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Fat Tuesday is Mardi Gras! My girls have learned a little about this fun holiday through the Marie Grace and Cecile <a href="http://amzn.to/2mcDure" target="_blank">American Girl</a> books they have been reading. In the books, the two girls live in New Orleans during the 1850's, speak French and have exposure to various cultural celebrations.<br />
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Over the last few months we have learned new French words, made French beignets, sampled New Orleans/Cajun cuisine and most recently made masks for Mardi Gras. It has been fun learning about history, different cultures and celebrations through the American Girl books together.<br />
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Here are some pictures of the girls and their masks. The masks were made by cutting out a mask shape from an empty cereal box, stapling a craft stick to one side and letting the kids decorate the masks with anything they wanted (feathers were a big hit!)<br />
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There are some great crafts besides making awesome Mardi Gras masks you can do with your kids to celebrate with them. I'd love to hear what you will be doing with your kids on Fat Tuesday - leave a comment or picture below.</div>
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Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-75122171770030227992017-02-22T17:22:00.001-05:002017-02-22T17:22:04.095-05:00The Best Pumpkin Muffin Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been using this recipe all fall and winter and everyone here just LOVES it! The muffins are soft, full of pumpkin flavor and the crumble sends it over the top! These muffins don't last long around here and I bet you will have the same problem at your house too. </div>
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This is a simple recipe that uses ingredients you probably have in your pantry already. So what are you waiting for get those mixing bowls out get baking!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Click <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8O0paAGJYG_M18tY1pEYzBmNjg" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the pdf version of this recipe</span></div>
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ErinErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-76467422270610589312017-02-14T08:48:00.002-05:002017-02-15T08:54:09.565-05:0010 Simple Valentine's Day Desserts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. <a href="http://www.foxandbriar.com/chocolate-fondue/" target="_blank">Chocolate Fondue</a>: Simple yet so very elegant! Use dark chocolate to boost your antioxidant intake along with a variety of fruits to dip into it and you have a fairly healthy yet decadent dessert. (via <a href="http://www.foxandbriar.com/chocolate-fondue/" target="_blank">Fox and Briar</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. <a href="http://lilluna.com/chocolate-covered-strawberry-cupcakes/" target="_blank">Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes</a>: This is two desserts in one, a cupcake + a chocolate covered strawberry! What is not to love. (via <a href="http://lilluna.com/chocolate-covered-strawberry-cupcakes/" target="_blank">Lil Luna</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5. <a href="http://livforcake.com/2015/01/valentines-heart-macarons.html" target="_blank">Heart Macarons</a>: Such a sweet little treat to finish off a Valentine's Day meal. (via <a href="http://livforcake.com/2015/01/valentines-heart-macarons.html" target="_blank">Liv For Cake</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6. <a href="http://www.lazycatkitchen.com/valentines-amaretto-truffles/" target="_blank">Amaretto Truffles</a>: These look complicated but I promise this simple recipe whips together quickly and tastes amazing. (via <a href="http://www.lazycatkitchen.com/valentines-amaretto-truffles/" target="_blank">Lazy Cat Kitchen</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Happy Valentine's Day to you! I'd love to hear (or see) what dessert you serve this Valentine's Day to your friends and loved ones. </span><br />
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Baby, it's cold outside!! Really, truly COLD - 8F on the thermometer this morning.<br />
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Yikes. Spring is a few months away yet so winter clothing and accessories are what I'm all about in an attempt to keep warm. If you are looking for a great scarf to accessorize an outfit with as well as one that will truly help keep the chill of your neck I have found what you are looking for!<br />
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This little Etsy shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/508352877/arm-knit-infinity-scarf-blue-and-brown?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">Sweet2Sisters</a> has some really great scarfs for sale. They are all handmade, knitted and super cute! Here is my favorite -<br />
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I have a few of their scarves and just love the soft texture, colors and how they look when I wear them.<br />
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Stay warm my friends!<br />
