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They had a home birth with their first birth? I sure do! I had an unnecessary C-section the first time. I wish I did so I could of avoided all that crap. I had a terrible birth experience. I worry about rupture this time but I know the stats so I don't worry much. I'm more afraid of the hospital.
I don't know! I will have to answer after I have one first. LOL!
Yes! I haven't had my home birth with the 2nd on yet....but I wish the circumstances had been different and I had been able to have a natural birth at least. And it would have helped if there were any midwives in my area too.
I haven't had my home birth yet, but I do wish I had gone that route the first time. I went into that labor wanting a vaginal birth, but like you, i had an unnecessary c-section.
I had my first two in a freestanding birth center with midwives. It was SUCH a beautiful and supportive place that I couldn't even have IMAGINED anything more wonderful...until I had my home birth! I'm happy for each birth I've experienced and have no regrets. I felt like I really needed that extra feeling of safety with my first. The birth center was right across a couple streets from one of the best hospitals for neonatal care in the greater Seattle area. I was worried something would be wrong and felt safer knowing I was so close to help if needed.
Since my first was in the hospital, I can honestly say that for me a homebirth is the best option. I've been on both sides of the fence and although I enjoy and love giving birth at home, I am better able to defend my decision because of my hospital birth.
I'm having my first at home.
yes I wish I had my first at home
Oh YES YES YES, I wish I would have just stayed home when my water broke. But at least I have the experience to relate to other's now...thats what I keep telling myself.
Yes I do. I actually kind of grieve over this - its a strong word, but i do. I feel really bad for not being able to give my son (my first) the beautiful birth i had with my second. I feel kind of guilty actually. It sounds whacky, and I'm sure most wont "get" it - but there really is something magical & special that you just cant recreate in a hospital room, in a building you don't live in. Having my family there, it being so special, spiritual, a family event, nobody - NOBODY - was a stranger, someone who wasnt there simply to celebrate MY baby's birth. My MW was so close to me by then, it was like having anothe rfamily member there. It was so awesome.
I look back, and all I remember emotion-wise frmo my sons birth, was worry, fear, exhaustion, pressure, time constraints, rushing, and when ti was over thinkign "Thank god". Then more worry, fear, exhaustion, pain, pressure, time constraints, deadlines, tests, etc. When all i wanted was to hold him and memorize every feature, he "had" to be warmed by a lamp, inspected by a guy who was only there b/c it was his job, id never met him before, etc. Some nurse almost whisked him away to the nurseyr, and i had to ASK for him back. My own baby! I just worked hard for this kid, grew him for 9 months, then pushed him out of my womb, and i have to ask a stranger ive never met for MY baby back?! And then DR has to "approve" it first?! Youre kidding me?!
I didnt have a bad experience dont get me wrong. But it was most definitely NOT the experience I first had.
And of course, I'm sure theres a reason for it all - I likely wouldnt have appreciated those little things, like not having to "ask" for my baby back, like not having to "ask" whats going on - i called the shots. I led the way. My instinct held greater weight than all the other stuff. If *I* said there was a problem, by god there was a problem, and nobody had to "double check it" with a fancy medical tool. They had medical tools for emergencies, but we were there for a baby to be born, not an emergency :) I held my baby when i wanted, as long as i wanted, and *I* took care of my baby after I gave birth to her.
Only hands that loved her touched her after her birth, she was wrapped in blankets that we owned, picked out, had there special just for her. Nobody needed permission for anything.
Ok, I could go on forever lol. But - really - i'm sure that as much as i really feel like i jipped my son out of the biggest day of his life, his birth was still special - and without it i might have taken for granted all the little things :)
Well, yes and no with me! DD was a planned birth center birth as I lived in an apartment at the time and didn't feel comfortable having her there......... After 42 hours of labor, I got a Cesarean and my 2 midwives even agree it was necessary due to DD's position, size, and cocked head. :( Also my water had been broken that whole time and I even pushed for 3 hours with no success :(
I'm so thankful for my successful HBAC!!! It was wonderful! The labor was COMPLETELY different
I regret havingmy first three in the hospital. I regret letting things happen to me that I really did not want. Why oh Why did I let a stranger calm me as I pushed my daughter out totally sidelining my DH. Why did I let the OB do all those degradng cervical checks. Why did i consent to the IV after I first said no.
I wish I would have stood up for myslf better. I wish I did not let myself be coherrced, belittled, and bullied.
My homebirth healed me, but I have regrets about the first three births.
Oh, I ABSOLUTELY wish I'd had my first at home. If only I'd known more about it then. I can't help feeling like I was cheated of that experience, and that poor Rachael went through so much that she didn't have to...
I really wish I did first time because I wouldn't be dealing with all these things I have had to deal with for having a VBAC. Now I have to deal with my placenta being to close to my scar and possibly not having a home birth. Which is scary. I don't wanna get cut again unless an emergency.
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Best Beard Brush – Which is the top performer?
Maintaining your beard can be a complex process. You need brushes, combs, balms, oils, conditioners, and more. The options for brushes and combs are vast, as are the debate points for which one is better suited for beard maintenance.
That said, what makes the best beard brush, the best? Well..We're going to answer that & gives some recommendations on the best beard brush out there.
It starts with design. Beard brushes are meant for beards, not for all types of hair. Regular hair brushes do not have the bristle power or design to handle a beard. Beards need boar hair or horse hair that reaches down to the skin, can cut through knots, and will evenly distribute oils or balms.
The right brush can reduce split ends, keep your skin and hair moisturized, and prevent strays.
Good bristles will evenly distribute oils so that your hair remains healthy while training the beard hair follicles to grow in the same direction. This is imperative for new beard growers. Normally, the hair along the jawbone will grow in all manner of directions, and in all manner of thicknesses. You have to brush it regularly to train the hair to fall in line, to all grow as one.
Of course, all hair is different, so the types of extras like oils or conditions you use will vary based on needs. But the type of brush does not vary to the same degree. Synthetic fibers in normal brushes are mass produced and do not spread oils evenly in your beard. They also fail to weave their way into the hair roots, deep down onto the skin. This, as we have discussed, can leave your skin dry, your beard shaggy and unkempt, and your overall appearance leaving much to be desired.
Which beard brush is the best?
So which brushes on the market today are best suited for the needs of beards long and short, thick and thin? Below are five that rank among the highest options out there. However, if you don't have the time to take a look through our 5 favorites, we recommend the Beard Brush for the Modern Gentleman by Liberty Premium Grooming as the best beard brush.
Beard Brush for the Modern Gentleman
Liberty Premium Grooming Co. has designed a beard brush, one which they claim is meant for the modern gentleman. This brush is among one the best on the market. The bristle quality and construction are top notch. Effective and efficient, this beard brush works on all lengths, styles, thicknesses, and more.
- The bristles are legitimately made from 100% boar hair.
- It reaches every bard follicle down to your skin.
- It will evenly move oils through your beard no matter the length.
- It will keep stray hair from straying too far.
- It is among the highest rated brush online.
- It is expensive.
- It was made in China.
- The brush is on the larger side so it is not something you can easily shove in your pocket and take on the go.
All in all a great beard brush, for more info click here & you'll be taken to the Amazon product page where they have a number of great reviews published for this outstanding beard brush.
Zeus 100% Boar Bristle Pocket Beard Brush for Men
With firm bristles, this small brush comes all the way from Germany. This brush is intended for daily use, perfect for carrying around and brushing through your beard whenever the opportunity arises. It is designed to be gentle on the skin with the rounded bulb on the ends of each bristle, but be firm in getting through tangles.
- It gently massages the skin beneath the beard to promote better hair growth.
- It is travel sized so you can take it on the go.
- There are three rows of boar bristles.
- The brush is designed to soften tangles and be firm.
- It is not really 100% boar hair like the advertisement claims. There are boar hairs inside the brush, which are 100% natural, but most of the bristles are synthetic.
This is a great beard brush & you won't be disappointed if you with this one, click here & you'll be taken to the Amazon product page where you can find out some more info on this brush.
The Beardman Beard & Hair Brush
This brush is very popular among customers, with a nice package and decent efficiency.
- This brush performs well even though the bristles are hard to the touch.
- There is a nice canvas bag that accompanies any purchase so that you can carry around the brush on the go.
- The price is incredibly low, so it is more ideal for people on a budget.
- The bristles contain a lot of plastic filaments and are not 100% boar hair.
- The brush starts to shed bristles during the first few uses.
For more info on the The Beardman Beard & Hair Brush click here & you can view some further reviews.
CanYouHandleBar's Beard Oil Brush
This brush is meant for oils and designed for sporadic, on-the-go usage. This brush uses horsehair not boar hair. Horse hair has become quite popular among bear brushes. Perfectly small with a travel case, this is an ideal fit for those on the go.
- It is better suited for men with shorter or thinner beards.
- The horsehair distribute beard oil well.
- There is a storage tin fit for travel, so that you are never without the brush.
- It is softer to the touch compared to boar hair.
- Because the bristles are so soft, they rarely make it down toward the skin or hair follicle. This is especially true of men with thicker beards.
- It distributes oil, but the oils will not reach the skin, which then results in higher rates of dryness and dandruff.
- This brush may be best suited for men with a shorter and thinner beard.
A great beard brush with a nice softer touch to it, all in all a good brush but perhaps not the best beard brush for those with really thick facial hair, for more info on the Canyouhandlebar beard brush click here & you'll be taken to the Amazon product page.
