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With all that is going on in the world, I heard this song yesterday and absolutely love the message, the lyrics, the simple melody, the calmness of it. I said to hubby - "This is a beautiful message I wish I had told my sons , well my girl too, years ago. Maybe I should do this as a Music Monday and share it with them now!" As you all know, I have not been blogging for a while now, and so when he agreed I was a bit surprised! He is all for completely unplugging these days, with all the hacking, the people out there that can just steal your identity, and use the things you share against you. So I have been mainly quiet. Though with the current political circus going, on I have had to work hard to hold my toungue, for fear of unwelcome comments and unneccessary online drama. But to this he agreed, as he loved this message too. And he feels just as strongly as I do about what I hint at below. All I will say about it is that is is a sad day when a man is rewarded for sexua...

Wow. I haven't really had a lazy weekend like this one in ages. The weather took a turn, and we have had stormy and chilly weather. Not like the East Cost of the US chilly, but darn chilly for a tropical island. And it has really sapped the motivation. You would think I would be all - "It is perfect wogging weather! I am so getting out there to wog!!"  But nope. Nothing. I glance at the shoes, that is it. I guess it is good to just be lazy some weekends. And when it is rainy and gray and cool, it is quite nice to stay cuddled up on the couch under a blanket.  I even relaxed enough to have this dream, a dream that I remember, and had a content hopeful feeling to it!  It was a running dream. I have them somtimes, particularly when I haven't been running or wogging. So the dream goes: I go for a run. And I am running down some street or up some hill, breathing  heavy and everything. Feels Like I am really running, except I always feel great and fast in my drea...

Which do you tend to do? Me? Well, if you read this blog at all, you will be able to guess. I would say I tend to do BOTH, but I do tend to procrastinate in getting things crossed off the list.  If you aren't sure what I am talking about, you may want to click here for how I am always running late , click  here for the times I am losing track of the days , and click  here for what to do if you waste an entire morning (I have done that a few times you see.....). Specifically, procrastination is something that plagues me regularly. I do tend to complain about it, too. If you need proof, click here for one complaint in October , and I actually did two posts in November, here for blaming writer's block , and here for vowing to give up this talent of procrastination I seem to possess.  It's not that I don't try! I DO have lists , plans, I have good intentions!  In fact, just this week, I made a list, and planned what day I would...

It's not an easy task, shopping for men. But we all have to do it, at least once a year. Here are some great ideas for your men from Zibbet. Practical ones, sophisticated ones, silly ones.  Tightie Whitie Mens Underwear Adorable Charms  by Chubby Chico Charms Vintage 1970s McCalls 3436 Sewing Pattern Mens Classic Retro Pants  by Sew Mrs P Mens Necktie in Bright Blue Cotton Print   by White Cross Designs Gray and Black Mohawk Hat  by Unexpected Treasure Men's Stimulating Scalp Massage  by Beazers Garden Ultimate Campfire Gadget for Men  by Grate Outdoor Solutions Money Clip  by Glass Half Full MEN AT WORK - Tiny Holographic English Pin  by Portable Graffiti I actually had so much fun looking I have a whole other post planned. So stay tuned......

Tracy, proud owner of Braggin Rights Bath, is proud to say  'you shouldn't have to spend a fortune  to feel like a million bucks'.   With her luscious products and excellent price points,  she give us a great place to come to feel pampered. This week's Featured Artisan is Tracy Cornell - Braggin' Rights Bath! Indulge yourself in luxurious bath salts, body butter, bath bombs & yummy soaps! You deserve to spoil yourself! You can find Tracy on: Website Etsy Facebook Twitter Grab the code for your blog HERE Old Fashioned Barber Shoppe Soap I am adding this to my 'must haves' - for hubby and son. It is hard to find a nice soap for shaving, and they both go the old fashioned way with the brush and soap. This will be a perfect little gift for fathers day, and to go in the college care package. Check out her shop, and I bet you can find a little something to feel like a million bucks, without breaking the bank.

Are you not the fish tank type of person, but still like little creatures to look at? Are you fascinated with organisms and other worlds?  Do you have that difficult someone to buy for on your gift list that has 'everything' and/or wants nothing?  I know several people like this, and Christmas is a particularly difficult time to try to find a gift for these types.  The Ecosphere enclosed ecosystem photo courtesy of Ecosphere Associates, Inc. A gift that is interesting, intriguing, of living organisms that require virtually no maintenance, that will provided years of awe and wonder is the perfect solution to this gift giving dilemma.  What on earth am I talking about? How about a self-contained ecosystem? Our Ecosphere - with cleaning magnet The Ecosphere Close-up of shrimp, photo courtesy of Ecosphere Associates, Inc. Although of this world, they use space age developments that were initiated by NASA. They are completely contained ecosys...

Are you a list person? Are you lost in the store without a list? Do you write a list and then misplace it and have to start over? Do you think of something you need and then forget what it was by the time you get the pen and paper? This was me last year. I would start a grocery list, put it somewhere, think of something else to put on it, and not be able to find the list, then forget what it was I was going to put on it when I eventually found the list. Noticing my struggles with lists, my angel of a husband gave me The Smart Shopper for Christmas last year. At first, I thought it was frivolous, a luxury item we certainly shouldn't be spending our limited budget on. But then I tried it. And I can't believe how much easier it made my life! I LOVE IT!!  My Smart Shopper (last year's model) Now let me explain The Smart Shopper . It is a small battery operated device you speak to, with a magnet on the back you can stick to your fridge. Hold, on, it is not as crazy ...

There are 4 weeks until Thanksgiving and 8 weeks until Christmas. We are officially starting the holiday season, and thinking, or stressing, about what gifts to get for Mom, Dad, kids, aunts, uncles, friends, etc. If we are also working full time, running our own small businesses, planning to entertain, or some other time consuming task, shopping can end up on the bottom of the list of things to do.  Warm Gingerbread Cookie Wishes by inkandscissors   Therefore, I am happy to bring you Wish List Wednesday , a new weekly series running each Wednesday for 8 weeks, from now until those few days before Christmas, when stress is at its peak. It will assist you in your search for great gift ideas, and even menu suggestions or tips for getting ready for the holidays. And to make it even easier, each week will focus on an item that can be purchased right form the comfort of your computer, no rushing out to the store to wait in line. You can create your s...