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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In December
From my ISPs newsletter

Easy Goal Setting
http://dayzeroproject.com/ – Ready to set goals for the new year? You can create goal lists on this site and will be encouraged to come up with 101 things to do in 1,001 days. If you're not sure what to put on your list, check out the "Top 101 Things to Do" list or the "Idea Finder." Click on the "Features" tab and you'll find pre-set goals to choose from under various categories.

Movie Ratings for Kids
http://www.kids-in-mind.com/ – The holidays provide more time for kids to go to the movies and this site helps you determine which ones are appropriate for them to see. You'll find movie ratings based on three critical indicators—Sex & Nudity, Violence & Gore, and Profanity—along with detailed descriptions of exactly what is depicted in each movie. Discussion topics are also covered.

Cookie Central
http://www.foodnetwork.com/ – The only thing that might be more fun than eating holiday cookies is making them and this site gives you dozens of delicious ways to do it. Check out the recipe gallery of "50 Fabulous Holiday Cookies," the cookie swap video, and other instructional videos featuring some of your favorite Food Network stars.

Budget-Friendly Gifts
http://www.homemadegiftguru.com/ – Looking for some thoughtful yet inexpensive holiday gift ideas? This site offers plenty of inspiration, especially if you're crafty. You'll find instructions for making things like gift baskets, food in jars, tie-dyed items, and homemade bath salts. You can also do a search for a gift you want to learn how to make.

Tips for Saving Energy
http://www.energysavers.gov/ – Now that cold weather is here, it's a good time to think about saving some cold cash on heating bills. Get practical ideas here for how to do just that, as well as other energy-saving tips. Check out the home, vehicle, and workplace sections, and click on the "Tips" tab to download the comprehensive Energy Savers Booklet that covers areas throughout your home.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks HOSS, keep 'em coming. This is one of my favorite threads. :)

Posted 12 years ago #
HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In January
From my ISPs newsletter.

Healthy Snacks
http://www.realsimple.com/ – Love to nibble between meals but worried your snacking habit will ruin your New Year's resolution to lose weight or eat healthier? This site serves up over 40 snack recipes that are low in calories and fat, yet high in fiber and protein. And good news—you'll be pleased to see some of your favorites here including cookies, popcorn, and even a latte.

Practical Travel Search
http://www.hipmunk.com – Sure, you can sort flight options by the usual categories of price, duration, and arrival and departure times. But in addition, this travel search site lets you sort by "agony." A visual timeline makes it easy to see your choices from least to most agonizing, and to sort by other criteria as well. Use the hotel function to find details on hotels and their surroundings.

Discover New Entertainment
http://www.tastekid.com/ – Here's an easy way to discover new music (as well as books, movies, and TV shows). Just enter one of your favorites and get back a list of others you might like. You can even do "cross-searches" such as getting music suggestions by entering your favorite movie. Click the links to learn more about each suggestion, then comment, search for additional recommendations, and share on social media.

Creative Project Funding
http://www.kickstarter.com – On Time magazine's list of the 50 Best Websites of 2011, Kickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects. Browse the site to learn about ventures that just might be the next big thing in art, fashion, film, or music. Check out the featured projects, or search by category or city. If you see an interesting project, you can contribute as little as $1 to its development.

Posted 12 years ago #
Dana
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Thanks much for the good links, HOSS. (Kinda green on the forums, hi. *waves*)

I just jumped into the DayZeroProject and dropped a few things in there - I usually suck at sticking to plans but this year I'm determined to stick it!

I used to love freerice.com - never understood how the donation bit works but it was really great for keeping the little grey cells active. Wouldn't be bad to go back. :)

Khanacademy.org is a look see for later, need to make hay while the sun is up.

While I'm here though, has anyone ever been on librivox.org? It's a site where people volunteer to record audio books for free. I've only been the once, but think volunteering would be nice (I'm shy). Cheers for now.

Posted 12 years ago #
Campy
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Thanks HOSS. I just found this topic and will be following it in the future.

