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1. Mojitos - The Perfect Rum Drink

I didn't discover mojito's until a few years ago, and I cannot believe it took me that long to find this incredible drink. I have long been a fan of rum over all other spirits, and this tropical delight fits so well into my beverage repertoire, that it's like it was invented just for ...
Food & Cooking - Sat, 19 May 2012 04:24:38

2. How To: Have A Grape Arbor

If I can grow grapes, so can can you. I'm not talking vineyards here, actually not even enough to make your own wine (at least I don't think so, I've never tried), just a pretty little arbor to enjoy the fruit from, make some jelly if you like, and enjoy looking at all year long.
Home & Garden - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:50:49

3. Top 10 Tiki Bars

A tiki is, by definition, a likeness of a Polynesian god, usually carved in wood or stone. Polynesia represented mystery and exuded exotic allure to mainstream America in the mid-20th century. The country was recovering from war and looking for a bright and happy escape. With dressed up food ...
Travel & Places - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:27:22

4. Mark Harmon

I first remember seeing Mark Harmon on St. Elsewhere. I was a goner from the first episode he walked into. This is an infatuation that has lasted over the years - through "Chicago Hope" and "Reasonable Doubts", through "Summer School" and "The Presidio". Right up until now when I can get my Ma...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 20 May 2012 05:54:50

5. What To Do With All Those Seashells?

If you're like me, you find it very difficult to return home from a beach vacation without at least a few shells. And, generally I lug home way more than "a few". And, this is all great and wonderful, I love seashells and love having them around me. But, eventually, you've got to figure out so...
Arts & Design - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:24:27

6. USMC Silent Drill Platoon Video Showcase

I have never served in the United States Marine Corps. But, I am proud to say that I know a number of people who have. And I have always had the deepest possible respect and admiration for those that serve - past and present. The videos in this showcase are of a very elite group of those proud m...
Culture & Society - Wed, 16 May 2012 16:31:58

7. Mint For Your Home

I love mint. And, when I think about it, I have loved it all my life. I remember as a kid, mowing the yard, and smelling the mint as I ran over it. It wasn't a bad thing that I got in trouble for - the mint had simply taken over part of the yard and consistently got mowed down. Flash forward to ...
Home & Garden - Sun, 20 May 2012 05:45:29

8. Haunted Houses In Ohio News!

It's that time of year - Halloween is on it's way and you just want to go somewhere that will scare the bee-jabbers out of you. Well, if you live in Ohio, search no further: this lens lists Haunted Houses and Attractions from all over the Buckeye State.
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:06:51

9. Flamingos!

Flamingos fascinate me. Whether they're the real ones strutting around on their goofy legs, or the wonderful plastic ones proudly standing in my yard -- they are a universal symbol of all that is tropical, and can always make me smile. So, what's the deal with these icons of front yard kitsch? ...
Pets & Animals - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:43:36

10. SpongeBob SquarePants

"SpongeBob SquarePants"! Yes, I know it's a kids cartoon. But, what can I say, this is an adorable cartoon and I love watching the adventures of SpongeBob and his friends. Check them out here.
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:51:25

11. Television Witches Over The Years

I can remember watching Samantha Stephens on "Bewitched" and wishing that I could be her. Oh, to be able to twitch my nose and have things happen for me. Needless to say, that wasn't a wish that ever came true, but that never stopped me from watching. (Still doesn't, thanks to reruns.) I neve...
Holidays & Celebrations - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:42:42

12. Don Johnson

I admit it - there was a time in my life that it was not possible to have a Friday night without having an episode of "Miami Vice". I think there were a lot of things about that show to like (including some seriously good music of the day) -- but, I admit that the reason for my fascination was D...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:41:39

13. Leia Organa Solo

Princess Leia had my respect and awe from the very first time I saw her up on the big screen in the theater. Wow. What a woman she was. Statesman, diplomat, ruler, and a really good fighter besides. She is lovely and principled and kind and generous and really quite funny. What's not to love?
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 06 May 2012 17:01:38

14. Sunnydale, California

Sunnydale, California - idyllic location, beautiful scenery, close to Los Angeles, great shopping. Here in Sunnydale, they have everything you could possibly want. Oh yeah -- and they have The Hellmouth also.
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:45:40

15. James Garner News!

James Garner is Jim Rockford to me. I know he has done a lot of other things, and I have even liked his other roles. But, Rockford Files is the one I identify with him the most. That chin of his and the troubles he found himself in were so much fun for me to watch. That being said, let's not ...
Entertainment & Media - Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:29:04

16. Captain Jack Sparrow

Captain Jack Sparrow. Just writing his name makes me smile, because it makes me think of all the things about him that I love. Such a pirate as I have never seen before or since. Sparrow represents an ethical pirate. Mind you that he would not be very happy to hear himself be called that - not ...
Entertainment & Media - Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:38:12

