Squid Angel

Squid Angel : Blessings to YOU! What it meant to be a Squidoo Squid Angel : Blessings to YOU, my dear! Ah, angels! There are heavenly angels. And, now there are Squidoo SquidAngels ... down to earth angels. This is the first instance on Squidoo that I have actually written about my Catholic upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio, and what an impact it had on my spiritual being. You see, it was the nuns and priests that I encountered in elementary and grade school who instilled in me strong Christian beliefs, particularly in Heaven and in Angels! Yes I believe in Heaven and I believe in Angels! It is just part of leading a Spiritual Life, you know?

Then, after my grandparents all passed on it was in Lily Dale, a spiritualist community in Chautauqua County, NY that I had my first spiritual reading. At that time, I was told that there were auras around me of two women; i.e. my grandmothers. They were likened to my particular guardian angels.

Since my early days of schooling to today, I have had a deep spiritual appreciation for angels. I was once again honored to be an active Squid Angel, flapping my heavenly angel wings from October 13, 2009 to January 3, 2010. I was a SquidAngel Emeritus of two separate terms totaling 8.3 months, until I returned to active squid angel duty on March 5, 2012. My first term at Squid Angeling was a double-header, two terms rolled into one, lasting for nearly 6 straight months. It is really something to see how many lensmasters have actually participated in the SquidAngel program at Squidoo. And, how many lensmasters now actually believe in angels too!

You know, being a Squidoo Squid Angel has been a very meaningful and remarkable experience for me -- something I have taken most seriously. An angel in the true spirit and meaning of the word angel. I have opted to serve again as a Squidoo Squid Angel as I take THAT JOB quite seriously, you know? So, if you are tapped to be a Squidoo Squid Angel, wear those wings proudly as you perform your heavenly duties on earth. Show some humility too; be true to yourself. Be the best that you can be.

Image Credit: "Blessings to You! from Squid Angel JaguarJulie" ~ Angel Wings and Halo credit tagsforkids!

Do YOU Believe in Angels?
There are all kinds of angels who impact our daily lives! So which of these angels do YOU believe in?

1. Heavenly angels
2. Guardian angels
3. Squid angels
4. Dark angels
5. My significant other is an angel
6. None of the above

Angel Blessings to YOU!

What a remarkably reflective and inspiring angel! This angel monument pretty accurately captures my feelings as I reflect on what all it has meant to be a Squid Angel. Although I have retired my angel wings, I hope to be returning soon. In the meantime, be on the look out for other Squid Angels who may grace your lens(es) with their special blessings of angel dust!

Photo Credit: Floating Imitations spotted this 'angel of the morning' in a cemetery in Drumheller, Alberta, Canada.

Jaguar Julie Squid Angel Wordle

Rather an interesting way of looking at Squid Angels ... up close and personal you know. Blessings to YOU, my dear!~ Jaguar Julie Squid Angel Wordle

Do You Believe?

We count ourselves blessed when we have been touched by an angel. Angels can exist in heaven and on earth. If you have been touched by an angel, I'd love to hear your story!

What types of Squid Angels WERE there? 

Squid Angels as Hoverers!

1. To remain floating, suspended, or fluttering in the air: gulls hovering over the waves or angels hovering over Squidoo lenses!
2. To remain or linger in or near a place: hovering around the speaker’s podium.
3. To remain in an uncertain state; waver: hovered between anger and remorse.

As you can probably guess, I go for definition #1! And, being new in my role as a Squid Angel, for my first go-around, I described myself as a ‘hoverer.’ It also comes from my Marketing background and strong need for analytical research. You see, I don’t like to jump to any conclusions but require lots of data and lots of research.

It’s after I acquire plenty of empirical research — look at lots of lenses — that I feel empowered to bless them! No willy nilly, mindless blessings. No tit-for-tat, reciprocal types of blessings. No special group of angels working in a block. Just one solitary squid angel blessing one at a time, worthy lenses.

