tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286Fri, 08 Jan 2010 05:34:12 +0000Providing Tips, Information & Other Stuff on a variety of topics including: real estate, travel, technology, our environment, business, entrepreneurs, making money online, health, inspiration, pets, home & garden and anything else that touches my life.http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)Blogger396125AcAssociateshttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-4550252656370709466Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:21:00 +00002009-06-12T20:26:10.108-04:00save moneyBusinessTipsfoodAwarenessWhether for business or personal, you can save up to 15% at about 10,000 bars, restaurants and clubs nationally. I found this information while reading the magazine…Business Week Small Business. This FREE opportunity is called Rewards NetworkHow the program works:If you're not already a member, just enroll in the program and register your credit or debit card. Then, simply dine out at a http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/IxojJhZGu1g/eat-out-and-save-money.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)3http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/06/eat-out-and-save-money.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-7169051671335655743Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:56:00 +00002009-06-06T09:57:56.556-04:00opportunitiesInspirationMotivationAwarenessThere is a good side to every situation.View your problems as opportunities. You cannot have the success without the failures.Any experience can be transformed into something of value.Everything depends on the way you look at things.What are stumbling blocks and defeat before you can be steppingstones to victory if you remain determined.In all of your adversities lies the seeds of equivalent http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/60rYQyGbvAY/is-your-glass-always-half-full.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/06/is-your-glass-always-half-full.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-5533158731895774543Sun, 17 May 2009 13:11:00 +00002009-05-17T09:13:32.090-04:00QuotesInspirationMotivationBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.A sharp tongue can cut your own throat. If you want your dreams to come true, you mustn't oversleep.Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important. The best vitamin for making friends..... B1.The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.The heaviest thing you can carry is http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/asPPBtt_f-I/something-to-think-about_17.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/05/something-to-think-about_17.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-2126142479457713688Sun, 17 May 2009 13:11:00 +00002009-05-17T09:11:54.770-04:00'Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.'A sharp tongue can cut your own throat. If you want your dreams to come true, you mustn't oversleep.Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important. The best vitamin for making friends..... B1.The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.The heaviest thing you can http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/cqkpIRvH470/something-to-think-about.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/05/something-to-think-about.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-6330015348543107200Sat, 09 May 2009 02:07:00 +00002009-05-08T22:11:30.541-04:00Tipssuccessdeterminationefforts vs. resultsInspirationMotivationAwarenessSuccess and happiness does not just happen by accident. It takes action and planning. Success at any thing you do is the direct result of deliberate planning, conscious effort and calculated decisions.Happiness needs to be cultivated, prepared for and defended individually. You must learn to set goals that will make you happy.What does success and happiness mean to you? Do you?1. know what you http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/58tH4jZkS6A/8-steps-to-happiness-and-success.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/05/8-steps-to-happiness-and-success.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-5232763422966399458Sat, 02 May 2009 11:35:00 +00002009-05-02T07:36:31.576-04:00successInspirationMotivationAwarenessYou'll never achieve real successunless you like what you're doing.No one has ever succeeded in a lineof endeavor which they did not like.Your chances of success are directly proportionalto the degree of pleasure you derive from what you do.If you're in a job you hate, face the fact squarely and get out.It's better to be a failure in something you love,than attempting to be a success in somethinghttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/OzHF_G4CTB4/love-what-you-do-or-do-something-else.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/05/love-what-you-do-or-do-something-else.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-4731002004992022152Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:58:00 +00002009-04-25T21:00:11.027-04:00Inspirationbe kinder with wordsAwarenessHere's a story to make one think...A young lady was waiting for her flight in the boarding room of a big airport.As she would need to wait many hours, she decided to buy a book to spend her time. She also bought a pack of cookies.She sat down in the chair, in the VIP room of the airport, to rest and read in peace.Beside the armchair where the pack of cookies lay, a man sat down in the next seat. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/o6SDATxvOrk/bag-of-cookies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/04/bag-of-cookies.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-3745329198733185650Sat, 25 Apr 2009 01:39:00 +00002009-04-24T21:44:55.280-04:00save on energy billsFamily budgetsave moneyDIYTipshousing costsNow that the warmer weather is just about here, these home money saving tips can help stretch your monthly buget.If you set your A/C thermostat a little higher during summer months, you'll reduce your cooling costs 3-4% for each degree of adjustment. Changing the temperature from 74°F to 77°F could lower your energy bill by more than 10%. A whole house fan is a simple and inexpensive method of http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/pxz-BtTNAEM/home-money-saving-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/04/home-money-saving-tips.