Cat Tales with Laura and Inspirations with Laura

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date November 12, 2021
No Comments on Some Days Nothing Seems To Go Right

A Bad Start To Your Day

You may have received bad news about someone or something. Someone may have accused you of something you did not do. Maybe your car would not start this morning. We must learn to live with the mishaps and false acquisitions in life. Somedays, we cannot see the forest for the trees. We must look at each tree in the woods, for each has its shape and purpose. We must remember that one event does not represent our whole life. Some people will always bring storms into your life if you let them. Try to surround yourself with the people that bring sunshine into your life. Remember, a bad day can turn into a good day with the right people leading you forward out of the storms of life.

Try To Turn A Bad Day Into A Good Day

Try to get your mind off what went wrong and think of everything that has gone right in your life. Stay busy with an activity that will keep you alive and give you a sense of accomplishment. Go out to lunch or have coffee with a good friend and reminisce about the places you have seen and the events you have attended together. If life gives you lemons, make some lemonade and enjoy it.

Waiting Too Long

I am not happy if I have to wait over ten minutes for someone. One day I had to wait for a train for forty minutes. I decided to look at the scenery and the different cars in the area instead of getting mad or frustrated. We will have to wait for many things in our lifetimes. We may wait for health test results which can become very problematic. All of us wait a long time to get screened at the airport. We must be patient and respectful of other people at all times. The other people are waiting just as you are. Sometimes the wait is well worth the reward at the end of the day.

You Broke A Treasured Object

Over the years, I have broken dishes, glasses, cups, and much more. We feel bad when we break a special drink that our Grandmother gave us, I have washed glasses, and when you dry them, they slip out of your hand and break into pieces. We must remember that nothing truly lasts forever, and we must not forget our fond memories of Grandma serving us fresh lemonade from the glass. Excellent memories and events last forever. Remember to try to make all your days end with sunshine. God brings sunshine into all of your days if you ask him to. God is my inspiration when all else fails. God is light, and God’s love shines on us every day without fail.

Cats And Cold Weather

Cats Do Not Like Cold Drafts

My house cats love to curl up on a blanket over my chair or couch. I have also noticed my cat Kohl sleeping in front of my electric fireplace. I have two heated cat beds in my house. I have a heated water dish in my other home and one in my outdoor cat building. Your cat’s health needs to have fresh water every day. Conrad loves to curl up and sleep in a covered circular heated cat bed. My outdoor cat sleeps in a heated small dog house on a bench in the outdoor building. My cat’s next door has a small heater that heats the house. They have heated windowsill cat beds, heated tiny dog houses, covered heated beds, and beds with large towels to lay on. If any of my cats feel a draft, they immediately go to a wild area out of the draft. Never put a cat bed on the ground; it will be cold and drafty. Always place the cat bed on a sturdy bench or on shelving where the bed cannot slip or fall off. I remember my cat beds away from doors and areas that get a lot of foot traffic—cats like a quiet area where they can rest without being awakened by you moving around.

Taking Care Of Feral Cats In Cold Weather

Buy a small heated dog house and a heated water dish and place them in an area that is draft free. Be sure you make a clear path for them to enter and exit the house after it snows. Put some cat food in a bowl for them and ensure it has not frozen at night. Put out fresh water for them every day. Give them canned food in the morning, as it will add more nourishment to their diet to help them maintain their body temperature. Take the feral cats to your Vet for shots if you can safely catch and transport them. Your feral cats should be able to withstand the cold weather if they have these provisions.

Never Let Your Cat Outdoors In The Winter Months Unless You Have Them On A Cat Harness

People have told me they have seen cats outdoors in horrible snow storms. One woman rescued a cat that had his paws frozen to the sidewalk. She had to pour hot water on his feet to free him from the sidewalk. She took him to the Vet and had his feet treated for frostbite. Luckily, he recovered and could walk and move around well. Cats originally came from Africa and cannot survive in cold weather without shelter. If your cat ran away from you, if you let him out in the winter, he could die from exposure to the elements. One woman found a cat almost completely frozen one winter morning. She placed the poor cat in front of her furnace, and he began to move. She saved his life, luckily. Keep your cats warm, healthy, safe, and happy this winter.

