ss_blog_claim=85b237428a2cc565671d0785d20b3dad Mommy Enterprises - Work At Home Blog: September 2007
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Some Work At Home Humor


This is one of my favorites!

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


Need Some Extra Free Traffic?



I am always looking for ways to generate targeted FREE traffic. I was looking through my stats for one of my websites and seen that TrafficSwarm was the #1 referrer each month. Pretty impressive since I don't actively use TrafficSwarm. I joined quite some time ago and built up my referrals. Now when my referrals use the traffic program I accumulate more and more free traffic. I checked this morning and have almost 9,000 credits towards visits to my site.

This might be something you want to try out. I don't usually do the traffic exchange programs but this one is a little different in my opinion.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Help Grandma Get Some Game!
Got a senior in your family that needs a companion? Online dating site are not just for the younger crowd but for the seniors too! Say you have a grandma and she is lonely, send her over and help her setup a profile on a senior match making site and get her into the senior dating scene. Some may think they are too old to start over but let them know they are never "too old". I believe in enjoying life and sometimes it is hard to do when you have no one to enjoy life with. DatingForSeniors.com offers a free online dating service you can refer them to.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



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Today's Dot Com Deal - Marketing Graphics Pro
Below is today's Deal Of The Day. Today only, at DealDotCom you can get Marketing Graphics Pro for only $17.00. This program is supposed to help you increase your sales and opt-ins. You can read more about the program by clicking the image below:



Until Next Time
Stefani Partin

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Saturday, September 29, 2007
The New Gift Cards Coming Soon
Do you give gift cards for gifts? I know that I have gave them quite a few times. They make good gifts because it eliminates you having to decide what to buy for the person. The Visa gift cards also eliminate having to choose which store to buy the card from. The person receiving your gift will get to choose where they want to spend it.

GiftCardLab® will be launching a new gift card that you can customize. What does this mean? Well, you can upload photos, graphics or other art to be placed on your gift card. What grandparent wouldn't want to receive a gift card with their grandchildren on it. The Only Custom Gift Card – GiftCardLab.com officially will launch on November 15th but you can still join and upload your holiday gift card designs. They are currently holding a competition for $5,000 worth of prizes to the most popular designers.



Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Some Work At Home Humor

Too bad I don't like coffee. I prefer a Pepsi or Dr. Pepper for my daily dose of caffeine!

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


Having Problems Starting A Home Business?
For those of you looking to make money from home but don't have the money for startup costs you might consider taking a loan out to pay for the costs. Personal loans are a great way for those that have credit but no money, a way to get the funds they need to start working from home. If you own a home and looking to refinance, you could take a little extra for the startup costs too.

The benefits of taking a loan would be you would have to make smaller payments for repayment. These payments could be taken as a "tax write off" too considering they are business related. For those with mortgage loans, you could write off a portion of your monthly payment as well.

If you have no money, no credit you still can find the real "free opportunities" available online. Yes, they exist but finding the legitimates ones that make money are the hard part.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Friday, September 28, 2007
Need Help Writing?
If you are a student and have a paper to write and need help writing it you are in luck. Did you know there are services out there such as Custom-essay.org that will help? They offer essay writing, term papers, research papers and other writing assignments. On top of that, they offer editing and proofreading services as well. Don't worry, their assignments are 100% plagiarism free and you can unlimited revisions too!

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Some Work At Home Humor

Here is another cute cartoon you will enjoy!

Sometimes this is how I feel, LOL!

Enjoy

Stefani Partin


Protect Yourself In The UK!
If you are a home owner in the UK you will want to check out CIS. They offer affordable insurance for your home and you can purchase your home insurance online and save 10%. Their policies cover building, contents, travel and caravan. You can also mix and match your requirements to come up with your own policy that you can call yours.

CIS covers more then just your home. They can cover your vehicles too! They offer savings and investment services, life and health services, pensions, mortgages, banking and more! Visit the site today and request a quote.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



My Clixsense Stats
For those following my commissions with Clixsense, below is an email I received this morning.

