The White Cane Bulletin January - February 2003
FCB OFFICERS, 2002 - 2004
President:
Robert Miller
2201 Limerick Dr.
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 906-9821
E-mail:
easytalk@earthlink.net
First Vice President:
Jesus Garcia
5955 W. 16th Lane
Hialeah, FL. 33012
(305) 471-0441 EXT (444)
Email:
JesusGar@bellsouth.net
Second Vice President:
Dan Spoone
3924 Lake Mirage Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 678-4163
E-mail:
dan.spoone@seimens.com
Treasurer:
Patti Davis
528 Orange Drive Unit 11
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 767-8616
E-mail:
PattiAnne@cfl.rr.com
Membership Secretary:
Linda Jacobson
2815 Circle Ridge Dr.
Orange Park, FL 32065
(9604) 272-8405
E-mail:
Jacobsli@concentric.net
Recording Secretary:
Sharon Youngs
237 Maple Avenue
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 937-8631
E-mail:
sky11@tampabay.rr.com
Immediate Past President:
Carl McCoy
180-B S.E. Villas Ct.
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 553-9490
E-mail:
cmcoy@earthlink.net
Editors of White Cane Bulletin:
Bill and Bobbie Probst
11721 Dunes Way Dr., N.
Jacksonville, FL 32225-1888
(904) 641-0709
FAX (904) 998-9012
E-Mail:
wantom_1@juno.com
Articles published in The White Cane Bulletin are in compliance with
Public Law No. 104197, Copyright Law Amendment of 1996. This law allows
authorized entities to distribute copies of previously published
non-dramatic literary works in specialized formats, including Braille,
audio or digital text that are exclusively for use by Blind people or
those with disabilities. Any further distributing of such articles in
another than a specialized format is an infringement of copyright.
Editors Note: Our AOL service has not been serviceable for the last few
weeks, our new temporary address at Juno is:
wantom_1@juno.com
If you have emailed us recently please send a duplicate. We do not seem to be
able to keep a viable AOL account. We apologize for any unanswered emails.
And will be looking to change our email address again, hopefully soon.
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PRESIDENTS MESSAGE - Robert Miller, President
I hope all of you enjoyed your holidays. This is a busy time of year for
FCB and I would like to begin by recognizing and thanking Linda Jacobson
for her hard work and perseverance. Linda initiated a Member ship drive
through The Talking Book Library and so far FCB has gained over 300 new
members. After "the dust clears," We will be working with the membership
list to organize new chapters and to acquaint new members with chapters
in their area.
Our winter board meeting was very productive. I was excited to hear some
of the ideas that came out of the committee meetings. The Publications
Committee is working to design a new FCB brochure and will also create a
special flyer to celebrate FCB's 50th birthday. So, our state convention
will be one big Happy Birthday Party for FCB! The committee plans to
mail the flyer to Lions clubs and other agencies serving the visually
impaired community as well. We will also begin producing the White Cane
Bulletin in-house, hopefully starting with the next issue. This is
necessary to cut down on printing costs. FCB is no different than other
organizations that have had a decline in revenue since 911 and the
decline in the stock market. I would urge all of you who have e-mail
accounts to please contact Linda Jacobson and change your format of
choice for the White Cane Bulletin to electronic mail as opposed to hard
copy. This will reduce FCB's cost of producing The White Cane Bulletin
and you will receive your copy sooner.
Craig Kiser, the director of DBS has applied for a position in the
governor's office, but as of this writing has not yet been selected. I
will be monitoring this situation and keep you all informed if there is
any change. If Craig is chosen we will certainly get involved in the
process of selecting a new director.
About a year ago, FCB entered into a lawsuit with California Council of
the Blind against Washington Mutual Bank. The suit was similar to the
one against Bank of America in regards to talking ATMs. Well, this one
was a little different in the fact that along with being required to
install talking ATMs, there was also a cash settlement in which FCB
received a little over $8,000.00.
Since I can't think of a better note to end this message on, all of you
take care, stay well and keep warm.
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IN MEMORIUM
Remembering a friend, mentor and advocate.
