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Farsali Trifecta
Hi lovelies!! This year has been a busy one to say the least. I have things much more organized now. So, I will be posting more regularly.
Today I will be reviewing Farsali. I wanted to see what all the hype was for myself. The review will consist of the Unicorn Essence, Rose Gold Elixir, and the Volcanic Elixir. The Jelly Beam highlight will be a whole other post.
I'll begin with the Unicorn Essence; this is an antioxidant serum and primer in one. It is ideal for all skin types and its also oil-free. Its free of sulfates and parabens. It's supposed to protect skin from free radical damage, while also prepping your skin for your makeup application.
First off let me say that it smells delightful. I am not a fan of things that go on my face to have an overpowering scent. This particular product hit the mark on the strength and type of smell that you have on you face. It feels good when you put it on and my skin quickly absorbs it. I personally use this as a primer. If you didn't know this works well as an eye-shadow primer too.
Let me further explain why Unicorn Essence is an antioxidant serum. It has Acai berry extract which is commonly used in anti-aging products. Its rich in Vitamin A, B, C, & E. In a sense it revives your skin by healing damaged skin and restores its moisture.
It's also contains Goji berry extract. If you haven't heard of this fruit; then you need to start taking it. For starters, eating this fruit helps with your heart and boost you immune system. The benefits of the extract for the skin are remarkable. It is high in vitamin A, so, it contains plenty of antioxidants; this helps with the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. Eating goji berries and using Unicorn essence will help improve skin elasticity. It also helps with reducing the appearance of scars. Goji also helps damaged skin. In addition, goji berries contain two known endogenous skin antioxidants, which are heme oxygenase-1 and metallothionein. These two antioxidants have been proven to facilitate in photoimmune protection. That means it helps protect your skin.
Goji berries can help combat the onset of dehydrated skin because of the amino acids they contain. Amino acids aid in the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, increase skin hydration, and improve skin color and tone. In addition, to amino acids, goji berries also contain polysaccharides. Polysaccharides have been known to have antioxidant properties, and their presence in goji berries help to increase skin hydration, as well as to tighten and firm the surface of the skin, thereby promoting the appearance of a radiant, youthful glow.
Unicorn essence also contains elderberry extract. This is the superstar of antioxidants. This helps against free radicals. They're anti-bactirial which is good for acne prone skin. It helps with allergic rashes and is an anti-imflammatory. This extract is what makes it good for all skin types.
Lastly, it has blueberry extract. Now this may not sound as exotic as the other extracts. However, the blueberry extract is just as important. Blueberries contain more antioxidants than green tea. They are loaded with vitamins A, C, & E. Blueberries whether you ingest them or use the extract on your skin; they will help make you look younger, revive your dull skin and make it look brighter. It also helps repair sun damaged skin.
I personally use this product everyday as a primer. I have loads of different primers and this one is my favorite one. I have never used it as an eyeshadow primer just cause I personally use some concealer as a primer for my eyes. I also use this to make powder highlighters pop more. I personally will take some of my powder highlighter and mix in a drop or two of the unicorn essence and dab it on. I let it dry a little bit and then blend it in and voila. It is a little pricey. You get a 1 oz. bottle for $54. However, I would definitely recommend this product it is worth the money in my opinion.
Moving on to the Rose Gold Elixir. This is also ideal for all skin types. This is recommended for daytime use. It is a lightweight hydrating beauty oil. It has anti-aging benefits. It is supposed to leave your skin naturally radiant and glowing. The base of this luxurious Elixir is Rosehip seed oil. Rosehip seed is made up of 77% fatty acids — high in linoleic acids, vitamin C, and vitamin A (retinol) — all essential for skin health. Rosehips have been found to regenerate tissue and reduce the appearance of fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and stretch marks.
Rosehip seed oil is full of vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids that are known to correct dark spots and hydrate dry, itchy skin, all while reducing scars and fine lines. Safflower seed oil is less aggravating to skin and contains about 78% of linoleic acid, which is undoubtedly a secret weapon in fighting against acne problems. Linoleic acid, its principal fatty acid, is an essential fatty that cannot be synthesized by the human body.
Pumpkin seed oil is rich in vitamin E, zinc, omega 3- and 6- fatty acids as well as antioxidants, therefore it has tremendous benefits for the skin in terms of retaining moisture, fighting free radicals and maintaining a youthful appearance. Vitamin E works to block free radicals from the body, which play a large part in the aging process. It has basic antioxidant properties that everyone needs.
Lemongrass oil has one key benefit which is skin healing properties. It is also perfect for getting even and glowing skin. Orange peel oil is antiseptic and anti-inflammatory which makes it an ideal ingredient in your skin and hair routine. This oil isn't just for acne-prone skin though: It's been shown to increase the ability to absorb vitamin C, collagen production, and blood flow, all of which are essential for anti-aging.
I personally haven't used this on my face at all. I use this to hydrate my lips before I apply a matte lipstick. So, I can't really recommend it for your skin or not. That is something you would have to decide for yourself. However, I do recommend this product for your lips. It makes your lips plump and luscious, especially if you're wearing a matte lipstick.
Lastly we have the Volcanic Elixir. This elixir is great for all skin types; especially acne prone skin. It is ideal for night-time use.
It contains Tamanu oil. There are a lot of benefits associated with Tamanu oil. It has a wide range of natural treatments for acne and acne scars, eczema, psoriasis, toenail fungus, stretch marks, age spots, skin rashes, general scarring, dermatitis through to anti-aging and as an ingredient in making good skin products for oily skin.
Tamanu Oil can be used as a stand-alone product, whether it be solely as a product for oily acne skin or for the prevention or reduction of scarring or just for beautiful, blemish-free skin. Not only can you use Tamanu Oil for skin rejuvenation but you can even use Tamanu Oil for hair and scalp rejuvenation as well. It also seems to great for healthy, nail growth.
I personally use this product every night before going to bed. I apply just like a serum. I love it. It smells earthy and its thick and feels good on the skin without leaving an oily residue. I recommend this product. It is less expensive than the other two but I believe just as important in your beauty routine. I believe that Farsali really knocked it out of the park with these 3 little miracles.
If you guys would like to see a tutorial on how I make my highlighter pop with the unicorn essence, or how I prep my lips with the rose gold, or a simple tutorial on my night-time regimen, let me know. Till next time babes! xoxo
Hi lovelies! I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving weekend. ^-^ My weekend was extremely busy, besides the holiday I also had my brothers wedding this weekend. It was a beautiful ceremony.
Today I will be reviewing Lancome's "visionnaire yeux" eye balm. I received a sample through Sephora and I liked it so much that I went out and bought it to thoroughly try it out and give my wonderful followers my thoughts on it.
Visionnaire is supposed to reduce the appearance of crows feet, puffiness, and fatigue. I could already see a difference from the moment I tried it the first time.
It has a Hydrablur technology that blurs away imperfections. It also helps reduce the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles. To achieve these results it does take about 4 to 6 weeks of use.
