Archive for May, 2009
May 22, 2009 at 8:11 am · Filed under Gender Issues Center
Its a whole new season so why not kick start it with some fabulous fashion finds, a change in fragrance, and maybe even a new hairdo, and don’t forget to lighten up your makeup.
This season is full of wonderful fabrics and styles, from ultra feminine to the boldness of the ethnic prints. From short to long dress and skirt styles. From halters to cap sleeves. From tweed to pastel shades. Shoe styles vary from flip flops to wedges to stiletto heels. And be sure to check out the fabulous styles in casual and sporting sandal wear.
When choosing items for your spring wardrobe, first analyze your body shape and determine what styles will look best on you. Next decide what your favorite colors are for this season and determine what colors flatter you the most and which flatter you the least. Stay away from the colors and styles that don’t flatter. Choose clothing that is most flattering, but also be sure to step out on the limb a little bit and choose a few items that are not a traditional style or color choices you would make. Dare to experiment a little bit. It’s always nice to add a little spice to your wardrobe.
This season there truly is something for everyone. We see skirts that go from mini to ankle length. Full skirts, pencil skirts, flared skirts - they are all in style. We’ve got great selection in summer tops from open back, to halter, to baby tee’s, to strapless. And shorts are arriving on the scene in a variety of lengths from short shorts to knee length.
Your color choices are truly endless! The full spectrum of pastel shades is at your fingertips. But wait, so are the vibrant bright shades such as yellow, chartreuse, turquoise, and pink. Traditional white is still in the running and is very easy to dress up or down. This seasons’ jewelry is also large with something for everyone. We’ve got long dangles, full chandeliers, fun studs, large hoops, and more. There are plenty of rhinestones and crystals on the scene this season. And wait! Pearls have had a whole new facelift - now faux pearls are available in a wide variety of color and they don’t just belong with your formal wear. This season pearls are ever so chic with your fave pair of jeans. Now that’s progress!
Bangles are on the top of the fashion radar this season. Load your arm from top to bottom, wear a single, mix and match materials, sizes and styles.
Wood jewelry is the top pick to go with the ethnic prints of the season. There’s some wonderful vintage pieces to be had for a reasonable price. The beauty about vintage is the exotic woods you can find which are no longer used today because of cost.
While you are busy uplifting your wardrobe and jewelry, why not uplift your body? Perhaps a new fragrance, a new hair cut or color, add some lighter shades to your makeup.
Remember to make your fashion statement you have to pamper the whole you! Spring is a time to rejuvenate, so take some time to rejuvenate not only your wardrobe but yourself.
Make your fashion statement!
May 22, 2009 at 7:38 am · Filed under Gender Issues Center
Dr. Leo Baekland, a scientist, was responsible for the discovery of bakelite. He was born in Belgian. In 1889 he immigrated the the USA hoping for better career opportunities. In 1907 he was working as independent chemist when by accident he discovered the compound of carbolic acid and formaldehyde. When he tried to reheat the solidified compound he discovered it would not melt no matter how high the temperature.
Shortly after he trademarked “Bakelite” as well as two other variations “catalin” and “marblette” which today are also referred to as bakelite. Bakelite was the first synthetic plastic. Because of its durability and beauty its uses were simply endless, it grew in popularity very quickly and within 15 years it had taken the world by storm. You could find everything from electrical plugs, to ornate jewelry made from bakelite. It was even used on the dashboard face of the Mercedes Benz car.
It could be produced in a wide array of colors, but most common where white, brown, green and red. Bakelite dating back to the 1920s-1940’s has oxidized and developed a wonderful patina that is sometime a completely different hue than the original color. For example, White is often seen as butterscotch, light blue changes to forest green, pink turns to orange.