Claude Seale of Tallahassee, Florida is remembered for his many years of
service to the blind community as teacher, counselor and administrator.
Professionally the last few years of his life were spent as a consultant.
Spanning many years, his dedication and determination were always present
as he sought to improve the quality of life for blind persons.
We celebrate his many contributions, Claude was a long time member of F.C.B. Tallahassee chapter. A memorial
service was held on Nov. 9th in Tallahassee. And we honor him as he
closes one door and opens another on his journey of life.
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FIRST NEW FLASH - JUNE KINARD - JACKSONVILLE
PRAYERS REQUESTED -
At this time we are sad to report that June is in St. Vincent's Hospital
in Jacksonville under life support. She has been the backbone of the
Jacksonville Chapter and loved by everyone, and all prayers will be
appreciated.
SECOND NEWS FLASH - JUNE KINARD
Prayers Do Help - We are now happy to report that June Kinard, is in a
private room, up and sounding very good and happy to be walking and
talking. She is still in St. Vincent's but expects to be home soon. If
you would like to call June at home soon - her number is: 904-389-3266.
THIRD NEWS FLASH -
June is now in a skilled nursing facility recuperating and sounding
great. You can leave a message for her at Parkridge Nursing Home, 904
358-6711.
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NEWS FLASH - BOBBIE PROBST
After breaking her hip in November and having the third stroke in July,
and a medical poisoning after the first stroke, Bobbie Probst is out of
Brooks Rehab Hospital in Jacksonville and is now home. We are happy to
say she is getting stronger and meaner everyday, back to her unusual
self, and back on the phone speaking to people for Project Insight. She
can be reached at 904-641-0709.
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NEED HELP WITH NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS?
By Benjamin Franklin
Still thinking about making some late New Years Resolutions? If you
haven't thought about it, Benjamin Franklin, one of the most respected
founding father's of our country, will lend a helping hand from his
autobiography. He reflected on his character and picked out 13 virtues
in which he felt he needed to change his habits to become perfect. These
along with his explanations are:
1. Temperance: Eat not to dullness, drink not to elevation.
2. Silence: Speak not, but what may benefit others or yourself, avoid
trifling conversations.
3. Order: Let all things have their places, let each part of your
business have its time.
4. Resolution: Resolve to perform what you ought; perform without fail
what you resolve.
5. Frugality: Make no expense, but to do good to others or yourself,
ie., waste nothing.
6. Industry: Lose no time; be always employed in something useful; cut
off all unnecessary action.
7. Sincerity: Use no hurtful deceit; think innocently and justly; and
if you speak, speak accordingly.
8. Justice: Wrong none by doing injustice, or omitting the benefits that
are your duty.
9. Moderation: Avoid extremes; do not resent injuries done to you, or
at least limit them to what they deserve.
10. Cleanliness: Tolerate no uncleanliness in body, clothes or
habitation.
11. Tranquility: Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or
unavoidable.
12. Chastity: (Did not elaborate.)
13. Humility: Imitate Jesus and Socrates.
If you have resolutions you would like to share, write in and we will add
them to Ben's in the next issue. Editors resolution for you: BE HAPPY,
lighten up, have some fun and keep it simple.
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MEMBERSHIP - by Linda Jacobson
I am so excited to report that through the Talking Book Library mailing Florida Council of the Blind has gotten about 300 new members. The
Talking Book Library was willing to mail a flyer to all of their visually
impaired patrons inviting them to join FCB. This mailing went out at the
beginning of December. I'm sure I speak for all of our current members in
welcoming these
new members.
I would also like to encourage all of the chapters to be sure to mail
their membership rosters to me no later than January 15, 2003.
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FEEL GOOD - Submitted by: Linda Lynch
Think about them one at a time BEFORE going on to the next one .........
IT DOES MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD specially the thought at the end.
1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.
3. A hot shower.
4. No lines at the supermarket
5. A special glance.
6. Getting mail.
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.
