tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70423829258621627172009-07-09T15:44:46.469-04:00Shop Lighter Side.com for the perfect inexpensive gift. Lighter Side offers funny T-shirts, famous brand collectibles, plus holiday decorations and personalized gifts.Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10897381127611510937noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042382925862162717.post-79508495760659874132009-07-06T05:00:00.001-04:002009-07-06T05:00:36.210-04:00

"The Greatest Picture in the History of Entertainment." That was the tagline when The Wizard of Oz was released in 1939 and it might hold true even today. The film will be 70 years old next month and it's still one of the best loved American movies of all time. And it was a special effects miracle! Where else could you see a massive tornado, a horse of a different color, flying monkeys and a

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Last week, I counted down my top five picks of summer fun activities for kids. This week, I wanted to see what I could find to keep the adults occupied during the Dog Days. So, here's my top five countdown for adult summer fun:#5 - Put a new spin on your golf game! Our Bandit Golf Balls will shock and amaze everyone on the course. They're specially designed with a reactive core, aerodynamic

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School's out, which means it's time to find something for the kids to do with all those free hours. With no time to spare, I came up with my top five countdown of Picks For Summer Fun:#5: Make Something Frosty! Kids always want something icy and sweet on a hot summer day. Here's a great way to keep them busy and give them their favorite treats at the same time. The Freeze Pop Machine lets you

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There are always little messes at parties. Guests don't mean to, but sometimes they spill things and drop things. One at a time, these accidental puddles and blobs of food debris are easy to deal with, but afterwards, your house can be in shambles. There are carpets to spot-clean, gooey spots of who-knows-what to scrub off of floors and just general clutter. So, not being a housework queen, I

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Father's Day is approaching, and being the local "gift guru", I've been getting cries for help from people who don't know what to get for their dads this year. "The tie is tired," said one of my friends. Another wants to get something silly or fun for her dad. So, I dug through my gift bag and came up with a few ideas for special, unique and fun ways to honor Dad on his day.My friend's comment

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Earning a degree is hard work. There are classes to attend, books to read, equations to solve, facts to memorize, papers to write and exams to pass. Just thinking about it wears me out! For all that effort, I think graduates deserve something very special to commemorate and celebrate their victory. Maybe I'm dating myself by saying so, but I have quite a few friends with kids who are graduating

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The buzz right now is all about Twilight, the first in a series of vampire novels written by Stephenie Meyer. I borrowed a copy from a friend to see what all the excitement is about. Although the books are aimed at older teen readers, I have to admit, it was a page turner. The ending definitely makes you want more, and Meyer obliges her fans with three follow-up books in the series. The

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Do you remember the first Earth Day? It was April 22, 1970, when my generation was first awakened to the idea of becoming more environmentally responsible. Hopefully, you’ve been practicing the mantra of “reduce/reuse/recycle” all these many years and helping to preserve our planet. If not, it’s never too late to start--and I can help! Reduce food waste. Food is expensive. There’s nothing worse

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I love housecleaning. I love it about as much as I love prying gum off the bottom of my shoe—one of those little annoyances in life.  Nevertheless, it has to be done.  But I’m going in fighting!  I’m arming myself with the best defense of all—a sense of humor so that my most “un-favorite” thing doesn’t get the best of me! First, I put on my official housework uniform.  This keeps the grumbling

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Each day, the breeze blows a little warmer, the grass gets a little greener, and the sun shines a little brighter—all signs that we’ve entered my favorite season, Spring!  Now that the windows can stay open, I’m excited to hang up my new songbird wind chimes.  Their tinkling sounds are a pretty reminder of our beautiful feathered friends who are on their way back to their familiar homes.  As a

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Did you know that you can become a collector of something without even realizing it? For instance, one year I bought a unique turtle paperweight made of cobalt glass. My grandmother saw it and remembered that she had a brass turtle tucked away that someone had given her decades before. Since she had really had no use for it, she gave it to me to keep my purchase company. Enter my sister, who saw

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What a long winter this has been. Those beautiful dustings of fresh sparkling snow are now just masses of muddy slush and ice—enough already!  During these last few weeks of Winter, I keep my spirits up by reminding myself that Spring is just around the corner.  But I have another little trick, too.  Nothing adds a little sunshine to my day like wearing something cheery.  No need to go out

