Michele Starkey
Optimist who enjoys writing, laughing and spreading good news. If I have but one life to live, I hope to make mine memorable. My epitaph will read: she lived, she loved, she left.
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Dead Lies and DeadlinesBen Franklin told us that nothing is certain except death and taxes in this world. Choosing not to believe in God makes certain that this world is all you will have ever. If you are not living with the hope of eternity than death is your final deadline.
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Give Yourself a GiftA heavy heart will weigh you down and the best present that you can give to yourself is to let go of the burden. Forgive someone, erase the grudge and embittered feelings and free yourself to love through the tough times.
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Intelligence for Your Life and Living the DreamJohn Tesh was earning a huge salary working as a host for Entertainment Tonight but he chose to risk it all and live out his passion and dreams. Today he has his own radio show, Intelligence for Your Life and is performing in live concerts.
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Language Preservation on the ReservationDesiderata is a famous poem that mentions taking kindly to the counsel of the years and listening to your elders because they have much to share such as language, tradition and culture. This is the Nkwusm Salish Language Institute story.
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What is New at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo?The Smithsonian National Zoo is located in Washington, DC and an estimated 1.6 million visited during 2011. The Zoo is only closed one day each year on December 25. If you have never visited the National Zoo before, put it on the calendar for 2012.
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Enough of the Grinches AlreadyChristmas is a time of rejoicing for Christians everywhere and in 1 Peter we are told that we should not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among us but we should keep on rejoicing. Therefore, I will say Merry Christmas.
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A Heartwarming Tale of Dog FreedomRecently rescued beagles were freed from a laboratory in Spain after spending their entire lives in cages. The dogs were rescued by The Beagle Freedom Project of Animal Rescue, Media and Education better known as ARME.
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The Ten Weirdest Life Forms for 2011We live in a technological world and oftentimes it is difficult to believe everything we see but National Geographics has revealed the top ten weirdest life forms and they have been authenticated by scientists. You have to see some of them to believe them
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Kamikaze TurkeyPresident Obama pardoned two turkeys this Thanksgiving. This is the story of the one that did not get away but chose instead to end his life in a Kamikaze fashion by diving through the Window of a restaurant in Pennsylvania.
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Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education CenterThere is a place in Oregon where sick and injured animals can go to rehabilitate and be released back into the wild. It was started by J. David Siddon in the early 1980s and continues today under the direction of his son, Dave.
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On Thanking God in AmericaToo many Americans have left God out of the celebration. Thankfulness to God for all things, including Thanksgiving and Christmas, is an American tradition. Let us not forget to remember from whom all blessings flow.
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New Warnings About Canned FoodsJust in time for Thanksgiving and new warning are surfacing about BPA in canned foods. You may want to rethink those canned veggies and pumpkin as you prepare the menu.
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Bad Economy Births Many EventsAmerican birth rates drop and tempers flare in a bad economy. This is nothing new and we need only to revisit the Great Depression to see that what goes around, comes around. Proverbs 22 tells us that the borrower is servant to the lender.
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Do You Commute?The International Space Station may have the least congested commute of all. Americans spend on average 28 minutes commuting and the worst commute on planet earth goes to the city of Beijing whose rush hour just got an hour longer.
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Who Will Be the Next First Spouse?Introduced in 2007 and set to last until 2016, the US Mint is releasing the First Spouse gold coins in honor of our First Ladies. Who are the First Spouse coins for 2012 and who is one of the first non-spouses to be honored?
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Which End Do You Trust?Mixed signals occur on a daily basis all over the globe or around the neighborhood. When a dog is wagging their tail and barking and growling, which end do you trust?
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Developing a New Dump Through Solar LandfillsAmericans produce trash at a rate of nearly twice what the rest of the world does. The EPA estimates we generate 4.6 pounds per person per day or 251 million tons per year that go to landfills. Solar technology for landfill reuse may be the answer.
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Little Boy Plays Santa in AtlantaBradley Thomas is just a typical seven year old who understands the commandment in Matthew 22 that says to love your neighbor. He has decided to devote his time and talents to help a family in need this Christmas.
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Never Too Late to Tie the KnotAnn Thayer and Paul Walker recently got married. It was not the first marriage for either of them but it may be the last. They are octogenarians who have been dating for 17 years.
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Breaking the Language BarriersThroughout the world and even here at home, the language debate heats up all the time. For those of us who reside in the US, pressing one for English causes resentment. In Latvia, pressing two for Russian is causing concern.
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Saving the DogsThousands of dogs have been saved so far through the PetSmart Waggin Tail Rescue. The one dog to take the title of number fifty thousand was able to walk the Red Carpet and walk into her new digs at a loving home in Colorado.
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Change Course to Reach the DestinationWilliam Arthur Ward once shared with us that while the pessimist complains and the optimist expects change, it is the realist who adjusts the sails. I believe that we have much to learn from the Polynesian Voyaging Society.
