Irene Lynn
Living in Winter Garden, FL
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She has been now taken to the Comer Children's Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where she will be going through Chemo for 5 weeks. She will be there for 100 days on and off after the chemo and for a bone marrow transplant.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/20/2009 | Read more »
Full moons represent a period of completeness. There can be mystical and magical phenomena around full moons. Every month the full moon moves into a new astrology sign and house. This full moon is in the cardinal sign of Aries which is ruled by the planet Mars.
By Irene Lynn | Published 9/22/2008 | Read more »
Recently, my husband and I received a solicitation for a charity that hits home to our heart - giving to Native American organizations. It is called American Indian Relief Council (AIRC).
By Irene Lynn | Published 9/15/2008 | Read more »
We have been facing an economic downturn, but don't let that scare you. There are ways to not only survive but actually thrive in such an environment. Just follow a basic rule that generations before us mastered: "Live within your Means."
By Irene Lynn | Published 9/13/2008 | Read more »
On the morning of September 11, 2001, around 8am, United Airlines Flight 93 with 11,300 gallons of fuel on board was pushed back from the gate at Newark International Airport- approximately 45 people aboard bound for San Francisco
By Irene Lynn | Published 9/11/2008 | Read more »
Hurricane Ike today has been upgraded yesterday from a tropical storm status to a Hurricane four - presently posing no immediate threat to land - 610 miles northeast of the Leeward Islands. However, her path appears to be targeting Florida.
By Irene Lynn | Published 9/4/2008 | Read more »
On August 30th, China experienced another earthquake totaling 232 earthquakes around the world for this week alone. The location of this latest earthquake in China is in the southwest part of the country - Sichuan and Yunnan.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/31/2008 | Read more »
Texas and Louisiana are Gustav's main targets. By Tuesday, September 9th, it should make its presence into the Gulf coast. The other one is Hurricane Hanna which seems to want to target Florida
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/29/2008 | Read more »
For all you southerners out there, you can make your fall landscape more colorful and functional by planting the right annuals in your garden. Fall annuals in the south can turn into perennials if properly cared for due to the milder winters we have.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/27/2008 | Read more »
Bills! Economy! Political Discussions! What do these three things have in common? They will make you older before your time. And even if you are a positive, carefree person, you can't help as you get older to see those fine lines of wisdom creeping on your face
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/27/2008 | Read more »
Sierra Club has composed a list of Eco- Universities that are changing the way we think of the big university. Being environmentally active use to be attributed to only the smaller universities
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/25/2008 | Read more »
This year "back- to- school" has a different connotation when it comes to college dorms. We are in a new "renaissance" with the "eco -dorms." Schools around the world have been taking a green approach to campus life with saving energy
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/24/2008 | Read more »
We may not be at a bottom in the real estate market at this time, nevertheless there are some super deals if you can spot undervalued properties.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/18/2008 | Read more »
Every home should have at least one portable fire extinguisher in their home that is easily accessible. In my home, we have 3 - one in the kitchen, computer room, and garage.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/13/2008 | Read more »
Halloween dates back about 2,000 years ago when the Celts which today is made up of Ireland, United Kingdom, and northern France, celebrated their new year on November 1st.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/13/2008 | Read more »
It's hard to imagine how one can laugh at a dreadful disease as Cancer. Yet, I found someone who through her own experience with Cancer, not only did that, but created an organization to help others do the same.
By Irene Lynn | Published 8/1/2008 | Read more »
The first Sunday after Labor Day is always Grandparents day in the United States. It all began in 1978, when Marian McQuade made it her challenge to educate the youth in the community regarding the significant contributions of what senior citizens have made over time.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/29/2008 | Read more »
Imagine gazing at the night sky, appreciating the quietness of your country surroundings, when all of a sudden, you see something usual in the sky. You stare more intensely, trying to figure out if it is just an airplane; yet, you see it is just hovering above.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/29/2008 | Read more »
It has been known for centuries that the full moon can affect people's consciousness, emotions, and behaviour. In astrology, the moon represents our emotions and tied to "the mother".
