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Wellness Tip: Lights, Camera Snack! For your next @home [family] movie
night serve up these healthy snacks: 365 Everyday Value popcorn,
Popchips, Snow Beverages, Glutinos three cheese pizza…

365 Everyday Value popcorn: Balancing just the right amount of oil and
salt, our popcorn is fluffy, delicious and ready for any serious
snacker. Made in small batches by a family-owned popcorn maker, our
popcorn comes from a long line of experienced poppers. That’s
right…they’ve been popping for years. So pop in a movie, dim the
lights and leave the microwave alone. It’s salty. It’s satisfying.
It’s supreme snacking.

[via: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/products/item.php?UPC=0009948242872]

Pop Chips: We don’t fry it (unhealthy). We don’t bake it
(undelicious). We take wholesome potatoes, add a little heat and
pressure, and pop! It’s a chip. The only thing added is a flavorful
blend of seasonings for a snack so delicious and crispy, you won’t
even notice it’s (we hesitate to say) healthier.

[via: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035TZHME?ie=UTF8&tag=jmainformatio-20]

Snow Beverages: The Alternative Soda Thats Naturally Cool. Made with
all natural ingredients and fortified with green tea extract, Vitamin
C, B3, B5, B6 and B12
No high fructose corn syrup, No caffeine, No artificial flavors, No
preservatives

[via: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001NC8WPE?ie=UTF8&tag=jmainformatio-20]

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1. Small-scale food production using membership models

The past year or two saw a huge increase in innovative, upscale mobile
food purveyors working from trucks and selling everything from premium
ice-cream to Korean BBQ tacos. Requiring an even lower investment, the
next wave could be small-scale culinary subscription services, which
allow fledgling entrepreneurs to get a foothold in the food business,
and create a steady income and a loyal client base for future business
activities.
Milk Made » — Dulcinea »
2. Low impact advertising

Realising that green concerns are here to stay, British media agency
Curb offers nothing but low-impact advertising. Its first service used
rainwater to clean logos into grubby pavements, and was quickly
followed by other techniques that use sand, sea water, grass,
glow-in-the-dark funghi and more to broadcast their clients’ messages
in an earth-friendly manner.
Curb »
3. Health tracking devices

From wireless headbands that track sleep patterns to wearable gadgets
that track every move, an increasing number of options is available
for people who want to track their own health-related behaviour.
Recording and relaying detailed information that was previously only
available through medical monitoring, most of these devices aren’t yet
available worldwide, which creates a host of opportunities for
distributors and localized versions.
Zeo » — Fitbit » — DirectLife » — TheCarrot.com » — Bedpost »
4. Sample stores, cafes & vending machines

Sophisticated sampling—dubbed tryvertising by trendwatching.com—isn’t
new. On the rise, however, are dedicated spaces that facilitate
sampling by a variety of brands, attracting consumers through the
irresistible offer of free goods. Following sampling stores in Spain,
sampling cafes in Tokyo and sample vending machines in Belgium, we
suspect this concept will spread even further in 2010.
Esloúltimo » — L CAFE » — Boobox »
5. Discreet rooftop solar panels and wind turbines

While most homeowners would in theory like to generate their own wind
or solar power, many are put off not just by cost, but by the
aesthetic impact of wind turbines and solar panels. Aiming to resolve
that problem are smart engineers who are creating new options that
blend in with their environment. Two promising examples: rooftop wind
turbines that almost disappear along the apex of a sloping roof, and
solar panels shaped like traditional clay roof tiles. Plenty of
opportunities here over the next decade, both in distribution and in
the development of similar products.
Solé Power Tile » — Ridgeblade »
6. Rotating retail at airports and in malls

Pop-up, temporary retail is still going strong, but a new alternative
has entered the game: rotating retail. Two spottings: opening soon in
Glasgow Airport is Planeshop, a permanent store that brands will take
over for a limited time, including changing the shop’s exterior
graphics to match their identity. And in the Netherlands, BrandNew
Stores aims to turn those fleeting pop-up shops into a chain concept,
creating fixed spaces where brands can temporarily present themselves
in a regular retail environment.
Planeshop » — BrandNew Stores »
7. Remote farming for consumers

