My Irritated Molar Weekend

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Friday night, I was awakened out of my slumber by a sharp pain on my bottom left jaw line. The pain was so intense it felt like someone had punched me in the jaw and then began to poke me with needles. Ouch!

I discussed symptom relieving remedies with my Facebook friends. I ended up using Motrin and clove oil.

Even though my over-the-counter remedies worked some, I suffered with recurring pain until my Monday morning dental appointment. After several X-rays, it was determined that my root canal molar had abscessed. This tooth was worked on five years prior at another dental office. I later found out the dentist removed 2 roots. However, this tooth had 3! So, all the pain was coming from the forgotten root which had gotten infected.

Two years prior, I found out this information, but was unable to rectify the situation because it would have cost $1,000…half that would be covered by dental insurance. During that time, I was prescribed an antibiotic to relieve the infection. I ended up having an allergic reaction to the antibiotic and was sick for 5 months, and I spent one week in the hospital. That was my first hospital stay. I was devastated.

Needless to say, I was not happy with having to encounter this abscessed tooth and my finances were still very limited. So, I sat in the dentist chair reveiwing the itemized and personalized cost list for my dilemma.

I was so overwhelmed that I cried uncontrollably for a moment because I really wanted to save my molar, but I wanted the endless saga of the forgotten irritated root to be over too. In addition, I am still experiencing limited funding no matter what option I chose.

If I extracted my tooth, I would have a noticeable gap in my wide smile. If I left the molar in, I would have to save up the funds to get it retreated and possibly run the risk of getting an abscess again. I couldn’t take the drama of this molar any longer. I was already $3K in the hole including my hospital visit.

I decided to extract the irritated tooth and began the path of healing… Later, I will decide how to fill the gap. Problem temporarily solved.

Winners of My 100 Subscriber GiveAway

It is finally time to announce the winners of my 100 Subscriber GiveAway Contest! I would like to thank all of those who submitted an entry. Names were selected randomly using the ClassTools.net Random Name Selector (http://www.classtools.net)

Winner of the Handmade Earrings (3 Pair): Suriyadevipriya90

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Winner of the Handmade Duct Tape Wallet: PoeticOldSoul

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Winner of the Diehard Universal Power and Adapter Kit: MrsSecond2None

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Winner of the MP3 Speakers: CCsoCurly

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Winner of the Handmade Crocheted Throw: HaileyRule

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS!

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Why I Vlog?

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I began vlogging on YouTube mid 2010. My CanadianQueen76 Youtube channel has been up since 2006, around the time I began watching Sims 2 videos. I dabbled in making Sims 2 videos and found it was more difficult than it looked. I resigned myself to regular game play, and left the video making to others. I did make two Sims 2 videos, and they gained mixed reviews. Visit and subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/canadianqueen76

In 2011, I decided I would vlog with a purpose. My first videos were met with mixed reviews, as I learned the ins and outs of video editing, producing, filming, speaking, and ques. I would instantly forget what I wanted to say, mumble, stutter, or just laugh uncontrollably. Also, friends and family (my first audience) began to question my motives behind vlogging. Consequently, I was faced with an uphill battle to continue. Deep down inside, I was motivated to learn and do more.

As my learning curve shortened, I found more encouragement from my new audience: the online community. They have become my mentors and teachers as I continue to make video after video. I am learning new techniques and skills, and this hobby has become increasingly more fun!

So, to my social networks, anticipate seeing more of me!!!!

Welcome to the World, Baby Carter!

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It seems all social networks are buzzing at the arrival of Beyonce and JayZ’s baby girl. And rightfully so! This mega couple continues to perform at the top of the game in their respectful careers. People have speculated about their relationship since the beginning. Questions raised from the beginning: are they an item, how long have they been together, are they married, and are they having a baby? These questions got even crazier after Beyonce announced her pregnancy. Questions like: “is she really pregnant, is there a surrogate, is she wearing a fake baby bump, and how far along is she?” continued to circulate in the media.

To be famous in America can be maddening sometimes, when you want to have a level of privacy. Media outlets fight to capture many private moments of a celebrities life. Don’t get me wrong, I am far from celebrity, but I would not want papparazzi catching me looking unfavorable. Or, having to answer to millions, if I ever say something off color. Living in the limelight surely has positives and negatives.

On January 7th, the Carter’s welcomed baby Blue Ivy into the world. I pray she is healthy, has all her fingers and toes, and is happy. Along with that, I hope the media allows the family to bond in privacy. Even though I know that won’t happen. I’m sure magazine’s have already decided how much to offer for first photographs.

None-the-less, as with all births, this is a happy occasion. Congratulations to the new parents!

Moving Forward

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It seems in Bible study, church service, and on-the-job: the theme seems to be “Moving Forward.” Everywhere I turn, people seemed to be transitioning from the Fall season and preparing for Winter.

I can remember the first six months of the year working so hard to complete my studies, so I could graduate. Now that my studies are complete, I can finally rest and do all the fun things I had put aside. I remember setting goals and new timelines for myself. And, I celebrated when I was able to reach my goals! Whew!!

Where hobbies are concerned, I am happy to work on projects I had tucked away. And, I found I really enjoy making vlog videos on Youtube. Further, I absolutely love the experiences I am gaining with my new church family.

