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Bake A Cake
"When’s your next appointment?" she asked. "Tomorrow afternoon," I said. "Do you want to bring him something?" "No." "I want to bake him a kosher bunt cake." "No. Nothing you can make is kosher." "You could oversee it." "No." "You … Continue reading
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Forget the Apple a Day — Go See Dr. Saddler!
A reminder: Dr. Paulette Saddler (www.saddlermd.com) will transform your appearance. As I previously mentioned, she is a talented internist with a devoted group of staff and patients. She helps people look their very best, offering customized treatments that meet each … Continue reading
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The Doctor Is In — Dr. Paulette Saddler in Pasadena
Vanity is not my name; but good health is a mantra I truly endorse. If you value the latter but also have a thing for the former, then you must see Dr. Paulette Saddler in Pasadena. You can also visit … Continue reading
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Tagged appearance, appointment, dermatologist, good health, mantra, paulette, saddler, vanity
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Send Me a Custom Invitation . . . I’ll RSVP with Love
Last week my friend sent me an invitation for a party. The party sounds okay, but the invitation compelled me to respond: the embossed lettering, the cool colors, the fine paper, the impressive envelope — this thing looked gorgeous! I … Continue reading
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Tagged acquaintance, amp, appointment, carmody, colors, custom invitation, invitations, lettering, Love, paper goods
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Rabbi Steven Weil’s OU Appointment To Be Approved Next Week?
I hear that the Orthodox Union will confirm Rabbi Weil‘s appointment as executive vice-president (CEO) at its next Executive Meeting which takes place next week. OU president Steve Savitsky should pack the committee with supporters of the motion – and … Continue reading
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