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Laurell K Hamilton's Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter Series

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:31:35 -0600

If you love a good mystery and a touch of the supernatural, Anita Blake may just be a great series for you. The Anita Blake novels feature Anita as a hard-boiled detective with a twist. The crimes she solves deal with the preternatural and the supernatural. As a vampire hunter and executioner, she hunts vampires and other supernatural or magical beings (think vampires, werewolves, and witches) that have used their power to hurt humans. Armed with a gun, knives, and a few supernatural powers of her own, Anita Blake is one tough cookie. The Anita Blake series is my favorite set of vampire books. Within the Anita Blake novels, author Laurell K Hamilton has created a fascinating and exciting world filled with magic and supernatural creatures. It is a fun series offering wonderful characters, a thrilling storyline, and fantastic reading enjoyment. I absolutely love Anita Blake and it is my hope that this lens will introduce you to a new favorite as well. On this lens, you will find an overview of Anita Blake, a list on all the ABVH books in the series, a description for each novel, and great links to sites where you can find out more about Anita Blake. I have also included fan videos, reader polls, and fun quizzes for your entertainment and participation. You can even order all the Anita Blake books from Amazon directly from this lens. I hope you will enjoy reading about Anita Blake here and that you will let me know what you think by leaving a comment in the guest book when you are done. Happy Reading!

Work from Home as a Virtual Call Center Agent

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:47:23 -0600

Imagine a commute that is just down the hallway, a few minutes from your coffeepot and the Monday morning news. You plug in your headset to the phone, boot your computer, and begin taking calls for your client. After 30 minutes of call time, you move on to a scheduled break to tend to a few errands around the house. You get another cup of coffee, finish a few small household tasks, and return to your desk to begin taking calls again. As a virtual call center agent, your schedule is flexible, and you can have all the breaks you need from the comfort of your own home. You're paid anywhere from $7.00 to $30.00 an hour, and you work not just the hours, but the minutes, that you choose. Sound like another work from home scam? Or simply too good to be true? Think again. The rise of homeshoring employers has paved the way to legitimate work from home careers that allow flexibility for a whole new workforce; including work at home moms and dads, caretakers, military spouses, and people with unique medical needs or disabilities.

Hilarious Emails

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:08:24 -0600

Several of my friends and quite a few of my family members love to send and share funny emails. They scour the web for these hilarious treats and forward them to everyone in their address books in hopes of giving someone a smile for the day. Hilarious emails are a fun way to connect with friends and relatives. I always enjoy receiving them, but I don't really have anyone to share them with. So, I decided to create a lens full of funny emails I have received. I will also add new jokes periodically. The stories, jokes, and images on this lens are all rated G. So, grab your favorite drink or snack, kick back and relax, and enjoy this collection of hilarious emails. Be sure to share this collection with your family and friends as well. Yes! You can send someone else a smile! You'll find a "email this page" link in the guest book. Be sure to post a note and say hello! Enjoy!

Legitimate Data Entry ~ Work From Home

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:52:07 -0600

Work from home data entry has become a popular way to earn money online, but you may not realize that there is much more to data entry work than just typing ads for internet companies. There are many legitimate data entry and type at home programs available and you can earn a generous income with this kind of work at home opportunity by simply providing easy-to-do typing services. With a little time and effort, you can become a data entry operator, running your own home based data entry business, earning a nice living from the comfort of your home. This lens is a review and in-depth look at Online-Data-Entry-Jobs offered by Laura Kauth. Her data entry package is one of the best work from home opportunities available on the internet today. Online Data Entry Jobs is legitimate company that offers you a wonderful option to stay home with your family and earn a good income. With detailed programs, extensive training, and support, this data entry package offers everything you need to work from home successfully.

Book Trailers

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:04:15 -0600

The newest way to promote your book is with video! These videos are called Book Trailers. They are similar to a movie trailer, in that they are designed to build interest in an upcoming or current novel and to encourage people to buy the book that they are based on. The main difference is that a movie trailer already has visual images to work with - clips from the film. With a book trailer, the maker (either the author themselves or a professional videographer) has to convert the written words into visual images. The trick is to convey a sense of what the book is about without giving anything away - and without really clearly defining what the characters look like, as most readers prefer to visualize what they are reading about as they imagine it themselves. Most book trailers run from one to three minutes. They can be anything from the author reading a passage from the book, to an elaborate mini-movie. Below, you will find even more information and links about this exciting new way of advertising and promoting your book.

