Swine Flu

There are people in mexico walking around with mask on their faces,
in hopes to prevent the swine flu which is thougnt to have been responsible for more than
80 deaths. I think I wouldn't be traveling to Mexico any time soon. There have also been some
cases of the flu in the U.S. but not to that extent yet.

online classes

If anyone is interested in taking any online classes over the summer. I took Professional Development and Art appreciation last summer online and I really like it and they were pretty easy. Got an A in both.

I wanted to take the summer off but I decided to try and take intermediate algebra online over the summer(my greatest fear), but that and regular algebra are a requirement for a web degree.

I took it but dropped it last semester, but here goes again.

Another piece of advice is be careful who you lend books to. I let someone borrow my book for intermediate algebra and this person dropped out of school and I never saw my book again.

Did anyone read the article in Picayune Item about teens driving and texting.
The crazy part to me is that the law Gov. Haley Barbour signed this past week is going to stiffly fine teen drivers with a intermediate license or learner's permit who text while driving beginning July 1st. Well thats all good but I don't think its safe for anyone to text and drive no matter what their age or experience. That law is leaving out a lot of drivers that are putting peoples lives at risk.

TGIF

Yes spring is in the air and so is a lot of rain, but I'm so glad It's Friday. Although it seems lately I blink and it's Monday again. I really can't wait until summer. Last year I took 2 online classes over the Summer and perhaps I feel like schools dragging on lately. I think I need some time to just chill a little, but I do plan on trying to keep up with practicing what I've learned while I'm off of school, so I won't forget as much and just experiment and try to improve my computer literacy.

Just when you thing you've seen it all!

Just when you thing you've seen it all! Well you haven't.
From an MSN Website! A 28 year old Ohio man was charged with a DUI when 911 responded to a man's call that said his friend was involved in a crash on a motorized bar stool. He was charged when he admitted to police he had about 11 beers. The man sustained minor injuries.

It is reported that this motorized stool which was assembled from a deconstructed lawn mower can go about 35 miles per hour. If you would like to read it for yourself, this is the link:http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29971638/?GT1=43001

Food for thought

Read some depressing news today!
Did anyone see the Best and Worst chain food restaurants when it comes to health?
Some of the worst are some of my favorites!

I love Chili's and Outback, they were two that made the worst list for health.
I also love chocolate shakes and ice cream.
Baskin & Robbins made the worst list with a shake that caloried in at 2300 which they now have reduced to a whopping 1900 calories.
Chili's made a "D", Outback and "F"(F's were given to Applebees, IHOP, Outback, & T.G.I. Friday because they do not give a nutritional list on their dishes.

If you love McDonalds, you're in luck, it is now said they have made menu changes and now rank at a B+ along with ( CiCi's Pizza, Taco Bell, Wendy's etc.)

Note to suprising Chick-fil-A, and Subway scored "-A". These are pretty good to me, but not my top choice.

I do wonder about these survey's as I come to wonder about many surveys out there!

After reading this I think I going to go take a long walk to try and work off some of these
calories.

Later!

Believe it

6 year old with higher I.Q. than Einstein's

There are articles and blogs going on about a 6 year old from Ohio who has a higher I.Q. than Einstein. It must be wonderful, however hopefully his family will not put too much pressure on him. As seen from history sometimes these genius's have a hard time making it in society.
Perhaps because they know too much. The mind is delicate and very complicated and I think sometimes reaching too deep into ones psychic can cause problems.

Just my opinion!

Any input on the subject?

Yes, Spring Break

I don't know about any body else, but I feel like I really need this week off from college just to chill a little and get caught up on things I've neglected at home while I've been loaded with school work.
I'm hoping on my return to school, I will feel somewhat refreshed and have a more positive attitude. I think I took one too many classes for my comfort (18 hrs. ) with my other responsibilities at home. Well hope everyone enjoys there time off. Later!

Woman's Day

Have been blank lately in the area of blogging, but today I feel the necessity to acknowledge
my fellow women of their ever rising acomplishments.

H A P P Y W O M A N ' S D A Y ! - May 8th.

And gentlemen don't get laxed and overconfident as I sometimes see in the younger generation,
because if you let the women pass you by, you may not enjoy wearing the skirts in the family.

Tough Times

I know I'm not alone when I say that I've been a little down lately with all the news about the economy. I also know that it is necessary to stay informed about these conditions. However, my advice to you, is to seek advice from professionals as necessary, but do not get caught up in all
the news station's, such as: FOX, CNN and MSNBC as the constant, repetitive, rating's based, B.S. is enough to drive anyone crazy. Negativity breeds more negativity, and now more than ever we need to stay positive for not only our mental state, but also our physical health. There is light at the end of the tunnel, so do like the little engine that could and think positive, and help anyone you can along the way.

Heart breaking Artical out of the Picayune Item

This is a terrible incident that happens more than you think:

The parent who puts the baby in the bed is usually pretty aware of the child's presence even when you sleep. However unfortunately the other person may not know and this can be deadly.

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Article in Picayune Item:

Baby dies while sleeping in bed with parents

By Jeremy Pittari
Item Staff Writer

CARRIERE — A 10 month-old child sleeping in the same bed as the parents has died.

