The Life and Times of "Tanya"

Hello there, When I was in high school, I was much different than I am now. In fact, I was not only lean, but downright skinny, and it was all thanks to running. I was able to run like crazy and never really get winded, plus the runner's euphoria when I thought I could run forever was the best. While in high school, I was hoping to do a marathon as soon as I turned eighteen, but unfortunately, it never worked out for me, because my fat percentage got so low that I had to stop running...and then I never got back to it. It turned into months of osteoporosis tests, hormone pills, and other horrible things, and really turned me away from running. Since then, I ran competitively a little in college, but ended up never getting back to the same degree of running. Now I just run for fun once in awhile, but it is more for fitness than for anything. Anyway, when I was planning for a marathon, I obviously did a lot of running, including the traditional rise and tapering schedules that m

Another Pay Per Post opportunity where I stand a chance to learn something! Have you ever heard of Dubai? Might you want to buy property in Dubai ? Well, let me tell you about Dubai, then you decide! It has the most people and is the second largest emirate of the United Arab Emirates (which I happen to know is often abbreviated as UAE). Here's the selling points though: hot all year round, nearly no income tax, and pictoresque! This has been a sponosored post.

I just got back from shopping. The mall, the mall, I love the mall! I heard from Suice that there was a new shoe store in the mall. She was kind of right, they are building a new shoe store (I saw the signs), but it isn't open yet. So, it was kind of a wasted trip...but is time ever really wasted when you're having fun at the mall?

So, I took an opportunity review a website called Paylesshomestyle.com. At first, I thought my favorite shoe store was expanding into house wares. I was wrong. Paylesshomestyle.com is a place to get framed art , oil paintings, clocks, sculptures, fountains, and more! They accept Paypal. This is a biggie for me. I don't like giving my credit card info out to a ton of websites, but Paypal I do actually trust. So Paypal has my info, and then they pay for some nice new framed art! Some of their stuff is REAAAALYLLLLY nice. Granted I'm no expert, but I know what I like. Their price range is pretty good too. They have some nice pieces for under $50 and some pieces that would dominate an entire wall in your house for a couple hundred. Depends on what you're looking for I guess! This has been a sponsored post.

I know I shouldn't eat candy bars. Why must I give in to the temptation of candy bars? I think I rationalize that because they are so cheap (like 50 cents), they couldn't do me that much damage. Oh but they do...oh but they do! Maybe someone should pay me money to NOT eat candy bars, then I'd have some real motivation.

Hello there, Well, it's late at night, so I'm just surfing the internet trying to tire myself out, and I came across an awesome site called tata indicom . It turns out that Tata indicom is one of the largest telecom companies in India, and I had not heard about them until tonight. But after reading a little more on their website, it became clear that they are a well established and highly regarded company providing not only cellular phone service, but also much more, including landline phones, broadband internet services and much more. Plus, they seem to be getting better and better and bigger in scope with each day. If you're interested in learning more, you can check out their India broadband forum from their website. Through this forum, you'll be able to learn more about tata's services. Enjoy, and good evening, Tanya Thank you for reading, this has been a sponsored post.

Hello All, I know it's getting late, but I'm staying up thinking about the townhouse I was hoping to purchase and the frustration of waiting to see what the seller is going to do. Right now, it feels like it's entirely in their hands--I cannot even know their identity! Real estate can be a fishy business, especially when one is a first time home buyer and really doesn't know the ropes. At least that's the conclusion I've come to. Tanya

When I worked at a church rectory years ago, the entire house was very drafty, and I remember working right next to the wall heater, as close as I could be, because I was freezing. Thank goodness for that wall heater. Now that I am looking at homes myself, I have to consider the high cost of heating, and it's evident that I might need to look into purchasing wall heaters for the basement and first floor. That's why I'm so glad I came across Desatech Online Outlet Store. It's a great company, where you're pretty much guaranteed to find the heater you were hoping for. I especially like the natural gas solar fusion wall heater , and I think it's the one I'm going to get it. With Desatech, you'll find outlet prices on great items, some of which are factory refurbished. You can be sure you're getting great quality products from them. Thank you for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello, I just went out an bought some of those Entemann's (sp?) 100 calorie packs. I've been seeing so many of their commercials, that I had to find out what all the hype was about. Well, the chocolate chip bites are good...but it's not like 1 pack filled me up, so I needed to use a lot of willpower to avoid a second one. Plus, they are packed with sugar, so I had to brush my teeth right afterward. Anyway, not awesome, but pretty good for the caloric content. I'll have to find some better diet foods, though. Tanya

Happy Sunday, If you're interested in some laughter, then you've come to the right post. I'm here to tell you about Cartoons by Gaspirtz , which is a hilarious cartoons and comics website that I recently found. I'm telling you, when you check this out, you're going to laugh your head off. I certainly did. Below are a few select comics that I especially liked, but you need to check out the site to get the full effect. And for those of you who like to read up on artists, here's the bio for Gaspirtz: http://www.gaspirtzcartoons.com/about Enjoy! Thank you for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

