January, 2012

FREE Yabba
Dabba Doo!
Another year has come and gone, and we find ourselves in the year 2012. I would be lying if
I said I haven’t been waiting for this year with great anticipation. With all of the hoopla surrounding the “end of the world” 2012 predictions made by the Mayans, Sybil, Nostradamus,
Baba Vanga and many others, I anticipate many end of the world sales and events this year.
Deep down, all of this doom and gloom has me reminiscing on the past instead of looking toward what is ahead. I struggle to keep my focus on the goal set before me. I suppose this is natural as we grow older, but I can honestly say that I never saw my grandfather dwelling on the
past in this way. He always had such enthusiasm about the future. In fact, the only time I saw
any longing for the past from him was while he watched cartoons.
#32 January 2012
“Each must for himself alone
decide what is right and what is
wrong, and which course is
patriotic and which isn't. You
cannot shirk this and be a man.
To decide against your convictions
is to be an unqualified and
inexcusable traitor, both to
yourself and to your country, let
man label you as they may.”
Mark Twain
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PRODUCTION
Growing up, I remember my grandpa’s favorite cartoon was the 1960’s Hanna-Barbera Production, The Flintstones; the animated series about a working class stone age man's life with his
family and his next-door neighbor and best friend. Frederick Joseph “Fred” Flintstone and his
friend, Bernard "Barney" Rubble were, and still very much are, my picture of the embodiment of
the American Dream. Why not? The legendary cartoon is still a major influence in American
culture today. For example, there are Flintstones Chewable Vitamins, Fruity Pebbles, Cocoa
Pebbles, and even Welch's Grape Juice, which by no small coincidence was Pebbles' favorite
drink.
The Stone Age town of Bedrock was filled with dinosaurs, saber-toothed tigers, wooly mammoths, and other long-extinct animals who co-exist with cavemen. These cavemen listen to records, live in split-level homes, and eat out at restaurants, yet their technology is made entirely
from pre-industrial materials and largely powered through the use of various animals. For example, when a character takes photographs with an instant camera, inside of the camera box, a bird
carves the picture on a stone tablet with its bill. The cars are made out of stone, wood, animal
skins, and are powered by the passengers' feet. Baby wooly mammoths where used as vacuum
cleaners while adult woolly mammoths acted as a shower by spraying water with their trunks.
One of my favorite aspects of the cartoon series is the Loyal Order of Water Buffalos Lodge
No. 26, originally called the Loyal Order of Dinosaurs. The secret Fraternity had secret hand
shakes and passwords like, Ack, Ack, A-Dack, funny looking hats, and the infamous Grand
Imperial Poobah (An honor which Fred was rewarded for his honesty); there was nothing cooler
than this noble fraternity. Or, as they say at the lodge, “Water Buffalo, Water Buffalo,
Moooooo!”
Fred Flintstone was a lot more than a simple blue collar man; He was a man of passion and
dedication, take for instance his bowling, he goes so far as to take ballet lessons in order to
improve his game which led to his nickname "Twinkle toes". He was a man of imagination and
conviction which lead him to believe in extra terrestrial life, well at least one, Gazoo from the
planet Zetox. He was a man of loyalty and devotion, like most us he showed this through his
love for his dog, Dino.
You may think it is foolish to base my image of the great American Dream on life at 345
Cave Stone Road, in Bedrock, but from where I stand, this classic American cartoon is the
essence of everything I hope and pray America still is. Fred had no problem working for big
industry at the Slate Rock and Gravel Company where their slogan was “Top quality stone at
rock bottom prices”. He loved and cherished his wife Wilma, and his daughter, Pebbles. He
worked hard to provide a home and car for his family. He never gave up on the dream of
something bigger, and above all, he believed. Yes, I may be a fool, but to me watching the
animated American marvel known as The Flintstones gives me hope for the New Year and
makes me yell, “Yabba-Dabba-Doo!" (Which was originally derived from the Brylcreem
advertising jingle motto "A Little Dab'll Do Ya!")
CONTRACTORS
CONTINUING EDUCATION
At the request of our loyal customers we will be providing several
elective classes that qualify for the CCB’s required continuing
education hours. These classes will be listed on the events board at the
Bronson Lumber Co. And new classes will be added as they come on
line. We will attempt to provide these classes from January through
March so as not to interrupt the building season. For information, or to
schedule a class, please call Chris @ 541-910-6222
By: Chris Haefer
Thank you for
Supporting
January 2012
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H - 1/13/2012 The College of Idaho
A - 1/20/2012 Oregon Institute of Technology
A - 1/21/2012 Southern Oregon University
H - 1/27/2012 Northwest University
H - 1/28/2012 The Evergreen State College
Men's Basketball
H - 1/6/2012 Northwest Christian University
H - 1/7/2012 Corban University
H - 1/13/2012 The College of Idaho
A - 1/20/2012 Oregon Institute of Technology
A - 1/21/2012 Southern Oregon University
H - 1/27/2012 Northwest University
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Sticks & Stones!
