Thursday, December 27, 2012
Monday, December 17, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
Interesting Christmas Trivia
Did you know that the State of Alabama was the first to recognize Christmas as an official Holiday? Enjoy these other fun facts....TLC Family "Christmas Trivia Quiz"
Friday, December 7, 2012
"Out of the BLUE and into the BLACK"
Enjoy these new views of the Earth at night...Spectacular !!!http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Features/IntotheBlack/
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Saturday, December 1, 2012
"The Law of Success - Give to Get..." by Napoleon Hill
Your most preciously valued possessions and your greatest powers are often necessarily invisible and intangible. No one can take them. You and you alone can share them.
The more you share, the more you will have.
Now if you doubt this, you can prove it to yourself by giving: a smile to everyone you meet; a kind word; a pleasant response; appreciation with warmth from the heart; cheer; encouragement; hope; honor, credit, and applause; good thoughts; evidence of love for your fellowmen; happiness; a prayer for the godless and the godly; and time for a worthy cause with eagerness.
If you do experiment by giving any one of the above, you will also prove to yourself what we have found is one of the most difficult principles to teach those who need it most: how to cause desirable actions within yourself. Until you do learn, you will fail to realize that what is left with you when you share it with others will multiply and grow; and what you withhold from others will diminish and decrease. There, share that which is good and desirable and withhold that which is bad and undesirable.
The more you share, the more you will have.
Now if you doubt this, you can prove it to yourself by giving: a smile to everyone you meet; a kind word; a pleasant response; appreciation with warmth from the heart; cheer; encouragement; hope; honor, credit, and applause; good thoughts; evidence of love for your fellowmen; happiness; a prayer for the godless and the godly; and time for a worthy cause with eagerness.
If you do experiment by giving any one of the above, you will also prove to yourself what we have found is one of the most difficult principles to teach those who need it most: how to cause desirable actions within yourself. Until you do learn, you will fail to realize that what is left with you when you share it with others will multiply and grow; and what you withhold from others will diminish and decrease. There, share that which is good and desirable and withhold that which is bad and undesirable.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Thought for the Day "Attitude"
Success comes to those who become success-conscious. Failure comes to those who indifferently allow themselves to become failure-conscious.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
I'm Thankful for You
Thanksgiving is the appointed time for focusing on the good in our lives.
In each of our days, we can find small blessings, but too often we overlook them,
choosing instead to spend our time paying attention to problems.
We give our energy to those who cause us trouble instead of those who bring peace.
Starting now, let's be on the lookout for the bits of pleasure in each hour, and appreciate the people who bring love and light to everyone who is blessed to know them.
You are one of those people.
On Thanksgiving,
I'm thankful for you.
Happy Thanksgiving!
By Joanna Fuchs
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
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Friday, November 9, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Sound character is our greatest asset because it provides the power with which we may ride the emergencies of life instead of going down under them.
Without Positive Mental Attitude, life might be described as long periods of uncertainty punctuated by occasional emergencies that shake you to the very core of your being. The emergencies may be financial, personal, or health related, but each must be dealt with separately and swiftly. The surest way to deal with any crisis is to focus on solutions, not on the probable cause of the problem or who should be blamed for it. Conduct a quick damage assessment, take the time to think through the alternatives and their consequences, and then act to implement the best solution. If you deal with life’s emergencies as they occur — on your own terms — you will be a stronger, better person for having looked them in the eye and conquered them.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
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Monday, October 29, 2012
Effort
When you begin to think and grow rich, you will observe that riches begin with a state of mind, with definiteness of purpose, with little or no hard work.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Those who create good fellowship among others will never be short of friends.
If you have a friend who goes out of his way to help cement friendships between others, consider yourself fortunate indeed. In today’s frantic, mobile, throwaway society, such individuals are exceedingly rare. With the demands placed upon us by our careers, our families, and the hectic pace of daily life, most of us have little time for ourselves, and even less for our friends. Yet we know that friendship freely given and gratefully received is one of life’s greatest gifts.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Who Am I?
I am your constant companion.
I am your greatest helper or your heaviest burden.
I will push you onward or drag you down to failure.
I am completely at your command.
Half the things you do, you might just as well turn over to me, and I will be able to do them quickly and correctly.
I am easily managed; you must merely be firm with me.
Show me exactly how you want something done, and after a few lessons I will do it automatically.
I am the servant of all great men.
And, alas, of all failures as well.
Those who are great, I have made great.
I am not a machine, though I work with all the precision of a machine.
Plus, the intelligence of man.
You may run me for profit, or run me for ruin; it makes no difference to me.
Take me, train me, be firm with me and I will put the world at your feet.
Be easy with me, and I will destroy you.
Who am I?
I am a *HABIT* !!!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Letter by a Florida Teacher
LETTER BY A
FLORIDA TEACHER
A TEACHER SPEAKS OUT
This is a Subject close to my heart. Do you know that we have
adult students at the school where I teach who are NOT
U.S. Citizens and who get the PELL Grant, which is a federal grant (no
payback required) plus other federal grants to go to school?
One student from the Dominican Republic
told me that she didn't want me to find a job for her
after she finished my program, because she was getting
housing from our housing department and
she was getting a PELL Grant which paid for her total
tuition and books, plus money left over.
She Was looking into WAIT which gives students a CREDIT
CARD for gas to come to school, and into CARIBE which
Is a special program (check it out - I did) for Immigrants and
it pays for child care and all sorts of needs while they go to
school or training. The one student I just mentioned
told me she was not going to be a U.S. Citizen because
she plans to return to the Dominican Republic someday
and that she 'loves HER country.'
I asked her If she felt guilty taking what the U.S. Is giving her
and then not even bothering to become a citizen and
she told me that it doesn't bother her, because that
is what the money is there for!
I asked the CARIBE administration about their program
and if you ARE a U.S. Citizen, you don't qualify for their
program. And all the while, I am working a full day,
my son-in-law works more than 60 hours a week, and
everyone in my family works and pays for our Education.
