Purple Star Lenses - Pastiche

Surviving Childhood Abuse

There are over 73 million children in the United S more...2 points

There are over 73 million children in the United States alone and of these thousands are abused every day. This lens is being written as a way to give a voice, my voice, to some of the unspeakable things children suffer. If you are squeamish I would warn you about watching the Video as it is pretty...2 points

Porcupine Tree

It is impossible to describe Porcupine Tree, excep more...2 points

It is impossible to describe Porcupine Tree, except to say that their music is addictive. They can't really be categorized into a specifc genre. Some call them progressive, and some metal, and others rock. They are a little bit of everything. Each CD is unique and exciting, and complex, but always e...2 points

Shades Of Black And White

This lens is written based on events in my life th more...2 points

This lens is written based on events in my life that led me to the place I am today. The journey was often times painful and collected its fair share of baggage along the way. The end result was worth every painful step.Please be my guest and read my story. I hope you take something away with you th...2 points

Hummingbirds growing up in my garden

This is the story of two baby hummingbirds growing more...2 points

This is the story of two baby hummingbirds growing up in my garden. The discovery came as an unexpected surprise which just blew me away. I stumbled upon a mossy wad of lichen and cotton fluffs with spiderweb all over it on one of my geranium hanging plants. It was well camouflaged and looked like a...2 points

A Home for Hummingbirds

Spring 2010 was the year of the hummingbirds in my more...2 points

Spring 2010 was the year of the hummingbirds in my garden. On April 17, a small nest with an egg in it appeared on a pink ivy geranium in the back porch.2 points

Wintertime Activities for Kids

Winter is the time to snuggle up with a good book, more...2 points

Winter is the time to snuggle up with a good book, make a winter table and watch the snowflakes falling down.It's a time when the days are short, the nights are cold and the smell of woodsmoke is in the air. Get ready for the cold with The Jacket I Wear in the Snow and take home a Winter Literac...2 points

Tipi's Purple Stars

Tipi's Purple Stars...here you will find a collect more...2 points

Tipi's Purple Stars...here you will find a collection of all my lenses that have been awarded a Purple Star. These are a collection of lenses that someone thought deserved an award, and an added boost in lenrank. I'm very grateful for each one. Most recent, Truck Driver Jobs in Fargo, North Dakota U...2 points

10 Ways To Take Better Flower Photographs

Like many casual or new photographers, I quickly g more...2 points

Like many casual or new photographers, I quickly gravitated towards flower photography. Not only are flowers beautiful & ever present, you can even buy them in a shop all year round & shoot them indoors or outside. Many new photographers make some...2 points

Purple Stars

What are Purple Stars on Squidoo? According to Meg more...1 point

What are Purple Stars on Squidoo? According to Megan Casey, Squidoo's Editor in Chief: 'Purple Stars are fairy dust. They're magic. They're surprises. You'll never know when or where they'll arrive....'Purple Stars are one of the perks of being a Giant Squid, so while anyone can nominate a lens, onl...1 point

Surviving A Heart Attack

It was a warm November day in North Carolina. We h more...1 point

It was a warm November day in North Carolina. We had been out riding the motorcycle all day enjoying the fall colors. We stopped and had a couple of drinks and a sandwich with friends. We watched a little TV after getting home and went to bed. Then it happened. It's a night I'll never forget - Novem...1 point

Jane Magnolia Tree

Our home would not be complete without our Jane Ma more...1 point

Our home would not be complete without our Jane Magnolia.Fifteen years ago, our son chose a Jane Magnolia to give to me for Mother's day. We promptly planted it and enjoyed it's beautiful blooms.A few short years later, we moved and had to leave our beauty behind. It nearly broke my heart to have to...1 point

WindyWinters is a Zazzling!

I've heard a lot of positive things about Zazzle e more...1 point

I've heard a lot of positive things about Zazzle everywhere, especially from lensmasters on Squidoo. I decided to join the Zazzle Group on RocketMoms so I could learn more about Zazzle and what it has to offer.I've learned that Zazzle is an online demand print shop that allows you to create and desi...1 point

Korte Vlietpad - my favorite walk in Leiden

Giant squids were asked, as our final assignment o more...1 point

Giant squids were asked, as our final assignment of our summer school 2009, to make a lens about our favorite haunt this summer.Well, I've been living in my 'new' apartment for a year now, but it's only in the last few months that I've discovered that this patch of green next to a canal is the best...1 point

Spiritual Quotes and Wisdom Sayings

This lens has links to websites and books with wis more...1 point

This lens has links to websites and books with wise quotes from various spiritual traditions to uplift your life and inspire you to kindness, patience, inner strength and a better life in general.1 point

World's Amazing Waterfalls

Nature displays its beauty in many forms, one of t more...1 point

Nature displays its beauty in many forms, one of these forms is waterfalls. You will find these amazing waterfalls all over the world. This web page captures, in picture, the splendor of many famous waterfalls in various parts of the world. Be prepared to be amazed by the natural beauty...1 point

William's Journey

My son really shouldn't be here today. At the age more...1 point

My son really shouldn't be here today. At the age of 12, he's been through more medically, than most people go through their entire lives. To be specific, he's had 4 surgeries, 2 concussions, 2 skull fractures, a hernia, a collapsed lung and a torn liver. And that was all by the age of 5! I'd like t...1 point

Vatican City

The Vatican is not just a St Peter's Square, it is more...1 point

The Vatican is not just a St Peter's Square, it is a City, a State as well, it is the symbol of Christianity, the spiritual center of the Christian Religion.St. Peter's Basilica is the temple of Christianity wIn the picture you have St. Peter's Basilica and a small view of the Vatican City.The Vatican...1 point

