By Jodi Panayotov
So you are finally at the doctor's office after years of unsuccessful copulating, seeking an answer with a side of treatment. Admittedly it's been a relief to share with someone who's not going to run off and tell everyone you know your intimate secrets. Especially if it means your doctor is going to DO something.
The tests he sends you for are both embarrassing and painful but because they're going to shed fluorescent light on what ails you and your partner you'll live with them, even welcome them.
"You want me to put my feet, where..THERE, but they won't fit....auuuggghh!"
"How long did you say the needle had to stay in?" "Do I get anaesthetic?" "It's been twenty-four hours - should I still be in this much pain?" are all pressing questions you find yourself asking the doctor, whilst for your partner it's, "But how do I get it in there?" and "Do you have anything else but scotch/Penthouse?"
A couple of weeks later you're back, all anticipatory that they'll have found something and an indicated treatment will be offered.
Your partner is the first to receive his results and has to refrain from doing a Toyota 'Oh what a feeling' leap out of his chair at the news that his 'boys can swim'. Whilst happy for him you realize that this must mean it's you with the problem and nervously await the verdict.
It takes a while as there is much frowning, paper shuffling and throat clearing and mumbling on the part of the doctor.
'CHRIST,' you think, 'what's going on? Do I have a whole range of fertility issues?"
Eventually, as if he suddenly remembers there is a couple sitting in his office and it is not, after all, time for a leisurely Sunday-morning-paper type-browse of your notes, he looks up.
Both you and your partner stare at him, dry mouths slightly ajar.
"I'm afraid," he says, and you nod, feeling quite afraid yourself.
"I'm afraid that you have what we refer to as...um.."
Your hands grip the chair and you lean forward.
"It's ....er...UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY."
"What's that???" you demand an explanation.
"It happens to about one in ten couples."
"What does?"
"The unexplained infertility as I've just said. It means basically that the tests didn't find anything untoward. Your tubes are clear, there's minimal endometriosis, and you're ovulating very month."
You realize it's like the answer to a multiple choice question - 'none of the above'.
"But are there other tests you can do, you know, something else...?"
"No those are the main ones we use."
"So what now?"
"Well it's up to you."
"Up to me?"
"Yes, you have three options. We can do a course of fertility drugs or we can try a cycle of IVF or we can do nothing."
Nothing, of course is out of the question, otherwise you wouldn't BE here. But IVF???? Already? When there's nothing discernibly wrong?
"T-tell me about the f-fertility drugs," you stammer.
"Well you take a course of Clomid which boosts ovulation, producing more eggs so increasing your chances of conception. But."
Why is there always a 'but'? "But what?"
"You also increase your chances of multiple births."
"Oh, is that all."
"Yes, I just had to inform you so that you make an informed choice."
"One more thing," you say after he's written a prescription and is holding it there in front of you like he's a game show host and you're about to take 'the money or the box'.
"How, if we have 'unexplained infertility', do you think this may work?"
"By boosting ovulation..."
"But you said I am ovulating."
"As I said, you'll produce larger and more eggs which increases your chances .."
You and your partner leave the office, taking the prescription and your unexplained infertility with you.
That night you pour a glass of water and open the packet of pills. Opening your mouth you pop the pill in, move it to the back of your tongue and take a large gulp of water.
There, you've swallowed it.
Dejection hardly describes the state you're in when, after two rounds of fertility drugs that left you cranky, bloated and empty-armed, you get around to making an appointment with that naturopath.
Two years and five months of forced copulation and a diagnosis of 'unexplained infertility' have played havoc with your well-being - if anything, right now you are an unwell being.
Along with unexplained infertility you've developed an unexplained reluctance to go back to your doctor. IVF is pending and this may have something to do with it though you can't be sure.
Every time you hear that combination of letters- I-V-F you go into a kind of dissociative fugue state. The best you can do is deal with it as an abstract theory, as something that happens to 'other people'. Your partner thinks you suffer from 'NIMO' or 'Not in My Ovaries' syndrome and you suspect he may be right though it's not something you'd ever admit.
Before you can even get in to see the naturopath you have homework - called temperature charting. It is explained that this will give clues as to why you're failing to conceive.
"But I have unexplained infertility," you bleat. Regrettably, these days you often sound more like a sheep than a woman.
"Everything has an explanation," comes the measured human reply.
Well, charting a temperature can't be too painful, at least it involves sticking a thermometer in your mouth as opposed to unspeakable instruments of torture in your pelvic region.
After weeks of waking in the morning at the same time to take your temperature in a religious though not godly manner, it is time to meet your naturopath. You slip the temperature chart into a plastic sleeve and drive off.
The 'clinic', whilst slightly alternative and rustic, manages to look professional and trustworthy. The naturopath, an unassuming gentle woman, ushers you in to her room.
It is very reassuring to note the absence of steel pointy objects and the smell you've come to think of as Eau d'Anaesthetique.
"Let's see what you have for me," she says, and you hand her the detailed history you've filled out, far more detailed than what you filled out at the doctor's, and the chart.
After a lengthy period of scrutiny, she beckons you to look at the chart.
"From the history you've given, you've suffered for years from dysmenhorrea and irregular menses and looking at your charts, ovulation's coming in too late."
"Late for what?" you ask stupidly whilst attempting to picture an irregular yet long-serving Prime Minister.
"Successful fertilization. What it means is that by the time your eggs come out of the follicle they're too old so they're not going to make a good embryo."
"That's it?"
"From what I can see, yes. And it's a common problem. Your irregularity and dysmenhorrea's never been treated."
"C-can you actually treat it?"
"Of course - there's a herbal formula for most things."
You can't believe it - suddenly you've gone from having unexplained infertility to having unpronounceable and unspellable infertility. You feel like rejoicing. You share this with the naturopath.
"Ahh, that's where we need to speak of diet...no alcohol is part of it. And no caffeine and you must have blahblahblah vegetable proteins blahblahblah fish oil blahblah.."
You're barely listening you're so happy. The whole things is like an epiphany and you find yourself humming Louis Armstrong's 'What a Wonderful World.'
The naturopath interrupts the bit about 'I see babies cry and watch them grow' to tell you that your partner must also follow the strict pre-conception diet. This will not go down well but at this point you're too joyful to care. Your partner's still in the middle stages of recovery from the stress of ejaculating into a small jar so to have to take on further challenges at this stage will be an enormous ask.
The naturopath takes leave to mix your batch of herbs - you are pleased to note they are individually tailored to your needs and not from a large imported vat that hails from a country where people are paid a dollar a day for their labour. Especially when you, the consumer, pay fifty dollars.
The herbs leave a bitter taste in your mouth but nothing that can't be eradicated with the insertion of a peppermint.
When all is said and done, the herbs, you find, are easy to swallow.
By Jodi Panayotov, author of 'In Vitro Fertility Goddess' a non-fiction book abhout her fertility-obsessed absurd journey to motherhood.
The book has been described as "Australia's answer to Bridget Jones" by ABC Radio National Breakfast Presenter Fran Kelly.
To read more articles by the author or to buy the book go to http://invitrofertilitygoddess.com
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Why Perfume Became So Popular?
By Roberto Sedycias
This is a question asked my many of us who are allergic to strong perfume fragrances. Perhaps the belief that perfume acts as an aphrodisiac holds its own to other more practical reasons to use these aromas.
Historically, perfume can be traced to the early Egyptians who mixed smoldering resins and woods and used them in their religious ceremonies. It was believed that perfumes were pleasing to the gods and would earn them better places in the next world. These deeply spiritual people were so concerned about keeping the gods pleased that containers of various perfumes were placed throughout the burial site. Some sources indicate that similar perfumes were used in. Evidence as to the strength of the perfume used was first experienced when the tomb of King Tutankhamen was open and the fragrance wafted through the open door. The fragrance was present for over 3,000 years!
In more contemporary times, a story is told of Napoleon, Emperor of France, who sent a letter to his lover Josephine telling her that he was returning home from battle within the week and directing her to not bathe until they had seen one another. Rarely are we ready to be in the same room with someone who has not bathed for several days so what was behind Napoleon`s letter?
Those who research human interaction, have discovered some unusual information regarding particular scents. It is believed that some of us have our appetites triggered by specific odors. Interestingly, our `fragrance center` is located in the same area of our brains with the arising of emotions. Perhaps this explains some specific actions such as an adult smelling a certain aroma and that triggering an emotion from his/her childhood.
Moving forward in history, we find the use of perfumes in the lavish Roman baths. Here, the bathers often applied perfume two or three times a day! Pets (dogs, horses) were often perfumed and during certain festivals, birds were released from their cages in order to spray them with perfume. Most of us would have stopped perfuming with dogs and horses, but not the Romans. They also liberally applied perfume to furniture, accent pieces and other household items. Of much interest is the evidence that servants wore different scents from non servants.
Most sources of information regarding perfume, note that the perfume container has always indicated the pleasantness or desirability of a particular scent or type of perfume. My own research has found fairly simple perfume containers many with near astronomical prices.
Perhaps the most significant information for consumers is that scents do not smell the same on all people. Because we each have scents of our own, some perfumes will react negatively and the desired effect of the perfume negated. It is important to test a scent before investing $50-hundreds of dollars in a small bottle!
Not all perfumes are alike. They have been identified as such: Perfume, which is the strongest and has the longest lasting aroma; Eau de Perfume, which is used to layer in preparation of the body for perfume; Eau de Toillett, much less concentrated that the others and is reported to smell much better than it would seem to indicate; Cologne, is the lightest fragrance and only lasts for a brief time.
Correct application of the perfume is also essential in conveying the desired scent. Perfume should be applied to pulse points such as the wrist, the inner elbow, neck, and behind the ears. These spots also provide heat necessary for the dissemination of the aroma.
Lastly, it is suggested that perfumes be applied following a shower and that they be applied directly to the skin and not to clothing. The advice to spray perfume into the air and to walk through the droplets has been found to be a myth.
This article can also be accessed from page Perfume
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for PoloMercantil
This is a question asked my many of us who are allergic to strong perfume fragrances. Perhaps the belief that perfume acts as an aphrodisiac holds its own to other more practical reasons to use these aromas.
Historically, perfume can be traced to the early Egyptians who mixed smoldering resins and woods and used them in their religious ceremonies. It was believed that perfumes were pleasing to the gods and would earn them better places in the next world. These deeply spiritual people were so concerned about keeping the gods pleased that containers of various perfumes were placed throughout the burial site. Some sources indicate that similar perfumes were used in. Evidence as to the strength of the perfume used was first experienced when the tomb of King Tutankhamen was open and the fragrance wafted through the open door. The fragrance was present for over 3,000 years!
In more contemporary times, a story is told of Napoleon, Emperor of France, who sent a letter to his lover Josephine telling her that he was returning home from battle within the week and directing her to not bathe until they had seen one another. Rarely are we ready to be in the same room with someone who has not bathed for several days so what was behind Napoleon`s letter?
Those who research human interaction, have discovered some unusual information regarding particular scents. It is believed that some of us have our appetites triggered by specific odors. Interestingly, our `fragrance center` is located in the same area of our brains with the arising of emotions. Perhaps this explains some specific actions such as an adult smelling a certain aroma and that triggering an emotion from his/her childhood.
Moving forward in history, we find the use of perfumes in the lavish Roman baths. Here, the bathers often applied perfume two or three times a day! Pets (dogs, horses) were often perfumed and during certain festivals, birds were released from their cages in order to spray them with perfume. Most of us would have stopped perfuming with dogs and horses, but not the Romans. They also liberally applied perfume to furniture, accent pieces and other household items. Of much interest is the evidence that servants wore different scents from non servants.
