tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85467202494812244892024-03-12T17:35:38.394-07:00Did You Know?silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.comBlogger1561125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-8491261242631502712013-10-19T19:22:00.001-07:002013-10-19T19:22:40.862-07:00Did You Know You Can Make Your Own Brown Sugar?Did you know you can make your own brown sugar?
Since I have been working full time, I don't do as much baking as I used to. So tonight when I wanted to make cookies, I found I was out of brown sugar. Thinking there is no real substitute I Googled it anyway. And I was happily surprised to find that brown sugar is nothing but white sugar and molasses. I was even more happy that I had some molasses on hand!(It's been a long time, but I do like to make gingerbread.) So I poured a cup of white sugar into a bowl with 1 1/2 Tablespoons of molasses and stirred together with a fork. This make a nice, soft brown sugar that worked perfectly in my cookies!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-27298757402533709532013-10-19T19:19:00.000-07:002013-10-19T19:19:06.327-07:00Did You Know You Can Buy Safety Equipment Online?Did you know you can buy safety equipment online?
I like to do most of my shopping online whenever I can. I just came across <a href="http://www.supplylinedirect.com/safety-equipment/">supply line direct for safety equipment</a>. It never occurred to me that you can buy safety equipment online, but they have everything to cover and protect you from head to toe: head and face protection, eye protection, clothing, gloves, safety vests and boots.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-54374360533994850822013-10-03T13:02:00.002-07:002013-10-03T13:02:14.726-07:00Did You Know About the Firefly Run?Did you know about the Firefly Run?
It is a night time 5k event that promises to be a lot of fun! It takes place on Nov 2 at Reliant Center. I am also an amassador for this year's event. If you are interested take a look at their website. If you want to save on registration I can give you a discount code for $10 off registration. Simply enter the code Kouba13 at registration. It is good until Oct. 30. I hope to see you at this year's <a href="http://fireflyrun.com">Houston Firefly</a> event!!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-7788083299781024742013-10-03T12:52:00.001-07:002013-10-03T12:52:33.252-07:00Did You Know How to Find Comfortable Pillows?Did you know how to find comfortable pillows?
A good night's sleep is important. And part of that means having a nice comfortable pillow. Even my 3 year old goddaughter woke up crying about her neck hurting the other night! If even a toddler knows it's important to have the right pillow, I think it's safe to say that it's important to <a href="http://www.foambymail.com/head-and-neck-pillows.html">find neck pillow specials</a>! I found that you can order all kinds of different pillows online. There are the neck pillows and the travel pillows I expected but they even have contoured pillows and face pillows for those who sleep on their stomachs! Take a look today and start getting a better night's rest!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-68944852108804693912013-09-21T19:35:00.005-07:002013-09-21T19:35:52.913-07:00Did You Know The Benefit of Mosquitos?Did you know the benefit of mosquitos?
In an area prolific with mosquitos, this topic of conversation often comes up. After watching a hiking program last night which mentioned a benefit of mosquitos, I decided to look it up. And of course, I should have thought of these obvious benefits of mosquitos:
-They help pollinate plants; specifically mentioned on the program was blueberries
-They are low on the food chain allowing for those of us higher up to sustain our selves
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-They have contributed to our medical advances; synthetic anesthesizers for example as well as super small injection needlessilkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-21695575410970979652013-09-21T19:32:00.000-07:002013-09-21T19:32:04.562-07:00Did You Know About Stairlift Chairs?Did you know about <a href="http://gamburd.com/stairlifts/">stairlift</a> chairs?
These are the motorized chairs that help folks "ride" up the stairs. There are many different kinds of people who might need to use a stair lift chair. Of course older folks or those who have little to no use of their legs are the first that come to mind when thinking of those who would benefit from a stair lift in their home. The lifts make it possible for these people to stay in the homes they have been in, requiring no need to move. It also allows them to go to the home of a loved one if that is more beneficial.
I have seen the stair lift chairs in public places as well. This makes it more convenient for people who cannot climb the stairs when there are no elevators in a building. This is usually the case with older buildings; for example, I have seen a stair lift chair in a small local museum and historical society building.