Bonnie and Clyde

You've read the story of Jesse James- Of how he lived more...1 point

You've read the story of Jesse James- Of how he lived and died; If you're still in need Of something to read Here's the story of Bonnie and Clyde.1 point

Christmas Plants and Flowers

I love the Christmas Season. I have boxes full of more...1 point

I love the Christmas Season. I have boxes full of ornaments, garland, and lights, and add more to the cache every year. I love the angels that sit on the mantel, and the one watching over us from the top of the Christmas tree. The nativity scenes are beautiful and remind us of the "Reason for...1 point

Percy Jackson and the Olympians

When my boys were younger I had a hard time findin more...1 point

When my boys were younger I had a hard time finding books that would catch and hold their attention. They preferred their video games to reading any day of the week. Generally speaking, Middle Schoolers don't like to read.Rick Riordan's Olympian Series will change that. It is an awesome collection o...1 point

Why Do We Yawn?

Thinking or reading about yawning could induce one more...1 point

Thinking or reading about yawning could induce one to open one's mouth and take a long, deep breath.1 point

Gray Foxes in my Garden

Gray foxes are sly creatures I have only read abou more...1 point

Gray foxes are sly creatures I have only read about in books and seen on the wildlife channels. But never did I expect to see them camping out on my backyard deck for three whole months. In spite of their cunning and crafty reputation, which is often taken in a negative light, my encounter with gray...1 point

Skip Count, Skip Count, Count by Two's

Skip Counting is what you do when you count by 10' more...1 point

Skip Counting is what you do when you count by 10's, 5's or 2's. All young children learn to Skip Count but did you realize that this is one of the beginning steps to learning multiplication.This lens has rhymes, songs and activities for teaching Skip Counting, skills that lead to understanding of m...1 point

Rangoli Designs and Patterns

India is famous for its rich culture and tradition more...1 point

India is famous for its rich culture and traditions. So much so that each state even has its own language, cuisine, festivals, culture and traditions! If you live in one state, you may not know about the folk art of another; they're passed on from generation to generation.Rangoli is one such traditi...1 point

Freebies for Teachers

Great freebies for teachers.1 point

How To Use Twitter

Welcome to How To Use Twitter! Before we get into more...1 point

Welcome to How To Use Twitter! Before we get into the detail let me make one thing very clear! Twitter is a way of connecting with other people who share your interests or who might be interested in what you have to say. Please do not view it simply as a source of traffic for your Squidoo Lenses, Bl...1 point

Characteristics of A Good Employee

Do you want to be a better employee? Are you start more...1 point

Do you want to be a better employee? Are you starting a new job and wondering what is expected? Or are you looking to get noticed at your current job?Our aim at Characteristics of A Good Employee is to provide you with sound advice that will help you to make that positive impression and who knows -...1 point

How To Get Followers On Twitter

When you think about How To Get Followers On Twitt more...1 point

When you think about How To Get Followers On Twitter you just need to consider it's popularity to realise what a valuable resource it is for connecting with others in your areas of interest.The number of people who access the Twitter service on a daily basis is immense and the chances that some of t...1 point

Valentine's Gifts For Her

Let's take a look at some amazing Valentine's Gift more...1 point

Let's take a look at some amazing Valentine's Gifts For HerGuys have a hard time with Valentine's Day. It so often seems that the day is really for females. It's the perfect opportunity to come up with something special. The rewards are ample.Flowers, chocolates, jewelry, even wine... these are stan...1 point

Make Your Own Halloween Costume

Are you considering that you might Make Your Own H more...1 point

Are you considering that you might Make Your Own Halloween Costume this year? It's true you don't need to buy a costume for Halloween when you can make one yourself.What is even better is the fact that you don't have to be a tailor or seamstress to sew it together.You just have to be creative and us...1 point

Tracing Family History

Individuals choose to begin Tracing Family History more...1 point

Individuals choose to begin Tracing Family History for a variety of reasons. After spending time going through family documents and searching for more information about their ancestors, they realize the importance of tracing their family history. They want to gather as much documented information th...1 point

Best Laptops for 2011 - Top Rated Laptop Computers

Let's take a look at some of the Best Laptops 2011 more...1 point

Let's take a look at some of the Best Laptops 2011 and some of the Netbooks that have become available at affordable prices.Are you like me and have decided that this is the year to upgrade your computers at home? Like me you are probably thinking about a laptop?So obviously you want to know which a...1 point

Easter Traditions

Let's take a look at some of the well known Easter more...1 point

Let's take a look at some of the well known Easter TraditionsMillions of people celebrate Easter throughout the world. Some do so from a religious standpoint while others celebrate from a strictly secular viewpoint.No matter how your family chooses to commemorate the holiday, your children may have...1 point

A Dog Is For Life

Incredibly it's over 30 years since the phrase A D more...1 point

Incredibly it's over 30 years since the phrase A Dog Is For Life Not Just For Christmas was first used to try and get home the message in the UK. Yet still we have to keep saying it. At Christmas time many parents think that the perfect way to reward their Children is with the gift of a Dog. Ind...1 point

Discover The Attractions Of Rome The Eternal City

I had the amazing good fortune to spend nearly thr more...1 point

I had the amazing good fortune to spend nearly three years living in Rome. I was studying at the time at the Pontifical Gregorian University.From my term time home the popular Rome attractions of Campo Di Fiori, Piazza Navona, St Peter's Basilica and many more became very familiar to me on a daily b...1 point

The Christmas Fair

Welcome to the Christmas Fair on Squidoo! Do you w more...1 point

Welcome to the Christmas Fair on Squidoo! Do you want to have a wander round the stalls or are you a Lensmaster looking to set up your own Christmas Fair Stall?Here you will find everything you could possibly want for the coming Christmas season.This lens brings together the great Christmas Lenses f...1 point

This Halloween - You're Invited To The Party!

