Online Free Television

With cable costs soaring and satellite TV often inconvenient, entertainment is becoming more prevalent on our computers. We love watching television, and now we can get it free, and legally, on our PCs. Spreety TV Online : Watch TV Shows Online Free. It's a great way of locating and watching your favorite programming. I love what is commonly referred to as Webb-TV -- Dragnet, Adam-12, and Emergency! All of these are available through Spreety. It's the wave of the future!

Weddings Made Simple

Every time I watch an episode of Bridezillas on television, I wonder how any couple survives planning a wedding. There's so much to do, and the stress is enormous. Reception halls, caterers, florists, photographers, the church: there are so many elements of a wedding to be planned. It's not easy to find the right people and the right places to make your wedding headache free. Now there is a way to simplify the wedding process, and it's through a website called MiNeeds.

MiNeeds makes the tasks of locating affordable wedding service providers, including caterers, photographers, videographers, officiants, planners, and more. The service works everywhere, from Los Angeles Wedding Services to right here in my home town of Sacramento.

There's no more spending hours on the phone, trying to find the right people. Just sign up and let the companies come to you.

Life is frustrating

Life has been very frustrating. Blogspot has made it so that several bloggers can't post using the website. Someone suggested an alternate way of doing things, and that is what I am doing. I am very disappointed in blogspot because it seems like no one cares about this problem. That's all I'll say for now as I want to see if this works.

This is Long Overdue

There was a time in my life when I had the best, most up-to-date skills in the office business world. I was very confident when I was searching for a job because I knew I had the knowledge and skills that it took to function well within the office environment. It did get me a position at an insurance company. What happened next, though, is that my career path shifted, and as I was promoted to insurance-related fields, the office skills weren't necessary or used.

When the time came for a shift and I no longer wanted to work in insurance but preferred to get back into a different office environment, I realized that while I was once very qualified, I no longer was. Word Perfect, for example, had become the program to know, but I had never used it. I wasn't qualified anymore for positions I otherwise would have been. Microsoft Office had come out and was being used as well, but again, it was foreign to me. My resume was good enough, but I couldn't get the jobs I wanted because I didn't know the new programs. How I wish that Learn. com had been around at that time.

This very unique website offers sales training via courses online for a reasonable fee. You don't have to drive to some school two nights a week, but you can work in the comfort of your own home and gain the skills that you need to be confident and assured during your next job interview. Courses are offered in a variety of areas, including Desktop, IT, Business, Compliance, and Healthcare.

Learn.com is much more than an online offering of courses, though. They also provide a Skill Score based on the user's aptitude in various areas. This gives the prospective employer something more than just a resume to consider. It also allows the individual a way to compare their abilities to others just by seeing what their numbers are.

I was very excited to see what Learn.com has to offer to both employers and job seekers. It's revolutionary, and it's about time a program like this was available.

What a Day

I'm almost afraid to see what else is going to happen today. First, we learn of Farrah Fawcett's death this morning, and now comes word that Michael Jackson has died of cardiac arrest. I was never a fan of the Jackson 5 or Michael Jackson, but I respect the talent that was there and the musical legacy that has been left for generations.

Jackson was surrounded by controversy for much of his life, and my hope now is that he just finds some peace. Everyone deserves that. His life took many strange turns, but I don't feel we're justified in judging him. Unless you're there, it's impossible to walk in shoes of another person.

What a day!

She Fought a Great Fight

Farrah Fawcett passed on this morning, and I felt it was important to pause and give her a moment of respect. She was much more than a pretty face or the women with the famous locks of hair that sparked a fad and craze that spanned the decades. She was a good actress, as her performances in shows like The Burning Bed and Extremities prove.

I liked Farrah. I didn't always agree with her, but she was just a human being like the rest of us, and she made mistakes.

I applaud how she tackled her cancer, doing so with extraordinary bravery. Recently, a special detailing her fight aired on NBC. It was pretty incredible. The documentary wasn't easy to watch, but it was the truth of what anal cancer can do to a person.

Farrah was iconic, and she'll be missed.

Help with Real Estate

Real estate can be a complicated business, and any dealings with real estate needs to be handled with care and proficiency. You can try to handle the deal yourself and risk making some huge blunder, or you can search the city for a capable attorney to make sure your interests are covered. Andrew Borrok is one such attorney. He works as a general counsel in New York City and is eager to protect your real estate investment. In addition to his law skills, Borrok is an entrepreneur in the real estate market with some wonderful successes in his past.

Just click on this link -- Andrew Borrok Fame Game -- to learn more about Borrok's history and associations, such as his sale of one of Manhattan's office buildings for a whopping $350 million.

As for his education, he's a graduate of the Columbia University Graduate School of Business and earned his law degree at Georgetown University Law Center.

If you've already gotten yourself into hot water with a property deal and need help to find justice, Borrok can help as well. A simple click here -- Andrew Borrok linkedin -- will assist you in getting in touch with Andrew Borrock and ultimately get you the help that you need.

Get Rid of Mr. Heat

The blazing sun-filled days of summer are here with gusto, with high temperatures that force their way into our homes, making life nearly unbearable for residents, unless our homes are adorned with the proper energy efficient windows that will block heat from seeping him and making us miserable in the process.

I'm a big believer in just how effective modern windows are as for many years I still had nothing but the old style in my home. My home was stuffy and so uncomfortable. Finally, I was able to get some new, Low-E window replacement products installed, and it's made a world of difference. I'm hoping to be able to get more with time to continue making my home more relaxing during those triple-digit days.

