SUMMERWelcome all Summer people! Here you will find all sorts of resources for a summery lifestyle. Outdoor life, gardening, summer beauty, family activities, travelling, summer recipes, party hosting, swimming, you name it? Join us. Let's make this a great summer place, our virtual garden party.
Great Lens about Niki de Saint Phalle
by groupmember Viqi French
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"Niki In the Garden" Exhibit by Artist Niki de Saint Phalle
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Renaissance: A revival of intellectual or artistic achievement and vigor No truer term than "renaissance woman" could sum up late artist and fashion model Niki de Saint Phalle, whose extraordinary sculptures currently are on special exhibit...
Featured Lenses
Random 5 out of all lenses in SUMMEREnjoy
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River Otters: Playful Friends of the Woodlands!
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Learn about River Otters through games and hands-on learning centers. Decorate your classroom with a Woodlands Riverbank Theme. Learn the habits of River Otters, the food they eat and how they raise their young. You will find suggestions for both fi...
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100 Things To Do In Orlando
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Whenever you're thinking of where you'd like to take your family on next vacations, why not think about Florida, especially the Orlando area. For all ages there are lots of things to do in Orlando and activities each member of your family will enjoy....
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Santorini - Island Santorini Greece
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Perivolos Black beach....full with people....full of fun....next to the crystal clean Aegean Sea waters & under the hot Greek sun! I really miss the fun I had there. It is a beach at the eastern side of the wonderful Santorini Island. But for all...
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Inside West Michigan
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Come with me to visit the small towns and big cities in the western lower penisula that is West Michigan. From rural towns, apple orchards, farm markets, cities on the big lake,Lake Michigan, or quaint towns on inland lakes, to the urban w...
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Hiking with your dog!
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Hiking with my Mum and my sis, Gracie, just may be one of my most favorite activities - besides agility of course! And hiking is great exercise for both me and Mum. We started hiking as part of my agility conditioning program - because jumping over...
Places to go in SUMMER
Random 5 out of all great places to go
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National Parks and Monuments
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This lens provides links to detailed information about national park service sites to help you plan a trip, learn more about these special areas, and keep you informed about what you can do to help ensure that they will continue to be protected for f...
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Costa Esuri Spain..."the secret frontline golf destination for your dream holiday & home"
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Beautiful sandy beaches, year round sunshine, unspoilt towns and a friendly welcome. Costa Esuri in The Spanish Algarve - the stretch of coast that borders Portugal offers a fantastic place for just a holiday or full time location. Costa Esuri boasts n...
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10 Places to See in Europe Before You Die
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This Lens I made for YOU! The most interesting and beautiful places in Europe: Pictures, Tips, Itineraries and other useful and fun stuff on the BEST places in Europe to visit!
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Fun Places in New York State
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These are some of the best places to visit in upstate New York and surrounding regions. I've been to many of them and the rest I am planning to get to. They are all fun for the whole family, especially if you enjoy the great outdoors.
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Hudson River Happenings
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This region has been described as America's masterpiece.It certainly has inspired a great school of art and has been the home to musicians and authors who drew on the history,lore and natural beauty we find here. watercolor by Deborah Blau
Boating in Europe next summer? Try something new
Be your own skipper - Book now
Boating Holidays in EuropeLie back, watch the world go by and enjoy the real Europe at a relaxing pace. Take in the beauty of France, Belgium, Holland, Italy and Ireland - from the deck of your own boat. Enjoy the freedom of being your own skipper and cruising the days away, visiting local vineyards, sampling the fine food and absorbing new cultures - and there's bound to be exciting attractions and stunning views around every river bend. For a truly relaxing holiday and one with an exciting difference, there's no better choice.
Things to do in SUMMER
Great suggestions for summer activities
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Budget Travel Discount Air Fares and Hotels
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Traveling sounds to several people as a luxury that only a few can afford and that needs saving over some months in order to go for the desired vacation. But this isn't actually necessary. With some careful thinking and plenty of preparing, you could...
