XEROX IS DOING SOMETHING COOL
If you go to this web site,

http://www.letssaythanks.com/,

you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and send it to a service person who is currently serving in Iraq . You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.
How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!! It is FREE and only takes a second.
Wouldn't it be wonderful if our service men and women received a bunch of these? Whether you are for or against the war, our soldiers need to know we are behind them.
This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to say thank you. Please take the time, and then pass it on to others. We can never say enough thank you's.
I put this o last year , I hope every one does it,, and save it for the Christmas season,,,,,

XEROX IS DOING SOMETHING COOL
If you go to this web site,

http://www.letssaythanks.com/,

you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and send it to a service person who is currently serving in Iraq . You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.
How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!! It is FREE and only takes a second.
Wouldn't it be wonderful if our service men and women received a bunch of these? Whether you are for or against the war, our soldiers need to know we are behind them.
This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to say thank you. Please take the time, and then pass it on to others. We can never say enough thank you's.
I put this on last year ,

I hope every one does it,,

and save it for the Christmas season,,,,,

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU ALL!

HAVE A CUP OF LAUGHTER FOR ME!

God bless and keep them all safe! Fran

God doesn't give you the people you want; He gives you the people you NEED... to help you, to hurt you, to leave you, to love you and to make you into the person you were meant to be. I LOVE YOU!!!!!

NOW, YOU'RE ON THE CLOCK!!!! IN 9 MINUTES SOMETHING WILL MAKE YOU HAPPY, BUT YOU HAVE TO TELL 9 SISTERS YOU LOVE THEM INCLUDING ME.. GO!!!!
One Flaw In Women

Women have strengths that amaze men...

They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy.

They smile when they want to scream.

They sing when they want to cry.

They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.

They fight for what they believe in..

They stand up to injustice.

They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.

They go without so their family can have.

They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.

They love unconditionally.

They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.

They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.

Their hearts break when a friend dies.

They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.

They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart. Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.

They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.

The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.

They bring joy, hope and love.

They have compassion and ideas.

They give moral support to their family and friends.

Women have vital things to say and everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
Please pass this along to all your women friends and relatives to remind them just how amazing they are.

"HAPPY FALL Y'ALL"






From one pumpkin to another!!!!!!!

A woman was asked by a coworker, 'What is it like to be a Christian?'

The coworker replied, 'It is like being a pumpkin.' God picks you from the patch, brings you in, and washes all the dirt off of you. Then He cuts off the top and scoops out all the yucky stuff.

He removes the seeds of doubt, hate, and greed. Then He carves you a new smiling face and puts His light inside of you to shine for all the world to see.'

This was passed on to me by another pumpkin. Now it's your turn to pass it to other pumpkins.

I liked this enough to send it to all the pumpkins in my patch.



__________________________________________________

HAPPY HOLLOWEEN!!! Fran

Photo taken in Kentucky

SOORY TO TELL YOU THIS WAS A DIGITALY PRODUCED PHOTO! BUT I GUESS THE THOUGHT WAS GOOD,,,,,,

Cara Winship sent this out, it is called: 'God's hands'.

I took this picture on Hwy 30, traveling to London , KY. It has given me strength in the times of trouble. I feel I should share it with the rest of the world. I hope it is an inspiration to you. It just goes to show what we already know.... We have a God and he's watching over us.

I e-mailed this picture to News Channel 36. I was contacted by Meteorologist John James. He said that this picture of the sky is showing up, in all states, around the world He wanted to know where I was from and where I took it. He saw a similar picture taken in Texas .
He said this is amazing to him.

Would you look at this picture? It reminds me of that song He's got the whole word in his hands. He is definitely in control. Enjoy and pass it along.
THIS IS VERY IMPRESSIVE, DON'T YOU THINK SO? FRAN

Don't know if this actually works or if there is scientific fact to back it up,
but you never know...and it can't hurt to give it a try.

FLU

In 1919, when the flu killed 40 million people, there was a Doctor who visited the many farmers to see if he could help them combat the flu. Many of the farmers and their families had contracted it and many died.

The doctor came upon one farmer and his family, and to his surprise, everyone was very healthy. When the doctor asked what the farmer was doing that was different, the wife replied that she had placed an unpeeled onion in a dish in each of the rooms of the home (probably only two rooms back then). The doctor couldn't believe it and asked if he could have one of the onions to place under a microscope. She gave him one and when he did, he did find the flu virus in the onion. It obviously absorbed the virus, therefore, keeping the family healthy.

