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The last of the firsts: Savoring the back-to-school years

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America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Angelina Farella – The first day of school symbolizes a child's independence and an annual milestone achievement. It can also be a nerve-wracking experience for parents. The first day of kindergarten and the first day leaving your kid at college are highly charged emotional days. School used to start after Labor Day in September, but in recent years it has been...

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