Fail blog This one is so completely self-explanatory that once you see it, you’ll see how I can derive hours of entertainment from it.

Linked In This is a professional networking site.  It’s very detailed, so it took me awhile to finish my profile.  But the information is so well organized, I was able to view all the Linked In members that were at Gardner-Webb while I was there, and request they join my network.  How cool is that?

Ten Thousand Villages I am planning to do a lot of my Christmas shopping here.  There’s a store in Pasadena, and we’re planning a trip out there this weekend.  The company imports fair trade, artisan-made products.  It reminds me of Costplus World Market, but with a conscience.  (Actually, I know nothing about World Market’s business practices, so I shouldn’t say anything negative…)  Ten Thousand Villages was recommended by my friend Keeley who works at the Princeton, New Jersey store. Check out the website to see if there’s a location in your area.

Reasons you should stay tuned to beautifulsorta.net: I am looking for some guest bloggers to mix things up a little bit.  (If you’re interested, let me know!)  Also, pics of our miniature Christmas tree coming soon.