Sunday, November 13, 2011

Timberland Pro Work!

A friend of mine heard me talking about the upcoming hiking trip I am going to make, and my need for durable comfortable shoes. He suggested that I might benefit from the timberland pro endurance. He told me he has been wearing them at work for several years and was very satisfied with them. I told him I would certainly do that. My trip will allow me the opportunity to climb some steep hills and walk some rainforest trails, so I will need support and preferably water proof  gear!

My research has shown me that there are a wide assortment of footwear in the timberland pro work line. They not only make traditional steel toed lace up work boots, but also some Oxford style low cut safety shoes that should not only provide what I need for my trip, but would look fine as casual wear when I get back to the routine of office work.

Price is not really an issue in making a decision about the choice of footwear for a trip like the one I am planning, but it is always welcome news to find that a quality product timberland pro work shoes.  Plus they would last me for a long time!

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Friday, November 4, 2011

Taking advantage of the Fashion’s Night Out fun

Guest post written by Amanda Branks

It seems like there is hardly anything that you don’t have to pay extra for in New York City, so when I hear about an event that is giving away free stuff I really love to take advantage of that. I mean, this is a city that doesn’t have free refills of Diet Coke at most places! I couldn’t believe that when I moved here from home and realized that. So when I heard about all of the free food that was going to be available at all of these Fashion’s Night Out events, I decided that I definitely had to take advantage of it!

When I was looking up some of those events, I ran across some info on Clear tv. I showed it to my boyfriend and after that we decided to change over our TV service to it.

I did find several different places that were also serving free drinks, which is even better than free food! That’s really how I convinced my boyfriend to come out to these events with me. Who doesn’t love an SNL member serving as your bartender!

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Saturday, September 10, 2011

Office Oracle

Thanks to Darwin Barton

I have been working in my office for the last three years. I love it. Everyday is something new, but familiar. I go in, get my job done, and leave right as the clock strikes five. Recently, we have hired a summer intern. I like her, but I cannot get any work done without interruption. It’s almost like I have a CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO button on my forehead! I feel like I can’t spend ten minutes alone in my cubicle without being asked some self-explanatory question by the new employee! I have been reduced to sneaking out five minutes before our lunch hour begins, just so that I don’t get stopped and have to eat lunch with the new girl and get the twenty question rundown! I keep telling myself that she means well, she is just trying to learn the ins and outs of her new job. Even though I tell myself she is doing the best she can, I still can’t help but feel some resentment, aggravation, and extreme annoyance! I just want things to be back to the normal job that I know and love.

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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Red Planet on Discovery

Author: Elias Massey

I like watching the discovery channel. As a matter of fact, I like the style of this channel that provides educational programs in a scientific way. Moreover, the programs are made as a combination of entertainment and science. One can learn interesting facts and the latest theories, get familiar with the commentaries of modern scientists and make own decisions as far as the topic under discussion is concerned. On coming home after a busy working day I like to switch on my tvbydirect.com and enjoy my favorite programs sitting on a cozy sofa sipping a drink.

I suppose that NASA documentary films about the Mars are one of the most interesting movies on the Discovery channel. During the last decades, scientists have considerably increased the amount of knowledge about the red planet. Due to the latest technical inventions and a gigantic leap in the optical technologies, it has become possible to scrutinize Mars and detect the traces of what could be rivers millions of years ago. It has given many scientists a particular reason to assume, that water can be found on this planet and, as a consequence, possibly some forms of lives, since water is considered to be the main element of life.

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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Colorado Vacation

Going to Colorado

Thanks to Olga Quinn

For most people the cold winter months are considered the most depressing and lazy times of the year.  The freezing temperatures, early sunsets, and cold dark skies make many people wish for the warmer summer months.  For me, I enjoy taking winter vacations and I try to enjoy the cold weather the best than I can.

During the cold winter months my favorite vacation destination is Colorado to go skiing.  Colorado is my favorite destination for skiing because it has the most ski towns and often the most challenging ski runs and mountains.  While I could spend days skiing, there are also many other things to do in Colorado.  Those who like to stay outside could go hiking or visit the hot springs.  Other people who! want to spend some time indoors could enjoy the many shops, restaurants, and bars that litter the villages surrounding the most popular ski locations in the state.  For those looking to relax, the Colorado mountain towns have plenty of spas where someone could relax and get a full body massage following a rough day.

