Author: Laura Weers

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date March 1, 2026
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Cats Do Not Like Moves

If you move into a different home, place their blankets and favorite toys around the house. Put their litterbox in the basement or in the bathroom where you had it located before, and show it to them right away. Put some relaxing cat scent products that you can get from your Vet in your new home, and also make sure you have that in your car or the cage with your cat before moving, and the trip will be more relaxing for you and your feline friend. Do not expect your cat to get used to your new home immediately, and make sure they do not get outdoors, as they will run and hide in an area they know nothing about and may be killed by a car or an animal. Give your cat some of his favorite treats and let him sleep in your bed with you so that he feels safe in his new home.

Digestive Issues With Changes

Your cat may vomit due to all the excitement of moving or have diarrhea. Do not give your cat a different kind of cat food after moving, or he may get really sick and stop eating. If we have too many changes all at once, it may cause digestive issues with us as well.

Moving And Buying New Furniture

If you got rid of your old furniture before your move, I hope you saved some of the pillows or blankets, as you can place them on the new couch to avoid issues like peeing on it because it smells different than their old, familiar couch. You can place their old cat toys on chairs, as they have their scent on them. Do not scold your cat if he has accidents after your move, because his stress level is at its peak. New appliances will make different sounds than the old ones and may frighten your cat. Your cat may jump in the air as they walk by the appliance or hiss.

Cat Towers, Cat Trees, and Cat Hammocks

I hope you were able to bring some of your old cat furniture to your new home, as the familiar scents will help them feel at home. Try to buy cat trees and hammocks similar to your old ones if you couldn’t take them with you. Place their towers by windows as they love to rest and sleep in the warm sun.

Expect Your Cat To Hide And Act Differently Until They Get Used To Their Humble Abode

My Grandma’s cat hid in a shoebox for a few days, and her neighbor helped her find her after she managed to get the lid back on. She was very hard to find. Your cat may hide in a closet or under furniture until they feel safe and comfortable in their new surroundings. Let your cat come to you when they are ready to do so, and do not force them to sit on your lap against their will. Both you and the cats will love your new home once you get used to everything. Happy New Home experiences await.

Promises Are Made To Be Kept

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 26, 2026
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Never Break A Promise, As You Are Also Breaking A Trust

People expect you to follow through with a promise. Think about it, if you went to the ER and no one came to help you, you most likely would die. Promises can be a matter of life or death, literally depending upon the situation. If someone does not follow through on a promise, they have broken my trust. If you become sick or the weather prevents you from completing your promise, please let them know and do not leave them holding false hope. People will understand that the promise you made to them was out of your control, due to health or other issues.

God Made A Promise To Us That We Would Have Everlasting Life When He Laid Down His Life For Us

If God were to break his promise to us, we would all die from our sins, as no one is without sin on earth. God always keeps His promises to His faithful followers and those who genuinely repent of their sins. God provides food for us, and he shelters us from life’s storms that come our way. God watches over us 24/7, and he tries to protect us from the evil in this world. If you have a feeling that you should stay home because you may be in an accident, by all means listen to that feeling and stay home. We can live in paradise on earth if we follow God and appreciate all the beauty in the world, rather than dwelling on everything wrong. Some people bring joy wherever they go, and others bring joy when they leave. When a high-pressure salesperson calls, the call brings joy when it’s over. Talking to those who love and care about you brings joy into your life that lasts forever.

If Someone Says They Will Come To Your Place At A Certain Time, They Should Be On Time Or Early

It is very disrespectful to keep people waiting for you to show up. We all have the same number of hours in a day. If we wait for people to show up, they are robbing us of our time on earth, since we could be doing other things instead of waiting for them to show up when it is convenient for them. I dislike it when people are not on time. Time is precious, time is golden, time is not a given, as it is a gift from God for us to use wisely while we are on earth. Never spend your day just sitting around twiddling your thumbs. Stay busy, as busy hands stay out of trouble and make a difference in the world. Idle hands serve no one, and being idle can bring evil your way, as the old saying goes, Idle hands are the devil’s workshop. Be on time and contribute as much as your health allows in this world, for many hands working together can move mountains and bring about good.

