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Quick, Easy, Homemade Deodorant...that Actually Works
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Ok, so I'll admit the homemade deodorant bit wasn't love at first sight for me. My first attempted recipes ended in burning armpits and a painful rash. Ugh. But after several tweaks, I finally discovered the perfect concoction: it smelled great, it went on easily without glopping, and it worked. (And as long as we're being candid, I live in Charleston, where summers average in the 90's with close to 100%
humidity, and I wait tables in a restaurant with poor air conditioning...so I know a thing or two about deodorants that don't work.)
Homemade deodorant made easy, voila:
- 1 Tbsp cocoa butter
- 2 Tbsp Shea butter
- 1 Tbsp baking soda
- 2 Tbsp corn starch
- 2 tsp Aloe Vera gel
- 20-30 drops essential oil of choice*
*It sounds weird, but my husband and I both prefer peppermint oil. It smells great, of course, and has a cooling effect throughout the day.
- Melt the butters in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Stop and stir every 20 seconds or so.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients.
- Pour into a container of your choice and let set. (I use an old stick deodorant container and freeze it for faster setting.)
That's it! It's literally about a five minute process, so easy it can even be completed with a baby on one hip. (Ask me how I know...) And don't be afraid to tweak the recipe to meet your needs. More corn starch means more wetness control; more baking soda means more odor control but can cause burning and rashes; and your butters may be harder or softer than mine, so adjust accordingly.
Readers, I'd love to hear in the comments about your experiences with this recipe and even other natural or homemade deodorants!
(Image: Lauren Pavao)
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Just a quick rub of baking soda works for me. I keep it in a pretty lidded sugar bowl on bathroom shelf. Works for me.
I agree with GEB. Several years ago I tried all sorts of nifty deodorant recipes online, which included shea butter, olive oil, coconut oil, cocoa butter, etc. They all worked great, then one day I realized that a pink of baking soda is easiest and the most effective, besides the cheapest. My husband and I have been doing the baking soda only thing now for two years and it's amazing how much better it works than any commercial deodorant we've ever used. We really put it to the test, too, as we are both extremely active daily outdoors people...from daily lengthy bicycle commuting, to racing and training, to heavy duty gardening and farm work.
oops....a PINCH of baking soda....not pink
That does sound lovely, but I prefer to make it with coconut oil instead of the butters & aloe vera. I always have coconut oil around, so I don't have to buy extra things just to make deodorant. I use tea tree oil as it's a natural anti-bacterial and bacteria are what cause the stink. Peppermint is great too, but sparingly. Sometimes the peppermint stings on newly shaved underarms. But yeah! However you make deodorant and whatever works for you is great- the important thing is making something yourself without crazy ingredients.
It's interesting that the OP is indicating too much baking soda gave her a rash and burning sensation, but other commenters are saying they just use straight baking soda and it works (I'll assume with no adverse side effects). I might just give baking soda a shot...just to see what happens!
@bird&seed (or anyone else who knows):
- I was recently introduced to coconut oil. What ratio of oil:baking soda do you use?
- Does it leave white marks on your clothes (similar to regular deodarant)?
This sounds too good to be true. The original recipe above sounds lovely, too, but by default I am lazy but I have tons of baking soda and coconut oil (dream ingredients!).
After trying a fair number of natural deodorants, I finally came across Kiss My Face's Liquid Rock. I might have to apply it again in the evening if I'm going out, but otherwise, for everyday use, it's been great and lasts forever.
The best natural version I've tried is Soapwall on etsy. It is totally effective and even works on stinky husbands.
I just use coconut oil and arrowroot powder (I didn't like the cornstarch) and a small amount of baking soda. Too much gave me a rash and was very uncomfortable for me.
I've been using this for about 3 years and absolutely love it. I don't have a ratio. I just take a scoop of coconut oil and add enough arrowroot powder (and pinch of baking soda) to turn it from solid oil, to a paste. If I find it didn't do the trick that day, I'll add a bit more powder.
It can leave white marks, but nothing a quick rub with a clean towel can't fix.
I brush my teeth with baking soda, but it does irritate my underarms. And BTW, I don't shave - thankfully, I lived in Europe as a teen and got out of that anti-female habit. Can you imagine men putting up with a 5 o'clock shadow in an area of their body that RUBS against itself? I didn't think so. Women have been brainwashed to think the hair "holds the smell." Silliness. If anything holds it, it's going to be the clothing. Lack of hair doesn't keep the sweat from existing!
Anti-perspirants do, though. I'm convinced they're a big contributor to breast cancer. Imagine plugging up the route our body uses to eliminate toxins. Brilliant.
