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Nourish your nails, your body and your soul.
The Can Can Parleur experience is a feast for your senses, from the moment you walk in the door to our welcoming "Bonjour!," so be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment to enjoy all the indulgent benefits of the Can Can Parleur.
Le Mary Jane
Mind, Body and Soul
We Have You Covered
Le Mary Jeanne is a Le Can Can Signature Manicure and Pedicure with the added benefits of CBD. We use CBD for its well-known healing properties, to feed your mind, body, and soul the nutrients they were meant to receive.
With Le Mary Jeanne we include:
- A CBD lotion and salve for your massage
- A CBD tincture, taken sub-lingually or in your tea
- An optional Headspace Meditation to deepen your relaxation
Like all of our products, our CBD is handcrafted in small batches to ensure the utmost consistency and quality. CBD is neither mind altering nor habit forming.
$60 Manicure
$70 Pedicure
Fall Into Wellness
Pumpkin Enzyme Treatment
Fall into Wellness with us.
Rejuvenate and Rehydrate your Hands and Feet with our Organic Pumpkin Enzyme Treatment.
During the summer, skin can become dehydrated, the damaging rays of the sun can speed up the aging process leaving hands and feet dry and dull.
With the dry cold winter months approaching, now is the best time of the year to re-hydrate and rejuvenate your skin.
Our Pumpkin Enzyme Scrub and Warming Pumpkin Masque treatment provide a wonderful, natural and gentle phyto-enzyme exfoliation leaving your skin noticeably soft and luminous after only one treatment. The natural enzymes in organic pumpkin dissolve dead cells, rejuvenates skin with beta carotene, vitamins C and A to combat free radical damage. A gentle blend of powdered coconut milk, honey and detoxifying clay draws toxins from the skin. Your feet are then enveloped in a warm tingling pumpkin mask and placed in warm booties.
Beautify your hands and feet as you delight in the scents of autumn that evoke
the spirit of fall.
Signature Manicure with Healthy Polish $50
Signature Pedicure with Healthy Polish $60
Combo $100
Add Healthy Gel additional $15 Hands $20 Feet
*Bio Sculpture not included.
Le Can Can
Envelope yourself in luxury, relaxation and pampering while enjoying environmentally friendly services.
Our signature treatment begins with delicate but through nail grooming using our locally made natural products. Your hands receive a cleansing spritz and are placed in warm, soothing keratin gloves to maximize hydration. Your feet are pampered and exfoliated using our organic sugar and coffee scrub and are placed in warm soothing keratin booties.
While tension fades away, you're given our extended signature hand or foot massage with your choice of our organic lavender-rose-citrus lotion or oil.
Choose your favorite fresh coat of enamel or Gel polish – ooh la la!
$30 manicure
$40 pedicure
$15 Be Silky Natural Callus Exfoliation
The healthier 5 and 10 free Gel polish, with a lasting effect.
$48 manicure
$53 pedicure
Psssst! Don't Forget to book your gel removal .
$15 Be Silky Natural Callous Exfoliation
Matcha Green Tea Treatment
Revitalize your mind, body and spirit
Using the finest and natural beauty. This unique treatment delivers exactly what the body and spirit require. Matcha Green Tea Vegan powder is known to posses significant antioxidant properties, and protect the skin from free radicals to repair skin and detoxify at the deepest level. We combine shea butter to moisturize and repair dry irritated skin with essential oil of white tea, ylang ylang, coriander, clary sage, ho leaf and sweet orange to soothe your mind and put you at ease.Serve with a cup of Matcha Green tea to replace important essentials nutrients and further boost its cleansing affects.
Signiture Treatment + Matcha Scrub + Matcha Clay Mask + Steamy Towels + Finish with Healthy Polish or Healthier Gel at additional fee.
$45 manicure
$55 pedicure
$15 Be Silky Natural Callus Exfoliation
The healthier 5 and 10 free Gel polish, with a lasting effect.
$58 manicure
$63 pedicure
Psssst! Don't Forget to book your gel removal .
$15 Be Silky Natural Callous Exfoliation
Bio Sculpture Gel
Why Bio Sculpture.
Healthy, Strong & Last Long.
The Healthier Alternative
Strengthen, condition, and promote the growth of your natural nails while allowing weak, damaged, brittle or healthy nails to grow. With Bio Sculpture there is no inhaling of dust, vapor or smelly odors, and no excessive buffing before, during, or after application. Bio Sculpture can quickly and safely be removed in 10-20 minutes with Bio Sculpture Gel Soak Off (Gel Removal). Absolutely NO Bio Sculpture product contains any form of Acrylic, DBP, Formaldehyde, or Toluene.
No Chip Manicure
Weak, Flaky , Brittle, Soft, Damaged, or Healthy nails? Bio Sculpture Gel has the option to customize the flexibility of nails for a less-flexible (harder) finish. Bio Sculpture nails are applied thin and natural looking without the use of damaging primers, bonders, or base coats. It is strong and durable, yet flexible, so it provides the nail the ability to bend without cracking or splintering. It also dries instantly and resists all signs of wear and tear. Best of all; it will not lift, chip, smudge, or wear away at the free edge for up to 4 weeks!
$53 Manicure
$60 Pedicure
Psssst! Don't Forget to book your gel removal .
