This is something a bit new. I’m trying out for the first time this week so please leave me some feedback on what your thinking. Every other Friday I want to share some of the Fabulous Finds I’ve come across during the past 2 weeks.
I occasionally do review a book, tool or product in my monthly newsletter and I get a lot of feedback around that from people who enjoy hearing of new exciting things. The types of things might vary but they will all be related to improving our lives and making them more fabulous! You know I love to share great stuff! Oh and if you have something you think I should take a look at I’d love for you to email the idea to me!
1. Livestrong – The Daily Plate
What is it and who’s it for? Simply put this is a tool you can use to help yourself get healthy (free!). There is a TON of stuff on this site but I am in love with My Daily Plate. It helps you determine the calories you eat and the calories you burn through exercise and keeps track for you. It’s easy and actually kind of fun. I have been using it for a while now and have learned a lot about my own eating habits.
There is also a fairly large community for support, ideas and even recipes! I can also add that there is an app for your smart phone so you can keep track as you go. One of the first things I advise all my clients is you have to know what is really and truly going on before you can try to change it. This goes for time management, relationships and health. I was surprised by a few things myself regarding what and how often I was eating.
Veronica is fun and fabulous. Her beautiful art reflects that. Now if you know me at all, you know I love things that are not only beautiful but unique and one of a kind and you’ll find all of that with Club Creative Studio. Pieces that are sure to make you stop and take notice. You can also follow Veronica’s engaging blog. She can introduce you to some much related to creativity. I especially loved her post on “mashed potato brain syndrome!”
While this might be old hat for a few of you it was news to me and I think it’s awesome! Basically you can access via the localized network in Starbucks stores, free content such as
news, entertainment, events etc. all while waiting for your Cafe Mocha! Discover new books, movies and what’s happening around you. There are a variety of topics from wellness to business channels. Check out this article for lots more details. I thought the free wi-fi in all the stores was pretty awesome but this just kicked it up a notch!
4. Kiqlo
This is a place where you can buy or sell digital media. Anything from pdf e-books, poetry, audio and my favourite pictures! An easy to use site for someone on a tight budget, but who wants to share their stuff with the world. I actually discovered this site when looking for pictures for my book. Very inexpensive to buy them here and lots to choose from. Definitely worth a little look if you are interested in having a download available. They do not charge to use this site. What they do ask is that if/when you start to make money you donate. The community seems very supportive and helpful.
These are some fabulous finds for this Friday. Let me know what you think of the concepts and any of the finds!
Keep on being your fabulous self, after all, no one does it quite like you!
Fabulous finds Bonnie! Love this post and I am looking forward to seeing next Fridays!
Oh my..This is such an interesting idea! I loved all your new discoveries… the Daily Plate sounds really helpful…I loved their site!
Looking forward to more Friday features!
This is so nice Bonnie! I gotta say, Starbucks rocks when it comes to giving their customers what they want. I just finished doing a study of their company for my new book and they beat everybody on the block for their use of social media for their biz. Looking forward to visiting here on Fridays!
They really do don’t they? I’m finding more and more meet ups there and I love it. The fact that they also have people who actually REPLY to tweets (Yup..I was replied to and in a short time) is amazing to me considering the amount they must have…awesome!
P.S. So happy to see Veronica featured here, too, Bonnie. She is one creative lady and I love her masterful and beautiful work!!
Agree whole heartedly.
Kudos, Bonnie!
I published a blog post recently entitled, “Themed Content – Not A Grab Bag”. So I’m sure you know exactly how I feel about your new idea and what we’ll find every other Friday here on your blog.
Thanks so much for showcasing KIQLO. I took one peek at the site and immediately created an account. I’m especially impressed that you can create a personalized newsletter on KIQLO … for free! Pretty cool.
Looking ahead to more Fabulous Finds Fridays!
*Happy Dance* I love getting kudos!
I used Kiqlo to offer my first tele-class I ever gave to host the free audio download after the fact and it was super. Very easy to use and straightforward. I hope it serves you well also!
This is a great idea Bonnie. I’m checking out these sites and looking forward to your next one.
I’m very excited about this and I’m grateful you stopped by and very happy you like it!
Not only will this be fun for your readers,,,you will look forward to preparing a blog with the highlights. I have found that having a “theme” to certain posts keeps your ideas focused and the routine you establish gives someone something to look forward to specificly. The word “fabulous” will be general enough to include all news mediums and I know that it will be fun! Thanks for including me in the kick off idea post I appreciate the love!
Oh there is lots of love Veronica! lol This is something I’ve been mulling over for a while and I’m thrilled that it is getting a great response to the first post.
Bonnie, great idea and you always come up with such creative ways to grow your blog. I am sure your readers including myself will appreciate these finds
Thanks for the support Diana! I want to share what I know and hopefully learn something along the way.
Wow! Loved this Bonnie! You have some great nuggets here. I’ve never heard of Kiqlo. Like Leona, I’m going to have to check this out! Thanks so much for sharing!
Glad to hear it! I think you’ll find Kiqlo interesting!
Bonnie,
Great idea! Never heard of the Starbucks one or the Kiqlo. Will have to check these out.
Veronica and Club Creative is awesome!
Yay! Glad I was able to share something new that is of interest. That’s what this Fabulous Finds Friday is all about. Veronica and Club Creative are amazing aren’t they? I just love browsing her site it’s so beautiful.