Sunday, the 18th was Northside’s 19th year to host 9-1-1 Sunday where they honor the First Responders in the community. It actually was pretty cool. They had emergency vehicles spread out over the church parking lot with police and firemen milling about to talk with you and answer any questions.
Wade was THRILLED since they had some of his favorite things all together in one place! There were firetrucks and motorcycles, police dogs and police boats, hazardous material equipment just like on Hurt Locker, a Tank and even a H-E-L-I-C-O-P-T-E-R! Way cool!
He was saying cheese, but just not looking at me!
Haylee and Aubrey
Even the “big boy” in the family enjoyed it! :) He was especially interested in the helicopter ( his secret love) and the motorcycles which according to the policemen went 0-160 mph in something like less than 10 seconds. What “boy” wouldn’t love that??
It’s funny to see how much more Wade enjoyed it this year than last year… The older they get the more they can actually appreciate. I love it when his face lights up when he’s excited! :)
He looked down over the edge when I asked him where the water was. :)
Having a blast on the boat!
The First Responders stayed for the morning service and were treated to lunch on campus as well. Our Pastor actually preached out of Psalm 91:1… Get it?? I thought that was a pretty nifty tie in…
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
He pointed out that God is the ultimate refuge that we run to in our times of peril similar to how we run to the these personnel in the midst of a physical emergency.
The ultimate 911… Psalm 91:1.
Here’s some pics from Charlotte Observer from the day…
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The method of tile cleaning will depend more on the tile type.
However there are couple of things to be followed to
add the sheen and glow of the tiles.
Do the regular floor cleaning
Clean the spills as soon as they occur
It is very crucial to clean dirt and water too as soon as they are split to prevent the stains.
Place a doormat which helps in reduction of mud or dirt entering through
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and grout cleaning process, types of tiles are as follow –
Ceramic
Porcelain
Stone
Porcelain Tile cleaning
Porcelain tiles maintenance is not difficult if the surface is cleaned regularly.
The surface can be vacuum cleaned every day or just sweep it.
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One can make it at home by mixing vinegar and water.
Ceramic Tile Cleaning
The rule is followed here as well; remove the dirt as soon as possible.
Vacuum clean the tiles every day or a simple broom can be used.
Plain water or the special ceramic tile cleaners
can be used for the wet mopping.
Stone Tile Cleaning
One need to be careful while cleaning the tiles made of stones as they are natural minerals.
Never use harsh floor cleaners. Sweep or vacuum clean. After using any floor cleaner use a dry mop to soak any type of liquid residue.
Grout Cleaning
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