Author: Laura Weers

Death and Compassion

Isaiah 38: 10 I said in the cutting off of my days, I shall go to the gates of the grave; I am deprived of the residue of my years.

Exodus 3: 7 And the Lord said, I have indeed seen the affliction of my people which are in Egypt and have heard their cry because of their taskmaster; for I know their sorrows.

Death comes like a thief in the night. You are never prepared for it and do not know when your death will occur. Death does not care if you are rich or poor. It treats us all equally and comes to all of us.

What you do while living on this earth affects many more people than you know. A simple act of kindness could save someone’s life or a kind word. If you are in the hospital, a visit from a friend may give you the will to carry on and spread God’ss wonderful works to other people in need. All of us are put here on earth to serve God so that he can see us at our best.

Do random acts of kindness for people that they least expect and make their day brighter. God sometimes answers our prayers in ways we are unaware of until we think it through for a while. I have consistently grown closer to God when loved ones have died. God is my anchor and my salvation on earth. The lord came to serve, not to be done, and we should follow the same example. Always follow the Golden Rule.

I want to spread God’s good works while I can see them on earth. I want to visit the elderly in rest homes and the people in the Hospice program. The elderly have spent a lot of time teaching us through the years. The least we can do for them is to visit them while they are on their final journey in life.

Think about what you can do to spread God’s good works to people. Give food to the food bank, clothes to Goodwill, money to the salvation army for kids’ Christmas presents, and always listen to, be kind, considerate, and carrying and giving to other people. Fill people’s lives with joy, hope, peace, love, and compassion that you are here on earth daily.

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Purina Pro Plan Dental Crunch Cat Snacks with Natural Chicken & Liver Flavors from Chewy.Com

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 13, 2017
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I was provided Purina Pro Plan Dental Crunch Cat Snacks with Natural Chicken & Liver Flavors from Chewy.Com to facilitate my review. All thoughts are 100 % honest and my own.

I first gave the Purina Pro Plan dental cat snacks to my three house cats, Kohl, Garfunkel, and Conrad. Kohl inhaled his cat snacks. Garfunkel kept pushing the cat snacks out of my hand with his paws. I think Garfunkel was hoping beyond all hope that I would drop the entire bag of Purina dental cat snacks so he could finish off the whole bag. Conrad ate up his cat snacks quickly and kept coming around me most of the night, purring away constantly in hopes that I would break down and give him more and more Purina Dental Crunch cat snacks.

Purina Pro Plan Dental Crunch Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com are made in the USA. Their cat snacks help reduce tartar buildup on your cat’s teeth, and they help your cat have fresh breath. The Purina Pro Plan Dental Crunch Cat Snacks have no artificial colors or preservatives. A -fully grown cat over 5 lbs. can have up to 17 Purina Pro Plan dental cat snacks daily. Each piece of the dental cat snack has only 1.3 calories.

I gave some Purina dental cat snacks to Maggie, one of my outdoor cats. The second I put the treat out for her, it disappeared.

Russ, Addi, Hilford, Mr. Gray, Bella, Faith, Nicole, and Cali loved their Purina Pro Plan Dental Crunch Cat Snacks with Natural Chicken & Liver Flavors from Chewy.Com. Mr. Gray tried to eat up my other cat’s cat snacks, but they ate them up quickly, so he had to settle for his fair share. Cali and Hilford made short work of their dental cat snacks. Nicole generally likes to hide, but the smell of the dental cat snacks tired her, and she came out of hiding to eat some of the Purina Pro Plan Dental cat snacks—all paws up for the Purina Pro Plan Dental Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com.

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Closer to Thee

Deuteronomy 4: 7

For what nation is there so great, who hath God so nigh unto them, as the Lord our God is in all things we call upon him for?

James 4: 8

Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners, purify your hearts, ye double-minded.

Getting closer to God is all about how you act around other people and read the Bible and if you follow the teachings in the Bible. Be kind to one another every day of your life. Help someone who needs a friendly voice, the elderly, the sick, the poor, and the downtrodden-ed. Remember, you will be on the receiving end someday and probably much sooner than you imagined possible.

Live each day of your life like it might be your last day on earth because it will eventually be your last day on earth. Ask yourself whether I gave help where it was needed today. Did I make someone smile today? Did I help someone carry their groceries to their car, and did I accomplish all the goals I could have today to help someone in need?

Visiting people regularly lifts their spirits and yours. When someone comes into a room, welcome them with open arms, and they will feel welcomed and return to the group again soon. Do not ignore people; it makes them uncomfortable and unwelcome. Treat people with respect and do not judge people, for you have no idea what they have been through or endured in their lifetime. People have dealt with horrific and terrible things through the years, so be kind, considerate, and compassionate to your fellow man.

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Frisco Scoopable Cat Litter from Chewy.Com

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 6, 2017
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I was provided Frisco Scoopable cat litter from Chewy.Com to facilitate my review. All thoughts are 100 % honest and my own.

I left my old brand of cat litter in one of my litter boxes. I put the new Frisco cat litter in my other litter box. My house cat Garfunkel gave the new cat litter the smell test immediately. Frisco cat litter passed Garfunkel’s smell test, and he deposited it in the litter box directly.

My house cats used their Frisco Scoopable cat litter at night. It is a hard clumping cat litter that holds together well as you remove it from the litter box, making cleanup much more accessible. Frisco cat litter is fragrance-free, odor-neutralizing, low dust, low tracking, and formulated for Multi-Cat households. I love that Frisco Scoopable Cat Litter from Chewy.Com is made in Canada.

My house cats started using the Frisco cat litter in 24 hours. I think my cats like that the Frisco cat litter is fragrance-free. I know that most cats do not like perfume and are repulsed by the smell of most perfumes. I did not see any Frisco cat litter on the floor after my cats had exited their litter box.

I did not notice any cat litter stuck between the paws of my cats. I have had some cat litter stuck between my cats’ claws, which is not comfortable or sanitary for you or your cat. My house cats never even hesitated to use the Frisco scoopable cat litter from Chewy.Com.

My cats dig their new Frisco cat litter. My cats put their paws into it and made a direct deposit in a short amount of time.

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United We Stand Divided We Fall

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date February 3, 2017
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Titus 1: 4

To Titus, own my son after the common faith; Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Savior.

Galatians 3: 28

There is neither Jew nor Greek nor bond nor free; there is neither male nor female; for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Ephesians 2: 14

For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us;

Without unity or a common cause, a United Church could not exist. Members come to church with a common cause to Worship God and to have fellowship. By having people come together with a common cause, many good things can get done quickly and efficiently. Mission work gets done by having different individuals donate items, and each person brings their talents to the table, and the group has become one in a common cause. Unity takes time, and relationships must be established and grow in trust, faith, and understanding.

People all excel in different hidden talents which can enhance the growth of their church. Some people are good at singing, reaching out to others in Christian Love, cooking or baking, bookwork, and so much more.

The church. It is divided on what they want, nothing will get done, and the church will suffer significantly because of the divide. A good church leader can mend the divide. The leader will help them see the bigger picture, spreading God’s good works. You cannot apply God’s good results without unity in your church.

I am glad that I belong to a United Church and that we have fellowship, mission groups, church breakfast, and a wonderful pastor, and we are all United in a common cause which is to spread God’s good works every day of our lives here on Earth. May everyone find peace, hope, faith, love, grace, and joy in their life today and always.

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Halo Healthsome Chicken Cat Treats from Chewy.Com

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 30, 2017
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I was provided Halo Healthsome Chicken cat treats from Chewy.Com to facilitate my review. All thoughts are 100 % honest and my own.

I first gave the Halo cat treats to my cat next door. Cali liked her treats so much that she kept head-butting me for more Halo cat treats. Bella was sleeping in a heated cat bed but came to life quickly after eating her Halo cat treats because she did not want to miss out on a single morsel. Faith, Mr.Gray, Hilford, and Nicole went after the Halo Healthsome Chicken cat treats from Chewy.Com.like there was no tomorrow.

My outdoor cat Maggie kept pushing her head under my arm as if to say keep giving me more of the beautiful Halo cat treats. Maggie ate four pieces of the cat treats as quickly as I placed them on the cement for her to eat them.

Halo Healthsome cat treats are made with real chicken, ground peas, pumpkin, catnip, flaxseed, and more. Halo has no artificial flavors or colors, and the treat crunchy texture helps keep your cat’s teeth clean and breathe fresh. Halo Healthsome chicken cat treats have protein and fiber, are made from high-quality natural ingredients, and have a great aroma and fun shapes.

I gave some of the Halo cats treats to Garfunkel and Kohl. Garfunkel almost got Kohl’s cat treat, but even an older cat is extra quick if he thinks the younger cat will steal his delicious cat treats from under him. They ate up their Halo cat treats fast as lightning. I put some of the Halo Healthsome Chicken cat treats from Chewy.Com in a cat treat dispenser, and Conrad had his treats dispensed out to himself in record time. All of my cats said this treat made their day.

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The Door of Opportunity

Hosea 2: 15

And I will give her her vineyards from thence, and the valley of A – chor for a door of hope; and she shall sing there, as in the days of her youth and the day when she came up out of the land of Egypt.

We are all called to a door of hope in our life, perhaps a wedding, a newborn baby, a new job, a new opportunity, and a new house.

When one door closes in your life, you can open a new one if you set your mind to making it happen. If you get an illness, you may have to change gears completely. You may find a new job that is much more rewarding in the long run than the old job you used to have. I love to write and visit people in nursing homes. Staying with people who have given us so much throughout the years is rewarding. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to put a smile on someone’s face and make their day a little more enjoyable.

If you have to relocate for a job opportunity, you will have some anxiety about making new friends and connections. Your old friends will always stay in touch with you, and you will also make many new friends along life’s many journeys.