Brad Paisley: Waiting On A Woman

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:15:52 -0600

Brad Paisley has to be one of my favorite country music artists of all times. I absolutely love his style, his voice, and his look. His songs make me laugh, cry, and I love them all. My favorite Brad Paisley songs are Online, Celebrity, I'm Gonna Miss Her, Mud on the Tires, and Waiting on a Woman. Waiting on a Woman is a beautiful song. I love listening to it and it has wonderful lyrics. The song is about an old man telling about the love and devotion he has for his wife. The video is fantastic as well and features Andy Griffith as the the old man talking to Brad Paisley in the song. I love Waiting on a Woman and I hope you will as well. Read on for the lyrics, video, and album for this song and great links for Brad Paisley.

Ventriloquist and Comedian Jeff Dunham

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:43:56 -0600

Jeff Dunham is a wonderfully funny stand up comedian and ventriloquist whose act will have you in stitches. Jeff has an exceptional talent for what he does and he is absolutely hilarious. His cast of puppets are amazing and witty as well. They include Walter (a grumpy old man), Achmed the Dead Terrorist, Melvin the Superhero, Peanut (a purple woozle), and Jose (a jalepeno on a stick). Jeff carries his puppets in a large suitcase, so they have been dubbed "The Suitcase Posse." With a hilarious act and a great cast of characters, Jeff Dunham puts on a superb show. If you have not yet seen Jeff and the suitcase posse in action, you'll want to read on to find out more! This lens features information on Jeff Dunham and all the puppets in his suitcase posse, as well as great videos from the shows, and links so that you can find out more about this terrific comedian and his ventriloquist routine.

How To Find A Legitimate Work From Home Data Entry Package

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:14:47 -0600

There are many companies that are willing to pay you for your time and services as a data entry operator via the Internet. Work from home data entry is a legitimate way to earn money online and working for these companies will allow you to start your own data entry business from home. This lens is designed to help find a legitimate data entry package that you can use to work from home. I have listed criteria you should look for, and important factors you need to know to get stated. Additionally, I have reviewed two legitimate paid online survey sites that can also bring you extra money from home. You'll also find links to review sites and legitimate data entry packages that I have personally reviewed.

Hilarious Images and Videos Caption Challenge

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:46:33 -0600

Funny pictures and videos are so much fun. They can be enjoyed and shared with friends and family. Here you'll find family-friendly pictures and clean videos of hilarious babies, funny cats, and even a few humorous car accidents and mishaps. All are funny and designed to give you a smile, a giggle, or even a laugh or three. The best part is that you get to decide the captions for all the hilarious pictures on this page. That's right! Take the Hilarious Images Caption Challenge and write a caption to describe the photos I have displayed here. You can also comment on all the funny videos as well. On this page, you are in control. Be creative, be funny, be witty, and have fun! Are you up to the Hilarious Images Caption challenge? Then let's get started!

Missouri Ghosts

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:46:52 -0600

I have always been able to sense ghosts and spirits. I don't see them with my eyes; it is more like a mental image or picture in my mind. Sometimes the image comes with knowledge of how they might have died. These are mostly just feelings or things that I sense, but I have often wandered if the ghosts are trying to communicate with me. Passing a cemetery sometimes causes me to start shivering. It is like feeling creepy-crawlies up and down my arms and legs. I have had this happen when I did not even know there was a cemetery close by. When it is the strongest, I have a feeling of something sitting on my chest and I find it hard to draw a breath. Sometimes, I will walk into a house or a room, and I start seeing a mental image of a person. In my grandmother's house, I have very clear images of at least one of the ghosts there. My grandparents bought their house when I was two months old, and I have spent a lot of time there over the years. I even lived there for two years. In this house, there are two separate ghosts. In the original part of the house, there is a spirit of a little girl and she has been there as long as I can remember. She is a "good" spirit and I believe that she has tried to protect me over the years. In the newer addition to the house, there is also a spirit there that is not so good. I would not say it is evil, but I think it is definitely malevolent. I have never been able to "see" this ghost, but it has played a few tricks in it's time. Before you start thinking that I am crazy, let me tell you of two incidents that let me know that what I am seeing is real. When I was a girl of about ten, my parents moved us into a little house in Edmond, Oklahoma. The garage had been converted into a master bedroom and I absolutely hated being in there alone. One of my chores was laundry, and whenever I went into my parent's room to put away their clothes, I dreaded the closet. Every time that I got close to it, I would get the mental image of a large bald man jumping out of the closet to grab me. I was so scared that I would put the laundry away as fast as I could and hightail it out of there. Now, I never told my parents or my brother about what I sensed until just a few of years ago. Talking separately to my dad and my brother, I found out that they saw the exact same image in their minds as well. As if that wasn't creepy enough, I had a similar experience with my husband about five years ago. We were traveling very late one night and had planned to spend the night at my cousin's house in Oilton, Oklahoma before heading home the next day. Somehow, we miscalculated the trip and it was 1:00 am before we arrived. My cousin and her husband were apparently already asleep by the time that we got there, so we decided we would try to sleep in our car on the backside of Stroud Lake. The whole time that I was trying to sleep, I kept imagining a man reaching through the window to grab my throat. I saw him with long stringy hair, wearing a pair of jeans with a denim jacket and boots. The image was so strong that I was not even able to relax, let alone sleep. After about 30 minutes, my husband (who I thought had been asleep) asked me if I was sure if I wanted to sleep here. I immediately jumped up, started the car, and we took off. We traveled home and by the time we got there, we were dead tired, but hyped up enough that we could not sleep. We talked for a while about different things, and the talk turned to the lake. My husband started saying that he wasn't able to sleep because he kept seeing a man break though the glass and choking him. I was so shocked that I started shaking. He asked me what was wrong. Instead of answering, I asked him what the man was wearing. When he said that the man was wearing jeans and a jacket with long dirty hair, I started trembling even more. I just could not believe he had seen almost the exact image that I had. When I told him what I had seen, he was shocked as well. So, do you believe in ghosts? I can say without a doubt that I do. Whether you believe in ghosts, or just love a good ghost story, I hope that you enjoy the spooky tales of restless spirits, paranormal events, and supernatural activity that this lens contains.