Tags cat beds, Frostbite, Signs of a Sick Cat

Keep A Positive Attitude

Negativity

Negativity will suck you down into a vortex that will take the life right out of you. There is no room for negativity in your life. Do not dwell on negative thoughts; think of the positive things in your life. Think of all of the blessings in your life. You are fortunate to have good health and a roof over your head. Negative thoughts belong in the past and think of all the positive things in your life.

Enjoy Your Day With A Friend

Spending time with a friend is fun. Go out for coffee and sit and visit for a while. Go for a drive and shop in some of your local small-town stores. Try a new restaurant, and you may want to make that restaurant a regular stop on your short trips. Small-town shops offer excellent service and have some of the old hard-to-find items you may have been looking for. Go to a drive-through park and stop and enjoy the great outdoors for a while. You may want to gather more mushrooms if you are a hunter. Pack up for a picnic and reminisce about the picnics of your childhood.

Health Problems

Remember, whatever health problem you have, there is always someone worse off than you are. Turn lemons into lemonade and make the best of your situation. You may find a more rewarding form of work because of your health. If you cannot move as fast as you used to, remember that some people cannot move. Keep a positive attitude even when things are not as you wish; God knows all your concerns and problems and will be your guide and compass in uncharted territory. Never give up hope, and always look for the light of God in your life every day.

Your Day Did Not Go As Planned

Remember, tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it. If your car broke down today, remember it can be fixed if you broke a glass that can be replaced. You arrived late to work today because you did not get up early enough, and your Boss was unhappy with you. Tomorrow you can get up extra early and catch up with things at work that you did not get done yesterday because you overslept. Some days do not go according to how you planned them to. Life has ups and downs and bumps in the road, and how we handle them will make or break us. I intend to keep a positive attitude no matter what.

God Has A Positive Attitude

God has given us different skills that we can better the World with. It is our responsibility to use our skills to the best of our ability to leave a positive and everlasting mark in the World that will please God and help humanity. God, thank you for the positive thoughts you bring to my life.

Tags Inspirations with Laura

Buying A Starter Home

Have A Plan For Fixing Your First Home

Look at the home you want to purchase several times to make sure it is the ideal starter home for you. Talk to the neighbors and the police to see if you’ll buy a home in that area of town. Talk to several contractors to estimate what you cannot fix yourself. Look at all your expenses on the house if you purchase it. Have the roof and foundation checked. Have the house checked for termites. Have an inspector inspect the home to see if you overlooked some oversized ticket items. Have someone go up in the attic and check the insulation level and see if there are any broken rafters or any signs of fire from the past. See what other houses in the neighborhood are selling for. Look at several starter home possibilities before deciding to buy a first home. Eventually, you will probably want to remodel your kitchen and bathroom, as people will notice these improvements if and when you ever want to sell your home. See what it will cost to insure your home and the average utility bills year-round.

Negotiating The Price On Your Starter Home

Tell your realtor the price you wish to pay for the home. She will present the offer to the seller, and they will generally come back with a counteroffer. You can then submit your counteroffer and see if they will accept it. They may counter your request again, and you have to decide if you can live with that price or if you want to wait and see if they will accept your offer. You may get a policy covering all major appliances and furnaces if they break down in the home through your realtor. You may contact the seller to throw something in on the deal, such as the stove and refrigerator or a piece of furniture you like in the home. You might tell him that if he puts a new furnace in, consider selling the house. Negotiating is a must since most repairs run higher than you think they will.

Things To Do Right After You Purchase Your Starter Home

Put in all new door locks so you will feel secure. Buy insurance on your home and its contents. Check your window latches and ensure your basement windows cannot be easily opened outdoors. Put all new carpets throughout the house. If the roof needs replacing, do it ASAP before it leaks and ruins the ceiling and the floors. Have cracks fixed in the foundation before you have significant gaps? You will have nothing when you do not have a good roof or foundation on your home; a house with a good foundation cannot stand on solid ground for long.

