MY ANDIE

GOING FOR MILK BEFORE WORK GETS MAN KILLED.

2012-01-25T08:20:00.000-08:00

A man wanting to enjoy a cup of coffee before work was walking to the store to get milk for his coffee and kids cereal. That man never made it home because he was killed by a drunk driver around 7a.m..
The guy that killed him was drunk on his way home from the grand opening of a new bar. He is 24 years old and has over 100 traffic violations, most of which have been dismissed.
He had 31 speeding violations, five pleaded down to parking violations and 19 dismissed. 16 seat belt violations of which 10 were dismissed. 1 careless driving charge pleaded down to a parking violation. 2 previous drunken driving charges which one was pleaded down to a misdemeanor and the other pleaded down to reckless driving, and the list goes on. Now he killed someone. What will this be pleaded down to. It's amazing how the court system works. Will they take his driving privileges away and will he spend time in jail. This should be interesting.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!

2012-01-01T09:20:00.000-08:00

May this year, 2012, bring each and everyone of you the best of years with all of your wishes and dreams coming true. GOD BLESS.

WHO'S PAYING FOR LAY-A-WAYS?

2011-12-20T08:37:00.000-08:00

Wouldn't it be wonderful if you had things a K Mart on lay-a-way and when you went to pick it up the clerk told you that it was all paid for. Darn right it would! That is exactly what is happening at K Mart stores in Michigan, Iowa, Indiana and Nebraska. This is not happening to everyone, but to people in need such as Melissa Atwood whose husband has had three heart attacks and of course can't work . Mrs. Atwood has had a difficult time caring for the husband, daughter who has medical issues and her elderly mother. That sounds like a real plate full. Others have also been chosen to receive full payment on their lay-a-way's.
Who are these angels paying these bills? Who knows. Just give them a silent GOD BLESS YOU and be thankful that there are people like them.

WHATS IN YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE?

2011-12-06T09:31:00.001-08:00

When buying a real Christmas tree be careful. ALWAYS bang the tree on the ground and look through isn't branches.
A family purchased a tree, brought it home and set it up in the living room. Lights were put on as well as the ornaments along with tinsel when a family member say movement within the branches. Upon further inspection it was found to be a snake. Thank goodness it was not poisonous.
According to the news this happened in two different states.
Be careful and stay safe.

DECORATING FOR THE SEASON

2011-11-30T08:36:00.001-08:00

Now that Halloween and Thanksgiving are behind us, it is now time to set the house, inside and out, ablaze with beautiful colored lights, garland, ribbon and of course animated figures. This past weekend I drove around to see who was the first to put these things up to celebrate the coming of Christmas.
Some homes go all out, which I expect shoot the electric bill sky high, while others are more conservative and do just enough decorating to show that they want to be part of the Christmas season. I saw the lights and figures of Santa, deer and other things associated with the season. The thing that I was sad not to see were any Nativity scenes reminding us that this is the birthday of Jesus.
For those of you who have not decorated yet, try to put this reminder in your decorations and remind the world what this season is all about.

GETTING CARRIED AWAY.

2011-11-12T05:24:00.000-08:00

First they started by opening their stores the day after Thanksgiving at 6 am, then it went to 4 am, now this year it is 12 midnight and just the other day I hear that the stores will be open on Thanksgiving day. What about family values with everyone sitting down and enjoying a meal and being with each other. I bet the CEO's and Presidents and higher up's will be sitting down with their families. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could just forget about Christmas and buying gifts and just put Christ in the season as it used to be and should be and let these money hungry bastards eat their merchandise and have no money to count.

Folks, this country is going to pot because of big business because if they don't make 1 billion dollars over the Christmas season they had a bad year. They are saying that now and the shopping season hasn't even started.

SAVE YOUR HOUSE!

2011-11-11T11:18:00.000-08:00

I thought I had heard on TV the Mr. Obama said something about the banks are to help people behind on the mortgages.

Situation is a friend of mine has missed three payments and in speaking with WELLS FARGO BANK was told they will not help and that he is going to lose the house. He has offered to make a payment and was told they would not accept just A payment unless he is up to date with the others. At least he is trying to pay something and the bank will not listen that his circuit breaker on his property tax kicks in January and this will reduce his payment substantually. It was their fault that the they did not inform him that he had to apply before a certain date. It's never the institutions fault, always the customer. My son, daughter and nephew had WELLS FARGO for their mortgage and they all had trouble with them.

BLACK FRIDAY ON SATURDAY?

2011-11-06T09:09:00.001-08:00

Well did everyone get out and do their Christmas shoppin on the early BLACK FRIDAY shopping days? Wal-Mart doing a trial run and Target and other stores actually having their BLACK FRIDAY shopping days with another one the day after Thanksgiving. They are not thinking about the economy as it is, they just want to put people farther in debt so they can sit home on Christmas day and count their money.

What a sorry bunch of bastards they are. Does Christ even enter into the picture anymore

WHAT TO DO!!!!!!

2011-10-30T09:31:00.000-07:00

What is there to do when the campgrond is closed? I guess I can do winter things like wash down my kitchen cabinets, shampoo my carpets, sell things on ebay, visit retail shops and go to the last of the garage sales. Before my wife was called to heaven, I didn't have a problem keeping occupied for she would always somewhere to go or something to do, so I just sat back and went with the flow.

I can look at it this way, one less week I have to wait before I can go back to the camper.

IT WAS A SAD DAY LAST SUNDAY.

2011-10-20T08:26:00.000-07:00

Went to the camper last weekend for the last weekend of the season. Monday the park started turning off the water. Had a nice fire on Saturday which included good conversation and of course a lot of laughs.

Sunday brought rain and temperatures which were a little cooler. This was OK because it was time to shut everything down and say goodbye to friends which is what I did. Hopefully some of us will be able to get to geather during the winter for dinner and catch up on what is going on.

You can bet your bottom dollar that the countdown to April 15,2012 has begun when I will be back at the campground.

DANCING WITH THE STARS.

2011-10-06T07:47:00.000-07:00

Dancing With The Stars is back but I don't think that is as good as last year. Those who can dance are being voted off and those who can't dance get to stay, how I don't know.

Chaz should have been voted off the first week. He has the grace of a beached whale and yet he keeps coming back. Like the star who got voted off this past tuesday said, "this is not a competition".

What GOOD dancer will be voted off next week

SEX IN CAR ADS????

2011-09-27T09:40:00.000-07:00

I was watching a car ad the other day on tv. The pitch man went around the car tell of all the features on it and at the end he walked toward the back of the car and said "you can even throw in a little sex" and patted the card on it's lower trunk.

What is this telling people, especially young viewers. Buy one of our cars and have sex in it.

Not a good message in a world already having sex pushed down our throats with other ads and prgrams.

This car manufacturer by the way was HONDA. Come on guys lets think before we put something on tv

FOOTBALL ON SUNDAY

2011-09-20T09:38:00.000-07:00

I was at the camper over the weekend and left early on Sunday so I could get home and watch the Bears game on TV. All of my hurrying was in vain. On the way home I stopped to get lunch which turned out to be White Castle hamburgers.

When I finally turned on the tv the game was already on and it was about three minutes into the first quarter. I watched the game and ate my lunch with high hopes of the Bears winning this game (not). Here comes the best part, the second quarter started and about half way through I fell alseep and woke up well after the game was over. So much for the Bears game.

