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Appearance

Appearance

Appearances Can Be Deceiving

There once was a very wealthy man dressed in rags every time he went out. He wanted to look that way to see if anyone would give him a helping hand. Some people were outright mean and told him to go and get a bath and that he was disgusting. He had no heirs to give his money to, so he wanted to leave his money to the person who helped him the most. He started giving the young man some money now and then to help him. Most of the time, the young man refused, but he was poor. He told the older man that he would save the money he gave him to go to college. One day, the young man enrolled in college to become a lawyer. The older gentleman giving him the money was a lawyer himself. The older gentleman and young man were friends for many years. The lawyer left all his money to the young man who had become a lawyer. The old gentleman found the perfect person to give his entire estate to. The young lawyer would sponsor a young person every year and make their college dreams come true with a scholarship that is stated to be used for college tuition only.

Never Judge A Book By Its Cover

You have to read and delve into the book to find out what each page means in the book. A person is the same way. You have to look into the entire makeup of the person to know what they are all about. A person can have a beautiful face, but their heart is dark and full of nasty thoughts and deeds. If a person seems a little standoffish, maybe it is a reaction to how they were treated at some point. How you were treated as a child will remain part of you your entire life. If you were bullied, you would hate bullies, or you may become one yourself.

Make Or Break Appearance

A car may look grand on the outside, but it may have nothing to offer under the bonnet. The motor may be bad, the tranny might not work right. A house that has terrible curve appeal will not sell quickly. A home should be freshly painted and well maintained before you put it on the market to sell it. With some things, the appearance can make or break a sale. If a car looks like it is on its last peg, you will not give it a second look. If you apply for a job and are not prepared, you most likely will not be hired. If you went out on a date without shaving, brushing your hair, or looking your best, you would most likely be rejected by the person the next time. If you do not study or apply yourself in school or college, it will stay with you for the rest of your life. Start anything by being prepared and ready for the unexpected in life, as life has many curveballs.

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Waiting On The Phone For Hours To Get Your Issue Resolved

Waiting On The Phone For Hours To Get Your Issue Resolved

I Am Sick Of Trying To Talk To Animated Humans And Rude Humans

I explained my issue to them and said I did not get that. I tell them I want to speak to a human being, and eventually, after an hour has gone by totally wasted, I finally get a human being on the other end. I told them my problem, and when they could not resolve it, they hung up on me, so I called them right back. I did get a different person on the line, and just when I thought my problem was resolved, I was back to square one. I finally told him to cancel my order, but I noticed they were shipping it to me anyway. We had agreed on a specific date, and the date they sent it to me did not work out. I will never do any business with that company ever again. It is rude and unnecessary to hang up on a customer just because you are mad that they do not want things delivered your way; after all, it should be delivered the way the customer wanted it to be delivered in the first place.

Trying To Get Your Money Back From A Business That Made A Mistake

I was on the phone for 18 hours over several days before I finally got reimbursed for a colossal mistake a business made in their favor. They must have thought I would accept the charges. I will not pay for products or services that I did not receive. One business I went to had one price that they charged the women and another price that they charged the men. I would haven’t found out about it, but a man and a woman came into the business at about the same time. The man was quoted a low price and the woman a high price for the same product. I asked the owner, and he said that was how they made their profit. I never set foot in there again after that.

Computer Issues

I hate troubleshooting a computer or laptop problem over the phone. I do not know all the computer lingo or terms, and I don’t particularly appreciate trying to figure out new updates, e-sim cards, and much more. I spent three hours with a computer tech putting a new e-sim card on my phone. Everything he told me to try did not work, and I was at wit’s end. He finally sent me a link with a QR code, and we finally installed it. If you did not grow up with modern computers, etc., explaining what is wrong with them is a real hassle, especially if you get an animated human. Also, I’m not too fond of it when they keep switching departments with you because someone in another department works on your particular problem, and you have to start at square one again, telling them what your problem is. I wish they would not always have computer updates, and everything becomes obsolete the minute it leaves their store practically.

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Gods Beauty Is Everywhere

Gods Beauty Is Everywhere

Sunrise And Sunsets

I like to look out of my window in the morning and see the sunrise. A new day is a “day the Lord hath made, so let us rejoice and be glad in it.” I like to hear roosters crowing to announce a new day. I have seen my kittens play with their Mother’s tail and jump and play in the leaves. Baby chicks gather around their Mother, and she takes them over to their food dishes. Baby animals are fed and tended to by their Mothers and the Farmer. Just before sunset, my pigeons start diving into an old grain bin with a cover attached to the bin on metal stilts. I love taking pictures of beautiful sunsets. Sunsets are the end of a day when you have accomplished much or relaxed and taken in God’s beauty.