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Kid's Summer Pool Swim Party Ideas & Supplies
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A Pool Party would make a wonderful theme for a child's birthday party, end of the school year party or just a party to celebrate summer! If you are planning a pool party for your child, you will find all of your party supplies right here. This page...
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Five Steps To Happy Hummers
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Here you'll find proven methods for attracting and caring for hummingbirds. Beginner to advanced hummer enthusiasts will find valuable information and helpful tips galore. My hope is that this knowledge will provide a more enjoyable experience for yo...
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My 2008 Summer Reading List -- Good Reads
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So, you are on your way to the beach or the mountains. Need a book? I have suggestions for you. On this lens, you will find: 1. What I read during the 2008 summer season 2. What audio books were in my cue 3. Wanna reads and my reserve list at t...
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How To Grow and Use Lavender
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Lavender is a fairly easy plant to grow. It's many uses make it one of the most popular herbs to grow in backyard gardens, and containers. Lavender is the little herb that could. It can do anything. Lavender has anti bacterial properties, so it's gr...
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Great Family ActivitiesHow to Make This SUMMER Unforgettable for the Children in Your Life - lenses for parents, grandparents, godparents ... full of ideas, suggestions and advice
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Best Family Tents and Other Camping Goodies
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Camping season is here! If you haven't grabbed the latest camping gear for your family take advantage of tent and camping gear sales and gear up for the 2009 Summer camping season. Some of the best family vacations I remember involved a tent, a crackl...
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100 Things To Do In Orlando
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Whenever you're thinking of where you'd like to take your family on next vacations, why not think about Florida, especially the Orlando area. For all ages there are lots of things to do in Orlando and activities each member of your family will enjoy....
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Wardsboro 4th of July
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This small Vermont town fair began back in 1949 when community members were brainstorming ideas to raise money and has turned into a celebration that brings people back year after year. Some people look forward to building floats and others watchi...
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Backyard Birding with Grandma
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Planting a variety of native trees, shrubs, and flowers is a way to increase the number of bird species that will visit a backyard habitat. Also it is important to provide cover, shelter, nesting sites, food, and water which are th...
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The "Old Lady" & the sea....
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This is the story of a beautiful "Old Lady", her family and the sea.... something yes, normally one can only find in the movies... however this is a real story and I do hope you enjoy...
Tea Collection - modern, fresh clothing for children
Tea Collection - Tea Collection designs upscale, modern, fresh clothing for children. We are inspired by cultures around the world and each collection reflects the spirit and designs from a specific culture.Tea Collection is one of 1000+ stores in My Power Mall. Shop right here or get your own Power Mall first for great rebates (free to join).
Shop for Summer ...
Enjoy these great products for your summer life - random 5 shopping lenses
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Great Bird Baths and Fountains: A Buyer's Guide
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Give those birds a drink! Let my recommendations help you find the right bath or fountain. You can spend just a few bucks, or get a deluxe solar-powered fountain. Birds need water as much as food. You can have a basic bath, or go beyond by...
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Sun-tastic Sunglasses - Designer Sunglasses for Sale
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Whether you are looking to buy a pair of Oakley sunglasses, a super hot pair of vintage Revo sunglasses, some slick aviators, or you want to make sure you grab the best vintage Ed Hardy sunglasses; this guide is your source for the hottest designer s...
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Staycation -- Everyone Should Try One
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By now, no doubt, you know what a staycation is. Although this word has been around a long time, it really came into fashion in the year 2008. When I hear it, it is a word which still makes me smile. Why? Interested? Travel down the page to Part 1 of...
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Reel Green. Reel Healthy.
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Lawn-mower makers have gone green - at least some of them - to meet the needs of the green mower revolution. The environment will benefit from less pollution. People will benefit from less pollution and less noise. Therefore your health will benefit....
