Random thoughts from the mind of me

Do you qualify for help with your electric bill?

2010-08-09T10:17:00.000-04:00

If you're having a hard time paying your bills, there's a chance you may
qualify for help with your electric bill. Every state offers Low Income
Home Energy Assistance Programs (LIHEAP), but you must meet
specific guidelines to receive monetary help.

If you'd like to find out more, and get contact information for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Programs in your state, CLICK HERE. A little investigative work may pay off for you in the long run!

40 free things you can do with kids

2010-07-27T18:50:00.003-04:00

FREE IS GOOD! Free makes me happy! And believe it or not, there are still some things in life that are free. Sometimes you have to look very hard to find them, but they're there. Here are 40 free things you can do with kids.

It doesn't matter where you live, or how old your kids are. If they are bored and restless, NO ONE is happy. Read more .....

How to Decorate a Twilight Themed Bedroom

2010-06-25T17:02:00.003-04:00

Want to give your daughter a gift that will make her say, "YOU'RE THE BEST PARENT EVER!". (Let's face it, you won't hear it unless you do something special for her) Try decorating her bedroom in a Twilight theme. She will love it! Read more about exactly how to decorate a Twilight themed bedroom, and find shopping links to get the merchandise described in the article. -- You can even get her a bedding set just like the one Bella Swan has in the Twilight movies! --

Go to "How to decorate a Twilight themed bedroom".

How the Murder of Nona Belomesoff May Effect All Facebook Users

2010-05-18T16:41:00.005-04:00

The senseless murder of 18 year old Nona Belomesoff could have been prevented. With her death, new light has been shed to recent changes in Facebook privacy settings. Learn what you can do to protect your personal information on Facebook... Read More

Funny Mother's Day Quotes

2010-05-07T08:36:00.002-04:00

Funny Mother's Day Quotes
This is the place for a hilarious collection of Mother's Day quotes. Use these quotes in, Mother's Day cards, scrapbooks, or just sit back and enjoy a laugh ...
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Homemade gift basket ideas for Mother's Day

2010-04-26T14:20:00.007-04:00

Did you know that Mother's Day is May 9th this year? That means it will be here before you know it! Are you planning on giving mom something special this year? Let me make a suggestion. Remember when you were a kid and you'd make your mom a card and a necklace made out of pasta? She LOVED those things because it was something YOU made yourself. Why not give mom a gift you made yourself again THIS year!

Use any of the tips and ideas in the following articles, and you can give mom a beautiful gift that will look professionally made. Really! All of these homemade gift baskets can be made for under $ 25.00.

How to make a coffee lovers gift basket

How to make a healthy gift basket

How to make a gardener's gift basket

Sweepstakes and contests for you!

2010-04-22T14:31:00.009-04:00

Being the kind hearted person that I am, from time to time I like to share some of the sweepstakes and contests I find worthwhile. In no particular order, here are some of my favorites sweepstakes and contests involving home improvement and design. Not entering is just crazy! It's free - there's no strings attached - so go for it!

Better Home & Gardens Best New Product Awards

A chance to win a basket filled with all 42 products that were voted 'best' by consumers. Read more about this sweepstakes.

The Suzanne Kasler Sweepstakes

A chance to win a room decorated by Suzanne Kasler herself! Author of "Suzanne Kasler" Inspired Interiors, and renowned interior decorator, a room decorated by Ms. Kasler would be a dream come true!

Other prizes are available. Read more about this sweepstakes.

Uncompromising Design - Jenn-Air Sweepstakes

Enter to win $ 4,000 worth of Jenn-Air appliances! Simply cast a vote of which kitchen attracts your interest and enter.

Nude photos of 180-lb model in Glamour magazine inspires women

2010-04-20T15:25:00.005-04:00

Can a 180-lb nude model change the fashion industry? Maybe not, but she can inspire the millions of women with her body type.

When Glamour magazine featured nude photos of Lizzi Miller, a 180-lb model, women all over the country began asking to see more models just like her. Read more...

Love shouldn't hurt - You deserve better!

2010-04-18T10:39:00.004-04:00

The piece that follows is something I wrote to try to show how easy it is to fall victim to domestic violence. So many outsiders think that an abusive relationship is only about abuse, so it's easy for them to say, "Why doesn't she just leave?" I wanted to convey an inside look at the turmoil that goes on inside the mind of an abused woman.

Be assured, that though it may start out as a love story, it is anything but.

This is not love....

She felt her panties slide off her hips, their smooth silk caressing her legs as they fell to the floor. She knew she was making a mistake, yet she felt helpless to stop herself. How could she resist this man that had been hers for so long?

"Won't you forgive me?" he asked, kneeling on the ground in front of her. He kissed her knee, then her thigh, then moved to the other side and did the same. His big brown eyes looked at her, pleading. "You know I'd never hurt you," he whispered as he kissed her shaking hand......read more.

The Dangers of Bikini Waxing

2010-04-14T15:58:00.004-04:00

It's almost beach weather, which means many ladies will be getting their bikini area waxed soon. While some may say it's insane to endure a bikini wax, just to look sleek & sexy in a bikini, lots of women put themselves through the pain each year. See what we do for you, guys?

But, not only is it painful, bikini waxing can be down-right dangerous too! Before YOU head to the salon for a bikini wax, take a moment and read this article, titled - "The Dangers of Bikini Waxing". You may learn something new!

Write for Associated Content and earn money!

2010-04-14T15:52:00.002-04:00

If you're looking for an easy way to earn money, consider writing for Associated Content. Join now and publish your first piece by May 31, 2010, and you'll be entered for a chance to win an Apple iPad.

When you write for Associated Content, you can earn upfront payment for your content PLUS receive monthly payments for the page views you receive. You don't have to be a professional writer to earn money writing for Associated Content, so what are you waiting for? Sign up now!

Enter to win a Frigidaire double wall oven!

2009-11-01T17:09:00.002-05:00

Talk about a win-win situation! Frigidaire, along with celebrity Jennifer Garner, are giving you two great reasons to enter the Frigidaire double wall oven sweepstakes.

Most importantly, Frigidaire and Jennifer Garner are asking that you pledge to spend one hour with your child. For every pledge given, Frigidaire will donate ONE DOLLAR to "Save the Children" programs. That's reward enough, don't you think? But, in addition to supporting "Save the Children" programs, for each pledge you give, you will be entered into the Frigidaire double wall oven sweepstakes.

Read more and ENTER HERE.

Are You Eligible for Free Prescription Medications?

2009-10-07T19:58:00.000-04:00

You may be eligible to receive free prescription medications without even realizing it. Here is a helpful resource to help you determine if you can receive free or reduced cost prescriptions. Read more.......

2009-09-29T16:50:00.001-04:00

Severed Finger Cookies - a Scary Halloween Dessert
Severed Finger Cookies are the perfect scary Halloween dessert, and are easy to make. Sometimes called Witch Fingers, these delicious buttery Severed Finger Cookies look realistic and kids love them!
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/2118887/severed_finger_cookies_a_scary_halloween.html

2009-09-28T10:10:00.001-04:00

A Nightmare on Elm Street Remake - Watch the Trailer Here
View the trailer for the new A Nightmare on Elm Street, and get a glimpse of the remake that is set for release in April 2010. A Nightmare on Elm Street remake stars Jackie Earle Haley as Freddy Krueger...
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/2223927/a_nightmare_on_elm_street_remake_watch.html

Is your family safe from Radon exposure?

2009-09-23T16:31:00.001-04:00

Is your family safe from Radon exposure?

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2009-07-07T11:42:00.001-04:00

Free Starbucks Ice Cream
Starbucks is giving away 280,000 pints of free ice cream. Be sure to take advantage of this great offer to receive free ice cream from Starbucks.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1916794/free_starbucks_ice_cream.html

Must have grooming products for men

2009-07-05T13:27:00.002-04:00

Must Have Grooming Products for Men

This is a no-holds-barred, brutally honest grooming guide for men. Here you'll find a list of must have grooming products for men, and why they are important when you're trying to meet a woman. Find out what women like, and what they don't. READ MORE HERE.

GET YOURS TODAY!

2009-06-11T14:39:00.007-04:00

If you haven't already tried out the Windex Outdoor All-In One Cleaning tool, NOW is the time to do it! This product is receiving rave reviews from consumers across the country. This product effortlessly cleans outdoor windows of your home, and works GREAT on car windows too. I'll never clean windows any other way!

To read some of the honest reviews about the Windex Outdoor All-In-One Cleaning Tool, visit the best review site I know of - Viewpoints. If you've already tried this product, why not write a review while you're there? It's a fun social networking site that is built around consumers helping consumers.

