ON THE FOURTH OF JULY!

Family! Fireworks! Food! Holiday! Time off! Dad’s birthday! Red, White, and Blue! These are the things I will be thinking about on the fourth of July. Every year my family gets together to make this a time to remember and I know we will do the same this year. We see family we have not seen since last year and catch up on old times. We also talk about the loved ones that we have lost along the way. Paying a special tribute to them for a moment is something that is a must at family events. A tradition I hope will travel down to our children, and with that being said. Last but not least I want to wish my dad a Happy Birthday on July 4th!!

I hope everyone has the time of their life on this day and be safe. We often do not worry about the dynamics of having fireworks in our mist. We have to think about the safety of our loved ones and the people around us. So please be careful when you are celebrating the fourth of July this year. You can have a good time and keep safety in mind!

Let's Save Our Earth!

There are so many things that we can do to save our planet. If we all ban together the earth will last a lot longer than it is expected to last. If you do not know of any ways to save the planet I am going to list a few of them in this blog. The first thing you can do is change out your lights to fluorescent lights. This helps with pollution reduction. You can turn off your computer to save 40 watt hours a day. You save $14 a year by doing this.You save 40 gallons of water by not rinsing your dishes before putting them in the rinse cycle first. The last thing I am going to tell you you can do is recycle. At my place of employment they are big on recycling. They have containers for plastic, paper, and bottles. I think everyone should try this. It will help out the planet in the long run. Do you know of any ideas to save the planet. Please respond with ways for our readers to save the planet.

You Are Beautiful!

Todays teenagers have so much to deal with on a daily basis. They have to deal with peer pressure from friends and some adults. This does not effect all teenagers but the ones that have this burden on them do not know how special they are. You should not have to feel bad because of the way you look or dress. You do not have to let others pressure you into doing something bad. In my opinion, teens often feel the urge to fit in and do not think about what could happen if they make a misstep in life. We are put on this earth with so many different opinions, ideas, and personalities. This earth would be so boring if each of us were the same. I think if you are making a positive impact on your life and others then strive to be the best you can be. If you have any questions about the decisions you should make please seek the advice of the supervising adult in your life. Remember that we are all beautiful in our own way!

Just Home

Can our troops really get the chance to come home in 2012? We have lost so many people to this war that it is just plain heartbreaking. We have lost family and friends. I look back to when this all began and it hits a deep place in my heart. I can say that I do remember where I was on September 11, 2001. I was just coming home, ironic right? I had to attend my grandmothers funeral in Washington D.C. We pulled out on the 10th and got home on the 11th. As I walked into my mothers living room she was watching television. She said the twin towers have been hit. I could not believe this. I was in total shock! I left so many friends and family in DC. I felt the need to get in touch with them. I have family that works for the government and that are in the military, so I was terrified. Thank God they were all okay. Now I sit here ten years later and we are still at war. I pray every day that our troops come home. I still have family fighting for the rights of all that deserve and need it. So to Obama I say if you can bring our troops home, Thank You!!
We love and miss them!

Mardi Gras 2011 Family Reunion

Hey where are your beads!!! Every year my family has a family reunion with my mom in charge of all details. We decide on a theme each year. One year we did just the fourth of July color theme. The last year we had a Hawaiian luau. We had the kids standing at the door handing out lei to put on your neck. It was a real fun time. This year it is the theme of mardi gras. We have ordered mask to where and are cooking meals that remind you of "Fat Tuesday." We have a big mask that you can stand against and have your picture taken. The family will have the chance to participate in the family talent show. It is sure to be a real treat. Door prizes will be given away to some lucky winners! So if you are having a family activity I encourage a theme to get the young kids motivated and excited about the event. Now next year will be fun to decide on. If you have any ideas about what our family theme should be for next year send me ideas. The reunion is always on July 4th. So send in your ideas I would love to read them! Thanks!!

