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IDEAS FOR SETTING NEW YEARS GOALS WITH YOUR KIDS!

2012-01-23T08:27:00.000-08:00

A fresh year and some fresh goal setting with your kids! What a great opportunity to set some exciting goals for yourself, and show your children how to do the same. Children learn by example and what better example can you set than by showing them how to set goals?

Some things to bear in mind when helping your children set goals include:

Be careful when suggesting deadlines or time limits. When we get to the age where the months seem to fly by, it's easy to forget what time feels like to a child. Remember when two weeks seemed like an impossibly long time? Be sensitive to the age of your child when talking with him about time frames.
Have your children write their goals down – or help them with that if they are too young. Write down not only the goal itself, but also WHY it's important and what it will LOOK LIKE when it's achieved.
As much as possible, let your children be the ones to come up with the ideas for their own goals. If you need to make suggestions, be as sensitive as you can to their age and interests. Be especially sensitive about the "size of the goal". Children need to have big goals broken down into mini-goals so that they can see progress quickly, preferably on a daily basis. A goal to learn to spell five new words a week is better to focus on than winning the national Spelling Bee!
Work on the goal with your child – but don't take over! Make sure that your child can sense your interest and support, but be careful she doesn't think that you want to do it for her.
Set a good example by having written goals of your own and let your children see you working towards them regularly.
And finally, something different to consider. Why not start using "New Month" goals in your family instead of "New Year" goals? That way you and your children can have all the excitement, anticipation and motivation that comes with the New Year twelve times in 2012 rather than just once! (Adopted From kidsgoals.com)

Getting Older and Gaining Weight

2012-01-23T08:17:00.000-08:00

We've always been told that aging is a natural process that we can't control and part of that process can often involve losing muscle and gaining fat. It's true that getting older is associated with a loss of muscle, but it doesn't necessarily have to be that way. We can't stop the clock, but exercise can actually slow the aging process, helping you stay fit, healthy and avoid weight gain as you get older.

Why We Gain Weight As We Age

Most people think that gaining weight and getting older go hand in hand, but the reason we gain weight isn't just about getting older, it's about how our habits change. Many of us gain weight because we:

Become more sedentary
Don't lift weights to maintain muscle mass
Eat more calories even as metabolism slows down

While there are some elements we can't control, most of the weight gain that comes with aging can be avoided with a little exercise.

What You Can Do

The main reason for muscle loss (which lowers metabolism) is that we often spend way too much sitting - we sit at work, we sit when we watch TV and we sit when we play around on the computer. If we spend too much time doing that when we're younger, it's that much harder to stop doing that when we get older. It follows that being active (and lifting weights) will help preserve your muscle and increase your bone density while maintaining a higher metabolism. Before you get started, see your doctor, especially if you're on any medications or have any pain or injuries you're dealing with. Once you've got clearance to exercise, you can follow this basic approach to staying (or getting) fit:

Cardio Exercise: Choose any activity you enjoy (or think you might enjoy with some practice) like swimming, walking or cycling and try to do that activity at least 3 days a week. Start with what you can handle and gradually add time each week until you can do 30 minutes of continuous activity.
Lift weights: Strength training may be one of the most important parts of your exercise program. You'll build muscle and strength while also working on important areas like balance, stability and flexibility - all things that tend to decline with age. You can start with a basic Total Body Workout 2-3 non-consecutive days a week or learn more about appropriate exercise options for seniors.
Watch Your Diet: The USDA has a food pyramid guide specifically for seniors with an emphasis on whole grains, fruits and vegetables and watching your calorie intake.
Be realistic. As you get older, it will take longer to lose weight, so it helps to focus on the process - getting your workouts in and eating as healthfully as possible. Do that and your body will respond in its own time.

If you find it hard to start or stick with an exercise program, motivate yourself by remembering what you do for your health when you exercise: you feel better, you look better, you reduce your chances of heart disease and diabetes and, best of all, you're doing what your body was meant for: moving around. (Adopted From About.com)

Recipe Of The Month: 3-Cheese Macaroni & Cheese

2012-01-23T08:15:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon salt, plus more for pasta water
1 pound large elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound white Cheddar, shredded
4 ounces Romano, shredded
4 ounces Asiago, shredded
2 cups bread crumbs (suggested: panko (Japanese) available at most markets)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

In large pot filled with water add 3 pinches of salt and the macaroni and place over high heat. Bring to a boil and let cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter. Sprinkle flour over butter and cook 2 to 3 minutes on medium heat, whisking until a roux or paste forms. Add cold milk and whisk vigorously until dissolved. Cook sauce on medium-low heat until thick and bubbly. Add heavy cream, all cheeses, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon pepper. Cook until cheeses are fully melted, stirring occasionally.
Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture and mix thoroughly. Place macaroni mixture in a 13 by 9 baking dish and top with bread crumbs. Place in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Top with fresh parsley and serve. (Adopted From www.foodnetwork.com)

New Year's Resolutions for Dog Owners

2012-01-23T08:05:00.000-08:00

With the arrival of a new year inevitably comes a variety of new year's "resolutions." We vow to better ourselves through losing weight, quitting smoking, stop procrastinating, and so on. But how may we improve ourselves as pet owners? What new year's resolutions should dog owners consider? Here are suggestions:

