Sandy's Blog

Rogue Status

2012-01-30T13:57:00.000-08:00

I have two young adult sons who enjoy wearing hats and t shirts. They rarely dress up because they love being comfortable and they really enjoy the look. I recently visited a website that sold hats and t shirts just like they prefer. rogue status is the brand name of these items. They had some interesting items to check out. I am sure my sons would enjoy wearing something like what they make.

Relocating

2012-01-27T11:00:00.001-08:00

Our sons are planning to relocate in about a month. They are trying so hard to find an apartment, duplex, or house that they can rent and afford to rent. It's been a real challenge. Our youngest son is scrambling to find a full time job in that area. We are praying and believing everything will fall into place at the right time.

Pool Gate

2012-01-23T10:39:00.000-08:00

Every summer we put up our larger above ground pool. We have it all fenced in for privacy but one end is open to get to our house. Our small town leaders had noticed that there were many pools going up around town and made it law that each pool should be enclosed for safety purposes. So now we have to think about getting a pool gate to close up the entrance.

Texas

2012-01-23T10:36:00.000-08:00

In about a couple of weeks we will be taking a quick trip down to Texas. We have a niece and her family that live down there and my husband's older sister. We haven't seen them since last summer and thought it would be fun to take a long weekend and go visit them. Our niece is so excited and is planning a big barbecue when we get there. She wants to have her family all come. I sure hope the weather holds out so that we can go. If it snows we are stuck at home.

SWTICHING FOR THE BETTER

2012-01-20T18:52:00.000-08:00

SWTICHING FOR THE BETTER

Thanks to Lemuel Craft

We have good satellite TV and CLEAR deals now that our neighbors told us what service they were using. We were over there for dinner the other night and started to get into a discussion about how expensive internet and television were. My husband and I think that it is really expensive and they just didn’t think that it was that much. We ended up disclosing how much we each paid every month. I was shocked that they paid about fifty dollars less every month for the save type of services that we had. I just was totally shocked. I was kicking myself for not looking for a better deal sooner and just assuming that the price that I was getting was the going rate. So, I have scheduled an appointment for them to come out next week and install the internet and television. I really feel like a huge dummy and am kicking myself that I have been over spending for years. At least I learned about it now, a few more years of overpaying, I don’t know that I could handle knowing how much money I had just given away!

Gold Rush

2012-01-20T18:49:00.001-08:00

One show that my husband and I really enjoy is Gold Rush that is on the Discovery Channel. It is very interesting to see how each team deals with finding gold and the troubles they run into trying to find the gold and become successful at it. They depend on finding enough to support their families and at times it gets pretty scary that they won't meet their goals. It's very worth watching.

Personal Creations Coupon codes

2012-01-16T15:02:00.000-08:00

I occasionally shop online for items that we use around our home or gifts for friends or family. I love the different kind of items I can find online and they often are on sale or at a reduced cost so I buy it. But before I lock in to accept the final cost I always look for ways that I can even save more. I like finding coupons to save more or receive free shipping like with Personal Creations Coupon codes. It's been amazing how much I have saved.

Winter

2012-01-16T15:00:00.000-08:00

This winter has been unbelievable! Here it is the middle of January and we have no snow on the ground. It's actually kind of hard to find snow where we live. And when we have gotten a little snow we get some warm days to melt it away quickly. I don't ever remember having a winter like this. We all are loving it!

Baby Blankets

2011-12-29T08:42:00.001-08:00

It seems like it goes in phases in our family with new little babies arriving. This fall my niece had her third child and he is so adorable. Now my nephew and girlfriend are expecting a little girl in March. Babies are so fun and I love holding them. Thinking about gifts for babies makes me think of buying baby blankets. They come in so many different varieties and you can also buy them by gender which would be perfect to buy one of the cute baby girl blankets for my nephew's little girl. Back in blanket history you can find that that is probably the one item that most babies feel security with so if you know of someone who is expecting you may want to purchase a special baby blanket for their new baby.

Haircut

2011-12-29T08:40:00.000-08:00

I went this morning to get a haircut. It really wasn't too long but thought I would get it shaped up before we have our last family Christmas. It's amazing how good it can make a person feel to just get a little hair cut off. I am sure glad I didn't cancel my appointment because I had thought to do that. She did a great job and it feels great too!

JanSport

2011-12-21T14:19:00.000-08:00

My husband and one son are planning a trip to Norway sometime in 2012. One item my husband has been really wanting is a nice backpack to take along on the flight and also to carry with him if they do some hiking and sightseeing. There are many good quality backpacks available but I think he would really like a jansport backpack. They look durable and would hold a lot of his stuff. He may just have to check into getting one of those.

The Muppets

2011-12-21T14:17:00.000-08:00

This Friday we are going as a family to see the latest Muppet movie. We have a theater not far from us that is playing it and it only cost $2 per person to get in. Now that's a bargain. They have good popcorn too. So that is what we are going to do for entertainment on Friday night. We have heard nothing but good commments about this movie.

Being the Boss

2011-12-21T14:08:00.000-08:00

Being the Boss

Thanks for the post from Sylvester Campbell

Being the boss is hard enough as it is but in this economy it’s downright petrifying. I’ve been working overtime trying to figure out ways to save us more money so I won’t have to lay anyone off but as you can imagine, it’s not like having a stationery company is a cash cow in this economy. I looked on http://smallbusiness.xo.com/ not too long ago for a cheaper business system than what I was using and that’s going to save us some on the website and I’ve asked my calligrapher to go part time rather than full. I actually even stopped sourcing paper from the high-end company I’ve used for years because they were just too pricey – I cut my costs to keep up with waning demand. I think we’ll make it through thanks to a happy holiday season with lots of cards as well as a hopefully bountiful wedding season coming up in the spring. Etsy is also a great money maker for us so I’m going to keep on keeping on until I can’t!