Because of this invention, Dr Beakeland is seen as the father of the present plastic industry. The costume jewelry from the 1920’s-1940’s bakelite era is highly sought after. So how do you determine if it is actually made of bakelite? There are a couple of fairly simple tests. Although not full proof they work pretty well. Smell - When bakelite is heated it has a very strong odor which comes from the carbolic acid in the composition. On some pieces you can release the smell simply by rubbing them hard with your thumb and creating heat. Others will need very hot water to release the odor. Still on others the odor is so faint you may not detect it. Sound - When you tap two bakelite pieces together they will make a deep clunking sound, rather than the higher pitched clack of acrylic or Lucite plastics. This test is the most unreliable as it is difficult to interpret the sound because the density of the items affects the sound you hear. Hot Pin Test - Bakelite is a thermoset plastic so it cannot be remolded with heat. To test if a piece is bakelite get a very very hot pin from an open flame source, then touch the pin to the item. If it is bakelite it will not penetrate. It may give off the acid smell and it may leave a purple burn mark. If the pin penetrates or melts the plastic then it is not bakelite. Use caution when doing this test as it can devalue the bakelite piece considerable, and it may do serious damage to other types of plastic should the piece turn out not to be bakelite. If you proceed with this test be sure to find a very inconspicuous spot. Also if the material should be celluloid, it is very flammable and can be very dangerous. If you suspect the piece may be celluloid I recommend you “do not” conduct this test. When ever you are conducting this test you should wear the appropriate safety equipment such as eye goggles and gloves. Formula 409 or Scrubbing Bubbles or Simichrome - this product works very well to test whether an item is bakelite. Make sure the item is clean, wet the end of a Q-tip with Formula 409 then touch it to the piece. If the Q-tip turns yellow then the piece is bakelite. If you believe a piece is bakelite but it doesn’t pass the 409 test don’t count it out. Sometimes polished bakelite will not react or pass the test.
The best way to recognize bakelite comes with experience. After you’ve seen enough pieces you will easily recognize it. There are also some excellent books on the market that you might find helpful. • BAKELITE JEWELRY - Tony Grasso • THE BEST OF BAKELITE AND OTHER PALSTIC JEWELRY - Dee Battle & Alayne Lesser • BAKELITE JEWELRY GOOD*BETTER*BEST - Donna Wassertrom & Leslie Pina
Bakelite has always been known as the material with 1000 uses, and it surely did earn this name. Bakelite is now treasured for its unique, unreproducible beauty. When the Bakelite patent expired in 1927, it was acquired by the Catalin Corporation that same year. They began mass production under the name “Catalin. The Catalin Corporation was responsible for nearly 70% of all phenolic resins that exist today.
Bakelite-Catalin was sold mainly to companies like Saks Fifth Avenue, Bonwit Teller, Woolworth’s, and Sears. Much of the wealthy society fell into touch times during the depression and could not longer afford the Tiffany diamonds or Cartier Jewelry. Bakelite-Catalin took up the market slack with its colorful carved jewelry adorned with rhinestones. This jewelry was within the reach of all and its popularity grew from the poorest to the wealthiest in society.
In 1942 Bakelite-Catalin stopped sales of their colorful costume jewelry in order to concentrate on the nation’s wartime needs. They produced thousands of products found their way into the military.
By the end of the war new technologies were for molded plastics had been developed. These new products consisted of plastics such as Lucite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, and Acrylic all which were molded. Bakelite and Catalin become obsolete except in the hearts of collectors who still pursue it today.
May 22, 2009 at 3:48 am · Filed under Exercise
Not getting enough exercise? It’s a normal feeling - we realize this, and still many things get in our way of actually working out. You witness individuals packed into gyms doing exercise, and think : well, I must go to the gymnasium, pay for my gym member’s costs, then lift some weights. It seems like a lot of trouble, can’t I do something that’s not going to waste too much of my precious time - something that’s even pragmatic?
So you might consider buying a bike, as biking around is a wonderful way to improve one’s health . You can cycle to the local shops or to work, so it’s rather practical. It’s also money-saving - there’s no petrol called for and the maintenance are almost nothing. It’s also eco-friendly. Oh, and it gets you into shape too!
But many people are reluctant to get a bicycle since it’s just TOO much exercise. As odd as that sounds, consider that they might live in a hilly location, be aged or have a particular ailment that make pedaling too “hardcore” for their abilities. And for a few people, it’s not practical bicycling to their work since they will sweat too much through the exertions of cycling.
