A Little Bit of This and a Little Bit of That

Health Lensography 

In the interest of keeping things tidy, all of my health lenses can be found on a new lensography.

My Health Lenses

To keep my main lensography neat and tidy, I've moved all of my health-specific lenses to here. This should make it much easier to find the health topics that you're interested in without wading through all of the other stuff.

Lenses About My Favorite Lenses 

Squidoo Gets Personal

We have so many amazing, insightful, and inspiring lenses written about incredible people here but I have found the first-person accounts to be the most moving. I've collected personal stories of lensmasters from all walks of life who have had the co...

My Favorite Lenses

Just another coal on the fire of awesomeness that is Squidoo - hundreds and hundreds of amazing lenses to just sit and pass some time reading. There are just so many amazing lenses waiting for you to discover!

Social Issues On Squidoo

One of the brilliant things about Squidoo is the ability for caring people to draw attention to issues that they are passionate about. As part of the Squidoo Activist's Group, I felt compelled to take some time to promote some of these truly deservin...

Squidoo Around the World

Squidoo may have originally been an American concoction, but Seth Godin's baby has always been a global community! We have lensmasters from all over the world here and they have some fascinating stories to tell and bring a unique viewpoint in to the...

I'm a Giant Squid now. 

How cool is that?

How I Became A Giant Squid in 40 Days

I joined Squidoo on May 10, 2008 and got my Giant Squid Badge in the June 30th round. How did I do it? Am I completely nuts? Did I take a break to eat during that time? Let me tell you all about it....

Being a Giant pales in comparison to being an Activist!!! 

All-Purpose, Handy-Dandy, Calorie-Free, Bake Sale

No calories if you just look? We all love a good bake sale, so grab your glass of milk, sit back, and indulge in some virtual goodies (allergy-free too!). This page supports Longhopes Donkey Shelter and The Wild Animal Sanctuary - pretending to have...

Farm Aid - My Squidoo Virtual Concert

The first Farm Aid concert took place in 1985 to raise awareness about the loss of family farms and to raise funds to keep farm families on their land. Farm Aid was the brain child of John Mellencamp with help from Willie Nelson and Neil Young. Dave...

My Squidoo Charity Stats

One of the biggest perks of being a Squidoo lensmaster is the ability for our lenses to contribute to worthy organizations. I joined Squidoo on May 8, 2008 and this lens is a record of all of my "payday" donations to Squidoo non-profit partners. Not...

The Power of Lions

ROAR! Lions are majestic and noble big cats who enchant all who view them. Celebrated as Kings of the Jungle, living in Prides, guarding palaces, temples, and libraries the world over, mankind has always revered this awesome feline.

What is a Wildlife Sanctuary?

Unfortunately, the lure of the exotic, combined with the lucrative trade in wild species, proves too tempting to some even though keeping wild animals is against the law. When people are not able to care for their "pet" then the animal might be lucky...

Bears

Brown bears, teddy bears, polar bears, bear hugs, grizzly bears. Who doesn't love bears??

The Wild Animal Sanctuary

Saving One Animal May Not Change The World But Surely, For That One Animal... The World Will Change Forever! The Wild Animal Sanctuary provides a safe haven for wild animals rescued from private owners, abusive situations, and others who would other...

What In The World Is A Serval?

Silently hidden in the tall grass, a serval stalks it's prey. Listening for the faintest rustle of tiny feet, the cat suddenly leaps straight up in to the air and snatches a song bird in mid-flight instead of the rodent it was listening for. Every da...

A Wild Birthday Party

If your kids love wild animals as much as mine do then they will love these WILD party ideas. A portion of procedes from the sale of items on this page benefits The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado.

Wolves

Wolves have been both revered and feared by mankind since the dawn of time. Celebrated in lore, adored in art, maligned in the wild, they still remain a popular choice in photography, art, and decor today.

Longhopes Donkey Rescue 

Another of my favorite causes

Bailey the Donkey

Longhopes works very hard to find the best possible home for all donkeys that come their way. Some elderly or special needs friends just require too much love, attention, and medical care to be adopted. For these guys, the rescue provides a permanent...

Longhopes Donkey Rescue

Our mission is to rescue, shelter, rehabilitate and find permanent homes for donkeys that would otherwise be destroyed for meat consumption overseas. These animals are often shipped in horrific conditions to processors outside of the US - many die fr...

Lensmasters for Longhopes Headquarters

Donkeys

I love Donkeys. The way their long ears point up, their sweet faces, the way they bray, and their gentle nature.

Donkey And Mule Video Showcase

Donkeys, Mules, Minis, and More. All waiting to entertain you! I've put together some of the cutest, funniest, and inpiring videos on YouTube here for you to enjoy. Sit back, relax, and let the donkeys amuse you!