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/28/2008 | Read more »
According to July 2008, Consumer's Report, sixth graders especially carry a heavy load in their backpacks due to a lot of homework that many are given. And with that said, comes an excess of heavier books that they must lug around on their backs.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/25/2008 | Read more »
On July 24, 2008, the New York Times Online had a story about a granite kitchen countertop emitting higher than normal dosages of radiation at Lynn Sugarman's home in Teaneck, N.J. Popularity for granite kitchen tops have grown over the years
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/25/2008 | Read more »
Now, the story of Oktoberfest started with the marriage of Prince (later King) Ludwig I and Princess Therese Saxony-Hildburghausen, October 10, 1810. In fact, the area where Oktoberfest is celebrated is named after her - Theresienwiese.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/23/2008 | Read more »
One transaction doesn't always hit all the credit bureaus, but you should check them all out. They have 30 days to respond. It is always best to send your notifications by certified mail.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/22/2008 | Read more »
Today it is becoming harder to find fresh fruits and vegetables worthy of the prices you are being charged. So, it's important to at least reduce your risk in selecting bad fruits in vegetables by knowing what to look for.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/21/2008 | Read more »
Just when you think, it can't get any worse for our financial crisis regarding one of the worst "run on the banks" in history, it is being reported that there are some banks not feeling too confident in our government's FDIC.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/21/2008 | Read more »
Umbrella Insurance is just not for people who have a lot of assets, but also for those who just want piece of mind; knowing they have added protection against any personal liability.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/17/2008 | Read more »
According to USAA Insurance Group, while residential real estate in general has been negative in growth, there are some parts of the country that are still doing well and above average - well above where they were five years ago
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/17/2008 | Read more »
Plato's Closet is the hottest idea for parents and teenagers to save and earn money on popular name brands they have in their own closets; yet, this isn't just for teenagers.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/16/2008 | Read more »
It's not too soon to start thinking of saving for the upcoming back- to- school year regarding supplies and clothing. Retailers across the nation are going to capitalize on the back- to- school sales tax holiday in 17 states.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/10/2008 | Read more »
With all this doom and gloom going on in the media, we need to remember to laugh if not for health reasons! Studies show laughing can help your mind, body, and soul. In the last 10 years especially, we have seen more studies showing benefits of laughing.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/7/2008 | Read more »
As interest rates rise, is it really smart to pay off your mortgage? It is relative to your situation, salary, and the particular interest rate environment you are in. Also, what about those 15 year mortgages?
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/7/2008 | Read more »
With the high cost of fuel combined with the tax benefits of owning investment property, it could be a good time to capitalize on the rental market with your vacation home.
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/2/2008 | Read more »
It's been a long and sometimes concerning road from the time of hearing college costs would be $100,000 back in 1985 to hearing reports of inflation creeping into the universities. However, we did it with two kids and on one income!
By Irene Lynn | Published 7/2/2008 | Read more »
Before I get into my astrological forecast for the 2008 Olympics, I wanted to bring to your attention of the significance of the number 8 this year. The Chinese place a lot of importance on the number 8 in their culture.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/25/2008 | Read more »
Is it time to buy a house now? When it comes to buying a house to live in for a long period of time (5-10 years), the answer is "yes".
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/8/2008 | Read more »
Speculation talks around wall street that due to high oil prices, one should not be surprised if any day now, you could wake up to hear that all the airlines have shut down.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/6/2008 | Read more »
June begins hurricane season and runs through November. August and September are the months that have the most activities of hurricanes seen. Complacency can kill you.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/5/2008 | Read more »
On June 4, 2008 while making an appearance on CNBC, David Pyott, of Allergen Pharmaceuticals, announced a new cosmetic product that will grow and thicken your eyelashes.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/4/2008 | Read more »
2008 is the year the consumer slows down. Nevertheless, 2009 is the year that consumers will take control of their lives, stop the excess consuming and enter the world of bartering.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/4/2008 | Read more »
Green cleaning uses products that are environmentally friendly without sacrificing cleanliness. In fact, most likely a hundred years ago, before all these chemical cleaning products existed, many of these solutions below were used.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/2/2008 | Read more »
If you are a potential homeowner who is about to put a contract on a home, one question you might want to ask the seller is whether the home is on a septic or sewer system.
By Irene Lynn | Published 6/2/2008 | Read more »
Mercury, also called quicksilver, is a silver-whitish poisonous metallic element found in not only thermometers, but in many of our household items.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/27/2008 | Read more »
Too many times, grease is just washed into our plumbing without any regards to our sewer systems. Many people just let it go down the drain of the kitchen sink. Over time, the grease can build up and block the entire pipe.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/23/2008 | Read more »
Only six months ago, you could find home equity line of credit loans for 100% of your home's market value - some even at 125%. Today, most banks have dropped the offer to 70-80% of the value of the home.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/20/2008 | Read more »
As my 28th wedding anniversary approaches and as I see the difficulties around me for others to find "love" in this messed up world of ours, I do have to ask myself - what has been the success of my marriage
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/15/2008 | Read more »
A barrel of oil has gone up 20% in a matter of weeks which has lead to $3.50-4.00 a gallon of gas at the gas pump. Projections by analyst are forecasting up to $200 a barrel of oil within twelve to eighteen months.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/13/2008 | Read more »
The way this Administration is reporting our economy as a "slow down" versus labeling it as a recession is not just rhetoric, it's political. I think by the time they actually do call it a recession it will be the beginnings of a new "Great Depression."
