Grateful for all the family, food, and love.
Posted by Missy Z. Smith on Saturday, 28 November 2015
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
We Reap What We Sow
by Ben Stein
Apparently the White House referred to Christmas Trees as Holiday Trees for the first time this year, which prompted Ben Stein, to say, on CBS Sunday Morning:
My confession: I am a Jew, and every single one of my ancestors was Jewish. And it does not bother me even a little bit when people call those beautiful lit up, bejeweled trees, Christmas trees. I don't feel threatened. I don't feel discriminated against. That's what they are, Christmas trees.
It doesn't bother me a bit when people say, 'Merry Christmas' to me. I don't think they are slighting me or getting ready to put me in a ghetto. In fact, I kind of like it. It shows that we are all brothers and sisters celebrating this happy time of year. It doesn't bother me at all that there is a manger scene on display at a key intersection near my beach house in Malibu. If people want a nativity scene, it's just as fine with me as is the Menorah a few hundred yards away.
I don't like getting pushed around for being a Jew, and I don't think Christians like getting pushed around for being Christians. I think people who believe in God are sick and tired of getting pushed around, period. I have no idea where the concept came from, that America is an explicitly atheist country. I can't find it in the Constitution and I don't like it being shoved down my throat.
Or maybe I can put it another way: where did the idea come from that we should worship celebrities and we aren't allowed to worship God? I guess that's a sign that I'm getting old, too. But there are a lot of us who are wondering where these celebrities came from and where the America we knew went to.
In light of the many jokes we send to one another for a laugh, this is a little different: This is not intended to be a joke; it's not funny, it's intended to get you thinking.
Billy Graham's daughter was interviewed on the Early Show and Jane Clayson asked her 'How could God let something like this happen?' (Regarding Hurricane Katrina). Anne Graham gave an extremely profound and insightful response.
She said, 'I believe God is deeply saddened by this, just as we are, but for years we've been telling God to get out of our schools, to get out of our government and to get out of our lives.And being the gentleman He is, I believe He has calmly backed out. How can we expect God to give us His blessing and His protection if we demand He leave us alone?'
In light of recent events... terrorist attacks, school shootings, etc. I think it started when Madeleine Murray O'Hare (she was murdered, her body found a few years ago) complained she didn't want prayer in our schools, and we said OK. Then someone said you better not read the Bible in school. The Bible says thou shalt not kill; thou shalt not steal, and love your neighbor as yourself. And we said OK.
Then Dr. Benjamin Spock said we shouldn't spank our children when they misbehave, because their little personalities would be warped and we might damage their self-esteem (Dr. Spock's son committed suicide). We said an expert should know what he's talking about. And we said okay.
Now we're asking ourselves why our children have no conscience, why they don't know right from wrong, and why it doesn't bother them to kill strangers, their classmates, and themselves.
Probably, if we think about it long and hard enough, we can figure it out. I think it has a great deal to do with 'WE REAP WHAT WE SOW.'
Funny how simple it is for people to trash God and then wonder why the world's going to hell.
Funny how we believe what the newspapers say, but question what the Bible says.
Funny how you can send 'jokes' through e-mail and they spread like wildfire, but when you start sending messages regarding the Lord, people think twice about sharing.
Funny how lewd, crude, vulgar and obscene articles pass freely through cyberspace, but public discussion of God is suppressed in the school and workplace.
Are you laughing yet?
Funny how when you forward this message, you will not send it to many on your address list because you're not sure what they believe, or what they will think of you for sending it.
Funny how we can be more worried about what other people think of us than what God thinks of us.
Pass it on if you think it has merit.
If not, then just discard it.... no one will know you did. But, if you discard this thought process, don't sit back and complain about what a bad shape the world is in.
My Best Regards, Honestly and respectfully,
Ben Stein
Benjamin Jeremy "Ben" Stein is an American writer, lawyer, actor, and commentator on political and economic issues. He attained early success as a speechwriter for American presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford.
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Vino Mio Foldable Wine Bottle #VinoMioFoldableWineBottle
Oma does a lot of traveling; some for business – some for pleasure. The Vino Mio Foldable Wine Bottle is by far more convenient for me when I want to take a nice bottle of wine with me. This collapsible, reusable, and portable alternative to a glass bottle of wine is much easier to pack. I just place it in my suitcase and do not have to worry about breakage or leaking. Also, you do not have to worry about having a wine bottle opener.
Product Description
Vino Mio is a refillable, lightweight and unbreakable alternative to glass bottles. It is an easy and convenient way to carry your wine or any other beverage in a bag,
purse or pocket.
