Comments on: We Have a Winner Wednesday! and “Okay, Smartypants!”

By: Caroline

Caroline — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:19:10 +0000

You Smartypants, you!

1. Who was the founder of The Salvation Army?

William Booth

2. In what country did it originate?

England

3. Where was the first kettle placed?

San Francisco

4. In what month and year?

Dec 1891

5. By whom?

Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee

6. What is the purpose of placing kettles?

to feed the poor Christmas dinner

7. During WWII, what did The Salvation Army typically give to soldiers?

donuts

8. True or False? Santa sometimes rings a bell at a kettle.

false

9. True or False? The Salvation Army has orchestras as well as bands.

false

10. True or False? The Salvation Army is a church.

true

11. What is the motto of The Salvation Army?

Heart to God, Hand to Man

12. Counting the upcoming 2010 Rose Parade, how many consecutive years has The Salvation Army marched in the Rose Parade?

81 years

By: Teri

Teri — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:30:17 +0000

Listen, sister…I have no idea what you’re smoking to create such a vision of loveliness about my life and organizational skills but…pass some of it this way, will ya?! ;0)
Seriously…I’m as “normal” as any other mom…which really just describes a setting on your dryer, so ponder that one for awhile if you will! I blog consistently because I would love for a part of my legacy to include a community in which my children and grandchildren can thrive. My friend, I have been able to talk the wallpaper off a wall since I was 2, so I guess the “eloquence” part, apparently is God given. Altho’ Dr. Shanon Brooks may have a point of contention as to the context of “eloquent” here. ;0)
No cloning that I am aware of has occurred. Sons #1-#5 would definitely be like the shepherds in the field over this thought…sore afraid! ;0)
And get this…there are actually 4 birthdays if you count one extended family member! How’s THAT for planning!?!??!
It is my hope after the first of the year, Miss Tiffany, that we will “bond through blog” even more deeply and I’m happy to share pretty much any and all secrets of life as I see them…perhaps then you’ll see even more clearly that I’m just like every other mom! ;0) Admittedly from time to time, more sleep would be nice! ;0) And Hey!, You’re no slouch yourself, sister! I went over to that blog of yours….very engaging!

By: Tiffany

Tiffany — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:20:18 +0000

I must know, Teri- how do you find time to blog so consistently and eloquently? And now knowing you have 3 birthday celebrations in addition to the holidays and the normal life of a homeschool mom- I think you must have figured out how to clone yourself!

By: Amber Snow

Amber Snow — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:32:00 +0000

oops… imissed one.. the motto is blood and fire..

By: Amber Snow

Amber Snow — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:26:59 +0000

1. Who was the founder of The Salvation Army?William Booth

2. In what country did it originate?England

3. Where was the first kettle placed?San Francisco

4. In what month and year? 1891

5. By whom? um, the salvation army?

6. What is the purpose of placing kettles? to help support many of the 37 million people in poverty who turn to the Army for food and toys at Christmas, utility and homeless assistance, senior and child care, drug abuse treatment and many other social service needs.

7. During WWII, what did The Salvation Army typically give to soldiers? canteens?

8. True or False? Santa sometimes rings a bell at a kettle. TRUE?

9. True or False? The Salvation Army has orchestras as well as bands. I don’t think so but that is a good idea.

10. True or False? The Salvation Army is a church. true

11. What is the motto of The Salvation Army? Doing the most good.

12. Counting the upcoming 2010 Rose Parade, how many consecutive years has The Salvation Army marched in the Rose Parade? 90

okay, tell me the answers now : )

By: Deena

Deena — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 02:44:04 +0000

Congratulations, Tiffany! Please do send me a registration form with your contact information (download it at http://fatjef.com/)and just note that you were the winner of the Tommy Mom drawing.

For the rest of you, don’t forget that the price to register for the FATJEF goes up at 12:00:01 a.m. on January 1.

By: Tiffany

Tiffany — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 01:23:43 +0000

I did think of not being smarter than a 5th grader as I used that “cheat”- but I was busy all day- trying to write a blog entry myself! All about TommyMom and my big win!!

By: Teri

Teri — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:51:55 +0000

@”All of the Above”: Okay…”cheater, cheater pumpkin eaters”…My, my, my…we have a LOT of people that apparently COPIED their way through their conveyor belt years!..Ahhhh…confession is good for the soul. Are you SURE that Miss Tammie ( as Sons #1-#5 call her) is 100% correct? Or would you, at some point in time in this contest, like to WEIGH IN WITH YOUR OWN RESPONSES?…Even if she might be accurate…but then again, what if…
Didn’t you HATE this part of “test taking?!?!?”
Hope your Hanukkah and Christmas prep/celebratory events are well under way and this season is the best ever! You guys are simply great in your support!

By: cherylyn klemens

cherylyn klemens — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:30:36 +0000

okay, TIFFANY congratulations, really, I mean it. NO YOU CANNOT win twice in a row (actually, I don’t really know) those soaps are really cute though. In our house I used to buy all Bath and Body Works in colors to match the decor of each bathroom. Now I just buy soap by the gallon at Costco! My son just recently did a report on William Booth, so I’ll have to go review it to find the answers…..but I’m sure Tammiejoe is probably right. The Salvation Army still does amazing work today, so don’t forget to put your money in the buckets!

By: Tammiejoe

Tammiejoe — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:37:37 +0000

Thank you Tiffany for your confidence..and congrats on your win….I’m thinking my princess would love happy hands that have been bathed with cupcakes. :):) Enjoy your bday weeked at FATJEF!