It is good for all skin types and doesn't contain any parabens or phthalates. I applied this religiously every morning and night. The only down side to this product is that Lancome only offers a .5 fl oz bottle for $65. The quantity is expected out of an eye cream but the price point is off for me. I would actually rather spend an extra $10 to purchase Bobbi Brown's extra repair eye cream.
Even though I really liked this product and it was good. It also backed up its claims, it just did not have that wow factor for me. There are a lot of expectations for eye creams and this one just fell short. However, I still recommend this product to those that want to give it a try. For those that just don't have that kind of money or want an extra rich and creamy eye cream then I would pass on this.
Leave me a comment below on what guys think. Would you try this product and if you did what are your thoughts? Also if there are any eye creams that you guys would like me to review let me know. I am more than willing to be a guinea for my lovely followers. Till next time everyone. xoxox
Clean Queen
Hi babes! I'm back again for another review. Today I will be reviewing Tarte's vegan deodorant, "Clean Queen". I'm a big fan of Tarte and when I found out they had a vegan deodorant, I just had to try it out.
Clean queen is aluminum free and alcohol free. Why is this good? Well Aluminum has been found to be linked to certain types of cancer cells. Cancer runs in my family, so every little bit helps. Did you know according to the American Cancer Society, that nearly half of all men and a little more than one-third of all women in the United States will have cancer during their lifetimes. So, anything that helps you reduce the risks gets a thumbs up from me.
It is also a natural deodorant that have a ton of natural odor neutralizers without irritation. It conditions the skin and leaving your skin feeling smooth. This important for me because most women tend to shave and the skin in that area tends to be more coarse than normal.
It's a cream to powder formula that is not supposed to leave any white marks. While it is cream and dries as a powder, if you put on a shirt while it is drying, it will leave a mark. I have yet to find a deodorant that doesn't leave a mark.
It provides long-lasting daily odor defense, even on the most sensitive skin, with natural plant starches to fight odor without disturbing normal perspiration. This is also not the case. I started out with just the one application daily and I would suffer from BO by the end of the day. This was embarrassing to say the least and this was on one of my off days when I didn't work out. The days I did work out, OMG it was the worst. I was grateful for working out at home.
At this point I couldn't believe that Tarte would release such a bad deodorant. I read some reviews and people liked it. I decided to do research on natural deodorants. Apparently there is a transition period when you switch from normal deodorant to natural ones. Since everyone has a different body chemistry this time period can vary.
Aluminum to clog the sweat glands and block sweat from escaping. The experience can be different for everyone. You can let out under arm moisture like crazy, luckily this didn't happen to me. This happens because once your glands are unclogged, they may release fluids previously blocked by aluminum in antiperspirants, causing an increase in moisture.
What I did experience was an increase in odor. This can happen to some, again it all depends on your body chemistry. Apparently when the the flushing of the system and increased apocrine sweat gland activity results in increased moisture and sweat which interacts with odor-causing bacteria.
There is also increased sensitivity. This also did not happen to me. With a hypothetical increase in bacteria and backup being released via the lymphatic system, it may be that some individuals experience increased sensitivity or tenderness as the body filters out undesired materials.
After learning everything about switching over, I was beginning to feel frustrated. I didn't know what to do. The only resolution I came up with was to reapply it whenever I would start to feel excess moisture building up, in order to avoid the stink. At this point I was applying it 2 to 3 times a day on a normal day. On days that I worked out I applied right before and after my workout (if you go to the gym and don't shower there).
The price point of this deodorant is $14 and is not availability in stores can vary. To be honest it was not worth it. I might give it another go to see if it was just the transition thing. Right now though I'm trying Native deodorant. I read really good reviews on it and Allure magazine named it as a natural deodorant that actually works. Till another time babes! xoxo
Bring On The Bright
Hi babes! I'm going to be reviewing the "White Marble Dual Phase Vitamin C Peel" by Erno Laszlo. I was able to try this product for free thanks to Influenster and Erno Laszlo.
It's a clarifying two-step peel. It gently polishes skin and lightens dark spots and discoloration. Your complexion instantly feels polished and new. Furthermore, you skin will look more radiant, brighter, and smoother. There are protective antioxidants and collagen booster; with these two combines it helps refine and renew your skin.
From the first time of use it has made my skin softer and smooth. I have slightly textured skin on my left side from acne I had during my pregnancy as well as some dark spots. They have lighten as well. I have been only using this product for a month and the results are amazing. I feel like if I keep using this product it will not only slow down the aging process but also make my dark spots nearly vanish. I will be posting and update once I have thoroughly used this product.
I did some research on why this peel worked so well. Some of the ingredients in it are pretty amazing for the skin. Before I get to that I always recommend that getting enough rest and water are essential to having great looking skin. Besides using SPF in your daily skin care routine, make sure not to get too much sun. I know that sounds ridiculous and hard to do but its all about how important you skin is to you. Your skin is the largest organ of the human body and the first line of defense; you should take care of it.
This fabulous peel contains vitamin C. Why is this important for you skin? Well that is because not only does it help with dark spots, dullness but it brightens the skin and contains a powerful antioxidants that help boost collagen levels that help combat the aging process.
Collagen is a structural support protein that is essential for firm, youthful skin. Overall, the amount of collagen in the skin tends to decline with age, an ongoing process that is accelerated by a number of factors like sunlight, smoking, free radicals, and inflammation. As the synthesis of new collagen slows down, topical vitamin C is one of the most effective ways to boost collagen synthesis and slow its degradation.
In Tibet during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD), women who wanted to fight the outward signs of premature aging would rub sea buckthorn on their face and hands. The golden-orange berries of the sea buckhorn plant yield a deep-colored oil that is a major source of vitamin C.
It also contains carrot seed oil. This is important because it helps with by balancing dry skin, while helping with age spots and sun damage. Scientists think this has something to do with the "carotol," a primary component found in carrot seed oil. Rumor has it that this can also help with sensitive skin as well. It can help moisturize dry skin and oily skin without clogging your pores. In other words this is great for all skin types.
Another key ingredient is lactic acid. This helps to exfoliate the skin without irritating it. This ingredient is controversial because some say it can lead to increased sun damage. While others say it can help reduce the appearance of aging, and they can be an especially good remedy against fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of premature aging from sun damage. Lactic acid is an alpa-hydroxy acid.
Not all skin texture problems can be solved with an AHA product. If your skin develops thick patches or there are areas of swelling and lactic acid doesn't seem to be working, it's time to see a doctor. Some skin conditions are caused by rosacea, skin cancer and other underlying illnesses such as diabetes, a vitamin deficiency or a thyroid problem.
AHA peels are used with good outcomes for people with pigmentation conditions such as melasma, lentigo or freckles, and may help reduce or improve the appearance of acne scars. The reason there is concern over lactic acid and increased sun damage is that using lactic acid creams, lotions and peels also increases your skin's sensitivity to the sun, so it's important to be vigilant about sun protection, from regular applications of sunscreen to remembering to wear a hat, every day.
Like how I mentioned earlier this is a dual step process. Step 1: After you have washed and toned your face (Yes! tone before you use this product.), smooth peel over your face. Massage gently in circular motions for 3 minutes. Step 2: Mix the activator in your hands and massage onto your face over the peel. After one minute, rinse well with warm water and pat dry. At this point you can following with your face cream. You can do this once a week. I wouldn't do it more just in case you might irritate your skin.
