(the following from
Carolyn, my BBO Friend in Louisiana)
This reminder, I needed, since
SEARS isn't always my first choice. It's amazing when you think of how long the
war has lasted...and Sears hasn't withdrawn from their commitment. Could we
each buy at least one thing at Sears this year?
What commitment, you ask? How
does Sears treat its employees who are serving in our military?
By law, they are
required to hold their jobs open and available, but nothing more.
Usually, people take
a big pay cut and lose benefits as a result of being on active duty.
Sears is voluntarily
paying the difference in salaries and maintaining medical
insurance and bonus
programs...for all employees who are 'serving'.
I submit that Sears is an
exemplary corporate citizen and should be recognized for its contribution. So, I
suggest we all shop at Sears at least once this year. Be sure to find a manager to tell them why we
are there, so the company gets the positive reinforcement & feedback it
well deserves. I decided to check this
before I sent it forward. I sent the
following e-mail to Sears Customer Service Department:
“I received this e-mail and would
like to know if it is true. If it is,
the Internet may have just become one very good source of advertisement for
your company. I know I would go out of
my way to buy products from Sears instead of another store for a similar
item...even if it's cheaper at that store.”
This was their reply! “Dear Customer: Thank you for contacting Sears. The information is factual. We appreciate your positive feedback. Sears regards service to our country as
one of the greatest sacrifices our men and women can make. This is the 'least' we can do for
them. We are happy to do our part to
lessen the burden they bear at this time.”
Bill Thorn ~ Sears Customer Care.
Please pass this on ~ Sears needs
to be recognized for this outstanding contribution and we need to show them as
Americans and Canadians, we do appreciate what they are doing for our
Military!!!
How to Select a
Christmas Tree
(Article courtesy of www.christmastrees.on.ca)
A few simple procedures can make the selection of a
fresh, real Christmas tree easier:
Determine, where in your home,
you will display your tree. With this in
mind, you will be able to tell how tall a tree you will need and whether all
four sides must be suitable for display.
Freshness is an important key
when selecting your tree. The needles should be resilient. Take hold of a branch about 6 inches from the
tip, between thumb and forefinger. Pull
your hand towards you allowing the branch to slip through your fingers. Needles should adhere to the branch and not
fall off in your hand.
Bend a needle between your
forefinger and thumb. The needle should
form a 'U' without breaking unless the tree is frozen.
Lift the tree a couple inches off
the ground, then bring it down abruptly on the stump end. Older outside needles should not fall in
substantial numbers. (Inside needles shed naturally every year.)
The tree should have a fragrance
and a good green colour.
A fresh tree will retain its
moisture content and thereby keep its fragrance and needles if kept in a stand
that has good water-holding capacity.
Note: Some people keep the memory of their
Christmas alive by buying trees that come with their roots wrapped in a ball of
soil and burlap. After the festive
season is over, live trees can be planted outside...where they will remain
beautiful for years to come. They cost
much more and are difficult to handle because the ball of soil is very
heavy...weighing as much as 68 kilograms.
Most
importantly...live Christmas trees must receive special care
over the holiday
season, or they will die.
How to Care for
Your Christmas Tree
Remember, a Christmas
tree is a living thing;
look after it as
carefully as you would a cut flower.
If you buy your tree several days
before you plan to set it up, store the tree outdoors or on a cool porch or
patio until you are ready to decorate. An area that protects it from the wind
and sun will help to retain its moisture.
If storing for several days, make
a straight cut across the butt end of the tree about one inch from the
end. This opens the tree stem so it can
take up water. Store the tree upright
and place the butt end in a container of water.
When you bring the tree into the
house for decorating, make another fresh cut across the trunk about an inch
from the original cut. Use a tree stand that holds plenty of water.
Trees are thirsty. They may drink up to 4 litres of water per
day, so be sure to check daily and supply fresh water as needed. A stand that holds at least 4 litres is
recommended. If you allow the water level to drop below the bottom of the tree,
a seal will form just as it does on a cut flower...and new cut will be
necessary for it to 'quench its thirst'.
Place your tree away from the
fireplace, radiators, television sets and other sources of heat. Turn off the tree lights when you leave and
before you retire at night.
Avoid the use of combustible
decorations. Check all electric lights
and connections. Do not use lights with
worn or frayed cords and N-E-V-E-R use lighted candles on a Christmas tree!
Follow the above care
and precautionary measures
to ensure an
attractive tree that stays fresh indoors for 2 to 3 weeks.
Christmas Riddle (an oldie!)
What does a cat
walking through sand remind you of?
“Sandy Claws!”
Merle
Baird-Kerr...scripted November 20, 2014
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