Father outraged over compulsory sex education lessons, pulls daughter from school

Michael Doherty, a 50-year-old resident of Suffolk, made a decision to remove his daughter from the primary school she attended because of what he claims to be highly inappropriate lessons on sexual educations not suit for children her age.

He requested to see the teaching materials his daughter and her classmates were taught at Thurston Primary School and was left in shock from the lessons included and the way they were presented to the students.

In fact, these teaching materials have been part of the program for a couple of years now but parents weren’t able to see them. The reason for this, according to the school, was the coronavirus pandemic which prevented the facility from sharing specifics about the lessons with parents.

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The lessons, which are mandatory in schools around UK, indicate that the nine-year-old students are being taught about orgasms and even anal sex.

Following his demand for clarification and upon asking to withdraw his daughter Sofia from the school, he was told that he couldn’t do such a thing “because it is important that all children receive this content. Covering topics such as friendships and how to stay safe.”

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The headteacher’s letter to Mr. Doherty asserted that the school followed a national curriculum for PSHE relationships, but this only added to his concerns because in reality, no such national curriculum exists for this purpose. What’s most, he learned that a controversial BBC video shown to the students during lesson time, as well as other teaching resources, have been provided to the school by an external charity called the PSHE Association.

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This revelation only added to the importance of having parents involved in the decision making processes regarding the materials distributed in class.

I feel as a parent they were quite hostile to me. You’re treated like some sort of prude. But I think you need to speak up,” Mr. Doherty said.

The video in question depicted a boy experiencing a wet dream, getting an erection, and ejaculating, something this concerned father found highly inappropriate for four graders. Although the video was later taken off of the website, Sofia’s teacher denied that the video had any sexual nature—claiming that his daughter’s year group was not being taught sex education.

Mr. Doherty, however, argued that the school needed to ask for parental consent before exposing the students to that type of videos.

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It’s really, really weird what’s going on in schools. Why is my daughter being shown a video of wet dreams? The teacher’s reason was so that when she’s an adult she doesn’t go ”eurgh” when she hears about wet dreams. It’s all very bizarre. It’s over-sexualization of children,” he said.

Children are coming out of schools illiterate and they are doing this stuff. As a parent, it just feels wrong. The video is really strange and disgusting. It’s a really creepy and vile video. I don’t want my child to see a vile, disgusting video that [is] being pushed into primary schools. I have been vindicated because the BBC took the video off their site,” he continued.

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When he asked from the school to withdraw his daughter they rejected his request initially, but he was later able to take her out of the school. At the time being, Sofia is spending her time with her family in Poland before she attends another school. Her parents even consider homeschooling as an option.

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Below is the school’s sex education plan.

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Since September 2020, Relationships Education has become compulsory in primary schools, and RSE is now mandatory in secondary schools. Sadly, this led to confusion among teachers who sought guidance on the subject, but the void ended being filled up with materials from charities that have unconventional views on biological gaps.

Mr. Doherty described the teaching of PSHE and RSE as a “sausage factory.

“School should be a safe place for education. Sadly we cannot trust the judgment of some school leaders. As for other parents, most are sadly ignorant of what is being shown to children in the school setting. Maybe if they were aware [of] the potential damage to their children, they would take the same steps as I did,” he said.

A spokesperson from the Department for Education stated, “The safety and well-being of children and young people is our top priority.”

Following reports of inappropriate materials being used to teach relationships and sex education, the government has already brought forward an urgent review of the curriculum and is looking at introducing age ratings to make sure teaching materials are appropriate. The Education Secretary has also written to schools to reiterate that parents have a right to view teaching materials and copyright law does not prevent a parent from viewing external resources on school premises.” they added.

The spokesperson for Thurston Church of England Primary Academy said that the PSHE curriculum taught at the school adheres to the statutory guidance provided by the Department for Education’s policy on Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE), and Health Education.

“The curriculum follows the PSHE Association program of study – which is government-funded and quality assured by the educational body to ensure it meets statutory requirements. The BBC Bitesize video was included in the resources but has since been withdrawn by the BBC. The school will be reviewing its materials.”

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Simple spray with 2-ingredients – You will never see spiders, fleas, flies, lice, mice or moths in your home again! 

Peppermint has various benefits. Whether we use it to have a fresh breath, or to ease our headaches, it’s something every household has. The minty taste is really refreshing and I guess we all love the feeling of coolness it gives us. 

But as it turns out, not everyone enjoys the nice smell, and that’s some good news. Mice and other pests hate the smell of peppermint.

They are neither fond of its sharpness and sweetness, and that means we can use it as an all natural, no-kill way to get rid of those unwanted visitors that decided to make our home theirs too. 