Cutting-edge dentists are quick to point out that the "don't use baking soda on your teeth" is flouride-industry propaganda, and I agree. Flouride calcifies your pineal gland, the seat of intuition. And it's toxic waste from aluminum mining. And has been proven to NOT decrease cavities. Sorry, but right now it's up for a vote in my city. Hot button.
I appreciate the heads-up about the tea tree oil.
Great post, and I will try it. The "crystal" deodorant used to work for me but recently, seems to have little effectiveness.
I LOVE making my own deodorant! It's healthy, cheap, quick, customizable and effective. I use coconut oil, baking soda, arrowroot powder (similar to corn starch), tea tree oil and various essential oils. I wing it on the ratios every time to get the consistency I want, but it's basically 50/50 wet to dry ingredients. I like to use lavender essential oil in the winter and rosewood and bergamot essential oils in the summer (like black tea). I do find I can't use too much tea tree or baking soda or else I get irritated, and too much coconut oil makes it too thin (I store it in an old Lush black pot, because I can't quite get it to solidify in a stick applicator). I adapted my recipe from Crunchy Betty! http://www.crunchybetty.com/all-roads-lead-to-the-pits-homemade-deodorant
I know more than one man that shaves his armpits - not because of the smell, but for the neatness. The hair might not hold the smell, but it holds other things. Perhaps I'm in the minority, but I don't have much armpit hair, and what I do have is pretty soft, so I've never really experienced a five o'clock shadow, or had anything in my armpit rub. I'm just not a fan of body hair, on men or women.
thank you !!!
Very informative! Have any or you that use this natural method, had to use prescription deodorant? I sweat like a monster and worry that the natural method wouldn't be effective.
But I'm defiantly curious about trying it now! I have all the ingredients for cold process soap-making so it's not like I'd have to go and buy things.
Shaving isn't anti-female. Judging a woman for her hair preferences is, though.
And hair doesn't make you sweat, but it does, just like your clothes do, give a place for bacteria, oils, and sweat to cling to and hang out. Every woman has the right to decide what she wants to do with her body without judgment. Personal care choices are no exception.
Well said, CayC. While yes, there is social pressure to conform to certain standards when it comes to body hair, many women make their shaving choices based on personal preference and comfort. Judging each other for these choices isn't exactly the best way to work against social pressures.
I'd be curious to try the more natural deodorants, if they're truly effective. I tried the crystal/rock thing a decade or so ago and didn't like it at all, but maybe these recipes would be better. Thanks to everyone for sharing their methods!
I'm way too busy working on a farm to make my own deodorant. I've done a lot of research to find safe, environmental-friendly, cruelty-free products, using EWG's site and other research, and I buy all my body products from Nourish. They make a completely chemical-free organic deodorant. The fresh fig scent is so lovely. (Their body/face lotions are amazing.)
Store bought deodorants don't cause Alzheimers:
Nor are they linked to breast cancer:
I tried the natural route and ended up smelling as though I'd been working on the back forty even though I have a desk job. I could actually feel the point when the "deodorant" stopped working. Sorry, I'll stick with commercial products. On the other hand, I have no hair on my legs or underarms so I don't have to worry about shaving.
Just wanted to add that there is a vast difference in the efficacy of "natural products." For instance, Tom's of Maine doesn't really work all that well but the Soapwalla stuff I've recommended has conquered the stink of half of my male friends.
A great Portland maker of Natural Deoderant is Schmidt's Beauty:
She makes great fragrances and they works great for even the most stinky of people :)
I HIGHLY suggest giving her product a try!!!! I am now a user for life.
Heavy metals are linked to Alzheimer's as well as some cancers. You can find articles that agree as well as disagree with this line of study.
Also many baking sodas contain aluminum unless they specifically state otherwise. Aluminum is used as an antiperspirant in deodorants and can make its way into the lymphatic system and cause a compound of problems.
Just another line of thinking from an avid reader.
this is so cool!! I like Tom's but it does not do the job. I have to put it ona few times a day. I am curious about this blend. Thanks for such a cool natural recipe. the chemicals in deodorant or really scary. I am going to repost this.
I made deodorant plus toothpaste and detergents (laundry and dishwasher). I will never go back to store-bought. I noticed the biggest difference with the deodorant. I love it. https://capeofdreams.wordpress.com/2013/02/22/homemade-cleaning-and-personal-hygiene-supplies/
Truenic, these natural deodorants are just that, de-odorizers. Most do little to actually control the wetness factor.