Christmas Preparation

2011-12-21T14:06:00.000-08:00

I am busy trying to get the last minute Christmas prep done before Saturday. That is when we will be celebrating Christmas together with our sons. I have some desserts to make, clean house some and work too. I have tomorrow off so I am going to accomplish as much as I possibly can before our sons get home tomorrow night. I am excited and love this time of year.

Mobile Computer Workstations at Howard-Medical.com

2011-12-13T13:19:00.000-08:00

If you have ever visited a hospital recently you will often see these mobile computer workstations that the nurses and doctors can roll into room after room and check on the patients records or other information they may need. It has to be so handy for these nurses and doctors because there isn't a lot of running back and forth to find out information they need to know at that time. For equipment like this any hospital facility could find mobile computer workstations at Howard-Medical.com.

Bobcats for Sale

2011-12-13T13:13:00.000-08:00

My husband is the administrator of an retirement facility and we live where we tend to get lots of snow. He does have a large blade on his truck to move all the snow throughout the parking lots but he often says how nice it would be to have a bobcat to help pile it up higher. For fun he has looked at bobcats for sale to see just what it would cost to own one. Maybe some day he will be able to get one to help around the place where he works.

Weekend

2011-12-09T15:19:00.000-08:00

I get so excited when I get the weekend off. I work every other weekend and treasure the ones I have off. Tonight my husband and I are going to the movie Courageous. Then tomorrow we will probably stick around home and get some chores done. We may take a day and do some Christmas shopping. Then on Monday when I am still off we are going to our sons place and go to the casino where our oldest son works and eat their Mexican buffet. They have the best buffets ever there. So I think we have some productive things planned and some fun. I am really looking forward to this weekend!

Diving Goggles

2011-11-28T14:25:00.000-08:00

Not too long ago we went to Kauai with some friends. They travel a lot and do some very different things when they vacation. One of the things they really enjoy is to scuba dive or snorkel. So when we were in Kauai they talked like they had wished they would have brought some of their gear to do an activity like one of these. Gear needed for scuba diving would be diving goggles and other items. Without those they would have had to rent some and they didn't feel like doing that.

Decorating

2011-11-28T14:20:00.000-08:00

On Saturday I spent most of the day decorating our home for Christmas. Luckily I had my boys home and my husband and they all helped in some sort of way. It fairly smooth and it got done. Then today a co worker and I went to where we work and decorated several trees, it was a big job. The lights would not cooperate and it got a little frustrating. Sure glad that is all done for another year.

Car Insurance Rates

2011-11-28T10:21:00.000-08:00

When my husband and I are looking for car insurance we are looking to find lower premiums but to have very good coverage. We don't like to take a lot of time contacting different insurance agencies to find out which one is the best. So that is when using a good site online works out very well. You can receive car insurance rate quotes in minutes and it makes it so easy to compare. Everyone is accepted including students and people who are at fault drivers. Now you can get insurance without the hassle. The insurance is affordable and you can obtain it through major car insurance providers. If you are someone who is in the process of looking for insurance then save yourself some time and check out this website.

Thanksgiving

2011-11-22T11:46:00.001-08:00

I have been busy making my list of the foods I want to make for Thanksgiving dinner. Our boys will be coming home for a few days and that excites me. It is a wonderful time of year to reflect on our lives and how much God blesses us. Thanksgiving day should be everyday and I try and give God the thanks for all he does for us.

RV Financing

2011-11-17T14:57:00.000-08:00

Are you someone who is looking for an rv and need to find a loan to help pay for it? I know my husband and I would love to buy a camper sometime in the near future and most likely we would need some rv financing to help us out. The internet is a great tool to use when it comes to finding a financing option.

Palm Trees

2011-11-10T10:33:00.000-08:00

When we were on vacation to Kauai we saw many beautiful plants and trees. And because it is a more tropical island there were plenty of palm trees. That has to be one of my favorite things to see when we go on a trip like this. I spotted a couple of them together so I took an opportunity to take a different angle picture of it and I am pleased at how well it turned out so I want to share it on my blog.

Send an Enagement Gift

2011-11-06T13:47:00.000-08:00

I have a nephew who has been recently engaged. The family is very excited for them and his fiance is a real sweetheart. In occasions like this, is it proper to send an enagement gift? I'm sure if you are close friends or family it might be a nice thing to do. I guess it's something to think about.

Back Surgery Laser

2011-10-29T10:08:00.000-07:00

My mom has had issues with her back over the years and she still deals with it quite a bit. I have seen her go into the hospital and have back surgery where they have had to make it a major surgery. Now there are places offering back surgery laser which is less invasive. It is something to really consider and educate yourself on if you would need this done.

Reservations Clerk Jobs

2011-10-29T10:04:00.000-07:00

I have often thought it would be fun to work at a hotel. I think it would be a great way to meet people from all over. A great way to find Reservations Clerk Jobs would be to use the internet because there are some really great sites that make it easy to find specific job opening like this one in an city and state you want to live in.

Blow Hole

2011-10-29T09:58:00.001-07:00

A very cool thing we saw when we were in Kauai was a blow hole. It was fun to watch it blow the water out of the hole and the sound that it would make was very unique. My husband was in charge of taking pictures of it and I think he got a couple of good shots of it when it was blowing.