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Upgrades Or Updates

Cell Phones

Cell phones are almost obsolete the moment you purchase them. You are constantly making updates, which I get tired of. The cell phone company keeps pestering you to upgrade your phone with more storage or a faster processor. They will send an email almost every day saying we will take $300.00 off a new phone with a trade-in, or $700.00 off with your old phone. It is ridiculous that a new cell phone costs much more than your laptop. I do not like getting used to a new phone, and at most companies, no one will help you. They tell you to ask your Grandkids even when you are too old to have Grandkids. They infuriated one woman, and she pulled out her driver’s license and said, “Look, I am only 35.” She stormed out without buying anything from that cell phone company. Some companies will not help you n put the screen protector on, and then you try, and the screen is full of bubbles. One man had Parkinson’s, and they could tell by just observing him that he could not possibly put on the screen protector. They told him to have his family help him, but he said he had no one, and they still did not help. Companies need to treat their customers better, or they will lose them, and word of mouth travels at lightning speed. A happy customer will bring business to your door, and a dissatisfied customer will take business away from you.

Upgrades On Appliances

I do not like digital appliances, as they wear out much quicker than the old turn-button and knob variety. If possible, I try to buy ones with buttons and knobs, as they still stand the test of time. New digital appliances last half as long as those with buttons and knobs. They have a new clothes dryer out now that will press, sort, and fold your clothes. They come out in a tray ready to put away. With all these features, more modules and sensors can wear out, nickel-and-diming you to death. The landfills are full of appliances because it is not cost-effective to repair them. A new motherboard costs one-third as much as a new unit. We live in a throwaway society, which is a bad state of affairs. Our old appliances would last 20 to 40 years, and now, if we are lucky, 8 to 10 years.

Vehicles And More

Cars need updates, and most of the time, I have to take mine to my dealer because it will not do the update, and then they have to reset it to make it work, which gets costly. I purchased a new furnace, and in one month, one part needed to be replaced. My old furnace was 20 years old, and I bet this one will be worn out in 8 years. They keep making the metal thinner on snow blades, cars, and more, and we know it will rust out or bend quickly if it gets bumped or hit. I hope you make the right decision when buying anything new and that it lasts for many years.

Everyday With God By Your Side

Every Day With God By Your Side

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 19, 2026
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Think About How God Has Helped You

God has helped me many times with health issues. He has always provided the right people at the right time to help save my life. I have friends who have walked the extra mile with me as I have had health issues. Friends stand by your side in good times and bad times, and they never falter in their love for you. Friends explain things to the Doctor when you are not able to. I had one doctor who thought I needed Prozac when I could have died from a serious illness. My friend told him in no uncertain terms that I was truly ill and not imagining things. With her help, I got the Doctor that I needed to see the next day. I thank God every night for helping me when I am sick, as prayers do truly get answered.

God And Workers

God has helped me get wonderful people to work with who have done repair work for me. I have had carpenters who took great pride in their work over the years. My neighbor built a wonderful new garage for our family next to the house. My carpenters have done a lot of repair work on our house and other outdoor buildings, which makes our home and buildings look well-maintained. Also, your buildings will last much longer when things get fixed promptly. Without God putting these wonderful carpenters and repair people in my life, our buildings would look awful instead of lovely.

God And Travel

I was blessed to have a friend who loved to travel as much as I did. We enjoyed traveling together and going to the same types of events, such as Operas, concerts, ballets, historic reenactments, and historic home tours. We enjoyed the different foods from the various countries. We both enjoyed shopping and found treasures to bring home from various stores. My friend added spice to life, and we could make each other laugh and have a good time. She is in God’s loving arms now. I dream about her at night, and sometimes we are at the places we traveled to in my dreams, and I remember the conversations we had together.

I Was Blessed With Wonderful And Loving Parents

Your parents help build the foundation of your life. You learn by watching and following your parents around. Your parents’ values become your values. My parents would help me with anything, and when I was little with pneumonia, they slept on the floor next to my hospital bed. I had a close and loving bond with my parents. I loved following my grandfather around, and after he died, I followed my father around as I learned how to repair almost anything by watching him and asking questions, as all children do. God gave me the right parents as they were kind, compassionate, caring, and very helpful. They even told me what to do before they died, and I have followed what they told me, as it was excellent advice. Every day is a wonderful, loving day with God by your side, protecting you against life’s storms, always knowing that clear skies will return to your life. God bless you and yours.

