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MOUNTAIN NOTES 01-16-2000 |
My Apology for the Late Issue!
Partners, I shore am plum sorry for the late issue. We were really busy movin' The MountainGnome to his new Cabin(them city slickers call it a 'DOMAIN'). Here is our new home: http://www.mountaingnome.com
Well, it's sunny and 61° here in the Sangre De Cristo Mtn. range of Colorado! You can bet that won't last! Well, 'nuff of my jabberin', here's some news.
Special Feature: Do You Believe In Angels?
If ya don't, this might change yer mind. Yessir, I'm sure an angel believer, someday I'll tell ya'll why!
Now on with the rest of the story. First off, the picture I'm about to show ya, was taken by a professional police photographer. His equipment was checked and found to be in perfect working condition. You must also understand, the occupants of this vehicle survived with scratches! Are ya'll ready fer this?? Click on ANGEL!
Folks, if any of ya have an angel story or picture, please send it our way! We will sure publish it and share it with the rest of our readers!
Now don't ya'll ferget to send them special stories and pitures to us! Email your story and pitures along with yer name and where yer from, and you'll see it featured here. So, dadburnit, email the The MountainGnome.
Talk About Dumb..
When a man attempted to siphon gasoline from a motor home parked on a
Seattle street, he got much more than he bargained for. Police arrived
at the scene to find an ill man curled up next to a motor home near
spilled sewage. A police spokesman said that the man admitted to trying
to steal gasoline and plugged his hose into the motor home's sewage tank
by mistake. The owner of the vehicle declined to press charges, saying
that it was the best laugh he'd ever had . . . .
THE SNOW SCENE |
Starting this week, we're gonna do some features on trains. It's a great way to take a vacation or just go for a scenic tour!
We're goin' skiin' up to Winter Park/Mary Jane ski resort and on the way up, let's take the scenic route by the Ski Train. America’s largest scheduled passenger train is beginning its 60th
season offering a postcard-perfect train experience through the
dramatic peaks of the Rockies. Skiers and sightseers alike enjoy a
day at Winter Park/Mary Jane Resort, one of Colorado’s most
popular winter destinations.
Yore gonna see some of the dadgummist purttiest scenery ya ever laid eyes on! And when ya get to Winter Park there's plenty waitin' fer ya to do!
Well, partners, ya'll have lots of FUN in Snow Country!!
OUTDOORS SCENE |
Why not plan your next hunting trip to West Texas?!
Desert Mountain Guide Service offers some of the best fowl, deer, elk hunting opportunities around.
Hunts range from spot and stalk in the crisp mountain air for world class trophy
Aoudad Sheep and Desert Mule Deer to rattling and stand hunting for Texas
Trophy Whitetail. Hunting the best Rio Grande Turkey in the southwest throughout
the mating season is typically with calls and decoys. This is a great opportunity to
experience the thrill of West Texas free range hunting at it's very best.
- Nothing in the known universe travels faster than a bad check.
MOUNTAINGNOME FAVORITE SITE |
Mount Vernon
This site is dedicated to preserving the history and
artistic beauty of George Washington's estate at
Mount Vernon. The site offers a visitor's guide,
calendar of events, an overview of archaeological
projects, photographs, and history. . .
A diplomat is somebody who can tell you to go to hell and make you feel happy to be on you way.
NEWS |
"Do The Crime and Do The Time"
Drug-possession defendant Christopher Johns, on trial in March in
Pontiac, Michigan, said he had been searched without a warrant. The
prosecutor said the officer didn't need a warrant because a "bulge"
in Christopher's jacket could have been a gun. Nonsense, said Christopher,
who happened to be wearing the same jacket that day in court. He handed
it over so the judge could see it. The judge discovered a packet of
cocaine in the pocket and laughed so hard he required a five-minute
recess to compose himself. . .
Ever wonder why lint (the stuff you remove from your dryer) is gray when we put into the dryer clothes of many colors? I would figure lint should be a beautiful mosaic, something you might even consider laminating and hanging on your wall.
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- A little boy was overheard praying: "Lord, if You can't make me a better boy, don't worry about it. I'm having a real good time like I am!"
TIPS FOR: Moms-To-Be & New Moms |
Get Ready for a New Baby :
What will you need in those first few weeks after you bring your baby
home? Much about your life in these early weeks involves changing
diapers. So you'll want to be prepared. About 80 percent of parents
opt for disposable diapers; others choose a professional diaper
service, and even fewer wash their own at home. Decide which kind of
diapers you want to use and stock up ahead of time. Keep in mind that
you'll be going through 10 to 12 diapers each day during the first few
weeks. If you do plan to use disposables, we recommend buying at least
three large packs (about 150 diapers). If you plan to use cloth,
you'll need six to 10 packs (12 diapers per pack) of pre-folded
diaper-service-quality diapers. For cloth, you'll also need a diaper
pail, diaper covers, and rubber pants. Go with diaper wraps made with
Velcro -- otherwise you'll be stuck using pins or clips.
NOTE: Always follow the advice of your Physician!
Baby Acne :
Babies often get a kind of acne called milia, usually after the second
week of life. It usually peaks around the third week, say Dr. William
and Martha Sears in The Baby Book, and clears within a month or six
weeks. While most baby acne will go away by itself if you leave it
alone, if the oil on your baby's face is excessive and / or irritating
to her, gently wash your baby's face a couple of times a day with a
mild baby soap and pat dry. Avoid touching or squeezing the pimples or
applying lotions or creams. The good news is that no matter what you
do, it will resolve itself on its own. Within a month your child will
sport beautiful, unblemished baby skin.
- My mind works like lightning. One brilliant flash and it is gone.
DADBURN COMPUTER STUFF |
- InDefense: You read about the new virus that looks like a Y2K patch. InDefense is the best Anti-Virus program that I have seen to date! There are no virus definitions to constantly update! Read what all the folks are saying about it! You can download the software and try it for 45 days! I'm using now and it's a Peach of a program!
- ABIWORD -- A FREE WORD PROCESSOR FOR LINUX
- MouseImp -- Increase your workspace and improve scrolling.
The MOUNTAINMANS SURVIVAL TIPS |
"If your feet get cold, cover your head." Whether you're walking, sitting, or sleeping, a warm cap (wool, polartec, etc.) will comfort your extremities within minutes. Add a neck gaiter and the combo will really keep you toasty. You lose a lot of radiant heat from your head/neck area.
100 Hour Emergency Candles! Many uses when your hiking, hunting etc.!
EDIBILITY RULE - MEMORY TOOL
- If it's blue - it's good for you.
- If it's red - use your head.
- If it's white - do not bite.
MOUNTAINGNOME's GRUB SHOPPE |
VEGETABLE CHEESE BALL :
This version of a classic favorite appetizer adds the crunch and
flavor of celery, green pepper, and onion to the blend of cheeses. The
recipe makes two cheese balls, so you can freeze one for a future
gathering.
- 2 8-oz pkgs cream cheese, softened
- 2 c grated sharp cheddar cheese, softened
- 1/4 c chopped celery
- 1/4 c chopped green pepper
- 1/4 c grated onion
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Paprika or 3/4 c finely chopped nuts
Blend cheeses thoroughly. Stir in vegetables. Blend in remaining
ingredients except paprika or nuts. Shape into 2 balls. Sprinkle with
paprika or roll in chopped nuts. Refrigerate or freeze.
So until next week, remember:Time is the best teacher; Unfortunately it kills all its students.