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Saturday, May 5, 2007

Encyclocentral

There is a website called Encyclocentral.com, that provides unique, original and informative "How To" content that is great when you want information on new technology in the computer area.
HP products are listed with descriptions to help you with your choices. This particular page lists everything from HP laptops to staple machines. Encyclocentral.com authorizes you to view, download, and interact with materials, services, and forums on their website. They also offer information and products in the auto and food industries as well as many others. Check out their website to see all of the categories. There are also archives where you might find information for what you are researching. I am finding tons of info on pets and animals. This category includes things about animals in movies all the way to animal Halloween costumes! You will be amazed at the information you will find. Register for an account and start using this great resource.

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Making Money from Loans

I am fully aware of how good student loans are. Without them our kids could not have attended college. We have only had good things to say about Sallie Mae and the private banks and lending companies we have dealt with. Their information is always easy to understand and if we had or have questions, their customer service departments have always been able to help us.

There is a disturbing allegation going around about student loans. The allegation is that colleges are receiving kickbacks from the student loan companies. Officials of colleges are said to hold stock in the parent companies of lenders that they recommend to students. That is definitely a no no. Congress is investigating and if found to be true the college officials may be the cause of some big changes in student loan lending.

Friday, May 4, 2007

Feeling Better

You know, one of the many reasons that I hate to stay in a hotel is because of the air circulation. I either get a cold or my head clogs up every time we stay away from home. At home we have a whole house dehumidifier. If you have problems with excess humidity in several rooms, then you may want to consider a whole house dehumidifier like we have. You may find that a small and portable one is all you need. We had problems with moisture running down our windows so we searched the Internet and found Dehumidifier Tips dot com. The dehumidifiers has also solved a lot of problems with my allergies. There are less problems with mold, mildew and dust mites when running a dehumidifier. For an explanation of how they work, go to Dehumidifier Tips dot com. They have a lot of valuable information that includes what size dehumidifier would work best in your home. Your health will be better when you decide to start using one. I can speak from experience on that subject.

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Yummy Dinner

Ah...we made it home. We stopped in Indianapolis and tried to eat at The Spaghetti Factory. They had an hour and a half wait. This was at 7 pm and hubby already had a headache. We had to get something substantial to eat. We crossed the street and got seated immediately at Smokey Bones. OMG! It was so good. I got ribs of course. They were fall off the bone good. I am stuffed and ready for a good nites sleep.

Win an Ipod

While searching the net I found where iPodSweepstakes.com gives away a free iPod every single day! There’s nothing to buy, no credit card needed and no referrals required. 100% free. I am spreading the word about iPodSweepstakes.com! Holy cow! What a great prize!Get a Free iPod from iPodSweepstakes.com Now! Gulfstream Internet has been in business for 7 years and owns 6 rewards sites. They have given away more than 3,000 free iPods so far. Don't you want to be the next recipient? I am going, right now, to sign up for this sweepstakes. I've actually been pretty lucky. I've won a stereo and a tv recently. I hope my luck works for this.

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I'm being sensored

Oh my goodness this is so funny. We got this new car and while hubby and I are sitting here waiting for Greg, Hubby is reading the manual to the car. We are wondering what this sensor is for. It regulates temperature by the two bodies in the front two seats. Waaahhhh????

The Amazing Bonsai


One year, when I was about 10 years old, I got a bonsai tree for Christmas. I was in love! They are an amazing tree and learning to nurture the tree is a great hobby. The bonsai tree takes specific care. I found a website that has so many articles that I am going to be engrossed with my nose in this laptop! He has written a book and I cannot wait to get my hands on it. He has information about the hobby that include individual, species-specific tree care
guides
, a free bonsai email course, and more. This is right up my alley.

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Thursday, May 3, 2007

Can't Sit here any more

My husband whisked his butt out of here to see how the fishing was at a lake nearby. There are only a few hours until darkness sets upon us so he was in a hurry. I couldn't go because I have so much stuff thrown around this house. Mother inlaw is working for me tomorrow and I just can't stand the thought of her being surrounded by all this stuff. Buttttt...... after sitting here and wondering if the fish are biting, I am hitting the road! I'll let ya know how the fishing was. Do you like to fish?

