Thoughts, Tips and Tales

Highs and Lows of February

Posted on March 1, 2016 by blogqueendiane

February flew by!

Highs

1) Had my very first Uber experience. It was quick and easy, although I learned a few things the hard way! Continue reading →

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Facebook’s New Emoticons: Do More Than Just “Like” a Post

Posted on February 26, 2016 by blogqueendiane

Using Facebook is a great way to keep up with friends and relatives.

Millions of people around the globe check their Facebook page daily and share the latest happenings in their lives with the people who are near and dear to them.

Since the primary purpose of Facebook is to interact with people, the site’s always had a “Like” button that you can click to indicate you agree with something someone’s posted, think their kids are adorable or are chuckling as you watch their cute kitty videos. Continue reading →

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Domestic Decluttering : Week 7 of 52 — Decluttering Pots and Pans

Posted on February 25, 2016 by blogqueendiane

Boy, it’s been years since I looked through my pots and pans/overflow utensil cabinet! Took everything out and spread it on a towel on the floor.

How did all the stuff in the photo above fit inside? Continue reading →

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Joining the Uber Craze: My First Uber Experience

Posted on February 23, 2016 by blogqueendiane

Everybody’s heard of Uber — the service that matches drivers and passengers, but I don’t know anyone over 40 who’s ever used it to go anywhere.

Continue reading →

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Decluttering and Departmentalizing — Week 6 of 52 — Decluttering Jewelry

Posted on February 18, 2016 by blogqueendiane

I LOVE jewelry — and have a lot of it.

So decluttering jewelry in an overflowing armoire — plus a jewelry box I’ve had since college — was a real project. Continue reading →

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9 Things People Dislike about Cruises

Posted on February 16, 2016 by blogqueendiane

I’m a real fan of cruise vacations — and love the fact that you can relax around the pool or participate in numerous ship activities and shore excursions. They feed you all the time and even turn down the covers at night! However, there are a few no-so-fun things — and here are 9 things people dislike about cruises: Continue reading →

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Wild and Wacky Valentine’s Day Events Around the U.S.: Don’t Stay Home Feb. 14 and Have a Pity Party

Posted on February 12, 2016 by blogqueendiane

One of the reasons I love the Charleston area is because there are always so many unique and interesting things to do.

Valentine’s Day/weekend is no exception. Take a look at some of these wild and wacky Valentine’s Day events for singles, couples or anyone.

Nobody has to stay home and have a pity party!

After you check out the South Carolina events, take a peek at the even more unusual events from around the U.S. …. 🙂 Continue reading →

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Decluttering Detail: Week 5 of 52 — Decluttering the Linen Closet

Posted on February 11, 2016 by blogqueendiane

My linen closet has never been cleaned out.

And it got to the point that the door wouldn’t stay shut all the time. When it did and you opened it, either paper towels or rolls of toilet paper fell on your head.

Continue reading →