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In any other profession, that would be abysmal. In teaching, however, it is to be praised (I guess). We finally got SOL scores in, and out of 13 students in my small group classes, 8 passed the test. Of the five who did not pass, three are eligible to retake the test this week. Now, we have to decide who needs to take my final exam. Of the 8 who passed the SOL, 3 of them are failing my class for the year. They were not happy campers when I told them I was not signing the exemption form for the final exam.
In this county, the seniors are subjected to a ritual called 'capping'. I'd never heard of this, outside of reading about it in my old "Cherry Ames, Student Nurse" books. Evidently, the seniors all choose someone (friend, family member) to place the mortarboard on their heads in a big ol' ceremony. This is happening tonight. Luckily, faculty members do not have to be present. I've been told it takes forever - the seniors are called up, one by one, and someone puts on the hat. Now, you know I've got a question about this. Last Friday, we had the senior awards ceremony. 2 1/2 hours in the gym, sitting on the bleachers, listening to all the awards and scholarships given to the senior class. The seniors were there, of course, in their gowns AND CAPS! I wouldn't think that was legal, since they had not yet been capped. Nobody asked me. I would have told them.
As a side note, I think this is one time during the entire school year when someone can say "I'm gonna cap your a**" and not get in trouble for voicing a threat. Not sure.
I think this is the final indignity the seniors must go through, before graduation. They are all finished on Friday, and will have a week to relax before the graduation ceremony on June 9. That's a ceremony I'm not looking forward to. My understanding is the faculty has to be at school by 8:00 AM that Saturday, all decked out in our gowns and regalia. Luckily, we don't have to wear mortarboards (who would I ask to 'cap' me? hmmmm...) I have been told we can wear other type hats - like big, floppy beach hats!?! I hope that's true... The hats may be necessary, since we will be on the football field, from 9:00 AM until God knows when, in the sun, IN JUNE, WEARING BLACK LONG-SLEEVED ROBES! I'm wondering what (if anything) to wear under the robe.
Better not to think about it.
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
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Writers take risks in setting stories to paper but readers take risks, too. I was reminded of that recently in a conversation with a young friend I'll call Louisa. She confessed that it had taken her two months to get up the courage to email me to tell me her thoughts about Hattie Big Sky. Louisa's comment reminded me of my all-time favorite quote, "You've got to take those daring leaps or you're nowhere," (from Russell Hoban's A Mouse and His Child). Both writers and readers have to endure shaky hands and fluttering stomachs, -- uncertain and even afraid of how our efforts will be received -- if there are ever to be those cherished connections.
Around the holidays, I got an email from a junior higher named Kaelen. She told me how much she loved HBS, so much so that she used the cover in an art project she was working on. Kaelen shared her dream with me, of wanting to be an artist and writer. For one second, I was tempted to respond that it's hard work and that not everyone makes it -- you know, downer, adult kinds of things. Some grace, however, took over my fingers and instead I told her to keep after that dream. Long story short: an email soon arrived from Kaelen's mother telling me about challenges Kaelen faced in her life and how much my response had meant. One thing led to another, and Kaelen and I are going to get to meet when I'm in Warrensburg, Missouri in a few weeks for the Children's Literature Festival there. After hearing from her mom, I sent Kaelen a copy of HBS. Look at what I received as a thank-you in return:
She's only in junior high! Amazing. And Kaelen tells me she's sending me a package with more of her stunning artwork.
I get to delight in this wonderful connection because a reader set aside worries about whether or not it was okay to email an author and about how the author might respond. Kaelen has inspired me to send a thank you note, today, to an author whose book I've admired.
And Kaelen's beautiful courage deserves to be honored by my doing my very best work. So back at it I go!
Thursday, March 5, 2009
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A new semi-scripted Reality Show starring former SNL star Victoria Jackson. Who's Victoria Jackson follows her quest to reinvent herself in Music City.
Online PR News – 27-June-2016 – Nashville Tennessee – Former SNL Star Victoria Jackson To Star in New Show
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Rossetti Productions and Victoria Jackson are excited to announce "Who's Victoria Jackson?" - a new semi-scripted reality show that follows Victoria's quest to reclaim her place in the entertainment industry by forming a band and performing her original ukulele songs at the Grand Ole Opry.
Lorne Michaels had never seen anything like her. A high voiced, ukulele playing blonde bombshell, that had made her mark on society by doing handstands. So in 1986, Victoria Jackson joined the cast of Saturday Night live and began a six year stretch of comedic excellence that has yet to be paralleled; along side a cast that included Dana Carvey, Dennis Miller, Phil Hartman, Jon Lovitz, Kevin Nealon, Chris Farley and Mike Meyers.
Her star continued to shine as she made her way into the movie world with roles in Baby Boom, Dream A Little Dream, Family Business, I Love You to Death, UHF and dozens more. She had the chance to work along side Dustin Hoffman, Sean Connery, Matthew Broderick, "Weird" Al Yankovic, Joe Pesci, Corey Feldman, Diane Keaton, Lea Thompson, Dan Ackroyd, Kevin Kline, Jason Robards and more. Victoria had cemented her place in pop culture.
But even the firmest cement can crack and soon Victoria found herself on the outside of show business looking in.
But now, nearly 25 years from her last SNL appearance, Victoria Jackson is trying to reclaim her rightful place in pop culture. A little older, a little wiser and a little balder, Victoria is on a mission to answer the question "Who's Victoria Jackson?".
"I'm a singer. The only problem is I have a bad voice. But, it never stopped Bob Dylan." Victoria said.
Moving to Nashville, Tennessee in 2013, Victoria is now a breast cancer survivor, a grandmother, mother, wife, ex-political activist, comedian and actress, but she has never forgotten her biggest dream - to be the next Minnie Pearl and bring her original ukulele songs to the Grand Ole Opry stage. And so the quest begins.
She will put together a band in Music City, hitting the stage in clubs all over town to prove herself worthy of being the next Minnie Pearl. On stages like the BlueBird Cafe, Kimbros Cafe, Zanies Comedy Club and more, Victoria puts herself out there like never before. Sometimes, her retired cop husband, Paul accompanies her on the piano. Sometimes she fires him because of his attitude.
"People have been asking me for years to become a singing sensation in Music City, so I finally dragged myself out of the gym, the marriage therapy office and the Breast Cancer Clinic to put myself out there again, for the fans, for the fans," Jackson explains. "There is one voice missing in Nashville, mine! We've got Elvis, Dolly, Miranda, and Underwood, but up until now...no one to fill the shoes of the great Minnie Pearl! I will leave retirement, with all of its perks and pluses, to once again hit the pavement with my ukulele and my love for humanity, to join the birds in celebrating life in song!"
"We are very excited to work with Victoria on this project," Rossetti Productions founder Chip Rossetti said. "We have worked with her in movies, and now we have a chance to bring her unique spirit to the masses with this program. There are few people in the world like Victoria, and the world is going to love getting a look into her life."
"I'm ready to hit the big time again, after completing my parental duties, the final season of Downton Abbey, chemo, radiation and a long dip in the pool," Jackson continued.
Victoria Jackson has been a performer and comedian all her life. With nearly 70 movie and television credits to her name, her life is an ever changing comedic experience. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, she has been outspoken about her cancer, as well as her treatment that has temporarily taken away her signature blonde locks and forced her to wear dozens of flamboyant and colorful wigs. But even cancer hasn't slowed her down. She does movies, stand up comedy, Tea Parties, attends church, 'small group' and Community Bible study, and still finds time to dote on her children and grandchildren.
"My muscular, OCD, retired-SWAT-police-helicopter-pilot husband is a challenge, but we are approaching our 24th wedding anniversary, so we must be doing something right," Jackson said.
Chip Rossetti is an experienced filmmaker with 19 feature films to his credit. He has written over 30 scripts for feature films, all in the Christian, Faith Based and Family genres. His company, Rossetti Productions, has become one of the most influential Faith Based feature film production companies in the world.
"This show is going to be very different then most reality shows," Rossetti said. "The audience is going to see Victoria attack real life situations, but from a Christian world view. The show will have a number of recognizable regulars like Ray Stevens who recorded Victoria's "When I Get to Nashville" in his studio on Music Row, after they worked together on the movie, "Campin' Buddies". Also joining Victoria is Jimmy Labriola (Home Improvement) who smokes cigars with Vicki's husband Paul. Victoria will harmonize with Johnny Crawford and his 1929 Orchestra when he's in town. Crawford discovered Victoria in Birmingham doing summer stock in 1980 and he gave her a one way ticket to Hollywood to be in his nightclub act. They are still friends. It's really going to be fun."
"Who's Victoria Jackson?" will go into production of the pilot episode in August of 2016. Rossetti Productions is prepared to target several networks, cable channels and online outlets with the project.