Most sources of information regarding perfume, note that the perfume container has always indicated the pleasantness or desirability of a particular scent or type of perfume. My own research has found fairly simple perfume containers many with near astronomical prices.
Perhaps the most significant information for consumers is that scents do not smell the same on all people. Because we each have scents of our own, some perfumes will react negatively and the desired effect of the perfume negated. It is important to test a scent before investing $50-hundreds of dollars in a small bottle!
Not all perfumes are alike. They have been identified as such: Perfume, which is the strongest and has the longest lasting aroma; Eau de Perfume, which is used to layer in preparation of the body for perfume; Eau de Toillett, much less concentrated that the others and is reported to smell much better than it would seem to indicate; Cologne, is the lightest fragrance and only lasts for a brief time.
Correct application of the perfume is also essential in conveying the desired scent. Perfume should be applied to pulse points such as the wrist, the inner elbow, neck, and behind the ears. These spots also provide heat necessary for the dissemination of the aroma.
Lastly, it is suggested that perfumes be applied following a shower and that they be applied directly to the skin and not to clothing. The advice to spray perfume into the air and to walk through the droplets has been found to be a myth.
This article can also be accessed from page Perfume
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for PoloMercantil
Sunday, November 25, 2007
The Spokesperson of the Fashion Industry
By Asif Wasim
Elle is a magazine that stays on the leading edge of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends. This women's magazine is published in 32 countries by Hachette Filipacchi Magazines (a French Company). Elle Magazine has become the world's leading fashion magazine for every woman in today's society. This magazine features fashion and beauty trends, lifestyles and personalities. Elle addresses new styles and runway trends in today's fashion and beauty world. Elle also includes controversial issues in contemporary society to inform their subscribers of emerging talent across all areas of popular culture.Elle magazine features runway shows and great articles for readers with sophistication. Covers cuisine and personalities and also gives you tips on travel plus guides to finding the best fashion and beauty styles to suit you. Elle brings the superstar look to the average lady and allows you to find your most beautiful self at any age. The first new fashion and style magazine.
Ablaze with bold color, fresh looks, new ideas. Its what style setting women prefer to read. For a fashion magazine Elle is definitely one of the ones that includes a few real articles here and there, vs. your typical mindless fashion mag. Also, the fashion shots are artistic and creative. I would recommend Elle over many other fashion magazines. It's tasteful and doesn't contain crude sexual insight, but is entertaining and semi-factual. Article subjects differ and are constantly of interest. Elle has a memorable article in every other issue including interesting fashion and beauty tips. Elle is for affluent successful young women desiring couture fashion, beauty and fitness advice. Editorials are well written and entertaining. Elle provides what you expect from a fashion magazine - and more - catering to the fashionable, smart, sophisticated, woman interested in more than just fashion.Elle unlike other magazines, does a great job at keeping things simple.
It boasts only four sections - On The Cover, Fashion, Features and Beauty and Fitness. A big thumbs up from me on this aspect. I hate it when a magazine creates 12 categories for things that can be lumped into a couple. If you're a female between the ages of 16 and 40, then the advertisements might be of interest to you. Products include make-up (Clinique, Estee Lauder, L'Oreal, Maybelline); clothing (Ann Taylor, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger); jewelry (Swatch, Piaget, Fendi); and perfume (Giorgio Armani, Dior). Nothing original - I'm sure the same ads are appearing in all of the other fashion magazines.Discover everything you need to find the look you love. From cutting-edge runway trends to stylish steals and must-have accessories, ELLE Magazine helps you create your kind of chic. Every issue is full of expert tips and secrets on hair, skin, make-up, health and fitness to keep you glowing. Elle sits somewhere between Vogue, Allure, and Marie Claire, without Vogue's coldness or narcissistic qualities, and Allure's sometimes vapid and repetitive articles about make-up trends, and with articles that are a bit more intelligent at times than Marie Claire's.
I like the fact that Elle also features an "Eco" or "Green" issue that supports and gives recognition to organic cosmetics, etc.To conclude my article i would have to say, is this brain surgery? No. Is this the best magazine ever published? No. But if you like female, fashion magazines that are thick on advertisements and have an article or two that appeal to you, pick Elle up, you won't be disappointed.
For more information about the author, Elle Magazine and subscriptions visit http://www.magazinearena.com
Elle is a magazine that stays on the leading edge of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends. This women's magazine is published in 32 countries by Hachette Filipacchi Magazines (a French Company). Elle Magazine has become the world's leading fashion magazine for every woman in today's society. This magazine features fashion and beauty trends, lifestyles and personalities. Elle addresses new styles and runway trends in today's fashion and beauty world. Elle also includes controversial issues in contemporary society to inform their subscribers of emerging talent across all areas of popular culture.Elle magazine features runway shows and great articles for readers with sophistication. Covers cuisine and personalities and also gives you tips on travel plus guides to finding the best fashion and beauty styles to suit you. Elle brings the superstar look to the average lady and allows you to find your most beautiful self at any age. The first new fashion and style magazine.
Ablaze with bold color, fresh looks, new ideas. Its what style setting women prefer to read. For a fashion magazine Elle is definitely one of the ones that includes a few real articles here and there, vs. your typical mindless fashion mag. Also, the fashion shots are artistic and creative. I would recommend Elle over many other fashion magazines. It's tasteful and doesn't contain crude sexual insight, but is entertaining and semi-factual. Article subjects differ and are constantly of interest. Elle has a memorable article in every other issue including interesting fashion and beauty tips. Elle is for affluent successful young women desiring couture fashion, beauty and fitness advice. Editorials are well written and entertaining. Elle provides what you expect from a fashion magazine - and more - catering to the fashionable, smart, sophisticated, woman interested in more than just fashion.Elle unlike other magazines, does a great job at keeping things simple.
It boasts only four sections - On The Cover, Fashion, Features and Beauty and Fitness. A big thumbs up from me on this aspect. I hate it when a magazine creates 12 categories for things that can be lumped into a couple. If you're a female between the ages of 16 and 40, then the advertisements might be of interest to you. Products include make-up (Clinique, Estee Lauder, L'Oreal, Maybelline); clothing (Ann Taylor, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger); jewelry (Swatch, Piaget, Fendi); and perfume (Giorgio Armani, Dior). Nothing original - I'm sure the same ads are appearing in all of the other fashion magazines.Discover everything you need to find the look you love. From cutting-edge runway trends to stylish steals and must-have accessories, ELLE Magazine helps you create your kind of chic. Every issue is full of expert tips and secrets on hair, skin, make-up, health and fitness to keep you glowing. Elle sits somewhere between Vogue, Allure, and Marie Claire, without Vogue's coldness or narcissistic qualities, and Allure's sometimes vapid and repetitive articles about make-up trends, and with articles that are a bit more intelligent at times than Marie Claire's.
I like the fact that Elle also features an "Eco" or "Green" issue that supports and gives recognition to organic cosmetics, etc.To conclude my article i would have to say, is this brain surgery? No. Is this the best magazine ever published? No. But if you like female, fashion magazines that are thick on advertisements and have an article or two that appeal to you, pick Elle up, you won't be disappointed.
For more information about the author, Elle Magazine and subscriptions visit http://www.magazinearena.com
Friday, November 23, 2007
Challenges of a Single Mother
By Cheryl Sanchez
Single mother's face numerous challenges. Career, child care and even dating are among them. In order for a single mother to have a career that pays decent money, more often than not, it involves specialized training and overtime. This in turn produces a whole host of problems that must be addressed.
Child care is the most important of these factors. Especially with all the horror stories you here now days. If a single mother does not have a family member that can help out in this respect she must filter through for child care providers. This is a tough job.
Four critical factors that should be checked when searching for providers are; verifiable references, ratio of children under care, ability to talk personally to current provider clients, and cost.
First, an overview of your cities home page can often provide the necessary information, which can easily be verified through the site.
Second, there are state laws that mandate how many children can be provided for under one adult's supervision. Check with local laws for this information.
Third, if the provider cannot arrange for you to speak personally with at least two of their current clients, then look elsewhere.
Fourth, is the cost. Though money is normally tight for a single mother, this factor should have the least importance. Quality care is not cheap.
Employment and career choices are another challenge for single mothers. Even though most employers state that they do not discriminate, it is often a giant red flag when an applicant is a single mother. The employer often assumes the hiring of a single mother can adversely affect the company.
Examples: loss of time on the job from problems with child care. Calls received during working hours. Loss of concentration on the job when the child is ill and sick days taken when child cannot go to child care providers. Even pestering fellow employee's with school fund raising programs is a concern with employers.
The single mother, without knowing it, has the deck stacked against her, even before the interview. I feel that employers miss the fact that single mothers are the most dedicated, loyal and hardworking individuals in the work force today.
Another challenge that single mothers face is dating. Besides overcoming the problem of finding a significant other, the child or children will, no doubt, make this aspect of a single mother's life, very hard.
A single mother needs to be very careful on the dating scene. She needs to keep in mind, not only her own safety, but the safety of her child or children. There are some real sick puppies out there. Also, the single mother must find someone who is not put off by her "baggage". Men often refer to a single mother as having "baggage". They are interested in free and easy fun, not a ready made family.
If a single mother does manage to find someone who does not shy away from her "baggage" then after a certain length of time, she must consider introducing her child or children. This is a critical moment for the single mother. It can make or break a relationship. Even though he is aware that you have a child or children, seeing is believing.
Will they hit it off? Will your child or children be on their best behavior? Was this a good decision? The single mother also has to recognize that, even if the initial meeting went well, now is not the time to relax. The future will pose more obstacles and stress that she will need to deal with. But there is always hope on the horizon. After all, there is no other individual among us that is as strong and deserving of happiness as is the single mother. Did I mention, I'm a single mother.
Struggling Newbie in the affiliate world....passionate about writing....single mother who now and then escapes to the land of calgon. Recently put up my own site at http://www.cher-lynnesplace.com
Check it out if you have the time. Meanwhile I will just continue with my absent minded ramblings...
Single mother's face numerous challenges. Career, child care and even dating are among them. In order for a single mother to have a career that pays decent money, more often than not, it involves specialized training and overtime. This in turn produces a whole host of problems that must be addressed.
Child care is the most important of these factors. Especially with all the horror stories you here now days. If a single mother does not have a family member that can help out in this respect she must filter through for child care providers. This is a tough job.
Four critical factors that should be checked when searching for providers are; verifiable references, ratio of children under care, ability to talk personally to current provider clients, and cost.
First, an overview of your cities home page can often provide the necessary information, which can easily be verified through the site.
Second, there are state laws that mandate how many children can be provided for under one adult's supervision. Check with local laws for this information.
Third, if the provider cannot arrange for you to speak personally with at least two of their current clients, then look elsewhere.
Fourth, is the cost. Though money is normally tight for a single mother, this factor should have the least importance. Quality care is not cheap.
Employment and career choices are another challenge for single mothers. Even though most employers state that they do not discriminate, it is often a giant red flag when an applicant is a single mother. The employer often assumes the hiring of a single mother can adversely affect the company.
Examples: loss of time on the job from problems with child care. Calls received during working hours. Loss of concentration on the job when the child is ill and sick days taken when child cannot go to child care providers. Even pestering fellow employee's with school fund raising programs is a concern with employers.
The single mother, without knowing it, has the deck stacked against her, even before the interview. I feel that employers miss the fact that single mothers are the most dedicated, loyal and hardworking individuals in the work force today.
Another challenge that single mothers face is dating. Besides overcoming the problem of finding a significant other, the child or children will, no doubt, make this aspect of a single mother's life, very hard.