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Domimant House Cat

Dominant House Cat

Your Dominant House Cat Rules The Clowder

He will provoke fights with your other cats. My cat Winchester rules the house. Some days he behaves normally, and other days he acts like a wild jungle cat. He loves to pick fights with the male cats in the house, even though he is half their age. At least all of my v=cats are declawed in front, except for Faith, who was too old to get declawed when I adopted her.

My Cat Cali

When Cali started having kidney failure, Winchester took advantage of her situation. He started attacking her. I put her in my house and after having a test at my Vet that said she had kidney failure, I thenput her in my house with my two cats. I have given Cali water IVs for 6 years now, which help flush toxins from her body and encourage her to drink more water. Cali is the top cat in my house because she has a lot of Siamese blood in her. She does not attack my other two house cats, but she still runs the house according to her plans.

Winchester Is Very Moody

Winchester was a house cat at one point, but he was later dropped off at a farm. A cat that was once a house cat and then became feral has a hard time trusting people again. I love Winchester very much, and he knows it. Once in a while, Winchester will sneak outdoors, and when I try to bring him back in again, he tries to attack my face. I then place him on the floor or hang onto him very tightly, depending on the situation. I have learned to leave him outdoors and keep an eye on him until he runs up to the house door and runs right back in on his own.

My Cat Tammy And Winchester

Tammy had not been feeling exactly up to par. My Vet ran a complete blood panel on her, and it said she had an infection. I took her to my Vet for an antibiotic shot. Winchester knew she did not feel up to par, so he struck her in the face with his leg and foot, and I told him to stop doing that and that I did not approve of that kind of behavior whatsoever.

Everyone Has At Least One Dominant Cat In Their Household

There is a reason why cats act as they do. You never know what a cat has had to endure in its life before you adopted it or took it into your home. Think if you were you and a cat had been kind and loyal to your family for years, and all of a sudden they left you alone and scared on the side of the road. You would not trust anyone, and it would take a very long time to get your trust back in humanity. Siamese cats are always dominant, as it is in their DNA. If your cat has anger issues or trust issues, do the best you can to help your cat gain trust in you. Remember, never yell, strike, scream, or scare your cat, as this will only lead to more issues. Talk to your cat gently, but adjust your pitch a little to let them know you do not approve of their behavior at that moment. Have patience with your cat, as you have no idea what he has been through in his life.

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People Can Take What You Say To Heart

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 12, 2026
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Please Don’t Tell Anyone That They Cannot Do It.

We all realize that some things are beyond our reach in our lifetimes. I was once told that I couldn’t win a contest, so I shouldn’t bother entering it. I was bound and determined to enter that contest, and I won. Encourage people to take on challenges in their lives that may seem impossible, as they may exceed your wildest expectations. Never tell a child that they will not be able to get a good grade on a test, as they will most likely take it to heart and figure, ‘Why should I even study for the test, as I will not get a good grade anyway?’ Encourage children and be a positive role model for them; do so often. I was once told by someone that I would never get a good job in life. I proved them wrong. I asked someone years later how their life was going, and they told me not so well.

Never Say Hurtful Words

Some people try to cut you to the core with hurtful words. Never judge a book by its cover because you have not even looked at any chapters in the book yet. The cover may look bright and cheerful, but the chapters have been stained with hurtful words or actions. Always think before you speak, and consider how you would feel if someone said that to you. The tables should be turned then. People have health conditions that they have no control over, so never make fun of them or think that they are trying to get out of doing things, as you have no idea until you have walked in their shoes. Words and actions can stick with a person for a lifetime, so choose your words wisely and have kindness in your heart toward your fellow man.

Do Not Make Fun Of Anyone

My kindergarten teacher was absolutely not a good teacher for young children. She and the other kids in class would laugh and make fun of me. She seemed to delight in making me stand in the corner with a dunce hat on for no reason at all, and I would get blamed for things that I did not do. I was a sickly child, and she thought I was a good little guinea pig for her to have a good time with. I have forgiven her for her actions, but I can never forget what she did to me, as it still haunts my friendships with women, even today. I have a hard time trusting women or relating to them. My Mother once told me You do not like women very much, do you and she was right. I have become close friends with some women in my life, but it takes a very long time for trust to develop, as I am always waiting for the other shoe to drop. I used to be very shy, and now I am very talkative thanks to the North Iowa Bloggers Group, founded by Sara Broers. I found it easier to trust younger women after being in the blogging group. I will never trust women my age after my experience in kindergarten.