Here are your personal ClixSense.com stats:
NAME: Stefani Partin
Total clicks you've made: 184
Your total earnings: $2.36
Your account balance: 10.34
Your affiliate earnings: $32.70
Number of referrals: 76

http://www.clixsense.com/?2145358

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Thursday, September 27, 2007
Give Them A Unique Teddy Bear!

Got little ones to buy for? How about an Alpaca Direct Teddy Bear? These bears are one of the softest teddy bears you can buy. They also can be warm and cuddly too! This could make a great unique gift for that special someone. Each bear is handmade by artisans in Southern Peru. Site offers free shipping and gift wrapping too!

Enjoy!
Stefani Partin



My Freebie Squidoo!
Earlier I posted that I was going to create a new page on Squidoo about freebies and that I did do. I think it took me less than a couple hours. I am not that hip with the program so it took me more time then if I knew how to work around the system already. I am happy with what I have got done and looking forward to seeing some referrals to my sites through this new page.

Wanna see?

http://www.squidoo.com/Freebie-Alert/

I welcome any suggestions you may have. I am no Squidoo expert and I am sure there is plenty of stuff I can add to make it a better squidoo lens.

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


The Law Blogs Love Celebs Too!

Yesterday I was just blogging on StefaniPartin.com about how people like to talk about the mistakes of the celebrities. Well even the law blogs like to talk about them too! Los Angeles Criminal Attorney Blog | California Criminal Defense Lawyers Forum has some pretty interesting posts including those of "Celebrity High Profile Cases". Just another place to learn something that you didn't know.

The picture is of Dmitry Gorin, a Professor at UCLA and Pepperdine Law School and the publisher of the blog.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin






Working On A New Squidoo
I have officially started creating a new lens on Squidoo. This page is going to be about how you can find free stuff online or should I say where to find the places that post freebies. I am creating this new page in hopes to drive new traffic to my freebie forum and freebie pages on my websites.

I will post the link to my new freebies page once I am done for you to view!

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Don't Forget About Blogrush!
Have a Blog? Join in and Get Massive Traffic. I told you about BlogRush before but now I am back to remind you to join. This new blogging network has only been going since Sept 15 and growing strong! You can see my widget in the side menu, yes the PINK one! They just offered different colors so I had to go with one of my favorites! This new blogging tool is going to help you increase your exposure for your blog!

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Some Work At Home Humor!

I thought you would enjoy this one! I think someone would be in trouble if this really happened.

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Thinking Of Becoming An Investment Advisor?
Do you want to be a "finance professional" such as an investment adviser? The Long Island Institute of Finance provides premier online testing programs for the industry. They also have affordable testing programs for the NASD too!

For those looking to become a investment adviser, you will be required to take the Series 65 Exam. The Long Island Institute can help you with this test. The offer the ESTI Complete Series 65 set that includes an interactive course textbook, drill & practice cd-rom, print chapter and final exams, glossary and more. This course has been created to ensure that students pass the Series 65 test on their first try.

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Thought You Would Enjoy This!

Now I would laugh my butt off if I seen something like this in real life. People do the strangest but funniest things!

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


Like to Role Play?
Now this is something cool for the Euro game players...

Have you heard of GameGoods.co.uk? It is one of Europe's leading website in the secondary market for MMORPGs (Massive(ly) multiplayer online role-playing game). The site allows users to trade currency, goods and services for multiplayer online roleplaying games. It also specializes in the biggest game of World Of Warcraft. It is also your source for Wow Gold!

Enjoy
Stefani Partin



Wordpress Problems
I was just trying to put together a post for my ReviewsByMommy site. I have been creating the post in DreamWeaver and then posting the code into Wordpress. It is much easier to create tables doing it this way. For some reason today, it did not want to work as I wanted to. I think I re-did the post at least 6 times before I said oh well, just leave it that way.

Anyone else have this problem? How do you create posts with tables?

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


What Is A Contract Bond?
Have you heard the word bond? Did you know there are different types of bonds. Today I am going to cover a contract bond. When you are involved in the construction/labor industry you will hear the term "contract bond" and need to know what it is all about.

A contract bond will guarantee the contractor will perform the work that they have agreed upon. This bond will guarantee they will pay their suppliers, subcontractors and laborers. If you are in the construction field or plan to involve yourself someday, you will want to learn the different laws, requirements, bonds need, etc.