Bass Brushes Brush Classic Men's Club Style
This brush is one which is allegedly formed with boar hair and meant to perfectly smooth away any strays in your beard.
- Price wise, this brush is inexpensive and affordable for everyday use.
- The shape prevents this brush from being more versatile compared to other brushes on the market.
- The performance is somewhat underwhelming. In fact, many of the bristles will fall out when used on thicker beards.
- Most of the bristles are not actually boar hair, like they claim. Most of nylon, and a few boar hairs are put into the mixture.
- The brush does not trap beard oils well or spread them evenly.
This is a really good looking brush & is priced fairly reasonably, unfortunately it's not deigned the best for facial hair, but all in all is still a good brush that we'd happily use. If you want some more info on the Bass Brushes Brush Classic Men's Club Style click here.
Overall, while the most expensive brush on this list, the Beard Brush for the Modern Gentleman by Liberty Premium Grooming Co. is the best one out there in our opinion. The performance means it will be one of the few brushes you purchase throughout the life of your board. It is well worth it all things considered.
We hope you've enjoyed this post on the best beard brush, let us know how you get on & if you use any of the suggested beard brushes.


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One of my favorite things in life is a good beauty product at an affordable price. If you are anything like me, and you love trying new skin care products and makeup, then I am sure you can appreciate this as well. Over the years I have tried out hundred of products both expensive and affordable, but today I want to share with you a few of the most amazing affordable beauty products that I love and swear by.
I hope this helps to both fuel your beauty product obsession, but still keep your bank account in check. 🙂 All of the products that I am going to share with you today, are products that I usually purchase at Target and on Amazon. However, most of the products can be found at any drug store or Walmart as well.
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CoverGirl Lash Blash Volume Mascara
This CoverGirl mascara is hands down, the best affordable mascara. It gives your lashes great volume and length. It works equally as well as many of my more expensive mascaras. I would say that it is very comparable to MAC's In Extreme Dimension Lash Mascara, but a third of the price!
Maybelline Eye Studio Gel Eyeliner
This gel eyeliner is great for creating the perfect cat-eye. This formula is amazing and very high quality. The formula is waterproof, making it extremely long lasting. I always get the "blackest black" color, which is a very intense, pigmented black. I personally think that this eyeliner is even better than some of the more expensive brands that carry the gel liners, like MAC and Bobbi Brown. This eyeliner is easy to apply and stays put all day long.
Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish
This is my go-to gel nail polish for a perfect at-home manicure. This polish gives you a shellac like manicure that you can do yourself. Essie has a large selection of color options. For a full review of this nail polish, you can check out this post.
NYX Eye Brow Shaper
NYX is one of my favorite makeup brands. They produce amazing high quality products for unbelievably affordable prices. Their eyebrow shaper is one of my favorite products. It is a thick wax pencil that you can run over your brows to keep all your eyebrow hairs in a nice uniform shape.
Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer
This wet skin moisturizer is a great way to save you time and to keep your skin feeling great. You can apply this moisturizer right after showering, before you towel dry. It is quick and easy to use. It absorbs very nicely and locks moisture into your skin.
Vaseline is a great multi-tasking beauty product that every woman must have. You can use Vaseline in so many different ways. I personally love to use Vaseline for lip hydration, skin moisturizing, and as an eyelash primer. This is one product that I could never live without.


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Over 30 D1A players named to Academic Honor Roll
Alex Solomon | August 4, 2017
The 206-17 Academic Honor Roll also includes four D1A student-athletes who were named to the 2016-17 Collegiate All-Americans.
Red River teams announce coaching additions
Alex Solomon | May 23, 2017
The University of Texas has a new head coach in Zach Mizell. The former Arkansas State All-American takes over for Chris Hopps, who led the program for several years.
Nine teams from D1A on the hunt for College 7s title
Alex Solomon | May 19, 2017
Nine of the 16 Men's Division I competitors at the May 19-21 USA Rugby College 7s National Championships represent D1A Rugby.
Red River names All-Conference teams
Alex Solomon | April 6, 2017
The All-Conference honors – led by LSU's 11 – includes a 1st Team, 2nd Team, Honorable Mentions and a Player of the Year award.
Baylor wins Red River Championship in wild finish
Nick Salen | April 3, 2017
Arkansas shuts out Texas, Texas Tech tops Houston, and Oklahoma edges Texas A&M in Red River weekend.
Austin primed for Red River Conference Championship Saturday
Nick Salen | March 30, 2017
Weekend includes five games featuring Red River teams, leading up to championship between Baylor and No. 16 LSU
Austin Huns, Red River Conference Championship bring full day of rugby to Huns Field
Press Release | March 23, 2017
April 1 Austin will host a day full of rugby at Huns Field featuring the some of top professional and collegiate teams in the country.
#17 LSU clinches South Division in lopsided Red River weekend
Nick Salen | March 6, 2017
Tigers will meet Baylor Bears April 1st in Red River Championship
Busy Red River weekend includes four conference games
Nick Salen | March 3, 2017
Aggies can stay alive in South Title chase with win against Tigers. Arkansas benefiting from Jack Casey's return, Oklahoma looks to recover from Baylor loss, and Texas Tech shoots to end winless drought versus Houston.
Bears take control of North; A&M cruises past TCU
Nick Salen | February 20, 2017
Baylor in prime position for Red River Championship appearance. Aggies looking to stay alive in South.
Red River heads to Austin for double-header
Alex Solomon | February 10, 2017
TCU has moved its scheduled home match against streaking Baylor to Austin, Tex. to form a Red River double-header alongside Texas' bout with Texas A&M.
Baylor, LSU and Oklahoma shine in Red River weekend
Nick Salen | January 31, 2017
Sooners' answer fall defeat with explosive second half, and Bears hold off Aggies in defensive battle.
Five teams return to Red River action
Alex Solomon | January 25, 2017
Five Red River teams return to conference action for the first time in 2017 in a slate of three D1A Rugby games, while Baylor hopes to build off the 25-20 victory over Arkansas it recorded last week.
Big score lines end fall season in Red River
Matoko Noudehou | November 22, 2016
Nearing the mid-point of the season, six Red River teams faced off one more time before the winter break.
LSU, Oklahoma prevail in Red River showdowns
Alex Solomon | November 14, 2016
Baylor and Texas A&M's hopes of improving to 3-0 in the Red River were dashed when Oklahoma and LSU got the better of their conference foes, respectively.
Top teams from Red River's North, South set for action
Alex Solomon | November 11, 2016
South Division leader Texas A&M will visit 2016 Conference Champions LSU, while the North's top two sides, Baylor and Oklahoma, will do battle in Norman, Okla.
Four from Red River ready for conference contests
Alex Solomon | October 28, 2016
Texas A&M will look to improve to 2-0 in the Red River and LSU begins its campaign for a second consecutive conference title when the Tigers host Texas.
Back-and-forth affairs highlight busy weekend in the Red River
Alex Solomon | October 25, 2016
The busy weekend of rugby out of the Southwest included two games decided by three points or less in Baylor's last-minute win over Arkansas and Texas Tech's upset of Oklahoma.
Red River Conference Preview: Part 2
Alex Solomon | October 21, 2016
Regardless of the conference's additions and new-look divisions, the frontrunners for a Red River title remain the same.
Eleven D1A teams to battle for Men's DI College 7s National Championship
Alex Solomon | May 26, 2016
Nearly half of the 24 teams making up the Men's Division I USA Rugby College 7s National Championship will be representing D1A Rugby.
D1A Player of the Week: Braeden Hood
Alex Solomon | April 9, 2016
The Australian-born Hood scored a second half try against TCU and had his usual dominant performance on the defensive side of the ball.
A&M, LSU look to avoid upsets in Red River's final weekend
Alex Solomon | April 1, 2016
Their opponents represent two up-and-coming squads that have made significant improvements this season, but would love to end the year with a Red River scalp.
Oklahoma rallies to beat Texas; A&M dominates Tech
Alex Solomon | March 28, 2016
In the second-to-last weekend of action in the Red River, Oklahoma scored two late tries to get past Texas, while Texas A&M continued its impressive form by handling Texas Tech.
Air Force, Arizona, Davenport highlight nonconference action
Cody Smith | February 25, 2016
Schools are reaching outside of their conferences in order to play top tier talent, and this weekend might be the biggest example of that so far this season.
A&M, LSU roll in Austin
Alex Solomon | February 15, 2016
A Red River doubleheader turned out easy victories for LSU and Texas A&M over the weekend.
Full day of rugby in Austin includes Red River doubleheader
Alex Solomon | February 12, 2016
A Red River doubleheader will be part of a Feb. 13 rugby extravaganza in Austin, Texas.
LSU, Tech win easily; Oklahoma moves to 3-0
Alex Solomon | February 1, 2016
Included in the slate of games was LSU's inaugural Red River contest, which the Tigers won easily, and Oklahoma moving to 3-0 after its win over Texas A&M.
Seven battle for Southwest supremacy: Red River Conference Preview
Alex Solomon | January 28, 2016
A bigger and stronger Red River Rugby Conference re-engages Saturday Jan. 30.
A&M beats Texas to earn Red River 7s title
Cody Smith | November 10, 2015
The Red River sides took to a muddy pitch for a busy day of rugby, and battled for the Red River Conference 7s title.
