Jaguar Julie -- Lensography of a WAHWW

JaguarJulie Has a Deep Appreciation for Angels 

There are heavenly angels and earthly angels!

JaguarJulie was a Squid Angel for her first term of six months in 2008 and has recently been added to the heavenly group of Squid Angels on Squidoo. A belief in angels and an appreciation for their spirituality has guided JaguarJulie in her daily life. It is natural that angels would mean so much -- sharing the love with you today!

Blessings to You My Dear

Would you not agree? We live in a busy world that presents us with more than our share of life's challenges? Interacting on the internet can increase those challenges as we learn how to communicate effectively with others. Sometimes we might step...

The Art of Cupid

Why not take a moment to spread a little niceness and share the love. Too bad cupid is not flying around the world today shooting his arrow to instill love in people! Ah, yes art is all around us, but maybe not enough love. As beauty is in the eye of...

The Art of Angels

Art can be found all around us. Do you believe in heavenly angels? I believe in angels, in guardian angels. There are also angels on earth, earthly angels. And, there are angels in art, the art of angels. As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, ther...

William-Adolphe Bouguereau -- Angel Art

My first introduction to the art of William-Adolphe Bouguereau was back in the 1980s in Cleveland, Ohio. We had taken a Sunday trip to The Cleveland Museum of Art. I saw this huge oil painting by William-Adolphe Bouguereau of a mother and her chil...

Touched by an Angel -- Earthly and Heavenly

You can count yourself blessed if you have been touched by an angel. There are heavenly angels and then there are earthly angels. From my earliest days in Catholic school I first learned about Heaven and heavenly angels. That set the stage for my jou...

Art Like Beauty is All Around Us 

The art of food can be quite beautiful

The Art of Pumpkins

Art is all around us -- even in pumpkins! As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so can there be beauty in food and pumpkins. There is beauty in food art. Yes, pumpkins can be very photographic art -- a delectable, tasty art! A walk through a pump...

The Art of Food

Art is all around us. As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so can there be beauty in food; beauty in food art. Have you ever created a food item that was pretty as a picture? Yes, food can be art -- a delectable, tasty art! Various food group it...

The Art of Chili Peppers

Art is all around us and in the food that we eat! As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so there is beauty in food; beauty in chili peppers. Have you ever looked at a grouping of chili peppers that was pretty as a picture? Yes, chili peppers can b...

The Art of Cabbage

Art in the eye of the beholder is all around us. It can be found in the food that we eat! Art can be found in cabbage -- green cabbage, red cabbage, cabbage heads! As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so can there be beauty in food and cabbages....

The Art of Squash

Art is all around us. It can be found in the food that we eat! As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so there is beauty in food. There is beauty in squash my dear! Have you ever looked at a grouping of squash that was pretty as a picture? Yes, s...

Did YOU Know That JaguarJulie Went Back to School? 

Yep indeed -- it was Giant Squid Back to School 2009!!!

JaguarJulie got a little creative with the first week's assignment to do a Hey Monkeybrain Consumer Reports debate lens -- doing one on Apples vs. Oranges and Twitter vs. Tattoo. Another week's assignment was about your favorite hobby -- yeah Photography!!! Then time for an open letter -- Dear Amazon dot com, how do I love thee? Seems lots of lensmasters love Amazon too! Hey, Jack be nimble, Jack be quick -- to do that SquidVids Limbo Rock! ;)

Amazon dot com -- How do I love thee?

Amazon is a mega-brand that is the go-to resource for ecommerce for online shoppers. Dear Amazon dot com, I've been meaning to take some time to tell you how much I love you! You have exceeded my expectations -- daily! You are there for me each day...

Limbo Rock Video Showcase

Jack be nimble, Jack be quick! Welcome to the Limbo Rock Video Showcase! Did you know that the incomparable Chubby Checker actually released the song "Limbo Rock" in 1962? Holy Moly Batman! That is over 45 years ago and it is still popular today. In...

Twitter vs. Tattoo -- Which is MORE Popular?

Twitter vs. Tattoo -- Which is MORE Popular? Ladies and gentlemen! Have you not noticed the popularity of Twitter AND Tattoo in the Squidoo Top 100? Holy Mackerel Andy! If you want to get your lens noticed these days, it surely seems as though you mi...

Apples vs Oranges

Apples vs Oranges !!! It is the time-honored idiom that pits these two fruit staples against each other -- apples vs oranges -- comparing apples and oranges. On one side we have the apple dating back to Eve tempting Adam in the Garden of Eden! The ap...

Photography as a Hobby

Photography has been a passion and hobby of mine since I was a child with that box camera! It was always a dream of mine that I would one day convert this hobby of photography into a paying career. I've competed in a couple of FujiFilm photograph...

Yes, So It Was Back to School in September 

Ah, I love these items ... they are so cool!

OK, JaguarJulie is really not a bag lady, but she is a style guru who knows a lot about style and bags. Looking for something classy for back to school -- look no further -- look out below!!!

Kukuxumusu -- Koo-koo-shoe-moo-sue

Kukuxumusu, pronounced koo-koo-shoe-moo-sue, is such a cool whimsical name for this company Pamplonas, Spain. This trendy design company specializes in clothing and product design.  It was founded at the Pamplonas San Fermin festival of the runn...

GYMS Pacific Bags -- Flower Power

GYMS Pacific bags are the coolest bags that make it glamorous to tote your laptop or CDs and DVDs. I've always been a fan of accessories that are made of neoprene. With GYMS Pacific bags you get the water-resistance along with the capability to wash...

Best Backpacks -- For Work and School

Do you want to show a little personality in what type of backpack you are carrying for work or for back to school? Well, I'm here to tell you that I hear you and that you can look stylish. Today, you can find backpacks that are not only durable and f...

Jordi Labanda Bags -- Adorable and Iconic

Jordi Labanda Bags -- Adorable and Definitely Iconic! I have been an online seller of ladies accessories, fashion, shoes, jewelry and a host of other stylish trendy designer items for many years. When I 'discovered' the Jordi Labanda brand, it was lo...

Neoprene Lunch Totes -- For Work and School

When looking for a lunch tote, you want that tote to be durable and capable of keeping your lunch dry and either cold or warm. The perfect solution is a neoprene lunch tote that can waterproof your lunch and provide an element of insulation. Wouldn'...

BOO!!!! It's Almost SquidBoo Time -- JaguarJulie Loves Halloween! 

Halloween is such a bewitchingly cool time of year. This is one holiday that you can actually see JaguarJulie in all her splendor. Yep, dressing up for Halloween is a great way to entertain co-workers. Back To School: Project #2 - SquidBoo Blast helped to produce three of these lenses!

Halloween Cat Costume

BOO!!! Ah, so which costume would you expect JaguarJulie, the cat lady, to be wearing for Halloween? Would you not think that a cat costume would be the best costume choice? Yes a cat Halloween costume is the pick -- for a little birdie made that ver...

Help! Pumpkin Carving and Stencils

BOO!!! Or maybe Boo Hoo? When it comes to Halloween, are you challenged carving that pumpkin? Have you considered a handy pumpkin carving kit or maybe some pumpkin stencils to help you out. Heck, even Martha Stewart uses a stencil to carve her pumpki...

Corset Costumes for Halloween

Do you know that the corset costume has continued to be an extremely popular Halloween costume. Not only are they trendy, but they are so cool to wear in that they actually make your figure look better ... I love them! Keira Knightley certainly popu...

Picking a Halloween Costume

BOO!! Hope I didn't scare you too much with my picture. YEP, that is me. I enjoy each year picking a Halloween Costume to fit my mood. This is one of the put-together Halloween Costumes that I've created over the years. It was a funny story that year...

Halloween Trick or Treat

Trick or Treat and BOO go hand in hand for having a Happy Halloween. Halloween is my favorite holiday because it's a time for ghouls and goblins, Dracula, vampires, and my favorite past-time of Trick or Treat! Isn't it fun how trick got paire...

JaguarJulie IS a Brand Ambassador -- Yes She Is! 

You're probably one too -- think about it.

Well, it may have appeared short-lived, the Brands in Public project, but it is a precursor of what is to come! And, JaguarJulie has been a Brand Ambassador and Enthusiast for many years, well before BIP. She loves her brands after all.

Brands in Public -- I Support

How about you? Do you have favorite brands which you would admit in public that you support? Have you developed a following or a brand loyalty that you would like to talk about publically? You might have heard about the launching of Brands in Public...

Brands in Public on Twitter

You may have heard of or actually been involved with the launching of Brands in Public, a Squidoo project with BzzAgent, pulling in BzzAgent BzzScapes to honor many cool brands. It is no mystery that there was some misunderstanding about this project...

Brand Ambassador

I've been a Brand Ambassador for quite a few years. Early in my career you would describe me as a Brand Ambassador "behind the camera" in that my work was not online and "in front of the camera." Working online you gain a lot more visibility with you...

Amazon on Twitter

Amazon is a mega-brand that is the go-to resource for ecommerce for online shoppers. Amazon is probably the most remarkable shopping institution online today, with a website that is geared towards the customer. Lots of bells and whistles there. What...

JaguarJulie Love Flower Art -- Especially in Art Posters! 

Only the best for your walls -- pretty flowers.

Ah, JaguarJulie loves photographing flowers and loves flowers in art posters for your walls. Whether at the office or at home, here are some of the most beautiful picks in flower art posters!

Nel Whatmore Flower Art

Saying it with flowers takes on a new meaning when you say it with Nel Whatmore flower art prints for your walls. The colors are beautiful for the long-stemmed lovely flower art by Nel Whatmore. You'll have a tough time just picking one of these flow...

Shirley Novak Flower Art

How many times have you heard the expression "Say it with Flowers." What a beautiful way to say it with flowers -- it's flower art by Shirley Novak. The selection of Shirley Novak flower art prints is so incredible. I am a huge fan of her pumpkin pop...

Gerbera Flower Art

Say it with flowers that are happy and colorful for your walls -- that would be Gerbera Flower Art! The gerbera is a bold ornamental flower that can create quite an impact as art on your walls. Looking for gerbera flower art prints? You've come to th...

Kate Knight Flower Art

Add a little art to your walls with flowers! Flower art prints by Kate Knight are just the ticket. Kate Knight flower art prints are available in a variety of colors and shapes. These flower art prints are bold and beautiful with a bit of a retro, vi...

Nelson Figueredo Flower Art

Say it with flowers! Say it with beautiful flower art prints by Nelson Figueredo. You know flower art doesn't have to be expensive to be beautiful. I have found some of the most remarkable flower art prints and they are by Nelson Figueredo. Enjoy you...

JaguarJulie is a FINE Cook You Know! 

Some recent food related lenses to tantalize you.

Ah, JaguarJulie has shared an award-winning chili recipe for you! It has a special secret ingredient. You'll also want to try the Hungarian Spaetzle -- it's great in beef stroganoff, Hungarian goulash, Chicken and Veal Paprikas and even in soups. Get a tip on a great-tasting white wine too. And, maybe try some gourmet food like Roland while you are at it!

My Award-Winning Chili Recipe

My homemade chili recipe has taken first place in a chili cook-off that was held in Jacksonville, Florida. The chili cook-off pitted about one dozen local chefs against each other in a friendly chili cook-off. The points were tabulated, and my chili...

A Great-Tasting White Wine

We recently attended a very special wine-tasting party and were introduced to a wonderfully great-tasting white wine that comes in the prettiest cobalt blue bottle. That's a peek at the actual bottle. The name on the label is Pieroth Blue 2008 Bu...

Roland Gourmet Food

Because of my Eastern European heritage, I have acquired a taste for gourmet food and am delighted at the wonderful array of gourmet food products available under the Roland brand. When I think gourmet, probably the first food product that comes to m...

Hungarian Spaetzle -- Little Dumplings

My grandma Julia Nagy was quite the cook, preparing traditional Hungarian recipes which became the comfort food that we celebrate today. I can remember watching grandma prepare the batter for her little dumplings aka Hungarian Spaetzle. It was the ke...

Giant Squid Summer School -- Assignments Complete Teacher(s) 

W00t! Weeks #1-#4 -- Here ya go!!!

Let me tell you that the first four weeks of summer school were not time to relax! No no no -- no cookie cutter lenses for JaguarJulie -- no using that Giant Squid template either. Each and every one of these assignment lenses were created from scratch. And, a couple of these were the biggest challenge yet.

Thank You Mom!

So, when was the last time you took a moment to acknowledge your mom ... to tell her how much she has meant to YOU ... to thank her for all that she has done ... to tell her that you love her? Huh, what's that you say? You haven't taken time...

Pug the Cat -- Caption Me!

Well, hi there ... I'm so glad you dropped by today. I am Pug the Cat, the country club cat, who stumbled into the world of Giant Squid JaguarJulie. Welcome to my crazy mixed up world! Why crazy and mixed up? Well not so long ago, I was doing just fi...

Rocky the Raccoon -- Caption Me!

Grrrr-eetings and welcome to my world! I am Rocky the Raccoon and it is your opportunity to caption me! I am the fiercest of all raccoons that inhabit the natural area behind Giant Squid JaguarJulie's house. I was here before she moved in and before...

Meyer's Latin Flair in Jacksonville, FL

Meyer's Latin Flair is our new favorite local restaurant. In addition to the most delicious spicy fish, my personal favorite, a special perk of Meyer's Latin Flair is actually Chef Meyer himself. When you dine at Meyer's Latin Flair, you know you are...

My Mind -- My Most Prized Possession!

This has been the most difficult lens that I have authored to date. Why is it so difficult? The Giant Squid Summer School assignment for the second week was to create a lens on our most prized possession -- to take a look around our house and find t...

Take Two!!! Giant Squid Summer School -- Assignments Complete Teacher(s) 

Woo Hoo! Weeks #5-#8 -- And you thought it would never end!!!

I can almost feel it -- it is palpable -- School's out for the Summer! Yowza -- not before one of these babies earned that coveted purple star for quality content -- and the very next day after publishing it! Now that is purple passion.

