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Read about the 7 Myths About Arthritis on page 3 with Nhunga Vo, PA-C

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14 Monkeypox Cases in Dallas County Residents, Including Local Transmission.

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Blast from the Past

Address: 3155 S Lancaster Suite #210 Romans 8:28-29 Founder Dr. William “Bill “ Blair Jr. Sr. Publisher Emeritus Jordan Blair, Sr

Negro League Inductees Charlie Pride and John Jordan “Buck” O’Neil

Pet Peeves

Backhanded compliments These compliments come with a qualifier or some not-socomplimentary element of surprise. We don’t need to hear it if you think we look really nice for a change or if we’re really interesting for someone who didn’t go to Harvard.

Those are just insults framed as compliments, people!

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Sports (See page 12) Obituaries

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Baker Bowl is the popular name of the famous baseball park that was located within several streets (N. Broad Street, W. Huntingdon Street, N. 15th St. and W. Lehigh Ave.) in Philadelphia, Pa. The Base Ball Park opened in 1887, it accommodated 12,500 fans, and featured such ball park construction innovations as pavilion seating for customers and brick exterior walls instead of wood. Located at Broad Street and Lehigh Avenue.

Most notably, when the Phillies were out of town during baseball season, the Hilldale Daisies of the Negro League rented the

park from the early 1920s through the 1930s. Between 1924-1926, Negro League World Series games were played here. Players from high school baseball teams, the American Legion, and fire fighter and police leagues also used the Baker Bowl. The very first Negro Leagues fall classic was between the Kansas City Monarchs (55–22) and the Hilldale Daisies (47–23). This was the first official championship in Negro leagues baseball.

Before 1924, there were some post-season series but never anything recognized throughout the Negro National League and Eastern Colored League.

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7 Myths About Arthritis

Arthritis is one of the more common diseases in the United States, affecting nearly 60 million people in the US alone.

However, despite how many people it affects, many people still believe some common misconceptions

about arthritis. In this article, we will discuss some of these misconceptions, along with the truths behind them.

Myth 1: Arthritis is just minor joint aches and pains. While some people do only experience minor joint pains, this myth ignores more serious cases of arthritis that cause chronic pain for the people they affect.

This also doesn’t take into account the various types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common and is normally thought of when you say arthritis, causing joint pain, limited range of motion, and inflammation.

There are also, however,

more serious conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, in which the body has an autoimmune attack against itself and destroys connective tissue especially in the joints.

Myth 2: Only older people can get arthritis.

Osteoarthritis is more common in older adults, as around 50% of adults over 65 are diagnosed with arthritis. However, about 30% of people 4564 and 7% of people 1844 were also diagnosed with arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis especially presents early, in patients 20-40, but osteoarthritis can also present early in a condition called juvenile arthritis.

Myth 3: Arthritis is caused

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by a cold, wet climate.

Some people believe that a cold, wet climate causes arthritis and that moving to a warmer place can cure their condition. While this is not true, warmth can relieve some symptoms of arthritis, in the same way that your body relaxes when taking a hot shower or bath.

Myth 4: After receiving a diagnosis of arthritis, there is nothing you can do. While there is no known universal cure for arthritis, there are certain medications that can slow the progression of the disease. In addition, lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, eating healthy, and getting enough sleep can all slow the

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progression of arthritis.

Myth 5: Popping your knuckles can cause arthritis. According to Harvard studies, knuckle popping showed no increased correlation with arthritis. The “pop” of a knuckle crack comes from bubbles bursting in the fluid between your joints, which causes slight vibrations in your joints but has not been shown to cause arthritis. The Harvard studies did show, however, that the vibrations caused by the pops can cause slight hand inflammation or reduced grip strength.

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The People’s Report: Misconceptions about Oil Companies

There is a lot erroneous information in the atmosphere about oil companies being greedy. Over the holiday I had a huge discussion about this, so let me set things straight.

