Welcome to the September 2, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Roger Elmore presents 10 Tell-Tale Signs You?re a Tourist posted at Hospitality Management Schools.

Alex Carson presents 100 Ways Google Can Make You a Better Educator | OEDb posted at OEDb: Online Education Database.

Madoline Hatter presents 25 Fascinating Historical Facts About Beer posted at College Crunch.

Carrie Oakley presents Novice to Slash: 100 Free Resources for Teaching Yourself Guitar posted at Online Colleges, saying, “Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or revisiting a teenage hobby, these links provide free resources for teaching yourself how to play the guitar, as well as improving your technique and learning to read music.”

Matt O’Brien presents 50 Insightful Blogs for the Independent Moviegoer posted at Online Masters, saying, “These are 50 insightful blogs for the independent movie goer listed in this article. Whether looking for the next big hit, something alternative, or even something from across the globe, they are loaded with new ideas, insight, and the promise of originality.”

Bobbie Walker presents 50 Amazingly Motivational Speeches On YouTube posted at BSN Degrees, saying, “The listed speeches – representing a broad spectrum of political, national, religious, racial, social, economic and sexual perspectives – may tread familiar territory, but still seek to promote action and innovation in viewers.”

Maureen Denard presents 25 Very Frank Blog Posts by Women Who Have Had Abortions posted at MSN Degree, saying, “Abortion exists as one of the most controversial sociopolitical issues in the world today, with so many different opinions bombarding the airwaves and the internet it frequently seems overwhelming. This article uses the preferred terms each movement uses to describe itself – “pro-choice” and “pro-life” – in order to avoid as much bias as something penned by a fallible, flawed human possibly can.”

Abby Nelson presents 50 Great Blogs for OCD Support posted at Masters In Counseling, saying, “These obsessive compulsive disorder support blogs will help you cope with your own OCD tendencies if you notice them getting out of control and also give you the perspective of those who suffer from OCD so you can help loved ones who deal with it.”

OmarAdams presents 101 Twitter Feeds for Fabulously Frugal Living posted at Online Accounting Degree, saying, “As these eclectic Twitter feeds illustrate, it is entirely possible to enjoy all the trappings of a bounteous, fabulous lifestyle without having to rupture that all-important bank account.”

Carrie Oakley presents 15 Downloads to Help You Affordably Use Your Cell Phone Abroad posted at Online Colleges, saying, “Exorbitant cell phone charges often make travelers hesitant to bring their phones with them on vacation overseas. Clearly, leaving it at home could be dangerous and inconvenient, which is why it is helpful to instead find downloads that allow travelers save some money while abroad.”

Laura Grace Weldon presents If Jane Goodall Were An Alien posted at Laura Grace Weldon, saying, “Imagine someone with Jane Goodall’s observational powers coming from outer space to observe us for a few days.”

Charlie Smith presents 30 Famous Thinkers Believed to Be Autistic posted at Online Graduate Programs.

Mark Macaluso presents 50 Great Blogs for OCD Support posted at Masters In Counseling, saying, “These obsessive compulsive disorder support blogs will help you cope with your own OCD tendencies if you notice them getting out of control and also give you the perspective of those who suffer from OCD so you can help loved ones who deal with it.”

Brenda Chapman presents 10 Types of Shelters for Natural Disasters posted at Construction Management Schools.

Todd Jensen presents 5 Biggest US Human Smuggling Busts posted at Forensic Colleges.

Myron Wendall presents 10 Flaws in the BCS System posted at Sports Management Degrees.

Jena Ellis presents 10 Ways to Alleviate Road Rage posted at Online Certificate Programs.

Matt O’Brien presents 15 Amazing Online Websites That Will Have Your Desk Decluttered posted at Online Masters, saying, “The article has gathered 15 amazing online websites that will have your desk decluttered. Now with just a few clicks, organizing papers, books, notes, and even your internet surfing is as easy as moving a mouse. Throwing out the junk you don’t need any more is harder.”

Susan Howe presents 12 Independently Wealthy Pets posted at Welcome to the Insure.com Insurance Blog: Life Insurance, Health Insurance and Car Insurance news and opinions, saying, “Some pets have more money than you do. Here are some of the world’s 12 independently wealth pets.”

George McCumiskey presents Acne, the Billion Dollar Business Analyzed | Focus:Acne posted at Focus:Acne, saying, “Acne, the Billion Dollar Business Analyzed”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Tricky Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents My Dream For Glenn Beck … And America posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Jennifer Saksa presents How VoIP Can Help You Save posted at NCH Software Blog.

David presents Tips for Young Adults Using a Credit Card for the First Time posted at Credit Card Offers IQ.

CreditShout Kevin presents Chase Freedom Visa Offers $50 or $100 Cash Back posted at CreditShout.

Sheryl Owen presents 10 Ways to Tell You Are Addicted to Television posted at Satellite Dish.

Jim & Martha presents How to Earn 62,500 HHonors Points with Hilton American Express Card posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Milton Berlinger55 presents 50 Special Ed Teachers and Experts Worth Following on Twitter posted at Masters in Special Education, saying, “Special Education is one of the most challenging teaching areas. Because of this, there are many great experts who share their thoughts on twitter for the benefit of all.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Common Teenage Pranks Involving Houses posted at Change of Address.

Amanda Radcliffe presents 50 Excellent Public Health Web Sites Worth Bookmarking posted at Masters of Public Health, saying, “This list of 50 excellent public health Web sites are worth bookmarking if you need sources that offer assistance, news and information at all levels and in all topics from the flu to how the environment and animals contribute to public health issues.”

Raithie presents I’ll create my own meaning, thanks. posted at Teenage Atheist.

Susan Howe presents How to Replace Six Vital Documents posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “Here’s how to replace six of the most important documents in your life.”

Melissa Seyfried presents Top 50 Civil Engineering Blogs posted at Masters in Engineering, saying, “Civil Engineers work in a multitude of environments on vastly different projects. As such, many civil engineers blog about their knowledge and experiences.”

Penny Thomas presents The 20 Best and Worst Foods for Joint Health posted at How To Become A Physical Therapist, saying, “The article has gathered the 20 best and worst foods for joint health. We have even added a little bit on the vitamins and supplements that can be easily added to any diet for even more benefits.”

Tina Marconi presents 50 Wonderful Novels for the Ultimate Animal Lover posted at Vet Tech, saying, “Here are a list of wonderful novels for the ultimate animal lover that will make for great reads when you’re ready to unwind with a heartfelt story.”

Carrie Oakley presents 50 EdTech Blogs Every Homeschooler Should Bookmark posted at Online Colleges, saying, “The article has listed 50 EdTech blogs, those every homeschooler should bookmark. Whether written by a teacher, parent, or both, they have loads of useful information on starting a homeschooling program, lesson plans, finding support, and much more.”

Bobbie Walker presents 41 Best Blogs for Exploring Ayurvedic Medicine posted at BSN Degrees, saying, “Ayuverda is all about balance and places emphasis on yoga, massage and meditation. Ayuverda treatments include minerals and plants.”

Paul Atkinson presents 5 U.S. Presidents Who Hid Their Illnesses posted at Masters In Public Administration, saying, “In most polls taken, Americans say they’d rather go with their second choice than a President that is ill. The five men listed in the article perhaps knew of the public’s harsh criticism of someone with an illness and chose to hide their sickness while serving in office.”

sharons719 presents 50 Pregnancy Experts Worth Following on Twitter posted at Best ultrasound technician schools, saying, “When it comes to pregnancy, you want to have the information you need to make informed decisions and keep your growing baby healthy. These 50 Twitter accounts can provide some of that information.”

Leineriza presents How to Start Freelancing Online – What Rates to Charge posted at Freelance Grind, saying, “For a newbie to the online freelancing life, there are two ways to set your work rates: per hour or per project. Here’s how.”

Effortless Abundance presents The Seven Habits of Highly Happy People posted at Effortless Wealth and Abundance.

Aparna presents Style Tip - Don’t wear age-inappropriate clothes posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Wearing age-inappropriate clothes is perhaps the worst fashion faux pas. Squeezing into a size eight when you are a size 10 only makes you look larger and wearing clothes from the teen/kiddie section isn’t cute; it screams desperation. Wear who you are, and be proud of it!”

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Welcome to the August 26, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Maura Quinn presents 100 Healthy After-School Snacks for Your Hungry Kids posted at Massage Therapy Schools.

Bridget Nicholson presents Damn the Man: 10 Greatest Movie Meltdowns Ever posted at College Crunch.

Tila Swank presents 10 Ways to Tell You’re Addicted to Facebook posted at Internet Marketing Degree.

Paul Atkinson presents 50 Best Blogs Leading Ocean Acidification Awareness posted at Masters In Public Administration, saying, “Dissolved carbon dioxide has been found in ocean samples. These blogs are helping raise ocean acidification awareness, which requires rapid change now in order to save our oceans.”

Bailey Digger presents Top 10 Signs the Web is Making You Stupid posted at Web Design Degree, saying, “The Internet is wonderful and, in fact, on many days, it may seem like you can’t remember what you ever did without it. Heck, most people don’t even buy stamps any more thanks to the Web-based bill pay services.”

Penny Thomas presents 100 Best Twitter Feeds for Following Your Diet posted at How To Become A Physical Therapist, saying, “The article has listed the 100 best Twitter feeds for following your diet and sort them mostly by largest number of current followers. With options for vegans, gluten free, foodies, and even dessert, make room on your plate and Twitter time.”

Jim & Martha presents Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Shareholder Benefits posted at Wanderlust Journey.

mick presents Rental Insurance for Apartments ? Do All Renters Really Need It? posted at PadBlog.

mick presents 5 New York City Apartments We All Know and Love posted at PadBlog.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Mosque Mockery posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Adam Park presents 10 Indicators That it’s Time to Buy a New Car posted at Computer Science Schools.

Ava Moore presents 10 Most Famous Court Cases posted at Court Reporter School.

FMF presents Three Myths About Earning More Money posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “If you want to be different and really start earning more money, you’ll need to be able to identify and overcome three big myths of entrepreneurship.”

Jennifer Saksa presents Digitize Your Vinyl Record Collection posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “Dust off those old albums and give new life to your vinyl record favorites. See how easy it is to convert analog recordings to digital using Golden Records and have a reunion with your music.”

Zabrinah presents Afraid To Be Happy posted at How Not To Fall In Love …, saying, “This is one of my best posts to date, focusing on why we as human beings, are afraid to be happy.”

Alex Carson presents 25 Celebs Who Have Graduate Degrees posted at Online Graduate Programs.

Preity Smith presents 100 Lessons You Should Learn from Frugal People posted at College Crunch.

Jerry Rogers presents 50 Strangest How-To Books Sold on Amazon posted at Online Colleges and Universities Education Database.

Carrie Oakley presents 10 Dirty Secrets Behind the Big College Rankings posted at Online Colleges, saying, “Every year the top ranking system puts out their top ten, 100, anywhere in between rankings of universities and institutes of higher education. But how much importance should be placed on the rankings? Before you sign the dotted line have a look at the listed ten dirty secrets behind the big college rankings.”

Cindy Cullen presents 50 Best Southern Food Blogs posted at Culinary Arts College, saying, “The article gathered the 50 best Southern food blogs. With everyone from professional chefs to plain old mom weighing in, you are sure to find a new family favorite or just something to make for dinner tonight.”

Susan Howe presents 10 Amazing Infographics To Help You Visualize Disasters posted at Welcome to the Insure.com Insurance Blog: Life Insurance, Health Insurance and Car Insurance news and opinions, saying, “Here are 10 infographics that can help you learn more about disasters, and what to expect from them.”

Susan Howe presents 10 Fascinating Infographics about Death posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Here are 10 infographics on death that offer interesting insights.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: The ABC’s of Home Ownership posted at Change of Address.

Ava Moore presents 10 Unforgettable Judges posted at Court Reporter School.

RateMeister presents The Beatles and Drugs posted at Project Thinkery.

Ronnie6676 presents When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Ice-Cream Man posted at The Candy Shoppe.

Safa Samiezade’-Yazd presents Definition of a Five-Minute Pose « Naked Lady in a White (Silk) Dress posted at Naked Lady in a White (Silk) Dress.

Madison DuPaix presents Money Market Accounts vs Savings Accounts posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “This is a great breakdown of the differences between two short-term savings vehicles.”

Aaron presents Prepaid vs. Gift Card ? Is There A Difference? posted at Prepaidcards123.

Dividist presents Of Maxims and Mosques and Monticello and Mojo posted at Divided We Stand United We Fall, saying, “In America, in matters of religious tolerance there are no close calls, there is no qualification of first principles, and the first amendment is not location dependent.”

Aparna presents Win Dermacyte Skincare Products worth $150 posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Enter for a chance to win Dermacyte skin care products including Oxygen Concentrate and the NEW Oxygenating Eye Complex worth $150. To enter, comment on the post, be an email subscriber, twitter, share or ‘like’ it on Facebook/Twitter, submit to any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or ‘like’ this blog’s Facebook page. Ends Sept 3, 2010″

Denise Harris presents Your Teeth Are Getting Older Too | Able Mart posted at Able Mart, saying, “Plan on keeping your teeth? You might want to read this.”

Graham Alice presents Going Green While Pregnant: 100 Ways to Help Your Baby & the Earth posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents High-Tech Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Jena Ellis presents 10 Dangerous Photography Jobs posted at Online Certificate Programs.

Ron Delfs presents Biggest Lessons Learned from the Gulf Spill posted at Environmental Science Degrees.

Mark Macaluso presents 50 Financial Aid Posts Every Parent Should Read posted at Masters In Accounting, saying, “If you’re the parent of a sophomore or junior in high school, you know the trek down the road of financial planning for your child’s college career has already begun. Getting into college in the U.S. is more competitive than ever, whether you’re looking at Ivy League schools or top state universities. With that, the cost of tuition, residence and books are also rising, making financial aid a crucial step for many families.”

Carrie Oakley presents 15 Famous Authors With Surprising College Majors posted at Online Colleges, saying, “These famous authors didn’t major in writing, or literature, or even journalism. Instead, they enriched their minds taking other, equally challenging classes, and used their experiences to become successful writers.”

Matt O’Brien presents 40 Best Comic Books for the Classroom posted at Online Masters, saying, “The comic book medium has garnered a goodly amount of recognition as a viable literary medium as of late, but it took decades of marginalization to get there. The listed comic books in the article all of them do have something to offer in terms of proving the stereotypes and misconceptions entirely wrong.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Tips for Finding a New Church Home posted at Change of Address.

Marshall Ross presents Sex and the City Quotes - ItchyFlight.com posted at No More Apologies - Itchyflight.com, saying, “This is a funny article in which I annotated popular Sex and the City quotes with my venomous wit. You’re welcome.”

Marshall Ross presents Get Off the Road - ItchyFlight.com posted at No More Apologies - Itchyflight.com, saying, “Another hilarious one, except this time about shitty drivers. You can thank me later for making your carnival awesome.”

mick presents College Packing Made Easy posted at Veronica’s Blog.

Susan Howe presents 16 Ways to Eat Healthy While Keeping it Cheap posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “Here are sixteen ways to eat more healthy while keeping it cheap.”

Cindy Cullen presents 50 Awesome Blogs for True Tea Aficionados posted at Culinary Arts College, saying, “The blogs in the article are listed in no particular order – connoisseurs of the cuppa expound upon a number of relevant topics, voicing their opinions, sharing recommendations and recipes, exploring the latest accessories and much more. Tune in to what they have to say for a nice composite on the multifaceted tea culture.”

Pinnacle presents 5 Disciplines of Sustained Business Growth posted at Pinnacle Plans blogs.

Aviva Jorstad presents 3 Highly Underrated TV Shows posted at DISH Network News.

Aviva Jorstad presents Stephen Moyer Who? posted at DISH Network News.

Jay Smith presents 5 Biggest US Drug Busts posted at Criminal Justice University.

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Welcome to the August 12, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Kat Sias presents ONE OF THE LARGEST FISHING SOCIAL NETWORKS | BP Oil Spill Blog posted at BP Oil Spill Blog, saying, “Highlighting our BP Guld Oil Spill Blog. Daily gulf reports, read bp oil spill articles and posts, or share your own stories, photos and videos. Do you know someone effected by the gulf spill? Tell us your opinion now!”

