Archive for October, 2010
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010
See an updated version of this article here.
Children everywhere are slowly transforming into zombies, princesses and characters from their favorite movies. Adults are preparing outfits they would only dare wear once a year. Halloween is upon us!
On October 31, kids across the country will excitedly wear their favorite costumes and claim tasty treats in the name of trick or treating. Parents can help make sure this Halloween is thrilling, chilling and safe!
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Tags: Costume Safety, Halloween, Halloween Safety Rules, Halloween Safety Tips, Safety Tips For Halloween, Trick Or Treat
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Thursday, October 21st, 2010
National Make A Difference Day is Saturday, October 23. The event was created by USA Weekend to encourage people to help others.
Every year, millions of people participate in Make A Difference Day. Anyone can get involved. All you have to do is help with an existing project, or create one of your own.
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Tags: Halloween Haunt, Make A Difference Day, Safetyville
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Wednesday, October 20th, 2010
In case you don’t know, National Mother-in-Law day is Sunday October 24, 2010. This day was created to celebrate the woman who was thoughtful enough to give birth to your spouse.
The holiday always occurs on the fourth Sunday in October. Although there isn’t much information about the origins of Mother-in-Law day, it seems to have started up around 2002.
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Tags: Extended Family, In-Laws, Marriage, Mother, Mother-In-Law, Mother-In-Law Day, Spouse, When is National Mother In Law Day
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Thursday, October 14th, 2010

This note let the world know that all 33 miners were alive and well.
The rescues were astonishing. 33 men were elevated from nearly half a mile beneath the Earth’s surface. They spent 69 days underground, and doctors were concerned about their mental and physical health.
All of the men appeared to be well, and in good spirits. They hugged loved ones, thanked rescue workers and waved to well-wishers before being whisked away to a nearby medical facility. The tale of these brave men, however, is far from over.
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Tags: Chilean Miners, Chilean Miners Blog, Chilean Miners Rescued, How Did We Learn The Miners Were Alive, Miners, Rescue Wokers, San Jose Mine, Trapped Miners, What's Next For The Chilean Miners
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Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
It’s been a massive undertaking. Hundreds of experts discussed, devised and designed a plan to free 33 miners who have been trapped in an underground mine since Thursday, August 5.
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Tags: Chilean Miners, Chilean Miners Blog, How Did We Learn The Miners Were Alive, Miners, Rescue Wokers, San Jose Mine, Trapped Miners
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Friday, October 8th, 2010
This entry was revised and reposted here.
Tags: Crime, Criminals, Cyber Crime, Cyber Safety Tips, Cyber Security Awareness Month, Cyberbullying, Malware, Phishing, Protect Your Identity, Social Networks, Tabnabbing
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Thursday, October 7th, 2010
In honor of National Crime Prevention Month, we’re sharing a few tips to help you deter criminals. You never know where a criminal may strike, so it is essential to be ready for any situation.
Predators look for easy targets; people they can take advantage of quickly. It’s up to you to prepare yourself, your home and your family to avoid becoming their next victim.
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Tags: 911, Background Check, Crime, Crime Prevention, Crime Prevention Tips, Criminal, Deter Criminals, Fight Crime, Home Security System, National Crime Prevention Month, Neighborhood Crime Watch, Predators, Prevent Crime, Security In The Home, Victim
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Friday, October 1st, 2010
How much do you know about your family tree? October is Family History Month – a great time to learn more about the people who came before you.
Tracing your family history can be a rewarding experience that comes with unexpected turns, surprising twists, frustrating dead-ends, and amazing discoveries. Genealogy enthusiasts often spend years searching for old documents, tombstones and photos to learn more about their past.
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Tags: Family Historian, Family History, Family History Month, Family Tree, Find People, Genealogy, Historian, Learn About The Past, Relatives
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