To get a coupon for $ 2.50 off theWindex Outdoor All-In-Cleaning Tool starter kit, visit the Windex Website HERE.

Man hires rapist through Craigslist

2009-06-06T16:42:00.000-04:00

Man Hires Rapist Through Craigslist
A North Carolina man has been accused of using Craigslist to hire a man to rape his wife, and is being held on $ 200,000 bond. The husband allegedly hired the man to rape his wife..... READ FULL STORY.

Celebrity decorating - Which celebrity decor fits you best?

2009-05-31T18:29:00.002-04:00

Have you ever wondered what your celebrity decorating style would be? Would your home be flamboyant and loud, or traditional and serene? Now you can find out! CLICK HERE to learn more.

Free Stuff for May / June 2009

2009-05-21T15:47:00.006-04:00

Be sure to pick up the latest freebies for May / June 2009. Some of the featured freebies include food samples, health & beauty, several magazines, and much, much more. For a full list of the free stuff available, CLICK HERE.

Is Shirley Jones Posing for playboy?

2009-05-16T17:28:00.004-04:00

Is it true? Can it be? Is Shirley Jones actually going to pose for Playboy magazine? At 75 years of age, will Shirley Jones be willing to bare all in Playboy? If so, will you buy it? For full story, CLICK HERE.

Decorating on a budget - 8 Simple ideas

2009-05-14T10:59:00.006-04:00

So many of us putting off decorating our home because we think we can't afford it. However, there are many ways to change the look and feel of your home without spending a fortune.

CLICK HERE for "8 Simple Ideas for Decorating on a Budget".

Tummy Tubs: A New Trend in Baby Baths

2009-05-09T18:20:00.004-04:00

Tummy tubs are a new trend that is sweeping the nation. Designed to mimic a womb-like experience, the Tummy Tub is a baby bath that cradles the child and soothes them in a familiar fetal position. Learn more about Tummy Tubs and where you can buy them HERE.

FREE Kodak photo card for Mother's Day

2009-05-01T09:42:00.004-04:00

FREE Kodak Photo Card for Mother's Day
Kodak is giving away a free photo card for Mother's Day. No strings attached, just hop over to the Kodak website to design a personal Kodak photo card for Mom. Their goal is to give 1 million cards away absolutely free.
CLICK HERE for further information and LINK.

Small space storage solutions

2009-04-28T16:33:00.004-04:00

If you’re like most people, you struggle to find the space to store all your belongings. If you live in an apartment or small home (as over half the population does), your storage situation is probably pretty bleak. Most likely you are accustomed to living without much storage space at all. We’re about to change that!

Regardless of the size of your home, you can maximize the area you have and create small space storage solutions. With a little creativity, you can gain extra storage space in some very unexpected places. Say goodbye to those personal items you have crammed under tables, hidden behind living room furniture, and stuffed into drawers. All that clutter is just making your space appear even smaller. CLICK HERE for full article.

Win a Colonoscopy and a trip to New York

2009-04-25T10:23:00.003-04:00

CBS Cares Colonoscopy Sweepstakes

Find the link to the website, and enter for your chance to win a free colonoscopy! Win a flight to New York and three night stay at a luxury suite.

CLICK HERE for entry information and humorous related article.

WIN A DATE WITH BILL CLINTON!

2009-04-21T16:31:00.006-04:00

Win a Date with Bill Clinton!

Heard of the "Win a Date With Bill Clinton" fundraiser? Contributions will help pay off Hillary Clinton's Presidential campaign debt. Other prizes include tickets to American Idol season finale or a trip to Washington, D.C..

CLICK HERE for more details, including entry link.

Weight loss struggles

2009-04-15T17:44:00.004-04:00

How I Lost 53 Pounds! (and gained back 55)

After six months of dieting through the L.A. Weight Loss program, I had lost 53 pounds. Not long after finishing the program, however, I was packing the weight back on and eventually gained back even more weight than I had lost originally. CLICK HERE to read more.

Women win right to breastfeed in public pool

2009-04-10T11:24:00.005-04:00

Women Win Right to Breastfeed in Public Pool

Gemma Kelsall, and other breastfeeding moms, will be allowed to continue breastfeeding at a Calgary public pool. Management at the Killarney Aquatic and Recreation Center had been accused of harassing women as they breastfed. To read the full story CLICK HERE.

Testicle Festivals

2009-04-02T17:02:00.005-04:00

The Testicle Festival

Testicle Festivals are a common event, typically fundraisers, where diners can sample testicles from animals such as bull, turkey, and calf. How much would you pay to eat a plate full of deep fried testicles?

CLICK HERE to read all about this American tradition.

Grocery auctions?

2009-03-28T18:20:00.004-04:00

Would You Buy from a Grocery Auction?

This informative, yet slightly controversial article discusses the new grocery auction trend. Many Americans have turned to grocery auctions to save money, but should they have to? Would you buy your groceries from an auction?

CLICK HERE for more information.

Things You Never Thought You'd Say

2009-03-26T08:51:00.005-04:00

This humorous article is about the crazy things we say as parents. Phrases like, "Who put the G.I. Joe in the washing machine?" and "Get your finger out of the dog's butt!" is what this article is all about. CLICK HERE and enjoy.

Free Stuff for March 2009

2009-03-18T15:20:00.005-04:00

Free Stuff for March 2009
Here are several freebies with no strings attached. Free magazines, free baby products, free health & beauty, free feminine products. This is a one stop place to find the free samples you're looking for. CLICK HERE to view.

Easter Dinner Recipes

2009-03-14T11:11:00.005-04:00

A traditional Easter dinner doesn't have to be a lot of work. Here are several simple Easter recipes that will be a delicious addition to your Easter Sunday. CLICK HERE to find what you'll need to make a perfect Easter meal.

The Health Benefits of Sex

2009-03-06T15:33:00.002-05:00

Sex is such an important part of any relationship, but did you know that sex is good for you too? Listed here are several healthy reasons to have sex. CLICK HERE to read more.

That's some good crap.

2009-03-04T18:28:00.003-05:00

What are teens doing to get high these days? You will be surprised. Some teens are experimenting with a inhalant called Jenkem, and what it is made of will disgust you. CLICK HERE to read more.

Social networking sites for all interests

2009-02-26T16:59:00.003-05:00

Social Networking Sites for All Interests

Social networking is broadly used for keeping in touch with friends, and meeting new people. Sites like MySpace and Facebook are widely popular, however, other sites have come into play that offer activities for users with specific interests. CLICK HERE to read more.

Octo-Mom, Nadya Suleman, to do porn movie?

2009-02-25T19:02:00.006-05:00

Octo-Mom, Nadya Suleman, to Do Porn Movie?

With a hefty offer of ONE MILLION dollars from Vivid Entertainment, will Octo-Mom, Nadya Suleman, become the next big thing in the porn industry? CLICK HERE to read more.

Free Samples for February 2009

2009-02-17T16:35:00.002-05:00

Passing along some freebies I've stumbled across. Hope you enjoy them!

Get a sample pack of New HUGGIES® Soft Skin Baby Wipes with Shea Butter.

Try a free sample of New Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal.

Here’s something new. Starbucks has come out with an instant coffee called, Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew Instant Coffee. Try it free.

FREE Total Cranberry Crunch Cereal.

Valentine's Day Restaurant & Gift Coupons

2009-02-12T15:44:00.005-05:00

Let me help you save a little money this Valentine‘s Day. I have a few restaurant coupons and gift coupons that might help make this holiday a LITTLE less expensive. As always, there’s NO STRINGS attached. You should know by now that I only post totally FREE stuff!

T.G.I. Friday’s - Buy One Entrée, get one FREE!

For a very limited time, Restaurant.com is offering a savings of 60%, PLUS a $ 15.00 FTD reward. Use the code TREAT at checkout. But hurry. It expires 02/15/09

Planet Hollywood is offering $ 5.00 off a purchase of $ 20.00 or more.

You may have never considered Michael’s Craft Store as a place to find Valentine’s Day gifts, but they have some really great items. Check it out and save 40%! It expires on 02/14/09, so don’t wait to long to use it!

If you’re buying jewelry, Lord & Taylor is offering 20% off your total purchase (some exclusions apply, so check them out on the coupons) This coupon will expire 02/17/09.

Save 10% on an entire purchase at Barnes & Noble! (Coupon is good between 02/13/09 - 03/13/-09)

Public Display of Affection - The Good, the bad and the ugly

2009-02-03T15:47:00.005-05:00

Public Display of Affection - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Public Displays of Affection come in several varieties. Holding hands is good PDA. Neck sucking is bad. And Porno affection is ugly. CLICK HERE to read more.