Jacksonville Zoo -- Your Entertainment Destination

You who! W00t! Yes, I'm talking to YOU! Hey, all you sleepy heads out there in Jacksonville, Florida -- when is the last time that you made it to YOUR zoo? Let me tell you, if you are looking for a full day of entertainment to delight the entire fami...

How to Create a Patio With Stone Pavers

Do you want to know how to create a patio with stone pavers that looks like a Bob Vila project? Well you've come to the right place to learn how easy it is to create a patio with stone pavers! There is no need to mix and pour concrete to have a b...

Our Favorite Tool -- What is Your Favorite Tool?

What is more important to a man than his tools? Do you know what your hubby or the man in your life considers to be his favorite tool? Why not take a moment and ask him? And be sure to direct him here to this debate. In my family, we can agree on thi...

Reality Check by Guy Kawasaki

The next book in my reading queue, as part of the Giant Squid Summer School online virtual book club, is Reality Check: The Irreverent Guide to Outsmarting, Outmanaging, and Outmarketing Your Competition by best-selling author, Guy Kawasaki. I've bee...

My Favorite Lipstick -- Revealed

Would you believe that I have used the very same lipstick for most of my adult life? Well, not the same tube of lipstick, but a particular brand and a particular color. Ladies, can we talk? Have you ever found that one beauty item that you don't want...

Who Said JaguarJulie Wasn't FUNNY? 

The proof is in the pudding my dears.

Well, the humor was always there -- it was just you know maybe a little too subtle. Hubby has told JaguarJulie -- ME -- that more laughter is needed. So, we are exploring the topic of Humor and hope to get you rolling in the aisles real soon!

I am a Cabbage Patch Kid

You may know that it is difficult at best to get an interview lately with Squidoo lensmaster, JaguarJulie. She had gone mum with interviews. Now, she opens up and has granted this very exclusive, about me interview. What did she have to say when we a...

My Platform -- For the People

I stumbled upon this cobrand template this morning when I was searching on Google for "Squidoo Internship." This Google search led me to SquidBlog > Blog Archive > A story about Intern Jess. That Squidoo Blog post led me to siemprejess, aka Jess Neil...

Life Interrupted -- Yours, Mine and Ours!

Ladies and gentlemen, I don't want to sound like Henny Penny saying the 'sky is falling,' but have you not noticed that we have got issues these days? Can you not seriously say that you have experienced a Life Interrupted or you know of s...

Ode to MiMi -- Mi Mi Mi Mi!

Ever get a tune in your head that just won't go away -- it keeps playing over and over and over again? For me today that would be a familiar tune that I've been hearing a LOT of lately -- I title it "Ode to MiMi" and it goes like this ... Oh, any re...

When Pigs Fly -- Look Out Below!!!

So, have you never pondered the thought, "when pigs fly!" ??? Come on, be honest now! I know my generation grew up hearing this idiom quite a bit. I must admit that I never gave it much thought, as I just assumed that it was pretty humorous to imagin...

It's Twitter Meets JaguarJulie and of course Stuffed Cabbage and Guy Kawasaki 

Hmmm, I wonder if Guy Kawasaki likes Stuffed Cabbage ? I know Martha Stewart does.

On April 16, 2009, my Stuffed Cabbage lens earned a purple star for its quality content. On April 19, 2009, that lens made it into the #1 spot overall on Squidoo and by the grace of God, and his angel helpers, occupied that spot for 24 days. Thank you very much!

Best of JaguarJulie on Twitter

Have you ever tried to be your own editor? Why is it always easier to critique another person's work -- or tell them what you think is their very best? I know that is the case for me in that I can easily pick out the best of my friends and follow...

Twitter vs. Tattoo -- Which is MORE Popular?

Twitter vs. Tattoo -- Which is MORE Popular? Ladies and gentlemen! Have you not noticed the popularity of Twitter AND Tattoo in the Squidoo Top 100? Holy Mackerel Andy! If you want to get your lens noticed these days, it surely seems as though you mi...

Best of Guy Kawasaki on Twitter

Where to start I asked myself this morning! Thinking about Guy Kawasaki's book, The Art of the Start, I wondered what he would think to be the best of himself on Twitter? How would Guy Kawasaki possibly pick the best of the best from all his twitter...

Stuffed Cabbage *

One of my fondest food memories growing up is watching my grandmother make Stuffed Cabbage ... and then, of course, eating it!  She had a "secret ingredient" that made her stuffed cabbage rolls the best I've ever had!  I'l...

Stuffed Cabbage * on Twitter

Stuffed Cabbage is very popular these days. It is a comfort food of Eastern European origin. If you search on Twitter, you find that Stuffed Cabbage is MORE popular than you probably imagined. I've done a lens on Stuffed Cabbage to share my secret re...

Ah, Participate in the du Jour! 

Join the Journal of the Traveling Squid -- Add your lenses to the Squidoo and Soup du Jour!

On June 25, 2009, The Journal of the Traveling Squid lens earned a purple star for its quality content. It's been lucky enough to be #1 in the Travel category. Thank you people ... and angels too -- squid angels!

Soup du Jour -- A Compendium of Fabulous Soup Recipes

This is Soup du Jour -- a compendium of fabulous soup recipes! Be sure to add your soup recipes here! Ah soup! Just the mention of the word evokes nostalgic memories of grandma's home cooking. Didn't it seem that grandma could make a pot of soup out...

Squidoo du Jour -- The Top Lens

I am a big fan of Google and find it interesting to check out the keyword trends on a daily basis. Day to day, Google tracks the Top 100 keywords in popularity; the Google du Jour if you please. So, you can think of this lens's content in a simil...

The Journal of the Traveling Squid

The Journal of the Traveling Squid is a goodwill project connecting Squidoo lensmasters, particularly Giant Squids of yesterday, today, and tomorrow worldwide. The inspiration for the journey of the traveling squid really originated in the Summer of...

Jaguar Julie LOVES Squidoo Lenses 

I really LOVE SQUIDOO with all my innards!

I've been loving Squidoo since 3/21/06! My how time flies when you are having fun!

I AM a Member of The Giant Squid 100 Club

Yes, you too can be a Giant Squid on Squidoo. When the call went out to us lensmasters here on Squidoo, the challenge was to create 100 interesting and topical lenses in order to earn the honor of being a Giant Squid. I do believe a few lensmasters,...

Squid Angel -- Blessings to YOU!

This is the first instance on Squidoo that I've actually written about my Catholic upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio, and what an impact it had on my spiritual being. You see, it was the nuns and priests that I encountered in elementary and grade sc...

I Absolutely * Love * Squidoo!

Ah yes, Squidoo! I have been Squidooing since March 21, 2006 -- that's well over THREE years and there is NO stopping me!  I am a die-hard Squidoo veteran who probably has the MOST hours under my belt for Squidooing! I am a WAHW -- a work at...

LOTD -- JaguarJulie Has How Many?

Well, thanks for dropping by my lens that showcases my 3 LOTDs -- lenses of the day. Yes, I've been honored on 3 separate occasions to have a lens of the day. Those have come over the past 3 years of being a member of Squidoo and authoring over 445 l...

Buy Quality Lenses -- Created by Jaguar Julie

Well, Jaguar Julie to the rescue! Why not buy one of Jaguar Julie's developed lenses? While many are not for sale and will probably never be for sale -- no matter what the price as they are PRICELESS -- there are at the minimum 100 lenses that can be...

My Home Sweet Home -- Decorate Me! 

Ah, how sweet it is

My Home Sweet Home -- How Sweet It Is

Welcome to My Home Sweet Home! Ah, yes -- my home sweet home is constantly undergoing improvement to be as warm and inviting a living space as it can be. Although there may be a little too much dust and the windows need wiping, you are invited to com...

Stained Glass for Your Transom Windows

For years, people have added beautiful artwork to their walls. Now, you can add artwork to your windows with stained glass! Stained glass for transom windows is something I know a lot about. Over the past several years, we have acquired a number of s...

Candle Wall Sconces -- For Your Home

Looking for candle sconces for your wall? There are quite a few different decorative styles of candle wall sconces. My personal favorite is the black wrought iron with scrollwork. Since our home renovation project has almost come to an end, we have a...

For your Home -- Naturally! 

Fern Home Accents -- Naturally!

If you haven't thought about using fern home accents to spruce up your home, I'd like to show you some cool ideas! Many of you know that we recently underwent a home renovation project. It's taken us 5 months to see the light at the end of the tunnel...

Bamboo Home Accents -- Naturally!

Ah, home sweet home! Why not decorate your home naturally with decorative bamboo home accents. These beautiful, nature-inspired bamboo home accents are to die for. You will find that there are some of the most beautiful home accents featuring bamboo,...

Palm Tree Home Accents -- Naturally!

Palm Tree Home Accents are that perfect touch of nature-inspired when you are thinking of naturally adding a decorator's touch to your homes. By using palm tree home accents, you can bring a little of the outside ... inside. Just because you m...

Boston International Waste Baskets -- Naturally!

When decorating my home, I like home accents which add an artistic touch. Looking for a special waste basket, I am a big fan of the Boston International artsy and nature-inspired waste baskets. Since we have completed our home renovation project, I a...

Babies in your Life -- Sweet Lenses 

Some of the cutest baby products

Tiddliwinks Nightlights and Switchplates -- Colorize Your Nursery

You won't be disappointed by the cute and adorable Tiddliwinks nightlights and switchplates by Kids Line. The name of Tiddliwinks is so sweet for a line of baby switchplates and nightlights. Pick from butterflies, flowers, frogs, giraffes, ladybugs,...

Baby Vivi Nightlights -- Colorize Your Nursery

Baby Vivi Nightlights are some of the cutest baby nightlights that you can find! The cool colors, fabrics, and tassels add a delightfully whimsical nature to a baby's nursery. They come in some of the richest fabrics and embellishments of fringe, tas...

Kitty Cat Clocks

I love kitty cat clocks -- especially whimsical ones! If I had more wall space, I'd probably have several more kitty cat clocks hanging on my wall. My sister in Ohio has the original Kit-Cat Clock hanging on her wall that mom gave her from when we we...

CoCaLo Nightlights -- Colorize Your Nursery

The CoCaLo line of baby products is sure to please, particularly with the cutest nightlights to colorize your baby's nursery! These are oh so adorably cute, with a whimsical nature and are priced not to bust your wallet. Whether buying a nightlight f...

Bunnies by the Bay

Bunnies by the Bay has got to be the premiere line of baby products that I know! I'm so thankful that I actually have friends and families either expecting or with little ones so that I can buy some of the Bunnies by the Bay baby products! If you are...

Yummy Chocolate for Your Home -- How Sweet It Is! 

It is so delicious for your home

Chocolate Bed Sheets -- How Sweet It Is

If you love chocolate as much as I do, you might want to consider adding some chocolate bed sheets to your bedroom! Ah, chocolate in the bedroom is slightly indulgent, but oh so tasty, trendy and definitely very sweet. Chocolate is a hot color these...

Chocolate Comforters -- How Sweet It Is

If you love chocolate as much as I do, you might want to consider adding a chocolate comforter to your bedroom! Yes, chocolate in the bedroom is slightly indulgent, but oh so tasty and definitely trendy for comforters. And you know, chocolate is a ho...

Chocolate Bath Towels -- How Sweet It Is

If you love chocolate as much as I do, you might want to consider adding some chocolate towels to your bath! Ah, chocolate in the bath is slightly indulgent, but oh so tasty and trendy. Chocolate is a hot color these days for your home and bath. P.S...

Ah, More Chocolate for Your Home -- How Sweet It Is! 

I simply can't get enough of this sweet stuff

Chocolate Candles -- How Sweet It Is

The color chocolate is so trendy and tasty. What's better than the aroma of chocolate in a candle? Well, probably chocolate candy right? If you love the color of rich chocolate or love chocolate candy, you are sure to love chocolate candles! They are...

Chocolate Sofas -- How Sweet It Is

Love chocolate? Then you will love chocolate sofas for your living room! Speaking from personal experience, chocolate is a great color with which to accessorize. I know what I'm talking about as we have a chocolate microfiber sofa and love seat in ou...

Chocolate Tableware -- How Sweet It Is

I love the color chocolate and I love chocolate candy! Have you ever thought of dressing up your table with chocolate tableware? Well, after you check out all the cool tableware that can decorate your table, I'm sure you will be agreeing with me....

Chocolate Table Linens -- How Sweet It Is

I am in love with the color chocolate and I love chocolate candy! Have you ever thought of dressing up your table with chocolate table linens? After you have checked out all the cool table linens I've featured that can decorate your table, I'm sure y...

Ah,Tea for Two -- It's a Tea Party! 

Teapots, Tea Cups and Saucers

Chantal Teapots -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

The coolest line of teapots out there -- Chantal Teapots! You can find Chantal Teapots in the coolest array of colors and sizes to colorize your life and perhaps add a bit of whimsy to your kitchen table. Tea for two never looked so good as with Chan...

Yedi Houseware Cups and Saucers -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

I love colorful and slightly whimsical for my kitchen. And, that's what you will find with this adorable line of cups and saucers by Yedi Houseware. Even Oprah Winfrey has spotted them -- and she knows a good thing when she sees it. Mark my words, yo...

Yedi Houseware Teapots -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

Why are Yedi Houseware Teapots so much fun? That's easy to answer as you can find these cute teapots in a variety of shapes, colors and patterns! There are pastels, bright colors, polka dots (a personal favorite), and even in stripes! What's so cool...

Tea Anyone? Having a Tea Party? 

Ah,Teakettles to please

Copco Teakettles -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

If you are wanting to colorize your kitchen and tea party or want a stylish stainless steel teakettle, you want to consider Copco Teakettles. These teakettles are quite stylish and affordable. You'll also find a few Copco Teakettles that can add a bi...

Chantal Teakettles -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

I am so into teakettles -- and of course the Chantal line of teakettles are pretty snazzy. Any one of them would be perfect to colorize your kitchen or tea party. I've selected several of the cool Chantal Teakettles for you to select from -- you'll p...

Stainless Steel Teakettles -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

Stainless steel teakettles can be stylish and affordable! What a cool way to colorize your kitchen and tea party with a shimmery stainless steel teakettle. Do you have a stainless steel teakettle in your kitchen? What is so cool about these teakettle...