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
Many cell phone companies have insurance plans that for a small monthly fee, they will replace your phone if damaged, lost or the battery dies. Some sales people will use a sale's pitch that the cost of the battery is worth just one claim turned in.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
Be aware that there is a distinction between a Realtor and a real estate agent. Both have their real estate license; however, only the Realtor has the tools that can afford you more information that will lower your risk when purchasing a home.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
Most financial problems happen when the problem becomes what we lack in knowledge. If we understand first on what we lack, we will realize on what we need to know to improve our financial house.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/5/2008 | Read more »
Most travel agents will encourage you to purchase traveler's insurance. Nevertheless, purchasing traveler's insurance for a trip is dependent upon an individual's concern about their financial risk.
By Irene Lynn | Published 5/3/2008 | Read more »
Like many of our animals, flying squirrels also have an important role in our ecosystem. When they forage, they consumer a variety of fruiting bodies of subterranean fungi and disperse the spores from their feces
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/29/2008 | Read more »
Bluebirds are extraordinary birds and are a natural pesticide for our environment. They mostly feed upon a variety of insects- 60-80% of their diet. They do not eat seeds like other birds.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/29/2008 | Read more »
A hummingbird lands delicately on a specific flower for a reason - to feed and pollinate. To attract hummingbirds to your yard isn't always successful because it depends on their migration path. And, each hummingbird might have a different migration path than another.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/28/2008 | Read more »
Believe it or not, it's not just Mickey Mouse that lives here. We do have an occasional run in with our furry friends - da bears!
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/25/2008 | Read more »
Are you aware that growth normally costs more than land preservation for taxpayers? Many people assume with growth you will spur more revenues in the long run with taxes.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
The Yalaha Bakery store opened up in 1995. I have lived here for nearly 23 years in the Orlando area. It was only about 4 years ago that I learned about Yalaha Bakery which is located in a town called Yalaha about 45 minutes northwest of Orlando.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
Every year in Florida, there are a growing number of residences finding alligators in their retention ponds or nearby lakes. As a tourist visiting Florida, you must be aware of areas that you might not even think an alligator could be living.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
Have you ever really thought why we argue? Why is it so important to get OUR point across to the other person? When we argue, are we trying to convince the other person to be more like ourselves?
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
Kiss My Face Organic Whitening toothpaste seems to be in a class of its own when it comes to oral hygiene. This toothpaste has a powerful blend of certified organic ingredients that appears to also offer you health benefits.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/10/2008 | Read more »
Do you realize that if you irrigate your lawn with reclaimed water, there is no need to use fertilizers? Think about it? Where does reclaim water come from?
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/10/2008 | Read more »
About a month ago, I was sentenced to jury duty at the Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando, Florida. I know it's my civic duty but let's face it - it can interfere with your day, especially if you have important things to do.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/9/2008 | Read more »
The vending business is not as easy as one might think. It's not just a matter of buying a vending machine and sticking it in some location. If you are fortunate to be successful in this business, it is the type of business that can give you great profits
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/7/2008 | Read more »
With all the negative news surrounding credit card debt, you may get the impression that using a credit card is always taboo. However, it is not the credit card that gets one into trouble; it is the one who uses it
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/7/2008 | Read more »
Most credit card companies also allow a 60-day grace period for reporting lost or stolen cards. So this gives you a lot of time if it took you a while to realize your card is missing
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/6/2008 | Read more »
Have you ever had your laptop computer shut down while you were in the middle of writing one of your award winning articles for AC? And you can't figure out what is going on? You ask yourself, "Is it my battery? Well, you might want to invest in the Antec Notebook Cooler
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/4/2008 | Read more »
If you haven't tried the varieties of Tevana loose leaf herbal teas, well, you do not know what you are missing. Across the many malls in the United States you may find a Tevana tea bar. Just the aroma alone will send your curiosity to check out this tea emporium.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
I think you will not only learn something from her regarding her frugal tips on making healthy meals, but also a perspective from someone who realizes 8 children can be a blessing and a challenge all in the same breathe.
