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I'm probably about 5 years too late to the blog party. Usually, I'm one of the first people to try out the cool new technology or the latest killer web app. Not this time. I was beaten to the blog...
View Article2012 Oscars: Academy Award Opinions & Predictions
The 84th Academy Awards are set for this Sunday night, February 26 and to me, it's like a 2nd Super Bowl (alright, maybe not quite on that level - and certainly incomparable of late). No matter - the...
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Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey tells the story of Kevin Clash, the man and the voice behind Elmo, one of the most beloved Muppets of all time. Most people who know me know that I'm a huge Muppet...
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Office Desk Dilemma
Several years ago when I was working in the modular home industry, we converted our family room into an office. We pulled up the carpet, installed laminate, added a door and bought a large desk unit....
View ArticleBaseball Cards: Collecting With Your Kids
Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m 39 and I still collect baseball cards. Go ahead and chuckle to yourself. I’ll wait. Ok, let me explain. Ever since I was a kid I collected sports cards. It started with...
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How to Clean Grout in Tile Floors
After nearly ten years in our home and much foot traffic, the light color grout in our tile floor has turned to a noticeably darker color. It was time to address this problem – and I knew it wasn’t...
View ArticleA Night At The Theater: Guys And Dolls
My son is 8 years old. Lately I've been trying to introduce him to the arts a little more. Now, I know that an 8 year old isn't going to "get" everything but that's okay. I just think it's important to...
View ArticleTech Tips: Make Your Samsung TV Wireless - For Less
One of the reasons I wanted to start a blog was so that I could share the how-to tips & tricks that I find so that others may benefit from my experience. I love that about the web - the sharing of...
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Art Work From An Eight Year Old: Gadgets
My son decided to draw some of his favorite gadgets the other day. Then he asked me to put them on my blog. So, why not? Here are five simple sketches of some popular gadgets, all drawn by my 8...
View ArticleAn Easy Way To Save On Gas Prices
I'm sure this hint has probably been circulated around the web dozens, if not hundreds of times by now but it bears repeating. Gas prices are averaging over $4.00/gallon in several areas once again and...
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Windows Homegroup: A Blessing & A Curse
Here's another post that I'm hoping helps others solve a problem I had been wrestling with for hours.With several Windows 7 computers in the house I wanted to be able to share files over my network...
View ArticleDraw Something's Three Major Flaws
The latest app addiction to hit mobile devices is OMGPOP's Draw Something. Pictionary meets Hang Man in this game of not-so-quick draw between you and your opponent partner. The game became such a...
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Kentucky Derby 2012 - Picks & Analysis
I'm a big horse racing fan - been so for a long time. I'm only an average horse player but when it comes to the Kentucky Derby I've done pretty well. I've picked and wagered on three of the last five...
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Roll Back From iTunes 11
It used to be that if Apple rolled out an update for one of its products, I simply clicked the update button and assumed everything would be all puppy dogs and ice cream. That all changed after I...
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2013 Academy Awards - Who Will Win?
The 2013 Academy Awards are just a few days away. It has become a ritual which I started over 20 years ago, where I pull up a comfy piece of sofa, grab a tasty beverage and watch - hoping that the...
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iOS 7 Battery Life Problems? Portable Power Might Be Your Answer
If you're experiencing a reduction in battery life since updating to iOS 7, you're definitely not alone. Many users have listed poor battery life as one of the major complaints about the new...
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Life Noted: An App to Organize Your Life
Ever since Apple’s iOS 7 update changed the look and feel of their built-in calendar app, I have been searching for a replacement. In a stroke of genius timing, Exaclair, Inc. recently reached out to...
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Chamberlain MyQ Garage & HD930EV Belt Drive Garage Door Opener
Disclosure: No compensation was received for this post. I was provided with a complimentary MyQ Garage Controller and a complimentary HD930EV Garage Door Opener courtesy of Chamberlain for the purpose...
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102 Ways To Save For & At Walt Disney World: A Book Review
Disclosure: No compensation was received for this post. I was provided with a complimentary digital copy of 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World by Lou Mongello for the purpose of this...
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See How To Train Your Dragon 2 In IMAX
Looking for an action-packed weekend of fun for the whole family? Head to your local IMAX® Theater for the premiere of How to Train Your Dragon 2!Starting this Friday, June 13th, the second chapter of...
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