ON THE JOB

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

FIRST JOBS OF FAMOUS PEOPLE
• Steve McQueen was a towel boy in a brothel.

• Danny DeVito was a hairdresser at his sister’s salon.

• Chris Rock was a busboy at a Red Lobster.

• Bill Gates was a page in the Washington state capitol building.

• Michael Jordan was a bellhop.

• Duke Ellington was a peanut vendor at Washington Senators baseball games.

• Walt Disney mashed apples in a jelly factory.

• Stephen King was a high-school janitor.

So, there's hope for me yet, huh? Maybe I can still become a STAR?

  

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TEDYBEAR2838 10/4/2011 8:31PM

Kewl I willgive that tomy trivia friends.Thanks Report Inappropriate Comment

TREKPURRSON 10/4/2011 3:13PM

You already ARE a in my eyes! Maybe Walt Disney had plenty o' time to DREAM while he mashed apples! Report Inappropriate Comment

A Soothing Soak

Monday, October 03, 2011

Feeling bad after a breakup? Wish your new coworkers had invited you to happy hour? Instead of drowning your sorrows in a tub of Ben & Jerry's, submerge yourself in a different tub altogether.

New research from Yale University shows that raising your body's temperature-say, by relaxing in a steamy bath-can make you feel less isolated. "As infants being held by our mothers, we learned to connect physical warmth with emotional well-being," says study coauthor John Bargh, Ph.D. "So merely feeling something hot against your skin helps you lose that lonely feeling.

  

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TREKPURRSON 10/4/2011 3:19PM

I'm with the first 3 girls-cannot sit down in a bathtub but LOVE a hot tub(with steps)---now I know WHY! Comment edited on: 10/4/2011 3:20:35 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

JUDITHANNIE 10/3/2011 1:38PM

I'm with starrparent can't do the bath tub but love a hot tub Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 10/3/2011 11:31AM

ThaT sure sounds good, but how do I get out of the tub?? :) Report Inappropriate Comment

STARRPARENT 10/3/2011 8:21AM

I don't normally take baths but oh does this make me!! I love going to the beach and getting into those hot tubs! Relaxing........ Report Inappropriate Comment

HOW TO FIND YOUR HAPPY PLACE

Sunday, October 02, 2011

Stop trying so hard! Setting out to make yourself blissful can backfire.

Women reported experiencing worse moods after reading an article touting the importance of joy and then immediately taking part in a fun activity. Setting higher expectations for happiness can actually lead you to feel less happy. The reason: We feel disappointed when we don't reach our own unrealistic standards.

To avoid that buzzkill, pause to savor little feel good moments - a nuzzle from your dog, a cute text from your guy, a spin through the park on roller skates. Enjoying the activities themselves, rather than because you think they are going to make you happy, is key.

Let it come naturally.

  

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TREKPURRSON 10/4/2011 3:16PM

Great tip-- for reminder of mindfulness! Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 10/2/2011 9:53AM

Such good advice.thank you! Report Inappropriate Comment

TRUE-NESS 10/2/2011 7:35AM

Amen! Report Inappropriate Comment

NUTRON3 10/2/2011 7:07AM

Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEAGLASSQUEEN 10/2/2011 6:45AM

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Get a natural glow

Saturday, October 01, 2011

Grapes are more than just a delicious snack. The fruit is also a great natural cleanser, according to Adrienne Luntz, cofounder of Native Remedies, which makes the SkinSave line of products. Simply split a few red grapes in half and rub them across your face for a minute, then rinse. The grapes' pulp contains malic and tartaric acids, which have a gentle exfoliating effect. You'll be amazed by how soft your skin will feel!

For even more antioxidant benefits - grapes are also a source of free-radical-fighting resveratrol-mash a handful in a bowl, apply them to your skin and rinse after 15 minutes. Toast your new radiance with a glass of red wine for a boost from the inside out!!

  

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GUILDWARSGIRL 10/1/2011 10:54AM

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Trivia

Friday, September 30, 2011

What was the very first item sold on eBay?













A broken laser pointer, for $14.83, in September 1995. At the time, eBay was called AuctionWeb.

You've heard the expression - "There's a sucker born every minute"...eBay takes that to the limit!!

  

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DMT1956 10/1/2011 4:08AM

hope all is well with you Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 9/30/2011 10:29PM

I enjoy selling on Ebay. I recently sold a used SD card for a camera. the camera broke and the new one took a different card. (Naturally) Report Inappropriate Comment

BUSYGRANNY5 9/30/2011 6:57AM

Cool trivia!!!! I am going to share this question with my high school gifted students this morning and see how long it takes them to discover the answer!!! Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment