Fond Family Memories: A No-Cost Heartwarming Gift for Parents

Posted on December 1, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Fond Family Memories: A Heartwarming, No-Cost Gift for Parents

If  your parents are at the point in life where they don’t need any more “things” for Christmas or you just want to give them a meaningful gift — create a one-of-a-kind “Fond Family Memories” jar.” Continue reading →

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Dating a Man Who Earns Less Than You Do

Posted on November 24, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Dating a Man Who Earns Less Than You Do

What are the pitfalls of dating a man who makes significantly less money than you do? Continue reading →

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11 Easy Ways to Express Gratitude

Posted on November 23, 2015 by blogqueendiane

11 easy ways to express gratitude

Studies show that people who express gratitude have a happier life than those who don’t — so take a few minutes to consider one of the methods below to give thanks for the things you have. Taking a couple minutes a day to count your blessings will definitely lift your spirits! Continue reading →

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Amazon Echo: An Awesome Gift

Posted on November 19, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Amazon Echo an Awesome Gift

It’s just a slim black cylinder, but — oh, the things the Amazon Echo can do! I own one and love it!

The Echo is a very cool gift for anyone – from grammar schooler to nonagenarian. It’s  fun — and functional — for everyone, and makes a great family gift.

The Echo would also be perfect for someone recovering from an illness or a person with mobility issues. Continue reading →

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FlyLady’s Simple Tips to Help You Become a Neater Housekeeper Really Work

Posted on November 18, 2015 by blogqueendiane

FlyLadys Brilliant but Simple Tips to Help You Become a Neater Housekeeper will Knock Your Socks Off

If you’d really like to be a better housekeeper — but are overwhelmed and don’t know where to begin — go to www.flylady.net, look over the website and sign up for free  reminders.

Then take the plunge and adopt a few simple but basic FlyLady routines — one at a time — and prepare to transform your life.

Your home will look better, you’ll  stop dreading unexpected guests and  you’ll gain peace of mind.

Continue reading →

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20 Things You Can Do with Amazon Echo, the Cool Digital Assistant and Music Player

Posted on November 17, 2015 by blogqueendiane

20 Things You Can Do with Amazon Echo, the Cool Digital Assistant and Music Player

The Amazon Echo is an amazing personal assistant and music player. Simply plug the slim black cylinder into a wall socket, and it runs on your wireless Internet.

The things it can do are mind-boggling! I’ve had one for about five months and love it. Continue reading →

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Online Dating Scams: Scammers are Ruining Over-50 Online Dating!

Posted on November 12, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Scammers are Ruining Over-50 Online Dating

I’ve been doing online dating for about 15 years — and met two men online that I had long, happy relationships with.

But now… online dating has changed. Continue reading →

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100 Simple Secrets of Happy People: A Book Review

Posted on November 10, 2015 by blogqueendiane

100 Simple Secrets of Happy People: A Book Review

I’m a happiness junkie.

Although I’ve always been a pretty happy and optimist person, just can’t resist reading books about happiness. Who wouldn’t want to feel just a little better if they could? Continue reading →

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Aerial Adventure Park: A Unique and Exciting Fitness Experience

Posted on November 5, 2015 by blogqueendiane

A Unique and Exciting Fitness Experience at an Aerial Adventure Park

A trip to an aerial adventure park is something everyone should try! As you perform each of the above-ground challenges, your emotions range from slightly scared to euphoric. It’s an exhilarating experience to put your body to the test and find that you can do more than you think you can! Continue reading →

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Highs and Lows of October

Posted on November 3, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Highs & Lows of October
October has been an incredibly action-packed month! Continue reading →

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