What was popular in the year 1989?

2009-01-28T16:43:00.007-05:00

What was Popular in the Year 1989?
1989 was the year Harry Met Sally, the year Barbie turned 30, and a great time in American pop culture. CLICK HERE to see what television show was # 1, what song was top on the pop chart, and learn what other unforgettable events happened.

Say NO to Partial Birth Abortion

2009-01-19T15:59:00.003-05:00

This article is not about freedom of choice, or being Pro or Anti abortion. Partial Birth Abortion is an entirely other issue all together. Partial Birth Abortion IS MURDER.

Tomorrow, Barrack Obama will become our new President. One of the first things he plans on doing as President is sign the Freedom Of Choice Act (FOCA). This act would eliminate every restriction on abortion nationwide.

FOCA will do away with state laws on parental involvement, on partial birth abortion, and on all other protections.
FOCA will compel taxpayer funding of abortions.
FOCA will force faith-based hospitals and healthcare facilities to perform abortions.

This video will give you a better idea of what happens to a child during a Partial Birth Abortion. While it is illustrated, and contains no actual footage, it is still difficult to watch. Please do what you can to help them.

I am urging everyone to read the expert analysis by Americans United for Life (AUL) and sign the Fight FOCA petition at this website. So far, they have over 400,000 signatures from concerned Americans that want this STOPPED! Please add your name to the list.

Thank you.

Where to go to save money

2009-01-17T17:34:00.002-05:00

You can never have too many ways to save money. I'm always on the lookout for freebies or coupons. The freebies have been almost obsolete lately, so I thought I'd offer a few of my favorite coupons sites as a peace offering.

If you're new to my blog, you should know that I NEVER post anything with a catch. I'm only interested in getting, and passing along, things that are absolutely free. No strings attached.

WOW Coupons - This is my "go to" site for retail store coupons. Check it before you make your next shopping trip. They update it often, so keep checking back.

The Bargainist - This is another great one. They offer online coupons, retail coupons, free samples, and let you in on the big unadvertised sales!

Grocery coupons are offered many places online, you just have to know where to look. You can try checking websites like Pillsbury and Better Crocker, but you'll have to sign up for their newsletter to receive them. I'm a member to both and their emails aren't overwhelming and it's worth it to get the coupons.

Pennies For Patients

2009-01-13T13:16:00.004-05:00

Giving Hope to Children with Life Threatening Blood Cancer

Every year, schools across the country participate in an event called Pennies for Patients. Pennies for Patients is a nationwide fundraiser that brings in money for very sick children. These children have suffered physical ailments that most adults wont have to endure in their lifetime, and they need your help. All money donated goes directly to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

During the few weeks that schools run the Pennies for Patients fundraiser, students and their families are encouraged to bring in loose change from home. Any form of monetary donation is accepted, however, and every cent is put to a worthwhile cause. Checks can are accepted, as well, and can be made out to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. With the money that is collected, the society provides education to children about Leukemia, and the importance of finding a cure. The mission of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, is to cure Leukemia, Lymphoma, Hodgkin's Disease and Myeloma. It is also used to improve the quality of life of both the patients and their families.

Typically by donating directly to schools, there is some reward for the class that collects the most money. Last year my son's class was rewarded with a pizza party for collecting over
$ 300.00. Not only do the kids learn a valuable lesson in giving to others, but they get to celebrate their generosity by having a little fun for themselves too.

If your child or family member is in school, chances are they are collecting money right now. This is such an important cause, please help teach the child in your life the importance of giving to others in need. Send some spare change, or a few extra dollars, and make a difference. Donations can also be made online at the Leukemia & Lymphoma site.

Pornographers need bailouts too!

2009-01-08T15:52:00.003-05:00

I CANNOT BELIEVE THIS!!! Pornographers Larry Flynt (Hustler Magazine) and Girls Gone Wild CEO, Joe Francis, are looking for a financial bailout from our government.

According to MSNBC, economic times have become so bad that American's cannot afford their porn anymore. Larry Flynt is putting the responsibility on Congress, saying that they must "rejuvenate the sexual appetite of America." According to Flynt and Francis, sales of their XXX DVDs are down 22%. They plan on asking for $5 billion from the government.

What's the worst that could happen if the porn industry doesn't get it's bailout? A few pornstars may have to go out and flip burgers? A few of the industry women may have to go out and actually slap on a bikini or something? Woah. That would be devastating. Give me a break.

By the way, I have to thank my Mom for keeping me "abreast" of this situation. -Mom's the one that told me about this story - You can always count on Mom to be "in the know" when it comes to porn! :-) LOVE YOU MOM!

The best Christmas specials of all time

2008-12-22T16:05:00.010-05:00

I remember when I was a little girl, I couldn't WAIT for the Christmas specials to be broadcast. Back in the 70's you only got ONE CHANCE each year to see them. When they would come on, Mom would whip up some Jiffy Pop Popcorn on the stove, (there were no microwaves) and I'd cozy up in a blanket with much anticipation, and sit with my eyes transfixed on the television, without moving, the entire time the show was on.

Nowadays, kids have it made! They re-run all the good shows several times for an entire month! And if that's not enough for you, you can just pick up the DVD and watch it everyday if you want to. Kid's these days don't know what it's like to wait all year for ONE SHOT at seeing their favorite Christmas show.

Here is my list of the best classic Christmas Specials.

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer - Without a doubt, this was the one I would look forward to the most. I remember one year, I got in trouble for something and wasn't allowed to watch it. I cried myself to sleep that night.

Frosty The Snowman - Speaking of crying....... when I was a little girl, this one would always get me. When Frosty melts in the greenhouse, I would LOSE IT! Every single time.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas - I love every rhyming word in this

movie! It surprises me when kids these days don't realize it was a cartoon

before it was a movie.

A Charlie Brown Christmas - What's not to love about A Charlie Brown

Christmas? The music is great, the dancing....superb! And the moral of the

story touches the heart.

Miracle On 34th Street - The black & white version was the one I grew up on. Natalie Cole played the little girl, Susan, and I could never understand how she couldn't believe in Santa.

December Freebies

2008-12-11T11:04:00.008-05:00

Freebies have been slim pickins' here lately. Maybe all the big companies can't afford to give them out like they used to? Who knows. But, here are a few that I was able to find. Hope you can use them!

Colgate Total Advanced Whitening

Get the December issue of Saltwater Sportsman FREE (NO STRINGS ATTACHED)

Five Issues of Cosmopolitan Magazine (NO STRINGS ATTACHED)

GoodNites Underpants

Stampede death on Black Friday

2008-11-29T14:42:00.002-05:00

Good deals and an opportunity to save a bundle the day after Thanksgiving, has left one man dead. This story is just so sad to me. A temporary employee of Walmart was pushed to the ground, while a crowd of 2,000+ people rushed to get into the store. Thirty four year old Jdimytai Damour was employed by Walmart as Seasonal Help, which most likely means he was just trying to earn a little extra money during the holidays. And now he is dead.

How can this happen? Are people so caught up in the materialism of the holiday that they forget how to treat other human beings? This poor man was shoved to the ground, and then walked on by everyone that came in contact with him. Not one person stopped to try to help him. Perhaps they too were afraid of being stomped on if they didn't continue walking?

Jdimytai Damour may have been the only death at the scene, but at least three other shoppers also suffered minor injuries. One 28 year old woman, who is eight months pregnant, was also injured, but said to be doing alright.

I can't imagine the horror of being caught under a stampede of people. Here is a video of last year's Black Friday stampede at a different Walmart. WHY are these people allowed to run and shove like this?

Play Simon Says with Santa!

2008-11-23T13:46:00.005-05:00

My kids and I love this website. We play on it every year. How it works is you type in something you'd like to see Santa do and then watch him respond. Try typing in things like: eat, kill elf, dance, burp, tackle tree, drink beer.

Use your imagination and try to stump him. It's fun! The site is called: Simon Sez Santa.

HAVE FUN & HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

I sold out.

2008-11-13T15:22:00.008-05:00

Okay.......I've been away for awhile, and in all honesty it is because of money. Blogging is fun, but there's no moula involved. It's just something to pass the time. However, I found a website that actually pays you to write articles, so I've been spending LOTS of time there. Basically, I sold out.

But I am sharing the wealth by telling you about it! See? Some good did come out of it. (wink-wink) If you like to put your thoughts onto paper, and possibly make a little money in the process, check out this site. Associated Content.