Something is wrong here. I am Sorry, but after hearing that
they want to sing the National Anthem in Spanish – enough
is enough. That's a real slap in the face. It was written by
Francis Scott Key and should be sung word for word the way
it was written. The news broadcasts even gave the translation
-- not even close.
I don't Care whether this offends someone or not but this is
MY COUNTRY. IF IT IS YOUR COUNTRY SPEAK UP – please
pass this along. I am not against immigration -- I just expect
immigrants to come through like everyone else. Get a sponsor;
have a place to lay your head; have a job; pay your taxes, live
by the rules AND LEARN THE LANGUAGE as all other
immigrants have in the past -- and GOD BLESS AMERICA !
PART OF THE PROBLEM - Think about this: If you
don't want to share this for fear of offending
someone - YOU'RE PART OF THE PROBLEM! It
is time for America to speak up!
Sunday, October 14, 2012
LAMBEAU FIELD
Those who attended the game said it was extremely emotional to see the entire bowl of the stadium turn red, white and blue. It took 90 workers two weeks to get all of the colored card boards mounted under each seat. Each piece of card board had eye slits in them so the fans could hold up the colored sheet and still see through the eye slits. Every seat had to have the proper card, with no mistakes, to make this happen.
This is what ESPN failed to show you Monday night,
Apparently, they thought their commercials were more important than showing
this scene for about 5 seconds.
Share this with as many people as you can so that they can see this incredible
display!
This is what ESPN failed to show you Monday night,
Apparently, they thought their commercials were more important than showing
this scene for about 5 seconds.
Share this with as many people as you can so that they can see this incredible
display!
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
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Monday, October 8, 2012
October Home Hints
October means it's about to get cold (if it hasn't already) and brings with it lots of homeowner tasks. Among other things, remember to:
- Check the roof for loose, cracked or missing shingles.
- Trim tree limbs away from the roof and windows.
- Check weather stripping and caulking around doors and windows and repair or replace as necessary.
- Store paints, caulks and liquid materials in warmer areas or remove from unheated areas and sheds.
- Detach and store hoses.
- Clean gutters after most of the leaves have fallen and make sure downspouts and gutter extensions are in good repair.
- Set thermostats and automatic sprinklers for winter.
- Reverse fan blades for winter settings.
- Ensure that gauges on home fire extinguishers indicate a full charge. Replace if necessary.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Our Thought For The Day
Success attracts success and failure attracts failure because of the law of harmonious attraction.
In physics, positives attract negatives and vice versa, but in human relationships the opposite is true. Negative people attract only other negative people, while positive thinkers attract like-minded individuals. You will find that when you begin to achieve success more successes will follow. This is the law of harmonious attraction. When riches begin to come your way, you’ll be amazed how quickly they accumulate. Train your mind to visualize yourself acquiring a specific amount of wealth or achieving a certain goal — whatever you most desire. Then use self-suggestion to persuade your subconscious mind that you can achieve your goal, and put your plan into action. When you use the tools that you have at your disposal to prepare yourself for success and visualize yourself as having already reached your objective, you can achieve any reasonable goal that you set for yourself.
In physics, positives attract negatives and vice versa, but in human relationships the opposite is true. Negative people attract only other negative people, while positive thinkers attract like-minded individuals. You will find that when you begin to achieve success more successes will follow. This is the law of harmonious attraction. When riches begin to come your way, you’ll be amazed how quickly they accumulate. Train your mind to visualize yourself acquiring a specific amount of wealth or achieving a certain goal — whatever you most desire. Then use self-suggestion to persuade your subconscious mind that you can achieve your goal, and put your plan into action. When you use the tools that you have at your disposal to prepare yourself for success and visualize yourself as having already reached your objective, you can achieve any reasonable goal that you set for yourself.
Monday, October 1, 2012
Thought for the day - Knowledge
Knowledge is only potential power. It becomes power only when, and if, it is organized into definite plans of action and directed to a definite end.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Good Luck Mr. Gorsky - story about Neil Armstrong.
FOLLOWING THE ANNOUNCMENT OF THE DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG A FEW WEEKS AGO, THIS LITTLE BIT OF TRIVIA IS QUITE INTERESTING.
ON JULY 20, 1969, AS COMMANDER OF THE APOLLO 11 LUNAR MODULE, NEIL ARMSTRONG WAS THE FIRST PERSON TO SET FOOT ON THE MOON.
HIS FIRST WORDS AFTER STEPPING ON THE MOON, "THAT'S ONE SMALL STEP FOR MAN, ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND," WERE TELEVISED TO EARTH AND HEARD BY MILLIONS.*
BUT JUST BEFORE HE RE-ENTERED THE LANDER, HE MADE THE ENIGMATIC REMARK - "GOOD LUCK, MR. GORSKY".
MANY PEOPLE AT NASA THOUGHT IT WAS A CASUAL REMARK CONCERNING SOME RIVAL SOVIET COSMONAUT. HOWEVER, UPON CHECKING, THERE WAS NO GORSKY IN EITHER THE RUSSIAN OR AMERICAN SPACE PROGRAMS.
OVER THE YEARS, MANY PEOPLE QUESTIONED ARMSTRONG AS TO WHAT THE - 'GOOD LUCK, MR. GORSKY' STATEMENT MEANT, BUT ARMSTRONG ALWAYS JUST SMILED.
ON JULY 5, 1995, IN TAMPA BAY , F LORI DA , WHILE ANSWERING QUESTIONS FOLLOWING A SPEECH, A REPORTER BROUGHT UP THE 26-YEAR-OLD QUESTION TO ARMSTRONG. THIS TIME HE FINALLY RESPONDED.
MR. GORSKY HAD DIED, SO NEIL ARMSTRONG FELT HE COULD NOW ANSWER THE QUESTION.
IN 1938, WHEN HE WAS A KID IN A SMALL MID-WESTERN TOWN, HE WAS PLAYING BASEBALL WITH A FRIEND IN THE BACKYARD. HIS FRIEND HIT THE BALL, WHICH LANDED IN HIS NEIGHBOR'S YARD BY THEIR BEDROOM WINDOW.
