Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Feb 8, 2012, 1:13 pm
The third book in my review series is called "Journey to Virginland". I know the title is a bit, well... let us just say titillating, but the book is not that sort of book, truly.   This book is many things, one of which is a very intriguing read, and not one for those who like light and airy writi...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Feb 7, 2012, 9:25 am
Janet Poole has had a wonderfully adventurous life but like most people, she has had her share of challenges at times. Her thinking is that it is the difficult times in life that give us the greatest learning and growth. Her love of people and her studies on our behavior have given her great insight...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Feb 7, 2012, 9:05 am
In my first of a series of book reviews, I would like to introduce you to author Jack Eadon. Jack is an intriguing author who began writing when he was just in grade school.  He went on to play with a rock band, called Khazad Doom, where he wrote a lot of his songs with dramatic moralistic themes.�...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Feb 6, 2012, 9:00 pm
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sprint for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Sprint limited time sale! Only online! Get the Nexus S™ 4G for FREE when you open a new line of service or add to your account. • Nexus...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Feb 3, 2012, 3:00 pm
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walgreens for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you been struggling to pay for you or your family's prescription medications? With the cost of everything rising and all of us struggling, we can ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jan 26, 2012, 10:34 am
The Sitting Swing is a memoir written by a woman named Irene Watson. She writes about her truly inspiring recovery from a childhood fraught with abuse, guilt and uncertainty. Irene came to a point in her adult life where she felt that she could go no further until she faced her own past. The book ac...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jan 24, 2012, 9:41 am
... to one of my lucky readers, courtesy of Shabby Apple, an online boutique of women's dresses that will have you falling in love ... '] = {id: 'NjNlZWRmNTI4ZGZlN2M2MTk5NjUwMGM4OWJlZTNjOjU='}; var url='//d12vno17mo87cx.cloudfront.net/static/js/raflcptr/build/raflcptr.min.js', head=(docum...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 27, 2011, 10:36 am
Rubbermaid  is excited to introduce to you their new line of Bento Boxes and Toppers! What is this you ask? It is a stylish and imaginative way to help you divide and conquer your clutter! Why is it different? Well typical storage boxes don't divide the items you store. You throw something in, it g...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 27, 2011, 10:05 am
In every girl's life there are certain special occasions that we remember forever. One of those is of course, the Prom. This haloed event is the culmination of years of high school and one of the few times we get to dress up in our most fashionable ensemble and be on display.  While there are many ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 20, 2011, 10:31 am
TigerDirect.com  is having their BIGGEST CONTEST EVER!!! You can win up to $1 MILLION in prizes! Check out the prize list! Entering is SUPER EASY!! Just click on this link: ENTRY LINK and get your daily entry in! Good luck!!
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 18, 2011, 1:05 pm
Marquis Bracelets by SAACHI SAACHI Style was launched in July 2008 by its founder, Rose Ajmera, as a line of exclusive, chic pieces epitomizing true Indian artisanship with a modern edge. SAACHI Style brings exquisite products to elegant women with eclectic taste. The company prides itself on its e...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 7, 2011, 9:11 am
  Artists and crusaders come in all shapes and sizes — and ages, it appears. Seven-year-old Evan Moss is both. Already an accomplished author on the CreateSpace self-publishing platform with his book, “My Seizure Dog,” Evan’s cause was himself.  He and his family needed to rai...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 6, 2011, 2:06 pm
National Noodle Day is today October 6th and P.F. Chang’s Home Menu is introducing four new frozen noodle entrées to their line! If you love Asian noodles, you’re in for a treat. P.F. Chang’s Home Menu frozen noodle entrées featuring tasty combinations of robust sauces, marinated meats, an...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 6, 2011, 9:35 am
Career Bliss is having a contest on Facebook and I have entered. Please take a moment to "Like" my office ensemble outfit. If you do, leave a comment here with your Facebook ID or name and at the end of the contest I will put all your names together and pick a winner. That lucky person will receive ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 6, 2011, 9:23 am
On your tracks, get set, GO…!  I wanted to let you know about a really fun new “Chuggington” DVD that’s just the ticket for young trainees from coast-to-coast – and makes a perfect stocking stuffer, too!  “The Chugger Championship,” from Anchor Bay Entertainment, will make its “tra...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 3, 2011, 1:04 pm
This holiday season you can make your Christmas Cards magical by choosing a design from Tiny Prints. They have the most extensive inventory of photo cards and personalized greeting cards and the impact is incredible. They have some of the season's hottest new shapes and options for really making you...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Oct 3, 2011, 12:48 pm
