Jason Bateman, one of the best actors of today, and his big breakthrough on “Little House on the Prairie”

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Monica Pop
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It’s no secret that we all love watching Jason Bateman on the screen. He’s charming, talented, and looks like a modest guy, despite being a celebrity and very successful at what he’s doing.

Among the rest, Bateman has won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor- Television Series, for his impeccable performance as Michael Bluth on the television sitcom Arrested Development, and Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for Reparations.

However, many may not know that this actor’s career started when he was very young and played the role of James Cooper, an orphan boy adopted by the Ingalls family in Little House on the Prairie.

These iconic series that we all eagerly waited was a breakthrough for Bateman. Ever since, his acting career, and later his career as a director, has taken off. Today, he’s one of the most famous actors.

Bateman has been married to actress Amanda Anka since 2001 and they have two children.

During his teenage years, Bateman played in many shows, Silver Spoons, The Hogan Family and Teen Wolf Too.

Throughout his rich career, Bateman moved from playing mostly in sitcoms and comedies, to more serious works such as that of Ozark and The Outsider. Many agree that his shift from one genre to another was seamless and smooth, and that showed just once again how great Bateman truly is.

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7-year-old is left with a hole in his skull after a neighbor attacks him by hurling rocks at him

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What was supposed to be a fun day at his friend’s house turned into a tragedy for 7-year-old Gavin Ludwick and his family.

The sweet boy was getting back home when he got viciously attacked by one of his neighbors, a man named Daniel Poulsen, 32, from Desert Hot Springs, California. Out of the blue, Poulsen started throwing rocks at Gavin thus hurt his head after which the boy fell on the ground and was left lying there until another neighbor noticed him. Alturo Delgardo rushed Gavin to the hospital where doctors discovered a hole in his head.

They had no idea what the outcome of the attack would be but knew things didn’t look good for the sweet and innocent boy who was attacked for no reason.

When the boy’s mother, Wendy, learned that her son was at the hospital and was told of the severity of the injuries, her first thought was that he was hit by a car. However, after she discovered what truly happened, she couldn’t believe her ears. Why would someone the family barely knew would do such a horrific thing?

“When I first saw him I thought he had been hit by a car,” Wendy told Sun Online. “I was in shock, I thought ‘why have they not stopped.’ I haven’t been able to bring myself to watch the footage. When I found out about it I was shocked and mad.”

NBC Palm Spring reported that the criminal complaint filed by the prosecutors said “the boy was left comatose due to brain injury or to suffer paralysis of a permanent nature.”

“I couldn’t believe someone would do this to such a sweet little boy, he [Poulsen] doesn’t even know Gavin, they have never had any interaction,” Wendy said. “He is lucky to be alive. He could have easily killed him.”

Gavin was first taken to Desert Regional Medical Centre but was later transferred to Loma Linda University Medical Centre. The boy had undergone a surgery, but his road to recovery would be a long one. Doctors believe it would take at least three months until the swelling of his skull decreases before they perform additional surgeries.

“He can’t talk yet but he can make babbling sounds. He can sit up now but is still very weak,” Wendy said. “It’s very upsetting, sometimes I just fall apart when they are doing procedures on him and I have to walk away. I sat with him and told him, ‘momma is not going to leave you, momma is here.’ I don’t think he will remember anything that happened and I hope he doesn’t.”

After this sad story spread, many people prayed for sweet Gavin. A GoFundMe Page has been set up. It says, “He’s amazing, loving and kind momma, Wendy Ludwick, just lost her husband to cancer a few months ago. She is now raising her two children alone, on a school teacher’s salary. Y’all, she is the kindest and best of us. Definitely one of our better angels and Gavin did NOT deserve this,” the page said. “…Thankfully, the attack was caught on a neighbor’s security camera. However, little Gavin is fighting for his life now and his future is unknown.”

The wrongdoer has since been arrested. This, however, isn’t the first time that he had done something like this. In fact, Poulsen had been arrested 15 times before and those charges include burglary, committing lewd acts in public, battery, resisting arrest and annoying and/or molesting a child younger than 18, but he was always declared mentally unfit to go through trial. Doctors are currently evaluating his mental state.