Circus

2011-10-22T06:58:00.000-07:00

Circus

Thanks for the guest post by Bradly Watkins

I moved to Austin last year to get my graduate degree here at UT and am only sad I didn’t spend my undergraduate years here. The city is amazing. The people are weird. The food is delicious. The art is one-of-a-kind. And, the boys are goooooood lookin’. The only thing is, since I’m in school, I don’t get to experience the area like I wish I could. I made sure I spent time visiting apartments and good, safe areas because I was going to be spending so much time there studying. Allhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifthe natural light sold me. I’m a sucker for curling up on the couch with a few articles and the window open to do schoolwork. Turns out, though, I’ve got some upstairs neighbors who do about everything BUT study. Everything loud. Sing, dance, stomp, yell, cry, fight, laugh. It’s like a three-ring circus above me. About the only things I can concentrate on when they’re home are mindless internet browsing, researching texas electricity providers to find better rates, checking and re-checking my email, and scrolling through Pinterest. It’s definitely time for this student to make a move.

Working Weekend

2011-10-22T06:53:00.000-07:00

Well, it' my weekend to work and I wish I could be home. My boys came home to visit and we are going to have a beautiful fall weekend of weather. Thankfully I only work about 5 hours each day so I should still have some daylight hours with them. I work every other weekend so I treasure my weekends off.

Metal Detectors Garrett

2011-10-12T11:14:00.000-07:00

Searching for valuables using metal detectors garrett can be very exciting and a great hobby, as well. Metal detectors come in all price ranges, so you need to check them out and decide which one would work best for you. By checking the Internet, you can always find the best available prices for metal detectors. It is always good to also read the reviews of others who have used the Garrett Metal Detectors to find out which ones were more satisfying. Sometimes one that costs a bit less has been highly rated, as well as, those that are more expensive. It pays to investigate what others think of these metal detectors.

Houses For Rent

2011-10-12T11:07:00.000-07:00

Today often people are finding it easier to rent a home that to buy one. They also may have a rental home they wish to list, as well. When going on vacation, it is an easy matter to check out houses for rent by going on the Internet. You can choose the country you wish to visit and then fill out a simple form showing the details of a home you would like to rent. By then selecting the area, or state, you will find more selections and you can narrow it down to exactly where you would like to vacation, or for that matter, move to and live there. If you are a property owner, you can easily list your rental properties at the same place for a reasonable charge.

Costume City Coupons

2011-10-03T11:50:00.000-07:00

Halloween can be a fun time of the year as long as a person doesn't get too involved in the creepy, evil side of things. Wearing fun costumes and clothing can be enjoyable. I enjoy seeing what children wear when the go trick or treating. Even adults get into it and often have their own Halloween parties to attend. If you are looking to save on rental of a costume instead of purchasing one maybe you could try one of the costume city coupons. Why not have fun and save some money too.

Fall

2011-10-03T11:48:00.000-07:00

We have really been blessed with some great fall weather. This week we are anticipating temperatures in the 70s and 80s. It is an absolute gorgeous day today and I am hoping to get outside some to enjoy it. I think it would be a good time to clean our van. It needs it badly.;)

Cosmetology School

2011-09-13T20:10:00.000-07:00

If you are considering a career in cosmetology then I know just the school for you. Regency Beauty Institute has several Cosmetology school across the nation. It is the fastest cosmetology school around. This school offers an excellent education and modern salons where they can get professional training. When the students have graduated the school offers job placement. They can help place these students in jobs like runways, salons and cruise ships. These students get such an excellent education that they are sought after by many people. It is the place to go if you want that career in cosmetology. This blog post was based on information provided by Blogitive. For more information, please visit Blogitive.com or contact Regency Beauty Institute – 7100 Northland Circle, Suite 312 – Brooklyn Park, MN 55428

Fun with my Boys

2011-09-13T20:06:00.000-07:00

I got to spend a couple of days with my boys last week. One evening we took a nice walk through a gorgeous park that wasn't far from where they live. The weather was gorgeous and the park was full of trees and a very nice bike path. We also saw a deer with her baby that passed in front of our van. It was a lot of fun.

Tourmaster

2011-09-13T19:12:00.000-07:00

Last year about this time my husband and I had taken a trip to Daytona Beach. They were celebrating Biketoberfest where thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts gathered. Many people were dressed up in their bike gear and shops were selling motorcycle products and clothing. Most likely many were wearing the tourmaster brand of jackets and gloves because I have seen this style and it looked very familiar to me. They looked pretty sharp going down the roads.

Key Man Insurance

2011-09-13T17:35:00.001-07:00

Some businesses have people who are vital to their company. They are so knowledgeable and important to the relationship of the business that if this person died they would lose a very important part of their business. That is when a business can purchase key man insurance. This protects them in the loss of their key man or woman who is so vital to the company.

My Mom and Dad

2011-09-03T14:41:00.000-07:00

I recently received a really nice picture of my mom and dad. I thought it turned out so good. It was taken about a month ago and I'm so glad I have it because we have found out that my dad is terminal and failing fast. We are so blessed because we know he is a born again Christian and is ready to pass on. He will be in glory and that gives us peace.

Personalized Leather Gifts

2011-09-01T14:40:00.000-07:00

Sometimes it is hard to think of good ideas to buy gifts for loved ones. Example would be my parents. They are older and have all they really need so it takes some thinking as to what type of gift I would want to buy them. One idea is personalized leather gifts because leather is a great idea to put into several kinds of gifts. For example a travel bag or a wallet. These make good practical gifts that most everyone can use.