The Host by Stephenie Meyer

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:26:55 -0600

Stephenie Meyer has become a popular author for her famed young adult Twilight saga, but you may not know that Stephenie also wrote another book in 2008 called The Host. The Host is Stephenie Meyer's first adult novel and it offers a fantastic and gripping storyline. I highly recommend it. Continue reading to see an overview of the The Host, book description, video book trailer, great fan videos, and much more. You'll even find a link to read a few chapters from The Host online.

How to Choose The Right Data Entry Package For You and Your Family

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:11:19 -0600

Working as a data entry operator can be a rewarding way to earn money from home. There are many programs available and there is no end to the companies that will pay you to work from home for providing data entry services. Data entry work is very simple to do and it can earn you a generous income. There are many other benefits to working data entry as well. You will not have a large investment to get started. No website is required. You won't have a lot of business expenses. You can work the hours that you want and still have time to spend with your family. And the income potential is unlimited. Data Entry is great for anyone wanting to stay home with their children and still be able to contribute to their family's income.

Hilarious Emails and Pictures

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:01:14 -0600

Sharing funny emails is a joy shared by many internet surfers. They enjoy sending hilarious jokes to brighten someones day. Sending a fried a funny joke or story can give them a smile or even a laugh. I receive hilarious emails daily from my friends and family and I love to post the best ones and share them with the world. This is second lens in my Hilarious Email collection. So, here they are... A whole new set of funny joke emails that will have you rolling with laughter. I hope you enjoy them! Be sure to vote for your favorite in the poll towards the end of this page.

Earn Cash in your Spare Time with Paid Online Surveys

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:07:33 -0600

A great way to earn extra cash in your spare time is through Paid Online Surveys. Surveys are a form of work from home data entry, and there are many companies that will pay you for simply filling out short forms based on your thoughts and opinions. These companies use these surveys to perform marketing research and they will pay you for your services. Paid survey work offers many programs including focus groups, mystery shopping, product testing, and more. There are even companies that will pay you watch movies or play golf! You may not become rich by working paid surveys, but it is a fun and easy way to earn a steady stream of extra cash.

Legitimate Data Entry Part 2: Program Descriptions

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:17:53 -0600

When you are searching for a work from home data entry package, it's important that you find a legitimate package that offers multiple programs and training. Not only will you get the best package where cost is concerned, but this will allow you to get started quickly and easily, and also give you the ability to produce multiple streams of income. One such data entry package is Online Data Entry Jobs offered by Laura Kauth. This package offers an exceptional number of data entry programs complete with detailed information and extensive training. One of the biggest benefits of becoming a member is the ability to pick and choose the programs that will work for you. Online Data Entry Jobs is one of the best data entry packages available on the internet today and ordering this package will allow you to start your own data entry business from home. I have been a member with Online Data Entry Jobs for over a year and I have been more than satisfied with the programs and training I have received. With this data entry package, I have been able to start my own home based business and earn a full time income using the tools and resources that Laura Kauth provides. Online Data Entry Jobs is a legitimate data entry opportunity that anyone can use to earn a living from home. This package is available for a one time fee and you are never required to spend any additional money, so it is a very inexpensive way to start your own business. I encourage anyone wanting to work from home to check into this incredible opportunity. What's Here This lens offers a detailed description for each of the data entry programs included in the Online Data Entry Jobs package. All of these programs are included when you become a member and you are also provided with the detailed training and resources you will need to succeed. Note: This lens is Part Two in my work from home data entry series - a detailed review of Laura Kauth's Online Data Entry Jobs package. If you would prefer to begin with Part One, which gives more information on the package, please visit Legitimate Data Entry ~ Work From Home.

