MERRY CHRISTMAS! GOD BLESS US EVERYONE!

God bless us everyone!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

MERRY CHRISTMAS! HO HO HO

and from our home to yours have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!

And so it begins....

A really cute Christmas Movie!

ENJOY!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING A LITTLE LATE, BUT...

... WE DID IT!  WOO HOO!!!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

MEET THE MOODY/CHAMBERLIN FAMILY!!!

Fun was had by all and much love and happiness!  We all hope the same for you!

First of all, I would like you to meet my oldest grandson Ryan and my great grandson Alex... isn't he just too sweet?  I use to say that about his daddy because his son is definitely a clone of what he use to look like.  I could just eat him up... is such a sweetie!!!

My oldest son - Tony & my pride & joy!!!

We all had a wonderful Thanksgiving hope yours was great too!  HUGS

Guess who this is!!!

Nicest place to be: in someones thoughts

Safest place to be: in someones prayers

Best place to be: in Gods Hands

God Bless You and God Bless America

Three generations!

Ms. Elvira???  Is that you?

GUESS WHO THIS IS BELOW!!!!  ~snicker-snicker~~~~!!!

Hope you enjoyed!

Guess who this is!!!

Nicest place to be: in someones thoughts

Safest place to be: in someones prayers

Best place to be: in Gods Hands

God Bless You and God Bless America

Three generations!

Ms. Elvira???  Is that you?

Happy All Saints Day!

To all my friends and family, especially the ones that use to go to All Saints Church when it still stood in Bridgeport (how I miss that church). Please if you have any pictures of All Saints church please post them I would love to see it again. Bless you and Happy All Saints Day! Amen.

All Saints' Day 2015: Dates, Facts And Traditions

On this day Catholics honor all those who have entered heaven.

HUFFINGTONPOST.COM

Nicest place to be: in someones thoughts
Safest place to be: in someones prayers
Best place to be: in Gods Hands

God Bless You and God Bless America

E-mail Info... We definitely should listen!

How do Dogs know?

Have you ever heard that a dog 'knows' when an earthquake is about to hit?




Have you ever heard that a dog can 'sense' when a tornado is stirring up, even 20 miles away?


Do you remember hearing that before the December
tsunami struck Southeast Asia,
dogs started running frantically away from the seashore, at breakneck speed?


Do you know that dogs can detect cancer and other
serious illnesses and danger of fire?



Somehow they always know when they can 'go
for a ride' before you even ask. 



How do those dogs and cats get home from
hundreds of miles away?



I'm a firm believer that animals - and especially
cats and dogs - have keen insights into the Truth.




And you can't tell me that dogs can't sense a
potentially terrible disaster well in advance.


Simply said, a dog just KNOWS when something
isn't right... when impending doom is upon us.



They'll always try to warn us of a disaster! 



We should listen!

Okay... we done found some more... helpful tips for around the home! Woo Hoo

The only thing worse than a mice infestation? The process of getting rid of a mice infestation. There are only so many methods available for getting rid of our uninvited friends and, let’s be honest, they’re not all very pleasant. If snap traps make you sad and sticky traps make you squirm, it can feel like your options are limited to hiring an expensive exterminator or simply living with some new scurrying friends, but there’s another, better method! You can actually get rid of mice the all-natural, no-kill way— with peppermint!

OKAY CATS RUN WHEN THEY SEE MIGHTY MOUSE.... But check this out...

It turns out, mice hate the smell of peppermint. Everything we humans like about it – the sharpness, the coolness, the sweetness, the menthol – makes them want to turn tail and run the other direction, making it an ideal natural repellant. Bulk Herb Stores’s Shoshanna’s Kitchen first turned us on to the idea, and she recommends harnessing peppermint’s power in three ways:

Peppermint Plants

The easiest way to prevent a mouse invastion in the first place is to post peppermint plant sentries around your home. Plant as many as you want outside your home for protection andand for nice, fresh peppermint leaves to use in your cooking.

Peppermint Sock

This method is easy for when you want a quick solution. Drop some dried peppermint in a sock and tie it off, then place the socks around your home near holes, gaps, or any other places you think pests might be gathering.

DIY Spray

Shoshanna’s favorite method is an easy-to-make spray. Boil some water, then steep some dried peppermint the same way you would if you were making tea or coffee. When you get a nice, rich concentration, strain out the grounds and allow the mixture to cool. Then, simply transfer it to a plastic spray bottle and spray away! Use it as an additional cleaning spray in cabinets where you’ve found evidence of rodent activity, saturate your closets, and generally spray wherever you think you need a little repelling peppermint power.

