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- Why My Inspiration Lounge is relaunching as Empower Lounge!
- Get ready for the My Inspiration Lounge relaunch!
- 10 lies you will hear before you pursue your dream
- Keep it loose, keep it tight
- 2011 resolutions: toss, dig deep, rewrite, rock it.
- How to find your true path
- One-of-a-kind 2011 calendars
- NPR's best books and music of 2010
- Can't believe my eyes: Blue Christmas with Elvis Presley and Martina McBride
- Sponsored Post: Flying Wish Paper, watch your wish fly into the sky!
- 5 tips to help bring zen into your holidays
- Sing: one country band we can all fall in love with
- Give: how one click can help 30 amazing women
- How to attract what you want in life with a vision book
- One mom's moving story that will have you sayin' I GET TO do laundry
- Sing: If I were brave, perfect 2011 inspiration
- Meet Mr. Hay Snowman in my neighborhood
- The ultimate 2010 holiday gift guide roundup
- A holiday charity calendar that will inspire the mind and help kids
- Great version of Baby, It's Cold Outside with Dolly Parton and Rod Stewart
- What pets can teach us about marriage
- Sing: Sweet Serendipity by Lee DeWyze
- 10 fabulous ways to overcome stress
- Love this Nike ad for women
- Music Monday: lovin' this request...Butterfly Woman from new band, Chic Gamine
- 10 ways to give away your power
- Music Monday request: Edge of the Ocean by Ivy
- all i did was listen, inspiring art created by a psychologist
- Promise #36: Sit. Stay. Don't be a heel.
- my new favorite song: loving you is easy by sarah mclachlan
- the girl effect: the revolution will be led by a 12-year-old-girl. with our help.
- Music Monday with Ruby Jane, 15 yo, musical phenomenon
- free iPhone wallpapers from Anne Taintor
- seen on gypsy girl's guide: just call me gennyca
- Be inspired to travel: read life is a trip, the transformative magic of travel
- Yes, 7 bales of hay and pumpkins do fit into a mini-van
- How listening to your inner voice can save a life
- Created for kids, perfect for adults: What I Am by Will.i.am
- Show up anyways
- Breast cancer facts, get inspired to check your ta-tas
- Beautiful: inspirational papercuts by 19 yo Elle
- Music Monday: Who made you king of anything?
- 10 great quotes to get you motivated and dreaming big
- waterfalls, tubing and wild animals...oh my!
- Happy find: Reach For It recycled locket set
- Baby, I'm In by Keith Urban: Music Monday Request
- 10 easy exercises anyone can do right now
- Music Monday: Chanda Mama
- What's up down there? A book not-to-be-missed.
- My girl rocks her handmade tee
- Watch this: what would you tell yourself before having kids?
- 7 powerful ways to squash your excuses
- Music Monday: Rome wasn't built in a day
- Stress less, kiss more
- A dumpster find turned into a vision board
- Think before you commit
- Let it shine...Summer Day by Sheryl Crow
- Got tomatoes? Deliver happiness with a basil tomato bouquet
- 7 ways to dream big with Vitamin G
- Post-it notes left to their fate in public places
- Remember your favorite places to visit with JourneyMarkers
- Jazzy tune from Eat Pray Love soundtrack
- Inspiring photos: the First Lady slows down to frolic in the waves
- 5-minutes with Lu Ann Cahn about her one year of firsts
- This says it all: It's Five O'Clock Somehere
- The secret trick to being nice to your inner kiddo
- One bold, inspiring girl: Erica Goldson with Here I Stand
- It's what you become. No matter what.
- Music Monday: you. yes you. you're a superwoman.
- 5 minutes with Lorrie Thomas about her first vision board
- How to make the world a better place
- This will get you movin': Paolo Nutini with 10/10
- What it means to inspire
- Your BBQ survival guide to staying fit this summer
- Creative way to hide your flat screen
- Perfect 4th of July tune: Ray Charles singing America The Beautiful
- Photos from my first live bold trunk show
- The best is yet to come wall decal
- Music Monday: Stevie live in Japan with Isn't She Lovely
- How will you make this a summer to remember?
- Recycle facts: 8 things you didn't know you could recycle
- Local linchpin meetups and the manifesto
- The great unanswered question...
