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New Halloween Stuff: costumes, dolls and other gifts

Lady Gaga Costumes
Top Sexy Lady Gaga Costumes for Halloween 2011

I am not a big fan of Lady Gaga. However, there is no doubt she is a very popular singer and has the ability to attract public attention through her – out of…

Halloween 2011 Lights and Glow Accessories

Japanese LED Teeth
Japanese Led Teeth : Party in the Mouth

Have you got stained or discolored teeth? Do you feel embarrassed while smiling and laughing because of your less than perfect pearlies? Maybe it is the teeth…

Glow Makeup
Glow Makeup Wigs and Accessories for Halloween 2011

Black and Orange are the Colors which have been traditionally associated with Halloween Celebrations. How about adding a few more Glowing Colors to the Halloween…

LED Pumpkins
LED and Glow Pumpkins for Halloween 2011

Halloween and Pumpkins are inseparable. The tradition of carving Pumpkins with a monstrous face, and placing lights inside it, originated in Europe. It was carried…

Glow Masks Halloween
Glow in the Dark Masks and Costumes for Halloween

Would you like to stand apart from the crowd this Halloween? How about putting on a Glow in the Dark Mask or Costume. The Light factor will certainly add a new…

Glow Props Halloween
Glow Props and Decorations for Halloween

Looking to make your Halloween Decorations extra special this year? How about adding a few cool Glow in the Dark Props and Decorations. I am very sure these…

Exchange Halloween 2011 Costumes

Swap Halloween Costumes
Swap Halloween 2011 Costumes

Halloween is a major celebration in the United States. Each year sees many New Costume Ideas for Halloween added to the hundreds of Evergreen Themes. The year…

Best Dolls for Halloween 2011

Monster High Dead Tired Dolls
Monster High Dead Tired Dolls and Accessories

The new Monster High Dead Tired doll collection is a sure treat for all the fans of the Monster High series. Each doll is crafted to detail and individual personalities…

Ugly Doll
Ugly Doll : Halloween 2011 Gift

If you are looking to gift a doll this Halloween – Ugly Doll is a choice you will find hard to better. These dolls are handmade and pretty Ugly! The Ugly Doll…

Nightmare Before Christmas Plush
Nightmare Before Christmas Plush Waterballs …

Nightmare Before Christmas is a very popular Theme for Halloween Decorations and Gift Items. There are lots of cool choices if you’d like to give your home this…

Plush Dolls Halloween
Best Plush Dolls for Halloween 2011

Halloween 2011 is near, and this is just the right time to shop for Costumes, Accessories, Props, and Home Decorations for this fun-filled celebation. Of course,…

Zombie Dolls
Best Zombie Dolls and Statues for Halloween 2011

Zombie movies have their own charm. The enemy may be slow moving and brainless – but it is powerful due to the sheer numbers. The Walking Dead, Night of the…

Halloween Entertainment: scary horror and thriller games, books and movies

Movies Halloween
Best Scary Horror Movies for Halloween 2011

Halloween means lights, pumpkins, ghouls, and vampires. Horror movies therefore, make for perfect Halloween entertainment. Enjoy the Horror movies highlighted…

Video Games Halloween
Top Video Games for Halloween 2011

There are lots of Video/Computer Games available which will help Game Freaks enjoy an action packed Halloween. With the addition of motion sensors – the Video…

Best Books Halloween
Best Books for Halloween 2011

Do you remember the stories narrated by your Grandma. I only have faint memories, however – I do remember a couple of them. There is magic in stories told by…

Halloween Board Games
Top Halloween Board Games

Halloween is one of the most exciting and fun-filled celebrations. It is that time of the year when Kids and Adults alike dress up in their fantasy Costumes,…

Magic Kits
Top Magic Kits for Halloween 2011

Surprise everyone with these magic kits in Halloween style.

New Halloween Costumes : 2011

Captain America Costumes
Captain America Costumes Masks and Accessories for Halloween 2011

I was a bit apprehensive before I saw the Movie – Captain America: The First Avenger. I am no longer a kid, and the same old stuff can be really boring. However,…

Thor Costumes
Thor Costumes Hammer and Helmets for Halloween 2011

Thor is one of the major Gods in Norse mythology. He is supposed to control storms, thunder, and lightening – and possesses extreme strength. According to some…

Green Lantern Masks
Green Lantern Masks Ring Make-Up Kits and Accessories

Green Lantern – the on screen adaptation of DC Comic Books Super Hero of the same name – was released this year. The Movie wasn’t as big a hit as some of the…

Green Lantern Costumes
Best Green Lantern Costumes for Halloween 2011

Green Lantern is the story of Hal Jordan – a superb Pilot, who is chosen by a Magical Green, to become a part of the Inter-Galactic Superheroes. The Green Lantern…

Severus Snape
Severus Snape Halloween Costume, including wig and outfit 2011

Professor Snape is the bad guy, who turns out to have an actual heart. He’s tough, smart and frustrated. He knows all about the dark arts, but is he really evil? Without…

Best Sexy Halloween 2011 Costumes For Women

Halloweenmen Plus Size Costumes Women
Plus Size Stylish Halloween 2011 Costumes for Women

Being Plus Size doesn’t mean that you have to cut back on the Fun and Frolic during Halloween. Nearly all the Costumes for Halloween are available in the Plus…

Sucker Punch Costumes
Sucker Punch Costumes Masks and Accessories

Most of the Super Heroes of Hollywood are Male. The Sexy Ladies don’t really have much of a choice if they wish to dress up as a Female Super Hero during Halloween. However,…

Burlesque Costumes Women
Sexy Burlesque Halloween 2011 Costumes for Women

Burlesque refers to a parody of a serious work of literature, drama, or music. The aim is to make the audience laugh. The Halloween Costumes and Accessories…

Sexy Monster High Costumes and Wigs for Girls

The Monster High Television Series is liked by millions of kids – specially girls. Monster High Dolls are no exception, and for Christmas 2011 we have the brand…

Yoga, sciatica, alzheimer’s, and kids gifts: New on Squidoo April, May 2011

Some of these were bought, some of these were created by me.

