tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60248318324670768232011-10-06T13:52:21.429-06:00Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.comBlogger961100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-57273844617145254952011-03-24T20:28:00.003-06:002011-03-24T20:36:41.616-06:00

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Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-67559774828032812992011-01-07T21:20:00.002-07:002011-01-07T21:30:01.074-07:00

If you don't subscribe to the Denver Unemployment Examiner, please do so now. Kelly Wiedemer is a well informed reporter who isn't afraid to report everything regarding unemployment. She is also a good friend of mine.Today, Kelly wrote the following article:Congressman J Jackson, Jr to unemployed: "Send Me Your Resumes"To read the entire article, please click on this link to it. There is an

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-12196340630906772532010-12-31T22:09:00.001-07:002010-12-31T22:13:16.870-07:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!May 2011 be filled with joy, happiness, good health and many jobs.Continue toSTAND UP AND BE HEARD!

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-33098331354641200852010-11-16T23:46:00.002-07:002010-11-16T23:59:10.265-07:00

Do you resemble the title to my blog post? I've spoken to many unemployed people lately and we have all come to the same conclusion - unemployed and uninvolved. Tonight, I was directed to a blog on unemployment - From the Trenches World Report. There was an article about 99ers and Tier 5 Unemployment Remedies. Of course, I left a comment - in case you didn't see it, I'll post it here.You are

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-89373483506767892552010-11-14T21:38:00.004-07:002010-11-14T21:47:51.847-07:00

This article is from the Denver Unemployment Examiner. You can find the links from the article by clicking here. To read other GREAT articles on unemployment, and jobs from this reporter - please click here.Denverites - don't forget to jot down the phone number in the article and call in to Senators Bennet and Udall to voice your concerns and ask questions on unemployment and jobs!Udall,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-37598190029556513322010-11-14T21:01:00.011-07:002010-11-14T21:37:22.732-07:00

On Friday, November 12th, my friend, a writer for the Denver Unemployment Examiner and I took a trip around town to visit with our Senators and Congressperson. Additionally, the purpose was to deliver signed letters to each from "The American 99ers Union" encouraging each to "Vote YES - Extend Unemployment Insurance Beyond 99 weeks".Upon arrival at Senator Michael Bennet's office, located just

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-28958871685866046162010-11-11T17:50:00.003-07:002010-11-13T22:55:57.218-07:00

After carefully planning out my journey to Washington DC via NYC. I was to fly on Southwest, rent a car from Enterprise and have the most rewarding stay in Staten Island, NY before heading out with two friends to Washington DC for the rally.Starting out on 9/30/10 at 3:30am, my day started with a shuttle ride to the airport. My plane left DIA on time without a hitch, upon arrival in BWI (

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-59323365631166577082010-10-06T12:09:00.025-06:002010-10-12T13:52:00.801-06:00

If you weren't at RFK Stadium Pre-Event sponsored by UCubed or at the rally on the National Mall sponsored by One Nation Working Together on 10/2/10, you might really want to follow the links, watch the videos, and read my account of the day. My wish is that you get the full experience through my post. I encourage those who were there to contribute their accounts as well.10/2/10 A Day in

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-20482731596327362632010-10-04T06:58:00.003-06:002010-10-04T07:01:30.397-06:00

I had the honor to speak for UCubed at the Pre-Event at RFK Stadium. The days event in Washington DC were spectacular. Tomorrow, pictures etc. will be posted along with video taken at both events.

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-18198608514492434472010-09-13T12:41:00.004-06:002010-09-13T13:10:58.844-06:00

YOU WANT TO BE THERE!THERE IS A NEED FOR YOU TO BE THERE!FIND A WAY TO BITE BACK!Personally, I have been in contact with two representatives of different organizations. For transportation from Colorado to Washington DC, I should have some information within this week or early next.What can you do to help?Watch this video - Bite Back - from Ur Union of Unemployed (UCubed)Check out and register (

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-56717184379605222772010-09-09T20:45:00.005-06:002010-09-09T21:27:39.998-06:00

Are you unemployed, do you know someone who is?Today, I was at the Local (Denver, CO) Community Affiliate Office of the AFL-CIO - www.workingamerica.org. Did you know that they are running a "post card campaign"? I would tend to bet that you hadn't heard. Let me explain.See the picture within this post, it is a smaller cut down version of the post card that will be sent out to unemployed

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-62111250474690035382010-08-27T19:01:00.006-06:002010-09-01T01:36:15.993-06:00

On August 28 there will be a rally and march in Detroit, Michigan. If you live in the area, please make it a priority to be there.March in Detroit: Call to MarchAugust 28 Rally & March to Rebuild AmericaThe Rainbow PUSH Coalition and UAW, along with our friends and allies, will march to mark the beginning of a new campaign that will call on our leaders to Rebuild America by enacting policy that

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-16796549121299539162010-08-19T22:04:00.004-06:002010-08-19T22:21:46.098-06:00

Do your State Senators hold "town hall" meetings? How about "coffee meetings"? Did I hear you say No?I'm a very fortunate person, living in Colorado. My State Senator and State House Representative do hold these meetings - EVERY month! Even though in Colorado our Senators and House Reps are only in session from January to mid May, these "coffee" and "town hall" meetings are held every month.