17. Limes - The Best Citrus News!

Okay, maybe the rest of the world thinks of oranges or lemons first when they think of citrus. Not me. For me it is limes. I love their color, their flavor, everything. They look cool and they taste even better. Want to learn more? Follow along with me...
Food & Cooking - Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:21:57

18. Frasier - The TV Show

Dr. Frasier Crane was so much funnier to me once he moved to Seattle and settled in to his own show. The characters and the dialogue of this series were the epitome of perfection for an ensemble cast show. These were shows that could legitimately make me laugh out loud and giggle uncontrollably...
Entertainment & Media - Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:02:25

19. Nuts About Coconut News!

Yes, well, bad pun aside, the sentiment is genuine: I love all things coconut. It evokes great memories for me (having a drink of coconut water at an outdoor market from a fresh split coconut, for example), and just plain tastes good. I hope to use this page to explore more about coconuts and all...
Food & Cooking - Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:44:25

20. Yoda: The Wisest Jedi Ever

Master Yoda was looked up to by all Jedi and feared by the Dark Side. This was obviously not because of his intimidating stature - quite the opposite. He was diminutive - yet overwhelming. And, he knew more about the ways of the Jedi than anyone around him. He was The Jedi Master.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 06 May 2012 17:08:21

21. Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly. Even just her name is elegant. And, that is not even taking into account her work or her life. Her success in films meant a lot to her, and she walked away from that for love and marriage...and to be a princess. Her life has always (it seems like always) fascinated me. Keep read...
Culture & Society - Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:47:21

22. Auto Club Speedway

I wonder if Arnold Schwarzenegger ever imagined while filming "The Terminator" on the dilapidated grounds of the old Kaiser Steel factory that he would one day return there. Not for a sequel to the movie -- indeed, not even as an actor. But that he would be the Governor of the state, and the Kais...
Sports & Recreation - Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:05:50

23. The Save The Manatee Club: The Hippest Charity Ever News!

The work that The Save The Manatee Club does is all about the manatee. Their educational and conservation programs are all top notch. They can offer you opportunities to adopt a manatee of your very own, see a manatee in the wild, and learn about conservation works that they do. And their conserv...
Nonprofits - Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:27:39

24. Mowgli

I loved Mowgli long before I saw the Disney movie. As a character in Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book" I was fascinated with this wild boy. I often wondered how cool it must have been to have been raised by wolves and to have a panther and a bear as your best friends. The Disney movie did no...
Culture & Society - Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:00:18

25. Club Trini

If you attended your first Jimmy Buffett concert only within the last several years, you've missed out on a wonderful part of past shows. Within the gates of the shows, a standard of the concert going experience was always Club Trini. Yes, you had to give up some parking lot fun, and shut down...
Music - Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:26:47

26. Quentin Tarantino

I went to see Pulp Fiction when it first hit the theatres. Seems an odd choice for a movie to take a date to, doesn't it? Well, it wasn't. I was hooked immediately! Seriously, this was a very dark movie, a very violent movie, a movie that dropped the "F" bomb more times than I had ever heard ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 11 May 2012 01:44:03

27. "Pushing Daisies" Video Showcase

Such is the premise presented in the pilot (or "Pie-Lette", if you will) episode for one of the best news television shows to come around in a long time. Ned is the Pie Man, and he can bring dead people back to life. For a minute, then his next touch makes them dead for good. So, what happens ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:52:20

28. My Ten Favorite National Parks

I have an addiction - to National Parks. All of them. I love them. Cannons, forts, rivers, rocks, battlements, mountain, old houses, wooden markers: all of them. I am lucky enough to live in a country that has such an extensive, fascinating, and varied system of historical parks, battlefield...
Travel & Places - Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:48:40

29. Loveland, Colorado

Loveland, Colorado is a picturesque little town nestled in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. It's known as the "Sweetheart City", and for good reason. For the last 62 years, Loveland has helped Cupid by offering a Valentine's Day Re-Mailing program to give Valentine's Day cards an ex...
Travel & Places - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 05:26:46

30. Clara Barton

When it comes to having heroes - Clara Barton is the type of person I like to think about. All that she was able to accomplish is amazing enough, but that she was able to accomplish it as a woman in the era she lived, well, that is spectacular. Keep reading to learn more...
Culture & Society - Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:42:03

31. The West Wing - The Series

The West Wing was, and is, one of my all time favorite TV shows. It had the best combination of a great ensemble cast and terrific writing. There wasn't a single episode that didn't have at least one moment of pure joy to watch. I'm not the only one who felt this way about the show: West Wing ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 27 Mar 2012 18:25:06

32. Dilbert

Dilbert can almost always make me smile - and quite often gets an actual out loud laugh. He understands life in a cubicle and is trying to get through it as best he can. Follow along and learn a bit more about this long suffering engineer:
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 03 Sep 2011 13:21:11

33. Chewbacca: The Biggest Co-Pilot Ever

Chewbacca is without a doubt the biggest co-pilot you will ever meet, or fly with. Might be the only Wookie you'll fly with also. He's almost a foot and a half taller than pilot Han Solo. (But, he doesn't like to talk about his weight - and I'm not gong to ask.)
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 06 May 2012 17:01:25

