~Its all over~

Dear Class,
Well guys this is it, the last week of summer school!!! Ugh then the next semester starts in a few weeks and we will all be busy again. Thank you all for your help with papers and the responses on my blogs. Glad i could keep you guys entertained for the semester! Good luck to all of you guys in the future. As for Mrs Chism, good luck with your new baby when he or she gets here. You are a great teacher and i really enjoy the way you teach your class. The criticism you give is always positive even when I needed a lot of work on the paper. Enjoy what little summer we have guys :D
Gina Jordan

Are some animals smarter then humans?

The answer is yes there are 7 animals that are smarter then humans. We always think we run the show on earth but truth is we don't always.

• Homing Pigeons - Most humans need GPS to find their way home after a long journey, the homing pigeon can return from extremely long distances without any guidance.
• Ants - Despite their size, the world;s many varieties of ants have amazing skills. One most impressive is the mycocepurus smithii from the Amazon, a super feminist species that has developed the ability to reproduce via cloning.
• Elephants - Can keep track of up to 30 absent members of their family by sniffing out their scent and building a mental map of where they are. They can even tell whether a human is friendly or a threat by their scent and color clothing.
• Termites - Have technique to farm a specific fungus they feed on. This fungus only grows at 87 Degrees Fahrenheit. The termites have come up with a system to keep the temperature steady in their mounds by constantly opening and closing heating and cooling vents.
• Chimps - have an extraordinary working memory capability for numerical recollection. This allows them to have photographic memory.
• Crows - they have an amazing capacity for fast adaptation and ability to live in cities. They could one day top us.
• Dolphins - OK not smarter then humans yet but they have been declared the world's second most intelligent creatures(after humans). Their brains are only second in mass to the human brain, making them cultural animals with distinct personalities with the ability to think about the future, among other faculties.

Weird to know that there are animals that can do things we can not do. On the other hand maybe we can learn a few things from them and work together to have a better atmosphere.

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5 suprising uses for leftover oatmeal

If you don't love oatmeal then now you will after reading about the few things you can use it for. You might not know that you can use it to save money and get crafty, as well as get healthier. Don't throw any excess!

1. Treat acne- One easy recipe is to cook up some of the oatmeal, let it cool until lukewarm, then apply to affected areas. Some people prefer to use oatmeal-based scrubs, but this will work just as good.
2. Neutralize odors- try placing an open container of oatmeal in your fridge. some people use to line ashtrays and claims the flakes help neutralize the smell of smoke.
3. Soothe dry or irritated skin- people have been using oatmeal to promote healthy skin for a long time. it can provide soothing relief fun sunburn, poison ivy, or other irritations and is said to heal skin and open pores.
4. Pamper yourself- A soothing way to unwind at the end of a long day is to take a bath with oatmeal. Here is a simple recipe: while running a lukewarm bath, add one cup of milk, two cups of uncooked oatmeal and a tablespoon of honey. Soak for 10 to 20 minutes, and your skin will be moisturized and rejuvenated.
5. Turn it into modeling clay- you can also turn old oatmeal into a non-toxic crafting "clay" that delights kids and gets their creative energies. It will stays moist for hours, but will harden over night. Simple recipe- a cup of oatmeal with flour and a little water. You can also add food coloring for a rainbow of possibilities.

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~14 ways honey can heal~

Honey has been prized as a sweetener, a medicine, offering for the gods, currency, and as a symbol of love. In Greek Mythology, Cupid dips his arrows in honey before aiming them at our hearts. Because it is created from the essence of a flower's sex organs, it had natural affinity with reproductive tissues. Honey heals many things from common cold to burns and busies. Here are a few secrets for you to know about honey that come in handy!

1. For obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol- drink a cup of hot water with a teaspoon of honey and 5 to 10 drops of apple cider vinegar early in the morning daily.... Honey scrapes fat and cholesterol from the body's tissues.
2. To relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms- take 1 teaspoon of honey with 200mg powdered guggulu daily.'
3. To heal oral ulcers- apply 1 teaspoon of honey and a pinch of turmeric to canker sores, mouth ulcers, or sores on the tongue. This will generate saliva and draw out toxins, then spit it out to speed the healing process.
4. Heal a Wound- dress it daily with sterilized gauze brushed with honey; dispose at night.
5. Common Cold- mix 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon with 1 teaspoon of honey and eat two or three times a day.
6. Sinuses- take a mixture of 1 teaspoon each of fresh ginger and honey two or three times a day.
7. Asthma- eat a mixture made of 1/2 teaspoon bay leaf powder, 1/4 teaspoon pippali, and 1 teaspoon of honey two or three times a day.
8. Nausea, vomiting, and indigestion- mix one part lemon juice with one part honey. Dip your index finger into this mixture and lick it slowly twice daily.
9. Anxiety- drink 1 cup of orange juice with 1 teaspoon of honey and pinch of nutmeg powder twice daily.
10. Reduce craving for cigarettes- chew small pieces of pineapple with 1/2 teaspoon of honey before smoking.
11. Abdominal pain- take a mixture of 1/4 teaspoon ground bay leaf, 1/4 teaspoon ajwan(celery seeds), and 1 teaspoon of honey. take it two or three times a day.
12. Chronic fever- make a tea of 1 teaspoon of holy basil and 1 cup of hot water. add 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper powder and 1 teaspoon of honey. do this two or three times a day.
13. Poor circulation- mix 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1.34 teaspoon trikatu, and 1 teaspoon honey in 1 cup of hot water. steep for 10 minutes, do this twice daily.
14. Hiccups- mix 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon castor oil in a container. dip your index finger into the mixture and lick it. repeat every 10 minutes until you hiccups stop.