Another good things about this peel is that it does not contain any parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, sulfates and mineral oils. The peel costs $100 but it is worth it. You know I don't really like over prices things that just do what other products do. However, this is something that everyone should be doing and it is a lot cheaper than getting a facial done at a salon. Well there you have it babes. Till next time. xoxo
Sephora Birthday Gift 2017
Hi babes!! I'm reviewing my Sephora birthday gift. This year you had the choice between a Tarte sample set; that brought a small blush and a lip paint mini. I already had those so I went with the Claudalie set. It came with the Vinoperfect radiance serum and the Vinosource moisturizing sorbet cream.
The serum is an anti-dark spot serum. Not only does it help lighten dark spots but it also helps with preventing them. It also helps boost radiance and even out skin tone. It's an oil free product that is ideal for all skin types. In order to see results you should at least try this product for a minimum of 3 months.
It has definitely helped with my dark spots and has made my skin more radiant. I have that inner glow like when I was pregnant with my little ones. The bottle design was great for easy application. You put it on after you tone and before you moisturize; day and night. Like any product use as directed to get the desired results. If you're looking to perfect your complexion then I recommend this hands down.
The cream melts right into your skin without leaving a residue. Its lightweight and leaves your skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. Thanks to its "quick break" lipophilic technology, this cream to gel moisturizer will go onto the skin as a cream & finish as a gel on contact, creating a patch of moisture to help soothe, hydrate and strengthen the skin.
My skin said "thank you", because it felt to hydrated ever time I used it. My skin felt supple. It is indeed a lightweight cream, so, I felt very comfortable day or night. My skin was the perfect canvas during the day. I didn't have to use a primer prior to my makeup application. You only need to use a pea size amount and you're good to go. If you are looking to use less product on your face when you put on makeup then I recommend this product, other wise I'll say you can do with out.
I always end up loving my birthday gift from Sephora. I recommend becoming a rewards members. You end up getting goodies just like this one. The serum is a must try; and the cream is something that I leave up to you. Treat yourselves from time to time and till next time lovelies!! xoxo
Rodan + Fields
Hi babes! I'm here to review the eye cloths from Rodan + Fields. These eye cloths are a makeup remover. While you can you any makeup remover for the eyes, I personally like to use make removers that are specially formulated for the eye area. The skin around the eyes is very delicate and its important to take care of it.
Let me tell you a little bit about this product. The eye cloths are supposed to gently remove makeup around the eyes while revealing younger and firmer looking skin. This is a two and one product that is supposed to remove that stubborn eye makeup while combating signs of aging. Each cloth contains peptides that help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It's also supposed to help with tired eyes and reduce puffiness.
This product for me was a definite no for me. First I where contacts and that does not have an effect on my contacts. However, that is the only positive thing I can say about it. It does not gently remove eye makeup. I have to rub my eyes very hard in order to get that stubborn eye liner off. This didn't make me feel comfortable at all. The wipes are textured and gritty. I felt like I was exfoliating my eye area rather than soothing it.
You get 30 cloths in the pack and it cost $32. That's a little over a dollar for each wipe which is not worth it. Maybe it would have been if it backed up its claims. I was sadly disappointed with this product. So far the best eye makeup remover that I always go back to is "Just release me" from philosophy.com and it's currently on sale for $13.30 original price at $19. It last me for six months and worth every penny. It oil based and safe for contact users. So, save your money and skip Rodan+Fields eye cloths. Till next time lovelies! xoxo


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Paris is known as the City of Light, but it may need to temporarily change its nickname to the City of Snow after a massive snowfall on the French capital on Feb. 7.
According to Reuters, as much as six inches (15 centimeters) of snow covered Paris, making it the largest amount of snow the city has seen since 2013. It resulted in snarled traffic, an opportunity to ski through the streets and some very cold tourists.
Iconic tourism spots, like the Bassin de Latone in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles, took on a new look thanks to the snow.
The snowfall caused a widespread disruption of traffic around the region, leaving motorists and other travelers stranded.
French government spokesman Benjamin Griveaux said what could be done to minimize travel disruptions had been done — but road grit wasn't likely to help given the large amount of snow.
Emergency shelters, like this one installed at the Robert Wagner gymnasium in the Paris suburb Velizy-Villacoublay, were available to motorists who had to abandon their cars. Reuters reported that around 1,500 people needed shelters between Tuesday night and Wednesday.
Griveaux said the weather was so unusual for Paris that the city was as prepared as it will ever be for future incidents like this, telling RTL radio, "We're not going to adapt our infrastructure for an exceptional occurrence, for two big snowfalls that happen every four or five years."
Still, plenty of folks have been taking the opportunity to have fun, including skiing down Montmartre hill in front of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
The Eiffel Tower closed to visitors by Tuesday afternoon, before the heaviest snowfall had arrived, but the streets of Paris, like this snow-covered alley on the Champ de Mars, were still open to the public.
Other Parisian tourism attractions like the gardens at the Palace of Versailles, were still open, giving visitors a new way to experience a classic attraction.
Even houseboats on the Seine received a dusting of snow.
As Paris heads into another night, residents can expect below-freezing temperatures of 28 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 2 degrees Celsius). Roads are frozen and icy, so motorists have been advised to stay off the roads. Train service is expected to improve, but delays are still likely.
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Casual games have really taken off in the last couple years and it's in no small part due to the folks over at Rovio and Angry Birds but, they're no longer the king. Physics has proven itself as a mechanic in games that not only resonates with casual gamers but all gamers. The key to developing a good game to take advantage of this however is not just to throw it in there but to make a game that works with it. That sort of marriage between gameplay and setting is what made Angry Birds so successful but now, we have a contender for their crown as the casual masters of physics based gaming – Jellyflop. Read on to see why we might have a new champion in town.
Description: When playing Jellyflop you're thrown into the ocean to assume the role of Jelly, a jelly fish who one day sees the sea gulls up above and wishes to fly. When a feather falls down to the sea he has an idea! If Jelly can find enough feathers then surely he'll be able to reach the same heights as his winged friends! Either way, it's your job to help Jelly get his hands on all the feathers he can get. In order to do this you've got to get Jelly to the feathers on the opposite side of the level. It's not always easy but it's almost always fun! Take a look at the trailer below:
How It Works: All you have to is to go ahead and install the game from the Play Store – no further downloads needed here. Once you've gone and launched the app for the first time you'll be greeted with a cutscene of Jelly looking up to the sea gulls and ultimately, what gives him the idea to go on this adventure in the first place.
Brilliantly, the game explains how to play the game as you using the first few levels as a sort of tutorial as you can see below:
It's really quite intuitive and once you get past the basics the games lets you solve Jelly's problems on your own. You can pivot and resize however many lines you've drawn. However, you need to make sure that you don't run out of jelly in the bottom left – making lines smaller will refill your meter and making them any bigger will reduce the amount you have. You can draw as many as you like and that really comes in handy later on when faced with things like the teleporters:
It's important to collect as many of the droplets as you can because you can unlock hats for Jelly and dress him up in hats from the left hand side of the pause menu. You can also pet Jelly as well, great little feature for kids!
