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How should we elect the US President?

How should we elect the US President? Do you think the current Electoral College system works well? Or, should the candidate who receives the most Popular Votes over all earn the position? "Under the current system of electing the President, a candi...

Smoking should be banned in ALL public places

Smoking should be banned in all public places. A smoker's (poor) choice should not affect the health of others. Secondhand smoke contains hundreds of toxic chemicals including arsenic ammonia, hydrogen cyanide, formaldehyde, benzene, and vinyl chlor...

Parenting & Kids lenses 

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Beginning Readers

The first time my daughter read a book to me I was so excited and proud. Granted, it was only 9 pages long with 1-4 words on each page, but it was such an accomplishment for my just turned 5 year old. This lens offers wonderful book ideas for beginn...

Montessori Education

My daughter attended our local Montessori school for 3 years. I could not recommend this from of education strongly enough. Before she attended I really didn’t think it would be as amazing as it has turned out to be. The children who attend Mon...

Webkinz World

Are you new to the world of Webkinz? Maybe you or your child have been kinzing for a while but don't have much time to put into figuring it all out. This is the place to find out cool tips and news from Webkinz World. This lens includes a rare item...

Retired Webkinz

If you want to know which Webkinz are retired, or if your trying to get that hard to find Webkinz that your little one "needs" to have this is the place. Below I feature the most recent Webkinz and Lil' Kinz to be retired, the first 5 retirees, and...

Only Children

I'm an only child with an only child of my own by choice. When I close my eyes and imagine the perfect family size this is it. When I was in college I started a yahoo club (they were clubs back then) for onlies. That's been abandoned for a while but I...

Only Children on Twitter

If you are on the fence about having an only child you may be wondering what your first born will think of their "only" status once they're older...maybe as a teenager or adult. Well...just to help you see that there are indeed people who love being...

Planning a Disney Princess Birthday Party

Planning a birthday party for your daughter?  Does she like Disney Princesses? Belle, Ariel, Cinderella, Aurora, Jasmine, or Snow White - no matter which Princess is your child’s favorite you will find this is the place to help you plan th...

Winnie the Pooh Themed Parties

Planning a Winnie the Pooh Themed Party? Whether it's a Baby Shower, 1st Birthday, or a party for any aged son or daughter this lens will help you find everything you need to throw a Tiggerific Pooh Bear party. Of course we won't leave out Tigger, E...

More Parenting & Kids lenses 

Shopping & Gift Ideas

Kidorable: Fun, practical & unique children's accessories

I really like Kidorable brand rain gear. As the name suggests they are for children and are just adorable. You can get matching rain boots, umbrellas and rain coats for your little one and have a variety of designs to choose from. They also have Back...

New from American Girl

You'll find the latest Historical, Just Like You, and Girl of the Year dolls from American Girl as well as their books, clothing and accessories. Rebecca Rubin, Chrissa Maxwell, Ruthie Smithens, Mia St. Clair, Julie Albright, and Ivy Ling are curren...

Taggies Blankets, Toys & More

Taggies were the brain child of two mothers, Julie and Danielle. Julie, an early childhood educator and mother of three, noticed that her baby was more interested in the tags on toys than the toy itself. With that in mind she made a security blanket...

Cranium Games and More

Choose Cranium for your family game night. There's something for just about everyone!  Come find out which of their products are the best fit for your family or pick out a gift for that birthday party you were invited to. Games are lis...

Melissa & Doug Toys

Melissa & Doug make excellent toys. They are very well made and encourage imaginative play. Melissa & Doug has grown to be one of the leading brands for educational toys and children's products. They have over 600 quality products that are fu...

Gifts for Little Gymnasts

Does your little girl take gymnastics? Do you have a young gymnast on your Christmas or Hanukkah list this year? Pick out the perfect gift to totally wow them this holiday with lots of great choices large and small.

Winnie the Pooh & Friends

"Deep in the hundred acre wood where Christopher Robin plays, you'll find the enchanted neighborhood of Christopher's childhood days. A donkey named Eeyore is his friend, and Kanga and little Roo. There's Rabbit and Piglet and there's Owl but most o...

Backyard Play

Active kids are healthy kids. Get yours outside when the weather is nice by creating the perfect backyard play area. This lens shows off some amazing play centers, swing sets, play houses, sandboxes, water activities and portable pools. Take a l...

