Monthly Archives: November 2008

What’s a Blog?

November 17, 2008

Tonight I went to Crit Club. That’s short for Critique Club. It’s an art club where each artist brings in a sample of their work and a guest artist will provide critique. I went as a guest speaker, not critiquer. I had the opportunity to speak to the artists about websites. Since I have created websites for several individuals and businesses, I was considered an authority. Strange what goes for “expert” these days, huh? I gave the usual spiel about types of websites, especially talking up WordPress as a good…

You Have a Zune?!

November 2, 2008

By Karen

Bling Your Brew

November 1, 2008

By Karen

Now this is some expensive caffeine. Next time you’re thinking $5 is way too much to spend at Starbucks, check out this dazzling duo offered by Nespresso in their Crystal Collection. Those are Swarovski crystals encrusting the sides of these cool little single-serve coffee brewers. These are a limited edition of only 30 and they aren’t currently available in the US or on ebay. Yeah, I checked. If you really want one (and who doesn’t?), you’ll have to find a Swiss boutique near you. Someone, please tell me, how is this…

Good to the First Cup, and the Last Cup, and Every One in Between

November 1, 2008

By Karen

Good to the First Cup, and the Last Cup, and Every One in Between

I’ve been researching several new coffee makers in anticipation of switching from the common drip brew thermal carafe I currently own to one of the increasingly popular single-serve brewers. I was shocked at how many are out there. This is a burgeoning market. Naturally, when considering a purchase like this, you want to do your research but finding consistently reliable feedback and reviews can be daunting. So check out this great website – Single Serve Coffee. They have reviews on a wide variety of topics – single-serve brewers, K-cups,…

I’m Trippin’

November 1, 2008

By Karen

August 20th was a day like any other. The girls were in school, the husband off to a client’s, my fave songs on my iPod – I was ready to tackle the grueling daily mission that is the bane of a woman’s existance – housework. After plugging in my tunes, I bounced down the stairs like an energetic twenty-something (which I’m not). As I placed my right foot to the foyer floor I turned my ankle at an unnatural angle. After a Kelly-Clarkson-esque scream, I hopped to the nearest chair.…