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LM loves to read and occasionally takes a stab at writing. She works part-time and totally loves her job. Spare time interests include music, photography and reading. LM and her husband of 32 years are parents to two daughters, two sons-in law, a White Shepherd and a Siberian Husky. |
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Comments on all articles by LM Davids (5,421)      LM Davids  Why Should I Vote? The Pros and Cons of Voting Brittany D. from USA: (9 hours 47 minutes ago.) I'm Currently doing a project on whether the United States should change to mandatory voting or not. I also have to see if making voting day a national holiday (or moving it to a weekend) would make any difference in voter turnout at the polls. Could you please tell your opinion on these matters and why or why not you are against them plus reasons why? Thank you very much. Brittany Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (6 days 23 hours ago.)Good morning, Hannah! Yeah, we disagree on some things, but that isn't bad. The Electoral College has no use anymore, I don't believe. It was created in a time we didn't have mass media and did serve a purpose then of letting the people's voices be heard. Wikipedia has a decent overview of Electoral College and when I Googled those words other sites also gave good explanations. I don't understand your preference voting, either. Funny how people are so alike and cultures and customs so different. I will have to do a search on Australia's voting system. The candidate I wanted to vote for has dropped out of the race and if nothing changes, I will be voting for the one I believe will do the least damage! There is so much "election-speak" going on and many are confused because the candidates' actions often don't match what they say. This will be an interesting election. Thanks, again, Hannah, for your comments. I welcome the dialog and questions. Have a great day. Comment by Hannah Quinn (425)   Hannah Quinn  (9 days 11 hours ago.)LM, I admit I don't fully understand the Electoral College. We have nothing like that here. We have preference voting which not all agree with. It means that if the candidate you vote for doesn't get in, your vote goes to your second preference. You can choose your preference or accept your candidate's choice. It means your vote is always counted. I like preferences because I can choose, for example, a green vote to back up my main choice. Can you give me a rundown or perhaps give me a link with a good explanation of just how the Electoral College works. It seems, from what I do know, that it is at least outmoded in modern America and, on the face of it, not all that democratic. But, I might have it wrong. We'll have to agree to disagree about mandatory voting. :) Cheers, Hannah Hannah Quinn from Australia: (10 days 9 hours ago.)  L.M. I come from a country where voting is mandatory and I can tell you, that for the vast majority of the people, they take their voting very seriously. Knowing they have to vote makes people take notice and think about the issues and the candidates. People don't actually want to waste their vote; they have to do it anyway, so might as well make it count. If someone truly doesn't want to vote, the fine isn't that big ($20-70) yet very few chose that option. (There are allowances for the elderly, infirm, etc.) Also, they can go along and avoid the fine but do what they like to the ballot paper once they enter the booth, but that's also very rare. I strongly believe in mandatory voting. Democracy and the right to vote must have the balance of responsibility and as much input from the people as possible to make it truly a democracy. I also think that not having mandatory voting just lets people off the hook of taking matters seriously and giving any real thought to how a nation is led. It opens itself up to interest groups, minorities and block voting having the power to decide how the bulk of the people are governed - hardly democratic where 'majority rules'. As far as I know about felons, once they have served their time, their citizenship rights are returned to them and they can vote. It is that way here, and I'm fairly certain it is that way in your country, although some States might have different laws about that. The answer is no doubt available through a search engine - or better yet, a library, especially for those studying civics. I hope I've given you some things to think about and I'm interested in learning your responses. Cheers, Hannah Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (9 days 19 hours ago.)Hannah, thanks so much for reading and responding. It depends on each state's laws whether or not a ex-felon can vote. I can see your point, it does seem like a good thing to require all to vote at first. Upon further reflection, I don't like the idea. I would like to see fewer government mandates in our lives. What we need are honest politicians that won't make promises to lobbyists and special interest groups and truly represent the people. In a perfect world, maybe it would really be that way. For now, voting is a privilege and a right. If people don't want to vote, it is a sad thing, but their choice. The current system (outside of the Australian ballot...thank you) has its flaws, (especially the outdated Electoral College) I don't think mandatory vote is the answer. Thanks for sharing your views; I respect and appreciate them. American Idol - Is It Rigged? Anonymous: (12 days 8 hours ago.) With the amount of money involved and no penalty for bad behavior I have pretty much accepted the fact it is rigged and corrupt. Disappointing show and I think it may spell the beginning of the end for the show. Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (11 days 19 hours ago.)Hello, Anon. I appreciate you reading and commenting on this article. Yeah, you are probably right, but I still hold out hope. There have been a lot of explanations for Paula's critique of the second song before it was sung. I watched and really enjoyed "The Next Great American Band" that was on towards the end of 2007. I thought the musicians were better and the show was done well. I've heard Idol is being revamped; who knows what will happen next. Beckie from IL: (13 days 13 hours ago.) It could be that the judges have chosen their favorites and they say whatever. They are not always correct on music accuracy. However, if America really decides, then nothing the judges do or say will affect America. I don't know. I was enjoying this show in the beginning but have lost interest. I agree with who you think will be the last two and the final winner. Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (11 days 19 hours ago.)Thanks, Beckie, for reading and commenting. I think after Sanjaya last season, the producers wanted more control. I'm not sure how they can if America does truly vote, unless they manipulate the totals. Even if I learned it was rigged, I'd probably still watch. How sad is that? rtm: (15 days 18 hours ago.)  Strange but this is show business. I didn't watch the show to see what Paula had said or started to say but rigged I just don't know. Favorites, well that is another issue. Yes based on opinions a bad word here or there sways the masses much like our politics do. The general consensus as I understand it is that David is the winner. Now which David is the real question? Next week the last female. After that, well the young man with the dreadnaughts [does it really matter] and then which David wins? Does that matter? The good ones will stick like Daughtry or Underwood. This crop, well I really don't think so, do you? I liked some that are already gone for talents sake. Best wishes. Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (15 days 17 hours ago.)Hi Robert, thanks for reading and commenting. I agree that some of the better ones have already been eliminated, especially Michael Johns and Carly Smithson. The MC, Ryan Seacrest has often reminded viewers to vote or their favorite may be gone the next week. No matter what happens, few will remember the names of most of these singers in weeks, even days to come. I have read that David Cook and Chris Daughtry are friends, pre-Idol days. Daughtry and Underwood are making great careers after Idol; hopefully the two Davids will also. Government Rebates - Economic Stimulus Payments - Do You Qualify? Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (22 days 10 hours ago.)Robert, no offense taken. I know your views and I agree with a lot of what you have said. I, too, would like to see it all turn around. Our country is not in a good way and we are at risk of losing much more. I don't know how we can turn it around other than Godly intervention, but I am hoping and praying for our nation. For the first time ever, I am afraid for America. When values slip away, all other aspects follow and we are at a crossroads. There is so much more that needs to be done in addition to our financial state. I love our country and believe there is none better in the world, but we have not been good stewards of the abilities God gave us. In my area we have a state senator that does listen to the people and is slowly making change here. I have hope that this is the beginning of a turnaround, at least here in Texas. But, in the meantime, even if it is a little band-aid when we need stitches, this stimulus package may help. It may not. We will have to wait and see. In the meantime, thanks for this dialogue. You may be telling me "I told you so." It is always good to read others thoughts. Have a good evening. robert melaccio sr.: (22 days 10 hours ago.) Yes you make some good points and I did not want to sound so harsh in relpy and if taken that way I am sorry. Yet there is more to this in my opinion then just a stimulus. Let me ask you if we have decided we don't want to be known for our manufacturing then what, retail sales? Just what will Americans have as jobs? The fact is a lot of talk. Technology, common now ask anyone in the business what is happening to them and who gets the jobs. New green jobs, years away if ever. No for average people there is no future. We are in debt way higher then most know, our militray is in shambles in numbers and capability, over taxed and under strength and we make and buy the components they use to defend us offshore. That alone doesn't sound too swift for national defense. One