I have one correction for a link you made in August about the best time to buy. The link you provided just gets to the front page of the site. I had to do some searching to find the appropriate article. Here is link to the appropriate blog: The Best Time to Buy Guide for 101 Products

Posted 12 years ago #
HOSS
Member

Thanks for the assist Campy. :)

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In February
(from my ISP's newsletter)

Mardi Gras Recipes
http://allrecipes.com/ – Get ready for Fat Tuesday/Mardi Gras by visiting this site. It's loaded with recipes and videos for all your Cajun favorites including gumbo, dirty rice, blackened catfish, and king cake. Many of these recipes are highly rated by readers who have tried them. Check out the reviews, add recipes to your recipe box, or share favorites with friends.

Watch Flights In Progress
http://flightaware.com/ – Next time you're picking someone up at the airport, visit this sophisticated flight tracking site, which offers detailed information on the status of commercial flights. Just enter the flight specifics and see a map that shows the flight in progress. While you're there, check out the home page for at-a-glance delay news and the photo section for dazzling aircraft shots.

Free Credit Tools
https://www.quizzle.com/ (secure connection) – Just like going to the doctor periodically for a checkup, you need to track your credit to understand your financial health. This site, recommended by CNN, The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today, provides tools and information to help you better understand your credit. Get a free credit report, free credit score, credit improvement suggestions, and more.

Build Your Vocabulary
http://www.vocabulary.com/ – Quick, what does "adumbrate" mean? Not sure? Then you'll want to check out this website to learn this word and more like it. The site offers a fun way to improve your vocabulary by answering multiple-choice questions. If you sign up for an account, the site will track your vocabulary and present new words you probably don't already know.

Panoramic Travel Views
http://tourwrist.com/ – This innovative site lets you take a 360° look at all kinds of travel spots and events worldwide. The 360° experience allows you to see these locations like you've never seen them before. When you find something you like, the site makes it easy to share through social media or email. You can even create an account to shoot and post your own panoramic views.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks HOSS will check these out when I can. The panoramic travel views look cool.

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In March
(from my ISP's newsletter)

See Yourself In Vintage Style
http://www.yearbookyourself.com/ – How would you look in the hairstyles and clothing from past decades? It's fun to find out on this site, which lets you take your photo and place it in vintage yearbook shots from the '50s, '60s, '70s and beyond. Just picture it—you with Farrah hair, or a groovy headband, or Buddy Holly glasses. Create hysterical portraits and then share them on Facebook.

Can't Recall What's Recalled?
http://www.saferproducts.gov/Default.aspx – It seems like every time you turn around, there's another product recall in the news. By visiting this site, you can easily search for recalls by product category including dishwashers, appliances, space heaters, children's products, and toys. You can also file a report on an unsafe product that you've discovered.

Best Recipes, Best Chefs
http://cookeatshare.com/ – They have to be three of the best verbs around—cook, eat, and share. Billed as the world's largest kitchen, cookeatshare.com is boiling over with culinary content. Find the world's highest rated recipes, share recipes with family and friends, connect with the world's best chefs and subscribe to their recipes, and organize and manage your own recipes.

Grow Your Garden Knowledge
http://www.garden.org/ – March is a great month to plan your spring planting. At this National Gardening Association site, you can dig up all kinds of fresh ideas for your landscape. It features expert advice on flowers, food gardens, lawns and ground covers, trees and shrubs, and much more. You'll also find helpful tools like how-to videos, a pest control library, and plant care guides.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks HOSS

Posted 12 years ago #
Dana
Member

Thanks again for sharing, HOSS.

I lost this thread somehow earlier, now got it favourited. :)

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

I don't know whether this has been posted before. Just saw a news item about it on TV and thugh it would be worth sharing with the community:

Teleport yourself in Visions of Our Communal Dreams!

Visions of Our Communal Dreams is a beautiful new media art installation blending virtual, physical and networked environments that explores issues of hybridity, embodiment and collective creativity in the Digital Age.