34. Stow, Ohio : A City Guide

I've lived in Stow, Ohio for a large part of my life. I have to tell you, this is a wonderful small town to call home. There are about 30,000 other folks that call Stow home and we have it all here. The town is in Summit County, and is about halfway between Cleveland and Akron. State Route 8 ...
Travel & Places - Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:03:33

35. Hocus Pocus

As witches go, the Sanderson Sisters are not the worst that you will ever meet -- but they're trying. They make this one of my favorite Halloween movies ever. Come along and run amuck with me!!
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:31:18

36. World Lizard Day

According to the Earth Calendar, August 14, 2012, will be World Lizard Day. So, how shall we celebrate the lizard? Let's start with learning a little more about them, looking at some cool lizard pictures, and buying a book about them.
Pets & Animals - Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:42:20

37. WKRP In Cincinnati Video Showcase

"WKRP In Cincinnati" was one of my favorite shows on television, and then again to watch in reruns. I had the biggest crush ever on the character Andy Travis. The Thanksgiving episode (see below) has to be some of the funniest stuff ever shown on television. Enjoy watching these videos with me...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 31 Mar 2012 20:30:31

38. The Rocky Horror Picture Show

I remember my first time at "The Rocky Horror Picture Show". I went with a bunch of friends who had all already been and they took great care of me. It was the best time ever, I think I smiled for two days. The audience definitely makes the show when you go see it. Yes, you can buy a video of...
Holidays & Celebrations - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:34:23

39. Darlington Speedway

Darlington Raceway. The Lady In Black. One of the best places on the planet to be a NASCAR fan. If you've never watched a race at Darlington Raceway, you have no idea what you have been missing out on. Whether in person, or on television -- this track is what racing is all about!
Sports & Recreation - Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:31:02

40. C-3PO: The Neediest Droid Ever

Somebody else always has to get poor C-3PO out of the latest jam he has gotten himself into. The nice thing about Threepio is he knows he is not a hero or a great warrior and would much rather stay at home. That just never works out for him.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 06 May 2012 17:21:10

41. Nash Bridges

Nash Bridges is an all around great guy that I wish I knew. He's a great police detective, a good son, a devoted father, a kind ex-husband, a really good dresser, and a good leader to his squad of detectives. Sound good? Read on:
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 18 Sep 2011 07:11:17

42. Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Speedway. Lowe's Motor Speedway. The Beast Of The Southeast. No matter what you call it, you have got to love the NASCAR racing on this track in Concord, NC. Check out some cool facts, and the racing schedule for this year.
Sports & Recreation - Sat, 27 Aug 2011 14:35:27

43. Yul Brynner

Yul Brynner is quite possibly at the head of the list of most universally liked actors of our time. From musical theatre to action packed westerns - there were no limits to the roles he would play. Born Yuliy Borisovich Brynner in Vladivostok, Russia, he began acting and modeling in his 20s. Be...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:08:38

44. The Manatee: The Funkiest Mammal Ever

I say that they can be funky and hip and I think they are. These little (okay, not so little) guys that just want to swim around peacefully, maybe munch on some veggies. Yet, they manage to be at the center of a lot of attention. I think they deserve the attention, and our support, see what you t...
Pets & Animals - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 16:29:13

45. Scott Bakula ?

No one can utter those two little words the way Scott Bakula can: "Oh Boy!" I can still picture the look on his face too. I'm talking about him in "Quantum Leap" which was where I first saw him. Then he shows up in a great addition to the Star Trek world as a captain in "Star Trek: Enterprise...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:27:12

46. Ten Halloween Favorites On TV

I admit I love television specials of all kinds - but Halloween specials are really cool! Whether it's a special show just for the holiday or a special episode of a TV series, I'm going to watch them over and over again. Take a look inside and see if you don't agree with me.
Holidays & Celebrations - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:30:29

47. Kent, Ohio : A Tree City USA

So, you've heard of Kent, OH and think you know what it's all about? I think you might be surprised by this lovely little town. For instance, there are a lot of cities all across the United States that have the designation of "Tree City". But, do you know which city was the very first? That's...
Travel & Places - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:16:15

48. My Top Ten Favorite Movies - On DVD

I love movies - I can't help it. And I love owning them too. I should be embarrassed to tell you how many I have on my bookshelves - but the truth is I've lost count a long time ago. To come up with a Top Ten List, I had to come up with some rules: to be on this list I have to own it, and no s...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:32:25

49. Chicagoland Speedway

It took until 2001 for NASCAR racing to be a reality in Joliet, IL ~~ that was when Chicagoland Speedway had it's debut races (Jimmie Johnson won the Busch (now Nationwide) Series race and Kevin Harvick won the Nextel (now Sprint) Cup race). And now, new for 2008, Chicagoland Speedway will join o...
Sports & Recreation - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:25:49

