One of my favorite things about spring/summer is...

Oh, sounds like fun time at 99% Spring Training. Is this what Moveon.org and Nancy Pelosi calls "grass roots?" http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2012/04/14/moveon-recruiting-for-99-percent-spring-training Moveon.org has launched a massive recruiting and training program across the country to prepare for a “99% Spring in America." Here is a link to several videos, including Van Jones being interviewed by Chris Hayes on MSNBC. They are enlisting disaffected Americans to join t ...

Last night while watching TV my mother hollered out from the family room about a noise in the back bathroom She and my husband went to check it out and a 4.5 foot black snake was going into the toilet, I suppose for a drink. It somehow knocked the lid down on itself and that is what we heard. Hubby put pressure on lid to keep snake pinned down and I want to garage for something to hook it with. He finally got it outside (no easy feat) and it met its demise. (I know ...

A common complaint in today’s world is one of disconnection. Our industrialized world has resulted in less contact with community — we don’t know our neighbors or who grows our food. In the same way that we’ve lost touch with a deeper sense of belonging and place, many of us have become disconnected from the soul of our work. The corporation-worker structure today is a master-servant relationship. We’re slaves to the company, working longer hours for less wage ...

Stop on by and take advantage of 15% off ALL purchases in my Etsy shop. Just use code SPRING15 at checkout. Keep in mind that graduation and Mother's Day are just around the corner! I will be making and listing more "book thongs" for spring/summer soon. If you are interested in a custom gift, please let me know. Have a great day! ...

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So you will lose one hour of sleep unless you go to bed an hour early. I almost forgot, until I read a post on the Nuance board. Starting this thread will help me remember. I was once an hour late to work because of this and can't tell you how many times I've woke up confused about the time. So if you're anything like me, maybe this thread will save someone from being late to work or church tomorrow. ...

OP-ED COLUMNIST The Scary Hidden Stressor By THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN Published: March 2, 2013 52 Comments FACEBOOK TWITTER GOOGLE+ SAVE E-MAIL SHARE PRINT REPRINTS IN her introduction to a compelling new study, “The Arab Spring and Climate Change,” released Thursday, the Princeton scholar Anne-Marie Slaughter notes that crime shows often rely on the concept of a “stressor.” A stressor, she explains, is a “sudden change in cir ...

At this point hiring a babysitter is not even an option due to pay cuts. Kids have been out of school for 3 days, and they are already saying, "I'm bored." Hubby works 12-hour night shifts and has to get some sleep sometime. This is gonna be FUN! Anyone else dealing with this? ...

Need some ideas about the kids for this summer. I work the 2nd shift so after breakfast need something that will be easy for me to "throw" together and not spend time on. These kids are young, 1 going into middle school, but they will eat most things, not picky. I would like to have something fixed before I start my midday work day. ...

Hi all, My son's last day of school is today. Looking for some fun, inexpensive ideas to keep him busy at home and for both of us when we can be on the go! I don't want video games and/or TV watching to be the main ingredient of his summer days. We don't have any kids in the area his age to play with, and he is the only one at home anymore so no siblings to play with. He is 10 and it is hard to keep him from getting bored and wanting to "veg" all day. Any ideas appreciated ...

and I am one who works straight through without taking time out of the day. I know I can get Netflix for them, they have their Ipads, can get some crafty things to make and some games like puzzles and the lot. I know this sounds like a lot to me but I don’t want them bored to tears. We are planning trips while they are here but then the work days are still hanging around in between. Any other suggestions some of you mothers have for the time you have to be at the keyboard? ...

I look forward to the Minuteman Project getting involved if something isn't done to seal our borders. The sad truth, however, is that that will also take many, many months to organize. We're screwed. ...

This week I made a few new discoveries, and I'm so excited about them I just have to share with you! * Ciao Bella Raspberry Sorbet, $3+ at Wal-Mart. This is a sinfully delicious palate cleanser. Bursting with raspberry flavor, it's not too syrupy or sweet. It's even better paired with... * European Cookies, Lemon-Flavored Shortbread. $1 at Dollar Tree. These are buttery little bites infused with lemon flavor... Yumm! Finally, what's had ...

I am an avid reader and especially love mysteries and thrillers but love to also try new genres. Please list some of your favorite authors so that I can look for them to download on my new Nook. ...

who makes you laugh? ...

In a sleep study report: "The patient reports that she occasionally wakes up in bed with a jerk." ...

I've discovered the very best coffeemaker I've ever had - and I have a few. It's dirt cheap (around $20), and has fantastic reviews all over the internet. It's plastic and similar to a French press, but the coffee's better - very smooth, not at all bitter. It's the Aeropress! ...

I'm getting tired of my usual movies. Dont have cable, and I've probably watched all of mine a hundred or more times, so going to get some new ones but am drawing a blank on what to get. What are some of your favorite movies. ...

I saw a poll somewhere and it had the 7 best theme songs. Most of them I wondered how they decided on it. I'm glad my favorite was on the list. Sometimes there is a TV show that just has a catchy theme song to it. Mine has to be "Bad Things" - The song for True Blood. Catchy tune I could listen to over and over. What is your favorite? ...

This clip always makes me laugh, no matter how bad my day was. It is one of my all time favorites. It is in German but it won't matter. Funny is funny in all languages. I hope all of you enjoy it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtugz_LfqeU ...

I have to admit I can't stand the "Christmas Shoes" song. I have a high tolerance for schmalz, but that's over the top for me. I change the radio station when that comes on. I'm sorta on the fence about "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas". It's kind of cute, but it has the disadvantage of sticking in my head and I end up singing it the rest of the day! Anyone else? ...

One of my favorite things about spring/summer is...

Flip flops - oh happy feet! - nm

The smell of freshly cut grass. - nm

watching the flowers bloom - nm

NO SNOW!!!! -

...when it's over. I live in the desert. - nm

dragonfly - n/m

walking dogs - n/m

Digging in dirt that is not frozen. - An avid gardener. nm

Bulbs and jacaranda blossoms! - (nm)

you caused me to google jacaranda - - how beautiful! Thanks!

the birds returning and nesting! - saw first osprey of the season thursday!

Grilling (and no kitchen cleanup) - NM

Coolers full of cold ones! :) - nm

Fire Flies - nm

The cherry blossoms! nm - me again

Planting my vegetable garden. Nothing like picking part of your dinner... - from something you grew yourself! nm

my birthday & swimming in the creek - nm

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