Vow to provide your dog with the highest quality nutrition possible. This means researching the ingredients in dog food and often, thinking outside the grocery store kibble aisle. The Whole Dog Journal is a fantastic publication which publishes annual dog food reviews.
Make it a point to ensure your dog's health through providing adequate and appropriate exercise.
Be realistic about your dog's weight. It's scary how few people recognize weight problems in dogs and equally scary when people think their pet's obesity is funny or a joke. Obesity shortens longevity, both in dogs and people. If you can't feel your dog's ribs easily, he is too fat. Ask your vet for guidance in regulating his weight.
Train your dog. Training is not a luxury, it is necessary not only will appropriate training make living with your dog more enjoyable for you, it will make life more enjoyable for your dog by providing him with the mental stimulation all dogs need and crave.
Play with your dog. Play can take many forms - training, tug, fetch, food dispensing toys, nose-work games and exercises, off leash adventures in safe environments, etc.
Keep your dog well-groomed and maintained. Mats in the fur, parasitic infestations, rotten teeth, overgrown toenails, embedded collars, yeasty ears, oozing or itchy eyes, hot spots, etc. are all unsightly and worse, uncomfortable for dogs. Routine care and maintenance can significantly improve your dog's quality of life.
Make it easy for your dog to succeed. If your dog loves chewing on shoes, do not allow him unsupervised access to shoes. If your dog eliminates in the house, provide him with plenty of opportunities to eliminate outside by giving him frequent breaks. If your dog bites strange children, don't bring him to your daughter's soccer game!
Vow not to get mad at your dog for your management failures. If your dog loves chewing toilet paper and you leave the bathroom door open, it's your fault, not his, that the toilet paper is now strewn throughout your house in 7,986,235 pieces. Simply clean up the mess and next time, close the bathroom door!
Be appreciative of how wonderful your dog is. One of the biggest elements of successful training is looking for desirable behaviors and reinforcing them with something your dog likes and appreciates - a treat, a butt scratch, a game of tug, the opportunity to go for a walk. Never miss an opportunity to thank your dog for good behavior.
Make time for your dog. This may mean rearranging your schedule. It may mean going out in the cold or rainy weather to give your dog a walk. It may mean spending less time on Facebook & more time playing, training, and exercising with your dog.
Be a responsible - keep identification tags on your dog, make the annual veterinary appointment, clean up after your dog, respect leash laws, etc.
Keep learning and improving as a pet owner. What does your dog love? What stresses him out? How does he communicate his emotions through body language?
Help a less fortunate dog at least once this year. Remember that not all dogs are as lucky as yours. There are many ways you can help less fortunate dogs by making donations (leashes, collars, food, toys, etc. or cash) to a local shelter or rescue, volunteering at a local shelter or rescue, organize fundraisers, take pictures of adoptable pets for pet-finder listings, become a foster parent, etc. (Adopted From www.dogster.com)

Vitamins For The Mind! - Help You Remain Motivated During A Challenge

2012-01-23T07:46:00.000-08:00

At one time or another most people face a variety of challenges. At times these challenges can effect work motivation, enthusiasm levels, and the desire to act on goals. Learning how to turn challenges into stepping stones for achieving goals is a necessary life lesson. This article will discuss steps that can help you to remain motivated while dealing with a variety of challenges.

Shine a Light on Your Challenge - Write down your challenge on a piece of paper and examine it by asking yourself the following questions: Why am I allowing this challenge to prevent me from reaching my goal? Is the goal still something I really want to achieve? Am I willing to give up other things to achieve this goal? Every goal requires a cost. If I decided I wanted to become an Olympic runner, I would have to give up unhealthy foods, several hours a day for exercise and training, and my free time to compete in championships. Making a list of what you have to give up to achieve a goal helps you to be clear about what sacrifices have to be made to achieve your goal. If you are not ready to make the necessary sacrifices then that goal may not be the right one for you. Take the time to step back and decide what you really want. This reflection helps to improve motivation and the ability to create realistic goals.
Think of Fun Ways to Beat a Challenge - Sometimes people just get into a rut or feel stuck. Looking at a challenge in a different way may help you to get unstuck. Asking yourself the following questions may help: List 10 fun ways to beat the challenge (no matter how ridiculous). List 10 intelligent ways to deal with the challenge? How would (fill in the name of an admirable/famous person) tackle this challenge? How can dealing with this challenge make be a stronger and better person later on? If I can’t tackle the problem or change it (for example – cancer) can I alter my attitude about it?
Break a Challenge into Simple Manageable Tasks - If a challenge seems completely overwhelming try breaking it into simple step by step tasks. For example, a person may decide to write a book, but become completely unmotivated due to overwhelming feelings about the goal. That person could get motivated by setting smaller goals. For example, a good goal would be to write 5 pages a day for 2 months to complete a 300 page book. Breaking a goal down into simple tasks can help to improve work motivation, enthusiasm levels, and the desire to act on goals. Be Kind to Yourself - Learn to reward yourself for both small and large achievements. Make a list of goals and next to each goal add a list of motivational rewards. Then reward yourself upon achieving each goal. Rewards don’t have to be expensive. They can be anything from a manicure, to a weekend of golf, more time with friends, to adding $5 to $50 to a savings jar for a dreamed of material item or vacation.
Step Back and Look at the Larger Picture - The last step to remaining motivated during a challenge is to step back and see the larger picture. Look at your current challenge and imagine it as just another moment in a precious yet relatively short life. Think back to other challenges that you have made it through. Gratitude also helps. Being thankful for what you do have helps challenges to seem relatively small when considering what challenges other may be facing.

In conclusion, work, motivation, enthusiasm, and a desire to act on goals can be encouraged even during challenging times through simple steps that help us to see our challenges differently. (Adopted from http://selfimprovementmotivation.org)

Ways To Organize Your Life

2012-01-23T07:26:00.000-08:00

For all of you super-busy people I have put together some handy tips to help you organize your life and keep your sanity.

