Saturday, September 25, 2010

Nita's Random Thoughts

Nita's Random Thoughts

Online Universities and On-Campus Programs Available

Posted: 24 Sep 2010 08:15 PM PDT

Many people in the workforce today are looking for ways to earn more money. Often, obtaining an advanced degree is an excellent way to receive valuable knowledge that will ultimately lead to promotions and higher pay. Some companies are even willing to pay for their employees to further their education, knowing that the new information that these employees learn in their courses will ultimately help their business progress in a fast-paced world. Online universities are an excellent way for those who are currently working to take courses at their own pace and obtain associates, bachelors, and masters degrees in a variety of different fields of study.

There are many useful tools online to help potential students look further into the programs that are currently available. There are websites that provide information about a number of online universities. This allows students to browse the different degree programs. You'll see that there are programs in just about every area of concentration. These aggregate sites also offer information about grants and scholarships, as well as programs that are both online and on-campus.
You'll want to look for online programs that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and/or the United States Department of Education. This ensures that the coursework is valuable and the degrees are meaningful, two very important considerations for graduates as they begin their job search.
Having an advanced degree will always give a person an advantage over someone who does not because employers value the vital information that the person with the advanced degree has learned. Receiving a degree also shows employers that the potential employee is a hard worker because many people do not finish school. Those who do will always have a competitive edge because the fact that they finished and have a degree shows they are able to complete goals they set for themselves.

What to Look for When Shopping for Handbags

Posted: 24 Sep 2010 08:12 PM PDT

Handbags come in all different styles and price ranges. It's important to consider your needs and wardrobe before you make a purchase. This will help cut down on impulse buys.

When you choose a neutral color such as black and brown consider the other leather goods in your wardrobe. This can include a leather jacket, belt, or shoes. Match your handbags to these items for a cohesive look. You can mix black and brown together as long as there's a large difference in the tone. Try playing around with gray and chocolate combinations. You could also try a black handbag with a tan belt as long as the style of the pieces match.

Consider the metallic hardware on the purse carefully. This could be a simple ring on the handle or intricate studs. You can match your jewelry to these subtle gold and silver details.

The style and material are important but you should also think about the function of the bag. Satchels give you plenty of storage space. However, you need to make sure that you don't overload larger bags with too much weight. If you have a lot to carry then look for a lighter weight purse so that the material doesn't add bulkiness.

You can also have a lot of fun with the material. If you are sick of the plain black and brown leather varieties then try a fabric product like a colorful stripe. Make sure that the print still has neutral colors so it can match a wide variety of outfits. As long as it still has a leather handle it will work with your other leather fashion accessories.

Find a bag that helps you stay organized. This can have a matching wallet or cell phone case or. If you have a smaller purse you'll need to clean it out more often to make room for new essentials.

Stuffed Baby Toys by Lilliputiens

Posted: 24 Sep 2010 06:52 PM PDT

Did you know that as of this writing there are only Ninety One Days. Twenty Hours. And Twenty Seven Minutes until Christmas? But who's counting right? Perhaps some of the avid christmas shoppers are already done with their shopping. I know of some co workers who already have toys for their small children wrapped and tuck away in their linen closets. They've already have it down path – begin shopping after the previous year's Christmas and keep doing so while stuff go on sale during big holidays such as President's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Black Friday or Day After Thanksgiving Sale. They are the ones who scour clearance racks, clips coupons and fall in line in wee hours of the morning to get the best deal! As for me, I don't have a lot, I just need to get some of those stuffed baby toys by Lilliputiens for two of my god sons and three god daughters. It is a brand of children's toys made by a Danish company (that's Denmark, you guys!). They have all sorts of different toys from colorful stuffed letter blocks to animals, soft baby books and other things. Since the kids are very young, I figured soft toys with learning features can be very useful and fun for them and their parents.

My Favorite Television Sitcom-"The Nanny"

Posted: 24 Sep 2010 03:25 PM PDT

When I get a chance to unwind in the evenings, I like to watch a few episodes of one of my favorite shows, "The Nanny". This is an older show but I still enjoy watching the reruns. I like to watch this show because it is humorous and the characters are believable. The content of this show is also acceptable for children, so I can watch it even if my children are awake.

In "The Nanny", Fran Drescher plays the main character, a nanny for a wealthy family. There are three children, the father, the butler, and the father's assistant. The nanny tends to get herself in a few problems that usually relate to the father, who is a producer of Broadway plays. There is underlying tension between the father and the nanny, since they are always trying to ignore the romantic tension that is between them. As a side plot, the butler and the assistant are also attracted to each other, but chose to insult each other constantly in order to ignore the tension.

Watching "The Nanny" on the satellite TV I ordered at http://www.bestchoicetv.comis a great way I like to relax after a hard day at work. Although there are many other great shows on television, "The Nanny" is usually my first choice.

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