Having a story on about an 18 year old girl whose dream is to walk down a runway may not sound like a great story, but what if I told you Madeline Stuart has Down’s Syndrome and she’ll be walking the runway at this year’s “New York Fashion Week”.  Her dream was to be a model and change society’s view of people with Down’s.

Sheila Says: Madeline, I’ll be watching for you & cheering!!

Lady Lilith is a 3 year old Chihuahua. She is very loving and could be your favorite new lap dog. Adopt her today at the Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter from Noon to 6 Monday – Saturday.

Thanks to Bobbie Abell with Mannah’s Hanah Riding Center for coming in on the morning show to talk about this year’s Denim and Dazzle show.

Mustard Seed Ranch is a Christian ministry serving children who have been neglected, abused, orphaned or are in need of a loving family environment. One of their biggest events is Jake’s Day. It’s happening this Saturday, August 15th.  Everyone is invited to this event. There will be over 20 different activities & meet “Jake” in person as well! Activities start at 8 30 and the first 500 kids through get one of these cool NWTF Mossy Oak hats! Free hot dog lunch will be provided, too! They’re located at 4955 Kuykendall Rd in Cookeville.

Sheila Says: Do you like my hat? Be one of the first kids to go to Jake’s Day and get one FREE!!

For the second time, the United States post office has put The King on a stamp. The Music Icons: Elvis Presley Commemorative Forever Stamp, features a black-and-white image from 1955. There was a midnight purchase party over night outside the gates of Graceland, with people from all over the world there to purchase the stamps. The first page of stamps went to a lady from Memphis (in the red shirt pictured below). She was excited to be able to buy the first ones.  There was also an unveiling this morning at Graceland with Priscilla Presley there with Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan for the First-Day-of-Issue Dedication Ceremony. The stamp is available now at your local post office.

Sheila Says: TCB Graceland

(Screen shots from Graceland’s live stream on Periscope)

Elvis Presley’s private nurse, Letetia Henley Kirk, is writing a book about her life working for him. She lived at Graceland with her husband and 2 daughters. She also traveled with Elvis on tour. The book is titled, “Taking care of Elvis — Memories with Elvis as his private nurse and friend.”  For nearly 40 years, she kept silent about her years with Presley. But Kirk said she changed her mind after a friend convinced her to attend an event during Elvis Week last August in Memphis. The 160-page, soft-cover book sells for $30. You can receive one by mail for $36.50. Contact Kirk at 901-491-8406 or by e-mail at tishsupernurse@gmail.com.

Melissa Gilbert, who once played Half Pint on Little House On The Prairie is running for Congress as a Democrat in Michigan’s 8th district. She said she’s doing it “to make life a little easier for all the families who feel they have fallen through the cracks in today’s economy.” She added, “I believe building a new economy is a team effort, and we need to bring fresh voices to the table to get the job done.” Melissa was the president of the Screen Actors Guild from 2001 to 2005.

Sheila Says: I just miss Little House 🙁

Most of us tell a little white lie at some point, but here’s a list of the top 5 lies men and women tell.

For women

1.  “Nothing’s wrong, I’m fine.”
2.  “This isn’t new, I’ve had it forever.”
3.  “It wasn’t that expensive.”
4.  “It was on sale.”  That’s three in a row that are shopping related.
5.  “I’m on my way.”

men

1.  “Nothing’s wrong, I’m fine.”
2.  “This will be my last drink.”
3.  “No, your butt doesn’t look big in that.”
4.  “I didn’t have cell phone service.”
5.  “My battery died.”

Clark Gable is a 10 month old cat who is still growing. This tuxedo kitty loves to explore his surroundings, play and be petted. He will show you he loves it with his loud purring. Adopt him at the Cookeville/Putnam County Shelter.

In the fall, pumpkin spice is always popular. This year the craze is already starting. The marshmallow peeps makers are making pumpkin

spice peeps and they’ll be on sale this month. You can also look forward to caramel apple and candy corn peeps.