tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:48:23 +0000AlaskaNew Yorkblusheye linereye shadoweyebrow pencilfoundationjacketlipstickschoolAngonquinBetty CrockerChristmasColoradoDugwayGeneral MillsGold Medal FlourHersheyIndianMetropolitan OperaMinneapolisNBCPennsylvaniaSewardUtahWasillaabusealonebagsbeltsblog postsbroadcastbrownbudgetcandiescandycanoecaramelchocolatechokersclothingcocoacomedycomplexioncook bookscookingcoppercosmeticscreamcrepedaily clicksdecordepressiondesertdiamondearringsebonyeducationeducatoremptinessface shapefatiguefuneralgoldengoreshairstyleshangerhatsheartheart attackhomeworkhuskyhypnoticinactivityisolationjewelrylizardlongmakemakeupmakupmascaramonthsoliveornamentsovaloverweightpaid to clickpantspay outpaypalpeplumspinkplasticplaygroundprincess styleprintspuppiesradiorafflereadingrecessroundsadsatinsavescarfshoesskiingskin tonesskirtssquarestoutstressstudentstantelevisiontriangulartuxedoweekswhitewirewolfworthlessnesswreathzazzlePet peeves, helpful hints, discoveries, observations, laughter and tears - life and living. ---------- ARCHIVED ARTICLES: Living With Depression - Young Students and Stress - Toxic People - Wardrobe Hints for the Stouter Figure - Makeup Techniques for Different Face Shapes - Choosing the Right Makeup - In Memory of Our Husky Wolf - The Origins of Betty Crocker - The Comedy of the Wayward Lizard - History of the Tuxedohttp://psumpter.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)Blogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-2364878908018889107Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:56:00 +00002009-08-14T23:09:36.602-06:00Alaskablog postsfuneralheart attackhypnoticmonthsweekszazzleWhen I began this blog, I had every intention of updating and adding new content fairly regularly. I must apologize to what few readers there might be, or have been, but as many bloggers do, I became discouraged all too easily. Besides difficulty in building interest and traffic to my mundane little posts, I found it was hard to find things to 'talk' about as my life had been pretty - well - http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2009/08/endings-and-beginnings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-1458258517728118376Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:10:00 +00002008-12-16T13:32:03.538-07:00bagsbudgetcandiesChristmasdecorhangermakeornamentsplasticsavewirewreathWith the crunch of Christmas snow and that of the Christmas budget, it's sometimes good to know ways of decorating less expensively for the holidays. Wreaths look so festive on doors and in windows, but can sometimes cost dearly. This article is a simple 'how to' that will save dollars and yet allow you to add holiday cheer to your home. All you will need is a wire coat hanger and a box of http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/12/how-to-make-inexpensive-christmas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-6048392717926932054Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:39:00 +00002008-02-01T12:36:07.965-07:00candycaramelchocolatecocoaColoradoHersheyNew YorkPennsylvaniaschoolDid you know that Milton Hershey, the man responsible for bringing chocolate manufacturing to the United States, only completed fourth grade? In keeping with February when thoughts turn to Valentines Day, a time when many heart shaped boxes of chocolates will be exchanged, it seems an appropriate time of year to acknowledge him and his achievements.Milton Hershey was born on a 350 acre farm near http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/02/milton-hershey.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-2089298182073737879Fri, 25 Jan 2008 21:16:00 +00002008-01-29T13:55:49.258-07:00daily clickspaid to clickpay outpaypalraffleLike many others these days, I was searching for a way to earn a few extra dollars on the Internet and found a referral for Daily Clicks at a web site, it being touted as one of the top paid to click sites among a list of others. Not stopping there, I researched further and found more good claims about it. I then visited Daily Clicks and saw a long list of ads for their members so I joined, as http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/paid-to-click-experience-unfortunate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-4257532282270441422Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:06:00 +00002008-01-18T15:40:12.157-07:00AngonquinIndianjacketMetropolitan OperaNew YorktuxedoDid you know the Algonquin Indians played a part in the tuxedo? Read on to learn about this important part of men's fashion!The modern tuxedo may very well be attributed to Pierre Lorillard IV, who's fortune was derived from the tobacco industry in the 19th century. He lived in an upper class community called Tuxedo Park, 40 miles northwest of New York City, which was located on land first http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/did-you-know-algonquin-indians-played.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-7490571901700423916Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:25:00 +00002008-01-11T14:53:58.713-07:00comedydesertDugwaylizardUtahThere is one afternoon I will never forget for as long as I live, and that was while my husband was stationed at Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah back in the 1970's. We lived in Fries Trailer Park on the army installation, and had become good friends with our neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Yei, who lived next door.This particular afternoon, my husband and I were standing beside our old, red, 1957 Chevy Pickhttp://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/comedy-of-wayward-lizard.