Now out of a contract bond, there comes different types:
  • Bid Bond
  • Construction Bond
  • Maintenance Bond
  • Payment Bond
  • Site Improvement Bond
  • Subdivision Bond
  • Supply Bond
Sounds like a lot of bonds huh? Well certain bonds are required for certain things. It is like insuring everything that needs to be done. Now a contract bond is not the only surety bond out there. There are also commercial bonds, court bonds and then the fidelity bonds. You can learn about these different types of bonds by clicking here.

So did you learn anything?

Enjoy
Stefani Partin




Google Adsense Where Are You!
I keep checking my stats for Google Adsense to see that my payment for last month is in progress but no luck yet. Usually I receive my money before the 26th. I am hoping I will see it today! Anyone else wondering where there money is this month! I know it will be here, I am just getting impatient!

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Need More Space In Your Office?


Does your home office need help? How about an extra wall cabinet or two? CarGuyGarage has all sorts of stuff for your home. They have a wide selection of cabinets for your garage, workbenches, flooring, storage systems, shelving, tool boxes, tool chests and much more. If you need more space in your home you should really check this website out. I know I can find many gifts for my man here, all in one place.

Visit the website at www.carguygarage.com/

Enjoy
Stefani Partin


Are You a Natural Entrepreneur?



You Are a Natural Entrepreneur



You're creative, driven, and full of great ideas.

You could be the next Richard Branson, Warren Buffet, or Oprah.

Keep with your dreams, even if people don't understand or respect them.

Someday you'll have too much money to care what they think!



Planning An Exhibit?
Having a booth at an exhibit can be great exposure for your business. The Godfrey Group is your source for products to help you show off your business. They have custom trade show display, exhibit systems, table top displays, table runners, kiosks, light boxes, banner stands and more! If you are going to purchase a product, they offer free design services as well. While your there be sure to request a FREE Ideas Guide.



If you want to look professional, this is definitely the way to go! You can view their products and pictures by visiting: http://www.godfreygroup.com/our-products.php

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Have You Ever Spammed?
Today, Alice Seba asks her visitors if they have ever spammed! You won't believe the replies. View her blog post at:

http://www.internetmarketingsweetie.com/blog/2007/09/
tough-question-tuesday-have-you-ever.html

I even posted my response!!

Enjoy
Stefani


Great Christmas Gift For Your Child
Does your child love books? How about giving them a Personalized Christmas Story Book for Christmas? Identity Direct has over 500 personalized gifts for children. They have a popular book called "My Special Christmas Adventure" that over 50,000 children receive each year. The book is personalized with your child's name and takes them on a magical journey with Santa Claus.



Until Next Time
Stefani Partin



Reading A Report On Feedburner
I have been using FeedBurner since I started blogging. I don't know all of the benefits to using it but know that I do indeed burn each of my blog feeds and put up a link on my blog. I was reading Teli's blog and found a FREE report on Feedburner she has published. I have been reading it this morning and plan on finishing it up today! Hopefully I will gain a few tips on the way too!

If you are interested in reading "Beginner's Guide To Using and Building Traffic with Feedburner" by Teli Adlam, visit her blog post at: http://www.optiniche.com/blog/331/feedburner-report/

Enjoy
Stefani Partin

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Are You A Merchant?

For those of you merchants, do you have all the online merchant services that you need? First Data is an online provider for credit card machines, merchant accounts, credit card processing and more! They offer FREE software, FREE reprogramming and even more FREE services. They also advertise that they have Guaranteed Low Rates too!

For more information on First Data visit their website at: www.CardServiceSales.com

Until Next Time
Stefani Partin


Do You Twitter!
I joined Twitter months ago when I was referred by a friend. I forgot about it but keep hearing about it from the other work at home moms I network with. I decided to give it another shot and maybe have some fun with it. I even installed a plugin yesterday so I can Twitter from my Firefox browser.

