Authored by BlueAngel on
Monday, March 14, 2005
The following was sent to us from one of the members of SAPSA and it is appropriate advice, I think, to pass along for our safety.
An attorney's advice and it's FREE! Read this and make a copy for your files in case you need to refer to it someday.
Maybe we should all take some of his advice!
A corporate attorney sent the following out to the employees in his company:
The next time you order checks, omit your first name and have only your initials and last name put on them. If someone takes your check book they will not know if you sign your checks with just your initials or your first name but your bank will know how you sign your checks.
When you are writing checks to pay on your credit card accounts, DO NOT put the complete account number on the "For" line. Instead, just put the last four numbers. The credit card company knows the rest of the number and anyone who might be handling your check as it passes through all the check processing channels won't have access to it.
Put your work phone # on your checks instead of your home phone. If you have a PO Box use that instead of your home address. Never have your SS# printed on your checks (DUH!) you can add it if it is necessary. But if you have it printed, anyone can get it.
Place the contents of your wallet on a photocopy machine, do both sides of each license, credit card, etc. You will know what you had in your wallet and all of the account numbers and phone numbers to call and cancel.
Keep the photocopy in a safe place. I also carry a photocopy of my passport when I travel either here or abroad.
We've all heard horror stories about fraud that's committed on us in stealing a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards, etc.
Unfortunately I, an attorney, have firsthand knowledge because my wallet was stolen last month. Within a week, the thieve(s) ordered an expensive monthly cell phone package, applied for a VISA credit card, had a credit line approved to buy a Gateway computer, received a PIN number from DMV to change my driving record information online, and more.
But here's some critical information to limit the damage in case this happens to you or someone you know:
We have been told we should cancel our credit cards immediately. But the key is having the toll free numbers and your card numbers handy so you know whom to call. Keep those where you can find them easily.
File a police report immediately in the jurisdiction where it was stolen, this proves to credit providers you were diligent, and is a first step toward an investigation (if there ever is one).
But here's what is perhaps most important: (I never even thought to do this).
Call the three national credit reporting organizations immediately to place a fraud alert on your name and Social Security number. I had never heard of doing that until advised by a bank that called to tell me an application for credit was made over the Internet in my name.
The alert means any company that checks your credit knows your information was stolen and they have to contact you by phone to authorize new credit.
By the time I was advised to do this, almost two weeks after the theft, all the damage had been done.
There are records of all the credit checks initiated by the thieves' purchases, none of which I knew about before placing the alert. Since then, no additional damage has been done, and the thieves threw my wallet away this weekend (someone turned it in). It seems to have stopped them in their tracks.
The numbers are:
Equifax:1-800-525-6285
Experian:(formerly TRW): 1-888-397-3742
Trans Union:1-800-680-72 89
Social Security Administration(fraud line):1-800-269-0271
We pass along jokes on the Internet; we pass along just about everything. Pass this information along. It could really help someone you care about.
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Tuesday, August 24, 2004
The following was sent by a friend in the ever present Internet. I thought it worthwhile to pass along another country's perspective about the American People that is not decrying us for being decadent as a nation and as a people. Thought you might be interested.
Ethel Taylor AKA BlueAngel
-----Funny how a former eastern block country can see the USA and what makes us all tick, and western Europe has real difficulties with
it.---- We rarely get a chance to see another country's editorial
about the USA.
Read this excerpt from a Romanian Newspaper. The article was written
by Mr.Cornel Nistorescu and published under the title C"ntareaAmericii
(meaning "Ode To America") on September 24, 2002 in the Romanian
newspaper Evenimentulzilei ("The Daily Event" or "News of the Day").
~An Ode to America~
Why are Americans so united? They would not resemble one another even if you painted them all one color! They speak all the languages of the world and form an astonishing, mixture of civilizations and religious beliefs. Still, the American tragedy turned three hundred million people into a hand put on the heart. Nobody rushed to accuse the White House, the army, and the secret services that they are only a bunch of losers. Nobody rushed to empty their bank accounts. Nobody rushed out onto the streets nearby to gape about. The Americans volunteered to donate blood and to give a helping hand. After the first moments of panic, they raised their flag over the smoking ruins, putting on T-shirts, caps and ties in the colors of the national flag.They placed flags on buildings and cars as if in every place andon every car a government official or the president was passing. On every occasion, they started singing their traditional song: "GodBless America!" I watched the live broadcast and rerun after rerun for hours listening to the story of the guy who went down one hundred floors with a woman in a wheelchair without knowing who she was, or of the Californian hockey player, who gave his life fighting with the terrorists and prevented the plane from hitting a target that could have killed other hundreds or thousands of people. How on earth were they able to respond united as one human being? Imperceptibly, with every word and musical note, the memory of some turned into a modern myth of tragic heroes. And with every phone call, millions! and millions! of dollars were put in a collection aimed at rewarding not a man or a family, but a spirit, which no money can buy.
