I bought a few Christmas gifts a couple of days ago. I got an ice wine vodka in a pretty bottle for one of our good friends. Costco is selling a 3-pack of Starbucks mugs filled with chocolates, so I picked up a pack, thinking it would be perfect for a bunch of L's favourite teachers/mentors. Costco sells all kinds of great gifts, I saw spa certificates, movie certificates, restaurant certificates. Something for everyone, really.
K told me he wants the 2010 Wrestling Video Game for I forget which gaming system, so that will be easy. My mother-in-law seems to like wild animal figurines, so last month or so I got her this bird that stands on its skinny legs and for some reason L says it scares her. Well, hopefully my mother-in-law won't think the same thing!
L is about to get even busier as rehearsals are starting up for the school Drama production, and she got a big part with lots of lines. She is also starting to do her university applications. She told us she will be out of town on a school field trip on her 18th birthday (next April). It's sad to think she's turning into an adult really fast. Where does the time go?
What's interesting to me today:
Dubai Fountain (video)
Therapy Dogs Get Their Due
8 Perfect Stay-Young Foods -
'If it’s dessert you want, go with regular yogurt; but if it’s protein, go Greek. What sets the two apart? Greek yogurt is separated from the watery whey that sits on top of regular yogurt, and the process removes excessive sugars, such as lactose, and increases the concentration of protein by as much as three times. That means it fills your belly more like a meal than a snack. Plus a single cup has about a quarter of your day’s calcium, and studies show that dieters on calcium-rich diets have an easier time losing body fat.'
Real French women really do get fat: Study
Faster eating may be leading to bigger waistlines: Study
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
The Garbage Truck Wisdom
Let's pause for two minutes at 11 a.m. today Remembrance Day to honour our country’s fallen soldiers.
I got the following in an email and thought it would be worth sharing:
Garbage Truck
'One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car drove out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us.
My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean he was really friendly. So I asked, 'Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital! This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, 'The Law of the Garbage Truck.'
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets. The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day. Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets, So....Love the people who treat you right. Ignore the ones who don't. Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!
Have a marvelous, garbage-free day! The seeds you plant today, determine the harvest you reap tomorrow.'
What's Interesting Today:
10 Things You Should Have in Your Closet
Rainwater is safe for your health: Study
New online store sells designer duds at bargain prices
I got the following in an email and thought it would be worth sharing:
Garbage Truck
'One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car drove out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us.
My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean he was really friendly. So I asked, 'Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital! This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, 'The Law of the Garbage Truck.'
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets. The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day. Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets, So....Love the people who treat you right. Ignore the ones who don't. Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!
Have a marvelous, garbage-free day! The seeds you plant today, determine the harvest you reap tomorrow.'
What's Interesting Today:
10 Things You Should Have in Your Closet
Rainwater is safe for your health: Study
New online store sells designer duds at bargain prices
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
What a Treat
Let's pause for two minutes at 11 a.m. tomorrow on Remembrance Day to honour our country’s fallen soldiers.
Look what Lissa mailed to me yesterday. It's a prize for participating in her 'Create Tuesday' art meme. It was such a treat just receiving a mystery package. There are 2 lovely books in, along with 2 nice journals and some good watercolour pencils. It came in a pretty fabric bag. Thanks again Lissa!
What's Interesting Today:
Why retirement is bad for you
"I've got nothing " - Chartjackers Music Video
Secret knock detecting lock (video)
Guy dancing like Michael Jackson at a bus stop (video)
Look what Lissa mailed to me yesterday. It's a prize for participating in her 'Create Tuesday' art meme. It was such a treat just receiving a mystery package. There are 2 lovely books in, along with 2 nice journals and some good watercolour pencils. It came in a pretty fabric bag. Thanks again Lissa!
What's Interesting Today:
Why retirement is bad for you
"I've got nothing " - Chartjackers Music Video
Secret knock detecting lock (video)
Guy dancing like Michael Jackson at a bus stop (video)
Monday, November 9, 2009
Funny 'Fail' Photo
I thought this was a beautiful staircase in a downtown Toronto skyscraper. The steps are marble on the other side.
L sent me this funny 'fail' photo, you have to look at it here!
We're under a warm spell for yet another day, t-shirt weather really. They are predicting a high of 19C (70F) today! The confectionery on Main Street has been as busy as on summer days. A lot of people are wearing their Remembrance Day poppies.
I have an overdue library book for what may be the first time in my life. I meant to renew it last week, but I got busy and it slipped my mind even though it was on my 'todo' list. The pain of it is that you can't seem to renew electronically once the book has passed the due date, and L still needs it for schoolwork. So I'll have to sort that out today.
Check out the story below, about this blogger who makes $40,000 per month from blogging. Here's his blog, it's a rather busy looking one, but I sense a true entrepreneur here. I decided to add him to my blogroll, he's interesting. I watched his homepage video and liked what he had to say.
News
Blogging, tweeting his way to riches
What Canadians are thinking about
New 'smart' electrical meters raise privacy issues
L sent me this funny 'fail' photo, you have to look at it here!
We're under a warm spell for yet another day, t-shirt weather really. They are predicting a high of 19C (70F) today! The confectionery on Main Street has been as busy as on summer days. A lot of people are wearing their Remembrance Day poppies.
