CarGuyGarage.com

I don't know about you, but my garage is a mess! I have been trying to figure out what I can do to make it more organized. I keep everything in my garage from holiday decorations to my teaching supplies. Well, I came across a great website, www.CarGuyGarage.com, which carries a complete line of products for the garage. They have anything that I could possibly need to organize my garage from garage storage cabinets to workbenches, flooring and so much more. I never realized there was so much stuff available.

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I love my Senseo coffee pot!

I really lucked out recently. I received an e-mail about taking a survey to possibly qualify to receive a Senseo coffee system for just $15, to cover the cost of shipping and handling. I was a little leery at first. But when I found out it was through the Sara Lee Corporation, I figured it must be on the up and up. So, I took the survey and I qualified for the coffee system. I love it! It normally costs about $60 in the store, so I was thrilled with the price. But, I love the foamy coffee even more. I am really writing to let you know that some offers out there are really legitimate and are worth doing.

Driveway File Sharing

I am learning more and more each day regarding computers and what people are able to do using the internet. Today, I came across a great site, www.driveway.com. Driveway offers the internet user a great place to enable file sharing and collaboration. Users can upload multiple files, up to a maximum limit of 500 MB per file. What makes this even better is that it is a free file sharing service. Most e-mail services have limits on the size of files that could be uploaded. However, Driveway Plug-in allows users to upload and share files and folders that would normally be considered too large to be sent via e-mail. After downloading and installing the application, one can instantly start using the service to create Parkit links, which can be created to allow the user to send large files. The other day, I had a problem e-mailing a file because it was too large. Now I know of a place I can go to send those large files. Another thing I found out about Driveway is that it has web widgets for file/folder sharing. This is an easy way to view and share multiple files, such as audio, video, or pictures. In addition, Driveway has fast uploads and free storage up to 2GB.

I'll never get ahead!

I'm a teacher, as you probably already realized if you read some of my earlier posts. Our district just approved a new contract with about a 5% raise, more or less. Anyway, that does not mean everyone gets that amount--it means that is the average. Some people could end up with more and some people could end up with less. I'm not sure what mine will actually end up being but I know it does not cover the cost of living increase down here in South Florida. Well, we all know the cost of gas keeps increasing. I just saw on the internet that the cost of groceries is also going up. I came home to a notice in my mailbox from my car insurance company that the cost of car insurance may go up. It seems like I am always taking one step forward only to end up going two steps backwards. Like I said, I'll never get ahead!

Dial A Flight

If you live in the U.K., Dial A Flight is the perfect choice for your traveling needs. The professionals there will help you plan a trip to just about any place that you would like to visit. Dial A Flight has a great selection of beach holidays that would make anybody happy. Does Hawaii, Tahiti, or the Bahamas sound good to you? Those are just a few of the destinations that Dial A Flight has to offer. If it is a spa holiday you're looking for, Dial A Flight can send you on a Caribbean trip to a relaxing spot, such as Antigua, Jamaica or St. Lucia. If you would rather have an Asian spa holiday, you can relax in beautiful place like Bali or Bangkok. Maybe it is a city break that would be the thing for you. If so, why not book a trip to Montreal, Mexico City or Miami. There are many more choices of destinations than those that have been mentioned. So contact Dial A Flight today to find out what all they have to offer and, before you know it, you can be on a trip to remember!

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Life Lesson

This week, the students at my school will be getting a life lesson in regards to voting. We are in the process of having a student council election. Five third grade students are running for secretary, five fourth grade students, including one of my students, are running for vice president and six fifth grade students are running for president. Well, today the voting started with a glitch. The ballot did not have my student's name on it. Four or five classes had already voted. So it was decided to show the students how, because of a problem in the voting system, that part of the election will be voided and those classes will have to vote again on a proper ballot. We decided that this would teach the students that elections should always be done fairly and properly.

A Beach Cruiser--The Perfect Gift

You may think you have a long time until Christmas, but it will be here before you know it! Now is time to be thinking about the perfect gifts. My daughter told me yesterday what she wants for Christmas--a beach cruiser. She is a college student and lives in an area where a bicycle would some times be more practical than a car. And, besides that, she has been wanting to exercise more, so a beach cruiser would be the perfect gift. XYZ Bikes has a great selection of beach cruisers. That's not all XYZ Bikes has to offer. If you are looking to make some money, XYZ Bikes has a great Beach Cruisers Affiliate/Reseller Program. Just by putting banners on your website, you can make some money. So whether you are looking for a beach cruiser or looking for some extra money you should go to XYZ Bikes.

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A New Secret Sound!

