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Vinegar is GREAT!

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Is it me, or is that glass on the left much dirtier/cloudy? Look toward the top of the glass. I was at home depot last week asking where I could find the dishwasher cleaner (to get rid of hard water deposits) when the appliance man took me aside and whispered that I didn't want to buy those expensive tablets. All I needed to do was put 1/3 of a cup of vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher before starting it up and that would take care of my hard water problem. As I thought about it, and about the small bottle of vinegar in my cupboard, I thought I would be needing a lot of bottles of vinegar if I wanted to keep my dishes/glasses/flatware clean, as the water in this area is VERY HARD. So I went to Costco (the local warehouse store) and found this HUGE bottle of vinegar for $2.99. I tried it in the dishwasher and things are coming out SO clean. "Squeaky clean" to quote my grandmother, who told me to use vinegar for cleaning oh-so-many years ago. Funny how we com...

I got their attention

I turned in the letter requesting the Independent Educational Evaluation for my son yesterday, and by the end of the day the school was calling me, which is good. School is almost out and we need to get the ball rolling now. Here is the body of the letter: I am revoking my signature to the Eligibility Statement for Specific Leaning Disability in which the box was checked "This pupil does not exhibit a learning disability as defined by CR3030J" on 5-1-2008. I am requesting an Independent Educational Evaluation for my son, ****, because I disagree with the results of the district's evaluation. Please respond to this letter within 5 days because the evaluator will need access to observe ****'s in-class behavior, in the same manner ****'s in-class behavior was observed during the district's assessment. If you have a list of local evaluators, please send that to me. The part that angered me the most about my meeting on May 1st was that they lied to me about the p...

Celebrity Spa : How to Attract Celebrity Clientele in this Month's Entrepreneur Magazine

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Celebrities such as American Idol winner Jordin Sparks , super model Amber Valletta , Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child , and Janet Jackson are on the Travertine roster. The company website at www.TravertineSpa.com shows Carter with numerous other celebs enjoying Travetine products and relaxed yoga wear at Academy Awards events and private parties. Celebrities alone do not a successful company make. Product quality and beautiful packaging is what makes the company stand out and contributes to its rapid rise in the luxury body care industry. Travertine products are natural, made with hand-blended essential oils, botanicals, and organic ingredients. The products are spa quality and affordable. As a lifestyle brand Travertine Spa encourages clients to treat themselves well, whether in product or apparel. For Carter, a feature in Entrepreneur is a personal accomplishment.

Female Celebrities are Taking Over Health!

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With the rise of health-conscious research and practices in the past decade, it seems like diets , exercise, and body types are becoming the biggest buzz in TV, books, and magazines. Numerous women celebrities have taken notice of this sudden popularity and shared their own experiences to help transform women and men worldwide into glamorous, healthy human beings. Researching these role models may benefit your own journey to a healthier you. Victoria Beckham , wife of soccer star David Beckham and former Spice Girl , relates to the beauty aspects of health in her book "That Extra Half an Inch". In it, she reveals tips on how to dress any body type for any occasion, from anything to the right jeans with your curves, to how to still feel and look attractive while being pregnant. Read and learn how to become the next beauty and fashion icon.

Heidi Klum’s Jewelry Company Is Being Sued

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Heidi Klum’s jewelry is being sued by luxury jewelry Van Cleer and Arpels . The company is saying that Heidi’s company copied their clover design. The lawsuit is seeking up to $25,000 in damages from Keidi Klum GmbH and Mouwad USA , another company Heidi designed for.Heidi, however, is saying she was inspired by a clover design she saw in Milan .

Keira Knightley would never leave the house without her underwear

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Keira Knightley would never leave the house without her underwear . The 'Pirates of the Caribbean' actress admits being a celebrity isn't easy, but insists fame is not an excuse to be caught going 'commando' in public. Keira told Empire magazine: "The whole celebrity thing is not magic. They are just real people proving they are sluttier than everybody else because they don't wear any knickers." The 22-year-old actress continued her thinly veil swipe at young female celebrities like Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan - who have both been photographed without underwear and have checked into rehab several times this year - by slamming stars who are photographed drunkenly staggering out of nightclubs. Keira said: "I'm not going to get blind drunk and then stumble out of a club and fall over and vomit in front of people. I'm not saying I don't do that in private, but I try not to." Meanwhile, Keira appeared at the Venice Film Festival ...