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The Library Has Got the GeekThe Public Library has transformed itself into more than just a quiet place to read a book and many are the one-stop job center and free Internet access. The Public Library has recently launched the Geek the Library campaign.
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Life is a Family CircusCartoonist Bil Keane who created the Family Circus cartoon has left our midst. He left behind almost 50 years of funny glimpses into family life through the Family Circus.
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Everyone Knows Someone Who Has ServedThis Friday is Veterans Day and everyone knows someone who has served or is serving in the United States military. Take a moment to thank the veterans in our midst who preserve our freedoms we enjoy in America the Beautiful.
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Focus on Parents in the Case of the Missing KidsThere are two missing kids in the news recently. In both cases, the parents have come under suspicion. The bible tells us that not even one of these little ones should perish. I pray that is the case for both these kids. -
Catholics Changing ResponseAfter 40 years of repeating the same response, the Catholic Church is changing things up a bit. Many will be confused after repeating the same response for so long and still others are welcoming the new translation.
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Child Slavery in CambodiaWhile we slept, there was a heroic rescue taking place in Cambodia. Many girls were rescued from the bondage of child slavery thanks to the efforts of Samoly Mam Foundation. Nicholas Kristof of the NY Times accompanied her on the mission.
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The Sounds of ImpatienceA study has confirmed that Whining is the most annoying sound in the world. We are wired to whine and some of us do it more often than others. Have you ever paid a fine for whining, my father almost did recently.
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Devitt’s Nursery, Christmas on the Farm and Eggbert the Talking EggIf you lived in the Hudson Valley during the 1970s thru the 1990s you could have been one of the 80,000 people who flocked to Devitts Nursery to see Eggbert. This year, for the first time since 1999, Eggbert and his animal friends return.
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Chinese Cyber AttacksChina and Russia are cyber attacking the US these days. I would rather see our country involved in a Cyber War than another global conflict. Perhaps a better solution would be a sharing trend so the wars can end altogether.
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I Would Rather Be Content Than Be HappyHappiness fluctuates on any given day and happiness is also temporary. Diane Sawyer announced the Most Happiest Woman in America. If she ever wants to meet the Most Content Woman, I hope she calls me.
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Snowstorm of October 2011 - SlideshowIt is simply amazing what you can live without when you have to survive. The freak storm of 2011 knocked the limbs off of our old maple tree that has stood for many years. The weight of the snow was too much for her to hold.
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The Elephant and the DogTarra and Bella were an odd couple who showed the world that anyone could overcome immense differences and just be friends. They were the elephant and the dog that lived and played together at the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee.
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The Scoop on Dog PoopDog poop is messy and now there is a company that uses CSI technology to reveal who is not cleaning up after their pets. PooPrints claims that a single dog generates on average 276 pounds of waste per year.
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What You Can Get at the ATMThere are vending machines and ATMs the world over that dispense everything from flowers to cash. In Mumbai you can now get diamonds from your ATM. What is in your wallet and is it enough to use this ATM?
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The Telegraph and the InternetThe telegraph celebrated the 150th anniversary recently. The first telegraphers used a language all to their own and it resembled Twitter. The world was forever changed and wired together.
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New York Governor Addresses Missing Adult Alert SystemGovernor Cuomo of New York announces the Missing Adult Alert system that will be similar to the Amber Alerts used for children. Over 95 percent of missing adults are located within a quarter mile of home.
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What the EPA Did to John PozsgaiJohn Pozsgai was a Freedom Fighter who saved thousands of lives in Hungary before coming to America to live the American Dream. The EPA turned Mr. Pozsgai's dream into a nightmare. This past week at the age of 79, he left our midst.
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Who is Playing Ping Pong in China?Robotic Technology took a leap forward in China recently with the introduction of Kong and Wu. Two table tennis or ping pong playing robots. But, the cutest robot of all is yet to be introduced and his name is PaPeRo.
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Saudi Prince Dies in New York HospitalSaudi Arabian Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud died in NYC this morning at the age of 85. He had reportedly been battling colon cancer since 2009 and was the half brother of the ailing Saudi King Abdullah.
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Tall Ship LYNX Docks in Newburgh, NY SlideshowShe is a 114 ton Lynx, which was hired to train the cast and crew of the hit movie Pirates of the Caribbean. She flies pennants and flags from the 1812 era making her one of the first ships to defend our nations freedom.
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Celebrating BirthdaysWe gathered to celebrate a birthday for my sister and mark the passage of another year and the one to come. Generations gather around the table and delight in this event.
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Until Death Do Us PartNorma and Gordon Yeager died holding hands that they had held for 72 years of their marriage.
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The Black and White of MarriageAll the single ladies are searching for something. For the black ladies, it would appear that it is harder to find as 70 percent of professional black women in America are single these days. Who is at fault is the question.
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Let My People GoThe Coptic Christians are being killed in Egypt and tourism has suddenly come to a halt. There are fewer than a handful of cruise ships sailing down the Nile. I am reminded of Exodus and Moses when he said, Let my people go.