Susan Kilroy presents Delicious Reads: 50 Fabulous Food Novels | OEDb posted at OEDb: Online Education Database.

Laura Grace Weldon presents I Know You Are But What Am I? posted at Laura Grace Weldon, saying, “Sages, poets and mystics have told us all along that what we perceive is who we are. Research indicates they were right. Our perceptions of others actually say much more about us.”

mick presents Recall News Alert: Perdue Farms Chicken Nuggets posted at eSoftware Professionals.

mick presents The 10 Most Disastrous Product Recalls of All Time posted at eSoftware Professionals.

Ariana Burgess presents Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky Wedding posted at Storkie.

Aparna presents Perricone MD Cold Plasma Giveaway & Intro to Forever Young posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Enter for a chance to win a jar of Perricone MD Cold Plasma Face Cream worth $150. To enter, comment on the post, be an email subscriber, twitter, share or ‘like’ it on Facebook/Twitter, submit to any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or ‘like’ this blog’s Facebook page. Ends Aug 18, 2010.”

Susan Howe presents 11 Incredibly Weird and Unexpected Deaths posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Here are 11 unusual and mysterious deaths that some of them have been downright bizarre.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Family Business posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Maureen Denard presents The 50 Best Blogs By and About Grandparenting posted at MSN Degree, saying, “Loads of sites offer individuals free blogs to be maintained and updated as the writer wishes. As a result, many grandparents have turned to blogging, as well as reading blogs for people just like them.”

Carrie Oakley presents 50 Awesome Blog Posts for the Kindle Addict posted at Online Colleges, saying, “The following blog posts cover a wide spectrum of information regarding Amazon’s revolutionary e-reader, with everything from hacks to charitable causes represented. Kindle enthusiasts hoping to get the most out of their beloved devices should certainly read and think about what they have to say.”

FMF presents How Going the Extra Mile Can Pay Off posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “If you make the extra effort that so many others don’t, your career will benefit greatly.”

Jennifer Saksa presents Convert Any Media File to any Audio File with Switch Audio Converter posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “A look at a useful utility for not only converting between audio file formats but extracting audio from other media like video files and DVDs.”

Maureen Denard presents 10 Worst Places in the World to Live If You’re a Woman posted at MSN Degree, saying, “The feminist movement took off in parts of the Western world, many women are still treated as second class citizens. Many endure violent daily events and manage to persevere and take care of their children in hopes of a better tomorrow.”

Carrie Oakley presents 50 Free Activities to Improve Your Christian Marriage posted at Online Colleges, saying, “The article has listed 50 free activities to improve your Christian marriage that anyone can do. Have a look to get you and your husband or wife talking, sharing, and communicating like never before.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Why Electric Companies Don’t Care About Customer Service posted at Change of Address.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Judge Walker’s Critics — Divorced From Reason posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Graham Alice presents 10 Foods With a Really High Price Tag posted at CriminalJusticeDegreesGuide.com.

Aaron presents Prepaid Credit Cards For Kids ? Is It A Good Idea? posted at Prepaidcards123, saying, “Kids and Money”

Raithie presents What makes a God good? posted at Teenage Atheist, saying, “The characteristics of a good God.”

Becky Patterson presents 50 Coolest Wildlife Videos On YouTube posted at Become A Photographer, saying, “To keep your curiosity satiated and your behind out of trouble, we have collected the 50 coolest wildlife videos on YouTube. From birth to death, they show the true circle of life,while getting in some laughs and tears as well.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Keeping Abreast of Breast Gazing posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Carrie Oakley presents Top 50 Cigar Appreciation Blogs For Becoming a True Aficionado posted at Online Colleges, saying, “These 50 top cigar appreciation blogs just scratch the surface of the great online cigar content available. They are all outstanding for their depth of coverage, originality, and creativity.”

Debbie Owen presents 5 New Technologies That Will Be in Commercial Planes Soon posted at Online Doctorate Degree, saying, “Taking flight could mean some innovative changes in the near future. From wifi to planes with a smaller carbon footprint, the industry is changing to make flying easier and more manageable for flight crews and passengers.”

Celina Jacobson presents 50 Best Blogs for Beating Food Addiction posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 50 Signs You are a Bad Neighbor posted at Change of Address.

Diana Dang presents 15 All-Time Best Coming of Age Films posted at Bachelor’s Degree.

Kyle McNamara presents 50 Best Blogs for Beating Food Addiction posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Jay Smith presents 5 Violations You Didn’t Know Existed posted at Criminal Justice University.

Maureen Denard presents The 50 Best Blogs By and About Grandparenting posted at MSN Degree, saying, “Ever wish your grandparents or parents ever wrote a journal of their lives? For more and more families, this is now a reality with the advancement of the internet. Loads of sites offer individuals free blogs to be maintained and updated as the writer wishes. As a result, many grandparents have turned to blogging, as well as reading blogs for people just like them.”

Mike Vogt presents 8 Famous Witches Burned at the Stake posted at Christian Colleges Online.

Roger Elmore presents 10 Ways to Know You’re a True Southerner posted at Hospitality Management Schools.

Abby Nelson presents 50 Best Blogs for Marriage Advice posted at Masters In Counseling, saying, “Keeping your marriage strong and healthy is something that takes time, love, patience, and sometimes hard work. It helps to know where to go for advice when you have a difficult career like being a nurse practitioner, or when you have patients who are going through a rough patch in their marriages.”

Maureen Denard presents Top 50 Blogs for Marathoners posted at MSN Degree, saying, “Through these 50 excellent blogs by and for marathoners, a picture emerges. It’s a picture of a full-time college student who runs to stay fit, a single working mom who runs to relieve stress, an ultramarathoner whose weekend isn’t complete without some sort of long distance race, and a man who took up running to regain his youth and found a passion instead.”

Bobbie Walker presents 50 Fabulous Food and Recipe Links For Diabetics posted at BSN Degrees, saying, “Diabetics need special guidance when it comes to diet and nutrition. Luckily, the Internet has made it easy for diabetics to access healthy, delicious recipes as well as learn about their condition and the way they should eat.”

Susan Howe presents 10 Celebrities Who Really Should Have Been Left in the Ground posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Here are 10 celebrities who were exhumed for weird reasons.”

Alvaro Fernandez presents Long-term effects of neurofeedback treatment for ADHD | SharpBrains posted at SharpBrains, saying, “Dr. David Rabiner discusses a recent study on the sustained effects of neurofeedback training for children with attention deficits.”

Larry Dignan presents 30 Best Blogs to Learn More About Acupuncture posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Bridget Nicholson presents Everything You Need to Know to Become a Barefoot Runner posted at Massage Therapy Schools.

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Welcome to the August 5, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Sunny presents How to Deter a Man from Cheating posted at Cheating Men, saying, “Ways to deter a man from cheating.”

FMF presents Two Mind Hacks to Lower Your Expenses posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “This article is about looking at money in a different way then you’re used to - about transforming how you value each expense. More specifically, about using two mind hacks, that will make you look at money differently from this day forward.”

Joseph Alban, L.Ac. presents Acupressure for a Kid with a Headache posted at Alban Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs Clinic, New York City.

Sam presents Inside Tips for College Students. What is College Life Like? posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

What is college life like? Here are inside tips for college students about campus life, classes, students and professors. College is nothing like high school. You can make your college life a success by preparing well.

These tips will help you with college.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Dotty Men posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Effortless Abundance presents Keys to manifestation :effortlessabundance.com posted at Effortless Wealth and Abundance.

Kevin Poulis presents Fashionising.com – A Driving Force Behind Fashion’s Future posted at SiteTally.com.

Bridget Nicholson presents 30 Best Blogs to Learn About Medical Marijuana posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Carrie Oakley presents 50 Free Videos to Teach You Everything about Photography posted at Online Colleges, saying, “If you want to take your photography skills to the next level, you may be wondering where you can get free photography instruction. We’ve assembled this collection of 50 free photography videos to help you build your skills and get the kind of photos you’ve always wanted.”

Sandra McAubre presents Top 50 Twitter Feeds for Runners posted at Sports Management Degrees, saying, “Running is a great way to maintain your health, relieve stress and get in touch with your well-being. These Twitter feeds will keep you motivated and offer running tips and tricks to make your run a smooth one.”

Sheryl Owen presents 20 Signs Your House Has Gone to the Dogs posted at Change of Address.

Carla presents Order versus Disorder | Sacred Witness posted at Sacred Witness.

Madison DuPaix presents $250,000 FDIC Insurance Limit Made Permanent posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “Great news - the $250k FDIC limit is here to stay!”

MummyT presents The Man who Mistook his Capital for a Cat posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “On James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak, by way of his capital, Kuching.”

jim presents Review Your Credit Reports Every Year posted at Identity Theft Wall.

Aparna presents DIY Beauty Aids - Reader’s Contribution posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “For a homemade exfoliation routine, you can take walnut kernels or almonds, mash them and blend them with milk. This can be gently massaged on the body to remove dead skin. (Also refer to the post Fix your dull and tired skin with masks and complexion scrubs)”

Jennifer Saksa presents Learning to Play the Song Stuck in My Head with TwelveKeys Music Transcription Software posted at NCH Software Blog.

C. Myers presents Herbal Detox Formulas posted at Mind Mart, saying, “Don’t have time to detox? This natural method only takes 24 hours.”

Ron Delfs presents 10 Ways to Tell If You?re a Tree-Hugger posted at Environmental Science Degrees.

Roger Elmore presents Top 10 Must-Have iPhone Applications for Travelers posted at Hospitality Management Schools.

Aviva Jorstad presents 8 Worst Celebrity Marriages Ever! posted at Tungsten Talk & Metal Musings: The Larson Jewelers Blog» – Tungsten Talk & Metal Musings: The Larson Jewelers Blog.

mick presents 7 Wonders of the RV World posted at RV Articles.

mick presents 117 Things To Add To Your RV Bucket List posted at RV Articles.

Mike Fitterer presents Treehotel posted at Calendars by Orange Circle Studio.

Mike Fitterer presents Brain Games: Give Your Mind a Workout! posted at Calendars by Orange Circle Studio.

mick presents Airport Security Made Easy posted at Veronica’s Blog.

Mike Vogt presents 8 Tips for Christian College Students Attending Secular Colleges posted at Christian Colleges Online.

Kara Sebbert presents 10 Tips for the Spelling Challenged posted at Fashion Merchandising Degrees.

Susan Howe presents How to Use a Food Dehydrator to Preserve Your Harvest posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “Food dehydration preserves not just your food but also your finances. Give it a try!”

Sam presents Credit Card Debt. Get Out of Debt and Take Back Your Power $$$$ posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

You CAN get out of credit card debt. If you feel like your credit card debt has you backed up against a wall, there are steps you can take to get out of credit card debt. Managing your credit card accounts is the key to escaping from debt. No matter how irregular your income is, or how broke you are, it is better to face your credit card troubles squarely than to deny the problem. Take heart. Fortunately, in this country, no one is sent to prison for not paying credit card debt.

To get out of credit card debt, change the way you think about credit card debt. No matter how easy it is to get into credit card debt, borrowing should not be considered a way of life. Changing the way you spend money is the first step out of debt despair. In other words, you bring in a certain amount of money each month, and when it’s gone, it’s gone. Accepting that reality is the key to living a happier, wealthier life. If you are swamped, and want to get out of credit card debt, borrowing more money on your credit cards is not the best plan. Follow these steps to get out of credit card debt.”

Roger Elmore presents 20 Most Common Liquids Thrown Away By Airport Security posted at Hospitality Management Schools.

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Welcome to the July 29, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Mary Armstrong presents 50 Free Resources for Helping Parents Give the Birds and Bees Talk posted at Medical Assistant Colleges, saying, “As a medical professional, you may have the occasional parent asking you about their child’s ear infection that won’t go away or tips on potty training. Even if this isn’t your area of expertise, your profession might make you a go-to source in the eyes of family members or friends.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Hot Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

FMF presents 11 Smart Ways to Help Get Out of Debt posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “If you want to get out of debt, this post will give you 11 tips for doing so.”

Aparna presents Remedy for itchy, irritated & burning underarms posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Underarm skin isn’t all that tough; it can get raw, itchy and irritated sometimes. The position of the armpits on the body is such that this part is often subjected to excessive sweating and humidity. Fungi or yeast prefer moist and warm places in and on our body, and an armpit area, that sweats excessively provides the perfect breeding ground for these nasty organisms. Yeast or Candida infections usually start with a naturally occurring fungus in the body. When the natural balance of bacteria, candida albicans and others in our body, get disturbed, candida numbers surge and a candida infection is under way. Typical symptoms of candida albican infection — swollen tissue, an itchy feeling and redness in the affected area and this requires medical intervention.
woman raising her arm”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 10 iPhone Applications for Your Home Needs posted at Change of Address.

Susan Howe presents Ask the Readers: Which Credit Cards Do You Use and Why? posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “In today’s world, effective use of credit cards is an important part of personal finance. If you don’t use them correctly, you can end up deep in debt. But if you do use them properly, they can actually help your financial situation.”

C. Myers presents Herbal Remedies for Athlete’s Foot posted at Mind Mart, saying, “Athlete’s foot can be a pain, but these natural remedies can get you cured.”

Sheryl Owen presents 10 Tips for Finding a Lawn Care Service posted at Change of Address.

David presents One Credit Card Rule Above All Else ? Don?t Pay Interest! posted at Credit Card Offers IQ, saying, “Tips on how to not pay interest”

Jennifer Saksa presents Let’s (re)Make Parisian Love: reproduce Google’s Super Bowl Ad posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “How you can remake your own version of the Google 2010 Super Bowl Ad “Parisian Love”"

Graham Alice presents 50 Most Amazing Food Tools on the Web posted at MedicalCodingCertification.com.

Jim & Martha presents New Credit Card Applications Hurt Your Credit Score posted at Wanderlust Journey.

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Welcome to the July 22, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Monte Stonewall presents Different Jobs in a Fire Department posted at Fire Science Colleges.

Sheryl Owen presents 10 Satellite Companies That Failed Miserably posted at Satellite Dish.

Aviva Jorstad presents George Steinbrenner Top Media Moments posted at DISH Network News.

Megan Smolich presents The Thing About Male Roomates posted at Bennet Jane.

Aviva Jorstad presents 50 Most Beautiful Wedding Cakes posted at Tungsten Talk & Metal Musings: The Larson Jewelers Blog» – Tungsten Talk & Metal Musings: The Larson Jewelers Blog.

Jim & Martha presents » Chase Sapphire Review posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Aparna presents Giveaway:Win Personal Microderm System worth $179 posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Enter for a chance to win Personal Microderm, an at home microdermabrasion system worth $179. To enter, do a post on your blog/Facebook/Twitter on why you would like to win this, subscribe, twitter, mention/like it on Facebook/Twitter, submit to any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or like this blog’s Facebook page. Ends July 31, 2010.”

Sandra McAubre presents The Top 35 Fencing Blogs posted at Sports Management Degrees, saying, “In different parts of America, you’ll find kids as young as 5 years old learning how to fence, you’ll find businessmen skipping lunch for fencing bouts, and young adults winning scholarships for their fencing skill. If you are an avid fencer or would like to learn more, we recommend these top 35 fencing blogs.”

Ken Martin presents 100 Best Blogs for Healthy and Delicious Recipes | Nursing Schools.net posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Carrie Oakley presents 20 Free Online Data Storage & Online Filing Solutions posted at Online Colleges, saying, “Your best bet is go with an online storage system that allows you to save data and back up every week or so, ensuring that wherever you gain an internet connection, you are able to access your files.”

Paul Atkinson presents 100 Best Twitter Feeds for Homeowner DIY Ideas posted at Masters In Public Administration, saying, “Some DIY because they’re control freaks, others do it because they’re on a budget. Whatever your reason, fixing or building something yourself has a rewarding feeling that doesn’t come with writing a check.”

FMF presents How Much I Made This Spring Refereeing Soccer posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “How I make an extra income doing something I love to do.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Lame Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Madison DuPaix presents Emergency Fund or Retirement First? posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “Read this to determine whether you should be funding and emergency stash of cash or retirement first.”

GrrlScientist presents Parrots, People and Pedagogies: A Look at Teaching and Education posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “My thoughts about an interesting technique for increasing active student participation in the classroom, improving reading comprehension and familiarizing students with quickly reading and evaluation scientific manuscripts whilst decreasing boredom and that passive classroom atmosphere that gets in the way of actual learning.”

Leineriza presents Before You Start Writing for Money Online posted at Writing for Money, saying, “Although it’s fulfilling work, working for money online is not for wimps, ninnies, or slackers. Here are three important questions to ask before shucking your day job and diving headlong into the online writing life…”

Carrie Oakley presents The 10 Dirtiest Chain Restaurants in America posted at Online Colleges, saying, “To help you make informed decisions about your next burger, fries, and beyond, we have gathered factual reports on the 10 dirtiest chain restaurants in America.”

Guru presents 25 things that you need to know to host successful events posted at Eventzilla Blog, saying, “Welcome to Eventzilla’s Blog. Eventzilla is an inexpensive online event registration and ticketing solution for events.

Eventzilla lets you:

* Create professional looking event page online
* Promote your events on Facebook, Twitter
* Accept secure payments online and offline
* Setup custom registration forms
* Deliver tickets online with unique barcodes
* Send notifications to attendees
* Manage cancellation”

Rachel Davis presents Top 50 Blogs For Learning About Herbalism posted at Radiology Degree, saying, “Herbalism is the traditional medicine of using plants and their extracts to treat and cure health problems. Thanks to the internet, you don’t have to turn to the yellow pages or some guy with a sign to learn more about it. Instead, you can have a look at the top 50 blogs for learning about herbalism.”

Mark Davies presents Good, Better, Best: 40 Great Articles on How to Motivate Your Top Talent posted at Online Masters Degree, saying, “Everyone wants to feel appreciated, to feel as if they are contributing, and to experience professional growth. These are 40 excellent articles we have found from around the Web about strategies for motivating this crucial portion of your workforce.”

Carolyn Friedman presents 15 Amazing Facts About Therapy Dogs posted at Radiology Technician Schools, saying, “Therapy dogs perform the exact same function as their name implies. These gentle, altruistic animals interact with humans suffering from chronic mental or physical conditions - usually at hospitals, elder care centers, and rehabilitation clinics - and provide the patients with a conduit for lowering blood pressure and quelling anxieties.”

Susan Howe presents How to Save Money While Traveling posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “While traveling, there’s no way to escape all those expenses but there are plenty of things you can do to keep your overall costs low. Here are some easy ways to save while traveling.”

Tom Gilmour presents Mice, Rats, Rodent Pest Control Exterminators Philadelphia ¦ Traps, Repellent or Rat Poison posted at Northeast Exterminating, saying, “Rat poison can harm your pets. Plus, when you kill rats, the fleas, ticks, and mites that were living on the rat will look for a new host, which can be a public health disaster. It is important to have our critter control experts take care of your rat removal.”

Sandra McAubre presents Top 50 MMA Bloggers posted at Sports Management Degrees, saying, “Mixed martial arts, or MMA, is a brutal spectacle to watch. As the opponents do everything but throw the kitchen sink at each other, you may wonder what exactly is going on. Or you may really love it.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 10 TV Shows About Cleaning and Organizing Your Home posted at Change of Address.

Tina Sans presents 20 Best Lectures to Learn About the Oil Spill posted at Online Degree Programs.com.

Kyle McNamara presents 12 Most Hated Professions On the Planet posted at Online Degree Programs.com.

Diana Dang presents 10 Big Ways That Technology Affects Your Brain posted at Online Degree Programs.com.

Susan Kilroy presents 15 Facts Law Schools Don?t Want You to Know posted at Online Degree Programs.com.

Debbie Owen presents The 51 Coolest Robotics Blogs posted at Online Doctorate Degree, saying, “Robots are definitely the way of the future, it’s just a matter of when. Understanding science and technology will better help you understand the world we live in and the areas that will undergo major change in coming decades.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Refudiating Sarah posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Carrie Oakley presents Beyond Rosetta Stone: 20 Free Online Resources for Learning a Foreign Language posted at Online Colleges, saying, “Whether you’re looking to get in tune with your heritage, traveling to an exotic locale or looking for a simple way to keep your mind sharp, learning a foreign language is skill that will always come in handy (or at least look impressive). With online resources for nearly every language under the sun, with time and effort, you can learn a new language while sitting in front of your computer screen.”

Teresa Jackson presents 50 Best Blogs for All-Natural Beauty posted at Online Nurse Practitioner Schools, saying, “As these blogs illustrate, there exists scores of manufacturers and creators concerned with providing the people with cosmetics, clothing and accessories that do a great amount of good for the world at large.”

Amanda Harris presents Do It Gorgeously How to Make less Toxic, Less Expensive, and More Beautiful Products by Sophie Uliano posted at Pajama Mommy Community’s Book Reviews.

Laura Grace Weldon presents To Be, Or To Multitask posted at Laura Grace Weldon, saying, “We’ve tuned ourselves to distraction. That seems to make us uncomfortable with distraction’s opposite—-the powerfully real time spent in contemplation or conversation.”

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Welcome to the July 15, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Sheryl Owen presents 10 Things I Miss About Dish Network posted at Satellite Dish.

jim presents Best Place to Buy Used Tools posted at Home Tool Review.

Trinidad presents TBS COMMANDMENT #1: Thou shall seek true love – when shopping! posted at The Budget Socialite.

Jim & Martha presents Passport Fees Increase July 13th posted at Wanderlust Journey.

FMF presents No One Cares About Your Career Like You Do posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “You have to look out for #1 when it comes to managing your most valuable financial asset.”

Ryan @ CML presents Free Cable and Cheap Alternatives to Cable posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Tips for watching TV for free online so you can drop expensive cable.”

Ryan @ MFN presents VA Streamline Refinance posted at The Military Wallet, saying, “A VA Streamline refinance is a great way to refinance your mortgage at competitive rates. Find out the advantages of using a VA Streamline refinance.”

Aparna presents Half-yearly Roundup Best Posts of 2010 posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “A Roundup of best posts from January - June 2010:”

Dividist presents Investors Love Divided Government - Perception is Reality posted at Divided We Stand United We Fall, saying, “No studies unequivocally show a statistically significant correlation between longer term market direction and Republican, Democratic, or divided governments. But in the short term it is less important whether there really is a correlation so much as whether investors believe there is a correlation. Most investors believe the stock market will benefit from Republicans taking control of either the House or Senate in the fall. With that expectation, a rising market could very well be a self-fulfilling prophecy.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Unassailable Logic posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Mohit Salgaonkar presents Do mastaane chale zindagi banane… posted at Still Waiting to Wake, saying, “Read the story of two Indian software professionals working on the toughest project of their lives, that too in USA! A story with a difference, narrated with the help of the stills from a “Bollywood” movie!”

Ken Martin presents Top 10 Trends in Mobile Medical Technology posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents David Vitter?s Traylor Travails posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Diana Dang presents 100 Best EduBloggers posted at AccreditedOnlineColleges.com.

Charlie Smith presents 25 Writers Who Changed the World posted at Best Colleges Online.

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Tips For Choosing a Maid Service posted at Change of Address.

Sonny presents Treat Her Like a First Lady posted at Seize the Day.

Susan Howe presents How to Safeguard Your Social Security Number posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “Make sure that you know how to safeguard your self with identity theft simply by taking some precautions in protecting your Social Security Number.”

Tom Gilmour presents Termite Inspection, Pest Control Specialist Philadelphia ¦ Trenton Insect Control Service posted at Northeast Exterminating, saying, “Termites are pretty slow to infest and damage a house, but once you are aware of their presence, severe damage may have already occurred.If you think you do have termites, it’s extremely hard to get rid of them on your own.”

Anthony McCune presents The Best Peach Cobbler You’ll Ever Eat posted at Stark County, Ohio News And Views….

Phil Lopez presents 10 Megachurches with the Most Loyal Congregations posted at Christian Colleges and Universities.

Kirstin Selakovic presents Vegan Diet For Diabetics posted at Vegetarian Weight Loss Plan, saying, “You can prevent or even reverse diabetes through diet. This book has helped me tremendously.”

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Welcome to the July 8, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Roger Elmore presents America’s 10 Most Beautiful Beaches Not on the Gulf Coast posted at Hospitality Management Schools.

GrrlScientist presents Distressed Ravens Show That Consolation Is For The Birds, Too posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Common Ravens have been shown to express empathy towards a “friend” or relative when they are distressed after an aggressive conflict — just like humans and chimpanzees do. But birds are very distant evolutionary relatives of Great Apes, so what does this similarity imply about the evolution of behavior?”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Supreme Story posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Lush Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

jim presents How to Frugally Stock Your Home Toolbox posted at Home Tool Review.

FMF presents The First Million is the Hardest Million to Make posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “It’s true — the first million is the hardest to make.”

Jim & Martha presents Five Good Reasons to Stay at a Disney Resort posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Ace of Wealth presents Reaching Your Financial Goals posted at Ace of Wealth, saying, “Rather than putting yourself through all the stress, it’s important to realize that incremental changes are more likely to lead to success. The saying, “Rome wasn’t built in a day” holds a lot of water, and likewise you shouldn’t expect your financial situation to change overnight.”

Aparna presents Managing mood swings posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Beauty and skin care is not all about spending a ton of money on fancy lotions and exotic creams or getting yourself pampered at an expensive spa. Beauty is something that comes from within and your diet and lifestyle happen to play a very important part in your skin care routine. Undoubtedly, some foods are very skin friendly; moderate consumption of these foods will help improve the health of your entire body and this in turn will reflect on your skin. However, balance is the key word. No single food is responsible for building up or maintaining your skin or body; so fad diets, which over-emphasize one food in preference to others can actually deprive you of essential nutrients and so may even harm your body and skin.”

C. Myers presents I’m A Product Sample Ho | Great Face posted at Great Face, saying, “Yes, I’ll give it up for a 1 ml of serum.”

Madison DuPaix presents How to Make SmartyPig Withdrawals posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “Want to save up for a goal with SmartyPig? Learn how to do it and then, when you’ve reached it, withdraw your money.”

Ryan @ CML presents Chase Freedom® Visa – $100 Bonus Cash Back posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “The Chase Freedom VISA is offering a $100 cash statement credit when you meet spending limits within the first 3 months. This is a great bonus offer only available for a limited time!”

Ryan @ MFN presents USAA Supports Wounded Warrior Project Through Co-Branded Credit Card posted at The Military Wallet, saying, “USAA recently teamed with the Wounded Warrior Project to create a co-branded credit card the benefits wounded soldiers and their families.”

Monte Stonewall presents 10 Most Devastating Wildfires posted at Fire Science Colleges.

Steve Faber presents Picking Lucky Numbers – How to Help Your Lotto Chances | lucky-lotto-numbers.com posted at Lucky Lotto Numbers, saying, “Can you really pick better lotto numbers by using your birthday. Well, maybe, but that is only one of the systems people use to try and nail a big jackpot. You need to remember these words though “random, independent event” as that sums up each lottery drawing.”

Isabella Smith presents 101 Problems That Yoga Can Cure posted at Online Nurse Practitioner Schools, saying, “The list in the article peers into the various ways in which yoga can actually benefit treatment, though it does not intend to replace or reflect professional advice in any way.”

OmarAdams presents 12 Must-Have iPhone Apps for Serious Bargain Shoppers posted at Online Accounting Degree, saying, “These apps also allow you to save your time while getting the best price, so now you do not have to trade in your time to save cash. Get great deals on a tight schedule with the following iPhone apps for bargain shoppers.”

Bailey Digger presents 100 Great Graphic Designers to Follow on Twitter posted at Web Design Degree, saying, “The graphic design industry is constantly changing, requiring those in this field to stay up-to-date at all times. Twitter is a great way to stay informed regarding all things design, as readers can skim pages of short tweets until they find information that is relevant to them.”

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Welcome to the July 1, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Jim & Martha presents Checked Baggage Fees List posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Mike Ross presents The 12 Greatest Costumed Rock Bands Ever posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “Rock and Roll has had its share of larger than life characters. Some were born with an innate charisma that just demanded attention. Other artists fully embraced rock and roll’s shared sense of rebellion and theater to create new personas through costume.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 15 Movies About Moving posted at Change of Address.

Tech Guy presents Best CCNA 640-802 Exam Preparation Books posted at Technical Certifications.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Whimsical Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Donna Freedman presents You can’t even tell perfect bodies apart. posted at Surviving and Thriving, saying, “Americans have a skewed notion of disability. We want the happy ending – but if we don’t get it, we at least expect happy cripples.”

Jennifer Saksa presents Do More With Software… In Three Minutes or Less posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “et immediate results after downloading software. A look at the goal of getting users up and running using a software application in under three minutes, catering to society’s need for speed.”

Aparna presents Interesting Makeup Facts posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Did you know that Frosted makeup is created by adding Bismuth oxychloride, which is synthetic pearl, to the pigments?”

Angela Peterson presents Top 100 Accounting Advice Blogs posted at Online Accounting Degree, saying, “It doesn’t have to be tax time to need an accountant. Balancing budgets, filling out forms, and much more can be overwhelming if you haven’t spent six years in school studying accounting or have a CPA license.”

Kathy Wilson presents 12 Free and Reliable Tools to Value Your Car Online posted at Online Accounting Degree, saying, “The availability of free online tools that help you figure out how much your car is worth, you can go to the dealership armed with a lot more information.”

FMF presents How One Family Went from Two Incomes to One — And Developed a Business in the Process posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Details of how one family went from two incomes to one — and how others can do the same.”

Madison DuPaix presents Health Care Bill Impacts: Insurance Options for Young Adults posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “Great article on the health care bill and how it impacts young adults.”

Mohit Salgaonkar presents Spot the differences posted at Still Waiting to Wake, saying, “In the photo album of an old trip, you notice the picture of a person who never was on the trip! Bizarre? Creepy? Read on!”

Aparna presents Beauty Tips: Reader’s Contribution posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Dab antibacterial tea tree oil on zits to reduce the inflammation.
* Use baby oils (Johnson’s baby oil) instead of cleansing creams, they will do the same job at less than half the price.”

Reneem presents Womanist Musings: Motherhood is not the same for everyone posted at Womanist Musings, saying, “I think that it is time to talk about motherhood in critical ways”

Ryan @ CML presents Target Date Retirement Funds posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Target Date Retirement Funds, or life-cycle funds, are automatically allocated investments based on a target date, removing guesswork from investing.”

Ryan @ MFN presents How to Ace the ASVAB posted at The Military Wallet, saying, “Tips on how to study for and pass the ASVAB examination.”

Clara Myers presents Natural Skin Care For Meat Eaters Part 1 posted at Face Natural, saying, “Now that I’ve given up on being a vegetarian, meat products are fair game - pun intended.”

Susan Howe presents 6 Money-Saving Tips When Preparing for Your Life Insurance Exam posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Preparing properly for your life insurance exam is important to qualify for the best life insurance rates. Here are six things you can do in order to prepare for your life insurance exam.”

Bailey Digger presents 50 iPad Apps for Web Designers posted at Web Design Degree, saying, “If you need help creating a flawless site or simply need to kick your creative juices into high gear, check out this list of 50 iPad apps for web designers.”

Amanda Harris presents 100 Classic Sci-Fi Movies You Can Watch Online For Free posted at Associate Degree Online, saying, “As can be expected, the films from this time period are in black and white, and many do not even feature sound. However, many people are of the belief that these details add to the scariness since we are not used to them. See for yourself when you watch these classics for free online.”

Katie Gilbert presents 50+ Beautiful & Inspiring Books that Teachers Should Read This Summer | Online Universities posted at OnlineUniversities.com.

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Tips to Avoid Foreclosure posted at Change of Address.

Naomi Seldin presents 50 Best Blogs for Cleaner Eating posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Sammy presents Two Cheaters Don?t Make One Right posted at Cheating Men, saying, “If your significant other cheats on you, revenge cheating is a bad idea.”

