Tag Archives: thoughts tips and tales

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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Wonder Why?

Posted on July 12, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Everyone thinks about certain things in life and speculates why they’re done.  Here are  some of the things I wonder about (you’ll notice none of them are deep or terribly important…). If you know the reasons behind any of them, … Continue reading →

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Why I Love Personal Blogging

Posted on July 11, 2014 by blogqueendiane

My full-time job involves running a corporate communications blog that provides work-related information to employees around the world, and I enjoy it. But writing a personal blog is a lot more entertaining! The reasons I enjoy personal blogging are: 1) … Continue reading →

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15 Bucket List / Lifetime Goals Achieved So Far: The Dream vs. the Reality

Posted on July 10, 2014 by blogqueendiane

When you’re a child and a 20-something, you dream of doing many things during your life. Although you don’t formally label it a bucket list — or a lifetime goal — that’s what it is. What childhood and early adult dreams … Continue reading →

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My Bucket List

Posted on July 9, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Was reading today about “bucket lists” and found a lot of great resources online with ideas of things to include on your “lifetime goal” list. Check this compilation of bucket lists at http://bucketlistjourney.net/2011/07/45-inspiring-bucket-lists-that-i-stalk. Here are some items on my bucket … Continue reading →

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Cherished Childhood Friends Provide a Reason to Keep Blogging

Posted on July 8, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I got the most unexpected and sweet email message last night from R, a childhood friend. Some background: R and her family lived in a house across the alley from my family’s house all the years I did, from the … Continue reading →

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Twenty of the Best Bargains of My Life

Posted on July 6, 2014 by blogqueendiane

I’ve always been an avid shopper – starting at the age of ten. My mom and sister and I would go to the big department stores in downtown Pittsburgh and split up and meet in a few hours. The stores … Continue reading →

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