Breast Cancer Awareness Month

We've come a long way. Years ago, a cancer diagnosis would usually result in death. The prognosis these days is not so grim. There are still very aggressive forms of cancer out there, but the good news is that there are more options. The other good news is that detection has improved, thus improving the odds of surviving and overcoming it.

I am optimistic that one day we will see a cure. In the meantime, it gives me so much hope knowing that a woman CAN BEAT breast cancer.

Groundbreaking Research About Autism

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/science-news/2010/imaging-reveals-abnormal-brain-growth-in-toddlers-with-fragile-x.shtml

Found this article about abnormal brain growth in toddlers. It discusses Fragile X syndrome (FXS), the most common cause of inherited intellectual disability.

Amazing stuff!

USA!

U.S.A.
So proud to be an American right now. We are a land of the free and home of the brave. What more can I say?

This is a "must-see" video of the world's reaction to Donovan's winning goal!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbn3rOPmR9w

Enjoy!

Latest Advancements in Science

In the 2010 May issue of Reader's Digest (pages 84-97) there is an article entitled: "Next Big Things. 25 Ideas, inventions, and gadgets that will improve your life."
I was so excited to share some of those things with you. Here are some of the things listed:
1) Bionic eyeball. It works by transmitting images wirelessly from a tiny camera attached to a pair of glasses to a microchip on the eyeball. The chip stimulates retinal nerve cells, which then sends the pictures to the brain. It can't restore FULL vision, but provides enough so that a patient can walk a familiar path without the aid of a guide dog or cane. (May get FDA approval as soon as 3 years!)
2)No-drill dental work. Icon, a new treatment for early cavities, works by injecting liquid resin into the affected tooth. It reaches the decay faster than traditional methods. Once inside the problem spot, it solidifies and stops the cavity from progressing. There is no anesthetic or drilling! It's already on the market in Europe and will be widely available in the U.S. this year.
3)Do-It-Yourself Glasses. Josh Silver, an Oxford professor, spent 10 years to develop glasses he could adjust himself. He figured out silicone oil was the key. He filled two flexible membranes with the oil and encased them in hard plastic. All you have to do is twist a platic dial on each lens to add more liquid, which changes the shape of the lens. Now we have a pair of glasses that last forever! We should see them in the next few years.
4)Needle-Free Vaccines. Boston University researchers are working on a new way of inoculation. The vaccine is deposited inside nanoparticles, each no bigger than a human pore. These particles are then applied to a foil-backed film that is placed on the skin (like a patch). A mild electrical charge from a small device is used to drive the particles into the skin. A pilot study is under way.

Missing Girl Found After 5 Days

This is the best news I have heard in a long time. This 11 year-old girl was missing in an area of Florida known to be infested with alligators. That wasn't the only obstacle this girl had. She also has Asperger's Syndrome! It was truly a miracle. The following is the article I found online that explains all the details of this remarkable story!

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jMz7meyO8picng5qTJwLzfQfl--QD9F2BA503

106 Year-Old Amazing Woman

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/106-year-old-jupiter-resident-throws-out-first-500432.html

I found this awesome article about a 106 year-old woman who threw the first pitch at Roger Dean Stadium. Amazing!!!

Also, I would like to share an awesome website that is dedicated to reporting only GOOD news!! It's called the Good News Gazette. This is the link: http://www.goodnewsgazette.net/?gclid=CNS86enc66ACFUWE7QoduTZAHw

Enjoy!!!

Heroes Help Mom Deliver Baby

I was so excited to share this with all of you. It is truly an amazing story! The mom's 9 year-old boy and 11 year-old daughter call 911 and help her to even tie the umbilical cord.... truly amazing!

Read the complete story here:
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/03/19/ap/national/main6314375.shtml

The Climb by Miley Cirus

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG2zyeVRcbs

Miley Cirus has had her moments where I just have to say, "Why? How could your parents let you go that route?" However, this song is such a deep song. The first time I heard it I was brought to tears. I love the words and I want it to be the message for all of you! I want to stress that no matter what we may all go through in life, it's the journey that takes you to the goal that makes you who you are.

The Healthcare Debate

I wanted to comment on the live coverage of the Healthcare Summit that occurred yesterday. I was folding clothes in the comfort of my home and watched it on t.v. like many other Americans. In listening to the comments and taking in all the information it made me think about my own situation and how blessed we are as a nation. We have freedom of speech. We have a democracy. We have many Christian leaders. Although we disagree on solutions to problems, we ALL agree that there is a problem with the Healthcare system in the United States. That is definitely a step in the right direction.

I was pleased to see a very calm and respectful environment. I am not sure if anyone changed their position on things, but perhaps some "seeds were planted" and we can move forward.

More Survivors in Haiti!

