Today, I launched a website for those looking for places and people to connect with that can help them start a business or just make some extra money online. Several months in the making researching, subscribing to newsletters, joining programs, finding coaching, and purchasing products, I found a passion. Some say obsession.
The main focus of Online Work Reviews will be reporting and sharing my views on income producing opportunities via the Internet. Some I have found and others found me. The choices are endless, sometimes confusing, and just far too complicated for beginners. Others aren't.
Along the way, I finally found the secret for success; FOCUS... find one or two great things that you can be passionate about and follow through. It all started here with blogging and I have a long way to go...In the meantime, if you ever have any comments or would like to tell me what you'd like to see here, just let me know.
Until next post,
Gabby
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Laser Eye Surgery Worked For Me
Recently in the news was a story about failed laser eye surgeries. The results are as unique as the patient. As a recipient of laser eye surgery, also known as lasik, the procedure worked extremely well for me and still does years later. Do your homework first to help make it a worthwhile experience. Things to do if you are considering laser eye surgery:
- Research the procedures - know what is being done.
- Verify you are a candidate with an ophthalmologist - a good one will tell if you are not.
- Know the side effects - most everyone is different.
- Evaluate the risk versus reward - are you willing to forfeit nearsightedness to see far?
- Confidence with office staff and ophthalmologist - do they make you feel comfortable?
- Know what to do if you have complications - minor and major.
There are plenty or resources available about the procedures both on and offline for consumers. As in any medical procedure, the patient needs to be as responsible as the health care provider. If side effects of the lasik operation has complications, the patient needs to seek his doctors help immediately to correct those problems. Thorough follow-up examinations should identify problems and correction, if possible, be made. For a look at the procedure itself, check out this site I found.
Overall, it was the best thing I could have done for me. As with Tiger Woods, I wish I had done it sooner.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Autism Awareness
Kudos to my area media stations that have joined together to bring awareness to the public about Autism. Their coverage and featured families touched my heart.
Although, it has been years, I often wondered if my toddlers' behavior might have been victim to autism. Seemingly exceptionally bright, her uncontrollable tantrums out of nowhere, and obsession with counting, sometimes left me perplexed. I was fortunate enough to only have experienced the terrible twos early. But for many, the families of autistic children are often falsely informed about behavioral treatments and misdiagnosed. Early intervention seems to be critical.
There are new guidelines now that screening be done between 18-24 months old, although some autistic children are diagnosed between the ages of two and three years most are not diagnosed until age four. I always was fearful of the possibility during those early years.
Autistic children often have trouble with verbal and non-verbal communications, social interactions, and may not be affectionate with others. Mine did not have any of the signals, she was very verbal, in fact, I swear she could read when she was two years old. However, she had a real problem with social interaction with her peers and any environmental changes. Perhaps because she was an only child in an all adult environment. At age two she literally failed the day care social environment and I was advised to give her 6 months to try again.
The symptoms of the disorder affecting the brain vary widely, two children with the same diagnosis may act quite differently and have different skills.
I'm not sure if the fact that we acquired our first family puppy when she was age three could have been an intuitive intervention or not, but like most autistic children, she related very well to our dog. An estimated one out of 150 children has a disorder related to autism according to a 2007 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and a growing number of parents are looking to service dogs to provide protection and companionship for their children.
More than 24,000 children will be diagnosed this year in the US alone. There are many success stories that involved early diagnoses, intervention, and constant communications. There is still so much unknown and more to be done to understand and combat this disorder. Ironically, just this week, a court ruled in a case of a possible vaccine connection between childhood vaccines and autism. A unique but rare situation associated with the disorder.
The Autism Society of America publishes a newsletter, sends monthly emails, and maintains a good website where parents can get information. Another good site which is being promoted by our local media is AutismSpeaks.
Although, it has been years, I often wondered if my toddlers' behavior might have been victim to autism. Seemingly exceptionally bright, her uncontrollable tantrums out of nowhere, and obsession with counting, sometimes left me perplexed. I was fortunate enough to only have experienced the terrible twos early. But for many, the families of autistic children are often falsely informed about behavioral treatments and misdiagnosed. Early intervention seems to be critical.
There are new guidelines now that screening be done between 18-24 months old, although some autistic children are diagnosed between the ages of two and three years most are not diagnosed until age four. I always was fearful of the possibility during those early years.
Autistic children often have trouble with verbal and non-verbal communications, social interactions, and may not be affectionate with others. Mine did not have any of the signals, she was very verbal, in fact, I swear she could read when she was two years old. However, she had a real problem with social interaction with her peers and any environmental changes. Perhaps because she was an only child in an all adult environment. At age two she literally failed the day care social environment and I was advised to give her 6 months to try again.
The symptoms of the disorder affecting the brain vary widely, two children with the same diagnosis may act quite differently and have different skills.
