February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

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Controversy, Featured, Relationships, The Water Cooler · December 29, 2010

Are You Mad Because They Took Your Christmas Gift Back to the Store?


I have always lived by the adage that it’s the thought that counts when someone gives you a gift. But even when we have the best intentions, we may give a gift to someone that isn’t as well loved as we would like. So the question begs, would you rather the recipient return it to get something they truly want OR suffer with the gift that you purchased for them (that they obviously don’t want)?

There are a few people that I know who actually got furious this year because they found out that the recipient took their gift back to the store and exchanged it for something else. In one of the instances, they exchanged it for the same item, just a different color.

I didn’t think there was a problem with that but apparently they did.

I, for one, think it is okay for a gift recipient to return a gift for something else they would like. Even when we think we have found the perfect gift for someone, if there is something else they would enjoy more, I want them to be happy.

Amazon. com is also making it easier for gift recipients. When a gift is purchased, Amazon can email you and give you the heads up on what the gift is. You can choose to select a gift card in the amount of the gift if you do not want what was selected for you and the giver doesn’t even have to know.

Is this cool?

Or is it buzzkill for gift giving?

Amazon says it makes it better for everyone since there are major costs to shipping back unwanted items and shipping out a new item. Reboxing items takes time and manpower, costs which they have to pass along to us the consumer. This new “system” could cut down on the return process and lower the price for items on their website.

Sounds good but still—it’s kinda mechanical if you ask me. And Miss Manners isn’t so happy about Amazon’s new approach to gift giving.

Being as how a gift is something that is supposed to come from the heart, knowing what the gift is before it is being sent and having the option of getting a gift card instead is a little unsettling to me.

So here’s a recap: taking a gift back to exchange it for another one? Yes. Pre-emptive gift giving that takes out fun of giving a present? No.

Modern technology doesn’t always trump human nature. But then again, what do I know?


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  1. afreshmusic says

    December 30, 2010 at 6:09 am

    You better take what I give you. I guess it depends on the person but I think I would be a little offended if someone to my gift back. Unless of course it was my mom. I would still say ouch but she’s just a extremely hard person to shop for.

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  2. MrsTDJ says

    December 30, 2010 at 9:58 am

    I don’t object at all. A gift is no longer mine once I select it and pay for it. The recipient can do with it what they choose – exchange it for a gift card, re-gift it, or stuff it a closet for eternity. I hope that I select gifts that don’t meet an unfortunate fate, but who’s to say? Ultimately, if I cared enough to get you a gift, I hope that you’ll like it and/or benefit from it. If you don’t, feel free to make adjustments and do what you need to do.

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February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
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