Here’s such a ‘hovering’ Squid Angel … it’s really ME when I was hard at work as a Squid Angel oh so long ago.

Squid Angels as Buglers!

1. Music: To sound a bugle.
2. To give forth a deep, prolonged sound similar to the bay of a hound.

There are some Squid Angels who will announce their visits and their blessings. Alrightee, I will confess that I have sounded the bugle a couple of times, but I must admit that I found some lenses which warranted a bugle blast!

Squid Angels are Humble!!

MOST, Squid Angels are humble! They understand humility. I'm blonde, but I am humble too! Blessings to you, my dear!

I have only included this one definition, but personally like what it says:

1. Marked by meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful.

To have been honored with the responsibility of a Squid Angel, means that these select few members have the powers to bless those lenses which are indeed worthy of blessing.

A Hip Squid Angel

Imagine this fashionable and very hip Squid Angel flying in to bless one of YOUR lenses!

1. Yes, we're considering a way to let lensmasters know when their lenses have been blessed or dinged. Right now they don't know unless an Angel tells them. Angels are free to communicate that (or not) in whatever way is most comfortable for them.
2. Every Squid Angel makes a difference. If one Angel blesses a lens, the lens gets a small boost. If several Angels bless it, the boost jumps to a new tier.
3. The idea is not to form a jury and drive a traditional consensus. That would be an entirely different program. Instead, the idea is to empower you as individuals.
4. The Angels group is varied, by design, and I'm betting you'll each browse and bless (or ding) different lenses in a broad range of topics. Then, when diverse opinions from top lensmasters converge naturally in the same place, that's when something really special happens.
5. Angels are not required to give editorial reviews of lenses that are posted in the Angels forum. But if they'd like to, they can.
6. Nope, Angels won't ding lenses that are still under construction.
7. Nope, LensRank doesn't affect your Google traffic or other search engine results.
8. Yep, Angels are allowed to bless a few (not all!) of their own lenses. Hey, they're working hard for everyone else, they deserve the same perk.
9. The coolest thing I've heard today is that Angels are doing so much more than blessing lenses... they're also adding those lenses to StumbleUpon, Delicious, rating them, etc.

Some Squid Angel Blessing Buzzwords

1. Compelling Read
2. Quality Content
3. Originality
4. Uniqueness
5. Great Story
6. Great Composition
7. Zero Spam Index
8. General Audience

AB+ = Blessings to YOU my dear!

What's that mean? Well, AB+ really IS my blood type, but more importantly it means I've left you an "Angel Blessing" + 5 stars > now a big SquidLike!

Victorias Secret Angel with Wings

 A Sad Angel of Grief

This beautifully touching photo evokes such a deep level of emotion. The level of grief is palpable. Photo Credit: FeX.

Squid Angel Retired

JaguarJulie is a Squid Angel Emeritus. I served a third term from 10/13/09-01/03/10. That's a total of 8.3 months of Squid Angel meaningful service oh so long ago. I returned to active Squid Angel duty on 03/05/12 and served approximately a one year term before the Squid Angel program was retired.

Lend me an ear, kind soul ... 

Blessings to you my dear! Always a Squid Angel "at heart" willing to lend a kind ear! Having a rough day? Needing to vent? OK, I don't do confessions nor can I forgive you, but I certainly can lend you my ear! Tell me about it .

History: Squid Angel : Blessings to YOU! was originally created on Squidoo by JaguarJulie on March 12, 2008. Highest lensrank ever achieved: #56 overall. This was a top lens with 27 days on the Top 100 list. Lens #311 in the quest for Giant Squid 400 Club.

Jaguar Julie Former Lensographer

JaguarJulie Lensography of a Boldly Humble Brand Ambassador! Available: personally and professionally! Did you know that I, JaguarJulie, have been a Brand Ambassador in my daily work? Both online and offline. And, that I am available. I've been on the internet since the 90s and spent nearly 8.5 years, from March 21, 2014 until August 31, 2014, writing on Squidoo!