Babies

All human babies are cute. Your first reaction is to love, hold, and care for their every need. Babies cry when something is wrong or when they want your attention. Babies smell good with their baby powder and baby shampoo. Parents feed their babies baby food or formula and buy cute clothing. Your baby is a reflection of you and your love for your spouse. Parents are always there for their children until they take their last breath because that is what true love is for your child as a parent. You want your child to have a better and less stressful life than what you have.

Natures Scenic Beauty

If you travel, you will see many beautiful things in nature. The fall foliage is gorgeous with all the different vibrant colors of leaves. I love looking at mountains; some are covered with majestic old trees over 150 years old, and some are blue-colored stone or covered with snow. You have to be in good shape to climb up high in the mountains for the change in altitude and the climbing alone. I love looking at the pileated woodpeckers that I have seen in Wisconsin. Old architecture can be beautiful, with open stairways, pocket doors, plate racks, built-in bookcases, and much more. Years ago, they were great craftsmen who used the best materials and took pride in their artistry.

God Has Made All of Us Look Different

Each one of us has an outer beauty and an inner beauty. Your inner beauty is the most important. Outer beauty will fad with time, but inner beauty never does. Inner beauty is the beauty that draws people toward you. People will see if you are kind, compassionate, caring, or loving in a short time. Outer beauty may attract people to you, but if they see no inner beauty, you are lost to the masses. Some of us may be short, tall, skinny, or plump. Regardless of what we look like, we can add beauty to earth by serving God and the community, being kind and reaching out to people, and lending a helping hand, as they will greatly appreciate it.

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Dash Around

Dash Around

We Tend To Dash Around

We live in a hustle and bustle world where people dash around. We have many things on our minds and try to accomplish them in one day. We run from store to store, trying to find that perfect gift for someone. We may spend hours shopping online for that black Friday special. We have too many obligations and try to juggle everything as best as possible, which tends to catch up with us eventually. After all, Rome was not built in one day.

Dashing Around With Family

Family members tire of dashing around, and young ones may start crying. Parents get mad and cranky after a shopping trip, especially if no one seems to get what they were after. The women will want to shop around for clothes, and the men will want to go to the hardware store for a tool that is finally on sale that they have wanted to add to their tool collection for years. Kids want to go to a toy store, and the older family members want to sit down and relax after a full day of dashing from store to store.

Too Many Things On Your To-Do List

Holiday cooking and baking. Make some of your items ahead of time, such as cookies and other things that you could freeze and unthaw later on. Decorating the tree, inviting guests and family over for holiday gatherings, sending out Christmas cards, wrapping up or mailing gifts, and so much more can wear you out quickly. Make realistic plans for holiday gatherings. Buy plenty of appetizers, have family games on hand, and watch holiday parades and sports on TV. Put those cell phones out of sight and visit. Don’t be rude and text back and forth at any family gatherings. Visit with family members around the Christmas table and Thank God for your many blessings.

Dashing Back And Forth With School Activities

Attend your children’s plays, sporting events, speeches, and more. Your children will be grateful that you attended all of their events. Always make time for your kids. Kids grow up quickly, and they will remember that you cheered them on at all their achievements during their school years.

Always Make Time For God In Your Life

Do not dah around on Sunday. Sunday is the Lord’s day, so give your entire day to the Lord, and thank him for blessing you on each day of your life journey. Remember, Christ is the reason for the Christmas season. Christmas is not about gifts. Christmas is about the Lord Jesus’ birth in a lowly manger with no crib for a bed. Without Christ, you would not be forgiven for your sins. Your life would be pointless without Jesus in it. Don’t dash around after something that you may lose track of what Christmas means and what it stands for. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for your many blessings in my life.

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How To Save On Your Purchases

How To Save On Your Purchases

Buy At The Same Store And Deal With The Owner

After a store has established that you are a good customer, they may offer you a 10% discount on all your purchases, which adds to significant savings over time. If you buy out all of their stock on floor tile or something else, they will most likely give you a considerable percentage off. I used to buy a whole roll of carpet when I had a few rental properties, and I ended up using most of the roll, which was a significant saving. I went to an appliance store and purchased three refrigerators once, saving $100.00. The money you save can be used on vacation, to give to a charity of your choice, for car repairs, and more.