HIS NEIGHBORS WERE MR AND MRS GORSKY. AS HE LEANED DOWN TO PICK UP THE BALL, YOUNG ARMSTRONG HEARD MRS. GORSKY SHOUTING AT MR. GORSKY, "SEX! YOU WANT SEX?! YOU'LL GET SEX WHEN THE KID NEXT DOOR WALKS ON THE MOON!"
TRUE STORY. It broke the place up.
ON JULY 20, 1969, AS COMMANDER OF THE APOLLO 11 LUNAR MODULE, NEIL ARMSTRONG WAS THE FIRST PERSON TO SET FOOT ON THE MOON.
HIS FIRST WORDS AFTER STEPPING ON THE MOON, "THAT'S ONE SMALL STEP FOR MAN, ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND," WERE TELEVISED TO EARTH AND HEARD BY MILLIONS.*
BUT JUST BEFORE HE RE-ENTERED THE LANDER, HE MADE THE ENIGMATIC REMARK - "GOOD LUCK, MR. GORSKY".
MANY PEOPLE AT NASA THOUGHT IT WAS A CASUAL REMARK CONCERNING SOME RIVAL SOVIET COSMONAUT. HOWEVER, UPON CHECKING, THERE WAS NO GORSKY IN EITHER THE RUSSIAN OR AMERICAN SPACE PROGRAMS.
OVER THE YEARS, MANY PEOPLE QUESTIONED ARMSTRONG AS TO WHAT THE - 'GOOD LUCK, MR. GORSKY' STATEMENT MEANT, BUT ARMSTRONG ALWAYS JUST SMILED.
ON JULY 5, 1995, IN TAMPA BAY , F LORI DA , WHILE ANSWERING QUESTIONS FOLLOWING A SPEECH, A REPORTER BROUGHT UP THE 26-YEAR-OLD QUESTION TO ARMSTRONG. THIS TIME HE FINALLY RESPONDED.
MR. GORSKY HAD DIED, SO NEIL ARMSTRONG FELT HE COULD NOW ANSWER THE QUESTION.
IN 1938, WHEN HE WAS A KID IN A SMALL MID-WESTERN TOWN, HE WAS PLAYING BASEBALL WITH A FRIEND IN THE BACKYARD. HIS FRIEND HIT THE BALL, WHICH LANDED IN HIS NEIGHBOR'S YARD BY THEIR BEDROOM WINDOW.
HIS NEIGHBORS WERE MR AND MRS GORSKY. AS HE LEANED DOWN TO PICK UP THE BALL, YOUNG ARMSTRONG HEARD MRS. GORSKY SHOUTING AT MR. GORSKY, "SEX! YOU WANT SEX?! YOU'LL GET SEX WHEN THE KID NEXT DOOR WALKS ON THE MOON!"
TRUE STORY. It broke the place up.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Leave it to Maxine to come up with a solution for the mess that America is now in economically.
I bought a bird feeder. I hung it on my back porch and filled it with seed.
What a beauty of a bird feeder it was! I filled it lovingly with seed.
Within a week we had hundreds of birds taking advantage of the continuous flow of free and easily accessible food.
To my horror, the birds started building nests in the boards of the patio, above the table and next to the barbecue.
Then came the poop...it was everywhere: on the patio tile, the chairs, the table...
Everywhere!
Then some of the birds turned mean. They would dive bomb me and try to peck me even though I had fed them out of my own pocket.
Some of the brds were boisterous and loud. They sat on the feeder and squawked and screamed at all hours of the day and night and demanded that I fill it when it got low on food.
After a while, I couldn't even sit on my own back porch anymore.
I had to take down the bird feeder and in three days the birds were gone.
I cleaned up their mess and took down the many nests they had built all over the patio.
Soon, the back yard was like tt used to be .... Quiet, serene.....And no one demanding their rights to a free meal.
Now let's see. Our government gives out free food, subsidized housing, free medical care and free education. They allow anyone born here to be an automatic citizen.
Then the illegal's came by the tens of thousands. Suddenly our taxes went up to pay for free services; small apartments are housing 5 families; you have to wait 6 hours to be seen by an emergency room doctor; your child's second grade class is behind other schools because over half the class doesn't speak English.
Corn Flakes now come in a bilingual box; I have to 'press one ' to hear my bank talk to me in English and people waving flags other than 'Old Glory' are squawking and screaming in the streets, demanding more rights and free liberties.
Just my opinion, but maybe it's time for the government to take down the bird feeder!
What a beauty of a bird feeder it was! I filled it lovingly with seed.
Within a week we had hundreds of birds taking advantage of the continuous flow of free and easily accessible food.
To my horror, the birds started building nests in the boards of the patio, above the table and next to the barbecue.
Then came the poop...it was everywhere: on the patio tile, the chairs, the table...
Everywhere!
Then some of the birds turned mean. They would dive bomb me and try to peck me even though I had fed them out of my own pocket.
Some of the brds were boisterous and loud. They sat on the feeder and squawked and screamed at all hours of the day and night and demanded that I fill it when it got low on food.
After a while, I couldn't even sit on my own back porch anymore.
I had to take down the bird feeder and in three days the birds were gone.
I cleaned up their mess and took down the many nests they had built all over the patio.
Soon, the back yard was like tt used to be .... Quiet, serene.....And no one demanding their rights to a free meal.
Now let's see. Our government gives out free food, subsidized housing, free medical care and free education. They allow anyone born here to be an automatic citizen.
Then the illegal's came by the tens of thousands. Suddenly our taxes went up to pay for free services; small apartments are housing 5 families; you have to wait 6 hours to be seen by an emergency room doctor; your child's second grade class is behind other schools because over half the class doesn't speak English.
Corn Flakes now come in a bilingual box; I have to 'press one ' to hear my bank talk to me in English and people waving flags other than 'Old Glory' are squawking and screaming in the streets, demanding more rights and free liberties.
Just my opinion, but maybe it's time for the government to take down the bird feeder!
Monday, September 17, 2012
The richest persons are those who give most in service to others.
