Saturday, July 31, 2004
posted by txpoollover, July 31, 2004 14:22 | link | comments
Friday, July 30, 2004
http://electionimpact.votenet.com/declareyourself/index.cfm
Election Dates
Absentee Ballots 
Polling Place Locator
posted by txpoollover, July 30, 2004 05:08 | link | comments
Thursday, July 29, 2004
Here's to Texas' favorite beverage,
no, not beer. It's ice tea A toast to iced tea,
Drink ice tea it's good for you! The Health Benefits of Tea
Luzianne Tea
In honor of Luzianne Tea's 100th anniversary, we're bringing
you interesting facts and folklore on the history of iced tea in America. ...
posted by txpoollover, July 29, 2004 05:06 | link | comments
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
I fell for the following con job when I bought my truck.
Beware of all the lies and deception out there shoppers! ~MK
The biggest auto financing scams: packed payments and back end profits
In order to let you know about the biggest auto financing scams, we asked Peter Humleker, consumer advocate, consultant and author of the excellent book "Car Buying Scams, Auto Dealer Executive "Breaks Code of Silence!" to write an exclusive article for us on the topic.
Peter told us that 'packed payments' are certainly one of the biggest auto financing scams -- and most people don't know anything about them.
So, here's Peter's article on this huge auto financing scam:
If you are unfortunate enough to have to deal with a car salesman when you buy a car, then you’re most likely going to encounter what are called "packed payments."
When your sitting in the showroom and the sales person has given the paperwork to his manager, what typically happens?
The "closer" or salesman comes back to the table with huge auto financing payments.
For example, you only wanted payments of no more than $350.00 per month but now the payment is $421.00!
This is often because the payments are "packed."
What a "packed" payment means is that the payment includes the extended service contract, life and disability insurance, GAP insurance, and what ever else the dealer wants to add into the payment so that it is easier to sell it to you in the Finance Office.
Your payment might really be $357 but they tell you it is $421.
What they don’t tell you is the payment of $421 has the extra back end products already added into it.
If you agree to the payment, when you get in the Finance Office and find out that it includes the extras, it is much easier for the Finance Manager to get you to agree to buy the extra back end products.
For example, let's say you agree to a car payment of $421 per month. Then you get to the Finance Managers office and he tells you "Yeah, your payment is only $421 per month and the great news is that it includes the 6 year extended service contract, GAP insurance, and life, accident and health insurance, as well as paint and interior protection!"
Many people will just go ahead and accept the payment thinking they are getting a great deal because they are getting all of the extra’s and their payment never changed or went up!
Dealers make lots of extra money packing payments.
However, the truth is that giving a packed payment is illegal in most states -- yet car dealers continue to use this auto financing scam anyway.
In the example above, the difference between $421 and $357 is $64. This means that the Finance Manager got (what is called in the business) $64 in "leg."
The Sales Manager packed the payment $64 and therefore gave his Finance Manager $64 in leg to work with in order to sell the customer the back end products.
Since Peter has a lot more interesting information about auto financing scams, click here to learn more car financing.
Or click here to read about Peter's book on car buying tips and secrets -- with lots more information on how to avoid auto financing scams.
posted by txpoollover, July 28, 2004 04:37 | link | comments
Tuesday, July 27, 2004
Email
Take 2 Minutes: Register to Vote Online
MoveOn PAC volunteers, in partnership with dozens of other grassroots organizations around the country, just held the largest one-day voter mobilization in history this past Sat., May 8. But we can't ignore the most important voter registration of all -- ourselves! Register to vote and invite your friends to register
posted by txpoollover, July 27, 2004 04:59 | link | comments
Monday, July 26, 2004
Yesterday I vetured out and found the cheapest place in Fort Worth to purchase gas.
look here: GasBuddy.com - Find cheap gas prices in your city
I found here: FortWorthGasPrices.com , $1.58 per gallon, at a 7-11 gas station 7-Eleven Home
not bad as much as 25 cents cheaper than most places.I am certain that most Americans care very little about the price of fuel. I do, I buy as much as 2 tanks per week .
So what about convenience store food , or gas station grub? Does anyone remember Stewart sandwiches? The cardboard buns,a soybean meat with gooey cheese cooked in a toaster oven, (pre- microwave days) How about pickled eggs? I love pickled pigs feet.
Now the food choices at 7-11 are greatly improved, I had a Croussant ham egg and cheese that was pretty good.
read: Gas-station gourmand about who's got the best gas station fast food.
posted by txpoollover, July 26, 2004 05:47 | link | comments
Sunday, July 25, 2004
Perfect day today
You can't let the weather forcast be your guide.
Boy was Rebecca Miller (tv weathergirl) wrong, Not only did it not get to 98 degrees ,and then rain all night.