$15 Be Silky Natural Callous Exfoliation
Bio Sculpture Natural Nail Extensions
Flexible or Solid (less-Flexible) gel sculptures create strong, thin, natural looking extensions without the use of glue or resin. Extend natural nails that will not split or crack, giving your nails the chance to grow long and strong. Bio Sculpture can also be applied over other nail enhancements or tips.
Starting at $90
Depending on the desired length
Fills $65
Within a 16 day period
Can Can Quickie
Glamour on the run
This version of our signature Can Can manicure and pedicure is perfect if you're short on time. This is a waterless treatment, rather than a full manicure or pedicure. Your nails are clipped, filed and buffed with grape seed oil. Then your hands or feet are massaged, using our organic signature lotion/oil to leave your skin soft, nourished and supple. The perfect polish or buff finish allows you to dash back into your busy day.
Please note: no modifications or add-on services are permitted with the Can Can Quickie.
$21 Manicure
$29 Pedicure
Le Bio Seaweed Gel Polish
Bio seaweed gel manicure and pedicure
This unique 5-free treatment lets you relish the lasting effect you've come to expect but without the harsh toxins and fumes associated with traditional gel applications. This is the perfect service for someone who just wants clean and tidy Gel polish nails.This service includes filing, shaping, a hot towel treatment, gel application, and cuticle oil. Gel polish eliminates the need for drying time, is smudge-proof, and protects and strengthens your natural nail. Not only is it great on hands but it's amazingly convenient on feet.
$37 Manicure
$47 Pedicure
Psssst! Don't Forget to book your gel removal .
$15 Be Silky Natural Callous Exfoliation
Le Bio Seaweed Gel Color Change
Our gel service includes a gentle and professional removal of old Gel polish, cuticle care, filing and shaping before the re-application using our unique 5 free Gel polish treatment. All the benefits of wearing gel, without the harsh toxins and fumes associated with traditional gels. Our service is complete with the application of our Le Can Can signature cuticle oil.
Manicure $47
Pedicure $57
Psssst! Don't Forget to book your gel removal .
$15 Be Silky Natural Callous Exfoliation
Le Can Can Natural Nail Conditioning Treatment
Our natural nail conditioning treatment works exceptionally well on nails that are rehabilitating from improper care and poorly done gel removal.
This innovative two-part treatment improves nail plate integrity and creates a protective shield for the nail.
The conditioning improves natural nail imperfections resulting in smoother, stronger, natural nail color. Creates a protective shield for the nail. Also used to target natural nail imperfections and weaknesses that prevent natural nails from growing long. Strengthens, repairs and fills deep grooves resulting in a smoother nail plate. Natural nail color and appearance improved.
Recommended as a bi-weekly natural nail rejuvenating treatment. Purchase a series of four and receive a fifth treatment on us.
Hands $15, Feet $15
Champagne et Roses
Rose petal champagne manicure and pedicure
This luxurious treatment begins with a meticulous grooming of your cuticles and nail shaping, followed by a decadent soak in pink champagne, rose petals and essential rose oil elixir. An organic milk and honey shea body butter scrub exfoliates and hydrates your hands and feet while relieving your stress. And you further unwind during a Be Silky treatment on your feet, to diminish cracks and callouses, followed by an invigorating cucumber heel therapy treatment.
A hot stone massage is then performed from your elbows or knees to the tips of your fingers or toes. Your hands receive a luxurious keratin treatment, to restore skin elasticity and a more youthful appearance, followed by warm, soothing gloves. Your feet are painted in rose-lavender paraffin, swathed in booties, and further massaged with our organic honey, milk and rose lotion.
Complete your experience with the polish of your choice.
$110 manicure, $120 pedicure
Pure Aromatherapie
Perfect for relieving inflammation and achy joints
Begin with a gentle but meticulous nail shaping followed by a calming soak in warm milk and honey. Your hands then are exfoliated with our shea butter scrub and placed in heated gloves to rest. Your feet are treated to our oatmeal-lavender kaolin clay masque and wrapped in heated booties. We gently remove the masque using a hot towel to reveal fresher and softer feet.
A signature hand or foot massage with our aromatherapy healing remedy lotion comes next, to stimulate acupressure points, loosen overworked muscles, boost circulation and encourage lymph flow.
A final splash of color — your choice of polish — completes your escape.
$65 manicure, $70 pedicure
Le Citron
Like an indulgent facial for your hands and feet
A nail grooming is followed by a revitalizing citrus soak. Once thoroughly nourished, your nails and cuticles are treated to our special blend of jojoba oil, sweet almond oil and vitamin E.
Your hands and arms are exfoliated with a rich crystal citric acid complex that transforms into a deep penetrating serum, resulting in soft, smooth hands which are then placed in warm gloves. Your feet receive a hydrating Be Silky treatment to diminish cracks and callouses, then are wrapped in cozy booties.
An exhilarating citrus shea body butter is applied to your hands, restoring elasticity and prevent signs of aging, while your feet receive a cleansing, energizing citrus and sage scrub followed by an organic cucumber shea butter heel therapy.
Complete your juicy escape with a polish of your choice.
$65 manicure, $70 pedicure
Le Roi for Men
Gentleman's manicure and pedicure
Begin with a relaxing organic kelp soak, followed by nail shaping, cuticle grooming and a nourishing oiled buff treatment. Your hands and feed are exfoliated, hydrated and restored to a toned and healthy condition with our signature l 'Homme scrub treatment.