Notables: Keep a small notebook and pen handy, wherever you are, to jot down ideas or appointments or things to do instead of trying to remember them later on.
The Telephone: Set a time limit to each phone call and make sure you tell your caller. That way you save yourself the stress of trying to end the phone call and it also helps the caller to condense the information they want you to hear.
In Waiting: Use waiting time at the dentist, meeting with your boss or while waiting for your roast to cook to catch up on reading or planning, or use the time for tidying up, filing or other tasks.
Control Bug: Delegate the tasks you have no time for.
Help Wanted: Be sure to offer praise to a subordinate, co-worker or to a member of the family for any effort you've noticed - they'll be happy to help you when you're bogged down.
Don't Put It Off! If you procrastinate, you'll only get stressed out when you think about that hateful "to do" item on your list. You'll blow it out of proportion in your mind and it will become almost impossible to accomplish. Make sure you tackle the largest or most disliked job first, dividing it up into manageable tasks.
Group Effort: Save time and footwork by collecting everything to bring with you to complete errands or to distribute in each room of the house instead of making too many trips. Make a fast list while planning out your route and be sure to plan each stop along the way so you don't have to backtrack and lose time.
Schedule Fun Time! Make sure you include some personal time for YOU. Allot some time in your agenda. Make an appointment for yourself and keep it, even if it's only a leisurely 20 minute bubble bath or a 15 minute walk in the fresh spring air!
Once and Only Once: Each piece of paper should be handled only once. Read it and file it, redirect it to someone else, schedule it or toss it. Don't add it to an ever-ending pile on your desk in hopes that you'll get to it eventually.
Systems Engineer: Too much time is wasted every day on searching for things. Find a system that works for you and your lifestyle and apply it. Use it religiously and you'll find new time slots you never thought you had! (Adopted From www.about.com)

Reel Partner Of The Month! - Russ Northup’s Credit Repair Program!

2012-01-23T07:10:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-23T07:06:00.001-08:00

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2012-01-23T06:58:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-23T06:50:00.000-08:00

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Charity Events

Sat, Jan 28, 2012, 11:00 AM.Souper Bowls 2012 Charity Event at Second Helpings. $5 admission includes five soup tastings. Bowls will also be available for purchase, ranging from $50-$100 each. 11 AM to 2 PM (doors 10:30 AM). Info: See Web site below.www.secondhelpings.org/souper-bowls
Sat, 1/28/2012, 7:00 PM. 4th Annual 'Dancing Like the Stars' Benefit at Paramount Theatre. A fundraising benefit for the restoration and operation of the theatre. Tickets: $20-37 at the Venue Box Office or online. VIP party follows from 10 PM to 12 AM in the Hardacre Ballroom ($10). Info: See Web site below or call 765-642-1234. Location: Paramount Theatre, 1124 Meridian Plaza, Anderson.www.andersonparamount.org
Tues, Feb 21, 2012 - Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser at American Legion Post 495. 3rd Tue every month, 5-8 PM. $6 all you can eat: spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, desserts. Proceeds benefit projects for veterans & their families. Info: 317-898-0652. www.legion.org
Fri, Feb 24, 2012, 6:00 Pink Pajama Party at the Indianapolis Marriott North Hotel. A fun girls night out to support IWIN, a non-profit that provides personal services to Indiana women enduring breast cancer treatment. 6 PM to midnight, plus 9 AM breakfast on Saturday. $169-229 w/overnight stay; $29 breakfast only. Info: 317-475-0565. iwinfoundation.org
Sun, Feb 26, 2012, 6th Annual 'Oscar Night America' at thecDowntown Marriott. Presented by United Way of Central Indiana, the only officially-sanctioned Academy Awards party in Indiana. Proceeds benefit United Way. Ticket prices vary. 5:30

Christmas Decorations

2011-12-09T13:21:00.000-08:00

It never fails to amaze me how fast the holidays roll around each year. My favorite time to decorate is during the Christmas season. Decorating puts me in the mood to be festive and nostalgic. Whether you love to decorate or would rather pass, here are some decorating ideas for your home this holiday season.

Start with the front of your house. We sometimes forget this part because we are concentrating on the inside. When folks come to your home, the door is the first thing they see, so make a good first impression. If there is enough space on your step, decorate with two small Christmas trees. Pre-lit ones are easier to manage but you can string a 25-light strand on each in no time if you prefer to hang the lights yourself. These outdoor trees can be seen from the driveway and are very inviting.

What about that welcome mat? You probably haven't thought about it since you bought your house, but now's the time. Choose a large one with snowflakes, holiday flowers, or other festive accents. Try to avoid welcome mat's that say "Merry Christmas". You want to be able to use it throughout the winter which lasts through February.

Now we can go inside. Houses with entryways make a perfect spot for some holiday decorating. Large entryways can house a lighted Christmas tree. This tree would be for decoration purposes and entertaining. You can have the main family tree in another room, such as the living room or den.

If an extra Christmas tree is too much work, hang cloth banners on entry way walls. Let the kids create Christmas shapes out of felt and glue them to the banners. Decorating the shapes and the banner with glitter adds to the effect. Banners can even be hung on ornamental rods that can be used for other wall hangings during the year.

One place that we tend to ignore during the holidays is the bathroom. Since everyone has to use it, don't leave this room out of the holiday decorating. Place a basket of potpourri scented with pine, holiday spice, or cinnamon in your bathrooms. Set it on the back of the toilet so the spell permeates throughout the room. When the smell fades, use a few sprits of a scented holiday spray to revive the scent of the potpourri.

Bathroom changes can be as simple as buying a new set of rugs and linens in red, green, gold, and silver. For plastic bath accessories, use paint for glass and draw snowflakes or winter scenes on the soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, and towel racks. The paints are inexpensive and a little goes a long way. Hang a string of lights around the mirrors. This also doubles as a great night light for kids and adult guests alike.