The weather is a perfect 75 with a high of only 85.I am going to play outside all day! and cook-out tonight!
roasted chicken and hot links, with corn on the cob, cucumber salad, ice cold tea, yum yum
posted by txpoollover, July 25, 2004 05:33 | link | comments
Friday, July 23, 2004
Cell phones are on the up and up , sales , conversation ...and crashing and burning too!
St. Paul Pioneer Press | 07/20/2004 | Using phone headsets isn't ...
... 20, 2004. Using phone headsets isn't safer for drivers. Some research suggests devices
hey just Shut up and drive.
posted by txpoollover, July 23, 2004 18:47 | link | comments
Wednesday, July 21, 2004
I am enjoying my new satellite Dish with Sirius, Folktown is my favorite so far.
here is what's playing now, the lyrics: Keep On The Sunny Side, June Carter Cash
I'm a a guy that drifts off to slumber to old Andy Griffith Show's , " How do you do? Missus Wiiileey!
remember Ernest T. Bass?~ Mo Kellogs
posted by txpoollover, July 21, 2004 17:17 | link | comments
Tuesday, July 20, 2004
(Tucker looking through the screen at his home in Fort Worth)
My friend Old Dan Tucker, is no longer with us
Tucker was killed, this past week. I'll miss him
I feel like the fast pace and high speed,traffic
of the country, has done a really fun cat in.
Share the road !, there are critters and bicyclists,
that are just trying to live.~ MK
posted by txpoollover, July 20, 2004 16:00 | link | comments
Monday, July 19, 2004
from NewsHour and NPR
Monday, July 26, 7pm
KERA 13/13.1 and KERA 90.1
More from NPR News
posted by txpoollover, July 19, 2004 15:55 | link | comments
Sunday, July 18, 2004
9/11' turns up the heat With Spoleto over, not much is happening that concerns this column. This is the time to check out the recent releases of CDs and DVDs, to turn up the air conditioning and read a serious book, to see what's going on in the local movie houses.
here is the article about the film 9-11
posted by txpoollover, July 18, 2004 18:34 | link | comments
Saturday, July 17, 2004
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posted by txpoollover, July 17, 2004 18:29 | link | comments
Friday, July 16, 2004
America's obesity problem. It's a food addiction,
now maybe treatment can begin in childhood
starting with school menus, & snack machines.
Medicare changes its stance, classifies obesity as a disease
posted by txpoollover, July 16, 2004 04:28 | link | comments
Thursday, July 15, 2004
To be sure not to get bug bit in N.E. Texas
Do not wear perfumes, perfumed soaps, deoderants , hairsprays, and lotions.
Which repellent is the best barrier against the bloodsuckers? (No, not your cousins.) We test five including Off!, a mosquito repelling shirt, Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard (and you thought it was an urban legend), an herbal protector, and a mosquito repulsing watch.
posted by txpoollover, July 15, 2004 04:21 | link | comments
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
I have been getting emails like: Microsoft AOL Email Beta Test
Sounds legit from an attoney etc. There is so much out there
to trick the average internet user.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Security Alert -- Microsoft Internet Explorer:
Should You Continue to Use It?
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
As many subscribers already know, Microsoft Internet
Explorer has significant 'holes' or vulnerabilities that
scammers and virus creators can easily take advantage of.
This is certainly not new.
In fact, judging from the number of viruses and Trojans sent
to us by subscribers each week, we know that many
subscribers are currently infected by one or more of these
viruses and Trojans.
What may be new is that the security problems for users of
Windows Microsoft Internet Explorer are becoming even more
serious and severe.
In the past couple of weeks, a new Trojan was detected that
is particularly malicious. It installs itself when you visit
a website -- without your knowledge -- and without your
having to do anything. In other words, you don't need to
click or accept anything -- this Trojan installs itself
anyway.
It is delivered through a pop-up ad that loads a file called
"img1big.gif" onto your computer.
This Trojan is a 'password sniffer.' That means that it
looks for certain kinds of information, such as user names
and passwords, and relays them back to the scammers.
Once it's installed, this Trojan pays attention when you
visit a secure webpage, and it looks for specific banking
sites, including Citibank, Deutsche Bank and Barclays Bank.
If you visit one of these sites and type in your user name,
password, etc. to log in, despite the secure connection, it
still watches your keystrokes and sends them back to the
scammer. (Security experts believe this scammer is in
Russia.)
The scammer then has access to your account information --
and you didn't even know any of this had happened!
What this means: Trojans like this one can give scammers
access to your banking information so they can steal money
from your bank account. Further, these kinds of viruses and
Trojans can be used to gain credit card and other personal
information, again to steal your money -- or your identity.
This is serious stuff.
If you want to read a technical article that contains more
information about this Trojan, visit:
==> <http://scambusters.org/a/news2.html>
The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Computer
Emergency Readiness Team has gotten so fed up with these
Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerabilities, that they
recently recommended that consumers switch to a different
browser.
