Laina Turner's Blog, page 87
March 21, 2014
Mystery Shopping…Make Money and Have Fun Doing It
Ever wondered if mystery shopping was legit? It is. I’ve done it and been paid for it, so have several of my friends and family members. There’s even an international organization for it, Mystery Shopping Providers Association (MSPA). And you can get certified as a mystery shopper. Now there are lots of scams out there, so check the company you accept assignments... READ MORE »
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The Perfect Red Lipstick for your Skin Tone
So many women are afraid of wearing RED lipstick. Whether it’s from the negative stories we heard when we were kids about the type of woman who wear RED lips, or just the overwhelming confusion over which shade works best. I fell somewhere in the middle until a company I was working for, Shiseido Cosmetics,... READ MORE »
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March 20, 2014
National Pedicure Day
It’s really the first day of spring and although I looked. I didn’t find an actual National Pedicure Day. Since I am sure I’m just missing it, I mean how can there not be a National Pedicure Day, if you find one let me know. My feet really hate being cooped up in shoes... READ MORE »
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Sleep Friendly Foods – How to Fight Insomnia by Eating the Right Foods
It seems that getting eight hours of sleep daily can be a challenge. The pressure of earning a living, raising a family and taking care of everyday issues can push sleep to the bottom of the daily to-do list. Unfortunately, over time the lack of sleep may lead to serious health issues. In addition, sleep... READ MORE »
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March 19, 2014
Win It Wednesday
Since everyone loves a contest and most of us like to shop at Amazon I thought we could have a little fun. Simply comment on one of our blog posts and/or share the contest love via social media to enter. Link up your favorite blog post for another entry and more exposure! a... READ MORE »
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What To Do When Your Child Is “The Bad Kid” At School: A Teacher’s Advice for Parents Of “Bad Kids”
I have 25 students in my class and only one child is “bad.” Yes, that’s right. I said bad. The worst. There is literally no fixing this child. He will probably end up in prison. No redeeming qualities at all. Yup. Bad to the bone. So what can you do as a parent when the... READ MORE »
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March 18, 2014
Top 5 creativity killers
Making a living being a writer is great. Except for those times I’m not inspired to write and then it becomes torture. The things that for me are creativity killers are: being tired interruptions feelings of self doubt lack of time stress (mostly from 1-4) ... READ MORE »
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ARE WEDDING DRESSES GOING OUT OF STYLE?
This is the question that I have been moved to consider being that a sudden spike in marriages and engagements within my many groups of aggregates have occurred. They are marriages that have been arranged and conducted by the courthouse, justice of peace, city hall or some informal group solely defined by the bride and... READ MORE »
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March 17, 2014
Money Monday
When you have the time, you don’t have the money. When you have the money, you don’t have the time. Or in my case I feel I have neither these days. In my other life, outside blogging and writing cozy mysteries, I’m a college professor and my area of expertise is business. Currently, I am... READ MORE »
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Communication for Adults and Children
There is no greater act that can ease the turmoil in our lives than effective communication. It can change how we process information and relay it to another person. Mediation is all about communication. Depending on how amicable you and your spouse are, these sessions could require a lot of work on the part of... READ MORE »
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