In honor of it being the weekend, I thought I would round up some funny sites for you... the previous one, although on a serious topic, still takes a funny slant. And the next one is just comics for comics sake. Hope you like them! Tanya

Mesothelioma, the type of cancer that may be caused by asbestos, can be a life threatening cancer. Moreover, asbestos is more common--and more dangerous than many people think. Some companies have taken it upon themselves to educate the masses about the dangers of asbestos, and they've chosen to do it through comedy, rather than through dry facts and figures. The site has plenty of medical humor , but integrated into the comedy is information about what you can do to protect yourself from asbestos-induced mesothelioma. So check out their site today, because information is the best cure for ignorance. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello there, I am getting ready to go on a nice long walk, because my friends and I went to a restaurant late last night, and I'm not feeling too good about the amount of food that I ate. Usually a walk helps to destress me and make everything better. Tanya

Bonjourno! If you are one of the many italian students who reads this blog, then this post is for you. I'm so pleased to tell you about a great new website called secchioni.net where italian students can get lots and lots of information and free notes. It's a great idea, and I'm sure it's going to help a lot of students do better this semester. In fact, I should maybe read up on my Italian, because I don't really know many words...prego, ciao, grazie...not much else. I'm going to head over to that site right now, and you should too! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Good morning to all. I had a crazy dream last night, and I'm still feeling a little nauseous from it. Does anyone know much about dreams? I think they're fascinating, and sometimes things happen in my dreams that I cannot possible explain as events or thoughts during the previous day. Tanya

RayBans at BestBuyEyeglasses.com I am a big sunglasses wearer. You won't catch me dead without a pair of sunglasses in the summer time, and I've been known to wear a pair here or there in the winter too (that sentence had a lot of rhyming in it). My favorite brand of sunglasses is RayBan. The RayBans at BestBuyEyeglasses.com are the best priced that I've seen on the internet and they have the widest selection too! This has been a sponsored post.

I just sold an old dresser of mine on Craigslist. I have no use for this anymore, so it was nice to get anything for it! I hope to get a new one when I move, and not having to load the thing up when I move will save some space and hopefully some money on moving costs. Tanya

Do you know what fibromyalgia is? Do you know the signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia ? I didn't until a few minutes ago. Fibromyalgia is an uncurable syndrome that causes widespread pain, stiffness, fatigue, dizziness, menstraul changes, skin problems, depression, and weight gain. Yikes! Especially on that last symptom. It's great that there are websites out there like healthadel.com that provides people with a great resource to find out health information! This has been a sponsored post, thanks for reading! Tanya

I just got back from shopping at the mall. I found a really cute pair of jeans that I definitely wouldn't have fit into 6 months ago! It's a real ego booster to be able to fit into nice clothes like that. Who knows, maybe in another 6 months these new jeans will be too big for me too. Tanya

As I'm sure you know, credit cards play a big part in European and American culture alike. It's hard these days to get by without having a credit card, and almost no one pays in cash anymore! However, if you're going to become a credit card holder, you need to be careful. Many people these days are tens of thousands of dollars in debt, and the reason is because they spent money they didn't have with their credit card. Credit cards offer tons of freedom, but with that comes responsibility. If you think you're ready, then you need to check out this credit card site I found where you can get 0% credit cards , and 0% balance transfers . I haven't seen anything like it! This site is the absolute best place to go for your credit card needs. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Sometimes I get frustrated because my realtor is not lightning fast when it comes to turn around. Like, I'll send her a listing I like, and it takes days for any additional information. But I know that the problem is more me than her, I need to realize that I'm not her only customer! It's hard, though, because this is my first time purchasing a home, and I'm so incredibly excited! Tanya

Hello there, In the past, I've blogged a bit about drug rehab , because I think it's so important that people know the avenues they can take if they're addicted to drugs themselves or if they have friends or family members who are addicts. That's why I'm so happy I found a site called Cordblood-Drugrehab.info. This site has tons of useful information on treating your addiction, support groups, and detox centers. It's got everything you need to know to kick your addiction for good. And if you have a friend who is addicted, you can read all about the signs, symptoms, and treatments, so you know just what to do to help them. Thank you for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Well, I went on a long walk with the dogs, and I'm feeling a little better about myself now. I feel like I should take a proactive approach to weight loss, but in the off chance that I fall short and overeat, then I can switch to reactive mode and do something healthy the next day. That method has been working well for me. Tanya

Hello there, Do you believe in magic? I like to think I am a skeptic, but sometimes the sleight of hand is so great that I cannot imagine how they could actually be tricking me. So I was so excited to find this website: magic secrets exposed ! It's so completely cool to see how magicians actually do their tricks, and once you learn the secrets, some of them seem so obvious! Plus, these are the really cool tricks, like David Blaine's levitation! Open your eyes to magic! You only need to pay a small donation. You'll see the secrets to awesome tricks like Plato's Cursed Triangle , Esmeralda's Crystal Ball , The Missing Dollar , and tons more. If you're interested in knowing all there is to know about magic, then you've GOT to see this! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello there, I have to say, after my little pizza mishap, I'm feeling really bloated today, and I regret eating that. It used to be that I could down 6 pieces no problem, but after only 4 yesterday, I feel horrible. It's like my stomach shrunk or something. Tanya