You can read about the storm they touched off with this
recommendation at:
==> <http://scambusters.org/a/news3.html>
posted by txpoollover, July 14, 2004 16:09 | link | comments
Tuesday, July 13, 2004
a hairstyle made popular by Forest, now seen on 90 % of the male population, under 20
Forest Gump "stupid is as stupid does" my momma says.
my mom used to say things like "pretty is as pretty does"
Today is the 10 year anniversary of
Amazon.com: DVD: Forrest Gump (1994)
The State | 07/07/2004 | 10 years later, ‘Forrest Gump’ is a ...
I lived on a bottom floor apartment of a Victorian estate
in Savannah Georgia, in 1994 ,3 blocks from the park bench where
Forest sat in Chippawa Square, I have to say this a film I could see
many times, It was filmed in my old hometown. I saw it the first time
with my friend Carol Ware, the woman who brought me to Texas.
We saw Forest Gump at "The 7th Steet Theater" the theater is gone .
I'll always remember this film and my friend~ MK
posted by txpoollover, July 13, 2004 18:24 | link | comments
Monday, July 12, 2004
Texas to Host 1 of 18 Rallies by National Coalition Representing 3 Million Americans
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Come Out and Show Your Commitment to Verifiable Elections
The national attention to computer voting glitches and the need to ensure verifiable voting has really grown, and election officials are feeling the heat.
TrueMajority is into the next phase of the "Computer Ate My Vote" campaign, bringing together a coalition including MoveOn, Howard Dean's Democracy for America, Common Cause, Working Assets, the Electronic Frontier Foundation, Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility, VerifiedVoting.org, and distinguished computer experts. We will hold a National Day of Action on TUESDAY, JULY 13 . At coordinated news events across the country, citizens like you--representing over three million Americans--will present petitions to the chief election officials of eighteen states, including Texas.
We'll ask the election officials to adopt the "Pledge of Ballot Integrity," which commits them to providing voters with verifiable paper ballots this coming Election Day. That paper backup will ensure that, even if computer glitches lose or change election data, the votes will be properly counted and recounts will be possible for contested outcomes.
To add your name to the petition for presentation on July 13, click Reply and Send in your e-mail program (if you're a TrueMajority member) or, if this was forwarded to you, click here: http://action.truemajority.com/index.asp?action=10178&ms=doa1&ref=494974
Organizing eighteen simultaneous events is a challenge, so we don't have all the logistical details in hand. But we wanted to offer you the chance to petition your election official and to pencil in July 13 if you're considering joining the Texas event. We'll send more details as the date gets closer.
Ben Cohen, President, TrueMajority.org
PS: For more information about our campaign, check out www.truemajority.org/ComputerAteMyVote.
For more information about computer voting systems, check out www.verifiedvoting.org or www.calvoter.org/votingtechnology.html#resources.
posted by txpoollover, July 12, 2004 18:31 | link | comments
Sunday, July 11, 2004
Childhood obesity
The Inactive Generation
With obesity among youths reaching epidemic proportions, health clubs increasingly are focusing on tweens to start them on healthy exercise habits. 
From Couch Potato to Gym Rat
Why it's never too late to get in shape. Food Ad Bombardment
Are junk food ads fueling America's childhood obesity?
posted by txpoollover, July 11, 2004 09:56 | link | comments
Saturday, July 10, 2004
I can see it now, slipping her a "mickey" so you can slip her the "dickie"
read : WOMEN WITH BALLS - Procter & Gamble has announced a patch for sexually
dysfunctional women that has proven successful in clinical trials.
Female Viagra, here we come! The free market cannot be far behind, boosted
by massive promotion to sell millions of these testosterone skin
patches to sex-deprived women. Former wallflowers will soon be stoking and
provoking libidinous female desires nationwide.
http://www.capitolhillblue.com/artman/publish/article_4791.shtml
posted by txpoollover, July 10, 2004 18:54 | link | comments
Friday, July 09, 2004
Some good advice from the Italians
"slow down" Fast food~ yuck ,I try to
avoid it, My goal in life is to never
eat it and certainly not while driving,
I see it all the time eating a fat burger,
a biggie 32 oz. soda pop,and driving!
talking on the cell phone to boot!
read: You Are How You Eat
By GIULIANO HAZAN
Though Italian cuisine is a minefield of carbohydrates, Italians are shrugging off America's latest dietary obsession.
posted by txpoollover, July 09, 2004 04:22 | link | comments
Thursday, July 08, 2004
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may have to get up early for Peach Pedal Bike Ride scheduled for July 10 - Weatherford College ... |
In training for the Hotter n' Hell 100 - 2004 Early am is best for bike riding before it reaches 100 plus temp in Texas now. The heat is on!
posted by txpoollover, July 08, 2004 17:53 | link | comments (1)
Wednesday, July 07, 2004
Todays Road Rage Tip, (from Playboy magazine)
Besides slowing down, what is the best way to get a tailgater off your bumper?- ML,UK
Turn on your flashers. Most people tailgate because
they're not paying attention. Your flashers will wake
them up and let them know they need to back off
or pass. ~ thanks playboy
posted by txpoollover, July 07, 2004 18:39 | link | comments
Tuesday, July 06, 2004
the cell phone and driving, it's worse than being drunk
<http://www.enquirer.com/editions/2004/06/30/biz_cellbans30.html>
What is wrong with a woman who leaves her child to perish in the
Texas heat in an automobile?