Many politricksters who live in a bubble are quick to blame and hype up the narrative that oil companies are greedy, but the market is much more complicated than that. While oil companies have seen windfall profits thanks to the increase in oil prices, they are not the ones that are driving prices higher. It is true that oil companies benefit from actions that increase the price of oil. Over the past couple of years, OPEC has taken actions that have increased the price of oil. Who is OPEC: is an organization made up of 23 countries from the Middle East, Africa and South America. The 23 nations that are a members of OPEC produce about half of the world’s oil and own over 81.5% of the world’s oil reserves. Who is OPEC and why do they matter? OPEC stands for Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, and it’s estimated OPEC’s accounts for more than half of internationally traded crude oil; and it trades in US Dollars the reserve currency of the world which our country the USA gets a piece of every transaction kind of like using a VISA card. That makes it

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basically one of the world’s most powerful members-only clubs.

Now the United States is NOT part of OPEC. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them.

Who is OPEC and why do they matter? OPEC stands for Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, and it’s estimated OPEC’s accounts for more than half of internationally traded crude oil; and it trades in US Dollars the reserve currency of the world which our country the USA gets a piece of every transaction kind of like using a VISA card. That makes it basically one of the world’s most powerful members-only clubs.

Now the United States is NOT part of OPEC. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them.

Who is OPEC and why do they matter? OPEC stands for Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, and it’s estimated OPEC’s accounts for more than half of internationally traded crude oil; and it trades in US Dollars the reserve currency of the world which our country the USA gets a piece of every transaction kind of like using a VISA card. That makes it basically one of the world’s most powerful members-only clubs.

Now the United States is NOT part of OPEC. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them.and it trades in US Dollars the reserve currency of the world which our country the USA gets a piece of

every transaction kind of like using a VISA card. That makes it basically one of the world’s most powerful members-only clubs.

Now the United States is NOT part of OPEC. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them.and it trades in US Dollars the reserve currency of the world which our country the USA gets a piece of every transaction kind of like using a VISA card. That makes it basically one of the world’s most powerful members-only clubs.

Now the United States is NOT part of OPEC. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set

by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set

by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them. This means that each country has control over its own production and supply without any interference from the organization and the price is set

by OPEC. Russia is not part of OPEC; however, they do work closely with them.

Back in 2020 when Chucky the Planned-Demic hit the scene oil dipped negative $40 a barrel for almost two months, a roll of toilet paper sold for more than a barrel of oil. Oil companies couldn’t even give oil away.

Now the world was teetering on insolvency because the whole world was shut down, there was no demand but plenty of supply.

Gradually things turned around as the world started to open back up.

The only thing was the supply chains were in shambles and is still going on today and no end

in sight. Supply and supply chain shortages are our real driver of the price and inflation. Demand is high but its not enough supply thus we have high prices. Let’s also note that in Uncle Joe’s first day in office he signed an executive order to shut down the XL Pipeline from Canada which started the uptrend in oil and gas prices here in the USA.I even posted a time frame chart in earlier writings. Next, we have Russia going into Ukraine, which is another disruption in supply, then Uncle Joe and Western Countries impose sanctions on Russia which really escalates the price. In addition, the Eurozone gets 45% of their energy from Russia then European leaders slows down the Northstream 1 pipeline that supply’s Europe with energy further disrupting supplies, in addition Northstream 2 was completed into Europe but Uncle Joe told European leaders do not sign a contract with Russia to deliver needed oil and gas to them and they listened; therefore more higher prices, in addition oil and gas is sold in US dollars, then the sanctions take all of Russia’s US dollars, confiscate their bank accounts but expect Russia to give them energy for free. REALLY! So now we have a real problem:HIGH DEMAND + HARDLY NO supply = SKY HIGH PRICES and we the peeps in all countries are collateral damage.

Here in the USA, oil producers benefitted from the rise in oil prices following Russia’s invasion, and refiners benefitted from the rise in product prices.

ExxonMobil owns both oil production and refinery operations, and they benefitted from these price rises as well as other energy companies.

Let’s break things down further: ExxonMobil doesn’t even produce 3% of the world’s oil.

Oil companies produce very little of the oil we use, most of it is produced by sovereign nations (Russia, Saudi Arabia, UAE,

etc.…) who have far greater control over the price than any company does. Back in the 50’s, the reverse was true. Exxon is a price taker, not a price maker, therefore ExxonMobil is not a market maker, they are just passing along costs.It’s perfectly legitimate to discuss how ExxonMobil benefitted from the OPEC production cuts and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

It is a fact that the U.S. energy industry has benefitted, and that is at the expense of U.S. consumers.

I understand why people are angry about this, but their anger is misdirected. Think about it.