Me and My Hubby

2011-08-29T16:13:00.000-07:00

I love getting up to date pictures of me and my hubby. Especially when they turn out pretty good. When we were in Eureka Springs, Arkansas in July we had a picture taken together in a cool looking spot on Main Street. I really like it and so glad that it turned out. So I thought I would post it on my blog.

Austin Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

2011-08-27T12:54:00.000-07:00

With summer here it is very common to see many motorcycles around town and on the highways. I know they are a lot of fun to ride and it's great to be out with the wind in their hair but they scare me. I am always worried that someone may turn in front of them because they didn't see them or something bad would happen. I know of many people who have lost their lives because of motorcycle accidents or have been hurt so badly that they can't hold a job or have trouble health wise living day to day. It's especially hard when it wasn't the person on the motorcycles fault and they have to deal with all costs endured by the accident. That is when it is important to contact an Austin motorcycle accident lawyer. They can help you with a situation like this.
If you find yourself in a predicament like this then contact O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949.

Hawaii

2011-08-27T12:51:00.000-07:00

In just over a month my husband and I are going to join another couple who are dear friends and we are taking a trip to Kauai, Hawaii. This is the first time that we have ever been there. Our friends have a time share and they invited us to go along with them. We are very excited and can't believe it's almost here. We have been planning this for a very long time. It seemed so far away when they first asked us and now it's just a month away.

Outdoor Thermometers at Cleanairgardening

2011-08-23T18:44:00.000-07:00

We have a nice deck outside our back door and we get so much enjoyment out of it. On the lower end of the deck we have a swimming pool set up in the summer time. I spend a lot of time out there and when I do I like to know what time it is and often check to see what the temperature is. In the winter time my husband likes to see how cold it is so it is important to have a outdoor thermometer to read. outdoor thermometers at cleanairgardening is a great place to find very nice clocks/thermometers. They are very stylish and attractive.

Everybody Loves Raymond

2011-08-23T18:41:00.000-07:00

I have some favorite sitcoms that I watch quite a bit and one of them is Everybody Loves Raymond. It is really strange that I did not watch these when they were first on. I started to watch them when they became reruns and my husband and I have gotten a lot of enjoyment and laughter out of them.

Putting together my dream home gym

2011-08-22T12:15:00.000-07:00

Guest post written by Tara Lewis

I've thought about putting together a home gym for a while now. I just like being at home and working out so that I can concentrate on my own workout instead of being self conscious around other people. I also hate waiting to get on cardio machines at the gym, which is a problem during the times that I can go to the gym. So I thought that it would be good to finally work on one for myself at home.

So I went online to see exactly what I could do with my guest bedroom to make it into a fitness room. While I was online looking at some info on what I could do with that space, I ran across the site homeproimprovement.com. After I looked through it a little bit, I decided that I should use it to get some carpet in that room that would be good for a gym type area.

I've found some other ideas for my fitness room. I want it to be very calming, but in a way where I can just focus on my workout and not anything else.

Pool

2011-08-22T12:13:00.000-07:00

It saddened me but we had to take our pool down this past weekend. I don't know what it was but we had a terrible time keeping it clean this summer. Never have we had that much trouble. It was also getting too cold to get into so down it went. We also sent it to the garbage guy and plan to get a new one next summer.

Austin Personal Injury Attorney

2011-08-16T20:01:00.000-07:00

It is really sad when you see people who have been hurt in a car accident and they suffer so much with the injuries they endure. They find that they can't hold down a job or that some everyday activities are even hard to accomplish. Not only the suffering from the injuries do they endure each day but also the expenses that are incurred because of the accident. The insurance companies do what they can but also look out for themselves. If you find that you are someone in this predicament then you should call a Austin personal injury attorney because they are there to represent people like you. They want to get you the compensation you deserve and help you go on with your life. Give them a call today.

O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949

I was paid for this post. I have given my honest opinion and was not swayed in any way.

Heat Wave

2011-08-11T15:12:00.000-07:00

The heat wave is finally over. I think we had a straight month of intense heat and humidity. The last couple of days have been so amazing. We have been able to shut off our air conditioner and open up windows. It has actually gotten a little chilly in the mornings but it feels refreshing. I'm not ready for fall yet but this is sure a nice break.

Top 10 Bookshelf Speakers

2011-08-11T15:08:00.000-07:00

Do you like your music loud when your playing it? I sure do and I want some really good speakers to put out the music and the bass when I am playing my stereo. But sometimes speakers are too large. I prefer smaller ones that can sit on a bookshelf or somewhere where they won't take up a lot of space. When searching for something like this I like to use the Internet to find the top 10 bookshelf speakers so that I can know I am getting the best.

La Gloria Cubana

2011-08-11T15:01:00.001-07:00

I am not too familiar with cigars. I remember as a child that my dad would smoke a cigar once in awhile. I always thought the smell of cigars smelled so sweet. I have heard that la gloria cubana are premium handmade cigars. These cigars are rich in flavor and heritage. Like many things on the Internet you can find these cigars at a discounted price. So this is the place to look for them if you desire to own some.

Yoga Mats

2011-08-04T18:08:00.000-07:00

There are a lot of people who are really into yoga. They say it is a great way to relax and also helps in losing weight. When I have seen people doing this they usually have yoga mats that they sit on. The Internet is the place to purchase these because you can find different colors, styles and prices.

Christmas Cards

2011-07-31T06:44:00.000-07:00

It is hard to believe that we are over half way through this year already. It is unreal how fast time flies. I work with a gal who just told me the other day that she has begun Christmas shopping already. I know a lot of people try to do that. So if people are Christmas shopping then I suppose they are shopping for those special Christmas Cards that they want to send to friends and family. The internet is a great place to find cards like this. It beats going out and shopping for them plus you can buy them this early and have them when you are ready to start writing in them.

