tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7299989278090699202011-04-21T15:49:57.097-05:00A hodge-podge of History, Articles, News, Opinion, Prose, and Poetry.Samantha Quinnsburyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14198533744966429054noreply@blogger.comBlogger461100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-729998927809069920.post-6486530940574322402009-05-04T09:09:00.000-05:002009-05-04T09:10:33.071-05:00

St. Paul police officer denies hitting man at O'Gara's Bar & Grill"I don't know what you're talking about. The guy just fell down." O'Gara's server testifies she was shocked when officer shoved, punched her co-worker She later told police investigators the kicking reminded her of "where Sonny beats up Carlo" in the movie "The Godfather."

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Haven’t written in a while, so here is my next post, which I thought of in the car while listening to Rush Limbaugh on KTLK. Yes, I know, I just wrote a post about how Barack Obama said people should stop listening to Rush, but its just too much fun to listen to him rant and meltdown on a daily basis. Also, I don’t buy into Rush’s dogma, so Obama’s comments weren’t aimed at people like me!

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What about the balls on our New President?Who the hell else would have told Republicans to stop listening to Rush Limbaugh if they really expect change to happen?The UK's telegraph said that it was a move that would risk a new culture war with conservative voters, but I don't think that is particularly true. Mr. Limbaugh has been getting a lot of heat from his own rabid listeners about saying he

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It's a new year! And with this new year comes new goals.Last year, I did okay with one of my most important resolutions: To write more in my blog.I wrote three times as many posts in 2008 as I did in 2007. That is pretty good! If you take a look though, I wasn't quite as successful as I would have liked to have been. 32 posts isn't really that much better than 11 when you take into account

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Wow… I have a very good reason for not having written in a long time. This post that I’m writing right now has been in the works since the end of the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota, in September, which happened just 30 miles away from my adopted home town of Rockford. Ever since that time, however, I have been too glued to the TV, talk radio, and the Internet, sucking in

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I don't even know why I'm writing this. Maybe to blow off steam, maybe for attention, maybe because I'm an addict. I don't know... I guess I should back up a little bit.I used to love Mountain Dew. I say "used to" with emphasis. I did love it, and now I don't. Like a past relationship, every once and a while I think of Mountain Dew and wonder what its doing. But also like a past relationship

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I just thought that while I had a spare moment, I would check in with an update since Mojo MIA. I think it is safe to say that it's back. Until I wrote that post, I was slowly working my way to productivity, but like I said, it was slow. After I laid out all of my spinning thoughts in that post, I feel like I've been able to move on with my work. Instead of being apathetic about what I know I

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Ugh... Okay, so I haven't exactly been on the ball lately. I haven't had many posts in recent months: 2 in June, 1 in July, and I entirely missed August. I guess if I wanted to I could lie to myself and post-date an entry, but what exactly would that prove? Not a damn thing.As the title suggests, I feel like I've lost my mojo, my groove, my inspiration, my innovation. A series of events has

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Yes, its been a while since I posted. I'm making sure that I at least have one entry in July. I'll explain what sorts of fun and not so fun things that have been distracting me later. For now, let's read the list of oldest jokes throughout the world as compiled by the University of Wolverhampton.1. Something which has never occurred since time immemorial: a young woman did not fart in her

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So, I found this interesting article on Religion in America at the Star Tribune here in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It shows that religious tolerance is rising, to the point that 70% of the 35,000 adults surveyed who had a spiritual affiliation said they're religion is not the "only true religion" and that other belief systems can lead to eternal salvation.When you read the article though, you get

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When perusing the Star Tribune today, I stumbled across a blurb which seemed to indicate that at least one of my prayers has been answered. A Sonic Drive-In has finally opened in Minnesota! Twin Citians with a taste for cherry limeade, tater tots and extra-long Coney hotdogs served up at Sonic drive-ins can quench their cravings. Sonic is to open its first Minnesota store at 6 a.m. today at

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All across the United States, more than 1 million homes have been put in foreclosure so far this year. With more foreclosures occurring every day, "foreclosure rescue" scams are also on the rise. From California to New York, criminals have been pretending to sooth the fears of borrowers facing foreclosure with promises of mortgage help, only to fleece them of their homes and equity. Basically,

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Okay, so after I made my last post, I got to thinking that there was at least one publication of mine which had not been linked to this blog yet. I wrote this article for Associated Content because I thought (very briefly) that I might be able to make some money this way when I was first starting out as a writer. I had been out of practice for articles of any length (my primary duties at the

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Teaching children about money is never an easy task. Perhaps you don't feel confident about your own money-management skills. However, you probably know a little more about directing cash than you think. From the time that children begin comprehending money (which is around the same time they learn to count) until they move out of your home permanently, your financial actions will play a critical

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MORE! I like more. I had so much fun writing Earth Friendly Purchases Under $50 that I had to write another one, because there just had to be MORE!In the previous article, 10 environmentally friendly purchases that cost less than $50 were listed. Household items, foods, cleaning products, even clothing were named as helping to foster a "green" life that didn't require taking out a home equity

