A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....01-12 to 14-07...T.G.I.F. at the Finest

January 12, 2007 | billie

[DollyCali]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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"Getting to Know You"

THIS WEEK'S THREADS


1-08-07 ~ Military Monday
By Billie
Presented by The Mayor

1-09-07 ~ Hall of Fame #18
By Billie
Presented by Billie

1-10-07 ~ Warm Fuzzy Wednesday
By Billie
Presented by DollyCali

1-11-07 ~ JH2 – Liberals Hung Up on Saddam
By Aquamarine

Have a wonderful weekend!

1-09-07 ~ Hall of Fame #18

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

"Wear Red" Friday

You will soon see a lot of people wearing Red on Fridays. Here's why..... The Americans, who support our troops, are the silent majority. We are not "organized" to reflect who we are, or to reflect what our opinions are. Many Americans, like yourself, and all their friends, simply want to recognize that Americans support our troops. Our idea of showing our solidarity and support for our troops is starting Friday and continuing on each and every Friday, until this is over, that every red-blooded American who supports our young men and women, WEAR SOMETHING RED.

Word of mouth, press, TV -- let's see if we can make the United States, on any given Friday, a sea of red much like a home football game at a University. If every one of our memberships share this with other acquaintances, fellow workers, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee that it will not be long before the USA will be covered in RED - and make our troops know there are many people thinking of their well-being. You will feel better all day Friday when you wear Red! So let's get the word out and lead by example; wear RED on Fridays.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. FOR US, THEIR BLOOD RUNS RED!! GOD BLESS AMERICA.

I received this in my email June 10th, the author is unknown.
I am wearing red today and every Friday ~ Billie

[luvie]

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"Heaven Opened Up Its Doors"
by Jeff Russell
aka Texas Songwriter

[NicknamedBob]

"Not fair, hogging all the global warming back there."

Well, we're closer to DC, where it all originates.

[MEG33]

It's 36 I note where I live in Central Texas. I'm missing a cold blast. It will be here soon..but not as cold.

[Mama_Bear]

LOL!

[MEG33]

ROFLOL!

[Lady Jag]

DEETS! What's your indoor temp that you are bundles up with the furnace blastin?

It was near freezing here yesterday and folks were out with light slacks & sweatshirts, not unusual dress for around here.

[Lady Jag]

I would LOVE a 70 degree day!

Are you having a severe shortage?

[La Enchiladita]

Thank you, Luvvy...

[Mama_Bear]

I'm not a true birder,

I'm not either, but, like you, I like to be able to identify the ones I see around here. It's the same with plants that grow here. As far as birds go, between my Audubon Bird Guide and the internet, I have managed to identify most of those that are frequent visitors.

I saw a Killdeer a few years ago. I thought it was injured because it was flopping around like it's wing was broken. I thought I was going to have to rescue it, until I realized that it was all a big act in order to distract me from her nest! Isn't animal behavior interesting?

"If a predator approaches, a nesting Killdeer performs a conspicuous distraction display, dragging itself as if mortally wounded, often on one foot, its wings seemingly broken and its rusty tail fanned toward the intruder. This feigning of injury is effective in luring the predator away from the eggs or young, at which point the bird then "recovers" and flies off, calling loudly."

[NicknamedBob]

I just walked past the TV while the dogs were watching it. They had on a commercial with one of those "Go"-wheels that are marketed to senior citizens.

Grampa was out at the park with his grandson. They were on the tennis court, where the boy was showing off his radio-control race car. And then ...


... and then my imagination kicked in, and in my mind's eye I saw the old geezer's new wheels go twisting and spinning around, while he gesticulated wildly and screeched for help!

Proof that you can still get entertainment from TV!

[La Enchiladita]

I don't know what the temp is inside, don't have a thermometer... old gas wall furnace, crummy insulation and LOUVRED windows... no matter how shut tight they are, cold air seeps in.

Weather Underground says it's 54F out... so, guess I'll pull on some shorts and go out...;^)

[Mama_Bear]

Are you having a severe shortage?

Severe is right! We haven't seen a 70 degree day since the first part of October. It's beginning to wear me down. :-(

[luvie]

You're welcome. Hope you are staying in and staying warm.

We have ice all over everything...here in West Texas! Go figure!

[NicknamedBob]

"... old gas wall furnace, crummy insulation and LOUVRED windows... no matter how shut tight they are, cold air seeps in. "

Didn't you get the word about plastic sheeting and duct tape oh so long ago?

[La Enchiladita]

That is cool!!

When I lived near the beach in Santa Monica, scrub jays visited our tiny backyard. One day, I took some bird seed out on a paper plate and set it on the picnic table. The scrub jay pecked at it, but the plate kept moving. She then stood there, looked at me and kept squawking until I got the message and dumped the bird seed off the plate onto the table where she could peck successfully.

Being bossed around by a jaybird.... what bliss!!! ;^)

[La Enchiladita]

Right, right, right ... when was that, just after 9/11, I think. The thing is, normally (99% of the time) there is no need for weather stripping in Los Angeles.

I suppose, by the time I would get some duct-taped plastic sheeting up, the temps would go back to normal. We're okay now, and last night I yanked a beautiful wool blanket out of the closet that kept me warm and snug.

[La Enchiladita]

To all the people who have ever told us to "Chill Out," are you happy now?!

Hahaha. (((LUV W)))

[luvie]

No kiddin'! LOL!

I am sure it will be back in the 60s or 70s this week, but it was a shocker to everyone. And of course we drive like crazy people in it because we simply don't know how to drive on ice here.

It's not like we're hockey players or anything, huh!

Now...I am off to take my Sunday nap. See ya later. (((hugs)))

[Lady Jag]

That's rotten. Is this a record breaking pattern?

This is weird because my friend in CA always brags about his weather when it's winter here. I should've taken a clue when he stopped bragging.

This cold streak of yours must be costing everybody. Go east for a vacation, why don't you?

[Mama_Bear]

I'm not surprised. Scrub jays are very intelligent birds. And very demanding. We have a pair that were hatched in our lemon tree a couple years ago. They keep coming around for peanuts. They have become very tame and will come right up to me and follow me around the yard begging for a handout. I worry about them when I don't see them for awhile. I feel like I'm their mom. LOL.