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-49010002941638876412010-08-09T08:41:00.005-06:002010-08-09T08:56:05.447-06:00

Last week, Senator Debbie Stabenow (on Twitter - @ StabenowPress) introduced Senate Bill 3706 for 99ers, Tier 5. Read up on how what this bill is intended to do for you!S. 3706: A bill to extend unemployment insurance benefits and cut taxes for businesses to create hiring incentives, and for other purposes.Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) has sponsored this bill along with 11 cosponsors:Sherrod

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-31816871943435492622010-08-07T14:48:00.006-06:002010-08-10T13:23:12.421-06:00

I was shocked last evening by a phone call from the Colorado unemployment office. The purpose of their call was to make sure that I had received the 6 weeks of unemployment that was due to me and to answer any questions that I had.For Colorado, this is the information that was given. (for other states links see at the end)Tier 1 is for 20 weeks or 80% of your claim whichever is lowerTier 2 is

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-82296745883740726222010-08-01T20:44:00.007-06:002010-08-01T20:57:52.684-06:00

Just in! Hot News!From @ExtendUENow comes this message.NYC RALLY AUGUST 12, 2010 FOR UNEMPLOYMENTNYC RALLY for TIER5 #99ers #TwitterMarch Aug12thWE AREN'T GIVING UP AND HOPE YOU AREN'T EITHER!(WITH YOUR HELP!)This is YOUR organization and we need you!Press Conference / Rally: Keep the American Dream Alive - Tier Five!THURSDAY AUGUST 12th12-1 pmFederal Hall26 Wall St.New York City(Take train #4

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-29398750017118094262010-08-01T16:59:00.003-06:002010-08-01T17:07:19.124-06:00

There is a petition site now - you can sign the petition against companies who discriminate against unemployed persons and write your story (which is optional).Plain and simple - This site is located here. Please sign the petition! Tell your story.Within my blog I have also written on companies that do not hire the unemployed. Please see and add comments. I'm all about "whistleblowing" and

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-82816037072311144242010-07-28T20:51:00.003-06:002010-07-28T21:11:42.096-06:00

Are you tired of the same old job advertisements and offerings on www.indeed.com and www.simplyhired.com? Why not try some news ones that I have found.There are job search sites for everything and best of all, you can set up job agents to go to your email account. If you haven't yet, you may want to set up one email account for applying for jobs.www.linkup.com - a place for those REAL

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-85922445135530541762010-07-23T15:02:00.007-06:002010-07-26T00:18:01.864-06:00

This list was compiled and organized by @mysteryms via Twitter. She has done an EXCELLENT job on the list!In this list you will find, an alphabetic listing of Senators by name, includes their address in DC with phone & fax numbers, their websites, their email addresses, where to find them on facebook & twitter and their You Tube channels.Please give @mysteryms a HUGE atta girl!Daniel K. Akaka (D

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-76607944403279823512010-07-22T17:42:00.002-06:002010-07-22T17:46:36.649-06:00

As always, below is the vote and the way the bill reads. President Obama has also signed the bill into law. The following information comes from http://clerk.house.gov/evs/2010/index.asp <!--[if !mso]> v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0

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Hi All,Unfortunately, I was unable to see the vote but will update this blog page when I return home.WE STOOD UP AND WERE HEARD!

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-85778621699193689412010-07-21T17:35:00.004-06:002010-07-21T19:38:19.543-06:00

Changes in my blog - at the bottom of each blog post there is a "share" box so that you can share my posts with others by email, Twitter, Facebook and others. Please feel free to try it out!Here's the vote from Senate today:This information comes from the United States Senate website. Please visit the website and read the bills that were voted on.Another good website for tracking sessions of

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-50976518826203469592010-07-20T12:14:00.007-06:002010-07-20T13:58:48.018-06:00

The Senate is set to vote on HR4213 again today at 2:30 EDT. According to the many tweets about it on Twitter, the vote should take about 15 minutes.Results of the vote will be posted as soon as they are available. See how all Senators voted.The vote was taken - 60 YES to 40 NO.Now that the "jobless benefit" bill has passed through the Senate, we must now decide on what to do about job creation

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-41684877114142142852010-07-15T15:40:00.004-06:002010-07-18T00:55:56.084-06:00

Did you get a letter from "Organizing For America" today? It told of Wall Street Reform. The following is what I wrote in reply - <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--><!--[if !mso]> st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } <![endif]--> <!-- /* Style Definitions */

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This list is not by any means complete - YOUR help is needed! Please leave comments below or @ElaineM925 with your Senators and Reps. Account names for Twitter and Facebook appreciated!Here's what I have so far:President Barack Obama@BarackObamaSenateAlabama@richardshelby - Richard ShelbyJeff Sessions - no twitterAlaska@lisamurkowski - Lisa MurkowskiMark Begich - no twitterArizona@