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If I didn't know better, I would think it sounds like The Denver Post's Mark Kiszla woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. I know the real reason for his bitterness, however, is that the Minnesota Wild are beating the Denver Avalanche in the Stanley Cup Playoff Series. The article he wrote wasn't as much about the actual game as it was how annoyed he was that Denver lost and

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A lot of attention these days is spent on all manner of financial topics, from budgeting and credit reports to investments and property taxes. Knowledge and expertise in these areas can be easily measured by the numbers. Not all subjects revolving around cash are so cut and dry, however, especially when it comes to money and friends. In fact, talking about some money matters even in close company

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I had to pass along this little gem, which I heard about first on the radio. I had to look up the articles online in order to discover all of the color names and find out which crayons they messed up. I was truly a fan of "turquoise blue" and I am a little sad to now hear that its name has been changed to such a bizarre name.Crayola Changes Names of 8 Colors based on on-line poll of children.Old

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Though I don't usually post stuff from the real estate blog I contribute to here, I had a lot of fun writing this post about unique home sale tactics. People are finding some pretty crazy ways of trying to sell their houses these days! I wonder if any of these people really sell their homes in this manner? I almost wrote an essay to try and win a 41 acre farm in Ohio once (hubby's homestate),

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Retirement is one of the greatest stages of life, but it is also very expensive. Experts estimate that you'll need about 70 percent of what you make right now to maintain your standard of living after retirement. Those who earn less may need 90 percent or more. With that in mind, assume responsibility: No one else is going to plan your retirement, so it is up to you to make plans for your

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I don't have much time to write today. I have a bit more work than usual this week, but I wanted to make sure that I got something in. When I saw this commentary in the Columbus Dispatch, I felt it was something that needed a little more attention.For a moment, stop and think of what the world would be like if no one looked out for anyone else. Substitute a local issue in your own town for the

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Recent research suggests that money can indeed buy happiness – as long as it is spent on someone other than oneself. A study by a team University of British Columbia and Harvard Business School found that spending as little as $5 on someone else can mean real gains in happiness for a given day. Over 600 U.S. volunteers were asked their annual income and spending habits, including monthly

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U.S. audio historians have discovered the oldest-known audio recording, created by a French inventor named Edouard-Leon Scott de Martinville on April 9, 1860 - 17 years before Thomas Edison invented the phonograph. Up until now, the oldest recorded sound still in existence has been from 1888. This predates it by 28 years. The recording, which lasts a mere 10 second, is of a person singing a

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Every Friday, I will have at least one thing to post. That is the day of the week my iQualifyNow.com article is published! This one was supposed to be published last week, but they held it over.This week's article is about vacation planning! In this unsteady economy, some people may be cutting their vacations short or not taking them at all. This article is about planning financially for your

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I got real sick of the Gov. Elliot Spitzer controversy. But at least the good news with that, is once the scandal hit, it was like a week before the guy stepped down. Coverage has tapered off considerably since then. Now the conversation in New York seems to be more about new Gov. David Paterson's infidelities and indiscretions, though in a far less feverish manner since he was up front about

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I just noticed that this blog is just over a year old. March 17th, 2007 was the first post I made to Sense & Serendipity. Including this entry that I'm writing now, I have 22 posts. 3 of which were written yesterday. Over half of them were written during 3 months of this year. I think its time for me to really get this thing going!Happy Birthday, Sense & Serendipity. Sorry I've been ignoring

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I still write for iQualifyNow.com too, which has taken up some time and brainpower. An article that exposes 10 every day fees that you can avoid or reduce was enlightening. There is a more recent article than this one for rcollege bound students researching what school to go to, but it hasn't been published on-line yet. As soon as it is, I will post a link to that one too. Its about

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Wow. It has been longer than I thought since I contributed a post. After I finally took a look and saw that, I had to enter something. Really, I've been working on... Well, Work. But its been blogging! The Realtors I write for finally got their blog off of the ground. I've been helping them try to fill it with content in order for it to go up in the ranking. My synapses are a little fried

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Being friendly to the environment and living a “green” life is not as expensive as it is sometimes made out to be. Anyone can make small changes everyday towards making a big difference in the world’s ecosystem. Here are a few tips to help you live a greener lifestyle without busting your wallet. Earth-Friendly Cleansers & Detergents. Standard detergents and cleaners are not

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A payday loan is a small, short-term loan, usually between $100 and $500, extended to a borrower until his or her next payday. It can be called a cash advance loan, a check advance loan, or even a deferred-deposit check loan, but regardless of what they’re called, they generally are all the same. Payday loans may be helpful when you are having temporary cash flow problems or are facing a

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Though I am no longer a smoker, I still receive offers, gifts, and coupons from both Camel and Marlboro cigarettes, as I have a significant other and several friends who smoke. Today, I received coupons in the mail from both of these companies. From Marlboro, I received an envelope with the rules to a sweepstakes, as well as a promotion code to enter it. It also came with six coupons for