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-8028558203747195319Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:26:00 +00002008-01-04T17:28:09.591-07:00What is a toxic person? Unfortunately, they may be all around you, or even worse, you may be one. Toxic people consistently drag others down, making people feel worse about themselves for apparently no other reason than the satisfaction of doing so, and they may be overly needy, not caring about anyone other than themselves. The first question to ask yourself is - do I make others feel better or http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/toxic-people.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-965678691037745769Thu, 03 Jan 2008 19:32:00 +00002008-01-03T13:10:49.742-07:00beltschokersclothingcrepeearringsgoreshairstyleshatsjacketjewelryoverweightpantspeplumsprincess styleprintssatinscarfshoesskirtsstout Is your figure a little on the stout side? If so, here are a few hints to help you choose the right styles and colors of clothing and jewlry to enhance your appearance!Color and fabric texture are two of the key issues when considering dressing according to your body's size and shape. As a general rule, light and bright colors make one look larger, while dark ones diminish the appearance of sizehttp://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/wardrobe-hints-for-stouter-figure.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-8129772432747075032Wed, 02 Jan 2008 18:23:00 +00002008-01-02T11:47:03.941-07:00blushdiamondeye linereye shadoweyebrow pencilface shapefoundationheartlipsticklongmakupovalroundskin tonessquaretriangular In reality, each person has her own individual needs in the way of makeup. Not only do we differ in skin tones making proper color choices a concern, but faces vary in shape as well, from oval, to square, to round. This article provides tips on applying makeup to enhance each shape. Keep in mind that light and bright colors tend to make things more pronounced, while darker and subdued colors http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/makeup-techniques-for-different-face.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-1339449749137742188Tue, 01 Jan 2008 23:16:00 +00002008-01-01T16:54:34.625-07:00blushbrowncomplexioncoppercosmeticscreamebonyeye linereye shadoweyebrow pencilfoundationgoldenlipstickmakeupmascaraolivepinktanwhiteLadies, have you wondered what color makeup is right for the color of your complexion? Hints are listed below!It is important to select the proper cosmetic colors to help enhance your natural beauty. To do this, one must determine their natural skin tone and use color accordingly. Be sure to examine your skin in natural light to achieve an accurate assessment. Below, is a list of skin tones, http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2008/01/choosing-right-makeup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-5554244742515195870Mon, 31 Dec 2007 23:09:00 +00002008-01-04T01:25:55.512-07:00AlaskacanoehuskypuppiesSewardskiingWasillawolfOne cold, dark evening as my husband, David, three children, and I entered a parking lot in Wasilla, Alaska, we saw a man with a box of puppies. It was obvious he was looking for people to adopt them, and my husband and I knew we were silly to even go look since we had a soft heart for animals. But silly or not, we couldn't resist.As we peered into the big carton, the man explained that he hated http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2007/12/in-memory-of-our-husky-wolf.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-5684639869516110196Sun, 30 Dec 2007 22:47:00 +00002008-01-04T01:35:09.822-07:00Betty Crockerbroadcastcook bookscookingGeneral MillsGold Medal FlourMinneapolisNBCradiotelevisionHave you ever wondered who Betty Crocker, a well known name in kitchens across the nation, really is? Have you noticed her portrait has changed over the years? If so, you may find today's post on "Life And Living" very interesting!Betty Crocker was created in the year 1921 by the Washburn Crosby Company of Minneapolis after a promotion for Gold Medal Flour, when they began receiving thousands of http://psumpter.blogspot.com/2007/12/origins-of-betty-crocker.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-1581797783186698608Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:32:00 +00002007-12-29T17:38:38.875-07:00educationeducatorfatiguehomeworkplaygroundreadingrecessschoolstressstudentsAs a youngster, I remember being anxious to begin first grade. I hadn't had benefit of kindergarten, so at six years old, school was a new, exciting experience for me. I eagerly walked the mile and a half to class, and the mile and a half home to tell my mother what went on that day. After my teacher, Mrs. Barret, said she was going to show us how to read, I could hardly wait to learn, though I'dhttp://psumpter.blogspot.com/2007/12/young-students-and-stress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4625438267301713486.post-1377381905303516010Fri, 28 Dec 2007 04:57:00 +00002007-12-27T23:06:24.141-07:00abusealonedepressionemptinessinactivityisolationsadworthlessnessThe purpose of this writing is to help others better understand depression. Though this is difficult for me, since I must practically bare my soul to give a personal accounting of what depression is like, I will do so with the hope the reader will be less judgmental and deprecating of those struggling with it. For those who aren't in the know, their harsh words and careless actions could possiblyhttp://psumpter.blogspot.com/2007/12/living-with-depression.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Pat Sumpter)0