Work At Home As A Call Center!

My friend Betsy saw an interesting segment on Good Morning America about working from home as a call center. The show mentioned three companies that recruit people for the work, Alpine Access, VIPDesk, and Willow CSN. Let’s hope more Americans take on the job! I am so sick of getting someone from India when I have a problem. Keep jobs in America!

Once A Trap Was Baited…

I have fond memories of my mother telling me the first verse of this poem when I was a child. She would say the first part of a sentence and have me say the last word. I remember how I loved when she would clap here hands together when the trap closed on the poor mousey!

They Didn’t Think
Once a trap was baited
With a piece of cheese;
It tickled so a little mouse,
It almost made him sneeze.
An old rat said, “There’s a danger,
Be careful where you go!
“Nonsense!” said the other,
“I don’t think you know!”
So he walked in boldly –
Nobody in sight –
First he took a nibble,
Then he took a bite;
Close the trap together
Snapped as quick as wink,
Catching mousey fast there,
‘Cause he didn’t think.
Once there was a robin,
Lived outside the door,
Who wanted to go inside
And hop upon the floor.
“No, no,” said the mother,
“You must stay with me;
Little birds are safest
Sitting in a tree.”
“I don’t care,” said Robin,
And gave his tail a fling,
“I don’t think the old folks
Know quite everything.”
Down he flew, and kitty seized him
Before he’d time to blink;
“Oh,” he cried, “I’m sorry,
But I just didn’t think.”

 Phoebe Cary

(1824-1871)

32nd Week on the Diet

Current Weight: 257 lbs Weight Loss This Week: 0 lbs Total Weight Loss So Far: 8 lbs.

Well the two weeks worked and I lost some weight! Unfortunately the following two weeks I went back to my old habits. I just can’t seem to get motivated. I also haven’t exercised in about a month! The task is so daunting and I am so not into it. I have switched diet coaches and now go on Thursaday mornings. Maybe the switch will give me a boost. Will someone please come out with a magic pill!

What’s Your Birth Number?

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 I found this on another blog and thought I would give it a try! I really am a typical 2, other than being shy! How about you?

Birth Numbers

Your birth date describes who you are, what you’re good at and what your inborn abilities are. It also points to what you have to learn and the challenges you’re facing. To figure out your Birth Number, add all the numbers in the Birth Date together, like in the example, until there’s only one digit.
A Birth Number doesn’t prevent you from being anything you want to be, it may just colour your choices differently and/or give you a little insight.

Example March 20, 1950

3 + 20 + 1950 = 1973

1 + 9 + 7 + 3 = 20

2 + 0 = 2

Keep going until you end up with a single digit number.

#1 THE ORIGINATOR
#2 THE PEACEMAKER
#3 THE LIFE OF THE PARTY
#4 THE CONSERVATIVE
#5 THE NONCONFORMIST
#6 THE ROMANTIC
#7 THE INTELLECTUAL
#8 THE BIG SHOT
#9 THE PERFORMER

# 1 – THE ORIGINATOR
1’s are originals. Coming up with new ideas and executing them is natural. Having things their own way is another trait that sometimes gets them pegged as being stubborn and arrogant. 1’s are extremely honest and would do well to learn some diplomacy skills. They like to take the initiative and are often leaders or bosses, as they like to be the best. Being self-employed is definitely helpful for them. Lesson to learn: Others’ ideas could be just as good – stay open minded.

Famous 1’s
Tom Hanks, Robert Redford, Hulk Hogan, Carol Burnett, Wynona Judd, Nancy Reagan, Raquel Welch

#2 – THE PEACEMAKER
2’s are born diplomats. They’re aware of others’ needs and moods and often think of others before themselves. Naturally analytical and very intuitive, they don’t like to be alone. Friendship and companionship is very important and can lead them to success in life, on the other hand they’d rather be alone than in an uncomfortable relationship. Being naturally shy, they need to learn to boost their self-esteem and express themselves freely, seize the moment and not put things off.

Famous 2’s
Bill Clinton, Madonna, Whoopie Goldberg, Thomas Edison, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

# 3 – THE LIFE OF THE PARTY
3’s are idealists. They are very creative, social, charming, romantic, and easygoing. They start many things, but don’t always see them through. They like others to be happy and go to great lengths to achieve it. They are very popular and idealistic. They should learn to see the world from a more realistic point of view.

Famous 3’s
Alan Alda, Ann Landers, Bill Cosby, Melanie Griffith, Salvador Dali, Jodi Foster

# 4 – THE CONSERVATIVE
4’s are sensible and traditional. They like order and routine. They only act when they fully understand what they are expected to do. They like getting their hands dirty and working hard. They are attracted to the outdoors and feel an affinity with nature. They are prepared to wait and can be stubborn and persistent. They could learn to be more flexible and to be nice to themselves.

Famous 4’s
Neil Diamond, Margaret Thatcher, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tina Turner, Paul Hogan, Oprah Winfrey

# 5 – THE NONCONFORMIST
5’s are the explorers. Their natural curiosity, risk taking, and enthusiasm often land them in hot water. They need diversity, and don’t like to be stuck in a rut. The whole world is their school and they see a learning possibility in every situation. The questions never stop. They are well advised to look before they take action and make sure they have all the facts before jumping to conclusions.