A single mother needs to be very careful on the dating scene. She needs to keep in mind, not only her own safety, but the safety of her child or children. There are some real sick puppies out there. Also, the single mother must find someone who is not put off by her "baggage". Men often refer to a single mother as having "baggage". They are interested in free and easy fun, not a ready made family.
If a single mother does manage to find someone who does not shy away from her "baggage" then after a certain length of time, she must consider introducing her child or children. This is a critical moment for the single mother. It can make or break a relationship. Even though he is aware that you have a child or children, seeing is believing.
Will they hit it off? Will your child or children be on their best behavior? Was this a good decision? The single mother also has to recognize that, even if the initial meeting went well, now is not the time to relax. The future will pose more obstacles and stress that she will need to deal with. But there is always hope on the horizon. After all, there is no other individual among us that is as strong and deserving of happiness as is the single mother. Did I mention, I'm a single mother.
Struggling Newbie in the affiliate world....passionate about writing....single mother who now and then escapes to the land of calgon. Recently put up my own site at http://www.cher-lynnesplace.com
Check it out if you have the time. Meanwhile I will just continue with my absent minded ramblings...
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year Travelling Jewelry Wardrobe
By Janice Wee
Are you staying over at your parent's place for Thanksgiving?
Will you be attending one party after another during the holiday season?
Are you going away on a vacation?
Don't forget to bring along your jewelry wardrobe. If you are space-challenged, you might even be able to pack your entire jewelry wardrobe into a pillbox.
Get yourself cubic zirconia diamond and gemstone earrings. These are all the accessories you need to carry along with you for your travelling wardrobe.
For one thing, earrings set in sparkling gemstones enhance a woman's appearance instantly. As the light from the gemstones are reflected on the wearer's face, her skin looks more radiant and her eyes light up. Somehow diamond earrings are able to bring out a woman's innate beauty.
The best thing about earrings is that you can fit several pairs of earrings into a tiny coin purse or even a pillbox if you are talking about those tiny stud earrings. Larger chandelier earrings or shoulder dusters should fit nicely into a waist pouch or a coin purse or any spare space in your suitcase or even a CD wallet. In any case, you would be able to carry an entire jewelry wardrobe wherever you go.
Bring along diamond stud earrings for the day, larger clip on earrings (no dangles as these are distracting) for the office, hoops for glamour and shoulder dusters or chandelier earrings for red carpet moments when you want to look amazing.
Switch earrings when you go from day to night. Gorgeous drop earrings are wonderful for a romantic date, and chandelier earrings are for times when you are dressed to kill.
There is a major disadvantage with bringing around diamonds or precious gemstones with you when you travel. For one thing. you could get robbed. Or you might lose an expensive diamond earring while you are dancing, or moving from one place to another. That might mean hundreds or even thousands of dollars down the drain.
For women on the go, your best bet would be something that looks like diamonds and rubies and precious gemstones, but costs very little in comparison. I'm talking about costume jewelry. Unlike tacky costume jewelry centuries ago, today's imitation diamonds look so much like the real thing that you may need special instruments to tell the difference. The very affordable cubic zirconia is often used in place of diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds in the best costume jewelry that may be made of precious silver. You can even get a look-alike pair inspired by what your favourite Hollywood starlet wore to the oscars, or which your favourite celeb wore to the Grammys. You can even get jewelry inspired by Bulgari and other prohibitively expensive fine jewelry store. These cz earrings are jewels you can wear freely when you travel.
With cubic zirconia earrings, you can afford to collect a complete jewelry wardrobe. Pick earrings in colors you normally wear to match your clothes. These should be colors that flatter you.
Also get earrings that are white and colorless (think diamonds) as these would go with all your outfits.
Take into account your size.
If you are big, go for chunky jewelry. Few women can carry them off with panache and you are one of these lucky few. These are the earrings you can wear:
1. Large clip on earrings or button earrings.
2. Chandelier earrings
3. Shoulder Duster earrings
4. Stunning earrings with large drops
5. Large, chunky hoop earrings.
If you are petite, go for dainty earrings. Tiny studs wouldn't get lost on you as they might on your larger friends. Wear earrings that look wonderful on you but odd on them.
1. Tiny stud earrings
2. Delicate filigree earrings
3. Small drop earrings
4. Single stone ear studs
5. Dainty dangling earrings
You earring wardrobe can transform any outfit you wear.
Wearing a little black dress?
You can change your look by switching the accessories.
For a fancy dinner, try that LBD with a pair of shoulder dusters and a pair of metallic stilletto sandals. Style your hair in an updo and let a few tendrils loose.
For a romantic dinner, wear that black dress with demure drop earrings and mary janes. Tuck your hair behind your ears.
For a business presentation, wear that dress with a power jacket and clip on earrings or button earrings and a pair of black pumps.
For a sexy date, wear hoop earrings with your little black dress and a pair of Manilo Blahniks.
Get the picture?
Back home, you can organize your entire collection in a pretty jewelry box or a comparmentalized box meant for fish bait. Whichever suits your needs for your jewelry collection.
Get a few little black dresses and pair them with versatile diamond cubic zirconia earrings. You can compare prices of cubic zirconia jewelry
at http://www.cheapestsale.com/jewelry/CZ.html
Are you staying over at your parent's place for Thanksgiving?
Will you be attending one party after another during the holiday season?
Are you going away on a vacation?
Don't forget to bring along your jewelry wardrobe. If you are space-challenged, you might even be able to pack your entire jewelry wardrobe into a pillbox.
Get yourself cubic zirconia diamond and gemstone earrings. These are all the accessories you need to carry along with you for your travelling wardrobe.
For one thing, earrings set in sparkling gemstones enhance a woman's appearance instantly. As the light from the gemstones are reflected on the wearer's face, her skin looks more radiant and her eyes light up. Somehow diamond earrings are able to bring out a woman's innate beauty.
The best thing about earrings is that you can fit several pairs of earrings into a tiny coin purse or even a pillbox if you are talking about those tiny stud earrings. Larger chandelier earrings or shoulder dusters should fit nicely into a waist pouch or a coin purse or any spare space in your suitcase or even a CD wallet. In any case, you would be able to carry an entire jewelry wardrobe wherever you go.
Bring along diamond stud earrings for the day, larger clip on earrings (no dangles as these are distracting) for the office, hoops for glamour and shoulder dusters or chandelier earrings for red carpet moments when you want to look amazing.
Switch earrings when you go from day to night. Gorgeous drop earrings are wonderful for a romantic date, and chandelier earrings are for times when you are dressed to kill.
There is a major disadvantage with bringing around diamonds or precious gemstones with you when you travel. For one thing. you could get robbed. Or you might lose an expensive diamond earring while you are dancing, or moving from one place to another. That might mean hundreds or even thousands of dollars down the drain.
For women on the go, your best bet would be something that looks like diamonds and rubies and precious gemstones, but costs very little in comparison. I'm talking about costume jewelry. Unlike tacky costume jewelry centuries ago, today's imitation diamonds look so much like the real thing that you may need special instruments to tell the difference. The very affordable cubic zirconia is often used in place of diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds in the best costume jewelry that may be made of precious silver. You can even get a look-alike pair inspired by what your favourite Hollywood starlet wore to the oscars, or which your favourite celeb wore to the Grammys. You can even get jewelry inspired by Bulgari and other prohibitively expensive fine jewelry store. These cz earrings are jewels you can wear freely when you travel.
With cubic zirconia earrings, you can afford to collect a complete jewelry wardrobe. Pick earrings in colors you normally wear to match your clothes. These should be colors that flatter you.
Also get earrings that are white and colorless (think diamonds) as these would go with all your outfits.
Take into account your size.
If you are big, go for chunky jewelry. Few women can carry them off with panache and you are one of these lucky few. These are the earrings you can wear:
1. Large clip on earrings or button earrings.
2. Chandelier earrings
3. Shoulder Duster earrings
4. Stunning earrings with large drops
5. Large, chunky hoop earrings.
If you are petite, go for dainty earrings. Tiny studs wouldn't get lost on you as they might on your larger friends. Wear earrings that look wonderful on you but odd on them.
1. Tiny stud earrings
2. Delicate filigree earrings
3. Small drop earrings
4. Single stone ear studs
5. Dainty dangling earrings
You earring wardrobe can transform any outfit you wear.
Wearing a little black dress?
You can change your look by switching the accessories.
For a fancy dinner, try that LBD with a pair of shoulder dusters and a pair of metallic stilletto sandals. Style your hair in an updo and let a few tendrils loose.
For a romantic dinner, wear that black dress with demure drop earrings and mary janes. Tuck your hair behind your ears.
For a business presentation, wear that dress with a power jacket and clip on earrings or button earrings and a pair of black pumps.
For a sexy date, wear hoop earrings with your little black dress and a pair of Manilo Blahniks.
Get the picture?
Back home, you can organize your entire collection in a pretty jewelry box or a comparmentalized box meant for fish bait. Whichever suits your needs for your jewelry collection.
Get a few little black dresses and pair them with versatile diamond cubic zirconia earrings. You can compare prices of cubic zirconia jewelry
at http://www.cheapestsale.com/jewelry/CZ.html
Monday, November 19, 2007
Breaking Through the Glass Ceiling And Parting the Gender Curtain - A Quiz for Success-Minded Women
By D. Dutton
Corporate America's infamous glass ceiling is REAL. So what should all women in business know as they survey and strategically crash through that glass barrier toward the positions and salaries they deserve? Why does the centuries-strong Gender Curtain that still awaits become tougher to part the higher you go?
Whether you're a woman vying for an executive promotion, a CEO position, a board seat or the Oval Office itself, you'll want to discover how the glass ceiling and the gender curtain -- along with your appearance, your mindset and even words you use -- could be affecting your career success. Take this mini quiz!
***Where Do You Stand on The Ladder to Success?***
1. How would you respond if you disagree with a decision your boss makes?
a. Yes sir! I always agree with The Boss.
b. Understood, but please evaluate these points and reconsider your decision.
c. Hell with you! I disagree!
d. It's best to never question a decision by the boss, even if I don't agree.
2. Your choice: new title/position with your current company, 10% pay increase, same boss, no real change in authority... OR new job elsewhere, 5% pay increase, new title, lots of input on developing a new program.
a. Take the 10% raise. It's about the money!
b. Take the promotion because you might make a difference later.
c. Take the new job. Advance!
d. Discuss the promotion with your boss, explaining the need to gain real authority with any promotion.
3. Who's really in control?
a. I AM! I always evaluate how I can make my points, the same way a man would, so the CEO can accept my advice without feeling like he's "listening to Mommy!"
b. That MALE PEER! He's always getting away with making mistakes.
c. MY BOSS! He never listens, so I stopped talking, stopped participating I'm hurt because he won't take me seriously.
4. What to wear?
a. The Latest Fashion, short sassy skirts, hug-the-hips, fitted t-shirts, short jackets.
b. Fashion Plus Professional. Business clothes, fitted skirts and pantsuits, worn with nice button-down shirt buttoned to hide cleavage.
c. Comfort. Oversize skirt, big, bulky sweater, natural fabrics. I'm against corporate judgments.
d. Whatever's in the closet. People should appreciate my mind, not my clothes.
5. You're a seasoned speaker and know your topic. What are the most important things to remember before you make the big presentation to a large group of your peers and senior members of your industry?
a. Solidly know your material, but have notes, even if you think you can wing it.
b. Test your speaking and presenting equipment before the speech. No microphone or projector failures allowed!
c. Speak clearly and loudly to be heard. Speaking softly will bore the audience.
d. All of the above. A good presenter is always prepared.
