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Unitarian Universalists are interested in "growth." Congregations want to know how to "grow" and the Unitarian Universalist Association as a whole wants to "grow." The facebook page UU Growth Lab expanded exponentially and has over 1,000 members. The Unitarian Universalist Association now has "Growth Specialists" on their national staff. I am a fan of both the UU Growth Lab and our UU Growth Specialists. I'm not a fan because the lab and the specialists deal with "growth." I am fan of the Lab and the Specialists because they discuss ways to energize, revitalize, and renew Unitarian Universalism. Ironically, or maybe it's paradoxically, I do not think focussing on "growth" is a particularly good way to do these things. All too frequently the growth discussion is dominated by numerical growth. Numerical growth means increasing membership and growing involves attracting more people to our congregations (and our movement) and better ways to advertise, promote, and brand ourselves. None of this is in and of itself is bad. These are good things for congregations and the UUA to know how to do as effectively as possible. I want there to be many more Unitarian Universalists too. Yet, I wonder if we can be doing more than "growing."
I've begun thinking recently of growth as the Unitarian Universalist version of "saved." Many evangelical Christians, especially in the bible belt, want to "save" you. They ask if you are "saved" by which they mean they want to know if you have accepted Jesus as your personal Lord and savior so that an angry God won't send you hell. This is something at which Unitarian Universalists recoil as a general rule. However, I wonder if our fascination with growth amounts to much the same thing. When an Evangelical asks if you are "saved," they are not concerned with your lived experience, they want to know if you have stated the correct doctrinal formula, accepted Jesus, and believe in the creeds of the church, the inerrancy of the bible and so on. The big concern is not really you, but whether or not you have joined the team; whether or not you have become one of them; whether or not you call yourself a Christian. When Unitarian Universalists speak of growth, they don't really want to know how much spiritual deepening you've done, how much spiritual growth you've experienced, or how much service you've rendered to your community. What Unitarian Universalists want to know is "are you one of us?" Have you joined the tribe or have you gotten others to join the tribe? Both growth and being saved strike me as being more about increasing the number of people in the fold than anything else.
Christians who are preoccupied with saving souls for Jesus are usually not very involved in feeding the hungry, housing the homeless, caring for the sick and dying and bereaved, or championing the causes of social, economic and environmental justice. I worry that as Unitarian Universalism gathers steam around "growth," Unitarian Universalists become no more deeply involved in feeding the hungry, housing the homeless, caring for the sick, or Standing on the Side of Love. The mission of those interested in saving souls and the mission of those interested in growth seem to be the same – to increase the numbers of those who claim the faith.
I wonder if Unitarian Universalism puts so much energy into growth is because we lack a driving mission. I get the feeling that the mission and purpose of Unitarian Universalism is to make more Unitarian Universalists. When we have more Unitarian Universalists we will teach them how to make more Unitarian Universalists. Aren't there better things for us to be doing?
My lack of interest in and my lack of respect for Christians who are interested in saving souls has nothing to do with their passion for their faith. I don't respect saving souls for saving souls sake. I respect living life in such a way that it reflects the teaching and ministry of Jesus. My lack of interest in growth has nothing to do with the passion and urgency that faith growers, growth-labbers and growth specialists and consultants bring to their task because, as I said earlier, the growth conversation has a lot of energy related to renewal, reinvigoration, and energizing our movement and I love this. My lack of interest in "growth" per se surfaces because I have much more interest in how deeply Unitarian Universalists walk the talk – how are we creating beloved community? How are we standing on the side of love? While powers and systems create hells on earth, what are we doing to love the hell out of the world? What is the driving mission that compels us to change the world, one life at a time?


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Ever heard of Lasik?? It is a type of refractive surgery for correcting myopia, hyperropia and astigmatism. Lasik or laser in-situ keratomileusis, which uses a laser to change the curvature of the cornea. With Lasik laser vision correction surgery you can stop wearing those eye glasses or those high maintenance that contact lenses bring. The Stahl Eye Center which has been serving patients for more than 35 years, provides world-class physicians that have the finest credentials and training and treat problems ranging from the routine to complex surgical cases. So visit their website at http://www.stahleyecenter.com and say good bye to those old glasses of yours and those contact lenses.
Monday, December 28, 2009
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Thursday, December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas!!!
As usual we celebrated Christmas with no firecrackers. Here in Davao City, firecrackers are banned. Its a good thing though, less expenses, no injuries and accident and best of all, you dont have to clean the mess the firecrackers left the following day. So instead of firecrackers we rented a videoke machine. Yup we just sang our throats out for the whole evening. Then came eating time, my favorite of all hahahaha. Look at that delicious lechon wow my favorite (calories and fats and all). Well Merry Christmas to all my friends out there.
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Monday, December 14, 2009
How To Train Your Puppy
Are you a dog lover? do you have a pet puppy in your house? I saw in a TV sitcom once of a man showing some trick done by his dog, well sounds familiar, but there's one thing that caught my interest the dog that is doing all those neat tricks is not your typical house dog or dogs that are high breed/purebreeds such as a Dalmatian, Poodle or a Golden Retriever. Its what Filipinos call ASKAL or Asong Kalye or Street Dog. Yup its street dog but it can do such great tricks. The secret? its how you train your dog when its still a puppy. Here is a site that can really help you in that aspect. The site is Puppy Training Guide. The site teaches you on basic dog commands such as sit, lay down, fetch and more. But aside from the basic it will also help you in training you puppy to behave. Believe me its worth it. You don't want your puppy eating your favorite slipper or shoes or digging holes on your front lawn. Click the link Puppy Training Guide, train your puppy now.
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Thursday, December 10, 2009
Ways on how to die young
Oh yes, you read it right. I read this one article last week and found it very interesting since most article usually tackles about how to care for our health, how to live long. But not this one this deals on how to die young hahahaha.
1. Eat what you want. You are what you eat. Since your concern is to die younger, eat anything, especially those cholesterol laden foods such as cheese, egg yolks, beef, pork, chicken and shrimp. Cholesterol is not present in plant based food sources unless it has been added during the food's preparation.
Excess cholesterol settles along arterial walls and that excess can clog arteries and restrict blood flow leading to angina pain, heart attack or stroke. Cholesterol is also a leading cause of gallstones.
2. Drink like there's no tomorrow. Alcohol drinking is a big part of people merry making activities. Beer is an essential part of parties. Even when there is no special occasions, many people hang together in the streets or their houses drinking gin and tonic, which is considerably cheaper alcoholic drink.
