"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else." - Margaret Mead
This made me laugh out loud today. Which I really needed to do.
-Holly
Monday, October 6, 2008
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Logo Ponderings
Is it just me, or does the Obama/Biden logo have the "flavor" of the Pepsi logo? Not enough to make Pepsi mad, but just enough for you to think a little of Pepsi.
I should talk. I own my own real estate company now and our sign design/layout has a "flavor" of RE/MAX. Not enough to make RE/MAX mad (you REALLY don't want to do that!) but enough to give your brain a subtle background association with success. :-)
And, the fact that I was with RE/MAX for about 14 years may have influenced the design somewhat. ;-)
Anyway -- the Obama/Biden logo feels very refreshing to me! LOL! :-)
-Holly
I should talk. I own my own real estate company now and our sign design/layout has a "flavor" of RE/MAX. Not enough to make RE/MAX mad (you REALLY don't want to do that!) but enough to give your brain a subtle background association with success. :-)
And, the fact that I was with RE/MAX for about 14 years may have influenced the design somewhat. ;-)
Anyway -- the Obama/Biden logo feels very refreshing to me! LOL! :-)
-Holly
Coming and Going and Toing and Froing
I never typed toing and froing before.
Chris may come home tomorrow from serving on wildfires in Oregon for nearly two weeks.
The girls are now off school for 2 weeks for Fall Break.
I always feel that two weeks is too long for Fall Break. Two days would be fine. But, I theorize that a two week Fall Break serves our divorce-based community/world well. Two weeks in Fall for one parent and two weeks in Spring for the other parent. Perfect.
And, for we parents who are still loving and cohabitating and just trying to keep our heads above water These Days (sigh), where vacations away from home are not in the Spending Plan, we stroke stroke STROKE to keep the kids happy till ... SCHOOL STARTS AGAIN! (yippeeee)
-Holly
Chris may come home tomorrow from serving on wildfires in Oregon for nearly two weeks.
The girls are now off school for 2 weeks for Fall Break.
I always feel that two weeks is too long for Fall Break. Two days would be fine. But, I theorize that a two week Fall Break serves our divorce-based community/world well. Two weeks in Fall for one parent and two weeks in Spring for the other parent. Perfect.
And, for we parents who are still loving and cohabitating and just trying to keep our heads above water These Days (sigh), where vacations away from home are not in the Spending Plan, we stroke stroke STROKE to keep the kids happy till ... SCHOOL STARTS AGAIN! (yippeeee)
-Holly
Friday, October 3, 2008
A cool thing
www.ted.com
It features video clips from speakers on nearly every topic you can think of. Go see.
-Holly
It features video clips from speakers on nearly every topic you can think of. Go see.
-Holly
Words
You know -- politicians are FULL of words. It is part of their jobs. But, I would really (REALLY) love to see politicians that we hear from frequently be able to use words correctly. Or, more fully. Or, at least in a manner that is not embarrassing. (Or, minimally, better than I do! LOL!!)
Examples?
NUCLEAR. (Not nucular, which is a sad metathesis of the correct word, which is nuclear.)
That is a basic word. Really, it is. It goes back to the MOST basic of science lessons. Lessons about what matter is made of: atoms. Let's all travel back to (what? Sixth Grade?) for just a moment. An atom is made of three parts: proton, electron and neutron. The protons and neutrons cluster together in the center of the atom, which is called the nucleus.
You cannot be any sort of "expert" on ENERGY without understanding the basic make-up of an atom. Since nuclear power (energy and weapons) require atomic manipulation, you need to be able to (somewhat) understand it and (definitely) pronounce it.
There is no "Nu-CU-lar" - it is "nu-CLE-ar."
Phew. Got that out.
TOLERANCE vs. ACCEPTANCE
How about Tolerance? Now, I would far rather see Tolerance taught above Hate. Let's get that straight. BUT, tolerance places you and your belief system in a superior position to what you are tolerating. How about replacing Tolerance with Acceptance? Accept the beliefs of others. Accept differing lifestyles. Live beside them and not above them. Accept instead of Tolerate. Tolerance still teaches separation and difference. A position of "One Up" and "One Down." Acceptance teaches Oneness. We really need Oneness.
YA vs. YOU
and FOLKS
(and other junk such as "bless their hearts")
People. Let's please just cut this out. You are not endearing yourself to me by referring to the American public as "ya." ("yuh") You are speaking down. Six pack hockey mom or not, let us speak in an intelligent manner. I am SO sick of hearing "folks" and "ya" from supposedly well-educated political leaders. You are not my drinking buddy. You are not my friend. You are in a position above that. A leadership position. Deserve the respect that should be yours. Speak as if you deserve a position of respect.
OK. I have picked on poor Gov. Palin enough. She is learning. May she continue to do so.