What on earth can unite the Americans in such a way?Their land? Their galloping history? Their economic Power? Money? I tried for hours to find an answer, humming songs and murmuring phrases with the risk of sounding commonplace. I thought things over, but I reached only one conclusion............Only freedom can work such miracles.
This deserves to be passed around the Internet forever.]
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Friday, August 13, 2004
Recieved this from a friend and thought it might be prudent for us to at least read it and take away from it wat we want.
Subject: Copy phone numbers.
You never know when you might be glad you did save the telephone numbers at the end of this message.
AN ATTORNEY'S ADVICE
Read this and make a copy for your files in case you need to refer to it someday. Maybe we should all take some of his advice!
A corporate attorney sent the following out to the employees in his company.
1. The next time you order checks have only your initials (instead of first name) and last name put on them. If someone takes your checkbook, they will not know if you sign your checks with just your initials or your first
name, but your bank will know how you sign your checks.
2. When you are writing checks to pay on your credit card accounts, DO NOT put the complete account number on the "For" line. Instead, just put the last four numbers. The credit card company knows the rest of the number,
and anyone who might be handling your check as it passes through all the check processing channels won't have access to it.
3. Put your work phone # on your checks instead of your home phone. If you have a PO Box use that instead of your home address. If you do not have a PO Box, use your work address. Never have your SS# printed on your checks.
(DUH!) You can add it if it is necessary. But if you have itprinted, anyone can get it.
4. Place the contents of your wallet on a photocopy machine. Do both sides of each license, credit card, etc You will know what you had in your wallet and all of the account numbers and phone numbers to call and cancel. Keep the photocopy in a safe place. I also carry a photocopy of my passport when I travel either here or abroad. We've all heard horror stories about fraud that's committed on us in stealing a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards.Unfortunately, I, an attorney, have firsthand knowledge because my wallet was stolen last month.
Within a week, the thieve(s) ordered an expensive monthly cell phone package, applied for a VISA credit card, had a credit line approved to buy a Gateway computer, received a PIN number from DMV to change my driving record information online, and more. But here's some critical information to limit the damage incase this happens to you or someone you know:
1. We have been told we should cancel our credit cards immediately. But the key is having the toll free numbers and your card numbers handy so you know whom to call. Keep those where you can find them.
2. File a police report immediately in the jurisdiction where your cardit cards, etc. were stolen. This proves to credit providers you were diligent, and this is a first step toward an investigation (if there ever is one).
But here's what is perhaps most important of all : (I never even thought to do this.)
3.Call the 3 national credit reporting organizations immediately to place a fraud alert on your name and Social Security number. I had never heard of doing that until advised by a bank that called to tell me an application for credit was made over the Internet in my name. The alert means any company that checks your credit knows your information was stolen, and they have to contact you by phone to authorize new credit.
By the time I was advised to do this, almost two weeks after the theft, all the damage had been done. There are records of all the credit checks initiated by the thieves' purchases, none of which I knew about before placing the alert. Since then, no additional damage has been done.
Now, here are the numbers you always need to contact about your wallet, etc. has been stolen:
1.) Equifax: 1-800-525-6285
2.) Experian (formerly TRW): 1-888-397-3742
3.) Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289
4.) Social Security Administration (fraud line):
1-800-269-0271
We pass along jokes on the Internet; we pass along just about everything. But if you are willing to pass this information along, it could really help someone that you care about.
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Thursday, July 29, 2004
THE FOLLOWING IS PRESENTED FOR YOUR INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL USE OF SOMEONE AMONG YOUR FAMILY OR FRIENDS
----Author unknown----
----Source from a friend's e-mail----
Subject: #77 on your cell phone
I knew about the red light on cars but not the #77.