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Who Will Be the 7 Billionth Person on Earth?Sometime at the end of the month around Halloween, the United Nations has determined that the 7 billionth person will be born on planet earth. Researchers believe the baby will be born in India and will most likely be a boy.
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School Owned and OperatedLeeton was once a booming town but the current financial crisis had forced the only grocery store in town to pull up roots and close the doors. Many in the community were left with no place to shop locally. Until the Bulldog Express came to town. -
When the Flood ComesSometimes we are not equipped to handle situations alone. I know who to call because I have been given a helpmate in my husband who comes to my emotional rescue. -
President Obama Sends US Troops to AfricaPresident Obama has ordered 100 US Special Ops troops to Uganda to advise against the LRA. What can we expect to really accomplish in Africa and when will we ever learn that there are just some places we should not go. -
Yes, Virginia, He LivesIt is the most famous editorial ever written. It was written in response to a little girl when she asked if Santa Claus was real. Imagine if the editorial was written about the Christ instead of the Claus. I have taken the liberty of rewriting it. -
Hanging Out the Dirty LaundrySafe Homes hung up the dirty laundry and revealed all the dirty little secrets that exist behind closed doors all over America and even in Orange County, New York. It is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the shirts are still haunting me. -
Temporary TentsUnderstanding is the key to peace in the neighborhood. If we consider the entire earth as one big neighbor, then understanding different religions and cultures can promote peaceful coexistence. As a follower of Jesus, my body is a temporary tent. -
Only One Left in AfghanistanTry to imagine what it would be like to be only one in 33 million people left standing or worshiping alone. There is only one Jewish man living in Afghanistan. You have to wonder how he must feel. -
One Day, One Breath, One Moment at a TimeWe only have this one day, one moment and one chance to change everything. Encourage one another and never stop praying. Prayer is the best gift for any occasion. -
Snow on Saturn and the Abominable SnowmanSnow has been discovered on Saturns moon, Enceladus. The Huff Post reported that the Abominable Snowman has been located in Siberia. Maybe he can move before the search heats up and he melts away. -
Flash DecisionsThere is a price to pay for the daily decisions that we make whether it is speeding up through a yellow caution light or crossing a railroad track with the warning lights signaling. The children are watching our flash decisions. -
One Small StepOn July 20, 1969 the Eagle landed on the moon. My brother Frank was a part of the Operations Team who set the stage for Armstrong to make his historic speech, One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Mankind. -
Love Has Everything to Do with ItOur Pastor is doing a marriage sermon series and mentioned that Mexico is considering a proposal to change marriage to a two year contract. Marriage would no longer be for better or worse or until death do us part. -
Tell Me a Story, DadThe Oral History Program records the stories of veterans. My father will be recounting the events of December 7th for the 70th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor. His story will live "in infamy" for future generations lest we never forget. -
Trio of Women Take the Nobel Peace PrizeThe Nobel Peace Prize Committee in Oslo, Norway this morning announced that three women have taken the coveted Peace Prize. All were diligently working on Human Rights issues in their countries. Give the girls a round of applause. -
A Time to Offer CriticismThere are circumstances everyday where we should stand and correct the actions of others. This was true recently when it came to my mothers dentist. Proverbs tell us that an open rebuke is better than hidden love. -
TNT SlideshowThere are a group of senior citizens who began tapping their feet. They are called TNT and have performed at venues all over the State. -
Do You Have a Watch Goose?Even the best of sentries can get distracted and before you know it the enemy can arrive undetected. Everyone needs someone to stand guard but you should keep your own eyes open anyway. -
Finding God on the Golf CourseFaith based films are growing in popularity. The world is searching for answers and sometimes they are found before you reach the 18th hold. -
Freedom of SpeechAmericans enjoy so many freedoms and one of them is the Freedom of Speech. As a writer for a community newspaper I enjoy that freedom to encourage, inspire and influence. I will never take that liberty for granted. -
Christmas Music Fills Me with JoyListening to Christmas music fills my heart with joy, even in July or September. The world will call me weird but Jesus warned us in Mark 13 that the world would not understand the source of my joy. -
Hallmark Cards for the UnemployedI spoke to a representative at Hallmark this morning and she shared with me that Hallmark has been producing a few of these cards for the unemployed for the past two years in the encouragement and shoebox line of cards. -
Faraway Friends and FamilyFunny thing about family, friends and community is that you are never more than a whisper away from one another. They will hear your whisper and come running because we are all one in the same spirit of love and unity. -
Start the Music as Russians Change SeatsThere is a bit of a musical chair scenario happening in Russia as they gear up for a Presidential election next year, along with the United States. Already events are unfolding in Russia that will affect their Presidential election next year. -
Who is Going Postal?The United States Postal Service has decided to wave the death rule. Now living people will be eligible to be honored on US postage stamps. Help to choose who should be the first to go postal. -
We the People Will Fix the EconomyLiquid Church in New Jersey is offering a Reverse offering to their parishioners. The people are investing the money back into the community. We the People are fixing the economy by biblical proportions. -
Don’t Keep Your Hands to YourselfThere is healing power in the human touch. Sometimes a simple touch can speak volumes to another human being. Reach out and touch someone. -
I Am Being FollowedI am being watched. I am being followed. I know because I have over 400000 pageviews. To God be the Glory. -
Way to What?There is only one way to step into eternity and His Name is Jesus. It is difficult to explain that to an unbeliever but God will help you. -
The Cost of Illegal Immigration on Our NationI am not opposed to immigration but I do oppose illegal immigrants as they are a burden to our Nation. I am the granddaughter of a Legal Immigrant who came into this country through Ellis Island. He worked to provide his family with the American Dream. -
Home Bible Study Results in FinesAs an American, I believe we have a freedom to live, to worship and to freely gather inside the comfort of our own homes. If you live in California then you may rethink home bible study as yet another California family is slapped with a fine. -
Lottery Winners Fail to Come ForwardAnother lottery winner has failed to come forward. People the world over play the odds and oddly enough they fail to claim their prize. The unclaimed lottery ticket business is booming.