Some of these i didn't even know about myself, so I'm sure some of these are new to you guys as well. Ha ha some even sound a little strange but hey you never know it could work, don't waste your money and things that can be solved with an easy fix! :) have a great day everyone!\

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10 Best places to live in America

Thinking about moving? Looking for a good area too settle down in with plenty of jobs? take a look at a few of these, there are better places to live then where you are at.

1. Eden Prairie, MN- there is only a 5.1% unemployment rate so there are plenty of jobs for everyone to go around. Many things for children to keep their self busy with as well as very low crime rate! But if you do not like long cold winters this is not the place for you.
2. Columbia/Ellicott, MD- Plenty of diversity to go around in this town, with the economy booming! There are terrific schools all around and a 5.2% unemployment rate. If you are a person with strong road rage you better watch out because the traffic is very heavy here.
3. Newton, MA- You are less then 25 minutes away from Boston. Many jobs in health care, education and government jobs. Although this area has very high class homes that are more expensive the education is threw the roof!
4. Bellevue, WA- There high schools consistently land at the top of state rankings, and many museum in the area to educate everyone. Bellevue now has more jobs to offer and is full of diversity.
5. Mckinney, TX- Right out side the big city of Dallas, you would be surprised to hear there are very low crime rates here. You are close enough to benefit from the big city atmosphere and still afford a nice home.
6. Fort Collins, CO- If you are make to play out side this is the place for you, several outdoor actives to do. They play hard but work even harder here, and when its time to relax the beer is the best here. With the New Belgium Brewery based out of this area you always receive freshly made beer.
7. Overland Park, KS- Fresh fruit and vegetables straight from the farm. A brand-new 12 Field soccer complex. job rate is down to 5.3% and more jobs are moving in fast!
8. Fishers, IN- Very low crime rate plus inexpensive homes plus great school = a great place to raise a family! you are even a short drive away from the city.
9. Armes, IA- a welcoming vibe all around as well a jobs galore. Iowa State University in located here and proves many jobs in the area. there is athletic offerings, Ames boasts 36 parks, a bustling shopping district, and a new aquatic center.
10. Rogers, AR- Who would have though one of the same towns in our area was a great place to live? There is low cost of living, strip malls, top notch schools, plenty of outdoor activities, 2 lakes, and golfing on its five courses. with enough naturally beautiful scenery to go around you can go wrong with this small town.

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boat safety

when people think about the lake the picture a boat, ice cold beer, jet skis, and BBQ. The most important thing they forget is boat safety, people get a little crazy when they are out having a good time on the boat. I spent my weekend with my family on my grandfathers boat and I noticed most people did not use any of the main rules for safety. Here are a few rules you should fallow
all children should wear a life jacket at all times.
at night all boats should keep their lights on.
the driver should be sober
always make sure you have enough gas for the ride
it's summer time everyone go out and have a good time. Please take a few minetues out of your day to fallow these rules.

Healthy pregnancy tips

Seems like all around us someone is getting pregnant one after another, many of which are first time mothers. here are a few helpful tips you may have not heard about!

1. Keep yourself healthy- keep fit, maintain low blood pressure, and stay at a healthy weight.
2. Get vaccinated- pregnant women should be protected against rubella.
3. Take your vitamins- most importantly, be sure to take the recommended dose of folic acid, which can prevent serious birth defects.
4. Beware of lead- Older home built before lead paint was banned in 1978 are likely contaminated with lead. do not renovate, you may introduce a serious brain-damaging toxic metal into the air in your home. once exposed, babies brains do not recover for the damage. be sure to have someone check out your house before working on the baby's room.
5. Eat only safe fish- many fish have high levels of mercury and PCB, which is like lead. on the other hand fish is also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which may be important for childhood brain development.
6. Avoid phthalates and Bisphenol A- these chemicals are difficult to avoid, they are found in may plastics.
7. Avoid pesticides- have your husband do the yard work, or spray any unwanted bugs. try to buy organic food to aviod food that has been sprayed to help grow.

To all the mothers to be i hope this helps you out, of course there are many things you must look out for when pregnant. for more information on this go to www.green.yahoo.com

Recycle cans to pay for wedding???

Peter Geyer caught the garter at a wedding last fall, his girlfriend Andrea Parrish immediately dropped to her knee, pulled out an opal earring, and proposed to him. They are know for crating a buzz as well as know as "wedding can couple". Geyer and Parrish have been in the news several times because they are paying for their July 31 wedding solely with the $3,800 in proceeds they earned from recycling 400,000 cans. Not having much money the couple came up with the idea to create a website and spread the word amongst friends to have people donate their cans. The Spokane couples reached their goal last week when over a ton of aluminum cans was hauled off their porch by a local recyclers. They continue to collect cans to raise money for their honeymoon and to donate to Doctors without Borders and Rim Country Land Institute. Now what an idea this couple had, many of us are struggling with money issues, not many people notice how much money you can get from recycling. If you take care of the earth it will take care of you! :) So if ya need extra cash this should give you a few new ideas!

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