Author Archives: Michelle

Samantha

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Michelle

Finally, I’m making a post. Hopefully, I will be better at making posts. My last post may have been prior to Samantha’s birth. So much to share. Samantha is nearly twenty months. Every day is a new adventure and very … Continue reading →

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Google Chrome (BETA) for Windows

Posted on September 2, 2008 by Michelle

Google Chrome is a browser that combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier. One box for everything Type in the address bar and get suggestions for both search and web pages. Thumbnails … Continue reading →

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Michael Phelps – 2004 Autographed Trading Card (sold for $500)

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Michelle

The talented Michael Phelp’s – the shining star in swimming shattering multiple records. Stats on the Phelp’s 2004 trading cards in circulation: about 5,000 “common” cards not bearing the American swimmer’s autograph 300 are autographed Phelps cards – the market … Continue reading →

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Beijing Olympics – Faked ‘fireworks’ at opening ceremony

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Michelle

Pre-recorded footage was used to showcase the dramatic opening ceremony fireworks show. From CNN – Fireworks that burst into the shape of 29 gigantic footprints were shown trudging above the Beijing skyline to the National Stadium near the start of … Continue reading →

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LA Galaxy News

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Michelle

Coaching transitions – hopefully will conclude the seven game winless streak. Cobi Jones will be stepping in as the interim coach. The strongest players on the LA Galaxy are forwards: David Beckham and Landon Donovan. Ruud Gullit has resigned as … Continue reading →

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Beijing Olympics | August 8 – 24

Posted on July 9, 2008 by Michelle

Looking forward to the Beijing Olympics.  It’s exciting to see the US Athletes breaking records, especially in my favorite sport of swimming.  Michael Phelps is continuing to master his technique and setting records he’s constantly breaking.  Plus, Dara Torres, at … Continue reading →

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San Diego State University – Drug Bust

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Michelle

“A drug ring operating out of San Diego State University was broken up today after a five-month sting operation, resulting in the arrests of nearly 100 people, many of them college students accused of selling drugs to fellow classmates, the … Continue reading →

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>75% of new mom’s breast-feed their infants

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Michelle

CDC: 3 out of 4 new moms in US now breast-feed their infants Positive news considering the health benefits to infants that are breast-fed.  The increase is up in ethnic categories as well, most noteablely the African-American population.

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Tropical Smoothy – Blender Fix

Posted on April 25, 2008 by Michelle

So I broke the blender, then with the help of Jason and a screw driver fixed it. Looking forward to more delicious smoothies. They are definitely tasty.

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Nalgene to phase out hard-plastic bottles

Posted on April 18, 2008 by Michelle

Yikes, we have a Nalgene water bottle. I won’t be using it anymore. Containers made with bisphenol A chemical linked to health risks. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24200402/from/ET/

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