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-46876874178026306612010-07-12T20:01:00.010-06:002010-08-27T19:18:28.317-06:00

Now that our unemployment checks are no longer coming in, do you need assistance? If you are still receiving unemployment benefits, does that check stretch far enough for you?We are all in the same boat.Thanks to @Boiling_Skies, and @dedanna1029 for sharing some links to websites that can help put food on the table, keep your electric/natural gas on, etc. All the websites are national, you can

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-39672715325231863642010-07-12T18:56:00.004-06:002010-07-12T19:18:31.994-06:00

So the Senate reconvened today. Did they talk about unemployment? NO they didn't. Apparently, by Sunday, someone will be named to fill Senator Byrd's West Virginia seat. Next week a vote will hopefully be taken - a YES vote.There are too many of us who have lost benefits. Although I'm not in the 99er category, my unemployment benefits have been suspended between Tier 2 & 3.We are tired,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-37702151362737899992010-07-08T11:21:00.009-06:002010-07-08T21:45:08.593-06:00

I'm reposting part of the blog from yesterday so that you'll see it and act!Thank you to the people who have already sent your email stories, they are being forwarded to our ever-growing list of news stations and newspapers.Unemployment is not something that can't be reported on.If for some reason you couldn't fax your story to your Senator and/or House Representative, if you couldn't call, or

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-27002378505881641872010-07-07T15:14:00.005-06:002010-07-07T16:12:23.433-06:00

If for some reason you couldn't fax your story to your Senator and/or House Representative, if you couldn't call, or show up to protest their NO Votes on HR 4213 and HR 5618, we have another way for your voice to be heard.This way makes it very easy. A few of us have gotten together and set up a central email box for you to send in your stories. We don't care if you are single, married,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-49419179414264462792010-07-07T10:35:00.009-06:002010-07-07T16:11:34.908-06:00

It's not over yet folks. There are 5 more days before the Senate returns and hopefully a YES vote on continuing jobless benefits will be obtained.Here are some stories from today:Why the GOP is blocking!Red card for the Republicans - Blocking jobless benefits is foul play - this sure is the truth! Read about why here.FloridaJobless benefits running out for 147,000 Floridians this week - are you

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-31061034160063725852010-07-05T16:17:00.005-06:002010-07-05T16:47:42.548-06:00

H.I.R.E. ActDo you have a job interview? Did you know that there is a H.I.R.E act to help employers in employing more employees? There is! I would suggest printing this out and bringing it with you to any interview or to a company which you want to work with. Find the H.I.R.E Act explained at the IRS website.Did you know? - InterviewsYears ago, you were hired for your experience within a

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-50402131833925887132010-07-03T10:53:00.003-06:002010-07-03T11:03:46.438-06:00

I just viewed a video on You Tube by the Great but dearly departed George Carlin. Everyone must watch and listen - it tells exactly what is happening in OUR United States and you'll realize that it's been going on for a VERY long time. Please take a look at it by clicking here.In the next few days, I'll go back to my original blogging with national and local news. This will continue until the

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-61893250249479620782010-07-02T11:01:00.006-06:002010-07-02T15:23:52.047-06:00

UPDATE - BETSY MARKEY MUST GO, SHE IS A FOE!The Colorado Independent shared a story on Rep Betsy Markey of District 4 - Colorado.http://coloradoindependent.com/56831/blue-dog-markey-votes-against-unemployment-extension?utm_campaign=twitter&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterShe states that the unemployment bill has no way to be paid for and that is why she voted no. Well in response to Markey,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-30572875195021157472010-07-01T18:16:00.002-06:002010-07-01T18:22:56.600-06:00

I just want to take the time to thank EVERYONE who has signed up to follow my blog, view my blog, and have shared it.My information comes from articles, the official Senate and House of Representative sites. Thank you all for the faxing, emails, phone calls and other ways you have contacted Senators and House Reps to tell them your story and why WE need a YES vote from them.My heart breaks for

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-80089771400250937892010-07-01T14:47:00.002-06:002010-07-01T14:50:01.153-06:00

Here are the way House Reps voted on HR5618 today. Fax numbers can be found for each and every House Rep by State on my "How to fax .... " blog. Just click "older posts" from the bottom of this page.Thank you to all for following along and for your patience in waiting for me to posts the facts.FINAL VOTE RESULTS FOR ROLL CALL 423(Democrats in roman; Republicans in italic; Independents

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-35494027452194444532010-07-01T12:03:00.008-06:002010-07-01T20:06:16.931-06:00

UPDATE FROM OPENCONGRESS - 8:05pm MDThttp://www.opencongress.org/articles/view/1960-Unemployment-Extension-Passes-House-But-the-Bill-is-Now-Stuck-in-Limboexcerpt from article:The Iowa Independent reported earlier in the day that another Senate vote was possible tonight under an emergency session called by Senate Majority Leader Sen. Harry Reid [D, NV], but that does not appear to be panning out.