Colorful Teakettles -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

Colorful teakettles can brighten up you life! Colorize your kitchen, tea party and life with colorful teakettles. You can find a teakettle in almost every shade of the rainbow. Colorful teakettles are available in black, blue, brown, chrome, copper,...

Le Creuset Teakettles -- Colorize Your Kitchen and Tea Party

The Le Creuset line of colorful teakettles are quite stylish when it comes to whistling teakettles to colorize your kitchens! There are three different styles from which to select -- the Demi, Halo and Ogive. The Le Creuset teakettles also come in...

Some Recent Topical Lenses 

The Journal of the Traveling Squid and Momerisms -- Love you mom!

It was really because of my mom that the Momerisms lens was created. And, how appropriate to celebrate moms today and for Mother's Day! The Journal of the Traveling Squid is a NEW worldwide project!!! Then, of course, Spanish-themed lenses because of our Costa del Sol Spain Vacation!

Spanish Fly -- What is it?

There is probably a lot about Spanish fly that the average person doesn't know! First of all, Spanish fly is NOT a fly! It is actually a green beetle. Did you know that it is also known as Cantharides and that it has a history dating back to Hippocra...

Momerisms -- Humor and Wisdom from Moms

People, can we talk? I'll bet you have a mom -- right? Is your mom known for her sage wisdom, advice and most importantly humor? My mom is infamous for all that, especially for all her momerisms! I've created this lens to honor my mom and all moms ou...

Spanish Flee -- Vacation in Spain

flee -- transitive verb: to run away from! Our nearly two week vacation in Southern Spain was definitely a type of 'flee' vacation in that we ran away from home -- leaving the care of our cats in a number of friends' capable hands -- and hoping that...

Spanish Flea -- Song and Lyrics

There was a little Spanish flea; A record star he thought he'd be ... Mom was a fan of Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass -- I particularly remember that album cover, Whipped Cream and Other Delights and listening to the trumpetry of Herb Alpert over...

My Squidoo How-To Answer Deck Lenses 

Kimberly asked that I write an article for Squidoo about expanding your lens publishing power; that resulted in the lens! The primer on how-to squidoo was in development for a while. And, I love Feed My Search!!!

Feed My Search -- The Module

The Feed My Search module is a very cool module that helps you build your lens with Google searches that provide relevant, spot-on content to keep your lens fresh. This is a how-to lens to give you pointers on how to use the Feed My Search module. Ho...

Expanding Your Lens Publishing Power -- How-to Squidoo

Hello Lensmasters! I have prepared this special Squidoo how-to lens just for you! This lens gives you step-by-step directions from a squidoo addict who has experienced over three years on Squidoo to become a GIANT Squid 100 Club Member having authore...

How to Squidoo -- A Step-by-Step Primer

This step-by-step primer gives you plenty of how-to information on how to get started building your Squidoo lens. Get some useful tips about how to build that lens with plenty of helpful pictures of the various templates you can use. You'll see plent...

My Fan Appreciation Lenses 

Thank you, thank you, thank you ...

Squidoo Fans -- I * LOVE * My Fans!

I have devoted this very special lens page to all of my Squidoo fans -- some of the very best lensmasters on the internet today as a thank you, appreciation lens! If you have joined my fan club, you will find yourself featured on this lens page! I ju...

Squidoo Favorites -- Applause for the Squidoo Readers

In appreciation for those very special Squidoo Fans who not only take time to sign guestbooks, participate in duels, but also to Favorite a particular lens -- this lens has been created to thank you. I just wanted to do something a little extra to th...

My 1st LOTD Lens! 

From June 2006

To Catch a Thief in Under 40 Days!

This is a true story--my story! How I helped authorities catch a couple of bad guys and what you too can do! Perhaps you have been a victim of fraud or know of someone who has experienced it. Certainly the internet has opened up the opportunity of vi...

My 'Jaguar Julie' Lenses! 

I like to write about others, rather than myself ...

BzzAgent Word of Mouth Marketing by JaguarJulie

I guess you could say "Jaguar Julie" is my brand which is primarily marketed online.  I chose this name when the Jacksonville Jaguars first hit town!  As a supporter of Mark Brunell, our former quarterback, I sold his NFL, Pr...

I AM Jaguar Julie -- A Cat Lady

The name of Jaguar Julie is explained in one of my lenses--actually my first Squidoo lens--but there is more to my catlike moniker than just the Jacksonville Jaguars and an online brand! All the women in my family have always been more than active c...

Jaguar Julie Plexography

Welcome to Jaguar Julie Plexography of my varied Squidoo lenses.  What's a "plexography" you ask?  It's simply a categorized listing of my lenses with links to those lenses along with a teaser of information about each of the...

JaguarJulieBuys eCrater Store -- Everything Must Go

Get great buys from JaguarJulieBuys, Jaguar Julie's eCrater Store. You'll find fashionable designer apparel, accessories, jewelry and so much more all at great prices. I'm closing my store so all items must go. I've organized my items by category so...

Jaguar Julie

Well, you have come to the right place for an 'organized' look at what makes Jaguar Julie tick! She's been around for more than a few years on the internet, but not long enough -- we guess -- to have a Wikipedia listing! Darn, we'll just have to fix...

My Blog & Logo Identity Lenses 

Yep, lenses about my blogs!

Jaguar Julie Designs Logos

Jaguar Julie designs logos! Recently, I sponsored a logo design contest and received a lot of entries from many of my cool Squidoo lensmaster friends. Read on to see the winning entry along with the other entries. I'm still considering a logo redesig...

Jaguar Julie -- Blog On!

  Yes, I've been blogging online for several years! However, it was really thanks to Squidoo that I became a bit more prolific at blogging -- if you could call it that! For the most part, I'm known verbally as a 'woman of few word...

Topicability -- Spot-On, That Which is Relevant

  Ah, the importance of being TOPICAL! Inspired by Squidoo, I'm announcing the launch of Topicability : The Blog making its debut on April 8, 2008! Topicability : that which is relevant, of current interest, contemporary, spot-on. Being...

My Topicability Lenses 

Let's get topical, topical .... I wanna get topical ...

Octosquid -- What the Heck is It?

Octosquid -- What the heck is it? How cool is the discovery of this new species which is a cross between an octopus and squid?! In the summer of 2007, it was discovered at a depth of 3000 feet off the Hawaiian Islands. That mysterious sea creature wa...

Kindle Wireless Reading Device -- Mine!

The Kindle Wireless Reading Device is my favorite gadget right next to my iPod nano and Blackberry Curve. I absolutely love it! I was one of the FIRST Squidoo lensmasters to get the Amazon Kindle; I bought mine in late June 2008. Today it feels like...

People Say the DARNDEST Things

Well, after hosting a number of Squidoo Hey Monkeybrain debates and having included guestbooks on many of my lenses, I'm happy to say that People Say the Darndest Things! This lens has been rattling around in my head for at least since Squidoo launch...

Martha Stewart is Reading MY Lenses

Well, I've been watching Martha Stewart's TV Show for quite some time. And, I've noticed that several of her segments have seemed pretty familiar. Hmmm, can Martha Stewart be reading Squidoo lenses -- MY lenses and other lensmasters'...

Jaguar Julie Wild Kingdom

Ah, a cornucopia -- hey monkeybrain, that's a fancy word for lensography -- of Jaguar Julie's wild kingdom of lenses. You'll find a downright plethora of interesting critters from country club cats to coatimundi! Armadillos, lemurs, opossums, and wea...

It's all about the CATS ... FCNMHP Charity Lenses! 

It's true what they say about personalities ...

Have you created a lens for a charity YET? How about considering FCNMHP ... it was the spotlight charity for the month of June 2008.

Bandit the Cat -- Country Club Cat

"Yes, my name is Bandit the Cat and I am the most discriminating cat in Jaguar Julie's household. I've recently not been quite myself as you see Jaguar Julie took over the management of a colony of feral cats. I'm particularly peeved that she's not...

First Coast No More Homeless Pets in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville, Florida is blessed to have First Coast No More Homeless Pets FCNMHP, a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation. This organization is now working hand-in-hand with the City of Jacksonville, Animal Care and Control, and the Jacksonville Humane Soc...

Country Club Cats

Country club cats are those four-legged cats as in a feral cat colony that has overtaken the neighborhood where I live. For the most part, our country club cats are quite social and are relatively well-behaved -- after all what else would you expect...

Tigger the Cat -- Country Club Cat

"Hi, my name is Tigger the Cat and I am the youngest and most spunky of all the country club cats in Jaguar Julie's household! You've probably already met Bandit and Precious -- they've been around a while and are OK for the most part for older cats!...

Precious the Cat -- Country Club Cat

"Hello, my name is Precious the Cat and I am the most POLITE cat in Jaguar Julie's household. You may have already met Bandit who thinks he's the most discriminating cat in the house, but that's a guy for ya! He's got no manners, what with all the ba...

My Squidoo Activist Lenses 

Make a Donation directly to Cancer Research from these lenses ...

Cook for the Cure -- Think Pink in Your Kitchen with KitchenAid

Yes, KitchenAid has the coolest line of pink Cook for the Cure kitchen appliances and gadgets in support of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. You too can show your support for this wonderful charity and also be in the pink, stylizing your...

KitchenAid Artisan Mixers -- Colorize Your Kitchen with a Rainbow of Colors

What is my favorite kitchen appliance? Why that is easy to answer -- it's the KitchenAid Artisan Mixer! Why? Well, certainly the brand name strength and reliability of KitchenAid and Whirlpool appliances would be utmost in my opinion. However, the ic...

My Superhero Lenses 

Gloria Steinem -- A Feminist Superhero

Is it too bold a statement to make that WE GIRLS have this feminist superhero Gloria Steinem to thank for being able to SQUIDOO? To be able to blog and twitter? It's been over 40 years since her 1962 Esquire magazine article about women being f...

My Teachers Who Mentored Me :: Mr. Duval, Ms. Hartford, Mrs. LeMasters, Ms. Bickimer -- My Superheroes

Do you know that in the United States, each state determines the requirements for getting a license to teach in public schools? And, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there are 1.4 million elementary school teachers, 600,000 middle school...

Helen Keller -- A True Superhero

I don't know about you, but Helen Keller faced some incredible obstacles in her young life. Not only did she overcome these obstacles, but she went on to become an accomplished, unique, and inspiring individual. How do I know Helen Keller? Well, like...

Julia Nagy -- My Grandmother, Namesake and Superhero

Thinking about the 'superheroes' in my life, the very first person that comes to mind is my grandmother! First of all, my grandmother was my namesake -- I was named in honor of my grandmother! And, I can't think of a day that goes by that I do NOT th...

Anne Frank -- A True Superhero

It is incomprehensible to imagine what Anne Frank endured in her young and short life nor is it possible to comprehend the terror that her family experienced. To me Anne Frank is without a doubt a true superhero of immeasurable proportions.

My Food & Cooking Lenses 

Hungarian Goulash

Do you remember having stew as a child?  I hope you liked it!  It sure seems like I used to have lots of stew when I was younger. Think of this as a stew, a stew Hungarian style.  That's Hungarian Goulash.  Goulash is kno...

Chicken Red Curry -- Thai Style!

I've been making Thai style chicken red curry for several years so that I've pretty much got my recipe down to a science. Over the years, I've tweaked my recipe for chicken red curry to make it more tasty. I've finally hit upon the ri...

Polish Pierogi -- Ethnic Comfort Food

Growing up in Northeastern Ohio, I can tell you that we ate lots and lots of pierogi!  The varieties I remember having most often included stuffings of mashed potato, kraut, dry cottage cheese [my favorite], and PRUNE!  OMG, I did not like...

What is Basa?

Basa is a type of catfish that doesn't really taste like the catfish we grew up with in the United States. It's worthy of trying EVEN if you do NOT like catfish!   Basa is a fish that my family LOVES and really can't get enough of. O...

Stuffed Cabbage *

One of my fondest food memories growing up is watching my grandmother make Stuffed Cabbage ... and then, of course, eating it!  She had a "secret ingredient" that made her stuffed cabbage rolls the best I've ever had!  I'l...

More Food & Cooking Lenses 

I * Love * Cucumbers -- 5 Fabulous Recipes!

I've been enjoying cucumbers since I was knee high to a grasshopper in Northeastern Ohio ... those grasshoppers up there sure got to be mighty big you 'all! My favorite recipe for cucumbers involved either sour cream, vinegar, or onions! My grandmoth...

Kifli -- Traditional Hungarian Pastry

Kifli is a traditional Hungarian pastry made by cutting sheets of soft flour dough into triangular wedges, and wrapping those wedges to create a crescent-shaped morsel, which is then baked. I think of them as a variation on the Hungarian Butter Horns...

Butter Horns -- Traditional Hungarian Pastry

Holidays were always THE time of year that my grandmother baked the most of her famous Hungarian Butter Horns.  She could make hundreds of these at a time, with several different fillings -- usually nuts, apricots, and prune.  I l...

I * Love * Rhubarb -- 5 Fabulous Recipes!

Growing up in Northeastern Ohio, we grew quite a variety of fruits and vegetables in our backyard garden. Corn and green beans grew quite well for us, but I can't help but remember the fabulously hearty stalks of rhubarb that our garden produced! It...

I * Love * Brussels Sprouts -- 5 Fabulous Recipes!

According to a 2002 survey, brussels sprouts -- these mini cabbages -- were ranked as the most disliked vegetable in Britain. Well, I'm sure this vegetable has had better success in other countries. According to my palate, brussels sprouts is one...

Going for the GREEN 

Let's get Eco-Friendly!

Bamboo Tiki Party -- Naturally!

The Bamboo Tiki Party is just starting and you can join me in having a tiki-themed, eco-friendly bamboo party. My theme for this green living party emphasizes bamboo which is probably the most amazing renewable resource in the world. Do you know that...

Ohio Buckeye Tree

The botanical name for the Buckeye is Aesculus, named by the Swedish botanist Carl von Linne from "Aesculapius," the name of the mythological Greek god of medicine. In 1809, the Ohio Buckeye was named Aesculus glabra, by the German botanist Willdenow...