Using a stair lift allows for more freedom for those with limited mobility to stay in the place they most desire.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-21390107682827125272013-09-05T19:34:00.002-07:002013-09-05T19:35:05.496-07:00Did You Know the Lord Always Provides?Did you know the Lord always provides?<br />
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It seems that our God always provides for us and has blessed us every time we have needed it. I am not saying that he just rains money down on us or bestows these high dollar things that some people seem to preach. But He always seems to come through in ways that get us just where we need to be. For example, just this week, just today, my son and I were stressing about how he was going to buy one more textbook that he found out he has to have by Monday. And...he received two checks in the mail today! Not huge ones, but just enough to get us out from that stress of where we were going to get the money for one more book....*huge sigh of relief and prayers of gratitude that God has once again provided just what we needed*. I am not one to preach or believe in the "health and wealth" theory folks hear from TV evangelists so often. But I do want to express my gratitude for the provisions we have received....and I don't think it's just good luck!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-85086363502567503822013-09-05T19:28:00.000-07:002013-09-05T19:35:16.507-07:00Did You Know About Group Travel Tours?Did you know about group travel tours?<br />
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As we are about a year away from becoming "empty nesters", my husband and I have started thinking about some things we would love to do. We really would love to start doing some traveling, including hiking and camping. Now as we continue our conversations and really start dreaming, then come the thoughts of traveling in Europe and other places overseas. Glad I found out about <a href="http://www.passports.com/">group travel tours at passports.com</a>! Now we can start doing some research to make those dreams realities!!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-40220699340964302862013-08-28T16:14:00.000-07:002013-09-05T19:35:27.479-07:00Did You Know About the Texas City Dike?Did you know about the Texas City Dike?<br />
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It is a short drive from my home and I had heard of it before but had never ventured over to check it out. The original dike was destroyed in Hurricane Ike and closed for two years. It has since reopened and is a great recreational site for many water lovers in the area. The dike itself is about four miles long. There is fishing available all along both sides of the dike. At the far end is a beach area where folks can hang out on the sand and swim. There are not really any waves on the beach area but looks like a nice place to play and relax. The day we went the water was filled with jellyfish so beware! The dike is open 24 hours and requires a $5 entry fee for non-residents on Fri-Sun during the summer; weekdays are free.<br />
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Just before entering the dike there is a with a walking trail. There is also a road running perpendicular to the dike called Skyline Drive which folks can drive along for more fishing spaces. It is also accessible to runners and cyclists.<br />
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The newest in this prograde microphone is a small mic that provides a "unique Focus Control switch for a wider range of high-to-low end sonic signatures." This is something that aids those working at an in-home studio, providing them with the equipment needed to make those pro sounds. This small sized mic can be used both with instruments and vocals.<br />
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silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-82165128311272367452013-07-27T18:55:00.000-07:002013-07-27T18:58:54.089-07:00Did You Know About the Power of Mantras?Did you know about the power of mantras?<br />
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While training for triathlons, there are many moments that I'd like to just stop. When it's hot outside. Or raining. Or I'm tired. But I've learned over the years the power of mantras, or mottos. I have four that I really rely on.<br />
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Of course there is the one I taught the little girl I used to keep and she used on me: <span style="background-color: orange;">"I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..."</span><br />
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Or one that was used when my son was in training for his black belt: <span style="background-color: orange;">"Train hard, test easy."</span><br />
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Also my favorite before jumping into the cold pool: <span style="background-color: orange;">"Don't think, just do it."</span><br />
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And my all around favorite:<span style="background-color: orange;"> "I am stronger than...._________"</span><br />
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That last one is perfect for any moment of weakness as you can insert whatever it is that is bothering you (I am stronger than the heat; I am stronger than my tired legs; I am stronger than I thought I was.)<br />