- Music Monday: summertime
- Creative inspiration: knit graffiti or yarn bombing by Magda Sayeg
- Best tote for carrying anything and everything
- Music Monday: I've got a pocket full of sunshine
- Free downloads of inspiration for you
- One of many favorites in our new house
- June's Curly Girl: she packed up her potential and headed out
- A must-see: Elizabeth Gilbert talks about how she lives her best life
- Inspiration Lounge at the Capital of Texas triathlon
- 5 awesome resources to live a happier life
- Reinvent your stuff: 20 home diy projects
- Inspiration from the class of 2010
- Music Monday: Fearless Love by Melissa Etheridge
- 4 do-over! tips I shared with Ann Daly
- How dirty is your makeup?
- Music Monday: More Than A Woman
- Crazy new things to do in May
- 4 tips on how to forgive someone
- Quick power workouts for at home
- Norah Jones reinvents herself
- anyday bouquet and happy mother's day!
- 35 little ways to share with the world
- To all the real mothers with sticky floors and happy kids!
- Zip lining and swimming holes...my mini-vacation in Austin!
- Music Monday: Sugar Sweet by Grandpa Elliott
- 5 ways to help when someone you love is grieving
- Save a life, join Oprah's no phone zone day!
- Don't laugh...but this song makes me feel like dancin'!
- 10 things a mom really wants for Mother's Day
- How to be green: 10 things you should never buy again
- Wah-wah or rah-rah?
- Smile, Smile, Smile with Audrey Hepburn
- 20 fun things to do in Spring
- Who do you call when you need inspiration?
- A moving duo: I'm Alive, Kenny Chesney and Dave Matthews
- A stylish and functional herb keeper
- The best yoga for abs
- Join TOMS and go one day without shoes
- Family photos and why we do it
- Raise the roof, everyone wants you to
- Spring, Easter and yummy things
- Best mouse pads for daily inspiration
- It's always better when we're together
- Entrepreneur aha! moments: 3 men fess up about what they know now
- 5 ways to get more organized
- Grab your candles for the Earth Hour on March 27th
- Top 3 do-over mistakes to avoid when reinventing yourself
- Pure inspiration. Natalie Merchant singing Kind and Generous
- 10 easy ways to stick to a good healthy diet
- Inspiration for hanging wall pictures
- 5 red flags you're dating a financial deadbeat
- A random act of kindness I won't forget
- A trip to the flower nursery
- Entrepreneur aha moments: only you can clarify your vision
- 5 ways to work through relationship closure
- Celebrating International Women's Day
- Austin womens web site for best resources, activities, networking, businesses
- Dreamin' of Mexico with James Taylor
- Puppy love...meet Miss Daisy Dukes
- A career quiz to discover who you're meant to be
- Seasonal foods for March
- Stand by Me: uniting people around the world
- 15 reasons to be grateful today
- How to make twitter work for your business: Entrepreneur Aha Moments
- Snow in Austin. Bizarre but beautiful.
- Simple yoga poses for the hotel room
- Sade: its a wild wild west, I'm doing my best
- The 3 secrets of happiness from The Happiness Project
- Advice on relationships: why we argue
- The top 100 must-read books picked by MORE
- I'm featured on The Women's Conference Site!
- May I suggest. A song for you.
- Irresistable pet photos and desire to inspire
- Entrepreneur aha! moments: from the trenches, simple actions that did the trick
- Inspiration for the laundry room turns it into a secret retreat
- Inspiring music: Mary J. Blige and U2 get soul crazy singing One
- Shhh.....
- Cards for Valentines Day worthy of framing
- Wear RED to help fight heart disease in women, the #1 killer
- How to change your life in 1-minute: 5 creative ways to say NO
- Best book for homemade beauty recipes: Return To Beauty
- Girls just wanna have fun
- Entrepreneur aha! moments: Just do it
- Create change in 5-minutes: get organized now using everyday items
- A postcard with a secret on it
- Unbelievable: Madonna sings Like a Prayer for Hope For Haiti Now benefit
- The best wine karafe for when you're on the go
- Entrepreneur aha! moments: 3 things I learned from surveying my readers
- Take 5-minutes to do these easy yoga stretches before bed
- Bring the sunshine in: lemons, your all natural cleaner and citrus flowers
- The 8-hour perfume for the 24-hour woman
- Help other people: Haiti relief fundraisers and resources
- New features on MyInspirationLounge.com inspired by you
- Detox foods to eat and avoid
- Great book read: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
- Greatest song of all time from the 70's: What's Going On, Marvin Gaye
- Inspiring moments: Ava's bracelet stand on a chilly, 37 degree morning
- Get radiant skin with these 10 winter skincare tips
- Inspiring women: 12 women we lost and what they helped us find
- Greatest song of all time from the 60's: I'm a Believer
- Magical Christmas moments
- What will be your one word for 2010?
