When purchasing ebooks, it’s important to consider your long-term access to the new digital library you’re building. Apple sells books through their iBooks online store. Until recently, books in the Apple iBooks format were only readable on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. With the Apple Mavericks OS X (10.9) operating system, it’s now possible to… Continue reading Apple iBooks and Kindle Reader Compatibility Comparison
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Iowa City Fat Bike Stores, Shops and Bicycle Vendors
Iowa City Bike Shop Fat Bikes This page contains links to the “Fat Bike” models available from local Iowa City bicycle shops as of December 2013. Call or stop by the stores for a current inventory. Additional brands and models may be available, including some used bikes. 30th Century Bike Surly Moonlander Pugsley – Pug… Continue reading Iowa City Fat Bike Stores, Shops and Bicycle Vendors
Are your clothes killing you?
“Over the past 10 years, I’ve found that when I wear jeans and a comfortable shirt I’m more relaxed, comfortable, and active during the day. When I’m wearing dress pants, a dress shirt, and nice shoes (business casual apparel) I choose to take the bus or drive to avoid sweating in those clothes or risking… Continue reading Are your clothes killing you?
CVS Offers $7 Ultra-Portable TRUE2go Glucose Tester with Quad Electrode Laser Accuracy, 0.5 Microliter Sample Size, and Results in 4 Seconds
Overview CVS now offers a $7 ultra-portable TRUE2go glucose tester with quad electrode laser accuracy, 0.5 microliter sample size, and results in 4 Seconds. The same tester is available for about $15 on Amazon (without the travel case). [Buy on Amazon] The test strips can be purchased for $20 per 100, which is about 80%… Continue reading CVS Offers $7 Ultra-Portable TRUE2go Glucose Tester with Quad Electrode Laser Accuracy, 0.5 Microliter Sample Size, and Results in 4 Seconds
Total Worker Health – Keeping employees healthy and productive
(Source: “Keeping employees healthy and productive – UI research report highlights multiple dimensions of ‘Total Worker Health’,” University of Iowa, 9 December 2013, by Dan McMillan) As health care and insurance costs have more than doubled in the last decade, employers are looking for ways to control costs while keeping workers healthy and productive. An emerging… Continue reading Total Worker Health – Keeping employees healthy and productive
Apple iMovie 10 Quick Start Guide and Conversion Import Instructions for iMovie ’11 (Version 9)
Major User Interface Changes Apple iMovie 10 is a major revision to the flagship video editing program from Apple. This new version has many major design and user interface changes. Below is a quick start guide. iMovie ’11 is now iMovie 10 It sounds confusing to have iMovie 10 be a new version that replaces… Continue reading Apple iMovie 10 Quick Start Guide and Conversion Import Instructions for iMovie ’11 (Version 9)
Why bring a child into this world? – An inspiring film by Unilever
In the tradition of corporations bringing inspiration and hope to the world, Unilever has launched Project Sunlight. Two videos about the project are below. While this is an encouraging look at the positive role parenting can have in creating a better world, those considering starting a family should seriously consider the financial cost of raising… Continue reading Why bring a child into this world? – An inspiring film by Unilever
ResourcesForLife.com News 201311
ResourcesForLife.com – News 201311 | 8 December 2013 | Sunday Dear Friend, Welcome to the November 2013 newsletter. I hope you’re doing well. I’m sorry for the delay in getting the newsletter posted. Personal Update. My Personal Update for November is now available. In that update I’ve explained more about the delay in getting the newsletter out. If… Continue reading ResourcesForLife.com News 201311
Gregory Johnson – Personal Update 201311
Gregory Paul Johnson – Personal Update 201311 | 8 December 2013 | Sunday Greetings, Here’s my personal update for November 2013. Delayed Newsletter. It’s been over 10 years that I’ve been sending out these personal updates, and 14+ years of sending out my monthly Resources For Life newsletters. It’s rare that I wouldn’t get one… Continue reading Gregory Johnson – Personal Update 201311
University of Iowa Fine Arts Council Holiday Thieves’ Market 2013 in Iowa City
The 2013 Holiday Thieves’ Market takes place this weekend at the Iowa Memorial Union. Below are details from the Fine Arts Council website. Event Details The University of Iowa Fine Arts Council is proud to sponsor the Holiday Thieves’ Market. This market is an indoor art exhibition and sale held annually featuring artists from all… Continue reading University of Iowa Fine Arts Council Holiday Thieves’ Market 2013 in Iowa City
Apple OS X 10.9 Mavericks Dock Application Program Icons Missing Hidden Not Visible
Problem When you login to your Apple computer with the new Mavericks operating system, some or all Dock icons are missing. When you hover over them, the name is displayed, and indeed the program will launch. Only when launched does the icon appear. Solution 1. Quit all running applications. You should be able to see… Continue reading Apple OS X 10.9 Mavericks Dock Application Program Icons Missing Hidden Not Visible
Monster ClarityHD Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Speaker System
Overview Enjoy high-quality sound with this Monster Clarity HD 133257-00 Bluetooth speaker that features AAC and apt-X support for easy pairing with your mobile phone or laptop. The built-in microphone enables speakerphone capability for conference calls. (Buy on Amazon) Quick Review “We’ve used this speaker system for over a year now with our Apple computers and… Continue reading Monster ClarityHD Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Speaker System