Author: Laura Weers

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date September 25, 2020
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Do you feel like you are lost in the shuffle in life? We get stuck in patterns that may not be good for us. We are creatures of habit, and bad habits are hard to break or overcome. We may go to the same stores to shop all the time and never try out the new store that just opened down the street. Try something new daily and break away from the old habits holding you back.

Learn Something New Everyday

I like to try out new things and learn something new daily; doing new things and exploring new things puts you in a better frame of mind. Your mind is yearning to learn new things that will help enrich your life. Traveling is an excellent way to broaden your horizons and discover the vast beauty of God’s creations. Learning the history of the various places I travel to is enlightening. I have learned a lot about my ancestors by traveling to the countries that they came from.

Put God, Family, And Friends First In Your Life

Remember always to have family, God, and good friends come first in your life. Money does not buy happiness. Never get lost in the shuffle in life over money. Money will not help you feel better about yourself or talk to you when you need someone to share your thoughts with. Material possessions only go so far. Retail therapy is a temporary fix to a much bigger problem. Retail therapy does not help with loneliness or losing a loved one. Surround yourself with family and friends and praise God daily, and then you will be truly fulfilled in life.

Never Forget God In The Shuffle Of Life

Make sure you never forget God in the shuffle of life. Without God, you would not be here on earth. Go to church as often as possible and praise God for what he has given you here on earth and what he will give you when you die, which is eternal life. God is our creator and our great redeemer. Read a daily devotion and think about how I can use that to help someone today. Go to religious events in your local community, such as plays, musicals, etc. Pray to God not to let you get lost in the shuffle in life. Pray without ceasing. Tell God you love him and want him to be your compass in life.

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My Two Asthmatic House Cats

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date September 21, 2020
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Kohl and Conrad Are Half Brothers

I read that Himalayan And Siamese cats are more prone to asthma than other breeds. Kohl and Conrad have Siamese, Himalayan, and domestic short hair in their DNA makeup. The article I read said that female cats are more likely to have asthma than males. Kohl and Conrad are neutered Tom’s.

Kohl’s Asthma

Kohl would snore loudly at night, and he would also sneeze on you. We started giving him antibiotics which seemed to help him for about two months, and then he would have the same old symptoms again. He started life with an upper respiratory infection as a tiny kitten. His Mother was very young, and he would have died if I had not had him as a house cat. I had to feed him PediaSure for one month; otherwise, he would not have survived. Kohl is now 12 years old. He hasid shots to control his asthmatic attacks and is ng OK now.

Conrad’s Asthma

Conrad’s asthma started quickly. He started out sleeping more and not having any energy. He would lay on his back with his feet up in the air. Conrad had lost interest in playing with his toys and just wanted to rest all the time. I looked at his breathing one day, and I noticed his lungs were moving up and down very rapidly. I could tell he was having labored breathing. I called my vet ASAP, and he looked Conrad over and said he had asthma. He gave Conrad a steroid shot, and he was breathing perfectly in the morning.

How You Can Treat Asthma In Cats

If you have a naturally gentle cat that will put up with anything, you can put a breathing mask on your cat and use an inhaler on him. I know my cats would freak out if I tried to put a show on their face, so I chose the only other option, the steroid shot.

Long-Term Effects Of Steroid Shots

Steroid shots can cause heart trouble, muscle weakness, diabetes, and more when used for a long-term illness. My vet said not to give my cats more steroid shots than necessary. He said to watch them closely and only bring them in for another steroid shot when they are having trouble breathing. The steroid shots should last 6 to 8 weeks before another attempt is necessary. I hope your cats can live more accessible with this knowledge, as you will know what to look for if your cat has any breathing issues.

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Endurance

Do we have the endurance to continue when adversity knocks on our door louder than ever? Sometimes we think things are too complex for us, and we barely have the stamina to continue. We must have fortitude and know that God will lift us at our darkest hour. We will all endure many storms in our life. Life will ask more from us than we have to give, but we will not be crushed or forsaken.

We think some people have an easy life, but they are the people that know their limitations and put what they are good at to help enrich others people’s lives. Please do not be jealous of someone or their accomplishments. You do not see what they have had to endure in their life. Be a cheerleader for people and congratulate them on any achievements they have had in their life.