Although the terms are used interchangeably, I think what you're looking for is more in the anti-perspirant category, and so far at least, nobody's come up with a good "natural" solution for that. Most of the deodorants on the market carry the aluminum and other metal salts as their anti-perspirant ingredient. As a result, it's pretty hard to find a mass-market deodorant that is only for odor, and not to control perspiration, anymore (although I can remember in my teen years, both types of products being widely available).
If the wetness is more of your concern, I would just stick with the prescription stuff. Not fun, but it's your best bet for now.
don't trip getting off your soapbox!
I am one the minority that got a rash from the baking soda when I made my own.
Not one to push products, but I had a lot of issues with deodorants/anti-antiperspirants, etc over the years, and I finally found one that works great for folks with sensitive skin: http://www.lushusa.com/Aromaco/00051,en_US,pd.html?start=2&cgid=deodorants
Might have to try this recipe next time I run out of the above product, which might be a while as it lasts for a few years.
Glad to know that it works in high heat/humidity environments - we need all the help we can get here in Texas when it comes to sweating in the summer (-:
...we recognize the body must perspire to cleanse of toxins...
That is the quote from Schmidt's website about their natural deoderant. I am so sick and tired of hearing people blather on about 'toxins.' People sweat to cool themselves, rather like a dog pants to cool itself. It has nothing to do with letting 'toxins' out of your body, nor is stopping sweat keeping 'toxins' in your body. Just for that bit of faux science I'm not even going to look at their product.
While I've never made my own deodorants I have tried several all-natural ones. My favorite is Chagrin Valley Soap's, but I love pretty much everything they do.
To the person concerned about needing antiperspirants because of how much they sweat, I would recommend going several days without a deodorant or antiperspirant of any kind and see what happens. I used to freakishly sweat, then while on a trip Vegas one summer I ran out of deodorant. I thought that since I had more at home I wouldn't bother with buying some just to cover the next few days, and Vegas is dirty/smelly anyways... The amount that I sweated those last few days was dramatically cut down, much closer to what I imagine is "normal". That's when I made the move to natural deodorants only, and for me it couldn't have worked out better; I think it could be worth the experimentation for others that are curious.
Definitely want to try this!
I tried various "natural" deodorants for several years--Toms and Kiss My Face and Jason's, and none lasted more than a few hours (Austin, TX...) but then I discovered Soapwalla, as mentioned above, and it is THE BEST! I'm betting it's made of a lot of these same ingredients, too. Will be interesting to try making it and compare how I do. :)
I also suffered from painful skin irritation when using a homemade baking soda deodorant. After some research, I found that this is because baking soda has a a fairly high ph level and this can be very harsh for some people. I used the Schmidt's brand of natural deodorant with the same result. Now I shy away from anything with baking soda in it. The reason it causes irritation is because of the prolonged contact. This is why something like a baking soda bath doesn't have the same effect.
here is info i found helpful: http://www.lisaliseblog.com/2012/10/why-your-diy-baking-soda-deodorant-is.html
Hmm, I just switched brands since I've been getting irritation from my deodorant-only solid. I haven't used an antiperspirant in years because I thought that's what was giving me a rash. I don't sweat a lot unless I intend to, so I haven't really missed that part. Not sure that this new brand will be any better, although it's advertised as "non-irritating." We'll see.
Also, I wasn't aware that shaving my pits was anti-woman. As a man, is anti-woman a good thing or not? What about shaving other areas that rub together? I apologize, but it's so hard to keep up with, to say nothing of actually caring about, all the issues that are important to people who aren't me.
truenic, I also used to sweat like crazy, and resorted to buying the prescription stuff to control it. I started to question what I was rubbing into my armpits every night, and I so I decided to start experimenting with more natural options. I found this: even though deodorants just promise to help with odor control, the longer I was away from anti-perspirant, the less I sweated. Like others here, I also landed on Soapwalla's deodorant, and I've been very pleased with it. Give it a try.
BTW, I had a stretch of Soapwalla's deodorant causing a bit of a rash. I wrote to her, and she said that this is typically one of two things: either a reaction to the baking soda, or the deodorant had melted & re-solidified w/the oils settling on top. She suggested I mix up the contents of the container, which I did, and the rash stopped.
I have tried about a dozen 'natural' commercial deodorants. The only one I've found that works is from Real Purity: http://www.realpurity.com/deodorant.html. It is awesome and controls wetness, too, even though it's not an antiperspirant. It doesn't have any baking soda.
I've never tried to make my own but might give this recipe a shot!
