This is a saying that is springing up all over the place. I like it and am now asking myself this question often. Imagine how great our lives would be if more and more attitudes were high on the happiness chart...
"Attitudes are contagious. Is yours worth other people catching?"
VLE-B
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Garden Plants
At this time of the year, gardeners around here sometimes decide to thin their flower gardens out. If you have anything you want to get rid of, please let me know. Our new yard is very empty and we would appreciate anything you could share with us.
Please call me at 620.375.8033 or send an email to me at
slblaus@gmail.com
Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
VLE-B
Please call me at 620.375.8033 or send an email to me at
slblaus@gmail.com
Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
VLE-B
Leoti Vs. Syracuse Football Game
The Leoti Indians traveled to Syracuse yesterday to take on the Bullbogs. At times, especially the final half, it was a real nail-biting game. Our team played very well and in the end, succeeded to topple the Bulldogs by a score of 34-28. YAY!!!
Last night, one of our senior players was seriously injured during the first half. I do not know many other details. We hope that he is well and will be able to return to the playing field soon. That brings something else up that I want to comment on. You have always heard me talk about how wonderful our local Emergency Service members are. I would place our EMTs and Firemen at the very top of the heap. Normally they go into action in just Wichita County. Last night when our player was injured, we had at least three and maybe four of our prized EMTs run to the field to take care of our fallen player. They were great! Our local players and spectators were happy to see these individuals spring into action. A huge thank you goes out to these individuals!!!
I cannot tell you how proud I am of our team. They have played with a very small team this year. At last week's game against the Stanton County Trojans, we didn't even have substitutes so that the players could take rest periods. We had two players who were unable to play in both of our last two games because of injuries. One of those players will return to the line-up next week. The other player who was injured will have to remain on the sidelines for the rest of this season. We hope that he will be able to play basketball for most of that season.
Next week, our team will take on Elkhart in Elkhart. Our next scheduled varsity home game will be Friday, September 28th, when Oakley comes to Leoti to challenge us on homecoming.
Go, Indians!!!
Last night, one of our senior players was seriously injured during the first half. I do not know many other details. We hope that he is well and will be able to return to the playing field soon. That brings something else up that I want to comment on. You have always heard me talk about how wonderful our local Emergency Service members are. I would place our EMTs and Firemen at the very top of the heap. Normally they go into action in just Wichita County. Last night when our player was injured, we had at least three and maybe four of our prized EMTs run to the field to take care of our fallen player. They were great! Our local players and spectators were happy to see these individuals spring into action. A huge thank you goes out to these individuals!!!
I cannot tell you how proud I am of our team. They have played with a very small team this year. At last week's game against the Stanton County Trojans, we didn't even have substitutes so that the players could take rest periods. We had two players who were unable to play in both of our last two games because of injuries. One of those players will return to the line-up next week. The other player who was injured will have to remain on the sidelines for the rest of this season. We hope that he will be able to play basketball for most of that season.
Next week, our team will take on Elkhart in Elkhart. Our next scheduled varsity home game will be Friday, September 28th, when Oakley comes to Leoti to challenge us on homecoming.
Go, Indians!!!
Friday, September 14, 2012
Mice??? Centipedes???
If you are living in a drought ridden area such as Western Kansas, you just might be plagued with these unwanted housemates. I've been talking to quite a few people in our area who are now declaring war on these nasties. I just spoke with a pest control specialist. He told me that M--A--N--Y people are horrifed to discover that they are hosting these critters in their own homes now. The cause? These pests and other wildlife have packed up and are moving into towns and cities in search of water and food. The grass, weeds, etc that they rely on for life have dried up and blown away.
What can we do to arm our homes and businesses?
1. Make sure that there are no holes in your yards or other areas that surround your buildings. Fill them with dirt, concrete or sand. Sand works well. Anytime an animal tries to dig through it, the sand collapses therefore no hole can be dug.
2. Look for any areas around doors and windows for open or loose gaps. Fill them with weather stripping or caulking of a sort that will survive moisture, heat and drought. By doing this, you will bar out flies, etc too. You just might even notice a major savings on your utility bills because heat and cold will stay outside where they belong.
3. Your local hardware store will supply customers with products that will seal their buildings up as well as poisons, live release traps, spring and glue mice traps. If you prefer, give your local pest control company a call to help you.
4. Keep your grasses, plants, weeds, etc that are close to your house down low. They are the perfect haven for pests of all kinds.
I learned that if you'll look at the width of the end of your pinkie, you'll identify the size of hole that will allow a mouse into your house, etc. The width of the end of your thump is all it takes to allow a RAT access to your home! Of course, bugs don't even need that much space to enter your property.
Be prepared and tae action.
VLE-B
What can we do to arm our homes and businesses?
1. Make sure that there are no holes in your yards or other areas that surround your buildings. Fill them with dirt, concrete or sand. Sand works well. Anytime an animal tries to dig through it, the sand collapses therefore no hole can be dug.