I went to Wal-Mart today and spoke to the cashier who informed me that they found a man still alive after a month of being trapped under rubble!! Amazing!! I looked for it in the internet and this is what I found:

http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=11955519

This is video footage of the miraculous event:
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=6189366n

Haiti Miracles

I can't even post this without tearing up right now. With all the horrific things I have seen on the news, I have also seen some miraculous things happen in Haiti. I have seen a two year-old pulled out of the rubble three days after the earthquake still alive and doing well. I have seen a pregnant woman found alive and well after four days without any food or water. Both are doing fine. The following are the only links I could find of these modern-day miracles!

Infant found 4 days after quake: http://www.wmbfnews.com/Global/story.asp?S=11841350

Two year-old girl found under rubble: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1243873/Haiti-earthquake-disaster-Miracle-girl-alive-rubble-Manchester-rescue-team.html

Catholic Missionary survives quake: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_haiti_survivor

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The spirit of the people of
Haiti inspires me!
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Bomber Stopped by Heroes on Flight 253

I think it's important to note that in light of the security breach and the negative coverage of this event... something awesome happened!
Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab tried to bomb Northwest Airlines Flight 253, but thanks to the passengers' quick thinking many lives were saved. This is the link to the information concerning the heroic act of ordinary citizens:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/12/26/airliner.attack.schuringa/index.html?iref=allsearch

Berlin Wall- Twenty Years Ago

I can't believe that twenty years ago TODAY I sat in front of the television and watched as the Berlin Wall came down in pieces. I remember seeing the people so excited and also the tears of joy. Unfortunately, at the time I did not realize the significance of this day. I was excited because everyone else was excited, but I did not know that this would be the end of the Cold War as we knew it. FOX news has a wonderful slide show and article on this momentous occasion. Enjoy!

http://www.foxnews.com/slideshow/world/2009/11/09/fall-berlin-wall

A New Kind of Robot

FOX News reported a really neat new kind of robot unveiled by Pentagon Researchers. It looks like something out of a science fiction movie. It's half solid and half liquid. It has the ability to change not only its shape, but also has the ability to change it's consistency. It does this by a process called "jamming". "Jamming is simply introducing air into a membrane that's filled with particulate matter— BBs, if you will. The plan is that this robot would go where other robots can't go, because it can change from a solid to a liquid-like state." They are hoping that this will one day save lives out in the battlefield.

Read more about it at: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,568650,00.html

NASA's Moon Blast

NASA's moon blast called a smashing success!
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/10/09/MNOJ1A3FGO.DTL&feed=rss.news

I hope you all were able to catch the footage on television of the lunar blast. The blast wasn't as impressive as expected, but they are optimistic that they will prove there is water. They will take samples and analyze them. This is definitely exciting news!!

Good News About the Swine Flu

It looks like the worst is over... according to FOX News Report last night. (Oct. 8, 2009) This strain of flu was actually a milder one compared to the seasonal influenza that makes its way each year. Although the vaccine is limited at the moment, they expect few people will actually get it. Good news is that there will be plenty for those who want it anyway.

Feel Good Movie

I haven't had time to do my research for this blog lately, and so I decided to post my pick of movie for the day. I haven't had a chance to see FAME, but last weekend I had the opportunity to see Tyler Perry's movie entitled, I Can Do Bad All By Myself. I have to admit that this was my first Tyler Perry movie I have ever seen and so I was skeptical at first. However, it turned out to be such a great movie!! I am thankful that there are producers out there who can still make good wholesome quality movies with good messages. I loved the musical numbers and actually got teary-eyed many times throughout the movie.

Happy Day at the Ball Park

This is the link to the sweetest story I have seen in a long time at the ball park. A little girl goes to the baseball game with her daddy and he ends up catching a foul ball. What happens next is so funny.... look for yourself:

http://www.happynews.com/news/9182009/daddy-daughter-day-ballgame.htm

An Awesome Blog I found

I found the following blog the other day and wanted to share it with all of you. It's amazing how many wonderful uplifting stories there are to be found. Enjoy!!

http://www.only-positive-news.com/archives/category/positive-news

A 16-year-old Hero Jumps to the Rescue

According to NYdailynews.com
A sixteen year old girl was hailed as a hero on Wednesday, August 19th for saving a bus full of kids after the driver dropped dead behind the wheel. This girl, Rachel Guzy, did not even know how to drive, but she reacted quickly and jumped into the seat and pulled the emergency break. It slowed the bus down right before crashing into a minivan.
So many people could have died that day, but this young hero's actions saved numerous lives that day.

Read more at:
http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2009/08/19/2009-08-19_a_real_hero_quickthinking_teen_rachel_guzy_pulled_bus_brake_after_driver_drops_d.html#ixzz0R5TYsQSt