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Lucinda Wiebe has lived in Pittsburgh for nearly 14 years and is raising two teenage sons with her husband John, a Pittsburgh native. She has worked with families for more than 25 years and leads workshops in many aspects of family living. She is a graduate of CORO's Women in Leadership XII program and holds a BA in Child Development and an MA in Theology. View her professional portfolio to learn more. Contact Lucinda directly at myexaminerblog@gmail.com.

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Manners 101: Are good manners a thing of the past?

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Many of us would agree that the term "civil society" is becoming more of an oxymoron than a true description of American life. There is...
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Rockwell painting defines iconic family Thanksgiving

Most people reading this article will have this iconic Normal Rockwell image framed in memory; a painting widely known as Thanksgiving Dinner. But...
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Family holiday survival strategies part two: don't spend so much!

Cut down on spending? That's a no brainer, right? Easier said than done? Maybe not so much this year since...
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New autism insurance rules put to test over special circumstances

It has only been one month, but service providers and families are beginning to run up against special circumstances that require clarification from...
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Sarah Palin could work for change in attitudes toward kids with Down Syndrome

When Sarah Palin resigned today as Governor of Alaska, she was not forthcoming about her future plans. Much speculation swirls around what's next for...
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Safety experts urge caution using sparklers with kids at 4th of July gatherings

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, (CPSC), approximately 16% of all consumer fireworks injuries are caused by sparklers burning...
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4th of July activites can spark sensory overload in kids with special needs

In Pittsburgh, the holiday isn't complete without our famous home-grown Zambelli fireworks at The Point. But one person's thrill can be another...
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PA Autism Insurance Act takes effect July 1 with parents and providers uncertain about its impact

As the July 1 start date approaches, even the managed care folks who deal with insurance issues daily are asking questions about how Act 62 will...
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Theme park accessibility information not so easy to access

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If you’re planning a “stay-cation” this summer you may have one of the local Kennywood attractions on your itinerary. If you will be...
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Supreme Court considering when public schools must pay for private special education

The US Supreme Court is hearing a case over an Oregon school district's failure to address a special needs student's learning problems. The child has...
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