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The consciousness of people regarding taking care and maintaining their body in a healthy condition has grown bigger these past few years. There are now a lot of exercising routines, dietary supplements and pills, different ways of dieting, and so on that are available everywhere to promote healthy lifestyles and to help people keep their body thin, fit, and healthy.
Women, especially mothers, however, may find it hard to put some time and effort for physical activities. There are many reasons why women, specifically mothers, do. For one, and is usually the main reason, is the lack of time. Women have usually a lot of responsibilities as well as burden in their hands. They have to continue going to work to keep their job, they have to take care of their children, and they also have to do some household chores, especially if they do not have housemaids in their homes. Usually the time that they have after their job is intended for their family, her children, and all the other responsibilities she has at home. She might find it hard to find time as well as motivation to actually spend some time to exercise and even some time for her own self. Also because of fatigue these responsibilities give her, it is impossible for working mothers to actually put more effort in exercising. How can you even reserve some energy to exercise, if you are too tired from work and all the other things that you do? Another is that some women believe in some gender stereotypes which includes that women's job usually revolves around household chores, child rearing, and just taking care of the whole family and their home. According to studies, these women who believe in such are usually among the people who do not spend time on exercising, and generally even for themselves. Even money can be a reason for some women's lack of interest in exercising. Physical activities can usually be costly especially the facilities that are usually used.
In order to maintain a good health, women must make changes in their lives. They should overcome these reasons why they cannot exercise and have time for themselves as well. When it comes to lack of time, it might not hurt to spend just a few minutes, 15 to 20 per day perhaps to watch an exercise video and do some physical activities, right? Or why not, when going to the mall, walk if it is not that far. She can also compromise with the other family members when it comes to household responsibilities in order to also have time for herself. Also it does not have to be some physical activities in the gym; it can also be just a walk in the afternoon or some dancing exercise for a few minutes a day. Another is that, exercising does not have to take a lot of energy. In fact exercising regularly can help a person to cope up by giving her energy to do the things she usually do every day. Women must also change this thinking that women are bound to do domestic works.
Physical activities have a lot of benefits on women's health. And in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle and body, one must exercise and first change her attitude towards exercising.
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We all know and are about the discrimination between men and women. Before, men are usually favored and women are always the underdog. Women before are known to be low-profile and they are subjected to men. They are commonly treated as slave. They are less favored in everything. But as time goes by, there are people who have fight for women's rights. There are leaders who believe that women should be treated right and equal. These are the times where the rights of women are empowered. They were given chance to prove themselves that they are capable to do other things aside from doing house chores. This is why there are women who become so persistent with their studies so they could prove themselves. Until these days where women have become leaders, influential, powerful, and better than what men could do. There are women who are more organized than men when it comes to doing their job, mentality, physically, socially, and even spiritually.
Women today are very lucky because they are now free to practice their rights and compete with men. But sad to say that there are still some discrimination that exists in some countries where women are still treated differently like they are commonly become a victim of sexual abuse like rape, prostitution, trafficking, and more. That is the fight for women's rights up to this day is still going on because of these cases. Good for you if you live in a country where women are treated equally. But if you live somewhere where women are treated unequal, then you are unlucky. But you still have a choice to get out of that place and live somewhere where women are treated right and where women are allowed to practice their rights.
Nowadays, you can see that there are women who become CEO of big companies, women who become religious leaders, women who became President of the Country, and women who are allowed to work and treated well by their husbands. So, I would suggest that if you want to practice you rights as women, you need to get a degree. Become successful in the field that you want. If you have a degree, it will be your key to success and achieving your goals. If you are successful, you will get the respect of other people especially those people who discriminates you and doubt your abilities and skills.
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We have many transition periods in our lives. The most difficult of which is during puberty or what we call the growing years. It is the time wherein we can either make it or break it. We leave our youth and enter the complex world of adulthood. This is a very crucial stage for everyone but most especially to girls who are more vulnerable to the changes in their environment. During the growing years, they start to learn who they are and who they want to be in the future. To do this, they look at the people around them who they can pattern themselves into. That is why it is very important that there should be positive role models for today's young girls who will guide them in choosing the right path in their lives. The following are the groups of people young girls usually look up to.
1. Parents
Parents play a very important role in how a child grows as an individual. Their actions and behavior can greatly affect that of their children for they are seen as idols in these young people's eyes. They have the responsibility of teaching their young ones what is good and what is bad. The moral values that can shape children's lives should be instilled by their parents in them. It is imperative then that parents promote good behavior and deeds among their children.
