Mood:  not sure

Be thankful for what you have, who you can be, and who you can love. Don't dwell on what you don't have, or what you might be, or who you might love.......just live for right now.

 I try to keep this in mind when I watch the evening news...or any TV for that matter. More killings, more violence, more bad news. In your world, no matter how bad you think you have it, some one out there always has it worse. Maybe we need less self pity and more self confidence. I know we more everything, but isn't that what helped get us into this mess in the first place? More, more, more........be happy with ...enough.

Mood:  bright

Get Out!!!.....Out side that is! Feeling a tad blue? Yeah, we all are...so get outside, anywhere, your yard, a park, a lake, a ocean, river, stream, mountain, hill, Field or take your dog for a walk......just get out side! The fresh air will make you feel better. Yes, it's a scientific fact...no I'm not a scientist though

 I do know that without enough Vitamin D, you can be blue-ish feeling and you don't want that! We have enough to be down about these days, so why not give your self something to feel good about....um, that cost's nothing! Walk out your door, fix a little place in your yard to sit and relax....with no TV any where in sight...no news! Just you and perhaps your some one special.   Spring cleaning also can  make you feel better. I know it's work but it really can make you feel better! Out with the old and in with the new. Clean out your closets, cupboards, garage, basment....everything. Donate what you can't sell, and have a yard sell with the sell-able stuffies! You might be able to pick up a few extra bucks for your old junk.  Spring is here....well....according to the calender anyway....so act like it!  Freshen up you and your space!

Mood:  lazy

I know....the song is 'Life in the fast lane' but what if you slow down and live in the slow lane? No time like the present given the current situation. It seems that are normal summer vacations might be a bit out of reach this year, so take a home vacation! I know in every state, no matter where you live......there is some place really cool! A state park you haven't been to in a long time? A historic place or monument that you haven't visited yet?. A quick Google search will turn up all kinds of local discoveries. How about a haunted tour of local haunted places (that do not include your Mother in law's house)

If you really look and make a huge deal out of it for your family, this could be one of your best vacations ever! Pack a nice big day lunch with all kinds of snacks too! Make it special, remember your camera! When you return home you can make a scrap book. Family vacations used to mean not spending a huge bucket of money, but instead....just being together and having a good time with one another.21:48:03

Mood:  don't ask

Global Warming in NOT in northern Michigan.....it forgot us! All I hear about is the warming of the Earth and up here in the great white north......horrible winter, tons of snow and no spring in sight. This would be a great time for a vacation! A vacation to some place warm....ahhhh the thought of warm sun makes me tingle! I know many northern people who go south for the winter....right now I wish I was one of them! I stay through the winter, getting the kids back and forth to school and the daily routine.

A nice hotel, a warm pool, sunshine.......a cocktail too!  I look with anticipation to the weather channel  each week in search of warmer weather........I am sadly disappointed each time. I would just like to ditch the winter coat's heavy sweaters, boots, mittens and chapped lips! So now....global warming........really? Where? Not here?  I don't really know if I would mind a bit of global warming right now...in fact, sounds down right cozy to this frozen woman!

 All I am left with now, for the mean time ......is those delightful commercials for cruises, airline tickets, deep discounts on just about every spot across the world....except here of course!

Sorry, I have no quick fix here. You can how ever think of news way's to make money, or change careers. ........lol, no time like the present for that! Also as most of us have had to do, life style change....big time! It's not so bad. You just become a professional bargain hunter! It is a challenge that can be a fun game. If you really look around your home and take a good look at yourself, there are changes that are quick and easy changes you can make.

There are the big ones, stay in more, have people over....make it a bring a dish, exchange recipes! Car pool when ever you can. I know it might be hard but cut back your cable to expanded basic or just basic. The less channels, the less money. Find way's to make gift's even if it's baked good... I myself love getting those! Go natural this summer and grow your veggies and herbs, make it a family project! You can start seeds now and they are cheaper than starter plant's! Household cleaners are expensive! The good old vinegar and water with just touch (small) of dish soap get's any glass surface sparkly!

Wash your car at home, like when you were a kid! I still think's fun on a hot day. Also, with a simple pair of maps, you can learn (ladies) how to change your oil. Changing your oil can save you on a average a few HUNDRED bucks a year, for about 20 minutes of your time. Can eminence is not rocket science, look it up online! I have learned how to change simple part's and saved THOUSANDS. Even with today's car's, things like a battery change, a starter, tune up....yes you can do it!

In your home, we all now the cheapest thing and one of the biggest bangs for your buck is paint. Let me tell you a tip here. Wal-Mart does not make paint. They contract from other manufactures like Behr,  Pratt & Lambert,....so when you buy your  Wal-Mart brand paint, you are getting the expensive paint, but for WAY LESS!  Wal-Mart and stores like them do not manufacture thier stuff, it's all bought from suppliers. Bedding, household items, furniture. Big Lot's is another huge bargain spot and I do a lot of grocery shopping at a restaurant supply store, like Gordens.