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A Deadly Catch in FloridaThere was a deadly catch in Florida when a young man caught a 800 pound alligator. The family is storing it in their freezer until it can be mounted. I would not put it in our freezer. -
Keeping an Eye on the BirdsBirds are flocking out of Massachusetts in record numbers. Whether it is climate control or just a natural occurrence birdwatchers are keeping an eye on them as they fly away. I am reminded of the verse from Amos 9. -
Is it Just a Wrong Number?Wrong numbers. We miss many of them now because so many folks have Caller ID. Sometimes wrong numbers are opportunities to share with others and sometimes wrong numbers are just signals. -
Vintage Singer Sewing Machine on the Curb SlideshowJust a simple Sunday walk around the block and you find an old vintage Singer Sewing Machine. Apparently someone felt it was not worth saving but we thought it was worth it. -
The Outsourcing of American Call CentersThe American Call Centers are slowly dying. International call centers provide customer service at a fraction of the cost. I am trying to see the positive in this. I am speaking with people all the world over that I would never be able to meet. -
Dream the American DreamThe American ingenuity and innovative thinking kept America on top. If we are to recover from this economic downturn, we need to return to our roots and put on our innovative thinking caps. -
The Time for TurtlesPsalm 34 instructs us to turn from evil and do good. There is a Turtle Hospital in the Florida Keys that just released a Loggerhead turtle who was speared by a human being. -
Is it SPOT On?The Screening of Passengers by Observation Techniques or the SPOT Program was introduced by the TSA in August of 2008. I wonder if casual conversation is revealing enough. -
Slideshow of Creative Design and Machine 911 Memorial for Fire DistrictCreative Design and Machine created this 911 memorial for the Okalossa Island Fire District in Florida. -
Grow Old with MeGrowing old together requires that you love one another and fight fair. Today is our anniversary and the best advice we received is still hanging on the refrigerator. -
Drowning in ExcessThe time has come to throw out, clean out and give away. We are a nation that drowns in the excesses of our lives. Too much of anything can overwhelm you and the time is now to get out from under the clutter of things. -
Weaving the Web SlideshowWoke up this morning to the shrubs covered in webs. Searched for the culprit and finally found the busy little spider. -
Mayor Bloomberg Bans God from 911 CeremonyIf ever there was a ceremony that needed prayer, it is the 911 anniversary remembrance. The Mayor of NYC has decided to ban God and prayers from the ceremonies.This is the new America post 911.