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Colorful, Low-Cost, Yellow Kitchen Accents
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Colorful Mustard Yellow Accents, are just the right summer ingredient to liven up any kitchen decor and stimulate everyone's appetite! You can go bright and bold with reds, yellows, and oranges, choose some simple, solid yellow, eye-catching tablewa...
SUMMER in the City
Entertainment and Fashion ...
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"Niki In the Garden" Exhibit by Artist Niki de Saint Phalle
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Renaissance: A revival of intellectual or artistic achievement and vigor No truer term than "renaissance woman" could sum up late artist and fashion model Niki de Saint Phalle, whose extraordinary sculptures currently are on special exhibit...
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Franklin, North Carolina - The Heart of the Smokies
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This beautiful little town nestled in the foothills of the serene smokies has something for everyone! * Unique Antiques & Furniture Shopping * Arts & Crafts Scene * Gem Mining - even rubies! * Hundreds and Hundreds of Miles of Hiking - including the...
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Kid's Summer Pool Swim Party Ideas & Supplies
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A Pool Party would make a wonderful theme for a child's birthday party, end of the school year party or just a party to celebrate summer! If you are planning a pool party for your child, you will find all of your party supplies right here. This page...
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Ice Cream Birthday Party Favors and Supplies
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Everyone loves ice cream. The ice cream party theme is always a great choice for a children's birthday celebration. You can have this party hosted at your local ice cream shop or have it in your hom...
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY?
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Welcome to "Christmas In July?" or for that matter, anytime of year! It's a great way to celebrate the fact that we're only five months away from the biggest gift-giving season of the year and of course, far too many yuletide yuks yuks to count! At...
SUMMER: Beach Life
Beaches, Islands in the Sun, Fashion, Swimwear, Beach Makeup ... Looking glamorous at the beach!
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Flip Flops - Wear Them All Year
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Flip flops are the coolest form of footwear ever invented. Like I said in my other lens, I'm a very casual person and love going barefoot. Unfortunately however, I can't go barefoot 100% of the time. Those are the times when flip flops come to t...
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Virginia Beach Virginia
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This page provides travel, recreation and vacation information for Virginia Beach Virginia. Please send us your suggestions, articles and links.
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Sand Dollars: Math on the Beach
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One day at the beach in Costa Rica my daughter and I were digging in the sand making sandcastles when we ran across a live sand dollar. Finding a dead exoskeleton would have been exciting but finding a live sand dollar was unbelievable! We held it i...
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Weather in Crete
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Apart from being one of the biggest islands in Greece, Crete is also one of the most beautiful places to visit. It is divided in four prefectures, Heraklio, Hania, Rethymno and Lasithi. Lasithi is mostly known for Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Mallia w...
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CHAIR for beach, mountains, lake, cabin, etc.
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Have the absolute perfect chair for the huge man, little lady, kids, your next girlfriend (oops). Call it a sand chair, beach chair, whatever...Please take a look around my 'store'.
SUMMER: Your Outdoor Experience
Camping Gear, Campsites, Outdoor Safety, Rafting, Fishing, Birding, Golf ...
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Chimney Rock Park , Lake Lure , North Carolina
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The state of North carolina just decided to buy up Chimney Rock Park. Here I am, on top of the rock, with Lake Lure in the background. May 2007. Lake Lure T-shirt shop
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South Carolina's Historic Georgetown
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Rich History & Culture - "Little Charleston" as it is sometimes called is the third oldest city in South Carolina. In fact, some historians claim that a Spanish colony was founded on the Waccamaw Neck in Georgetown County in 1...
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River Otters: Playful Friends of the Woodlands!
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Learn about River Otters through games and hands-on learning centers. Decorate your classroom with a Woodlands Riverbank Theme. Learn the habits of River Otters, the food they eat and how they raise their young. You will find suggestions for both fi...