Choose a polish-free buff, or a natural-colored matte base, and top coat of nail-strengthening, organic, botanical horsetail for your nails. If you go with the polish, we also apply a non-formaldehyde nail protein for further strengthening and protection.
Complete your treatment with a hot towel wrap and stimulating fingertips-to-elbows and toes-to-knees massages with our organic shea body butter or oil.
$40 manicure, $50 pedicure
A La Carte
May be added to any service unless otherwise noted
Extended hand or foot massage 10 minutes : $13
Paraffin wrap for hands or feet: $15
French tips: hands $15 toes $25
Half-moon hands polish: $20
Nail art: starts at $5 per nail
Gemstones: per stone per nail $5
Be Silky callous softener: $15
Polish change: hands $15 feet $17
Eco Fin Heat Treatment: Hands $15 Feet $20
Gentle Non Acetone Gel removal hands:
Gel Removal Without Service $10
On Site Gentle Gel Removal with Service $0
Off Site Gentle Gel Removal $10
Gentle Non Acetone Gel removal feet:
On Site Gentle Gel Removal $5
Off Site Gentle Gel Removal $14
Healthy 5 and 10 Free Nail Lacquers
We proudly feature the following curated brands of healthy nail polish:
RGB | Treat Collection | deborah lippman | ZOYA | NCla | LVX
Chanel | Butter London | Azature Black Diamond | Jessica |Lauren B. |
Healthier Gel
We are a locally-owned boutique licensed to offer Bio Seaweed Gel and ncLA:
Bio Seaweed Gel and ncLA are a one-component nail system; it is simply applied onto the nail without the need for a time-consuming build-up process. It does not require the use of primers or bonders, eliminates the need for excessive buffing and emits no odor, dust or fumes.
Bio Seaweed Gel is 5-Free. No formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, BHA or solvents.
ncLA is 7-Free. No formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, BHA, solvents, camphor, tphp or xylene
The gel cures under a LED lamp in 4 minutes for both clear and color gel, and is both flexible and durable.
Depilatory Services
Can Can Parleur uses only premium blue hard wax and soft waxes that leave your skin softer and nourished
Lip $12
Chin $10
Nostrils $10
Sideburns $15
Underarms $20
Toes/Fingers $15
Let's Create Your Perfect Brow
Design your eyebrows to perfectly fit the unique features of your face.
Includes brow fill, highlight and high frequency treatment to reduce redness.
Organic Threading or Wax $30
Brow maintenance, 2 weeks $17
Lash and Brow Tint
Custom Color For Your Eyes Only. Beautiful long lasting dark lashes in an instant. Create a fuller looking brow.
Plant Based Semi-permeant, lasts to 4 to 6 weeks.
Brow $22
Eyelash Tint $34
Curl Perfect Lash Lift
The Can Can Curl Perfect Lash Lift is one of the easiest and fastest ways to brighten and lift your entire face.
The stunning alternative to eyelash extensions. The Lash Lift gives that stunning wide-eyed look to your natural lash. With the Can Can Curl Perfect Lash Lift, the results are immediately visible and can be a more cost effective lower maintenance alternative to lash extensions.
A certified trained and skilled lash specialist will perform your Lash Lift procedure with utmost care and proper technique as to not damage natural lashes.
Allow 45 minutes and lasts up to 6 weeks!
Lash Tint and Lash Lift $130
Ou LaLa Lashes
Why should I choose Can Can Parleur Ou LaLa Lash Extensions?
Eyelash extensions are an amazingly powerful way to enhance your natural beauty, increase eye contact and boost your confidence. We make sure you get the absolute best in luxury service, design, and technique from an experienced, advanced trained and lash artist. We only use the highest quality of eyelash extensions and adhesives.
What Are Eyelash Extensions?
Eyelash Extensions are a popular new service and product that lengthens and thickens your own natural eyelashes. Lash Extensions are single strands of synthetic/silk or Siberian mink eyelashes that are curved to replicate a natural eyelash. They are applied to each individual natural eyelash one by one for a natural, beautiful and luscious look. Eyelash Extensions are perfect for special occasions or for day to day wear.
What is the difference between Natural and Glamourous extensions?
Classic is a method where 1 lash extension is applied to 1 natural lash. This method is also known as 1 to 1. Classic lashes are perfect for clients who already have a lot of lashes but want to add more length or clients who simply just want a more natural look.
Glamourous lashes are multiple lash extensions are applied to one single natural eyelash, using very thin and light weight extension lashes. When 2 extensions are applied to one natural lash, this is described as 2D. If 3 extensions are applied to one natural eyelash, then this is described as 3D, etc. As this method requires using very thin and light weight lashes, lashes appear lighter, fluffier and give the client a fuller look. This method is perfect for clients who have sparse lashes or just want a more dramatic look without having to use a thicker lash extension.
How long do eyelash extensions last?
For some, they may last a couple months. While others may shed within a couple days. All hair on your body follows a specific growth cycle and will grow to a specific length before shedding. Because each individual eyelash is in its very own growth cycle, it is perfectly normal to lose a few natural eyelashes everyday. Your individual eyelash cycle, combined with how well you care for the eyelash extensions will determine how long they last.
Having said that, with proper care and maintenance appointments every 2-4 weeks, your extensions can last indefinitely.
What is the application process?
