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Spiraling violence and airline shutdowns in Haiti cut families off from adoptive kids
Read full article: Spiraling violence and airline shutdowns in Haiti cut families off from adoptive kidsThe last words Michelle Reed heard from her 6-year-old adopted son in early November were: “Mom, come get me.”.
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
Read full article: Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has diedThe quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” Teri Garr has died.
Mother of 4-year-old boy missing for more than three months
Read full article: Mother of 4-year-old boy missing for more than three monthsThe mother of a 4-year-old boy has been missing for more than three months. Now, the missing woman’s mother and little boy’s grandmother believe she may have been killed.
KSAT meteorologist Sarah Spivey expecting first child this December, discusses upcoming motherhood
Read full article: KSAT meteorologist Sarah Spivey expecting first child this December, discusses upcoming motherhoodSarah Spivey, who joined KSAT in 2017, revealed over the summer that she and her husband, Michael, are forecasting a bundle of joy — a baby boy.
A mother-daughter duo from Ohio is a rare example of a woman coaching a woman at Wimbledon
Read full article: A mother-daughter duo from Ohio is a rare example of a woman coaching a woman at WimbledonCaty McNally is one of the few women who played at Wimbledon with a female coach — her mother, Lynn Nabors McNally.
Brazil's Lula promises no deforestation but challenges loom
Read full article: Brazil's Lula promises no deforestation but challenges loomBrazil's incoming president has promised to eliminate all deforestation by 2030, which would be a complete change of course for Brazil compared to the last four years.
Smoke may have prevented man from escaping burning bedroom, mom says
Read full article: Smoke may have prevented man from escaping burning bedroom, mom saysHeavy smoke may have overwhelmed a man in his sleep, preventing him from escaping on his burning home on his own, according to his mother. He is being treated for burns and smoke inhalation.
What do moms really want for Mother’s Day? Here’s what you told us
Read full article: What do moms really want for Mother’s Day? Here’s what you told usWith Mother’s Day quickly approaching, you might be scrambling for a gift idea: And we all know the usuals. Flowers, gift cards, maybe a cute purse or a trip to her local nail salon.
As seen on SA Live - Monday, March 29, 2021
Read full article: As seen on SA Live - Monday, March 29, 2021SAN ANTONIO – Today at 1 p.m., amped up Easter activities with a crafting expert, Mad Science Monday, a product seen on “Shark Tank,” an easy seafood recipe and more. It’s a toilet paper spray that eliminates flushable wipes and saves the environment! San Antonio cousins who have appeared on “Shark Tank” show us how Pristine Toilet Paper Spray works. 🧻🚽Tag us @saliveksat + look for your answers, plus a cool product seen on "Shark Tank" today from 1-2 p.m. on @ksatnews! pic.twitter.com/1vLdKogWPT — SA Live (@SALiveKSAT) March 29, 2021SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12.
Slain spa workers and customers mourned by families
Read full article: Slain spa workers and customers mourned by familiesThe exception is 44-year-old Daoyou Feng, an employee at Youngs Asian Massage near Woodstock about whom little is known. Instead those relatives are mourning her death Tuesday at the Aromatherapy Spa in Atlanta. “From what I understand, he was at the spa that day doing some work for them,” said Michels’ younger brother, John Michels of Commerce, Michigan. “He was actually looking to start his own massage spa. Family members said Yaun and her husband were first-time customers at Youngs, eager for a chance to unwind.
Momday Monday: Mom’s meal starters make dinner easy & flavorful
Read full article: Momday Monday: Mom’s meal starters make dinner easy & flavorfulFredericksburg – With the busy balance of working and making dinner, this line from Fischer & Wieser is helping make your next family meal easy as two steps:Mom’s Texas Chili1. brown the meat2. add the meal starter (Texas Chili)3. simmer for 10 - 15 minutes4. add your toppingsSuggestions: pour over chili dogs, frito pie or have it in a bowl topped with cheese and sour creamThe newest Mom’s meal starters include Tikki Masala, Apple Bourbon Pulled Pork, General TSO and Texas Chili, but they also sell Bolognese, Pot Roast and wood-fired pizza sauce, among many others. You can purchase online by clicking here or purchase this line at H-E-B Central Market. If you you like to make the trip to Fredericksburg, Das Peach Haus has all of these, plus many more sauces, wines and beautiful scenery too. You can also sign-up for cooking classes at Das Peach Haus, just click here.
