Top Must-See Classic Movies of All Time

By Mrs. G.

I am an avid movie watcher.  I have to say that I still mourn the closing of our last neighborhood video store.  To me, there was nothing better than browsing the video store shelves, finding those hidden treasures and happily heading home for a night of story-telling.  It seems today, cable channels and red rental boxes only offer the most popular choices, and I find it frustrating how hard it is to find those hidden gems.  Here, I share with you a list of classic hidden gems that are must-see!

#1 - Casablanca

This beloved 1942 romance stars Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.

#2 - The Shawshank Redemption

This life-affirming story stars Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman as two jailed prisoners who strike up a friendship.

#3 - The Godfather

Francis Ford Coppola’s operatic Mafia series stars Marlon Brando and Al Pacino.

#4 - Gone With the Wind

This 1939 star-studded Civil War movie finds Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh entangled in a fiery love affair.

#5 - Star Wars

George Lucas’ fantastical space trilogy broke big technological ground.

#6 - Schindler’s List

A Spielberg masterpiece, this wrenching drama about Nazi Germany stars Liam Neeson and is based on true events.

#7 - It’s a Wonderful Life

James Stewart plays a stricken average Joe whose life is saved by an angel.  A holiday must-watch.

#8 - Rear Window

Alfred Hitchcock’s triumph staring James Stewart and Grace Kelly in a nail-biting thriller.

#9 - Citizen Kane

Orson Welles’ starred in and directed this fictional biopic.

#10 - The Wizard of Oz

A timeless 1939 musical that starred Judy Garland and some of the most beloved songs in America.

#11 - To Kill a Mockingbird

This 1962 coming-of-age picture starred Gregory Peck.

#12 - Psycho

Possibly the most influential thriller ever made about a psychotic mama’s boy.

Honorable Mentions:

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

Vertigo

Pulp Fiction

North by Northwest

Jaws

Taxi Driver

Apocalypse Now

2001: A Space Odyssey

Singin’ in the Rain

ET - The Extra Terrestrial

Lawrence of Arabia

The Grapes of Wrath

What is your favorite movie?

Source:http://movies.amctv.com/movie-guide/tim-dirks-top-100/

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[Code Happy] App for Nurses!

 

 

What is the Code Happy App?

The ALL NEW Code Happy is now available on Google Play and on all iPhone and iPad devices. We’ll send you an alert when our all new app is ready for download!
The Code Happy App is your community where you can call for support and send support with messages and animated “Happygrams.”
BUILD YOUR SUPPORT CIRCLE
The main screen of Code Happy shows floating bubbles representing nurses who have called for support in the past 24 hours. The small bubbles are nurses you may not yet know…the larger bubbles represent nurses you have added to your support circle. You can create your support circle by adding like-minded nurses or even find nurses who work in the same facility as you so you can trade shifts via the Code Happy App. (TIP! Tap on the bubble to flip it and read more about that nurse!)

INVITE, FRIEND, REPEAT

 
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The members of your support circle get an alert when you’re in need of support! Your bubble will also appear on everyone’s screens with your Code, and nurses will be able to send you a message of support called “Happygrams.” (TIP: You can control your notifications and Happygram messages through your settings on Code Happy…there are all sorts of way to protect your privacy. Privacy and notification options are easily accessible through the menu screen.)
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Eight Most Common Food Allergens

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires food manufacturers to list the eight most common ingredients that trigger food allergies. Those eight top allergens together comprise 90% of all allergic food reactions, so naturally, they get the most attention.

For some, the worst thing that happens when they eat is a wicked case of heartburn. But for others, eating the wrong thing can lead to hives, swelling, vomiting and even death!

The top eight food allergens are:
Milk
Eggs
Peanuts
Tree Nuts
(almonds, cashews, walnuts)
Fish
(bass, cod, flounder)
Shellfish
(crab, lobster, shrimp)
Soy
Wheat

Domestic or imported food is required to have a label that lists whether the product contains the top eight allergens as a primary ingredient, or in any flavorings or other additives. Fresh produce, meat and highly refined oils don't require listings on labels.

The kicker to food labeling laws is that manufacturers aren't required to include warnings about food allergens accidentally introduced during manufacturing or packaging (cross contamination). This can cause trouble for those that are very sensitive to food allergens.

Although gluten intolerance is different than a food allergy, it can cause serious reactions. Gluten is a protein that occurs in grains such as wheat, barley and rye and causes serious health problems in people who have celiac disease, a chronic digestive disorder.

The FDA is working to establish clearer guidelines for food labels, but since “gluten-free” and “possible cross contamination” labels are currently voluntary, its up to the manufacturer to include warnings. It’s always a good idea to double check labels or contact manufacturers when in doubt.

Also, there is a difference between food allergies and food intolerance. If you have a food allergy, even a tiny amount of the offending food can cause an immediate, severe reaction. Nausea, vomiting, cramping and diarrhea, tingling mouth, hives, swelling and anaphylaxis which can cause trouble breathing. Food intolerance generally comes on gradually and doesn't involve an immune system reaction.

If you have a reaction after eating a particular food, see your doctor to determine whether you have a food intolerance or a food allergy. If you have a food allergy, you may be at risk of a life-threatening reaction - even if past reactions have been mild.

Source: www.mayoclinic.com; www.fda.com