Among physical health effects associated with alcohol consumption include cirrhosis of the liver, pancreatitis, epilepsy, polyneuropathy, alcoholic dementia, heart disease, increased chance of cancer, nutritional deficiencies, sexual dysfunction, and even death.
3. Drive like crazy. "If you drive, don't drink. If you drink, don't drive" It is a known fact that driving while intoxicated or drunk is dangerous. In the United States, alcohol us estimated to play a role in 39 percent of vehicle related deaths and to cost $51 billion annually.
4. Puff a smoke every now and then. A custom loathsome to the eye, hateful to the nose, harmful to the brain, dangerous to the lungs. Today there is 100 percent proof that smoking is indeed harmful.
Smoking causes lung cancer, emphysema, heart attacks, osteoporosis, peptic ulcer and reproductive problems like impotence. Whenever smoke passes, it spreads its deadly trademark: starting from the mouth where it causes oral cancer, then cancer of the vocal cords, then cancer of the esophagus and finally lung cancer.
5. Disregard regular medical checkup. There are several medical check ups that a person should undergo to maintain well being. For medical history, vital statistics are height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate. Routine blood and urine test are done to check things like cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Heart examination is conducted to check heart rate while breathing test is carried out to check lung capacity which can be affected by smoking, asthma or other conditions.
Two test that men under the age of 40 should undergo are prostate examination and testicular examination.
For women, the two most often recommended test are breast cancer screening and pap smear.
6. Stop thinking about exercise. "Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise will sooner or later found time for illness," said Edward Stanley. A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine reported that 30 minutes of walking daily brings as much risk reduction for heart attacks as a high intensity exercise program.
There are more benefits you can get from exercise. It can prevent you staying away from chronic illnesses such as diabetes and even some cancers. It does stabilize your blood pressure and cholesterol level. Also exercise can excrete the toxic waste from your body through sweating.
7. Greet stress with gladness. If you've been sick lately, suspect stress. Some doctors say that as many as nine of ten visits to the doctor may be related to stress. That includes everything from allergies and asthma to herpes and heart disease.
Now if that little bit of news isn't stressing enough, there are also those traffic jams and long lines, jerky bosses and inept workers, too much to do and too little time to do it. And don;t forget unemployment, pollution, crime and separation.
Stress is a biological term which refers to the consequences of the failure of a person to respond appropriately to emotional or physical threats, whether actual or imagined. Maybe sounds a little overdramatic, but the reality is that excessive, untreated stress can actually kill you.
Now if you want to live longer, do exactly the opposite.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
The Straw Christmas Lantern
Me and my wife are about to go home from work. When something caught my attention, it was a Christmas Lantern. But it was not just your ordinary Christmas Lantern, this lantern was made of straw, yup straw the one we used to drink from those bottled soft drinks we like. You just have to praise this guys creativity for having to use this type of materials and use it to create such a work of art.
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In 1876, a group of owners and team officials gathered at a New York hotel to draft and sign the constitution that created baseball's National League and would ultimately have ramifications far beyond the diamond. The principles the document laid out, largely the work of Chicago White Stockings owner William Hulbert, would provide the basic model for every major team sports league in the world that followed.
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It could be called the Ten Commandments of Major League Baseball, even though it's 74 pages long. Or perhaps, since it has just been discovered, it could be baseball's version of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Regardless, the 1876 "Founding Documents and Original Constitution of Major League Baseball" are a valuable piece of sports memorabilia. The documents will go on sale May 24 in online bidding sponsored by SCP Auctions.


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Table of Contents
- Catamaran Karizma
- Charter Yacht Description - Catamaran Karizma
- Yacht Charter Amenities and Water Toys
- Interior
- Exterior
- Fun Water Toys
- Yacht Photo Gallery: Step On Board Karizma!
- Charter Yacht Layout
- A Great Crew Makes A Caribbean Sailing Vacation Unforgettable
- Meet Captain Skipper Hylton and First Mate/Chef Amy
- What We Like About This Charter Yacht
- Green Boating Aboard Karizma
- Sample Yacht Charter Menu
- Standard Ships Bar
- Guest Testimonials
- Caribbean Sailing Vacation Calendar
- Charter Rates
- Additional Rate Details:
- Yacht Specifications
Catamaran Karizma
Catamaran Karizma is the newest arrival to the fleet of 53′ Royal Cape Catamarans bringing their state of the art luxury and performance to the Caribbean sailing vacation market. Captain Hylton and Chef Amy are Karizma's experienced crew who know how to show guests the hidden gems beyond the typical BVI sailing itinerary.
Charter Yacht Description – Catamaran Karizma
Featuring enormous spaces with beautiful style elements and superior specifications, Karizma offers comfort and style for yacht charter groups up to 8 and families up to 10.
Karizma's interior layout is truly stunning with big spaces and towering headroom throughout. 4 large cabins provide sumptuous comfort in 2 queen and 2 double beds. Staterooms are ensuite with electric toilets and separate tiled showers. 2 additional single berths are located in two of the queen cabins making Karizma the ideal choice for families seeking a safe and comfortable Caribbean sailing vacation for their young children.
Yacht Charter Amenities and Water Toys
- Spacious Salon with seating for 12.
Leather upholstery
- 2 Cabins with Queen beds and single berths
- 2 Cabins with Double beds
- Private Ensuite Bathrooms in each Cabin with Electric Heads
- Fine Linens, towels, and beach towels
- TV in Salon for movie night
- Free WiFi
- Huge Cockpit area with seating for 16 around 2 large tables.
- Bar Refrigerator
- BBQ and Food Prep Station
- Stereo with amplifier and adjustable outdoor speakers
- Drop down movie
screen in cockpit
Fun Water Toys
- 15" Dinghy with 60 hp
- 2 SUP's
- 1 Tandem Kayak
- 9 Ft Inflatable Slide
- Towing Tube
- Giant Floating Lily Pad
- Giant Inflatable Lounge with cooler
- Lazy Buns Floating Chairs
- Underwater Scooter
- Aqua Wing
- Aria Full Face Snorkel Masks
- Slide
Karizma is ideal for families with kids ready to have the time of their lives. There are toys galore for fun in the water, on the beach – even sliding off the boat!
Yacht Photo Gallery: Step On Board Karizma!
