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Pull Tab Chair

2011-08-23T16:29:00.000-04:00

I'm getting close to having enough pull-tabs to make my first pull-tab chair. I can't wait! Sorry it's been so long since I've posted. Life gets in the way. More to come soon.

Tractor Bike

2010-10-21T15:15:00.000-04:00

I couldn't resist sharing the following picture. I would give credit where credit is due, but it came to me in the form of an email that must have been forwarded a thousand times, with no credits. No, this is NOT what I look like on the back on Randy's bike! :)

Bucklers Craft Fair October 2010

2010-10-01T13:53:00.000-04:00

It's here! Buckler's Craft Fair at the Lakeland Center. Saturday and Sunday, October 2nd and 3rd from 10 a.m. to 5 on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 on Sunday. I try to go every time they're in town. The handmade crafts are gorgeous and the home decor is always beautiful. There are unique gift ideas and new products to check out. It's inside so it's air-conditioned. Being at the Lakeland Center

2010 Good So Far

2010-06-16T08:51:00.000-04:00

I've been away from my blog for a while, but I'm back. 2010 so far has been very busy but great. I've been to Sea World, Busch Gardens, Indian Rocks Beach, Knoxville NSRA car show, Leesburg Bikefest, Daytona Bike Week, Bradenton drag races, and I have so much more planned! If you love steel roller coasters, you must check out Sea World's Manta. You ride facing DOWN. It's a great ride! Busch

Forever Homes Needed ASAP

2010-02-15T11:33:00.001-05:00

Name: TeenyGender: FemaleAge: 5 monthsSpecies: CatBreed: Domestic ShorthairOrphaned Since: 11/14/2009 Teeny may be tiny but her heart is huge. She is very energetic and friendly with anyone who will love her. She has been here for 2 months just waiting for someone to take her home. Stop by and meet her today. Name: LukeGender: MaleAge: 2 yrs 8 mthsSpecies: CatBreed: Turkish VanOrphaned

Mattress Shopping

2009-12-29T09:52:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I went mattress shopping. It's a difficult decision; choosing a mattress. You have to lay on it and decide in 20 seconds or so if this is going to be comfortable for you eight hours at a time, every single night. That's a big decision to make in 20 seconds. They should let you spend the night in the store to be sure it's the one you want. (just kidding). Then there's the price! I hadn't

Wallys vs Good Times aka Sharkys

2009-10-26T14:05:00.003-04:00

Lakeland, Florida has two "pool halls". Sure, there are many more businesses who have a pool table or two, but if you are looking for a place where you can almost be guaranteed a table, you have two to choose from. Which one is better? As a Lakelander for over 20 years now, and a patron of both, I thought my insight and experiences might be helpful for anyone trying to decide which one to go to.

Old Photo Request

2009-09-01T16:19:00.002-04:00

This may seem like a strange request, but here goes:The SPCA of Lakeland, Florida began as a small venture, with pets being adopted from the Lake Miriam Plaza on South Florida Avenue in 1979. It wasn't until 1990 that the current shelter land was donated and the shelter was built in 1991.The SPCA is celebrating their 30th birthday this year. I would like to commemorate the event with some old

Box Tops and Labels for Education

2009-08-25T22:32:00.009-04:00

Do you cut out all those General Mills Box Tops for Educationand Campbell's Labels for Education?No? Why not? It only takes a moment to tear the upc off the box or label and store in a designated area in your kitchen. Why would you want to do such a thing if you're not already doing so? Our schools NEED them! General Mills gives 10 cents for every box top and Campbell's gives points used to

Not So Lucky

2009-08-18T12:39:00.006-04:00

UPDATE: LUCKY'S BEEN ADOPTED!!! WOOHOO!!! Thank you to everyone who read about and asked about Lucky. I just know he'll be SO Happy in his new home!! Thanks again!I was visiting the orphaned pets at the SPCA a few days ago and met Lucky, an Akita/Alaskan Husky mix. I immediately fell in love with him because while growing up on a farm in Michigan, we had two gorgeous full-blood Japanese Akitas.

SPCA Blog

2009-07-24T00:27:00.003-04:00

If you live in Lakeland or Polk County, you know all about the SPCA of Lakeland. You know they shelter and care for stray and surrendered animals on Brannen Rd (the road at Sonny's BBQ on South Florida Avenue) . BUT... Did you know you can also find them at:BLOGTwitterWebsiteFacebookI hope you'll visit their blog and leave a comment or two. They need the visitors to help promote the site. If you

Crowder Brothers Lakeland

2009-07-23T20:18:00.002-04:00

If you haven't been to Crowder Brothers Ace Hardware store at Southgate Shopping Center in a while, you need to go. I was there yesterday to ask if they would hang an SPCA fundraiser flyer. While I waited, I browsed through the bird feeder section. They have such an amazing assortment, I was impressed. They have gorgeous bird feeders, bird baths, and lawn decorations. My mom has been wanting a

