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A New Leaf: Telling Untold Stories, A Simple Pair of Shoes

by Candy Thompson
It was a heart wrenching moment when Bella looked up with tears in her eyes and a shy little smile. She was holding a Converse shoebox on her lap. “This is the first new pair of shoes I have ever had,” she said quietly.
Bella is a 15-years-old star basketball player on her high...
Tips to Make Use of Your Leftover Halloween Candy

Now that the Halloween festivities are over, you’ve undoubtedly got enough leftover bags of sweets to build your own candy kingdom. The kids have their hard-earned candy stash, but what to do with the rest of the chocolates and sour gummies you bought to pass out? (Or maybe the kids’ pillowcases are just a little too full). Here are a few suggestions to make good use of your extra confectionaries:
Donate them
Dr. Philipp J. Dentistry continues its yearly tradition, the “Annual Buy Candy Back Program” on Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can receive $2 per pound (up to five pounds per child) for the...
Mom's Moment: Shop Chic Boutique

Hi everyone! Wanted to share this really unique shopping event with you. Perfect for a girl's night out (and yes, alcohol is included).
If you're looking gift ideas (or want to spoil yourself with presents) head to Paradise Valley's Chic Boutique on November 9th, 2016.
It's put on by Solel Preschool, but open to the public. Starting at 5:30pm, sip on craft cocktails by Bootleggers Modern American Smokehouse, taste tequila by Dulce Vida, drink vodka from Coco 21, eat munchies from Zoe's Kitchen and shop over 20 local...
AZ Insider: Project Pink Vintage Fashion Show a Showstopper
Kathy Shayna Shocket has the inside stories on the people who make a difference.

A fashionable afternoon in the West Valley for Arizona Assistance in Healthcare.
Workplace Workouts: The Skinny on How to Stay Slim on the Job

Getting paid to burn calories while chained to your desk? For as many hours as some of us spend sitting idly at our desks, it wouldn't hurt to break a little sweat! And, it won't hurt your employer either, ladies. Studies show that mini-workout breaks throughout the day helps lose weight, and reduces sick leave up to 25 percent.