March 2012
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“[Happiness is] knowing what your highest strengths are and deploying those in...”
– Wise words by Martin Seligman. Love, Nik
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Jeans or Shorts? →
Everyone has this dilemma occasionally: is it jeans or shorts weather out there today? This site can detect what the temperature is where you are and gives you the verdict. The only question is, when is it ‘jorts’ weather…? Love, Nik
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Best year of your life is 33, survey says →
Well, I guess we have something to look forward to then, eh? Love, Nik
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Small Demons →
I know there are a number of voracious readers on LWS, so I’m thinking that this new site called Small Demons may come in handy.
The site allows you to search the “Storyverse” for the people, places and things mentioned in the books you read. For example, every pop culture reference, song mentioned, character, etc. whether real or fictional are all listed here.
So, you can...
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Mad Men in a New York Minute →
Not able to watch the return of Mad Men last night? Adweek put together a 1min compilation of the season opener if you can’t resist and need a snippet! Love, Nik
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10 Ways to Relive the '90s Online →
Goosebumps, Magic Eye, No Doubt, Geocities… c’mon, you can’t tell me you girls don’t get nostalgic over some of that stuff, right? Well, apparently we can all relive the glory of the 1990s online with these sites. Hah! Love it.
I’m personally saving the commercials, Tumblr and music video links to my RIL list for a good guilty pleasure session. Love, Nik
Popcorn Is Packed with Antioxidants →
Is popcorn a health food? Not quite, but according to a new analysis, you shouldn’t be so quick to dismiss its nutritional benefits. I eat a TON of popcorn- it’s my go-to crunchy snack, so this is good to know! -AI
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DIY Confetti Eggs →
Easter is coming up soon and I think these DIY gold confetti eggs would be super fun to have for an Easter brunch with friends. Love, Nik
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Happiness is not a Destination →
An idea is not a design, but it is an invitation to a journey.
A design is not a prototype, but it is a plan for moving forward.
A prototype is not a program, but it is a test for your assumptions.
A program is not a product, but it is a milestone towards progress.
A product is not a business, but it is the first fruit of an idea.
A business is not profits, but it is a team behind your...
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Instagram for Android →
Here you go, ladies! Sign up to be notified when the Android app is available. Love, Nik
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How to Say No →
I’ve always had a really hard time saying “no,” so this article from Whole Living about “5 Steps to Saying No” really struck a chord. I particularly liked this bit about finding your “yes”:
Before you can even think about getting good at saying no, get clear on what to say yes to in life. If your yes is more time with your family, that will mean turning...
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Blind Prom →
This interview with photographer Sarah Wilson about her series on prom at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is really sweet. ~LP
I remember last year overhearing a conversation a couple was having as they were reuniting before prom. She grabbed his hand and ran his fingers along the sequins of her dress, to the curls in her hair, and to the strand of pearls around her neck....
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What's Your Learning Style? →
I took this quiz with my middle school students today and thought it was pretty cool! Go for it! -AI
Why Bilinguals Are Smarter →
Being bilingual makes you smarter and can have a profound effect on your brain. LP- you win life! xo, AI
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Control of Birth Control →
All of this talk about birth control in the media lately has been controversial and has definitely brought the topic back to top-of-mind. This infographic by Good Magazine looks into the state of birth control coverage and where people stand on the issue. Thought you LWS ladies may find it interesting. Love, Nik
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Watch Fiona Apple Perform Two New Songs at SXSW →
I haven’t had a chance to watch these yet, but I know there are some Fiona Apple fans here at LWS so I wanted to share! Pitchfork posted some videos of Fiona performing new songs at SXSW. What do you ladies think? Love, Nik
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The Many Health Benefits of Having a Dog →
Thought this was a good article & wanted to share. -AI
