First of the Month Photo Challenge: I'm Ready for My Close Up

The results are in for August's photo challenge! We had some really great entries this month, thank you to all that sent a photo in! Look out for the post following this one explaining what this month's theme will be.

Click on each photo for a larger view.

Photo by: Jerry Lambert

"This is a close shot of a track in the sand in the desert from our dune trip."

Photo by: FlaminCatDesigns

Photo by: longdistgramma

"I had never seen this beautiful green and yellow "Lady bug" before. I found out it is a Cucumber Beetle and is a non-desirable pest that should be banned from your garden. (I also saw a praying mantis for the first time, and was told this might balance out less desirable the insect population)."

Photo by: Bonnie Muir

Photo by: Anne-Marie

"Close up photo of a shibori dyed yellow fabric hardened into the shape of a tulip with dark blue shibori background fabric."

Photo by: Noa Price

"The photo is a close up of a hairy nodding poppy flower-bud and stem during morning light. The bud eventually rotates upward after opening to a beautiful pink poppy with crepe paper-like petals."

Photo by: Patricia Phillips

Photo by: Angie B

Jasmine's Products of the Week

Every week I feature ten new products on Zazzle that have gained my attention. If you enjoy any of these designs, please stop by the shopkeeper's page to give them a good rating and/or drop a kind comment.

Mesa Verde Colorado by RayDevlin

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orn center gold swirls temp by ForAllOccasions

Yellow Lab Driving a Woodie by myrtieshuman

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Rotating Circles - Orange and Amber on Black by artberry

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Pink Dreamcatcher iPod Touch Case by JillsPaperie

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Beach Shells Mother of the Bride Pin or Button by sandpiperWedding

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" I HAD MY DAY " by IHADMYDAY

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2012 Flowers Calendar by floraluniverses

Sailing off the Cove by michaelcreese

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Cucumber Creature - $21 Million

Browsing through eBay, I found this misshaped cucumber for sale. The shape of the cucumber itself isn't too peculiar, it's the pricing of the item that puzzles me. I get that it's a joke, but why not sell it at a more affordable price and take the chances of making some money on it. I could see someone maybe paying $50, not $21 million. But who knows. If someone did buy it for $21 million, the seller would be one lucky guy!

NMCA Muscle Car Nationals at Milan Dragway

Dan and I are planning to attend Milan Dragway's 5th annual NMCA Muscle Car Nationals either Saturday or Sunday. Last year was my first time going and I'm excited to go again this year. It's a lot of fun, so if you're in the area and looking for some entertainment this weekend come on out. You can get free spectator's ticket here (print as many as you need), and if you want a pit pass it's only $10. The pit area has a lot more action and a neat car show. The gates open at noon, so grab an early lunch and get out here!

Never been to Milan before? Map out directions from your house to:

10860 Plank Rd.

Milan, Mi 48160

If you're unable to make it out to the event, follow me on Twitter @jasmineward.

I'll be posting pictures and possibly some videos. :)

Here are some great shirts that would be perfect to wear to Milan. It's too late to order them for this weekend, but you can get them right now for another day and take $5 off by using the coupon code SAYITSHIRTS at the checkout. And don't forget you can get them shipped for free.

Detroit Muscle by dtownoriginals

Motorcity Muscle by dtownoriginals

Pick Your Own Fruit and Veggie Farms

Pick Your Own Fruits and Vegetables

Another Squidoo lens hot off the press! This lens helps you find local "pick your own" farms. Who doesn't enjoy a fresh crisp apple right from the tree or a juicy tomato off the vine? Mmmmm. There is so much fresh produce right in your area that you probably didn't even know about. And there are plenty of benefits to shopping for produce at your local markets: it's healthier, it tastes better, keeps your local farmers in business and it's a fun activity for the family.

Jasmine's Products of the Week

Every week I feature ten new products on Zazzle that have gained my attention. If you enjoy any of these designs, please stop by the shopkeeper's page to give them a good rating and/or drop a kind comment.

Window Flower Box Moving by FussiMussi

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Army Special Forces Photo Binder by arklights

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Ice Cream Churn ipad Case by artinphotography

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Llama by dianedodd

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Edinburgh Castle by UponInfinity

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Floral Explosion 2 - Abstract Flowers Design by artOnWear

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Cute Candy Corn Halloween Photo Card by TheSpottedOlive

Love Design Shirt by sergetshirts

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I love my Country Kitchen Apron by RanchLady

Christmas Cookie Postcard by DoodlesHolidayGifts

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Selling My Clothes

Trying to get rid of some clothes and get some extra cash. I put up an ad for my area on Craigslist, but I will ship the shirts anywhere, buyer pays shipping.

The shirts I'm selling are:

Brown Arizona ribbed t-shirt from JCPenny, medium. $5

Blue Arizona ribbed t-shirt from JCPenny, medium. $5

Brown plaid Girl Krazy t-shirt from either JCPenny or Kohl's, large. $5

Blue plaid Mossimo t-shirt from Target, large. $5

All shirts are from the Juniors department and are in great condition, I just don't wear them anymore. Shirts come from a nonsmoking home. I'll accept payments via PayPal or personal check.