By Irene Lynn | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
What we have is a cash flow problem in this country. Consumers are strapped for cash and looking for ways to buy their necessities any way they can. We are also finding another debt bubble ready to implode; however, this time it could be in the auto loan industry.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/28/2008 | Read more »
Saturday, March 29, is when millions of people around the world will be making a statement about climate change by turning their lights off for one hour. It is called "Earth Hour" and was created by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)in 2007.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/28/2008 | Read more »
I recently did an article on AC Producer 3lilangels about being a stay-at-home mom of three children under the age of three. I started to wonder if there were any men out there in a similar situation.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/27/2008 | Read more »
Tabouleh has to be one of the healthiest salads you can eat. It's a classic Middle East salad with fresh herbs, mainly parsley, mint, bulgur whole wheat, tomatoes, onions and seasonings.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/27/2008 | Read more »
California, Florida, Arizona, Michigan, Ohio and Nevada are on a black balled list with some mortgage insurers where you cannot get an investment or vacation loan. A mortgage insurer insures mortgages for a protection against foreclosure.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
We all want to feel secure here in the United States. However, does it have to mean that the Homeland Security guards need to intimidate their own United States citizens?
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
Many homeowners have bird baths in their yards to provide a source of water for their favorite flying friends. However, are you aware that the very good you are trying to do for these creatures can actually harm them?
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/24/2008 | Read more »
Recently, I wrote an article about a concern I had, regarding tomato paste in the can leaving a metal after taste. On account of this, I was searching for an alternative to the tomato paste in a can.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/24/2008 | Read more »
Normally, I do not have time to read a book. However, one day I was flipping on the TV and discovered Oprah recommending a book, "A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life's Purpose", by Eckhart Tolle.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/22/2008 | Read more »
Many consumers rely on Realtors for their expertise in real estate. This is fine. However, it is just as important for the consumer to understand the types of contingencies that are typically suggested in a contract.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/20/2008 | Read more »
There are over 5.6 million stay at home mom's today who contribute a lot to the family in more ways than monetarily; yet, they do not get the deserve credit they should. There are many working moms out there that wish they could stay at home with their children...
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/19/2008 | Read more »
On March 19, 2003, I had my first spirtual experience when my mother came to me in an awakened state. It has been 5 years. This poem was given to me the next day from a friend who asked my mother the next day, the purpose of her visit.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
Ryvita is a whole grain rye crisp bread that you can find in your local grocery store. Ryvita is a product of Great Britain. I love the two new flavors which are Sunflower Seeds & Oats and Pumpkin Seeds & Oats.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/17/2008 | Read more »
Many communities have what is called a "farmers market" whereby every day people turn their hobbies into a business and sell their home made wares, plants, and just about anything that a local farmer's market will accept.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/14/2008 | Read more »
Hashimoto Hypothyroid is a disease and the leading cause of hypothyroid. Hypothyroid is a condition of an underactive thyroid or a thyroid that just does not function.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/13/2008 | Read more »
As of April 1st, Aetna Insurance will no longer cover for an anesthesiologist or anesthetist to administer a Propofol, which is a deep sedative, during a colonoscopy.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/11/2008 | Read more »
You've heard the old saying, "be careful what you wish for." Unless you are a buyer or seller in the real estate market today, you might not be aware of the low balling that is going on with appraisals.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/11/2008 | Read more »
The New York Times is reporting that Gov. Eliot Spitzer has told senior advisers that he had been involved in a prostitution ring.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/10/2008 | Read more »
was really looking forward to this interview with Donald Trump. My people were trying to set up an appointment with "his people". Donald Trump is such character and really appears to be a fun loving kind of guy
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/9/2008 | Read more »
Pounce Perks "Catnip" flavor is the purrrfect treat for a cat who had an ego adjustment like my cat, Otis did last Saturday! Personally, I don't believe any other flavor would have done the trick for Otis.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/7/2008 | Read more »
A bee garden? Why would I want more bees in my garden, you ask? Well, let's put this in perspective! Biologists are agreeing we have a problem with losing our bees in North America
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
It is said in the industry that 80% of mutual funds underperform the stock market; however the pundits out there will tell you to be long term investors.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
A popular mushroom for treating inflammatory areas is called the Reishi mushroom. This mushroom has anti inflammatory agents called Triturpiods which has a similar action like taking steroids.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
Do you love the sounds of birds? I do too! We have created a natural habitat around our home to feed and shelter our birds outside. One day my husband came home and told me about this Audubon Bird Clock that someone had in the office.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
I've been using Zia Age Defying Body Cleanser as a cleanser for my face for several months now and have been very satisfied. What makes Zia Age Defying Body Cleanser stand out is it cleans gently without using soap or SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/4/2008 | Read more »
Greenpeace is playing an important role in getting a message across to supermarkets by making them aware of what is going on in our ocean's ecosystem from destructive fishing methods.