Volunteering

2009-07-14T13:58:00.002-04:00

It's been about six weeks since my last post and that's quite rare for me. Why the long time? I've been crazy busy volunteering for the SPCA.There's a never-ending list of things that need to be done. I admire and respect everyone there because I see how insanely busy their days are.Over the last six weeks I have helped at the Dog and Car Wash held at Miller's Lakeland Ale House, an adoption

DMV Fees Oh My

2009-06-16T11:29:00.008-04:00

According to the Polk County, Florida Tax Collector website, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) has more than doubled the fees for vehicle registrations and renewals, beginning September 1, 2009. In some cases, the fees increased by 125%. The DHSMV Fee Schedule shows the cost to get a replacement driver license is going up from $10 to $25.The Tax Collector advises

ALPR for Lakeland

2009-06-10T10:15:00.005-04:00

Automated License Plate Recognition (A.L.P.R.) is software available to law enforcement agencies, which reads vehicle license plates and checks them against a database. The database is loaded with license plate numbers of vehicles reported as:Stolen vehiclesUninsured vehiclesUnlicensed driversUninsured driversWhen the software finds a match, an alarm is sounded, alerting the officer to

Adorable Faces

2009-06-08T14:20:00.004-04:00

All of these pictures make it impossible not to fall in love. Just look at these faces!Name: HeidiSex: FemaleAge: 6 years, 1 monthSpecies: DogBreed: Border CollieOrphaned Since: 5/26/2009Heidi is a sweet girl who gets along with other dogs, cats, and is already house-trained! She has excellent leash manners and is ready to go to her fur-ever home!Name: PrinceSex: MaleAge: 9 monthsSpecies:

Adopt A Cat Month

2009-06-03T14:24:00.002-04:00

June is Adopt a Cat Month at the Lakeland SPCA. Take advantage of month-long specials during the month of June.June 1 - 7All feline adoption fees only $60June 8 - 14The first 5 cats adopted each day - Only $20June 15 - 21Adopt Two Cats for the Price of OneJune 22 - 30All feline adoptions only $60Cats will keep you entertained with their playful antics.Cats are very affectionate and love to cuddle

Roblox

2009-05-27T18:07:00.001-04:00

My kids are ADDICTED to Roblox! In case you aren't familiar with it, it's a cool kids' site where you can build places with Lego type blocks and then invite your friends to visit your places. There's games and all types of interactive things to do. You can check out my kids' places at: Free Games at ROBLOX. Check out what I have been building lately!

Polk County Man Making Movie

2009-05-19T22:54:00.002-04:00

Kevin Brown was laid off from his job as a warehouse manager. Instead of worrying about what he was going to do - he had a plan.Brown wrote the script for the film Unexpected last year. The loss of his job made him decide to buy a camera and start production of the film. He found a local cast and crew and is currently working on the film. More and more we tend to read about the bad news; the

Wish List for SPCA

2009-05-13T23:51:00.003-04:00

The SPCA of Lakeland has a wish list of items they need. Please take a look at the following and see if there's anything you can help with. (I've highlighted some common, ordinary, every day things you may have never thought of)Please contact the shelter if you can donate any of the following items or if you would like to make a cash donation toward their purchase. Please Call 863.646.7722.New or

Paranormal Activity

2009-05-12T14:11:00.001-04:00

I finished my lunch so I put the lid on my bowl and slid it to the back of my desk. I put my fork on top of the bowl until I could get to the kitchen to take care of the dishes. I reached for my can of soda and as I was bringing it toward me, my bowl MOVED like 4 or 5 inches toward me! I froze completely still, looking around the bowl for some explanation. I thought of condensation, maybe I

First Friday Lakeland - May

2009-05-01T20:06:00.008-04:00

I've lived in Lakeland for twenty years and prior to this evening, I had never been to a "Downtown Lakeland First Friday". I received an email notification from the Downtown Lakeland Partnership, where I saw mention of an art display titled "One Man's Trash". Well, if you follow this or my other blog, you know I am into recycling and re-purposing items that would have otherwise gone to the

Lots Of Love Needed

2009-04-16T20:55:00.023-04:00

I've gotten behind on posting the pets needing adoption at the Lakeland SPCA. Below are all the dogs and cats I missed. This will catch me up. Sorry, guys! (dogs and cats)Name: DutchessBreed: Shepherd/Retriever mixSex: FemaleAge: 9 monthsWeight: 24 poundsThis sweet little girl is quite the heart stealer! She’s a cute pup looking for the perfect family to bring her home and take care of her. Could

Upside Down Tomatoes Month One

2009-04-16T20:45:00.001-04:00

On March 26th, I posted my first upside down tomato article. Here's an update.They're doing GREAT!We did have an incident where the Early Girl plant became infested with tomato hornworms. They had just started to spread to the Sophya, so I went to Home Depot and got some Bacillus Thuringiensis (BT) and sprayed the plants. It took care of the worms just fine, but it shocked the plants for about a

Side Job Ideas

2009-04-16T20:19:00.003-04:00

A friend referred me to a blog with a list of 50 ideas for side jobs you can try to make extra money.Some of the ideas include:Antique RefurbishingCard MakingFurniture MakingGarage Sale ManagerPersonal ShoppingProduce SellingCheck out the entire list at this blog.

