Welcome

March 6th, 2012

ALKIE! My name is Tracy and I’m an alcoholic. This is where you’re supposed to say, “Hi Tracy!” I’ve been in recovery for nearly 19 years (September 23, 1988) and my life has changed so drastically since those gray, blurry days. I’m not very anonymous. It never made much sense to me that when you’re drunk you scream to all your neighbors, “I’M DRUNK! WOO HOO, LOOK AT ME! I’M DRUNK!” but when you get sober and go into AA, you whisper, “I’m in recovery.” So, let me just say, “I’M SOBER! WOO HOO, LOOK AT ME! I’M SOBER!” Okay, this being “A,” let me tell you about me….

BROTHERS I have three insane brothers. They’re not clinically insane–I’m pretty sure they don’t meet criteria for admission–but dig a bit and you’ll see.

CATS I’m not crazy about cats. I have one cat named Sabrina and she’s as indifferent to me as I am to her. I think she and I have an understanding (you stay away from me, I’ll stay away from you), but every so often, she wants me to pick her up. I don’t know why. She doesn’t enjoy it that much and she squirms to get away like seconds later, but I do it and pretend to be all smitten with my kitten. I guess I am, in a way, and I do love her. But I know I couldn’t tolerate another cat, and she probably couldn’t tolerate another owner.

DADDY When I was a little girl my Dad used to make the best toys! He carved them out of wood and they looked so real you’d think they were alive! And he was a good father. Once when I got lost he searched all over for me and eventually fell into a whale’s mouth. I had to go in there after him and….wait, that was Pinocchio and his Dad. My Dad was actually an architect. He designed houses and restaurants. We used to take camping trips and do sac races in the back yard. One day I got hit in the nose with a football. He convinced me that despite the swelling, I should go to the school dance because, after all, Davy Jones was scheduled to appear. Um, that might have been Marsha Brady and her Dad. Okay…my Dad worked as a reporter for a nationally syndicated newspaper. Sometimes he’d put on a cape and take me flying around the neighborhood, fighting crime and jumping buildings in a single bound. What memories!

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FRIENDS My friend Susan is the funniest woman in the universe. I can’t tell you how many times she and I have just sat around laughing our asses off. Her mother is even more certifiable. Susan is the best friend I’ve ever had. She is the person who taught me the true meaning of friendship and for that, I am forever grateful. It helps too that whenever I’m doing something idiotic she will say without flinching, “You are such an asshole.” I like that in a friend. I have very few friends, but the ones I do have are very, very close. I’ve recently discovered something about myself. I can be your friend all the way–scars, nightmares, fears, insecurities and secrets–or not at all. I cannot tolerate acquaintances. You are either my friend all the way, or you are just somebody I work with.

GAMES For me, there is only one: Scrabble. I am a Scrabble FREAK! I will play Scrabble at the drop of a hat and I will play for hours and hours and hours. Sometimes I even play with myself! Okay, let me re-word that. Sometimes I play solitare Scrabble. I cannot be beaten. I am the Scrabble Goddess. I fall asleep at night making up plays in my head and counting my score. For fun I sit around and try to name all of the 98 two-letter words. I have every Q word that you can play without a U memorized. I’ve addicted more than a few people to Scrabble….in particular, Susan, Dottie, and my ex-girlfriend, Lori. And I created monsters. They are champs in their own right but occasionally I have taken pity on them and let them win….*ducking*…..I amScrabble. Scrabble is me. Wanna play? Go to The International Scrabble Club website, sign up and come find me.

HOBBIES I love to make scrapbooks. I have wanted to do it since I was in my early twenties, but at 35, I finished my first book. It is, of course, Spencer’s baby book and it is awesome! I love scrapbooking because it takes me away from myself when things get hectic and re-focuses my attention on…well…me. Sounds strange, but it’s sorta like takin’ a stroll down memory lane and the way you can see things through hindsight. The memory of the event and feelings are there, but the edge has been taken off somewhat and you can really look into your past and see what a complete asshole you were. My other hobbies include reading, making webpages, and photography. I used to also say that writing was a hobby of mine. I do not say this anymore. I am now a serious fucking writer looking for literary agent representation.
Photography is a somewhat new passion and I’m still learning the ins and outs of working the freaking camera. I’m still shooting on auto-focus, but I think those other buttons do something and one day, I might just press one and see what happens to the universe. UPDATE: (6/03) I did press some of those other buttons and now I can only shoot on manual focus. My photos look like shit.

INTERNET The Internet has become, for me, a giant used car lot. This very site has been taken over by spammers who are busy day in and day out sending out millions of pieces of spam from gofuckyourself@crazytracy.com and wannagetareallybigdick@crazytracy.com I get over 3,000 emails a day from “failed attempt deliveries.” They have also infiltrated my blog. If Kim and I don’t keep on top of it every friggin’ day, the site gets lambasted with ads for online casinos, antidepressants, pain meds, diet pills, cheap vacations, etc., etc., etc. Recently I went away for a one week vacation and when I came back, it took me 90 minutes to download my mail. My computer finally just blue-screened and a small electric transloader exploded a few blocks away. What I really want you to take away from this page more than anything is this: If you get an email from buyallegracheaponline@crazytracy.com, it is not coming from me.

