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Your Kid’s Backpack Could be Packing Trouble
Have you picked up your child’s backpack lately? With books, computers and other supplies, they can weigh 50 pounds or more. As children head back to school, consumer safety groups are warning about the dangers of heavy, bulky backpacks. According to the U.S. Consumer...
Robert Stephens : Hero of the Month August 2015
Robert is not only a firefighter and CPR Instructor, but also active within his community. He coaches softball, encouraging values such as commitment, teamwork, and hard work. He volunteers every year at the local school district teaching classes for Career Day,...
9 Signs You’re Not Ready for a Disaster
Why should I worry, there’s never been a disaster or emergency in my area before? If that’s your reaction to emergency preparation, you’re setting your family up for disaster. Here are nine other signs you probably aren’t ready for the unexpected: You have no property...
You were probably raised by a Nurse if…
You know what DTaP, APA, BBP, CVA, FMPS and MI stand for. You learned that Stable is not one of the four conditions of a patient which are: Critical, Serious, Fair and Good. Discussions of mucus were one of the daily dinner table conversations. You...
Don’t Labor on an End of Summer Getaway
Instead of staying home and having a BBQ this Labor Day weekend, many of us will be hitting the road for one last blast of fun before the leaves drop and the weather cools. Thanks to lower fuel costs, both flying and driving will be less expensive. In fact, the...
Tips to Transform Your Big Move
Summer is here and the moving season is on. If you are preparing for a new home or apartment you are not alone; the U.S. Census Bureau found almost 36 million people moved to a new residence between 2012 and 2013. Most wanted to find a new place to live, followed by...
10 Tips for First Year Teachers (the Stuff They Didn’t Teach You in School)
You got the job, you have the room prepared and you think you are ready for that first day in the classroom. But as the day arrives you are more nervous than you thought. Here are some tips you can take into the classroom from those who have been there before you:...
4 Reasons to Work in California Casualty Customer Service
1) You're looking for more than just a job. For many companies, customer service is just a necessary expense. At California Casualty, it's the very core of what makes us an exceptional company. It's not just a job here - it's a career. We back it up with educational...
10 Safest Used Cars for Teens
Nothing is more precious than our children. We try and protect them as long as possible, including when they get their first car. When it comes time for that purchase we want the safest one possible at a good price, but buying solely on price could compromise their...
The Great Reads of 2015
For many of us there is nothing better than reading a good book. Whether you’re like me (a traditionalist who loves the feel of turning pages), or you prefer to use your e-reader, getting a recommendation on a great read is always appreciated. Here are some of the...