2. Celebrities
These days, girls are so fond of magazines, television and the internet. They go out with their friends to watch movies and talk about their favorite celebrities. They want to be like a particular celebrity when they grow up because she has the traits that they would like to have in the future. They imitate the person from head to toe, from the way she speaks to the way she dress. As public figures in which all of their actions can be seen by the larger population, celebrities should be extra careful in what they are allowing the public to see about themselves. They should serve as good role models for a lot of young girls want to follow their paths and may imitate their behavior even if this behavior is not appropriate anymore.
3. Authority Figures
Young girls also adapt the behavior of authority figures they have contact with in a regular basis. It can either be their teacher, relative, sports coach or a leader in their community. They can also pattern themselves to famous politicians that they like. That is why as much as possible these people should exemplify good manners and conduct when they are around young girls who idolize them and who may emulate them.
We should always keep in mind that there must be positive role models for today's young girls in order for them to grow and become healthy and happy individuals in the future.
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If someone asks you who is or who are you role models today, who would you answer? Definitely kids would answer their favorite fairytale princess character, their favorite singer or even their favorite teacher. Basically, positive role models for today's young girls are the only people or individual whom they knew or whom they have an idea with. Young girls are too naïve to be able to determine the real measure of idolizing someone. The mere fact that Cinderella is pretty is good enough for them to think that they would also want to be like her when they grow up. Actresses on the television might be their inspiration for life. Each one of us has our own opinion with personages whom we consider as our role models. There are a lot of reasons and factors to be considered why some children or teenagers like Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato or Ariana Grande. We might not understand entirely how other young ladies look up to various celebrities and even copy the way they dress, act, talk and move. Not long ago, the "then" little girls who were adults now have different idols too. Some even look up to religious personages as their inspiration through life. The point is that, the person whom small kids and teenagers consider as role models also depends on the society they are in and the influences that these people give them. Some girls consider their mom as the best person in the world. Others see their teachers as the greatest being ever.
It is just sad however how young girls look up to people whom they refer to as cool but their ways and means of doing things are not cool but bad rather. Young girls must know the exact meaning of right and wrong for them to be able to decide whether their role models are really good models or not. But then, life is not just pure black or simply white. Sometimes, there are some things which lie between the two colors which make things more complicated. The matter rests on how these girls adhere to their moral values and standards in life. At such an early age, young girls must be taught well especially in today's culture that everyone is free to do provocative and offensive things. Our young girls must grow up to be also a good example to the next generations. Therefore, we must teach them today on having the right role models to look up to instead of fake role models.
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Women in patriarchal society were not recognized as leaders, thus their only role is to be a house wife. They are not given the right for education like men does.
Men are the leaders. Men are the professionals. Men have the power and capability of leading the society while women are kept inside the home to take care of the family. It is no different from being slaves. Yes, it may seem too harsh but that is the closest definition for women's role before.
As time pass by, roles of men and women changes as well. And who would have thought that women are now political leaders. They are even as great as men when it comes to leadership.
Thanks to those women who fight for women's rights and gender equality. And women today are enjoying the freedom and rights that they have.
In 1848, at the Seneca Falls Convention a resolution calling for woman suffrage or right to vote was passed. It was organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott. These two women devoted the fifty years of their life for the movement of suffrage. And although they never gain the right to vote, their works contributed a lot to the passage of the 19th amendment in 1920 giving women the right to vote.
Quoted from NDI or National Democratic Institute chairman, Madeleine K. Albright "Every country deserves to have the best possible leader and that means that women have to be given a chance to compete. If they're never allowed to compete in the electoral process then the countries are really robbing themselves of a great deal of talent."
Indeed women are potential leaders. Who knows better what's best for the country than women who sees everything from the perspective of reality and not with unrealistic assumptions.
In the 20th century women empowerment became stronger, number of women in politics increased. It only shows that women are becoming competitive and conscious of their rights. Yes, gender discrimination still exists but instead of hiding, women welcome the challenge and proved men to be wrong.
According to a study of International Women's Democracy Center last 2008, women are holding the 18 percent of parliamentary seats around the world. And that includes 13 women holding the highest position of their state.
This only proves that women are as capable as men. But this percentage is still small. In fact there are still countries where women are not given the same rights as men.