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D I Y Projects

I Like DIY Projects

I cleaned out a floor drain in the other house. My cats had knocked over the kitty litter in the drain. I swept out all of the kitty litter that I could. I ran some water, and it was still clogged with clumping kitty litter. I then poked a screwdriver down the drain and got some of the litter out, but it was still clogged. I put baking soda and white vinegar down the drain several times, and it foamed up each time. I used a degreaser, such as dish soap, snaked the drain, then poured distilled water down it, and it works perfectly. If I had hired a plumber, I would have paid $150.00.

Outdoor And Indoor DIY Projects

I love trimming trees and keeping them properly trimmed. I learned how to use a chainsaw by having my Father teach me to use it safely. I like painting and staining outdoors. I have put shingles on houses and garages, installed screen doors, put in new plugs and switches, and installed light fixtures. I fixed many leaky faucets over the years. I once had a plumber fix a faucet for me, and it leaked immediately. He claimed he had put new seats and gaskets in the fixture, and he claimed that I was so strong I had ruined the seats already. I told him that it was impossible. He met his match with me. I think he had pulled that trick with many women over the years. Ladies, educate yourselves so no one pulls the wool over your eyes when it comes to repairs. I was trying to hire a roofer for a steep roof, and I said, “Why are you trying to charge me twice as much as you would a man?” He was brutally honest and said most women do not know roof pricing, and it was a quick way to make extra money needed; needless to say, I never hired him. I like putting furniture together, staining old furniture, and making repairs, such as gluing trim back on or installing new pegs on the legs.

DIY Saves Time And Money

By painting inside your home, you can save a lot of money. I can paint quickly, and it still looks good. I was working next to a carpenter once, and I painted two rooms for him, so I decided to work on my own. I roofed two garages in one day, with someone handing me the shingles. I also painted two sides of a large shed in one afternoon.

Mowing Your Yard

I love mowing my yard because it’s very relaxing, and I love a well-manicured lawn. I used to change the oil and filters myself, and I could take off the decks and sharpen the blades. I have all of that done now, as the decks are too heavy for me to maneuver around anymore. I still check the antifreeze and oil levels and wash and wax them.

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Live A Life That Helps Others

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 5, 2026
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Helping Others In Need Is A Good Feeling

Jesus helped many people in his lifetime. He laid his hands on people and cured them of horrible diseases that had plagued them for years. Jesus defended people who were unjustly accused of things that they never did. When you help someone in pain by talking to them and bringing them to a doctor’s appointment, they are very thankful. Life does come around full circle, as you once took care of your children, they now take care of you. Some people may need someone to bring them food from time to time, especially if they cannot drive anymore. I like visiting with older people and helping them feel uplifted. If no one ever helped others out, we would all be in a horrible predicament.

Helping Hands That Help Many

We have many organizations that help others, such as food banks, the Salvation Army, and second-hand clothing stores. When many hands work together, much will be accomplished. Churches have many mission projects that provide desperately needed supplies to foreign countries and poor areas.

Helping Animals

We have dominion over the animals on earth, and it is our responsibility to ensure they are not suffering unfairly. If you adopt a cat, dog, or livestock, make sure they have fresh bedding and are warm and toasty in the winter months. Animals need regular vet checkups.

Parents

Parents try to make sure their children have a better life than they did. They encourage their children in life by answering their questions and calming their fears. Parents are constant cheerleaders for their children. My parents were very loving, kind, and protective of me. Parents should never scream at their children. I noticed a parent one day screaming at their child, and the poor child started crying because she had done nothing wrong except ask her parents if they could buy that particular toy for her Christmas present. I was very blessed to have my parents, as they explained things in great detail and truly loved me with all their heart and soul.

People Who Try To Take Advantage Of Others

Jesus taught us never to take advantage of anyone. Every day, someone gets scammed out of a lot of money. If they put that energy into working for their money, we would be much better off. They prey on the old with scare tactics and harass you. God has no time for people who do the devil’s work to get their money.

Friends Helping Friends

I have been blessed to have many wonderful and loving friends over the years that I have helped, and they have helped me. Without these wonderful friends, I would be lost. I love late-night talks with friends and going out to eat with them, and seeing how their day went. True friends are like a bouquet of beautiful flowers that last forever. Never take a friend for granted; worship them, maintain your friendship, and you and your friends will grow old together, and the bond of friendship will last forever.

