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A Morning Groaner!

The Power of Beer

A man is waiting for his wife to give birth.  The doctor comes in and informs the dad that his son was born without torso, arms or legs.  The son is just a head!  But the dad loves his son and raises him as well as he can, with love and compassion.

After 18 years, the son is now old enough for his first drink.  Dad takes him to the bar, tearfully tells the son he is proud of him and orders up the biggest, strongest drink for his boy.  With all the bar patrons looking on curiously and the bartender shaking his head in disbelief, the boy takes his first sip of alcohol.

Swoooosh!  Plop!!  A torso pops out!  The bar is dead silent; then bursts into whoops of joy.  The father, shocked, begs his son to drink again.  The patrons chant "Take another drink!"

The bartender continues to shake his head in dismay.  Swoooosh!  Plip!  Plop!!  Two arms pop out.

The bar goes wild.  The father, crying and wailing, begs his son to drink again.  The patrons chant, "Take another drink! Take another drink!!"  The bartender ignores the whole affair and goes back to polishing glasses, shaking his head, clearly unimpressed by the amazing scenes.

By now the boy is getting tipsy, but with his new hands he reaches down, grabs his drink and guzzles the last of it.  Plop!  Plip!!  Two legs pop out.  The bar is in chaos.

The father falls to his knees and tearfully thanks God.  The boy stands up on his new legs and stumbles to the left then staggers to the right through the front door, into the street, where a truck runs over him and kills him instantly the bar falls silent.

The father moans in grief.  The bartender sighs and says,

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(Wait for it)
 
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(It's coming)

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(Ya ready?)

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(Don't hate me)

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(Ya gonna hate me)

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(Take a deep breath)

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"He should've quit while he was a head!"     Head

 

Lucky :)

You Can Make A Difference........

There are times in this world that stepping up to the plate and doing the right thing is good.  Times like these you can really make a difference in someone's life.  You also get the side effect of really feeling great, a sense of accomplishment.  Then you have the other times.  The times when you maybe should've just left well enough alone.  Once upon a time.......

A Kansas cowboy appeared before St. Peter at the Pearly Gates.Mean Biker
"Have you ever done anything of particular merit?" St. Peter
asked.
"Well, I can think of one thing," the cowboy offered. "Once, on a
trip to the Black Hills out in South Dakota, I came upon a gang of
bikers, who were threatening a young woman. I directed them to leave
her alone, but they wouldn't listen. So, I approached the largest and
most heavily tattooed biker and smacked him in his face, kicked his bike
over, ripped out his nose ring, and threw it on the ground. I yelled,

"Now, back off!! Or I'll kick the #$%$)@ out of all of you!"



St. Peter was impressed, "When did this happen?"


"Just a couple minutes ago..."

 

 

Lucky :)

Lot 1, Shabonee Estates, Route 84, Rapids City, Illinois 61275

Shabonee Estates Rapids City Illinois by Lucky Lang qcfsbr.com

                    This beautiful building lot of 4.22 acres can be yours for only $135,000!!!

SHABONEE ESTATES IS THE AREA'S MOST DISTINCTIVE HOME DEVELOPMENT. THIS WOODED PRESERVE IS NESTLED ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER FEATURING 11 SECLUDED LOTS RANGING FROM 2.5 TO 5 ACRES, CITY WATER, 50 ACRE COMMON AREA W/PAVILIONS, TRAILS, POND, NATURAL WATERFALL & WILDLIFE. EXCLUSIVE BUILDER: MCMANUS DEVELOPMENT. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED LESS THAN 20 MIN FROM THE QC & 5 MIN FROM I-80. SOME LOTS, INCLUDING THIS ONE, HAVE A VIEW OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER!!!

        For information about this and other DAVENPORT, IOWA AREA REAL ESTATE contact:

                                   LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR®

                                      Lucky Lang, Realtor ®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

                    Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 325

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Putnam Museum Events

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Visit Putnam's Website!

 

Lucky Lang

Davenport, Iowa

Real Estate

Mel Foster Company

3211 E. 35th St. Ct.

Davenport, IA 52807

(563) 676-9031

(563) 823-2213

llang@melfosterco.com

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Culture Comes to Life! Mummies  The popular World Adventure Series takes on an Egyptian flair October 2! Presented by filmmaker Sandy Mortimer, Egypt: Of Pharaohs and Fables offers a first-hand glimpse into 21st century life in this beautiful country. Showtimes are 1:30pm, 4pm and 7pm. This film is also sponsored by Scott County Regional Authority.  Experience the culture for yourself in the Egyptian "souk" or marketplace -- where belly dancing, facepainting, food tasting bring Egypt to life in the Putnam's Grand Lobby. It's free and for all ages, 5-7pm.
Click here to download the 2007-2008 Schedule!  
Mad for Mummies! New IMAX film and exhibit open October 5!
 IMAX Film - Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs Walk back thousands of years to the wonders of ancient Egypt! A real-life Indiana Jones adventure complete with thieves and hidden treasure, and a modern day scientific journey to extract clues about the past. Sponsored by Scott County Regional Authority  EXHIBIT - B.J. & Mabel's Egyptian Adventure Go on an adventure with B.J. and Mabel Palmer as they explore Egypt through this interactive exhibit! Build a pyramid, write in hieroglyphs and learn how mummies were wrapped!
Putnam Explorers: Mummy Magic!
Sunday, October 7    1:30-3:30pmPutnam Explorers 

Mummy Magic

is the latest in the Putnam Explorers series! Curious about mummies? Questions about the pyramids? Mummify an apple, investigate how the pyramids were built and try your hand at hieroglyphics.

