If you read my other blog, you will know of the hosting issues I have had in the past. I had been using Bluehost as my hosting sevice, but due to several issues I had with them I had to change hosting companies. My first issue had to do with CPU errors. My favorite part of this was that they didn’t even know what their own reports meant! Their solution to everything was that I needed to upgrade my plan to one that costed 3 times as much a month. When I asked if that would solve my problem, the response I got was that they didn’t know. Hmm, so I should upgrade my plan, and you don’t know if that will solve my problems. I think not. I was also getting a ton of mySQL errors too. These errors often were causing my CPU issues. The only solution I got from Bluehost to resolve my issues was to delete my old blog posts and put them on a static page. I waited 2 weeks for that answer! Obviously, I would not recommend Bluehost to anyone.
Now, if you ever find yourself having the problems I was with your host, check out this webhosting blog. There is some definite wisdom to be gleaned from here like webhosting mistakes to avoid and what type of hosting you need.
Ok, so the video doesn’t tell you all ways I love Dragon Naturally Speaking. However, it does show you how easy it is to use the software. Literally, all you have to do is plug in a noise canceling headset to your computer and download the software. You place your cursor where you want to type and away you go. Now, you do have to train the software to your voice. I tend to talk fast, so it had to correct for that. Plus, if you find that it is typing same wrong word, you can train it on that specific word. This isn’t rocket science to figure out (which is good because I have a tendency to NOT read the books or pdf files that comes with software).
I was able to create that video while my kids were up and playing at my feet (and you can tell when they grabbed my leg, because the video starts wobbling. You can also hear them a little too.) However, I did want to show that you can still be involved in doing other things and be able to use Dragon NaturallySpeaking. This more than triples my typing speed when I am typing and dealing with my kids (Take the Dragon NaturallySpeaking typing test if you don’t know what your typing speed is). I am actually writing this blog post using the software too. Here is the official video on how this all works:
As I stated in my video, I am finding that I can get a lot more in the little snippets of time I have during the day plus I am able to get way more done at night. I love being able to go to bed before midnight. I love being able to answer emails and do blog posts when I have Will sitting on my lap drinking from his sippy and watching cartoons. I have five blogs, so being able to write more content in less time is a huge plus for me. Plus, anyone who knows me, knows I have no problems talking. I am able to do my freelance work and reports using this also. I will be recommending this to my boss. Beside blogging, I have used it to make my daily lists of what I have to do each day plus some grocery shopping lists too! I am not the only one who thinks it is great, check out this New York Times Review.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking is really for anyone who works on a computer. If you talk faster than you type, you need this. If you want to be more efficient in your work, you need this. If you just want a new toy to play with, you DEFINITELY need this. Time is money, and the time you save from using Dragon NaturallySpeaking makes it worth every penny.
Well, the first question you need to ask yourself is how fast do you type? Personally, I type pretty darn fast (over 70 wpm). However, what Dragon Naturally Speaking does for you is allows you to talk, and it types what you say. You do need to “say” the paragraph breaks and punctuation. However, you end up with typing 150 words per minute! Most people I know cannot type that fast! It makes it much easier to generate more content in less time too. I know when I am composing a post like this I am actually saying the words in my head anyway. However, my head works faster than my fingers. That is why I love this product. Do you do podcasts? You can use Dragon to convert your podcasts into a transcript that you can also post on your site! There are just so many uses that I can come up with for this. I know people who use this and absolutely loved it including the New York times (click here for the NY Times Review of DNS10). Some other uses include people with disabilities such as dyslexia and even people with carpal tunnel who can’t type anymore. Heck, I’ve heard that John McCain doesn’t use the computer due to his injuries suffered when he was a POW. This is would even be helpful for him!
If you would like to see this in action, watch the videos below:
Don’t you want one of these to make your blogging easier?
Sometimes you come across a product that you know another mother had to have designed. The Bathtub Assistant is one of these products. Designed by a mother whose son hit the faucet in the tub when he slipped out of her hands (and ended up with a black eye), it allows you to support yourself without having to lean against the tub.
First, the thing I love the most about this product is that it keeps mommy dry. Nothing is more frustrating to me than having to change my clothes after giving my kids a bath because I leaned up against the side of the tub that happened to be all wet (and this ends up happening more times than not). Instead, you are leaning against a cushion that is actually quite comfortable. Second, I was able to put this together all by myself with a little help from the directions. I personally hate products that require me to be brain surgeon to figure out. These aren’t those type of directions. Third, it is adustable for short people like me! I was able to use it and so was my husband (who is a foot taller than me!) Lastly, The Bathtub Assistant fold up, so when not in use, it doesn’t take up much space at all. Also, it makes it super easy to travel with too!
If you are looking for a prodcut to make your life easier if you have little ones, then this is it. It also would make a great baby shower gift or baby gift for the new moms in your life!
The first thing you notice when you visit their site is that it has a very clean design. Everything is laid out so it is pleasing to the eye. Navigating the site is super easy too. If you look in the left sidebar, you can sort their vanities by type, style, price, and size. You can even run a sort on just clearance items! Another good thing that they do is that they have free shipping. I can only imagine what the other online companies charge for shipping. These vanities have to be pretty heavy and that could cost a bundle to ship. They also have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you get your product and decide you don’t like it, you can send it back. You can even track your order right from their site! If are able to use Paypal also to make your purchase. I personally like companies that allow me to pay using that service.
If you are in the market for some new bathroom sink vanities, make sure you check out Premiere Vanities. You will be able to find something that will look awesome in your house for a good price. Who knows, when you go to sell it, it may make the sale or be an awesome talking point for your house. You always want something good that makes your house stick out from the rest, and one of these vanities will definitely do that for you.
Sometimes you come across a product that you know another mother had to have designed. 
