Hot Air Balloon Rainbow Striped Garden Spinner #ZcuttWindsock

If you are looking for a brightly colored spinner, you need not look any further. The Hot Air Balloon Rainbow Striped Garden Spinner has a design that features bright eye-catching colors.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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The Qutee Women's Boot Socks, Knee High Socks, Leg #kneehighsocks

I just bought a pair of cold weather boots from Cost-Co. The Qutee Knee High Socks Women's Boot Socks work perfect with them. They are both cute and comfortable. I also love using these with my cowboy boots.

Until December 31, 2015, you can get a great discount - SAVE $1.00 When BUY 2 or More Boot Socks! Just enter the code Enter code EOXDSEIU at checkout.

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Qutees knee high socks will flatter your legs and complement your outfit. We are proud to announce with every purchase a donation will be given to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.

• ♥ ♥ ♥ SAVE $1.00 When BUY 2 or More Boot Socks! ♥ ♥ ♥ Enter code EOXDSEIU ♥ ♥ ♥ Offer Ends December 31, 2015
• Keep Knee High Sock Looking Like New. ♥ ♥ ♥ Hand wash and air dry. Made with the best material. 95% acrylic fiber and 5% spandex.
• One Size Fits All. ♥ ♥ ♥ Measure 15-17" heel to top. ♥ ♥ ♥ Comfortably fits calves up to 17" around
• Hottest fashion look out! Wear with flats, heels, and boots. ♥ ♥ ♥
• Long wearing and comfortable! ♥ ♥ ♥ 100% satisfaction guarantee. 60 days money back guarantee.

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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."

Personalized Snowflake Wine Glass Set #holidaygifts

These elegant wine glasses make the perfect personalize gift. Each is custom engraved using a laser beam.

This snowflake personalized eleven-ounce glass is an Eco-Friendly and long lasting.

Every wine glass is dishwasher safe, arrives individually wrapped with bubble wrap, and includes a white gift box.

These glasses are so pretty, you will find them perfect for gift giving! I love my set.

Click Here To Order

It takes one or two weeks to get your order.

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Personalized Wine Glasses, Set of 4 Custom Etched Snowflake Glasses, Wedding Gift, Christmas Gift, Girlfriend Gift, Family Gift 11oz Glasses

• Handmade item
• Materials: Glass, Pilsner Glasses, engraved
• Made to order
• Ships from Canada to select countries.

Whats Included:

• Complimentary Gift Boxes
• Free Personalization (Can Be Different For Each Glass)
• Dishwasher Safe
• Permanent Etching - Requires No Maintenance

How To Order:

To Order, Please Just Click The "Order Here" Link above Simply Enter the Item Information In the Notes Section During Checkout.

Please Include:

        Line 1: Name (Ex. Mom, The Millers, Avery)

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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."

Moses Returns to His Desert Roots

The 48th BudLight Score BAJA 1000 - November 20-21, 2015

Now a days, Moses Smith happily goes to work every day as the manufacturer of the popular open-wheel racecar known as the Formula Mazda. As the owner of Texas Autosports, a full-service Formula Mazda Racecar prep shop, Moses continues to “live the dream.”

Moses talks to his parents
after a Baja Race in the 1980s

What most fans do not realize is that Moses’ dream was born in the early 1980s. He was on a 'pit crew' by the time he was just three years old. He and his father, Paul would work long hours at the race shop of Off-Road Racer Malcolm Vinje*. There he learned all about desert racing by working on the Baja 1000 Class 5 and then Class 7S race machines.

Moses’ family outings in the Southern California deserts further his interest. The thrill of his own three-wheeler and his father’s dune buggy fueled Moses’ love for going fast.

Unbelievably, before the age of ten, Moses had progress in his race crew duties to include driving the chase vehicles from checkpoint to checkpoint solo. The youngster’s feet could barely touch the Baja Bug’s pedals, but that did not discourage him as he focused on pushing that clutch in far enough to shift smoothly.