This Pay Per Post opportunity was awesome. Not only do I get to make some money and help out what I feel now is an AWESOME website, but I got to learn something in the process (and if you guys know me, you know that I can stand to learn a thing or too). The article I got to read about was on Internet Access Providers . There was a lot I never knew about! Wow, there are some better Internet Access Providers than what I have here at home. So, not only did I learn, but maybe I'll be able to upgrade now that I have some more knowledge. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Domino's was having a sale on pizza! I didn't need 3 pizzas (really, I didn't even need 1), but the price was so cheap I just couldn't pass it up. They'll probably be my lunch for the next week or so. I guess I'll have to do some extra exercising!

Hello there, With the cold winter we're going through, who wouldn't want a warm, crackling fireplace to curl up in front of? If you're in the market for a fireplace and the gas logs that come with it, check out the website http://products.desatech.com, and check out the gas logs (especially the vent free gas logs) featured on their site. I looked around, and they had the best quality logs for the price, and they seem like a reputable company. A friend of mine dealt with them before, and said that their customer service was fantastic. So you really have nothing to lose, and a warm fireplace to gain! Now's a great time to buy. Check them out today! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Now my realtor sent a bunch of more listings, and I'm starting to have second thoughts. I like so many of these properties, but there just aren't enough hours in the day to drive around and see all of them. But at the same time, I really want to make a good decision, because this is one of the biggest transactions I'm going to make in my entire life! Tanya

Hello, When you hear VOIP , you probably think of great businesses. And after doing a little research, I came across five companies that I wanted to promote to my readers. The businesses are... Wifi , a great site where you can get all the information you need about purchasing Wifi VOIP , the motherboard, where you can get to tons of great products and companies, all with the click of a button! Video Conferencing ; certainly you've heard of video conferencing, and VOIP's got the best version. I've used it, and I've been pleasantly surprised. It works wonderfully! Secure Networking , which no one can pass up. Security is one of the most important facets of personal networking. Data Centres , where you can get tons of useful information. You truly need to check out these companies, they are all reputable and have superb customer service. I personally recommend each and every one! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Good morning, Wow...I forgot how much I hate moving. But at least there's Craig's list. With a lot of my really large furniture pieces, like my bedroom set, I would rather sell it and get new stuff than pay to have it moved. It's dated anyway, and it'll give me the opportunity to get a great new bedroom. Tanya

Hello there, It seems like these days, every celebrity spends a few weeks a year in rehab. As Americans, it seems like we now accept that, and the process of going to rehab is less stigmatized. In fact, the choice to go to rehab is now lauded in many cases. With that in mind, I wanted to let you all know about Stone Hawk, a great drug detoxification program in which you should participate if you or someone you know is currently addicted to drugs. It's really a wonderful program that has helped many people in the past, and continues to help drug addicts kick the habit. Turn your life around and reclaim your identity. Let the Stone Hawk program help. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello, Well, I'm getting ready to put a bid on this townhouse I like. I think we'll have some room for negotiation, because it's been on the market for 80 days and it's the highest priced property for sale (but only by $100). Anyway, I need to start working with a mortgage lender and all that...yikes. Tanya

Hello there, Interested in seeing a totally great reality show ? Then check out PayPerPost's RockStartUp at www.rockstartup.com. The PayPerPost staff has been doing these segments for a long time now, and their episodes seem to get better every time. One of my favorites is embedded below, it's episode eleven, called "Can't Hardly Weight." It's the most recent one where they do their own version of "The Biggest Loser," and it begins with each staff member weighing in and announcing their weights to the group, which I could never do. I'm still very self conscious about my weight and I don't yet have the ability to get on a scale in front of people. Anyway, it's a great episode that I think you'll like, especially if you are trying to lose weight yourself. I think the girls, Britt and V are in good shape, but everyone has their own ideal weight, and these two are fully determined to lose weight, so they really go all out. I just h

Hello there, I hope you're all doing well. The newest installment of PayPerPost's RockStartup is available, and in it, they talk about their collective effort to lose weight. Some of them seem very slim to me though, so it makes me really wonder what people think of me. Perhaps they wonder why I didn't lose weight sooner, or what's wrong with me that has caused me to get so heavy in the first place. It's very stressing. Tanya

Hello there, If your a business owner, you may already know about osCommerce Template s, but if you haven't heard about them yet, then prepare for an important read! OS Commerce is a great company with lots of opportunities for customers, no matter what their needs are. And if you're just looking for a short commitment, then you can even sign up for a three month, six month, or one year membership, depending on how long you want to download the 70 available osCommerce templates. osCommerce was developed by a businessman named Myles O'Reilly, in March 2006. Myles is also an accomplished author who wrote the popular book, The Programmers' Guide to osCommerce. So you could see that he really knows his stuff, and he's well equipped to help other business people. So you can be assured that you're in good hands, and the templates you get will be unparalleled in quality and value. The best part of the site is the wide range of templates that are available to you wi

