Archive for May, 2009

Detroit Takes Game 2 of Stanley Cup Finals

465 days ago by Jeanne | Comment

The Pittsburgh Penguins suffered a crushing blow as they were easily beaten by the Detroit Red Wings in Game 2 of the 2009 Stanley Cup Finals. The defending champions now have a 2-0 series lead.

First of all, I know a lot of people are not pleased by the back-to-back games … More »
Awkward Family Photos

465 days ago by Jason | Comment

We’ve all had them. Those family photos that we wish we could go back in time and retake or just not show up for at all. I’ve got a family Christmas photo that catches me in an award-winning stupid grin, and also highlights my waistline as you can almost hear … More »
Where Do You Work?

465 days ago by Allison Boyer | 2 Comments

A writer’s space is often a snapshot of just how successful they can expect to be during their work time. Need convincing? Just look at my workspace evolution:

I started writing when I was in college. My workspace was a desk where I also did homework, and I shared the room … More »
Would You Hire You?

465 days ago by Darlene McDaniel | 2 Comments

So many of you are out there in the market competing for jobs. Prior to the unemployment rate increasing, HR departments were very good at communicating rejection to job seekers. If you applied, received an interview, typically you received a phone call or letter to let you know the status … More »
How to Monitor What People Say About You

465 days ago by Becky Scott | 2 Comments

There are so many web sites and blogs and forums and social networks out there that it’s just plain hard to keep track of everything that’s being said about your business. You can try to keep up, but after a while it just gets overwhelming. Before you know it, your … More »
Octomom Gets Reality TV Series

465 days ago by Jeanne | 1 Comment

Honestly, after all this hoopla over Jon and Kate Plus Eight, I am pretty sure that I can’t handle another reality TV show about a bunch of kids but it looks like it’s going to happen whether I like it or not.

Nadya Suleman, also known as Octomom, has signed a … More »
L.A. Convention Center readies for E3

465 days ago by Robin Parrish | Comment

We’re less than two days away from the official start of E3 here in sunny L.A., which begins on Tuesday (though a trio of major press conferences take place Monday). I got into town today and took a long walk around the Los Angeles Convention Center, where signs of E3 … More »
Edinson Volquez Set to Return for Reds

465 days ago by Stephen Kersey | Comment

Edinson Volquez, who has been on the disabled list due to a back injury, will make his return to the pitching mound on Monday against the St. Louis Cardinals. He hasn’t been able to pitch since May 16th.
Prior to last season, the Cincinnati Reds acquired Volquez in a deal that … More »
Steaz Energy Drinks

465 days ago by Wil Reagan | Comment

If you are looking for an energy drink that has some real healthy aspects to it, check out Steaz Energy. This energy drink is a fantastic choice for athletes or anyone looking for a healthy, organic fuel. Steaz provides a natural boost without highly refined sugar, artificial colors, flavors or … More »
UNCC Faces Football Delays

465 days ago by Allison Boyer | Comment

UNC Charlotte’s plans to launch a football program is facing problem after problem. Although the school recognizes the potential of such a sports program, the board of trustees might push back the plan.
The orginal plan was to launch the programs to be playable n 2013. Right now, however, the pre-sale … More »
House Season 5: Available for Pre-Order Now

465 days ago by Lynn | 5 Comments

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For those of us who are such huge fans of House that we own every season so far on DVD, here’s the chance to pre-order season 5. I’ve already ordered mine so I can keep my collection of House seasons complete.
The season 5 DDs will ship on August … More »
Home Workout vs. Gym Membership

465 days ago by Kris Jones | 1 Comment

If you’re pondering whether to go the home workout route or keep your gym membership, there are a number of considerations you should weigh. Be realistic and practical in each factor.
Pros of working out at home

huge time saver, no traveling to the gym
you will have easy/quick access to cold … More »
How to Quickly Make Money for Retirement

465 days ago by Stephen Kersey | Comment

Is retirement quickly approaching? Do you lack the optimal amount of retirement money? While this is a scary scenario, there are definite solutions. No matter if you never started your retirement savings or if you lost your retirement savings in the recent national economic downturn, quickly making money for retirement … More »
Carson Palmer Looking For Chad Ochocinco

465 days ago by David Kindervater | 1 Comment

A few weeks ago, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer sounded disgruntled and seemingly careless about the return of receiver Chad Ochocinco to Bengals’ minicamps and OTAs (I shared his sentiments). After all, Chad was MIA from “voluntary” workouts at a time when the team really needed to be forming some … More »
Lisa M. Maki Interview - BeliefNetworks

465 days ago by Stephen Kersey | Comment

Recently, I was fortunate enough to conduct an interview with Lisa M. Maki, the President of BeliefNetworks, Inc. During the interview, she discusses the past, current and future of BeliefNetworks, Inc., the startup company that was recently named as a Top 10 finalist for Startup 2009 and also made TechJournal … More »