Home & Garden Retreats Tips & Tricks
GARDEN Bulbs and TubersAfter your Amaryllis has finished blooming, remove the spent blooms andplace the bulb in a pot in a sunny window. Usually March is a good monthto do this. Water only when dry. In June plant outdoors (leave Amaryllis inthe pot) in a sunny location in your garden.March is the time to plant your Begonia tubers in a pot and place by awindow. Water when dry. The tubers should sprout within 3 to 4 weeks.Plant outdoors when threat of frost is over, usually the last week of May.
HOME Environmentally friendly cleaning tipsRemove salt stains from boots and shoesWet a paper towel with white vinegar and apply to stain area. Allow to dry,clean area with water and allow to dry. Polish and spray with a multiprotector (made for shoes and boots).Clean a vaseRemove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase; fill with hot waterand drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets. Wait twenty minutes and rinse.Clean a thermos bottleFill the bottle with hot water, drop in four Alka Seltzer tablets, and letsoakfor an hour (or longer, if necessary) and rinse.Unclog a drainClear the sink drain by dropping three Alka Seltzer tablets down thedrain followed by a cup of white vinegar. Wait a few minutes, and then run the hot water.
For more tips, check out our website at http://www.hgretreats.com click onTimely Tips to see more tips that come up in the month they apply to. Remember, spring is just around the corner, so hang in there!Barbara DonnellyHome & Garden Retreatshttp://www.hgretreats.com[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
60% Of Small Business Owners At Risk Of Losing Their Domain Name...
60% Of Small Business Owners At Risk Of Losing Their Domain Name...
There can be some nasty business hiding beneath offers of "free domain name included" or "comes with a free domain name". In fact, I've had a few clients (and some very high profile ones) lose their domain name and have to start over with a brand new web address.
Your domain name (your web address, e.g. www.piggybanktechnology.com) is an important business asset. Imagine what would happen if you lost control of that web address and someone else legally put up a site with less than desireable content? That would cause significant harm to your business. Not to mention the lost business from visitors trying to go to a lost domain.
"But I have a web guy I trust!" I don't care if it's a trusted web guy or a close family member. What if they get "hit by a bus"? The point is that your domain name is an important business asset and as such you should have clear ownership and control of it.
What You Need To Know About Domain Registering
All domain names are registered and controlled by companies called "Domain Registrars". Just like people buying houses have to have their contact information on file with a Land Registrar, you need to have your domain name on file with a domain registrar.
You should have your own log-in ID and password for the website of a domain registrar where your domain name is on file. If you're missing either step 1 or Step 2 above, you're at RISK.
Perhaps you think dealing with your domain name registry information is too difficult? It may be. However, any good web person who currently does control your domain name should be more than happy to help you get set-up properly.
Where To Get Help
If you're not sure where to turn to for help, give us a call...we're happy to help you get your domain name issues sorted out for no charge because we've seen far too many small business owners be harmed by losing control of their domain names.
The Piggybank is the world's most efficient machine—it runs on gravity! And that's how our businesses should run—with the fewest moving parts necessary. The Gravity Newsletter delivers practical do-right-now insights to make your business work as well as a Piggybank.
(705) 792-7155www.PiggybankTechnology.com
©2008 Piggybank Technology Tell them you found this on Mr. Bob's Blog.
There can be some nasty business hiding beneath offers of "free domain name included" or "comes with a free domain name". In fact, I've had a few clients (and some very high profile ones) lose their domain name and have to start over with a brand new web address.
Your domain name (your web address, e.g. www.piggybanktechnology.com) is an important business asset. Imagine what would happen if you lost control of that web address and someone else legally put up a site with less than desireable content? That would cause significant harm to your business. Not to mention the lost business from visitors trying to go to a lost domain.
"But I have a web guy I trust!" I don't care if it's a trusted web guy or a close family member. What if they get "hit by a bus"? The point is that your domain name is an important business asset and as such you should have clear ownership and control of it.