I can't believe it. No one could figure out what the secret sound was. So the people at MySecretSound.com have put the sound in a vault to save for some special occasion. Now there is a new sound and I have no idea what it is either. Why not give it a try by clicking on the link on the right side of my page and listening to the sound yourself. You could win $2,000!

Weight Loss Surgery- JourneyLite

If you are overweight and have tried different diets and treatments that have not worked, Lap-Band obesity surgery by JourneyLite may be the answer for you. At the JourneyLite website you can access videos and information to help you in making a decision. If you think you are interested in the Lap-Band surgery, you can contact JourneyLite so that you can be evaluated to see if it is a program for you. If you qualify, they will help you find an experienced surgeon and also help you with insurance approval. It is not an "overnight" fix. It is one that takes commitment. But with JourneyLite, they want you to succeed and to be healthier and happier, so they have extensive follow-up and aftercare, plus you will have access to support groups, message boards, success tips, nutrition information, recipes and more.

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Broward County School Employees--Beware!

I work for a school in Broward County, Florida. Every week since I've gotten back to school in August, someone I know has been affected by death. At my school alone, there has been the deaths of the relatives of four employees which include two sisters, a brother and an aunt--all within about a month and a half. I just found out that, at my previous school, there was the death of a teacher's husband who was only in his early 20's. I mentioned a few weeks ago about a friend of mine who was a member of the same church as me who passed away. Well, she also was a Broward School employee. I pray for all of the families who have been affected by these losses.

Graphic Design

Wildfire Marketing Group is an excellent source if you are a business in need of a professional to help you with graphic design and more. It is very important to have the right company to help you in this area. They have to be able to create something that does what you want it to do. Do you want your design to convey a message or are you trying to persuade a buyer? Wildfire can create the perfect design for you and help you in so many ways, whether it be with print media such as brochures, posters and signs, to designing your logo and your web site. You need to check them out to see all the ways that they can be of service to you.

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Celebrities Opinions

Why do people want to know what celebrities think on certain issues? Why are their opinions even valued? I really don't understand it. What makes these people experts on the issues? It really bugs me when a celebrity has the stage, so to speak, and then spews out a ranting either for something or against something. It is like we are a captive audience and we have no choice but to listen to what they have to say. When a celebrity does that, it definitely affects my opinion of them. Oh yeah, we could change the channel, walk by the magazine stand with blinders on, and not subscribe to an internet service that has news on its homepage, but that would be very hard to do.

Five Free Hours of International Phone Calls!

Now that I've gotten your attention, let me tell you about a great international calling card called Pingo. It is the only international calling card you'll ever need. Pingo is a service of iBasis, a leading international wholesale carrier, which is one of the largest carriers of international phone calls in the world. In fact, iBasis has some well-known customers, such as AT&T and Verizon. It also has major overseas carriers as customers. With Pingo international calling cards, you will not have to worry about hidden fees. That has been a problem with other calling cards. You can use your Pingo card in 35 countries with great rates to India. Plus, it can be automatically recharged. If you are a cell phone user, Pingo Mobile can save you up to 90% on international cell phone calls. And if all that isn't enough, Pingo goes even farther with RateWatcher™ which lets you know if you're really getting the cheapest phone card rate. Pingo is also all you could possibly need for discount long distance in the U. S. It has great rates with a low monthly charge.

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Would you go to a restaurant that only had one car in the parking lot?

Really! I want to know that answer. My son and I were on our way to Lum's, a restaurant that has been a South Florida icon for many years. There used to be several locations down here, but now there is only one. So anyway, we drove up to the restaurant and there was only one car in the lot. We decided to drive on by. Would you go in or would you have done what we did and go to another restaurant?

Piano Chords Blog

If you are interested in free piano lessons covering piano chords, chord progressions and more, there is a great Piano Chords Blog with loads of information and lessons. The archives are full of music theory and informative videos with step by step lessons. After checking out the site, I think I am going to try my hand at learning how to play the piano. I love to write songs--it would be so much better if I could play the piano, too. On this blog, I read about a 94 year old man who learned how to play. If he can, I can, too!

Okay--I love Florida most of the time!

I know I am always saying how much I love Florida--especially South Florida. But, right now I'm about ready for some cool weather. I just worked out in the yard for less than an hour and I am drenched--and it wasn't raining! It definitely is a good beach day, so I suppose there are a lot more people happy that it is hot, than not! I guess I'll just have to deal with it.

Good Reading Tutors!

Good Reading Tutors can be hard to come by. I have been searching for one to help my child pass a standardized reading test. In my search, I found Score Educational Centers, a part of the Kaplan, Inc. As a teacher, I know how important it is to have someone qualified to help your child if he or she needs help in the area of reading. I have seen students raise their report card grades and receive higher test scores due to receiving help by trained tutors. It seems to me, after my search, that Score Educational would be a good choice for my child.