According to Wikipedia, farm simulation game FarmVille has become the
most popular game application on Facebook with 73.8 million active
users in January 2010. Offering consumers a way to remotely control a
patch of land that will actually provide them with an edible harvest
is a new Italian start-up: Le Verdure Del Mio Orto, which lets anyone
build an organic garden right from their web browser. As the produce
grows, it’s picked and delivered to the customer’s door within 24
hours. Weekly deliveries are part of the package.
Le Verdure Del Mio Orto »
8. Connecting creative consumers with local fabricators

A partnership between New Zealand-based Ponoko and North
Carolina-based ShopBot Tools, 100kGarages is a community of workshops
distributed around the world that are equipped with the digital
fabrication tools needed to precisely cut, machine, drill or sculpt
the components of virtually any creative project. The network allows
designers or consumers turn their ideas into physical products, and
creates new business for small workshops.
100kGarages »
9. Paying consumers to promote products they use and love

As our sister-site trendwatching.com pointed out in its sellsumers
briefing, selling is the new saving: a recession-induced need for cash
plus an ever-growing infrastructure are fueling concepts that help
ordinary consumers make money instead of spending it. One of the
easiest ways to do so is by taking on the role of marketeer for
products they already use and love: from promoting concerts by their
favourite bands, to helping small companies launch new products.
Hollrr » — People’s Music Store » — Posse » — Looklet »
10. Single-use toilet bag turns human waste into fertilizer

While this is a numbered list, we love all of these ideas equally. So,
last but not least, a potential solution to a problem that 2.6 billion
people have to deal with: no access to a toilet. Designed for use
sitting, squatting or standing, the single-use, biodegradable plastic
Peepoo bag is lined with a urea-coated gauze layer that disinfects all
waste. Used bags are odour-free for at least 24 hours and are safe for
burial underground. Within two to four weeks after use, their contents
are converted to high-quality fertiliser—something that’s also rare in
many areas and could become a source of income and further enrichment
for individuals or villages.
Peepoo bag »

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The list is based on an analysis of data from the Occupational
Employment Statistics provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and
ongoing surveys conducted by Salary Expert*.

1. Oral pathologists study the nature, cause and development of
diseases associated with mouth.
Current salary: $188,577
Last year: $159,759
Percent increase: 6.83

2. Social medical researchers conduct research for use in
understanding social problems and for planning and carrying out social
welfare programs.
Current salary: $80,151
Last year: $68,480
Increase: 6.65

3. Pharmacologists conduct experiments to determine how drugs and
other substances affect organ and tissues.
Current salary: $99,370
Last year: $90,012
Percent increase: 5.35

4. Toxicologists research the toxic effects products and ingredients
have on living organisms.
Current salary: $70,273
Last year: $63,655
Percent increase: 5.35

5. Vocational training teachers teach personal, social and
professional skills that meet the needs, interest and abilities of
disabled students.
Current salary: $57,401
Last year: $52,982
Percent increase: 4.93

6. Academic deans develop academic policies and programs for college
or universities, as well as scheduling courses and making course
recommendations for students.
Current salary: $100,771
Last year: $93,126
Percent increase: 4.9

7. Social psychologists diagnose and treat mental disorders; learning
disabilities; and cognitive, behavioral and emotional problems using
different types of therapies.
Current salary: $85, 766
Last year: $79,272
Percent increase: 4.9

8. Early childhood development teachers use activities to promote
social, physical and intellectual growth for children in child
development facilities.
Current salary: $37,072
Last year: $34,418
Percent increase: 4.8

9. Insurance sales agents sell insurance of all kinds to new,
prospective and current clients.
Current salary: $52,743
Last year: $49,121
Percent increase: 4.73

10. Credit representatives investigate customer complaints about
service, billing or credit rating. They determine the accuracy of
customer complaints and the company’s responsibility for errors.
Current salary: $45,875
Last year: $43,092
Percent increase: 4.53

11. Facilities managers oversee all things concerned with the
operation, repair, maintenance and construction of facilities,
equipment, buildings and grounds.
Current salary: $94,491
Last year: $89,262
Percent increase: 4.38

12. Software quality assurance testers develop and maintain quality
assurance testing methods and systems to make sure computer software
applications work correctly.
Current salary: $75,129
Last year: $71,481
Percent increase: 4.23

13. Financial securities clerks perform duties involving computing and
recording data on security transactions.
Current salary: $41,464
Last year: $39,459
Percent increase: 4.2

