Selena's Musings About Life

Is Plasma Over?

2009-09-03T17:09:00.000-07:00

Do you own plasma tvs at your house? You see a few years ago it was all about LCD versus Plasma, but now I think that most people buy LCD or LED TVs and not the plasma. Do you agree? I did a Google search on this and I found a lot of supporting views on it. Isn't that funny how a technology from a few years ago has gone away?

(Mental) Health Checkup

2009-09-03T17:00:00.000-07:00

You go for a check up to the doctor and dentist every year, right? Well why not get a mental health check up regularly too? It is not hard to do and you should not be afraid of it. Just make an appointment with a therapist, social worker, or psychologist and talk things out a bit. I think it will be easy and it might be beneficial.

How to Find a Local Dentist

2009-09-03T16:58:00.000-07:00

How to find a local dentist. Its a problem many people have. Think about it -- there aren't national or regional chains out there like department stores. And you just want to go to any plain old dentist -- you want a good one. And if you're looking for more than just a checkup, perhaps a whitening or veneers, then you need to find more than a Plano cosmetic dentist (get it?). This is where services like Google Maps comes in. You can searching your local areas for all sorts of things like dentists and doctors.

Stretching and Woking Out

2009-09-03T16:52:00.000-07:00

Do you love to work out? Yes? Great, but do you love to stretch. Look, no one really likes to stretch, but it is very important when it comes to personal fitness and strength. Stretching warms up your muscles and allows you to work out longer, better, and thus get better results. Stretching at the end allows you to recover faster and get more results out of your work out. Think about it!

Take What You Love and Make $$

2009-08-14T16:06:00.000-07:00

Here's one of the best tips I have for life -- take the thing you love to do or make and make a career out of it! Why have a boring job when you could actually do what you love and get paid for it. The Internet has opened up an entire new era of ability to make money and start a career without a lot of overhead. From websites and online auctions to ecommerce fulfillment and pre-packaged websites, there are so many tools available for you to start a site to sell your wares or services!

How Much to Train?

2009-08-14T15:56:00.000-07:00

How much should you train if you are going to compete in a road race? Well the experts say you should be training 2-3 times the distance of the run weekly. That means if you are preparing for a 5k (3.1 mile) race, you should be running between 6 1/2 and 10 miles a week total. That could be 3 x 2 miles, 2 x 2 miles + 1 x 4 miles, or 2 x 4 miles. This prepares your body to handle the distance and gives you a good chance of improving your personal best time.

Its More About Diet

2009-08-12T20:00:00.000-07:00

I read an article today in the latest copy of Time magazine that opened by eyes. Its all about the myths of working out when it comes to losing weight. The article states that what you eat (your diet) is a lot more important than how much you work out at the gym when it comes to losing weight. Actually the article states that working out might make you feel you can eat more and sorta act like anti diet pills. You feel you can "treat" yourself to donuts after a run even though the donuts contain 10 times as much calories as you burned when working out!

5k Time!

2009-08-12T19:58:00.000-07:00

Its the end of summer and that means its time for 5k road races! No seriously, the weather is cooling down and now is the best time of the year for 5k road races. You can find some on every weekend of the season by checking out websites like this one for Georgia. I love racing, even though I usually walk a good portion of the race. Its all about getting out there and having fun!

Down Economy? Rebuild Your Resume!

2009-08-05T04:30:00.000-07:00

With the U.S. economy (and the rest of the world's) down in the doldrums of recession, now is the best time to rebuilt your resume and prepare yourself for a better job during the upcoming recovery. One of the best ways to do that is to further your education. Whether it be a bachelors degree or a masters, more education have been proven time and time again to directly equate to greater lifetime career earnings. Its that simple -- learn more and you earn more! Plus, you'll probably like your job even better when you have more education (better job equates to a more enjoyable job). Check out the Online masters degree from Gonzaga University. Yes, Gonzaga University is offering online education! They are top ranked (number 3 in the West) by the experts at US News and World Report. They have also been rated as the best value in private university education by the renowned Kiplingers Personal Finance journal. Visit their website and learn just how easy it is to get started on your future. Why trust Gonzaga? Its clear -- they are a well respected, fully accredited, world renowned institution of higher education and they want YOU to get a better career!

Read for Free

2009-07-08T19:20:00.001-07:00

Go to your local library and rekindle your love affair with it. I love the library. Its not because I'm a book-a-holic. No, that's my husband. I love the library because its a fun place to go with the family, there are magazines and videos, and computers too. The kids love to go there and pick out new books. Its just a nice place to visit and its all paid for by our tax dollars. Why not enjoy it!

Buy Used Vehicles!

2009-07-08T19:15:00.002-07:00

If you want to save money -- I'm talking about serious money here -- $100,000 or more over your lifetime, follow this simple idea: Buy used cars instead o new ones! Whether it be a new car, truck, SUV or even rv, buying a 3 year old model means you will save 30%-60% off the retail price. The vehicle will still have 7 years of life left on them and you will pay it off that much quicker than you would a new vehicle. Do it!

My Morning Joe

2009-07-08T19:15:00.001-07:00

As in "Cup-of-Joe"... I must have my coffee in the morning. Its more than the caffeine, its the whole routine of it. Making the coffee, smelling it, cooling it, sipping it -- its the sort of routine that gets your morning off on the right foot and start your day with a calm. I look forward to my morning coffee from the moment I settle in at night to the first sip the of the morning!