Jerry Rogers presents Everything You Need to Start Your Own Coworking Group posted at OnlineUniversities.com.

Susan Howe presents Calculating Your Life-Time Income posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “Take time to calculate how much income you’ve made over the span of your entire working life, the results can be eye-opening.”

Monte Stonewall presents 12 Most Common Causes of Burns posted at Fire Science Colleges.

Sandra McAubre presents 25 Reasons Your Kids Should Do Yoga posted at Sports Management Degrees, saying, “Many people who practice yoga have never thought about sharing this activity with their children. Here, we have found 25 great reasons why you should encourage your kids to do yoga.”

Carolyn Friedman presents 10 Seriously Cool Predictions for the Future of Your Cell Phone posted at Becoming a Computer Technician, saying, “Following the lead of the Blackberry, iPhone, and other trendy time-savers, other companies have scrambled to mimeograph their successes - resulting in a digital rush of state-of-the-art products that pique the interest, love, and loyalty of consumers around the world.”

crunchybetty presents Interruptions: How the Universe Gets Your Attention | Crunchy Betty posted at Crunchy Betty, saying, “One little note left by a stranger can change everything.”

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Welcome to the June 24, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

jim presents Tools to Buy, Tools to Borrow posted at Home Tool Review.

Madison DuPaix presents Health Care Bill Impacts: The Individual Mandate posted at My Dollar Plan.

FMF presents Money and the World Cup posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Money, the World Cup, and Shakira — what’s not to love?”

Jennifer Saksa presents Make your own Glee Music Mash-up posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “mix two songs together to make a great new song”

Aparna presents Addicted to Botox? posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Botox has changed many lives over the last few years. It has been used successfully in treating patients with everything from serious skin and muscles disorders to the minor effects of aging. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with using Botox to treat wrinkles and fight the flow of time on your body, there may be a point where the negative aspects of excessive use far out weight the positive effects”

Jim & Martha presents Carnival Cruise Lines Shareholder Discount Benefits posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Ryan @ CML presents Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Card $100 Cash Bonus posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Get a $100 cash bonus when you open a Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Card and spend $300 within the first 3 months you have the card.”

Ryan @ MFN presents Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension for Military and Overseas Federal Employees posted at The Military Wallet, saying, “There is an extension to the homebuyer tax credit, which is available to military members and federal employees who live overseas.”

Elizabeth presents Debt Consolidation Works Best When Financial Discipline Is Adhered To posted at Payday Loan Debt Consolidation Blog, saying, “You are happy after availing the services of a debt consolidation company and hope that now it will be convenient for you to pay off the debts. Further, you might heave a sigh of relief since all the creditors will now be handled by that company. You might be mistaken.”

Bridget Nicholson presents 10 Biggest Health Dangers Behind the Oil Spill posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Susan Kilroy presents 100 Healthy Celebrity Recipes You Should Have In Your Home posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Kyle McNamara presents 60 Awesome Search Engines for Serious Writers posted at AccreditedOnlineColleges.com.

Sheryl Owen presents Top 10 Reasons Landlords Don?t Want Satellite Dishes posted at Satellite Dish.

GrrlScientist presents Lift posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “LIFT is an appropriately named book by Rebecca K. O’Connor. It is about a falconer’s growing relationship with her first peregrine falcon, and also reveals the author’s battle to rise above her personal struggles and challenges. This book soars as a memoir, interweaving the author’s life story with an engaging narrative of flying a falcon.”

Aaron Dinsdale presents The Incompatibility Of Going Green and Greed posted at The Going Green Site!, saying, “If there’s anything that the recent Gulf of Mexico oil disaster has taught me, it’s that many of the ideas and well founded goals of going green and becoming eco-friendly are simply out of reach for the world – at it’s current state of thinking. Pure simple economics are a testament to that fact. The world’s economic engine runs on greed at it’s core. Nations have been competing in this arena since the dawn of time, and now we’re finally facing the butcher’s bill. How?”

Clara Myers presents Uninvited Guests At Your Barbecue? | Mind Mart posted at Mind Mart, saying, “No need to resort to harsh chemicals to get rid of bugs.”

Susan Howe presents Look who’s lurking around your Facebook page: Your insurance company! posted at Welcome to the Insure.com Insurance Blog: Life Insurance, Health Insurance and Car Insurance news and opinions, saying, “Insurance companies may soon be able to automatically comb social networking sites looking for data on consumers that would tell them whether to sell you insurance.”

jim presents How to Frugally Stock Your Home Toolbox posted at Home Tool Review.

Kim Miles presents happy father’s day posted at taking the long way home, saying, “Life as a camp host is filled with crazy people and great stories.”

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Welcome to the June 17, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents The Tenor Of Our Anniversary posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Kara Sebbert presents 10 Styles That Need to Make a Comeback posted at Fashion Merchandising Degrees.

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 10 Online Real Estate Sites posted at Change of Address.

Jim & Martha presents Bing Travel’s Cabin Class Search FAIL posted at Wanderlust Journey.

FMF presents And Yet Another College Student Who Needs a Clue posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “When will the madness end? Students and parents need to start doing their homework and not assume a college degree is “worth it” no matter how much they have to borrow. Otherwise, they’ll end up in a tough financial situation like this lady.”

Aparna presents Navel (Belly-button) Piercing posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “if you are thinking about getting your belly pierced, don’t count on a quick and problem free piercing. First and foremost, safety and hygiene should be at the top of the check list before you run out and grab a needle. There are significant risks whenever a needle meets skin: Bleeding, nerve damage in and around the piercing site, or an allergic reaction to the jewelry.”

Jennifer Saksa presents The Twitter Principle for Software posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “Small files that are fast to download, install and start using.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Limerick Affairs posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Kick-Ass Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

GrrlScientist presents Gulf Oil Spill Disaster: Spawn of the Living Dead for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna? posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “A recently published study, intended to provide data to commercial fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico so they maximize their catch of Yellowfin Tuna, Thunnus albacares, whilst avoiding bycatch of critically endangered Atlantic (Northern) Bluefin Tuna, Thunnus thynnus, suggests that the Deepwater Horizon oil leak may devastate the endangered Atlantic bluefin population, causing it to completely collapse or possibly go extinct.”

Tech Guy presents Are Technical Certifications Worth It? posted at Technical Certifications.

Jane Spiegel presents Online Casino Nachrichten aktuell über ganze Internet Glücksspiel Industrie! posted at Online Casino Spiegel, saying, “Online Casino Spiegel - is your World of Gambling Related News. You will find all necessary up to date information about gambling: casino, poker, sport bets, backgammon, blackjack, roulette etc. Periodically you can read articles about gambling history, luckiest winners, strategies and so on.”

Brenda Harris presents 100 Useful Tools to Teach Your Child Chinese posted at Online University Reviews, saying, “Whether illustrating a family’s rich cultural heritage, homeschooling, or wanting to give a child a head start in school, there exists a multitude of resources for parents interested in teaching Chinese lessons.”

Two Becomes One presents Two Becomes One » First Date Impressions Last posted at Two Becomes One Dating Tips, saying, “Dating Tips, Ideas, and Suggestions!”

Syrreal presents Syrreal Chronicles » Blog Archiv » Murky Water posted at Syrreal Chronicles.

Jennifer Lynch presents 100 Best Blogs for Exploring Alternative Medicine posted at Nursing School Search Blog.

Natalie Thomas presents 20 Free Online Tools To Help Your Family Develop A Fire Safety Plan posted at Fire Science Degree, saying, “Protect those you love by preventing fires, preparing for the worst, and practicing a home fire safety plan. These websites all offer free online tools and resources to help your family achieve this.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Moving Tips for Packing and Unpacking posted at Change of Address.

Sam presents Do You Need a Living Will? A Common Sense Guide to Living Wills posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “1. What Is a Living Will
2. How Is a Living Will Used
3. What Should Your Living Will Mention
4. When Does the Living Will Take Effect
5. What Is a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
6. A Living Will Is Part of an Advance Health Care Directive
7. How to Prepare Your Living Will

What Is a Living Will

Do you need a Living Will? A Living Will is your opportunity to express your directives for your own medical care, should you become incapacitated. The Living Will is a clear written statement of your desire regarding continuing treatment at the end of life. It addresses the the questions of life support and aggressive medical intervention.”

Aparna presents Addicted to Botox? posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Botox has changed many lives over the last few years. It has been used successfully in treating patients with everything from serious skin and muscles disorders to the minor effects of aging. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with using Botox to treat wrinkles and fight the flow of time on your body, there may be a point where the negative aspects of excessive use far out weight the positive effects. When this occurs, a person may be in the stages of an addiction.”

Infernios The Hoarding Dragon presents The 3 Cornerstones of Investing (The Dragon?s Hoard) posted at ThunderDrake, saying, “This post is more along the lines of personal finance. In a generalist theme blog, this should perhaps nab a few people’s attention; Through the guise of a dragon, this blog post discusses three common investing instruments; stocks, bonds, and precious metals. All verbose.

I like the nature of this particular carnival. Hope your next one goes smashingly. :D”

Nikita Cat presents Dr. Demento Radio Show Ends after 40 yrs.: A Cat Pays Creative Tribute posted at Meowsings of an Opinionated Pussycat, saying, “Hello, there! I think you know my Human, Kiril The Mad Macedonian. He was a long time contributor to CotV. ;-D
He suggested you just might find my post worthy of inclusion in the latest edition of Carnival.

He’s happier than a Feline in a Catnip Field that the original Blog Carnival is very much alive, and well, and promises to start contributing from his blog, again, soon. ;-D”

Monte Stonewall presents 10 Firefighting Phrases You Need to Know posted at Fire Science Colleges.

Susan Howe presents Extreme Personal Finance: Eating Well on One Dollar a Day posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “You don’t need to spend much money to eat well. In fact, you don’t need to spend hardly anything at all, if you’re savvy about coupons and sales.”

Gabriella White presents 50 Healthy Reasons to Have More Sex posted at EKG Classes, saying, “The article has gathered 50 healthy reasons to have more sex including physical and mental benefits. This content is intended for adults only who fully understand the responsibilities and consequences along with the benefits of sex.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 10 Jobs Where People Move A Lot posted at Change of Address.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Vive Vuvuzelas? Please, No! posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Mia Taylor presents 50 Free Resources for Controlling Your Online Reputation posted at Associate Degree Online, saying, “Now employers and universities can simply Google a name to see if the applicant is the right fit for them based on the things they do on the job and off. You never want to risk an opportunity thanks to your online reputation, so keep it in check with free resources that will make you look good on the web.”

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Welcome to the June 10, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

AEDINSY presents A Small Business Success Story ? Dolls For Friends posted at Small Business Advice | Small Business Tips and Articles | Small Business Success Stories, saying, “Is it possible to have a thriving small craft business in today’s economy? Meet Erin and Jill Lynch, owners of “Dolls For Friends” who make custom hand-crafted plush dolls for people world-wide!”

Taking Liberty presents Liberty Now and Again posted at Taking Liberty, saying, “This post deals with Liberty, uses and misuses of same. Topical. Political Satire.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 30 Stamp Collecting Blogs from Around the World posted at Change of Address.

MummyT presents Summer in Hanoi posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “On the wonders of a summer very far from home.”

FMF presents Avoid the “Ring-of-Fire” Countries posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “To make the most of your investments, avoid these countries.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Hatching Hypocrisy posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Sam presents Find a College That Is Right for You posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Find a College That is Just Right for You
1. Find a College that Fits Your General Criteria
2. Find a College with the Right Academic Programs
3. Find a College that Prepares Its Students Well
4. Find a College with the Right Campus Life
5. Find a College with the Right Extracurricular Activities
6. Find a College with the Right Students
7. Find the Right College for Your Financial Criteria
8. Are the Ivy League and Big Name Colleges Right for You?
9. Where to Find More Information About the Right College
You can find the college that is right for you. You can find a college that is within your budget, a college where you can achieve your potential, a college that encourages your interests, values and goals. Go through this checklist of questions about college life.”

Tech Guy presents Are Technical Certifications Worth It? posted at Technical Certifications.

Madison DuPaix presents How to Qualify for Social Security Benefits posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “This is a great breakdown of Social Security for those who aren’t up to speed.”

Gabriella White presents 50 Useful Reference Tools for Exploring Alternative Medicine posted at Radiography Schools, saying, “Alternative medicine encompasses an exceptionally broad spectrum of practices. Everything from ancient or indigenous remedies to today’s herbal supplements qualifies as a treatment option beyond the mainstream solutions.”

Taking Liberty presents The Brain Party posted at Taking Liberty, saying, “In this comic of poltical satire, Liberty has had enough and decides to launch her own political movement but she has burning questions to ask to vet her aspiring members.”

presents Printable Fathers Day Cards posted at Home Life Weekly, saying, “Make your own printable Fathers Day cards is really easy all you need to do is download the free Fathers Day Card design of you choice then print and fold. Yes its really that easy!!!”

Aparna presents Shape Up In 4 Weeks posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “http://www.beautyandgroomingtips.com/2010/04/shape-up-in-4-weeks.html”

GrrlScientist presents Oiled SeaBirds: To Kill Or Not To Kill? What Is The Ethical Thing To Do? posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Some people claim that we should euthanize all oiled birds immediately upon recovering them. But I argue it is our ethical responsibility to protect, clean and save these birds, even after they’ve been oiled, just as we should preserve and clean their habitats.”

Kat Sias presents Depression and Diabetes posted at Karun, saying, “Servicing over 250,000 customers. Canada Pharmacy – Can Pharm is a cheap and affordable, reputable, legal online drugstore. 110% price match guaranteed with call center operation 24 hours a day!”

Josh Andrews presents Win a Roku Box!! Father’s Day Contest posted at SuperCoolSteals, saying, “Father’s Day Contest. Win a Roku Box!! Tell us what, “Being a super cool father means…” to you in the comments of this post.”

JayB presents Solar Water Fountain posted at Buy Remedy, saying, “A look at the less obvious environmental benefits to be gained by installing a solar water fountain in your garden.”

Denise Harris presents Benefits of Lean Muscle Mass posted at Able Mart, saying, “Seniors can benefit greatly from exercising for lean muscle mass.”

C. Myers presents Alternative Therapies For Alcohol Abuse posted at Mind Mart, saying, “If the 12 step program doesn’t work for you, there are alternative therapies for alcoholism.”

Isabella Smith presents 52 Tips for Natural Newborn Care posted at EKG Classes, saying, “The true scope of natural and organic newborn care stretches much further than these 52 points, but parents can use these as a viable starting point to finding more solutions suitable for their lifestyles.”

Olivia Davis presents 43 Mind hacks That Will Make You Healthier posted at Radiology Technician Schools, saying, “As the veritable Grand Central Station of the human body, it is of the utmost importance to care for the brain with as much painstaking attention as possible. Even beyond the basics, though, numerous hacks exist to ensure the overall health and safety of the mind as well as the body.”

MummyT presents Madam, Your Husband? posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “On the intrinsic comedy value of spending a holiday with the father of your child. When you’re not together.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: 20 Tips for House Hunters posted at Change of Address.

Brian Anderson presents Stick A Cork In It posted at Crypto American.

Mohit Salgaonkar presents Project हो तो ऐसा (बिलकुल न हो) posted at Still Waiting to Wake, saying, “Read how a Bombay University project was (almost not) completed! This is a true story that’ll leave you incredulous!”

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Welcome to the June 3, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Jim & Martha presents European Countries Using the Euro posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Effortless Abundance presents Nine Simple Keys to Ignite The Manifestation Process posted at Dream Manifesto.

FMF presents Help a Reader: Discussing a Pre-Nup posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Doubling your income in less than a year? Not bad!!!”

Madison DuPaix presents 10 Budget Wedding Ideas From a Satisfied Bride posted at My Dollar Plan, saying, “Great article for anyone planning a budget wedding!”

Jennifer Saksa presents Make A Customized Ringtone for Your New Phone posted at NCH Software Blog.