Putnam Explorers is a kids science and history club (ages 7-11) that brings learning to life! Cost: $5 (members) $8 (non-members) Register by Friday, October 5. 

 
Start saving your Wednesday Nights!
Everyone's a Critic begins October 10!  Think you've got what it takes to be a critic? Here's your chance! Join us six Wednesdays this fall for the wildly popular IMAX film series, beginning October 10. For $5, critics receive film, pop and popcorn, as well as the opportunity to rate the film! Tickets are first-come, first-served and go on sale at 5pm each Wednesday. Showtimes are 6pm and 7pm.  
Test your smarts at the Fall Trivia Night!  Grab your family and friends and join us for Putnam Trivia Night on Friday, October 12 at 7pm! Teams of eight are invited to test your smarts for cash prizes -- and bragging rights!  Cost is $10/per person or $80 for a team of eight, with cash prizes awarded to the top three teams. For more information or to make reservations, call (563) 324-1933, Ext. 258.  

Davenport Iowa Happenings: River Music Experience

New Exhibit Opening Sept. 24!  davenport iowa lucky lang qcfsbr.com

Sandra Dyas Iowa Musicians Exhibit & FREE Oct. Concert


"DOWN TO THE RIVER" - PORTRAITS OF IOWA MUSICIANS"


DyasRME Exhibit: Sept 24 - Nov. 9


River Music Experience will host a special exhibit of photos from Sandra Louise Dyas' book, "Down to the River - Portraits of Iowa Musicians," from Sept. 24th through Nov. 9th, during regular RME gallery hours.

 

davenport iowa Joe PriceOctober Redstone Room Show:


Oct. 20th, 8PM - David Zollo, Joe Price & The Pines:

 


A lecture and book-signing reception will be held in the Performance Hall at RME on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 5-8 pm, followed by a special concert event in the Redstone Room.

 

The concert will feature Joe Price, David Zollo, and The Pines - artists featured in the book, exhibit, and River Roots Live 2007! The "Down to the River" exhibit and all associated events on Oct. 20th will be open to the public, free of charge.


Support and funding for this project is provided by the Iowa Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

 

Click Here for the Full Exhibit Press Release

 

                     

                      For information about DAVENPORT, IOWA REAL ESTATE contact:

                                   LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR®

                                      Lucky Lang, Realtor ®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

                    Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 325

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HANDYMAN

Is the term, "Handyman" used in your area? handyman

Does anyone know where there has been legal action taken against the term used in advertisements?

A course I took several years ago warned us about using this term.  We were told it could be construed as discriminatory.  First, based upon "man" it infers that a woman would not be "Handy". 

Then people started using the term "Handy-person" and that was determined wrong because it infers that a disabled person who didn't have the physical ability to be "Handy" couldn't or shouldn't purchase the property.

The question arose as I just read a blog post whose first line was "Handy Man Special!!"  Alarms went off in my head as I reflected back to that course.

In our area, the term "Fixer-Upper" is used to describe a property that is run down and needs considerable work.

If the work is minor or cosmetic in nature, we generally use the phrase "needs TLC".

How about in your area?  What have you experienced?  Is "Handyman" a liability, or have the PC cops gone overboard? 

Lucky :)

2515 W. 60th Place, Davenport, Iowa 52806 - SOLD!!!

SOLD DAVENPORT IOWA REAL ESTATE BY LUCKY LANG QCFSBR.COM 

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This fantastic 3 bedroom 2 bath home with over 1,500 square feet finished can be yours for only $143,000!

The large two-car attached garage features extra storage area and automatic garage door opener!

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Updates include beautiful new oak trim, new six-panel solid oak doors, new solid oak floors in kitchen

and dining room, all new paint, new counter top, sink, faucet, and under cabinet lighting!

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Six-foot secure sliders walk-out to darling deck or just enjoy the sunny view from inside!

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New gas-log fireplace with convenient switch-on lighting in lovely living room with new carpeting!

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Really nice rec room in lower level has all new paint, new oak trim, and new carpeting!

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All new lower level Den/Office is the perfect home hideaway for your needs!

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The exterior has aluminum siding and deck allows convenient access to beautifully landscaped back yard!

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Enjoy your new home and rest easy with the TMI Home Warranty!

For information about this home and other DAVENPORT, IOWA REAL ESTATE contact:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 325

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Party This Saturday in Davenport, Iowa!!!

Skyline Newsletter
WQPT Brew Ha-Ha

BrewHaHa 
 

Music, Beer, Cheese & Comedy!