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The festivities of the holiday season have passed, but many consumers are just now feeling the crunch as they receive their credit card bills and statements. Post-holiday buyer's remorse can be a real drag, as entertainment and recreational activities tend to be one of the first expenses to be cut. It's not necessary, however, as there are many ways to have fun in every city and town when

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This Valentine's Day, many consumers will still be spending less on gifts. Perhaps your own spending has been tight recently? Whether you're searching for a heartfelt item for a man or a woman, there is a wide variety of gifts which cost $50 or less to suite many personalities. You don't need to break your wallet to show your loved one how much you care. A Gift For Her: 1. One Dozen Long-Stemmed

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It may not have happened exactly how I had planned it, especially since it was entirely unplanned, but none-the-less, here I am. After the I realized that the job I had started in August of 2007 (in the hopes of climbing the marketing and advertising copywriter ladder) was leading me nowhere, I finished what little writing I had left to do and quit. Its barely been a month, and as a freelance

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Are you interested in opening a franchise in the Twin Cities metro area? Have you been pouring over your options, wondering which one you should choose? You’ve worked hard to get your start-up money and because of that, you want to make sure that you pick the right one.Choose to open a Sonic Drive-In.From the Chili Cheese Tator Tots and Caramel Apple Bites to the Bacon Cheeseburger Toaster

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I've expanded my Fear and Loathing in America article because a local magazine would like to use it as an editorial! I've cleaned up some of the wording and lengthened it to 1,000+ words to fill a predetermined space. I'm not getting paid for it, but I don't really care. The fact that an unbiased someone likes my writing and is willing to publish it is all I need right now.Fear and Loathing in

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They said it wouldn’t last, but they were wrong. The Pac Man that had been spray-painted onto the pavement of Highway 55 in Buffalo, Minnesota, was fading, but he recently received a fresher, thicker coat of paint, seemingly making him a more permanent fixture on the road.For the uninitiated, during the summer of 2006, the Minnesota Department of Transportation embarked on a $15,000 project to

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To give you a quick glimpse and brief idea about why I chose to name this blog Sense & Serendipity, I thought I would bring the specific words that make up the title in the spot-light. According to Mirriam-Webster's Dictionary:sense (1)Function: noun1 : a meaning conveyed or intended2 : conscious awareness or rationality -- usually used in plural 3 a : capacity for effective application of the

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Are you one of millions of Americans who take a multi-vitamin every day? Do you enjoy a V8 with your afternoon lunch? How about take a fish-oil supplement to keep your arteries in good working order? Believe it or not, you may not be able to do these things for you health in the future if proposed legislation is passed.Docket No. 2006D-0480, which seeks to have all vitamins, supplements, natural

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Dear Friends,I have just read and signed the petition: "Stop FDA's plan to implement Docket No. 2006D-0480"Please take a moment to read about this important issue, and join me in signing the petition. It takes just 30 seconds, but can truly make a difference. We are trying to reach 5,000,000 signatures - please sign here:http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/305121404Once you have signed, you

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Fleeting thoughtsBlurry imagesDetails fadeAttention failsInterruptions aboundSpaces betweenTip of tongueTop of headTip of penEmpty cavernsAwaiting fulfillmentLeft wanting

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The culture of fear in America is pushed on its citizens under the guise that we are creating a united front by spying on our neighbors. In fact, the opposite is true. For all our subterfuge and constant vigilance, our cities and towns are no safer than they were before 9/11. Implications by the Bush administration that we are under constant threat of imminent attack and that anyone could be a

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Terrible feelings of Outrage. Embarrassment. Fear. This Tyee article incites these emotions about our Government. Since when is Google considered to be reliable enough of a tool for Homeland Security to use as a device to determine entrance eligibility into a country? Is all of the information it provides truly that dependable?Oh wait. Its easy forget that the U.S. has been descending a spiral

Samantha Quinnsburyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14198533744966429054noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-729998927809069920.post-65813037548647378872007-04-25T07:48:00.000-05:002007-04-25T07:49:24.475-05:00

Since I seem to be having troubles getting this blog off the ground, this post is going to be very frank.The purpose of this blog is threefold.1) This will be my own personal writing project to get myself into the habit of writing. I am a writer by nature, but I have been completely uninspired for years. Most of my work as of late has been for job related reasons or have read like research

Samantha Quinnsburyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14198533744966429054noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-729998927809069920.post-5966270361232138182007-04-25T07:14:00.000-05:002007-04-25T07:15:29.350-05:00

Okay, so maybe creating the blog first and then hoping that I wouldn’t have an excuse to write didn’t exactly work. I still have managed to not write anything. Part of that has to do with a certain on-line game that I have been playing far, far too much of. But, now that its nice outside, that monkey is off of my back. The rest of it seems to be that I am struck by inspiration when I am no

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This blog has been in the works in my head for months now, possibly even a year, and I always have come up with some excuse as to why I couldn't start it. "I'm too busy," "I'm too tired," "I have to come up with the perfect beginning." I'm through with excuses.I don't have anything particularly clever to write this evening (or early morning, depending on your perspective), I simply intended at

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