Aparna presents Giveaway:Win Clearly Beautiful Eye Mask, LashFood & Le Baby Hair Gel posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Enter for a chance to win Clearly Beautiful Collagen Eye Mask, LashFood Drama Mascara & Le Baby Hair Gel. To enter, comment on the post, subscribe, twitter, mention/like it on Facebook/Twitter, submit to any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or like this blog’s Facebook page. Ends June 4, 2010.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents American Idol?s Problem ? Crystallized posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Isabella Smith presents 10 Reasons to Be Glad You Didn’t Go to High School in China posted at Online University Lowdown, saying, “Discipline is a huge part of Chinese lifestyle and this introduced at an early age and drilled in through high school, giving students a true taste of real life in China.”

Mia Taylor presents 50 Inspiring Religious Leaders You Should Follow on Twitter posted at Online Christian Colleges, saying, “The list in the article , by no means even one iota of comprehensive, tries to provide a diverse selection of microblogs representing the 5 largest belief systems on the planet.”

Gabriella White presents 50 Enlightening & Inspiring Books Every Nurse Needs to Read posted at Online Nurse Practitioner Schools, saying, “It is a fact that the busy nurse does not have much time for leisure reading. That being said, a good book can do so much to enrich your life that even the busiest nurse should take the time to check out our list of 50 enlightening and inspiring books every nurse should read.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Mail Delivery Times and Realistic Expectations posted at Change of Address.

Digerati Life presents Citi Credit Cards Review: From Citi Platinum Select To Citi Forward posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

GrrlScientist presents Australian Aboriginal Rock Art May Depict Giant Bird Extinct for 40,000 Years posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “An Australian Aboriginal rock art may depict a giant bird that is thought to have become extinct some 40,000 years ago, thereby making it the oldest rock painting on the island continent. The red ochre drawing was first discovered two years ago, but archaeologists were only able to confirm the finding two weeks ago, when they first visited the remote site on the Arnhem Land plateau in north Australia.”

Taking Liberty presents Buckminster Fuller posted at Taking Liberty, saying, “Buckminster Fuller has a point. Corporate personhood established essentially by a court reporter of the Supreme Court created conditions that today have had devastating results in the economics of our times. Unknown to most people, corporations to be considered as ‘persons’ legally was never intrenched in the constitution nor ruled upon as a specific change in the 14 Amendment which deals in detail with rights and civil liberties.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 10 Things That Break When Moving posted at Change of Address.

Susan Howe presents Building a Personal Finance Library: 25 of the Best Books About Money posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “There are literally hundreds of books out there about the way you think about, and act with, your money. Here are some of them which could be considered essential to effectively handle your personal finances.”

Laura Grace Weldon presents On the Beating Death of a Snapping Turtle posted at Laura Grace Weldon, saying, “Their presence reassures us that our farm is bountiful and feeds them well. Or perhaps their yearly return is a ritual of sorts, acknowledging as rituals do that some things stay the same in a world where so much changes.”

Drica Lima presents Relationship Mistake: Using Sex As A Weapon posted at lovingmelovingyou.org.

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Welcome to the May 24, 2010 edition of best of me symphony.

ricky presents Manchester Pest Control Tips: The Top 6 Ways To Prevent Mice Infestations posted at Youngs Pest Control Blog, saying, “Manchester pest control is high on many speed dial lists all year round because of the seemingly increasing number of pests around. More and more infestations seem to occur every year and there are two common rodents that usually make the top pests lists. The first is rats but the second, and more common in domestic homes, is the mouse. Mice are not only an annoyance but can bring in all sorts of other bugs, viruses and problems. As such, you need to sort the problem out sooner rather than later.”

Abigail Perry presents Can you afford to have ethics while you’re in debt? posted at I Pick Up Pennies, saying, “You don’t hear many poor or lower-middle-class people talking about Walmart’s scandalous treatment of workers. Can you afford to have a moral high ground when you’re broke?”

Jim & Martha presents The Lido Deck posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Angela Peterson presents 20 Distinguished Writers and Their Drink of Choice posted at Online University Reviews, saying, “Stereotype dictates that brilliant, decorated, well-educated writers take to alcohol with as much – if not more – impassioned enthusiasm as they do their literary craft.”

Cheryl Ragsdale presents 10 Reasons Why Female Bodybuilding is the Greatest Sport posted at That Girl is Funny, saying, “It’s a sport of muscle and high heel shoes, hair, make-up, accessories, having the right suit, having the right color suit - a sport of conditioning – a sport where too much conditioning could be your detriment and too little conditioning could be equally detrimental.”

FMF presents Actual Versus Acceptable Debts of Americans posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “There’s a very big gap between the debt Americans SHOULD have and what the ACTUALLY have.”

Ryan @ CML presents Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Card posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “A review of the Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Card, one of the top rewards and balance transfer credit cards.”

MummyT presents Working Girl posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “A slice of life from downtown Manila.”

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Welcome to the May 27, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Jennifer Miner presents Harry Potter at Universal Studios Theme Park: Inside the Wizarding World posted at The Vacation Gals - Family travel, girlfriend getaways, romantic getaways, destinations, things to do, travel tips, saying, “I hoped to catch my enthusiasm in this post, and I think I did. I hope you like it too!”

Angela Peterson presents 10 Funniest Teachers on YouTube posted at Online University Lowdown, saying, “Many educators use the internet video juggernaut as a means of supplementing their high school or college lectures, while others end up on there thanks to a little ninja camera action courtesy of their cheeky students.”

Kathy Wilson presents 10 Disney Characters Who Stirred Up Controversy posted at Graphic Design Degrees, saying, “Sometimes Disney and media experts counter with interesting perspectives of their own, sometimes not. Far more than 10 examples of controversial characters and characterization devices have cropped up since the studio’s creation in 1939, but the following provides a summary of a few of their more visible offenses.”

Gabriella White presents 20 Best TED Talks on the Environment posted at Becoming a Computer Technician, saying, “The article has listed 20 best TED talks on the environment loaded with experts, scientist, and well-known environmental activists. They are listed by current number of “most favorite all time.” Averaging about ten to 20 minutes in length each, a few hours can have you seeing the Earth in a whole new light.”

Steve Faber presents Some Great Proposal Videos posted at Propose To My Girlfriend, saying, “If you want some proposal inspiration, check out these videos!”

No Fo Pa presents reading while on the office toilet posted at No Fo Pa.

FMF presents The Ten Worst Money Mistakes Anyone Can Make posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “To become wealthy all you need to do is spend less than you earn for a long period of time and avoid these fatal money moves that can derail your finances.”

Jennifer Saksa presents Evolution of the Photo Album posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “Making a slideshow from your digital photos can enhance the way we preserve memories.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Brassy Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Antoinette Patterson presents Need a Makeover? Try 1 Year of UGLY posted at HelloMissPatterson, saying, “If you tried everything to make yourself beautiful and it doesnt work, why not become ugly to get a blank canvas? Read on to find out more..”

Sheryl Owen presents Top 10 Reasons to Use Snail Mail posted at Change of Address.

Madison DuPaix presents Take Advantage of Retirement Catch-Up Contributions posted at My Dollar Plan.

Ryan @ CML presents How to Sell Your Car on Craigslist posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Tips on how to quickly and easily list and sell your car on Craigslist.”

MummyT presents Full Fathom Five? posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “The magic of diving World War II wrecks in Coron Bay, the Philippines.”

Jade Jackson presents The nesting of the Leatherback Turtle posted at Bales Travel News & Info, saying, “Travel, Nature and Culture Blog - Incredible information about the leatherback turtle’s unique nesting in Costa Rica.”

Jailan Marie presents Becoming CEO via Text Message | Matt Eventoff posted at Communication3.0.

GrrlScientist presents Purppura Päivänkakkaraa posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “it’s really strange how trying to name one flower image can also provide a lesson in linguistics (and slang) as well as show how the Google Translate algorithm is programmed to cheat.”

EDUmobile.ORG presents Ipad Development posted at iPad Programming and iPad Development Tutorials Online, saying, “Learn how to master iPad development and tap into this hot new niche. Start writing Apps for the iPad and iPhone just like the gurus. If you have an idea that you think is unique - there is no better time to make good money with your idea for the iPad and iPhone. EDUmobile has over 200 students in training and they offer a free downloadable ebook and one-on-one training sessions, with a full money back guarantee.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: The Origin of the Ponzi Scam posted at Change of Address.

Isabella Smith presents 12 Simple Ways to Fireproof Your Home for Summer posted at Fire Science Degree, saying, “Summer leaves ample room for accidents when it comes to fire. While we’re off enjoying the weather, simple things can go wrong resulting in a fire that spreads like, well, wildfire. Keep a fire safety plan in play all year and go over it with children every season to ensure they know what to do should disaster strike.”

Amy Porter presents The Art of Detaching From Our Stuff posted at Equinaut.

Sam presents NEW !! Famous Astronauts and Space Exploration posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Why do we want to explore space? There are many reasons to explore space. We want to understand the universe, the planets and the night sky. There are military advantages to a space presence. Space may contain valuable natural resources. In the far off future, there may be a need for space travel to escape a worldwide disaster, or to colonize new worlds, or to prepare for the death of our Sun about a billion years from now. As a result of space exploration, many inventions and discoveries have benefited life here on Earth. The space program studied the effect of weightlessness, material properties, combustion and the behavior of fluids under microgravity. It created three dimensional topographic maps of the Earth at a high resolution. More than 300 other solar systems have been discovered. Because of space travel we also understand planet Earth better. Great explorers never know what they will discover, or how important their work will be in the future. For explorers, space is the final frontier.

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Welcome to the May 20, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Jim & Martha presents Delta SkyMiles Cardholders: First Checked Bag Free posted at Wanderlust Journey.

FMF presents The Eight Money Ratios, Part 2 posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Some money ratios to tell you if you’re on track financially.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Why I?ll Never Be A Supreme Court Justice posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Limerick Ode To Betty White posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Brian Anderson presents Bring Out Your Dead posted at Crypto American.

Jailan Marie presents BP - It’s What You Say AND How You Say It | Matt Eventoff posted at Communication3.0.

June Tree presents YNAB (You Need A Budget) Personal Budget Software Is 10% Off posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Jane Eisenhart presents Jane’s Thousand posted at Hometown Grotesque.

Mia Taylor presents 100 Inspirational Tweets Everyone Should Read posted at Online Christian Colleges, saying, “Here are the top 100 inspirational tweets everyone should read listed mostly by current followers. From Christian to Muslim to atheist, there is something for everyone. You can also choose to get your inspiration from a pastor, Catholic, Mormon, or even those who don’t believe in God.”

Natalie Thomas presents Top 50 Twitter Feeds to Follow Tech News posted at Becoming a Computer Technician, saying, “Take a look at the listed top 50 Twitter feeds to follow tech news. They contain everything on the latest new gadget, along with loads of other tidbits to help you enjoy the tech you already have.”

ricky presents Manchester Pest Control Tips: The Top 6 Ways To Prevent Mice Infestations posted at Youngs Pest Control Blog, saying, “Manchester pest control is high on many speed dial lists all year round because of the seemingly increasing number of pests around. More and more infestations seem to occur every year and there are two common rodents that usually make the top pests lists. The first is rats but the second, and more common in domestic homes, is the mouse. Mice are not only an annoyance but can bring in all sorts of other bugs, viruses and problems. As such, you need to sort the problem out sooner rather than later.”

Kathy Wilson presents 40 Great Firefox Add-ons for Serious Shoppers posted at Becoming a Computer Technician, saying, “Add-ons are fun little “gadgets” that serve a specific purpose within the browser. In this article, we’ll let you know about 40 add-ons that make shopping on the web easier and more fun.”

Sheryl Owen presents Change of Address: Top 10 House Warming Gifts posted at Change of Address.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Maine Mishigas posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Brenda Harris presents 20 Amazing iPad Apps for Educators posted at Online University Reviews, saying, “After the iPod revolutionized how society listened to music and the iPhone pushed the boundaries of smartphone technology, the iPad stands poised to alter the face of mobile computing. Many have praised its potential to make personal and professional lives that much easier – and that certainly includes the education industry!”

Mike Ross presents The 25 Best Fashion Design Blogs on the Internet posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “The Internet is a powerful resource for any fashionista. Everything fashionable, from news to shopping to insightful analyses of the latest runway shows, can be your with just a few clicks. Lately, the World Wide Web has also proven to be a fantastic resource for fashion designers. There is a boundless stretch of inspiration available for the fashion designer in everyone, alongside valuable tips on improving your craft. Here are 25 of the very best fashion design blogs on the Internet.”

Sam presents NEW !! How to Choose a College Major - Complete List from A to Z posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Are you trying to choose a college major? A major means a group of college courses in a specific area of study. Here you will find the complete list of the college majors that are available, what you will study and how each college major will influence your career after graduation.”

Jim & Martha presents International Restaurant Tipping Guide posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Susan Howe presents The Best Time to Buy Almost Everything posted at Get Rich Slowly, saying, “The key to finding bargains is timing—off-season, end-of-season, new models bringing down prices on the old models. There’s a pattern and a perfect time to buy just about anything. When possible, plan your purchases by using the following list to score the best deals and to keep more of your money in your high interest savings account.”

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Welcome to the May 13, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents John McCain — Ignoramus, Liar, Or Terrorist Sympathizer? posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Carol Vertz presents 20 Ways to Find a Happy Hour posted at Liberal Arts Colleges.

Jailan Marie presents Floyd Mayweather Speaks | Matt Eventoff posted at Communication3.0.

FMF presents How to Get a Career Award posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “One way to get better than average raises is to win an award. This post tells how to do this.”

Annaly Curzon presents When Things Fall Apart posted at Working On Me, saying, “Try to avoid these behaviors during times of stress - they only make things worse.”

C. Myers presents Plantain: The First Aid That Grows on Your Lawn posted at Mind Mart, saying, “The common herb plantain is great for many skin issues.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Miserly Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Jennifer Saksa presents A Webmaster’s Love Affair with Fling FTP Software posted at NCH Software Blog.

Cary Anderson presents How To Be Frugal: Saving Money on Entertainment posted at All Things Frugal, saying, “Having fun does not mean having to spend a lot of money.”

Robert Lew Terrell presents souls suppose posted at Existential Haiku, saying, “Existential Haiku blog contains original haiku of poet Robert Lew. I write about many subjects - nature, seasonal, humor, animals - and often from an existential viewpoint.”

Ryan @ CML presents Best Zero Percent Balance Transfer Credit Cards posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “You can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by transferring your high interest credit card debt to a 0% interest credit card.”

Mike Ross presents The 10 Baddest Mothers in Movie History posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “We take a moment to look at the most wicked moms in film history. In proving the psychopath doesn’t fall far from the tree, these bad mamma jammas have provided us with some of the more memorable roles in cinema history.”

GrrlScientist presents How Will You Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day? posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “A list of things you can do to help birds and other native wildlife, from small day-to-day changes to becoming a citizen activist.”

Steve Faber presents Four Great Reasons to Skip the ?Is She The Right Girlfriend?? Test posted at How to Get a Girl Back, saying, “So, you think taking one of those online tests that purports to tell you weather she’s the right one will answer your questions? Think again, before you put too much stock in any of them.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Obama?s What??? posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

jerklogic presents Traffic Light Etiquette For The Hopelessly Clueless posted at Jerklogic, saying, “So you’re sitting comfortably in your bright yellow ‘67 Chevy surrounded by well used Coke cans and a Le Big Mac or three, when the psychedelic flashing of the red, yellow and green lights of the traffic signal looming before you interrupts your internal ecstasy. What to do? Stop? Go? Slow? Speed?”

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Welcome to the May 10, 2010 edition of best of me symphony.

Jim & Martha presents Repositioning Cruises posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Lovelyn presents Fiction Friday posted at Nebulous Mooch.

Kat Sias presents Home - New Bright Apples - Free Online Photography Courses posted at New Bright Apples - whats inside, saying, “Everything a new or pro photographer would want from a photography site. New Bright Apples offers the only FREE online full photography course with all the added features including online assignments, self-graded tests, and a cool social network where our students chat with photographers and artists from around the world. Our network is soon to be the largest photography social network in the world.”

Mary Killelea presents Google, Bing, and Yahoo?s Most Searched Terms posted at Portland SEO, saying, “Portland SEO Mary Killelea of Working Web Solutions shares the latest news, tips and seo pitfalls for business owners as well as developers.”

