Today, I decided to do some Stumbling to pass the time. The first page I came to discussed how to crochet plastic bags. Now, I thought: who on earth would spend time crocheting plastic bags--and why? I couldn't think of an uglier craft idea. Was I wrong! Out of idle curiosity and nothing else, I scrolled over to the right on the page to see what you could make out of the plastic strips. If you like the idea of sturdy, reusable, and attractive items, check out what you can actually do with... Read Full Story
What's the cutest thing your bird has ever said to you? Most bird owners have their favorites. My parrot, Bailey, was very adept verbally. One little thing he did, however, which always tugged at my hearstrings, was the manner in which he would say goodnight. We would cover his cage and get him settled in for the evening. He would dose off and on as the night wore on. I would retire later, sometimes reading late into the night. No matter at what hour I finally switched off the bedside... Read Full Story
Imagine owning a pet that can talk to you? It doesn't get better than this. Those of us who share our lives with parrots know just how fortunate we are. Caring for an exotic bird takes dedication and knowledge, however. Love isn't always enough. An exotic bird has significant physical, social, and emotional needs, which owners have to provide for. The job is made easier when bird owners have access to appropriate resources. Being able to tap important avian information can give peace of... Read Full Story
If you enjoy an alternative lifestyle with a partner of choice, you may be planning on a vacation where you can meet and greet others who share the same passions and interests. Gay and Lesbian Destination Planner can make the whole process easier. You can browse through different vacation packages, from unique tours to fantastic cruises. For example, you can visit the Lodgings and Destinations page and access a handy map. Searching by country is as easy as a simple click on the map. You... Read Full Story
Have you used Twitter yet? Twitter capitalizes on the age-old question: What are you doing? We all like to see what others are up to. Twitter provides an easy way to do this by providing a text box where you can, in 140 letters or less, tell others "what you are doing." Twitter has caught on as savvy entrepreneurs use it to expand their list of contacts and establish a presence on the Internet. You can also use Twitter to find and access other sites and blogs. Clicking on the links or... Read Full Story
When I first started using Twitter, I really didn't have a clue as to what it was all about. I stumbled along, somewhat blindly, submitting comments and content. I soon realized that the "140" you see on the right above the bar keeps track of the number of letters you type, because Twitter is designed for short updates. Today, I discovered something exciting that I want to share with readers who are into healthful and interesting recipes. I had just added a comment and a link to one of my... Read Full Story
Some of us are fortunate to live in wooded areas. We can look out into another world, a realm of feathered and fleet-footed creatures. It's an incredible privilege to share our time with wildlife, to watch as they come and they go, visitors to our yards and decks. Many of us construct feeders or leave out food offerings to help them weather hot or cold weather. Moonlake over at HubPages shares her adventures with readers. In Birds In Our Backyard she includes some engaging pictures of the... Read Full Story
Hello everyone. You'll notice some changes to this blog. Blogger has provided new site features and I've finally had time to check them out and incorporate them at Write and Earn a Living. The features should make this blog even more user friendly and allow for more resources at your fingertips. Scroll down to check out all the offerings. * Writing jobs * Writing blogs * Writing links * Instructional videos * Freelance writing news * Job Boards * Blog Carnival I hope the inclusion of... Read Full Story
Author Kristie Leong, MD, offers some great insights into pet ownership in a series of helpful articles. * Do you enjoy everything pets? Kristie details the ins and outs of: How to Make Money with a Pet Photography Business. * If you need to leave your pet, should you use the services of a professional pet sitter? * Could your pet help your blue mood? In other words, can a pet help fight depression? * How can you give back to all the animals out there? You can help homeless pets and make... Read Full Story
If your pet seems under the weather, do not delay in seeking out veterinary care. This can make the difference between life and death. Our pets can't tell us what their symptoms are. They suffer in silence, for the most part. We, as their caretakers, have no way of knowing how much discomfort or pain they are in. Body language is usually the only indicator that something is wrong. Some owners take a casual approach, waiting to see if a pet gets better over time. I've known of too many... Read Full Story