Sears Replacement Windows offers storm and custom windows that are solid and durable, energy efficient, and available in both traditional or contemporary styling. Customers can also benefit from the Stimulus Package and get a large tax credit for reducing their energy costs by purchasing these higher grade windows.

Sears Window Replacement are guaranteed, and it's easy to schedule an appointment. All you have to do is complete the online form. The end result will beautify your home and save you money. That's a combination that can't be beat.

Luxury is a Tic-Tock Away

Buying a watch isn't as simple as telling time. There are watches, and then there are Patek Philippe watches. These Switzerland-made luxury items are high quality, highly efficient timepieces that will bring delight to the wearer for years. You can find a variety of Patek Philippe watches at Finest Watches, an online luxury watch merchant.

The knowledgeable owner of Finest Watches is a proud collector of vintage watches who believes in providing personal care and attention to their customers. All new products are guaranteed and authentic and come with a one-year guarantee. For a real treat, check out these stylish and multi-functional Patek Phiippe watches today.

Telephone Time

Alexander Graham Bell couldn't possibly have imagined all the advanced gadgetry and gizmos that are associated with his simple invention of the telephone. No longer bulky, rotary, or even tied in to a physical location, phones today are complicated, complex devices that feature applications and features that can overwhelm as much as they can delight. It's no sin to be confused, but that just shouldn't be the case about something that has become such a vital and important part of our world.

With so many Smartphones For Sale out there that go beyond the traditional cell phones, it helps to have some guidance, and that's where Smartphonemonkey.com comes in handy. This blog has reviews and information about new and used products, including smart phones, mobile phones, and various phone accessories. One of their most recent blogs discusses iPhone applications, while another focuses on Navigon's MobileNavigator, and yet another blog touts gwabbit becoming a featured application on the Blackberry . Early this year there was a blog devoted to cell phone facts, which was interesting in showing the development of the cell phone in our culture.

The world is confusing enough. Our cell phones shouldn't be part of that confusion. Visiting this website can help to ease the stress and help make the choice on what phone is right for you. Check it out today, and you might even find one for sale that fits your needs.

Treasured Traveling

Traveling is so wonderful. I love to see the world and experience other cultures, seeing how the peoples on other parts of the globe live. There are wonders to be found everywhere. I love the history of places and the beauty that can be found in all countries. One corner I've yet to visit, though, is Asia. It's something I'd love to correct.

One place I've always thought it would be fascinating to visit is Japan. There's so much honor and tradition there. Growing up, I had a lot of pen pals from that country who I communicated with. They shared their love of Japan and told me all kinds of things about what it was like to live there, so it's a place that would be quite special to visit.

Accor Hotels has several places of accommodation available, and since I like to travel first class, I'd stay at their Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza, which is located in central Tokyo. Tokyo is a must-see spot in Japan, and it would probably be my jumping off point. They have comfortable rooms with great views of their bustling city and that's important to me. I want to see the night lights in the darkened sky.

The Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza has comfortable rooms that are spacious, which is one of the reasons I'm attracted to them. I hate being crunched in my hotel room. I want to be able to kick back and relax in between my sightseeing outings, and there's so much to see in Tokyo that I'll need that time to put my feet up and just recline in comfort.

While researching my accommodations, I noticed that this is a great time to travel to Japan, or anywhere in the Asian Pacific. Accor Hotels are currently offering a whopping 60% savings for anyone who books online between June 23-29 for stays starting July 10 and ending September 30, 2009. That's a great deal, so if you're planning your dream trip, or if you're traveling on business, be sure to check out this site and save.

A Real Satisfier

We see them just about everywhere we go. They're in our places of business, in courthouses, at arenas, automobile dealerships, schools, various stores, and just everywhere. They feed our hunger and quench our thirst and whereas once upon a time, they were limited in what they could offer, now the variety is wide spread. What is this common thing that nourishes us? Why, it's a vending machine.

Vending Machines are great moneymakers, especially when you deal with a company that has the newest and optimum setups available. If you're looking for a way to make some money, you should really take a consider taking on a Vending Machine Business. It's actually not as hard as you might think. In fact, you don't even have to find the locations to host your machines. A professional locator can do that for you and in the area that you want to work. You don't need to start with a fleet, either. Just do one and see how it can work for you, and go from there.

Vending Machine operations don't require a lot of attention, perhaps twenty minutes or so per location. These are the supreme machines, too, and not the mechanical kind that tend to break down. Contact these folks and let them run you through the process of how to get into this business for yourself and make some money. While we're cutting back in today's economy, we still reach for those quarters to slide into the vending machine to fill our stomachs and satisfy our thirsts. It's a likely winner!

Pool Time Fun

I've blogged before that I really enjoy playing pool and billiards. I find it entertaining and fun. Not only is it cool to play it for real in a physical location, but it's a terrific virtual game as well. I play with a game that I've downloaded, and there's also 8c1.net, a fast-loading site where you can play billiards online for free. You can meet friends from around the world as you play pool, or you can invite your own friends and play in a private room. This site offers you the opportunity to play multiplayer games and have a good time at no cost; registration is a snap, too. You just can't beat that!

A Funny Thing Happened

One thing that annoys me is to have a chip in my windshield, but then again, it makes me chuckle, too. I remember back in high school, my best friend and I went by the house of the president of the student body. We decided to have some fun with his car, and we soaped the thing but good. The next day he got up late, as was common, and discovered the deed. He had to go somewhere so he cleaned the car, which had a tiny chip on it, only it was hot, hot, hot, and his windshield cracked. It was a hoot, which I suppose is a funny thing to say, but it really was funny. He never did get it fixed, either. So, when I see a chipped or cracked windshield, I think about that guy and the innocence of playful youth. If you want to avoid this happening to you, check out Auto By Save. They can assist you with any of your windshield needs, as well as with other auto parts. Give them a try.