We pray Gavin would be able to get to his old life back after he goes through the much needed surgeries.

Mother under influence of alcohol and drugs crashes car with five kids who were thrown out in the air, leading to their deaths

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The lives of five innocent children were ended in one of the most horrific tragedies that has ever taken place in Prince George’s County. The 33-year-old mother, Dominique Taylor, who was behind the wheels was the only survivor. Despite her own children, London and Paris Dixon, aged 5 and 8, Richelle Ricks, 6, Zion Beard, 14, and Damari Herland, 15, also lost their lives. 23-year-old Cornell Simon who was in the front seat succumbed to his injuries a few weeks after the accident.

The tragedy took place at 5 a.m. on Northbound Rt. 301, just south of Point Bridge Rd, when the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica went off the road, crashed into trees, and then spun across a field.

First responders and police officers believed the driver suffered some sort of medical emergency and that was the reason why she lost control over the SUV, but it was far from the truth. The mother was under influence of alcohol and drugs at the moment her two kids and three other were killed. This news shocked the whole country and let them wondering how could a mother be so irresponsible as to drive under influence and lead that many souls to death.

Investigation showed that none of the children had a seatbelt on. That added to the reason why their bodies were ejected from the car.

Members of the Bowie community came together to mourn the tragic loss.

“I remember going out to feed the homeless and the little girls were pitching, ‘what can I put in this, I want to do this, I want to help,'” said the grandfather of one of the vicstims, Robert Herald Sr. “They were the only two little girls who got up early in the morning to feed the homeless. What can you say of humanitarianism at a young age? They were always looking out to help other people. That’s how my family is and that’s how our family will stay,” he added.

Governor Hogan tweeted how saddened he and the whole country were because of this tragedy. He said he was praying for all involved, including the first responders.

The accident happened in February of 2019, and Dominique was sentenced to 18 years in prison in March of 2020 after she had been charged and found guilty of six counts of manslaughter and six counts of negligent homicide by motor vehicle or vessel under the influence of alcohol.

These little-known home hacks will help you avoid going to the dentist’s

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Monica Pop
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Visiting the dentist can be a terrifying experience for many. Sadly, it’s one that can’t really be avoided completely, but thanks to some smart hacks it can definitely be reduced to the minimum.

Now if you are struggling with tartar and you believe you do all in your power to keep your oral hygiene high but nothing works, than you may need to give these tips and tricks a go. They all require everyday items everyone is very likely to have in their home and won’t really cost you a lot.

1. Baking soda

The health benefits that come with using baking soda are numerous. This doesn’t only help you with your acid reflux, sunburns, and more, but it’s awesome when it comes to cleaning your teeth with it. On top of that, they would turn a lot whither.

2. Hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is another cheap alternative to teeth whitening. All you need to do to achieve the desirable effect is gargling diluted hydrogen peroxide consistently for a few months (once a day).

3. Apples

An apple a day keeps the dentist away. Not only these fruits are delicious, but they offer many health benefits, among which clean teeth and a nice breath. The fibrous nature of apples scrubs away the plaque from you teeth and helps keep them clean.

4. Oranges

Consuming oranges, which are high in vitamin C, can help you get rid of the bacteria in your mouth which eventually leads to healthier teeth.

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5. Aloe Vera

Here’s is an easy-to-make recipe involving Aloe Vera. Mix one teaspoon of Aloe Vera, four teaspoons of glycerin, 5 tablespoons of baking soda, lemon essential oil and a cup of water and use the mixture to scrub your teeth.

6. Vitamin C rich foods

Similar to oranges, tomatoes and strawberries can be used as a weapon to fight mouth bacteria. These foods are rich in antimicrobial properties. Except they are great to consume, you can apply their pulp directly on your teeth and leave it for about five minutes. Do this twice a week and you’ll notice the difference.