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Water Water Everywhere SlideshowThese are some photos that show the aftermath of the recent flooding in the Hudson Valley of New York. -
Do You Speak Sign Language?There are 70 million deaf people in the world. 26 countries do not allow them to drive cars. The deaf in the car behind me were talking about me yesterday when I failed to go on the green light. I was engaged in their conversation. -
Queen of the QuoteMahatma Gandi once said that a man is but the product of his thoughts. If there is truth in that, I am probably an egg because sometimes I am hard boiled and still other times I am scrambled. Many times I am just plain fried. -
The New Bully on the BlockWhile we are recognizing the tragic tenth anniversary of 911, the United Nations is preparing to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action in NYC. It is a slap in the face to Americans. -
Toxic Prank Evacuates PlaneMaybe a piece of my humor died on that September day ten years ago along with all of those innocent lives that were lost on 911. Then again, I do not think anything with a bomb in it would ever make me laugh. -
The Whole Set of This, that and the OtherGeorge Carlin did a monologue in 1972 of the "Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television". If George were alive today, he would have to revamp that list because lately, I have heard those words spewing out of my television. -
The Song and Dance of LifeLife is a song and dance even when it is too short. The music keeps playing long after you leave the dance floor. -
What Floats Your Boat?Even the Pharaoh's boat that floated once, thousands of years ago, has been landlocked and recently escavated in Egypt. What floats your boat? -
Why We Want to Know the Top TenTop Ten lists of just about anything exist for just about everything. We are a world who wants to know which are the best, the worst, the leaders and the losers. I wonder why that fascinates us. -
Setting the Curves Straight About SmilesSmile and the whole world smiles with you. Research cannot confirm that it takes more muscles to frown but it sure makes you feel better when you smile. -
Surviving Sex with a WidowBlack Widow spiders have a reputation of consuming their mates after sex. Clueless males are apparently the only ones being eaten. Those Black Widow males who can determine which females are well fed will survive the encounter. -
Is it Time to Empty the Bucket?The Bucket List was a movie starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. It was one of my favorite flicks of all time. Is it time to empty the bucket? -
The Circus Fans Come to TownThe phone rings in the newsroom. The Circus Fans of America are having their national convention in Newburgh. The famous Lion Tamer is buried in St. Georges Cemetery and they will be laying a wreath on his grave. This reporter is there to witness it. -
Hurricane Almost Cancelled My CruiseA hurricane almost cancelled my cruise many years ago but I phoned a friend who drove me to the airport to catch the last flight out. The rest is history and some wonderful memories. -
Who Put the Bug in His Ear?A moth flew into Matt Hollidays ear on the baseball field on Monday night. It isn't the first time someone had a moth fly into the ear canal. Apparently not all moths go into the light. -
New Trends for the End of LifeWe will all come to the end of our lives one day. A funeral is a fact of life and as Boomers age, they are changing the funeral industry. Enter the era of painted caskets and webcasting funerals.
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A Place Where Jellyfish Have Lost Their StingDiscover a place where the jellyfish have lost their sting. -
Whale TalesBeluga Whales have made headlines lately. A Russian diver swims (sans clothes) with the Belugas in the Arctic and a Mariachi Band serenades a Beluga at the Mystic Aquarium. -
Toughest Tongue Twister in the English LanguageDoes your tongue ever get twisted trying to say certain things? This is the toughest tongue twister in the English language according to the Guinness World Record Book and reciting this may help you with your sleep apnea. -
Troops in Afghanistan Passing the MomentsSome down time in Afghanistan brings out the performer in these ordinary soldiers. Singing and dancing can heighten the endorphin levels. The International Day of Peace is celebrated annually on September 21. Peace on earth is something to sing about. -
A Wave May Change Your Mood but is that a Good Thing?Construction detours delay our morning commutes. What if you saw a smiling construction worker waving at you each day? Would that change your mood and is that such a bad thing? -
Digging in the Dirt for DiamondsIn Murfreesboro, Arkansas you can visit a place called the Crater of Diamonds where you can explore for diamonds. Or in the case of April Sanati, you can just find a one carat diamond in your own back yard. -
Breaking Free from the Past ChainsFree at last. Billie has her chains removed after five years of living at the Sanctuary. This is an elephant who never forgets. -
When You Can't Leave Your MarkPeople who are born with Adermatoglyphia are born without fingerprints. Although the condition is very rare, a new study suggests there may be thousands with this condition who unknowingly are walking around without leaving their mark. -
A Bunch of CropThe Inakadate Village farmers are growing art in the rice paddy fields. Planting different colors of kodaimai rice, the murals can be seen from aerial views. Tens of thousands of visitors flock to witness the temporary murals. -
Businesses Bailout New York State Debt to the Federal GovernmentThe governor of NYS has repeatedly stated that there will be no new taxes. Business owners across the state were recently mailed a letter that they must pay an Interest Assessment Surcharge to help NY cover their debt to the federal government. -
Panhandling for a WifePanhandlers have existed for thousands of years. Beggars are in every country of the world. I invite you to read about Bob who is panhandling for a wealthy wife on the streets of NYC. -
The Essential Keys of UnderstandingTolerance and acceptance of other religions and people are essential for the foundation of peace. A Rabbi shared with me that it is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness. -
The Wondrous Cross on Ground ZeroShould the Cross be left at Ground Zero? Rabbi David Wolpe of the Sinai Temple in Los Angeles believes it should and so do I. -
The Monster MaskThe monster that lurked inside of Timothy Handel was hidden under the mask of a normal looking 39 year old man. Do not let the mask fool you. -
Window to the World TechnologyToyota introduced the Window to the World technology at the Autoworld Museum in Belgium last month. It takes backseat riding in the car to a whole new level and may make the are we there yet a thing of the past. -
One Young Man with Everything to Live ForWilliam Whiting Borden was an heir to the Borden Dairy Estate and worth millions. He chose to become a missionary instead and live out his life for Christ. No Reserve. No Retreat. No Regrets. -
Working Past Sixty-FiveThere are so many people working past the age of 65 these days. Retirement is becoming like the Debt Ceiling and they just keep raising it higher. -
Should We Paint the Debt Ceiling Black?Maybe it is time to paint the Debt Ceiling black. I guess we need a bigger ladder to reach the ceiling. -
American Idol Shines at Local VenueTim Urban was a contestant who finished in the top 10 on American Idol's Season 9. I had the opportunity to sit down with Tim to talk about American Idol and life in general. -
Lawsuits Just Keep Getting StrangerLudicrous lawsuits are popping up on a daily basis and indirectly affecting all of us. The US Institute for Legal Reform wants your vote on some of the most ridiculous lawsuits.
