Friday, February 29, 2008

MUCINEX

Here is another product that I have been using and I highly recommend it. Especially when you have that cold that has settled in and you need to break up all the mucus in your lungs. I promise you it works each and every time. You just have to stick with taking the medication as the instructions state and give the medication time to work. So what have you got to loose especially with all the colds and germs that are going around and around this season. You can read about this product below:

When mucus settles into your chest, it's not easy to get rid of it. That's why there's Mucinex. Mucinex helps loosen and thin out the mucus that causes congestion, so you can get rid of it.

When you're congested, mucus can settle into your chest. Mucinex loosens, thins out, and breaks up the mucus that causes congestion, so you can get rid of it. Fight back with Mucinex!

  • Mucinex contains the expectorant guaifenesin that helps you cough more productively so you can get rid of excess mucus and breathe easier
  • Mucinex is the only FDA-approved, 12 hour extended-release guaifenesin available
  • Mucinex is a convenient, easy-to-take, bi-layer tablet that works 2 ways
    • The white layer immediately releases the medicine
    • The blue layer works steadily, releasing medicine hour after hour
  • Mucinex last up to 12 hours

Get Airborne

I don't know how I managed to just now find out about this product but, I will promise you that I stand behind it 110%. This stuff is great and I recommend it to anybody especially for Cold or Flu like symptoms. I have been using this product that last couple days since I have been feeling under the weather and I know that it gave me that shot in the arm that I needed. So I just wanted to share it with my family and friends. Read about this product below. FYI.... it comes in Orange flavor (my favorite) or Lemon-Lime flavor. Keep in mind this was invented by a 2nd Grade School Teacher..... AWESOME !


Airborne cold medicine, Adult Formula (10 Tablets) For cold or Flu symptoms
Sick Of Catching Colds? Sick Of Getting Sick While Traveling?
Take Airborne® as recommended by Oprah. This is the REAL Airborne and NOT an imitation
Effervescent technology offers 100% immediate absorption!
Take at the first sign of a cold symptom or before entering crowded, potentially germ-infested environments.
Airborne® was developed by a school teacher who was sick of getting sick in the classroom. It can be taken 2 ways: at the first sign of a cold symptom, or before entering crowded, potentially germ-infested environments, like airplanes and offices. Airborne's unique natural formula with 17 active ingredients, offers maximum vitamin and herbal support for hours! Plus it contains natural ginger for nausea!
For Use In:
· Airplanes
· Offices
· Schools
· Restaurants
· Health Clubs
· Theaters
Searchable: Airborne, Airborne Dietary Supplement, Airborn, Airborn Dietary Supplement, Airplane Cold, Airplane, Cold and Cough, Recommended by Oprah
Directions:
Adults:May be used in hot or cold water. At the first sign of a cold symptom , simply drop 1 Airborne tablet in a small amount of plain water. Let dissolve (about 1 minute) and drink. Repeat every three hours as necessary.
Children: One half tablet.
Supplement Facts: Serving size: One Tablet Servings Per Container: 10

Ingredients:
· Vitamin A (100% Acetate) 5000 IU 100%
· Vitamin C 1000 mg 1633%
· Vitamin E 30 IU 100%
· Magnesium (Sulfate) 40 mg 10%
· Zinc (Sulfate) 8 mg 55%
· Selenium (Sodium Selinite) 15 mcg 21%
· Manganese (Gluconate) 3 mg 86%
· Potassium (Bicarbonate) 75 mg 2.5%
Organic Herbal Extracts:
Lonicera, Forsythia, Schizonepeta, Ginger, Chinese Vitex, Isatis Root, Echinacea Amino Acids: Glutamine, Lysine
Warnings: As with all dietary supplements, pregnant women or people on medication should consult a physician before taking. Sealed with a tamper evident cap for your protection.

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

New SuperMarket



Bob in eastern Wyoming wrote me about a new supermarket that opened near his house.

"It has an automatic water mister to keep the produce fresh. Just before it goes on, you hear the sound of distant thunder and the smell of fresh rain.

When you pass the milk cases, you hear cows mooing and you experience the scent of fresh mown hay.