Oh. And, it is OK to lovingly embrace your children. It really is. Or, do hockey moms not do that? At least she didn't check them! LOL! Senator Biden showed more physical warmth to Gov. Palin's children than she did.
A politician stereotypically "kisses a lot of babies." You may as well start with your own. Really. Showing love to your children would endear you to me FAR more than ... well ... anything! :-)
GOVERNOR
OK. Please. We all know that Obama and Biden and McCain are Senators and Palin is a Governor. To beat her with her current title is tiresome. Just TIRESOME.
And, a smile can also be condescending. Why don't you just reach across and pat her on her pretty little head? Sigh. If I see Senator Biden smile less, and hear Governor Palin speak less, my world will be improved!
But, I can TOLERATE them. ;-)
At least they were both well programmed and did not embarrass themselves in any major way. This is good.
Words. I may be picking too much here. But, really -- a debate IS words. Period. If I am not paying close attention to the words of a debate, then I am not present. And, I really want to be present now. It is so important.
-Holly
Examples?
NUCLEAR. (Not nucular, which is a sad metathesis of the correct word, which is nuclear.)
That is a basic word. Really, it is. It goes back to the MOST basic of science lessons. Lessons about what matter is made of: atoms. Let's all travel back to (what? Sixth Grade?) for just a moment. An atom is made of three parts: proton, electron and neutron. The protons and neutrons cluster together in the center of the atom, which is called the nucleus.
You cannot be any sort of "expert" on ENERGY without understanding the basic make-up of an atom. Since nuclear power (energy and weapons) require atomic manipulation, you need to be able to (somewhat) understand it and (definitely) pronounce it.
There is no "Nu-CU-lar" - it is "nu-CLE-ar."
Phew. Got that out.
TOLERANCE vs. ACCEPTANCE
How about Tolerance? Now, I would far rather see Tolerance taught above Hate. Let's get that straight. BUT, tolerance places you and your belief system in a superior position to what you are tolerating. How about replacing Tolerance with Acceptance? Accept the beliefs of others. Accept differing lifestyles. Live beside them and not above them. Accept instead of Tolerate. Tolerance still teaches separation and difference. A position of "One Up" and "One Down." Acceptance teaches Oneness. We really need Oneness.
YA vs. YOU
and FOLKS
(and other junk such as "bless their hearts")
People. Let's please just cut this out. You are not endearing yourself to me by referring to the American public as "ya." ("yuh") You are speaking down. Six pack hockey mom or not, let us speak in an intelligent manner. I am SO sick of hearing "folks" and "ya" from supposedly well-educated political leaders. You are not my drinking buddy. You are not my friend. You are in a position above that. A leadership position. Deserve the respect that should be yours. Speak as if you deserve a position of respect.
OK. I have picked on poor Gov. Palin enough. She is learning. May she continue to do so.
Oh. And, it is OK to lovingly embrace your children. It really is. Or, do hockey moms not do that? At least she didn't check them! LOL! Senator Biden showed more physical warmth to Gov. Palin's children than she did.
A politician stereotypically "kisses a lot of babies." You may as well start with your own. Really. Showing love to your children would endear you to me FAR more than ... well ... anything! :-)
GOVERNOR
OK. Please. We all know that Obama and Biden and McCain are Senators and Palin is a Governor. To beat her with her current title is tiresome. Just TIRESOME.
And, a smile can also be condescending. Why don't you just reach across and pat her on her pretty little head? Sigh. If I see Senator Biden smile less, and hear Governor Palin speak less, my world will be improved!
But, I can TOLERATE them. ;-)
At least they were both well programmed and did not embarrass themselves in any major way. This is good.
Words. I may be picking too much here. But, really -- a debate IS words. Period. If I am not paying close attention to the words of a debate, then I am not present. And, I really want to be present now. It is so important.
-Holly
Thursday, October 2, 2008
A short political message
1 - Please remember to watch the Vice Presidential Debate tonight!
2 - Please remember to REGISTER to vote!
(In Colorado, you have till Monday, October 6)
3 - If you ARE registered, take a moment to CONFIRM that your registration is accurate (name, address. etc.). TIP: If you voted in the Primary and have not moved, you are all set to vote in the General on November 4!
4 - Consider requesting a MAIL-IN BALLOT. Do this NOW. Tomorrow would be great. The lines are forecast to be long. The issues in Colorado (and I imagine in other states as well) are complex. Even with a cheat sheet, it could be confusing.
For me, I love the ritual of voting in person. I have voted with a lever, with a poke out the paper card, with coloring circles, and with electronic touch screen. To me, being THERE in person is part of the process. I do not care how long the lines are. I am going to "stay on the bus" till I get there.
Consider becoming an Election Judge. I used to do this before we had kids and it was fun and interesting! Call your county and find out about it. You are needed!