This is a really nice way of expelling rodents out of your place if you are against animal cruelty and don’t want to kill them using traps. Plus, your home will smell really nice. 

Bulk Herb Stores’s Shoshanna’s Kitchen presents some ways of using peppermint for the purpose of having your home free of mice. 

One of them, and I guess the less demanding one, is to plant some peppermint plants and place them around the place. You may as well use the fresh leaves for cooking. 

Another useful method is to drop some dried peppermint in socks, tie them off and put them at places where you think the mice and the pests may be gathering, such as holes and gaps. 

The third method is to make a peppermint spray. It’s easy and it may also help you keep the air inside fresh. All you need is to boil water and put dry peppermint inside. Once you get rich concentration, strain the grounds out and let the mixture cool. After that, simply put it in a spray bottle, and you are done. If you want extra concentrated spray, use peppermint oil instead of leaves for the preparation of the spray. 

How To Get Rid Of Mice.com suggests another interesting method. Saturating cotton balls in peppermint oil and placing them where you believe the mice may likely be. 

The peppermint is not only useful, but it’s also very cheap, and won’t cost you an arm and a leg, like hiring professional will. 

To create a natural and easy-to-make peppermint solution, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

  • 10 drops of peppermint essential oil
  • 16 oz. of water

Instructions:

    1. Mix 10 drops of peppermint essential oil with 16 oz. of water.
    2. Transfer the mixture to a spray bottle.
    3. Spray the mixture on countertops, furniture, blinds, and any other areas where insects are present.

If you decide to use peppermint oil and want that to be a safety process, you need to follow precautions. 

    1. Dilute the oil: Before using it, it is advisable to always dilute peppermint oil with water or a carrier oil before. The recommended ratio is to mix 10-15 drops of peppermint oil with 1 cup of water or carrier oil. This helps reduce the risk of adverse effects on pets, if you have them in your home.
    2. Use sparingly: Don’t spray peppermint oil on the places where your pets usually sleep or spend their time. Instead, spray it at the corners of the doors and windows. 
    3. Store safely: Make sure you keep the peppermint oil and any mixtures containing it out of reach of pets. Ensure that the containers are tightly sealed to prevent accidental ingestion or exposure.
    4. Observe your pets: Monitor your pets closely when using peppermint oil as bug repellent. In case you notice any unusual symptoms or behaviors, immediately discontinue use and consult your veterinarian.

If you want to learn more of the benefits of peppermint, take a look at the below video by Bulk Herb Store. 

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Who knew putting sugar in an onion could create the best remedy to knock out your seasonal cold & cough in just 3 days

In an attempt to fight the cold, various infections, and any discomfort, people sometimes avoid over-the-counter medicine and turn to natural ingredients that would help them ease the symptoms.

Using only two common kitchen ingredients can help maintain your overall well-being. In this article we will unveil the secret to the powerful mixture of onions and sugar and how this harmonious mixture can help vanquish a seasonal cough in mere days.

With the winter being just around the corner, sniffles, coughs, and sore throats became issues we face frequently. Thankfully, the elixir of onion infused with sugar can knock out the season cold in just three days.

This recipe, however, isn’t something new. On the contrary, people have used this mixture for centuries making it an ancient healing tradition.

This is the science behind this powerful remedy!

Using the Powers of Onions

The health benefits of onions are beyond impressive. Besides adding specific and very delicious flavor to most dishes, being versatile, and pretty cheap, onions have been used as a form of medicine as well. It is believed that athletes in ancient Greece used onions to purify their blood, while medieval and traditional doctors prescribed them to help treat various conditions, including headaches, heart disease, and mouth sores.

Onions have anti-inflammatory and expectorant attributes which help fight the cough. They provide relief of the irritated airways thanks to compounds like quercetin and allicin. Onions help in expelling mucus as well, which provides better breathing.

The Role of Sugar: A Synergistic Alliance

When combined with sugar, the effectiveness of onions against the fight of cough and throat soreness reach their full potential. Although this combination may seem odd, it’s definitely a win-win.

Sugar acts as a catalyst, thus enhances the natural healing properties of the onion.

How to Prepare It

All you need for this powerful remedy is a fresh, medium-sized onion and some granulated sugar.

Start my hollowing out a hole in the middle of the onion and then add a liberal amount of sugar inside of it. Next, let it settle and form a sweet, crystalline pool. This way, the sugar will help the onion release its juices.

The Three-Day Plan

For the best results, administer this remedy for three days straight. Consume a spoonful of the elixir three times a day along with a warm beverage like herbal tea or hot water with lemon.

It will only take three days for you to experience the benefits of this mixture that will enhance your breathing significantly and will help you with your sore throat.

