I loved your story. Thanks for sharing. Now I need to try and find the show so I can watch it too!
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11-25-2019
01:27 PM
11-25-2019
01:27 PM
Some Thanksgivings are more memorable than others. I remember my first time preparing the feast. My mom said that if I was going to put stuffing inside the turkey, it needed to be removed immediately or my guests could get food poisoning. Yikes! It was at that moment, I decided I would never put stuffing inside the turkey. Before you strut your stuff(ing), here are some important Thanksgiving tips.
1) Keep an eye on the kitchen
Thanksgiving is a peak day for home cooking fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are four times as many fires on Thanksgiving than on a typical day. When boiling or baking, do not walk away from the kitchen for long periods of time. Use back burners when young children are present, turn pot handles in, and enforce a kid and pet-free zone of at least three feet from the stove or oven.
2) Food poisoning
One of the biggest contributors to food poisoning is improper handling of raw meat, or undercooked meat being exposed to already cooked food. After you feast, refrigerate leftovers promptly—no more than two hours after food has been served. Leftovers are most safely eaten within three days or should be moved to the freezer.
3) Protect your pets
While your family enjoys a special meal, give your furry friends a small feast of their own. Offer them made-for-pets treats. Alternatively, stuff their usual dinner perhaps with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables, and dribbles of gravy.
4) Travel safely
The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel times of the year. It is best to plan travel outside of the heaviest days to avoid congestion the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Sunday afterward. No matter when you leave or how you plan to get there, leave plenty of time, and drive carefully if you decide not to fly.
Southwest Airlines wishes you and yours a happy and healthy Thanksgiving—gobble til you wobble!
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I love when the temperature starts to drop. For me it means pumpkin spice everything, football, and my favorite sweatshirt. However, if you live in a cold weather region, then you may not share my same enthusiasm. That said, no matter where you call home, “Old Man Winter” may stop in for an unexpected visit and it is time to get prepared.
Stay Warm and Look Cool
In cold temperatures, your body loses heat faster than it can be produced, which can lead to serious health problems. It is important to wear several layers of loose clothing, which provides better insulation in colder climates. Layers should include:
A base layer is the layer closest to your skin and should act as a constant ‘second skin’ throughout your day. Base layers provide a layer of warmth while absorbing and evaporating your sweat to keep you feeling warm and comfortable.
An insulating layer, such as a fleece pullover or jacket, will trap the heat and keep you warm.
An outer shell layer protects you from the elements such as wind, rain, and snow.
Avoid Hypothermia
Prolonged exposure to the cold eventually uses up your body’s stored energy, which can lead to a serious medical condition called hypothermia. Signs and symptoms of hypothermia may include shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling hands, memory loss, slurred speech, and drowsiness. If you suspect someone is suffering from hypothermia, it is important to call 9-1-1 and move the victim to a warm/dry area, remove any wet clothing, and place warm bottles in the armpits, beside the chest, and groin.
How the Frost Bites
Frostbite is an injury that causes a loss of feeling and color in the affected areas. It most often affects the nose, ears, cheeks, chin, fingers, or toes. By wearing proper clothing such as a hat, mask that covers the face and mouth, gloves, and water-resistant footwear, you can decrease your chances of getting frostbite. If you suspect that you may have frostbite:
Remove the wet clothing and replace with dry clothes, taking extra care not to rub the affected area.
Do not try to rewarm the area before getting medical help.
Loosely cover and protect the area from further contact or exposure to the elements.
Before “Old Man Winter” visits your town, take a few simple, preventative steps to keep yourself healthy all season long.
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05-27-2011
01:30 PM
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Caroline - I volunteer with you on many different levels and never understood the how it all came to be. Thank you for sharing - we are all glad to be Southwest Airlines!
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