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8 Tips For A Lucky Chinese New Year of the Water Dragon 2012

LJP LJP posted an article on - Feb 1, 2012, 12:22 am
I love Chinese New Year.  Even though I am not Chinese myself, I have an interest in Chinese customs and I like Chinese food.  Especially mushroom fried noodles.  There's something fun about the whole idea of creating a large amount of luck, driving away evil spirits each year and wishing great b...
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Rose Quartz

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 23, 2012, 12:19 am
I am looking for a new lamp for the new year.  I love all kinds of crystal lamps, sometimes I think I might buy them all!!  But I am particularly fond of this one: Rose Quartz (height = 6 and a half inches) Rose quartz is a gentle crystal that eases stress, which is a good thing for most people!!...
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Saving Money on My Shopping Expeditions

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 21, 2012, 1:53 am
savesavesave.blogspot.com It’s no secret that I enjoy shopping. Even if I leave the mall without making one purchase, I almost always find it exciting and relaxing to stroll between stores, check out the newest outfits, and look for great deals on items that can improve my wardrobe. But, of course...
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3 Short Steps to Video IT Courses - Software Training Made Easy

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 14, 2011, 7:20 pm
A number of new bloggers have asked me recently about where to start when learning how to use new software and becoming computer literate. Sometimes the first step can be the most difficult but when I was doing software courses with novices, I was surprised at how quickly they picked things up. Es...
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Crazy Sales Coupon: Discount Promo Code

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 12, 2011, 11:39 pm
This coupon will get you 5% off your total purchase at Crazysales.com.au Coupon: XMASPRO Or for $5 off, use Coupon: XMASCAT11
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Stylish Christmas Gift Guide 2011

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 9, 2011, 1:07 am
Christmas shopping for 2011 is upon us.  It's make or break time.  But we don't always have to endure the pain of shopping centres and crowds. Here are my top picks for Christmas 2011: 1. Detox Foot Patches 2. Jimmy Choo Perfume 3. Sheridan Beach Towel 4. Ladybug Handbag Hook 5. Srixon Q St...
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Tiger Woods is Back!!

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 8, 2011, 12:00 am
Woods' win at the Chevron World Challenge at Sherwood Country Club has been a long time coming. Tiger's fans have been waiting patiently, and Tiger himself has been waiting and striving rather impatiently.  It cannot be easy to fall from the world No#1 spot to off the charts in a short space of tim...
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Shabby Sheiks

LJP LJP posted an article on - Nov 21, 2011, 9:53 pm
Just when I thought I'd seen it all, from shabby chicks to shabby chic, along came the Shabby Sheik: A rustic, shabby sheik timber cabinet.  What is a shabby sheik?  What decorating movement does it represent?  Broken tiles?  Ornate but mud covered mosaics?  Or perhaps the seller was someone m...
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Shabby Chic for Shabby Chicks

LJP LJP posted an article on - Nov 9, 2011, 8:30 pm
It's amazing what a difference one letter can make.  I've always thought of the term "shabby chic" as a bit of a self gratification session (I'm trying hard not to swear!) There is also some kind of brilliantly simple diabolical thinking going on here.  Whoever came up with shabby chic is one clev...
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Cappuccino vs Caffe Latte

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 23, 2011, 7:52 pm
Have you ever wondered about the difference between caffe latte and cappuccino? Many don't know the difference, including the people who serve them. Let's start with cappuccino. Cappuccino comes from the Capuchin friars - some say it refers to the colour of their robes, others say it refers to the...
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Signs For Your Business

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 4, 2011, 9:13 pm
The sign is often the first thing people see when they come to your place of business. The important question to ask is what does your sign say about you? I have seen signs that appear to be thrown together with sticky lettering and cheap wood. This is the kind of impression you do not want to ma...
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Who Profiles Your Browsing Habits?