The death was determined possibly to be caused by positional asphyxia, possibly due to a parent rolling over or on the child.

Pearl River County Sheriff’s deputies received the call Saturday at 11 a.m. that the 10 month-old child was unresponsive. Emergency personnel responded to the home at 321 Anchor Lake Rd., Carriere, said Chief Deputy Shane Tucker.

The child was apparently sleeping in the same bed as the parents the night before. The parents are identified as 27 year-old Mary Palmer and 28 year-old Jeremy Miller. Both parents reside at the Anchor Lake Road home, Tucker said.

A preliminary autopsy was conducted on the child in Jackson. That autopsy found the cause of death to be possible accidental asphyxiation. A final report will not be available for months, Tucker said.

Apparently, the incident involved the child sleeping in the bed with the parents. There is the possibility that one of the parents could have rolled over or on the child during the night. Investigators with the department are still looking into the incident, Tucker said.

Importance of CPR

A relative of our family died Friday of a heart attack while at home with his wife and daughter.

The emergency service took quite some time to get to their home. His family was hysterical but did not perform CPR.

Know one knows how one reacts in these situations or if it would have helped, but I think everyone
could benefit by additional training or keeping up with the knowledge of this life saving act.

Just something to think, about. I know the last time I learned about CPR was in high school and
that was many, many moons ago.

Mardi Gras is not feeling the econmic crunch.

On a high note in these times of economic downturn, Mardi Gras is said to being doing well.
Throw suppliers state they are selling more this year than last. Like I've heard it is probably due
to parades being one of the few free events that go on in our area. Of course out of towners will
still probably have to pay top dollar to stay in the New Orleans area. For anyone taking part in these events(particularily, in New Orleans), I just hope you are not letting your guard down, as crime is still an on going problem, and I wouldn't be surprised if the police do not have the manpower to keep things under control in all situations. Have fun, but stay aware.

Jury Duty

Missed classes today because I received a jury duty summons to attend today at 9am in Hancock County. I was lucky, they did let me go around ten o'clock after I explained I could not
afford to miss more than 1 day of school, and that I also had to be home by 3:15 to meet my
seven year old at the bus stop.

They actually were really nice about it and they let many people leave for one reason or another.
I guess they call so many so they can work around people who have valid excuses.

Interesting Weekend

Saw Taken and really liked it.
Maegan's Birthday sleepover party went extremely well Friday night with all the girls,
however later Saturday, the girls stayed for the family party, a neighbors 6 year old daughter came by with her four year old cousin(a little boy), who looked innocent enough. About an hour after he arrived the girls came running in from jumping on the trampoline to report that the little boy was hanging from my sons window upstairs (older son had broke screen some time ago to get in house when he was locked out) by the time I ran upstairs he was back inside and when I confronted him with his blonde hair and blue eye (angelic looking), he said "That was fun!" I thought I was going to have a hear attack. It just goes to show you can't judge a book by its color.

Busy weekend

My 11 year old is having a sleepover tonight to celebrate her birthday which is actually Feb. 10th,
and she's invited 10 classmates. I'm thinking I'm won't be getting to much sleep tonight, of course that seem's to be the norm lately.

My husband and I have been trying to get away the last 2 weekends to catch a movie, he has been wanting to see " Grand Torino". Has anyone seen it or "Taken"? Your input would be appreciated.
Especially with the cost of going to the movies now.

Movie Media Direction

I Saw the movie Fireproof over the weekend and it really left a lasting impression!
My daughter filled me in on a little info about the makeup of the movie and so I did a little
research online. Associate Pastors/Writers/Actor/Producers/Director Alex & Stephen Kendrick are fighting to make a difference in the way movies are portrayed in America. This challenge began when they read about a survey that stated that media has become more influential than church.

They with the help of many supporting volunteers and community donations have now made 3 low cost movies all with God as their guide. Their goal is to continue to make these types of movies and hopefully influence other writers to follow their path to lift the standards and morality of movies.

The movies include Flywheel, Facing the Giants and Fireproof.
They have also wrote novels in conjunction with the movies in addition to another novel called Love Dare which made it to #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.

For those who care about children and future generations, please support their fight.

The Blah's

Getting a little behind on my blogging.
Hope everyone had a good weekend. Mine could have been better as I was sick this weekend.
I did watch some of the superbowl between sleeping. It was a pretty good game as far as
superbowls go. Well thats about it. Stay well.

Blog No. 2 - Picayune Street Fair

Just a little blog! Does anybody hear me?

Is anybody out there?

Whats up! My 11 year old is definitely up!

This is a picture of an activity at the last Picayune Street fair. I myself stayed on the ground. I'm not real good when it comes to heights!

PRCC

I am a 3rd semester student at Pearl River Community College in Poplarville, Ms. and a non-traditional student at that, as I graduated from high school in 1979. Two of my daughters have started their college paths here and I'm going for an associate degree in Web Development. I would like to say that I am a strong supporter of Community College, and believe it is a smart move for many reasons, and fits well for many students who may not be quite ready to launch into a four year university for one reason or another, beside the low cost.