Texas A&M claims first of three Red River 7s events
Alex Solomon | October 8, 2015
The Red River Conference held its first of three fall sevens tournaments Sept. 3, and Texas A&M went undefeated on its way to a Cup Final win over Texas.
All-Conference selections for the Red River announced
Alex Solomon | February 25, 2015
Now that the six Red River teams have completed their conference matches, the coaches from each school recently collaborated to compile a list of All-Conference selections.
A&M quietly piecing together solid season
Alex Solomon | February 18, 2015
A dominating, 51-15, win over Baylor this past weekend sealed a second-place finish for Texas A&M in the Red River Conference. The Aggies have now reeled off four straight wins – none of which were more impressive than the 36-point victory against the Bears.
Aggies win third straight conference match
Alex Solomon | January 26, 2015
College rugby teams typically prefer getting a friendly or two under their belts after the winter break. Texas A&M, however, opened 2015 with a Red River Conference match against TCU.
Teams seek to end fall with a win
Alex Solomon | November 14, 2014
The fall semester of the D1A season is beginning to wind down as the West has already completed the fall portion of its schedule, and the Big Ten Universities and Rugby East concluding their conference schedules this week. With limited college rugby matches slated from now to the New Year, rugby fans will want to relish this week's action.
Red River Preview
Alex Solomon | October 3, 2014
When the Alled Rugby Conference disbanded following last year's college rugby season several historically competitive as well as some up and coming programs were left without a rugby conference. That all changed when the coaches of the best programs in and around the state of Texas got together to form the Red River Conference.
D1A's future preps for college rugby
Alex Solomon | July 17, 2014
The dog days of summer is the season of sevens for men's and women's senior clubs across the country, but for high school standouts, including 15 future D1A players, the summer lends opportunities to hone their skills in 15s and get themselves on a National radar.
Week 18: Weekend Wrap
Alex Solomon | March 31, 2014
Oklahoma prevailed against Texas Tech and won the Allied Rugby Conference title in the process. In the Mid-South, Life and Arkansas State both won, but only by a combined 10 points. San Diego State was Saint Mary's latest victim, as the Gaels won its third straight match by at least 90 points.
Week 18 Preview
Alex Solomon | March 28, 2014
An automatic spot in the D1A playoffs will be on the line when Oklahoma and Texas Tech battle Saturday. Elsewhere, Lindenwood gets another crack at Life, and Saint Mary's will not find a pushover when it ventures to southern California to face San Diego State.
Week 17: Weekend Wrap
Alex Solomon | March 24, 2014
In Week 17, both Life and Colorado extended their undefeated streaks and conference leads in the Mid-South and West, respectively. Baylor and Oklahoma each earned victories, but only one team has done enough to play for the Allied Rugby Conference's Championship. In California, Satint Mary's continued to put up monster numbers against its conference's bottom half.
Week 17 Preview
Alex Solomon | March 20, 2014
The Allied Rugby Conference is back in action after two weeks off from conference matches. The ARC stayed busy by playing several non-conference matches the last few weeks, but now the stakes get higher – especially for Baylor. Elsewhere, Life and Colorado look to expand leads in their respective conferences.
Week 14: Weekend Wrap
Alex Solomon | March 3, 2014
Aside from snowstorms forcing the two matches out of the West to be cancelled, March arrived with a number of compelling matches in D1A Rugby. There were no nail-biters to speak of, but both Saint Mary's and Life earned wins agains teams expected to challenge each school for conference titles. Also, the once though of one-team race in the Allied Rugby Conference looks to be completely up for grabs.
Week 13: Weekend Wrap
Alex Solomon | February 24, 2014
Week 13 saw a couple of teams from the California Conference get back on track coming off of difficult losses. The Mid-South got underway when Arkansas State hosted Lindenwood, and there was a match that finished in a tie from the Allied Rugby Conference.
Saint Mary's vs. BYU highlight non-conference matches
Alex Solomon | February 12, 2014
Coaches throughout the Division 1A league beleive scheduling matches outside of their respective conferences is an important way to increase skill level and ensure their club is playing the best possible rugby late into the season. This weekend, several teams will be tested in non-conference matches.
Allied Rugby Conference Preview
Alex Solomon | February 6, 2014
The Allied Rugby Conference is doing its part in making Texas known for rugby.
Oklahoma dominates ARC 7s in College Station, TX
Grant Cole | October 8, 2013
Two ARC 7s tournaments in the books and Oklahoma has won both in fine fashion. In each , the Sooners have proven able to fight through adversity to win. In Lubbock, Tech led 19-5 at halftime in the final and Oklahoma came back to win with no time left on the clock. In College Station, Oklahoma denied space and possession to Sam Houston, but they accomplished that feat a man short for 12 minutes and still emerged the victor!
Sooners BOOM in Lubbock
Grant Cole | September 23, 2013
The Sooners of Oklahoma University came out strong and persevered through the day to win the Varsity Final in Lubbock, TX on the first stop of the 2013 Allied Rugby Conference Fall 7s Series sponsored by World Rugby Shop. Under new coach, Jason Horowitz, and with the new philosophy posted above, Oklahoma put their fellow conference members on notice that the Sooners will be a force to be reckoned with at all points this season.
2013 ARC Fall 7s Series – Lubbock Tournament
Grant Cole | September 19, 2013
On September 21st, the Allied Rugby Conference (ARC) kicks off the 2013 Fall 7s Series at the Texas Tech University Rugby Pitches in Lubbock, TX. This tournament will encompass one day starting at 10am and ending at 6pm.
60 D1A Selections to Collegiate All-Americans
Jarrod Beckstrom | July 25, 2013
BOULDER, Colo. – D1A athletes accounted for 60 USA Rugby AIG Men's All-American selections, a nod to the quality of play and the caliber of athlete in the competition.
Room at the Top
Jarrod Beckstrom | April 8, 2013
BOULDER, Colo. – Central Washington's surprising departure from the D1A competition led to a vacated #5 ranking and room at the top for teams to swoop into.
Texas A&M Wins Inaugural ARC XVs Championship
Grant Cole | April 7, 2013
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Texas A&M dropped 35 unanswered second half points on a battered Texas team to win the Inaugural ARC XVs Championship by a score of 45-5 in College Station. Texas had a strong first half, but could not match the stepped-up intensity that Texas A&M brought after halftime.
ARC Championship Preview
Grant Cole | April 4, 2013
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Allied Rugby Conference is holding its Championship Weekend at the Rugby Pitch on the Texas A&M Campus in College Station on Saturday, April 6, 2013. Two matches will be played on the day and the ARC will live stream the matches on the conference's Ustream Channel.
Saturday of Shake-Ups
Jarrod Beckstrom | April 1, 2013
BOULDER, Colo. – Six teams climbed in the Top 20 rankings this week after a Saturday of shakeups at the top.
Lone Star Duel for ARC Championship
Jarrod Beckstrom | March 31, 2013
NORMAN, Okla. – Texas A&M finished the regular season undefeated on Saturday, defeating the Oklahoma Sooners 70-19 in Norman. The Aggies will now face their in-state rivals Texas in the ARC Championship game on April 6.
All Eyes on Norman
Jarrod Beckstrom | March 24, 2013
Oklahoma has to get a bonus point win over the Aggies to punch their ticket to the ARC Championship.
Texas A&M punches ARC Championship ticket
Jarrod Beckstrom | March 24, 2013
Aggies are bound for the ARC Championship game and will play either Texas or Oklahoma.
Wild Ride Continues in ARC
Bradley Ryan | March 18, 2013
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – All of the Allied Rugby Conference (ARC) teams were enjoying a well-earned spring break this past week, but a vacation from vacation isn't an option as teams get right back into the thick of things in ARC play.
Sprint to the finish in the Allied Conference
Jarrod Beckstrom | March 11, 2013
NORMAN, Okla. – Four teams are within six points of one another in the standings, making for an exciting close to conference play with only two more weeks remaining.
Instant Red River Classic and Wild Week in ARC
Bradley Ryan | February 24, 2013
AUSTIN, Texas — It was everything you could ask for from a Red River Rivalry game. OU jumped out to an early lead over Texas, but the home team stormed back and took a one point lead with less than a minute left in regulation to record an historic win for the Longhorns.
2012 Regular Season Recap
Jarrod Beckstrom | May 3, 2012
As the 2012 regular season comes to an end, a look at the past 11 weeks brings all sorts of memories and emotions for players, coaches, and supporters. There were upsets, blowouts, and matches that went down to the wire; and there were tries, big hits, and missed tackles that may never be forgotten. Veteran players led many teams, while others relied on youth to guide them through the season. No matter the differences in style of play, club location, or overall record, all players and coaches participated in a grueling competition that they will always remember.
Barnburner: Aggies (0-1) host Sooners (0-1) in Mid South Clash
David Halvorson Jr. | February 21, 2012
The first Barnburner for the 2012 Men's D1A rugby season is here! Oklahoma will be traveling down to College Station, Texas to face Texas A&M in a Mid-South bout!
Life pounds Sooners, Red Wolves do the same to Aggies
Jarrod Beckstrom | February 20, 2012
The opening week of the Men's Division 1A season got underway on Friday with the Life Running Eagles pounding the Oklahoma 74-5 in Norman.
College Premier Division – Week 8 Scores and Stats
Jarrod Beckstrom | May 5, 2011
With eight weeks in the books, the CPD regular season is coming to an exciting finish.


