Friday, August 22, 2008

Finally Friday -- The Weekend is Here Once Again

The sky looked a bit like rain was on the way this morning. I was amazed that rain didn't materialize, at least early this morning.

I made my early morning phone call to Dad - It's his birthday so I couldn't let it go un-noticed, especially since it IS his 65th!!! Of course, I couldn't let the day go past without the annual birthday song. Happy Birthday again, Dad.

The day has taken a number of unexpected turns. Who knew that the day would bring when I went out this morning. Brian & I have been working on a magazine layout and assorted other marketing pieces. There's a whole lot to do before I'm ready to leave for Italy. Only 19 days left till departure.

Email & Newsletter Gleanings:

* Warning ---if you are drinking coffee, swallow it now*
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CLASS PROJECT GONE WRONG

An elementary school class started a class project to make planters to take home to their parents.

They wanted to have a plant in it that was easy to take care of, so they decided to use cactus plants.

The students were given green-ware pottery planters in the shape of clowns which they painted with glaze.

The clown planters were professionally fired at a class outing so they could see the process.

It was great fun! They planted cactus seeds in the finished planters and they grew nicely, but unfortunately, the children were not allowed to take them home.

The cactus plants were removed and small ivy replaced them and the children were then allowed to take them home instead.

The teacher said cactus seemed like a good idea at the time!

May the rest of your day be the best of your day!

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