Gold Star Blog

ProActive Activity

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 09:28:26 -0600

One GOLD STAR with reduced property tax edging for Underblog, who, in a fit of proactivity, paid a visit to the property taxers and demanded to know why our taxes have gone up unreasonably compared to other neighboring properties. As a result we will probably be paying lower taxes in the future. Thanks, Underblog!

Money Man

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:22:42 -0600

One gleaming GOLD STAR with coins, bills, stocks, and bonds fringe benefits for Underblog. Thank you for setting up a SEP IRA for me. Thank you for managing our money. Thank you for making big money into bigger money. Thank you for teaching me about investing. It's a big job and you are the man to do it.

Fiat Lux

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:57:21 -0600

For going above and beyond the task she assigned for herself and washing the windows in the casita, Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with Windex Ammonia-D. Thank you Sherm , we can now see more clearly.

The Master Painter

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:55:25 -0600

For getting up the ganas to paint the peeling window trim, Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with a ribbon of Taos Blue. Thanks Sherm, you did a far better job of it than I ever could!

Codebot of the Year

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:08:20 -0600

For creating a beautiful new website for my books and working long hours with vigor and dedication, Underblog is awarded the CODEBOT of the Year Award (aka GOLD STAR). Many thanks, WebMister!

Healthy

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:03:51 -0600

For driving his Foodie-Mobile in a mindful and healthy new direction, Underblog receives a GOLD STAR festooned with lentil and soybean clusters. Good going, Underblog!

Car Washing

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:18:47 -0600

Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with Vanilla Air Freshener for taking Root Beer Float to the car wash and coming back with an immaculate ride. Thanks Sherm, all drivers of RBF appreciate your effort getting this done!

Pyrocantha Hauling

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:17:08 -0600

Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with sharp pointy stickers for pruning the pyrocantha's and hauling the detritus to the tip. Good work, Sherm, and a job well done!

Christmas Elf

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:18:40 -0600

For her dedication to beginning and following through the Christmas holiday planning purchasing and mailing, this GOLD STAR with boughs of holly is presented to Sherm.

Lifesaver

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:24:55 -0600

Though a GOLD STAR with a trip to the Emergency Room won't begin to express the magnitude of her effort today, I hope it helps.

Checking Off the List

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:46:15 -0600

For checking off the items on her chores list, Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with Honey-Do's.

Ski Bravery

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:51:44 -0600

Sherman is hereby awarded a rare GOLD STAR with crossed ski poles for her astounding bravery and competence skiing this weekend. Way to go, Sherm, and as the Websters are wont to exclaim "HOW HOW!"

Christmas Elf

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 18:33:04 -0600

Sherman is awarded a GOLD STAR with tinsel and sparkling lights for her service as Christmas elf for two households this year.

Bulb Planting

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:50:16 -0600

Sherm is awarded this GOLD STAR with compost filigree for inserting 200-something bulbs in the garden. Thanks Sherm, and I am looking forward to seeing the results of your labors next spring!

Adaptable

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:29:58 -0600

Professor Harry Winkums is awarded a GOLDEN FRISBEE with flying silver spittle for suddenly and without warning becoming adaptable beyond all expectation.