Karen’s Opinion

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Popstation. All opinions are 100% mine.

Do you have talent? Have you ever thought of how to get yourself introduced to the world and how to let your light shine? I look at all those people trying out on the reality shows and admire their tenacity. I think that is a hard road to travel to become a star. There are many unknown talented people who need a venue and it may not be a reality show at all. I have discovered a better idea.

PopStation is an online music and entertainment experience that allows you to enter a singing contest whereby you have a chance to make it to the Top of the Charts and qualify for an Album Deal! All you need is headphones (any will do), a microphone (built-in or hand held), and the desire to take it to put yourself out there.

Check out where you can watch a video to see how this all works and register for a FREE account. Then get yourself to the practice rooms, select a song that suits your talent and practice, practice, practice! Each song which by the way gives you a choice of genre, is available for two weeks. When you think you are ready, record your original song version and then call everyone on your Christmas list and get the word out. Let them know that you need their votes to make it to the top. Have them tell their friends and then they can tell their friends…you get the drift. There is no need for celebrity judges or panels on PopStation, not when Aunt Gladys knows her baby can sing!

Now that I have your attention, are you ready to hear about the Big Deal that is decided every three months?

The Big Deal is when you are chosen as #1. You are awarded a A VIP album recording experience! Imagine yourself whisked away by a luxury car service that takes you to a professional recording studio where you spend two days recording your own album! You become the featured artist on the Popstation’s Artist page! This is where the world meets you, the next rising star!

Good luck and don’t forget that I was the one who told you about this when you become all rich and famous!

My most wonderful son, Greg, spent 4 or 5 hours last night finding Pioneer Woman’s book signing location in St. Louis, bought a cookbook for me and waited in line to have it autographed. He even put her on the phone so she could say hi to me while she signed my book! What a great kid.

I love you Greg. Thanks for such a wonderful surprise.

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Sponsored Tweets. All opinions are 100% mine.

What do Kim Kardashian, Bob Vila, Sister Hazel and Leann Rimes and I have in common? We are all participating in the new Sponsored Tweets program! IZEA’s recently launched SponsoredTweets.com is helping people make money while tweeting.

A month or so ago, I was asked to sign up for sponsored tweets. I read over the instructions, the policy concerning disclosure and the referral program and signed up as fast as my fingers would type.

Sponsored Tweets is connecting tweeters with advertisers who are interested in gaining exposure for their idea and product.

My heart gets all pitter pattery when I get an email that lets me know an advertiser wants me to Twitter for them. I simply log in to my account and if I like what the advertiser has to offer, I agree to let the system use my Twitter account to get the word out.

I like the ability to accept or reject an offer. There are some things I know nothing about. Sorry to burst my kid’s bubble. Believe it. I do not know about everything. For example, if an advertiser wants me to tell everyone what I think about car oil I would have to pass but if they ask me to let the world know what I think about leather interior, I am in the know! LOL

I have already made a little money with Sponsored Tweets and so can you!

Charleston Gazette
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – A group of music figures has begun a campaign against mountaintop coal removal.
The campaign, Music Saves Mountains, is sponsored by the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Gibson Foundation. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a senior attorney with the council, addressed those attending a meeting Monday night.
Those at the gathering included Emmylou Harris, Randy Travis, Big Kenny Alphin, Dierks Bentley, Delbert McClinton, Kid Rock and J.D. Souther.
Harris said protection is needed for the Appalachian mountains, where country music was born and is celebrated in song.

I do not think these entertainers know the whole story. If they did, they would not be against coal mining but of mining of mountain tops. Their actions do not hurt them. They have enough money. It hurts the coal miners who have families to support. Please research mountain top coal mining, Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 and contact the companies who can make a difference.

Ref: The Huffington Post

I know that I am limited in fabric choices but do the best I can with what is available. What am I talking about? I would love to travel to other countries to see what fabric choices there are in their fantastic locations.

My sister in-law is originally from Thailand and worked in a Thai silk shop. I cannot imagine how much fun it would be to work in such an environment. I drool when I visit our local fabric stores so I know I would be in fabric heaven to touch silk all day.

Right now is the best time to travel to all parts of the world. Airlines, such as British Airways, are offering spectacular fares to help people realize their travel dreams. You might think that British Airways is limited to flights to London/Europe but that is not so! They also travel to exciting locations that include the Middle East, India and Africa. British Airways is the airlines to choose because they offer the “Upgraded” experience usually reserved for exclusive customers.
These features include:
• 200+ On-Demand Entertainment Options

• Complimentary food and cocktails on all flights

• World Class service

• Comfortable in-flight experience: Ergonomically designed seat, complete with lumbar support, adjustable headrest and recline. We also provide you with blankets, cushions, eyeshades and flight socks to make your journey a more comfortable one.

• Convenient and relaxing lounges at Terminal 5

During the month of November, British Airways is having a ‘world sale’ to promote both flights & packages from the US and Canada. During this special promotion you can add a hotel to the mix and get a package rate deal that will save you a ton of money. Book your tickets by November 19,2009 and travel November 17, 2009 – March 28, 2010 (excluding December 21-23 2009) and March 29 – May 23, 2010, except for travel to India where the travel periods are November 17 – December 10, 2009 and December 25, 2009 – May 23, 2010.