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1. Oh Rubber Ducky! News!

What bathroom would be complete without a lovable rubber ducky? Even the Queen of England is rumored to have her very own rubber ducky! Here you'll find pictures of rubber ducks, rubber ducky trivia, rubber duckies for sale, and more.
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:39:05

2. Steak: Rare, Medium, or Well Done?

Steak: Rare, Medium, or Well Done? Some people want their steaks well done: Charred on the outside, thoroughly brown and chewy on the inside. Others want their steaks done medium or medium rare, with a warm, succulent, juicy pink center. And some people want their steaks so rare that it practic...
Food & Cooking - Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:52:02

3. Facebook Warning: Activities That Could Get You Banned

When it comes to look, feel, and utility, I think Facebook is superior to MySpace. Facebook's interface is cleaner and more professional. However, Facebook is more draconian than MySpace about enforcing its policies. More than that, Facebook has apparently banned users for offenses that were neve...
Internet - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 02:31:54

4. Commonly Overused Words and Phrases

Do cliches and worn-out old phrases make you want to hiss? When someone says "Think outside the box," do you feel like stuffing them inside a box? Are you going to scream if you hear some kid say "like, you know" one more time? This is my growing list of some of the most overused words and phras...
Education - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:26:04

5. Travian - General Hints News!

Travian is a free browser war game where you can play one of three tribes: Romans, Gauls, or Teutons. You start with one village, which you'll build up and use to train your armies. The idea is to grow an empire that dominates the map. You'll be surrounded by other players with the same ambition,...
Video Games - Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:40:59

6. How to Remove Candle Wax

Candles are beautiful, relaxing, and instantly set the mood for romance. Unfortunately, they can also be messy! If you've ever had candle wax drip onto your carpet, wood furniture, or fine linen tablecloth, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Fortunately, you can safely remove candle wax fr...
Home & Garden - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 02:33:13

7. Disney Fairies: Tinker Bell and the Gang News!

We all know the spunky little fairy from Peter Pan, Tinker Bell. She's been a popular Disney icon for years. Well, lately Disney has expanded Tinker Bell's world: Disney has released several Tinker Bell movies direct to DVD. They show how Tinker Bell came to be, and what her life was like before ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:52:12

8. The Rubber Ducky Shop

Do you like rubber duckies? I sure do. They're colorful, cheerful things that can brighten up any bathroom. After all, bath time isn't complete without a squeaky rubber duck or two floating with you. What? You mean to say you don't have a rubber ducky of your own? How strange! How sad! Consider ...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:58:15

9. Dealing with a Broken Sewer Line

Sewer lines are one of those things we don't think about until something goes wrong. You start noticing the problem when you hear gurgling noises from the toilet, or when water drains more slowly than usual, or when a smelly sinkhole appears in your yard. So, how do you deal a broken sewer line?...
Home & Garden - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:16:43

10. Window or Aisle Seat

When it comes to air travel, nobody that I know of wants a middle seat. But a lot of people clamor for either a window or an aisle seat. The perks of the window seat: You get to enjoy a view of the land below, clouds, sunsets, and other things that help pass the time. You're also somewhat more i...
Travel & Places - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 05:29:35

11. Disney Fairy Silvermist

Silvermist is a water fairy, and one of Tinker Bell's friends. She's quiet but friendly, and has a calming way about her. She doesn't like shouting, but she's good at smoothing things over when fights break out amongst her friends in Pixie Hollow.
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:28:58

12. Weebly: A Free Website Creation Tool

Weebly might sound like a fan page for Weebles, but it's actually a site that allows you to create websites and blogs using a widget-based interface. In fact, building a website with Weebly is a LOT like building a Squidoo lens. Weebly is free to use, but it's not infested with ads. It's a great...
Internet - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 02:47:25

13. Gallery for Disney's Mulan

This is a gallery of pictures dedicated to Disney's Mulan. The best part of all is that you can have any one of these pictures made into a T-shirt, a mug, a mouse pad, or just a print that you can hang on your wall. Clicking on each image will take you to Zazzle, where you can customize a T-shir...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:08:45

14. How to Prevent Lost Luggage News!

When you fly, do you check in your bags? Watch out: Once that bag leaves your side, anything could happen to it. For every 1,000 bags, the typical airline mishandles 6. Sure, the odds don't sound too bad. But what if the dice doesn't roll in your favor one day? What do you do if the airline loses...
Travel & Places - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:19:56

15. Best Rat Cages Reviewed

Rat habitats are not created equal. The best rat cages are roomy, durable, easy to clean, and offer lots of climbing space. Unfortunately, it's not easy to find the right cage, and most of them won't have all the right perks. What you see at the pet stores aren't always appropriate for rats. Kee...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:51:33

16. My Little Pony Applejack

Applejack is probably my favorite pony in the new "My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic" cartoon. She's helpful, sensible, hard-working, and honest. Although she has a southern drawl, she's not exactly a southern belle: She wears a cowboy hat, she prefers to keep her hair tied back instead of hang...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:25:57

17. Yogurt Facts: Health Benefits of Yogurt News!

Yogurt is very good for you! It's full of beneficial active cultures that help prevent bad bacteria from taking up residence in your body. The other benefits of yogurt is that it gives your body valuable nutrients such as calcium, protein, and vitamin B2. Yogurt can boost your health. Here are s...
Food & Cooking - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:21:25

18. My Little Pony Fluttershy

Fluttershy is a sweet, timid, soft-spoken pegasus who loves animals. In fact, she's more confident and at ease around animals than she is with other ponies. But as shy as Fluttershy is, she has a hidden core of strength. When her friends are in danger, she steps forward and looks danger straight...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:35:42

19. Conversational Writing vs. Formal Writing News!

Did you know that most people read at an 8th grade level? That means if you want to keep most people's attention, you can't write as if you're trying to impress college professors. On the web, it's even more important to write in a conversational tone. People want information, and they want it f...
Education - Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:17:36

20. List of Names for Your Pixie Hollow Fairy

When you make a Pixie Hollow fairy, choosing a name can be the hardest part of all. You can always get new clothes or even a new hairstyle for your fairy later on, but you can't change her name. It's hard enough to choose. But then you have to scroll through hundreds of different names before yo...
Video Games - Thu, 21 Jul 2011 06:08:28

21. Tinker Bell Gallery

Have you been looking for a good Tinker Bell T-shirt? They're surprisingly hard to find at times. Fortunately, Zazzle offers lots of different Tinker Bell designs that you can have printed on a T-shirt, mousepad, or mug--for a child or for an adult! Scroll down to see all sorts of different Tink...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:27:28

22. Disney's The Little Mermaid

Based on a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, Disney's The Little Mermaid is the story about a mermaid named Ariel who longs to be part of the human world. She falls in love with the human prince Eric and, by making a dangerous bargain with the sea witch Ursula, she trades in her fins (and her v...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:38:19

23. Donald Duck

Donald Duck is one of the greatest Disney characters of all time. Sure, Mickey Mouse might be Disney's mascot, but Donald stole his thunder years ago. The Duck has pluck, determination, and a feisty temper. He can be sweet and have the best intentions, but he can also be a rotten little devil. A...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:43:45

24. Daffy Duck or Donald Duck?

Two legendary ducks: Daffy Duck and Donald Duck. Both ducks have a speech impediment. One duck is used to violence involving anvils and dynamite, the other throws memorable temper tantrums. One of them wears a cute sailor suit, the other is content with his own feathers. Who's your favorite duck?
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:52:57