Greening Your Office

This is the coolest little green book that is pocket-sized, but jam-packed with helpful A to Z tips for GREENING your OFFICE. These tips can be applied to your home as well. This book offers a great common sense approach to living green and to becomi...

Fresh Squidoo Lenses 

Yellow Squash Dressing -- A Delicious Recipe

My yellow squash dressing recipe is a cross between a yellow squash casserole and a dressing. I whipped this dish up for our family's Thanksgiving dinner. It was such a hit with all the relatives who asked for my recipe. So, what better reason to cre...

Julie Powell

Julie Powell is surely one interesting lady that you get to know quite well through her writing. Her compelling style cuts to the chase and gets to the heart of the matter in such a way that one wonders, 'why didn't I say that?' Reading her blogs and...

Julie and Julia -- The Movie

Julie Powell is my inspiration. She is like the rest of us ladies, facing challenges every day and writing about them. Julie Powell started with a blog in 2002 called the Julie / Julia Project. She had an idea about 'Mastering the Art of French Cooki...

1000 Places to See Before You Die

This is a travel bible of the coolest places to visit in the world. It took Patricia Schultz eight years to research and write 1000 Places to See Before You Die. My hubby and I had actually watched travelogues of this travel guide book on the Travel...

Julie and Julia -- The Book

I was book shopping in our local Borders and came across Julie and Julia : 365 Days, 524 Recipes, 1 Tiny Apartment Kitchen by Julie Powell. When I picked up the book, I was not familiar with Julie Powell's story and about the premise for this book. I...

My COLOR-Full Lenses 

I am into color

Pretty Pink Dresses -- Pretty in Pink

There's nothing like pretty pink dresses to capture that feminine quality. Inspired by the movie, Pretty in Pink, allow me to present the prettiest of the pretty pink dresses. Pink is such a hot color and available in so many shades from the dusty pa...

Cool Designer Sunshine Items -- The Color Yellow

Wearing the color yellow and driving my super bright yellow car finds me in a happier state of mind. What is it about the psychology of the color yellow in that it has the capability to perk us up? Is it perhaps that it reminds us of sunshine or of a...

Rainbow Nail Colors -- Artificial, Gel and Real

For the sake of research in writing my lens, I subjected myself to a forced withdrawal from my artificial nails for more than 3 months! Yes, I can tell you that for me it was tough going without 'pretty' artificial nails for that long of time. Oh, I...

Reflex Blue -- Beautiful Blue Designer Items

Have you ever heard of reflex blue? Would you have recognized this color before reading this lens? Were you aware of difficulties in printing when building a color that uses reflex blue? Why does reflex blue tend to shift in color? Did you realize th...

My Trendy Accessories Lenses 

Radley Bags -- Love the Scottish Terrier

If you've not yet discovered the FABULOUSLY adorable and cute line of Radley Bags yet, you NEED to check them out! I'm been a fan of Radley for a few years now and wanted to take some time to do this lens to let all my friends know about Radley. The...

Click Bags -- Must Have Little Bags

The Click Bag aka C.L.I.C.K. Bag is a sweet little bag that's part of the offerings of Moe Bags created by fashion designer Mary Rambin. This is the HOT little must have bag that oozes celebrity appeal. There is so much celebrity press on this little...

Paul Frank Watches -- Julius and Friends

Yep, I identify 100% with the line of Paul Frank watches ... they are sassy and fun with a whole lot of whimsical thrown in for good measure. To me, a Paul Frank watch is rather like a potato chip ... I can't pick JUST ONE! Like a woman with her shoe...

My Trendy Fashion Lenses 

Shoulder Pads -- Support the Big Shoulders Trend

Support the Big Shoulders Fashion Trend with Shoulder Pads! With a blast from the past, big shoulders aka strong shoulders are back making their appearance in the latest 2009 fashions. How can you be right in style with those big, strong shoulders? W...

Fresh Produce -- Hawaiian-Style Clothing

I'm talking about Fresh Produce, the Hawaiian-style line of clothing. If you don't own any Fresh Produce Hawaiian-Style clothing, you need to get some. Fresh Produce clothing makes great clothing for tropical and island vacations. Along with 3 other...

Big Shoulders in Fashion -- Hot New Trend

The latest fashion trend is big, strong shoulders accomplished through the use of fashionable shoulder pads! Yes, this vintage and retro trend of big shoulders has hit the runways and is appearing in ready-to-wear apparel. You've probably got big sho...

Jams World -- Hawaiian-Style Clothing

Girls, let me tell you ... if you don't own any Jams World Hawaiian-Style clothing, you need to get some. If only one dress, like the one I'm wearing! That dress was purchased on our first vacation to Hawaii, on the island of Kauai. My hubby went off...

A Passion for Fashion

You already know that I am a Squidoo lensmaster, Squid Angel, and Giant Squid 100 Club Member BUT, do you know what really is at my core; i.e. what drives me and makes me tick? Well, my tag line for quite a number of years has been A Passion for Fas...

My Fresh Fashion Shapewear Lenses 

Including the shortini, skirtini and swimdress!

Skirtini Swimsuits -- Find the Perfect Skirtini That Suits YOU

I do believe that the feminity and flirtiness of pretty skirtini swimsuits can not be matched by a string bikini! Yep, I'm admitting it. Yep, I sure did wear my share of bikinis and maybe one or two string bikinis when I tremendously loved my twentie...

Swimdresses -- Find the Perfect Swimdress That Suits YOU

The feminity and flirtiness of a pretty swimdress cannot be matched by a string bikini! Those days are long gone. There comes a certain time in our lives that you really should consider covering up a bit more when you head for the beach. You had your...

SassyBax Shapewear -- Looking Good!

Yes, even Jaguar Julie is plagued by some extra bulges especially the dreaded back bulge. If you are looking for some sassy yet classy shapewear to address those bulges, you've got to try SassyBax Shapewear. I personally have opted to try the torso t...

Shortini Swimsuits -- Find the Perfect Shortini That Suits You

Yes, personally I do believe that the feminity and flirtiness of a pretty shortini swimsuit can only be matched by a skirtini perhaps! Yep, I sure did wear my share of bikinis and maybe one or two string bikinis when I tremendously loved my twenties....

My Slightly Spicy Lenses ... 

Ramp and Red Potatoes -- A Delicious Recipe

Well, you have come to the right place! This recipe is hot from my kitchen to yours. It's been prepared and tested by a host of discerning tastebuds -- that would be my willing coworkers. I promised them the recipe, so the compelling reason to write...

In Cold Blood

I have been fascinated by the author Truman Capote since I first saw the 1967 film, In Cold Blood, based on his captivating 1966 book by the same name. When I saw the riveting 2005 film, Capote, it renewed my interest in the book and the film about...

Spicy Potato Salad -- A Delicious Recipe

Here is yet another yummy recipe that I offer up for your consideration :: It's Spicy Potato Salad -- A Delicious Recipe! Trust me, while my grandmother passed down to us grandchildren her traditional Hungarian and Eastern European recipes, this is O...

Doing the Laundry -- Some Fabulous Finds

But, you may actually pick up a bit of spare change and some interesting items! Quite a few years ago, I did have the opportunity to make a quick buck or twenty when I had a boyfriend who left twenties in his pocket on a routine basis. I opted to not...

My Let's Get REAL Lenses 

The Reserve at Pointe Meadows -- Luxury Condo For Rent

This is 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath luxury condo located in The Reserve at Pointe Meadows in Jacksonville, Florida! This beautiful ground floor unit has a nature view for that extra level of privacy. It has 1,244 square feet and is loaded with luxury extras t...

DIY Yard Tools -- For Your Yard

I love my DIY yard tools and can do a mean bit of landscaping that rivals my hubby's! I have a variety of DIY yard tools -- lots of them are the Black and Decker brand -- that I rely on for our southern yard. Hubby picks out the bushes and plants...

Spam-my Emails -- I Hate Spam

Yes, so am I ... I am sick of all those spammy emails I've been receiving! Spam, spam, spam! I hate spam, spam, spam. I hate spammers. This lens showcases spammy emails that have been received by me or people I know. The IPs have been captured for re...

Forklifts -- A Guide from A to Z

This guide to forklifts gives you an idea of the different forklifts that are available. Why this lens? Simple -- our company purchased a used forklift last year when we started our business. At the end of 2007, we expanded into a second location for...

Plastic Hangers -- Broken Plastic Hangers!

Yep, there are a lot of plastic hangers out there that you need to be concerned! You need to be concerned about WHERE these plastic hangers are ending up. Why? Well, these plastic hangers have a limited shelf life. What does that mean? It means these...

My Fresh Food Lensography and more Food Lenses! 

OMG, yes it's another one -- a organized view of my food lenses ...

Langos -- Traditional Hungarian Food

Lately, I've been hearing a lot of buzz about Langos which is a traditional Hungarian food that's rather like a fried bread. Thinking about langos makes for a nostalgic moment in taking me back to my grade school experiences staying with my grandmoth...

Nut Roll -- Traditional Hungarian Pastry

The Nut Roll is a Hungarian traditional pastry that is a sweet bread known as Beigli. Grandma made her beigli or nut roll usually during the holidays of Christmas and Thanksgiving. Beigli [pronounced BAY-glee] is really a Hungarian sweet bread with s...

Poppy Seed Roll -- Traditional Hungarian Pastry

The Poppy Seed Roll is a Hungarian traditional pastry that is a sweet bread known as Beigli. It is often prepared for the holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Beigli [pronounced BAY-glee] is literally a Hungarian sweet bread with special fill...

I Can COOK -- Jaguar Julie Food Lensography

Master Chef and Squidoo Mega Giant Squid Jaguar Julie cordially presents her yummy Food Lensography! A 7-course meal that will delight your taste buds. You'll find this compilation of lenses covers beverages, cheese and snacks, desserts, dressings, m...

My Lensographies other than this one ... 

This was my first such lensography!

Jaguar Julie HMB Lensography -- Hey Monkeybrain!

Jaguar Julie, hey that's me monkeybrain, really loves Hey Monkeybrain! What a great platform for creating topical debates. I've had so much fun creating my HMB lenses that I had to create this lensography to showcase these lenses. P.S. Thanks to all...

Jules Hungarian Lensography -- Made in Hungary

  Welcome to Jules Hungarian Lensography -- A Jaguar Julie made in Hungary lensography which is a compilation of the variety of slightly ethnic, definitely Eastern European, and very HUNGARIAN lenses I've created here at Squidoo. ...

Fashion Lensography of a Giant Squid

Welcome to Jaguar Julie's Fashion Lensography -- my lensography which is a compilation of the variety of trendy fashion and accessories lenses I've created here at Squidoo.  What is immediately apparent is that I gravitate towards...

Lensography of Jules Jewels

This is Jaguar Julie's Jewels Lensography -- a lensography which is a compilation of the variety of artsy jewelry lenses I've created here at Squidoo.  What is immediately apparent is that I gravitate towards the artsy and creative type of jewel...

Jules Video Showcase Lensography

Welcome to Jules Video Showcase Lensography, Jaguar Julie's video showcase lensography. I was compelled to create this lensography to feature the great video showcases that I've composed. For your viewing pleasure, you'll find the "artists" arranged...

My Groupography and a Lensography-ography! 

Groupography :: A lens that organizes my GROUPS! Lensography :: A lensography of lensographies! A Mega Lensography :: group of groups and lensography of lensographies!

Jaguar Julie Lensography-ography

This is a Squidoo Lensography-ography :: A compilation of my Squidoo lensographies. How did this lens evolve? First of all, a Squidoo lensmaster writes a lens and then writes several more lenses. Next, the lensmaster creates a lensography to showcase...

Jaguar Julie Groupography

This is a lensography of groups; i.e., an organized look at the newly-formed Squidoo lenses that emerged from my 6 Squidoo groups. This lens is a groupography because it is a bit different from a lensography.  The name of groupography specifies...

My Squidoo Groups! 

A see a common thread about Eastern European Countries + more ...

Everything Hungarian Headquarters

Everything Hungarian: This group is about Everything Hungarian including news, politics, shopping, travel, history, genealogy, people, you name it. Have a lens on Dracula or Vampires for example? Well Dracula is a bit of Hungarian and Romanian. Pleas...

Everything Romanian Headquarters

Everything Romanian: This group is about Everything Romanian including news, politics, shopping, travel, history, genealogy, people, you name it. Have a lens on Dracula or Vampires for example--please add your lens to our group line-up! This group is...

Everything Bohemian Headquarters

Everything Bohemian:  This group is about Everything Bohemian which can include quite a variety of "topics" that relate to ANYTHING Bohemian. Buzz words include Boho, Gypsy, Free spirit, Hippie, Funky, Artistic, Creative or Foho. You k...

Everything Eastern European Headquarters

Everything Eastern European: This group is about Everything Eastern European including news, politics, travel, shopping, travel, history, people, et. al. What is considered Eastern Europe? The included countries are Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Polan...

Art Glass Headquarters

Art Glass Headquarters -- It's all about Art and it's all about Glass! This is the headquarters for everything that's art glass or glass art. Self-representing artists, art enthusiasts, sellers and buyers--all are welcome. I personally am...

My "Made in" Lenses -- Highlights Eastern European Countries! 

Each of these lenses is jam-packed with interesting items ...

Made in Hungary -- Not JUST Goulash!

As you may have guessed from the title, this lens is about anything that is "made in Hungary."  I personally wasn't "made in Hungary" or born there, but my grandfather was.  In May 2004, I had the once-in-a-lifetime...

Made in Bulgaria -- Francesco Biasia, Karl Lagerfeld, Lacoste and Perry Ellis?

It is amazing the calibre of designers who have their goods produced in Bulgaria. You may have already heard about Lalo Orna artisan jewelry, but did you realize that such designers as Karl Lagerfeld and Perry Ellis would have their designs made in B...

Made in Czech Republic -- Bohemia Crystal, Puma, and Royal Dux!

I have been interested in my eastern European ancestry and have been fascinated with the many items that are made in Eastern European countries -- particularly in the Czech Republic. Our last European vacation was to Prague and the Czech Republic cou...