A person does not have peace and joy until they have endured the pain. We take much pain and suffering when we are hurt, injured, or in the hospital. Embrace your pain and move forward with it and reflect on your pain.

We have a great deal of endurance when push comes to shove. The old saying slow and steady wins the race is very accurate indeed. Perseverance keeps us going in the long haul. With persistence, we can recover from wounds, trauma, and fatigue. We must be resilient and have a strong constitution, grit, and a certain hardiness to survive. May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace every single day of your life. We hope things will improve quickly when we endure hardship and pain.

Endurance will test you and take you to your maximum limitations. It is your job to endure whatever comes your way and learn from it. Think to yourself while you are sick what you want to do with yourself when you have your life energy back again. You can write a card to someone while recovering or reach out to someone recovering from an illness. You can start writing a journal or start planning a trip. Read the Bible and daily devotions.

Many people in the Bible have endured a lot of pain and suffering. They became better people and stewards after their hardships and suffering. God gives us pain and suffering for the betterment of our external souls. It is difficult for us to comprehend this. But he knows what is best for us. God is our comfort in the midst of our suffering. God comforts us while we are suffering so we can comfort others while they are suffering. Maintain a cheerful heart and let others see your joyspiriteart. Keep on enduring, children; you will see God in his full glory.

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Are Cats Are Like Family

We think of our cats as family, and they think of us as part of their family. We form very close bonds with our cats. They sleep in our bed with us at night. They sit as close as they possibly can to us. We want them to be as healthy as possible and care very deeply for them. We take them to the vet for their daily checkups and ensure all of their shots are current.

Cats do tend to have a favorite family member in your household. They hold a special place in their heart for that person, and the bond cannot be broken. Cats vie for your attention and always succeed in getting it, whether negative or positive. Humans tend to compete for attention now and then also.

A purring cat will relax almost anyone and give them a better mind. Watching your cat sleeping peacefully makes you want to take a catnap also sometimes. After a hard day of work, a cat is lovely to come home to. They will sit in your lap and purr away and are glad you are back home again to be with them.

We love our cats unconditionally, and they love us because we love them. We shower our cats with fancy beds, toys, food, and more. Are cats make no demands on us except they need food, shelter, water, loving care, and someone to be kind to them all of their nine lives.

Teach your children at a very young age it is not right to harm or injure a defenseless animal. Teach them how to hold a cat correctly, which is not alright to pull the cat’s tail. Children learn by example, so set the bar high on how you treat one of God’s beautiful creatures, thee cat. A cat is a perfect pet for a young child as their pet cat may live to be 18 years old if they are well cared for and have a good genetic makeup.

I cannot imagine a World without a beloved pet cat in it. I hope your cat family member keeps you relaxed and purrs away on your lap for many years. God bless our feline friends.

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In Search Of Beautiful Fall Foliage

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date September 11, 2020
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In Search Of Beautiful Fall Foliage

I have always loved to go for a drive and look at the beautiful colors of fall foliage. As a child, my parents and I drove to McGregor, Iowa, along the Mississippi River. The leaves are spectacular in this area. We would cross the other side of the river, go to Praire du Chien, Wisconsin, and visit the Villa Louis, a National Historic Landmark on St. Feriole Island in Praire du Chien, Wisconsin. We would also drive to Galena, Illinois, and look at President Grant’s home, which was built in 1859-1860. We would go to an apple orchard in Nashua, Iowa, and stop and look at the Little Brown Church.

Looking At Leaves Along River Roads

I like driving to Keosauqua, Iowa, along the Des Moines River. Keosauqua is one of the villages in Van Buren county. I love to stay at the Historic Hotel Manning overnight when traveling in the fall and to look at the villages of Van Buren county. I like to look at Bonaparte and Bentonsport, Iowa, as these villages have changed very little over the steamboat days of old. Farmington, Iowa, is a city in Van Buren county. They have lots of interesting old stores to see and shop in. I love this beautiful historic area. River roads are a great place to drive along and enjoy the fantastic fall foliage.

Governor Larabee’s Mansion is Located In Clermont, Iowa

I love this drive and looking at his beautiful mansion and all its beautiful rooms and furniture, which sits up high on a hill looking down at the town. He would purchase five or more items at once and sell them at a small profit except for one, and then the one he wanted would be free. He had a pet ocelot, and when she died, he had a taxidermist prepare her body to look lifelike, and you can see her when you tour his magnificent mansion. The outdoor area is well-manicured and stunning.