Not to toot my own horn (OKAY, I'm tooting it!) but I was named one of three top new producers for the month of October! YEAH ME! Why not check out some of the things I've written? You never know, you could be inspired to write something yourself. Membership is free, and you meet lots of other people that share the same passion for writing.

Sexy Christmas Gift Ideas to Share with Your Lover

Get Your Child to Enjoy Their Homework with Spelling City!

I Tied Up My Kids!

Thank God the election's almost here!

2008-11-01T11:00:00.004-04:00

Yeah! It's almost over......all those negative ads.........all the lies........all the.........POLITICS! I'll be so glad when my phone stops ringing with political messages. So relieved when my mailbox isn't full of political newsletters.

But until then.....let's have a laugh or two at the hopeful candidate's expense!

Here is the very popular McCain/Obama dance off. GREAT!

And you MUST visit this website. It's just fun! The more stuff you click, the more things happen. Don't just open the door once. Do it lots of times and see what different things appear. Save the red phone for last. It's a blast! PalinAsPresident.

Dunkin' Donuts Coffee ROCKS!

2008-10-27T19:24:00.001-04:00

If you've never tried brewing Dunkin' Donuts coffee at home, let me tell you....it's delicious. It's has such a more refined taste than other coffee I buy. Try it for yourself...FREE!

Fall festivals abound.

2008-10-22T15:56:00.004-04:00

It's the time of year for Fall Festivals! They are going on all over the country, and I couldn't be happier about it! Don't you just LOVE this time of year?

Here are a few very simple ideas and recipes to help you out if you're in a pinch for something to take along. It's so much cheaper to make something yourself, and what better way to make friends than bringing something AWESOME to a get together?

5 Ingredients + 1 Pan = 1 Deliciously Simple Dessert

A Delicious Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Make a Fun Halloween Goodie Basket for Your Child's Classroom

October Freebies

2008-10-19T10:44:00.018-04:00

More freebies! I'm offering a few more than usual this time. Hope you enjoy them!

Zarbee's Honey Flavored Cough Medicine (for children) Never heard of this one, but I'll try it for free.

Folgers coffee! In case you can't tell, I LOVE coffee. ;-)

Airborne Original Zesty Orange
You've heard the controversy over whether this product actually works, now try it for yourself and see what you think.

Dove Cream Oil
This lotion contains oil and is a great Intensive Body lotion for extra dry skin.

Greenie's Dog Treats
These are great for cleaning teeth & freshening doggie breath.

Laughter is the best medicine.

2008-10-10T15:39:00.002-04:00

No matter what political party you support, I think everyone is pretty unanimous in feeling FURIOUS with the current administration. I was reading somewhere that George W. Bush is thought to be the worst President in U.S. history. Maybe they're right, I don't really know. But one thing I'm certain of is that he is probably one of the least well spoken. He's always flubbing his words, saying things that no one really gets, and making things REAL EASY for nighttime talk show hosts.

I came across this video and thought I'd share it simply because we could all use the laugh. And why not laugh at HIS expense?

Freebies of the week

2008-10-03T17:24:00.014-04:00

I'm excited over a few of the excellent freebies I’ve found this week. Don’t wait to long to get yours though. I noticed free samples aren’t lasting very long these days.

WOW! Get a FREE sample pack from Kotex!
(1) Kotex® Ultra Thin Pad with Wings, one (1) Kotex® Lightdays® Pantiliner and two (2) Kotex® Security® Tampons. Kotex Sample Pack

This is a really good one. But you have to hurry. They’re only giving them to the first 20,000 people to respond. You’ll receive a free Ziploc® Brand Vacuum Freezer System Starter Kit, plus $14.10 in coupons. Ziplock Bundle

Choose either a Schick© Quattro© Titanium OR Schick© Quattro© Titanium Trimmer FREE (I ordered the one w/ the trimmer and it is NICE) Schick Razor

Breast milk ice cream?

2008-09-28T10:24:00.001-04:00

This is just disgusting! PETA wants Ben & Jerry's to stop getting their milk from cows and begin using human breast milk in their ice cream.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) says doing this would reduce the suffering of cows and give ice cream lovers a healthier product. (Reduce the suffering of cows???? Do they suffer when they’re milked???)

Does PETA think women are just going to hand over their breast milk for free? Just imagine an entire warehouse of women hooked up to breast pumps, sitting there for hours at a time. If that’s not cruel and (very) unusual punishment, I don’t know what is. And not only is that image disturbing, but would also prove to be pretty costly. Think about it PETA.

THANKFULLY the idea was not well received by Ben & Jerry's officials. "We applaud PETA's novel approach to bringing attention to an issue, but we believe a mother's milk is best used for her child," spokesman Sean Greenwood.

I SECOND THAT NOTION! I would hate to have to give up my ice cream, but the second they mix it with human breast milk…..I am going cold turkey! NO WAY in the world am I consuming something that came out of another woman’s breast!

Let's bail out all American Citizens!

2008-09-25T15:39:00.005-04:00

I received this in an email & think it is GREAT! Who wouldn't agree to this?

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I'm against the $85,000,000,000.00 bailout of AIG. Instead, I'm in favor of giving $85,000,000,000 to America in a "We Deserve It" Dividend.

To make the math simple, let's assume there are 200,000,000 U.S. Citizens 18+.
Our population is about 301,000,000 +/- counting every man, woman and child. So 200,000,000 might be a fair stab at adults 18 and up..

So divide 200 million adults into $85 billion. That equals $425,000.00.
My plan is to give $425,000 to every person 18+ as a "We Deserve It" Dividend. Of course, it would NOT be tax free, so let's assume a tax rate of 30%. Every individual 18+ has to pay $127,500..00 in taxes.

Of course, that sends $25,500,000,000 right back to Uncle Sam. But it means $ 297,500.00 for every adults! A husband and wife has $595,000.00!

What would you do with $297,500.00 to $595,000.00 in your family?
- Pay off your mortgage - housing crisis solved.
- Repay college loans - what a great boost to new grads
- Put away money for college - it'll be there for the future
- Save in a bank - create money to loan to entrepreneurs.
- Buy a new car - create jobs
- Invest in the market - capital drives growth
- Pay for your parent's medical insurance - health care improves
- Enable Deadbeat Dads to come clean - or else

If we're going to re-distribute wealth let's really do it!!! If we're going to do an $85 billion bailout, let's bail out every adult U S Citizen 18+!

Freebie time!

2008-09-21T14:18:00.011-04:00

I haven't made a freebie post in awhile, but I'm making up for it now. I've got some really good FREE STUFF this time! You're welcome! :-)

This is my favorite toothpaste, and now you can try it FREE!

https://www.aquafresh.com/FreeSample.promo?mn=cmVnaXN0cmF0aW9u

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser really do work like magic! All parents should have these in their homes. It removes crayons, markers, and other stuff your kids like to "decorate with".

http://mrclean.com/en_US/sharethelove/signup.do

If you've never tried Gorilla Glue, here's your chance to try it FREE. I think this stuff is better than superglue!

http://www.gorillaglue.com/toughteam/join-tough-team.aspx

Head over to Kashi and steal a cookie from their cookie jar!

http://www.kashi.com/stealacookie?gclid=CMDP65q_7ZUCFQZinAodJnhEfg

Anybody want to buy a virgin?

2008-09-13T15:18:00.006-04:00

Having a hard time deciding what to give that special guy in your life? How about a virgin? They've got them up for bid at the Moonlight Bunny Ranch in Carson City, Nevada.

Actually, it's just one virgin. But she is up for bid! Meet 21 year old Natalie Dylan (not her real name). She's looks so shy, doesn't she? I remember I used to pose like this all the time when I was a virgin........NOT!

She has decided to put her virginity up for bid to the highest bidder. Yep, she is giving it up to someone she doesn't even know, just as long as they've got the money and meet her own specific requirements, which were not disclosed.

Ironically enough, Natalie Dylan will use the money to get her Master's Degree in Psychology so she can practice Family Psychology. At least the money will go to something worthwhile, right?

My question is, how do we know she's really a virgin? If I can peel the cobwebs in my memory back, and reach deep into my past, I think I can still remember being a virgin. And I'm going waaaaaayyyyy back here people, but if I remember correctly, I was pretty nervous giving it up to someone I knew and trusted. I can't imagine trusting someone I didn't even know to not hurt me during the process. Not to mention the emotion end of it.

If you'd like to find out more, just go to: http://www.bunnyranch.com/

After you do, come back and tell me if you're placing your bid!

Death By Smoking Ban

2008-09-07T19:03:00.004-04:00

It's a sad fact. While banning smoking from public places does promote a healthier environment, it has also put many people in danger. Not just in American, but worldwide. You could call it "Death By Smoking Ban."

