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Basic Self Defense Moves

Katie — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 13:01:52 +0000

No one really wants to be in a situation where you have to defend yourself, but just in case the unthinkable happens, keep these Self Defense tips in mind.

1. Prevention Is the Best Self-Defense
Prevention is the best self-defense. Attackers, are looking for unsuspecting, vulnerable targets. So follow general safety tips like being aware of your surroundings, only walking and parking in well-lit areas, keeping your keys in hand as you approach your door or car, varying your route and times of travel, and other personal security precautions.

2. Get Loud

As soon as you know escape isn’t possible or the attacker touches you, yell as loud as you can. Use the phrases “Get Back”, “Leave Me Alone”, “No” or any other short phrase to show the attacker you are not easy prey. This will not only show your attacker you are not an easy target, but it will also alert people in the area you need help. This does two things: it signals for help and it lets the attacker know you’re not an easy target.

3. When walking to your car, home, apartment

Keep your keys in your hand. They can be used as a weapon if need be, but you will also be able to get into your car (or home) faster. While we do not like to expect something to happen to us, it is better to be safe than sorry.

4. Where to hit

If being attacked and you have to hit, here are several areas of the body that might work. The throat, solar plexus (right below the middle of the chest), between the eyebrows, the groin, the eyes, and the shins. While it cannot be predicted which part of the body, if when hit, might cause your attacker to stop, the point is, these are all spots on the body that may hurt when hit. You do everything in your power to cause the attacker to stop, so you have a chance to get away.

5. How to hit

Depending on the position of the attacker, how close the attacker is will depend on how to him him. DO NOT STEP CLOSER TO THE ATTACKER. If the attacker is farther away kick (or run if you can get away). If the attacker is closer to you, use a closed fist (thumb outside your fist to avoid breaking it), palm of hand, elbow, knee, or any part of your body that you can put strength behind.

The point is, prepare yourself in advance, because unfortunately these things can and do happen. And then, if you are attacked do what you HAVE TO DO to get away. This list is not meant to save you or anyone that is being attacked. It is provided for informational purposes only. If you would like training or more self defense instructions, it is suggested you take a self defense class in your area.

O’Connor Insurance Sponsor of Highland Creek Pool Party

Katie — Fri, 31 May 2013 20:23:30 +0000

O’Connor Insurance is one of the sponsors for this Sunday’s Pool Party. Highland Creek Residents are invited to attend! Please bring a non-parishable food and join in some fun….There will be a bounce house, corn hole tournament, ipad mini giveaway, food & fun!

O’Connor Insurance Celebrates….

Katie — Tue, 28 May 2013 20:09:04 +0000

Congratulations, Pirates, for taking 2nd place in the Pinto 1 division of Mallard Creek Optimist Club. You had a terrific season and ISU O’Connor Insurance is proud to have sponsored you all!

Charlotte Area Farmer’s Markets

Katie — Tue, 28 May 2013 00:32:21 +0000

Listed below is just a small list of the Farmer’s Markets in Charlotte and the surrounding areas.

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
This is the Charlotte area’s largest market. March – September: Tuesday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. May – August Sunday 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. October – February Tuesday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: 1801 Yorkmont Rd. Charlotte, NC 28266			View Larger Map
Huntersville Farmers Market
June through October Tuesday and Saturday 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: 103 Maxwell St. Huntersville, NC 28078			View Larger Map
Davidson Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 am – 12 Noon Location: Next to Town Hall between Main & Jackson Streets in Davidson			View Larger Map

Cabarrus County Farmer’s Markets
Dates and Times: Monday 4 pm-7 pm, May – September (Located next to old restored post office on Robinson Church Road, Harrisburg.) Tuesday & Saturday 8 am- 12 Noon April – October (Located corner of 518 Winecoff School Road and Orphanage Road.) Wednesday 11 am-1 pm June – October (Located corner of Ashwood Street & Cabarrus Avenue-East, Concord)			View Larger Map
King’s Drive Farmers Market
April – October Tuesday and Friday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: S. Kings Dr. and E. Morehead St. Charlotte, NC 28207			View Larger Map
Matthews Community Farmers Market
Saturday 7:15 a.m. to Noon (Rain or Shine) Wednesday 10 a.m. to Noon Location: 105 N. Trade St. Matthews, NC 28105			View Larger Map
Mecklenburg County Market
Wednesday and Saturday 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: 1515 Harding Place Charlotte, NC 28204			View Larger Map
Mint Hill Farmers Market
Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227			View Larger Map

Quotes About Courage

Katie — Mon, 27 May 2013 19:39:39 +0000

Easy Tuna Salad Recipe

Katie — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:52:24 +0000

Easy Tuna Salad Recipe

Author: Katie C.

Recipe type: Main

Easy and Yummy Tuna Salad Recipe!

Ingredients

1 (7 ounce) can white tuna, drained
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
⅛ teaspoon minced onion flakes
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 pinch garlic powder

Instructions

In a bowl, stir together the tuna, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and onion flakes.
Then add the parsley, dill and garlic powder.
Mix well.
Serve on lettuce, with crackers or as a sandwich.

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Easy and Yummy Tuna Salad Recipe!

What is Memorial Day?

Katie — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:12:07 +0000

When you hear ‘Memorial Day’ what is the first thing that pops into your head? Vacation day? Three day weekend? Barbecue? But do you really know what Memorial Day is? Memorial Day, also called Decoration Day, is a day set aside to honor those who died in service to our country.

Veterans Memorial
King, NC

On May 5, 1868, three years after the Civil War ended, General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic declared Decoration Day (Memorial Day) as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of those who died serving during the Civil War with flowers and should be observed on May 30. On May 30, 1868, flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. On that day, approximately 5,000 people attended the ceremony, about the same amount that attend the event today.
By the end of the 19th century, Memorial Day ceremonies were being held on May 30 throughout the nation. State legislatures passed proclamations designating the day, and the Army and Navy adopted regulations for proper observance at their facilities.

However, it was not until after World War I, that the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress. It was then changed to be observed on the last Monday in May.

Poppies & Memorial Day

During WWI, John McCrae, a Canadian who enlisted to help the allies, wrote the poem “In Flanders Field”. The poem was published in Punch magazine and by 1918 the poem was well known throughout the allied world. Moina Michael, an American woman, wrote these lines in reply:

We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies

She then adopted the custom of wearing a red poppy in memory of the sacrifices of war and also as a symbol of keeping the faith.

A French women, Madam Guerin, learned of the custom and when she returned to France she made artificial red poppies and sold them to raise money to benefit the women and children in war torn areas of France. This tradition spread to Canada, The United States and Australia and is still followed today. The money collected from the sale of poppies goes to fund various veterans programs. In 1948 the U.S. Post Office honored Moina Michael for her role in founding the National Poppy movement by issuing a red 3 cent postage stamp with her likeness on it.

National Moment of Remembrance

In December 2000, Congress passed and President Clinton signed into law, “The National Moment of Remembrance Act,” to ensure the sacrifices of America ’s fallen heroes are never forgotten. The Act also created the White House Commission that’s purpose is to “encourage the people of the United States to give something back to their country, which provides them so much freedom and opportunity” by encouraging and coordinating commemorations in the United States on Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance.
The National Moment of Remembrance encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation.

Will you pause at 3:00 p.m. on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who died in service to our nation?

Memorial Day Weekend Events in Charlotte and Surrounding Areas