Black and White 

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, affectionately called BPAL by its crazed masses of fans, formulates original, exotic, complex and affordable perfume oil blends with a dark, gothic, neo-Victorian, hip, exotic, mysterious bent. Beth, the mother of BPAL and...

The Poe Toaster

Each year on Edgar Allan Poe's birthday, his gravesite receives a visitor......who is this stranger who arrives in the wee hours for a toast at a headstone? Why does he or she do it? What symbolism is hidden in the gifts left for a long dead poet? "...

Incense - Sacred Smoke

For religious observance, for its olfactory delights, or for other purposes, incense has been around for nearly as long as we have. The first incense was most likely discovered accidentally, as early man sat around the fire and noticed that certain s...

Dark and Noble Ravens

....while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore, While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, As of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. "'Tis some visitor," I muttered,...

The Gryphon of Legend

The Gryphon (also spelled Griffin, Griffon, or Griffyn) is a legendary animal in myth, literature, legend, film, art, and lore. Whether an attacking protector of valuable lands, friendly napper, noble protector, or fantastical beast, the gryphon has...

Playing With Toads

Did you ever wonder how you could combine 2 seemingly opposite hobbies in to one really weird pastime?

Fun Stuff 

The Tawny Frogmouth

A weird and wonderful bird from Down Under, the Tawny Frogmouth is so fun to watch. With it's owl-like body and frog-like mouth, this bird is like no other. A native to Australia, the rest of us need to be content with viewing this amazing creature i...

The Wonder of Bats

Humanity has always been intrigued by and apprehensive of bats. The only true flying mammals, emerging as the sun sets, the ancients both revered and feared these dark enigmas but what exactly did they fear them for? The fear surrounding these flying...

Cane Toads

102 Cane Toads were brought to Australia in 1935 to help control cane beetles. The toads did not reduce the number of beetles at all. But they did take over most of the areas that they were introduced to and have developed into a major and deadly p...

Mistaken Identities on the Wild Side

Do you know the difference between a raven and a crow? A crocodile and an alligator? How about a newt and a salamander? Some closely related animals (or even not-so-closely related ones) are difficult to tell apart unless you look very close. Someti...

My Techno-Geek Side 

Fun USB Hubs

Are you always running out of open USB ports? Want to add a few more cool gadgets to your desktop or laptop? You need a bigger hub or a port extender. But why be boring? Big plastic boxes with lots of ports may be functional, but they're kind of bor...

Mimo Fine USB Jewelry

Sweet, chic, and tastefully unique, Mimo offers portable USB drives concealed within jewelry designed for today's women. These pieces are highly sought after by both collectors and fashionistas alike. Are they tech gadgets or flashy fashion accessor...

Fun Flash Drives

Today USB Flash Sticks have become so commonplace that they've moved beyond just functional tech gadgets. Available in styles from classy to fun to downright bizarre and everywhere in between, here's a peek at some of the coolest storage available -...

MOMMYHOOD!!!! 

My favorite topic of all.

Chanukah Toys, Gifts, and Fun for Children

Your one-stop-shop for Chanukah fun, gift ideas, toys, books, and games for children. I get so tired of shopping during the holidays and finding a glut of Christmas items, but a poor selection of things for Chanukah. Save time and money this year by...

Archaeology for Kids

Kids love learning about past civilizations and how earlier people lived. They also love to dig in the dirt. Indulge both of these loves by nurturing their interest in archaeology. Through books, games, real-life learning projects, and toys, children...

Paleontology Toys and Books For Curious Kids

What child doesn't love dinosaurs and dream of growing up to be a fossil hunter? Indulge their daydreams and nurture their curiosity with these fun (and educational) activities. Whether you've got a little dino fan or just a kiddo who loves to get th...

Birthday Traditions Around The World

To us birthdays mean cake, balloons, parties, candles, cards, and presents! Cultures around the world observe birthdays in many ways, some just like us, and some very differently.

Books That Both Kids and Parents Will Love

Do you get tired of hearing about "educational" books and how reading to your kids is so important to their development? I do. We all know how essential reading is but what about for pure entertainment? Instead of TV, why not read a GREAT story to y...

And The Rest! 

Ah, the joys of being a kid (ok, so I'm a 38-year-old kid, but still..)

Lenses I've Built With My Children

With gas prices as high as they are and us stuck out in the boonies, we're finding ways to entertain ourselves without "going anywhere" this summer. We've made mud baths outside, taken long bike rides, worked in the garden, done puzzles, played with...

Nail Polish Addicts

Nail polish has been around for ages but do you know where it came from? What it's made of?