This is where e-bikes, or electric bikes come in. They give you a breather on the tough hills simply by twisting your hand on the handlebar and letting the electric motor take the strain - you don’t need to do any peddling then. Then when you feel up to it, just pedal. You get moderate exercise and fresh air without breaking a sweat. Electric bikes are also money-saving to operate requiring only a daily recharge if you do around 20 to 30 kilometres per day, although most individuals require only a couple of re-charges per week as they are not doing this kind of distance. You can even buy side mirrors and indicators for your electric bike - like the Winnku Indicator and Mirror.
Nowdays the actual cost of buying an electric bike have dropped in price, so you can save yourself a considerable amount of money on fuel, bus fares, gym memberships etc. by buying and regularly using an electric bike.
May 20, 2009 at 9:17 am · Filed under Business Performance
Intelius, a pioneer in information commerce industry and an award-winning provider of reliable and accurate information to its clients, is this year’s major sponsor of the Overlake Service League 2009 Drive for Dreams Golf Classic and Awards Dinner on May 18, 2009 at Newcastle, Washington. The annual activity by the Overlake Service League is aimed to help struggling families and school children in Bellevue.
Early this year, in March 2009, the Overlake Service League honored Intelius co-founders Naveen and Anu Jain during its 10th Annual Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon in Bellevue. Anu Jain explained that philanthropy has been both a personal and corporate duty. Naveen Jain, on the other hand, has stated that in 2008 Intellius set a new record for its philanthropic works, having given about $210,000 to various nonprofit organizations that focus on education, healthcare, youth, and family issues.
To encourage its employees to share as well, Intellius has formed an employee matching program and is proffering paid leave for time employees utilize volunteering at local nonprofits.
Naveen Jain, CEO of Intelius, and Anu Jain, Vice-President of Community Relations of Intelius (and wife to Naveen Jain) have been with the company since it was formed in January 2003. Intelius’ corporate headquarters is based in Bellevue, Washington, the same state where the couple lives.
About the Overlake Service League
In its early years (circa the Great Depression), the Overlake Service League’s charitable works included milk feeding to needy children and free medical care to the poor. In 1939 its Thrift Shop first opened to provide affordable clothing to needy families. Today, about 300 volunteers who put in about 35,000 hours annualy in community service uphold the League.
The nonprofit is based in Bellevue, Washington.
May 17, 2009 at 5:07 am · Filed under Great Health Tips, Medical
BPH, or benign prostate hyperplasia, is a medical term for a swollen prostate gland. This entails that the prostate, a mass the shape of a walnut situated just beneath the bladder and wrapping around the urethra, swells this can impair or possibly stop urination. As males mature, their prostate grows and can create complaints for example difficulty in passing water, a diminished stream, and a feeling of failing to void the bladder completely after passing urine. Night time frequency and even persistent urinary tract infections can also be caused by an enlarged prostatic gland.
What Is A Swollen Prostate?
Males over 60 commonly develop benign prostate Hypertrophy. Guidelines are that men over 50 undergo examination by their physicians each year, regardless of the presentation of problems, to help sustain improved prostatic health. Inability to urinate or blood whilst passing urine is a signal to look for immediate medical intervention. Surgery or drug therapy are frequent interventions for an enlarged prostate gland. However, impotence or even incontinence can be experienced following surgery. High blood pressure therapies or medicines which reduce the prostate are frequently suggested to improve prostate wellness, but medicinal drugs frequently lead to unwanted side effects what alternative remedies are recommended? Problems with an Enlarged Prostate? Find Herbal Answers to Improve Prostate : To encourage better prostate function and also reduce the symptoms brought about by prostate gland enlargement, several alternative formulae may help manage the symptoms. Inflammation is reduced by the herb Afican pygeum, allowing a marked reduction of the symptoms. The remedy African Pygeum has been regularly tested for quite a few years in Europe as a therapy for better prostatic health, it is made from a plant indigenous to southern Africa.
Dietetic factors such as a decrease in the intake of fat may improve symptoms, so will getting more excercise on a regular basis, the pressure in the prostate gland can be alleviated by ejaculating more often, it is also better to avoid remaining seate d for a long time. Consuming over-the-counter antihistamines or decongestants can worsen the symptoms of an enlarged prostate, so please take these sparingly. Further suggestions include to cut out having anything to drink near going to bed in decreasing the need to urinate overnight, and keeping down alcoholic beverages and drinking much less coffee may also prove useful.