25. Princess Ariel

Ariel is a mermaid, and the youngest of King Triton's seven daughters. Although she seems to have a happy life under the sea, she is intensely curious about humans and longs to join them on land. She falls in love with a human, Prince Eric, and rescues him from drowning. At that point, she's wil...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:58:38

26. My Little Pony Pinkie Pie

Pinkie Pie is all sugar and spice and everything nice. And she has a pet alligator. And she's been known to pull out a rubber chicken and wear Groucho Marx glasses. And she sometimes says totally random things about oatmeal. Yeah. Pinkie Pie is nice, but she's kind of weird.
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:51:27

27. Frodo Baggins News!

Frodo Baggins is a survivor. A reluctant hero. A ring bearer. But most of all, he is a peace-loving hobbit. Frodo would have preferred to live out a quiet life in his beloved Shire, but alas, it was not to be. Instead he has to carry around an evil mind-bending Ring of Power, get stabbed by a Ri...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:48:52

28. Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

Sure, apple cider vinegar is great as tangy salad dressing, but it's more than just a kitchen condiment. There are many health benefits associated with apple cider vinegar. Sometimes touted as a "wonder drug," apple cider vinegar can aid digestion and even help control acne. Most people recoil a...
Healthy Living - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:10:13

29. Woody

"He's the rootinest, tootinest, shootinest, hootinest cowboy around!" The Toy Story movies are full of unforgettable characters, but Woody always seems to be at the heart of it all. Read on to learn more about Woody, the cowboy doll from Toy Story and Toy Story 2...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:25:14

30. Samwise Gamgee

Simple, solid, and quaint, Samwise Gamgee is one of the last people you'd expect to go on an adventure. And yet that's exactly what happens: He accompanies Frodo on the quest to destroy the One Ring. More than that, this hobbit protects, defends, and even carries Frodo when he must. Sam may just...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:12:00

31. Kit Cat Clocks

The Kit Cat Clock is the ultimate kitsch for any kitchen! This retro clock has been mesmerizing us with its moving eyes and wagging tail for going on 80 years. The Kit Cat Clock started lifting people's spirits during the Great Depression of the 1930's, and America has had a love affair with thi...
Home & Garden - Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:31:27

32. Top 10 Gift Ideas for Penguin Lovers

Do you know someone who just loves penguins? Maybe you'd like to give them a penguin-y gift... you're just not sure what. A T-shirt? A coffee table book? A penguin plush? What? Read on for some gift ideas for the penguin-lover in your life!
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:36:44

33. Violet Parr

Fourteen-year-old Violet Parr (voiced by Sarah Vowell) is the oldest child of super heroes Mr. Incredible (Bob Parr) and Elastigirl/Mrs. Incredible (Helen Parr). She's shy and has self-esteem issues, which is reflected in her super powers: She can turn invisible and generate a protective force fi...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:34:57

34. Sebastian the Crab

Sebastian the Crab is, well, a crab. He's also the co-star in The Little Mermaid. Officially he's the royal court composer and musical instructor for King Triton's daughters, but he's also given the assignment of keeping an eye on the most headstrong daughter, Ariel. Although Sebastian does his ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:29:46

35. Ursula the Sea Witch

Ursula is the villainess in The Little Mermaid. She is a cecaelia, or part woman and part octopus. However, she's more commonly known as the sea witch, and she has a reputation for being nasty. King Triton banished Ursula from his palace, and the sea witch wanted revenge. She gets her chance whe...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:20:06

36. I Hate Roaches News!

I hate roaches. I'm not talking about those little so-called German roaches that like to infest apartment dwellings, although they're disgusting little buggers in their own right. I'm talking about cockroaches. Palmetto bugs. Those big, fat, dark brown bugs that lurk in the bathroom, waiting for...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:14:37

37. What is Eczema?

Skin rashes caused by conditions like eczema are terrible to live with. They're painful, unsightly, and do terrible things to your self-esteem. What is the cause of eczema? More importantly, is there a cure for eczema?
Healthy Living - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 05:32:22

38. My Little Pony Rainbow Dash

Rainbow Dash is awesome... in HER opinion, at least. You'd think a pony with rainbow hair would be prissy and girly, but Rainbow Dash is the most brash, athletic, and tomboyish pony of the bunch. Rainbow Dash is a super fast pegasus who can sweep clouds out of the sky in ten seconds flat (when s...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:43:53

39. Rubber Ducky Fashion

There are different ways to proclaim your love of rubber duckies to the world. You could make a point of talking about rubber ducks at every opportunity... you could take a rubber ducky with you wherever you go... Or, you could just wear your favorite rubber ducky T-shirt. If you're feeling quit...
Fashion & Beauty - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:30:06

40. My Experience Writing for Helium

Note: I've moved on to other writing sites. This information mostly dates back to my experience with Helium in 2007, so much of it may be outdated. Helium is a website that invites writers to contribute articles on just about any subject. They don't pay you up front for your articles. Rather, yo...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:25:03

41. Harry Potter Wands

What self-respecting wizard or witch would go around without a wand? If you want to dress up like Harry Potter, a good wand is an absolute must. The problem is that many of the wands you can find for sale aren't the best quality. If all you want is a quick prop or a toy for a small child, this ma...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 05:47:03

42. Luke Skywalker or Han Solo? News!

Luke Skywalker or Han Solo? Over here we have Luke Skywalker, the idealistic and brash young fellow who wants to be a Jedi. He's a bit whiny sometimes, but he's cute and we love him anyway. And over here we have Han Solo, a roguish smuggler who prefers a good blaster to hokey religions. He's jad...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:05:10

43. Royal Albert Old Country Roses

It's no wonder that the Royal Albert Old Country Roses bone china pattern is the most popular in the world: Few china dish sets are more beautiful, feminine, or nostalgic. The cascading roses that grace these pieces are depicted in rich colors and fine detail. The pattern is embellished with 22-k...
Home & Garden - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 19:02:55

44. Pastry Blender: An Essential Kitchen Tool!

I usually make biscuits from scratch on a weekly basis. To make proper biscuits, you need to cut some kind of fat into the flour--usually butter, margarine, or lard. Now, there are two ways to cut butter into a flour mixture: You can do it bit by bit with two knives, or you can do it efficiently...
Food & Cooking - Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:54:26

45. Commonly Misused Words in the English Language News!

Has anybody ever snapped at you for misusing a word? It's not nice to nitpick, but the truth is, you'll sound awfully funny if you use the wrong word. (I always want to giggle when I see "bare with me...") If you're ever in doubt as to whether you're using the right word, you can always consult ...
Education - Mon, 11 May 2009 00:27:12

46. Clowns: Scary or Funny? News!

Clowns: Scary or Funny? Some people love clowns. They think clowns are just funny, happy-go-lucky entertainers with a penchant for wearing silly clothes and making balloon critters. The rest of us can't sleep, because we know the truth: The clowns will eat us!
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:20:23

47. Ratatouille's Lessons for Success

Ratatouille is one of my favorite movies. The characters are endearing, the story is inspiring, and the animation is perfect. Although Ratatouille is just plain fun to watch, there are good lessons embedded in the story. They are lessons about success and following your dreams.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:56:44