It was about 1 PM in the afternoon, and Lauren was driving to visit a
friend. An UNMARKED police car pulled up behind her and put his lights on.
Lauren's parents have 4 children (high school and college age) and
have always told them never to pull over for an unmarked car on the
side of the road, but rather wait until they get to a gas station, etc., so
Lauren had actually listened to her parents advice, and promptly called
#77 on her cell phone to tell the police dispatcher that she would not
pull over right away.
She proceeded to tell the dispatcher that there was an unmarked police
car with a flashing red light on his rooftop behind. The dispatcher
checked see if there were police cars where she was and there weren't,
and he had her to keep driving, remain calm and that he had back up
already on the way. Ten minutes later 4 cop cars surrounded her and the unmarked car behind her. One policeman went to her side and the others surrounded the car behind.
They pulled the guy from the car and tackled him to the ground. The man was a convicted rapist and wanted for other crimes.
I never knew about the #77 Cell Phone Feature, but especially for a
woman alone in a car, you should not pull over for an unmarked car.
Apparently police have to respect your right to keep going to a "safe"place. You obviously need to make some signals that you acknowledge them i.e. put on your hazard lights) or call #77 like Lauren did.
Too bad the cell phone companies don't give you this little bit of
wonderful information. So, now it's your turn to let your friends know
about #77.
Send this to every woman you know, it may save a life.
And to you guys, send to the female friends and family members you
have, it could save their life too....
__________________________________
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Sunday, July 11, 2004
WD_40 Fan Club for the weerk of July 11th is presented here for your entertainment and possible uses for the product. There have been some unique uses during the past eight months that We have been receiving these newsletters. Hope you do like this spot on the "blog" and I do have the feeling they will show up in the next SAPSA newsletter.
Screen doors, windows and sunroofs get some serious summer action as
people try to keep cool. Keep these “cool-aids” working smoothly with
WD-40. Use it to:
-Drive dirt, grime and sand out of screen door tracks
-Lubricate and stop squeaks on window frames
-Prevent dead bugs from sticking to windshields and windows (coat with
WD-40 and rinse with soap and water after use)
-Lubricate arm cranks on manual sunroofs
-Prevent corrosion on metal window locks, cranks and frames
-Stop squeaks on patio doors
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This email is sent only to subscribers.
Please do not reply back directly to this email. Comments or questions?
Please use the "Feedback" form in the Fan Club
(http://fanclub.wd40.com/).
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Sunday, June 06, 2004
Hope you enjoy reading about this new E-MAIL information about the uses for WD 40:
What does WD-40 stand for? It’s a question we hear quite a bit. The
answer? Water Displacement, perfected on the 40th attempt. Displacing
water is the best way to prevent rust and corrosion, which was the first
use for WD-40. Try WD-40 to prevent rust on:
-Bicycle frames, rims and other components
-Garden, automotive and other tools
-Patio furniture
-Stainless steel
-Chrome parts on motorcycles, automobiles and off-road vehicles
-Tomato cages, bird cages and outdoor faucets
-Pipes, fittings and other plumbing accessories that are exposed to the
elements
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Sunday, May 30, 2004
Here is the May 30th WD 40 Fan Club's newsletter information:
Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Hooray! It’s
time to bring out all your summer toys, such as personal watercraft. WD-40
can help get the vehicles ready for use. Try it to:
-Clean exterior
-Drive moisture from electrical components
-Lubricate hinges on seat and other compartments
-Ease installation of new handgrips
-Prevent rust and corrosion on brass and metal parts
-Lubricate throttle controls
-Remove bug guts from windshields and fiberglass
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Hope you enjoy these little tid bits from the WD 40 folks!
BlueAngel
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Saturday, May 15, 2004
This is the weekly fan club newsletter describing various uses of the product WD 40 for the week of May 9, 2004.
Date: Sun, 09 May 2004
From: fanclub1@wd40.com
Subject: WD-40 e-Tip of the Week
It’s Mother’s Day! Make mom feel like a million bucks and be sure her
Sunday is special. WD-40 can help along the way. Try it to:
-Stop squeaks on hammocks
-Remove leftover adhesive from price tags on new gifts
-Drive moisture from engine components after washing mom’s car
-Clean, shine and protect garden tools
-Polish candleholders and vases
-Remove rust and prevent corrosion on patio furniture before a barbecue
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This email is sent only to subscribers.