Charter Yacht Layout
A Great Crew Makes A Caribbean Sailing Vacation Unforgettable
Meet Captain Skipper Hylton and First Mate/Chef Amy
After spending just a few minutes with Hylton and Amy you will pick up on their passion for the ocean. Growing up on the East Coast of South Africa meant their childhoods were both full of outdoor adventures, with family and friends, along with the coastline. Hylton and Amy have just come from the South Pacific where they have spent the last 3 years running "Whale Swimming", SCUBA diving, Line Fishing and Spearfishing charters for resorts and companies in Tonga.
Living in the remote islands has taught them a lot about enjoying and appreciating the simple things in life. Their stress-free lifestyle is contagious and something we all deserve to experience, especially on a Caribbean vacation. They are most happy when they have the opportunity to share these beautiful waters with their guests and they go to great depths to unveil treasures that many others would never see.
Amy studied Marine Biology in South Africa and went on to do her honors. She is very confident in the water and will always be willing to take guests out for a snorkel to find some interesting creatures or critters to observe. She loves to share any knowledge to inquisitive minds, no matter how young or old. Her patience and bubbly personality make her an instant hit, especially with children.
Hylton has covered a few passages in his sailing career and hopes to own a yacht one day. He loves spearfishing and free-diving and would be willing to give anyone interested some tips on free-diving. His charisma and enthusiasm make him a perfect fit on this yacht and will surely make all on board feel at home.
Amy and Hylton both enjoy spending time in the kitchen. They have picked up recipes from the South Pacific and South Africa that they will share with you during your stay.
The crew cannot wait to have you on board. There will be many stories told and laughs had, but most of all they cannot wait to share our beautiful oceans with you.
What We Like About This Charter Yacht
53 feet is a nice size for a charter catamaran, but Karizma feels especially spacious because of the towering headroom which makes every interior space feel gigantic. If you have big and tall people in your family or group charter -Karizma is the best choice. We also love that Karizma is a family boat and the owner really understands what makes a BVI crewed yacht charter special, outfitting Karizma with all of the fun toys that make a family Caribbean sailing vacation really memorable.
The crew also sets Karizma apart from other luxury catamarans. "Hylton and Amy have charter experiences that have taken them all over the globe. They love to share their appreciation for life under the sea as well as life on and above the sea."
Green Boating Aboard Karizma
Karizma is committed to practicing "green boating" to protect and preserve the marine environment. The BetterLife brand of cleaning products is used exclusively on board as well as the Pharmacopia line of toiletries.
These products are all-natural and do not contain petrochemical solvents or petroleum based cleaning agents, synthetic fragrances, dyes, alcohol or sulfates.
Ask your crew what you can do to be an environmental steward during your charter aboard Karizma!
Sample Yacht Charter Menu
Delicious, creative cuisine with beautiful plate presentations await you aboard Karizma!
Standard Ships Bar
Soft drinks, sodas, water, beers & well drinks are available all day for your enjoyment.
Spirits include: Smirnoff and Stoli Vodka, Gordons Gin, Jack Daniels Bourbon, Souza Tequila,
Cruzan Rum, and an assortment of liqueurs.
Red & White Wines are served with dinner.
Beers include: Bud & Bud Lite, Coors Lite, Corona, Miller Lite, Caribe and Presidente/Presidente lite.
Please remember to let the broker know your preferred brand. If you require premium wines or spirits not included in the above please let us know and we will be happy to put them on board for you but at additional cost to the charter.
Guest Testimonials
It Was Truly a Trip of a Lifetime
We took a trip aboard Karizma. It couldn't have been better!
From minute one to the last minute of our trip, our Captain made us feel at home onboard with an easy going, friendly charm. Right away he showed us around the yacht, which in itself is amazing: plenty of space to move about, seek privacy, lounge comfortably, sleep like a baby, and even take a refreshing shower.
The comfort and luxury of Karizma was highlighted by the quality of our meals. Nourishment somehow arrived just when we were hungry and made us feel like we were eating in a high end restaurant at every meal. It was fresh, healthy and satisfying food that always included dessert which we devoured in earnest to fuel our many adventure filled days.
The crew felt like old friends after this trip. We felt completely safe with them as they proved to be competent sailors. The captain patiently and graciously showed us the ropes and gave us the opportunity to pitch in with sailing as we desired. We hold both of them in high regard and find ourselves missing their company now that the trip has come to an end.
Our days felt easy, revolving around what we wanted to do, with no rushing or pressure. The Captain gave us solid advice and told many a story about the BVI's both from natural and historical perspectives as well as the real truth about living there. He enabled us to get a genuine feel for the "life" many of us only dream of. The captain personally led us on hikes, and took us to amazing spots we likely wouldn't find on our own. From Tarpon feeding on Saba Rock, extraordinary banana daiquiris, a tour of Anegada by truck complete with a picnic on a beautiful secluded beach…and many more.
We left Karizma feeling we had a satisfying mix of pleasure, relaxation and adventure. It was truly a trip of a lifetime and not one of us wanted to wake up from our dream vacation on Karizma. We will be back!
We Had a Wonderful Time!
Outstanding Quality of Service and Food on Karizma!
I have been waiting for a few years for this wonderful trip. It truly is a dream come true for me…I feel very lucky and blessed to be able to be a part of such a magical trip! Thanks to the crew you, this week was filled with lots of laughs, adventure, fantastic food and an atmosphere of pure relaxation! Thank you for your warmth and love and hospitality! ~Alex and JF
This is my 5th time in the USVI/BVI's. We experienced the Karizma for the first time and were more than happy with our choice. We've experienced other cats and the quality of service and the food of the Karizma is better than most. Our hosts went out of there way to make our trip in paradise even more enjoyable. Thank you to the crew for their attentive service, their fabulous food and good stories! ~Robert and Sonia
The Crew Spoiled Us All!
With 3 boys life is rarely about me ☹! But, on this trip, the crew spoiled us all! I Loved the long days of sailing and watching Will learn to Slalom. I will take the "Pirate Game" with me on all future family vacations. What fun we had on Karizma! The crew showed us all the hot spots and entertained us with games, stories, and jokes. The meals were delicious and the views spectacular! It was a great holiday. ~ Foster Family
Raker Family had a fantastic time on board Karizma thanks to our awesome crew. We loved everything we did. Thank you ~Raker Family
Children's Comments:
Date of Charters: 3/18 – 3/24
The weather was: warm, sunny and constantly changing
Some Wonderful Things We Did:
Jumping off the Willy T, Following the Captain thru The Baths, skiing with dinghy & picking up a pizza in
Christmas Cove whilst on slalom ski and delivering it to Karizma!
Wake-Boarding, Using the Sub-Wing and the Sea-Scooter
Getting to watch a Gun Boat Race
Seeing a shooting star in Caneel Bay
Beyond Awesome – The Most Fantastic Trip Ever!