Hello there, I was really surprised to find lots of freelance information and opportunities online, but I'm afraid that some or most of the sites are scams. Some of the payouts seem extremely low for the amount of work that is required, but I'm going to go ahead and try a few and see how it turns out. I'll let you know if I come across any gold mines! Tanya

Hello, If you're sick and tired of the winter, one of the best ways to get into a better mood is to start planning your spring or summer vacation. And I've found a wonderful site where you can research vacation rentals . In past posts, I've discussed my latest vacation to Paris, London, and Rome at length. It was my first time in Europe, and I only spent three days in each city, so the vacation was an exciting whirlwind. Of the three cities, my favorite overall was Rome, because of their delicious Italian food (who doesn't like pizza, pasta, and gelato?!), as well as the warmth and hospitality I experienced from the locals I met. In contrast, Paris had the best sights, but I felt like I was intruding when I tried to speak with anyone in my native English. And of course, I loved London, but it was so much like New York City that I almost felt like I hadn't left the country! Sure, that vacation was awesome, but for my next vacation, I want to stay in America. My

Hello all, I hope you're doing well on this fine Tuesday morning. I've decided to take up freelance writing on the side, and since my specialty is box making, I'm looking for some information on technical writing in a manufacturing field. I don't know where I should start, other than Google. Any advice? Tanya

I know it's cold outside, but it'll be spring before you know it, and then it'll be SUMMER! If you're looking forward to a long, languid summer like I am, you can start preparing for the best summer ever by purchasing one of Brookstone's Wireless Outdoor Speaker systems. If you have a pool and hope to entertain this summer, these speakers are essential. Music creates an ambiance and sets the tone for an entire party. With Brookstone's weather-resistant wireless outdoor speakers, you can take your music anywhere! And the entire party will hear your music, thanks to the 150-foot broadcast range. In fact, you can even plug the speakers into your MP3 player and listen to hundreds of tunes without needing to change CDs! You've got to check these out. I guarantee they'll cure your winter blues...and you can use them indoors until the weather breaks. Enjoy your wireless speakers! Tanya Thanks for reading, this post has been sponsored by Brookstone.

I'm so glad that I've learned more and more about mortgages lately, because soon I'll have one of my own, and I don't want to be ignorant about it. Particularly, I hear about people that find themselves paying for their homes three times over because their interest rates are so high. I hope to be able to avoid something like that. Tanya

If you are planning on buying a home, particularly if you are a first time home buyer, you are likely confused by all the conflicting mortgage information you may receive. That's why you need to check out "The One Account," a company that promises to save you money one your mortgage. It addresses the most common problem with mortgage: the fact that many people have mortgages that are humongous and their monthly payments often address only interest, while the principle fails to be reduced. Using One Account Mortgage, you can instead combine your mortgage debt into your normal current account, and your monthly salary is offset against your mortgage balance. In other words, when you have left over income in a particular month, it remains in your account, and is counted towards your mortgage debt. Therefore, the amount of interest you pay is reduced, because it reflects the principle minus your monthly salary. What's more, you can add to this account any savings you h

Hello All, What do you think: should Britney Spears shaving her head and the battle over Anna Nicole Smith's baby still be making the local news? I just think it's so silly and I can't understand why everyone is so interested in these people and their inane behavior. It's like Americans need some kind of royalty, so they assign it to celebrities and pseudo-celebrities. Whatever, Tanya

If you love high tech gadgets and great products to educate, inspire, or even just relax you, then you probably gravitate toward Brookstone when you see their store in the mall. I know I do! Even if it's just because I've been walking around for awhile and I need a leg massage! Brookstone is a great company that is well known, and they're now featuring an online digital photo album that you should check out. If you get a chance to see their digital photo album and you haven't heard of Brookstone before, then now is a great time for you to visit their online store, or head over to a mall to see the products in person. I recommend the Brookstone PictureBook digital photo album, especially if you're looking for a gift to purchase someone in the near future. It's the digital picture frame you can take anywhere! And it's much more comprehensive than a wallet...you can literally store hundreds of photos AND you neverhave to pay any subscription fees. Enjoy

I'm having such a great time with PayPerPost, and I recently learned that there is a new feature in which certain advertisers can "auto approve" your posts. I think this is such a great idea, because the blogger gets the peace of mind that they've been approved right away, plus it's less work for the advertiser. And the really great thing is, it's feedback that I'm doing a good job, and who wouldn't like that? Tanya