7. Spicy foods

If you are a fan of spicy food, it’s very likely you don’t struggle with tartar. Why? Because these foods generate heightened saliva production in your mouth which helps clean the teeth and the gums. In case you have been avoiding spicy food, maybe it’s time to reconsider your decision.

8. Anti-tartar toothpaste

Here’s an all natural recipe for a homemade pasta that can help you get rid of the tartar and get whiter teeth. Mix coconut oil, baking soda, stevia powder and olive oil – it’s as simple as that.

9. Carrots

Consuming carrots regularly will not only boost your health, but it will help your teeth get stronger.

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10. Almonds

The health benefits of almonds include lower blood sugar levels, reduced blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels. At the same time, their abrasive texture will do the role of an exfoliator for your teeth.

With these hacks you can avoid spending a bunch of money on cleaning your teeth at the dentist’s. Why not give them a go? Share this with your family and friends.

Woman finds perfect ornament for $2 in thrift shop, turns out it is urn with ashes

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Monica Pop
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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure they say, and the truth is that we can never know how valuable something that we no longer need can be to somebody else. Well, that is the reason why people do garage sales or shop at second-hand stores.

A woman named Priscilla Bailey of Massachusetts visited the local thrift shop hoping to get some Christmas accessories at a nice price. The thing is that she did find something quite cheap, yet truly special there; an ornament with markings that resembled angels or vikings. Anyway, Bailey believed this $2.99 piece was “really beautiful” and that it would fit her decorations just perfectly. On top of that, she loved the way it caught light where it was hanged.

After inspecting the blue ornament closely using a flashlight, Bailey realized there was something moving inside of it. “It’s small. The two spots in it are small, the size of a golf ball,” she said. 

When she found out the ornament was filled with a powdery substance, she realized it was in fact an urn with someone’s ashes.

And now, no matter how much she loves this unique ornament, she knows it belongs to someone else and is very valuable to them, so she’s doing her best to find the person it belongs to. She and her daughter shared the incredible story in hopes of returning it to its owner.

Who would have thought this woman would end up buying such incredible thing? Please share this story; it may help the urn get its way back home.

Parents forced to make a decision after they were told one of their quadruplets wasn’t developing like the rest

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Many times in life we face situations in which we have to make decisions. We may never know whether what we choose is good or bad at the moment, but we just follow our gut feeling and hope for the best. It is exactly what Ivanna and David Cardenas Gutierrez did when they were told something shocking about their unborn babies.

Namely, this couple was over the moon when they learned they were expecting a child. They did prepare for the new life that awaited them, but nothing could prepare them for the surprise the ultrasound revealed. They weren’t expecting one baby, but four.

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Although this came as a shock at first, the parents-to-be were looking forward to meeting their quadruplets.

However, when Ivanna was in the 27th week of the pregnancy, doctors told them some devastating news. One of the babies wasn’t getting enough oxygen so they were given a choice. Either let the pregnancy progress, which meant that one baby would likely die, or go through an emergency c-section and deliver all the four babies prematurely. That had it’s own risks as well, because it meant the little ones would had to spend some time at the hospital and their survival rate would be around 40%.

Ivanna and David didn’t hesitate before they decided to have the babies right away and do their best to save all of them.

Luckily, this decision was the best this couple has ever made. Their four miracles were delivered safely and they were all doing perfectly fine.

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Today, the quadruplets, Francesca, Sebastian, Julian, and Gabriel are six years old and they make their parents’ lives happy. Ivanna and David are glad they did the right thing and managed to save Gabriel’s life.

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We wish them a lot of happiness and a bunch of incredible moments in the years to come. What a beautiful family!

Nurse dresses prematurely born baby in a Superman cape, parents are left speechless by the thoughtful act

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Michelle Campbell and Chris Korres couldn’t wait for their first child to be born. To their surprise, the big arrival of sweet baby Benjamin happened two months before expected and that meant he had to spend some time in the hospital, at the neonatal unit.

The new parents were perfectly aware that premature babies may not develop at the same pace as babies born around their due date, but they weren’t really concerned as long as their son was doing perfectly fine.

