The house is abuzz with action as everyone is pitching in to cook all the food we plan to eat today. We have a lot of people to feed and it’s been a busy morning. I sent the kids out to play in the backyard so that they will be out of the way. I think we have used nearly every pot and pan in the house, but it will all be worth it when the meal is served!

I surly hope that everyone else has a great holiday as well. This is a day to spend with loved ones and to reflect on the good things in this world. I believe that we should take advantage of this day to remember how lucky we are.

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Each year, villagers along the Yukon River wait for the annual run of King Salmon. They rely of the fish for food and money. This year, there are few fish to be had. The villagers say the Pollock fisheries that operate in the Bering Sea are killing most of the fish.

The Kings are called by catch by the industry and are caught in the nets and discarded. Each year, thousands of the fish are thrown off the boats to their watery grave. I hope that Alaska will realize the importance of taking care of the bounty that god provided them.

One thing that I’ve learned in this world is that when it comes to business, friends are good. I have a friend who owns a hot dog stand. Every time he makes a sale, he hands out custom business cards for his friends. They supply the cards and he hands them out. The idea has worked beautifully and the amount of business generated by the cards is amazing.

In the world of business, getting your name out there is always a chore. It’s good to take advantage of every opportunity to spread the word about your business. It’s hard to believe that a simple piece of cardboard with your name on it can earn you money. I’m glad I was able to get in on the action and make a few bucks of my own!

One thing that I am very concerned about at our house is proper nutrition. The kids seem to believe that they can eat anything they want anytime they want. With so many fast-food restaurants around, it’s hard to control their meals. In order to regain some control over the situation, I’ve begun to plan our meals every week. This has enabled me to have some say in the foods we consume.

The kids were leery at first, but they seem to have adapted to the new routine well. I have set out a clear message that I intend to make sure they eat healthier meals and it’s working so far. We all know about apples and oranges and I believe that the old adages about food are true. We’ll see who triumphs in this battle for health!

One thing that’s really important to do on a daily basis is to make sure you drink a lot of water. It’s a major part of your body and making sure you have a steady supply will help you in many ways. In with the good, out with the bad is the old maxim that still holds true. The effects of dehydration are many and can be drastic in some cases. When exercising, drinking enough water is especially important! I hope you will remember this friendly advice!