Curb Appeal For Your Starter Home

Plant bushes and trees and keep the outside of your home repaired. Good landscaping sets off the house. Keep your lawn mowed and rake up your leaves. Clean off the snow from your walks in the winter months. Replace uneven sidewalk sections. Window treatments make a home look much better. Keep your porch stained and your house painted. Never set garbage by your home and leave it there. A well-maintained home will last for years, and you can sell it right away when you are ready for your dream home. Enjoy your first starter home and remodel it to your specifications.

Tags starter home, tips

Be Kind To All You Meet On Life's Hi-Way

Be Kind To All You Meet On Life’s Hi-Way

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 29, 2021
No Comments on Be Kind To All You Meet On Life’s Hi-Way

Kindness Matters Always

If someone is unkind, it ruins your day and makes you uncomfortable. It is much easier to be kind and considerate of others people’s feelings, and they will thank you. Always put yourself in the others person’s position. Compliment people on a well-done job, and always remember to thank them when they help you. Do not cut in front of others in a line of people, as your turn will come later. Unkind people only think of themselves and not the other guy. Make it your daily goal to put a smile on someone’s face and light up their day.

Be Kind While You Drive

If you do not know who has the ride away, give it to the other person sitting at the stop sign. Road rage is unacceptable, and you could cause someone’s death by driving like a maniac just because you had to wait longer than you thought you should have to wait for road construction. If you were working on the road, would you want cars flying past you? I am sure you answered no to the question at hand. Thank road workers for making the roads safer for us. If someone passes you and has to slow down immediately, do not fly around them and apply your breaks as you could cause them or your death. Always drive with a cool head, and never go like you on the Indy 500. Be a kind and considerate driver whenever you get behind your car’s wheel.

Be Kind And Help Others When They Need A Hand

All of us will need a helping hand in life eventually. If someone needs a ride to the Doctor, give them a ride. If they have something that needs fixing, you know how to fix it for them. Be kind to others even if they are not kind to you. Keep spreading love even if you do not get it back. I was stuck in the ditch once by my house after a snowstorm, and three of my neighbors noticed, and all of them offered to help me; I thanked them and told them I had called for a tow truck. If you see someone who can hardly carry their groceries, carry them to their car. Always thank the people that park your car, serve your food and offer a service to you and make sure you leave them a tip. People remember when they are treated kindly, and they are genuinely grateful.

God Is Always Kind

God gave his only begotten son as he died on the cross for our sins so that we may be forgiven for our sins and have everlasting life. God gives us land to grow food on and animals to eat and provides us with what we need to survive on planet earth. God is our refuge and strength and always helps us when we are in trouble. God has given his spirits presence with us and hope of eternity spent with him. God is a good and kind God.

Tags Be Kind To All You Meet On Life;s Hi-Way, Inspirations with Laura

Various Cat Personalities

Shy And Reserved

My cat Conrad is timid. Conrad will run and hide when company comes to my house. His brother Peter is the same way. Peter will watch me clean the litter box and the floors and put out fresh water and more food. When I have left the house, he will come out to eat. Their Mother was shy until just recently. Their Mother, Lizzie, loves to be held now and is very friendly toward me, but she still is very cautious of other people. Their Father was Onyx, an outdoor cat that I had for 17 years. He would only let me near him to feed him. Sherlock is one of Peters’s offspring, and he does not care to be touched by anyone. Mr. Gray and Hilford are also Peters’s offspring and will let me pat and hold them on the head.

Unfriendly And Short Tempered

Nicole does not want to touch, hold, or have anything to do with humans. When you must catch her for a vet visit, she jumps off cupboards and performs death-defying acts like a circus animal. She has bitten me, so I see her behind the nap of her neck, have a fish net over her, and then release her into the pet carrier. She likes my vet, acts like a perfect lady, and never tries to bite him. She generally sleeps in a heated, covered, small pet house. She looks like a British short hair cat. I have had three outdoor cats in my younger years with nasty tempers. Two were given to me, and one was raised on the farm. One went to live with one of my neighbors. The other two relocated to a new home. Some feral cats never seem to become tame and lovable cats.

