Lately my family has been struggling with the sickness of my grandfather. My grandpa, my dad's dad, has had kidney cancer for the last four or five years. We have known all along that the cancer would eventually take his life. There is no cure for kidney cancer if it is found outside of the kidney, which is what my grandfather had. They took out his kidney several years ago and the doctors told us that the cancer would return somewhere at sometime. Several years went by and it has now returned. For the last year, my grandfather has been battling this cancer that has now made its home in his bones, lungs, and possibly his brain. This last month has not been easy for our family. My grandpa has gone downhill extremely quick. There is no longer anything they can do to try and fight off the cancer.
We have been making many trips to Seneca, Missouri to see my grandparents lately. We were there last night and we are getting ready to go down there again tonight. We know that it is only a matter of time before he passes, so we want to be there to help my grandmother and grandfather any way we can in these last days. We don't know how long he will live, but we want to spend as much time together as we can. My dad has both a brother and a sister. My uncle lives in Nixa, Missouri and my aunt lives in Kansas City, Missouri. Thankfully we have been able to see each other a lot and be together quite a bit through this journey. The whole family will be there tonight when we go down to see my grandparents. I am so thankful for all the prayers, encouraging notes, and trips that people have made to reach out to my grandparents during this phase of life. I know that no one is ever ready to say goodbye to a loved one, but with God's grace we will walk this journey knowing that Christ is supreme. May God be glorified even in our weakest moments.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Panda Turns One
Fox News published an article about a panda bear this week. Atlanta, Georgia's Zoo is housing a giant panda bear that is celebrating his first birthday. The cub's name is "Po." The celebration for the cub started at 11 a.m. on Thursday. The first 100 guests to visit the panda will receive a special prize. Po was the only panda bear to be born in the United States this past year. Po was also the third baby panda cub to be born at the Atlanta Zoo. Only four zoos in the United States have giant pandas which are leased from China.
I thought this was a neat article. I have always thought that panda bears were unique and cute animals. I would love to go see and pet a panda bear.
I have always thought that panda bears were neat animals. Pandas are so cute, cuddly, cozy, and sweet looking. I know that there are probably some very unfriendly panda bears. I mean, they are "bears" for a reason. However, they just always seem so sweet and nice in the pictures or videos that I see of them. I would like to actually see a panda bear in person and be around one so that I could see if they are friendly or not. I would guess that if they were raised around humans, then they would be fairly nice. I think it would be neat to go to the Atlanta zoo and see the celebration take place. This would be a great event to take the family to, as well. I hope that the event goes well and that the panda has a nice birthday.
What do you think about panda bears? Would you like to attend this celebration for Po, or would you rather just stay home?
I thought this was a neat article. I have always thought that panda bears were unique and cute animals. I would love to go see and pet a panda bear.
I have always thought that panda bears were neat animals. Pandas are so cute, cuddly, cozy, and sweet looking. I know that there are probably some very unfriendly panda bears. I mean, they are "bears" for a reason. However, they just always seem so sweet and nice in the pictures or videos that I see of them. I would like to actually see a panda bear in person and be around one so that I could see if they are friendly or not. I would guess that if they were raised around humans, then they would be fairly nice. I think it would be neat to go to the Atlanta zoo and see the celebration take place. This would be a great event to take the family to, as well. I hope that the event goes well and that the panda has a nice birthday.
What do you think about panda bears? Would you like to attend this celebration for Po, or would you rather just stay home?
Friday, October 28, 2011
10 Ways to Not Be An Annoying Passenger
Fox News published an article about 10 ways to not be an annoying airline passenger. The article was published as the horizon of holiday travels is coming fast upon us. While there is not much you can do about delays and long lines, you can help by not being an annoying passenger. The first way you can help is by doing your homework so that you don't hold up the line. Next, don't crowd the gate out of turn. Then, Listen to the safety demo. The next one is go easy on the recline button. Another tip is to try and remember that this is an airplane, not a sports bar. This one is a biggie, don't crowd your seatmate. Then, wait to pick up that cell phone. Another tip is to read the labels. Then the last one is to not forget your manners.
I found this article very interesting and true. I think that people often forget some of these simple tips and can become annoying very easily.
