Mother's Day

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Ties that bind will make Mother’s Day one to remember

Each year’s second Sunday of May is a special day. It’s Mother’s Day, a time for family members to gather together to say our heartfelt “thank you” to our dear mothers.
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Even garden-variety military spouses inspire

I’ve always been a bit of a loner. This may seem to contradict my image as class clown, columnist and book author — but it’s true nonetheless, and it has affected me as a military spouse.
The Nunns with daughter Sabella and son Gideon. (Courtesy file photo)The Nunns with daughter Sabella and son Gideon. (Courtesy file photo)
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Mother's Day a chance to highlight care in the Military Health System

Mother’s Day is a special time for Army Maj. Olivia Nunn. For years, she and her husband tried to have a baby.
The Nunns with daughter Sabella and son Gideon. (Courtesy file photo)
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Mother's Day a chance to highlight care in the Military Health System

Mother’s Day is a special time for Army Maj. Olivia Nunn. For years, she and her husband tried to have a baby.
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Mothers celebrated around the world

Mother’s Day, or something like it, is observed throughout the world as a way to pay tribute to the women that gave birth to and raise us. Today, presenting flowers and cards to mothers is a near universal tradition.
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Speakin' Japanese: Mother’s Day chatter

Japanese celebrate Mother’s Day on second Sunday of May, just like Americans. So, this year on May 12 when you present your Mom’s with some flowers, card or other gifts, surprise her with a little Japanese. Happy Mother’s Day to all our loving and hardworking moms!
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VIDEO| Japanese comfort foods great cure if you're sick

If you do get sick in Japan, the good news is that there are many delicious foods to help you feel better in no time.
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Japanese seaweed: All about 6 of Japan’s most popular varieties!

As an island nation, Japan harvests numerous types of seaweed from all around the country, such as hijiki from the crevices of rocks by the sea, and kombu from the shallow waters off the coastline.
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Taste of Japan: Crispy pork cutlet with soft, scrumptious egg

Katsudon is a popular Japanese food made with deep-fried breaded pork cutlet, egg, and seasonings over rice.
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Strange Japanese foods foreigners in Japan love

Here are some foods that may appear strange to foreigners but are quite delicious and findable in Japan.
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Simple recipes for 4 easy Japanese rice dishes

In Japan, rice has a rich history which dates back over 2000 years. It’s a staple in many traditional dishes and has become an important part of Japanese food culture.
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VIDEO| Taste of Italy: Let's cook delicious pasta in the microwave

As far as cooking is concerned, I am all for cutting corners. But, when I learned that pasta could be cooked in the microwave, I had to take it with a grain of salt.