Please do not reply back directly to this email. Comments or questions?
Please use the "Feedback" form in the Fan Club
(http://fanclub.wd40.com/).
Want to unsubscribe from e-Tip of the Week? Please visit
http://fanclub.wd40.com/, go to the "My Profile" page and opt-out.
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Wednesday, April 21, 2004
The ubiquitous Internet is where the following information has come from. A friend of mine (of over thirty years) sent to me so it could be passed along to the community. She does not claim nor do I that this particular prank has occured here in this vicinity but it is worth passing along as a preventative matter concerning possible infection(s) or harm to all.
She rec'd this information from friends in Jacksonville, Florida.
Subject: GAS PUMP
Addendum
30 May 2004
Since posting of this "blog", "A Dangerous Prank", I rec'd a correction on the validity of the item. It was descovered to have been a hoax that has been around for about 4 years. It is truly unfortunate that this has occurred. For this, I do apologize.
It was never intended that anything should be placed in this informational type journal that would be detrimental to anyone or their loved ones. I am not going to delete the hoax so that people will realize that we can all fall prey to the many hoaxes that are out there not only in cyberspace but in real life.
Thank you.
"Read this before your next gas fill-up:
Please take a couple of minutes to read this warning about Gas Pumping Handles.
WARNING: Look at the gas pump handles BEFORE you pump your gas. Please read and forward to anyone you know who drives a car.
My name is Captain Abraham Sands of the Jacksonville, Florida Police
Department. I have been asked by state and local authorities to write this email in order to get the word out to car drivers of a very dangerous prank that is occurring in numerous states. Some person or persons have been affixing hypodermic needles to the underside of gas pump handles! These needles appear to be infected with HIV positive blood.
In the Jacksonville area alone, there have been 17 cases of people being stuck by these needles over the past 5 months. We have verified reports of at least 12 others in various states around the country. It is believed that these may be copycat incidents due to someone reading about the crimes or see them reported on the television. At this point no one has been arrested and catching the perpetrators has become our top porioity. Shockingly, of the 17 who were stuck, 8 have tested HIV postive and because of the nature of the disease, the others could test positive in a couple of years.
Evidently, the consumers go to fill their car with gas, and when picking up the pump handle, get stuck with the infected needle. IT IS IMPERATIVE TO CAREFULLY CHECK THE HANDLE OF THE GAS PUMP EACH TIME YOU USE ONE. LOOK AT EVERY SURFACE YOUR HAND MAY TOUCH, INCLUDING UNDER THE HANDLE.
If you do find find a needle affixed to one(handle), Immediately contact your local police department so they can collect the evidence. PLEASE HELP US BY MAINTAINING A VIGILANCE, AND BY FORWARDING THIS INFORMATION TO ANYONE YOU KNOW WHO DRIVES. THE MORE WHO KNOW OF THIS, THE BETTER PROTECTED WE CAN ALL BE.
Rose Lambert,
Chief Aide to Supervisor Gerry Hyland, Mount Vernon District
2511 Parkers Lane
Alexandria, Virginia 22306
PLEASE READ THIS AND PASS IT ON TO EVERYONE IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK"
(MY COMMENT: I HOPE THIS IS NOT TRUE BUT IF IT IS A WORD TO THE WISE SHOULD BE SUFFICENT. It could happen with other types of infectious diseases than HIV that can be just as deadly. Ethel Taylor aka BlueAngel).
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Saturday, April 10, 2004
Foods that Shut Down STRESS
Janice Knight Hartman, Baltimore, Maryland (jann@comcast.net)
Polio survivor Jann Hartman, who has a degree in Home Economics and Nutrition, has written and lectured on nutrition for the past 20 years. She has been living with post-polio syndrome since 1989.
Jann is the mother of three boys, all presently serving in the Navy. She and John, her husband and fellow traveler of 32 years, have two granddaughters.
DO YOU REALIZE THAT THE FOODS YOU EAT CAN HELP YOU DEAL WITH STRESS?
First, you need to know that salty foods, sugary foods (candy and desserts), high fat foods, caffeinated coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages can add to your stress levels. So what should you eat? Here are a few ideas.
Caffeine-Free Beverages: 100% pure juices (a natural source of soothing fruit sugars) and herbal teas will provide necessary trace minerals, such as zinc and selenium.