In a world in which plenty of medicine is available, we should try and turn to the nature every once in a while in order to avoid any side effects most pills and painkillers come with.

It has been for centuries that people used different herbs, fruits, and vegetables to improve their health, and it is pretty awesome that some of those recipes have been handed down from generation to generation and that we still have them to prepare and use.

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Boil bananas before bed, drink the liquid and you will not believe what happens to your sleep

In order to be able to go through the day, one needs a good amount of sleep. However, issues with falling asleep are more frequent that we can imagine. The most common reasons which lead to sleep issues are anxiety, stress, overthinking, and worrying over stressful events. Further, the sleeping can be also affected because of certain medications.

When a person doesn’t get the recommended amount of sleep, they have difficulties performing the daily tasks and maintaining an active social life. The lack of sleep may also affect person’s long-term and short-term memory. People who sleep under seven hours react emotionally regarding everyday situations are more likely to be obese and even get diabetes.

Luckily, there are natural remedies that can help overcome these issues, and one of them is the banana tea.Yes, you heard that right.

This tea not only improves your sleeping, but it is very tasty at the same time.

In order to prepare it, you will need organic bananas because bananas that are not organic are treated with various pesticides and we encourage you to eat the boiled banana peels.

At the same time, the banana peels are rich in magnesium, which prevents sleep disruptions, and potassium, which aids muscle relaxation. What’s most, this tea only takes minutes to make.

Ingredients

  • 1 banana, organic
  • one tiny saucepan of water
  • a dash of cinnamon, if desired

All you need to do is cut the edges of the banana, then peel it off and boil it for around ten minutes. Pour the liquid into a mug while using a colander. You can use cinnamon if you feel like it. Drink this an hour before going to bed. You can also eat the boiled banana along with its peel.

This drink is a natural remedy which can easily help you avoid the medications which usually come with side effects such as:

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • inability to concentrate and remember
  • abdominal pain
  • Weakness
  • shakes uncontrollably
  • Parasomnias

You can learn more about the natural ways of treating insomnia from the video below by Dr. Oz titled “Love it or leave it alone!”

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Homeless dog keeps sneaking into nursing home, and the end result is just precious!

One morning, the residents of a nursing home were stunned by the sight of a dog curled up on a couch.

It turned out that the sweet animal belonged to the local animal shelter, but somehow, it managed to leave the place and sneak into the nursing home.

Despite the numerous attempts to get it back to the shelter, the dog always found a way to return to the nursing home. Somehow, it was like it knew it belonged there.

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The bond between the animal and the residents became strong over time, so the administrator of the facility, Marna Robertson, decided to take matters in her own hands and give it a permanent home.

The dog, who was named Scout, was officially adopted by the nursing home. The effect of Scout becoming part of the facility was immediate. The residents were happy to have him around and spent plenty of time petting him and spending time with him.

As playful as he has been, Scout changed the lives of those around him by providing them with affection and comfort.

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What stunned many was Scout’s ability to sense when someone was nearing the end of their lives. In those cases, he would snuggle up next to them and would sleep either on their bed or somewhere near them.

The story of Scout has spread around and touched the hearts of many. But he didn’t only change his life and those of the residents, but of the rest of the animals at the shelter as well.

The nurses at the facility organized a fundraiser in Scout’s honor and managed to raise hundreds of dollars for the animal shelter.

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How Scout ended up at the animal shelter in the first place is still unknown. He could be a stray dog, or someone who used to have an owner. What is known, however, is that he finally found a home and purpose.

Scout’s story is a reminder that sometimes, we end just where we belong.

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Teens chip in to buy best gift for friend with special needs on his birthday

Having true friends in your life is a blessing.

25- year-old Ty Burningham of Davis County, Utah, is one lucky man. Why you may wonder. Well, it’s because he plenty of friends and is loved by everyone in the community.

The thing is that Ty has special needs, but that doesn’t prevent him from bringing joy whenever he goes.

Those who know him describe him as a chatty young man who is friendly to everyone he meets.

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Among his friends are local teens Maddie Weger and Hunter Garrett, who have just graduated from Davis High School. Speaking of Ty, they say they enjoy his company and love spending time with him.

“He’s just so friendly to everyone,” Maddie told KSL. “Like my mom met him in Bowman’s once, and he came over and talked to her for like 30 minutes.”

“He’s got that personality where it’s like, you see him, you just can’t not smile, you know?” Hunter added. “He just lights up a room everywhere he is.”

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In order to show him how special he is to them and to the community, the two young man, together with eight other friends, decided to surprise Ty for his birthday with a brand new electric scooter. He does drive his old scooter around, and it was just the time for a new one.

When he saw what they did for him, Ty said, “Aw, sweet!”

