About Me

I am a woman who has worn many hats over the years. Currently, I am retired due to complications from multiple sclerosis.  My educational and work background is in School Psychology where I have an MS. Ed (what I was schooled to do) and IT (what I taught myself how to do to earn bread and butter).  As the name suggests I am truly a "Geeky Girl".  I am also proud to be retired from the US Army.

I like to go with my dreams and live by the mantra "Life is Good".  I seem to always find myself blessed no matter what happens in life and seem to land on my feet.

We will not Make you Rich

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Resources for Living with MS and Staying Well

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. Visit often as I am adding new stuff all the time. I was a young 18 year old soldier in the US Army in 1983 when I can recall my first symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS).  Wh...

Rose Tattoos

I'm brand new to the world of body art and just got my first tattoo.   This lens is about Rose tattoos and also about my own story and why I picked this type of tattoo. Since getting a tattoo is a decision that should not be made lightly, I...

Build a Niche Store (BANS) Review and Strategy

BANS has made a smooth migration to the Ebay Partner Network. It's a great time to get on board and use this software to your advantage. Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it when you are done. Visit often as I am adding...

VA Disability Compensation

Thank you for visiting my lens. Please take a moment to rate it by using the star-system above when you are done. Thank you!   This lens was created to help Veterans understand VA Disability Compensation.  It is dedicated to those who serv...

Plus Size Denim

Jeans will never go out of style.  In this lens, I will feature some of the hottest denim styles for the plus size gal.   Whether Apple Bottoms or Sevens ... I endeavor to find the jeans that are fashionable, functional and the hottest...

Plus Size Fashions - Swim Suits

Thank you for visiting my lens. The Plus Size Fashions lens is happy to bring you all the latest trends in today's women's clothing. As we look forward to Spring and Summer, I am going to start bringing bathing suits back into the mix. It's never too...

For the Love of Scents - Exploring Designer Perfumes, Colognes and Watches.

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it.   I love perfume and cologne with a passion! I love to wear it, buy it and smell it on others. I've always felt that a fragrance that a person chooses to wear tells something ab...

Bolivian Coca Tea - Mate de Coca

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. Visit often as I am adding new stuff all the time.    I have been drinking coca tea since I was a little girl and I love it! Coffee has been a part of my ritual since I ent...

Using Hypnosis to Change Your Life - My Experience with Tom Nicoli's Programs

Thank you for visiting my lens, please take a moment to rate it when you are through.  Thanks! A I've enjoyed many times in my life where the power of my mind has taken me through some very difficult circumstances.  I know that the power...

Getting a First Tattoo - A Newbie's Guide by an Ink Virgin

I'm brand new to the topic of "tats", "ink", tattoos" ... whatever you want to call them.   If you have never had a tattoo, are contemplating one or are brand new to the idea (like I am), you've come to the right pl...

Plus Size Fashions - Formalwear and Dresses

Welcome to my lens that will feature formal fashions for the plus sized woman.  Please enjoy looking around and let me know if you are looking for anything special.  I'll endeavor to bring some of the latest, formal fashions and versatile d...

Palm Centro Smartphone

What's the sexy new gadget on the block?  It's the Palm Centro and I think this Baby is going to be HOT ... so put on your seat belt and let's get ready for a ride down the gadget Autobahn! Life starts after five o'clock. That's why there's the...

Dollar Card Marketing

It doesn't really matter what type of business you are in ... money talks.  Even the LOOK of money causes adrenaline to rise for most of us (especially those of us doing Internet Marketing). What if you had a tool that could arouse positive feel...

Chinese Tattoos

Have you thought about getting a Chinese tattoo design but were unsure where to find the right design that would express what you want correctly and uniquely? What if you had access to a professional Chinese Tattoo Artist and translator who could hel...

Website Magazine - Always good, always FREE

Once in awhile a great resource comes along that lends itself to keeping on top of web technology and Internet trends ... for FREE. If you are an owner of a website (like a Squidoo lens, blog, BANS site, or any other website), you can gain value fro...

Cooling Vests

As the weather heats up, many of us with chronic medical conditions deal with heat sensitivity.  This lens is going to explore cooling vests and various other cooling devices as I discover them. Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a...

Diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Sometimes the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis can be a long journey of watchful waiting and at other times, the diagnosis appears very clear cut.  The main objective of this lens is to explore the methods and means used for diagnosing multiple s...