What's on Tania's Mind!!: Happy Father's Day

What's on Tania's Mind!!: Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day

Father's day!! This day means a lot to me. This is a day when you get to celebrate what the man in your life has done for you. You get to celebrate them being there for you in only the way a father could be. Whether they are your birth father, stepfather, or adopted father they are still your father. If your father is gone there is no reason you can not celebrate the good times you once shared. Celebrate their life with others you will see that this will make you feel closer to them. So I say to all the men in my life and the fathers of the world "Happy Father's Day!"

Thankful!!

There are so many things I am thankful in my life. I am going to list five things I think really matter in my life. If you are thankful for something in your life, I challenge you to post your special list to my site.

Five Things That I am Thankful for:

1. God
2. Life
3. Family
4. Health
5. Home Life

School Bullies!

Today I want to talk about something serious, school bullies.I have always hated school bullies. My heart goes out to all kids that have been bullied because they can't afford the newest clothes, homes, or car. Why must we belittle people? Children are being pushed to killing themselves or others. No one should have to die. I know this kid who said a child had posted on a social networking site that she planned to kill the kids who have bullied her. They informed their teachers, and it is alleged that they just laughed and said "Nothing is gonna happen." Why take that chance? Please children get counseling if you are thinking of hurting yourselves or others. You are more special than you realize. I pray that this child takes a look at herself and decides it's not worth it. 

New Day!

It is a new day for me. I have started school at Lincoln College Online. I am getting my bachelors degree in Business Management. I feel like my life is getting better. I was laid off from my job of 11 years and decided to attend school. I got my diploma in Business Administration in December of 2010. I am ready for this new challenge. I want to start my own business. I believe this can happen when I finish school in three years. I want to know what you think about parents that go back to school and try to make a difference.

Listen Ladies!!!

Ladies you do not have to wear highlighter clothes to look beautiful. Some of the most beautiful people in the world are natural looking. I see people with their hair every color of the rainbow and it's crazy! I have seen the American flag colors, people's favorite sports team, and their favorite colors. Please let the hot pink, neon green, and high yellow colors go! You will find that the opposite gender will look at you more and you will get more opportunities. This is just something you need to think about!

Fire!!

It has been very smoky in south Georgia. Wildfires have been burning. I can see the smoke in the air. I am hoping and praying that the fire does not hit my town, but it is so close you never know. I think about the people in the cities that have experienced this fire and hope the were able to salvage some of their memories but more importantly their lives. In one moment it can all be taken away from you. That picture you took on a lazy afternoon, that gift that was made for you by your six year old daughter that is now 26, and that one scratch on the screen door that was made by a loved one that is no longer with you. Please keep everyone in Georgia in your prayers!.

Dog Love!!

I have nothing against having pets. My daughter has had a dog and rabbit before I  had to realize she was allergic to dogs and cats. I see people on the internet, television, on the street and in pictures kissing dogs! Why? They drink out of the toilet. I don't care what science says about their mouth being cleaner than a human, I wont kiss them. They lick their you know what, eat garbage and who knows what else! Come on people think. Tell me what's on your mind about this issue!

10,000 Japan

I just had to sit back and think when I saw this on the Internet today. Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends are gone. These were people that thought they had their whole lives to live. I urge you to give to them if you can afford it. It wont replace family and friends that are gone but it is a step in the right direction to rebuild their lives. What do you think? I want to know.

Japan, I Pray.

I hate what has happened to Japan. I pray for all of the families involved. We as the world not as a nation or diverse country should ban together to rebuild the lives of all the people that are in need. I hope they can get their lives together after this and remember the people that they have lost and celebrate their lives and legacy. My prayers are with you Japan.

Coming Home

I think this is a good show. Just to see the kids faces when their parents come home from Iraq is breath taking. I felt so happy for them. I was glad they were reunited! I hope to see more of these shows. I saw older people greeting family members too! It has made a big impact in my opinion on all families that watch it!