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I know how you feel about crying. I was almost sure of where to post this. I just thought it was so powerful, I had to share it with all of you!!!

The Veterinarian One Sunday, in counting the money in the weekly offering, the Pastor of a small church found a pink envelope containing $1,000. It happened again the next week! The following Sunday, he watched as the offering was collected and saw an elderly woman put the distinctive pink enve lope o n the plate. This went on for weeks until the pastor, overcome by curiosity, approached her. "Ma'am, I couldn't help but notice that you put $1,000 a week in the collection plate," he stated. "Why yes," she replied, "every week my son sends me money and I give some of it to the church." The pastor replied, "That's wonderful. But $1000 is a lot, are you sure you can afford this? How much does he send you?" The elderly woman answered, "$10,000 a week." The pastor was amazed. "Your son is very successful; what does he do for a living?" "He is a veterinarian," she answered. "That's an honorable profession, but I had no idea they made that much money," the pastor said. "Where does he practice?" The woman answered proudly, "In Nevada .. He has two cat houses, one in Las Vegas , and one in Reno '

Judy...Please try this and let me know if it works. I love boiled eggs but frankly haven't had the time to experiment with this one. Come on....someone try this and let us know if it works!!! Inquiring minds need to know!!!

LOVE SORROW INNOCENCE DEPARTURE PAIN SOLITUDE MUSIC RESPECT COMPASSION FRIENDSHIP MUSIC PATIENCE STRANGER RESCUED BEST FRIENDS DIVINE LIFE IS NOT ABOUT WAITING FOR THE STORM TO PASS...IT'S ABOUT LEARNING HOW TO DANCE IN THE RAIN.

Paul, I'm so very sorry for your loss.

I'll be remembering your friends in my prayers, Ginny D

We haven't played a game in a few days. Let's see how long this one lasts. Change just one word in the sentence below to make a new sentence. The officer gave me a ticket today.

What's a BBQ without some really good baked beans??? I love baked beans that have lots of molasses and have been baked, slow and low, for a very long time.

I made some of these for a co-worker's birthday here at the office last week and I just had to share the recipe with you guys, as I know some of you like to make goodies. This blog is the best and is full of ideas. Warning....you're going to get lost looking through all of these ideas. http://bakerella.blogspot.com/2009_05_01_archive.html

Summer or Winter? Winter Autumn or Spring? Spring Read a book or watch a movie? Rent a movie Eat or Sleep? Sleep Exercise or Relax? Exercise Socks or Bare feet? Bare feet (I'm a Tennessee gal) Money or Fame? Money Love or Money? Love Listen to Music or Dance to Music? Listen to music Water or Milk? Milk Grape juice or Apple juice? Grape juice Cappuccino or Coffee? Cappuccino Strawberries or Peaches? Peaches

Summer or Winter? Autumn or Spring? Read a book or watch a movie? Eat or Sleep? Excercise or Relax? Socks or Bare feet? Money or Fame? Love or Money? Listen to Music or Dance to Music? Water or Milk? Grape juice or Apple juice? Cappucino or Coffee? Strawberries or Peaches?

A woman visited a plastic surgeon who told her about a new procedure called 'The Knob,' where a small knob is placed at the top of the woman's head and could be turned to tighten up her skin and produce the effect of a brand new face-lift. Of course, the woman wanted 'The Knob.' Over the course of the years, the woman tightened the knob, and the effects were wonderful, the woman remained young looking and vibrant. After fifteen years, the woman returned to the surgeon with two problems. 'All these years, everything has been working just fine. I've had to turn the knob many times and I've always loved the results. But now I've developed two annoying problems: First, I have these terrible bags under my eyes and the knob won't get rid of them.' The doctor looked at her closely and said, 'Those aren't bags, those are your breasts.' She said, 'Well, I guess there's no point in asking about the goatee"

What's your favorite food that you would find at a BBQ?

Subject: New TV Show- Due to the popularity of the "Survivor" shows, Texas is planning to do one entitled, "Survivor, Texas-Style." The contestants will all start in Dallas , then drive to Waco , Austin , San Antonio , over to Houston , then down to Brownsville . They will then proceed up to Del Rio , El Paso , Midland , Odessa , Lubbock , and Amarillo . From there they will go on to Abilene , Fort Worth , and, finally, back to Dallas . Each will be driving a pink Volvo with bumper stickers that read: "I'm Gay," "I Love the Dixie Chicks," "Boycott Beef," "I Voted for Obama," "George Strait Sucks," "Hillary in 2012," and "I'm here to confiscate your guns." The first one to make it back to Dallas alive, wins.