With a huge grin on his face, he couldn’t wait to try the scooter.

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As of his friends, they said it was the least they could do for their special buddy.

“It’s not that big, but Ty, we just love him,” Raef Thomas, one of the teens, said.

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This surprise was well deserved for everything Ty does for the people from the neighborhood every single day.

To learn more of this inspiring story and to see Ty’s reaction go to the video below.

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Donkey goes nuts when he gets a squeaky toy — The video will crack you up!

Most farm animals are friendly and playful in nature, and the donkey from the video below is not an exception.

Namely, this sweet animal loves playing with toys, and that includes bouncy balls, inflatable unicorns, and a lot more.

However, his all time favorite toys are the ones that produce squeaky sounds.

The owner of this donkey, Debbie Schluterman, never fails to amaze her followers with plenty of cute videos of her four-legged companion having fun around the yard.

This time, she posted a video on TikTok of her donkey receiving a rubber chicken and it’s safe to say that the animal’s reaction is beyond adorable.

Once it spots the toy, the donkey comes running and grabs it in its mouth making repeated squeaky sounds as it squeezes it over and over again. He then proceeds by throwing the toy and running to it to get it again.

“That’s a big puppy you have there,” one person wrote jokingly.

To see the excited donkey go to the video below.

It will definitely make your day.

@debbieschluterman Came home from a weekend in Pawhuska OK to a brand new squeaky chicken for Donkey! Thanks so much @GramB18! I do believe he loves it! We appreciate your generosity! #pets #donkey #happy #crazyanimals #petsoftiktok #animalsfunny #joy #pettricks #squeakytoy ♬ original sound – Inthemorningimmakingwaffles

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Weight loss and cleansing the colon with beetroot and lemon juice

The colon or large intestines acts as a storage and waste disposal in your body so it is of crucial importance for it to be kept clean and functioning. When the colon is affected in any way, it affects our overall health and well-being.

Now, if you wonder how to maintain a healthy colon, we will explore some natural ingredients and provide recipes for you.

Both beetroot and lemon juice are known for providing health benefits to people and the mixture of the two is so powerful that will help with a number of issues you have with your digestive system.

Beetroot is known as nature’s detoxifier mainly because of the anthocyanins, which are a nutrient powerhouse.

The lemon on the other hand is rich with vitamin C and is acidic by nature thus helps liver function and facilitates waste removal when consumed.

Before discussing the importance of consuming beetroot and lemon juice as colon cleansers, it’s important that we understand the the function of the colon in our body.

The colon is part of the digestive system and is responsible for eliminating waste and absorbing water and nutrients from food. When functioning properly, it keeps the bowels regular and your health in check.

Some of the most typical and most common bowel problems people experience are constipation, gas, and toxic accumulation.

Combining beetroot and lemon juice provide the following benefits:

1. All-Natural Colon Detoxification

As they work as diuretics, beetroot and lemon juice help the body get rid of excess water and waste. If consumed regularly, they help avoid any problems related to the digestive system.

2. High Fiber Content

Both ingredients are rich in fiber, which helps maintain regular bowel movements and prevents constipation. Beneficial microorganisms in the digestive tract benefit from fiber as well.

3. Losing Weight While Detoxifying

By helping remove toxins, the mixture of beetroot and lemon juice also improves the body’s capacity to metabolize fat and lose weight.

The recipe

To prepare this delicious and very efficient recipe you will need:

  • Two beets, around medium in size, will do.
  • Two lemons
  • Honey (may be added for sweetness) + Water
  • Instructions:
  • Beets should be washed, peeled, and diced before use.
  • Get the lemon juice going.
  • Put the beetroot chunks, lemon juice, and water in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Combine and process until uniform.
  • Remove the pulp by straining the mixture.
  • To enhance the flavor, you can add honey.
  • Enjoy your delicious drink that will keep you healthy!

Some of the frequently asked questions regarding this mixture.

Is there anyone who shouldn’t drink this beet and lemon juice?

Although it’s perfectly safe to consume this drink, you can always check with your doctor if you experience any preexisting illnesses or sensitivities.

How often should I consume beetroot and lemon juice for optimal results?

For optimal results have a glass of this juice every day.

Can I make a batch of beetroot and lemon juice and save it?

For the best results, it’s advised to have this drink freshly prepared. If you are not able to do so, prepare it in advance and keep it in the fridge for 24 hours at most.

Do beetroots with lemon juice have any negative effects?

If you feel a little off when consuming this drink, try taking smaller doses at the beginning.

Can I use this juice as a meal replacement for weight loss?

This drink does help lose weight and is rich in vitamins and fiber but it shouldn’t be seen as a replacement for a well-balanced diet.

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