I liked this article. I have never really flown during the holidays. However, I do know that it is a hectic time for travel and that people can be put on the edge. No one wants to stand in a long line or hear that your flight has been delayed when you are trying to get home for the holidays. However, that is life and that is just apart of traveling. Therefore, you can be of help and great relief to the workers and other travelers if you will not be annoying. I found these 10 tips very practical and true when it comes to traveling. No one likes a rude, inconsiderate, uncaring, non-interested passenger or fellow traveler. We need to start thinking beyond ourselves and think of others. Think about the people that have to work on these holidays and are not with their families. I am sure that they would love to be almost anywhere else except at work on the holidays. Therefore, we need to think about others and how the decisions we make will effect them. The lines are not going to go any faster and the delays are not going to go away or get any better with someone being annoying. If you are traveling this holiday, then try to stay positive and not self-centered.
Did you enjoy these tips? Do you travel long distances for the holidays or do you just stay at home? Nevertheless, this is some practical advise for those who are endeavoring to fly this holiday season.
I found this article very interesting and true. I think that people often forget some of these simple tips and can become annoying very easily.
I liked this article. I have never really flown during the holidays. However, I do know that it is a hectic time for travel and that people can be put on the edge. No one wants to stand in a long line or hear that your flight has been delayed when you are trying to get home for the holidays. However, that is life and that is just apart of traveling. Therefore, you can be of help and great relief to the workers and other travelers if you will not be annoying. I found these 10 tips very practical and true when it comes to traveling. No one likes a rude, inconsiderate, uncaring, non-interested passenger or fellow traveler. We need to start thinking beyond ourselves and think of others. Think about the people that have to work on these holidays and are not with their families. I am sure that they would love to be almost anywhere else except at work on the holidays. Therefore, we need to think about others and how the decisions we make will effect them. The lines are not going to go any faster and the delays are not going to go away or get any better with someone being annoying. If you are traveling this holiday, then try to stay positive and not self-centered.
Did you enjoy these tips? Do you travel long distances for the holidays or do you just stay at home? Nevertheless, this is some practical advise for those who are endeavoring to fly this holiday season.
Lost Dog Reunited
Fox News published an article about a lost dog that had been found. For 3 months, a Jack Russel terrier had been missing from his home in Tennessee. Little did his owners know that 500 miles away the little Jack Russel terrier would be found in Michigan. The Michigan Humane Society said that someone recently found the little terrier, named Petey, in the Detroit suburb of Rochester Hills. While the dog was being examined, they discovered that he had a microchip. The 4 year-old terrier's owner, Jim Arrighi, was notified. The Jack Russel went missing in July, but thanks to the aid of a Michigan resident, he is now back home in Erin, Tennessee.
I found this article very interesting. I find it amazing that the little Jack Russel terrier did not die or become serious injured as he journeyed so far away.
When I saw the title to this article, I was intrigued. As I read the article, I could not help but be reminded of the movie, Homeward Bound. I watched this movie when I was a little girl. The movie was about these dogs and a cat that run away from their home or get lost in the middle of no where. The animals always made it back home, though. Therefore, this sounded like it came from a movie. I was also interested in the fact that the dog was microchipped. I don't know how I really feel about microchipping a dog. I see how it is useful if the dog gets lost, like in this case. However, I just don't know if I like the idea of a dog having a chip inside of them. I know that it is not a large chip nor does it bother them, but I still don't know if I like it. I don't think I would ever get one of my dogs microchipped, but I won't say never. Nevertheless, I am glad that the dog was able to make it safely back to their owners home. This will definitely make for a great story to tell.
How about you? Do you like the idea of microchipping a dog? Would you ever do it?
I found this article very interesting. I find it amazing that the little Jack Russel terrier did not die or become serious injured as he journeyed so far away.
When I saw the title to this article, I was intrigued. As I read the article, I could not help but be reminded of the movie, Homeward Bound. I watched this movie when I was a little girl. The movie was about these dogs and a cat that run away from their home or get lost in the middle of no where. The animals always made it back home, though. Therefore, this sounded like it came from a movie. I was also interested in the fact that the dog was microchipped. I don't know how I really feel about microchipping a dog. I see how it is useful if the dog gets lost, like in this case. However, I just don't know if I like the idea of a dog having a chip inside of them. I know that it is not a large chip nor does it bother them, but I still don't know if I like it. I don't think I would ever get one of my dogs microchipped, but I won't say never. Nevertheless, I am glad that the dog was able to make it safely back to their owners home. This will definitely make for a great story to tell.