JOB I’m a Registered Nurse specializing in psychiatric nursing. I was working in the Psychiatric Emergency Room for a while, but got quickly burned out. (That’s not actually true. I HATED the people I worked with and the misery in that was palpable.) I’m now working on an inpatient psych unit and loving it and hating it at the same time. UPDATE: 9/2004 I am still working on that inpatient psych unit and I still love it and hate it at the same time, two years later. UPDATE 5/25/07: I no longer work on that particular inpatient psych unit. I spent another year there and then moved to North Carolina with Spencer. I just celebrated two years here at this new job and love it.

KARMA I am a firm believer in Karma. I believe with everything that’s spiritual that if you put negative energy out into the universe, you’re gonna get it back three-fold. Conversely, I believe the same happens with positive energy. If you’ve ever wondered why everything someone touches turns to shit, it’s because that person is crapping all over the universe, and boy does it hit the fan when it comes back. Do something nice. Do it for the sake of being nice. Do it because you want to do something nice for someone or for the neighborhood or for the country or for the universe. Kindness is its own reward, so expect nothing…and bless the spirits when it comes back three-fold.

LISA My sister Lisa is an amazing woman. She came to power as Europe’s first ever woman Premier and was the first Prime Minister in over one hundred years to win three consecutive terms in Office! She reversed the whole British economy and drove Britain out of decline, winning the Falklands War and defeating the power of the trade unions. Wait, that was Margaret Thatcher. Lisa was born in Chicago, Illinois, on October 26, 1947, daughter of Hugh and Dorothy Rodham. Her father owned a fabric store, and her mother was a full-time mother and homemaker. Lisa entered Wellesley College in 1965 (three years before she was born), went to Yale, and married Bill in 1975. Shit, that was Hillary Rodham Clinton. Well, take the two personalities, tough-as-nails bitches who don’t let anything get in their way, mesh them together, and you’ll have someone–I don’t know who, but it sure as hell isn’t my sister.

MOMMY My Mom is the most awesome person in the galaxy. When she brought me home from the hospital as a newborn, she was only 23 and already had three babies (ages 1, 2, and 3). Why she didn’t eat some of us at birth I’ll never know. Some people like to refer to my Mom as “the Maid of Orleans.” She was a patron saint of France and a national heroine, leading the resistance to the English invasion of France in the Hundred Years War. Damn it! That’s Joan of Arc.

NIECES & NEPHEWS In order of age, they are Tabrina, Christopher, Jeremy, AJ, Ashley, and Cameron. They are all multi-talented and have special powers. Some have telekinetic abilities and a few can even fly! Some have average, run-of-the-mill super-friend powers, like walking through walls or climbing up the sides of buildings, while others can make the weather change and suck energy out of someone’s body by a mere touch. Of course, I may be thinking of the X-Men, but my nieces and nephews are so talented, it’s easy to see why I might get them mixed up.

ORCHIDS I love flowers. I love all kinds of flowers, my favorites being orchids, gladiolas, tulips, carnations, and wild flowers. Unfortunately, a few years ago I developed allergies to anything that pollinates, except, strangely, orchids. So now, orchids are to me the most lovely flower in the universe, because I can have one, in the house, without blowing snot on the wall. (My family appreciates this as well). I never had allergies until I moved to Virginia a few years back and was subjected to my very first official Spring. Yes, we do have Spring in Florida, but not quite like the Spring that springs in Virginia. It’s like a deadly nasal virus hell-bent on squeezing you dry of your last breath and filling your sinuses and bronchials with a pollinated ooze that will, if left unchecked, choke you to the ground and suck out the last vestiges of purifying oxygen circulating vicariously through your lungs. You might be saying to yourself now, “This woman is seriously derranged” ”That’s horrifying!” But the doc told me that thousands and thousands of people who move to Virginia (and surrounding areas) who have NO HISTORY OF allergies, take one spore-saturated breath of Virginia Spring air and combust spontaneously. There are tales of several people just bursting into flames. I have proof of this if you don’t believe me. (Note to self: get proof of this). So, that’s why I love orchids. *curtsy*

PSYCHIATRY Like I said before, I am a Registered Nurse specializing in Mental Health and Addictions Treatment. If you took away all the political bullshit associated with this, and you also took away most of the doctors, and perhaps gave some of the nurses lobotomies, and maybe counselled the Social Workers and just went ahead and fired every fucking person alive in management right now, the job would be utterly perfect. That’s right. Just leave the patients. They rule my universe. They are the ONLY reason I even go to work. They teach me more about myself than anyone ever has before. And they transcend without effort anything I could say about them now. Good, bad or ugly, they make this career for me.