Points-per-answer:
Question 1 (a 3; b 10; c 2; d 5)
Question 2 (a 2; b 3; c 10; d 5)
Question 3 (a 10; b 2; c 3)
Question 4 (a 0; b 10; c 2; d 5)
Question 5 (a 5; b 5; c 5; d 10)
37-50 total -- Wow! Glass is breaking all around you! You're ready to go all-the-way.
23-36 -- There's room to improve. Continue to work on your interpersonal skills and self-confidence.
8-22 -- Corporate America may not be your passion. You might consider taking your creative side in another direction.
Accomplished career expert Diane Dutton is a popular author, speaker, and sought-after interview guest. Her critically-acclaimed book is A WOMAN'S LADDER TO SUCCESS IS PAVED WITH BROKEN GLASS CEILINGS. Sign-up for her free newsletter, take her full quiz or learn more about her programs/advice at http://www.businesswomenspeak.com
Corporate America's infamous glass ceiling is REAL. So what should all women in business know as they survey and strategically crash through that glass barrier toward the positions and salaries they deserve? Why does the centuries-strong Gender Curtain that still awaits become tougher to part the higher you go?
Whether you're a woman vying for an executive promotion, a CEO position, a board seat or the Oval Office itself, you'll want to discover how the glass ceiling and the gender curtain -- along with your appearance, your mindset and even words you use -- could be affecting your career success. Take this mini quiz!
***Where Do You Stand on The Ladder to Success?***
1. How would you respond if you disagree with a decision your boss makes?
a. Yes sir! I always agree with The Boss.
b. Understood, but please evaluate these points and reconsider your decision.
c. Hell with you! I disagree!
d. It's best to never question a decision by the boss, even if I don't agree.
2. Your choice: new title/position with your current company, 10% pay increase, same boss, no real change in authority... OR new job elsewhere, 5% pay increase, new title, lots of input on developing a new program.
a. Take the 10% raise. It's about the money!
b. Take the promotion because you might make a difference later.
c. Take the new job. Advance!
d. Discuss the promotion with your boss, explaining the need to gain real authority with any promotion.
3. Who's really in control?
a. I AM! I always evaluate how I can make my points, the same way a man would, so the CEO can accept my advice without feeling like he's "listening to Mommy!"
b. That MALE PEER! He's always getting away with making mistakes.
c. MY BOSS! He never listens, so I stopped talking, stopped participating I'm hurt because he won't take me seriously.
4. What to wear?
a. The Latest Fashion, short sassy skirts, hug-the-hips, fitted t-shirts, short jackets.
b. Fashion Plus Professional. Business clothes, fitted skirts and pantsuits, worn with nice button-down shirt buttoned to hide cleavage.
c. Comfort. Oversize skirt, big, bulky sweater, natural fabrics. I'm against corporate judgments.
d. Whatever's in the closet. People should appreciate my mind, not my clothes.
5. You're a seasoned speaker and know your topic. What are the most important things to remember before you make the big presentation to a large group of your peers and senior members of your industry?
a. Solidly know your material, but have notes, even if you think you can wing it.
b. Test your speaking and presenting equipment before the speech. No microphone or projector failures allowed!
c. Speak clearly and loudly to be heard. Speaking softly will bore the audience.
d. All of the above. A good presenter is always prepared.
Points-per-answer:
Question 1 (a 3; b 10; c 2; d 5)
Question 2 (a 2; b 3; c 10; d 5)
Question 3 (a 10; b 2; c 3)
Question 4 (a 0; b 10; c 2; d 5)
Question 5 (a 5; b 5; c 5; d 10)
37-50 total -- Wow! Glass is breaking all around you! You're ready to go all-the-way.
23-36 -- There's room to improve. Continue to work on your interpersonal skills and self-confidence.
8-22 -- Corporate America may not be your passion. You might consider taking your creative side in another direction.
Accomplished career expert Diane Dutton is a popular author, speaker, and sought-after interview guest. Her critically-acclaimed book is A WOMAN'S LADDER TO SUCCESS IS PAVED WITH BROKEN GLASS CEILINGS. Sign-up for her free newsletter, take her full quiz or learn more about her programs/advice at http://www.businesswomenspeak.com
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Where to Find Discount Womens Perfume?
By Mark Robert
It is easy if you know where to look for the best deals. Once you know these secrets and with a little bit of time and effort, you may find different discount womens perfume that goes for a hundred dollars per ounce at a discounted price. Also note that since you buy the perfume at a discount, it doesn't mean it isn't any good.
Following are some of the secrets of buying discount womens perfume
Know When to Shop
They say timing is everything. If you shop at the right times during the year, you can find amazing discount women's perfume. After holidays, such as Christmas, Mother's Day, and Valentine's Day try at your local stores.
These stores should be having left-over perfumes packaged in holiday boxes. When holidays are over, the packaging is no good. Many stores will deeply discount womens perfume that is packaged for the holidays.
What if the store did not advertise for a sale for perfume?
If your store does not have an advertised sale you can ask discount for purchasing holiday leftovers. After holidays, the buyers are the boss. You are really helping the store to get rid of their old items in stock.
Stay on top of the newest trends in perfume
If you can stay on top of the newest trends from your favorite perfume manufacturer, you may also stumble upon some amazing women's perfume discounts. If you know that your favorite perfume maker is about to introduce a new line or even a newly shaped bottle, you can score huge discounts on the old styles. Most stores are happy to sell the old line at a mark down to make room for the new products they are receiving.
Ask
This is one of the simplest and greatest secret. ASK. If you feel you cannot stay on top of the newest trends in perfume, then do this. Ask the store clerk if they have old line of your favorite manufacturer's brand and if they can sell it to you at a discounted rate.
Know What to Ask For
Goto your local stores that sells perfume. Many stores sell the test bottles when they get to be about half full. Often you can buy your favorite fragrances at a fraction of the cost of a new bottle.
If you want to wear extremely expensive cologne but just can't afford it, ask the cosmetics clerk to sell you the sample bottle. You might end up paying ten dollars for an ounce of perfume that costs one hundred dollars for a two ounce bottle.
Buy Gift Baskets Instead Of Just Buying a Bottle
Another great way to find discount women's perfume is to buy gift baskets instead of just buying a bottle of your favorite scent. Often you will get other cosmetics such as soaps, lotions, powders, essential oils, or even several sizes of your favorite perfume in one basket for a fraction of what it would cost to buy the items all separately.
What to do with the gift items that you won't use?
Don't worry if the gift basket contains items you won't use. You can take those items and save money by giving them away as gifts. You can even take one gift basket and rewrap the contents to make gifts for two different friends or family members.
For more perfume related information visit http://www.coolniceperfume.com
Mark Robert's perfume site is Cool Nice Perfume And Beauty Tips blog is Queen Care
It is easy if you know where to look for the best deals. Once you know these secrets and with a little bit of time and effort, you may find different discount womens perfume that goes for a hundred dollars per ounce at a discounted price. Also note that since you buy the perfume at a discount, it doesn't mean it isn't any good.
Following are some of the secrets of buying discount womens perfume
Know When to Shop
They say timing is everything. If you shop at the right times during the year, you can find amazing discount women's perfume. After holidays, such as Christmas, Mother's Day, and Valentine's Day try at your local stores.
These stores should be having left-over perfumes packaged in holiday boxes. When holidays are over, the packaging is no good. Many stores will deeply discount womens perfume that is packaged for the holidays.
What if the store did not advertise for a sale for perfume?
If your store does not have an advertised sale you can ask discount for purchasing holiday leftovers. After holidays, the buyers are the boss. You are really helping the store to get rid of their old items in stock.
Stay on top of the newest trends in perfume
If you can stay on top of the newest trends from your favorite perfume manufacturer, you may also stumble upon some amazing women's perfume discounts. If you know that your favorite perfume maker is about to introduce a new line or even a newly shaped bottle, you can score huge discounts on the old styles. Most stores are happy to sell the old line at a mark down to make room for the new products they are receiving.
Ask
This is one of the simplest and greatest secret. ASK. If you feel you cannot stay on top of the newest trends in perfume, then do this. Ask the store clerk if they have old line of your favorite manufacturer's brand and if they can sell it to you at a discounted rate.
Know What to Ask For
Goto your local stores that sells perfume. Many stores sell the test bottles when they get to be about half full. Often you can buy your favorite fragrances at a fraction of the cost of a new bottle.
If you want to wear extremely expensive cologne but just can't afford it, ask the cosmetics clerk to sell you the sample bottle. You might end up paying ten dollars for an ounce of perfume that costs one hundred dollars for a two ounce bottle.
Buy Gift Baskets Instead Of Just Buying a Bottle
Another great way to find discount women's perfume is to buy gift baskets instead of just buying a bottle of your favorite scent. Often you will get other cosmetics such as soaps, lotions, powders, essential oils, or even several sizes of your favorite perfume in one basket for a fraction of what it would cost to buy the items all separately.
What to do with the gift items that you won't use?
Don't worry if the gift basket contains items you won't use. You can take those items and save money by giving them away as gifts. You can even take one gift basket and rewrap the contents to make gifts for two different friends or family members.
For more perfume related information visit http://www.coolniceperfume.com
Mark Robert's perfume site is Cool Nice Perfume And Beauty Tips blog is Queen Care
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Sexy Chemise - Simple But Elegant
By Amanda Cotterill
Chemises started out as protective undergarments in the Middle Ages, essentially. They were worn under dresses as long smocks, protecting the body from oils and sweat. Men and women alike wore chemises, typically as a one-piece. Chemises originated around the time of the Roman Empire and carried over into the Middle Ages as a popular choice for undergarments. Currently, people continue to wear a version the chemise, mostly as the modern T-shirt.
Today's chemises are made from a variety of materials for women. They come in all kinds of lengths. Some have fitted tops with long flowing skirts and others are short and flirty with matching panties. These loose fitting garments have lost their full sleeves in favor of thin straps and delicate styling puts the chemise at the top of the list for naughty lingerie. Among the different choices for materials are:
* Mesh: Leave something to the imagination with a sheer mesh material. Still feel like you're covered, but naughty enough for a peek here and there.
* Silk: The ultimate in pampering, silk feels so good next to your skin and men can't resist it either.
* Satin: The look and feel of silk, but much cheaper and easier to care for.
* Lace: For the ultimate in elegance and femininity, lace is a timeless classic.
* Chiffon: Light, airy, and oh-so-glamorous. Bring out the diva in yourself with sexy lingerie of chiffon.
Chemises are ideal for those women looking to explore the world of women's undergarments with a safety net. A chemise can be anything and everything in the world of seduction, from wild, tormenting flare to delicate, sensual discretion. Chemises can work to provide sexy cool to any body type and are available in virtually any price range, making them the model seduction device for today's modern woman.
If you want to add to your naughty lingerie without going broke, chemises are a quick and easy way to do it. And the best part? Chemises are comfortable enough to wear on a regular basis. Far too many women have a misconception about sexy lingerie and think that in order to look sexy they have to suffer with tight fitting garments. But chemises aren't just for wearing in the bedroom, like camisoles, there are some chemises designed as dresses. One of the best ways to enjoy sexy lingerie is to wear it simply because it makes you feel good. Everyone wants to feel beautiful, whether or not they have someone to share it with. Go ahead and treat yourself to something naughty - or nice!
Amanda Cotterill has been involved in the erotic lingerie uk market for many years. This article outlines the benefits of women wearing sexy chemises as if that needed much explaining!
Chemises started out as protective undergarments in the Middle Ages, essentially. They were worn under dresses as long smocks, protecting the body from oils and sweat. Men and women alike wore chemises, typically as a one-piece. Chemises originated around the time of the Roman Empire and carried over into the Middle Ages as a popular choice for undergarments. Currently, people continue to wear a version the chemise, mostly as the modern T-shirt.
