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Free Chocolate-Yes, Free Chocolate 2007-08-28 07:40:00 Nestle is giving away 2000 free Nestle Crunch Crisp chocolate bars between 9 and 5 PM daily.You can take (or skip) a little survey and provide your e-mail address. You can then print a coupon to get your little pick-me-up.Note you don't have to provide a lot of personal information (and can select SKIP Survey) to get this. Ooops, I think I am salivating all over my keyboard.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Chocolate
Frugal Hacks Galore 2007-08-23 02:51:00 So, do YOU have a Frugal
idea or hack? Check out the new Frugal Hacks site!There is information and a community of people with far more brilliant ideas, tips and tricks awaiting you.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
Spreading Love and Niceness 2007-09-02 21:11:00 I am oh-so humbled. I got some lovin' and some niceness all in one day.Head Gaggler of The Nelson Gaggle apparently luvs my blog and has given me the Luv Your Blog award. Why thank you Mrs. Gaggler!The award is to seek out and discover blogs that are a little more unique.The best part? Ahh yes, spreading the love to:1- Nap Warden of The Chronicles of a SAHM. Her posts are downright fun and is the girl you swear you went to high school with.2- Slouching Mom of Slouching Towards 40. She is sincere, poetic, funny and you never know just what to expect next.3- GHD of So What Do You All Day? She is so honest in her storytelling you swear the post was about you.4- Jess of Oh The Joys. The woman is a professional storyteller. And absolutely hilarious. She's my daily-cup-of-joke.5- Canape of Don't Take The Repeats. She's the best, sincerest, most loyal friend you always wished for. Her posts are beautiful, truthful and witty.And the Nap Warden of The Chronicles of a SAHM thinks I'm nice.
That Was Then, This Is Now 2007-09-02 11:48:00 I have always loved math and science. I favored having a theory or a finite solution to apply or derive.I credit my brother who works at NASA for exposing me to far-out theories and hands-on experiments. I remember watching my first shuttle launch and actually feeling my blood race with excitement through out my entire body, just waiting for my heart to burst into a tiny million pieces.LiveScience published a report called The Top 5 Myths About Girls and Science. These myths are obviously all false. STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering and MathMyth 1- Boys are more interested in science than girls in school.Myth 2- Promoting STEM to girls, indirectly turns off boys.Myth 3- Science and math teachers don't favor boys. Arrrrghhh.Myth 4- Parents can't motivate girls to take interest in science.Myth 5- Changing STEM curriculum in college is too risky. Sink or swim.I was 1 of only 4 girls to graduate with a Computer Science degree in 1995. That was then, this is now and things, they are
It's Confirmed 2007-09-01 11:41:00 Not that I was wondering (denial, denial, denial) but based on these latest findings, I am not depressed. Take that!The London based study found that Moms who carry or cradle their children on their right side could be at a higher risk of depression.According to the study, there is no explanation why and the findings are not absolute. Insert frown here. Huh?Why don't these people go find a cure for cancer instead? Ok, I'm stepping off my podium now.I'm just saying.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Confirmed
Unleash Your Artistic Self 2007-08-31 21:58:00 You. Yes you. Go ahead and unleash your inner artistic self. Create some beautiful Jackson Pollack art online.Hint: Just start moving your mouse. Click the left mouse button to change colors and hit the space bar to wipe your canvas clean.It's very addicting. Below is my masterpiece. Starting bid is $4 million. Any takers? Don't make me resort to eBay!Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Artistic
Note To Self 2007-08-30 15:33:00 Self,Stop opening up all the cabinets and drawers with reckless abandon. They are were all child-proofed. Until you broke the latches. Again.When will you learn? Put this on each drawer until you learn. I am so disappointed in you.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