Financial wealth is only one measure of success. The truly happy and successful individual is the man or woman who is healthy, financially secure, challenged in his or her career, and is making a difference in the lives of others. It isn’t always easy to render service to others. The world is a cynical and dangerous place where others are likely to mistrust your motives. They can be convinced only by consistent, sustained, outstanding service that is enthusiastically and cheerfully offered. In time, even the most cynical individual will come to accept your willingness to go the extra mile if you are sincere in your offers of assistance and in the service you provide.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Electro Tour of Bellevue Custom Home
http://www.electrotours.com/2321
Check out this beautiful Custom Home in the Bellevue Neighobrhood at Ross Bridge, staged and ready for your viewing pleasure.
Check out this beautiful Custom Home in the Bellevue Neighobrhood at Ross Bridge, staged and ready for your viewing pleasure.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Your progress in life begins in your own mind and ends in the same place.
Every great accomplishment began with the germ of an idea in the mind of a great person, then was shaped for practical usefulness and finally transformed into reality. Make your mind a fertile ground for ideas through constant study and learning, and condition through constant practice to discipline yourself to follow through on your good ideas. The most brilliant concept in the world is only a dream unless you take action. Even a mediocre idea that is put into practice is far more valuable than a flash of genius that languishes in a fallow, undisciplined mind.
Monday, September 10, 2012
September Home Tasks
Clean and vacuum dust from vents, baseboard heaters and cold-air returns.
Check the heating system (include filters, pilot lights and burners) and have it serviced by a qualified professional.
Inspect storm windows for deterioration and repair as necessary.
While it's still warm enough to leave the windows open, it's a good time to paint indoor rooms and shampoo or replace carpets.
If you have window air-conditioning units, remove and store them. If they are not removable, cover them to protect them over the winter.
Check to make sure that soil around the foundation slopes four to six inches for a distance of three feet out from the foundation.
There are often year-end close-out sales on lawn and garden equipment in the fall. Look for a few bargains.
Check the heating system (include filters, pilot lights and burners) and have it serviced by a qualified professional.
Inspect storm windows for deterioration and repair as necessary.
While it's still warm enough to leave the windows open, it's a good time to paint indoor rooms and shampoo or replace carpets.
If you have window air-conditioning units, remove and store them. If they are not removable, cover them to protect them over the winter.
Check to make sure that soil around the foundation slopes four to six inches for a distance of three feet out from the foundation.
There are often year-end close-out sales on lawn and garden equipment in the fall. Look for a few bargains.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Our Thought For The Day
"Everyone is what they are because of the dominating thoughts which they permit to occupy their mind."
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Tips for a Stress-Free School Year
Field trips, packed lunches and permission slips—school means much more than just homework. With these extra activities come all sorts of organizational challenges.
Stock up on supplies. Anticipate last-minute school project needs by stockpiling supplies. Buy in bulk or wait for back-to-school sales. Get markers, index cards, poster board and other items that will come in handy throughout the school year.
Choose outfits ahead of time. Deciding what the kids will wear shouldn't be left to the morning rush. On Sunday night, pick out clothes for each day of the week and set them aside.
Simplify lunch packing. Use clear containers in the fridge and pantry for lunchbox supplies. When it's time to pack lunches (see below), you won't have to search for them.
Consolidate meal making. Prepare lunches for the following day while you're making dinner. You'll be able to cross off one more item from the morning checklist and have one cleanup instead of two.
Touch papers once. Take a time management tip from the business world - if a task will take you a few minutes or less, tackle it immediately. So when your child brings home a permission slip, read it, sign it, add the event to your calendar (see below) and put it in his or her backpack.
Use a whiteboard. A functional calendar that everyone can update is essential to manage multiple schedules. Buy a large whiteboard calendar, hang it in a conspicuous spot (e.g., the kitchen) and use it to track practices, games, recitals and appointments.
File school papers. Use a cabinet drawer or file box to store and organize your children's school materials. Each subject should have its own tab and folder; kids can unload weekly papers to save for later.
Color-code your bags. Use colored tote bags, one for each activity, to store equipment and supplies. Stow them in the same place every day, ideally near the door. That way, you can easily grab the right bag on your way out without having to empty and refill a single bag.
Stock up on supplies. Anticipate last-minute school project needs by stockpiling supplies. Buy in bulk or wait for back-to-school sales. Get markers, index cards, poster board and other items that will come in handy throughout the school year.
Choose outfits ahead of time. Deciding what the kids will wear shouldn't be left to the morning rush. On Sunday night, pick out clothes for each day of the week and set them aside.
Simplify lunch packing. Use clear containers in the fridge and pantry for lunchbox supplies. When it's time to pack lunches (see below), you won't have to search for them.
Consolidate meal making. Prepare lunches for the following day while you're making dinner. You'll be able to cross off one more item from the morning checklist and have one cleanup instead of two.
Touch papers once. Take a time management tip from the business world - if a task will take you a few minutes or less, tackle it immediately. So when your child brings home a permission slip, read it, sign it, add the event to your calendar (see below) and put it in his or her backpack.
Use a whiteboard. A functional calendar that everyone can update is essential to manage multiple schedules. Buy a large whiteboard calendar, hang it in a conspicuous spot (e.g., the kitchen) and use it to track practices, games, recitals and appointments.
File school papers. Use a cabinet drawer or file box to store and organize your children's school materials. Each subject should have its own tab and folder; kids can unload weekly papers to save for later.
Color-code your bags. Use colored tote bags, one for each activity, to store equipment and supplies. Stow them in the same place every day, ideally near the door. That way, you can easily grab the right bag on your way out without having to empty and refill a single bag.
Thursday, August 23, 2012
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Friday, August 3, 2012
"Once in a Blue Moon"
Do you know where the expression came from???? Check this out...2 full moons in 1 month...not again until 2015 !!!http://www.infoplease.com/spot/bluemoon1.html/
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Keep Your Home Safe While You Vacation
Summer vacation — for most people, this phrase conjures images of sandy beaches, amusement parks, lakeside cabins, or family road trips.
For burglars, summer vacations are the perfect opportunity to take advantage of unoccupied homes and garages. In fact, property crimes spike during summer months, peaking in July and August.
Here are a few tips for protecting your home while you’re gone this summer:
Stay secure.
