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Bed, Bath & Beyond

September 10th, 2010

Working with wedding registries can get pretty frustrating. Bed, Bath & Beyond is just as frustrating as any other registry. Shopping off a registry is more frustrating than making one. Although they me you a paper with a bar-code of the item, the section of the store that they are located, and even a picture of many of the things, I still managed to be completely confused on where to find the right items. Shopping off a registry reminds me of being a child on a scavenger hunt. I always came in last in scavenger hunts, which is probably my issue. I did find, however that the website registry is much easier to use.

Bed, Bath & Beyond is a great place to register for a wedding. It has a great verity of all your house needs and wants. Not only does the store carry all you cooking needs, but they also sale paintings, mirrors, rugs and all different wall décor. They have all you need for each room in your house. The great thing about registering at Bed, Bath & Beyond is that they have great ideas for bigger gifts and they have great gifts for a cheaper price. They also have free gift wrapping for all size presents.

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When you are registering for your new home sometimes it is easy to over look some of the small important things. Like trash cans, scissors, office supplies, and small kitchen appliances. I recommend finding a wedding registry check list before going to the store. You most likely will end up with eight sets f silver wear or five toasters, because people forget to tell the cahier to take the item off your registry. If you are making a registry at more than one store, there is not reason to register for three toasters at one store and two at the other. Just pick the toaster, or microwave, or towel set that you like the most. You can create a Bed, Bath & Beyond registry online, which seems easier because you can see what you have already put on your list. Registering for your new home should not be a stressful or frustrating experience, have fun picking out gifts that you want people to buy you.

Bed, Bath & Beyond is definitely one of the best places in Tyler for a wedding registry. I just hope that your family and friends has an easier time finding the registry items than I did.

The Caldwell Zoo, A Worthy Source Of Pride In East Texas

January 12th, 2010

Elephant at the Tyler zoo
The Caldwell Zoo first opened in 1953. Admission was free in those days and attractions included a lion and a chimpanzee. Over the years more animals like elephants and giraffes were added, along with the necessary facilities. In 1983 a section devoted to native species was developed, and in successive years many new animals and habitats followed. Today the zoo encompasses eighty five acres and over two thousand animals.

The zoo is currently divided into four sections, namely: the African, North American, South American, and the Fish and Reptile sections. The African section features lions, elephants, giraffes and many others. The Chakula Café overlooks much of the African section. Visitors can enjoy lunch beneath the thatched roof while watching the zebras and the antelopes graze in the field below. This is a wonderful spot to relax and cool off.

The North American section features native species like the cougar, the bald eagle, the bison and everyone’s favorite the otter. Guests can stroll the boardwalk over the small river and spend a few moments feeding the water foul.

The South American section contains some stunningly beautiful birds as well as the ever popular monkeys. The aquarium containing fish and reptiles is wonderful. The color and variety are striking. Not to be taken for granted on a hot summer day is the fact that the aquarium is cool and dark. The fact is, every section in the zoo has its highlights, and I’m probably leaving out some wonderful exhibits.

The Caldwell Zoo in Tyler offers a number of excellent educational programs, including: day camps, scavenger hunts, and classes for scouts and homeschoolers. There is also a petting zoo where youngsters can play with the goats.

Unfortunately the zoo is no longer free. That policy changed years ago when it underwent an expansion. However, considering the improvements over the years the cost is more than worth the return. Today, the Caldwell Zoo remains one of Tyler’s jewels, worthy of a much larger city. As time goes by it will certainly remain a source of pride for East Texans. For more information see their website at www.caldwellzoo.org.