Doctors were satisfied at the rate Benjamin developed and after two months under their care, he was finally ready to go home with his mom and dad who were eagerly waiting to hold him.

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A couple of days before he was discharged, Michelle and Chris went to check on their boy when they noticed something very unusual. Benjamin was dressed in a tiny superman cape with the letter B instead of an S. There was a note attached on the bed saying, “To our little superhero, all the love from Stephanie T”.

These parents were so deeply touched by this incredible gesture that they couldn’t contain tears of happiness from rolling down their faces. The only mystery around this gift was who was Stephanie.

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After they asked around, they learned that Stephanie was a nurse at a neonatal unit in charge of Benjamin and the rest of the premature babies. This devoted nurse has worked at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal for a year and during that short amount of time she changed the lives of many babies and parents by showing them how much she cared.

In fact, she had made around 100 capes for that many tiny superheroes.

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“It brings a smile to the parents’ faces in a time that’s not so good so it was really special for us to have gotten that,” Michelle told Metro.

Since then, Benjamin is home and is doing great. He truly is a superhero who is developing as though he wasn’t even born prematurely. He’s super cute and makes his mom and dad extremely happy.

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Stephanie is just another example of how important doctors, nurses, and all medical professionals are. They are always there to provide help and they often go above and beyond for the well-being of their patients.

Share this story if you support medical workers and are thankful for all they do.

9 habits to start today in order to prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s before it’s too late

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Living with Alzheimer or dementia isn’t just hard for the person suffering from it but for those around them as well. Seeing a loved one struggling to remember things clearly is simply heartbreaking and everyone who has a relative with either of these two conditions knows the pain all too well.

The good thing is that medicine is evolving with each passing day and we never know when the cure for some of the diseases and conditions of today will be found. One thing is certain, we should never lose hope.

Researchers and scientists believe these 9 habits can help us protect our brain from Alzheimer’s and dementia. Read all about it below.

1. Quit smoking 

Most of the people who enjoy smoking are aware of the negative consequences of this habit. Smoking doesn’t only affect the skin, but the brain as well. Researchers say that smokers run a 45 percent higher risk of getting Alzheimer’s compared to non-smokers.

2. Increase your vitamin B12 intake

Recent researches done at a medical institution in Finland speak of the correlation of Alzheimer’s and dementia and the deficiency of B12. That is one reason why you should start eating more food containing this important vitamin such as eggs, seafood, fish, and meat.

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3. Be more active

Exercising for at least half an hour a day can affect your health positively. Not only you’ll feel fresher and younger, but you’ll help decrease the chances of suffering from dementia. Exercise helps keep your brain in shape as well, not just your body.

4. Increase your Vitamin D intake

Over the years, more and more importance is given to the vitamin D. A study conducted in the US back in 2014 showed that the deficiency of this vitamin can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s by 125 percent.

If you want to increase your daily intake of this vitamin just spend more time on the sun. If that’s not an option, take some supplements.

5. Drink coffee

If you are one of those people who can’t imagine starting their day without a cup of coffee, than you are at the same time lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by 50 percent.

This drink plays the role of an antioxidant.

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6. Protect your head

Studies suggest that bad head injuries can later lead to developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. That is why make sure you keep your head safe at all times, especially when you’re riding a bike or motorcycle. Never do it without a helmet.

7. Minimize alcohol intake

If you drink alcohol every now and then remember that consuming too much of it can negatively affect the normal functioning of the brain thus lead to dementia or Alzheimer’s. Of course, you can always have a glass of wine as it is said to keep you healthy.

8. Brain exercises are great

Our brain should be stimulated at all times. In case you wonder how to do it, here’s a tip. Read a lot, or solve crosswords and Sudoku whenever possible. Learning new things make the brain put an extra effort in remembering them, so that boosts memory.

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9. Make sure to relax and rest!

Stress can cause dementia and no matter how hard it is to avoid stressful situations, do everything to do exactly that. Take rest often and make sure your brain and body get enough sleep.

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