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Gingrich's tough talk on food stamps may backfire
Tue Jan 24, 2012
- The problem I have with such generalizations is that, looking at someone from a distance, you don't know what their circumstance is. I've known people who ended up on public assistance after losing good jobs. One had just bought a new car the year before.
Gingrich's tough talk on food stamps may backfire
Tue Jan 24, 2012
- I had my reservations about Mr. Gingrich before, but his food stamp comments really turned me off to him. Why? I was laid off from my job in September and spent nearly four months without work.
Anthony says she became pregnant after party
Thu Jan 12, 2012
- It may seem odd to you, but some people are better able to handle stress than others. I'm often able to stay calm (and eat, and sleep) in situations where others cannot imagine doing so.
Next Android update: Ice Cream Sandwich in October?
Thu Sep 8, 2011
- When Android is released in a package that can be installed on a desktop or laptop, then I'll accept that it is the OS that will run on any device.
Wal-Mart brings back layaway for holiday shoppers
Thu Sep 8, 2011
- My days of fighting crowds and overburdened associates at Wal-Mart are over. Wal-Mart is no longer a sure thing if looking for the lowest price, and the shopping experience can be much more pleasant elsewhere.
Netflix: Our bad, you can stream to more than one device
Wed Sep 7, 2011
- They have separated the plans. If you were an existing customer, the change will take effect this month (September). Now you will have the option of DVD-only, streaming-only, or both plans (each with their own charge).
Netflix: Our bad, you can stream to more than one device
Wed Sep 7, 2011
- Don't despair over Starz yet. Over the years, broadcast and cable outlets have gone through the same kind of breakdowns in negotiations, only to pull things out at a later time. Typically, the breakdowns are a ploy by one side to have consumers put pressure on the other side.
That CO2 warming the world: Lock it in a rock
Mon Aug 29, 2011
- Just splitting hairs, but the creation of limestone does not actually make the carbon sequestration permanent. Even the limestone will break down over time, but the time scale involved is eons (barring human activity to break down the rock).
Colorado logger cuts off toes after foot is pinned
Wed Aug 31, 2011
- Sorry to hear about your toe, by the way. Were they able to save it?
Colorado logger cuts off toes after foot is pinned
Wed Aug 31, 2011
- After realizing no one was around, his thoughts likely went from "I'm trapped" to "I'm going to die out here." I've treated enough wounds over the years to realize that the mind can jump to the worst case scenario in seconds.

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Thanks, Bob. I just found your comment on my Newsvine page (I had no idea there was any content to review). I may just well do that (try to hook up with a C-Ped).

Thanks!
— HikingStick

HikingStick -

My wife and I own a speciality shoe store in Everett, WA. We cater to the person that is in need of shoes - outside the 'normal' curve. (ie: too wide, too narrow, etc. ) We have a shop as well to do repairs and modifications to shoes as well. (ie: shoe lifts, add Velcro straps, etc).

If your really interested in learning shoe / leather repair - find a business that makes foot orthotics or states that they have a C-Ped (Certified Pedoritist) working there - odds are VERY good that they would have an opening for a person willing to learn and work in the business.

It's a good business. And one thing your feel each night (beside very tired) - you'll feel appreciated when you can fix a customers problem or make their day a little better.

Good luck.
Bob
— SeattleSlug