Don't forget the bedrooms either. For beds, if you don't want to purchase new bed linens, opt for holiday bed spreads or quilts. Spreads can be just as warm as comforters and are less expensive. If you're the quilting type, you can make your very own with the pattern you've always wanted for much less than you can buy one. Take them out during the holidays and keep them on your bed throughout the entire winter. These are just a few ideas you may not have considered yet. We all think about the living room and the kitchen when it comes time to decorate, but those aren't the only rooms in the house that need holiday cheer. (Adopted from www.apples4theteacher.com)

Christmas Charity Lists

2011-12-09T13:18:00.000-08:00

The Christmas season is a good time to start thinking about helping other people. This includes providing food, clothing and toys for families to enable them to experience the joy of the Christmas Season. Giving warmth, love and hope. That's what Christmas should be all about. A time to share our good fortune with our neighbors in need across the world.

ALTERNATIVE GIFTS INTERNATIONAL: The global mission of AGI is to send authentic, life-giving gifts to a needy world - gifts that build a partnership with people in crisis and that protect and preserve the earth's endangered environment.
ANGEL TREE: Angel Tree is a ministry of Prison Fellowship, delivering love in the form of Christmas gifts and a message of hope to children of prisoners.
CHRISTMAS WISH PROGRAMS: Christmas Wish Program, Inc. is a nonprofit organization run 100% by volunteers and donations. CWP is designed that way to let the public share in the joy of giving and the opportunity to help build a brighter future for local children.
CHRISTMAS CARD AID: Card Aid provides a unique service to charities and the general public to ensure that the profits from charity Christmas cards go to charity.
CHRISTMAS SPIRIT FOUNDATION: Help needy children and families in the United States during the holiday season, and promote environmental stewardship throughout the year.
HOLIDAY PROJECT: The Holiday Project's mission is to enrich the experience of the holidays by arranging visits to people confined to nursing homes, hospitals and other institutions
MAKE A WISH: Make this holiday season special by helping a child's dream come true. Make a Wish's unique holiday donation options will help grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
MY TWO FRONT TEETH: My Two Front Teeth offers a personalized online gift-giving experience to aid underprivileged children. These children are selected through community organizations and allowed to individually pick their one holiday wish.
PLAN COMMUNITY OF CHILDREN : Give a gift to the people of Africa this Christmas and help reduce the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS.
SAMARITANS PURSE: Operation Christmas Child: This is a unique project of Samaritan's Purse that enables caring people to share God's love with hurting girls and boys in the far corners of the globe. Take an ordinary shoe box, fill it with toys and other presents, and you have an extraordinary gift for a child in need of joy and hope.
TOYS FOR TOTS: Donate a new toy or give a donation to help make Christmas a little brighter for a needy child in your community.(Adopted for http://www.allthingschristmas.com)

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2011-12-09T13:07:00.000-08:00

Little Steps: Great Tips For Saving Money!

2011-12-09T12:54:00.000-08:00

Anyone can turn their financial life around if they just take that first step – the first step which is always the hardest one. After that, you start taking more and more little steps and before you know it, your financial life is getting better and better.

Obviously, not all of these tips will apply to everyone. Just go through the list and find some that you can do and use them in your life – you’ll quickly find yourself saving some serious scratch!

Turn off the television. One big way to save money is to watch less TV. There are a lot of financial benefits to this: less exposure to guilt-inducing ads, more time to focus on other things in life, less electrical use, and so on. It’s great to unwind in the evening, but seek another hobby to do that.
Sign up for every free customer rewards program you can. Even if you rarely shop at that place, having a rewards card for that place will eventually net you some coupons and discounts. Here’s the basic game plan for maximizing these programs: create a Gmail address just for these mailings, collect every card you can, and then check that account for extra coupons whenever you’re ready to shop.
Make your own gifts instead of buying stuff from the store. You can make food mixes, candles, bread, cookies, soap, and all kinds of other things at home quite easily and inexpensively. These make spectacular gifts for others because they involve your homemade touch, plus quite often they’re consumable, meaning they don’t wind up filling someone’s closet with junk. Even better – include a personal handwritten note with the gift. This will make it even more special than anything you could possibly buy down at the mall, plus it saves you money.
Master the thirty day rule. Whenever you’re considering making an unnecessary purchase, wait thirty days and then ask yourself if you still want that item. Quite often, you’ll find that the urge to buy has passed and you’ll have saved yourself some money by simply waiting. If you want, you can even keep a “thirty day list” where you write down the item and the day you’ll reconsider it, but I prefer just to keep this one in my head – that way, I often just forget about the unimportant things.
Write a list before you go shopping – and stick to it. One should never go into a store without a strong idea of what one will be buying while in there. Make a careful plan of what you’ll buy before you go, then stick strictly to that list when you go to the store. Don’t put anything in the cart that’s not on the list, no matter how tempting, and you’ll come out of the store saving a bundle.
Invite friends over instead of going out. Almost every activity at home is less expensive than going out. Invite some friends over and have a cookout or a potluck meal, then play some cards and have a few drinks. Everyone will have fun, the cost will be low, and the others will likely reciprocate not long afterwards.
Instead of throwing out some damaged clothing, repair it instead. Don’t toss out a shirt because of a broken button – sew a new one on with some closely-matched thread. Don’t toss out pants because of a hole in them – put in a patch of some sort and save them for times when you’re working around the house. Simple sewing can be done by anyone – it just takes a few minutes and it saves a lot of money by keeping you from buying new clothes when you don’t really need to.
Don’t spend big money entertaining your children. Most children, especially young ones, can be entertained very cheaply. Buy them an end roll of newspaper from your local paper and let their creativity run wild. Make a game out of ordinary stuff around the house, like tossing pennies into a jar, even. Realize that what your children want most of all is your time, not your stuff, and you’ll find money in your pocket and joy in your heart. (Adopted from http://www.thesimpledollar.com)

Boarding Your Dog Tips…

2011-12-09T12:50:00.000-08:00

If it's not possible to bring your dog along on your vacation, you'll have to arrange for his care while you're away. One alternative is to have a reliable friend, family member, or neighbor come to your home several times a day to feed, water, exercise, and spend time with your dog. You could also hire a professional pet-sitter to perform these duties.

