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Speechless Sunday: All our Christmas decorations, lights are down. Are yours packed away too?Well in all fairness two items are still in the back yard.  See for yourself, but don't tell Diane:))She was busy packing things away and was making sure I kept the decorations down for her to be able to pack it away till the next time. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach out to me directly!! If you are considering buying or sellin... 01/05/2025

January Challenge…Digitizing Remember when you had to plan how many pictures you took? If you went on vacation or to a special event such as a birthday party, you wanted to make sure you had enough film with you.  And you were careful of what you took a picture of because you didn’t want to waste your film!  Thank goodness for digital photos!Looking back, it looks like my first digital photos were taken in 2000. They are all backed up in Cyberville as well as other external harddrives.  However, there are still countless photos I have from before I was born that need to be saved in a digitized format. Some I’ve done but there are many more I want to do.  This is a goal of mine for this year. When Hurricane Irma hit us in Delray Beach in 2017, I placed my photo albums and other photos in... 01/06/2025

I know many don't watch football when some of the players would kneel.   I get it.    When you have been a Bronco fan for so long, you can't help get excited when they play well for the year, and get excited about games. Today they are playing the #1 seed - Kansas City Chiefs in Denver.    We have beat them in our stadium, so it CAN be done.  Can they?   We have many new players and will they get nervous and make mistakes?  It may help that Kansas City will bench the key players, including Patrick Mahomes and Kelce.   They could help. The Broncos MUST WIN today, or they will be out of the playoffs, which will be sad.  They have made great strides and are playing very well this year, and could be Bo Nix. GO BRONCOS! 01/05/2025

A recipe from the kitchen of Will Hamm.    Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 ½ cups chunky salsa 1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained ¾ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip) 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 cups crushed tortilla chips 2 cups Colby cheese Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain. Stir salsa, corn, salad dressing, and chili powder into the skillet until well combined. Layer 1/2 of the ground beef mixture in an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish; top with 1/2 of the tortilla chips and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat layers once more. Bake, uncovered, ... 01/14/2025

January 6th Puzzle - National Bean Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 01/06/2025

January 5th Puzzle - National Bird Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 01/05/2025

Trivia question answers for Saturday January 4, 20251. What month is the Calgary Stampede held in? July2. What year did the invasion of Normandy take place? 19443. Who was the second man to set foot on the moon? Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin4. Who finds E.T.? ElliottTrivia questions for Sunday January 5, 20251. What plant do scientists use to clean up radioactive waste?2. Granchio is Italian for what seafood?3. A group of lizards Is called what?4. Who was the first president to appear on television?Enjoy your day. 01/05/2025

Diane and I have not had this before and what a pleasant surprise it was. One of her friends and our neighbor gave it to us as a Christmas gift. Needless to say, last two days we have decided to try the first one out.I chose the triple chocolate covered apple.As you can see it was amazing.I tried to be disciplined and not eat the whole apple by myself, rather share it with Diane and make it last two days to boot.I can hardly wait to try the others, there are three more different flavors, but I am sure equally delicious.  Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are loo... 01/04/2025

 Every year on January 5th, and this year on Sunday January 5, 2025, we celebrate unofficial Happy National Bird Day to shine a spotlight on issues critical to the protection and survival of birds, both captive and wild.In access of half a million avian admirers celebrating National Bird Day through a bevy of activities, such as bird-watching, studying birds, educating others, and other bird-related activities.I want to wish to everyone at Active Rain community a Happy National Bird Day 2025. 01/04/2025

Today is the final day of the Twelve Days of Christmas as explained by Dynamic Catholic's website. If your interested in finding out more about other religious information, you can go to:   www.dynamiccatholic.comThe Twelfth Day of Christmas: Twelve Drummers DrummingThe twelve drummers drumming represent the twelve points of doctrine in the Apostles' Creed, which summarizes the core beliefs of Christianity.The Apostles’ Creed:I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary.He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell.On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven,and is seated at the ri... 01/05/2025

I'm a bit behind the tech curve.  I used to be one of those in our office that people turned to for technical help, and step by step, I've fallen behind the curve as technology has gotten away from me.Ah well, çest la Vie, no?But this new turn in technology caused me to drop my jaw.  I will admit that I'm one of those people who watches reels online of this guy called The tow GOAT (greatest of all time), who drives a tow truck and repossesses cars.  I don't know why, but I find it fascinating, including those where the offender chases after the car yelling, "please!, please!".And now, Ford Motor company has filed for a patent on their new autonomous cars (read that as self-driving) that have a feature (feature?) included that allows their cars, if you are financed the Ford Financing and... 01/04/2025