IDEA! Drinking hot or iced herbal tea or juice (like grape, orange, or papaya) can be tranquilizing due to tryptophan, a necessary amino acid.
Raw Vegetables: Eating foods high in fiber can help lower cholesterol, and even lower blood pressure and tension. Vegetables contain nerve-soothing potassium and are naturally low in sodium. Plus, you get vitamins A and D, and folic acid.
IDEA! Try adding some dark greens like parsley, watercress, or even dandelion greens to a tossed salad.
Whole Grains and Nuts: Grains are a great source of vitamin E, potassium, and pantothenic acid (an anti-stress B vitamin). These are nutrients often missing from fast foods such as French fries or a sweet roll. Magnesium (nature’s tranquilizer) is abundant in nuts. Try them unsalted.
IDEA! Look for sugar-free bran muffins, oatmeal, wheat germ cereal, and salt-free nuts and seeds for snacks.
Yogurt: Rich in vitamins A, D, and B-complex, yogurt is a great lowfat source of protein. It is high in calcium, which eases the stress of insomnia and migraine headaches. Yogurt is digested 50% faster than regular milk, so it is very easy on your digestive system.
IDEA! Have a breakfast sundae. Alternate layers of plain yogurt and freshly sliced berries. Top with toasted wheat germ.
Sea Vegetables: Kelp, dulse, and spirulina are 12% sodium, but also provide protein, calcium, fiber, and vitamin A.
IDEA! Make a super salad packed with vitamins A and C by adding sprouts, greens, and a dash of dulse flakes.
Soybeans: Try bringing home the tofu instead of bringing home the bacon. Soy foods are a great source of calcium, magnesium, B-complex vitamins, protein, and tryptophan.
IDEA! Add cubes of tofu to tuna salad. Make a tofu shake or buy “soy nuts” for a tasty protein snack.
Next time you’re stressing out, reach for a food or drink that can help your body by shutting down stress!
Adapted from “The Foods That Shut Down Stress” by Harold Rosenberg in the Philadelphia Inquirer (June 29, 1986) and “Power Nutrition for Your Chronic Illness” by Kristine Napier, MPH, RD.
IDEA! Take a stress-reducing dish and recipe to your next support group meeting.
STRESS
Stress is a normal part of life. In small quantities, stress is good – it motivates people and can help them be more productive. However, too much stress can actually harm the brain and body. Persistent and unrelenting stress often leads to anxiety.
It’s widely believed that most illnesses are related to unrelieved or unmanaged stress. Eating well and relaxation techniques are two things readily accomplished without much time and effort.
If you find that your stress won’t go away regardless what you do, beware!
1. This may be a sign of a hidden illness, such as:
2. Thyroid disease (low or low normal)
3. Calcium imbalance (high or low)
4. Anemia (low iron)
5. Diabetes (too much sugar, not enough insulin)
6. Manic depression (Bi-polar disorder)
7. Liver disease
8. Kidney malfunction
9. Vitamin deficiency
10. Hormone deficiency
If your symptoms and stresses are not getting better, be sure to see your doctor for a complete physical examination, including blood and urine tests.
–National Institutes of Health (NIH)-
The article above is reprinted from Polio Network News -- now, Post-Polio Health Summer, 2003, Vol. 19, No.3 (www.post-polio.org). Any further reproduction must have written permissions of the copywrite holder. Post-Polio Health International;4207 Lindell Blvd. #110; Saint Lewis, Missouri 86108-2915, USA; www.post-polio.org E-mail: info@post-polio.org
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Saturday, April 10, 2004
Healthy Eating: Fat Facts
Jann Hartman, Baltimore, Maryland (jann@comcast.net)
Our bodies need fats, as well as carbohydrates and protein, in order to function properly. Carbohydrates and proteins each have four calories per gram. Fats are calorie dense with nine calories per gram. However, not all fats are created equal. That’s why choosing and using healthier fats is very important. Saturated fats and trans fats (or trans-fatty acids) are both problematic. Saturated fats can contribute to higher LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and have been linked to chronic conditions such as stroke, breast cancer and coronary heart disease.
SATURATED FATS are found in animal foods like butter, as well as “tropical” oils such as coconut or palm oil, or cocoa butter. These are the fats that tend to stay solid at room temperature. And, they have been listed on food labels since 1993.