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Meet Beau!
After a brief blogging hiatus we're back, and we have the sweetest little baby around to introduce.
Beau McKinnon Dubberly. There's never been a happier, sweeter, more easy-going baby.
We're all huge fans of this little guy.
Meet Beau!
After a brief blogging hiatus we're back, and we have the sweetest little baby around to introduce.
Beau McKinnon Dubberly. There's never been a happier, sweeter, more easy-going baby.
We're all huge fans of this little guy.
Back in September when the dust started to settle after our whirlwind move from Kentucky back to Georgia we took our first family trip to the beach!
I just found a spare second to go through the photos, and they bring back all of the fun memories.
Judson is a natural beach lover. All the sand in the world to dig, and you can take breaks to play golf. What's not to love?
Delaney was born to be a beach babe too! She was still in the phase where most of her days were spent napping so the majority of her time was spent on the patio or in the condo.
December has been a rough month in our house. The babies were kind enough to not get sick at the same time, but it's meant we've had a solid two weeks of coughs, fevers, ear infections, runny noses, and lots of tears.
We have not had a lot of sleep.
Deek and I are pretty sleep deprived, and the other night while we were propping each other up he reminded me of the wise words of the Hag himself.
If we make it through December
Everything's gonna be all right, I know
It's the coldest time of winter
And I shiver when I see the falling snow.
And because of the aforementioned sleep deprivation I found it to be the funniest thing I had heard in a long time. So now it's our official theme song for the remainder of the month. Yes, we have a theme song. You should really get one.
Thanks, Merle.
And thanks, Deek, for being my best Okie from Muskogee.
This little cherub celebrated her 1/2 year birthday just a few days ago! So we had a quick photo shoot while big brother was taking a nap, and we tried on our Christmas dress for good measure.
Delaney wasn't really in the mood to have her picture taken.
However, we got a few good ones anyway because she is the absolute best baby and cannot take a bad picture! Just ask her mother, father, grandparents, etc, etc. etc.
No crawling just yet, but she can roll over with the best of them. She smiles and laughs all of the time. She loves kisses and hugs, and thinks big brother is the most hilarious person alive.
Delaney just turned 5 months last week!
She is rolling over and actually seems to enjoy tummy time!
She squeals and coos, and loves to be told how pretty she is…which there's no shortage of people willing to do that!
She has started trying baby food, but the jury is still out on what we think about that. She makes the absolute funniest faces when you feed her. Apples seems to be our favorite so far.
Big brother Judson is our favorite person around. We could watch him play all day! She giggles any time he runs by with his golf club in hand.
Happy 5 months, Delaney Girl!
Delaney turned 3 months old this past Saturday, and I cried a little on the inside (kidding…sort of). Time really does fly with the second baby.
She is the happiest little lady. Smiles and coos all of the time. Loves one-on-one interaction!
She is a great little eater, and is growing every single day.
She is very sassy, and will let you know when she isn't pleased with how things are going.
She is perfection! Happy three months, angel baby!
She's here! We would like to introduce our Delaney Ann.
Born on June 5, 2015 at 5:46 in the morning in Madison, Indiana at King's Daughters' Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds and 14.5 ounces and was 21 inches long.
She is a very sweet baby, and likes to be held. She is definitely our little snuggler.
We are completely smitten.
Big brother Judson thinks that she's pretty special too.
Here are a few outtakes from our newborn photo shoot. Judson is a great assistant!
This is as good as it gets for our little ten month old! Judson had no time for his sticker wearing this past weekend.
Judson is standing up without assistance and even has been taking a few steps. He loves to share, to read books, and to play with his toys.
He has a great appetite, and has been trying new foods lately. He says, "Mmmmm!" to Mama's mashed potatoes. He's also a big fan of macaroni and cheese. Judson puts his eight teeth to good use.
Judson says Mama, Dada, and dog. We think he even said, "Amen!" after the blessing the other day.
He gives the best slobbery kisses and his hugs make you melt.
It's hard to believe that we will be celebrating one year in just a couple of months! What a little gift.
We had our anatomy scan just a few days ago, and we are so excited to announce that we are expecting a girl!
She kicked and wiggled the entire time during our ultrasound…much like her older brother! The ultrasound tech, Brittany, also did our anatomy scan with Judson. She commented on how wiggly our little lady was, and had to take a few re-takes to get the images she needed. We were happy to see our girl for such a long time!
Our sweet girl likes to keep her hands up by her face, and keep her little head over in the region of my right hip.
Judson announced the good news to our families with a bunch of pink balloons! He's going to be a great big brother. We hope she's ready to play because we have a big brother who is an expert!
Before we had the ultrasound all of our family members weighed in so congratulations are in order for Grandma Shirley, Aunt Mae, Aunt Chele, Jonah and Poppy for guessing the correct gender! NaNa, Aunt April, Uncle Greg and Cam get honorable mention because they guessed it would be a baby. haha
We can hardly wait until June!
This sweet darling is 9 months old! We are quite the little mover, and will probably be walking any day now.
He has 8 teeth. He says, "Da-Da" and "Ma-Ma" but never on demand. He has the cutest little voice. He enjoys eating whatever Mama and Daddy are eating, and has a great appetite.
We had our 9 months check up with a new pediatrician, Dr. Diamond, last week, and Judson thought she was really nice. She let us play with her stethoscope and otoscope!
Judson weighs 21.9 pounds and is 29 inches long. That puts him in the 75th percentile for height and weight.


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Hausu is the collective output of four schoolmates from Portland's famously eccentric Reed College. Disciples of punk in all its historical deviations, particularly that of the Cure and the Smiths, Hausu's music is at once brooding and poppy. All of this nostalgia tempered by a finger on the pulse of the latest blog sounds, there are fresh elements of rhythmic interplay and tongue in cheek lyricism at work on their latest EP. Temporarily on hiatus for the last few months while trying to finish up the school year, the band is promising more upcoming dates with a new set of material to be released as an LP sometime this year. Check them out live at Holocene on Monday March 5th with Cloud Nothings.
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What's the best way to express your utter enthusiasm about the beginning of a season?
- A shopping spree?
- A birthday gift to yourself (even if it's not your birthday)?
- Collage?
- Save money?
I don't know. Perhaps a mixture of all the above. Perhaps…
The women's fall-winter 2011 runway season started in New York more than a week ago with more than 100 shows. Marc Jacobs' FW11 collection is what is restoring my enthusiasm about seasons. Not the muted collection per se, but rather what it stands for. When I first saw the coin dot pattern, and "hmmed" and "hawwed", but that's hardly and "ooh" and "aaah". It's merely an acknowledgement of the existance of the collection… BUT upon closer inspection, one sees…COIN DOT PATTERNS and all I can think about is the many deposit slips that I have had to submit for this, for that. MONEY! Saving money..
My thought process is not making much sense but Ashlee Olsen helps me put it in a few words. (for such chic-ettude she looks very nonchalant)
When I saw the circley, coin dot, poker chip sequins, whatever you have been raised to call it, detailing on Marc Jacobs' work… All I could think about was Nicolas Ghesquiere's previous collection. The one for which the sweater and skirt that Ashlee Olsen is wearing was from… THIS ONE
Futurism… Elegance (parisian chic on the part of Jacobs), and complete edginess…. I CANT WAIT FOR THE WINTER TO BEGIN!!!


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Children and young people participate in the commonwealth youth games.
The Commonwealth Youth Games were held first in 2000 at Edinburgh, Scotland. The second in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, in 2004 and the third commonwealth youth Games took place in 2008, at Pune, India.
The fourth commonwealth youth games are going to be held in Douglas, Isle of Man, in 2011. From 2011 onwards the youth games will be after a four-year period as the bigger commonwealth games.
Disclaimer: We are not officially associated with any Commonwealth or Olympics Games Event. Neither we are affiliated with any of the promoter of the games, athletes or venues.


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Today is a day of remembrance. A day to look back and remember what you were doing when you heard the news of the terrorist attack. A day to remember how it made you feel. A day of sadness and reflection. Also this day makes us proud of how our country stood together in support of those that lost someone most special to them. Proud of how we all felt a sense of loss even if we did not know anyone personally who was lost. Pride in our first responders. Those that lost their lives and those that are our local first responders, knowing that they would have gave their own lives if this terrorist act had happened closer to home. Pride in community and our ability to persevere.
Something so horrendous can be a building block of strength. Strength, that those of my generation that had never experienced terror and war like our parents and grandparents faced, to survive and rebuild.
Though there is a lot of unhappiness among the people of our country. Today is a day we can step back and remember the emotions of a day and time when we all stood together. When we all held our breaths. When we all said a prayer. When we all cried.
The American spirit rang through the country side of all America as people, like my Mom and my cousin, who raced to the church to ring the church bell. Raising an alarm to those who may not have heard the news and ringing the bell of reassurance that hope is still alive.
God bless and carry the spirit of love and hope with you through out the day.
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The judge ruled that Deepak, 18, and Satish Kalpoe, 21, could go free on condition that they not leave Aruba and remain available to police, said attorneys Ruud Oomen and David Kock.
The court on Thursday had ordered Dutch teenager Joran van der Sloot to be released under the same conditions imposed on the Kalpoes, who are Surinamese nationals.
Van der Sloot, 18, and the Kalpoes were arrested June 9. The brothers were released July 4 but were re-arrested last week. All three have denied any involvement in Holloway's disappearance.
Although the judge had ordered the brothers held for another eight days Thursday, he agreed Friday to suspend his decision because the brothers had made no attempt to evade justice the first time they were released, Oomen said.
"Since the brothers were free for almost two months and made no attempt to evade justice and submitted themselves to any court proceedings, there is no need at this moment to keep them detained," Oomen told The Associated Press.
"My clients will fully cooperate with the investigation," he added. "They maintain their innocence very, very emphatically."
Beth Holloway Twitty, the missing Alabama teenager's mother, said she was dismayed by the move.
"I'm devastated," she said, adding she would not comment further until the three suspects were released.
Attempts to reach prosecutors for comment were unsucessful.
Holloway, 18, was last seen May 30, leaving a bar with van der Sloot and the Kalpoes hours before she was to catch a flight home from a vacation to celebrate her high school graduation.
Van der Sloot has admitted to being alone with the young woman on a beach the night she vanished. He has said he left there alone and did not harm her.
Numerous searches throughout the Dutch Caribbean territory have produced no trace of Holloway.