- Off to Cali for Christmas and we'll be cruising in a RV!
- One step to a healthier you and my anti-resolution thought
- This will have you swaying back and forth: John Lennon's So This Is Christmas
- Pandora, top music site for free internet radio
- The best websites, resources for careers, learning and reinventing yourself
- Don't miss this curly girl calendar for 2010
- The best web sites for local reviews
- 10 things we can do to empower women right now
- Healthy appetizers to mingle around
- The ultimate resource for best books to read
- Fun handmade and DIY gift ideas
- Favorite sites for unique holiday cards
- It's time to pull yourself up
- 5 delicious simple soup recipes
- The greatest music hits from Inspiration Monday
- 5 survival tips for the next few days
- Great presents under $50
- Best travel sites on the web
- Pamper yourself inexpensively, here's how
- Leftover food from holiday dinners: here's how long you can keep it
- We can never be too old to make a wish
- The first widget ever to share inspiring thoughts from ordinary people
- Get inspired: what have you done today to make you feel proud
- Best holiday deals you don't want to miss
- A happy song: feelin' groovy
- A top womens resource for investing and personal finance tips: DailyWorth
- Homemade body scrub, a fun DIY gift idea
- 15 ideas for dates, a date with YOU that is!
- Holiday gift guide
- Check out this tag cloud based on my twitter followers
- What you don't hear about twitter
- Best music video ever: I gotta feeling from Oprah's kickoff party!
- Let's make a promise to end fat talk
- How to stop driving yourself so damn hard
- Original gifts that inspire us to live bold, believe and never give up
- Say hey say hey! Time to boogie down with Michael Franti and Spearhead
- The Times Magazine and Maria Shriver Report: Why this conversation is important for families, not just women
- For women entrepreneurs, tune in to hear me on Ask The Marketing Therapist this Monday
- Instant girl power right here: The Laverne and Shirley song
- Fall foliage pictures
- 5 fall wreaths that will have the neighbors knockin'
- This Friday join me on the radio show, How She Really Does It
- Smile more, it increases your face value
- A free women's newsletter: InspireMail
- 10 thoughts on whole living
- 2 ways I'm taking care of me this week
- 5 happy foods for fall
- The secret to happiness and success
- The beautiful mystery flower that inspired drawing
- Whitney Houston's new song: I look to you
- Life is short
- 10 unordinary tips for entrepreneur women
- Lovin' this woman tip: how to be a gutsy gal
- music video: indigo girls closer to fine
- If mood were colors...I'd be orange
- 9 tips to get the best antioxidants and superfoods into your diet
- Powerful manifestos and goal-setting tools
- Peace, love and margaritas
- Top sites for scrapbooking kits, inspiration, tutorials and supplies
- My trip to the rainforest for a "doin' it my way" kind of wedding!
- Barbra Streisand and Diana Krall are still chasing their dreams
- What inspiring quote will YOU be famous for?
- WOW. One year ago MyInspirationLounge.com launched!
- Ziggy Marley: True to Myself
- Unexpected blessings
- Best business networks for women entrepreneurs
- 26 things I am grateful for: The Gratitude Challenge
- There is nothing better than this: kids singing I will rule the world
- Here I go with The Gratitude Challenge!
- Money lessons from Suze Orman and Oprah on what powerful means
- Easy yoga stretches that are better than vino
- Lovin' this mellow tune...all that you have is your soul
- Modern and stylish home based business opportunities
- Zen quickies: 10 ways to feel more balanced in life instantly
- Time to dance and move it forward!
- happier than a bird with a french fry
- The Power of Less Book: the how-to bible on finding balance in life
- RetailMeNot.com: A must-stop for free online coupon codes
- I know where I'm not going, I will not be broken
- A few of my favorite things: my space
- A few of my favorite things: these playful island girls
- A few of my favorite things: warm water
- One of my favorite things: my girls
- A few of my favorite things...
