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Bride invites 4 individuals with Down syndrome to be in her wedding bridal party: 'Best day ever'

A bride-to-be made sure to include some of those closest to her in her wedding-day festivities in a very meaningful way. Kayrin Callaghan, 31, got engaged to Alex Slater-Brown, 26, in April 2022. The personal assistant from Camborne, England, said she knew she wanted to include four people whom she told SWNS were like family to her. TEXAS COUPLE SAYS …

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Gratitude for Grandma: 5 thoughtful Mother's Day gifts to show your love

Mother’s Day is a time to honor the incredible women who have nurtured, guided and loved us unconditionally. While we often celebrate our mothers or stepmothers on this special day, it’s also the perfect opportunity to show appreciation and gratitude for grandmothers who play a unique and cherished role in the lives of so many families. If you’re not sure …

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Wedding gift debate: Do you owe the bride and groom something if you aren’t attending the event?

Wedding season is very nearly upon us —with many people already planning ahead for the spring, summer and even fall months. With the prices of such luxury experiences as travel, wedding attire and gift-giving still rising, a new debate has hit the internet. Do you need to send a gift to the newlyweds if you aren’t attending their wedding? AS …

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1st generation circus performer breaks Guinness World Record every show with unicycle 34.6 feet tall

How does it feel to break a record day after day? Wesley Williams, a performer for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, knows a thing or two. The “One Wheel Wonder” takes a spin on the tallest rideable unicycle in the world with each show, at a whopping 34.6 feet tall. Williams did not come from a family of entertainers. …

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Gifts not desired: 3 ways to handle unwanted or inappropriate presents from others

Social media platforms are full of postings about gifts received but not desired. And with graduation and wedding season just about upon us — plus Mother’s Day and Father’s Day close behind — the volume of both giftgiving and the challenges posed by certain gifts may increase. So what should people do when they receive a gift they don’t want …

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Springtime travel: 5 flower gardens across 5 time zones showcasing American beauty

The spectacular sights of springtime around the United States are in full bloom from coast to coast and across the ocean. Here’s a look at five of the best flower gardens in America across five U.S. time zones for your traveling pleasure. EASTERN: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Sarasota, Florida Sunshine State beauty blossoms along the Florida coast at stunning Selby …

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Total solar eclipse and unyielding faith: 'Light comes after the darkness'

“The eclipse,” said pastor Jesse Bradley of Auburn, Washington, “is a beautiful picture and reminder of the light that comes after the darkness. Just like the stone that was rolled away from the tomb,and after Hisdeath, Our Saviorrose from the dead as the light of the world.” Bradley is pastor at Grace Community Church outside Seattle — and offered thoughts …

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Must-have information on any wedding website

There’s so much planning involved with a wedding. And an overload of questions from excited guests can become overwhelming for the couple looking ahead to their exciting day. With everything going on, many couples simply can’t respond to the flood of text messages and phone calls coming in from family and friends asking about the details of the day. A …

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National Beer Day: 5 fascinating facts about the beloved brew

Beer, a beverage cherished across the globe, holds a special place in the hearts of many. National Beer Day is all about honoring the freedom Americans have to enjoy it. During the time of Prohibition, consuming beer could be considered a dangerous pursuit because the Constitution banned the sale of alcohol, and officials raided businesses that provided customers with a …

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Easter continues to bring gifts of the resurrected Jesus, says Washington, D.C., nun

For the faithful worldwide, the gifts of Easter continue after the official remembrance of Jesus’ resurrection. For Catholics around the world, Sunday, April 7, 2024, is known as Divine Mercy Sunday. In the Gospel of John, Jesus prepares those on Earth to carry out his holy mission: “Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has …

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