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Story by Jeff Lilly | Photos by Bernie Laframboise

It was a nippy night in late March when I marched into the Bizarre Bazaar. Not the opening line of a short story or a movie pitch, but a fun evening for a deadly serious cause.

The Michigan AIDS Coalition held its second annual Bizarre Bazaar at the Twist Night Club on March 26, a silent auction of goodies donated by individ- uals, stores, and organizations to raise money to continue their important mission. Artwork, framed posters, jewelry, home accents, furniture, and other items were on display. One end of the room was taken up by a selection of clothing and cards from Just4Us, our own dearly departed Kevin Rogers, still helping a good cause from the other side.

I spoke first with Terry Ryan, CEO of the Michigan AIDS Coalition. He quickly gave me the title of this piece, and told me it was the most important thing to remember.

“AIDS is not over! You don’t see AIDS covered much on the news anymore.” AIDS began as a terrifying and unknown killer. Once its transmission and risk factors were understood, and the fear began to be replaced with practical suggestions, there was a tremendous drop in new AIDS cases. Combine that with advances in anti-retrovi- ral drugs, and today AIDS is now seen as merely another chronic, manageable disease.

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Almost. “Younger people need to know the risks.” Terry says. He fears an upswing in new cases due to lack of education. The same rules still apply; always wear protection when having sex. Don’t share needles.

MAC serves the most vulnerable populations, high-risk populations in poorer areas who generally lack good health care coverage. MAC sends trained outreach teams into bars and, with assistance of the management, provides a safe, anonymous area where people can be voluntarily tested. The staff circulate, chatting casually and letting people know they can be tested. The reaction is generally positive, Terry says, and the testing is simple. A quick finger prick is all that’s needed to test for AIDS. This year, MAC has expanded their testing to include other STDs like gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia as well.

I next spoke with our mayor, Dave Coulter. Mayor Coulter was affiliated with the Michigan AIDS Fund, which in 2009 merged with the Midwest AIDS Pre- vention Project to form the current Michigan AIDS Coalition.

“I have a passion for HIV prevention.” the Mayor explained. He echoed Terry Ryan’s sentiments, saying “There are a lot of young people now who don’t know anyone who’s died of AIDS. We have to keep awareness alive, at a time when people think the crisis is over.”

If some happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat emasculation and other states united to erectile disfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What people talk about “viagra stories“? The most vital aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile disfunction can be the symptom a strong soundness problem such as heart trouble. Causes of sexual malfunction turn on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a status called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk.

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Column & Photo By Becky Hammond

FERNDALE’S GREENEST SPOT: There is a list of reasons that Ferndale’s Library is our top local green spot, besides that conspicuous roof. The Oakland Press ran a story last month about the library’s United States Green Building Council award recognizing the building’s silver- level ranking, listing LED lights, awnings, reflective roof materials, geothermal heating and cooling, watering the grounds with collected rain water, energy-efficient glass, and CO2 sensors that automatically open vents as green features.

But libraries in general have always been green. When we share materials we reduce amount of resources used, and libraries provide a great deal of information for green and local living, as well. A walk through the Ferndale library last Saturday revealed an impressive variety. Michigan guidebooks are shelved in the 917s (local travel is green travel) and include guides to hiking, canoeing, scenic drives, and breweries. Look under 632 for gardening books, including natural pest control. Natural health is shelved under 615-616. Between 796 and 799 I saw books on urban biking, and hiking and fishing how- tos. Books like the Eco-Living Handbook and Cradle to Cradle are under 333. There are even books on outdoor and handcrafted weddings (395).

The DVD collection has crafts like knitting, and acclaimed series like Planet Earth and Blue Planet. The magazine section has Mother Earth News, and some indirectly- green offerings, like bicycling (as long as you don’t fly to bike), Vegetarian Times, local travel resources like Midwest Living and Lake Superior, and Utne, which always has something related to the environment.

Bikes and Helmets Department: According to NPR, California is considering a bill making bike helmets mandatory for adults. 21 states and DC have helmet laws, usually for

riders under 16. There are 49 local ordinances nationwide, including two in Michigan, in our Metroparks and in the town of Starkville. NPR mentioned that 91% of cyclists killed in accidents were not wearing helmets. No doubt helmet laws save lives. Yet Michigan repealed our motorcycle helmet law in 2012. Only a fourth of Michigan motorcyclists ride helmet- less, but they accounted for nearly half the deaths in 2013.