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How to prevent ear infection in adults

I’ve had recurring ear infections for a few years now, and weirdly enough doctors don’t seem to be able to give much advice on how to prevent it.

However, since there are some hints available online, as well as known reasons WHY ear infections recur…

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Yoga t-shirts for men

If you’re doing yoga and you’re a man, you will want to go to class well dressed. After all, there’s all those ladies there. Don’t worry about us thinking ill of you: yoga is difficult enough that we’ll think any man brave enough to do it manly. And…

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Beautiful Yoga Statues, Figurines and Sculpture

A yoga statue makes a great gift. The yoga figurines on this page usually show the kind of back bending asana that has come to symbolize yoga in the common mind. Beautiful and austere. Can you do them? These make great gifts and talking pieces.

Show…

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Purse for iPad: cute bags to carry your iPad to work

The iPad is just great. It is light, easy to use and has just enough functionality to replace the laptop in the office. In fact, for many people it will replace their laptop at work. However, it still needs to be carried. Even with a good case, it ju…

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Cute Fuzzy Girly Pens

Novelty pens make a great stocking stuffer or party favor. I have one of those flower pens, and it still brightens up my room after more than a year. Not that I use it as a pen, but it made a great gift.

Shown here are the Novelty Wooden Pens – Girl…

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Best iPad bag for men and women

Don’t you love your iPad? I sure love mine! I take it everywhere. However, it does require a slightly larger handbag than I’d otherwise carry and some of my old backpacks are just not sturdy enough. So here’s a selection of shoulder bags that will fi…

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Men’s Purse, Small Messenger bags for Men

Isn’t it just a bit ridiculous that men still need their women to keep keys, ipad, ipod, wallet for them? Fortunately, with the rise of the iPad, the larger bags men do seem justified in carrying about, for work, are now supplemented with manbags as…

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Toys, Books, Games: The Best Kids Gifts 2011

Whether you want to give your children, or grandchildren, educational gifts, or simply the latest and greatest… I’ve found you some great gift ideas. Starting with toys, continuing with books and even fake phones…

Shown here is the Melissa & Dou…

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Hernia en fietsen

Een paar weken geleden heb ik een hernia gehad, nu ja, vermoedelijk was het een ontstoken zenuw. Hoe dan ook: ik kwam slechts met moeite mijn bed uit om naar de wc te gaan, zoveel pijn deed het. Met behulp van valium en pijnstillers ben ik nu weer zo…

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Best books about Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

Alzheimer’s is a sad disease. It leaves those suffering from it at first merely forgetful, then confused and angry at the world and at last so oblivious to what is, that it no longer bothers them. The patient, the caregiver and family can all use the…

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The Ultimate Yoga Quiz

Yoga is a great way to keep the body and mind fit and alert. What started in India thousands of years ago is being practiced by people all over the world today.

Yoga has a very long and rich history. Take these quizzes on Yoga and find out where you…

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Quiz: Patron Saints and Apostles History Facts and Trivia

There are hundreds of Patron Saints which protect us and intercede on our behalf. How much do we know about these men and women of God and the Apostles of Jesus?

This quiz presents an opportunity to test your knowledge of Christianity in an enjoyabl…

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Radical Healing by Rudolph Ballentine MD

Radical Healing is a wonderful book which integrates great Therapeutic Traditions like Yoga, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Traditional Chinese Medicine to create a new Transformative Medicine.

Control your Energy and Breath through Exercise and Movement…

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Best Roman Catholic Kids Books

The Roman Catholic Church is in trouble in Europe, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want your kids growing up knowing about their faith. And while they go to mass, get baptized and their first communion – they should also learn to love their faith. Th…

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Best Christian Religious Books for Children and Teenagers

Satellite TV and the internet have really dealt a big blow to the publishing industry in the past 3 decades. Add the reducing attention spans and we have a huge problem to solve.

Books, no doubt, are still a great way to introduce young minds to Jes…

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Books on Saint Nicholas for Children

Saint Nicholas is also known as Nikolaos the Wonderworker due to the many miracles he performed. Saint Nicholas was also famous for his habit of secret gift-giving, ultimately becoming the model for Santa Claus.

Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of…

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Books on Saint Francis for Children

Saint Francis spent his entire life travelling throughout Europe. Not just humans, Saint Francis taught the Gospel to animals too!

He founded the Franciscan Order, assisted in founding the woman’s Order of St. Clare, and the lay Third Order of Saint…

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Terry Pratchett’s Discworld: The Funniest Fantasy Novels Ever

Terry Pratchett is one of my favorite fantasy authors of all time. I had vowed not to write about this though, as I have too much else to do. However, ths one – Wyrd Sisters – had me laughing in my seat so hard I just had to create a page about it….

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Books on Saint Peter for Children

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.

~ Matthew 16:18 (KJV)

Simon Peter, or Simon Cephas – also known as Pre-eminent Apostle and Prince of the A…

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Books on Saint Patrick and Saint Patrick’s Day for Children

Saint Patrick was active in Ireland during the second half of the 5th century. Each year Irish people all over the world celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day on the 17th of March.

