Changes to Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service

				Is this email not displaying properly? View it in your browser.
Dear Google user, We're getting rid of over 60 different privacy policies across Google and replacing them with one that's a lot shorter and easier to read. Our new policy covers multiple products and features, reflecting our desire to create one beautifully simple and intuitive experience across Google. We believe this stuff matters, so please take a few minutes to read our updated Privacy Policy and Terms of Service at http://www.google.com/policies. These changes will take effect on March 1, 2012.
One policy, one Google experience
Easy to work across Google Our new policy reflects a single product experience that does what you need, when you want it to. Whether reading an email that reminds you to schedule a family get-together or finding a favorite video that you want to share, we want to ensure you can move across Gmail, Calendar, Search, YouTube, or whatever your life calls for with ease.		Tailored for you If you're signed into Google, we can do things like suggest search queries – or tailor your search results – based on the interests you've expressed in Google+, Gmail, and YouTube. We'll better understand which version of Pink or Jaguar you're searching for and get you those results faster.		Easy to share and collaborate When you post or create a document online, you often want others to see and contribute. By remembering the contact information of the people you want to share with, we make it easy for you to share in any Google product or service with minimal clicks and errors.
Protecting your privacy hasn't changed Our goal is to provide you with as much transparency and choice as possible, through products like Google Dashboard and Ads Preferences Manager, alongside other tools. Our privacy principles remain unchanged. And we'll never sell your personal information or share it without your permission (other than rare circumstances like valid legal requests).		Understand how Google uses your data If you want to learn more about your data on Google and across the web, including tips and advice for staying safe online, check out http://www.google.com/goodtoknow		Got questions? We got answers. Visit our FAQ at http://www.google.com/policies/faq to read more about the changes. (We figured our users might have a question or twenty-two.)
Notice of Change March 1, 2012 is when the new Privacy Policy and Terms will come into effect. If you choose to keep using Google once the change occurs, you will be doing so under the new Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Please do not reply to this email. Mail sent to this address cannot be answered. Also, never enter your Google Account password after following a link in an email or chat to an untrusted site. Instead, go directly to the site, such as mail.google.com or www.google.com/accounts. Google will never email you to ask for your password or other sensitive information.

About House & Home: Host a Superbowl Party

If you can't see this email, click here

House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor I have to admit, I'm not a huge football fan. But I do like hosting a get-together with friends and family and any excuse to do that is fine with me. Plan Your Super Bowl 2012 Party Menu Another thing I love about sport-themed parties is that the food is easy to make and fun to eat. While most of us equate Superbowl parties with junk food and beer, you can shake things up a bit with this wide-selection of menu ideas. See More About:  super bowl parties  super bowl food  super bowl menus Super Bowl Sunday in High Definition and Surround Sound If you're going to host the game, it's a good idea to check out this guide to setting up your home theater system. Even if your equipment is a little out of date, you'll find tips for making the most of what you have to make this year's game the best yet. See More About:  super bowl  hdtv  surround sound Super Bowl Crafts and Activities Whether your child is a football fan or not, football themed crafts are a great way to keep young ones entertained. All you need are a few supplies and a little imagination. See More About:  sports crafts  How to Remove Game Day Stains Fun, festive food and drinks usually means that your laundry skills are put to the test. But rather than making everyone wear plastic bibs and eat at the table, why not use this laundry guide as your stain-removal guru so the drips and drops don't hamper the fun. See More About:  stain removal  fabric care  laundry products House & Home Ads Party Ideas Party Planning Super Bowl Party Party Themes Party Food Menu Featured Articles What You Need to Start Plants from Seed How to Minimize Stress and Anxiety in Your Cat How to Grow Microgreens 10 Ways to Organize the Bathroom Cheap Update Ideas for Countertops How to Prevent and Remove Ice Dams   More from About.com What is PMDD? If prior to your period you experience emotional symptoms that are severe enough to interfere with your day-to-day functioning, you may have premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). More> Living with Infertility Infertility is extremely difficult emotionally, and it's easy to start feeling overwhelmed. Here are 10 ways to cope and keep infertility from taking over your life. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Baby, It's Cold Outside

