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A Welcome from James
Say hello to Mr. James K McLaurin
October comes from the Latin word octo, meaning "eight," because it was the eighth month in the early Roman calendar before January and February were added.
October colors are defined by the transition of autumn foliage, the celebration of the harvest, and the spooky aesthetics of Halloween. The dominant palette leans heavily on rich, warm tones alongside deep, seasonal contrasting hues.
I guess by now you have noticed that our site has had a makeover. By no means did I have the intention of doing this at this time. My new personal assistant "Kato" has been helping me with lots of things on a daily basis and because of him, we have a new look. We are a long way from finish, but we've had a good start. One of the goals was to make it easier for you to navigate the entire site. We are still working on it. I will formally introduce Kato in this month's issue.
We have only 25 days before the Mid-Terms. Without a doubt this general election will be one of the most important tasks for all Americans and I suspect it will bring about history in the making, not just for the United State of America, but for the entire planet. Things are real bad in our country and your vote can help right this sinking ship.
Once again if you choose not to exercise one of the most important RIGHTS you have as a citizen in a free democratic society, then I say unto you, if the current administration is not stopped at this juncture, bend over and take it like a man because the ream job is going to be a lot more!
DO THE RIGHT THING AND GET YOUR ARSE TO THE POLLS! VOTE VOTE VOTE!!!
Everything You Need to Vote
Make a plan to vote: Check your registration status. Know the rules in your state for early voting, voting by mail, and in-person voting on Election Day. Find your polling place or drop box and check the hours.
Vote with confidence: Federal efforts to interfere with the voting process have failed.
On Election Day (Tuesday, November 3), if you are still in line when your polling location closes, stay in line. You’re entitled to vote under state law.
Family Trivia
Trivia Rules
- First correct answer gets a $10.00 cash reward for a free lunch compliments of MCSYD.
- Family member has only one try.
- Names have to be correctly spelled.
- Dates have to be exact.
- If the question has multi-parts, you must answer all parts correctly.
- You must have an active cash app account in order to receive your free lunch immediately!
- Email your answer to James K McLaurin: smartmouse@comcast.net or text me: 281-352-9702
- If your answer is correct and you were the first one, I will need your email address, or text message phone number, and your $cashtag to reply to you.
BONUS QUESTION RULES: If you answer the bonus question correctly, MCSYD will throw you $5.00 more dollars for your tip for lunch, or maybe you want to buy an extra side.
G O O D L U C K !!!
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Answers to August trivia questions
August Family Trivia Questions
Follow all game rules listed in the above section.
Do you know all of the answers to this month family trivia questions?
1. What occasion does the picture depict?
Answer: James Booker birthday party.
2. Where did it take place?
Answer: Bay Shore, N.Y.
3. What decade did it take place in?
Answer: 1950"s
4. Who are the family members in the picture?
Answer: James K McLaurin and his sister Karen Brown
BONUS QUESTION: Can you name the owner's of the house?
Answer: Poppy and Mommy Guest on Perkal Street in Bay Shore, N.Y.
Remember: All of the questions must be answered correctly. Good Luck MCSYD family! Do come back next month to learn about these family members.
September Family trivia questions
September Family Trivia Questions
Follow all game rules listed in the above section.
1. Who are the family members shown in the picture?
2. Where did it take place?
3. What was the event they attended?
4. How old is the guy in yellow today?
5. How old is the guy in dark blue today?
BONUS QUESTION: Who are the grandparents of the guy in yellow related to the McLaurin's?
Remember: All of the questions must be answered correctly. Good Luck MCSYD family! Do come back next month to learn about these family members.
Mystery Images
Mystery Image For August
If you said "Joie Lee", sister of Spike Lee, who played his sister " Jade", in "Do The Right Thing" in 1989 made many films directed by her brother. She has appeared in many of the films directed by her brother, Spike Lee, including She's Gotta Have It (1986), School Daze (1988), Do the Right Thing (1989), and Mo' Better Blues (1990). She also co-wrote and produced the film Crooklyn (1994).[2] A movie without her brother's involvement she appears in is A Kiss Before Dying (1991).
Mystery Image For September 2026
Okay MCSYD family and friends. Do you know this mystery image? Not easy! Use your skills!
Here's what the Kennedy's have to say!
AI is actually getting this right
Get to the polls people. Check out the number of days left above on our poll counter. it's your turn to "DO THE RIGHT THING!"
My New York Visit September 2026 | tap image to read caption for each image
My Cleveland Visit September 2026 - tap image to read caption
Cousin Madison Williams King shares with us - tap image to read caption
This Month In History (October 2026)
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"
1908: Called America's other national anthem,
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game" becomes a bestselling hit. It is now an MLB tradition for fans to sing the song during the seventh inning stretch.
The Lincoln Highway
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"
1913: The Lincoln Highway, the country's first coast-to-coast roadway, is formally dedicated. 14-minute silent feature.
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
1950: American novelist William Faulkner wins the 1949 Nobel Prize in literature.
Guggenheim opens in New York City
Guggenheim opens in New York City
William Faulkner wins Nobel Prize
1959: Thousands line up for the opening of the Guggenheim in New York City. The modern art museum's unique spiral shape was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Epcot theme park opens
Guggenheim opens in New York City
John Glenn returns to space
1982: At Florida's Wait Disney World, the Epcot theme park opens and features attractions that celebrate technological innovations and world cultures.
John Glenn returns to space
Guggenheim opens in New York City
John Glenn returns to space
1998: The first American to orbit the Earth, John Glenn returns to space aboard the shuttle Discovery.
The U.S. population reaches 300 million.
"No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series,
"No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series,
2006: The U.S. population reaches 300 million.
"No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series,
"No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series,
"No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series,
2021: "No Time to Die," the 25th film in the "official' James Bond series, premieres in the U.S.
Church with cousin Bruce McLaurin
Pastor Bruce McLaurin welcomes you to sit in on Sundays at First Baptist Church of South Euclid, Cleveland , Ohio. Yes, he's one of our very own. Sunday 09/27/26
"Walk on Purpose” The preacher of the hour is Pastor Bruce McLaurin.