Pious legend credits St. Patrick with banishing snakes from the Ireland. Man…

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Books on Saint Valentine and Valentine’s Day for Children

Saint Valentine is a name shared by 14 martyred Saints of ancient Rome! Most popular among these 14 is the Saint Valentine whose feast is celebrated on the 14th of February each year.

All over the world, this day is also celebrated as Valentine’s Da…

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The Mirra Chair by Herman Miller: The Best Office Chair Ever

I experienced a bout of sciatic pain in my left leg last week strong enough to keep me to my bed for two days straight. This experience gave me time to reconsider the ergonomic state of my home office: not very good. Researching online I found myself…

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Books on Pope Benedict XVI for Children

Pope Benedict XVI is the current pope. He was born Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger on 16 April 1927 in Marktl, Germany. He is the 265th Pope and was elected on 19 April 2005 in a papal conclave, celebrated his Papal Inauguration Mass on 24 April 2005, and…

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Books on Pope John Paul II for Children

For over 25 years he was the leading light of the Catholic Church. Pope John Paul II visited 129 countries during his pontificate and was the second longest serving Pope – after Pope Pius IX.

He is loved by Catholics, Christians of other denominatio…

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Bible Story Books on Angels – for Children

There are numerous references to Angels in the Holy Bible – 273 to be exact – 108 in the Old Testament and 165 in the New Testament. Angels do not die or reproduce like human beings, according to some experts they might have been created at one go….

New lenses dec. 2011 #new #lens #squidoo

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Cute Pink Laptop Sleeves and Netbook Cases

Does pink ever go out of style? Judging by the popularity of pink laptop sleeves, you would not think so. I’ve found you the best and cutest pink laptop cases and netbook sleeves on the market.

Shown here: Pink Sparse Tranquility 15.4 inch Laptop Pa…

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A Dummy’s Guide to Spiritual Hitchhiking

I was challenged to make this lens – A dummies guide to spiritual hitchhiking. Although I write a lot about spirituality online, I have never hitchhiked a day in my life. My brother on the other hand hitchhiked all the way from Amsterdam to Pakistan,…

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Fun cool funky headphones for teens

Headphones were big when I was young, then they got smaller, now they’re meant to be seen again. They come in all kinds of funky colors and cool patterns, and will bring music to your teenagers ears in the coolest way possible.

Do educate teenagers…

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Unique Gifts For Mac Addicts

Gift ideas for apple owners, for mac addicts. Whether they merely own an iPad, iPod or iPhone, or are into the whole Macintosh computer thing, I’ve found you gift ideas for all of them. From iPad cases to books about Steve Jobs, from iPhone protectio…

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Michael Buble Calendar 2011

Golly, he’s my age :) Seriously, of all the new stars to come out in the past ten years Michael Buble is one of my favorites. He’s sexy, he sounds great and … did I mention he’s sexy? No wonder people want a calendar featuring his pictures.

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Michael Jackson Calendar 2011

The continuing legacy of Michael Jackson and his music finds expression in many ways, including calendars for 2011.

Michael Jackson was so famous I need hardly repeat the outlines here. His last years were shrouded in controversy, and his sudden dea…

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Best ethics movies, ready for debate?

I love watching movies, however some movies are special: they make you think. Below are my pick of the best movies about ethical debates. Whether it’s ‘giving’, stealing from the government, euthanasia, illegal aliens, donors, lying and sex. Put like…

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Michael Buble Gifts for Fans

One of the hottest male singers of our time, and recently engaged (2010) – Michael Buble has lots of fans. I’ve found you the gifts that fan will probably want this Christmas, or for their birthday.

Shown here is the Michael Buble Official 2011 Cale…

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Must Have WordPress Plugins 2010, 2011

I have over a dozen WordPress blogs I manage, and they each use a different set of plugins. I’ve listed the best of those plugins on here, so that making more WordPress blogs becomes a bit easier.

I would recommend any online publisher to use WordPr…

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Buddhist Christmas Decorations

Just because you’re a Buddhist, doesn’t mean you don’t celebrate Christmas with your family. You may however want to give your Christmas tree and home a Buddhist flavor. On this page you’ll find a few of the products I’ve found to give you a head sta…

New November 2010 – gifts and more

I had so vowed to NOT build most of my new content on Squidoo, when they up and built a whole holiday gift guide, with suggestions for lenses to make. Well, I could not resist that. The result is that I’ve built a LOT of lenses on Squidoo this month, and gladly: if there’s one thing I know is useful it’s challenges that help you build stuff you would not have thought of building otherwise.

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The Best Teen Gadgets 2010

They’re fun, they’re cool, they’re so IT: gadgets as Christmas gifts for teens. Whether they’re a bit nerdy, or just plain want the best of the best: gadgets are the coolest Christmas gift for teenagers this year. They’re also usually expensive. To m…

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HitGirl DVD: A Good or Bad Gift for Teenage Girls?

Well… even the Chloe Moretz who plays Hit Girl (Mindy Macready) in the movie Kick Ass says that she doesn’t recommend the movie to anybody below 18. Then again, a 19 year old girl is still a teen. So yes, I do think this is a good gift for a late t…

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2011 planners with animals

On this page I’ve collected planners for you that feature animals – cute, fluffy and beautiful. Cats, dogs but also birds, bunnies and cartoon animals. I hope you’ll find the perfect datebook for the coming year whether for yourself or your loved one…

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The Greatest Christmas Gifts Ever: Unique Holiday Presents

When Christmas comes around, you want to give and receive a present that means something, that’s unique and special. Here’s a selection of gift ideas from spiritual to geek, from books to gadgets, music to movies and more.

