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So, we have new signs in our Fox 26 restrooms, reminding us the importance of washing our hands for 20-seconds!  Of course, as a Medical Reporter, I'm thrilled... :)

However, when's the last time you saw someone, who washed their hands that long?  Go ahead, count to 20.  It's a long time!  Some studies show it's useless to wash them any LESS time than that.

So, 'fess up - do you scrub-a-roo for 20? 

How can it be??? A man actually flew on his lawn chair w/ helium-filled balloons from Oregon to Idaho.... 200-miles!  How fun is that?   They're just big ole party balloons.  Can you believe it?

The guy sounds like a hoot --- his wife called him "crazy" before he did it and admits, there's never been a dull moment, since she married him.  :)

He took his b-b gun along, of all things,  to shoot down the balloons, so he wouldn't fly too high, and then to help land his contraption.

So tell me, what's the craziest thing either YOU or YOUR "significant other" has ever done?   

So, my oldest lil' guy just turned 4, and I've really been encouraging independence.  WHOA!  Be oh-so careful what you ask for!   Drum roll....

We're at a local hospital visiting a friend, when Zach decides he's WAY too old to go in the ladie's room with his mother (moi).  So, he insists on going into the men's room - OR ELSE (for the 1st time alone).  All I can think is - "There's NO WAY I'm sending a freshly turned 4-year old child into a HUGE MEN's room alone". 

A sweet nurse hears the battle... and actually gets a security guard to go into the men's room with him.

SO - what did that teach him?  NOW everywhere we go in public - he says, "Well, just go get me a policeman - one with a gun - & I'll be okay". 

YIKES - like that's going to happen!   What's a loving  parent to do?

Lately, I can't seem to shake my dreams ALL DAY, b/c they are still so vivid, from the night before.  

Do you remember your dreams?  Do they affect your days?

Do you dream in color or black 'n white?

Have you ever dreamed anything CRAZY about a co-worker, etc., who you're not supposed to dream about?  tee hee

Fast food joints are doing better than ever - b/c more people are skipping the joys of fine dining.

When you're at the drive-thru... do you always "special order" --- no onions, no mayo, etc... or do you order AS  IS?!

Come on, tell me your beef...   '-) 

What are you afraid to tell?

Your age?

Your weight?

A tragedy in your life?

At last... a Children's Museum in Sugar Land.  They just opened a "satelitte Discovery Center" in the Town Square... at least for the next 2-months... and they're working toward making a permanent display somewhere in S.L.  I got to cover the "ribbon cutting" this morning... Here's a look at all the activities. 

Mayor David Wallace makes the cut!  :)

Kids & Moms at play!

My boys, in full face paint, at play (front left)

So, now that kids have more to do in "the Land of Sugar"... what's missing in your neighborhood?

Usually driving down lovely Highway 59... heading to Fox 26.... something will just "pop" into my mind about what I want to share with our blogging community & to see if I can get your take on it.

What sparks your topics?  Do you find you mostly write about your passions?  About something that drives you bananas?  What "lights" your writing fire?

The big night has come 'n gone... now we'll find out Wednesday... in the BATTLE OF THE DAVID'S.... who will be the next American Idol!

Are you voting for "Archie", as Ryan nick-named him tonight?  or "Cookie?"    ;)

    An incredible legacy.  That's what my grandparents are.  They've been married almost 75-years.  Their love goes deeper than anything I've ever witnessed.  Unfortunately, in their mid 90's, they're now both suffering from terminal illnesses. 

     I grew up a few miles from them, and still talk to them everyday, so these roots run very deep.  Now, I try to spend as much time as possible with them, but saying good-bye and walking away each time is so difficult, because I fear it's the last time I'll look back into those precious eyes. 

    Have you ever had to deal with something like this?  My friends remind me they've lived long lives & are blessed, and I agree - but that means they were here on Earth even longer, for me to get closer to them.

     How do you cope with a difficult situation, like this? 

We covered a health story on how breast augmentations have increased 900% in the last 15-years. We also followed a woman, from Brazil, who now lives in Houston. She's famous in her country for having the largest implants.

Many people base their opinions on people, on how they look, or how they dress. I was amazed that this blonde bombshell has an incredibly kind soul and dedicates all of her spare time, volunteering in the community... and has a special interest in raising money, to help children in need.

She says people like big boats, big houses... she likes big implants.

How do you feel about that? Add a comment below.

In case you missed the report, watch the video and view before and after photos.

If you have a fear of snakes or things QUITE out of the ordinary... please don't look at this picture!

If you have no fear... scroll on  down...  

Okay, so while "googling" snakes for my 3-year old for his pure entertainment - we ran across this story.  This man tried to enter the Guinness Book of World Records by feeding two live grass snake into his nose, then let them slip 'n slide out his mouth.   We're sure to have nightmares tonight.  '-)  

Is there anything CRAZY you'd try, to enter the GBWW?

Check this out-

(AP) -- A governor in northern Saudi Arabia has ordered authorities to punish men who flirt with women in public places -- by cutting their hair.

How do you think men would be punished here, in the states? 

Skip a treat... start exercising a little more? 

We're challenging our viewers/bloggers to join us over the next month to take 1-simple step, toward a healthier lifestyle. 

Then, we'll check up on you, the end of May!!!!  (Please let me know if YOU'D like our cameras to follow up with your progress.)   

I'm struggling with what bad habit to drop.  I just HAVE to have my Snicker's bar, when I'm all stressed out.  Hmmm?  Maybe I'll add a day of exercise, each week?

What can you do?