You can now join Visions of our Communal Dreams online, interact and play with other avatars, by following the instructions given via THIS link.

Posted 12 years ago #
HOSS
Member

Just realized I missed April. Not sure how that happened. Whoops!

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In May
(from my ISP's newsletter)

Enter The HGTV Green Home 2012 Giveaway

http://www.hgtv.com/ – This year's HGTV Green Home in Georgia blends a farmhouse design with modern amenities and eco-friendly features. For a chance to win this stunning home, enter the sweepstakes by June 1, 2012. (look for 'Green Home 2012 Giveaway' link on homepage)

Your Life Can Make Headlines

http://www.fodey.com/generators/newspaper/snippet.asp – This site is simply for fun. It lets you instantly generate your own "newspaper clipping" with the headline and article text you provide. You can then use the clipping on your Facebook page to announce big news in a creative way.

Need A Facebook Cover?

http://coverjunction.com/ – If you're still searching for the perfect cover image to use on your Timeline, check out Cover Junction. It literally covers everything from A to Z (abstract to zodiac) including cars, fashion, movies, quotes, and technology. You're sure to find one that speaks to you.

Paws To Make You Say, "Ahh..."

http://www.cutestpaw.com/ – This site claims to feature the cutest animal pictures around the world and it's hard to argue with that. Whenever you need a quick pick-me-up, browse through its adorable collection of cats, dogs, rabbits, and more. You can also share your own animal pictures.

Neat Sweet Treats

http://www.cupcake-recipes.com/ – It's a busy time of year for celebrations as family and friends gather for events such as graduations and wedding showers. At this site, you'll find lots of delicious and distinctive cupcake recipes to serve, along with photos for decorating inspiration.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks HOSS

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In June
(from my ISP's newsletter)

Fresh Recipes For Summer

Food.com – What's on the menu for your family this summer? If it's backyard entertaining, picnics in the park, and shopping at farmers' markets, you'll find new recipes here to fit the bill perfectly. Try the Chipotle Taco Burger, Creamy Corned Zucchini and Peppers, Greek Salad Skewers, or Frozen Cappuccino Bars.

Learn About Teen Challenges

notMYkid – The challenges kids and families face today are complex and have the potential to devastate lives and derail futures. This site provides facts and resources on topics including substance abuse, depression, eating disorders, safe dating, bullying, and Internet safety. Learn the warning signs and find out how to take action to help your child.

History Meets Mystery

mysteriousplaces – Who made the head statues on Easter Island? How was Stonehenge constructed? Why did the Mayans build pyramids? You can explore sacred sites and ancient civilizations around the world by visiting this site. If you want an even closer look, check out the travel information to help plan trips to these exotic destinations.

Keep Caring For Your Car

carcare.org – To keep your car safe, dependable, and on the road longer, you need to keep up with recommended maintenance. This site can help by building a service schedule for your car when you enter the make and model. You can even have service reminders emailed to you. Also, be sure to check out the "Ask the Tech" and DIY sections.

Civil War 150th Anniversary

National Park Service - The Civil War – Although 150 years in the past, the Civil War's causes and consequences still reverberate today. This new website from the National Park Service features an impressive collection of Civil War stories, photos, and illustrations as well as a timeline and map of battles. You can even get a firsthand account on Twitter by following @CivilWarReportr.

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Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks HOSS

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Anonymous
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aahi9jamSw&feature=related

Cadbury Jaffa Race 2012

25,000 Cadbury Jaffas roll down the world's steepest street, Baldwin Street, Dunedin, New Zealand each year in the name if charity.

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1207/S00272/patriotic-cadbury-jaffa-race-a-success-with-49560-raised.htm

Patriotic Cadbury Jaffa Race a success with $49,560 raised for charity

Jaffas sported a new black and white look today as they raced down the world’s steepest street – Baldwin Street – to mark the end of the 12th annual Dunedin Cadbury Chocolate Carnival and to raise funds for Parents Centres New Zealand and Cure Kids.