Northern California Hiking Bucket List for 2025Ready to lace up your boots for 2025? Here’s your month-by-month guide to explore Northern California’s most breathtaking trails.January: Skyline Wilderness ParkSkyline Park Perimeter (9.8-mile loop)Kickstart the year with this challenging trail through Napa Valley’s foothills. Highlights include Lake Marie, Sugarloaf Mountain, and sweeping vineyard views. With a 2,280-foot elevation gain, this hike will get your heart pumping and your New Year’s resolutions rolling.📍 2201 Imola Ave. (Napa), skylinepark.orgFebruary: Joseph D. Grant County ParkYerba Buena to Halls Valley Trail (6.7-mile loop)February brings lush green hillsides and stunning vistas in San Jose’s Mount Hamilton area. This scenic trail offers views of the Diablo Range and the i... 01/04/2025

  Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 12 cooking spray 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ large yellow onion, chopped 1 pound ground beef 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans 1 (1 ounce) package burrito seasoning 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 4 ounces sour cream 1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend 1 (8 ounce) jar mild or hot salsa Directions Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a casserole dish with cooking spray. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beef and increase heat to medium-high. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Mix ... 01/11/2025

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 ½ cups chunky salsa 1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained ¾ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip) 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 cups crushed tortilla chips 2 cups Colby cheese Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain. Stir salsa, corn, salad dressing, and chili powder into the skillet until well combined. Layer 1/2 of the ground beef mixture in an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish; top with 1/2 of the tortilla chips and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat layers once more. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven, until heated throug... 01/05/2025

  Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 32 Yield: 4 cups 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (15 ounce) can chili without beans 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, drained Directions In a medium, microwave safe bowl, mix cream cheese, chili without beans and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers. Microwave cream cheese mixture on high 1 minute. Remove from microwave, stir and repeat until the mixture is hot and thoroughly blended.       Will Hamm, Hamm Homes LLC.Aurora, Colorado HammHomes@ymail.com Call me at: 303-358-1147 Find me at: Facebook and HammHomes.com 01/04/2025

A recipe from the kitchen of Will Hamm.      Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 32 Yield: 4 cups 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (15 ounce) can chili without beans 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, drained Directions In a medium, microwave safe bowl, mix cream cheese, chili without beans and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers. Microwave cream cheese mixture on high 1 minute. Remove from microwave, stir and repeat until the mixture is hot and thoroughly blended.       Will Hamm, Hamm Homes LLC.Aurora, Colorado HammHomes@ymail.com Call me at: 303-358-1147 Find me at: Facebook and HammHomes.com 01/12/2025

People remember business names and logos such as Apple to Nike. In real estate to stand out in the crowd or what I call be the Red Jacket in a Sea of Gray Suits, requires a name that says it all and still differentiates itself from other similar businesses.Here in Mohave County there are approximately 1,700 licensed real estate agents. Lucky for me I connected with DIRT ROAD REAL ESTATE via its agent Elise Harron  in our search for a property here in NW AZ.  As someone who undertakes significant research when making a serious decision, the DIRT ROAD REAL ESTATE website was the only site I found that directly linked to other resources such as the AZ Well Registration. For me this spoke to both Elise's knowledge, professionalism and ethics.As I am entering my eighth year as a professional... 01/04/2025

The Tampa Riverwalk is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the vibrant city of Tampa, FL. This 2.6-mile waterfront pathway seamlessly connects the city’s cultural landmarks, entertainment hubs, and scenic views, offering something for everyone.Start your adventure with a visit to the Tampa Museum of Art or the Glazer Children's Museum, perfect for families and art enthusiasts alike. Stroll along the river and enjoy stunning views of the Hillsborough River, stopping by Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for a picnic or to catch one of the many events held there throughout the year.For foodies, the Riverwalk boasts a range of dining options, from casual bites to upscale cuisine, including Armature Works, a trendy food hall with diverse eateries. If you’re feeling adventurous, hop on a... 01/04/2025

Below Dynamic Catholic reminds us that the eleven pipers symbolize the eleven faithful disciples of Jesus.  I will assume that one of them was not faithful. This would be the reason why he was not part of the count of the 12 faithful disciples of Jesus.The Eleventh Day of Christmas: Eleven Pipers PipingThe eleven pipers piping represent the eleven faithful disciples of Jesus: Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the Younger, Simon, and Jude.How to celebrate the Eleventh Day of Christmas:Spend time reading the Gospels or the Book of Acts. Talk to your family about the lives of the disciples.Joe Mojica/justaskjoeLaer Realty Partners BowenMobile:  561-431-4069Office:  772-207-7669Email:  FLproperties@joemojica.comPROUDLY SERVING THE BEAUTIFUL&RICH TREASUR... 01/04/2025

Trivia question answers for Friday January 3, 20251. What is the largest fish living today? The Whale Shark2. In which country was the Rosetta Stone found? Egypt3. What is the official animal of Wisconsin? Badger4. How many Great Lakes are there? 5Trivia questions for Saturday January 4, 20251. What month is the Calgary Stampede held in?2. What year did the invasion of Normandy take place?3. Who was the second man to set foot on the moon?4. Who finds E.T.?Enjoy your day. 01/04/2025