“Off road racing was my first love, that’s what I wanted to do when I grew up.” Moses recalled. “I have had been very fortunate to have driven a lot of different racecars over the years, but Off Road racing and Baja has always eluded me. It has been on my list for as long as I can remember. I am pumped to finally get my chance in the dirt!”

Moses Smith began his racing career in the extremely competitive Southern California Karting Region. Moses clearly set himself apart from his competition both on and off the track. Winning the California State Championship and the SDKA Junior Sportsman Championship proved his on track abilities, while also holding the prestigious title of the youngest member of the famed San Diego Karting Association Board of Directors.

Star Mazda Podium -- Luis Schiavo (left), Moses Smith (middle),
and Michael McDowell (right) -- at Road Atlanta 2003

With karting accomplishments in hand, Moses worked to further his motorsports goals. Moses moved into full size race cars the hard way. As a mechanic for the Skip Barber Racing School and other prominent professional race teams, the young driver was able to learn the intricacies of the sport while biding his time to get behind the wheel.

The opportunity was not far off. In 2000, Moses got his career break competing in a limited schedule of Formula Mazda (FM) events. Moses parleyed that limited schedule into become one of the top Formula Mazda drivers on the pro circuit.

In 2002, Moses missed winning the North American Star Mazda Pro Series, by just one point. However, he won the Star Mazda West Coast Championship. In 2003, Moses tested in the Toyota Atlantic car and entered an Infiniti Pro Series event.

Never one to stay stagnant, Moses became a Star Mazda team owner in 2004. He opened his own online store in January of 2006.

In September 2009, Moses acquired all support and manufacturing rights for the approximately 300 Formula Mazda rotary-powered race cars currently in use across North America, as well as the MSR sports racer, a full-bodied version of the FM.

From 2007 to 2011, Moses competed in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West. He finished third in the championship points standing his last season. Further, he was voted the series Most Popular Driver in four consecutive years!

Moses Smith sits in his #16 Hasa Pool Products K&N Pro Series West car.

Moses’ long history in the sport of racing has not dampened his excitement and eagerness.

“Over my career as a driver I’ve had some pretty amazing teammates, but we were there on business. This race I am paired with a couple of very special team mates. The Entwistle, father and son team, have been racing Formula Mazda with me over the past year.” Moses stated enthusiastically. “We were learning, and chasing a championship, although we had fun, there was still a serious undertone. This race we get to have FUN, and experience something that only an elite few have done before. Don’t get me wrong…we ARE going to win our class…haha or have a blast trying to anyway”

You can follow Moses and the team as their #1409 Sportsman 1400 competes in the 48th Baja 1000 by following it via live streaming at http://score-international.com/baja-1000. The challenging course will start and finish in Ensenada.

Moses Smith’s Career Highlights

2015	48th BudLight Score BAJA 1000
2013	Rolex 24 At Daytona in the SRT Viper
2013	Grand-Am Sports Car Series, Class GT Debut
2011	Third Place Finish K&N Pro Series West Championship
2008-2011	K&N Pro Series West Most Popular Driver Awards
2007-2011	K&N Pro Series West Series Driver
2009	Formula Mazda Manufacturer
2007	Grand-Am KONI Challenge Debut
2006	Official Standard Formula Mazda Dealer
2004	Star Mazda Team Owner
2003	Infiniti Pro Series Debut
2003	Toyota Atlantic Debut
2002	Star Mazda Pro Championship Runner-Up
2002	Star Mazda Rising Star Award
2002	Star Mazda West Coast Champion
2001	Star Mazda West Coast "Rookie of the Year"
1992	IKF California State Champion
1991	SCCA Class Champion
1989	Former SDKA Board of Directors Member
1980	Pit Crew / Shop Worker for Malcolm Vinje

*1982 CLASS 5 Champion - Malcolm Vinje/Mark Hansen; 1996 CLASS 7S Champion - Malcolm Vinje/Mark Hansen; 1999 CLASS 7S Champion - Malcolm Vinje.