How to Stand Out as a Virtual Job Applicant

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:25:18 -0600

The number of people working from home in virtual offices is growing by leaps and bounds. Companies such as LiveOps, West at Home, Blue Jet, and many others are willing to hire individuals to work from home answering or placing company related phone calls. There are many areas in virtual work including customer service, telemarketing, data entry, reservation/appointment setters, and many others. Working as a virtual call center agent offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and many other benefits as well. The demand for virtual work is high, but the response is growing at an incredible rate as well. If you are interested in this type of work, you might be wandering how your application will stand out from the hundreds of others that are applying for the same type of jobs. This lens will tell you what slils and tools you will need, how to get through the application process with ease, and what steps to take to make your application and interview shine above the rest.

Work From Home Data Entry Explained

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:15:54 -0600

In the last few years, work from home data entry has fast become the #1 work from home opportunity available on the internet, but what is it exactly? How does it work? Is it legitimate? This lens is dedicated to answering these questions and more.

Red Hot Romance

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:32:03 -0600

Don't you just love romance? What are the best romantic movies? Books? Places? Here are some suggestions, but you get to vote them up or down!

The Midnighters Trilogy by Scott Westerfeld

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:07:52 -0600

What would you do with an extra hour everyday? Would you use the time to study for a big Math test? To get more sleep? Or would you use that extra hour to save the world from a horde of nightmarish creatures threatening to devour the human race? For five teenagers in Bixby, Oklahoma, 12 am is a wonderous time. At the stroke of midnight, the world stops for one magical hour. Cars barreling down the road suddenly halt in their tracks. Rain falling from the sky freezes in midair to sparkle like diamonds. And people cease to move, becoming stiff and hard as mannequins. Everyone becomes frozen in time. Everyone, that is, except the Midnighters. Rex, Melissa, Dess, Jonathan, and Jessica are special. They are Midnighters, free to move around in the secret hour. But they are not alone... Out in the desert scrubland and salt flats of Oklahoma, ancient and powerful creatures exist. Nightmarish monsters that crave human flesh.

The Darwin Awards and Idiot Sightings

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:20:10 -0600

We've all seen them, or at least heard of them. People who just don't seem to have a clue... Individuals that just can't ever seem to get it right... Idiots that make you wander if they even deserve a spot in the gene pool... What can you do? There doesn't seem to be much of anything we can do for these people, but all is not lost! At least we can be entertained by the hilarious antics of these hapless individuals. Just sit back and relax, read the stories of all the less than intelligent people included on this page, and be happy (or hope to God) that they are not related to you!

Laura Kauth's Online Data Entry Jobs - A Work From Home Review

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:03:55 -0600

Online data entry is an excellent way to make money from home and there are many companies willing to pay you for your services. Data entry work is easy to do and usually does not require a lot of experience. I have been a data entry operator for over a year now and I have done extensive research on work from home data entry programs online and have found the best opportunity available. It is Online Data Entry Jobs owned by Laura Kauth. This package offers you eight different data entry programs to use to earn money doing simple typing work from home. This lens will give you a brief introduction into this unique opportunity.

Legitimate Data Entry Series - Introduction to Online Data Entry Jobs

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:12:34 -0600

If you are looking to work from home, but are not quite sure how to get started, you might consider work-from-home data entry. This type of work at home opportunity allows you work for yourself and earn a generous income. Work from home data entry offers many different programs that you can use in your home business to generate multiple streams of income.

7th Heaven Video Showcase

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:22:25 -0600

Since the show began in 1996, 7th Heaven has been one of my favorite television programs of all time. Through the seasons, we have watched Matt, Mary, Lucy, Simon, Ruthie, Sam, and David grow up under the careful guidance of their parents, Eric and Annie Camden. After 11 seasons, the show has been retired and it has made me terribly sad to see it go. I will miss the quirky and heat-warming antics of the Camden clan. Luckily, the reruns for this wonderful series are aired on the ABC Family channel, but we will never again see new episodes starring the Camden family. This lens is my tribute to the 7th Heaven series that I so dearly love. You'll find videos, quotes, cast members, links on more on 7th Heaven.

