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Are you watching the Olympics ? Just bits and pieces of it.
If so what has been your favorite competition so far ?" Swimming
Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow" ? Yes, just watching the athletes and seeing their talent makes me say WOW!!! Imagine the dedication it take to get to the Olympics.
Bonus Question:
What was the last thing you gave someone advise on ? A business question from my nephew last night.
Was this something you were asked ? Yes or Did you volunteer the information ?
lol did they take the advise ? I'm pretty sure he did.
Extra Credit Question:
in honor of National Park Day
How many National Parks have you visited ? Several
Do you have a favorite ? Not really but the ones with water are at the top of my list.
Today in History:
1492 - Christopher Columbus set sail on the "Santa Maria". He was accompanied by a crew of 90 and two more ships.
1880 - The American Canoe Association was formed at Lake George, NY.
1921 - 1st aerial cropdusting (Troy Ohio to kill caterpillars)
1933 - The world-famous Mickey Mouse Watch was introduced. The timepiece sold for $2.75. A Mickey Mouse Clock sold for $1.50. New models now sell for $25 or more and the original watches and clocks are worth hundreds of dollars.
1963 - Allan Sherman releases "Hello Mudda, Hello Fadda"
1977 - Radio Shack issues a press release introducing TRS-80 computer, within weeks thousands were ordered
Word of the Day:
hacienda \hah-see-EN-duh\ , noun;
1. A large estate, especially one used for farming or ranching.
Today is:
National Watermelon Day My favorite!!!
National Waffle Day
National Nuts Day Are we talking nut nuts or crazy nuts?
Airplane Crop Duster Day Love watching those guys fly......I'm always telling hubby I want to ride with them.
Canoe Day
National Park Day
Are you watching the Olympics ? Not really. The DW is glued to them though.
If so what has been your favorite competition so far ?"
Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow" ? The DW being glued to them!
Bonus Question:
What was the last thing you gave someone advise on ? Last evening to DS.
Was this something you were asked ? It was in conversation.
or
Did you volunteer the information ?
lol did they take the advise ? I hope it was taken well. I just threw out some options for a situation and what I would do. He can make his own decision.
Extra Credit Question:
in honor of National Park Day
How many National Parks have you visited ? We've been to a few to say the least.
Do you have a favorite ? I really liked Yosemite.
Today is:
National Watermelon Day
National Waffle Day
National Nuts Day
Airplane Crop Duster Day
Canoe Day
National Park Day
If so what has been your favorite competition so far ?" I did enjoy a bit of the gymnastics, which would probably be the closest to a favorite of mine if I were more interested in sports.
Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow" ? Yes. Gabby Douglas blew my mind! And while I missed it, I am always impressed by the men's rings.
Bonus Question:
What was the last thing you gave someone advise on ? Oh dear, probably an old, epic-fail relationship a friend is revisiting.
Was this something you were asked ? or Did you volunteer the information ? I detest the scumbag she's seeing, and I get tired of hearing her complain, so I probably just blurted out my "advice."
lol did they take the advise ? Of course not. That's why she's still in the one-way relationship.
Extra Credit Question:
in honor of National Park Day
How many National Parks have you visited ? Grand Canyon, Mt Ranier, and Glacier Bay in Alaska.
Do you have a favorite ? Probably Glacier Bay. I have to say, I have yet to see very much that meets or exceeds the beauty of the western edge of North America from Portland Oregon to Anchorage Alaska. I could live there if it weren't for them bears!
Today in History:
1492 - Christopher Columbus set sail on the "Santa Maria". He was accompanied by a crew of 90 and two more ships.
1880 - The American Canoe Association was formed at Lake George, NY.
1921 - 1st aerial cropdusting (Troy Ohio to kill caterpillars)
1933 - The world-famous Mickey Mouse Watch was introduced. The timepiece sold for $2.75. A Mickey Mouse Clock sold for $1.50. New models now sell for $25 or more and the original watches and clocks are worth hundreds of dollars.
1963 - Allan Sherman releases "Hello Mudda, Hello Fadda"
1977 - Radio Shack issues a press release introducing TRS-80 computer, within weeks thousands were ordered
Word of the Day:
hacienda \hah-see-EN-duh\ , noun;
1. A large estate, especially one used for farming or ranching.
Today is:
National Watermelon Day
National Waffle Day
National Nuts Day
Airplane Crop Duster Day
Canoe Day
National Park Day
Thanx for the Qs Karla! Have a good day, and a great weekend everyone!
If so what has been your favorite competition so far ?" gymnastics
Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow" ? Michael Phelps winning all those medals and Gabby Douglas winning the gold for all around
Bonus Question:
What was the last thing you gave someone advise on ? My good friend recently learned she has breast cancer, I told her to stay strong and have a positive attitude.
Was this something you were asked ?
or
Did you volunteer the information ? yes
lol did they take the advise ? I think so
Extra Credit Question:
in honor of National Park Day
How many National Parks have you visited ? Is your state park considered a national Park? Well, if it is that is my favorite.
Are you watching the Olympics? Yepper. If so what has been your favorite competition so far?" Of the stuff I've been able to watch, the women's gymnastics. Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow"? Pretty much all of it. The athletes are amazing.
Bonus Question: What was the last thing you gave someone advice on? In Today's Tip I gave advice about how to lower choleresterol and BP. Was this something you were asked? Nope. or Did you volunteer the information? Yep. lol did they take the advise ? Time will tell!
Extra Credit Question: In honor of National Park Day, how many National Parks have you visited? Only two. Mt. Rainier National Park (1993); Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore (at least 5 days a week - I driver through it on my way to and from work!). Do you have a favorite?I love living close to the Dunes, but hiking on Mr. Rainier was one of the biggest thrills of my life, so I'll choose that one. Hope to see lots of other national parks in the future.
Word of the Day:
hacienda \hah-see-EN-duh\ , noun;
1. A large estate, especially one used for farming or ranching.
Today is:
National Watermelon Day I'm not too crazy about this. It's okay on occasion.
National Waffle Day Now we're talkin'! I love waffles! No butter; just maple syrup.
National Nuts Day Sometimes you feel like a nut; sometimes you don't. Oh, wait ~ I pretty much always feel like a nut!
Airplane Crop Duster Day I know someone who does this.
Canoe Day I love canoeing, but haven't had an opportunity to go yet this year.
National Park Day Yay! Preserve our national parks! They are treasures for everyone.
Happy FRIDAY, everybody!
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If so what has been your favorite competition so far ?" Soccer or Football for the rest of the world.
Have you seen any that had you saying "Wow" ? No not really.
Bonus Question:
What was the last thing you gave someone advise on ? This morning, told my roommate his rent is due TODAY & if he don't pay up his stuff will be outside next time he comes home.
Was this something you were asked ?
or
Did you volunteer the information ?
lol did they take the advise ? Don't know yet, I'll find out about 10AM PDT.
Extra Credit Question:
in honor of National Park Day
How many National Parks have you visited ? All the ones west of the Rockies.
Do you have a favorite ? Redwood NP, Crater Lake NP & Olympia NP
Today is:
National Watermelon Day :
National Waffle Day :
National Nuts Day : National Politician Day
Airplane Crop Duster Day : Crazy fools
Canoe Day :
National Park Day :
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Can't think of anything specifically 
? I'm pretty sure he did.
My favorite!!!
Mt. Rainier National Park (1993); Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore (at least 5 days a week - I driver through it on my way to and from work!).