Today's chemises are made from a variety of materials for women. They come in all kinds of lengths. Some have fitted tops with long flowing skirts and others are short and flirty with matching panties. These loose fitting garments have lost their full sleeves in favor of thin straps and delicate styling puts the chemise at the top of the list for naughty lingerie. Among the different choices for materials are:
* Mesh: Leave something to the imagination with a sheer mesh material. Still feel like you're covered, but naughty enough for a peek here and there.
* Silk: The ultimate in pampering, silk feels so good next to your skin and men can't resist it either.
* Satin: The look and feel of silk, but much cheaper and easier to care for.
* Lace: For the ultimate in elegance and femininity, lace is a timeless classic.
* Chiffon: Light, airy, and oh-so-glamorous. Bring out the diva in yourself with sexy lingerie of chiffon.
Chemises are ideal for those women looking to explore the world of women's undergarments with a safety net. A chemise can be anything and everything in the world of seduction, from wild, tormenting flare to delicate, sensual discretion. Chemises can work to provide sexy cool to any body type and are available in virtually any price range, making them the model seduction device for today's modern woman.
If you want to add to your naughty lingerie without going broke, chemises are a quick and easy way to do it. And the best part? Chemises are comfortable enough to wear on a regular basis. Far too many women have a misconception about sexy lingerie and think that in order to look sexy they have to suffer with tight fitting garments. But chemises aren't just for wearing in the bedroom, like camisoles, there are some chemises designed as dresses. One of the best ways to enjoy sexy lingerie is to wear it simply because it makes you feel good. Everyone wants to feel beautiful, whether or not they have someone to share it with. Go ahead and treat yourself to something naughty - or nice!
Amanda Cotterill has been involved in the erotic lingerie uk market for many years. This article outlines the benefits of women wearing sexy chemises as if that needed much explaining!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
How To Apply Makeup
By Janice Wee
First what are you trying to achieve with makeup?
Do you want to look naturally radiant? Like yourself, only better looking?
Or do you want Halloween style makeup where makeup is painted on like a mask to hide your features?
If it is the former, the naturally pretty look you are after, well, this article is for you.
1. Moisturizer
Apply your daily moisturizer and let your skin soak it up. Go for one with SPF15 to give you the protection you need from the aging UV rays of the sun. Spread a tissue paper over your face to blot off the excess.
2. Concealer.
Do you really need a concealer? If your dark rings are really bad, a yellow toned concealer several shades lighter than your skin tone can lighten it a little. Just apply a little, blend it very well into your skin.
3. Foundation.
Pick a liquid foundation that suits your skin type. Clinique perfectly real foundation gives you a very natural, no makeup look while Clarins True Radiance Foundation had gold pigments that makes your skin seem to light up from within.
You can use a makeup sponge, a brush or your fingers to apply your foundation.
For the heaviest coverage, use your fingers. Dot foundation on forehead, nose, cheeks and chin and spread the foundation evenly with your fingers all over your face. Blend in the foundation as thoroughly as you can to avoid that streaky finish.
For more transparent coverage, use a makeup sponge. Soak the sponge in water and squeeze out all the excess water completely. When the sponge is damp but not wet (you can't wring out a single drop of water from it anymore) dot the foundation on the sponge. Squeeze it. Then paint your face with that sponge. Blend thoroughly into your skin for a natural and not freaky finish.
For the lightest coverage possible, for that no-makeup look that still leaves your skin gorgeous, put a little foundation on the back of your hand and pick it up with a brush. Paint that makeup onto your skin with the brush from the center of your face outwards. Blend thoroughly with the clean side of the brush.
Once your foundation is perfect, a touch of mascara on your lashes to open up the eyes and a slick of lip gloss on your lips for that kissable pout would complete your look. Clarins True Radiance Foundation for a radiant glow or Clinique perfectly real makeup for a no-makeup perfectly made up look.
More makeup tips at http://www.cosmeticsonline.info/makeup.html
First what are you trying to achieve with makeup?
Do you want to look naturally radiant? Like yourself, only better looking?
Or do you want Halloween style makeup where makeup is painted on like a mask to hide your features?
If it is the former, the naturally pretty look you are after, well, this article is for you.
1. Moisturizer
Apply your daily moisturizer and let your skin soak it up. Go for one with SPF15 to give you the protection you need from the aging UV rays of the sun. Spread a tissue paper over your face to blot off the excess.
2. Concealer.
Do you really need a concealer? If your dark rings are really bad, a yellow toned concealer several shades lighter than your skin tone can lighten it a little. Just apply a little, blend it very well into your skin.
3. Foundation.
Pick a liquid foundation that suits your skin type. Clinique perfectly real foundation gives you a very natural, no makeup look while Clarins True Radiance Foundation had gold pigments that makes your skin seem to light up from within.
You can use a makeup sponge, a brush or your fingers to apply your foundation.
For the heaviest coverage, use your fingers. Dot foundation on forehead, nose, cheeks and chin and spread the foundation evenly with your fingers all over your face. Blend in the foundation as thoroughly as you can to avoid that streaky finish.
For more transparent coverage, use a makeup sponge. Soak the sponge in water and squeeze out all the excess water completely. When the sponge is damp but not wet (you can't wring out a single drop of water from it anymore) dot the foundation on the sponge. Squeeze it. Then paint your face with that sponge. Blend thoroughly into your skin for a natural and not freaky finish.
For the lightest coverage possible, for that no-makeup look that still leaves your skin gorgeous, put a little foundation on the back of your hand and pick it up with a brush. Paint that makeup onto your skin with the brush from the center of your face outwards. Blend thoroughly with the clean side of the brush.
Once your foundation is perfect, a touch of mascara on your lashes to open up the eyes and a slick of lip gloss on your lips for that kissable pout would complete your look. Clarins True Radiance Foundation for a radiant glow or Clinique perfectly real makeup for a no-makeup perfectly made up look.
More makeup tips at http://www.cosmeticsonline.info/makeup.html
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Women - This Is What Your Life Is For
By Gayle Goldwin
The following was channeled from the Golden Circle of Ascended Feminine Masters, a group of illumined Beings dedicated to helping today's Woman reclaim True Feminine Power:
Our precious daughters, Our fondest wish for you is that you enjoy your lives, that they be for you exactly what you wish them to be.
Has anyone ever told you that this is the reason you are here? That enjoying your life to the fullest is the why you came to Earth? Our beloved daughters, We tell you now, this is what your life is for.
Now how you create that Joy, whatyou think, say and do to create that happiness in your life, is up to you and your soul. We cannot, in these Messages, tell you where your individual Joy lies, for that is unique to each of you, though you may be sure We never cease whispering it to you within the sacred space of your Heart.
But this much is true for all: when you create your life out of your soul's urgings, out of the longings
of your Spirit, Joy inevitably follows. When you create your life by following the highest callings of your Heart, you will know a happiness that can never be taken from you. It is yours forever because it arises from Within and will never be dependent upon any external event.
Our precious ones, We wish to share with you here how to attain that Joy-the concrete actions, the specific steps to take to make it a reality in your life.
First, know that We love you and that you are worthy of that Love. If you could but for a moment see yourselves as We see you, you would never again doubt your courage, capabilities or value. You deserve to be happy.
Second, value your self as We value you. We know your world is busy and makes many demands upon you. Those demands can make it difficult to find the quiet time, or any time, to pay attention to your self. Some of you have even been told that it's "selfish" to not focus on others' first. But know this: every "should" you've ever heard has been spoken by someone who wanted you to do something for them-to serve them, obey them, reflect well on them, or just make life easier in some way for them. Now, We ask you, just who is being "selfish" here?
It is well to be helpful and cooperative, but never at the cost of your own life, never at the cost of not doing what you came to life to do. When your time here is complete, and you look back on your life to assess it, what other measure of success can there be but, Did I Do What I Came To Do?
Our daughters, be as compassionate, nurturing and supportive of yourself as you are with others. You came to life with a purpose. You cannot fulfill that purpose if you are doing something else. Your Joy and fulfillment lie in doing what your Heart urges you to do, not what you think you "should" or "have to" do to gain approval or peace from those who would criticize you.
Third, begin to distinguish between the Feelings that arise from your soul and the Emotions generated by the thoughts imprinted upon your mind. (Editor's note: for help with this, see the Message, "Feelings-Turn Signals From Your Soul," at WomanSpiritOracles.com.) Honor your feelings, but question your emotions. Many of the emotions that drive your choices, and thus your lives, are generated out of the fears, "shoulds," "can'ts" and "have-tos" impressed upon you in childhood.
This will take Awareness and Willingness. But if you are willing to look at your life and acknowledge how you really feel about it, revelations will follow. These revelations will lead you to your Joy. Your joy will take you to your Purpose. And your purpose is your Destiny. It is also where you are happiest, because it is where you find your Freedom. Here at last, you know that your happiness is not dependent upon another outside yourself fulfilling some artificially generated emotional need. Here, you are happy because your true feelings are honored and fulfilled from within. This is where your freedom lies and it is realized by following the calling of your Heart.
Fourth, you can speed this process along by journaling your response to these questions:
What do you like to do here? How do you like to spend your hours? What would you do if you had absolutely nothing you ever had to do? Spend some time pondering these questions. It may take a few layers to get through what you've been told to think you have to do.
What do you like to be around? What kind of people? What activities or experiences? Where do you like to be? What kind of environments? What sounds do you like to hear, or not hear? As you move through this process, you will become more and more aware of how your activities, companions and environments either energize or drain you. Honor your inner urges that move you toward some and away from others.
What do you long for? Is there a dream you've had your entire life? And does thinking of it put a soft smile on your face? Some of you may have to do a bit of analysis to go beneath the things you've been told that convinced your mind you needed this or that. But know this: your spirit needs nothing from another. You came to this world to create something or to experience something. And no one but you knows what. Now the question is: are you willing to acknowledge it?
Are you willing to serve where it is a Joy for you to serve? And only where it is a Joy to serve? Yes, We know you have many things you have to do, many hands clamoring for your services. But We tell you this: enjoy what you are doing or stop doing it. Yes, you heard correctly. Stop doing it. Go do something physical to dissipate your discordant energies until you can return to it with love. And, if your un-enjoyment of it persists, then acknowledge that truth and be willing to find a way to exit the situation gracefully, for it means that you are truly in the Wrong Place for you.
Be willing, Our daughters. Be willing to acknowledge what is true for you. Be willing to acknowledge what you came to life for. Be willing to follow your Heart's call, wherever that leads you, for it is not possible to fail when doing what you came to life to do. So succeed in what matters most. Succeed in doing what you came to do. You do that by following your Joy.
� 2007 Gayle Goldwin. Excerpted from Messages From The High Mother, a collection of channeled messages from the group of illumined Beings Who guided the creation of WomanSpirit Oracles: Wisdom of the Ancients, Solutions for Today, a modern-day divination tool of Feminine Empowerment revealing the 33 archetypes of Divine Femininity present in every Woman. The set includes 33 oracle cards and a 198-page book containing clear delineations, guided Meditations, empowering Mantras and triumphal stories of history's most compelling women-plus a keepsake storage case for both book & cards. Available at Amazon.com or www.WomanSpiritOracles.com
Visit WomanSpiritOracles.com to read more Channeled Messages, get a Free Oracle Card Reading, or download Free Tips to increase your intuition, joy and confidence.
The following was channeled from the Golden Circle of Ascended Feminine Masters, a group of illumined Beings dedicated to helping today's Woman reclaim True Feminine Power:
Our precious daughters, Our fondest wish for you is that you enjoy your lives, that they be for you exactly what you wish them to be.