50. Akron, Ohio : The City Of Invention

Akron, OH? What could be there? Well, I was born and raised in Akron and just wait until you see what is to be discovered. For years, Akron's claim to fame was that it was The Rubber Capital of the World (Minds out of the gutters, please, people! It had that distinction because it was home to...
Travel & Places - Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:19:44

51. Pocono Speedway

What you will find in the Pocono's -- specifically at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania is thundering loud NASCAR racing at it's best. This track is a favorite for many, and for very good reason -- it is wicked fun to watch a race there. Pocono Raceway also has claim to the only triangle ...
Sports & Recreation - Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:53:59

52. The Coen Brothers

I'm not sure I should admit this, but here goes: I love Coen Brother's movies. Yep, you read that right. I love them. They are weird, twisted little dark tales that are often quite violent. Not puppies and sunshine, but, knowing these two are involved is enough for me to go see the show. The...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:29:42

53. Key West, Florida

I don't live in Key West, Florida and I never have. Yet, when I go there, I always feel like I am going home. There is something about the island that helps me center and refocus and I always feel better. Not to mention the fact that I always have a whole stinking lot of fun while I'm there. ...
Travel & Places - Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:31:30

54. Bullwinkle

I loved that line -- every time poor Bullwinkle failed to pull that darned rabbit out of the top hat he would say it and I would smile. Bullwinkle Moose was such a good soul, but he was such a doofus. But, my childhood Saturday mornings wouldn't have been the same without him.
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:26:35

55. Carrie Fisher

My first exposure to Carrie Fisher was as Princess Leia Organa in the Star Wars movies. And, I thought she was pretty awesome from just those movies. But, over the years, following both her acting and her writing career -- my admiration for this lady has grown exponentially. She is amazingly t...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:39:12

56. John Ritter

I think one of my first crushes was on John Ritter's character Jack Tripper on "Three's Company". He was such a funny guy and seemed like a real person. That was John Ritter's gift - the ability to portray a regular guy. And, he did it well, as his many awards are a testament to. Even thoug...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:30:00

57. Dilbert & Friends Gifts For Christmas

Who wouldn't love to have a little bit of Dilbert to keep them company during the work day? I've collected the best I can find right here for one stop shopping for all of your Dilbert needs. You won't even need to leave your cubicle.
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 19:20:00

58. Green In The Kitchen

And I don't just mean green in the sense that I am "going green". While that is important to me and I try to make whatever changes I can to improve our planet - I also really just like the color green. I can't remember a time when I didn't. So much so that when you enter my kitchen, you're not go...
Home & Garden - Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:33:42

59. Titan Arum: The Smelliest Flower Ever

Well, when a flower is nicknamed "corpse flower", you rather get the hint that it's not going to be like smelling roses and fresh cookies to be next to it. The smell doesn't last long, but while it's there - watch out!
Home & Garden - Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:03:06

60. Loveland, Ohio

In a state whose motto was "The Heart Of It All", it seems only natural to find a city that calls itself "The Sweetheart Of Ohio". Located near Cincinnati, Loveland is now also Cupid's helper due to their Chamber Of Commerce's Valentine Re-Mailing Program.
Travel & Places - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 16:24:01

61. Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End Video Showcase

"Pirate's Of The Caribbean: At World's End" is the third installment in the Pirate's Of The Caribbean trilogy. It stands up with the other two with great special effects and (more importantly) continuing snappy, acerbic dialogue and interaction between the characters. Check out some great clip...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:09:02

62. Dogbert?

Dogbert is the smartest dog you will ever meet. He even knows how to wear "tall pants" so he can run for president. He is an awesome business consultant. And, he is possibly the best friend Dilbert will ever have. I love him because he generally says the things I am thinking. Keep reading to...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:21:51

63. GypsyPirate's Purple Stars

These are my lenses that have been given a Purple Star from Squidoo. What is that? Well, think of a gold star, a thumbs up, an atta boy. These lenses have been recognized, and for that I am grateful. So, I thought I would make it easy for you to find them all.
Squidoo Community - Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:22:17

64. Set A Spooky Table...

So, you've got the gravestones in the front yard, the skeleton is hanging from the tree, and the cobwebs are strewn about eerily. You have the paper witch and black cat cut outs on the windows and doors, and the creepy candles are lit. What are you missing? Well, to be honest, your kitchen is...
Holidays & Celebrations - Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:45:43

65. Captain Kirk

Captain Kirk has been in my life forever. Star Trek is one of the first television shows I can remember watching. Thank heavens that's a lot cooler to admit these days - it used to be something I had to hide from my friends lest they try to put me in a rehab program. But, now I am allowed to e...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:19:08

66. Bobby Labonte

When I first started seriously following NASCAR a few years back, Bobby Labonte was one of the drivers I did some research on. I was impressed both with his track record (an unavoidable pun, sorry), and with him as a person. He's changed numbers and sponsors since then, but he's still a great d...
Sports & Recreation - Sun, 08 Apr 2012 13:18:40

