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Aw-w-w...Michigan...Really ? !!! - 12/31/09 11:51 AM
On the day of New Year's Eve:...is this really the message you want to send to MI. Seniors, Is IT?[ Earlier this month {Dec. 6, 2009 / Sunday Free Press / 1 A]...it was noted that MI is "..a haven for seniors"...in referencing the fact that many pensions for seniors in this State are not taxed...this cash-strapped state could see $700 M per year...among 43 states with income taxes, MI exempts more retiree income than any other....noted that most of the exemptions are for retired public sector seniors ...which leaves us out]Now, the plot-so-tospeak THICKENS The Macomb Daily / Thursday Dec.31, 2009 / 'Snowbirds' … (4 comments)
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Caller ID..Washington DC....Answering machine....NO MESSAGE...Sigh - 12/23/09 04:45 PM
Just a Sigh, a Gasp , a Question
A SIGH Moment:we received a phone call the other day--Don't Know from whom, About what, or the Reason why....we do not rate to be asked questions [survey], to hear the political points of persuasion, or a group attack on why-Yes or No.Oh Well, more than likely due to the fact of a recent 'survey POLL', received, answered AND when asked for whom he [Sal answered] voted in '08. HUNG UP upon. Wow.! Talk about a "Do not call list"A GASP Moment:National Home Sales2 days ago, or there abouts, reports heralded the news of '7% & change' UP tick in October, … (0 comments)
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Old...what is Old...here's a fun story for All - 12/22/09 02:15 PM
SO , are you Old ? Feeling Old ? Being told that you Are Old ? Well, don't Hang it up just yet .....Read this excerpt from: Roy H. Williams... www.MondayMorningMemo.com In 2003, the Las Vegas Hilton...on the stage where "Elvis appeared when he played Vegas". Roy was informed that his audience, coming from US, Canada, England, and Australia- all 1600 of them- are involved in the promoting 'fairs' in their areas. The purpose of this event was to address how to get the needed information collected [attendance #, highest draw entertainers, etc], ...presently utilizing the print media / Magazine approach. 1600 members & delegates waiting to … (4 comments)
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Walking With Dogs..Shout-out to Luke Constantino - 12/21/09 02:47 PM
Just read Luke's Blog "The Bag Lady in my Neighborhood" and he brought memories of dog-walking in our lifetime. Thank you Luke.Some Dog owners can pull this "Walking" thing with finesse....we, however, often found ourselves in a quandary, a embarrassing event, an altogether humiliating happening.If you find yourselves in the annuals of Dog Walking, then you know that this is a skill to be explored, investigated, learned, practiced & sustained....Over our lifetime, we have had the confusion, fun & pleasure of owning 5 Dogs--in various groupings....We have spent numerous Hours in the Vet's Office...Sal says that we [through owning 9 4-footed pals] actually … (4 comments)
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Thoughts on Angels..The Creator's..in Songs...in Snow...in Statues - 12/21/09 01:23 PM
Angels can be the "spotlight" in your Creche' for Christmas.[don't know just HOW our angel ornament became this bright light we have used the set-up for 8 Years] I accept it as a "Gift"Angels are the subject of many Religious Songs that we hear in the Christmas Season. They are beautiful and meaningful when they are preformed AS WRITTEN. In fact, one radio station here in our part of Macomb Co., Michigan --at 12:00 noon 'Christmas Music All day' began after Thanksgiving & continues to Christmas. A nice tribute and scheduling for the station. This Christmas, as you celebrate in your venues, may you be uplifted through … (0 comments)
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MI Legislature...passes Education Reform to join "Race to the Top"...Too Fast...Too Little ? - 12/20/09 08:45 PM
Grade school......... to Higher Grades....through to Graduation... To THINK OUT OF THE BOX !MICHIGAN'S Legislature took a Bold, forward step Saturday Night- -19 Dec. 2009Sunday's Macomb Daily pg 1A- 2A has an article by Tim Martin AP /...the "broad legislation--which also raises the state's dropout age from 16 to 18 and ties teacher evaluation to student test scores--will be signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm"This work which seemed to stall Friday Night over Charter Schools was resolved by the legislature before the end of December; thus allowing the state to apply for the President's Race to the Top program. Every State … (0 comments)
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a Shout-out to all Rainers who now are Southern Snow-ers - 12/19/09 07:34 PM
This is a photo of Sal taken Jan. 11, 2009We live in MichiganWe expect Snow-daysWe already have the implements primed & readySnow-Days are part of our HistoryBUT:Snow Days, Snow Depths, Snow-DEEP- Depths in our normally Southernweather type States. WOWBefore I go any farther, let me type a personal apology to AR BloggerDr Stacey Ann Baugh MD who in her blog placed photos of their areathis A.M. I suggested a snow-blower, BUT roads were impassable & many stores closed. So, Sorry to Stacey Baugh.Since her photos appeared, according to the reports on Fox C.N., all you in MD, DC, & VA, who normally don't … (2 comments)
