In honor of Teddy Bear Picnic Day
"Teddy Bear Picnic"
by John Bratton and Jimmy Kennedy
If you go down to the woods today
You're sure of a big surprise
If you go down to the woods today
You'd better go in disguise
For ev'ry bear that ever there was will gather there for certain because
Today's the day the Teddy Bears have their picnic
Ev'ry Teddy Bear who's been good
Is sure of a treat today.
There's lots of marvelous things to eat
And wonderful games to play
Beneath the trees where nobody sees
They'll hide and seek as long as they please
'Cause that's the way the Teddy Bears have their picnic
If you go down to the woods today
You'd better not go alone
It's lovely down in the woods today
But safer to stay at home
For ev'ry bear that ever there was
Will gather there for certain, because
Today's the day the Teddy Bears have their picnic.
Picnic Time for Teddy Bears
The little Teddy Bears are having a lovely time today
Watch them, catch them unawares
And see them picnic on their holiday
See them gaily gad about
They love to play and shout;
They never have any care;
At six o'clock their Mummies and Daddies,
Will take them home to bed,
Because they're tired little Teddy Bears.
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Scientists discovered the world's oldest flower in 2002, in northeast China. The flower, named Archaefructus sinensis bloomed about 125 million years ago and resembles a water lily.
GARDEN UPDATE
Finished all the apple butter and ended up with 17 large jars!! Today hopefully I will be making an apple pie.
Thought all my jam days were over until my friend excitedly called to tell me her neighbor's plum tree was stuffed full and we could go get some! I gotta get some more jars...
TOP TEN THRIFTING TIPS OR HOW TO HAVE THE OPTIMAL EXPERIENCE THRIFTING
Have you ever marveled at the creative person who always seems to get the best deals for the cheapest price? Have you ever ventured into a thrift store to look for bargains? Here is how you can optimize your experience.
1. Have a plan. This means know which stores you will be shopping at and how long. It is very easy to lose time in a thrift store, but by being more focused you can maximize your time. Of course, if you find yourself in a midst of treasures, you can always adjust.Try not to rush.
2. Be flexible. This means you are going in with a mind-set that will allow for success. Don't go in with an expectation of finding a Pierre Cardin original for 3 dollars. Do go in open to the possibilities.
3. Know your merchandise. For example, I purchased a Donald Duck In Mathmagicland video for a dollar at a thrift store. Being a baby boomer, I knew that they used to show that movie in class to us in the 1950's. Turns out there were only two versions ever made- the first one is pretty much impossible to find since collectors hold onto them and the second is also collector worthy. I ended up selling it on an online store for 39$.
You can learn about merchandise by looking through the ads and seeing what people are paying for them brand new; learn logos and brands; and find out what's hot and what's selling. Books on antiques also will help you recognize true antiques from knock-offs.
4. Be attentive. If you see something from across the room and figure you'll make your way over to it, it will be gone. Go over and pick up the item and put it in your cart. You can always put it back after you have had time to look at it more closely.
Watch other people. If they all seem to be hurrying towards one aisle, they might be having a sale on light bulbs or another donated item. Often these sell out as fast as they put them out.
5. Be prepared. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. If you will be trying on shoes, wear socks and shoes you can get off and on easily. Go to the bathroom before you go into the store-most stores will not let you use the restroom.
Have an appropriate vehicle for your purchases. If you are considering buying furniture, bring a truck or SUV that will have enough room. Bring a measuring tape and the measurements of the rooms you are looking for...it really helps as everything looks the right side in the store-until you get it home and find out it doesn't fit.
6.Know Your Stores. Many stores are only open certain days and times. Some have discount days, some have senior days. Some have a sign at the entrance as you walk in telling you daily sales. Some only take cash. Some have higher prices than others for the same type of item.
7. Have fun. If possible, go with someone; that way you can share the excitement of the find.
8. Things you should not buy at a thrift store: lingerie, food containers that are not new (they could have had gasoline stored in them previously), things with parts missing (they may be out of manufacture), etc. Be careful with electronics- what you see is what you get-with no warranty. Ask them to plug it in to see if it works.
9. Think outside the box. A basket would make a great desk trashcan, a birdcage a great garden or home design item, silverware a windchime, etc. Be open to the possibilities.
10. Don't overbuy. It is a temptation to buy all these great bargains, but if you don't have a place for them, don't buy them; then they are not a bargain. Many hoarders start this way.