Having made quite a few Halloween Lenses and recei more...1 point

Having made quite a few Halloween Lenses and received a lot of support from other Squidoo Lensmasters I thought that this would be a nice way to feature various lensmasters and lenses!Let's first talk a little about Halloween!What is Halloween without Halloween costumes? No matter the age or status,...1 point

Hannah Swensen & Me

Joanne Fluke's Hannah Swensen murder mysteries (be more...1 point

Joanne Fluke's Hannah Swensen murder mysteries (beginning with 'Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder') are a perfect match for me and my family!The Hannah Swensen Murder Mystery Series have become a fun-filled activity for our family - both the reading and the baking. The smart, funny protagonist is a cooki...1 point

Jewelsofawe's Purple Star lenses

I thought it would be a good idea to show my Purpl more...1 point

I thought it would be a good idea to show my Purple Star lenses on one lens for those who want to see what lenses got this wonderful Squidoo community honor. You used to be able to get one if you were a giant or 100 squid. They are now open to all to receive and are usually picked by another lensmas...1 point

Dr. Paul Farmer, One Of The Great Men Of Today

Meet my favorite hero in today's world. He has bec more...1 point

Meet my favorite hero in today's world. He has become a celebrity in the world of global healthcare. His name is Dr. Paul Farmer and he was born October 26, 1959. He is an american physician who has been working for decades in the health field. Dr.Farmer is a co-founder of Partners In Health, a non...1 point

Delicious Soup Recipes

Even though January is National Soup Month , it do more...1 point

Even though January is National Soup Month , it doesn't mean that it's the only good time to eat soup.Since the late winter and early spring can still have nasty cold weather, a good bowl of hot soup sure warms up the frozen bones.You may call it soup,soupe,sopa, or minestra or even suppe, but whate...1 point

How To Sew Or Crochet Reusable Tote Bags

How you ask? Simply by giving up your shopping pla more...1 point

How you ask? Simply by giving up your shopping plastic bags and making your own pretty bags instead. Yes, it can be that simple. Did you know that over 1 million plastic bags are consumed per minute globally? According to the Worldwatch Institute, an environmental research group, "about 500 bil...1 point

Meet Margaret Trost , A Great American Woman

About 2 years ago, I came across an incredibly cou more...1 point

About 2 years ago, I came across an incredibly courageous and compassionate lady. Margaret Trost is the founder of " WHAT IF FOUNDATION". A non-profit organization whose goal is feeding the hungry Haitian children and adults from the impoverished St. Clare's community of Port-au-Prince...1 point

Kids Who Make A Difference

There are millions of kids in North America. Some more...1 point

There are millions of kids in North America. Some are contented just to sit in front of the TV or video games and spend their free time that way.But there are others that are driven to do something to help others in this world.And this lens is to give a blue ribbon to a few of them to celebrate thei...1 point

An Ode To Volunteers Who Help The Homeless

In this lens, I am paying tribute to some very spe more...1 point

In this lens, I am paying tribute to some very special people who tirelessly help the people who have no place to call home. As the french say "les sans abris".We obviously can not mention all the non profits and volunteers but we will try to profile a few in order to give you some incenti...1 point

The Write Prompts - Writing Prompts

What is a writing prompt? It is a word, picture, p more...1 point

What is a writing prompt? It is a word, picture, phrase, quote or set of directions to help you kick start your writing for those days when you just can not get anything to percolate (it's also a great routine to get into to keep the words flowing).In this lens you will find a few of the above optio...1 point

Megan Fox's Tattoos

This leading lady is best known from the hit scien more...1 point

This leading lady is best known from the hit science fiction movie, Transformers and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Before she made it big in the movies she was growing up on the set of the television series Hope & Faith where she had the recurring role of Hope's teenage daughter Sydney. Not s...1 point

Plus Size Yoga

Yes, plus size women can and do participate in yog more...1 point

Yes, plus size women can and do participate in yoga practise. If you are plus size but haven't discovered the benefits and joy of yoga then you have come to the right place.This lens is your one stop shop to plus size yoga. You'll find reviews of my favorite CDs and books as well as links to some of...1 point

Zendalas Challenge

Remember all the notebooks and margins you used to more...1 point

Remember all the notebooks and margins you used to mark up when you were sitting in class. Here's your chance to do it again and not get in to trouble for it!Release your creative freedom with the art that anyone, that's right anyone, can do with the 30 day Zendala challenge.Once a day for the next...1 point

How To Make Smoothies

Last year I was up late watching absolutely nothin more...1 point

Last year I was up late watching absolutely nothing of importance when an infomercial for the Magic Bullet came on. I was literary glued to the screen for thirty minutes but didn't succumb to buying. This seemed to happen more than a few times until I was convinced I needed one.I have always loved f...1 point

http://www.squidoo.com/cakes-tarts-and-pies-of-guyana

The flavours and cuisine of Guyana have been influ more...1 point

The flavours and cuisine of Guyana have been influenced by many ethnic influences, besides that of just South America and it's neighbours. The Carribbean, Indian, African, Chinese, European and more recently, North American. This has resulted in a rich and interesting palette of foods and spices.1 point

Backwards Day - January 31st

January 31st is the official designated National B more...1 point

January 31st is the official designated National Backwards Day! Why not break up winter boredom and start a new family tradition by celebrating this fun wacky holiday with your kids! Let their imaginations run wild as they think of new ways to be backwards...1 point