Moreover, there are other alternative formulae utilized for better prostate health - such as the herb saw palmetto, Borago officinalis oil, the chemical element selenium, and also lycopene, a compound found in tomatoes. Before you begin whichever natural therapy check with your medical professional.
May 16, 2009 at 5:54 pm · Filed under Baker's Dozen, Business Performance, Self Improvement Center
Here is some info about some of the common eye problems which may cause you to need prescription eyeglasses
Myopia - Also known as short sightedness, near sightedness
Myopic people visualize well up close, but not at a distance. Distant objects seem blurred, whilst near objects are in focus.
DESCRIPTION
The eye ball is longer than usual, making the eye "too powerful." The image is focused at a point in front of the retina. The higher the degree of myopia, the shorter the distance at which the Myopic can visualise clearly.
SOLUTION
Myopia can be corrected using a concave lens which is thin in the center and thicker at the edge. This type of lens pushes the focus back onto the retina and restores good vision at any distance.
HYPEROPIA - Also known as long sightedness, far sightedness
Farsighted people visualize much better at a distance than close up. Even though distant objects are properly focused, the accommodation required to focus on close objects causes eyestrain.
DESCRIPTION
The eye ball is shorter than normal which means the eye is not powerful enough. The eye is said to be "too short" and the image is focused behind the retina.
SOLUTION
Hyperopia is corrected with the use of a convex lens that is thinner at the edge and thicker in the center. This type of lens brings the focus forward to the retina.
ASTIGMATISM
People with astigmatism have poor close and distant vision. They do not appreciate the contrasts between horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines in the same manner as the rest of us.
Astigmatism is always accompanied by another visual impairment, such as Myopia, hyperopia and Presbyopia.
DESCRIPTION
Astigmatism is typically due to an irregularly-shaped cornea which is slightly oval, as opposed to round, and oblong rather than spherical.
SOLUTION
Astigmatism can usually be corrected with a cylindrical lens whose curvature offsets the corneal irregularity.
May 16, 2009 at 3:41 pm · Filed under Shopping Parlor, Sports Info, World Of Leisure
The proper equipment and the right court are critical for an excellent game of tennis. Below is a guide of the basic necessities.
Tennis Racket Variety: A well weighted, professionally made racket is an ideal investment for excellent tennis. 50 to 100 pounds invested in a racket of nationally known quality will be money well spent. The grip of the racquet is advised to be small. A circumference of 4 and a half inches is advised for learners.
Most of the new racquets balance heavier in the grip than in the head for faster action. When choosing a racket, the player should swing one or two different tennis rackets & discover the particular one that appears to suit them.
Protection of Tennis Racquet: The tennis racket is advised to be put in a press and watertight case at all times when it isn’t being used. For the period of the winter months the racquet should be stored in a dry location, where no humidity can reach it. If not then the string fibres are expected to disintegrate & the frame distort. Enjoy excellent tennis and online scuba equipment today.
Tennis Balls: Wright and Ditson, Spalding, Wilson, Dunlop, or Pennsylvania balls that include the latest & and proper seal ought to be acquired as often as needed. Tennis balls are useful only for a certain amount of time as the felt cover remains intact, and the bounce is just right.
Nets: Cotton tennis nets (costing roughly 12 pounds) are satisfactory for occasional play in the fitness centre or improvised lawn tennis courts.
Outside tennis nets should be built of tarred hemp, with a tough canvas top, & steel or rope cable. If strung on a steel cable, the net can be left out over night without it slaking, but with a rope cable, the net must be untied each & every night. Nets will last a significant deal longer if they are taken inside at night and when it rains. A good net will cost approximately twenty to 60 pounds. Steel nets, totally weatherproof, are increasing in recognition specially for winter play.