Siamese Temper

I had a purebred Siamese cat by the name of Sugar. If Sugar stared at your face, you better put her on the ground if you did not want to injure her. Sugar never liked other cats except for baby kittens. She went outdoors one day and decided to bet up the top female cat in my hierarchy. I made sure she stayed in the house after that. She grew up with birds in her home before I adopted her. I had a pet parakeet, which she dearly loved, and she would lay on the bed and listen to him sing away. One day a friend’s cat came to visit, and she liked Sugars bird in another way. Sugar bet up the other cat before I finally got them separated. The other cat never tried to harm Sugars parakeet or even give it a second look after that. I Dearly loved Sugar, and she lived to be 18 years old—a picture of my cat Winchester.

Outgoing And Very Personable

Kohl loves everyone and is an amiable and genuinely outgoing cat. I had a cat named Red, and he loved people, and he loved to have people watch him play his ball game. He was an expert with that circle game toy, and he knew it. He had to make sure everyone in the room watched him so they would know how smart and talented he was with that ball game. My first cat Flossie was sweet and loving, and she would follow me all over my farm. My cat Cali next door loves people to make a fuss over her. I had a calico named Blacknose growing up, and she loved to be held while I was on my tricycle. Sebastian was one of my house cats, and he loved to visit residents at the Rest Home as he was a very gentle soul. Ginger, Philmoor, Catrenia, Sly, and many other cats have had outgoing and pleasant personalities over the years. Cats are generally loving, comforting, and kind. Give your new cat time to warm up to you, as most cats will grow to love you just as much as you will grow to love them quickly. Faith is very friendly, and she gets along with almost anyone. Cats are excellent friends and will comfort you when you are not feeling well. Thank you, God, for putting cats on Earth for us. As you know, we need them in our lives.

Tags Benefits of Having a Cat, Picking Out A Kitten

God Will Bring Out The Best In You

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 22, 2021
No Comments on God Will Bring Out The Best In You

Do More Good In The World

Help people out that genuinely need help. Help the poor and less fortunate every day you live on earth. It irritates me when I see wealthy people go to food banks and share the food with their rich friends. Food banks are meant for the less fortunate. If you are rich and go to food, God is watching you. Help those that cannot help themselves and give to charities because you want to help those that truly need help and support to lift them in the World. If you see someone that has to put some of their groceries back, offer to pay for what they cannot pay for. If someone asks you for food at a restaurant, invite them into the restaurant and order a meal for them to eat. Ask God to guide you to who needs the most help. Call lonely people and talk to them on the phone, making their day much brighter. Offer to help neighbors with things they can no longer do independently due to age or health-related problems. Be a go-to person for people and understand their plight in life. God loves a faithful giver that does not expect something in return.

Be Polite And Kind To All That Cross Your Path In Life

People like to be around someone kind and caring. Being around someone who is cross and irritable always gets tiresome and wears you out mentally and physically. Your attitude toward life shows in every small thing that you do. If you think the glass is half empty, it will undoubtedly be. I see the glass as half complete and want to fill it to the top. Go-getters in life don’t let anything slow them down. Jesus was polite and kind to all that he met in his life. A go-getter puts people first, has unique perspectives, has failed at things in life, and is not the loudest voice in the crowd. Go-getters practice gratitude. A go-getter is very ambitious, and they will go after what they want in life. Our workforce needs more go-getters and achievers to keep moving along.

American Products Can Be Reliable Again

We have to be proud of what we make in America once again. We need to make appliances and other items that last as they did years ago. My stove stopped working after 16 years, and I purchased a new stove. They told me I would be lucky if it lasted eight years.