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/4/2008 | Read more »
I recall how the national news brought that to our attention showing a little boy or girl without a leg because of an unused live bomb. How would you feel if you knew that we have a similar potential "bomb" risk right here in the good ole USA?
By Irene Lynn | Published 3/4/2008 | Read more »
Our cats were not use to going in the car. I did a lot of research about taking cats on long trips. We were hesitant about some of the solutions we found on the Internet because it seemed like everywhere we read it talked about giving the cats a sedative for the drive.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/28/2008 | Read more »
I was curious to see what the differences between an ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin products are. So I checked out some information from some professionals on the Internet and this is what I found.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Through our Italian generations we had thick sauces. I always used mainly tomato paste from the can, like grandpa, for the base with adding water to dilute it. However, there has been an increasing tin flavor I have noticed when I have been using them lately.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Finding a cleaning product that is good for the environment that won't cost you an arm and a leg is hard to find. However, Green Works natural all -purpose cleaner by Clorox fits the bill. Prior to using Green Works I was using a Seventh Generation product
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
While staying at my vacation home in Georgia recently, I had the privilege to observe a migratory chain of beautiful Whooping Cranes. Check out the pictures attached to this article.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
It's been over five years since I had one of these peels done and I forgot how much they can burn. Well, the dermatologist gave me some free samples of Aveeno Ultra Calming Moisturizer. To my amazement, I was impressed how quickly the burning feeling calmed down.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
The fava bean crop was an important staple for Italians. This was the only crop that was saved from the drought. The bean is said to bring good luck.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
In the Journal of Environmental Health issue of December 2007, a study was done in which a total of 76 lemon wedges served in water were analyzed to find approximately 70% of micro bacterial growth on the rinds of the lemons.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/26/2008 | Read more »
Located fifty five miles, northeast of Atlanta, in the town of Dahlonega, Georgia sits the Crimson Moon Café. Now this is not an ordinary café. This is a place where not only everyone will know your name, but where the creative spirit shines.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/26/2008 | Read more »
While many Georgian towns have declined over the years, Dahlonega continues to grow in population and attracts many visitors around the world to experience not only some good southern cooking but Appalachian culture.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/25/2008 | Read more »
In October of 2007, after completing my volunteer orientation for Hospice, I received my first Hospice patient. I'll call him "Mr. D" for privacy reasons. He was a pastor in his community.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/22/2008 | Read more »
Fear is everywhere these days from the media, the politicians, to the people we interact with daily. Fear is a learned behavior. We are not born with fear.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/19/2008 | Read more »
A falling satellite that was reported on January 27th being out of control, is scheduled to be shot down within the next three or four days by the Bush Administration.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/14/2008 | Read more »
Peelu Cinnamon Toothpaste is a great addition to my search for natural personal care products that does not include the harmful ingredient "sodium Lauryl Sulfate"(SLS).
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
In Orange County, Florida, we have a Household Hazard Waste Program (HHW) that provides homeowners with opportunities to dispose of their hazardous waste safely and at no charge. There are many households that have dangerous chemicals (hazardous waste)
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
The Florida Sandhill Crane is a threatened bird species but can become an endangered species if we are not made aware of what we are doing to its habitat.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
The "new" brand of Blue Diamond Almonds comes in four oven roasted flavors - no salt, cinnamon brown sugar, vanilla bean, and sea salt.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
However, if you do have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage and you have a high balance on your credit card where you don't think you are going to pay it off any time soon, then I'd say, pay attention to this.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
With each rain, excess fertilizers and pesticides that you apply on your lawn will run into your driveways, sidewalks, and street and it will continue into the storm drains.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
Bank of America is more than doubling interest rates on credit cards even if you have been paying off your credit card balances and there is no deterioration in your credit score
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/9/2008 | Read more »
There are no theme parks here at the Blue Spring State Park in Florida. I would not call the people at the Blue Spring State Park tourists but true nature lovers.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/7/2008 | Read more »
What is so great about the Blue Jay bird? I am sure you have heard a lot of negative "smack "about Blue Jays and some that is well deserved. For instance, they are aggressive bird by nature. Maybe they remind us humans of ourselves
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/6/2008 | Read more »
One of those documents will be our 1098 Mortgage Interest Statement. The Mortgage Interest Statement shows how much of the mortgage interest was paid.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/6/2008 | Read more »
"Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike."