The process should be relaxing in practice. After you lie down on the table, your trained Lash Professional will cover your lower lashes with a soothing gel pad to protect your lower lashes during application. You then relax with your eyes closed. Many clients fall asleep during the procedure.
How long does the application take?
The average full-set of eyelash extensions takes approximately 90 minutes for Natural and 2.5 to 2 hours for Glamorous. The average maintenance appointment for touchups/fills takes around an hour.
Is it safe for my eyes?
Eyelash extensions, when properly applied, are completely safe. The extensions are applied with a special adhesive that is similar to what is used in the medical field for suture-less stitches, it is surgical grade, formaldehyde free, and made in the USA.
Will eyelash extensions damage my lashes?
Properly applied extensions will not damage your natural eyelashes. Your natural lashes are always shedding and cycling back, the extensions will simply fall off with your natural lashes. The extensions themselves will not cause your lashes to fall out or become damaged unless the extensions are too long or thick for your natural lashes
Can I wear mascara?
It is not recommended to wear mascara over the eyelash extensions as it can weaken the bond of the adhesive and cause premature loss of the extensions. However, you may wear water-based, non waterproof mascara on the lower lashes, being careful when applying and removing them. Waterproof mascara is NEVER recommended.
Can I use lash curlers?
Eyelash extensions do not require additional curling. If you are looking for more curl, ask your CCP lash artist to apply a curlier lash. If you need to curl your natural lashes to blend them in, the
only recommended type is a heated eyelash curler. Never use mechanical curlers.
How do I care for them?
The more meticulous you are about caring for your eyelash extensions, the longer you can expect them to last.
- Use ONLY water based and OIL-FREE products around your eye area. Oil breaks down the adhesive bond. Creams and serums should be applied sparingly, and not closer than the orbital bone. Anything that hasn't absorbed after 2 minutes can be blotted with a tissue or blotting paper.
- Avoid waterproof mascara. It is better not to use any mascara at all, as wearing mascara regularly will increase the need for touch-up appointments.
- Always wash your eyelashes with gentle foamy cleanser, like baby shampoo, applied gently with your fingers and wash with water every single day. Remember, eyelashes are meant to protect our eyes from debris, dirt and dust.
- Dry thoroughly by blotting (not rubbing) with a towel or blow drying on a cool setting, then spin through with a clean mascara wand.
- Avoid using cotton swabs or pads that will leave lint and catch on your extensions.
- Avoid using an eyelash curler as it creates a kink in your eyelash extensions, hence reducing the life of your extensions.
- Do not rub, pick, twist or pull at your lashes or eyelash extensions. If you would like them removed, please contact your Can Can Professional.
- If you can, sleep on your back to avoid the risk of lashes rubbing against your pillow.
Be gentle with your lashes. How you care for eyelash extensions will directly affect the look of your lashes as well as the length of time between touch-up appointments.
Is it approved by FDA?
The FDA does not currently regulate eyelash extensions and eyelash extension adhesive. If a company is claiming they or their products are "approved" by FDA, they are sadly misinformed.
Eyelash extension regulations vary widely between countries, and even from state to state. In the USA, many states DO require you to be a licensed esthetician or cosmetologist in order to perform an eyelash extension service – California is one of them.
What type of lashes do you use?
We stock an extremely wide selection of lash lengths, thickness, and curl shapes, not just the most popular sizes. This variety ensures you the best look for your eyes. We use 100% polyester fiber extensions, otherwise knows as synthetic minks.
We also carry silk and 100% mink lashes, which are cruelty free, obtained by gently brushing live animals, without harming them. This gentle, meticulous procedure ensures that no animals are harmed during the entire harvesting process, while preserving the quality of the harvested fur. In addition, every single lash is sterilized and hand assembled to ensure quality and durability.
What if I have skin sensitivities and allergies?
Skin sensitivities and allergies are extremely rare and your safety and care is our utmost concern. We use the highest quality products and sanitation protocols in the industry. However, CCP is not liable for reaction due to our products used. If you are concerned, please call CCP for a patch test several days before your appointment.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes! We work by appointment only. If you would like to schedule an appointment, the fastest way is to call (323) 954-6900 and have your credit card details ready. Please be sure to note our cancellation and rescheduling policy.
Before your appointment:
- If you use water proof mascara, avoid using it 2-3 days before your appointment. The film it leaves on your lashes may prevent the extensions from adhering correctly.
- Arrive to your appointment with dry, clean lashes and makeup. The more time your CCP Professional has the spend cleaning your lashes, the less time you have for the application – less lashes applied.
- Remove contact lenses before your appointment.
During the initial 24-48 hours AFTER your appointment:
- Avoid hot steam from showers, facials, saunas and swimming pools for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid tanning beds for 48 hours after application and make sure your eyelashes and eye area are covered during application.
- Avoid chemical peels, waxing or laser treatments around the eyes.
- If you experience any pain, redness or irritation, contact Can Can Parleur or a medical professional.
What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?
Scheduled treatments are reserved especially for you. We understand that situations arise in which you must cancel your appointment. However, we require 24-hour advance notice in order to cancel or reschedule any service with no charge. If your appointment is not cancelled within this notification period, your appointment is considered confirmed. Any changes or cancellations made after the 24-hour window are subject to a charge for each service. Because of this policy, a valid credit card number is required at time of booking. This policy also applies to gift card and certificate holders.