This was an interesting post but its the comment that really interested me! Are there more cuckoos on AT than last year? Conspiracy theories, faux science, and alarmists, oh my! And what do you call feminists that bash on other feminist because their feminism is not the same as theirs? Anti-feminist-feminists? LOL! I don't have anything to say about armpits, I just think some of the commenters are a little... intense.
have you ever gone to an acupuncturist/herbalist about your self-proclaimed monster trait? they might be able to figure out how to balance the imbalance, if there is one...
Do any of these natural products offer help with clothing getting yellowed or discolored?
I haven't, though I've seen an acupuncturist for other things, so I'm not adverse to natural/alternative methods to solve problems.
Sweat-proof sunscreen doesn't even stay on me, if that's any indication. :)
Same question as Shannon555 re: white/yellow stains.
I used to use Secret or the crystal rock thingie, and then suddenly nothing worked anymore. I didn't smell sweaty, just... chemical-y. The faint chemical smell of commercial deodorants started stinging my nose and making me feel sick. (and I am NOT a chemical-sensitive type -- for some reason, I just got really sensitive to deodorants!). I also sweated a lot and had used the clinical-strength stuff for awhile, which worked, but stung like hell. I finally switched to making my own deodorant about three years ago, and it works GREAT on me, and somehow I don't sweat as much either. In fact, the sweating has ceased to be a problem at all. I just make a paste of coconut oil, baking soda and cornstarch, plus some tea tree oil and other essential oils. I pack it into an old deodorant container and keep it in the fridge -- I love it, and it's so cheap and smells great. And no sweating! Weird. And my clothes don't stink either -- they don't have that gross deodorant-smell under the arms, just a bit of whatever essential oil I used.
A side note about pit-shaving -- I don't shave during the winter and have decided to try and make it through this summer without shaving as well. I don't like shaving -- ingrown hairs and all that -- and I think the underarm hair is kind of sexy. It is also NOT stinky at all. For me, that is.
+1 for Soapwalla. I used off-the-shelf deodorants for as long as I can remember. In the last year or so they just stopped working and I actually smelled worse when using them! Finally read about Soapwalla and gave it a shot. This stuff is amazing. It's completely natural, I have absolutely no odor at all, and even if I miss a day it keeps doing it's magic. I do sometimes experience a little burning, but good to hear from a commenter above that a stir of the pot will redistribute the oils. This homemade recipe sounds good too though. Might give it a shot after my Soapwalla is gone :)
why is this on a site about design? you have the associated re-use site. almost done coming to this site after the familial/corporate split and things like this show why
This is the best natural deorderant, with a great name. LifeStinks.
It works better then clinical strenght store brought deorderant and doesn't stain clothing.
The natural deodorants in stores do not work for me. And they don't prevent stickiness, I hate sticky pits... I do the homemade version: coconut oil, baking soda, corn starch. Works great, no odor and no sticky armpits. The only issue is that it's liquid in the summer, so last year I added beeswax which solved that problem, but then the sticky pits were back... Time to do more experimenting...
I mixed up a batch of this. It smells great, but it never set properly. I am going to add more cornstarch. Is it supposed to be semisolid? Mine is like pudding.
My version of this is a simplistic mix of 1 teaspoon baking soda in an old roll on container and the rest just water. I add a few drops of cheap oil and just shake. I live on the humid coast of Australia and have a strong natural body odour when left unattended but this mix really works. I even roll it under my ample bust to stop problems there after a basic google search showed positive with baking soda and breast cancers. I had major problems a few years ago using straight baking soda but have been using this mix for about a year with no side effects.
I'm a bit disappointed as thought this article would be about making HOME deoderizer, not underarm deoderant. Otherwise, it does sound interesting. Not sure I'd be inclined to go to this much trouble, though.
Just a bit of science about bacteria. North Americans tends to believe that hair harbors bacteria and is thus 'bad'...however, it is a fact that the trend to brazilians, for example, actually increases risks for certain diseases. Hair *protects* the body, not the other way around,besides, if it was about hygiene(and that's the crap I was taught I. High school. Too), then we would be asking men to,shave as well.
Shave if you want. Don't shave if you don't want to. But don't base your decision. On faux science.
For those who are wondering about efficacy, I'll just go ahead and admit that since my first pregnancy I've had horribly stinky underarm sweat, and the ONLY thing that has worked to quell it is a homemade mix of 1 part cornstarch or arrowroot, 1 part baking soda, 2 parts coconut oil, plus (optional) a few drops of tea tree oil. It's amazing--lasts up to 48 hours. My husband, who is often skeptical about my homemade potions, is also a big fan of this deodorant. Store it in a small jar to spread on like a lotion, or shape it into a ball and store it in the fridge to apply it like a solid--works equally well. Really--it WORKS. And nothing else has ever come close for my filthy stench.