Curious George

Curious George is an animated character and series based on the books of Margret and H.A. Rey. The television show airs daily on PBS Kids. The show aims to inspire kids to explore the world around them. They say it's aimed at preschoolers ages 3 to...

Gifts for Tinker Bell & Disney Fairy Fans

You'll find the best gifts for fans, young and old, of Tinker Bell and all of the Fairies in Never Land's Pixie Hollow. Books, Dolls, Collectibles, Jewelry, Home Decor and More. And, if you haven't seen it yet, get a peek at the newest Tinker Bell mo...

Harry Potter Halloween

Everything you need for a Harry Potter themed Halloween. Costumes for children and adults, accessories, decorations and party goods. Find out which Hogwart's house you belong in and show your House pride for Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, or Huffl...

Webkinz Signature Pets

Webkinz doesn't disappoint. They are forever coming out with new toys and ideas. The latest on their list are "Signature Pets". These are higher quality life-like stuffed animals that I'm sure every child will fall in love with...so...

Pirate & Princess Costumes

This lens was inspired by my family's night at Mickey's Pirate and Princess Party at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. (By the way, if it comes back I highly recommend it!) Below you will find Disney licensed costumes, as well as non-specif...

Baby's First Halloween

Is this going to be your baby's first Halloween? I've searched the web for the cutest costumes for newborns through toddlers. Animals, bugs, fruits & veggies, sealife, and superheros. I've also included "Baby's First Halloween" bibs, onesies, t shir...

Parenting & Kids groups 

and a Disney Directory

Webkinz Headquarters

Webkinz This group features some of the best Webkinz lenses on Squidoo. We love Webkinz and hope you do too!

All kinds of Families Headquarters

All Kinds of Families My hope is that this group becomes a melting pot made up of lenses with stories and information about many types of families. Adoptive Families, Step Families, Single Parent Families, Inter-racial Families, Inter-faith Familie...

My Disney Directory

I wanted to have of all of my Disney related lenses in one place so it's time for a new lensography. Favorite animated characters, children's party ideas, Disney stars, parks, info, music and more...anything to do with Disney. if I've ma...

Classic Toys Headquarters

The Classic Toys Group For lovers of classic toys and games, both then and now!

People lenses 

Wade Robson

Wade Robson is 27 years old. At the age of 3 Wade was memorizing the dance steps of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video. At 5 Wade was dancing in competitions and performing in front of large crowds with Michael Jackson himself.  By the...

Emily Saliers

Emily Saliers is one half of the Indigo Girls. Sure, that's what she is most noted for, but this lens focuses on her as an individual and her projects. She's co-written a book, an owner of restaurants, an avid wine collector and has composed a film...

Jim Parsons

One of my current favorite TV shows is The Big Bang Theory, and my favorite character on the show has to be Sheldon Cooper. The role of Sheldon is played by Jim Parsons. Prior to TBBT Parsons' television credits included a recurring role in the CBS...

Zachary Quinto

You might not know him by name yet...but if you haven't seen him on TV, at the movies, in a magazine, or online you have to be living under a rock. ;) Zach Quinto plays Sylar, everyone's favorite villain on NBC's Heros. And, if that'...

Amy Ray

Amy Ray is one half of the Indigo Girls, it's true, but this lens focuses on her as an individual and her projects. She's a solo artist, and has started her own record label. She is actively involved in many social and political causes...

Taylor Lautner

17 year old Taylor Lautner might be a little too old for my daughter to fawn after, and a little too young (ok, more than a little) for me, but I'm sure if I were in high school I'd have his posters on my wall. I've seen him in The Adventures of Sha...

Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright had an amazing ability to make art out of ordinary objects and materials. He was inspired by nature & geometric patterns and tried to achieve simplicity, unity, and harmony in his designs. He designed private residence...

M.C. Escher

Maurits Cornelis Escher, one of the world's most famous graphic artists, lived from 1898 to 1972. When Escher was 21 he enrolled in the Haarlem School for Architecture and Decorative Arts. After a week he decided he would rather study graphic art ins...

Susan Boyle

Saturday April 11, 2009 was the first show in the latest season of Britain's Got Talent. That was when viewers first met Susan Boyle. Not living in the UK myself, I hadn't seen the show until the 14th. And I never would have had I not seen a link to...

Tavi Gevinson

Someone had asked if I heard of the "Style Rookie". No, I hadn't. Well now of course I was curious. As soon as I started looking at her blog I was fascinated. I had to find out more. If you haven't heard of her yet, get to know her...