Women and men are equal and both should be given the same rights not only in politics but as well as in other fields of profession.
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Patriarchal societies predominantly ruled the world for ages. During those times, religious, social and cultural conventions bar women from joining and participating in the workplace. They were restricted by the reproductive role society has imposed upon them. It was only during the emergence of women organizations and feminist movements in the 20th Century that the importance of achieving women's rights equal to that of men came to light.
But as the world moves towards the 21st century, women are slowly gaining the same privileges and benefits that used to be exclusive to men. Many women of today's generation are already engaging in various kinds of professions – like being engineers, truck drivers, teachers, lawyers and doctors. However, ideologies that are remnants of the past hundred years still contribute to acts of discrimination and abuse against women in the workplace. It is, therefore, crucial for women to be aware of their rights as workers and take a stand in mitigating these activities that violate her rights at work. Provided below are some basic women's right in the workplace that you have to know:
Right To Work During Pregnancy
One's boss has no right to fire, demote or forbid her from working during her pregnancy. You, having your own body autonomy, has the right to decide as to whether or not you should continue working while being pregnant. You also have the privilege to be able to breastfeed during work hours and apply for maternity leaves wit pay.
Right To Be Protected Against Unwanted Sexual Behaviors
Women also have the right to shield themselves from unwelcome sexual advances and other unpleasant sexual behaviour. Organizations and companies are required to protect and defend these rights of women against potential perpetrators.
Right To Be Paid Equally
Salary grades and wage equivalents should be equal all throughout the organization regardless of one's sex. Women have the right to enjoy the same amount of work pay that men earn for the same position.
Right To Be Protected From Forms Of Employment Discrimination
There are certain cases in which recruiters or heads of Human Resource departments have discriminatory biases in hiring people. Employers must not disregard the applications of female employees from any vacant positions as long as they possess the qualifications and requirements needed for the job.
Awareness of the laws that protect women's rights in the workplace is very important in defending oneself against all forms of bullying and discrimination. By knowing each and every right a woman has, one will be able to stand by her own ground once confronted with any of the scenarios given above. It is vital to be vigilant and critical in holding on to these rights
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Because of the lifestyle that we have today, our health is being put at risk especially if we are exposed to harmful substances like alcoholic drinks, cigarettes or smoking, and drugs. But between male and female, when it comes to health concerns, female have more health concerns than male, maybe because of their gender, genes, and other factors. Later we will discuss the top 4 women's health concerns today. These health concerns are all serious concerns that require serious medical attention. That's why it's advisable that women should have regular checkup with their doctor. They say that early detection can actually save your life. So, if you feel something unusual or weird, don't hesitate to see your doctor right away. For your health security, I would also advise that you get your own health insurance. In case you don't have cash in your pocket, you can always use your health card to get the right health services you need. Now, what are these top three women's health concerns?
Breast Cancer
One of the very common health concerns of women is breast cancer. This is very common in women and very rare with men. That's why there is a self testing method that was taught to most women on how they would know if they are prone to develop breast cancer. The method is to lie on your back on your bed then raise your one hand touching your head, then your other hand would start to pat on their breast starting from their nipples going out in circular motion. Touching your breast using your two fingers and try to look for a lump, if you feel something that is unusual, go and see your doctor right away that could be a cyst which can turn to malignant tumor. But the good news is many have survived this kind of cancer. But the procedure may also affect your condition because it may require the removal of your breast to prevent the spread of cancer.
Since most women are very emotional, they are prone for depression. Many women ended up getting sick because of unmanaged depression.
Ovarian Cancer
Aside from breast cancer, another cancer that women are prone to have is ovarian cancer. That's why to prevent having ovarian cancer a surgery is also recommended and the surgery procedure is called "TAHBSO" or Total Abdominal Hysterectomy and Bilateral Salpingo Oophorectomy.
Aside from these three, women are also prone to develop osteoporosis. That's women should give more time to have their self checked to prevent unwanted diseases to develop. They should also start a healthy lifestyle.
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Do you have any idea about the top 5 most influential women in business? These women are not ordinary women but they are extraordinary women. Their contribution in the world especially in business world has been remarkable. But their lives were never been easy before they reach where they are now. They have been through a lot of ups and downs too. When they started, they also struggle to earn the reputation and the trust of the customers. They also had been in a stage where they feel hopeless and feeling of giving-up. But because of their positive attitude, and they never give-up, they are now on the top and known as the most powerful women in business world. Because of the reputation and trust that they earn from their consumers and had reach the top, they became very popular and people notice them wherever they go. It has never been easy for them from the start but because of hard work, it pays off. I'm sure that you are now excited to know their names, but be patient because you will know who they are later.
