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During this time of quarantine and social distancing, you may find yourself surfing the internet more and more. If that’s the case, then today’s blog is for you.
We’ve included some great sites that will make you laugh, cry, update your wardrobe and redecorate your house! Be sure and check them out.
One of my favorites is: https://www.sadanduseless.com/
They refer to themselves as “The Most Depressive Humor Site on The Internet”, claiming it is their sad attempt at humor. You’ll find a selection of funny pictures…everything from ‘Baby Pooping Faces’ to ‘Cats in Citrus Hats.’ It is definitely worth checking out if you need a belly laugh.
If you’re over fifty, then you’re sure to find a blog at https://passionfruitpawsandpeonies.com/lifestyle-and-fashion-blogs-for-women-over-50/ to interest you. They have selections from every day to outrageous.
For the career-minded woman, check out https://www.careergirldaily.com/ They blog about everything from time management to how to accessorize with jewelry.
If some daily inspiration is what you need, then visit https://brenebrown.com/blog/ where she shares real conversations, ordinary moments, and inspiration. If you don’t know who Brené Brown is, then you’ve been living under a rock!
Brené has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy and is the author of five #1 New York Times bestsellers: The Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, Braving the Wilderness, and her latest book, Dare to Lead, which is the culmination of a seven-year study on courage and leadership.
She hosts the Unlocking Us podcast, and her TED talk – The Power of Vulnerability – is one of the top five most viewed TED talks in the world with over 45 million views. She is also the first researcher to have a filmed lecture on Netflix. The Call to Courage special debuted on the streaming service on April 19, 2019.
Brené lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband, Steve. They have two children, Ellen and Charlie.
In the mood for some home/DIY inspiration? Here are three sites you might enjoy.
https://www.younghouselove.com/
https://www.thriftydecorchick.com/
SUSAN: Every morning when I log on to my computer, one of the first things I do is check my email and read my daily post from Sean of the South. Sean’s humor and his insight on humanity (especially the kind you see in the south never fails to touch me. I start out laughing and end up with tears in my eyes. He makes me appreciate life. Sean Dietrich is a columnist, novelist, and podcast host, known for his commentary on life in the American South. Check him out. You’ll be glad you did.
ANN: I LUV (I sang that in opera for effect) Sean of the South! I depend on his blogs to keep my tear ducts cleaned out. Susan recommended I follow him and I’m so thankful she did. His daily posts are a bright spot in my day!!
SUSAN: My daughter told me about Jillian’s blog several years ago, and I love it. On each blog, she takes a garment and refashions it step by step, giving you photos and tips. It’s filled with how-tos for a more stylish and creative life. She’s my kind of girl!
From refashion and upcycle tutorials on how to repurpose even the ugliest of thrift store clothes, to thrift style inspiration, to home DIY projects, to an occasional post on how to live your best thrifty life, it’s all here!
There’s nothing I like better than thrifting, repurposing, junking and checking out resale shops. If you’re like me, check it out.
ANN: I swear Susan and I are sisters from another Mister! I say a hardy Amen to repurposing, junking, and thrifting.
https://www.grammarly.com/about
For those of you who write like me, getting a clean copy is invaluable. I’ve used both of the above sites. I pay for the one I use, but what’s great is they have free versions you can check out. You have a spellchecker, grammar checker, style editor. And all in one place. You can edit faster. Fix style issues. Eliminate errors. It’s a great tool I use that allows me to spend more crafting my story.
ANN: Great suggestions—not only for writers but these sites will help students turn in better writing assignments, along with folks who send out resumes.
Find out more about Ann Everett/Emma Ames: https://www.anneverett.com
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