Late policy
If you arrive late, your session may be shortened in order to accommodate others whose appointments follow yours. Regardless of the length of time serviced, you will be responsible for the full session. Please note that we have a 15 minutes' late policy. Arriving 15 minutes after your appointment will be considered a no-show and we reserve the right to charge according to the services scheduled. As a courtesy and consideration to your lash artist and other clients, please plan and be on time.
For first time clients to Can Can Parleur, to save some time for your appointment, please fill out "New Client Consent Form", print it and bring it along to your appointment.
Faux Mink Lashes Full Set – Natural Look $100
Faux Mink Full Set – Glamour Look $145
Touch Up-Fills for Faux Mink $70
Silk Lashes Full Set-Natural Look $145
Silk Lashes Full Set-Glamour Look $195
Touch Up-Fills for Silk Lashes $95
Brow Relaxer
Unruly brow treatment $24


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Although I planned to continue this activity further, I was not able to do so. The school's schedule and my own never coincided – they could only allow me to go in the morning, but I myself have school at that time. This was quite disheartening for me, as I truly enjoyed reading to those children, but I wasn't able to make it work out.
Still, I did manage to achieve the two learning outcomes I connected to this activity. I did "undertake new challenges", as it was the first time I ever read to children. It was a completely new experience for me, and it was very enriching. I learned how to get the kids involved with the story, which was very fun to do and also a very useful skill to deal with children. I also achieved the learning outcome that requires me to "consider the ethical implication of my action". I aknowledge how important reading is for the development of cognitive processes, especially in young children. I also realise that these children rarely have people read to them, which means it is unlikely for them to get hooked on reading. Therefore, my reading to them was possibly a rare and valuable happening in my life, and it hopefully inspired them to become independently interested in reading themselves. However, my intervention could have been more useful if I had been able to go to the school more times.
Hence, if I could repeat this activity all over again, I would certainly do it and, this time, I would like to visit the school many more times than just one.


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It's a brave new world out there in cyberspace. A place full of Kiks and Tweets and anonymous questions. It's also a place full of children – your children – and unfortunately, many parents don't seem to be aware of its presence, let alone its pitfalls.
The internet is not a child's playground
Forewarned is forearmed, as they say, so we've put together a guide to some of the most popular social media platforms for kids right now – including the ones you've never heard of. Last week, we kicked off our parent's guide to social media series with a look at Facebook. Check it out for tips from the experts on guiding your children through the minefield that is the internet and social media.
This week, let's turn our attention to one of the world's most popular micro-blogging sites - Tumblr.
Tumblr (tumblr.com)
What is it?
A micro-blogging site slanted towards 'creative self-expression', rather than Facebook's 'life as I know it' vibe, Tumblr allows users to create collages of photos, videos and quotes. Whether your 'thing' be cats or 1D, you can express your love on Tumblr through words and pictures.
How does it work?
Users can write their own blogs, reblog content that interests them, ask questions, talk to other users, follow people and repost their content.
Why kids like it
Tumblr offers kids a way to navigate contemporary culture. They can follow the Tumblr blogs of celebrities, fashion designers and their favourite sporting heroes.
What you need to know
Age requirements: Tumblr requires users to be 13 years or older to create an account.
Tumblr is well set up for dealing with cyber bullying or any kind of online harassment, making it easy to report and block a specific user and/or their Tumblr blog. Unfortunately, for every I ♥ Tumblr there's an XXX-rated option, so you'll need to talk to your kids about inappropriate content, as well as being smart about following links that may lead to malicious applications and computer viruses.
Don't forget the basics
In the swirl of ever-changing technology, it's easy to forget that there are some basic rules every kid needs to know before they venture online in any way.
- Be careful what you share. Make sure kids, particularly when they're starting out, know that home addresses, phone numbers, schools and other personal information is off limits online. If they're asked for them, even at the sign-up stage for an app, they need to double-check with an adult before handing over the details.
- Age limits matter. Most apps and social media platforms have an age minimum of 13. "This is a legal age," says cyber bullying expert Susan McLean of Cyber Safety Solutions. "It's not decided by the app or the website, but comes out of a law in the US." That law is the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. The App Store also imposes its own ratings – and it's worth noting the 17+ rating on Kik.
- Parents know passwords. Keep track of your kids' account information so you can keep an eye on their profiles. Let them know that your intention is not to spy, but to keep them safe.
- No-one else knows passwords. Remind your kids that passwords and logins are not to be shared with friends, no matter how close. If other kids can log in, there's a much bigger chance of cyber bullying or other online trouble.
- Don't talk to strangers. While many parents have this conversation about the playground, they overlook the importance of it online. Keep an eye on the profiles of those your kids are associating with online and make sure it's only people they know in real life. If you spot someone you don't know, ask about them.
Next week's Parents' Guide to Social Media will take a look at the social media site that has gained attention for all the wrong reasons - Ask.fm.
Are your kids on Tumblr? What websites do you think are the best/worst for kids and teens?
Read more on Kidspot:
- A parent's guide to social media: Part 1 - Facebook
- Parents vs Facebook: Why kids don't want to be friends with their parents
- Cyber bullying and trolls: If adults can't cope, what hope do kids have?
More on cyber safety for kids:
- Cyber safety: do you know how to keep your kids safe online?