Now, I heard this story from my hairdresser in Arizona. She said that several years ago, many of her employees were coming down with the flu and so were many of her customers. The next year she placed several bowls with onions around in her shop. To her surprise, none of her staff got sick. It must work. (And no, she is not in the onion business.)

The moral of the story is, buy some onions and place them in bowls around your home. If you work at a desk, place one or two in your office or under your desk or even on top somewhere. Try it and see what happens. We did it last year and we never got the flu.

If this prevents you and your loved ones from getting sick, all the better. If you do get the flu, it just might be a mild case.

Whatever, what have you to lose? Just a few bucks on onions!!!!!
I DIDN'T CHECK WITH SNOPES,, OR ANY THING, JUST THOUGHT IT WOULD BEINTERESTING!!
sO AS USUAL i AM PASSING IT ALONG,, FRAN

Remember visit me at Jerseypeaches,, listed at the side of this blog,,, for the other items I have for sale,, Happy to have you visit! Fran

In case you are not aware! , Saint Theresa is known as the Saint of the Little Ways, meaning she believed in doing the little things in life well and with great love.



She is represented by roses. May everyone who receives this message be blessed..



Theresa's Prayer cannot be deleted.



REMEMBER to make a wish before you read the prayer. That's all you have to do.. There is nothing attached. Just share this with people and see what happens on the fourth day.



Prayer is one of the best free gifts we receive. Read the prayer below.



Saint Theresa's Prayer .............



May today there be peace within.



May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.



May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.



May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you.

May you be confident knowing you are a child of God. Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.



It is there for each and every one of us.

Please take the time to read this,it will do you good, just to do it!
Maybe it will help some one,, please pass this around to your Friends,,
The good Lord knows we need all the help we can get, so maybe this is just one more way, to ask for some spiritual help!
God bless us all !
Take care of our guys and gals who have put their lives on the line,over there in some god forsaken place in the world, to keep us safe.
Thanks for stopping to read this,,,,,,,,, Fran

Someone had to remind me, so I'm reminding you too. Don't laugh.....it is all true...


Perks of reaching 50 or being over 60 and heading towards 70!


1. Kidnappers are not very interested in you.

2. In a hostage situation you are likely to be released first.

3. No one expects you to run - anywhere.

4. People call at 9 pm and ask, did I wake you?

5. People no longer view you as a hypochondriac.

6. There is nothing left to learn the hard way.

7. Things you buy now won't wear out..

8. You can eat supper at 4 pm.

10. You get into heated arguments about pension plans.

11. You no longer think of speed limits as a challenge.

12. You quit trying to hold your stomach in no matter who walks into the room.

13. You sing along with elevator music.

14. Your eyes won't get much worse.

15 . Your investment in health insurance is finally beginning to pay off.

16. Your joints are more accurate meteorologists than the national weather service.

17. Your secrets are safe with your friends because they can't remember them either.

18. Your supply of brain cells is finally down to manageable size.

19. You can't remember who sent you this list.

And you notice these are all in Big Print for your convenience.

Forward this to every one you can remember right now!
And Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night.

> GOD Is
> Busy
>
> If you don't know GOD, don't make stupid
> remarks!!!!!!
>
> A United States Marine was taking some
> college courses between assignments. He had completed
> missions in Iraq and Afghanistan . One of the courses
> had a professor who was an avowed atheist, and a member
> of the ACLU.
>
> One day the professor shocked the class when he came
> in... He looked to the ceiling and flatly stated,
> GOD if you are real then I want you to k nock me off
> this platform. I'll give you exactly 15
> min.'
>
> The lecture room fell silent. You could hear a pin
> drop. Ten minutes went by and the professor proclaimed,
> 'Here I am GOD, I'm still waiting.'
>
> It got down to the last couple of minutes when the
> Marine got out of his chair, went up to the professor,
> and cold-cocked him; knocking him off the platform. The
> professor was out cold.
>
> The
> Marine went back to his seat and sat there, silently.
>
> The other students were shocked and stunned, and sat
> there looking on in silence. The professor eventually
> came to, noticeably shaken, looked at the Marine and
> asked, 'What in the world is the matter with you?
> 'Why did you do that?'
> The
> Marine calmly replied, 'GOD was too busy today
> protecting America 's soldiers who are protecting
> your right to say stupid stuff and act like an idiot..
> So He sent me.'
>
> The classroom erupted in cheers!
> SO GLAD TO SEE SOMEONE STEPPED UP!!!
wISH i HAD BEEN THERE! fRAN
>
> ;
> THIS IS GOOD, KEEP IT
> GOING!
>
>

"Life is short, break the rules, forgive sooner, love with true love, laugh without control and always keep smiling.