Do you think ExxonMobil was just being generous in 2020, and decided to sell oil for under $20 a barrel at a loss? And in 2022 they got really greedy and decided to sell it for over $100 a barrel? No, because that’s not the way oil is sold. The market determines the price.Do you think ExxonMobil was just being generous in 2020, and decided to sell oil for under $20 a barrel at a loss? And in 2022 they got really greedy and decided to sell it for over $100 a barrel? No, because that’s not the way oil is sold. The market determines the price.Do you think ExxonMobil was just being generous in 2020, and decided to

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www.elitenewsdallas.com The People’s Report: Misconceptions about Oil Companies (CONTINUED) sell oil for under $20 a barrel at a loss? And in 2022 they got really greedy and decided to sell it for over $100 a barrel? No, because that’s not the way oil is sold. The market determines the price.

If you really want to get mad get mad at Chucky the PlannedDemic which shut off supply chains and production, Uncle Joe shutting off pipelines from Canada who has plenty of oil and gas but he won’t take it because of the green agenda. The Dept of Energy that won’t loosen up regulations and give drilling permits; Get mad at the green energy movement which is a whole another deal, and really get mad at sanctions, which is really the big driver of prices. Here’s something else to think about: have a product the world wants; provide the service and support to keep that product flowing; have the skills to find more product = profit. In the meantime, Russia making record profits selling less oil. There’s maybe one other big price shot driver and that is if Uncle Joe and the G7 start price controls:Russia and OPEC will quit delivering oil and gas and the price goes anywhere from $195 to $380 a barrel and Europe freezes to death, the whole world economies shut down and probably WW3. In addition, if Russia unlocks its Arctic reserves and opens the northern sea route; a big part of Asia will want that oil and gas. A Russian, Chinese partnership in Eurasia will usher in a golden era as the clowns of the West become like in Laurel & Hardy skit. Basically, what we are looking at is “down goes Frazier” alias The US Dollar, the USA, Eurozone, Japan maybe

this is what Uncle Joe wants through his handlers the Sons of Perdition.a big part of Asia will want that oil and gas. A Russian, Chinese partnership in Eurasia will usher in a golden era as the clowns of the West become like in Laurel & Hardy skit.

Basically, what we are looking at is “down goes Frazier” alias The US Dollar, the USA, Eurozone, Japan maybe this is what Uncle Joe wants through his handlers the Sons of Perdition.a big part of Asia will want that oil and gas. A Russian, Chinese partnership in Eurasia will usher in a golden era as the clowns of the West become like in Laurel & Hardy skit.

Basically, what we are looking at is “down goes Frazier” alias The US Dollar, the USA, Eurozone, Japan maybe this is what Uncle Joe wants through his handlers the Sons of Perdition.

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Recipe of the Week: Cornbread Taco Bake Author Brandie @ The Country Cook

Cornbread Taco Bake is a cornbread base topped with seasoned ground beef, a creamy filling and topped with melted cheese! So good!

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes

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Servings: 8 Calories: 377 kcal Ingredients • 7 ounce packet cornbread mix • ½ cup milk • 1 large egg • 1 pound ground beef • 3 Tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 packet) • 1/3 cup water • 11 ounce can Mexicorn drained • 10 ounce can Rotel drained • 2 cups sour cream • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (divided use) • 1/2 cup chopped green onions OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: • Shredded lettuce, sliced olives, diced tomatoes,

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taco sauce Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350f degrees. Spray a 9” x 9” (or 2 ½ quart) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Combine cornbread mix with milk and egg. Stir well.

3. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, cook and crumble ground beef until no longer pink, drain excess grease.

5. Then add in taco seasoning and ⅓ cup water and stir to combine.

6. Then add in Mexicorn and Rotel. Stir well and simmer for a couple of

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minutes.

7. Once cornbread is cooked, take out of oven, then cover with ground beef mixture.

8. Next, combine sour cream, ONE cup of shredded cheese and green onion in a bowl.

9. Gently spread the sour cream mixture on top of the ground beef mixture.

10. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cup of shredded cheese.

11. Bake for about 25 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.

12. Allow to cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve.

Notes Top with shredded lettuce, sliced olives, diced tomatoes and a drizzle of taco sauce.

Nutrition Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 372mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 748IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 2mg Recipe courtesy of www. thecountrycook.net

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Debra’s Bits & Pieces Dallas/DFW Engagements/ Weddings/ Anniversaries YOU ARE THE STAR!