TRANS FATS are harder to identify because they are not yet required to be listed on nutrition labels.
Many health professionals believe that trans fats may raise LDL cholesterol even higher than saturated fats. Trans fats are created by adding hydrogen to vegetable oil to make it a solid fat such as shortening or stick margarine. The term “partially hydrogenated” on an ingredient list means that the food contains trans fats.
They are often found in processed foods and baked goods. Even healthy sounding sports or “nutrition” bars often contain trans fats. Trans fats also occur naturally in foods such as dairy products, some meats and other animal-based foods.
UNSATURATED FATS include polyusaturated as well as monounsaturated fats and are better for your body and are often called the “good” fats. For healthy eating, we should consume mostly unsaturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats have been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol, but they may also reduce HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Monounsaturated fats can reduce LDL cholesterol without affecting HDL cholesterol.
Be sure to choose oils carefully and use polyunsaturated fats such as corn, sunflower, soybean and safflower oils. Monounsaturated fats, such as those in olive, canola and peanut oils, are even healthier. Avocados, nuts, nut oils and seeds are also great sources of good fats. But, be cautious when choosing nut butters (for instance, peanut butter and other nut spreads) as these often contain additional sugars and other additives, and are mostly hydrogenated. And, as always, use any fats in moderation.
While some European countries have banned trans fats, Canada and the United States have decided to require the labeling of trans fats. Some US companies have already added trans fat to their Nutrition Facts, which will be a requirement in January 2006.
Remember, until then, you can recognize that a product contains trans fats by the term “partially hydrogenated.” The knowledge we obtain from reading and comparing labels enables us to select healthier foods to keep ourselves as fit as possible.
Polio survivor Jann Hartman has a degree in Home Economics and Nutrition, and has written and lectured on nutrition for the past 20 years. She has been living with post-polio syndrome since 1989. She contributed a previous article, “Foods that Shut Down Stress,” to the Summer 2003 issue of Post-Polio Health.
The above article is reprinted from Post-Polio Heatlh, Winter 2004, Volume 20 Number 1 with permission pf Post-Polio Health International (www.post-polio.org). Any further reproduction must have the permission of the copywrite holder. Post-Polio Health International; 4207 Lindell Blvd. #110; Saint Louis, Missouri 63108-2915; www.post-polio.org; E-mail info@post-polio.org. Thank you!
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Friday, April 09, 2004
WD- 40:This product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1954 by three technicians at San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. It's name comes from the project that was to find a "water diisplacement" compound. They were successful with the fortieth (40th) formulation thus WD-40.
The Corsair Company bought it in bulk to protect their Atlas missile parts. The workers were so pleased with the product, they began smuggling (also known as "shrinkgage", "stealing" or "liberating") it out to home. The executives decided there might be a consumer market for it and put it in aerosol cans. The rest, as they say, is history.
It is a carefully guarded recipe known only to 4 people. Only one of them is the "brew master". There are about 2.5 million gallons of the stuff manufactured each year. It gets its distinctive smell from a fragrance that is added to the brew. Ken East says there is nothing in WD-40 that would harm you.
Hope that you enjoy reading the next few or more uses for WD-40.
The first week of April is generally the "kick-off" week for the All American Sport of Baseball. This week was no different. Keeping this in mind, WD-40 can help keep the balls, bats, mitts, and many other types of related baseball equipment including uniforms up to par. Here's, but a few uses of WD-40 to keep all types of equipment in great shape and condition. You might want to try it to:
--Help break in new gloves and cleats
--Easy removal and installation of interchangeable metal cleats
--Remove ball marks from helmets and bats
--Help remove grass stains from pants and jerseys
--Lubricate moving parts on pitching machines
--Stop squeaks on swinging dugout gates and fences
--Lubricate wheel bearings on chalkers
(from the: http:// fanclub.wd40.com/ newsletter dated 4 April 2004)
Here's a few more uses that might be a surprise:
--Makes your horses tail tangle free and shinny!
--Cleans and lubricates guitar strings
--Gives floor just waxed sheen without making it slippery
--Restores and cleans chalk boards
--Loosen stubborn zippers
--Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots
--Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill
--Keeps scissors working smoothly
--Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers
--Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open
--Spraying umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close
--Keeps pigeons off of the balcony (they hate the smel!)
