tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76009256154168167802024-09-04T23:12:08.974+08:00Live Smarter. Live BetterAnne | Living Life Smarterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17113857572422283245noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600925615416816780.post-30924561607639916152012-08-01T16:53:00.001+08:002012-08-01T16:53:43.349+08:00

Do you want to know how to turn a frown into a smile in the shortest amount of time? No need to run to the grocery to buy mood-boosting food... No need to meditate (and get weird stares from people at the office while you hum)... Read on for a technique that's quick, inconspicuous and so easy you can do it anytime, anywhere. Instant and free mood-enhancer (no medication

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What if the key to success is something so simple that... ...you'd smack your forehead in disbelief because you didn't think about it? I don't hold the secret to the universe, unfortunately, but I do want to share a technique that's not taught often. A shame, if you asked me. Why? Because this method is effective! Did you know that you can write your way to success*? Are you

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Something caught my eye as I zoomed passed by. It lay alone and frozen amidst the busy road, as if time wanted to capture its saddest moment on Earth, even just momentarily. **** Twice a week, I venture out to the world I've left behind. Yes, majority of my hours are spent indoors, writing. And writing even more. But it was time to take my child to one of his summer classes - a task which I

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("Don't jump!" I said. Obviously, he didn't listen.)

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We recently installed cameras in key areas of the house... Where ill-intentioned folks would first have to set foot first. That way, we can blast them with BB guns right where it hurts (this is more for male perpetrators, if you catch my drift). The cameras are hooked up to a main computer and through the wonders of technology, our smart phones can view the areas as well, any time, any where,

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Today isn't a particularly hot day. The rainy season has slowly been encroaching on summer, so I decided to venture beyond the "house walls" to work. I'm perched on our outdoor bench, now amongst the "outside world."  I hear the roaring of car engines passing by, bells from an ice-cream cart beckoning to children, and noise from my neighbor. Why mention that latter? The house

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Hi! My name is Anne and I was an addict. Have you heard of Empire Avenue? If you haven't, you've probably been living under a rock. Or maybe you just have a life outside blogging, unlike someone I know (ahem). So here's the deal: Sharon and Becky introduced me to the darn thing. And so I thought, hey, it's a great way to drive traffic to my parenting blog. I'm in! If you're still scratching

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You definitely read that right! This is your chance to win something big for your husband or dad this coming Father's Day. Every guy has a "Man Cave" or a space they call their own. Help them fill it up by winning $600 in cash. But that's not all!!! You can also win a $100 GC to any restaurant of your choice to spend on a nice Father's Day dinner. This is definitely one way of

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Okay, okay so I'm playing with words. Sue me. Before you do though, listen up. A little blue bird told me (Twitter) that some folks stayed true to screen free week (which happened last week). And it's good if you can do it. I can't. So what's the next best thing? Unplugging without really unplugging. Here's how it works. Social media and emails are distractions. (Yes, I know you're

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Why did I have to force myself to watch TV today? Yeah, I know... sounds odd. While most are trying to peel themselves from the telly, here I am saying that I literally had to force myself to watch. Curious? My work revolves around my laptop. From the moment I woke up today until now (it's 10:52pm), I've mostly been typing away. Sure I had bathroom and meal breaks, even played with the

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By now I'm sure you've guessed the takeaway of this post - especially if you're a blogger. Joining a blog hop is like going to a party-- (Almost) everyone there wants to mingle, and that makes blogging life easier. So, welcome to those participating in this hop! Do look around my brand new blog and know that I have other posts to come soon. This Weekend Blog Follower Caravan (WBFC) is all

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I've known for a while that it needed to be done. But it's too much work. Too much sacrifice. Yet, while I resist and complain, the reasons for doing it are becoming painfully obvious. My cheeks are puffier, double chin is bigger and belly is rounder. Yes, losing weight sucks but it's something I need to do... Fast. But it ain't gonna happen - that fast, I mean. It has to be gradual,

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Writing is an exhilarating process. From nothing, you create something. But not just something that's anything. What you create is a work of art in itself - yes you can paint with words. Brush strokes are the general tone of your post: light and feathery strokes are fun and light posts, while  heavy strokes are forceful or emotion-packed posts  And if you ask most writers why they

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Welcome to the blog!I can’t wait to get started… because I really want to share my thoughts on how to find ways to live better.More to come, so stay tuned!

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