Another solution is to board your dog at a reputable kennel. Prices and services for kennels vary, but whether you choose your vet's office or a lavish "bed-and-biscuit" resort with complementary grooming and aromatherapy, keep these considerations in mind.

Trust your senses (as well as your common sense) when visiting a kennel as a possible "vacation" spot for your dog.
Make sure that the whole kennel, outdoor and indoor runs included, is clean and orderly.
Make sure there are no offensive odors. There should be adequate ventilation. A well-run kennel should not stink of doggy odors.
Make sure the temperature is adequate, not too warm and not too cold.
Ask to see the outdoor running area. It should be close to spotless and made of gravel or concrete.
Ask how frequently the areas are cleaned.
All responsible kennel owners and operators will ask you about your dog's vaccinations and will require proof of certain shots.
All responsible kennel owners and operators will show you each area in which the dogs are kept.

The outdoor runs – and the whole kennel should be very secure. Many dogs will attempt to break out, so talk to the kennel owners about this if you're worried.

Some last tips...

Bring along your dog's bed or favorite toys. When you leave, be positive and upbeat. Tell your dog "Here we are, Fido--it's your summer vacation. Good boy/girl!!" Do not apologize to your dog, he will sense your discomfort and become upset himself. Keep the goodbyes short and sweet. You may return and find that your dog enjoyed his "vacation" just as much as you did!

Vitamins For The Mind! - A Very Different And Interesting Conclusion Of The Pearl Harbor.

2011-12-09T12:42:00.000-08:00

You’ll read an intriguing viewpoint. . . .
Tour boats ferry people out to the USS Arizona Memorial in Hawaii every thirty minutes. We just missed a ferry and had to wait thirty minutes. I went into a small gift shop to kill time. In the gift shop, I purchased a small book entitled, "Reflections on Pearl Harbor" by Admiral Chester Nimitz. Sunday, December 7th, 1941--Admiral Chester Nimitz was attending a concert in Washington D.C. He was paged and told there was a phone call for him. When he answered the phone, it was President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. He told Admiral Nimitz that he (Nimitz) would now be the Commander of the Pacific Fleet. Admiral Nimitz flew to Hawaii to assume command of the Pacific Fleet. He landed at Pearl Harbor on Christmas Eve, 1941. There was such a spirit of despair, dejection and defeat--you would have thought the Japanese had already won the war. On Christmas Day, 1941, Adm. Nimitz was given a boat tour of the destruction wrought on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese. Big sunken battleships and navy vessels cluttered the waters every where you looked. As the tour boat returned to dock, the young helmsman of the boat asked, "Well Admiral, what do you think after seeing all this destruction?"

Admiral Nimitz's reply shocked everyone within the sound of his voice. Admiral Nimitz said, "The Japanese made three of the biggest mistakes an attack force could ever make, or God was taking care of America. Which do you think it was?" Shocked and surprised, the young helmsman asked, "What do mean by saying the Japanese made the three biggest mistakes an attack force ever made?" Nimitz explained:

Mistake number one: the Japanese attacked on Sunday morning. Nine out of every ten crewmen of those ships were ashore on leave. If those same ships had been lured to sea and been sunk--we would have lost 38,000 men instead of 3,800.
Mistake number two: when the Japanese saw all those battleships lined in a row, they got so carried away sinking those battleships, they never once bombed our dry docks opposite those ships. If they had destroyed our dry docks, we would have had to tow everyone of those ships to America to be repaired. As it is now, the ships are in shallow water and can be raised. One tug can pull them over to the dry docks, and we can have them repaired and at sea by the time we could have towed them to America. And I already have crews ashore anxious to man those ships.
Mistake number three: Every drop of fuel in the Pacific theater of war is on top of the ground in storage tanks five miles away over that hill. One attack plane could have strafed those tanks and destroyed our fuel supply.

That's why I say the Japanese made three of the biggest mistakes an attack force could make, or God was taking care of America. I've never forgotten what I read in that little book. It is still an inspiration as I reflect upon it. In jest, I might suggest that because Admiral Nimitz was a Texan, born and raised in Fredricksburg, Texas -- he was a born optimist. But anyway you look at it--Admiral Nimitz was able to see a silver lining in a situation and circumstance where everyone else saw only despair and defeatism. President Roosevelt had chosen the right man for the right job. We desperately needed a leader that could see silver linings in the midst of the clouds of dejection, despair and defeat. There is a reason that our national motto is, "IN GOD WE TRUST." THE BEGINNING OF TRUE FAITH IS THE END OF ANXIETY

Holiday Guidelines A Dogs Point of View!

2011-12-09T12:40:00.001-08:00

1. Be especially patient with your humans during this time. They may appear to be more stressed-out than usual and they will appreciate long comforting dog leans.

2. They may come home with large bags of things they call gifts. Do not assume that all the gifts are yours.

3. Be tolerant if your humans put decorations on you. They seem to get some special kind of pleasure out of seeing how you look with fake antlers.