Ferndale is a bike-friendly city, with lanes, an abundance of downtown racks, and our Downtown Ferndale Bike Shop. Would we ever join Starkville in making helmets mandatory for adults? When we do all get our bikes out, we’ll be dodging plenty of potholes. Our bad roads and the weird inability of Lansing to just deal with funding road repair remains a puzzle.

Backyard Habitat News: Gardening is the only American hobby more popular than feeding birds, and we Americans spend, according to Wikipedia, over

$3 billion a year on feeders and seed. With the ongoing concern over rats, maybe relocating feeders could help. High places like balconies could be used as feeding stations to keep the inevitable spilling of seeds off the ground. I’m putting seeds in shallow dishes for ground feeders like cardinals and juncos and bringing them in at night. Apparently trays are available that hang beneath feeders to catch falling seed (and the seed that some birds seem to enjoy flinging). I notice a steady decline in number of birds at my feeders the last few years and it worries me. Hawks will clear the yard instantly, but hawks are not around every day; they patrol different spots in the hood. Anyone else notice less birds? By the way, if we poison the rats, we poison their predators.

Seed Department: Western Market has organic seeds for sale, both vegetables and herbs. They have heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, and some favorite hybrids like Roma tomatoes.

Warming: NASA says 2014 was the warmest year on record. Climate Central in New Jersey states that 13 of the 15 warmest months occurred since 2000, and the odds of that happening without man-made greenhouse gasses are less than 1 in 27 million.

Although Michigan had what I personally considered to be a wonderful winter, NOAA has declared the winter of 2014-15 as the warmest on record. And Don Wuebbles, a professor at the University of Illinois, points out that 2014 being the warmest on record is surprising given that it was not an El Nino year. Sobering news about a change happening faster than expected.

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Becky Hammond still thinks Michigan is a great work of art. She hopes that this remains kind of a secret, though.

If something happened with our heartiness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states coupled to erectile disfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What humanity talk about “viagra stories“? The most substantial aspect you have to look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile malfunction can be the symptom a strong health problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual malfunction include injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this treatment passes into breast milk.

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Check out our calendar of events so you don’t miss a thing this spring!

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If something happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a preparation. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states connected to erectile malfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What men talk about “viagra stories“? The most vital aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile dysfunction can be the symptom a strong soundness problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual dysfunction turn on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk.

NICHOLAS SCHROCK, THE AGENCY OWNER OF ALLSTATE INSURANCE in Ferndale, has been brainstorming some innovative new financial solutions for LGBT clients. On Wednesday, May 13 2015, Schrock and his colleague David Smith will be hosting a free presentation in the main Community Room at the Ferndale Public Library. The presentation will run from 6:00 P.M. – 7.30 P.M., and will specifically outline life insurance and investment/retirement plans for the LGBT population. Registration is open to both residents and non-residents of Ferndale alike (see details on registering and the presentation schedule below).

Schrock has been offering his financial expertise in Ferndale since 2011, and he anticipates hosting LGBT-oriented presentations at least every six months. Smith, who is also with Allstate, has been a financial planner since 2004. The combined powerhouse of knowledge available at the upcoming event is certainly impressive.

Schrock and Smith recognize that the needs of the LGBT population, as a whole, are unique. In particular, Schrock explained, many companies do not recognize an LGBT partnership in the same way as a marriage. Therefore, funds are often not transferred to partners correctly.

Fortunately, there are some great new plans available which protect LGBT partnerships from being negatively affected financially. An overview of all these types of plans will be covered during the presentation, in addition to free reviews of your existing plans (brokers usually charge extra for this service).

Schrock and Smith will also provide complimentary guidebooks/organizers to help attendees keep track of their important facts and contacts.

The evening will begin with light refreshments at 6:00 P.M., followed by the main presentation (including questions from the audience) from 6:30- 7:30. P.M.

This an event you can’t afford to miss! Seats are already filling quickly for this highly educational event. Reservations can be made via phone at the main office line: (248) 547.4010, or by emailing Schrock directly: nschrock@allstate.com. (Walk-ins are also welcome until room is at capacity.)