7 for All Mankind Jeans

7 For All Mankind (often referred to simply as Seven or Seven Jeans) is a California-based designer jeans company founded by Michael Glasser, Peter Koral, and Jerome Dahan in 2000. The company is headquartered in Vernon, California. 7 for All Mankind...

eCrater - Build Your Own FREE e-Commerce Storefront

It's true, a FREE online shopping cart that is extremely straight forward and easy to use and offers a chance for you to sell the things you enjoy selling. Do you have a basement of used books? How about DVD's or do you wholesale something? Are you...

Couture Closet - Designer Denim eBay Auctions

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. Visit often as I am adding new stuff all the time.  In 2004, my partner and I began a luxury denim business we called "Just-Jeans". This involved multiple trips to the...

Saint Therese of Lisieux - The Little Flower

This lens is about MARIE FRANCOISE-THERESE MARTIN, daughter of Louis-Joseph-Stanislaus and Zelie (Guerin) Martin, was born in Alencon, France, January 2, 1873. She was the youngest of nine children, four of whom died in infancy, and of the five other...

Plus Size Activewear

Thank you for visiting my lens. In this lens I will bring you many of the latest active and lifestyle trends in today's women's clothing. I endeavor to feature attractive, trendy, high quality active wear for the plus sized woman. Visit often as I'll...

Sample Sale Saavy - Knowing How to Look the Part for a Fraction of the Price

Sample Sales offer buyers the opportunity to get some of the hottest brand name fashions for up to 90% off the retail price.  If you are located near LA, NYC -- the opportunity to make a killing in top designer items awaits you. Bring your wall...

Optic Neuritis

As a woman with Multiple Sclerosis, Optic Neuritis was one of the first symptioms that I had in the early 1990's before a diagnosis of MS was even in the minds of anyone.  12 years would elapse and I would be struck with this visual phenomena at...

Hashimoto's Disease

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder in which your immune system inappropriately attacks your thyroid gland, causing damage to your thyroid cells and upsetting the balance of chemical reactions in your body. The inflammation caused by Hashim...

Plus Size Intimates

Exclusive Old Navy Women's Plus fall trunk show. Shop now and save 10% off your Women's Plus purchase of $75 or more. Valid through 7/26. Welcome to my lens which will feature plus size intimates.  Whether bras, panties, pajamas, or whatever k...

Nintendo Wii as Therapy and Fun for Multiple Sclerosis

Thank you for taking the time to stop by my lens. At first blush, you may think that the title of this lens is a far stretch!  You may be wondering how a video game console could possibly do ANYTHING useful for a disease such as MS.  If y...

Repair Your Credit

Would You Like to Remove ChargeOffs, Judgements or Other Bad Credit Items From Your Credit Report?   Would You Like to Raise Your Credit Score 50, 100 or 200 points?   Would You Like to Experience the Feeling of Instant Approval for a Car,...

Thyroid Nodules

Thyroid nodules are one of those things you never really give much thought to unless they are getting in the way of swallowing, making your voice hoarse, or doing some other thing to grab your attention. You might have felt a lump in your neck or not...

PTSD - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

When a person enters the military, becomes a police officer, or takes on the altruistic role of a firefighter, the reasons for them taking on such a difficult role oftentimes boils down to vocation, calling and an inner desire to serve for the common...

Washington Redskins - NFL Football

This Squidoo lens will celebrate all things Washington Redskins.  As a Washington, D.C native, I grew up in a family where the Redskins reigned supreme.  Hail to the Redskins! Hail Victory! Braves on the Warpath! Fight for old D.C.! Run...

Endometriosis & Dysmenorrhea

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. In 2003, I had to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy (I kept one ovary) because of Stage IV endometriosis and adhesions. I had lived most of my life with the kind of dysmenorrhea...

Guild Guitars

If you have ever played a Guild Jumbo, you understand the large sound that emanates from the depths of this acoustic guitar.  There is not a guitar like it with it's combination of history and craftsmanship. This lens will celebrate the history a...

MS Fatigue

This lens will explore multiple sclerosis fatigue and what makes it different from other types of fatigue.  My wish is to help the reader gain an understanding of the type of lassitude that can strike a person with multiple sclerosis.  Than...

Wealthy Affiliate -The Zen of Affiliate Marketing - A Newbie's Review

I personally LOVE affiliate marketing. I love an opportunity that allows me to make the most out of it without any coercion.  I drive it myself, I don't buy or hold product and I go as far as my willpower and knowledge will take me.  I have...