Buying Vehicles

I go to several car dealers and shop around, so I know what the car is worth that I am considering buying. If they do not want to match or beat the price it is worth, I go on to a different dealer. I had one dealer asking $3000.00 more than any other dealer. I asked the owner was asking the women to pay more than the men. He told a man one price for the same car she was looking at and told her a much higher price while I was waiting for my oil change. He had enough nerve to tell me he made all his money on women who purchased cars. I told him it was the last time I would ever return to his place of business.

Buying A Home

Have the home inspected at the owner’s expense. Have them throw in the appliances on the purchase or all of the contents in the home, as you can resale them and use that money to repair the home. Never pay the asking price for a house, as there is always a little wiggle room. Have them take that amount off their asking price if something significant needs fixing. If the carpet is ruined, ask them to put a new carpet in the home, and you pick out the color that you want.

Online Shopping

I needed a new furnace recently, and I decided to buy one for my rental home simultaneously, saving about $300.00. Amazon has a lot of good sales. I purchased a new water heater from a plumbing Co. online and saved money. If you have a particular clothing brand that you know runs true to size, buy it online and save time and gas money. After Christmas, I got a new Roomba on eBay and kept over half its original asking price. I also got a new smartwatch after Christmas at a significant discount. Buy items with a warranty, so you can still come out on top if you buy a lemon. I have been thrilled with my online purchases. I hope your buying experiences will save you money that will help you or others.

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What I Think My Cats Dream About

What I Think My Cats Dream About

Cat Food

I think they dream about food most of the time. One time, my cat woke up from a nap licking his lips. Cats believe they will starve if you forget to fill their food dish to the top. One of my cats kept sniffing the air after waking up from a nap. He could tell I had baked a piece of salmon in the oven, and he wanted to be my food tester. My cats love Hartz squeezable. My house cats love them tremendously. I think my cats dream about being able to get cat treats out of their treat ball dispenser. Cats are obsessed with catnip, and if you lay some down in the bed where they are sleeping, they wake up and start chewing away at the catnip. The catnip makes them roll around and act like a kitten full of energy. They dream about catching an excellent plump mouse for an afternoon snack.

Garfunkel Woke Up After He Had Been Running In His Dream

I assumed he was fighting another cat much larger than he was and running to get away from the gigantic cat that was after him. In his dream, his front legs were moving back and forth quickly. He may have been chasing a rodent, or a coyote was after him. When he woke up, he looked shocked but relieved.

Sleeping In A Cozy New Cat Bed

Cats dream about a new bed they may receive for a present. They will have a unique, plush, luxurious cat bed until another cat in the household tries to claim it. My cats especially love the heated cat beds I have purchased for them. They can curl up in the cozy bed in their old age, and the heat helps with any joint pain that they may have. Conrad loves the heated bed I have in the dining room, and Cali takes the one in the kitchen occasionally. Garfunkel likes the plush and cozy beds.

Warm Places

I am sure my cats think of warm places to take a nap. The blanket that you have on your couch is too tempting. They dream about kneading on it and curling up in the lovely, fluffy new blanket. Your winter coat is laid out on a chair. My Siamese cat got in the coat and had her head sticking out of a sleeve in the jacket. Cali has slept in front of the fireplace, purring away in her sleep. She also sleeps by the heat register in the dining room.

Having A Loving Owner

My cats love to sleep and dream away on my lap or bed. Cats dream about an owner who will look after their well-being and take them to the Vet when sick. Cats depend on their owner to be loving, kind, compassionate, and caring. My cats dream that they will get the perfect Christmas present this year. Our cats give us joy, and they love us dearly. Cats dream about their cat friends and their good times together. Dream only the best dreams possible, my Dear feline friends.

