Posted on 10/15/2009 17:36:20
They certainly look like daffodils (or what I always call jonquils) to me, too.
Ron
Posted on 10/15/2009 17:33:53
I agree completely!
Speaking of the Kovels it was sad to hear that Ralph had died. I understand that Terry and their daughter will continue their books and newsletters. I had the opportunity to get to know them a little back when we did all those "celebrity" chats at CollectingChannel. Very nice and sweet folks!
Ron
Posted on 10/14/2009 12:16:30
Anyone have ideas for hanging a vintage quilt on the wall?
Ron
Posted on 10/14/2009 12:13:48
Luvs, I had never heard of Bells Palsy until a friend of mine had it this past summer. It was pretty frustrating for her and she had to wear an eye patch. But she recovered completely!
Take care.....
Ron
Posted on 10/11/2009 11:46:43
I think I read that this will be on HGTV tonight (Sunday).
Have y'all seen this site?
A yard sale near you.
Ron
Posted on 10/03/2009 04:51:32
Nancy, when I had to euthanize my 17-year-old Chewy, I found comfort in this maudlin little poem:
IF IT SHOULD BE
If it should be that I grow weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done
For this last battle cannot be won.
You will be sad I understand,
Don't let the grief stay your hand.
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.
We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears,
You'd not want me to suffer so,
The time has come to let me go.
Take me where my needs they'll tend,
And please stay with me until the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail will no longer wave,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.
Please do not grieve that it must be you,
Who has this painful thing to do.
We've been so close, we two, these years,
Don't let your heart hold back its tears.
For I am now in a better place,
And will be waiting to see your happy face.
So, when you cross that final bridge,
Look for me...I'll be standing next to the fridge.
--Author unknown
Ron
Posted on 09/27/2009 20:31:14
I saw Part I tonight and it truly a wonderful series!
It's on PBS and, as mentioned, it repeats quite regularly.
Ron
Posted on 09/19/2009 23:52:37
Third in the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Program, the “Professional Life” design is now available in two-roll sets. The reverse design depicts Abraham Lincoln as a young professional standing in front of the old state capitol building in Springfield, Ill. It includes the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM and ONE CENT, and was designed by United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program Master Designer Joel Iskowitz and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
This set is comprised of 100 coins -- one roll of 50 coins minted at the United States Mint at Philadelphia (no mint mark) and one roll of 50 coins minted at the United States Mint at Denver (“D” mint mark). Each coin roll is wrapped with special United States Mint coin paper depicting the new designs, a “P” or “D” representing the roll’s mint of origin and “50¢,” representing its face value. These rolls contain one-cent coins used in regular commercial transactions. However, because these coins have never been circulated, they also make a great addition to your private collection or a wonderful gift for someone special. These historic coins are available for a limited time only.
Go to the U.S. Mint site. If you drill down from "Shop Online" and then on the left (Bags & Rolls) you'll find the third of the four 2009 Lincoln uncirculated pennies for sale. (The last on will be released in Nov., I think) They are priced at two rolls for $8.95 and it says they will be shipped after 9/25. Kinda expensive for $1 worth of pennies!
http://www.usmint.gov/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBp7u3DslFs
Ron
Posted on 09/18/2009 09:25:17
I've been trying to find rolls of new pennies as well. Laurel has one of those penny squasher machines at Afton Station and the new, shiny pennies work best. However, every bank I've gone to says they can't even order them.
Ron
Posted on 09/14/2009 12:05:31
This past weekend was big for Laurel Kane and Afton Station. Not only was this tv segment broadcast on "Discover Oklahoma" but Laurel and Afton Station won the Business of the Year award during the 2009 Will Rogers Awards at the Route 66 Festival in Flagstaff!
Posted on 09/08/2009 20:27:33
I just renewed this Message Board for three months. We'll give it that time to see if the usage increases and what happens. Let me know what y'all think.
Ron
Posted on 08/11/2009 13:33:10
Reply to lovestuff (08/11/2009 05:06:14)
grrrr I cant find it either. Yes it was about finding his moms records with her name on them with stickers in a thrift store i think it was in another state in which she had lived and they showed up where he lived some how.
wish you could have read it
luvs
See if this link works:
http://www.sacbee.com/ourregion/story/2071033.html?storylink=pd
