Archive for July, 2010
Purple Stars Awarded July 30, 2010
July 31st, 2010
Delicious Purple Star Lenses! Enjoy!
Asian Inspired Cocktails - Twenty years ago we were all intrigued with Italian cooking, before that French, but in this millennium we seem to be entranced with Asian flavors more than ever. Our kitchens contain the likes of lemongrass, lime juice, cardamom, coconut milk, yogur…
Mocktails - Pregnant? Religious restrictions? Underage? Hosting a party with children? Hosting a party of pregnant, religious, underage children? (just kidding
Or are you just plain thirsty? Well, these non-alcoholic mocktail recipes are sure to please the se…
Strawberry Orange Smoothie
- Great up-lifting drink! Strawberry Orange Smoothie is a great way to get going in the mornings! You will love this Strawberry Orange Smoothie Recipe! This healthy mix of Strawberries and Oranges make a great source of natural energy. This quick free…
What Is The Best Recipe For Harry Potter Butterbeer? - Butterbeer has been a huge success for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the whole world is talking about butterbeer. You cannot buy the J.K. Rowling approved version of this hot or cold beverage anywhere else in the world and, therefore, ever…
Simply Sumptuous Sun Tea - I am not sure I know when they first started making sun tea, but I know I started making it in the 1970′s. Each year I purchased a new Sun Tea Jar because I’m notorious for breaking glass…whether by accident, or accidentally on purpose so that we c…
The Rocketmoms Cookbook
by The Rocketmoms
The 2010 RocketMoms Cookbook - Are you looking for a great new recipe? How about the latest reviews of kitchen gadgets? Well you’re in the right place. Welcome to the 2010 Rocketmoms Cookbook. Bookmark this lens because every week during the month of July we are going to be addin…
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Station Wagons
July 31st, 2010
Glockr had a childhood much like mine. We both had to drive our parents’ station wagon when we learned to drive, and hated it, but unlike myself, Glockr has actually grown up to love them, and has created today’s winning lens all about them.
Station Wagons, An American Icon is a tribute to the “grocery getter.” Learn about the earliest versions of station wagons and how they’ve come a long way from what you remember from the Brady Bunch. Glockr is getting retro with the original Soccer Mom mobile of choice.
We love how he’s highlighted his favorite cars with a description of their unique offerings. Just imagine being able to haul eight of your friends in a classic Town and Country! See which station wagon you love best; stop by to wave hello.
http://www.squidoo.com/stationwagon
Quick! Nominate a lens at this form! You could win fabulous prizes.
Sunshine Award: Hot Off the Grill
July 31st, 2010
Grilled corn, grilled potatoes, grilled…peaches? I’m looking at my grill in a whole new light after reading nDee’s lens BBQ Side Dishes: Hot Off the Grill. nDee is tempting my taste buds with asparagus, beets, zucchini, and yup, peaches.
This delightful BBQ recipe guide benefits Donors Choose, which allows donors (that’s you) [...]
Sunshine Award: Ramona and Beezus
July 30th, 2010
If you were a child of the ’70s and ’80s, (or parent of kids of those decades), chances are you remember Ramona and Beezus. Vallain is bringing back those days with her lens on the new movie, based on Beverly Cleary’s books and TV show.
Vallain is donating her lens to Room to Read, which [...]
Purple Stars Awarded July 29, 2010
July 30th, 2010
Be sure to take a look at all of today’s Purple Star Lenses. You’ll be glad you did!
Keep sending your Giant Squid Purple Star lens nominations to purplestar@squidoo.com. We can’t do this without you!
Morton’s Neuroma A Pain in the Foot
by JaguarJulie
Morton’s Neuroma — A Pain in the Foot - A Morton’s Neuroma is such a pain in the foot let me tell you! I now have a “foot to stand on” so to speak thanks to my foot surgery to excise that painful Morton’s Neuroma! It took me nearly two years, from when I was first diagnosed with the Morto…
Artist Resources for Selling Art Online
by ArtbyMichelle
Artist Resources For Selling Art Online - Hi there, My name is Michelle Collins. I am a WAHM & a fine artist. I also do graphic design & whatever else I get myself involved with..LOL. I worked in a gallery for several years. I have shown my work in galleries locally, and nationally….