<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-27245571413451364222017-01-25T14:09:00.004-05:002017-01-25T14:13:30.576-05:00Breakfast Inspirations<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<strong>Apples, Baked.</strong>—Peel and core six large sour apples; mix together a cup of sugar, half a teaspoonful of mixed ground spice, a saltspoonful of salt, two tablespoonfuls of grated cracker crumbs, and two tablespoonfuls of milk or water. Fill the core with the mixture; put the apples in a pan, and bake; serve them hot or cold with sweetened cream. A border of whipped cream around the apples may be substituted for the plain cream.</blockquote>
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What do you enjoy for breakfast? I'd love to hear how you get your day off to a good start.<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-9612823738346688552017-01-24T15:23:00.000-05:002017-01-25T14:14:47.547-05:00Anne with an "e"- Coming Soon<div style="color: #3d596d; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 24px;">
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The<em><strong> Anne of Green Gables</strong> </em>series is a classic treasure that has been enjoyed by many generation after generation. I first read this collection as a young girl and fell in love with the characters and story, sometimes pretending I was right there next to Anne! Lucy Maud Montgomery's writing style draws the reader in allowing them to feel, touch and even smell the many experiences the characters in her story are experiencing. For true fans of Montgomery and her writing there are many stories outside of the Anne series that are just as engaging and enjoyable to read. If you haven't read the other stories written by Montgomery you won't have to wait much longer! Coming soon is a wonderful ebook collection of the Anne books as well as many other stories written by L.M. Montgomery. Once published I will post here with the link to purchase this ultimate collection! Stay Tuned......</div>
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Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-33685695937796607542017-01-22T22:06:00.000-05:002017-01-22T22:09:46.219-05:00Are You Ready to See Your Fixer Upper?<h2 data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="color: #3d596d; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, "Times New Roman", Times, serif; text-align: center;">
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When we hear this question there is no doubt who is asking! Of course this famous line belongs to the dynamic husband-and-wife team Chip and Joanna Gaines, stars of HGTV’s <em>Fixer Upper</em>. Whether it is your first time watching or hundredth time you might find yourself asking different series of questions, like—<em>Who are these people? Why do they only choose homes in the Waco area? </em><em>What’s the secret to their success? And is Chip actually that funny in real life? </em>Through the many episodes of the show <em>Fixer Upper,</em> fans have a front row seat into the delightful and engaging lives and work of the shows stars Chip and Joanna.</div>
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Fans are given a detailed look at their life together through their first book, <a href="http://amzn.to/2jeJUDs" target="_blank">The Magnolia Story</a>. The story engages readers as Chip and Joanna take them through their first renovation project that nearly cost them everything, the story of how they met and many other twists and turns that led them to the life they share on their farm today.</div>
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The stories in their book allow readers to see the quirky, vulnerable, and real lives the Gaines live including their struggles and triumphs. Their voice is clear and consistent with what their fans see on the show allowing their down to earth family oriented style shine through. They have truly become America’s new best friends.</div>
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Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-3354307654420206602016-06-14T09:20:00.000-04:002016-06-16T11:18:11.776-04:00Improve Your Child's Fine Motor Skills With This Fun Game<h2>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A lot is happening in those little growing bodies! For most 3-5 year old children their growth spurts happen rapidly and can create some frustrations when it comes to fine motor skills. Developing hand eye coordination through simple yet fun games is a way to help them as they grow. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've created a handmade game perfect for helping hone those fine motor skills! Oh, and did I mention you can use this game to help them with color recognition skills at the same time! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This brightly colored felt fishing game comes with four felt fish in different colors. Each fish has one soft velcro "eye" instead of the traditional magnet eye most games have. The wooden fishing pole has a short leather line with a felt hook that has the rough side of the velcro. Since velcro sticks to felt (and the soft velcro eye) your child can use the fishing pole and hook to catch as many felt fish as they desire. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When we play this game at home I like to call out a color and see if my little one can catch that color fish first. It is a great way to occupy your child while helping them as they grow!