Pumpkins!

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:49:13 -0600

Pumpkins are very popular during the fall season, especially for Halloween and Thanksgiving. They have so many uses. You can plant, grow, and cook pumpkins. They can also be used for decorations, or to create beautiful, albeit temporary, works of art. Pumpkins are even chunked in competitions. My two favorite reasons to love pumpkins? Jack o lanterns and pumpkin pie! What do you love about pumpkins?

Free Internet Marketing Tools

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:00:16 -0600

It is entirely possible to build up your internet business with free resources. Of course there will be some costs associated with running a business from home, just as with any business, but you don't have to spend a fortune to market on the web. This lens will give you totally free, but powerful resources that will help build your online business. Some of these resources may have upgrade options or one time offers associated with them, but those options are entirely up to you. I have personally used every resource on this lens, and they have all helped me tremendously to build my own online business. I have also included articles, and links to other great articles, that will teach you multiple ways to promote your business for free. I hope that this information will be useful to you.

Author Stephen King

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:16:55 -0600

Stephen King has been named by many as the Master of Horror. His dark mind has created many a world that has brought our darkest fears into reality, so to speak. I dare to say that his books have probably contributed to many, many nightmares as well. A Stephen King novel grabs you and doesn't let go until the terrifying finish. His books will take you to places that you have only dreamed about in your worst nightmares. If you have not yet experienced the grip of a Stephen King novel, you don't know what you're missing.

Discover Anita Blake - Vampire Hunter

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:32:23 -0600

Anita Blake is a tough as nails vampire slayer and an animator. She is short, petite, and can damn well take care of herself. She gets into more than her fair share of danger in her line of work. Anita is also a licensed vampire execution and a federal marshal. She has a badge, a gun (sometimes several), and she can take on centuries old vampires without blinking an eye. Sound like an interesting woman? You bet! Anita is the main character in the Anita Blake series written by Laurell K Hamilton. This fast paced and charming story is something you don't want to miss. If you have not yet discovered the Anita Blake series, be sure to read on to find out more about Anita and her cast of characters in this incredible set of novels.

The Best Tweets about Seth Godin on Twitter

Sat, 30 May 2009 10:00:58 -0600

Seth Godin is a internet hero to many people. He is he father of Squidoo, an internet marketing master, and his wisdom has helped many become successful online. Seth Godin has written many books and blogs to offer his advice and he is a wonderful example to marketers everywhere. Seth has become so popular that many Twitter users tweet about him and his fabulous works. Read along with the tweets listed here and add your own to the list.

Steps To Finding a Legitimate Home Based Business

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:21:16 -0600

There are so many websites offering home based business opportunities and work from home programs, it's hard to know where to begin. How do you choose the right program for you? How do you protect yourself from getting scammed? After much thought on this subject, I have come up with a seven step screening process that I use when searching for a business opportunity. I have listed these steps in detail below. I have also listed a few highly recommended e-books that are devoted to getting you started earning a substantial income on the net. I use the techniques I have learned from these manuals everyday in my internet business. You will also find a few select work at home opportunities that I have personally used and that have produced results. These programs have allowed me to work from home and bring in additional income for my family.

What do you think about the erotic changes to the Anita Blake series?

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:46:49 -0600

I have been a fan of the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series by Laurell K Hamilton ever since I borrowed the first book in the series from my cousin a few years ago. I immediately fell in love with the world Mrs. Hamilton has created. I now own and have since read every book in the set at least three times. I absolutely love the storyline. If you enjoy stories with vampires, werewolves, magic, and anything supernatural, I highly recommend The Anita Blake series. The has been a lot of fan outrage since the ninth book of the series came out and this lens is designed for everyone to discuss what they do and don't like about the erotic additions to the Anita Blake series.

Author Anne Rice

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:59:47 -0600

From the Vampire Chronicles to the Lives of the Mayfair Witches, this incredible author has taken the horror fiction genre by storm. Her novels have earned her the title of one of the most read authors ever. Anne Rice is one of my favorite authors and this lens is my tribute. You will find details regarding Anne Rice and her complete collection of novels.

Legitimate Data Entry Part 3: Frequently Asked Questions

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:36:09 -0600

Online Data Entry Jobs is a data entry package designed by Laura Kauth that allows anyone to work from home and earn a generous living. It includes eight data entry programs, complete step-by-step tutorials, tools and software to help you succeed, and important business information you will need to manage your home business. Everything you could need is provided for you and this package will enable to your to start your own data entry business from the comfort of you home. As a member of Online Data Entry Jobs, I love to share my experiences and recommend this opportunity to others. With this package, I have been able to generate a substantial income for my family working the data entry programs offered by Laura Kauth. I have been using the Online Data Entry Jobs package for several months now and I am confident in my claim that this is a legitimate way to make money from home.