So if you are a Twitter Bug too, I would love to see what you are doing too! Here is my Twitter link: http://twitter.com/mommye




    follow me on Twitter





    Enjoy
    Stefani Partin


    Monday, September 24, 2007
    Know Someone Away At College?
    Do you have a family member, friend or other loved one that is away at college? CookiesAmore sends college care packages. They can send a Best Wishes tin filled with cookies or maybe a bouquet full of yummy cookies. Not only do they send gifts to those in college, you can also send them to soilders or anyone else too! So if you are looking for a gift they have a variety of themes: patriotic gifts, Care Package, birthday gifts, good luck gifts, holiday gifts and more.

    I think a bouquet full of cookies for me sound GREAT!

    Enjoy

    Stefani Partin



    Teli Adlam's Interview About Blogging!
    I am a big fan of Teli Adlam of Optiniche.com. I bought her Wordpress software and created a few "niche" blogs of my own earlier this year. She was recently interviewed by Joseph Ratliff and shares some of her tips and secrets about blogging.

    Click here to listen or save the MP3 interview with Teli! Or you can view her blog at: http://www.optiniche.com/blog

    Until Next Time
    Stefani Partin


    Need A Business Card Reader?
    I must say, today is the first time I have seen a business card reader. I think they would come in handy for many people as many people in the "business" scene like to trade and collect business cards from their co-workers, contacts, classmates, etc. With the software Scan2Contacts you would place the business card into the business card reader and it is going to read the information on the card. It is going to scan the information it read and save it as a contact in Microsoft Outlook. The text data it reads is extracted and inserted into the appropriate contact fields, the image is also kept and attached. Got a ton of business cards, it only takes a few seconds per scan!



    Scan2Contacts will eliminate the need to manually type new leads into your Outlook program because it will create complete and accurate contact information for your lead in just seconds. I am not sure when I will be buying one of these but I am sure it will be on plenty of your Christmas wish lists! They even have portable business scanners for those of you always on the go. A great asset for the Outlook fanatics!

    Enjoy
    Stefani Partin




    Are You Good With Money?
    You Are Okay With Money

    You're about average with money, which means you probably don't have a lot of it.
    Your instincts tell you to stay out of debt and spend wisely...
    But you don't always listen to your instincts!
    With a little more effort, you could have a nice little nest egg. You just have to control your spending.
    Are You Good With Money?

    At least I am okay with money and not bad with it, LOL!

    Enjoy

    Stefani


    Earn Money Listing Ads





    I came across a pretty neat looking website with a pretty neat concept. It is a website that pays you the list ads. It is an online classified website with a variety of categories to choose from. Certain ad categories are available for cash rewards. You can also earn money by referring others to the this site too! The categories that are available for the pay per listing program are (Free Stuff, Stuff For Sale, Real Estate, Rentals & Vehicles) that are non-commercial. For each ad you list in one of these categories, you will receive $ .25 per listing. For those that like to list free stuff on Craigslist, you might want to post here and make money for it! You can login to the site and check how much you are making any any time.


    Another neat thing about this website is they offer FREE video ads. You can now add video classifieds to your ads you post. How cool is that? Now for the link to the site: www.listasaurus.com

    Just another way to make some extra cash! I think I will join today and post a couple ads to see how the site works and see if I can get some free exposure too!

    Enjoy
    Stefani Partin



    Looking For Products To Review
    I haven't decided how many times per day I am going to update my ReviewsByMommy.com site but I want to make sure it is at least once per day. I want to review unique products that will grab the visitors attention and make them want to buy and bookmark my site.

    Do you own a site that sells mommy or baby stuff? Actually little kid stuff too, like toys or books or such. I have a small amount of stuff to review but need to make sure I have enough in my lineup to keep my site going. If you have something you think I might want to review, please visit http://reviewsbymommy.com/?page_id=4

    Until Next Time
    Stefani Partin


    Sunday, September 23, 2007
    An Affiliate Program
    Looking for another affiliate program to add to your site make money online with? XYZBikes.com offers a free affiliate program where you can promote cruiser and beach cruiser bikes. As a member of the affiliate program you are provided with banners to place on your website. When a visitor clicks on the banner and makes a purchase with XYZBikes, you will earn a 5% commission on the purchase. Christmas is coming and it is now time to start setting your site up with programs that will make you money when the holiday shopping comes into play.