Karimza's crew is the Best! They are such great people and showed us the most fantastic trip ever! They fed us so well (too well maybe ?) and showed us around the BVI's in such a fun way.
The tubing, wake boarding, snorkeling, swimming, jumping off the top of the boat, paddle boarding and everything else were beyond awesome! They both played Uno and other games with us and the kids and were just super fun to hang out with, especially while on the search for the 'GreatWhiteHippoCrocoDuckAsoroPusArooit'
Thanks so much. ~ Ryan Sparks and Family
Caribbean Sailing Vacation Calendar
Currently booked or requested dates:
Date Start
Date End
Charter Rates
|Best Rate
|Winter 2016
|Per Person
|Summer 2016
|Per Person
|Rates are All Inclusive
For charters of 6 or fewer guests, the queen berth aft of the trampoline & day head can also be made available upon request
Additional Rate Details:
CAPTAIN-ONLY: $12,000 (cannot be combined with any other discounts)
SLEEP ABOARD: $200 per cabin, 2 cabin minimum. Dinner ashore at client expense. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning.
2/$15,700 3/$16,050 4/$16,400 5/$16,750 6/$17,100 7/$17,950 8/$18,800
Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Also see Local Fare option below.
2/$15,850 3/$16,275 4/$16,700 5/$17,125 6/$17,550 7/$18,475 8/$19,400
Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense.
Xmas and New Year's weeks:-8 guest minimum rate: $22,000
Family Discount: For Groups of 6 -10
$500 off per child 8 and under
limit 2 per charter
$150 off per child 16 and under
unlimited per charter
*Inquire for 9 or 10 pax family rates (single beds are suitable for small children only)
*$1,0000 discount for alcohol-free charters!
Yacht Specifications
|Yacht Type
|Yacht Name
|Royal Cape
|Yacht Length
|Year Built
|Yes, 2015
|Total Sleeps
|Electric Heads
|Captain Only
|Dingy Size
|Dingy Engine
|Children OK
|Children Age Limits
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|Gay OK
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South Korea, formerly the Republic of Korea and known as Hanguk by its own citizen, is the southern part of the Korean peninsula with Seoul as the capital. The recent popularity of K-Pop and the Gangnam Style as well as South Korean television and food has made South Korea famous in the world, and it is a good sign of the cultural maturity of this highly developed, democratic nation.
South Korea has seen a tremendous economic growth and development in the last decades and has transformed from a dictatorship to a vibrant democracy with living standards approaching those of Japan. But there is always still the North Korean problem; a division as a result of the Korean War over 50 years ago, which still casts it shadow over the Korean Peninsula.
South Korea has many good spots for tourists but a few stand out. Seoul is the entry point for most and be sure to visit one of its many famous site like the Palaces Kyeongbokgung or Gwanghwamun or the huge Seoul Tower. South Korea has several Unesco World Heritage Sites, in Gyeongju and on Jeju Island. Although most parts are of course off-limits, you can get a glimpse of the most heavily armed area in the world, the Korean Demilitarized Zone, at the village of Panmunjeom.
Shopping for typical Korean stuff is best done at Namdaemun Market, the oldest market in Seoul, or if you prefer some modernity and looking for fashion you can shop at the Dongdaemun Market, a huge complex of five shopping districts covering 30,000 shops
Karaoke is of course very popular and can't be missed anywhere in the big cities. Hiking and trekking can be done in one of the mountains in the mainland, while in Kangwon-do you can go skiing or snowboarding.
The Korean cuisine has become a famous export product and Korean restaurants can be found anywhere in the world now. A Koreal meal is often with rice and soups are very popular. The food can be very spicy but is low in fat.
Kimchi is a worldwide-known food typical of Korea. Kimchi is made of cabbage and chili served after fermented. Bulgogi, a food made of beef slices roasted with ketchup, sesame oil, garlic, onion and black pepper, is another typical food you can try in this Ginseng Country.
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Online Shopping has started quite a while back but people in India have started to use it to its potential now 🙂
People in India are now finally getting used to it and starting to use the online shopping option with more confidence, initially people used to think whether the products are worth it or not , the delivery would be safe or not , will it reach on time or not , will it look the same as it is shown in the picture … blah blah blah and many more such questions that popped up in our minds 🙂
But with the increase in the quality of Internet speed in India and Banking/Credit card facilities offered… people are now more confident and happy to use these kind of options which lets them stay at home and hsop whatever they want … and get the things at their doorstep 🙂
Now there are several websites which allow people to have more product inventory to choose from , more focussed markets online and better competition between the sites resulting in better services and less time 🙂
Well I was just going through almost all the sites which are popular right now in India for online shopping so I decided to put up a list to make it easier for other people to know about certain sites if they haven't heard about any of them 🙂
So I hope I haven't missed out on any potential websites which have great Online Shopping experience to offer ? 😛
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The term Change Management defines all measures to develop new strategies and processes which are necessary to adapt to changing market conditions. Scholars have developed different approaches in Change Management. Two well-known approaches are the Change Model by Lewin, which focuses on three phases: unfreezing, movement and refreezing, and the 8-Step Process for Leading Change.
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Oak Clinic Group is focusing on women's issues such as infertility treatment, artificial insemination⁄in vitro fertilization.
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Ovulation Induction Method of IVF
|Stimulation Method
|Antagonist Method
|HMG Cetro Method
|HMG-MPA Method
|Low- Medium Stimulation Method
|Complete Natural Method
HRT-OPU Method
【Ovulation Induction Method】
For IVF (in vitro fertilization) we want to retrieve many good quality oocytes, but for success we need to choose suitable protocols. Ovulation induction is when we allow the follicles to develop and control their maturation until retrieval. Therefore, choosing an adequate ovulation induction method is a very important step. There are many ovulation induction methods below, we will discuss the many factors involved in selecting the method that matches the patients needs.
- Pituitary Hormone (FSH LH)
- Ovarian Hormone (E2 P4)
- Age
- Male factor (semen observation, age)
- Previous Oocyte Pick-up Cycles
- Possible number of visits
- Whether or not there is a limit on the oocyte pick-up day
- Either one or both members of the couple live far away or overseas
I will discuss the advantages and what should be taken into account, including cost.
Stimulation Method
The FSH ⁄ HMG injection is administered from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3). The type of injection and dosage will vary from patient to patient.