This is a celebration of some of the many topics I wrote about on my Squidoo lenses. See the brands? I have been an online cheerleader spotlighting fabulous brands. I love promoting these great, reputable brands in a boldly humble manner!

With ALL that Brand Ambassadorship(s), you may think of Jaguar Julie as a WWW - workaholic wonder woman! Let me seriously put my energy and talents to work for YOU and your BRAND! I'm looking for a position that's a blend of Brand Ambassador, Communications Specialist, and Marketing Manager; requiring a conceptual thinker and creative writer and editor.

In my lensography herein, I hope to answer the question of who, what, where, why, how and etc. about Jaguar Julie as you know, inquiring minds want to know! I am one busy person, working hard the old-fashioned way ... working on one page at a time! No magic tricks ... just an honest day's work. First of all, what is a lensography? A lensography is an organized view of a lensmaster's lenses. Who originated the lensography? Why thefluffanutta of course! Well, this was my very first and primary lensography so that's why I named it Jaguar Julie Lensography!

By the way, originality, authenticity and uniqueness are at my very core. Why not embrace those values for yourself. Oh, and do not copy the contents of this page while you're at it.

Say, it is a special hello to all my purple star fans! Ah, those purple stars were awarded for quality lenses on that platform of Squidoo. It sure has been one heck of a journey! Glad you were a part of it. And, I was an official Squidoo contributor too!

I love to hear from my readers. And, all kidding aside ... I am available both personally and professionally. Check out my branded websites for more information about me and about my dream job!

Photo Credit: None other than the authentically real JaguarJulie.

Are YOU Working at Home Like JaguarJulie?
Please take a moment to cast your vote! Work-at-Home do you? Which of these fits you to a T?

1. I am a work-at-home wonder woman!
2. I am a work-at-home wonder MAN!
3. I am a multi-tasking workaholic!
4. I am a gainfully-employed office worker!
5. I am 100% retired!
6. More than one of the above!
7. Would you believe - none of the above!

My Online Brand of JaguarJulie

Where did the name 'Jaguar Julie' originate??? Yep, I've been asked that a million times ...Jaguar Julie is an athletic supporter and fan of the Jacksonville Jaguars!

I took on the name of "Jaguar Julie" when the Jacksonville Jaguars first hit town … quite a few years ago, even though it feels like yesterday! That name became the name of my "brand" that has been primarily marketed online.

Several years ago, as a supporter of Mark Brunell, our former quarterback, I sold his NFL, Premium Collection, Limited Treasures collectible bear. When Mark Brunell left town for the Washington Redskins, I later donated hundreds of these collectible bears to his local charity which benefits children.

More About JaguarJulie

In the late 1990s, I took on the persona of JaguarJulie to celebrate the Jaguars coming to town! In 2004, I formed my own company, Jaguar Julie Designs to provide marketing consulting and to continue my online selling with a store on eCrater and iOffer.

Since 2003, I’ve been a BzzAgent and used to be a lot more active bzzing until BzzAgent introduced me to Squidoo in March 2006!  I originally created about 3 dozen lenses when I first joined, and would create one here and there UNTIL I got that wonderful invitation from Megan Casey to "kick it into high gear" and create 100 lenses. Well, I took on that challenge and despite a "hard drive crash" on August 31, 2007, I managed to accomplish the feat of 100 lenses.

In March 2006, I also joined Stylehive where I found that unique outlet to express my passion for fashion. I actively bookmarked over 30,000 fashionable items into the hive, participated in several contests, actually won a couple, and coaxed MANY of my friends, family, and coworkers to join and participate.

IN A NUTSHELL: I’m really into modern and contemporary design and love to spot emerging trends.  I really "dig" indie designers plus name-brand designers. You could say my style and taste is European-chic with a flair for the eclectic. I’m a marketing professional and style fashionista who has garnered some 25 years in Corporate America; most recently as the marketing manager for a fortune 500 Fujifilm company. When I’m not Squidooing, I’m also trying to be productive as the Marketing Director of a start-up pressroom chemicals company!