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Sister returned home yesterday from her class excursion to the Capital. The very first thing out of her mouth as she opened the door was a heavy, exasperated sigh; I knew that life would immediately go back to normal (joy). Apparently, she was (as predicted) pissed that the futon had been moved out of her room (we put it in the garage so that Brother would at last have a bed and get to it at a decent hour—Milo's going to force him, haha).
Every story she has told so far has in some way involved "d— black people". One of the first words I heard out of her mouth was the 'N' word. And then she said, "But these other two black girls who were whitewash were pretty cool." And ohh, that pissed me off. I think that term probably pisses me off more than does the 'N' word. I really wanted to say to her, "Look, dumbass, I'm so sorry your side lost the Civil War, but quit griping about it already!" I think next time I shall.
Naturally, she was going on and on about it all night; Milo and I exchanged glances, half amused and half disgusted by her utter stupidity and annoying-ness, and said nothing.
And then this morning, I was in my room and heard her bitching about something, but couldn't quite make out what it was because it was in this low-pitched, whiny voice, instead of a high one. And then I heard my mom say, "That is not true; Milo does plenty to help out around the house! A lot more than you do!" And she went on to list things, which sort of silenced Psychobrat, which is good, because I would have immediately sprung out of my room to come to his defense.
My dad backs her up on this issue, too. Simply because whenever there are loads of crap all over the house, and Milo is the one to move them out of the way, my dad complains that he doesn't know where any of his stuff is anymore, that somebody who isn't even a part of this family keeps moving it—so stop leaving it in the way! Milo doesn't want a filthy house anymore than any of the rest of us, and I would think that certain people could appreciate some of what he does around here like the rest of us, instead of just bitching all the time.
So then she started in on me, and how she does more around the house than I do, or Brother, for that matter, and all this other crap that I couldn't really make out, but I know I distinctly heard, "I do more than either one of them!"
Ironically enough, just a few minutes before, I had been sitting in the kitchen, when my mom asked me to unload the dishwasher. I said okay, and then she said loudly, "Sister…do you want to unload the dishwasher?"
Sister screeched back, "NO! Why should I have to do it!? I haven't been home for a week!"
I smiled pleasantly and said, "Don't worry; I can do it." My mom smiled back.
So, while the whole bitch-fest was going on, my mom informed her that I was the one who had unloaded (and re-loaded) the dishwasher that morning, to which Psychobrat responded, "Well, she should have to do it! She's been home all week!!"
My mom informed her that I don't even eat off of the dishes, seeing as how I don't eat any breakfast, I have a sandwich each day for lunch (on a paper plate), and I eat dinner at work.
Psychobrat said, "Well, good for her! She's part of this family, too!"
My mom said, "Yes, and as a part of this family, she helps keep this house clean!"
Psychobrat again said, "I do more than she does!"
There were some things said in undertone, and then Psychobrat started bitching that I have not yet moved out of the house. My mom said, "She is at home working and going to college! It's not like she's a bum!"
Psychobrat said, "I'm going to move out as soon as I'm old enough!"
My mom said, "It may not be as easy as you think."
I thought about going out and making a sarcastic remark about how easy it would be for me to move out today, with the pittance I get each month after my car payment, but I didn't care enough. What is the point of wasting my breath on her?
Then my cell phone rang, so I was finally able to tune everything out.
Welcome home, Psychobrat.


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Video display Donegal NW Area More detail Place count in area: 73, OSI/LPS Maps: 1, 10, 11, 12, 2, 6 Highest place: Errigal, 751m Maximum height for area: 751 metres, Maximum prominence for area: 688 metres, Places in area Donegal NW:Ballystrang 292mBrown Mountain 224mCark Mountain 364mCraigcannon 357mCroaghegly 245mCroaghmore 278mCrockmore 349mCrocknaneeve 155.9mCulliagh SE Top 369mEdenacarnan 192mGregory Hill 336mKnockalla 363mKnockbrin 259mLoughaskerry 252mLoughsalt Mountain 469mMeenavally 219mMoyle Hill 148mMoylemore (Owey Island) 102mSliabh an tSratha Greadaithe 285mToome 175mAranmore: Cnoc an Iolair (Mullach Thiar) (Aranmore) 227mDerryveagh Mountains: Aghla Beg 563.9mAghla Beg (South) 602.3mAghla More 581.2mAn Cnoc Fada 485mAn Cnoc Glas 489mAn Eadarna Mhór 416mAn Grogán Mór 457mArdloughnabrackbaddy 472.5mBingorms 578mCnoc Bhealach Gaoithe 480mCnoc na Searrach 495mCró an Locháin 486mCró Bheithe 315mCrockawama 238mCrockfadda 529mCrockfadda E Top 454mCrockfadda North-East Top 502mCrockmulroney 430mCrocknafarragh 517mCrocknafarragh SE Top 470mCruach Leac Chonaill 266mCruach na Sagart 480mDooish 651.5mDooish South-East Top 553.9mDrumnalifferny Mountain 596mErrigal 751mMackoght 555mMaumlack 480mMuckish 667.1mNa Leargacha 470.6mSaggartnadooish 506.4mSaggartnadooish E Top 478.9mSlieve Snaght 678mDerryveagh Mtns: Dooish South-West Top 528mDrumnalifferny North-East Top 585mFanad: Ballynabrocky Hill 152mCashelmore 149mCnoc na Boirne 227mDrumavohy Hill 153mGlendowan Mountains: Binswilly 337mCnoc an Stualaire 418mFarscallop 420.6mGartan Mountain 357mKinnaveagh 384mLeahanmore 442mMoylenanav 539mGweedore: Carn Traonach 425mCnoc Fola 314mTaobh an Leithid 429mHorn Head: Croaghnamaddy 252mRosguill: Cnoc na Sleá 163mGáinne Mór 207m Note: this list of places includes island features such as summits, but not islands as such. Centre on map. Loughaskerry Hill Donegal County, in Binnion List, Banded semi-pelitic & psammitic schist Bedrock Height: 252m OS 1:50k Mapsheet: 6 Grid Reference: C09300 20800 Place visited by 4 members. Recently by: jackill, Garmin, chalky, Harry Goodman I have visited this place: NO (You need to be a logged-in member to change this.) More detail Longitude: -7.855344, Latitude: 55.034504 , Easting: 209300, Northing: 420800 Prominence: 145m, Isolation: 3.9km ITM: 609247 920784, GPS IDs, 6 char: Lghskr, 10 char: LghskryBedrock type: Banded semi-pelitic & psammitic schist, (Termon Formation) Loughaskerry is the 1270th highest place in Ireland. Trackback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1213/?PHPSESSID=5i0de7kg6rj7ef552lqioaj031 Rate Gallery COMMENTS for Loughaskerry 1 of 1 Picture from Harry Goodman : View NW to Aghla Beg, Crocknalaragah and Muckish Picture: View NW to Aghla Beg, Crocknalaragah and Muckish No great challenge but a worthy Binnion nonetheless . by Harry Goodman 6 Oct 2015 I visited this top on 26 July 2014. Take the R255 W off the N56 at C119221 A and follow along to take a minor road on the left C110223 B going SSE. About 2k along go right SW along the Braughan Road to C101201 C. Take the minor road on the right and follow it up NNW to C0984820421 D just past a large shed on the left. Before going down left and around to a parking place at C0976920371 Eask permission to do so at the nearby farmhouse as this part of the road has been extended by the local farmers to improve their access to the land above. From the parking place the tarmac continues along for a further 300m before it becomes a rough stone and clay track which ends on the hillside at C0954820586 F. From this point the top lies a further 300m along to the NW up a good grassy slope with some patches of short heather broken only by a few small rocks near the high point. The top lies unmarked within a small relatively flat ring contour. The views are extensive with a full 365 degree sweep covering many of the tops in NW Donegal, the Bluestacks , the more distant Sperrins, with the prominent ouline of the Sawel/ Dart ridge clearly visable and further around the hills of Inishowen. Although this is a hill that can be easily climbed up and back in less than 30 minutes, be sure to take time when there to simply enjoy the views on offer. A worthy Binnion that can be included with a number of other nearby stand alone tops in the area or simply included as a side trip when visiting the higher tops of the Derryveagh/Glendowan mountains. Trackback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1213/comment/17577/ Your Score: Very useful << >>Average (End of comment section for Loughaskerry.) Some mapping: Open Street Map (Various variations used.) British summit data courtesy: Database of British & Irish Hills (Creative Commons Licence) MountainViews.ie, a Hill-walking Website for the island of Ireland. 11 Million Visitors Per Year. 1300 Contributors.