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find these great games in my etsy shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Sapucha">here!</a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If your are looking for a modern twist on the old Polaroid look no further! The <span style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #6cbfba; font-size: 13.8px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 24.84px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://goo.gl/U63eFf" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #6cbfba; font-size: 13.8px; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 24.84px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_self">Fujifilm Instax Camera</a> </span><span style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 13.8px; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 24.84px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">might be just what you are looking for! Want a chance to win a $100 VISA gift card that you could use to purchase this sweet little camera? Well there is a give-away happening now over at the great blog <a href="http://www.madeeveryday.com/">MADE</a> . The giveaway began on 3/21/16 and end 4/30/16. You can receive 2 total entries (ways to enter are listed on the website blog). Good luck!</span></span><br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-53750935174583611542013-02-16T17:04:00.000-05:002013-02-16T17:04:25.023-05:00Introducing .....Josh Allen Evans<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNU2VwEGzZE7rUze3rlFsGdOfgpqBMAiLyNzTuYCderoFYHhwUv5LdZtVhMz5qJG_SAxEkoK8MR_g44pkWKju6wLh-3bDp-JAnPY5oQzhdPuki3tRVFkcV6bNkxUR-Eegf2FSNDnlLq-s/s1600/Josh+Allen+Evans.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNU2VwEGzZE7rUze3rlFsGdOfgpqBMAiLyNzTuYCderoFYHhwUv5LdZtVhMz5qJG_SAxEkoK8MR_g44pkWKju6wLh-3bDp-JAnPY5oQzhdPuki3tRVFkcV6bNkxUR-Eegf2FSNDnlLq-s/s320/Josh+Allen+Evans.jpg" width="240" /></a>We are so proud to announce the arrival of our newest bundle of joy! Josh Allen Evans was born on Tuesday February 12 at 7:15 pm. He weighed 8lbs and measured 20 1/2 " long. After two long days of labor it was all worth it when he arrived. Here are some pics of Josh and our family:<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-24319993668536770992013-02-16T16:49:00.001-05:002013-02-16T16:49:18.929-05:00Daddy Daughter Dance 2013Gary took the girls to the annual daddy daughter dance along with the Knolls, Vandekerkoffs & Noahs. All the girls looked lovely all dressed up. The girls got to do crafts, make-n-takes, eat doughnuts and dance til they dropped! Here are some pics of the night:<br />
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Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-14774629627880031072012-11-20T19:42:00.000-05:002012-11-20T19:42:01.879-05:00Our Poor StaplerWho knew this could happen to office supplies..... (message left by the kids) Glad is isn't getting too smelly!<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-3597190457250936762012-10-29T22:11:00.001-04:002012-10-29T22:11:12.821-04:00Baby #4 Ultrasound PicsSo I'm way behind posting these but since we haven't actually had the baby yet I think I have some wiggle room here. Earlier this month we had our first ultrasound done for baby #4. We DID NOT find out what the baby's gender is - this will be a surprise to all until the baby is born. We love these kinds of surprises!! The kids came with us to see the baby. The girls knew what to expect since they have "been there, done that" before. Poor Drew however was so confused - he thought the doctor was going to take the baby out for a bit and then put it back in. He was bored after five minutes until he discovered the "jelly" spread over my stomach. Every once in awhile I felt a little finger playing with the jelly along the side of my stomach.<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-7452208964703990462012-09-12T07:38:00.000-04:002012-09-12T07:38:59.749-04:00Late Summer FunThere is a great park in Jenison, a small town close to Grand Rapids where we try to take the kids at least once a year. The entire playground is constructed from wood in the shape of a large ship (we think it is a pirate ship!). There are tons of places throughout the structure to explore, hide or climb. Even the grownups can't resist a little play time on the pirate ship! Here are some pics of the kids finding great adventures within the ship (hidden tire swing under the hull - yes sir!!) Enjoy!<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-77514504523050435312012-06-28T21:24:00.000-04:002012-06-28T21:24:16.884-04:00Father's DayHappy Father's Day (here is what the kids made for Gary for his office)<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-4417437856443946332012-05-03T22:25:00.001-04:002012-05-03T22:25:34.120-04:00Baby BirdsA little while ago the kids found a birds nest in our swing set clubhouse. After the discovery they began checking the next regularly to see if any eggs had been laid. Sure enough a few weeks after our discovery the kids found two robin blue eggs in the little nest. They were excited! The girls researched robin eggs and how long it would take for the eggs to hatch. They learned that it took about 12-14 days for the eggs to hatch then after that the baby birds would live in the nest for over 4 weeks. They decided as a "team" to leave the clubhouse (which includes climbing wall and slide) alone until the baby birds flew the coop. <br />