Smokers have really been portrayed as "the bad guys". And sadly, there are a select few out there that are just reinforcing that image by becoming violent.

In 2007, former British heavyweight boxing champion James Oyebola was shot in the neck in a London club after he asked a group of men to stop smoking. Smokers killed a man because they were asked to quit smoking.

In 2003 a New York bouncer was stabbed to death while trying to enforce the city wide ban at the club he worked in. Stabbed by smokers while trying to do his job.

And if you "google" this subject yourself, you'll find other examples of the violence I'm talking about. Of course, not all smokers are bad people. My husband is a smoker for goodness sake! What people seem to forget is that it is an addiction. The smokers out there are desperately addicted to the very thing that's slowly killing them. And some will even kill for the right to do it.

Insane cakes

2008-09-06T15:24:00.014-04:00

Sometimes people with imagination and creativity get a little dangerous! Check out these cakes I found online. What kind of twisted mind came up with this stuff? I mean seriously, on what occasion is a "Kitty Litter Box" cake needed?

And what Mother To Be wouldn't want to have this precious cake at her baby shower?

And how could you pass up a piece of the ever popular "Murder Scene" cake? Slice into a piece of THIS!

And why not eat a piece of this cake designed to look like the human digestive system. Mmm.......

And I saved the best for last. COULD YOU EAT A PIECE OF THIS THING???? I don't think so!

FREE FREE FREE

2008-08-20T16:47:00.006-04:00

I've been on vacation, so there's been a delay in posting the FREE STUFF I usually do. Sorry! Hope you all take advantage of some of the things I have posted. As always, there's no catch...just free stuff.

Try Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub!

http://www.neutrogena.com/pinkgrapefruit/

Get a FREE 10 sheet 4″ x 6″ sample of Post-it® Super Sticky Recycled Notes

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FREE Orville Redenbacher’s Popcorn Cakes (Cheddar)

http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid48622.aspx

Become a virgin again!

2008-08-03T11:48:00.002-04:00

Get this. Science has wasted yet another resource by actually making it possible to re-virginize yourself! Yes, that's right! A middle aged woman can go get "hymenoplasty" - an expensive and often painful type of surgery that "reattaches" the hymen after it's been stretched open, in order to make it appear that the woman has never had vaginal intercourse.

GET THE HELL OUT OF HERE! How friggin stupid is this? I ask you, WHY would anyone want this procedure done? I don't get it. The cost for this surgery STARTS at $ 4,000.00. STARTS at $ 4,000.00. Many women say they do it "for their husbands". COME ON! I mean, seriously, if he's been having sex with the same woman for 20 - 25 years, tightening up the crotch a little can only add so much excitement. It's still the same woman. Just a little tighter. And, by the way, if she wants to give him something a little tighter to enjoy, all she has to do is BEND OVER! Problem solved AND you save yourself quite a bit of money and pain.

PLEASE! Use the science to solve Cancer, or Aids, or help figure out why so many babies are born with life threatening diseases! Use the science to cure M.S. or Parkinsons. STOP using it for stupid stuff like tightening up crotches!!!!

More Freebies!

2008-07-21T18:44:00.008-04:00

Today my husband almost got in a fist fight at the gas station. The economy is really getting bad when people are willing to hurt each other over gasoline. Geez. Anywho.....more FREE STUFF for ya! Just doing my part to keep everyone safe! ;-)

TWO FREE SAMPLES From Fiber One:
Get Honey Clusters Cereal AND Fiber One Oats & Honey Chocolate Bar

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Try Eukanuba Dog Food FREE!

https://naturallywild.safeprocessing.com/

Get a Reach Access Flosser FREE

http://www.reachaccess.com/sample.htm

Sample Tide Total Care Laundry Detergent FREE

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In the end, the punishment is DEATH.

2008-07-16T18:51:00.004-04:00

Susan Atkins is about to die, and I think it's fitting that it will be in prison. How ironic that her original sentence was the Death Penalty and now, many years later, that is what she'll be receiving.

But the State of California wont be killing her. Her own body is.

Susan Atkins, as most of you are aware, is one of the cold blooded killers from the Manson Family. In 1969 she took part in the brutal murder of Sharon Tate, Jay Sebring, Abigail Folger, Voyteck Frykowski and Steve Parent. Although Sharon Tate was 8 1/2 months pregnant and begged for the life of her child, Susan Atkins stabbed her to death.

Now that Susan Atkins is dying of brain cancer, she's asking for compassionate release. To be allowed to die among her family. Maybe she feels that her fragile state should give her the right to be free. But she has to remember that Sharon Tate's fragile state didn't offer her any compassion.

Her husband, James Whitehouse, says there is no reason to keep her incarcerated, as her illness has left her so that she cannot even sit up on her own. Her doctors predict she only has a few months left to live.

While her condition is sad, I think that justice has been served.

MORE FREE STUFF!

2008-07-11T18:18:00.007-04:00

Found more FREE STUFF for ya!

In addition to what I've got listed below, you can also get a FREE RAZOR by going to this site: http://www.trimflixx.com/ When you go to the site, you can make a hilarious video. (I uploaded a photo of my son for it) When you're done, they'll ask if you'd like to get a razor. Click on that and give them your mailing info.

Get your FREE 6 oz. Sample of Naturals from Purina® Cat Chow® brand Cat Food

https://offers.purina.com/ESurveyOfferPage.aspx?offercode=CCNO7

Try this FREE: Dove Pro-Age Beauty Lotion

http://www.doveproage.com/samples_hbl.asp

Try Scott Xtreme Rags FREE!

www.kcdiy.com/xtreme/Xtreme.aspx

The Baby Bounce video

2008-07-06T15:12:00.002-04:00

This video I'm about to post breaks my heart and infuriates me, all at the same time. Have you heard about the sixteen year old boy who posted a video on youtube that shows him "making a baby fly"? It's heartwrenching to watch. He places an eight month old baby, who was in his care, on an inflatable pillow and then pushes weight down on the pillow that catapults the child a few feet away. He does this several times, and right next to a brick fireplace!!

I am happy to say that one of his teachers saw the video and reported him! Now he has been arrested and charged with Cruelty To A Child in both the 1st and 3rd degree. He is being held in a detention center. Luckily (and amazingly) the child wasn't injured.

What do you think the appropriate punishment would be for the teen? Watch the video and let us know.

I LOVE FREE STUFF!

2008-07-03T16:36:00.010-04:00

Yep, that's right! More free stuff! As always, there are no surveys to fill out or anything you have to send in. Just fill out the contact information and they'll send it in the mail. Hope you take advantage.

FREE SAMPLE of Astroglide Personal Lubricant (wink wink)

http://www.astroglide.com/SampleRequest.asp

FREE SAMPLE of Huggies Supreme Diapers

http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid19518.aspx

Receive a FREE SAMPLE of SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener (French Vanilla)

www.splendidlife.com/ancillary/samplingprogram.do

Dust Bunnies Attack!

2008-06-26T15:43:00.008-04:00

I am basically self taught on all aspects of the computer. Trust me, that’s not saying much as I really just know the basics, but still. I remember close to a year after getting my computer, it was running extremely slow. My brother asked me how long it had been since I deleted cookies. “Say what?” I asked with a puzzled look on my face. Needless to say the answer was NEVER. But after watching him, I caught on quickly and make sure my cookies are deleted regularly now.

So when my computer started hissing at me last week, I didn’t know what it meant. But I knew it wasn’t good. I hoped it would just go away if I ignored it. Instead, it grew louder and the thing began shaking and vibrating. It scared me.

After googling “computer hissing”, I realized the problem was problaby dust in my fans inside the computer. “No problem,” I thought. I pulled out my Hoover vacuum and sucked out the dirt I could see through the air vents on the outside of the computer. There was a lot of it, but I managed to get it all. I thought my problem was solved. I was wrong.

The hissing continued. And the motor sounded like an airplane gearing up for a long flight. I realized getting the dust off the outside wasn’t enough. I was going to have to go in. I had no idea what to do.

I armed myself with my husband’s smallest screwdrivers, a flashlight, the Hoover vacuum, and paper towels. I was surprised how easily I was able to get the cover off the computer, the screws came right out and I placed them safely in a container so I wouldn’t lose any.

When I lifted that cover off the base, I gasped in shock. It looked like Dust-Bunny-Palooza had taken place at the bottom of my hard drive. Literally, there were handfuls, upon handfuls, of dust and hair particles. Five years worth of buildup. I couldn’t believe my eyes! NO WONDER MY COMPUTER WAS HISSING! It was struggling for air! Struggling for it’s mere existence, and it knew that it’s owner , me, was NEVER going to help it if it didn’t resort to extreme measures! It was literally begging for help.