Opinion: There's no getting away from it, Jellyflop reminds me very much of both Angry Birds and Cut the Rope but that's certainly not a bad thing at all. After all, Battlefiend is a lot like Call of Duty but both very different games. There's a good balance between flexibility and a linear game path in Jellyflop, it's clear what you need to do but how you do it is up to you and whilst there's probably only a few methods to successfully complete a level, you're given the impression that there's far more out there. Which is what we want from games that we interact with by touch – it's something that's more intuitive than anything else and so our games should become that way as well.
- Speed (4/5) – Whilst the game starts off quickly with a good tutorial some levels will really slow you down – you'll just have to think harder!
- Features (5/5) – The combination of physics and puzzle mechanics here work really well and they're something that a lot of players will enjoy.
- Theme (5/5) – Right from the opening cutscene you can see that there's been a lot of care taken with visuals – the game has immense charm.
- Overall (5/5) – I've really enjoyed Jellyflop and I'm sure that it'll appeal to all ages out there.
- Gameplay is fun and never repetitive.
- Stunning visuals will appeal to all, young or old.
- Being able to customise Jelly's appearance will be good for the kids.
- Tutorial at the beginning of Jellyflop really helps.
- The steep jump in difficulty from the tutorial to the coming levels might turn some off.
Conclusion: There's so much to love about Jellyflop that only the biggest of PC and console gamers will dismiss this and even if they did they'd be foolish to because this is one of the best games coming to Android. It's got appeal for young and old audiences alike and is particularly a game you play with the kids without any worry of content. At the same time though, the levels are challenging enough to keep casual gamers more than occupied with what's on offer! If you haven't done so already, go ahead and get it in the Play Store now!


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Viewing on mobile? Click here to watch James Acaster's routine. Warning: clip contains strong language
This routine is based on a real-life event, but I changed a lot of the details, such as people's names and where it took place and the circumstances under which it took place in. Not to protect the people involved but to protect myself from the people involved, because I'm a coward and was scared they might confront me.
The true part is that someone I spent a night out with cheated on their partner and used the phrase: "You wouldn't bring an apple to an orchard, would you?" I wanted to write a routine about it, first of all because it had made me angry. I don't often do that, but it had annoyed me enough that I decided to at least rant about it at a couple of new-material nights so I could get it out of my system.
I also wanted to talk about the event because I don't see this point of view represented in standup very often. Usually if people talk about infidelity the humour comes from glorifying the person who cheated, because taking the opposite side to everyone else is funnier. So I wanted to see if I could approach it differently.
I knew I couldn't argue it in any way that made sense though, and I knew that the person I am on stage would sooner get caught up in the little details than address the big issue head-on. The phrase itself was perfect so I started out making fun of that. It went really well early on and then stopped working for a couple of months and I wasn't sure why. I sat down and attacked it from every angle I could think of to try to find more jokes. In the end the main joke turned out to be the fact I was attacking it from so many angles and over-thinking such a minor part of the incident.
I then had to work on the performance. Although I am usually understated, I knew I had to get at least slightly worked up about it. Sometimes I'd give it too much, other times too little. But eventually, I think, I landed on the right amount of outrage and pedantry that made the routine work. (But not all the time. Obviously. Like, one in three times, maybe. Max ...)
• James Acaster is at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh, during 1-4 and 6-24 August.
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Book Review : Scandalous Housewives Mumbai by Madhuri Banerjee. More than raunchy tale of Lust, Kinky Sex!
Madhuri Banerjee is back with another racy read on love and relationships titled 'SCANDALOUS HOUSEWIVES: MUMBAI'. The book revolves around the lives of four housewives living in a residential high-rise of Mumbai. As the parallel stories of these four women move forward, the reader is compelled to ponder upon the role a housewife (read homemaker) plays in a family.
The book promises a raunchy tale of lust, lies, betrayal and of course a final show down but I would urge you not to judge the book by its cover. At many points the novel surprises the reader by the immense depth of its female characters and their paradigm shifting portrayal. Amidst the kinky sex episodes and saucy secrets, the author portrays the 'lovely ladies' in bold colours of liberty, breaking all forms of restraint; pushing all boundaries and stepping over all thresholds.
The plot of the story, though thin through the first-half, gathers pace as the story progresses. The lives of the four friends entangle in a meshwork of explosive lies and as all of them strive to maintain the peace of their households, a threatening email shatters everything to the floor; and this marks the real and ultimate test of their ties of friendship. However will they survive?
Madhuri Banerjee's book may seem to some as inspired by the popular US sitcom , the Desperate Housewives. And it can be. But tell you, there are no sweeping similarities between the two. For instance, in one of the episodes of Desperate housewives, one of the housewives is shown to be deeply unnerved by his son's gay encounter with her boyfriend. In an increasing quirky World, where every author seems to be in big pressure to include the gay angles to their novels, Madhuri's novel keeps a distance from it. The forbidden relationship the novel talks about though, is the one between Gita and her brother-in-law. This excuses the author from any inspiration, whatsoever. As instead of blindly following something, she chose to include a much more common proscribed relationship in Indian society. The one Gita finds herself in.
I must mention here that the plot is a little unfathomable and shaky at certain points, which is a major turn off. This line marks my favourite point in the novel – "The best thing a father can give to a child is respect to the mother."
If you're looking for a masala weekend read, I'd say go for 'Scandalous Housewives: Mumbai' and you may end up with a little more than you bargained for.
I have purposefully not given it any ratings. I wrote the review keeping in mind that the reader would pick it up just as a weekend read. I haven't judged it with the same standards as I would an Ayn Rand book. I hope that's okay.
About Madhuri Banerjee
Madhuri Banerjee, a bestselling author who gained popularity right after the release of her first novel, 'Losing My Virginity and other …', acquired a masters degree in Mass Communication and Films from Jamia Milia Islamia, Delhi. She won a national award for best documentary on women issues for her thesis film "Between Dualities."
She is an active blogger, screenplay writer, Ad film director, columnist and relationship advisor. She prides herself on being a mother.


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Beyond snagging the perfect guy, every bride dreams of finding that one, incredible dress that will make your heart beat faster (and your mom cry, obvs). Well, imagine if the sister of your groom-to-be happened to be a world-famous bridal designer? OMG dream come true, right? That's what happened to today's bride, Kim, but her knockout gown is only one reason I'm so excited to share her and sweetheart Jonathan's wedding with you. It took place at enchanted forest glass marquee venue Die Woud for one (and was every bit as romantic as that implies), and it was created by a procession of local wedding pros we love, including Bright and Beautiful's incredible florals, Blooming Wonderful's fabulous decor, and tunes by The Wedding DJ's. Oh, and it has a cake swing and a G&T bar. I mean, does it get any more perfect? Knit Together Photography were on the scene to capture these beautiful images!
