Microlending To Fight Poverty Lets Everyone Be Part Of Solution

Today is Blog Action Day, and this year’s theme is Poverty. Bloggers around the world are coming together on this day to discuss world poverty, hoping that by focusing attention on the problem, en masse, we can be a part of making a difference. So often, we as individuals feel as though there is nothing we can really do to create an impact on such a huge issue. But just as technology has helped... read more

The Essence of You

I have two questions for you this holiday/end-of-year season. But before I get to the questions, I wanted to tell you about a special little boy I know. His name is Cody. Ten or twelve years ago, he was born premature and with many physical/mental challenges. They said he wouldn’t live more than a month. Well, little miracle that he is, he proved them wrong. Sure, he has problems, but... read more

Happy Thanksgiving from DazzlinDonna

Taking a break for a few days. Everyone... read more

Tool Every Blogger Needs

I was going to post something a little more serious today, but changed my mind when I saw this blogger’s “motivation tool”. I’ll save the serious stuff for tomorrow, but today, especially since it’s Friday, I wanted you to lighten up a bit. Click on the thumbnail pic or click here to check out the new must-have blogging tool. Be sure to read the six steps below the picture... read more

Solar Power for Blog Action Day

Today is Blog Action Day and bloggers from across the globe are blogging about environmental issues. The posts can be about absolutely anything related to the environment, so I’m focusing my efforts today on discussing solar energy. I am by no means an expert in either green living or solar energy, but I’ve been fascinated with the idea of utilizing solar energy for decades now. ... read more

Enjoy The Perks of Being Your Own Boss

If you’re serious about your work, you may find yourself forgetting to enjoy the perks of working from home. I know I sometimes forget to take some extended time off for play. I take lots of small breaks every day – lots more than I would at one of those j-o-b-s I used to work at. But I rarely take hours off at a time during the day. Once in a while though, we all need to remember that... read more

My Anniversary

Today is my anniversary, so I’ll be taking the day off from thinking too much. To help me celebrate, why don’t you do something nice for someone today? Make it out of the ordinary and unexpected. Even something as simple as a note saying Thanks, or Good Job would be fine. Just a little token can make someone’s day. And don’t forget to have a great day... read more

Abstract Emotions Meme

Confessions of a Housewife has started a new meme that is fun and a little bit different. Ms. Confessions describes this meme in this way: Your assignment is to find a picture that abstractly expresses how you feel. What I mean by abstractly is a picture of something, a drawing, a image, that does not have you or another person in it. I don’t want to see pictures of a smiling face to show happy... read more

Using Humorous Widgets to Make a Point

Are you looking for a way to spice up your site or blog while using cool technology? A widget is probably the answer. There are thousands of widgets available out there, and I plan to point a few out that are particularly noteworthy in future posts. Today’s noteworthy widget is a really funny gizmo that lets you create a JibJab-style talking head out of any photo you have (person or animal). ... read more

Favorite 10 Free Stock Photo Download Sites

Search for Stock Photos: Need a free stock photo? Free … meaning you don’t have to pay anyone cold, hard cash for its use? Look no further. I’ve compiled my top 10 list of favorite stock photo sites that don’t cost you anything. Make sure you read any terms of usage, however, as you may need to attribute its source via a link or mention. EveryStockPhoto... read more