The most widely known Black American wedding tradition is jumping the broom. The Elite News Dallas can be the place for Dallas/DFW weddings and engagement to announce couples who jump the broom. Engagement, wedding and anniversary announcements are still a part of the tradition of black families and the Elite News Dallas offers our 60 years strong publication as a leader in this announcement space. Our publication is read and subscribed to by community leaders, fraternities, sororities, established and new residents and church congregations in the Dallas metroplex.

In Dallas/DFW

Engagements/Weddings/ Anniversaries, we are highlighting the tradition that dates back to when enslaved persons were not allowed to legally wed. Today many couples want to have their union recognized as they make commitments, engagements, and marriage or celebrate anniversaries.

Today, couples still symbolize their union to their community with a form of jumping the broom.

Those couples who embrace the engagement, wedding, anniversary celebrations, The Elite News Dallas experienced professional team, headed

by Debra Blair Arbon (author of Debra’s Bits and Pieces in the Elite News) and Valder Beebe

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Influencer) are here to help.

Both have long and happy marriages and recall their wedding day as “joyous”.

When we are featuring couples to present to family, friends and the community, Debra believes “we treat couples like family” offering couples the wealth of our business experience as journalists and as women of color who live by faith. Along with our long history of being the voice of the community with our publication, we are widely read by the Dallas community.

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In and Out on the Town with Elite News Serving God With A Purpose

Texas Northeast Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction celebrated the dedication of the newly redesigned Saintsville Church of God in Christ and the installation of the newly appointed Mother for Texas Jurisdiction. Congratulations!

60th Holy Convocation Texas Northeast Firsdt Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction BIshop James Hornsby Prelate fror Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction and Pastor of Saintsville COGIC Dallas, Tx.

Mother Pauline Thompson, the newly jurisdictional appointed mother for district one.

Mother Barbara McCoo Lewis installed her on Thursday night as the newly appointed jurisdictional supervisor of women for district one.

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In and Out on the Town with Elite News My good friend, some may call her the cake lady, Sister Thelma Ellis, on (Thursday) June 16 at 7pm, she was invited by Deacon Charles Ko, to share her miracle Testimony with a class at New Song Korean Church, in Carrollton, Tx. She said that everyone was so kind, and as she shared her story, Deacon Ko interpreted the Service. I was blessed with a wonderful dinner. She remembered, a few months after coming out of her coma, getting out of the hospital, the Spirit of the Lord, spoke to her, and said, “I’m sending you to other Nation’s of People’s, it was a wonderful experience.”

“Please continue to pray for me. All Glory and Honor belongs to GOD.”

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First United named to Forbes America’s Best Banks in Each State 2022 list

First United Bank announced that it has been named to Forbes’ 2022 ranking of America’s Best Banks. The distinction is based on customer feedback and First United is one of only 133 banks in the United States to be recognized, as well as one of only five banks in Texas

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to make the list, which includes a total of 4,839 regional and community banks from around the nation.

“We are extremely honored to be included among the best banks in America, and it is made even more special because the recognition is based on our customers’ experiences with us, as well as their trust and confidence in our organization,” Greg Massey, CEO of First United said.

In collaboration with market research firm, Statista, Forbes surveyed more than 26,000 customers across the nation to identify the best banks in America.

Survey participants rated banks on overall customer satisfaction, how likely they

were to recommend the bank, and various facets of relationship, including trust, branch and digital services, customer service, and financial advice.

“I am incredibly proud of our high-performing employees. This ranking emphasizes their commitment to living our values and our desire to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely. This is what makes our organization so remarkable,” stated Massey.

First United’s purpose is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, which includes a holistic approach to life that encompasses financial well-being, faith, health and wellness, and personal growth. The organization takes pride in its values of faith, family, integrity, highperformance teams, lifelong learning, relationships and communities, and doing what is right for its employees, customers, and the communities.

By providing a great customer experience through relationships and the latest technology, First United is transforming how people interact with their finances.

About First United Bank: Established in 1900, First United has more than 85 bank, mortgage,

and insurance locations throughout Oklahoma and Texas. It is one of the largest, well-capitalized banking organizations in the Southwest with assets of more than $13.5 billion, and it is among the largest privately held community banking organizations in the United States.