    Until Next Time
    Stefani Partin



    Reviews By Mommy
    I just launched a new mommy blog this morning. This new blog will focus on product reviews of products for babies, toddlers, children and mommies! If you have a product you think you want reviewed, be sure to contact me through the site.

    My new blog is located at:

    http://www.ReviewsByMommy.com

    Enjoy
    Stefani


    Learn To Dance
    Have you always wanted to learn how to dance? What is stopping you when you can learn from the comfort of your own home. DanceCrazy has all sorts of videos on a variety of dancing styles. You may want to learn Salsa, ballroom dance, swing dancing, waltz dancing, line dancing and more! If you have no rhythm now you can start learning. Then in little or no time you can be out on the dance floor showing everyone your new moves. They also offer instruction videos for dance workouts and even pilates. Don't forget to check out the hip hop section too!

    Enjoy

    Stefani Partin

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    It was fun
    My trip to the circus yesterday ended up to be a really FUN one. I actually posted about it in my other blog. So instead of posting it again, I am just going to send you there. Here is the link: http://stefanipartin.com/?p=240

    Enjoy
    Stefani

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    Saturday, September 22, 2007
    Have You Joined Direct Matches?

    I was curious if you have joined Direct Matches yet? I think I have been a member over a year now and very happy with the business networking service they provide. It has given me LOTS of new contacts for my business and FREE traffic to my websites. It is FREE too with a paid membership to the site as well. If you have something to promote, you will definitely want to make sure that you are a member and have a profile listed with all your information. For those that don't know, Direct Matches is similar to Myspace but for business people and entrepreneurs to expand their business with over 65,000 members . See, unlike Myspace, you can create a profile with all your website, home business opp or whatever other information you want to display on your profile. I setup a profile on Myspace for MommyEnterprises.com and they have deleted it twice. I have gave up with a business profile for that site now.

    On top of them offering the business networking on the site, they also have an opportunity to make money when you are on the paid level. Always a way to make some extra money going around! If interested, here is a link to my profile on their website: http://www.directmatches.com/profiles/stefanipartin

    Until Next Time

    Stefani Partin


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    Going To The Circus!



    Today it will be a little quiet on my blog this morning. I am getting to go to the Barnum & Baily Circus here in town this morning. I will be back later to tell you about it!

    Until Next Time
    Stefani


    Friday, September 21, 2007
    Someone Should Have Thought Of This Sooner!
    I just read this morning about a new FREE mobile marketing service from GoLiveMobile! This is a service like the good ole "Wikipedia" service but available through your cell phone. With this service you would send a text message query to a 5 digit number. You will then receive a link that will take you to the information you are looking for. This would save you from having to go all over the web for what you are looking for. All queries must be sent to the number 23907 and have a web browser available on your phone.

    Sounds interesting and useful huh?

    Until Next Time
    Stefani Partin


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    Another Blog Coming Soon
    I love blogging and have been making some decent extra money doing it lately. I see many review websites by moms and wanted to create something of the sort. I decided my first thing would be to find a cute domain. The first thing I thought of was already taken. I found a really good one on my second try and hurried to buy it.

    My new site will be reviews for moms and called www.ReviewsByMommy.com

    Today, I will be looking for a template to start off with. Then maybe in time have one created for me once the blog picks up. I already think I might have found one I want to use.

    Keep your eye out!

    Stefani Partin

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    Need A Loan


    Want to start a business but don't have any cash for a startup. EzUnSecuredLoan.com may be your answer if you are looking for Business Loans. From the rumors around, they have an easy process, they fund fast and provide great service. Luckily I have the type of work at home job where I don't really need a loan, but there are many out there with dreams of a business that actually needs CASH to start it with.

    They provide more then just business loans. They are also a source for credit cards, loans, lines of credit and more. If you have no collateral you can still apply and you can do so online too!