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Cats And Funny Behavior

A Sick Cat Will Act Differently

They may start by losing too much weight too quickly. Cats that weigh too much are at a high risk of getting diabetic at some point, and the medicine is very costly, and it only works for so long, and you will have to have your pet cat put to sleep, as they may become so weak that they can hardly walk across the room. A sick cat will try to isolate itself from the rest of your household, and they will be hard to find. You may find an ill cat sleeping under a chair or in the basement, where it is hard to see. As cats age, they are not as playful anymore, and they get easily annoyed with any younger cats in your household that may try to pounce on them or play with their tail. Cats that are not well generally have a drooping tail. If your cat suddenly starts biting you, it is their way of telling you they don’t feel well. If your cat has diarrhea in the litterbox, it could have a variety of health issues. Never let changes in your cat’s behavior go unchecked, as your cat could die without help from your Vet. When in doubt about your cat’s health, call your Vet ASAP.

Cats At Play

Cats may try to balance on your curtain rod, and some can do it without falling, as all cats are very agile. I have a blind cat that can navigate around pictures on a bookcase perfectly. I found one of the outdoor cats years ago, balancing on a fence post as it tried to pounce on a mouse. Sher pounced on the mouse at just the right moment and with great precision, killing it immediately, and she enjoyed her mouse appetizer. I love watching kittens play with their mom’s tail and mock catfights with their siblings. Kittens love to play with and in the leaves, and they will chase the spinners that fall off the maple trees. I have had cats climb to the top of the barn roof or the very top of a tree, but they always seem to get down on their own. One of my indoor cats, years ago, would hide in a cupboard where she could look out and watch us play pool, keeping track of where the balls went into the pockets. She also hid in the towel closet one morning, and when I reached in for a towel, she moved and startled me.

Cat Helpers

I have had cats leap on my back while gardening, or start digging as I used a garden hoe. Many of my cats over the years have lain out in the garden while I was picking green beans. Our cats love us, and they want to keep track of us and keep us safe. My indoor cat, Garfunkel, would sit by our picture window while we mowed, making sure we were secure in the great outdoors.

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Have A Mission In Life

What Is Your Mission In Life?

I hope you have missions that will enrich your life and the lives of others. We need to have many missions in our lives. One could leave Earth a better place for you having been here. We should do things that help others. You could leave a scholarship to a student who cannot afford to go to college. The student you help could have a huge impact on the world someday. Pray with people who need help. The person may have constant pain or be praying for a family member to get better. All of us need people to pray for us and uplift us in turbulent times, and do not forget to pray when you have smooth sailing. God should be your constant friend and companion, not a rainy-day friend. Perhaps you love animals, so do your best to give them a loving, caring home with everything they need so they can flourish and live their best life with your loving care.

We Should Make It A Goal To Learn Something New Every Day

We are never too old to learn something new. Lifelong learning enhances your mind, and it may save someone else’s life down the road. I took a CPR class, now I would be able to save someone who had a heartattack. It is a good idea to brush up on skills from time to time. I refinished some furniture about 8 years ago, and I had not done that for years. I loved the results, as I had learned more techniques over the years by watching and observing others and by reading books on refinishing furniture. No one ever gets too old to learn, and many retired people have become famous as authors, and more.

Challenge Yourself Now And Then

If we do not challenge ourselves now and then, we become stale and moldy like an old slice of bread. I like playing old harmonicas, and I picked them up again after I retired. I play for people in rest homes and assisted living units. The people look forward to my coming, and I enjoy it. If you ride a bicycle, challenge yourself to pedal a little farther every day, and you will be pleased with the results. You will have more stamina and have lost weight. Always be the little engine that says, “I think I can, I think I can,” instead of saying, “I know I cannot do that without even trying.”

Encourage Young People

Some young people need a little encouragement. Things can get challenging and overwhelming for them with all their studies and friends pulling them in one direction, while others pull them in the wrong direction in life. Help young people get their priorities in order. Have young people pray to God for help in their lives when it seems the tide is rising against them. God can calm the roughest of seas in our lives, and we will eventually see blue skies ahead. God bless all in their life.

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