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Be Prepared

Be Prepared

Be Prepared For Anything That Comes Your Way In Life

If you are unprepared for when your electricity goes out, you may suffer in the cold for days. I have backup generators and a backup ventless propane furnace, so my plumbing will not freeze. Don’t think disaster will ever knock at your door, for it eventually knocks on everyone’s door. Buy life insurance for all of us are going to die someday. Do not saddle your children with paying off your funeral bill eventually. I like to keep my shots and checkups up to date as it may help prevent a disease that may kill me without intervention: property and household insurance. A tornado or fire could destroy your whole home and the contents in your home. Insurance will help you get back on your feet much quicker without a horrible debt on your shoulders. Health issues will come our way the older we get. We must prepare for someone to help us if we get hospitalized or cannot conduct our business anymore. Meet with your Lawyer and get something drawn up way ahead of time because your health can change in a heartbeat. Get anti-virus software on your computer and other electronics connected to your internet. Many scammers are out there waiting to take advantage of anyone they can. Don’t be a person that gets scammed. Watch and monitor all your activity on your own and with anti-virus software that will back you up and protect your hard-earned money from being taken by a scammer who has never worked at an honest job in their lifetime. You will have cheerleaders, and you will also have people who will be delighted when you stumble and fall. Avoid people who put you down, for they are not your friends. Friends lift you on eagle wings so you can soar to new heights.

Be Prepared For When God Comes On Judgement Day

Don’t be drunk or out on the town acting silly and out of your mind when God comes on Judgement Day. None of us know the day or the time that God will come on Judgement Day. Live your life like every day is going to be Judgement Day. Be alert, and do not let anyone lead you astray from the path that God has chosen for you to live with your life. God has chosen a path that will do the most good for you and many others. Help people and never make fun of them. You have no idea of all the struggles they have had to go through or endure. If you knew everything a person had gone through, you would be astonished and dumbfounded. All of us carry burdens of some kind. Try to walk in the other person’s shoes and see if you can without falling and tripping. God, help us accept everyone as they are and not Judge them, for you are the only Judge of man, as written in the Bible. Be kind, joyful, hopeful, loving, peaceful, caring, and compassionate to all who cross your path in life.

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Some Of My Cats Mouse Catching Techniques

Some Of My Cats Mouse Catching Techniques

The Pride Catch

Sometimes, my cats band together to catch that elusive mouse in the house. One of my cats will be in the middle of the piece of furniture, stove, or refrigerator they think the mouse is hiding under, and a cat on both ends. This method works out very well, as the mouse always gets caught. My cats will sit by the stove all night, and eventually, the hungry mouse runs right into the trap with the almond butter. Outdoor cats have routines similar to family groups, which will help catch the mouse. Outdoor cats play with the mouse before they go in for the kill.

Single Cat Mouse Hunting

My indoor cat Conrad prefers to drown them in his water dish. Cali will chase them into a trap or kill them and leave the head behind to show that she is earning her keep as a huntress. Garfunkel helps my other cats out, but he never learned mouse-hunting skills from his Mother, as he was given to me when he was very young. My outdoor cat Onyx, who died at age 18, caught many mice in the ditches by my house. I used to have a cat that would sleep in the bushes by my home in the summer months, and he could catch a lot of mice by doing that.

Mother Cats

Mother cats will generally teach their kittens how to catch and kill mice as it is a survival skill in the wild. Most Mother cats will catch and release the mouse in front of their kittens. They hope the kitten will eventually learn to kill the mouse and eat it for nutrition. Most young kittens play with the mouse, and then it gets away unless the Mother cat watches it constantly. They often repeat the mouse-hunting and killing skills until their kittens finally catch on. If the Mother cat is not a great huntress, the kittens will not be either.

If You Have Any Cracks In Your Home, A Mouse Will Get In Eventually

I caulked all of the cracks in my foundation and by my doors. Mice can run in your home when you open your door, coming and going. Mice can flatten down and get in the thinnest of cracks. I had a cat that loved to sleep with a small dog in her dog house that we had years ago. She could catch any mice that got next to my door, and the dog kept her and her cat family warm in the cold winter months. I keep mothballs in my vehicles as they do not like the smell of mothballs.

Cats Want To Please Their Human Family By Keeping Us Rodent Free

My cats are always on mouse patrol, even when I have not seen a mouse in my house all year. In frigid winters, mice will find a way to get into your home to stay cozy and warm. Never put out mouse poison when you have cats, as your cats may eat the poison and die. Let your hunters and huntresses keep your home rodent-free.

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What Inspires Us?

What Inspires Us?

Our Parents

My parents have inspired me greatly in my life. I am determined to live my life as they did. They worked hard, had pride in their work, and always liked to make things look neat and clean. My Mother and Father were wonderful, kind, caring, and loving. They taught me many valuable things that have helped me throughout my life. My parents never used foul language. We can get our point across without foul language. Talk to someone in plain English without swear words, and they can tell if you are upset with them. Work things out with people and never go to bed angry.