Maybe life is not the party that we were expecting, but in the mean time, we're here and we can still dance......"

Growing old is not for whimps.....(Jock Smith & Bette Davis )

Thats about the truth ! as ever Old Franny!!

One day, long, long ago, there lived a woman who did not whine, nag or bitch. (That would be me...)

But that was a long time ago and it was just that one day.

HA~~~HA~~~ HA~~~~~ HA Made you smile didn't I!
Thanks to my sister Marie!!! Fran

THE END.

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Hello to every one,,, something I need to ask,, no one will answer me,, but I need to put this out there,,

We went to see Kenny Rodgers Aug 21 , it was his 71st birthday..

But.... we were shock at his apperance, he is so VERY THIN, I am wondering if he is not well.

I know he had a face lift,,, but what did the do with the rest of him,,????

He gave a great show, sang just like the old days ,, but he looked very tired..

You all know I am old also!!!!(laughing)

But, seeing him like this bothers me, we have lost so many wonderful stars,,

this year ,, I just pray he is okay,,,,

Well, Like I said I just needed to put this on here,,

Lets all remeber him in our prayers ,, in case something is wrong,, I sure hope not!

Fran

LIFE THOUGHTS BY DUCKY

Marriage changes passion. Suddenly you're in bed with a relative.
I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with 'Guess' on it. So I said 'Implants?' She hit me.
How come we choose from just two people to run for President and over fifty for Miss America?
I signed up for an exercise class and was told to wear loose fitting clothing. If I HAD any loose fitting clothing, I wouldn't have signed up in the first place!
When I was young we used to go 'skinny dipping,' now I just 'chunky dunk.'
Don't argue with an idiot; people watching may not be able to tell the difference.
Wouldn't it be nice if whenever we messed up our life we could simply press 'Ctrl Alt Delete' and start all over? AMEN, AMEN !!
Why is it that our children can't read a Bible in school, but they can in prison?
Wouldn't you know it....Brain cells come, and brain cells go, but FAT cells live forever.
Why do I have to swear on the Bible in court when the Ten Commandments cannot be displayed outside?
Bumper sticker of the year: 'If you can read this, thank a teacher -and, since it's in English, thank a soldier'


And remember: life is like a roll of toilet paper.
The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
love it don't you!!

A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day,

drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother.

As they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of adulthood, the mother clinked the ice cubes in her glass thoughtfully and turned a clear, sober glance upon her daughter

'Don't forget your Sisters,' she advised, swirling the tea leaves to the bottom of her glass. 'They'll be more important as you get older.

No matter how much you love your husband, no matter how much you love the children you may have, you are still going to need Sisters.

Remember to go places with them now and then; do things with them.'

'Remember that 'Sisters' means ALL the women.... your girlfriends, your daughters, and all your other women relatives too..

'You'll need other women. Women always do.'

What a funny piece of advice!' the young woman thought. Haven't I just gotten married Haven't I just joined the couple-world?

I'm now a married woman, for goodness sake!

A grownup! Surely my husband and the family we may start will be all I need to make my life worthwhile!'

But she listened to her Mother. She kept contact with her Sisters and made more women friends each year.

As the years tumbled by, one after another, she gradually came to understand that her Mom really knew what she was talking about.

As time and nature work their changes and their mysteries upon a woman,

Sisters are the mainstays of her life.

After more than 50 years of living in this world here is what I've learned:

THIS SAYS IT ALL:

Time passes..

Life happens..>>

Distance separates.>>

Children grow up.>>

Jobs come and go.>>

Love waxes and wanes.>>

Men don't do what they're supposed to do.>>

Hearts break.>>

Parents die.>>

Colleagues forget favors.>>

Careers end.>>

BUT.......... Sisters are there, no matter how much time and how many miles are between you.. A girl friend is never farther away than needing her can reach.

When you have to walk that lonesome valley and you have to walk it by yourself, the women in your life will be on the valley's rim, cheering you on, praying for you, pulling for you, intervening on your behalf, and waiting with open arms at the valley's end.. Sometimes, they will even break the rules and walk beside you...

Or come in and carry you out.