48. Harry Potter vs. Lord of the Rings News!

Harry Potter vs. Lord of the Rings - you knew this debate had to turn up sometime! So which is it... Dumbledore or Gandalf? Harry or Frodo? Voldemort or Sauron? Horcruxes or Rings of Power? House elves or hobbits? Death Eaters or Uruk-hai? In short, which fantasy world does it for you? Choose a ...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:47:47

49. Brach's Candy Corn

Those classic triangle-shaped yellow, orange, and white candies have been around forever and are one of the high points of the fall season. Candy corn is one of my favorite candies, but only when it's manufactured by Brach's. You can really taste the honey flavor. This page is a celebration of c...
Holidays & Celebrations - Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:21:38

50. Shaun the Sheep

His name is Shaun. He lives on a farm. Oh, and he's a sheep. But Shaun is no ordinary sheep! He can dance, paint, and play a guitar. He's full of wild ideas and clever plans to help get his flock in and out of trouble.
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:11:27

51. The Red Wedding Dress

True or false: A woman's wedding dress must be either white or cream. Answer: False! A woman should feel free to wear whatever she wants on her wedding day. Red is associated with passion and romance. In Asian countries, it is the color of fortune and happiness. What color could be more appropria...
Fashion & Beauty - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:26:43

52. Rubber Chickens: Classic Gag Gifts

Like a pair of Groucho glasses, the rubber chicken is a classic. It's the perfect gag gift, and it's just plain fun. The world would be a lot less funny without rubber chickens. Read on if you want to learn more about rubber chickens, or if you just want to revel in the silliness of it all.
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:33:50

53. Sherlock Holmes: The Best Detective Ever

Sherlock Holmes is one of the greatest fictional detectives ever created, and arguably the most famous. He isn't just a detective; he's also a chemist, a violinist, and a master swordsman. He's famous for his keen observation and deductive reasoning.
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:28:25

54. Rosemary Herb: Facts and Lore About the Rosemary Plant

Rosemary is a popular herb with a distinctive piney scent. Not only is it an attractive herb that's easy to grow, it tastes great in lots of different recipes--especially Mediterranean-style meals! In my opinion, a good roast chicken isn't complete without a healthy sprinkling of rosemary.
Home & Garden - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:17:08

55. Arwen

Arwen is a beautiful elf who willingly gives up her immortality and her people to be with Aragorn, a mortal man. Originally Arwen was barely in the Lord of the Rings story, but Peter Jackson beefed up her role in the movies. She helps rescue Frodo, and we get to see some romantic scenes with her...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:22:24

56. Prince Eric

Prince Eric is the human that Ariel falls in love with in Disney's The Little Mermaid. Theirs is a forbidden love, since mermaids like Ariel aren't allowed to have any contact with the human world. Eric might be a prince, but that hasn't stopped him from learning how to perform duties on a ship ...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:50:51

57. Beef Enchiladas

I love enchiladas, particularly beef enchiladas. My mom would make them every so often as a treat. Hers were the best, easily restaurant quality. Then I got married and moved to another state. That meant if I wanted to enjoy those same enchiladas every so often, I needed to learn how to cook the...
Food & Cooking - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:36:41

58. Buzz Lightyear

Buzz Lightyear is probably the most popular character from the movies Toy Story and Toy Story 2, and for good reason: He's a cool toy with all sorts of features, and he's good at playing the part of a heroic space cop.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:16:52

59. We Love A Bug's Life

I can't believe this movie came out over a decade ago. I remember watching A Bug's Life for the first time and being blown away by the details, the colors, and Pixar's ability to make insects into appealing characters that don't make you go "Ew, a bug, kill it!" Although Pixar has made other won...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:12:46

60. Strawberries: All About the Sweet Strawberry

Do you love fat, juicy strawberries? You're not the only one! The strawberry is the most popular berry in the world, though technically it's not a berry. In fact, it's not even a fruit! It's actually an enlarged receptacle of a flower. The real fruits are those little seed-like things embedded in...
Food & Cooking - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 17:03:41

61. Glass Marbles

Do you love glass marbles? I sure do. There are tons of varieties, but my favorite kinds of marbles are large, colorful, and slightly iridescent. You can stare into these beautiful glass balls and lose yourself in them. It's almost like another world trapped inside.
Arts & Design - Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:00:28

62. Airline Lost Your Luggage! Now What?

So you waited and waited at the baggage carousel, watching as everyone else got their bag and went on their merry way. Now you're the last one there, and you don't have your bag! What do you do now? Stay calm, don't panic. This page will tell you what to expect and how to get by in the meantime.
Travel & Places - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:30:04

63. Sonic the Hedgehog 2

I can still remember how thrilling it was when my mother gave me a Sega Genesis. It was the first video game console I ever owned, and I played it for years until it wouldn't go any more. Sonic the Hedgeog 2 was the first Sega game I played, and I loved it. The game was bright, colorful, fast, an...
Video Games - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:36:40

64. Guybrush Threepwood

�"Hi there, I'm Guybrush Threepwood, a mighty pirate!" Guybrush Threepwood is the main character from the Monkey Island computer game series by LucasArts. He starts off as a pirate wannabe, and doesn't have the qualities you'd expect in a dashing buccaneer. He's intimidated by seagulls ("It might...
Video Games - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:23:30

65. The Best Pastry Chef Business Cards on Zazzle

If you run a bakery or a catering business, you need a business card. If you're a personal chef, you should have business cards to give out. If you're an out-of-work pastry chef, or even someone who's just getting started as a baker, you should STILL have business cards. Think of them as network...
Business & Work - Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:26:13

66. Mr. Spock: The Best First Officer Ever

In the original Star Trek TV series, the ever-logical Mr. Spock is both the first officer and science officer of the USS Enterprise. Though he is half-Vulcan and half-human, he identifies himself as a Vulcan. Privately, he struggles between his strictly logical Vulcan-self and his emotional, more...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:29:42

67. Disney Silly Symphonies - The Pied Piper

From Snow White to Beauty and the Beast, Disney is synonymous with fairy tales. But long before Disney started making full length animated films, the studio was borrowing from fairy tales to create Silly Symphony cartoons such as this one: The Pied Piper. The town of Hamelin is overrun by rats, ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 05:48:59

68. Disney Silly Symphonies - The Skeleton Dance

This Silly Symphony cartoon features skeletons dancing around in a graveyard. It's fun yet spooky, and has often been brought back to the Disney Channel around Halloween. Released in 1929, The Skeleton Dance was the first ever Silly Symphony cartoon short.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:49:35

69. Best Books for Learning Spanish

I was fed up with Dicho y Hecho, the textbook I was obliged to use for my Spanish 101 class. Instead of well-organized chapters that explained the Spanish language in a logical and straightforward way, I saw cluttered pages full of pictures, cultural side notes, multiple font styles, and tutti-fr...
Education - Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:14:05

70. Go Away Doormats for Sale

If you're constantly harassed by neighbors, evangelists, and annoying in-laws, then you probably don't want a "welcome" mat. That would give them the wrong idea. You want an UNWELCOME mat--a Go Away Doormat! Then maybe they'll finally leave you alone. As long as they don't reach the conclusion t...
Home & Garden - Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:34:56

