August 1

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November 22

Common Courtesy Series

Hello.  How Are You? The Greeting

An important common courtesy is a mere greeting.  Greetings do not have to be long and lengthy and often times a simple nod or eye contact will do the trick.  The whole importance of a greeting is to simply acknowledge that another person is in the room.

Having a mailbox at the postoffice brings about daily visits. Many times the visits are very early in the morning and late at night.  Often, I go to the post office and there will be an empty parking lot or sometimes one car in the area.  Walking in a large postoffice, there can be a silence there. No one is there walking or breathing. Sometimes, I can hear my own self breath and the sound of my own shoes walking.  

If there is only one person in that area, it is a common courtesy to acknowledge that a human being is there, so I speak or simply nod.  Breaking the silence may be odd to some but letting another human being know they are there is part of a general common courtesy. You are confirming that you see him or her, they are important and the confirmation is the nod or greeting.

At home, I taught my children early that just a simple  “good morning” is fine but some acknowledgement is important and yes, even necessary when walking in a room with another person there.

I hope you’ll come back to go over more of our Common Courtesy series.

See you tomorrow.

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November 21

Common Courtesy Series

We’re all different.  Some of us are quiet. Others of us are loud and then there are those who are in between.  We each find ourselves different than the people around us and actually, that’s a good thing. We should all be happy to be who we are.  We should be content with being unique.  

We are unique.  We have our own personal eye pupil, thumb print and personality.  We are our own person.

There are some things though, that should be common among us and we call them “Common Courtesies”.   Common courtesies are specific behaviours that are really common to each of us.  In this series, we’re going to cover some basic common behaviours that should be important and used by all.  

Here is a basic list of simple common courtesies:

Our Greeting

Saying Please and Thank You

Sharing a Smile

Showing Interest, which might include: being positive, having a cheerful attitude, speaking but also listening

Lending a Hand

Showing Respect

Respecting Others’ Time

Acknowledgement including an RSVP

Dressing for the occasion

Apologies when necessary

Following through

Returning borrowed things

Cleaning up after yourself

Returning phone calls, using the RSVP method

Stay in your own Lane

If you have a common courtesy

I hope you will join us in our Common Courtesy series…

See you tomorrow,

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November 3

November is Harvest Month

Fall is such an important season.  It is a time of giving thanks to God for all that He has provided.  It is a time of appreciating His bounty to us and during this grand season we thank Him.

According to Life Science, the fall is a “cooling off” season.  “Nighttime arrives earlier, temperatures begin to drop and most vegetative growth decreases. Animals begin to prepare for the dearth of food that generally comes during the winter, gathering supplies or traveling to warmer climates.”

It is during this time that the tilt of the Earth on its axis changes the direction of the sun which brings about our winter. The feel of the season brings about a nip in the air and depending on how close you are to the equator, would determine how cold that nip could become.  “Down South” as we say, there is often hardly any winter while “Up North”, it snows and the higher up glaciers may be a place to fly to experience serious frost. In the United States, we celebrate this harvest season with pumpkins and foliaged decorations.

Wherever you are, this is a time of appreciating God’s glory not only in the harvest but in the person He made you.

Happy Fall, ya’ll. ( Yep, I’m from the south)

See you tomorrow,

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November 2

Thanksgiving Focus


Today, being November 1 brings us to a time of thanksgiving and appreciation for all that we have. It is a time of awe, honour and thankfulness to God for all He has provided for us. While we do and should thank God daily for His blessings, Thanksgiving is that time of the year to give focus to God and His blessings.  

 In America, the traditional Thanksgiving time takes us back to the Pilgrims and their actual honor to God for keeping them safe and increasing their bounty.  The Pilgrims were people of faith in God.  They trusted Him and sought to do His will.

In 1621, the Pilgrims had teamed with as many as one hundred Indians to have a harvest meal.  US History.org  contends that the early Pilgrims had “great suffering with many dying of scurvy and malnutrition” as they lived their first years in The New World.   According to records, of the “102 original Mayflower passengers, only 44 survived.”  That being said, having a fall harvest meal was of great significance to those who made it.

In my kitchen window, there is a small placard that reads “Lord, help me remember that nothing is going to happen to me today that you and I cannot handle together”.

While we do not fear famine or starvation, we have our own battles and worries.  Now, though, is the time to give all to God and thank Him for His great blessings.  No matter the worry.  No matter the trial, God has a plan for our lives.  He alone is our strength, hope and power.  May we give Him all thanks going forward.

I hope you will take this month to focus of God and His great gifts to you.  Honoring Him will give you strength and value to go forward to do what you were created to do.