It took me close to twenty minutes to gather all the dust from the bottom, the sides, off the wires, away from the fans, and vacuumed out of the smallest crevices. But I did it! And I did it without the help of anyone. I was proud of myself.

But then I found that putting the computer back together proved to be a little more complicated. I couldn’t get the sides pushed in enough to the base, and when I did, I couldn’t get the screws all the way in. And I had leftover screws. I couldn’t understand how I had screws leftover! I taken such precautions to keep them safe, and now I didn’t know what to do with them.
After playing around awhile, I still had one screw leftover but felt I had it on snug enough to work. I replugged in all the wires to the correct holes (most were color coordinated for my convenience) and pushed the tower back into position. And then (I kid you not) the side of the computer fell off and landed on the floor!!! Guess that one little screw mattered after all. SIGH.

In the end, I got it all fixed and guess what? No more hissing! No more shaking or vibrating either! Just a smooth running computer that is now completely DUST FREE and I can say I did it myself. Yeah me!

I LOVE FREE STUFF!

2008-06-22T14:23:00.011-04:00

I am always excited to share the free stuff I find. (I'm sure I drive my family crazy with my new hobby.) Everything I post is really easy to get, you don't have to take any stupid surveys or anything, just give them your basic contact information and they send you stuff. You've got to LOVE it! I know I do.

Get a FREE Flexible Tuscany Cutting Board

www.dilussodeli.com/promotions

Get a FREE sample of Teddy Grahams Trail Mix

www.scholastic.com/teddytrail

Get your pup some FREE Pup-Peroni Snacks

http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid42840.aspx

ATTACK OF THE G-STRING!

2008-06-18T18:23:00.003-04:00

I wish that I had the litigious personality that some people seem to have. They will sue over ANYTHING, no matter what personal embarrasment it may cause them, just as long as there is a chance they'll rake in some moula.

I mean, if I was injured by the g-string I was putting on, I would NEVER think "LAWSUIT!" I'd just quietly put away the garment, tend to my injury, and slink quietly away feeling stupid for having been injured while putting on a thong! But not everyone is like me. Macrida Patterson is definately not like me. Macrida is a 52 year old woman (YES, 52!!!!) and she is alleging that while attempting to put on a Victoria's Secret thong, a decorative metallic piece flew off the garment and struck her in the eye, causing injuries. She alleges that she was hurt last May by a "design problem" that caused the decorative piece to come loose and strike her in the eye, causing damage to her cornea. She missed a few days of work, and the injury will be "affecting her the rest of her life."

What is a 52 year old woman doing trying to wear a g-string anyway? I say, "LESSON LEARNED GRANNY! Step away from the thongs, and decorative panties, and you wont be hurt!"

I LOVE FREE STUFF!

2008-06-05T15:34:00.006-04:00

The price of everything keeps rising. Milk is almost $ 5.00 a gallon here in North Carolina! And the price of gas..........ugh. Almost $ 4.00 a gallon. So, I enjoy getting every lit bit I can for FREE. We all deserve what little breaks we can find. Enjoy.........

FREE Folger's Gourmet Coffee
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FREE Nature Made Multi Complete Vitamins
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FREE Parent's Choice Baby Formula Sample
http://www.parentschoiceformula.com/sample-gentle-baby-formula.aspx

(and if anyone can teach me how to post a link, I would greatly appreciate it!) :-)

Someone needs to slap this woman.

2008-06-02T16:00:00.002-04:00

What in the hell is wrong with Naomi Campbell? Does she have some personal vendetta with airlines and their staff or what? She's at it again, this time she's accused of three counts of assaulting a constable, one count of disorderly conduct one count of using threatening, abusive words or behavior to cabin crew.

This is hilarious to me. She has been banned for life from British Airways. BANNED FOR LIFE! Here she is, this famous model with money out the rear and she doesn't even know how to behave and gets herself banned from an entire airline franchise.

This woman has had a history of violent behavior, and never really gets any punishment for it. Sure, she served a few days of community service last year, but obviously that didn't do any good. Remember when she showed up for "work" wearing high heels? Yeah, she took it real seriously.

We need to stop wearing kid gloves with these celebrities, and treat them the way anyone else would be treated in the same situation.

I LOVE FREE STUFF!

2008-05-29T16:28:00.007-04:00

I have a new hobby. I find anything and everything FREE online. And I'm telling you, it is literally EVERYWHERE! I love to see the mailman coming up to the house, because he's always bringing me free samples, coupons, etc.

Here are a few little goodies I thought I'd share. They all have very quick and easy forms to fill out and you don't have to take any stupid survey or quiz to get the stuff free.

Get a FREE Penn Carabineer Sports Watch

(enter code: penn): http://www.pennracquet.com/index2.html

Get a FREE Taco Bell Fruitista Freeze with any purchase

http://www.tacobell.com/frutistafreeze/

Get a FREE sample of Clean & Clear Morning Burst Oil Absorbing Sheets

http://www.teenfreeway.com/cnc/apr08/sheets/index.htm

Danica Who?

2008-05-25T07:59:00.008-04:00

If you've seen this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, you may have seen a girl that looked a little familiar. But, what's she doing in a bathing suit instead of her racing one??

I'm talking about Danica Patrick, who became the first woman to win an Inday car race, with her win at the 2008 Indy Japan 300. The girl can drive! What I find funny is that any male athlete can pose for a health magazine, or endorse any product, and he is just "cashing in". But a girl decides to use her notority to pose in a swimsuit magazine, among others, and there are people out there that judge her. They say, "She needs to make up her mind. Is she a racer or a model?" I say, "Why can't she be both?"

However, I did find it sad that when I 'googled' her name, instead of her racing accomplishments coming up, it was mostly links to her photos. It just goes to show that when it comes to women, it's looks that get you ahead, and that's discouraging. She's worked for years to become the driver that she is and she should receive credit for her efforts. Everything else should just be icing on the cake.

Dad goes to jail because daughter is dumb.

2008-05-15T16:34:00.002-04:00

Just when you think you've heard it all, along comes a story like this one. An Ohio man has been put in jail for six months because his nineteen year old daughter cannot pass her G.E.D.

Judge David Kneehouse ordered Brian Gegner to 180 days in jail for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The charge stemmed from a court order that required him to ensure his daughter got her G.E.D.. Apparently, the girl has been a bundle of fun for this poor guy. She has a 1 1/2 year old daughter. After a history of truancy in school, she decided to drop out at age sixteen And although she's attempted to pass the G.E.D., she can't seem to pass the math portion.

Now, I have a Middle School child and I know you can force them to study, but in no way is that a guarantee they're going to learn anything. Like the saying goes, you can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink.

In most states, a child can drop out of high school on their own free will, at age sixteen. By sixteen, most states consider you mature enough to decide your own educational destiny. So, in light of this fact, why on earth would they put the blame, the responsibility, on the father now?

Sample this stuff for FREE!

2008-05-10T17:11:00.001-04:00

I love finding stuff that I can get for free. Just thought I'd pass this along to you.

The face of distraction?

2008-04-26T16:56:00.006-04:00

Let me ask a simple question. Does this child offend you?

Does he distract you in any way at all?

I look at this picture and I see an adorable little boy. But the school administrator of a Cleveland charter school found the little boy's mohawk disruptive to other students. In fact, after sending letters home, telling the boy's mother that the hairstyle had to be changed, the boy was sent home from school. Denied an education over his hair.

OVER HIS HAIR!!

What the hell? I mean really, what the hell? My kids have been put in classes with children that are disruptive behaviorally, they've dealt with bullies, and my middle schooler goes to school with young girls that wear mini skirts and low rise jeans. But that's okay. On the other hand a mohawk is disruptive??

It's kindergarten people. My little boy goes to school with fake tattoos on all the time and if he was sent home because of it, I would be FURIOUS. It just makes him happy, so big deal. Kids are pretty easy to please, it's the adults out there that aren't.

By the way, this story was brought to my attention by my friend, Sandra. It's a story close to her heart. Here's a pic of her little boy. He'll be going to school one day too, and in no way should this little sweetie have to change his hair either!

Youtube steps up

2008-04-14T16:14:00.003-04:00

I'm sure you've heard about the eight teenagers in Florida that allegedly beat another teen. (It's comical to me that you have to insert the word "allegedly" in there when it's on videotape) They filmed it so they could post it on YouTube. The video shows how savage people, even children, can be to one another. Six teens ganged up on one sixteen year old girl, while two others stood watch outside. Six against one. Cowards.

