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Spiked Horchata

Spiked horchata: A refreshing drink, perfect for an Easter Sunday brunch. Go the extra mile by serving with a cinnamon stick, but be warned: cinnamon sticks are actually kind of costly, so maybe a cute straw, but sprinkle some cinnamon on top at least.

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Part I: Too Much Sex in YA Lit?

According to a recent study, “Real Girls, Real Pressure: A National Report on the State of Self-Esteem,” researchers found that 75% of  young women between the ages of 8-17 feel as if they do not “measure up” and view sex as a means to increase their value.

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