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Chelsea AL Real Estate & Homes for Sale
163 Properties Found
The median home value in Chelsea, AL is $226,775.
This is
higher than
the county median home value of $183,600.
The national median home value is $185,800.
The average price of homes sold in Chelsea, AL is $226,775.
Approximately 87.23% of Chelsea homes are owned,
compared to 10.73% rented, while
2.04% are vacant.
Chelsea real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.
Commercial properties are also available.
If you see a property you're interested in, contact a Chelsea real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
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1093 Fairbank Ln Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: ARC Realty Josh Ray
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Wonderful one-level home that backs up to Jasmine Lake in Chelsea Park. This is the very popular and functional Richmond Plan. Open floor plan with breakfast bar and room for a dining room table. Covered patio looks out over the lake. Master suite is on the back of the home and offers beautiful lake views as well. This home also offers a garage for parking and storage. Low maintenance exterior. Move-in ready. *** Attention Investors ... this home is currently rented. Consider adding this property to your rental portfolio. ***
Courtesy: RE/MAX Southern Homes Chad Beasley
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This is a well maintained one level home in one of Chelsea's most sought after neighborhoods...Chelsea Park. You'll love the all brick exterior. This a spacious home with nearly 2,000 square feet of living space. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with an island, and a spacious family room. There's a 2 sided fireplace that provides warmth and ambiance in the kitchen and family room. There's also a laundry room. There are permanent stairs to the attic for plenty of storage or future expansion. You'll love Chelsea Park! There's a new community pool, parks, lakes, walking track, playground, and more! This home is eligible for 100% financing for qualified buyers.
1029 Edgewater Ln Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: Eddleman Realty LLC Christi Jensen
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This is the home you have been waiting for! Spacious great room, gourmet kitchen and breakfast area! 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main floor. Upstairs you will find an additional bedroom and bath! Master bedroom features hardwood floors. Covered patio off master bedroom and living room. 4 side irrigation. Privacy fenced yard. Community pool! Chelsea Park features a landscaped entrance with a 100-foot tall clock tower, a park system, walking/nature trails, playing fields, lakes and an elementary school! When completed Chelsea Park will have 3,000 homes in a variety of distinctive neighborhoods!
Courtesy: D R Horton Homes Robbyn Duncan
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THE CLAYTON- 4 BR-2 BA 1-STORY PLAN. This home is beautiful inside and out. Beautiful open foyer, large living and dining for your entertainment with a large covered porch on back.
Courtesy: D R Horton Homes Robbyn Duncan
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New floorplan -The Dover! This home has everything! Hardwood floors all on main level including stairs. Tile floors in baths and laundry. Granite countertops in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space! Upstairs-4th bedroom with bath and a large loft for entertaining.
Courtesy: D R Horton Homes Robbyn Duncan
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This 3 bedroom 3 bath home is a beauty! Harwood floors are included on main except bedroom! Home is very spacious with plenty of kitchen cabinets and stainless stove, microwave and dishwasher. Included upstairs is bedroom, full bath and loft.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Metro South Melissa Hull
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SHOW STOPPER!! This emaculant 4 Bedroom 3 Full Bath home is a must see! Well-loved and meticulously maintained, this home has so much to offer, including convenient small extras. The open concept floor plan offers a beautiful kitchen with granite counter tops, large island, separate eat in dining space and family room. Bonus closet off living room is wired to house all multi-media, cable boxes, etc. Lower level includes Master Suite with tile shower, separate tub, double vanity, walk-in closet with an added outlet and shelving. Guest bedroom and second Full Bath on main. Enjoy the beautiful and private backyard with a covered patio and a gas line already installed for your grill!! Garage was extended several feet to accommodate lawn equipment and the kid's toys!! Upstairs bonus den has walk-in floored attic access. Upstairs includes 2 more spacious bedrooms, a full bath and HUGE playroom! Come see this beautiful home and make it your own before it's gone!
360 Ohara Dr Chelsea, AL 35051
Courtesy: Weichert Realtors, Lowe Realty Stacy Browning
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Welcome Home to over 7 acres of a wooded wildlife extravaganza tucked away in a gated community nestled inside of Tara subdivision. This 1 1/2 story modern rustic ranch is luxurious without being ostentatious. As you enter through the double French front doors on the spacious front porch perfect for rocking those worries away, your eye is drawn to the seclusion and serenity of the woods. The house itself boasts a full kitchen with double dishwashers, double ovens, ice maker and all the amenities to entertain your friends. Five bedrooms and five full baths plus a half bath might just make your guests want to stay awhile to take advantage of the fabulous areas outside including a covered deck seating area and a grilling area to barbecue. There is also a fire pit area for roasting marshmallows as your guests enjoy the wide open expanse of the night sky. Come on by and stay awhile maybe even forever in your new home.
Courtesy: Real Estate Practitioners 1 Chris White
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Luxurious and elegance at its best. This well maintained home that sits on a 1/2 acre lot opens it Majestic castle doors to soaring ceilings in the family and dining rooms. Beautiful gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, and large custom built eat at island(great for entertaining). Spacious keeping room with an abundance of windows for tons of natural light. Cozy up to the double fireplace between the keeping and family room. An abundance of rich hardwoods in living area. Large master suite with treyed ceiling, double vanities, Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Two other large bedrooms and full bath. Finished daylight basement with office area or downstairs family room. The perfect open deck with grilling area overlooking the private wooded scenery is a plus. A must see!
162 Hwy 433 Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: ERA King - Birmingham Dylan Bilunas
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Completely remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home situated on 5 1/2 acres. Large eat in kitchen with separate dining room, hardwood floors throughout. Large separate shop that has 2 bays with a loft for additional storage. Conveniently located off of Highway 280.
1801 Hwy 39 Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: List With Freedom Ralph Harvey
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Live in your business! Write off everything!!! Commercial property zoned O/I (office/institutional). .95 acres with 320 ft of road frontage on Hwy 39 in Chelsea. Is single family residence with 4 brs, 2.5 bath 1450 SQ ft finished with 450 of basement storage. Large area for signage. Proposed rerouting of Hwy 47/ hwy 39 intersection will double traffic count and have property near or on the new corner of 47/39.
333 Normandy Ln Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: ARC Realty Deborah McCants
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A MUST SEE! Beautifully situated on nearly an acre, this 6 car garage, 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath home was updated in 2014 and has it all! Walk into the foyer and into the greatroom with soaring ceilings and immediately know that you are in a special home! The greatroom features a beautiful fireplace wrapped in stone and marble, and french doors that lead to the patio. Kitchen features a large island with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, gas cooktop and adjoins the spacious breakfast room which overlooks the serene and private backyard. The master suite features a fireplace, sitting area, and an amazing custom walk in closet! No expense was spared when designing the custom cabinetry that you will find throughout this home. Also, gleaming hardwoods, heavy crown molding and an in-law suite makes this home stand out! The basement is completely finished to include a 2nd kitchen, a laundry closet, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and an open theatre area. Make an offer today!
4990 Hawthorne Pl Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: ARC Realty Amy Stump
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32 Bonnie Blue Ln Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: Flat Fee Real Estate Birmingha Amy Pewitt
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Welcome home to this stately 5 bedroom classic beauty. This home offers the privacy of 3 acres in the pristine Tara development while being just minutes from the 280 corridor! Plenty of room for family and entertaining in this classic home! 2 story Foyer opens to the Study and Formal Dining Room. Open concept family room. The kitchen has plenty of storage, stainless appliances, and beautiful granite countertops. The Main Level Master Bedroom is spacious with a double trey ceiling. The Master bath has his and hers closets, jetted tub along with a separate updated shower. There are 4 more bedroom upstairs along with a 2nd den. Walk-in attic with lots of storage space. Finished basement has rec room, media, office, and another full bath! Enjoy cookouts on the deck and covered patio. 2 driveways. 2 car attached garage along with a 2 car basement garage. Air compressors are approx 4 years old. Water heater approx 3 years old. Show and you will sell!
Courtesy: Eddleman Realty LLC Christi Jensen
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Under Construction! This one level 3 Bedroom 2 Bath awaits you! Spacious open floor plan! Granite counters, hardwood floors and a covered patio are just a few features of this home. Community pool. Chelsea Park features a landscaped entrance with a 100-foot tall clock tower, a park system, walking/nature trails, playing fields, lakes and an elementary school! When completed Chelsea Park will have 3,000 homes in a variety of distinctive neighborhoods!
Courtesy: Ingram & Associates, LLC Judy Beaton
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Can you see yourself having your coffee out on the back covered patio watching the sun rise over the lake below? If a view is on your list of must haves, then this home is one you have to see! Great full brick home in one of Chelsea's premier communities. Located on the ridge with a fantastic view for miles and miles. This home has a lovely open floor plan with a formal dining room, eat in kitchen, with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level. Upstairs there are 2 more bedrooms and a full bath with tons of closet space and unbelievable walk out attic storage.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Southern Homes Chad Beasley
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This is a great home located on a nearly 1/2 acre lot. The interior is has been painted recently and there are new hardwood floors. The roof is only 2 years old. New tile flooring in the kitchen and 2 bathrooms. 2 year old water heater. HVAC unit is only 6 years old. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level. Hardwood floors run through out the foyer, living room, dining room, and hallways. The basement is finished with a den, 4th bedroom, office, and a full bath. There's a 2 car garage for parking/storage. 100% financing is available for qualified buyers! Call today for a private tour.