Home Made Laundry Soap

2009-04-16T20:14:00.002-04:00

I stumbled across this blog post about how to make your own laundry soap and I was absolutely intrigued.I can't wait to try it! As soon as I can get to Wal-Mart to get a 5-gallon bucket with a lid, I'm doing it. I'll let you know how it works out.Here's the article for step by step instructions.

Shooting at Lakeside Village

2009-03-16T21:35:00.002-04:00

My emailed crime alert today indicated that there was a shooting at Lakeside Village Mall on Saturday, March 14th...more specifically at 16xx Town Center Drive.2009-03-14 PERSON SHOT Case number: 90019869I can't find anything online anywhere. I checked the Ledger, the LPD blog, other local blogs, Google in general, Polk County Sheriff, Polk County Courts, and there is NOTHING.What's the secret?

Blog Catalog Recent Viewers

2009-03-12T19:24:00.002-04:00

I use my Blogcatalog recent viewers widget to return the favor to my visitors. Tonight when I tried to visit some of my blogging buddies, I got this message:It happened on all of the blogcatalog users who had visited my site. I clicked on the button to see why I was getting this message and it said:Safe BrowsingDiagnostic page for blogcatalog.com/userWhat is the current listing status for

Pets on Parade

2009-03-11T22:58:00.000-04:00

It's time for Pets on Parade!The SPCA's 30th annual walk for the animals will take place on Saturday, April 18th from 8 a.m. until noon on Lake Hollingsworth in Lakeland.Click here for more information.

AOLics Anonymous

2009-03-05T11:26:00.005-05:00

This all started when my boss, a website developer, had a report that a site he'd built was not displaying properly in AOL. Well, his first reaction was "Who the heck still uses AOL?" He was searching for some stats on AOL usage and any known issues with displaying css and other codes, when he came across this blog.He asked me if I knew anyone who still used it and I replied that I did, as a

2009-02-26T14:30:00.003-05:00

When I opened my email today from the SPCA with new pets to post, my sweet tooth started tingling! With names like "Butterscotch" and "Hershey", you just can't wait to see what they look like. Check out the animals below, all whom need a sweet home to go to.Name: Prince CharmingBreed: Cur, Black-mouth mixSex: MaleAge: 2 yearsWeight: 34 poundsMy name certainly fits my game! I’ll melt your heart as

Wash Your Hands

2009-02-18T13:58:00.004-05:00

My kids always thought I was just being a pain in their behind when I would nag them about washing their hands every time they left the bathroom. Until now. I showed them this news story video and guess what? THEY WASH THEIR HANDS WITHOUT BEING TOLD!!!Now don't get me wrong, I feel sorry for Rosemary Alvarez who suffered so much. But her story seems to be reaching millions and that is a very good

Clean Computer Screen

2009-02-18T12:31:00.001-05:00

This is a link to easy instructions on how to clean your computer screen:Screen CleanForwarded to me in an email, origination unknown

Aphasia Part 2

2009-02-18T09:33:00.003-05:00

A while back I posted Aphasia or Gene Pool? where I shared some verbal faux-pas made by either myself or close family members. Apparently, it was not just a temporary thing.I had a loo-loo recently and wanted to share:I was trying to say: "It came with wireless headsets".What I said was: "It came with headless wiresets".I think I need a vacation!

Mid Sized Companions

2009-02-16T12:38:00.004-05:00

Looking for a mid-sized dog as a faithful companion? Look no further! Check out the two dogs below for the perfect mid-sized dog to complete your family.Name: DonnerBreed: Beagle, mix Sex: MaleAge: 3 yearsWeight: 45 poundsI love to run around, play and explore. I’d make a great buddy for kids of all ages too. Go on an adventure with Donner.* * * * *Name: MaggieBreed: Terrier, mixSex: FemaleAge:

Starsky and Hutch

2009-02-16T12:22:00.004-05:00

No, not the 70's television series about a couple of streetwise cops busting criminals in their Gran Torino...The Starsky and Hutch I am writing about today are cats from Lakeland, Florida, who desperately need an owner.Check out their pics and descriptions below. Maybe their names will inspire you to adopt them, or maybe their pic will do it for you...whatever it is, please take just a moment to