11. Finding the sweater you want is on sale for half price.
12. Chocolate milkshake (or vanilla) (or strawberry)
13. A long distance phone call.
14. A bubble bath.
15. Giggling.
16. A good conversation.
17. The beach
18. Finding a 20 dollar bill in your coat from last winter.
19. Laughing at yourself.
20. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
21. Running through sprinklers.
22. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
23. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful.
24. Laughing at an inside joke.
25. Friends.
26. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
27. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
28. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).
29. Making new friends or spending time with old ones.
30. Playing with a new puppy.
31. Having someone play with your hair.
32. Sweet dreams.
33. Hot chocolate.
34. Road trips with friends.
35. Swinging on swings.
36. Wrapping presents under the Christmas tree while eating cookies and
drinking your favorite tippler.
37. Song lyrics printed inside your new CD so you can sing along without
feeling stupid.
38. Going to a really good concert.
39. Making eye contact with a cute stranger
40. Winning a really competitive game.
41. Making chocolate chip cookies.
42. Having your friends send you home-made cookies.
43. Spending time with close friends.
44. Seeing smiles and hearing laughter from your friends.
45. Holding hands with someone you care about.
46. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or
bad) never change.
47. Riding the best roller coasters over and over.
48. Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much-desired
present from you.
49. Watching the sunrise.
50. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another
beautiful day.
PASS ON THESE NATURAL HIGHS
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A Timely Reprint from a previous WCB: TULSA ACB CONVENTION SPEAKER: Richard Ruffalo
It is great to be here at ACB (American Council of The Blind).
To me, ACB means access because they are making the world around us
accessible. They help us to communicate among ourselves and to those
around us. They help us become beneficiaries of the hard work that we, as
a group of human beings, need on our behalf to get out the message that
disabilities are only a state of mind. ACB should be precious to us, and
should be preserved in our hearts and minds and soul. We need reasons
much larger than ourselves to be true champions of the human spirit.
In 1980 I walked into my principals office, could no longer see the kids
faces anymore, couldn't read the papers anymore and said the four letter
curse word that I told my athletes and students never to say - "can't" -
but I said it, Rich Rufallo quitter. I cried and told my principal I had
to quit and handed him the letter. He handed it back. I thought he
didn't understand me so I repeated myself through the tears. He said
Rich why do you have to quit. I said I cant see the kids faces anymore I
can't see the smiles I just can't do it. Well Rich - what do you need?
I had never thought about it. I guess I need someone to mark the papers
and read the papers and correct the homework and fill out a report. He
said well okay you've got it, now get out of here. I stumbled out of his
office as he told me - Rich if there is anything you need come back and
see me. I was so full of emotion that someone believed in me when I
didn't believe in myself.
Sugar Ray Robinson, the great boxer once said that a champion is a person
who believes in himself when no one else does. Well I was no champion,
and now I understand the old football expression, winners never quit,
quitters never win. Mr. Whiley said don't thank me. Someday in your
life when a person comes up to you that needs a hand and a little help -
you help them - that is the only thanks I need.
I plan on helping people 10,000 fold.
My subliminal message to my students is, if I can do it with my eyes
closed, they certainly can do it with their eyes open. And as a teacher
I'm not in this for the income but for the outcome.
In 1985, four years after I quit, I was given the honor of Princeton's
secondary teacher of the year award for New Jersey, and I felt humbled
beyond measure as I do here today. Ten years later I received the
Disney's American Teachers award on national T.V. and later received the
Disney and Mac Donald Corps outstanding coach and later outstanding
teacher of the year awards, and was inducted into the national teachers
Hall of Fame in 1994. It was amazing, because here I was a quitter,
giving proof to all of you in the audience, as well as to myself, that
the human body is simply a container, and that the spirit inside is
undoubtable, limitless and boundless in its potential. There are many
champions in this room that are just waiting to jump out, and I'm excited
to be amongst so many champions, for the cause of humanity, not just
blindness, we are people first. We are champs in my book. If you think
of the word champ, C means confidence, and confidence breeds confidence,
and success breeds confidence. We have a tougher road than most people,
but if life was easy, it would be boring.
The road to success is paved with failures, I'm living testimony to that,
but the good news is the road to success is always under construction.