Well, the kids wanted to be seen and they've certainly accomplished that. However, while researching the subject I was unable to find the video on youtube. I could find clips of it on news sites, but no video of the actual fight on youtube. In addition, youtube isn't allowing any posts of the attacker's contact information on their site. I commend them for that. In refusing to post the video, I'm sure they've unintenionally redirected viewers to other sites. I think it's noble of them to not air it. (yes, I'm sure there's some kind of legal reason behind it, but still)

What if youtube set the bar for other websites?

One email could help protect children.

2008-03-31T16:42:00.005-04:00

What would you think of a program that would alert you when a sex offender moved into your area? Would there be anyone opposed to this, except for maybe the sex offender himself?

The Department of Law Enforcement in Miami-Dade county in Florida is doing just that. They are contacting people via email to inform them when a sex offender moves within 1/4mile - 5 miles of their neighborhood. What an ingenious, yet simple, idea! All you do is register with them online and you're put on their contact list.

Just think of how many lives this could potentially save. Remember Jessica Lunsford? Such a beautiful little girl, taken much too soon by a repeat sex offender. When her body was found, she was only 150 yards from her own home. That is sickening.

What could we do to save these children? For one, all states could do exactly what the Miami-Dade police are doing. And I don't even want to hear that we'd be invading the rights of the sex offenders. They gave up that right when they decided to prey on innocent children. If it were up to me, they'd all be castrated and tattoed with the word "PERVERT" on the front of their heads.

Another example of trying to pass the blame.

2008-03-16T15:49:00.002-04:00

Whatever happened to taking responsibility for your own actions? Are the people of today such crybabies that they just can't admit when they've screwed up?

I'm talking about Arelia Margarita Taveras. What is her deal? She lost all of her money, almost a MILLION dollars gambling. So now, she's decided to sue for $20 million. Yeah, she's suing six Atlantic City casinos and one in Las Vegas. Why? Because it was THEIR responsibility to see she had a problem, and they did nothing to stop her gambling.

This is what she says. "They knew I was going for days without eating or sleeping. I would pass out at the tables. They had a duty of care to me. Nobody in their right mind would gamble for four or five straight days without sleeping." She says she would go days at a time at the tables, not eating or sleeping, brushing her teeth with disposable wipes so she didn't have to leave.

Well if you ask me, nobody in their right mind would award this woman anything for being a dumbass! And if the casino had told her to leave, I'm sure she would have sued them for something completely different!

Did I mention she's a laywer? Figures.

And the bearded prize goes too.........

2008-03-01T15:49:00.018-05:00

I learned something new today! Did you know that the United States has a team of hairy men representing us worldwide? It's true! Beard Team USA just placed in four out of 17 categories in the World Beard & Moustache Championships. The Freestyle category is by far the most fun! Pretty much anything goes in this category.

Talk about commitment! Some of these guys grow out their facial hair for SIX YEARS to compete! Can you imagine? Backstage before the competition men apply gel and hairspray to their facial hair. Not one hair is out of place! They take this thing seriously! To view more great photos, go to: http://www.time.com/.

Raped without penetration

2008-02-09T16:40:00.001-05:00

Sometimes I find things online that upset me so much, I am actually unable to find the words to express my anger. I saw this video a few days ago, and it wasn't until now that I could even try to write about it.

As a woman, I go to great lengths to hide my nudity. Nothing funny is intended in that statement. After two children, being naked in front of a room full of strangers would be a nightmare for me. The video I want you to see is very hard to watch. The victim is a woman named Hope Steffy, and her assailants are police; a room full of men and women that were called to Steffy's home by her family after she'd been assaulted.

Watch the video, listen to the story, and let me know how you feel afterwards.

An unborn child is still a child

2008-01-19T16:55:00.000-05:00

I live in the town where Maria Lauterbach was killed, so I have followed the entire case very closely. As I'm sure you know, Maria Lauterbach, a local Marine, was 8 1/2 months pregnant when she was murdered and buried in the backyard of the man she accused of raping her.

I drove to the crime scene, just a few miles from my own home, to watch them dig for her body. I've read news articles, watched the news every night, and last night attended a candlelight vigil for her and her unborn son. Yes, son. She planned on naming him Gabriel.

As I stood among the other 300 or so people, stroking the hair of my own son, it saddened me to know that her poor little baby doesn't even count. In the state of North Carolina, an unborn child doesn't amount to much. If, and when, Cesar Laurean is prosecuted for the murder of Maria Lauterbach, he wont be charged with the death of her son.

I have just read and signed the petition: "Death or Injury causing death to a Fetus is still Murder". Please take a moment to read about this important issue, and join me in signing the petition. It takes just 30 seconds, but can truly make a difference. They are trying to reach 2000 signatures - please sign here: www.thepetitionsite.com/1/AFetusIsHuman

Thank you.

Say hello to my hairy friend

2008-01-14T11:47:00.000-05:00

I was crafting with my six year old, Dillon, recently. You know painting, glittering, gluing. It was all over my hands and wrists. So when Dillon informed me I had a moustache, I calmly wiped the back of my hand against the top of my mouth and smiled at him.

"No, Mom. A real one."

Nothing will stop a woman in her tracks faster than being told she has a moustache. A real one.

I bolted to the mirror and OH MY GOD he was right! I did have a moustache. And I don't mean a few stray hairs I had to strain to look for. A fourteen year old boy would have been jealous of this thing!! How could this have formed without my knowledge, and more puzzling was how did I not feel it? Ewwww……….. I had a moustache!

Nair to the rescue! Have you ever tried that stuff? My God, it smells like a cross between eggs & sewage. It's nasty, but I would've applied boiling acid to myself if that's what it took to get rid of the 'stache'.

Two minutes of Nair and………..it was still there. Somehow some of it had withheld. And oddly I had a burn mark on the corner of my upper lip. As if the hair wasn't noticeable enough, now I had a bright red mark hi-lighting the thing. An accent point, if you will.

I plucked the remaining hairs. And may I just say……OUCH THAT SHIT HURTS. Fucking hell it hurt. I had tears coming out of my eyes it hurt so damn bad. But I am proud to say that I am now hair free!

Until next time.

Bad guys hate pink

2008-01-07T17:01:00.000-05:00

A small prison in Texas has turned everything PINK and the inmates actually hate it! Who would've thought that pink uniforms would actually deter hardcore felons? Well, apparently, they don't like it.

Sheriff Clint Low introduced pink paint to cell walls and bars. Even put pink sheets on the beds. And then, changed the prison uniforms pink. When I first heard this, I thought it was ridiculous. However, it is working. Yeah. Something so simple is working. Prison population is DOWN. And those that are in jail now say the uniforms will stop them from coming back. Prisoners with good behavior are rewarded by not having to wear the pink.

If it works, why not do this elsewhere? Why stop at a small jail? Obviously there will be those that don't care what they wear, but with taxpayers paying upwards of $ 35.00 a day per inmate, don't you think it's worth a try?

And if they hate pink, imagine what they'd think of having to wear yellow duckies on their jumpsuits. Or pink bunnies. The possibilites are endless!

Protecting a child is not a job

2008-01-01T10:08:00.000-05:00

During the holidays, thousands of children are put onto airplanes alone. It is done everyday without incident. I couldn't do it. I worry way to much. However, if you are one of those people that allow your children to fly alone, and you pay the airlines for an escort for them, wouldn't you feel some sense of security knowing they will be looked after?

What if they weren't? What if once on the plane your child was forced to sit next to a pedophile who spent the flight touching his genitals while touching YOUR child? Wouldn't you be angry? Wouldn't you want SOMEONE held accountable? Perhaps even arrested??

It allegedly happened to a 12-year-old Alabama girl. That means it could happen to YOUR child! She was returning home from visiting her Father in San Diego via Delta Air Lines. A man sat next to the girl and allegedly began to rub her legs. She asked him, 'What are you doing?' He stopped, removed his hand from her leg, and went to the restroom. When he came back, he started it again. All the while touching himself sexually.

The girl alerted a flight attended of what was happening to her and asked if she could be moved. She was told, 'No, you'll be fine. I'll just check on you.'

But eventually she was moved. To First Class. When her flight arrived, she was allowed to leave the plane. So was the perpetrator. The airline didn't even disclose what had happened to the mother!!!!!! It was as if it didn't even happen. NO CHARGES WERE FILED. Delta Airlines is investigating the incident.

What is wrong with the world that it can turn it's back on a young girl being victimized? Why wasn't anyone there to help her? No one on the flight saw what was happening? Shouldn't she have been sat closer to the Flight Attendant station?

