After looking on different websites for a nice, cute picture to leave a comment on myspace.com, I picked up a virus and spyware/adware. My heart sank as I knew immediately what had happened.

Since I’m fairy technical, I knew what had to be done. I ran my favorite online spyware removal tool. It removed a lot but couldn’t get it all. I then proceeded to download another spyware removal program. It got a bunch but not all of it. After several attempts, I’m throwing in the towel. I’m going to put Linux back on my computer.

I do love Linux. I’m a complete novice in the ways of Linux but have gained some knowledge. The one thing I do know about Linux is that The Sims 2 and other games do not work on the operating system. Mac users thought they were getting a bad deal when it comes to games for their operating system. Although there are some games for Linux. They do have a variety of casual games and ofcourse there is solitaire.

Although I’m giving up some games for my computer(Thank goodness my husband will still use XP), at least I won’t have the headache of spyware and viruses.

There is just something so exciting about planning a trip. It’s so fun to get away from the norm for a few days. We are planning a trip to Tampa, FL. This will be the first big trip with the baby. The long car ride makes me glad I have my PSP. On trips is when I really make use of handheld games. Hopefully the UMD movies will help to keep her occupied. I’ll fill the memory card with all of her favorite tunes. She is partial to Journey and the soundtrack to Walk the Line.

In researching Tampa, FL, I found a great website, Estelle TV, which offers free daily podcasts plus videos and other information to some of the hottest travel destinations in the world. Estelle Reyna is a Latin Supermodel and host of Estelle’s Paradise, which is seen around the globe. Sure enough, I was able to find a plethora of information on Tampa, FL as well as watch a video. The video was informative and very professional. All the information I was looking for on Tampa I was able to find at Estelle TV like area museums, attractions, weather, and public transportation.

Planning?a trip is stressful and fun at the same time. Finding information you need quickly saves heartache and hassle. It takes less time to plan and leaves more time to have fun.