I wrecked my nails catching up with housework

I have visitors coming - I'm really looking forward to seeing them because they're bringing my newest great-niece (I really can't believe I'm that old!). So, with a new baby coming to visit, I thought it only right to scrub the house from top to bottom. I don't want to send her home with some dreadful infection or other!
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My nails have seen better days - they've been abused by washing dishes, washing windows and all sorts of stuff in between. They need rescued - and I really love having pretty nails. I surfed around and found this lovely site where I can buy the acrylic nails and the nail polish to do my own manicure (ok, I might need a little help but I know a great young lass who will do the necessary!) My friend does this amazing nail art stuff - and her nails look really pretty. She sticks on rhinestones and paints all kinds of designs onto her acrylic nails - really talented! I'll try that after the baby's been and gone - I'm going to stick to a lovely clear nail varnish for the visit but then I'm going to let my hair down and really go for it! This is a year for doing once things I have never done before and making my nails beautiful and glamorous is one of them!

Well done, TKMaxxy.com - you've opened my eyes up to some great nail art!

Turtle paints picture

Some weird and wonderful things happen when you surf the internet - and tonight I came across a picture "painted" by a turtle belonging to artist Kira Ayn Varszegi.

Koopa is a box turtle with whom I formed a special bond immediately. He came from an environment of neglect and abandon, so I nurtured him and gained his trust. Koopa follows me around, does tricks, is housebroken, comes when called (selectively) and behaves like a kitten or puppy. I always let him lead a tank-free life, which I know he needs and appreciates. In 2003, Koopa walked onto my unattended paint palette, which changed my life forever.

I reconfirmed (via MSDS) that the ingredients of the paints I'd been using for the "Hope" series were safe, non-toxic, and washable. I also consulted Koopa's vet. I tested individual colors on his skin in tiny amounts, then over the next 4-5 months we simulated the painting experience without paint - I made sure Koopa wouldn't freak out from my camera's flash or from being rinsed off in the shower. I sold his artwork on eBay, and it was an instant success. My career as a solo artist was put on hold while Koopa's career flourished for 5 years. I still created, just not as much, due to time constraints.

Kira's Painting by Breast series of pictures regularly sell online - and I could scarcely take my eyes off the photos of the turtle "creating" a picture.

I must have less caffeine, I think!

My Social Network - the latest social get-together

Because I'm a silver surfer, I am usually a little slow getting to the party - and yes, there's a new party in town. :)

It seems that the newest place in town is My Social Network People - and, no, I didn't "get" it at first; however, now that I've registered, I can see that it's a very vibrant community. According to the blurb -

We will never sell your details to anyone. Ever! We only want people who like their music LOUD. Any type of music, so long as it pleases everyone. ♫ Feel free to Listen and Enjoy. ♫ -- Add more music you love most, share it to others ^^

Using this site you can Share Music, Share Videos, Blogs, Photos, Polls, Free chat, Games and Events. There's an active forum as well - and they also have a community on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=212450085450277&sk=info

I'm looking forward to the fun :)


That's my kind of place - I'm looking forward to playing the William Tell Overture at full volume ... any takers?

Cool Stuff

I love quirky and unusual things and while surfing around the Cool site at Infmetry.com, I came across these funky USB flash drives. Being in a girly mood, I thought the handbag flash drives were really cool - I have a couple of nieces who would adore these as a gift.

If you're looking for a whole range of Cool Stuff, then this site is the place to look. A Hong-Kong based company means that there will be a slight delay in getting your order - but I reckon that it will only be a couple of days more than most internet orders!

Fiat Dealer in London - George Clooney not included

In recent years, Fiat has become an increasingly popular choice for fans of technology and quirky, modern design. This has been particularly true of Fiat in London where the brand has found a fan base made up of cool city executives, families, environmentally conscious and even budget-savvy Londoners.


The new Fiat London range includes cars like the economical Fiat Panda, the spacious Fiat Doblo and the modern Fiat 500. The many small cars in the range are easy to park and some are particularly environmentally friendly too so may be excluded from the London congestion charge.

For anyone looking for a fantastic deal on a new or used Fiat in London, check out Fiat Marylebone. A leading Fiat dealer in London, they offer the entire range of new Fiat cars as well as a choice of used cars. Special Fiat deals include a new Fiat in London from only £99 per month, making it affordable to drive a car in the capital city.

To find out more about owning a driving a new or used Fiat in London, contact Fiat Marylebone. You’ll find just the right car to suit your needs with expert advice available too at this Fiat London dealer.

I know what I want for Christmas - Warm Slippers and a Warm Cuddly toy

I know, it's the middle of the summer here in the UK, and I can't believe I'm actually talking about winter. Well, someone the other day started talking about Christmas and said they had started seeing Christmas gifts in the shops. Wow!


Anyway, I was surfing around and came across a site which has some cute microwavable toys and some amazing slippers which can also be popped in the microwave to heat them up. How cool is that. Make mine pink!

My niece is about to have her first baby and I'm no longer worried about finding her some gifts for her. She's going to be pacing the floor quite a bit in this first year and I'm sure she'll love these cosy slippers. There's also a great selection of microwavable toys which will keep me in good ideas for the baby as he/she grows up and needs encouragement to head for bed!

A brilliant site! Find your own Microwavable Toys here.

ps - I just spotted some cushions which can also be heated .... brilliant! Mu husband gets a really sore back and that's just the way to give him some heated support. Come to think of it, we've got a friend who fell and hurt herself and a heated cushion would be just the thing.

Save cash with codes and coupons

Have you been caught up with Royal Wedding fever? Are you an avid collector of Royal Memorabilia? If so, you're probably like me, looking out for as many discount codes as possible so that you can snap up those Royal souvenirs at bargain prices. Here in the UK, I just discovered a lovely site which offers codes and coupons from many of the leading high street stores on top quality brand names - and I thought I'd share that site with you so that you can get your own discount codes when you're shopping!

I'm really looking forward to seeing the wedding - only a few more days to go!

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