What You Need To Know About Domain Registering
All domain names are registered and controlled by companies called "Domain Registrars". Just like people buying houses have to have their contact information on file with a Land Registrar, you need to have your domain name on file with a domain registrar.
You should have your own log-in ID and password for the website of a domain registrar where your domain name is on file. If you're missing either step 1 or Step 2 above, you're at RISK.
Perhaps you think dealing with your domain name registry information is too difficult? It may be. However, any good web person who currently does control your domain name should be more than happy to help you get set-up properly.
Where To Get Help
If you're not sure where to turn to for help, give us a call...we're happy to help you get your domain name issues sorted out for no charge because we've seen far too many small business owners be harmed by losing control of their domain names.
The Piggybank is the world's most efficient machine—it runs on gravity! And that's how our businesses should run—with the fewest moving parts necessary. The Gravity Newsletter delivers practical do-right-now insights to make your business work as well as a Piggybank.
(705) 792-7155www.PiggybankTechnology.com
©2008 Piggybank Technology Tell them you found this on Mr. Bob's Blog.
Simple Steps To Managing Your Workplace
Simple Steps To Managing Your Workspace
I'm honoured to be the featured Speaker at this month's Barrie Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast. It's this Thursday (March 6) and I'd love to see you there. Click here for more information.
Planning For You??
Planning is one of the most important things you can do for becoming organized. It is a skill and something you get better at as you practice it.
Plan your day on paper for both home and the office. Create a To Do list with the specific tasks that need to be completed. And plan out how much time you will need to do them. Prioritize what items are the most important to get done first. When I give priority to clearing those things out of the way that I don’t like to do. I work on saving the best for last. Just one solution to avoid procrastinating. It’s easy to use the excuse that now I’m too tired, because we all know that we make time for the things we enjoy.
And now √check it off your list. Enjoy the sense of accomplishment.
Plan your meals. Once you determine what you are going to have for dinner for the week, you can make a list and pick up all of your needed groceries well ahead of time.You can schedule the meals that take a little bit longer to prepare, on those evenings when your schedule is not too full, and schedule quick meals on those nights when you have a limited amount of time.
Set goals and deadlinesOnce you come up with your goals, simplify them by breaking them into mini-goals, with a deadline for each. Watch your time. Again, schedule how much time you feel is required to complete each task. Set timer to keep you on track.
If you know you’re doing the most important things for you that cuts out a whole lot of potential guilt and worry. I stress important to you…this is your list of things. It only matters what you value as important to you and your family.
Margaret combines her training and expertise as a Professional Organizer and Home Stager to show you how to make the most of your home and your home office.
Margaret Harlos, Professional Organizer
705.431.7774www.livingorganized.ca
Copyright 2008 Living Organized
I'm honoured to be the featured Speaker at this month's Barrie Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast. It's this Thursday (March 6) and I'd love to see you there. Click here for more information.
Planning For You??
Planning is one of the most important things you can do for becoming organized. It is a skill and something you get better at as you practice it.
Plan your day on paper for both home and the office. Create a To Do list with the specific tasks that need to be completed. And plan out how much time you will need to do them. Prioritize what items are the most important to get done first. When I give priority to clearing those things out of the way that I don’t like to do. I work on saving the best for last. Just one solution to avoid procrastinating. It’s easy to use the excuse that now I’m too tired, because we all know that we make time for the things we enjoy.
And now √check it off your list. Enjoy the sense of accomplishment.
Plan your meals. Once you determine what you are going to have for dinner for the week, you can make a list and pick up all of your needed groceries well ahead of time.You can schedule the meals that take a little bit longer to prepare, on those evenings when your schedule is not too full, and schedule quick meals on those nights when you have a limited amount of time.
Set goals and deadlinesOnce you come up with your goals, simplify them by breaking them into mini-goals, with a deadline for each. Watch your time. Again, schedule how much time you feel is required to complete each task. Set timer to keep you on track.