Before you leave, double check that all doors and windows are locked. Don’t forget the upstairs windows: AC units, ladders, nearby trees, and even garbage cans can give thieves access to those windows. Trim or remove shrubs that offer easy hiding places. Don’t leave spare keys outside; thieves know where to look, too.
Privacy matters.
Don’t post vacation plans on social media sites. You can’t completely control who sees your updates, regardless of your privacy settings. Have a trusted friend periodically check your home, but resist the temptation to announce your departure on the Internet.
Leave the light on.
Make it appear you haven’t left home at all. Stop your mail, or have a friend or neighbor collect it. Have someone mow your lawn if you’ll be away for a longer period of time. Set timers for inside lights or even a television. Don’t leave a porch light on continuously, though, as that could signal that you’re not home. Instead, install motion-sensing floodlights, even on the sides of your home. Many homeowners light up the front and back of their houses, but leave the sides dark, making it more inviting to burglars.
Don’t forget tiny invaders.
Bugs can also take advantage of empty homes. Before you leave, make sure all trashcans are emptied and cleaned. Don’t leave dirty dishes in the sink, and wipe any stray crumbs from kitchen countertops. Many bugs come inside in search of water, so fix any leaks before you leave.
For burglars, summer vacations are the perfect opportunity to take advantage of unoccupied homes and garages. In fact, property crimes spike during summer months, peaking in July and August.
Here are a few tips for protecting your home while you’re gone this summer:
Stay secure.
Before you leave, double check that all doors and windows are locked. Don’t forget the upstairs windows: AC units, ladders, nearby trees, and even garbage cans can give thieves access to those windows. Trim or remove shrubs that offer easy hiding places. Don’t leave spare keys outside; thieves know where to look, too.
Privacy matters.
Don’t post vacation plans on social media sites. You can’t completely control who sees your updates, regardless of your privacy settings. Have a trusted friend periodically check your home, but resist the temptation to announce your departure on the Internet.
Leave the light on.
Make it appear you haven’t left home at all. Stop your mail, or have a friend or neighbor collect it. Have someone mow your lawn if you’ll be away for a longer period of time. Set timers for inside lights or even a television. Don’t leave a porch light on continuously, though, as that could signal that you’re not home. Instead, install motion-sensing floodlights, even on the sides of your home. Many homeowners light up the front and back of their houses, but leave the sides dark, making it more inviting to burglars.
Don’t forget tiny invaders.
Bugs can also take advantage of empty homes. Before you leave, make sure all trashcans are emptied and cleaned. Don’t leave dirty dishes in the sink, and wipe any stray crumbs from kitchen countertops. Many bugs come inside in search of water, so fix any leaks before you leave.
Monday, July 23, 2012
Protecting and Caring for Your New Laptop or Tablet
August is the best time of year to purchase a new laptop or tablet due to back-to-school sales in stores as well as on computer manufacturers’ websites. As a business professional, you’ll want to take care of your new technology investments by keeping them clean and stored safely as you travel. The Tech Helpline has researched the best options to extend the life of your new device as well as how to keep it clean without damaging the bezel or screen.
Storage and travel: The first thing worth purchasing is a bag or case for your laptop or tablet. It's important to look into the options on the website from which you are purchasing your device, or from the store you are in, so you can be sure the case or bag and the device fit each other. You may want a bag as well as a case to store extra batteries and a mouse or power cable. It's also not a bad idea to purchase an extra battery for extended use on the road, but be absolutely sure the battery you purchase is directly from the manufacturer to avoid future issues that may occur with a cheaper, generic model.
Cleaning tips: The best item you can buy to store in your carry bag is a good quality micro fiber cloth. This will help you wipe finger smudges as well as light dirt from a screen or the bezel of your unit without scratching or needing liquids. For the bezel you may also consider using rubbing alcohol and a paper towel for tougher soiling. Follow this with the microfiber to remove the residue from the paper towel to have the bezel looking brand new. Be sure the device is completely off and unplugged before using any liquids to clean its screen or bezel.
Safety and extended life: With laptops you want to avoid soft surfaces like a bed or pillow, as it may block the vents causing it to overheat and lowering the life of the unit over time. Avoid drinks or liquids near your laptop or tablet; spilling these on your device could damage it to the point of being unable to use it, or void its warranty. You also want to avoid shocks or rapid motions when holding a laptop as the spinning hard drive inside could become damaged. Be sure the laptop is completely off before putting it in your case or bag; the movement can damage the spinning hard drive, which may lower its life expectancy, or cause the hard drive to fail or lose data. Additionally, if it’s not completely off, it will continue to generate heat if it's just in sleep mode. Finally, it’s best to avoid leaving a tablet or laptop in a hot car, especially during these summer months.
Contributions to this article were made by Allen Williams, Tech Helpline Technical Analyst.
Storage and travel: The first thing worth purchasing is a bag or case for your laptop or tablet. It's important to look into the options on the website from which you are purchasing your device, or from the store you are in, so you can be sure the case or bag and the device fit each other. You may want a bag as well as a case to store extra batteries and a mouse or power cable. It's also not a bad idea to purchase an extra battery for extended use on the road, but be absolutely sure the battery you purchase is directly from the manufacturer to avoid future issues that may occur with a cheaper, generic model.
Cleaning tips: The best item you can buy to store in your carry bag is a good quality micro fiber cloth. This will help you wipe finger smudges as well as light dirt from a screen or the bezel of your unit without scratching or needing liquids. For the bezel you may also consider using rubbing alcohol and a paper towel for tougher soiling. Follow this with the microfiber to remove the residue from the paper towel to have the bezel looking brand new. Be sure the device is completely off and unplugged before using any liquids to clean its screen or bezel.
Safety and extended life: With laptops you want to avoid soft surfaces like a bed or pillow, as it may block the vents causing it to overheat and lowering the life of the unit over time. Avoid drinks or liquids near your laptop or tablet; spilling these on your device could damage it to the point of being unable to use it, or void its warranty. You also want to avoid shocks or rapid motions when holding a laptop as the spinning hard drive inside could become damaged. Be sure the laptop is completely off before putting it in your case or bag; the movement can damage the spinning hard drive, which may lower its life expectancy, or cause the hard drive to fail or lose data. Additionally, if it’s not completely off, it will continue to generate heat if it's just in sleep mode. Finally, it’s best to avoid leaving a tablet or laptop in a hot car, especially during these summer months.