could say read the economic UN Forum of Social Development 2004 and see for yourself what is and has happened. Read SPP and the projections by those in power and the spheres of influence already decided. No it is about time America woke up. If buying a new Bluetooth is the answer we are in bad shape. I do enjoy your writing and as you can tell it is one of my hot buttons. Sorry, no offense intended. Bets wishes and peace. Comment by Robert Melaccio, Sr. (3,670)   Robert Melaccio, Sr. (22 days 17 hours ago.)The stimulus is really for the haves. Those are the ones who don't need to fill up their gas tank, pay their electric bill or just pay a credit card down a little. In fact that money won't make a dent in their lifestyle in the least. They will get their check and buy or spend it on something or invest perhaps in a Foreclosed Home. The will buy something made offshore and help that nation and its people, most likely China. Americans are also helping China in that China owns and has financed that debt. You, although perhaps you haven't thought of it as yet, will have to claim it as income when taxes come due. Number one there will be no deductions on it so that will place you into a higher tax category. You will most likely owe more to Uncle Sam or Uncle Woo and if you get anything backor expecting it, verses owe, it will be a lot less back and a lot more you owe. So lets wake up Am,erica what is so hard about all this. It it is what it is Fools Gold and there is a price to pay. It is in my opinion a short haul get us re elected see how we good we are to you effort. Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (22 days 15 hours ago.)Hello, Robert. Thank you for reading and commenting. We may have to agree to disagree, though I do agree with you in part. Did you check out the links, by chance? The first one that gives the info on who will get what tells a different story than a benefit for just the haves. The more you make, the less you receive. I know things are not great economically in this country right now and I know we are in China's pocket, but that goes both ways. They need us as much if not more than we need them right now. I am not saying that is a good thing, but this country has decided that manufacturing is not what it wants to be known for. I'll take the rebate. It boosts my economy. No, I am not blind to the rest of what the rebate entails and I am truly awake. I appreciate your comments. Paul McKenna says 'I Can Make You Thin' - Can It Work for Me? jess from ohio: (22 days 22 hours ago.) Well, two weeks and I'm down 11 pounds, eating out in restaurants and eating whatever I want. Sounds too good to be true but I'm shaking my head in amazement. I didn't purchase his books or plan, just went to the website and watched the TV show Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (22 days 20 hours ago.)Thanks for reading and commenting, Jess. I am seeing good results also and all I have done is follow the four rules he talks about in the first show. Keep me posted, please. I'd love to hear how it progresses for you. Are Waterbeds Making a Comeback? The Pros and Cons of Owning a Waterbed Brandy from Memphis,TN: (24 days 16 hours ago.)  I live in Memphis,TN and want to buy a new water bed frame. But I can't found any where that sells them. help! Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (20 days 7 hours ago.)Hi Brandy, Thanks for reading and your question. I googled "waterbed store Memphis" and found a Big Sur Waterbed place. It is on Summer Ave in Memphis. Their phone number is 901-685-5344. I hope this helps. Government Rebates - Economic Stimulus Payments - Do You Qualify? Comment by Sandra E. Graham (842)   Sandra E. Graham  (25 days 17 hours ago.)Helpful article, LM. I'm sure my refund will end up in the tank of one of our vehicles or one of the lawn mowers or the propane tank for cooking and heating or just cover someother replacement for a rise in cost--taxes, food, etc., etc. I certainly won't count on it for something extra or special. Sorry, I don't mean to sound ungrateful; I too will accept it with as much gratitude as I can scrape up. Great article. SEG Response from LM Davids (5,421) Send This Email to 10 People and Something Good Will Happen - Why You Shouldn't! Tunde Sade from London, UK: (41 days 14 hours ago.) Looks more like an April Facts Day write up to me.. except that the secret code thing in all mails is still not imaginable..unless it is being done by Govts of course. Anonymous: (44 days 20 hours ago.)  OK. This was a joke right? For April Fools Day? Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Joel Hendon (4,300)  Joel Hendon (45 days 12 hours ago.)Great article L.M., and so true. I used to accept everything I received until I got on so many spammers lists, I was getting porn from Korea! I've changed my email address at least twice that I remember because of being unable to stop the spam. I've got to where I am very cautious, in fact I won't even open mail unless I have a good idea it is legitimate. One of the shrewdest scams you may run into is receiving a really authentic looking letter from a bank, logo and all even with a return URL by the bank name, etc. They will want you to click on a link to confirm something about your account. I've received a number of those but was fortunate enough that the first one was from a bank which I have no account with so I knew it was a fake. I have had several since, once from the bank I do business with. And one from Pay pal with whom I have an account, but instead of clicking on their link, I looked up the real email address for the businesses and forwarded the phishing letter to them. All banks will tell you they never ask for any such information as these allegedly do via email. Thanks for sharing. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Danny Davids (10,523)   Danny Davids (45 days 12 hours ago.)I've been telling people this for YEARS and they DON'T BELIEVE ME!! Response from LM Davids (5,421) Tunde Sade from London, UK: (45 days 18 hours ago.) Thanks for this info. I usually delete or re-write them and send if I find the msg look good sometimes... Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Terry Mitchell (373)  Terry Mitchell (45 days 21 hours ago.)I delete them. They're illegal anyway. Unfortunately, we have too many superstitious people who will forward them. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Myla Madson (1,978)  Myla Madson (46 days ago.)Great advice and I love the whole Govt. conspiracy theory side to this issue. Uhh, let me correct that, it's not a consiparcy theory if it's true, right. I certainly would not put it past any Govt body to use tactics like this. In fact, they are worse in my opinion than the people who created the chain letter and play off peoples need to have something good in their lives and let themselves believe in these letters. Ooops, let me correct myself again, the Govt. and the letter creator are probably one and the same! Great piece. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Creative Blogger (3,595)  Creative Blogger (46 days 4 hours ago.)I have a strict policy of never forwarding chain mail, regardless of how many dying children I might raise awareness for (emotional blackmail is rife in these messages). Good article! Response from LM Davids (5,421) Teresa Ortiz: (46 days 8 hours ago.) Hi LM, This is great info! I did not realize it was this serious. I simply chose not to forward them just because it said to or else. Its the bull-headedness in me :-) Thanks for yet another reason not to! Teresa Response from LM Davids (5,421) Sidewalk Chalk and Lead. Do We Still Have to Worry? Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (47 days 18 hours ago.)Holly, thank you so much for reading and commenting. It is always good to hear from someone with firsthand knowledge of the problem. I am so sorry your daughter and your family have gone through all of this. What is her prognosis? Do the docs believe her health will return to normal eventually? It is sad that we have so much testing in place in this country, yet because China basically owns us and they don't test, we have no clue what we are being exposed to from all the imports. I am also left wondering who stamped the Aglo chalk safe? Amazing that the company was not held responsible. So many questions left unanswered with these situations. I wish you and your family well. Please, keep me posted of any updates you may hear of. Have you ever considered writing an article an posting it here? I wonder how many others are in the same situation as you. Holly from Superior, WI: (47 days 20 hours ago.)  In 2003 my 1 year old daughter was the cause of a nation recall of sidewalk chalk. At her 1 year check up we found her to have a lead level of 19. (20 is hospital admit) Finally we found that she had gotten the lead poisoning from side walk chalk made by aglo and company out of china. Funny thing is this chalk was stamped as safe. How did this get into our country as safe??? I will never, never let my child play with chalk again. She is now 5 and suffering from ADHD and has a very hard time in school. Sad thing is Target, Toys R us and Aglo and company got away with this.. They are going to keep doing this kind of thing because they do not get in trouble. They would not even pay my daughter medical bills. Kind of scary . My advise would be no sidewalk chalk is safe. Sorry Paul McKenna says 'I Can Make You Thin' - Can It Work for Me? Teresa Ortiz: (52 days 21 hours ago.) Hi LM, thanks for sharing this information. I am terrible when it comes to eating while reading or watching tv. I am not ready to give this a try, as it just might work. :-) But I do believe I will be more conscious of what I eat. The saying is true, the older you get, the harder it is to lose weight. Sigh. Thanks again for the informative and light-hearted article. Blessings to you, Teresa Response from LM Davids (5,421) Why Should I Vote? The Pros and Cons of Voting Kylie Schutt from Lake Isabella: (77 days 16 hours ago.) I am a student at Chippewa Hills High School and in civics we have to research the Pros and Cons of Mandatory voting. Personally i am against it because people would not really vote bacause they want but because they have to. i was just wondering what you felt about the comment and what other people who have asked questions like mine felt. oh yeah if you are a convicted felon