The Last Day of November 2010....a Little Break.... - 11/30/10 02:05 PM
 The wisdom found in a Child's storyDon't you just love [not too strong a word I think] when you watch a movie,or  DVD  of a 'child's story'that is filled with words & thoughts-- that kids won't "get".Beside the enjoyment for you in relishing the child's reactions & openness to the "fun";...you are the recipient of some words that can find a secure spot in your heart and brain;...you know that you have heard some 'pearls of wisdom' couched in a story-line for children;...you have found yourself glancing around to other adults in the space to see if they understand "It";...you know that … (4 comments)

BLACK FRIDAY...Predicted....Lived....Analysed...Michigan Style.. - 11/28/10 07:50 PM
The predictions began today, Tuesday November 23, 2010...Area [Michigan-wide] are going all out this year to bring in the shoppers...And to ring those registers.The Great Lakes Crossing Mall I-75 & Baldwin Roads-- is extending this shopping event for 21 hours straight;...the Mall will start at 12:00 midnight [Thursday] with all of the 180 stores opening at the stroke of Midnight;...the Mall is one of the largest indoor outlets in Michigan.The Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township--Hall Rd / M-59- East of Garfield--will continue it's free Appetizer for parties seated by 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at 7 of it's Restaurants, as they have done for … (11 comments)

It's the Day after Thanksgiving ..& Michigan is Moving forward... - 11/26/10 09:52 PM
     Nationally. the Rasmussen Poll states that 'more consumers are thinking of "buying American".In the www.macombdaily.com of Friday November 26, 2019 ans article by : Joseph Szczesny / Section C / pg 6 C"Car sales surging as year nears end" bodes well for the auto industry state-wide and hopefully Michigan-wide.November 2010 sees 12.23 million new cars sales-slightly down from October's 12.25 million But up from 2009 November sales of 10.93 million sales. Hopes are high for December to close out the year 2010 with growth numbers..   Third Quarter reports from the FHFA indicate that 20 major markets report home price gains;...where the prices … (23 comments)

More Michigan Business News - 11/22/10 08:52 PM
Swimming anyone--Competitive Swimming that is......A new company housed in Harper Woods, MI is moving training into the future of the sport;...Bruce Burton has spent 4 years in development of AvidaMetrics--athletic telemetry system;...The system is now reaching the market through the new store AvidaSports, Harper Woods, MI....Brother--Glenn Burton is vice president of Finance at the company,.Bruce Burton's daughter was on a team at Cranbrook Schools  in Bloomfield Hills, MI; it was through his observations at the practices, that he realized the coaches needed a 'smarter, more efficient method' for tracking the data from each swimmer.  The time for using only the stop-watch & … (4 comments)

Reflections on a Sunday's Revelations...on a Rainy Monday - 11/22/10 02:51 PM
[The light, though Grey in a Grey,wet atmosphere--Still Lights faithfully every Night.] It is indeed raining this Monday, but it is 59* here in our part of Macomb County, Michigan;  Take what I can get!:Remember the Carpenter's song--"Rainy Days and Mondays" ?  This was a sad song, even for the '70s;"talkin' to myself and feelin' old Sometimes i'd like to quit Nothing ever seems to fit Hangin' around Nothing to do but frown Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down"Can't get with those words;Can't get with the thought-process.In late Fall in Michigan & any other 'Northern State'  we tend to look upon rain as easier to shovel.  LOLIf … (0 comments)

Michigan Moves Forward...stock options from General Motors...2011 economic prognosis,political maneuvers... - 11/20/10 01:20 PM
Today's login was a snap; therefore I look upon that as a good omen;If I believe in Omens that is;If it really matters in the long run.We, the People can & will make the difference in our Individual states in this great Nation:Michigan Records:Political movements:Though our papers are focused upon the November elections here in Michigan;Though Michigan is not making the national scene lately;Though the divisions within our state are redrawing lines and taking up new defensive or offensive positions;This year[s]  [rest of 2010 & start of 2011] political, economic & business growth will be phenomenal.It is of interest to many, … (4 comments)

All decked out for the season - 11/18/10 03:54 PM
Come along and see what this listing looks like "all decked out for the season"Though I didn't have access at this time , nor persmission to decorate for the Holidays--this was constructed via www.picnik.com .After you have your4 photo choices go through the picnik offerings found under "Create"; Click on the various offerings from "Effects" , "Frames", "Seasonal"  and first & foremost Have Fun while you are running around the fields found in picnik.Once you are happy with & have saved your "decor" photos, return to the 'Home" page and on the right you wil find a section along the top where … (4 comments)