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Giving a flute as a Christmas Gift 2010

For a musical teen, or adult flutist who wants to take the flute up again, a flute is a great Christmas Gift.
For the beginner player there’s the choice between nickel and silver plated nickel. When you see a flute referred to as ’silver plated’, th…

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Great Vegan Cookbooks 2010

Vegan cooking is a challenge – even in today’s world with soy products available almost everywhere. And isn’t that the point? ALMOST everywhere? So, for your vegan friends – or your meat eating ones to give them a tip on what to serve you – some Chri…

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Funny and Nontraditional Advent Calendars 2010

Want to have an advent calendar, but have it be different? Nontraditional and funny? You’ve come to the right spot. I’ve located the most unusual advent calendars for you, as well as a few popular ones that aren’t exactly traditional… However, the…

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New Apple Macbook Pro 2010, 2011

There is a new Macbook out, the Apple Macbook pro. Available in 13 inch, 15 and 17 inch. Each line of course has it’s own features. For instance the small 13 inch Macbook doesn’t include a blu-ray player. Also, if you’re shopping for a light laptop,…

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Great Yoga Gifts 2010 – best presents for yogis

For your faithful yoga practitioner, or someone who wants to start, here are some great yoga gifts. From yoga gear to unique yoga interior design ideas, from OM Jewelry to a yoga gift basket. If you don’t find a great yoga gift on this page, I don’t…

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Best spiritual books for teenage girls

Religion and spirituality are often important to teenagers. Late teens especially have loads of questions about God, the meaning of life and lifestyle choices associated with all that. Here are some books to help them think it through.
I’ve put up s…

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Best spiritual books for teenage boys

Becoming an adult is a hard business. Boys in their late teens will often struggle with spiritual questions to combine with their other issues. The books on this page are meant to help them deal with those issues. Whether it’s questions about God, or…

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Top 10 teenage movies for girls

These are my favorite high school movies. It’s probably a bit juvenile of me, but I always love a good teenage movie. And since I’m a girl, I guess these are the best teenage movies for girls, at least according to me. Please leave your own teen girl…

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Sorority stocking stuffers

Greek life in college will help define who you are, who your social circle will consist of and help you find your job. Sorority sisters are your first stab at a professional network. However, it’s also simply fun to be in a sorority (if it’s not, you…

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Harry Potter Stocking Stuffers

With The Deathly Hallows just out, Harry Potter stocking stuffers are a great way to enjoy the season. Whether you want to give candy, or just a smaller Harry Potter item, I’ve found you a whole lot of stocking stuffer Gift Ideas inspired by the movi…

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2011 Teen and Pre-teen Wall Calendars and Poster Calendars

Harry Potter, Justin Bieber… What other calendar would fit your teenager? I’ve collected a few calendars that latch onto the latest teen trends: you should be able to pick the one that your teen will love.

Shown here is the calendar for the hit te…

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Lady Gaga 2011 Wall Calendars and Poster Calendars

As the image to the right shows, Lady Gaga’s style is reminiscent of Madonna’s. However, by wearing meat (literally), she set a standard of even more outrageous behavior than Madonna’s in the past. Or perhaps it’s merely that our standards have chang…

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Beatles wall calendars 2011

Famous for ages, the popularity of the Beatles has spiked again now that their music is available for ipad as well… They were iconic in the 60s, but unlike other bands of the time, their popularity never waned. There are several calendars available…

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Music and Celebrities Calendars 2011

Aren’t they our favorite people? Feels like family, but you’d be fluttered to actually meet them… Celebrities are the gods of our time. No wonder celebrity calendars sell so well. I’ve found you a fair few.
Shown here is a celebrity that didn’t ma…

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Selena Gomez 2011 calendars

Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American actress, singer-songwriter, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador; best known for her portrayal of Alex Russo on the Emmy Award winning Disney Channel Original Series Wizards of Waverly Place. She has s…

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Elvis Presley Calendars 2011

Elvis Presley is THE iconic rock musician. His early demise only added to the myth. The calendars devoted to Elvis each year are testimony to his continuing popularity. Who doesn’t know ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ or ‘All Shook up’? My personal favorite is ‘R…

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Room Decor

Dress up your room with Harry Potter pillows and banners.

Shown here is the Harry Potter Marouder’s Map Pillow.

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Eckhart Tolle Calendars and Planners 2011

Writing an introduction to a page like this is a bit hard. After all, what can I say about the best selling spiritual author of our time? I bet you would all know everything I could say before you got here. After all, you’re not looking for informati…

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Music, Games, Posters And More: The 10 Top Teen Gifts Christmas 2010

Teenagers love gadgets, fan material, games and music. Tell me in the comments what you want this Christmas… For parents, grandparents and uncles and aunts it can be daunting to find the right gift. After all, teenage trends change every year. This…

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Fake Phone for toddlers: A parent’s review

I’ve found the ideal fake phone to make sure your baby or toddler leaves the ‘parent’s phone’ alone. Seriously. It makes music. Your child can have fake conversations with it. This is a real life saver that will help you make sure 911 gets called ONL…

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Quiz: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Movie Trivia and Facts

I’m really looking forward to the Deathly Hallows movies – I’m making this lens as the movie is out for the first time in The Netherlands, but apparently most of the world has to wait till nov 18th. I looked up some facts and trivia for you, to make…

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Holiday Yoga Gear: Cute Yoga Clothes For Christmas

Want to have some fun in the yoga classroom? Holiday yoga gear will certainly get your fellow yoga students talking. If you’re the teacher, of course it will help get your class in the holiday spirit.