67. Parrot Page

"Yes I am a pirate, 200 years too late..." This might be a familiar line to you, even if you're not a parrothead. And, if you have no idea what a parrot head is to start with, let me see if...
Squidoo Community - Wed, 31 Aug 2011 02:48:52

68. My Top Ten Favorite Movies - On VHS

I love movies - I can't help it. And I love owning them too. I should be embarrassed to tell you how many I have on my bookshelves - but the truth is I've lost count a long time ago. So, I thought I would try to pick a Top Ten List. I've given myself a few rules here though: to be on this lis...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:09:33

69. Dover International Speedway

The Monster Mile has been in Dover since 1969. Originally known as Dover Downs, it has been a NASCAR only facility since 1971. They truly believe in the fan experience here and maximizing that is their goal. With the opening of the Monster Bridge, they have achieved that goal for sure. The Monste...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:29:26

70. Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip

Plain and simple -- I miss "Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip". During it's too short time on the air, it quickly became one of my favorites. It was a fantastic ensemble show with great dialogue and cast interaction. Why was it cancelled? Why didn't more viewers get it? I may not be able to answ...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 16:44:35

71. Cleveland Indians Baseball Video Showcase

I can remember watching baseball with my grandpa, even before I even understood what baseball was. And,we always rooted for "The Tribe". They didn't win much, especially in those days, but that was a great way to spend a summer afternoon. Through all the jokes, all the "Nickel Beer Nights" to g...
Sports & Recreation - Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:14:31

72. SHOCKtober

When you think of October, you think of Halloween. And, for most folks, Halloween is no fun if it's not shocking and scary and over the top. So, let me show you some ways to have a SHOCKingly good Halloween.
Holidays & Celebrations - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:27:38

73. Cheech Marin

I first became aware of Cheech Marin as part of the off beat comedy duo of Cheech & Chong. I admit, I really didn't pay that much attention to them, but I was aware of them. Flash forward now and Cheech Marin is definitely back on my radar, and now I'm paying attention. He's honed his comedy s...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:01:19

74. Valentine, Nebraska

Well, Valentine, Nebraska may not be the home to Cupid ~~ but you can get Cupid's help with your special Valentine's Day cards from there. Much the same way North Pole, Alaska will postmark cards and letters for you at Christmas-time, the post office in Valentine, NE will mail your Valentine's c...
Travel & Places - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:30:33

75. The Poinsettia News!

No matter how you pronounce "poinsettia", you know what it is. It also is one of my favorite symbols of Christmas and the Christmas season. I can't imagine decorating for the holiday without including many poinsettias throughout my house -- they are so beautiful and versatile. I've found so...
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:15:52

76. Lou Holtz: The Smartest Coach Ever

I have followed Lou Holtz's coaching career for awhile now and I really like his style. This is a man that teaches integrity, and lives what he teaches. He has an awesome track record as a coach and is a very sought after motivational speaker. Seems like everyone wants to hear what this very ...
Sports & Recreation - Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:32:39

77. A Holiday For Candy Corn

Love it or hate it, you can't deny that this is one seriously popular candy item! Not only doe sit have it's own national holiday (how many candys can say that?), but it has been wickedly popular for over 125 years! This delightful tri-color confection (yes, there is a variety called Indian Corn ...
Holidays & Celebrations - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:29:43

78. Valentine, Texas

Well, if Cupid was looking to relocate to somewhere quiet and out of the way, he might have chosen Valentine, TX as his new base of operations. The 2000 census said that there were 187 folks living there -- not counting Cupid, as far as we can determine. But, he has some helpers there that have ...
Travel & Places - Sat, 27 Aug 2011 15:05:38

79. All About Mesa, Arizona

I lived in Mesa, Arizona for a year when I was transferred there for my job. I can safely say that it was, and is, one of the prettiest places I have ever been to. It had the welcoming feel of a small town, with all the advantages of a metropolis. The scenery and the weather combined to someti...
Travel & Places - Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:20:34

80. Purple Star Recipients

Purple stars have been the topic of much chit chat for a little while now. And, now they are a reality and the lenses featured here are proof. In the modules of this lens you're going to find the recipients of Squidoo's Purple Stars. These lenses are something special, all of them. They are exci...
Squidoo Community - Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:23:07

81. Jethro Gibbs

Jethro Gibbs - generally just called 'Gibbs' - is the Special Agent In Charge for the Naval Criminal Investigative Services. He is smart, intuitive, witty, acerbic, and very handsome; he's good with tools, and nice to puppies and children. He has a no nonsense approach to work and is dogged in...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:35:02

82. Do You Think My Mower Is Sexy?

A question was recently posed to me: "What is your most prized possession?" Now, on the surface, I bet you think that's an easy one to answer. So did I. Until I had to answer it. Really. What do I own that I prize more than other things? A helpful tip was given along with the question that I shou...
Home & Garden - Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:48:01