How about you? Do you like the idea of microchipping a dog? Would you ever do it?
A Glorious Evening of Baseball
Fox News published an article about the St. Louis Cardinals today. The St. Louis Cardinals won game six of the World Series last night against the Texas Rangers. Both teams are now tied with 3 wins each and will play again tonight in St. Louis for their final game. The winner of tonight's game will be World Series Camps. The Cardinals took the Rangers to extra innings and finally ended the game with a walk-off home run from David Freese. The Cardinals rallied twice to take the game into extra innings. The final game will take place this evening to see who is crowned the 2011 World Series Champions.
I loved this article. I really loved this article because the St. Louis Cardinals won. The Cardinals continue to amaze their fans as the press on to game seven of the World Series.
This article made me very happy. As I was watching the game last night, I have to admit that I was trying to prepare myself for defeat. The Cardinals had an opportunity to score several times, but they were not able to advance the runners to the home plate. As the game was coming closer to the 9th inning, I began to reconcile in my mind that they might not be able to pull this one off. However, to my amazing surprise, they did it! They took the game into extra innings. Then, the most wonderful thing happened. I just told my family as David Freese came up to bat, in a joking manner, that I thought it would be okay with me if he would hit a home run (not thinking that he would actually do it). Then it happened; David Freese hit a home run!!! I loved watching as David ran the bases and then made his way to home plate. The whole team was gathered around home plate and celebrated with David as he finished his run. I am so happy that they were able to win. Tonight I will be watching the game with my family, hoping that the Cardinals can pull off one more win.
So, did you watch the game last night? Who are you cheering for in the final game of this World Series? Who do you think will win? Let's hope that the St. Louis Cardinals can win one more game to seal their amazing comeback season!
I loved this article. I really loved this article because the St. Louis Cardinals won. The Cardinals continue to amaze their fans as the press on to game seven of the World Series.
This article made me very happy. As I was watching the game last night, I have to admit that I was trying to prepare myself for defeat. The Cardinals had an opportunity to score several times, but they were not able to advance the runners to the home plate. As the game was coming closer to the 9th inning, I began to reconcile in my mind that they might not be able to pull this one off. However, to my amazing surprise, they did it! They took the game into extra innings. Then, the most wonderful thing happened. I just told my family as David Freese came up to bat, in a joking manner, that I thought it would be okay with me if he would hit a home run (not thinking that he would actually do it). Then it happened; David Freese hit a home run!!! I loved watching as David ran the bases and then made his way to home plate. The whole team was gathered around home plate and celebrated with David as he finished his run. I am so happy that they were able to win. Tonight I will be watching the game with my family, hoping that the Cardinals can pull off one more win.
So, did you watch the game last night? Who are you cheering for in the final game of this World Series? Who do you think will win? Let's hope that the St. Louis Cardinals can win one more game to seal their amazing comeback season!
Friday, October 21, 2011
World Series Drama
Fox News published an article last night about the World Series game. The Texas Rangers and the St. Louis Cardinals have played two games in the World Series. Wednesday night, the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Rangers 3-2 in their opener at home. However, last night, the Texas Rangers had a ninth inning rally to beat the Cardinals 2-1. The Cardinals and Rangers are now tied 1-1 in the World Series. The two teams will now travel to Texas to play in front of the Rangers home crowd on Saturday night. Texas is seeking their first Series title in franchise history, while the Cardinals are striving to win an incredible, unexpected, comeback.
This baseball drama is very stressfull. I'm not a crazy fan by any means, but I do hope the St. Louis Cardinals win. I was born and raised a St. Louis Cardinals fan, so I hope that they can make this comeback victory.