14. Food and beverage order clerks receive and process incoming orders
for materials, merchandise, classified ads or services, as well as
informing customers of payment information and preparing contracts.
Current salary: $29,607
Last year: $28,213
Percent increase: 4.18

15. Computer network analysts investigate and control the technical
architecture of local area networks and wide area networks, in
addition to recommending telecommunications and data network systems.
Current salary: $86,402
Last year: $82,809
Percent increase: 4.05

16. Purchasing directors plan and direct the purchase of goods and
services, and oversee employees who buy and grade merchandise or
services offered for sale. They also develop and implement purchasing
policies, procedures and guidelines.
Current salary: $126,021
Last year: $120,850
Percent increase: 4.03

17. Public accountants perform general accounting, auditing, tax and
consulting activities for their clients, which vary from corporations
or governments to nonprofit organizations or individuals.
Current salary: $72,607
Last year: $69,670
Percent increase: 4

18. Accounts receivable managers ensure an accurate accounts
receivable system, tracing and reconciling errors, correcting billing
records, processing final bills, collecting accounts due, adjusting
customer claims and more.
Current salary: $78,966
Last year: $75,797
Percent increase: 4

19. Government fire marshals determine causes of fires and explosions,
especially when arson or other criminal acts are suspected, and
enforce fire laws.
Current salary: $60,775
Last year: $58,336
Percent increase: 4

20. Retail store managers supervise sales workers in a retail
establishment or department, and may perform management duties like
purchasing, budgeting and accounting.
Current salary: $66,966
Last year: $64,998
Percent increase: 2.9

*Salary figures based on data from CBsalary.com, powered by SalaryExpert.com.

Rachel Zupek is a writer and blogger for CareerBuilder.com and its job
blog, The Work Buzz. She researches and writes about job search
strategy, career management, hiring trends and workplace issues.
Follow her on Twitter: http://twitter.com/CBwriterRZ.

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Research proves scare tactics, coercion, and/or begging won’t make
someone change, change emanates from within but remember, your
self-care/healthcare issues
not only affect you but have secondary and collateral impact
(think:2nd hand smoke) on your spouse, children, family and friends
and although most family members won’t say anything to you directly,
they are just as affected by your self-care/health issues as you
are…

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Urban Barns Foods uses proprietary equipment to produce affordable
fruits and vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment.
By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns
Foods can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the
regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related
spoilage costs.

link: http://urbanbarnsfoods.com/about

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closed today, but you can start saving now by shopping on
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Hungry for a burger? You might want to think twice about what’s really
in it. Did you know the USDA openly allows cow farmers to feed their
cattle herds chicken feces? Yep, it’s true. And McDonald’s is actually
against the practice, if you can believe that. In fact, there’s an
effort under way to ban it altogether. Read more here:
http://www.naturalnews.com/027414_disease_cows_mad_cow.html

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2 – Men’s Citizen Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph Watches AP5204-52P

Up for bid is 2, YES TWO – Men’s Citizen Eco-Drive Titanium
Chronograph Watches AP5204-52P. I loved the watch so much I bought two
but I fell in love with the Invicta Big Bold design so my loss is your
gain.

Both watches are identical with the exception of wear and tear.
Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph #1 is in “LIKE NEW” condition and
Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph #2 has wear and tear commisserate of
several years of use and is not working as it needs a $80 part but you
can use that extra [non-working] watch for parts or you can fix it and
sell it or use it to putter around with.

To reiterate you will receive TWO of the same style Eco-Drive Titanium
Chronographs:

Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph #1: Like New condition never worn,
without box or papers (see pictures)
Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph #2: Used and non-working (not pictured)

In addition, I did resize Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph #1 and I will
provide the links and pins.

Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph Watches AP5204-52P Watch Information:

Two-Tone Case 80-Day Power Reserve,1/20 Stopwatch,Alarm,12/24
Time,Safety Clasp Low Charge Indicator,Time reset advisory,Screw-Down
Caseback One Way Rotating Elapsed Time Bezel,Charges in Sunlight or
Indoors Gold-Tone Bracelet Scratch Resistant Mineral Crystal Solar
Powered No Battery Required Quartz Movement Luminescent Hands And
Markers Gold Tone Dial 200 Meters (660ft) Water Resistant.