Later that night I wanted to see Michael Vick perform his magic. Personally I don't think he should be playing. The fans greeted him with boo's and throwing of tomatos, they should have had him leading a few dogs on leashes. As it turned out he didn't work his magic and his team did loose and he got hurt. What a shame.

GRAND DAUGHTER SLIPS AND FALLS.

2011-08-31T15:28:00.000-07:00

Children are always running or junping and that is because kids do those things.

Last Saturday Delaney was visiting her friend across the street. They had a full day of playing and it was getting late. Delaney had to be home at 8:30 and as kids do she waited til the last minute to head for home. It was dark and instead of calling her mother like she was told to do so mom could watch her as she crosses the street, Delaney ran across the street in the dark as fast as she could because she was afraid. She reached her driveway, tripped and took a terrible fall scraping her knee and elbow as well as hurting her big toe on the right foot and little finger on her left hand.

Monday brought a trip to the doctor for the finger and toe to see if they were broken and sure enough they were. Her left hand is in a cast and her right foot is in a walking cast. So much for swimming over this weekend.

ANOTHER HOT WEEKEND COMING UP

2011-07-29T12:22:00.000-07:00

I can't wait for this weekend to arrive. HOT, HOT HOT oh boy. Will it ever get cooler?

IT'S STILL HOT!!!!!!!

2011-07-27T08:08:00.000-07:00

The weatherpeople keep talking about cooler weather. Like on Monday they said that the high for the day would be 80 degrees but it passed 80 and kept on climbing into the 90

IT'S HOT!!!!!!!

2011-07-21T08:09:00.000-07:00

How is the weather by you? I can tell you by personal experience that it is really hot where I am and that is in northern Indiana. Everyone is telling me that it was just as hot last year but I don't remember, of course I don't remember and that is because I was in Texas where the temperature was 105 to 110.

There was a heat advisory here yesterday and another today because the temps are going to rise up into the upper 90 or even go into the lower 100's.

All I can say is that for the people who do not have AC lets pray that it cools down quickly.
Also remember to check on you neighbors especially if they are up in age.

Lets all pray for cooler weather.

HOW DO YOU ATTRACT ATTENTION?

2011-06-25T07:12:00.000-07:00

It was a quiet evening at the apartment complex until the quiet was disturbed by the sound of gun shots. People don't like to hear this. Police were called and went to the apartment where the sound was heard. After knocking on the door there was another shot so police kicked the door in and entered the apartment. Searching the place police found the person responsible, that being a person hiding in a closet. His explanation was that he had a fish hook stuck in his butt and needed to get help so he fired his gun. It was never said why he was in the closed nor how he got the hook in his butt. On second thought, why didn't he leave the closet and call 911 for assistance. I guess we will never know.

WHAT'S A WEINER

2011-06-12T10:08:00.000-07:00

What is a weiner? To most people it is a long meat filled delight which is topped with chile, or onions, catchup, relish or anything else you can think of to make it a delightfully tasting treat to eat at ball games, picnics or a quick dinner at home.

Then we have the Weiner in the political world that has made a weiner of himself. He put himself out on the Internet (stupid) and now is crying and asking forgiveness from the people of the United States and his wife who is with child. More and more of these people are coming forward to confess their evil ways and think all that they have to do is get before a mic and cry a little and say I want to apologize to my family and the people of the United States and by saying this thinks that everything is OK. NO IT IS NOT!!!. It is your duty to set a good example to your country and the world. He should be released from his position.

LAST WEEKEND

2011-05-26T09:32:00.000-07:00

It was a beautiful weekend last week. I was out at the camper with my two grand-daughters. On Saturday we had a good storm in the afternoon and on Sunday another BIG storm just as we we leaving to go home. But all in all it was still a great weekend with warm temperatures.

The girls got a chance to go on many golf cart rides, of course, which went to the the snack bar where they got swirl ice cream. Delaney likes green apple and Mia likes butterscotch. I believe that over the weekend before leaving they had five cones each. We enjoyed a camp fire on both, Friday and Saturday with a lot of jokes and laughing. The girls went to a bon-fire where they were burning many, many skids which produced high flames. This burning lasted about two hours. There was also a DJ there so everyone was dancing around the fire. The girls spent a lot of time fishing and were catching them right and left. This is a catch and release lake. They also got a little swimming in at the beach and I must say that the water was quite nice. But like everything else all good things must come to an end.

We are looking forward to this weekend, Memorial Day, the campground has a lot planned for everyone. Hope you have a fun and safe weekend.

THE NEW FAMILY.

2011-05-09T08:28:00.000-07:00

When I returned to the camper last weekend I was greeted by a new family who had made a home above the light by the front patio door which is the way we get in and out of the camper. The new family was a mother robin sitting on eggs. Every time I went in or out she would fly away. I was going to move the nest to a tree but never got around to it.

This weekend when I returned I discovered that the eggs had hatched and there are three baby robins in the nest. I also noticed that dad had returned and both he and mom were busy bringing food to the hungry babies. Over a period of time mom got used to me and didn't fly away every time I went in or out. She just sat in the nest and watched me with a curious eye. I made my movements slow and talked in a gentle voice and maybe this relaxed her and made her trust me. The dad always makes a bunch of noise when I came near the nest to go in or out. The nest is located above the light which is about two feet from the door. I sit on the couch in the living room and watch to goings on and find pleasure in nature and my new family.

GREETINGS OF THE DAY!

2011-04-24T08:00:00.001-07:00

I just want to take a little time and wish everyone a very Happy Easter. Enjoy the day and be safe. God bless.

THE CAMPGROUND IS NOW OPEN.

2011-04-21T08:43:00.001-07:00

When the water is turned on at the campground I get it into my head that winter is over. It gives me a good feeling that winter is gone even though we still get some cold weather. Recently is seems that it is raining every day.

My goal is to go to the camper the weekend after Easter. Ill go up on Friday afternoon and start getting it into shape and come back home on Sunday evening. I hope that some of my friends are there so we can have a camp fire, joke and talk. I know that I will be doing some walking around to get rid of the @$#%^& pounds I put on during the winter months. TOO MANY.

Easter Sunday I will be enjoying dinner with my family at Geno's In Dyer. They have a good buffet there which we all enjoy.

I hope that all of you have a wonderful Easter, and remember not only is it about the Easter Bunny but someone who is more important in our lives. Lets not forget him and his presence.
HAPPY EASTER.

HAPPY 50TH ANNIVERSARY ARCH & JO

2011-04-17T09:23:00.000-07:00

Back in 1961 two people fell in love and got married. That union, through thick and thin, has lasted 50 years and yesterday is when friends and family gathered to celebrate this occasion. It was a surprise party held at the Fairfield Inn in Lombard Illinois. I like gatherings like this because it is about the only time you get to see long lost relatives, I guess you could say it is like a family reunion. Over the years they brought into this world three wonderful sons who in turn gave them several grand and great-grand children. The food that was there was catered by Sweet Baby Ray's and was excellent as well as the deserts and cake made by daughter-in-law, Robyn, . I must have gained 10 pounds yesterday. After all was said and done, everyone went home with good memories of the day and full stomachs. Once again, Happy 50th Anniversary Arch and Jo.

WHO'S GOT THE MONEY?