POWER RANGERS PROMOTE HALLOWEEN SAFETY TO MILLIONS OF KIDS AND PARENTS In Addition To Halloween Safety, Power Rangers emPOWER To Also Implement New Initiatives And Partnerships For Health And Fitness This Fall LOS ANGELES (September 28, 2011) – Saban Brands announced today a f...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Sep 13, 2011, 9:32 am
Are you hosting a web page or blog and looking for low-cost chat and forum services? The Online Institute, also known as the "OLI" is a family owned business that was started back in 1996.  They have several types of Chat and Forum services, so you are sure to find one that works for your web page ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Sep 13, 2011, 8:45 am
If you are looking for a great way to have the most fun you've had in a long time and exercise at the same time, look no further than Heely's. These creative and truly entertaining sneakers are much more than your average shoe. They have WHEELS built into the bottom and you can walk, skate and so mu...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Aug 3, 2011, 9:25 am
Take advantage of this big bean at your next big Breast Cancer event! Once you see the shape of this container you know what’s inside. Pick white or silver, personalize, and surprise everyone with a bean that has a belly full of goodies! After the content is gone, refill it with mints,...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jul 15, 2011, 1:58 pm
The Fla-Vor-Ice Friends Wanted Promotion (the “Promotion”) starts on July 12th, 2011 at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time (“ET”) and ends on August 10th, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. During the Promotion Period, be a fan of the Fla-Vor-Ice Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/flavorice and follow ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jul 12, 2011, 10:57 am
Boudreaux's Butt Paste® was specifically formulated by a pharmacist with direction from a respected pediatrician to provide effective diaper rash care. Pediatrician recommended. Goes on and cleans off easilyAvailable in convenient sizesFlip top cap (tubes)Handy travel sizePleasant scentSkin protect...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jul 12, 2011, 10:50 am
 Bummas. Great for Baby. Great for Mother Nature. Bummas are small, soft, luxurious, eco-friendly baby-sized cloths made especially for drying baby bottoms, as well as blocking those surprise squirts.  With a little douse of water, they can also replace commercial wipes ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jul 8, 2011, 9:47 am
It’s Wednesday night – do you know where your excitement is? We know the routine as well as you: you get out of work, you think about dinner, and you debate over having chicken or…chicken. How do you add sizzle to your everyday dinners? Do you add a candle for ambience or play sultry music in ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 7, 2011, 10:43 am
Beautiful Eyes make you look 10 years younger Every woman wants Beautiful Eyes and Frownies has just the package. Post pone the signs of aging-around the eyes! -discolored skin -fine lines -puffiness Natural Gel patches of Cactus collagen, aloe and other natural vitamins make a perfect "Quick ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 7, 2011, 10:38 am
Enjoy Flameless Candles- perfect for Spring and year-round! Enjoy® flameless candles allow consumers to experience the warm atmosphere and ambiance of candlelight without the fire risks or replacement costs. With styles, colors and fragrances to match any décor, flameless candles make the perfect...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 7, 2011, 10:36 am
Your dog won't want to let go of this awesome new toy! Great for tossing, fetching, bouncing and tugging, it features two 100% natural rubber and is 100% Non-Toxic. My dogs received the red rubber doggone bone. They love it! It's natural chewy texture cleans their teeth and gives them hours of chomp...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 7, 2011, 10:31 am
Spring flings and summer love are right around the corner, meaning it's time to kick grooming into high gear. Now women with unwanted facial hair can make a clean break from painful plucking and waxing with the Lindo twist-n-roll tweezer. These tweezers work faster than traditional plucking an...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 7, 2011, 7:35 am
This review is from: Kyjen PP01058 Hide-A-Squirrel Pet Toy, Jumbo (Misc.) I absolutely love this product. We have five dogs and very few toys manage to keep their interest. No boring old rubber bones or easily torn-apart stuffed animals for my brutes. They like tough, rough, FUN play and th...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 6, 2011, 9:20 am
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 6, 2011, 9:14 am
Yesteryear e-Party!! Come join me!! I am SO EXCITED!!! I am having an online "e-Party"!!! It's just like an Avon or Tupperware party, only you don't even have to leave your house! The party is sponsored by the Yesteryear Soap Company (see my review here) and there are TONS AND TONS of great speci...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 3, 2011, 9:57 am
I am SO EXCITED!!! I am having an online "e-Party"!!! It's just like an Avon or Tupperware party, only you don't even have to leave your house! The party is sponsored by the Yesteryear Soap Company (see my review here) and there are TONS AND TONS of great specials!! You can get the Chunky Soap Baske...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 2, 2011, 10:33 am
When I'm looking for new products to write about, I often hope to find a company that makes something with a story behind it. When I found Yesteryear Soap Company, I found one of the best stories I'd ever read. Yesteryear creates pure, organic and really beautiful soaps. The name evokes the time and...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Jun 2, 2011, 10:10 am