Dressing Up the Wall

Finding the best way to showcase our entertainment media can be a daunting task, but it can be done. It just takes a lot of time, patience, and research to locate the ideal items to fit our lifestyles and needs. Entertainment Center Furniture is a big part of our culture now, but we've evolved from situations where big screen TVs not only took up the entire room but were surrounded by ugliness. To the contrary, Entertainment Centers are now very stylish and can take the biggest TV and help it to enhance a room and not overpower it. Now our TVs are the centerpieces, surrounded by knick knacks, books, CDs, flowers, or whatever we choose to adorn our entertainment centers with.

This is one of the entertainment centers that I liked on this website. It houses a 50” TV screen. I love a big screen TV. It's vital to me. This one is made of birch wood and has a traditional brown cherry finish which includes the TV console, right and left piers, and a lighted bridge and shelf. The back panels are removable, there are levelers inside the cabinets, the audio component cabinets are ventilated, and there are multiple wiring ports. One of the elements I love about this set is that you can give it a custom-made feel by selecting different design elements to make it unique, such as adding arched beveled glass doors.

This center and all the other entertainment pieces and TV Stands are available at discounted prices and with free shipping to the contiguous 48 states, which is always a good deal and one that I always take note of. Another bonus for many is that they don't charge sales tax for the lower 48 states, either, except for California. If you have questions, there is a toll free number you can call for questions. Whether you need an expandable entertainment center or just need a TV Lift, you can find many to choose from on this website.

Is PayPal fair?

I need to share my latest frustration, and it's all about the PayPal monopoly on the internet money market. I was there at the beginning, when they first started. Just about everything was free at that point. Once they got individuals hooked, they targeted businesses, and once they had those all lined up in a row, the fees began, and they've continued ever since.

On June 1, without any advance notification to users of personal accounts *and* without any advisory on their website even, PayPal began to charge for all money received unless it was specifically marked 'personal' by the sender. That's not the default option. Naturally, to benefit themselves, PayPal has the system default to 'purchase'. This means that they are charging a fee, which is their flat rate plus a percentage of the amount sent. What a rip off!

I'm livid at the change. This means that Mom, who can barely use the computer, now has another step to follow or even her money to me gets a fee charged to it. This is just not right. These are personal accounts and there shouldn't be any charge at all. I could maybe understand a simple transaction fee, but why do they need a percentage?

The answer? PayPal is a greedy company with no caring for the consumers that helped to give it the monopoly it has on the market. Citibank tried to get into the money transfer business several years ago, and they were great. Unfortunately, they just didn't catch on.

Since eBay purchased PayPal, it's been even worse. I actually question the legality of eBay fees being charged and then another PayPal fee to handle the money, especially since eBay has set it up so that PayPal is about to be the only way to even deal. Where's the attorney who can challenge this system? I'm waiting for the class action suit. Someone just needs to get angry enough.

I'm fighting for survival. I don't need to have some of the small earnings I may make off the internet chipped into by this greedy, uncaring company.

The sad part is that there just isn't any alternatives. Where's the government control? After all, this change was done without any notification at all - zero, zilch, squat. Is that legal? Even if it is, it's not fair. PayPal is not fair.

Now These Are Cute

Tonight I found the cutest little things -- beaded stick pins. I swear, when I came to this site's home page, I smiled and broke out into a laugh. These are just the neatest, most fun items to have, be it for children, teenagers, or adults. These stick pins were apparently created by a woman who was trying to occupy some children during a storm back in 1996. It worked so well that now it's a business, and I can understand why.

These beaded stick pins come in five different categories -- signature, juniors, awareness, sports, and themes. Accompanying them is a Lanyard and holder, depending on how and what you order. There's an adorable lady bug, Christa the teacher with the apples, Barbara with the pink heart and pink ribbon representing breast cancer awareness (I really love that one), Marraco (one of the signature collection and the one that made me smile brightly upon seeing it), and just a whole lot more.

All of these are handmade in the USA and are guaranteed for a full year, which is pretty neat. They'd make great Fundraising Jewelry, too.

The site sells the stick pins and their holders. Consumers may want to pick up a Beaded Lanyard or two as well.

These are great items that are certain to delight and bring on smiles.

Summertime in Style

With the advent of summer, it's time to set up our yards and patios to make the most of the great weather we're having. Sprucing up the outdoors to make it an enjoyable place to relax, visit with family, friends, and neighbors, and maybe just take a nap is a big part of this time of the year. It's an uplifting season when things are light, sunny, and breezy, and topping that off is being able to enjoy the days in the comfort of the perfect outdoor furniture.

Patio Furniture can give your backyard a distinctive flair and style. It's something that can be a statement of who you are, from simple to sophisticated. The furniture you choose can actually set the tone and mood for your entire summer. Do you prefer the metallic, more sleek designs or maybe the more traditional wicker look? Whatever floats your summer boat can probably be found on this website.

They have a great selection of outdoor furniture, including teak dining sets, metal seating, club chairs, outdoor rugs, wicker seating, and fire pits, which are very appealing in my opinion. There's plenty more to choose from there as well.

A piece of outdoor furniture that I like a lot is this Carolina wicker outdoor sofa. It's one of several that they have on the website. It's made of whitewash rattan wicker over an aluminum frame. I adore this floral print. Blues are my favorite colors, and this design just makes me feel very serene and peaceful. I can easily envision this as the centerpiece to my backyard, with a couple of chairs and a table nearby, and then a Chaise Lounge, or maybe two, out by the pool. It would be terrific.

