Sunday, November 19, 2017

Olde Homestead Black Friday Sales - Boonsboro MD - Check Out Great Values

Olde Homestead Black Friday SALES (Nov. 24) & Small Business Saturday SALE (Nov. 25)!!!

Black Friday, Nov. 24, Olde Homestead will have various SALES throughout the store. 25% OFF Select Items. Check our Facebook page for more info as the day gets closer.

To show our appreciation to our customers and say Thank You...on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, Olde Homestead will be giving 10% OFF your ENTIRE purchase (excludes previously discounted items).

Don't forget you can even create your own "Wish List" while you are here to make it easier for those shopping for you!

Also, our gift cards make a great gift! They can be redeemed at Olde Homestead and/or Cronise Market Place.

Fresh Cut Christmas Trees, Wreaths, Roping, and Swags have started to arrive at Cronise Market Place!!

Hope to see you soon!

Olde Homestead
310 South Main Street
240-329-9353

Cronise Market Place
312 South Main Street
301-432-7377

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-7; Sat. 9-6; Sun. 12-6

www.olde-homestead.com
www.cronisemarket.com

Like us on Facebook and check for contests and upcoming sales and events:
https://www.facebook.com/Olde-Homestead-234966193272631/
https://www.facebook.com/Cronise-Market-Place-154840661245350/
Olde Homestead Christmas Open Houses Nov. 10, 11, 12 (Fri., Sat., Sun.) & Nov. 17, 18, 19 (Fri., Sat., Sun.)!

SALES & Door Prizes!

FREE Gift with Every Purchase!

10% OFF Rugs, Linens, Pictures, & Furniture!

Rooms will be filled with Snowmen, Santas, and other Christmas/Winter Decor!!!

It's time to start Christmas shopping. Why not take advantage of our FREE 30-day Layaway Program.

You can even create your own "Wish List" while you are here to make it easier for those shopping for you!

Hope to see you soon!

Olde Homestead
310 South Main Street
240-329-9353

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-7; Sat. 9-6; Sun. 12-6

www.olde-homestead.com

Like us on Facebook and check for contests and upcoming sales and events:
https://www.facebook.com/Olde-Homestead-234966193272631/

Sunday, November 12, 2017

Happy Veteran’s Day Weekend, 2017

Hi All,
It’s been a light snow Veteran’s Day Weekend in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The pond outside my apartment has partically frozen over with a light snow cover since early Saturday morning.


There are still a few ducks here, with some squirrels and bunnies too.

I enjoyed a sunset walk to my neighborhood cemetery especially notable on Veteran’s Day an opportunity to reflect on all those that have served and those currently serving.  I’m thankful to all for their service.
Here’s some highlights from my walk:

















Sunday, November 5, 2017

Happy Sunday

Hi All,
I’m finding ways to connect outside Facebook and utilizing my blogs more at the same time.

Its been a beautiful Fall in 2017.  Here are a few pictures of my September and October in Minneapolis Minnesota:





















Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Grandpa Roger's 75th Birthday Party - Thanks Pat

Hi All,
I'm reflecting on the beautiful gift my step mom Pat, gave my Dad for his 75th Birthday.  I hope as she copes with difficult decision to get Grandpa Roger (my Dad) the help he needs she remembers all the good times they had together and the thoughtful gesture of bringing those that love Roger Blanchard together to celebrate all the years we've had with him.  
Pat always remember you have my support.  We will all have more time to visit Dad, Grandpa, friend Roger because you have taken such good care of him at home and now transitioning to the next phase of care needed for the robbing disease of dementia.  
I'm also thankful to my niece and Pat's niece for helping Pat during the past 2 weeks.  You're both awesome.  
Peace to you and yours.  Remember to stay in the moment and only savor the good memories.  
Sincerely with love, 
Melissa Blanchard.

Sunday, July 16, 2017

Elder Care

Hi All,
I hope this note finds everyone reading in good health and happy.

I have recently run up against the issue of taking care of parents as they age.  My Dad is 77 with dementia and a heart valve issue.  His wife is having health issues now too so the families on both sides of the marriage are pulling together to see what options are available.

It isn't easy - if you can't afford around 5,000 a month for rent on memory centers or long-term placements the couple has to spin down - which means the assets become the property of the government.  My Dad's wife could live there as long as she's able but all her assets will have a lien to the government.

I know - the price of private care or round the clock care is enormous but why did we all pay so much into social security and then still have to give up any assets we manage to achieve in the bargain.  I fail to see how this is a society that rewards those that invest in property when after 30 years sometimes, you finally get it paid off then someone can just come in and take it away.

I also hear about how good it is to stay in the home - well its a big strain on the spouse taking care of dementia - I can attest to how much work it is to meal plan, get the food on the plate on the table then my Dad eats which does my heart good but he can't help dish up, he tends to pick the household chores he'll do and there's the questions answered just 30 minutes earlier.  I started writing him note and for now that works but over time the reading function will be robbed too.

Fo all the talk of health care no one is discussing what happens when people that have jobs and are doing well might have to chose between the job and taking care of a loved one.  There won't be support for those that have to do this because there's no Medicaid or Medicare funds to help with home care, assisted living or long-term care.  You think the unemployment was bad in the Great Depression just wait for the time when people have to leave jobs - take lower paying jobs at part time which would be difficult to take care of their parents.  There are more aging then their are young ones so the Japan crisis will soon be here too.

I hope the politicians start to get real about issues in society - its about more than deal making or saving money - politics is about quality of life and the safety of the citizens that are in their care.  Please take a step back from lobbiest and business men and think about the people.

I thank you for your time.  I hope you comment and share to spread the word that Elder care is real, vulnerable adults is real and we as a nation need to do something about taking care of those that have done so much to make our lives possible.

Peace,
Sincerely,
Melissa Blanchard


Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Lindsay Townsend Books worth Checking Out

Check out @lindsayromantic books English Daughter, Flavia's Secret and Dark Maiden excellent writer more at http://www.lindsaytownsend.co.uk/

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Sunday, March 5, 2017

When Calls The Heart - On Hallmark Channel 8 - 9 p.m. Central Time

When Calls The Heart Videos
When Calls The Heart Official Fan Page on FaceBook

I hope you'll all be able to join me live Tweeting to support great family TV on
Twitter   I'll be using my @MelissaBlancha6 and my @HeartiesTweeter handles to get the most RT's possible.
If you follow me and tweet with #Hearties I'll follow back.
I'm hoping together we'll be able to show our support for programming that brings families together.
I'll be watching and tweeting live from my home in Minneapolis MN.
Don't forget to thank the many sponsors that bring us quality TV on Hallmark Channel - the #Heart of TV.
You can find me on Facebook too to share in positive posts about quality TV, books and pictures.  I also have 2 Word Press blogs:
Moments to Share Along The Way
Melissa Blanchard Book Corner
I believe the best TV and movies are based on books.  I always find quality writing, acting and production value on Hallmark Channel.
Keep on reading, watching, tweeting and blogging everyone.

Sincerely,
Melissa Blanchard
MissExpress@photos2shareblog.com