152 Greenbriar Pl Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: FlatFee.com Cliff Glansen
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3000 Square Foot Full Basement 3 Story Home. NO HOA FEES. Stainless Steel appliances, granite countertops, hardwood floors on main level and on stairs, Spacious main level master bedroom with sitting area. Remodeled master bath with stand-alone tub and glass surround shower along with double vanity counter top. Open kitchen plan with breakfast nook, granite bar that seats 3 comfortably and formal dining room . All appliances are included in the sales price! 24ft X 14ft stained deck. Fenced in back yard.
142 Blackstone Ct Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: RealtySouth-Inverness Office Kathy Glaze
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This Gorgeous home in the desirable Chesser Plantation subdivision has 4 BR and 2 1/2 BATHS. The home has HARDWOOD floors galore, even in the family room, dining room & halls. The large master bedroom is on the main level as well as a half bath. The DINING ROOM is separate with beautiful FRENCH DOORS. The Large KITCHEN has GRANITE countertops and a large BREAKFAST NOOK. There are 3 more bedrooms upstairs, plus a HUGE LOFT which could be used as a media room, game room, office or second den. There is a FULL BATH upstairs as well. The fenced in yard has a HUGE PATIO with part of it covered and dual ceiling fans. Call to make your appointment now! This one won't last long!!!
Courtesy: Avast Realty - Birmingham Anne Wilhelm
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Beautiful and like new with lots of upgrades in Chelsea Park! Beautiful hardwood floors, 9 ft ceilings, and charming fireplace in this spacious and open 3 br , 2 bath home with luxury kitchen and baths! Kitchen with gas stove, stainless appliances, and beautiful quartz counter tops! Luxury master bath with double marble vanities, oversized tub, large walk in shower, and large walk in closet. Covered front and back porch is perfect for entertaining.Totally private back yard with beautiful wooded view. Chelsea Park has community pool, lakes for fishing, walking and biking trails and parks and playgrounds! A wonderful place to be at home!
Courtesy: Weichert Realtors, Lowe Realty Stacy Browning
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Highly sought after Chesser Plantation full brick home situated in the heart of Chelsea. This home offers the convenience of Chelsea merchants nearby while projecting an atmosphere of tranquility . The four-sided brick home overlooks the private stocked lake which also has a walking trail to take in the beauty of the woods and ridge above. Continuing the the theme of tranquility, the 1 1/2 story home can boast a fenced in yard connecting to a covered patio with only a wooded view beyond. You are literally tucked away in your own private world while still just minutes from anything you might need.
279 Polo Downs Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: UList Realty Tyler Thrasher
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3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 owner home on a fabulous cul-de-sac lot! Cozy front porch greets you into a large open living space that features a gas fireplace and mantle with space for TV. Living room is open to the eat in kitchen which has plenty of counter space, deep stainless steel sink and double door pantry with lots of storage. From the kitchen, sliding glass doors lead onto the covered patio and into the large fenced in backyard. Down the hallway is the laundry room with cabinet storage. 2 guest rooms on the right and guest bath. Master suite is across the hall and features walk-in closet and trey ceiling. Master bath has separate tub and shower with double vanity. Both bathrooms feature raised vanities with cultured marble countertops and satin nickel finishes. 2 car garage has entry into the home and attic storage. Great location in the heart of Chelsea, just moments off 280 and a short walk to Publix!
173 River Birch Rd Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: RE/MAX Southern Homes-280 James Bearden
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2152 Co Rd 336 Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: DAL Properties, LLC Peter Kanakis
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NEW CONSTRUCTION Located in CHELSEA RESERVE. Large private lot (1.32 acres) This amazing home boasts an open floor plan and beautiful finishes. Main Level Garage and unfinished Daylight Basement. This plan has a Huge Island and gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Hardwood throughout the main living areas. Must see Gas fire place in the family room with lots of large windows. Five bedrooms (2 on the main & 3 up with a bonus room) and four full baths. There is a cat walk in the grand foyer to separate the bedrooms and the bonus room on the second floor. This home features granite and hand-hewed hardwood floors. Separate vanities in the master bath; as well as separate closets. Enjoy your large covered back deck with brick arches and 2 ceiling fans for hot summer days. Open patio for grilling and a great place to enjoy outdoor dining. This home is located in Chelsea School District!
879 Hwy 337 Chelsea, AL 35043
Courtesy: Down South Realty Inc Debra King
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*** REDUCED *** Cute, cozy home in Chelsea on almost an acre and it's not in a subdivision! Right across the road from Forest Oaks Elementary School. 3 BR , 2 Ba. Large Back Porch goes all the way across back of home. Small stream right through the back yard. Large detached Storage building, Metal roof, New HVAC. Cathederal Ceiling in Kitchen/Living Area. Laundry room just off kitchen. Call for your private showing today. ***** Seller will consider all written offers ***** Seller says make an offer!
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My reviewrating: 4 of 5 stars
I really liked the book and I think anyone who is interested in the Holocaust should carve out a few hours of their time and digest this book in one big gulp.
My mother-in-law had mentioned this book to me right around the time the movie came out. It wasn't really on my radar at first, but when I returned from Israel I really wanted to dive deeper through books. We went to Yad Vashem in Jerusalem so I really wanted to learn more about the Holocaust. I have read Anne Frank and Night by Elie Wiesel, but I hadn't read any other narrative accounts.
While this is obviously fiction, but the fact that it was told from a young German boy's perspective was interesting. The Book Thief is also told from that perspective, but the protagonist in that story is from a family of sympathizers. Bruno's father is actually in charge of Auschwitz and he lives just outside the camp's tall fence.
It's hard to say I enjoyed this book because it was so tragic, but it truly was a fulfilling read. You have to be able to suspend your judgment a bit as you read this book. I also found the author's notes and the interview with the author in the back of my edition worth the read. He explains his reasoning behind a lot of the story.
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SPE Technology Updates
Industry and Society news grouped by SPE technical discipline
New Online Format: Oil and Gas Facilities Magazine
The Oil and Gas Facilities magazine (OGF) is now a digital publication with a new look and feel. The redesigned site allows for more regular content and social engagement.
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"Assessing the Processes, Tools, and Value of Sharing & Learning from Offshore E&P Safety-Related Data" (SPE-182847-TR)
This report was written by a steering committee of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Industry input was obtained from a summit held April 2016 in Houston as well as members from SPE online communities. This Technical Report is based on discussions and conclusions from the summit and is intended to provide guidance on an industry-wide safety management data sharing program. The overall objective of the effort is to: a) eliminate or reduce risk of harm through industry sharing of data, b) to generate information that builds knowledge, understanding and ownership, and c) to disseminate recommended corrective actions to prevent a re-occurrence. It was approved by the SPE Board of Directors in September 2016.
Webinar: An Overview of Multistage Completion Systems for Hydraulic Fracturing
Shales and other low-permeability formations require multistage completions, hydraulic fracturing, and horizontal wells to produce at economic rates. This webinar focuses on the multistage completion systems that are used in these applications, including plug-and-perf, ball-activated systems (frac sleeves), and coiled tubing-activated systems (annular fracturing). Learn the different types of wellbore completion options and how they compare in different applications. Join W. Aaron Burton on 3 November at 1000 Central Time.
Webinar: Drillbotics
SPE's Drilling Systems Automation Technical Section created an international university competition to encourage the development of new drilling algorithms and to get more young people involved in drilling. This webinar describes the contest, what skill sets are necessary to successfully compete, and what types of innovative features are likely to emerge from this exciting competition. Join us on 26 October at 0830 Central Time.The winning team receives travel expenses to present their results at the next Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition.
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Webinar: Essential Processes for Reducing Corrosion during Transportation and Refining Processes
Electrostatic dehydration and desalting will be the topic for this live webinar on 25 October at 0830 Central Time.
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Webinar: Revolutionizing the Way Women Work Together
Anne Litwin presents "Revolutionizing the Way Women Work Together" on 20 October at 0830 Central Time. In this webinar, Litwin reveals startling paradoxes that spur misunderstandings, conflict, and between women on the job, along with structural issues that can make it difficult for women to feel valued or supported. Learn powerful solutions and tools for ways male and female leaders can create work environments that truly value the contributions of both women and men.
Webinar: Health Management Contract Guidelines for Clients and Contractors
This webinar is intended to inform professionals who either manage health contracts or who have responsibilities in supporting contracts of this nature (Procurement, HSE professionals, etc.) that in the workplace, an effective health management system requires active and positive collaboration between operators and contractors. Join industry experts on 19 October at 0830 Central Time as they discuss this topic.
Webinar: How to Write a Good Technical Paper
"How to Write a Good Technical Paper" will be the topic of this live webinar on 18 October at 0900 Central Time, presented by Byron Haynes, Jr.
Webinar: Measuring Sustainability Performance
Join Flora Moon on 11 October at 1200 Central Time as she discusses sustainability performance. Aggregation of sustainability data is done for many reasons, some central to our business, others to satisfy external needs. Appropriate measures of sustainability performance depend on where you and your company sit on the sustainability maturity curve and which segment, department, or organization is tasked to carry out the work.
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Webinar: An Integrated Simulation Approach to Field Development
Ian Roberts and Elena Valova present "An Integrated Simulation Approach to Field Development Planning" on 29 September at 1200 Central Time. This webinar will give an overview of integrated reservoir and production system simulation workflows and examples of how they have been applied in practice.