QUITTING I quit smoking on April 10, 2001. It hasn’t been that long, I know, but I think I’m over the worst of it. I didn’t kill anyone or scare any children. I didn’t peel the paint from the walls or break dishes just for the sake of hearing them crash. I never even got irritable! I did get a teensy weensy tiny winy wittle little bitty bit irritable. I think that irritablity might have caused my family (and pets) to dive into the nearest room when they saw me walking down the hallway. And it might be why they continue to talk to me in soft voices and give yield to whatever show I want to watch, whatever movie I want to see, whatever time I want to get out of bed, when I want to go to bed, to the bathroom, to the beach, and to the kitchen. The patch has helped a lot and sometimes I can go nearly the whole day without wearing it! And then, invariably, I see them….sitting quietly in a corner with their heads bent together and I can hear bits of whispers, “I’m not telling her! I told her yesterday. You tell her!” and “I’m not going through that again. I’ll just put patches in every room and hopefully she’ll get the hint without her head exploding.” I’m determined this time to quit for good, one day at a time. If only these patches weren’t so damn hard to light! (UPDATE 6/15/01: I’m still quit! I still haven’t started again! How the hell can you write this so that it makes sense? I’m still a non-smoker! No, because that implies that I never smoked at all. Okay, try this: I haven’t had a cigarette since 4/10. Update 10/01: I started smoking again. It’s all bin Laden’s fault, of course. I’m stressed out.
UPDATE: MARCH 18, 2002 I quit smoking again. It’s been about 15 days. I’m wearing the patch off and on. I figure bin Laden is a prick. Why should I waste precious lung cells on that fuck?UPDATE: JUNE 9, 2003 I am still a non-smoker! I think about it every friggin’ minute of the day…that smoke, that lovely inhale. FUCKERS! UPDATE: SEPT, 2004 I am still not (officially) smoking. I have smoked recently, though, after my grandmother’s funeral and I’ll have a puff with Kim here and there. I’m in denial maybe. UPDATE JUNE 2006: It’s amazing how much a fucking Bio can change in the course of someone’s life, isn’t it? I’m smoking my ass off. UPDATE MAY 2007: I quit smoking February 27th and used the patch. Then I started smoking again. It’s Tracy’s fault.

RELATIONSHIP My girlfriend and I have the same name. It doesn’t become a problem except at night when we’re having wild monkey sex and start calling out our own names. She’s the boss of me. I’m her bitch. Or so she thinks!

SPENCER After a rough first-year at the Creative Arts School, Spencer headed into sixth grade with more motivation than I’ve ever seen! He doubled-majored last year and did poorly, especially since his least favorite class was one of his majors (ART). But he pulled it off quite nicely by excelling in his other major (VOCAL MUSIC). He was hoping to go into instrumental this year, but the competition for that major is extreme and most of the kids take private lessons and tutoring for hours and hours outside of school. They suggested that Spencer take some private lessons before declaring INSTRUMENTAL as a major, but he doesn’t really have the motivation to do even that. He loves to sing and his voice is incredible. Unfortunately, as with all the boys at his school, his voice will change. He might not be able to continue his current major for very long, especially if his voice starts to drop and rise all over the place. He is such an awesome kid. (His personal webpage is no longer public and is available only to close friends and family members.) UPDATE 6/2006: Spencer just finished 7th grade, made the honor roll every semester and will be starting home-schooling next year. UPDATE 5/2007: He’s in 8th grade and hates it. Looking forward to High School. I hope he won’t be too disillusioned.

TRACY My parents were going to name me Kelly (and I wish they had). There are few people in the world that love their own names, I guess. But I really hate mine. It’s not a grown up name. It’s a little girl’s name or a clown’s name or a nickname for a new computer software program, like a spell-checker or a weather predictor. The name has its origin in Greek, of course, and means “unmastered” or “wild.” Did my parents research this? Nope. They just said, “Tracy’s a nice name,” and gave it to me like a birthmark that cannot be erased without expensive medical or legal procedures. Now the name Kelly, on the other hand, is a nice-sounding grown-up name with German origins. It means….well, it means farm-by-the-spring, but meaning is not the most important thing here. Sound is the most important. If your name is Rudolph, it doesn’t much matter that it means Famous Wolf. You’re still gonna take a lot of crap about it at school. (This letter should have been “tangent.”)

UNSOLICITED EMAIL …otherwise known as SPAM. (Okay, I’m reaching, but how many “U” words can you think of that are interesting enough to write about?) I hate unsolicited email. This tangent goes out to my favorite spaminator….and you know who you are: I have absolutely no interest whatsoever in enlarging my penis. If I even gave one shit about penises, I’d just go buy one at the sex shop, and I’d be sure to buy the right size in the first place. How the hell would you enlarge this penis anyway? With PVC pipe and duct tape? Ouch. Assholes.