Why I Love South Florida!

South Florida can be amazing! I never know what kind of wildlife I may encounter down here. I love being able to go out in my front yard and watch a Great Egret, also known as a White Heron, looking for a meal. It did not even seem to be bothered by my presence. What a site!

(Yes, it looks like my front yard is a jungle. It definitely needs to be manicured.)

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Black Friday!

What do you do the day after Thanksgiving, also known as Black Friday? I know what a lot of people do, including me--that is, to shop! But I don't spend my time any more standing in long lines at the malls and dealing with the art of trying to find a parking space. Then, most of the time, by the time you make it to the store--they are out of the item you desperately wanted. That just isn’t all that much fun. What I like to do is to get up early on that Friday, make myself some coffee, then sit down in a comfortable chair with my laptop. I love getting good Thanksgiving deals without leaving the comfort of my home. I just found out about this great site that will help make this shopping experience even better. It is www.black-friday.net. This site actually offers email alerts to let you know when new Black Friday ads have been posted to the site. Shoppers will also be able to purchase some of those most wanted items through the Black Friday site. I know I will be able to get some great Sears deals by going to the Black Friday site. There are several other stores where I'm sure I'll be shopping for great Thanksgiving deals. You should check out the site.

My Dad would be proud!

Last night, while using the garbage disposal, I felt water hitting my leg. I looked under the sink and the pipe coming out of the garbage disposal had come loose from another pipe and water was spraying out (along with junk that was supposed to be going down the drain). Anyway, the other side of the sink had become clogged causing the area around the disposal to "come undone". Well, after using the plunger, then a drain product, then plunging again--the clog finally broke up. But the pipes were still not operational. I went to Home Depot today and got a piece of pipe that had clamps on both ends to put the pipe back together again. Of course, it was not the right size. So, not wanting to go back to the store, I went out into my garage and started scavenging around. I found 2 metal clamps, courtesy of my dad's old stash of whatnots, and a bicycle tire tube. I cut off a small piece of the tube and used it to connect the two pipes, securing it with the clamps. I don't mind telling you--I'm proud of myself for handling the problem. Yes, my dad would be proud.

I love my digital camera!

Actually, I like it a lot. It is an Olympus Camedia D-535. I would love one, like the Nikon D300, that has more capabilities--but, for now, I am going to keep on using and enjoying the one I have. As a teacher, it is great to be able to take pictures of the class and immediately use the pictures on projects and bulletin boards. The students always love seeing themselves in the pictures. It is also great using a digital camera on trips. I took an awesome trip to St. Louis in March. Looking at the Arch out of my hotel window was great. What made it even better was the morning I looked out and saw a double rainbow right next to the arch. Immediately, I knew had a fantastic picture. I didn't have to wait to get my pictures developed only to find out I did not get a good shot which has happened to me before--several times. I'll never go back to a film camera--digital is the only way!

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Blog Catalog

About a month ago, I joined blogcatalog.com. Since then, I have met, in cyberspace, many bloggers with a wealth of information about any topic you can think of. In addition, I have seen some beautiful artwork by various artists who use their blogs to display their work. As a new blogger, I did not know anything about blogs, etc. By joining Blog Catalog, I have learned a lot.

Payperpost: Still Loving It!

I have been posting for Payperpost for about 2 months and I love it! Even though I have not made a ton of money, I'm on my way! Once I get more traffic to my blog, I'll be able to take better opportunities. Then the payment I'll receive for blog ads will grow and grow. Through Payperpost, I have made new friends who have the knowledge I need to help open the door for those better opportunities. I go to their blogs and take in great information. I love Payperpost because I can make money while I do what I love to do--writing and sitting on my comfy recliner at the end of a busy day at work. I love Payperpost because I just made an Ebay purchase and it did not seem like it cost me anything because the purchase was paid for through my PayPal account which is being supplied with money by Payperpost! So if you have a blog, you should think about becoming part of the Payperpost postie family! If you don't have a blog, start one today--and before you know it, you can be posting for Payperpost.

My Secret Sound

I can't believe it. No one has guessed the secret sound at My Secret Sound yet. Why not try guessing the sound yourself by clicking on the ad on the side of my blog. I've already made several unsuccessful guesses, from a pinball machine ball release lever to a release door at the gallows. I need to find out what that sound is. Maybe you can help me before I go insane!