People groups 

Gone But Not Forgotten on SquidWho Headquarters

Gone But Not Forgotten on SquidWho As the name suggests this group is for lenses on SquidWho that pay tribute to people who are gone but not forgotten whether they were famous or one of your loved ones. * Please submit ONLY SquidWho lenses. And mak...

SquidAngels Headquarters

Welcome to SquidAngels Headquarters A place to meet Squidoo's team of angels.

Speaking of being Squiddicted 

Squiddicted: Addicted to Squidoo!

Love Squidoo? Can't get enough? Admit it...you're Squiddicted! Pick up some Squid swag for yourself or your favorite lensmaster at Squiddicted: Addicted to Squidoo! on CafePress.

Movies & TV lenses 

Natalie Portman

I first took notice of Natalie Portman in her role of Mathilda in Léon  (The Professional). She was so young but she was already an excellent actress. I thought she was a beautiful child and very talented. Her career really got a boost wh...

Christian Slater

Christian Slater (Christian Michael Leonard Hawkins) was a teen heart throb in the late 80s and early 90s.  His voice and distinguishing eyebrows would get girls swooning. I’m pretty sure some of those women are still swooning today. He wa...

Kids Incorporated

Kids Incorporated was a kid's TV show that ran from 1984 to 1996. The first two seasons were on NBC and the remaining seasons aired on the Disney Channel.   The main characters of the show ranged in age from 8 through mid teens. The show revolved...

Labyrinth

Where everything seems possible and nothing is what it seems. This has been one of my favorite movies since the first time I saw it in 1986. I loved it as a child and still do as an adult.

Jeff Probst

Before Survivor even started I was a Jeff Probst fan. I used to watch him on the old FX network back when they had live shows and audience involvement. He was the host of a show called Backchat. Viewers were able to call in, write letters, or email....

So You Think You Can Dance :: Predictions, Opinions & Chatter

So You Think You Can Dance is one of my favorite shows on tv. SYTYCD Season 5 was amazing and I can't wait for Season 6! I hope you watch along with me. :) I have no idea why I didn't tune in for the 1st Season, but I've been watching at the edge of...

GLEE, a one-hour musical comedy series on FOX

Scripted TV just hasn't been what it used to be. My Tivo is filled with reality shows. Finally there is something worth watching for those who don't like hospital or crime shows. I absolutely love FOX's new show Glee. The writing is hysterical, the c...

Squidoo Tips lenses 

Squidoo Payday Questions & Answers

It never fails, every month on payday the same questions are being asked in the SquidU forum. Most of them by new lensmasters, but surprisingly, there's also quite a bit of confusion among some who have been around for a while. Figuring out how the...

Best Lensographies Ever

Think of your lensography as your Squidoo home page. It can be the single URL that you direct people to, and they will have access to ALL of your lenses. Wait, what's a lensography you ask? It's a collection of all of your hard work here on Squidoo....

Squidoo Resources

Squidoo is great! It's a fun place to browse around, read some lenses, recommend products, advertise your business, drive traffic to your websites, educate the public, earn money for charity, or earn money for yourself! If you're just getting starte...

How to Transfer a Group

So you started a group, and it's done so well that it grew to be more than you could handle. Have no fear you can transfer your group to someone new! Now, for some reason there isn’t an explanation easily accessible on how to tra...

How-To & Education lenses 

Globes: Educational Tools to Works of Art

Just Globes. Beautiful and functional. This lens offers some of the nicest globes available, and a few for you to visit.

ASL For Everyone

I have been interested in sign language my whole life. I am far from fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), but I have always known the basics. When I was pregnant with my daughter I looked at research discussing the benefit of teaching sign languag...

The Fabulous Number 5

Have you heard of the Law of Fives? All things happen in Fives, or are divisible by or are multiples of Five, or are somehow directly or indirectly appropriate to Five. Do you doubt this theory? Read on ;)

My Grandmother's Garnet Pendant

I bought it for my grandmother on November 16, 2006 just before 7:00 pm. An oval cut Garnet pendant in Sterling Silver with an 18" chain. I actually saw it online some time before that. I wasn't looking for Garnet jewelry, and I wasn't shopping for...

1976

1976 was a great year. It was the year that I was born. :)  It was also the year of the United States Bicentennial. This lens offers a look back to US events and pop culture of 1976.