See you tomorrow,

  • Painting-Signing of Mayflower Compact, Artist, 1899 Jean Leon Ferris
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November 1

Things to Blog About in November

There are so many things to consider as you go about your blogging during this season. November is the 11th month of the year and has 30 days.  It is the month whereby we celebrate fall, autumn, the harvest, those who came across on the Mayflower boat, and of course, Thanksgiving.

It is a time that many look forward and celebrate the falling leaves, cooling weather and appreciation for what God has done for them.  November is a month of beauty and change.

As a blogger, you might consider the following ideas for writing:

Faith

Fall leaves

God’s Blessing

Decorating

Lung Cancer awareness

National Writing Month

Pancreatic Cancer awareness

Epilepsy Awareness Month

Adoption Month

Election Month

Giving Thanks

Thanksgiving

Great American Smokeout

Cyber Monday

Mayflower

Meal Preparation and ideas

Pilgrims

Veterans Day

Whatever you do, blog for purpose.

See you tomorrow,

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September 18

10 Pressing Questions About Facebook Etiquette

Facebook is a great community. All communities need attention and “community standards”. Here are some thoughts about Facebook and ways to best get along with the neighbors as best as possible.

1.  Should I accept friend requests from names I do not know?

At this writing, Facebook is seventeen years young.  Over these years, Facebook has been a delight for some and a disaster for others.  In every walk of life, there are the good, the bad and the ugly.  When choosing friends, it’s very important to choose good friends.  If you do not recognize the name, it would be important to check their profile by clicking on their photo or page image.  The phrase “safe than sorry” comes to mind.   Many times, people are up to no good so choose your friends wisely. If you don’t know this person, be wary right away. If the person has little history, has joined many groups or has no profile photo, think twice before friending.

2.  Is it appropriate to write your thoughts on others’ posts and comments?

This is a loaded question.  You must determine to which extent you care about this person, know this person, and/ or want to know them and how important is the content of the subject.  Commenting, liking and responding to Facebook posts are all a part of the fun experience of online media.  Only you can determine to which extent you wish to involve yourself in the lives of others.  You may totally disagree with others. Generally, the less you respond to them, the less their feed ends up on your site.  Too, you can “unfollow” them and keep them as friends which would lessen their feed on your page. Most importantly, only you can determine how strong an opinion you wish to post on another’s post.  My grandfather once told a cousin, “When you think you might get in trouble, go home”.  So, you may need to post your thoughts on your own  page.  We have all probably branched out too far and wish we had just “gone home”.  Only you can decide that for yourself.  Sometimes, the truth is worth the results of the post.  You decide.

3.   How should I approach sensitive subjects?

No matter what anyone tells you, we all have our own thoughts, biases and leanings.  One may be biased toward conservative thought, another far left and there are those who don’t enjoy the fodder  of engaging on sensitive subjects. We all have spiritual leanings, both Christian not-so-much.  You live out your faith. You should feel free to express yourself on your site.

Obviously, in general, it is most appropriate to  post sensitive subjects on your own site.  This is your site and if you’re going to post something tender to your heart, important to your life, even controversial, your own site would be the best place…if you must.  While we have all stepped out and responded to another person’s leanings, it can be sketchy.  

Your deepest thoughts about sensitive, political or religious beliefs are yours and it’s okay if you choose to share them on your page.  This is your page, your thinking, and your ideas.  There will be times that you won’t be able to resist responding to a “friend’s” post but be careful.  If you must comment, definitely try to use facts to share and realize when you’ve said enough.  ( Now that’s hard to do but try).  I myself am working on this one.

4.   What are the absolute “NO” things regarding FB?

Do not tag others’ without permission.  Do not tell others’ business while posting.  Avoid family spats and arguments about family matters. Do not engage in anything illegal on Facebook. Do not name-call or denigrate others, even political figures. You will lose credibility- period.

5.  Is it narcissistic to “like” my own posts?

By all means “like” your own posts.  You thought it.  You wrote it. You believe it and yes, you “liked” it. 

Without question, like and enjoy the full use of that feed on your site.  Not only do you alert the person you responded to but you show confidence that what you wrote is exactly what you think.  Win- Win…

6. What is the best way to state my case regarding topics important to me?

Again, it is always best to “state your case” on your own page. However, sometimes, we all get caught up in responding to others but facts are important.  It is best to, as much as possible go to the reliable and honest sources to back up your thinking.  To state your case, use real truths that can be backed up with real facts.

