I have a book recommendation for you. It's called "Another Season" by Gene Stallings and it is available from Amazon. I have read this book and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Friday, December 29, 2006
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
President Ford
President Gerald Ford has passed away at the age of 93. Here is a link to the Gerald Ford Memorial. Here is a link to the Gerald Ford Library and Museum.
Monday, December 25, 2006
Sunday, December 24, 2006
'Twas the Night Before Christmas
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,while visions of sugar plums danced in their heads.And Mama in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap.
When out on the roof there arose such a clatter,I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter.Away to the window I flew like a flash,tore open the shutter, and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow gave the lustre of midday to objects below,when, what to my wondering eyes should appear,but a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer.
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.More rapid than eagles, his coursers they came,and he whistled and shouted and called them by name:
"Now Dasher! Now Dancer!Now, Prancer and Vixen!On, Comet! On, Cupid!On, Donner and Blitzen!To the top of the porch!To the top of the wall!Now dash away! Dash away!Dash away all!"
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,when they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky so up to the house-top the coursers they flew,with the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof the prancing and pawing of each little hoof.As I drew in my head and was turning around,down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,and his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot.A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,and he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
His eyes--how they twinkled! His dimples, how merry!His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,and the beard on his chin was as white as the snow.The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,and the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath.He had a broad face and a little round belly,that shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,and I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself.A wink of his eye and a twist of his head soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,and filled all the stockings, then turned with a jerk.And laying his finger aside of his nose,and giving a nod, up the chimney he rose.
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.But I heard him exclaim, 'ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,while visions of sugar plums danced in their heads.And Mama in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap.
When out on the roof there arose such a clatter,I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter.Away to the window I flew like a flash,tore open the shutter, and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow gave the lustre of midday to objects below,when, what to my wondering eyes should appear,but a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer.
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.More rapid than eagles, his coursers they came,and he whistled and shouted and called them by name:
"Now Dasher! Now Dancer!Now, Prancer and Vixen!On, Comet! On, Cupid!On, Donner and Blitzen!To the top of the porch!To the top of the wall!Now dash away! Dash away!Dash away all!"
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,when they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky so up to the house-top the coursers they flew,with the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof the prancing and pawing of each little hoof.As I drew in my head and was turning around,down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,and his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot.A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,and he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
His eyes--how they twinkled! His dimples, how merry!His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,and the beard on his chin was as white as the snow.The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,and the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath.He had a broad face and a little round belly,that shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,and I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself.A wink of his eye and a twist of his head soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,and filled all the stockings, then turned with a jerk.And laying his finger aside of his nose,and giving a nod, up the chimney he rose.
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.But I heard him exclaim, 'ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"
Friday, December 22, 2006
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Sunday, December 17, 2006
The Rise School
The Rise Program Mission Statement
The purpose of the Rise Program is to support the mission of The University of Alabama which is to provide research, training, and service. This mission of the Rise Program includes:
• Providing exemplary services based on recommended practices to young children with diverse abilities and their families.• Interfacing with the community through outreach activities.• Offering instructional opportunities through collaboration with various academic units within The University of Alabama system and with other colleges and universities. • Engaging in research that positively influences practice in the field of early childhood education at the local, state, and national levels. • Disseminating information and providing technical assistance to other community-based agencies; and effecting policy and systems change at the local, state, and national levels.
The purpose of the Rise Program is to support the mission of The University of Alabama which is to provide research, training, and service. This mission of the Rise Program includes:
• Providing exemplary services based on recommended practices to young children with diverse abilities and their families.• Interfacing with the community through outreach activities.• Offering instructional opportunities through collaboration with various academic units within The University of Alabama system and with other colleges and universities. • Engaging in research that positively influences practice in the field of early childhood education at the local, state, and national levels. • Disseminating information and providing technical assistance to other community-based agencies; and effecting policy and systems change at the local, state, and national levels.
Friday, December 15, 2006
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Disability Resources Incorporated
Today I'd like to tell you about Disability Resources Incorporated. Check out their website to learn more about it.
Monday, December 11, 2006
City Of Hope is an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and other life-threatening illness.
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Pat Sullivan
Samford University has a new football coach. Pat Sullivan was named head coach this past week. He had been working as offensive coordinator at UAB and was previously head coach at TCU.
Saturday, December 09, 2006
Happy Birthday Sylvia
Today is music superstar Sylvia's 50 birthday. She is an amazing singer/songwriter and one of my all time favorites.
Friday, December 08, 2006
Fred Goldsmith
Lenoir-Rhyne has a new football coach. Fred Goldsmith, the former head coach at Duke and Rice is their new coach.
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
Sunday, December 03, 2006
SEC Champs!
The Florida Gator Football team won the SEC Championship Game for the sixth time and took its seventh SEC title with a 38-28 win over Arkansas.
Saturday, December 02, 2006
The 107th Army-Navy Game
Navy (8-3) will play host to Army (3-8) in the 107th edition of the Army-Navy game Saturday at a sold-out Lincoln Financial Field (68,532) in Philadelphia. The Mids will be gunning for a fourth-straight Commander-In-Chief's Trophy and with a victory, the Navy senior class will become the first in school history to go 8-0 against Army and Air Force. GO NAVY BEAT ARMY!!
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Master Coaches Survey
The poll that should be added to determine who plays in the BCS championship game is the Master Coaches Survey. It is made up of retired college football coaches that actually know what they're talking about when it comes to football.