God Has Given You The Talents You Need To Excel In Life

Think about what you are good at in life and run to the finish line with those talents. If you have not pursued your abilities in life, it is never too late to follow them. God has a plan for us to make the World a better place. Ask God to help you with your life’s goals or talents daily, for you may save many lives and help many people.

Tags Inspirations with Laura

Where To Find Toys To Buy For Christmas

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 18, 2021
No Comments on Where To Find Toys To Buy For Christmas

Landers Hardware Hank is Located In Greene, Iowa

They have a large selection of toys suitable for boys and girls of all ages. They have a lot of Hot Wheel cars and farm equipment toys. They have dolls and Breyer’s Horses. They have toy guns and bows and arrows for sets for kids. I also saw an assortment of stuffed animals. They have catcher mitts and bad-mitten sets. Landers Hardware Hank has a wide variety of small-town hardware store toys. I was impressed with their selection of fine toys.

Larson’s Mercantile is Located In Clear Lake, Iowa

Larson’s has Breyer Horses, dolls, old-style toys, Lego sets, Melissa and Doug items, coloring books, books for kids, a large variety of stuffed animals, toy money, and old-fashioned board games. They sell small plastic animals of all kinds. They have small toys that make perfect stocking stuffers. They have Gumby and his horse friend Pokey. I like their old-fashioned candy bars and candy cigarettes. They have pocket-sized or desk-top quiz games, skee ball games, and many more. They have wooden puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. I saw a children’s Bible that would make a perfect Christmas present. Their marble collection is fantastic. They have many toys that I grew up with and loved playing with years ago. They have an ant farm kit and a container to keep insects in to observe them. Larson’s Mercantile has toys for every age group that they will be delighted with.

Lark Toys is Located In Kellogg, Minnesota

I love looking at the toys at Lark Toys. They have a large assortment of nicely made wooden toys. They have a vast selection of books. They had a cat book that was identical to the one my Mother had as a child. The book had a modern cover, but all the cat pictures were similar. They have a toy museum that the adults will love looking at while shopping for toys for the kids in the family. All the toys have excellent artistry and are built to last for years. Lark toy store is enormous and arranged nicely, so everything is easy to find.

Hunts Silver Lake Drug Store, Located In Rochester, Minnesota

They sell Breyer horses and stuffed animals. They have Melissa and Doug items for sale. They have small plastic toys for sale. They have many Hallmark items for sale. Hunts Drug Store is easy to find In Rochester, Minnesota.

Midwest Toys Of Iowa is Located In Mallard, Iowa

I talked to the owner of Midwest Toys of Iowa, and he said he had 500 small toys for sale, plus much more. They have a large selection of farm toys and equipment. They have lots of games and collectibles for sale. They have been in business for two years and have an annual income of 1M to 2.5 M.

Charles RO Supply is Located In Maiden, MA

I purchased several nice Lionel trains over the years from Charles RO Supply. Charles RO is America’s largest train store. I always ordered my Lionel trains directly from them. I called their 800 number, and my trains always arrived on schedule. I would generally order from the owner of the company. Charles RO is my go-to store for toy trains. I am happy with all of my purchases from them over the years. I hope you find the perfect toys for your little ones or older ones this Christmas season.

Tags tips, toys

Take Time To Enjoy Life

Visit With Others

Everyone likes to visit with people as we all have much to share. Time spent with God is the best way to enjoy every day of your life. The sound of a human voice can be very calming and relaxing. Talking to someone can make all the difference in the world when one does not feel well. A dark and dreary day can become a sunshiny day after you have spoken to a friend. Call on people living alone often to check on their well-being and let them know you are thinking of them. Be a person that others can talk to and feel comfortable talking to. If someone is down, do not tell them to snap out of it, as we all handle problems differently. Be a listener more than a talker, and then you will be able to hopefully put a smile on their face by the end of your visit.