Of course, sometimes you need a little extra power, and for that, you can turn to extra concentrated versions of peppermint via peppermint oil. The Kitchn recommends using peppermint oil as you spray, similarly to Shoshanna’s Kitchen. Other people, like How To Get Rid Of Mice.com, recommend saturating cotton balls in peppermint oil and leaving them around your home wherever you want the mice to leave.

Even better? It’s not just mice that will run away from peppermint. It repels aphids, cabbage looper, flea beetles, squash bugs, whiteflies, ants, mosquitoes, and bees! And, best of all, it’s a simple, cheap, humane, and all-natural method for ridding your home of pests.

It’s so good to know that we have all-natural options for dealing with mice and other pests! Have you ever tried using peppermint this way? Do you know of any other no-kill or gentle methods for dealing with an infestation, or do you prefer old-fashioned traps?  Do you have any tips?  Leave it in a comment below and thanks for dropping by!!!

LOOK WHAT I FOUND! 10 Clever Cleaning Tricks

I am so excited!  I found these on Facebook, and I haven't tried them yet, but I wanted to share with you really quick.  Today I'm going to the Last Hurrah Picnic of the Heathen Barbarians which is a motorcycle group my husband's band is affiliated with!  It's going to be so much fun.  More later on that, but here's what I was telling you about that I wanted to share with you!  ENJOY!

1) Clean your blender by blending soap and water.

Sometimes, simply scrubbing the blender with a sponge and running water can’t remove food particles or smells that get left behind. Try filling the blender and adding some dishwashing liquid. Turn it on and blend for a minute. You have yourself a super clean blender in just seconds!

2) Sanitize your sponges.

Even the sponge that you clean your pots, plates, and pans with need to be cleaned as well. Just place your sponge inside the microwave. Microwave it for about 2 minutes and that will kill 99% of bacteria.

3) Use the iron and damp washcloth combo.

If you have stubborn ugly stains on your carpet and no cleaning solution seems to work, try this simple trick. Mix vinegar and water and put it in a spray bottle. Spray some on the stained carpet and cover it with a damp washcloth. Put the iron on steam setting and iron the stained spot for about 30 seconds. If it’s a tough stain, repeat the procedure as necessary.

4) Line the litter box with a garbage bag.

If cleaning the litter box is your least favorite chore, clean-up is about to get easier when you line the litter box with a garbage bag. No more messy business of scooping everything up. Simply remove the bag from the box, seal shut, and throw into the trash.

5) Wash small toys in a mesh laundry bag.

Children play with their toys all the time, and you have no idea the places and surfaces these toys come in contact with. Cleaning them one by one is just time-consuming, so just throw everything inside a laundry mesh bag and wash it in the washing machine or the dishwasher.

6)  Use a squeegee to remove pet hair on carpets.

Squeegees are not just limited to cleaning windows. They can be very effective cleaning tools to remove pet hair from your carpet, furniture, and car seats. Just trying running it through your carpet and you will see all the animal hair being removed. They work even better than vacuums!

7) Use vinegar to clean shower heads.

Fill a small plastic bag with white vinegar. Tie it around the showerhead and let it soak in vinegar for about 2 hours. After that, just wash it off with water. You will see that your showerhead will be gleaming like brand new again.

8) Clean window blinds with socks.

You don’t need to buy those fancy dusters or vacuums just for the purpose of cleaning your window blinds. All you need is an old pair of socks (make sure they’re clean, though), and some water with vinegar. Wear one sock like a glove on one hand, dip it in the water and vinegar mixture, and wipe off the dirt on the blinds. Use the other sock to dry it.

9) Wear a carry-all apron.

Wearing this carry-all apron will save you lots of time going back and forth just to get a specific cleaning item that you need. Simply put everything inside the pockets and you can go about cleaning the house, room by room, top to bottom. It also does a great job of protecting your clothes.

And last, but not least...

10) Place linen dust shades to protect your books.

If you’re a book collector, you know how annoying it gets when books get dusty no matter how often you clean your bookshelves and your entire house. Doing this simple trick on your bookshelves will not only make them look pretty, but it will also protect your books from gathering dust. You can go for basic, or even loud and bold colors. Whichever strikes your fancy.

Thanks for stopping by, and don't forget to stop at my other blog http://www.xmasdolly.com  and say hello!  hugs

Almonds

Snacks & Appetizers

Crunchy and flavorful, Blue Diamond Almonds work well in everything from on-the-go snack.

A handful of almonds (about 23 nuts or one ounce) contains high amounts of protein, fiber, monounsaturated fat, vitamin E, calcium and other important minerals, and phytochemicals that may help protect against many common diseases.