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Celebrating the Day They Were WedMy parents are celebrating 69 years of marriage. It has been a long and winding road but their journey together, hand in hand, is all that really matters. Happy Anniversary, mom and dad. -
The Weight of Washington on Our ShouldersOur government refuses to agree on anything. The end result is that American lives are suffering at the hands of a few politicians who refuse to compromise to anything. We should fire them.
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Children Arguing Sounding like PoliticiansA parody of what Nancy Pelosi and John Boehner would have sounded like as children arguing over who is right and who is wrong. -
Down Under and All OverWe met a couple from Australia who were RVing across America. -
Should I Offer the Tree My Umbrella?The affects of Acid Rain upon our forest in the Hudson Valley of New York are unmistakable. To quote Joyce Kilmer, Only God can make a tree. It takes a man to destroy it. -
A Million Miles Away and Only a Short Drive from Home (slideshow)Sometimes just a short drive takes you places you have never been. Just around the corner, out of sight from the whole world. Camping is paradise. -
Those Who Do Not Fess Up when They Mess UpEven if we remove the alleged crimes, both Casey Anthony and Roger Clemens told a lie and faced the jury. The life sentence I impose is that for the rest of their lives or mine, I will trust neither one. -
We Are Down to the Final Four for NASAThe Final Four are about to go into the history books. NASA astronauts Commander Chris Ferguson, Pilot Doug Hurley, Mission Specialists Sandy Magnus, and Rex Walheim will board the last NASA mission on Friday July 8. -
Giant Hogweed Attack on New YorkSome media outlets are calling it the Green Monster. The DEC wants any sightings reported immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THIS PLANT is the message from the DEC. The Giant Hogweed has invaded New York. -
The Research on a Rodent that Never Gets CancerThe Naked Mole Rat appears to have anti aging and anti cancer abilities. The rodent lives roughly seven times the average lifespan of most rodents. Researchers are studying their unique capabilities to see if there will be benefit to humans. -
Will This Be the Decade of Delivery?The 2011 United States Trafficking in Persons Report has been released. Singapore and the Philippines have been removed from the watch list and placed on Tier 2. Will this be the Decade of Delivery? I'm not so sure. -
Touch-a-Truck Local Event (slideshow)Cub Scout Pack 18 held a Touch-a-Truck event where kids have the opportunity to see, touch, interact with and learn about emergency vehicles, big rigs and equipment. -
All Decked Out for Independence Day (slideshow)The neighbors in New York know how to fly Old Glory - they covered their roof! Happy Fourth of July! -
Will the World Ever Live as One?The Imagine Peace Tower stands in Reykjavik, Iceland as a tribute to John Lennon. Yoko Ono turned 78 years old this year and she is still imagining world peace. You can send your peace wishes to Reykjavik along with millions of others. -
Bug Invasions from the Far EastIllegal immigration from the Far East is wreaking havoc on American soil. The aliens go by the names of marmorated stink bugs and Emerald Ash borers and they are threatening our crops and our forests. -
This is How Things Go Terribly WrongIf you find a US passport, it should be mailed to the U.S. Department of State Passport Services immediately. If the local credit union finds a passport, apparently they will hand it over to you even if you cannot produce proper identification. -
Where Fish Are Turning Up These DaysBenjamin Franklin was once quoted as saying that both visitors and fish will stink after three days. There are so many amazing fish facts that one can only wonder at the variety of the 20,000 plus species of fish. -
What Cereal Gets Shot from a Gun?Cheerios is about to turn 70 years old this year. It was originally going to be called Cheerioats but the name was shortened in 1945. Created by Lester Borchardt who lived to the ripe old age of 99 proving that maybe it is heart healthy after all. -
Ion Technology Evolving BatteriesThe researchers at MIT have developed a new semi-solid flow cell, a prototype battery that can store up to 30 times as much energy as previous versions. They are calling it Cambridge Crude. -
Vote for the Newest Wonders of NatureOf the Ancient Seven Wonders of the World only the Pyramid is still standing. You have an opportunity to vote for the newest wonders of nature. Winners will be selected on November 11, 2011. -
An Email from a StrangerIn 2005, I posted a short true story about writing a letter to a stranger. Recently, I received an email via another stranger who thanked me for the posting. The gentleman lives in Saudi Arabia. You never know who you are reaching for God.