I have an overdue library book for what may be the first time in my life. I meant to renew it last week, but I got busy and it slipped my mind even though it was on my 'todo' list. The pain of it is that you can't seem to renew electronically once the book has passed the due date, and L still needs it for schoolwork. So I'll have to sort that out today.
Check out the story below, about this blogger who makes $40,000 per month from blogging. Here's his blog, it's a rather busy looking one, but I sense a true entrepreneur here. I decided to add him to my blogroll, he's interesting. I watched his homepage video and liked what he had to say.
News
Blogging, tweeting his way to riches
What Canadians are thinking about
New 'smart' electrical meters raise privacy issues
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Blog Tea Party
K got his H1N1 shot at the pediatrician's yesterday. It was very busy there and in fact, his name was not on the waitlist that had been started up at the first clinic earlier in the week. Fortunately, he somehow got squeezed in as we showed up early enough in the day. So now, it's just me that has to wait until the clinics start giving the shots to non-priority people, or hopefully my doctor will get some in.
And have you ever been to a blog tea party? That's what Mmm at Hot Toast and Jam is hosting December 1st! See my sidebar for details. It'll be a great way to get into the seasonal spirit. It will be 'held' in scenic, upscale Aspen. Think minced pies and hot cocoa.
It's a gorgeous weekend, a good chance to do some yard cleanup or go walking. Yesterday, it was about 15C (60'sF) and a lucky bride and groom were out on Main Street having wedding pictures taken. You do take your chances on the weather in November.
News
How to eat a chicken wing (viral video)
Google allows users to view, delete personal information
Study links high blood pressure to memory trouble
The proven power of flowers
And have you ever been to a blog tea party? That's what Mmm at Hot Toast and Jam is hosting December 1st! See my sidebar for details. It'll be a great way to get into the seasonal spirit. It will be 'held' in scenic, upscale Aspen. Think minced pies and hot cocoa.
It's a gorgeous weekend, a good chance to do some yard cleanup or go walking. Yesterday, it was about 15C (60'sF) and a lucky bride and groom were out on Main Street having wedding pictures taken. You do take your chances on the weather in November.
News
How to eat a chicken wing (viral video)
Google allows users to view, delete personal information
Study links high blood pressure to memory trouble
The proven power of flowers
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Happy Hour - Jungle Fruit Alcohol
READ BEFORE WATCHING THE VIDEO!!
This is a real video from a French documentary about Africa. There are trees that grow in Africa which, once a year, produce very Juicy fruits that contain a large percentage of alcohol.
Because there Is a shortage of water, as soon as the fruits are ripe, animals come there to help protect themselves from the heat. What happens next, you can watch for yourselves.
News
New gene therapy halts 2 boys' rare brain disease
Why we should all just say no to sit-ups
Japan's NEC offers eyewear translator
New Japanese glasses bring tears to the eyes
How to cut back on sugar
This is a real video from a French documentary about Africa. There are trees that grow in Africa which, once a year, produce very Juicy fruits that contain a large percentage of alcohol.
Because there Is a shortage of water, as soon as the fruits are ripe, animals come there to help protect themselves from the heat. What happens next, you can watch for yourselves.
News
New gene therapy halts 2 boys' rare brain disease
Why we should all just say no to sit-ups
Japan's NEC offers eyewear translator
New Japanese glasses bring tears to the eyes
How to cut back on sugar
Friday, November 6, 2009
Homemade Facial Mask
L drove to school yesterday as I had to go downtown with M on some errands and didn't need my car. I can see where this taste of independence will only heighten the longing for one's own car. It's a good thing for the most part, I guess (as is 'growing up'). Some of her friends already have their own cars in Grade 12. L says her friend's mom gets upset every time the friend mentions the word 'university'. This girl is the baby of the family and her mom is having separation anxiety. This girl will go to a Toronto university so that she can stay home and this girl is ok with that. I think that whatever works for each family is a good thing. Some friends can't wait to leave their parents' home.
If anyone is interested in homemade facial treatments, my sister just sent this to 'recipe' to us out of the blue. I know L was asking me what to do to get rid of bags under her eyes, but I couldn't really get interested in her problem! Maybe my sister would know.
Acne/Oily Skin Facial Mask
2 tsp aloe vera gel - fresh from plant
1 tsp lemon juice
1 egg white
1/4 tsp honey
Beat egg white and add all other ingredients. Apply to skin preferably with a small brush and allow to dry. Reapply and leave mask on for 10 minutes, rinse and moisturise.
News
Danish firm launches vitamin-rich gum for 3rd world kids
Does your baby cry in French or German?
If anyone is interested in homemade facial treatments, my sister just sent this to 'recipe' to us out of the blue. I know L was asking me what to do to get rid of bags under her eyes, but I couldn't really get interested in her problem! Maybe my sister would know.
Acne/Oily Skin Facial Mask
2 tsp aloe vera gel - fresh from plant
1 tsp lemon juice
1 egg white
1/4 tsp honey
Beat egg white and add all other ingredients. Apply to skin preferably with a small brush and allow to dry. Reapply and leave mask on for 10 minutes, rinse and moisturise.
News
Danish firm launches vitamin-rich gum for 3rd world kids
Does your baby cry in French or German?
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