If you know you’re doing the most important things for you that cuts out a whole lot of potential guilt and worry. I stress important to you…this is your list of things. It only matters what you value as important to you and your family.
Margaret combines her training and expertise as a Professional Organizer and Home Stager to show you how to make the most of your home and your home office.
Margaret Harlos, Professional Organizer
705.431.7774www.livingorganized.ca
Copyright 2008 Living Organized
Monday, March 3, 2008
Mr. Bob's Member Rides to Conquer Cancer - Good Luck Chris
Hi Everyone
On June 20 - 22, 2008, I'll be participating in a 2-day major cycling event called The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret, one of the top 5 cancer research hospitals in the world.
I'll be cycling over 200 kilometres that weekend, from Toronto to Niagara Falls, with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to The Princess Margaret to support cancer research, treatment, and services. The Princess Margaret is Canada's leading comprehensive institution devoted to cancer research and care, and the work they're doing is leading-edge.
I've agreed to raise at least $2,500, but I've set my personal goal to $5000.00. So here's where you come in, because I need your help to do that. Could you please consider making a donation of $100? Use the link at the bottom of this email to go visit my webpage, and please take the time to support me.
Please keep in mind the commitment I'm making to end this heartbreaking disease and the personal efforts I'll have to make to accomplish this.When I say "heartbreaking," here's what I mean: according to the National Cancer Institute of Canada, over 153,100 new cases of cancer and 70,400 deaths from cancer were estimated to occur in 2006.
Men outnumber women for new cases by 5% and mortality by 11%. That's why I'm riding. To do something BIG about cancer. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.
Thank you in advance for your generosity & please check my personal page at www.conquercancer.com.Sincerely,Chris Carlton
Click here to visit my personal page.
If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can visit the web address:http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Toronto2008?
px=1541260&pg=personal&fr_id=1201&et=EnDwHMeJcnpc1x8JOjRUCg..&s_tafId=96481
On June 20 - 22, 2008, I'll be participating in a 2-day major cycling event called The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret, one of the top 5 cancer research hospitals in the world.
I'll be cycling over 200 kilometres that weekend, from Toronto to Niagara Falls, with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to The Princess Margaret to support cancer research, treatment, and services. The Princess Margaret is Canada's leading comprehensive institution devoted to cancer research and care, and the work they're doing is leading-edge.
I've agreed to raise at least $2,500, but I've set my personal goal to $5000.00. So here's where you come in, because I need your help to do that. Could you please consider making a donation of $100? Use the link at the bottom of this email to go visit my webpage, and please take the time to support me.
Please keep in mind the commitment I'm making to end this heartbreaking disease and the personal efforts I'll have to make to accomplish this.When I say "heartbreaking," here's what I mean: according to the National Cancer Institute of Canada, over 153,100 new cases of cancer and 70,400 deaths from cancer were estimated to occur in 2006.
Men outnumber women for new cases by 5% and mortality by 11%. That's why I'm riding. To do something BIG about cancer. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.
Thank you in advance for your generosity & please check my personal page at www.conquercancer.com.Sincerely,Chris Carlton
Click here to visit my personal page.
If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can visit the web address:http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Toronto2008?
px=1541260&pg=personal&fr_id=1201&et=EnDwHMeJcnpc1x8JOjRUCg..&s_tafId=96481
Free Tickets for "Your Health, Your Choice" by Richard DuBois, MD
A Juice Plus+ Health Education Seminar
presents
"YOUR HEALTH, YOUR CHOICE" featuring Richard DuBois, MD
I am very passionate about this speaker because he tells it like it is. Click here to see more about the 'Doctor's Doctor'. Please join us Friday March 28th 2008 at 7:30 pm
Nipissing Room (Village Entrance)Village Conference Centre, Blue Mountain Resorts, Collingwood, Ontario
For Complimentary Tickets (seating is limited and only ticket holders get in) please call Christina Calvert @ (705) 627-8721 and I will get the tickets to you.