Home & Garden lenses 

Snowman Soup ... and other fun snowmen things

Everything you need to make Snowman Soup. Plus, a special snowman kit, movies, crafts, ornaments and other gift ideas for snowman collectors on your holiday list!

The HGTV Dream Home

Congratulations to winner Cheryl Smith and her husband! They will be getting the luxuriously furnished, custom-built, 3,600 square-foot home located in beautiful Sonoma, California, AND a 2009 GMC Acadia. There's even a Doggy Dream Home. This prize...

Food & Cooking lenses 

Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Welcome to my lens. I entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity) and it was selected! The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be given $1,000. I really wanted to join this contest in the hopes of earning money for this wond...

Where to eat at Walt Disney World

I admit it. I'm a major Disney fan and I do believe Disney World is "The Happiest Place on Earth". Living in New England it's not that easy to just get up and go, but I have managed to get there 17 times in my 32 years so far. 6 of...

Hershey's Kisses

Bigger than a chocolate chip...smaller than a candy bar. Hershey's Kisses were first introduced in 1907. Their well known wrapping didn't debut until 1921. That's when the famous little plume was added as well. They had their 100th birthday on July 7,...

TV Dinners

I'm almost ashamed to admit that I grew up on these. When I was really small they were a treat on nights when it was just me and my mom at home. I remember watching the Muppet Show and having my mother take the turkey TV Dinners out of the oven and w...

Travel lenses 

Bermuda

Bermuda, a British territory, is known for it's mild weather, pink sand beaches, colorful cottages, and blue skies. It's made up of over 100 islands. The mainland is comprised of the 6 largest islands, Ireland Island, Boaz Island, Somerset Island, G...

Key West

Key West is the perfect vacation destination. The weather is amazing year round, the views are breathtaking and there so much to choose from. It's a great spot for Spring break, honeymoons, family vacations, or getaways with friends. I've been 3 times...

Plum Island

The best of PI. Eat, sleep, have a great time...and go home with a souvenir. Never heard of it? You're not the only one. Plum Island has to be one of Massachusetts' best kept secrets. Less than an hour north of Boston you will find miles of pristi...

Walt Disney World on a Budget

Disney World is one of my favorite places for a family vacation. When I was growing up my parents and I would go just about every other year. Now I get to go with my own daughter and husband. I was 2 years old on my first visit and I've been 17 times...

Computers, Gadgets & Tech lenses 

and a Video Games lens

GeekBrief

Shiny Happy Tech News for those of us with short attention spans. HA. Cali Lewis (real name: Luria Petrucci) and Neal Campbell released the first episode of Geek Brief TV on December 23, 2005 and have been producing these 3 to 5 minute videos ea...

Moola.com Invitations

Have you heard of Moola.com? It's an online game site where each new member is given $0.01 to start playing. With each game you play you can double your money. Once cent becomes two cents, two becomes four, four becomes eight and so on. In theory, i...

One Web Day

OneWebDay is September 22nd. 9.22.2009 marked the 3rd anniversary of this global event started by Susan Crawford. Her inspiration was Earthday, a day to celebrate and inspire appreciation for our planet. OneWebDay is for people throu...

Google G1 Phone

The T-Mobile G1, designed by HTC, is the world's first Android-powered mobile phone in an exclusive partnership with Google. The G1 combines full touch-screen functionality and a QWERTY keyboard with a mobile Web experience that includes Google serv...

Commodore 64

The Commodore 64 is the best-selling single personal computer model of all time. It made it's way into the 2001 and 2002 editions of the Guiness Book of World Records. Between 20-30 million units were sold from 1982-1992. Here's a peek...

Pop Culture & Celebs lenses 

Miley Cyrus : Hannah Montana

I’m sure you’ve heard of Hannah Montana by now. She is an idol of young girls in the United States and around the world. If, for some reason, you aren’t familiar with her, Hannah is a character played by the talented Miley Cyrus,...

The Jonas Brothers

The Jonas Brothers are an American pop-rock band that have teens and tweens swooning. Nick, Joe, & Kevin are brothers ages 17, 20, and 22. They are one of the latest breakout hits of the Disney entertainment machine. Have a Jo Bro fan on your h...

D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans

D23 is Disney's first official community for fans. The D, of course, stands for Disney and the 23 is for 1923; the year Walt & Roy Disney founded The Walt Disney Company. (Lens image: D23 Membership Exclusive Charter Year Tinker Bell Pin.) * Note:...