Use your brain. Listen to your heart. Don't just "vote your party." NEVER simply "vote your parents' party." Really BELIEVE in your choice. LISTEN tonight. Really REALLY hear the two people who wish to be "second in line" for the important job of the President of the United States. Think. Open your ears and your mind to both people. Listen.
I think it is amazing that either one of these intelligent men (OBAMA or McCain) still wish to head up this place. Amazing. Balls of steel. (pardon me.)
Count me among the "ANYONE OTHER THAN MORE OF THE SAME!!" camp.
REGISTER!! VOTE!!
2 - Please remember to REGISTER to vote!
(In Colorado, you have till Monday, October 6)
3 - If you ARE registered, take a moment to CONFIRM that your registration is accurate (name, address. etc.). TIP: If you voted in the Primary and have not moved, you are all set to vote in the General on November 4!
4 - Consider requesting a MAIL-IN BALLOT. Do this NOW. Tomorrow would be great. The lines are forecast to be long. The issues in Colorado (and I imagine in other states as well) are complex. Even with a cheat sheet, it could be confusing.
For me, I love the ritual of voting in person. I have voted with a lever, with a poke out the paper card, with coloring circles, and with electronic touch screen. To me, being THERE in person is part of the process. I do not care how long the lines are. I am going to "stay on the bus" till I get there.
Consider becoming an Election Judge. I used to do this before we had kids and it was fun and interesting! Call your county and find out about it. You are needed!
Use your brain. Listen to your heart. Don't just "vote your party." NEVER simply "vote your parents' party." Really BELIEVE in your choice. LISTEN tonight. Really REALLY hear the two people who wish to be "second in line" for the important job of the President of the United States. Think. Open your ears and your mind to both people. Listen.
I think it is amazing that either one of these intelligent men (OBAMA or McCain) still wish to head up this place. Amazing. Balls of steel. (pardon me.)
Count me among the "ANYONE OTHER THAN MORE OF THE SAME!!" camp.
REGISTER!! VOTE!!
How to get Sharpie off wood
This "tip" comes to mind today because the crowns the kids made at Janie's BD party as a craft were decorated with varous things, including glitter markers. They got marker all over the coffee table. (No biggie!) And, when my girls put their crowns face down on the hardwood floor in our home's entryway, the marker was "shared" with the floor. :-)
So. Here is one of my favorite house-caring tips.
HOW TO REMOVE SHARPIE FROM WOOD (tables, floors, etc.)
You need two things:
1. Target store brand Flushable Toddler Wipes (the wipes are flushable, not the toddlers)
They come in a blue and green plastic wrapper and are priced around $1.27 per package. These are good for LOTS of things.
2. A can of aerosol hairspray.
I use TRESemme' brand Tres Two ultra fine mist. Works great!
Spray the markings on the wood with hairspray. The mark will appear brighter for a moment. Don't panic. Wipe the hairspray off with a Target toddler wipe. Use both sides, so you get all the hairspray off.
WHA-LA! No more Sharpie, or other marker.
One time when May was 2, she colored on her new lavendar colored summer pants with a ball-point pen. There were marks ALLLLLLL over the legs of the pants. I lay them out flat and sprayed them with hairspray and the marks disappeared. I washed the pants as usual and they were good as new.
Another time, when she was 3, she got a Sharpie and was coloring at the kitchen table (wood) with it. She decided the table needed embellishment. That table was harder to get clean (maybe teak is harder to clean?) but I did eventually get all the Sharpie off.
I hope this tip is of some use to someone. Perhaps someone whose wood has been embellished by the crowns made at Janie's birthday party? Um. Sorry.
-Holly
So. Here is one of my favorite house-caring tips.
HOW TO REMOVE SHARPIE FROM WOOD (tables, floors, etc.)
You need two things:
1. Target store brand Flushable Toddler Wipes (the wipes are flushable, not the toddlers)
They come in a blue and green plastic wrapper and are priced around $1.27 per package. These are good for LOTS of things.
2. A can of aerosol hairspray.
I use TRESemme' brand Tres Two ultra fine mist. Works great!
Spray the markings on the wood with hairspray. The mark will appear brighter for a moment. Don't panic. Wipe the hairspray off with a Target toddler wipe. Use both sides, so you get all the hairspray off.
WHA-LA! No more Sharpie, or other marker.
One time when May was 2, she colored on her new lavendar colored summer pants with a ball-point pen. There were marks ALLLLLLL over the legs of the pants. I lay them out flat and sprayed them with hairspray and the marks disappeared. I washed the pants as usual and they were good as new.
Another time, when she was 3, she got a Sharpie and was coloring at the kitchen table (wood) with it. She decided the table needed embellishment. That table was harder to get clean (maybe teak is harder to clean?) but I did eventually get all the Sharpie off.
I hope this tip is of some use to someone. Perhaps someone whose wood has been embellished by the crowns made at Janie's birthday party? Um. Sorry.
-Holly
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