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  • I Survived The 2012 Polar Bear Plunge And Why I’ll Plunge Again
    I Survived The 2012 Polar Bear Plunge And Why I’ll Plunge Again

    I was actually pretty calm on the morning of the Plunge. The drive to Seaside was uneventful. For those of you that have never been here and want to come watch the Plunge next year, (or look for the cast of Jersey Shore, if you’re into that sort of craptastic circus show), these are the [...]

  • My Daily Routine Has it’s Challenges. How About Yours?
    My Daily Routine Has it’s Challenges. How About Yours?

    Recently Team Noesis members were asked to share a brief description of a typical day – challenges, high points, etc. I summarized a typical weekday morning in this short four minute video. I’d love to hear your thoughts, and what challenges you face as a part of your daily routine. I did receive a gift [...]

  • REVIEW – My Two Minute Tour Of The Chevrolet Equinox AWD Crossover SUV – With Video
    REVIEW – My Two Minute Tour Of The Chevrolet Equinox AWD Crossover SUV – With Video

    That was my two minute video tour of the Chevrolet Equinox AWD Crossover SUV. A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the She Streams Conference in New York City. The conference was great – I had fun, learned a lot and met some great people. My SheStreams fun actually [...]

REVIEWS

REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY – Chicken Soup for The Soul: Stay-At-Home Moms

REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY – Chicken Soup for The Soul: Stay-At-Home Moms

| Sat 05-19-12 | 38 Comments

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Stay-at-Home Moms Paperback: 416 pages Publisher: Chicken Soup for the Soul; Original edition (March 20, 2012) Language: English ISBN-10: 1935096826 ISBN-13: 978-1935096825 ABOUT CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL: STAY-AT-HOME MOMS 101 Inspirational Stories for Mothers about Hard Work and Happy Families With stories by famous moms, including Jane Green, Melora [...]

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National Bike Month At Walmart – With $25 GC Giveaway

National Bike Month At Walmart – With $25 GC Giveaway

| Tue 05-08-12 | 210 Comments

Did you know that tomorrow is the first-ever National Bike to School Day? I didn’t, prior to yesterday. My oldest son’s school is far too far to ride a bike to, and has major roads along the way. If we lived closer, or in a different type of area, I’d have no problem with him [...]

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REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY – Chicken Soup For The Soul: The Magic Of Mothers & Daughters

REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY – Chicken Soup For The Soul: The Magic Of Mothers & Daughters

| Sun 05-06-12

Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Magic of Mothers & Daughters: 101 Inspirational and Entertaining Stories about That Special Bond Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: Chicken Soup for the Soul; Original edition (March 13, 2012) Language: English ISBN-10: 1935096818 ISBN-13: 978-1935096818 Cover price: $14.95 ABOUT CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL: THE MAGIC OF MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS [...]

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ME AND MINE

Wordless Wednesday – Bio Shower

Wordless Wednesday – Bio Shower

| Wed 05-23-12 | 8 Comments

So I’m taking a summer college course in Principles Of Biology. We were covering lab safety and he pointed out the eye wash station. It’s part of a shower that’s in the room. he said if we spilled something on ourselves we’d need to take a shower before leaving the room. I’m such a klutz, [...]

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Today’s Smile Has been Brought To You By

Today’s Smile Has been Brought To You By

| Sun 05-20-12 | 7 Comments

the letter A and the number 4. My average for the spring semester at college was a 4.0!

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Wordless Wednesday – Tattoo Two

Wordless Wednesday – Tattoo Two

| Wed 05-16-12 | 22 Comments

A couple of days ago I got the second tattoo I had wanted. This one is for my oldest son. We all love music in this house, especially him. And like music notes developing into a song, he is developing into his own person. Like music notes in a song and forming a great masterpiece, [...]

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OBESITY AND HEALTH

A Big Announcement  – My Lap Band Update Plus Before And After Pics

A Big Announcement – My Lap Band Update Plus Before And After Pics

| Sun 01-30-11 | 42 Comments

For those of you that don’t know, I had Lap Band surgery in April 2009. I was 374 pounds on the morning of surgery. I set goals along the way but all along my working goal was to get down to 200 pounds. My ultimate goal was to get down to 174 pounds. Some of [...]