As a general guideline, 150 units for those in their 20's, 150-300 units for 30's, 300 units for Mid-30's-40's, and 450 units for those with no response (Gonal F®and other recombinant products will be set at a slightly less amount.). It is possible to measure the follicle size, and adjust the stimulation or dose to control the number of oocytes to be collected.
We will make use of Agonist (mainly a nasal spray, rarely an injection) and Antagonist (abdominal skin injection) as methods to suppress the ovulation before the pick-up of oocytes.
Depending on when you start the Agonist, there is the Short Method, Long Method, and Ultra Long Method. Recently, we have introduced a new method using the medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA).
The Short Method starts from the first day of menstruation (CD1), the Long Method starts from the previous cycle's mid-term highest temperature, and the Ultra-long Method starts many months before.
For Antagonist 3mg will be taken on the 6th day of menstruation (CD6), and thereafter every 4 days until the oocyte pick-up is decided.
Oral medications of the HMG-MPA Method will be combined at the time of ovulation induction at 10mg/ day.
|· Many oocytes retrievable.
· Easier to ensure frozen embryos (oocytes).
· The inner membrane of the endometrium will not become thin like it does with Clomifene.
· Can control the number of developing follicles.
· Few empty follicles after ovulation (especially cases after use of Agonist, there are seldom empty follicles).
|Points to consider
|· It is necessary to come everyday to the clinic for an injection (However, self-injection and injection from a closer facility is possible).
· There could be a case of OHSS (ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome).
· As for cases when the number of follicles are many (we aim for about 10 at our clinic), in order to avoid OHSS and because it will mean cryopreservation of all the embryos, usually we don't do an embryo transfer in the same cycle.
|Suitable for
|· People who want to have many oocytes retrieved.
· People who want to have cryopreserve many embryos.
|Increasing the amount of injections, and because we will be cryopreserve more embryos (oocytes), the cost in regards to the oocyte pick-up will become more expensive, but, on the other hand, you will have only one or fewer oocyte pick-ups.
Below, we will talk about the various advantages and drawbacks, in regards to stimulation cycles.
■Agonist Method
· Short Method
|· The flare up of the pituitary hormone (instigating rebound by being suppressed once) can be used for follicle development within 2-3 days of using an Agonist.
|Points to consider
|· Because we can't use Agonist as a oocyte maturation method and we will be using hCG, there is a possibility of developing OHSS.
· When ovarian reserve is low, the suppression will work too well and follicle development will worsen.
|Suitable for
|patients who maintain ovarian reserve even to some extent.
|There is also the Ultra Short Method that uses only the redound after using an Agonist for 2-4 days but in that case, it will be necessary to take Antagonist for the ovulation suppression.
· Long Method
|· Due to the start of the ovulation induction medicine after completely suppressing the pituitary hormone, the follicle development will become equal.
· Hardly any chance of ovulation.
· Control of the oocyte pick-up day is easier.
|Points to consider
|· The amount of injections will increase because of the complete suppression of the pituitary hormone.
· If the ovarian reserve is low, then follicles will not grow.
· Contraception in the previous cycle is necessary.
· For the oocyte maturation method, due to the situation that we can't use the Agonist and we will be using hCG so there is a chance of developing OHSS.
|Suitable for
· younger patients
· Patients who need to control the oocyte pick-up day.
· Ultra Long Method
We will start the ovulation induction after we have completely suppressed the pituitary hormone, which will take a few months. We will start the injections after when menstruation will not start. For the pituitary suppression, we use Leuplin® injections, and nasal sprays Busercur®, and Suprecur®. It is the same as the Long Method. It is often done in order to fix the implantation environment for those with endometriosis, especially adenomyosis.
|· Improvement of implantation environment of those with endometriosis
|Points to consider
|· If there is a low ovarian reserve, then the follicles will not grow
· Pituitary suppression will continue for a while
· The amount of injection will increase because of complete suppression of the pituitary hormone
|Suitable for
|· Endometriosis
· Uterine myoma
■Antagonist Method
· HMG Cetro Method
The HMG injection will start from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3). An abdominal injection of Cetrotide®3mg will be used from the 6th day of menstruation. Until the decision of oocyte pick-up day and after the follicles are well developed, every four days there will be additions.
|·It will not suppress the pituitary hormone, when compared to the Agonist Method, it is easier for follicles to develop.
· Some as Agonist, it is one-time use, and the Pituitary suppression will not last long.
· If there is a risk of OHSS, we will not use hCG for the oocyte maturation, and use the Agonist Nasal Spray instead.
|Points to consider
|· When follicle development is slow and because the price of Antagonist is high, the cost is more expensive.
· Compared to Agonist, there is a slight possibility for ovulation to happen.
|Suitable for
|· For patients who have less than 3 developed follicles using the Short Method.
■HMG-MPA Method
·HMG-MPA Method
HMG injections and oral medications will start from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3).
|· Due to the cheap cost of oral medications, fees will be kept low.
· If you use self-injections, then there will be fewer restrictions on when you come to the clinic.
· Because it will not suppress the pituitary hormone, compared to the Agonist Method, it is easy for the follicles to develop.
· Some as Agonist, it is one-time use, and the Pituitary suppression will not last long.
· If there is a risk of OHSS, we will not use hCG for the oocyte maturation, and use the Agonist Nasal Spray instead.
· It is possible to have the "Random Start Method" that can have ovulation induction done regardless of the menstruation cycle.
|Points to consider
|· A fresh embryo transfer cannot be done.
· Compared to Agonist, there is a slight possibility for ovulation to occur.
|Suitable for
|· Patients that want to decrease visits to the clinic.
· Patients that come from afar, before breast cancer treatment, or needing emergency ovulation induction, etc. for cases of Random Start Method.
Low˜ Medium Stimulation Method
· Complete Natural Method
Usually, regardless of oral medicine and injections, we will not use ovulation induction medicines. However, there are times when we will use Antagonist or HMG, 1-2 times to prevent ovulation before the oocyte pick-up.
|· The number of times you will need to come in to outpatient are few.
· There are fewer burdens on the body because we do not use ovulation induction medicines.
· Possible to do back-to-back oocyte pick-ups cycles.
|Points to consider
|· It is impossible to do if your menstruation is irregular.
· The number of oocyte pick-ups will increase.
· Sometimes when the follicles are empty.
· There are times after ovulation when we can't do an oocyte pick-up.
· There are times when we will not be able to freeze the embryo nor perform an embryo transfer when fertilization and or division did not go well because we can only do the oocyte pick-up once.
|Suitable for
|· Over 44 years of age, decline of the ovarian reserve, low AMH etc., and those who request this method.