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Just like I mentioned earlier I am doing another Holiday Give-Away and this one is BIGGER and BETTER!:)
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
NEW *Holiday* Give-Away* Announcement!
Just like I mentioned earlier I am doing another Holiday Give-Away and this one is BIGGER and BETTER!:)
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This is a great one! I love Burts Bees! I have been using my coupons and buying online for the deals and the free shipping.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:03:00 AM 2008
- Zimms Zoo said...
christy z
We saved up all of our points that we earn through our bank with the check card and used it to buy christmas presents so no money out of our pocket. YEAH!!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:04:00 AM 2008
Angie S. at firstname.lastname@example.com I am saving money by learning couponing, i'm so new to this and loving everything about it.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:05:00 AM 2008
- Julie said...
I started saving for this christmas last January, when I stocked up on holiday bubble bath & body butters at 80% off. I am so happy now to go to my "storeroom/closest" and pull out cheap gifts!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:06:00 AM 2008
- Kathleen said...
Oh wow! I am in love with Burt's Bees, and this would be so great to win. I'd be tempted to keep it myself though.
I've been saving money by making a lot of gifts. I sewed some aprons for my niece and goddaughter, and am making food baskets for my in-laws. It's fun to do too!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:06:00 AM 2008
- erin said...
I love Burt's Bees. We had a clothing swap with friends. It's so great to have all new items AND to get rid of clothes that were in a bag at the bottom of my closet. This is Erin J.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:06:00 AM 2008
- Camille said...
Camille D.
We save at Christmas by limiting the number of presents we buy, and making special presents for certain people (stepping stones for the grandparents).
- Tue Dec 16, 09:07:00 AM 2008
Sherri H
I save by baking goodies to give for gifts.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:09:00 AM 2008
We had a free 'garage sale' for people to take what they needed.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:13:00 AM 2008
I just started couponing and am learning all of these awesome deals! Another way I saved was by buying a few things on clearance last year after Christmas! I am also selling things around the house on craigslist for extra cash! :)
Laura K
- Tue Dec 16, 09:14:00 AM 2008
- Lorrie Briggs said...
Burt's Bees is my favorite! I love them. Thanks for the giveaway.
I have been saving this season by shopping with ebates and looking for coupon codes. It is amazing what you can find.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:14:00 AM 2008
- Donna said...
Donna P.
My little sister LOVES Burts Bees!! We save money when I make blankets and holiday cookies for friends and family.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:15:00 AM 2008
- mom2nji said...
I love Burts Bees!
I saved money this season by making candy for all my sons' teachers, with ingredients I got super cheap with coupons.
Jenni W.
mom2nji @ gmail.com
- Tue Dec 16, 09:17:00 AM 2008
I have saved by cutting back on gift giving. I am spending more time with my family and friends, instead of buying things nobody wants or needs.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:17:00 AM 2008
Debbie S
What an awesome gift! We saved $ this year by shopping the sales & using coupons. As I was wrapping my DS's gifts, I couldn't believe the $ saved by buying on sale and using coupons!!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:17:00 AM 2008
- Linda and Greg said...
I would love to win--thanks!!
Shopping around and starting early have helped us save this season--thanks!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:17:00 AM 2008
today's my birthday should be my lucky day, eh? lovemylittlefamily at yahoo dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 09:18:00 AM 2008
- Bovee Brigade said...
Christi B.
We don't give gifts. In years past we have just planned a fun family event that doesn't cost much if anything. The memory lasts so much longer than a gift and everybody loves the time together.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:18:00 AM 2008
- Tawra Jean said...
Oh, I love Burts Bees!
I used my Swagbucks to bunch of gifts this year, all for free!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:19:00 AM 2008
- Trish said...
I love Burt's Bees!! I especially love their baby products. I have been stockpiling from Walgreens and now that it's Christmas time, all I have to do is "shop" in my closet for teacher gifts, it's so fun! Tricia P.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:20:00 AM 2008
Stacie H.
I cashed in my discover cashback bonus money on gift cards. I was able to save a ton on gifts this year by giving these gift cards away.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:24:00 AM 2008
- Kristen said...
kristen b
We saved lots of money be making giftbags full of freebies we've gotten. Thanks for the giveaway!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:24:00 AM 2008
- Owens Family said...
Amy O
I love your site--it's the first one I check in the morning. I have been saving this year with coupons(I just started doing it a few months and I'm amazed at how much you can save with a little extra effort) and buying online with free shipping.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:25:00 AM 2008
rebecca k
This is a great give-away! I've been clipping more coupons than ever, and buy things only when I have a coupon, and have been thinking out of the box when it comes to creative and cheap, but thoughtful gifts! :-)
rebeccakatzer at gmail dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 09:26:00 AM 2008
- Coupon-Girl said...
We've taken advantage of Walmart price matching. Instead of travleing all around town to get great deals we bring the competitors' ads to Walmart and get even better deals. We are never restricted by the ads minimum purchase requirements or limits on quantities.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:26:00 AM 2008
Jill S. (wjillanita_27 at yahoo dot com)
We've been saving by only having stockings this year.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:26:00 AM 2008
- realwomenforsarah said...
Every Christmas I usually get a few Gift cards for places I don't usually shop at (like Pier one, Bath and body etc.) so I save those cards and use on the following Christmas to buy presents. I was able to mark 4 people off my list by using gift cards. -Maggie C.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:26:00 AM 2008
Oh...Burts Bees!
We are buying very few Christmas presents. Our children honestly couldn't think of anything they really wanted...they even had difficulty thinking of anything when the grandparents asked! I have been using my coupons at Walgreens to cut our "household" needs and I am purchasing groceries through a food co-op and avoiding the grocery store. I spend less money by NOT going to the store!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:27:00 AM 2008
- Liz in the Mist said...
Great giveaway! I have saved this Christmas by shopping for my family via catalog so I cut down on impulse buys!!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:27:00 AM 2008
Sign me up! Joy C. firstname.lastname@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 09:28:00 AM 2008
- Sue said...
Connie Sue J.
We are saving "money" by pooling a set amount and giving to World Vision gifts. But hey it's always nice to "get" something too.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:30:00 AM 2008
this is too awesome!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:31:00 AM 2008
- Frugal Mommy said...
Saving money by CVSing for stocking stuffers!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:33:00 AM 2008
- one frugal lady said...
Jenny J.
I would love to win this! I save money during the ENTIRE year because I am just plain cheap. I don't treat myself to things like Burt's Bees! lol!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:34:00 AM 2008
- moose77 said...
I just started coupon saving and now I'm hooked! Thanks Marcy C.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:35:00 AM 2008
- chadler said...
Since my husband is gone this holiday season, I am stuck shopping for our large family and parents. The one thing that has saved us is the amount of canning I did this summer. Everything for our parents was homemade - nothing purchased at the store! If I had to purchase an item to complete the craft, I used several 50% coupons.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:37:00 AM 2008
- Miriam said...
I made a master plan this year early, so was able to watch for great deals and come in under budget! ~ Miriam T.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:38:00 AM 2008
- Katie and Josh said...
Ooooo I love Burt's Bees! I have managed to save money on Christmas presents by shopping early (2 months ago) and shoppin the clearance racks.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:38:00 AM 2008
- Andrea said...
Andrea L.
We buy Christmas presents for the next year at the after Christmas sales-- we're done by the middle of January and we save a ton.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:40:00 AM 2008
- Suzanne said...
Burts Bees Rules! Thanks so much
for this opportunity. We're saving
this year by cutting back on presents and focusing more on what
really matters...family, friends
and we're much happier!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:41:00 AM 2008
sandra w. site helps save time also by telling you where the deals are
- Tue Dec 16, 09:42:00 AM 2008
- Natalia said...
I save this christmas, I send all the family handmade cards that my son draw and color with a family pic. They all live in PR. And I use my coupon for grocery too.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:43:00 AM 2008
- silverhartgirl said...
I bought scrapbook paper for a quarter and made all my Christmas tags from that. I have been using coupons and letting the kids make the Christmas cards. They are so cute.
Jessica C
- Tue Dec 16, 09:43:00 AM 2008
- ilovemy5kids said...
Lana W
I've saved going through Amazon this year for my children's gifts. Gotta love that free shipping, no traffic, and no kids screaming (except mine of course). :)
- Tue Dec 16, 09:44:00 AM 2008
- Allison said...
Awesome giveaway! I've been saving money by comparison shopping online and checking retailmenot.com for discount codes.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:45:00 AM 2008
- skittles24 said...
Jennifer H.
I've only tried a few Burt's Bees products, but I love them! I'm using all kinds of different coupons from stores that get emailed to me and buying fewer gifts this year.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:46:00 AM 2008
- Proud Corpsman's Wife said...
Virginia H.
To save money I have been using promo codes and coupons.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:50:00 AM 2008
One way I've saved money is by trying to eat in rather than out, even after long days of shopping! It's so tempting to pick up a pizza or stop off for a quick bite out, but this can really add up. Coming home and cooking up something quick (eggs, spaghetti, tacos, even frozen pizza!) really saves money!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:51:00 AM 2008
Ooooh, my sister and I love Burt's Bees stuff! One way to save money on Christmas shopping is by shopping at outlets! There is a long strip of outlets by my house and we went there and picked up some good deals!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:52:00 AM 2008
A tip for money saving: Check out dealnews.com and amazon.com frequently for their deals of the day! Sometimes they are really awesome!
- Tue Dec 16, 09:53:00 AM 2008
- TinkBrown said...
I love Burts Bees!! I've saved by using all the cool coupon tips from all you lovely ladies. I always used to think 'all that work to save $0.50, big deal' Now I know better!!
Gloria B.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:54:00 AM 2008
- Lisa M. said...
I stockpiled groceries with excellent sales leading up to the holiday season - so when the time came, I could shift most of my grocery budget over to gifts, with no problem!
lisamerriman at charter dot net
- Tue Dec 16, 09:58:00 AM 2008
Thanks for offering this giveaway opportunity!
I've saved by using "Rewards" dollars I've earned with a credit card and spending them at online retailers who are partners in the "Rewards" program. For gifts I couldn't get from one of those partners, I used ebates.com.
Lora, readingcoach (AT) yahoo (DOT) com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:00:00 AM 2008
- SAHallock said...
susan h
lu, luv, luv Bert's Bees!
I'm saving this Christmas by making an xtra effort to search the online frugal sites for great deals. this really pays off
- Tue Dec 16, 10:00:00 AM 2008
I bought things at Goodwill that were new, but were just leftovers from Target. This allowed me to only spend a little over $100 for all my gifts for extended family and in-laws. My husband and I aren't exchanging this year, but wanted to give more to those less fortunate instead of getting each other something we don't really need.
Laura J.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:02:00 AM 2008
- Carey said...
Carey H./ I have saved a lot this Christmas by making many of the gifts I'm giving! What a great basket of goodies! Thanks for the chance to win!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:04:00 AM 2008
- Kate said...
Wow - this is an awesome giveaway! I've saved this holiday season by making gifts (scarves, hats, ornaments, etc) and shopping with coupons, like the free item with purchase from Bath and Body Works.
Katy J.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:05:00 AM 2008
- Sharon said...
Sharon M
Burts Bees is wonderful! I have saved by using freebies form cvs and other stores as stocking stuffers and additions to a not so large gift.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:05:00 AM 2008
Kelli D.
