MacKenzie-Childs: Rugs & Coffee Mugs

MacKenzie-Childs, recently.  The Parchment Check ceramic mugs and knobs have been discontinued, so they are selling at a premium on eBay.  Everything else remains readily available.

Marlebone Rug

Morning Glory Rug

Parchment Check large knob

Courtly Check coffee mug

Hava Cuppa Light

Parchment Check coffee mug

Hava Cuppa Light



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5.07.2020
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Nail Art: Part 5, New York State of Mind

Wow nails from Mrs Waxman of NJ.  Can you tell that she  and family are die-hard MacKenzie-Childs fans who show up at their Barn Sales in July year after year?!!

my nails for niece's wedding: blue & rhinestones

my Parchment Check-themed nails

Nail Art, Part 4

Nail Art, Part 3

Nail Art, Part 2

Nail Art, Part 1

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CHART: List of iPad and Android Apps for Special Needs Children & Parents

Schooldays are here! Here are handy charts of various Apps For Teachers and Parents  of Kids with learning disabilities: 

iPad

Android

iPad: Educational Technology

Android: Educational Technology

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RMS Titanic: Scheduled Arrival

via Choice Gleanings Daily Calendar

And the king said unto me, (the queen also sitting by him,) For how long shall thy journey be? and when wilt thou return? So it pleased the king to send me; and I set him a time. (Nehemiah 2: 6, KJV)

It was noon on April 10, 1912, when the Titanic left England for New York with 2,223 excited passengers. Tragically, their voyage came to a premature end when the ship sank on April 14. Many who thought they would arrive, did not. As you travel through life, you do not know when your journey will end. Make certain it ends in heaven. Repent of your sin and accept the Lord Jesus who said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). —Arnot McIntee

Tomorrow’s sun may never rise, 
upon thy long deluded sight;
This is the time, oh, then be wise!
Thou would’st be saved, why not tonight? —E. H. R.

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Deckchairs on the Titanic

RMS Titanic

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It's Nikki Haley's Birthday

Happy Birthday to former US Ambassador Nikki Haley (January 20th).  She turns 47 years old.

As usual, I am fascinated by how the rich and famous live. Below is her official residence while a United States Ambassador to the United Nations.  It's a gorgeous full-floor penthouse with a square footage of nearly 6000 square feet. Two corner master bedrooms, 11-feet ceilings and huge windows galore, wow!

The building's location is across the street from the UN complex. Ms Haley lives at the apartment with her husband, son, and dog.  Her daughter is away at college.

Rent: $58,000/month 

Who chose this place and how can an Ambassador afford the rent with a "measly" pay rate of $161,900 a year (per Executive Schedule)?  It's all courtesy of the US government, of course -- one of the many perks of a stressful and important job. 

See more pictures of the gorgeous apartment in the links below.  The brouhaha over her very expensive apartment drapes is also in the link below as this post was written at the time of the controversy and before her amicable resignation.  

Ambassador Haley is on Facebook and on Instagram. 

pc: StreetEasy.com

"Enjoying an enviable midtown location, 50 United Nations Plaza has been designed by celebrated architects Foster + Partners and developed by legendary Zeckendorf Development and Global Holdings. From the shimmering exterior of glass, burnished gold and stainless steel to the oasis-like calm of the motor-court and lobby, every detail of the striking 43 story tower has been thoughtfully considered. All 88 residences feature at least one coveted corner exposure and deep bay window that capture an abundance of natural light while framing incomparable views of the East River and Manhattan skyline in which the Chrysler Building, The Empire State Building and The United Nations Sculpture Garden, General Assembly and Secretariat buildings take center stage." --streeteasy.com

Floor Plan

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Bentley, enjoying the good life!

pc: Nikki Haley, fb

Nimrata "Nikki" Haley (née Randhawa)

50 United Nations Plaza

New York Times Flip Flops

New York Times: State Department Spent $52,701 on Curtains

October 2018 ... Nikki Haley Resigns as UN Ambassador

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Whoa! Persecution for their Christian Faith Results in This

An example of what has happened, may need to happen, and will happen as Christians the world over are hunted-down for their faith in Christ Jesus.

And the Lord,

he it is that doth go before thee;

 he will be with thee, 

he will not fail thee,

 neither forsake thee:

fear not, neither be dismayed.

Deuteronomy 31:8

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34.01.2020

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While I was Driving, 14: Christmas Babies & License Plate

1.  I know a baby (my cousin) born on Christmas day.

2. However, another far more important baby whom the entire world remembers on Christmas day is Christ Jesus, the Lord (who in reality was very likely born in the Springtime and not during Wintertime).

