A MUST READ Flash! Friday Prompt from Aria Glazki

Posted on September 29, 2013 by fundinmental

Aria Glazki blew me away with her Flash! Friday Prompt. I had to share it with you. Please comment and let Aria know what the story said to you. To learn more about Aria, she would love to have you visit Aria Glaki’s blog.

Flash! Friday: Prompt #43

Flash! Friday is upon us! Almost at the deadline, but here is this week’s story: 150 words, +/- 5 on this photo:

Teaching Abroad

Throwing children out of windows isn’t normal. At the height of their trajectory, they float for a heartbeat in the air. Orange light paints over their skin. It’s almost beautiful, but it isn’t normal.

Some of the older kids understand, and they all fight our holds instinctively in fear. But we’re stronger, and we’re determined. Their wiggling and crying cannot slow us down.

Screams tear through me, but I don’t even pause.

“I hate heights,” the little boy in my arms whispers.

“Close your eyes,” I can’t help whispering back.

The second he does, I clench my jaw and toss. His arms flail as he flies. Fourteen.

I pray the hands outside will catch him.

We search the smoky room for any small bodies left behind. The flames lick at my feet through the remaining patches of floor.

This isn’t what I signed up for.

(145 words)

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My Adventures – Living Life 110%

Posted on September 18, 2013 by fundinmental

Living life 110% is our motto.

I invite you to come along on my adventures and I would love to hear about yours.

The weekend was chockful of wonderful things to do, but it wasn’t hard for us to choose what events we wanted to attend. The beach is one of our favorite places to go. People watching is a fun past-time and there are always some interesting characters wandering around. But this weekend had some added bonuses, like the Corvette Car Show and A Taste of Pensacola with Andrew Zimmer.

I jumped at the chance to see all these speed machines at the Corvette show. I am a lover of muscle cars and it seemed like every Corvette – from vintage to current – was in attendance. The roar of the engines vibrated through the air, making me want to jump in one and go for a joy ride.

Corvette Beach Show (c) Sherry Fundin

A Taste of Pensacola with Andrew Zimmer took place at the Pensacola Beach pavilion. I waited for him to wade into the Gulf and come out with some kind of freaky food, but he stayed with a traditional Gulf staple – Shrimp.

Taste of Pensacola with Andrew Zimmer (c) Sherry Fundin

Andrew Zimmer did some stirring and a little sampling along the way. We visited the Hooter girls and had a couple of Bloody Marys to quench our thirst.

Andrew Zimmer (c) Sherry Fundin

Just look at those beautiful shrimps. Makes your mouth water, doesn’t it?

Andrew Zimmer Cooking (c) Sherry Fundin

The presentation was appetizing and corn bread is a southern mainstay not to be missed. Andrew Zimmer was very entertaining and hospitable, taking time for a meet and greet after the show.

Andrew Zimmer’s Dish (c) Sherry Fundin

On to Captain Fun’s for the Alabama football game. Captain Fun’s is the place to go on the Boardwalk to get your football fix with some diehard Crimson Tide fans. Alabama did not let us down. The game was a roller coaster ride of emotions, keeping us watching until the final whistle was blown.

Number 1 Alabama still rules and The Tide beat Texas A & M – 49 to 42.

Romantics Concert (c) Sherry Fundin

We topped off the day with the The Romantics Concert at the Blues Angel Music School, celebrating 130 years of Gretsch guitars.

The Romantics Concert at the Blues Angel Music School (c) Sherry Fundin

What did you do this weekend?

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The Cat and The Dolphin Video

Posted on September 15, 2013 by fundinmental

This video of the cat and the dolphin playing with each other is so amazing, I had to share it with you. I found it on Facebook.

Just click on the rectangle to the far right to view in full screen.

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A Whale of a Time – Orcas

Posted on September 1, 2013 by fundinmental

A pod of 30+ Orcas that was videoed swimming by Galiano Island had me mesmerized. I saw this link on Twitter and had to pass it on. Amazing. I would love to know what you think.