71. Squishy Stress Balls

I love squishy things, don't you? It's fun to squeeze squishy stress balls and watch them bulge into weird shapes. The more rubbery and gooey and colorful they are, the better! A squishy toy is a safe target for all your anger and aggression; it won't complain if you sink your claws into it. (I ...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:16:39

72. The Benefits of Teleconferences

If you have clients and associates around the globe, how do you do business with them all? Having business meetings isn't the most practical solution. It means coordinating everyone's schedules, buying plane tickets, making hotel arrangements, and fighting traffic. On top of that, there are doze...
Business & Work - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:18:35

73. Disney Silly Symphonies - The Grasshopper and the Ants

A cute little cartoon based on one of Aesop's fables. Most of us know the story of the grasshopper who played and sang away the summer, while the ant worked hard to store food for the winter. The grasshopper perished in the cold winter snow, while the ant was able to survive. Of course, things p...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:47:24

74. Princess Dot

In Pixar's A Bug's Life, Dot is Princess Atta's little sister. She's cute and spunky, but it bothers her that she can't even fly yet. She befriends Flik and has faith in him, even when no one else thinks much of him.
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 05:42:44

75. Disney's Mulan

When the Hun armies invade China, a young woman named Fa Mulan disguises herself as a man, runs away from home, and fights for her country. She does it to protect her aging father, who has no sons to go in his place. But she is also trying to prove herself and do something worthwhile. Mulan is o...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:29:16

76. All About Neopets

Want a pet that's low maintenance, won't die, and won't leave "surprises" for you on the carpet? Then you just might want your very own Neopet. Neopets is a huge virtual pet site, but there's more to it than cute little critters. You can also play games, collect rare objects, go on quests, build...
Video Games - Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:06:50

77. Peeps or Cadbury Creme Eggs?

Peeps or Cadbury Creme Eggs? Cadbury eggs: Creamy, gooey, chocolatey goodness. Peeps: Jet fuel in marshmallow form. You can't have a proper Easter without Just Born Peeps or Cadbury creme eggs. But while Peeps have that cute baby chick thing going for them, Cadbury chocolate eggs are decadent w...
Food & Cooking - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:32:29

78. My Little Pony Twilight Sparkle

Twilight Sparkle is a bookworm: She loves to read and study magic. She was so obsessed with her books that she never made time for anything else. Twilight's mentor, Princess Celestia, sent her away to Ponyville to oversee the Summer Sun Festival and make some friends for a change. Twilight ended ...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:59:08

79. Rats as Pets: Why I Love Rats

When you think of rats, what comes to mind? Big, scary, greasy rodents that scurry around in sewers? Carriers of the plague? Rats are one of the world's most misunderstood critters. As pets they're clever, amusing, affectionate creatures that are no dirtier than your average hamster. They're eas...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 01 Jul 2011 06:20:42

80. Common Newbie Squidoo Mistakes News!

Making a Squidoo lens is easy. Making a good Squidoo lens, well, that's another story. A lot of Squidoo newbies ask veterans to critique their lenses, and most of these lenses are not nearly as good as they could be. (There are exceptions!) Hopefully this lens will help new lensmasters avoid som...
Squidoo Community - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:22:51

81. A Small Orange Web Hosting

A Small Orange is a web hosting company that I've used for over a year. So far I've been very pleased. I've used several web hosts since the year 2000, and I'd have to say that A Small Orange is probably the best one I've used in terms of price and value. Here's what I've been getting for just $...
Internet - Sat, 05 Jul 2008 04:52:22

82. Women's Tinker Bell Costumes

Who says only little girls can play dress-up? Well, fortunately ladies can have fun too. There are several Tinker Bell costumes for adults to choose from! Perfect if you want to do mother-daughter fairy costumes for Halloween, or just dress up for the sheer fun of it.
Holidays & Celebrations - Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:53:37

83. Chocolate Brownie Tips

Do you love brownies? I sure do. Every now and then I get this uncontrollable urge to eat some brownies... which of course won't happen unless I go to the trouble of making them. Read on for some tips for making tasty chocolate brownies!
Food & Cooking - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:41:30

84. The King | Disney Pixar Diecast Cars

In Pixar's Cars movie, The King is a veteran on the race track. His much-coveted sponsor is Dinoco, an oil company. He's one of the best, having won seven Piston Cups.
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 18 May 2009 03:02:36

85. Giant Microbes - E. Coli

Giant Microbes are plush toys made to look like microbes such as algae, white blood cells, or in this case... E. coli! Isn't it adorable? For a fuzzy tentacled thing, that is. Giant Microbes are great gifts for budding scientists, geeks, and children who are just interested in learning more abou...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:26:43

86. The Devil Ducky Shopping Gallery

I dare you to gaze into the devil duck's beady eyes and tell me you don't see evil lurking within. The devil duck might be evil, but he's also cute. Evil and cute--a dangerous combination. The devil duck can use his beguiling charm to lull you into a false sense of security before he puts his evi...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:42:00

87. Disney Silly Symphonies - The Wise Little Hen

In the Silly Symphony cartoon The Wise Little Hen, a mother hen asks Peter Pig and Donald Duck to help her plant her corn. "Who, me?" they each exclaim. "Oh, no! I got a bellyache!" In the end, the little hen and her chicks have to do all the work themselves... although Donald and Peter are more...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:56:55

88. Donald Duck Gallery

Do you love Donald Duck? So do I, and it's rather annoying that Donald Duck T-shirts are difficult to find. You can't even guarantee that a Disney store will have one. Fortunately, Zazzle is a good source for just about any kind of Donald Duck t-shirt you want. Or if you prefer, you can get Dona...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:18:28

89. Mike Wazowski

A small monster built like a tennis ball, Mike Wazowski works as Sulley's assistant on the scare floor at Monsters Inc. Sulley's job is to scare children, whose screams power the city; Mike's job is to summon the closet doors for Sulley to go through. Mike is chatty and generally good-natured. H...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:32:24

90. "Fun Facts" about TSA Body Scanners and Pat-Downs

America is in an uproar over the new full body scanners and pat-down procedures that have been implemented in 69 airports nationwide as of November 2010. Many argue that the virtual strip searches and pat-downs are invasive, unjust, and violate the Fourth Amendment. Yet on the other side of the ...
Travel & Places - Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:02:14

91. King Triton

King Triton is the ruler of Antlantica, the city of the merfolk. His magical trident gives him great power: He can create whirlpools, summon storms, transform people, destroy things, etc. He is a stern but loving father of seven daughters: Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Attina, Adella, Alana, and Arie...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 27 Sep 2008 07:44:29

92. Disney's The Little Mermaid II

I imagine some suit over at Disney said, "You know, we haven't made a sequel for The Little Mermaid yet. We'll make it a direct-to-DVD release, which is of course faster and cheaper to produce, and then-- "Huh? The plot? Eh, let's make it about Ariel's daughter or something. We can rehash the st...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:41:02

93. The Little Mermaid Halloween Costumes

Want to dress up as Ariel from The Little Mermaid? Unfortunately a truly authentic Ariel costume would make it impossible to walk and go trick-or-treating, but it's possible to get a Little Mermaid costume that gives the illusion of fins. Have a look at some of these Little Mermaid costumes for ...
Holidays & Celebrations - Sat, 27 Sep 2008 08:53:18

94. Syndrome

Syndrome is the villain from The Incredibles who hatches an evil plot: Create the perfect destroying machine, use it to destroy super heroes, unleash it on helpless civilians, then destroy it and look like a super hero.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:12:09