In the meat department there is the aroma of charcoal grilled steaks with onions.

When you approach the egg case, you hear hens cluck and cackle, and the air is filled with the pleasing aroma of bacon and eggs frying.

The bread department features the tantalizing smell of fresh baked bread & cookies.

But I don't buy toilet paper there any more."

Monday, February 25, 2008

Presidential Elections

Well just when you thought things couldn't get any worst in the political world for the presidential elections Ralph Nader throws his name into the Hat. Ralph Nader declared yesterday that he will be running for a seat at the white house as a Third Party Ticket. (most likely the Green Party!)

I honestly don't know what to think of this upcoming election. You have John McCain who seems to have the Republican ticket secured. And unless he brings Mike Huckabee on as his Vice Presidential Running mate I don't think the Republicans stand a chance. In the Democrat or should I say Democrap world we have two very scary candidates who are scratching and clawing their way to get the Democratic ticket. I have a hard time believing our country is ready for a Female leader.....(just my personal opinion) and I seriously am worried if Barrack Obama gets in the office because, the US of A will become an Obama-Nation......No pun intended although if the shoe fits he will wear it. And now with everything in the mix Ralph Nader has to stir the pot just a little bit more.

So the question lies what way am I going to vote? Well let's just say that is yet, to be determined. But, I can almost bet you can figure out what party I AM NOT GOING TO VOTE FOR ! !

Saturday, February 23, 2008

Billy Graham's Suit


Billy Graham is now 86 years old with Parkinson's disease. Leaders in
Charlotte, North Carolina, invited their favorite son, Billy Graham, to a
luncheon in his honor.

Billy initially hesitated to accept the invitation because he struggles with
Parkinson's disease. But the Charlotte leaders said, 'We don't expect a
major address. Just come and let us honor you.' So he agreed.

After wonderful things were said about him, Dr. Graham stepped to the
rostrum, looked at the crowd, and said, 'I'm reminded today of Albert
Einstein, the great physicist who this month has been honored by Time
magazine as the Man of the Century. Einstein was once traveling from
Princeton on a train when the conductor came down the aisle, punching the
tickets of every passenger. When he came to Einstein, Einstein reached in
his vest pocket. He couldn't find his ticket, so he reached in his trouser
pockets. It wasn't there, so he looked in his briefcase but couldn't find
it. Then he looked in the seat beside him. He still couldn't find it.

The conductor said, 'Dr. Einstein, I know who you are. We all know who you
are. I'm sure you bought a ticket. Don't worry about it.'

Einstein nodded appreciatively. The conductor continued down the aisle
punching tickets. As he was ready to move to the next car, he turned around
and saw the great physicist down on his hands and knees looking under his
seat for his ticket.

The conductor rushed back and said, 'Dr. Einstein, Dr. Einstein, don't
worry, I know who you are. No problem. You don't need a ticket. I'm sure
you bought one.'

Einstein looked at him and said, 'Young man, I too, know who I am. What I
don't know is where I'm going.''

Having said that Billy Graham continued, 'See the suit I'm wearing? It's a
brand new suit. My wife, my children, and my grandchildren are telling me
I've gotten a little slovenly in my old age. I used to be a bit more
fastidious. So I went out and bought a new suit for this luncheon and one
more occasion.

You know what that occasion is? This is the suit in which I'll be buried.
But when you hear I'm dead, I don't want you to immediately remember the
suit I'm wearing. I want you to remember this:

I not only know who I am . . I also know where I'm going.'

Friday, February 22, 2008

FIND US FAITHFUL



THIS ONE IS DEDICATED TO MY WONDERFUL MOM ! ! !

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Heart Rhythms


For the next several weeks on Thursday Nights I will be taking a class from 6pm - 10pm learning all the in's and out's of Heart Rhythms. I can look at a EKG strip and tell you what is what that part is easy.... But, the understanding of WHY? it looks the way it does is a whole another task in itself. So I will be putting in my 10 hour day in the Post Procedure Unit with my regular work schedule then whisk myself off to class for another 4 hours to learn about EKG's and all the particulars that go with it. So let me grab myself a Big Cup of Bronson's $7.00 Carmel Marvel Coffee and see if I can't learn me a thing or two.......