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In July

Picture Your Next Trip

http://www.trippy.com/?ver2=1 – This site is a lot like Pinterest except it's just for travel images. Trippy makes it easy to collect travel ideas from others as well as share favorite shots from your own vacations. To picture the possibilities, select a destination from the "Browse" menu and see places in that city that prompt rave reviews.

Shop With Purpose

http://www.we-care.com/ – You can support a cause you believe in simply by shopping or booking travel. When you start at We-Care.com, a percentage of what you spend at participating online merchants goes to the nonprofit, school, or association you choose. Simply search under "Merchants" to be linked to their sites.

Get Organized At Home

http://www.homespothq.com/?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1 – When you're a homeowner, there's so much to keep track of when it comes to maintenance like appliance manuals, paint colors, and supplies for repair projects. When throwing everything in a junk drawer no longer works, get organized here. This site will even send you email reminders about maintenance tasks.

British Food for Olympic Appetites

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/ – In case you want to eat like a Brit while watching the London 2012 Summer Olympics, you'll find plenty of recipes to choose from here. How about Shepherd's Pie? Or Toad in the Hole? Or Crispy Fish & Chips? You can end the meal with a traditional English dessert like Bakewell Tart.

Guinness World Records

http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/ – Olympic athletes aren't the only ones who set records. Explore the bizarre and amazing achievements by all kinds of people that are made official by Guinness World Records. From the longest nose on a living person to the longest single line of dancers, it's all on this site. Be prepared to have your jaw drop!

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In June
(from my ISP's newsletter)

What's Everybody Doing Tomorrow?

http://www.zapaday.com/ - The open news calendar – You may know what's on your calendar but what about everyone else's? This site tells you what's scheduled to happen tomorrow or another future day all over the world, in several categories including politics, culture, business, science, and sports. It's the most comprehensive public calendar on the Web.

Just Peachy Recipes

http://gapeaches.org/ – August is Peach Month and here's a site that celebrates this delectable summer fruit. Browse around to learn about the health benefits of peaches and pick up new recipes ranging from Peach and Prosciutto Pizza with Blue Cheese to Peach and Blackberry Pecan Crumble.

Back to School for Parents Too

http://www.schoolfamily.com/ – Children aren't the only ones going back to school. If you're a parent, you need to stay educated about your child's curriculum and other school issues. Here you'll find tips for parents of children from preschool to high school on promoting learning at home, working with teachers, using technology, and more.

Be a Smarter Shopper

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/index.htm – Consumer Reports is a smart place to visit before you make major purchases. It offers consumer news, product recalls and safety notices, buying guides, price ranges, and other valuable information—all to help you make more informed choices and get the best value for your money.

Quick! Find a Quote!

http://www.quotesdaddy.com/ – Just the right quote can make your next presentation more impactful or a friend's tough day more tolerable. You'll find quotes galore on this site, organized by topic and author. You can also sign up to get quotes of the day, share great quotes via Facebook, or add a random quote to every email you send.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks as always HOSS. :)

Posted 12 years ago #
Inas
Member

Cool Beans!

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HOSS
Member

Oops! Just noticed that I put June instead of August. That's what happens when you don't proof read. I simply copy and pasted the header from June and forgot to change it to August.
Dadburned newfangled contraption!

Posted 12 years ago #
Inas
Member

That's okay, HOSS, simply human nature.

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HOSS
Member

Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In September
(from my ISP's newsletter)

Brush Up on Paint Colors

http://www.voiceofcolor.com/ – Planning to paint this fall? This site is both aesthetically pleasing and immensely practical. You can learn about 2012-2013 color trends, play the Color Sense Game, use the Online Paint Visualizer, and find color inspiration. It's sure to give you the confidence to move beyond boring beige.

Here's to Honey!

http://www.honey.com/ – September is Honey Month and a great time to start using more of this naturally tasty ingredient. Buzz around for hundreds of recipes such as Bee Sweet Banana Bread, Caribbean Chicken with Honey Pineapple Sauce, and Beehive Cookies. You'll also learn about honey's health and beauty benefits.