Surfing the internet, looking for something to do? You won't find a better place for fun, excitement AND the chance to win great prizes than TheCelebrityCafecom! They have a Readership of 4.8 million unique readers per month! In addition to publishing up to the minute news stories, they also have fa...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 27, 2011, 8:02 am
We've just found out my son Shawn and his wife are expecting a baby! This makes three grandsons for my husband and I!! We are so thrilled and can't wait to welcome little Silas into the family. Of course this means I'm off to the races (shopping, that is) to find some cool, fun, beautiful and functi...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 27, 2011, 7:35 am
Father's Day is coming and I bet you are racking your brains for a great gift to give the Dad in your life. I can make it easier than you though possible! There is the MOST fantastic company called "Plastic Jungle". I use them myself all the time and they are just such a fantastic company. Not only ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 27, 2011, 6:51 am
I was thinking lately about the outside of my house. It's spring after all and we tend to get the "spring cleaning fever" and want to tidy up our homes. We clean inside and out, making sure we are putting our best (and cleanest) foot forward. We take pride in our homes and with good reason. The home...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 18, 2011, 10:19 am
As you all may know, I have five dogs. Yes, I said five. Not only that, two of those five are English Mastiffs. Not sure what that is? Think small pony. Believe me when I tell you my home can get doggone crazy! So much so that once in a while I wonder what the heck I'm doing with five dogs. Still, I...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 11, 2011, 9:12 am
iPad 2 Giveaway with a TWISTWelcome friends and TWIST viewers. Since everyone is giving away an iPad 2 these days we’ve decided to be different and give away TWO iPad 2s to the lucky winner of our giveaway. It’s easy to enter and takes only 30 seconds. When the giveaway ends (May 17th at m...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 4, 2011, 4:17 pm
If you don't already know, Verizon Fios is a bundled home communications (Internet, telephone, and television) service that is offered in areas of the United States. Verizon FiOS is the first major deployment of Fiber To The Premises (FTTP) in the United States. FiOS Internet With FiOS, Verizon is a...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 3, 2011, 9:45 am
Everyone’s favorite cute and quirky yellow bendy-tailed character is back in action with “Wubbzy Saves The Day,” a brand new DVD from Anchor Bay Entertainment available nationwide on May 3! The high-energy title features six engaging episodes packed with age-appropriate lessons for preschoole...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - May 3, 2011, 9:33 am
·         Just to let all of you know, everyone can easily participate in a small way by logging on to Pampers Facebook page (Facebook.com/Pampers) by hitting ‘like’ and then going to the Miracle Missions tab and committing to Mission 1 by clicking “I Want To Pledge.”  Once more th...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 28, 2011, 8:37 am
Dear Readers, Please be aware that at the sponsor's request the end date for the Pampers 50th Birthday Celebration ($50 American Express Gift Card) has been changed to MAY 6th. That means you HAVE to get your entries in before next Friday! Sorry for any inconvenience and good luck!!
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 28, 2011, 7:06 am
I am very honored to announce that Pampers has asked me to help celebrate their 50th birthday with a giveaway that highlights their year-long program that Delivers Acts of Kindness to Families While Inspiring Others to Pay the Support Forward. The premise is simple, do something wonderful for ...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 27, 2011, 6:49 am
Southern Bella’s Ways To Save, have a fabulous contest going on RIGHT NOW to celebrate the upcoming Royal Wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton! You could win a ROYAL iPad! That's right!! The lucky winner will get a 64 GB iPad 2 with Wi-Fi + 3G. iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G Connects t...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 20, 2011, 1:48 pm
BehindTheCounter - Spring into Summer Contest - Grand Prize / $1k Visa Gift Card
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 18, 2011, 11:10 am
Socks might not be something you think about very often but when you need them they can be a very important piece of your wardrobe. The wrong socks stink. They can be uncomfortable or annoying. The RIGHT socks on the other hand, can make your feet so happy you'll want to dance. I happen to love knee...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 18, 2011, 11:05 am
I have few skin or aging issues yet, and for that I am thankful. I'm no spring chicken after all and I have a lot of stress in my life so I often fear that my face will show the result. I do have one major complaint, however. My biggest problem at the age of 41 is not wrinkles, it's bags under my e...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 18, 2011, 11:02 am
Have you HEARD about these totally fabulous fold-up shoes that you can stick in your purse? I just had to tell you all about this really fantastic item. Have you ever been out at work or at night with friends etc. and wearing a totally hot and/or sexy pair of shoes but the heel is like 3" high and y...
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Karen Mead posted an article on Verging on 40 - Apr 14, 2011, 9:09 am
Peeps Rock. They are my favorite Easter candy and have been since I was a child. I love these sweet sugary puffs. The delicate texture, the soft and chewy clouds of vibrant yellow marshmallow. Peeps and I go way back. They are my buddy, my reward, my short-time love. I say short-time because as you ...
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