VIRGINIA (IT SAYS VIRGINIA, NOT VAGINA)… We lived in Virginia for two years. It was wonderful to experience the seasons in all their splendor, and believe me, a Virginia autumn cannot be adequately described with the human language. One thing I do miss about Virginia is all the culture and history surrounding every little town. We lived just blocks from the Manassas Battlefield and we were minutes from D.C. We’ve seen the White House, the Smithsonian (where we saw the ruby slippers…thrill, thrill, thrill), the Mall, the Children’s Museum and so many other wonderful sites.

WRITING For the most part, the writing I’m doing now is concentrated on my blog.

(X-RATED) MOVIES X-rated movies? Well, not X-rated, but it was the only way I could cram my favorite movies into this long and windy autobiography. They are: 

The Color Purple
Gia
The Godfather I & II
Hannah and Her Sisters
Gone With The Wind
Fried Green Tomatoes
The Matrix
Shawshank Redemption
American Beauty
Deconstructing Harry
Practical Magic
The Sixth Sense

 

YUMMY & NOT YUMMY These things are YUMMY: Lobster, strawberries, chocolate, Ceasar salads, frosted mini-wheats, mushrooms, chocolate, bagels, grilled-cheese, popcorn, roasted peppers, deviled eggs, chips & spinach dip, watermelon, chocolate, and chocolate. These things are NOT yummy: Lima beans, Italian desserts, tuna casserole, chicken casserole, liver, dark chocolate, licorice (any flavor), and Starbucks coffee and anything else they sell. I love going to Starbucks. I love the artsy-fartsy atmosphere and the scents, but I can’t consume anything they make. It makes me gag.

ZODIAC I’m a Pisces, which, simply translated, means I’m an emotional hysteric most of the time. I don’t know much about horoscopes, but what I do know is that I fit that Pisces definition to a “T.” Pisces is a water sign, which implies that I can “go with the flow.” (Sorry, I had to say it). Water signs typically are able to “meld into” or “mesh” around whatever the environment is exhibiting at the time. And that can be an “emotional” environment as well. If I’m happy and then get around someone who’s depressed, I’ll pick up on that and become depressed myself. If I’m depressed and then get around someone who’s happy, more than likely they will piss me off with their cheerfulness and cause me to say hateful things. Okay, so I don’t always “meld.” Pisces people, especially women, are clay. They mold themselves to fit whatever feeling or situation that surrounds them. It’s not always good. A friend of mine pointed out that because Pisces are fish-people, if you pollute their environment, they’ll get sick. I once worked in the Cardiology Department at a Florida hospital where the staff was so dysfunctional and everyone was sleeping with everyone else’s spouse, it made me physically sick. The environment was so thick and heavy and caustic, I ended up with an ulcer…and I wasn’t even sleeping with anyone! No really, I wasn’t. I used to think everyone was like this…that nobody could function well in a tense environment day after day. I was wrong. Some people punch in and punch out and aren’t affected at all by what’s going on around them. Lucky bastards.

Here We Are Going To Be Talking About Different Games For Memory Enhancing

March 21st, 2013

There’s a lot of individuals out there today who have a bad memory but a thing that they never give much thought too is the fact that they can improve their memory by playing games. A number of you may be excited at the thought of playing your gaming console 24 hours each day as a way of improving your memory, but you need to realize we’re speaking about different kinds of games. In this post we are going to be talking about a few of the different games you can wind up playing which will help your memory, and also where you can find these games online.

Pattern II is the first thing we want to speak about as a way for you to start enhancing your memory. For those of you who remember Tic-Tac-Toe, you are going to find that this game will begin using the same type of board but they end up placing colored blocks in the squares, which generate a pattern in the board. They’re only going to show you the actual pattern for about one second, at which point they clear the board and you need to recreate the pattern using the colored blocks. When you first are playing this game you may find that it is not that challenging, but you ought to be aware that this gets incredibly difficult as you progress, mainly because they add more blocks and more colors as you go along.

Path Memory is another game which can end up having many beneficial effects for your memory. The basics of this game is that you are going to have to recreate a path that they generate which lead from one house on the screen to another house, and it just starts with three houses. When you first get started with this game you are going to believe that it is incredibly simple, but the first two levels will just have three and then four houses in them. Something I should point out about this game is that each level that’s cleared will lead to another house to be added to the path, which causes this game to get tough very fast.

Another game that is like the old Simon game that you may possibly have played is known as Five UFOs. This game offers you five UFOs on your screen that are of different colors, these UFOs will illuminate in a pattern and you simply need to recreate the pattern. A lot of you almost certainly understand that Simon would simply add one new color whenever a level was completed, but you ought to realize that this game offers an entirely new pattern at the end of each level. This is something that actually makes this game much more difficult than the previous two that we have talked about above.