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/5/2008 | Read more »
One product that is hard to have totally organic is hair spray. Let's face it, you need alcohol in all hair spray or it just won't hold. So, I'm doing the next best thing by going with Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC) hair spray.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/5/2008 | Read more »
I use to think Bath and Bodyworks had the best products till I started searching for organic personal care products. One product line called EO which stands for essential oils surpasses their products when you factor in some of the organic benefits and the price.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/5/2008 | Read more »
Alba is known for their many organic fragrant spa and sun care products. However, the one product that stands out for me is the Alba's Sugar Cane Body Polish.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Between inflationary prices of fuel and the struggling economy with the consumer, airlines are being forced to double their fuel surcharges for 2008. For now, higher prices of fuel are the issue, more than a potential decrease of demand in flying by the consumer.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
I had perfect timing on knowing when to sell my house based on my expertise in the stock market and real estate. Yes, the stock market can give you directions of the economy including how to price your home; if you pay close attention to it.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
If you click on the Storm Worm you will be inundated with so much Spam that any Spam blocker will have trouble stopping it.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/3/2008 | Read more »
High above the Tauber River sits Rothenburg, Germany which is one of the most charming and enchanting cities to visit when you go travel to Germany. Rothenburg is a city that dates back to the middle Ages.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
Did you know that your TV is consuming energy and your money even while you're sleeping?
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
A VAT tax is called a "Value Added Tax". You will be paying a VAT tax for your purchases when travelling to Europe and other countries. To simplify it and without getting into the detail of what makes up the VAT tax; it is sort of like a country's sales tax.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
Microsoft has proposed to acquire Yahoo in a hostile take over for $31 per share. That is a 62% premium to Yahoo's closing price of $19 per share on Thursday.
By Irene Lynn | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
Going to the grocery store and trying to pick out a good Chuck Roast can be confusing, especially when labels seem to be changing all the time on the packaging.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/31/2008 | Read more »
Have you ever been awaken to the sound of "tat, tat, tat" on your roof or a nearby tree? Or how about thinking it was construction nearby only to finally zoom in on Woody the Woodpecker, himself?
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/29/2008 | Read more »
Saturday, government officials disclosed to the public that a large disabled U.S. Spy satellite is out of control and could possible threaten Earth by the end of February or early March.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/27/2008 | Read more »
What an amazing and magical experience it was for my family and I to stay at the Hotel Rubezahl surrounded by the Bavarian Alps. Hotel Rubezahl is an alpine style, family owned hotel in a small village of Schwangau, Germany
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/24/2008 | Read more »
Toprol XL is a beta blocker. A beta blocker slows down your heart beat. Toprol XL is the brand name for Metropolol. Primarily, Toprol XL is prescribed for people who have Arrhythmia, Angina, or any condition of the heart that needs slowing down to prevent a heart attack.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/24/2008 | Read more »
There have been many German castles that my husband and I have stayed in overnight. However, the German Castle Auf Schonburg has to be one of the most incredible and authentic castles to experience. Auf Schonburg is situated on the Rhine River above the Town of Oberwesel.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/24/2008 | Read more »
Today, we are witnessing what a "crash" looks like in stock markets around the world. While the U.S. is off for the Dr. Martin Luther King holiday, all over the world stock markets have crashed between 5-8%.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
Traveling to Europe on your own is very rewarding. However, it is not for everyone. Some people prefer going through a travel agency for specific all inclusive tours.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
The first time I realized that I was not considered "young" any more was when my niece, while sitting beside me, touched my hand and pulled up my skin and asked, "Why is your skin loose?"
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
This January is being reported as one of the worst January starts in the stock market in over fifty years. Some stock portfolios are down between seven to ten per cent already
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
Have you ever heard a "thump" on your window, only to see a bird on the ground?There are an estimated one hundred million to one billion birds yearly that die while flying into human-constructed structures like windows
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/16/2008 | Read more »
Food for Life has several types of breads; gluten-free/wheat free, low Glycemic/Diabetic friendly, high fiber, and yeast free. The one I'm writing about is called Seven Sprouted Whole Grain.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/15/2008 | Read more »
Some people like to pretend they know how to invest. Some people don't realize they could be just lucky for now and might suffer losses in the future. The most important thing about investing is not profits.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
Around 2:30 A.M., Saturday, January 12th, Barrack Obama was on his way back to his home town of Chicago after campaigning in Nevada for the January 19th Nevada caucus, when his chartered jet clipped a wing of another plane.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/13/2008 | Read more »
With spring approaching, why not plan to give something back to nature by creating your own natural wildlife habitat in your own backyard. It is not a difficult thing to do.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
Sometimes appearances are not always the way they seem; like some of these promotions you get in the mail. Recently, I received a promotion from DIRECTV Satellite Company.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
Snyder's of Hanover is the first full line of snack foods to combine benefits of whole grains including sun flower seeds. I purchased Synder's chip for the first time and found a crispy texture with the nutty flavor of sunflower.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
The FDA has told us to limit our salt intake because of the health risks it can have on our bodies. The problem with this statement is that not all salts are created the same.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
The reason I'm writing this article is for those who typically put their money into the stock market without understanding why they are doing this. The other reason is to demonstrate a potential critical turn that could happen in the stock market
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
There is an old saying in the stock market, "you don't want to catch a falling knife". Translated it means, if you try to catch a bottom while things are falling you will cut yourself.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
After she tested this soy candle out in the store she realized that this was not just an ordinary candle. The soy candle liquefies and doubles into a silky lotion
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
For the past seven years, I have had an inner sense that the Cholesterol scare was for the function of making the pharmaceutical companies rich.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
When you are sixteen, you are granted to have a license to drive. When you are eighteen, you are given the privilege to vote. When you are twenty one, you are allowed to drink legally.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/4/2008 | Read more »
Browsing through some old pictures of my family around the year 1910 and saying goodbye to 2007, I began to think how far we have come in one hundred years.
