News For, By and About People
By Aydrian L. Thomas, M.D.
These days, a visit to your doctor can be a harrowing experience. With time constraints on the part of both the patient and the provider, issues with insurance coverage, prior authorizations and the like, getting the care you desire can be a challenge. What follows are some ways to make the most of your visit to the doctor.
TNCP welcomes Dr. Karla L. Robinson who is a board-certified, licensed family physician. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Robinson completed her undergraduate studies at Xavier University of Louisiana.
Dear Readers,
All I could remember thinking about my cousin, Jeanine Johnson, before we decided to take a vacation was that I thought she was spoiled. Not in the spoiled rotten kind of way but my recollection was of that. I just always remembered her being the first to get every new toy, outfit or latest gadget.
By Robert Pagliarini
Tribune Media Services
There are many ways to become famous overnight. A couple of weeks ago I told you about how Christina Perri went from working at a cafe one day to becoming an “overnight” sensation the very next. The secret to success for Christina, or any artist, creative, job seeker or entrepreneur, is the same — it’s the commitment to shift from hoping, wishing and wanting to doing.
By Quassan Castro-Entertainment Editor
Toping Forbes list of highest paid Hollywood actresses are Kristen Stewart, Angelina Jolie, and Jennifer Aniston. Making the top of the list was Sandra Bullock, grossing 56 million from the success of Blind Side.
Pet World
By Steve Dale
Tribune Media Services
Q: Of course, Collies were originally bred to herd sheep. My Lassie has only seen sheep on TV. Why does my dog smell like sheep? – A.F., Phoenix, AZ
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.
– There is no question Jimmie Johnson has built a dynasty with five consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championships.
So what’s left for the driver of the No. 48 Lowe’s Chevrolet to accomplish? A few scribes have already posed the question: Is Johnson on track to become the best driver in the history of NASCAR?
Above: In St. Maarten/St. Martin there are sweeping sea views almost everywhere you visit. This island is a scenic respite from the rigors of life. There is plenty to do for the entire family. Couples can also unwind on a romantic getaway.