but are not in jail can you vote? Response from LM Davids (5,421) Sarah Baker from Barryton MI, U.S: (77 days 17 hours ago.) What if voiting was mandatory and everyone had to vote then everyones vote would count right? which I think that mandatory voting would be great because everyone would get the chance to voice their opionon but then the people who didn't vote would be fined. I'm a sophomore at a school in michigan and I take a civics class where were doing a debate project about the pros and cons of mandatory voting I haven't fully decided about my decision. What do you think about mandatory voting? Response from LM Davids (5,421) Did American Idol Judges Exhibit Discrimination? BruceBlogger from CA: (92 days 5 hours ago.) Bruce just release a song available on his website, bruce dickson fans. He's still trying to pursue his career in music even though American Idol shut him down. Thanks for your support! :) Mike Dickson from Bastrop, Tx: (119 days 7 hours ago.) Thank you for this article. Bruce Dickson is my son. My wife and I have 6 wonderful children. They are all works in progress as are we all. Our oldest daughter got married the day before Bruce's final tryout. She is 22. He sang at her wedding. She is a delightful and beautiful young lady. I also carried a key on that same chain that went to the heart she had been wearing since she was 12. Her first kiss was at the altar. My new son in law expresses his tremendous gratitude. Bruce's passion is singing and acting if it involves singing. His and his sister life will be a little easier without old relationship bagage and committment will be easier without the familiar patterns of heart break and break up. They are both full of life and joy, their friendships abound and the world is their stage. I will let their lives be my judge. Thank you again. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Anonymous: (119 days 14 hours ago.) I TOTALLY agree with you. I thought he should have made it. Others who got through couldn't sing as well, but were "weirder" I guess. It made me so mad. Especially at the end when the announcer said, "Maybe he'll be back next year... a little less boy and a little more man." He's a TRUE man. Making a commitment to his future wife and sticking to it despite ALL of society telling hime otherwise. May God bless this young man. He is an inspiration to all of us girls out there that are looking for a true gentlemen with respect, commitment, and self control. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Why Should I Vote? The Pros and Cons of Voting Comment by Robert Melaccio, Sr. (3,670) Robert Melaccio, Sr. (125 days 8 hours ago.)Actually, let's consider if any of these candidates is the great leader they profess to be. Like all the rest in office, or involved with government already, or in the past who are running and who are all suddenly professing we need a change in Washington one needs to ask just when did this bright light come on and Ok, did they forget they are the ones we want to change? Go down the list item for item, check their record of what they voted for and what they never showed up for and you will find by fact of deed they are in my opinion BOOKENDS and all the same in thought, word and deed by nature of their own actions. So believe what you want the proof is there for the taking. So the fact is we wilol have a new president but will we have the change we all supposedly and I do mean supposedly desire? The answer to that is a resounding and factual NO UNLESS we change them all. i support your article and think you did an excellent job as usual. I second your comments. Howevr, as you know by my writing I am for change via the ballot and via the boot, boot them all OUT! Best wishes RTM Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Terry Mitchell (373) Terry Mitchell (130 days 15 hours ago.)Very few candidates I really like ever win. I'm a maverick and therefore tend to vote for maverick candidates. Those candidates tend to lose to the more mainstream, centrist candidates. But that has never discouraged me from voting. I registered promptly when I turned 18 and have rarely missed an election since. Contrary to the conventional foolishness, I believe registration and voting should be less (not more) convenient. Getting a driver's license is inconvenient, yet people still do what they have to do to get them. If someone thinks more of their driving privilege than they do of their right to vote, do they really deserve that right? Response from LM Davids (5,421) Are Waterbeds Making a Comeback? The Pros and Cons of Owning a Waterbed Doug from St. Louis MO: (138 days 10 hours ago.) Our waterbed business has been steadily increasing for the last 2-3 years in softside waterbeds. However a significant decrease in hardsides has taken place with the exception of replacement parts. Many of the new softside owners are previous waterbed people who decided for one reason or the other to leave a waterbed and buy some other type of mattress. I think it's just like any other mattress, get a good one. Nice to here others are having good waterbed experiences. One more footnote there are still many doctors and chiropractors who suggest to their patients the idea of waterbeds. Walk into a regular mattress or furniture store and you will here no such thing. The Water Works Sleep Center Owner Doug B. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Craigslist Tips: How to Safely Use Craigslist sue thom from nj: (151 days 15 hours ago.) hi LM, very nice article. i never heard of the craiglist. i'm glad you were able to make your purchases at such a good price. now, if i could just find some money:) best regards, sue Response from LM Davids (5,421) Are Waterbeds Making a Comeback? The Pros and Cons of Owning a Waterbed Uncleknubs from Portland OR: (157 days 22 hours ago.) I Have had water beds since I was 19, I am now 53, they last about 8 to 10 years before losing some elasticity. I am on my 5th one, they keep getting better as time goes by. My first waterbed was a full wave but I was young, it was a great bed. This latest one is 100% waveless or so it says, but not much movement and way more supportive. I tried a soft side but didn't like it I couldn't get use to the foam border, it felt constrictive to me, so I sold it to someone (for almost full price luckily) and got this hard side, that's why I said I have had 5 waterbeds, but I only used the softside for a few months. I have moved to higher waveless beds as I went and the support is great. I lived in southern CA. during the first 2 beds, and I can tell you that during a 5 scale or greater earthquake no one I knew could move out of their beds, water or not, you couldn't stand up even if you did get out. My back is very bad from injury and the only time it feels better is when I'm in bed and when I first wake up. So get a 90% or higher waveless and your back will love you for it. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Anonymous: (158 days 11 hours ago.) I have insulation under my water bed. It is the silver sheet kind with the pink insulation inside. I wonder if this is bad for me to breathe? I was wondering if I should change it to the thin, silver, roll insulation? Response from LM Davids (5,421) Tips to be Ready before a Tornado or Hurricane Gets Here Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (172 days 16 hours ago.)Feel free to add your tips or better yet, write an article including anything you feel I have left out. Thanks for reading. Leah from Mooroolbark: (173 days 6 hours ago.)  It is appolling on the lack of infomation. YOU shuld be ashamed!!!!!! Mother's Day and Everyday from a Mom's Point of View Comment by Susan Thom (8,101)  Susan Thom (175 days 15 hours ago.)hi lm, again i could relate. being a good mom is so much more intense than some may think. the responsibility is immense, and yet, we do it, and i did it for three. this was a nice story, and there were three arguing kids in my house, too. now, they are 17, 20, and 22 and get along fine. thanks for sharing your story, best regards, sue thom Response from LM Davids (5,421) Are Waterbeds Making a Comeback? The Pros and Cons of Owning a Waterbed Comment by Susan Thom (8,101) Susan Thom (175 days 15 hours ago.)hi, very good story, and having had a waterbed, i can relate. the best thing i liked was when i was pregnant, i could literally roll out of bed. it was much easier than a conventional bed. thanks for sharing your story, best regards, sue thom Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by April Lorier (3,889)  April Lorier (202 days 14 hours ago.)Hey, LM. I can tell you don't live in "earthquake country" because you missed one downside point: in an earthquake as severe as the Northridge Quake was, you will not be able to get out of your bed! My long-time friend, Ann, swore by waterbeds until the quake hit. Trapped in her bed, being tossed about like a rubber ball, she bought a "sleep number bed" the week after the quake. Ha! Response from LM Davids (5,421) Paula from Minneapolis, MN: (211 days 13 hours ago.) My husband and I have had a waterbed for 25 years. We've replaced the waterbed mattress 3 times, and each time they get better, with more baffles, so less waving. My only concern is - is it to heavy for the floor boards. I have visions of it some day crashing through the floor to the room below us. I didn't worry about this until just the last couple of months. I feel that all that time may weaken the boards. Any comments? Response from LM Davids (5,421) See You at the Pole? susan thom: (230 days 12 hours ago.) i think you are absolutely right. i just got off the phone with my twenty year old who moved out a couple of months ago-i cried through most of the conversation-i miss him so much, i was with him for twenty years. and who do i turn to for comfort? G O D !! too bad everybody didn't. thanks for a good article, best regards, sue thom Response from LM Davids (5,421) Back to School - How to Make This School Year the Best One Ever Danny Davids from Houston, TX: (277 days 7 hours ago.) And look at how great our kids turned out! :) Response from LM Davids (5,421) Mercury Poisoning - What Do Fish, Fillings and Antiques Have in Common? Comment by Ben Jones (4,545)  Ben Jones (316 days 22 hours ago.)Much like asbestos, people once played with these substances without a worry in the world. Of course there are reasons why the life expectancy of the average person has increased. We've stopped swallowing mercury, inhaling asbestos and most of us are now juggling far less swords on a day to day basis. On a serious note: mercury can also affect pregnancy as high levels can be very harmful to the development of the featus. This is one of the main reasons they suggest you don't eat deep sea fish such as swordfish, because over time these fish can build up dangerous levels of mercury that we then consume. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by LM Davids (5,421) LM Davids (331 days 15 hours ago.)My friends are quiet on that topic. Maybe we are the only normal ones around? Comment by Steve Radford (761)  Steve Radford (332 days 6 hours ago.)LM, I seem to remember my elementary teacher giving us mercury to hold and play with as part of a science lesson! But I'm not sure my friends would attest to my normalcy. Sidewalk Chalk and Lead. Do We Still Have to Worry? Comment by David Tanguay (5,887)  David Tanguay (338 days 11 hours ago.)I've never really have been interested in practicing sidewalk art. However I've always enjoyed viewing it. "helpful and informative article" thanks Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Kay Elizabeth (1,713)  Kay Elizabeth (339 days 13 hours ago.)Good information, LM, I'd not heard about that. Thank you! :) Response from LM Davids (5,421) Holgar Johansen from Faroe Islands: (339 days 16 hours ago.) Yes, verry good Response from LM Davids (5,421) Tips to be Ready before a Tornado or Hurricane Gets Here Bob Alexander: (361 days 8 hours ago.) Good article. I live in a tornado prone area in North Alabama and we get warnings every year. I have a basement that would work well if we have enough time to get there. Thanks for the information. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Comment by Robert Melaccio, Sr. (3,670) Robert Melaccio, Sr. (1 year 2 days ago.)Good general information. I would alert all this is available almost everywhere. But the sad fact of evacuation is where will you go? The buildings they tell you to go to are not Hurricane reistent and will be packed, you can't get on the highways and as for gas forget it. The real question is survival until and if the government can react. So be ready to get out of the problem areas asap, don't wait. The haves just do not worry, they have the means to go. Make sure you have shelter, food, clothing medical and everything else in the disaster planner. Wait and you got problems. A good first start heads up. PS: Sadly, I did Disaster Planning all my life and people do not get ready until necessary. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Carolyn Jones from Marietta: (1 year 3 days ago.) Thank you for the great information written from the perspective of your own experience.I like your straightforward no-nonsense style.Best wishes, Cari Jones. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Mother's Day and Everyday from a Mom's Point of View Lori from Tulsa, OK.: (1 year 14 days ago.) Being a Mom is the most rewarding career choice in the world. They do grow up too fast, and we do wonder if they are ready to face the world...get married...have their own children. We have to trust in God, because the foundation was laid in Him, and thankfully He is always with them....when we can't be. Also, those times that we may have messed up, God was still there....and creating something good at that moment, as only He can do. Great article!! Response from LM Davids (5,421) Fun Web Sites - Great Sites to Explore on the Internet Lori K from Oklahoma: (1 year 16 days ago.) Thanks for letting me know about the"fun with words" website. I know what I will be doing tomorrow instead of working....:o) Sounds like it will be the perfect game spot for me! Also the "unasked" website sounds really fun and interesting as well. Thank you for sharing these ideas. Response from LM Davids (5,421) Hairstyle Tips for Women in Their 40s and 50s -- How to Know It Is Time for a Change Linda Bridges from Chiang Mai, Thailand: (1 year 25 days ago.) Thanks for your good comments. I would have loved to see a photo of the new you! I am in that category of 55 and looking for a new dooo! :-) Response from LM Davids (5,421) What Exactly Is Christmas? tgh from ghhjj: (1 year 154 days ago.) this article was very very helpful thanks:) Response from LM Davids (5,421) How to Make Your Christmas Preparations Easier and Less Stressful Martin from Texas: (1 year 167 days ago.) Excellent ideas, especially the last one. This is the season of giving, after all! Hairstyle Tips for Women in Their 40s and 50s -- How to Know It Is Time for a Change LM Davids from Houston, TX: (1 year 344 days ago.) Friend from Houston: you are kind, but not very brave! friend from Hosuton, TX: (1 year 344 days ago.) I know Ms. Davids. That picture really IS old! Great article! So, What's Wrong With Christmas? P Fargo from Colorado Springs, CO: (2 years 145 days ago.) Great point, Lorrie. I never thought of Halloween as a religious holiday. And Merry Christmas to you! Response from LM Davids (5,421) D. Paul from US: (2 years 145 days ago.) Lorrie that was well thought. You've been watching the O'Reilly Factor haven't you? Not many other |
