My husband unearthed a wonderful way to kill weeds that is non-toxic. Since I wouldn't let him use chemicals in our yard, he did a little research and experimentation. Vinegar is a perfect weed killer.
You pour white vinegar on a weed, blackberry bramble, or whatever you need to rid your yard of. Within hours the vinegar will shrivel up and kill whatever it was poured on. Safe, clean, non-toxic and cheap.
Give it a try . . .
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Sunday, December 2, 2012
My story poem, "The King's Ring" is now published!
I'm delighted to announce my children's story poem "The King's Ring" has been published! This playful piece is available in Spellbound Magazine, which is a fantasy e-magazine for kids.
If you are interested in this children's magazine and reading my poem, you can reach the publisher at her website: http://eggplantproductions.
She also plans to make the magazine available for purchase through Amazon.com and B&N.com.
If you are interested in this children's magazine and reading my poem, you can reach the publisher at her website: http://eggplantproductions.
She also plans to make the magazine available for purchase through Amazon.com and B&N.com.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Publisher is offering deal on book: Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna
My publisher, Lulu.com, is offering a discount on my book, and other books between November 23 and November 27. They are offering 30%. The coupon code is DELIRITAS.
So, if you haven't bought my book yet and are interested, this would be good time to purchase it. Also, Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna would make a good gift for anyone who enjoys science fiction/fantasy.
My friend Echo Ryan also has a book on Lulu.com. Her book is adult humor (very different than mine). It's entitled A Tale of Butts: The Story of a Couch. The whole book is told from a couches point of view.
Just some thoughts for anyone doing book shopping.
Happy Thanksgiving!
So, if you haven't bought my book yet and are interested, this would be good time to purchase it. Also, Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna would make a good gift for anyone who enjoys science fiction/fantasy.
My friend Echo Ryan also has a book on Lulu.com. Her book is adult humor (very different than mine). It's entitled A Tale of Butts: The Story of a Couch. The whole book is told from a couches point of view.
Just some thoughts for anyone doing book shopping.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Movie Viewing: Cloud Atlas
Tonight I saw the movie "Cloud Atlas." I really can't say if I liked or disliked this movie. The film fell into a strange category. During the nearly three hours of film, I felt like I was watching a hybrid of "Solyent Green," "Tron," and "Brave Heart." I often wished I had a remote so I could pause the footage to process what I had just seen, or catch a detail that I was certain was important to connect the various stories.
The actors played their multiple parts well, and not until I viewed the credits did I recognize some of the actors in the other rolls they played in the film. I certainly didn't recognize Hugh Grant as one of the cannibals.
This movie was a thinker, not in depth so much, but in trying to connect all the puzzle pieces. I do hope though, I don't end up with nightmares. This is absolutely not a film to take children too.
The actors played their multiple parts well, and not until I viewed the credits did I recognize some of the actors in the other rolls they played in the film. I certainly didn't recognize Hugh Grant as one of the cannibals.
This movie was a thinker, not in depth so much, but in trying to connect all the puzzle pieces. I do hope though, I don't end up with nightmares. This is absolutely not a film to take children too.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Rex has a forever home!
I am delighted to write today and tell the world that Rex has a forever home. He has relocated and is now living in a wonderful place with a fellow puppy that has become his best friend. He also has some children to play with as well, and is happy as can be. He has a glorious life ahead of him.
I thank everyone that has made his recovery and blissful future happen.
I thank everyone that has made his recovery and blissful future happen.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!
I hope everyone is having a wonderful and safe Halloween tonight.
I've been watching a 1974 version of Frankenstein with Jane Seymour in it. It's long, 3 hours. I have an hour left to go.
On the writing front, I had a poem accepted for publication. I'll reveal more of when and were it is coming out once the contract is signed. I'm even receiving a bit of coin for it. That's always a wonderful plus as a writer.
Also, Rex is still doing well. Again, I like to thank everyone for helping to support this wonderful dog through his recovery and search for a forever home.
More later. Enjoy your night.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Rex, Dog shot by Hoopa Police, made the paper again!
Rex was in the Time-Standard again with a lovely picture taken just this week. I just wish the Time-Standard would do their research more accurately and actually double check what they write. I found three errors, and in addition, they've still failed to interview the long list of names they have associated with Rex. This time the only names mentioned were Jean Durbin (and I'm not even sure who she is), and Karin Glinden.
There are many more people in Hoopa who care about Rex. Though, I'm going to point out here, those who have been standing up for Rex, and had their names printed in the paper over what happened in Hoopa, are receiving either "reprimands" or "memos" from the Superintendent of KTJUSD. Apparently he feels he now has to mend the district relationship with Tribal Police and is fearful that the insurance company may drop the district. With as bad as our insurance coverage is, I personally, don't think would be a bad thing.
I, personally, received a memo because I didn't personally tell my principal the dog was on campus, though my principal and vice-principal already knew and had seen the dog themselves (as well as about 50 other adults, who didn't receive memos). I was singled out because my name was in the paper. As you can see, that isn't going to stop me from spreading the word and doing what is right.
I know many people want to know what they can do to help, so here you go.
1) If you feel that Hoopa needs to have its contracts renewed with the county so it receives support services from the county sheriff and animal control, contact the following board of supervisors:
rsundberg@co.humboldt.ca.us
There are many more people in Hoopa who care about Rex. Though, I'm going to point out here, those who have been standing up for Rex, and had their names printed in the paper over what happened in Hoopa, are receiving either "reprimands" or "memos" from the Superintendent of KTJUSD. Apparently he feels he now has to mend the district relationship with Tribal Police and is fearful that the insurance company may drop the district. With as bad as our insurance coverage is, I personally, don't think would be a bad thing.
I, personally, received a memo because I didn't personally tell my principal the dog was on campus, though my principal and vice-principal already knew and had seen the dog themselves (as well as about 50 other adults, who didn't receive memos). I was singled out because my name was in the paper. As you can see, that isn't going to stop me from spreading the word and doing what is right.
I know many people want to know what they can do to help, so here you go.
1) If you feel that Hoopa needs to have its contracts renewed with the county so it receives support services from the county sheriff and animal control, contact the following board of supervisors:
rsundberg@co.humboldt.ca.us
If you are a tribal member, you may want to also contact your Tribal Leadership.
2) If you are concerned about Tribal Police issues, the people to contact are at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, feedback@bia.gov. Again, if you are a tribal member, contact Tribal Leadership as well.
3) If you want to help pay Rex's medical bill, contact the Sunny Brae Animal Clinic at 707-822-5124. The bill is under Karin Glinden's name, but if you remember Rex's name, they will find it.
4) If you are interested in being Rex's forever home, contact me through here, via my e-mail link.
5) If you want to help another dog on the reservation find a forever home, contact the Greater Rural Rescue (number listed in an earlier blog)
I thank you all for your support.
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