The Art Of Bathing

After a stressful day nothing beats a long, languishing, soak in a warm tub. For thousands of years mankind has sought solace in the water, adding fragrant herbs, oils and salts to lift the spirits, improve the health, cleanse the skin, treat illness...

Wax Tarts, Burners, Melts, and More

Tarts, also called wax melts, candle melts, soy melts, wax potpourri, or fragrance melts, are a perfect way to scent your home without chemical sprays or a lot of smoke. With burner choices available to match any decor and any scent that you love eas...

Bath and Body Samplers

Have you ever wanted to sample wares from many small e-tailers without the huge financial committment? Do you just like surprise and variety? Sample boxes are the way to go!

Lip Scrubs and Exfoliation

Many people use sugar or salt scrubs to exfoliate their skin for softness and moisture. Loofas, exfoliating gloves, and scrub sponges are also popular. But what about your lips? Shouldn't they enjoy the same benefits as your arms, legs, and rest of...

Etsy, Etsy, and More Etsy! 

SNS on Etsy

SNS is a weekly gathering of Etsy shops featuring special sales, discounts, and bonuses. Discover unique hand-made gifts, chic vintage clothing, art, jewelry, crafts supplies, ACEOs, pottery, bath and beauty products, candies, candles and more from t...

SquidEtsians Headquarters

SquidEtsians A group of lensmakers who are members of the Squidoo Street Team on Etsy. This group nurtures a sense of community and offers a support system for each other. Please make sure that you have contacted PurrPrints on Etsy to let her know...

Vintage Fashion on Etsy

If you want to add a little something out of the ordinary to your wardrobe look no further than Etsy for a great selection of Vintage and Retro clothing and accessories stores!

Squidetsian Tips

In this lens you'll find great how-to's, tips, and tricks for making your lenses ROCK! All info is written with the Etsy-oriented person in mind as an extention to our Squidetsian Group.

Squidetsian Charity Lenses

Lenses by members of the Squidetsian Group and the Squidetsian Street Team on Etsy. All lenses listed here give 100% of procedes to the charity of thier choice!

Entertainment 

Jane Lynch

Jane Lynch is one of today's most sought-after character actresses. With her deadpan delivery in comic roles and her heartfelt honesty in dramatic turns, this stunningly beautiful woman is one of my favorite actresses today. Popular on stage, film, a...

Halle Berry

All about Halle Berry and her stunning career. Her work has earned her Emmy and Golden Globe awards as well as an Oscar for Best Actress. Halle was also the very first "star" to appear in person to accept a Razzie award for "Worst Actress" (for Catwo...

We love The Fifth Element

Based upon the intriguing novel by Terry Bisson, The Fifth Element was brought to the big screen by director Luc Besson. Some fans of the novel loved the movie, others were disappointed in it. The novel takes place on 23rd century earth and relates...

Dipping My Toes Into The Lyrics Lens Pool 

Missing Persons

Missing Persons was one of the pivotal bands to hit the late punk/early new wave early 1980's. Their flamboyant style mixed with raw musical talent and exceptional lyrics made them an instant success.

REO Speedwagon - Keep On Lovin' You Lyrics

You should've seen by the look in my eyes, baby There was somethin' missin' You should've known by the tone of my voice, maybe But you didn't listen You played dead But you never bled Instead you lay still in the grass All coiled up and hissin And t...

Billy Squier - The Stroke Lyrics

Now everybody have you heard If you're in the game, then the stroke's the word Don't take no rhythm, don't take no style Got a thirst for killin', grab your vile... You put your right hand out give a firm hand-shake Talk to me about that one big bre...

Reo Speedwagon - Don't Let Him Go Lyrics

So you figure that you've got him all figured out He's a sweet talkin stud Who can melt a girl's heart with his pout He's the kind of lover that the ladies dream about He's got plenty of cash He's got plenty of friends He drives women wild Then he d...

REO Speedwagon - Riding The Storm Out Lyrics

Ridin' the storm out, waitin' for the thaw out On a full moon night in the rocky mountain winter. My wine bottle's low, watching for the snow I've been thinking lately of what I'm missing in the city. And I'm not missing a thing Watchin' the full mo...

HOME SWEET HOME 

Prairie Dogs of the Plains

They may be pests in some places, and the prairie dog towns stretching for miles in every direction have just about disappeared from the west, but these furry little critters still entertain and enchant us. Prairie Dogs are part of our heritage in th...

Bull Snakes - Gentle Helpers

Many people may be terrified of snakes, but there's really no need to fear these guys. Bull Snakes (also called Gopher snakes) are docile and do our habitats a great service by keeping down vermin populations. They eat mice, rats, rabbits, and prairi...

The Western Meadowlark

The Western Meadowlark has one of the most beautiful and melodious mating calls of all North American birds. They also happen to possess uncomparably beautiful breast plumage in shades of sunshine that only nature could create. I look forward to the...