Compost Tumbler Bins - Best Compost Bin Designs

Have you been researching compost tumbler bins and more...1 point

Have you been researching compost tumbler bins and wanting to get started but just aren't sure which one to go with? I am featuring a few compost bins that I have researched for my own purchase and will present the pros and cons here for you to decide alon...1 point

Visit The Hoh Rainforest - Olympic National Park

I have lived in the Pacific Northwest, USA for ove more...1 point

I have lived in the Pacific Northwest, USA for over 20 years now. We finally took a day trip to the Hoh Rainforest in the Olympic National Park in 2007. It was a beautiful and serene place that I will return to many times I am sure. Nothing gives me a lift...1 point

Amazing Star Wars Birthday Cakes

These sculpted 3D cakes are a MUST- SEE! Truly ama more...1 point

These sculpted 3D cakes are a MUST- SEE! Truly amazing cake decorating from incredible cake decorators ever! Check out the best themed Star Wars theme cakes featuring: Light Sabers, Starships, Droids, Yoda, the Wookie Chewbacca, Jedi Knights...1 point

Celebrating Sisters! I Love My Sister!

I LOVE MY SISTER! Sisters are special. Sisters are more...1 point

I LOVE MY SISTER! Sisters are special. Sisters are friends. They laugh at jokes that no one else really understands. Sisters share memories of smiles and tears. They share the same parents, pets, and silliness. They share the holidays. Sisters walk togethe...1 point

Star Wars Day - Friday, May the 4th is Star Wars Day 2012!

Star Wars Day is May 4th! May the fourth be with y more...1 point

Star Wars Day is May 4th! May the fourth be with you! (Get it? May the Force be with You / May the Fourth. ) Also called Luke Skywalker Day, May 4th is the perfect time to add a little whimsy, some hardcore geekness, or some great movie time to your life....1 point

How to Start a Face Painting Business

Face painting is a fun way to make an income. You more...1 point

Face painting is a fun way to make an income. You can start in this creative field for very low start- up costs. Are you at least a little artistic? Do you enjoy working with happy kids? Would you like your own business? Painting faces or cheek art is a go...1 point

I Did Not See I Was Being Abused by My Husband for Over 20 Years

'That would NEVER happen to ME! ' Or so I thought. more...1 point

'That would NEVER happen to ME! ' Or so I thought. I am an intelligent, reasonably strong, outgoing woman with a B. A. degree in psychology with an emphasis on marketing. I have had over 500 articles and web sites published. I've raised two great kids as a...1 point

Make Reusable Grocery Bags for Earth Day!

Ready to go green in style? Creating washable, gro more...1 point

Ready to go green in style? Creating washable, grocery bags for reuse is a quick Earth Day project anyone can enjoy. Sew or make some reusable sacks for yourself or as part of an event to help others become more eco- friendly and aware. These reusable bags...1 point

Two Great Reasons to Celebrate Ex Spouse Day and a Few Gift Ideas

Actually, Ex Spouse Day, properly celebrated, can more...1 point

Actually, Ex Spouse Day, properly celebrated, can give you a new lease on life. Learn here who invented this provocative celebration and why. Then learn how you can celebrate this Day with the appropriate degree of irreverence for the perfect degree of hea...1 point

Vegetable Gardens: The Changing Face of Our Food

In this modern age of manufactured food products, more...1 point

In this modern age of manufactured food products, the price of wholesome whole foods is on the rise. Buying organic fruits and vegetables in the local grocery store can get expensive in a hurry. That is, assuming the local market carries organic fruits and...1 point

How to Cook Healthy

In today's world of fast food and busy schedules, more...0 points

In today's world of fast food and busy schedules, many Americans are struggling to eat healthy meals and maintain a desirable body weight. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out how to achieve both of these goals.You need to create a balanced diet of healthy fats, healthy carbohydr...0 points

Operating Room Nurses

The RN specializing in Perioperative Nursing pract more...0 points

The RN specializing in Perioperative Nursing practice performs nursing activities in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of the patients' surgical experience. Registered nurses enter perioperative nursing practice at a beginning level depending on their expertise and competenc...0 points

Garden Fresh Tomato Recipes

I love growing tomatoes. They are one of the easie more...0 points

I love growing tomatoes. They are one of the easiest plants to grow. Every spring we plant tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, potatoes and watermelon. We have had years with other vegetables like zucchini, pumpkin, corn, carrots and cabbage. If you have a small garden, don't buy too many tomato plants. T...0 points

Al's Hamburger Shop in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Located under a sign that says, 'Al's Hamburgers E more...0 points

Located under a sign that says, 'Al's Hamburgers Eat' is a small white building sandwiched between two larger buildings. In all accounts, it is called 'Al's Hamburger Shop.' This small building looks as if it were an after thought (and maybe it was) added to where an alley separated the two other bu...0 points

Christmas in Hawaii

Planning on escaping to the warm tropical temperat more...0 points

Planning on escaping to the warm tropical temperatures of Hawaii for Christmas?Often we think of Christmas time, sitting by a warm fireplace sipping on eggnog or hot cocoa after a long day of shoveling snow from our driveway.Hawaii is an exotic getaway from the cold, dreary and miserable Wintery sea...0 points

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken noodle soup has long been known as one of more...0 points

Chicken noodle soup has long been known as one of the best healthy comfort foods. When we think of chicken noodle soup, we feel emotionally secure. It is what our mother had given us when we were sick with a cold. Or even with the flu. I remember my mother saying, "Have some soup. It will make...0 points