An attorney arrived home late, after a very tough day trying to get a stay of execution. His last minute plea for clemency to the governor had failed and he was feeling worn out and depressed. As soon as he walked through the door at home, his wife started on him about, 'What time of night to be getting home is this? Where have you been? Dinner is cold and I'm not reheating it'. And on and on and on. Too shattered to play his usual role in this familiar ritual, he poured himself a shot of whiskey and headed off for a long hot soak in the bathtub, pursued by the predictable sarcastic remarks as he dragged himself up the stairs. While he was in the bath, the phone rang. The wife answered and was told that her husband's client, James Wright, had been granted a stay of execution after all. Wright would not be hanged tonight. Finally realizing what a terrible day he must have had, she decided to go up stairs and give him the good news. As she opened the bathroom door, she was greeted by the sight of her husband, bent over naked, drying his legs and feet. 'They're not hanging Wright tonight,' she said. He whirled around and screamed, 'FOR THE LOVE OF GOD WOMAN, DON'T YOU EVER STOP?!'

Lynn....So glad to hear that things are going so much better. I love stories with happy endings!!!

I did all my baking last night. I made two Gooey Butter Cakes, using Paula Deen's recipe. One is the original recipe and the second is the Gooey Carrot Cake. I also made an Inside Pineapple Upside Cake and a Orange Dreamsicle Cake. Boy, did my house smell great last night. I'm here at work until 10:30 and then it's home to make red beans & rice for 150-200 people. Cross your fingers and say a little prayer!~!~

Very good , Randy!!!

1. Macarena - Mambo # 5 2. Days of Our Lives 3. Barney 4. Any pioneer woman - What was it like traveling in a covered wagon across the country? 5. Absolutely not ....no interest in seeing Brit

1. What is the worst song people play at their wedding? 2. What is the worst TV show ( past or present) that you'll admit to being a fan of? 3. For the guys- Betty or Wilma? For the gals- Fred or Barney? 4. If you could have a conversation with anybody who ever lived , and could only ask one question, what question would you ask? 5. If somebody gave you a free ticket to a Britney Spears concert, would you attend the concert?

Q: Doctor, I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true? A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it... don't waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer? Take a nap. Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables? A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat? Hay and corn. And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products. Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake? A: No, not at all. Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up! Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio? A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies, your ratio is two to one, etc. Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program? A: Can't think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain...Good! Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you? A: YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!!! ..... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact, they're permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you? Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle? A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach. Q: Is chocolate bad for me? A: Are you crazy? HELLO Cocoa beans ! Another vegetable!!! It's the best feel-good food around! Q: Is swimming good for your figure? A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me. Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle? A: Hey! 'Round' is a shape! Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets. And For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health. It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies. 1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 5. The Germans drink a lot of beers and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. CONCLUSION Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you.

LITTLE JOHNNY STRIKES AGAIN..... > > A grade school teacher in Kentucky asked her students to use the word > 'fascinate' in a sentence. > > Molly put up her hand and said, "My family went to my granddad's farm, > and we all saw his pet sheep. > > It was fascinating." > > The teacher said, "That was good, but I wanted you to use the word > 'fascinate, not fascinating'." > > Sally raised her hand. She said, "My family went to see Rock City and I > was fascinated" > > The teacher said, "Well, that was good Sally, but I wanted you to use > the word 'fascinate'." > > Little Johnny raised his hand. The teacher hesitated because she had > been burned by Little Johnny before. > > She finally decided there was no way he could damage the word > 'fascinate', so she called on him. > > Johnny said, "My aunt Gina has a sweater with ten buttons, but her boobs are so big she can only fasten eight." > > The teacher sat down and cried

Closest airport would be the Melbourne International Airport in Melbourne, Florida. Small airport so not sure how it became an "international" airport. Most people from around here fly in and out of Orlando, since the rates are much lower and there are more flights. So, all of you guys can just fly in to either airport and that will be fine. If Becky Snowflake was a really fast driver, you might be able to get here by bus!!!

You guys wish me the best on this one. I've done dinners at our Post before but none this big. We've already sold enough tickets to plan for 200 dinners. Wish you guys could be here. In addition to the chicken, I'm cooking red beans & rice, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn on the cob, coleslaw, yeast rolls and..........all of the ladies are bringing homemade pies, cakes, brownies and cobblers. We sold advance tickets for $7.00. What a bargain!!! I have a feeling I'm going to be totally out of it on Saturday!!!