Have a great new year!
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A YEAR IN REVIEW
At the end of each December, I diligently sit down and write out my New Year goals. These goals
are always posted in front of my face in a place I will see them everyday. They become motivators,
and reminders of the path that I would like to follow. Sometimes though, life happens, and my
goals change as the year goes on.
On the personal side: 2011 started out with a BANG in my life. January 13th, 2011, I married
a truly wonderful man, a man that God prepared just for me! Over the year, we discussed finances,
set up retirement accounts and learned the true art of depending on each other for good
communication. We set aside nights out of each month that were focused just on each other- our
little date nights have been cheap for the most part, but full of laughter and connection. All of
these things were lined out in my 2011 goals, but as the year progressed, we felt the timing was
perfect for our first baby. We are now expecting Baby Langdon #1 to introduce into the world in
Spring 2012!
In the business aspect of my life: I set out to accomplish a certain dollar volumn in sales, a
volumn that would justify letting go of my second job as a waitress at Denny's before the year was
over. I have never been one to take many risks financially, but before my goal was met, I left the
job that I had been blessed with for over 5 years waitressing in a true family oriented restuarant.
Stepping out in faith, I learned quickly that hard work eventually pays off. Not in my goals, but a
total gift, I not only met my production goals this year, I doubled them!
I had some other odds and ends lined out in my goals, such as community involvement. As life
changed, and the year grew on, my goals changed as well and priorities changed positions. I have
used my goals as a road map to leading a happy year, each and every year, and sometimes, it is ok
to change your route to get to the same destination!
If you haven't done it yet, sit down with a pen and paper, and make your road map to a happy
life in 2012! Be realistic with yourself, and set some goals you know you can accomplish, as well as
some that might seem like a stretch! It is amazing to watch how those goals will help shape your
life and make your New Year something to review next December with a smile on your face!
RE/
MAX Real Estate Team
2106 Island Ave.
La Grande, OR. 97850
541-963-1000 Office
541-913-4306 Cell
Each office independently
owned and operated.
Sharron
Langdon
Broker
We want to thank all of those who donated to this years
toys drive; Royal Rock, La Grande Drywall, All Phase
Electric., J&N custom renovations, G&R Const., A.C.
Roofing, Mill Creek Cabinets, Gulzo Construction, W.C.
Construction, Brooks Painting, Summit Construction, Jim's
Repair, JLG Construction, Wess Penninton Construction,
Stickney Construction, James Chalis Construction, Denny
Ferguson, Mic & Patty McLure, Jonel Ricker, Jerry & Elinore
Blankinship, Rob McKinzy painting, and The Bronson
Lumber Co.
together we raised $2300.00 for kids in need in Union
County! this money helped provide gifts for around 240 and
260 kids this year. A special thank you to Faith Center
Church in Island City for wrapping and distributing the gifts
to families all over Union County. We wish all of you a
prosperous new year. Merry Christmas, and God bless you...
One day
As I was
gazing
High, into
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Of birds
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New For 2012
Blue Mountain Humane Association will no
longer euthanize animals. As a result we will
no longer be able to receive feral cats or
kittens. All animals will undergo a preassessment evaluation for temperament,
behavior, and health prior to intake for the
purpose of re-homing.
2012 New shelter hours:
We will now be open on Monday’s! MondayFriday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM & Saturday’s
1:00 PM- 5:00 PM
People Make the Difference One
Pet at a Time
When an animal arrives at BMHA who is not
quite ready for adoption BMHA relies on the
love and homes of our foster care volunteers.
These volunteers open their homes to
kittens needing time to grow, pregnant or
nursing animals, dogs that need a little extra
attention, or a companion animal recovering
from an illness or injury. Hundreds of
animals have been given a second chance
thanks to the time and love given by their
foster families. Many foster families assist
with finding new homes for their foster-ling.
Those animals are included on our Website's
pet list. For more information contact our
Foster Care Program coordinator at the
BMHA 541-963-0807.
What a handsome senior our 8 year
old neutered male is! He has a sweet
gentle nature. Rambo is looking for a
forever family who will play and love
on him in return he will be your furrever loyal companion. Come into the
Animal Shelter and meet Rambo today. Labradors is
the most popular
breed of dog in the
US since 1991.
Typically, Labs are
athletic and love to
swim, play catch,
retrieve and are
good with young
children and the
elderly. The loyalty
and protection of a
good dog will warm
your heart on these
cold winter days.