You may say it's not their job to babysit. And you may be right. But does it have to be an assigned 'job' to protect the innocence of our children?

Ho Ho NO!

2007-12-08T16:46:00.000-05:00

I am soooo tired of hearing how offended everyone is about everything! It's gotten to the point where anytime you say anything at all, SOMEONE is taking it the wrong way.

Don't agree? Well listen to this! Ho Ho Ho is banned in some malls! Yeah, you know the phrase that we've heard Santa say for how long now? For freakin' ever! THAT'S HOW LONG! Funny, when I was a little girl crawling up on Santa's lap and he said, "Ho Ho Ho" to me I didn't think he was calling me a slut. The thought never crossed my mind. IT WAS SANTA FOR GOD'S SAKE!
Well I guess someone out there finds this offensive because in certain places "management" doesn't want it said. They want Santa to start saying, "Ha Ha Ha". Please.

I'm so tired of walking on eggshells to try to please everyone! What's next? We can't say "Bless you" anymore when someone sneezes because we're violating their freedom of religion? OR maybe I'm sexually harassing my coworker when I tell him a customer was a pain in the ass? I mean ass IS in the sentence, it could be taken as sexual.

Why doesn't everyone just lighten the hell up? Why are people constantly searching for ways to be victimized?

That's some good shit.

2007-11-24T16:28:00.001-05:00

Kids will do ANYTHING for a buzz. I remember when I first heard of 'huffing'. I thought the idea of breathing in spray paint fumes to get high was the stupidest thing someone could do.

I stand corrected.

If you haven't already heard of Jenkem, let me introduce you. These crazy kids have reached a new low. And boy do I mean LOW! Jenkem is a mixture of human feces & urine that is fermented in a jar. Once it's nice and ripe, a balloon is attached to the top of the jar where the gas seeps into & it is then inhaled. THEY INHALE THE SHIT FUMES!!! It is said to give the user a euphoric response similar to ingesting cocaine but with hallucinogenic effects.

Now, I know some of you out there will say, "But Jenny. That's just an urban myth; something made up to scare people." And my answer to you will be this. Even if it BEGAN as an urban myth, somewhere out there someone has done it. Just to see if it works.

So be aware. If your kids start having an unusual interest in pooping, and you don't hear the toilet flush. It's Jenkem.

FREE stuff from Walmart!

2007-11-04T19:03:00.000-05:00

I've waited to post this until I was absolutely sure it was legit. You can get FREE STUFF from Walmart, and there is no catch whatsoever.

Simply go to Walmart.com. Then under the "In Stores Now" tab, go to "Free Samples". I started doing this about a month ago and have gotten so mant items my husband finally asked me what the deal was with all the Walmart stuff.

This month they only have a few things to offer, but last month I got coffee, lotion, shampoo, exfoliating wash, crackers and post it notes. So GO GET SOME FREE STUFF and think of me.

You are about to view XXX! Would you like to continue?

2007-10-25T09:53:00.000-04:00

My son, who is 11, asked me last nite when his penis will get bigger. HOW does a Mom answer this question? I did the only thing I knew to do. I googled 'puberty' and read aloud key points to him.

But it wasn't enough. "BUT WHEN WILL IT GET BIGGER?" he asked. Like an idiot, without thinking a bit, I googled something about getting a big penis.

BIG MISTAKE. Don't ever do that. At least not with a child sitting next to you. My son got an eyeful of porn the likes of which I didn't see until I was in my 20's. I quickly covered his eyes and shut off the monitor.

NOW, we all know how easy it is to pull up porn. Sometimes you don't even mean to do it. So why not WARN people when it's about to pop up? For instance, before it presents itself, why not have something come up that says:

YOU ARE ABOUT TO VIEW A SITE THAT CONTAINS NUDITY

AND GRAPHIC SEX.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONTINUE?

I think this is a FANTASTIC idea, don't you? What would it take to institute something like this? I'd really like some suggestions.

Wanna feel old? READ THIS.

2007-10-16T17:21:00.000-04:00

The people who are starting college this fall across the nation were born in 1987.

They are too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up.
Their lifetime has always included AIDS.
Bottle caps have always been screw off and plastic.
The CD was introduced the year they were born.
They have always had an answering machine.
They have always had cable.
They cannot fathom not having a remote control.
Jay Leno has always been on the Tonight Show.
Popcorn has always been cooked in the microwave.
They don't know who Mork was or where he was from.
They never heard: "Where's the Beef?", "I'd walk a mile for a Camel", or "de plane, Boss, de plane."
They do not care who shot J. R. and have no idea who J. R. even is.
McDonald's never came in Styrofoam containers.
They don't have a clue how to use a typewriter.

Do you feel old yet?

Johnny Fairplay gets "played".

2007-10-04T18:17:00.000-04:00

Remember Johnny Fairplay from Survivor a few years ago? God, I HATED this guy! Apparently, I'm not the only one as he has the distinction of being the least popular player to have ever been on Survivor. He's the moron that told fellow players that his Grandmother had died, just so he would be chosen to win during a reward challenge. (his Grandmother was alive & well)

So you can imagine my pleasure when I saw this video of Danny Bonaduce slamming him to the group during an awards ceremony. Johnny Fairplay lost several teeth due to the slam, and he is, of course, planning on suing. I am suddenly a HUGE Bonaduce fan!

Turnaround really is Fairplay. SUCKER.

Shouldn't doughnuts be a choice?

2007-09-25T13:37:00.000-04:00

A Senior Center in New York, which once received FREE day old bakery goods, has now been ordered to begin refusing the pastries. WHY? Because the county Office for the Aging sent a memo to senior nutrition centers announcing that the doughnuts didn't meet nutritional guidelines set by the Older Americans Act.

SO WHAT?

Should it or should it not be these people's decision to eat a friggin' doughnut? They are SENIOR CITIZENS!!!! These people have raised children, worked jobs, fought in wars, and by God if they want to eat a friggin' doughnut why is it ANYONE'S business to stop them?

Granted, the Seniors are still permitted to walk across the street to buy themselves pastries. That hasn't been taken away from them. Yet. But, stop and think that most Senior Citizens live on very limited incomes. They may not have the money to spare. Also, some may not be in good enough health to do something as simple as walk across the street.

It may seem like a small issue on the surface, but to me it's about the RIGHTS of others. They are adults. And if they want to make an unhealthy decision to eat junk food, them LEAVE THEM THE HELL ALONE! Sadly, for some of them, it could be the only thing they have to look forward to. Society shits on them, children forget about them......let them have what makes them happy.

Tasered

2007-09-19T16:32:00.001-04:00

If you haven’t seen the video of ANDREW MEYER getting his ass tasered by the police, it is something you NEED to see. Opinions are flying over whether or not he deserved to be treated with such force by police.

U.S. Sen. John Kerry gave a speech at the University of Florida. When Andrew Meyer asked a controversial question of him, and then demanded answers, the police stepped in to cut him short. For some reason, instead of calmly obeying the orders Meyer resisted and screamed. He pulled, tugged and yelled obscenities. You can hear the police warning him on the video that he will be tasered if he doesn’t comply.

But people are protesting his treatment! Rallying for disciplinary action to be taken against the police for reacting in a way that some say is too harsh.

Hey, I’m all for freedom of speech. The guy should have been given a chance to ask Kerry his question. And NO, I don’t like John Kerry. And yeah, the government are all a bunch of sneaky weasels who should be confronted about their wrongdoings.

But.

Don’t fight the cops if you don’t want your ass tasered. He got what he deserved. Watch the video and tell me your thoughts.

Is being sexy a crime?

2007-09-09T16:27:00.000-04:00

Really attractive women often stir up a lot of attention. I'd say they're used to that. But, is ANYONE so damn attractive that it's acceptable to kick them off an airplane?

Believe it or not, that's what happened to Kyla Ebbert , 23, of San Diego, CA. She was actually removed from a Southwest Airlines flight by a flight attendant for looking "too provocative, too revealing" to fly on a family airline. -WOW- Here's a picture of her in the outfit she was wearing that day.

After Kyla exited the plane and adjusted her outfit, she was allowed to reboard the plane, but sat covered in a blanket for the remainder of the flight. This poor girl was publicly humiliated and treated as if she were a leper! AND WHY? Look at her outfit! I've seen women wearing less than this at the grocery store for God's sake! I'd say for a 23 year old college girl, this outfit is pretty damn normal.

What about the passenger that sits next to you on the plane and REEKS of body odor? Or the person that talks your ear off when you just want some rest? These people are far more offensive than this girl! Let's remove them from the plane! Or better yet, let's refocus on passengers that may have a bomb in their shoe, or a knife in their pocket.