MAKE A NOTE!! -- July 2nd, 2003
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Contest Winners
Just a quick note to announce the winners of the Make a Note/Knowing Me-Knowing You contest. Congratulations to Make a Note readers...S.G., L.B., and W.F., the winners of the free book sets. The authors also generously offered a significant discount for those who entered the contest but didn't have winning entries. We know the "Knowing Me-Knowing You" books will help a lot of people. For more info go to their web site at...
http://www.knowingme-knowingyou.com
or to order through Amazon go to... "Knowing Me-Knowing You"
POST IT...on your shopping lists for engaged or even married couples.
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AntiBlister Socks
Ask just about any member of the military and they will tell you that keeping your feet in good shape & blister free is worth just about any amount of money. Often the summer months bring on more participation in sports activities. Whether you are in the military, starting a new sport, or getting back into a old one, anti-blister socks are definitely worth the extra money. These socks are specifically designed to reduce the odds of blisters forming. Some are made with 2 thin layers, others are designed with extra thick cushioning in the areas where blisters are formed. They sound like they would make your feet hot, but generally they keep them cool & are also designed to carry the moisture away from your feet. For running or sports activities, our local running store recommends Wright Sock Double Layer Running socks (about $7). For boots (hiking or military), they recommend the Thorlos XJ-13 Crews ($12). If you have to wear a uniform with dark socks and need some added blister protection, then they recommend the Wright Sock Ultra Thin Running Sock in Black ($4). Prices will vary from store to store, so call before you go to check the price. Most of the time you will have to go to a Sporting Goods store to find these socks. These also might be nice things to send to your military friends or family overseas.
POST IT...in your sock drawer, in the yellow pages under Sporting Goods, and where you keep your band aids.
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Cheaper Girls' Play Clothes
This is something moms knew even when I was a little one (let's just say a long, LONG time ago :-). If you are buying play clothes for girls, it is usually cheaper to buy in the boys' section. For some reason boys' clothes just tend to be cheaper. There won't be that much difference in jeans, casual pants, shorts, and casual shirts. For some lean girls, the pants may fit even better than the girls' section pants. Note to the ladies...sometimes this is even true in the mens' & ladies' departments for adults.
POST IT...in your dresser or in the yellow pages under "Department Stores".
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National DO NOT CALL List
Just in case you missed it, you can put your phone numbers on the National Do Not Call List by going to their web site or calling a toll free number. It probably won't eliminate 100% of the calls, but most reputable companies will be using the list and eliminating numbers from their calling lists when it goes into effect in October. I would not enter your number unless you ARE getting calls (if it ain't broke, don't fix it), and remember that this law does not affect people calling for polls, political groups, or charities. BUT if you do get calls from polls, political groups, or charities, you can ask that they put you on their own "Do Not Call" list and they will usually comply. To enter your number either call 1-888-382-1222 or go to... http://www.donotcall.gov/
POST IT...near your computer or phone, & forward to all your friends/family.
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Recipe: Dump Cake (from Caronell T.)
This is one of those yummy recipes from an ancient unknown newspaper column. Preheat oven to 325F degrees. Pour 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling into a greased 9x13 pan. Spread 1 can (20 oz) of crushed pineapple over the cherry pie filling. Sprinkle 1 box of yellow cake mix evenly over pineapple & filling. Melt 2 sticks of butter or margarine & drizzle over dry cake mix layer. Sprinkle 1 can (3 1/2 oz) or about 1/2C of coconut over cake mix and 1 cup chopped nuts. Bake for 1 hour. Serve with whipped cream. POST IT...in your recipe box & shopping list.
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Back Issue Treasure: July 1st, 1999
Go to this back issue to get the scoop on some great desserts for 4th of July celebrations. Part II of our popular Church & Kids article is also in this issue. Your cholesterol may be high, but your ratio may tell you how bad your cholesterol really is or isn't. Find out how in this issue. Trying to catch the last bit of that TV program as you are out in your car, you can with older dial car radios. A great site to find "What Can You Do on the World Wide Web" has plenty to keep you busy the rest of the summer. Some women's catalog recommendations for classic styles, and a link to an article to keep your KIDS busy all summer. When you go to this last web site, click on "Family Fun" and look for the article there.
To retrieve this back issue click HERE.
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Missing Child Info: Taylor Cochrun
Taylor Cochrun is a 7 yr old, 4', 46 lbs white male, with brown hair, blue eyes, a small scar on the tip of his nose, a cross-shaped discoloration on his forehead and missing a bottom from tooth. His eyelashes on his right eye are blond. He is deaf and did not have his hearing aids with him, when he was abducted on June 21st from Kent, WA. His non-custodial father abducted him. His name is Stephen Polnac and a felony warrant has been issued. The abductor is a 36 yr old 5'11", 190 lbs, white male with green eyes, brown hair, glasses, a panther tattoo on his left shoulder, a scar in the middle of his back, and may have a pierced ear. Both child & abductor have short hair at this time. They may still be in the area of Kent, WA or they may have traveled into Canada. For photos you can go to the poster at... http://www.ncmec.org/missingkids/servlet/PubCaseSearchServlet?act=viewPoster&caseNum=966006&orgPrefix=NCMC&searchLang=en_US
or go to http://www.ncmec.org click on "More Search Options" in the middle of the page, then enter in "Cochrun" at the bottom, then click on either the child's name or "View Poster" under their name.
POST IT...in your car.
Final Words
JOKE
"Do you know how to make God laugh? Tell him YOUR (emphasis added) plans."
--David Hare, Screenwriter (in "Heading Home" 1991)
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"People say, where did you find the faith to make it through this? You know, you don't wait until you're in trouble to find the faith. You find your faith NOW (emphasis added) so it helps you through your times of trouble." Gracia Burnham, missionary held by rebels for 370 days, her husband was killed when troops attacked the rebels & freed them. (NOTE: To read more about her story, check out her book:
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