Many new opportunities will come your way in life; don’t be afraid to embrace them. Change is one constant thing in our lives, and we know it might be better for us in the long run. The older we get, the less we like changes in our life. By changing our lives, we learn more than we ever thought possible.

Traveling let you embrace the World and discover that people all over the World want the same things in life. We all want hope, joy, love, and peace in our lives every day that we are on earth.

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Do You Know Your Cats Meow and Different Expressions ?

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 24, 2017
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I was blindfolded once for a class assignment. My Mother leads me around the farm with my blindfold on. With my blindfold, I identified each of my outdoor cats by their particular meow. I handed in my report, which my teacher read out loud to all my high-class junior students. The students did not believe I could identify my cats by their meows, except for one girl in my class who had a cat and was thoroughly familiar with cats’ different sounds and pitches in their meows. I received an A on my written assignment.

You can tell if your cat is sick sometimes by his meow. Sometimes their meow will sound weak and soft instead of their usual high-pitched meow. Your cat may have a sad face and eyes as if to say help me; I am not feeling well. A healthy cat usually holds its tail up high. A sickly cat will walk around with its tail drooping or straight down. A cat that does not feel good may cough or have runny eyes and dirty inner ears.

If your cat smells something he does not like, he will wrinkle up his nose as if to say my, that is disgusting. You are better clean that up right now, my human friend. Cats sometimes smell each other and make an awful face as if to tell the other cat you better clean yourself next time, buddy.

Cats like to rub against you to put their scent on you and claim you as their own. Some of my cats want to sleep as close as possible to me in bed at night to stay extra warm and toasty. You can generally tell what your cat thinks of his meows, facial expressions, and tones and pitches in his meows.

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Iowa Thai Bistro

Thai Bistro located in Mason City, Iowa

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 20, 2017
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My Mt friend and I ate at the Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar in Mason City, Iowa. The person who led us to our table was amiable and immediately gave us water, which I greatly appreciated. Our waiter came to our table quickly also, and I asked him if he had any food that was not spicy. He said he could make the food. However, I wanted. Our waiter gave us time to review their menu, and I was very impressed with their selection of food items that I could order.

I ordered a Philadelphia Roll that had smoked salmon, avocado, and rice, and it also came with a nice lettuce salad. My food had a wonderful flavor, and I was very impressed with my meal.

My friend ordered chicken with mixed vegetables and rice, and her meal also had a lettuce salad. My friend said that she enjoyed her food.

I was impressed by how clean their restaurant was and nicely appointed. Our waiter was attentive, kept our water glasses full, and asked us how our food tasted.

Thai Bistro is across the street from South Bridge Mall in Mason City, Iowa. Thai Bistro had all age groups in their restaurant at noon. I looked at what other people had ordered, and everything looked like I might want to try it myself shortly. The music in their restaurant was not loud, so you could visit the person sitting across from you at your table and hear every word they said to you, which was very nice.

I would highly recommend the Thai Bistro in Mason City, Iowa. They are very accommodating, and their food is excellent.

Purina Pro Plan Indoor LowCal Tuna Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com

Purina Pro Plan Indoor LowCal Tuna Cat Snack from Chewy.Com

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 16, 2017
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I was provided Purina Pro Plan Indoor Low-Calorie Tuna Cat Snack from Chewy.Com to facilitate my review. All thoughts are 100 % honest and my own.

Purina Pro Plan Tuna Cat Snacks are made with real tuna, contain prebiotic fiber, and are low-calorie. Purina Pro Plan is made in the USA by Nestle Purina Pet Care. The cat snacks have no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

I first gave the Purina Pro Plan cat snacks from Chewy.Com to one of my house cats Garfunkel who gobbled them down quickly. Kohl stood on his hind legs, begging for more of the Purina Tuna Cat Snacks I gave him. I put some Purina Tuna Cat Snacks in Conrad’s cat snack dispensers. Conrad ate every single treat except for one piece that Kohl ate. Conrad showed Kohl how to work the treat dispenser, and Kohl got rewarded for his efforts. Kohl generally does not want to play with the cat treat dispenser, but he liked the Purina Pro Plan Indoor Tuna Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com, so he just had to learn how to get a treat out of that dispenser with Conrad’s guidance.

I gave my outdoor cat Maggie some of the Purina Tuna Cat Snacks she loved. Maggie is pleasantly plump and can use a low-calorie snack occasionally.

Today, I gave Garfunkel, Kohl, and Conrad more Purina Pro Plan Indoor Low-Calorie Tuna Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com. Garfunkel loved these wonderful treats again today. Kohl stood on his hind legs again to beg for more Purina Tuna Cat Snacks. Conrad ran after his snacks as I tossed them into the room for him to go after. Conrad found every delicious Purina Tuna Cat Snack I had thrown into another room. My cats give a high paw to Purina Pro Plan Indoor Low-Calorie Tuna Cat Snacks from Chewy.Com.

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