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And I've been baking! I just made a batch of soft, cakey pumpkin cookies with pumpkin frosting...I was a little skeptical about the frosting...but OH MY! They're delicious! And aren't they just chock-full of beta carotene? Happy Halloween! Allison

Hi, Lorrie! I think I started working with my older daughter (she's 16 now) when she was around 10 -- we bought her own soap and some mild acne products and talked about the basics. She was pretty much into it and followed (still follows) a routine. My younger daughter is 12 now, and she...

I'd like to hear more, too, and I find your report encouraging! I battle my blood pressure some, and I might give cinnamon a try. I wonder if there are supplements? I may take a look at my natural foods store later.... Allison

I get one. I'm a nurse, so I do it to protect my patients (fresh open heart surgery patients), but also because the one year in the last ten that I didn't get a shot, I had a horrible bout of flu -- five days in bed, totally understanding how flu can kill elderly, less healthy people! It was...

Hi! My story is basically the same as Carole's -- cystic acne on the jawline starting in my late 20s/early 30s (I'm 41 now) that I've been able to control with Retin-A. My dermatologist wasn't sure that using a topical alone would work, but it has, for years. Good luck in your search...

Count me in! And good luck! Allison

I just finished a book that really touched me -- Letter From Point Clear (by Dennis McFarland). And I love anything by Jodi Picoult! Allison

RE: what does everyone Hi all! I'm a new RN at age 41, just finishing orientation in my first job in cardiovascular recovery! Also a wife of 19 years and mom to 2 fabulous daughters (ages 12 and 16). Allison

Happy birthday, Heather, to one of the "voices" I enjoy hearing on the forum most!! I'm glad it was such a great day! Allison

Lori, I hear you! My girls just turned 12 and 16, and I've spent some time wondering how on earth that is possible! I'm also currently working on a photo archiving project -- all our photos from the last 20 years! -- so I'm revisiting (wallowing in!) all that history...and it feels like...

Emily, I'm another Retin-A user -- I started it about 10 years ago for cystic acne along my jaw line. My dermatologist didn't think it would be enough on its own to control my breakouts, but it was, and I've been using it since then. Now, I only use it about 4 times a week, just a tiny...

Thanks for taking the time to share these -- such fun!! Have a great weekend! Allison

Janice, I've been away, so I'm just seeing your message (tracked down after seeing your other question about memorial plaques). I just wanted to say I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you're feeling ok physically, and I'm thinking of you! Take care, Allison

Hello, Florida friends! I'm an Indiana girl, but I'm in Seagrove Beach (on the gulf, west of Panama City and east of Destin) this week, having a lovely vacation with my family! Allison

Janice, I'm sending [[[hugs]]] and support as you face this big decision and possible change. You know I understand what this time is like! I know you have struggled and wondered what is right for you, career-wise, for a long time. Now, with your pregnancy and the wonderful (!) changes...

Hey, Janie! You're so right -- the learning never stops! And I just wanted to say, every bit of that work you did mattered, and meant something to the people you helped, I'm sure. And I also think it's fine to recognize when it's time to move on. It's always clear from your posts that you...

Thanks, everyone, for your good wishes and stories! I'm excited about being in CVR, and it's so reinforcing to hear people say that it's good to start in a challenging spot. As you know, there is a certain fear factor involved! Michele -- a couple of nurses in my orientation group are...

Thanks again, everyone, for sharing your stories and for your good wishes! I just wanted to post again to say I took the NCLEX yesterday, and this morning my license number has already been posted on the state licensure website!! I can't believe I have results so fast -- that definitely beats...

Thanks everybody! I took your advice, and haven't opened a book today. Down to that "waiting is the hardest part" stage (or, I HOPE it's the hardest part!). I appreciate the good thoughts! Allison

Hello, everyone! I don't post a lot, but some of you may know that I graduated from nursing school in May. I wanted to post to say that I'm taking my nursing boards tomorrow -- and I'll take any and all good thoughts anyone wants to send my way!! I think I'm ready...but it's the kind of...