Everyone Deserves A Job

When employers are seeking workers, they need all the resources they can find to locate that great employee they have in mind. Some very able workers are left out of the choices in common job searches. Because of the language barrier, not all latinos are able to use the major searches yet are highly qualified workers. By allowing jobseekers to register by calling LatinoHire's toll-free number in English or Spanish, they are able to get around the language barrier that is keeping many from finding a job. LatinoHire.com takes their information and builds a full resume for each jobseeker. A fast and easy way to hire Latino workers. Using patent-pending technologies, LatinoHire.com allows recruiters and businesses to seamlessly find and hire low-skilled and Latino workers that were previously not available online.

Productive Day

Another day finished at my 9-5 job. It really isn't ever a 9-5 job because when you own a business there are always things to do. I need to clean up the messes I made while showing samples today. It is hard for my brain to think when things are out of order.

I worked the whole afternoon with a couple who are moving into a house to be closer to their grandchildren. Isn't that nice? They are retired and young enough that they want to help babysit while their daughter in-law teaches school.

I won't mention the fact that they thought they could pick out their products today and have them installed next week. Ai yi yi. We will get past that. LOL

AccuWeather.com

Accuweather.com is providing a free, customizable widget. These widgets are fun to personalize to your specifications. They are free so use them on your blog for constant weather information. So easy to install you will wonder how you did without them. So, install the Accuweather.com widget on your blog and feel safe by being informed of incoming threatening weather. AccuWeather.com® netWeather v3.0™ widget allows you to receive severe weather warnings; view, animate and zoom radar and satellite images; check ten-day and Hour-by-Hour forecasts. Weather v3.0™ has international locations (3M in all) that come in both English and Spanish! Be sure to enter the accuweather video challenge. Grab a video camera and show off your talents. Make a real video forecast for AccuWeather.com for the opportunity to try and win $5,000!

The the Next one is THE One

I have the type of personality where I just know if I try one more time, it will work. I know that I shouldn't gamble because I could keep trying to win and lose everything. I am that way with fishing. It is a good thing that hubby is in charge of the motor because I always think that the next cast will catch the big one. I let my bait drag in the water just in case that big fish wants a bite. When he bites I will catch him. Then I will tell hubby, "See, if we would have waited, that fish wouldn't have had to swim so fast and hard to get his dinner."

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

Lasik Eye Surgery

I had lasik eye surgery 6 years ago. I have never done anything that made such a drastic quality in my life as much as this surgery has. I love being able to see the alarm clock when I open my eyes. I love not having to wear glasses that fog up. No glasses sliding down my nose! I trusted my optometrist to direct me to the best eye surgeon available for my surgery. This was 6 years ago. Lasik eye surgery is safer and more predictable now than it was even then and I had no fear of having it done. Lasik eye surgery success and satisfaction has improved because of improved technology, refined techniques, new procedures, and better patient selection. Not everyone is a candidate for this surgery. I was told I might have problems with my eyes being dry but I never have. This might be attributed to the fact that I drink a lot of water. I think, because I was well informed, I didn't have any surprises with this surgery. I love it.

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Chicken and Noodles

My sister called because she needed this recipe:

1 large can chicken and 1 large can chicken broth
2 packages Reamer frozen noodles 1 lb each
1 stick butter (I use 1/2 stick)
3 small cans or 1 large can white chicken chunks

Bring broth and butter to a boil. Add noodles and simmer 45 minutes. Add the chicken chunks. Simmer 15 more minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes.

Eat, feel stuffed, take a nap.

Medical Imaging Software

It is possible for radiologists to choose the software needed for expert equipment in their field. Medicexchange has announced an expansion of a Radiology Product Directory that gives them more choices of Medical Imaging software. As these choices are made more available the cost will go down because of the competition expected. This is a win, win situation for radiologist and their clients. It is now possible to browse products by specialty, modality or software type. All users of Medicexchange are provided with free support. This insures the best possible service. ProvidIng these solutions in a low-cost, on-demand and digitally-downloadable format for medical imaging professionals, providing access to information and products that are traditionally difficult to access is the main goal of Medicexchange.

Press Release:

Medicexchange Announces Expansion of Radiology Product Directory

Radiologists' need for greater choice in medical imaging software continues to be met by Medicexchange with the recent expansion of the exclusive Medicexchange digitally-downloadable medical imaging product directory.

Medicexchange is adding new imaging software weekly and the product directory now includes leading radiology software such as Orthocrat's TraumaCAD allowing surgeons to develop a pre-operative surgery plan via clinical manipulation of digital orthopedic images, Confirma CADstream software to improve efficiency, access, standardization and compatibility in breast MRI, through to the latest version of eFilm Workstation, the powerful desktop diagnostic imaging software.

