Running “Barefoot”: Vibram Five Fingers January 9, 2010

Say hello to my favorite running shoes. The Vibram Five Fingers.

After having a few injuries and the aches and pains in my ankles, knees and hips, well known to many runners, I decided to make a radical change in my workout.  Now, I am addicted. The KSO’s feel great. I love how my stride has changed and heel strikes are a thing of the past.  Believe me, you only make the mistake of heel striking in these shoes once!

Try out a pair. I travel a great deal and they are also great on planes and just walking around a new city.  Don’t mind the staring, you will get used to it.

Don’t forget to get your Injinji Socks!  So comfy even around the house. There are also split toe and yoga versions.
Check out there website to see all versions.

Bentonite Clay Healing Mask January 6, 2010

By far, one of my favorite products and Sunday evening activities. A teaspoon of clay and a cap full of Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar, bubble bubble , toil and trouble, VOILA!  A  soothing mask that makes your skin feel like silk, help reduce the look of large pores and just feels damn good.  Clay baths are a joy as well.

Better yet, it won’t empty your bank account.One pound should last up to 6 months. Priced under $10.

Aztec Secret

Secunia: On-line Computer Security Scanning January 5, 2010

So, you don’t have security software installed or you feel you may already have a virus that has disabled your security software. What to do? Here is one of many free on-line vulnerability scanners to help keep you secure.  You may also  download the desktop version for personal use.  A handy reminder service is also part of the free service.

Personal Use Downloads:
http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/personal

#Amazon Income January 4, 2010

The ultimate passive income.  Amazon Associates is a free system to set up your own AStore or set up links to monetize your blog or website with products you recommend.  The stores are simple to set up and can be up and running in a weekend.  Multiple stores are allowed as well if you want to set up boutique stores catering to a smaller niche.

Start selling!

Spotify Taste Test January 4, 2010

UK music site not yet launched in the US due to the usual music industry mishegas. So far, the ad supported version seems to be working over the pond or you can choose a premium version.  If you want to try it out, here is a snippet I found on Tech Crunch.

Invite yourself from anywhere:
1) go to http://www.daveproxy.co.uk/
2) enter the following URL: https://www.spotify.com/en/get-started/
3) Create your account, for UK postcode – check http://www.postcodesearch.org.uk/

One of many great daily news feeds

#RichDadNYC: Free Investment Classes January 4, 2010

Free, gratis, no cash down. It’s the best money you never spent. An enthusiastic teacher who is a proven investor. Real life options for real people. No amount of debt is too large to overcome. With small steps into investing, you will be surprised how quickly the light at the end of the debt tunnel gets brighter.

The attendees in this class are also a great source of inspiration and information.

You are required to read Rich Dad Poor Dad prior to attending.

Sign up here to get on the newsletter:  http://richdadnyc.com/

Join the Facebook Club for additional links, updates and events.

#Hollywood Stock Exchange (HSX.com) January 3, 2010

Now in my tenth year as a HSX.com trader, I am still addicted.  Buying and selling movie stocks from development phase to wrap.  I follow my favorite directors to see what is coming down the pike, sometimes 3 to 4 years in advance.

Opportunities to make actual money are available, but if you just want a bit of fun and want to  know what movies are coming out and when, sign up.  To add me to your trader list, search : manifeststefany.  I love competition!

http://www.hsx.com

Update: HSX has added profile pages. Great way to meet other traders.

Photo Editing: Picnik January 3, 2010

Great on-line photo editing tool. Anyone who uses images from the web can grab and edit easily. The free version is more then enough for a basic user who needs minor editing and cleaning toold. The premium version is Photo shop but does a good job for a more advanced newbie.

Very hand if you like downloading restricted photos. But you wouldn’t do that, now would you.

http://www.picnik.com

Where is Your Blog? December 31, 2009

Get your blog noticed.

Google:

http://blogsearch.google.com/ping?hl=en

https://www.google.com/webmasters/tools/home?hl=en

http://www.google.com/analytics/

Bing:

http://www.bing.com/webmaster/WebmasterAddSitesPage.aspx

Yahoo:

https://siteexplorer.search.yahoo.com/mysites

Blog catalog:

http://www.blogcatalog.com/

FeedMap:

http://www.feedmap.net/

Keep a Mint December 24, 2009

Mint.com is by far one of the best sites I have found to manage spending and find new deals on everything from 401k’s, new banks, and stock trading platforms.  Full listings of fees, potential savings and gains. Alerts are sent via email to let you know you have lost your mind on spending.  It’s a nice reality check.

Mint.com

Mint.com is the leading online personal finance service, providing more than 400,000 users a fresh, easy and intelligent approach to money management. And it’s free. Mint is managing over $12 billion in transactions and has identified more than $100 million in potential savings for its users. Designed to be effortless, Mint.com takes less than five minutes to set up. Users register anonymously using only a valid email address. Mint then does the rest, securely downloading transaction data from more than 7,000 US financial institutions. Users never need to import or synch their data. Mint, rated top in its category by PC World and PC Magazine, applies patent-pending technology and proprietary algorithms to categorize transactions; provide a unified view of all account activity; alert users to low balances, bank fees, upcoming bills, and even potentially suspicious account activity; and give users personalized suggestions for significant savings opportunities.