3 Tips for Sending Special Messages

Staying in touch with family and friends has never been easier with the speed and efficiency of today's technology. We live in a world of e-mail, text and instant messages and mobile conversations.

While such options make it easy to stay in touch, these technologies have also lessened the emotional aspect of our communications.

Here are a few suggestions on how to use technology to stay close to loved ones and, at the same time, bring back the personal element in your communications.

* Send a personal DVD message. Now you can give the gift of vivid, colorful memories by creating personalized DVD messages for your friends and family. It's a fast, easy and fun way to stay in touch.

Can't make it to your high school reunion? Use a Sony DVD Handycam camcorder to record a special message to old classmates. You can even get special Sony DVD mail envelopes to share your discs.

Encourage friends and family to reciprocate. When you receive their DVDs, just pop them into your player as you would a movie.

* Make a Webcam chat date. A picture tells a thousand words, but real-time video speaks volumes. While nothing can replace an in-person conversation, you can get awfully close to the real thing with a Webcam chat.

Gather your loved ones in front of the Webcam to talk, view photos or share advice.

First time carving the turkey? Get Dad on the Webcam - he can probably walk you through it. Schedule your chat on a special occasion - perhaps on a birthday or holiday - and don't forget to plan your next one. You can even make it an annual event.

* Create a video file on your digital still camera. Forgot your mom's birthday or couldn't attend your child's school play? Send your loved ones a video clip so that they'll know how much you care.

Be creative, shake things up and share your ideas. It's never been so easy to "be there when you're not." - NU

The Big Fat Juicer You Can Count On

The juicer has come a long way from the simple utensil that your parents used to squeeze orange juice from an orange when you were younger. In fact, it is now one of the most essential appliances for many kitchens across the country. We have learned so much in the way of why we need to consume juices of various types. Now, with technology, we have some of the best equipment to make drinking that juice easier, more flavorful, and even more cost effective. All this from a juicer? Count on it and so much more.

There are several brands of juicers on the market, but what you will find is excellent features in all of them. Many of them offer a wide range of essential settings in which to use them. And, they all have something else in common as well. They deliver high quality juice just the way you want them to.

A Closer Look At The Options

Taking a closer look at juicer options will tell you that there is much to consider in your purchase. Don't just head to the local store to purchase whatever they have on their shelves. On the web, you will find a wide range of high quality products that really will knock your socks off in quality and cost. Some of these machines are so easy to use that it is no harder to squeeze a glass of juice as it is to open the carton to pour some pre made juice.

Some of the things that you will find useful in juicers are the following. Did you know that many of the juicers you can purchase can be purchased to allow different types of pulp settings? Some will allow you to add ice to them to create more of an iced treat than juice? Others will provide you with a quick glass of juice that really pulls as much juice out of the fruit that is possible. Still there are more features. Some of these will help you to allow for easy clean up. Others will help you to mix various fruits to create smoothies and shakes.

Why Purchase A Juicer?

Many people do not get it. Why purchase a juicer when you can purchase juice already squeezed? The simple fact of the matter is that juice is full of essential nutrients that your body needs. When it is stored, these products break down and offer less of a value to your diet. Likewise, they also lose their flavor the longer they sit. Freshly squeezed juice is tastier and healthier for you.

Take a few minutes to check out the options that are out there. Find those juicers that offer just what you want to gain from that orange this time. And, look for easy to use equipment that is also easy to clean and maintain. What a great way to start the day with a juicer to give you the best juice out there.