FreeKibble.com

2009-02-11T11:28:00.003-05:00

Mimi Ausland, a 13-year old girl from Oregon, created FreeKibble.com, a site that donates food to animals in shelters.I first stumbled across this story on ZooToo.com, where I was reviewing the "Top 10 Not So Ordinary Pet People". Mimi's story was the second one listed and I just had to go check out her website.I went to FreeRice.com first, because that's what Mimi said had inspired her. I had

Peanut Butter Recall

2009-02-04T10:49:00.002-05:00

It's not just peanut butter, folks. Since it's not known if the problem was with the actual peanuts, actual peanuts are on the list of recalls. Peanut paste was produced by the Georgia company and shipped to over 100 different companies to be used in things like dog treats, cereal bars, ice cream, brownies, wing sauce, salad dressing, the list goes on.I wasn't fully aware of how wide-spread the

Headlines and Boneheads

2009-02-03T10:26:00.006-05:00

The following pics are a combination of boneheaded newspaper writers and boneheaded people making the news.If ever anyone deserved the Jeff Foxworthy "Sign"...well, judge for yourself. Enjoy.(Click on the images for a large view)Gee, Ya Think?What are the odds?Have You Seen Me?Phew! Almost Forgot That One! The phrase "gotta spend money to make money" lost something in translation here, don't ya

Common Ground Park

2009-02-02T18:22:00.008-05:00

Statue of Girl ReadingLearn the history of Common Ground Park in Lakeland, Florida.I took my kids to the park this past weekend, only two weeks after the Grand Opening, and I was so impressed with what I found.It's located at Veteran's Park on Edgewood Drive, across from the Cleveland Heights Golf Course. They close daily at 6 p.m.Padded astro turf for safer play, completely fenced in for more

More Recycled Purses

2009-01-23T12:10:00.000-05:00

I've been VERY busy creating new purses out of recycled material...Check out the following:Clutch made entirely out of Publix Bread Bags!Sling purse made from ironed/melted Publix grocery bags!Small purse made out of pages from an old road atlas!Large carry-all made from clear contact paper and Christmas cards!Catch-all Bowl made from melted album and dvd's!

Astrology.com

2009-01-22T14:41:00.003-05:00

I was feeling abnormally bubbly today, like I had extra energy and I had no problem finding the fun in things, even being at work. I was in a good mood and had no idea why. I have tons of stresses in my life, which I try not to let get to me, but hey, I'm human. Anyway, there was no solid basis for why I was feeling almost giddy today. There's been a spring in my step and I've been very jovial

Cold in Florida

2009-01-22T09:28:00.003-05:00

Heavy Frost on lawn January 22, 2009, Lakeland, FloridaI awoke to find a heavy frost in my back yard. Big deal, right? Well, when you live in central Florida, it's not a common sight. It is beautiful, though.Then I walked to the parking lot and saw this car with ice on it!While most of the country is used to much, much worse, this is news for us here in The Sunshine State.

Roo Got Wheels!

2009-01-21T12:07:00.003-05:00

In case you didn't see an earlier post, where I pleaded for Roo to be adopted from the SPCA, you can see it here.Little Roo was featured on my weekly SPCA pets and although all the animals there are special, Roo just stood out among the rest. He was born without front legs and needed wheels.Well, someone adopted him and gave him wheels!Here's a video on zootoo showing Roo getting his wheels!

Bob Barker At It Again

2009-01-21T11:42:00.002-05:00

Bob Barker. A household name. Not only for being the host of The Price Is Right, but also for making his opinions on animal rights very well known.He recently gave $1 million dollars to his alma mater to start an animal law program.You can read about it on zootoo.Way to go, Bob! You are loved and respected and will be for long after you leave this world!

Zootoo Makeover for SPCA of Polk County

2009-01-19T16:10:00.003-05:00

The Polk County SPCA has dropped from number 2 to number 20!!! We need your help to improve the rankings or we'll lose a $1,000,000 shelter makeover!Please take a few moments and go to zootoo.com to see what you can do to help. A few things, which are very simple and only take a few seconds/minutes:How to get pointsPet adopted via Zootoo - 200 points - Points awarded to shelters only. Not users.