By Irene Lynn | Published 1/1/2008 | Read more »
On Friday, December 28th, 20/20 showed the top Internet videos for 2007. You can click on the hyperlinks below to view the videos.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/29/2007 | Read more »
If you want a game for your next party that will make you laugh till you...well, you know "need to go to the bathroom", then try "Mad Gab".
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
When I explain to people the consistent returns of my mutual funds in my retirement account, they all want me to assist them with their retirement portfolio. The trouble I find is many people want you to do the study for them.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
When new investors enter into the stock market for the first time, they look for experts to give them some advice. Actually, that applies to anyone who feels they don't have the time or understand how to pick stocks or mutual funds in general.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
RetroSpecs & Company collected authentic and unique early American spectacles that were manufactured during the 1920s, 30s and 40s. These spectacles were stored over the years and kept in mint condition.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
Let's make the first New Years Resolution by starting the year out on a "green" foot! Instead of throwing your trees out on the street, waiting for your garbage pickup to dispose of them, take them to a recycle program in your area.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/14/2007 | Read more »
They are also a good indicator of our environmental health. Butterflies love the sun because they are cold blooded and need that warmth. Butterflies drink from the nectar of flowers and feed off of the sap of trees and rotting organic material.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
We may not like the way he has set the standards on who should get the relief, however, in the bond market there are indicators signally we could be seeing an end to sub prime problems.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
November marked the fourth month in a row that the CEO Index continued to fall. The CEO Index is a measure of confidence among CEO's and can be considered a tool to measure whether we are headed for or are already in a recession.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Do you have someone in the family that has high cholesterol? On the other hand, do you just want to maintain your cholesterol level? I heard about Promise Activ SuperShots on the radio.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
I love to cook everything from scratch, and I take great pride in what I serve to my guests. However, I am so tempted to use Pacific Natural Foods- Organic Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato soup and serve it the next time I have company come over.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
The Ionic Pro is an air purifier that will take out irritants and allergens out of a room and release purified air into the room. The Ionic Pro is comparable to the Sharper's Image Ionic Breeze and about 45% less cost.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
When I asked my astrologer if there were any good software programs out there for astrology, he directed me to Matrix Software and suggested to start with WinStar Express V3
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
When I tasted La Piana Ravioli with squash filling I was thrilled with the fresh homemade taste. My first impression was "that's Italian!" The product is called La Piana Ravioli with a squash filling.
By Irene Lynn | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
We heard all these concerns about the ramification of what a falling dollar means. However, are there any benefits to a falling dollar to our economy?