- How to be happy and rock your world
- Women business events not to be missed
- Women lifestyle events not to be missed
- Event spotlight: National Conference on Widowhood, July 17th in San Diego
- Don't stop believing by Journey
- Friday Insta-Boost: Do What You love, Love What You Do
- Self-love time! Here's your Zodiac Therapy for July
- Easy summer recipes to cool you down
- A going green contest giving away big prizes to Texas women small businesses
- Let's hear it from Big Mama Thornton!
- Finding your inner beat
- Remember when you were a kid and you thought you could do anything?
- Sing-out-loud to If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain...
- A dance fight between Michael Jackson and John Travolta
- Hot Summer Reading Lists
- Love this tune: Summer Wine
- Hello from Austin!
- Jiving to Dancing Queen by ABBA
- Audrey Hepburn Inspiration: I Believe In Pink
- My top picks for organic and natural skincare websites
- Throw a green cleaning party! Window cleaner martini anyone?
- Iz sings a favorite for us, Over the Rainbow
- The little moments
- Share Our Strength's Great American Bake Sale: No Kid Hungry
- 8 Ways Travel Will Inspire You
- Playing For Change Music: War, No More Trouble
- A little sass for a Friday: These boots are made for...
- If you had a million dollars, heck make it a billion! How would you give back?
- Time to zen out with Inspiration Lounge on Facebook!
- One trip to the gyno you won't forget: The Washcloth
- In exchange for your vote, Donna will leave you inspired. Turning passion into profits.
- Singing out loud to Always a Friend by Alejandro Escovedo
- Website Spotlight: Starving Artist Bazaar
- What is your spa type?
- My interview about balancing it all and achieving success with kids
- Dazzle your friends by tuning into NPR's 10-minute Dinner Party Download
- A great version of Tiny Dancer by Elton John
- 50 Fabulous Ways To Save Money
- Mother's Day For Peace, Celebrating The Original Call For Mother's Day
- Keep calm and have faith
- 5 funny quotes to celebrate Mother's Day
- The best thing I've read all day
- Strolling in the sweet sunshine with "New Shoes" by Paolo Nutini
- Everything happens for a reason
- H1N1 Flu - Swine Flu Resources Without The Hype
- What delights you?
- How to make a baby...we wish it was this easy.
- Garden inspiration that's easy caring, fun and low budget
- Respect from Aretha Franklin for Inspiration Monday!
- Live What You Love
- Find your inner fire with these 9 questions
- For Susan Boyle fans, chill out to her Cry Me A River recording...
- Melissa Etheridge and Joss Stone honoring Janis Joplin for Inspiration Monday!
- A quick way to tone your lower body at your desk
- SunChips plans first 100% compostable chip bag
- Vibrant recycled misprints that leave you smiling...
- Come listen to me on Inspirista Talk Radio, Girls Night Out!
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- New soul by Yael Naim for Inspiration Monday!
- Dare to be...
- Tune in to my interview with Inspired Women Entrepreneurs
- Help celebrate Earth Day by trimming your waste!
- I've been smooved and on a smission!
- Recycle vinyl blinds into plant markers
- Come Monday by Jimmy Buffett for Inspiration Monday!
- What accomplishments will you be celebrating this New Year's Eve?
- Picture Hope. A Shutter Sisters Dream Assignment.
- Join the NikePlus Men Vs. Women Challenge
- 5 easy habits to make the most of your day!
- Beautiful Day by U2 Live at Slane Castle
- Chill out and take it easy poster
- I am in love with Pamper Me Fabulous!
- Inspiration Lounge TV launches!
- Hey Jerrie for Inspiration Monday!
- Everyone is Beautiful by Katherine Center
- Instant mood-boosting ideas for under $30
- Create your own luck for St. Patty's Day!
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Keep on dancing by Marvin Gaye for Inspiration Monday!
- Shoot for the moon.
- Women who inspire: Terry Grahl with Enchanted Makeovers
- Got a big idea? Be bold and make it happen!
- Ten thoughts on whole living
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Love is free by Sheryl Crow for Inspiration Monday!
- New giveaway and the winner of the Photofiddle $50 gift certificate!
- Women Who Inspire: Michele Hernandez with Soaring Spirits
- What I'm Loving Right Now...
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Love Is My Religion by Ziggy Marley for Inspiration Monday!