Love Story
Johnny and I were introduced by a mutual close friend just over five years ago at a music festival at the V&A Waterfront. His intrigue began when I pulled him through the crowd to dance with us when friends were looking for him. I was there for a friend's farewell, and didn't want to get distracted, so when he tried to kiss me I ran away (to his dismay!) We didn't see each other for a few months, but by an incredible stroke of fate (or luck) he turned up next to me at a bar in Cape Town and we've been pretty much inseparable since.
The Proposal
We were on holiday at his family's ancestral home in Ireland, Springfield Castle. As this was a family Christmas holiday (and there were around 20 of us staying together) he struggled to get me alone! He eventually proposed in a little cottage ruin in the garden at the beginning of a morning walk on 21 December (our summer solstice, although it was winter there). We kept it our secret for most of the day, which was super romantic but also very tough! His dad has recently restored an old keep on the property, and the plan was to light the first fire in the keep that evening in over 100 years. We used this as an excuse to get everyone together, give them all champagne and announce our engagement. Needless to say, what we fondly remember as 'our big fat family engagement party' roared into the evening with champagne flowing, Irish dancing and tons of love and excitement.
The Venue
We were desperate to have not just our ceremony, but also our reception outside. Although there are an enormous number of wedding venues in Cape Town, this actually narrowed it down quite significantly. We visited a couple of wine farms, but none were really what we were looking for. We wanted something different and with the opportunity to make it our own. A friend sent us the link to Die Woud, and we went to see the venue the following weekend. We absolutely loved it! We loved that it is quite different to most of the venues around Cape Town (an enchanted fairytale forest), that the reception area is protected from the weather but still allows you to feel like you are dining outside, and that the venue is basically just a shell, letting you create whatever atmosphere/look you prefer. We also liked that the cocktail area is in the same place as the reception venue. We have found at previous weddings that we've been to that this works best for your guests from the perspective of the flow of the evening. Your guests feel comfortable to put their jackets/bags/shoes down, find their spot and relax.
Wedding Style
We wanted to keep things quite simple: to enhance the beautiful forest around us and to try and bring some of that inside in a slightly more modern/chic style than usual. We therefore stuck to greens/whites and off-whites, but wanted these colours to be relatively bold, e.g. bright greens rather than dusty. We were also keen to bring in a touch of gold. Neva Ward of Bright and Beautiful did the translating. She is incredibly creative, and works very carefully within your budget. We trusted her to develop a lot of the details, and she checked in with us along the way to make sure we were still on track.
Wedding Details
To try and overcome the impossibility of thanking everyone and speaking to each person individually, we decided to write everyone a brief but very personal note. These were clipped to the inside of each name tag. This is probably the thing that is spoken about the most when our wedding comes up; it seems to have meant an enormous amount to our friends and family, and we love that we were able to ensure that everyone felt personally included.
DIY Elements
The stationery was pretty DIY. Joni's cousin, Abi Devries of BrandKindly assisted us in designing the invitations and name tags, and we did all the printing ourselves. As mentioned, these included printed personal notes clipped to the inside. I created the black and white framed boards to describe the different gins used at the gin bar, the cupcakes on the cake swing, etc. We also put together the gin bar: researched and sourced the craft gins and tonics, as well as the accompaniments, to ensure they were combined in just the right way.
The Flowers
We wanted bold and bright whites and crisp greens, a mix of soft and stiff, combinations of flowers, leaves and succulents. Initially, we were thinking along the lines of runners with loads of greenery and touches of white. But with the guidance of our florist, Neva, we settled on a more edgy, minimalist look for table decor. The magical forest surrounds the glass marquee and inside a collection of white ceramic and glass containers filled with a variety of single type flowers and greenery. Our archway in the ceremony area blended into the forest and the same look was incorporated into our hanging cake stand. Bouquets were casual, as if bunches of greenery had been gathered and tied. My own bouquet was a classic cascade.
The Dress
I have been lucky enough to marry the brother of Catherine Deane, an international dress designer based in Hong Kong. She has the most exquisite range of bridal (and other ready to wear) dresses that I could have only dreamed of being able to choose from. On the evening of our engagement she was kind enough to offer to do my dress as a wedding gift! The is not only special because of the unbelievable memories that I have from the actual day, but also because five months before our wedding my mom, sister and I decided on a whim to fly to Hong Kong to visit Cath to choose the dress, and planned a week holiday in Hong Kong around it! I spent two days skipping around the studio in her exquisite creations, having incredible difficulty trying to narrow it down. When I eventually settled on one on the second day and we were all a bit teary, I knew it was my dress. The dress was a custom design but taking inspiration from the FREYA gown, using 18m of silk chiffon in the skirt, and opalescent diamanté beading on the bodice. It was beautifully light and comfortable, and ensured that I felt like an absolute princess.
The Bridesmaids
I was not the only one lucky enough to wear Catherine Deane on the day of my wedding. She also did the bridesmaids' separates. The ensemble was the Mia cami and Anika skirt. These were done in custom colours. I had four bridesmaids, and two we did in a light sea foam, and the other two a slightly darker shade of the same colour. I decided on the separates for three reasons: the sizing in separates is quite simple, I wanted each girl to feel comfortable and they are re-wearable together or apart. Cath also dressed both moms and sisters.
Memorable Moments
There are so many! But one of my favourites was walking into the reception area. Never in my life have I felt so much love, support and excitement. It was tangible, completely filled the room. An explosive feeling that I simply cannot describe.
Proudly South African Details
Our gin bar! In deciding on the G&Ts our only prerequisite was that both the gins and the tonics needed to be locally produced in and around South Africa; more specifically, Cape Town.
Best Decision
The area of focus. Both of us agreed right from the start that the focus needs to be on your guests and their experience. Our view was that the ceremony is about us, and the reception is about them. So every decision we made, the flow, the timing, the details, all had our friends and family in mind rather than ourselves. I'm quite sure that it was this focus that created such a wonderful, relaxed and happy atmosphere.
Advice for Future Brides & Grooms
Plan a moment into your day for just the two of you. The way we did this, was I had asked my maid of honour, Paula, to meet us with two glasses of champagne a little distance from the reception area, between our photographs and us entering the room. This was the first time that we were actually able to take in what had just transpired, without guests, without photographers, away from the chaos. That break of 10 or 15 minutes was the most wonderful and intimate pause. A drink as husband and wife. I think a version of this is mandatory to build into every wedding schedule.
Venue & catering: Die Woud | Photography: Knit Together Photography | Flowers & décor: Neva Ward for Bright and Beautiful | Video: This Is Epitome | Cake: Velvet Cake Co | Bride's dress: Catherine Deane | Hair: Juliette Carroll | Bridesmaids' dresses: Catherine Deane | Groom's attire: Fabiani | Hiring: Goeters (furniture & lighting) + Blooming Wonderful (table decor) | Chalkboard art: Bazil Baxter | DJ: The Wedding DJ's | Music: Ray Connell (LoneRaynger) | Accommodation: Barton Vineyards and Villas
More real forest weddings:
- Champagne Rustic Wedding at Die Woud
- Ravishing Forest Feast Wedding at Die Woud
- Quirky Elegance Forest Wedding at De Uijlenes
- Fynbos in the Forest Wedding by Cabbage & Rose
- Charming Forest Wedding at Florence Farm
Find more forest wedding inspiration on our Pinterest board!