With the Information Age that we all live in, it's not surprising that dating sites exist. Lonely people will always find a way to get in touch. But the really amazing thing is the latest bumper crop of particular types of dating sites for particular kinds of people. I've seen sites for different religions, cultures, etc, but lately I came across something really curious: a Millionaire Dating Service . That's right. If you're a millionaire looking for a millionaire to share your millions with, then you have got to check them out. Plus, even if you're not a millionaire, you're guaranteed to get a date with one via this site. Although I'm not one to condone dating with a completely financial motivation, I know many people are hoping to "win the lottery" by dating the right person, so this is the perfect site for you! Enjoy, Tanya

Hello, I hope you're all getting ready for nice Sunday evenings. We're really looking forward to watching our movie, and then maybe going out for coffee. We always have a great time together, and lately Tina has been working really hard and we haven't had time to chat. She said that she had something really exciting to tell me, so I really want to know what it is. Tanya

Let's talk hair removal. How have your experiences with hair removal--be it back hair if your a male or all different kinds of hair if you're a female. Since I'm a female of course, I've had to deal with all kinds of hair removal tactics, and I've particularly had problems with depilatory hair removal creams and the resulting ingrown hairs that they leave behind. I know that shaving, plucking, sugaring, or waxing can leave ingrown hairs more so than depilatory creams, I feel that I tend to remove more hair when I'm using a depilatory cream because it doesn't pull and hurt like other hair removal tactics. The main problem is that depilatory creams don't work well on short hairs, and once I start to get ingrown hairs, I have to pluck them anyway. The worst time was when I ended up getting an infection. Now I just try to love my body, hair and all. At least, that was before I found this great hair removal site. Now I'm thinking I'll even div

Hello there, Since I don't have work tomorrow, I think Tina and I will watch a movie tonight. We are thinking that the 40 year old virgin will be our choice. We'll just rent it at Blockbuster or something. I've already seen it, but Tina hasn't, and I'm willing to see it again. It was totally hilarious. Tanya

Hello there, I recently booked a room with a hotel company that I will not mention, because it was a horrible experience from beginning to end, and I don't want this post to be completely negative. I just want to provide a frame of reference, because while some hotels are overpriced, in less than nice areas, and without the amenities you would come to expect, there are also hotels that promise to fulfill your wishes and they do a great job of it. Have you been lucky enough to find one of those hotels? One of the problems is that people who go to hotels don't go because they are visiting the hotel, but rather because the hotel happens to be near the location that they are traveling to. So the hotel search is often a detail in the entire trip planning process. And given that issue, it's not surprising that people often find themselves in less than perfect hotel rooms. The problem then becomes, the entire trip is a reflection of the hotel, and hotel residents are in a bad

Hello there, I hope you're all having wonderful Sundays, and maybe many of you are lucky enough to have the holiday tomorrow. To celebrate my 25 pound mark, we're having lasagna tonight, and although I'll have to control my portion, it's my first "splurge" night in months! It smells wonderful. Tanya

Hi there, Have you heard of JustSayHi.com? Well, if you're at all into online dating, or if you're even considering it, then this is the most cost effective way to test the waters. Why would it be cost effective you ask? Well, this is the only online dating site that I've ever come across that is completely free! That's right, no registration fees or monthly fees or anything. Plus, for those of you that are worried about security breaches online, you should also know that you don't even need to input your credit card into the system. And it's so easy to sign up, you could do it in minutes, and be on your first date the very next night! Check out JustSayHi.com because you really have nothing to lose, and you might very well have a soulmate to gain. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello there, I'm so pleased with the townhouse that I think I'm going to purchase, and now the really fun thing is that I get to furnish it completely. For one thing, I think I'm going to get a sectional for the living room and have a great entertainment center for all my friends. It's going to be so much fun to make a house a home. Tanya

Hello everyone, Now that Valentine's Day has come and gone for 2007, we can look back and ask the question: was our V-day Fab or Flop? Personally, I didn't have a boyfriend this year to receive a gift from, but my friend Tina and I did go see a great movie and had a good time, so it wasn't a total flop. I hope I have a boyfriend next year though. If you want to read a great article and comment on your own about whether your Valentine's Day was Fab or Flop, then you need to check out Belisi. BELISI on Valentine's is a great, comprehensive article on Valentine's Day that I personally enjoyed, and if you're interested in knowing all there is to know about Valentine's Day, then you've got to check it out. And while you're there, look a little on the Belisi site, where you can find the best fashion ever. Trust me, before Belisi, I was completely fashion-incompetent, and they've really helped me out! Take care, Tanya Thanks for reading, this

Hello there, Well, I'm so excited because I found a townhouse that I really like and that I think I can afford. And I really feel comfortable now that I've found an awesome realtor that understands what I'm looking for. We finally met in person today after emailing for awhile, and she met my dogs too. Now she is going to be really proactive and find some more properties for me, but I think I already found the one I wanted. Tanya

