You think English is easy?

The bandage was wound around the wound.

The farm was used to produce produce.

The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse.

We must polish the Polish furniture.

The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert.

Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present.

A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum.

When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.

I did not object to the object.

The insurance was invalid for the invalid.

There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row.

I Wuz Just Thinkin’…

How many times is it appropriate to say “What?” before you just nod and smile because you still didn’t hear or understand a word they said?

You never know when it will strike, but there comes a moment at work when you know that you just aren’t going to do anything productive for the rest of the day.

Sometimes I’ll look down at my watch three consecutive times and still not know what time it is.

Nothing’s worse than that moment during an argument when you realize you’re wrong.

I totally take back all those times I didn’t want to nap when I was younger.

How in the world are you supposed to fold a fitted sheet?

Obituaries would be a lot more interesting if they told you how the person died.

Map Quest really needs to start their directions on #5. I’m pretty sure I know how to get out of my neighborhood.

I can’t remember the last time I wasn’t at least kind-of tired.

Bad decisions make good stories.

There’s more to Archie than this big smile, but it lets you know what a happy fella he is. At about 4 months, Archie is a cream colored Schnauzer mix with a titch of dark gray on his tail. He’s always on the move, always ready for, “Let’s go!”

Stevie, a pint sized powerhouse of a pup, is a Chihuahua/terrier mix about 7-8 months old. If those ears were just a bit larger, he might be able to get airborne as his ground speed is off the charts. A perky personality in a tiny package, Stevie is adorable.

Come see Archie, Stevie, and all the other animals at the Port Lavaca Animal Shelter, 201 Stringham Drive (across from the rodeo arena), Monday through Saturday, 10 to 2, or call the Calhoun County Humane Society, 553-8916.

You can also view them and other animals ready for adoption on line at www.calhouncountyhumanesociety.org

Thanks and we’ll be waiting for you!

On October 17, a reception was held at Texas A&M University, College Station, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Texas Sea Grant, one of the first Sea Grant College Programs formed after the passage of the National Sea Grant College Act of 1966.

Investing in Marine Science: The Birth of Sea Grant

A Novel Idea: The idea of a Sea Grant College Program was originally suggested by oceanographer, inventor and writer, Dr. Athelstan Spilhaus at the 93rd meeting of the American Fisheries Society in 1963. Interest in the Sea Grant concept grew, much of it sparked by an editorial written by Spilhaus that appeared in a 1964 issue of Science: “ I have suggested the establishment of ‘sea-grant colleges’ in existing universities that wish to develop oceanic work . . . These would be modernized parallels of the great developments in agriculture and the mechanic arts which were occasioned by the Land-Grant Act of about a hundred years ago . . . Establishment of the land-grant colleges was one of the best investments this nation ever made. That same kind of imagination and foresight should be applied to exploitation of the sea.”

Thus, at a time when America was excited about science in general, especially the possibility of reaping sustained economic benefits from the vast resources of the seas, national enthusiasm for the Sea Grant College concept grew. In 1965, Sen. Claiborne Pell of Rhode Island introduced legislation to establish Sea Grant colleges on campuses nationwide as centers of excellence in marine and coastal studies. With the adoption in 1966 of the National Sea Grant College Act, Congress established an academic/industry/government partnership that would enhance the nation’s education, economy, and environment into the 21st century.

A Revolutionary Program

Just as our nation’s Land Grant institutions have revolutionized agriculture, so too are the Sea Grant colleges steering our nation toward the productive and sustainable use of our coastal, marine, and Great Lakes resources, through integrated programs of scientific research, education and training, and technical assistance. These programs make available a wealth of information on marine and aquatic topics—from public school curriculum materials to the most advanced scientific research. In short, Sea Grant funds high quality research that is responsive to user needs, bringing university expertise to solve today’s marine environmental problems.

(http://www.seagrant.noaa.gov/aboutsg/historyofsg.html)

Rhonda D. Cummins
Coastal & Marine Resource Advisor
Texas Sea Grant College Program
186 County Road 101, Ste. 1
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
office: 361-552-9747; fax: 361-552-6727
http://kyakradio.tamu.edu

Friends of the Seadrift Library are sponsoring their third annual JUNK IN YOUR TRUNK sale November 5, 2011 beginning at 9:00 in the parking lot of First National Bank in Seadrift.

Parking slots are being sold for $20.00 to those wanting to sell their treasures from the trunks of their vehicles. Call NOW to reserve your slot!

Pass the word – tell your family, friends, co-workers, neighbors – don’t miss the fun. Come out and join us!

For more Information or to reserve your slot, call:

Linda – 361-785-4306 or 713-305-6724

Alene – 361-785-5781

Nan – 832-276-5948

Pastor Tim Smith, Jody Turowski, Missionary Kelly Baumgartner, Pastor CE Smith, Missionary Mark Baumgartner. The photo was taken at the foothills of Mount Teite (in the background) the tallest peak in all the Spanish provinces.

Pastor Tim Smith of First Assembly of God in Seadrift recently completed a missions trip to Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Smith was accompanied by Pastor CE Smith and Jody Turowski, both of Family Worship Center in Victoria. The trio traveled to the Canary Islands to visit and participate in services with Assembly of God Missionaries Mark and Kelly Baumgartner.

Both pastors spoke five times at three different churches on the island of Tenerife. The three churches are El Farro Assembly of God, Calvary International Assembly of God, and the National Assembly of God of the Canary Islands. The ministers spoke in a Leaders Seminar, a Church Workers Conference, a Men’s Prayer Breakfast and held revival services at two of the churches.

Pastor Tim Smith said, “The services were tremendous with twenty coming to Christ for salvation during the services. Many were touched by the presence of God and the stirring messages of hope and encouragement.”

The trio also attended a 7th Anniversary Celebration at the Calvary International Assembly of God. Pastor Tim Smith said, “Missionaries Mark and Kelly Baumgartner are doing a tremendous work in the Canary Islands, having established the International Bible Institute of the Canary Islands, two churches and are in the planning stage for a third church. It is very fulfilling to see what our missions support is doing for people in different parts of the world.”

First Assembly of God in Seadrift is very involved in mission support. The local church supports 21 missionaries and organizations that are involved in missions. Family Worship Center in Victoria is also very committed to missions, supporting approximately 40 missionaries and organizations.

The trio returned home on October 12, having been overseas for 9 days. Pastor CE Smith is planning a return trip to the Canary Islands to hold revival services in the three churches next year. Pastor Tim Smith is planning more trips. “It’s all about the people,” Tim Smith said, “The people of Spain were very friendly and hospitable during our travels. It was a great experience to make so many new friends and spending quality time in the presence of God with them.”

Both pastors presented photo presentations in their churches after their return home.