Has anyone ever told you that this is the reason you are here? That enjoying your life to the fullest is the why you came to Earth? Our beloved daughters, We tell you now, this is what your life is for.
Now how you create that Joy, whatyou think, say and do to create that happiness in your life, is up to you and your soul. We cannot, in these Messages, tell you where your individual Joy lies, for that is unique to each of you, though you may be sure We never cease whispering it to you within the sacred space of your Heart.
But this much is true for all: when you create your life out of your soul's urgings, out of the longings
of your Spirit, Joy inevitably follows. When you create your life by following the highest callings of your Heart, you will know a happiness that can never be taken from you. It is yours forever because it arises from Within and will never be dependent upon any external event.
Our precious ones, We wish to share with you here how to attain that Joy-the concrete actions, the specific steps to take to make it a reality in your life.
First, know that We love you and that you are worthy of that Love. If you could but for a moment see yourselves as We see you, you would never again doubt your courage, capabilities or value. You deserve to be happy.
Second, value your self as We value you. We know your world is busy and makes many demands upon you. Those demands can make it difficult to find the quiet time, or any time, to pay attention to your self. Some of you have even been told that it's "selfish" to not focus on others' first. But know this: every "should" you've ever heard has been spoken by someone who wanted you to do something for them-to serve them, obey them, reflect well on them, or just make life easier in some way for them. Now, We ask you, just who is being "selfish" here?
It is well to be helpful and cooperative, but never at the cost of your own life, never at the cost of not doing what you came to life to do. When your time here is complete, and you look back on your life to assess it, what other measure of success can there be but, Did I Do What I Came To Do?
Our daughters, be as compassionate, nurturing and supportive of yourself as you are with others. You came to life with a purpose. You cannot fulfill that purpose if you are doing something else. Your Joy and fulfillment lie in doing what your Heart urges you to do, not what you think you "should" or "have to" do to gain approval or peace from those who would criticize you.
Third, begin to distinguish between the Feelings that arise from your soul and the Emotions generated by the thoughts imprinted upon your mind. (Editor's note: for help with this, see the Message, "Feelings-Turn Signals From Your Soul," at WomanSpiritOracles.com.) Honor your feelings, but question your emotions. Many of the emotions that drive your choices, and thus your lives, are generated out of the fears, "shoulds," "can'ts" and "have-tos" impressed upon you in childhood.
This will take Awareness and Willingness. But if you are willing to look at your life and acknowledge how you really feel about it, revelations will follow. These revelations will lead you to your Joy. Your joy will take you to your Purpose. And your purpose is your Destiny. It is also where you are happiest, because it is where you find your Freedom. Here at last, you know that your happiness is not dependent upon another outside yourself fulfilling some artificially generated emotional need. Here, you are happy because your true feelings are honored and fulfilled from within. This is where your freedom lies and it is realized by following the calling of your Heart.
Fourth, you can speed this process along by journaling your response to these questions:
What do you like to do here? How do you like to spend your hours? What would you do if you had absolutely nothing you ever had to do? Spend some time pondering these questions. It may take a few layers to get through what you've been told to think you have to do.
What do you like to be around? What kind of people? What activities or experiences? Where do you like to be? What kind of environments? What sounds do you like to hear, or not hear? As you move through this process, you will become more and more aware of how your activities, companions and environments either energize or drain you. Honor your inner urges that move you toward some and away from others.
What do you long for? Is there a dream you've had your entire life? And does thinking of it put a soft smile on your face? Some of you may have to do a bit of analysis to go beneath the things you've been told that convinced your mind you needed this or that. But know this: your spirit needs nothing from another. You came to this world to create something or to experience something. And no one but you knows what. Now the question is: are you willing to acknowledge it?
Are you willing to serve where it is a Joy for you to serve? And only where it is a Joy to serve? Yes, We know you have many things you have to do, many hands clamoring for your services. But We tell you this: enjoy what you are doing or stop doing it. Yes, you heard correctly. Stop doing it. Go do something physical to dissipate your discordant energies until you can return to it with love. And, if your un-enjoyment of it persists, then acknowledge that truth and be willing to find a way to exit the situation gracefully, for it means that you are truly in the Wrong Place for you.
Be willing, Our daughters. Be willing to acknowledge what is true for you. Be willing to acknowledge what you came to life for. Be willing to follow your Heart's call, wherever that leads you, for it is not possible to fail when doing what you came to life to do. So succeed in what matters most. Succeed in doing what you came to do. You do that by following your Joy.
� 2007 Gayle Goldwin. Excerpted from Messages From The High Mother, a collection of channeled messages from the group of illumined Beings Who guided the creation of WomanSpirit Oracles: Wisdom of the Ancients, Solutions for Today, a modern-day divination tool of Feminine Empowerment revealing the 33 archetypes of Divine Femininity present in every Woman. The set includes 33 oracle cards and a 198-page book containing clear delineations, guided Meditations, empowering Mantras and triumphal stories of history's most compelling women-plus a keepsake storage case for both book & cards. Available at Amazon.com or www.WomanSpiritOracles.com
Visit WomanSpiritOracles.com to read more Channeled Messages, get a Free Oracle Card Reading, or download Free Tips to increase your intuition, joy and confidence.
Friday, November 9, 2007
The Independent Business Woman - 7 Powerful Steps to Get What You Want in Business
By Consuelo Meux
Are you ready to give up the 9 to 5 "rat race" and think about starting your own home based business or Internet marketing business? You might be ready to become an entrepreneur home based business professional and you have the self-confidence to do it. So why shouldn't you profit from your ideas instead of profiting another company owner?
Financially, you know you'll never reach your desired goals unless you take the risk of being an independent business owner. But the question remains, what business would you start if you could? You can feel in your heart that tug that tells you to take the risk to do an independent business. Before you pack in that weekly paycheck, take time to evaluate yourself and your future with some real honesty. Take time to pray and hear the calling of your heart towards the right business for your life. You want to change your life for the better, so let's start.
You Can Do It Do you know that you have the potential to do and be anything you want? You are created in the image of God so you have the ability to be creative in your life. Some of this creativity can be used to build a unique business that is really needed in the world. Most women have different perceptions of what is the ideal business life; and that ideal can range from owning a retail store operation to setting up a regular income from a web based membership site. Unfortunately, many women fail to reach their aspirations because they can't get a solid, clear picture in their mind of what they want.
Search for Your Heart Desire Take the next few days and embark on a fact-finding journey that will be a life-changing experience for you. First, sit down and pray about exactly what you want in as an independent business owner. Be specific about identifying your passions so you can focus all your efforts on that particular desire. To reach real success in a business effort, seek the true desires of your heart and be ready to recognize the type of home based, internet marketing or retail business you want to spend time doing.
Seven Questions to Help You Know The woman who always changes her mind or who gives up easily when the going gets tough, will never get anywhere. If you're a bit confused and aren't sure what you really want in life take time to answer these questions:
What makes your heart beat with excitement?What makes you happy?What are you constantly thinking of day and night?What do you want to do with the rest of your life?What do you enjoy doing?What are your obsessions?What things make you jump for joy? Write down all your possible answers to the above questions. Write down everything, no matter how silly or unimportant it seems. Put all your desires on paper that answers any of the above questions.
When you complete responding to the questions, go back, study your answers and circle five to seven items that interest you the most from your list. Then, without taking a lot of time, evaluate and choose with your heart (emotions or intuition), not your mind, the one and only thing worthy to spend all your time and resources on and that brings out the best in you.
A Personal Example I can share with you that I had to take time to do this. I had about five different areas of interest in the beginning of my Internet business. The reason for this was because I never wanted to really acknowledge what I really wanted to do with my business. I wanted to create a networking group for Christian women in business. The group would welcome all women, but the primary difference would be the tone and attitude of the organization. I could use my knowledge of business, organizations, and marketing, but focus on a market that is sorely underserved; Christian women who work in the world of business.
For some reason, I didn't honestly make that statement to myself for a long time. As I look at my old writings and some websites I started, I see that my focus was too mixed to really let the public know my business focus. When I honestly stated what I wanted to do, everything began to fall into place. I was able to develop my mission, value statement, and business plan for the Association and move forward.
How to Make Anything Possible Now, what if you know you want to work in an area that might not be right for you because of your personal circumstances? For instance, what if you want to be the next star of a woman's basketball team? If you're over 20 years old and never played basketball, you'd have to realize that this is not a reasonable choice. But if you have a love for the sport, you can always think of something related to basketball or sports.
How about starting a women's basketball publication and interview stars of the game? Or perhaps a site that features women's basketball sporting goods or a basketball memorabilia business?
Let me give you an example of how you could use your love for a sport even with a basically unrelated topic. Take a look at how I used basketball as a metaphor for learning how to write Internet articles at Slam Dunk Articles ( Http://www.slamdunkarticles.com). This gives you an idea that you can start to focus on favorite ideas in many different ways.
Listen to Your Heart The most important thing to remember, no matter how impossible your idea seems to be, is to listen to your heart. Even if other people disagree with you, be firm with what you really want. Others may offer comments or advice, but the final decision is always yours to make as you are the one to live with growing and nurturing your business. Concentrate on what you want, not what others want.
Get Started I know of women in businesses that are being very successful by pursuing topics that others tried to talk them out of doing. Some have sites based just on a particular type of craft and have built strong membership sites. Others take a basic topic that is growing in interest, such as how to organize your home better and making loads of money in the process. These women followed the leading of their hearts. They spent time in prayer and were sure of the direction that they were to pursue in their business.
Too many women live lives in quiet desperation waiting until a perfect time to take the time to do what they really want to do in life. There is a desperation that time will pass them by and they will never realize her true calling in life. You will surely feel this way it you know you are supposed to start working on your dream and you keep hesitating out of doubt or fear.
Take the time now, to search your heart and decide what you really want in life more than anything else. Do the exercise above and be honest with yourself. You don't have to share the information with anyone else yet. Just sit quietly and pray about your decision.
Keep your pen and paper nearby as ideas begin to come to you and write everything down without judgment. You are getting ideas from your deepest understanding that you can use to form your future business plan; in fact, the more outrageous your ideas, the better. That means your original creativity is coming out and you are starting to really focus on what's uniquely yours to do in life. Begin honoring each moment in every day of your life. Live life, remembering, that you don't know God's plan for you. Don't take for granted the life that you have. Live every day as if it were the last day you had and stop leaving your dreams to be started next week, next month, or next year.
If you are serious about becoming the woman you know God created you to be, you have to take the risk to ask yourself what you really want to do in life in the world of business. Sign up for the mailing list of the National Association of Christian Women in Business (NACWIB) for more information on how to get started. Also get some resources to help you build the business of your dreams. Once you know what it is you want to do, find out the steps it would take to make the dream come true for you. You will never know the success you could have in your home based business as an independent entrepreneur until you get started.
Consuelo Meux, Ph.D. is the Founder and President of the National Association of Christian Women in Business ( http://www.nacwib.com). Get two special reports when you sign up for the mailing list at http://www.Christian-business-women.com the Quick Start Business Plan Template and Seven Bible Habits for Increased Business Success.
Are you ready to give up the 9 to 5 "rat race" and think about starting your own home based business or Internet marketing business? You might be ready to become an entrepreneur home based business professional and you have the self-confidence to do it. So why shouldn't you profit from your ideas instead of profiting another company owner?
Financially, you know you'll never reach your desired goals unless you take the risk of being an independent business owner. But the question remains, what business would you start if you could? You can feel in your heart that tug that tells you to take the risk to do an independent business. Before you pack in that weekly paycheck, take time to evaluate yourself and your future with some real honesty. Take time to pray and hear the calling of your heart towards the right business for your life. You want to change your life for the better, so let's start.