FMF presents Make and Save Money by Getting Rid of Your Junk posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Make money, save money, and declutter your life. What’s not to love?”

Robert Lew Terrell presents noisy creature posted at Existential Haiku, saying, “Existential Haiku blog contains original haiku of poet Robert Lew. I write about many subjects - nature, seasonal, humor, animals - and often from an existential viewpoint.”

Darcy presents Prodigal Frog posted at Of Winds and Water, saying, “An entertaining story about our mishaps while living on a sailboat.”

Silicon Valley Blogger presents What Are The Best Credit Card Rewards Programs? posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Romancing The Stoic (Humor Column) posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

MummyT presents Sweet Madeleines posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “Hey! Thanks for featuring me a couple of weeks ago. This is an essay on nostalgia from a tropical island by way of Fruitella candies…”

GrrlScientist presents Successfully Keeping Celebes Rainbowfish, Telmatherina ladigesi, in Captivity posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Perhaps one of my favorite rainbowfish species is the Celebes Rainbowfish, also known as the Celebes Sailfish, Telmatherina ladigesi, which was the first species in this group that I learned how to keep and breed.”

Jim & Martha presents Norwegian Cruise Line Latitudes Loyalty Program posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Cheryl Ragsdale presents Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Saying Yes or Saying No posted at That Girl is Funny, saying, “Seems to me, the woman with the bundles, the baby and the beverage was taking life too seriously as she navigated the door. Or maybe that’s just my interpretation. Could it be that she was playing some mad game – like she was challenging herself to see if she could handle it all? For all I know, I could have been spoiling her fun. Do you get into trouble because you say yes when you mean no? Read on…”

FMF presents Making the Most of Your Most Valuable Financial Asset posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Your career is your most valuable asset. If you take certain steps you can make the most of it — and make millions of dollars more through the course of your career.”

Robert Lew Terrell presents souls suppose posted at Existential Haiku, saying, “Existential Haiku blog contains original haiku of poet Robert Lew. I write about many subjects - nature, seasonal, humor, animals - and often from an existential viewpoint.”

Robert Lew Terrell presents souls suppose posted at Existential Haiku, saying, “Existential Haiku blog contains original haiku of poet Robert Lew. I write about many subjects - nature, seasonal, humor, animals - and often from an existential viewpoint.”

June Tree presents 0% Interest Credit Cards, 12 Months Balance Transfer posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Mr Credit Card presents Should I Get A Delta Reserve Card To Go With My Amex Platinum Card? posted at Ask Mr Credit Card.

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Welcome to the May 6, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Aparna presents The Body Shop Mother’s Day Giveaway posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Awesome Mother’s Day Giveaway!! Enter for a chance to win a wonderful Mother’s Day pampering kit full of various goodies from The Body Shop’s Spa Wisdom Japan collection line (value $106). Ends May 9, 2010. To enter take the TBS Mother’s Day Quiz, comment on the post, subscribe, twitter, mention it on Facebook/Twitter, any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or ‘like’ this blog’s Facebook page.”

Mia Taylor presents 101 Blog Posts Every New Nurse Should Read posted at Online Nurse Practitioner Schools, saying, “With the help of the listed 101 blog posts every new nurse should read, you can get a leg up on patient interactions, medicine, drugs, and more.”

Zhu presents Night And Day In Toronto’s Chinatown posted at Correr Es Mi Destino, saying, “I feel at home in crowded Chinatown. The smell of the food, the colorful signs and displays, the multicultural atmosphere make me feel good. Plus, it’s a great place to take pictures.”

Brooke presents Cleaning Laminate Floors: How to Get Gum Off posted at She Fixes.

Isabella Smith presents 50 Filthiest Jobs on the Planet posted at Radiology Technician Schools, saying, “These messy jobs and the hardworking men and women tasked with them on a daily basis require exposure to hazardous chemicals or gases, disease-carrying microbes, dirt, and numerous other dirty, disgusting dangers.”

chris presents Crosby Shoots, Can Jesus Save? posted at Life As A Human.

Jennifer Saksa presents Did Your Phone System Get Left Behind in the Digital Transition? posted at NCH Software Blog.

GrrlScientist presents (How) Are Birds Affected by Volcanic Ash? : Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “[wild and domestic birds] April is the peak month of spring migration for millions of birds, so the ongoing eruption of the Icelandic volcano, Eyjafjallajökull, presents hundreds of millions of birds with an unusually challenging set of circumstances as they fly to their northerly breeding grounds. But when a reader asked me how volcanic ash affects birds, I had no ready answer. The best I can do is to say that the ash is affecting birds, but I cannot say precisely how — so I decided to investigate this issue in more depth and share the studies I found.”

FMF presents What the Top 10% Have and Earn posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Stats on those who make and own a ton.”

Carl Andrews presents 20 Awkward Engagement Photos posted at Photography Schools Online.

Wise Bread presents 25 Great Gifts for $5 or Less posted at Wisebread.

Bert Meert presents The Past Inside Your Present posted at Life, Blogging and The Pursuit of Personal Growth.

presents Why Real Estate Is Always A Sellers’ Market posted at Tallahassee Real Estate Blog, saying, “It is always a sellers’ market in real estate, and it is important to know this whether you are buying or selling real estate. This is a fact that is often missed by people who want to buy a home, as well as by sellers who want to sell a home.”

Gabriella White presents 100 Super Useful Links for Vegetarians & Vegans posted at Surgical Technician Schools, saying, “There’s a good chance you have access to a computer. So use your surfing time wisely by checking out these 100 super useful links for vegetarians and vegans. They can help you cook, shop, order, and much more.”

Ava Jones presents 50 Incredible Books Every Educator Should Read posted at Online University Reviews, saying, “The article has listed 50 incredible books every educator should read. No matter if looking for inspiration, advice, or just a good read, they can help your career in education immensely.”

Aparna presents Win Mother’s Day Makeover Package worth $159 from PHYTO-C posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “An Amazing Mother’s Day Giveaway!!Enter for a chance to win Mother’s Day Makeover Package from PHYTO-C worth $159 with these wonderful collection of products: The Intense Line Defense, Velvet Gel, and Serum Twenty. To enter, comment on the post, subscribe, twitter, mention it on Facebook/Twitter, any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway, follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect or ‘like’ this blog’s Facebook page. Ends May 13, 2010.”

June Tree presents ETrade Online Brokerage Account: Top Broker Review posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Operatic Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Jocelyn Harris presents 60 Insider Secrets to College Admissions posted at Online University Lowdown, saying, “There are enough resources available both online and through high schools and institutions of higher learning to help provide some semblance of stress reduction and structure to a frenzied, occasionally soul-crushing process. Take advantage of these tips and tricks from experts and expert researchers alike as a means of approaching the college application process with a clearer head and more responsible, positive outlook.”

MummyT presents Age Appropriate Reading « Travels with a Nine Year Old posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “In which my nine year old son learns more than I had bargained for from a Vietnam War memoir.”

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Welcome to the April 29, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Ryan @ MFN presents How to Get a VA Certificate of Eligibility posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “You will need to obtain a VA Certificate of Eligibility before you can apply for a VA Loan. Here are the steps you need to take to get your certificate.”

Aparna presents Shape Up In 4 Weeks posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Just 4 weeks of conscious eating, exercising and looking after your skin can bring about a dramatic change in your looks and morale if you are strong in your resolve. Because for just 4 weeks to make any difference, you have to wear sincerity on your sleeve from day one.”

Digerati Life presents Best High Yield Savings Accounts posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Wallet Blogger presents Free Online Stock Trading & Broker Promotions posted at The Smarter Wallet.

Gabriella White presents 10 Unbelievably Strict College Campuses posted at Online Degree, saying, “The listed schools nonetheless play host to a number of regulations that seem rather appalling to mainstream society, and this article takes an admittedly irreverent peek at a little of what they have to say.”

Dana presents I am a mommyblogger, or Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf? posted at Roscommon Acres.

Jocelyn Harris presents 20 Disgusting Jobs That You Never, Ever Want posted at Top Online Engineering Degree, saying, “These 20 disgusting jobs that you never, ever want and are sure to have you appreciating your current job like never before.”

Jim & Martha presents Carnival Cruises Past Guest Recognition Loyalty Program posted at Wanderlust Journey.

Jailan Marie presents Public Speaking for Professional Athletes, Pt. I | Matt Eventoff posted at Communication3.0, saying, “A personal development article”

Jennifer Saksa presents Ask Dad: Debut is a Simple Screen Recording Solution posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “You don’t always need to try and reinvent the wheel. you just need to find the right tool for the job. In this post I talk about how my dad used screen recording software to give a virtual interface to his customized test environment.”

Tara presents The “Funky Town” Date posted at The Dating Divas, saying, “We ALL know life can get pretty crazy! We fall in love, get married, and think we are going to live happily ever after….

Then comes the careers, kids, meetings, yard work, laundry, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning the house, BILLS, illness, stress, etc. We forget to slow down and count our blessings AND focus on the person we decided to spend the rest of our lives with!! We forget to continue dating our spouses!!

We are a group of fun-loving friends…er…I mean….DIVAS who adore our husbands and want to make sure that we always keep our relationship with that significant other…a TOP priority!

We will be taking turns posting fun, creative, AND inexpensive dates each week!”

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Welcome to the April 22, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Susan Howe presents 10 Creative Ways Recycling Can Save You Money in a Tough Economy posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Recycling is not just good for the environment and health, but it can also help us save and make a little extra money. Especially that everyone needs to stretch every dollar that they can nowadays. This article provide some of the ways on how to green up our lives.”

Katie Sorene presents 25 Signs that You’re a True Citizen of the World | Travel Blog - Tripbase posted at Travel Blog - Tripbase.

Sam presents NEW !! 57 New Businesses to Start With No Money posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

Here are 57 ways to start a new business with little or no money. Being self-employed is often the way to success. Since you are starting with no money, you should choose a business that requires no inventory or expensive equipment. You will naturally begin small, and you probably want to work out of your home. You’ll want to begin your new enterprise quickly, so you can start earning right away.
You might think you don’t have the special skills or talents required to start a new business. But many of these ideas do not require a formal education, prior experience, or long-term training. Think back on the jobs you’ve held in the past. What skills did you use? At what tasks did you excel? What did you learn about business? Make your previous on-the-job training the basis for your new small business. My favorite quotation is from Aristotle, who said, “Become by doing.”"

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Republican “Patriots” posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Clara Myers presents Apple Cider Vinegar Skin Care Remedy posted at Face Natural, saying, “Apple cider vinegar can help a myriad of skin conditions.”

Denise Harris presents Help For Seniors With Limited Mobility posted at Able Mart, saying, “Tips for seniors who have mobility issues.”

C. Myers presents The Origins of Modern Iridology posted at Mind Mart, saying, “Some history and an explanation of iridology.”

Clark Bjorke presents Rosemary Clooney: Mambo Italiano posted at Clark’s Picks, saying, “Rosemary Clooney learned her fake Italian accent from Italian American bandleader, Tony Pastor. It was also 1954, when P.C. hadn’t been invented yet.”

Mike Ross presents The 15 Greatest Horror Movie Villains of All Time posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “Not all horror movies are created equal. Indeed the success or failure of a horror movie often depends on how terrifying (or sometimes likeable) the “villain” is. So here we present those villains who have given us bad dreams, great one-liners, and sometimes even bladder control problems.”

FMF presents How My New Furnace is on Track to Save Me Thousands posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Details of how my new furnace turned into a good financial decision.”

Bryan Perkins presents River of fire. [Art. Why not?] posted at Art. Why not?.

Ryan @ CML presents How to Hire a Lawyer posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Do you need a lawyer? Check out these tips to help you understand what to look for when searching for and interviewing a lawyer.”

Ryan @ MFN presents How to Apply for a VA Loan posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “A VA Loan is a great way to finance a home, but there are several steps you need to take before you can qualify for and obtain a VA Loan.”

jim presents How Much is Minimum Wage? posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Tech Guy presents 3 Reasons You Should Get a Certification posted at Technical Certifications.

Digerati Life presents Online Discount Brokers: SmartMoney Broker Survey posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Wallet Blogger presents Start Saving Money! How Banks Pay You To Save posted at The Smarter Wallet.

marjorie presents Organic Shopping Tips posted at Laurel on Health Food, saying, “Shopping for organic foods can be a little confusing and even frustrating. t’s about finding a balance between quality, price, and convenience. Here are my top tips to help you on your next organic shopping trip.”

marjorie presents What would happen if… posted at Green Thinking Blog, saying, “Have you ever wondered what would have happened if plastic bags have never been invented?”

GrrlScientist presents Is That A T. rex Up Your Nose? New Species of Nose-dwelling Leech Discovered posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “As if most people and their pets don’t have enough blood-suckers in their lives, a new species of mucous-membrane infesting leech discovered three years ago in the nostril of a 9-year-old girl. She frequently bathed in lakes, rivers and streams in the Amazonian part of Peru and was distressed when she felt “a sliding sensation” in the back of her nose.”

James OConnor presents Why Designer Fashion Appeals to Ordinary People, Not Just the Rich posted at UK Designer Fashion Blog - Designer Clothing Info - Men’s & Women’s Brands, saying, “Designer UK Fashion Blog on why designer fashion appeals to ordinary people, not just the rich & famous”

Adam Webster presents PetGadgets.com Offers Prizes to New Jersey’s Top Dogs | Love My Pets GPS Pet Safety Products - GPS Pet Locator, GPS Dog Collar, GPS Pet Tracker posted at Love My Pets GPS Pet Safety Products - GPS Pet Locator, GPS Dog Collar, saying, “A New A-GPS-based pet tracker that enables you to keep track of your pet at all times. To learn more about Love My Pets GPS pet safety products, click on the Products Link Tour. We offer one of a kind glow in the dark and reflective dog collars and leashes.”

presents Printable Mothers Day Cards posted at Home Life Weekly, saying, “Make your own printable Mothers Day cards. Its really quick and easy all you need to do is download the free Mothers Day Card design of you choice then print and fold.”

Steve Faber presents Propose To My Girlfriend » 10 More Top Romantic Places to Propose – She’ll Be Dying to Say “Yes!” posted at Propose To My Girlfriend, saying, “You only get one chance to propose, make sure you do it right!”

Isabella Smith presents 7 Controversial Cosmetic Surgeries Now Surging in China posted at MRI Technician Schools, saying, “According to Lisa Ling, next to tourism, automobiles, and real estate, beauty is the fourth-biggest industry in the largest country in the world. From common procedures like nose jobs and breast implants to the uncommon, China is fast rising in cosmetic procedures.”

Adam presents Helping Kids Cope with Divorce posted at divorcetipsforher.com, saying, “Divorce can be incredibly hard on children of any ages, and it is important for both the mother and the father to help the children get through the divorce.”

Mia Taylor presents 14 Greatest Vampire Stories of All Time posted at Phlebotomy Technician Schools, saying, “Created by Stephenie Meyer, the Twilight series has gone on to break box office records just as its stars have gone on to break hearts. It is the story of boy meets girl, boy reveals he is a vampire, complications ensue”

Jennifer Saksa presents The Secret Life of Tone Generator Software posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, “A really fun look at some of the alternative uses of a simple tone generation software application. Who knew there were so many possibilities for something that seems so straight forward once you leave the beaten path.”

Aparna presents Your personal bill of rights posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “This thought-provoking personal bill of rights that every woman should be aware of”

Jocelyn Harris presents 60 Great Firefox Add-Ons for Web & Graphic Design posted at Online Degree, saying, “If you are a web or graphic designer, there is a Firefox set up that is just right for you. The article has listed 60 great Firefox add-ons for web and graphic design.”

Olivia Davis presents 50 Great Green Architecture & Design Blogs posted at Top Online Engineering Degree, saying, “The listed blogs are only a smattering of what the internet has to offer, but they provide a great starting point for anyone wanting to learn more about how mankind is attempting to leave a more positive impact on its home planet.”

Bryan Perkins presents You pay for my healthcare whether there’s a public option or not. posted at Art. Why not?.