I'm not sure if the fact that we acquired our first family puppy when she was age three could have been an intuitive intervention or not, but like most autistic children, she related very well to our dog. An estimated one out of 150 children has a disorder related to autism according to a 2007 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and a growing number of parents are looking to service dogs to provide protection and companionship for their children.
More than 24,000 children will be diagnosed this year in the US alone. There are many success stories that involved early diagnoses, intervention, and constant communications. There is still so much unknown and more to be done to understand and combat this disorder. Ironically, just this week, a court ruled in a case of a possible vaccine connection between childhood vaccines and autism. A unique but rare situation associated with the disorder.
The Autism Society of America publishes a newsletter, sends monthly emails, and maintains a good website where parents can get information. Another good site which is being promoted by our local media is AutismSpeaks.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
An Ugly Day
I am not used to experiencing ugly days very often where I reside, so today I can call it downright ugly. Can the weather really affect our feelings? I have had sad thoughts. Loved ones gone, kids grown up, and good times gone by. Can the weather really affect our emotions?
Although scientists and my doctors have nothing to prove it, I know for a fact that bad weather affects my knees. Is it common when the skies are rainy and gray, so are our thoughts and feelings? Well today I feel sad and can only blame the weather. Tomorrow should be better, the weather man says it will be...if you can believe the weather man.
Although scientists and my doctors have nothing to prove it, I know for a fact that bad weather affects my knees. Is it common when the skies are rainy and gray, so are our thoughts and feelings? Well today I feel sad and can only blame the weather. Tomorrow should be better, the weather man says it will be...if you can believe the weather man.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
You Tube, Hulu, and Me
Today, I have been on line most of the day, it all started with checking the Blogger Buzz and taking a look at the new videos put up on You Tube. One thing led to another and before you know it, I now have an account with You Tube. Great alternative tool for those of us who spend hours reading tutorials. I also checked out Hulu.com to see what the buzz was on the movie viewing scene. Nice, too. It's pretty cool and I recommend it to any movie or TV enthusiasts. I spent too much time there, but this is all contributing to my learning goals. As I spend countless hours of this new found hobby, when will it be time for me to give up the newbie title? From what I have read, it's a title I should ditch but there is so much to learn. Mind you, I didn't even know what a blog was in January. Every other day, I strive to learn something new and at that rate it will take my lifetime. More later on my web adventures.
Happy St. Patrick's Day.
Happy St. Patrick's Day.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Jim Carey as Horton
After a long day at work, finally something to smile about. Watching American Idol tonight, what a hoot it was to see Jim Carey in a Horton costume promoting the movie opening of Horton Hears a Who. Ding, the bell went off in my head for costume design. Can't wait to see the movie for more ideas.
Many animated movies produce the years hottest costumes. Horton and the Whos will obviously be favorites this year. Here is a list of more movie releases projected for 2008 with great costume potential.
- KungFu Panda promises some unique jungle critters.
- Incredible Hulk
- Wall-E - animated robots with personality
- Space Chimps
- Madagascar
- Harry Potter
Only time will tell which one will be most popular this year.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
2008 Year of the Blogger
I found an interesting article during my browsing from The Wall Street Journal about blogging that I thought was extremely interesting and wanted to share.
I am conquering my internet fears one step at time and having a blast doing it. The past two weeks, have been productive for me, creating blogs, affiliate accounts, and my own web store. I love this new venture. All are work in progress and I've made mistakes along the way. I can't find enough time to take advantage of all the opportunity the internet offers. How do I begin to decide when too much information is enough. With all the gurus out there, it's a bit intimidating and looks like I have lots to learn.
With help, I've learned how to include search bars, ads, pictures, and video to my blog, I am so proud. This community is willing to offer help, you are fantastic. With baby steps, I am beginning to understand WYSIWYG and take advantage of all the resources available that are free. The tutorials on Google are great too.
My social network professional forum has been extremely helpful including the 697 emails in two days. There seems to be no end as to what is available, free or for a price.
I hope to find my niche soon and make 2008 my year of the blog. Thanks again to all for your continued support. You know who you are. Until next time.
I am conquering my internet fears one step at time and having a blast doing it. The past two weeks, have been productive for me, creating blogs, affiliate accounts, and my own web store. I love this new venture. All are work in progress and I've made mistakes along the way. I can't find enough time to take advantage of all the opportunity the internet offers. How do I begin to decide when too much information is enough. With all the gurus out there, it's a bit intimidating and looks like I have lots to learn.
With help, I've learned how to include search bars, ads, pictures, and video to my blog, I am so proud. This community is willing to offer help, you are fantastic. With baby steps, I am beginning to understand WYSIWYG and take advantage of all the resources available that are free. The tutorials on Google are great too.
My social network professional forum has been extremely helpful including the 697 emails in two days. There seems to be no end as to what is available, free or for a price.
I hope to find my niche soon and make 2008 my year of the blog. Thanks again to all for your continued support. You know who you are. Until next time.
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