Fall Foliage In Vermont, New Hampshire, And Maine

Now is the peak time for looking at the fall foliage in Vermont and enjoying their homemade Maple Syrup. I loved driving to Stowe, Vermont, and staying at the Trapp Family Lodge. The Sound of Music is based on the Trapp family. The leaves in this area I would rank no. 1 on my list. Driving through the White Mountains in New Hampshire will amaze you with the colors of the beautiful fall leaves. Traveling through the New England states is lovely. We saw the Cog Railway. The White Mountain Lodge has 5-star accommodations and excellent food. We were driving in Coastal Maine to see the fall foliage. We drove along the coast in Camden, Maine. We also stopped and toured several of the lighthouses in the area. At night we had a wonderful lobster dinner. We drove to Kennebunk and Kennebunkport, Maine. We drove past President George H. W. Bush’s house in Kennebunkport, Maine. We went along the Hwy next to the Atlantic Ocean and enjoyed our spectacular scenery. We ate some fried fish and chips at a minor road stand that was very popular. We had an excellent duck dinner in Kennebunkport, Maine, in the evening.

Boulder and Estes Park, Colorado

When traveling in Colorado, go early before some roads close in higher elevations due to snow. I love driving in Boulder and Estes Park; I also love driving on Hwy 7, which takes you to Lyons, Colorado, where I always have to stop for homemade Bing Cherry Juice. Estes Park has magnificent fall foliage. Drive along the Big Thompson River for spectacular fall colors.

Enjoy The Colors of Fall

Find the peak time of year for the best fall colors in the state you will be traveling to. Looking at leaves and taking drives in the fall is fun and relaxing. You can shop in the town’s stores and maybe buy some new fall clothing. Enjoy coffee at a coffee shop and dine at a new restaurant. I also look for gifts that I can give to friends at Christmas. Enjoy the fruits of your labor this fall by driving in search of the perfect fall foliage.

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Life Has Many Paths

Choose The Right Path

Choose the right path to take you in the right direction in life. We have many ways available for us to walk along in life. Take a course with few forks in the road so you won’t get stuck on a path anywhere. If you find yourself on the wrong path, ask God for guidance, as he will call you back on the right track quickly and safely. Do not stay on the wrong way, as you may get tangled up in the dirt and debris left on that path by others who have gone on it before you.

Our Forefathers Blazed Many Paths For Us

Our forefathers have blazed many paths for us to follow over the years. Some of them lingered on the way for too long, and others persevered and helped get our nation on solid ground. We have much to learn from our founding Fathers as they blazed a trail that many can benefit from forever. If we try to change what our Founding fathers accomplished, our country will be ruined. The Magna Carta and other English documents inspired them.

Sometimes We Have To Get On A New Path In Life

Sometimes we have to get off a path we have been on for years because of our age, health, or change of the times, or our job may be eliminated due to progress. Maybe it’s time to start writing a book you have always wanted. You could do volunteer work and get great satisfaction by helping others. God has chosen the path he wants us to take since we were in our Mother’s wombs. We may now be on the way God has always wanted us to take. If you stumble and fall on your path, keep going, God will help you with all of your endeavors that will benefit others along your way.

Be Brave And Adventurous On Your Path In Life

Be brave and adventurous, and you will discover great things to look at on the paths you walk. The scenes of nature can never be captured the way your eyes can capture the scene at that particular moment. Look at the mountains and think how many years it took to form that mountain and look as magnetic as it does now. There will be flowers, trees, animals, people, plants, houses, and God’s magnificent creations to enjoy on all the paths you walk in life.

Sometimes It Is Necessary To Blaze A New Trail

Sometimes it is necessary to walk down a path that few people walk on. If you see someone being laughed at or bullied, help them. If you see someone who cannot defend themselves against others, call as many people as possible for help. We will need an advocate for us at some time on our path in life as we cannot defend ourselves. Many people try to look the other way and not think about injustice. Injustice will come to all of us someday, and I think you will care if everyone walks on by and does nothing to help you.