Mr Holder...Mr. A.G....So, how's this option working out???... - 11/18/10 01:41 PM
No explanation of photo REQUIREDObviously, most of the 'knowing' citizenry has been made aware of the "Civilian--First Civilian Trial "--verdict for Ahmed Ghailani.The jury involved is still listed as anonymous;The Judge is Lewis Kaplan;The defendant is Ahmed Ghailani;All true facts and no questions of them as such.Personal  culpability of the defendant have been probed.Reasons for Civilian over Military have been issued previously & discussions have ensued.Statements in 2009 by Mr. E. Holder that 'this is a must win...' have been recorded.Yesterday, on 285 [224 of which are for those individuals who were Killed] counts of murder--and 4500 injured; this jury found Mr. Ghailani--not guilty on any, … (4 comments)

Fly Me to the Moon...SEE what... is like...on Jupiter and MARS - 11/16/10 12:35 PM
Let's refresh our memory on the main words of this song--best remembered in  'Sinatra Smooth':" Fly me to the moon / Let me play among the stars; /  Let me see what spring is like  / On Jupiter and Mars."The article by Nicholas K. Geranios see: www.macombdaily.com / Tuesday Nov. 16,2010 / "Scientists propose one-way trip to Mars"  In this Country of ours that is probably split in ways not seen this side of the Civil War Tenets, it boggles the mindto realize that with all the pertinent problems we face in the "here-and-now" that a professor-- Dirk Schulze-Makuch, a professor from Washington State U. & … (10 comments)

Top Michigan Workplaces '10....Free Press Special Business Section... - 11/15/10 09:57 PM
Sunday's Free Press has a 24 page section D that has Honored the Top Workplaces in the State--pgs 1-15;...this competition was done in partnership with Workplace Dynamics;...Through this process, 41,000 employees have spoken about where they work;...The listing of 105 companies across the state have been recognized by their employees;...the companies were divided into Large, Mid Size, & Small companies.      The section is too inclusive and is an in-depth analyses [based on questions asked & answers] for me to do more than give you the reference link:   see: www.freep.com / Section D--Business / pg 1-15 / with Rt. Hand column by Tom Walsh. Do … (2 comments)

Weather Worries & Wonders...Prayers for those in Wisconsin & Minnesota] - 11/14/10 02:46 PM
This is Sal's friend;This is Sal's 34+ year old Friend;This is Sal's treasured Snow Thrower;This is no way a simple 'snow-blower';This is the Beast that almost took me straight up the 1/2 mile street in Harrison Twp many years ago;This is the "Thrower" that lived up to her name when a Novice--Me--attempted to maneuver it ["Her"];I was totally able to start, move into first gear [ie: forward], & the all important "Stop"  position. The problem was in trying to move into "Reverse" position....The snow was very deep and heavy;...The snow was falling as fast as one could clear;...The snow was that … (9 comments)

Michigan Business Folks on the Move---Macomb County Style - 11/13/10 04:25 PM
As many of you are aware this November we here in Macomb Co. voted for our new County Exec...so the Business atmosphere should be clearer & hopefully well supported.  The next Executive is Mark Hackel--present MC Sheriff;He did a good job as the head of the Security for our county & seems bent on bringing this County into the 21st century.  Keep tuned--January is not that far away.    Armada, MI  construction Business rebounds:...Orchard Construction, Inc is rounding the corner to a rebound;...Owner-Steve Nikkel acknowledges the 'long & difficult road" the company has taken;...In Business for over 20 years, they are the usual NOT an … (5 comments)

Michigan Business Folks On the Move...Oakland County Style... - 11/12/10 09:09 PM
Writing about Oakland County Business Movers; I must open with the "Chronicles of Narnia" theme at Twelve-Oaks Mall for this Christmas season:...seen on the Local 4 News earlier, we were alerted to the magic 7:00 p.m. arrival of Santa;...we were also taken on a tour of the theme areas;...one special area is "The Snow Globe Room"--where you as the shopper, are inside a huge Snow Globe;...'eatable' snow will start falling at the magic hour--the windows / glass areas that surround are actually    screens where 'clips' of the new Narnia film will be sown.  It looks marvelous; I suggest that you parents   take your … (8 comments)

Michigan Business Folks On-The-Move...Wayne county Style - 11/11/10 08:53 PM
Wayne Co.--Bakery offers new item......the Just Baked co. in Detroit is offering the "way to Have your Faygo & Eat it Too":    today saw the grand presentation of their New Faygo Cupcakes....the folks at the bakery decided to offer these new goodies in the Three favorite Flavors;...what Faygo Fan could pass up on Red Pop, Orange or Grape Cupcakes.More power to them at the bakery--this should be a great addition to their line of bake goods. Look for more innovative approaches from JustBaked. Co.Metro Detroit Malls are seeing "Green" for this Christmas Season......local Malls are expected to spend more on Displays for this … (4 comments)

Germ War-fare....Holiday Decor Disasters...Rodent Remains... - 11/11/10 10:15 AM
    The three items above have been the "reason for being out of commission" since the 5th of November........normally not one to 'give-in' to external attempts to shut me down;...usually able to snap-back with vigor;...freely finding ways to conquer any air-borne germ; found that Zinc, Zicam, & zippity-do-dah attitude did not work A shopping trip to one of our local Walmarts [which I like] on November 1st,... found a one woman-germ factory who gaily went about the aisles [mainly grocery] sneezing & coughing.    all the time explaining to a phone-friend, that, "yes I do be come down with something--    the rest in her native language other than "I go home … (4 comments)