Spend Time By Yourself Now And Then

Spend a relaxing day in a hammock reading a book with a gentle breeze swaying you back and forth. Go for a long walk and think about things that bring you joy. Family and Friends bring great joy to almost everyone. God brings the greatest joy of all into your life 24/7. Have a cat on your lap and read a book or watch TV. Cats seem to know instinctively if you are having a good or bad day. As your cat purrs away on your lap, you will have a better day after your cat has purred and rubbed his nose on you or touched your face with his paw gently. Watch your cat relax, try to relax as your cat has settled, and do not sweat the small stuff in life.

Travel

Travel brings joy as you can relax and look at the beautiful scenery. If you stay at a hotel, you will have fresh bedding and towels daily. You can eat out every day and have no dishes to wash at the end of the day. You will not be getting those annoying telemarketer calls. You will be able to shop in stores that you have never been to before. Treat yourself to one fancy and memorable meal on your vacation. I love to walk on break and look at the architecture of the buildings, flowers, snow-covered mountain tops, animals, cars, outdoor markets, and much more. I enjoy eating the different foods each country is known for and looking at each country’s main attractions. I enjoy traveling and seeing and talking to people in other countries. Traveling broadens your horizons. Traveling is one of my spices of life.

Remember The Sabbath Day And Keep It Holy

Go to church and have fellowship with your church family. Dress appropriately in the house of the Lord. If you have health problems, listen to church services on Facebook. I listen to three church services every Sunday, which all have a wonderful message. Think of how you can use the news to help others in the coming days. Praise God for the many blessings he has given you throughout your life. Remember to enjoy life, cherish the moments you have, and use those moments to enrich the lives of others today and always.

Tags Inspirations with Laura

I have 11 Cats That Live In A House All Of Their Own

I Have 11 Cats That Live In A House Of Their Own

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 11, 2021
No Comments on I Have 11 Cats That Live In A House Of Their Own

My Cats Get Along With Each Other Beautifully

If you introduce cats correctly to each other, they should become friends rather quickly. I always put the newcomer in the bathroom with his food dish, water, and litter box. My other cats and he can smell each other from under the door. They can growl at each other with the safety of the door separating them. Remember not to pay too much attention to the new cat when your others cats are watching, as they are just like jealous children. Place your new cat in a room with your other cats and observe how they get along. The head of the household male cat will let the new cat know he is in charge. He may growl at him and try to get in a fight with him. Let them work it out if there is just a little spat. If you see that they will have a no-hold-barred fighting, separate your new cat again before you place them all together. They should all live in perfect harmony within a week.

Fall Cleaning Next Door

I wash all of the cat’s towels that they have for bedding. I scrub the floors with Lysol disinfectant cleaner, and I do a thorough cleaning of the house. I clean up all of the food dishes and the water bowl. I wash and clean out the litter robots and the other cat litter boxes. I make sure my heated cat beds, water dish, and electric heater are working. Now is an excellent time to throw out old cat toys or replace beds that have worn out. Order new heated beds now before the prices go up. I stock up on kitty litter and ensure I have plenty of cat food and treats. Wash your cat toys and beds that are washable. Once your heated cat beds are seven years old, replace them, as the heated pad probably does not release as much heat as it used to.

Cat Trees And Cat Hammocks

My cats love to sit high in the top tier of their cat trees and look out the windows at birds and other animals that may pass by. The cats love to curl up and fall asleep in their cat hammocks with scratching posts. I like sturdy well, constructed cat trees that have carpet on them, as they are also easier to clean with carpet on them.

Fall Health Care

I take my cats to the vet for their shots early in the spring. Suppose your cat has developed a cough or seems to have a cold. Take him to the vet ASAP before it becomes life-threatening. A minor illness can become a significant disease as the weather gets colder and colder. Ensure all your cats are warm and cozy as the colder weather sets in. We all want a happy and healthy cat for our feline friends.

Tags Benefits of Having a Cat, cat beds, Cat Emergency, Cat food, cat treats, Introducing a New Cat Into Your Home, Picking Out A Kitten, Signs of a Sick Cat, What Should I be Feeding My Cat ?, Whats Upsetting My Cat ?