Whether it’s a simply Santa t-shirt, or a full b…

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Yoga Gifts for Kids

For children into yoga, having their own gear is paramount. They need their own yoga mat, as well as of course their own yoga clothes. But if they’re really into yoga, they might also like to learn more about yoga, or just have a yoga poster. I’ve co…

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Cool iPad Accessory Christmas Gifts and Gadgets 2010

If your loved one has an iPad, it’s probably their best loved gadget bought in the last year. However, out of the box it does have some limitations, which with a few handy gadgets can be compensated for.

I found you the most popular iPad accessories…

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iPhone Accessory Christmas Gifts 2010

They take their iPhone with them wherever they go – but is it protected? Can it connect it to their PC well? They probably need headphones to go with it… Do they need a spare charger or dock? Perhaps they want a cute or cool skin to spruce it up a…

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The Best Teen Gadgets 2010

They’re fun, they’re cool, they’re so IT: gadgets as Christmas gifts for teens. Whether they’re a bit nerdy, or just plain want the best of the best: gadgets are the coolest Christmas gift for teenagers this year. They’re also usually expensive. To m…

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A Dummy’s Guide to Spiritual Hitchhiking

I was challenged to make this lens – A dummies guide to spiritual hitchhiking. Although I write a lot about spirituality online, I have never hitchhiked a day in my life. My brother on the other hand hitchhiked all the way from Amsterdam to Pakistan,…

New spiritual gift ideas and calendars

Oct. 22nd 2010: Wiccan gifts 

featured lens Wicca Yuletide Gifts: the best Christmas presents for Witches

Do witches celebrate Christmas? Many do – because it doubles as yule aka midwinter. They may even be kind enough to let you call it Christmas, and exchange gifts. Wondering what to give them? On this page you’ll find lots of pagan and wiccan gift ide…

Oct. 29th 2010-31st: Dalai Lama Posters and spiritual books 

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Best Dalai Lama Quotes Posters

I’ve found you Dalai Lama Posters featuring him and an inspiring quote, as well as simply great picture of him that you can get framed.
The Dalai Lama is probably the most respected political leader in the world. He’s also one of the most popular sp…

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Best known for her visit to Tibet, when it was closed to foreigners, Alexandra David-Neels books are travel journals mixed with spiritual insight. She helped foster the image of Tibet as a sacred place, while also making it clear that it was a real l…

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I love spiritual fiction: the best in the genre combines a heart warming story with a spiritual quest. The hero, or heroin, is usually a bit odd, but recognizable. The story makes you look inward, to see how you would act in their place.

This page s…

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Meditation books for kids

Can children learn about meditation? Sure they can! The books on this page are meant for pre-school children and kids in primary school. They make meditation and spirituality fun. It’s not a good idea to make it all too heavy for them: you don’t want…


Oct. 1st 2010: Buddhist philosophy 

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The Power of an Open Question: The Buddha’s Path to Freedom

A uniquely practical and psychological take on the old philosophical problem of Emptiness, or ‘E’. Elizabeth aims at writing a book in which the word is hardly used, yet the concept is made clear and comes home.

She succeeds.

The topic of Sunyata,…


October 8th 2010: Snape costume 

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Severus Snape Halloween Costume

Severus Snape is the bad guy, who turns out to have an actual heart. He’s tough, smart and frustrated. He knows all about the dark arts, but is he really evil?

Without spoiling it, let’s say he has depth. But he does cause quite a lot of damage. Any…

Oct. 9th 2010: Justin Bieber ‘group’ – featuring the best Justin Bieber lenses 

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Justin Bieber, the musician

The best pages on Justin Bieber collected on one page. Find Justin Bieber merchandise, Justin Bieber party ideas – and of course – more about Justin Bieber himself.

And please let me know if you have a Justin Bieber squidoo lens I missed.

Oct. 10th 2010: Tibetan Buddhism Books 

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Best Tibetan Buddhism Books

Tibetan Buddhism is perhaps the best known type of Buddhism today, thanks to the Dalai Lama. I’ve found you the ten best and most popular books to get you started on understanding the tradition. From the Tibetan book of the Dead, to the Dalai Lama an…

Oct. 16th: Advent Quiz 

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Quiz: Advent facts and trivia

Advent is a season of preparation for the Coming of Christ – it’s also simply joyful, because Christmas is coming. But do you know the ins and outs about this festive time? This quiz is here to test you on your advent facts and trivia.


Oct. 16th: Snoopy and Peanuts Calendars 

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Snoopy wall calendars 2011, desk calendars, planners

Find the latest calendars on the most popular cartoons ever: Peanuts, featuring Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Franklin, Lucy van Pelt,
Linus van Pelt, Peppermint Patty, and Sally Brown – as well as the little birdy Woodstock.

$8.99 Peanuts Mini Desk Calen…


October 16th: car desk calendars 

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Car desk calendars 2011

Cars – they’re essential to our lives. Getting a drivers license is a rite of passage. No surprise then that there are calendars and desk calendars devoted to our favorite vehicle. I’ve found you desk calendars devoted to Mustangs, Corvettes and clas…


Oct. 19th another spiritual gifts lensography 

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Books, Calendars, Jewelry: The Best Spiritual Gifts Ever

The best spiritual gifts ever, are books, jewelry, dvds and posters. I’ve found you some from all the main religious and spiritual traditions out there.

Recent Search Engine Optimization and Squidoo Help pages

I’ve done some writing about getting found in Google today, this week. Also – a different method to use Amazon feeds.

Last: Google surprises: Changes in the Google SERPS Oct. 2010. These changes are quite significant – so pay attention.

Recent: Proving our urgency as online publishers. This post is really about what it takes to make it LONG TERM as an online publisher.