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I have found the power of mantras get me through many of those tough moments of any workout or long training program. silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-34914174367957109842013-07-27T18:48:00.000-07:002013-07-27T18:55:22.618-07:00Did You Know About the Mbox Mini?Did you know about the Mbox Mini?<br />
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I just found the <a href="http://www.musiciansfriend.com/pro-audio/avid-mbox-3-mini-and-pro-tools-express-educational">mbox 3 at musicians friend</a> online. This little beauty is priced for student's and their instructors! Priced at $225 with free shipping makes this little pro grade recorder/editor/mixer affordable for educational institutions; they even allow this pricing for homeschooled students. This device helps you sound like a pro while still being fairly simple to use. To get this educational edition you do have to provide proper documentation of your educational facility. silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-75287010543065682262013-07-03T14:50:00.000-07:002013-07-03T14:50:55.993-07:00Did You Know I May Need an Intervention?Did you know I may need an intervention?<br />
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I have been working at an outdoor sportswear company for nine months now. I love the deals we get on great clothing and accessories. I have really stocked up on some cool stuff. Today they were sending me photos of some stuff as they unloaded the new freight boxes!! Of course there was only one of each size so I had to go on over today on my day off to pick up the next newest thing!! I think I may need an intervention.....silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-45903662194554376122013-07-03T14:48:00.001-07:002013-07-03T14:48:12.494-07:00Did You Know About Thrifty Advertising?Did you know about thrifty advertising?<br />
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Our church is always having functions that we need to advertise for. And of course we always want the best deal possible. We have to use our funds wisely, so we do look for <a href="http://www.zooprinting.com/products/brochures">cheap brochures</a>, give aways and other ways to advertise our events while still being cost efficient.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-89390761838463871992013-06-22T18:53:00.001-07:002013-06-22T18:54:24.868-07:00Did You Know You Can Trade in Your iPhone 4?Did you know you can trade in your iPhone 4?<br />
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According to <a href="http://gma.yahoo.com/trade-iphone-4-4s-free-iphone-5-best-171542248--abc-news-topstories.html">this article</a>, you have until June 29 to trade you iPhone 4/4s for an iPhone 5 at Best Buy locations. There are some stipulations, like having to be eligible for an upgrade and paying fees but it seems that Best Buy had such a large positive response to their previous one day trade in that they are extending it. See the linked article if you are interested in finding out more about getting a free iPhone 5 for a trade in of your 4 (too bad I can't trade in my iPhone 3 for it!)silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-1080023737761514922013-06-22T18:30:00.000-07:002013-06-22T18:54:15.765-07:00Did You Know About Selling TextbooksDid you know about selling textbooks?<br />
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Everyone knows that book buy back in the college bookstore is almost laughable. I think my son got $12 for an unopened computer pack that was required for a class! And you know we spent nearly $!00 for it! If you want to check out your options and see if you can get a better deal when you <a href="http://www.becksbooks.com/textbook/sell-your-books-now">sell books</a> back, try checking online to see if there are better options for your college books you no longer need.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-37498676105402228102013-06-06T18:19:00.001-07:002013-06-22T18:54:35.569-07:00Did You Know About Barefoot Parks?Did you know about barefoot parks?<br />
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I just finished reading a book about foot care and the relief of foot pain. Fairly interesting and some good tips. At the end the author provides some resources, one which is a link to a <a href="http://barfusspark.info/en/index.htm">"barefoot parks" website </a>. The parks are located in Europe and look like a lot of fun. A place where grownups can be kids! These parks seem to be designed and cared for to maintain healthy foot care while enjoying the great outdoors like a kid. There are lots of sensations for your feet to interact with. There are hiking trails of different materials. It looks like a lot of fun. While I've not seen or heard of any barefoot parks in the US I figure why not go out and enjoy my own back yard barefoot for a while! silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-51521640283411803052013-06-06T18:13:00.003-07:002013-06-22T18:54:47.591-07:00Did You Know Our Garage Door is Broken...Again?Did you know our garage door is broken...again?<br />