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-53657921466854168112010-06-30T22:41:00.011-06:002010-07-09T15:39:32.321-06:00

This list is from the vote (June 30th, 2010) on Unemployment Extensions from the Senate. You can also find this vote results in my special edition - unemployment day 3. I'm providing these lists for ease of use when faxing. If you don't know how to fax over the internet, this is a link to assorted free and pay for faxing services. It is just suggestion to read over each of them and chose the

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-88907922678608507802010-06-30T13:29:00.010-06:002010-06-30T20:53:01.967-06:00

SPECIAL BLOG SHOUT OUT to http://dcrevolt.blogspot.com/. I have listed them on the right hand side of this page as well for convenience of finding again.Thank you to @Mitchwyo and @chrisbearkat for answering my question why Harry Reid voted no on his own bill. Their answer - To ask for a reconsideration he has to vote on the winning side - so he intends to ask for another vote.UPDATE - SENATE

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-74810353938041687232010-06-29T22:40:00.006-06:002010-06-29T23:10:15.813-06:00

This is the way the Representatives in the House voted on:BILL TITLE: Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act HR 5618Here's the link and the actual voting tally will follow: http://clerk.house.gov/evs/2010/roll398.xmlHere's the vote tally: START YOUR CAMPAIGNS! Please take note of which House Reps you will be voting out of office in November. I happened to notice that TWO (by

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-51686961593104714332010-06-29T14:58:00.006-06:002010-06-30T16:54:36.221-06:00

Ok everyone ... campaign on!Big discussion last week on how employers are not hiring displaced, laid off workers who are long term. I even blogged about it and provided links to articles.Twitter is a fabulous place where information is shared. Even bad information. Exposing people and companies such as the one below.You can follow the tweets by accessing my profile @ElaineM925 and @

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The weather here is killing me, pain in my knees is unreal - so I took a nap.UPDATE 1:22pm MDTI watched the vote via CSPAN - the bill HR 5618 did NOT pass as previously stated - the vote was 261-155 and we needed 2/3 vote for passage. Please continue phone and fax campaigns!I will post the voting records as soon as they are available online.UPDATE 6:40pm MDTSenators Reid, Baucus Unveil New

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-74175721593608572712010-06-28T16:48:00.005-06:002010-06-29T22:59:46.049-06:00

Millions of us have lost or are losing our unemployment benefits, COBRA ARRA benefits etc. This has all happened because the Senators couldn't get their acts together. I encourage each and every one of you to write letters and fax them to ALL Senators OR at least to the ones who denied us "extended benefits". This is where you can find the list of Senators with their fax numbers - http://

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-4065366506416808642010-06-25T23:15:00.004-06:002010-06-25T23:53:50.567-06:00

As the title says, according to daily holidays, it is take your dog to work day. If you are working and have a dog, did you take him along? Think of how much fun that would be.The temperature rose to 102 degrees in downtown Denver for the first time since 2008. Last year, because of the crazy weather we had there were no over 100 degree days. Thinking back, I was thankful for that.Notes from

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-12835292306308735222010-06-24T22:42:00.005-06:002010-06-25T00:09:10.948-06:00

OUCH! Another 95 degree day, and that was around 4pm MDT. Tonight, there is a nice breeze coming in. Tomorrow, we're supposed to get up in the 100's, thankfully, the humidity here is low.Notes from the Home FrontTwo more rejection letters today - I don't always note them here but with the way things are going downhill, thought I would mention them. My new internet provider and services from

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-29189490573303547882010-06-23T22:57:00.003-06:002010-06-23T23:40:00.404-06:00

It was a balmy 95 degrees yesterday but only in the mid 80s today. In my area, we've had no rain in days, we really need it since we are a mile high the sun is that much closer than for the land at sea level. At least we rarely suffer from high humidity.Notes from the Home FrontNothing much out of the normal going on although some of the cucumber plants have flowers on them.National

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-83896981976272409102010-06-21T22:34:00.003-06:002010-06-21T23:11:19.813-06:00

The temperature today got up into the 90s and I could have sworn this morning that the weather reporter said 98% humidity which is unusual for Colorado. The skies were blue all day.Notes from the Home FrontHigh Speed Internet with unlimited access was installed. Oh happy day! In other news, this morning I found that my upstairs neighbor is a cellist. Although that might be wonderful and

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-27644965050954719382010-06-19T21:39:00.003-06:002010-06-19T23:13:46.018-06:00

Everyday has a meaning. Today can be called Emancipation Day. Juneteenth, "War is Hell" Day,World Juggling Day, or World Sauntering. Call it what you want, it'll still be June 19th.My blog will not have National News, Local News or even Tech News tonight. Instead I'll describe my day.The day started out in its usual way, a pot of coffee and some cinnamon swirl toast. After some consideration

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-82488229276463236212010-06-18T22:28:00.003-06:002010-06-18T23:35:58.123-06:00