Earlier last week I made a lens about using Amazon RSS feeds that do not contain someone elses Amazon ID. I’ve since learned that it seems Amazon will not track those sales to your ID, if you use them on Squidoo or some other site they suspect you don’t own. This makes the RSS feeds pretty much useless if true. Though I’m also looking in on how to use them on blogs. Anyhow, I’m testing this – and will let you know. For now I advise using either fluf’s feeds, or the amazon modules squidoo provides. On hubpages, use their amazon widgets.

New spiritual stuff, calendars and gifts, at squidoo

As you will be able to see: I’ve had another very busy month.

Sept. 21st 2010: Shoe Calendars 

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Shoe Calendars and Planners 2011

Shoes are perhaps the ultimate meeting ground of fashion and art. Many women have a shoe-fetish, so it’s no wonder there are shoe calendars and even planners on the market. I’ve found you the best ones available. This may be the closest you can come…


Last week of September 

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Ipad, Tablet PC or Netbook for travel: choosing a lightweight laptop

The Ipad is discussed online as a netbook killer: it’s just more fun than a netbook. Sure, it is. However, is it better to take with you for travel?
I’m planning a long trip to India next year. India is a country where the rich are very rich, but the…

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Buddha Figures, busts and Buddhist statues

Buddha figures are everywhere. Buddha heads have become a fashion statement. Buddha statues, really just the next way to show off your spiritual inclination. I’ve found you Buddha figures and heads for your home. Some in classic style, like the one o…

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Islamic silver rings for Muslim men

Following the example of Prophet Muhammad, Muslim men often wear silver rings. In fact, tradition dicates that they don’t wear rings of any other metal. No gold, no brass, no iron allowed.

Any jeweler knows however, that silver is never only silver,…

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LJ Hutchen Silver C Flute: the best flute

LJ Hutchen flutes have a reputation for being the best student flutes available. They’re also reasonably priced, though not quite the cheapest (despite what their website says).

When you start learning an instrument, you want it to sound good. Howev…

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Disney Planners, Datebooks and Agenda books 2011

Whether you want a Disney Princess planner, or a Winny the Pooh datebook, I’ve found you all the current Disney agendas.


Sept. 1st 2010: frozen pizza chemistry 

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How do you know the cheese on frozen pizza is actually cheese?

A kid in The Netherlands asked the CEO of a food company some questions for a school project. One of those questions was: is the cheese on a frozen pizza really cheese? The CEO answered in a way he would never have answered a journalist. He said: NO….

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Folk Art Planners, datebooks, pocket planners and agendas 2011

Folk art gets it’s name from being popular among ‘folk’, in other words: ordinary people. No wonder folk art calendars sell so well! I’ve found you some of the prettiest and beautiful folk art planners and date books available for 2011.

This beautif…


Sept. 2nd 2010: Yoga books and Alex Grey 

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Best Selling Yoga Books for Beginners

Can you learn yoga out of a book? Well, perhaps you can. Just be VERY careful to not force things. Have some fun and relax into the poses. Accept where you are.

I’ve found you some very popular books for beginners that explain either the philosophy…

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Alex Grey

Alex Grey (born November 29, 1953) is an American artist specializing in spiritual and visionary art. There is a clear connection with the world of alternative spirituality aka New Age. Grey is a practitioner of Vajrayana Buddhism. As an artist his w…


Sept. 3rd and 4th 2010: Best Christmas Books & mindfulness 

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Best books about Christmas, for kids

It’s good for kids to be read to, and what better time to honor this tradition than around Christmas time? The three books on this page each lend themselves to this practice. Starting with, for small kids, ‘God Gave us Christmas’ – each helps you and…

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Mindfulness calendars, datebooks, panners and agenda books 2011

Mindfulness is about living the moment – not by just partying your life away, but by being aware of where you are, what you are, right now. In our busy lives this is an essential practice to make sure you don’t run away with yourself. Mindfulness pra…

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Best Mindfulness Books

Because modern life is so very busy, so full of sensory impressions from the internet, tv, music, traffic etc. many people need to be reminded of something most people in the past knew instinctively: that sitting still isn’t so very bad. Seriously: w…


September 5th and sixth 2010: Fantasy fiction lensography 

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Fantasy fiction books, gifts, movies and art

I just love fantasy fiction. I do. I love Harry Potter as well as The Lord of the Rings (which my dad told us on our sunday walk). I love the mysterious art inspired by fantasy creatures… In short: I love everything about fantasy fiction. Here are…

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Tom Marvolo Riddle Magical Diary

When he was sixteen Tom Marvolo Riddle murdered for the first time. With that murder he split his soul and put his 16 year old self into a diary. This was the first horcrux. The first safeguard against death that Riddle ever made.

This horcrux first…


Sept. 8th 2010: Rumi Books 

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Rumi Books of Poetry

Jalaladin Rumi was born in Wakhsh in Tajikistan on the 30th September 1207 to a family of learned Muslim theologians. Escaping the Mongol invasion and destruction, Rumi and his family traveled extensively in the Muslim lands, performed pilgrimage to…


Sept. 12th and 13th 2010: Japanese art calendars, and Rumi calendars 

Inspiration

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Japanese art calendars 2011

From woodblock prints to modern Japaneses art, from printed screens to mountain views… These calendars featuring the art of Japan have an atmosphere of their own. In a style that is usually striking as well as withdrawn, sad, yet alive – Japanese a…

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Rumi Calendars, Datebooks and Planners 2011

Perhaps the most popular poet today is the Muslim Rumi, who composed his verses in 13th century Persia. These poems gained popular recognition through the translations of Coleman Barks, whose mystical interpretation has touched a cord with millions….

