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East Texas has a brand new option for fetal sonograms. Sono-Care of East Texas offers 2D/3D/4D sonograms. Here is what they offer!
Enjoy Our $79 Special
2D package, 10 minute session on DVD 6 still images / Gender determination (Redo's are not offered with this Special Offer)
2D ULTRASOUND PACKAGE $120:
This package includes a 20 minute Ultrasound session in 2D with A Sneak -a- peek in 4D. 20 minute DVD video, CD with 10-25
high resolution, 2 images suitable for printing and emailing to family and friends. 6-8 still images. Gender determination upon request.
Deluxe 3D / 4D MAGING PACKAGE $185
20 minute 3D, 4D Ultrasound DVD video. CD with 15-25 high resolution combined with still 3D images and 4D motion segments with suitable printing and
Emailing to family and friends. 6-8 Black and White "thermal images" Gender determination upon request.
Premier Plus (2visit )Package $275
With our Premier Plus package, you will receive two Ultrasounds. The first 2D will take place between the 17 and 24 week of pregnancy. The second appointments will be placed between28 and 36. One 30 minute 4D DVD video CD with 15-25 high resolution 3D still images, and 4D live motion segments with suitable printing and emailing to family and friends. One 4D video segments as video files for viewing on computer or over the internet 6-8 still images Gender determination upon request. Plus the full 2D package performed between 17 and 24 weeks
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Sono-Care of East Texas offers 3D/4D Fetal Sonograms
Saturday, February 7, 2009
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Thursday, September 4, 2008
Social Networking Online: Is it Safe?
(ARA) –
With literally millions of people using social networking sites on the Internet, don’t be surprised if you find your coworker on MySpace or even your grandma on Facebook. Social networking isn't just for teens, and adults are joining virtual communities in increasing numbers. If the concept still seems a bit foreign to you, don’t worry. Here are some tips to get you started and help ensure you stay safe in the fast-paced world of Internet social networking.
MySpace and Facebook are two of the most popular social networking sites where users set up a profile about themselves and connect to friends to share interests, photos, etc.
Blogs, short for web logs, are personal journals that users post online. Think of them as a public diary that is updated regularly, often daily. Blogs cover just about anything: politics, culture, or whatever's on the mind of the author.
“Internet social networking or blogging can be a really great thing,” says Sue LaChance Porter, vice president of EarthLink, an award winning Internet service provider. “People can stay in touch, connect with friends and share their interests. But they also need to be cautious and protect their identity.”
LaChance Porter offers these tips when using an Internet social network:
1) Read the privacy policy first.
Review a site’s privacy policy and their frequently asked questions section so you can understand the features and privacy controls offered to users. Review different sites before deciding which one to join.
2) Understand who can access your page.
Some sites have options to restrict who can access your page, allowing you to keep your posted information public, private or restricted to a certain group of people. “Consider keeping your page private so strangers can’t openly access your information,” suggest LaChance Porter.
3) Use anonymous e-mail addresses.
As a precaution, you should consider using different e-mail addresses when setting up social networking accounts. As part of its security offerings, EarthLink offers users up to eight different e-mail addresses that interconnect so you can keep your information private and limit spam.
4) Don’t give out personal data.
Never post personal information on your page, such as your Social Security number, address, bank accounts, etc. Many social networking sites are not encrypted. That means when you give someone personal information, such as your phone number, it can be taken and used by unwanted sources, even if communicated via e-mail or posts.
5) Use strong passwords.
Smart social networkers will always use strong passwords, meaning passwords that contain both letters and numbers and aren’t immediately associated with the person’s identity. That means don’t use your daughter’s name or your birth date as your password. LaChance Porter advises, “Try to keep passwords to five characters or more and change monthly to avoid password phishing -- when outside sources steal your password and then post messages under your persona.”
6) Pick a good user name.
Ever wonder why you see someone’s user name as FlowerPower123 or Julias1880? It’s because having a pseudo name helps protect your identity. Using your first and last name as your user name might make sense, but it’s best to keep this information private.
7) Keep your computer protected.
It’s a good idea to make sure your computer has anti-virus and anti-spyware features that help protect it from unwanted spam, viruses and other privacy breaches. Check with your Internet service provider to see what features they offer. For example, EarthLink’s Protection Control Center guards against dangerous online viruses, blocks spam, helps stop hackers and keeps you and your family safe while surfing the Web.
8) Post only what you want others to see.
Many people can potentially see your page, even if you have privacy settings. That means that not-so-subtle picture of you could be seen by future employers, colleagues or even the police. Any information or images you share could be seen by more people than you are comfortable with. Be absolutely sure before posting because even if you delete it later, older versions may still exist on other people’s computers and your information could still circulate online.
“When online, trust your instincts,” says LaChance Porter. “If you’re not sure, it’s best to wait. You can always add information and photos later, but once images and data are floating around the Internet, you can’t get them back.”
For more information visit www.earthlink.net.
Courtesy of ARAcontent
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Quick and Easy Meals on a Back-to-School Schedule
(ARA) - The start of a new school year means increasingly busy days are here. When your schedule suddenly fills with juggling work, soccer practice, PTA and carpool, the urge to grab dinner on the fly becomes more and more enticing. A few easy tips will help you get simple, delicious and healthy homemade meals on the table in no time.