Britney Spears Leaving Lisa Kline Boutique

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Britney Spears was looking good as she hit the Lisa Kline boutique in LA yesterday, in fact, by Britney's standards: very good. Britney Spears Leaving Lisa Kline Boutique

Lily Allen : Getting Dressed Expose

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Lily Allen has only been back from holiday a day and she's still stripping off. The singer, 23, happily flashed her cleavage as she disrobed to her bikini bottoms during a week-long vacation on the French Riviera. Despite being a long way from a beach in her native London today, an unashamed Lily changed from her denim mini-skirt into her combat trousers on a busy street. Lily Allen is Getting Dressed In Public

Back in Action

The trip was AWESOME! I had such a great time with my Aunt and Uncle. Uncle was home from the rehab hospital, though in a wheelchair. That was good. I got to spend a lot of time with him. He has had so many strokes over the past 15 years that he has trouble communicating. He speaks like we talk if we have a toothbrush in our mouths. Most words he can't pronounce. He gestures a lot. He still has a great sense of humor, though. Amazing after all he's been through. He had his first stroke at the age of 50. All of the men on my maternal grandmother's side of the family seem to have problems early. Heart attack or stroke by age 45 or 50. I warned my 2 brothers to eat right, exercise and take baby aspirin starting now. We are all in our mid 40s. My Aunt is a most selfless lady. She has stuck with my uncle where many spouses would have bailed. She has always been a great influence on me, like a second mother. And I got to see my cousin, her husband and their 3 k...

Smiley Boy Rolls Over

Maria Sharapova - Kick Off Sony Ericsson Party 2008

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Leggy tennis babe Maria Sharapova at this years Sony Ericsson Kick Off Party.

Louise Glover, New WWE Diva?

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Louise Glover (born on February 8,1983 in St Helens, Merseyside, England) is a glamour model, and the first British model to be named " Model of the Year " in Playboy Special Editions. A qualified fitness instructor and a beauty specialist, Glover started out her modelling career as a beauty pageant contestant, twice winning Miss St. Helens. She then became known for her glamour model work, appearing on Page 3 of British tabloids and in British lad mags, as well and has appeared in various programs on British TV, she has also been know to do topshelf style adult work.She was a finalist of the Miss Earth competition in the Philippines 2002, and Miss Hawaiian Tropic contests. In June 2007 there was a post on her MySpace stating that she went for an interview with WWE for a possible stint.

Kate Hudson flashing her legs

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Sexy actress Kate Hudson flashing her legs on the set of her upcoming film "Bride Wars".

Gwyneth Paltrow On Iron Man Premiere 3

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As promised some more Gwyneth Paltrow Iron Man pictures this time from Rome. I still have her London pics to post so plenty more left then it will be back to normal posting after that. Gwyneth Paltrow-Iron Man Premiere 3

Hannah Tointon On Soap Awards 2008

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Hannah Tointon at this years British Soap Awards.

Have a great weekend

I won't be here. I'm leaving bright and early Friday morning for Chicago and won't be back in town until Monday afternoon. Did you know I was born in Chicago? Quite some time ago, really. When I was in elementary school my parents moved us to Northern California. Then I came to Southern California for college. UCLA, to be exact. The same school where my daughter goes now. I'll be staying with my aunt over there and my uncle, who has suffered a series of strokes. This couple has been such a large part of my upbringing and they are beloved by me. I can't wait to see them. And my cousins. This is going to be great! I'm taking my dd along, and also the baby and ds-9. My husband will have to hold down the fort here with the 3 and 4-y-o. I scheduled our gal to work this weekend so he won't be overwhelmed. This will be a guilt-free holiday for me. Yahoo! Hey, remember this saying? Here is a twist on an Ancient Chinese Proverb. If you love somethin...

Petra Nemcova Style: Anya Hindmarch Elrod Metallic Bag

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Stepping out of New York cab, the stunning beauty Petra Nemcova was spotted. I must admit, Petra makes me a little jealous times a lot. The fact that she is Czech born, as is Vlad, leads me to feel a tad inadequate next to this Slavic beauty , but I am over it. What I love is her street chic style, Petra was sporting an Anya Hindmarch Elrod Metallic Bag with perfectly complemented her little black dress . This is a style that Anya has become famous for, and I will admit I have been eying this exact metallic rendition also. Coming in just under $1000 via AH online, this bag is a sure fire hit being toted by a sure fire beauty.