Disney's High School Musical

This is a one stop shop for High School Musical merchandise including party goods, DVDs, CDs, gear for school and much more. I'll also be adding news about upcoming HSM events.

Cheetah Girls

The Cheetah Girls are Adrienne Bailon (Chanel), Kelly Williams (Aquanetta), and Sabrina Bryan (Dorinda), and in the first two movies Raven-Symone (Galleria). They are a pop group created by Disney. The concept came from a series of books, written by...

Entertainment lenses 

and a Humor lens

Broadway Shows

Musicals or plays, comedies or dramas, if you are looking for ideas for your next trip to New York City you will find all that Broadway has to offer right here. This lens provides an up-to-date list of Broadway shows, info on where to order tickets,...

Caption This!

Our first assignment in Squidoo Summer School was to make a Caption Contest Lens. The Caption Contest is a brand new module where you can upload a photo and then have people add their own ideas of what's going on, or being thought by who ever is in t...

Kit Kittredge an American Girl

Kit is one of the Historical Characters from American Girl. The doll of 1934. I was very excited when my daughter chose this doll because my grandmother grew up during the 1930s and I would be able to get a sense of what it was like for her as a chil...

DIY & Hobbies lenses 

The Webkinz KinzStyle Outlet

Webkinz W Shop clothing has moved to the brand new KinzStyle Outlet. Ganz decided it was time to make it easier for you to find what you are looking for. They've organized the Outlet into separate categories: New, Clearance, Tops, Bottoms, Dresses &...

Pumpkin Carving

I started carving pumpkins by myself when I was in middle school. I remember taking my time to get it just right and being so proud of my work. In 8th grade I entered a Jack-o-lantern contest at school and won!  One of my teachers liked it so mu...

Webkinz Recipes, Pet of the Month, Clothing & More

I've been finding and recording Secret Webkinz Recipes since I started my first Webkinz lens on Squidoo Webkinz World. I've made every recipe on this lens, all of the images are mine, all of the ingredients and appliances are guaranteed to work. Just...

Music lenses 

Sarah McLachlan

The first time I heard a Sarah McLachlan song I was in college. I think it was 1995, which would have been 7 years after the release of her first record Touch. I loved her voice and had to buy some of her albums. Fumbling Towards Ecstasy was the firs...

Jordan Pruitt

You might not know her name yet, but if you have kids who are into all things Disney chances are you have heard her voice. She has songs in Disney Channel movies Read It and Weep, and Jump In. Jordan's also been an opening act for The Jonas Brothers...

Kevin So

Kevin So is an amazing singer songwriter who grew up in the Boston area and now lives in Nashville. He plays everything from folk to R&B. If you are looking for new music give him a listen. He's extremely talented and a great performer.

Indigo Girls

The Indigo Girls are Emily Saliers and Amy Ray. They are singers, songwriters, musicians, and political activists. They are extremely intelligent women who have worked hard for causes such as gay rights, the rights of Native Americans, and the enviro...

Mix Fest 2008

MixFest is an annual concert hosted by the radio station WBMX Mix 95.5 FM in Boston, MA. It began in 1993 as "Fall Fest", a free concert on Boston Common celebrating fall in New England. It's gone on every year since then with the exception of 2001...

Lilith Fair

Lilith Fair was a music festival started by Sarah McLachlan to celebrate women in music. The festival traveled across the United States and Canada during the summers of 1997, 1998 and 1999. $1 for each ticket sold went to a women's charity in the are...

Lyrics lenses 

Yael Naim: New Soul Lyrics

I'm a new soul I came to this strange world Hoping I could learn a bit 'bout how to give and take But since I came here, felt the joy and the fear Finding myself making every possible mistake La-la-la, la, la-la... La-la-la, la, la-la... See I...

Natasha Bedingfield: Pocketful of Sunshine Lyrics

I got a pocket, Got a pocket full of sunshine I got a love and I know that it's all mine Oh.oh,oh Do what you want, But you never gonna break me, Sticks and stones are never gonna shake me Oh,oh,oh I got a pocket, Got a pocket full of sunshine I...

Sara Bareilles: Love Song Lyrics

*51st Annual Grammy Award Nominee for Song Of The Year* and *Nominee for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance* Head underwater And they tell me To breathe easy for a while Breathing gets harder, even I know that Made room for me; it's too soon to...

Pink: Who Knew Lyrics

You took my hand You showed me how You promised me you'd be around Uh huh That's right I took your words And I believed In everything You said to me Yeah huh That's right If someone said three years from now You'd be long gone I'd stand up and...