- A Powerful Noise, watch live March 5th
- Jamie Allison with Moms In Motion...she's shakin' it up!
- Giveaway: Help your sisters out! What keeps you inspired in this tough economy?
- Pamper Me Fabulous in LA...purchase tickets now and get free swag!
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Peace train by Cat Stevens for Inspiration Monday!
- Her morning elegance video
- What I've learned in the last year
- The to-do list you can actually do
- Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves For Inspiration Monday!
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Get sexy in the kitchen with the smoochie apron
- Elizabeth Gilbert's personal and moving speech at TED
- Madly in love with me day is Feb. 13th!
- Vegas by Sara Bareilles for Inspiration Monday!
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- You have to watch this! Business Time by Flight of the Conchords
- 3 quick ways to relax and de-stress
- The new powerful diet, the anti-cancer diet
- This week's roundup of must-see sites
- Are you going to finish strong?
- Finding Inspiration and Joy After A Crisis
- 15 truths SARK wants us to know
- It's time to get groovin' with I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor!
- Starbucks free coffee if you pledge 5 hours of service!
- Guilt-free green shopping thanks to Delight.com!
- Watch The "I Pledge" Video To Help Obama Renew America
- Watch America's Song, A Rare Performance For The Inauguration
- Recycling old magazines to craft a table
- National Day of Service: Inspiring ideas for helping out
- Have you yapped with your yoni lately?
- A fun way to get fit and feel good
- Porn star names and the music rendition of The Prayer of St. Francis
- A great Etsy find - a Keep Calm and Carry On poster
- Great cocktail party music, "Come To Me" by Koop
- An easy-care indoor plant that will inspire all winter long
- Spices That Boost Your Health
- 2009 The Year of Less
- 10 Ways My Inspiration Lounge Can Help You Shine In 2009
- New Year's Resolutions We Can Keep
- Happy holidays and the second winner of the Vision Board book is...
- My Real Simple Post: 5 Gifts That Can Change The World
- Turbocharge your life by asking yourself these powerful questions
- Fresh Starts...who's ready for 2009?
- Alicia Keys with Superwoman ~ Inspiration Monday!
- My Inspiration Lounge shares with Real Simple 5 Gifts Under $30 That Inspire
- And Still I Rise By Maya Angelou
- What Inspires You? My First Video and Giveaway!
- A unique and inspiring holiday guide from The Spirited Woman
- Every visit to GiveRespect.org will result in a $5 donation!
- Shop green and save green on Cyber Monday!
- Inspiration Monday! A powerful rendition of Beautiful by Christina Aguilera
- A note from The Spirited Woman, Nancy Mills
- Wordless Wednesday - Gratitude
- Inspiration Monday! Thank you India Arie for singing from your heart.
- What would your fantasy day look like?
- Just for you: eco-shopping with discounts! Be the change this holiday season!
- Inspiration Monday! What Impossible Really Means...
- Eco-Friendly, Free Wrapping Paper!
- 10 ways to 'Thank Our Planet' on Thanksgiving
- 5 Inspirational Quotes To Live By
- Inspiration Monday...Calling all Inspirista's!
- 12 Blackberry Commandments
- My pick for best green diapers and where to buy them!
- Wordless Wednesday - Election Day
- Get inspired on Election Day with John Legend, Are You Out There
- Wordless Wednesday - Malibu Sunset
- Tune in to hear me on Business Matters - Where Your Small Business Matters
- Why we should take our daughters to the polls on Election Day
- What the most inspiring women in the world want you to know.
- Wordless Wednesday - Upstate New York
- Women That Inspire...The Wumbler's Founder Laura Wellington
- The Lazy Girl's Guide To Cooking (or Not!)
- Where you can find me in October!
- When Times Get Tough - Women Get Stronger
- Blog Action Day: Beat Poverty. Watch The Video By ONE.
- Take The Lead: 14 Ways To Lead In Your Life
- 10 quick ways to take care of YOU!
- Feel the Election Energy - Watch the Don't Vote Video
- Check Out the Video "Big Sexy Vote Time"
- Ready to Revive the Superheroine?
- Wordless Wednesday - Island Moments
- Out In the Country
- If You Only Have Two Minutes, Watch "The Girl Effect"
- First Stop; We Can Change the World!
- Put Ourselves Forward