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Short Stories: Squirrels
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Squirrels are a very special kind of creature. They are furry, cute, hardworking, inquisitive and a joy to watch. They are also pesky, thieving, biting, chewing, disease ridden varmits. It all depends how you view them. They are certainly interesti...
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The Divine Wisdom of Birds
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Since ancient times, because of the Birds connection to the sky, they have been thought of as a supernatural link between the heavens and the earth. Middle Eastern and Asian cultures often speak of birds as symbols of immortality. In East Indian myt...
SUMMER Zen
As a bamboo forest.
Between swinging willows
Sun beams glimmer
Like golden threads.
Clouds return to this calm valley.
The winds carry the fragrance of almonds.
By sitting alone all day long
I clear my mind of a thousand thoughts.
To speak of this is beyond words;
Only by sitting under the quiet forest
Can we ever understand.
- Fa Yen (885-958)
From: Daily Zen
SUMMER Aprons!
Great SUMMER aprons for the grill season on Zazzle
PS. Zazzle is one of 1000+ stores in My Power Mall. Shop right here or get your own Power Mall first!
SUMMER: Garden and Patio
Your Green Living Room: Garden and Patio Furniture, Gardening Tips and some Culinary Advice
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Great Bird Baths and Fountains: A Buyer's Guide
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Give those birds a drink! Let my recommendations help you find the right bath or fountain. You can spend just a few bucks, or get a deluxe solar-powered fountain. Birds need water as much as food. You can have a basic bath, or go beyond by...
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Hummingbirds: Facts, Feeders and Fun Merchandise
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Hummingbirds are amazing creatures. The more you learn about them, the more amazing they become. Here you can learn about them, find great feeders, and browse neat hummer merchandise. Learn how to entice them to your yard with the right feeders a...
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Back Care In The Garden
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Are you a gardener with back aches and pains? Sciatica troubling you ? How to enjoy your garden in spite of the back pain. I Love my garden. When I got back pain and sciatica I thought I would have to give gardening up forever. However, with a little...
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Backyard Birding with Grandma
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Planting a variety of native trees, shrubs, and flowers is a way to increase the number of bird species that will visit a backyard habitat. Also it is important to provide cover, shelter, nesting sites, food, and water which are th...
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The Beauty of a Rose
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The Rose is the most popular flowering shrub in the world over. It is known to express and evoke love, beauty, friendship and passion! No other flower can deliver such a variety of sentiments! I recently found an interest in taking beautiful photos o...
SUMMER Mugs on Zazzle
This week's SUMMER mugs by group member CoolFoto
PS. Zazzle is one of 1000+ stores in My Power Mall. Shop right here or get your own Power Mall first!
Top Ranked Lenses in SUMMER
Random 5 out of the Top Ten
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10 Places to See in Europe Before You Die
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This Lens I made for YOU! The most interesting and beautiful places in Europe: Pictures, Tips, Itineraries and other useful and fun stuff on the BEST places in Europe to visit!
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Free Summer Movies for Kids
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Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? Many movie theater chains offer free (or pretty darn cheap!) summer movies for families. Here is a list of some movie theater summer programs and what to expect. (Note: Some theaters haven't anno...
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Making Lemonade
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This lens is about how to easily make your own delicious, homemade lemonade. Here are recipes and suggestions for flavor variations, links to more information about lemons and lemonade, and links to fun and helpful lemonade-related websites. And ther...
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10 Fabulous Summer Backyard Barbecue Dessert Ideas
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I love summer desserts! Most of my favorite fruits are in season, and full of flavor. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, and apples, ohhh my! Fruity cool light desserts are what I usually think of when I think of summer desserts. Here...
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Dandelion Weeds
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Dandelions are weeds when they grow in your flower beds, vegetable beds or front lawn. But, parts of the dandelion plant are also used in wine and in cooking. The dandelion flower is used to make dandelion wine and bread and the leaves are used for s...