What I am finding now…is that relationships are changing… Or, my view on relationships has changed. I am no longer satified with settling for the mediocre, when it comes to my needs. I feel I have been settling, in the area of communication, with those close to me. For me, communication is one of the foundations of a relationship. The closer someone is to me, the more I communicate. Once communication breaks down, like a dominoe effect, everything else begins to crumble.

I’m saddened that some things are crumbling, but I know that once the dust settles. Out of the old,  the new can be born. I am excited by the prospect of great things occuring in the new year of my life. God has promised me a season of prosperity, and I want to embrace it!!! If I want to obtain any of things he offers, I must MOVE FORWARD!

CanadianQueen76 – Subscriber GiveAway (Open)

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It’s a New Year!!! And I wanted to take this moment to say thank you to all those who have watched my YouTube videos! Making this vlog has been a great outlet so far… Now, it’s time to give back! You are invited to participate in my channels first giveaway!!!

As you know I have many hobbies, and would like to share one of the following:

Prize Packages

1. Handmade crocheted throw

2. Pair of MP3 speakers-can also be used with Ipods      

3. Diehard Universal Power and Adapter Kit

4. Handmade Duct Tape Wallet

5. Handmade Earrings (3 Pair)

To enter the giveaway:

a) You must be a subscriber  

b) Thumbs Up (Like) the Video   

c) Comment—Enter Me

For additional entries:

d) Shout me out on Twitter (gain up to 3 additional entries): http://www.twitter.com/CanadianQueen76

AND/OR

e) Subscribe to my blog: http://canadianqueen76.wordpress.com —by subscribing and commenting— “Enter Me” on this post…You will receive 5 additional entries.

AND/OR

f) Make a Video Response— stating you want to be entered —and gain 10 additional entries.

***Stop by my Facebook page: CanadianQueen76—–>>>Just because! http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/CanadianQueen76/268756963150826

And that’s it… The drawing will be held on February 7th, 2012. Winners will be selected randomly and announced on a CanadianQueen76 Blog post.

  

Life Before Social Networking

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     Many of my generation (Gen X), can recall time before internet social networking. I laugh, on the inside, because it makes me seem so mature and old fashioned to write that. Yes, I remember when one would consider the cost of calling someone long distance (outside the city) because of long distance charges and opting to send things through the postal service (snail mail) was the norm. I write all this to make a point… People communicated, it was just different and slower.

   Before social networking, I would send my family and friends many letters, postcards, and reminders. I used to collect their letter responses in a shoebox. Further, I would write to penpals of different cultures. I would write letters, and if that person did respond right away, I would write another one.

     Nowdays, I am critized for my zest for internet social networking. I love to communicate and will do it by many different methods. I like Facebook because I can update over one thousand “friends” in a matter of seconds. I can let my followers on Twitter know about every mundane aspect of my day. Or, I can speak about whatever subject is on my mind via YouTube… Additionally, I can call, text, and write letters to family and friends. Communication methods are endless and faster!

      So, I write all this to say…I am a communicator. However, internet social networking has enabled me to reach many more people in less time.

A Case of the Misbehaving Puppy

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Arrrrrrggggggghhhhh!

He’s done it again! My little critter has made another mess of things! I’ve been here before.  This is the thought I have about my Toy Poodle puppy Clem. Training a puppy whose main purpose is to explore his surroundings and find out about the world around him. The effort and training are two main reasons I did not want to get another puppy. I remember thinking- Yes, he’s so cute and fluffy… However, the power of cute fades once the responsibility of crate and potty training enter the picture. Not to mention keeping him thoroughly exercised and entertained after I’ve come home from a long day at work.

For example, I don’t allow my dogs to get on any furniture. Clem has recently discovered that he can jump really high. This newly acquired skill has led to jumping on my sofa, and destroying items he can get his claws on. A major NO-NO!

I don’t know, maybe I forgot that my little critter is watching my every move waiting for an opportunity to seize a moment to obtain a tasty treat or maybe he is just plain-bored! But, whatever it is, I have got to get to the bottom of this.

For now, I’ve made sure that he has a lot of structure. I guess he’s moved on to pre-teen years for dogs: a season of rebellion. I have to be ready to meet him at every corner. I can not leave anything out for him to get in to. Can’t have a misbehaving puppy if the Master is misbehaving.

Homemade Waterless Bath for Dogs

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Although the Summer season is coming to an end, I still am battling issues with my pets. Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes seem to be a natural enemy to anyone with a love for animals. They invade our homes and the furry hides of beloved pets and cause all kinds of discomfort. Like many insects, their breeding cycle is short and produce an army of thousands.

I found that simply bathing my pet is a temporary solution to stopping her discomfort. These pesky insects reinvade my pet and then I have to start the cleaning process all over again. So, I searched the internet for ways to organically and economically fight this battle. What I found was simple…

If you want to create a waterless bath for your pet, simple sprinkle baking soda on her coat and brush through. I know…baking soda has a million uses. This inexpensive solution cuts down on odor, insect irritation, maintains a healthy coat, and is cheap. Ensure to do this method outdoors for easy clean-up. I used this method on five dogs and each dog loved the brush treatment. In fact, I was interupted by each dog wanting to take an additional brush down. I love when they are contented. Let me know if this works for you.