Nick Schrock & Associates LLC 248-547-4010 23225 Woodward, Ferndale nschrock@all-state.com

If some happened with our health, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotency and other states connected to erectile disfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What folk talk about “viagra stories“? The most essential aspect you have to look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile disfunction can be the symptom a strong heartiness problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual malfunction include injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.

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The controversial 3-60 Proposal is dead for now. At the City Council Meeting on March 9, Council members decided not to extend exclusive talks with developer Jake Sigal, effectively nixing the plan.

The 3-60 Proposal would have seen the construction of multi- story developments on Withington and West Troy, including parking garages, residential units, and office space. Proponents saw the project as a way to alleviate parking concerns and breathe new life and investment into downtown Ferndale. Opponents, including many existing businesses on 9 Mile, feared negative impacts like snarled traffic, enormous cost, skyrocketing rents, and a massive facade out of character with Ferndale’s image.

Mayor Dave Coulter spoke with Ferndale Friends about the decision. “The 3-60 proposal addressed many of the goals the city had identified for years, including more parking but also increasing the amount of people that live and work downtown to better support retail. But Council was also determined that any development of this nature needed public input, and it had to fit the unique character of our city. The goals are still relevant to the future success of downtown, so we’ll take what we’ve heard and learned as we work with businesses, the DDA, residents and others on how to solve these issues.”

Council members had similar sentiments, and it was noted that parking problems around downtown remain unaddressed. As of press time, there’s no word on any new proposals.

If slightly happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states coupled to erectile dysfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What people talk about “viagra stories“? The most substantial aspect you must look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile dysfunction can be the symptom a strong soundness problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual dysfunction switch on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual disfunction. Even though this physic is not for use in women, it is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk.

By Jada White
10th grade, University High School

Whose footsteps do I follow
When everybody walks light ?
Whose words do I listen to
When I know they aren’t right ?
How do I look to brighter days
When all I see is the night ?
How do I make my own path
When it’s covered in mines ?
As I see
This horizon over me
Watching as my sleeve bleeds
Deprived of my every need
A car with no keys
A flower with no seeds
This fire around me
Hate and desire surround me
This world I live in
Was never made for me
People at my door Sunday
Praying to save me
Can’t save what’s not finished loading
Set fire to the ocean
And all these fireworks exploding
As I see
This ground below me
This grail so holy
This girl on her knees
Treated so boldly
Growing up on me
Placed upon me
Got to swim through seven seas
This world I live in
Was made for someone else
People on the corner Monday
Begging for my help
Can’t help them if I can’t help myself
Just sitting and wishing
God felt what I felt

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Welcome to the Writing Rink, a space dedicated to the creative writing of Ferndale students! The Writing Rink accepts po- etry, song lyrics, essays, very short fiction (600 words or less!) or original news articles written by students grade K-12. Please contact us for submission guidelines at ff.writing.rink@gmail.com

If some happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a cure. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states connected to erectile dysfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What people talk about “viagra stories“? The most essential aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile dysfunction can be the symptom a strong soundness problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual disfunction switch on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual malfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.

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By: Ms Margo

ARIES 3/21-4/19: Give thanks and gratitude to your friends and family. Do not worry about your in-laws; everybody loves you!

TAURUS 4/20-5/20: Do not try to be so stubborn or controlling. Your life is great, just control your own journey and path, not everyone else’s.

GEMINI 5/21-6/21: Stop hunting for romance and Easter egg hunt instead. All your eggs will be in one basket… get it soon!

CANCER 6/22-7/22: Yes, stop being hard on yourself and your weight. Skip over the ham and have bacon instead. No worries, it’s thinner bacon slices.

LEO 7/23-8/22: The color of the rainbow is in your heart and in your dancing feet. See the rainbow, feel the rainbow.

VIRGO 8/23-9/22: Stop taking the worry pills and start taking chill pills. Just “chillaxing” is best for you. Don’t forget how to do this, and repeat it twice.

LIBRA 9/23-10/22: I like how you are getting things done. No more procrastination, you’re moving ahead in life with a positive attitude. Don’t let anybody hold you back.

SCORPIO 10/23-11/21: New love on the horizon, also beautiful chocolate bunnies are delicious to eat. Guilt-free to enjoy life!

