Many of my Twitter followers and friends on the various eBiz forums I belong to know that I frequently stay up until the wee hours of the morning working on my websites. Additionally, I still work a full-time job and of course, have responsibilities at home.

Obviously that combination is not ideal for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, I’m a Baby Boomer, so my energy level is not exactly that of a 20-something year old anymore. (Although in my mind, I feel as if nothing’s changed!) The aging process, as well as lack of sleep can often result in mood changes that ultimately can affect all aspects of one’s life. Just click on my ‘Rantings’ tab for some excellent examples of late night posts!

Recently I had the opportunity to review SAM-e Complete, formerly MoodPlus, by Nature Made. SAM-e is a naturally occurring compound that is found in all living things. It’s distributed throughout the human body and it contributes to maintaining mood levels and promoting joint comfort.

SAM-e levels tend to decline as people get older and certain groups of people, including those with low mood, tend to have lower levels of SAM-e in their bodies.

I received one box of SAM-e Complete, which contained 36 Enteric Coated Dietary Supplement tablets. Each Serving Size is one tablet, 400 mg and comes in foil blister packs to ensure safety and freshness.

The suggested use is to take one tablet per day, preferably on an empty stomach at lest 30 minutes before a meal. Taken as directed, SAM-e indicates that it has been proven to restore a healthy mood in as little as 7-14 days when taken daily.

How does SAM-e work, you may ask? Simply put, according to the website ~

SAM-e helps other molecules in the brain do their jobs making you feel like your normal self. When SAM-e levels run low, those other molecules can’t do their jobs as effectively, and you can feel out of sorts from a mood standpoint.

Although there is a Good Housekeeping Seal prominently displayed on the box, I would highly suggest consulting your Doctor before deciding whether or not SAM-e is something that would be beneficial to you.

People with bipolar (manic) depression should not take this or any other product containing SAM-e except under a doctor’s supervision.

If you are pregnant or nursing, or taking prescription antidepressant medications, consult your doctor before using this product.

For a limited time, Nature Made is offering a $3-off coupon when you try SAM-e. Click here to get yours.

SAM-e is also available online at most of your favorite retailers.

Are you trying to cut down on credit card debt and expenses? I know I am. Although the country is in an economic downturn that will hopefully pick up within the next year, it’s always good to have at least one credit card for emergencies.

Over the weekend, my sister-in-law announced that she rented a condo for 2 months this winter in Florida ~ and she invited me down for a few days!

Now, I consider that an emergency! I need some R & R, and actually haven’t had a winter vacation where I relaxed down South since I was a teenager. No winter breaks for me!

To fund this little road trip, I’m going to Apply for a credit card that issues rewards for every time I use it. I’m also looking for one that is unsecured and has a low regular rate, and no annual fees. Cardhub makes it easy for me to find exactly what I’m looking for.

Do you have any ‘emergencies’ that you might like to have a card on-hand for? Check them out! It’s an awsome site!  They’ve covered every option to help you out ~ search capabilities, saved searches ~ the only thing they need to improve on is making the print larger for these Baby Boomer eyes!

Can you say “Early Bird Special?”

It’s going to be a busy weekend for me. My niece is getting married and the wedding is going to be held at one of the premier wedding facilities in Connecticut. That means that this Hot Momma Baby Boomer blogging Grandma has to get her act together.

Now that the lazy, crazy, hazy days of summer are upon us, I decided it was high time I treated myself to a pedicure. Since I’m going to be wearing some spiffy, trendy strappy toe sandals to go with my  boutique halter-back silk evening dress, my tootsies have to be up to snuff.

In addition to the spa pedicures that I get at the salon I go to, the icing on the cake is the back message that they give when your little piggies are under the dryer! The technicians must have gone to some terrific massage therapy schools to learn the trade for their careers!

Just call me “Twinkle Toes”~

This week has been so slow at my cubicle job. It seems as if everyone has chosen to take some time off in July.

Not only are my office co-workers away on vacation, it seems like everyone else is too, as the phones aren’t ringing off the hook!

If you haven’t made plans yet, and are the type to decide to take off on the spur-of-the-moment, don’t despair. Should you decide to travel by air, you can always make arrangements for a car rental.

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Whether you’re traveling for business, relaxation or going to see Grandma, enjoy your trip & drive safely!

I’m a Mom of 2 now grown daughters. One is launched, married, and a mom herself, with another on the way. My youngest daughter is almost launched, with one year of college left to go.

Honestly, I’m surprised that I’ve made it this far and am still pretty sane. Although I insanely love my girls, I don’t think I gave my Mom half the headaches or worries that these two put me through.

Now, I’m sure we all have some sort of recollection of what kind of antics we think we were getting away with. When I was a teenager, there were no such things as cell phones. I’m sure my mom’s nerves were pretty jangled.

Fast forward to 2008. Now there’s AbsoluteCalm,  a stress relief benefit product for anyone who needs some sort of relief from the daily stress of trying to work either a part-time or full-time job, and trying to raise teenagers in these tumultuous times.