New Featured Lenses in SUMMER
Random 5 out of the 10 newest lenses
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Mykonos Greece Guide
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Mykonos is a beautiful island in Greece and a part of the Cycladic cluster of islands. Among other beautiful Greek islands Mykonos is probably the most cosmopolitan and most popular for tourists especially during summer but at other seasons as well,...
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CHAIR for beach, mountains, lake, cabin, etc.
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Have the absolute perfect chair for the huge man, little lady, kids, your next girlfriend (oops). Call it a sand chair, beach chair, whatever...Please take a look around my 'store'.
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Ideas For Your Farmers Market Booth Or Vegetable Stand
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Once upon a time, Steve and I lived on a farm. And on that farm we had a garden, full of tasty veggies. Intending to grow only what we needed for ourselves, but being new to gardening and not confident in the greenness of our thumbs, we not only till...
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Dry Skin Prevention
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I hate my dry skin when I swim. What are the keys to dry skin prevention?. Swimming is an awesome form of excercise. People of all ages, sizes, shapes and forms can swim. I find swimming relaxes me. I use it is a form of meditation. The water makes m...
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Dinner Melding
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It's fun, It's easy & it s-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-s the dollar while building friendships! It's nearly PERFECT! ... Dinner 'melding' is the newest frugality tip out there! So, what is this groovy little action? Potlucks with a twist. Here in our neck of the...
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INSIDE FLORIDA: Camping and Sightseeing, Staycation -- Everyone Should Try One, Fun things to do with your dog!, Throw A Great Dog Party!, Keeping cool dogs out of hot cars!
Featured Lensmasters
Random 5 out of all lensmasters in SUMMER
Featured Lensmasters - Male Section
Okay, I guess with more than 60 lenses in this group and more than 30 lensmasters it's time and only fair to give them boys their own module, too!
The Women's Room
Lenses made by the SUMMER Power Women Lensmasters - Random 5In memoriam Marilyn French
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Planning Your Walt Disney World Vacation
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The key to having a great vacation at Walt Disney World is planning ahead. You definitely don't want to leave things to chance when you are on a once in a lifetime trip. Disney World is huge and the number of things to see and do is endless. Without...
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Frogs
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We may just be little tiny itty bitty creatures but we have feelings too! We enjoy a relaxing swim at the local pond, sunbathing on a nice hot rock, and chowing down on a gazzilion different insects. We don't ask for a lot out of life, but like ever...
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The Cardinal's Nest
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Every bird-watcher and most children recognize the male Northern Cardinal, but many people know nothing about its nesting and courtship habits. Through the years, we have been able to observe and photograph most of the mating behavior of our beautifu...
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Big Island of Hawaii
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Aloha and welcome to beautiful island of Hawaii. This is also called the Big Island. We hope you enjoyed your 11 hour flight. Before you leave, make sure you have all your belongings. Check under your seats and the overhead cabinets.
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Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
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An introduction to a brilliant show of wildflowers from British Columbia, Washington and Oregon. 2009 spring and summer is bursting with new flowers again - how many can you identify while on your hikes in the Pacific Northwest? If you love flowers,...
And the winner is ...
Strange coincidences! Another helpful blogger has won the 50$ Gift Card. Again there were much more Squidoo participants than bloggers but Random.org seems to have an inclination towards the bloggers.This time Naddez over at Naddez's Goody Corner won the 50$ Gift card in the May/June Giveaway. She is a blogger who has helped us spread the word about the Giveaway.
CONGRATULATIONS Naddez!
Next coincidence:
She also nominated Short Storiers: Squirrels by lensmaster Ladymermaid as her favorite summer lens! Congratulations again, Ladymermaid! Your lens is definitely a nominee for the title of "SUMMER Lens 2009".
Squirrels
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Short Stories: Squirrels
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Squirrels are a very special kind of creature. They are furry, cute, hardworking, inquisitive and a joy to watch. They are also pesky, thieving, biting, chewing, disease ridden varmits. It all depends how you view them. They are certainly interesti...
