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By Victoria Prooday, taken from http://www.faithit.com There is a silent tragedy developing right now, in our homes, and it concerns our most precious jewels — our children. Through my work with hundreds of children and families as an occupational therapist, I have witnessed this tragedy unfolding right in front of my eyes. Our children are in a devastating emotional state! Talk to teachers and …

by David Schoenfield, taken from http://www.espn.com There were 43 trades from July 15 through Tuesday’s non-waiver trade deadline. While a lot of those happened in the days leading up to Tuesday and included some significant names, there was a flurry of activity in the final 24 hours or so. Let’s review some of the trades made — or not made …

Best Grills By: Kelly Burgess, taken from consumersearch.com Editor’s note: No one makes grills like Weber, and Weber grills still dominate this report, with the newly redesigned Weber Spirit II E-310 taking over the top spot in gas grills. However, if you just need a grill for occasional use, or are trying to watch your budget, we recommend a variety …

Taken from autotrader.com We’re firm believers that you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a good car — even as prices keep rising and everything seems to be getting more expensive. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average price of a new car has topped $35,000. That’s a lot of money, but we’re convinced you can still get a …

Taken from Esquire.com   How to look – and feel – better Time was, a man who spent too long in the bathroom was met with a level of scorn and suspicion usually reserved for politicians who try to embrace indie music. Thankfully times have changed but even now it’s easy to feel bemused by the overwhelming amount of advice, …

by: Bradley Popkin with Mens Journal Are 6-pack abs and ripped biceps falling of out fashion? Maybe not. But, the most buzzed about body type of late is far from the idealized shredded physique most of us are after. In fact, the “dad bod” is quite a bit softer. Don’t get us wrong. Guys with this body type aren’t totally out of …

Picture: Darcel Rockett’s dad, Michael, enjoys all the gifts his children give him. (Darcel Rockett/Chicago Tribune) by: Darcel Rockett, Contact Reporter, Chicago Tribune Today marks a new beginning. The Chicago Tribune staff walked into our new home this morning upon leaving the iconic Tribune Tower after almost 100 years. (Readers may recall the numerous goodbyes and remembrances from newspaper personalities). But now, as new kids in the …

by: John Kass, Contact Reporter, Chicago Tribune A father doesn’t need that extra piece of homemade blueberry pie with fancy vanilla ice cream on Father’s Day. My wife will tell you that. You’re right, honey. Other things a father doesn’t really need include thick-cut bacon (says the doctor), that bottle of 18-year-old single malt scotch (doctor), pasta (tailor), those delicious au gratin …

BY HEATHER KOLICH On the third Sunday of every June in the United States, sons and daughters across the country honor their fathers with cards, gifts and a little encouragement to kick back. You might buy dad a tie without thinking twice, but have you ever stopped to wonder how this celebration got started? The first recorded observance of Father’s Day …