Have Sniffer Will Travel

2009-01-19T16:03:00.004-05:00

I just posted this on zootoo and wanted to make sure my readers saw it. In case you can't tell, I'm going for some humor here, and every word of it is true, so I hope you enjoy.Thanks for taking the time to read it.Little Bear now has the bottom half of the screen on the patio door completely broken loose, making his own private 'doggy door'. Mostly at night, he lays near the door and listens for

SPCA vs Animal Control

2009-01-19T15:24:00.002-05:00

I recently read a post on zootoo.com, where a member wrote something I am glad so many readers responded to, giving very important information to defend the SPCA. Please don't stop after reading the member's comment, be sure to read the follow-up comment which explains the SPCA's response and the appropriate action to be taken.How sad it is in todays times when your children bring you a beautiful

Proofreading - A Dead Art

2009-01-19T12:49:00.002-05:00

The following newspaper headlines are a riot. Too bad nobody thought to change them before they were printed...Something Went Wrong in Jet Crash, Expert Says Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers Panda Mating Fails; Veterinarian Takes Over Miners Refuse to Work after DeathJuvenile Court to Try Shooting DefendantWar Dims Hope for PeaceIf Strike Isn't Settled Quickly, It May Last

Aussie Beauties

2009-01-19T11:29:00.003-05:00

These two gals are Australian beauties, aren't they gorgeous!?Name: GingerBreed: Australian Shepherd – WhiteSex: FemaleAge: 7 yearsWeight: 37.2G’Day mate! I’m an Aussie gal looking for that special someone to share the amber fluid (beer)!If you like campfires and suds then I am your gal. Ask for Ginger.Name: MalibuBreed: Australian Shepherd BlackSex: FemaleAge: 2 yearsWeight: 35I am also an

Kraft Foods

2009-01-14T22:50:00.006-05:00

Do you ever find yourself sick and tired of deciding what to make for dinner? I know I do! I often tell my family, "If you'll just tell me what you want me to make, I'll make it! I just don't want to have to think about it". To try to think of something new, economical, something we'll all enjoy, well it's just getting to be too much.So, I started receiving a newsletter from Kraftfoods.com. It's

Ya Gotta Love Em

2009-01-13T15:53:00.005-05:00

Name: DidiBreed: PersianSex: FemaleAge: 1 YearWeight: 5 PoundsHigh maintenance gal looking for that special hair dresser that can work wonders with long white hair. Come and see DidiName: ChinaBreed: Domestic ShorthairSex: FemaleAge: 4.6 YearsWeight: 8 PoundsI am a big, beautiful, black and white girl with vibrant green eyes who was named after someone’s favorite dishes. Love China ? Come and

Traffic Fines Increasing

2009-01-09T10:31:00.002-05:00

In an effort to help with some budget shortfalls, the special legislative session is likely to approve a bill to increase traffic fines. The plan calls for a $10 increase across the board, and a $25 increase for running a red light. In addition to the higher fines, judges can no longer waive fines, regardless of if you're found guilty or not. And, you won't get a reduction in the amount of the

DHSMV Intranet Open To Public

2009-01-06T10:22:00.004-05:00

Definition of "Intranet" according to Webopedia:A network based on TCP/IP protocols (an internet) belonging to an organization, usually a corporation, accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization. An intranet's Web sites look and act just like any other Web sites, but the firewall surrounding an intranet fends off unauthorized access.Why, then, is the

Tentative 2009 Legislative Bills

2009-01-02T16:04:00.004-05:00

The following are just a few of the bills being reviewed in the 2009 legislative session, which I thought were important to almost any Florida resident. It is important to remember that these bills have not yet passed as of January 2nd, 2009.HB 1 Dori Slosberg and Katie Marchetti Safety Belt Law [CPSC] deletes requirement for enforcement of Florida Safety Belt Law as secondary action. HB 7 Driver

Wayback Machine

2008-12-30T15:09:00.005-05:00

If you've never heard of the wayback machine, you HAVE to check it out. It's an archive of websites and webpages back to the beginning of the website's history. Not every single page, ad, picture, graphic or link is available, but for the most part, I'd say the majority of the pages are there for you to see.In my last post, I mentioned the high cost of classified advertising in the Ledger. I was

Goyarding.com

2008-12-30T12:52:00.003-05:00

A friend sent me a link to a website to search for yard sales. I checked it out and found one notable feature I really liked, so I wanted to share.Check out Goyarding.com for some great yard sale signs you can print from your computer. No more painting signs! You can choose different sizes and if it's larger than a single 8.5 x 11 sheet of printer paper, the signs will print on multiple sheets

Brunette Frisky Nosey Oreo

2008-12-22T14:54:00.005-05:00

No, this is not a singles ad describing a human woman. Sorry, guys!Brunette, Frisky, Nosey and Oreo are animals at the SPCA who desperately need a loving family. What better time than the holidays to save a life?Name: Frisky – Grey and White Breed: Domestic Shorthair Sex: Female Age: 1.6 Years Weight: 4.8 I’m a local lady from Seffner, Florida looking for a family in a nice quiet

Merry Christmas Not Happy Holidays

2008-12-18T10:51:00.002-05:00

This is from one of those emails - you know the ones - that are forwarded over and over. I don't like cluttering up all my friends' emails with every forward I get, so instead I decided to post it here.I do not know who authored it, but I feel very strongly about it and wanted to share.Incidentally, I was at the Post Office yesterday sending some gifts and as I was leaving I wished the postal

