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The Marantaceae are a family of plants often referred to as ‘prayer-plants’. Interestingly, these plants move throughout a 24-hour period, with the leaves rising in the evening and lowering during the day. Resembling prayer hands, they were so aptly named for their expression of foliage folding together at night.
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By Dr. Daneen Skube
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Q: I've been trying to put out a million fires since the pandemic began and have no gas in my tank. I feel so guilty when people ask me to help and I don't pitch in. But, I'm not sleeping or eating well, and working ridiculous hours. How can I say no without feeling guilty?
Is your teenager looking for a job? Can’t find their Social Security card? Find the answer in this article.
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By Vonda Van Til, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist
Samuel Wilson Mills, a gifted poet who enthralled audiences for four decades, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at Seasons Hospice in Detroit, age 65. He was born on Sept. 11, 1955 in Mt. Clemens to M. Virginia and Jewell Mills, both public school teachers.
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: After going to the emergency department for what I thought was a heart attack, the doctor told me there were no issues with my heart and that my symptoms were likely from a panic attack. How can I tell the difference, and how can I prevent future panic attacks?
Rina Risper, President & Publisher of The New Citizens Press (Pandemic photo 2020)
By Kathy Valentine
The most common winter flowering tropical bulb is the Amaryllis. You might have picked one up in a garden center or grocery store. You might have received one as a gift.
By Dr. Daneen Skube
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Q: As I go into 2021 I don't know whether to duck or look forward to a better experience. I want to be optimistic but feel like I've got Post-Traumatic Syndrome Disorder (PTSD) from 2020. Is it possible for a global crisis to give you PTSD as an adult and if so how are you suggesting your clients cope with the emotional trauma?