These games can be extremely effective at helping men and women that are older maintain a sharp memory, however they can also be advantageous for younger people who need to develop their memory. For those of you wondering where you are able to actually play these gains you are going to see that they are available for free at improvememory.org. I should also point out they have a large variety of memory games available, and you may find that a number of the other games maybe more exciting for you than the ones we discussed in this article.

In This Article We Are Going To Be Checking Out The SNES/NES FC Twin Video Game System

February 19th, 2013

If you are like most people, growing up you almost certainly had a Nintendo or or quite possibly one of the Super Nintendo is that came out later, and many people still have these game systems. Something you should remember is that many of the family’s ended up having the two of these gaining systems, and even if the gaming systems do not work anymore you most likely still have the games. Even if your gaming console broke you should understand that you could still end up playing these games if you still have the cartridges, as there’s an option available for this. In this post we’re going to be taking a look at the SNES/NES FC Twin Video Game System, that will allow you to play Super Nintendo or Nintendo games.

As we already mentioned, this device will have the ability to permit you to play game cartridges that you might have for the Nintendo or the Super Nintendo System. Just like anything else in life the older units didn’t have a permanent shelf life that could make them last forever, which is just one of the reasons this device was developed to begin with. The controllers that come with this item are not like the original controllers that you had, although they do work you’re going to find that they end up feeling very light in your hands. If you don’t like the new controllers which come with this device you are going to see that you can still make use of the old controls which you have, or you can probably find some on Ebay.

You’re going to discover that the only games you’ll have the ability to play on this product will be games which have been licensed by Nintendo, so games like Gauntlet won’t be able to be played. Of course you ought to remember that this will not be a concern for the majority of individuals as almost all of the game’s individuals have are the original games made for the Nintendo Systems. One other thing I want to mention concerning this product when compared to the original consoles, is that if you pause the game for too long, over 5 minutes, the game may wind up freezing up on you causing you to need to start again.

Most of the reviews you’re going to find relating to this product really are good, obviously you will also find a few negative reviews relating to this as well. When you look into the overall review of this product you’re going to find that nearly all the 162 reviews have given this a four or five star rating out of a total five stars.

Many of you are most likely wondering what this device is selling for currently, and you could be happy to understand that it is only $42.00 if you opt to order this from Amazon. Another thing worth mentioning relating to this product is that Amazon will even end up shipping this to your home without charging you any additional shipping fees. For any person who would like to start playing their old Nintendo games again, this might be the best choice.

The Playstation 2 Is Still Your Best Option For A Gaming Console

January 21st, 2013

Maybe you have recognized that each time a new video game console comes out, that is what your kids say they must have. The 1st video gaming system I ever owned was the Atari 2600 and I even now have that model. I remember when I first received it on Christmas, and I used every waking hour playing those games. These days we all are all over our boys and girls about turning of the video games and going out so that they can get some exercise. Then not surprisingly after we tell them to go outdoors we will still end up getting them the latest game anyway. However we are going to offer you with a few reasons why you should stick with or even get the playstation 2.

While many men and women talk about the playstation 3, you will see that by getting the playstation 2 you will be able to save a good chuck of cash. You will recognize that if you buy it from Amazon it is possible to get it with no cost shipping for just $99.99. Should you buy the playstation 3 you’re going to be paying $300. This is not to say that there is anything wrong with the playstation 3, the truth is it can even play your DVD’s, even so an extra $200 to me doesn’t seem worth it.

A lot of you most likely are under the false impression that there are no new game titles for the ps2. And for those of you thinking that, you are completely wrong as they sill make game titles for the playstation 2, perhaps not as many as they used to create but they are still being manufactured. One other way you will be able to economize by getting a ps2 is because the games for this unit can be picked up for just $10, which is a good deal less than the nearly $50 for the ps3 games. If you break it down you will realize that for the very same money you can acquire 5 ps2 games or just one game for the ps3.

Another reason it is better to acquire the ps2 is because a lot of the games are generally older and your youngsters may have played them before. What this means is that they may basically get bored with playing the video game titles and go outside for a little while. This is something that may or may not happen, but it is worth a try if it can get your kids outside the house. And when you only buy them a couple of games for it, they will get bored in time. And in the event that they tell you that they are sick and tired of all the video game titles they have you can just go to the store and grab one more $10 game for them rather than shelling out 50 bucks.

These are simply a few reasons that the playstation 2 is a better option compared to the playstation 3. Honestly, I bought the playstation 3 when it first came out and wound up putting it on e bay to get rid of it. And I was very satisfied just going back to my ps2. While some stores in the shopping centers will still have the playstation 2 you will probably find it cheaper on Amazon. So to be honest, Amazon will be your best choice if you choose to buy this.

Quick Guide to Ladies Watch Purchasing

January 21st, 2013

Have you ever tried shopping for a ladies watch and then wanting to buy at least a dozen of them? The selection of different styles and designs borders on the insane because it’s so huge. If you do your shopping for a ladies watch online, you’ll even see a lot more selections than if you were to drive from store to store. Preferably you’ll want to find the watch online and then check out the different stores in your area to see if they carry that specific watch. Do you still need help finding that ladies watch? If so, keep reading because we’ve got some tips to help you out.

