camping

1. getting away from it all!

2. no TV, computer, telephone

3. nature

4. time with family

5. relaxing

6. nature trails

7. cycling

8. reading

9. fun foods

10. s'mores

blogging

I have been blogging for a little over a year now. Well, nearly a year and a half. Why have I kept at it? Here are a few of my favorite reasons:

1. meeting new people and reading their blogs

2. comments on blogs

3. a place to say what I want to say, about anything in the world

4. new opportunities to make money with my blogging

5. finding unique ways to share what I want to say

6. finding new ad sites willing to pay me for writing in my blog

7. talking to friends and family who do not live near me

8. learning about the world outside my window

9. reading other people's points of view

10. the newest pay for blogging site, Bloggerwave

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My Favorite Things: Health Insurance Shopping Tips

Shopping for health insurance is a real undertaking. There are so many confusing issues to consider. Luckily, tips are available to help sort out the details to aid in your search for affordable health insurance . Here are a few of my favorites:

1. Look at the company's history. Being new may mean the company does not have the financial backing necessary. On the other hand, just because a company has been around awhile doesn't necessarily mean it is safe.

2. Make sure their financial statements match the number of clients they have.

3. What will your monthly premiums be? Be aware, as there is a wide variance among insurance companies.

4. Make sure you are not overpaying monthly premiums compared to the amount of coverage you will receive.

5. Check the deductible. Find a health insurance plan that has an affordable deductible.

6. Will you have a co-pay?

7. Make sure the co-pay does not amount to what you would pay for a normal office visit. This really won't help to save money.

8. Will everyone you need to be covered actually be covered? You will want to make sure that your kids and spouse are all covered under family plans.

9. Be aware of the waiting period. There is often a waiting period before your coverage actually takes effect.

10. Know what is covered. Sometimes, some procedures, though necessary, may be considered as "cosmetic" and will not be covered. Be aware of what will actually be covered before going in to it.

Some good tips to keep in mind in your search for affordable health insurance .

Cyber Tag

Cyber tag is a great online game. There is one going on now. Here are my favorite things about cyber tag:

1. visit old friend's blogs

2. make new friends

3. visit new friend's blogs

4. help drive traffic to your blog

5. help drive traffic to your friend's blogs

6. it's easy

7. it's fun

8. travel the world without ever leaving home

9. get some great ideas from other's blogs

10. an easy, new blog topic

MasterSeek

There is a great new search engine to aid with searches for companies, services and products. Here are some of my favortie things about MasterSeek:

1. largest search engine connecting suppliers and buyers worldwide

2. get detailed information on worldwide, national, regional, and local markets

3. masterseek provides quick access

4. searching on masterseek is free

5. read details about companies, their services and products, even get contact information

6. offers relevant, detailed and updated information

7. lists 45 million services in 75 different countries

8. available to read in several different languages

9. list your own company's profile; showcase your comapany to the world

10. right now, there is a free sign up campaign! Yes, showcase your company for FREE!

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My Favorite Things: Ice Cream

1. cold

2. creamy

3. yummy

4. goes good with pie and cobbler

5. available year round

6. satisfying

7. everyone likes it

8. many flavors

9. perfect ending to a summer day

10. free tonight at Ben & Jerry's!

My Favorite Things: Volunteer Work for Kids

Voluteer work for kids is sometimes hard to find but it teaches them so much. They learn responsibility in a setting like no other. Here are some of my favorite things about kids volunteering:

1. learn responsibility

2. learn from professionals in that field

3. treated as if in a job

4. pursue their passion

5. work with others

6. learn good work ethic

7. will be great for a future reference

8. teaches punctuality

9. they learn to teach others

10. great foundation for future jobs

My Favorite Things: Coming Home From Camp

Once the big weekend is over, everyone was well fed, and the kitchen operated smoothly, thanks to my wonderful team of cooks. Here is what I like about getting home:

1. my own house

2. my own bed

3. a good feeling from a job well done

4. fun having worked with such a great team

5. NOT cooking today

6. a slow, relaxing day

7. reading a book

8. taking a nap

9. quiet

10. having dinner already ready

My Favorite Things: Cooking for Camp

Can you imagine your favorite things about cooking for a camp of nearly 200 people? Here is my list:

1. decide menu

2. see old friends

3. work with some good people

4. be at camp with my family

5. see new friends

6. sleep in the cook's cabin instead of the girls cabin

7. working hard

8. teaching my kids

9. ordering online

10. Sam's click and pull option

Wedding Invitations

Wedding invitations can be lots of fun to order. There are so many to choose from and it is important to choose one that fits you as a couple. Instead of opting for invitations that look like everyone else, stand out from the crowd with unique wedding invitations . Here are my favorite things:

1. elite wedding invitations set you apart

2. it can be fun browsing the selection

3. a huge selection of interesting invitations

4. something for everyone, even Disney wedding invitations !

5. this company has been in business for 50 years

6. high quality wedding invitations

7. great price

8. view your final proof online

9. you can get your engagement party and rehearsal dinner invites here too

10. free bridal shower thank you notes with order of 100 invites or more