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Justavice
Member
11-22-2005
| Thursday, November 02, 2006 - 12:27 am
I had a couple of ideas... - a trio of hummous varieties with pitas - caramel/candy apples - seasoned nuts - if you have a fondue pot, some kind of cheese fondue or chocolate fondue for dessert - cut up fruit with a fruit dip or fruit shish-kebabs - And an old standby- a block of cream cheese covered with a mixture of chili sauce and canned crab mixed together served with crackers. Just take the supplies and assemble it onsite. Good luck and let us know what the menu is!!
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Tuesday, November 07, 2006 - 11:11 pm
Changing subject, but do need advice. DH & I are actually taking a 7-10 day vacation! DH really needs it (so do I). We will be driving and live about 100 mi south of Dallas, but would like to go somewhere we've never been. So, a friend of Dh's suggested Hot Springs, Arkansas. Have any of you guys been there or live in that area? Any suggestions on what to do. I've checked out the net, but it didn't really get much information. We are leaving right after Thanksgiving. Any suggestions would really be appreciated. We can even change our destination if someone suggests another location. Thanks for any information. Oh, and we are on the "economy" budget this year! Not Motel 6 budget, but as economical as possible.
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Jeneane
Member
05-18-2005
| Tuesday, November 07, 2006 - 11:58 pm
I have family that lives in Arkansas and I have been to Hot Springs. I can ask them for advise on where to go if you would like. I enjoy the area very much and if I had my dream I would be living there now. I do know there is of course fishing and boating as there is a lot of water.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Wednesday, November 08, 2006 - 9:59 am
Oldtex, have you been to South Padre Island, TX? It is pretty empty down there this time of year, and motels are really cheap. If you are able-bodied, there is a marvelous beach that you can walk forever. The whole area down there is one of the best in the world for bird-watching. It's just a real laid back place to hang out when you want to relax and recover.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, November 08, 2006 - 11:33 am
I thought Hot Springs was ok. It's not my idea of a "fun" place. It was very nice, though. I like Juju's idea.
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Wednesday, November 08, 2006 - 9:56 pm
That's so weird, my dh first mentioned South Padre and then we just never brought it up again. Juju - you are too funny. I know you were just being helpful, but yes, I am "able-bodied"! Just have to take it kind of easy when the arthritis kicks up and I don't do stairs or steep inclines with as much ease as most prople. Twiggy - thanks for your "review". I think I can read between the lines. So perhaps we will change our plans. It's just that I've only "driven through" Arkansas and it seemed really pretty. We've been to Galveston (love Moody Gardens) and to Corpus Christi (too crowded when we went), but the idea of South Padre would probably please dh. Thanks for your inputs! Heck, we might end up in Colorado again.
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Resortgirl
Member
09-23-2000
| Saturday, November 11, 2006 - 5:55 am
Thanks again for all the advice here... I've got a Suite rented at a hotel in Fargo, that will entertain about 40 people at a time...These are the recipes I'm making so far.... cheese tray with rosemary skewered olives, tortellini and shrimp kabobs, salmon veggie bites, havarti and sundried tomato cheesecake, tortilla pinwheels, punch, cake, and assorted chips and dips. Casey would like a laptop for her gift, and we can't afford the whole thing so I'm going to somehow (haven't figured out exactly) ask that cash gifts be sent to me so I can purchase the laptop and give it to her with a card from all the participants.... I don't think I'll ask everyone we invite... just family and really close friends that won't think I'm a nut! Anyway, that's the status on that!! Thanks again!
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 11:57 am
I am looking into getting Life Insurance for the first time. I have no idea what questions to ask or what to look for. Any advice would be appreciated. 
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 5:46 pm
Vac, if its for a spouse, get as much as you can. LOL If its for you, get enough to take care of your child until grown. That,s about as much as I know about life insurance.
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 6:49 pm
I know a couple who can't get any life insurance whatsoever. She's had a hysterectomy and he's got epilepsy. Both are healthy and he's well medicated and hasn't had a seizure in about 15 years. But they can't get any coverage.
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Merrysea
Member
08-13-2004
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 7:11 pm
Vacanick, you will want to ask if the death benefit is guaranteed for life, or if it expires at a given age without value. Also, some insurance accrues a cash value that you can borrow against, but it's more expensive. One of my clients is an insurance broker, and I type a lot of letters for him, so this is just info I've picked up along the way. A broker can usually find you a better deal than an agent, because they can deal with a wide variety of companies, instead of just one.
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Jeneane
Member
05-18-2005
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 7:53 pm
Hey Vaca. I live in Vacaville also and we have life insurance through a company. The guy is very helpful and informative if you would like his info drop me an email and I will forward it to you. He helped us figure out what we needed.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 9:14 pm
What does a hysterectomy have to do with being healthy enough for insurance?
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 9:15 pm
Its on the list of maladies that they can use as an excuse not to accept someone.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Monday, November 27, 2006 - 9:56 pm
I had one 10 years ago and it didn't stop us from getting insurance. It must depend on the insurance company. I'd definitely shop around.
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Native_texan
Member
08-24-2004
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 11:28 am
I put this in the cat thread, but I thought I'd put it here also. Okay, guys, I need your help. My old vacuum is playing out and it's time to get a new one. I need recommendations for a good vaccum that picks up cat hair. I know Dyson is marketed as the best, but is it? Plus I don't know if I really want to spend that much money. HELP!!!!!!
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 11:34 am
This is the one that I have. I have two dogs, two cats and two kids, and it get's the job done. I have to empty it a little more often, but that's fine with me. What I do like is that part of the filter is rinsable, and then when you have to buy replacement filters (which I have only had to do once or twice in all the years I have had it, probably 5) they are inexpensive, like around 5 or 6 dollars. All vacuum sites have reviews on them. http://www.bissell.com http://www.hoover.com http://www.eureka.com Good luck!
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:10 pm
I got a Dyson on Sunday. I am stunned at how great it cleans and how horrible my carpets really were. I have two dogs. One is losing her hair and the other is doing regular shedding. My carpets actually look lighter! I have tried so many other vacumns over the years, not wanting to pay the expensive price for the Dyson. But after tons of research, and some birthday money, christmas money and tips, i sucked it up and bought one. I am so pleased.
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:11 pm
Dang, how much do Dyson's run?
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Tera
Member
08-10-2000
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:12 pm
Oh you are so lucky Texannie! <-- green w/envy.
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:15 pm
Oh that's great to know Tex...we were just talking about getting one.
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Babyruth
Member
07-19-2001
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:25 pm
You sucked it up and bought one? <groan> Congrats, Annie! I love our Dyson. Same amazing difference as you're talking about. Helps my allergies, too.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:43 pm
i didn't even realize that horrible pun, Baby! LOL Escapee, the base price was $499. bought it at Linens n Things. when i went to check out, i told them that payment was going to be in several different forms. I had a 20% off coupon. I have a $100 gift card. My dad had given me $100 (cash) as an early Christmas present. I had been saving up my tips so I used my debit card for part and then wrote a check for the rest! They were laughing that I had really worked hard for this vacumn! LOL
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Cinnamongirl
Member
01-10-2001
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:47 pm
Does Dyson make different models? which one do you guys have? My vac's on its last legs and I need a new one, maybe I'll have to spend my Christmas Bonus and get a Dyson...:o(
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Metoo
Member
02-22-2005
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 12:50 pm
A Dyson is all I want for Christmas. I hope hubby is listening because I mention it every.
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