I've been experimenting with my own deodorants for a few years and the best recipe I have is SO much more simple than this! Get a small jar, fill it halfway with coconut oil, add a tablespoon of baking soda and a table spoon of cornstarch, stir. Add a few drops of essential oil That's it. If it feels too runny, add a bit more baking soda and cornstarch. Works AMAZINGLY well!!
I felt the exact same way. I'd been using Tom's for 2 years, but didn't find it that effective and was a little worried about what was in it. I read this post last week and tried making it myself. I chronicled my efforts in photographs on my blog. http://soprettyisasprettydoes.com/2013/05/15/homemade-deodorant-six-ingredients/
Most of my boyfriends shaved under their arms. Not every single day but often enough not to look like they had Buckwheat in a headlock. They did it because they noticed deodorant only gets on the hair-not the skin-and they'd end up using twice as much deodorant than if they just shaved.
Baking Soda for your teeth causes the enamels to erode a lot faster. Trust me on this one, it is NOT worth the longer term effects on your teeth!
BS is the basis of my shampoo (just BS and water) and I use vinegar to condition with.
Still sitting on the fence regarding deodorants being homemade or not, haven't made the change over yet, myself.
I'm such a big fan of creating your own beauty and personal maintenance products. I wanted to love baking soda laden deodorants, but found that they gave me rashes. I've been experimenting with using a few swipes of apple cidar vinegar as my deo, and so far so good! The initial vinegar smell doesn't bother me and quickly dissapates. That and ACV is doing triple duty as both my facial toner and after shampoo hair rinse.
LOVE this stuff! Works fabulously in humid Richmond, and even survived a very sweaty Kettlebell workout (with no A/C). Easy to make, and I love the cooling effect of the peppermint oil - bonus! Thanks so much!
I'd encourage you to try Lavilin - it's a natural, long-lasting deodorant. Really, really great. See it here: http://www.lavilin.com/
I tired this and it did not work for me! I was as smelly as I would have been had I not used anything. I even tried a second batch with double the soda and cornstarch. I gave up after 4 days because I thought I smelled disgusting and didn't want people to wonder about my hygiene habits. It does however help prevent thigh chafing.
Try Truly's natural deodorant. It really does work. Trulysnaturaldeodorant (dot) com
It may have already been addressed by someone else- I lost my place in the comments- but baking soda does NOT contain aluminum. Baking powder DOES contain aluminum unless specifically stated.
Thank you for the great recipe. I will have to gather the ingredients and try to make my own. I would like to share an excellent all natural, aluminum free deodorant (I've been using for almost 8 months). I've tried the salt crystal, Tom's, etc.. but they seem to work only for so long. However, I have experienced nothing but success with Nutural. After wearing this deodorant all day, and completing a 3 hour session of Tai Chi, Yoga and Pilates before dinner, there is still NO! stink and no stains on my clothes. I love it.
nuturalife (dot) com
Why do you choose so many different oils/butters? I just use coconut oil. Works really nicely http://theactivefeed.com/2013/09/26/homemade-deodorant/


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- Miracle on 34th Street - You will definitely want to go with the original, Natalie Wood version.
- The Nightmare Before Christmas - Sometimes you just need a little Tim Burton creepy meets holiday cheer!
- White Christmas - Bing Crosby. Rosemary Clooney. And a classic soundtrack. 'Nuff said.
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Jim Carrey was BORN to play the Seuss villain!
- It's a Wonderful Life - No holiday film round-up would be complete without the all-time favorite directed by Frank Capra and starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed -- which I totally miss being aired 24/7/365 in December, by the way! While it's probably not a great pick for very little ones, this ultimate holiday film offers some incredibly important life lessons for older kids and adults alike.
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The one I want to watch with my children they don't hardly show anymore but it's "Nestor, the long eared Donkey"
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NatAndCoNovember 7, 2012 at 11:40 AMIf i see Elf one more time I'm going to punch will ferrel in the face. Every holiday season at least 5 channels practically have it on repeat. Nightmare Before Christmas is still a favorite though and i can't wait to see Rise of the Guardians. It looks gorgeous.
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Home Alone is a GREAT movie. But some of the language is not for young ears...
I wouldnt let you sleep in my room if you were growing on my ass. LOL
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craftycatVTNovember 7, 2012 at 11:44 AMMy fav's are The Muppet Christmas Carol, and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
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LilacNovember 7, 2012 at 11:55 AMReally I would only call some of these holiday classics because they have withstood the test of time. Elf? Its just wrong. That whole scene with him singing in the bathroom white the girl is naked in the shower and thinks she is alone would be seriously messed up for any other film that wasn't a Holiday film. How about Santa Claus is coming to town, or the life and times of santa claus? Or Nester the long eared donkey or The little drummer boy?