    Until Next Time
    Stefani Partin

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    Thursday, September 20, 2007
    A Few Blogs I Have Found
    I have been blog browsing lately. Since I installed the BlogRush widget I have been looking at other blogs looking for some new blogs to bookmark. Below is a few I have found recently and added:

    Happy Mommy Thoughts

    LittleMummy.com

    Gadget Girl

    Until Next Time
    Stefani

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    Spice Up Your Myspace Page
    I am always looking for something to add to my MySpace page. I like to give it a new look at least once per week. Who wants to keep visiting a page that looks the same all the time? Quibblo is a free site that offers an easy tool to create & post MySpace quizzes, surveys and other polls in their MySpace pages. You can either create your own or use one that has already been created by someone else.




    Until Next Time
    Stefani

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    Fun Visitor Poll
    Now, I spend too much time online. I have created the poll below to see how much my visitors spend online. Feel free to submit your answer and see the results after. It is amazing how much time everyone is surfing the internet! Probably when they are supposed to be working.




    Get your own Poll!

    Enjoy

    Stefani Partin


    Wednesday, September 19, 2007
    Looking For Party Supplies?
    Having a party and need supplies? PartyPail might be the answer. Are you having a baby shower or know someone that might? Party Pail has some cute baby shower themes that you might be interested in checking out. I think it is easier to buy party supplies online then go to the store and try to find everything that matches.

    I really like their Precious Moments theme. Check out the picture below:

    See how you can get everything like the invitations, plates, cups, centerpiece and it all matches. This stuff is so adorable I just may have to use it at my baby shower!

    Until Next Time
    Stefani

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    DealDotCom - Signup FREE

    If you are an internet marketer you will want to signup for DealDotCom. DealDotCom.com is a new website that has all the Internet Marketing products you really want and need at LOW prices. Kinda like a QVC for internet marketing products. I just joined today but they officially launched Sept 18.

    If you have a product to promote, be sure to check out how to get your product listed. There are a ton of affiliates waiting to advertise your product to make themselves some extra commission.

    Join DealDotcom as a customer/affiliate FREE at:
    http://www.dealdotcom.com/invite/10615/

    Until Next Time
    Stefani



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    Spoil Your Kitty!



    Do you spoil your cat? The Gilded Paw has some of the most precious items for your cat or dog. If you have a cat you would love or already spoil, be sure to check out their selection of fancy cat collars. For your cat they also have cat beds, furniture, treats, toys, carriers, charms, apparel, grooming stuff and more.

    Don't worry if you have a dog and not a cat because they have some cute stuff for dogs in their dog boutique too! They even have a section for the "Big Dogs". Before you leave their site, be sure to check out their pet photo gallery. There are some really cute pictures of some doggies there!

    Until Next Time
    Stefani

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    The Tough Gets Better
    I am happy to say my broken water problem in my back yard is fixed. The man and a friend of his busted their butt yesterday for hours fixing the problem. Luckily they had the concrete broke up and access to the broke pipe when the water company came out. The water guy even helped fix the problem which I wasn't expecting. I thought it was going to be a bigger problem then it was because when the water company came out, they couldn't figure out how to turn the water off. I guess their diagram where my shutoff valve was, was wrong. I am above my next door neighbor so my problem created a little bit of a muddy mess in their back yard. We made sure to let them know we were sorry for our mess and they didn't have a problem with it.

    So I feel better today, no more house problems for now!

    Stefani

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    Tuesday, September 18, 2007
    Free Backup Service?


    Do you backup your important data on your computer? If not, you really should. If you have anything important on your computer, you will always want to make sure you have an extra copy. IDrive-E is a online backup service that offers free encrypted backup service for you up to 2GB. Or if you need more space they offer unlimited storage for only $4.95 per month. The service is very easy to use and is also fast and secure.

    If you have a small business, this might be the perfect service for you! Imagine saving all your important data for your business for only $4.95/month. You can't beat it!

    Until Next Time
    Stefani

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    When The Going Gets Tough
    I hate problems that revolve around the word "house". Now that I am a home owner I am responsible for fixing my own problems. I would say the benefits of living in an apartment or renting from someone is when it breaks, it isn't your problem. Well anyhow my water main has broke and water is kinda flooding in my back yard. I am currently waiting for the water company to come out and how me how to turn it off. We found the manhole named "Water" but don't see a shut off valve.

    Hopefully my day won't go any worse!

    Stefani

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