2011-04-13T11:06:00.000-07:00

The question is WHO'S GOT THE MONEY?. I'm talking about the folks who will advertise their wares on the final show of "The Oprah Winfrey Show". This show will air May 25,2011 with a full line-up of guests and entertainment. It will be, as some are saying, the show of the century. If corporate America wants to be a part of this spectacular it will cost them $1,000,000.00 to advertise their product for a whole 30 seconds. Isn't that insane? I could use some of that money to pay my bills and I KNOW millions of other people out there could use it too. Just make sure that you watch the show on May 25 to see who has all the money.

THANKS FOR THE COMMENTS.

2011-04-04T07:22:00.000-07:00

Thank you Mike Golch, emzee and Lynne for your kind comments on my post "HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A SPECIAL LADY". It makes my heart feel good that people agree with me for doing what I do and consider me odd. Thank you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A SPECIAL LADY.

2011-03-31T07:20:00.000-07:00

On March 31, 1945 a wonderful person was born to grace our world and later on in years on October 9,1965 she graced mine by becoming my wife. Today I will buy her a card and her special flowers and present them to her. I will go to her grave and place the card and flowers there to honor her on this day. I know it sounds strange but it is something that I have been doing for the last five years and will continue to do until I can no longer do it. It is a bright sunny day and it should be on her special day. Happy birthday Andie, I love you.

FAVORITE FOODS

2011-03-28T16:51:00.000-07:00

Throughout the day I look at many posts and many have a recipe for their favorite meal. I must admit that the ingredients sound mouthwatering and before I scroll down I have this vision of what the meal looks like. They sound good and I have tried some and was very pleased. There is only one thing that sometimes turns me away from a meal and that is the picture. Some foods do not translate into a good looking meal. The picture does not compliment the recipe. So at times it may be wise to list the ingredients and forgo the picture.

THANKS FOR THE COMMENT SARAH

2011-03-15T07:05:00.000-07:00

In reference to the post about the old lady who shot a intruder I agree with you Sarah that it might be wise to take a martial arts class to protect yourself.
My daughter who lives in Texas took it one step further, I can't say that I agree with this, but her husband who will be leaving for Iraq soon went with her and bought a gun which is a pretty pink. They applied for a permit to carry a concealed weapon in her purse. There was a 10 hour class which they attended which taught everything about how to handle and understand what a gun is. Then there was a session on firing the gun. She scored 246 hits out of 250 with 186 hits needed to pass. Of course her score put her way above the passing point.
Like I said, I don't know if this good or bad and I can only hope that if the need ever arises she will use good judgement.

ON TV

2011-03-07T07:05:00.000-08:00

With winter being here I have a lot of extra time to watch tv, which I do. I like to watch shows like Cake Boss. Auction shows, Pawn Stars and other shows of that nature.
I was watching Cake Boss last night and it had the segment on about Buddy Volastro's (the owner of Carlo's Bakery) wife giving birth to the fourth child. It was a boy. Congratulations!
Carlo's Bakery is in Hoboken NJ and the whole family works there. Sisters, brother-in-laws, cousins and nephews. One big happy family?. I find it to be very entertaining and sometime funny. It's amazing the cakes that they put together.
Pawn Stars, stars the old man, Rick and Rick's son (Corey) and their friend Chumly (the weird one). It's interesting to see the things that people will bring into the shop to either pawn or sell.
Very interesting program.
If you have a chance tune in and give it a look.

REPLY TO GO GREEN

2011-02-25T06:38:00.003-08:00

Thank you for the comment.
You might want to check with your local authorities. I would bet that there is a no call list in other states.
Good luck.

GOOD JOB LADY.

2011-02-22T10:30:00.000-08:00

It was night time and as all decent citizens were sleeping a woman heard glass break somewhere in her home. Living alone, she had a gun because she didn't live in the best of neighborhoods.
She took her gun and went to investigate and low and behold she saw two figures in the darkness. At the same time she saw them and they saw her. No words were exchanged just a loud bang as she pulled the trigger on her gun. One intruder fell to the floor while the other ran like a goosed moose.
Police were called and the injured intruder was taken to the hospital where he died a short time later.
It was determined that no charges will be filed against the woman.
Job well done lady!!!

NO CALL LIST!

2011-02-13T09:33:00.000-08:00

If you live in the state of Indiana I just want to let you know that you have until 11:59 Tuesday to register for the DO NOT CALL LIST. This law makes it illegal for telemarketers and others to make unsolicited calls to numbers on the list.
To register for this protection call (888)834-9969 or visit the website WWW.INDIANACOMSUMER.COM.
Remember you have until 11.59 Tuesday to register.

DON'T FEED THE DOG.

2011-02-07T06:15:00.000-08:00

A man was walking his dog and as they passed another person, that person threw the dog a biscuit treat. The dogs owner, at that point, grabbed the biscuit thrower and slammed him up against a garage and a scuffle started. Police were called and the owner of the dog said he thought the biscuit thrower was trying to poison the dog.
Lesson learned, don't be kind to animals or better yet ask first if you can give the dog a treat.

SOMEONE GOT A NEW TOY FOR CHRISTMAS.

2011-02-04T06:58:00.000-08:00

Everybody gets new things for Christmas, but someone in particular got a special toy, one that he can shoot his eye out with and that is a BB gun.
It was just about just about that time when the vandalism started. It happens day or night with car, van and school bus windows being shot out. It happens everywhere but mostly along rural stretches in Lake and Porter counties in Indiana with the most near 109th Avenue in Lake County.
Recently four windows were shot out at a car dealer.
One man who's window was shot out as he was driving recalls seeing a white pickup truck in the area. It is not known if the suspect hides in fields or shoots from a vehicle.
At any rate this person is a hazard to the community and any information concerning these situations should be reported to the Lake County Sheriff Department 219-755-3346 or the Merrillville police department 219-769-3722 ext 545.

THERE ARE GOOD PEOPLE IN THE WORLD.

2011-02-02T08:13:00.000-08:00

At fourteen months a little girl by the name of Carrie Janik was diagnosed with cancer. She is now six and this Griffith, Indiana girl has gone through surgeries, chemo and radiation. Over the years Carrie fell in love with the TV show "iCarly", the hit show on Nickelodeon. When asked last year what would she want in the whole world, she said she wanted to meed iCarly.
A trip to the website and an explanation of the situation brought a phone call inviting Carrie to meet Miranda Cosgrove at the Rosemont Theatre where she was performing. Arrangements were made to attend the 4pm rehearsal and performance.
Carrie's health turned for the worse and she could not leave the hospital.
Later her health began to improve and at that point her mother e-mailed iCarly's producers and explained the situation and also asking if the singer could come to the hospital.
Miranda, a backup singer and a guitar player showed up at the hospital and sang three songs from the show to her at her bedside.
In my eyes that was a wonderful thing done by the iCarly people. It shows that Miranda is a down to earth person who has feelings for others.
God bless Carrie and Miranda and everyone who took part in this event to make a little girls wish come true.

WHAT DO YOU WANT ON YOUR TACO?

2011-01-31T07:09:00.000-08:00

In the areas of Lake and Porter counties a man made his living going from bar to bar selling his homemade tacos and tamales. Being homemade he a good business for himself, but that was not the only thing he was selling. Along with your purchase you could also buy cocaine if you so desired. Do you know how many bars there are in Lake and Porter counties. A lot. I'm sure his business was very profitable.
What do you like on your taco?

FREE SAMPLES!!!!!!!!