Planning a Big Event?

http://www.spendji.com/ – Whether you're planning a reunion or a wedding, lots of people plus lots of decisions can add up to lots of stress. Spendji will help you set a budget, research costs, assign to-do lists, post key dates and reminders, and much more. It's an easy way to manage complicated events.

Look for Your Next Book

http://www.goodreads.com/ – Attention all bookworms! You'll want to bookmark this site and visit it often for suggestions on what to read next. Just enter the titles or genres you've enjoyed in the past and get instant book recommendations. You can also check out book discussions and have fun with book trivia and quizzes.

A Fully Loaded Car Site

http://www.edmunds.com/ – Fall is a smart time of year to research your next car purchase and get ready to take advantage of year-end deals. You'll find a comprehensive collection of car-buying resources parked at this site—including shopping tips, car comparisons, reviews and recommendations, and loan calculators.

Posted 12 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks for continuing this thread HOSS, much appreciated. :)

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Anonymous
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Thanks HOSS very good

Posted 12 years ago #
Inas
Member

Cool Beans...

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HOSS
Member

Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In October
(from my ISP's newsletter)

What's On The Way?

http://www.onthewayapp.com/ – Visit this site for help planning the stops on your next roadtrip. Simply enter the city you're starting from and your final destination, and you'll see a choice of routes. Pick one and up pops a map along with a list of stores, restaurants, and tourist attractions for each leg along the way.

Boo-tiful Halloween Costumes

http://spoonful.com/ – If you need some "scary good" ideas for Halloween costumes, check out this resource. From Rapunzel to a Washing Machine, you're sure to find a costume that fits your child's personality (and your crafting abilities). There are even last-minute outfits that can be thrown together fast.

Fall Recipes You'll Fall For

http://www.simplyrecipes.com/ – The leaves are changing and so should your recipes in order to take advantage of foods that celebrate the fall season. Browse through this recipe collection for dishes including Apple Cranberry Pie, Butternut Squash Risotto, and Spicy Pumpkin Soup.

Free Credit Score And More

http://www.creditkarma.com – Credit Karma provides truly free credit scores to consumers, along with related tools. Learn how you measure up to national averages and get advice on how to raise your credit score. You can also access offers that could save you money on your credit cards, auto loan, and more.

Yesterday's Technology

http://www.retronaut.co/ – This site's slogan is, "The past is a foreign country. This is your passport." Take a trip back in time to see technological tidbits such as a 1949 radio hat, a 1984 Macintosh computer ad, and a 1969 film predicting what telecommunications would be like in the 1990s.

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HOSS
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Sites Of The Month – Great Sites To Check Out In November
(From my ISP's newsletter)

Denture Your Dog

http://www.pedigree.com – Check this site out for guaranteed grins. Simply upload a photo of our dog and add your choice of teeth, costume, background, and text-to-speech message. Then share your crazy canine creation on Facebook or another popular site.

Real-Time Social Media Search

http://socialmention.com/ – What are people online saying—right this minute—about the topics you're interested in? Find out by entering a topic and getting real-time results from blogs, social media networks, and more. You can also sign up for free Social Media Alerts via email.

Gallery of Google Doodles

http://www.google.com – Google recently celebrated its 14th birthday, making it a good time to look back and enjoy the site's famous Doodles. You can browse through its extensive Doodles collection here, learn about the program, and even buy merchandise.

Christmas Cookie Collection

http://www.tasteofhome.com – Find recipes here for every type of Christmas cookie, from elaborately decorated cut outs to the quick-and-easy drop variety. Each recipe has a color photo plus reviews and ratings to help you plan your holiday baking. It's one sweet resource!

New Uses For Old Things

http://www.realsimple.com – Recycling isn't just about plastic jugs and aluminum cans. You can also find new uses for items sitting around your house, known as repurposing. This site features favorite repurposing ideas, like using an old matchbox to store needles and thread for a sewing kit.

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