I saw where people had commented about the audio, but I didn’t have the sound on when I watched it and I loved it. I will let it speak for itself.

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Football Season has begun and all I can say is GO BLUE!

Posted on August 31, 2013 by fundinmental

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The Michigan Wolverines have the most all-time wins and the highest winning percentage in college football history. It has, in my opinion, the most awesome helmet and it’s fight song has their competitors shaking in their shoes before they ever arrive at the gate. Michigan Stadium has record-breaking attendance and many rivalries. The annual season-ending game against Ohio State was once voted as ESPN’s best sports rivalry.

That being said – ARE YOU READY FOR SOME WOLVERINE FOOTBALL?

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The greatest college football march ever composed! So said the legendary John Philip Sousa. “The Victors” is called the “1812 Overture” and “Stars & Stripes” of all college football marches or fight songs.

In case you don’t know the words and I KNOW you want to sing along, I have included a second version just for YOU. Most of the time, only the chorus is sung. Look below for the full lyrics.

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Another season of football and I am so excited. I love my Michigan, but I watch and enjoy a good game no matter who it is. I want to spend my Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays in front of the TV. I do not want a knock on the door or a ring on the phone. Please honor my wishes and DON’T BOTHER ME. Not only will I bite, I may……………

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The Michigan Fight Song

It was composed by UM student Louis Elbel in 1898.

Now for a cheer they are here, trimphant!

Here they come with banners flying,

In stalwart step they’re nighing,

With shouts of Vict’ry crying,

We hurrah, hurrah, we greet you now, Hail!

Far we their praises sing

For the glory and fame they’ve bro’t us

Loud let the bells them ring

For here they come with banners flying

Far we their praises tell

For the glory and the fame they’ve bro’t us

Loud let the bell them ring

For here they come with banners flying

Here they come, Hurrah!

(chorus)

Hail! to the victors valiant

Hail to the conqu’ring heroes

Hail! Hail! to Michigan

The leaders and best!

Hail! to the victors valiant

Hail! to the conu’ring heroes

Hail! Hail! to Michigan,

The Champions of the West!

(break strain)

We cheer them

We cheer and cheer again

For Michigan, we cheer for Michigan

We cheer with might and main

WE cheer, cheer, cheer

With might and main we cheer!

(chorus)

An alternate set of lyrics were found in University athletic files circa the 1920s. Did Elbel write them – no one knows.

Hail! to our Alma Mater!

Hail! to dear old Ann Arbor

Hail! Hail! to Michigan

The Athens of the West!

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Puff the Magic Dragon

Posted on August 11, 2013 by fundinmental

I had to laugh at myself, sitting here with tears in my eyes as I watch and listen to this.

It brought back some (good?) memories. I got kicked out of school for three days in Junior High School for smoking in the bathroom. In the school yearbook, under my name, they put Puff The Magic Dragon.

Hope you take a moment, sit back, relax and reminisce.

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All Rocks Go To Heaven

Posted on August 3, 2013 by fundinmental

Reblogged from Trillian’s Thoughts

Two churches located across the street from each other. At least the Catholics have a sense of humor.

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Puppies – Way Too Cute!

Posted on July 29, 2013 by fundinmental

I love puppies. Aren’t these cute? What is your favorite critter? Are you a puppy lover, kitty lover, or do you go for the odd and exotic? Inquiring minds want to know. LOL

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For your viewing pleasure

Posted on July 21, 2013 by fundinmental

I saw this on Taylor Dean’s blog and thought it was pretty cool. She found it on Facebook. For your viewing pleasure – take a moment to just relax and ponder. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

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My Adventures – Impatient Fisherman – Blue Heron

Posted on July 7, 2013 by fundinmental

Impatient Fisherman is an ongoing story of the fishing adventures of The Fundins.

Hubby and I were out fishing one day and this Blue Heron kept trying to steal our bait from the bucket. He was pretty persistent. Mums the word when it comes to revealing where one of our honey holes is located.