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Melanie Avery is a licensed
clinical psychologist with experience treating anxiety and substance use disorders. She is a proud graduate of Morgan State University and the University of South Carolina, and she completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Salem VA Medical Center before joining the staff at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veteran's Affairs Medical Center. At Dominion Behavioral Healthcare, Dr. Avery provides children and adults with individual therapy and assessment services, fostering healthy development and treatment progress in a safe, warm, and validating environment. She is especially passionate about addressing mental health issues among minority populations, encouraging positive youth development, and supporting adult resilience and well-being.
Looking to add a pop of color to your home without the hassle of
fresh flowers that eventually die? These super easy DIY yarn flowers are the perfect solution. With just a few simple tools like pipe cleaners, yarn, and a fork, you can create a gorgeous bouquet that will endure forever. The step-by-step instructions with photos make it a breeze to follow along. These colorful yarn flowers are a unique and entertaining activity that's perfect to work on with young children. Ditch the fussy fresh flowers and go for these adorable DIY yarn blooms that can brighten up any place in your home. They also don't ever need to be watered or wilt!
Australian
actor and acrobat Daniel Crispin is a principal character in Cirque du Soleil's "Toruk - The First Flight" show, which draws inspiration from the movie Avatar. Crispin plays an Entu, one of the first inhabitants of Pandora, and getting into character requires a lot of time and effort—his makeup alone can take 45 minutes to two hours. Because he is a principal performer, he must be totally absorbed in his role, even refraining from speaking English to avoid interfering with the performance. Crispin's degree in circus arts was motivated by his lifelong passion for physical activities, such as martial arts, dance, and circus arts. He now pursues professional acting, coaching, and outreach in marginalized communities, highlighting the growing viability of non-traditional career paths.