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For a while now, I've been interested in writing about YouTube personalities that may have an impact on LGBT youth of color. The gravity of these personalities varies, ranging from high impact to very minimal impact; however, the impact is certainly there. Last post I discussed my views on BrotherHoodTV, inquiring about their whereabouts since they haven't produced any more videos since 2012.
Well, it seems there's another YouTuber who hasn't posted in a while**, although you may find more of his recent work posted under his Twitter and Instagram accounts. This character is interesting because his intentions of showcasing exercises which focus on sculpting a person's posterior, and I must add, quite an impressive posterior he has himself, his hard work is overshadowed by his need to be masked while doing these exercises.
Now, you wouldn't think that showcasing exercises to build strong, meaty, perky glutes would be a big deal. I mean, you have a lot of celebrities and fitness gurus jumping on the booty workout train, male or female. So, when it comes to this particular young, black, and fit YouTuber, why does he hide behind a mask? Is it because he is a male who likes doing exercises to make his butt high and tight? He goes by the name Calem West, and I feel that maybe his mask and male machismo go hand in hand.
Calem West started showing up around various websites sometime last year. Honestly, I caught wind of Mr. West through sites that usually promote more sexually explicit content, such as MyVidster or the freakier side of Tumblr. So, for those reasons, I can understand wanting to hide behind a mask; however, his content from what I can tell, originates from YouTube, where his first vids show him masked.
So from what I gather, he went into this situation with enough uneasiness, perhaps, not to be open. Whatever his reason for being masked is his reason, and his reason only. The focus is on the fact that he may feel he needs to wear one to protect his masculinity.
It makes me wonder how firm a grip masculinity holds on us as men when we can't even be proud to work out every part of our body without feeling a certain kind of way as to how we are perceived. If Calem were to have a YouTube channel that only focused on building strong arms, a firm chest, and a tight core, would he still be masked?
Could it be that it is too emasculating for a male to enjoy building a perfect butt? This is just my opinion, but maybe producing videos about his butt workouts is not manly enough, which warrants him a mask, and honestly, the mask is not even that great. It was pointed out to me that Calem's particular type of mask is often worn by NBA players as a form of protection, but does Calem need that much face protection if he's only doing squats? He's protecting more than his face, it seems.
To wrap this thing up, I feel that Calem West is doing great work; you can see that in the comments viewers leave. Yes, he has his lecherous, thirsty followers that idolize his ass, but for the most part, men and women respect the dude for illustrating great exercises.
I can't speak for Mr. West and his comfort level, but at the end of the day, if this is what it takes for him to help others, more power to him. Unfortunately, I feel that the way we view masculinity in today's society has possibly affected Calem's ability to be more open in helping people without the need to be masked.
There's no need to mask what you may feel isn't masculine, if that's how you feel. You're doing a great job, dude. A lot people look up to you, Calem. Again, these are just my thoughts and opinions.
**Update: As of now, Calem no longer has a YouTube Channel or Twitter Account. This was confirmed some months after this was posted, but recently checked as of 01/18/15***
**At the time I wrote this piece, Calem hadn't uploaded a vid in 3 months. After checking his page, it shows that he has uploaded a new vid as of 6/25/14**


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Hostility (that Could Lead to Violence)
Hostility can lead to various levels of disruption in the workplace. It can begin as simple insubordination, conflicts with peers and threats, and can escalate to theft, arson, or even murder and suicide. Experts use the term "critical incident" to describe events that could potentially lead to workplace violence. Critical incidents can include refusal to follow company policy, antagonism toward customers, verbal wishes to hurt co-workers and/or management, and actual threats of a sexual or violent nature. Though possibly ignored or minimized by co-workers and management, it is crucial that these critical incidents are seen as warning signs and dealt with immediately with positive management strategies.
Workplace Violence:
For the purpose of this book, workplace violence is defined as any situation that may increase in intensity and threaten the safety of any employee, have an impact on any employee's physical and/or psychological well-being, and/or cause damage to company property.
Although accurate predictions of violence are difficult to make, the best indicator of future behavior is past behavior. The best predictor of future violence is a history of violence.
Violent people often give out many signals - even progressively serious signals - that they might violently act out their frustration. The tragedy of workplace violence occurs when these signals are not recognized or are not reported to the next level of management. In this section you will find some tools to help you identify and evaluate indications of possible violent tendencies.
Warning Signs of Hostility
What to Do After a Critical Incident: Ten Tips
For a comprehensive view on this subject, read Preventing Workplace Violence by Marianne Minor, Crisp Publications.


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Just like the other businesses, you can also avail tax deductions for your work from home job. Basically, you can avail all the deductions that an SME can avail. The tax deductions can be classified into two major categories.Read more
As more and more, older people start worrying about their retirement plans, the year 2013 had something very surprising to show. It has been found that the traditional retirement plans still continue to be very much in demand.
After the crisis of 2008, the performance of traditional retirement plans has been phenomenal and that's the reason that they are still not done away with. However, while this is good news, the big corporate houses may take a cue from them and stop offering them altogether.Read more
Are you waiting for your refund? On an average, an Australian would get 3000 dollars as tax refund. What are you planning to do with the tax refund? It is always better to use it to pay off any debts or put aside for any emergency uses.Read more
All the banks around you are announcing a lot of offers and customer retention programs to keep you in their business. This shows how profitable the banks find your account. This is mainly due to the bank fees incurred by the customers, every year.
Most of the people with or without knowledge are spending a lot of money as bank fee. The Bank introduces fees for a lot of different reasons from maintenance to the transaction process. Though the fee looks small in the beginning, they add up to a big figure. Small or big, it is once again your money that you can save. Here are a few fees that can be avoided.Read more
The first fear of retiring is the financial insecurity. Your incomes would drastically decrease and your spending might be higher than usual. According to a survey, about 50% of the people have not planned enough money for their retirement and about 20% of them have not started their retirement planning. Here are a few tips to help you plan your retirement perfectly.Read more
There are many people who create a 'work area' in their home so, when they are in their home, they can concentrate on their work. It furthermore helps to set a visual perception in the space, concentrating on the working goals, they are heading towards.
You get the best part of both the worlds: domestic and corporate. You get to work at your own home, yet you earn money like you would, if you worked at an office. It's like owning my cake and getting the opportunity to eat it too. Who doesn't wish to own the cake? Work from home has its advantages. However, it's not as easy as it sounds. There are several things, I have learned from the last fourteen years regarding how it is in actuality, to work from home.Read more
Though each one of us would like to spend holidays with our family members, the biggest problem is not having the right kind of money. On many occasions, though we might have the resources, finding timing is a big challenge. However, in this article we will be having a look at the various ways by which a good holiday can be planned within a budget.Read more
There is always a new blog or article about various ways to save money. A method to save a few dollars is very useful and essential. If you take a closer look at the way you spend money, you will be able to find a few ways to save.Read more
The government has designed various tax benefit schemes for students falling in different categories in the current financial year. Whether you are a dependent or an independent earning student or if you are earning nothing or earning very less, you ought to know that the government has planned exemptions, deductions and grants for all. All you need to know is the category in which you belong.Read more
Before we get to understand more about the way amortization schedule works, it would be a better idea if we had some basic information as what exactly amortization schedule is. In simple words, an amortization schedule is a table each and every payment that you make, against a loan that you have taken. The table shows the interest component that gets added to your principal and also gives you the latest picture of principle outstanding after factoring the repayments that you have made over a period of time. Though it might look a bit complicated in the beginning, if you understand the way it works, you will find out how simple it is.Read more


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Happy Days for Activity Centre Thanks to IKO's Fix That Hut Scheme
The Team Oasis 'Happy Days' Activity Centre in Toxteth, Liverpool is the latest group to benefit from IKO's Fix That Hut scheme.
The scheme, which has been running since 2006, has helped renovate multiple rundown buildings at the heart of local communities. In order to help the community 'fix their hut,' IKO donated primer, underlay, cap sheets and IKOslate, which a team of volunteer roofers used to repair the roof.
Team Oasis was founded in 2003 to offer children the chance to escape the negative influences around them, and enjoy a variety of exciting activities and projects, including dance, drama, singing, music, sports, holidays, youth groups and after school clubs.
Toxteth has the highest rate of child poverty in the UK and the worst statistics for crime and all its associated issues, so the centre is a lifeline for young people experiencing great social and economic disadvantage. It aims to promote understanding and remove barriers to children of all abilities growing together.
Team Oasis vigorously strives to open up and promote alternative positive pathways away from the temptations of crime.
IKO's new roof was the latest project in the ongoing renovation of what was, when Team Oasis moved in, a very dilapidated building.
For more information on IKO's Fix That Hut scheme visit the IKO website here.


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It seems one of the funnest things a Grandmother can do is send her grandkids something to panic their parents! Last night I gave a sneak peak to my daughters that this is what their children were getting for St Paddy's day. Yep, the questions blew up my phone while I was laughing and laughing!! The eldest who has two lovely daughters said, "You mean you are sending that to your Grandsons, right", thus making sure her sister would receive this fun gross gift. And the youngest who has the three boys said, " OK, does it stick, ooze or bounce or does it leave a film on the surface it lands, does it stick to furniture, my hair, eye glasses or walls? And she is speaking from experience here!! I just laughed and laughed!! Paybacks from parents to their children are so much fun!! These lovely children of mine, gave me quite a few panicked moments in the past and so I am just enjoying these new moments way too much!!