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 3, 2011, 11:10 pm
As you shop, browse and scour the web, have you ever wondered who is profiling your browsing habits? Once, when searching for a yoga mat and book on Amazon, I became alarmed when I started to see ads appearing on blogs featuring "yoga mats" and "yoga books".  Tick one for Amazon, they profile your...
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Gadgets for Geeks

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 31, 2011, 11:04 pm
I am a geek.  There.  I said it.  Sometimes it's important to get these things out in the open so we can grow and move on.  So I love anything geeky, be it sci-fi related, gadgety or gizmo-y.  Geeky Gadgets is a nifty site with links to gadgets, geeky things and coupons for the online acquisiti...
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Dear Mr Ambrose Weckkinbeck

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 30, 2011, 10:43 pm
I seem to be a target for spam lately.  Yesterday I got a text message from a ridiculously long phone number reading: @===@ )"EID" ) / "Mub / (arik" ( @===@ I think that @ and = thing is supposed to be a scroll. It reads: "May Allah bless U and your family!" Well that's nice. Couple of points t...
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Quinny Strollers

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 26, 2011, 2:40 am
I watched a cute baby and his grandad strolling along the street today.  It was such a cute scene, the baby was cute, the grandpa was doting...  but something caught my eye. The stroller's name was "Quinny".  I immediately recognised it from "Elizabeth" (or was it "Elizabeth - The Golden Age" - ...
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Classic Swimsuits

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 14, 2011, 9:19 pm
There are certain eras in fashion that just got things right.  Take swimsuits for example, some fads went a bit haywire with the high cut idea, and soon women were paddling in the ocean using baby steps and holding themselves together with blu tack and tarzans grip.  You feel the need to sneeze bu...
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We're Not Going To Take It - Twisted Sister

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 9, 2011, 2:15 am
In the 1980s the parent group PMRC (Parents Music Resource Centre) formed from the "Wives of Washington", tried to ban songs containing 'obscene' lyrics, targeting Twisted Sister along with 15 other bands they dubbed "The Filthy Fifteen".  These parent groups (one of which included Tipper Gore) att...
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Winter!! Uggh!! (Boots)

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jul 11, 2011, 3:09 am
Uggh!!  It's winter.  So instead of saying "ugg" perhaps it's time to start wearing them!! I'm sure I'm not alone in not liking winter one little bit. But, it is a good time to stock up on essential winter wear.  Can you be fashionable AND cold?  Methinks so.... Winter Essentials: Polar fleece ...
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Loser Macaroni Rascals

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jun 9, 2011, 3:19 am
As you may already have guessed, I am a fan of translations.  Especially when the result fails to convey the correct meaning of what you are trying to translate.  Especially especially when that result is funny.... Our friends at TVFix have put together an awesome collection of badly translated tv...
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Awesome Feng Shui

LJP LJP posted an article on - May 24, 2011, 11:41 pm
I have somehow managed to strike gold with my Feng Shui search, all I was looking for was plants for balconies and outdoor furniture configurations. What I found however, was this brilliant gem of what I would assume/hope are erroneous machine translations: "Feng Shui to help you see how to become W...
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Fair Trade and Ethical Shopping

LJP LJP posted an article on - May 11, 2011, 10:37 pm
After watching a TV show about sweat shops and hideous working conditions for skilled sewers/tailors/seamstresses, I realised that its easy to forget where our clothing comes from while being caught up in the excitement of shopping online. I don't want to wear a shirt that took some poor worker 2 ho...
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Chat on Messenger and you could meet Justin Bieber

LJP LJP posted an article on - Apr 11, 2011, 3:05 am
This arrived in my inbox this afternoon after a long session of house hunting and going a bit mad.  So you can imagine my delight when I received this little gem in my humble hotmail account... "Chat on Messenger and you could meet Justin Bieber!" OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Or... ....I could em...
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Mug Mugs

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 23, 2011, 9:00 pm
Vito Genovese by Resart See more Shots Mugs I found this hilarious Mug Shot Mug on zazzle today. A mug... with a mug shot... A "Mug" Mug!!! Waahaha!! For some reason I find that extremely amusing. A great way to start the day. Staring into the face of a rather frightening crime boss gangster du...
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Melvita Floral Waters

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 22, 2011, 8:06 pm
Melvita have created a beautiful range of certified organic floral water containing all natural ingredients sourced from organic farms.  These organic cosmetics are perfect for those who want to move away from chemical-based cosmetics and skin care and support organic farming in the process. The ...
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Buying Skechers Shape Ups

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 22, 2011, 7:28 pm
I have been wanting to try out Skechers Shape Ups for ages now!  Finally I got my chance in December last year and I haven't taken them off since!  Okay, well I did take them off to sleep.  But apart from that, I wear them when I walk short distances, longer distances, I wear them on the treadmil...
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Havaianas Sandals