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Today Started with a Laugh @ 1:00 A.M....Moving down as I Type... - 12/19/09 02:25 PM
27 * NOW 22-25 * NIGHT Snow on roads Snow Showers due Macomb Co. drive CAREFULLY; SLOW down as per Conditions What is your life worth--a few more seconds on the WayThough it was technically Today at 1:00 A.M., I was still up reading a good book;...the female home owner's son, across the street, was hosting another Friday Nite sorrier; these start around 7-8:00 p.m. with 1 or 2 cars, with the majority of attendees arriving after 10:30 p.m. Last evening was no exception to the record. Noise, cars coming & going, returning, & one that seems to sit around … (0 comments)
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A song - titled "What a Difference a Day Makes.."...is Too Long for MI. events - 12/18/09 09:46 PM
School Districts up-dates and additions:...East Detroit...where all the School Unions previously proposed to the Board that contracts be revisited in order to cut the Budget; Yesterday, the EDSD school Board did meet and at the conclusion did come up with a plan to cut the Budget $2.2M of the deficit. There are additional cuts needed to balance. While the final plan must be readied for presentation by January, the Board must include projected cuts & savings drawn from the upcoming contract negotiations with all the bargaining units. As the 5 unions have already proposed these re-negotiations, things may work out for the … (2 comments)
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3 Michigan Men in Macomb Co...1 young, moving forward, 1service disabled, moving-in & 1 seasoned, getting medaled - 12/18/09 03:26 PM
Oh, Michigan, my Michigan... stand up , take your Bow... 3 of your Residents being recognized ....and it is happening NOW.Anthony Velazquez....Romeo resident, 2000 Grad from Romeo HS...now CA resident; ...coming home to family celebrations for Christmas; sharing his story of dreams to successes. as seen in the Wednesday Dec. 16 Macomb Daily / Sec. C. "Your Business" 1 C / article by: Rita Rose MC Special Writer: "From small town to the big screen" ---tells the story of Anthony's move to CA to expand his dreams, that resulted in his Acting & Modeling Careers, which he explains "..It's going good. It's not what I … (0 comments)
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Did you receive Your Letter..did you get Your Phone Call..All MI. Seniors-- - 12/18/09 01:24 PM
34* Now 28* Tonight 75% Humidity No rain No snow one more day to have "No Accidents" Driving in Macomb Co.In those days, "long past"... while growing up in the '50's & '60's, Age was a term, a word, a meaning-less stage in evolution when one was a teen. It was a word-term that was stressed as a;....goal to attain....position to respect....status to revereYeah, right, as long as one DID respect the parental & educational Entities--one was allowed to reside alongside of them with ease and comfort.My Mom used to say, when in her 60's, ..."I've paid my dues....I can be & say whatever I … (4 comments)
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Michigan Movements...both forward & back... - 12/17/09 09:07 PM
MICHIGAN sometimes appears as the forgotten state, the 'example of:....what_not_to_do_in_state_government.....how to muck_up_the_business_climate....line up for "Cash from his stash" as seen recently on national TV....new idea to charge those who bottle Michigan Waters for resale, a $.10 per bottle charge; as a way to raise revenues for the state.....the State previously spoke of charging a $.10 deposit per bottle. Wisely, that was not voted in as law. Time to set the Record Straight;Michigan does have high "Under Water" homeowners, joining with CA, AR, FL, GA, NV, VA, we do have one of the highest number of borrowers owing more than Home is presently worth. That … (0 comments)
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Michigan Movements...Macomb County 'Hi-lites' - 12/17/09 01:44 PM
27* Now 24* Tonight Sunshine Snow Flurries Winds Light / Varied ...another Macomb Co. good Driving DayToday's Newspapers have brought some very good news:....not listing the actual facts used to determine HOW rate was calculated, the Michigan's un-Employment [spelling on purpose] rate has DROPPED--we are now at 14.7%...Macomb County's rate was 17.4 in October--have we turned around in this County? That would be magnificent. I will keep on-top of this. ...however you calculate this--the fact is that Michigan's jobless rate presently is at its lowest point since May....Reality Check: Michigan lost 14,000 non-farm payroll jobs in November ---6,000 = Retail, 5,000 = Manufacturing, 4,000 = Government ---Companies added about 8,000 Professional & Business … (0 comments)
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If Wishes were Horses...I'd own a stable..& try not to get trampled - 12/16/09 03:34 PM