Greg Barreto
Legacy Ford Lincoln Mercury Tony Grover, Greg Colozzi & Calvin Dykes
Barnes Diesel Power - Robert Barnes
Barnes Diesel Power - Pat O’Reilly
Jeff Anderson
Wright Electric - James Wright
R&H Inc. dba Hodgen Distributing
Red Cross United Drug, Inc. Bob & Sue Coulter
La Grande Grocery Outlet Randy & Michelle Wilson
Sonny & Mary Jane Johnson
Bowman Trucking, Inc. - Kim & Gloria Bowman
Union County Sheriff’s Reserve - Troy Pointer
Tyson Brooks
Dianna & Jerry Alam
Brian & Katy Spencer
Bert & Kathy Kirby
Robert Brooks Painting Contractor
Margaret & Will Keeney
Amie & Robert Breshears
Steven J. Joseph
Action Plumbing - Dave & Wendy Billings
Benchwarmer’s Pub & Grill - Matt Scarfo
Oregon Trail Trader Inc. - Les Henderson
Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning Scott & Bonita Fletcher
Kehr Chiropractic Clinic - Daniel & Maura Kehr
Eagle Carriage & Machine, Inc. Sam & Debi Baker
Laurence’s Auto Body & Paint Eric & Angela Laurence
Allan & Eva Breshears
Anthony & Kim Hilton
Fred & Sue Hawkins
Jeff Walker & Associates - Jeff & Melinda
Walker Union Sanitation Craig & Robin George
Bar C Outfitters - Rocky & Diana Campbell
Pacific Empire Radio Group Tony Calumet & Ray Creson
Crazy Woman Ranch - Cheryl Hagen
POS Furniture - John Sylvester
Barnes Diesel Power - Robert Barnes & Pat
O’Reilly Wallowa County Grain Growers Jeff Lathrop
Seydel, Lewis, Poe, Moeller & Gunderson, LLC
Edward Jones - Shawn Mangum
Legacy Ford Lincoln Mercury Tony Grover, Greg Colozzi & Calvin Dykes
Les Schwab Tire Center of La Grande Bob Butler
Frontier Communications
Laurence’s Auto Body & Paint, Inc. Eric & Angela Laurence
Bowman Trucking - Kim & Gloria Bowman
Jim Deal & Gail Seavert
Westslope Properties, Inc. - Steve McClelland
Forest Capital Partners, LLC - Joe Justice
Union Sanitation - Craig & Robin George
Benchwarmer’s Pub & Grill - Matt Scarfo
Jeff Walker & Associates Jeff & Melinda Walker
GlasSmith - Larry & Debra Smith
City Garbage Service – Ron, Darin & Jason
Larvik Mountain West Moving & Storage –
Craig & Kaiger Braseth
Blue Mountain Auto Parts - Monte Reed
J. Marsh Dear
Don Hair
D’Nails Hair & Tanning Salon - Danelle Wilson
Wildhorse Resort Casino - Tiah DeGrofft
RD Mac - Jay Collman
R&H Inc. dba Hodgen Distributing
Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Greg Davidson & Ted Craddock
All About You Salon - Teresa Moody
Union County Sheriff Office - Troy Pointer
Robert Brooks Painting Contractor
RPM Custom Milling Russell & Patricia Massingale
Kehr Chiropractic - Daniel, Maura,
Jason & Benedicte Kehr
Action Plumbing - Dave & Wendy Billings
Koza Family Dental Care - Steve Koza
Red Cross United Drug, Inc. Bob & Sue Coulter
John J. Howard & Associates - John Howard
Buffalo Peak Golf Course - Scott Marcum
Sorbenot’s Coffee - Jason Stone
Norco - Erik Gilstrap
Eastern Oregon Leather Company Shane Ulrich
Howell’s Café & Streamliner Lounge Mike Wylie
Fast Solutions - Anne Nilsson
Island Express Lube & Car Wash Dale Young & Mike Becker
Papa Murphy’s Pizza - Bob Hulden
Cheri’s Main Street Salon - Cheri Doren
Cock & Bull Villa Roma - Angie Arnson
P&D Services, LLC - Deb Owen
Fitzgerald Flowers - Julie Bodfish
Alley Barber & Hair Salon Caran Hamilton & Frank Tucori
Fuller Automotive - Dennis Fuller
La Grande Paint & Glass, Inc. - Jeff Stephens
Gilstrap Brothers Wine Co., LLC Warren Gilstrap
Goss Motors - Mark Goss & Tony Hamilton
Peacemakers Security - Lori & Shawn Wood
Sterling Savings Bank - Margaret Keeney
Brooke Roberts
Valley Insurance - Matt Pidcock
Tri County Equipment - Steve Wilcox
Service Master - Chris Taylor
Ron Kringlen Refrigeration LLC
Mountain Valley Therapy - Diane Warnock
La Grande Auto Repair - Joe Horst
T&T Heating - Todd & Troy Pointer
All American Chiropractic - Lance Shoemaker
Body Work for Horses - Emily Sharratt
Express Tech Services - Jason Fouts
Bear Mountain Pizza - Max Zollman
The Nickel
The Observer
Bronson Lumber Co. – Mace & Sheri Cadwell
JT’s Kustom Graphix - JT Thorne
541-963-2161
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