Now's the time to shop, too, because they are having an outdoor clearance sale with free shipping. Now free shipping on furniture is a darn good deal that deserves some real attention.

Vote For Adam-12

Shout Factory is taking a poll to see what viewers want released next. Adam-12's first couple of seasons has been released on DVD, but we want to see more. If you love this classic cop show with Kent McCord and Martin Milner, go here and vote!

Interact the Revolutionary Way

There's a really exciting new interactive site that all adults can enjoy called Zovue. What I love best about it is that it's a safe site. There's no inappropriate material, so while adults will love it, it's also a family environment. That's something I value a lot. The graphics are way cool.

We all love to chat and share our lives with others and on Zovue, you can chat immediately with your friends in real time. You can also share your opinion by rating just about everything, from fashion to gardens and cars.

Other benefits include a shopping network that you can share with your friends. It's really cool and is called a 'shared desktop'. You have to check that out! It's not just shopping you can share, but you can send notes and such. This is a creative and innovative tool that's quite exciting.

Another high point about Zovue.com is that you can store videos there, including those in high definition and from You Tube. That's something we can all utilize.

Zovue is a site for today!

Trust is Huge

Too many Americans understand what it is to owe money. For many of us, we've been in debt for decades. Odds are that it began innocently enough, perhaps with a credit card offered by a gas company when we first headed off to college, or maybe we're crazy for our favorite NASCAR driver and just had to get a bank card with their picture on it. We didn't really intend to use it, but then there was that time when the car broke down and needed to be repaired to the tune of $600. Then the water heater broke and had to be replaced. That was another $500, and the list goes on. Before we know it, one charge has led to another and now we're up to our ears in debt with no end in sight.

We need help, and we need it fast. We've tried everything else we can think of, but still the problem is out there. Though we might hate it, the fact is we have a lot of debts with numerous creditors. How do we get out of this tangled web?

Debt Consolidation is one very viable solution to the problem of having amassed too much debt. With this process, banks offer a workable solution for the consumer through lower interest rates, reduced monthly payments, and other helpful assistance. While customers can pursue this process on their own, it's more often done through approved non-profit agencies.

Once you've made the decision that this is the direction that is the best for you, the next most important task is to make sure that the company you hire to assist you is the best one available, one with a solid track record, and, above all else, one that is reputable. It's a tough business world out there, and we're talking about our own personal finances. It's so very important to make sure we sign up with a company we can trust with something that is ultra personal, like our financial records.

It's time to take the plunge with the right company, one we can trust to guide us as we walk our way towards recovery.

Getting Out of Hot Water

Tax laws are changing constantly, especially with the current flux in the economy. There are new laws being enacted with regularity. Old laws are going away or being modified. No matter where you live, there's one thing that's in common with all the tax laws: change, and lots of it. The other commonality is that taxes are rising and sometimes, they threaten to drown us.

Tax Relief Specialists are essential to aiding individuals and businesses in getting out of hot water with their taxes. With 40 years of business successes behind them, this company of tax attorneys and skilled professionals stand ready to assist you with your tax debt. You can request a free quote by filling out a form online, or you can call their 800 number for a free consultation.

This company can provide state tax help, which again is essential with all of the problems states are having with finances these days. Once they know your situation, they can discuss alternatives and come up with the right plan for you or your business, be it lien subordination, an offer in compromise, or a simple tax payment plan.

IRS bank levies are no fun. They can ruin your life and result in your company having a disastrous fiscal year, or more. Let the company help you fight this and provide tax relief by lifting these bank levies.

No matter what your problem is, these experts can help get you back above water and on your way to recovery.

Earn from the Vision

In this economy, we need all the help we can get to earn money. For me, I like to try and earn money online. Experienced Trader Online provides useful tips on how to earn profit and make profitable investments. This is done based on the webmaster's own experience, good and bad. It's a great site for those interested in investments and securing stable profits that are long term. Check it out and see if their vision of trading can work for you!

Office Supremacy

Whether you own a large company or work out of a home office, the one constant that is needed is quality office machines and equipment. From the simplest tools such as staplers and hole punchers to the most complex copy machines, we all need reliable products to make our jobs flow their best.

Dahle 20404 Paper Shredders are available on this website. Paper shredding is vital in these days when privacy is so highly valued and when identity theft is running rampant. Businesses need to protect their customer's information now more than ever, and on the home front, destroying old documents and anything with our personal information on them is crucial. People are going through garbage looking for names and private data, making paper shredders a very necessary part of life. Check out the Dahle 20506 as another option. This strip cut shredder is high powered and economical.

Businesses should be interested in this terrific item. I know I was amazed when I read about 3015 Letter Openers. These are automated devices which will open 24,000 envelopes per hour. Now that's a lot of mail, and that means your mail room clerks can be focused on processing the mail instead of opening it.

These are just a few of the products available at the website. There's a lot to be discovered that can help businesses operate more efficiently.

Opening Possibilities

Not everyone is right for plastic surgery, but there are a lot of times when there is a need for it. If you're one of those people who need or desire a new look, it may be that silicone breast implants are the answer. This website allows you to find someone in your local area who can advise you and answer your questions about plastic surgery. It also gives you a detailed look at the process, so that you can realistically consider if this option is for you. Some images are quite graphic, but that's to help you be as informed as possible. This isn't an option for everyone, but for some, it's like a miracle.