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Sorry if you're one of the people that have been eagerly waiting for me to post about the newest Costco Coupon Book this week. I just got mine in yesterday's mail, finally. Nothing like keeping the suspense of what will be in it until the very last minute! I've created a PDF of the February 2010 Costco coupon book that you can view online, in case you too haven't gotten your coupon book yet. The February 2010 Costco Coupon Book is good from February 4th through February 28th.
This month there are more than $1,500.00 in coupon savings, plus an additional $3,600.00 in savings through Costco.com. There are also some good instant savings deals, which do not require a coupon. There's also a coupon for tires: $70.00 off a set of Michelins or $60.00 off a set of BFGoodrich tires. There seem to be a fair number of computer coupons this month too, which seems out of season since usually they have those around the start of the school year.
There are a couple of coupons that I wanted to point out and a lot of the other things I would recommend, I've written about before so you can do a search for those items if you're interested in my reviews (like the KS laundry detergent, Palermo's Primo pizzas, OxiClean, or Ziplocs).
- Pierre Signatures Flame Broiled Angus Cheeseburgers, 8 – 5.9 ounce burgers, $3.50 off; limit 4 – Okay, I've been hearing about these little fully cooked, ready to go cheeseburgers for over a year now from my mom. Unfortunately, they never had them in Austin store, which was a real bummer to me. We had the pre-cooked patties that you just had to reheat, but these are whole burgers. If you are like me and have never seen these in the wild, they are composed of a sesame seed bun, a slice of cheddar cheese (it looks like), and a USDA choice beef patty. My mom swears these are so good that you'd never know you were eating a pre-cooked, heated in the microwave burger. I'm guessing that these would be great to take to work since you just have to microwave them for a bit and you've got a tasty burger. Maybe I'll finally get a chance to see what all the fuss is about.
- Brawny Pick-a-Size Roll Towels, 15 rolls of 126 sheets, $3.50 off; limit 2 – There's a new paper towel in town. I can definitely see the advantage of being able to rip off a smaller sized paper towel though. I mean, sometimes you just don't need the full sheet, and it is pretty wasteful to rip off a big sheet for a little tiny spill. I wonder if this means they've gotten rid of the Bounty towels completely.
- Jet-Dry or Finish Tabs, $3.50 off; limit 2 – I just wanted to point out that this coupon has gotten worse and worse over the last year or so. It used to be that there was a coupon deal that was amazing: buy one, get one free on the dishwasher tabs. So, that ended up being a savings of like $11.00 or very near that. But then last year they started making it for $4.50 off, and now it is down to just $3.50 off. I mean, it's still a good deal (as coupons are if you buy the item) because you use either of these items, just not as good as it used to be and that makes me a little sad.
- ThermaCare Heating Wraps, back – 6 count, neck – 9 count, $3.00 off; limit 5 – This coupon is actually combined with one for Advil but it's just the ThermaCare that I wanted to mention really. If you've got back pain issues that are aided by a little heat and relaxation, then you really need to think about getting some of these. They work by magic as far as I can tell. Somehow when you open the pack the little puck like things in the wrap start to heat up, and miraculously stay quite warm for hours and hours, like 8 at least. They do lose a bit of the temperature as time wares on but they are still heating and affective after several hours. I don't know about the neck version, but the back wrap is thin enough and unobtrusive enough that you can actually wear it under your clothing without it being obvious. The last time my back started doing some nasty spasms I broke out a little ThermaCare wrap and it allowed me to actually do something besides writhe in pain or take a bunch of medication.
- Intuit Software – There are two different coupons for Intuit software, either for home or business this month. You can either get $20.00 off Quicken or $60.00 off QuickBooks. We've been using Quicken for ages now and like it for the most part. There are a few things that they have changed from version to version in the last 15 years that we wish they would change back. But that's probably more about us learning to do things a little differently, than it actually being badly designed; old dog, new tricks, you know how it is. If you've got a business though, you might want to look into QuickBooks because it is great for keeping track of payroll, expenses, and invoices to customers. From what I've read they have greatly improved QuickBooks in the last few years. So, if you tried it a while ago, you might want to give it another chance. You can get the software either in the store or online at Costco.com and there is a limit of 2 for these coupons.


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Wow, spring is officially here but it still feels like winter. Forecast is calling for more possible snow this evening. Oh well, at least the house is decorated for spring. Just finished "Eggs" by Shepherd's Bush and was very happy with the fabric kit for the hanging pillow. What is also fun to do is to get out the finished Easter projects from previous years. "Just Bee Yourself" is a cheerful design from SamSarah that is finished as a simple pillow and next is "CottonTail Heart" which is a design from Mosey'n Me that I had finished as a stand-up.
In the last two weeks I finished "Easter Parade" basket by Blackbird Designs and "Hunt" by Shepherd's Bush. Stay tuned for photos of the finished projects.
Recently someone gave me the idea of doing Christmas projects on the 25th of each month for a week. This way you can stay ahead of your Christmas projects and have great gift items for your friends. So, today is the 25th and I am signing off to work on a Christmas project.


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On July 1st, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will move from the American Athletic Conference to join the Big Ten for all university sports. The school will bring in significantly more money in its new conference, and a change of scenery certainly can't hurt — Rutgers didn't fare so well in the football standings and isn't performing much better this season on the hardwood.
Even though the move is still months away, Rutgers is already getting prepared for the switch. In fact, the Big Ten Conference logo has already been placed on the field at High Point Solutions Stadium, according to Senior Associate AD of Communications Jason Baum:
Love this view from the office now … #WeRB1G pic.twitter.com/TLkEE4JtRU
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A world of opportunities for dental health awaits us in the new dentistry. Using the old dentistry, dental care professionals did their best to provide a high quality of service given the state of knowledge and technology at that time.
Through advancements in treatment, research, and the desire of the dental care profession to do more and do it better, the new dentistry has emerged giving you a better smile. It is based on a foundation with specific characteristics that are of great benefit to us as consumers.
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By Brian DesRoches, PhD
While many younger patients in the dental care office are cooperative and manageable without the need for sedative drugs, there are a significant number of children who cannot tolerate dental care without the use of these techniques.
For older, mildly apprehensive children, the use of oral conscious sedation may prove effective during dental care. Drugs such as chloral hydrate, Vistaril, Phenergan and Versed are frequently used either alone or in combinations selected by the sedation dentist for dental care.
Inhalation conscious sedation, using nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is also highly effective in a mildly apprehensive older child who is older than six years.
In some instances, the use of a physical restraint (known as a Papoose Board or PediWrap) may be necessary to minimize excessive movement (which could be dangerous) during dental care treatment.
Naturally, many younger children are not mature enough to understand the need for their cooperation during dental care treatment. In this situation, the techniques described above have little chance for success. Deep sedation or general anesthesia may be required for dental care treatment to be successfully provided.