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-8841563847477940178Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:48:00 +00002009-04-10T08:00:09.189-04:00TipsInspirationMotivationAwarenessSpring is here! Now is the time to declutter your life, get organized and live in a healthier environment. Do the things you need to do and enjoy the most to live a healthier and happier life.Do you have clutter at home?Organize one room at a time. Start with anything stacked on the floor and then work up to the things stacked on the surfaces…tables, shelves etc… Before you decide to throw out anhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/rtOcoP9HH70/create-healthier-environment.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)2http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/04/create-healthier-environment.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-346857321884579502Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:45:00 +00002009-04-04T09:52:46.070-04:00save moneycredit cardsTipscomparison shoppingbad credit offersHave you been touched by our nation's financial crisis? Do you find you are short on cash by the end of the month? If you are thinking now is the time to get a credit card and you are tempted to get one (or another one), please make sure you get ALL the facts about credit cards before you apply for one. Make sure to read ALL the fine print. Know what fees will be associated with that http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/d433m0Q6SGk/get-all-facts-about-credit-cards-before.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)4http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/04/get-all-facts-about-credit-cards-before.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-2965737187834216295Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:44:00 +00002009-04-02T19:50:40.196-04:00save moneyhigh cost of livingfamily spendingTipscomparison shoppingbudgeting planAwarenessIt seems more and more people are finding themselves on a tighter budget now a days. Living paycheck to paycheck, with most of their money paying for basics like food, gas and housing.I believe I have mentioned these saving tips before, but I think it is a perfect time to mention them again. I’m sure if you truly analyzed your monthly spending, you would be able to find ways to cut back and save http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/ZiNFIl6S46o/ways-to-cut-back-on-expenses.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)2http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/04/ways-to-cut-back-on-expenses.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-304689437212361422Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:29:00 +00002009-03-31T08:33:58.500-04:00Tipsefforts vs. resultsInspirationMotivationWith practice you'll come to a point of competence.You'll find yourself accomplishing your goals gracefullyand confidently.It's then that you'll do things that you never dreamed you could do.You'll discover powers you never knew existed.If you're prepared, you're able to feel confident.There can be no great courage when there is no confidence or assurance.Half the battle is in the conviction thathttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/Le-r7JzDrME/secret-to-confidence-is-preparation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)1http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/secret-to-confidence-is-preparation.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-5480407037970111010Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:16:00 +00002009-03-24T20:19:52.645-04:00relaxtionstressstress managementAlthough Spring is here, the weather is still crisp and chilly. I am so looking forward to the warmer weather. I usually head to the beach where I can de-stress. I lie in the sun while listening to my Ipod and just relax and clear my head. It’s hard to stress about anything while I’m doing this. The sounds of kids playing somewhere in the background, the waves crashing on shore, the smell of the http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/3KDIqu4SpNU/de-stress-at-beach.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/de-stress-at-beach.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-387128686086525301Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:33:00 +00002009-03-20T20:35:11.074-04:00InspirationMotivationAwarenessHave you ever watched kids On a merry-go-round? Or listened to the rain Slapping on the ground? Ever followed a butterfly's erratic flight? Or gazed at the sun into the fading night? You better slow down. Don't dance so fast. Time is short. The music won't last. Do you run through each day On the fly? When you ask How are you? Do you hear the reply? When the day is done Do you lie in your bed http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/q5Zp49mb0Xo/slow-dance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/slow-dance.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-8915150663670612870Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:13:00 +00002009-03-18T20:31:23.242-04:00We live such a fast paced life, don't we? Always rushing to and from work, taking care of family, chores etc etc...It seems we never have enough 'time'.Some people are now faced with financial hardships and might even be losing their jobs caused by the current economic situation, which has created additional stress.Here's alittle something to just sit for a few minutes and relax. Let you mind http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/STsxWRoKYBI/take-break.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/take-break.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-7626481301868251678Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:56:00 +00002009-03-09T11:01:45.842-04:00home projectsgreen alternativesfamilyEnviromentAwarenessWhile over at Beliefnet.com, I was reading an interesting article about how you can help your child become green and understand their relationship to the earth.Anyone with children in their home, knows how busy the household is. There never seems to be enough time in a day to do everything. In most households where both parents work it is hard to fit everything in. You come home from work and http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/CjNZra1uipc/kids-and-their-relationship-with-earth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/kids-and-their-relationship-with-earth.