And if you forgot to wish the special man in your life a happy day, you have no leg to stand out -- how can you miss it with all the advertisements?!
Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Happy Dad's Day
And if you forgot to wish the special man in your life a happy day, you have no leg to stand out -- how can you miss it with all the advertisements?!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Happy Mom's Day
Sunday, December 20, 2009
In Tune
I am probably the last person that watches Fox News Network, but that is all beside the point. When this video was sent to me by a dear friend, I knew it belonged on The Observer. Who knew Terry Bradshaw could hit those notes, and sing acapella -- amazing. Enjoy!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Webberville Care Packages
A couple months ago, I had the opportunity to be a small part of putting together packages to be sent to Afghanistan. You can find the article by clicking here. Well, more packages are heading to Afghanistan and Iraq.
I wasn't a part of putting them together, but I did have the honor of gathering the information and taking a photograph at the Webberville Post Office.
This picture and my article should appear in Fowlerville News and Views this weekend, but for those of you outside of the Fowlerville/Webberville area, here's the article . . .
Lori Wright, the Officer-in-Charge at the Webberville Post Office, saw a need and decided to do something about it. With the help of the Webberville Lions Club, Webberville Feed and Grain, Aldi’s, and numerous community members, 44 boxes are heading to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Phillipines, to troops of the Armed Services that probably would not be receiving a “care” package this holiday season. Each box, filled to near bursting with snacks, socks, razors and various health aids, cards and books, non-alcoholic wipes, and powdered mixes to add to water, costs $11.95 to send overseas and has a specific name on the label. Those names were obtained from www.anysoldier.com where a list can be found for troops that may have family members unable to send packages.
Lori was quick to thank three very generous organizations and businesses in this endeavor. The Webberville Lions Club donated the funds for shipment. These packages, with an approximate overall weight of 500 pounds, normally can be sent for $13.95 but were discounted off $2.00 by the US Postal Service since they were heading to troops. Aldi’s donated a large majority of the contents, and Webberville Feed and Grain donated both items and funds for purchasing what was needed. As the project became more well-known, community members found their way to the post office with private donations, as well as help offered by the Webberville Women's Advance Club.
Shown in the photograph taken this last Thursday morning are Dave Jason, Bill Turner, and Grover Whitehead in front of the counter, all representing the Lions Club. In the background, Lori Wright hovers over just a small portion of the boxes, moments before these boxes were loaded onto a truck for their ultimate destination.
With Christmas just a few short weeks away, time is of the essence. And, if all goes as planned, 44 soldiers will have a bit of “home” sent all the way to them from Webberville, Michigan, and the efforts of Lori Wright.
I wasn't a part of putting them together, but I did have the honor of gathering the information and taking a photograph at the Webberville Post Office.
This picture and my article should appear in Fowlerville News and Views this weekend, but for those of you outside of the Fowlerville/Webberville area, here's the article . . .
Lori Wright, the Officer-in-Charge at the Webberville Post Office, saw a need and decided to do something about it. With the help of the Webberville Lions Club, Webberville Feed and Grain, Aldi’s, and numerous community members, 44 boxes are heading to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Phillipines, to troops of the Armed Services that probably would not be receiving a “care” package this holiday season. Each box, filled to near bursting with snacks, socks, razors and various health aids, cards and books, non-alcoholic wipes, and powdered mixes to add to water, costs $11.95 to send overseas and has a specific name on the label. Those names were obtained from www.anysoldier.com where a list can be found for troops that may have family members unable to send packages.Lori was quick to thank three very generous organizations and businesses in this endeavor. The Webberville Lions Club donated the funds for shipment. These packages, with an approximate overall weight of 500 pounds, normally can be sent for $13.95 but were discounted off $2.00 by the US Postal Service since they were heading to troops. Aldi’s donated a large majority of the contents, and Webberville Feed and Grain donated both items and funds for purchasing what was needed. As the project became more well-known, community members found their way to the post office with private donations, as well as help offered by the Webberville Women's Advance Club.
Shown in the photograph taken this last Thursday morning are Dave Jason, Bill Turner, and Grover Whitehead in front of the counter, all representing the Lions Club. In the background, Lori Wright hovers over just a small portion of the boxes, moments before these boxes were loaded onto a truck for their ultimate destination.
With Christmas just a few short weeks away, time is of the essence. And, if all goes as planned, 44 soldiers will have a bit of “home” sent all the way to them from Webberville, Michigan, and the efforts of Lori Wright.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Remembering Our Veterans
Tomorrow is November 11, the day set aside as Veterans Day.
A day . . . "dedicated in lasting memory to the men and woman who have, will, and are serving in the United States Armed Services." 