- How to tackle cyber bullies
- 15 things parents should know about bullying
Related reading:
- Cyber Safety for Parents from Cyber Safety Solutions
- Facebook behaviour: To err is human, but not on Facebook from Easy Peasy Kids
- Facebook is most popular site that youngsters join from Mail Online


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Travel Insurance for Medical and Trip Cancelation
Traveling can mean encountering the unexpected, from small inconveniences to truly serious emergencies. Language Link has teamed up with Travelex to offer a wide range of coverage and 24/7 travel assistance to meet the challenges of today's travel and help you enjoy a worry-free trip. Even if you have medical coverage in the U.S., almost no policies will cover medical expenses when you are out of the country. This includes Medicare. In case you have to cancel your trip for whatever reason, if you have trip insurance, you can be reimbursed for airfare and all prepaid costs.
We have been sending people to study abroad for over twenty five years. We have experience with helping both the student and Travelex expedite the claim. It costs no extra to use us as a contact point. We are based out of the US, so we are readily available for you and Travelex in the case of any claims. We want you to have a safe, hassle-free, and pleasant trip!
Travelex can be reached directly at (800) 228-9792 and mention our locator number of 13-1069 (you use this number as a record in case you need to file a claim); or you can fill the form out on their website.
95% of our clients will only need the Travel Basic plan. It is a general cost effective plan that covers your basic needs and is cost effective. If you are staying longer than 30 days you will need the Travel Select plan. You have to register for this on-line or by telephone.
Travel Protection
Language Link recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. Travel protection plans can include coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay and more.
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I have concluded all my tasks for today quite a while ago like I spent all my money on food shopping and buying newspapers and so on.
And my cooking plans are finalized. I am probably 100% crazy. We are talking about me to cook just and only for myself (1 person!). But the quantities probably would feed a very big family…I am always buying far too much.
Here is my plan for the next three days:
1. Today – be lazy after having been shopping and taking things out of the freezer, and also picking up my meat grinder for grinding the ingredients for my liver dumplings
2. Tomorrow
- a) go to our Sunday market early to buy some fresh milk from the Muslim peasants of the villages near Bansko (the only ones that still have cows) and some apples (my ex-woman wants to keep those that grew on our trees in the garden for herself)
- b) Start roasting a duck carcass that I took out of the freezer today, with carrot, celery, leek, onion, pepper, salt and so on and then boil it for half of the day in a big pot to produce "duck stock" that I will use for the sauce of my stuffed duck on Tuesday…
- c) have a little breakfast back home (with a lot of freshly squeezed orange juice)
- d) make the beef stock for my Bavarian liver dumpling soup on Monday evening. Crazy me! I bought about 2.3kg of beef bones and 1.5kg of beef to produce the soup( and 1.5 kg of liver!). What I can guarantee is that the soup will have a phantastic aroma (for European tastes). The taste will be like the "essence" of beef. Some of the meat I will cut into the soup, the bones and some other meat will go to the dogs that I have to look after)
- e) slice white bread rolls so that they can dry and I can use them for my liver dumpling mixture on Monday
- f) drive up to the mountains to find a small but nice Christmas tree in a remote area without people, that I can cut and steal very quickly to take back home :))
- g) drive to my old house and "borrow" some Christmas decoration (my "ex" will have gone to the capital by then to spend Christmas with her parents)
- h) boil and peel chestnuts to use as part of the duck stuffing for Tuesday (I hate peeling chestnuts!).
- i) get drunk on hot milk with whiskey and get healthy
3. Monday
- a) early breakfast with my personal blend of South American coffees (as usual: two parts Costa Rica, two parts Columbia, one part Nicaragua, all Arabica of course), a slice of wheat/rye- bread with German ham and one with Bulgarian honey, and 1/2l of freshly squeezed orange juice. If in the mood maybe even scrambled eggs with truffle oil, bacon and such ghastly stuff.
- b) putting up the Christmas tree on my balcony (no room in the sitting room) and decorating it.
- c) listening to Bavarian Christmas carols while making my liver dumplings (contents: calf liver, onion, parsley, marjoram, salt, pepper, nutmeg, lemon peel, bread crumbs, garlic, bone marrow…)
- d) …then, when I am drunk enough, to light the (real) candles on the Christmas tree, play Bavarian mountain Christmas carols at high volume, sing along (to make sure everyone in the neighbourhood will flee the area and me to have my piece). Then to call my daughter and her mother and my sister to wish all of them eternal life. Pretend to open all my Christmas presents (somehow they have not arrived yet – and, in fact, I neither need nor want any) – eat my world-best liver dumpling soup – and then relax on the comfortable sofa with all its cushions, thinking of all the people in my life that have been close to me and that have died in the meantime (and there are quite a few of them) – carrying on with the drinking.
That's the plan. It may not work (as it usually is the case with plans, especially in Bulgaria).
But it will keep me busy for the next few days.
And I wish all of you a Merry Christmas. A Christmas that is in the tradition of your childhood. A Christmas that takes you back in time to when you were a child – or, if you are older, to when you were a young parent and tried to instil the Christmas spirit on your children.
Christmas is all about people and their relations amongst each others. Kind of like a window that shows you what life could (and should) be all about. Unachievable for most of us. But a worthy goal.
Merry Christmas, my friends.
"Za mnogo godini" as we say in Bulgaria


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Juvenile diabetes is increasing. It is important that you have been diagnosed at an early stage so that treatment can begin as soon as possible.
Children are not able to discern a problem on your system, you may feel a bit 'out of sorts and still claim to be right. , Then it is important that you watch them closely and look for telltale signs that can point to something unusual.