What
: WQPT Brew-HaHa


Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 15 1:00PM - 6:00PM


Where: LeClaire Park

Cost:  $20 in Advance - BUY TICKETS NOW   Taste hundreds of brews and cheeses plus enjoy outstanding entertainment and much more!  Come out and enjoy the fun on the banks of the Mississippi River!   Music from The Eugene Smiles Project & The Dorothy Heralds will be rocking your afternoon along with a great routine from Comedy Sportz. 

Don't miss this incredibly fun event, because it just keeps getting better every year!

Proceeds from WQPT's 2007 Brew Ha ha benefit WQPT - your public television station.  

Old Chicago & Bettendorf/Davenport Ramada Inn have teamed up to offer you a great weekend Brew-HaHa package & after-party! 

Click here for package & event details!

                      For information about DAVENPORT, IOWA REAL ESTATE contact:

                                   LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR®

                                      Lucky Lang, Realtor ®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

                    Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 325

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2419 Carey Avenue, Davenport, Iowa 52803 - Rented!!!

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This great 3 bedroom home has been completely remodeled and is just $114,900!!!

She has a brand new furnace and newer central air conditioning!

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The convenient kitchen looks fresh and new with it's new counter, sink, faucet, new wood flooring, and paint!

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All new windows, new locks, new back storm door, newly refinished oak floors, and all new paint to boot!

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All 3 bedrooms have new windows, new carpeting, and a beautiful new paint job!

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This gigantic garage is 24' x 24' with new service door, garage door opener, and plenty of off-street parking!

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The new back steps and concrete picnic patio add to the outdoor fun in the great yard!

Exterior features new shutters, new front porch rail, stucco finish with all new paint!

All together she brings you 1,278 square feet of beautifully finished living!

          For more information about this home and other DAVENPORT, IOWA REAL ESTATE contact:

                                   LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR®

                                      Lucky Lang, Realtor ®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

                    Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 325

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Iowa Market Report For September!

Quad Cities Favorite Realtor

Lucky Lang
September 2007
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Homeownership Is
Good For You


  Buying a home has gotten tougher in recent years, and finding affordable housing is an even greater endeavor, but the struggle is worth the effort.
      The National Housing Conference's Center For Housing Policy and Enterprise Community Partners, two housing advocacy groups, say more than just a roof over your head, homeownership with solid neighborhoods in the mix can enhance the lives of families and their children and improve their futures.
      A group of reports, "Vital Links: Housing's Contributions to the Nation's Health and Education Objectives" makes

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the case for affordable housing by revealing its benefits.
      In short, the reports say, homeownership is good for you in a number of ways, including:
Affordable housing is good for your
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What Is The Fed's Discount Rate And Does It Affect Housing?

     The Federal Reserve rate cut of last month failed to stop the bleeding in the U.S. stock market. That's because the Fed cut the "discount" rate, not the federal funds interest rate. What's the difference and how will housing be impacted?
      You won't find the answer on financial news sites. They talk in jargon. So here's a little lesson in American federal money flow management.
      The Federal Reserve is the bank of the federal government and the guardian of the U.S. economy, and as such, regulates monetary and credit policies such as buying and selling securities, setting the cost of credit (interest rates,) how much money is available to banks for borrowing, and how fast and at what rates the money has to be repaid. The idea behind the Federal Reserve is to keep things running smoothly, so banks that are members of the Fed are federally insured, which is reassuring to depositors like you and me. CONTINUED >>>




Selling Your Home in a Slumping Market

     When your local housing market is down and you have to sell, what do you do? You want top dollar, you may also need to sell in a hurry -- especially if moving day is right around the corner.
      In a tight housing market, remember that you are competing with all of the other homes for sale in your neighborhood. The key to success is to make your home and the deal itself more attractive than what the competition is offering without giving away too much.
      If you find yourself having to sell into a slow market, here are some tips to help you make your home more attractive and sweeten the deal to generate more interest in your home:
Price it to the market, don't be greedy. Most sellers tend to set the price too high, thinking their home is worth more than it really is. Check the sales prices of comparable homes that recently sold the asking prices of comparable homes that are currently for sale in your neighborhood.
Obtain an appraisal in advance, so you know what the house is officially worth (based on the appraiser's professional opinion).
Use a seasoned Realtor. Your Realtor has already experienced price wars in the housing market. According to the National Association of Realtors®, a CONTINUED >>>



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No More Dark Rooms:
How You Can See the Light


     There are times when most of us have walked through a home and thought this would be a great room if only it had more light.
      Leaving the dark side behind doesn't have to mean that you have to have a window that lets you see the light. There are plenty of times when a window to the outside either isn't possible or would still not reveal enough daylight. That's where Solatube International can literally shed some light.
      "It really looks like a light fixture, only it's sunlight," says Cynthia Sener, Director of Marketing for Solatube International.
      But don't confuse these devices with the more massive skylights. Instead, these dome-shaped products that sit atop homes direct light to specific areas inside.
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E-mail: llang@melfosterco.com
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563-676-9031

Mel Foster Company
563-823-2213
3211 E 35th St. Ct.
Davenport, IA 52807


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