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What Made Your Prom Interesting? IAN: October-31-2013
I had a "different" kind of Senior class; we cancelled our prom and had just a regular dance, spending the decoration money on a really good Led Zeppelin cover band called "Bible" and the dress, tux...
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Dogs, a concert piano and tribal art. IAN:
What do dogs, a concert piano, tribal art have in common? They are all part of a special request diary; for someone who said that a diary like this might be her all time favorite kind of diary! I...
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Daily Kos Fundraisers for Okiciyap: Taking the Long View — A Trickle Turns...
DONATE by credit card Okiciyap is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Donate by Check: Okiciyap PO Box 172 Isabel, SD 57633 There is nothing I like more than feeding people. As a waitress, a mom, a...
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How many times a week should you eat Tripolyphosphate? IAN:11-14-2013
Somewhere between a rant and a research paper, this diary describes my frustration with trying to enjoy quality seafood in a profit-crazed food oasis!As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group...
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Two Free Kittens Needed Homes in Western NY (IAN: November 21, 2013)
Sadly for me, it was now time to find homes for the cutest babies this feral Little Mama cat has ever produced. It worried me that they were outdoors as the cold starts to seep into our region, and...
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DK Quilt Guild: Small Art Quilts at the Gem and Mineral Show
The quilt shown has natural mineral materials for the boats' sails and the stones on the beach.DK Quilt Guild: A place for quilters to gather, share ideas, projects, and to make the world a better...
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Thanksgiving Day: Paying it Forward IAN: 11-28-2013
" I am thankful for tomorrow." In the past, before sitting down to dinner on Thanksgiving Day, my family wrote links for a paper chain describing the things we were thankful for. We brought it out...
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WinterSong: Singing in the Halls IAN:December 5th, 2013
In 1975, the Wyoming County Bi-Centennial Singers organized to promote musical and theatrical productions in rural Wyoming County NY.As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to...
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Cooking with butter (welcome bac, bigjac!) IAN: Thursday, 12th of December, 2013
Lately I have found myself making many dishes with plenty of butter. My Doctor would frown, but I am pretty sure that something else will "get" me, not my food choices. I do love sautéing with olive...
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Young Love ♥ Do You Remember Your First Sweetheart? IAN: Thursday, 19th of...
Julie Andrews, as Maria, sang " ...somewhere in my youth or childhood, I must have done something good", as she was acknowledging her love for Captain Von Trapp in "The Sound of Music". He asked her...
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Will You be Celebrating Boxing Day? IAN-December 26, 2013
Today many sovereign states, formerly of the British Empire, celebrate Boxing Day, which falls annually on St. Stephen's day, December 26th.
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Do You Have a Favorite Hair Color? IAN:January-2-2014
Dickie and Tommie Smothers sang, " Black is the color of my love's true hair!" a sad and sweet ballad ending with, "but only her hairdresser knows (Does she or doesn't she?) Only her hairdresser...
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Welcome to Thor's Day ................... IAN: January-9-2014
Sticking with an earlier Scandinavian theme, today we will examine some aspects of the Nordic pantheon and world view it brings, hoping to amuse and delight us as we travel through the frigid depths of...
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Have You Ever Kept Weird Pets ? IAN:January-23-2014
My mother was horrified when I brought the newt home from a visit to a friends farm. As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive, doing...
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Who Picked Out Your Shoes ? IAN:January 30, 2014
Having the wrong shoes is a social catastrophe as the children reach the age of recognizing that other people matter. Having pink and purple sneakers that sparkle and light up can make a 3 year old...
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Entropic Stuff Accumulation Ian:February 6, 2014
Where does it all come from??? How can I make it stop???? Obviously, this is not a new problem!As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are...
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Giving Warm for Valentine's Day Okiciyap (we help)
Cindy Taylor reported on February 3rd that the price of one gallon of propane heating fuel was up to $5.00 on the reservation. Please be assured that even a donation of just $5.00 will help. Please...
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Frack - Free in the Finger Lakes, Part I IAN: February 13, 2014
"Probably the biggest environmental issue in New York State. Ever."As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive, doing OK, and...
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Frack - Free in the Finger Lakes, Part II IAN: February 20, 2013
Fracking is heavy industry in a rural area.As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive, doing OK, and not affected by such...
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What reminds you of Spring? IAN:February-27-2014
Stupid groundhog! Winter started early and now it's running long as well. I am trying to force spring to come by wearing my summer shoes. Twice now I have been miserable because of cold wet toes,...
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Drinking Beer From Green Bottles IAN:March-6-2014
Some folks I know are real fans of drinking beer. For me, it is a minor beverage; I tell folks it has to be a hot day, the beer is free and comes in a green bottle.Turns out there is something to that...
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A Little Light Nonsense IAN
Our regular diarist is not available today. If you are seeing this, we have scrambled and assembled this selection of enjoyable moments so all of our regulars can check in this morning. Pay no...
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Sweet Spring; Making Maple Syrup IAN: 3-13-2014
All across the northeast and upper midwest, folks have been yearning for warm days followed by cold nights to start the flow of sap in the sugar maple trees. The finest syrup will be made from sap...
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The Monastery in My Neighborhood IAN:March-20-2014
Right next door to the summer pan yard where my steel band practices in nice weather is the Abbey of the Genesee. It is the home to a group of Cistercian monks who follow the contemplative life as...
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Dog and Bee ..... Ian 3-27-2014
Poor little Diesel kept us worried half the night. As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive, doing OK, and not affected by such...