Explore the following pages to learn more about the health and nutritional values of almonds.

Nutrient Rich

Almonds are an excellent source of vitamin E, magnesium, and manganese; they are a good source fiber, copper, phosphorous and riboflavin. When compared ounce for ounce, almonds are the nut highest in protein (6g), fiber, calcium (75mg), vitamin E, riboflavin and niacin (1mg). Talk about good things coming in a small package.

Vitamin E

Your body’s metabolism creates something called “free radicals,” which are unstable molecules that can damage cells, lead to disease, and contribute to aging.  The particles that corral these free radicals and stop them from harming cells are called antioxidants and they either made by your body or supplied from the foods you eat.

Of the antioxidants your body cannot make, vitamin E is one of the most important because it breaks the destructive chain free radicals start, protecting your cells from harm.  But getting enough vitamin E can be tricky in today’s fast-food world, which is one reason adding almonds to your diet are a smart idea.  The two top whole food sources of naturally occurring vitamin E are almonds and sunflower seeds, and the natural vitamin E found in almonds is twice as potent as the synthetic vitamin E found in most supplements.  A handful of almonds supplies about half the recommended daily requirement of vitamin E, which is an important reason to grab your healthy handful every day. 

Find out more about the connection between almonds, vitamin E and your health at www.AlmondsAreIn.com.

Sweets & Desserts

Blue Diamond Almonds are the ideal ingredient to take your cookies, cakes, and other treats up a notch in texture and flavor.

Protein

Protein is part of the cells, tissue and organs of your body.  Because each of those break down and must be rebuilt daily, we need to consume the protein needed to do that, along with carbohydrates and fat—the other meganutrients your body requires.  The amount of protein contained in a single handful of almonds is nearly as much as you get from a hard-boiled egg and almonds are the only protein source that’s also an excellent source of vitamin E.  

Research Studies

Almonds are a hot topic of research lately, largely because the studies done to date show such intriguing results — possible protection against heart disease (America’s number-one killer) and support for weight management covered in other areas of this site.  In addition, studies are also being conducted on almonds’ positive effects on glycemic control (blood sugar) to help people control diabetes type 2.  There are a number of other studies underway across the country to determine if this nutrient dense food has additional health benefits.

To stay up with the latest developments and studies completed, visit the News and Nutrition Benefits sections at www.almondsarein.com.   http://bluediamond.com/index.cfm?navid=22

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Blue Diamond Almonds

@BlueDiamondAlmonds 

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DuKane Chapter of ABATE of ILLINOIS

29th AnnualToy & Food Run  - October 11, 2015

Info Snapshot

All Food/Toy Donations go to Local Charities that will be present to pick them up.  They will also be available to explain what they do in their charity to all the attendees. 

Charities To Date:  Mutual Ground, Inc. FISH Food Pantry

Westside Church of Christ

Dupage County Community Services

Elburn Food PantryHesed House

HELPS Ministry

Mutual Ground

HCS Family Services Food Pantry

  Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) - Elgin

Humanitarian Service Project

Between Friends Food Pantry

Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission

Aunt Martha’s Youth Service Center

Aurora Soup Kitchen

Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry

Fox Valley Christian Action

$10 p/p Proceeds go to Protect Your Motorcyling Freedoms!

Multiple Registration Points and Pre-Run Collection Boxes.  People can drop off Toys and Food to the registration locations as well

Toy Run Pin to the First Fifty that register at all locations!  Turn your playing card in at the Batavia VFW to get your free pin!

MULTIPLE AREA Registrations will begin at 9:30am - 10:30am at these areas:

• Batavia VFW, Rt 25 - Batavia, IL  THIS SITE IS 9:00am – 3:00pm
• Fox River Harley Davidson - Saint Charles, IL  
• Heritage Harley Davidson - Lisle, IL
• Joe’s Bar & Grill, Joliet (Conrads HD Registration Site)
• DeKalb Harley Davidson  - DeKalb IL
• Fox Valley Cycles – Aurora IL
• Knuckleheads – Elburn IL

Parade Route:  Knuckleheads Tavern, Elburn IL.  Gathering point for parade route. Registration Available at 10:00am - Parade leaves at 12:30pm sharp.  Fully escorted!  Elburn PD, Kane County Sheriff Dept, Batavia PD & Kane County Emergency Scene Mgmt will be helping keep everyone safe.

Grand Marshall Governor Bruce Rauner and Pat Capone, 109.3 The Fox

Breakfast Spots:  

Mark's Second Street Tavern, Saint Charles IL  10:00am - 11:30am

Knuckleheads, Elburn:  10:00am – 12:30pm

or go directly to the Batavia VFW, register and stay.