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A Performance that Would Make the Beatles SmileLet it Be is one of the classic Beatle recordings of all time. Many artists have performed this song and most recently two young musicians used a cello and a violin in their rendition of the tune that would surely make the Beatles smile. -
Monitoring Multimedia IssuesEven the Amish are not exempt from the sexting scandals. A young Amish man in Indiana was arrested for sexting a 12 year old. It is hard to believe that the text messaging industry was birthed just ten years ago. -
Titanic Prepares to Celebrate 100th AnniversaryJust some of the events that will mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic include several sweepstakes. You can enter to win one of six 11-day trips to Belfast or exchange your marriage vows on the grand staircase.
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The Allergies Among UsFrom dogs to kids it seems that everywhere someone is suffering from something. The latest news is that one in every twelve kids have a food allergy. My little dog is suffering the same syndrome. -
Hallmark Pays Postage (slideshow)The eldest daughter is away at college and communicates via phone, email and text. So for Father's Day, she chose a Hallmark card that came postage paid. Interesting marketing concept. -
For Those Who Were, Who Are, Who Will BeWhat would you place in your time capsule? There are some things that change over time and others that are timeless. -
Sales Tax on Sex?Who is charging sales tax on sex acts? The answers may surprise you, from the NYS justices to the Dutch government it seems everyone wants to cash in. -
Nobody Blogs it BetterThe top ten blogs may surprise you. For 2010, Zenhabits was the Number 1 blog and reminded us to smile, breathe and go slowly. Be wary of what you read because you never know who is hiding behind the keyboard. You are what you read. -
Looking for Things that Don't ExistWo ist der fisch? is the title of the painting I purchased in Germany many years ago. Three little boys fishing in a wash basin unsuccessfully. What are you fishing for? -
Extreme God Makeovers Can Move that Mountain!The faith that moves mountains. God can do an extreme makeover on your life. Just ask and believe. -
What's on the Mind of the Millennials?Children of Baby Boomers are often referred to as Millennials or Generation Y. What is on their mind? The Pew Research Center has shared their findings. -
Living Life Under Unexpected CircumstancesJohn Lennon once said that life happens when you are making other plans. Dealing with a death, a diagnosis or a dilemma can bring you to your knees. Standing up on your feet again can make all of the difference. -
Counterfeits Could Be Killing the US EconomyCounterfeits account for over 1.2 trillion dollars in lost sales each year. The US Dept of Commerce estimates that 8 percent of all global merchandise is counterfeit. The largest amount of contraband being shipped is originating in China. -
Help Me to Be the Person My Dogs Think I AmWe had a sudden, unexpected death in our family when my cousin recently passed. She left behind her dogs, her babies. She always said, Help me to be the person my dogs think I am. -
You Light Up My LifeOscar-winning 'You Light Up My Life' composer Joseph Brooks commited suicide on Sunday. A young mother drove into the Hudson River, killing herself and her children. Do not let your light go out there is One who can bring light and life to you again. -
The Common Loon on the LakeHollywood storytelling (like On Golden Pond), the Loons are more attached to their surrounding than to their mates. According to The Science of Loons, "recent studies have shown that loons do switch partners from year to year." Proving once more that noth -
The Perfect VacationNothing matters one bit when you are camping because everything is precious. Especially the time spent with someone you love.. Great is Thy Faithfulness, Lord unto me. -
Isn't Anything Sacred Anymore? (slideshow)Nestled just a few blocks up from the Hudson River in Newburgh, NY is a historical cemetery that was founded in 1838. For 172 years it has stood as an example of a 19th Century rural cemetery. Recently, vandals have left their mark. -
Hibiscus Gift (a slideshow)These are slides of the new Hibiscus plant that the husband purchased in Pennsylvania. These large and showy flowers last just one day but are quickly replaced by new blooms. -
Avoid the Danger of DrowningSummer is at hand. Thousands head to the shore. Lifeguards rescued over 6,000 on American beaches in 2010. Do not get ripped by the riptides and undercurrents. -
Talking AnimalsThis has to be one of the funniest talking animal videos I have ever seen. Enjoy it. -
Calling All One-Day VolunteersWreaths Across America is calling all one-day volunteers to hand out military appreciation cards to veterans and active duty members. Last year over 1 million cards were handed out with a handshake. Will you help to raise that number for 2011? -
The Grandmothers Gaining AttentionFrom the Raging Grannies to Veatrice Henson (celebrating her 100th birthday), read about the grandmothers who are gaining our attentions. -
Virtually Kissing Over the InternetOur Japanese brothers think of everything - sort of. First, they created Virtual Girlfriends and now, they have prototyped an Internet Kissing Machine. Imagine that. -
Survivors and Some Who Didn'tCancer Strikes Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime. There is hope to help you cope and in the words of Christopher Reeve, Once you choose hope, anything is possible. -
One Note Up on MeChess. A game that has always eluded me. My husband and I play a chess game with notes. Recently, he made a strategic move and I'm not sure I can counter. The "queen" surrenders, King wins. -