Made in Poland -- Marc Jacobs, Cambio Jeans, Sophia Kokosalaki and Vera Wang?

When I was growing up in Northeastern Ohio, I remember all the "made in Japan" or "made in Taiwan" items that were prevalent in our house.  I really don't remember so much of "made in China" like you see today, nor...

Made in Romania -- Dolce & Gabbana, Roberto Cavalli, Armani, BCBG and Valentino?

Yes, there are many well-known designer labels that are "made in Romania."  I was actually "blown away" when I started to assemble my list of designer brands bearing the label of "made in Romania" or "made in R...

My "Eastern European" Countries Lenses! 

A closer look at some smaller countries ...

Ruthenia

I became interested in the country of Ruthenia and the history behind it's territory when I began my genealogical research into my Eastern European heritage. You see, all of my ancestors were of Eastern European descent. On my father's side,...

Slovakia -- The Slovak Republic

Slovakia aka the Slovak Republic was originally the eastern portion of Czechoslovakia. It is a small landlocked republic in Central Europe bordering the Czech Republic and Austria in the west, Poland in the north, Ukraine in the east and Hungary in t...

Carpatho-Ukraine -- Who, What and Where

In 1946 Carpatho-Ukraine became part of the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, known as the Zakarpattia Oblast. After the break-up of the Soviet Union, it became part of independent Ukraine as Zakarpattia Oblast. It's also referred to as the Transc...

My "Eastern European" People Lenses! 

These lenses highlight some well-known people ...

Some of these people may be very recognizable to you that they are from a Hungarian heritage; others may surprise you! They are all from an Eastern European background.

Bela Lugosi

Ah, Bela Lugosi cast as Dracula -- what perfect typecasting as to me Bela Lugosi is and was the best Dracula of all time.  Does he NOT scare you too?  He scared me silly when I was a child and still does! Today I personally will NOT watch...

Ernie Kovacs

Many comics today can thank Ernie Kovacs for paving the way for them!  He had a type of comedy routine that was the cutting-edge of the 1950s.  Well known for his ad-libbing comedy, he is also attributed to inventing many camera tricks that...

Zsa Zsa Gabor

Writing a lens on Zsa Zsa Gabor was a "natural" for me as I have several other lenses with a "Hungarian" flavor and more lenses with the "Eastern European" flavor!  So, why not profile one of the more well-known act...

Andy Warhol

To capture the essence of Andy Warhol, a single lens page just cannot possibly begin to scratch the surface.  So, let this page be your starting point towards an understanding of who Andy Warhol was and what made him tick! Why this lens? ...

My Hungarian-Flavored Lenses 

I'm proud to be Hungarian and give you a closer look ...

These lenses are varied, a bit like Hungarian Goulash, and give you an overview of things that are Hungarian!

Club Dobogomajor -- A Hungarian Vacation Resort

This lens is about a marvelous resort we found in Western Hungary and had the opportunity to visit for one week.  I hope you will enjoy this lens and perhaps think about visiting.  I'm actually hoping to get back to Club Dobo as it's l...

Kalocsa -- Hungarian Folk Art

The Hungarians are known for their pottery and fabulously-decorated stoneware such as those from Kalocsa. Kalocsa is Hungarian folk art.  My first introduction to Kalocsa pottery was in a small Hungarian city of Heviz.  We stopped for a one...

Attila the Hun

Attila the Hun lived from 406 to 453 AD -- that's only 47 years; not a long time. He gained his fame as the final and most powerful king of the Huns. He reigned over what was then Europe's largest empire from the age of 28 until his unexpected death....

Hungarian Travel -- My Hunky Story

Ah, the start of the adventure -- the start of a Hungarian story, my Hungarian story -- my trip of a lifetime!  We originally flew into Venice, Italy, where we spent several days before embarking on the night train into Vienna, Austria.  Th...

Hungarian Gypsies aka Roma

For the purpose of my lens, "Hungarian Gypsies," is about the "Roma" people of Hungary/Romania.  According to Wikipedia, the Roma are "an ethnic group in Southern and Eastern Europe, Western Asia and the Middle East...

My Romanian-Flavored Lenses 

Technically, an extension of the "Hungarian-Flavored" lenses ...

As the Austro-Hungarian Empire experienced many shifts in countries' borders throughout the ages, much of Northern Romania was actually considered Hungary prior to the end of World War I.

Dracula was a Royal Pain in the Neck!

I've been awed by the legend of Dracula ever since I was a child. What finally prompted me to put together this lens was #1--a trip to Budapest, Hungary and Satu Mare, Romania a couple of years ago.  I didn't make it to the Count's castle, but I...

Satu Mare, Romania -- Szatmar-Nemeti, Hungary

Satu Mare is a city located in Satu Mare County in Northwest Romania on the Somes river. It's some 13 km from the border with Hungary and 27 km from the border with Ukraine. What's particularly interesting about Satu Mare is that it was originally a...

My Genealogy-Inspired Lenses! 

A few surprises ...

After my vacation to Hungary and Romania, I felt passionate about taking a closer look at my Eastern European genealogy to learn more about my family's ancestors. In the process, I uncovered some interesting possibilities as to distant relatives!

Vereczki -- Researching this Family Name

I've written another lens on Nagy, the Hungarian Name, which discusses the commonality of the Nagy name.  On the other hand, the Vereczki name is quite the opposite; i.e., its useage is rather rare and indeed difficult to put my finger on any we...

Kovacs aka Kovach -- Czechoslovakian or Hungarian?

For some time, I have been researching my great grandparents with the Kovach name.  I am relying on information from my maternal grandmother, who is now deceased, and from my mother.  As a child, I remember my grandmother&nbs...

Warhol ex Varchola

Yes, if you are into genealogy and have done any digging into your family's ancestry as I have, you probably have found that your inherited last name was most likely changed--and possibly changed more than once!  For example, Andy Warhol wa...

Nagy -- The Hungarian Name

My research has shown that the Hungarian name of "Nagy" is much like the American name of Smith.  In other words, the Nagy name was used a lot in Hungary and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, probably because it translated to "big...

Laszlo Moholy-Nagy

Recently, my sister was reading about László Moholy-Nagy's background and found several of his pictures.  She thought the resemblance to our grandfather, Alexander Nagy, was truly amazing and brought this to the...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... A couple of FUN debates ... 

Does one go with the other?

Harley vs. Honda -- Battle of the VROOMS!

HARLEY vs. HONDA -- Battle of the VROOMS! The battle of the vroom-vrooms or motorcycle sounds has raged for years and years! But, having been a Harley-Davidson 'back-seat rider' for many years, there is no comparison to other imitator motorcycles an...

Silicone vs. Saline -- Which Side Are YOU On?

SILICONE vs. SALINE -- Which side are you on? With all the previous press on silicone implants rupturing, is there anything to debate? Can you even get silicone these days? How about the new types of silicone implant--are they safer? Which is better...

Blondes Are SEXIER and Have More Fun!

Yes indeed -- this is what we think!  BLONDES are SEXIER and have MORE fun! Speaking from personal experience and of course very deep humility, I offer up the premise that blondes are indeed sexier and definitely have more fun! Only my hairdres...

Energizer vs. Duracell -- Who Would Win?

ENERGIZER vs. DURACELL -- Who would win? I've been a fan of the Energizer bunny for a number of years and enjoy those cute commercials. In fact, I enjoy that bunny so much that I've got a miniature replica that sits on my desk in my home off...

BlockBuster or NetFlix -- Which is BEST?

BLOCKBUSTER or NETFLIX -- Which is BEST? BLOCKBUSTER who knock the block off NETFLIX in the battle of the movie rentals. Sure BLOCKBUSTER had their issues early on what with all those reminder telephone calls and late fees. Heck, my hubby and I were...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... It's FOOD and DRINK wars ! 

Far out ... get in on these debates too

Limburger Cheese -- YUMMY or Stinky?

LIMBURGER Cheese is Yummy! I absolutely LOVE the taste of Limburger Cheese. Yes, it is YUMMY and delicious with a slice of onion on a fresh piece of rye bread. I've been loving this pungent cheese since I was a wee one in Northeastern Ohio. It seems...

Cool Whip vs. Reddi-Wip -- Whipped Topping WARS!

COOL WHIP vs. REDDI-WIP -- Which Whipped Topping is your favorite? Ah, a sweet topic indeed. Cool Whip vs. Reddi-Wip! For years the battle has waged over these mighty contenders for the #1 spot amongst dessert toppings -- and other uses not to be me...

Starbucks vs. Dunkin' Donuts -- Coffee WARS

STARBUCKS vs. DUNKIN' DONUTS -- Coffee WARS! Do you prefer Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts coffee? I was just reading that Susan Gunelius wrote a blog post about this very lens topic. It seems that Dunkin' Donuts sponsored the research study through A&G...

Bud vs. Miller -- The Battle of the BEERS

BUD vs. MILLER: The Battle of the BEERS! BUD BUD BUD! I'm a BUDWEISER fan and much prefer BUDWEISER to MILLER beer ... and so does my hubby! Anheuser-Busch actually has a beautiful manufacturing facility on the Northside of Jacksonville which is a f...

Salty or Sweet -- Which Snack do YOU Prefer?

SALTY or SWEET? Which type of snack do you prefer? Actually, I prefer salty snacks ... I really do not have a sweeth tooth! I personally think it tells a lot about the person as to which they prefer. Is it something that's in the genes? Is it a m...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... Do you care??? debates! 

So VERY controversial that they scare some people ...

Squidoo Stats -- Public or PRIVATE ?

SQUIDOO STATS -- PUBLIC or PRIVATE ? HELLO, CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW??? There's been a bit of difference and a bit of debate happening lately on the forum(s) about whether or not Squidoo Stats should be public or private. Lots of wonderful techie cod...

Osama vs. Saddam -- Who is the Bigger BAD Guy?

OSAMA vs. SADDAM -- Who is the bigger BAD GUY? I must admit that these two, Osama Bin Laden and Saddam Hussein are fairly 'equal' if one can say that when it comes to BAD GUYS. However, I am putting my money on OSAMA as the bigger BAD GUY only becau...

Weapons of Mass Destruction WMD - Yes They Exist(ed)

WEAPONS of MASS DESTRUCTION - Yes they exist(ed) ! I firmly believe that the ongoing debate in the media about whether or not there are, were, or will be WEAPONS of MASS DESTRUCTION [WMD] is a mute point as ABSOLUTELY YES there were such weapons; ye...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... it's a KNOCKOUT Debate! 

And, Jaguar Julie isn't the first to ask this!

Laila Ali vs. Natascha Ragosina -- Battle of the SUPER Middleweights

LAILA ALI vs. NATASCHA RAGOSINA -- Battle of the Super Middleweights Laila Ali would win in a bout with Natascha Ragosina. This would definitely be a pairing of two 'heavyweights' in the boxing superworld of the 'super middleweights.'...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... MONEY MONEY MONEY MONEY Debates! 

Jaguar Julie asks what EVERYONE WANTS TO ASK ...

VISA vs. MasterCard -- Which Card?

VISA vs. MASTERCARD -- Which side are you on? Which card is for you? So, confess ... are you a VISA card user or a MASTERCARD user? I don't think deep down that a credit card user loves both, but easily prefers one or the other. I am a VISA card use...

Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW -- Which ROADSTER is For You?

MERCEDES-BENZ vs. BMW -- Which ROADSTER is for YOU? I've heard the debate FOR YEARS! You're a fan of either MERCEDES-BENZ and BMW! If you love one of these, you don't change-over to the other side ... E-V-E-R! Now I attest to this debate...

Made in USA -- Endangered Species!

MADE in USA -- ENDANGERED SPECIES! Have you bothered to look these days at the labels inside the clothes you wear to see where they are made? Well, I make it a point to do so as I've been a seller of apparel and accessories for a number of years, bu...

Google vs. Yahoo -- Which SIDE Are You On?

GOOGLE vs. YAHOO -- Which side are you on? I must confess that I am a die-hard fan of Google, despite the minor slap to Squidoo in the summer of 2007. I watched my lenses take a tremendous nose-dive in rankings, but it looks like we've kissed an...

Credit vs. Debit: Which SIDE Are You On?

CREDIT vs. DEBIT: Which side are you on? You're at the checkout and asked, "Will that be credit or debit?" Huh? I have an option these days? And, BTW, what ever happened to good old hard-earned cash ... or is that something for the par...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... POLITICS ! 

Getting a bit topical ...

Pat Paulsen for President -- Dead Serious!

PAT PAULSEN for PRESIDENT! For those of you familiar with Pat Paulsen, you're apt to remember his unsuccessful bid for the Presidency in 1968, 1972, 1980, 1988, 1992, and 1996! Yes, he tried repeatedly as a member of the STAG Party -- Self Talking A...

Haves vs. Have-Nots -- Who is HAPPIEST?

HAVES vs. HAVE-NOTS: Who is happiest? Ah, this HMB debate takes me back to 7th grade when our Social Studies assignment was to write about the HAVES and the HAVE-NOTS. When I came home from school, I asked my mother, who was a 'stay-at-home' mom THE...

Conservative vs. Liberal -- Which Side Are YOU On?

CONSERVATIVE vs. LIBERAL: Which side are you on? We are talking about Politics, the Economy and YOUR Financial FUTURE! With all the heavy-duty campaigning, we were all exposed to a lot of CONSERVATIVE vs. LIBERAL promises. How do I feel about all th...

Right vs. Left -- Which SIDE Are You On?

RIGHT vs. LEFT: Which side are you on?  It is the time-honored question of RIGHT vs. LEFT. That's right-wing vs. left-wing ... In politics, left-wing refers to those who prioritize equality as a political end, in opposition to the right-wing...

Hey, Monkeybrain ... TRY these on for size: The 'Gruesome Threesome' 

Jaguar Julie gets controversial !!!

Drew Peterson Did IT!

DREW PETERSON definitely DID IT! Oh man ... the arrogance and sheer audacity of this guy Drew Peterson just kills me! To have the nerve to accuse his wife Stacy of running off with another man and leaving her young children is just too much to stoma...