· When there is a high value of FSH
|The cost is lower than usual for the oocyte pick-up, and it is often the case that even if only 1 oocyte is retrieved from the pick up the cost for cryopreservation is unnecessary.
· Clomifene (Clomid®, Serofene®)
Medication starts from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3). The number of follicles can be adjusted through HMG injection combined with Cetrotide.
|· Lower number of visits because it is an oral medicine
· Back-to-back oocyte pick-ups possible
· 1st selection of PCO
· For 1 cycle the cost is low because the number of the oocyte pick-ups and the number of frozen embryos (oocytes) is less
· If it is unsuccessful, for every 2-3 cycles, the cost will become a little more expensive because there will be an implementation after oocyte pick-up.
|Points to consider
|Usually a frozen embryo transfer is done on a different cycle because the inner membrane of the endometrium will become thin.
|Suitable for
|· Patient who request a natural method but if possible who would want to take 2-3
· Sexovid®
Medicine name: Cyclophenyl. This is a non-steroidal ovulation induction medicine that has a weak estrogen effect. It is said to affect the pituitaries and encourages the secretion of gonadotropin, but there are still many unclear points. When compared to Clomifene, the effects of the ovulation induction are weak. We might also use it jointly with injections during the process. Medication is taken from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3) for 5 days.
|· Fewer number of clinic visits because it is an oral medicine
· Back-to-back oocyte pick-ups possible
· Usually the embryo transfer can not be done in the same cycle because the inner membrane of the endometrium does not become thin as when compared to Clomifene.
|Points to consider
|· The effects on ovulation induction are weak, will usually get around 1 developed follicle. We can't use cryopreservation.
· When compared to Clomifene, the follicles are small and it's easy for an LH surge to happen, and there is a high risk of ovulation before oocyte pick-up.
|It is about the same as a complete natural cycle.
· Letrozole (Anastrozole®)
It was originally used as a treatment medicine for postmenopausal breast cancer. Within the ovaries, because we will inhibit the aromatase that has the enzyme necessary for when the male hormone is exchanged with oestradiol, it is said that the generation of oestradiol is suppressed and ovulation is induced when the secretion of FSH has risen by negative feedback, but there are still many unclear points. It is used just as Clomifene, from the 3rd day of menstruation (CD3).
|· Effects of the anti estrogen are few, and the inner membrane of the endometrium will not become thin.
· Even where the ovarian reserve is depleted and the Clomifene doesn't seem to be working, there are cases of follicles developing.
|Points to consider
|· Use as an ovulation inducing drug is still not generally accepted.
|Suitable for
|· Non development of follicles by Clomifene
· History of Breast Cancer
· HRT-OPU Method
Direction to expect follicle development by taking estrogen and the results of the Rebound Method.
|Suitable for
|· Those whom have difficulties with follicle development
Cost Simulation
❈The costs are a simulation from a treatment model.
❈The prices are subject to change without notice.
Oak Medical Group has been from the time we opened, supporting the many issues of women's health, building performance and trust, and not only here in Osaka, but centering in Kansai we are receiving patients from across Japan.
Especially with our infertility treatment, we are widely covering the various tests to IVF/ICSI's Advanced Reproductive Technologies. Depending on the cause of the infertility, we are handling the treatment of each patient one by one. If you have some concerns, please don't hesitate to consult with us.
About Infertility Treatment
About The Cost of Iinfertility Clinics
- Cost of Iinfertility Clinics
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Special Techniques · Inspection
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- Cryopresevation
- Oocyte Cryopreservation
- In Vitro Maturation Culture Guidance (IVM)
- Long-term Culture · Blastocyst Culture
- Oak Clinic's SEET Method
- Artificial Hatching Assistance (AHA)
- Testicular Sperm Collection Surgery (TESE)
- Calcium Ionophore
- Anti-Mullerian Hormone Check (AMH)
- Intrauterine Fiberscope&Curettage of The Endometrium (IFCE)
- Endometrial Receptivity Analysis (ERA) Guidance
- Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
- Fallopian Angioplasty under Fiberscope (FT)
- Y Chromosome Micro-deletion Analysis Test
- Preconception Genetic Test (Carrier Screening)
- Comprehensive Cancer Susceptibility Testing (BRCA 1 and 2 testing)
In Vitro Fertilization Protocol
- How We Think about Ovulation Induction at Our Clinic
- Ovulation Induction Method
- Thawed Embryo Transfer Cycle
Causes and Treatment of Infertility
- Regarding Male Infertility
- Gynecological Disease
- Diet
- Recurrent Miscarriage · Habitual Miscarriage
- Implantation Failure
Prenatal Diagnosis
Information · Other
For first time fertility treatment patients
- Male Infertility
- Recurrent Miscarriage & Habitual Miscarriages
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
- Behind the Scenes IVF
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G8 Leaders And Climate Change
Some 100 CEOs of global companies representing all sectors and regions have endorsed a detailed statement urging G8 leaders to adopt an "environmentally effective and economically efficient framework" to succeed the Kyoto Protocol in 2012. Delivered to Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan, who is hosting the annual G8 summit in July, the recommendations urge the adoption of a rapid and fundamental strategy by governments to bring about a low-carbon world economy.
A multi-industry, cross-regional steering committee that included WBCSD members Alcoa, Duke Energy, EDF, Eskom, Petrobras, Shell, TEPCO, TNT and Vattenfall, developed the recommendations in cooperation with the WBCSD, the World Economic Forum and The Pew Center for Global Climate Change."Tackling climate change requires an integrated approach that addresses the issues of competitiveness and economic sustainability, energy security, the environment and development, as well as adaptive capacity for inevitable climate impacts," said WBCSD President Bjorn Stigson in an open letter to G8 leaders last month. (a pdf file)
"Governments must give clarity in the short-term in defining the policy framework post-2012. However, governments need to also build the future policy frameworks — the frameworks that give business an idea of where you are going long-term as this is necessary for the signals it will send to the markets and will provide business with the certainty it needs to scale up global investment in low-carbon technologies. Governments must abandon the "you first" mentality. We need leadership and action by both governments and business," he continued.
