Michelle Peterson
I am a modern Renaissance woman - business-oriented strategist with an MBA in marketing and a love of the arts, especially film, theater and dance. I am a craftsperson who enjoys quilting, embroidery, knitting, crocheting. My earthy nature draws me to gardening, and makes me yearn for a small farm. I long to raise, chicken and goats. I also want to raise sheep and learn to shear, spin and dye wool. I am a backyard beekeeper, and plan to become a certified Master Beekeeper by 2012. I have 3 dogs and 2 cats, all rescued. I live as green as possible, and recycle everything I can. I do my best to live a life of joy and gratitude, and strive to lead by example. I enjoy reading. And I like to write...
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MBA - Lehigh University, MA Arts Admin. program - University of Cincinnati, BA - Moravian CollegeInterests
business, marketing, direct sales, tax pro, positive motivation, life coaching, green living, gardening, dogs, cats, beekeeping, movies, booksAffiliations
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Super Bowl Recipe: Quick and Easy Crab DipSpreadable crab dip that's perfect for any fun Super Bowl Party
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Holiday Movie Memories: 'Christmas in New York'During the 1964 holiday season, I saw "Mary Poppins" at Radio City Music Hall - a memory that has lasted a lifetime. -
South Florida Gardening Favorites: StarfruitThe carambola, or starfruit, is a delicious citrusy fruit that is gaining popularity in South Florida gardens. -
South Florida Gardening: Epsom Salt - The Miracle Mineral for Southern GardensMost people use Epsom salt for soaking feet and constipation relief, but it's also a great plant food supplement, especially in sandy Southern soil. -
South Florida Gardening Buzz: Fall Plants that Feed Local HoneybeesHoneybees are great pollinators, and need to feed year-round. So here are a few pollen and nectar sources for them in the Fall. -
Southeast Florida Farmers Markets - Fresh Produce and Good Eats for One and AllSouth Florida is fortunate to have year-round markets that offer a variety of fresh local produce for residents to enjoy. Here's a listing of just a few -- -
Love Poems Perfect for Any Wedding, Anniversary or Special OccasionHere are a few of my favorite love poems that would be perfect for any wedding, anniversary, or celebration of love. -
Thanksgiving Day PoemA poem that describes our typical Thanksgiving Day -
Great Mexican Chip Dip for Thanksgiving Day FootballHere is a great healthy chip dip to follow a filling Thanksgiving meal - perfect snack when watching those bowl games!
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Best Breakfast Recipe: Cheesy Egg CasseroleHere's a recipe for a delicious cheesy egg casserole that you make the night before and bake in the morning.
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Thanksgiving MemoriesAlmost everyone has special Thanksgiving Day memories they treasure...these are mine.
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Ten Movies to Watch on a Snow DayMy list of the 10 best movies to watch on a snow day
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Eco-Friendly Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite MenSome tips for pleasing your favorite guy with green Christmas presents -
Eco-Friendly Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite WomenIdeas for giving green gifts and recycled presents to women this Christmas season. -
My Top Ten Picks for the Best Christmas CroonersA countdown of my top favorite best holiday singers ... not your typical Christmas crooners. -
On Florida's Amendment 4: Requiring a Referendum for Any Major Land Use PlanWhy responsible Floridians need to VOTE YES on Amendment 4 to stop future irresponsibility and over-development. -
Inspirational Bible Verses: 5 Quotes from the Good Book that Guide My LifeBible verses can provide great inspiration, and these have helped me throughout my life. -
South Florida Gardening: Fall is the Perfect Time to Plant Your Vegetable Garden!In most areas of the country spring is the time to plant vegetable gardens, but fall is the best time for Tropical South Florida -
Lasagna Gardening: The No Dig, No Till, Low Weed, Little Effort Way to Create a Thriving GardenLazy gardeners, like me, have found a no-shovel, no-till, low-weed way to create great gardening results, and it's called lasagna gardening -
South Florida Gardening: Invasive and Prohibited Plant Species - Five Big Bad BoysSouth Florida gardeners need to recognize non-native invasive plants so they can stop them from spreading in local yards, gardens and landscapes.
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Avoiding Viral Gardening: Choosing Plants that Will Not Create a Hostile Takeover of Your Home LandscapeHere are 3 plants commonly found in local garden centers that can quickly takeover any flower garden or home landscape. Avoid them at all costs.
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Gardening in South Florida: Gardening in the ShadeAttractive plants that do well in South Florida gardens are difficult to find. Here are three that I've added to my must-have gardening list: Shrimp Plant, Coleus, and African Iris.
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South Florida Gardening: Plant New Hybrid Peach Trees This FallHere's a news flash: Yes! You CAN grow peaches in tropical Florida! Thanks to the scientists and experts at the University of Florida, hybrid peach trees are available at local nurseries and garden centers.
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South Florida Gardening: Vegetable Gardening TipsGrowing vegetables in South Florida can be a challenge unless your follow some simple guidelines. Here are some tips for producing the best produce down South.
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South Florida Gardening: The Best Performing Herbs for Your Southern GardenSome herbs grow better than others in sunny South Florida. Here are my top picks as the best plants to reap the most rewards from your herb gardening efforts.
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South Florida Gardening:How To Grow a Thriving Herb GardenHow to grow a successful herb garden in South Florida - tips for overcoming the South's unique challenges and gardening your way to success.