Plan Ahead.
Devote one afternoon to prep for the week’s meals. Chopping and slicing ahead of time will allow you to quickly grab what you need to cook weekday meals. Trimming the minutes it usually takes to have that delicious meal on the table will leave you feeling less hurried at dinnertime.
Create Homemade Frozen Dinners.
Instead of reaching into the freezer for another expensive, prepackaged processed meal, double your favorite healthy recipes, separate into individual portions and freeze for serving later in the week. The Reynolds Handi-Vac Vacuum Food Storage System is a handheld vacuum sealer that virtually eliminates freezer burn, making it easy to store your homemade frozen dinners. This makes for a less expensive and healthier alternative when dinnertime is tight. These good-for-you meals on the go are also perfect as an easy lunch to take to work.
Satisfy Picky Eaters.
In the mood to try that great recipe from the neighbor, but worried your picky eater won’t touch the spicy red curry? Freeze your family’s favorite dishes in individual portions -- that way you are always armed with a Plan B if the hard to please eaters won’t bite on your occasional culinary adventure.
Let Kids Help.
Packing school lunches can be a time-consuming task during the busy morning rush. Measuring snack items like pretzels, nuts and cookies into single servings ahead of time shaves valuable minutes off lunch-packing prep. Reynolds Handi-Vac is easy to use, so kids can pack and seal their own lunchtime treats. With the lunch snacks already packaged to go, kids can have fun deciding what goes in their lunch.
Enjoy Mom’s Night Off!
Make sure your family isn’t missing out on a healthy and delicious meal because you’re taking a night off from the kitchen. A ready supply of individual meals that can be reheated and are ready to eat at any time will keep your family out of the drive-thru.
Courtesy of ARAcontent
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Faulkner Park Sprayground
Faulkner Park Sprayground opens for season
April 27, 2008
Need a way to cool off? The City of Tyler Parks and Recreation Department has announced the opening of the Faulkner Park Sprayground for the warm-weather season.
The sprayground is located at 410 West Cumberland Road and will be open daily, through the warm season, from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. There is no cost to come and enjoy the spraygound.
The spraygound was originally opened in August 2007 and contains ten splash features including overhead tumble buckets and ground geysers which are motion-activated. Sensors present in the sprayground sense activity and will shut off when it is not in use and switch on once activity resumes.
“The sprayground was a great addition to the Tyler Park system,” said Parks and Recreation Manager John Webb. “We had a great response to the amenity last year and look forward to an even longer season this year.”
Friday, May 2, 2008
Safety is Priority at Discovery Science Place
Yes, there was a tornado in town. How do local businesses react and keep their patrons safe? Better yet, how do you keep 80+ elementary students, their teachers and chaperoning parents feeling safe and calm during a severe weather storm? The new Executive Director of Discovery Science Place, Michael Shanklin had an answer.
During the recent tornado alert in downtown Tyler, the local hands-on family science center faced the challenge of providing safety to visiting patrons to the museum. Keeping everyone in line and orderly, Shanklin gathered all visitors to the museum into the interior area – Discovery Classroom. Then, using all his best “science magic” knowledge, he performed an impromptu, on-stage act conducting experiments with household products like paper cups, water and a few Alka-Seltzer tablets. “There is nothing more important to Discovery Science Place than insuring our guests are safe and have a meaningful time no matter what the circumstance,” explained Shanklin. “We saw 80+ students in a classroom and took the opportunity to teach them that science is fun and all around us. Our job is to spark the natural curiosity we all have and inspire learners of all ages to learn and have fun.” The Discovery Science Place is a non-profit, hands-on learning environment whose purpose is to open young minds to science, technology, math and cultures in order to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Located at 308 N. Broadway in downtown Tyler, it is supported by grants, donations, admissions, memberships and special events. For more information about Discovery Science Place, call (903) 533-8011 or visit the website at http://www.discoveryscienceplace.org/.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Letterboxing
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Letterboxing is our family's newest passion. We discovered our first one this past week while on Spring Break at Tyler State Park. It is awesome and my 13 and 10 year old boys loved it!! Basically it is a treasure hunt with easy enough directions, which teaches mapping and following directions, and also encourages the family to work together. You can look up any location in the U.S. and see if there are Letterboxes near you. There are about 16 letterboxes right here in Tyler! Then, you follow the directions and take a stamp pad and your "family" stamp and a book. When you find it, you mark your book and the book in the box and you can keep track of everywhere you have travelled. The website is www.letterboxing.org Check it out, and happy hunting!!!
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Discovery Science Place - Family Fun While Learning!
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The Discovery Science Place in Tyler, TX will be starting a new exhibit in September 2007. It is called "Weather Watchers" and will feature hands on activities related to weather events and prediction. The will be a tornado machine, a cloud machine, a weather station and much more. This exhibit will be available to members and visitors to the permanent exhibits for one year. Schedule your group tours too!
Group rates are available (groups of 14 or more).
Discovery Science Place 308 N. Broadway Ave. Tyler, Texas 75702 (903) 533-8011
(800) 218-8073 (outside of area)