Cancer Among Us

It is estimated that one in three people will cont more...0 points

It is estimated that one in three people will contract cancer, and one in four will die from the disease. Approximately 7.6 million people die from cancer each year according to the American Cancer Society. There are more than 100 types of cancer, and each cancer type is named for the organ or tissu...0 points

Owls Facts, Myths and Superstitions

Owls have been around for millions of years, and m more...0 points

Owls have been around for millions of years, and many myths have been told about them. Some people believe owls are wise while others believe they are messengers of death or just plain evil.Have you ever seen an owl? Have you tried to find a feather to use for either a prayer fan or a healing one? H...0 points

Learning the violin as an adult

Have you always wanted to play the violin? Just go more...0 points

Have you always wanted to play the violin? Just go ahead and do it. You will never know how good you could have been until you give it a try. It takes a while to get past the scratchy stage but once you do all the hard work is worthwhile. You can just enjoy it on your own or join an amateur orchestr...0 points

The world of Woolly doughnut

Here waiting to make your acquaintance is Woolly D more...0 points

Here waiting to make your acquaintance is Woolly Doughnut the knitted bear. Having amused two children for several years, Woolly Doughnut has come out of retirement to amuse and fascinate you with his antics. Yes Woolly is a toy, but what a toy. He has boundless energy to undertake any adventure, Le...0 points

Poems of loss

I wrote some of these poems for people I know who more...0 points

I wrote some of these poems for people I know who had suffered a loss. The others are about losses of mine. For some people these might be an encouragement finding that they are not alone when they see the emotions the poems describe. We people are one the world over and our emotions are shared emot...0 points

The Ultimate Questions - religion and spirituality

These are the ultimate philosophy questions we all more...0 points

These are the ultimate philosophy questions we all ask ourselves about religion and spirituality. Vote, get inspired and share.Part lensography, part hey monkeybrain lens - I hope you all enjoy.0 points

Susan Seddon Boulet Goddess Paintings

An artist whose art is still popular in the pagan more...0 points

An artist whose art is still popular in the pagan scene, Susan Seddon Boulet will mostly be remembered for her goddess art. The mystical style of her paintings (mostly, but not exclusively, water color) strikes a core in many.0 points

Dealing with Alzheimer's - my personal experiences

This lens is a tribute to a strong, intelligent wo more...0 points

This lens is a tribute to a strong, intelligent woman who struggles with Alzheimer's - and to her kids (my uncles and mother) who fight to keep her life as fulfilling as possible.The lens is written in chronological order: it's my experience of the starting of the problems and then how they progress...0 points

We DO have a soul

There is no way to describe what I experience with more...0 points

There is no way to describe what I experience without a soul that transcends the personality. There is something in us which is more than my habits, limitations and combined past.According to Christianity and Islam we each have an immortal soul, that may rot in hell if we don't behave. According to...0 points

Tandemonimom Twinkles with Purple Star Awards!

'Purple Stars are fairy dust. They're magic. They' more...0 points

'Purple Stars are fairy dust. They're magic. They're surprises. You'll never know when or where they'll arrive ...' thus says Megan Casey, Squidoo's Editor-in-Chief. Getting a purple star is a special thrill for a Giant Squid, and I have received that thrill a dozen times as of the writing of this l...0 points

Jeparit

The small country town of Jeparit is a fascinating more...0 points

The small country town of Jeparit is a fascinating Australian location, rich in history but dying of thirst.Though Jeparit is the birthplace of Australia's longest serving Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, Jeparit is suffering chronic and acute stress from lack of rain.0 points

Perfecting Bonsai Making - How to Grow Bonsai Tree

Beauty in bonsai making cannot be achieved if you more...0 points

Beauty in bonsai making cannot be achieved if you do not have beauty within.This quote exactly and precisely explains 'Bonsai Making'. Sculpting and pruning bonsai trees may be a pretty satisfying pastime. In fact, it is an artistic way of pastime; nonetheless, which needs a tremendous amount of pat...0 points

Station Wagons

The Station Wagon is an American classic. Until th more...0 points

The Station Wagon is an American classic. Until the advent of the Minivan, station wagons were the most popular family car, and IMHO they are still the best design for a family car. Their combination of unique styling and practicality make them a fun car to own even if you don't want to haul your fa...0 points

Follow Me to South Dakota

You know.........South Dakota. That state sitting more...0 points

You know.........South Dakota. That state sitting between North Dakota and Nebraska. The one with all the beautiful historical sites and fun attractions. To be more specific, I want you to follow me to the Black Hills of western South Dakota. That's where all the fun is happening. Keep reading and I...0 points

The Pumpkin Family

When you let children carve their own pumpkins, yo more...0 points

When you let children carve their own pumpkins, you're encouraging them to use their imagination. But did you know you can take it a step further?I'd like to tell you about a game my family plays after we're done carving the pumpkins. It's a game that encourages even more creativity and really let's...0 points

Michaela's Lensography

I am a Web 2.0 enthusiast, affiliate marketer, wri more...0 points

I am a Web 2.0 enthusiast, affiliate marketer, writer, mobile marketer. This is what I am doing now. I have a degree in Mathematics. I worked for years as Programmer Analyst, IT Consultant, I designed financial packages on Main Frame, and I retired from Corporate America. Now Web 2.0 is keeping me b...0 points

Paris High Gothic Notre Dame

The Notre Dame is an active Catholic church, a pla more...0 points

The Notre Dame is an active Catholic church, a place of pilgrimage, and is the most popular monument in Paris and in entire France. Notre Dame de Paris is widely considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture in the world.It is a typical High Gothic Cathedral even though the con...0 points