Typically, when I leave to go to Colorado for a skiing trip I am gone from my home for at least 5 days.  Since I am gone for so long, I like to ensure my home is secure and I always set my home security alarm system.

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Wednesday, June 9, 2010

UK Holidays!

It is vacation season again, the summer months are prime time for taking time off from work to relax and refresh. There are many glamorous destinations from which to choose for a getaway, but one dream of many Americans is UK holidays.

The history and the romance of the the United kingdom fills the fancy of many travelers who would like to see a castle or the Scottish Highlands or the Lake District. UK holidays would, for many, allow a glimpse into their ancestral homelands. For others it would be a way to make lessons they have learned come to life.

Of course, UK holidays do not have to be limited to summer vacation times for a week or two at a time. Would it not be a wonderful way to celebrate a special anniversary–flying into Britain for a couple of days in the English countryside at a bed and breakfast? Or a way to top off a business trip that demanded your presence in the UK anyway?

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Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Hope For Haiti’s Children

Yesterday at the preachers’ luncheon we learned about the work of a faith based group called Hope for Haiti’s Children. This group feeds, educates, and for some orphans, houses children in the outskirts of Port Au Prince. They can fully fund that work for about $40 per month per child. They were already in Haiti before the earthquake and their students were among the top in standardized testing for the whole country. In the aftermath of the quake they have been distributing food and supplies to other organizations—no strings attached.

One of the things that really caught my attention is that the folks who set the ministry up established a separate fund for administrative costs. It is supported by folks who want to assure the work will continue. And that allows that every donation that is made for the children goes, 100 cents of every dollar, directly to the needs of those being helped! Rainy season began about two weeks ago, with most folks living in tent cities with little or no sanitation facilities. To take a look or to donate, go to http://hopeforhaitischildren.org/

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Monday, February 15, 2010

House Removals Company

One of the biggest times of stress and lunch laugh can be when facing a move from one place you have lived and worked to a new place, especially if the new place is somewhere with which you’re not familiar. You don’t know what to take and what not to take, you don’t know what to expect when you get there either in the way of facilities available and services that you can trust. The thought of moving can give one nightmares.

So it can be a big relief to find someone who can really make the move easier, or even trouble-free. So if you’re looking for that relief you need to find the House Removals Company. When you go to their website you will have only three easy steps to take to select exactly the right service to help you make your move, whether the move is across town or international. Simply by entering the details of your move, you will be matched with the very best movers available to carry out your needs. You will receive up to six quotes on the cost of the moving service. You will also be provided with guide to assist you in making sure all the details of your move are covered. What could be easier?

House Removals Company is not only able to do moves for individuals from their homes, but they have options for those who are looking for commercial removals. Whether an office or warehouse, they can assist.

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Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Get Motivated!

We had a great day today, a bunch of us from the congregation went to a seminar called Get Motivated. It was aimed at business people and entrepreneurs, but I thought anyone would have benefited from hearing the messages from the speakers. The line-up included Sarah Palin, Rick Belluzo (former COO of Microsoft), Rudy Giuliani, Colin Powell, Lou Holtz, and four others.

We heard a lot of things that could make a difference, if we will act rather than just having enjoyed the speakers. My favorite over all was Colin Powell, he stood out among those giants. His practical solutions to problems of life and common sense were very uplifting and inspirational.

The one thing I want to give some thought to was asked by Lou Holtz–”If you were to never make it home again, who would miss you and why?”

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Sunday, January 31, 2010

Screwtape on Stage

I am not sure I can put into words how impressed I was this afternoon at the stage presentation of Screwtape Letters. Max McLean portrays the demonic Screwtape in this adaptation of the book by C.S. Lewis. The only other character in the play was Karen Wight, who played Toadpipe, a scribe/servant/minion of Screwtape. She never said a word, only made some horrid noises and displayed some repulsive poses, but she was vital to the impact of the play.

McLean was the writer as well as the star of the show, and his work was excellent. He really projected the cunning of the Devil and the passion for his job. And the use of Toadpipe to exhibit his ideas was exceptional. Of course the material he was working from is classic, but the adaptation was first rate. There was very little need to modernize the basic ideas of the book; the truths are still very vivid, even nearly 70 years since they were first penned.

The show was only in Houston for the weekend, and all the seats were sold in a very short time. I am very glad I got to see the production. It will be in Austin next weekend, If you are in that area, go and see it!

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