SAGITTARIUS 11/22-12/21: Working on your self-esteem and social issues. You are very smart, and I had to be smart and clever to get out there socialize, and join society.

CAPRICORN 12/22-1/19: We are so proud that you’re just stepping out of the closet with a new attitude. New love in your heart and just being proud of yourself. It is about time that you speak your truth, and at your truth. This outfit looks great on you.

AQUARIUS 1/20-2/18: You are a true caretaker to others. Now is the time to stop procrastinating and apply this great ability to yourself. Take care of yourself.

PISCES 2/19-3/20: It is about time that you realize how much love people are giving to you, and finally you’re seeing the beauty in this posted everywhere, especially on Facebook.

If something happened with our heartiness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a preparation. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states connected to erectile dysfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What men talk about “viagra stories“? The most substantial aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile disfunction can be the symptom a strong health problem such as core trouble. Causes of sexual disfunction switch on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a status called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual disfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.

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By: Ann Heler

We have received a grant from MetroHealth Foundation to continue our efforts to assist people enrolling in both Healthy Michigan and the Insurance Exchange. Julie Osburn and Kate Baker wrote that grant for us. Thank you!

We have two fundraisers coming up:

• Garage Sale on Saturday, June 13. This is our annual garage sale, and once again we are doing it in concert with the Senior Group out of Kulick Community Center. They will hold their “Trunk & Trea- sure” sale in the City Hall parking lot at the same time/same day.

•AnyKisOK!5kand2Krunanda1/2K walk Sunday, August 30. More to come. Put both on your calendars!

FREE SUPPORT GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES
This is open to anyone in the community. It’s held on the first Satur- day of each month from noon to 1:00 P.M. Call the appointment line at 248- 677-2273 and let the person know that you would like to attend.

HEALTHY MICHIGAN ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE
First Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. This is open to anyone in the community.
Also, come in if you have any questions about the ACA Insurance Exchange. This is the first year the government is assign- ing penalties for not having health insur- ance. Call the appointment line for an appointment at 248-677-2273

FOUR THINGS TO DO DAILY THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH!

• After brushing your teeth, stick your tongue out as far as you can.
• Tell someone you are mighty glad they are in your world.
• Bend and pick up some litter that has accumulated under the snow.
• Dance to a song on the radio, Ipod, or your phone….just dance!

Clinic Appointments and Information:

248-677-2273. We have NO waiting list. You will definitely have an appointment within the month. We can help you sign up for the Insurance Exchange or Healthy Michigan. The only criteria we require is that you have no health insurance and no primary care provider to become a patient. Call if you do not have health care!

MEDICATION / MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COLLECTION Bring medications and medical equipment to the clinic on either the first or third Saturday of each month, anytime between 9:00 A.M. and noon.

Take controlled substances, psychotropic medications or muscle relaxants to the Royal Oak Police Station medication drop box at 221 E. 3rd St. in Royal Oak.

OTHER LOCAL FREE MEDICAL CLINICS:

The Free Clinics of Michigan website is www.fcomi.org. It lists all of the free clin- ics in Michigan with phone numbers for information. The closest clinics to Fern- dale are:

• Joy-Southfield clinic on Joy Road in Detroit. 313-581-7773.
• Burnstein Community Clinic in Pontiac. 248-758-1690.
• Mercy Place Clinic in Pontiac. 248-333- 0840.

Local SLIDING SCALE clinic:
• Covenant Care Clinic – 27776 Woodward, Royal Oak, MI 48067. Call 248 556-4900. Located across the street from Westborn Market. If you work, this is the clinic for you. This is a sliding fee clinic based on income. It is a full-service clinic and open 40 hours a week. They also take new patients just recently signed up for Healthy Michigan.

If some happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotency and other states coupled to erectile dysfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What men talk about “viagra stories“? The most substantial aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile dysfunction can be the symptom a strong health problem such as soul trouble. Causes of sexual dysfunction include injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a state called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.

By Jill Lorie Hurst | Photos by Jeff Lilly

(This is the first in a continuing series of profiles featuring the teachers, staff, and administra- tors of the Ferndale school dis- trict. If you know an exceptional educator you think we should feature, please contact Fern- dale Friends and let us know!)