95. Abel's Island by William Steig

Abel is a mouse of leisure. He wears elegant clothes, has a charming wife, gets an allowance from his wealthy mother, and doesn't have to do a bit of work. But then one day Abel is blown away by a storm while trying to retrieve his wife's scarf, and ends up stranded on an island in the middle of ...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:08:15

96. Muppet Show Music Videos

The Muppet Show was a lark! It was produced by Jim Henson from 1976 to 1981, and was a vaudeville/opera/variety show for Muppets. The Muppets sang their own slapstick versions of songs such as 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover, Danny Boy, and Feelings. They even had human guest stars on the show such a...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:24:16

97. An Introduction to Squidoo

Squidoo is a place that lets you build mini sites for free. These mini sites are called "lenses," although I also like to think of them as web articles on steroids. Many people use Squidoo to write about their hobbies and passions. It's also a way to get the word out about something, such as a we...
Squidoo Community - Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:50:10

98. Rubber Duck Shirts, Hats, Aprons, and Other Gift Items on Zazzle

What bathroom is complete without some cheerful rubber duckies to help brighten up the place? A tub without a ducky is like a cupcake without icing. A pancake without syrup. A yin without a yang. Or something like that. Rubber ducks are fun, cheerful, happy things. They're for the young and youn...
Arts & Design - Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:29:01

99. The Little Mermaid: Part of Your World Lyrics

Look at this stuff Isn't it neat? Wouldn't you think my collection's complete? Wouldn't you think I'm the girl The girl who has everything? Look at this trove Treasures untold How many wonders can one cavern hold? Looking around here you'd think Sure, she's got everything I've got gadgets and g...
Music - Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:41:50

100. Disney Fairy Books

Do you know someone who loves Tinker Bell and other Disney fairies? Maybe you're a fan yourself. If so, you should have a look at some of these beautiful fairy books! Oh, and if you're looking for fairy coloring books or guides on how to draw Disney fairies, you'll find a couple of those here too.
Books, Poetry & Writing - Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:21:47

101. Bilbo Baggins

Bilbo Baggins of the Shire is a remarkable hobbit, though few would have guessed his potential. He was a well-to-do, comfortable bachelor of fifty when he somehow found himself roped into an adventure that would involve a wizard, dwarves, elves, trolls, goblins, giant spiders, and a dragon. A co...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:34:58

102. Disney Silly Symphonies - The Old Mill

The Old Mill is one of Disney's most beautiful, realistic, and atmospheric Silly Symphony cartoon shorts. It is the first Disney cartoon to make use of the multiplane camera, giving it realism and depth. It's the story of an abandoned mill, which is now a home for wildlife such as field mice, sp...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:47:54

103. Critter Nation: One of the Best Rat Cages Ever

Before I adopted my first rats, I spent several weeks shopping online for the best rat cages. After a while I had my choices narrowed down to a Martin cage and a Critter Nation. Although Martin's cages are much loved in the rat community, the Critter Nation gets rave reviews too. It's spacious, ...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:10:05

104. Wall-E

Wall-E stands for Waste Allocation Load Lifter - Earth class. And that pretty much describes the function of this little robot: His job is to clean up the mess the humans made before they went into space. Although Wall-E is just one of many robots left behind to clean up the pollution, he's the ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 23 Dec 2011 20:12:53

105. Princess Atta

It's not easy being a princess, especially if you're a fretful perfectionist like Atta, and especially if grasshoppers are extorting your colony for food. Oh, yeah, and that Flik guy with his crazy inventions doesn't help matters either.
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:20:11

106. Aragorn News!

Aragorn is the leader of the Fellowship of the Ring. Though he is from an ancient line of kings, he spends most of his life in exile so that Sauron won't find him. But when the time is right, he is ready to take back the throne and reunite the kingdoms of Middle Earth.
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:30:58

107. Flik

Flik is the hero in Pixar's A Bug's Life. He's an ant who's full of ideas and loves building things. Although he has the best intentions, his inventions always seem to backfire. At first he's the most unpopular bug on Ant Island, but he proves himself in the end.
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:20:02

108. Possessive Adjectives in Spanish

MY fluffy cat. OUR devil chicken. YOUR moldy cheese You can't say any of those things in Spanish unless you know some possessive adjectives. Well, and maybe a few other words too, like gato velloso, pollo diablo, and queso mohoso.
Education - Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:18:06

109. Lightning McQueen Disney Pixar Diecast Cars

Seeing as how Lightning McQueen is the starring character of Pixar's Cars, I guess it shouldn't be surprising that there are a TON of diecast versions of him. There's one where he's covered with dirt, another with cactus, another where he's sticking his tongue out, and even one where he's wearing...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:19:11

110. Why I'm Not Following You on Twitter

When it comes to Twitter, many people feel obliged to automatically follow all their followers. It's their personal code of etiquette. However, many others won't do the same. It may sound rude or snobby, but it's true: If someone doesn't recognize you, or if your tweets don't appeal to them, the...
Internet - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:11:26

111. We love Corpse Bride News!

Victor Van Dort and Victoria Everglot have never met, and they are about to be married. That is, if poor Victor can learn to say his vows correctly. After being reprimanded by the pastor and glared down by his future in-laws, Victor flees to a graveyard where he practices his vows. In the process...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:01:20

112. Sonic SatAM TV Show

Sonic the Hedgehog first debuted in his own Sega Genesis video game in 1991, and it wasn't long before the speedy blue hedgehog was starring in his own TV shows. One Sonic show, Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog, was a slapstick kiddie cartoon that most Sonic fans prefer not to think about. The ot...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 19:09:32

113. George's Secret Key to the Universe

Ever wish you could ride a comet or see the rings of Saturn up close? George gets to do all that when he meets his new neighbors and their marvelous computer, which is capable of opening doorways to the universe. But exploring outer space is a dangerous business, what with all the asteroid fields...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 07:48:43

114. Designs by Victoria on Zazzle

Lately I've been creating images of cute little critters and putting them up for sale on t-shirts, hats, iPhone cases, and other gift items available on Zazzle, a "Print On Demand" (POD) company. They're fun to make, and it's gratifying and kind of cool to think that somewhere in the world, someo...
Arts & Design - Mon, 02 Jan 2012 22:19:50

115. Disney Silly Symphonies - Flowers and Trees

Flowers and Trees is a Silly Symphony Disney cartoon that tells the story of three trees. Two of them are in love with each other, but an old stump of a tree tries to come between them. Produced in 1932, Flowers and Trees was a technological marvel at the time: It was the first cartoon to ever b...
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:27:16

116. Neopets Uni

OK, I admit it: I have a wee bit of a soft spot for unicorns and winged horses. I was obsessed with them as a little girl. Drew hundreds of unicorn pictures, wrote stories about unicorns, even had a few My Little Pony toys. I outgrew that phase a long time ago. But when I created a new Neopets a...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Fri, 13 Aug 2010 06:20:21

117. Miles Tails Prower

Tails is Sonic the Hedgehog's little sidekick, who first appeared in the Sega game "Sonic 2" in 1992. The two-tailed fox can fly by twirling his tails together. In the game series he's usually an eight-year-old prodigy who can fix machines and fly a plane. Fortunately he's a good-natured kid who...
Video Games - Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:49:04