JaguarJulie Former Squid Angel

JaguarJulie was a Squid Angel for her first term of six months in 2008 and served again with a heavenly group of Squid Angels on Squidoo. JaguarJulie was a Squid Angel Emeritus of 8.3 months of heavenly and meaningful service as a "quiet" Squid Angel until returning to active duty on March 5, 2012. A belief in angels and an appreciation for their spirituality has guided JaguarJulie in her daily life. It is natural that angels would mean so much -- sharing the love with you today! I AM a Squid Angel Who Retired Her Wings or Her Halo. Thanks to Squidoo for granting my wings those few times. It's JaguarJulie Squid Angel : Blessings to YOU and You Too!

I wrote a lot about spirituality and angels. There were Christmas Angels, Touched by an Angel, The Art of Angels and so many more angels above.

I was last honored to be an official Squidoo Squid Angel on March 5, 2012. Previously, I was a Squid Angel from October 13, 2009 and retired in January 2010 to give other Squid Angels an opportunity. This is a role that I take quite seriously and I surely hope that those of you tapped to be Squid Angels recognize that responsibility. You know, my first assignment as a Squid Angel was in March 2008 when I earned my wings as a Squid Angel here at Squidoo. Blessings to YOU, my dear! May you be as blessed as I have been.

I joined Squidoo on March 21, 2006, so it took me two years to earn my wings!

It’s hard to articulate what all being a Squid Angel really means to me. You see, I’m a very spiritual type of person who honestly believes in angels and guardian angels in particular. I’ve been told that I have two guardian angels, my grandmothers, who are usually with me.

2008 Giant Squid of the Year

I am humbled and honored to be the Giant Squid of the Year as voted in the 2008 Giant Squid Awards Competition, sponsored by the Giant Squid Organizers.

Special thanks to all of my supporters who actually voted for me — I sure do appreciate it!

I couldn’t have done it without your support! ;)





I was a member of the Charter Class of Giant Squids 100 Club!

Thank you Squidoo, I was so thrilled! On September 19, 2007, I was honored to hear that I had been chosen to join the Giant Squids, Squidoo’s elite squad of the best and most prolific lensmasters on Squidoo. And, on top of that, I was able to exceed the challenge by creating over 100 lenses and be a member of the Giant Squids 100 Club!!!

I  published well over 850 lenses to my name, have sold a few, and had 6 group lenses. I’ve ‘consulted’ on dozens of lenses for different lensmasters, giving them enhancement tips. Oh, I H-E-A-R-T Squidoo.

Thanks to everyone at Squidoo–you know who you are–and also, thanks to those others who made this possible–God, my family, my tolerant hubby, my coworkers!

P.S. When writing my lenses, I’ve done my best to be “original,” not copying other Squidoo lenses. I’m flattered when I see other lenses popping up that seem rather familiar to my lenses. Thanks all you squidsters!

#1 Ranking in People Who Matter

Lens of the Day - LOTD

Several of my Squidoo lenses were awarded the coveted LOTD over the course of my 8.5 years there! To Catch a Thief, Jaguar Julie Lensography, Julia Nagy Grandmother and Namesake, Blarney Stone, Miss Columbus Day, What is Basa, I Love Brussels Sprouts.

JaguarJulie Former Bag Lady

OK, JaguarJulie is really not a bag lady, but she is a style guru who knows a lot about style and bags. Looking for something classy for back to school? I wrote about the Best Backpacks for Work and for Back to School. And, then there were the Best Bags Ever, Coach Company Handbags, and Neoprene Lunch Totes.

The Art of Flowers

JaguarJulie Loves Flower Art -- Especially in Art Posters! Only the best for your walls -- pretty flowers. Ah, JaguarJulie loves photographing flowers and loves flowers in art posters for your walls. Whether at the office or at home, here are some of the most beautiful picks in flower art posters!