Twistee Treat Closing

2008-12-16T14:15:00.003-05:00

Twistee Treat located at 225 S. Florida Avenue in Lakeland isCLOSING!Friday, December 19th will be their last day of business.Neither the manager nor owner were available for comment, so I didn't get any details about the reason they are closing. But I would have to suspect the economy is the perpetrator in this horribly upsetting action.I have worked downtown for nearly 10 years now and everyone

Christmas Treats

2008-12-16T09:35:00.005-05:00

Name: Sugar Breed: Hound Mix Brown Sex: Female Age: 7 months Weight: 38.6 Look up the definition of LOVE in and you will see my picture. I love everyone and I am looking for someone to LOVE just me. Does your heart have room for me? SPCA link Name: ShottyBreed: American Bulldog White BrindleSex: Male Age: 5.6 years Weight: 77.00Buy American Made Looking for

Cover Florida Health Care

2008-12-11T15:26:00.003-05:00

A friend of mine heard about the Cover Florida Health Care Program on the radio and told me to check out their website at CoverFloridaHealthCare.com .From what I gathered, six insurance companies got together to offer uninsured Floridians some health insurance at an affordable price.Here's the part that got my attention the most: "Cover Florida allows insurers to create innovative health

Lakeland Pharmacy Price Comparison

2008-12-08T15:45:00.001-05:00

I was recently prescribed Toradol, and being self-pay due to no medical insurance, I made sure I shopped around to get the best possible price. I was so surprised by the results that I had to share them here on my blog.First, keep in mind that the TYPE of drug matters when doing price comparisons, that not ALL drugs will be more expensive or cheaper at the same place.Here are my findings for a

Position With Excellent Benefits

2008-12-02T11:58:00.005-05:00

The following are in need of a full-time person with a generous spirit who is willing to negotiate the benefits package included in a rewarding position.Position involves supplying room and board, love and nurture, to name a few requirements.Benefits include life-long faithful companionship and unconditional love.Name: Estelle Breed: DLH Tortoiseshell Sex: Female, Spayed Age: 7 years

Cards for Soldiers

2008-12-02T10:19:00.002-05:00

I saw this on YLakeland and thought it was a wonderful idea, so I wanted to share it with my readers.When sending out your Christmas cards this year, send one to: A Recovering American Soldier c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center 6900 Georgia Avenue,NW Washington , D.C. 20307-5001One card, one stamp. If everyone did this, imagine how blessed our recovering soldiers would

Plarn Purses and Other Oddities

2008-12-01T23:32:00.002-05:00

I've finally begun making plarn purses and I'm so excited! Everyone I show them to is very intrigued and they love what I've done.Here is my first attempt, using various colors of grocery bags:Then I tried a clutch. ..Then a clutch with a different process...Here's my favorite of them all, a large market bag:The most recent one I've made has a flap and a 'button' of sorts...I also made a small

Jeff Dunham Christmas

2008-11-25T15:32:00.005-05:00

If you haven't seen Jeff Dunham's "Very Special Christmas Special", make sure you do.The next airing on Comedy Central will be on Thanksgiving Day.According to an email from Jeff, "tthe viewership numbers soared higher than ANYONE'S expectations and gave Comedy Central it's highest ratings of any program EVER in the network's history!"My family watched it and it caused a grown man to cry! Yes, he

Princess Love

2008-11-25T11:16:00.007-05:00

Hi. I am a beautiful being, both inside and out.I enjoy long walks, fresh air, fun and good times.I'll be there for you through thick and thin.I need love and attention and will give the same.I'll help clean up the kitchen after every meal.I'll be your companion and your champion.I promise to be faithful forever.Just provide my food and shelter and I'm yours.Just check out these pics of me and

Lakeland's Future

2008-11-20T16:15:00.002-05:00

“Mapping the Future” Workshop (REVISED DATE & TIME) December 9, 2008 4:30pm - 7:30pm Lakeland Center, Sikes Hall, H Wing**Public is invited but RSVP's are required** Where will 65,000 people live, work, and play?Join us in creating a shared vision to help Lakeland continue to be a great place to live, learn, work, and play. You can help by attending a hands-on workshop jointly hosted by

Thanksgiving Craze

2008-11-19T14:48:00.004-05:00

My family is very familiar with my "Thanksgiving Craze". It has always been my favorite holiday of the year, bar none. I decorate more for Thanksgiving than I do for Christmas!I love the changing of the seasons, the fall colors, the harvest time, the family showing gratitude for all they have been blessed with all year long. I love the food and the crafts and the leftover turkey sandwiches. I