Victorian Angel Doll Hospital
by Partybuzz
Victorian Angel Doll Hospital: Doll Restore and Repair, Lynchburg VA
- I’d like to share with you the story of how the Victorian Angel Doll Hopital restored and repaired my Mom’s antique doll. This doll was given to my Mom when she was a small child as a Christmas gift. Her brother dropped the doll and broke the bisque…
Super Mario Bros. 3
by Kiwisoutback
Super Mario Bros. 3 - Super Mario 3 could possibly be the greatest video game of all time. It was released in 1990 in the United States, and has to this day held records for the fastest and best selling of all video games. New to the Mario franchise of games released on t…
Tawny Frogmouth A fascinating Austrailian Bird
by Oztoo
Tawny Frogmouth – a fascinating australian bird - The tawny frogmouth (Podargus strigoides), is another bird that I’m happy to say, is a visitor to my backyard. At one time a pair of them resided in the silky oak tree about half way down our 3 acre block. From our verandah you could see them roostin…
My Dad, My Hero
July 29th, 2010
We all grew up with childhood heroes. For some it was a sports player or an astronaut, and for many of us, it was someone in our own home.
In My Dad, My Hero, mbgphoto pays tribute to her father. It’s a beautiful story of how her father was raised and taught her and her family the values he held dear to his heart.
An archival-worthy creation, mgbphoto has used dozens of photos and stories to record her memories and tell the world who her dad was. It’s a virtual scrapbook that can easily and instantly be shared with family, no matter where they are. Thanks for showing us another exceptional example of how to use a lens!
http://www.squidoo.com/mydad-myhero
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Joint Ventures on Squidoo
July 29th, 2010
They say birds of a feather flock together, but what about Squidoo lensmasters? Since RocketMom’s inception and success, many other groups have been created where lensmasters are sharing ideas, projects, and even lensmaking challenges. From Squidoo specialty groups to community blogging forums to weekly podcasts, small groups of like-minded lensmasters are popping up everywhere!
Have you collaborated with other lensmasters for a project on or off of Squidoo? Read on this lens about our small group of six and the “mini empire” we’ve been building, vote in our poll, then leave a comment (here or there) describing your successes (or failures) in joint ventures with others from Squidoo. I’d love to read your input!
Funky Art by Michelle
July 29th, 2010
Take a break, grab a cup of tea, and check out today’s LOTD. It’s a virtual art show!
Lensmaster ArtByMichelle is showing off her unique designs in Funky Whimsical Home Decor. You can’t help but smile at the bright colors and cute designs she’s incorporated on common household items, available through a variety of convenient online shops.
Michelle knows content is king, so she’s incorporated descriptions and stories into her virtual gallery. With Squidoo, you don’t need to distribute fliers and get a fire inspection to show off your designs. Simply post your artwork, share fun stories, and tell your friends.
http://www.squidoo.com/funky-home-decor
Nominate a funky lens with our new LOTD form.
Sunshine Award: Jimmy Wayne
July 29th, 2010
Today’s Sunshine Award winner ChloeCavanaugh is giving need a new face.
Jimmy Wayne, the story of a former foster child who has made a life-long commitment to help homeless and foster children. It started with a walk halfway across the US and has grown into additional speaking and fundraising drives.
This lens contributes to Polly Klaas, [...]
The Woman Who Hobbles After Wolves
July 28th, 2010
In northern Wisconsin, wolves are often a threat to livestock, pets, and personal security, and generally regarded with distaste. However after reading GrannySage‘s lens Woman Who Hobbles After Wolves I am seeing them in a new light.
It started as a sidekick to a favorite book and grew into an educational resource and creative gallery for wolf lovers. Nominating lensmaster wolftyrs writes, “Woman Who Hobbles After Wolves is a beautiful, soul-nurturing lens that really connected with me. I love the book she cites, and the beautiful, misunderstood beings that are celebrated throughout this lens.”
http://www.squidoo.com/womanwhohobbles
Start a lens based on a book. You never know what direction it might go in! Nominate lenses here.