Book Reviews ~ Crystal's Favorite Authors and Novels

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:29:57 -0600

Reading is one of my favorite past times. I have been an avid reader for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I have amassed a large collection of my favorite authors and novels in my own personal library. These have become my treasure that I will never part with. When I start a novel that interests me, I can sit for hours discovering a new world and the characters that have seemingly been created just for me. I love immersing myself in a storyline that can capture my complete attention. I can also spend hours browsing the library of the book store shelves looking for new authors to read. My favorite genre is horror fiction. Authors such as Stephen King, Dean Koontz, John Saul, Bentley Little, and others have taken me to places I only imagined in my worst nightmares, but I have enjoyed every moment of the ride. This lens is my collection of book reviews for my favorite author and novel lenses that I have created so far. You'll find links to each of my reviews and discover why these authors and books are my favorites. I hope that you enjoy my collection and let me know what you think by taking the poll, participating in the duel, and signing the guest book that I have included.

Working From Home: How To Set Up Your Home Office and Get Organized

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:11:20 -0600

So, you've decided to work from home. Congratulations! Operating a home based business can be a wonderfully rewarding experience. It is important to note that an organized business will be more successful and productive. Here are some tips to help you get organized, no matter what business you are starting.

How I got started in Work from Home Data Entry

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:15:18 -0600

Since I discovered Work From Home Data Entry, I have been sharing this opportunity with everyone that I know. About a year ago, I had all but given up on finding a legitimate work from home package. I had been burned so many times by packages that promised they would make me money, only to discover they were not what they claimed to be. After so many times of this happening, I was very skeptical of any and all programs available online. But as a stay at home mom, the idea of working from home and contributing to my family's income was still very appealing to me.

That's Some Funny Shirt

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 10:01:14 -0600

T-Shirts with funny or humorous slogans are a great way to express yourself. Two of my favorite shirts each have a slogan that I enjoy. One says, "Gone to my happy place and you're not invited." And the other? It says, "Doesn't play well with others." I usually wear these on days when I just don't want to be bothered. What does your t-shirt say about you? It's always fun to read something on someone else's shirt as well. Here are some of the funniest t-shirts available on the web!

Author Kelley Armstrong

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:56:15 -0600

Kelley Armstrong published her first novel in 2001 and has since created an entire series in the genre of paranormal suspense. Her works include the Women of the Otherworld series, and her new crime drama novels, the Nadia Stafford series. She is a fabulous author similar to the works of Laurell K Hamilton, but she has her own unique take on the paranormal. Also, while labeled as erotic content, Kelley's works are a far cry from the romantic scenes in Laurell K Hamilton's Anita Blake and Merry Gentry novels. Kelley Armstrong's books are a fresh change of pace from the norm. I invite you to read on and learn more about this amazing author.

Crystal Booth's Squidoo Lensography

Fri, 01 May 2009 16:28:43 -0600

I discovered Squidoo through a forum link and became an instant addict. Creating lenses has become my new hobby! I absolutely love it! What a great way to make money and connect with other people. Since joining Squidoo, I have been honored to become a Giant Squid and have been selected to serve as a Squid Angel twice. What a wonderful community! I am 31 years old and have been married for 13 wonderful years to my best friend in the whole world. My husband, Stacy, and I have 3 beautiful children - 2 boys and a girl. I am a stay at home mom, a freelance writer, and an internet marketer. I enjoy reading, writing articles and reviews, and spending time with my family. My favorite color is purple. I love pizza! I can usually be found reading in my favorite chair or surfing the net. I have lived in Oklahoma all my life. I have been marketing online for several years and have done rather well. I love sharing the information I have learned with others. Learn more about me on my MySpace blog.

Squidoo Community Badges and Titles

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:06:34 -0600

If you have spent any time at all on Squidoo, you may have noticed the badges and titles displayed on some lenses. These are honors that have been awarded to Squidoo lensmasters for various achievements they have reached or for services they have done within the Squidoo community, but you may still be wondering, what do these badges mean. This lens will give you an inside look at the awards and honors offered on Squidoo and explain what all the fuss is about!