118. Fievel Goes West

Fieval Goes West is the sequel to American Tale. Fievel's family decides to move way out West where there's more sunshine, clean air, and golden opportunities--or at least that's what they've been told. They are just one of the many mice families who buy train tickets to a town called Green River...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:31:01

119. GIANTmicrobes: Cute or Disturbing Toys? News!

GIANTmicrobes: Cute or Disturbing Toys? Who in the world thought that deadly microbes that make up illnesses and viruses such as malaria or chicken pox would make good plushies? Whoever came up with Giant Microbes was a genius. They make good gifts for geeks or anyone who has a slightly odd sense...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:48:30

120. The Future of Airport Security in America

We've all heard the arguments in favor of full body scanners and pat-downs at the airport. If you don't like these new security measures that are being thrust upon you, then you either have something to hide, feel ashamed of your body, or you're one of those heat-packing, chest-thumping Republica...
Travel & Places - Tue, 23 Nov 2010 06:47:04

121. Ear Candles: The Dumbest Folk Medicine Remedy Ever

So what are ear candles? Basically, they are long tube-shaped candles that you stick in your ears. The idea is that the burning candle will clean your ears for you by drawing out the earwax. Only problem is, it doesn't really work. Worst of all, it is very dangerous. There is the risk of hot cand...
Healthy Living - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:51:26

122. PC and Video Games that Changed My Life

I grew up watching my Dad play computer games, and it wasn't long before I was hooked too. I spent many happy hours losing myself in games like Monkey Island, Star Control II, and Ultima VII. For better or worse, these games helped define who I am today. This is a list of what I consider some of...
Video Games - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:18:29

123. Disney Silly Symphonies - Three Little Pigs

The Three Little Pigs was one of Disney's most popular Silly Symphony cartoons. It made such a splash after it was released in 1933 that it ran in the theaters for months, and it won the 1933 Academy Award for best animated film. The song "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?" became something of an...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:52:58

124. Eowyn

Eowyn is a shieldmaiden of Rohan and King Theoden's niece. Though she longs to fight for her people, she isn't permitted to go to war. When the Rohirrim ride out to do battle with Sauron's minions at Gondor, Eowyn disguises herself as a young man and goes with them.
Entertainment & Media - Mon, 11 Jul 2011 05:54:57

125. Mr. Incredible

Mr. Incredible (AKA Bob Parr) may not be able to fly, but his incredible strength more than makes up for it. He can leap tall buildings, pry mighty trees from the ground, and pick up cars with little effort.
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:26:56

126. Mittens

Mittens is the scrappy alley cat from the movie Bolt. She meets up with Bolt, a lost and delusional dog from a Hollywood set who's convinced he's a super hero and that his owner was captured by the Green Eyed Man. Bolt decides Mittens is one of the bad guys and captures her so that she can take h...
Entertainment & Media - Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:29:25

127. Gobo Fraggle

No fraggle is as brave or adventurous as Gobo Fraggle -- except maybe his famous uncle, Traveling Matt, who sends Gobo postcards describing his amazing adventures in Outer Space. Gobo loves reading his Uncle Matt's postcards and exploring the tunnels in Fraggle Rock. When something goes wrong, G...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:56:27

128. Fraggle Rock

In 1983, the Jim Henson Company introduced a rockin' television series for kids: Fraggle Rock! Fraggles are fun-loving creatures who love to sing, dance, and play all day. They live in a series of caves known as Fraggle Rock, a world that lies somewhere between the Kingdom of Gorgs and Doc's wor...
Entertainment & Media - Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:31:59

129. Faramir

Faramir is Boromir's younger brother and the son of Denethor II, the Steward of Gondor. Although Faramir resembles Boromir in looks, he is the more scholarly and reserved of the two brothers. Denethor is scornful of his youngest son and sees him as less capable than Boromir. In reality, Faramir ...
Entertainment & Media - Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:44:33

130. Wrangler Jeans

Apart from cowboy boots and Stetson hats, few things are more Western than Wrangler jeans. They were meant to be work jeans from the very start, which means they don't just look good, they wear well. Even now, they are made to last.
Fashion & Beauty - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:26:11

131. We Love Lady And The Tramp

Lady and the Tramp is a Disney movie about two dogs from different worlds. Lady is a proper cockerspaniel who lives with a well-to-do family, while Tramp is a footloose mongrel who makes his home wherever he can. They eventually fall in love and have an adventure. This movie is probably most famo...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:45:05

132. Spanish Subject Pronouns

Pronouns are useful. Thanks to pronouns, you don't have to keep using someone's name all the time when you're talking about them. "Bob got up, then Bob brushed Bob's teeth, then Bob had breakfast..." that would get old real quick. The Spanish language works in such a way that you don't use prono...
Education - Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:15:58

133. Sonic The Hedgehog

Sonic is a speedy blue hedgehog who first appeared in "Sonic the Hedgehog," a sidescroller video game that was released for the Sega Genesis console. Since then, he has been Sega's mascot. He has appeared in many video games, TV shows, and comics. There have even been Sonic dolls and toys! He's ...
Video Games - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:23:17

134. Sauron

Sauron is the major villain in the Lord of the Rings trilogy who must be defeated. The only way to do that is to destroy the One Ring, and the only way to destroy the One Ring is to throw it into Mount Doom where it was forged. Unfortunately Mount Doom happens to be in Mordor, Sauron's base of op...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:41:41

135. Novelty Candy Pillows

I have a weakness for chocolate... and candy in general. I can't resist the occasional milk chocolate bar or Hershey's Kiss. I also love being surrounded by comfy pillows and blankets. Well, as it turns out, candy and pillow-lovers like me can have the best of both worlds: You can decorate your b...
Home & Garden - Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:15:18

136. Brighton Jewelry: Beautiful Silver Jewelry

If you love beautiful silver jewelry that looks and feels like it will last forever, you should see what Brighton has to offer. Brighton jewelry is high quality: Much of it is handcrafted. It's classy: It will always be in style. Read on to see examples of Brighton jewelry and learn more about t...
Fashion & Beauty - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:01:55

137. Pet Rat Cages: What to Look For, What to Avoid

If you're getting pet rats, it's important to have a good cage ready for them. Although there are lots of pet rat cages to choose from, many of them are too small or poorly designed. I spent weeks researching the options before I finally decided on a Critter Nation. Some things to consider when ...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:15:20

138. Reebok Princess Shoes

Reebok Princess shoes have been my favorite shoes for a few years now. They're simple, comfortable, and durable. I'm hard on my shoes, too: I walk all the time to work, to the library, to the store, etc. I've never had a pair of Reebok Princess shoes fall apart on me, and I only replace them when...
Fashion & Beauty - Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:52:26

139. Tips for Choosing a Writing Journal

Anyone can benefit from writing in a journal or notebook. Writing down your thoughts and emotions can be most beneficial: It helps you clarify your thoughts, organize your ideas, and relieve stress. It's also a good way to help you remember things. Writers especially benefit from keeping a journa...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:19:02

140. Holes by William Sachar

Convicted of a crime he didn't commit, Stanley Yelnats gets a choice: He can go to jail, or he can go to Camp Green Lake. Stanley decides Camp Green Lake sounds better than jail. Unfortunately, it's a juvenile detention facility where boys are forced to dig holes in the boiling sun every day. Bu...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:11:24