Graduating to New Heights

Today, it is more important than ever to complete your college education. The economic conditions of the day demand that only the best candidates be considered for any opening. With the job market tight, it's vital that you be able to say, “I'm a college graduate.”

College Degrees aren't outside your reach. Rather, they are close at hand. At My Pursuit, you can find the best career path for you. You'd be surprised to see the depth of these opportunities and the many ways that you can seek out the colleges and careers of your choice, such as working with animals. Pick your place of education or career field of study and then request information. It's that easy.

Calling Abroad the Inexpensive Way

These days many of our loved ones and good friends are living abroad. At the same time, our diverse melting pot in the United States includes many foreigners who have joined us for one reason or another. Now, YupeePhone is making available a great landline phone service to make economical calls to Iraq and Jordan. Their newest plan gives 2000 minutes a month for a flat rate of $24.95. They also have pay as you go plans. No contracts required, which is a wonderful part of this system. If you have a need to be calling abroad, check out this site today!

Modern and Strong

Titanium rings are among the most wear resistant rings available. They last, allowing us to cherish the memories that they embody. Among the ideal wedding rings on the market are black titanium rings. These very contemporary looking rings are not only durable but are well constructed. The proof of this is that they come with lifetime guarantees.

Tungsten Rings are made with Tungsten carbide alloy which makes the ring extra hard and helps to prevent scratching. This combination makes these rings the hardest metal used in jewelry making. It's comparable to sapphire and ruby gems. These rings are permanently polished and can only be scratched by diamonds and and corundum family stone. It's important to note, too, that tungsten carbide rings are cobalt free.

One of my favorites is a domed zirconium ceramic Ring, which has a metallic appearance. It's actually a very stunning hue of black. I was drawn to it when I first saw it on the website. This ring is light weight, which I find to be a nice benefit because I don't like to be weighed down by jewelry. It's definitely modern-looking.

Not everyone wants to go with tradition, and if you're one of those who values the look of today with the durable strength of forever, then consider these titanium and tungsten rings.

Bulk Madness

There is a lot going on in our world today and a lot of it is driven by the economics around the globe. Prices are high, jobs are disappearing, and people are trying to figure out how to survive. At the same time, we're all trying to make ourselves healthier and to live in a more positive way that is better for our bodies. All of this leads up to the topic of this discussion -- buying in bulk and buying product that is not only better for us, but which allows us to be more creative with our cooking.

Whey Protein, for example, is all natural and the highest quality possible. It's 80% protein and doesn't have any fillers or additives. That's a benefit we're all looking for these days. The whey protein comes from the USA and is kosher certified. For me, that signals trust. When we eat healthy, we feel better and have more energy. Whey protein really helps with that.

Brown rice is another bulk product you can buy, and we all know how good that is for us, and there's so much you can do with it, be it as its own side dish or as an ingredient. Rice is a great add-on to recipes, from skillet meals to soups. In fact, the website is loaded with recipes you can try.

It's easy to get to the products because they can be delivered straight from the company to your home. There's no running around, searching for these bulk foods in little stores downtown where it's not convenient. The prices are awesome because there isn't a middle man markup. The prices you see on the website are direct from the supplier prices. This is really important for me. I believe in bulk buying because it really does save money.

This is a great site, and it's perfect for the age we're living in.

Smarter Than the Average Bear

I miss good cartoons. Does anyone remember Yogi Bear and Boo Boo? Man, they were fun to watch. My favorite was Richochet Rabbit. I just love that rabbit. The last time I saw one of those cartoons was at least ten years ago. Everything now is so ... realistic. I just miss the cartoons from my era.

Last week the last survivor from the sinking of the Titanic died. As I recall, she was a baby during the voyage. I've always been fascinated by the Titanic. I did a paper on it once and I still have a lot of books on the subject. All that the excursions to the sunken ship have truly been intriguing, but there's a part of me that wishes it had never been found. I worry about the site being overrun or just depleted of things that belong in the ocean's depth.

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More later!

Right on the Pool Cues

You've heard of being right on the mark? Well, at Pool Cue Guru, you're right on the pool cues because they have a large selection of everything you need for a great game of pool or billiards. I'm a pool player when I get a chance, and it's a great way to enjoy an evening with family and friends. Granted, I'm not really a good player, but I sure do have a lot of fun whenever I'm able to rack 'em up.

Pool Cue Guru offers free shipping on orders of $50 and over, and that's not hard to do with their huge inventory, that includes pool table covers, billiard cues, pool balls, cue racks of various designs, chairs for your game room, pool cue shafts, chalk and chalk holders, tips and replacement tips, cue cleaners, and, well, you name it. If you need it to play pool, you can find it on this website. From pool sticks to retractable bridge sticks, it's all there, waiting for you.

The site has a number of leading brands available, in a variety of price ranges. I love the color selection of cues available. Color is personality, and I like to show mine off. There are truly a wide variety of colors and designs for sale, so like me, you should be able to find a cue that represents your pool style and flavor.

It's a neat site, one that is indeed right on the mark, or rather, right on the pool cues. Time for a game!

This and That Again

Cassie is doing fine after having those seizures last week. No one knows the problem. It's idiopathic seizures, which people and animals have. I'm still wondering if it might be related to skunk scent. She hasn't been sprayed but they were around when the seizures happened. I really don't even want to think about it. It's a horrible thing to watch, that's for sure.

Kyle Busch continues to be an immature kid. He's in no way a role model, and I really can't stand to have announcer after announcer condone his actions. They want passion back in NASCAR. Passion is good; having a tantrum is not.