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I don't know how many times my husband has fixed our garage door in the last dozen years. At least four times. And now it broke again today! Ugh! And of course it's a day that we have thunderstorms!! And then as I looked out the back window I saw our back fence line is sagging. I guess my husband is going to have to check out the <a href="http://www.reidsupply.com/products/tooling-components/">Reid Supply tooling components</a> line of gadgets he will need to get these household honey-do's done!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-46993628573329232032013-06-04T18:18:00.001-07:002013-06-04T18:18:46.913-07:00Did You Know About Summer Movies?Did you know about summer movies?<br />
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It's been a while since I've been to the movie theater to see a movie. Probably Toy Story 3 my son's senior year of high school. But out of the summer movies coming out this year, I may actually see two of them. Perhaps even in a theater! Monsters University is coming out. While I am not crazy about the idea of a sequel, or prequel, I do like Monsters Inc and this could be a fun one. But the one we are looking forward to is Despicable Me 2. Hopefully as fun and clever as the first one.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-73435752466142708402013-06-04T18:02:00.002-07:002013-06-04T18:02:23.612-07:00Did You Know About Business Savvy?Did you know about business savvy?<br />
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I don't have much business savvy but my son just seemed to come wired that way. Even at 5 years old he had sense enough to tell me, when asked if I could borrow a dollar from his bank, "Yes. If you pay me back two." Well that led to a short talk about interest and extortion! I told him it was smart and good but he cannot do it to his mother!! Soon after that he said that he thought the fast food place Sonic is pretty smart to have happy hour every day "because more people come there during happy hour than they do during the day." While that may not be completely true it's a pretty good thing for a youngster to realize. Now that he has declared his college major as Business Finance I have no doubt he will be gaining more and more business savvy. I hope that this will lead to him making great financial decisions and keeping himself free from <a href="http://www.bankruptcylawconsultation.com/Article-Bankruptcy-Laws-in-NC.html">bankruptcy laws in nc</a>, or anywhere he happens to be.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-13366933414203241992013-05-27T19:19:00.001-07:002013-05-27T19:19:31.620-07:00Did You Know How to Play Risk?Did you know how to play Risk?<br />
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This is a "world domination" game that I have hated ever since my husband got in to it at college. Right now my nephews, husband and daughter are playing. Since they are trying to get the game "over with" I heard my daughter say, "Oh, the game ends when someone takes over the world. I can do that. I didn't know that was the point!" Pretty funny! If you need the rules to play Risk you can find them and the objective <a href="http://www.hasbro.com/common/instruct/risk.pdf">here</a>.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-42571520948380770432013-05-27T19:15:00.001-07:002013-05-27T19:15:23.056-07:00Did You Know Cigar Smoking is Becoming Chic?Did you know cigar smoking is becoming chic?<br />
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Well I don't know how truly chic it is becoming, but it does seem to be more common place. I guess I only knew old men who smoked when I was younger, but now it seems that more and more young people are finding cigar smoking chic. I know there are many reasons that younger people are using cigars these days. While I know nothing about any <a href="http://www.famous-smoke.com/">famous cigars</a> I know that I have seen more and more of the younger generation making it a more common habit.silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-78077508573037448092013-05-21T19:22:00.001-07:002013-05-27T19:12:11.164-07:00Did You Know about the Tree House at Scenic Hill?Did you know about the Tree House at Scenic Hill?<br />
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Just outside of Brenham, TX is a nice little bed and breakfast area loaded with eight cabins, a game area, several hammocks and lots of rest and relaxation! We were blessed to spend one night in the Tree House, but sure would have loved to stay another night or two. Even though it is near the road, there was plenty of peace and quiet. We had a lovely cabin in the Tree House with a lovely porch complete with swing and spider web and tree tops with singing birds. I am hoping we will get back there to spend a couple of nights on the next trip.<br />
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If you have a graduating musician, you might find it helpful to know that <a href="http://www.musiciansfriend.com/amplifiers/vht">vht amps from musicians friend</a> are on sale. These would make a great graduation gift for that budding garage band artist who is needing a new amp to jump start his new gigs!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546720249481224489.post-14953036661741213082013-05-03T10:49:00.002-07:002013-05-03T10:49:54.612-07:00Did You Know Mowgli's "Girlfriend's" name?Did you know Mowgli's "girlfriend's" name?
The little girl I keep is getting in to Disney now days. We have watched a few movies, listed to one story on CD and several soundtracks as well. She asked me the name of the girl at the end of Jungle Book. I didn't know but looked it up to find her name is Shanti...Just in case you need to know too!silkenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16051933946463393399noreply@blogger.com0