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One afternoon while busying myself around the house I heard an ear piercing scream from the backyard from the kids. Scared someone was hurt (aka Drew), I raced to the backyard to find all three kids with huge smiles shrieking "the eggs hatched". Kami quickly grabbed the camera and cautiously ventured into the clubhouse to record what she found. Here is a video of the findings.(1st video shows newly hatched birds - 2nd & 3rd video shows little bit older baby birds)<br />
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On Sunday we brought the kids to Fremont so they could attend the Grandpa/Granddaughter (daddy/daughter) dance at Camp Newaygo. We kept this a secret from the girls who were totally surprised to get their first wrist corsages and told they were going somewhere special with Papa O'Brien. Once they pulled into the Camp Newaygo drive way they knew exactly where their final destination was! They danced, had cookies and got manicures. It was a well attended and fun event! Thanks Camp Newaygo!<br />
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ErinErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-30554568348825894912011-10-27T17:35:00.000-04:002011-10-27T17:35:36.411-04:00Rian's BirthdayBetter late than never, right? Well since it has been almost a month since Rian's 5th birthday I thought I'd post some pics from her party. She has a great birthday and enjoyed many great gifts, a cool cake and some great time with family and friends. Thanks to all who came to the party or send her a card/gift! Here is our sweet 5 year old in action! Oh, and by the way if you look closely at the last two pictures you can see Drew blowing out Rian's candles! We had to relight them and cover his mouth so she could blow out her birthday candles!! Silly little brother. <br />
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xoxoErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830848441110865682.post-38335881192132816552011-08-05T10:30:00.000-04:002011-08-05T10:30:40.779-04:00Gift of Life<img alt="93585_img_2038_display" class="cp_photo" src="http://www.carepages.com/assets-10.5.1/images/carepages/0021/5012/93585_IMG_2038_display.JPG" /><br />
Unfortunately Gary and I have a friend who will be placed on the organ donor list soon because she has a disease that is destroying her liver. She is a wonderful person, mother of two, wife, friend and most importantly a follower of Jesus Christ. Her struggles with her health are a true testament to her faith. She has remained positive through all the difficult times and has turned over control of her life to the Lord. I'm amazed by her faith and at the same time encouraged. <br />
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Just recently we were chatting on the phone about her recent medical/testing results from U of M, which was good news since the test was to see if she had bile cancer! The doctors continue to monitor her to determine if she is eligible to be placed on the donor waiting list for a liver. Fortunately and Unfortunately she is just below the level (measured by certain chemicals in the liver) needed to be on the waiting list. In the meantime she is asking that friends and family share information about organ donation and encourage everyone to sign up to become an organ donor. If you are a Michigan resident and have a MI drivers license the process to be a member of the organ donor registry is EASY!! Just follow this <a href="http://www.michigan.gov/sos">LINK</a>. Along the left side of the page click on <strong>Organ Donation </strong>and follow the simple instructions. Please don't wait! Sign up NOW. Thanks! And please add the Brandt family to your prayers.<br />
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Oh, and here are some facts about organ donation that might interest you:<br />
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<strong><u>Organ Transplantation and Donation Facts at a Glance</u></strong><br />
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People of all ages and medical histories should consider themselves potential donors. Your medical condition at the time of death will determine what organs and tissue can be donated.<br />
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Organs and tissues that can be donated include: heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, liver, intestines, corneas, skin, tendons, bone, and heart valves.<br />
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There is no national registry of organ donors. Even if you have indicated your wishes on your drivers' license or a donor card, be sure you have told your family as they will be consulted before donation can take place.<br />
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All major religions approve of organ and tissue donation and consider donation the greatest gift.<br />
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An open-casket funeral is possible for organ and tissue donorsErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07999823545700960028noreply@blogger.com0