New gadgets to deter parents from leaving kids in hot cars
posted by txpoollover, July 06, 2004 19:45 | link | comments
Monday, July 05, 2004
Today July 5, 1946 - The bikini is introduced.
Happy Bikini Day!
History of the Bikini Bathing Suit
posted by txpoollover, July 05, 2004 08:41 | link | comments
Sunday, July 04, 2004
It's 4th of July, Independence Day 2004!
Willie Nelson is pitching a big drunk-fest at
the North Forty, a 27 acre concert venue
just north of Billy Bobs, in Fort Worth
Willie's picnic to be served hot
If you drink drive and get busted in NE Texas
Drink. Drive. Go get Coffey. lawyer Mimi Coffey
Happy Birthday America!
By Molly Ivins
2004 has been a hell of a year. It may be hard this Fourth of July to feel pride in this nation's values when our leaders are so clearly betraying them. Ever-populist Ivins has just the remedy: a fond and loving essay celebrating the American people. She catalogs the wacky and wild diversity of this great nation. Guaranteed to give you a lump in the throat.
posted by txpoollover, July 04, 2004 06:50 | link | comments
Saturday, July 03, 2004
I'm back to riding my bike!
oh what a fun time, the Texas heat is upon us again with heat index of 100 plus,
I am riding in the early am from now on, must retire by 9 pm to rise by 5am '
The Tour de Mo is on, I plan on competing in The Peach Petal Bike Rally July 12.
Then on to The Hotter than Hell 100! ~ Adios MK
posted by txpoollover, July 03, 2004 19:07 | link | comments
Friday, July 02, 2004
Often I got knocking on my door, sometime as late as 1 am, usually a charity cause,
begging money. Or casing my place to see if someone is home. I almost never knock on
any door uness I am expected. A home is a sanctuary and a private place. I want to
help The Girl Scouts,but not at my home I am not interested in hearing what
The Jehovas Witnesses have to say. I don't want any home-made tamales.
It says on my door Vayase !, Go Away, No Soliciting Please
How to Know if Charities are Legitimate
Although most charities are legitimate, there are quite a few
charity scams. And you certainly don't want to give your
money to scammers!
Here are nine tips to ensure your money goes to worthy causes:
1. Do some research on the charity. If you're trying to figure
out whether or not some particular US charity is worthy of
support, check out:
==> http://www.give.org/reports/index.asp
They publish their standards for rating charities, and then
rate over hundreds of different charities using these
standards.
2. Don't give to charities where most of the money goes to
executive salaries, administrative costs and fundraising. The
website we just recommended, Give.org, presents a pie chart
that shows the percentage of money going to programs vs.
administration and fundraising.
3. Always find out the exact name of the charity before you
send a check. Many fraudulent organizations select names that
sound very similar to a legitimate charity.
4. Make sure the charity is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3)
of the Internal Revenue Code (again, for US subscribers).
Otherwise, you won't be able to deduct your contributions on
income taxes.
5. Never donate if the caller uses high-pressure tactics or
insists you donate now.
6. Always ignore phone calls, letters and emails telling you
that you won money or a prize from a charity, unless you
specifically entered a contest. These are almost always
fraudulent.
7. Avoid charities that won't send you written material before
you donate because it's 'too costly.' If an organization has
something to hide, it's very likely fraudulent.
8. Don't give cash donations, especially to door-to-door
solicitors. If you know the charity and want to contribute,
never write a check made out to 'cash.' Always make sure the
check is payable to the full name of the charity -- that way
it can be cancelled if you suspect fraud.
9. Never give your credit card number to door-to-door
solicitors, or in response to a bulk email. In fact, don't
give your credit card number unless you are completely
confident about the authenticity and good intentions of the
charity. Otherwise, you may find yourself the victim of
credit card fraud -- or even worse -- identity fraud.
posted by txpoollover, July 02, 2004 04:15 | link | comments
Thursday, July 01, 2004
Get ready for the 4th Shoppers!
Willie Nelson comes to Old Cowtown
Willie Week just a few days away
The grand Texas party will be here.
posted by txpoollover, July 01, 2004 04:44 | link | comments
