Having been married to a Brit for almost ten years, I have now managed to get past the accent, but I also have found myself learning a whole new language: British slang. Having lived in the UK for some months, I found myself saying seemingly innocent things that really had me in trouble, and alternatively, had me stifling laughter when I heard certain phrases that are everyday expressions over there. British readers should breeze through this quiz - but if you are from North America, how well... Read Full Story

For many years, the record industry in Great Britain has rightfully looked to the run up to the Christmas period as a time when huge sales of records (or CDs and downloads nowadays) can be made. The industry geared itself up to either promote a new artist's song or to cash in on the seasonal cheer by having an established singer or band record and release a Christmas themed song. The intent was to see if that particular song could achieve the coveted position of No.1 on the charts over Chris... Read Full Story

2010 is just around the corner and what better way to bring in the New Year than to have one of your favorite celebs hanging on the wall, gazing out at you. Aimed at the ladies in the house, these celebrity calendars will continue to please throughout the year, as a new picture of a hunky star is revealed each month. Checking those appointments and birthdays could never be more enjoyable than having Johnny Depp, Brad Pitt, George Clooney or whoever you prefer giving you a helping hand, or ens... Read Full Story

One of my favorite templates on Squidoo is the one that allows you to highlight those people you admire the most, SquidWho. And since the recent design update, the template is looking better than ever. Over the past few years I have created more than just a few of these lenses, and given the choice I would probably use SquidWho exclusively. But that would probably not be a wise decision knowing that there are some other wonderful templates to choose from. But, here all in one place are thes... Read Full Story

Personally, I do not have a dog, but after looking and laughing at these pictures, I can understand why dogs might hate Halloween. Judge for yourself as I present 20 reasons why dogs hate Halloween. Yes, these canine friends will be visiting a door near you, begging and whining for some Halloween goodies. And you better be extra specially nice to them - and don't get too close - because you never know what the "trick" might be! Dogs can be fickle creatures when they walk around lo... Read Full Story

It was time for a new television. I had decided I had put up with the television in our bedroom for too long. There was nothing wrong with it per say, just that it was taking up too much space, and now was the moment for it to migrate to another room in the house. It had been years since I had bought a new TV, and with all the talk of us entering the digital age, now seemed the ideal time to upgrade. I did not want to spend a fortune, but I did want something that would not take up too much ... Read Full Story

The superstars, the one hit wonders and the fads that made up the music charts of 1981. Here are the year's Top 10 best selling singles in the UK. Especially dedicated to my British husband, as well as to my son who was born in 1981 Read Full Story

Chocolate and Peanut Butter, just the two words together bring a mouth watering moment for most people. Do you love Reese Peanut Butter Cups? How about Oreo Cookies? Then this is the ultimate recipe for you! Chocolate & Peanut Butter candies shaped like Ohio's buckeye nut Read Full Story

Looking at the magazines to which I subscribe and which regularly land in my mailbox, I have come to the conclusion that I have slowly and steadily become a pop culture junkie. This may come as no surprise to others who know me, but it does surprise me that many forms of the arts have suddenly carved a large niche in my life. Perhaps there is an inner artist desperately trying to escape me...but, I digress! One of the magazines that I impatiently wait on is Entertainment Weekly. When it arri... Read Full Story

As October rolls around each year, there is one thing of which you can be sure - Halloween is on the horizon! As the stores fill their shelves with candy, costumes and decorations, people's attention is directed towards ghosts, ghouls, witches, pumpkins and all things frighteningly cute or just plain horrific. Parties and trick or treating are arranged, food is prepared - but what is better to put you in the Halloween mood than turning on the radio or slipping in your favorite CD of Hallowe... Read Full Story