New mom credits blood donations for saving her life
Read full article: New mom credits blood donations for saving her lifeLast summer, two weeks after their first-born, Logan Cooper Barton, came into their lives, Julie Barton suffered a serious complication. Mobile plasma drive makes donating convenient for hard hit communities“Knowing that the blood supply was low, I was very fearful,” Julie Barton said. She said she’d heard news reports about the chronic blood shortages at the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center due to the pandemic. Despite that, Barton said she received the blood transfusions and plasma she needed because of someone being generous enough to give blood. And what a better gift than giving the gift of life?”You can find information about how and where to donate blood on the South Texas Blood and Tissue website by clicking here.
Decadent pumpkin cheesecake with southern roots
Read full article: Decadent pumpkin cheesecake with southern rootsSAN ANTONIO – Air Force Veteran, Mom, wife, daughter and friend - Alexis Galadriel Clark is all about celebrating her New Orleans upbringing with southern cooking with her local business, Galadriel’s Goods. Alexis does not hold back on adding the special touches to her recipes, from maple bacon cinnamon rolls for Father’s Day to a fresh berry cobbler. As fall approaches, she is whipping up all the decadent, comfort food favorites, including a pumpkin cheesecake, sweet potato pie, bourbon chocolate pecan pie and chocolate chip cookies. For her pumpkin cheesecake, she adds sour cream and goes with gingersnaps for the crust. “It should taste like fall.”The most popular Thanksgiving order for Alexis is “sweet potato pie” and the “bourbon chocolate pecan pie.”If you’re looking to order from Alexis you can send her an email: galadrielsgoods@gmail.com.
Mom Real Talk: What its like to be a mom, teacher + reporter on the first day of school
Read full article: Mom Real Talk: What its like to be a mom, teacher + reporter on the first day of schoolSAN ANTONIO Did you work from home and teach your kids on their first day of school today? Jen Tobias-Struski is pulling triple-duty as a mom, teacher and SA Live reporter. She gave us a glimpse into her kids first day of the fall semester on Monday. Jen's kids, Julia and Ryan, on the first day of school (at home). Watch the video above to hear her thoughts on the first day of school.
Kara Lawson excited for chance to coach at Duke
Read full article: Kara Lawson excited for chance to coach at DukeKara Lawson has always wanted to coach at Duke a fact the first-time college coach hadn't shared with many people. Thats how highly I thought of the institution and the job," Lawson said on an introductory Zoom call Monday. Mom was the one who wanted me to go to Duke, Lawson said. I wanted to become a coach and learn from the best and that led me to Knoxville, Lawson said. Lawson knows one of her first tasks will be to hire assistants.
Moms organize high school prom for seniors during COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: Moms organize high school prom for seniors during COVID-19 pandemicGuadalupe County High school seniors in Guadalupe County are excited after learning four moms worked hard to put together their prom, which was at one time was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have a lot of people giving TVs for door prizes, a DJ is giving his time, flowers, we have cash prizes, Bassel said. We have had to unfortunately limit it to only seniors and their guest and we are 8 tickets away from the max which is 250, Bassel said. Weve been on these kids constantly like, be really careful, Bassel said. Do all the things so we can enjoy these last two events together for the moms and kids and everybody.
Kid recipe: Apple pie stuffed French toast for Mother’s Day
Read full article: Kid recipe: Apple pie stuffed French toast for Mother’s DayIn a medium sized bowl, beat eggs and add half and half. Add 2 tablespoons butter and apple mixture to heated pan. Cook until apples become a little soft and sugar mixture becomes caramelized. Add a couple spoonfuls of cooked apple pie filling, then top with second slice of bread. *If you can’t see Mom, this dish packs and reheats well, so you can deliver it to her doorstep!
5 thoughts I had while filling out the 2020 Census
Read full article: 5 thoughts I had while filling out the 2020 CensusWhy not take a minute to fill out your Census form, while you have some down time? If you’re computer-savvy and you want to fill out your questionnaire online, it’ll only take you 3 to 5 minutes. Click or tap here and you can still submit your form online. Nope, nope and nope. It was no big deal, I just don’t remember filling out my form last time and this surprised me for a sec.
7 things you thought wrong about maternity leave
Read full article: 7 things you thought wrong about maternity leaveMaybe you’re preparing for maternity leave, or maybe one of your friends is expecting a baby and wondering what to expect. So, staying home with a new baby isn't necessarily hard like work can be hard, but it's FAR from easy. And maybe even your spouse had to return to work already, so you're balancing a new baby all day. Heck, maybe we're off-base on this one and you’ll want to barricade inside your house the whole time you're on leave. And just remember, so long as you keep yourself and your new baby top of mind, nothing you do is wrong.