When this is necessary, the sedation dentist will employ a highly trained and certified dentist anesthesiologist, medical anesthesiologist, or, in some cases, nurse anesthetist, whose sole responsibility is to ensure the safety of the child while the dental care is being done.
Dentists trained to administer general anesthesia have received a minimum of two years of specialized advanced training and have been certified by their state Board of Dental Examiners.
Monitoring devices, some of which evaluate breathing, blood pressure and heart rate, will be employed by the sedation dentist to help ensure the safety of the procedure.
All aspects of the child's medical history, including any drugs he/she may be taking, should be disclosed to the dentist before any dental care.
It is suggested that the parent ask the following questions of their dentist prior to signing an informed consent granting permission for the administration of conscious sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia to a child:
The administration of local anesthetics (commonly known as Novocain) is needed whenever potentially painful dental care procedures are performed (even during conscious sedation dentistry and general anesthesia).
The administration of local anesthetics to children by a trained sedation dentist is extremely safe and represents the ideal means of providing comfortable dental care treatment.
The following are some of the procedures the doctor might use to make this procedure more comfortable for the child:
The duration of the numbness varies from drug to drug - some providing a short duration (two to three hours), with others remaining effective for up to twelve hours. The sedation dentist will select a drug for the child that is appropriate for the planned dental care procedure.
Since a child's tongue and/or lip may remain numb for several hours after the completion of their dental care treatment, the parent should carefully watch the child to prevent them from accidentally biting and injuring their lip or tongue during this period of time.
Properly administered, local anesthetics are safe and effective in almost 100% of younger patients. If a child is unable to tolerate the injection of the local anesthetic in their mouth, it may be necessary to use one of the techniques of conscious sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia.
Local anesthetics can safely be administered by a trained sedation dentist to patients receiving sedation or general anesthesia during their dentistry visit.
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Christine describes the devastating impact alcoholism has had on her and her family. From growing up with an alcoholic mother, to being drawn to alcoholic partners who were abusive, she describes how Al-Anon has given her the strength and support to change and have a positive impact on her children.
"I grew up in, what looked from the outside, as a typical family in the 1970's. Husband and wife with two kids. The reality was quite different. My parents both had addict fathers and my sister had anger issues. My mother was an alcoholic who drank daily, and my father always took her side and protected her from any harm.
My earliest memory of childhood was when I was three years old - playing a game with mum; topping the alcohol bottles back up with water so that dad wouldn't notice she had drunk all of the drink.
I knew even at that young age that what we were doing was wrong, especially when mum told me to keep it a secret. I learnt early on from both my parents to keep secrets and to never speak the truth about mum's drinking to anyone. Even when mum was drunk for all to see - stumbling, slurring her words and talking nonsense - we all pretended everything was fine. I felt embarrassed, ashamed and responsible. I doubted myself and wondered if I was exaggerating about mum's drinking. I resented dad for not stopping her. I didn't feel good enough and unloved by my mum - because if she loved me she would stop drinking. My mum was a nasty drunk who would scream at me and throw me out on a regular basis. I would wait until early evening when I knew she would be unconscious on the sofa to return. This carried on for years until one day I didn't go back. I was 17 years old and felt rejected and alone.
I rushed into a relationship with the first person who showed me some attention so that I could start a family of my own and make everything "right". We married and had two children; again it looked from the outside like a normal family. The truth was that I felt trapped with my husband who was physically, emotionally and sexually abusive. I tried to hide what was happening from our children though the abuse progressed and eventually it got to the point where my seven year old daughter stood in the door way pleading with me to leave because "daddy nearly killed mummy".
I knew she was right so we waited for my husband to leave for work the next day before escaping.
Although we escaped I couldn't escape from myself. I felt like a failure; I believed all the hurtful words my husband had told me. I was suffering from depression and an eating disorder whilst trying to make a home for myself and my children. Six months later I found myself in psychiatric unit after attempting suicide.
It was while I was in hospital that I first admitted the truth about my childhood and abusive marriage. I also met the next alcoholic in my life; he was in hospital because of his alcoholism. He was very loving which was what I had always craved, although he was also very demanding. My doctor suggested that I go to Al-Anon for support and although I knew I was desperate to feel better it took another year and more suicide attempts before I finally went to a meeting.
The alcoholic and I were together three years before we parted - a short time but he had a huge impact on my children and I. Alcoholism is a devastating illness which affects everyone in contact with it. My children were brought up by an alcoholic/addict father and an adult child of an alcoholic hence they have been more than a little affected but with the help of Al-Anon I have been able to change and have a positive impact on my children.
My dad sadly passed away in 2009 and left an alcoholic wife alone. I was grateful that I spent my dad's last week in hospital with him.
The week my dad died was the last time I experienced my mum drunk. The only side effect of more than 40 years of daily drinking was that she developed the shakes, or so I suspected. After a year, I discovered that she was actually having symptoms of Parkinson's Disease and dementia. I became a full-time carer for my mum.
I was able to help and comfort my mum in a way I couldn't when she was still drinking, and I'm so grateful for that."
My New Year's Eve experience !
"December time filled me with dread rather than excitement. Traditionally New Year's Eve always involves people drinking alcohol, but that was something that never triggered happy memories for me.
My early memories of New Year's Eve were always spent in the same way. The whole day was a good excuse for mum to get drunk. She would stumble, slur her words, talk nonsense, start arguments and created an uncomfortable atmosphere. At midnight we would then open the front door, as did every household in the street and shout "happy new year!" Although the evening had been unpleasant, we all pretended everything was fine. I enjoyed those five minutes standing at the front door pretending we were a normal, happy family.
When I started my own family we never carried on the tradition. I was hoping to somehow make all past Christmases and New Year's Eve 'right' by making future ones joyous and peaceful. That never happened, and it made me feel like a failure. I tried to protect my children from witnessing my husband's behaviour during New Year's Eve by sending them to stay at my parent's home overnight. I would ignore my husband's New Year tradition (which consisted of drinking and taking drugs) by going to bed early. I would be asleep before midnight; avoiding all the unrealistic and high expectations about how wonderful seeing in the New Year would be. My sleep was always interrupted, and I would be woken by a kick or a punch from my husband. As I mentioned before, my husband was physically, emotionally and sexually abusive. New Year's Eve was never a happy time for me, I felt trapped and alone. I would sit looking out of the window daydreaming about how other families were spending their Christmas and New Year's Eve. Was everyone's celebrations full of happiness and laughter except for mine?
I finally found the courage to leave my husband two weeks before Christmas. It was one of the scariest moments of my life, but the relief was overwhelming. I spent the following New Year's Eve wide awake!
Being alone with two children came with new challenges but it was worth it. Since then, every December has been filled with joy. Alcoholism is a devastating family disease which affects everyone in contact with it.
Whilst attending Al-Anon Family Group meetings and with the help and support of other members I was able to change myself. In doing so it had a positive impact on my children. I then went on to meet my new partner who was a kind and gentle man, and started a healthy, loving relationship. He taught me how families could enjoy spending time in each other's company and celebrate the New Year without excessive alcohol. I began to spend New Year's Eve with my children, partner and sometimes with his family. The time we all spent together helped me create new and happy memories, I learnt how to feel excitement rather than dread."