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
On March 19, 2007 I wrote an article about how you will know when real estate will recover by watching the builder's earnings. However, another indicator to watch is the price of lumber which continues to sell off.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
It all began at 3:00 am on Black Friday. This is the one sport that I share with my daughter. It's a time of the year where my daughter, and I join the other crazies and shop the day after Thanksgiving. We got to the mall at 4am and the hunt was on.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
It makes no difference how old you are, we all need fiber in our diets. Adding fiber to your diet or eating fiber rich foods have many great health benefits like preventing colon cancer. It also helps you to maintain your weight or lose weight because it fills you up.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
I was browsing one day at Barnes and Noble and came across this book called "Top Secret Restaurant Recipes" by Todd Wilbur. I was familiar in the past with copy cat restaurant recipes from some Internet sites that use to be free.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/24/2007 | Read more »
Are all money markets the same? Are they all safe? Do you care? You should. Money market accounts that are offered by a bank are safer than the mutual fund money market.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
Well, the clerk handed me a little reference card with a list of a dozen clean and dirty fruits and vegetables to be aware of when it comes to pesticides.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
In 2000, I went to Europe with my family, and we paid .95 for a Euro with my U.S. Dollar. Today, we're looking at around 1.45 Euro to the Dollar. In seven years the dollar has depreciated around 55%.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
If you have been lucky to be born in a generation of great cooks in your family, then you know how important Grandma's cast iron frying pan was and how everyone wanted it when she passed.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
Give me some garlic and I'll give you some good cooking! I love Gaaaarlic! My grandfather who was an Italian chef used garlic so much that his kitchen always had a garlic aroma.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
I decided to get rid of all my personal care products and replace them with organic, safe and natural products. I found a great website called LuckyVitamins.com to purchase new products.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/19/2007 | Read more »
Oh my, another bill and no money left over? Maybe if I put an unsigned check in this bill, they will believe that I forgot to sign it; then I can get an extra month float? Guess I'll have to put this one on my Visa again.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/19/2007 | Read more »
Flooding is an act of nature which has no regards to the destruction of your home or personal items. Flooding is caused by heavy rainfalls taking place in a short period of time
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/11/2007 | Read more »
With busy family schedules today, many families do not sit down together anymore. However, the holidays are the time of the year to bring the family back in sync even though it may be for a short time.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/10/2007 | Read more »
For the past three years silver has been trading in a range between $9 per ounce to the high of $15.20 per ounce in 2005. As I write this article on November 6, 2007, we have now broken out of this trading range in silver
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/10/2007 | Read more »
How many of you have an idea of what stormwater is? How many of you understand why you should care? However, have you ever thought of the significance of why we should keep our stormwater "clean"?
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/6/2007 | Read more »
How many times you have seen someone speed down your neighborhood street while you saw your children playing outside?
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/3/2007 | Read more »
What better way to spread the warmth of the holidays than to buy your Holiday gifts from a foundation that works to lessen the poverty and unemployment among the American Indians.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/2/2007 | Read more »
A sinkhole forms when groundwater dissolves the underlying limestone bedrock. This creates a void in the land.
By Irene Lynn | Published 11/2/2007 | Read more »
On May 25, 1993, President Clinton signed a public law so that the American Battle Monument Commission could establish the National World War II Memorial. The National World War II Memorial honors "The Greatest Generation" veterans.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/31/2007 | Read more »
For the first time in history we have four generations working side by side. That's right! Workers in all types of employment come from four generations.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/29/2007 | Read more »
An "ethical will" conveys the values you have lived by through the stories of your life.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/22/2007 | Read more »
When someone close to us has a death in the family, sometimes we don't know what to say, or sometimes we say the wrong things. Everyone handles grief in their own way.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/22/2007 | Read more »
I started using Penzey's Spices when I began having problems trying to find fresh shallots at the grocery store.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/18/2007 | Read more »
Nora Mill Granary is a real running mill established in 1876 and located in the historic area of Sautee-Nacoochee Valley which is one mile South from Alpine Village of Helen, Georgia and thirty minutes north from Dahlonega, Georgia
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/17/2007 | Read more »
The health benefits are endless. It is high in fiber and Omega 3. It will lower cholesterol and your blood pressure, prevent many types of cancers, including the colon, maintain a strong heart against heart disease, and even decreases asthma outbreaks.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/16/2007 | Read more »
Cork & Olive is a franchise based out of Tampa, Florida. If you want a touch of Old World spices and enticing exotic olive oils from places like Tunisia or Morocco combined with wonderful and reasonably priced wines then you must search out for a Cork & Olive store
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/16/2007 | Read more »
Today, Reuters and other media groups are reporting that major banks are pooling their monies together; roughly $80 million to assist the ailing mortgage market by establishing a potential bailout fund that would prevent a stock market melt down.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/14/2007 | Read more »
This is a personal acount of how my mother passed the baton of nurtuing to me.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/12/2007 | Read more »
Every third weekend of October, Dahlonega has one of the largest mountain festivals in the southeast to celebrate the discovery of gold. It has been voted the top twenty events to enjoy from the Southeast Tourism Society
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/11/2007 | Read more »
In the November issue of Consumer Report, it reveals the benefits of haggling and how 90 percent of shoppers who attempt to haggle usually are successful. This is from haggling from medical bills to buying a car.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
By 2020, it's been projected that 40% of American will die in nursing homes. More than 70% of people say that they would want to die at home. More people are going to need Hospice.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
The one item I wanted was that 'right' mural to go above my convection oven. My theme was Tuscan like many kitchens are today.
By Irene Lynn | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
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