I finally got all four of the new stories uploaded to the website, so if you're a fan fic reader, make sure you get to the website. I'm working on another one that was begun last year -- Tripping the Light Fantastic. I'm actually dividing it into two stories, the first being The Concept and the second being The Reveal. This is because the story would cover a full year, and it's just easier to break it up. Alex returns in this one, which actually takes place in 2012.

Are you ready for the DTV Conversion? I finally got a converter box and made an appointment with the Geek Squad to come out and install it for me. It's just easier that way. Once it's hooked up, I'm probably going to let cable play on for just a couple more weeks and then pull the plug on it altogether. I just can't afford it. Actually, I can't afford anything. The disability thing is going on forever, and I'm out of money. So, bye bye cable. I realized while watching my favorite driver, Jeff Gordon, on Regis and Kelly this morning that I won't be able to see NASCAR once I remove cable. That's gonna be tough on me. As the saying goes, though, I gotta do what I gotta do to survive.

Have a great day!

Enjoying Ethnicity

Ethnic foods are growing in popularity throughout the world. They make us closer to home, help us experience another culture, and sometimes are much healthier than our normal food intake. The one problem, though, with wanting to enjoy foods from around the world has been where to find them and at affordable prices.

Sometimes, a person ends up driving all over town to find a grocer who carries ethnic foods. There may be a few shelves of ethnic products at the local store, but it's most likely just a handful of options and only products from a few countries. Human nature dictates choices; people like variety. Why can't there be a store with a wide variety of ethnic foods from all over the world? More than that, why can't this magical marketplace be convenient, especially these days when fuel prices are out of this world?

There is an answer, and the answer is asian food grocer on the internet where you can shop for over 10,000 ethnic food products. The odds are that you'll find anything you need on this website. They carry many hard to find products.

Of their many new products is Chahan No Moto Kani Nagatanien from Japan. Also available now from Belgian is Twist from Poppies. These are delicious sugar glazed puff pastry cookies with butter. If you prefer something from the exotic world of Egypt, try Faragello Guava Premium Nectar. Whatever you're looking for is bound to be here.

The website makes it easy to search for your groceries, too. You can go by country and see what is available, shop by brand, search new products, or fill in the 'quick search' box if you know exactly what you're after.

One of the most awesome aspects of this internet ethnic grocer is that they have a flat rate shipping fee of just $4.99 per order. That is incredibly fair and so rare these days. The site is also very secure, increasing the trust factor tremendously. It works for me!

Reducing the Stress

Owing money is one of the most stressful things in the world. We can't sleep from our worries. How can we buy our bills? There are so many of them. Somehow, at some time, we got in over our heads. Maybe we splurged too much, or maybe the current economy is to blame. Prices have escalated, especially on fuel. That takes a toll on our income. Too many of us, thousands even, have been laid off and are struggling to find a job. Many others are taking pay cuts and having to choose between buying food, paying the utilities, or paying the creditors.

What's the answer? One answer is Debt Consolidation, combining your bills and making one, lower payment. This can solve the problem for many people, and it's what a lot of us would like to do. No one is trying to evade their obligations, but when income is slashed or virtually nil, just living is a struggle. Debt Reduction just could be the solution. Having creditors voluntarily reduce the amount you owe and then spreading out the rest in monthly payments that you can afford could save you from bankruptcy.

There are a lot of choices, and Debt Settlement isn't for everyone, but it is one solution to a very complicated situation. No one wants to reach this point, but when we do, it's nice to have some alternatives.

A Winning Opportunity, and it's Chocolate

Yummy! Now chocolate is something I understand, and I love it. There's just nothing like a solid, creamy chocolate that melts in your mouth and makes you feel good all over. It's like heaven, only you can taste it! Too bad it's not very good for you, but wait. Help is on the way!

Xocai is a healthy chocolate that satisfies your craving for that chocolate delight while not killing your body. This is a brand new market, and it's going to soar very fast. Imagine -- chocolate and health all in one. Customers will be chomping on the bit for Xocai.

Now is your time to get on board and be there to be a part of the evolution. Just fill out the contact form and all the information will be sent for your consideration. Remember this: Chocolate + Healthiness = Success. It's a winning equation.

Talking Tattoos

It's a natural thing. People love to talk, and they can talk about anything. Sometimes, we have a lot in common, all kinds of things, from where we live to our hobbies, our religion, or even our favorite band. The point is that coming together to share is something we enjoy, and that's why online chat rooms are so popular. They've been around since the internet began, and they've grown in popularity. I am a believer in using caution, simply because the world is a crazy place, but when you do, a chat room can be an inviting place to spend some time and get to know people. As for those commonalities, you can find a chat room that is devoted to just about anything these days, even one for those who love tattoos.

I must admit that I'm not a tattoo'ite, but I certainly know many who are proud owners of one or more tattoos. They'd love to visit Tattoo Chat City. There are an assortment of tattoo chat rooms there where people can visit, and hey, with webcams so popular today, too, they have a lot of video rooms where you can use your webcam and show off those treasured pieces of body art.

Saving Time and Money

HS Code classification is a complex thing. Being accurate and efficient with something so intricate isn't an easy thing. That's why it's nice to have a website that offers so much clarity about hs codes. Here, everyday language is turned into accurate hs codes. On the site, you can read case studies to show how their software has been successful in achieving their goals of eliminating commodity reporting errors, ensuring the accuracy in duty payments, and facilitating global trade.

On the website, you can read how the hs code search works. More specific information is provided on how their keyword search engines are more intelligent and expert systems. You can see actual examples of differences between the company and other places. These are pretty amazing to review. Their search engine is an expert, and seeing the differences is very eye opening.