7. Should I ask permission before posting other people’s information?

You should never post information, photographs or details of another person without their permission.

It is even a good idea to remind all in the photographs taken that you plan on posting the photo. This gives those in the photo time to step away if they do not want to be pictured.  

8.  How far is too far?

Engaging with others can be fun but it can also be stressful.  Try not to go too far.  Realise the Facebook feed can only go on for so long.  For sure, realize that when the subject begins to take another direction, it’s definitely time to stop.  Many times, for the health of my relationship to family members, I have gone back and deleted the entire line of conversation.  While my opinions on the topic didn’t change, I know that the relationship is more important than being right.

9.  Is there a general “rule of thumb” about back FB discussions?

For one thing, don’t go on someone else’s feed, pick a fight about something they believe and then unfriend them.  It was you who went into their home.   It is always better to respond on your own page about issues important to you.  When others’ respond, take a factual approach rather than the back of forth of opinion. There will likely be back and forth thoughts. It’s best to keep it on topic and without labelling that person.  Sticking to facts is always better than attacking the “person”.  

10.  What  are some of the most important tips for having a successful FB site?

Historically, the greatest thing about Facebook in coming years will be the family growth pattern, events, photographs and memories.  As much as possible, put first and last names , dates and information of all who you post on your site. Even when you post a chain-of-event set of photos.  Label and name each person so that as time goes by not only will you know that growing face but so will others.  As  family members grow up, they will easily be able to identify themselves. Naming family members also gives friends opportunity to know you and your family to a greater extent. 

Enjoy and have fun on the social media platforms.  This opportunity can help you gather your family history and keep records of the life in which you live.  Live, love and have laughter as much  as you can.  

See your Tomorrow,

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July 9

Domains For Sale

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May 6

Happy on the Homeplace

Family Series

My parents came to Jacksonville, Fl in their early 20’s with little money.  Daddy had his Army papers drafted to be discharged from Camp Blanding,Fl, less than an hour from Jacksonville.  Mama got a local job working for what was then named Southern Bell.  They married  within months of their move from South Carolina to Florida, married, and began their lives together.  After 3 children, they purchased a 10 acre rectangle plot on the Westside of Jacksonville.  In their will, it would be left to their kids.  Very often that is my happy place, even now after my parents are gone and even after my own children have left my home.

Still, I go over to the home place and do things.  

At this time, my parents’ home is being rented. It was rented furnished and I used a lot of my parent’s items to decorate including family photos, documents and such.  On the walls are also original “Nan Gogh’s” which I’ve painted over the years.    The acreage around the house is kept trimmed and cut but the outlying areas are wooded and in some places need serious maintenance which is done in increments.

Some months ago, a huge project was the taking down of a large White Oak tree from the side yard.  It was a project that required family members, Ronnie and son-in law, Daniel to rent a boom to cut out the tops of the tree in order to get to a place to drop it to the ground.  When finally it made it to the ground it was so large, it was trimmed up and the trunk and large log left to rot.

Since I totally enjoy time at home, I have been going over lately and working on the tree trunk, as well as the huge log.  I had found a slay bed beside the road some weeks ago and thought I’d get a family friend, Buddy to help create a bird house which would sit on the tree trunk.  With ease, he was able to create a house using the slay bed curves and I added a door, cut out steps and he cut a hole for birds to come in and out making it their home.  

The log was made into a flower log where flowers can grow and live.

I think my parents would be happy with their old home place. I sure am. 

See you tomorrow,

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March 25

Hedy Lamarr, Wifi and Girl Power

Celebrating Women’s Month

Sometimes called, “The World’s Most Beautiful Woman”, Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler, was also known as, Hedy Lamarr.  She was a famed Hollywood actress on the one hand and an inventor on the other.  She starred with actors like Clark Gable, and James Stewart and in 1960 got her own brass star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  

According to Forbes.com, Lamarr once said, “The brains of people are more interesting than the looks I think,”    ‘That said, she and composer, George Antheil, invented a system used by radio frequencies that had a guidance mechanism.  At the onset of WWII, Lamar and Antheil patented this idea which today is a precursor to wifi.  While the United States government did not use this technology until the late 1950’s, today is is known as “frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology”  used for allied torpedoes, bluetooth and wifi.

While Lamarr starred in  the movie Sampson and Delilah and others,  her penchant for thought and invention was well known.  It is believed that the wealthy Howard Hughes provided funds to help her through trial and error investigate and invent. 

Girls can be thinkers too.

See you tomorrow,  

Sources:  Forbes, Google, Yahoo,  Wikipedia, Wiki Commons

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