13 Items Hubby Does While I Blog 2007-09-27 11:57:00 Bless my husband's heart for putting up with me and my little blogging addiction. Here are 13 things he's does while I read your blogs. 1- Asks "how much longer?"2- Asks "Can I borrow the laptop to check ESPN?" I politely decline.3- Watches ESPN, FoxSports and The Golf Channel.4- Reads the sport section in the newspaper.5- Reads books (about golf).6- Gets out his work laptop to check ESPN and the injury reserve lists.7- Looks at me and shakes his head.8- Cleans his golf clubs.9- Calls his Dad to discuss recent sporting events.10- Occasionally reads my posts and, again, shakes his head.11- Downloads Fantasty Football podcasts to his work laptop.12- Reads ESPN magazine.13- Not so patiently repeats "How much longer?"So, what does your significant other do while you blog?Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Items
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Keeping Your Stove Top Clean 2007-09-25 22:06:00 The next time your stove top is dirty (like when a pot runneths over when you turn your back just for an instant) - try using a Mr. Clean
Magic Eraser to clean it up. We used to purchase the expensive specially formulated stove top cleaner but really had to work hard to remove the gunk.The Magic Eraser truly works wonders with a little water and WITHOUT needing any elbow grease! Now that's my kind of cleaning! It works for me!Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
My Therapist - Dr. Dyson 2007-09-25 20:49:00 As we all know (and as Bono himself sang) some days are better than others.When I'm stressed out, overwhelmed or even just in a funk, I make a date with my therapist. Often daily meetings are required. I remember coming home from the hospital after giving birth and needing him within a few hours. I also usually rely on him before family arrives. Even cranky baby days will force me to him.Let me introduce you to my therapist. Dr. Dyson
. He's dependable. He doesn't talk. And he does the job.Now why I enjoy vacuuming, a completely brainless activity, I'll never know. Yes, enjoy.It started because my golden retriever sheds 14 pounds of fur daily. But now that I actually look forward to vacuuming...well, I'll just chalk it up to "a quirk". Likely one of many.And check this out. I might have to buy this for myself Bear for Christmas. A mini toy Dyson. Oh, if only it really worked. My son already mows the carpet, why not vacuum it! What were they thinking!So come on, what's your brainl Read more:Therapist
An Eagle Landed On My Blog 2007-09-25 01:49:00 Is it just me, or are bloggers receiving as many accolades as actors these days?Brad Egel (a world renowned SAHD) of The Egel's Nest awarded little ole me with a little bloggy bling. Thanks for the assisted hatching Brad!Without further adieu, I am passing the Eagle
award onto some new blog friends and visitors. All of which are unique and egg-sellent in their own way. I do sincerely appreciate all your visits and comments! And since I don't keep a blogroll, it is new reader appreciation day. So wear your award and pass it on!In alphabetical order:Alex Year OneBees and Boo BoosGohn CrazyHydes Like UsLaughter, Love, MadnessMagpie MusingMama's MoonOne Day At a TimeOrnery of Miller ManorReality of a BratSAHMmy SaysSara and Jordan UpdatesThe Mother LoadThe Ramblings of a WomanThoughts of an Everyday MotherThis Examined LifeThree and HoldingThree Day BlogTrying To Catch UpTuesday UpdateWhee All The Way HomeYou Bet Your Sweet BippySubscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
Get Ready Bdonk-A-Donk Butt 2007-09-24 14:50:00 Our house is getting smaller and the toys are getting bigger. We need a playroom and we need it yesterday.I'm not sure why relatives feel the need to continually buy us over-sized, non-collapsible toys. My sister, bless her heart not her mind, got our son a full-size tent with connecting tunnels and mazes for his first birthday. Adding insult to injury, he loves the thing.Out of the corner of my eye, I saw her sheepishly snicker when we opened the present and realized exactly how big the monstrosity was. It consumes the entire living room.Undoubtedly, she considers it as payback for all the noisy-without-volume-control-containing-1-million-parts-and-10,000-stickers- requiring-2-days-to-assemble-and-14-batteries toys we've bought their children over the years.With the housing market being what it is, we've decided to remodel a portion of our basement to add living space rather than look for a new house.And we've decided to do some of the work ourselves. Gulp. This frightens me to no