Hello there music lovers, If you're like me, then you know that music is the universal language. Personally, I like all kinds of music, and I especially like when I "discover" bands that are previously unsigned and then I watch them grow in fame. Whether you like rock, hip hop, grunge, metal, jazz, country, or all of these like me, there's a band for you to listen to on unsigned.com. I especially like the Acoustic Bands , which is a new feature on their website. These bands are really pretty awesome, and you might find one that fits you perfectly. And that feeling of pride when you see a band "make it" that you think really deserves it is unbeatable. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello there, A good friend recently called to see if I'd like to go paintballing with them, and it reminded me of the first time I ever played paintball. I had no idea what I was doing, and I went into it thinking that they really could hurt that much. My friend and I went to this place that had all day (8 hour) paintball in this quite woodsy area, and we were really out of our league, because the people playing there had lots of experience, and they were not afraid to shoot the people that were weak (read: us) right out of the trees. So, the first game, I remember that within fifteen minutes--or maybe it was even less--I ended up getting shot on the top of the head and in the hand. And if you've ever played paintball then you know these places are the only ones that aren't covered. So it hurt, to say the least. And my friend ended up getting hit right in the mouthpiece, and he ended up tasting the paintballs, which all made of pure vegetable oil and food coloring and

Hello there, I hope you are all getting ready for a fun Friday night. I will not be doing much this evening, because I need to get up early for a long day of driving. My realtor and I will be looking at around 30 properties tomorrow, because I want to get the best idea of the market that I possibly can. I read in the paper recently that someone saw 60 places before she took one, and I hope to be like that person. You can never be too informed. Tanya

Hi there, From personal experience, I can say that when a virus infects your computer, it's a horrible experience. This happened to me when I was a new computer owner, and unfortunately, I didn't know all about backing things up, and I lost everything. It took months to restore and recover all of my files, and a good number of files were lost forever. It was especially heartbreaking to lose pictures that I really liked. Since then, I've made sure to always backup my computer regularly, but at the same time, it's so important to download free Norton Antivirus if possible. That's why I'm so pleased to tell you about this opportunity for free Norton! Most people know that Norton is the best on the market for antivirus software, but you can also see for yourself by checking out these reviews . So make sure you protect your computer--it's free, what do you have to lose? Tanya Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post.

Hello there, Now that I've been home sick for the past few days due to a virus contracted from another box maker, I really feel like my dogs are becoming more and more attached to me. One of them does this weird low growling thing whenever I so much as look away from her, and the other one needs to be on my lap all the time. This wouldn't work out if they were Great Danes, but luckily, they're only Cairn Terriers. Tanya

Hello there, Since joining PayPerPost last October, I have made nearly $2000 in PayPerPost opportunities. I'm about $115 form the two grand mark, but I'm sure it'll come very quickly, now that the three a day posts are back. And what am I planning on using that money for? A better life! I can't say that it's gone to just one thing, but I am using it for things like nicer clothes, car repairs, and eventually townhouse mortgage payments. I can honestly say that PayPerPost has given me the confidence that I can finally invest in a home, rather than having to pay rent each and every month. Basically, my PayPerPost payments act as a nice safe cushion so I don't need to worry quite as much about when my next paycheck is coming. I'm personally thrilled that PayPerPost has grown this big so quickly, and I think it's just going to get better and better. This is one of the only internet companies where you really do get paid to blog , and not like countless oth

Good morning everyone and happy Friday, Huge upset last night--the townhouse I really liked was owned by a serial murderer in the 1930s. I couldn't possibly live there anymore... Plus, it finally hit me that prices like $300,000 aren't just numbers: they're PRICES I WOULD HAVE TO PAY!! That's a huge commitment! Tanya

Hello there, I remember the years when I had no cares about politics or finances, but that has all changed as I've grown up, and I now find myself very interested in financial news , especially the real estate forecast. Financial news is something that needs to be continually updated, since it evolves over time, so consumers need a great conduit through which they can get the most recent financial news in their locality. That's why I'm so please that Lombard Direct has made a special section on their website that offers all kinds of financial news for interested readers. It's a new feature, so you may not know about it already, but it's definitely worth checking out. The articles are informative, the layout is impressive, and I was able to find great tips about finances that no one has ever told me before. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello again, I will say that PayPerPost has made it much easier for me to consider purchasing a home. I believe that without the extra ~two thousand dollars I've made with PayPerPost, I would be much more nervous about my ability to purchase a townhouse. That said, I still do worry about whether I'll have difficulties down the road when it comes to paying off my mortgage. I hope that PayPerPost just keeps getting better and better, but at the same time, I hope they don't forget the "little guys," i.e. the lower traffic blogs, like mine... Tanya

Hello there, With PayPerPost, blog traffic is becoming increasingly more important to making the most money you possibly can with your blog. In addition to the higher paying opportunities offered to those blogs with high Google page ranks, you also now have the opportunity to add a "Review My Post" badge to your posts. This feature allows people--who are not yet members of PayPerPost--to click the badge and write a short review of what they thought of your post. If they write the review, sign up for PayPerPost, and get their blog approved, then you and the new Postie will each make $7.50. This is a great chance for you to further increase traffic to your site, and it's a win-win situation for both the reviewer and the reviewee. Although $7.50 may sound like a paltry sum to you, keep in mind that adding the badge to your posts is easy, and you can change your settings so it's automatically added to each post and you never have to think about it again. All in all

