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The new LEGO game, LEGO Universe, taps into and goes beyond the imagination. I think that LEGO fans from the past, present and future will

be pleased to meet this online massively multi-player game. Now this is the type of game that more of our children should be playing. I went over to the LEGO Universe website and had a look at the video trailer. This game seems to be very interactive and mentally stimulating. Well, I guess that’s why the say it’s a massively multi player game.

There are know AK 47’s (that I know of), but the avatars do have swords and laser shooter guns which are very cartoon like. Each player is challenged to think and use their imagination in this one. LEGO Universe involves making wrong things right that were made wrong when they used to be right (Lol, watch video), but the victory always goes to the player who is willing to play till the end… I mean, the good guy always wins. Yay!

LEGO Universe comes out in October of 2010 so get ready.

From one movie buff to another, I’ve got a great opportunity for you.  Well, actually its not mine to give but to share.  Redbox is always offering deals promotions and free movie rentals.  I checked my inbox this morning a got a cool email from the people at Redbox.  I’ve been looking to watch the movie The Spy Next Door with Jackie Chan, Amber Valletta, and Madeline Carroll.  It looks kind of silly but that’s the feel I was going for.  It’s almost like I’ve seen this film already though, it reminds me of The Pacifier with Vin Diesel.  But anyway it seems like a pretty nice fun movie to see this weekend.

This is the Redbox promotion: When you rent two or more movies at one time for regular price they’ll send you a promo code in around three days.  You can use this code to get a free DVD renal.  Just provide your email address when you checkout and that’s it.  They set it up though so you can’t abuse the system.  You can’t keep going back  using the same code over and ever.  But one free movie night is a good deal seeing as though you got it for free.

See what movies are available.  The closest Redbox is at the Lowes Food Store, here’s a map.   Check out The Spy Next Door Trailer:

How The Credit Card Act Can Help You

I feel like I can take a deep breath now. Sheesh! I was looking at TV earlier today and I saw a an update on the credit cards law. The over charge fees and low payment fees just seemed to be outrageous.

Mr. Credit Card: “Hey, you didnt use your credit card this month, that’ll be $20. Thanks.”

Is that crazy or what? Fortunately, I have never owened a credit card of my own. I didnt really understand how to use one until recently (about a year ago) and I just knew that I would drive my debt up and credit score down. I can now tell the difference between good debt and bad debt and how to use a credit card to give myself a personal loan. This type of debt (good debt) is used to invest into assets. The best kinds of assets in my opinion would be those that you enjoy and that have the ability to generate a passive or residual income.

With that method of credit card usage, as long as you are wise and timely with the currency, you can really change your families financial structure. So keep tha it mind where debit and credit is concerened.

I invite you to do your own research, but what I heard on TV was this. The limit for penalties and fees would be $25. Or your fee would be matched at the price that you overdraft. So for a $5 latta from Star Bucks you wouldnt be charged $30 only $5. This sounds like justice. Of course if you are reckless with your card, then credit card companies will act reckless back toward you.

How does this make you feel? Your comments are welcomed. For a more indepth look at the Credit Card Law you can watch this video from Cambridge Credit

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Is happiness really just a state of mind? Experts continue to debate on this, but it is widely believed that there are some things that we can all do to at least improve the quality of our daily lives if we are willing to put in the effort. Here are some ideas to get you started:

1. Be mindful: Try to stay in the moment. The here and now is all that matters, so make sure you do your best to pay attention to whatever is in front of you and leave the rest for later.
2. Laugh: Laughing (and even anticipating something funny) raises endorphin levels, helping you to have a general sense of well being, and who wouldn’t want that?
3. Sleep well: Getting in some good sleep can help improve your mood dramatically. It goes without saying that those who feel rested tend to be more productive and have a more positive outlook on life in general.
4. Nix the clutter: Even just making your bed before you leave for work can start your day off in a more positive direction. It’s amazing how even the little things can add up to an even brighter day!

Reader’s Digest is a great source of information on all things health, so stop by and check them out for more ideas on how to embrace positivity.

What do you do to stay happy? Leave your comment here or on Facebook

Raleigh Forecast for Saturday: Partly cloudy, High 90 degrees low 69, with a 20% chance of precipitation.

Forecast for the Sun, Saturday: Low 5,778 Kelvin (which is about 9,940.73 degrees Fahrenheit). With absolutely no chance for precipitation. It goes without saying that that is extremely Hot!!!

NASA has there eyes on the sun and many other experts around this beautiful green earth. The sun normally flows on 11 – 13 year cycles. Which means that we may be coming up for another solar storms. Solar storms occur when sunspots on our star erupt and spew out flumes of charged particles that can damage power systems. After looking at this video about the suns activity I realized that this could potentially effect the performance of my iPhone. This got my attention. No, but seriously, if the suns activity could effect our digital devices then think of what else could be effected. This subject might be worth a little investigation. I didn’t think that anything like this would actually happen any time soon.

The global warming is one thing, we had more to do with that than nature. But how do you prepare for a solar storm?

• Sun Screen (check)
• Umbrella (check)
• Sun Glasses (check)
• Super Soaker (check)

Are you serious? The only way to truly prepare is to be informed! I do believe that we will be alright though when the time comes. Our planet has some of the smartest people in the universe on it (well at least on this side of galaxy). Look at this video about The Sun’s Activity with NASA Animation.

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While this side of the world indulges in basket ball and the NBA Finals, the other side of the world is dancing around with some fancy footwork looking to figure out who is the greatest soccer team is the universe.  The World Cup kicks off in South Africa, June 11th.  Here is a clip of the 2006 winning goal by Esteban Cambiasso

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HBO is doing a new thing. I’m not sure when this begun but I just got hold that HBO is now trying to keep up with Netflix. They are now offering HBO Go, a new video streaming service.

For now, if you’re already an HBO subscriber, you can go online and watch the same movies that HBO plays on their cable channels for free.
So how will HBO make its service better than Netflix’s, that is the question, right?

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Well, for one, they can start by having a bigger movie selection. No one wants to see boring movies (TV remote speaks: “flick, flick, flick through the channels we go…”). They can also offer new subscribers five or six hours free for signing up. Also, create another incentive to generate more subscribers and keep the old ones, like sending out birthday gift cards, holiday deals, and keeping customers continuously updated on new movies.

Plus, Netflix is only $10.00 a month for subscribers, then guess what HBO??? You have to go lower. how low can you go? Hopefully this will help generate revenue for the company. Will you dive in to HBO Go?
On you Mark… Get set… HBO Go!

What is around you every day, you can see through it and it helps to make your life a little more convenient? Plastic. We are growing more and more in our love hate relationship with plastics.

“Hey Plastic, thanks for holding my juice.” “Plastic, how could you!? You’re getting in all of my food.” “Plastic you’re conveniently hurting me, don’t do that! Stop melting in the microwave. Awe! Come here, let me hold you, twist you, gulp… gulp… gulp… and Drink water from you.”

How would our life be with out plastics? Hard to imagine and it would take quite an effort to escape from its presence. Plastic is as much a part of our lives as our food. Just ask Jeanne Haegele as she went on a quest to see if her life could really be plastic-free. CNN did a Top Story on Jeanne and how she has transformed her life Living Without Plastics.

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