2011-01-11T07:28:00.000-08:00

What are you on the lookout for? If you are like everyone else you should be on the lookout for free samples. If you are I have just the website for you and that is http://www.thefreebiesource.com/.
This is a site where you can get dozens and dozens of free samples that will save you money at the store. These items range from free coupons, foods and meds such as Prevacid, Doritos, bumper stickers, posters and one of the best things is free stuff for the baby.
This website is full of catagories where you can get free samples and is well worth checking out to get your savings.
All I can tell you is to visit http://www.thefreebiesource.com/ and start saving with your free samples.
Also tell your friends about this site. They will thank you.

DON'T MESS WITH THE DOG!

2011-01-11T07:17:00.000-08:00

It was was a friendly gathering of three friends. A man (James) his girlfriend and a friend (David) were gathered in the living room of the girlfriend and David went into the kitchen to get a hog dog and a piece of bread. James supposedly went into the kitchen and told David to stop eating his food and to stop messing with anything in the kitchen that was his.
A altercation started between the two men resulting in the death of David with two deep lacerations to the throat and cheek.
James who is 74 pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and will be sentenced in February.
Always leave another girl and food alone.

GRE MATH FORMULA SHEET

2011-01-06T10:29:00.000-08:00

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011

2011-01-01T09:40:00.000-08:00

I trust you had a good New Year's Eve and are following your resolutions.
Whatever they are I hope you find the strength to follow through and accomplish your goal.
Bless all and have a great year.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

2010-12-24T22:01:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

THE LAST DAY

2010-12-24T12:46:00.000-08:00

Well here it is, the day before Christmas. Is your shopping and wrapping done? By the looks of things not everybody has completed this task, including myself. I had to go to the bank and get some of that green stuff and head for Wal-Mart and the grocery store to finish up. Wal-Mart wasn't too bad but the grocery store was something else but thank goodness they had everything I needed. I am home now and just finished wrapping gifts and there is only one thing left to do and that is to pick up tomorrow's dinner at our local Jewel.
To those who have read this have a MERRY AND SAFE CHRISTMAS and remember this day is not only about presents. Someone special was born on this day.

BUY CIGARETTES ONLINE - CHEAP!!!

2010-12-03T12:06:00.000-08:00

Do you smoke? Millions of people still do and are looking to reduce the cost of this luxury we still have. Have you given any thought to buying cheap cigarettes, I mean buying cigarettes online. If you did, you can get name brand cigarettes on line at http://www.cigbuynow.com/. Go there and check them out and you will see that their cost is 50% less than regular outlets. For instance you will find Camel's for $17.84 per carton, Winston for $17.08 per carton and get cheap marlboro cigarettes online as well.
All you have to do if you smoke is to visit http://www.cigbuynow.com and make your selection from the list of Bestsellers, Cheapest cigarettes, New cigarettes and Menthol place your order and it will be shipped to your home or office.

TWO MORE DAYS AND THEN "BLACK FRIDAY"

2010-11-23T12:45:00.000-08:00

I have had the pleasure if going out on a Black Friday morning only twice in my life. Once with my wife and once with my daughter who is a devoted Black Friday person for umpteen years. She studies the sale papers the day before and makes her games plan. Then it's early to bed and early to rise.Now that she lives in Texas she no longer has to stand for hours in the cold waiting for the doors to open and seeing the bargains of the year lined up on the store shelves. Racing down the aisles for that certain special item you stood in line to get only that the store only had 5 of and the person in front of you got the last one. There is no disappointment in learning this because you dash down another aisle to your next bargain picking up things along the way and wishing you had a motorized cart so you go faster.
I get up early that day and turn on the tv to watch as camera crews interview anyone they can grab on to and ask how is it going. The reply is always "WONDERFUL". What world are they in. You see, I do my shopping online starting at the stroke of midnight and then go to bed an hour later only to rise and watch the Black Friday shopper on tv while I'm drinking a hot cup of coffee and staying nice and warm.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE AND HAPPY SHOPPING!

DOES BRISTOL PALIN KNOW HOW TO DANCE?

2010-11-18T08:18:00.000-08:00

In my opinion, NO SHE DOES NOT. I put her in the same category as Kate.
I must say I was really upset at the outcome of Tuesday night results of letting Brandy go and keeping Bristol. If she wins then you know something is wrong.
I guess I was not as upset as this gentleman in Vermont, WI. He is 67 years of age and was watching Dancing With The Stars and was enraged at Bristols routine. He didn't turn the tv off but instead got his shot gun and shot his television before turning the gun on his wife. His view was that Palin was not a good dancer and was only kept on because of her mother.
His wife escaped and this all lead to a overnight standoff with the SWAT team The home was surrounded and police managed to talk Steven Cowen out of his home. He is charged with second degree reckless endangerment and could face up to 10 years in prison.
What would he have done if Bristol won and received the trophy.
My bet as to the winner is Jenifer Grey.

THE SEASON IS OVER.

2010-11-15T09:41:00.001-08:00

As much as I would have liked to see my grandson's team go all the way, things just don't happen that way. It was the second game of the playoffs and they lost by three points. Of course tears were flowing and heads were bowed they have to remember that the Killeen Patriots had one heck of a season without losing a game until now.
They will still get awards at their banquet dinner with Spencer and another young man getting a special award for their roll in winning so many games.
Just keep in mind that there is always next year boys.

ANOTHER WIN. NOW IT IS 9-0

2010-11-07T09:16:00.000-08:00

Yesterday was the first of the playoff games for my grandsons football team, the Killeen Patriots.
They won with a score of 35-12. They have three more games to win and then it is off to the state championships. How exciting.
My daughter says that these little guys, ages 10-12, put on one heck of a game. A lot of action on the field and a lot of yelling in the stands and a lot of behind the scene activity between some of the coaches, parents and the refs.
A parent was seen talking to a ref yesterday and after that is was amazing how many penalty flags were thrown against our team with no explanation given on our side of the field, just the other side.
Come on ref's lets do the right thing and be fair.

THE NUMBER GOES TO 8-0

2010-11-06T10:05:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday was somewhat of a Home Coming football game for the Killeen Patriots after going through a no loss season. Again they won with a outlandish score of 14-45 with the opposing team becoming poor sports after the Patriots got their first touchdown. They started fights on the field and this included the coach. Bad sportsmanship on their part. Grandson Spencer walked away with one sac, three tackles and one TD. Good job Spence!
Today starts the playoffs to see who will go to state. I'm praying and cheering for the Killeen Patriots and hope you will do so likewise.
Can't wait for the results tonight when Spencer calls me to tell me ya or nay.

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2010-11-04T11:21:00.000-07:00

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THE NUMBER GOES TO 7-0

2010-10-25T16:08:00.000-07:00

I'm told that this was another exciting game. Grandson Spencer held up his end by getting 2 sac's and one touchdown. He incurred an injury involving a certain part of his body that no-one would want to get kicked in. He was helped off of the field only to return for the next play.
This coming Saturday starts the playoffs.
Good luck Patriots, take it all the way to state.
Why?, because GRANDPA said so.

THEY ARE NO 6 - 0

2010-10-18T15:45:00.000-07:00

The Killeen Patriots are moving right along at 6-0. At the end of the second quarter the score was 50 - 0 so the game was called. Again grandson Spencer was in on every play doing his thing and making a mark in the record books.
Can I say I'm proud of him and his team? I am..