You Can Do It Do you know that you have the potential to do and be anything you want? You are created in the image of God so you have the ability to be creative in your life. Some of this creativity can be used to build a unique business that is really needed in the world. Most women have different perceptions of what is the ideal business life; and that ideal can range from owning a retail store operation to setting up a regular income from a web based membership site. Unfortunately, many women fail to reach their aspirations because they can't get a solid, clear picture in their mind of what they want.
Search for Your Heart Desire Take the next few days and embark on a fact-finding journey that will be a life-changing experience for you. First, sit down and pray about exactly what you want in as an independent business owner. Be specific about identifying your passions so you can focus all your efforts on that particular desire. To reach real success in a business effort, seek the true desires of your heart and be ready to recognize the type of home based, internet marketing or retail business you want to spend time doing.
Seven Questions to Help You Know The woman who always changes her mind or who gives up easily when the going gets tough, will never get anywhere. If you're a bit confused and aren't sure what you really want in life take time to answer these questions:
What makes your heart beat with excitement?What makes you happy?What are you constantly thinking of day and night?What do you want to do with the rest of your life?What do you enjoy doing?What are your obsessions?What things make you jump for joy? Write down all your possible answers to the above questions. Write down everything, no matter how silly or unimportant it seems. Put all your desires on paper that answers any of the above questions.
When you complete responding to the questions, go back, study your answers and circle five to seven items that interest you the most from your list. Then, without taking a lot of time, evaluate and choose with your heart (emotions or intuition), not your mind, the one and only thing worthy to spend all your time and resources on and that brings out the best in you.
A Personal Example I can share with you that I had to take time to do this. I had about five different areas of interest in the beginning of my Internet business. The reason for this was because I never wanted to really acknowledge what I really wanted to do with my business. I wanted to create a networking group for Christian women in business. The group would welcome all women, but the primary difference would be the tone and attitude of the organization. I could use my knowledge of business, organizations, and marketing, but focus on a market that is sorely underserved; Christian women who work in the world of business.
For some reason, I didn't honestly make that statement to myself for a long time. As I look at my old writings and some websites I started, I see that my focus was too mixed to really let the public know my business focus. When I honestly stated what I wanted to do, everything began to fall into place. I was able to develop my mission, value statement, and business plan for the Association and move forward.
How to Make Anything Possible Now, what if you know you want to work in an area that might not be right for you because of your personal circumstances? For instance, what if you want to be the next star of a woman's basketball team? If you're over 20 years old and never played basketball, you'd have to realize that this is not a reasonable choice. But if you have a love for the sport, you can always think of something related to basketball or sports.
How about starting a women's basketball publication and interview stars of the game? Or perhaps a site that features women's basketball sporting goods or a basketball memorabilia business?
Let me give you an example of how you could use your love for a sport even with a basically unrelated topic. Take a look at how I used basketball as a metaphor for learning how to write Internet articles at Slam Dunk Articles ( Http://www.slamdunkarticles.com). This gives you an idea that you can start to focus on favorite ideas in many different ways.
Listen to Your Heart The most important thing to remember, no matter how impossible your idea seems to be, is to listen to your heart. Even if other people disagree with you, be firm with what you really want. Others may offer comments or advice, but the final decision is always yours to make as you are the one to live with growing and nurturing your business. Concentrate on what you want, not what others want.
Get Started I know of women in businesses that are being very successful by pursuing topics that others tried to talk them out of doing. Some have sites based just on a particular type of craft and have built strong membership sites. Others take a basic topic that is growing in interest, such as how to organize your home better and making loads of money in the process. These women followed the leading of their hearts. They spent time in prayer and were sure of the direction that they were to pursue in their business.
Too many women live lives in quiet desperation waiting until a perfect time to take the time to do what they really want to do in life. There is a desperation that time will pass them by and they will never realize her true calling in life. You will surely feel this way it you know you are supposed to start working on your dream and you keep hesitating out of doubt or fear.
Take the time now, to search your heart and decide what you really want in life more than anything else. Do the exercise above and be honest with yourself. You don't have to share the information with anyone else yet. Just sit quietly and pray about your decision.
Keep your pen and paper nearby as ideas begin to come to you and write everything down without judgment. You are getting ideas from your deepest understanding that you can use to form your future business plan; in fact, the more outrageous your ideas, the better. That means your original creativity is coming out and you are starting to really focus on what's uniquely yours to do in life. Begin honoring each moment in every day of your life. Live life, remembering, that you don't know God's plan for you. Don't take for granted the life that you have. Live every day as if it were the last day you had and stop leaving your dreams to be started next week, next month, or next year.
If you are serious about becoming the woman you know God created you to be, you have to take the risk to ask yourself what you really want to do in life in the world of business. Sign up for the mailing list of the National Association of Christian Women in Business (NACWIB) for more information on how to get started. Also get some resources to help you build the business of your dreams. Once you know what it is you want to do, find out the steps it would take to make the dream come true for you. You will never know the success you could have in your home based business as an independent entrepreneur until you get started.
Consuelo Meux, Ph.D. is the Founder and President of the National Association of Christian Women in Business ( http://www.nacwib.com). Get two special reports when you sign up for the mailing list at http://www.Christian-business-women.com the Quick Start Business Plan Template and Seven Bible Habits for Increased Business Success.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Mary Janes- Top Trendy Shoes for the Women
By Clara Havisham
Mary Janes Shoes are now no more for girls alone, but women too are running after them. It was once upon a time that these shoes were only meant for children but now they are for the girls of all ages. Mary Janes are back as this season's trendy footwear for women with different cuts and designs. Here I have for you the trendy Mary Jane shoes of this falls for you women.
Miami - Jessica Simpson's Trendy Mary Janes Heels Shoes
Imagine yourself dressed up with a spaghetti pencil dress paired with this Miami Mary Jane heels. This pair of shoes from Jessica Simpson is a blend of ordinary with extra-ordinary that creates a look which is instantly recognizable yet never predictable.
A peep toe with a 4 inch heel gives these shoes a completely fabulous look. These shoes have a "down-to earth" shoe design and I like them for their artistic and erotic looks. This shoe features cracked and pearlized leather upper that adds a pinch of glamorous appeal to the shoe. And above all a beautiful and thin layered bucked strap that makes this shoe a complete Mary Janes for you woman.
Calypso - The Mary Jane Pumps from "Sofft"
Sofft has brought for you the trendy mary jane pumps that will take your spirit to the endless skies of fashion. A very rich and nova leather has been used to design these shoes that gives it rich and gorgeous appeal. These pumps are designing with ultra cushioned footbed outlined with leather ensures a full day comfort to your feet.
This pair of Calypso shoes is featured with polyurethane outsole that is highly flexible and is stacked with a 2 � inch heel to make you appear a bit taller. The main center of attraction is the pretty cute flower embedded aside the buckled strap engineered that has a subtle goring for a snug fit comfort.
Sky- Me Too's Mary Jane Wedges
Fill your dreams with splendor by dressing up with a long flowing skirt and pairing your feet with this Sky Mary Jane wedges. Wow...Mary Jane Wedges! This elegant shoe with floral accents on the instep has stealed my heart. Oh god! what else can be said? So awesome are these shoes that nothing can be expressed about them, it can be only felt.
These adorable wedges are for the adore goddess (Women) to make them appear more resplendent feminas. They are even ideal in terms of comfort as they are designed with flexible rubber soles that will ease your feet with extreme comfort.
Above are this season's top picks that are much loved by everyone. So, why not you be the one to love these shoes? If you fell in love with these shoes and wanna have them, then get started to shop for these flirtatious mary janes that will make you appear charming and smashing.
Clara Havisham writes shopping and fashion articles especially on shoes for Shoecapital. Read more on Styles and Varieties of Mary Jane Shoes
Mary Janes Shoes are now no more for girls alone, but women too are running after them. It was once upon a time that these shoes were only meant for children but now they are for the girls of all ages. Mary Janes are back as this season's trendy footwear for women with different cuts and designs. Here I have for you the trendy Mary Jane shoes of this falls for you women.
Miami - Jessica Simpson's Trendy Mary Janes Heels Shoes
Imagine yourself dressed up with a spaghetti pencil dress paired with this Miami Mary Jane heels. This pair of shoes from Jessica Simpson is a blend of ordinary with extra-ordinary that creates a look which is instantly recognizable yet never predictable.
A peep toe with a 4 inch heel gives these shoes a completely fabulous look. These shoes have a "down-to earth" shoe design and I like them for their artistic and erotic looks. This shoe features cracked and pearlized leather upper that adds a pinch of glamorous appeal to the shoe. And above all a beautiful and thin layered bucked strap that makes this shoe a complete Mary Janes for you woman.
Calypso - The Mary Jane Pumps from "Sofft"
Sofft has brought for you the trendy mary jane pumps that will take your spirit to the endless skies of fashion. A very rich and nova leather has been used to design these shoes that gives it rich and gorgeous appeal. These pumps are designing with ultra cushioned footbed outlined with leather ensures a full day comfort to your feet.
This pair of Calypso shoes is featured with polyurethane outsole that is highly flexible and is stacked with a 2 � inch heel to make you appear a bit taller. The main center of attraction is the pretty cute flower embedded aside the buckled strap engineered that has a subtle goring for a snug fit comfort.
Sky- Me Too's Mary Jane Wedges
Fill your dreams with splendor by dressing up with a long flowing skirt and pairing your feet with this Sky Mary Jane wedges. Wow...Mary Jane Wedges! This elegant shoe with floral accents on the instep has stealed my heart. Oh god! what else can be said? So awesome are these shoes that nothing can be expressed about them, it can be only felt.
These adorable wedges are for the adore goddess (Women) to make them appear more resplendent feminas. They are even ideal in terms of comfort as they are designed with flexible rubber soles that will ease your feet with extreme comfort.
Above are this season's top picks that are much loved by everyone. So, why not you be the one to love these shoes? If you fell in love with these shoes and wanna have them, then get started to shop for these flirtatious mary janes that will make you appear charming and smashing.
Clara Havisham writes shopping and fashion articles especially on shoes for Shoecapital. Read more on Styles and Varieties of Mary Jane Shoes
Monday, November 5, 2007
Safety First
By Carine Nadel
Googling oneself is fun-sometimes. Safety comes first. I found out a few fun things: someone thinks of my blog as "up and coming" and according to OCN.com (Orange County News) not only am I a blogger for the county, I'm also a young, pretty black woman.
But googling can also be shocking and scary I was appalled at finding a few of my articles running on some of "those sites", better known as adult/porn venues. EEK! I immediately found someone at my service provider to guide me through getting it off!
There's a new fright in town in connection with Google One I feel compelled to bring up in this essay. It seems the search engine has implemented a handy new feature that allows internet users to type in any phone number and it will provide the person's name and address. It also allows you to click on a mapquest.com link and get directions to the address listed to that phone number. This is a very convenient tool when used for good, but as too many of us have learned-anything that can be used for the good of mankind, can also be used for bad!
I discovered this bit of information while reading a flier from the city offices where I work at me "day job".
To be sure this wasn't some rumor I tried it-this is the personal data I was served up with my home phone number:
MY NAME (of course)
MY HUSBAND'S AND SON'S FULL NAME
MY HOME ADDRESS
MY PERSONAL AND MY WORK E-MAIL ADDRESSES
MY WEBSITE
plus the fact that I am a freelance writer. With my work e-mail, anyone would also very quickly know where I go from 9-5, Monday-Friday. Next-I did click on the mapquest link, sure enough, I had directions to my home.
