Go mobile on big banks

Hi - SEIU is launching a new mobile alert system that sends updates about the campaign to reign in big banks right to your mobile device. I just signed up to get alerts when there's an event in my community or an opportunity to take action against Wall Street greed. It's fast and easy. You can do it, too; text 'BANKS' to 787-753 or sign-up here: http://action.seiu.org/page/s/bankstxts Thanks!

Here's a million dollars

Hi - Quick - we need to spend $150,000,000,000.00. That's how much Wall Street bankers are expected to give themselves in bonus and pay for 2009 alone. I think there's a better use for that money. Click here to help decide how to use it: http://seiu.org/bigbanks Taxpayers are getting the opportunity to take back the bankers' money, $1 million at a time, and tell them how it should be spent. Click here to get your $1,000,000.00: http://seiu.org/bigbanks The big banks crashed our economy. They left thousands of Americans without homes, without jobs, and without certainty for their families' future. We gave them giant bailouts to fix what they broke; but, instead, they're using that money to get themselves even richer. Let's show them all the different ways that $150 billion could be used to repair our broken economy. Click here to grab your share of the Wall Street pay pool: http://seiu.org/bigbanks Thanks.

Where's your mortgage?

Hi - Screw-ups by the big banks are putting a halt to foreclosures across the country. Everyone needs to take a few minutes to figure out if their mortgage is affected. I just checked by demanding my bank show me my original mortgage note. You can do the same here: http://wheresthenote.com/page/speakout/wheresthenote Thanks

Fw: November is National Alzheimer’s Month and GEM is offering the following events

 

----- Original Message -----

From: gsonnesso@gmail.com

To: jandcheard@aol.com ; 'Sandy Scarborough' ; Sandy Briggman

Cc: 'Nancy Proctor' ; 'OBX KAYE'

Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:30 PM

Subject: RE: November is National Alzheimer's Month and GEM is offering the following events

Hello,

Please help GEM & share these events with friends.

1.       Harmony Care Friday November 12 7pm at the Baum Center – Just Playn Dixieland & Angelo Sonnesso Donation $5.00 includes dessert and Coffee.

2.       Candle lighting 4pm All Saints to "Honor, Remember and Care "for friends, families and all who care for people with dementia.

Senior Chorus – Angelo Sonnesso – Nick Hodsdon, Joanne Gregory, Curtis Campbell, Kaye White and officiated by Rev. Thomas Wilson. ( refreshments will be served)  

3. Monday November 15^th – GEM Presentation at the Board of Commissioners Mtg 5pm.

4. Tuesday 16^th National Memory Screening Day Free and Confidential The Dare County Center 12:30 -1:30 (Nancy Kosanovich, NP will be screening)

Regional Medical Center 2-4pm ( Dr. Haresch will be screening)

 

Thanks for your help!

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

From: jandcheard@aol.com [mailto:jandcheard@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 04, 2010 8:59 AM
To: jandcheard@aol.com
Subject: UUCOB Weekly Announcements - 11.4.10

 

 

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Outer Banks

 

** IMPORTANT: Don't forget that daylight savings time ends on Sunday morning, November 7th at 2:00 a.m.  Please turn back your clocks one hour.

 

Sunday Service

The Third Veil:  Philosophy Comes Before Politics

(Dance of the Seven Veils Revelations Series)

Rev. Patricia Guthmann Haresch

Sunday, November 7, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Meetinghouse

 

This summer, you may have been witness to Jody Mukul Mullis's "Dance of the Seven Dish Towels," in which she and Dennis Tromba introduced revelations from Tom Robbins' novel, Skinny Legs and All.  In Skinny Legs, Robbins' character Ellen Cherry Charles has the opportunity to observe a  young woman named Salome do that very famous dance of the seven veils.  For Ellen, during this dance, illusions were shed and seven truths plus one were revealed.  Several had suggested to Rev. Pat that these revelations would make for an interesting sermon series.

 

Share the Plate Recipient: Interfaith Coalition Peace & Justice Group

 

Religious Education 

Program: Riddle & Mystery IV: Does God Exist? (Part 1)

Susan McFarlane

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Religious Education Building

 

Lesson 4 asks "does God exist?" and introduces UU ways of thinking about God.  This lesson explores what the children and their families think about God.  Doubt AND belief in God are accepted ways of thinking here.  Theological terms and ideas will be introduced while the children explore their own God beliefs. 