Brand Name: Citizen
Part Number: AP5204-52P
Dial window material type: Mineral
Case material: steel-two-tone
Movement: Quartz
Water resistant depth: 200 Meters

Questions about Men’s Citizen Eco-Drive Titanium Chronograph Watches AP5204-52P

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Buy this Sanyo Xacti CG6 6MP MPEG-4 Flash Memory Digital Camcorder (Blue)
Bid No Reserve or Buy it Now with Confidence – 100% Feedback
Amazon rated 4 stars

I am selling a Sanyo Xacti CG6 6MP MPEG-4 Flash Memory Digital
Camcorder (Blue) in good condition. I only used this digital camcorder
a couple of times and it worked flawlessly. I haven’t used this little
beauty in a while so it must go. I know the market value isn’t what it
should be for this product so my loss is your gain.

What your bidding on (Everything in the Slideshow)
Camera Case
4GB SDHC
Battery Charger
Micro USB Cable
Soft Case

Technical Details Sanyo Xacti CG6 6MP MPEG-4 Flash Memory Digital
Camcorder provided by Amazon
6-megapixel CCD image sensor
5x optical zoom; 12x digital zoom
2.5-inch LCD screen
Capture video and still images simultaneously
MPEG-4 video quality (640 x 480 resolution)
Product Description providing by Amazon

The Sanyo CG6 Xacti digital media camera records both 6-megapixel
still images and 640 x 480 resolution digital video from a compact
design. The CG6 combines the functionality of a digital camera and a
digital camcorder in one stunning device. Different than a standard
digital camera that shoots short video clips, the CG6 shoots
full-motion video at standard TV resolution of 640×480. The Xacti CG6
also features Sanyo’s proprietary MPEG-4 engine to execute a vast
number of calculations in a short period of time. This engine enables
the Xacti CG6’s advanced real-time MPEG-4 compression. Recording in
the global multimedia standard, MPEG-4 delivers exceptional video
clarity and detail while being exceptionally efficient in the way it
records digital information. The results are high-quality videos that
are saved in smaller files.
Manufacturer Description

The compact, portable and stylish Sanyo Xacti CG6 camcorder is
designed to capture both photos and videos.

Weighing in at just 2.7 x 4.0 x 1.4 inches (W x H x D) in size, and
5.9 ounces in weight, the CG6 can be easily carried anywhere and
pictures can be taken on a whim anytime. This compact camcorder is
designed to go with you everywhere all the time. The stylish design is
well balanced to enable picture-taking with one hand. The vertical
body allows you to capture video in a natural posture without
stressing the wrist to reduce shaking.

The Sanyo CG6 Xacti digital media camera records both 6-megapixel
still images and 640 x 480-resolution digital video in a compact
design. The CG6 combines the functionality of a digital camera and a
digital camcorder in one stunning device. Different than a standard
digital camera that shoots short video clips, the CG6 shoots full
motion video at standard TV resolution of 640×480.

The Xacti CG6 features Sanyo’s proprietary MPEG-4 engine to execute a
vast number of calculations in a short period of time. This engine
enables the Xacti CG6’s advanced real-time MPEG-4 compression.
Recording in the global multimedia standard, MPEG-4 delivers
exceptional video clarity and detail while being exceptionally
efficient in the way it records digital information. The results are
high-quality videos that are saved in smaller files.

Inside the CG6 digital media camera is an advanced 6.37-megapixel
(total) CCD image sensor. The large sensor allows the CG6 to capture
high-resolution 6 megapixel still images in addition to recording
high-quality digital videos with full-range stereo sound. The CG6 can
record up to a total of 8 hours of full-motion video or over 4000
6-megapixel still images on a 8GB SDHC memory card, up to 4 hours of
video with a 4 GB SDHC memory card, up to 2 hours with a 2GB standard
SD card, and up to 1 hours with a 1GB standard SD card.

The Xacti CG6’s MPEG-4 files can be directly imported into iTunes
software and easily transferred to your video-capable iPod allowing
you to share a quick video the next time you are asked how the kids
are doing or want to show a great vacation clip!

Shooting video when the perfect photo opportunity presents itself? The
CG6 enables simultaneous shooting of both 6-megapixel still images and
640 x 480-pixel video clips with a simple press of the shutter button
during the shooting of a movie clip. You will never need to miss
another precious photo opportunity. (Depending on the mode used to
take still images, simultaneous video clip shooting may be
interrupted. While shooting video clips, using the digital image
stabilizer may change the angle of view for still images.)