Tea Party History

Let's take a step back in time. In Anglo culture a more...0 points

Let's take a step back in time. In Anglo culture a tea party was a formal gathering for afternoon tea, to be more precise, Anna, the seventh duchess of Bedford introduced the famous practice of 'afternoon tea' to the Western world in the early 1800s. It was traditionally for women although men could...0 points

Exploring Kauai: Traveling with Howlie on the Garden Island

Kauai, the oldest and most beautiful of the Hawaii more...0 points

Kauai, the oldest and most beautiful of the Hawaiian Islands; also known as the Garden Island, is a place of enchantment you will never forget. At least that was what I was told as I prepared for my trip to Kapa'a, the largest city on the island with around 10,000 people. I had just finished a...0 points

Star Gazing.... Purple Stars on My Lenses

Squidoo certainly knows how to motivate lensmaster more...0 points

Squidoo certainly knows how to motivate lensmasters. Every time you turn around, there's another honor to vie for. If you have a competitive bone in your body, then you can't resist trying to earn gold stars, angel blessings, Giant Squid, Squid 100 and purple stars.These certainly incite lensmasters...0 points

I heard the bells on Christmas Day

Powerful lyrics make 'I heard the Bells on Christm more...0 points

Powerful lyrics make 'I heard the Bells on Christmas Day' a holiday must for those who believe that good triumphs over evil. Written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the poem was penned after the tragic death of his wife and the wounding of his son in the Civil War. Speaking of the end of the war, he...0 points

Severe Weather Phobia

Are you scared of storms? Not me! But many people more...0 points

Are you scared of storms? Not me! But many people are terrified... I have always loved thunder storms. Ever since I was a little kid I remember peering out the window to watch the storm. I love the clouds, the clapping and rumbling of the thunder, the sound of the pounding rain, the beautiful lightn...0 points

You can never have too many hats!

Destiny is a powerful word. Dictionary.com's secon more...0 points

Destiny is a powerful word. Dictionary.com's second explanation is the best example of what I am talking about. It's this: the predetermined, usually inevitable or irresistible, course of events. Just as I knew from fifth grade on that I would grow up and move to Florida, I also knew from eighth gra...0 points

Bunnicula - A Teacher's Review

Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery, James Howe's more...0 points

Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery, James Howe's first book for children, is about a pet rabbit who just might be a vegetarian vampire. Told from the viewpoint of the Monroe family's dog, Harold, this book is great fun for kids and contains enough wry humor to keep parents and teachers chuckling wh...0 points

Teach Basic Dictionary Skills

Solid dictionary skills are a great way to speed v more...0 points

Solid dictionary skills are a great way to speed vocabulary acquisition, reading comprehension, and spelling accuracy. But dictionary drills are boring, right? I remember the drudgery of alphabetizing lists of words and toiling to look up words and write out their definitions. As a homeschool dad an...0 points

Adopting An Adult

I hadn't heard about the possibility of adopting a more...0 points

I hadn't heard about the possibility of adopting an adult before. I always thought only the step-father coming into a family should consider adoption to change the last name of the children. I guess a mother would consider adopting if you had a situation of yours, mine and ours.When I married my hus...0 points

Who Doesn't Love Fudge?

When the seasons get around to Christmas, Valentin more...0 points

When the seasons get around to Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Easter, I start drooling for homemade fudge. It doesn't necessarily have to be chocolate fudge. I love a variety in my homemade fudge. When I was a child, my mother used to make us Penuche Fudge and have it ready for us when we came home...0 points

Recycled Materials In Crafts

Recyclable materials are all around you. If you ju more...0 points

Recyclable materials are all around you. If you just look at what you are throwing away, I'm sure you will find something. Knitters, crocheters, and anyone else that uses yarn can make recycled yarn out of plastic bags, clothes that no longer fit, or anything else that can be torn into strips about...0 points

Three Brothers Wineries & Estates - Geneva, New York

This is yet another of the adventures we enjoyed d more...0 points

This is yet another of the adventures we enjoyed during our visit upstate New York.0 points

Stephen Colbert Portrait Challenge

Comedy, Politics & Art?! I AM IN!! With little more...0 points

Comedy, Politics & Art?! I AM IN!! With little time, I have put this piece together. It is not my tightest work but all of the elements I wanted included are there.0 points

Where To Sell Art Online

I am a WAHM & a fine artist. I also do graphic more...0 points

I am a WAHM & a fine artist. I also do graphic design & whatever else I get myself involved with. I worked in a gallery for several years. I have shown my work in galleries locally, and nationally. My best luck for sales has been the internet. It works for me.0 points

Do You Think Fox News Is Fair And Balanced?

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I will answer this right here! I think Fox News is one GIANT, never ending, political ad for the Republican Party.0 points

My Visit To Washington D.C.

If you have not visited Washington D.C., I highly more...0 points

If you have not visited Washington D.C., I highly recommend it! There is so much to see and to learn. On this page I just touch on some of the things that left an impression on me. There is no way I can cover everything here; in fact i did not even get to see everything there. Will have to take another trip.0 points

History Of The Hovercraft

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How to make a photo with rounded corners

Here we can find tutorial how to make photos with more...0 points

Here we can find tutorial how to make photos with rounded corners with Inkscape and Gimp. It is fun and easy.0 points

George Harrison - The Concert for Bangladesh

Some souls never die. They reign in the human mind more...0 points

Some souls never die. They reign in the human mind for hundreds of years. They break the barrier of country,time,distance,religion,caste & creed, and sp0 points

Going Home

Up until a few years ago I had never really suffer more...0 points

Up until a few years ago I had never really suffered a loss in my life of great magnitude such as a loved one. In a matter of a few days my life changed and0 points

Chinese Kitchen God

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The Chinese Kitchen God











Would you know the Kitchen God if you saw him? (I mean, someone other than your own brother or sweet husband looking in the fridge in the middle of the night! ) When you are done reading this lens, you will know enough about him and...























