More Fun with Google

Apparently this was going around in November, but I missed it.  So, in case you missed it too:

1. Go to Google
2. Type "do a barrel roll" into the search
3. Wait for it!

Not as much fun as the gravity thing, but still a bit of fun.  Anybody else feeling a bit dizzy?

Walgreens no Longer Part of Express Scripts Network

This post brought to you by Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine.
 
Many people who have come to rely on their local neighborhood pharmacist at Walgreens are having to scramble to find a new pharmacy.  Why? Walgreens is no longer part of Express Scripts’ pharmacy provider network as of Jan. 1, 2012.   This includes many of our military service men and women because their health and prescription drug program, Tricare is one of Express Scripts’ clients.  If you think you might be affected, be sure to check the back of your prescription card to see if it says Express Scripts, or check with your local Walgreens pharmacist.
 
Walgreens negotiated with Express Scripts for an entire year in an effort to remain part of their pharmacy provider network, but those negotiations fell through.  As a result, patients are having to drive further to get prescriptions filled, at pharmacies with less convenient hours.  Walgreens has more 24-hour and drive-through pharmacies than any other pharmacy in the country - making them very convenient for busy people.  Throughout the negotiations, Walgreens did not seek an increase in rates, and Express Scripts itself admitted that clients will not see any significant savings from excluding Walgreens from the network, but still patients will not be given the choice of staying with Walgreens and Express Scripts.
 
In an effort to help the people who are affected by this situation between Walgreens and Express Script Walgreens is offering a special discount on annual membership for its Prescription Savings Club. Individuals can join during a special January promotion for only $5, or $10 for a family membership.  (Regular annual membership is $20 for an individual and $35 for a family.)  The Walgreens Prescription Savings Club offers savings on more than 8,000 brand name and all generic medications. More than 400 generics are available with a three-month supply for less than $1 a week.  Other benefits include discounts on flu shots, pet prescriptions, nebulizers and diabetic supplies and bonuses for purchasing Walgreens brand products and photofinishing services.
 
You can stay updated on this situation and everything else involving Walgreens by liking Walgreens on Facebook and following Walgreens on Twitter.
 

Be a Book Giver

I love books and reading, and I love anything that encourages reading and love of books.  That's why I love this idea - World Book Night.

On April 23, 2012 a million free paperback books will be given away all across America - and you can help.  They need 50,000 book-loving volunteers to fan out across America and give away 20 free copies of a book in their communities.  The goal is to give books to new readers, to encourage reading, and to share your passion for a great book.

Sounds great, doesn't it?  To learn more about World Book Night - the books being given away, the sponsors, and how you can get involved, be sure to visit the World Book Night site.  

Volunteer to be a book giver, and you just might change someone's life.

Does Your Cube Need Some Pimpin'?

This post brought to you by Contest Factory. All opinions are 100% mine.

Do you work in a dingy uninteresting cubicle every day? Is it dark and messy with old furniture and outdated technology?  Do you dread going to work every day and facing it?  Do you think your cubicle is the most pathetic cubicle ever? Prove it!

Enter the Pimp My Cube Contest and you could win one of these three prize packages:

• New high end computer system
• New Desk, Chair and Decorations
• New Entertainment Package with high end stereo, espresso machine etc.

All you have to do is register and upload a video, something like this one, explaining what's so horrible about your cubicle or office and why the Contest Factory people should come Pimp your Cube:

Be creative - the funnier the video or the better the story, the better your chances are to win.  You'll also want to get all your friends and family (and random strangers on the street) to vote for your video and get involved, because you get points for registering, voting, commenting and inviting others to register for the contest.  The grand prize winner will be selected by Contest Factory judges based on various criteria including number of votes received, best (worst?) video and most compelling story.

This contest runs through 1/31/12 at 12pm, so if your cube needs some pimpin' be sure to visit the Pimp My Cube site and enter this contest - and send all your friends to vote.  Good Luck!!

Create Your Own Snowflakes

 

This is so much fun!  Remember folding and cutting paper snowflakes when you were a kid?  Well, this is sort of like that - except you do it on your computer.  I found this site years ago and had lots of fun with it - and then forgot all about it until today when they were talking about it being the middle of December, and we don't have any snow.  Why the one thing led to the other, I don't know - but it did.

Anyway, if you'd like to create some of your own 'paper' snowflakes to share on the page and share with your friends, visit the Popular Front Snowday page! 

Don't blame me if you get addicted...