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sarahNovember 7, 2012 at 11:59 AMJim Carey's version is just called "The Grinch" the animated version is the full name of the book just so people dont get confused.
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the christmas story
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Britney Spears and Kevin Federline have ended the custody fight for their two sons with an agreement allowing the pop star to see her children more, Access Hollywood has confirmed.
Spears' attorney, Laura Wasser, told Access Friday at the Los Angeles Superior Courthouse that Britney will get more custodial time by the end of the year and Federline will retain full custody of their two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James.
When asked by Access if the pop star will have more than two days and one overnight visit, Wasser said, "No, she has more than that now."
The custody developments are keeping Britney in good spirits, according to Wasser.
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That will be lovely. Of course! I'd need your input. And we can do all the noise we want…I love you Jersey. A lot. I love you too. A lot.
When I graduate I can walk around holding hands with you without any problem. And I want to go with you… meet the realtor. Can I? That will be lovely. Of course! I'd need your input.
Hey you guys, Do you mind if Kira comes back? His player really wants too.
You're not. Quite the opposite. Don't worry baby… I want to live with you. Be with you every time we have a chance. It's a huge step, I know, but we will take that step… together. I'm excited, and when you graduate you'll have a place to stay forever if you wished it. I'm meeting a realtor on Sunday. It'll be in the morning.
It would be my pleasure. Look for a place with my boyfriend and being able to love you all you want there without being afraid someone knocks on the door. That's the dream ;) Babe, this means a lot to me. But if you ever feel like I'm holding you back please tell me, okay? A-And if you ever want to live at the school you can say so, I won't keep you there.
Baby… We already live together. I sleep in your room, you sleep in mine, we spend every free time we have together… And… I would love to… Would you like to come and look for one with me? I've never owned a house before but I would like for you to live with me.
Mm, I've been considering living off campus. I wouldn't want to keep you away from your classmates. Baby… I'm all alone in my room. And I can socialize with my classmates during school time. Do you think it would be too forward to ask you to live with me?
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Goal: to explore every nook & cranny of this pristine country.
Care to join me?
Did I post this before? I was just going through my old notes and found this hidden in a corner. Missing the international experience so much right now <3 Sigh, summertime sadness.
The last of my culinary endeavors in Singapore!
My foodie adventures in Malaysia.
Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia were amazing. Indonesia — not so much. But still.
Four countries in three months, all while doing some quality energy research. UC Berkeley, I now know why I chose you.
Today was a good day.
I took some time off work (without informing anyone…YOLO) in order to recover from the long, 12-hour bus ride from Penang that arrived here at 9 this morning. So I came home and just sat by myself. I stared at my laptop screen, thinking about how blessed I have been this summer.
I have a paying internship, and, despite its minor kinks, I have learned so much in a field that I am so passionate about. Moving beyond the borders of Cal Energy Corps, I was able to backpack through Southeast Asia (well, mostly Malaysia… the rest were hotel stays) without a worry in the world — besides the occasional pickpocketing scare.
And the trip was beautiful. In fact, backpacking through parts of Malaysia was possibly one of the best experiences of my life so far. Detailed post covering all high & lowlights later, but to sum it up: amazing food, stressful haggling, friendly people, trolling men, beautiful scenery, abundant exercise, psychotic monkeys, getting lost, intellectual conversations, communication gaps, universal smiles, international love.
And to top it off, I just had my first article published in Thought Catalog. It's not as good as it could have been because I unintentionally tried to tailor it to a style that was not completely my own. It's okay, I already have another article topic in mind. You learn as you go, right?
And I have also discovered a new TV show to latch onto: Prison Break. Now, if you'll excuse me, it is time to finish Season 1.
Specifically Kuala Lumpur & Penang. Be back around 8 a.m. SST on Monday.
Once again, just in case the monkeys decide to attack me at Penang Hill or the capitol…or something, please call the Embassy.
This week:
*dramatically ties up hair*
I recall what has been said to me:
I file a complaint, perpetrator denies, colleagues defend his actions:
Realizing people can suck up to boss and get away with anything:
If voicing my opinion against injustices in the office makes me that entitled little intern and a "what-does-she-know" girl from America, so be it.
I guess this is what people would call a true international experience. Whatever it is, I am glad for it; everything happens for a reason. All I can do is learn from it, and KNOWLEDGE IS POWER, so yay me.
