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Do You Help The Underdog?

Do you help people bullied or made fun of, or do you look the other way? We should stand up for those that are made fun of or driven. No one deserves to be picked on and made fun of every day as they go to school or their place of work. We all do our best to fit in and work with others as much as possible. Please do not make fun of someone who cannot run fast in a competition, as they may have a health condition holding them back. Always put yourself in the other person’s shoes before you utter a single word from your mouth. The spoken word is like a spent arrow lost in the night.

Do You Stand For The Right Things

Do you want to better yourself every day or settle for the same old you? We should try to learn something new every day. If you see your friend or friends doing the wrong thing, will you do it too to win favors with your friends? I hope you will tell your friend that behavior is unacceptable and that we should go home and discuss it. Go to bed every night with a clear conscience that you did your best to make the world a better place today.

Do You Stand Beside God

God wants us to be good stewards and care for each other, the creatures on earth, and the land. Tend to the needs of others and put their needs on your top priority list. Be a good steward to the ground and all the creatures that roam on earth. We will surely perish if we do not care for all the animals on earth and the land. Do you pray to God without ceasing? I hope you pray without stopping, as God hears your prayers. Without God by your side, you will surely perish.

Sometimes You Will Question What You Stand For

It is hard to please everyone, and you will not be able to. Remember to thank God every day for all of your many blessings. Your top priority should be to please God. God is our creator and great redeemer. We all have sinned, and we should never repeat our sins. Do not Judge others, as your judgment may be much worse than theirs. God is the only Judge of man.

What Values Are Important To You?

Respect, integrity, dignity, honesty, reliability, loyalty, dependability, a belief in God, Family, and being a good steward are fundamental values to me. I hope that these are some of your top deals in life. Respect people and be honest with them. Be loyal, reliable, and dependable, and have integrity. Praise God and have good family values and value your friendships with people that make your days a little brighter. Stand up for the correct values.

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How My Three House Cats Spend Their Day

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 5, 2020
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Cats get to know your schedule very quickly. When I wake up in the morning, my cats are ready for me to attend to their needs, such as freshwater cat food and fresh kitty litter. Before I go to bed in the evening, two of my cats will already be camped in my bed for a long night’s rest.

Lap Cats

My cats love to sit in my lap when I read a book or watch TV. They all take turns sitting in my lap, which works well for all concerned. I fill three treat balls for them, and they have mastered all cat treat dispensers. Garfunkel loves to watch birds from the headrest on my recliner. Conrad has a recliner that he takes long cat naps in. Kohl has a heated bed that he loves to rest in, or he is in a round fluffy cat bed.

Cat Toy Box

They like to look through their toy box and take out what catches their fancy for the day. Kohl always has at least one green plastic frog to play with. Conrad likes a bat that lights up and cat toy mice and singing birds for cats. Garfunkel seems to like metallic balls and toy mice. Conrad will meow loudly as he carries a toy mouse through the house like it is his catch of the day. My cats take many catnaps during the day. Garfunkel is on my bed watching me type this post.

Cats Do Not Like Changes To Their Daily Routines

If my cats see me packing a suitcase, they instantly know I will be gone for a while and voice their complaints loudly. They can spend their day. However, they want to while I am not home. When Kohl was young, he would knock over things while I was gone. I guess he figured he would get even for me leaving him. Friends would always take care of my cats while I was gone. When I returned from a vacation, they would not greet me immediately because they were mad that I had left them alone. Kohl tends to forgive me first, followed by Garfunkel and then Conrad.

I hope you and your cats have many relaxing and enjoyable days together. Cats adapt quickly to our schedules; we care for them deeply and love them unconditionally. Cats bring joy into our hearts and our souls.

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Give Your Anxieties To God

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date October 2, 2020
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Do Not Be Overly Anxious About Anything In Your Life

Anxiety will eat you alive in your daily life. Do not be anxious in your everyday living, as God knows what you need and is always by your side. Pray to God for guidance in your life, and remember to Thank God daily for all your accomplishments. People with anxiety disorders have persistent and intense worry about everyday situations. Ask God for help when you feel anxious about anything, and you will eventually see your anxiety fade. Give your anxiety to God, as his answer will be much better than any solution you could devise on your own accord.

Normal Anxiety

It is normal to feel anxious before a test, such as whether I have studied enough, the suitable materials, and take this exam. Before you give a speech in front of a large audience, it is customary to be slightly anxious. You may think will I say the wrong thing, or will I be so nervous I won’t be able to speak at all? I love what one of my teachers told me years ago. He told me to imagine everyone I am talking to is only dressed in their underwear, which puts all of my anxiety to bed.