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As Indians prepare to go to the polls for parliamentary elections, two top political parties have found a new way to campaign - by cellphone. The latest technology allows parties to instantly send voice and text messages to millions of voters around the country. Across India, tens of thousands of people have recently answered their cellphones and heard a surprising voice. It is Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, wishing them well and discussing the achievements he has made during the past 5 years in office.
...One text message, which almost rhymes in Hindi, plays upon the BJP logo -- a lotus flower, which will appear on the ballot. "The goal is Atal," it says, using the prime minister's first name, "Vote lotus."
The BJP also sends text messages of its logo which can be saved as cellphone wallpaper. If that is not enough, supporters can also download a special ring tone of a BJP election song. There will also be pop-up ads on popular Indian web pages.
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College Chinese Speech Contest
The top three winners will receive prizes and all participants will receive awards. The dinner reception will take place after the awards ceremony.
Speech Requirements
Format: Individual Speech
Choose one topic:
- My China Dream (我的中国梦)
- The Story of My Chinese Learning (我学汉语的故事)
- Create your Own Topic
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- 2-3 minutes (intermediate level)
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In this episode I welcome members of the band Saturn Moth. We hang out at the tiki bar and discuss how they got together, what their sound is like and spin a few tunes. Then we play Geek Battle! Who comes out the winner? Listen and find out.
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Lady Eagles Fend off Hebron Hawks in District Game
January 23, 2016
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The Lady Eagles came into Friday night's game in need of a victory to continue to improve on their playoff possibilities. The team advanced one step closer into the postseason with a 44-36 win against the Lewisville Farmers Friday Night.
"We're still neck and neck in the playoff run currently, it just depends on what Plano East does," Coach Rucker said on the status of the team's playoff hopes.. "If they happen to lose somewhere along the way, then our chances are much better."
Tonight's game was a defensive showcase for both teams, as exhibited early on by Allen not allowing a single point for the first three minutes of the game.
Allen set the pace for the game early, as the defense was displaying their talent by rarely allowing the Farmers in the paint, and fierce play by Nyah Green by adding in a couple of blocks helped the Eagles out. The score at the end of the first quarter was 12-7 Allen. As for the second quarter, the game was still being played at the same pace, as Allen continued to dominate the lead. The Lady Eagles led 22-14 at the end of the half because they had many good defensive plays, forcing multiple turnovers and blocks in the paint.
The second half didn't start off in Allen's favor, as the offensive momentum present throughout the first half was not there and the Lady Eagles let the lead slip. Lewisville caught up with Allen and tied the game at one point, but they were never able to take the lead. Allen eventually pulled away from the Farmers, and a big reason for this was two stellar offensive performances by Nyah Green and De'Anira Moore. Green finished the game 21 points, while Moore finished the night with 14 points of her own.
The Lady Eagles will take on a district opponent, The Hebron Hawks next Tuesday.
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Baker men fall to No. 18 Evangel
February 23, 2015
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In a hard-fought game at home on Saturday against the 18th-ranked Crusaders from Evangel University, the Wildcats fell 61-53. This loss puts the 'Cats at 9-17 on the season and 3-13 in the HAAC. After losing a heartbreaker to Avila on Thursday, 74-60, the Wildcats are not heading toward a happy postseason.
"It stinks we came up short," head coach Sean Dooley said. "When the game got tight, they were able to make plays on both ends of the floor and I told the guys 'we've got to learn from it.'"
The Crusaders went to the free-throw line 34 times and cashed in on 25 of their attempts, shooting 73.5 percent from the line. Baker had a better free-throw percentage of 87.5, but only came away with 7 free throws for the night.
Freshman guard Gregg Easter had an impressive game with 18 points, shooting 50 percent from the field, 4-of-5 from behind the arc and 2-for-2 from the charity stripe. It was obvious that Easter had a good feel for his shooting stroke on Saturday.
"I felt great," Easter said. "I knew that if I started the game playing good defense, it would transfer to the offensive end."
Junior forward Manuel Barnes put in 12 points of his own following the Avila game, in which he dropped 20. Senior guard EJ Carter had 11 points as well against the Crusaders and sophomore guard Javeion Gray led Baker with 5 assists.
The Wildcats have two games left this season. On Thursday they will travel to Peru, Nebraska, to face the Peru State Wildcats. Then the 'Cats will return home for their season finale against the Vikings from Missouri Valley College on Saturday.
"Our guys have been pretty resilient," Dooley said. "I expect nothing less than our best efforts on Thursday against Peru and then on Saturday versus Valley."


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Perfection vs. Execution
The video below took place after I had my production epiphany for episode 5. For me that's the moment when you capture something so perfect and wonderful that it doesn't matter how hard production is, it's all worth it. Ep5 has been such a roller coaster of complications and victories that it's hard to know where I stand at any given moment, but I do know that as tired as I was in the video below, I was genuinely happy and excited about how things were going.
Let's pick up where we left off last week. I said that the 38-setup intro sequence we were shooting last week was going to be the most technically difficult of the shoot. That's probably true, but we got it all and the footage is amazing. We even had a massive scheduling miscommunication resulting in me sitting on the ground and re-organizing the entire sequence shooting schedule in a couple minutes, the destruction of our one professional light, a misunderstood medical emergency resulting in me having to essentially puppeteer one of our actors, and we still finished an hour ahead of schedule.
We got our crane shots:
The western dolly Ryan had built the day before had one or two issues to work through but it performed beautifully:
And all in all, I couldn't be more pleased with the stuff we got:
The title of the post this week is in reference to a comment someone left on our production blog. For weeks I've been talking about all the complications that have arisen and how we've been dealing with them and carrying on. This person said, "Don't let perfection stand in the way of execution." That is staggeringly good advice and we've been very good about following it. If we were waiting for perfection, we'd still be sitting at the starting line. We have had the entire scope of human drama stop scheduled shoot days for episode 5; I'm not even exaggerating right now, our current list of reasons for rescheduling includes a birthday and a death. We've pushed ourselves so hard and fast that several of us woke up the next morning feeling like someone had beaten us in our sleep with a sack full of bitterness. Locations gone, offers of help rescinded, actors dropping out or suddenly incapacitated. I realize that I might sound like I'm complaining again, but I'm actually chuckling as I type this. Everything has tried to kill Ep5, but we're still on our feet and so far the footage we've gotten puts every other episode to shame. I don't know if I'm tempting fate right now, but we're going to get through this, and Ep5 is going to be outstanding.
My general thoughts on the issue of perfection versus execution is that if you want to turn your idea into anything tangible you have to set your sights on execution every time. The only time your project is perfect is as a pure and unsoiled concept. The only way to actually force it into reality as a tangible thing is through a series of limitation-imposed compromises. But if you can roll with the punches, you have a great group of people working with you, and you work as hard as you possibly can, you can still achieve something closer to perfection than you ever imagined. That's probably why I'm still doing this.
Jarvi out.
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What a great photo of Ryan and Jake!


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