Whatever day the Lord Jesus Christ was born, it's His birth (predicted hundreds of years before he was actually born!) that I celebrate at our Christmas parties and on Christmas day. He alone is worthy of my worship.

Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. (Matthew 1: 23)

Isaiah wrote the above prophecy in the 8th century BC.
Accurate much?!!

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USA: Can You Name Your First Amendment Constitutional Rights?

No wonder I love the U.S. of A!!! Remember these Rights the next time someone tries to shut you up. Also remember that these rights apply to the person standing next to you or arguing with you on FB or IG. 

50-ton First Amendment tablet 'mural' at the Newseum in Washington, D.C.  

This tablet was constructed with "pink" Tennessee marble. - wikimedia

The 5 Guaranteed Rights/Freedoms in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution:

• Freedom of Religion
• Freedom of Speech
• Freedom of the Press
• Freedom to Assemble Peaceably
• Freedom to Petition the Government for a Redress of Grievances

Your Guaranteed 5 Freedoms

US Constitution: 1st Amendment

The Bill of Rights





8.1.2020
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Dental X Ray Requirements in your State

Just as I thought.  There is nothing written in stone about Dental X-ray requirements by my state.

Dental X-ray Laws

X-rays are often a part of dental exams, and while there is no statutory direction as to how often a dentist must take X-rays, there is a general liability issue.

Dentists should take X-rays in a "reasonable" time span to justify that he or she didn't disregard patients' oral health care. A dentist isn't legally required to take X-rays every six months or every year, particularly in patients who generally enjoy good oral health. However, if the dentist doesn't take X-rays and something happens, then he or she will be judged by the standards of the profession which indicate that it is proper to use X-rays for diagnostic purposes; it is difficult to do a thorough diagnosis without taking X-rays at reasonable intervals throughout the patient's "lifetime" at the dental office.

While dental patients have the right to refuse X-rays, the dentists also have the right to set a policy in their office dictating how often they take them for diagnostic purposes. X-rays provide your dentist with a valuable diagnostic tool that helps assess the overall condition of your teeth and their roots, jaw placement and overall composition of your facial bones. X-rays help your dentist see diseases of the teeth and surrounding tissue that cannot be seen with a basic visual oral examination and find and treat dental problems early in their development. This can potentially save you money, unnecessary discomfort and maybe even your life.

If the dentist has a policy that X-rays are to be taken at a given interval, and the patient refuses, the dentist has the right (although he or she may choose not exercise it) to dismiss the patient from his or her practice. The reason for this is that both the patient and dentist should be comfortable with the dentist/patient relationship and, should there be disagreement on fundamental treatment, then both parties would be better served in an environment where they both are comfortable.

--pepindds.com

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I took exception to my Dentist's requirement that I have a full-mouth, panoramic dental x-ray ... which in reality is 17 X-rays of my teeth. It's been a couple of years, says he.  As far as I knew, my teeth and gums were fine.  I had no cavities, toothaches nor open sores. So, why not do the simple, twice-yearly dental cleaning without me having to compromise my health via radiation, for pete's sake?!! Office overhead $$$ getting a bit too much for you, Mr Dentist-with-the-expensive-indoor-waterfall?!!

Still, I am grateful to live in this beautiful, clean country of the U.S. of A! Watch the dental video below from India.  It'll make you either wince, gag, cry, laugh. Maybe all 4.

Dentists' Office on the Streets of India:

X Ray Requirements

Types of Dental X-Rays




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Songwriter Paul Simon and April, the Frenchie

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Songwriter, Paul Simon, turns 77 years old soon (October 13th).

Mr Simon is, of course, the other half of the phenomenal American Folkrock duo, Simon & Garfunkel . Paul Simon was also once married to actress, Carrie Fisher -- always to be remembered as Princess Leia.

Pretty April, the French Bulldog, belongs to someone in the neighborhood.  Met her and owner for the first time while on our daily dog walk and that day happened to be  April's 2nd birthday. I'd wanted a French Bulldog since reading The Great Grisby by Mikita Brottman. In fact, I am glad that April and Grisby kind of look alike. I had never seen an adult Frenchie till I met April, and they're far cuter than I imagined.

April, the French Bulldog

"April Come She Will" - by Paul Simon

April come she will
When streams are ripe 
and swelled with rain

May she will stay
Resting in my arms again
June she'll change her tune
In restless walks she'll prowl the night

July she will fly
And give no warning to her flight
August die she must
The autumn winds blow chilly and cold
September I remember
A love once new has now grown old

Goodreads Link: The Great Grisby

American Songwriter Magazine

Paul Simon

Simon & Garfunkel

Carrie Frances Fisher

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