Carly Lejnieks
Carly is a seasoned marketing consultant and writer. Her personal experiences add a rich source of expertise, including raising four children. Laughter, optimism, tenacity and faith are the tenets of her character and success.
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Great Affordable Outdoor Activities for Kids and FamiliesThe work and school week is good but long. Then it's time to get outside. Families can find a host of things to do outdoors that are free and loads of fun; from tennis to outdoor concerts and movies to days at the beach. Read other great ideas here too. -
The Best Coffee Shops in Rochester, NYGoing to get a cup of fresh coffee in Rochester is only part of the draw. Few things beat fresh coffee from a roaster, but the character and atmosphere of these java joints are a close second.
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Guide to Birthday Party Venues for Children in Rochester, NYHolding a birthday party in one's own home is a huge undertaking. For the rest of us who are less ambitious or too busy with work, hosting a party at one of these top birthday facilities in Rochester is a top way to go.
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Guide to Starting a Summer Wine ClubThink about starting a wine club this summer! If you're anything like me, you enjoy good food, wine and time with friends. By starting a wine club you'll essentially organize a frequent (and fun) series of events that include all three. -
Tips for Running in Hot WeatherIdeally, when it comes time for a run the weather would offer minimal heat and low humidity. Unfortunately, these conditions are not always plausible. So what is a runner to do when faced with the proposition of running in hot weather? -
Ten Basics of an Online EducationThe breadth of online courses and education degrees continues to expand, along with technologies that allow the online learning process to be flexible and enriching. Read ten study tips to help make your online education more successful. -
Eight Ways to Get Rid of Aphids NaturallyAphids and other insect pests can be removed safely from your garden using organic methods. There are a variety of homemade herbal sprays that can be made to get rid of aphids, along with other pests, mildew and fungus diseases. -
Top Seven Ways to Lose Weight Quickly and NaturallyEveryone's always on the lookout for quick ways to lose weight, but many times this involves unhealthy decisions. If you want to lose weight more rapidly, be sure to employ these tried and true quick and safe weight loss tips for the best results. -
Pet Safe Weed Killer: Ways to Kill Weeds Without ChemicalsSmart grass care means keeping pets and people safe from harmful chemicals. Try these homemade pet safe weed control methods. These ingredients and recipes kill weeds, but keep pets and people protected. -
Movie Review: The NotebookThere is no better love story to watch than the movie The Notebook. It is masterfully produced on all accounts and a must-see for men and women alike. An epic romance where hope in love and finding a soul mate can be discovered.
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Natural Energy Boosters for WomenEnergy boosting principles highlight the importance of eating for energy, including: energy boosting snacks, smart foods and special days. Find what works best for you and renew your energy and health. -
Top Golf CoursesTake it from avid golfers who have lived in Rochester, NY their entire lives. When asked to rank the best golf courses in the Rochester area, these four golf courses rose to the top of the list. -
Preparing a Green NurseryYour green nursery checklist should cover a range of items including flooring, walls and organic bedding. Did someone say soy clothing? Get the basics right for a safe and healthy nursery for you and your baby.
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Top Natural Ways to Boost Energy for WomenThere are important energy boosting principles that combat tiredness and provide energy boosts when a low energy moment strikes. Lifestyle recommendations make a big impact too, which means there will be less energy lows overall to deal with.
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Guide to Organic WinesIf you love a nice glass of wine with dinner, wait until you try a glass of organic wine (it can mean more than just organic grapes). Go green and find some new organic wines to add to your list of favorites.
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How to Recycle at the OfficeEven worms (no kidding) can take the office to the next level of green. From compost to plastic, there is a lot more we can do at the office to recycle and make a difference. -
Top Tips to Getting the Cheapest Rates on Your Car InsuranceWhen it comes to shopping for car insurance it can be a bit like opening a can of worms. Here are eight top tips to help make the process easier and more successful for you. In the end, you (and your wallet) will be better off. -
Tips for Shopping for Import Car InsuranceDon't get caught by surprise after you've signed on the dotted line. Compile a checklist of companies to contact for import car insurance quotes - and other tips to guide your quote hunt.
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Summer Fashion Trends: Pants and CaprisTrendy pants cover the bases (and basics this year). Did you ever think match stick pants would come back in such force? And, there's more: what about those jeans? -
The Top 5 Bikini Swimsuits for 2009The top five bikini swimsuits for 2009 range in style, design and price. New fabrics and cuts for both tops and bottoms will be sure to elegantly cover a wide range of shapes and sizes.
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Strategic Business Planning and Objectives that Promote SuccessWhen is comes to success, some business objectives rise to the top. Loosely labeled, they fall into the buckets of brand, customer, employee, growth and operations. Strategic plans that dismiss one or more of these objectives require stringent review. -
Cheapest Tropical Summer Vacation PackagesCheapest tropical vacation packages (ranging from $339 - $792 per person for hotel plus airfare) feature destinations, including: Mexico, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, St. Thomas and St. Martins. -
The Easter PromiseEaster often awakens our faith and deepens it. When you step back and truly fathom the awesome fact that Jesus was raised from death to eternal life, a new passageway to hope, reverence and service will appear in your life. Happy Easter and God Bless.
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Simple Creative Projects for Kids to Do OutdoorsOver the years, I have engaged in a variety of projects with kids to provide them opportunities to be artistic. Some of the most popular have included sidewalk chalk (like recreating a Candy Land board on your driveway). Here's a list of favorites.
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Best Ice Cream Parlors in Rochester, New YorkThere's more than just the ice cream and frozen yogurt, each parlor has all the toppings required for an overall enjoyable family outing.
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Meaningful Ways to Bond with Your Teenage DaughterThere are several "teenage daughter bonding activities" that have been very positive and rewarding. Are you in tune? Make time for her; give some of these suggestions a try!
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Why the Movie Big Should Go from "Video-to-Platinum"For more than 20 years, the movie Big entertains, awakens the imagination and inspires a range of emotions in children and adults of all ages. The story is brilliant. The acting (there is possibly no better than Tom Hanks) is superb.
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An Enduring Musical Debut for the 80'sGrowing up a Genesis fan, as many of us did, having Phil Collins branch out on his own was great news. When Face Value was released in 1981, his debut solo album, Genesis enthusiasts lined up (I was there!).
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United Technologies Announces Layoffs Affecting 11,600 Employees WorldwideUnited Technologies announced a 5% global staff reduction, meaning 11,600 employees will be laid-off in 2009. The company has planned for additional job cuts in 2010, totaling approximately 18,000 employment reductions over the next two years.
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All that You DoThis poem is dedicated to Jesus. On Good Friday we celebrate the sacrifice He made for all of us by dying on the cross. The true beauty of His promise is that it is eternal, for us to seize and live at any time, all of the time.
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2009 Top Ten Slow Dance Prom SongsThe top ten prom love songs ultimately deliver on "the entire package" - the right blend of groove, lyrics, attitude and overall "hold-your-baby-tight factor". Being a new release isn't a deal breaker. After all, the right song is, "the right song"!