Colbie Caillat: Realize Lyrics

Take time to realize That your warmth is Crashing down on in Take time to realize That I am on your side Didn't I, Didn't I tell you But I can't spell it out for you No it's never gonna be that simple No I cant spell it out for you If you just...

Maroon 5: If I Never See Your Face Again Lyrics

*51st Annual Grammy Award Nominee for Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals* Now as the summer fades I let you slip away You say I'm not your type but I can make you sway It makes you burn to learn you're not the only one I'd let you be if you put...

Dave Matthews Band: #41 Lyrics

Come and see I swear by now I'm playing time against my troubles Oh, I'm coming slow but speeding Do you wish for a dance and while I'm in the front The play on time is won Oh, but the difficulty's coming here I will go in this way Oh, and find...

Jason Mraz: I'm Yours Lyrics

*51st Annual Grammy Award Nominee for Song Of The Year* and *Nominee for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance* Well you done done me and you bet I felt it I tried to be chill but you're so hot that I melted I fell right through the cracks And now I'm...

Matt Nathanson: Come on Get Higher Lyrics

I miss the sound of your voice And I miss the rush of your skin And I miss the still of the silence As you breathe out and I breathe in If I could walk on water If I could tell you whats next Make you believe Make you forget So come on get hig...

OneRepublic: Apologize Lyrics

I'm holding on your rope Got me ten feet off the ground And I'm hearing what you say But I just can't make a sound You tell me that you need me Then you go and cut me down But wait You tell me that you're sorry Didn't think I'd turn around and s...

Aly & AJ: Like Whoa Lyrics and Video

Life is good I can't complain I mean I could but no one's listening Your image overwhelms my brain And it feels good, good, good Now I'm rolling my window down I love the wind but I hate the sound You're like a tattoo that I can't remove And it...

Jordan Pruitt: One Love Lyrics

Something 'bout the way you move when you move That I love, love, love Something 'bout the way you talk when you talk That I can't get enough Oh, the way you say it's a beautiful day When the rain comes down, down, down And I don't care if we d...

Taylor Swift: Change Lyrics

And it's a sad picture The final blow hits ya Somebody else gets What you wanted again And you know it's all the same Another time and place Repeating history And you're getting sick of it But I believe in whatever you do And I'll do anything t...

Miley Cyrus: Breakout Lyrics

Every week's the same Stuck in school, so lame My parents say that I'm lazy Gettin' up at 8, is crazy Tired of being told what to do So unfair, so uncool The day's too long And I'm holding on Till I hear the bell ring 'Cause that's the time whe...

Jonas Brothers: Burnin' Up Lyrics and Video

I'm hot, you're cold You go around like you know Who I am, but you don't You got me on my toes I'm slipping into the lava And I'm tryin' to keep from goin' under Baby, who turned the temperature hotter? 'Cause I'm burnin' up, burnin' up for you...

Will I Am: It's A New Day Lyrics

I went to sleep last night Tired from the fight I've been fighting for tomorrow All my life Yea I woke up this morning Feeling brand new 'Cause the dreams that I've been dreaming Has finally came true It's a new day It's a new day It's a new da...

Entertainment and Music groups 

and a Music Directory

My Music Directory

Ok, I know I already have a lensography. It covers EVERYTHING I do on Squidoo, and it's getting pretty l-o-n-g. I thought it was time to break some things down in to smaller bits. I'll still have my main Christene lens, but this one is focused on all...

Women in Music Headquarters

Women in Music Featuring music by the finest female artists from around the world. Celebrating and raising public awareness of women's work in all types of music.

Just For Fun Headquarters

Just For Fun Once you become addicted to Squidoo you start to make lenses just for fun. They may not even fit into any of the proper categories, but you wanted to create them anyway. Well, this is the group for those light hearted, random lenses yo...

Shopping lenses 

cr9245's Zazzle Gallery Showcase

As soon as Zazzle started offering Keds I had to give it a try. How fun is that? Being able to design sneakers in a snap. Then shoppers can buy them just as they are or customize them for a one of a kind pair of shoes! Here's the link to my Zazzle G...

Skechers Brand Shoes & More

Skechers ... it's the S! My family loves Skechers. No matter what store we shop in, among a sea of shoes we always end up getting multiple pairs of them. They look good, they feel good, and they aren't crazy expensive. That's my kind of shoe. We hav...

