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Having a brand spanking new iMac is fun, almost as much fun as having a brand spanking new domain name. (READ: TIME SUCK)

I literally do not know what to do with myself.

James and I figured that since we were dropping a hefty sum on our move across the country, why not tack a brand new washer and dryer and a brand new 27″ iMac to the bill.

Drop. In. The. Bucket.

We are SO fiscally wise. Or something. If my father-in-law is reading this, I am so so sorry for what I have done to your son. And yes, we have contributed to our IRAs for this tax year.

ANYWAY, I have been literally swooning, and embracing, and French Kissing our new washer and dryer. You see, I LOVE – as in L-O-V-E-S – doing laundry. It gets me hotter than Jacob Black. No joke. So to have two beautiful, elegant, BRAND NEW machines in my possession is not only a novelty, it is like my dream come true . (Sorry, James. It would appear I lied about our wedding day). I think laundry may be going in this house round the clock because CLEARLY every article of clothing, every couch cushion, pillow cover, blanket, towel, window curtain, shoe, puppy, hammer (yeah, it’s loud up in hur) must give the wash cycle a spin. The machines even make a cheery, sing-songy tune when they are complete with their cycles – as though to highlight the joyous, high spirits that I experience when engaging in such tasks.

And THEN, to have this epic data processing wonder – a wonder in which I never have to wait more than the blink of an eye for the machine to boot up, where SPINNING COLOR WHEEL OF DEATH is but a fantasy, where Photoshop takes mere moments to load – I mean, I just, HOLY HELL! I have removed the noose ’round my neck that was inspired by my dinosaur of a MacBook from the Mesozoic Period (i.e. 2005) and feel like I can breath again – and by breath I mean actually accomplish tasks at an efficient rate and find new and glorious ways to waste my time (HELLO NEW DOMAIN FOR BLOG A LA CART!).

Now I can put to use all the wonderful media goodies that this domain and site have to offer without growing senile attempting to edit photographs and cut movies.

AREN’T YOU ALL JUST THRILLED?!

Here’s a clip of me and the Bug demonstrating her instinctual response to the presence of another’s tongue – and her love of the word YES! And by love, I mean confusion. Or revolt. Or, I thought this whole rebellion thing wasn’t supposed to commence til the tween years.

The hell?!

Cereal Box Business Cards

In today’s competitive landscape, successful business is all about out-of-the-box thinking and leveraging premier corporate services (such as the premier corporate services in singapore) to stay ahead of the curve.

Here is what to do when you run out of ideas – and what could be more out of the box than business cards handmade out of old cereal boxes?! If you’re looking for a card that will set you a part but won’t break the bank, cereal boxes make sturdy, unique canvases for your networking needs. Not so much a business guru, but want to grab the attention of that dream boat seated in aisle 2? Craft your own calling card that will truly knock the airline socks off that cutie.

Materials:
Cereal boxes
Scissors (even better, a paper cutter for straight edges)
Printer
Computer program like MS Word to format cards

Directions:
1. Munch on some of your favorite Wheaties, and save up those boxes.
2. Cut the boxes so that you have two rectangular “pages” on which to print your cards. (Using a paper cutter helps immensely in keeping all the edges straight).
3. In MS Word, format labels that are sized 3.5 x 2 inches (the traditional biz card) or whatever size you’d like your cards to be.
4. Create your cards’ content in the labels.
5. Often the rectangles from the cereal boxes are smaller than an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper. Measure your particular rectangles and in ‘Page Setup’ insert your custom size.
6. To help make cutting easier, print the borders of the labels.
7. Now load your cereal box paper into the printer (making sure that the text will print on the blank cardboard side) and print away. (Sometimes you have to help *coax* this heftier stock through the machine).
8. Once you’ve printed, use the paper cutter to dice ’em up into individual business cards.
These cards are cereal killers – in a crushing the competition kind of way.

Crafting your own calling card that leaves a lasting impression is essential, especially when you’re trying to make a memorable connection. It’s the small details that count, and a thoughtfully designed business card can set you apart. However, taking it up a notch, you can consider getting metal business cards customized to truly stand out from the crowd. Also, you can boost your website’s performance on search engines by using seo free tools available.

Metal business cards are not only unique but also convey a sense of quality and durability. They have a distinctive feel and weight that instantly communicates professionalism. Whether you’re wooing a potential partner or making a connection on an airplane, handing over a metal business card is sure to grab their attention. These Metal Business Kards are not just pieces of contact information; they’re conversation starters and symbols of your commitment to making a lasting impression in the business world. So, when you aim to “knock the airline socks off that cutie,” a metal business card can be your secret weapon in leaving a memorable mark.

Photo: Courtesy of Ashley Weeks Cart