Scott Peterson Did IT!

SCOTT PETERSON definitely DID IT! Here is this arrogant guy Scott Peterson who murders his wife Laci Peterson and their unborn child! Scott Peterson definitely did it! Laci and her unborn child are no longer WITH US because of Scott. In my mind, and...

OJ Definitely Did IT!

OJ definitely did it! There is no doubt in my mind that OJ did it! What is it? Well, excuse me for being rather blunt about it ... but you surely must have been either born yesterday or been living under a rock to not know about IT! Two words: Nicol...

My Eclectic "Favorite" Lenses! 

I don't know if you'd call these "fan" lenses, but they're close ...

These are a variety of lenses -- I admired Princess Diana and was compelled to create a lens about her, but my first lens on her was actually 10 years ago on CompuServe's OurWorld! Givenchy is my FAVORITE designer brand!

Kevin Spacey -- Multi-talented Performer

Well, you might think that's a bit of a strange question, but I adore Kevin Spacey, as I've "gotten" to know him, from his many cool movies and interviews.  Maybe it's his suave and debonair manner?  Maybe it's his subtle sense of...

Shakira! Shakira! My Favorite Female Pop Star!

Did you know that this Colombia pop-star has broken all sorts of music chart records, not to mention hearts worldwide?  She is also the only artist from South America to reach the number-one spot on the Billboard Hot 100, the Australian ARIA cha...

Givenchy -- A Bit of Audrey Hepburn Style

When I think of Givenchy, I think of Audrey Hepburn!  I feel passionate about the Givenchy designer brand as it is my favorite designer line and I am a collector of Givenchy signature logo accessories.  Naturally, I was compelled...

Princess Diana

I was deeply-saddened that night in August 1997, along with millions of others, when we received the news of Princess Diana's death.  I can only think of a couple of other instances that touched me in that manner -- John F. Kennedy and John F. K...

T.A.F.F.Y.

T.A.F.F.Y. is my acronym for Today's Adorable Find For You!  As I travel throughout the internet, seeking fantastic finds, I will highlight an item that I've found. Oh, did you know? This was one of my 'high-maintenance' lenses as I spent m...

My "Trends in Fashion" Lenses! 

I adore polka dots and hearts, among other trendy things ...

It was a lot of fun putting together one of my oldest lenses; the original polka dots lens: "A Spotted Trend: Polka Dots" as this trend has been popularized by celebrities and you can see polka dots in so many designs. I also am a fan of hearts!

Colourful Jewel Tones -- Fashion Trend

Jewel tones are hot and heavy, showing that they are a sustainable fashion trend, and are boldly apparent in Summer 2008 fashions. Jewel tones show a person's conviction to color as they're bold, vivid, colorful and deeply saturated in color! ...

Patent Leather -- Patent-ly Trendy!

Have you seen all the patent leather out there and noticed that it's not just the color black that's popular?  Today patent leather is hot again! What technically is patent leather anyway?  It's a leather that has been given a high glo...

Geometric Patterns -- Hypnotically Trendy

Geometric patterns in designer apparel, jewelry, home decor, and furniture have been the rage!  There are flat shapes and solid shapes in geometry. Squares, circles and triangles are some of the simplest shapes in flat geometry. Cubes, cylinders...

A Spotted Trend -- I * Love * Polka Dots

This lens is a spot-light on polka dots! ;-)  Hopefully, you'll spot something you like!  Polka dots have been a hot trend that is continuing into the next season.  They're not something that's new, but have also been a HOT trend for t...

Hearts -- Heart Imprints and Heart-Shaped

Hearts are a particular favorite of mine. Have you ever noticed how many designer items you can find with hearts and heart imprints? There are also many trendy heart-shaped items. Hearts, hearts, hearts are everywhere. Hearts and heart-shapes can be...

More "Trends in Fashion" Lenses! 

Remember those polyester leisure suits, color block, black & white, flats ...

Actually, polyester is still alive today although you might think of it as a retro fabric. Look at the fabric content that states "poly" or "poly blend." That's polyester.

Gucci -- The Horsebit is Fashion -- No Horsing Around!

A horsebit is a piece of metal that is placed between the horse's teeth near the back of the mouth.  Figuratively, a horsebit is a fashion accessory seen in designer jewelry, apparel, shoes, and accessories. Gucci is probably THE most pred...

I Love YOU by Crocs -- High Spirits

The High Spirits Collection is simply to die for! It's from the brand new range of women's fashion shoes, YOU by Crocs. I personally BECAME a fan of Crocs when I discovered the Prima ballerina flat! Well, since I've ordered so many shoes directly fr...

Color Block -- Hip to be Square and Colorful

Color Block -- It's definitely hip to be square and to be colorful ! Whether it's big blocks of black and white or bold and vivid blocks of color, color block in fashion is a hot trend.  Black and white has been a trendy color pairing for a few...

Bow Dress -- Dresses with Bows

Remember when you saw Charlize Theron at the Oscars in that fabulous Oscar de la Renta Bow Dress? That's probably the most memorable bow dress of all times. Next, you might have caught Nicole Kidman in her red Balenciaga Bow Dress. I believe a bow ca...

I Like a Little Polyester in My Clothes

Polyester!  What does this mean to me?  Hey, I naturally think of machine washable clothing.  Not such a bad thing.  As a matter of fact, polyester is alive and well today.  One would think it died with the leisure suit, bu...

My High-Fashion Lenses! 

Some very cool fashion designers ...

Giorgio Armani -- The Man and his Designer Labels

When you think of Giorgio Armani, it's undoubtedly his Italian designer suits that first come to mind.  Who hasn't heard of an Armani suit or the fact that Richard Gere made a fashion-statement in Armani when he starred in American Gigolo? ...

Valentino Garavani -- Italian Fashion Designer

Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, who has dressed some of the world's most glamorous women, has finally retired. The 75-year-old has said he would step down in January 2008. He celebrated his 45th anniversary in the fashion industry d...

Sophia Kokosalaki -- Greek Fashion Designer

Her trademark style of pleating, folding and draping can be likened to that of the Japanese origami--it's rather origami fashion at its finest.  Sophia Kokosalaki's collection is wearable, yet edgy, incorporating a cool London look along with he...

Alice Temperley -- English Fashion Designer

Alice Temperley's timeless designs are defined with unique details, bold prints and pops of color.  Alice Temperley recently launched her exclusive collection of women's fashion and accessories as part of the GO initiative at Target.&n...

Rene Lezard -- German Fashion Company

Rene Lezard has been described as Russian bohemian meets Emma Peel -- very trendy and very now fashion that's a bit of East meets West! The German Fashion Company of Rene Lezard was founded in 1978 in Schwarzach, Wurzburg by Thomas Schaefer.&nb...

More High-Fashion Lenses! 

Yes, more very cool fashion designers ...

Proenza Schouler -- Celebrity Style Fashion and Footwear

The designer label of Proenza Schouler has a classic, stylish appeal. It's a classic, stylish high-end line of women's celebrity style fashion apparel and footwear from shoes to boots. The brand name originates from the designers' mothers' maiden nam...

Takada Kenzo -- Japanese Fashion Designer

If you're not yet familiar with Takada Kenzo aka Kenzo Takada, you'll surely be hearing more about this talented Japanese fashion designer.  His singularly name brand of Kenzo has been gaining in popularity over the past few years.  I've be...

Yoana Baraschi Fashion

In a nutshell ... that's why I am a fan of Yoana Baraschi fashion! I appreciate her exquisite tailoring to produce apparel to make a woman feel and look like a woman. In her early career, she trained in Paris and later tenured with Betsey Johnson. We...

My Hot & Stylish Dresses Lenses! 

Call me the "Queen of the LBD" ...

LBD? That's "little black dress" in case you didn't know. I have been called the "Queen of the LBD" by my hubby who tells me I need to live in NYC! because of my need to dress up. Oh, and I'm a big fan of the corsetry I've seen!

Little White Dress -- Not Just for Weddings

I've been a fan of the Little Black Dress aka LBD for far too many years to count. To me, a Little White Dress aka LWD is another trendy item to include in your wardrobe. What's that you ask, "White, how can that be?" Yes, you see that the LWD has qu...

Little Black Dresses -- LBDs

The little black dress has been a fashion staple of mine LONG before it became a fashion trend. Do you know who is responsible for popularizing the little black dress? Today, the little black dress has come into its own, and is referred to as simply...

Corset Dress -- Uber-Sexy Corset Dresses

Celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Madonna, among a host of other popular celebrities, have made the corset and corset dress very fashionable and vogue these days. Searching on eBay you can find a few thousand corset dresses. Today, the corset dress...

My Favorite Designers -- Drumroll ...

If someone asked you to name your Favorite Designers, could you?  Could you give a Top Ten list of your favorite designers?  Or, would you only name one or two or just a few?  Do you have different favorite designers for clothing, acc...

Little Red Dresses -- Men * Love * Women in Red

Calling all you style-conscious mavens! It's the perfect season for The Little Red Dress!  A red dress is a staple for your wardrobe -- it has come into its own.  The ultimate in red dresses are designed by Valentino as shown here. I person...

My Trendy Trench Lenses! 

It's double-breasted, stylish, and in demand ...

There are so many stylish designer trench coats and jackets available that I just had to write a lens on each!

The Amazing Trench Jacket

The trench coat has evolved into a shorter, often times cropped, model to become the fashionable and uber-chic Amazing Trench Jacket! Today there are so many fashionable brands of the updated trench jacket, as well as the trench coat.  The trenc...

The Amazing Trench Coat

Yes, the trench coat has come into its own!  I wouldn't expect to see MY grandmother in the trench coat.  She's not been with us for a number of years, so I don't know, maybe I'd see her in the trench coat.  Now, I'll have to ask my mo...

My Runway Fashion + Accessories Lenses 

Runway Fashion -- Beautiful Designer Fashion from the Runway

You can dress to the hilt like a celebrity with these gorgeous designer fashions. I've been a big fan of Project Runway and Full Frontal Fashion for quite a while. It's thanks to these two programs in particular that "runway fashion" has be...

Runway Handbags -- Beautiful Designer Bags

You too can own one of these fantastic runway designer handbags and perhaps feel like a celebrity!  Isn't it amazing just how many sweet designer bags there are?  Maybe that explains why a typical fashion-conscious woman has so many bags in...

Runway Footwear -- Beautiful Designer Shoes from the Runway

If you are a style fashionista like me, you've got to have the right shoes or boots to complement that designer outfit!  Project Runway and Full Frontal Fashion are two programs credited with bringing "runway fashion" and &qu...

My "Kimono" Lenses! 

These are artsy "wearable art" type lenses ...

I adore the Kimono and how the Kimono fabric has appeared in jewelry, shoes, and clothing to create gorgeous "wearable art" designer items!

Kimono Fashion -- Uber-Trendy

The kimono as you may know it has become uber-trendy in its influence on Western style clothing. The most popular is the kimono dress with a wrap-style and roomy kimono sleeves. A recognizable designer today who's gotten a lot of buzz...

Kimono Shoes -- Uber-Trendy

To fully appreciate these beautiful shoes you must love at least one of these: asian-inspired, vintage, floral, bright colors, custom-made, wearable art! I will readily admit that when I first came across Hetty Rose's shoes, I was immediately ho...

Kimono Jewelry -- Uber-Trendy

Have you seen all the kimono jewelry that has been the rage? Kimono jewelry can be seen as acrylic or laminated, natural fabric over metal, or as anodized aluminum. There's quite a nice selection of all of these.   One of my favorites is an...

My "Boho Foho" Flavored Lenses! 

These lenses have that bohemian / Hungarian flavor ...

When I think of crochet and lace, I think of Hungarian and Eastern European. I've got a lens on crochet designs and lace designs, as well as Boho Foho and what that means!

Lace Designs -- Popularized by Grandmothers

Lace designs, much like crochet, are widely used today in clothing, fashion accessories, jewelry, home decor, home furnishings, furniture, and other designs.  If you've seen my other lens on crochet, you'll have a bit of an idea about the uses o...

Pom-Poms -- A Furry Fashion Phenomenon!

Pom-poms are the furry little balls that can be found on clothing, hats, fashion accessories, home decor, and an assortment of other designer items! Pom-poms have been popular for a while as they bring a bit of whimsy and frivolity to that designer i...

Crochet Designs -- Popularized by Grandmothers

Crochet designs are fashionable and trendy today. Crochet designs can be seen in clothing, accessories, and jewelry as beautiful handcrafted, wearable art. It's also trendy in home decor, home furnishings and furniture.

Bohemian is in Fashion

The proper definition of a Bohemian is a native of the Czech province of Bohemia.  However, in today's language, the term "bohemian" is used to describe a style of fashion which was originally attributed to artists, writers, and d...

My Designer Handbags Lenses! 

Well, some of my friends actually thing I'm a bag lady ...

I've collected and sold designer handbags for many years -- I like the authentic ones, thank you -- and have some favorite designers ... actually, the lens on Vincent Van Gogh is rather a cross-over lens ...

Vincent Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh, the artist is known today to so many of us. His art speaks volumes -- what other artist sacrified an ear for his work? I am an art enthusiast and count Vincent Van Gogh as one of my favorites. Did you know that there is also a line...

Bag Lady of Song -- And Then Some Bags!

What exactly is a Bag Lady you might be asking?  Today, it literally refers to someone who sells designer handbags.  At one time, not all that long ago, this used to refer to someone who was homeless and down on their luck.  Once...

Best Bags -- A Top Ten Countdown

I'm a self-described "bag-a-holic" as I own a few hundred bags, have bought and sold bags online for a number of years, and search for bags everyday. To us ladies, the bag is an essential component of our wardrobe!  We've...

Lamarthe Designer Handbags

Have you heard of the wonderful luxury designer handbag brand of Lamarthe?  Until recently the popular French line Lamarthe could only be found in the chic department stores of Paris.  Today Lamarthe's Exception bag is named as one of Elle...

La Tour Eiffel -- The Eiffel Tower

Hello to La Tour Eiffel -- The Eiffel Tower that you will find in Paris -- the fabulous iron tower built on the Champ de Mars beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the 'tallest structure in Paris' and among the most recognized symbol...