83. Caddyshack Video Showcase

Caddyshack is quite possibly one of the funniest movies ever made. I have loved it since it first came out to the theatres and bought it as soon as it was available on video tape. In my opinion, Bill Murray steals the show - upstaged only by the gopher (who is quite probably smarter than him). ...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:03:50

84. Moonlighting

Ah yes, the adventures of David and Maddie. I loved "Moonlighting". It was funny, well written, and had a cast with some serious chemistry going. They set the bar for shows to follow in my opinion. And, now you can't find them anywhere if you don't own them or didn't tape them when they were ...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:19:53

85. T-Shirts For Christmas

Of course you want to look nice for the big holiday events, services and such - but what about when you're home and relaxing? You can't be expected to lounge about looking at your tree and watching holiday movies, eating Christmas cookies in your good dress up clothes, right? Of course not. I ...
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:17:15

86. My Favorite Christmas Specials

One of my favorite parts of Christmas is getting out the Christmas specials and lining them up, ready to watch. They only get to come out once a year - and I never get tired of them. I seem to manage to find another one every year. Check out this page of my favorites.
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:15:02

87. Howard Metzenbaum

If you grew up in the Cleveland area, then you grew up knowing the name of Howard Metzenbaum. He served both in the Ohio House of Representatives and the Ohio Senate, then in the United States Senate. He was a well known, easily recognized face - and often a welcome voice as well. He was a libera...
Culture & Society - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:02:03

88. Spiro Agnew

Spiro T. Agnew rose to the second highest office in the land just six years after entering the political arena at the county level. His first public office ever was as a county executive in 1962. in 1966, he was elected Governor of Maryland. In 1968, Richard Nixon chose hims as his running mate...
Culture & Society - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 16:39:39

89. Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey is one of my all time favorite actors. And, I reached that conclusion without really knowing anything about him. Now that I've done some research and watched more of his films - I'm more convinced than ever that I am right about him. Take a look at what I have for you here and see...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:56:21

90. Robin Williams

I've been a Robin Williams fan since his space ship landed and he sat upside down in a chair in Mindy's living room on television. I had no idea then that he was actually holding the manic genius in check for those shows - I only knew he made me laugh. And, over the years he has continued to ma...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 29 Sep 2011 17:56:09

91. Classic Halloween Monsters

Halloween. You can't have it without a few classics. Even if you make a cartoon out of them and put a pretty smile on their faces - you're still going to have a time honored cast of characters at your Halloween, or it isn't going to be quite right. Who do I mean? Well, you have to have werewolve...
Holidays & Celebrations - Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:26:42

92. Be A Sweetheart - Make Valentine's Day Cookies

When all else fails, nothing can beat a homemade treat as a gift. And, of all the things that you can make, cookies have to be at the top of the list. And, at the top of my list of cookies are cut out cookies that I get to decorate. Here are some great recipes, and some fun kitchen tools for you...
Holidays & Celebrations - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 05:31:40

93. Texas Motor Speedway

Texas may be known for a lot of things - but I only care about one: The Great American Speedway in Justin, Texas (near Fort Worth). The Texas Motor Speedway is a one and a half mile quad-oval track that hosts races for all levels of NASCAR racing (Sprint Cup, Nationwide Series, and Craftsmen Truc...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:40:55

94. Elliott Sadler ?

Elliott Sadler races, that's his job. And, it's pretty obvious to me that he loves his job. I know for sure that I love watching him at work. I still think of him as the M&M driver, even though his current ride is the red #19 Dodge for Dodge Dealers Lifetime Powertrain Warranty/UAW. He's still t...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 19:01:33

95. The Curse Of The Black Pearl Video Showcase

This is the movie that started it all. "Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl" is the first movie in the Pirates Of The Caribbean trilogy. Hard to believe that it started out as a germ of an idea based on a dark ride at an amusement park, but perhaps that is fitting as the mov...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:13:40

96. Bob Newhart Video Showcase

"The Bob Newhart Show" was probably one of the funniest shows on television. I don't think I ever appreciated it fully when it was on the first time - although I did enjoy it. Watching it in reruns later, I came to realize how good it was. And, I also came to realize just how good Bob Newhart ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:11:50

97. You Got That On Film?

Sometimes a picture is a great big belly laugh that takes you by surprise. Even if you took the picture. You put it away for awhile, then run across it later. Take a peek and -- there you go, you're actually laughing out loud. And why wouldn't you? I do it all the time. Of course, I have some koo...
Squidoo Community - Thu, 24 May 2012 22:56:31

98. Winter Driving Safety

I've lived in the Midwest nearly all my life. In fact, even though I lived in Arizona for a year, I've managed to never miss a winter here. That means I have been driving in winter weather conditions for a long time (no, I'm not going to tell you how long). So, while I may not think of myself ...
Cars - Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:38:05

99. Emma Thompson

I first remember seeing Emma Thompson in "Much Ado About Nothing" and being struck by her performance. It was perfect - her lines, her looks, her delivery, her interaction with castmates - I loved it all. I have continued to follow and enjoy her award winning career over the years and she just ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 27 Sep 2011 20:50:23