JCA designs

JCA designs offers unique, original graphic designs & images on apparel, housewares, gifts and more!

Life is good: The New England based brand

In 1989, brothers Bert and John Jacobs designed their first tee shirt. For five years they sold tee shirts in the streets of Boston and traveled the East Coast selling to kids on college campuses. In 1994 inspiration struck. The iconic face of Life i...

Crocs Brand Shoes & More

Are you crazy for Crocs or have you held off on the trend? Have you seen how many styles there are now? Some of them are actually pretty cute!  I honestly didn’t like them when I first saw them, but now they have really grown on me. Check...

Christmas Tree Ornaments

Find the perfect Christmas tree ornament for a special gift or family heirloom. This lens offers selection of beautiful, unique Christmas ornaments including glass, resin, brass, pewter, china, and more. From hand crafted works of art to personalize...

Eggscellent Easter Baskets

Will you be putting an Easter Basket together this year? Let me help you find everything you need. From stuffed animals to small toys, jelly beans to chocolate, even the basket itself. If you are strapped for time there are even filled gift baskets t...

Disney Vinylmation

Vinylmation is a collectible vinyl series featuring original designs from Disney Theme Park Merchandise. They are available in 3" and 9" sizes. Vinylmation was introduced to Disney enthusiasts in December 2008. A handful of artists created designs f...

Countdown to Christmas

This lens is all about getting ready for Christmas. Not about what gifts to buy your relatives, or how to host a perfect holiday party, but the special, meaningful things that families may do together during the season of Advent. I've found some beau...

Keep Warm This Winter

In Winter it gets frigid here in New England and I know this isn't the only place where people need to worry about getting and staying warm. For inside or out, this lens will help you get prepared for late Fall and Winter. It's never too early to sto...

Fairy, Pixie & Nymph Costumes

I've searched the web for the best fairy, pixie, and nymph costumes, from Tinkerbell and her Disney Fairy Friends, to woodland creatures of all sorts. You'll find costumes for little girls and woman of all ages and sizes. Whether your style is swee...

Renaissance Costumes

Whether it's for a Halloween Party, the next Renaissance Faire, or a school production let me help you find the perfect costume. Maidens, wenches, princesses, knights, noblemen and peasants, there's something here for everyone in your family. If the...

Star Wars Costumes and Accessories

You'll find costumes from all of the Star Wars movies; The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and The Clone Wars. Everyone in your family can choose their favorite chara...

Designer Fashion Accessories

When I first started putting sets together on Polyvore I noticed that I was using a lot of accessories from Forzieri.com. They offer some of the most beautiful items that I have ever seen. Forzieri carries everything to complete your outfit from sung...

Women's Accessories from Forzieri

I'm a fan of a website called Polyvore. It's a fashion based community where members make collages and share them. As I was putting together my first sets I noticed that I was using a lot of accessories from Forzieri.com. They offer some of the most...

Fashion Jewelry - Celebrity Inspired Looks

That is the motto of FantasyJewelryBox.com. I found this store through Polyvore, a fashion community on the web. Fantasy Jewelry Box is a celebrity and designer-inspired jewelry retailer. They were holding a contest for members to accessorize their f...

Shopping group 

and a Shopping Directory

Shopping For Baby Headquarters

Shopping for babies and toddlers If you have a lens that helps mothers and fathers shop for their baby or toddler you are welcome to join. Lenses relating to baby furniture, baby clothing, gift ideas (bought or handmade), and necessities for new mom...

My Shopping Directory

Need help with your Holiday Shopping? Want to avoid the crowds and save time? Browse through my many shopping lenses and stores of choice. Toys, costumes, accessories, music, movies, electronics... this lens is all about shopping and finding that pe...

Animals & Nature lenses 

Oodles of Owls

Owls are everywhere right now...clothing, jewelry, collectibles, home goods. You know something is popular when designers like Marc Jacobs and Roberto Cavalli are using it in their lines. I'm scouring the web to put together this one stop shop fo...

A Potpourri of Penguins

Do you have a penchant for penguins?  Is there a penguin collector on your holiday list? This lens has some great movies, books, music, collectables, holiday decorations, and party goods for every penguin lover. From Happy Feet to...

Shih Tzus

The only breed of dog I've ever owned has been a Shih Tzu. My mother and I are allergic to dogs and when I was 7 years old we asked our allergist which breeds might be ok for us. He named a few, one of them being the Shih Tzu. This is becau...