May 15, 2009 at 8:57 pm · Filed under Travel Tips, World Of Leisure
Among Europe’s most notable skiing mountains, Val d’Isre touts 285 kilometers of marked runs, ideal for ski holidays. The season gets going during Nov and closes in May. Val d’Isere supplies for all your needs. The village extends along the vale from La Daille until Le Fornet with the buzzing centre in Val Village. This bunch of appealing buildings incorporate smart shops nearly all of which have arisen since Val d’Isere was chosen for the 1992 Winter Olympics.
Broken into three parts Val d’Isre has plenty of runs for all levels of skiers. With a cracking historical snow record, the town is hugely fashionable among pro skiers and motorway skiing intermediates, on the other hand you don’t have to be especially experienced to love what’s on offer. One can easily see how come umpteen English are drawn to the village, with its renowned nightlife and the variety of entertainment on offer, furthermore the near proximity of Tignes enables you to venture out to less frantic climes if it all gets all too much.
Pros
A superior night-life in France. Everybody understands English. Easy entrance to Val d’Isre and Tignes known collectively as the Espace Killy ski area. There is a lot of cars and though there are regular buses during the day, committed party animmals had better aim to be within walking distance from the town centre.
Cons
Costly. Hectic and very fashionable with the English, thus not for holiday makers seeking a typical French ski town to enjoy a relaxing ski holiday. A lot of skiing lifts can close in bad conditions. A few challenging blue and green runs.
May 12, 2009 at 10:21 pm · Filed under Education + Training, Stuff for Kids
A little personalized reading help can go a long way for a child struggling to read from classroom instruction. If a child is falling behind in school and it isn’t a motivational problem (or even if it is), a specially trained educator may be best prepared to teach your child or inspire your child to learn. Tutors may help improve grades and get the student up to his/her proper reading level. But, effective reading tutors are difficult to discover.Here’s a couple tips for the things to hunt for in a reading teacher, where you can find a tutor, and how you can tell a tutor is right for your child. Any unique child intakes information differently, so it is best to pick a tutor that is a good fit the student.
A parent should probably start a search by contacting your child’s teacher or counselor to discuss options. Even public libraries and and community centers often make reading assistance available.Thumbing through the yellow pages might show a commercially available private reading centers. Should the student has a ongoing problem reading well, you may consider a clinic with specialized speech-language pathologist rather than a reading tutor, because most reading tutors are primary education generalists not familiar with the nature of dyslexia and reading difficulties.
Finally, when you locate a potential tutor, it is important to evaluate if he or she is actually the right tutor for the kid. Take an active role interviewing a reading tutor. Many parents think one tutor is the same as the next. This couldn’t be further form the truth. Look at a tutor with an instructional method that fits the recommendations of the national reading panel. Look for results. A effective instructor will make meaningful progress with a kid that will last and benefit the child throughout his or her life. Many tutors, particularly commercially marketed tutoring centers, assess children with an exam to set the baseline for skills development when they begin instruction.
~Cathy S.
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May 10, 2009 at 5:15 am · Filed under Gender Issues Center
Buying sterling silver jewelry can be fun, exciting and confusing. Whether you’re considering a gift of sterling silver jewelry for someone special or as a treat for yourself, take some time to learn the terms used in the industry. Here’s some information to help you get the best quality sterling silver jewelry for your money, whether you’re shopping in a traditional brick and mortar store or online.
Sterling silver jewelry is enjoying an unprecedented popularity with today’s fashion conscious public. You know how beautiful sterling silver jewelry is and how brilliantly it shines. Now here is the rest of the story.
Silver has been used since ancient times, but has not survived as well as ancient gold because it tarnishes and decomposes. There have been times, however, when silver was “in”; we are going through such a vogue today.
Silver is the commonest of the precious metals. Fine silver is pure silver, which is seldom used for jewelry because it is too soft. Sterling silver is 925 parts silver to 75 of copper, the alloy most often used. Silver weighs about half as much as gold, has greater flexibility, but is not as malleable, it has always been less expensive as well. A comparable piece of gold jewelry might cost four or five times that of a piece of sterling silver jewelry.
The current fashion trend toward black clothing has made silver jewelry more popular than ever. Silver likes to be worn; it stays cleaner & shinier through movement and friction. So sterling silver is a perfect accessory for today’s fast paced lifestyles. Much like gold, sterling silver needs to be cleaned.
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