Couponing has been huge for us this year. But, mostly we just haven't spent money on needless items!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:06:00 AM 2008
- Wookies Mama said...
I love Burts Bees!
I've been saving by checking the ads like crazy. So far, I've been pretty good at buying things when they have been at their cheapest. But the few that I've found online cheaper, I just go and return the purchased one, and just order the cheaper one.
Rachel V
- Tue Dec 16, 10:07:00 AM 2008
I did all of my shopping on Cyber Monday and took advantage of multiple coupon codes and free shipping offers. Yahoo!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:07:00 AM 2008
- Elliott said...
I wanted this when it was for sale online! Love Burts Bees.
I've been doing a lot of shopping online to price compare and take advantage of free shipping and coupons.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:09:00 AM 2008
- Miranda said...
One way I saved was to keep an eye out for presents all through the year. I got a great drawing set for my stepdaughter for about 80% off!
Miranda L
- Tue Dec 16, 10:10:00 AM 2008
- Elizabeth Sue said...
ElizabethSue K
I saved money this season by buying online through ebates.
Great contest! I hope I win. I can tear into Burts Bees!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:10:00 AM 2008
- Elizabeth Sue said...
I forgot my e-mail. Its email@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:11:00 AM 2008
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- Tue Dec 16, 10:12:00 AM 2008
- Davonne said...
Davonne P
My husband and I saved during this holiday season by deciding not to purchase for our siblings (15 total).
I LOVE Burt's Bees!
Please e-mail me if I win. DavonneMarie @ HighPCS . com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:12:00 AM 2008
- Nancie said...
nancie m.
taking advantage of free shipping deals!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:13:00 AM 2008
- Julie said...
Julie E -
For this holiday season I saved by planning my Christmas list prior to "Black Friday" and then buying almost everything on that day. We saved at least 25% if not, much more, on all of our christmas presents!! We also used our credit card points to buy gift cards for people who we knew would like them.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:13:00 AM 2008
- LeAnna said...
I love Burts Bees products!!! I have surprisingly found some neat things at some dollar stores,and shopping clearance and sales.
clkiwis72305 at yahoo dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:14:00 AM 2008
- Beth said...
Beth S. I saved money this Holiday season by checking your blog almost daily. Thank you!!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:17:00 AM 2008
hey this is a awesome givaway right at the gift giving time of the year.
i also made a point this year to save money by reading ur useful blog and plan my purchases accordingly.thank you so much to all you bloggers,u have made life and shopping more pleasant.thanks
- Tue Dec 16, 10:21:00 AM 2008
WOW This is AWESOME!!! I have been following the blogs about great online deals!
Melissa B email@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:22:00 AM 2008
I save money by reading your posts! You rock!
Marley H
- Tue Dec 16, 10:23:00 AM 2008
- Mark and Erin said...
Erin L. Please enter my name!
To save money this holiday season, I have used free shipping codes and shopped around for the best deal; I've also done a lot of home-made gifts.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:23:00 AM 2008
- Shawna and Jonathon Beagle said...
Shawna B.
This would be awesome to win! We saved money this year by giving photos away as gifts for grandparents and aunts. Everybody loves pictures!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:24:00 AM 2008
We shop local discount stores for dented/ slightly out-dated staple groceries. We have saved HUNDREDS this year. Great giveaway!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:28:00 AM 2008
- The Acting Mom said...
I love Burts Bees cuticle butter. Best product ever!
Karissa B.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:29:00 AM 2008
- Jeanette said...
I made a vow to only use reusable containers to "wrap" gifts in this year. No wrapping paper is more cost effective and better for the environment!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:30:00 AM 2008
- Chantel said...
Chantel H. Alaskawildrose AT gmail DOT com
I made all my gifts from scratch this year. :)
- Tue Dec 16, 10:30:00 AM 2008
I have been shopping early and using coupons!!
Thanks for giveaway!!
Heather at firstname.lastname@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:36:00 AM 2008
- Mama Hen said...
wendy c
I saved by just not buying so much. The kids get so much from grandparents anyway I just bought a little for the kids myself.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:37:00 AM 2008
- Susan said...
I love Burt's Bee's products! I saved BIG last week at Bath and Body Works...I had coupons for $10 off and free products, plus I purchased clearance items and buy one get one half items. I got over $70 of stuff for $20.03!! Got some great gifts!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:38:00 AM 2008
I am learning to save with all of the blogging Mom's!!
Savanda H
- Tue Dec 16, 10:43:00 AM 2008
- Jamie Lea said...
what a great giveaway.
I saved this Christmas by shopping the summer clearance, some deals were 90% off!
thanks for the chance to win
- Tue Dec 16, 10:46:00 AM 2008
Malaika W.
I´m learning the ropes by checking out all these great blogs. Thanks for the chance at a GREAT giveaway.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:48:00 AM 2008
What a fabulous giveaway! I do not buy as many presents as I used to so that is how I save. monk5 (at) charter (dot) net
Monica C.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:48:00 AM 2008
We love burts bees! Alyssa S.
stuandfriends2002 at yahoo dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:49:00 AM 2008
- Rachel said...
Rachel B
Burt's Bees products are wonderful.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:51:00 AM 2008
- Tara aka "Mama Koala" said...
I love Burts Bees! I paid cash this year, planned ahead, and shopped on Black Friday.
Tara R.
mommykoala at live dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 10:56:00 AM 2008
- Elizabeth said...
I saved this Christmas by shopping at thrift stores and crafting my finds into new products!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:57:00 AM 2008
Great giveaway! I love Burts Bees products!
We bought couponing like crazy to save money this season.
Destiny W
- Tue Dec 16, 10:57:00 AM 2008
- Diana said...
It looks like great stuff!
Diana K
- Tue Dec 16, 10:58:00 AM 2008
We saved money this year by starting to coupon a few months back. I used ECB's and saved up rebate money from Walgreen's to purchase stocking stuffers and gifts for Sunday School teachers.
Kelly S.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:59:00 AM 2008
- Joanna said...
Oh! I love Burt's Bees natural products. Thanks for the giveaway!
We budget year-round for Christmas gifts, then stick to the budget when the time comes to start buying.
Joanna B
(my email address is on my blog)
- Tue Dec 16, 11:08:00 AM 2008
- autumnesf said...
Autumn F
We saved by cutting gifts for casual friends and the kids school buds this year.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:09:00 AM 2008
- Stupid Sheep said...
Becky W.
I did all my Christmas shopping on Amazon.com. Most of it was on Black Friday. One thing was a gold box deal, so i had to wait until five, so i saved some items from the transaction to make sure i could get it for free shipping still. Then it needed batteries, but there is a deal at Amazon that if you spend $39, you get ten dollars off. For the same price as if i had bought them from target, i also got two chargers, because this thing is really going to drain batteries and takes so many that rechargeable was the only way to go. So i save money in the long run than if i had bought alkalines!
Presents for six people, a birthday present, and a gift exchange i went to cost about $100 total. I'm so excited.
Which enabled me and my husband to each spend $50 on each other.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:09:00 AM 2008
My daughter and I Love burt's bees! I have decided to only fill stockings with stuff I've gotten for free or REALLY cheap. That saves sooo much. --Lila lbayer@ cox.net
- Tue Dec 16, 11:11:00 AM 2008
- eworpell said...
What a great give-away! We saved money this year by building a play kitchen for our litte girl ourselves. I'm going to post pics on my blog soon...(if I remember!) :)
Elizabeth W.
eworpell at yahoo dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 11:16:00 AM 2008
- Crystal said...
We use coupons and stick to a budget.
Crystal S.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:18:00 AM 2008
I waited for a good deal for photocards. I was able to get 60 of them including envelopes for $4.93.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:20:00 AM 2008
- annsu said...
Thank you!
We saved by earning points (pampers) for free photobook, and also since we are loyal customer of shutterfly, we called them and told them so and we got another free book!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:20:00 AM 2008
I bought Christmas cards when it went on clearance for 75-90% off last year. So this year I am pretty well stocked up.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:21:00 AM 2008
- Shelley said...
What a great give-a-way! We save by using coupons, planning ahead, and re-gifting (a cardinal sin according to some) gifts that we know we will not use! Thanks!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:22:00 AM 2008
- jennifer said...
I've never tried these before.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:23:00 AM 2008
Sommer L. sdl62077 at yahoo dot com
What a great giveaway! This Christmas season our family decided to do a name swap so we're saving money that way by only buying a gift for one person. I've also done a lot of shopping online using discount coupons and free shipping codes!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:28:00 AM 2008
- Karin said...
I bought several items at garage sales--- my one sister is getting a set of 4 bone china mugs that I got for $3.00.
Karin A
- Tue Dec 16, 11:29:00 AM 2008
I watched the ads carefully for a digital photo frame and got one at a terrific bargain with a $10 rebate included. I've also implemented a lot of the new ideas I've learned on websites such as this!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:29:00 AM 2008
- Laurie said...
We have managed to save by watching "the advent conspiracy" video short online, and taking their advice to spend less, and give more (since we here in the USA are so blessed)
merry christmas!
~laurie p
- Tue Dec 16, 11:32:00 AM 2008
This is a great giveaway. I save by starting the day after Christmas. shop all year for bargins.
Jamie S.
JACS2002 at aol.com
- Tue Dec 16, 11:33:00 AM 2008
- Jordan said...
Jordan S.
This is a great blog! My fiancee and I saved money by buying material on sale and using a coupon, then we made our family members blankets! It was fun!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:40:00 AM 2008
How nice, is this basket, I just recently tried Burts Bees products, they're wonderful!! I tried them for FREE with my coupons, I simply cant get over, the difference using them has made in our budget. Twice as much products for half the price or nearly free!! Jackie S. at email@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 11:40:00 AM 2008
I love Burts Bees products and they're made here in my home state! I watched the ads for a good deal on a digital photo frame for my mil and I got a great deal plus $10 rebate.
Christina G
- Tue Dec 16, 11:46:00 AM 2008
I have used your site and many other blogs to find great deals at the stores I shop at. Thanks for a great site.
Tracey M
- Tue Dec 16, 11:46:00 AM 2008
- Frances said...
Frances L
I've gotten some great deals that I read about in blogs like this one!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:49:00 AM 2008
Emily H. at firstname.lastname@example.com
I have searched online for the best deal I can find and used coupon codes.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:52:00 AM 2008
I've been wanting to try Burts Bees products but haven't had the money in my budget!
I've been saving money using coupons and sewing bowls and clothes.
- Tue Dec 16, 11:52:00 AM 2008
- Melissa said...
Melissa R.
Burts Bees is great! My tip is to get everything on sale!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:56:00 AM 2008
- Melissa said...
Melissa L. I love Burt's Bees Stuff!
- Tue Dec 16, 11:59:00 AM 2008
- Claire Z. said...
Wow, I would love to win this! The ways I saved during this holiday season are 1) I did a clothing swap with one of my friends, 2) Used free shipping and coupons with online purchases, and 3) Joined a natural foods cooperation.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:01:00 PM 2008
- Brandy said...
I used ECB's to buy some gifts, saved reward points from cc to get gift cards and used lots o' coupons!
Brandy U
brandyu at gmail dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 12:02:00 PM 2008
Great deal! I've been using ebates and free shipping, coupon codes, couponing...ad nauseum
Stephanie, firstname.lastname@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 12:03:00 PM 2008
Elizabeth L
I bake goodies for people shop the sales give gift baskets filled with things I'v gotten at triple coupon events and I shopped at Old Navy and spent 20$ to get 4 free movie tickets!! email@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 12:05:00 PM 2008
- The Family =) said...
Tanya B.
We saved this year by only buying for the kids. It gets to out of control otherwise. Great giveaway!
- Tue Dec 16, 12:10:00 PM 2008
- justusseven said...
Lori L. The biggest way I saved was to start early. October is a great month to buy toys because the stores are clearing off shelves to make room for the Christmas items. Some things were as much as 90% off!
- Tue Dec 16, 12:13:00 PM 2008
- natalie said...
Natalie S.
Awesome giveaway! LOVE Burts Bees!
