Normally in the mornings I prefer one that is dark, strong, and hot....but this morning was different.
I was really feeling a bit adventurous and decided on one that was sweet, strong, and hot -- it's gotta be hot or forget it. When I came to the end of it I felt a certain sadness and wanted more. So I indulged...
...in another coffee ;)
Happy Day to You All!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Thursday, November 13, 2008
10 Keys to Work/Life Balance
(compliments of mercola.com)
Today’s employers seem to want more of your time than ever. In the U.S., the average worker puts in 55 hours a week. Meanwhile, text messaging, cell phones, and Blackberries can keep you tethered to the office even when you’re technically “off-duty.”
How can you keep up with your always-on career and still find time to do what you need to do at home, spend time with your family, enjoy some kind of social life, and just plain relax?
1. Attitude is Everything
No matter how much you love your job, no matter how big a part of your life it is, ultimately you need to be able to “turn it off” and spend some time not working. This is hard for many people, because their work is an important part of who they are as people. This can be admirable, but an always-on-the-job attitude can be harmful in the long run.
2. Keep a Rational Schedule
The more you’re trying to juggle, the more important it is to make a good schedule and keep to it. Block out all your work and non-work commitments and make sure to allow plenty of downtime and non-work time.
3. Learn to Say “No”
If you’re having trouble keeping on top of everything going on in your life, it may be that you’ve committed more time than you have. Make a point of seriously considering any request that comes your way, and double-check your schedule before taking anything else on. When it’s too much, don’t be afraid to refuse.
4. Enjoy List-Free Time
Stop making lists of things to do in your off-time. When your non-work time feels like just so much more work, then stop. Drop the list for a day or two, and take things as they come.
5. Keep it Organized
There’s nothing worse than finding yourself faced with overtime or extra working days because you didn’t get enough done at work.
6. Batch it
Batching tasks can be a great way to get more done in less time. You’ll work faster and better because your mind is only on one thing, and when it’s done, you can forget it.
7. Clear Your Mind
Do whatever it takes to confine all the things you’d be liable to worry about to a trusted system where you know they’ll get taken care of, so you can spend the rest of your time without worrying.
8. Get it Wrong the First Time
Give yourself a set amount of time -- say, an hour -- to do the job, no matter how poorly. Let go of your perfectionism and just do as well as you can in the set time. You may have to go back and fix it, but you’ll be charged up by knowing the “heavy lifting” is already done.
9. Keep the Lines of Communication Open
Let the people closest to you know what’s going on in your work life when things get hectic, so they don’t feel like your lowest priority or worse, suddenly abandoned. And keep your ears open to hear what they tell you, too.
10. Be Honest With Yourself
This is the hardest one, but also the most necessary. Part of your weekly review should be to ask yourself “Am I happy with all this?” And follow up by looking at how well you’re doing of balancing everything.
Sources:
Lifehack.org September 3, 2008
Today’s employers seem to want more of your time than ever. In the U.S., the average worker puts in 55 hours a week. Meanwhile, text messaging, cell phones, and Blackberries can keep you tethered to the office even when you’re technically “off-duty.”
How can you keep up with your always-on career and still find time to do what you need to do at home, spend time with your family, enjoy some kind of social life, and just plain relax?
1. Attitude is Everything
No matter how much you love your job, no matter how big a part of your life it is, ultimately you need to be able to “turn it off” and spend some time not working. This is hard for many people, because their work is an important part of who they are as people. This can be admirable, but an always-on-the-job attitude can be harmful in the long run.
2. Keep a Rational Schedule
The more you’re trying to juggle, the more important it is to make a good schedule and keep to it. Block out all your work and non-work commitments and make sure to allow plenty of downtime and non-work time.
3. Learn to Say “No”
If you’re having trouble keeping on top of everything going on in your life, it may be that you’ve committed more time than you have. Make a point of seriously considering any request that comes your way, and double-check your schedule before taking anything else on. When it’s too much, don’t be afraid to refuse.
4. Enjoy List-Free Time
Stop making lists of things to do in your off-time. When your non-work time feels like just so much more work, then stop. Drop the list for a day or two, and take things as they come.
5. Keep it Organized
There’s nothing worse than finding yourself faced with overtime or extra working days because you didn’t get enough done at work.
6. Batch it
Batching tasks can be a great way to get more done in less time. You’ll work faster and better because your mind is only on one thing, and when it’s done, you can forget it.
7. Clear Your Mind
Do whatever it takes to confine all the things you’d be liable to worry about to a trusted system where you know they’ll get taken care of, so you can spend the rest of your time without worrying.
8. Get it Wrong the First Time
Give yourself a set amount of time -- say, an hour -- to do the job, no matter how poorly. Let go of your perfectionism and just do as well as you can in the set time. You may have to go back and fix it, but you’ll be charged up by knowing the “heavy lifting” is already done.