Tropical Smoothie Cafe kicked off the first day of summer by celebrating the 4th annual National Flip Flop Day. To the first 500 on June 18th, 2010 at any Tropical Smoothie Cafe location wearing flip flops and they received a free 24 oz Jetty Punch smoothie.Who knew?Notes from the Home FrontToday, I took a break from watching the US Senate and the US House of Representatives. Sometimes

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-29092963692044421392010-06-17T20:20:00.008-06:002010-06-17T22:56:05.737-06:00

What a gorgeous day! Sunny, warm, small clouds floating across the sky. It was also quiet here. Although it was a great day to sit out, tan and cool off in the pool, here I sat.This week while discussing the Oil Spew via Twitter, I asked this question, "do you think that there is a relationship between oil drilling and earthquakes?". The person didn't know but another follower sent me the

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-22956456605399177442010-06-17T18:45:00.007-06:002010-06-17T20:14:40.878-06:00

Today, I watched the BP hearings, the US Senate proceedings where they continued voting on all the segments of HR 4213, and via Twitter followed the hashtag #oilspill and #unemployment. This was all in addition to my regular duties of job searching. You'd think that someone had bolted me to my favorite chair all day.Since there are many articles to share, I'm going to break up my blog posts

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-53941984540065706152010-06-17T00:01:00.004-06:002010-06-17T00:30:58.700-06:00

There are times when I have other things to tend to. This time it was a trip to, what I call the recording studio, for another blog and podcast. All went well with that.Notes from the Home FrontNothing of interest today.Unemployment NewsDo you wonder why there has been so many set backs on HR 4213? Go to the US Senate site and look up the bill. Just as I wrote yesterday, there is so much '

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-11450243588445491702010-06-15T22:25:00.003-06:002010-06-15T22:58:40.875-06:00

I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it myself. I'll go right to Unemployment News because it's important to me and millions of others.Unemployment NewsAfter watching both the Senate and House in action today I am a firm believer that we who are STILL unemployed will just be made to lay down and die. I can't believe how little regard these people who we put in office have for us. One

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-25323289582226761722010-06-15T11:55:00.008-06:002010-06-15T12:53:32.779-06:00

Here I sit watching CSPAN - live feed from U.S. House of Representatives. What I have noticed by watching, why are the seats mostly empty? Where are OUR House Representatives, do they not care about what WE want?For the past 1/2 hour or so, a debate has gone on between Rep Chellie Pingree (D-Maine), and Rep Virginia Foxx (R-NC) on the impact of banks lending to small businesses.The REAL problem

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-20126173895900949042010-06-14T21:44:00.006-06:002010-06-14T23:00:21.695-06:00

A semi nice day today. We had some sun, some blue skies and some rain. This weather is crazy.Notes from the Home FrontAs most of you know, I'm unemployed, and looking for that fabulous position where I can use my talents and skills to make a difference. If you hear of anything in the Southeast Metro Denver area of Colorado, please be sure to contact me. My experiences have been from Office

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-40640842897427412522010-06-13T21:46:00.005-06:002010-06-13T22:12:38.872-06:00

It's rained all weekend, temperatures were in the 50s. Only in Colorado does the weather behave like this. Tomorrow, we'll have somewhere between 70 and 90.Notes from the Home FrontYesterday, after finishing up taking items down to the storage unit, I was exhausted and instead of posting my blog, fell asleep instead. Today, did some cleaning in the spare room and made a trip out for

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-36891209791305169162010-06-11T22:22:00.003-06:002010-06-11T22:54:15.697-06:00

I usually start out explaining how hot it was today. Truth is, I have no idea. This afternoon/evening 3 tornadoes touched down in Colorado. Funnel clouds came close to where I live but sirens never went off. We had a few downpours of rain followed by humidity.Notes from the Home FrontI was advised yesterday that the storage units in my building were going to be available today. After

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-53199131439017922242010-06-10T23:16:00.003-06:002010-06-11T00:04:34.199-06:00

Although we had a high of 85 today, sunshine and blue skies, we also had tornado and severe thunderstorm watches and warnings. This evening we had some rain but that was it.Notes from the Home FrontThere really isn't anything newsworthy at home today.National NewsOil Spill - Gulf of MexicoWatching CNN at the moment, something bad is really going on down there. CNN is reporting that BP issued a

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-3344655106602580782010-06-09T22:18:00.004-06:002010-06-09T23:23:53.685-06:00

More tornado and thunderstorm warnings and watches across Colorado today. The high was 86 degrees but felt like 100.Notes from the Home FrontIt's so nice to have a GREAT staff at the rental office. Tonight, it's pretty quiet around here, no late night parties or loud obnoxious neighbors. I was informed that we have two pools here and since the other one is off the beaten path, it'll be

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-71926587970920571652010-06-08T22:20:00.006-06:002010-06-08T23:58:13.344-06:00

The weather again today was odd. It was reported that we'd only see low 70s but alas, the weatherman lied again. There is a saying here in Colorado "if you don't like the weather wait 15 minutes".Notes from the Home FrontAs the title states, Clip those coupons! There are many sites that will send you coupons for items that you buy, and ones that you don't. Today, I took some coupons to the