4. They may bring a large tree into the house and set it up in a prominent place and cover it with lights and decorations. Bizarre as this may seem to you, it is an important ritual for your humans, so there are some things you need to know: don't pee on the tree; don't drink water in the container that holds the tree; mind your tail when you are near the tree; if there are packages under the tree, even ones that smell interesting or that have your name on them, don't rip them open; don't chew on the cord that runs from the funny-looking hole in the wall to the tree

5. Your humans may occasionally invite lots of strangers to come visit during this season. These parties can be lots of fun, but they also call for some discretion on your part: not all strangers appreciate kisses and leans; don't eat off the buffet table; beg for goodies subtly; be pleasant, even if unknowing strangers sit on your sofa; don't drink out of glasses that are left within your reach

6. Likewise, your humans may take you visiting. Here your manners will also be important: observe all the rules in #4 for trees that may be in other people's houses. (4a is particularly important); respect the territory of other animals that may live in the house; tolerate children; turn on your charm big time

7. A big man with a white beard and a very loud laugh may emerge from your fireplace in the middle of the night. DON'T BITE HIM!! (Adopted from http://www.robinsfyi.com)

Reel Partner Of The Month! - Sani-Bright Carpet Cleaning!

2011-12-09T12:34:00.000-08:00

This year, save yourself the trouble of dragging out the vacuum, and pushing it around the house in a frantic panic to get your home presentable, only to find yourself on your hands and knees scrubbing a mysterious stain on your carpet minutes before guests arrive.

Also, don’t fool yourself into thinking you can rent a spot lifter, and do the job yourself, only to find that you’ve soaked your carpet, you’re out 50 bucks, and your carpet is still stained. Do yourself a favor this year and hire the best, hire Sani-Bright Carpet Cleaning to get your carpet holiday ready.

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Ask The Reel Team - Is It A Good Time To Buy A Home Around The Holidays!

2011-12-09T12:11:00.000-08:00

December and early January is one of the slowest periods for home sales. That's one reason you should be out there looking for a home to buy. That means that late December/early January is a great time to look for a house. There are other advantages to buying at year-end, too. So if you are thinking of purchasing a home in the near future, consider fast-forwarding your plans and starting your house-hunt now. Here are five good reasons:

1. Lower prices. A lot of people don’t have the time or the desire to look for a house during the holiday season -- they’re too busy shopping, going to holiday parties and catching up with family and friends. The slackening of demand is reflected in softer house prices. Houses that failed to sell in the pre-holiday period may be reduced; new listings-though sparse-will be priced to reflect the slow market, which picks up gradually in the New Year.

2.Less competition. With fewer active house-hunters out there, you are unlikely to end up in a bidding war that would drive up the price for the house you want or put it out of your financial reach. Less competition also means less stress for you during the bidding process.

3. Motivated sellers. Many sellers who failed to make a deal before the holidays will be very motivated now, especially if their houses have been on the market for several weeks. They will be eager to sell and to avoid scheduling their holiday plans around viewings by prospective purchasers, so they are likely to look at any reasonable offer favorably and to negotiate on price. They may also be open to requests for extras like appliances and window coverings, and to giving you the closing date you want.

4.Favorable mortgage terms. Fewer home sales translate into less demand for mortgage money during the holiday season. Lenders may be willing to shave a few basis points off the interest rate they offer you or to forgo some of their fees in order to get your business. Make sure you shop around to get the best deal available.

5.Tax deduction. If you close on or before December 31, you are likely to be eligible to deduct the interest component of your first monthly mortgage payment from your taxable income for that year. You may also be able to deduct any money you pay for points to reduce the interest rate on your loan.(Consult a tax advisor) (Adopted From http://www.lendingtree.com)

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2011-12-09T12:00:00.000-08:00

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Charity Events

Mon, Dec 19, 2011, 5:30 PM. Homeward Bound Fundraising Event at the Indianapolis City Market. Join thousands of Hoosiers in this 1-mile walk to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to provide housing and fight homelessness in Indiana. 5:30-8:30 PM. Info: See Web site below or call 317-920-2300. homewardboundindiana.org
Tues, Dec 20, 2011, 5:00 PM. Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser at American Legion Post 495.
3rd Tue every month, 5-8 PM. $6 all you can eat: spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, desserts. Proceeds benefit projects for veterans and their families. Info: 317-898-0652. www..legion.org
Tues, 1/17/2012 6:00 PM. 'Team in Training' Information Meeting at City BBQ in Greenwood. Join The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's "Team In Training" Program and help beat cancer. Call 317-726-2270. Location: City BBQ, 7863 US Hwy 31 South, Greenwood www.teamintraining.org/in
Sat, 1/28/2012, 7:00 PM. 4th Annual 'Dancing Like the Stars' Benefit at Paramount Theatre. A fundraising benefit for the restoration and operation of the theatre. Tickets: $20-37 at the Venue Box Office or online. VIP party follows from 10 PM to 12 AM in the Hardacre Ballroom ($10). Info: See Web site below or call 765-642-1234. Location: Paramount Theatre, 1124 Meridian Plaza, Anderson.www.andersonparamount.org

Family Thanksgiving Traditions…

2011-11-11T12:23:00.000-08:00

Traditions are a big part of the Thanksgiving holiday, and every American family has their own way of celebrating. From stuffing the turkey to taking in a football game, here are the five most popular.