More Designer Handbags Lenses! 

Anniversary Bags

You could say that the Anniversary Bag for a particular designer signifies that they have arrived at establishing themselves as a desirable fashion accessories brand.  The designers that are featured in this lens with Anniversary Bags celebrate...

Coach Company -- Designer Handbags, Accessories and Footwear!

Do you realize just how popular the designer brand Coach is when you try to find it on eBay, for example?  I found over 34,000 auction listings for Coach designer items and more than 18,000 such items in eBay Stores.  Coach is a popular des...

My Cool Jewelry Lenses! 

This is an eclectic array of lenses ...

Each of these lenses highlights an interesting type of jewelry ... one of my favorites is Ananda Khalsa!

Ananda Khalsa -- Nature-Inspired Jewelry

Ananda Khalsa has the most exquisite jewelry. I am a fan of her beautiful designs and hope that I can introduce you to her work! Her jewelry is inspired by nature, blended with original Asian art acrylic paintings. Very unique; very original!

Corset Jewelry

Corset jewelry has that lace-up, crisscross styling of a corset. I personally love the look of corset jewelry with its crisscross styling.  This cuff is one of my favorites examples of corset jewelry.  It's the Zoppini Stainless Steel Leath...

It's a Wrap -- Jewelry With a TWIST

The little wrap dress by Diane Von Furstenberg revolutionized the designer industry in the 1970s.  We've seen the wrap dress return with a new twist by Project Runway designer Kara Janx.  Now, the wrap hits jewelry with a wrap bracelet/neck...

Sculptural Jewelry -- 3-D Wearable Art

Have you seen all those cool rings which give new meaning to three-dimensional wearable art for your fingers? This one is a perfect example! As you undoubtedly know, a sculpture is a type of art that is three-dimensional.  I'd like to show...

Concrete Jewelry -- Take a Hard Look

Take a hard look at concrete jewelry and you will love it! Well over one year ago, I became acquainted with concrete jewelry for the first time.  I was browsing The Artful Home and came across the jewelry of Frances Smersh.  I was honestly...

My Pearl Jewelry Lenses 

I began collecting pearls when we first vacationed in Kauai, Hawaii. I began with the Tahitian Black Pearls and followed up with the South Seas Golden Pearls. Now I'm working on Chocolate! Yumm.

Chocolate Pearls -- How Sweet It Is

I've been a fan of pearls for quite a few years now. The first time I spotted the Tahitian Chocolate Pearls, it was love at first sight. I've found a chocolate that's so desirable and non-fattening!  Now, if you can afford the real thing, the Ta...

Golden South Seas Pearls -- Shades of Yellow

It was on a second trip to Kauai, Hawaii that I became familiar with the beauty and desirability of the Golden South Seas Pearls.  Before flying into Lihue Airport on Kauai, we spent one-week on the Big Island of Kona.  It was on the Big Is...

Black Pearls -- Tahitian Style

  Tahitian black pearls come from the warm waters of the South Seas and are grown in a black-lipped oyster. That type of oyster can grow to be quite large at 12 inches or more in diameter which can mean some really big black pearls from 8mm to...

My Resin Jewelry Lenses! 

Resin is a hot commodity in jewelry ...

Check out these cool designer lenses ... you'll be amazed, I'll bet, at the different uses for resin.

Resin Designs in Jewelry

It truly boggles the mind just how many gorgeous designer items there are that are resin-based.  Probably my first introduction to resin jewelry was about three years ago when I started selling Lalo Orna, Made in Bulgaria resin jewelry and acces...

Made in Bulgaria -- Lalo Orna

If you've not yet discovered Lalo Orna's Made in Bulgaria, artisan jewelry collection, you owe it to yourself to check out her items.  So who is Lalo Orna anyway? She is one of Israel's most distinctive and imaginative artists who has been...

Jackie Brazil -- Cool Resin Jewelry

If you've not heard about Jackie Brazil jewelry, you may not know what you are missing!  It's a visually-stunning collection of jewelry, handcrafted of Brazilian resin by the designer Sobral.  The pieces are modern with a hint of the retro,...

My Felt Lenses! 

How do you feel about felt?

I don't know if you realize just how many cool applications there are for felt! I surely didn't until I began my first lens on felt designer items -- you'll literally find it in just about any application for clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes!

Felt Beaded Jewelry

I am truly amazed at all the fantastic felt beaded jewelry that I've seen on the internet! Who would think you could make such beautiful jewelry from wool felt? Allow me to introduce you to some beautiful felt beaded jewelry and the talented indie de...

The Slice -- Felt Cushions and Hot Pads by Lene Frantzen

Can we talk?  Have you seen the Slice yet?  I am seriously in love with these.  They are cool, rather nature-inspired, works of art for your home.  I'll bet you'll be falling in love with these like me and find that you have to ha...

The Queen of Felt -- Mary-Ann Williams

Once you have seen the portfolio of Mary-Ann Williams, you'll undoubtedly agree that she is the "Queen of Felt!"  While I've not personally met Mary-Ann, I have communicated with her several times.  As I am blown away by her felt...

Felt Home Decor -- Handworked Wool

Yes, now that I have your attention--I'm talking about the use of felt in home decor and home accents.  Pictured here is one of the coolest felt items I've seen!  It's Henry's Collar, a fruit holder or fruit bowl.  It was designed...

Felt Jewelry

I am blown away at all the beautiful hand-felted jewelry I've seen on the internet.  There are so many talented indie designers today who are crafting hand-felted jewelry. In this lens you'll find a nice a cross-section of some of the best handc...

My Food SPICES Lenses 

The fact that I love the color red might help to explain my love for these two red spices!

Paprika -- Hungarian Spice

I've been using Paprika for quite some time, well before I could drive a car. In fact, I even remember as a child adding it to my oatmeal ... today I wouldn't recommend that but I have seen friends adding it to their scrambled eggs! My grandmother u...

I * Love * Cayenne Pepper -- Do You?

Cayenne is a medicinal and nutritional herb. It is a very high source of Vitamins A and C, has the complete B complexes, and is very rich in organic calcium and potassium, which is one of the reasons it is good for the heart. Many herbalists believe...

My Health & Medicine Lenses 

I like to write about those actual experiences I've had -- especially if it is health related and I've had that type of surgery! I am like the six million dollar woman!

Meniscus Tear -- Not Just a Jock's Injury!

Yes, a meniscus tear is not just a jock's injury! A meniscus is either of two specific parts of cartilage of the knee. The knee contains a lateral meniscus and a medial meniscus.  Did you know that the medial meniscus is more commonly a...

PTCA -- Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty

One of the most common non-surgical treatment for opening obstructed coronary arteries is Percutanueous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty aka PTCA. The name itself says a lot about the procedure: * Percutanueous means access to the blood vessel is m...

Achilles Tendon -- Ruptured or Torn?

Well, I sure didn't know that until I began my research into this tendon. And, you could really fool me about it being the strongest! You see, I was doing some chores around the house ... specifically standing on my tippy toes and doing a lot of reac...

SLAP Tear -- What is it?

If you're one of the many who have experienced a SLAP Tear, then you know that it can be quite painful. Speaking from personal experience, I've had a SLAP Tear in which the glenoid labrum of my left shoulder was torn along with a total detachment of...

Morton's Neuroma -- A Pain in the Foot

A Morton's Neuroma is such a pain in the foot let me tell you! I now have a "foot to stand on" so to speak thanks to my foot surgery to excise that painful Morton's Neuroma! It took me nearly two years since I was first diagnosed with the neuroma to...

More Health & Medicine Lenses 

I've actually had the distinct pleasure of working side-by-side with Dr. Andreas Gruentzig, credited with being the pioneer of percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty!

Menopause -- Hmmm, Not Enough Testosterone?

FYI ... This lens is experiencing new life as a new lens in that it previously was about a topic that is a pharmaceutical and now violates the terms of service. To know me is to know that I love Squidoo and I want to abide by the rules! Well, perhap...

Elephant Man -- Yes, More Than ONE

Known as the ORIGINAL Elephant Man, Joseph Merrick was initially diagnosed with a condition interestingly named Elephantiasis. It took nearly one century for a different diagnosis of Neurofibromatosis which today is still thought to be an incorrect d...

Joseph Merrick -- THE Elephant Man

Known as the Elephant Man, Joseph Merrick only lived 27 years. Originally thought to suffer from Elephantiasis, in 1971 a diagnosis of Neurofibromatosis was offered and then finally a diagnosis in 1986 of Proteus Syndrome. But, could there be still...

Andreas Roland Gruentzig -- A Medical Legend

Andreas Gruentzig has become a medical legend. He was a "pioneer" in the history of interventional cardiology.  He is credited with "inventing" balloon angioplasty, better known today as coronary angioplasty or simply angiopl...

Elephantiasis -- What is It?

Elephantiasis -- What is It? Did you know that there are many cases of Elephantiasis throughout the world? Probably the most "infamous" case is that of Joseph Merrick, presented in the movie on his life, The Elephant Man, with John Hurt as Merrick a...

My Animals Lenses 

You may know me as JaguarJulie the Cat Lady, but I have a fond appreciation for all animals in the animal kingdom -- these included!

A Weasel -- Curious Carnivore

I'm a fan of a variety of other furry creatures such as the coatimundi, lemur, and opossum. If ever there was a mammal that can be called a "curious" animal, it's the weasel. As, there's something unmistable about the look of a curious weasel. Photo...

Coatimundi -- What Exactly is It?

I've had the distinct pleasure of walking amidst a couple dozen of Coatimundi on our trip to Costa Rica.  We were driving a very rough, windy road on our way to Tabacón, the hot springs resort in the northern area to see the Arenal Volcan...

Lemur -- An Endangered Species

I've been a fan of the lemur and especially the ring-tailed lemur since I first saw this furry rascal profiled on the Discovery Channel. Being primates, they have a monkey-like personality about them, but are a bit cuter--in my opinion. Because I thi...

Armadillo -- Armored Mammal

The armadillo is quite an interesting looking mammal. I first became acquainted with these small placental mammals when I moved to Florida. I saw my first armadillo when I first moved to Florida many years ago. My frequent spottings usually are of th...

My Birds-of-a-Feather Lenses 

Ah, JaguarJulie is a bird watcher from way way back -- watching the cardinals and buzzards in Ohio -- now catching quite a variety of the fine-feathered friends in Florida! Snow birds included.

Puffin -- A Seabird Clown

Of all the subjects of my photography over the years, birds have been my favorite subject. I am a bird watcher from way back having had the pleasure to bird watch in not only the United States, but in Eastern Europe, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Mexico, and t...

Blue-footed Booby -- A Seabird Clown

The Blue-footed Booby is one of my favorite birds because it really is a colorful creature.  When I first saw the courtship dance of the male, I immediately fell in love with this bird.  It's an exaggerated and very engaging step-walk that...

Turkey Vulture -- A Buzzard

If you're a resident of Ohio, you've undoubtely heard of the Buzzards of Hinckley!  Hinckley, Ohio is affectionately referred to as the "home" of the buzzards.  On March 15 [the Ides of March] of every year, buzzards arrive in lar...

My Art Glass Lenses! 

I simply adore Robert Held Art Glass & Venetian Murano Art Glass ...

Having vacationed in Venice, Italy and traveled to the island of Murano to watch the glass blowers in person, JaguarJulie has a fine appreciation for art glass of all kinds.

Art Glass Jewelry -- Venetian Style

True Venetian Glass Jewelry is handcrafted on the island of Murano, Italy.  It's also referred to as Murano Glass Jewelry and sometimes Italian Glass Jewelry.  If you want the real item, you want to be sure it's marked as "made in Ital...

Robert Held -- Art Glass and Heart-Shaped Paperweights

Robert Held Art Glass is Canada’s largest hot glass studio and gallery.  The various collections of art glass range from the classic to the very contemporary.  They are truly the most beautiful works of art that I've ever see...

My Artist Lenses! 

Very colorful and mostly on the abstract side ...

All of these artists' works are in my personal art collection. I have multiple artworks from all except Regia Marinho--I've just got one of her works.

Anthony Falbo Art

It's been about six years since I acquired my first piece of Anthony Falbo's beautiful art.  Personally, I love vivid colors and interesting shapes and was immediately drawn to his work. His Cubestractions Series are my favorite. I now have fou...

Linda LeKinff -- Former World Cup Artist

Linda LeKinff is a prolific artist known for her colorful and vivid works of art.  While her subjects are diverse from musical scenes to people caught in an intimate moment of their lives to elegantly dressed couples.  As a collector o...

Itzchak Tarkay -- Colorful Art of Female Subjects

I am an art collector / enthusiast who loves colorful paintings and adores the works of Itzchak Tarkay.  A friend who is more "learned" at art collecting actually turned me on to Tarkay. Tarkay has achieved strong recognition...

Regia Marinho -- Abstract Regianism

Regia Marinho is a wonderfully creative and expressive abstract artist that I am happy to say is part of my personal art collection! Thanks to eBay, I discovered her beautiful artwork in June 2002 when I made my first acquisition. Her art hangs in my...

Ayla Z -- Unspeakable Art

I felt compelled to create a lens on Ayla Z Bouvette as I've found her artwork to be so original and intriguing.  Ayla Z is an amazing artist whose work I first became acquainted with over 5 years ago on eBay.  At that time, I was purch...

My Artsy-Type Lenses! 

These are definitely artsy and a bit eclectic ...

This is an eclectic mix of lenses that needed a category by themselves.

Beverly Feldman -- Designer Handbags and Footwear

No wonder I LOVE Beverly Feldman Fashion Footwear, Handbags & Accessories ... her designer items are essentially wearable art because of the often extraordinary and whimsical ornamentation!  I simply adore shoes and handb...

Washi -- Wagami -- Art from Paper

If you are into crafting, you may already know about and use Washi papers. Washi or Wagami is a type of paper made in Japan. Washi is commonly made using fibers from the bark of the gampi tree, the mitsumata shrub (Edgeworthia papyrifera), or the pap...