19.5* Now 13 * Later No snow No rain No winds Perfect Reason to Drive with CARETo the Title with my take on it:...If Wishes were Horses I'd own a Stable to Care 4 & Ride them as long as I'm Able ...If Wishes were Horses...more than likely I Would get trampled, at least in the beginning;you see, I have many, many wishes; and too many Horses in the care of onenot proficient would not benefit anyone. Sometimes Wishes & Love of the Wish, is just simply not enough....I print, preach, talk & type Personal Responsibility promote financial & ethical care & control strive to lead, if I … (0 comments)
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Drove on Angel wings,..On God's Breath..what a difference in a Day - 12/15/09 06:28 PM
27* Now 18* Tonight Icy Patches Fast Drivers Ah!, Michigan Winter DrivingI had been having problems with my RendezvousIt is the color, year of the one Tiger drove in the commercialsHope that his problems aren't the reason for my 'dead cell' LOLActually, for the past few weeks, I had been telling Sal that the Remote was not working correctly;Asked about batteries usedAsked if they could be changed by us...butApparently, the "check the remote" was not qu-i-te soon enough;Angel Wings surrounded this car yesterday--as I went to 3 different stores--which meant:...4 starts...4 stops...3parking lot stands [by the car]...interior warning lights going … (2 comments)
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Mine...all MINE...meaningful words..."here are YOUR Keys" - 12/15/09 01:10 PM
32* Now 18* Tonight Not unexpected Not to be ignoredWhat a glorious Sight..to Home BuyersAs we move deeper into the last month of 2009, many out there are considering a 2010 purchase of a new HomeIf hoping or planning to utilize the extended Tax Credit--I hope that waiting is over soon as all Signed Contracts must be dated no later than 30 April, 2010.This new Home potential thrill brings with it memories for all of us who "Were there-Did That" in years past; some of us years Very Far Passed as applied to the 1st Home Purchase.I bought MY first home as a … (0 comments)
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The Weather Outside is CHILLY....That's because it IS Michigan...in DECEMBER - 12/14/09 08:37 PM
40* Now 30* Tonight No Snow No SleetEven though the weather is anything but delightful; It isn't 'frightful' with only drizzle aroundIt makes for easier Work DrivesIt definitely makes for quicker Shopping TripsMichigan in December is often unpredictable and can be treacherous on the roads;Though we here have not had 'regular weather', nor have we really had 4 Seasons;But, most who have lived in Michigan for any length of time, WAIT! Don't FRET!; Take a BREATH!and... it Will CHANGE.True to that long-lasting, fun, phrasing--we are due for Snow showers, Colder Days and even Colder Nights for the rest of the week. Again, this … (0 comments)
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Some Up-Lifting items...on a Dark, Dreary,December Day...in Michigan - 12/13/09 09:02 PM
37*--now 29*--tonight not so frosty today not so windy tonightOn this dark, damp & dreary December day; there are some interesting things that you really should hear about:Did you KNOW...Sat. 12 Dec. 2009 in Thomas Township, Saginaw, MI.a real American History Buff--Richard Heft--joined Our Creator....in 1958, as a Lancaster, Ohio High School Junior in an American History classMr Heft designed the 50-Star American Flag that we all know and use today;He received a B- on the assignment as there were ONLY 48 States then. The teacher stated that if Congress adopted [accepted] the design, he would change the grade....in 1960--with the help of then Rep. … (0 comments)
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So, you are Down-sizing....Some Christmas ideas to Share - 12/12/09 03:54 PM
As you choose which "treasured items" to cut down, always remember"The REASON FOR THE SEASON"..the Fabric Creche is one set-up that will stay with us no matter the size of our new Home. [ all photos edited in www.picnik.com you will like that program--can be SLOW, but it's fun ]Even if you don't know where your New Home will be,but do know that you will be moving:.... then this year is the time to display ALL treasures.Place them all around you & enjoy them.....time enough in January to choose which will be moving along with you.We [ mostly ME] started this paring down since last year; found a Church … (0 comments)
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OK!.. WHERE are THEY!...Who took THEM.. - 12/11/09 06:51 PM
Weather Bug states: a balmy 20.7* Brisk winds Macomb Co. MIThe day started with sun, winds, & light snow:It was a Happy Time for all [ AND, I do not know how the Italics came on just now-but will enjoy it for the time allowed.]+ Well, it appears that I cannot turn the button OFF. so+ back to the post: Since it is the 11th of Dec., I decided it was time to start wearing all the Christmas items that have been hanging around here from the years spent in Education.+ found everything lickity-split, but when I opened the drawer containing … (0 comments)