Thank you Pastiche - if you ever get to Rhode Island in the summer let me know and I can take you to our wonderful coffee and cakes shop named Pastiche!0 points

Kids In The Garden: Great Gardening Gifts, Tools & Toys for Kids

When you are shopping for little gardeners you wan more...0 points

When you are shopping for little gardeners you want the very best safe and educational gifts you can buy. Great Garden Gifts For Kids is a place to find the gifts that will inspire your child or grandchild, niece, or nephew, to enjoy playing in the garden...0 points

Cinque Terre, a String of Jewels on Italy's Ligurian Coast

Cinque Terre (Five Lands) is a group of stunningly more...0 points

Cinque Terre (Five Lands) is a group of stunningly beautiful villages clinging to the edge of the rugged rocky cliffs on the Ligurian Coast in north- west Italy. Each of the tiny villages is unique and has its own special charm. Cinque Terre is a National...0 points

Everything Elephant: The Facts, the Beauty, the Heartache

I was mulling over what to write about next when m more...0 points

I was mulling over what to write about next when my newsletter from The Elephant Sanctuary arrived. 'Everything elephants' popped into my mind. So this article all about elephants will focus on some facts, the beauty, the heartache, and efforts to save the...0 points

Handmade Pottery Tiles by Carrie Martin

My beautiful daughter, Carrie Martin, has always b more...0 points

My beautiful daughter, Carrie Martin, has always been creative and artistic. I just had to showcase her beautiful art pottery and her current work in creating handmade pottery tiles. She is an accomplished photographer and painter, as well, but her first l...0 points

The Tropical Fruits of Key West

Some of the best things about growing up in Key We more...0 points

Some of the best things about growing up in Key West were the wonderful tropical fruits that were available. Between my grandmother's yard and several close neighbors, we were blessed with a wide variety of tropical fruits which were eaten fresh or made in...0 points

Memories of a Key West Childhood

I didn't really appreciate growing up in Key West more...0 points

I didn't really appreciate growing up in Key West until I moved away and became an adult. When I was a child, I just dreamed of moving away and wondered what kind of life there would be for me elsewhere. Looking back now through the eyes and memories of a...0 points

Extraterrestrial Abductions Day

Who knew? March 20th is Extraterrestrial Abduction more...0 points

Who knew? March 20th is Extraterrestrial Abductions Day! Be prepared! Stock up on food, and grab your favorite alien abuduction books and movies so you can spend the day safely ensconced in your home, out of sight of marauding aliens looking for humans to...0 points

Spotlight on Rome, Italy

Rome, or Roma in Italian, has numerous major touri more...0 points

Rome, or Roma in Italian, has numerous major tourist attractions, starting with the Roman Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Saint Peter's Basilica, the Pantheon, Villa Borghese, the Spanish Steps, museums, countless piazzas and fountains, as well as three other...0 points

Venice: Italy's Canal City

Romantic, unique, and beautiful all describe the c more...0 points

Romantic, unique, and beautiful all describe the city of Venice, or Venezia in Italian - an engineering wonder, it is one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations and is also known as the 'Queen of the Adriatic' and 'La Serenissima'. While its canals a...0 points

Xmas Songs from the Emerald Isle

Irish Christmas carols are popular around the worl more...0 points

Irish Christmas carols are popular around the world - why not include Irish carols in your Christmas music repertoire this year? Whether you are looking for lively, Celtic music or more somber, religious songs, you will find Irish carols of all genres. You...0 points

White Villages of Andalusia, Spain

Spain's white villages are one of Spain's major at more...0 points

Spain's white villages are one of Spain's major attractions. The beauty of Spain's whitewashed villages, or 'pueblos blancos' in Spanish, is not simply due to the predominantly gleaming white exterior of these villages' buildings, but also because of their...0 points

Discover Toledo, Spain

Prior to traveling to Spain, I can remember readin more...0 points

Prior to traveling to Spain, I can remember reading that if you only have one day to spend in Spain you should spend it in Toledo, a historical medieval city and former capital of Spain. Toledo is still considered to be Spain's spiritual capital and is con...0 points

Spotlight on Bergamo, Italy

Located in Italy's Lombardy region, Bergamo is a t more...0 points

Located in Italy's Lombardy region, Bergamo is a three- tier city, with its historic center being a medieval walled town. The layout of the city resembles a three- tier wedding cake, with its modern section, the Città Bassa (lower town), being on a plain...0 points

Grow Your Own Medlars

It's so nice to grow your own medlars. These old- more...0 points

It's so nice to grow your own medlars. These old- fashioned fruits were popular in Victorian times but have since fallen from favour, so growing them yourself is possibly the only way to get your hands on these unusual fruits! The medlar is a smal, pretty...0 points

School of Art - Learn How to Paint and Draw

Welcome to my on- line School of Drawing and Paint more...0 points

Welcome to my on- line School of Drawing and Painting. I'm a professional artist trained in painting and drawing. I have experience teaching in schools, colleges and centres of adult education and now I run painting holidays in Limousin, South West France....0 points

Chabanais Fall Harvest Festival France

Buried deep in the heart of rural France you will more...0 points

Buried deep in the heart of rural France you will find the busy little town of Chabanais, Poitou Charente but perched right on the borders of Limousin. The towns of Limoges, Angouleme and Confolens with it's spectacular international festival are not far a...0 points