I have been posting for several weeks on the St. Louis Cardinals and their progress as they have made it to the World Series. Earlier this season, no one would have guessed that the Cardinals would be in the spot they are right now. The Cardinals were back 10 and a half games at one point and somehow won the wild card race. The Cardinals have now worked their way to the World Series, and they are tied 1-1! This makes my family and I very happy. However, at the same time, this makes us very anxious and stressed. We are having a big family "get-together" Saturday night with my dad's side of the family to celebrate my dad's birthday and cheer on the St. Louis Cardinals. In our house, we have gotten rid of our satilite t.v. and we never watch t.v. anymore because we like to do other things. However, my dad was able to rig up some contaption so that we could watch the World Series. So, it has been a little weird watching t.v. for two nights in a row. Nevertheless, we will cheer on the Cardinals and hope that they can defeat the Rangers to complete this comeback season.
So, are you a Cardinal fan or are you one of those Ranger fans? Do you even like baseball? I hope that you will join me in cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals.
This baseball drama is very stressfull. I'm not a crazy fan by any means, but I do hope the St. Louis Cardinals win. I was born and raised a St. Louis Cardinals fan, so I hope that they can make this comeback victory.
I have been posting for several weeks on the St. Louis Cardinals and their progress as they have made it to the World Series. Earlier this season, no one would have guessed that the Cardinals would be in the spot they are right now. The Cardinals were back 10 and a half games at one point and somehow won the wild card race. The Cardinals have now worked their way to the World Series, and they are tied 1-1! This makes my family and I very happy. However, at the same time, this makes us very anxious and stressed. We are having a big family "get-together" Saturday night with my dad's side of the family to celebrate my dad's birthday and cheer on the St. Louis Cardinals. In our house, we have gotten rid of our satilite t.v. and we never watch t.v. anymore because we like to do other things. However, my dad was able to rig up some contaption so that we could watch the World Series. So, it has been a little weird watching t.v. for two nights in a row. Nevertheless, we will cheer on the Cardinals and hope that they can defeat the Rangers to complete this comeback season.
So, are you a Cardinal fan or are you one of those Ranger fans? Do you even like baseball? I hope that you will join me in cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals.
Sweetest Bear in Town
Fox News published a video about a candy store recently. Old Smokey Candy Kitchen had an unexpected guest in their store on evening. When the owners showed up one morning to open the store they noticed candy all over the floor, and a hole through the glass door. There was sticky mess all over the store. The owners had a sneaky suspicion that there was a bear in their store, and they were correct. A black bear had been hanging around the parking lot of the candy store all summer and finally decided to break into the store. Black hair was caught in the broken glass and the surveillance video shows a black bear running around the store. The bear enjoyed a carmel apple and a pecan ball among other candies.
I love this story so much. When I saw the title to this video, I had to watch it. I love stories like these and I think that they make great tales to pass on.
This story just makes me smile. The video is only a minute and 30 seconds long, but it is filled with sweet information (get it, sweet). The owners of the candy store are two older ladies and watching them tell the story is so cute. I found it interesting that the black bear had been hanging around the parking lot all summer and they were not alarmed by that. I think I might be a little worried if there was a black bear in the parking lot. However, I guess I would get used to it if I lived in a location that contained many bears. The video depicted a cute, cozy, old-fashioned candy store. Therefore, it made the story all the more heart-warming. I found one of the funniest parts of the video was watching the black bear run through the candy store on the surveillance video. I also loved the part when the news reporter held up the carmel apple and pecan ball that had been half-eaten by the bear. I really enjoyed this story and thought that it would be a good one to pass along.
What would you do if you discovered a black bear had been in your work or house? Would you react calmly or would you panic and run away?
I love this story so much. When I saw the title to this video, I had to watch it. I love stories like these and I think that they make great tales to pass on.
This story just makes me smile. The video is only a minute and 30 seconds long, but it is filled with sweet information (get it, sweet). The owners of the candy store are two older ladies and watching them tell the story is so cute. I found it interesting that the black bear had been hanging around the parking lot all summer and they were not alarmed by that. I think I might be a little worried if there was a black bear in the parking lot. However, I guess I would get used to it if I lived in a location that contained many bears. The video depicted a cute, cozy, old-fashioned candy store. Therefore, it made the story all the more heart-warming. I found one of the funniest parts of the video was watching the black bear run through the candy store on the surveillance video. I also loved the part when the news reporter held up the carmel apple and pecan ball that had been half-eaten by the bear. I really enjoyed this story and thought that it would be a good one to pass along.
What would you do if you discovered a black bear had been in your work or house? Would you react calmly or would you panic and run away?
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