I loved writing about flowers so much that I opted to create my own FLOWER art! I started with Mexican Petunias and then sunflowers. Next, daisies seemed to take over my gardens.

JaguarJulie Cooks - Then and Now!!

JaguarJulie is a FINE Cook You Know! Ah, JaguarJulie has shared an award-winning chili recipe for you! It has a special secret ingredient. You'll also want to try the Hungarian Spaetzle -- it's great in beef stroganoff, Hungarian goulash, Chicken and Veal Paprikas and even in soups. Get a tip on a great-tasting white wine too. And, maybe try some gourmet food like Roland while you are at it!

2009 Summer School Graduate

W00t! Can you believe this? Wow, my graduating class of the Giant Squid Summer School 2009 — had 47 graduates. That is such an incredible number — over 70 Giant Squids expressed interest at the start of the Summer. Congratulations fellow squids. ;) BTW I am particularly digging this cool badge you all. Love the teal like color along with the cool sunshine! Shine on.W00t! Can you believe this? Wow, my graduating class of the Giant Squid Summer School 2009 — had 47 graduates. That is such an incredible number — over 70 Giant Squids expressed interest at the start of the Summer. Congratulations fellow squids. ;) BTW I am particularly digging this cool badge you all. Love the teal like color along with the cool sunshine! Shine on.

Woo Hoo! Weeks #5-#8 -- And you thought it would never end!!! I could almost feel it -- it was palpable -- School's out for the Summer! Yowza -- not before one of these babies earned that coveted purple star for quality content -- and the very next day after publishing it! Now that is purple passion: How to Create a Patio with Stone Pavers : A Step-by-Step DIY!!

Former Purple Stars!

On April 16, 2009, my Stuffed Cabbage lens earned a purple star for its quality content. On April 19, 2009, that lens made it into the #1 spot overall on Squidoo and by the grace of God, and his angel helpers, occupied that spot for 24 days. Thank you very much!

On June 25, 2009, The Journal of the Traveling Squid lens earned a purple star for its quality content. It's been lucky enough to be #1 in the Travel category. Thank you people ... and angels too -- squid angels!

"Made in" Eastern European Countries

Each of those lenses were jam-packed with interesting items. I have an ancestry that is Eastern European and became quite interested in genealogy a few years ago prior to our vacation to Hungary and Romania. It was that trip that spawned my first "made in" lens of "made in Hungary."

Hungarian Themes

In my food topics, as well as fashion and travel, I wrote a lot about Hungarian themes.

Genealogy-Inspired Topics!

A few surprises ... After my vacation to Hungary and Romania, I felt passionate about taking a closer look at my Eastern European genealogy to learn more about my family's ancestors. In the process, I uncovered some interesting possibilities as to distant relatives!

More Unusual Topics!

What else did I write about? Oh boy! There are a lot of topics when you are talking about over 850 lenses, you know? I did numerous Hey Monkeybrain debates, Eclectic Fashion and Fashion Designers, Kimono and Boho Chic Fashion, Designer Handbags, High End Jewelry, Resin Jewelry, Felt Decor, Food Spices, Health & Medicine, Animals, Art Glass, Artist Profiles, Artsy-Type Topics, Books, and the Holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines Day, and Easter to name a few!

Thank You Mom!

It was really because of my mom that the Momerisms lens was created. And, how appropriate to celebrate moms today and for Mother's Day! I also did a special lens, Thank You Mom, to thank my mom appropriately.

My Lensography Wordle!

I am a super fan of the site where you can generate your own custom wordle. This is the Jaguar Julie Lensography Wordle that was generated specifically for the original Squidoo lensography lens!

History: Jaguar Julie Lensography was originally created on Squidoo by JaguarJulie on September 21, 2007. This lens was honored as lens of the day on March 7, 2008. On September 3, 2009 this lens earned the Squidoo Purple Star Award for quality content.