favorite apps

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So I've had several people ask me lately what apps I use the most (I'm thinking maybe a tablet is in their immediate future--good for them). Aside from some of the apps that come with the iphone/ipad, like maps, web, & calendar, here are a few of my favorites.

All apps free unless specified.

2Do paid
I've owned this app longer than any of the others and I'd say it's by far the one I use the most. It's my go to, the thing that keeps me organized, on time, and on top of my life. It's sad, but I'm not sure how I'd do it all without it.


instagram
So far it's been my favorite way to share my iphone photos and have quite enjoyed catching up with friends through their iphotos. Of course there is always a lot of greatness to find on there as well. It can be easy to get lost.

SketchBook Express
My favorite app for drawing or doodling or just messing around. My girls are quite fond of it as well. I only have the free version, which is perfect for someone like me, but I know the paid version gives you so much more. I have watched a ton of speed drawings on youtube lately and it's amazing to see what some artists can do with just an ipad and their finger.

Moviefone
The best way, in my opinion, to look up movies past, in theaters, and coming soon. It's got an easy interface and lets you rate movies like goodreads.

Pulse
The perfect way to stay up to date with your favorite websites, news, and/or blogs. It is much like a reader where you can quickly scan for articles you want to read and it presents the article in a pleasing clean interface. You can share the articles and easily save them for future reading. The only downside I have seen is it limits the amount of blogs you can follow. Perhaps they have a paid version, I've never looked.

Yelp
I have never been disappointed when using this app to locate a delicious restaurant, even if it does take you to an Indian restaurant attached to a convenient store. I have to admit, I was a little intimidated (Adam not so much), but it was some of the best Indian.

Scriptures paid
Love having this on the go.

imapmyrun
This app was invaluable to me when training for my 1/2 marathon. I never needed to drive my route ahead of time to figure out how far to go--it tracked me through gps. I loved how it would tell me my pace and how far I had gone (a function you can have on/off). I haven't used it since November, but I will when I get back into it.

Ringtone Maker
A free way to make your own unique ringtones. Super easy and addicting.

Pinterest & Etsy
Need I say more? Both of these can be very dangerous.

Moodboard or Corkulous
These two apps I am currently debating about. They are both excellent ways to collect ideas which is what I'm in the market for. I wish I could combine the two--Corkulous looks more appealing (I love the file cabinet), but moodboard has more functions I want, like making a pallete and pulling ideas from the web. What to do? Do any of you have one of these apps??


Do you use apps, if so, what are you favorites??

12of12 | September

01. The moon as I was leaving on my run this morning.
02. Girls making lunches--a part of their morning routine.
03. Megan drew a self-portrait of the two of us on the chalkboard Saturday. According to her it's to remain up until I get back.
04. A detailed schedule for Adam & my mom of the girls comings and goings this week.
05. We spent the evening walking around the 9/11 memorial. Definitely a sobering experience to walk around and read about the individual lives that were lost that day.
06. Had lunch with my dear friend Laurie.
07. A lot of this day has been about packing up for New Hampshire. Yes, that is a heating pad and cake pans in my suitcase. The heating pad is for my bed at night (no heat in an uninsulated cabin) and the cake pans are for my food photography class. I must say it is rather delightful packing for fall weather.
08. Another shot from the 9/11 memorial.
09. Adam helping Megan with her afternoon homework.
10. Target for last minute purchases.
11. Another shot from the 9/11 memorial.
12. Last, but certainly not least, Adam surprised me with an ipad of my very own to take on my trip. I was and am still in shock about it. Looks like traveling alone to the east coast won't be so lonely after all. Wahoo!

It was one of those day with lots on my to-do list, getting out of town is always full of last minute details. Of course it's the kind of busy you are happy to do. I am, I believe, all set to leave for New Hampshire--now. I hope you had an equally productive day or at least a delightful one.