Often confused with lychee, longan is known as "dragon eye" in Chinese.
I went grocery shopping at Fair Price and ran across these while looking for lychee, about to leave the market in disappointment. I reluctantly decided to give these a try.
But I became so excited…that I decided to document the process of me eating my first batch.
1. Wash a bowl of longan.
2. Poke into one from the bottom, peeling away a flick of skin.
3. Unravel in a circular fashion.
4. Uncover the flesh completely.
5. Expose the black inedible seed.
6. Remove seed, eat, and dispose of the waste!
And just like that, I'm a happy camper after a long and hard week that has only just begun.
The first place I've visited here that actually somewhat bored me: Batam, Indonesia.
1. Arrived off the ferry at Sekupang.
2. Took a bus tour around the area — of course, they took us to all the tourist traps at which they took commission from all purchases. Still, I couldn't resist buying delicious Indonesian fruit chips. Also sampled Batam-style pickled mango and salak.
3. Saw a 15-minute show of men chewing pieces of glass, eating charcoal on fire, jumping through flaming hoops, and removing coconut husks with their teeth. Donated SGD to their cause.
4. Ate at a typical Indonesian buffet. Not bad! Baked fish, steamed vegetables, peanut sauce, fried tofu, fish chips, and fruit. Tried some Bubur Ketan Hitam + Bubur Kacang Hijau for dessert. (Very interesting; like kheer, but with an odd aftertaste.)
5. Observed men and women smoking EVERYWHERE: at every tour bus stop, in bathrooms, at dinner tables, inside mall shops, even in the hotel elevator… Haven't they heard that tobacco kills?
6. Saw more knockoff goods (getting a little old now) at a Batik shop.
7. Checked out the Nagoya Hill Shopping Centre. An hour later, ordered a salad while sitting next to a cat and a chain smoker.
8. Rode home in a free-service hotel van with 20 other people. (Mind you, this van is only meant to seat 11 people.) Pictures, of course, were taken abundantly.
9. Encountered a cockroach, a spider, a fly, and an unidentified fat bug in our room.
10. Watched a marathon of Bedlam, a British supernatural TV show. Read some Pride & Prejudice and went to sleep, escaping the smoke-induced nausea.
11. At breakfast of 4 pieces of toast and orange-flavored water on a table crawling with ants.
12. Tried exploring the hotel's proximity only to be approached and whistled at by strange Indonesian men on motorbikes. Cue our rushed re-entry to the hotel. Holed up until 12:30 pm.
13. Left the ferry terminal and realized how much I love Singapore. Back to my home away from home!
In Thailand:
Spicy cashew nut chicken
Coconut juice & fresh pulp
Vegeterian phad thai
Sweet & sour tofu
Continental salad
Coconut curry soup
Vegetable fried rice
"American" breakfast of eggs, toast, and meat
What happened in Bangkok? Well…
All in all: learned to bargain like an MF.
See you again soon, Thailand. But for now, I'm glad to be back @ my home away from home. #wannabesingaporean
Pictures to come soon!
Just letting y'all know! So if I'm not back online by Monday, the monkeys ate me…or something like that.
I am never machine-washing my clothes in Southeast Asia ever again.
Now all my tops can fit a woman twice my width and half my height. And all my underwear smells like Secret deodorant. Do these university machines even know what "washing" means?
How peachy… Just downright wonderful.
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We are in the USA and multicultural. I'd like your opinions on using such a whimsical name and whether you foresee any problems with having a middle name using an accute accent.
I am having a daughter soon, and DH and I both like the name Diana. I felt something was missing with the name until I rediscovered the name Lórien, which is from a literary body of work by JRR Tolkien. This author's work has great sentimental meaning to me and my family and I just love the name.
So, we are seriously considering Diana Lórien as the name. I contacted a linguist who specializes in languages of the Tolkien legendarium and have made sure I understand the meaning and pronunciation.
I feel it would be misspelling this name to use O instead of ó. Since it's a middle name, is there any possibility for complications?
I am not really looking for input on the name Diana, if you like it however you are welcome to tell me all about it:-)
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I think you should go for it! Diana is beautiful and Lórien is exotic and means something to you. Why not?NYC Addict to Girls' Names. Future journalist.
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Gosnell White, one of the winningest basketball coaches in Mecklenburg County history, will retire at the end of the season.
White, who coached the bulk of his high school career at Harding and West Charlotte, is currently at Union County's Marvin Ridge High. White started at Marvin Ridge in 2007.
His current team is 9-7 and plays rival Cuthbertson at home Friday.
