Then we have a guy (who also lives here) who refuses to wipe his feet before coming in the door. There is a mat right outside that makes it easy. We also have a small rug inside to make sure you get all the dirt off. He doesn’t use either one and tracks dirt through the house.

So needless to say we need to find a carpet cleaner. I went to Google one and went to find a carpet cleaner in our state and accidentally typed in carpet cleaning nyc ny. It worked out in the end and I ended up finding quite a few to chose from around here too.

We have tried to clean the carpet ourselves and it hasn’t worked out too well. The spots just keep coming back. Either we have to buy a really good steam carpet cleaner or hire a good company to clean them.

I think once we finally get this carpet cleaned we’ll invest in having the carpet scotch guarded too. Then put down some plastic and a round baby gate around that and make the 2 year old play in there all the time… ha ha ha!!

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PhM2 William David Halyburton, Jr.
20 years old from Wilimington, North Carolina
2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division
August 2, 1924 – May 10, 1945

Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class William Halyburton lost his life in Okinawa, Japan when his unit was under heavy fire and he ran, without thought of his own safety, to help a fallen Marine. As he was shielding the Marines body with his own, while administering aid, PhM2 Halyburton was mortally wounded. For his actions on that day he was posthumously awarded the Medal Of Honor:

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor (Posthumously) to Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class William David Halyburton, Jr., United States Naval Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with a Marine Rifle Company in the SECOND Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain, on 10 May 1945. Undaunted by the deadly accuracy of Japanese counterfire as his unit pushed the attack through a strategically important draw, Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class Halyburton unhesitatingly dashed across the draw and up the hill into an open fire-swept field where the company advance squad was suddenly pinned down under a terrific concentration of mortar, machinegun and sniper fire with resultant severe casualties. Moving steadily forward despite the enemy’s merciless barrage, he reached the wounded Marine who lay farthest away and was rendering first aid when his patient was struck for the second time by a Japanese bullet. Instantly placing himself in the direct line of fire, he shielded the fallen fighter with his own body and staunchly continued his ministrations although constantly menaced by the slashing fury of shrapnel and bullets falling on all sides. Alert, determined and completely unselfish in his concern for the helpless Marine, he persevered in his efforts until he himself sustained mortal wounds and collapsed, heroically sacrificing himself that his comrade might live. By his outstanding valor and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of tremendous odds, Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class Halyburton sustained and enhanced the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

He was also honored by with a guided missile frigate, the USS Halyburton, being named after him.

These brave men and women sacrifice so much in their lives just so others may get to enjoy freedom. For that I am proud to call them Hero.
Those Who Say That We’re In A Time When There Are No Heroes, They Just Don’t Know Where To Look

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I had fun writing in it but I haven’t posted anything there since May of last year so it’s time…

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Now I need to find either an image for the top that fits my blog or find a new theme. The one you see now is just temporary.

I love my host. I’ve been with them for 2 years and have only had a couple of small problems that they fixed for me right away and I only pay less than $6 a month for hosting.

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I’ve had the purse for awhile now and I really like it. It’s a soft canvas with embroidered pockets on the front. There is a large zippered pocket on the back, a large snap closed compartment inside and 2 narrow pockets on each side of the purse. The strap is adjustable and has swivel hooks to hold it on so the strap doesn’t get twisted.

It’s very well made and holds a lot of stuff. There is plenty of room in one of the front pockets to easily hold a cell phone. I smoke so the second front pocket easily holds my cigarettes and lighter. You could also use the pocket for your keys.

There are embroidered stars along the top edge of the purse along each side of the zippered closure. It’s easy to find things in the purse and it measures 12″ X 8″ X 2″. It’s the perfect size for me. It’s not too big or too small. I think I’ll be using this purse as my everyday purse.

I showed it to my 16 year old grand daughter and she loved it so it’s good for a young person too.

