Author Archives: blogqueendiane

The Great Adventure: Writing My First Book

Posted on July 22, 2014 by blogqueendiane

A little over 20 years ago when my son was a toddler, I had a brainstorm: write a book about great places to take kids in the area. I was an at-home mom, no product like that existed locally and … Continue reading →

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NOT a Happy Camper

Posted on July 21, 2014 by blogqueendiane

During my freshman year of college at a small, very conservative college in Pennsylvania, I went out a few times with J. I wasn’t physically attracted to him at all and was actually kind of repelled – but I didn’t … Continue reading →

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The Best Jeans Ever – I LOVE “Not Your Daughter’s Jeans”

Posted on July 20, 2014 by blogqueendiane

After many years of searching for the elusive “perfect pair of jeans,” I’ve finally found them. Had seen ads for “Not Your Daughter’s Jeans” in various women’s magazines over the years, but had never seen them in a local store … Continue reading →

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The Only Recipe You’ll Ever See Here: Low Calorie Yogurt Pie

Posted on July 20, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I’m really never been into cooking or recipes at all. (The only exception is baking Christmas cookies.) But I found this super-easy, healthy and low-cal dessert that can be made using only one hand! (My left hand is heavily bandaged … Continue reading →

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Dilemma: Old Flames in Family Photos

Posted on July 19, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Significant others come and go throughout life, occasionally creating a problem with special event photos that include them. You want to display the cherished photo, but you don’t want to gaze at the face of the ex who broke your … Continue reading →

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Bad Boss #1: Mr. Charming

Posted on July 18, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Everyone has had at least one “boss from hell” during their working life, haven’t they? When my son was young and I’d just bought  my first house as a divorced mom, I got laid off and landed a part-time job as … Continue reading →

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Hilarious Online Dating Website Photos and Messages

Posted on July 17, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I had carpal tunnel surgery yesterday and haven’t perfected typing with one hand… so, take a look at these goofy photos and write-ups captured from online dating sites at BuzzFeed. They’ll crack you up! And if you’re married, they’ll make … Continue reading →

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Online Dating: Dealbreakers

Posted on July 16, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Everybody’s different, but we all have some situations that are dealbreakers when meeting and evaluating a potential boyfriend or girlfriend in person after we’ve connected with him or her online. While we can — and should — be forgiving about … Continue reading →

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Paper Bag Speed Dating — Would You Do It?

Posted on July 15, 2014 by blogqueendiane

A hot new trend in dating, which began in England, is a variation on speed dating — where an equal number of men and women come to an event and are each paired off with a person of the opposite … Continue reading →

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Bloggers: Use Your Power for Good

Posted on July 14, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Wasn’t it Glinda the Good Witch in The Wizard of Oz who said, “Dorothy, use your power for good, not evil?” Blogs have power, and they’re the ideal place to inspire readers and lift them up. Blogs give you an … Continue reading →

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