2. Look for any areas around doors and windows for open or loose gaps. Fill them with weather stripping or caulking of a sort that will survive moisture, heat and drought. By doing this, you will bar out flies, etc too. You just might even notice a major savings on your utility bills because heat and cold will stay outside where they belong.
3. Your local hardware store will supply customers with products that will seal their buildings up as well as poisons, live release traps, spring and glue mice traps. If you prefer, give your local pest control company a call to help you.
4. Keep your grasses, plants, weeds, etc that are close to your house down low. They are the perfect haven for pests of all kinds.
I learned that if you'll look at the width of the end of your pinkie, you'll identify the size of hole that will allow a mouse into your house, etc. The width of the end of your thump is all it takes to allow a RAT access to your home! Of course, bugs don't even need that much space to enter your property.
Be prepared and tae action.
VLE-B
Tribune--Movie--of--the--Weekend
Up for a good comedy? Then head over to Tribune's Star Theatre this weekend, September 14th through the 16th. The hit, HOPE SPRINGS, will be shown. Showtime is 8:00 CST all three nights. Stars include Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carell. The movie is rated PG-13 and runs for 100 minutes.
When the marriage of a very devoted couple begins to go stale, the wife finally persuades her husband to fly away for a week long marriage therapy session. Come along with them and you might even see a bit of your own marriage...
Adults, 13 and older: $5.00
Children, 4 through 12: $4.00
Babies through 3-years-of age: F--R--E--E
Refreshments are also very fairly priced.
VLE-B
When the marriage of a very devoted couple begins to go stale, the wife finally persuades her husband to fly away for a week long marriage therapy session. Come along with them and you might even see a bit of your own marriage...
Adults, 13 and older: $5.00
Children, 4 through 12: $4.00
Babies through 3-years-of age: F--R--E--E
Refreshments are also very fairly priced.
VLE-B
A B--I--G Thank You
Today is a BEAUTIFUL day in Leoti. People and animals, me included, have enjoyed being out and about to soak in the wonderful Fall day. Unfortunately a little rabbit tried to cross the street just north of Western State Bank. Somewhere along the way, a vehicle struck him in the rear portion of his body. I was on my way to the bank when I saw the poor critter dragging his little body to some safety. From a distance, it was evident to see he was in grave condition. You know me, I love animals. I couldn't just leave him lying there helpless and in pain. The noon hour had just begun so I knew that calling Animal Control officers was not going to be a viable solution. I called the Wichita County Sheriff's Office and requested that an officer be dispatched to help the little guy. As I waited, I sat down on the curb and petted the rabbit hoping that, in some little way, it might find some comfort. It was a wild cottontail but it didn't seem to mind my touching of it. I talked to it and was eventually able to lift it and cradle it next to me. It seemed to appreciate our new friendship. I cannot tell you how many tears poured out of my eyes. I hoped and prayed that by some miracle, it would survive. I was totally willing to take it to a vet for more professional care.
Soon, Sheriff Randy Keeton, City Supervisor Curtis Kreutzer and City Officer Rick Harp joined us. In a few minutes, it was determined that the rabbit's condition was fatal. All three of these men were so kind and understanding to me. They took control of the rabbit.
I just want to thank all three of these fine men for all that they did to help the rabbit and myself. Allowing the rabbit to suffer any further would have just been awful. Far too often, we fail to recognize just how much our public service agents do for us.
VLE-B
Soon, Sheriff Randy Keeton, City Supervisor Curtis Kreutzer and City Officer Rick Harp joined us. In a few minutes, it was determined that the rabbit's condition was fatal. All three of these men were so kind and understanding to me. They took control of the rabbit.
I just want to thank all three of these fine men for all that they did to help the rabbit and myself. Allowing the rabbit to suffer any further would have just been awful. Far too often, we fail to recognize just how much our public service agents do for us.
VLE-B
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Pizza, Breadstick, Spice Kit, etc Sale
Currently the teenagers from Leoti's Christian GAP group are raising money to be used for a Christian mission this next summer. Our daughter, Leighlyn, is one of the fundraisers. If you would like for her to stop by your house or office or if you would prefer to come here to see what all is available, please call me at 620.375.8033 or 375.8032.
Orders and payments need to be turned in to the church no later than Monday, September 10th. You'll be able to pick your order up at Christ Covenant Church at 4:00 CST on Tuesday, September 18th. These products are prepared by a major pizza restaurant. When you call, we can tell you the name of it. Kits run from $16.00 each to $25.00 each. In addition to food, you can also order a laminate pizza paddle NOT for oven use. Cookie dough, calzones, chicken wings and pizza cones are also available.
Hungry yet?
Thank you for your support!!!
VLE-B
Orders and payments need to be turned in to the church no later than Monday, September 10th. You'll be able to pick your order up at Christ Covenant Church at 4:00 CST on Tuesday, September 18th. These products are prepared by a major pizza restaurant. When you call, we can tell you the name of it. Kits run from $16.00 each to $25.00 each. In addition to food, you can also order a laminate pizza paddle NOT for oven use. Cookie dough, calzones, chicken wings and pizza cones are also available.
Hungry yet?
Thank you for your support!!!
VLE-B
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