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IT is, What IT is..that is..... 'til IT ISN'T - 12/10/09 08:20 PM
Weather-Bug reports a balmy 13* here in our part of Macomb Co. MI. don't need Wind Chill--it IS cold!A decade ago, we all had an English-lesson of sorts when we heard..."it depends on what the definition if is, IS>"No, that is incorrect: the definition of "is" stays constant:...Webster's states that...is: 3rd person singular personal ...tense of BE...Be...to exist, live, continue...So, "is" equals existence, life, continue [to exist]No confusion thus far:The central word that can be defined is "IT"...referencing Webster's again: 'it' = inanimate object, collection, idea, situation, also, infant, animal, group, unidentified person.This clarification should be a mandatory lesson for anyone in a "leadership" position, … (0 comments)
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Food Facts for Fat-Feeling Folks....or Diet- Decisions - 12/09/09 08:31 PM
Jack is a Busy Boy tonightSo, Let's wrap up in the warmest blanketLet the winds blow...the snows comeAnd...talk about FOODThe first topic will be the "Cookie Diet"....the WSJ for 08 Dec. 2009in the Personal Journal section / Health & Wellness. Melinda Beck covers the long & short of the Cookie Diet...the diet does NOT let you shop at the Bakery Store and buy all the 'wonders of your eye', NO, insteadthese diets make you eat THEIR cookies--all day---only cookies. She offers the three major choices:...Smart for Life--105 calories per, 15 gr. carbs, 2.5 gr. fat. 5 gr.protein = $134.00for two week … (0 comments)
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Tell it Like it IS, Hamlet !.... [3/1-- William Shakespeare] - 12/09/09 12:30 PM
"To be, or not to be; that is the question; Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the Slings and Arrows of outrageous fortune."....As is true with many great writings & Authors; Literature well penned will & doestranscends the passage of time....the collected works of European Authors ...the Constitution & writings of OUR Forefathers...the combination of ALL the great ReligionsThese examples of words put to Paper [regardless if Parchment, Scroll, or Paper] admonish the good over the bad, the well-thought out over the spontaneousas Hamlet [Shakespeare] goes on to say:..."OR to take arms against a sea of troubles;and, by opposing end them?" In situations … (2 comments)
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STAY! TOTO!..Stay in that Basket! - 12/08/09 09:46 PM
[I know, this is NOT a Basket, and TOTO is Black--but it is the ONLT gif found]This is still being posted in MichiganThere is no tornado forecast for us [ rain, sleet, & snow IS ]We have not seen a Wicked Witch from the West, either, SO-O-O. Why the "Wizard of Oz" reference....in reading the "Michigan Capitol, Confidential for November / December 2009 on the back page under the category "MichiganVotes.org [the V is a Red Check mark} we were presented with a sampling of proposed state laws---these can be found on: www.MichiganVotes.org. the Senate Bill 904--Revise "green schools" criteria....it is designed to … (2 comments)
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MICHIGAN'S-- Marvelous, Maddening, Monday, Moments - 12/07/09 06:59 PM
If Truth be told; all the moments did NOT happen this Monday/However, many of them were printed, or announced on TV over the weekend;And some are "Hot off the Press", if one can call the e-version Paper --the PressMarvelous:...Mortgage rates are so great here- lowest = 1 Dec. @4.57%highest = 5 /6 Dec @4.81Today = 7 Dec. @4.75% Fantastic Folks....General Motors Co. announced today Monday that it will invest $336M. in a Michigan plant that will build its new rechargeable electric car called the "Volt" due in showrooms next year. +the investment in an existing factory that straddles the border between Detroit and the tiny enclave of … (0 comments)
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OK...You got us....we admit it....we ARE OLD - 12/05/09 07:32 PM
Ok, OK, we admit it...we will never see 55 again, & not 65 either..But, we are much closer to this gif ... than this other one pictured.You know when you reach a certain age, the Milestone one; the one not celebrated.You have no problem being reminded of the aging process...the cracking knees...the strange wrinkles that appear 'out of nowhere'...the receding hairline...the expanding 'other areas / body parts'...the stranger in the store window...the strange-stranger in the A.M. Mirror...the 'why did I come into this room' moments...the 'putting away of things, so safely that you can't find them...the butter-tub switch in the fridge [hey, this … (6 comments)
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History.....the Great Leveler...is calling - 12/05/09 12:04 PM