A natural herbal supplement, Absolute Calm™ has been scientifically formulated to quiet the anxious mind using the latest advances in the fields of psychology, nutrition and neuroscience. This product helps you to relax in as little as fifteen minutes and will continue working for up to eight hours.

Consult your doctor if you have any health concerns before using this product.

Now that should certainly help while you’re waiting up to hear the sound of your prodigy’s car pulling into the driveway late at night!

As you can see, I’ve been Musing quite a bit about vacationing lately. Around this time last year, our family spent some delightful day-tripping time in Newport, Rhode Island, which is home to The National Lawn Tennis Hall of Fame and Tennis Museum. There’s a terrific little restaurant on the grounds, and it’s fun to walk around and check out the history of tennis ~ you might even catch some players out on the lawn and watch their game while you eat some great fresh seafood!

When I was 17, I spent several weeks in England. I didn’t get to see Wimbledon, which is the most prestigious championship tennis court in the world. I love how the Brits call it “Lawn Tennis,” as it’s played on grass courts. Did you know that women have been allowed to play since 1884? Can you imagine what they wore at that time, which was right during the Victorian Era? We’ve come a long way baby with those cute little outfits the gals wear now!

There’s still time to grab some Wimbledon tickets!

If I can’t make Wimbledon, maybe you can. Each year New Haven, Connecticut hosts one of the major tennis tournments in the United States. It’s usually a big-draw for tourism, and our state can really use all the tourists we can get! Unfortunately, it also almost always rains that week.

Keep your fingers crossed for clear skies!

Recently I’ve been reflecting on what I was up to when I was both of my DD’s ages. When I was single back in the ’70s, one of my future inlaw’s favorite pastimes was wanting to go to NYC. We spent many a wild time there, and sometimes would drive down just for the night. They’d treat the whole family to dinner at Jack Dempsey’s on Times Square and a night on the town.

Sometimes we would go down for New Year’s Eve and stay over. We’d do dinner at some of the most famous haunts, and do a jaunt through Times Square before the ball dropped. My future mother-in-law, father-inlaw, brother & sister-in-laws would all pile into shared cabs. It was great. We knew the City inside out. Those were some wild times.

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Where in the world would you like to go?

Recently in one of my posts, I mentioned that I am an Armchair Traveler and that I travel vicariously. It wasn’t always that way. As a typical teen, I carried the typical wanderlust gene.

Like many of my friends, I dreamed of a career as a stewardess flight attendant on any airline. If one took a plane to travel, it was a special occasion, and proper dress was always in order. So exciting! At the time, the position was only open to women, and there was a height requirement that you had to be 5’2”. When I “grew up,” I never qualified for the height requirement!

I did fulfill one goal, and one of my fondest memories was that as a young gal of 17 made my first and only trip abroad across the Pond to England in 1969 at the height of the “British Invasion” when the Beatles were popular. I stayed with an English family for 2 weeks and toured all the typical sites – Big Ben, Tower of London and Windsor Castle. It was an opportunity of a lifetime, for me, at least.

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All Ladies love Lavender ~

Scents are so sensual and bring back so many memories…

Lavender is best known and loved for its fragrance. The herb has been used since ancient times in perfumery. As an aromatic plant, lavender lifts the spirits and chases melancholy. Taking just a few whiffs of this sweet-smelling herb is said to dispel dizziness. Traditionally, women in labor clutched sprigs of lavender to bring added courage and strength to the task of childbearing. …. The dried blossoms, sewn into sachets, may be used to repel moths and to scent clothing, or may be lit like incense to scent a room. Because of its fumigant properties, the herb was hung in the home to repel flies and mosquitoes, and strewn about to sanitize the floors. Lavender essential oil was a component of smelling salts in Victorian times. Answers.com

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My granddaughter ‘lil Moomette does her fair share of traveling out-of-state to visit her Grandma & Gramdpa on her Dad’s side. It’s about a 3-1/2 hour trip, and my granddog, the Black Lab also is in tow. She was away for Thanksgiving, but will be at home for Christmas. I can recall coming back from a vacation in Maine with Moomette’s mom, then 2 years old at the time, screaming until we were about a half-hour away from home, when she finally fell asleep! I think I spent the entire time facing backwards. Luckily we had my MIL in the backseat!

I’d like to share some great tips on how to make traveling more enjoyable for everyone in the family this Holiday Season! Have a Safe Trip & don’t forget to wear your Seat Belt!

Traveling can be taxing and difficult on its own, nonetheless, traveling with a toddler. In order to ensure a good, fun, and happy trip, here are a few helpful tips!

Traveling with a toddler can be lots of fun, but be sure to plan ahead. Be prepared and expect the unexpected! If you can roll with the punches, everyone is sure to have a great time!

Betsy Canevari is a work at home mom with a toddler. She co-owns Smart Moms - Smart Business; an online resource dedicated to educating women on how to earn multiple streams of income from home. For more information about the Smart Moms, visit Smart Moms Blog or contact Betsy at betsyc06@yahoo.com
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