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-30548253126606272482010-06-07T20:36:00.004-06:002010-06-07T22:11:33.276-06:00

Today's temperature must have hit 97! If it didn't it sure felt like it and maybe more.Notes from the Home FrontAs I mentioned it was hot today. Around 2pm, it was decided that a trip to the pool would be great. Let me tell you, it was, at least for the 2 1/2 hours that I spent there. The only reason for leaving the pool area was not because I was tired or even that I'd had enough. The real

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-80087650933263087602010-06-06T22:02:00.003-06:002010-06-06T22:38:50.103-06:00

Today temps got up in the high 80s, the blue skies were dotted with fluffy clouds that reminded me of cotton balls. There are severe thunderstorm warnings and watching up in the northeast corner of Colorado, near to Nebraska. As of this writing, the humidity has risen to an unbearable percentage.Notes from the Home FrontThe wildflower seeds that I planted may never come up. The pot that they

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-54252615589171357502010-06-05T22:16:00.001-06:002010-06-05T22:17:36.657-06:00

I'm suspending my blog tonight due to weather. The lightning is really close.

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-24428841747373605062010-06-04T21:52:00.004-06:002010-06-04T22:32:12.674-06:00

Did we experience Spring? I don't think so! Summer seems to be here as it was 97 degrees today.Notes from the Home FrontBusy day today. Went grocery shopping and made a few other stops. Why is it that when in the grocery store and the lines are long, no one sees fit to open a few more? The customers behind me had ice cream in their cart, just like I did. I swear it was melting during the 15

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-19134162319528148202010-06-03T22:13:00.003-06:002010-06-03T22:58:25.157-06:00

The temperature was in the 80s today although I never expected it to get that high today.Notes from the Home FrontI'm still reading "Cross" by James Patterson and am about 1/2 way through it. Tonight, I'm watching CNN live from Louisiana with Anderson Cooper. It's absolutely heartbreaking to see what affect this oil spew is doing to the wildlife.National NewsOil SpillFrom watching CNN tonight,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-56190297545303852192010-06-02T22:51:00.005-06:002010-06-02T23:55:53.188-06:00

What a nice day today. The Powerball Lottery was up to $264 million dollars today, at least last I heard. Did you get your tickets? I did.Notes from the Home FrontTonight, I started another book. This time it's "Cross" by author James Patterson. Since Patterson's books are easy reads, within just over an hour I've read 78 pages. His books are usually always around 300-400 pages. This book

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-2828833896741476892010-06-01T21:01:00.005-06:002010-06-01T21:32:17.812-06:00

What's normal you ask. I'm not quite sure lately. Comments? Without looking, it is a full moon? People have acted unusually odd.Notes from the Home FrontWell not much going on here. The weather is hot and tonight is humid. Humidity is something that Colorado rarely gets. Perhaps it's going to rain. Looking at the weather forecast, it's only 66 degrees here at 9pm MDT. Temperatures for

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-75444941729314498502010-05-30T21:56:00.001-06:002010-05-30T21:58:30.788-06:00

In Honor of Our Service Men and WomenI'm suspending posting until Tuesday.

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-71103889393885995182010-05-29T01:33:00.003-06:002010-05-29T01:48:32.199-06:00

The temperature got up to 99 degrees today. Gassed up my vehicle for the first time in over a month for $2.56/gallon for 85 Octane.Notes from the Home FrontThe cucumber plants got their first trip to the balcony today. They are really growing nicely and I think that I noticed that they might be sprouting some flowers soon. The pots of cucumber plants are back in the living room for the night

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-11102887112535391622010-05-27T23:31:00.006-06:002010-05-28T00:11:41.942-06:00

Temperatures were up in the 90's today. At 11:30pm MDT, it's 72 degrees. Looks as though tomorrow will be more of the same. On the news tonight, they showed Donnor Summit in California where they got SNOW!Notes from the Home FrontToo hot this afternoon to do any sawing out on the balcony, so the trellis didn't get made. Perhaps early tomorrow morning.My blog today will be short .... because

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-45115317159205969912010-05-26T22:18:00.004-06:002010-05-26T22:36:57.336-06:00

Early today the weather was hot and humid. We don't normally get high humidity here in Colorado. This afternoon and part of this evening we had tornado warnings, tornado watches and a tornado touch down up in the northeast area.Notes from the Home FrontNot much to tell about today. Because of the high winds in my area, I was unable to cut the wood for the trellis on the balcony. I'm hopeful

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-67226132612033435172010-05-25T22:15:00.004-06:002010-05-25T23:20:21.083-06:00

Gorgeous day today, in the mid 70s. Blue skies and sun shining! Overall just nice!Fun Fact of the DayToday is Towel Day! Yes, Towel Day! Read all about it! Interesting!Notes from the Home FrontYes folks, I did get to Home Depot today. Instead of spending a ton of money on a pre-made trellis, I purchased some lattice pieces for 35 cents a piece. Since they are 4 foot, I will use 3 of them