Top 10 Reasons to Become an Affiliate Marketer

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:48:33 -0600

Affiliate marketing is a excellent way to make money online. The earning potential is great and there is not a lot of hassle of dealing with your own products. Rosalind Gardner is an expert on affiliate marketing, and one that I greatly admire. I have learned so much from her experiences and I highly recommend her Super Affiliate Handbook to anyone wanting to get started in affiliate marketing. On this lens, you'll find the top 10 reasons to become and affiliate marketer, information on the Super Affiliate Handbook and several must have resources (all free!) that you need in order to get started in affiliate marketing.

Twas The Night Before Christmas - A Holiday Tribute For Our American Soldiers

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:25:20 -0600

Many of our military troops will not be home with their families for the holidays this year. Our soldiers deserve to be in our thoughts and prayers this Christmas season. They fight for our freedom and we owe them so much. I received a tribute to our US troops in my email in the form of a poem. This poem is a modified version of "Twas the Night Before Christmas." It is a heart-wrenching story of Santa coming down a chimney to visit a US soldier. I was very moved by it. Along with the poem came a request to share this tribute with everyone we know so that we may all be thinking of our American soldiers this holiday season. My way of spreading this tribute was to create this lens so that I could hopefully share this message with all of my fellow Americans. Thanks to a fellow Squidoo member, I have been able to confirm that this poem was written by Lance Corporal James M. Schmidt in 1987 and that the actual title was "A Soldier's Silent Night." I hope that you enjoy this holiday tribute as much as I do.

Taylor Swift: Teardrops on My Guitar Lyrics

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:38:18 -0600

Artist: Taylor Swift Songwriter: Taylor Swift, Liz Rose Genre: Country Album: Taylor Swift Label: Big Machine Released: 2007 Teardrops on My Guitar Teardrops on my Guitar Drew looks at me, I fake a smile so he won't see That I want and I'm needing everything that we should be I'll bet she's beautiful, that girl he talks about And she's got everything that I have to live without Drew talks to me, I laugh cause it's just so funny That I can't even see anyone when he's with me He says he's so in love, he's finally got it right, I wonder if he knows he's all I think about at night [Chorus:] He's the reason for the teardrops on my guitar The only thing that keeps me wishing on a wishing star He's the song in the car I keep singing, don't know why I do Drew walks by me, can he tell that I can't breathe? And there he goes, so perfectly, The kind of flawless I wish I could be She'd better hold him tight, give him all her love Look in those beautiful eyes and know she's lucky cause [Repeat Chorus] He's the reason for the teardrops on my guitar The only thing that keeps me wishing on a wishing star He's the song in the car I keep singing, don't know why I do Drew walks by me, can he tell that I can't breathe? And there he goes, so perfectly, The kind of flawless I wish I could be She'd better hold him tight, give him all her love Look in those beautiful eyes and know she's lucky cause So I drive home alone, as I turn out the light I'll put his picture down and maybe Get some sleep tonight He's the reason for the teardrops on my guitar The only one who's got enough of me to break my heart He's the song in the car I keep singing, don't know why I do He's the time taken up, but there's never enough And he's all that I need to fall into.. Drew looks at me, I fake a smile so he won't see

Heads Up for Parents: Effective Treatment for Head Lice

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:44:05 -0600

If you have school age children, you have probably had to deal with head lice at least once. If not, consider yourself lucky. Head lice are pesky little bugs that like to infest human hair. They feed by drinking blood from the scalp. They also lay eggs at an astounding rate. A female louse can lay up to 100 eggs, called nits, over a 6 day period. Don't worry. While lice are a nuisance, they rarely cause harm.

Hollie Mann's Honest Riches Reviewed

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:27:06 -0600

Many people have the desire to work from home. Some wish to supplement their current income, while others are tired of the rat race and want to quit their jobs and work for themselves. The problem most individuals have is they have no idea how to start making money from the internet. While there is no universal guidebook for working online, there are experienced marketers willing to share the secrets to their success. Hollie Mann is one of those generous experts.

My Work From Home Experience

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:19:39 -0600

Working from home has been a dream of mine since I first got married and started having kids. I wanted to be able to stay home with my children and still be able to contribute to my family's income. I tried several different packages and programs, only to be scammed and left with nothing in return. I had all but given up on the idea of working from home. I recently decided to give it another go last year, and I'm very glad that I did. I finally found the right program for me and I have been working from home in my own home based business for over a year now. Not only have I been able to stay home with my children, but I am earning a very good income online. My husband was a little leery at first, but is very supportive of my efforts. Now, to his surprise, I am doing very well and encourages me everyday. We are both so happy because money isn't as tight as it used to be. My advice to anyone wanting to work from home, is to keep looking. There are legitimate packages out there. You just have to be diligent, smart, and savvy. You will find the right opportunity for you and your family. I have written several articles on working from home and published them here on Squidoo. This lens lists all of my work from home and home based business tips that I have written based on my experiences. It is my hope that you will find this information helpful and informative.