Funky Designs

To elaborate, something to one person may be described as a funky design, but to another person, they may perceive that same thing as a cool, hip design.  Being curious as to what the accepted definition of "funky"...

Kukuxumusu -- Koo-koo-shoe-moo-sue

Kukuxumusu, pronounced koo-koo-shoe-moo-sue, is such a cool whimsical name for this company Pamplonas, Spain. This trendy design company specializes in clothing and product design.  It was founded at the Pamplonas San Fermin festival of the runn...

My Compelling Artist Lenses 

Amedeo Modigliani -- The Artist, the Man, and the Myth

Amedeo Modigliani lived a somewhat bohemian life of an artist and painter in the early 1900s in France. He suffered from alcoholism and died at 35 from tubercular meningitis after suffering from a variety of illnesses throughout his life. I've seen...

My Book Lenses 

I do have a studious side you know!

The Art of the Start

The Art of the Start is a must-read book that I am recommending to all Squidoo lensmasters and to all of you who want to, well start something. This is THE book that I first read in October 2004 when I made the decision to leave a Fortune 100 company...

The 17 Essential Qualities Of A Team Player

The 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player: Becoming the Kind of Person Every Team Wants. Have you wondered what makes a great team player and how YOU can be a better team player? If you are a manager who is assembling a team, this book can be an in...

John Maxwell Books

I have been a fan of John Maxwell books for quite a few years. There isn't another author comparable to him, well except maybe Seth Godin. John Maxwell books on leadership are definitely some of the best there are. They are must-reads that should be...

Greening Your Office

This is the coolest little green book that is pocket-sized, but jam-packed with helpful A to Z tips for GREENING your OFFICE. These tips can be applied to your home as well. This book offers a great common sense approach to living green and to becomi...

The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader

The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader: Becoming the Person Others Will Want to Follow. Have you wondered why people follow certain people? Why people might want to follow a leader such as Seth Godin? What are the qualities that define a leader?...

My "Celebrity Style" Lenses! 

A variety of lenses that make you think of celebrities ...

I've actually written a lens on "Celebrity Style" that discusses how a celebrity endorsement can sell an item and make a handbag an "It Bag!" Then, of course, there's Paris Hilton's all-time favorite phrase, "That's Hot!" And, finally some strappy shoes along with corset footwear that have adorned celebrities' feet.

That IS Hot -- Thats Hot, Your Not!

I'll just bet you know what this lens is about just by the title!  Yes, Paris Hilton is involved.  ;-)   When I think of the expression That's Hot! I immediately think of Paris Hilton.  She resurrected that expressi...

Paruolo Designer Shoes

I discovered the designer brand of Paruolo while searching on eBay for a pair of shoes.  As I loved the European styling of these handcrafted shoes, I was compelled to write this lens.  Researching the brand further, I discovered that Paruo...

Celebrity Style

Recognize this celebrity?  Why, it's the AFLAC duck!  Not a celebrity you say?  All those ducky commercials HAVE made this little duck a CELEBRITY! Well, thinking about those "Hollywood-type" celebrities, isn't it interestin...

Strappy Sandals, Shoes and Boots -- Oh My!

Ladies can we talk?  Don't you just adore all the gorgeous sandals, shoes, and boots there are for us to pick from?  While I tend to want comfort, I'm also a slave for fashion and strappy footwear. What makes footwear strappy you ask? ...

Corset Footwear

I simply adore the "corset" in fashions and jewelry and also in footwear! It's that extra embellishment that gives footwear a step-up, edgy style ... think of corset footwear as something fun and trendy to complete your look. You can find corsetry in...

My Female Music Video Showcases 

These ladies are hot hot hot !!!

These are some of the sexiest female performers today! Shake your bon-bon you all.

Fergie Video Showcase

I simply adore Fergie! Known as a solo artist who has reunited with The Black Eyed Peas as their lead female vocalist. Fergie is an awesome and appealing young performer who easily blends pop, hip hop, and R&B into her music to make her an unique...

Shakira Video Showcase

Is there any Latin pop star that is SEXIER than Shakira? If you think so ... let me know! This Colombian dynamic pop star seemingly has it all as she has broken many music chart records, is super sexy, and epitomizes all that there is to be a HOT Lat...

Rihanna Music Video Showcase

When I created this lens in October 2007, I suggested that YOU keep an eye out for this sizzling young talented lady. Rihanna won two 2007 VMA Awards, Video of the Year and Monster Single of the Year for Umbrella.  She's been featured in People'...

Pink Video Showcase

She's the hot American singer and songwriter who gained prominence in 2000.  A bit flamboyant as is evident by her often stylized name of P!nk ... Oh, and yes, she's often sporting pink hair.  I enjoy her spunkiness and would coun...

Gwen Stefani Video Showcase

Not yet heard of Gwen Stefani?  Well, I suppose there may be a handful of people out there who haven't heard of her, but for the most part, those under 35 definitely know of this talented performer.  You know you've arrived when you find a...

My "Girl Power" Music Video Showcase 

The Spice Girls definitely represented all there is to girl power and raw sex appeal.

Spice Girls Video Showcase

Well, the cool news has ended as the Spice Girls officially reunited, perfomed in Donatella Versace designs, and have now ended their successful tour. I really wished I had the opportunity to catch one of their concerts as I've been a fan since Day 1...

My Male HUNKY Hunk Lenses 

Yes, there is more than one!

Talk about a hunk - a - hunk of burning love!

Jeffrey Dean Morgan is a HUNK whether dead or alive

Ladies ... can we talk?  Did it not break your heart when Denny Duquette, Jr. had his death scene on Grey's Anatomy???  I can honestly say that I've never been quite so "wrapped up" in a male TV star as I was in Denny.  I hon...

Maksim Chmerkovskiy

OMG!  Talk about From Russia With Love!!  It's Maksim Chmerkovskiy, a hunk a hunk of burning love ... Aside from being a knock-out for a guy, I knew there must be another more "intrinsic" reason for my being so drawn to this...

My Male Music Video Showcases 

These guys are definitely hot hot hot !!!

These guys represent an eclectic assortment of male music power! Love their voices.

Bon Jovi Video Showcase

If you've not heard of Bon Jovi or Jon Bon Jovi or Richie Sambora, you surely don't know what you've been missing!  This is one rock band that has so many memorable hits that it's difficult to pick just one favorite. I love how this group stays...

Josh Turner Video Showcase

"Quick, turn up the volume ... who is that singing?" I remember asking my hubby sometime ago while riding to work. I waited patiently for the announcer to tell me, "You were just listening to Josh Turner Would You Go With Me." OK,...

Marc Anthony Video Showcase

Marc Anthony is a daddy to twins as Jennifer Lopez gave birth on February 22, 2008! I've been a fan of Marc Anthony for quite a while ... well before he married Jennifer Lopez.  When I first heard his performance of I Need to Know, I was hooked...

Daughtry Video Showcase

This video showcase is one of my many fan showcases ... When I first spotted Chris Daughtry on American Idol I knew I liked both him and his music.  But, it was his performance of the Bryan Adams song, Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman, that ci...

Matchbox Twenty Video Showcase

Remember that incredible performance of Smooth by Rob Thomas with Santana at the Grammy's?  Well, I do ... it was that rendition that made me immediately go out and buy 2 copies of Supernatural ... one for my car and the other for my home office...

My Male Movie Video Showcases 

Kevin Spacey Video Showcase

Welcome to my comprehensive Kevin Spacey Video Showcase.  I'm a huge fan of Kevin Spacey and have put a lot of LOVE into this lens to showcase his many talents and introduce you -- just in case you're not familiar with the wealth of his work! T...

My Ohio Lenses 

Ohio Northern University -- Not OSU!

I attended Ohio Northern University, ONU, a "long" time ago, as a Liberal Arts major, majoring in Biology and then English.  Luckily, I had a small scholarship as a Getty Scholar and participated in a Work Study program that gave...

Columbus Cities -- Cities Named Columbus

Having lived in a Columbus-named city and actually been a Miss Columbus ... I am naturally curious about all the Columbus named cities in the United States. It was quite a while ago that I actually lived in Columbus, Ohio, and competed in it's annual...

West Side Market -- National Historic Landmark

The West Side Market  brings back fond memories of growing up in Cleveland, Ohio.  It brings back warm memories of my grandmother, Julia Nagy.  You see, she was one of those dedicated workers who worked at the West Side Market for over...

Cleveland Cities -- Cities that are Named Cleveland

Can you name them all? I know the first one, aside from Cleveland, Ohio, that comes to my mind is Cleveland, Tennessee. It might just surprise you to know how many other states have a city named Cleveland! Hey, was it Grover Cleveland who really insp...

Ohio Buckeye Tree

The botanical name for the Buckeye is Aesculus, named by the Swedish botanist Carl von Linne from "Aesculapius," the name of the mythological Greek god of medicine. In 1809, the Ohio Buckeye was named Aesculus glabra, by the German botanist Willdenow...

Holidays with Grandma -- a very special lens 

Holidays without grandma Julia Nagy just aren't the same ...

Holidays with Grandma

Holidays really didn't kick-off at our house until our grandparents arrived, especially grandma! What is it about grandmas anyway that they evoke such love and warm memories in their grandchildren's hearts. I've written some about my gra...

My Christmas Lenses 

Wishing you the best this holiday season!

Holidays aren't quite the same without grandma! Please hug your grandma for me!

Christmas Eggnog -- A Delicious Recipe for a Holiday Tradition

Eggnog is something that my family looks forward to each Christmas.  We like it so much that it's served at other holidays, as well.  What's great about this particular traditional drink is that you can "spruce" it up with...

Christmas Mistletoe -- A Delicious Recipe for a Holiday Tradition

Growing up in our household, Christmas was a favorite time of year.  A childhood tradition was to first find the perfect tree. Our living room had the perfect picture window for showcasing our decorated tree.  Last, but not least ... came t...

Christmas Nativity Sets -- Touched by an Angel

Remembering Christmases past, I think of the beautiful Christmas Nativity Sets that the churches I attended would set up. They were usually very life-like, even larger than life, with straw and the manger. Today, you can captivate that memorable sett...

Christmas Fruitcake -- A Delicious Recipe for a Holiday Tradition

Growing up in Northeastern Ohio, we generally received a fruitcake each Christmas.  Personally, I don't mind a little bit of fruitcake during the holidays despite the fact that the fruitcake fell out of favor within the past few decades. I...

Christmas Angels

Christmas is a time of year that evokes memories to last a lifetime. Christmas Angels have been a part of the Christmas tradition for many years.  Thank Heaven for Christmas Angels -- Art Posters, Figurines, Ornaments, Tree Toppers and Nativity...

More Christmas Lenses 

Best Christmas Presents for Gifting

Having a difficult time trying to decide what to gift your significant other, mother, father, son, daughter, best friend, or coworker? I've put together a great list of the best presents to gift as Christmas approaches, to help make your job a li...

Christmas Greetings -- Merry e-Tidings -- Best Christmas Songs

Christmas time evokes such pleasant memories of bygone years spent celebrating with family and friends.  I remember those years of waiting down the basement of our Cleveland home, with my parents and grandparents, whilst Santa Claus deliver...

Cool Gifts under $25.00 -- Best Christmas Stocking Stuffer Presents

Gifts that are under $25.00 could easily be referred to as stocking stuffers as they're affordable and could well fit into a stocking. The 'stocking stuffer' gift is a type of gift that is great for gifting anytime of the year -- not just...

My Valentines Lenses 

I love Valentines Day -- It is my Wedding Anniversary after all

Sweethearts -- I * Love * Heart-Shaped Candy

Sweethearts are the small heart-shaped candies with a peak selling season around Valentine's Day. They are available for a 6 week period each year from January 1st through February 14th and then disappear until the next season. To me, they are THE ca...

Heart Paperweights -- Romantic Heart-Felt Gifts

I have been a fan of hearts for quite a few years, well before I created my first lens on hearts in April 2006. My favorite paperweight just so happens to be a Robert Held Heart Paperweight -- it's particularly cool because it actually is heart-s...

Great Valentine Gifts Say I * LOVE * You

If you ask the average person what the most romantic time of year is, he'll tell you it's Valentine's Day. In my opinion, that particular day brings back so many cool memories from kindergarten throughout my life. The first great Valentine's Day gift...

Valentine Books -- I * Love * Romantic Gifts

Valentine's Day is my favorite romantic holiday of all holidays. Perhaps I'm a bit partial to this day because we selected it as the day for our wedding. It helps the hubby to have a day that he can actually remember as his wedding anniversary. You'l...

Hearts -- Heart Imprints and Heart-Shaped

Hearts are a particular favorite of mine. Have you ever noticed how many designer items you can find with hearts and heart imprints? There are also many trendy heart-shaped items. Hearts, hearts, hearts are everywhere. Hearts and heart-shapes can be...

My Valentine Fashion Lenses 

It's been proven that men feel more amorous when they see the color red!

Little Red Bags -- Men * Love * Women in Red

What a great way to add a little bit of zing to your wardrobe with the little red bag.  IMHO, the heart-shaped clutch is THE perfect little red bag.  This one is the Isabella Adams Crystal Small Heart-Shaped Clutch.  What a RED HOT gif...

Little Red Dresses -- Men * Love * Women in Red

Calling all you style-conscious mavens! It's the perfect season for The Little Red Dress!  A red dress is a staple for your wardrobe -- it has come into its own.  The ultimate in red dresses are designed by Valentino as shown here. I person...

Little Red Shoes -- Men * Love * Women in Red

How about adding some glam, as well as color with a pair of RED HOT shoes?  I've personally had a sweet pair of red heels for a number of years.  I like to add red to my wardrobe all year around. Oh, and little red shoes are particularly ho...

My Tribute to the Squidoo King -- Seth Godin 

Where would we all be today ...

If it were NOT for the all-knowing and magical Squidoo King, you and I wouldn't be here today getting all excited over Squidoo!

The Squidoo King

You know, I was actually just thinking about Seth Godin the other day.  No fooling, really!!!  You see, I realize he's the mastermind behind Squidoo.  But, I was just thinking about how curious it is that I've been bitten by...