I've been thinking about mortgages that I can handle lately, because at first I was going by the price that was offered via "calculate your mortgage sites, but when you really think about it, all these sites are doing is multiplying your yearly income by three and telling you that you can afford that much. But what will your quality of life be? Will it be so hard to maintain your home that a short period of lay off will be enough for forfeiture? It's a scary and exciting time, but I really need to consider everything before I jump into a townhome purchase. Tanya

Did you hear? PayPerPost, the online company where you can get get paid to blog is really skyrocketing their high payouts. Now, you can actually make up to $1000.00 on a single post, typically only 100 words! What's the catch, you ask? Well, your blog must be highly ranked by Google's search algorithm, which attained by making sure that you have a multitude of "significant" websites linked to your blog. In other words, by making sure that your are really in the Google network and are generating a lot of traffic to your site, you can make tons of money through PayPerPost. So if you have a great blog with a high page rank, then this is the company for you. Give it a try if you haven't already! Anyway can afford to make more money. Now I already knew all this, but what I didn't know until today was that PayPerPost only charges a service fee of 35% for each opportunity, whereas comparable companies, such as ReviewMe charge up to 100%! So with PayPerPost,

Hello there, Well the snow has finally calmed down and there is a beautiful white blanked over everything. This is the kind of snow I like, because it's not so deep that you have to shovel out your car, and at the same time, it's cold enough that my dogs don't sink in the snow when I have to take them out. It's a perfect combination. Although if I had my choice, I would prefer warm weather. Tanya

Hello there, If you haven't gotten your significant other anything yet--you're in deep trouble, because Valentine's Day is almost over! Try to redeem yourself with one of the cards offered on Egreetings.com, where you could hear Cupid's best pickup lines and much more. If that doesn't float your boat, then you better go out and try to buy the last bouquet of overpriced roses before you really get in trouble. I recommend going with the E-greeting on Egreetings.com! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hello all, Well I know that I left a relatively pathetic post because I was feeling lonely on this Valentine's Day, but one nice thing is that Suice just got dumped by her boyfriend. It's not that I'm happy for her misery--I'm not an evil person--it's just that the breakup made her free to hang out this evening, so we went out for dinner. And she didn't really like the guy, so she wasn't upset or anything. It turned out to be a pretty nice Vday. Tanya

Hello there, The photo above, made with my own personal lipstick and gloss collection, is meant to represent the "Drink Pink" initiative, set forth by Daucourt Martin via their Drink Pink Celebration. To take part, all you need to do is make up some delicious pink drink concoctions, and drink up! If you don't know of any pink drinks off hand, just be creative and add some coloring to one of your already tried and true drink recipes , like a cosmopolitan or amaretto sour. Or even have a strawberry margarita, emphasis on the pink! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. This post brought to you on behalf of Daucourt Martin Imports. Tanya

Hello there, I hope everyone is doing well on this Valentine's Day. I was a little bummed out because even though I am 25 pounds lighter for this Valentine's Day, I don't have anyone to share it with. Suice is off with her latest boyfriend, and Tina is spending the week with her mom, because she is sick. So it's just me here. Ho hum. Tanya

Hello there, and Happy Valentines Day, You may have seen these images of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Models already. A friend of mine named Tave has found himself without a Valentine again this Valentines Day, and he asked me whether I knew of any nice cell phone wall papers that could cheer him up, since for him, today is a sad day. Lucky for him, there is a special swimsuit issue that was released today, February 14th. It's the 43rd issue, and promises to carry all the hype and controversy of the other 42 issues--and the really cool thing is that Beyonce is the cover model for this one. And if that wasn't enough for Tave, he could also see his favorite swimsuit models on his cell phone at any time by downloading them from Sports Illustrated Mobile. These downloads are only $1.99 each, and include the famous supermodel Bar Refaeli , with whom Tave now has a chance, because she recently broke up with Leo DiCaprio. In fact, he can even purchase a video that plays each time

This is really getting to be frustrating for me. I'm a first time home buyer, and I really don't know what's going on with all these realtors that are contacting me. Sometimes they're from the same company, but since they are selling slightly different units, they seem to be functioning completely independently. I have no idea how to choose the best one, and I keep second guessing myself about whether the realtor I'm working with now is really going to be my best bet.