Tech Guy presents Best Technical Certifications by Salary posted at Technical Certifications.

Aaron Rogier presents Facebook?s Expanding Chokehold Online posted at Aaron Rogier, saying, “A look at many of the ways Facebook has changed this week in its most substantial transformation in quite a while focusing on how Facebook is spreading beyond its own site.”

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Welcome to the April 15, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

jim presents Are E-Cigarettes Safe? posted at Journal of Healthy Living.

Mia Taylor presents 50 Free & Fascinating Online Documentaries for Engineers posted at Top Online Engineering Degree, saying, “Documentaries abound on where technology has been and where it may possibly take humanity, helping engineers discover a wide range of perspectives regarding their chosen career.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Swimming In Verse posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Ode To John “Pants On Fire” McCain posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

GrrlScientist presents What do Great Tits Reveal about the Genetics of Personality? posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Is personality genetic? A paper was recently published that links a small change in the dopamine receptor D4 gene to personality differences in birds: novelty-seeking or exploratory behavior in free-living individuals from four European great tit populations is related to polymorphisms in the dopamine receptor D4 gene.”

FMF presents How Much House Can You Afford? posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Age-old question — how much can you afford to spend on a house?”

Bryan Perkins presents Here it is, your moment of Zen. [Art. Why not?] posted at Art. Why not?.

Julian presents Another Dale Chihuly Chandelier ? and As Spectacular As Ever posted at Chandelier-Mall Blog, saying, “Dale Chihuly chandeliers and glass sculptures are unique, though clearly influenced by the Murano glass artisans of yore. I’ve pulled together a few of his more spectacular works in this post.”

Ryan @ CML presents Discover Bank Review posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Full review of Discover Bank, a leading online financial institution.”

jim presents What is a Callable CD? posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Ryan @ MFN presents What is Veterans’ Mortgage Life Insurance (VMLI)? posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Veteran’s Mortgage Life Insurance is a mortgage life insurance program open to a specific group of military veterans.”

Banquet Manager presents Gotta Get This Off My Chest… posted at So You Want To Be a Banquet Manager….

Isabella Smith presents 20 Tech-Related Health Hazards on the Rise posted at Internet Provider, saying, “Hazards can range from safety to biological and many others. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, over 5,000 people died on the job in 2008, with countless others injured.”

Aparna presents Giveaway:Win Self-Tanning cream and lotion from Sothys posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Fabulous Giveaway!! Enter for a chance to win “Sothys Spring Renewal” package worth over $80 including Cellu-Guard® Face and Body Self-Tanning Cream & Soins Soleil Age-defying tinted care lotion. To enter, comment on the post, subscribe, twitter, mention it on Facebook/Twitter, any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway or follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect.”

Mia Taylor presents 10 Most Eccentric Artists Ever to Live posted at Graphic Design Degrees, saying, “While not entirely true across the board, as is true for preconceived notions, there are a few celebrated artists out there who truly pushed the boundaries of what the communities around them considered the status quo.”

Christina presents Global Interior Design London - Design for Schoolchildren Interior Designer Blog Entry posted at Global Interior Design London - Top Storage Solutions - Interior Designer Blog Entry, saying, “The Global Interior Design team have years of experience working on challenging home design dilemmas. You’ve reached the place where the Global Interior Design team share some of our top tips for homeowners, designers and decorators.”

Brian presents Insanity Workout Results Videos posted at Insanity Workout Reviews, saying, “This blog post is a collection of Youtube videos showing people’s personal reviews and experiences with the Insanity Workout program.”

Brett presents Exercise for Cheap posted at The Frugal Law Student, saying, “Some cheap ways to stay in shape.”

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Welcome to the April 8, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Tech Guy presents How Microsoft Certifications Work posted at Technical Certifications.

Susan Howe presents 17 Great Blogs and Webites To Help You Eat Healthier posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “Blogs that inspire and celebrate healthy eating offer something for everyone, whether you’re in the gung-ho-health-food camp or the semi-reluctant camp. Check out these healthy-eating blogs for a few new ideas, recipes, tips, and tricks.”

jim presents Six Ways to Kill Your Credit Score posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

FMF presents Five Financial No-Brainers posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Much of personal finance is just that — personal. And as such, tips that work for one group of individuals often don’t work for another. However, there are a handful of money management suggestions that are beneficial to nearly everyone. In fact, they’re so good that they can be listed as financial no-brainers. Here they are.”

Gavin R. Putland presents Unprintable remarks on the presumption of innocence posted at The Putland Tribune, saying, “One would have thought (with apologies to Karl Lehenbauer) that being in favor of the presumption of innocence ought to be sort of a bipartisan thing.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Rehab For Serial Wife-Cheating? Bullox! posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

GrrlScientist presents UV, You See? Black Light Reveals Secrets in Fossils : Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “A simple but powerful technique — UV illumination — has finally answered Microraptor gui’s critics as well as adding another simple but powerful technique to paleontologists’ methods for extracting as much information as possible from every specimen, even from “exhausted” fossils.”

MummyT presents The Pocket Diplomat « Travels with a Nine Year Old posted at Travels with a Nine Year Old, saying, “This is anecdotal, but I’m vain enough to submit it… Please let me know if you like: I’m not vain enough to stalk you otherwise…”

Digerati Life presents Balance Transfer Credit Card Tips, Facts and Traps posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Wallet Blogger presents Do Debt Consolidation Programs Work? Reviewing Debt Consolidation Care posted at The Smarter Wallet.

GrrlScientist presents Publish or Perish: A Brief Review of Unsuccessful Attempts to Treat Writer’s Block : Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Publish or Perish: A Brief Review of Unsuccessful Attempts to Treat Writer’s Block”

Alvaro Fernandez presents PABI Plan: Reinventing Brain Care Through Policy, Standards, Tech, Neuroinformatics posted at SharpBrains, saying, “In-depth interview with Patrick Donohue, founder of the Sarah Jane Brain Project, a foundation launched in 2007 with the aim to create a model system for children suffering from all Pediatric Acquired Brain Injuries. This model has the potential to transform brain care for all of us.”

Olivia Davis presents 100 Awe-Inspiring Artists You Should Follow On Twitter posted at Graphic Design Degrees, saying, “Everyone knows the works of Picasso, Van Gogh, and others, but who has the time or money to travel the world viewing works of new artists? We have found 100 awe-inspiring artists you should follow on Twitter listed mostly by number of current followers.”

Jocelyn Harris presents Top 10 Celebrity Doctors of All Time posted at Surgical Technician Schools, saying, “Luckily with over 50 years of television broadcasting, there are many other options. For decades we have watched them treat, cure, and lose patients but have we picked a favorite? For your approval and debate, we have gathered the top ten celebrity doctors of all time. Check out the below to see if your favorites are on there.”

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Welcome to the April 1, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Jocelyn Harris presents 100 Tips & Tools to Create the Ultimate Home Library posted at Online Degree, saying, “Home libraries ought to be constructed with careful deliberation – and with these tips, tricks, and resources, anyone hoping for a little reading room to call their own can piece together a space that reflects their unique tastes.”

Xamuel presents Simulationism posted at Xamuel.com, saying, “Are we living in a computer simulation?”

FMF presents Actual Versus Acceptable Debts of Americans posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “There is a huge difference between the average debt Americans have and what they should have. This post details that gap.”

Aparna presents Overnight Hair Repair Treatment Products posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “You barely have time to shower, much less wait for a hair conditioner to work while you’re in there. If that’s your problem, an overnight repair hair masque like LaCoupe Overnight Repair Deep Treatment is a godsend for you. As compared to other expensive over night hair treatments like Fredric Fekkai Overnight hair repair and Kronos Phyx Overnight Repair Masque 4 fl oz.,, this one’s quite affordable at $7.99 and works just as well.”

Mike Ross presents The Top 12 Movie Robots of All Time posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “They’ve delighted us and terrified us. They’ve warned us of danger and they, themselves, have been the danger. They have shown us the best of what human creativity is capable of and they have shown us the worst human creativity is capable of. They are the robots of the silver screen. Here, then, is a look at the Top 12 Movie Robots of All Time.”

jim presents Best Investments for Retirement Accounts posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Republicans: Stuck Between Their Crock And A Hard Place posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Birthday Limerick For Elton John posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Thailand Breeze presents Thai Culture And Relationships (Part 1) posted at Tip.

Digerati Life presents OptionsXpress For Stock Investing and Options Trading posted at The Digerati Life.

Jim & Martha presents American Express & Southwest Airlines Membership Rewards Parting Ways June 30th posted at Wanderlust Journey.

C. Myers presents Killing the Killers In You posted at Mind Mart, saying, “Don’t worm your dog? That’s an easy way to spread roundworms.”

Julian Pollock presents Spectacular Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Debuts Next Month posted at Chandelier-Mall Blog, saying, “Swarovski crystals always seemed to catch my eye and in these photos included of these spectacular crystal chandelier creations by the Japanese designer, Tokujin Yoshioka, suddenly held my attention.”

Chris & Chat presents The Truth About Artistry Creme Luxury posted at C&C Spa and Facial Care Center, saying, “This is for those who want to stay looking young.”

GrrlScientist presents Made for Each Other: Evolution of Monogamy in Poison Frogs posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Genetic tests have revealed the secret sex life of a tiny poison dart frog species that lives in the Peruvian rain forests: remarkably, it turns out that these frogs are monogamous. But the reason this species is monogamous is surprising: it’s all about the size of the pools that their tadpoles mature in. This is the best evidence yet that just a single cause can affect evolution of a major life history trait, such as a species’ mating system.”

Lisa @ Grandma’s Briefs presents Sink, swim or hold on? posted at Lisa.

Steve Faber presents Healthy Fast Food Choices – You Can Lose Weight on a Fast Food Diet posted at Belly Fat Loser, saying, “Just because it’s fast doesn’t mean it’s bad……….but it sure could be. On the other hand, there are plenty of healthy and fast choices out there for you, if you know where to look and how to tweak them.”

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Welcome to the March 25, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Aparna presents DIY Hair Conditioners: Reader’s contribution posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “For beautiful tresses, try these DIY hair-conditioner”

Sam presents Gambling on Sports. What Are the Odds? Clear, Quick and Easy Info posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

1. In Sports Betting What Is the Line?
2. In Sports Betting What Are Spread Bets or Line Bets?
3. In Sports Betting What Are Totals or Over/Under Bets?
4. In Sports Betting What Is a Money Line Bet?
5. In Sports Betting What Is the Vig or the Juice?
6. Who Sets the Betting Odds for Sporting Events?
7. In Sports Betting, What are Key Games, Added Games and Circled Games?
8. In Sports Betting, What Is the Kelly Criterion?
9. In Sports Betting, What Is the RFB?
10. In Sports Betting, What Is the Send-out?
11. In Sports Betting, What Is the Smart Money?
12. In Sports Betting, Who Are the Squares?
13. In Sports Betting, Who Are the Whales and the Wise Guy?
14. In Sports Betting, How Does the Bookie Business Work?
15. Betting on Sports Is Big Business

When you bet on sports, you stake your money on the outcome of the game. Having some money in play makes any game more interesting. It gives the fan a personal stake in the outcome of the contest.

You can bet on football, baseball, hockey and basketball, as well as NASCAR auto racing and PGA Tour golf. You can join an office pool, call a bookmaker, visit a Las Vegas casino or maintain an offshore Internet account. But be sure to confirm the legality of these venues in your country or state.”

jim presents Sallie Mae Bank Review posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

jim presents Why Going to the Gym Saves You Money posted at Journal of Healthy Living.

GrrlScientist presents Size Matters — Bigger is Better, Even for Male Pipefish posted at Maniraptora: Tastes Like Chicken, saying, “New research shows evidence for cryptic mate choice in Gulf pipefish. This is supported by two observations. First, males that mate with larger (”more desirable”) females raise broods that have a higher survivorship. Second, embryo success in consecutive broods is negatively correlated. These observations show that males preferentially invest their limited resources into raising broods produced by “more desirable” females.”

Kevin F presents New York and Company Credit Card Review posted at CreditShout.

Aparna presents Aromatherapy sleep pillows and pillow mists posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Lack of sleep can not only dull senses and leave us irritable for the rest of the day but can also wreak havoc on our skin, though there are far more grave consequences of long time sleep deprivation. When we do not get the required 7-8 hours of sleep our skin suffers and overtime leaves behind a dull, dehydrated and wrinkled complexion. This is especially noticeable in the fragile skin under the eyes in the form of fine lines, dark circles or puffy bags.”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Religion Hits Bottoms posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Patently Evil? (Litigation Limerick) posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Matt Willard presents Today’s Really Kickass Moment – Excalibur Sonic posted at Giant Robot Invasion!, saying, “I may bitch on the Internet about a Sonic game I’ve never played, but is there something in Sonic and the Black Knight that can change my opinion? Find out in Today’s Really Kickass Moment!”

Digerati Life presents EverkBank Review: Online Bank For High Yield Investment Accounts posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “A review of a great bank!”

My Wallet presents Check Your Credit Score From Credit Reporting Agencies posted at The Smarter Wallet, saying, “Thanks!”

Elena presents Kremlin Pill Promises Eternal Youth By Zapping Your Guts posted at Russianize This.

John W. Furst presents Notes About Frank Kern’s 2010 Listcontrol Product Launch posted at E-Biz Booster Blog, saying, “Let’s call it, ‘The Art of Making Money While Fooling Around.’ Frank is certainly a master of one of a kind and his videos are getting fancier year, but he still has to hire some nice female (and male) extras for his marketing shows.”

Mia Taylor presents 10 Amazing Ways Dogs Have Helped Advance Medicine posted at MRI Technician Schools, saying, “Medical science benefits extensively from studying their physiology and temporary and chronic pains as well. Much of the research used today began its life as inquiries into canine functionality and behavior – and in experimental veterinary procedures.”

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Welcome to the March 18, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Vicky presents Affordable Wedding Photography posted at Affordable Wedding Planning, saying, “A good way to save money on a wedding without sacrificing quality is to keep the costs of wedding photos low.”

shauna presents Luxurious Baby Clothes posted at Celebrity Baby Clothes |Reviews of Celebrity Baby Clothing & Products, saying, “Celebrity Baby clothing News with Reviews of Baby Clothes, Stylish Maternity Clothing & Kids Clothes. All The best Baby Clothing & Gear on the Web.”

robert presents Jessica Simpson Hair Extensions posted at Hair Extensions Pictures, saying, “Jessica Simpson’s Hair extensions are incredibly popular and are extremely beautiful. There is nothing like that Jessica Simpson had tried with her hair.”

FMF presents Making the Most of Your Most Valuable Financial Asset posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Your career is your #1 financial asset and what you do (or don’t do) with it can make (or cost) you millions of dollars. This post details the financial impact when you make the most of your best asset as well as gives tips for doing so.”

Dan Stelter presents Changing the World by Treating Anxiety posted at Anxiety Support Network Anxiety Recovery Blog, saying, “Look at the drastic changes we can create in this world by working together!”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Catty Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Kevin Poulis presents MaterialGirlsBlog.com – Design Inspiration From Coast To Coast posted at SiteTally.com.

Elena presents Russian Roulette: For Those Who Play Risque posted at Russianize This.

June Tree presents EverkBank Review: Online Bank For High Yield Investment Accounts posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

Annaly Curzon presents Achieving Spiritual Wealth | Working On Me posted at Working On Me.

C. Myers presents Naturally Healthy Feet posted at Mind Mart, saying, “A search for the ugliest feet turned up some real winners.”

TSW Blog presents ETrade Review: Best Stock Broker For Online Investors posted at The Smarter Wallet.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Liz Cheney: Chip Off The Old Crock posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Sam presents NEW | List of What to Pack for Vacation. The Ultimate Packing List posted at Travel Welcome, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

What should you pack for vacation? Pack just what you need, and everything you need, but not an ounce more. Packing smart for vacation is more important than ever. With this complete list of what to pack, you’ll never forget anything. Pack light and travel light for business and vacation. You don’t want to drag your entire closet to and from the airport. “I would have packed less, but I didn’t have time.” Take time to print out this list of what to pack for vacation. Tuck it away in your suitcase and keep it ready for the next vacation trip. Tip: Don’t lock your luggage when you fly because airport security will need access to your luggage.”

