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Count your blessings!
Posted On 2011-10-31 , 6:31 PM
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Dear Diary:
Today we have mighty expectations even for the little things. When you think about it, it’s a bit of a miracle that we rarely give a thought as to who grows the pumpkins and corn, but we expect them to be there when we want them. So, on Thanksgiving, give a thought to the mighty little expectations of the founders and count your blessings. Have a great holiday!
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Something else to be thankful for this Thanksgiving —
A FRIEND
There is no greater blessing
Than an understanding friend
Who’s there in times of trouble
And on whom we can depend —
Who shares our happy moments
And brightens cloudy days,
A friend who’s slow to criticize
But quick to offer praise,
A friend who knows the faults we have
But loves us as we are —
Of all the blessings life can bring,
A friend’s the best by far!
~Amanda Bradley
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Ghosts & Superstitions
Posted On 2011-10-29 , 3:39 PM
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Dear Diary:
Do you believe in ghosts or other-worldly beings and things? Many do!
According to a poll by the Associated Press and Ipsos, of people interviewed 34 percent believe in ghosts... and about 19 percent believe in witches and spells. That's the same percentage of people who believe in UFOs (unidentified flying objects), and 14 percent say they have actually seen one.
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What about ESP and superstitious?
Forty-eight percent, mostly Caucasion, believe in extrasensory perception (ESP).
One in five say they are at least somewhat superstitious, with young men and minorities being more likely to seek good luck. Twenty-six percent of city dwellers say they are a little superstitious, but only 13 percent of rural people say they are.
The most admitted superstition was wanting to find a four-leaf clover for good luck. Thirteen percent avoid walking under a ladder or letting the groom see his bride just before the wedding. Smaller numbers named black cats, broken mirrors and Friday the 13th.
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Chills, Thrills & Treats
Posted On 2011-10-18 , 5:49 PM
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Dear Diary:
Here are some links on our site where you can get your Halloween "fix" (or should we say ... chills, thrills and treats)?
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From spider webs and peeled grapes (for eyeballs) in the punch to headless horsemen roaming through the graveyards, the chills and thrills of Halloween never cease...
DVDs for your Halloween movie marathon or party:
Ghost hunting, anyone?
Scary Freaky Stuff
Treats for the ghouls and such:
Pinterest: Halloween:
And if all the above isn't enough for you, check out our Pinterest Halloween board - it has it all - ghostly nails, weird lips, recipes, party ideas, crafts, and decorating ideas - inside and outside. ^.^ |
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2012 Winter Youth Olympics
Posted On 2011-10-14 , 4:17 PM
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Heads Up!
The 2012 Inaugural Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck, Austria are just 90 days away. The U.S. Olympic Committee is sending a team of more than 60 athletes. In a nutshell, here are some facts as of this date:
- Dates: January 13-22
- # Events: 14
- # Events: 63
- # Athletes participating: 1057
- # Countries: 80+
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Overview:
The 2012 Winter Youth Olympic Games is an international multi-sport event held under the authority of the International Olympic Committee that will take place every four years, consistent with the current format of the Olympic Winter Games. The Innsbruck 2012 Winter Youth Olympic Games will run from Jan. 13-22, with an expected 1,057 athletes from more than 80 countries participating.
The Particulars:
The sport program will encompass these disciplines - biathlon (cross-country and rifle shooting), bobsleigh, curling, figure skating, ice hockey, luge, skeleton, skiing - alpine, freestyle, Nordic combined (ski jump and cross-country), snowboard, speedskating (short-track and long track) - and a total of 63 events. You can view the sport events and age requirements here. ~ Source: USOC
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Fall Cooking Classes
Posted On 2011-10-08 , 1:23 PM
 Dear Diary:
One of our favorite sites is Sur la table: The Art & Soul of Cooking. Right now, they not only have an Autumn sale going on, but are holding Fall Cooking Classes throughout the country that include Halloween treats from Martha Stewart Living...Brownie Coffin Cake - Halloween Whoopie Pies - Pumpkin Chocolate-Spiderweb Tart - Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats, anyone? ^.^ You can find the times, locations, and costs here.
We especially like it when they hold classes for kids and teens. You can even create your own class... catered to your specific need. It's a fun site to visit that will stimulate your imagination and make your mouth water, too. Don't say we didn't warn you!
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