A doctor visit is not a priority list of a child, things that you enjoy doing AOS. Or you should run your doctor whenever you suspect something is not right. However, you should talk to your doctor if you have any lingering concerns about your child, AOS health. Here, the PM how to recognize symptoms of type 1 or juvenile diabetes, so you can decide if and when a call is necessary.
Enuresis or frequent urination
If you notice that your baby is always hungry and thirsty, this could indicate a lack of insulin, which transports glucose to your child, if necessary, the cells of the administrative officials of the body, the body tries to compensate for the lack of insulin absorb water from around the world who can. So, this makes the child very very hungry and thirsty usually too. Because of increased fluid intake has to go somewhere, so that the child needs to run to the bathroom to empty his bladder. The occurrence of enuresis can be started simply because the bladder is full at all times.
Unexplained weight loss
Clear that children burn so much energy and can be very thin, however, at any time the child is losing weight for no apparent reason. This may indicate that juvenile diabetes is affecting your health and start to sound the alarm should especially when the child is eating and drinking more than usual, and still lose weight. The body may, AOT eat and drink enough when you have problems with insulin production. Like any piece of machinery where there is a problem in the supply of fuel can expect AOT to work properly.
More confused than usual
One can say that very often children are very confused thoughts rather confusing this can easily be attributed to their stage of life. However, this can actually be a symptom of juvenile diabetes more difficult to discern. If your child shows signs of confusion, disorientation, or uncoordinated movements due to fatigue, an increase of hunger and thirst, be careful. These are the symptoms of the body through a lot of work trying to keep the baby goes.
Other warning signs
Obviously not all children are the same as the symptoms of juvenile diabetes may vary with each child. Here are some of the symptoms of diabetes:
1. constant fatigue without reason,
2. fruity breath when paradise, AOT been eating or drinking something fruity.
3. Looking at how they have the flu.
4. Some even complain that their hands or feet itching for a long time.
As you can see, there is much to look at, now that you know what the symptoms of juvenile diabetes are easy to watch your child has informed the development of the AM and you will be able to examine the types of behavior in the light of this information.


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General performance
Studies have been conducted since 2000 to examine TPO's long-term performance. For example, the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) conducted an in-situ research and testing program of 60-mil-thick TPO membranes from four manufacturers. The test roof systems were installed during 2000-01 in four climate regions throughout western North America. Based on regular sampling and testing, all test roof systems performed well. There were no issues with seam integrity, membrane tightening or overall watertightness. One membrane in Las Vegas had some cracking that was associated with a sharp crease created during the original installation. That same membrane also exhibited some micro-cracking and crazing in a limited section. It can be concluded the high solar irradiance (heat and light), possibly in combination with a less robust formulation, led to this development.
A European study examined three TPO roof systems five and 10 years after installation. As with the WSRCA study, essentially no membrane thickness change was observed. Also, all roof systems were found to be performing well.


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Sunday, 10 October 2010
Captain's log
Busy, busy, busy...no time for waffle (I know, I know... so unlike me...).
Firstly the review of Friday night's poetry/music event here in Montrose is over at the other blog (this one!).
Secondly the Poetry Bus magazine is still for sale (here) and I've got my copies (hurray!). So far I have particularly enjoyed the beautiful cover and the poems 'For God's Sake (and one for my baby)' by Liz Gallagher, 'To Destroy your letters' by Saint James Harris Wood and 'Chalks' by Colm Keegan (I haven't read anything like the whole thing yet though). Obviously I am biased (being in it...) but if every publication is influenced by its creator/publisher then this magazine is (thanks to Peadar) one of the most genuinely positive reads I've had in a long while. All poetry magazines have pretensions but pretension is a big wide word and here, for sure, all the pretensions are good (lots of fun finding out other Poetry Bus bloggers' real names too... assuming they are real names and not just more pseudonyms like, er, mine...).
And finally, the Poetry Bus (online) prompt for this week from Niamh B is:
Pick a newspaper, any newspaper. Find a little story - no more than 2 inches of print... i.e. a really short news item - nothing majorly important.
Make a poem inspired by it.
So last week I picked a story out of the local paper about a young guy of 24 doing community service for carrying a dangerous weapon.
And now... the poem (removed temporarily):
p.s. Nice to see you, to see you nice.
31 comments:
- Rachel Fox said...
Oh and there's more...I've put some of my Poetry Bus mag thoughts over on Peter G's post too (here).
- 10 October 2010 at 11:23
- Peter Goulding said...
Well, you really got inside the little toerag's head with that one! Succinct and no BS.
Glad Friday went well - never heard of the poets, but that's a reflection on me, not them. Great to see you bringing it to the masses.
- 10 October 2010 at 13:02
- Rachel Fox said...
Been reading your poem in the Bus mag Peter! What is a 10D please (sounds like a very odd bra size..)?
- 10 October 2010 at 13:05
- Rachel Fox said...
All the poets from Friday night are Scottish and/or Scottish based, Peter, so I'm sure you know more Irish ones than me! And anyway you do know one of them (Morgan) but you maybe know him under another name.
- 10 October 2010 at 13:08
- The Weaver of Grass said...
That poem says so much Rachel and is the best reason I know for young people behaving as they do. We all need to feel we are somebody.
Can't wait for my mag from Peadar to arrive - I think he deserves an accolade for his part in it all.