Vacation Rentals from Real OwnersIf the thought of staying in an expensive hotel seems daunting, try renting a real home from a real person the next time you vacation. -
Lessons in the Wake of a StormAlabama newlyweds lose everything. Alabama newlyweds give thanks in all things. Imagine that, there is a lesson here we could all learn from. -
Were You Ever in a War EventThis event at the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor will help you learn where to look, what to look for and how to preserve the objects and memories of your own family participation in American military history. -
The Stroke Campaign StoriesMay is National Stroke Awareness Month. If you believe that you are too young or too healthy to suffer a stroke, think again and consider little Brendon who suffered a stroke in utero. -
Wag Your TailIt took a little stray dog to teach me a huge lesson. We should always be thankful for being saved and we should express our thankfulness at every opportunity just for being called. -
Don't Grow Up or Old Too QuickAndy Rooney said that living long is a great idea but that no one likes to get old. I would tell the younger generation to slow down and enjoy the scenery along the road and do not miss the moments along the way. -
Zooming in on the UniverseUse your imagination to contribute to the largest citizen science project on the Internet. Zoonuniverse - boldly going where only the Hubble Telescope has gone before. -
The Making of the Gift (slideshow)This is a step-by-step slideshow of a basket that my husband created for a special someone. -
The Mating GameThere are strange mating rituals in the animal kingdom and I am thankful that I am not a hippo or a porcupine. -
"When It Rains, it Pours"Rain drizzles or it pours. The Morton Salt umbrella girl has been with us since the early 1900s. Salt dates back to biblical times. When it rains, it often pours but your salt will always freely flow. -
Chinese Crackdown on the MonksThere is trouble brewing for the Tibetan Monks. The Chinese paramilitary are cracking down on the Kirti monastery which is currently home to 2,500 monks. The Chinese authorities removed over 300 of them this weekend amid protests from the Tibetan people. -
A Gender-Neutral BeetleVolkswagen's redesigned sleeker VW Beetle is rolling out and soon to be rolling down the highways near you. Will it appeal to both sexes? VW is banking on it and says it has more power and less flower. -
Women Forced to Wear SkirtsIt appears there is unrest brewing in another part of the world. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has introduced a new dress code involving of all things '" women and skirts. The new ruling will take effect in June 2011. -
Stunt Marketing that Gets AttentionStunt Marketing is using your creativity to reach the masses. When Taco Bell said they were purchasing the Liberty Bell and renaming it the Taco Liberty Bell, millions of folks were hearing about Taco Bell. Imagine the possibilities. -
Who is Praying for Rain?The Governor of the State of Texas, Rick Perry, has issued a Proclamation for Prayer over Easter weekend for rain. Texas is in the midst of the worst drought since the 1930s. Will you join us in praying for rain? -
Who is Commenting on Children's Attire?LZ Granderson is telling it like it is for CNN's Opinion. He recently commented on children's trashy clothing and over 4,000 comments flooded CNN's blog. LZ isn't backing down from his opinions. -
Kids Just Wanna Have FunThe NY Department of Health is considering waging war on wiffleball and kickball, tag and horseshoes. What is a summer day camp to do without these games? -
Congress Removes Endangered SpeciesA Congressional first has occurred in Washington. The gray wolf has been removed from the endangered species list according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The wolves fall prey to politics. -
What Strikes You Funny?Do you have one favorite joke that you will never forget? What I believe to be funny may not make you laugh but this is my attempt to bring a smile to your face today. -
People Finder Sites and Your RightsYour personal information can never be safeguarded enough. You need to know who is placing your info under the magnifying glass for all the world to see. You can opt out of the picture. -
What was Your Bullet?If you think about it long enough I am sure you will remember at least one circumstance that should have ended differently but didn't. It is referred to as dodging a bullet. What bullets have missed your mark? -
In Search of CopperArmenia's 3.2 million Internet users fell victim to a 75 year-old woman who was just trying to etch out a living by hunting for scrap copper. News sources in the former Soviet Union have dubbed her "the spade-hacker."
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What is Not Keeping the Controllers Up at Night?There are no immediate answers for the air traffic controllers who are napping on the job. If you are flying anytime soon, avoid the midnight to 8 am shift, it appears that some controllers are dozing off during that midnight shift.
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Words that Lead to Uncovering MeaningsI came across a word I'd never heard before and probably will not ever again. When that happens I will not rest until I uncover the meaning of the word. The sentence read, "On my erinaceous days, I just want to curl up into a ball with my spines out." -
Chinese Authorities Send Man to Labor CampWei Qiang has been sent to a labor camp in China because he protested for pro-democracy. He will spend the next 2 years in prison. His only crime was to protest censorship. -
Music Lover is Out of This WorldOn Tuesday, April 12th, when the Space Station will be 250 miles above the Earth, Cady Coleman will perform a duet with Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson to honor the 50th anniversary of the first manned space flight.