100. Show You Care With A Vermont Teddy Bear

A Vermont Teddy Bear Company Bear-Gram is the creative alternative to flowers. It's a fun, unique gift idea that is guaranteed to last forever. Your Bear-Gram Gift arrives complete with: A handcrafted, fully jointed Teddy Bear made right here in Vermont that you choose from our assortment of ov...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:38:21

101. A Valentine From Vermont

Are you still trying to think up a good gift for your Valentine? You really can't beat a teddy bear for all over cuteness and thoughtfulness. When it's a teddy bear from The Vermont Teddy Bear Company, it will have that extra special something that makes it (and you!) a favorite every time.
Holidays & Celebrations - Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:27:09

102. Squidoo Tips From The GypsyPirate

You already know what you want to make your lens about. But you want to make it a really good lens, or you wouldn't have entered the search term that brought this lens up for you. So, I'll share what I know with you. Who am I to offer help? Well, good question. I'm GypsyPirate, I've been Squiddo...
Squidoo Community - Sat, 27 Aug 2011 14:03:46

103. The Wizard Of Oz Video Showcase

I can still remember the first dozen (or more) times I watched this movie I had to cover my eyes every time the Wicked Witch appeared. She was so spooky to me, and I was so worried for Dorothy and her friends. This was long before VCR's and owning movies...you had to wait for the movie to be ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:36:54

104. Squidoo Modules

The sole purpose of this lens is to test out the various modules available to lensmasters on Squidoo and see how they look in use. Feel free to peruse what I have here, but understand that this isn't really mean to be a public lens - just working some things out and seeing how they look. If you...
Squidoo Community - Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:56:07

105. SquidYULE Carols

How do these things happen? Well, if you have a gaggle of pretty darned creative folks who are just a wee loopy and looking to vent some energy, then you get things such as Squidoo Christmas Carols. Read on...
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:18:21

106. Spookify Your Living Room

So, you have the gravestones up in the front yard, and the jack-o-lanterns are glowing on the front porch sitting by the scarecrows. You have the creepy music playing and you have your kitchen all decked out for Halloween (I know you have the /www.squidoo.com/halloween-kitchen">kitchen finished, ...
Holidays & Celebrations - Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:28:23

107. The NorthEast Ohio Parrothead Club

Thanks for visiting the Squidoo home of the NEOPHC. We are a not for profit club dedicated to the tropical spirit and ideals inspired by Jimmy Buffett. Our region includes Summit, Stark, and Portage counties.
Culture & Society - Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:09:33

108. The Cornucopia

I love Thanksgiving. I love everything to do wtih Thanksgiving. And, to me, nothing says Thanksgiving better than a pretty cornucopia. When I learned that the cornucopia had it's beginnings in mythology, I liked it even better. Read on to learn a little more about this very cool symbol for t...
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:11:23

109. Jimmie Johnson

I only started following NASCAR racing a few years ago, but have quickly realized that I love this sport. There is so much more to it than I thought before, I know I will be a novice learner for a long while to come, but I'm okay with that. The learning process is half the fun for me. When I s...
Sports & Recreation - Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:40:59

110. Schoolhouse Rock! Showcase

Oh -- how I loved Saturday mornings and waiting around for the Schoolhouse Rock clips to show. Sitting in the living room, waaay to close to the tv (with a bowl of Captain Crunch if I was lucky!), waiting for the breaks in the shows so I could see them. I don't think I knew at the time that I w...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:37:28

111. Geena Davis

Geena Davis has been an assasin, a mother to a mouse, a pirate, and The President Of The United States. Oh, and driven off of a cliff for lack of a better solution. And, I've enjoyed watching her in all of these escapades. Judging by the number of prestigious awards she has collected over the...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 03 Oct 2011 01:58:38

112. How To Properly Be Owned By A Cat

Your cat knows the truth, even if you don't. You don't own a cat - you keep house for them. I've had cats all of my life, and I'm okay with that. I accept their rules, and do my best to live up to their expectations. I like to keep them happy, because I know they make me happy. I'll share some t...
Pets & Animals - Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:54:51

113. All SquidVids, All The Time Headquarters

You've found the home for all of your awesome SquidVids lenses. No matter what the subject of your showcase is -- come along and join the fun! Hi there and thanks for visiting "All SquidVids, All The Time". If you like what you see here, let the lensmasters know it! And if you have a SquidVids l...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:41:04

114. SquidBOO-thdays

It seems unfair enough to have to share your birthday (or even just your party) with another person (like your baby brother - YUK!), but what about if you have to share your birthday with a holiday? And a great big snarking one like Halloween to boot?? Oh, the humanity! Well, take comfort that y...
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:07:35

115. The Rocky Horror Picture Show Video Showcase

If you've ever seen "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" in a theatre with people that know how to watch it, then you know that the line "Castles don't have phones!" isn't spoken in the film - it is shouted out by the audience. And, if you know that, then you know what "Rocky Horror" is all about. I...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:14:37

