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Even if you don’t suffer from triskaidekaphobia - the fear of Friday the 13th - our society still shuns the number 13 in a host of interesting ways:
• More than 80 percent of high-rise buildings lack a 13th floor.
• Most airports do not have a gate 13.
• Airplanes do not have an aisle 13.
• Hospitals and hotels regularly have no room number 13.
• Many cities do not have 13th streets or avenues.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

The highway patrolman noticed a car going just 22 miles an hour. He pulled the car over and noticed that there were five old ladies inside, eyes wide and white as ghosts.
The officer explained that driving too slow can be dangerous.
“But officer,” said the driver proudly. “I was doing the speed limit exactly, twenty-two miles an hour!”
The officer explained that “22” was the route number, not the speed limit and asked if they were all OK.
“Oh, they’ll be alright in a minute officer,” the driver said.
“We just got off Route 119.”

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

It’s important to have roots.
☺ In today’s complex world, it pays to branch out.
☺ Don’t pine away over old flames.
☺ If you really believe in something, don’t be afraid to go out
on a limb.
☺ Be flexible so you don’t break when a harsh wind blows.
☺ Sometimes you have to shed your old bark in order to
grow.
☺ Grow where you’re planted.
☺ It’s perfectly okay to be a late bloomer.
☺ Avoid people who would like to cut you down.
☺ You can’t hide your true colors as you approach the
autumn of your life.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

Some travelers don’t realize that any valuables in a lost suitcase will not be paid for by the airline. These include jewelry, cameras, business papers, laptop computers, and cash.
Put these items in your carry-on bag even though your bag will be heavier.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

If your order of bulbs arrives at an inconvenient time and you can’t plant them right away, gardening experts say you can store your bulbs in a dry, dark, cool place. The storage area should be between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The vegetable compartment in the refrigerator works well, but keep bulbs away from fruit because a gas emitted by ripening fruit can ruin bulbs.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

If you have leftover ham, here’s a quick and delicious
way to use it up:
- 2 slices of white bread
- 1 slice of ham
- 1 slice of Muenster cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- Butter
Beat eggs and milk together. Dip bread in mixture to
coat both sides. In a large skillet, melt butter and put in bread
in single layers. Cook on medium high heat until both sides
are lightly browned. On one slice of bread, add a slice of ham
and cheese; cover with the other slice of bread. Cook at low
heat until cheese has melted. These can be made ahead of
time, wrapped in foil, and then reheated (in the foil) in the
oven.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

Raggedy Ann, beloved by children for nearly a century, first appeared as a faceless rag doll that artist and cartoonist Johnny Gruelle found in the family attic in the early 1900s.
Gruelle painted a smiling face on the doll and gave it to his daughter, Marcella, who adopted Raggedy Ann as her constant playmate. In 1915, Gruelle submitted a drawing of Raggedy Ann to the U.S. Patent Office. When Marcella was a teenager, she died tragically from an infection. Her father dealt with his grief by writing down and collecting all the Raggedy Ann stories he had told his daughter when she was younger.
The first Raggedy Ann collection of stories, along with commercially produced Raggedy Ann dolls appeared in 1918. A year later, Gruelle patented Raggedy Andy, and for the next two decades, wrote and published a Raggedy Ann and Andy book nearly every year, as well as other children’s adventure stories and fairy tales.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

Did you know you can easily make your own play dough at home? Here’s how:
Mix 3 cups flour, 1-1/2 cups salt, and 6 teaspoons of cream of tarter in a saucepan. Add 3 cups of cool water and 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Stir over medium heat for three to five minutes.
When the mixture forms a ball in the center of the pot, remove from heat and let cool. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, divide into smaller balls, and knead a few drops of food coloring into each portion. Then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

Golf is great exercise, but it can also create lower-back problems for those who don’t take precautions. These tips from the American Chiropractic Association can help you perfect your swing without getting bent out of shape.
Use clubs appropriate for your height and weight.
Take lessons. Learn how to swing properly, so that at the end of the swing, you are standing up straight and your back is not twisted.
Try using esthetics in your shoes. These custom-made inserts support the arch, absorb shock, and increase
coordination.
Use soft shoes or soft spikes rather than metal spikes to reduce stress on your back and allow for greater motion.
Warm up before playing. Take a brisk walk and do some gentle stretches; then stretch again after the game.
Pull, don’t carry, your golf bag.
Drink lots of water and avoid smoking and alcohol while you play, since these can dehydrate you and cause fatigue.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

We recommend changing the blades in your windshield wipers every 6 to 12 months for optimum performance and driving visibility. Worn or damaged wiper blades do a poor job of removing precipitation, and they can’t properly clear the mud, salt, and oil that splash up from the roadway. If your wipers are chattering, streaking, or failing to consistently wipe the windshield clean, then it’s time to replace them. If you have questions about your wiper blades, or you need them replaced, please feel free to call or stop by and we will take a look at your wiper blades, replace them if necessary, or answer any questions you may have.

Posted on Sep 22, 2007 in Everything | No Comments »

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