It is now possible to browse products by specialty, modality or software type and each product page now includes a wealth of supporting product and clinical information and related radiology news. The product directory now covers modalities from CT to ultrasound, across specialties from cardiac to musculoskeletal, making it easy for imaging professionals to find exactly what they are looking for.

The product directory also contains free trial downloads of many products to allow radiologists to try before they buy on Medicexchange. To ensure radiologists are given the best service possible, all users of Medicexchange are provided with free support.

A radiologist puts the case for the new product directory clearly in a recent Foster & Sullivan report: "What OEMs charge us for software is out of this world - thousands of pounds for one piece of software that can only be used on one terminal - so to have it available on the internet would be great. You'd have more freedom of choice and I'm sure prices wouldn't be so extraordinarily high."

"One-stop-shop (online) access to multiple software solutions offered at cost-effective pricing is increasingly perceived by radiologists to answer their rapidly-evolving software needs," suggests the White Paper's authors.


About Medicexchange:

Medicexchange.com is an online sales and information channel providing diagnostic, treatment and surgery planning solutions for breast, cardiac, musculoskeletal, abdominal-pelvic, thoracic and neuro imaging from a range of medical software companies. The site provides these solutions in a low-cost, on-demand and digitally-downloadable format for medical imaging professionals, providing access to information and products that are traditionally difficult to access.

Medicexchange.com is owned and operated by Medicexchange Plc. Medicexchange Plc is a subsidiary company of MGT Capital Investments, Inc. Product and company information can be found on www.mgtci.com. Stock symbol: MGT.

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Prayer in Schools

A Teacher

After being interviewed by the school administration, the teaching prospect said, "Let me see if I've got this right:

"You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning. "You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride.

"You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook, and apply for a job. "You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure that they all pass the state exams.

"You want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents by letter , telephone, newsletter, and report card. "You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps.

"You want me to do all this:
and then you tell me... " I CAN'T PRAY?"

Big Web Links Directory

We all hope that when someone puts in our blog name into a search that it comes up in the number one spot. We hope that at least it will be on the first page. There are thousands of web directories on the Internet. You can submit to one, and end up on page 10 of results, where no one will see it and you will have little if any link value. Big Web Links Directory has a new concept to help bloggers and web ecommerce sites get on that front page. On their directory you bid for placement. Instead of sorting listings by popularity, page rank, or alphabetically, the listings with Big Web Links are sorted by the bid amount. Control is maintained by bid amount. This concept works with the idea that the money invested to get a good spot will bring a bigger return because of the placement where others will see the site and use it will be the best a good bid can buy.

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Poison Ivy

Well, Dang it. I did it again. I should say my dogs did it to me again. I have a poison ivy rash all down the side of my face. My dogs rub up against it and then when I give them a hug I get it. I went under the pine trees and I think I found the plant. In the mean time I'm trying not to scratch.

Tuesday, May 1, 2007

Online Savings Account

These days it takes a private detective to find the best banking deals. It is sad what our money makes in a regular savings account. Since I do almost everything online, I checked out SavingsAccounts.com. Online banking interest rate comparisons at SavingsAccounts.com will help you find the best high yield online savings account or checking account. I am so glad I checked them out. The site is in early development stages but they didn't want to wait any longer to let people know they can use the site to earn better interest rates. Consumers need to be made aware they could be earning more money. Banks should work for their business ! Their site is simple and easy to use.

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Postie Blog Carnival


Yesterday was the Postie Blog Carnival hosted by Work at Home Musings . It was an interesting carnival with folks answering the question, What do you love about your job? Check out their answers. Very, very, cool meme.

Beauty of the Mediterranean

Can you imagine having a retreat in the last idyllic region of the Mediterranean? South Cyprus is where you want to go to feel the rural charm and slow pace of life.
North Cyprus Property is also an exceptional value for your money. Apartments are actually affordable. Amazingly, detached villas with pools can be bought for less than £100,000. Get your straw bag, flip flops and bathing suit and enjoy time away!


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Cyber Stalking

My friend Kat has been dealing with a maniac who takes her information and pictures from her blog and puts them on a horrible hate forum. I don't understand why people would perpetuate hate. I just do not get it. Kat is a great person who has helped me understand the web and how to make my blog be the most it can be. She loves her kids. Even if she was a mean person, why would someone feel they have the right to use her as a mechanism for their own joy. That wouldn't make me happy. I guess I don't understand a mind like that. Kat was on the Good Morning America show today and gave a little bit of her opinion on the subject. She didn't even mention the maniac's name or website. I'll bet that just killed him. Ha!