Vino Mio is:
- - Foldable
- - Rollable
- - Reusable
- - Flexible
- - BPA Free
Use Vino Mio anywhere glass is prohibited.
Instructions:
Transferring your favorite wine to the flexible wine bottle is easier than ever thanks to the wide mouth cap.
- - Open your wine bottle.
- - Twist the cap of your VINO MIO and slowly pour the wine from the original packaging to the flexible portable wine bottle.
- - Fill the bottle almost to the top, leaving about 10% empty.
- - Seal the portable wine bottle and massage to remove unwanted air bubbles.
- - Fill the remainder of the bottle.
- - Twist tightly & enjoy anywhere you want!
Bring VINO MIO to any event where alcohol will be served. Pour your favorite drink into the wine bottle with a twist and take it with you to:
- - Concerts & festivals
- - Backyard barbecue
- - Beach outings
- - Picnics
- - A day on the boat
- - Tailgating
Say goodbye to heavyweight glass bottles that weigh you down!
Every day products that save time and reduce
stress help us focus on the things that matter most.
stress help us focus on the things that matter most.
The Cassani Company Website
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Friday, November 20, 2015
Hot Air Balloon Rainbow Striped Garden Spinner #ZcuttWindsock
It is well-made of high-quality polyester fabric with fiberglass rods that hold the balloon shape. A little assemble is needed, but we got it done in under five minutes without the need of instructions.
More importantly, it looks really nice and requires little wind to set it in motion. The colorful curly tail helps to keep the spinner twirling. It really brightens up my backyard.
Product Description
This Zcutt Kites and Spinners brightly colored hot air balloon spinner has six striped sewn panels and a flowing 30-inch curly tail. It is made from high-quality, durable materials and includes a brass, swivel hanging inglefield clip. These windsocks spin beautifully in the breeze.
- ★ Quality Materials: Made of high-quality polyester fabric -- weather and fade resistant for long lasting sharp, vivid colors -- that is laminated on plastic panels to maintain shape. Enjoy year-round.
- ★ Hang Anywhere: These windsocks can easily be hung from just about anywhere with the included swivel clip. No pole or extra brackets required.
- ★ Colorful, Unique Decoration: Add creativity and fun with one or more of these unique spinners for holidays, outdoor advertisements, sports events, promotions, festivals, garden decoration and as a classic everyday decoration. Great for homes and businesses.
- ★ Easy to Assemble: Ships flat and can be assembled in under a minute. Simple how-to steps are included.
- ★ Satisfaction Guaranteed: With our 30-day Money Back and 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, you know you will receive a quality windsock from Zcutt Home Goods. • Includes a brass, swivel hanging clip (no need to purchase separately) -- ready to hang upon arrival.
We Believe In A Unique And Customized
Consulting Experience For Each And Every Client.
Consulting Experience For Each And Every Client.
The Zcutt Website
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Volunteering-It Does the Heart Good
by Stacey Kuhns
Ever since I can remember, I wanted to work with animals. I never had dreams of being famous, a ballerina, or anything kids my age at that time dreamed about. My goal was to be an exotic animal veterinarian for a zoo. I was always around animals. I had a horned lizard, mice, rats, a bullfrog, rabbits, guinea pigs, tortoises, dogs, cats, and a snake at home.
I began volunteering at a local veterinarian's office at the age of 15. Every day after school, my mom would drive me to the vet's office so I could volunteer.
I also signed up for the 4-H Club and did demonstrations on animal care.
I eventually began getting paid as an animal technician at the vet's office. When I graduated high school, I entered Pre-Veterinary Medicine at San Diego State University. (I was accepted to the University of Pennsylvania also, for their veterinary program, but decided to stay close to home).
I took classes Zoology, Primates, and of course all the requisite classes. While in college, I got a fantastic opportunity to volunteer at the San Diego Zoo. I worked in Research and Pathology. I assisted in autopsies of animals that had died at the Zoo and ran electrophoresis studies (DNA) on Prezwalski horses.
I was already into photography then and was asked to go to the Wild Animal Park to photograph a rhino calf that had just been born. They drove me out onto the plains area where he was and I was able to take some photos. It was all very cool. I would walk around the zoo before it opened to the public and study the animals, who are very active at that time.
Unfortunately, math has always been my downfall, even in grade school. I figured if I wanted to be a vet badly enough, it would happen. But between Organic Chemistry and Biological Calculus, I realized I was not going to be able to meet the math requirements to be a veterinarian.