As I read those words, I focused in on each of the emblems etched into the monument at Centennial Park. Following you will find a cropped photo showing the majority of the center of each emblem. Five have eagles, two do not. These seven represent the various branches of services.
A day . . . "dedicated in lasting memory to the men and woman who have, will, and are serving in the United States Armed Services." As I read those words, I focused in on each of the emblems etched into the monument at Centennial Park. Following you will find a cropped photo showing the majority of the center of each emblem. Five have eagles, two do not. These seven represent the various branches of services.
Tomorrow is Veterans Day . . .
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Get Your Irish On
May God be with you and bless you.
May you see your children's children.
May you be poor in misfortune and rich in blessings.
May you know nothing but happiness from this day forward.
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And, may you have the most awesome St. Patrick's Day ever.
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So now, do you need a little something to get your Irish on? Fowlerville has just the shop for you.
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Even if you are aware of Bridget Gallagher's or have been in and even purchased something, be sure to check back today, tomorrow, whenever you need something special . . . and, in particular, something Irish-themed.
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There is always something new in the mix.
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Yesterday, I stopped in just to wander around and, of course, I had my camera in hand. It was so difficult to figure out exactly what to zero in on to show you a sampling of what they have offer. So let this be just a wee bit of a teaser, if you will, of some of the items you can find at Bridget Gallagher's.
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I discovered some adorable little figurines
that may well have been patterned off of some dear people I remember from growing up close to St. Casimir Church in Lansing. Probably not, but these figurines sent me on a short trip 
down memory lane as I snapped a few pictures!
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Clothing is a big item in this store --
everything from infants to adults, t-shirts to sweatshirts, ponchos to scarves. One t-shirt caught my eye in particular -- Irish Thru and Thru on the front. And guess way? Irish Thru and Thru is on the back too -- just backwards!
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Everywhere you look there are plaques, serving platters, and framed pictures of sayings.
As I took pictures, I realized many of the Irish sayings remind us to always live life to the fullest and to count all of our blessings.
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An Irish Stetson?
They've got it, and how cool would that be to saunter up to the bar, wearing this hat, and ordering a green beer to match the hat.
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And that brings me to . . .
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We can never forget about all the different ways to enjoy a little bit of Irish whiskey or a frothy Guinness. Shot glasses sparkle off the twinkling lights all around the store.
It is definitely a feast for the eyes.
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I longed to spend more time (and a little money) but work awaited me. Now I'm thinking there will be another visit to Bridget Gallagher's in the very near future.
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Oh, and by the way, if anyone wants to get this beaded change purse for me, feel free. I've already given these as gifts to my daughters.
Now I just need one!
May you see your children's children.
May you be poor in misfortune and rich in blessings.
May you know nothing but happiness from this day forward.
-
And, may you have the most awesome St. Patrick's Day ever.
-
So now, do you need a little something to get your Irish on? Fowlerville has just the shop for you.
-
Even if you are aware of Bridget Gallagher's or have been in and even purchased something, be sure to check back today, tomorrow, whenever you need something special . . . and, in particular, something Irish-themed.
-
There is always something new in the mix.
-
Yesterday, I stopped in just to wander around and, of course, I had my camera in hand. It was so difficult to figure out exactly what to zero in on to show you a sampling of what they have offer. So let this be just a wee bit of a teaser, if you will, of some of the items you can find at Bridget Gallagher's.
-
I discovered some adorable little figurines
that may well have been patterned off of some dear people I remember from growing up close to St. Casimir Church in Lansing. Probably not, but these figurines sent me on a short trip 
down memory lane as I snapped a few pictures!-
Clothing is a big item in this store --
everything from infants to adults, t-shirts to sweatshirts, ponchos to scarves. One t-shirt caught my eye in particular -- Irish Thru and Thru on the front. And guess way? Irish Thru and Thru is on the back too -- just backwards!-
Everywhere you look there are plaques, serving platters, and framed pictures of sayings.
As I took pictures, I realized many of the Irish sayings remind us to always live life to the fullest and to count all of our blessings.-
An Irish Stetson?
They've got it, and how cool would that be to saunter up to the bar, wearing this hat, and ordering a green beer to match the hat.-
And that brings me to . . .
-
We can never forget about all the different ways to enjoy a little bit of Irish whiskey or a frothy Guinness. Shot glasses sparkle off the twinkling lights all around the store.
It is definitely a feast for the eyes.-
I longed to spend more time (and a little money) but work awaited me. Now I'm thinking there will be another visit to Bridget Gallagher's in the very near future.
-
Oh, and by the way, if anyone wants to get this beaded change purse for me, feel free. I've already given these as gifts to my daughters.
Now I just need one!
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