Lantana Lane by Eleanor Dark - Book Review and Companion

I'm an avid reader but I'd never heard of Lantana more...0 points

I'm an avid reader but I'd never heard of Lantana Lane or it's author, Eleanor Dark,until just recently. Why not? This is a novel packed with complex ideas, beautifully written but with a simple narrative: an affectionate portrait of a tiny farming communi...0 points

A Black Pearl Valentine Gift for Him and Her 2012

You should know if your Valentine is a cute and cu more...0 points

You should know if your Valentine is a cute and cuddly, frilly and fizzy sort of guy or girl. If they are then perhaps black pearls are not for them. On the other hand, if your Valentine is deep and sensuous, dark and mysterious, sultry and exotic, or if y...0 points

How to grow pumpkins for Halloween

Of course you can just buy a pumpkin at Halloween, more...0 points

Of course you can just buy a pumpkin at Halloween, but how much better it would be to start right at the beginning and grow your own, and it's fun and educational for the kids. 'But', you'll say, 'we haven't room to grow pumpkins. ' Well, that may be true,...0 points

A Valentine Breakfast Menu

Valentine's Day is a good excuse to go over the to more...0 points

Valentine's Day is a good excuse to go over the top with our breakfast menu and I'm always looking out for good breakfast ideas for our bed and breakfast in Limousin, South West France, espcially for special celebrations, when we want to serve the best bre...0 points

Decorate Your Winter Home with Bulbs and Flowers

Is your winter home bursting with colour and the f more...0 points

Is your winter home bursting with colour and the freshness of spring? Cheap and cheerful, winter bulbs and flowers will brighten up your home throughout the dark months. Christmas is lovely, but, lets face it, after that the home in winter can be just that...0 points

A Scrap Book of Life in Limousin, South West France

My life in Limousin! I've fallen in love; I love L more...0 points

My life in Limousin! I've fallen in love; I love Limousin and this is a collection of things and places to do with this hidden corner of sout west France. I have all the enthusiasm of one who has found their dream home: an traditional stone farm house whic...0 points

Pigeon Pie Recipe from my Grandmothers Kitchen

Pigeon pie was an old favourite and pigeons were a more...0 points

Pigeon pie was an old favourite and pigeons were an important food source historically in Western Europe. They were kept for their eggs, flesh, and dung, but it's not a meat you see often these days. A pity because, like other game meats, it's both healthy...0 points

Pie Recipes from my Grandmother's Kitchen

This is my Grandmother. She was born around the tu more...0 points

This is my Grandmother. She was born around the turn of the century, the daughter of a cook who worked in grand houses, producing rich food for rich people. My Grandmother, however, baked good, plain food for good, plain people. My Grandmother certainly kn...0 points

How To Pray The Rosary

We were taught How To Pray The Rosary as young Chi more...0 points

We were taught How To Pray The Rosary as young Children by our Mother and like many families it was a prayer we would say together. The Rosary is an important prayer for a Roman Catholic. It is devoted to Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and to His Mother...0 points

Squidoo Honors

My purple star lenses are all listed on this page more...0 points

My purple star lenses are all listed on this page ... which also has several quiz and poll modules for your squidding pleasure0 points

Best Romantic Comedies

When executed well, the romantic comedy film is a more...0 points

When executed well, the romantic comedy film is a captivating genre that tugs at our emotions while tickling our funny bone. This is a list of the top ten Romantic Comedies ever.0 points

Popular Kids Book Series

Chapter books are great to encourage a reluctant r more...0 points

Chapter books are great to encourage a reluctant reader. In this lens I will highlight the popular children's books series that kids enjoy.0 points

Top 10 Romantic Gifts for Her For Valentine's Day

Women are naturally romantic. It is in their natur more...0 points

Women are naturally romantic. It is in their nature to be romantic. So, if you are looking for a gift for her for Valentine's Day, the day of love and romance, do make it a Romantic Gift if you can. Don't know what is romantic? That is okay. This lens will...0 points

Blending Acrylic Paint on Canvas

Acrylic Paint is such a versatile paint. I love pa more...0 points

Acrylic Paint is such a versatile paint. I love painting with it. I can do various blending techniques to achieve a sharper edge, to a very wide and soft edge. Come along, I'll show you what I mean and tips on how you can do it too.0 points

Waldorf Doll Patterns

Waldorf Doll patterns for making your very own lov more...0 points

Waldorf Doll patterns for making your very own lovable babydolls and doll clothes are available on the internet, but you don't have to look any further for them. they're all right here! I am in love with these precious dolls and decided to compile everythi...0 points

Beatrix Potter - Mycologist

Beatrix Potter is well known for her story books f more...0 points

Beatrix Potter is well known for her story books for children, but she's less well known as a mycologist - someone who studies fungi. Is this so surprising, though, when you see the charming illustrations for some of her best known works: The Tale of Mrs....0 points

Best Beach Bags and Totes Under $50

Fabulous beach bags and totes can make or break a more...0 points

Fabulous beach bags and totes can make or break a good day at the beach.0 points

Buying an Electronic Dictionary

My children have to learn 3 languages in school. T more...0 points

My children have to learn 3 languages in school. They are studying in a Chinese School. At the same time they have to learn English and Malay too. I find it very difficult to guide them in their homework especially Chinese Mandarin homework because I do no...0 points

The Missing Village

If only the walls could talk. If ever a accurate p more...0 points

If only the walls could talk. If ever a accurate phrase was uttered, it is that one in regards to this tale. For all intents and purposes this story is nothing more than a simple tale of a missing Arctic fishing village. But when you scratch the surface, y...0 points