Famous People

Some people are inspired by what a famous person does in their life. Boys may strive to be like renowned baseball or football players. People are inspired by those who save people’s lives, and they may want to be in the health profession someday, and they may save your life by doing so. A famous artist may pique your interest in artwork and inspire you to create your masterpiece. Some of the former Presidents have inspired me by their famous speeches.

Teachers

A teacher may inspire you greatly. She may tell you you gave an excellent speech or wrote a beautiful poem. You may write a book of poetry one day or become a book writer of some kind. Teachers can tell a lot about us by how we act and interact with others in the classroom. If I had an excellent teacher in a particular subject, I would generally excel at that subject. If I had an unkind, uncaring teacher, I would not do as well in that subject as they made it that way for me by how they taught the subject.

Carpenters

I have had excellent carpenters that I have hired. They have inspired me to do more with my carpentry skills. I have repaired and replaced windowsills, painted inside and out, replaced a screen door, and much more. My father and grandfather were excellent carpenters, and I learned all my carpentry skills from them. My father and grandfather built a house in 1949. I used to work with my father on carpentry repairs or remodeling when we owned rental homes years ago. I watched some men put siding on a house for me, and later on, I put siding on a small, older building.

Inspirations

I hope God inspires you. God gave his son’s life for us to be forgiven of our sins so that we may live on in spiritual form after we die on earth. No one loves another human more than laying down his life for them so they may live. We should be inspired by God’s teachings and what God has done for us. He has provided food and water on Mother Earth for all of us. God cares for us 24/7. God always answers our prayers. We may not see the answer if we are not looking or listening to his answer at that particular time in our lives. God, thank you for the many blessings you have given to me.

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How To Sell Most Anything

How To Sell Most Anything

Rummage Sales

Having a rummage sale is a quick way to eliminate unwanted items. If you have not used an item in ten years, you might as well sell it. I have found that true in most cases. Price things reasonably at your rummage sale; after all, the idea is to eliminate unwanted items. Some people will try to make a ridiculous offer for your items. If you have an item you purchased but never used for some reason, hang onto it and try selling it at your next rummage sale rather than taking a ridiculous offer. I had one woman buy an AC from me, and once I had it in her car, she tried to lower the price after we had agreed on it. I said no that I would take it out of her trunk; she then paid the price we had agreed on. I had a man taking things from my sale, and many witnesses saw him loading his car with my items before he paid me for him. I kept track of every item and presented him with the bill before he drove off. He was shocked that I knew exactly what he had loaded in his car. I have had good luck over the years except for those two people.

Facebook Marketplace

People have had excellent luck with Marketplace. They meet at the person in a busy parking lot where it is safe for both parties involved. I purchased a superb desk that way one time. If you are busy, this is an excellent way to sell as you can meet up with each other when you are free.

Auctions

Having an auctioneer sell your items takes all the hassle out of trying to sell the item yourself. They handle the advertising and the money. You have a wide array of people bidding on your items, and they have a list of collectors they can call for some items. It would be best if you had spotters in at an auction to watch unscrupulous people who put valuables in other boxes or take parts off an article so they can buy it for hardly anything.

Ebay

Selling on eBay gets your item noticed by many people far and wide. I like to look at things on eBay and look at what the item sold for, not what they were asking for the item. You can then price your item at a price that will sell quickly.

Advertising

You can put your item up on a board in some stores that have a board up for people to post their items on. Tell all of the good points about the item that you are selling so they will think they cannot live without it. Know everything there is to know about the item you are trying to sell. My Father had a disk for sale, and the man on the phone said I was the first woman who knew about farm equipment, and I sold the disk to him because I was informed.

Realtor

Your realtor can sell your home by having it on multiple listings so more people can see it. Most likely, they will have a walk-through video of the home. The realtor will handle all of the paperwork, so you do not have to hire someone to do that. I sold a house on Facebook one time by having a walk-through video.

The Art Of The Sale

Tell the people about what you are trying to sell. I sold my first three cars on my own. I mentioned they had low mileage, I had the service records, and they were in pristine condition, and I sold them ASAP. Never try to oversell something. Close the deal quickly and stop talking; after all, you have sold it now, so stop trying to sell it, as they may back out before you get their check.

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