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Teen looks forward to future with new arm

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Certified prosthetist-orthotist Robert Openshaw (right) makes adjustments on the new prosthetic arm and hand of Luis Felix, 17, of Thermal in his office, Odyssey Prosthetics & Orthotics Inc. in San Bernardino. The hand and arm are powered by two electric motors. International Medical Alliance of Rancho Mirage raised more than $9,000 for the prosthetic arm. Luis lost his arm in a motorcycle accident. At left are Luis' uncle and aunt, Jesus and Maria Felix. Wade Byars The Desert Sun

Luis Felix has a new arm — and with it a new hope for the future. The 17-year-old lost his left arm in a motorcycle crash more than a year ago in Mexico, but can now give up the oversized sweatshirts he wore to hide the void. More


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myDesert, myLife: The Married Couple

Bob Yates, 73, and Margaret Yates, 71, got married November 26, 1955, almost 54 years ago. They have 6 children, 23 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. The couple, who live in a travel trailer at Sky Valley Resort during the winter months, share their insights on being married. Marilyn Chung/The Desert Sun

Bob and Margaret Yates have been married for over 53 years and have six children, 23 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. More

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