Archive for March, 2009
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Friday, March 27th, 2009 Posted in event and event ideas, running a charity | No Comments »
I have been informed of a few impromptu fundraisers for various charities. When the event has a theme, I have seen charities go two different ways. In one scenario, they ... Read more..Rescue 67 Has Left the Building!
Saturday, March 21st, 2009 Posted in saving shelter pets | No Comments »
Saving Shelter Pets rescue #67 went off without a hitch! It was close, but all the money was raised to rescue over 40 puppies, plus two mother dogs. ... Read more..Floating with Flipper
Saturday, March 21st, 2009 Posted in traveling | No Comments »
Quite a few years ago, I spent a day on the beach in Mexico. Of course, I didn't just go all the way there for just one day. ... Read more..Chicago Jobs: Jump Right In. Literally.
Friday, March 20th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Yesterday, I read a lengthy article in the paper about the economic and politicol climate of Chicago. Under a photo of the skyline, which would have normally been filler, ... Read more..Update on Grace’s Law
Friday, March 20th, 2009 Posted in grace's law, legislation | 1 Comment »
Awhile back, I discussed Grace's Law, a measure in the state of Georgia that would close a loophole in the law that would forever silence the gas chambers in the ... Read more..Libbey Helps You Up Your Game
Friday, March 20th, 2009 Posted in around the house | No Comments »
Sometimes I receive letters about making contributions to charity auctions. Sometimes, people who formerly followed artistic pursuits set their mind to make something for upcoming auctions, like the Saving ... Read more..Take Your Dog to Mardi Gras All Month Long
Friday, March 20th, 2009 Posted in traveling | No Comments »
Going on now at Universal Studios is the annual Mardi Gras Celebration. On many nights, through April 18th, a big name act is playing. Pat Benatar, MC Hammer, ... Read more..Dogs and Carpet Do Mix
Friday, March 20th, 2009 Posted in around the house | No Comments »
Any dog lover knows that it is always a challenge when it comes to flooring and dogs. Not everyone who has adopted a rescued dog needs to worry about the ... Read more..The Days of Trial and Errors
Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 Posted in Internet and Web Tools | 1 Comment »
I was missing in action for a few days. Even though I had a lot to say, I was mired in computer issues. The Mac is doing ... Read more..Monday at 8:00 AM…Are you Free?
Saturday, March 7th, 2009 Posted in current calls to action, grace's law, legislation | No Comments »
I recently reported on Grace's Law, whch calls for a closure of the loophole that allows some Georgia animal shelters to continue to operate gas chambers. It was ... Read more..Thumb Wrestle for Charity
Saturday, March 7th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
"One, two, three four..." What does that phrase mean to you? Today it may make you think of a IPod commercial. However, to millions of children on the ... Read more..Kill the Pests, Not the People
Friday, March 6th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
There is much debate over organic gardening these days. In some countries, for instance, they might not use pesticides, but may use natural matter that may not be suitable ... Read more..Spending a Little More Sometimes Makes Sense
Wednesday, March 4th, 2009 Posted in running a charity | No Comments »
At many charity events, the folks who are acting as staff are often given shirts to wear indicating their status. I always notice that often organizations have a "one ... Read more..