SPECIAL DAY

Merry Christmas and remember the reason for this day.

REPLY TO LYNNE #2

Thank you again for your comment. In a letter from the School Corporation my daughter has been assured by the Superintendent that this person will never work in this school district again. This person have been teaching for 22 or 23 years, I'm surprised that she would even think of doing such a thing. I know children are trying at times but in that profession you have to learn to control yourself.

NEW YEARS IN TEXAS

Since I haven't spent a holiday with my daughter Lorri in Texas for five years I think it's about time I did. Oh yes I did spend Easter and the Fourth of July with her and her family but I haven't spent the big one, the daddy of all holidays, that being New Years Eve to bring in a happier and better year. So to do this I am leaving the day after Christmas with Lorri's daughter, Angelica and Lorri's niece Delaney. In case you haven't figured it out, Angelica and Delaney are my granddaughters. 1234 miles with a 6 and 10 year old. Am I nuts? We will leave Wednesday and hopefully arrive late Thursday afternoon and leave the following Friday or Saturday because the girls start school on the 7th of January. We will have a second Christmas there also as well a New Years. Looking forward to seeing my daughter and enjoying the warm weather. You will hear about my trip while I am in Texas and also when I get home. Pray for good weather.

SPANKING

The situation is progressing. I came to light that what my daughter thought was a policeman who interviewed my granddaughter and the other two girls about the spanking turned out to be a School Corporation security guard who has no authority about this at all. The principal keeps telling my daughter that things are under control and they are handling it and will not give her any information. My daughter saw a lawyer yesterday and the lawyer told her to file a police report which she did. Now things will get rolling. More updates to come.

REPLY TO LYNNE

Thank you for your comment. I agree. As I find out more I will keep you informed.

TEACHER SPANKS GRANDDAUGHTER

I didn't think teachers spanked kids anymore. Isn't it against the law. Well my granddaughter came home from school Tuesday and said her substitute teacher spanked her. She is 6 years old and in 1st grade. I didn't know weather to believe her or not. Her mom called the school the next day and spoke to the sub and she admitted it. I don't know why it happened but as I understand it the teacher pulled her out of line by her hair, took her in the room and spanked her. Her regular teacher came back today and three other girls, who were not spanked, told the teacher what had happened. They went to the principal and he of course questioned her, and later the three other girls. A police report was made and the principal assured my daughter that, that teacher will never return to that school as a sub. Nothing was said about disciplinary action. A lawyer for the school district is now involved. I will let you know how this thing progresses.

SURF EXPO - ORLANDO - JAN 10-13-2008

If you are into the beach life such as surfing, swimming, skateboarding, wakeboarding or just someone who admires beautiful fashion design you will definitely want to check out the Surf Expo in Orlando Florida this January 10-13, 2008. Look into the website at SurfExpo.com and it will tell you everything you want to know about this upcoming event. Surf Expo holds two shows each year in Orlando Florida, with California, Hawaii, The East Coast, Europe and Australia. They are proud to say that it is the longest running trade show in the world. Log onto SurfExpo.com now to see what they have to offer and the special events available on certain days such as on January 10 is BONUS BUYING DAY in the Boutique Resort, Souvenir and Swim categories. If you are a retailer there is a place to click to register for the upcoming show.
If you miss this show there is another one coming September 12-14, 2008. You can also view new products that have come out such as swim suite, beach bags, surfboards, clothes and shoes. Also read news releases posted on the website. There is even a place to click for January 08 hotel and travel reservations. If you like videos you can view those too and read the "Inside the Industry" blogs from the surf expo staff. Whether you are a participator, looker (like I am) or a buyer, I'm sure you enjoy looking at SurfExpo.com and even being at the Surf Expo, January 10-13, 2008. Will I see you there?

A NIGHT WITH SANTA

Last night was a special night for the kids and my granddaughter at Protsman school. It was the night that you got to tell Santa what you wanted for Christmas and also for $3.00, have your picture taken with him. There was one boy, who when asked, said I don't know I'm still thinking. Santa gave him a little time to think and finally said I'll bring you a football. I didn't think Angelica still believed but I was glad to see and hear that she still does. That's great. She was bash full about sitting on his lap and telling him what she wanted.

At this gala they also had a Secret Santa Shop where the kids could buy gifts for mom, dad, grandparents and the rest of the family. These items were prices from 25 cents to 15 dollars. What a rip off. You could get the same thing at Dollar Tree for half the price. But I guess it's alright because the child is getting a surprise, even though mom and dad were there, for their family and it was from Secret Santa Shop. That's what Christmas is all about. They also gave out apple juice and cookies for free. This was a nice gesture. All in all everyone had a good time. I know I did just seeing the glow on my granddaughters face.

REPLY TO DREW ON PLAYDOUGH

Thank you for your reply to making playdough. It is a good recipe and works well and makes a lot of playdough. My granddaughter took it to school and did make landforms with it. Hills, mountains etc. I'm sure the recipe will come in handy when your child gets older. Enjoy. Yes I will look in your three contests at http://www.benspark.com/photo-a-day-966-113007.html.

COUPONCHIEF IS HERE FOR YOU!!

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GOD BLESS YOUNG MINDS

My granddaughter Delaney is in the first grade. With the classroom and school decorated for Christmas, all the kids are in another world.. Delaney's teacher gave all of her students a small bottle of green glitter. What you do with this green glitter is on Christmas Eve sprinkle some on the ground in front of your house and this keeps the Grinch from coming and stealing your gifts. Well Delaney's mind is always going so she is going to double protect her gifts. Her mom has a friend who's son is always on the computer and Delaney asked her mom to have this boy spend the night of Christmas Eve and work on their computer and keep an eye on her gifts so if the green glitter doesn't work the young man will be there as a backup to keep the Grinch away. She is even going to give me some to put in front of my house to protect any gifts left for her at my house. God Bless young minds.

BOTTOM TAX

We always complain about being taxed for one thing or another. Well here is my kind of woman. This lady lives in Monroeville, PA and enjoys shopping at her local K Mart. She purchased some toilet paper and much to her surprise, she was charged 28 cents tax on this nontaxable paper product. She took them to court and got a court ruling that toilet paper is a necessity and is not taxable in the state of PA. She was awarded $100.00 pluS court costs. Watch out WalMart, Mary Bach has got her sights on you too.