Category: Rich’s Rambles

 

I was asked who my Three HERO’s in life were… I had to think for a few minutes but Ms. Sendler is #1Irena Sendler was a Polish Roman Catholic nurse/social worker who served in the Polish Underground during World War II, and as head of children’s section of Zegota, an underground resistance organization in German-occupied Warsaw. Assisted by some two dozen other Zegota members, Sendler smuggled some 2,500 Jewish children out of the Warsaw Ghetto and then provided them with false identity documents and with housing outside the Ghetto, saving those children during the Holocaust.

But the Nazis became aware of Irena’s activities, and on October 20, 1943 she was arrested, imprisoned and tortured by the Gestapo, who broke her feet and legs. She ended up in the Pawiak Prison, but no one could break her spirit. Though she was the only one who knew the names and addresses of the families sheltering the Jewish children, she withstood the torture, that crippled her for life, refusing to betray either her associates or any of the Jewish children in hiding. Sentenced to death, Irena was saved at the last minute when Zegota members bribed one of the Gestapo agents to halt the execution. She escaped from prison but for the rest of the war she was pursued by the Nazis.

For many years Irena Sendler – white-haired, gentle and courageous – was living a modest existence in her Warsaw apartment. This unsung heroine passed away on Monday May 12th, 2008.

If this lady didn’t meet Sainthood I don’t know who would… God Bless You Ms. Sendler

http://www.auschwitz.dk/sendler.htm

I think almost everyone at one time or another needs a “Hobo Stove”.

What you need to make one:

* a large tin can (about a one-gallon size)
* 2 wire coat hangers
* Bottle Opener (church key)
* a small punch or a small Phillips screw driver

The advantage of the Hobo Stove is that small twigs or a few pieces of charcoal will create a considerable amount of heat for cooking. In addition, the fire is contained within the can and is much safer than an open fire.

Take the emptied gallon tin can and wash it out real good.  Use a bottle opener to cut holes at approximately 1 1/2-inch intervals around the bottom of the can. This will allow the stove to draft properly. With tin snips or pocket knife cut a half circle hole at the bottom of the can, so that your stoves fuel can be added.  If you use a knife wear gloves and don’t use your good knife because you’re going to really dull the blade. Punch some small holes around the top of the can using the punch or Phillips screw driver. Cut the hangers about 1-2 inches larger than the diameter of the can. Insert the wires all the way threw the tin can. (look at photo)

When finished let stove cool down, take out wires, and wrap in a towel for transporting.

If you want to cook with two pans or a pan and a coffee pot, two stoves could be used. If they were slightly different sizes, one could be inserted inside the other to conserve space.

This is sort of a self help exercise for myself. Most of us guys don’t like our mother in laws…SURPRISE!

1. Try to think of her as an acquaintance. Call her by her first name, she’s not your Mom.

2. Always express your feeling to her and point out the common problems. Don’t make judgmental comments as she does, but let your or wife know that it hurts.  Do not criticize her – remember this /her mother – but don’t protect her either.

3. You must get the support of your wife. Talk with her and explain what the problems and issues are and ask for her help. (it will make you look as if you are seriously trying)

4. Distance yourself as much as possible. A good 10 mile separation is always a good idea.

5. Keep in mind she probably wont change but you are trying.

6. Avoid the triggers that set each of you off.

7. Try to stay calm but try not to be rude about it.

8. Define your boundaries to her. Let her know what is off limits and tell her you will not make exceptions.

9. If Mother-In-Law attempts to use guilt as a tool of manipulation (which is extremely common), Disarm her and leave her empty.

It’s your and your wife’s life, she is part of it but only part. In order for your wife and you to be happy she has to understand you are part of the family.

• If all else fails, run! If the above solution fails, just up and move to another city. Many people swear their marriages have been saved by this solution!

Beefy King restaurant in Orlando (off Bumby) has been around for 40+ years. It sort of like Arby’s except a lot better. When I lived in Orlando 20 years ago I go there for lunch or dinner. I was watching a show about “old places to eat” and Beefy King came up and was on the show. I’d forgotten about it years ago. Well I have to take a class on Bumby Ave. and wondered if it were close to Beefy King? Well it was less than 1/2 mile away…I SCORED!  Dam it was good … now I can’t wait to go back for some more.

This has to be one of the most dumbest things I’ve ever saw…

A New Jersey town, It’s fine to ask a stranger for some spare change – so long as you can produce the proper permit. A new law will soon require beggars, bums, homeless, and Hobos, to obtain permits in an effort to prevent aggressive panhandling and to limit the areas where they can beg.

The new law that was enacted Monday, threatens severe offenders with a fine of up to $1,000 and jail time!

Here is the link to Fox News

Why? Does it make people feel tough or more of a man when they beat up an old Hobo who won’t even fight back? That makes them a bunch of pussies in my book. Beating someone for the fun of it knowing they’re not going to fight you back screams what kind of person you actually are. I bet if he were a young guy and would fight back they’d be too much a coward / pussy to even think about attacking them.

You pieces of shit would attack old ladies and kids under 13. I pray that you never breed and your blood line ends with you. We don’t need any more cowards on the earth.

This is for the guys…  I’m no expert but these are common sense.

10.  Don’t assume your date wants you to order for them. Also, don’t criticize what they order. Just because you have calamari they may love it. So man-up and eat it with a smile.

9.   Do NOT talk bad about their friends or previous relationships … listen but stay neutral

8.   Never expect to score, stay away from sexual overtones

7.   Never talk about ex’s, especially yours … do not, I repeat DO NOT compare!

6.   Stay off the cell phone, pay attention to them

5.   Don’t be a Mr. Know-it-all, just listen to her and don’t talk to much

4.  Don’t even accidentally stare at other women, even if you’re at a strip club

3.   It’s not a dutch date, you’re paying or it may be the last date

2.   Never Lie… they will come back to haunt you later.

1.   Be as courteous and romantic as possible, and tell her how nice she looks & smells.

IF… a movie is involved make it a chic flick… there will be time for the shoot em’ ups another day

Like all great travelers, I have seen more than I remember, and remember more than I have seen.