IT NOW GOES TO 5-0

2010-10-11T09:24:00.000-07:00

Yes friends it is now 5-0 for grandson Spencer's football team with a win of 55 to 13. Spencer got himself 7 tackles and one resulting in a fumble with him recovering the ball. How much I would have loved to be there to see the game.
As a reward he was taken to a place he has wanted to eat for some time and that place was HOOTERS. He said he really had a good time and the food was good too.
I hope this trend continues with next weeks game.
Good luck Killeen Patriots.

THEY ARE NOW 4-0

2010-10-03T10:29:00.000-07:00

Yes the number is now 4 wins 0 losses. Even though the other team at times were not playing and showing good sportsmanship the Killeen Patriots won with an outstanding score of 59-19.
This is strange. Because they are the only team that has won 4 games other teams are requesting an investigation of their equipment to ensure that it is regulation. What has that got to do with it? The team is good and they would probably play and win even if they were barefoot. It's amazing how adults (coaches) can turn kids sports into something that takes away from the pleasure of winning. Lets face it coaches, if your team was good they would win too.
Grow up and this goes for the ref's too. Don't show favorites.

WINDING DOWN.

2010-10-02T07:31:00.000-07:00

Yesterday the weatherman was forecasting rain for the weekend and as I sit here writing this he was right for once. I chose not to go to the camper this weekend after hearing his report and waking up this morning to the sound of rain beating on my roof. Not only that but it is COLD outside. I guess we have to expect that when you live in this part of the country. Indiana.
At this time of year the snow birds (people who move to warmer climates for the winter) start leaving the campground. It get pretty lonely if your friends are not there.
In about two weeks the water will be shut off and that will officially end the season and I will not return until next April, God willing.
I have to go through the Holidays and the long do nothing but watch tv period until I can go back. The Holidays are not the same since my wife passed 5 years ago. I enjoyed doing the decorating and shopping with her, but now that is gone.
Looking forward to next year.

WINDOW AND SOLAR FILM.

2010-09-30T15:52:00.000-07:00

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NUMBER THREE.

2010-09-21T09:12:00.000-07:00

With win number 3 under their belts, Spencer's football team feels pretty good. For the three games that they have played, Spencer has a total of 21 tackles. I think that, that is pretty good. Whenever he makes a tackle he raises his arm and holds up a finger. In Saturday's game he held up one then two then three and four fingers. The players lined up and the ball was put into play. There was a scramble of bodies on the field and then a pileup. As the bodies rose from the pile there was one player still on the ground and that was number 57, my grandson Spencer. After a few seconds he moved raising his hand to show 5 fingers indicating that he was the one who made the tackle showing that he made 5 tackles in the game. Cheers and laughter filled the field with spectators and parents showing their pleasure with that gesture.
Way to go Patriots. Keep on winning.

CHRISTMAS SWEATERS CAN BE BUTT UGLY.

2010-09-20T09:48:00.000-07:00

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WINNER AGAIN.

2010-09-12T15:03:00.000-07:00

Spencer had his second football game yesterday in Santonio, Texas. He is on a traveling team so the family had to travel over 100 miles to get there. Spencer called me while I was on my way to a anniversary party. He was so excited he could hardly speak. The words that came out of his mouth were " we won with a score of 28 to 6 and I made three tackles". He really likes the game and is building a reputation amongst his team mates.
I can't wait for the next game. I hope they continue their winning streak although it is only 2-0.
Keep up the good work Spenc and your Patriots.

MURPHY'S LAW

2010-09-11T09:34:00.000-07:00

Murphy's Law is a saying that what can go wrong will.
This is a story from today's paper 9-11-10.
A gentleman from Kokomo Indiana was traveling on Interstate 65 and got a flat tire on his Lexus. Put the spare tire on only to discover that, that was flat also. While filling the spare tire with air, it exploded when he overfilled it, ripping his shirt and bruising his chest and arms. In a case like that what do you do? He picked up his cell phone and in the middle of calling for help the phone went dead. This poor gentleman tried driving at about 20 to 25 mph to get to the next exit and to a tire store but didn't make it. His car was rear ended by a semi and each vehicle spun out of control. He was taken to the hospital with contusions and a laceration to his head. Nothing happened to the truck driver.
This man, you can say, had an interesting day.

THE WINNER IS!!!!!!

2010-09-09T09:08:00.000-07:00

As I mentioned awhile back, my grandson, Spencer, is playing football. I would have loved to be there when he played his first game last Saturday. When my daughter called to tell me the outcome of the game she was horse and said that the rest of the family was the same way.
I said never mind that, did he win. The answer to that question was yes, 21-20. Spencer alone took down the quarterback two times. My daughter said he is really making a name for himself.
Another game is scheduled for this Saturday in San Antonio which is about 125 miles away from their home. When they got over the shock of how far the game was the coach said he forgot to tell them it was a traveling team. I wonder how many will drop out of the team after learning this and $150.00 invested. Time will tell.
Well anyway, great job Spencer and good luck in the next game. I will be anxiously awaiting the results.
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FOOTBALL IS ROUGH

2010-09-02T12:36:00.000-07:00

While I was in Texas I had the opportunity to watch my grandson Spencer practice football. With the temperatures in the 100's I had a hard time sitting and watching let alone be a kid on the field playing, running and doing exercises.
I have never seen this before but after each practice the boys, and whom ever else wanted, were fed. Now keep in mind that they practice three times a week and after each practice they had food and drink. One day it was hot dogs, the next pizza, tacos, hamburgers and what ever else was prepared by the parents while the kids practiced.
Like I said football is a rough sport. At first Spencer was getting a little bored because all it was, was running, sit-ups, jumping jacks and other exercises. When the pushing and shoving started he was all for that. Spencer is a BIG boy and when he blocks or tackles someone they know it. We all have to keep in mind that accidents do happen, not on purpose, they just happen. Just last week they were lined up to scrimmage, Spencer plays guard, the whistle blew and Spencer nails this poor kid. When the dust settled and everyone was up it was noticed that the kid he blocked had a broken arm. Spencer really felt bad not only for breaking the arm but thinking about all the money the parents spent on this kids uniform, $150+ and now he has to sit out when they play their first game which is tomorrow, Sept 3.

THE TIME IS NEAR.

2010-08-17T13:22:00.000-07:00

The time is near, very near. You can feel it in the air. The excitement, sorry, fear and disappointment. What is this special time? The beginning of school. Excitement being going to school for the first time and meeting new challenges. Sorry being that summer is over and now the work must begin again. Fear is for the younger children in not knowing what to expect and the fact of leaving mom at home. Disappointment being not getting the teacher or classes you wanted. Many more words fit this category of school and in the end it will all work out.
Mom's and dad's look forward to this, except the first timers who will not be able to see their little ones go off to school. Yes there will be tears but after a few days they will go away and both mother and child will look forward to their own little world of silence and learning.
Good luck to all of you, I've done my share.

BLOG COPY

2010-08-12T13:14:00.000-07:00

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FROM THE MOUTH'S OF CHILDREN

2010-08-11T10:09:00.000-07:00

I was visiting my daughter in Texas for the last few weeks and had a good time. Being recently married there are of course newly acquired grandchildren. In this case it is a granddaughter. She was visiting dad. She lives in California.
While the two of us were sitting at the breakfast table getting to know each other with idle chit chat one of the two dogs walked by. It is a large dog. A DoGo and weighs about 80 pounds. As the dog walked by Destiny said poor Bear, I feel so sorry for him, of course I asked why and then realized the dog had been fixed. Her reply was "someone cut off his balls and left the sack" good thing I didn't have a mouthful of coffee. I quickly changed the subject by asking her if she watched Sponge Bob.
From the mouth;s of children of which this one was 9.