Visiting the site also provides you with revealing information on problems faced by importers and exporters because of inaccurate data leading to inaccurate classifications and resulting in overpayment of duties. You can also learn how their hs tariff classification number system give you a better return on investments once your custom brokers and logistic service providers are able to focus on revenue-sharing activities instead of performing routine classifications that could have been done through this classification system.

Save your business time and money and see how the company can help you today!

Giving Back!

.Here's some very exciting news and it's not a misprint, either. I was so very impressed when I read about what Graphic Technique is doing. Wanting to help others during this very difficult time with the economy, they are making available various templates to help businesses. The Free Website Templates are their way of giving back. Three templates are uploaded as of today using photography that is part of the public domain. More are in the process of being developed. Way to go, Graphic Technique!

The Need for Cool

I am not a sun and heat person. I have the need for shade and cool, and that includes anytime I'm driving my car. At a red light, I've been known to wait three or four car lengths back on a hot day, just to make sure my car is covered by a beautiful shade tree. I can't honestly say the tree is beautiful, but its shade sure is.

When the sun beats down on my car and the mercury is rising, my air conditioning is always. Otherwise, I look like a dripping tub of grease and slime when I reach my destination. Turning on the A/C is like a breath of fresh air in those conditions. I need it, and not just so I can look pretty, but so I can remain fresh and stay healthy.

Make sure your car is in tip top shape for the summertime and that your ac compressor is up to grade. This place has all you need to keep your cooling system running efficiently, and with helpful customer service representatives, they can tend to your every compressor request.

Sounds like a cool deal to me!

The Confidence of a Smile

Our smiles are so important. They give us character and allow us to express our joy of the moment. To keep our smiles the best, there are many products on the market which are designed to keep our teeth their whitest, thus making our smiles the brightest they can be. Nite White Teeth Whitening Kit is one of those products. This item is clinically proven to not only whiten your teeth, but to remineralize them. It actually rebuilds the enamel.

Another product of use in producing the smiles we all love to see is MI Paste. This unique product combines calcium and phosphate to strength the enamel.

You can't forget the power of the brush, either, so that's why we have the rotadent electric toothbrush available as well. I've read about this wonderful tool before. It's a powerful device that cleans under the gum line and in between your teeth. That's what we need to keep our teeth healthy.

The whiter our teeth, the brighter our smiles, and that's because we have the confidence to smile. These whitening devices and others, all of which are dentist approved, are available at the website with their 5% guarantee. This means they will beat any published, retail price by 5%. Now that's worth smiling about!

Just a note or two

You wouldn't believe the thunder and lightning storm we had here in California last night. It was like the midwest, and that's not like us at all. We had cloud-to-cloud, and cloud-to-ground lightning that was just non-stop for hours. For the first few hours, it was just lightning, so it was close. In the middle of the morning, the thunder arrived, scaring my doggies, I might add. The rain was hard, and there was some hail. All the while it's 80 degrees outside. It was just crazy. I honestly don't believe we've ever had that in my lifetime here. It was odd, but what a show it was to watch.

Yesterday was also a hard day because of my black lab. She had two seizures on Tuesday, one at 6:30am and another at 5:30pm. She almost had one about 3:15am the next morning, so I took her for some tests. They did blood work and neurological testing, but everything came back clean. I wish money wasn't an issue so I could get an MRI, but that's a thousand bucks, and I just can't do that. My decision becomes whether or not to start her on phenobarbital, which is what they usually give to seizure-prone dogs that they really don't know what the cause is. That's an expensive proposition as well, I'm just not sure. I'm not feeling confident about not doing. She still seems a little off to me. I just don't know.

My sleep system is all goofed up now ... and I'm off. Have a good day!

Market! Market! Market!

Getting the word out about any business venture isn't always an easy thing to do, but for any company to succeed, marketing must include spreading the word about what you have to offer. The easiest way to do this is to hire a company to do it for you. Endless Resources is one such specialist which can communicate your services or products to potential clients. They can assist you with mail, telemarketing, response, behavioral, and internet driven lists. When you request their help, each of these up-to-date lists will include specific and accurate criterion designed for your business model.

Direct marketing is successful, or it wouldn't be done, but the trick is to out-do your competitors, ensuring that the lists you use are the most accurate for your service or product. Tailoring these lists to your needs is what makes this company a step ahead of other businesses which offer similar opportunities. They are detailed in their concentration of your marketing strategy and goals. Ultimately, by using Endless Resources, you'll lessen your marketing costs while increasing your return on investment.

By linking to the three major credit bureaus, the company is able to provide access to the leading marketing lists available. This is of benefit because they are thus able to be current with today's market. That means you have the best possible data all the time.

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When the Home Needs Some Help

Landscapers can really do a lot to improve your property. I've been researching them lately because I need to make some access changes to both the front and back of my home. I'm really not sure how to go about it, though, which is why it'll be nice to have a qualified landscaper to advise me. My backyard also has some weird water accumulation spots because of how its laid out, and it would be nice to figure out a way of lessening the water buildups there. Of course, I do need to make sure I find a company who has a history of good service and can offer me affordable pricing.

Folks in Georgia might consider a Cumming Landscaper business. This particular one, Robersion's Landscape, has been in business since 1991. On this website, you can read some testimonials, learn more about their philosophy, and also access their broader website that has more pictures and descriptions of the services they offer.

This company does a wide variety of things, including the installation of fire pits, decorative stone walls, trees and shrubs, and of special interest to me at the moment patios and walks. They can make sure that your drainage system keeps your property in its best condition, too, and as I said, I need help with that, too. It's sure good to have a company like this around.