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

WHY MICHIGAN ?

It's winter here in Michigan
And the gentle breezes blow,
Seventy miles an hour,
At twenty five below.
Oh, how I love ole Michigan
When the snow's up to your butt.
You take a breath of winter and your nose freezes shut.
Yes, the weather here is wonderful
So I guess I'll hang around.
I could never leave my Michigan
Cause I'm frozen to the ground

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Is your family safe?

Can you put a price tag on your family? It has been on my mind to get a Carbon Monoxide Detector for my home for sometime now. I hear and read time and time again about how families die because, their home was not detected for Carbon Monoxide. Tonight I finally decided to put my mind at ease and protect my family by buying a simple to use : Kiddie Nighthawk Carbon Monoxide Alarm, w/ Plug-In with 9Volt Battery backup, and digital display.

This item not only detects Carbon Monoxide but, also checks for gas leaks in the house. The cost was about $45.00 plus tax but, like I stated before: Can you put a price tag on your family? Now I can rest assured that my family will be safe from gases and Carbon Monoxide.

If you don't know much about Carbon Monoxide let me tell you just a few things: Carbon monoxide, with the chemical formula CO, is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas. It is the most common type of fatal poisoning in many countries. Exposures can lead to significant toxicity of the central nervous system and heart. Domestic carbon monoxide poisoning can be prevented by the use of household Carbon Monoxide Detectors such as the one I plugged in this blog. So be safe and keep yourself and family protected. The average household only needs one Detector.


Monday, February 18, 2008

New Knight Rider

I would hope that most of you would remember the old T.V. show "Knight Rider" with star actor David Hasselhoff from back in the 80's. Well last night NBC showed a new 2 hour movie "Knight Rider" with a new and much improved car (KITT) and some great action. I will have to admit that at first when I heard about this new movie coming out I was a bit optimistic but, in all seriousness I was utter most impressed. My wife and I throughly enjoyed the show and thought the movie had an excellent plot. I do hope this movie showing got good ratings and reviews because, I would love to see this movie become, a weekly show on T.V. and think it would make a great T.V. series. If anything they left it wide open in the ending of the movie to make another one. Well one can only wait and see.

Indoor Tent


This past weekend my wife and I bought Bryce an indoor tent that he can camp out in on the weekends in the living room. He absolutely loves it as you can see in the pictures above. This little tent kit came with the tent, sleeping bag, nice back pack, compass, water bottle all for $24.95 at Target (pronounced TAR-J).......LOL Well I am glad he likes it and I promised that I will by a real tent this summer so we can sleep outside sometime and maybe actually go camping....Yeah!

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Top 10 countdown Rules of a Toddler !

10. If I like it, it's mine.

9. If it's in my hand, it's mine.

8. If I can take it from you, it's mine.

7. If I had it a little while ago, it's mine.

6. If it's mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way.

5. If I am doing or building something, all the pieces are mine.

4. If it looks like mine, it's mine.

3. If I saw it first, it's mine.

2. If you are playing with something and you put it down, it automatically
becomes mine.

1. If it's broken, it's yours.

Saturday, February 16, 2008

Legal Issue

In a small, Midwestern town, owners of a new tavern started a building to
open up their business. The local Baptist church started a campaign with
petitions and prayers to block the bar from opening.

Work progressed, however, right up until the week before opening, when a
lightning strike hit the bar and it burned to the ground.

The church folks were rather smug in their outlook after that, until the bar
owner sued the church on the grounds that the church was ultimately
responsible for the demise of his building, either through direct or
indirect actions or means.

The church vehemently denied all responsibility or any connection to the
building's demise in its answer to the court.

As the case made its way into court, the judge looked over the pleadings at
the hearing and commented, "I don't know how I'm going to decide this, but
as it appears from the paperwork, we have a bar owner that believes in the
power of prayer, and an entire church congregation that does not."

(Moral: If you are praying for rain, believe it enough to carry an umbrella)