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Eagle? Something is dining on squirrels! IAN:4-3-2014
In the last month I have see a new bird in my expanded neighborhood. It is dark brown with a blue sheen on it's feathers. It is much larger than any raptor I have seen here before and flies fat more...
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Better Eating Through Better Shopping IAN 4-10-2014
Six months ago, I wrote about my frustration with finding seafood that didn't contain tripolyphosphate, a chemical that when added to meat and especially seafood, allows it to soak up and retain water....
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The Beautiful Island of Kos IAN:4/17/2014
Listening to the news, I heard someone mention the Greek island of Kos. I thought I should find out more, and because it was beautiful and interesting, share what I found.As you can see by Itzl's...
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What are ajwain, boldo and zedoary? IAN
Some of you may have experience with these thing! Please let us know how you use them!As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive,...
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Turquoise IAN May 1, 2014
The beauty of turquoise has made made it a popular gem since ancient times. It is said that turquoise is a color anyone can wear, and today it remains a favorite look for men and women alike.As you...
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IAN: Thursday, May 8, 2014
It has been a year since IAN split up the writing duties.As you can see by Itzl's concerned look, this group is for us to check in at to let people know we are alive, doing OK, and not affected by such...
View ArticleRadio Hosts fired after 14 years
Kim and Beck were first suspended and now fired for demeaning transgender individuals while remarking on a recent change in policy in the City of Rochester, NY. Mayor Lovely Warren instituted a change...
View ArticleKossack and Family Need your Help (GOAL MET! THANK YOU ALL !!!)
FloridaSNMOM and her family, FloridaSNDad, Draco, Lil' Bit and Caedy have what, for them, is an insurmountable problem, and are about to lose both electricity and internet. If you are a friend of...
View ArticleRalph Wilson's Final Gift
This story brought me to tears last night; Ralph Wilson, the only owner the Buffalo Bills had ever known and a beloved son of Detroit, has left most of the money from the sale of the Bills to the...
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Sshhh!! There are THREE Propositions on the NYS Ballot
Two amendments to the NYS Constitution and one Bond Act will be on the back side of the NYS paper ballot on November 4th. Until yesterday's local weekly paper was released, I hadn't heard a whisper...
View ArticleI could use some help with posting a comment or a reply. Any advise?
This diary is a test to see if I can post anything today.Does any one have an idea why I can no longer post comments or replies? I have been OK since the rollout until this morning. I'm using a...
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IAN February 13, 2016. Hurry Spring!
Jan is unavailable to do the diary this morning, so here is a little place holder for checking in.On cold winter days, looking at flowers helps me relax and look forward to getting back outside. It...
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Thank You to our hard working Writers..IAN March 23, 2016
It was a big surprise to a small group of regular Itzl Alert Network readers that we were made administrators and given the responsibility to keep the group going when the originator had to leave. We...
View ArticleA longtime kossack needs our help today.
Our longtime friend Alexandra Lynch has found herself overwhelmed with worry. The bills have been getting incrementally farther behind and her family is now having to choose between utilities and...
View ArticleBill Nojay has died
Bill Nojay, a NY Republican who credited himself with convincing D. tRump to run for president, has died of a self inflicted gunshot wound. He was the NYS Assemblyman 133rd district and was scheduled...
View ArticleNY Assembly Candidate Offends the Rochester Region with Ill-considered...
Not long ago I wrote of the NYS Assembly incumbent in the 133rd using a second amendment solution to avoid facing arrest on federal charges. Bill Nojay SuicideToday the hand picked replacement for...
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Will you spend a bit to save five people from losing their home?
Our own bigjacbigjacbigjac (or as we lovingly write it, bigjacX3) and his wife Tonia are three months behind on paying the mortgage. There are other pressures too, Tonia’s recent illness, fewer hours...
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Attention NYS Voters 2017, 2018 and beyond.
Are you a voter?Will you be voting in New York State ?Time to spread the word!Attention NYS voters:There are three propositions on this November's ballot. Yes or No on a Constitutional Convention....
View ArticleGoodbye to you A T & T.... now with update!
Many of you will remember a time, before the anti trust breakup of Ma Bell, that hatred for the phone company was almost universal. Well, recent behavior by the giant communication company AT & T...
View ArticleA Reminder for New York State Residents
Remember to register to vote by October 11, 2019 for the November 5th 2019 local or special elections.To ensure that you are able to vote in the Democratic primary in April 28, 2020 I would recommend...
View ArticleLast day for NYS Voters to REGISTER for the 2019 ELections! Local Elections...
In my county, we have a very competitive race for County Judge. Our democratic candidates have strong ties to the community and experience with local courts, including County courts. Their opponents...
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IAN 2/22/2020 Ageing in Place: How have you "hacked" your home so you can...
Frideswide told us the story last Friday about her MIL falling and breaking a hip. She encourages everyone now to consider an alert pendant for those at risk because of the hours they spend alone.As...
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IAN 3/21/2020 Stuck in the house for a while? What are you doing that you put...
After a day of rest (I was filing our S-Corp taxes for the last two weeks) I now look ahead to a whole bunch of time that is uncommitted to politics, shopping, traveling or socializing. I have been...
View ArticleWomen of a Certain Age ....Go on a Road Trip !!! (with cats!!!)
So you may have heard, Youffraita and I are bravely setting out cross country to take her to a new home. She still needs a little help. www.dailykos.com/…Well, it has been a while for either of...
View ArticleAnyone need a ride? Driving from Denver to WNY soon and would love a...
So, the saga of Youffraita and weck can have an even better ending than Youff in her new home in Denver; www.dailykos.com/…I will be driving back empty and without a trailer once Youffraita has safely...
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