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Leonie von Zesch: More Than Just a Pretty Smile

I can not fathom what it would be like to put my fingers in peoples’ mouths all day long searching for cavities and other dental problems. That career takes a combination of professionalism, dedication, and compassion. Before 1900, almost all … Continue reading

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Harriet Pullen Who Answered the Call of the Wild by Linda Harris Sittig

What I have learned from the 90+ women I have researched for this blog, is that all of them faced adversity, and striving to overcome the obstacles is what forged them into becoming strong women. Harriet Pullen is no exception. … Continue reading

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