Group Discussion
Introduce yourself ...Tell us where you live, what summer is like in your part of the world, your favorite summer activities ... and don't forget to nominate your favorite Woman Power SUMMER lens for the May and June Giveaway (see above)!
LSeeger wrote...
There are quite a few fun lenses here! I could not decide between my two favorites so here they are:
Ideas for your Farmers Market Booth
and Planting a Moonlight Garden. I have to say I spent quite a bit of time around the summer children heading as the little guys will be free to play more in just 8 days!
Thank you for being an active group organizer! It truley shows you care!
Ramkitten wrote...
Thank you for accepting my lenses into the group. I'm enjoying looking through others here--lots of REALLY great lenses. We've had a long winter here in Flagstaff, so I'm really soaking up the warmer weather and everything that goes with it. Festivals downtown, hiking, camping, free outdoor concerts ... yardwork. Anyhow, this is a great group and thank you, Heipet, for all the work you put into it.
nicmark67 wrote...
Hello I have just been accepted into the Summer Group Yeah. Although it is winter here in Australia reading Summer will inspire me keep on achieving and get me ready for Summer here in Australia. I am a Summer Baby born in December hence I am a water baby and love everything Summer. I would love to vote for Fireflies: Twinkling Lights of the Meadow I have two children and found the site to very informative and have some great things to do with the kids! Love your work!
Ramkitten wrote...
For the May/June Giveaway--after looking through a lot of lenses--I'm going to nominate "River Otters: Playful Friends of the Woodlands!" by Evelyn Saenz. What an amazing, comprehensive, great-looking lens! I enjoyed every minute of it.
DelosWoodruff wrote...
What a nice variety of Summer related topics to immerse oneself in!
JanetG wrote...
Thanks so much for adding me to the 50 states and for your comments on my lenses. Summer is here! Hooray! Enjoy...
sjgriffith wrote...
This is a great group, I just looked around and love this group. I am appling to get in and be part of this fantastic group of people. I would love to be part of a team like this. Thanks for giving me the chance
CoolFoto wrote...
Great group you have and your active leadership is what all groups need. I visited 3 of the member lenses - all interesting. My favorite is http://www.squidoo.com/smallgardens . The Aerogarden is a fun, fresh idea that could work for me in a condo, no yard. Commented, rated, favored and lensrolled to my Herb Garden lens.
rms wrote...
Wow the choice was very difficult but I've decided to nominate the lens called, How to tie a Sarong, because it caught my attention, contains good information and was very nicely made.
http://www.squidoo.com/tie-a-sarong
Barkely wrote...
I think I have to vote for The Backyard Bird Sanctuary this Month. Thanks for keeping such a fun active group, and thanks for featuring 10 Fabulous Backyard Summer Dessert Ideas:-)
dustytoes wrote...
I live in NH and summer is short! But I used to live in Florida and that is where I collected all the pretty seashells in my lens that you have added to this fantastic group...thank you!
Congrats to the winners in last months contest!
seashell2 wrote...
Some beautiful lenses in the womens summer featured lens group! I enjoyed reading through the Christmas in July...soon enough we'll be gathering gift ideas! Yikes!
aidenw wrote...
Although I wasn't born in summer, I consider myself a summer kid because I love summer. To me summer equals fun! I love it when I wake up in the morning and it's already in the 70's outside. I can just dress in t-shirt and shorts, and I don't have to wear shoes. I'm in southeast Texas and although it's not officially summer yet, I'm already enjoying the warm weather.
seashell2 wrote...
This is a great group! Glad to be a part of it! Just became a twitter follower too!
Shar wrote...
Hi to all ! I have just finished a great new lens, and I am inviting all my garden lovers to check it out. "Planting An Evening Garden" It's time us night owl's have garden's to enjoy... Best Regards As Always...Shar
http://www.squidoo.com/plantaneveninggarden





