Arkansas

2011-07-13T14:29:00.000-07:00

Won't be long and my family will be heading to Arkansas. We have rented a cabin and will be joining up with other family members from my husband's side to have a reunion. We plan to stay there 3 nights and we can't wait. It looks absolutely gorgeous there and we've heard it's by a river where they are planning a lot of water activities. Should be lots of fun.

Blu Cigs

2011-07-13T14:14:00.000-07:00

Throughout my lifetime I have witnessed people in my family and acquaintances that have struggled to quit smoking. They enjoy it so much but know it is not good for their health. Some have had great success in quitting but just can't seem to kick the craving for the nicotine or they just enjoyed smoking. In this case there is another option to fill that craving and that would be to smoke an electronic cigarette. Blu cigs are an e-cigarette that comes in a starter kit. They are rechargeable and a person can purchase different flavors of cartridges to put into them. Each cartridge is the equivalency of a pack of cigarettes. People are finding they are able to smoke these most anywhere. They are enjoyed by many and love that they can have a safer alternative to smoking. If you find you are someone like this it may be worth looking into.

Birthday

2011-07-11T09:35:00.000-07:00

Last week we went and celebrated our youngest son's birthday with him and his brother. He turned 24. We celebrated by going to Huhot which is one of our favorite places to eat. We then headed to The Isle which is a casino where our oldest son works as a security officer. They were giving free Snuggle beach towels away to all of their members. So we walked away with 3 of them. It was a very fun day and we always love spending time with our boys.

Waterproof Digital Cameras

2011-07-10T13:23:00.000-07:00

We are planning a trip to Hawaii with some friends this fall. They have been there several times and love to do a lot of water type excursions. They have gone snorkeling and scuba diving. When they have done this they come home with some pretty amazing under water pictures. Most likely they own a waterproof digital cameras to take this with. I think it is pretty amazing that the capabilities of taking pictures under water is pretty phenomenal.

Holiday Weekend

2011-07-02T06:51:00.000-07:00

It is the 4th of July holiday weekend and I have to work again. It can't be helped but it gets kind of old missing out on this holiday once again. Maybe when I get home on the 4th, my husband and I can have a barbecue and catch some fireworks. That would probably help. I don't mean to complain because I am grateful for a job. I hope everyone has a wonderful July 4th celebration.

Taking over the place

2011-06-27T14:34:00.000-07:00

Taking over the place

Guest post by Gerard Mcdaniel

I didn't know a thing about the business, but when dad decided he had to retire due to a medical issue, I was left with little choice but to take over the family company. It's a small furniture store, but there's a lot to consider when you are not running it all by yourself. I was pretty much terrified from the word go. I decided to do some updating first and foremost which meant buying a new inventory program for the computer which was hopefully going to streamline everything. Once that taking care of I decided it was finally time the store started accepting credit cards, so I did some research on sites like bank card processing to find out what an acceptable exchange rate was. Now I finally feel like the furniture store is in the new millennium and I have a feeling all loyal customers are really going to appreciate all my efforts. I have mom and dad both are really grateful I took over!

Mom and Dad

2011-06-23T12:50:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago we went to visit my folks. We took them out for dinner and then went back to their place to visit a little bit. I took my camera along because it had been awhile since any pictures had been taken with myself and them. I thought they turned out pretty well so I decided to post one on my blog.

Barcode Scanners

2011-06-22T14:42:00.000-07:00

Technology has come a long way since I was a little girl. I remember when I would go shopping with my mom and it came time to check out the gal at the register had to push buttons to add in the cost of the items. Now if you walk into a store and go to the check out lanes everyone is using barcode scanners. Many of them are wireless so that if you have a large item they can just come over to your cart and scan it. It's pretty cool how it all works.

Party Invitations

2011-06-22T14:37:00.000-07:00

It's summer time and a lot of things are going on. With holidays like July 4th or block parties, family reunions it's fun to throw parties to celebrate. Many people like to go all out when it comes to a special party. Maybe it's a theme party or just a time to get together and have fun. party invitations are a great way to let your friends and family know what the occasion is and when and where it will be held. There are a lot of cute invitations to fit any occasion.

Hydroxycut Side Effects

2011-06-20T14:30:00.000-07:00

I have seen a lot of advertising about hydroxycut. I often wonder how well this product really works and if the advertisement is for real. I guess the best way to know about diet pills is to use the Internet to find out good information. That would be a great way to find out what the hydroxycut side effects would be and also the rating on how well it works.

Free Dating Online

2011-06-20T14:26:00.000-07:00

My sons have used dating sites that are on the Internet. They have used free dating online because they don't have the money to pay the sites that want money for their services. It can really add up over time. I think it is great that sites like these are offered for free for people who want to meet someone but can't afford the ones that cost money.

Web Cameras

2011-06-20T14:22:00.000-07:00

Around Christmas time I had purchased one of those web cameras so that I could talk to my sons online and they could see me. It is kind of funny to say but I actually used it for the first time the other day. It was so great because it was father's day and our sons couldn't be home to give their dad his gift so I gave it to him while we were using the camera so that our sons could see his reaction. Having a camera like this is going to be so fun and we can talk with other family and friends who live a long ways away.