Resource Guide for Internet Marketing and Affiliate Promotion

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:15:57 -0600

If you have ever tried your hand at marketing online, you know that it is not easy. It requires a lot of time and effort. Advertising and promotion are major requirements if you expect to earn any money online, but how do you do it successfully and turn a profit? Internet and affiliate marketing can be very difficult, especially if you are just getting started. Getting surfers to take notice of your product or service can be an excruciating process. Even experienced marketers may have a hard time getting the traffic and sales they need to make a decent income. There is a lot of competition on the internet. How do you stand out in the crowd? If you are new to internet marketing, you may feel overwhelmed. Where do you start? If you have begun your marketing endeavors already, you may be wondering why you are not seeing results from your efforts. How do you get a leg up in the vast realms of the internet? What's Here On this lens, you will find marketing courses, e-books, and reports that will teach you the proper techniques for marketing on the web, as well as tools and software that will be useful in increasing your promotional capabilities. A lot of these resources are free, and will greatly impact your marketing success. The resources included here will help anyone who is interested in learning the strategies to online marketing. This information will be helpful to you whether you are an affiliate or promoting your own products. This is a lengthy article with lots of information for you to review. I am going to suggest you bookmark this page so that you can come back to it if necessary.

Diary of A Squidoo Lensmaster

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:47:23 -0600

I originally found Squidoo as I was starting my freelance writing career. I found it to be a wonderful place to post articles and get my content found. I have learned a lot from my Squidooing experience and have decided to create a blog where I can write all about the benefits of Squidoo.

Crystal Booth's Plexography

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:51:23 -0600

I am a women with many roles - wife, mother of 3, and homemaker included. I am also an avid reader of fiction novels, an internet marketer, a home based business owner, a blog host and a Squidoo lensmaster. This plexography is my collection of Squidoo lenses and groups as well as a few other links worth noting. Feel free to scroll down and see if there is anything here that you might be interested in.

Reaper Video Showcase

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:18:05 -0600

Reaper is a hilarious new supernatural comedy/drama on the CW about a guy named Sam Oliver. Sam is a college drop out working at The Work Bench (think Home Depot) with several of his friends from high school. He has no real goals or dreams. He floats through life with no direction or motivation, but he is about to get real motivated - by the devil.

Sony Reader: The Best Digital Book Ever

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:19:59 -0600

Watching Star Trek as a kid, I envied the hand held digital books they were able to use, but now that technology exists today for us to enjoy. You can now get all your favorite books. and discover new ones, in ebook form with the new Sony Reader. The Sony reader is a hand held digital book that you can take with you wherever you go. It's about the size of a paperback novel and can carry an entire library of books. With additional memory cards, you can take hundreds of novels with you on vacation, to work, or for those few spare minutes you can grab during the day. The Sony Reader is the best digital book on the market and it is #1 on my Christmas list this year. Is it on yours?

What I've learned About Marketing On The Web

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:48:37 -0600

Affiliate marketing is a great way to make money online. You don't have to have your own website and you don't have the stress and expense of coming up with your own products to sale. I have been marketing online for a while now and have done rather well promoting other peoples products. I have learned that an honest review of a product will bring a potential customer closer to purchasing the product. It is has been fun building up my income every month and I continue to learn new marketing techniques everyday.

Favorite Authors and Novels Headquarters

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:01:42 -0600

Reading is a favorite past time for many people. Book lovers share a passion for great books and devotion to our favorite writers. We also like to share our passion with others. This book group is designed for book lovers on Squidoo to showcase lenses about our Favorite Authors and Novels. Do you have a favorite writer or book you'd like to share? Post your lens in the guest book and if I think it's a great book or author lens, I'll feature it on this page. Visitors to this group are also welcome to browse the lenses listed here to find new books and authors to add to their own personal library. Enjoy!

Discover The Women Of The Otherworld

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:55:21 -0600

Imagine a world where supernaturals humans are just trying to survive and fit in with the human world. Werewolves, witches, sorcerors, and vampires mixing in with the general population.

Author Laurell K Hamilton

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:52:51 -0600

Laurell K Hamilton's novels are incredible fantasies of mixed genre. Her work encompasses horror, science fiction, crime drama, and romance. Laurell writes modern day alternate reality stories in worlds that are so incredibly believable. Her characters will make you laugh, cheer, and cry and they will completely steal your heart. From her Anita Blake series, to the Merry Gentry novels, to her other works and anthologies, Laurell K Hamilton is a truly unique and talented writer.