141. No Soliciting Signs On Sale

I don't know about you, but I get pretty sick of salesmen and activists coming to my door. I don't like dealing with some pushy guy who wants me to buy a magazine subscription, and I'd rather not be told by some random stranger how to vote. Well, that's where a "no soliciting" sign comes in hand...
Business & Work - Thu, 21 Jul 2011 04:42:06

142. Schulz and Peanuts: A Biography by David Michaelis

Who was Charles M. Schulz, the man behind Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the Peanuts gang? What made him tick, and where did he get his inspiration? Those are some of the questions David Michaelis tries to answer in this biography, Schulz and Peanuts. Although the biography'...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:39:45

143. Tinker Bell Movie

In October 2008, Disney released Tinker Bell's first movie direct to DVD. It tells the story of Tinker Bell's life before she met Peter Pan. She tries to find her place in Pixie Hollow, where fairies use their different talents to bring Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter to the world. Tinker Bell ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:21:27

144. What is Facebook?

Facebook is a social networking site that makes it easy for you to keep in touch with friends, co-workers, and people who share the same interests as you. You can create a personal profile, upload pictures, write notes, and send messages to your friends. Facebook is functionally like MySpace, bu...
Internet - Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:05:41

145. Tips for Hiring a Freelance Writer

If you're a business owner, you need copy that convinces people to buy your products or services. If you're a job hunter, you need a query letter that persuades someone to give you a job interview. If you own a website, you need content that people will enjoy reading. Maybe you can write your own...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:45:02

146. Squidoo Star Ratings News!

Note: This lens is no longer relevant to the Squidoo lens rating system and only remains for historical interest. Once upon a time, the star rating system stirred up drama and woe for lensmasters who wondered why someone had only given their lens one star, or even why someone gave them only three...
Squidoo Community - Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:13:14

147. Get Your Own Leg Lamp from A Christmas Story

One of the most memorable scenes in the holiday movie A Christmas Story is when Ralphie's father receives his prize for solving a crossword puzzle. The "major award" turns out to be a leg lamp, complete with a fishnet stocking. The old man is ecstatic: "What a great lamp! Oh wow!" Ralphie's mom i...
Holidays & Celebrations - Sat, 06 Aug 2011 16:16:56

148. Disney Fairy Costumes for Girls: Dress Like Tinker Bell!

It's not anywhere near Halloween yet, and the Disney Tinker Bell movie isn't coming out until October. That means it's hard to find costumes of your child's favorite fairy! Fortunately, there are some Disney fairy costumes available online. If your child wants to play fairy dress-up, have a look...
Holidays & Celebrations - Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:47:06

149. Francis

Francis is the ladybug character from Pixar's A Bug's Life. He's also one of the circus clowns that the ants of Ant Island mistake for warriors. The big problem Francis has is that everyone who sees him for the first time assumes he's a girl. Francis' coping mechanism is to act like a tough guy,...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 26 Dec 2008 06:53:14

150. The Drawbacks of Being a Freelance Writer

If you want to be a freelance writer, there are a lot of resources that will tell you how to go about it. Many of them are quite good. However, while they usually make a point of telling you how great it is to make money with your own writing, they don't always mention all the sucky things about ...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:43:33

151. 6 Red Hot Tips to Get Your Articles Read News!

Most people don't like reading articles that are boring, confusing, or poorly written. An article is supposed to share information, and if no one bothers to read it, it's a waste. You have to write good articles if you want people to read them. It doesn't have to be hard. Once you get the hang o...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 07:55:04

152. We love Groundhog Day

Phil Connors (Bill Murray) is a weatherman who has to do a broadcast about the famous groundhog of Punxsutawney. Will the groundhog see his shadow? Phil couldn't care less. It becomes the least of his worries when he wakes up the next day to discover that it's February 2nd-- again! It's like the ...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:43:45

153. Online Avatars: Are Real Photos Better?

It's a good idea to have a unique avatar that identifies you online. It looks pretty lame to stick with a default "nobody" image on Squidoo, for example. When you consistently write stuff that people enjoy reading, they start recognizing your avatar. But should you use a real photograph of yours...
Internet - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:25:37

154. Boromir

Boromir was a member of the Fellowship of the Ring and a captain of Gondor. He was Denethor's oldest son, Faramir's brother, and a warrior. The One Ring worked hard to bend Boromir to its will. Boromir desired the Ring as a weapon to give his people strength to repel Sauron, and eventually he tr...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:59:10

155. American Eve: Evelyn Nesbit, Stanford White

This is a biography about Evelyn Nesbitt, the "It" girl from the last turn of the century. She was considered one of the most beautiful girls in the world. Most people who are familiar with Evelyn Nesbit's name were introduced to her in the movie Ragtime. However, the girl presented in this book...
Books, Poetry & Writing - Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:37:56

156. The Roller Racer and the Flying Turtle Riding Toy

When I was little, I had the coolest toy ever. You sat on the low seat, put your feet on the handle bars, and twisted the bars from side to side until you were zooming all over the place. It wasn't a useful means of transportation, but dang, it was fun. I called it a "Wham-O," not realizing that...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:21:08

157. Disney's Mulan II

A month has passed since Fa Mulan saved China, and now she is engaged to General Li Shang. But the wedding will have to be put off, because the Emperor of China has a mission for Mulan and Shang: They must escort the Emperor's three daughters to another kingdom, where they will marry princes. The...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:23:31

158. Napoleon XIV: They're Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa Lyrics

Remember when you ran away and I got on my knees and begged you not to leave because I'd go berserk? Well! You left me anyhow and then the days got worse and worse and now you see I've gone completely out of my mind. And, They're coming to take me away, ha-haaa, they're coming to take me away, h...
Music - Wed, 18 Jun 2008 23:26:44

159. My Pet Rats

"We have rats." "Oh, I'm sorry, that sucks," people say, thinking we're talking about a rodent infestation. "No, no, we keep them as pets." "Why?" Yes, some people are puzzled as to why anyone would keep rats as pets, but that's OK. At least I know how cute and fun they can be. We own three b...
Pets & Animals - Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:02:30

160. Daylight Saving Time Sucks

On May 5th I looked out the window and saw that it was still very light out. The time was 8:30 PM. It felt unnatural. In the US we observe Daylight Saving Time (DST): We change our clocks an hour ahead on the second Sunday of March, then we adjust them an hour back on the last Sunday in October....
Culture & Society - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 19:14:13

161. House Dragons

They're very tiny dragons, rarely growing more than two inches tall. They're called "house dragons" because they are fond of living with or near humans, although they don't always reveal themselves. They know how to stay just out of sight when they want to. House dragons can be almost any color, ...
Arts & Design - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:53:59

162. Quiz: Fraggle Rock

Are you a Fraggle Rock fan? Think you could keep up with Gobo in the tunnels, or out-swim Red, or sanitize socks to Boober's satisfaction? Luckily you don't have to do any of those things. Instead, test your knowledge! Find out how much you REALLY know about the magical world of Fraggle Rock.
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 19:11:16

163. Top Ten Gift Ideas for Writers

Have you been racking your brain to pick out the perfect gift for the writer in your life? Writers aren't so hard to shop for, actually. Most of them could always use a new blank journal or a new set of pens. But there are also a few special gifts you might consider. Read on for some ideas!
Books, Poetry & Writing - Sat, 09 Jul 2011 16:23:57