Banquet Manager presents Giving Up Wine posted at So You Want To Be a Banquet Manager….

GrrlScientist presents BirdNote Radio Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “BirdNote is a radio series about the intriguing ways of birds. BirdNote programs are two-minute vignettes that incorporate the rich sounds of birds with stories that illustrate the interesting — and in some cases, truly amazing — abilities of birds.”

Aparna presents Happy Women’s Day & A Giveaway of Spa Products worth $280 posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Awesome Women’s Day Giveaway! Enter for a chance to win Le Baby Hair Gel, Powerhouse-Hit the Deck, Sothys Energizing Bath Essences Tablets, Aminogenesis Instant Wrinkle Relief- Gone in Sixty Seconds, LashFood - Eyelash Conditioning Stimulator for Fuller, Longer and Stronger Lashes, Phyto-C Skincare — Eye Return Gel and Nunaat haircare products worth $280. To enter, comment on the post, twitter, mention it on Facebook/Twitter, any social bookmarking site, blog about the giveaway or follow blog publicly with Google Friend Connect. Ends Mar 19, 2010″

Susan Howe presents The 40 Top Twitter Feeds to Help You Save Money posted at The Budget Life Blog, saying, “To make saving money easy, these feeds have taken to Twitter to share tips and discounts on how to manage your budget and spend your hard-earned money wisely. Its worthy to know these things nowadays.”

GrrlScientist presents Medical Hypotheses to be Falsified? posted at Deep Thoughts and Silliness, saying, “Conflict over free speech in the scientific and medical literature is brought into sharp relief by the conflict between Elsevier publishers and Bruce Charlton, editor in chief of the journal, Medical Hypotheses. This journal “has a reputation” that Elsevier objects to. However, Elsevier can’t complain, because it, too has a “reputation.”"

robert presents Kim Kardashian Hair extensions posted at Hair Extensions Pictures, saying, “Website dedicated to hair extensions pictures, hair extensions before and after pictures, and celebrity hair extensions.”

GrrlScientist presents Ancient DNA Isolated from Fossil Eggshells May Provide Clues to Eggstinction of Giant Birds posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “There’s more to eggshells than meets the eye: An international team of scientists just published a paper demonstrating for the first time that fossil eggshells are a rich source of ancient DNA.”

FMF presents Top Tools for Analyzing Your Salary posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Listing and details on websites that help you find out what others doing your job earn. You can use the info to ask for a raise.”

Money Infant presents Are You Frugal or Just Plain Cheap? posted at Money Infant, saying, “Where do you draw the line between frugality and cheapness?”

jim presents How to Survive a Tax Audit posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Ryan @ Cash Money Life presents 0% APR Balance Transfer Card for 15 Months posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “15 month balance transfer credit cards are back on the market - which is a great way to reduce your interest rate and save money over the course or repaying your credit card debt!”

Ryan @ Military Money presents Is Military Retirement Pay Enough to Retire On? posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Is military retirement pay enough for retirees to live on, or will they need to go out and get another job?”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Holier-Than-Thou Wars posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

Leineriza presents 2 Reasons Why Teens Prefer Facebook Over Twitter posted at Blogger for Hire, saying, “A recent study says the that teens and young adults are gravitating more towards Facebook than Twitter and blogging. Here are two reasons why they avoid Twitter, and what to keep in mind when engaging them via social media for marketing purposes.”

Sylvia Blake presents Scottrade Review: Top Brokerage For Small Investors posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

My Wallet presents Top Online Savings Accounts For Savvy Savers posted at The Smarter Wallet.

aaron presents Green Dot Prepaid MasterCard® posted at Prepaidcards123.

Christ presents 4. Inspiration - And Christ Said posted at And Christ Said, saying, “Had submitted an article a few days ago but never got an email confirmation from blog carnival; attempting to re-submit..”

Amy Porter presents Women Who Inspire: Erma Bombeck posted at Equinaut.

GrrlScientist presents Goddam, But I Hate Embargoes posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “Embargoes do not serve the best interests of science or scientists because they deny access to embargoed literature to those people — science blog writers — who are most likely to invest the greatest amount of time and energy into writing the story accurately and in an engaging way for the public. Since a fair number of science blog writers are scientists themselves, they have the knowledge to present these stories to the public and they also have a vested interest in making sure the science is being reported clearly and accurately. Even if embargoes are a necessary evil — and I remain unconvinced that they are — how they’re applied and dealt with is certainly not uniform, and pretending otherwise is just plain disingenuous.”

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Welcome to the February 22, 2010 edition of best of me symphony.

Sarah Clark presents Sarah…Phenomenally: Please don’t hyper-analyze this post… posted at Sarah…Phenomenally.

Sonny presents African American Masters of Art posted at Seize the Day.

Lena presents 8 Tips To Deal With Being Taken For Granted Feeling posted at The Colors Magazine.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Ode To The Weatherman posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Jasmine Hall presents 20 Great Talks on the Future of Information posted at Online Colleges.org.

Patrick @ Cash Money Life presents Best Zero Percent Balance Transfer Credit Cards posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Save money by transferring your credit card debt to a 0% balance transfer credit card. You may be able to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your current credit card debt.”

Cheryl Ragsdale presents American Music Legends Hand Painted on Their Own LPs: VinylArt by Daniel Edlen | thatgirlisfunny.com posted at That Girl is Funny, saying, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure…getting to know Daniel Edlen makes me seriously regret leaving my albums on the side of the road with a sign marked “free”. If only I’d known! Check out what Daniel does using white acrylic paint on black vinyl LP’s (factoid: LP stands for long-playing).”

Patrick @ Military Money presents Why Military Members Should Open Roth IRAs posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Military members have 3 distinct advantages when opening Roth IRAs, including possible tax free contributions, time extensions to contribute, and low current tax brackets.”

FMF presents Life Insurance Reality Check – Do you have enough? posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Things to consider when deciding how much life insurance you need.”

Sam presents Best Cheap Green Weddings. Romance and Memories on a Green Budget. Come Now posted at Best Cheap Weddings, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

What is a green wedding? With the news about global warming and pollution, engaged couples want to take steps to plan their cheap, green, eco-friendly wedding. The mantra for a green wedding is the three “R’s” - reduce, reuse, and recycle. A cheap green wedding is a choice to reduce environmental impact with less waste and excess. It gives you another reason to back away from overconsumption and impulsive splurges that will rock your budget.

The guiding principles for a cheap green wedding are similar to the basics of living greener every day.”

swagat presents tasting your own medicine posted at Its all in here.

SVB presents Lending Club Review: A Leading Peer To Peer Lending Network posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

TSW presents Check Your Credit Score From Credit Reporting Agencies posted at The Smarter Wallet.

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Welcome to the February 4, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Just What Drivers Need — More Distractions! posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Emily Simmons presents Quieting the Voices posted at Be In Health Now, saying, “I’ve found a very good exercise for quieting the naysayers in your head…”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Joe “Vote 60″ No Mo? posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

FMF presents Three Easiest Ways to Earn More Money posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Three great ways that people can earn more money.”

jim presents The S&P500 Dividend Aristocrats posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Paul Reyes-Fournier presents Deep Thoughts by CoupleDumb posted at coupledumb.com.

Patrick @ Military Money presents Check Your Credit Report Often posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Checking your credit score is a great way to ensure that your credit history is reported accurately, as well as monitor for fraud, such as identity theft.”

Patrick @ Cash Money Life presents Do You Need An Accountant? posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Do you need to use a tax professional for filing your taxes? A tax professional not only offers expert tax advice, but can do the job more quickly and accurately than you can - which is essential for small business owners who need to devote time to running their business.”

Digerati Life presents Ally Bank (GMAC Bank) Review posted at The Digerati Life.

Wallet Blogger presents How To Get A Credit Card That’s Right For You posted at The Smarter Wallet.

cs presents What Disability Teaches posted at Cold SnapDragon.

Mike Ross presents The 19 Healthiest Foods You’re Probably Not Eating posted at The Budget Life Blog.

Credit Shout presents Best American Express Travel Rewards Card posted at CreditShout.

Sam presents New !! What Makes the Best Wine? Drink, Enjoy and Share the Reds and the Whites posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

What Makes the Best Wine?
Drink, Enjoy and Share the Reds and the Whites

Wine is sunlight, held together by water. So said Galileo, and we agree. Wine is the alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes, enjoyed around the world. Sharing a glass of wine with friends is one of the most satisfying of all drinking rituals. The study of wine and the thoughtful enjoyment of wine is a rewarding hobby.

* 1. Wine Has Been Enjoyed Throughout History
* 2. How to Classify the Best Wines
* 3. The Best Wine is Made from Special Grapes
* 4. How to Make the Best Wine
* 5. Famous Grapes for the Best White Wine
* 6. Famous Grapes for the Best Red Wine
* 7. Serving the Best Wines
Which Wine Goes with Which Food
* 8. The Best Specialty Wines
Champagne, Sherry, Port, Ice Wine, Sauternes
* 9. Tasting the Best Wines
* 10. Packaging the Best Wines
* 11. Wine Bottle Sizes
* 12. Storing the Best Wine”

GrrlScientist presents Migratory Monarch Butterflies ‘See’ Earth’s GeoMagnetic Field posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “What do migratory monarch butterflies and jet-lag in humans have in common? We share a photoreceptor with monarch butterflies that they use to read the earth’s magnetic field while they migrate and to help maintain their circadian clock function”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of carnival of the vanities using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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Welcome to the January 28, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Just What Drivers Need — More Distractions! posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Emily Simmons presents Quieting the Voices posted at Be In Health Now, saying, “I’ve found a very good exercise for quieting the naysayers in your head…”

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Joe “Vote 60″ No Mo? posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.

FMF presents Three Easiest Ways to Earn More Money posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Three great ways that people can earn more money.”

jim presents The S&P500 Dividend Aristocrats posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

Paul Reyes-Fournier presents Deep Thoughts by CoupleDumb posted at coupledumb.com.

Patrick @ Military Money presents Check Your Credit Report Often posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Checking your credit score is a great way to ensure that your credit history is reported accurately, as well as monitor for fraud, such as identity theft.”

Patrick @ Cash Money Life presents Do You Need An Accountant? posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Do you need to use a tax professional for filing your taxes? A tax professional not only offers expert tax advice, but can do the job more quickly and accurately than you can - which is essential for small business owners who need to devote time to running their business.”

Digerati Life presents Ally Bank (GMAC Bank) Review posted at The Digerati Life.

Wallet Blogger presents How To Get A Credit Card That’s Right For You posted at The Smarter Wallet.

cs presents What Disability Teaches posted at Cold SnapDragon.

Mike Ross presents The 19 Healthiest Foods You’re Probably Not Eating posted at The Budget Life Blog.

Credit Shout presents Best American Express Travel Rewards Card posted at CreditShout.

Sam presents New !! What Makes the Best Wine? Drink, Enjoy and Share the Reds and the Whites posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

What Makes the Best Wine?
Drink, Enjoy and Share the Reds and the Whites

Wine is sunlight, held together by water. So said Galileo, and we agree. Wine is the alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes, enjoyed around the world. Sharing a glass of wine with friends is one of the most satisfying of all drinking rituals. The study of wine and the thoughtful enjoyment of wine is a rewarding hobby.

* 1. Wine Has Been Enjoyed Throughout History
* 2. How to Classify the Best Wines
* 3. The Best Wine is Made from Special Grapes
* 4. How to Make the Best Wine
* 5. Famous Grapes for the Best White Wine
* 6. Famous Grapes for the Best Red Wine
* 7. Serving the Best Wines
Which Wine Goes with Which Food
* 8. The Best Specialty Wines
Champagne, Sherry, Port, Ice Wine, Sauternes
* 9. Tasting the Best Wines
* 10. Packaging the Best Wines
* 11. Wine Bottle Sizes
* 12. Storing the Best Wine”

GrrlScientist presents Migratory Monarch Butterflies ‘See’ Earth’s GeoMagnetic Field posted at Living the Scientific Life, saying, “What do migratory monarch butterflies and jet-lag in humans have in common? We share a photoreceptor with monarch butterflies that they use to read the earth’s magnetic field while they migrate and to help maintain their circadian clock function”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of carnival of the vanities using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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Welcome to the January 21, 2010 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Go, Conan! posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Kyle Dunning presents 200 Best Blogs, Free Courses and eBooks for the Business Student posted at Online Colleges and Universities Education Database, saying, “thanks!”

Katy Unitek presents Solyndra helps your Job Outlook - Boots on the Roof posted at Boots On The Roof, saying, “Thank you and Happy New Year!”

FMF presents The Value of an Elite College posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Is an elite college worth the high cost? Not usually.”

jim presents The S&P500 Dividend Aristocrats posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.

oz3sdb presents On the Safety of Repetition and the Death of Creative Risk posted at steven d. bennett.

Dan Stelter presents Why People Give Up on Anxiety Recovery posted at Anxiety Support Network Anxiety Recovery Blog, saying, “Why do people give up on anxiety recovery? Learn some reasons in this article and how you can protect yourself from giving up.”

June Tree presents Balance Transfer Credit Card Tips, Facts and Traps posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”

TSW Blog presents Lending Club Review: Lending Money For Profit posted at The Smarter Wallet.

debergerac78 presents Tweet to Win with Albertsons Wellbeing! posted at Albertsons Wellbeing, saying, “Time to tweet and tell–and up for grabs is a $500 gift card from Albertsons Wellbeing! Simply tweet “I’m celebrating food, nutrition and living well with Albertsons! #visitAlbertsonsWellbeing.com” or retweet “Celebrate living well with # AlbertsonsWellbeing.com and chance to win a $500 gift card. RT to enter”"

Brian presents Living Longer & Genetics posted at How To Live a Longer Life, saying, “A personal account of the fragility of life. Despite our best efforts to guard against disease sometimes it’s out of our hands.”

Annaly Curzon presents Did You Resolve To Get Organized? posted at Working On Me, saying, “If you resolved to get organized, it’s not tool late.”

JHS presents Motivated to Protect posted at Writing My Life, saying, “A new site, a new weekly writing exercise. This post is actually the third in a series, detailing the worst time in my life, as well as how the situation resolved and what I learned from the experience.”

Mike Ross presents The 40 Top Blogs for Staying Healthy and Fit posted at The Budget Life Blog.

Sam presents NEW !! Job Interview Tips and Questions. Get the Job You Want. Job Interview Tips and Skills. ! Surfer Sam posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…

How to Prepare for a Job Interview
Get the Job You Want With These Successful Tips

Lucky you. You’ve been invited to interview for a good job. Prepare for the job interview with these tips and put your best foot forward. You can get the job you want.

Think of the job interview as a theatrical audition. This meeting is not a time for improvisation. You need solid preparation to show yourself in your best light. Know what you are going to say before you go to the interview. Write a good script, learn your lines and rehearse them. Make your appearance count. At the job interview, it’s important to leave a strong, lasting impression. Whatever happens, keep a positive outlook on interview day. You’ll look and sound like a winner. Here’s how you can prepare for a job intervie”

Aparna presents Giveaway: Win Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion posted at Beauty and Personal Grooming, saying, “Enter for a chance to win Skin MD Natural Shielding lotion, a natural, green-friendly moisturizer that is great for dry skin and in winters. To enter you have to comment on the post, blog about it, submit it to social bookmarking sites, mention it in Facebook/Twitter etc. Contest ends on Jan 26, 2010″

Annette Berlin presents Reu$e And Save Series: Plastic Bags posted at Stuff With A Purpose, saying, “-Because plastic bags are not biodegradable, I try to avoid them whenever possible. When they can’t be avoided, I try to at least reuse them. Here are ten ways I utilize plastic bags a second time.”

Mike Ross presents The 70 Top Twitter Feeds for Fashion Fanatics posted at Star Costumes Blog, saying, “One of the greatest things about Twitter is that it makes it a lot easier for fashion fanatics like us to stay fabulous. Being fashionable means keeping up with the times; if you fall behind on what’s hot, you end up becoming what’s not.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of carnival of the vanities using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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