Pets You'll Love

2008-11-19T12:31:00.010-05:00

Name: Rascle Age: 6 years old Sex: Male Breed: Dschshund Mix Weight: 10 pounds Orphaned Since: November 11, 2008 Meet Rascle! His family didn’t have any time for him so they gave him a chance at a loving forever home. He’s partially housetrained, gets long with kids and dogs and cute as a button! If you’re looking for a little guy with lots of spunk, he’s the one for you!Name: Coco

Update on Blog Inactivity

2008-11-17T12:49:00.003-05:00

Hello Readers,I wanted to give you an update as to why I haven't been as diligent in adding new posts to my site as often as you've become accustomed to. I've been spending a lot of time researching the symptoms and treatment for the diagnosis of a few different types of cancer.I recently had to fear the results of a cervical cancer test, but thank God today they came back negative. Now I have to

Legal Loopholes

2008-11-11T10:18:00.003-05:00

"Man Wins Public Records Fight With Polk Schools""State Backs Public Records Request""Man Wins Fight For Public Records""Pasco School Records Demands Whip Up Outrage"Those are a few of the headlines that Lakeland resident Joel Chandler is making these days. According to the news stories it seems that he has a lawyer and he's not afraid to use him.If you haven't heard the news about Joel Chandler,

Mirror Mirror

2008-11-05T14:54:00.009-05:00

Here's a new one I haven't seen in my email a million times over...Shrek, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt were all having lunch together.Shrek said, 'I've always thought that I'm the strongest man in the world, but how can I be sure?'Angelina Jolie added, 'I'm told I'm the most gorgeous of them all, but sometimes I wonder.'Brad Pitt said, 'I'm pretty sure I'm the hottest man alive but I've never had

Contact Lakeland SPCA Today

2008-11-04T09:51:00.001-05:00

If you are interested in any of the pets listed on this site, please contact the Lakeland, Florida SPCA at:Visit us at the SPCA NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK. 5850 Brannen Rd S Lakeland Call 646.SPCA (7722) www.lovemyspca.com All pets are spayed/neutered and vaccinations are up to date.

Makes Your Heart Go "Aaaaaawwwww"

2008-11-04T09:46:00.004-05:00

Meet Baby Boy! He came to the SPCA in June and contracted an upper respiratory infection that racked his immune system. The infection spread throughout his body and infected the mucous membranes in his right eye. Surgical removal of the eye was his only hope. After being in foster for a few months, he’s finally up for adoption. He’s sweet, loving and ready to go home!Name: Baby Boy Age: 1 year,

Masculine Mates

2008-11-04T09:33:00.007-05:00

Meet Andre! He’s a handsome fellow that was found on Lake Avenue in Lake Wales at the beginning of October. Almost 10 pounds, he’s very active and super sweet. Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Sex: Male Age: 2 years Orphaned Since: October 18, 2008Meet Timber! He was found as a stray, and his new owners were unable to keep him. He’s sweet and a very tough cookie. One look in his handsome

Save A Mascot

2008-11-04T09:24:00.004-05:00

Meet Fester! We don’t know much about this little guy as he was a dropped off without any pet information. He’s friendly but one could tell that he has had a rough life so far. He needs a good home with lots of love.Name: Fester Age: 2 years old Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 8 pounds Orphaned Since: October 9, 2008When I saw how sad Fester looked, I thought he could be the

Perfect Pet Petey

2008-11-04T09:18:00.002-05:00

Meet Petey! He’s incredibly handsome and makes a great dog! He’s outgoing, loves other cats and dogs, and gets along great with kids. He loves the water and is housetrained!Name: Petey Age: 6 months Sex: Male Breed: Hound/American Bulldog Weight: 51 pounds Orphaned Since: September 19, 2008

FLORIDA REAL ID

2008-10-31T09:38:00.002-04:00

Back in June, I wrote about the Real ID Act. Several people contacted me because they did not know anything about the subject, they had never heard of it. I wonder how many more people have never heard of the act. Here is some information which will hopefully spread so everyone knows what to expect.My personal opinion is that it is just an excellent way for terrorists to hack our system - a

The Real Story of Halloween

2008-10-30T13:46:00.005-04:00

By BILL KACZORTHE ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 9:10 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 9:10 p.m. TALLAHASSEE | Alan Crotzer already has received $1.25 million in

New SpotCrime Email

2008-10-21T16:19:00.005-04:00

I subscribed to spotcrime's email service in which I am notified via email of crimes reported near my home. I am very happy with the service and wanted to share.Here is the report I received recently (my street name has been removed):Radius: 3.00 MilesCrime Date Address Burglary Saturday, Oct

Local Singles Seeking Companionship

2008-10-21T09:55:00.010-04:00

Meet Cinnamon! One look in her eyes and you’re sure to fall in love. She’s sweet and petite with ears that will capture your heart! She’s full of love and looking for the perfect family to share it with!Name: Cinnamon Age: 9 months Sex: Female Breed: Welsh Corgi/Cardigan Mix Weight: 15 pounds Orphaned Since: October 17, 2008Meet Bella! Her story began at the SPCA back in May 2008. She’s