You can save a ton of money and have a great time thrifting. Make it an adventure and you will find lots of treasures!
Finished all the apple butter and ended up with 17 large jars!! Today hopefully I will be making an apple pie.
Thought all my jam days were over until my friend excitedly called to tell me her neighbor's plum tree was stuffed full and we could go get some! I gotta get some more jars...
TOP TEN THRIFTING TIPS OR HOW TO HAVE THE OPTIMAL EXPERIENCE THRIFTING
Have you ever marveled at the creative person who always seems to get the best deals for the cheapest price? Have you ever ventured into a thrift store to look for bargains? Here is how you can optimize your experience.
1. Have a plan. This means know which stores you will be shopping at and how long. It is very easy to lose time in a thrift store, but by being more focused you can maximize your time. Of course, if you find yourself in a midst of treasures, you can always adjust.Try not to rush.
2. Be flexible. This means you are going in with a mind-set that will allow for success. Don't go in with an expectation of finding a Pierre Cardin original for 3 dollars. Do go in open to the possibilities.
3. Know your merchandise. For example, I purchased a Donald Duck In Mathmagicland video for a dollar at a thrift store. Being a baby boomer, I knew that they used to show that movie in class to us in the 1950's. Turns out there were only two versions ever made- the first one is pretty much impossible to find since collectors hold onto them and the second is also collector worthy. I ended up selling it on an online store for 39$.
You can learn about merchandise by looking through the ads and seeing what people are paying for them brand new; learn logos and brands; and find out what's hot and what's selling. Books on antiques also will help you recognize true antiques from knock-offs.
4. Be attentive. If you see something from across the room and figure you'll make your way over to it, it will be gone. Go over and pick up the item and put it in your cart. You can always put it back after you have had time to look at it more closely.
Watch other people. If they all seem to be hurrying towards one aisle, they might be having a sale on light bulbs or another donated item. Often these sell out as fast as they put them out.
5. Be prepared. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. If you will be trying on shoes, wear socks and shoes you can get off and on easily. Go to the bathroom before you go into the store-most stores will not let you use the restroom.
Have an appropriate vehicle for your purchases. If you are considering buying furniture, bring a truck or SUV that will have enough room. Bring a measuring tape and the measurements of the rooms you are looking for...it really helps as everything looks the right side in the store-until you get it home and find out it doesn't fit.
6.Know Your Stores. Many stores are only open certain days and times. Some have discount days, some have senior days. Some have a sign at the entrance as you walk in telling you daily sales. Some only take cash. Some have higher prices than others for the same type of item.
7. Have fun. If possible, go with someone; that way you can share the excitement of the find.
8. Things you should not buy at a thrift store: lingerie, food containers that are not new (they could have had gasoline stored in them previously), things with parts missing (they may be out of manufacture), etc. Be careful with electronics- what you see is what you get-with no warranty. Ask them to plug it in to see if it works.
9. Think outside the box. A basket would make a great desk trashcan, a birdcage a great garden or home design item, silverware a windchime, etc. Be open to the possibilities.
10. Don't overbuy. It is a temptation to buy all these great bargains, but if you don't have a place for them, don't buy them; then they are not a bargain. Many hoarders start this way.
You can save a ton of money and have a great time thrifting. Make it an adventure and you will find lots of treasures!
GARDEN GIGGLE
Why is it hard to carry on a conversation with a goat?
He's always butting in
What do you call an owl with a sore throat?
A bird that doesn't give a hoot
Why did the hens refuse to lay any more eggs?
They were tired of working for chicken feed!
What do you get if you cross a parakeet and a lawn mower?
Shredded Tweet!
How do lovebirds dance?
Chick to chick
What did Cinderella say when the snapshots she'd taken didn't arrive?
Some day my prints will come!
FAUNA
WHAT IN THE WORLD? OVER THE GARDEN FENCE
On today in American history, people in gardens everywhere were talking about:
1850 Millard Fillmore is sworn in as President after the death of Zachary Taylor
1941 Jazz Great Jelly Roll Morton dies
1962 US patent issued for the three point seatbelt
1990 Gorbachev re-elected head of the Communist Party
1992 The Exxon Valdez Captain's conviction is overturned
2012 The temperature in Raleigh, North Carolina reaches 105F
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