First United provides a full range of financial services including banking, mortgage, insurance, and investment products and services, and is dedicated to inspiring and empowering others to Spend Life Wisely®. Learn more at FirstUnitedBank.com.

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Sometimes I Wonder by Rhonda Hunter

“Its like a jungle sometimes, it makes me wonder how I keep from going under.”

(Grand Master Flash & the Fabulous Five) Those are the words to a song from back in the day; a song whose words are as appropriate now as then.

It reflects what some of us are going through. Covid has attacked our families and seems to continue to be hunting for each of us.

Food and gas prices are on a roller coaster, as is the stock market. Young parents cannot find formula to feed their babies. We feel that we are not safe at church, at school, in our cars or at home. And those are just the societal ills, saying nothing about our own personal issues with family conflicts, job insecurity and isolation.

“Don’t-push me, cause-I’mclose-to-the-edge, I’m-tryin’, not-to lose-my-head, uh huh, huh huh.”

Fear and anxiety are natural when we live in an environment with constant turmoil and upheaval.

Watching the news can trigger bouts of sadness. And this is just what happens to adults. For youth, the thought of going to school, staying home, not seeing their friends, facing pressures brought on by social media are leading to the point where one in five youth are experiencing a mental health episode or disorder. When we have these problems where can we find the help we need?

I am a judge of a family district court. I am Judge Rhonda. I see people who are dealing with some of the most emotionally draining times they will ever see. The breakup of their family, the draining of their finances, the upheaval of their children.

They often do not know where to turn or how to make life better. When they get to court, they may be looking

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www.elitenewsdallas.com Sometimes I Wonder by Rhonda Hunter (CONTINUED) for resolution but they do not often expect to find answers.

I view my role at the court as being a bridge that helps families find the help they are seeking. I often see families at their emotional worst. Their lives hang in the balance. Their future is uncertain. I am not always successful at getting them to learn how to resolve their issue, but i can help answer the question, “What can we do?”

There are tools we can use. Referring people to professionals often helps.

Family court uses many different types of mental health professionals to aid families, Marriage counselors help those attempting to heal breaking relationships and improve marriages. Secular and pastoral resources provide comfort to many going through the turmoil of a divorce. Working with a counselor can be a rewarding exercise in understanding what is happening and how you can come out safely on the other side of adversity.

But some of us have a stigma about getting help from a counselor, a therapist, a psychologist or a psychiatrist.

Some of us are reluctant to talk to our religious leader about our personal lives.

Reluctance to counseling can be a result of cultural norms. This is in spite of our

history of knowing that we all have had family members who were depressed, were moody, had friends who were wrapped too tight, or fast to anger, and could benefit from health care professionals.

How life could have been different if we had resources instead of providing only the limited knowledge we had.

Our public mental health system has not changed much in thirty years. Long lines at the mental health clinic and the stigma of being a patient discourage many from seeking that resource.

“I am not crazy,” is often the response in circles where getting help is frowned upon.

The difficult issues we face in today’s times and the situations that we encounter that are becoming a part of our daily lives, are causing anxiety and depression we never imagined we would face. So, what do we do?

Eating disorders, changed sleeping pattens and inability to face or continue daily activities could be a sign that having a mental health check-up could be beneficial.

In the workplace mindfulness and wellness are drilled into weekly emails. Companies provide wellness options and encourage us with tips on how to destress. “Take care of yourself” may be a mantra, but it needs to be ingrained in each of us and it has become easier to do this anonymously with the normalization of telehealth, where we can call for help without anyone knowing.

Because I see the need, I have become informed of several resources. Every resource is different and what may be good for some may not be as beneficial for others, which means that each person must research the benefits of each resource for themselves.

1-800-273 TALK (8255) leads to a 24-hour crisis center and serves as a suicide prevention hotline. Child and Family Guidance Centers can be called by parents who are looking for help for their children. Texas 211 is a referral service that can be called for a variety of health services including mental health services. Low or reduced cost counseling can be found at Openpathcollective.org. which also offers courses in wellness. Wellness videos and courses are increasingly popular on the internet although not everything on the internet is useful. This is why you must research what works best for you. Locating a mental health professional can be challenging, but sometimes the first place to look is with your own insurance company.