If you are one of those aspiring women who also want to do business, you should at least know these powerful women in the field of business. It's important that you also know their stories and what they have been through before they reach where they are now, because this will teach you how to deal with the situation and it will help you a lot with regards to business aspects. If you think that it was an easy way for these top women to make to the top, well you're wrong because they have been through a lot of challenges too, and these challenges have mold them to become a better person and to achieve success. They have learned a lot of things through the process that made them consider other opportunities and alternatives. Success is not impossible to achieve if you are just focus with the goals that you have set. It doesn't matter what your status in life is because to achieve success depends on our attitude and hard work.
Now it's time to reveal the names of these top women in the world of business who earns billions of dollars. My top 5 most powerful women in business namely Sheryl Sandberg (Facebook COO); Indra Nooyi (current chairman and CEO of PepsiCo); Irene Rosenfeld (The Chairman of Kraft and is currently organizing a major corporate split of its North American grocery business and its global snack business); Virginia Rometty (CEO of IBM); last, Meg Whitman (eBay CEO).
You can search more about these women and you can become one of them in the future. It's not yet too late. These women have been once in your shoes and because they have dreamed high they are where they are now.
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In this new era, women in the government are becoming popular because of the fact that they were elected by people to sit in the government position. One of the reason that I have observe why women in government is increasing in numbers maybe because of the services that they rendered that most men in government have not given much attention. One of the characteristics of women that men don't have is their passion to care and love their children and her family. The main role of men is to provide for the needs of the family and one of the major role of mothers is to take care of their children making sure that they grow up in good values and god-fearing. These traits of women have helped them fulfill their role as mother of the community where they serve. The passion to prioritize the needs of the people have put these women on top of the lists and for the record, women who serve in government have produced better result compared to men.
There are many countries in different parts of the world that were led by women and their country have become productive and their economy has increased. But of course, women in government are still struggling proving themselves that they can do what men can do. This is because of the tradition that has been practice in ancient times that women are just secondary to men and that they have no right to rule and lead. But because of the advancement of the technologies and freedom, women have proven their worth as an individual and also as a public servant. They have proven that they can do better than men that they can also achieve what men can achieve. The discrimination between men and women has been an argument for decades and even up to now there is inequality between these two genders.
But, with all those challenges that women have faced over time, this had not discourage them in fact it challenges them to do better and to be more successful with regards to education and other achievements. If you notice during election year, women who want to be involve in the government service and position keeps on increasing. Women have proven that they can do what men can do and most of all, they want to prove that they can do better and provide the needs and serve their people well.
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When it comes to health and beauty, between men and women, it shows that women are more conscious, that's why they have more beauty and health products than men. Most women are very conscious with their looks especially with their skin. The skin is the largest organ of the body and it is also the most expose part of the body. So, if you don't have a beautiful and healthy skin, it will easily noticed by others. That's why for your women's health, we will talk about how you can properly take good care of your skin. On the other hand, there so many types skin diseases that were discovered and these skin diseases are not good and when they affect your skin it's nasty. So, to avoid any skin diseases to develop and if you want to make your skin glow, look young, and smooth, here are the things that needs to be done.
Apply Moisturizer
One of the major factors that cause skin disease to develop is if you have dry skin. Dry skin means unhealthy skin. If you have dry skin you skin can easily get crack and it can easily get cut. When there is wound, bacteria will start to accumulate and spread there and if it's not taken care of, infection will be next. So, if you don't want to have so many scars and marks on your skin, you need to keep your skin moisturized. There are variety of moisturizers that you can buy at the market like lotion, oils, creams, and etc.
Avoid Too Much Exposure To The Sunlight
Next is you need to minimize exposing your skin under the sunlight. It has been reported that in some countries, skin cancer cause by too much exposure to the sunlight is increasing. That's why if you plan to do sunbathing try to use sun block with SPF 50 to protect your skin from developing skin cancer. You can also use long sleeves, sweaters, caps, shades, and etc.
Take Vitamin E Supplement
Next will be taking vitamin E. Vitamin E has been known as the vitamins for skin. It helps skin cells become healthy. It you take vitamin E it make your skin look younger and smoother.