WHERE IS THE COOL WEATHER?

2010-07-19T17:13:00.000-07:00

This has been the hottest summer I can remember in a long time. The temperatures in the 90's for I don't know how long. Thursday the weatherman says 100?
Going to Texas tomorrow looking for relief but I am sure that I won't get it. Talked to my daughter this morning and she says temps in the 100's. WHAT IS A MAN TO DO?
I have no choice but to go to the water park in Killeen, Texas where my daughter lives and sit in the refreshing water, pretend I'm sleeping and check out the beautiful ladies as they walk by. Surely they can't arrest a 70 year old man from enjoying life and Gods beauty.
Looking forward to a nice trip taking my two grand kids back to their mother.

MOVING CLOSER.

2010-07-08T07:20:00.000-07:00

With my son-in-law being in the service one never knows where he will be stationed. For now it is Ft. Hood. He returned there in December from his second tour in Iraq. He was told that next year at this time he would be in Afghanistan. That's not going to happen. He is being sent to Georgia to be an instructor at Ft. Benning.
In miles that is about 400 miles closer to me so I will be able to drive it in one day instead of a day and a half to Texas.
I was stationed there for two years and it will be interesting to see how it changed since I was there in 1964.
It will be nice to have them closer.

I NEED A HUSBAND!!!!!!!!!

2010-06-10T09:05:00.000-07:00

Not me, I'm a guy. This statement was made by a 57 year old woman in Alliance, Ohio. This plea was called into the 911 number five times. The dispatcher could not believe what she was hearing. After the fifth time, police were dispatched to the woman's home and she was arrested for improper use of the 911 system. She spent three days in jail.
It would have been easier to call E-Harmony I guess.
Ladies and men too, think before you call seeking a companion.

THE KIDS

2010-06-04T08:37:00.000-07:00

This week concluded the school year for many. Mainly my grandchildren in Texas.
Aidden graduated and went on to first grade. How proud he was. He was dressed up in his finest. A suit white shirt and tie. Mom was there to see this milestone as well as Spencer. They let him out of class to see his brother graduate.
Yesterday was awards day for Spencer which was attended by his step-dad Jeremy. Spencer received an award for the best in his Science class and for the most improved for the semester. Way to go Spencer. I'm proud of you.
Today is Angelica's day. She is participating in a graduation ceremony going from fifth to sixth grade. Another stepping stone in life. Mom tells me she too was decked out in her finest. Fancy hair style and a pretty dress. Mom even went as far as letting her wear a little make-up. Mom couldn't make it because of work but her step-dad Jeremy will be there to see this happen.
I don't know how many folks realize how important it is to attend these ceremonies to show support for their children. It means a lot. It's too bad we all can't be there but I know life must continue with work and other obligations. Even if you can't be there make them know that they are special when you do see them.

IT'S BACK

2010-06-02T15:33:00.000-07:00

Do you ever wait and wait for your favorite program to return. I did and it finally did return last night, that being AMERICA'S GOT TALENT. It amazes me that there are so many talented people out there that we never hear about. Some even better that the ones that are in the headlines now. Keep your American Idol, Biggest Loser, Bachlorette and a few other programs that just don't have any meaning and do not supply entertainment to the tv viewer. I'm losing weight. Do I get a tv show. Anybody can do that in the privacy of their own home.
America's Got Talent has it all. Singers, dancer and oddities from all over the country. We need more shows like that.
I think Howie Mandel is a great addition to the show.

IT'S OVER

2010-05-26T07:15:00.000-07:00

Yes folks it's over. A program I never thought that I would get so interested in. That being Dancing With The Stars.
My choice to win was Evin and Anna, they came in second, but that's OK they were still good.
Kate was back and guess what? SHE STILL CAN'T DANCE. She looks like a stick in her movements.
This is the first season I really watched it. Was it because of the beautiful girls and the costumes and I'll tell you one thing I will definitely watch it next season. GOOD SHOW.

THEY CAN'T PRAY!!!!!!

2010-05-02T08:25:00.000-07:00

Not long ago I wrote that a 18 year old high school student, Eric Workman, who attends Greenwood High School somewhere in Central Indiana and is the valedictorian of the class filed suit against the school because the graduating class voted to say a prayer at the ceremony. He said this was wrong because it violated his First Amendment Rights.
The ACLU filed a lawsuit for this jerk. A judge ruled late Friday that the prayer could not be said at the graduation.
U. S. District Judge Sarah Evans Barker issued a preliminary injunction against the school saying the process in which students voted to have the prayer violated the First Amendment's establishment clause.
First of all lets remember the names of Eric Workman and Judge Sarah Evans Barker. Should you ever see their names on any ballot DO NO VOTE FOR THEM.
Further more what if the students took it upon themselves to start the prayer just as Eric was called to give his valedictorian speech. They can't arrest the whole class and this would leave Eric standing at the podium with nothing to say until the prayer was finished.
This has got to stop somewhere. Things are getting rediculous.

THE NEW MR. AND MRS.

2010-04-26T09:17:00.000-07:00

As I had written before I traveled to Texas in late March with grand kids in hand to the attend the marriage of my daughter Lorri.
It was a small but beautiful ceremony even though the day itself was terrible with a temperature of 38 degrees, raining and very, very windy. Keep in mind that the day before it was 78 degrees and sunny. People say that if it rains on a wedding day that means good luck and a good marriage.
At this time I would like to introduce you to my daughter and her new husband, Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Espinoza.
May they have a long and happy life.

THANKS FOR THE COMMENTS SANDY.

2010-04-13T09:03:00.000-07:00

You are so right. We AMERICANS have sat by too long bowing to others for what they want. It's time we took AMERICA back and that means from our politicians who are puppets as most of them are and others who speak out against us.

DO THEY PRAY OR NOT.

2010-04-04T11:13:00.000-07:00

In a earlier post I wrote about a young man wanting to stop a pray at his graduation even though a majority vote wanted to say the prayer. This young man, Eric Workman brought suit against the school wanting to stop the prayer.
The school not wanting to get into trouble has asked a federal judge if they should allow the prayer to be said.
Workman is ranked at the top of his class and is expected speak during graduation so he will be sitting on the stage while the prayer is said and this would make him feel uncomfortable.
Well Mr. Workman you can either put cotton in your ears, stay off of the stage until it is your turn to speak, don't speak and I'm sure this will make everyone happy or better yet don't show up for the graduation.
I vote for the last option. People like this make me sick and at some point in his life may be part of the downfall of this country.

A BEAUTIFUL WEDDING AND A HAPPY BRIDE.

2010-03-28T08:57:00.000-07:00

I attended my daughters wedding in Killeen, Texas last Saturday. It was small but very beautiful. The temperature the day before was 76 degrees, a perfect day for a wedding. But on her day it was raining and the temp was on 39 degrees and very, very windy.
The wedding was held in a small wedding chapel decorated beautifully for the occasion. There were no many people there only the best man and his wife and daughter, myself and my 6 grand children. This is the second marriage for both of them. Lorri was stunning in her gown which she had always dreamed of getting married in. He was in his military uniform with his 1st Calvary dress hat. They made a very handsome couple.
We went back to their house where there was a small reception and the groom did the cooking on the grill on this cold and rainy day. After we ate they had the cake ceremony and the eating of this delicious cake.
After all was said and done one could conclude that it was a beautiful day with the exception of the cold and rain. Both bride and groom are very happy and I wish them both a very long and happy like together.