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Online sufism and Islamic library

Islam is a strictly monotheistic religion articulated by the Qur’an, a text considered by its adherents to be the verbatim word of God (Arabic: Allah), and by the Prophet of Islam Muhammad’s teachings and normative example (which is called the Sunnah…

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How to update WP Ecommerce plugin for WordPress

I have a love-hate relationship with the GetShopped WP Ecommerce plugin for WordPress. I love that it’s free. I love that it has all kinds of features even paid ecommerce plugins often don’t have, but I don’t like how hard it is to personalize to spe…


Sept 17th 2010: Indian art and lensography 

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B.G. Sharma

Bhanwar lal Girdhari lal Sharma (B. G. Sharma) is an award-winning painter from Rajasthan, India. He is famous for his miniature devotional paintings and his rejuvenation and popularization of classic Rajasthan art, including the Mughal, Kishangarh,…

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India: religion, yoga, people and places

India is, to me, one of the most fascinating countries in the world. The variety of peoples there, the variety of religions and philosophical perspectives, the continuity of it’s culture that spans at least 2000 years… and not least the smile on a…


Sept. 18th and 20th 2010: art planners & Buddhism dvds 

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Art planners, date books and agenda books 2011

If you want an interesting planner, one that will remind you that there is more to life than what immediately appears, fine art planners are just what you need. Take this Gaudi planner shown here: aren’t those lines, those colors just amazing? Can yo…

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Best Buddhism DVD, Blu-Ray and Videos

Buddhism is perhaps the world religion with the best PR team: the Dalai Lama and his friends. They’ve succeeded in painting a picture of Buddhism that is undogmatic, peaceful and fully compatible with science. Want to get a glimpse of that Buddhism,…

New spiritual and other #squidoo lenses last weeks of August

Boy I’ve been busy this month. It’s as if a lot of pent up energy from having to do other things just came rushing out of me. I’ve made ton of new lenses…

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Interfaith Jewelry – letting all religions coexist

A lot of people are worried about the way different religions antagonize one another. It’s an old story, but one that humanity can no longer ignore.Islam is the black sheep at the moment. For those who want to show their allegiance to tolerance bet…


Buddha Jewelry

It’s perhaps become too often seen: the image of Buddha is everywhere. I even saw a picture of Buddha-shaped containers somewhere online. Still, these Buddha-shaped pendants and earrings are pretty as well as inspiring. One of the easiest ways of say…

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Hamsa home decor and wall decoration

The Hamsa is a sacred symbol of luck and health throughout the Middle East. This symbol unites Muslims and Jews in a common cultural heritage. On this page you will find Hamsa clocks and wall decoration. Pretty, unique and bringing good luck – what m…

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Albert Low zen quotes, books and biography

Albert William Low is best known as authorized Zen master in the Sanbo Kyodan school, and internationally published author. He has a background as a human resources executive. He has lived in England, South Africa, Canada, and the United States and h…

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Thich Nhat Hanh Books

Anybody interested in Buddhism today knows about Zen Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh. His lectures, books and videos are wildly popular.
I’ve found you the 10 most popular of his books.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows birthday party supplies

This promises to be one of the scariest ‘kids’ movies of 2010. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is an exciting, breathtaking and touching book. The movie will probably be on a par with the previous ones: lots of special effect (expect another fly…

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Dit is al jaren het best verkopende boek over CSS op mijn website.
Dat is niet voor niets. Niet alleen leer je de kneepjes van het vak op technisch gebied, dit is ook een hele goede introductie op het vak van webdesigner.
Het beste van CSS Ward van…

featured lens Economische puzzels: Rente, inflatie en deflatie

Ik ben geen econoom, maar wel een trouwe kijker naar RTLZ programma’s over de economie, de economische crisis etc. Omdat ik ongeveer de helft van mijn geld in dollars verdien, is de dollarkoers ook van zakelijk belang. Ik drijf, net als heel Nederlan…

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Een van de grootste raadsels in het huidige economische herstel is, voor mij, de koers van de dollar.Het verbaast me al jaren: je hoort voortdurend dat de Amerikaanse economie drijft op schulden. Dat er veel meer ge�mporteerd wordt dan ge�xporteerd…

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Linda Nelson Stocks Folk Art

With art that reminds me of my favorite children’s books growing up, it’s no wonder Linda’s art sells at several thousand dollars a piece. Since little is known of Linda’s personal life, this page is mostly a gallery of her more affordable pieces.

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Folk Art calendars 2011

In contrast to fine art, folk art is associated with ordinary people, with farmers and peasants. It usually gives an idealized view of life and inspires comfort and nostalgia.
Where fine art strives to be different, to make people step out of their o…

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FINE art or FOLK art? Fine art and folk art are so hard to define, that even wikipedia gives up on it. Still, fine art is for rich people, upper class, educated. It’s sponsored by a few people in high places, including the government. It’s supposed…

The Law of One Quotes

Though we see a world of change and contrast all about, it’s one of the ancient esoteric insights that all is One.
That is: everything is intimately connected, from Divine to mortal. From heaven to earth. From black to white.
One of the ways in whi…

New lenses in July and the first half of August 2010

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Coleman Barks

Coleman Barks (born 1937) is an American poet. Although he neither speaks nor reads Persian, he is nonetheless renowned as an interpreter of Rumi and other mystic poets of Persia.
Barks is a native of Chattanooga, Tennessee. He attended the Universi…

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Girls are going wild for Justin Bieber right now. What better way to celebrate their birthday than by throwing them a Justin Bieber Birthday Party? I’ve found you all the supplies you might need.