164. Designs by Victoria: Stars, Hearts, and Rainbows

Shooting stars. Bright red Valentine's Day hearts. Rainbow colors. You'll find 'em all here! Each design is available on a T-shirt, mug, mousepad, and a wide variety of other products. Each item is fully customizable: You can play with the text and add your own name, a special message, or whateve...
Arts & Design - Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:58:01

165. The Chronological Donald, Volume 2 (Walt Disney Treasures)

For Donald Duck, the 1940s were a golden age. This was when his popularity really surged, especially once he started appearing in World War II propaganda cartoons. The Chronological Donald, Volume 2, is a DVD collection of Donald Duck cartoons spanning from 1942 to 1946. It also includes special...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 29 Nov 2008 02:23:31

166. Spathi Alien Race

The Spathi are an alien race in the Star Control game series. Although they seem rather crustacean-like, they are actually more closely related to our mollusks. A Spathi has a single large eyeball perched on a green stalk protruding from its body, and presumably has a large shell to retreat to wh...
Video Games - Fri, 23 Dec 2011 20:13:58

167. Rubber Ducky Video Showcase

According to Ernie, rubber duckies are cute, adorable, sweet, and make a wonderful sound. Whether or not you agree, rubber duckies are pretty amusing. They're also hams for the camera...
Entertainment & Media - Wed, 02 Jul 2008 05:58:37

168. ESET NOD32 Antivirus System

The problem with most antivirus software is that it's bloatware: It cripples your machine's performance until it runs at the speed of a drunk snail. That's why I use ESET NOD32. Although it isn't as well known, it's lightweight while still being one of the most effective antivirus programs around...
Computers & Electronics - Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:03:11

169. Buyer Beware: Wall-E DVD Won't Play for Everyone!

If you're thinking about getting a Wall-E DVD, be aware that you might have problems with it. Many people including myself have bought the DVD only to discover that it freezes, skips, or won't play at all on their machines. I'm speaking out because a wonderful movie like Wall-E deserves better. ...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 05 Aug 2011 14:13:38

170. Spruce Up Your Squidoo Lens: What Every Lens Needs

Do you want to make your Squidoo lens the best that it can be? Do you want people to give it five star ratings? Do you want your lens to at least get noticed? Here are some tips to help you spruce up your lens and make it look as good as possible!�
Squidoo Community - Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:01:55

171. Victoria Neely

Victoria Neely enjoys writing, Googling obscure topics, playing old computer games, reading good stories, baking things that are bad for her, playing with rats, building Squidoo lenses, and talking about herself in the third person.
Squidoo Community - Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:44:12

172. We love Monty Python And The Holy Grail

Monty Python and the Holy Grail is silly, absurd, ridiculous, and laugh-out-loud funny. If you've never watched the Monty Python troupe before, this is the best thing to start with. It's one silly sketch after another as King Arthur (Terry Gilliam) and his Knights of the Round Table search for th...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:08:09

173. We love Curse Of The Were Rabbit

Wallace and his faithful dog Gromit run a humane pest control business called Anti-Pesto, and they protect the entire village's vegetable crops from ravenous bunnies. Since everyone wants to win the Giant Vegetable Competition, Anti-Pesto is in demand! Then something strange happens: A giant rab...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:52:47

174. Quest for Glory 2: Trial by Fire

In Quest for Glory 2, you continue the adventures of a young hero who recently saved the valley of Spielburg from an evil ogress called Baba Yaga. Now he must save the desert city Shapeir, which faces an even greater doom. Magical elemental creatures will appear one by one to destroy the land. I...
Video Games - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:19:04

175. Building Your Squidoo Fan Club

NOTICE: Squidoo fan clubs no longer exist. This feature was removed in May of 2011. I'm mostly keeping this lens around for historical interest. All Squidoo lensmasters can have their own personal fan clubs. The fan club feature is pretty cool, because it gives you a way to contact people who al...
Squidoo Community - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:49:15

176. The Ultimate Marshmallow Gun Shooters - Hours and Hours of Fun

Water pistol? Boring. Paint gun? Messy. BB gun? You'll shoot your eye out, kid. If you really want something fun, entertaining, and totally delicious, you should get a marshmallow shooter gun. The best part is that you can eat the ammunition!
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:17:17

177. Princess Tiana

Tiana is the heroine of Disney's 2009 animated film "The Princess and the Frog." She's a hardworking young girl with a dream: To open her own restaurant and serve the best gumbo in New Orleans. Unfortunately, Tiana doesn't let herself have any time for fun, dancing, or romance. She's pursuing her...
Entertainment & Media - Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:15:53

178. Hasta La Pasta in Humble, TX

Who needs Olive Garden? I'm headin' over to Hasta La Pasta! The food is great, the portions are generous, the decor is nice, and the service is usually good. Hasta La Pasta is an Italian restaurant in the Humble/Atascocita area, although it also has locations in Spring as well as Katy, TX. But w...
Travel & Places - Mon, 29 Sep 2008 06:11:37

179. Lens Critiques: Giving and Receiving Critiques on the SquidU Forum

Asking for critiques at the SquidU forum is a useful way to find out just how good your lenses are. Other lensmasters can share their experience and tips that will really make your lens shine. However, it could also be a demoralizing experience depending on how much improvement your lens needs a...
Squidoo Community - Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:19:11

180. Glow Necklaces and Glow Bracelets

When I was at Disney World for the first time, my mother gave me a glow necklace. As a little kid, I was completely fascinated by the glow necklace. In fact, I was so busy admiring and playing with it that I completely ignored the fireworks! To this day, glow sticks still hold a bit of fascinati...
Hobbies, Games & Toys - Sun, 24 Jul 2011 03:32:29

181. Definite and Indefinite Articles in Spanish

Like English, Spanish has both definite and indefinite articles. "The cat" becomes "el gato" in Spanish; "a dog" translates to "un perro." But the article changes depending on the gender of the subject. Read on to learn more about definite and indefinite articles.
Education - Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:19:01

182. Quest for Glory 2: Trial By Fire Video Showcase

I loved playing Quest for Glory 2: Trial by Fire. So imagine how pleased I was to discovered a whole collection of Trial by Fire videos on YouTube. When you watch these, you'll get a running commentary from "LateBlt." He explains how the game works, what you need to do, and gives all the charact...
Video Games - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 07:53:39

183. Victoria_Neely's Movie Lensography

I don't watch TV anymore, and I don't go to the theater often. But I do love watching certain movies over and over again, especially animated films. I also enjoy silly, slightly demented movies such as Monty Python and the Holy Grail. There are also a few "serious" movies I gravitate towards. I ...
Entertainment & Media - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 05:38:17

184. Bee Movie Review: It Bugged Me

Meet Barry B. Benson, a bee who's just graduated from college and has a tough decision to make: He has to choose the one job he'll have for the rest of his life. He'd like to be a pollen jock, since they get missions outside of the hive, but those bees are specially groomed for what they do. Barr...
Entertainment & Media - Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:22:20

185. Victoria_Neely's Squidoo Diary

Note: This diary project was abandoned in 2008. It got sad and lonely. Someday I might dust it off and do something with it again. In late April, I decided to create a Squidoo diary lens. It was inspired by bdkz's Squidoo stats lens. Although I liked the idea of having monthly snapshots of my Sq...
Squidoo Community - Sun, 26 Jun 2011 07:58:27

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