Vendors: Many Vendors:  Tattoos/Piercings, Victory Leather, & More

Food Vendors:  BBQ, Gyros, Mexican, Popcorn, Italian, Hot Dogs/Brats & More!

Kenny Corn GEORGIENOS BBQ River House BBQ Doug BBQ Kenny Corn Darcy's Gyros & Sandwiches Elburn Lion's Club

Bike Show - with trophies, photos, chance for a $2,000 Custom Paint Job

Toy Run T-Shirt:   Limited Amount – get yours at the end point!

Door Prizes:  Donated from all over.  T-shirts, accessories, anything you can think of it will be there!

ABATE Products:  Get all your Freedom Fighter gear here!

Memberships/Renewals Will Be Taken At Event.  Protect Your Motorcycle Freedoms!  Be Part of the Solution Not the Problem!  Join ABATE!

Entertainment Sponsored by 

Fox River Harley Davidson/Windy City Group

Law Tigers

Hupy & Abraham

The Michael Allman Band (NATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST

The Nick Bell Band (alternative rock)

We Ain’t Right Band

 Knuckleheads Tavern, Elburn Soul Patch Monkey (Blues/Rock) sponsored by DeKalb Harley Davidson

Not For Profit Vendors:  Save A Vet (Police and Soldier Dogs), Sheridan Veterans Memorial (gun raffle), Special Olympics( bike raffle) Christian Motorcycle Association and Bikers for Christ (support), MRF, Mutual Ground Inc

Friends of the Run/Sponsors: 

·         Fox River Harley Davidson (stage and band)

·         Law Tigers (Stage and bands)

·         American Heritage Motorcycles (Stage & Bands)

·         Hupy & Abraham (Elburn & Batavia Site Sponsor)

·         Fox Valley Cycles, WildFire HD, HeritageHarley Davidson, DeKalb Harley Davidson,

·         EMS RoadDocs (Safety)

·         Chariots of God & Bikers for Christ (Jesus Sponsors)

·         Euclid Beverage (Door Prizes, and Signage Sponsors),

·         Knuckleheads Tavern (Parade Route sponsors)

·         DeKalb Harley Davidson, Parade Route Stage Sponsor

·         O'Donnell Crane (Flag and Crane).

·         FM0105.5 the KAT, 95.9 The River, Open Roads Radio, 103.9 The Fox (Radio Station Sponsors)

·         Clear Channel (Highway Electronic Sign Sponsors)

·         Batavia VFW (Site Sponsor)

·         Fox Valley Honda, Sponsor

·         Amy Nelson Homes (Keller Williams) Charity Truck Sponsor

·         Clingen Callow and McClean Law Offices, Psychotic Air, Diesels Repair – Bike Show Sponsor

·         Elburn PD, Batavia PD, Kane County Sheriff, Kane County Emergency Scene Management, Batavia Park District (Route safety and parking lots)

 Politicians:  Politicians and friends of motorcyclists have attended since the beginning.  Governors, Congressmen, Senators to Aldermen have attended to show the motorcyclists that are their voters support.

Volunteers:  159 volunteers from all over! In every possible area!

Site Coordinators:

Judy Kaenel-President

Wally Elliott-Event Coordinator

Chuck Nadr-Products

Stacy Tallus-Batavia Registration Coordinator

Matt O’Day-Road Guard/Route Coordinator

Tim Grenzia/Neal Banting- Parade Site Coordinator

Tina Hejnar/Tracey Jacobsen-Door Prizes

Tina Hejnar, Treasurer

Keith Dircks, Sound/Stage

Jacki/Kley Abel: Membership

Horsepower:Security

Bobby Wendell, Site Coordinator

Larry Genaro-Site Coordinator Assistant

Kelly Dillon: Parking

Phil Kraft/Mark Lindstrom-Building & Grounds Manager

Sally Arturi: Stage Manager

Hanna Hartman: Volunteer Coordinator

Amanda Reising: Product Vendors

Julie “Spoons” Lamp/Mike Hahn: Food Vendors

Jennifer Hantosh/Jen Telitz: Charities

Michael D’Aversa/Arlene Myers: Public Relations

Greg Smith/Paul Hejnar/Mike Henkes/Mark Daniels: Bike Show

Patti Smith: Politicians

Marcia: Batavia VFW Coordinator

Sara Elliott:  Santa Girls

Hanna Jacobsen-Junior DuKane Coordinator

 

No Biker Stands as Tall as When They Reach Down to Help a Child!

CONTACT INFO

Judy Kaenel, President

630-669-2588

Wally Elliott

Events Coordinator

630-247-2894