Saturday, June 15, 2013

Happy Father’s Day Weekend to All the Dads, Grand Dads & Great Grand Dads..

Personally, I think there is a definite difference between a DAD and a FATHER (this doesn't apply to our heavenly father of course!!)

To some, using the phrase dad and/or father are one in the same, but to me they are very different.  I've heard it said that just about any man can become a father, but it takes a very special man to earn the title of dad, and I agree whole heartedly...  After all, we all have known FATHERS who earned that title from a biological standpoint only…but DADS – well that’s a very different story.  

To me, a dad, is a very special title given to someone who is there for their children (biological or not), who not only watch over their children but enjoy actively participating in their lives…  A dad’s arm are always ready to hold their children, they are ready to dry their tears, calm their fears and dad’s smile widely at each and every accomplishment..  Dads are cheerleaders, teachers, protectors and providers – but most of all they have hearts as big as all outdoors and are so proud that they've earned the most important title of their life, and that is being called “DAD”!!

So to all the wonderful dads, grand dads and great granddads out there – celebrate your title this weekend – special thanks and congratulations for being such special people and for opening your hearts to your families…...   .

Happy Father's Day
(Author Unknown)

A Dad is a person who is loving and kind,
And often he knows, what you have on your mind.

He's someone who listens, suggests, and defends
A dad can be one of your very best friends!

He's proud of your triumphs, but when things go wrong
A dad can be patient and helpful and strong.

In all that you do, a dad's love plays a part
There's always a place for him, deep in your heart.

And each year that passes, You're even more glad,
More grateful and proud, just to call him your dad!

Thank you, Dad.
for listening and caring, for giving and sharing
and especially, for just being you!


Happy Father's Day

Monday, June 3, 2013

Windows 8 - How to set a printer as your “default” printer..

In earlier versions of the Windows Operating Systems (XP-Vista-7) we simply went to start – control panel – devices and printers and then right clicked on the printer we wanted as our default printer.  Setting a printer as a default printer, means each time we give the print command, our “default” printer is the one that the computer will choose…

In Windows 8 it is a little different and I must admit it took me awhile to figure it out, but it is basically the same as earlier versions…(minus the start menu of course)
  • Press the Windows Key to go to the Start Screen (With all the windows 8 tiles)
  • Now, move your mouse to the far lower right until a list of “5” icons appear
  • Move the mouse up this lit (which Microsoft calls the Windows 8 Charm Bar – the icons from top to bottom are Search, Share, Start, Devices & Settings – and these names will appear as your mouse hovers over each icon)
  • Now Click Search
  • When the action list appears (right side of your screen) Type Control Panel in the search box at the top
  • When you do Control Panel will appear on the left side of your monitor, click on it
  • Then click Devices & Printers (same list you saw in earlier versions of Windows appears)
  • When you see the printer you want as your default printer, hover your mouse over it, right click and choose “Set as Default Printer” from the action list