7 websites you’ll love

The good news about the web is there’s so much there. The bad news about the web is there’s so much there. Here’s seven I’ve found recently that are funny, helpful, informative, or all the above.

1. Fancast.com
   If you missed your favorite TV show, then you’re going to love Fancast.com. This website features full episodes of many of the most popular network and cable shows, (Desperate Housewives, Damages, The Office) and lots of day time shows too, like the View. This comes in especially handy if you have a laptop, and your husband’s idea of great TV is the Military channel and re-runs of Law and Order. Now you can watch your shows in near proximity, and no more remote fights.
2. woofreport.com
   For dog lovers, check out woofreport.com. It’s a website and newsletter that will lead you to the top dog blogs, websites, newsletters, magazines, pet stores and products for your furry friends.
3. GiftCardRescue.com
   Got a gift card or two you don’t want and don’t know what to do with? Then check out
   www.giftcardrescue.com. They’ll buy your unused gift card, or let you exchange it for one you want. Or you can just go there to buy gift cards at discounted prices.
4. Groupcard.com
   Want to send an e-greeting card from the gang? Then check out Groupcard.com.
5. HowToCleanStuff.net
   Wondering how to get those croissant crumbs out of your computer keyboard, finger prints off your camera lens, or wine stains off your favorite blouse? Then you’re going to love HowToCleanStuff.net. It tells you how to clean just about anything.
6. ZocDoc.com
   Did you ever need a doctor in a hurry? Well check out ZocDoc.com. You enter your insurance type, doctor’s speciality, and voila you will get a listing of doctors that meet your critera. But here’s the best part, you can check their availability online and book your appointment from your keyboard. And the site includes background on the doctors, and patient reviews too. Very cool. Right now it’s only got NYC physicians, but they are planning to expand.
7. Gazelle.com
   We’re embarrassed to tell you how many old cell phones, computers, PDAs and other gadgets we have lying around our homes and offices that we have no idea what to do with. Until now. Here’s a website, www.gazelle.com that will buy your old gadgets and gizmos, or they’ll donate the money to a charity of your choice. Get paid to recycle. Great concept.