When you’re buying a new watch, you need to figure out what your purpose is as well as set a limit on the amount you are willing to pay. You need to make sure that you don’t go over the upper price limit that you set. Of course, buying something you truly cannot afford is your decision. By establishing your range of prices, you automatically eliminate a lot of watches, which makes your watch shopping go quicker and smoother. In addition, you can try creating a list of things you’d like to see in the watch you’re interested to buy. You’ll see that you can find a well-made watch at a good price if you do this.

It’s important to realize something about the famous name brand ladies watches and that is you will paying much more than necessary just because of the name on it. This applies to the majority of famous brand name products. Do you really want to pay more money just because it’s got the name of a popular brand and you’re not assured you’re getting a high quality product in the first place?

What you need to do is determine exactly what kind of watch you want to wear. Then perform a few searches online for ladies watches. You’ll find that there are many high quality ladies watches out there that aren’t name brands.

Is the ladies watch going to be a gift? Be forewarned that there’s very little room for error. The worst thing that can happen is that the recipient won’t say outright that she doesn’t like the watch you picked out for her. Unfortunately, she may not want to wear it either which will eventually cause some issues. You’ll need to make sure you do your homework well to prevent something like this from happening. Research what style she prefers in watches. If you can pull it off, you can even get this information by asking her directly during one of your conversations with her. You can weave this in casually so you’re not too obvious that you’re fishing for information. For a lot of people, a watch is a personal item that must be chosen with great care.

Finding a good ladies watch can be incredibly challenging. Once you know exactly what you want to get, then it becomes much easier. You might still have a lot to choose from but you’ll find what you want eventually. It is important that, if you aren’t feeling pressed for time, that you don’t try to rush yourself because this increases your chances of not forcing yourself to settle for less than you want.

If You Are Trying To Find A Gaming Computer The Acer Predator AG7750-UR22P Extreme Gaming Desktop Is A Good Option

December 25th, 2012

Finding the best gaming computer is something that loads of folks are trying to find these days because more an more folks are getting into gaming. You do need to understand that with regards to a gaming computer you are going to wind up having to pay a lot of cash. But if you’re really into gaming you will see that a gaming computer is something which will take your gaming to a higher level. And you’re going to find that the Acer Predator AG7750-UR22P Extreme Gaming Desktop is one of the best gaming computers on the market today.

This computer system even offers an appearance that you won’t see in other computers. You’re going to realize that this computer system does not have a standard computer tower look. This tower features a black and orange design and color scheme that really makes this look like something that is from the future. Although you’re going to love the look of this system you’re going to find that this system is really even more powerful than it looks.

The majority of computers have trouble dealing with gaming graphics with out having some type of lag in the game. The real power behind this gaming system will be the Intel Core i7 processor, Turbo boost Technology and also the 8 GB’s of ram. And if you have that type of power you’re going to realize that your gaming experience is a thing that you have never experienced before.

You will in addition be happy to understand that this computer also comes with a 1.5 TB hard drive. For individuals who are unaware that’s actually an amazingly huge hard drive for any computer. But it does not stop there as you’re going to find that with the easy-swap hard drive cages you’re going to have the ability to increase the storage of this computer to 8 TB’s. For those of you who like movies you will find that you’ll have the ability to store over 11,000 movies with the 8 TB’s of storage.

At this point we need to get to the price that you’ll have to pay to get a computer system like this. One thing you need to remember is that this computer isn’t for men and women who just want to surf the web. With that being said this is for folks looking for the best gaming computer that they are able to get their hands on. Having said that, you will recognize that if you decided to purchase this from Amazon you’ll have the ability to get if for just $2.399.99. If you have been a gamer you’re going to realize that this computer system is incredible.

The Rare and Unchanging Desirability of Silver Bracelets for Women

December 20th, 2012

Many don’t realize just how many silver bracelets there are available for women. The incredible richness of variety is more than amazing to say the very least. A style can be found for about any occassion. You can find plain ones for the minimalist in you or semi precious adorned with stones that will look terrific. You’ll find some great tips in this article about silver bracelets.

We want to review what you can do if you have the inopportune circumstances where your gorgeous silver bracelet becomes oxidized. What we mean by that is it has turned black or very dark. So don’t feel gloomy or panicky as this can be fixed rather easily. One thing you can do is keep your eye out for a specific kind of merchandise called Nevr-Dull. You will easily be fond of this, because it can eradicate the dark or black oxidation on your silver jewelry or bracelet. If you should ever put this marvelous merchandise to use, you’ll immediately see that your silver has been wonderfully reinstated to its innate shine and prettiness. Another spectacular advantage to using Nevr-Dull is that you can use it to take away any little scratches and surface scrapes should they be there. Don’t forget about your jewelry when you’re engaged in various recreational activities. Chlorine, for example, will turn silver into black, so be careful about wearing your bracelet when you go swimming! There is nothing very mysterious about this. You can’t circumvent the laws of chemistry. We care not about why it does so, just that it does so. It’s really safest to keep your silver away from any water, as mineral rich spring water can also alter it. Your jewelry can be altered in a few seconds, so remember to take it off when you’re going to get wet.