Turkey and Trimmings - From the first Thanksgiving to today's turkey burgers, turkeys are an American tradition dating back centuries. According to the National Turkey Federation, 95 percent of Americans eat turkey at Thanksgiving. Regional twists offer variations on the traditional roasted bird, including coffee rubbed turkey from Hawaii, salt encrusted turkey from New England, and deep fried turkey from the South.
Time Out for the Pigskin - Throughout the United States, football on Thanksgiving Day is as big a part of the celebration as turkey and pumpkin pie. Dating back to the first intercollegiate football championship held on Thanksgiving Day in 1876, traditional holiday football rivalries have become so popular that a reporter once called Thanksgiving "a holiday granted by the State and the Nation to see a game of football."
Parading Around - The first American Thanksgiving Day parade was held in 1920, organized by Gimbel's Department Store in Philadelphia, not Macy's as most people believe. The NYC Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade tradition actually began in 1924, and has grown into an annual event of balloons, bands, and floats, enjoyed by more than 46 million people each year in person and on TV.
Making a Wish - Does your family fight over the wishbone from the Thanksgiving turkey? Known as a "lucky break" the tradition of tugging on either end of a fowl's bone to win the larger piece and its accompanying "wish" dates back to the Etruscans of 322 B.C. The Romans brought the tradition with them when they conquered England and the English colonists carried the tradition on to America.
Giving Thanks - Last, but certainly not least, Thanksgiving is about giving thanks for the people and blessings of the past year. From pre-meal prayers to providing holiday meals to the homeless, the holiday is truly a celebration of praise and thanksgiving. (Adopted from www.about.com)

Be Grateful For, Always and Always

2011-11-11T12:17:00.000-08:00

Gratitude is absolutely one of the essential keys when working with the law of attraction, so use this list on a daily basis & add to it your own list.

Be grateful when the sun rises in the morning & shines through your window into your eyes. It's a sign that your alive for yet another wonderful, & magnificent day.
Be grateful for the broken down car you have that barely runs. It reminds you that there are things to dream about having.
Be grateful for the mistakes you make today. These mistakes will shape you into a stronger person tomorrow & allow you to gain knowledge & wisdom you didn't have before you made that mistake.
Be grateful for the love you have in your life. Even if you have absolutely no one in your life right now, be grateful for the friendship you are willing to offer to others.
Be grateful for the flaws you have as a person and an individual. This reminds you that there is always room to grow and develop and advance as a person. Life would be boring and uneventful for those who are perfect.
Be grateful for the cold wintery morning as you leave your house. The cold bites at us and reminds us that we are alive, and it gives us a chance to enjoy the site of our breathe which also reminds us that we are alive and breathing.
Be grateful for the person who stabs you in the back. It reminds you of the people who are always there for you no matter how bad it gets or what goes wrong.
Be grateful for the music that gets on your nerves. It reminds you that you still have ears to hear with and a mind to decide what you like and don't like.
Be grateful for the problems you have because it reminds you that you have the ability to solve problems and improve your life in every area of your life. (Adopted-EzineArticles.com)

It's Time To Get Your Home Ready For Winter…

2011-11-11T12:10:00.000-08:00

We have all, just recently, set our clocks back, but have you taken the time to do the little things around the house to make sure it is ready for the long winter ahead?

This is a good time to replace the batteries in your wall clocks, bedroom alarm clocks that have a battery back-up feature, programmable thermostate and other electronics that require batteries. It is also a good time to change the batteries in the keypad for your garage door opener and the remote opener in your car.

In addition to changing batteries in your electronic appliances and devices, you should always change the batteries in your smoke and carbon dioxide detectors whenever we have a time change. While you are at it make sure your fire extinguishers are ready for use by checking that the gauge is in the "green" zone, which means it has the proper amount of pressure. You should also check to make sure the pin is intact and the nozzle isn't obstructed.

It is also a good time to test and change the light bulbs around the exterior of the house to make sure you are ready for the extra use your lights get during the dark winter months.

Consider changing the bulbs that get the most use to light-emitting diode bulbs, which are much brighter than incandescent bulbs and can last tens of thousands of hours longer.

Also, remember to swap out those yellow "bug" lights you used during the summer on the porch or deck. No one likes to see yellow snow!

Change your furnace filter and clean or change the drum, pad or sponge in your humidifier, and turn the water valve to your humidifier on. Then switch the metal arm on your duct work near the furnace to "W" (winter) from "S" (summer). This enables the warm air from the furnace to flow through the humidifier during the winter.

While you are in the furnace room, clean out the tank of your water heater to keep it working efficiently.

You can clean the sediment that builds up by using 2 gallons of canning-strength vinegar (5 percent) per 30-gallon water heater. Turn off the burner, drain the tank and pour in the vinegar through the anode rod hole, usually found on top of the tank. As with any home project, check your owner's manual if there is any question. Let the vinegar soak in the water heater for two hours. Rinse out the tank, then refill it with water and turn on the burners.

Obviously, when we switch to standard time, it means the winter weather isn't far behind. So the sooner you get these little projects behind you, the sooner you can start shopping for those tickets to Florida! (Adopted for http://detnews.com)

Black Friday Myths Busted!

2011-11-11T12:03:00.000-08:00

Black Friday has the best prices of the year? Nope. Not true. At Dealnews, their job is to help you get the best possible price for what you want to buy and to keep you from getting hoodwinked while you're shopping. It's with that in mind that we go into the holiday shopping season with some trepidation, because along with great Black Friday deals come a lot of hype and misinformation.

