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The Queen

No matter where you are from, you have to love Queen Elizabeth ll. She has been a light to the world and an inspiration to us all. That’s why we all took notice when she praised the UN for its humanitarian efforts over the years. She also reminded us all that more work needs to be done all over the world.

The 84 year old queen also thanked all those who have given so much over the years toward making our world a better place. Her view is that the UN is a force for good and should be supported by all those around the world who believe we can make the world a better home for all.

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More Afghanistan

The war in Afghanistan is still raging. Although the story is just in the background to most Americans, the serious situation is still going on. Every day, thousands of U.S. troops risk their lives fighting for a cause that is uncertain. Many are hopeful that the new commander in charge will change the course of the war.

General David Petraeus will soon take over the role of command in Afghanistan. His recent success in Iraq has many hoping that he can produce the same results in Afghanistan. New strategies will be undoubtedly be tried and many hope that U.S. troops will soon be home.

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Handguns

It seems that nearly every modern city is plagued with the same problem. Handgun violence is on the rise. One mayor is trying to combat the problem by making handgun rules stricter. Mayor Richard Daly of Chicago is proposing tough new handgun laws that are aimed at preventing crime and limiting the number of handguns in the city.

At South Side Park, the mayor announced proposed news rules that include training for handgun owners, trigger locks for people with children, and limiting the number of handguns bought to one a month. The mayor remains strong in his feelings despite opposition from some members of the public. I hope he is successful.

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Where I’ll be

It seems that everyone I know enjoys the summer weather. My family is the same and we spend a lot of time in our backyard. When I get home from work, I like to spend a few hours relaxing outdoors and spending time with the kids. Our biggest joy is catching a few rays on our outdoor furniture. Our patio is nice and big and we get some shade as well as some sun.

After I relax a little, I like to ensure that my garden is doing well. I do a little weeding and watering and general maintenance. Most things I can do by hand, but it’s also nice that I have a nice selection of Garden tools. They make it easy to do the tasks I need to complete. After I feel the garden is in good shape, I generally start to feel those old hunger pains start to come. That’s when I’m on my game.

One thing I pride myself on is my ability to grill. I love being in charge of the grill and handing out the foods I cook. It’s a good thing I have a wide selection of barbecue tools to help me make the best hamburgers you’ll ever eat. I’ll be really sorry when the summer is gone and old man winter comes along. Until then, you’ll know where to find me!

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Being Chosen

One of the small pleasures I have in life is the ability to help people from time to time. I recently had the chance to help a number of kids who really needed it. It’s a group of underprivileged kids called headway. They are sponsored by a local church group and others who care. One way we care for the kids is to encourage physical exercise as a way of staying out of trouble.

The group has a building where the kids meet and there is a large field behind it. The building is old but still very functional. Anyway, we thought that providing Gym Lockers for the kids would help them feel like they had a stake in the group. Each kid would have his or her own locker that would be entirely theirs. We agreed to start looking for some right away.

Being as that some members of the group know that I excel in matters like these, I was volunteered to find some Lockers for sale and purchase them. While I was apprehensive at first, I soon found out how easy it was to find them. I visited a site called morelockers.com and found just what I was looking for. The prices were right and the service was first class. Now the kids are happy and I have a warm feeling in my heart.

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Helpless

One thing that happens to many people when disaster strikes is a feeling of helplessness. One instance of this is going on in the coastal towns that surround the Gulf of Mexico. As the oil continues to destroy the fishing industry, many are uncertain about the future and what it will bring. This has led to many people needing help from depression.

Social services that provide mental health to these individuals are being overloaded with new cases. Stress on the system is causing gaps in service and is taking a toll on those who depend on it. There is also the long term impact of the spill and no one knows how that will turn out.

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Making the right choices

There are many things in life I enjoy. One of these things is having the ability to watch the TV channels I want when I want it. In order to do that, it is important to have the right service to provide you with the shows you like. When it comes to receiving your TV, there are a bewildering variety of choices. It can be difficult to make a decision. That’s why it comes in handy to find people to help you choose the best offers.

It can be confusing trying to figure out what service provides what and what the prices are going to be. That’s why I have looked around for some of the best deals myself. One place I found is a site called mytvoptions.com. They can steer you to some of the great specials that can be found online. The site is easy to use and you can choose the items that are most important to you. You can just punch in your zip code and it only takes a minute to do.

When you start to shop for deals, you want to make sure you know what you want. Some people may enjoy sports more than others while others may consider HD TV more important. There are also different kinds of services. Some may want Dish specials while others may want the best cable specials. The main thing to do is compare the different services and decide which one is best for you. It will be worth it to check out all your options as it will provide you with years of entertainment.

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Space Shuttle

The U.S. space shuttle program is scheduled to end after only two more missions. There has been much debate whether or not to keep the program going. The shuttles were retired after a decision from ex-president George Bush. President Obama has not changed the plan thus far.

The U.S. will now rely on the Russian space program to transport men and women to the space station. The Russians plan to charge $55.8 million per person. Many Americans are leery of allowing the Russians so much control over our space program. I guess we’ll have to wait and see what happens.

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Around the house

The busiest place in our house always seems to be the kitchen. Its central location as well as its contents makes it a magnet for the family. Since we all spend so much time there, a lot of cooking goes on as well. One thing we have been short on lately is cooking utensils. That’s why we started looking for a good website to purchase them from.

I searched the internet and found a site I liked. It is called jkadamsdirect.com and it has a full line of utensils to choose from. The first thing we wanted was the jk adams wine rack. We thought it would fit in very well with our décor as well as save us some badly needed space. Another item we liked was the jk adams cutting board. Our old one is in bad shape and needs to be replaced.

In addition to those items, we thought that a jk adams spice rack would fit in nicely as well. It’s a nuisance having to search through all those containers of spices. Having them neatly organized would benefit us when we are cooking. I think our kitchen will be even better than before and I know it will continue to be a central location in our house.

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BP Woes

The giant oil company BP is reeling financially since the oil spill started. The company’s stock shares are way down hitting a new low today. The stock closed today at $28.74 per share in New York. Investors are scared of the large amount of clean up funds that are anticipated. They also face a number of lawsuits from various entities.

Those in the know say that the company is still sound but will struggle under the financial weight of the spill for years to come. They have plans to keep drilling and oil prices are steadily going up over time. I am sure the company will survive.