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-4027614849558328057Sun, 01 Mar 2009 14:37:00 +00002009-03-01T10:40:15.869-05:00blog for moneyTipsopportunitiesfree giftBloggersefforts vs. resultsWebmaster Toolsfree stuffThis is something I received courtesy of Netpreneur News.I am always on the look out to share "freebies", so here's something you can consider a 'free gift'. An ebook called Blogging For MoolahYou will read in detail how to monetize your blog or even start a blog with the intention to make money. There are great tips, ideas and links for you to use.It's up to you...if you want to make some money http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/dAO11sTN3wg/freebie-opportunityblogging-for-moolah.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/03/freebie-opportunityblogging-for-moolah.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-899144989082106503Thu, 26 Feb 2009 01:14:00 +00002009-02-25T20:18:17.061-05:00DIYBusinessopportunitiesMotivationmake money onlineAwarenessI have come across an unique opportunity and wanted to share the information with you.Do you have a passion for photography? Or do you find that you are the 'one' in the crowd always with a camera? This opportunity shares with you the information necessary to turn your love of picture taking into money.When I first started my website,I needed pictures to correspond to my content. You can view http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/9vRcDn8kAvU/make-money-online-taking-pictures.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)2http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/02/make-money-online-taking-pictures.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-5615362895794851520Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:09:00 +00002009-02-20T18:51:41.130-05:00ComputersTechnologyDIYTipsAwarenessI have never before considered myself computer savvy, but over the last two years, I sure have come a long way.With determination, I have learned all about HTML codes, publishing websites, troubleshoot problems that surface with my computer etc, etc...I find that I do not have to ask a friend for his help as often as I once did. I can now troubleshoot a problem and fix it within a reasonable http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/PlxXYflZ9x4/learning-about-file-extensions.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/02/learning-about-file-extensions.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-7135942037367467312Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:44:00 +00002009-02-13T19:49:16.076-05:00high cost of livingTipsAwarenessThe U.S. Postal Service announced the price of a first-class stamp will go up to 44 cents beginning on May 11.Our economy which is affecting our homes and businesses, also includes the post office. The price increase is due to the rate of inflation in the year before.I even had heard on the radio, the Post Office is trying to stop delivering mail one day during the week. I believe it was on a http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/ccMNUp_6g90/first-class-stamp-price-going-up.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)2http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/02/first-class-stamp-price-going-up.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-9066539436401754003Wed, 11 Feb 2009 01:13:00 +00002009-02-10T20:20:34.375-05:00being thankfulEnviromentefforts vs. resultsMotivationEducationfoodAwarenessThe American Farmers and Ranchers of today produce an abundance of food, fiber, flowers, fish, forest products, forage and fuel. The American consumers are offered these products at prices that are among the lowest in the world. We do export some of these products, which helps feed people around the globe.It is said that one American farmer produces enough food to feed more than 144 people. Most http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/y0IteNU1dD4/farmers-and-ranchers-good-for-people.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/02/farmers-and-ranchers-good-for-people.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-6884473759523982515Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:36:00 +00002009-02-08T16:49:45.414-05:00HealthdietTipsfoodAwarenessWhen you're feeling the pressure to be 'smart'...helping the kids with their homework, doing your taxes or other countless tasks that require brain power, these foods may help boost your brain 'smarts'.The below foods also help slow cognitive decline, improve your memory and protect your mental sharpness.Eating blueberries, which are high in antioxidants, help protect the brain from free radical http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/RaItaEOJFEg/need-brain-boost.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)2http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/02/need-brain-boost.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-4138264487304285688Sat, 31 Jan 2009 03:07:00 +00002009-01-30T22:15:14.089-05:00life lessonsThings To PonderPetsThe people closest to me know that I am very compassionate when it comes to animals. I have been around animals my entire life and have had an assortment of different kinds of pets growing up. I worked with an adoption/rescue center for about 5 years until it was too much for my heart to handle. Humans can be so cruel sometimes...Our pets offer many life lessons...Here are some that are so true http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/121PsB-DI80/lessons-from-your-dog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/01/lessons-from-your-dog.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-5142542719974990665Thu, 29 Jan 2009 03:30:00 +00002009-01-28T22:36:18.861-05:00Things To PonderTipsInspirationBeliefsThere is some mighty fine advice in these words. This is considered to be the 'Lotus Touts' and origniated from the Anthony Robbins organization. ONE... Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. TWO... Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other. THREE... Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AcAssociates/~3/kYMlAJicrWk/mental-feng-shui.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AC Associates)0http://acassociatesusa.blogspot.com/2009/01/mental-feng-shui.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846004333182270286.post-7732933227799453337Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:30:00 +00002009-01-23T23:43:26.973-05:00TipsBloggersfree stuff