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St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and I can’t wait! It’s one of those crazy “holidays” that we celebrate—and we don’t know why! But it’s an excuse to decorate, give nice gifts and have a little fun, and you know I’m for all of that! Here are some Irish things for your home to set the St. 7:59:56 AM" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px;

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Although I’m far from being a jet-setter, I do travel quite a bit in my job, so I’m always looking for things that will lessen the little inconveniences of being “on the road.” For example, I love this Flamingo Tote Bag. It’s roomy enough for all my essentials, plus the design is so bright and cheery, it perks me up no matter how dreary my surroundings. The M&M’s Umbrella is nice and compact for

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My sister called me in a panic the other day.  The elementary school PTA is planning a fundraiser bake sale, and Sis is one of the designated bakers.  Now, my sister is many things, but a baker is not one of them.  When we were kids, our Mom tried to teach us the finer points of baking, but Sis was always more into licking the spoon than learning how to make the perfect meringue.  I, on the other

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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and you’ll want to have the perfect gift for that special someone. I’ve been out there searching for unique ways to help you say “I Love You,” and I think you’ll be delighted with what I’ve found. Do you wear your heart on your sleeve?  Wear it on your T-shirt as well with a statement from your favorite icon.   If the only way to his heart is roundabout

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Old Man Winter has certainly made himself known these past few weeks!  Most of us venture out only if we have to, choosing instead to huddle inside our homes.  But still, the chill seems to find us on those extra-cold days and nights, so I’m sharing a few of my ideas for warding off the cold. Snuggle underneath a throw.  Select your favorite and add some pizzazz to your decor at the same time!

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This year’s Super Bowl is being hosted by Tampa Bay, which is right in my backyard. It’s always fun to be able to head to the stadium for the big game, but for most of us, the closest we’ll get to this annual gridiron extravaganza is the view from our TV. And that’s OK, because we’ve got what you need to make your Super Bowl celebration fun and memorable. Slip into the Beer Holder Sweatshirt,

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It’s a turning point for our country, as we prepare to inaugurate the first African-American president.  No matter what your political affiliation, you have to feel the excitement in the air, and the changes that this historic election could mean for our nation and the world.  We at The Lighter Side® urge you to rally around our new leader and his chosen staff, and support them as they guide our

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January is when we take a look at our lives, and decide what we’d like to change or accomplish in coming 12 months. This week, I’m focusing on how The Lighter Side® can help make some of the most common New Year’s resolutions a reality. Get Healthy!  Break those bad habits!  Our hypnosis DVDs by successful therapist Susan Hepburn can be instrumental in helping you conquer your addiction to

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Now that most of the hustle-bustle of the holidays is over, you just might have a few minutes to yourself. While there will always be closets to clean and errands to run, it’s really important to take some time to unwind and de-stress. So, brew yourself a cup of tea, clear a spot on the table, and get started on a jigsaw puzzle! A few tips: Find a spot with good lighting and plenty of room to

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I know a group of friends who make the pilgrimage to Graceland every year for Christmas. It’s a holiday tradition for them, where they relish the spectacle of the hundreds of blue lights along the driveway, the life-size Nativity scene, Santa and his sleigh, and many other decorations once owned by the King.  Their trip also includes a tour of the mansion, decked out in holiday splendor, with red

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While having coffee with a friend, I noticed her two kids playing in the next room.  They were attempting to play a new electronic game with many parts and complex instructions.  The kids spent a good deal of time setting up the game, sorting out the components, reading the rules, and arguing over the right way to play.  Within a few minutes, they had abandoned the effort, and they came in the

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The holidays are a time for visiting friends. Some we see often, and some we see only during the holidays. To make those visits more memorable, here are a few ideas for “hostess gifts” that will delight their senses, without breaking your bank! Start a new tradition with the search for the Christmas Pickle! According to an old German legend, it gets hidden among the branches of the Christmas

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Can you believe we’re approaching the end of another year? It seems like just yesterday I tacked my new 2008 calendar to the wall and marked off the first days of January.  Speaking of calendars, I’ve been on the look-out all year for some unique and fun styles that you will love giving as gifts, or purchasing for yourself. Is humor your style?  Comic strip fans will love starting the day out

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