- 10 October 2010 at 14:09
- Jessica Maybury said...
I can kind of emphasise with the persona in this poem. how pretentious am I. If I had a gun I'd carry it around, too. Thank god I live in Ireland and they're not easily obtainable.
I liked your line lengths, and the matter-of-fact way you have of description and narration. I like it:)
- 10 October 2010 at 14:10
- Rachel Fox said...
Yes, Weaver, quite so... and there are so many of us now!
I think most of us have an inner assassin, Jessica (hell, there's a couple of people I could happily put out of their misery right this week!)... so yes, thank heavens for the locked gun cabinet! Glad you like the poem, language etc. - some people really don't share your view so it's always good to get it from all sides.
- 10 October 2010 at 14:17
- Totalfeckineejit said...
Your poem, Rachel, says it all without saying much.That's what poetry does well, and you do it really well here. Nice one!
And that's a terrific response to the the mag, I'm delighted! Thanklee!
- 10 October 2010 at 14:17
- Totalfeckineejit said...
Ps. 'Good game, good game!'
- 10 October 2010 at 14:43
- Rachel Fox said...
- 10 October 2010 at 14:49
- The Poetry Bus said...
Oh, and 10 D is (part of) the latest number plate here in Ireland. 10 for 2010 and D (in this case) for Dublin.
I remember that EVERYBODY wanted the millenium plate 00 it became really iconic all those years ago, the ultimate status symbol of the Celtic Tiger, and I got one !!
Trouble is I didn't get my 00 till 2007! Doh!
- 10 October 2010 at 15:08
- Rachel Fox said...
Thanks. I was totally in the dark there...thought it must be a model of BMW or something!
- 10 October 2010 at 15:27
- Kat Mortensen said...
I'm waiting for my copy of the PBM to land in my #304 mailbox in this apartment building in which I'm currently living. It will utterly be the highlight of my day when it arrives, I'm sure.
Re: "Stunning" As Peter G said, you definitely got into his head, Rachel. I liked that line "I am skinny and ugly". Was there a photo, or did you just expect him to be that way? Really good.
- 10 October 2010 at 16:49
- Rachel Fox said...
Thanks Kat - no, it's all from the imagination. Poor bloke - he's probably drop dead gorgeous and only carrying it out of self-defence because he's being stalked by admirers. You never know.
- 10 October 2010 at 17:23
- The Bug said...
I agree with the others - I was nodding my head, "oh THAT'S why they do stupid stuff like that!" :)
- 10 October 2010 at 18:27
- Rachel Fox said...
Well, it's one scenario... Cheers though.
- 10 October 2010 at 18:47
- A Cuban In London said...
Love, love, love the way you followed "man" with "little". That is to me the mark of good poetry, those details that awaken feelings in the reader, whether spring out consciously or unconsciously from the writer's hand.
Have a very good week. That was a beast of a poem.
Greetings from London.
- 10 October 2010 at 19:53
- Rachel Fox said...
Glad I wrote one this week now. Wasn't sure I was going to what with everything else going on.
- 10 October 2010 at 20:07
- Titus said...
That is a good poem.
- 10 October 2010 at 22:33
- Karen said...
Wow! This is really strong, Rachel. I love that ending - the last line like a shot.
- 11 October 2010 at 00:07
- Rachel Fenton said...
All fab.
You said it yourself (with the title) "Stunning"!
- 11 October 2010 at 00:55
- Andy said...
Love the poem Rachel. Poetry can be so direct. From thought to page & page to thought(s). Like you said though, just one scenario... Is it because I'm gay, or because I'm a big soft liberal that I find myself feeling sorry for him? Don't answer that. I refer you to the title track from Scroobius Pip & Dan le Sac's first Album - Angles... Also brilliant. Axx
- 11 October 2010 at 01:09
- Rachel Fox said...
Thanks people. And Andy, I am, of course, a big soft liberal too (most of the time anyway) and I don't think there's anything in the poem that says you can't feel sorry for this guy. I find it interesting to see how different people react to it and where they place themselves in the story (as it were). It has much to do with our experience to date and our own place in the world and all that.
- 11 October 2010 at 09:31
- Niamh B said...
Great poem Rachel, really strong and direct
Love it.
- 11 October 2010 at 15:32
- 120 Socks said...
Your poem was sharp, minimun words for maximun effect.
- 11 October 2010 at 17:29
- NanU said...
A poem as compact and heavy as the object it's about. Masterly!
- 11 October 2010 at 17:59
- Rachel Fox said...
Brilliant responses. Thanks.
- 11 October 2010 at 19:36
That last line took my breath away!
'Nice to see you, to see you nice...'
How I cheered with enthusiasm as I realised that this poem was about Brucie Forsyth, who's a legend in the field of cabaret.
'Partly I just like the feel of it' should have given it away... It's his wig, isn't it. Marvellous!
- 12 October 2010 at 19:18
- Rachel Fox said...
Oh Stan - you got me! Everything I do in some way hopes to glorify the finest figures from 1970s light entertainment. We have no greater gods.
- 13 October 2010 at 08:04
- Dick said...
Excellent - short and sharp, like a knife.
Here's Richard Thompson on the same theme -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ciotQwhvOS4
- 13 October 2010 at 10:33
- Rachel Fox said...
Can't see that clip, Dick. It says it's been removed!
- 19 October 2010 at 12:22