 

Children in the 10-13 age group will have a separate lesson with Jennifer Gilbreath.

 

UUCOB Bulb Sale

Sunday, November 7, 2010, 11:45 a.m.

Meetinghouse

Sherrie Lemnios will be taking orders for Spring flowering bulbs as a fundraiser for our congregation at UUCOB.  These are top quality bulbs at a reasonable price from Terra Ceia, a large local grower.  Orders will be taken on November 7^th and November 14^th, with bulbs arriving by Thanksgiving.  Please see Sherrie after the Sunday services. 

 

Adult Education

The Box: Remembering the Gift - Rev. Patricia Guthmann Haresch

Sunday, November 7, 2010, 12 Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Meetinghouse

 

Rev. Pat will continue to lead this beautiful and inspiring curriculum. The Box offers guidance and support for those on a spiritual pilgrimage, seeking change, and/or for people who are searching for their gift, their purpose or mission. It is a resource, a visionary tool for building community, and a source of awakening and renewal that celebrates and promotes a reverence for Life in its fullness (sometimes difficult, sometimes joyous). Participants should bring along a blank book to journal in throughout the offering and may bring an object to place upon the group altar.

Please contact Rev. Pat (minister@uucob.org; 261-2801) if you are interested in arranging for childcare.

 

10-13 Year Old Youth Group

Sunday, November 7, 2010, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Behind the Meetinghouse

 

Weather permitting, the Youth Group will kayak from the creek behind the meeting house out to the Kitty Hawk Bay.  Bring a bag lunch.  If you are interested, please contact Jennifer Gilbreath (252-303-4212) and she will rent you a kayak for $15 complete with life jacket and paddle from Kitty Hawk Kayaks and they will be delivered to the church.

 

UUCOB Board Meeting

Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 7:00 pm

Meetinghouse

 

This monthly business meeting of the Board members is open to everyone.  You are welcome to attend and learn more about the activities and involvement of our congregation.

 

UUCOB Men's Discussion Group

Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Meetinghouse

 

The Men's Group provides a mechanism for fellowship, discussion and learning for male members and friends.  It meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 8:30 a.m. at the Meetinghouse.  Members take responsibility for topics or programs on a rotating basis which may include (but are not limited to) current events, specialized interests, the environment, the arts, and recreation.  For more information, contact Bob Green at 453-3955 or at bobgreenphd@embarqmail.com.

 

Community Yoga at UUCOB

Thursday, November 11, 2010, 6:30 p.m.

Meetinghouse

 

Our monthly Community Yoga will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House in Kitty Hawk. The event is open to the public with a $5.00 donation. This month's multi-level class will be led by Roger Jarrell. The series will continue on the 2nd Thursday of each month.

November's class will be taught by Michelle Dorer.  For more information call Chip Hedenburg at 441-4477.

 

Adopt-A-Highway Trash Pickup

Thursday, November 11, 2010, 9:00 a.m.

 

UUCOB is responsible for keeping the roadside clean on a 2-mile stretch of roadway near

Whalebone Junction in Nags Head.  If you are interested in helping with this clean-up effort, volunteers will meet in the parking lot of Basnight's Lone Cedar Restaurant.  Safety vests and trash bags will be provided.

 

Please contact Adopt-A-Highway Leader Kathy McMahan at 202.4736 or kathy.mcmahan@embarqmail.com for more information or to let her know if you can make it.

 

Minister's Office Hours 

Please be aware that Rev. Pat will be out of the office next week at the Southeast UU Ministers' Association Meeting.  You can schedule an appointment with Rev. Pat during the following week by contacting her at minister@uucob.org or 261-2801.

 

 

REMINDER:  Please check the UUCOB online calendar for any additional announcements and future events at http://www.uucob.org/calendar.htm

 

If your e-mail is changing or you would like to be removed from this email list, then please let me know by return email.

 

If you would like to receive your UUCOB Newsletter electronically, please let me know by return email.

 

Have a great week!

 

Joe Heard

UUCOB President

jandcheard@aol.com

Fw: Walk for the mind Sat. 9 11- 9am at Festival park

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Gail E Sonnesso

To: asonnesso@gmail.com

Cc: 'GEM Day ServicesInc.'