Contributions to this article were made by Allen Williams, Tech Helpline Technical Analyst.
Thursday, July 19, 2012
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Rules of Thumb for Water Use on Lawns
How much water does a lawn need? In general, turf grasses need about 3/4 to 1 inch of water per week to maintain green color and active growth. However, during certain times in the summer when high temperatures are the norm, you should allow lawns to naturally slow down in growth. You can let the lawn go almost completely dormant in hot weather. In hot weather you may need an inch of water only about every three days.
In general, water as infrequently as possible. When you do water, water thoroughly so that moisture soaks down to the roots. One deep watering is much better than watering several times lightly. Watering to a depth of 4 to 6 inches encourages deeper, healthier root development. It also allows longer periods between watering. Early morning or night is the best time for watering, as less evaporation will occur at these cooler times.
How much water does a lawn need? In general, turf grasses need about 3/4 to 1 inch of water per week to maintain green color and active growth. However, during certain times in the summer when high temperatures are the norm, you should allow lawns to naturally slow down in growth. You can let the lawn go almost completely dormant in hot weather. In hot weather you may need an inch of water only about every three days.
In general, water as infrequently as possible. When you do water, water thoroughly so that moisture soaks down to the roots. One deep watering is much better than watering several times lightly. Watering to a depth of 4 to 6 inches encourages deeper, healthier root development. It also allows longer periods between watering. Early morning or night is the best time for watering, as less evaporation will occur at these cooler times.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Saturday, June 30, 2012
The Greater Birmingham Association of Homebuilders Report
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Providing the voice of the housing industry, advocating for quality-built homes and promoting the highest level of professionalism.
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Don't Believe the Latest Internet Rumor
The Facts on that Rumored 3.8% Sales Tax on Homes
Among the most common tax and housing policy questions we field here at NAHB is whether a 3.8% sales tax will hit home sales in 2013.
The answer is no.
Unfortunately, we’ve been tracking a set of emails that falsely claim that the 2010 health care reform legislation (which contained a burdensome 1099 reporting requirement, now repealed) imposed a 3.8% sales tax or transfer fee on all home sales in 2013. There is an element of fact underlying this rumor, but for the most part this claim is false.
The new tax added by the health care reform law is an add-on to existing taxes on capital gains and other ”unearned income” (dividends, rents, and interest). The new 3.8% tax is often referred to as a Medicare tax because its revenues will be dedicated to the Medicare Trust Fund.
For capital gains, presently taxed at a 15% rate, the gains rate would rise an additional 3.8 percentage points for high-income taxpayers, those with adjusted gross incomes (AGI) above $250,000 ($200,000 if filing a “single” return). Capital gains arise with the sale of capital assets, such as stocks, bonds, and real estate.
But importantly for home sales, the existing $500,000 / $250,000 gain exclusion for a seller of a principal residence continues to apply, so most principal residences sales will not be affected. Some second home sellers with high incomes may have to pay some additional capital gains tax to the extent that their AGI exceeds $250,000, but only on that portion of the gain that causes the taxpayer’s AGI to exceed $250,000 and only for the realized capital gain - not the actual sales price.
Consider the following, typical example. Suppose a married couple sells their principal residence for $500,000, after having purchased the home for $200,000. Suppose the capital gain on the sale is $300,000. The couple is allowed (under Section 121 of the Internal Revenue Code) to exclude from all tax (including the standard capital gains tax and the new 3.8% tax) up to $500,000 of gain, so there is no tax on the realized $300,000 gain from the home sale.
To be clear, the 3.8% tax is not in any way a sales tax paid against the sales price of the home for either the home seller or home buyer. Nor is it an additional business income tax for home builders selling a new home out of inventory.
The housing market has enough policy uncertainties today. We hope this false rumor concerning a 3.8% sales tax on home sales is not among them.
Providing the voice of the housing industry, advocating for quality-built homes and promoting the highest level of professionalism.
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Don't Believe the Latest Internet Rumor
The Facts on that Rumored 3.8% Sales Tax on Homes
Among the most common tax and housing policy questions we field here at NAHB is whether a 3.8% sales tax will hit home sales in 2013.
The answer is no.
Unfortunately, we’ve been tracking a set of emails that falsely claim that the 2010 health care reform legislation (which contained a burdensome 1099 reporting requirement, now repealed) imposed a 3.8% sales tax or transfer fee on all home sales in 2013. There is an element of fact underlying this rumor, but for the most part this claim is false.
The new tax added by the health care reform law is an add-on to existing taxes on capital gains and other ”unearned income” (dividends, rents, and interest). The new 3.8% tax is often referred to as a Medicare tax because its revenues will be dedicated to the Medicare Trust Fund.
For capital gains, presently taxed at a 15% rate, the gains rate would rise an additional 3.8 percentage points for high-income taxpayers, those with adjusted gross incomes (AGI) above $250,000 ($200,000 if filing a “single” return). Capital gains arise with the sale of capital assets, such as stocks, bonds, and real estate.
But importantly for home sales, the existing $500,000 / $250,000 gain exclusion for a seller of a principal residence continues to apply, so most principal residences sales will not be affected. Some second home sellers with high incomes may have to pay some additional capital gains tax to the extent that their AGI exceeds $250,000, but only on that portion of the gain that causes the taxpayer’s AGI to exceed $250,000 and only for the realized capital gain - not the actual sales price.
Consider the following, typical example. Suppose a married couple sells their principal residence for $500,000, after having purchased the home for $200,000. Suppose the capital gain on the sale is $300,000. The couple is allowed (under Section 121 of the Internal Revenue Code) to exclude from all tax (including the standard capital gains tax and the new 3.8% tax) up to $500,000 of gain, so there is no tax on the realized $300,000 gain from the home sale.
To be clear, the 3.8% tax is not in any way a sales tax paid against the sales price of the home for either the home seller or home buyer. Nor is it an additional business income tax for home builders selling a new home out of inventory.