9. Keep the Lines of Communication Open
Let the people closest to you know what’s going on in your work life when things get hectic, so they don’t feel like your lowest priority or worse, suddenly abandoned. And keep your ears open to hear what they tell you, too.
10. Be Honest With Yourself
This is the hardest one, but also the most necessary. Part of your weekly review should be to ask yourself “Am I happy with all this?” And follow up by looking at how well you’re doing of balancing everything.
Sources:
Lifehack.org September 3, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Oh Dear...
*giggle, giggle*
In case you missed any of it: Transcript of prank call between Sarah Palin and "The Masked Avengers"
GET CLEAN® PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS
Of course I already know this because I use the products everyday but some of you may need proof:
GET CLEAN® PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS
A number of Get Clean® products were tested by an independent laboratory against name-brand products purchased at retail outlets. Here are the results:
Basic H2® Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate
• Cleans 45% better than Pledge® Multi-Surface Clean & Dust™ Wipes on vinyl flooring(1)
• One 16-oz bottle equals the cleaning uses of 5,824 bottles of 26 oz. Windex®(2)
Dish Wash Concentrate (Liquid)
• Twice as effective on grease as Method® Dish Soap and Seventh Generation® Natural Dish Liquid(3)
Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate
• It takes more than 2-1/2 boxes of Cascade® 45-oz. powder to clean the same 48 loads cleaned by one pouch of Get Clean® Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate(4)
Fresh Laundry Concentrate HE Compatible (Liquid)
• Outperforms Shout® Advance and rivals Spray’n Wash® with Resolve Power on spot removal(5)
• 30% better at removing soil and stains than All® Small and Mighty® Free Clear HE in high-efficiency washers(6)
Nature Bright® Laundry Booster and Stain Remover
• Outcleans OxiClean® on grass stains by 60%(7)
Soft Fabric Concentrate
• Rivals Downy® April Fresh Ultra Concentrated Fabric Softener Liquid at de-clinging static(8), plus you use only one third the amount(9)
Soft Fabric Fragrance-Free Dryer Sheets
• Rivals Bounce® Fabric Softener Sheets with Febreze® at reducing static cling(10)
Notes: All the comparisons mentioned above are valid only for the named product(s) marketed at that time. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
1. Performance comparison done February 7, 2008.
2. Label comparison done June 6, 2008.
3. Performance comparison done June 6, 2007.
4. Label comparison done June 6, 2008.
5. Performance comparisons done August 9 and January 31, 2008, respectively.
6. Performance comparison done January 28, 2008.
7. Performance comparison done January 31, 2008.
8. Performance comparison done January 21, 2008.
9. Label comparison done January 21, 2008.
10. Performance comparison done January 21, 2008.
GET CLEAN® PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS
A number of Get Clean® products were tested by an independent laboratory against name-brand products purchased at retail outlets. Here are the results:
Basic H2® Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate
• Cleans 45% better than Pledge® Multi-Surface Clean & Dust™ Wipes on vinyl flooring(1)
• One 16-oz bottle equals the cleaning uses of 5,824 bottles of 26 oz. Windex®(2)
Dish Wash Concentrate (Liquid)
• Twice as effective on grease as Method® Dish Soap and Seventh Generation® Natural Dish Liquid(3)
Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate
• It takes more than 2-1/2 boxes of Cascade® 45-oz. powder to clean the same 48 loads cleaned by one pouch of Get Clean® Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate(4)
Fresh Laundry Concentrate HE Compatible (Liquid)
• Outperforms Shout® Advance and rivals Spray’n Wash® with Resolve Power on spot removal(5)
• 30% better at removing soil and stains than All® Small and Mighty® Free Clear HE in high-efficiency washers(6)
Nature Bright® Laundry Booster and Stain Remover
• Outcleans OxiClean® on grass stains by 60%(7)
Soft Fabric Concentrate
• Rivals Downy® April Fresh Ultra Concentrated Fabric Softener Liquid at de-clinging static(8), plus you use only one third the amount(9)
Soft Fabric Fragrance-Free Dryer Sheets
• Rivals Bounce® Fabric Softener Sheets with Febreze® at reducing static cling(10)
Notes: All the comparisons mentioned above are valid only for the named product(s) marketed at that time. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
1. Performance comparison done February 7, 2008.
2. Label comparison done June 6, 2008.
3. Performance comparison done June 6, 2007.
4. Label comparison done June 6, 2008.
5. Performance comparisons done August 9 and January 31, 2008, respectively.
6. Performance comparison done January 28, 2008.
7. Performance comparison done January 31, 2008.
8. Performance comparison done January 21, 2008.
9. Label comparison done January 21, 2008.
10. Performance comparison done January 21, 2008.
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