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Justin Bieber Gifts

Justin Drew Bieber (born March 1, 1994) is a Canadian pop-R&B singer. He’s been singing and playing instruments since the age of five. Soon after his mother uploaded video’s of his performances on youtube – for friends and family – he became an onlin…

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Inspiring and thought provoking view on the spiritual path. A bit dated in places, but not less fascinating for it.
There are real gems here though – things you’ll find rarely anywhere else. Though in places this book is evidently rooted in a time b…

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Sri Aurobindo and the Mother

Together they built Auroville, an ashram in Southern India (south of Madras). He was the reclusive yogi, she his outward manifestation or shakti. That is: she taught, she organized, she was there for people to related to. He sat in his room and kept…

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Integral Yoga: Sri Aurobindo’s Teaching & Method of Practice

This is a fascinating book. I’m constantly finding things that are different or the same as Blavatsky’s theosophy. Her teachings are my spiritual home base, which doesn’t mean I’m not open to other paths – or blind to Blavatsky’s defects. The reason…

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The Lives of Sri Aurobindo

Reviewed in the West as the only decent biography of Sri Aurobindo Goshe, from politician, to poet and guru. This guy lived a fascinating life and Peter Heehs describes as many aspects of it as the Sri Aurobindo archives can help enlighten us on. In…

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How to keep your ipad clean with a screen protector

The ipad is just fabulous, but you want it to stay that way. If you aren’t going to carry it around in a sleeve, at least put a screen protector on, to avoid scratches and thumbprints on that beautiful screen. And no, they will not prevent the touch…

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Movie Posters

Oh, they know how to keep us exited, don’t they? They’ve split up the last volume of J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter books into two. The fight with Voldemort is going to take up two movies. Part one is coming out in 2010 – right at the end. The movie post…

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Stunning Islamic Jewelry for Women

Don’t you love wearing a bit of silver and gold -that also expresses your faith? I’ve found you hamsa pendants, star and crescent rings and everything in between.

Museum level fine art calendars 

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I’ve found you calendars and planners with museum quality fine art – including Van Gogh, Chagal and modern design. Most of these were brought out by art museums, who of course have the expertise to make a very special calendar.

Shown here is the Van…

August 15th 2010: New York Movies 

Inspiration

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My Favorite New York Movies

I saw a movie just now – ‘Raising Helen’ – and I just thought, hey – it’s always those New York Movies that I love. Seriously, there’s a certain energy to New York Movies that I just really relate to. New Yorkers might joke that it’s that Amsterdam f…

August 16th 2010: Movies, Music and Entertainment Lensography 

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Movies, Music and Entertainment

On this page you’ll find the stuff I’ve put online about music, movies and entertainment in general. On many of these pages you’ll find gift ideas relating to specific movies and stars.

July 27th 2010 – Pets calendars 

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2011 cute pets calendar and planners

Cats and dogs, canaries and fish, rats and other small rodents: those are some of the pets people keep at their home. I’ve found you calendars featuring your favorite pets.
Pets are animals kept in a home, for the enjoyment of the owners. There is n…

New lenses May and June 2010

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Cute Stuff Is The Prettiest Stuff Ever!

Cute stuff is pretty, because that’s just what it is.

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Buddhist Goddesses Art by Romio Shrestha

I got ‘Goddesses of the celestial gallery’ for my birthday (2010). It was quite a chore to take it home: it’s almost as tall as this desk! (aka Poster size)

Romio Shrestha portrays the main Tibetan Buddhist Goddesses (and a few Hindu ones) in dazzli…

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India kookboek

De spijzen uit India zijn al eeuwen een verrijking voor de Nederlandse keuken. De laatste decennia zijn ook de recepten uit landen als India, Indonesie en China populair. Ik heb drie kookboeken geselecteerd die je helpen de Indiase keuken in huis te…

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Talbot Mundy

Talbot Mundy (born William Lancaster Gribbon) (April 23, 1879 – August 5, 1940) was an English writer. He also wrote under the pseudonym Walter Galt.

Born in London, at age 16 he ran away from home and began an odyssey in India, Africa, and other pa…

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Out of this World: Otherworldly Journeys from Gilgamesh to Albert Einstein

Real science is always hard to summarize. This book by Ioan Couliano is a book like that. I read the whole thing, but to be honest the most fascinating parts were the introduction and the conclusion. The rest helped flesh it out, but it did get a bit…

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The Wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Ravi Ravindra

The yoga sutras are two thousand year old spiritual classic. In India every spiritual teacher of any note has written a commentary on it. Ravi Ravindra is the latest of Jiddu Krishnamurti’s students to do the same. For that reason alone this book wil…

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Unfinished Autobiography by Alice A. Bailey

I’m not really into Alice Bailey’s work, nor into that of ‘The Tibetan’, but this autobiography is great. Funny, full of self knowledge and simply fascinating from the point of view of esoteric history.

Alice Bailey was born and raised in England in…

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Buddhism and Buddha bags

Cute and beautiful bags inspired by the wisdom of the Buddha and Buddhism. Like the Buddha bag on the left, which refers to the doctrine of karma as it says ‘What we think we become’.

The lotus shown is a symbol of spiritual attainment as it grows o…

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Cute netbook sleeves and ipad cases

Laptop sleeves are beautiful, cool or pretty ways to protect that precious piece of equipment. Whether your netbook is mostly used for work, gaming or staying in touch with friends, you really need a way to protect it against your life. For small lap…

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My Lenses Module on squidoo

My new favorite module is the My Lenses Module. No, I should not exaggerate: the text/write module and the amazon spotlight module are probably my most used modules. Still, the My Lenses module does make my life SO MUCH EASIER.

I’m not talking ordin…