I've saved this year by paying more attention to online deals and endlessly cutting coupons. I've also used my points from a bank debit card to purchase gifts.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:27:00 PM 2008
bliss M.
I coupon shop and then make gift baskets out of the items that i was able to get for free after coupons. ;-)
- Tue Dec 16, 12:30:00 PM 2008
i love burts! some of the best products around! i saved this holiday season by actually baking a number of gifts, such as cookies, breads, etc. on top of this, i make sure to coupon very frequently and see where i may be able to get free products that could be great stocking stuffers!
- Tue Dec 16, 12:36:00 PM 2008
- SmilinTJ said...
I saved by buying Christmas presents at Garage Sales and shopping at Thirft Stores. I even made my own candles this year.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:39:00 PM 2008
Love the give away this time around. I have saved so much this holiday season with the toys r us deal you are always sharing and also the wonderful Bath and body deal. Thanks- Our family loves couponsisters.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:40:00 PM 2008
- vwestermeyer said...
I've been shopping online with coupons and going thru ebates so I can get a little treat for myself next year!
Vickie W
- Tue Dec 16, 12:44:00 PM 2008
- Riannon said...
I have been handmaking Christmas gifts for aquantances which cuts down on cost a lot!
Riannon M
- Tue Dec 16, 12:51:00 PM 2008
- Pezessed said...
My family decided to do a "Fun" Christmas to ease the strain of expensive Christmas presents. We want to keep it very reasonable and make sure the person we give it to will find it hilarious and meaningful :) It's been somewhat difficult for some family members, but it really stretches your mind to remember all of the fun ins-and-outs of the people you love.
Kim L.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:53:00 PM 2008
sara i. at email@example.com. I have learned of the 'couponing world' a couple of weeks ago and starting using coupons for everything when I wasn't before.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:54:00 PM 2008
Love Burts Bees! Please enter me! Thank you
Petra K.
- Tue Dec 16, 12:56:00 PM 2008
- rebecca said...
I love Burt's Bees! We have saved quite a bit by shopping sales throughout the year. I have had a few things in my "gift cabinet" for months and months!
Rebecca M
- Tue Dec 16, 12:59:00 PM 2008
I love burts bees! This year for Christmas I have made all the women in my family gift baskets with all the makeup, nail polish and other free stuff I have colleted over the year from CVS and Walgreens. I used cotten balls as filler so it looks like snow. It didn't cost me a lot and they look really pretty!
- Tue Dec 16, 01:00:00 PM 2008
- mommy2davin said...
I love Burts Bees!!
Coupons, coupons, coupons
Melissa C.
- Tue Dec 16, 01:01:00 PM 2008
I forgot to leave my email address firstname.lastname@example.com
- Tue Dec 16, 01:02:00 PM 2008
- Rebecca said...
Rebecca D
I started shopping early in the year so I didn't have to buy everything at once...and I found great deals when I didn't have to rush to find a gift!
- Tue Dec 16, 01:05:00 PM 2008
I shopped on amazon to save this Christmas! I also opened an ING account and transfer $ every month so I have it in Nov. /Dec.
- Tue Dec 16, 01:07:00 PM 2008
- Bezen Hindistan said...
bezen h.
We mostly prepared homemade gifts
- Tue Dec 16, 01:14:00 PM 2008
- Cher said...
Cher K
We saved money by price matching and internet shopping. Everything we bought was on sale!
- Tue Dec 16, 01:19:00 PM 2008
- Promises Fulfilled said...
My blog name is Promises F. If I win, I will give you the rest of my contact info! I would love to win this!
One way that I have saved is to make a list of the items that I would like to buy for each person and then scour the flyers to find sales to match up to it!
- Tue Dec 16, 01:27:00 PM 2008
- Alison said...
I made some of my gifts this year to save some money! Alison B.
- Tue Dec 16, 01:33:00 PM 2008
- Lisa said...
Thanks for the great giveaway! We saved by shopping online for deep discounts with free shipping!
- Tue Dec 16, 01:51:00 PM 2008
- Amy -Cutting Coupons in KC said...
I love Burts Bees! I have been saving this Christmas by cutting back, shopping sales and using coupons!
Amy W.
- Tue Dec 16, 01:59:00 PM 2008
Joanna W.
We saved money by the adult siblings saying our gift would be spending time together not going to buy presents without any extra money!
Thanks for the opportunity!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:11:00 PM 2008
- Courtnee D said...
Courtnee D.
I'm saving money by making a lot of food gifts this year!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:13:00 PM 2008
Deanne K.
I make holiday candy at home and give it away as gifts to friends.
- Tue Dec 16, 02:17:00 PM 2008
Rebekah L
I've saved by making fun gift baskets for family members from my stockpiled items!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:21:00 PM 2008
- Roseann said...
We have saved during the holidays by shopping sales adn buying ahead!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:22:00 PM 2008
Justin S
I started using Shortcuts.com, P&G saver, and cellfire plus my MFG coupons to save about 50% off my groceries. It never occured to me to do that before. Yippie!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:24:00 PM 2008
- Brandy said...
Justin S
I started using Shortcuts.com, P&G saver, and cellfire plus my MFG coupons to save about 50% off my groceries. It never occured to me to do that before. Yippie!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:25:00 PM 2008
Susan J - I save by baking gifts at Christmas for friends and relatives - quite an endeavor as I am not the world's greatest cook. Thanks for the Give-Away basket opportunity. Pick me!
- Tue Dec 16, 02:38:00 PM 2008
- Bonnie said...
We purchased our very large (7ft)live fir tree this year from Home Depot. It was $39.00 and just as beautiful as the ones on the tree lot for $120. Bonnie
- Tue Dec 16, 02:39:00 PM 2008
- Little Miss Know it All said...
Heather T
I love Burts Bees!
I saved this year by taking advantage of the Artscow.com freebies. We got 24 personalized presents, shipped (even one overseas) for under $150. We were able to give gifts to people we normally have to skimp on, and give nice ones at that!
- Tue Dec 16, 03:15:00 PM 2008
Johna F.
I love Burts Bees!! It is the only thing that I use for all 4 of my children and myself.
I have been making homeade gifts this year. Baskets of breads and honey butter and setting a limit on what we are spending, and sticking to it.
- Tue Dec 16, 03:24:00 PM 2008
To save, I decided to use coupons and online codes for most of the things i want to buy. I saved a lot that way.
Happy Holidays to u and your family :)
Meryam E.
- Tue Dec 16, 03:31:00 PM 2008
My husband loves Burt's Bees so I would be so excited to win this! I've been getting great deals this season shopping online with free shipping and lots and lots of coupons, thanks to all of these great blogs! Thanks!
Michele R
- Tue Dec 16, 03:31:00 PM 2008
- Paige said...
Oh, how I love Burt's Bees. I've been learning to use coupons more this year, and I've taken advantage of many deals at Walgreens. I've also entered many contest such as this one, and won a few things to add to my Christmas gifts. I'd love this one for me, though.
Paige E.
- Tue Dec 16, 03:32:00 PM 2008
- Rhonda said...
Burts Bees giveaway....Yeah! I love it! I have been using coupons, getting gifts bought year round from my gift closet, and selling unwanted toys, etc on craigslist for extra Christmas money.
- Tue Dec 16, 03:57:00 PM 2008
I love Burts Bees! We have saved tons of money printing online coupons. jakeclinz(at)hotmail(dot)com
Lindsay Y
- Tue Dec 16, 04:02:00 PM 2008
- Amy said...
eek, i loove burts! we have bought all our gifts on sale, or with coupons (online--cyber monday has graet sales!)
- Tue Dec 16, 04:03:00 PM 2008
- Amy said...
Amy J. I have hit the Amazon sales to save money this year.
- Tue Dec 16, 04:14:00 PM 2008
Shannon S.
I'm learning to save with coupons and Walgreen's deals.
- Tue Dec 16, 04:19:00 PM 2008
I just retired and am finding my way around the sights that offer free items like fat wallet.
- Tue Dec 16, 04:50:00 PM 2008
Michele L
I love Burts Bees!
- Tue Dec 16, 05:04:00 PM 2008
I've been couponing and getting little gifts at CVS and Walgreens with Extra Care Bucks and Register Rewards. I also used frugal website tips to get two Cranium games for $4. Thanks for all of your help with that! Love Burt's Bees; wonderful gift . . .
- Tue Dec 16, 05:07:00 PM 2008
- Becca said...
What an awesome giveaway! One way that we're saving is by sending Christmas postcards instead of letters. We used to spend about $100, including stamps. This year we're spending about $40. Yay!
Becca P.
- Tue Dec 16, 05:18:00 PM 2008
- Pamela said...
I've been wanting to try Burts Bees products. I use the internet to search for coupon codes before I buy anything.
- Tue Dec 16, 05:27:00 PM 2008
- Jen S said...
Jen Schosays-
I am still very new to the coupon world, the past few months I have had a good friend that has been "coaching" me how everything works. Things have been really tight this year so it has really helped. I hope everyone has a great holiday!!!
- Tue Dec 16, 05:33:00 PM 2008
- Passionate Housewives said...
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- Tue Dec 16, 05:33:00 PM 2008
- Rachelle J. said...
We saved money this year by putting a spending limit for each person and we stuck to it. I am done shopping, everything is wrapped and shipped. Now to relax this holiday just me and my hubby with no traveling.
- Tue Dec 16, 05:35:00 PM 2008
This is wonderful! I am new to the coupon world and these past few months I have a good friend that has been "coaching" me on how everything works. Things have been so tight this year it has really helped out. Thanks a bunch for everyones post/comments! I hope everyone has a great holiday!!!
- Tue Dec 16, 05:36:00 PM 2008
- Rachel B. said...
I love Burt Bee's. We are giving most items that we have found for free in the past six months. And really decent stuff!
- Tue Dec 16, 05:49:00 PM 2008
- chelaine said...
I have so much by shopping the clearance section during the summer and also I used my coupons to make nice basket full of household stuff, and beauty stuff.
- Tue Dec 16, 06:03:00 PM 2008
We only buy when product is on sale and use lots of coupons. What a wonderful giveaway.
- Tue Dec 16, 06:12:00 PM 2008
- Jenn said...
We love Burt's Bees at our house!! We have been searching for sales and only spending in cash- no going over budget for us this year!!
Thanks for the great giveaway!!
- Tue Dec 16, 06:14:00 PM 2008
- soon to be MRS. K said...
Shari K.
Buying small presents/candy at CVS w/ EB for friends this holiday!
- Tue Dec 16, 06:29:00 PM 2008
Burts Bees is my favorite! I am absolutely naked without a tube of their lip balm in my pocket. ...I've learned to sew and have made several gifts this year. Frugal and fun!
mamalookingup @ gmail.com
- Tue Dec 16, 06:32:00 PM 2008
Burts Bees is my favorite! I am absolutely naked without a tube of their lip balm in my pocket. ...I've learned to sew and have made several gifts this year. Frugal and fun!
mamalookingup @ gmail.com
- Tue Dec 16, 06:32:00 PM 2008
Elaine B
I'm saving by entering giveaways!
- Tue Dec 16, 06:47:00 PM 2008
- Sarah said...
Sarah M
I'm saving this Christmas by planning ahead and watching for sale prices!
- Tue Dec 16, 06:47:00 PM 2008
- RockerWife said...
Burts Bees are the Bees Knees! Saving this Christmas is easy when you limit gift giving and the kids only one one big item!
- Tue Dec 16, 06:56:00 PM 2008
- Lisa said...
We limited gift giving...big time!
Thanks Lisa T.
- Tue Dec 16, 07:08:00 PM 2008
- micaela6955 said...
Michele P.
I like to combine coupons with all those wonderful beer and wine rebates we have over the holidays. Lucky for me, my state offers the rebates with no alcohol purchase necessary so I am able to take advantage of some great deals!
micaela6955 at msn dot com
- Tue Dec 16, 07:21:00 PM 2008
Summer D.
Oh I love burts bees!
The biggest thing I have done to save this year is made homemade cards. Christmas cards seem to get more and more expensive each year. Its ridiculous!
- Tue Dec 16, 07:27:00 PM 2008
- Lori said...
The biggest thing I have done to save this holiday season is to subscribe to the daily paper for ads and coupons and to read tons of money saving blogs like this one!!
- Tue Dec 16, 07:40:00 PM 2008
We have learned that the most expensive item is not always the best. We shop wayyyyy more carefully than we used to.
Marla B
- Tue Dec 16, 07:51:00 PM 2008
I save by purchasing on -line and avoiding impulse buys!
- Tue Dec 16, 07:57:00 PM 2008
I love Burt's Bees! Great giveaway :)
Jessica R. -
I've been learning to use coupons - I'm still learning but have saved a lot so far!
- Tue Dec 16, 08:08:00 PM 2008
- *~Dani~* said...
I saved up gift cards earned through MyPoints as well as money earned from surveys. It sure helped out!
- Tue Dec 16, 08:37:00 PM 2008
- cherice said...
cherice h
I have been saving a ton by using coupons and using all these wonderful sites to help me find the best deals around! Thanks.
- Tue Dec 16, 08:41:00 PM 2008
- LL said...
Loraleigh A
- Tue Dec 16, 08:55:00 PM 2008
- Forbush Family said...
Lynette F.
New at this saving money stuff but looking forward to the rewards.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:00:00 PM 2008
- Steph said...
I would love to win this! I love Burt's Bees! My family has been saving money by scaling back a little on Christmas gifts and looking for great deals on the internet.
Stephanie S.
- Tue Dec 16, 09:11:00 PM 2008
- Shooting Stars Mag said...
How awesome! Please enter me.
One way I've saved this holiday season is by utilizing the dollar store for a couple of my friends. I'm giving them a gift they can keep and hopefully will always love, but it was only about three dollars for each of them!
-lauren b.
lauren51990 AT aol DOT com
- Tue Dec 16, 09:51:00 PM 2008
- Erin said...
Handmade gifts saved me this Christmas.
- Tue Dec 16, 10:21:00 PM 2008
- Hernandez Family said...
I love Burts Bees products! It doesn't make my eczema scream when I use it! The baby line is my fav. I take in the local adds to walmart and have them meet the price. Saves me driving around! With six kids six and under this helps!
- Tue Dec 16, 10:50:00 PM 2008