We can't tell you how to score a better parking space at your local mall, but we might just be able to brighten your day by dispelling these common Black Friday shopping myths:

Myth: Black Friday sales begin on, well, Black Friday. Actually, most major retail chains will start debuting Black Friday sales online on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day.
Myth: Doorbusters are free. Whaaa? Believe it or not, many people believe that Black Friday is the day to score freebies. If you find a free HDTV on Black Friday, please send us a photo of it alongside your pet unicorn.
Myth: Black Friday deals are so good, they're worth sleeping overnight on a curb for. These days, more and more Black Friday deals are available online as well as in-store. In fact, last year, Target offered several of their door-busters online.
Myth: Nobody will beat Black Friday prices. Major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Home Depot and Meijer offered various policies regarding price matching last year, and in some cases, they not only matched, but offered a better price.
Myth: Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year. According to the International Council of Shopping Centers, the Saturday before Dec. 25 is actually the busiest shopping day of the year.
Myth: If you have buyer's remorse, you can always just return your purchases. Not so fast! Stores tighten their return policies considerably during the holidays, making it harder to return items. Some retailers will only give you store credit even if you have a receipt Bah humbug!
Myth: All of the good deals are printed in Black Friday ads. On Thanksgiving Day, retailers like Wal-Mart and Best Buy have historically advertised additional Black Friday deals that weren't in their circulars. These "secret" deals are only found online, so the trick is to uncover them on the Web on Thursday.
Myth: Leaked Black Friday ads are accurate. In fact, they are often inaccurate or misleading. Last year, we jeered several retailers for advertising discounts that we just couldn't find.
Myth: You have to go to an Apple Store in person for its Black Friday sale. In reality, all of Apple's Black Friday sale prices will be available online with free shipping sitewide. However, in our Black Friday predictions piece, we actually advised against shopping the Apple sale, as most resellers -- like Amazon, MacConnection, and MacMail -- will offer discounts that will be twice as good. Plus, in some cases, they may also offer a sales tax advantage.
Myth: Black Friday is the best day to buy a new TV. Yes and no. While we'll see the lowest prices of the year for several HDTV sizes, they will largely attached to off-brand models. (Adopted from MSN Money partner)

Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms Are Not Fun…

2011-11-11T11:52:00.000-08:00

When smokers try to cut back or quit, the lack of nicotine leads to withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal is both physical and mental. Physically, the body reacts to the absence of nicotine. Mentally, the smoker is faced with giving up a habit, which calls for a major change in behavior. Both the physical and mental factors must be addressed for the quitting process to work.

Those who have smoked regularly for a few weeks or longer, and suddenly stop using tobacco or greatly reduce the amount smoked, will have withdrawal symptoms. Symptoms usually start within a few hours of the last cigarette and peak about 2 to 3 days later when most of the nicotine and its by-products are out of the body. Withdrawal symptoms can last for a few days to up to several weeks. They will get better every day that you stay smoke-free.

Withdrawal symptoms can include any of the following:

Dizziness (which may only last 1 to 2 days after quitting)
Depression
Feelings of frustration, impatience, and anger
Anxiety
Irritability
Sleep disturbances, including having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep, and having bad dreams or even nightmares
Trouble concentrating
Restlessness or boredom
Headaches & Tiredness
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Constipation and gas
Cough, dry mouth, sore throat, and nasal drip
Chest tightness
Slower heart rate

These symptoms can lead the smoker to start smoking cigarettes again to boost blood levels of nicotine back to a level where there are no symptoms.

Smoking also makes your body get rid of some drugs faster than usual. When you quit smoking, it may change the levels of these drugs, which can cause problems. Ask your doctor if any medicines you take need to be checked or changed after you quit.

But, no matter the difficulties that you have to go through to quit smoking, it will be worth it for you and the people that love you! (adopted from http://www.cancer.org)

Recipe Of The Month: Lattice Turkey Pot Pie

2011-11-11T11:46:00.000-08:00

Prep: 10 min. Bake 30-45 min.

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package frozen California blend vegetables
2 cups cubed, cooked turkey (or chicken)
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2.8 ounce) can French-fried onions
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, chicken, soup, milk, cheese, onions and seasoned salt. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into two rectangles. Seal the perforations; cut each rectangle lengthwise into 1/2-in. strips. Form a lattice crust over the chicken mixture. bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. (Adopted from http://allrecipes.com/)

How To Overcome Boredom At Work: 5 Tips To Make Work Interesting!

2011-11-11T11:23:00.000-08:00

Not everyone has the luxury of having an exciting work life, but even the most boring desk job can become interesting when you know how to overcome boredom at work. Read on to find out how to overcome boredom at work.

Tip # 1: Make Friends. Having friends in the workplace can make work more fun. With friends, even the dullest assignments can become interesting.

It might not always keep you awake but at least you can have someone to talk to when the boredom kicks in. Just initiating a conversation with your co-workers can spark interest back in your work.

Tip # 2: Go For A Short Walk. Not everyone is blessed with a flexible schedule; but surely, you can take five minutes off from your desk to walk around.

Use this time to wash your face and maybe do a couple of easy subtle exercises to bring your energy level up. I suggest stretching your limbs a little bit, nothing strenuous, but just enough to heat you up.

Tip # 3: Decorate Your Desk. Have several interesting knickknacks on your desk, or at least, hidden inside your drawer. Having pictures helps. You can also stash a few items inside your drawer to help shake you awake. A comic book here, a puzzle there. Just make sure that your boss is nowhere in sight when you give yourself a little mid-work “break.”

Tip # 4: Sleep Earlier. One of the most common reasons why people get bored at work is because they didn’t get enough sleep the night before.

Tip # 5: Eat Breakfast. Another effective way to overcome boredom at work is by having breakfast. Choose clean high-energy meals like oatmeal and eggs to help boost your interest and productivity at work. Don't eat too much though, because overeating can make you feel sleepy. Be wary of sugary products like cereals because sugar tends to bring your energy up and down.

These are some of the most effective ways you can try to make work more interesting and be more productive. However, you have the license to become as creative as you want to be. Since you alone know your work best, you’ll have the best idea on how to overcome boredom at work. (Adopted From http://www.positivearticles.com)