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16, 154 And 219 – 17 Month Lap Band Update

16, 154 And 219 – 17 Month Lap Band Update

| Mon 09-27-10 | 8 Comments

I went to the surgeon’s office for a fill today. My last fill was in June. No Doctor Hottie today but I’m fortunate in that they all have fabulous personalities. So the doctor checked the band and gave me a small fill. He then confirmed how much weight I’ve lost. Yes folks, it’s official. I’VE [...]

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Goodbye Morbid Obesity!

Goodbye Morbid Obesity!

| Wed 06-02-10 | 8 Comments

I’ve just come from the land of hot. (Dr Hottie is what I call him.) I lost 18 pounds in the last six weeks, bringing me down to 244. I am no longer morbidly obese! I am so excited!

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OTHER RECENT POSTS

The Woman Who Changed Her Brain

The Woman Who Changed Her Brain

| Mon 05-21-12 | 1 Comment

This is not the type of book I would typically review. I had no idea it was coming when it arrived at my house a few days ago. Here’s some info on this book from the release that accompanied it, in case it’s the type of book that you find useful. The Woman Who Changed [...]

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Screen It Sunday

Screen It Sunday

| Sun 05-20-12 | 1 Comment

I’m frequently sent information on upcoming television, DVD/Blu-ray and movie news. I’ll be compiling and sharing the best and most interesting news with you here each week. ABC’s TV on DVD This Fall: REVENGE, ONCE UPON A TIME, CASTLE, GREY’S ANATOMY, PRIVATE PRACTICE, BODY OF PROOF, ARMY WIVES BURBANK, Calif. – May 4, 2012 – [...]

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This Weeks Winners On Mom Knows It All

This Weeks Winners On Mom Knows It All

| Sat 05-19-12 | 3 Comments

To select the winner of these giveaways I used the “And The Winner Is” plugin. I did confirm each winner randomly selected by the plugin was eligible. Marvel’s The Avengers prize pack winner – Sandy VanH ProFlowers GC winner – Debbie Chicken Soup For The Soul: Family Caregivers winners – Marci, Angela Chicken Soup For [...]

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Freebie Friday

Freebie Friday

| Fri 05-18-12 | 2 Comments

Do you have lots of digikits that you got from other sites, and want to be able to use them in your MyMemories Suite software? This video tutorial shows you how you can import outside content into your MyMemories Suite software. TIP: It is really easy to take outside content and add it to your [...]

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Hot Deal On 32gb SanDisk SDHC Flash Memory Card

Hot Deal On 32gb SanDisk SDHC Flash Memory Card

| Tue 05-15-12 | 1 Comment

This memory card usually sells for almost $150, Amazon is currently selling it for under $35! SanDisk Extreme 32GB 45MB/s SDHC Flash Memory Card Get more from your DSLR or HD camcorder with the SanDisk Extreme SDHC UHS-I 32 GB Memory Card. This card is an ideal choice for photo enthusiasts, pro photographers, or anyone [...]

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Have A Brave And Happy Mother’s Day!

Have A Brave And Happy Mother’s Day!

| Sun 05-13-12 | 2 Comments

Love the message here! I am so looking forward to seeing this movie! Happy Mother’s Day! ABOUT BRAVE Since ancient times, stories of epic battles and mystical legends have been passed through the generations across the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. From Disney and Pixar, a new tale joins the lore when the courageous [...]

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Screen It Sunday

Screen It Sunday

| Sun 05-13-12 | 0 Comments

I’m frequently sent information on upcoming television, DVD/Blu-ray and movie news. I’ll be compiling and sharing the best and most interesting news with you here each week. DreamWorks Pictures’ PEOPLE LIKE US – New Featurette Now Available! From DreamWorks Pictures comes “People Like Us,” a drama/comedy about family, inspired by true events, starring Chris Pine [...]

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