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OK, so there was very little actual TERROR at our annual Halloween party (unless you count Tim Spence's outfit), but there were some GREAT COSTUMES and a lot of FUN was had by those in attendance. (And for those who were wondering, the Great Pumpkin never made an appearance. Maybe next year.) Some highlights:
Steampunk Scientist (Rachel Reinhardt – note the nifty steampunk UWB radio!)
The Olde Time Bartender (Tony Buszka) showing the Packers Cheerleader and Linebacker (Tim and Kay Spence) how to play a new card game
The Ghost with the most – BEETLEJUICE (Jon Hedges)
The Mole Man (Kevin Davis) attacking the Bard (former Time Domainer Randall Stanley)
The Olde Time Bartender at work (Tony Buska)
Mariachi Maraca Player (Bonnie Staley)
Steampunks! (Caroline and Brandon Dewberry, Rachel Reinhardt)
Caddyshack's Carl Spackler (David Pierce)
The TARDIS and Doctor Who (Gary and Helen Clark)
Thanks to everyone who got in the Halloween spirit this year!


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Why the nostalgia? I was just watching some old Hanson videos on Winamp streaming videos and it just brought back so many memories. I remember the crazier Hanson fans would pick apart each of their vids, pointing out little bloopers. Now that's true fandom. And craziness.
I still have my little "shrine", aka a shoebox filled with all the Hanson posters I once wallpapered my wall with and articles I collected during the height of their popularity. I've thought about tossing it out, but perished the thought soon after. This is a representation of how typical my adolesence was. Every girl at one point obsessed over some sort of boy band or boy, and mine was Hanson (I don't care how popular Backstreet Boys still is, they still suck).
And in case you were wondering, Hanson isn't dead. They're still making music, indie of course. I don't really listen to them as much now, but I still love reminscing a time where I was so carefree and oblivious to a world outside pop culture, parties and alcohol.


