Recently more than 90 global leaders gathered for a climate change summit in New York City to brainstorm about the affects of global warming and to come up with some possible solutions to combat the problem. President Barack Obama spoke at the summit, noting that taking zero action on climate change could leave future generations with an “irreversible catastrophe.“
President Obama also noted that the United States is “determined to act” and has put climate at the top of the diplomatic agenda with countries across regions, from China and India to Brazil and Mexico. U.S. leader at the summit agree that …read more

Midst the controversy surrounding President Obama’s nationwide speech to school children, perhaps the discussion, even though heated at times, hasn’t been a negative experience. Perhaps this has held the President more accountable when he interacts with our young people.  Was his speech changed due to the controversy?  This we don’t know because only the final version has been published.  But at least parents can see this version before he gives it.  There was change to lesson suggestions on the White House web site after the hue and cry.
Because of this event and the reactions:

Parents have taken more notice of what’s …read more

On Tuesday, September 8, the first day of school for many students, President Obama plans to address the nation’s school children, piping his speech from the White House  into all schools (that have the technical ability).  This has raised a furor among many parents.
They are wondering if it’s truly education or is it mind control of our youth?  Some claim it’s an opportunity to start molding young minds with Obama’s socialist agenda.  Obama spokesmen says it’s purely an educational event, with the President talking about the value of an education.
Parents have expressed the desire, if their children’s school views the speech, …read more

Inspired by the First Family’s decision to plant a vegetable garden at The White House, W. Atlee Burpee & Co. (Burpee) recently decided to cultivate the company’s very own version of the White House Garden at Fordhook Farm in Doylestown, PA, where Burpee trials most of the vegetables and flowers it sells.

George Ball, chairman of Burpee and proprietor of Fordhook Farm says, “The White House Garden has done a great job of showcasing the advantages of growing your own vegetables. In creating our Fordhook version of the garden, we utilized the diagram they provided and …read more

If you’re operating a crafting business, you may be wondering if or how President Obama’s “changes” will affect yours.  Will some of the policies he’s introducing and, in some instances, already passed have a positive or negative effect?
I have a “change” poll at Home Biz Notes, where you can express your opinion.  You also can write your view in the comments section of this post or the one at Home Biz Notes.  It would be interesting to see whether you expect, or already see, a change of some magnitude.

With all the “changes” occurring since President Obama has taken office, whether you agree or disagree, you’re likely to feel some effects in your life and craft business. 
Over at my Home Biz Notes blog, I’ve set up a poll, where you can express your thoughts about the changes this is bringing about or will cause in your craft business.  Since many crafters have developed an income source with their talents, they may be looking into the changes that could occur to this method of making a living.
Even if you live in another country, you may be wondering how changes in the United …read more

Recently when President Barack Obama was in Las Vegas for a special fundraiser event, he stayed at Caesars Palace. During his campaign, he was a frequent guest of the hotel. President Obama noted, “I thought I had a pretty nice room,” he said. “But now I’m president, they upgraded me. It’s a really nice room now.”
Actually it’s an amazing room. The 22,000 square foot suite in the Forum Tower offers spectacular views of the strips and an exterior patio with its own private pool. During his recent stay, President Obama had a workout at the hotel’s Qua Baths and …read more

How is President Obama doing so far when it comes to women’s health care? Planned Parenthood has given him a scorecard which says that “women of childbearing age spend 68 percent more in out-of-pocket health care costs than men.” The organization has given him high marks and says that he has “lived up to his pledge to make sure that strengthening women’s health is a priority in his administration.”

Some of the highlights include protecting a woman’s right to choose, making birth control accessible and affordable, and “repealing the global gag rule.” For a complete list of grades and …read more

Sure, Portuguese water dogs are cute. And very popular because the Obamas chose Bo. But is it really the right dog for you?

A recent CNN article, Water dogs should come with warnings, explores the breed and cautions pet lovers to do their homework before choosing this dog. It’s an active dog that needs to be with people.
According to the American Kennel Club, the breed requires “daily vigorous exercise.” In other words, if you work 60 hours a week, your Portuguese water dog may decide to get destructive for lack of activity.
Do you own a water dog?
(Image via flickr.)

A Russian ice cream maker has scooped up a bit of trouble with it’s new “Duet” ice cream.
They are using President Barack Obama as the symbol for their new vanilla and chocolate ice cream product. The  ad features a smiling caricature of the president with the line, “It’s on everyboy’s lip – the Dark is in the White!” Apparently, this is a reference to the President’s biracial heritage.
The creative director of the ad agency insists that the intent was to to be “amusing and cheerful.”  The ad agency has recieved negative reports from foreign countries.  There have been no complaints …read more