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-82476800301525598682010-05-24T22:11:00.003-06:002010-05-24T23:05:55.575-06:00

Thank you to all my readers for understanding about me suspending my blog of last night.Notes from the Home FrontToday, we were under High Wind Warnings. Trees were pulled right out of the place where they once stood, roots and all.Because of the high winds, my trip to Home Depot will have to wait until tomorrow. While I was out to a doctors appointment, my vehicle was all over the road because

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-73900562660180447212010-05-23T22:45:00.003-06:002010-05-23T22:50:20.976-06:00

Tonights blog was suspended due to the watching of LOST!After watching all these yearsAll I can say is:WOW!I will continue with my regularly scheduled blog tomorrow.STAND UP AND BE HEARD!

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-19997166334402548442010-05-22T22:06:00.002-06:002010-05-22T23:05:23.620-06:00

Temperatures were up in the 80s today. Gorgeous blue skies, and the sun was shining throughout the day.Notes from the Home FrontThe weather may have been good but the winds were up to 50 mph. I had the balcony door open about 5 inches while the wind was blowing. It blew so hard that my balcony screen door opened. With that, my plant stand fell over - what a mess that made. All is cleaned up

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-54954826210588008782010-05-21T22:16:00.004-06:002010-05-21T22:57:47.875-06:00

It's 10pm and 67 degrees, although it feels much warmer than that. Was a gorgeous day today.Notes from the Home FrontTomorrow, there will be a trip to my local Home Depot for some lengths of 1 x4 wood to build a trellis for the gladiolas. Today, after putting them outside for a while, the wind blew them over and unfortunately, they look pretty sad.I received another email stating the one of my

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-7215443095201152992010-05-20T22:59:00.002-06:002010-05-20T23:26:15.740-06:00

Nice day today, temperatures in the 70s, skies were blue, the sun was bright.Notes from the Home FrontPlants are all doing well. The green pepper sprouts will need transplanting soon.Do any of you watch Grey's Anatomy? Tonight is the season finale, the episode is two hours long. Good thing I was able to record it.Unemployment NewsI hadn't seen much chatter today about unemployment but there

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-16208492151392744172010-05-19T19:29:00.007-06:002010-05-19T21:07:31.943-06:00

Today was another beautiful day in the neighborhood. A little bit of rain fell but otherwise, sun shining, blue skies and warm.Notes from the Home FrontToday, I realized that a trellis is needed to hold the gladiolas up, I'm very sure that I can make one cheaper than buying one. When I do, of course, I'll take pictures of it. A trellis might also work well once the cucumber plants start

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-56182771144868322482010-05-18T21:56:00.004-06:002010-05-18T22:39:23.793-06:00

The weather on the front range is getting warmer if you don't include tomorrow when the temps will dip to 61 for the high and rain. It was 74 degrees when I went to the grocery store today. This afternoon and evening until 9pm, my area was under Tornado watches and warnings. All we got was heavy hail coming down about an hour ago.Notes from the Home FrontThe cucumbers have definitely survived

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-12380246350628249572010-05-17T20:51:00.002-06:002010-05-17T21:24:46.425-06:00

Well folks, the temperature got up to 75 today but again there is snow in the forecast for the higher elevations. Tonight, down on the "front range" we have heat lightning crossing the skies. It's really rather eerie.Notes from the Home FrontSo far, the replanted cucumbers are doing well. There are 5 new sprouts in the green pepper pot. I sat outside on the balcony today and started reading

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-33862931524632044532010-05-16T22:18:00.009-06:002010-05-16T23:02:19.205-06:00

Not too much to say this evening. It was 68 degrees today, sun shining, blue skies dotted with a few clouds. Each evening the sun shines a bit longer, being a "sunshine gal" this is pure happiness.Notes from the Home FrontReplanting two wax begonias, and those tender cucumber plants took every bit of energy out of me. While replanting the cucumber plants to thin them out to other pots,

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-59836584179126696172010-05-15T22:18:00.003-06:002010-05-15T22:45:59.573-06:00

The weather was nice all day, so nice that I ate breakfast and had kawfee out on the balcony. For the past hour or so, there has been lightning yet no thunder or rain. No snow in the forecast but the western part of the state is under tornado warnings and severe wind and weather.Notes from the Home FrontAs the title says, today was housecleaning day, floors and carpets vacuumed, floors steam

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-34793741977037375682010-05-14T09:49:00.010-06:002010-05-14T22:01:19.215-06:00

No snow last night! YAY! The weather is comfortable today and the sun is out. Good day to relax on the balcony with a cup of kawfee (spelled in NY accent) and a good book. Do you read? What are your favorite authors? Mine are James Patterson, Nelson DeMille and Jeffery Deaver. Notes from the Home Front I had moved in February to a better neighborhood and to save myself some money. I love

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-57350751997612555382010-05-13T22:27:00.006-06:002010-05-13T23:17:52.364-06:00