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Awhile back I made an awesome beef stew using this recipe and a couple modifications.
First modification is I browned the beef in a pan with some olive oil before I added it to the slow cooker. Second modification is I added more veggies than it called for. Third modification is I waited until halfway through the cooking time before I added the vegetables so it wouldn't be mushy.
Here are some pictures of the process, and at the end, the final product.
We ate our stew with a loaf of rapid-bake cheddar onion bread. So good together.


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Taking advantage of the 75-degree weather today (an abrupt change from a week ago when the kids and I were wading through snow in our flip flops), I decided that Donovan, Gemma and I would bike over to the park to meet up with some friends. I was a bit interested in how this would go since A) we had done a morning of heavy leg work at the gym, B) after walking Ainsleigh to school, I jogged home, and C) it has been a loooooong time since I rode my bike and pulled the trailer. I pulled out the bike pump to fill my tires. The first clamp-on was decidedly shoddy as I tried to pump and it didn't work. This means I need to do a better job of getting it on the valve. This also means that fully deflated tires are a pain to inflate. I gave another (half-hearted?) attempt at clamping on the pump end to the presta valve. I attempted to pump but was met with resistance. As I pondered on this and the annoyance at fully deflated tires, I decided to give it one more (lame) attempt. Imagine my dismay-turned-resignation when I heard a loud *POP*. I looked down. There, on the floor of my garage, lay my bike pump, in pieces. I will take this as a sign from a higher power that under no circumstances must I lift a finger for the rest of the day. Because, you know, otherwise stuff explodes.
Time to buy a new pump.
(Dear Weather,
Feel free to stay like this for a very long time. The park was wonderful and the sun was warm and we might have even got a touch sun-kissed. It was marvelous. None of us wore flip flops, though. See, I'm learning! xoxo,s)
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Well FINE, I'll drive.
2 comments:
- Lisa said...
I know, this weather is AMAZING!
I don't even know how to blow up bike tires. Or ride a bike...
- March 30, 2010 4:31 PM
- Katie Ross said...
We love to go on bike rides with the boys. There's some great trails around here. Glad you had some warm weather for a change!
- March 30, 2010 10:48 PM
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Brian Schlitter has rejoined the Cubs bullpen after a short stint on the disabled list. Let's get to know a little bit more about the young hurler.
Position: Pitcher
Bats/Throws: Right
Drafted: by the Phillies in the 16th round of the 2007 draft.
Major League Debut: June 28, 2010
Major League Stats: 0-1, 10.80 ERA, 4 Games, 5 IP
Born: December 21, 1985 in Oak Park, IL
Age: 24
2010 Minor League Stats: 1-1, 3.72 ERA, 30 games, and 12 saves
Came to the Organization: From the Phillies in August of 2008 in return for Scott Eyre
Hopefully Brian improves and has a positive impact on the Cubs bullpen!


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My Fave Five this week:-
1. We took an advantage of a beautiful sunny day last Saturday. Playing basketball, biking, jogging/walking, enjoying fresh air, taking in vitamin D, spending time with God outdoors...
2. Peach Mango Habanero Sauce is our current favorite sauce. And Balsamic BellaVitano Cheese is a big hit this week. Yummy goodness :)!
3. We watched Stephen's Test of Faith (made by The Voice of the Martyrs). I love it and highly recommend this inspiring DVD!
4. My 14 yo son has such a great sense of humor. His creative writing assignments and poems always make me laugh out loud. Another joy of homeschooling :)!
5. Yesterday, I found cute (and soft) pajamas that I really like at Walmart for $7 (clearance price). I don't think I had ever bought myself brand new pajamas in America before (I usually shop for clothes at Goodwill or yard/garage sales) :).
Bonus: I'm having 2 great giveaways right now: VeggieTales: The Little House that Stood DVD (ends 3/17) and JJ Heller's CD, Loved (ends 3/30).


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There are various Bariatric surgeries that have become popular nowadays. Intragastric balloon insertion in Dubai is one of them, which is the most preferred option when it comes to weight loss. The intragastric balloon insertion in Dubai is the non-surgical weight loss option which is temporary. This process involves the insertion of a silicon balloon into your stomach so that it fills the stomach space, creating a feeling of fullness in smaller meals.
Once the body gets used to new eating habits the balloon is removed. This is why it is the best alternative to the other surgical options. However, there are some myths attached to it. Let's have a look.
- You will regain your weight: Most of the weight loss surgeries are just a tool to reduce weight and maintain it. You must exercise and eat a healthy diet to maintain the weight loss. If you do not change your lifestyle, then regaining weight is for sure.
- You have to eat smaller meals lifelong: This statement is totally untrue. You only have to eat tiny meals in the initial days of the surgery. By the time your eating capacity will increase and you will be able to eat a normal diet as others do.
- It's Easy: No. There can be many complications attached to the various types of Bariatric surgeries. Complications may vary from mild to strong. An individual experience side effects such as hair loss, abdominal leak, nausea, shaking or sweating.
- You won't be able to get pregnant: No, it is not so. A patient should not get pregnant only during the first year of post-surgery. This is because it is not possible to feed both you and your fetus with smaller portions to eat. After a year, there is no restriction over getting pregnant.
If you are looking forward to intragastric balloon insertion in Dubai then you can approach the weight loss Surgery clinic. It is the reputed and best place for Bariatric surgeries that offers the best of services.


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The 5th Of July
Yes, I meant to write the 5th. Yes, I know that it isn't the 5th of July anymore. This past weekend was the 4th of July weekend. I absolutely love this holiday. Not just because it is a holiday or we don't have to do anything or because there are fireworks, but for what it really means.
We are here in this country with the freedoms that we have because of this holiday. Many people have given their lives to secure this right for us. For that we will always be in their debt. Think of all the things we take for granted. We have certain unalienable rights. We have a Bill of Rights. We are free to chase our dreams. We are free to choose our own elected officials. We are free to believe what we want. Does that mean everything is perfect? No. Of course not. But it is a major start. Think about the current issues in Iran. Think about Honduras. What if we had a leader like Kim Jong-il, the Ayatollah, Fidel Castro, or Hugo Chávez? We don't worry about someone murdering others in an effort to take over the presidency! Because of this holiday we live in a land of opportunity. It's a land where all men are created equally. I'm not sure it gets better than this."We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness."
– The Declaration Of Independence
That is a pretty bold statement that our country lives by. It is our job to uphold that. True no place is ever going to be perfect, but like I said before, this is a very good start. So as the holiday known as the 4th of July is in the rearview mirror, let's not forget it. Live it on the 5th of July. Live it on the 6th of July. Live it on the 4th of August. Live it on the 1st of January. Live it on the 15th of April. There is so much more to it than just one day that we all run to the local Walmart to purchase lots of stuff that makes us look like we are patriotic, cookout, put out flags, decorate our yards, have a parade, watch some fireworks, and go to bed like it's just another day. It's not. There is more to being a patriot than that. Honor those that have fallen to provide this land of opportunity for you and your family. Support the government and pray for its leaders. If you disagree about something, do something about it. Be the change that you wanna see. Don't just sit back and complain. Our government is set up to work for the people."We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."
– The Constitution
I say that we should get just as excited about these statements as we do speeches in movies. I say that every day in the United States of America should be the 4th of July. I say we celebrate the 5th of July, too.
July 7, 2009 2:28 PM
Great blog, Brook! I love Independence Day, too! I love reading the Declaration and the Preamble to the Constitution… and the Bill of Rights. Thanks for putting it to paper! I hope we live up to it!


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