Famous 5’s
Abraham Lincoln, Charlotte Bronte, Vincent Van Gogh, Bette Midler, Helen Keller

# 6 – THE ROMANTIC
6’s are idealistic and need to feel useful to be happy. A strong family connection is important to them. They have a strong urge to take care of others and to help. They are very loyal and make great teachers. They like art or music. They make loyal friends who take the friendship seriously. 6’s should learn to differentiate between what they can change and what they cannot.

Famous 6’s
Albert Einstein, Jane Seymour, John Denver, Meryl Streep, Christopher Columbus, Goldie Hawn

#7 – THE INTELLECTUAL
7’s are the searchers. Always probing for hidden information, they find it difficult to accept things at face value. Emotions don’t sway their decisions. Questioning everything in life, they don’t like to be questioned themselves. They’re never off to a fast start; their motto is slow and steady wins the race. They come across as philosophers and being very knowledgeable, and sometimes as loners. They are technically inclined and make great researchers. They like secrets. They live in their own world and should learn what is acceptable and what isn’t in the world at large.

Famous 7’s
William Shakespeare, Lucille Ball, Michael Jackson, Joan Baez, Princess Diana

# 8 – THE BIG SHOT
8’s are the problem solvers. They are professional, blunt and to the point, have good judgment and are decisive. They have grand plans and like to live the good life. They take charge of people. They view people objectively. They let you know in no uncertain terms that they’re the boss.

Famous 8’s
Edgar Cayce, Barbara Streisand, George Harrison, Jane Fonda, Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Nostrodamus

#9 – THE PERFORMER
9’s are natural entertainers. They are very caring and generous, giving away their last dollar to help. With their charm, they have no problem making friends and nobody is a stranger to them. They have so many different personalities that people around them have a hard time understanding them. They are like chameleons, ever changing and blending in. They have tremendous success, but can suffer from extremes in fortune and mood. To be successful, they need to build a loving foundation.

Famous 9’s
Albert Schweitzer, Shirley MacLaine, Harrison Ford, Jimmy Carter, Elvis Presley

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Kudos: Ragtags

Lost in Stuff Is Now Open!

Well my first online store, Lost in Stuff, is now online and open for business! Basically it is a holding place for things that don’t sell on my auctions on eBay. I had a store on eBay, but it was $16.00 a month and they recently raised their listing fees, and final value fees. It was just getting too expensive to keep the stuff from my cellar on there! It probably will take a long time before I sell anything on the new store, but it was fun putting it together. Take a look at Lost in Stuff and comment here what you think!

Barry Manilow To Have Hip Surgery!

Barry Manilow

I just heard recently that Barry Manilow is scheduled to undergo hip surgery! Just hearing the news made me feel so old! I was never a huge fan of Barry’s, but liked some of his greatest hits. There is something about When October Goes, that always makes me cry. It probably ties into the fact that I am also getting older and look back at my younger days with a fond memory. Well gotta dash, I’m off to the Copa!

Six Flags New England is Loser of the Week

Six Flags New England amusement park stinks! Let me tell you first about their discounted web price. The normal admission price at their congested gate is $49.99, and that doesn’t include the highway robbery price of $15.00 they charge for parking. If you go to their website, it states that you can save $10.00 by purchasing online. This is not true! After sending in your credit card number you are presented with your delivery options. You can have them shipped for a fee, or you can have them printed out on your printer for $3.00! I am using my ink and my paper and they are charging me $3.00? Not to mention the money they are saving by not having to pay someone to physically sell me a ticket. Outrageous, I say, Outrageous! To top off my already bad mood, the parking attendant welcomed us by jokingly saying, “Welcome to Disneyland“! I yelled at him, “I don’t think so!” An undiscounted ticket to the “Happiest Place on Earth” costs $59.00 with a parking fee of $10.00 for a total of $69.00. An undiscounted ticket to Six Flags New England is $49.99 plus $15.00 parking for a total of $64.99. Six flags is cheaper by $4.01! But this is really not true since Six Flags charges for their fastpass system a fee of $25.00 to $50.00 per person! At Disneyland it’s free! If you want to go on their virtual ride there is a fee, while at Disneyland it is included in your admission. “Welcome to Disneyland?” I think not!

Now about the park itself! It is ugly and falling apart. The paint is peeling on most rides and the place is filthy! The layout creates bottlenecks at every turn and all the rides are extremely slow loading. There are no attractions that can accomodate a large number of guests to attend at busy times. The shows are few and far between and mediocre at best. The food is god awful!

 

Here are some photos of this awful place!

Paint Peeling at Six Flags New EnglandPaint Peeling at Six Flags New England

Paint Peeling

Unhappy camper at Six Flags New England

Unhappy Camper!

More photos of Lousy Six Flags New England Here! 

 

 

Six Flags New England is my Loser of the Week!