Girlfriends, daughters, granddaughters, daughters-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, Mothers, Grandmothers, aunties, nieces, cousins, and extended family, all bless our life!

The world wouldn't be the same without women, and neither would I.

When we began this adventure called womanhood, we had no idea of the incredible joys or sorrows that lay ahead.

Nor did we know how much we would need each other.

Every day, we need each other still.

Pass this on to all the women who help make your life meaningful.

I just did. Short and very sweet:

There are more than twenty angels in this world.>>

Ten are peacefully sleeping on clouds.

Nine are playing.

And one is reading her email at this moment.>>>

Send this message your friends

If you get replies, someone you love will surprise you.>>>

Happy days! Don't break this; it's working

I am thinking these are all true! I think you are also, tell your sisters you love them, any way you can,, and while you can! Fran

Two old guys were chatting.....
One said to the other:
"My 80th birthday was yesterday.
The wife gave me an SUV".
The other guy responded:
"Wow, that's amazing!!.....
Imagine, an SUV!!..
What a great gift!"
First guy:
"Yup !!....�Socks, Underwear and Viagra!"

now thats funny!!!!!!!!!!! Fran

These are my grandparents on my Fathers side of the family.
The Baumgart Framily in about 1898

I Owe My Mother

**************************************

1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE ."If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning."

2. My mother taught me RELIGION. "You better pray that will come out of the carpet."

3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL."If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"

4. My mother taught me LOGIC." Because I said so, that's why."

5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC . "If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me."

6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT."Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."

7. My mother taught me IRONY. "Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about."

8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS ."Shut your mouth and eat your supper."

9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM."Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!"

10. My mother taught me about STAMINA ."You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone."

11. My mother taught me about WEATHER."This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it."

12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY."If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!"

13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE."I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.."

14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION ."Stop acting like your father!"

15. My mother taught me about ENVY."There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do."

16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION."Just wait until we get home.."

17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING ."You are going to get it when you get home!"

18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE."If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way."

19. My mother taught me ESP."Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?"

20. My mother taught me HUMOR."When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me.."

21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT ."If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."

22. My mother taught me GENETICS. "You're just like your father."

23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS."Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?"

24. My mother taught me WISDOM. "When you get to be my age, you'll understand."And my favorite:

25. My mother taught me about JUSTICE ."One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you !"

I write this with a smile, you see.... but I didn't have long with my Mother, she died at the age of 49 in June 1 1965..... but even in the short years I had her, she did tell me some of these things, thats what makes me smile!

So ... if you still have your Mother with you,,, please forgive the stuff, that you can and remember the good stuff , Because the real truth is yiou only have that one person you can call MOM!!!!

Oh and about DADDYS,, mine passed away, May 26 1963,,, at the age of 58

PS<>I wish some of my kids would think about this!!

Old Timer Sex

This is too funny to be dirty - enjoy!

The husband leans over and asks his wife, 'Do you remember the first time we had sex together over sixty years ago? We went behind the village tavern where you leaned against the back fence and I made love to you.'

Yes, she says, 'I remember it well.' OK,' he says, 'How about taking a stroll around there again and we can do it for old time's sake?'

Oh Jim, you old devil, that sounds like a crazy, but good idea!'

A police officer sitting in the next booth heard their conversation and, having a chuckle to himself, he thinks to

himself, I've got to see these two old-timers having sex against a fence. I'll just keep an eye on them so there's no trouble.

So he follows them.

The elderly couple walks haltingly along, leaning on each> other for support aided by walking sticks. Finally, they get to the back of the tavern and make their way to the fence.

The old lady lifts her skirt and the old man drops his trousers. As she leans against the fence, the old man moves in..

Then suddenly they erupt into the most furious sex that the policeman has ever seen. This goes on for about ten minutes while both are making loud noises and moaning and screaming.

Finally, they both collapse, panting on the ground.

The policeman is amazed. He thinks he has learned something about life and old age that he didn't know.

After about half an hour of lying on the ground recovering, the old couple struggle to their feet and put their clothes back on.

The policeman, is still watching and thinks to himself, this is truly amazing, I've got to ask them what their secret is.

So, as the couple passes, he says to them, 'Excuse me, but that was something else. You must've had a fantastic sex life together. Is there some sort of secret to this?'

Shaking, the old man is barely able to reply, 'Sixty years ago that wasn't an electric fence.'

Naughty old people!!!!!!!!!!!! Come on smile,,, or even laugh it will do you good!!!! FRAN