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Taking The Road Less traveled

Taking The Road Less Traveled

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date September 4, 2020
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By taking the road less traveled, you will find little hidden treasures on your journey through life. The side streets are not as busy, and there is much scenery to enjoy. Roads traveled by the masses lack majestic scenery as it has been destroyed to help move the traffic along quickly and efficiently. The Interstates are the quickest way to get from point A to point B, but you will miss out on a relaxing and scenic journey.

Small Towns

I like to drive through small towns and shop in their stores. I have found many small-town furniture stores, drugstores, hardware stores, appliance stores, bookstores, antique stores, clothing and shoe stores, and more. They are always very friendly and accommodating to your needs. I love to eat at small-town restaurants. I have been served many mouthwatering specialty dishes at small hometown restaurants. I have a favorite hardware store that specializes in old tools and more. I have made a lot of purchases at that beautiful old hardware store over the years.

Youthful Years

In my youth, I always had my parents stop at a small metal building by the side of the road: a pop-up candy store. I would order their Milk Duds or a Sugar Daddy Milk Caramelized Pop and eat it on our way home. I would buy popcorn from a little metal shed by the side of the road in another small town. In adulthood, I would order alfalfa shots and watermelon juice. I would also stop at a roadside store that sold delicious fresh Bing cherry juice.

Blaze Your Trail In life.

Don’t always follow the masses, and do not be afraid to blaze your trail in life. Following the herd can lead to danger. To find beauty and scenery, do not follow the herd. Think for yourself and do not do what the rest of the group does to fit in or be famous. Civil unrest can happen with herd mentality. Sometimes when one person sees someone destroying something, the group will follow suit, and it keeps escalating out of control into utter chaos.

The Road Less Traveled Leads To Heaven

God Will Lead You On The Road That He Wants You To Travel On

Do not be afraid to carve your trail in life. Jesus said The road less traveled is the road to heaven. God said you could not take shortcuts to get to the other side of the mountain. Follow God by faith and have peace with God through Jesus. God will lead you on the roads that he wants you to travel in your life. Keep your faith, hope, grace, peace, joy, and more by following God whenever and wherever he leads you throughout your entire life. Remember, always take the road less traveled, and you will be content and find joy in your life.

Scripture Matthew 7: 13-14

Enter ye in the strait gate: for wide is the entrance, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because straight is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.

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A History Lover's Guide To Lincoln By Gretchen M. Garrison

A History Lover’s Guide To Lincoln By Gretchen M. Garrison

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date August 31, 2020
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To facilitate my review, I was provided a copy of her book: A History Lover’s Guide To Lincoln by Gretchen M. Garrison. All thoughts are 100 % honest and my own.

Lincoln, Nebraska, is Gretchen’s hometown. She has done an outstanding job of telling the history of Lincoln. I am very impressed with her book as it means the vast history of Lincoln. I could not lay the book down once I started to read it. I love reading history books and knowing what buildings used to be years ago. I love the pictures she included in her book, as you can see the great pride people took in constructing their buildings years ago.

Lincoln, Nebraska, was initially known as Lancaster. The salt flats in Lancaster elevated the village to capital status. In 1867 the first lot sold for 25 cents in Lincoln, and the next day, the lots were selling for $40.00 to $150.00 a lot. Lincoln’s population increased over the years. The people started with 30 settlers to a city of 300,000.

The History of The Buildings In Lincoln

I love the fact that a lot of the buildings in Lincoln have been re-purposed. Different businesses have gone into the buildings over the years. The second floors of a lot of the buildings are now apartments. I wouldn’t say I like it when they tear down historic buildings. Some of the buildings in Lincoln have been a family business for many years and are still operating as they were years ago. Leon’s is still in business, selling items as they have for many years. The first thing I do when I go into an old store that I am impressed with is to ask them about the history of the building over the years. Pershing Auditorium opened in 1958. Johnny Carsen and Stecher-Horowitz were duo pianists. General Pershing’s hometown was Lincoln. Charles Lindbergh went to the Nebraska Standard Flying School. Because he went to Flying School in Lincoln, he could move on to more aviation experiences. Lincoln National Bank was robbed, and the robbers took off with a sizable amount of cash and bonds, even by today’s standards. Learn more about the robbery in the book. Gene Bedient started the Bedient Pipe Organ Company in 1969. The masterpiece Bedient organs are in many Lincoln churches. I loved reading about the history of the churches and schools in Lincoln. Churches and schools help build and hold a community together.