In their recommendations, the CEOs:
• Urge the adoption of a rapid and fundamental strategy by governments to bring about a low-carbon world economy;
• Call on the G8 and other developed country governments to provide leadership through deep absolute cuts in their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), as well as direct work with the international business community to develop a pragmatic strategy of cost-effective, medium-term carbon abatement opportunities;
• Suggest efforts aimed at speeding the development and diffusion of low-carbon technologies, mobilizing financial support to help developing countries adopt such technologies, spurring changes in consumer purchasing behavior, and establishing common metrics to create a positive dynamic of improved corporate benchmarking, disclosure and investment decision-making with respect to greenhouse gas mitigation; and,
• Urge adoption of both a long-term goal and a series of clear intermediate targets to be achieved in the most cost-effective manner possible through the use of market mechanisms that create clear economic value from emission reductions, including a deep and liquid international market for carbon.
The scope of the companies that have come together to make these recommendations is uncommon. They come developed and developing countries, ranging from Australia to Brazil and Canada, China, South Africa and from the US and to European and Middle Eastern nations. The group also encompasses virtually every industry sector.
This opening of dialog with governments is not simply a tactic to deflect pressures like regulation. WBCSD members do not believe that business is best left alone by government, but rather that the establishment of the right framework conditions for carbon emissions and putting a price on the goods that society values, including carbon emissions, are the right steps towards a truly sustainable society.


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Relax and Your Niche Will Find You. July 02 2016
Finding a niche is not an easy thing to do. It can take a lot of energy and frustration out of you. You stay up late scrolling the internet trying to find what everyone wants to buy. You day dream and wrack your brain of what you think consumers want and need. Nothing comes and you want to give up but you want to be your own boss. You want that freedom. You want to create a dynamic business that solves consumers problems. Well, I wanted to avoid all that anguish and frustration. I remembered reading or maybe over hearing something like -- Do what you Love and are passionate about. I liked that idea so I used that as my starting point.
I loved sports, football to be exact. I played youth and high school sports and loved it. Jill was a athletic gymnast in high school. Once of my daughters was into cheer for over 8 years and loved the competition aspect. Jill and I as parents where heavily involved in our kids activities. We volunteered where every we could. Even became coaches at one point. We loved it. We loved that environment. We tried to use that passion and experience to start a nice for our business. We looked into how where we going to sell our product to the youth and sport community. We started by creating a collection of necklaces and key chains for coaches. A special and unique gift to give to the coaches at the end of the season. Though we where very passionate and excited about this new venture God had other plans for us. This sports niche wasn't taking off. So many road blocks and obstacles. But we fought on. Than God placed our niche in our lap.
It was early August when we received a touching and business niche request from a potiential customer on our Etsy Store Now That's Personal conversation box. This young bride to be was getting married in September and was wondering if we had a way of placing a photo off her dad on a small charm bezel. We replied "Absolutely!". After a few minutes of discussion to find out what she wanted and why. She shared her story.
She explained that her father passed away back in 2001. She further explained that he was a NYC Fireman and died attempting to rescue people from the World Trade Center on September 11th. Jill and I stopped everything and gave her our full attention. We had chills running up and down our arms and neck. WOW! was our expression. She finished by stating that she wanted to keep her dads wish of someday being able to walk her down the isle when she gets married. This idea came to her.
She wanted a photo her dad place in a small charm bezel so she can have them placed on her shoes so her dad could walk her down the isle on her wedding which will be the up coming September 11th. Amazing request. So amazing that we immediately made this item available our our Etsy Store.
It wasn't a dramatic overflow of orders that made this a game change. It was the overwhelming feeling that we where able to help a person. It felt wonderful. It felt right. There isn't a day that doesn't go by where we shed a few tears of joy or grief over a customers purchase. God places them in our hands and we attempt to help them by creating a special keepsake that they will treasure for a long time.
This new niche, Wedding and Handwriting/Memorial Collection, has helped our business grow by 2000% and given us a solid foundation from which to continue to build from. We love this niche and we thank God every chance we get.
Always remember -- When you Relax your Niche Will Find You !
God Bless,
Rich and Jill Campa
Cusotm Diaper Bag Tag - May 20th Winner Announcement May 20 2016
Friday fun @JCD!! It's Giveaway announcement time. This week's winner is Tim Mcvey :)
Tim, please message us on our Baby Sonogram Jewelry Facebook page, so you can redeem your Baby Sonogram Heart Necklace!
Thank you to EVERYONE who liked and commented this week! We appreciate it!
Please check out our shop anytime. We are always adding new and exciting items. This week, we have our NEW
Custom Diaper Bag Tag - Photo Diaper bag Tag
We have them for boys and girls!!!! We wish you all a safe and happy weekend :) Next week's Giveaway will be on our Instagram. Stay tuned!
Facebook Friend Winner of the Month -Baby Footprint Key Chain-Custom Dog Tag May 10 2016
Hello! Congratulations to Moriah Bristow! She's our Giveaway winner :) Moriah, we would love to feature you on our Baby Sonogram Facebook page! Please message us!
A HUGE Thank YOU to everyone who Liked, Commented and shared. We appreciate it and please stay tuned for our next Giveaway....very soon :) It will be announced on our Facebook page! Hope everyone had a very Happy Mothers Day!
GIVEAWAY winners for 4/29 Friday fun @JCD April 29 2016
This week's winner of our Baby Sonogram Owl necklace, from our Facebook page Giveaway, is Jami Mullis Anderson ! Congratulations! Please send us a message through Facebook with your photo :)
This week's winner of our Baby Sonogram Owl necklace, from our Instagram Giveaway, is Brooke Sparks (motherxoearth) ! Congratulations! Please send us a message through Instagram with your photo :)
Thank you to everyone who entered the contest! Stay tuned for more of our Giveaways! Have a great weekend!
WEEKLY WINNERS on our FACEBOOK PAGE! March 26 2016
Congratulations to Tiffany Sanders! She is this week's winner! Please check back for more Giveaways and have a wonderful weekend :) www.jillcampadesigns.comPosted by Peek-a-boo Sonogram Jewelry on Friday, March 25, 2016
We LOVE what we do! And we LOVE that our customers do too! Sonogram Jewelry LOVE February 10 2016
Got my necklace yesterday and it warmed my heart so much. This is a keepsake i will keep forever . I will definitely be ordering a few more things from you guys ?Posted by Ashton Shea on Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Congratulations to this week's winner on our Facebook Page! February 05 2016
Good Morning! TGIF! Congratulations to Macie Thompson-Haferbier! The winner of our "I Can't Wait to Meet You" Baby...Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry by Jill Campa Designs on Friday, February 5, 2016
Winner of our Sonogram Keyfinder purse hook is..... January 31 2016
It's FRIDAY! Congratulations to Ryan Pascale! Ryan is the winner of our GIVEAWAY this week :) Our Baby Sonogram Key...Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry by Jill Campa Designs on Friday, January 29, 2016
Keyfinder Purse hook with your baby's sonogram to be given away on 1/29/16 January 25 2016
Does anyone have a NewYear's resolution to get organized?! ?We can help! Like or comment here for your chance to WIN our...Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry by Jill Campa Designs on Monday, January 25, 2016
WEEKLY GIVEAWAYS on our Baby Sonogram Facebook Page! January 23 2016
Congratulations to Taylor Hawn! Winner of our Heart Sonogram Pendant: This week's giveaway!! <3 http://jillcampadesigns.com/collections/baby-sonogram-itemsPosted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry by Jill Campa Designs on Friday, January 22, 2016
Sonogram Jewelry made with YOUR baby's ultrasound photo January 23 2016
Our Baby Sonogram Jewelry has become very popular not only for the new Mommy or Mommy-to-be, but also for Daddys, Grandparents, Great Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, friends, etc. Welcoming a new baby into this world is the most exciting and memorable event in anyone's life and this is why we are so passionate about what we do here at Jill Campa Designs.
Let us transform your baby's ultrasound photo (sonogram) into beautiful keepsake jewelry and gifts. The ordering process is simple at www.jijllcampadesigns.com :
1. Choose your item
2. Upload your Sonogram by clicking on the "upload" button
3. Proceed to checkout and complete your order
Our items are perfect for Baby Showers, Gender Reveals, Push Presents, Birthdays, or just because. They make a very special and unique way to announce to someone that they are going to be a dad, grandma, grandpa, aunt, uncle, big sister, big brother, etc.
We look forward to making something special for you!
Customer appreciation Discount code November 30 2015
Thank you to all of our wonderful customers. We really appreciate your business. As a token of our appreciation, please use code "JCD15" to enjoy 15% off your next purchase in our Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/NowThatsPersonal OR our website. www.jillcampadesigns.com
Our custom, made-to-order, personalized items are perfect for commemorating the past, celebrating the present, and preserving memories for the future.
Any of our designs can be made on your choice of Pendant (chain is included), wedding charms, Key Chain, Wine Stopper, bracelet, tie clip, brooch, Golf Ball Marker, Purse Hanger. Although I specialize in personalized and custom items, We also have a large selection of non personalized items as well. If you have any questions, please ask. :)
Personalized jewelry and gifts, custom photo products, image pendants, rings, bracelets, wine stoppers and more!
Please visit and like our Facebook Page for specials and promotions:
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Enter our Facebook Page Giveaway! November 25 2015
GIVEAWAY!! Win this beautiful ornament with YOUR baby's sonogram on it. Please like or comment on this post to enter. Winner will be announced on Monday. Good Luck! :)Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry on Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Check us out in Healthy Mom & Baby Magazine November 24 2015
Enter our Facebook Friday GIVEAWAY! November 13 2015
GIVEAWAY FRIDAY! Every Friday we will be giving away an item to one lucky person. To enter, please "like" or comment on...Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry on Friday, November 13, 2015
10,000 likes on our Facebook Page!!!!! Baby Sonogram Jewelry November 11 2015
Posted by Baby Sonogram Jewelry on Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Gift Cards are here! November 04 2015
Shopping for someone else but not sure what to give them? Give them the gift of choice with a Jill Campa Designs gift card.
Gift cards are delivered by email and contain instructions to redeem them at checkout. Our gift cards have no additional processing fees.
Baby Sonogram Jewelry is really a thing! October 30 2015
Lucky Bride with two incredible Dads September 30 2015
http://pulptastic.com/lucky-bride-with-two-incredible-dads/Love this!Posted by Now That's Personal on Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Wedding Proposal That Will Leave You Breathless September 30 2015
How to get your handwriting sample to us September 22 2015
Many people have inquired as to how they can get their handwriting to us to be made into a charm or keychain.
Here are two options:
Option 1: Use a scanner and scan the piece of paper (or greeting card) that has the handwriting on it. Save it to your computer as a PDF or Jpeg. Next choose the item that you would like to purchase on our website www.jillcampadesigns.com , and during the checkout out process,you will be asked to upload your photo. This is where you will upload the photo of the handwriting.
Option 2: Use a Smart phone and take a photo on the handwriting in natural lighting. (no flash please) Be sure NOT to zoom in too much as we will crop the photo for you and want it to be as clear as possible. Save the image to your phone and then upload it during the checkout process as described in option 1 above.
Time October 22 2014
Time. Just doesn't seem to be enough of it these days. That is why each of my products arrive in its own beautiful gift box with bow and are ready to give as gifts. ONE less thing for you to do.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month September 06 2014
October is Breast Cancer awareness month and I will be adding some great products for the cause.


text: Home - In the News - Tournament Recap Aloha Indian Summer & MD Lacrosse Tournament October 22, 2017:TEAMS - 2027 Blue, 2026 Blue, 2025 Blue, 2024 Blue, 2023 White, 2023 Blue, 2022 WhiteBattling the severe climate change, swarms of bees and fatigue from the first fall ball experience the FCA MD Club had a successful weekend! The FCA MD Club had a collective record of 17-1 in pool play and a total of 24-3 on the weekend as a whole! In the Aloha Indian Summer Tournament, we had four different teams in championship games; the 2027, 2025, 2024, and 2022W teams. The 2027, 2025, and 2024 teams come out victorious with all four games being well fought. The hard work by all of our FCA players could easily be seen by how each team competed. As for the spectators, it was great to see the Maryland Polo grounds flooded with the FCA Hats and apparel around the tents and the sidelines. At Blandair Park, the 2023B team found also found success going undefeated in the MD Lacrosse Tournament.Lastly, what a special moment to have each of the FCA MD team's parents at both tournaments receive the Word of the Day, SALT and LIGHT. A club wide challenge be the SALT of the earth and the LIGHT of the world (Matthew 5:13-16). We are all blessed to be able to represent our club and be a light to the lacrosse culture for Jesus Christ. A SOLID performance by our Club this weekend! Great job to all of the players and families there supporting to help establish the foundation for a SOLID year for FCA MD! Posted on Sun, October 22, 2017 by User Admin filed under Tournament Recap 2022 White 2025 Blue Salt and Light 2027 Blue 2026 Blue 2024 Blue 2023 White 2023 Blue Word of the Day No comments (Add your own) Add a New Comment Name: Email/URL (Optional): Comment: Enter the code: Cancel Comment Guidelines: No HTML is allowed. Off-topic or inappropriate comments will be edited or deleted.


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