And I heard almost complete silence from my son and his lovely bride, I do believe they are now scared to have babies worrying about what I will send them in the future!!
Anyways this Green Slime is fun to make and it's a fascinating science experiment!
Green Slime
- 2 teaspoons Borax
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 4oz bottle of Elmer's School Glue
- green food coloring
1. In a small mixing bowl, pour in 1 cup of water, add 2 teaspoons of borax powder and stir to dissolve, set aside
2. In a large mixing bowl, pour in 1/2 cup of water, add the entire bottle of Elmer's school glue and stir until well blended
3. Add enough green food coloring to obtain the desired color to the glue mixture and blend well.
4, Give the borax water mixture another few quick stirs and add to the glue mixture.
4. Stir the mixture until it becomes solid, (there will be leftover liquid), gather the solid material with your hands, working the slime together to make it more solid.
5. Form the solid mixture into a ball and pour rest of the liquid into the sink.
6. Work the mixture gently until it forms a ball and most of the liquid is gone.
7. Place in a closed container to keep it fresh
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In Hatchet, 13-year-old Brian Robeson learned to survive alone in the Canadian wilderness, armed only with his hatchet. Finally, as millions of readers know, he was rescued at the end of the summer. But what if Brian hadn't been rescued? What if he had been left to face his deadliest enemy--winter?
Gary Paulsen raises the stakes for survival in this riveting and inspiring story as one boy confronts the ultimate test and the ultimate adventure.
From the Paperback edition.
Editeur: Delacorte Books for Young Readers (13 novembre 2001)
Format: EPUB
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Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Sunday, December 10, 2017
A market in Elizabeth City today
Hello everyone today I did a show in Elizabeth City NC and got to see one of my dearest friends whom I used to attend her art classes back in 2000. Laura. It was wonderful reconnecting with each other after many years.
How I set up for today.
The Tanglewood Lake Holiday Market
I just love both of these.
The little bags I hand painted and do enjoy so. I was inspired by several images on Pinterest.
Saturday, August 5, 2017
Upcoming classes to Norfolk Virginia at Wine and Cake Hobbies
Hello wanted to let you know about the new and upcoming classes at the Wine and Cake Hobbies in Norfolk Virginia for October and November.
Call Wine and Cake Hobbies to sign up now.
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Recipe for Making Strawberry Jam and Canning the Yummy Goodness
Hello everyone and welcome. I will be teaching a class at Wine and Cake Hobbies tonight March 7, 2017 in Norfolk Virginia. I am making this post to help the students or anyone else along the way.
The finished pint jars for my families use only.
I have been canning since I was a girl with my grandma Grace who is now in her 90's.
Although I didn't quit know why or what I was doing then I just remember standing at the sink and stove with her, and her telling me over and over you will hear a "ping" when the jars start sealing. I also loved eating everything she canned. My favorite was pear preserves......oh my!!! I asked for that every time and Welch's Grape Juice when I was at her house. To start with the basics of jar preparations please see this post
this will help to prepare your jars for canning. I use Ball canning jars most of the time as we buy a pallet full at a time. The Ball website is wonderful and has great recipes and instruction.
Here I am going through the strawberries to see if there are any that aren't in great shape such as a moldy one of really yucky one (you will know)
Wash them well moving them around to get all the strawberries and allow to drain
Too much water on strawberries and cause them to water downed tasting so try not to soak them, I have had ones that had so much sand and dirt on them I had to resort to that but do so briefly.
Let me also remind you to always wear some kind of covering on your head and an apron. I just love my Grateful Dead one my mom got me.....Thanks MOM!
Begin by capping the strawberries I use a tool I have had for many years and you can still find them on Ebay or other sites search from strawberry huller, strawberry capper, or even tomato huller.
Once capped you will need to use a bowl of a 13x9 dish to smash the strawberries with a potato smasher. You don't have to puree them just create juice and break them down some. I like mine "chunky"
You can see I don't completely pulp them
More smashing of the strawberries
Here you want to have 5 cups of mashed strawberries usually as reference its takes about 8 cups of whole strawberries to make the 5 cups of mashed berries. I always have so many that when its strawberry time I could can jam until I had 100's of jars so I always have more than enough.
Have your seven cups of sugar already measured out so once your strawberries are boiling you can have that ready to pour in the pot when its time.
Begin warming the strawberries on the stove top
add in your pectin (I use pectin in bulk) but whatever pectin you use read the instructions some pectin's are added at different times and have different directions, SO PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS of the PECTIN YOU are Using!!
Add three tablespoons of lemon juice
add your pectin I use one box of pectin
mix together the pectin and the lemon juice and begin to bring to a boil once you have a boil that cant be stirred down add your sugar
Add sugar in (*the seven cups already measured out) into the pot, bring to a full rolling boil that cant be stirred down and once you are there set your timer for one full minute. Then your jam is done.
Some don't want to use pectin and if that is the case you can carry your jam to a temp of 220 degrees Fahrenheit. This is only if you are not adding the pectin. Strawberries are very low in pectin and the older they get the less pectin there is.
These are the flats and rings in water that is approx. 180 degrees you don't need to boil them, just bring them to a temp of approx. 180 degrees and then keep them around that temp until ready to use.
Now you can skim off any white foam that has occurred while stirring I usually use a rubber spatula that is high temp safe and NSF. The canning funnel and the ladle can be purchased thru Ball
or look at your local canning supply store.
You can begin now spooning in the jam with your ladle and your canning funnel. If you note the clear spatula in the jar that is to remove air bubbles, if you don't have one of these you can use a long knife such as a cake icing spreader that is narrow. I have that one for many years. Ball has a green one now to purchase.
Here I am wiping the rim of the jars with very hot water to insure there is no drippings and anything on the lid to keep the flats from sealing.
Place your flats and rings on the wiped jars and tighten as you would normally
Place the jars in the warmed waterbath canner and once all jars are in make sure the water comes 1" above the jar lids. Begin to increase the temperature and once it comes to a rolling boil begin timing for 10 minutes.
Once it boils I turn the stovetop down some and place the lid on the pot and vent a little to make sure the water is always boiling. Time for 10 minutes and once the timer is up time again for 5 minutes then remove the jars from the canner and place on a dry towel on the counter top. Allow them to cool on the counter until completely cooled. They will begin sealing some right away and others can take longer. If it does not seal you can use right way or try to water bath again. I usually have them all seal but every once in awhile there is always one that doesn't, we usually just eat that one. My boys don't mind. LOL!
Me making the jam.
8 cups of whole strawberries
mashed to make 5 cups
1 box of pectin see above foe instructions
3 Tablespoons of lemon juice
7 cups of sugar
see above for directions.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Elf on the Shelf Ideas
Ho Ho Ho! Happy Holidays!
I wanted to share a little holiday fun we have been having since 2012. I was in the Hallmark store getting one of my "collector" ornaments that I get every year. Of course you guessed it..... Baking! I collect the baking ornaments so each year I make sure I visit the Hallmark stores to acquire the Hallmark collector ornaments. Well I spotted the Elf on the shelf and I was sold instantly. However I didn't or even expect our little elf would be such a Huge hit. Well going on Christmas number four with our little elves has been a nice addition to our holiday traditions. This one I think I saw on Pinterest but not really sure. It was so cute!!
Target, and tiny gingerbread houses I bought at Roses. Both Houdini and Annie the Elf.
Pinterest idea.
Legos. All though I think everyone loves Legos!
Roses. It's white and I love it! It's just plain cute! They arrived in flight suit and an adorable cute tartan skirt. The elves brought plastic army men. Again another favorite of the boys!
Dusty the Plane.
Walmart in the holiday gift section. They were so thrilled with these. I have videos up on YouTube of them shaving it was just funny, I laughed at them shaving.
Hershey bars. He even had chocolate on his cheeks.
raisins from the late 80's to play Twister with Houdini.
Sandy Hook tragedy. We used the idea too.
I love this one a mustache. Well hello there!!! I had a whole set of mustaches for the boys from the dollar store.
Little Tykes Xylophone.
Tonka Toys with chocolate tools. Of course the boys liked the chocolates.
Barrel of Monkeys. Skylar was intrigued by this.
Etsy. Brilliant!
Kohls and more cute elf clothes.
Walgreens. The birthday suit for Skylar's birthday which is December 13. Happy Birthday Skylar!
Target. We found the elves in the swingasan.
Kamakura, Japan to see Diabutsu (The Great Buddah). I cut the Asian Gate with the Silhouette Cameo and used one of the toy Buddah figures in the tubes. I really like this one!!
Enzas Bargains.
Here the elves were on Sonny's play gym. Sonny is our cocktail bird.
I wanted to share a little holiday fun we have been having since 2012. I was in the Hallmark store getting one of my "collector" ornaments that I get every year. Of course you guessed it..... Baking! I collect the baking ornaments so each year I make sure I visit the Hallmark stores to acquire the Hallmark collector ornaments. Well I spotted the Elf on the shelf and I was sold instantly. However I didn't or even expect our little elf would be such a Huge hit. Well going on Christmas number four with our little elves has been a nice addition to our holiday traditions. This one I think I saw on Pinterest but not really sure. It was so cute!!