Let’s take a brief look at some of the more notable styles of silver bracelets women have to choose from. It’s possible that one of these will be something that would work well for you. First, there is the Anchor Chain design which has been a traditionally more masculine style; however, we have seen it adapted to a feminine style and design that looks just tremendous. If you like bracelets with an oval geometric design, you may appreciate this style.

Oval geometry can also be found in another design, called the Filigree link chain bracelet. What’s interesting about these bracelets is that each link will have its own particular design. Designs such as these can make for very attractive silver bracelets, so they are worth looking at. In general, you can keep your silver bracelets in top condition without expending a lot of effort. People who love silver jewelry often feel that its appeal only increases with the passage of time. That’s why people will always value silver.

The Atari Paddle Controller With 13 TV Games Is The Thing That I Will Be Checking Out Here

December 2nd, 2012

In 1977 the Atari 2600 gaming console hit the market and I am certain a large number of of you remember this fondly. The first video game to hit the market was pong, but shortly after that the Atari 2600 was introduced. In those days the Atari 2600 was the top of the line gaming console and everybody wanted one, and just about everybody got one. Now folks can re-live their past with the Atari Paddle Controller with 13 TV games, which is a thing that I actually bought.

There were some games that you could get for your Atari which you could only play if you had the particular paddles for that console. Most individuals remember the joysticks that came with the Atari, but the paddles were something which you had to purchase separately when the device first came out. Before too long Atari started offering their home gaming console along with the paddles. And these paddle games were something which most folks liked playing even more than the original pack man game.

Atari chose to generate a plug and play paddle system, and the reason I believe they did this is because the paddle games were so popular. You will be hard pressed to find a TV these days that do not have RCA inputs, and just so you understand that is what you will need to work with this system. If you don’t have a TV that has this sort of input because the TV is very old then you’ll not have the ability to use this system. Obviously there are not many men and women that have a TV that’s over 10 years old so this will not be an issue for many men and women.

Night driver, Breakout, Canyon Bomber and Demon to Demand are just some of the games that you’ll discover in this game system. One of the games that’s not bundled in this system is Kaboom, and this was actually one of the most popular paddle games which was ever released. In my opinion it was an enormous mistake that Atari made by not including this exceptionally popular game, but the other games that come with this system are great games. Most folks who remember this old system additionally remember that it would have cost you $200 to get the Atari 2600 when it was first released but this device does not cost that much.

For individuals wondering how much this device costs, you can actually order this device from Amazon for just $4.92. This is really more than 50% off of what you would need to pay if you were to pay the retail price for this device. You’ll have the ability to play most of your favorite paddle games with this one small little unit. You may possibly also discover that this is a great little gift for anybody who grew up back in the eighties.

What is the Best Way to Deal with Women’s Hair Loss?

November 23rd, 2012

When women face hair loss, their reactions vary quite a bit. One woman may feel that it’s not a big deal and just move on with her life. Another woman will try every strategy she can think of to reverse this condition. Still another might just shave her head and be done with it. No matter what category you fit into, you can find some strategy to deal with hair loss. Of course, choosing which option is best for you can be quite difficult. In this article we take a look at some of the most popular methods of dealing with hair loss.

Rogaine is a famous drug that treats hair loss in men. It is not as well known that there is a Rogaine that works for women. The clinical name for this is Minoxidil. Studies suggest, however, that this drug for women actually has a higher rate of success than Rogaine for men. This drug, which is applied to the head topically, works by stimulating your follicles, causing the regrowth of hair. This is the only drug that has been approved by the FDA for hair growth.

There are some prescription strength fungal infection medications that can be used to care for women’s hair loss. This doesn’t mean you should start applying Lotrimin or another athlete’s foot med on your scalp. Talk to your doctor about using this method to prevent further hair loss. The type of medication that is safe to use on the scalp (Nizoral) is only available via a prescription. A physician and a dermatologist should each be consulted before selecting this technique for tending to your hair loss problems. If approved, on the other hand, it can be quite practical.

Hair loss in women is often treated with HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy). Many women’s hair loss issues are related to conditions that impact hormones, such as menopause or pregnancy, which is why doctors often prescribe hormone replacement in these cases. You should, of course, make sure this won’t have adverse effects on your pregnancy if you are pregnant now. It’s important to talk about your situation with the people close to you if you’re going through menopause. Remember, your hair loss is not as important as your overall, long term health.