116. Homestead-Miami Speedway

Homestead-Miami Speedway is the home of the season finale races for NASCAR Sprint Cup races, NASCAR Nationwide Series racing, and NASCAR Craftsmen Truck Series racing. And what a gorgeous spot it is to have finales in. This is the only racetrack I have ever been to and I loved it. Didn't get to s...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:45:52

117. Clint Bowyer

I discovered Clint Bowyer quite by accident. At a friend's Daytona Party in February '07, we did a blind draw for our driver's in the pool. I pulled out a slip and discovered his name on it. Clint Bowyer. Who?? "Who??" Well, I didn't have long to wonder for very long - by the end of that rac...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:57:57

118. SquidVids Group Roster

What the heck is SquidVids and why is everyone smiling about them? SquidVids is a 'front door' to squidoo, similar to the terrifically popular "SquidWho", but with a twist. With SquidVids you choose a keyword or phrase and build your own video showcase with loaded in videos from YouTube. Once ...
Squidoo Community - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:22:01

119. Giant Squids In Their Natural Habitats

While you can never be sure of the results when you get a bunch of really talented people together - you can be sure that those results will be fun and worth your time. This was the case again when a group of Giant Squid lensmasters were asked for pictures of themselves in their new Giant Squid ...
Squidoo Community - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:02:33

120. GypsyPirate Groupography

If you would have told me a year ago where I would be today with Squidoo, I would have laughed -- and, likely spit my coffee out in the process. Over a hundred lenses? Well, maybe. But, 20 groups?!? Seriously? How the heck did that happen? Well, some of them were my idea for things I am really pa...
Squidoo Community - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:13:04

121. Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Las Vegas Motor Speedway is The Diamond In The Desert. And it is exciting NASCAR racing at it's best. It is a one and half mile D-shaped oval that has been hosting races since 1996. The track is located in Clark County, Nevada, and is a 1,200 acre complex of multiple tracks for racing. The compl...
Sports & Recreation - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:58:49

122. Coast of the Catskills - Unfeathered

Welcome! The Coast of the Catskills - Unfeathered page. We are proud to promote and present trop rock music in and around the Walton, NY area and as far as our friendships reach. We are a collection of folks who believe in "leaving things just a little better than we found them...and having a BL...
Culture & Society - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:10:59

123. Victor Martinez

Right. A regular guy. A regular guy that is a two time Major League Baseball All Star. A regular guy with phenomenal stats. A regular guy who just happens to play catcher (and occasionally first base) for the 2007 American League Central Division Champion Cleveland Indians. Read on to find o...
Sports & Recreation - Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:46:44

124. Carving A Pumpkin ~~ A Pumpkin's Journey

So, Squidoo did something odd for a website -- it actually coaxed me away from my keyboard. Yes, it's true! I was pulled away from the computer because I was compelled to get pumpkins of my own that I could take knife and creativity to and see what would evolve. Now, understand that I'm not goin...
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:22:04

125. Haunted Ohio

So, how do you feel about ghosts? Are you ready to be spooked? Then I suggest that you plan a trip to Ohio. What? Ohio? To be scared? Oh yes! Why would I suggest this? That's easy - you won't believe the number of ghosts to be found in The Buckeye State. Some you will have heard of, just you wait...
Holidays & Celebrations - Mon, 03 Oct 2011 21:30:39

126. How To: Have A Holiday Garden

By "holiday garden", I mean dressing up your garden (your flowerbed, if you will) for the holidays. And, not just Christmas, although that is a favorite of mine. I mean all of them: Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. And in between times, yo...
Home & Garden - Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:35:08

127. How Giant Squids Do Halloween

Okay Giant Squids, it's time to show your stuff again for this contest. What is your favorite Halloween costume? Have you already used it or will it debut this year? Do you have a spooktacular recipe for a Halloween treat? A ghoulishly delightful tale from a Halloween past, or simply a favorite H...
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:17:34

128. A GypsyPirate Plexography

Because that's what a "plexo-" is all about. I give you a list, and it has the cute little up and down arrows. Use them to vote for the items -- in this case for my lenses. It's no fun to have too few choices, so I have only divided them up into some main categories: People, Places, and Things...
Squidoo Community - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:37:45

129. SquidVids Showcase

A SquidVids is a tool from Squidoo to make video showcases for any subject that you like - preferably one that you're truly interested in. The more you like your subject, the better your showcase is going to be. The possibilities are endless: movies, musicals, bands, television shows, sports, h...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:18:34

130. The GypsyPirate Lensography

Well, here it is - welcome to proof of my addiction. Pull up a comfy chair and grab the beverage of your choice and I'll take you on a little tour of the world I have created (and my opinions on the things in it) here on Squidoo. Thanks for visiting, leave me a note, and be sure to stop back of...
Squidoo Community - Sat, 27 Aug 2011 14:31:10

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