Luxury Car Auctions on eBay

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. I have enjoyed the distinct pleasure of growing up in a household where we were blessed with health, happiness and NICE CARS.  My father switched out his Cadillac back in the 70...

Feline Pine Cat Litter

As an owner of a multi-cat household who has tried every litter in the book, I decided I would share my experience with Feline Pine in this lens.  With 5 cats and 1 (yes, 1) litter box that they all use in peace ... I only have kudos for this li...

Military Travel

Thank you for visiting my lens -- please take a moment to rate it. Visit often as I am adding new stuff all the time.  One of the great benefits of serving in the US Armed Forces is the ability to avail of some of the great travel privileges tha...

Asthma Inhaler Carrier - Med Ready Puffer Tote

"Necessity is the Mother of Invention ... and the Med-Ready Puffer Tote!" The Med-Ready Puffer Tote was borne out of sheer necessity. The inventors, Diana and Cecilia, both developed asthma later in life. Needing a method for keeping their...

Avenue - Plus Size Clothing in Size 14 to 32

This lens is dedicated solely to bringing women sizes 14-32 fashions from Avenue.com.   We will feature many different styles and hot fashions for the season.  We'll also offer special deals in the lens that you can only find on websit...

Combat Hapkido

ICHF - International Combat Hapkido Federation In 1999 the Combat Hapkido System was officially recognized and accredited as a legitimate "Kwan" of HapKiDo by the WKF/KKA (Kido-Hae). The Korean name of Combat Hapkido is "Chon-Tu Kwan H...

MRI and MS - The role of MRI in Multiple Sclerosis

The MRI, MR or Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine has been critical in the early diagnosis of diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS).    While the MRI has been used as a diagnostic tool, it has also been helpful in understanding the...

3 Wheel Rollators - Mobility with Style

When I saw my first 3-wheel Rollator (walker with wheels), I thought it was very cool and something I could use to afford myself a bit more mobility.  You see, I have multiple sclerosis and deal with some mobility issues when put to the test of...

Chillow Comfort Device

As a person who suffers from heat-sensitivity, I was introduced to a wonderful product after a hysterectomy (through a website).  It was being touted for hot-flashes and sunburn.  But I thought "Hey, I bet that will help me with some o...

Skyla's Journey - The Life of a Feral Cat

When I mention that 2 of my cats are feral, many people wonder why I would take on the challenge of owning a cat that is more akin to a wild animal than a domestic one ... the answer is simple: I felt like they found me. Skyla's journey began quite u...

7 Dollar Store

What would you do with $7?  Would you buy a magazine or two, a quick fast food meal or a couple of groceries?  Would you consider your investment of $7 a huge investment on any of those items? Let's face it, $7 is almost disposable money fo...

Life is Good - the Story of Jake

I find myself graced with many blessings and challenges in life.  One of the things that continues to help me embrace the challenges has been the ability to smile and try to keep a good attitude.  Somewhere along the journey I stumbled upo...

GKYGRL's Lensography - It's all about Me.

This collection of "stuff" express a lot about who I am and what I love -- there are so many more topics (in the areas of drumming, music recording) that I would love to delve into.  Soon, I'll get around to it ...isn't that what we al...

Always for Me Plus Size Clothing - for the curvy you

Exclusive Old Navy Women's Plus fall trunk show. Shop now and save 10% off your Women's Plus purchase of $75 or more. Valid through 7/26. Please note: SQUIDOO has done away with iFrames and most of the content on this lens is gone. I am trying to wo...

Martin Guitars

For well over a century and a half, The Martin Guitar Company has been continuously producing acoustic instruments that are acknowledged to be the finest in the world. The Martin Guitar Company has, through the years, managed to survive with each suc...

Fender Custom Shop

“From the beginning, the Custom Shop built some of the most stunning guitars ever produced,”  The Fender Custom Shop was opened in 1987 in a small, 850-square-foot space next to the main Fender factory. The first instruments drew r...

Google Adsense: Case Studies and Tools

This Site Recommends the Free Website Trade Publication - Website Magazine In my lens I am going to share some of my own examples of Adsense monetized websites as well as Adsense tools that I currently use (or will use shortly) after a bit of plannin...

eBay Coffee Auctions - TheCoolBean.net

I love coffee and know how lively this market is on eBay.  Over the past few years, a single-cup trend has come alive on eBay.   One very popular single-cup brewing style is the Keurig K-Cup.  I believe that they were one of the first...