Sent: Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:50 AM

Subject: Walk for the mind Sat. 9 11- 9am at Festival park

 Governor's Policy Roundtables—Excerpt from the Preliminary Report

 

 

A series of six Governor's policy roundtables on Building a Livable and Senior Friendly North Carolina were held across the state. These roundtables were produced through a collaborative effort from the Office of the Governor, the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services, the UNC Institute on Aging and the state's Area Agencies on Aging.

The roundtables engaged a diverse and informed group of stakeholders to help identify major issues facing North Carolina's aging population that will require effective policy and programmatic responses. The more than 600 participants included older adults, aging boomers, caregivers, leaders from NC's aging and adult services network, government officials, representatives from local businesses and organizations, educators and researchers—among others.

 

Here is a sampling of the top 3 issues identified at two of the six policy roundtables, Greenville: Health and Aging& Wilmington: Safe Communities

 

1.    Need to strengthen link between healthcare and community service providers – integrating aging and medical services, enhancing communications, developing holistic approach, expanding support and resources for family caregivers

2.    Shortage of trained health and allied health professionals who support an interdisciplinary approach (geriatricians, nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, mental health clinicians, social workers, etc.)

3.     Insufficient training and support for family caregivers – importance of respite care, including caregivers of persons with dementia and grandparents raising grandchildren, stress relief, access to resources

 

The GEM Center, a community based non-profit program, is already in place and addressing many of these issues. We have developed a holistic approach of care for families facing dementia by providing 20 hours a week of respite for both care partner and person with the disease. GEM has provided a support group for care partners since 1999 and on-going community education to inform both formal and informal caregivers about the disease and how to effectively care for a person with dementia.

 

GEM has provided dementia education for our community to students, community groups and college students. "Caring Effectively"  our next classes will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church in Southern Shores September 14 – October 19^th from 7-8:45.

 

Please support GEM and our efforts to care for Dare County Senior Citizens and their Families by joining us at 9am Saturday September 11 at Festival Park and "Walk for the Mind"

For more information or to register call Gail at 480.3354 or email her at gsonnnessso@gamil.com 

Note: to view the entire report go to www.thegemcenter.org and go to   Governor's Policy Roundtables

 

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

Re: when doves fly

I think this is terrific.

 

From: Jeanne Reilly  

 

I'm not sure if I told you about my new business (with my partner Steve). We are doing white dove releases for weddings, funerals and other special occasions. We released them for the children at the Montessori school. Not sure if it's something your folks would like, but we could do a release for them if you would like. We have to release them outside so not sure what would work but think about it.

 

Also we are trying to generate more visibility for the website and I wanted to know if you would mind if I put a link to our site from the Gem website. I'm not sure where, but I could make a links page, and you could link to other sites of interest. Our website is www.whendovesfly.com.

 

Let me know what you think.

 

Thanks!

Jeanne

Fifteen Unconventional Uses for Honey

 

 

Feed: Fred's Head from APH
Posted on: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 2:59 PM
Author: noreply@blogger.com (Michael McCarty)
Subject: Fifteen Unconventional Uses for Honey

 