I was devastated, but continued on with college under a different major. I eventually left State and moved back to Los Angeles County to get married. I worked for veterinarians prior to my first child being born. I continued to have cats and dogs at home.
When my son was in fourth grade (about 21 years ago), we purchased an iguana. That turned into iguana rescue and I had six iguanas in our living room at one time. I would take my large, tamer iguanas to schools and institutions, Girl Scout groups, and other places to share about their history and care.
I began working in law enforcement around 1991 (don't ask me how I went from animals to law enforcement. It just happened). While working as a probation officer, I volunteered to foster feral kittens through the County of San Diego Animal Services Tweenies Program. I fostered three kittens and wound up being a foster failure because I kept two of the sisters.
While working as an officer, I also took some time to visit a wolf sanctuary in the Palm Springs area. I was not happy with what I found there and made calls and wrote letters which had a positive impact on changes made there.
I retired from the County of San Diego almost three years ago. I wanted to return to working with animals so I searched the internet for places to volunteer in my area. I got involved volunteering with a rescue organization called Animal Rescuers without Borders . I have been there ever since and volunteer two to three days a week in the Cat Adoption Center at inside the Oceanside Petsmart. We also have a Cat Adoption Center in the Petsmart in Clairemont Mesa. We have many dogs for adoption or fostering also and hold a large number of adoption events at various locations.
I volunteered to foster an adult cat and kitten (who were bonded) at my house. Once again, a foster failure as I adopted them.
I have helped a number of animals find their forever home and that wonderful feeling never gets old. I love seeing our animals get a second chance at life and I hope to keep volunteering with animals for a long time. It does the heart good.
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
1000 Piece Building Bricks Compatible with Lego #ValuePack1000buildingblocks
Oma loves toys that utilize a child’s imagination. Toy blocks and other construction toys encourage and enhance problem solving from a young age.
Parenting Science lists that these types of toys aid:
- motor skills and hand-eye coordination,
- spatial skills,
- a capacity for creative, divergent thinking,
- social skills, and
- language skills.
This bag of 1000 Piece Building Bricks contains a wide variety of colors, shapes and size building blocks. They look and feel like Legos and are of good quality. Really good value for your dollar. These building blocks will keep the kids busy for hours!
Oma loves that the blocks conform to safety requirements of ASTM F963.
Product Description
1000 piece Big Bag of assorted building bricks in various colors and sizes guaranteed to fit tight and compatible with Lego and other major building blocks manufacturers. Let your children be occupied for hour constructing to their imagination. Don't waste your money anymore on expensive building bricks when you can get the same for less.
- 1000 piece value pack of building bricks with assorted 10 colors and 14 different shaped pieces
- Compatible with Lego and other major building block manufacturers
- Building blocks are guaranteed to fit tight together
- Keeps your children occupied for hours on end building to their imagination
- These bricks are not affiliated with or endorsed in any way by Lego, a registered trademark of Lego Systems
Manufacturer recommended age: 18 months - 15 years
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Espresso & Coffee Candy Set
with 2 Mugs #latte
It is that time of the year again. Unfortunately, I always forget to add someone on my Christmas list - or sometimes a visitor will bring a guest – I hate to have a visitor leave empty-handed. The Expresso and Coffee Candy Set is a perfect solution.
The two antique green coffee cups are really cute and well-made. Perfect for coffee and tea drinkers alike. Frothed milk is usually a luxury reserved for visits to the local coffee house. Not with the frother in this set; perfect for creating your own luxurious lattes and creamy cappuccinos at home!
The coffee and expresso candy is yummy and four pieces are only fifty-two calories. Really cute Gift Set.
Product Description
Set comes with two Antique Green Mugs, 1 Dual Speed Handheld Milk Frother like nespresso with Coffee Clip/Scooper.
Frother helps with making delicious coffee drinks, hot chocolate, desserts with clip to keep beans/ingredients fresh in the bag.
The perfect gift set for coffee lovers who enjoy making gourmet drinks at home for the cafe atmosphere. Antique green mugs are dishwasher safe.
- Say Bonjour to this Gourmet Set - Espresso & Coffee Candy Treats - For those delicious flavors.
- Handheld dual speed whisk like nespresso for making delicious coffee drinks, whipping cream, hot chocolate, desserts with clip to keep beans/ingredients fresh in the bag .
- 2 Antique Vintage Green Cups - 100% dishwasher safe. The perfect gift set for coffee lovers who enjoy making gourmet hot or cold drinks at home for the cafe atmosphere.
- Stocking stuffer, Christmas and birthday gift set. Fun for men and women who love specialty drinks.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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