Location: Collingwood Fee:For more information or complimentary tickets, please contact Christina Calvert @ 705-627-8721 or Click Here
presents
"YOUR HEALTH, YOUR CHOICE" featuring Richard DuBois, MD
I am very passionate about this speaker because he tells it like it is. Click here to see more about the 'Doctor's Doctor'. Please join us Friday March 28th 2008 at 7:30 pm
Nipissing Room (Village Entrance)Village Conference Centre, Blue Mountain Resorts, Collingwood, Ontario
For Complimentary Tickets (seating is limited and only ticket holders get in) please call Christina Calvert @ (705) 627-8721 and I will get the tickets to you.
Location: Collingwood Fee:For more information or complimentary tickets, please contact Christina Calvert @ 705-627-8721 or Click Here
Win Two Tickets The International Anti Aging Show in Toronto
Win Two Tickets The International Anti Aging Show in Toronto
In order to win you must visit click here view my web site and by providing your contact info on the web it will give me info to make contact with you.
Pleases read my Bio and look at the phenominal products we have that are making differences in peoples lives.
If you are the successful winner please visit me at the antiaging show booth 113 and 115 NHTGLOBAL for a free face lift.
The contest will close March, 5, 2008 at midnight. I will be contacting the winner thursday March 6th. Thank You Disclaimer:
Your contact information will be used for this event Go to Member's Webpage
In order to win you must visit click here view my web site and by providing your contact info on the web it will give me info to make contact with you.
Pleases read my Bio and look at the phenominal products we have that are making differences in peoples lives.
If you are the successful winner please visit me at the antiaging show booth 113 and 115 NHTGLOBAL for a free face lift.
The contest will close March, 5, 2008 at midnight. I will be contacting the winner thursday March 6th. Thank You Disclaimer:
Your contact information will be used for this event Go to Member's Webpage
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Experience A MasterMind Prayer Group...
Experience A MasterMind Prayer Group...
Experience the power of a MasterMind prayer group this Sunday and learn the Unity prayer method in 3 easy steps.
You're invited to what's sure to be another great service with practical techniques for taking life to the next level. So come as you are and and enjoy a transformational hour...
Dig Deeper and Deepen Your Understanding...Starting this Sunday, the service will focus more on the message and will be more interactive with discussion time.
When: Sunday March 2 @ 10:30 AM (1st and 3rd Sundays each month)Where: Huronia Arts Academy (25 Toronto Street) (Click here for Google map)
Lots of parking is available just around the corner at the "Spirit Catcher" parking lot.
Make new, like-minded friends...There's an informal chit-chat with coffee, juice and cookies after the service to give us a chance to meet other like-minded people and make friends.
Kids are welcome! While the "grown ups" are doing their thing, the kids will have a watchful eye and directed play/activity time.
Questions? Call (705) 812-0865
“If you enjoy watching Oprah or the writings of people like Eckhart Tolle, Stephen Covey, Louise Hays, Deepak Chopra, you’ll enjoy a Unity Service.”
Experience the power of a MasterMind prayer group this Sunday and learn the Unity prayer method in 3 easy steps.
You're invited to what's sure to be another great service with practical techniques for taking life to the next level. So come as you are and and enjoy a transformational hour...
Dig Deeper and Deepen Your Understanding...Starting this Sunday, the service will focus more on the message and will be more interactive with discussion time.
When: Sunday March 2 @ 10:30 AM (1st and 3rd Sundays each month)Where: Huronia Arts Academy (25 Toronto Street) (Click here for Google map)
Lots of parking is available just around the corner at the "Spirit Catcher" parking lot.
Make new, like-minded friends...There's an informal chit-chat with coffee, juice and cookies after the service to give us a chance to meet other like-minded people and make friends.
Kids are welcome! While the "grown ups" are doing their thing, the kids will have a watchful eye and directed play/activity time.
Questions? Call (705) 812-0865
“If you enjoy watching Oprah or the writings of people like Eckhart Tolle, Stephen Covey, Louise Hays, Deepak Chopra, you’ll enjoy a Unity Service.”
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