Women’s hair loss was at one point a forbidden topic. Now there are more remedies than you can count. Of course not all hair loss remedies are the same.

Every woman will have to find her own way to deal with her hair loss. Some women will have to use a medication. For others it will involve modifying their lifestyle. For some, the only thing they’ll need to do is select a different shampoo. Talk with your doctor if you need help figuring out how best to deal with the hair loss that you have been experiencing.

Introducing Some Accessories To Your Car Could Improve Road Trips

November 3rd, 2012

Folks like to get in their vehicle and hit the road, especially if it’s a sports car. It’s a worldwide adventure for many to just simply travel the highways to check out points of interest. For making the ride more enjoyable, there are high technology devices, along with other accessories that can be added to your vehicle. Not merely do these enhance the look of your sports car, but also they can ensure that you get more pleasure while you are driving.

When you drive the identical path every time, you’ll find that you’ll get bored with a road trip rather quickly. By incorporating of these accessories, you can definitely have fun with it. You’ve got a possibility to add an entertainment system that keeps the driver centered on driving while keeping them interested. Let us discuss several of these gadgets that are more recommended than others in bringing convenience and enjoyment to those riding in the sports car.

An individual selection is to install a GPS or Global Positioning System to help you with finding a new destination. It is a high-tech device that has maps of the United States and Canada built-in, with more than 2,000,000 destinations, containing information and details. You won’t ever be lost in locating anyplace from ATM’s, to service stations to popular points of interest. By having a DVD player as part of your car, the rest of the family can be enjoying a show or movie while you drive. The whole trip your children can be viewing their favorite movies. Getting a DVD will permit your children to be preoccupied so you won’t be forced to take your attention off the road.

Having a pair of jumper cables in your car is a good component to have. On prolonged trips, you may unintentionally leave the lights on all night thus killing the batteries. If your battery dies, having your jumper cables, another person could easily help you. After it is jumped, you’ll be ready to start your getaway again. When you have youngsters, having a car entertainment application is something good to have. Through an entertainment unit, your kids can either play video games or watch DVDs. By having relaxed and fun video games available, your children will have loads of fun.

Your personal driving experience can easily be made exciting by adding a few accessories and gadgets. You will find many systems that can be included with your car, and not only are they enjoyable for you and your family while you have the vehicle, but also a selling feature for the new owner.

Choosing Silver Earrings For Women – What You Need To Know

October 26th, 2012

History reveals that women have enjoyed wearing silver earrings in every culture throughout the centuries. There is no shortage to the many varieties of silver earrings you can buy today. Whatever your taste in silver earrings – modern, antique, or traditional – you will be easily able to find a large selection from which to choose. Now is a good time to purchase silver jewelry because it is always in fashion. The price is better than gold, it’s elegant, and very beautiful. There are many things to consider when you are looking for that perfect pair of silver earrings. We will give you some ideas on what to look for in this report.

In order to benefit from the numerous advantages of owning silver jewelry, you have to be willing to put some time into taking proper care of your purchase. You can tell if a used pair of silver earrings has been taken well care of by a careful examination. If they are in good shape, they most likely have been kept clean and stored in a good location. If you want your new purchases to retain their “brand new” appearance, you have to put into place a cleaning routine. The best place to store your silver jewelry is in cool, dry location. Avoid exposing it to sunlight or even bright artificial light for long periods of time. Silver jewelry has a tendency to tarnish so, in order to keep it lustrous, you need to keep it cleaned. Take care, though, and only use a gentle soap and warm water. And, of course, make sure the brush you use is very soft or you will scratch the delicate silver. If you are buying silver earrings, either for yourself or someone else, you should consider what style is most appropriate. Earrings come in many sizes and shapes, and you should consider the type of face the wearer has before making your choice. For example, someone who has a round face often looks good with longer earrings that make the face appear longer. It’s also important to keep the taste preferences of the wearer in mind when you are shopping for new silver earrings. Do they sport a casual look most of the time, or are they very modern or elegant? If you want to buy a more personalized type of gift, you may want to choose a pair of earrings that contain the person’s birthstone.

Silver studded earrings are a low-key style of earrings you might want to try out. If you don’t want to wear dangle or hoop earrings, these are much smaller and less conspicuous. They have a simple and elegant appearance, and are suitable for many occasions, whether you want to wear them to work or a party. Many diamond stud earrings have gold, whereas silver earrings have semi precious stones in them. Amethyst, Aquamarine and citrine are just a few examples of the type of stones that go well with silver. Many people will choose stones with different colors such as multi-stone silver stud earrings. You can’t go wrong with choosing silver stud earrings for your ensemble.

There are so many types of silver earrings for women that you could spend months shopping for a single pair. The internet, of course, makes it much more efficient to do your research. You will find just the right pair of earrings if you take a few minutes and do a little shopping on the internet. Along with some of our suggestions, you should have the ability to find a good pair of earrings you will enjoy wearing and wear them proudly for a very long time.