25 Things My Mother Taught Me

1.  My mother taught me to appreciate a job well done.

"If you're going to kill each other, do it outside.  I just finished cleaning."

2. My mother taught me Religion.

"You better pray that will come out of the carpet."

3. My mother taught me about time travel.

"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week."

4.  My mother taught me logic.

"Because I said so, that's why."

5. My mother taught me more logic.

"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're NOT going to the store with me."

6. My mother taught me foresight.

"Make sure you wear clean underwear in case you get into an accident."

7.  My mother taught me irony.

"Keep crying and I'll give you something to cry about."

8.  My mother taught me about the science of osmosis.

"Shut your mouth and eat your supper."

9.  My mother taught me about contortionism.

"Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!"

10.  My mother taught me stamina.

"You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone."

11.  My mother taught me about weather.

"This room of yours looks like a tornado went through it."

12.  My mother taught me about hypocrisy.

"If I've told you once, I've told you a million times.  Don't exaggerate!"

13.  My mother taught me the circle of life.

"I brought you into the world and I can take you out of it."

14.  My mother taught me about behavior modification.

"Stop acting like your father."

15.  My mother taught me about envy.

"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do."

16.  My mother taught me about anticipation.

"Just wait until we get home!"

17.  My mother taught me about receiving.

"You are going to get it when you get home!"

18.  My mother taught me medical science.

"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way."

19.  My mother taught me ESP.

"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?"

20.  My mother taught me humor.

"When that lawn  mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."

21.  My mother taught me how to become an adult.

"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."

22.  My mother taught me genetics.

"You're just like your father!"

23.  My mother taught me about my roots.

"Shut that door behind you.  Do you think you were born in a barn?"

24.  My mother taught me wisdom.

"When you get to be my age, you'll understand."

25.  And my favorite:  My mother taught me about justice.

"One day you'll have kids and I hope they turn out just like you!"

Posting removed

I have removed the post listing young people from our neighborhood on Ron Kelly's advice.  He is worried about strangers finding our site and  promised a neighborhood website that will be a safer place to display such info.   We've had a couple of suggestions for get-togethers where we can exchange information.  Or maybe we can have a neighborhood employment specialist that will be willing to route us to the proper workers.  I hate for our kids to lose the chance to work right here in the neighborhood.  I'm sure we can work it out somewhere.  If anyone want to host a neighborhood kid's pool party or picnic let me know and I'll pass it along.

Calling All Referrals

A few neighbors have asked for advice choosing a medical resource.  If   you love your doctor, trust your dentist, and would recommend you chiropractor, and believe in your specialist let us know.  I'll make another list - medical referrals.   

Dog Day Wednesday

Today turned into a dog day. Lost dogs, found dogs, dogs on the blog.  Sheryl sent me the very first dog info for the Pets and the Preserve list and even sent me a picture of Dixie.  Pictures don't really work in the side lists - or at least I haven't figured out how to do that yet - but I couldn't resist putting Dixie on here so we could all see how cute she is.  Thanks Sheryl!!

Found Dogs - Good Neighbors

Two dogs, Dozer and Johnny Cash,  have found their way back home today thanks to caring neighbors who don't mind going out of their way to help.  Thank you so much, Ronnie and Jennifer.  I'm glad I live in a neighborhood with you!

New Pet List for our Neighborhood!

Lets get to know those pets!  

If you walk the neighborhood you get to know many of the dogs in the yards.   It's fun to greet the dogs along the walk.  There are a few, however, that are not friendly and safe.  One dog has been reported to have bitten more than one walker, or bike rider, as they passed the yard.  

Ronnie Hills let me know about a rule approved by the board that subjects the owners of any dog found lose in the neighborhood to a $50 fine for the first spotting.  After that the fine increases to $100 then $150 for repeat offenders.    

Sometimes those little four legged cuties just get away no matter how hard we try to keep them controlled and for the most part we just want them safely back home.  I'm including a list of neighborhood pets so if you find a "lost" pup and want to help it get home - possibly without the owner getting stuck with a fine - you can check here and see if it is listed.  

The list of Preserve Pets is on the right side of the blog, below the list of Ladies at the Preserve.

If you want your pet listed, just in case, let me know by clicking on the "comment" tag at the bottom of this posting, or email me:  terrib6215@aol.com.     

Hey You Gals - It's almost Bunco Time Again!!

May 8th is Bunco at Deanie Dart's. Last time we didn't ever get around to playing dice, but we had a great time and we missed you there. And yes, we do know who you are. Join us at Deanie's at 7pm. BYOB and bring something to munch on if you want. Deanie will have non-alcoholic refreshments and she'll have snacks as well. Come laugh with us. Come plan with us. Just come!

Let Deanie know if you are going to make it (gdart@austin.rr.com) so she can plan. Or just comment at the end of this post with an RSVP.  Last time we had great lasagna and desserts - and lots of left overs.

To Be 6 Again

A man was sitting on the edge of the bed, observing his wife looking at herself in the mirror.  Since her birthday was not far off he asked her want she'd like to have for a gift.  

"Id like to be six again" was the reply, still looking in the mirror.

On the morning of her birthday, he arose early, made her a nice big bowl of Lucky Charms, then took her to Six Flags theme park.  What a day!  He put her on every ride in the park; the Death Slide, the Wall of Fear, the Screaming Monster Roller Coaster, everything there was.  Five hours later they staggered out of the theme park.  Her head was reeling and her stomach felt upside down.