As a future townhouse owner, I like the idea of not having to do ALL the required maintenance on my own, but at the same time, I know there will be occasions when it's up to me to repair something in the townhouse, and I'll have to find home improvement contractors in the area. That's why I'm so pleased to tell you about this site I recently located called "allaroundthehome." With All Around the Home, you'll get a great, easy to navigate directory of contractors for any type of home improvement job you'd like to tackle, with all the skills you'll need to do it the right way for a beautiful finished renovation. And the nice thing about this service is your information won't be released to a number of other contractors, so you won't be barraged with phone calls. With this site, YOU are the deciding factor: you choose your contractor based on your needs and interests, and All Around the Home contacts them for you. Then you'll get a fr

Hi there, I really like this one townhouse that I came across online. It's 3 stories, light blue, and has a really nice layout. But the problem is that it doesn't appear to have any backyard, and that's essential to me, since I have two dogs. Hopefully, I'm just not seeing it, because otherwise it would be the perfect house. Tanya

Hi there, Here's another thing that I could consider putting into my rec room: poker tables ! I would love to have a great poker table in my rec room where I could have my friends over for wine and poker (but no cigars, because I think they're disgusting). I'm really excited about this company that has great poker tables at a great price, because I was looking around all over for a nice, sturdy table that didn't cost too much, and this was the first place I could find. You should really check them out if you're thinking of building a new rec room, or updating your tired old rec room. These pokers would also be a great addition to a low key bar or coffee house. Enjoy! Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post. Tanya

Hi there, I am really excited to get a rec room in my new townhouse and get some great things like a foosball table and maybe a home entertainment center. Hopefully it'll all work out, I'm working with a variety of realtors and trying to get some good deals, but it's not easy. Everyone is trying to just make some money. Tanya

Hello all, If you've ever worked in an office, then you know the environment is key. A nice, comfortable business suite is so important to productivity, because the employee that is comfortable is the employee that is productive and increases your profitability. If you're a new employer or furnishing new office space, then BusinesSuites is the company for you. With the Executive Office Suites offered by BusinesSuites, you can have modern executive, fully furinshed offices with the type of elegance that only this company can offer, and you'll have the security of knowing you're working with a leader in the office business center industry. The offices come with flexible terms, a generous variety of professional administrative support services, and an innovative "pay-per-use" basis. So check them out, you'll be glad you did. Thanks for reading, this has been a sponsored post.

Hello there, I hope you're all doing well. I'm really excited because I just weighed myself and I'm down 25 pounds from when I started this weight loss journey. So I made it through the holiday season intact! I'm so proud of myself. Thanks for your support. Tanya

I recently took a trip to Rome that was absolutely amazing. Lots of people I know that have gone to Europe for whatever reason have bypassed Rome--or even have bypassed Italy altogether, and I think they really missed out. On my recent vacation to London, Paris, and Rome, it was Rome where I felt most comfortable and at ease. And who can complain with pizza, pasta, and gelato all day??? It was like I was a kid again at my grandma's house. If you're looking for that wonderful Italian feeling, then you need to check out Property in Calabria --you might think it's out of the question, but you really can buy property in Italy through this group, and it's affordable! It's so wonderful, and it'll be the perfect catalyst to get you to travel there more often than not! Tanya Thank you for reading, this has been a sponsored post.

I know people always talk about how great coffee is in France and London, but I really have to say, I love American coffee, and I think it can't be beat. I recently picked up some hazelnut flavored coffee that's to die for, and I'm drinking it right now. Some hot coffee and a pumpkin pie baking in the oven are just the ticket for getting me through this cold spell. And don't worry--it's diet pumpkin pie. Tanya

Good morning everyone, So, my friend just sent me a hilarious e-card "just because." I laughed my head off, and on second glance, was really impressed by the picture quality and the animations. It looked like she had spent a lot on me, and I felt bad. So I gave her a call, and she said that the card was completely free. I was in utter disbelief, until she told me that I, too, could get free, funny birthday eCards by just using the site Egreetings.com. I didn't know about Egreetings before her, and I was so incredibly glad that she tipped me off about it, that I sent her flowers! You see, I had been looking for a great birthday card for a coworker, and I didn't want to go out and buy a paper one because it would be awkward, but this was perfect! And it had just the right amount of sarcasm, so it wouldn't look like I had a total crush on him. So, next chance I get, I am signing on for my free 30-day trial membership during which I can send unlimited eCards.

I'm really getting annoyed with a certain PayPerPost. I worked really hard to get my page rank to 3, but it's listed it as a 0, so I'm not able to take any of the higher PR opportunities. It's so frustrating, because I emailed them repeatedly, and they said that they already fixed a few other peoples' PRs, so why not mine?? It's preventing me from doing sponsored posts, and therefore is losing me money... which is really hard when my only other salary is in box making. Tanya

Hello there, If you're getting ready to purchase a new cell phone, then you've come to the right post! Cell phone contracts can often last 2 years or more, so it becomes very important to carefully consider all the options of your contract before you sign anything. As you know, the majority of stores, both online and classic brick and mortar, have a clause for a free cell phone if you start a contract with them. This is often seen as a huge selling point, because they’ll tell you that the phone is regularly 100 dollars or more and you’re getting it for free. But you need to know that these cell phones will often be the lowest of the market--sometimes the free phone you'll get won't even be available for purchase anymore. Enter Wirefly. At this great online store, you can get not only a free cell phone, and it's a nice one, but you'll also freebies like a bonus headset when you do your cell phone upgrades through them. Recently, I had a cell phone that I