Red Cross appeals for winter blood donations and lists local drives
The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood or platelets this winter to ensure ongoing patient care. Type O donors are especially needed. Special thank you gifts run through Jan 5, with Vital details for scheduling via app, RedCrossBlood.org, or 1-800-733-2767. Upcoming drives listed in Allegan and Holland areas across January.
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Almanac Weather and Sea Forecast Snapshot
Almanac reports today’s precipitation 10 percent, December to date 1.36 inches, year to date 44.62 inches. Snow forecast six inches, month to date 8.4 inches, year to date 78.9 inches. Temperature southeast winds 15 knots, mostly cloudy. Tonight south winds 15 to 20 knots, waves 1 to 3 feet rising to 2 to 4 feet after midnight.
Gift imbalance at Christmas reveals co parenting values
A divorced mother asks how to teach her 12 year old son James about giving to relatives during Christmas visits. James often returns with gifts but no contributions from his father T. The columnist suggests involving James in planning affordable gifts, contributing to purchase costs, and reinforcing values by example. The piece also notes a separate reader question about gender neutral pronouns and asserts usage.
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