The housing market has enough policy uncertainties today. We hope this false rumor concerning a 3.8% sales tax on home sales is not among them.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
The 3 P's for Yard Sale Success
With the right tricks, you can turn your yard sale from a last-minute idea into an all-out success! Before the date arrives, try these three tips to plan for a profitable sale.
Preparation Planning ahead for your yard sale is one of the best ways to boost your profits. If you don’t have proper change or ways to protect fragile items, customers might decide against their purchase at the last minute. Here are some items you’ll want to collect in advance: Grocery bags for sold items Pricing stickers Signs and markers Folding tables for display Change for $20 bills Newspapers for wrapping fragile pieces Once you’ve got your supplies, it’s time to organize and categorize your items for easy display—and be sure to clean out any pieces that are dirty or dusty. If it looks grimy, customers won’t want to touch it, let alone purchase it.
Pricing To save yourself from headaches and hand cramps, use a color-coding system for your pricing. By displaying a “color key” to tell shoppers what each shade represents, you won’t have to write out prices on every item for sale. When it’s time to decide on prices, be realistic but don’t sell yourself short. If you think something may be valuable, do research online before sticking a price tag on it. Hint: If all items must go, consider reducing prices after a certain time of day—this might encourage unsure buyers to return and make the purchase.
Posting It’s easy to see why signage is so important: If people don’t know you’re having a sale, they probably won’t show up! So don’t forget to place ads in your local paper and be sure to post signs at popular intersections where passers-by are likely to see them. Make sure you include the date, time and your address, plus any deals or specials you might have. Hosting a sale doesn’t have to be complicated, and with the right preparation it can be fun! So before your sale day arrives, use these three tips to make your yard sale a success.
Preparation Planning ahead for your yard sale is one of the best ways to boost your profits. If you don’t have proper change or ways to protect fragile items, customers might decide against their purchase at the last minute. Here are some items you’ll want to collect in advance: Grocery bags for sold items Pricing stickers Signs and markers Folding tables for display Change for $20 bills Newspapers for wrapping fragile pieces Once you’ve got your supplies, it’s time to organize and categorize your items for easy display—and be sure to clean out any pieces that are dirty or dusty. If it looks grimy, customers won’t want to touch it, let alone purchase it.
Pricing To save yourself from headaches and hand cramps, use a color-coding system for your pricing. By displaying a “color key” to tell shoppers what each shade represents, you won’t have to write out prices on every item for sale. When it’s time to decide on prices, be realistic but don’t sell yourself short. If you think something may be valuable, do research online before sticking a price tag on it. Hint: If all items must go, consider reducing prices after a certain time of day—this might encourage unsure buyers to return and make the purchase.
Posting It’s easy to see why signage is so important: If people don’t know you’re having a sale, they probably won’t show up! So don’t forget to place ads in your local paper and be sure to post signs at popular intersections where passers-by are likely to see them. Make sure you include the date, time and your address, plus any deals or specials you might have. Hosting a sale doesn’t have to be complicated, and with the right preparation it can be fun! So before your sale day arrives, use these three tips to make your yard sale a success.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
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Awesome Photos 2012 Solar Eclipse !!
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Quote of the Day
Quote of the Day..."It isn't the mountain ahead that wears you out; it's the grain of sand in your shoe"...Robert W. Service
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Monday, February 27, 2012
The Origin of Leap Year
The first calendar system that included the concept of a leap year, which was needed to bring the calendar system more in line with the rotation of the earth, was introduced by King Ptolemy III of Egypt in 238 B.C.
The introduction of the Julian calendar by Julius Caesar in 46 B.C. also used leap years to maintain the accuracy of the calendar.
The introduction of the Julian calendar by Julius Caesar in 46 B.C. also used leap years to maintain the accuracy of the calendar.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Driveway Stain Remover
Driveway Stain Remover
Here's a hint from a November 2004 Popular Mechanics issue: "If you do your own work on your car or other equipment like lawnmowers or chain saws, you're bound to have oil stains on your garage floor or driveway. Here's something that works and is basically free: ground-up drywall. Pulverize a small piece with a hammer, then grind it up in your hands and sprinkle it over the stains. Let it stay in place overnight before rinsing it off. If the first application doesn't remove the whole stain, try it again. Some very old stains can take three or more applications."
Here's a hint from a November 2004 Popular Mechanics issue: "If you do your own work on your car or other equipment like lawnmowers or chain saws, you're bound to have oil stains on your garage floor or driveway. Here's something that works and is basically free: ground-up drywall. Pulverize a small piece with a hammer, then grind it up in your hands and sprinkle it over the stains. Let it stay in place overnight before rinsing it off. If the first application doesn't remove the whole stain, try it again. Some very old stains can take three or more applications."
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Thought For The Day
"Opportunity - That is one of the tricks of opportunity. It has a sly habit of slipping in by the back door, and often it comes disguised in the form of misfortune, or temporary defeat. Perhaps this is why so many fail to recognize opportunity."
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
The Law of Success - Personal Initiative by Napoleon Hill
Personal initiative means doing the thing that needs to be done without being told to do it. This is the self-starter principle. It starts the ball rolling. It gets action. It causes things to happen. Don't wait for things to happen; build a fire of personal initiative under them and make them happen.
There are people who have come all the way through life rendering extra service and yet have wound up in the poorhouse. They were absolutely honest, which gave everybody a chance to exploit them and they became draft horses for lazy persons who took advantage of their good nature and imposed upon them. There can be no compromise with honesty. A person must use wisdom and be careful about telling the whole truth to everyone. There are other persons around everywhere who can and will take advantage of the fellow who is naive enough to think that he can reveal all he knows about everything, because in doing so he leaves himself vulnerable to attack in vital spots.
And what about this habit of allowing people to impose on you, thus assuming the role of a draft horse? You must see to it that the law of compensation and the law of increasing returns work for you. It's one thing to cast your bread upon the water and wait for it to come back. But sometimes it comes back all moldy and soggy and unappetizing. The key to this strategic principle of going the extra mile is that you do it with purpose aforethought, or definiteness of purpose, counting on a fair return, sometime, somewhere. This is casting your bread upon the water and then keeping an eye on where it goes. Sometimes it is necessary to check on it and see that it starts on the way back, with maybe a little butter or jam on it.
