On one of my walks in the neighborhood around mid-September, I found something that might be claimed if 1) you can identify what it was that you lost, and 2) provide me with enough information to convince me that it belongs to you! Otherwise, what I found belongs to me and I will then decide on what to do with it!!! If you need to reach me, please check the Publication Policy in this paper for more information.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
October Article - FCCJ
During August we heard the sad news that 9 year old Krakatoa (Komodo dragon) had passed away at the Alligator Farm. Since it is estimated that komodo dragons could live an average of 25 years in captivity, this death came as a shock. We actually saw Krakatoa at the end of June when our family was visiting. As with every tragic event, it makes me think more about my own mortality. Each day that God gives us here on earth is a gift. Life is a journey that holds no promises of immortality. We can only hope to be blessed with a long and healthy journey. Special thoughts and prayers go out to all our neighbors who may be suffering in one way or another. Treasure Beach is a special place and I sincerely believe that we do care about each other. Sometimes you just need to ask for help, and sometimes we just need to pay more attention to what's going on.
August was the first month we received a publication called "TIDBITS of St John's County" in our mail box. Although it reads Issue 30 on the front page, I don't ever recall seeing it before. In that very interesting paper I read an article entitled, "Garden Bits" by Linda Stewart Hertz. What caught my eye was the phrase that I so often use in describing the place where I came from "Upstate New York" which made me wonder if Linda grew up anywhere close to where I grew up. I know that New York is a pretty big state but you never know, it could be a small world. I'll have to make a special visit to Ace Hardware just to ask. There are also other interesting articles (Capt. Tommy Tails, Master Strokes, Home Bits, Spotlight on Business, Health Bits, trivia questions and ads with savings opportunities). With everything going more and more electronic, the actual written word on paper will most likely become a thing of the past. One of the things I most enjoy each and every day is the quiet time I spend reading the daily newspaper while drinking a cup of French Vanilla cappuccino.
I meant to bring up the subject of "banana spiders" earlier in August since I first saw a number of them hanging high on the electrical lines along Costanero where I normally take my daily walk. If you've ever accidentally walked into one of their webs, you'll know they can weave some very intricate and strong webs. You might recall that ~ a year or so ago I reported doing research on them (they might look frightening but are really beneficial in keeping other annoying insects under control). The research that I did also indicated that they might be good predictors of whether hurricanes might actually be heading our way. During hurricane season, look for tell tale signs such as banana spiders no longer hanging high up on the electrical lines after being prominently displayed for most of the summer months?
The primaries were over Tuesday, 8/24. At this writing I don't know the total turnout of St. Johns voters (although it was predicted to be low) or the winners/losers. Our next civic responsibility happens during early voting the last two weeks of October or on Tuesday, November 2 (General Election). I understand there will be a number of amendments on the ballot so during these couple of months it will be important for all of us (in order to make an informed decision) to study up on the pros and cons of each amendment. Too often, these contests are won or lost on emotional issues rather than ones based on facts. Please do your homework before you go to the polls! Your vote does count and all candidates running for office appreciate the votes you cast! Penny Halyburton, Supervisor of Elections for St. Johns County maintains a very efficient organization. Her staff, a team of volunteers help to make the voting process easy for every eligible voter to VOTE!
Received the following poem "To Realize" in an email this month. There wasn't an author attached, and when I checked the internet, I could not identify an author, so I believe it belongs to all of us. Enjoy,
To realize
The value of a sister/brother
Ask someone
Who doesn't have one.
To realize
The value of ten years:
Ask a newly
Divorced couple.
To realize
The value of four years:
Ask a graduate.
To realize
The value of one year:
Ask a student who
Has failed a final exam.
To realize
The value of nine months:
Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
To realize
The value of one month:
Ask a mother
Who has given birth to a premature baby..
To realize
The value of one week:
Ask an editor of a weekly newspaper.
To realize
The value of one minute:
Ask a person
Who has missed the train, bus or plane.
To realize
The value of one-second:
Ask a person
Who has survived an accident.
Time waits for no one.
Treasure every moment you have.
You will treasure it even more when
You can share it with someone special.
To realize the value of a friend or family member:
LOSE ONE.
Remember....
Hold on tight to the ones you love!
~ Author Unknown ~
August was the first month we received a publication called "TIDBITS of St John's County" in our mail box. Although it reads Issue 30 on the front page, I don't ever recall seeing it before. In that very interesting paper I read an article entitled, "Garden Bits" by Linda Stewart Hertz. What caught my eye was the phrase that I so often use in describing the place where I came from "Upstate New York" which made me wonder if Linda grew up anywhere close to where I grew up. I know that New York is a pretty big state but you never know, it could be a small world. I'll have to make a special visit to Ace Hardware just to ask. There are also other interesting articles (Capt. Tommy Tails, Master Strokes, Home Bits, Spotlight on Business, Health Bits, trivia questions and ads with savings opportunities). With everything going more and more electronic, the actual written word on paper will most likely become a thing of the past. One of the things I most enjoy each and every day is the quiet time I spend reading the daily newspaper while drinking a cup of French Vanilla cappuccino.
I meant to bring up the subject of "banana spiders" earlier in August since I first saw a number of them hanging high on the electrical lines along Costanero where I normally take my daily walk. If you've ever accidentally walked into one of their webs, you'll know they can weave some very intricate and strong webs. You might recall that ~ a year or so ago I reported doing research on them (they might look frightening but are really beneficial in keeping other annoying insects under control). The research that I did also indicated that they might be good predictors of whether hurricanes might actually be heading our way. During hurricane season, look for tell tale signs such as banana spiders no longer hanging high up on the electrical lines after being prominently displayed for most of the summer months?
The primaries were over Tuesday, 8/24. At this writing I don't know the total turnout of St. Johns voters (although it was predicted to be low) or the winners/losers. Our next civic responsibility happens during early voting the last two weeks of October or on Tuesday, November 2 (General Election). I understand there will be a number of amendments on the ballot so during these couple of months it will be important for all of us (in order to make an informed decision) to study up on the pros and cons of each amendment. Too often, these contests are won or lost on emotional issues rather than ones based on facts. Please do your homework before you go to the polls! Your vote does count and all candidates running for office appreciate the votes you cast! Penny Halyburton, Supervisor of Elections for St. Johns County maintains a very efficient organization. Her staff, a team of volunteers help to make the voting process easy for every eligible voter to VOTE!
Received the following poem "To Realize" in an email this month. There wasn't an author attached, and when I checked the internet, I could not identify an author, so I believe it belongs to all of us. Enjoy,
To realize
The value of a sister/brother
Ask someone
Who doesn't have one.
To realize
The value of ten years:
Ask a newly
Divorced couple.
To realize
The value of four years:
Ask a graduate.
To realize
The value of one year:
Ask a student who
Has failed a final exam.
To realize
The value of nine months:
Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
To realize
The value of one month:
Ask a mother
Who has given birth to a premature baby..
To realize
The value of one week:
Ask an editor of a weekly newspaper.
To realize
The value of one minute:
Ask a person
Who has missed the train, bus or plane.
To realize
The value of one-second:
Ask a person
Who has survived an accident.
Time waits for no one.
Treasure every moment you have.
You will treasure it even more when
You can share it with someone special.
To realize the value of a friend or family member:
LOSE ONE.
Remember....
Hold on tight to the ones you love!
~ Author Unknown ~
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