History must be more than:.... the passage of Time ....the sifting of Sands through the Hourglass ....the Pendulum of Dominoes.....the roll of the Dice ...the height of the stepThink of any other clever analogy, and it still comes down to the real definition of history: History = HIS-STORY misspelled purposely and with the generic use of 'his'History is YOUR story.As stated in the movie "Beowulf"....History is his story, for his story is all that a man has; all that is truly his; all that he has to leave for and give to the other.What is YOUR story; how will time define YOU; orare YOU waiting for the :"Cliff … (0 comments)
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Swim with the Sharks.....Row with the Rubber Ducky...Business Plans - 12/04/09 02:46 PM
A True Story--with Company Name & Dept. area NOT identified;Those of you who work, worked, or know someone who does, did WILL recognize where !The Story:...company / management hired an Outside Motivational Representative...his job--turn the Dept. into a feeding frenzy via the Shark approach to work...presentation / concept- GOOD...reception - BAD...6 mo. out--He QUIT...all involved received this Great 12oz. Mug...I have appropriated it. Funny story-or perhaps Sad if you were that particular Rep.However, Did you know that You can swim with the Sharks and not Be a Shark;True: the Pilot Fish and the Remora species also swim with and provide a service to … (2 comments)
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Name Change to Reflect Growth - 12/03/09 07:07 PM
We have not changed; well, at least in ways this gif can demonstrate;so, why the posting:as the literary quote states: "A Rose by any other name, will still smell as sweet..."We still smell as Sweet ???...NO, that's not right.We are as beautiful as Roses...Yeah, Right.We are sweet and smell good? OK...that may be true, but still not the reason here.We are still Partners in Life and in BusinessWe will remain so for the futureWe have made some Business Changes, however that impact our REALTOR Business:...as of this Fall, 2009....we decided that my license will be placed into the KW Holding Co. and … (2 comments)
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Leader...Lemming.... AH, One CONUNDRUM of Life - 12/03/09 02:28 PM
Life has a way of handing out the virtual & real 'slaps-upside-the-head.Using the definition of Conundrum as:...'a riddle wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma" and, the acceptance of the definition of Enigma as:...something that baffles the mind and cannot be explained"The following thoughts / questions spring to the fore-front;... is One an advocate for, booster of & co-conspirator to personal experiences / events in life based on whether we choose to be a Leader or a Lemming?What makes us decide when to: Make things happen; Watch what happens; or Wonder " What Happened?' [ a quote from a Business-based poster of the "three Monkeys" ]Interestingly, as … (0 comments)
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'Tis the Season...Ramp Up, Rev Up YOUR Security Steps - 12/02/09 12:12 PM
ALWAYS, always, keep your Eyes open; ...check who is entering...check the rear-view of who is leaving the premises....check what your Clients may be doing...check that the owner has taken needed safety steps.Today, 2 Dec. 2009 in one of our Local papers-'The Macomb Daily', a paragraph length snippet appeared: A police report from one of the County's larger cities, states that:' sometime between Oct. 3, 2009 and Nov.23, 2009 the homeownerwho in the process of moving, noted that a diamond necklace and 2 watches were taken from a dresser drawer. This happened when the "occupants of the home" were not present during 'numerous showings'Whether … (2 comments)
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Had a Skirmish with a Light Bulb...& the Light Bulb WON - 12/02/09 04:19 AM
Does anyone out there know the answer--Who makes the rules for the battle between bulb and human?Does anyone else have these experiences?--or are just ours aloneDoes anyone know why I am typing this so early on 2 Dec. 2009---oh,oh oh, I doYou see, yesterday 1 Dec.2009, was a PSD day for me. PSD? poor shoe decision!We had run out of many items, including, but not limited to household staples, ink, & other things like food; being the designated shopper, I went to the various stores. Did really fine until walking across the 4th parking lot into the 4th cement floored store.By … (3 comments)
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SAND...To build...Make castles...Climb dunes....Forming glass....SHIFTING - 12/01/09 09:37 PM
SAND...what do you think of, when you hear the word SAND/...the tranquility of a beach...natures undulating, wide expansions of desert...the dunes, from those called embryo , mobile,semi-fixed, fixed, to slacks & scrub...the formations that are man-made called 'castles' some very intricate ...perhaps you recall the Biblical versesHowever you think of sand, IF you think about sand--you will admit that sand has and will continue to play an important part in our lives.We hear daily, lately, about the "shifting sands of our world". the "building of sand castles in the sky"-a reference to the recent [& continuing] situation in Dubai. the "sifting sands of Time"-often … (0 comments)
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