In his career, White has won 533 games in 36 seasons. He coached at Harding before taking over at West Charlotte in the middle '90s. After winning more than 500 games and seven state championships under legendary coach Charles McCullough, the Lions program floundered after McCullough retired in 1994.
White took over after several other coaches had tried and returned West Charlotte to its previous dominant form. White's Lions won a Mecklenburg County public school-record eight straight conference championships from 1997-2004. His teams made five regional appearances. His 1998-99 West Charlotte team finished in the USA Today national poll top 10 and won the N.C. 4A state championship. That team is arguably the best public school team in N.C. history.
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Democrats Are Spending More on the Ground in Key Senate Races
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Democrats face tough challenges in a state that is drifting right. Their popular governor must leave office because of term limits, and outside interests loom larger in a race that may determine control of the Senate.
October 1, 2014, Wednesday
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October 1, 2014, Wednesday
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October 1, 2014, Wednesday
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It's been a long while since I posted here. I left soon after Katy-Sara died and found I needed to be away from here even though I found two of my best friends here.
My blogsite http://mindwalking-ajournalofdiscovery.blogspot.co.uk/ was something Katy that heartily approved of and I hope she would still do so. She didn't inspire it, my mother did who was very ill, but for both these ladies I think my best memorial to them is to embrace life as much as possible. Neither of them would want any of us to suffer as they did.
Anyway... for new comers as well as lost friends, Mindwalking has been running for nearly two years now. Pop by if every you feel like it. I try and write about the things that have helped me, but also about things to try and educate the prejudiced and ignorant. Plenty of links are on the side now should you ever need them and I am always happy to learn of new ones that have helped.
Just to say I haven't forgotten anyone here, indeed I find I can never forget that others are still fighting for their health, peace and happiness for all manner of reasons and through all manner of things.
Fantastic that the Time to Change Campaign is hitting mainstream media though. Thank goodness! I feel it's a major step forward toward understanding and eradicated the wretched stigma.
For me that stigma has always been the longer battle.
Rooting for each and everyone of us to get the acknowledgement and respect we totally deserve for just being fellow human beings.
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When positive results will be visible after first fraxel for acne scars. I have taken my first sitting on 4th August 2012. Please suggest which face wash should i use?
When Will Positive Results Will Be Visible After First Fraxel for Acne Scars?
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Fraxel laser smooths acne scars
There are several types of Fraxel laser. Assuming you had an ablative treatment like Fraxel Repair, you should see some improvement after the basic healing is complete in 2-3 weeks. Healing and remodeling continues under the skin for several months providing further smoothing and tightening of the skin. Typically, my patients and I will look at the result after 6th months and decide if a second treatment should be done, which is common for acne scars and somewhat less so for wrinkle treatments.
Results after Fraxel
The results of a Fraxel treatment are both immediate and progressive. Soon after the treatment, the surface of your skin will feel softer, look brighter and show more even tone. The next 3 to 6 months will bring more improvement as the deeper layers of the skin continue to heal.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.


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It has been almost 2 weeks since I got a copy of my original birth certificate. My official name was "Baby Boy Johns".
I have been completely obsessed with finding my birth mother. I guess it is a feeling that is natural, but it has been overwhelming. I have spent hours in front of a computer looking at the same pictures, following the same leads. They all lead me to 2 conclusions...
1.) The woman I thought could be my mother, that we contacted, actually is my birth mother but isn't ready to deal with it
2.) The woman on my birth certificate doesn't exist.
Let's deal with option 2. I have searched and searched for a woman named Norene Johns who would have been born in California in 1948 or 1949. There is absolutey no record of her. There are only 2 Norene Johns that I can find. 1 is in Idaho, the other is option number 1.
I feel like I have hit a brick wall. I feel sad and depressed. I really hoped that I could get some information and plug it into ancestry.com and find her or something close to her. There was no way it could be that easy.
This past weekend, I just needed to get away from it, the search has been tearing me up, so I got a big bike from Kegel Harley Davidson and rode all weekend long. It was tremendous therapy. Once I get home today I will keep looking and keep updating.
If you have been through this process, or know anyone who has, let me know.
If you are the Norene Johns that gave birth to a Baby Boy in St Johns Hospital in Springfield, IL on May 11th, please reach out to me. I would love to tell you thanks.
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Sara Leketa & The Problematix @ Falmouth BBC
When: Fri Mar 1st
10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Where: British Beer Company, 263 Grand Avenue, Falmouth Heights
Sara Leketa and her Problematix bring their high-energy rock n' roll to the Falmouth BBC. You won't be sorry if you go.
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