Lighting and Mood

2009-06-25T21:57:00.000-07:00

It shouldn't be overlooked how lighting can affect your mood. Just think about a gray day or a dimly lit room. It can be all very melancholy. But sometimes a dimly lit room is a relaxer -- just think about a lit candle flickering in the evening. Now that's peaceful. I also think about how the lighting in your room affects how you wake up in the morning. Its always nice to wake up in the daylight and this can be tough if you have to work early. I sometimes think about buying one of those "sunrise" machines which gradually increase the light in your room as the alarm time nears.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

2009-06-25T21:54:00.000-07:00

I just got the new Yeah Yeah Yeahs album called Its Blitz! and I can't stop listening to it! It starts off really rocking and then it starts to mellow out towards the end. The first 5 tracks are really energetic and are great to listen to at the gym. I love a good workout CD and this new one from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs is just great! Check it out or if you have already, let me know what you think.

Outdoors Living

2009-06-25T21:52:00.000-07:00

Want peace and relaxation? How about spending some time outside? I know the weather is really hot right now, but there are still some evenings when the weather is bearable. How about a nice breeze? All you need is a cool drink, outdoor chairs and a friend to chill out with. It can be therapy in your backyard. And as the fall comes closer, the weather will eventually get better and bring those amazing cool evenings.

How Many iPods?

2009-06-25T21:51:00.000-07:00

How many iPods have you owned in your life? Do you own more than one right now and do you use them all? For me, I've owned a total of two iPods so far. An iPod Mini and an iPod Shuffle. I currently only use the Shuffle, but I would seriously consider getting a second one. Why? So I can make sure I am never without one! One for the gym-bag and one for the bedroom.

Is Diet and Exercise Enough?

2009-06-11T17:26:00.000-07:00

When trying to lose weight, is diet and exercise enough to shed the pounds and get in shape? Well yes, it is, but it takes a long time to see results. That's why many people also combine diet pills to the mix to shed weight. Is it safe? Well taken in moderation, it is, but don't let the best diet pills fool you -- you can't start slacking on the gym and the nutrition. You need to keep all three up to see lasting results.

Where's the NEW Rihanna?

2009-06-11T17:22:00.000-07:00

I think its about time for Rihanna to release a new album, don't you? With her last album, Good Girl Gone Bad being release over two years ago on June 5, 2007 in the U.S., its about darn good time for her to get back in the studio and release another album. Is she having trouble matching her last musical success?

How is Your Back Yard?

2009-06-11T17:18:00.000-07:00

Sun? Shade? Trees? Dirt? How about a deck? Well I simply love spending the summer evening outdoors. The weather is cool, especially if there is a breeze, and as long as I can have a citronella burning to scare off bugs, I've in heaven. Take a look at these great gazebos -- would they be perfect to have one in your own backyard. Keep the bugs at bay and have a great summer time! Enjoy the summer before its over!

Gym +Tanning = Love?

2009-06-11T17:02:00.000-07:00

Love for my local gym! I love it how my local gym has a tanning salon and nutrition center on site. For a low price I can work up a sweat, shower clean at the gym, and then take a 10 minute tan. Its like a mini-vacation when I go to the gym because its all about me and I can get some things accomplished. Doesn't that sound like fun?

Baby Season?

2009-06-11T17:00:00.000-07:00

Is it baby season already? OK, there is no real "baby season" -- its just feels that way since a lot of my friends seem to be pregnant right now. I just attended a baby shower last week for a friend at the gym and I will be hosting a baby shower next months for my friend. I am on the look for good deals on baby shower invitations and decorations. I'll keep an eye our for good deals on birth announcements too -- just to help out! Baby season is here -- have fun.

The Peachtree Roadrace

2009-06-11T16:58:00.000-07:00

My husband got his 2009 Peachtree Road race number in the mail today. He will be joining over 50,000 people on the morning of the 4th of July in a few weeks to run the annual event. And me? Well I like sticking to 5k races -- and I will enjoy the morning watching the race with a friend from the sidelines, maybe sipping a tea or coffee.

Disposable or Cloth

2009-06-11T16:56:00.000-07:00

What type of diapers do you feel are the best for the environment? Is it disposable diapers or cloth diapers. Well traditional thought is that the cloth diaper is re-usable and does not contribute to landfill, but think about it -- you will use a lot of water washing those dirty diapers over and over again. That's waste in water and electricity too. What are your thoughts on this topic of debate? What about disposable diapers made from recycled or eco-friendly materials?

Race Season is Here!

2009-06-11T16:54:00.000-07:00

Road race season is here in full force. You can most likely find a road race 5k or 10k to participate in every weekend around town. This Saturday I'm running a 5k with my husband. It should be a lot of fun and its also for charity. Of course a small donation is required as entry fee but you do get a cool t-shirt to remember the race by. Running is fun but road races are that much more fun! Check it out, either as a running, a walker or a spectator.

Stay Awake with B12

2009-05-11T19:43:00.000-07:00

Forget taking over the counter medicine or supplements like ephedrine to stay awake on the weekends or when you have to work late. Here's a cheaper and easier way -- take vitamin B12 supplements! The pills are cheap, natural and safe. A dose of 10,000% your daily recommended allowance will give you a natural perk and keep you focused for hours! Just don't take it too often or its effectiveness will be reduced.