UTV Power Steering

2011-06-20T14:15:00.000-07:00

I have an aunt and uncle who own a couple of atvs. They are so much fun to ride. We have joked around about buying a couple of them ourselves. But sometimes you run into mechanical problems with them or utvs. Something like the atv or utv power steering having problems. Then they have to be replaced and that can be costly so that is where the Internet comes in handy. Often you can find a site that can help you buy parts like these a lot cheaper. It's worth looking in to.

Catalog Printing

2011-06-20T14:08:00.000-07:00

Sometimes when I am looking at a catalog from a department store I wonder what it all entails to do catalog printing. I know when I print at home it can get costly because of the ink and paper that is involved. Can you imagine what it costs to do those large catalogs? Most likely they use the internet to find good deals on printing, at least I would hope so.

Cutting Tools

2011-06-20T13:42:00.000-07:00

My husband has done a lot of woodwork type of jobs. He has been a carpenter and still does some of that type of work at our home. He is a perfectionist and wants everything he does to be of great quality. That is why it is important for him to use cutting tools that will not cause chipping or mess up his projects. I am sure anyone would agree with that.

Roses

2011-06-20T13:39:00.001-07:00

My roses in our backyard have been so full and gorgeous this spring. In between rainy days I got a chance to get out and take a picture. I knew they weren't going to last forever so I had to hurry. The pink is so bright and pretty. I sure enjoy having them.

Springfield Beauty School

2011-06-09T17:00:00.000-07:00

Regency Beauty Institute was founded in Minneapolis over 50 years ago. They have expanded from 2 schools in Minneapolis to 80 and counting over 19 states. These schools are a top of the line kind of school. They offer an excellent education and training. They have upscale salons to train their students in. Even through their training they offer discounted salon services to the public and are under expert supervision. When the student graduates, these schools like the Springfield beauty school, offer a placement program to help the students find the job they desire.
This blog post was based on information provided by Blogitive. For more information, please visit Blogitive.com or contact Regency Beauty Institute – 1415 East Battlefield, Springfield, MO 65804

Baby Birds

2011-06-09T16:57:00.000-07:00

The other day I was stepping out on our deck and as soon as I closed the door a baby dove flew down by my feet. He then realized what he had done and flew down by our pool so I walked after him. Then I realized we had a baby black bird floating on top of our pool and he couldn't get out. So my husband rescued him and put him out in the grass where later he went away. Then I had to go back and see if the baby dove was okay and sure enough he was fine and soon flew out of the pool area. I just want to make sure that they are safe and okay.

Acupuncture

2011-06-09T16:55:00.000-07:00

On Monday I have an appointment to try acupuncture for the first time. I have dealt with pain in my back for such a long time and have never figured out a way to get relief. We recently found out that someone came to our town and opened up her own clinic. I am excited and hopeful that she will be able to help me and maybe finally I can be pain free.

Nikon Binoculars

2011-06-09T13:13:00.000-07:00

It never fails whenever we go on a road trip we always make sure we have our binoculars with us. Actually we keep them in our vehicle at all times so we have them with us whenever we may need them. A good pair to own would be the Nikon binoculars. They are a quality item and would allow a person to see clearly what they are looking for.

Morgan Dollars for Sale

2011-06-09T13:10:00.000-07:00

I have seen that their are many people who invest money into buying special coins. Coin collecting is a popular thing to do and I can see why. The Internet is a great place to find morgan dollars for sale and other coins. It's a great way to add to that special collection.

Oversized Banners

2011-06-09T12:59:00.000-07:00

This past May we were invited to a couple of graduation open houses. As we approached these open houses we had noticed on one of them that they had one of those nice personalized oversized banners showing where the graduation open house was located. It was colorful, attractive and made it easy to see where the party was going to be. These banners are great for any occasion such as a baby shower, birthday, holiday or any type of special day.

Point of Care Carts

2011-06-09T12:54:00.000-07:00

A couple of years ago I had to have some major surgery done. I had to be to the hospital bright and early to get ready. One of the first things they did was take me to my room and a nurse sat by one of the point of care carts and asked me several questions about my health etc. I was amazed at how much information these carts could hold and how they were so easy to transport from room to room because they have wheels on them. It amazes me how technology has grown so much. It's a great thing.

Feather Flags

2011-06-09T12:42:00.000-07:00

Many times when we have driven around a city or larger town I may see a sign by a business or apartment building advertising either a month of free rent for the apartments or the name of a business or a special offer they may have for customers. I never knew till today the names of those advertising banners. They are called feather flags. For people who want to advertise in front of their business or rental properties this is a great idea. They are bright and eye catching.

Scanner Software

2011-06-09T12:36:00.000-07:00

In business I can only imagine all the documents and important information that is needed to keep record on on the office computers. It is probably really important to have scanner software that can file each document in the category it needs to be in so that it can be easy to access and use. I don't work in an office but but husband does and I know the importance of having good software to handle all business information.

Thunderstorms

2011-06-09T12:34:00.000-07:00

I have the day off today and I am enjoying just sitting around and doing some posting on my blog because we have a day full of rain and thunderstorms. Days like this causes me to lose ambition to do anything. I should be cleaning house or something productive but I just can't seem to get that get up and go feeling. Oh well, I think I deserve a day like this every once in awhile.

Topamax Lawsuit

2011-06-09T11:36:00.000-07:00

I have been hearing a lot lately about the effects that topamax has on newborn babies. It has been said that women who are pregnant and taking the drug Topamax are at risk of having their baby born with a cleft palate. This can be heartbreaking and can cause other problems for the child. Topamax is a drug that helps control convulsions caused by epilepsy and it is also given to people who suffer with migraines. The saddest part of this is that the baby is the one who suffers. If this is the case for you or someone you know you may want to contact O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949. They have highly trained staff to help you start a Topamax lawsuit. It's not your fault that these defects happened.

