Friday, July 12, 2013
This is a (poorly orchestrated) Test!
In a very ill-fated attempt to regain my blog account, I am reduced to issuing this message. A test. To see if this world is at all like riding a bike. Once you learn, or so they say. These days I don't fair too well on a bike. Please let a blog post be different.
Friday, January 09, 2009
Freebie Friday
Spring cleaning has been underway at my house ever since the Christmas tree was packed away, and today's challenge was the re-organization of my craft closet. Everything looked so great and tidy when my eye caught last year's CD calendar, given out by a pharmaceutical rep. Keep in mind that these reps are no longer allowed to give anything away starting with this year, so I felt dumbfounded over losing my calendar that stays hidden in a closet. Never would I purchase one; besides the CD stand sat perfectly on an unoccupied space. Over to the computer, I hastily googled printable calendars when I stumbled upon a great blog, VintageGlam. It's technically a very pretty, Victorian-esque wedding blog, but it has a tab at the top for free downloads. You guessed it, my CD calendar was there along with tons of other really cool printable downloads. Candy bar wrappers, gift tags, soap labels ... there's so much to choose from. My calendar looks great (hidden behind closed doors.)
Monday, January 05, 2009
Today's Finds
Within 24 hours I have discovered quite a few new favorites, items of which I regret not knowing earlier. Let's just read about them in list format.
1. My new Nikon D90 camera: My husband told me how much its importance would be in my life. This camera can take about 4 photos a second (leaving me with lots of shots to delete but lots to choose from) plus it DOES zoom during the Hi-Def video recording unlike the advice of the Ritz camera guy. I can't wait to take some fru-fru photos to post here later, leading me into . . .
2. Creature Comforts: This blogsite is the epitome of my brain. It's chock-full of various craft downloads, free and slightly Martha Stewart-esque, photography features, links to tons of even better blogs, online shop advertisements that you'd actually like to click,
glamorous eco-friendly tips ... I could go on and on just as the site does. Seriously, I'm feeling the sudden need for a week long vacation at a secluded spa with only my laptop, pen & notebook in order to fully devote the attention I'd like to this site. The photos are so inspirational (good thing I've got this new camera). If you look at it for no other reason, at least see her instructions on making a holiday gift bow made solely from a Target bag. Stunning.
3. Papa John's free chocolate pastry puffs: Does this really need further elaboration? I thought certainly that these confections were merely microwaved concoctions, but after ordering a pizza last night & trying the puffs for free, they were so delicious. I may need to order another pizza tonight to get more free.
4. NBC's Superstars of Dance: I laughed, I choked, I almost fell off the edge of my bed. The dancing on this show ranges from strangely lousy to jaw-dropping exotic. The judges represent various countries, the dancers are grouped as single, couple and group competitors, and the music is internationally astounding. I have a feeling after viewing the first episode that critics will respond harshly to the judges & commentary, and my only complaint lies in their lack of displaying the music being used. What fascinates me greatly is the level of talent for some of these countries versus the concept of what is true talent. On average (& forgive my attempt at a cyber-accent), zee more bad you dance, zee more high you score.
5. Caldrea's Sweet Pea Stain Remover: This stuff is worth the $10 price tag if you find it important to rid any soiled laundry item of whatever type of stain. Now that my daughter feels a need to help me feed her, I have lots of clothing with sweet potato puree stains, carrot stains, pasta stains, you get the picture. This remover
completely dissolves the stain, even on whites!!! In fact, use this remover on an item still stained despite being previously washed and dried, and it disappears. Voila! My other 2 pros for this product: the fragrance is heavenly & the product is eco-friendly. Hook me up for caseloads.
6. Dry Cleaning Station: Since we're on the topic of laundry, I must point out the most brilliant of services out there--the free home delivery service provided by a dry cleaning company that is totally green. Dry Cleaning Station is almost like a member of your family. The website prides itself on excellent customer service, & I've discovered firsthand just how outstanding these people are. Did I mention the free home delivery service? For those of you in my neighborhood, here's the link to our local station, http://www.carolinadcs.com/ , but they're located all over the U.S.
As great as these six items are, tomorrow is always a new day full of jewels waiting to be found. For now, I'll just end the day on a new episode of Gossip Girl.
1. My new Nikon D90 camera: My husband told me how much its importance would be in my life. This camera can take about 4 photos a second (leaving me with lots of shots to delete but lots to choose from) plus it DOES zoom during the Hi-Def video recording unlike the advice of the Ritz camera guy. I can't wait to take some fru-fru photos to post here later, leading me into . . .
2. Creature Comforts: This blogsite is the epitome of my brain. It's chock-full of various craft downloads, free and slightly Martha Stewart-esque, photography features, links to tons of even better blogs, online shop advertisements that you'd actually like to click,
glamorous eco-friendly tips ... I could go on and on just as the site does. Seriously, I'm feeling the sudden need for a week long vacation at a secluded spa with only my laptop, pen & notebook in order to fully devote the attention I'd like to this site. The photos are so inspirational (good thing I've got this new camera). If you look at it for no other reason, at least see her instructions on making a holiday gift bow made solely from a Target bag. Stunning.3. Papa John's free chocolate pastry puffs: Does this really need further elaboration? I thought certainly that these confections were merely microwaved concoctions, but after ordering a pizza last night & trying the puffs for free, they were so delicious. I may need to order another pizza tonight to get more free.
4. NBC's Superstars of Dance: I laughed, I choked, I almost fell off the edge of my bed. The dancing on this show ranges from strangely lousy to jaw-dropping exotic. The judges represent various countries, the dancers are grouped as single, couple and group competitors, and the music is internationally astounding. I have a feeling after viewing the first episode that critics will respond harshly to the judges & commentary, and my only complaint lies in their lack of displaying the music being used. What fascinates me greatly is the level of talent for some of these countries versus the concept of what is true talent. On average (& forgive my attempt at a cyber-accent), zee more bad you dance, zee more high you score.
5. Caldrea's Sweet Pea Stain Remover: This stuff is worth the $10 price tag if you find it important to rid any soiled laundry item of whatever type of stain. Now that my daughter feels a need to help me feed her, I have lots of clothing with sweet potato puree stains, carrot stains, pasta stains, you get the picture. This remover
completely dissolves the stain, even on whites!!! In fact, use this remover on an item still stained despite being previously washed and dried, and it disappears. Voila! My other 2 pros for this product: the fragrance is heavenly & the product is eco-friendly. Hook me up for caseloads.6. Dry Cleaning Station: Since we're on the topic of laundry, I must point out the most brilliant of services out there--the free home delivery service provided by a dry cleaning company that is totally green. Dry Cleaning Station is almost like a member of your family. The website prides itself on excellent customer service, & I've discovered firsthand just how outstanding these people are. Did I mention the free home delivery service? For those of you in my neighborhood, here's the link to our local station, http://www.carolinadcs.com/ , but they're located all over the U.S.
As great as these six items are, tomorrow is always a new day full of jewels waiting to be found. For now, I'll just end the day on a new episode of Gossip Girl.
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