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A joyful and committed teacher can change the lives of his or her students for the better. When I met Jan Whinham in her Ferndale High School classroom on a snowy Monday morning, I recognized a teacher with the same sense of commitment to her students.

She was hired in 1986, part time, to teach dance and special education. She earned her undergraduate degree at Western Michigan University and a Master’s in Learning Disabilities at Eastern. “I wanted to be a dance therapist”. Paus- es, considers, smiles. “I am one.” She was quick to give genuine praise to the school system – “Ferndale does really well in the fine arts.”

Her work is anything but part time now. She teaches high school, middle school, elementa- ry, and works with CASA (Center for Advanced Studies of the Arts). Classes include ballet, jazz, con- temporary, and some ballroom styles, including salsa and swing. The students also learn to choreograph, and shows sometimes include audience participation.

Jan, like many modern teachers, takes work home with her. She’s learned to choreograph new work at the kitchen table. She uses a little CD player and keeps the volume down so that her family doesn’t get sick of hearing the same song repeated. She is collaborative, looking to CASA alumni for help with choreography to make sure there is enough variety in the numbers performed.

When a show calls for tap, they tap. Preparing for 2013’s production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie” required five-hour rehearsals every Sunday. Jan talked about digging up a ton of old tap shoes to try and fit everyone; budgets, after all, are limited. Pat at Lynch’s House of Sequins made the shoes performance worthy.

Given the number of shows she oversees every year – three for the middle school class- es, two for high school and two (plus a showcase) for CASA, it’s a good thing she’s a saver. There are bins and boxes in a corner of the classroom filled with costumes from shows past. Jan pulls from the “archives” to get most of what she needs for each show – she al- ters, adjusts, and fixes so that each student will have the appropriate costume for the current production. “Luckily, I have a wash machine here”. And an assistant, I ask? Her eyes twinkle. “No. I wash the costumes.”

Jan believes dance helps students dig deeper, and be well rounded. Memorizing patterns might help with alge- bra. They choreograph dances to poems — no music, just the connection between the movement and the words. Dance can also help with social skills. “Kids have to get along in dance class. They can’t block each other out.” There’s a sense of something “beyond myself, for the good of the group.”

Just then, the group starts to file in. Jan shifts focus to the people who matter most, her students. They are safe in this class, safe to make mistakes, fall on their faces, create something wonderful. I envy them their time with Jan Whinham.

“Good morning.” says Jan to the kids. “It’s going to be a good day.”

If slightly happened with our health, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat impotence and other states coupled to erectile disfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What folk talk about “viagra stories“? The most substantial aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile disfunction can be the symptom a strong soundness problem such as heart trouble. Causes of sexual malfunction turn on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this physic is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.

By Allison Martin

We spotted this beauty out on the town Wednesday night outside of Ferndale’s own Magic Bag.

• Occupation: Hair, make up, and wardrobe stylist and also musician!
• Fashion Advice: “Don’t be afraid to take risks, like totally wear a moo moo and a fur coat and be unique!”
• Favorite place to shop: Leah’s Closet in Royal Oak
• Style Icon: David Bowie
• Hobbies: playing guitar, reading Russian literature, and Zumba!

• What she’s wearing…
– Green Girl Scout hat: Value World $4.
– Vintage glasses: Bagley Optical $50.
– Black leather jacket: Gift from a friend.
– Leopard print bandeau top: Regeneration $3.
– Leather belt: Mourn The Living $55.
– Refashioned military dress: Mourn The Living $35.
– Army green shorts: Forever 21 $10.
– Black fishnets: V Male Vintage $15.
– Black leather ammo pouch: Gift from a friend.

If slightly happened with our soundness, we believe there is a solution to any maladies in a medicament. What medicines do patients purchase online? Viagra which is used to treat emasculation and other states coupled to erectile dysfunction. Learn more about “sildenafil“. What folk talk about “viagra stories“? The most vital aspect you should look for is “sildenafil citrate“. Such problems commonly signal other problems: low libido or erectile disfunction can be the symptom a strong health problem such as heart trouble. Causes of sexual malfunction turn on injury to the penis. Chronic disease, several medicaments, and a condition called Peyronie’s disease can also cause sexual dysfunction. Even though this medicine is not for use in women, it is not known whether this curing passes into breast milk.