This one I had bought the Barbie Doll at Target for a few bucks, I know a fabulous deal. Apparently "Baker Barbie" isn't so popular??? It would of been on my Christmas list for sure when I was like eight or so. I was like the Barbie kid!! My mother always complained to everyone I was hyper and she took me to the doctor for this, and he told her if I could play for hours with my Barbie Dolls then no I wasn't. I made them clothes, beds out of matchboxes using glue. I made dresser drawers out of matchboxes. I even took tomato packaging and made elevators to life them from boxes I had in a walk in closet. Like I said I was Barbie cray cray! My boys called this is girlfriend that he went to the North Pole to get. I used those like instant cookies from Pillsbury which the boys love! Instant magic!
This must of been one of those nights I forgot and then bam in the morning oh yeah move the elves!! Quick before anyone wakes up. Quick thinking hang them from the kitchen light fixture.
I love this one a mustache. Well hello there!!! I had a whole set of mustaches for the boys from the dollar store.
Houdini and Annie brought the new movie at the time, Despicable Me 2.
Here in his football jersey with a finger football game.
Here the elves were on Sonny's play gym. Sonny is our cocktail bird.
Happy Holidays I hope you Yuletide Season is a wonderful joyous time of year.
Cyber Hugs,
Dawn Gallop
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Attack victim Alan Barnes struggling to settle in his new home
A DISABLED mugging victim is struggling to adapt to life in the new home he has bought with money raised by thousands of well-wishers touched by his plight.
Alan Barnes admitted he is finding the resettlement difficult
Alan Barnes, 67, who is 4ft 6in tall and visually impaired, was left with a broken collarbone after being attacked by drug addict Richard Gatiss in January while putting the bins outside his former flat.
Last month the pensioner spoke of his joy at moving into a £150,000 two-bed terraced house in a nicer part of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.
But he has now admitted he is finding the resettlement difficult, adding that he is struggling to adjust after becoming a famous face.
He said: "It's a house and it's better than where I was before but I don't know whether I will be staying. It just doesn't seem to be me. I'm just not bonding to it. Everyone keeps asking me if I've settled in but I'm not going to lie."
Mr Barnes, whose disabilities were caused when his mother contracted German measles during pregnancy, had felt unsafe in his former home.
His new house was paid for with funds raised in an online appeal, set up by kind-hearted beautician Katie Cutler, 21.
She initially hoped to raise £500 but £330,000 was raised within days as the appeal went viral.
Mr Barnes, a churchgoer, has spoken of being overwhelmed by the generosity of those who donated and now hopes to travel and meet new people.
"After going to London I would like to go to more churches around the country and meet other people," he said. "I'd just like to be invited out to more places. I think I have got a lot to offer and could do some youth work."


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A police officer stationed in Beitbridge has been arrested for allegedly conniving with two people in an attempt to sell 27 cattle stolen from South Africa to the Cold Storage Commission in Bulawayo.
Patrick Gwete (34), a police officer based at Tuli police station in Beitbridge, Onius Ndou (46) and Leonard Mangavha (40) all of Swereki area under Chief Stauze, pleaded not guilty to stocktheft charges when they appeared before Beitbridge resident magistrate, Mr Langton Mukwengi.
They were remanded out of custody to March 20 for continuation of trial. Beitbridge Area Prosecutor, Mr Johannes Tlou said on August 3 last year at around midnight, Ndou and Mangavha illegally crossed the Limpopo River into South Africa and stole 27 cattle valued at R244, 000 at Kongo Farm.
They then allegedly drove the cattle back into the country on the same day. Mr Tlou said the pair also bought seven other cattle on August 4 at a cattle auction in Gwanda.


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We are leaving for an 8-day trip that requires fifteen hours of travel and three airplanes. And are you ready for this? We only bring carry-on luggage. I know, that sounds crazy, but it's easier than worrying about lost luggage (we have two layovers…one domestic and one international) or waiting at the baggage terminal with a 2 and 4 year old who are ready to be done traveling. We have family 4+ hours away in Florida, family in Wisconsin, and family in Europe. Between all the car rides and flights, I consider myself a bit of an expert on travel beauty.
The toughest thing about travel is finding a way to quickly get to the things I need. Whether it's in flight or walking from our bedroom to the bathroom and back, I like to know where everything is and have it easily accessible. The Sonia Kashuk Completely Organized Bag comes in three sizes, a variety of colors, and is lined with pockets on the inside and out. I use the new petite bag in blue for in-flight necessities. And when I say blue, I mean Tiffany blue. Too cute!
Hand sanitizer is an obvious choice and I enjoy the scent of The Body Shop Satsuma. The Wet Ones are for the airplane toilet seat which already has my skin crawling. My lips and hand always get uncomfortably dry on airplanes so lip balm and Almond Hand and Nail Cream will be infinitely helpful. I have Aveda Stress-Fix Concentrate to relieve tension whether in-flight or during layovers. Earth Therapeutics Under-Eye Recovery Patches are infused with green tea, a vitamin complex, aloe vera, cucumber, and chamomile. We have an overnight flight and the hydrogel is so cooling and soothing. I look forward to indulging toward the end of our flight. After we get off the plane I'll refresh with my new fragrance obsession, a sample of Trish McEvoy No. 3 Snowdrop and Crystal Flowers.
My first concern for our time in Europe is keeping my skin stable without the use of a Clarisonic or my current mask routine. I'm saving space with makeup removal by not bringing a cleansing oil. I have a travel-size bottle of Sonia Kashuk Eye Makeup Remover and a pack of Yes to Grapefruit Exfoliating Towelettes. These will be sufficient for makeup removal. I bought a small bottle of Ole Henriksen Foaming Cleanser to make sure I get a thorough cleanse (again no Clarisonic) for day and night and my Tarte C-Brighter Eye Treatment. I don't mess around with eye cream! For days I'm going to use a tinted moisturizer instead of the one pictured here and at night I'll get added exfoliation when I sleep by bringing a small amount of my Ole Henriksen Invigorating Night Gel. Since I'm expecting
skin-drying cold cooler temperatures, my tiny Maracuja Oil will make the trip along with a small Shea Body Butter. Two face treatment samples and a grippy alligator clip complete my set. It looks like a lot, but most of these are deluxe sample sizes.
My hair will be an issue on this trip. I'm leaving my dryer, flat iron, and curling irons home because I have neither the space nor the electrical adapter needed for Europe. The morning we leave I will take the time for a really good blowout and it should last 3-4 days. Then I'll rely on natural curls, bobby pins, and braiding to get me through the second half of our trip.
You can never go wrong with moisture so this trial-size of Nexxus Humectant Shampoo and Conditioner will keep my hair in great condition. And the bottles are large enough for all four of us to use. I'll leave the hairspray at home because…
Sephora has a 500-point perk right now with Living Proof styling products. There is a product guide and style suggestions inside one of which is for Tousled Texture using Prime and Amp². This will be perfect for my hair and it doesn't require a full blowdry.
Makeup is the least of my worries, but also the most time consuming because I need to pare down my choices. I hate not having unlimited options, but I also need to save space (especially on the liquids in our carry-ons).
Becca Resurfacing Primer will keep my makeup in place all day. I am using NARS Radiant Tinted Moisturizer as a mluti-tasker and adding Becca Mineral Foundation as needed for extra coverage and to touch up. Tarte Exposed blush was a no-brainer, and NARS Adult Content palette gives me Zen as a bronzer as well as additional blush options.
I settled on my lip and eye products quickly. First I knew I wanted a red lip so I didn't die of creative boredom. Sonia Kashuk Shine Luxe Sheer in Rouge is the best casual red around. Then I'm using NARS Mayflower (a little pre-travel gift from me to me) as my goes-with-everything color. I always use Too Faced Shadow Insurance and the NARSissisit eye palette will cover any look I need want. I originally grabbed Radiant Creamy Concealer to brighten and cover as a space-saver, then remembered my deluxe sample of Trish McEvoy Instant Eye Lift and added that. I'll test that out and report back later this month.
Eyebrows are quick and easy with Sonia Kashuk Taupe brow definer, Too Faced Perfect Black liner can line, smudge, or tightline, and Milani Runway Lashes is super quick to apply for volumizing mascara.
And now it's time to sort through my liquids and put them all in quart-sized bags. Fun fun!
What do you take when you travel? Do you carry-on or do you always check your luggage?


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Thanks to everyone who entered my first contest! It officially ended last night, so I thought I'd just go ahead and pick the winner.
A funny thing I noticed is that some of you who commented don't actually follow my blog (which was a requirement), but follow me on Twitter. I still counted these, since there weren't that many anyway (just two). Another thing I noticed is that some of you posted your Twitter as a second entry, but didn't actually follow me.
So a big congratulations to s., aka Samantha! I sent you an e-mail, so check your inbox for that.
I enjoy the whole giveaway thing, and I'm thinking about doing random giveaways from time to time. Perhaps every once in a while I'll randomly pick a blog entry, and then a comment as a winner. This should encourage people to comment more! I love responding. It feels like I'm actually talking to someone, rather than just posting something on the internet. A big appreciative thank you to every one!
Happy October!
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
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- MeiBelle said...
Congrats on the winnah of that chicken dinnah!
- October 2, 2010 at 2:51 PM
- The Little Dust Princess said...
Congrats to Samantha!
I see myself in #13 and #17! Boy do I feel special. LOL
- October 2, 2010 at 7:37 PM
- The Little Dust Princess said...
Congrats to Samantha!
I see myself in #13 and #17! Boy do I feel special. LOL
- August 3, 2011 at 9:02 PM