Bid4Prizes


Have you ever wanted to enter a contest or try to win something at an auction but didn't because you didn't think you would stand a chance of getting the prize? Here is a turn around idea! At Bid4prizes you, ummm, bid4prizes! The catch is, the lowest unique bidder wins! Isn't that a great twist? I am getting ready to bid on the Sony VAIO VGN-FE590. You can never have too many laptops you know.

The lowest unique bid for every prize starts out at one penny - but if more than one person bids a penny, then that penny is no longer the lowest unique bid and 2 cents is. If more than one person bids 2 cents then 3 cents is the next lowest unique bid. And so on and so on. The winning bid could be anything, it could be a penny, or $1.05 even $500.22! Whatever is the lowest UNIQUE bid wins the prize! I think I'm going to start out at $1.23. I don't know why! It just sounds like a winner.

Monday, April 30, 2007

Is it really Caviar?

Condensed from US News & World Report May 7, 2007 issue.

If you don't associate caviar with the state of Indiana, well, it turns out you're mostly right. Last week in Vevay, IN, state conservation officers broke up a ring that was illegally harvesting paddlefish eggs and then selling them as caviar.

A shortage of sturgeon eggs has spawned a lucrative market for paddlefish eggs, which have a similar taste and look. Paddlefish can be legally harvested in the Ohio River but not in tributaries like Tanner's Creek, which is among the locales where the ring was allegedly operating. The tributaries have heavy concentrations of spawning fish, and paddlefish are threatened.

Beautiful Jewelry


One of the things I was surprised at was when I didn't get mad when Stacy got her belly button pierced. I think belly button piercings are kinda sexy! Belly Button Rings are easy to cover up when it isn't the right place to be showing your piercings. LOL

I want to get her this dangle belly ring called Mardi Gras Remembered. I think it is fitting to honor the time she spent during the cleanup in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. She was awarded a medal from the Coast Guard for her contributions.

All Piercings website has so many beautiful things that it is hard to choose just one. At their great prices, maybe I'll order two.

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It's Too Hot to Wear A Coat

I sure wish I hadn't postponed Brody's haircut. My poor little shitzu looks like an Eskimo and it is 80 degrees outside. He is just laying around trying to stay cool. I notice he picks the cooler surfaces like the ceramic tile to lay on. Poor thing. I guess we are going to have to turn on the air conditioner. I can stand it but I don't want my dog to suffer!

Paintball


I was reading a blog and saw where the writer's husband and son love to play paintball. The only time I was involved in paintball was when the kids were younger and involved in our church's youth group. The youth leader took a group of them to play paintball. They were given paintball guns and told a few rules and out they went. Paintballs are filled with a colored liquid of some sort. Hubby heard it was fish oil. I don't know that for sure. I am going to check out the experts on the subject, Ultimate Paintball. They sell Tippmann, Spyder, Smart Parts, Dye, Draxxus paintball gear. They have everything you need to play paintball. Now that the kids are adults, maybe they will let me play! I didn't want to try when they were little. I guess I was afraid they'd be mean to me. LOL

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Totem Pole


Did you know that when you look at a totem pole you are looking at a story? My friend was telling me that she read an article that said what each part of the carving meant. I think it would be so interesting to study that information. We have a small totem pole. I don't know if the carver was telling a story or simply making a pretty carving.

A totem is an object, usually an animal, that serves as an emblem for a family or clan. It represents a symbolic relationship between nature and human kin groups. The figures on the poles are mythical beings from the First Nation's ancestral past.

Great Place to list Classified Ads

Don't you love finding unusual things! At Ocala4sale you can find just about anything. From homes for sale to pets who need homes, you must start your search at their classifieds. This, Weird Toilet for Sale, is one of the more unusual listings. Today's marketplace is moving online. The primary ingredients of effective classified advertising remain the same. What hasn't changed is the need for a central meeting place for buyers and sellers. Sponsored post.

Sunday, April 29, 2007

Easier Way to Favorite Blogs to Technorati

We have all been trying to save blogs that we enjoy reading. At Technorati you can have them all in one place. That makes it so much easier to see who has updated. The trouble for me has been taking the time to add those who have favorited me to my favorites. This has been made so much simpler. Over at engtech blog is a program that you can put on your desktop. Run it whenever you want to, preferably a couple times a week, and those who have favorited you are added! Woo Hoo!Commenting and making friends with other bloggers increases our page ranks and enables us to make money on the internet. For me, when my page rank goes up, I will have more opportunities to write ads for PayPerPost.