If you are with someone that is having a mental health issue, listen and validate, but resist to urge to fix or give advice as the advice you give may not be helpful and may be harmful. Encouraging people to get help can be successful if you are willing to tell them that you were willing to get help for your own needs.

I knew a woman whose father

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had a stroke. A few months later her sister died the day she was giving a party for her best friend. Two months after that her dad died. Three weeks after burying him she was facing a life-threatening illness and could not work for six months. Those could be sad days. She did recover physically. Her mental recovery was aided by the help of a counselor. Her issues were situational and recoverable. She recovered fully and she went on to do

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great things and help many children and families. Do not turn down the chance to be great and happy. I can attest to the benefit of getting this type of help, because that woman who recovered from adversity was me.

Rhonda Hunter is Judge of a Family District Court and is certified as a Family Law and Child Welfare Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. copyright. hunter 2022.

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Members of Brittney Griner's Russian team defend her character, on and off the court Written by Rachel Treisman and Charles Maynes

Brittney Griner's defense argued her case in a Russian court on Thursday, one week after the WNBA star pleaded guilty to drug charges and nearly 150 days after she was first detained.

It was the third hearing in the trial of the Phoenix Mercury center and Olympic medalist,

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The recently engaged and now newly married on May 14, 2022. Donovan and Crystal Roberts announce their recent nuptials to friends, family and loved ones. The couple, Dallas residents will reside in Fort Worth, Texas as they both are entrepreneurs with business in this area.

The couple’s honeymoon destination, Denver, Colorado, for ten days.

Then will return to begin their new lives among families in the Dallas/DFW area. who could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

And it comes amidst growing public pressure on the Biden administration to make a deal to secure her release.

Griner was arrested on Feb. 17 — a week before Russia invaded Ukraine — after authorities at a Moscow area airport found cannabis vape cartridges in her luggage, with prosecutors later alleging that she had purchased two cartridges containing 0.252 grams and 0.45 grams of hash oil for personal use. She was in the country to play for a Russian team during the U.S. offseason, which is common among WNBA players because

of basketball’s stark gender pay gap.

The Biden administration, which officially considers Griner to be “wrongfully detained,” believes that the regime of Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered her arrest as leverage against the U.S., though the Kremlin holds that the case isn’t politically motivated.

Griner entered a guilty plea at a hearing last week, admitting to bringing cannabis into Russia but saying she had no intention of breaking any laws.

“I was in a rush packing and the cartridges accidentally ended up in my bags,” she said.

Griner’s legal team said in a statement that she chose to plead guilty to take full responsibility for her actions and hopes the judge will take that into account ahead of sentencing.

“Considering the nature of her case, the insignificant amount of the substance and BG’s personality and history of positive contributions to global and Russian sport, the defense hopes that the plea will be considered by the court as a mitigating factor and there will be no severe sentence,” they wrote.

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By Debra Blair Abron “I’m No Doctor Or A Dietician’ But What I Learn I Will Share.” have sex with men and 14 Monkeypox who engage in high-risk Cases in Dallas sexual activities make up a County Residents, larger proportion of cases identified to date. However, Including Local the risk is not limited to the Transmission LGBTQ community, and

DALLAS (July 12, 2022) – Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting a total of 14 monkeypox cases in Dallas County residents since the start of the outbreak, including local transmission connected to a previously reported incident of local exposure.

DCHHS provides public updates on the number of confirmed monkeypox cases in Dallas County residents here: https://www.dallascounty. org/departments/dchhs/ monkeypox.php The threat of monkeypox to the general Dallas County population remains low.

Monkeypox is rare and does not spread easily between people without close, personal, skin-toskin contact. Men who

anyone who has been in close contact with someone who has monkeypox is at risk. Monkeypox vaccine is now in low supply and can only be offered to those with known skin-to-skin contact with a confirmed monkeypox case.

Monkeypox is spread through contact with body fluids, monkeypox sores, or shared items (such as

clothing and bedding) that have been contaminated with fluids or sores of a person with monkeypox.

Monkeypox virus can also spread between people through respiratory droplets typically in a close setting, such as people living in the same household or in a healthcare setting. Persons with monkeypox may develop symptoms such as a fever, swollen lymph nodes and general body aches before developing a rash. People should seek medical attention if they develop symptoms of monkeypox.

For more information, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ poxvirus/monkeypox/index. html

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