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Sgt. John Batemon
B-Company 304th Military Intelligence Battalion, 111th Military Intelligence Brigade

Sgt. John Batemon, B-Company 304th Military Intelligence Battalion, 111th Military Intelligence Brigade removes his shoes and shows off his injuries after the 12-mile march and range portions of the Best Warrior Competition.

Photo Courtesy U.S. Army Taken By Natalie Lakosil

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Sgt. Jimmie Begay
86 years old from Sawmill, Arizona
1st Marine Division, 2nd Battalion
February 1, 2012

The Navajo Nation has lost another code talker. Sgt. Jimmie Begay passed away Wednesday night at Tsehootsoi Medical Center in Fort Defiance at the age of 88 from a head injury he sustained after a fall. Sgt. Begay enlisted in the Marines in 1942 when he was 17 years old.

Sadly there isn’t much information on Sgt. Begay, but you can read more about him here.

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Maj. Merlyn Hans Dethlefsen
53 years old from Royal, Iowa
354th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 355th Tactical Fighter Wing
June 29, 1934 – December 14, 1987

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Major Merlyn Hans Dethlefsen, United States Air Force, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with the 354th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, near Thai Nguyen, North Vietnam, on 10 March 1967. Major Dethlefsen was one of a flight of F-105 aircraft engaged in a fire suppression mission designed to destroy a key anti-aircraft defensive complex containing surface-to-air missiles (SAM), an exceptionally heavy concentration of anti-aircraft artillery, and other automatic weapons. The defensive network was situated to dominate the approach and provide protection to an important North Vietnam industrial center that was scheduled to be attacked by fighter bombers immediately after the strike by Major Dethlefsen’s flight. In the initial attack on the defensive complex the lead aircraft was crippled, and Major Dethlefsen’s aircraft was extensively damaged by the intense enemy fire. Realizing that the success of the impending fighter bomber attack on the center now depended on his ability to effectively suppress the defensive fire, Major Dethlefsen ignored the enemy’s overwhelming firepower and the damage to his aircraft and pressed his attack. Despite a continuing hail of anti-aircraft fire, deadly surface-to-air missiles, and counterattacks by MIG interceptors, Major Dethlefsen flew repeated close range strikes to silence the enemy defensive positions with bombs and cannon fire. His action in rendering ineffective the defensive SAM and anti-aircraft artillery sites enabled the ensuing fighter bombers to strike successfully the important industrial target without loss or damage to their aircraft, thereby appreciably reducing the enemy’s ability to provide essential war material. Major Dethlefsen’s consummate skill and selfless dedication to this significant mission were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Air Force and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of his country.

Maj. Dethlefson retired from the Air Force in 1977 with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He died in 1987 of natural causes and was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.

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It’s not quite what she was doing in the Army as a medic but it’s the closest thing she could find. The 12 hour days aren’t too awful bad either.

The best part is that she isn’t smoking much at all. The hospital does not allow it’s employees to smoke anywhere on the hospital grounds.. even in their own cars.

Benton has gotten used to her and Drew not being here for hours and hours and is almost a pleasure to be with all day long.

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Most states do allow the ownership of silencers but 8 states, including New Jersey, do not allow ownership of suppressors/silencers.

The public is under the mistaken impression that people who use silencers are bad people and are more likely to commit a crime using a firearm or be associated with the mob. Silencers allow increased accuracy because of the reduced muzzle report, reduced recoil, and decreased muzzle flip. Silencers also would protect the hearing of the person firing the gun since the noise, especially in a small room, would be so loud it could cause hearing loss in a situation where you are trying to protect your home and family from an intruder. Silencers would also help when you are hunting so you are not disturbing people who live near the area you are hunting in and again will save your hearing because it cuts down the noise of the gunshot dramatically.

Also if you cannot hear you cannot be aware of your surroundings which could be very dangerous to you and your family if you are trying to protect your home and loved ones. If you were to wear hearing protection (which you would probably not have time to locate if an intruder broke into your home) you would not be able to hear the intruder and locate his/her position in your home.

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