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 22, 2011, 1:17 am
Sometimes, all you want on your feet are a pair of sandals. In the crazy humid weather we've been having, it's the closest thing to having bare feet! So why not be stylish while you're at it? Havaianas' range of women's sandals is extensive, colourful and fun! There are so many cute styles to cho...
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Man Attempts To Save Girlfriend From Aliens After Bad Reaction To Fake Weed

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 20, 2011, 11:40 pm
On the 19th of March, 2011, I catalogued a bunch of files and went shopping. On the 19th of March, 2011, according to the Salisbury Post, a man named Richard Donald Blanscet was arrested after being chased by the police at high speed.  His reason for speeding?  Well.... Dr Phil apparently came on...
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Skin Care by L'Occitane

LJP LJP posted an article on - Mar 20, 2011, 10:09 pm
As the legend goes, L'Occitane discovered the 'immortelle' flower that never fades and created the Divine Collection of anti aging skincare products. The most popular of the L'Occitane anti aging skincare range is the Divine Cream.  The Divine Cream contains the 'immortelle' flower and myrtle essen...
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BidRivals Online Auction Bargains

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 31, 2011, 11:29 pm
I recently discovered a site called BidRivals. It's an e-commerce website featuring 1500 penny / cent auctions per day. As soon as I saw a Navman GPS system sell for $15.72, I wanted to know more.  The object of the exercise is basically to make BidRivals lose money.  Sound confusing?  It's not ...
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What's IN and OUT for 2011

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 26, 2011, 9:15 pm
According to Yahoo Style Trends, 2011 has some interesting INs and OUTs. So, without further ado, here's what is IN and OUT for the coming year:   Vampires - OUTWell there's a relief. I always thought of vampires as nasty things for slaying with wooden stakes, not as eligible bachelors, but that...
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Tabasco Original Red Magic

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 26, 2011, 6:41 pm
This post brought to you by TABASCO® Original Red. All opinions are 100% mine. I love Tabasco Original Red.  Ever since I could eat hot things (which was very early indeed!) I developed a taste for Tabasco on just about anything.   Recently I have been developing my repertoire to include simpl...
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QLD and VIC Flood Disaster Relief

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 23, 2011, 11:23 pm
The recent floods in Queensland and Victoria have devastated homes, businesses and lives.  When the waters subside, the damage will still remain and there is much rebuilding to be done. One way you can help Queenslanders is to donate to the Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal. This appeal is for fi...
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Serious Hosting From ServerClub

LJP LJP posted an article on - Jan 16, 2011, 3:41 am
I have discovered through experience with my own startup sites that choosing server hosting is much more important than we might think. If you just choose the first hosting plan you come across, it may be cheap now, but it may also cost you in the future. Which begs the question - why do I need a d...
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The Meaning of Christmas

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 24, 2010, 4:04 am
Merry Christmas everyone!! Hope it's a great holiday period for all! I have noticed a lot of people on tv, news and the like repeating "let's not forget what Christmas is about." By repeating this phrase, it is clear that we have indeed forgotten what Christmas is about and need to be reminded al...
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Holiday Gift Bargains from Pier 1

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 21, 2010, 11:35 pm
This post brought to you by Pier 1 Imports. All opinions are 100% mine. Tis the season to be jolly.  And buy a rather large selection of holiday gifts.  The feeling of relief when we have bought the last gift, the final tick off the list and it's time to relax.  Right now I am looking at stock...
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My Gym Workout Playlist

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 13, 2010, 9:11 pm
I have settled on a list of songs that not only get me through my workout, but actually motivate me to press the "UP" arrow on the treadmill. In no particular order, here are this week's tunes: You Think I Ain't Worth A Dollar But I Feel Like A Millionaire - Queens of the Stone Age Go With The Flow...
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Hell is a Multi Storey Shopping Centre

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 6, 2010, 5:00 pm
Today I tried once more to delve into the world of human shopping. Perhaps it would be quaint, that old world touch, brown paper packages tied up with string, old Mr Gibbons selling candy canes in the hand made sweet shop... The behemoth of the multi-storey shopping centre loomed above me, taunting...
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Go Ahead: Eat My Dust

