**  “I will be very proud if moms treat us as a baby sitter.” - Alice Cahn, Cartoon Network’s Vice President for Programming and Development.

**  Do ads directed at toddlers work? According to Dr. Allen Kanner, a clinical child psychologist for nearly 20 years, they do. "Recent studies have also shown that by the time they are 36 months old, ( Read more... )

Just got some new aquatic friends including one very nifty African Dwarf Frog who looks awfully similar to the cute little guy below.  He's about 1 inch long when his legs are tucked in.

It's ok, I know you're jealous.


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So I'm watching Little House on the Prairie on the god-channel (because that's the only channel that plays it).  They have amazing commercials, and one in particular really blew me away.  It opens with scenes of poor, minority children sitting in poverty.   Cut to an American guy,  "We care about these children because we believe that Jesus cares ( Read more... )

Damn but I know some talented people.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOvhO1IHr7Q

Howdy people.  Because it isn't cold enough here in Chicago this winter, I've decided to jump into Lake Michigan in two weeks to help raise money for the Special Olympics.  I could sure use your sponsorship for this great cause, ANY amount will help.  Just click on the link below to help out.  And if aren't able to support financially, I could sure ( Read more... )

So, I'm not the best singer in the world.  If you've ever heard me sing, you probably agree whole-heartedly.  I used to think I sang just fine.  Then I actually started developing my ear and discovered that I don't sing well.............at all ( Read more... )

My grandmother passed away and I just got back from her funeral in Monterey. I spent some well needed time with my dad and brother, and got to say goodbye to my grandma and her house of over 60 years. (The bank is making us sell it - one of those reverse mortgage scams that prey on old people ( Read more... )

Here are six since I missed a few days ( Read more... )

1. I'm thankful that I have a new pair of jeans that does not have holes in it.
2. I'm thankful that the kids loved our new Halloween circle in class today.

"I challenge you, my dear Friends, to post every day this week, in this here Journal of Living, two things a day you are thankful for. This means you!"

1. I'm thankful that I can even attempt to do this challenge despite the way I feel.
2. I'm thankful my sisters are coming to visit me in a month.