Sickness And Anxiety

We are anxious when we are waiting for medical test reports. We may wonder what we must endure before we get better or die someday. I do not think about such things as letting God guide me down the path he has chosen for me to be on in my life. Take God’s hand in life and never let go of me; you will not feel the anxieties in the World.

God Can Save Us From Our Negativity

If you look at things with fear and hopelessness, you cannot accomplish anything good with your life. The Devil wants you to be depressed and feels overly anxious, and then he has control over your life. Never let the Devil in your life, and always pray to God for daily guidance to help free yourself from the bondage of depression and anxiety.

Be A Mentor To Help Others In Their Daily Living

Listen to and talk over problems that you may be facing in your life with caring people. Everyone has different experiences in their life, and a solution is most likely just around the corner. Never lose hope, as we all have much to offer the World if we do not let negativity take over our lives. Crying and worrying have never solved problems for anyone. Worrying about an outcome that will most likely not happen at all takes away the joy that could have happened in your life today.

Give All of Your Anxieties To God

Pray to God for daily guidance without ceasing, and Thank God every day for all of the blessings he has given you throughout the years. Do not be anxious because God will show you the way to a happy life if you let him in your life. I thank God every day for my many blessings.

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Fall Cleaning 101

Starting Fall Cleaning

Start cleaning the most problematic areas or the jobs you like the least. Getting the assignments, you do not want to do done first will give you more energy to continue cleaning later on. I look forward to finishing the little jobs and living in a lovely clean home from top to bottom.

I Clean My Upstairs Bedrooms First

I take things out of my bookcases, dust them off, and get rid of some things. I put new paper in my dresser drawer and dusted out the towels on top of my dresser. I reorganize my closets and remove clothing I no longer wear. I wash the curtains and clean the bedding. I dust everything, vacuum the rugs, and wash and wax the floors.

Living And Dining Room Cleaning

I vacuum off my drapes and my furniture. I vacuum under all of my furniture. I clean out cabinets thoroughly. I dust all of the items inside and out of the cabinets. I wipe off each whatnot and clean all the dishes in the corner cupboard. I put lemon oil on the wood furniture so it would shine and not dry out. I clean out the bookcase and weed out some of my books. I then shampoo my carpets. I clean all of the windows throughout my house.

Kitchen Cleaning

Remove everything from your cupboards, wash them off, and then put new paper in them. Please clean up your stove and refrigerator, and then polish them. Shine up your pots and pans with cleaners. Clean your microwave and shake the bread crumbs out of your toaster. Clean your washer and dryer. I put a cleaner in my washer that cleans up the washtub. I take a lint brush to my dryer vent to prevent a lint fire. I clean up my stainless steel sink with a special cleaner for stainless steel, and then my sink looks new again. I finish up by cleaning under my appliances.

Bathroom Cleaning

Clean out your medicine cabinet and get rid of expired or medicines you no longer use. I clean off the glass shelves with window cleaner. I clean out my storage cupboard and remove items I no longer need. Clean your bathtub and toilet thoroughly. I put a new battery in my bathroom scale in the fall.

Basement Cleaning

I clean out all of my cupboards and put new paper in them. I check the dates on all of my canned food. I defrost my freezer and reorganize everything, so I eat the oldest meat first. I clean off my basement shelves and the items that are stored on them. I sweep my basement floor, and then I wash it thoroughly. My cat litter boxes, food, w, and water bowls get an extra special cleaning.

Garage Cleaning And Tools

Clean the floors in your garage and set out mouse traps. Put an oil solvent or absorbent on any areas of your cement floor that may have gotten some oil. I was all my cars, garage doors, and air conditioner. Take everything out of your garage and get rid of those unused items. Clean up any dirty tools in your garage. Make sure your cars are serviced before winter. Have battery chargers in your garage and a good trouble light. Put jumper cables in your vehicles along with reflector safety signs. Pack an emergency kit for every car you own. Make sure your snowblowers are ready for winter. Put fresh oil and sparks plugs in all your snowblowers, and ensure the chains are tight and the drills are in good working order. If you have a generator, ensure it will start when you need it this winter.

Miscellaneous Necessities

I replace all my smoke alarm batteries, put a new filter in my furnace, replace light bulbs, and stock up on heavy items before winter. Clean up and sweep out all of your outdoor buildings. Ensure your vehicle’s anti-freeze is ready for winter, and have your furnace checked before winter. Replace all of the batteries in your flashlights. Have an emergency kit in your home.

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Lost In The Shuffle In Life

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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