We had more snow last night but this time it didn't accumulate. Today's weather was cold and rainy, while I was out the high was around 53 degrees. Tonight's weather report states that the higher elevations over 6500 feet will have more snow but rain below that. Guess I'll have to take my camera out with me and take pictures of all the snow on the mountains.Notes from the Home FrontThere is

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-24803827866579515682010-05-12T14:54:00.007-06:002010-05-12T18:24:23.453-06:00

There was snow falling last night fast and furious. Total accumulation was approximately 1-2 inches but as of this writing it has all melted.Notes from the Home FrontI did call the number obtained from Ohio University of the Master Gardner but they are only in the office on Mondays and Fridays between the hours of 9am-noon and again on the 1st Wednesday of each month from 4pm to 7pm. I'll have

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-32098067346318033272010-05-11T20:35:00.003-06:002010-05-11T21:55:46.397-06:00

Is anyone else as confused as I am watching the final episodes of LOST? If you get it, what is it all about lately, please fill me in! I've watched it from the beginning and this season is just too confusing to continue to watch.So my readers and friends, another day is slowly coming to a close. I've asked a few people for suggestions regarding my blog and have decided to change it a bit -

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-82956249663973975142010-05-10T21:15:00.002-06:002010-05-10T21:51:42.306-06:00

I'm a bit later than I wanted to be with posting my blog tonight.Notes from the Home FrontI had an interview for a position in a busy call center today. The two ladies who interviewed me where very nice and described the position perfectly. When I woke up though, because this weather is just a killer, all I did was cough, sneeze and blow my nose. It was apparent to me that these allergy

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-37599955855961994962010-05-09T20:35:00.005-06:002010-05-09T21:23:54.053-06:00

Happy Mothers Day to all my friends. Was a gorgeous day here, in the 70s, sun shining, the trees and flowers continue to bloom. My allergies get worse as Mother Nature beautifies the world.Yesterday, I wrote about online reputations. Today, through a tweet, I learned of a website to view just how people view you. It's called http://www.webmii.com/. Along that same topic, there is a website

Elainehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603506778949509328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6024831832467076823.post-23860133648402994152010-05-08T21:25:00.008-06:002010-05-08T22:38:23.398-06:00

Today was the birthday of a friend of mine - Happy Birthday dear friend! This same friend sent me something worth republishing. I thought it was cute and funny.With time, women gain weight because we accumulate so much information and wisdom in our heads that when there is no more room, it distributes out to the rest of our bodies.So we aren't heavy, we are enormously cultured, educated, and

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I'd like to thank you all for following my blog. Having followers is a huge honor for me.News from the Home FrontThis morning, I have made a few phone calls and received some as well. On Monday, I have an interview! WOW! Incredible! The vacancy that I will interview for is in training. For the past 5 years, that's been a part of what I have done.After searching the internet for articles on

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Notes from the Home FrontI woke up today with the runny, half stuffy nose, watery eyes and an annoying cough. Apparently, the blooming trees, which are beautiful, are having an adverse affect on me. It took almost an hour to get my eyes to focus correctly. I've taken just about everything on the market and some prescriptions for this, none of these seem to work. Getting poked and feeling

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Another gorgeous day outside, blue skies, trees blooming in all their bright colors! This alone can brighten a persons spirits. My cucumber plants are about 4 inches tall now and need replanting!Here are the results of my phone calls today!Yes, I keep handy a document with all my US Senators, US Representatives phone numbers and in addition the names and email address of all my State Senators

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With so many of us unemployed, I wanted to share this with permission from the owner of the blog entitled US Unemployed.Please use any way you know how or use the links below to send the message. WE ARE MAIN STREET and we're NOT putting up with anymore. We NEED Tier 5 and perhaps more!There is also a link on my blog for finding out who your US Senators and Congress people are. USE IT! CALL

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It's amazing and almost startling that in one day I gained 13 followers on Twitter.Stand up and Be Heard!I can see where this is helping to make a difference in someone's life or a few lives. No matter how small or insignificant something might seem to you, when you exercise your right to Stand Up and Be Heard, people really seem to notice. It's like that snowball that starts out small but

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The start of the new week brings many new items to view.The skies are blue here, sun is out, trees continue to bloom along with flowers.Have any of you started a vegetable garden? Do you enjoy planting flowers? I do! Since I live in an apartment with a nice but on the smaller side balcony, I've started using pots, potting soil and seeds from my local Dollar Tree to plant flowers and vegetables

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Spring has finally sprung! In the quiet neighborhood where life is as good as it gets, the trees are blooming with colors of bright greens, pinks and shades of red. The lawns are rich with newly grown thick green grass hiding the brown spots left by the winter cold and snow.With so much beauty around us, it's still devastating to know that there is so much wrong in this country, the world.As I

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Welcome to Surviving In The Recession!My blog site has materialized from my ideas and issues of everyday life - helping others, my current state of unemployment, world news, current events and wanting to network with others who share the same views or not. Basically, I want to make a difference.I'd like others to join in here, share your thoughts on what I have written or post something that

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