Honey, aside from being a tasty snack, can be used for a variety of home and health-related applications. With its natural formulation, it is used as a treatment for some illnesses and a vitamin supplement. It is also known to moisturize and disinfect the skin, making it an unconventional moisturizer, antiseptic and antibacterial solution. For years, vegans have used honey to promote good health. Now it's your turn to reap the rewards in using the bee's healthy byproduct. Skin Moisturizer: Honey, when mixed with eggs and some flour, is an effective skin moisturizer. Best of all, it is gently formulated, so it can be used by people with sensitive skin. Mix four tablespoons of honey with a couple of egg whites and a few tablespoons of flour, depending on your desired consistency. Stir the mixture until it thickens. When the mixture is ready, you can use it as a hand and body lotion or a moisturizing face mask, eliminating the effects of dry skin. Antiseptic: Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical used for cleaning wounds and helping them heal quickly. Honey happens to contain a good amount of the chemical. It only needs to be released by diluting the substance in water or body fluids. When applied on an open wound, the glucose, contained by honey, is diluted and gradually releases hydrogen peroxide. The substance facilitates your wound's faster healing. Due to its viscous consistency, it also prevents wounds from sticking to the dressing and the appearance of scars. Acne Remover: Honey might be a gentle skin moisturizer but it is certainly tough on acne. With constant exposure to the bee fluid, pimples eventually wither and fade. Apply a small amount of honey on the pimply regions of your face. Cover them with adhesive bandages. Soon, your zit attack will be nothing more than a distant memory. Energy Booster: Why buy palpitation-inducing energy drinks when you already have honey? Mix honey with some water then drink the solution. Honey's glucose content will be absorbed by the brain and in the bloodstream, reducing fatigue in the process. You'll be healthy and quite happy just by consuming the simple solution. Immune System Booster: Health buffs are known to drink a teaspoon of honey daily, along with their morning vitamins. Though still not scientifically proven, the daily consumption of honey is said to strengthen your immune system. You can give it a shot, you've got nothing to lose. Enhances Vitamin A: Vitamin A is the nutrient that fosters better eyesight, especially when consumed in significant quantities. If you mix items that are rich in Vitamin A with honey, the effects are slightly increased. Improves Blood Flow: Honey, being rich in glucose, is known to improve the blood flow through the fortification of blood's formation. Glucose provides energy in the bloodstream, which is distributed throughout the body. As a result, the blood produced has the proper consistency, flowing smoothly through the blood vessels. Glucose is believed to prevent capillary damage due to its ability to improve your blood flow. Treatment for Sore Throat: Some people believe that honey is an even better treatment for coughs and colds than over-the-counter medicine. To create the sore throat-relieving serum, squeeze the juice from a lemon and mix it with some honey. Stir the mixture until both ingredients blend. Drink the solution. After a few moments, you will realize that your sore throat has been cured, or at least reduced. Continue to make more until you are finally free from colds. Colon Damage Prevention: Colitis, a disease that damages the colon, induces much discomfort for the afflicted. You can minimize the effects of the disease if you drink some honey daily. The antioxidants found in honey is said to strengthen and improve the resistance of the colon. In addition, it is used in folk medicine as a means for curing colon-related conditions. Parasite Remover: Honey, when mixed with vinegar and water, can remove worms and other parasites in your body. The combination of vinegar's acidity and honey's therapeutic components is more than enough to kill or expel bodily intruders. When you suspect that you have worms in your body, drink ample amounts of the solution regularly. The parasites might build a resistance if you don't manage to get rid of them as soon as possible. Remedy for Burns: A burn is not only painful, the marks also last for a good number of days before healing. By applying honey on your burn, the hydrogen peroxide released cleans the wound and soothes the inflammation. As a result, the burn marks will heal in a few days with less pain. Use honey as a dressing for maximum results. Antibacterial Solution: Bacteria and germs won't survive when covered in honey, given its acidic pH balance and viscous base. The microorganisms will be trapped in the sticky acidic base, which is too abrasive for their exterior, killing them off eventually. Apply honey on a wound, scratches or an inflamed region, in conjunction with an antiseptic. You'll be astounded at how fast your injury heals. Relaxant for Anxiety and Nervousness: Anxiety and nervousness are the enemies of a healthy mind. Once both conditions swarm your thoughts, your actions are bound to produce negative results. Free yourself from these states of mind by eating porridge mixed with honey. Honey's nutrients produce a calming effect, especially when taken in significant amounts. No wonder some consider it a part of the breakfast of champions. Honey can also be mixed with a suitable beverage for a good night's sleep. Cancer and Heart Disease Prevention: Heart disease and cancer are diseases that have claimed the lives of millions of people. Both conditions have a multitude of causes, some of which are hard to identify. Honey's antioxidants prevent the formation of cancer cells and preserve the quality of the produced blood, preventing heart disease in the process. Though, engaging in acts that promote cancer, such as smoking and excessive drinking, will still trigger the diseases, so be watchful. Diabetic Ulcer Remedy: You can speed up the healing process if you use honey as a topical solution. It's ability to heal wounds will certainly come in handy when other ointments are not advised. Honey was a medical resource used before modern medicine became established. It may not replace many of the technological methods currently practiced in hospitals, but it can certainly match some of the medicine prescribed by physicians. The bee fluid, as it turns out, is a miracle drug that cures quite a number of ailments and diseases. Use it and get good health for a fairly low price. Article Source: Life Hackery

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