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South Florida Gardening Favorites: FirebushThe firebush is a South Florida shrub that make up with color and wildlife attraction what it lacks in native shape and form.
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South Florida Gardening Favorites: Wild CoffeeThe wild coffee is a perfect garden addition to harbor and feed honey bees, butterflies, and a variety of birds.
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South Florida Gardening Favorites: The CocoplumThe cocoplum is a favorite South Florida plant - perfect for home gardens and commercial landscapes - because it is hardy, easy to grow, and has high salt tolerance.
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Summer BlissA poem about the joys of being a backyard beekeeper and seeing honey bees working in the garden.
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Spectrum SelectionMy haiku on the color purple -- a tribute to the merger of Associated Content with Yahoo
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Celebrate Independence Day with a Great Chilled Brew or TwoWhat could be more American than celebrating the 4th of July with a cold wet brew?! Here are my picks for 5 great summer beers that will delight you and your guests at your Independence Day celebrations.
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How I Lost Weight and Found a New CareerHow I lost weight quickly and safely for under $2 a meal with nutritious shakes that taste smell like cookie dough and taste like milkshakes. Join the Body By Vi Challenge today and lose weight like I did.
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Gardening in South Florida: Wear the Right ClothingWhen gardening in the summer it's important to wear the proper attire. The right clothing is particularly important in the Southeast. So here are five tips for the suiting up for successful summer gardening regardless of where you live.
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Mosquito Control Using Animals and InsectsIf you're having problems with mosquitoes this summer, there are some animals and insects you can use for bio-control - ways to keep that mosquito population in hand.
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Plants that Work as Natural Mosquito RepellantsThere are natural ways to keep nasty mosquitoes at bay. One way is to add mosquito repelling plants to your home's landscape. Here are a few of my favorites.
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My Pick for Mayor of Port St. Lucie, Florida : Shirley CopenhaverTen candidates will run for mayor of Port St Lucie, but only Shirley Copenhaver will get my vote
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South Florida Gardening: Xeriscaping with FlowersAlthough the best plants for xeriscaping are Florida natives, there are many great flowering plants to choose from when creating your South Florida garden. Here are a few great plant specimens that you might include when planning your garden:
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South Florida Gardening: Xeriscaping with ShrubsShrubbery is often the foundation of any good South Florida landscape. Gardening plants are built around the foundation provided by larger specimens. So the shrubs you use in your xeriscape will be important to the creation of the rest of your landscape
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South Florida Gardening: Xeriscaping with TreesLearn how you can use drought-tolerant trees in your South Florida landscape
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How to Create a Successful Garden in South FloridaHow to create a successful South Florida garden that will flourish in this special climate.
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Top Ten Romance Movies for Mother's DayWhat American mom can resist a good romantic comedy? Here's a list of my top ten picks for movies that I would watch with my mom.
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Ten Movies for Mother's DayMake a date with Mom to go to the movies on Mother's Day -- your treat -- and pick from one of these ten films.
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Spring Activities in the Port St. Lucie, Florida, AreaCelebrate spring with festivals and fun-filled events that commemorate the season.
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Free Local Advertising in and Around Port St Lucie, FloridaMany ways to get free advertising and publicity
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Port Saint Lucie Picks for Prime BurgersTop 3 burger restaurants in Port St Lucie, Florida
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Guide to Florida's Native Nectar PlantsThanks to Florida's geographic diversity, residents can plant an array of beautiful flowering plants that cater to the unique needs of nectar-loving butterflies, dragonflies, hummingbirds and honeybees.
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Achieve Your GoalsTen top ways to help you stop making excuses, achieve your goals and dreams, and have the life you know you deserve.
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Quick and Easy Recipes for HamFast, easy recipes for turning pounds of leftover holiday ham into great dishes. Perfect for after Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving and other celebrations.
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Laundry Habits that Make Your Clothes Look Better and Last LongerOne way to save money on clothing is to learn these laundry tips and tricks that will help fabrics look better and last longer.
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Six Simple Steps to Starting Your EBay Stream of IncomeSimple ways to help you get stared selling on eBay and making money today
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10 Ways Marriage Changes Your RelationshipIt's no surprise to anyone that getting married will change a relationship. Whatever your personal opinion, no one can argue that marriage will change things for a couple. Here are ten ways marriage changes relationships.
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Marketing Your BusinessTen easy ways to market and promote your business especially if you are uncomfortable, shy or hate the idea of selling
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Garden Nurseries in the Treasure Coast, FloridaThree excellent garden nurseries for residents and landscapers in the greater Port St Lucie, Florida region
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Great First Dates in Port St Lucie, FloridaThree spots to take your date in the Port St Lucie area
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Best Way to Lose WeightThe easiest way to lose weight is to be tough and just shut your mouth and get off your butt.
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What You Need to Be a Winner in LifeSeven key elements you must have to be a winner and to succeed in life.
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Deduct Business Use of a HomeLearn what the experts know you can legitimately claim office-in-home deductions and maximize your tax refund.
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Macromanaging for Results: Cut Them Loose and Avoid the Noose!Macromanaging is the new way to manage -- allowing your staff the latitude to do what they do best -- without your interference. Macromanaging releases responsibility to your team, and focusing on the "what" instead of the "how".