11 /11 /'10......Honoring Our Veterans... - 11/10/10 07:02 PM
                                                                                  VETERANS  DAY....A DAY TO REMEMBER, RECALL , RESPOND... No one needs to be reminded that tomorrow is Veterans Day;There were times past when this day was a 'given' school day-off;Some businesses & offices were closed in observance of those who gave their ALL & those who are willing to so do; Mail was suspended;Only necessary retail entities were open.These days--other than U.S Mail service & Governmental Offices, being closed-- are 'business as usual'...that may strike some as wrong;...that may strike some as a 'so what' item;...that may strike some as 'what's new';...that may strike some who are Veterans, or Active Duty Military … (7 comments)

Fun on this Friday... - 11/05/10 12:57 PM
    This week has gone by with a quickness that usually brings forth the quote "we must be having fun....",you know the rest of the words.  
After the Vote on November 2nd, actually thought that time would slow down a bit, what with no more ads screaming at us; no more phone calls; no more flyer's in the mail.But, didn't anticipate the speed with which the parties are already planning for the 2012 election runs. Oh,come on--give us a break for awhile; isn't January 2011 soon enough?Yesterday Sal & I decided to get some "together time" by doing some trips outside of … (9 comments)

Michigan Business Movement....Thursday November 4, 2010 - 11/04/10 10:22 PM
Here in these segments on Michigan movement in Business I usually try list or speak to new, expanded or relocated Business ventures within our State.Today, however, the reports on Cable or TV, & the 2 major Newspapers are still digesting the events of November 2nd's voting results and what they may mean for Michigan and the country as well.Therefore, my 'pickings' are slim. But NOT if you are the featured Business people listed below:          Roseville, MI: Comics Store New Name & New Location:...Bob's Comics of Warren has been renamed "Liberty Comics" and it is not in Warren, but is in Roseville.   In 2009, … (4 comments)

George Anderson..."Sparky"...November 4, 2010 RIP Sparky A. - 11/04/10 12:56 PM
November 3, 2010...the Anderson Family informed the nation that " ...has been placed in the care of hospice at his home" --Thousand Oaks, CA.Dear Sparky..  Though your light has dimmed at this time in your life. Do know that your "Spark" for life will never falter.  You brought your style of managing to many fans & players alike.   Both Ohio & Michigan, neighboring States witnessed your abilities up close & personal.Your journey is moving on toward another 'dug-out', another 'team' , another state of existence, but the flame that you began here on earth will burn brightly.  The Foundation CATCH you began in … (4 comments)

More Michigan News...Looking Good Once again..... - 11/03/10 09:10 PM
Michigan may have turned the corner toward a more Business-like atmosphere with the newly elected Legislature and Governor. Marine City:Family Business Owner, Virginia Ladensack knows how to move from near collapse into New Concepts. ...The family business founded by her  father.  Ralph Baker nearly 30 years ago as a manufacturing and service on     machines dating back to the early 1900's. As the years passed, son Robert Baker & daughter Virginia Ladensack    became partners.  Various changes made over the years until the Fisher-Baker Corp. [with son Robert & Virginia L.]    in 1984 occupied the space at 420 S. Water.  The father Ralph Baker moved to Florida … (8 comments)

Michigan News....Moving along... - 11/02/10 03:18 PM
Many important items for YOU, here in Michigan...get in on the BeginningsEven though all the papers, TV & Radios today are turned into the Voting in progress, here are some additional items that are bringing opportunities to Michigan.Oakland County:November 4, 2010  Reminder:  Novi, MI...Novi, MI is presenting the "hiredMYway" expo at Rock Financial Showplace--46100 Grand River Ave.  Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.  This is a career expo that is an opportunity for Michigan job seekers to connect with companies,;  Who, collectively, are hiring more than 3,000 workers.  visit: www.hiredMYway.com ; call: Erinn O'Connor at 248-565-5400 or email: erino@hiredMYway.com Troy: Somerset Collections--3rd Store opens:...Tapper's Diamonds & Fine Jewelry has … (6 comments)

Senior Living....Healthy...Happy...High Fiving - 11/01/10 10:11 PM
                  Seniors this is our time; our golden years; We have paid our dues;  have worked hard;  raised our kidsNOW, GET OUT there and Party :   Travel;    Take the little one for a walk--THEN send him back home!!No matter where you live, we Seniors are the same;... Most of us are experienced in so many things--after all we did live before Cell Phones;...with no computers [except for those of business that took up whole floors at work];...in One Car families; ...actually knew how to take a bus all around our area;...some even remember the Blue Sundays where all stores were SHUT; We lived … (9 comments)

 
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