If you can't see this email, click here

House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor Many of us are suffering through a January deep freeze that is setting records, forcing even the outdoor enthusiasts inside where we crank the heat, cuddle beneath warm blankets and dream of summer suns. 7 Ways to Save on Your Utility Bill With temperatures dipping down to record lows, I've been visiting our home's thermostat several times a day, slowly inching up the red dial until finally I panicked, thinking only of the utility bill that would soon surprise me in the mail. But wait. There are ways to cut your home heating costs without sacrificing comfort. See More About:  utility bills  save energy  energy savings Quilt Block Patterns with Step by Step Instructions One way to beat the cold is to spend the long, dark evenings cuddled beneath a homemade quilt. If the thought of making your own is a little daunting, take a look at this gallery of patterns and instructions for a beautiful yet practical comforter. See More About:  quilt patterns  easy quilt patterns  baby quilt patterns Cold Weather Checklist for Pets We're not the only ones who suffer during a cold snap. Our four-legged friends also find it difficult to take daily walks, stay warm in their beds and ensure paws don't freeze in deep snowy drifts. Help pets stay warm and safe during the long winter months. See More About:  winter health tips  cold weather safety  pet toxins 5 Tips for Starting Seeds Indoors Now that you and your pets are warm and dry, it's time to make those summer dreams a reality by doing a little indoor gardening and you can start by planting garden seeds indoors. See More About:  plants for sun  diy container gardens  container gardening videos House & Home Ads Baby Baby Cold Remedies Newborn Baby Tips Baby Fleece Blankets House & Home Featured Articles Playhouse Kits to Buy How To Survive Remodeling Is Pressure Treated Wood Safe? How to Get Rid of Kitchen Smells Control Common Houseplant Pests Stop Puppy Biting   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Sleep Easier, Home Makeovers, Selling on a Budget

If you can't see this email, click here

House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor Today's newsletter offers a little bit of something for everyone, whether you're having a hard time sleeping after the holiday craziness, or thinking of selling your home but are worried about staying within a limited budget. Products to Make Sleeping Easier After the holidays, as I get back into the routine of work and home life, I often have a hard time sleeping. I tried moving our bed around and listening to restful sounds, but nothing is working so far. That is until I came across this article. See More About:  sleep products  pillows  mattress toppers 30 Minute Home Makeovers We have company arriving next week and I have no time to overhaul our spare bedroom, which desperately needs it. Right now it's storing our skis, Christmas decorations and all my arts and crafts. So how do I transform this junk space into a comfortable bedroom for an elderly aunt and uncle? It's easy and all in just 30 minutes. See More About:  flea market decorating  diy projects  trash to treasure Tips for Home Selling on a Budget My in-laws are thinking of selling their home, but are a little intimidated by the amount of staging their real estate agent has asked them to do. Plus, they're on a budget. So I sent them this article on how to stage your home without spending too much. See More About:  selling a home  home staging  real estate agents Winterize Your Plumbing Friends came home from their tropical vacation to find their basement flooded because of a frozen, burst pipe. It's a common story, but one that can be avoided if you know how to protect your plumbing from cold winter weather. See More About:  winterizing  plumbing maintenance  plumbing insulation House & Home Ads Home Staging Design Bedroom Design Sleep Apnea Symptoms Sleep Test Bedroom Ideas Featured Articles Easy Quilt Block Pattern Pot Bellied Pigs as Pets Innovative Way to Heat Your Floors Recycle Your Christmas Tree All About Humidifiers How to Clear Ice From Sidewalks   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Learn Something New in 2012

If you can't see this email, click here

House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor If your resolution list has you feeling a little overwhelmed and uninspired, why not swap some of the have-to-dos with a plan to learn something new? Take it from our Home and Garden Guides, if you want to expand your horizons and have fun at the same time, then this is the place to start. Free Landscaping Classes I'm by no means a landscaping guru. In fact, I'm lucky if my bushes are trimmed and my flowers finally bloom. So when I saw this set of free landscaping classes, I knew I had to sign up. With 128 lessons covering everything from planning and designing through to picking the perfect plants, your home will be the envy of the neighborhood. Learn How to Knit and Purl I took up knitting a couple of years ago, but because I'm not a consistent knitter, my stitches aren't consistent either. So I checked out this free video on how to knit and purl and voila! I can now knit a scarf that will actually keep the cold out. Learn to Ride a Horse Because I grew up on a farm, most people assume I know how to ride a horse. But I don't. So this has gone on my list for 2012. And the best place to start my lessons? Right here. Know what you need to know (and it's free!) to make your first ride comfortable, safe and oh-so much fun. See More About:  choosing a coach  basic riding skills  riding safety How to Clean Your Dryer Vent Okay, so this isn't necessarily a fun thing to learn how to do, but with all the recent house fires due to clogged dryer vents, it's the first thing on my list. This guide will walk you through step-by-step to ensure your home (and mine) is fully protected. House & Home Ads 2012 Landscaping Designs Garden Landscaping Landscaping Ideas Ride a Horse Featured Articles How to Keep Bees Make a Flower and Candle Centerpiece Backsplash Tile Designs Looking Back at Furniture Trends for 2011 Vintage Valentine Postcards Install New Wiper Blades   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement