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A few weeks ago, I shared that I had gone back and forth about whether to get a keyboard for my iPad. It was really kind of ridiculous, but I just backed out every time right before I would buy one. I also shared that Eric finally just surprised me with one, because he’s a swell guy like that.
I’ve been thanking my lucky stars that Eric picked up this Logitech keyboard. Seriously — this thing is a game changer for me. It might seem like an overstatement, but I am amazed at how much more productive I have been with my writing since I got it.
Sure, I still slack off with my writing (because that’s how I roll), but because I can easily throw my iPad and this keyboard (comes with a stand) into a small messenger bag I got on Etsy, I can take it with me to work at times I wouldn’t normally bring my laptop with me. This has just been really wonderful for me!
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I also suspect that my more productive writing could be because it is not as easy as just a simple mouse click to go places like Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter when I’m using the iPad to write. You know, not that I’m easily distracted. But, well, who are we kidding? I’m easily distracted.
(When Molly was working on math today, I needed to go find a ruler for her. Instead, I forgot what I was doing and started doing several other things before going back to the table where she promptly asked where the ruler was. Oops!)
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This week, I got all antsy because I saw that Disney World is offering their free dining plan for the end of August through the end of September. (You can read about when we went to Disney World on the Free Dining Plan.)
It made me hopeful that they might offer their free dining plan again next winter, as we’re hoping to take another trip. It actually made me so antsy that I thought about going during September for a brief moment. But, then I came to my senses and realized that I did not want to be in central Florida in September. (Have I mentioned how much my hair hates the South? Or, the South hates my hair. Either way, it’s a big frizzy mess.)
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Am I the only one that can’t stop thinking about Dr. John Carter on ER every time these new commercials are on for the movie John Carter? I can’t help it, and it kind of annoys me every time. I loved Dr. Carter.
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I know that some people may be visiting through 7 Quick Takes today, so I just have to ask — have you seen my big post from yesterday with tons of free downloadable First Communion, Baptism, and Confirmation invitations (or announcements)? Go check them out. They’re free and cute. (Well, at least I think they’re cute. I’m sure I’ll probably use one next year for Molly.)
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Did you know that the 2:1 Conference is only 49 days away? There is still time to pick up your ticket and attend!
You know what it’s also time for? For me to start planning my talk. I’ve made a lot of plans in my head, and even talked a lot about it to Eric. But, as of yet, I just have a few notes jotted down. Don’t worry, I promise that by the time I get there, it will be done.
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Do you ever have something that you’re glad for, but you can’t help but be puzzled by it?
You see, I hate going to the dentist. I try not to, but I can’t help it. I have at least started making myself say, “I’d be better if I wasn’t here,” when asked how I’m doing when I get there.
However, this week, the kids went to the dentist and Molly was dancing around the house the night before their appointment because she was so excited about going to the dentist. I don’t understand it, but I try to encourage it. You might say, “Just wait until she has to have work done.” But, she has! She had a cavity filled once, sealants put on four of her molars (which she hated and made a big scene about), and then her big oral surgery a few weeks ago.
Despite all of that, she still loves going. As we walked out, she even stopped the hygienist that worked on her to say, “Thank you for cleaning my teeth today.” I hope that she continues to feel that way about the dentist.
This post is linked to 7 Quick Takes and Weekly Wrap Up.
We are going to Disney this summer! I LOVE Disney! We can’t go during the free dining because my mom is a school teacher and can only take vacations during the summer. She is essential to our trip because she’s paying for our 3 year old to go!! She is awesome like that- paying for each grandchild’s first trip to Disney World.
I totally hear you on the productivity! I get very distracted by other awesome blogs, Facebook, Twitter. My sister recently gave me her old laptop (as I don’t have one or an iPad or anything else). It is kind of slow and takes forever for the internet to load. This is actually a blessing because I can write!! And my kids will actually play if I’m sitting there by them. And I can write!
The dentist! Ack. I had a HORRIBLE experience at the dentist this week. I don’t share your daughter’s love, that’s for sure!
I love the feeling of having my teeth cleaned but I hate going to the dentist. I actually did like it when I was a kid. Unfortunately, I had to have my wisdom teeth out when I was 16, and I have hated going to the dentist ever since.
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I’m a freak, and the day after I had my wisdom teeth out (two partially impacted, two fully impacted), my friends and I went to a carnival the next day and I rode the Tilt-a-Whirl. I was pretty miserable the day I got it done, but I did well after that. (Thankfully!)
Our dentist’s office does a great job with kids. Somehow my children love going too. I’m so glad because I spent a good part of my childhood in the dentists office getting cavities filled and I certainly didn’t enjoy it!
I seriously have to put limits on my Pinterest time or I forget to do anything.
And the dentist? I hate going but my little sister is actually in dental school–I think it’s just a sick way of her trying to get back at me for some of the things I did to her when we were kids
I have a keyboard just like yours for my iPad. I really like it.
I LOVE going to the dentist. I wish I could have my teeth cleaned once a month!
I saw that Disney Dining Plan too and briefly considered it, but the same thought came to my mind about the weather. We went to Fort Meyers, FL in August years ago and I nearly died. It was so hot.
LOL about finding the ruler, this exact same thing happened to me yesterday!
We went to Disney once (before we had kids) in October, and we almost keeled over then. I figure I’m definitely not up to August or September then.
I did think that about John Carter. I had the biggest crush on him when I was in high school.
I loved him too! Not that Noah isn’t a fabulous name, but it just might be because of Noah Wyle that my son is named Noah. LOL
I am SO with you in the Carter thing.
We’re going to Disneyland this Spring. Any tips? We’re staying offsite so not sure the meal plan is an option.
I have a question about the keyboard. What program don you use for the productivity on the iPad. Is it for writing? I’m all about being productive…perhaps I should get off the Internet then! Love your site.
Sarah – I haven’t been to Disneyland, but you can read through a lot of tips that I have about Disney World (and I’m sure many will apply as well):
http://www.manylittleblessings.com/category/disney/
For some app ideas (particularly productivity), you can check out some suggestions I made at the end of 2010. http://www.manylittleblessings.com/2010/11/my-10-favorite-ipad-apps-for-a-busy-mom/ I have to admit, these are still mostly the ones I use. For typing, I use Pages.
Thanks for the site compliment!
I appreciate it!
I got a Netbook in September and I LOVE it. I can take it so many places and work wherever, as it’s so small. We looked at Tablets or iPads, but I liked the idea of the attached keyboard (and the cheaper price) of the Netbook, so we went with it.
As for the dentist… I actually like going too. I like laying back on the chair while someone takes care of me. I like the goodie bag I get to bring home (hey, the new floss is pretty nice and I have a lifetime supply of toothbrushes now…). And I like being proud of my teeth because I haven’t got any cavities (except for my visit last year, when I had my first cavities, which sucked). And the dentist now has a TV above the chair, instead of silly posters.