Black Cats: Classic Icons of Halloween

Black cats have long been associated with witches and are favorite icons used for Halloween costumes and decorations. This association dates back to the Middle Ages and may have been due to the fact that cats are nocturnal and therefore more active a...

Video Showcase lenses 

Gilmore Girls Video Showcase

Gilmore Girls first season started on October 5th, 2000 on the WB network. The two main characters were 32 two year old Lorelai Gilmore, played by Lauren Graham, and her 16 year old daughter Rory, played by Alexis Bledel. When the show began I was 24...

Hannah Montana Video Showcase

Miley Cyrus is Hannah Montana. The first two seasons of the show are over and the third is under way. Take a look back to see where it all started and see what's new with this Video Showcase.

Indigo Girls Video Showcase

 All IG all the time. Welcome to the Indigo Girls Video Showcase. This lens features a song or two...or three, from each of their studio albums. Many of the videos were recorded at live shows. In all my years of IG concerts I've never managed to...

Ever Project lenses 

The Smallest Macs Ever

Let's face it, we love our gadgets but we want them to be as unobtrusive as possible. Small, light, and portable all the while being extremely functional. Apple has got the right idea. Their product line is streamlined and elegant. Take a l...

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III: The Best Cameras Ever

The Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has the highest effective megapixel CMOS sensor and produces a sharper image at higher ISOs among comparable professional digital SLRs.

Reverse Osmosis: The Cleanest Water Ever

One of my favorite household appliances is our reverse osmosis water filtering system. I was never much of a water drinker before we had it. Even though I knew I should be drinking that 64 oz/day I didn't like the taste of it and just couldn't. Tap w...

On SquidFlix 

We love Labyrinth

Sarah is a dreamer who lives in a fantasy world of fairy tales and magic. One night while babysitting her difficult little brother she wishes that he could be taken away by goblins. She gets her wish and then encounters Jareth the Goblin King. H...

News & Politics lenses 

Where were you when President Obama was sworn into office?

Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th US president at 12:05 PM EST Tuesday, January 20, 2009 (on the same Bible that Abraham Lincoln used at his inauguration in 1861). Our children and grandchildren will be asking us where we were on this historic d...

Barack, Michelle, Malia & Sasha Obama

On November 4, 2008 at 11:00 pm Eastern Barack Obama was the projected winner! It became official shortly after. He was sworn in to office January 20, 2009. I am so excited to say Congratulations to the 44th President of the United States of America...

On SquidZipper 

Burlington, Massachusetts 01803

Although I don't live here anymore, this was my hometown. I lived in a wonderful close knit neighborhood for just about 18 years. (1976-1994) It's a great town just 20 minutes outside of Boston, with plenty of stores, restaurants, great schools and...

Health & Medicine Lenes 

and 2 Sports & Recreation Lenses

Sudden Onset Juvenile Diabetes

This is the story of a family's whirlwind of an experience with their 6 year old daughter's Sudden Onset Juvenile Diabetes. The mother, Deb, is the strongest, most amazing woman, and after everything she has been through wants to help prevent her exp...

Round Dancing

I made this lens in memory of my Grandmother who passed away April 28, 2009. She was 92 years old, so she hadn't Round Danced in a while, but she did for years and years during my childhood. I don't know much about it other than it's simi...

Differences Between Cold, Seasonal Flu & H1N1 Symptoms

  Learn the differences between Cold, Seasonal Flu and H1N1 Symptoms.

Zumba Fitness

Zumba is an aerobic workout inspired by Latin dance and music. The routines incorporate a variety of styles including calypso, cumbia, flamenco, mambo, merengue, rumba, and salsa. There's also hip-hop and pop added in. It was created by Miami based...

I've jumped into the Lensbuilding Business 

Christene’s Custom Lens Creation

Have you been wanting to get in on this Squidoo thing but weren't sure where to begin? Let me help you!

Enchanting Princess Themed Bedrooms For Girls

Sweet Dream is Joanna and Johnny Means, a husband and wife team. They, along with muralist Zach Bird, make parents and their little one's dreams come true by creating amazing one of a kind pieces for children's bedrooms. One of the most popular style...

My Daughter's lens 

Lexi's Favorite Things

This lens was started on 7.7.08...my daughter's 7th birthday. :) We have talked about her working on a lens of her favorite things (with my help of course) and I thought this was the perfect day to start it. We'll be working on this toget...