Dreaming of Vegas

Las Vegas! The hot spot of Nevada and home to so much more than their well-known casinos. A family could live happily in any of numerous beautiful homes in the area. I imagine a sprawling ranch-style home with lots of windows to see the beauty of nature through them. It wouldn't need to be fancy really, but big enough to spread out and have rooms decorated to a specific theme. There would be the Swayze room, full of things for my favorite actor, Patrick Swayze, and a stuffed animal room since I have a bunch of those cuddly things and love to display them. Like my doll collection (which would be yet another room), I try to buy a bear or some stuffed animal (dogs area favorite, too) that serves as a reminder of the place where I've been.

Maybe Las Vegas Luxury Real Estate could help me find this perfect house, with room for a office to work from, a decent sized kitchen with all the accessories (we are talking dream house here), and an outdoor patio that has the comfort of being inside but the lightness and air of being outside. They are top notch professionals and know the area very well. Centennial Hills Las Vegas Homes might have something to offer me, too.

Then again, simplicity has a lot going for it, including lower maintenance and upkeep. That's a big plus. With that in mind, I should take a look at SOHO Lofts For Sale. There are some interesting ones. So much to choose from. I need to call the experts who can guide me and help me make the best choice possible!

Unexpected Events

Oh no! I left my keys on the seat of the car. You know, there's no warning buzzer to remind you to pick up your keys that you've put on the seat so you can pick up your purse and briefcase.

Yikes! I was in such a hurry that I ran out the front door, slammed it shut, and headed for the car. I just can't be late, not today. I reach for the door of my car and realize there's nothing in my hands. My keys are on the entranceway table, just waiting for me to pick them up.

Oh my! The neighbors were robbed last night. The thieves got in through the back door. The front door has all kinds of safeguards on it, but not the back door. Ours doesn't, either. It has just a basic lock. I think it's time we installed at least a deadbolt lock there. We could be next.

Oops! That chain lock on the patio door just broke. I'm afraid my significant other just doesn't know his own strength. We need a repair job, today!

All of these scenarios happen over and over again in today's society. We just never know when being in a hurry, feeling distracted, or other factors will result in losing or forgetting our keys. At these moments, a good locksmith may be our only answer. Unfortunately, we don't all think to carry a spare set of keys with us.

Maybe it's just a matter of upgrading the safety of the home, making sure every door is secure so that our families are as safe as they can be.

For all of these services, Dallas Locks is at your disposal, providing high quality locksmithing needs at low prices. They're there for you when you need them!

Beat the heat

As the owner of an older home, I really know the value of being current with windows that are efficient and of great quality. Not all of my windows are, unfortunately. We actually still have antiquated windows that have been in place for decades. In fact, they've been painted over and won't even open. With the advent of high temperatures, over the last couple of years we've finally installed some new windows in the room where it bakes like an oven. What a tremendous difference these windows have made in keeping the heat out during the summer.

Chicago Windows can help you beat the heat this summer, too, and save you money with lower electric or gas bills. Maxrom Construction are reliable and trusted professionals who perform the task at hand with efficiency. They get the job right the first time and on time. They're courteous and respectful, and they like to make their jobs fun while they're there.

On the website, you can read testimonials from satisfied customers, people who say they'll call Maxrom Construction first the next time they need windows, siding soffets, new gutters, or replacement gutters. Their prices are affordable, and as they proudly proclaim, no job is too small. I'd sure love to hire them to put in more windows at my home.

Un-Clutter Me!

Clutter! It might as well be my middle name. I'm a pack rat, and my house is full of things that even my sister calls junk. Of course, her junk is my treasure, and it's not going anywhere. Add to that the fact my house is an accumulation of various relative's hand-me-downs. As it worked out, when one aunt died, we got some of her things. Then my uncle died, and we got a bunch of his things, not to mention possessions and furniture that had been my grandparents. Then my other aunt went into a nursing home and, you got it, some of her things landed here. This house is a hodgepodge of my relatives' furniture and possessions, as well as my things and some of my parents things. Even my sister who complains about my clutter brings me things.

So, what's a clutter-ite to do? Self Storage is one such possibility. I could actually obtain boxes and packing materials from them to help with the non-furniture items. They have just about everything that a person could need. That's half the battle. They're also located in four different states. Among their locations are Self Storage Anaheim CA and Self Storage Albuquerque NM. There's even a location in Florida.

The website allows you to check the pricing and see what's available. There's lots of promotions, too, and these days, promotions help a lot. With all my clutter, I definitely need one of their larger units. It's a good thing they have several sizes to choose from so that I can obtain just the perfect size for me. Self storage to the rescue!

Cooling Down

For me, heat is a major league bummer. I just can't deal with it. What I need is something to cool me down. Sometimes a simple fan works for that. Then there are times that the fan is just blowing hot air. Believe me, that never works. There's also the spritzer water technique -- getting a spray bottle, putting water in it, and spraying yourself to cool down. That works, too. In fact, it works pretty well. The only downside is that you get wet. It doesn't necessarily go over well if you're having company, though. "Would you like a drink? Cookies? Spray bottle?"

The better solution to all of this is to have a working air-conditioning unit in your home. That is the best way to cool yourself down and to stay cool. It's certainly my preferred method. One option is to contact Peoria HVAC and talk to them about possible systems for your home. They can evaluate your home, suggest the best place for vents, and give you an affordable price to cool down your home.

This same company can continue to maintain your unit as the years go by. Proper maintenance is very important to keep your HVAC unit in tip-top shape. Check them out!