Crime on Alamo Near South Florida

2008-10-20T16:42:00.002-04:00

This post is not to provide information necessarily, but to seek information. Does anyone in the local area know anything about a crime at the intersection of Alamo and South Florida Avenue late Saturday night/early Sunday morning, October 18/19?Our newspaper carrier told me they would have been out to deliver sooner, but Alamo was closed from South Florida to Harden Blvd. She said that the

Lighthouse Ministries Thanksgiving

2008-10-16T15:53:00.006-04:00

I received this 'invitation' from Lighthouse Ministries at my business location and wanted to share with my readers. I've blotted my employer's name and address, but the important information is still visible.Please take a moment to read about how such a tiny contribution can help Lighthouse Ministries provide a good, warm Thanksgiving Dinner to so many. Just imagine yourself at your own

Tax Act Free Online

2008-10-16T14:16:00.003-04:00

The end of the year is fast approaching. If you live in a world anything like mine, you are thinking..."How long til I get my income tax refund?"I used to pay either H & R Block or Jackson Hewitt to do my taxes because I liked their Rapid Refund service. Then, after getting sick of giving them a huge chunk of my hard earned money, I started looking for alternatives. I looked into other in-person

Little Roo Update

2008-10-10T11:36:00.002-04:00

This is an update on one of my earlier posts: Dog Needs Wheels. You'll be happy to know that this special dog has been ADOPTED!I am tickled to hear this news and wanted to share.

Review: Omaha Steaks

2008-10-10T11:15:00.004-04:00

What I think of when I see my Omaha Steaks specials email:MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!Many years ago, a friend of ours sent us a gift of an assortment of steaks from Omaha Steaks. I had never heard of them, so I had no idea how wonderful a gift we had received...until we ate dinner!If you're looking for the perfect gift for someone who has everything - you just can't beat a good meal like

Wake Up Florida

2008-10-06T19:59:00.003-04:00

Floridians who recycle NEED to know this.Effective October 1, 2008, the process for recycling scrap metal is drastically different.Here are some excerpts fom a Bay News 9 story on the matter:A new law aims to curb the theft of scrap metals by making it more difficult to sell the metal to a recycling company.Under the new law, recycling companies must maintain records of all of their

Lovely Ladies

2008-10-06T18:04:00.010-04:00

Meet Princess! She is a laidback lap cat looking for a nice long back rub. She’s got gorgeous eyes and a beautiful coat of fur to match. Take her home and you’re guaranteed love for a lifetime.Name: Princess Age: 1 year old Sex: Female Breed: Domestic Medium HairMeet Melinda! She will steal your heart in a second with her beautiful face and Tabby markings. She’s laid back for a young feline

Gorgeous Girls

2008-10-06T17:51:00.005-04:00

Meet Chloe! She’s got adorable big, floppy ears and is as sweet as the day is long. She gives great kisses and loves the water. She’s laid back and could use a little exercise. She may be just the gal for you.Name: Chloe Age: 4 years old Sex: Female Breed: Bloodhound/Retriever Mix Weight: 84 poundsMeet Pookie! She’s a great gal looking for a great family. She’s super friendly and gets

I LOVE MY JOB

2008-10-04T19:17:00.002-04:00

I REALLY LOVE MY JOB!Well, at least after seeing this...I got this in one of those emails that's forwarded a million times...most of them I just delete, but this one 'grabbed' me...not as much as it grabbed the elephant, but still...

Kudos

2008-10-04T18:57:00.003-04:00

Thanks to the following for registering with zootoo.com to help the Polk SPCA get points toward winning a $1,000,000 shelter makeover.LaurieCindyLonnieBrittanyLakelandAvonPolk SPCA is currently in third place. . . PLEASE, if you haven't taken the time to do so, please check out www.zootoo.com and register. It only takes two minutes and doesn't cost a penny. Think of all the wonderful animals that

Big Price Tag for Child Porn

2008-09-30T12:58:00.003-04:00

A new Florida law effective October 1, 2008, will allow victims of child pornography based in Florida, to seek no less than $150,000 from the perps!I don't know how many individuals (for lack of a better, more politically correct term) who are downloading child porn will see this as a deterrent, but I certainly hope they do.Granted, just because a civil suit is filed and won it doesn't mean the

WANTED - BEST FRIEND

2008-09-30T12:14:00.007-04:00

No, Laurie, I'm not saying I want to replace you!The SPCA has a few featured pets I wanted to share with you, please take a moment to consider the following:Name: Lola Breed: Terrier Mix Sex: Female Age: 2 years 7 months Weight: 45 pounds Meet Lola! Lola’s family moved away and was unable to take her with them. She’s in need of a forever family that is ready for a sweet canine