Online Security for Event Registrations

When you make event registrations or purchases on line, do you worry about security? I know that if I owned a business and was planning an event, I would want the registrants to be able to make an event registration with peace of mind. RegOnline.com is the only registration company to hold a rank of Level 1 PCI compliance. That compliance is as good as it gets. Not only do they have the highest possible encryption for credit card info, they also have regular testing and monitoring of networks. The list goes on. I know that today, with so much identity theft going on, I always pay attention to how much security a website has before I make any financial transactions. So if the site has the highest level, such as RegOnline.com, I would feel at ease making those transactions. In fact, I have not made reservations or made a purchase online before if I thought there was any chance that the site was not secure. Security means more to me than the speed or ease of the site when it comes to online transactions. I'd rather take more time to make a purchase allowing the transaction to be secure, then take less time and having the chance of a breach in security. Check out www.regonline.com and see how easy event registrations can be and all the extras they offer at a great price.

Physical Education

Remember P.E.? When I was a kid many years ago, I had P.E. every day at school. Some things I loved to do--however, other things, such as square dancing and rope climbing, I hated. For the past several years, P.E. in South Florida has just been a once-a-week activity. Well, now, due to a new Florida law, elementary school teachers are supposed to provide their students with 30 minutes of P.E. every day. Hey, I didn't sign up for that!!!! For one thing, I am not young and chipper. (Yes, you read me right--chipper!) Another thing, every day it seems like I'm sending one of the students to the clinic for ice. These kids aren't used to this much exercise! (Me either!) It can't be recess, either. It has to be a formal P.E. activity with regular lesson plans. There is one good thing--maybe I'll lose some weight!!!!

Florida Home Mortgages

Florida residents, have you ever tried searching for Florida mortgages? I have found the perfect website to help locate quotes for a Florida Mortgage. At ehomemortgages.com you can complete an easy application requesting quotes for different kinds of Florida home loans. Whether you want a home mortgage, to refinance or to get a home equity loan, quotes are just a few clicks away. If you are looking for Florida mortgage brokers, there are pages and pages of available brokers. There has to be some available in your area. Why not check out ehomemortgages.com today?

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September 11th

Tomorrow is September 11th. It is so hard to believe it has been six years ago since the terrible events happened in the U.S. I'm sure most of you remember what you were doing on that fateful day. I was teaching--actually walking my students to the restroom when the school secretary walked up to me and said there had been attacks on the World Trade Center. While the students were at P.E., I turned the t.v. on to find out information for myself. I was watching in horror at the events, but I was not prepared to watch what happened next--the collapse of the first tower--and then the second. During about that same time, I found out those were not the only tragedies. The Pentagon and the other crash in Pennsylvania were also part of this horrific terror attack. I remember for about the first month after these events, people were actually nice to each other. Each morning on the way to work, I had to make a left turn in the middle of a ton of bumper to bumper traffic. Before 9/11, I had to try to squeeze in because no one would let me in. Right after 9/11, everybody wanted to let me in. Then about a month later, I was back to trying to squeeze in. At first, I thought that people had started valuing life so much more and were wanting to make the most of the life they have. It is a shame a tragedy has to happen for people to really want to show real kindness to one another. Don't get me wrong, I know lots and lots of people who are wonderful and kind to everyone they come in contact with. I'm talking about those people who will not let you in while in traffic, those who will not hold the door open for you, the ones who get bent out of shape over little things, etc. I know I need to work on many things to be a kinder person to those people I come in contact with--how about you?

More about Score Educational Centers

Have you ever tried to teach your own child? I know some people are home schoolers and are very able to work with their own children. However, there are a lot of people who do not have the patience to work with their own kids--especially when it comes to math! I teach, but I found it difficult to maintain my sanity when working with my youngest son on math homework. He has always struggled with math and, even though I could help him, he did not want me to help him. I'm sure many of you can relate to what I am saying. That is why it is best with some children to use qualified Math Tutors instead of trying to do the work yourself. The tutors at Score Educational Centers, a part of Kaplan, Inc., will not only help your child improve in math, they will help your child build up his/her confidence as a student.

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212 Degrees--The Extra Degree

I was just sent an e-mail that had a link to this very thought provoking movie. I liked it so much I added it to my blog. It definitely makes you think.




Follow this link if you want to see a full screen version: 212 Degrees

Always Use Coupon Chief!

It won't be long until the holiday season so now is the time to start shopping. Don't forget, before shopping, always check out Coupon Chief to see if there are any promo codes for your favorite store. I just went to the site and I found several of my favorite stores. The first one I came upon was for Old Navy coupons. One coupon is for free shipping with a $50 order and another is for $5 shipping for any size order--a little or a lot! What a way to start that holiday shopping with great Old Navy coupons! I also found great Hickory Farms coupons, too! Why shop at the mall when you can go online and use some great Hickory Farms coupons? Right now there is 25% off any order. I'm getting hungry just thinking about all the delicious things I can get there at a discount. So don't forget, before shopping online, always use Coupon Chief.

Don't be Grumpy!

If you're grumpy, this could happen to you!