LET US PRAY - NOT.

2010-03-16T10:31:00.000-07:00

When will it end? Can't say this, can't do this and God forbid if you look sideways at someone of another ethnic group your in big trouble.
The latest piece of crap comes from around the Indianapolis area. This 18 year old punk is asking a judge to stop a graduation prayer that the class voted to approve. This young person says that the prayer and the vote violate the First Amendment.
Guess who stepped in to help this jerk, you got it, the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana. This is an organization that is out to destroy the United States of America.
I look at it this way, a vote was taken and passed by a majority. One person is offended. SO WHAT. If he doesn't like it don't attend the graduation. STAY HOME. He can go to school later and pick it up his diploma. I wouldn't even waste the postage sending his diploma to him.

IS SPRING REALLY HERE?

2010-03-13T13:31:00.000-08:00

For the last couple of days the weather has been beautiful except for a little rain now and then. I even had the patio door open to get fresh air into the house. It felt good to do this.
As I sat at the kitchen table reading the paper and having coffee and the door open I heard a familiar chirping which to me is a sure sign that spring is near. It was a Robbin. Not only one but six of these little critters hoping around looking for breakfast.
There is also another clue that spring is near and that is setting the clocks ahead one hour and that will happen tonite.
Is it true then that spring has sprung?

DO THEY LEARN BETTER WHEN THEY ARE DRUNK?

2010-03-07T10:37:00.000-08:00

In Valparaiso, IN a young lady of 17 years old was arrested at the Vaparaiso High School for underage drinking. At 2:20 in the afternoon she tested positive for having alcohol in her system. She told police that she had been out drinking until 3 a.m. Thursday and that she had consumed vodka until she passed out.
I just wonder if her parents knew she was not at home or maybe she was drinking at home and maybe the police should have found out who she was with. If they were school friends they should have been tested too.
I wonder how much she learned that day and how much of our tax money was wasted on her.

THE MARRIAGE REF

2010-03-02T09:00:00.000-08:00

Another reality show has hit the airwaves. This one presented to us by Jerry Seinfeld. It is called the Marriage Ref.
A panel of three start sit and view couples that have a problem in their marriage. This night is was a guy who had his dog stuffed and displayed in the home and of course the wife didn't want it there. It was up to the panel to listen to the arguments and then decide which spouse to vote for. In this case the wife won and the dog was put in the attic.
The second couple had a situation where the husband wanted a stripper pole put in his bedroom for his wife to perform on. No way said the wife. As it turned out the wife won, no pole.
I really don't think that this show is going to stay on the air to long. Really dumb.
Looking for a new program.

LADIES DON'T EVER TELL YOUR MAN YOU DON'T LIKE HIS GIFTS.

2010-02-17T08:45:00.000-08:00

Valentines Day. A day of love, gifts and maybe a nice dinner out.
This happy couple were on their way to Michigan City, Indiana for a nice romantic dinner when the girl informed her boyfriend that she didn't like the stuffed animal and balloons he had given her on this special day.
At that point the boyfriend started hitting her and when she tried to defend herself he bit her. When she tried to call 911 he grabbed her phone and broke it. Being macho as he is he pulled the car to the side of the rode and pushed her out.
The girl was walking on the Borman Expressway in Indiana with a swollen lip, scratch below her eye and a bite mark on her arm.
Big guy later called the police and reported that he had been battered. He was taken to jail and was charged with battery, interfering with reporting a crime and criminal mischief.
Isn't it grand to be in love?

WATCHING THE OLYMPICS

2010-02-14T11:20:00.000-08:00

One of the things that I look forward to is watching the Olympics. Summer and winter. Although the opening ceremonies could not compete with the ceremonies of China, they were still very, very beautiful even with the glitch at the end with the torch. Had everyone kept their mouth shut nobody would have noticed. Well done Canada.
I received a 46 inch HD TV for Christmas and can only say that if you had the opportunity to watch it that way you are very fortunate. Everything is so clear that is seems that I was there. I loved when they showed the scenery of the mountains and Forrest, lakes and rivers, it just took my breath away. It was a real treat. No matter what event I am watching, it seems that I am right there and a part of it.
Just had to express how beautiful it is.

EFFECTS OF MY NEW TOY

2010-01-30T09:17:00.000-08:00

Today I am feeling the effects from using my new toy. That toy being a WII system. I played 3 games of bowling, 3 rounds of golf, 3 games of baseball and two games of tennis. By doing that I have found muscles that I haven't used for a long, long time. I bought the system because my doctor told me I had to exercise and exercise I did. This is good because I am enjoying playing the games and at the same time I am getting exercise without doing the exercises I don't like to do such as sit ups and the like.
My goal is to lose 10 pounds or more before summer and I think I have found the fun way to do it along with diet.
I'll let you know how I do in a month or so.

GETTING ANXIOUS

2010-01-11T08:30:00.000-08:00

When you are looking forward to something really big happening you get anxious and either time goes by fast or slow. In this case my daughter is awaiting the arrival of her man from Iraq. The kids are preparing signs and my daughter is making the house spic and span and stocking the frig to prepare some good meals. She says that the time is flying and that there are not enough hours in a day to do what she wants to do.
On the other hand time is moving at a snails pace for those who are coming home and are waiting for the day that they leave that hell hole and return to their loved ones.
Good job guys and have a safe trip home. Everyone is looking forward to your arrival.
God Bless.

HDD RECORDERS

2010-01-09T09:41:00.000-08:00

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WAL-MART FINALLY GOT THE PICTURE!

2010-01-05T14:06:00.000-08:00

For months Wal-Mart has been way behind in it's price on milk. With Jewel and Strack and VanTil having their milk prices at $2.28 is wasn't hard to understand why Wal-Mart had so much of the white liquid nectar on their shelf that was out dated. I went there today and someone finally whispered in their ear that their $3.48 prices were not the lowest around so now their prices for milk are $2.28
Way to go John Q Public if it's too high, let it sit on the shelves.

THEY LEFT US AND WE FORGOT.

2010-01-05T08:50:00.000-08:00

If you are like me I forget who, of importance, passed away during the year. When their name is mentioned on the news we may comment "that's too bad I liked her or him" and remember for about a week or a month. Six months from then someone will bring up a celebreties name and say, I wonder if he or she is still alive.
It isn't until the end of the year when a column is printed in the paper naming all of the people in television or film industry who have passed away this year.
In the television industry there were 14 stars who have left us and in the film industry there were also 14 stars that have left us.
Just to name a few to see if you remember. Soupy Sales, Ed McMahon, Walter Cronkite, David Caradine of "Kung Fu,", Gene Barry, Billy Mays who could sell anything, Gale Storm and all of our favorites Farrah Fawcett.
In the film industry we had Patrick Swayze, of recent BrittanyMurphy, porn star Marilyn Chanbers, comedian Dom DeLuise, Mr. sauve Ricardo Montalban, Karl Malden, Jennifer Jones. This is not a complete list but enough to say I didn't know when asked about if they are still with us.
One thing for certain is that they will be with us a long time as well as others of long ago when you see them on television or on CD's
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PLEASE LET ME TALK TO A REP.