The Sanyo Xacti CG6 comes with a sophisticated image stabilizer. Using
a proprietary Sanyo algorithm, the CG6 automatically compensates for
distracting up-and-down or side-to-side camera movement, keeping your
subject steady and easy to follow. It accurately distinguishes between
unintentional camera shake and deliberate camera movement. This handy
feature operates in both wide-angle and telephoto modes, giving every
shot a solid, professional-looking feel.
The CG6 digital media camera features a highly efficient 5x optical
zoom with a bright maximum aperture of f/3.5. Consisting of 9 groups
and 12 total lenses, the CG6’s lens provides a fantastic field-of-view
with a 38-190 mm range (35 mm equivalent). Combined with the 12x
digital zoom, the CG6 provides up to 60x zooming capability.

One of the hallmarks of the Xacti camcorder line is the super-fast
start-up. Reduce your chance of missing the moment. The Xacti CG6
media camera is designed for super fast start-up and shooting. With
the tapeless design, the CG6 eliminates the need to queue up a tape
deck allowing the CG6 to begin shooting in as little as 1.7 seconds!
When the CG6 is powered on, closing the LCD display puts the CG6 in
standby mode. Simply open the display and the CG6 automatically powers
up and can begin immediately recording in as little as 1.7 seconds.

Using the 9-Image Display Function feature, users can quickly search
for specific images. And, with the Slideshow feature, images can be
played back continuously. And, the Art Mode can be used to add a
little fun to image playback. Additionally, movies can be easily
edited from the camera itself. Another great feature is the time bar.
It serves as a visual tool that makes it easier to splice multiple
scenes together or cut unwanted images from clips. It also helps to
effectively use SD memory card capacity and can be used to extract
still frames from movies.

The Xacti CG6 includes a high-capacity Sanyo brand lithium-ion
battery. The DB-L20U is a High voltage 3.7V battery designed to work
with the Sanyo Xacti CG6 camera. High energy density design minimizes
the battery size and weight, making it perfect for use in small
portable cameras. The DB-L20U is designed to resist memory
accumulation so it provides a full charge every time.

The Xacti CG6 enables easy playback of recorded video directly on a TV
screen. Connect the CG6 to a VCR or DVD recorder to back-up copies of
recorded content. Still images and video clips on the Xacti CG6 are
played back continuously and in chronological order. The Xacti CG6
offers convenient connection to a PC. With simple drag-and-drop
operation, it’s easy to save recorded video clips and still images
onto a computer’s hard disk for emailing, editing or archiving.

Questions about the Sanyo Xacti CG6 6MP MPEG-4 Flash Memory Digital
Camcorder (Blue)
Please ask questions prior to purchasing or bidding using the eBay
email or call me direct at 904-425-5653 (FL EST)

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ShoveBox

Catch all the little scraps of information that you can’t immediately
act on, but don’t want to forget. ShoveBox sits up in your menu bar,
waiting for you to drag in text, images, URLs, and more. With the
QuickJot feature, entering new items is a breeze… and the new rules
feature will automatically sort them for you!

WriteRoom

WriteRoom is a simple, but powerful app that provides you with a
distraction-free writing environment. When you’re ready to write,
launch WriteRoom and let all the virtual distractions cluttering your
screen melt away. Focus purely on your writing.

Twitterrific

Follow your friends’ chatter on Twitter with Twitterrific, the popular
Twitter client for your Mac. Designed to sit along the side of your
screen, Twitterrific lets you participate in Twitter’s real time
conversations and status updates through a sleek, minimal interface.

TinyGrab

TinyGrab is a simple, powerful app that enables you to quickly share
screenshots of everything on your Mac. Grab a screenshot, and TinyGrab
will instantly upload it and copy the URL to your Clipboard so you can
easily share it via email, IM, Twitter, Facebook, and more!

Hordes of Orcs

Defend your human village from hordes of murderous orcs! Freeverse’s
take on “tower defense” lets players strategically place and upgrade
different types of towers to rain arrows, fire and more down on
incoming waves of enemies. Just make sure you don’t let any orcs pass
by your defenses!

Mariner Write

Mariner Write is a powerful, yet streamlined word processor for Mac OS
X. Boasting an elegant interface, as well as hundreds of intuitive
features such as the ability to read Microsoft Word documents, Mariner
Write has everything you need to turn out great-looking documents.
(Unlocked at 500,000 participants.)

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