15 Seconds To Showtime 2007-09-23 20:51:00 According to this super scientific 5 question test, the muppet I most resemble is Scooter. First Bert, now Scooter. I think I'm going to develop a self-image problem pretty soon.I wonder if we could re-assemble the entire Muppet gang? Or at least account for Piggy, Kermie or my favorite - Fozzie Bear?So, what muppet are you?Brainy and knowledgable, you are the perfect sidekick. You're always willing to lend a helping hand. In any big event or party, you're the one who keeps things going. "15 seconds to showtime!"Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Seconds
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Haiku Friday - Ode To Sleep 2007-09-21 14:12:00 I finally slept8 consecutive hoursI'm a new womanA spring in my stepThis haiku better not jinx meFirst time in a yearSubscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Haiku
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Today. It Sucks Rocks. 2007-09-20 21:11:00 Pardon the whining, but today I have to get 85 stitches removed from my mouth and find out if my gum skin graft took. If it didn't, I can rinse and repeat the whole procedure. And no, I can't get the gas. I asked. They laughed.I'm just saying.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Today
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13 Viewers Choice Selections 2007-09-20 14:11:00 I'm sick of yakking about myself already. This Thursday, I want to know what you like. Of the 13 selections below, which do you like or are awaiting to watch?[blogpoll ended]Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Choice
Awaiting Autumn's Arrival 2007-09-19 14:19:00 Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Autumn
Self: Get The Nitrous Oxide 2007-09-18 13:42:00 Last week I had gum surgery. Before I went under I was given the choice to receive Nitrous Oxide
(laughing gas) to just "relax a little".I am offered this so infrequently, that I really wasn't sure if it was worthwhile. But since I rarely treat myself anymore, I decided to go for it. My big day out on the town. What the heck.Besides, she had me at "Relax".Self: when offered this in the future, always opt in for the nitrous oxide. I know the music being played was Josh Groban, I know there was a picture of a lovely beach on the ceiling and then I remember thinking this level of relaxation was far better than any spa treatment.Then I woke up. The party was over and pain was knocking at the door. But now, oh I can't wait for my next dental appointment. Even if they're only cleaning my teeth, I'm asking for the gas!Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
Random Interview 2007-09-17 23:29:00 SAHMmy of SAHMmy Says had this little blog go-around. Below are the questions she asked me and my answers to them.Leave me a comment saying “Interview me.” I will respond by emailing you five questions. I get to pick the questions. If you don’t have a valid email address on your blog, please provide one. You will update your blog with a post containing your answers to the questions. You will include this explanation and an offer to interview someone else in the same post. When others comment asking to be interviewed, you will ask them five questions.So are you brave enough to be interviewed? Come on . . . step right up. Any volunteers?1. What Works for Marital Bliss?Marital Bliss Equation = Respect + Love + (Humor)² - Nagging2. Your home is on fire! For which three things without a heartbeat do you brave smoke inhalation to rescue?Our son, our pets and our backup hard drive.3. What pre-Bear advice did you give a harried Mama that might impel you to sucker-punch someone were they Read more:Random
OMG - What Have I Done? 2007-09-17 13:25:00 I have a knack for learning things the hard way.Since Bear was 5 months old, I've sat him in his Bumbo chair on the counter top of our kitchen island while I prepped his food right next to him. Without any drama. Just the way I like it.Last week, I turned my back. Just for an instant. To put yogurt back into the fridge. And then I heard a thud followed by a scream.Bear somehow got out of Bumbo and landed on the hardwood floor.Oh God, he's paralyzed. What have I done.He landed in a crawling position. Unharmed. Within 5 minutes he was crawling, walking, clapping and laughing. I on the other hand, started to shake uncontrollably. And 5 nights later, the visual and the panicked feeling is still firmly velcro'd to my head and heart.I know I shouldn't have turned my back. I know I shouldn't have put Bumbo on the counter. I know I am eternally lucky he wasn't hurt.I've been agonizing over this since it happened. It truly does only take an instant. Just like your Mom always told you it
