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The Problem with the Honey-and-Cinnamon (& Every Other) Miracle Cure
A post making the Facebook rounds claims that “a mix of honey and cinnamon cures...
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July 2013
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You Have NO Excuse for Parking in a Handicapped Spot without a Legit Tag. Really. None.
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June 2013
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[Me & My Naturopath] When Nothing Works
This is the third post in which I discuss my efforts to deal with chronic...
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Everyday Resurrections (& a New Bench)
This post is very slightly edited from its original version published last August. You'll note...
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[Me & My Naturopath] Why I’m a Hopeful Skeptic
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November 29, 2012
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