There are people who have come all the way through life rendering extra service and yet have wound up in the poorhouse. They were absolutely honest, which gave everybody a chance to exploit them and they became draft horses for lazy persons who took advantage of their good nature and imposed upon them. There can be no compromise with honesty. A person must use wisdom and be careful about telling the whole truth to everyone. There are other persons around everywhere who can and will take advantage of the fellow who is naive enough to think that he can reveal all he knows about everything, because in doing so he leaves himself vulnerable to attack in vital spots.
And what about this habit of allowing people to impose on you, thus assuming the role of a draft horse? You must see to it that the law of compensation and the law of increasing returns work for you. It's one thing to cast your bread upon the water and wait for it to come back. But sometimes it comes back all moldy and soggy and unappetizing. The key to this strategic principle of going the extra mile is that you do it with purpose aforethought, or definiteness of purpose, counting on a fair return, sometime, somewhere. This is casting your bread upon the water and then keeping an eye on where it goes. Sometimes it is necessary to check on it and see that it starts on the way back, with maybe a little butter or jam on it.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Are you ready for six more weeks of winter???
Punxsutawney says "Yes"...."immortal rodent says six more weeks of winter, according to handler...
Thursday, January 26, 2012
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A NEW TECHNIQUE USED BY GANGS
"IF YOU ARE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND EGGS ARE THROWN AT YOUR WINDSHIELD, DO NOT STOP TO CHECK YOUR CAR, DO NOT OPERATE THE WIPERS AND DO NOT SPRAY ANY WATER BECAUSE EGGS MIXED WITH WATER BECOME MILKY, AND BLOCK YOUR VISION UP TO 92.5%, AND YOU ARE THEN FORCED TO STOP BESIDE THE ROAD AND BECOME A VICTIM OF THESE CRIMINALS.
THIS IS A NEW TECHNIQUE USED BY GANGS, SO PLEASE INFORM YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES.
THESE ARE DESPERATE TIMES AND THESE ARE UNSAVORY INDIVIDUALS WHO WILL TAKE DESPERATE MEASURES TO GET WHAT THEY WANT."
THIS IS A NEW TECHNIQUE USED BY GANGS, SO PLEASE INFORM YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES.
THESE ARE DESPERATE TIMES AND THESE ARE UNSAVORY INDIVIDUALS WHO WILL TAKE DESPERATE MEASURES TO GET WHAT THEY WANT."
Saturday, January 14, 2012
You Can Help Prevent Allergies from Developing at a Young Age
Preventing Allergies from Developing
Because you can't control whether or not you develop allergies, the line between uncontrollable risks (which are out of your control) and controllable factors is grey. It's not possible for adults to decrease their risk of developing allergies, because allergy development isn't related to lifestyle habits. Intervention needs to occur early--during infancy and childhood. The following risk factors are considered uncontrollable for adults, but you can keep them in mind if you want to intervene to help prevent your child (and future generations) from developing allergies.
Infancy Exposure to Breastfeeding. Exclusively breastfeeding a baby for at least six months can greatly reduce her risk of developing food allergies later in life.
Childhood Exposure to Bacteria. Early exposure to common household microbes, environmental bacteria, fermented foods, and probiotics may reduce a child's risk of developing allergies as she gets older.
Childhood Exposure to Antibiotics. Early exposure to antibiotics seems to disrupt the balance between harmful and helpful bacteria in the body, confusing the immune system and therefore increasing a child's risk of developing environmental and food allergies.
Childhood Exposure to Allergens. When a child is exposed to common allergens (such as dust mites and mold) early in life, she has a lower chance of developing allergies to these substances.
Childhood Exposure to Pets. The presence of an animal in the home, especially during the first year of life when the immune system is still developing, has been associated with a decreased risk of allergies to pet dander, as well as to other allergens such as molds and dust mites.
Childhood Exposure to Secondhand Smoke. Children are at special risk of lung damage and illness from inhaled secondhand smoke.
Because you can't control whether or not you develop allergies, the line between uncontrollable risks (which are out of your control) and controllable factors is grey. It's not possible for adults to decrease their risk of developing allergies, because allergy development isn't related to lifestyle habits. Intervention needs to occur early--during infancy and childhood. The following risk factors are considered uncontrollable for adults, but you can keep them in mind if you want to intervene to help prevent your child (and future generations) from developing allergies.
Infancy Exposure to Breastfeeding. Exclusively breastfeeding a baby for at least six months can greatly reduce her risk of developing food allergies later in life.
Childhood Exposure to Bacteria. Early exposure to common household microbes, environmental bacteria, fermented foods, and probiotics may reduce a child's risk of developing allergies as she gets older.
Childhood Exposure to Antibiotics. Early exposure to antibiotics seems to disrupt the balance between harmful and helpful bacteria in the body, confusing the immune system and therefore increasing a child's risk of developing environmental and food allergies.
Childhood Exposure to Allergens. When a child is exposed to common allergens (such as dust mites and mold) early in life, she has a lower chance of developing allergies to these substances.
Childhood Exposure to Pets. The presence of an animal in the home, especially during the first year of life when the immune system is still developing, has been associated with a decreased risk of allergies to pet dander, as well as to other allergens such as molds and dust mites.
Childhood Exposure to Secondhand Smoke. Children are at special risk of lung damage and illness from inhaled secondhand smoke.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012
All enduring success is founded upon harmonious human relationships.
Most of us are incapable of “going it alone.” Whether it is in our careers, our personal relationships, or in life, we all need others if we are to achieve the level of success we desire. Besides, what’s the point of having it all if we have no one we care about to share it? You may choose to work with others, you may ignore them, or you may choose to work against them, but the greatest successes in life come to those who work harmoniously with others. When your personal goals coincide with those of another, not only does the power of your combined labors benefit you, but such cooperation also creates a synergistic effect that allows you to achieve far more than the simple sum of your individual efforts.
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