--Even heard of folks spraying it on their arms, hands, knees,etc to relieve arthritis
--Lubricates prosthetic limbs
In celebration of their 50th year, the company conducted a contest to learn the favorite uses of its customers and their fan club (yes, there is a fan club www.WD40.com) They compiled the information to idfentify the favorrite uses in each of the 50 states. The person who wrote the list found that
--Georgia & Alabama customers favorite use was that "it penetrates stuck bolts,lug nuts, and hose ends"
--Florida favorite uses "cleans and remove bugs from grills and bumpers"
--California's favorite use "penetrating the bolts on the Golden Gate Bridge"
--Texas' favorite use is "penetrates & cleans carbon firing residue, rust & grit from gun chambers, barrels & trigger assemblies"
--Let them close with one final, wonderful use --- the favorite use in the State of New York ---- WD-40) protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements!
No wonder WD-40 has enjoyed 50 successful years!!!!
The above was compiled, not only, from the WD-40 web site but also from various sources including from the internet, friens and members of SAPSA. Hope that you have enjoyed this bit.
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Sunday, March 28, 2004
The following “tips”, “hints” are gleaned from varied sources like Heloise newspaper columns, chat rooms on the Internet, and from friends throughout the years as well as family. They are presented for your entertainment and possible use.
Who would think....
PAM cooking spray would dry finger nail polish?
MAYONNAISE will kill LICE, it will also condition your hair.
KOOL AID to clean dishwasher pipes! Just put it in the detergent section and run a cycle, it will also clean a toilet.
KOOL AID can be used as a dye in paint also. Kool Aid in Dannon plain Yogurt as a finger paint, your kids will love it and won’t hurt them if they eat it (plus being low fat and nutritious to boot.)
PEANUT BUTTER will get scratches out of CD’s! Wipe off with COFFEE FILTER PAPER.
PAM will also remove paint and grease from your hands! Keep a can in your garage for your hubby or significant other.
A SLINKY toy will hold toast & CD’s.
Remove labels off glassware etc. by rubbing with PEANUT BUTTER
To determine the freshness of bread in the stores, other than squeezing the loaf, the bread is delivered fresh to the stores five days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday). Each day’s twist tie is color coded.
MONDAY — BLUE
TUESDAY — GREEN
THURSDAY — RED
FRIDAY — WHITE
SATURDAY — YELLOW
It is interesting to note that the twist ties colors are alphabetically arranged Monday through Saturday (including the plastic tabs that are on some of the bakery products). Say you go on Thursday for some bread and you pick up a loaf with a white tie you know the loaf is a week old.
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Sunday, March 28, 2004
(The following article is taken from the TPSA TIPS Newsletter Volume XVII Issue 2 2002 edition of the Texas Polio Survivors Association by courtesy of the Polio Echo News. It is an article well worth reprinting and I am sure that TPSA won’t mind us doing the reprint in our own Newsletter and "BLOG SITE": sapsa.mu.nu./ There is no www. in front of the sapsa.)
Memory Problems? A symptom of post-polio fatigue is trouble focusing attention. These tips might help:
Write it down—When you want to remember something, the very best thing you can do is to write it down. Then, when you need to recall it, it will be for you in an instant.
Keep it together—When you write down things you want to remember, keep them in one consistent place. Otherwise, you will spend a lot of time looking for your notes.
Good Health—Eat healthy foods, get enough sleep and exercise. These are all important for your memory, staying focused and alert..
Record your thoughts—A hand-held tape recorder is wonderful thing to carry around with you and record your thoughts, or your parking space number, or a phone number you see on a billboard.
Call yourself—If you are away from home, call your answering machine and leave yourself a message. When you get home, you’ll listen to your message and remember exactly what you want to do.
Believe in Yourself—I f you keep saying you have a bad memory, you’ll probably continue to have a bad memory. It’s important to have a motivated I CAN remember attitude.
Post-It notes—Those wonderful sticky notes can be amazing memory helpers. Have to make an urgent call first thing in the morning? Leave a note by the telephone.
Timers and Alarms—Take advantage of alarm clocks and timers throughout the day. Want to leave for the movies by 6:15? Set your timer to beep a few minutes before
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Monday, December 22, 2003
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Authored by BlueAngel on
Monday, December 22, 2003
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