Chirping Crickets Looking For Love

One thing I adore about summer is hearing the crickets chirp all night. I love to sleep with my windows open and let them sing me to sleep. Crickets are fascinating little insects who are said to bring luck to a home which they visit. In China, they...

Brighton Colorado

Brighton is growing by leaps and bounds! Originally a very small farming community, the town evolved in to a major sugar beet growing and processing hub for the country. Today, the city is modern and vibrant but still in touch with its rural roots.

Ft. Collins, Colorado

Snuggled up against the northern Colorado front range foothills, the city of Ft. Collins is home to Colorado State University (GO RAMS). This once quiet college town has grown by leaps and bounds in the past two decades with the growth of major emplo...

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep

Bighorn sheep are nimble climbers in the North American mountains. Spending the summer months up high, they forage for food in the lower hills during the cold seasons. Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep are the beloved state animal of Colorado and the masc...

Sweet Carnations

My Great-Grandmother worked well into her 80's at a greenhouse that grew Carnations. Back then, Wheat Ridge, Colorado was the "Carnation Capital" of the United States. Every year, we went to the Carnation Festival. I even got to march in the parade a...

Music On The Rocks

Red Rocks is the world's premier outdoor concert venue. The natural acoustic quality and gorgeous setting is unparalleled. The site of U2's famous "Under A Blood Red Sky" concert, seeing a concert "On The Rocks" is a dream for many a music fan while...

Bennett Colorado

Sitting just a few miles east of the edges of the Denver metro area, Bennett remains true to its rural roots. Home to Longhopes Donkey Shelter, this small town is a jewel on the Eastern Colorado plains.

St. Francis Xavier Cabrini

St. Francis X. Cabrini, more popularly called Mother Cabrini, was the first citizen of the United States to be declared a Saint (canonized) by the Roman Catholic Church. She worked for a time in the mountains near Golden, Colorado where she founded a...

The Unsinkable Molly Brown

Molly Brown was a poor girl from an abolitionist family, adventurous seeker of her fortune in a rough and tumble silver boomtown, early activist for women's rights, tireless crusader for the less fortunate, socialite, actress, Titanic survivor..........

All About Colorado Headquarters

All About Colorado - The Centennial State The group for all lenses pertaining to the great state of Colorado. From the Western Slope, down to the San Juans, up the Platte, cruising Denver, the Springs, Boudler, Greeley, or anywhere in between. Add...

Alfred Packer - The Colorado Cannibal

Only three people have ever been convicted and imprisoned in the United States for the crime of cannibalism. The first, and most famous, was Alfred Packer. In January of 1864, six men left to scout for mining prospects despite being warned that the w...

Rocky Mountain Columbines

Columbines grow wild and under cultivation all over the world but are perhaps best known as "The Rocky Mountain Columbine", a stunning blue eye-catcher and the state flower of Colorado. Growing up in the Rockies, these gorgeous blooms color my memori...

And the not so fun parts of home sweet home...... 

The Advantages of HE Front Loading Washers

Just keep saving! High Efficiency, or HE, washing machines save so much money in the long run - they use much less water, less electricity, and save you $ on detergents. Lots of money.

Caring For Your Septic Tank

Septic systems are easy to live with and easy to care for as long as you follow some simple rules to keep your tank and leach field in good working order.

My Snobby Stuff 

The Beauty of Spider Webs

I've always been awestruck by intricate spider webs. So strong, yet so delicate. So simple, yet so complex. "Come in to my parlor said the spider to the fly..."

Keys To A Well-Rounded Education

Learning is a life-long pursuit. There is no need to be intimidated by expanding your knowledge with these great resources available, all written for "the rest of us". Impress your friends with your big brains! When we stop learning, we stop living....

Celebrating The Cat In Art

Often dismissed and maligned by art snobs these days, the cat has a long and illustrious history as a model for artists. From the ancient Egyptians to Gustav Klimt and right up to amazing modern artists, felines have inspired the creative side of man...

My Affiliate Program 

I use and recommend the ShareASale network, follow my lens to see how I'm doing.

The Share-A-Sale Network

There are currently over 2,000 Merchants in the ShareASale Network. Each of these merchants has a different type of product that they are selling - and each is ready to pay you commission on that sale if you bring a customer to them. It's really sim...

And I'm Addicted To StumbleUpon!! 

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An Addict's Guide to StumbleUpon

Do you love StumbleUpon? Do you even know what StumbleUpon is? Fear not, this handy dandy guide will help you out whether you're a brand new Stumbler or a long-time user. StumbleUpon is a powerful networking tool and a lot of fun to use, but you need...

Looking For Ideas? 

Here's My Wishlist of Lenses That I'd Love To Read!