Saturday, November 25, 2006
The Greatest Generation
I have a book recommendation for you. It is called "The Greatest Generation" by Tom Brokaw. I have this book and it is great. It is available from Amazon.
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Cam Brewer
Great story on my favorite Florida Gator football player. His name is Cam Brewer and he spent six years in the Marines before joining the Gator football team.
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Tribute to Bo Schembechler
Bo Schembechler has passed away at 77. He was one of the greatest! The Team, The Team, The Team. Those who stay will be champions! Beat the Bucks!
Saturday, November 11, 2006
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Saturday, November 04, 2006
Bob Dole-Great Book From A Great Man
Senator Dole's World War II Memoirs Published by Harper Collins. I have read this book and it is fantastic. It is called "One Soldier's Story".
Thursday, November 02, 2006
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Florida/Georgia Football Game
The defense forced two fumbles and intercepted two passes, helping the ninth-ranked Gators beat Georgia 21-14 on Saturday and continue their recent dominance in the rivalry. Florida now has won eight of nine and 15 of the last 17 in the series that's been known for decades as the World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Bob Ufer Foundation
The Bob Ufer Foundation was established by the Ufer family in 1997 with a mission to raise funds to support youth activities and scholarships in the Ann Arbor community. As a major sponsor of the annual Superball 3 on 3 basketball tournament, our Foundation has helped raise money to fund teacher grants in grades K-12 in the Ann Arbor Public Schools.
Saturday, October 21, 2006
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in 1982 on a promise made between two sisters – Susan Goodman Komen and Nancy Goodman Brinker.
More than 20 years later, the Komen Foundation is a global leader in the fight against breast cancer through its support of innovative research and community-based outreach programs. Working through a network of U.S. and international Affiliates and events like the Komen Race for the Cure®, the Komen Foundation is fighting to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by funding research grants and supporting education, screening and treatment projects in communities around the world.
Today, we celebrate the power of a promise and how a single person’s vision can make a difference in the lives of millions.
Monday, September 25, 2006
Stephanie Abrams
Stephanie Abrams has a new show on the Weather Channel along with Mike Bettes called Abrams & Bettes. It airs at 8PM Eastern Weekdays.
Monday, September 18, 2006
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Saturday, September 16, 2006
Michigan wins big!
The Michigan Wolverine football team defeated Notre Dame today 47-21 in South Bend. Here's a good write up about it.
Monday, September 11, 2006
Saturday, September 09, 2006
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Heidi Collins
Finally CNN did the right thing and gave Heidi Collins her own show. She now cohosts "CNN Newsroon" from 10AM-12PM EST.
Sunday, September 03, 2006
History of Labor Day
In 19th century America, the industrial revolution was in full bloom, and people were needed en masse to feed the machines of mass production. Millions responded, coming from the farms by the promise of the American dream, a trust in the commonwealth. The people wanted a secure year-round income in an environment sheltered from the often harsh elements. What they found was a life toiling twelve and fourteen hours a day in dingy and sometimes dangerous conditions in factories and underground mines.
From the late 1700s into the mid 1800s working people increasingly joined together in trade unions that would bargain collectively for the benefit of all members. A day to praise the efforts of the everyday people was first suggested around 1880 by Peter J. McGuire, founder of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. However, the first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City by the Knights of Labor. It celebrated the working man on that date. The idea of celebrating the everyday working man began to spread with the growth of labor organizations. By 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country.
This holiday is to exhibit to the public "the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations" of the community. Labor day is also a festival for the recreation and amusement of the workers and their families. Parades, festivals , barbeques, this became the pattern for the celebrations of Labor Day. Speeches by prominent men and women are given to emphasis the economic and civic significance of the holiday.
In the l880's labor organizations began to lobby various state legislatures for recognition of Labor Day as an official state holiday. The first states to declare it a state holiday in, 1887, were Oregon, Colorado, New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. In 1894, Congress passed a law recognizing Labor Day as an official national holiday.
Labor Day has come to be recognized in the United States not only as a celebration of the working class, but also as the unofficial end of the summer season. In the northern half of the U.S. the summer vacation season begins with Memorial Day and ends with Labor Day.
Florida Gators
The Florida Gators celebrated the ten year anniversary of their '96 National Championship in football. Several former players and coaches were honored on the field before the game. They defeated Southern Mississippi 34-7.
Monday, August 28, 2006
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Monday, July 24, 2006
Disappointing
I am disappointed to see Suzie McConnell Serio resign as head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx. I always admired her as a coach and as a player. She was one of the greatest point guards ever.
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
Happy Independence Day
God bless America, land that I love
Stand beside her and guide her
Through the night with the light from above
From the mountains To the prairies,
To the ocean white with foam
God bless America, My home sweet home.
Irving Berlin
Saturday, July 01, 2006
Lady Magic
Happy birthday to one of the greatest point guards of all time. Nancy Lieberman turns 48 today. In her prime there was no one better. She earned the nickname Lady Magic because she was like the female version of Magic Johnson.
Friday, June 23, 2006
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Heidi Collins
Happy 38th birthday to CNN anchor/reporter Heidi Collins. She is the best out there. Come on CNN give her her own show!
Monday, May 29, 2006
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons begin their series tonight with the Miami Heat. It is the Eastern Conference Finals.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Saturday, May 13, 2006
Lance Armstrong Foundation
Wednesday May 17, is LIVESTRONG Day. The Lance Armstrong Foundation's mission is to inspire and empower people with cancer to live strong. We serve our mission through education, advocacy, public health and research programs.
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