Roots and Branches 2007-09-16 13:01:00 Saving the world, one seedling a a time.We thought it would be fun to plant a small tree in honor of Bear's first birthday. To watch it grow. To play in its' shade someday. To marvel at its' beauty 30 years from now. So we've planted some roots and we're waiting for branches. From the tree and from Bear.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
Plastic 2007-09-15 00:10:00 This plastic fella just found out he's not toxic. That explains his big smile.Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Plastic
Haiku Fridays - The Stink Edition 2007-09-14 09:06:00 Bye Diaper GenieOur relationship is doneRefills too costly.Hello Diaper ChampI have great expectationsPlease keep the stink out.Wanna play along? Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Haiku
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Dental Work + Soft Foods = Crabby 2007-09-13 23:50:00 I'm having gum surgery today. I have to get a skin graft from the roof of my mouth to replace my lower gumline. Yay for me. But. The worst part is I have to eat soft foods (no straw, no chewing) for one entire month following surgery. Let me repeat, soft foods for one month. Oh. the. horror. I like me crunchy food! A lot. My last supper will consist of doritos, cheetos, chocolate chips and some hard candy.The best part is I'll be knocked out during surgery, so I'm hoping to finally catch up on some sleep. I fear the crabbiness odometer will be spiked for dear hubby by the end of week day 1. Needless to say, I've compiled a list of soft foods for any other poor soul looking for the same type of information.May I preface this list with a big fat bleh. BLEH! *Tacos (arrrgh)*Nachos (doh)*Ice-cream*Oatmeal*Fruit smoothies*Pureed veggies*Pureed chicken*Soup*Broth*Well-cooked rice*Mashed potatoes*Sweet potatoes*Scrambled eggs*Quiche (heh-heh)*Waffles*Pancakes*Pudding*Cream of Whe Read more:Foods
13 Signs Of Middle Age 2007-09-13 21:43:00 1- You become (too) particular about lawn maintenance.2- Your back goes out more than you do.3- When people call after 8PM, they ask if you were already sleeping.4- You begin to hum to elevator music.5- You actually use the dashboard/digital compass in your car.6- You complain about gasoline and milk prices.7- Date night consists of renting in movies.8- You complain about MTV no longer playing any videos.9- You're rather proud of your mini-van.10- You regularly watch news programs.11- You're aware of IRA's, interest rates and pension plans.12- You watch Local on the 8's on The Weather Channel.13- You worry too often. And begin to think your parents were right.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Middle Age
The Bird Of Paradise - Maui 2007-09-12 23:38:00 Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed. Read more:Paradise
Keeping Bees Away 2007-09-12 13:14:00 Tis the season and I'm not talking ho-ho-ho.We have bees everywhere right now. A trick we've learned to keep the bees away is to spray Avon's Skin So Soft. Apparently Avon re-formulated the SSS lotion to contain sunscreen and insect repellent.We frequently have bees hanging around our hummingbird feeders and by our patio table.By simply spraying Skin So Soft in an inconspicuous area really does keep them away. We've even spray it on the back of our son's coat in the fall to keep the bees off of him.It works for me! Click here to subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.Subscribe to the What Works For Us feed.
9-11: Beyond Words 2007-09-11 11:54:00 "There's been a horrific accident."I was sitting in my office listening to Sara McLachlan's Building a Mystery, programming a software application when a co-worker rushed in and softly muttered those words the morning of September 11th. I knew when we couldn't load cnn.com or msnbc.com it was something bigger. The rest we all know is tragically, history.From business trips to broadway get-aways, many NYC excursions ended with a trip to the World Trade Center observation deck to marvel at the magnificent NYC skyline. So shortly after the 9-11 attacks we paid homage to sacred Ground Zero. To pay our respects. To see for ourselves. The sight, smell and sounds of Ground Zero was and still is indescribable. Yet permananetly etched in my mind. I can't begin to articulate something that is beyond words. Bigger than words.So on this 9-11 anniversary I am sharing photos of our Ground Zero homage. The pictures speak more than I could ever begin to. The sacred ground where the World T Read more:Words
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