Keurig K-cups

This lens will explore that delightful single-cup coffee brewer affectionately called the "K-cup Brewer" but more formally known as the Keurig K-cup Brewer.  The first time I ran across a K-cup brewer was in an executive board room --...

windizzi

Is Windizzi a movie, a carnival ride, a sexy cocktail or a new permutation of Texas Hold 'em?  Nope, it isn't any of these things .... Windizzi is a relatively new search engine.  The first thing I thought when I heard about Windizzi was &q...

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton is known the world over for his mellow vocals and his wonderful guitar skills.  His famed guitar "Blackie" was retired in 1985 and faithfully reproduced by the Fender Custom Shop where they sold out and hit eBay within a d...

Bag, Borrow or Steal - a Designer Purse Rental Service

Would you like to fly on a lear jet but you can't afford one?  Do you enjoy luxury cars like Ferrari's but owning one is out of your league?  How about one of those lovely designer purses ... do you love them but just cannot make up your mi...

uVme - e-gaming and Social Networking

On the 15th July 2007, at evolution day, these two explosive market sectors will be brought together at the Global Pre-Launch of e-play. If you are reading this lens, you have advance notice ahead of the official pre-launch. It was W.C. Fields who...

Lowepro Camera and Camcorder Cases

I've been using Lowepro cases since the mid-90's to carry digital cameras and camcorders.  Every time I buy a new camera or camcorder -- I immediately look for the right Lowepro case to fit it.  I love them and find the quality unparalleled...

Ugly Betty

Betty has always dreamed of working in the publishing world, but it seems as though there's no place for the non-thin and non-beautiful in the business. People already have their minds set in the idea that beautiful women are only the thin and perfec...

Panasonic SDR-H200 Digital Camcorder

I am not a videographer by any means -- but I'm always thinking of this or that idea that I would like to capture on video and transfer to the web.  With that in mind, I mined the web, consulted with my twin brother (who IS a cinematographer) an...

Send us to Vegas

Life is filled with crazy ideas and ways to achieve certain ends.  That is what this is - a desire to reach an end goal (and keep reaching it) through a certain means. The formula goes like this: Affiliate Programs + Website + Web 2.0 + Viral Ma...

Pligg CMS - My Personal Discovery Social Bookmarking Site

"Hmmm, Pligg sounds like ... it sounds like .... DIGG".  What an interesting similarity!  I found a clone! :)  I was surfing around today and was submitting my website to various social networking sites.  One thing led t...

Gkygrl Plexography

This is a plexo of all of my lenses as best as I can remember them.  I have been with Squidoo since the early days and read about it in the New York Times on a whim.  It was a Sunday and I can recall spending the day beginning to create my...

Retro Reruns Too's Vintage Clothing & Vintage Jewelry Showcase

Retro Reruns Two features an eclectic mix of vintage, retro and antique collectibles, jewelry , accessories etc. In other words, whatever strikes our fancy - and we, hope, yours. Buy with confidence. We aim to please.

Lindsay Lohan

I'd seen Lindsay Lohan play parts like the "Parent Trap" and star in the sitcom "Bette" ... I was also familiar with her role in "Freaky Friday". It seems though lately ... she has spent more time on the front covers of t...

AWeber - A Superb Autoresponder for your Affiliate Marketing

Learn About the Most Reliable, Easiest, Cost Effective Tool to Capture Visitor Sign Ups, Send Unlimited Follow Ups and Newsletters Increasing Your Profits. Join Thousands of Others Who've Discovered AWeber's Unlimited Autoresponders, Follow Ups, News...

Subliminal Blackbook

The most widely known subliminal experiment involved flashing the phrases "drink more coke" and "I want popcorn" for just 100-milliseconds in front of a movie audience almost 44 years ago in the 1950's. Nobody "saw" the...

Lunkerville

  Lunkerville is ... "Award-winning filmmaker and avid bass angler Mike de Avila travels from town to town uncovering the secrets and rituals of bass fishermen. In Lunkerville, everyone’s a pro with each episode featuring different loc...

Garmin Nuvi GPS

I love gadgets and typically have no problem learning how to use them.  My sister, on the other hand, is a gadget-phobic and not comfortable working with them.  I have to say that when she got the Nuvi 350 as a birthday present, she was abl...

Web Hosting Buzz Review - Reliable ad Affordable Web Hosting

I have been running my own websites since 1996. Since that time I have used 3 different web hosts. The larges at the time was called Hostway -- but they were quite pricey. After several years with Hostway I made the switch to a smaller host who, in t...