I have been blessed and humbled because when I went blind I cried and
asked why, now I say "why not". There are people here in this audience
who can make a difference in peoples lives. They can show people in our
family that when life has difficult obstacles, it never ends, but detours
to new and brighter beginnings. My agony, my blindness, is in a strange
sense, my ecstasy because I can share the message with the world that
there is hope after adversity. There is no doubt about it, I am sitting
in front of so many champions today.
The important medals I found out since, are the ones that will last
forever, are the invisible ones we get when we help our fellow human
beings. Everybody in this room has an invisible gold medal because you
are a champion for the cause of humanity by being here today. People ask
me Rich how does it feel to be a world champion. It feels great to be a
champion. The thrill lasts about 35 seconds after the ceremony. It's
not how far you throw your Javelins in life, it is what you do with them
after they land. I want to be remembered as one who shared his journey
with others, so that they too can feel, Hey if he can do it so can I. I
am going to clue you in about my success as a teacher the last seven
years. As I've gotten blinder, I have become a better teacher. The
reason - I have a bigger reason - I don't have a job, I have a mission to
accomplish.
In 1984 I went to St. Louis for my first competition, for the National
Championship for the Blind. I was angry. I went for three reasons, me,
myself, and I, three lousy reasons. I went out that day and told myself
I want the world record in my first meet as a blind man. I felt I was
the only person who had something strike him that was tragic in his life.
I didn't pay any attention to the 650 blind people around me. I ran
down the runway on my first throw, angrily and it flew, and it felt
great, until I heard the official say "foul". My first two throws were
fouls.
I was throwing a tantrum behind the Javelin throwers runway. I had a
violent temper in those days, and a woman came up to me and said, Mr.
Ruffalo, I'd like to speak with you. Well this isn't a good time. She
said I brought some children with me from the St. Louis School for The
Blind, and they would like to see you. I knelt down and they touched my
hand and then they touched my arms, and without using their hands they
touched my heart forever. My anger melted away and now I know my
blindness, why I am. Now I say "why not". My eyes have closed to open
up thousands of others, that the accomplishments locked up inside of each
one of us are barely scratched. I walked out on my final throw and I
asked God for the strength to do this for the children who had never
seen. For anyone in the world who thinks they can't accomplish
something.
On the next throw I broke the world record by forty feet. As that
javelin went into the ground it killed my angry heart forever. Now I
realize that I am here for everybody else but me. Your here for everyone
else but you. Some of us will have tragedy strike but we will all
rejoice again in final victory for eternity, and there is no infirmity in
eternity. Thank you and God speed in your journey.
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LOW COST COMPUTERS By Doug Hall
Update
Do you wish you had a computer, but can't afford the cost? Do you want a
machine that will enable you to write letters, keep records, send e-mail
or serf the internet? Now here's your chance! Refurbished pentium
computers are available, for a minimum cost, to interested persons who
have disabilities. The computers come with Windows and several other
programs, including a demo copy of a speech screen reader. A tutorial
containing five audio cassettes, introduces the listener to Microsoft
Windows, E-mail, surfing the net and other activities.
For more information, contact Robert Langford at the Texas Center for the
Physically Impaired
11330 Quail Run
Dallas, TX 75238
Mr. Langford's telephone number is (214) 340-6328 - Leave name and phone number and he
will call you back.
Editors Note: We have one of these computers, as a back-up, which has
worked for the last year or so and includes speakers, modem, sound card,
C.D. player, zoom power, and a demo copy of window eyes. The current cost
is $100, and it is mailed to you. Delivery depends on how many are on
order at the time. Robert Langford stated that in the last 12 months they
have provided 450 computers around the country, and altogether they have
shipped out 840 computers. Funding is provided by various sources as the
cost is much greater than $100 to provide this valuable service.
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Subject: Random Thoughts
1. You read about all these terrorists. Most of them came here legally,
but they hung around on expired visas, some for as long as 10-15 years.
Now, compare that to Blockbuster Video--you're 2 days late and people are
all over you. Let's put Blockbuster in charge of immigration.
2. I read recipes the same way I read science fiction. I get to the end
and think, "Well, that's not going to happen".
3. Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying
of nothing.
4. The other night I ate at a really nice family restaurant. Every table
had an argument going.
5. Doctors can be frustrating. You wait 6 weeks for an appointment and he
says, "I wish you'd have come to me sooner."
6. You know when you're sitting on a chair and you lean back so you're
just on two legs, then you lean too far and you almost fall over but at
the last second you catch yourself? I feel like that all the time.
7. According to a recent survey, men say that the first thing they notice
about a woman are her eyes. And women say that the first thing they
notice about men is that they're a bunch of liars.
8. Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.
9. All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention
to criticism.
10. Why does a slight tax increase cost you $200.00 and a substantial tax
cut save you thirty cents?
11. I'm not 40-something. I'm $39.95, plus shipping and handling.
12. In the 60's people took acid to make the world weird. Now the world
IS weird and people take Prozac to make it seem normal.
13. Politics is supposed to be the second oldest profession. I have come
to realize that it bears a very close resemblance to the first.
14. There's a theory that states that if anyone discovers exactly what
the Universe is for and why it's here; it will instantly disappear and be
replaced by something even more bizarre and inexplicable. There's another
theory that states that this has already happened.
15. How is it that one careless match can start a forest fire, but it
takes a whole box to start a campfire?
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AWARDS CRITERIA
It is time to honor those who have shown outstanding efforts
in the past year. Please look at those in your community and
take time to nominate them for one of the following FCB awards.
by Linda Jacobson
An award is a recognition of excellence, which the
recipient ought to be able to treasure. It is better not to give
an award than to give it to someone who does not embody the
spirit of the award. Since the standard of excellence is so high
each award may not necessarily be given every year.
Each award consists of a plaque, with the exception of the
Chapter award (refer to chapter award criteria), which will be
presented during the Awards Ceremony held at Florida Council of
the Blind's Annual Convention.
All awards will cover the period from January 1st through
December 31st of the year prior to the one in which it is being
presented. Family members of persons serving on the Awards
committee are not eligible for a state award during the
committee member's tenure.
An individual is eligible to receive each of the following
state awards once:
R. Henry P. Johnson
Dolly Gamble
W. A. Ouzts
Cooke Chapter President's Award
Each award nomination must be presented in one of the
following formats:
* Taped on a standard 2 track cassette at 1 and 7/8 speed and no
longer than 5 minutes;
* Typed double-spaced (or single spaced if at least 16 point or
larger) and no longer than 2 pages;
* Brailled no longer than 5 pages.
* by E-mail
Each nomination (with the exception of the Chapter Award)
must contain the following:
* Name of the award;
* Name of the nominee (spelled as you wish it to appear on the
plaque);
* Name of group/person(s) making the nomination;
* Reason the nomination meets the criteria of the award.
Nominations are to be mailed or E-mailed to the Florida
Council of the Blind's Awards Committee Chairperson no later
than February 1st to:
Linda Jacobson
2915 Circle Ridge Drive
Orange Park, 32065
(904) 272-8405
E-mail:
jacobsli@bellsouth.net
R. HENRY P. JOHNSON AWARD
The person that this award was named after trained as a
lawyer. He had very little formal training when it was necessary
for him to adjust to substantial visual impairment.
Nevertheless, he remained active in his community and constantly
sought to extend the boundaries of activities that he and other
blind persons could become involved in.
CRITERIA
The R. Henry P. Johnson Award will be presented to a
legally blind person who has, through his work and through
service to his community, demonstrated the kind of pioneering
spirit and exemplary adjustment that Mr. Johnson demonstrated.
Individuals who are likely to be considered for this award must
succeed far beyond the average visually impaired person.
DOLLY GAMBLE AWARD
This award was named for a lady who, by her actions and
example, was able to establish a climate in which the Miami
Lighthouse could be started. Throughout her adult life, Ms.
Gamble worked tirelessly to promote the betterment of blind
people in her community, state, and the nation.
CRITERIA
The recipient of the Dolly Gamble Award must have
demonstrated a commitment to and success with the extension of
services for the blind and visually impaired people of this
state. The recipient may be blind or sighted, but should, in
general, represent a high level of expertise and commitment to
serving blind individuals.