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 5, 2010, 7:09 pm
Housework can be a pain so I have decided that I need the best possible equipment for each task.  This means that I will not be settling for second best when it comes to hand held vacuum cleaners. I don't want any ol' fluffy "Tiffany Handy Vac" I don't want a no-suction, small nozzled, airy fairy p...
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Beware: Naked People Crossing

LJP LJP posted an article on - Dec 2, 2010, 1:05 am
At the gym that I regularly frequent, I was presented with a dilemma.  It was a question of etiquette and considering I never went to finishing school OR carried a book on my head, I don't know the answer.  It goes something like this: I entered the change rooms, ready to get into my running shoes...
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Top Ten T Shirts That People Should Not Even Consider Wearing

LJP LJP posted an article on - Nov 30, 2010, 11:32 pm
I have been scouring the world of stupid t-shirts looking for the most idiotic, disturbing and whacked out t-shirts of them all.  This is no mean feat.  What constitutes a stupid t-shirt?  There is a fine line between humour and overshare, witty and obvious.  And of course, some t-shirts are jus...
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How To Fix Latency When Recording in Vista

LJP LJP posted an article on - Nov 28, 2010, 9:48 pm
What is Latency? When you record directly from a microphone or instrument, the audio signal is sent to your computer, converted into a digital signal and then back into analog and sent to your speakers. This is the process responsible for causing the frustrating "lag" or latency effect, where your t...
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Mini Cakes for Mini Dieters

LJP LJP posted an article on - Nov 11, 2010, 12:06 am
This is the perfect solution to the diet question: What treats can I have? Well, I have come up with yet another diet (I should be launching these as books!) for those watching their weight. It's called the "Inedible" Diet 1.  The treats look delicious 2.  The magic of imagery tricks you into thin...
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Why Edible Underwear is a Bad Idea

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 25, 2010, 8:42 pm
Disclaimer: although pretty tame, if you are under 18 or easily offended, this is not for you. I was watching a comedian on TV talking about edible underwear and the concept has floated in my mind for days. The first question I would ask is "why"? The second thing that really started to bother me wa...
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Recession Proof Software

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 14, 2010, 6:00 pm
If you have just bought a new laptop, or a netbook you don't necessarily want to order Microsoft Office, Windows 7 and various other security software packages all over again. So what is the alternative? I found this excellent site called Get the Free Version, which, strangely enough, shows you the ...
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Colourful Photon LED SkinTenderizer

LJP LJP posted an article on - Oct 12, 2010, 8:43 pm
My latest purchase consists of a great new LED photon light device, used to correct uneven skin tone and various other skin concerns.   The device itself is great, works perfectly, I am very happy indeed. LED Photon Light Device The part I found most amusing about the whole transaction was the in...
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Nerd Love

LJP LJP posted an article on - Sep 22, 2010, 7:00 pm
When geek and love collide, it looks something like this.... Geek Love Poem (The following T-Shirts are courtesy of Think Geek) Alright, I get the first part, what's with the "base are" bit? That's not even proper English! ***Holds eyes tightly shut while waiting for inevitable berating comment fr...
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New Ebay Updates and Changes

LJP LJP posted an article on - Sep 21, 2010, 8:50 pm
Ebay has made some updates to include a number of features designed to help the ebayer um... buy stuff. So the first change includes a diversification of the watch list. Personally, I love the watch list, it shows me everything I'm GOING to buy.  And it always seems to work out that I do manage to...
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Beware the Gorgon

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 23, 2010, 12:25 am
On my travels this weekend I found myself shopping around for a hairdresser. My hair has reached the stage where I can make a wig from sheddings and every time I try and sleep it wraps around my neck and tries to strangle me. During my midday stroll I found a likely prospect: Medusa Hairdressing. T...
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Tiger Still Number 1 After WGC Bridgestone Invitational

LJP LJP posted an article on - Aug 11, 2010, 1:17 am
Tiger is still number 1. At the WGC Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone, he played an excruciating round of 77, topped only by the even more horrendous 78 from Phil Mickelson. Tiger had a bad day, Phil had a worse one, and Tiger should be glad. In an "I'm-so-glad-for-playing-the-worst-round-o...
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I began this blog after I realised that my shopping adventures were actually quite amusing. It's very cathartic for me and it's cheaper than therapy, too.

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