auburn opelika: Think you can't overcome it? I know you can!
- 06/13/08 03:42 AM
The following is a quote written by Helen Keller, and I thought it was a wonderful reminder that even though our journey in life is sometimes bumpy, it is during these times that we grow and learn the most. "The struggle of life is one of our greatest blessings. It makes us patient, sensitive, and Godlike. It teaches us that although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it." If we are not challenged, sometimes we become complacent and all of our gits and talents are not fully used and explored. When you are going through the storm, … (7 comments)
auburn opelika: Could you go to jail for not cutting your grass?
- 06/09/08 04:06 AM
Could you go to jail for not cutting your grass? This is exactly what the city council ruled in Canton, Ohio. The mayor of the town was quoted as saying "this is exactly what we need to clean up our town." Part of the reason for this was the premise that uncut grass cut down on the value of homes. For more information on this topic please visit the following website: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080603/ap_on_fe_st/odd_grass_cutting_penalty What are your thoughts on this subject? Do any of the cities you live in have similar ordinances in place? Sounds like they are very serious about having well maintained yards. … (8 comments)
auburn opelika: Come join the fun at the 16th Annual Fishing Rodeo in Auburn, Alabama!
- 06/06/08 01:36 AM
The Auburn Parks and Recreation Department will host the 16th Annual Fishing Rodeo from 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at the lake in Auburn Technology Park South. This year's rodeo is in conjunction with the Water Works Wonders National Fishing and Boating Week. The family event is for children 12 and younger. More than $300 in door prizes will be given away to participants, and prizes will be awarded for the biggest fish and smallest fish caught. Participants are asked to bring their own fishing poles. The cost is $5 to participate, and bait will be provided. There is … (1 comments)
The following is a quote written by Helen Keller, and I thought it was a wonderful reminder that even though our journey in life is sometimes bumpy, it is during these times that we grow and learn the most. 
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