Then he took her to McDonalds for dinner where he ordered her a Happy Meal with extra fried and a chocolate shake.

After that it was a movie, popcorn, soda and her favorite candy: M&Ms.  What a fabulous adventure!  Finally she wobbled home with her husband and collapsed into bed, exhausted.  He leaned over his wife with a big smile and lovingly asked, "Well dear, what was it like to be 6 again?"

Her eyes slowly opened and her expressing suddenly changed.  "I meant my dress size, you idiot!"

Moral of the Story:  Even when a man is listening he sometimes gets it wrong.  We gotta love them anyway.

Bunco Report

If you couldn't make it to Gail's, you missed a great time.  No new Bunco Queen tonight.  Instead we had a wonderful social visit.  Gail catered the evening with lasagna and exotic desserts from Mendolas and created her own yummy salad dressing from herbs in her garden.  Lots of laughs and good conversation.  We discussed mixing things up a bit - maybe taking in a movie now and then, or watching a movie bigger than life at Nancy's.  Other things we talked about were a tour of the wine country, shopping in Wimberly or Fredericksburg, the farmer's market in Oak Hill on Saturday mornings.  We're up for just about anything and would love to hear from anyone who has an idea.    Remember, the idea of the Preserve Ladies is not all about playing dice - it's about getting to know each other and having a good time.  If you can't make it every time, come when you can.  

Bunco Tonight!!

See you at Gail Naughton's TONIGHT at 7:00pm for Bunco.  Who will become the newest Bunco Queen??

326 Leafdale Trail   829-4592   Gail_naughton@yahoo.com

Look for our Contractor's list

We now have a place to suggest contractors who we like, or find contractors we need.  Check the right hand side of the blog.  If you have anyone to add, just let me know.  Any category.  Perhaps a caterer?  Maybe a mowing service?  Karaoke guy to help with a party?  Just comment at the end of this post, or email me:  Terrib6215@aol.com.

Interesting? uses for Vodka

1. To remove a bandage painlessly, saturate the bandage with vodka.   The adhesive will dissolve.

2. To clean the calking around bathtubs and showers fill a trigger-spray bottle with vodka, spray the calking and let it set for five minutes.  then wash clean.  The alcohol in the vodka kills mold and mildew

3.  To clean eyeglasses, wipe the lenses with a soft clean cloth dampened with vodka.  The alcohol in the vodka cleans the glass and kills germs.

4.  Prolong the life of razors by filling a cup with vodka and letting your safety razor blade soak after shaving.  The vodka disinfects the blade and prevents rusting.

5.  Spray vodka on wine stains, scrub with a brush, and then blot dry.  

6.  Using a cotton ball, apply vodka to your face to tighten pores.

7.  Add a jigger of vodka to a 12-ounce bottle of shampoo.  The alcohol cleanses the scalp, removes toxins from the hair and stimulates the growth of healthy hair.

8.  Fill a sixteen-ounce trigger-spray bottle with vodka and spray bees or wasps to kill them.  (or do they just get really dizzy and fall out of the sky?)

9.  Pour one-half cup of vodka and one -half cup of water into a ziploc freezer baga nd freeze for a slushy, refreshing ice pack for aches, pain, or black eyes.

10.  Fill a clean, used mayonnaise jar with freshly picked lavender flowers, then fill the jar with vodka, seal the lid tightly and set in the sun for three days.  Strain the liquid through a coffee filter, then apply the tincture to aches and pains.

11.  To relieve a fever, use a washcloth to rub vodka on your chest and back as a liniment.

12.  To cure foot odor, wash your feet with vodka.

13.  Vodka will disinfect and alleviate a jellyfish sting.  (hmmmm, beats the other way I've heard to treat these stings.)

14.  Pour vodka over an area affected with poison ivy to remove the urushiol oil from your skin.

15.  Swish a shot of vodka over an aching tooth.  This allows your gums to absorb some of the alcohol to numb the pain.

For interesting uses for Coke check out:  http://members.tripod.com/~Barefoot_Lass/cola.html

Bunco

April 10, Bunco at Gail Naughton's.  She's getting invites out this week.  It's BYOB - Gail will have Tea etc.  Bring an appetizer if you feel inclined to do so.  Mainly, just come and have fun!!  Let Gail know if you'll be there so she can plan.

RECYCLE - it's easy and makes a difference!!

Thanks, Nancy, for this information.   

Jack Breese spoke about recycling in the neighborhood.  He reminded us that Hays County Recycling is just 2 miles from us and makes it easy to recycle.  To find them, go south on 12, then east on 150.  If you need further information, google Hays County Recycle and all the information  including their hours and what is accepted is there.

Nancy uses Green Goddess Recycle.  Green Goddess charges $15.00 per month whit the final bill of $16.24 per month.  They pick up on Thursday in the morning.  Nancy puts out cardboard (flattened), glass, cans, and paper.  She says this has made a difference in her trash can contents and is so easy.  It makes her think twice about all the packaging we get.  A few things that are not recyclable are the plastic bottle TOPS and cereal boxes (they are already recycled.)

Call Kim Lorance at 858-7861 or email her at kimlorance@earthlink.net.  She is terrific!

Nancy also reminds us that HEB now accepts all those plastic bags, dry cleaner bags and newspaper bags at their stores.