W. A. OUZTS AWARD
William Alfred Ouzts, known as WA, was a member of FCB from
1971 until the time of his death in 1992. He held state office
for 20 of those years, including 12 as Treasurer and 4 years as
President. For many years he had the White Cane Bulletin
printed, prepared and mailed. Whatever his official status, WA
was always quietly working and networking with other members
behind the scenes. Officer, consultant, advisor, supporter, author -
whatever his role, W.A. never sought recognition for his accomplishments.
Criteria: While no one could replace W.A., a recipient of the award
honoring him must display many of the superb qualities exhibited by him,
including dedication to FCB, responsibility and effectiveness. The
individual chosen must have taken a leadership role in numerous FCB
projects and actively participated in the organization for a minimum of
ten years. This award would only be given to an outstanding FCB member,
one whom we would all wish to emulate.
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HOW TO STAY YOUNG AND HAPPY!
(SMILE A WHILE)
Throw out all the nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and
height. Let the doctor worry about them -- that is why you pay him.
Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. If you really
need a grouch, there are probably a few of your relatives to do the job.
Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening,
whatever.
Just never let your brain idle.
Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. Laugh so
much
that you can be tracked in the store by your distinctive laughter.
The tears happen. Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person who is
with
you your entire life is yourself.
Surround yourself with what you love, whether it is family, pets,
keepsakes,
music, plants, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge.
Cherish your health. If it is good -- preserve it. If it is
unstable --improve it. If it is beyond what you can improve -- get help.
Don't take guilt trips. Go to the mall, the next county, a foreign
country ... but not to guilt.
Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.
And remember that Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take
...
but by the moments that take our breath away!
I LOVE YOU.
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YES WE HAVE BANANAS
Reprint from: AARP Bulletin
Eat more bananas, oranges, fish, yogurt and other potassium rich foods -
and you may cut your risk for stroke.
Researcher Deborah Green, M. D. of the Queens Medical Center of the
University of Hawaii found in an eight-year study of 5,600 men and women over 65 that those with low potassium levels had an increased risk of
stroke. The risk was even higher for those with low potassium levels who
were using diuretics for heat disease and high blood pressure.
For participants who use diuretics and have an irregular heart beat and
low potassium, level the risk of stroke was 10 times as high as diuretics
users with a normal heart beat, according to the study published in the
Aug, Neurology. Green stressed the importance of using diuretics and
getting sufficient potassium.
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SMILE - Unknown Author
Smiling is infectious,
you catch it like the flu,
When someone smiled at me today,
I started smiling too.
I walked around the corner and someone saw my grin
When he smiled I realized I'd passed it on to him .
I thought about that smile, then I realized its worth,
A single smile, just like mine,
could travel round the earth.
So, if you feel a smile begin, don't leave it undetected
Let's start an epidemic quick, and get the world infected!
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HAVE THOSE WINTER BLUES - TAKE A CRUISE
CALL OUTTA SIGHT TRAVEL - 1-800-347-7127 OR 1-772-336-8747
GARY, AND JACKIE METZLER AND DOC ARE STANDING BY TO HELP PLAN A FUN
CRUISE AND CHASE AWAY THOSE WINTER BLUES, THEY ARE EXPERTS AND WILL HELP
MAKE A PLEASUREABLE VACATION FOR YOU.
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GOODIES FROM MEMBERS' KITCHENS
Chocolate Cheerio Bars, By Jean Knutsen
1/2 c white corn syrup
1 6-ox pkg semi-sweet chocolate pieces
1 tsp vanilla
4 cps Cheerio cereal
Butter a square 9X9 pan. In a sauce pan, heat syrup to boiling point.
Remove from heat and add chocolate pieces and vanilla, stirring until
chocolate pieces are melted. Add cereal and stir until well coated.
Spread the mixture in the buttered pan, spreading with the back of a
buttered spoon. Cool one hour then cut into squares. Makes about 3
dozen.
*** If it wasn't for the last minute, nothing would get done. ***
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