I highly recommend reading A History Lover’s Guide To Lincoln by Gretchen M. Garrison. You can purchase A History Lover’s Guide To Lincoln on Amazon .com. Click on my link above.

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Living A Holy life

Living A Holy Life

Holiness

Holiness builds a relationship with God and builds spiritual strength and stability. Holiness makes us useful for God’s purposes. Holiness in your life helps us be adequate for God’s purposes. Holiness in your life causes people around to glorify God. Holiness builds peace with God. Piety pleases God and produces fruit. Holiness sets us free and draws us close to God—scriptures: Readings in Psalms, Timothy, Peter, and Ephesians.

Holy

Holy is anything directly connected to God, such as your house of worship, the Bible, and more. Obey God’s laws to be considered holy to God. Holy means clean and pure and is held sacred. Living by God’s standards is considered to be blessed. When we work hard, God wants us to enjoy the benefits of our hard work, for it is a gift from God. Have a sincere heart and speak the truth. Do not live a life that is in between holy and unholy, for God wants you to live a truly blessed life. God wants us to be blessed to be free from our sins. Glorify God by being holy and living a righteous life. Let your beacon shine in the darkness that will lead people to God.

Ways To be Holy

Keep the Sabbath day and worship and honor God for everything he has blessed you. Tell others about your relationship with God and how he has helped and inspired you to become better. Help other people whenever and however you can. Live a life that you and God can be proud of. Keep the Ten Commandments and follow the Golden Rule. Always be kind, compassionate, caring, loving, joyful, peaceful, hopeful, and bless others. Be grateful for other people’s accomplishments and do not try to do them out or keep us with the Jones, Be thankful and appreciative for all God has given you to enjoy. Remember to glorify God every single day of your life.

Remember, On Christ, The Solid Rock You Stand. All Other Ground Is Sinking Sand

Keep a pure heart and soul, and mind. Be a person that inspires others to do the right things in life. Live your life as Christ intends you to live your life. Do not attend church just to be noticed. Attend church to grow closer to God and help him spread his good works. God has a purpose for all of us. Before you do something you regret, say to yourself is how Christ would want me to act. Give with a cheerful heart, not expecting anything in return. Make every day that draws you closer to God and helps many other people with all their struggles, trials, and tribulations in life grow closer to Goo. Please go out and fulfill God’s purpose for you in this World and do it in a Holy manner. God bless you with your spiritual growth.

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Spot Chomp! Pet Odor & Stain Carpet Cleaner

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date August 24, 2020
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I purchased Spot Chomp! Pet Odor & Stain Carpet Cleaner from a local store in my area. You can also buy this product on Amazon.com.

Spot Chomp! Removes stains and odors and keeps them from coming back. Spot Chomp has professional cleaning power, obliterates colors, keeps them from returning, and leaves no tacky residue on your carpets. Spot Chomp has neutralizing odor molecules. Their formula contains no artificial scents or irritants. Spot Chomp is environmentally, pet friendly, and bio-degradable.

Test a small area of your carpet for color fastness. Some pet stains may cause discoloration permanently depending on the carpet fibers. Remove the residue with a clean white cloth. Saturate the area of the paint with Spot Chomp. After ten minutes, blot with a damp cloth and gently rubs toward the center of the pet stain. Let the area dry thoroughly, then vacuum to restore your carpet’s nap; for maximum results, use immediately before the paint has set. For stubborn stains, repeat the process. Spot Chomp can be used on carpet, wood floors, tile grout, and any porous surface.

I have also used Spot Chomp to clean any messes from my cat’s bedding. The dreaded hairball and cat vomit are easily removed from their cat’s beds with this fine top, quality product. Always check your cat bed for color fastness before use.

I like that Spot Chomp is made in the USA and uses a hypoallergenic formula that contains no artificial scents or irritants. I have had excellent results every time I have used Spot Chomp. I try to clean up any pet carpet stains the minute they happen. Sometimes we are away from home when our cat throws up on our carpet. I have even had excellent results with Spot Chomp after the pet stain has set in for a while. I always use heavy-duty white paper towels to clean up cat messes and have had excellent results. I would highly recommend Spot Chomp! Pet Odor & Stain Carpet Cleaner. My cats and I are always happy with the cleaning power of Spot Chomp. My cats and I like an odor-free carpet, floors, and an immaculate home.

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