Category Archives: thoughts tips and tales

The Ugly Side of Blogging

Posted on June 30, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Blogging is usually a lot of fun. You can write just about anything you want — from your heart, your head, or your funny bone. And the whole world is out there; you never know who will read your posts. … Continue reading →

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The High and Low List for June 2014

Posted on June 29, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Here’s a recap of the good, bad and ugly things that’ve happened in my life during June: GOOD 1.Had the first blog post I ever submitted to BlogHer published, listing me as a Featured Writer. It’s gotten 550 hits there … Continue reading →

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2014 World’s Ugliest Dog Winners

Posted on June 28, 2014 by blogqueendiane

You already know that I am hooked on news stories about the weird things people do. Along those same lines… Each year about this time, I look forward with anticipation to seeing a photo of the winner of the year’s … Continue reading →

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How to Add a Low-Cost Reading Rack to a Treadmill to Make Walking More Fun

Posted on June 25, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I routinely walk on a treadmill at least twice a week – both at home and in the gym, and as an avid multi-tasker, I always read while walking. It’s great, because if you’re reading a good book the time … Continue reading →

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Stand-Up Paddleboarding: Testing the Water

Posted on June 24, 2014 by blogqueendiane

In the coastal area where I live, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has become very popular. You can sit outdoors on a sunny afternoon at a number of restaurants in the tourist district and watch people standing on flat surfaces that resemble surfboards … Continue reading →

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Nothing Makes You Feel Better than a BODY PUMP Workout

Posted on June 23, 2014 by blogqueendiane

OK, the title “NOTHING Makes You Feel Better than a BODY PUMP™ Workout” may’ve been a tiny bit misleading – because I can actually think of one thing that feels better… But the feeling you have after you’ve lifted weights for … Continue reading →

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Funny Friends: Laughter is the Best Medicine

Posted on June 22, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I’ve done more laughing in the past 2 1/2 days that I have in the whole last year. My best old friend (we met 24 years ago) drove from Virginia and has been visiting for three days. She just rode … Continue reading →

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Some of My Favorite Products and Services

Posted on June 20, 2014 by blogqueendiane

A lot of people write extended rants on their blogs about products or services that they find to be less than satisfactory. I’ve had my share of those unfortunate experiences, and have been tempted more than once to create an … Continue reading →

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Online Dating Horror Story #1: Don’t Be Cruel…

Posted on June 19, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I’ve been divorced a long time and have done online dating for about 12 years. Had two great five-year relationships (met them both on match.com), but before and in-between them, online dating seemed like the only viable way to find … Continue reading →

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Finding Female Friends Online: Don’t Laugh — it Works!

Posted on June 18, 2014 by blogqueendiane

During certain stages of life, you may look around and realize that the number of girlfriends you hang out with has dwindled over the years. Some moved away, some have lives that are so incredibly busy there’s virtually no time … Continue reading →

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