This is as scary as it is disconcerting.
Now you are probably thinking the same thing I did-who would have my phone number without my approval? Think about some of these situations:
How many times are you asked for your phone number by a salesperson? They probably know your name, but what about a co-worker you don't see? Drop your pet off at the vet or make a personal appointment (doctor, lawyer, hair, nails, etc)they may see your phone number and be curious who goes with the cryptic information.
Fortunately, if you aren't comfortable having your personal data made public, you can access www.google.com, type in your information, and click the "request to remove" feature.
Yes, I want someone to contact me for possible writing job offers, but at the same time I do not want them to know my home address and be able to come up to my front door. That's on a strictly need to know basis.
Privacy and safety need to be considered first. Today we never truly know who or how many people have our very private details at their fingertips, but I know I'd sure love to pare it down to less than the entire free world.
Carine Nadel is on The Reader's Advisory Panel of Woman's Day magazine and has had numerous articles and recipes published both on various websites and print publications. To read more of her work, log onto: http://www.Carine-whatscooking.blogspot.com
Googling oneself is fun-sometimes. Safety comes first. I found out a few fun things: someone thinks of my blog as "up and coming" and according to OCN.com (Orange County News) not only am I a blogger for the county, I'm also a young, pretty black woman.
But googling can also be shocking and scary I was appalled at finding a few of my articles running on some of "those sites", better known as adult/porn venues. EEK! I immediately found someone at my service provider to guide me through getting it off!
There's a new fright in town in connection with Google One I feel compelled to bring up in this essay. It seems the search engine has implemented a handy new feature that allows internet users to type in any phone number and it will provide the person's name and address. It also allows you to click on a mapquest.com link and get directions to the address listed to that phone number. This is a very convenient tool when used for good, but as too many of us have learned-anything that can be used for the good of mankind, can also be used for bad!
I discovered this bit of information while reading a flier from the city offices where I work at me "day job".
To be sure this wasn't some rumor I tried it-this is the personal data I was served up with my home phone number:
MY NAME (of course)
MY HUSBAND'S AND SON'S FULL NAME
MY HOME ADDRESS
MY PERSONAL AND MY WORK E-MAIL ADDRESSES
MY WEBSITE
plus the fact that I am a freelance writer. With my work e-mail, anyone would also very quickly know where I go from 9-5, Monday-Friday. Next-I did click on the mapquest link, sure enough, I had directions to my home.
This is as scary as it is disconcerting.
Now you are probably thinking the same thing I did-who would have my phone number without my approval? Think about some of these situations:
How many times are you asked for your phone number by a salesperson? They probably know your name, but what about a co-worker you don't see? Drop your pet off at the vet or make a personal appointment (doctor, lawyer, hair, nails, etc)they may see your phone number and be curious who goes with the cryptic information.
Fortunately, if you aren't comfortable having your personal data made public, you can access www.google.com, type in your information, and click the "request to remove" feature.
Yes, I want someone to contact me for possible writing job offers, but at the same time I do not want them to know my home address and be able to come up to my front door. That's on a strictly need to know basis.
Privacy and safety need to be considered first. Today we never truly know who or how many people have our very private details at their fingertips, but I know I'd sure love to pare it down to less than the entire free world.
Carine Nadel is on The Reader's Advisory Panel of Woman's Day magazine and has had numerous articles and recipes published both on various websites and print publications. To read more of her work, log onto: http://www.Carine-whatscooking.blogspot.com
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Plus Size Bridal Lingerie
By Karen MacLean
Choosing the right plus size bridal lingerie is crucial if you wish to look great in your wedding dress. A wedding is the time for nostalgia, tears, anticipation and excitement. Choose from a wide variety of styles now available to meet your own selective tastes. Whether you wear a traditional wedding gown with a long train, a short wedding dress or any other style, find just the right undergarment to match the occasion.
Plus Size Bridal Lingerie For that Glorious Honeymoon
Look divine in a bridal corset that discreetly shows up your curves, or lace corset that goes well with your lacy ensemble. Choose a delicate bridal garter to add to the romance of the occasion, or purchase a g-string if you do not want the annoying panty line to show through your delicate dress. Select some of the finest in bras, underwear and chemises for your special day.
Many women prefer plus size bridal lingerie to go with the wedding dress as well as on their honeymoon. Taking along different types on your honeymoon would be an excellent idea. Being prepared gives you more options, since it is not practical or comfortable to wear racy lingerie under a traditional wedding gown.You can choose a velvet chemise for elegance and warmth, or have a silk nightie for the time you will be snuggling comfortably beside your hubby. A satin corset or bustier will get temperatures soaring on your honeymoon.
A sweet and naughty baby doll dress will drive him wild due to its girlish charm. Rumba panties and lacy chemises allow you to flaunt those seductive curves to perfection. Lacy cami sets and gauzy chiffon shirts increase your allure. Feel the caress of silk robes and satin corsets.
Be every inch the demure, alluring bride and turn into a naughty lady on your honeymoon - with a little help from plus size bridal lingerie!
Karen MacLean is a consultant and writer for online and offline businesses. Karen resides in the province of New Brunswick, Canada. http://www.plus-size-lingerie-4-women.com
Choosing the right plus size bridal lingerie is crucial if you wish to look great in your wedding dress. A wedding is the time for nostalgia, tears, anticipation and excitement. Choose from a wide variety of styles now available to meet your own selective tastes. Whether you wear a traditional wedding gown with a long train, a short wedding dress or any other style, find just the right undergarment to match the occasion.
Plus Size Bridal Lingerie For that Glorious Honeymoon
Look divine in a bridal corset that discreetly shows up your curves, or lace corset that goes well with your lacy ensemble. Choose a delicate bridal garter to add to the romance of the occasion, or purchase a g-string if you do not want the annoying panty line to show through your delicate dress. Select some of the finest in bras, underwear and chemises for your special day.
Many women prefer plus size bridal lingerie to go with the wedding dress as well as on their honeymoon. Taking along different types on your honeymoon would be an excellent idea. Being prepared gives you more options, since it is not practical or comfortable to wear racy lingerie under a traditional wedding gown.You can choose a velvet chemise for elegance and warmth, or have a silk nightie for the time you will be snuggling comfortably beside your hubby. A satin corset or bustier will get temperatures soaring on your honeymoon.
A sweet and naughty baby doll dress will drive him wild due to its girlish charm. Rumba panties and lacy chemises allow you to flaunt those seductive curves to perfection. Lacy cami sets and gauzy chiffon shirts increase your allure. Feel the caress of silk robes and satin corsets.
Be every inch the demure, alluring bride and turn into a naughty lady on your honeymoon - with a little help from plus size bridal lingerie!
Karen MacLean is a consultant and writer for online and offline businesses. Karen resides in the province of New Brunswick, Canada. http://www.plus-size-lingerie-4-women.com
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Where To Buy A Cheap Designer Prom Dress
By Robin OBrien
Buying a designer prom dress is the right decision as they are better made, better designed and will make you look and feel fabulous. You might think that buying designer means paying top dollar but you'd be wrong. You can buy designer at low prices.
There's a misconception that designer prom dress are expensive. While some do cost in excess of $500 many can be bought much cheaper than this. The cost is directly proportional to the quality of the material used, how much is used and the level of workmanship that's gone into making the gown. Depending on what style you buy, you can pay as little as $150. This is very cheap for a gown that has been designed and made by a top fashion house.
A Jessica McClintock prom dress has been a favorite choice by many women for many years. This fashion house produces designs that are truly beautiful, encompassing all styles. You can buy one of its creations for as little as $120 - a pair of trainers can cost more. And, you're not paying for some design of last season, what you're paying for is a prom gown that is beautifully made and would make any girl feel fabulous wearing it.
How about a Flirt prom dress? Again, this fashion house makes exquisite gowns and while many cost upwards of $400 you can buy a full-length skirt gown for as little as $180 - a beautiful, strap-less gown with sweetheart neckline that is accented with a rhinestone cluster and a sweep train skirt; truly gorgeous.
The Jovani prom dress is one of the most coveted of gowns. Jovani creations are worn by celebrities the world over, so why wouldn't any girl want a Jovani? Imagine, going to your prom in a Jovani? Well, you can; you can buy a real gem of a frock for under $300.
The above was just a selection of what's on offer from major designers. The prices were for current collections. You can buy more cheaply if you buy from last year's collection. Each year brings in more fabulous designs and many boutiques want to ship out their old lines; they sell them at discounted prices.
So think about buying an item from last year; styles won't have changed much - hardly at all. After all, for the same price, would you rather buy a Jovani from last year's collection or one from JC Penny's?
A good place to start looking to buy a cheap designer prom dress is online. Find a designer, or even a particular dress you like, and see what each retailer is offering. Compare prices; you can find real bargains if you look hard enough.
But before you buy a prom dress online, take a trip to your local store and see what's on offer there. If you've already found the dress online at a cheaper price, haggle. The store will be keen to sell last year's inventory so they'll try their best to move on price.
There's nothing like wearing a designer prom dress to make a girl feel special on the most important night of her life. And, if she's smart, she can get one for the same price as other girls who buy a 'no brand' dress from a department store.
Follow the links for a designer prom dress like the Jovani prom dress and the Flirt prom dress as well as many others.
Buying a designer prom dress is the right decision as they are better made, better designed and will make you look and feel fabulous. You might think that buying designer means paying top dollar but you'd be wrong. You can buy designer at low prices.
There's a misconception that designer prom dress are expensive. While some do cost in excess of $500 many can be bought much cheaper than this. The cost is directly proportional to the quality of the material used, how much is used and the level of workmanship that's gone into making the gown. Depending on what style you buy, you can pay as little as $150. This is very cheap for a gown that has been designed and made by a top fashion house.
A Jessica McClintock prom dress has been a favorite choice by many women for many years. This fashion house produces designs that are truly beautiful, encompassing all styles. You can buy one of its creations for as little as $120 - a pair of trainers can cost more. And, you're not paying for some design of last season, what you're paying for is a prom gown that is beautifully made and would make any girl feel fabulous wearing it.
How about a Flirt prom dress? Again, this fashion house makes exquisite gowns and while many cost upwards of $400 you can buy a full-length skirt gown for as little as $180 - a beautiful, strap-less gown with sweetheart neckline that is accented with a rhinestone cluster and a sweep train skirt; truly gorgeous.
The Jovani prom dress is one of the most coveted of gowns. Jovani creations are worn by celebrities the world over, so why wouldn't any girl want a Jovani? Imagine, going to your prom in a Jovani? Well, you can; you can buy a real gem of a frock for under $300.
The above was just a selection of what's on offer from major designers. The prices were for current collections. You can buy more cheaply if you buy from last year's collection. Each year brings in more fabulous designs and many boutiques want to ship out their old lines; they sell them at discounted prices.
So think about buying an item from last year; styles won't have changed much - hardly at all. After all, for the same price, would you rather buy a Jovani from last year's collection or one from JC Penny's?
A good place to start looking to buy a cheap designer prom dress is online. Find a designer, or even a particular dress you like, and see what each retailer is offering. Compare prices; you can find real bargains if you look hard enough.
But before you buy a prom dress online, take a trip to your local store and see what's on offer there. If you've already found the dress online at a cheaper price, haggle. The store will be keen to sell last year's inventory so they'll try their best to move on price.
There's nothing like wearing a designer prom dress to make a girl feel special on the most important night of her life. And, if she's smart, she can get one for the same price as other girls who buy a 'no brand' dress from a department store.
Follow the links for a designer prom dress like the Jovani prom dress and the Flirt prom dress as well as many others.
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