Helping Others

2011-06-09T11:33:00.000-07:00

I know many elderly people because of where I work. I work at a retirement facility and have over the years helped residents with housekeeping, laundry and also driving them to doctor appointments. That's what I did today. I took a gal over to the eye doctor and sat there for about 2 hours. It makes me feel good to help others and I also get paid for my services. She was very appreciative and I was glad to help her.

Baby Bunny

2011-06-09T11:23:00.000-07:00

The other evening my husband and I were sitting and watching television together and suddenly my husband said to look out the window because he saw a baby bunny hopping up to our deck. I jumped up and saw how cute he was. I attempted to go outside and get some pictures but of him but of course he was scared and kept hopping away. Finally got a picture and he is hiding behind one of our bushes. I think it's pretty cute.

Topamax Birth Defects Lawyer

2011-06-03T07:12:00.000-07:00

Sometimes a baby is born with a cleft lip or cleft palate. It is very sad to see your newborn with such a defect. They have problems being able to eat and often they even have trouble later on talking or having many ear infections. It is something that needs to be taken care of through surgery as soon as possible. If you took Topamax while pregnant, you should probably contact a Topamax Birth Defects Lawyer to find out if you have a case. Scientific studies have shown that Topamax is known to cause such birth defects. You want to get this birth defect taken care of as soon as possible for your child's sake. It can cause a number of problems including many ear infections and trouble speaking, as well as, problems eating which is very serious.

Vacation

2011-05-30T15:59:00.000-07:00

I have been on vacation since last Tuesday. It has been a very nice break from work. In this week I have been off we took a road trip to Texas to surprise our family down there and go to our great nephew's graduation party. We definitely surprised our niece. We made her cry. It was nice and hot down there too. Both days we were there it reached 100 degrees. We enjoyed it because where we live was only in the 50s and 60s. Tomorrow I go back to work. I have one day off out of 7 so I am very glad I had this stretch off from my job.

Term Life Insurance

2011-05-30T08:35:00.000-07:00

Last year my husband and I decided we should find some life insurance for our sons. We thought if we got it now that as they became more independent after college that they could take over the premiums and be set for a long time for insurance. We talked to our insurance gal and we signed them up for term life insurance. It eases our minds to have this for them and it is ready for them when they are ready to take it on themselves.

Lauren or Scotty

2011-05-25T12:13:00.000-07:00

So who are you hoping wins American Idol tonight? I have voted for Lauren but to be honest with you, I like them both. I wouldn't be disappointed if Scotty wins. He seems like a really great guy and they are both equally talented. I just lean more toward Lauren because I enjoy listening to her more. I guess in a few hours we will find out the verdict.

Austin Personal Injury Lawyer

2011-05-20T18:56:00.000-07:00

Accidents seem to happen all the time. Whether it be a bicycle accident or you slip and fall, or of course a vehicle accident. Any accident is bad especially when someone get hurt badly. And it is even worse when the accident was caused by another person or persons. Many times the person who has been injured deals with pain and suffering for many months if not years and the medical bills climb and get hard to pay. That is when it is necessary to contact attorneys like O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949. These experienced lawyers can meet you at a place and time that is convenient for you. They are there to solve any issue you may have. The Austin personal injury lawyer is experienced in personal injury and auto accident law.

American Idol

2011-05-20T18:54:00.000-07:00

I was so excited last night when Haley finally went off the show. I have not been a fan of hers at all. She seemed to let the show go to her head and her behavior at times was not so good. My two favorite are in the finale. I am really hoping that Lauren wins but wouldn't be disappointed if Scotty won. Looking forward to seeing the final show next week.

Hair Loss Products

2011-05-20T13:12:00.000-07:00

I have very fine hair and I often see women as they get older start to lose their hair or their hair thins out really bad. I am hoping I don't end up that way the older I get. If so, I would have to look into hair loss products to see if I could grow in new hair and thicken it up. This would be great for men too, who are beginning to go bald or just thinning out really bad.

Necklace Display

2011-05-20T13:07:00.000-07:00

Have you ever gone into a nice jewelry store and see a beautiful necklace on a necklace display? It can give you a chance to see what it would look like on yourself. Maybe it would show to a person how far down it hangs and how the chain and pendant lay against your skin. It's a nice way to show off very elegant necklaces.

JMasta's Latest Song

2011-05-16T11:26:00.000-07:00

JMasta is my youngest son and he has been busy creating music again. He recently released this song and I thought you might enjoy hearing it.

Here are the lyrics to the song:

Hello?
Yes World,
Hey, I’m speakin to you,
Hello?
Yes World,
You’re the one I’m talkin to,
Hello?
Yes World,
You did hear correctly,
Hello?
Yes World,
I’m gonna hit you quite directly,
Where it hurts,
‘Cause that’s what it takes to you get you on your knees,
In the dirt,
Is where your thoughts and philosophies need to be,
One nation under God,
Used to be but now it’s not,
One nation under God?
Used by sex, violence, flaws,
I’m sick and tired,
Of all your words, they’re so obscene,
It’s like we’re hired,
To kill, hate, lie, and bleed,
So now it’s time,
to raise your glass up a little higher,
But just remember,
Judgment comes from a higher power,

*Chorus*

First of all,
You make me sick,
I can’t even hardly stand you,
Second of all,
It’s hard to think of all the things I hate about you,
Next in line,
I’mma treat you like the horror film you are,
Call me Freddy, Jason, Pinhead, even Michael Meyers,
I’m the Amityville Horror House,
I will make you go insane,
Fill your dirty minds with scripture,
Until your dirty dying day,
You will never see the light,
If you continue to believe,
That life is meant for pleasuring you,
Not the man on Calvary,
I’ve been sent to be completely honest about all of this,
And you’re not gonna like the words I say as I end upon this diss,
There’s a place that you will go and spend eternity someday,
It’s a place with lakes of fire you will not like I can truly say,
Your flesh will burn forever and the flame never put out,
And you will never be released no matter how loud you scream and shout,
The only way to escape eternal suffering and pain,
Is to stop and turn your life to Jesus, the Lamb who was slain!

*Chorus*

-PRAYER-
Father God! I pray that this nation find you before it is too late, Lord.
That they find you before they are living, breathing, and experiencing fire for eternity, Jesus! Help them to open their eyes and see their mistakes, see their faults, and repent, Lord. I pray that You forgive them for what they do! Jesus, I ask that You open their eyes, open their hearts. Help them to come to you, Jesus, to the foot of the cross before it is too late. I pray this, Lord, in Your name, in the precious name, of Jesus Christ. AMEN.

Fayetteville Beauty School

2011-05-14T10:24:00.000-07:00

Fayetteville beauty school is a cosmetology school that provides top of the line education and training. This school mirrors an upscale salon type atmosphere and prepares students for a career that make them successful.
There are many young people who are graduating from high school right now who are considering a future in cosmetology. This school would be one to consider attending because it is known to be a cut above others. While attending this school the student will learn all that is needed to know about the beauty business. Classes start soon and continue new classes each month. If you can't go full time they also have part time and evening classes to help make it work for you. Another great thing about attending this school is that they have a replacement program to help you find a job once you have graduated. What a wonderful thing to have.
This blog post was based on information provided by Blogitive. For more information, please visit Blogitive.com or contact Regency Beauty Institute – 4107 Steele Boulevard – Fayetteville, AR 72703

Hot then Cold

2011-05-14T10:22:00.000-07:00

The other day we had summer type weather. It reached close to 100 degrees one day. It was hot and humid and I loved it. Then a day later it felt like fall and still does. It's crazy to wear shorts and a summer top and running the air conditioner and then the next day we have to turn the furnace back on. Very strange weather but then we do live in Iowa and it is unpredictable.

MegaMeeting Webinar Software

2011-05-14T09:56:00.001-07:00

In business there are times when executives or employees are required to hold web conferences. When that happens it is important that the business is set up to have a good connection and some program that runs smoothly so that the business at hand can be done correctly and efficiently. MegaMeeting Webinar Software is a reliable system that is worth checking into. They even offer a free trial time to test it out.

Emergency Medical Assistance

2011-05-14T09:50:00.000-07:00

It is that time of year when people are heading out on a road trip or taking their campers out to do some camping. But when they are doing this and some medical emergency happened what would they do? That's when it is a good idea to make sure you are prepared for emergency medical assistance. You don't want to take any chances of not getting the help you need if something happened.

Buy Gold Online

2011-05-14T09:45:00.000-07:00

Are you someone who enjoys investing your money into gold coins? Gold is a great way to invest. Most generally it keeps it's value and more generally it increases. Like most things you can buy gold online. There are sites that carry quality gold items that are worth purchasing.

Mother's Day

2011-05-05T13:03:00.000-07:00

Sunday is mother's day and I have to work. I'm kind of bummed about it because I get stuck working every mother's day. It would be nice if I could once have it off so I could go spend it with my mom. She understands but as she gets older I feel it's important to spend those special days with my parents if I can. My mom is special to me and has been a great mom throughout the years. I pray she has a wonderful Mother's Day.

Diet Pills That Work

2011-04-28T09:38:00.000-07:00

Have you ever been tempted to try some kind of diet pills? I know I have because I think it would speed up the process of losing the weight I want to get rid of. But then I wonder which ones really work. So that is where the Internet comes in handy. There I can search and find sites that tell me which diet pills that work. I don't have to waste my money on products that are worthless. It's also a good way to read up on these pills and see how they can affect you by taking them.

Car Show

2011-04-28T09:35:00.000-07:00

On Sunday our boys had invited us to come over to where they live and we will go to church together first. Then we may go to the casino where our oldest son works and indulge in their Sunday brunch buffet. They have some pretty delicious food there. After that the Casino is hosting a big car show and we plan to stay for that. I am excited because it sounds like a lot of fun and it's a great day out with my family.

Bad Realtors Everywhere

2011-04-26T13:56:00.000-07:00

Bad Realtors Everywhere

Authored by Leandro Delgado

Real estate is a very competitive market, particularly here in San Francisco. There are only so many buyers out there in a market like this one so all the realtors in the area are really cutthroat when it comes to marketing themselves. For example, I heard a story about a realtor in a different neighborhood than my own who got into a battle with another over web domains! How silly is something like thatﾅas if a domain really determines how much business a realtor gets. Another horror story detailed how one realtor literally crashed another's open house, bringing tons of booklets advertising her own properties and trying to poach the clients right ! from that first realtor's showing! I would never imagine doing any of those crazy things I hear about but if business gets any worse, I'm going to have to come up with something! Thankfully my up and up marketing tactics seem to be working for now, so I'm going to stay above the fray until absolutely necessary. I'm not that kind of realtor!

Onion Rings

2011-04-26T13:54:00.000-07:00

Tonight we are meeting up with some friends to go eat the best onion rings around. The little place we get them at is called the Villager. These onion rings are yummy thin onions in deep fat fried batter. They kind of stick together but are so amazing. I can hardly wait.