2010-01-04T12:01:00.000-08:00

I ordered a bundle from ATT. Phone service, Internet and Direct TV. In talking to the representative I was told that my monthly bill would be $114.00 which is far less that what I was paying before. My ATT bill came for the phone and Internet and that was OK. I got a separate bill from Direct TV and that was $88.00. Where is that $114.00 bill? I tried calling today and all that you get nowadays is an automated voice that told me that my current bill is $77.00. Where is that $114.00.
Now here's the kicker, if I wanted to speak to a agent it would cost me $5.00. $5.00 what the heck is that all about. I was really frustrated at that point and just hung up until I cool down.
$5.00 to talk to an agent, that's nuts.

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HAWAII SLIP AND FALL LAWYER

2010-01-02T10:37:00.000-08:00

At some time in your life you may need a lawyer and a good one at that. Let me give you a website where you can feel comfortable and that is http://www.westoahulaw.com/. Visit the website and see the many types of law cases they can handle and some of the settlements they have gotten for their clients.
This is the law office of David W. Barlow where there is a no fee guarantee which means that you don't have to pay anything unless they win for you. The Hawaii Slip and Fall Lawyer
is located in a city in Hawaii near you so I would suggest that if you are in need of a lawyer, visit http://www.westoahulaw.com/.

SPECIAL MESSAGE!

2009-12-31T12:09:00.001-08:00

HAVE A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND SAFE NEW YEAR!!

GOD BLESS.

LETS NOT FORGET OUR MEN AND WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD.

I DON'T BELIEVE SON OF SAM TOLD HIM TO DO IT.

2009-12-29T15:44:00.000-08:00

A young man of 22 years of age was at home in LaPorte, Indiana with his mother. He was watching television and the mother was on the computer. The son was put into a rage and began smashing things and beating his mother. He broke the phone and cell phone so she could not call for help. The mother locked herself in the bathroom and the son proceeded to knock the door down, used a piece of wood from the door jamb to beat her for several minutes and then tried to poke her eyes out. The father arrived home just about that time and stopped the boy and called the police. As he was being taken away he kept saying the Son Of Sam told him to do it.
Three months prior he put his mother in a choke hold almost killing her when he was stopped. Again upon being taken away by police he kept saying that he was Jesus.
My question is why did they let him out the first time. Isn't what he did attempted murder?
This time it says that he MAY get 12 years in jail. Is that enough for what he did? Shouldn't there be some sort of mental treatment or testing he should have to go through?
At any rate it is good that he is behind bars now where he can do no harm to his mother or anyone else.

SPECIAL DAY!

2009-12-25T09:35:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

ENJOY AND BE SAFE.

MIRACLES DO HAPPEN

2009-12-24T11:36:00.000-08:00

In the post prior to this I said my daughter in Texas wished she had our snow. She moved to Killeen in July from Shiner which is farther south. Being north she didn't know what kind of winter she was in store for. As I said she wished she had our snow and have a white Christmas.
About noon today she called today screaming into the phone "its' snowing it's snowing." She said it was coming down pretty good and maybe they will have a white Christmas.
Maybe you will Lorri, maybe you will.

MY DAUGHTER MISSES COLD AND SNOW.

2009-12-24T07:41:00.000-08:00

I keep telling my daughter who lives in Texas about the sleet, rain, ice and snow we have here for the holidays and she says she wishes she was here to enjoy it. Enjoy? You have got to be kidding. Then she goes on to tell me about the 70 degree temperatures they have and how it just doesn't seem like Christmas. I think I could handle that kind of Christmas. She and the kids have been down there seven years now and have not seen snow since they left. Sure wish we could send this stuff down her way.

NEARLY DONE

2009-12-23T07:47:00.000-08:00

With Christmas just two day away hopefully everyone is done or almost done with shopping and wrapping. I know these thing can be very stressful but you have to take it easy. Easier said than done, right.
I can say that all of my shopping and wrapping is done. I am having family and friends over on Christmas day for dinner, visiting and present exchange. As for the dinner part I am going food shopping today to get, hopefully, everything I need to have a great meal. I have ordered a sugar spiral ham from Heavenly Ham, so that takes care of the meat part but there are still the little odds and ends needed to make a great Christmas meal.
Just want to say have a very Merry Christmas. Enjoy and be careful.

IT SNOWED LAST NIGHT.

2009-12-22T08:19:00.000-08:00

When I woke this morning much to my wondering eyes appeared a blanket of white indicating that it had snowed during the night. What a lovely sight. I can say this because I don't have to go to work because I as retired. My granddaughter Delaney was excited beyond words, she wanted to go out and play in it. This is OK but not a 6:15 a.m.. There is a snow removal service for our area but Delaney, being 8, wanted to shovel snow and of course play in it. I live in a duplex and my neighbors are up in age and she was out shoveling her drive way because he just had back surgery and has trouble with it. I told Delaney to go help my neighbor who had just shoveled a path the the mail box and went back into the house. About a half hour later I checked on Delaney and much to my surprise she had shoveled my neighbors entire drive-way. Great job for a little 8 year old weighing about 50 pounds. It gave me a warm feeling to see that she cared about others and wanted to help.
God does produce little angles.

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

2009-12-12T08:18:00.000-08:00

If you are still interested in getting that perfect gift for that perfect someone. My daughter in Texas has taken on an at home job and that is selling AVON. If you use AVON please visit her website at www.youravon.com/lorrioconnor. You can order from her website and products will be shipped directly from the warehouse.
Give her a try, you'll like it.
MERRY CHRISTMAS.

SOLD SOME OLD GOLD

2009-12-07T13:28:00.000-08:00

With the price of gold going up and up, one would think that they have a fortune sitting in their dresser drawers or safe deposit boxes. I had such a thought when I took in my class ring from high school and some other old pieces of what I thought was gold.
In taking these pieces of jewelery to a jeweler I found out that these were only thoughts of grandeur and even thought the price of gold in over $1000.00 don't expect to get that much. Some of the pieces were gold plated so they were rejected and a beautiful silver piece with pearls turned out to be costume jewelry. My thoughts of receiving a lot of money quickly was smashed as the final tally was presented to me on a piece of paper. I guess the expression on my face told the clerk of my disappointment as the figure on the sheet of paper read $223.41.
I accepted that amount keeping in mind that it was only junk jewelry trying to keep any sentimental feelings at bay.

IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE FOOD OR PEOPLE, JUST LEAVE.

2009-11-30T08:19:00.000-08:00

There are a lot of strange people who do strange things in our world. Things happen on a regular day and things happen on a holiday when friends and family get together, for instance Thanksgiving. Like I said in my title, if you don't like the food or people, just leave.
This happened in Jupiter, Florida. There had been an ongoing resentment among family members. The family sat down and enjoyed a wonderful dinner. It did not appear that there was an altercation prior to this incident.
After dinner, Paul Michael Merhige of Miami left briefly before returning with a gun and killing his pregnant sister, 6 year old cousin and two other relatives. Wounded by this idiot was his pregnant sisters twin and his 79 year old aunt.
This will be a Thanksgiving that will be long remembered by the family and I hope he will remember it while sitting in a jail cell for the rest of his life.

PAYING HIS LAST RESPECTS TO AN OLD FRIEND

2009-11-27T09:50:00.000-08:00

A man was on his way to the funeral of a dear friend. On the way there he was arrested for drunken driving after he lost control of his truck and crashed it into a ditch in Hobart, Indiana.
His excuse (maybe it is true) was that a deer ran out in front of him and he swerved to miss it and crashed into the ditch.
Never the less do you show up a friends funeral drunk. I wouldn't but I guess some people do.