Use Body Scrub Products
Another thing is by using body scrubs. Body scrubs are very helpful in cleaning your pores. It also helps removes dead skin. If you haven't tried using body scrubs, try it and you will see the difference after.
These are just basic tips on how you can take care of your skin in promoting women's health, but these are the most effective ways to make your look healthy.
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Based on a population survey, there are more women than men. But, sad to say, there are more abused women. They are not given equal opportunities. Before, they don't assume economic and political roles. They are left in the house and are not given freedom to do whatever they want. Most of the time, you see them doing household chores. They are not allowed to get formal education. If there are abused and a lot of them were not able to fight for their rights, fight for them. How will you protect women's rights? Where will you start?
Before you do the job, know what women's right are. This is important. How would you fight for something if you do not know what you are fighting for? You should know the legal basis and the various forms of violations. Each individual has its own right. Each is bound to be protected. If one act against women's right, there is a penalty for it. In almost all nations, women's enjoy their right for federal and state level, education, equal treatment, protection at home or at the workplace, etc. Find more so you are better knowledgeable of what those rights are.
Report to authorities in case you are sure that somebody is being abused at home or at the workplace. Do not hide what you know. If you aren't sure of what to do, go to somebody you know you can ask help from. Do not report straight to the police or other authorities without verifying the information that you have. Your goal here is to help the abuse and give her a better life not to put her to shame. Help without expecting anything in return. Forget about danger. Her life is more in danger if you are not going to help her.
Support movements protecting women. There are local based organizations. Others are national and international based. If you can start your own group with the goal to protect females, do it. For sure, there are willing sponsors. Get professional speakers, organize forums, reach out to communities, etc. You can also use the Internet. There, you can make a page, ask for suggestions or comments, post revealing statements, upload pictures, and more. Find a way.
Protect women, regardless of the economic status or educational attainment. The violations of women's rights are among the many global issues. If we pretend that such crimes do not exist, what will happen? Yes, it is critical. But, there is no harm in trying.
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Women are not considered part of the government not until some took the courage that they can to do magnificent changes. Women everywhere are constantly facing the hardest challenges when it comes to governance. They have limited rights and participation. In underdeveloped countries which are in conflict with poverty, the challenges are even higher. Nevertheless, there are changes though it is still slow. The meaningful participation of women in the government is not a way to promote equality and fairness. In the present world, we like to promote empowerment. Despite of the unfair treatment, there are still famous leaders in the world who are women. Yes, there are still groups who are not favored in putting such women on positions. They could do nothing. They should not undermine women's capabilities in becoming leaders. Rather, see the great impacts of these women in the society.
Females have been at the front of politics fairly. They have successfully penetrated to the political world. Don't you know that Egyptians are ruled by their queens as early as 3000 BC? After the Great War, some even became parliament members. They have been through tough challenges only to represent women in every part of the world. In history, the first woman Prime Minister of Sri Lanka successfully won her position in 1960. She is Sirimayo Bandaranaike. 14 years after, another significant proclamation happened in the country of Argentina wherein Isabel Peron was declared as the ever first woman democratically elected as the President. Bandaranaike and Peron are enough to tell us how powerful women. Their triumphs mean a lot to every woman on earth. In Sweden, majority of the ministers are women. In countries like Denmark and United Kingdom, people love their queens who are their country's leaders. Now, who says that a woman has no place in the government?
By advancing on the participation, empowerment is lifted at all level of society. We are still looking forward to more accomplishments, funds, projects, partnerships, and opportunities that enhance women's democratic and political roles. But, women leaders need to identify issues before they can start making changes. This task requires enough manpower and support. A leader alone can't promote women empowerment. This is why females should take part in the process. It is a tough responsibility to become a good example to others. How much more if you target to make better changes on their lives? Gone were the days of slavery and ignorance. Gone were the days of insults. Gone were the days of limited rights and lack of freedom. Women now are more confident, smart, active, directed, strong, and empowered. They are not afraid to take risks. They can even confront with anyone even the most powerful man. Some have significant contributions.
This is the fitting time to announce to the world that women in government are extraordinary. They cause a lot of progress and inspire others. Their once ambitious fleet have change many lives. Continue empowerment lead to overall access to education and health services, freedom from oppression, and it opens the portal to full women participation not only in politics but in global economic and health issues. Based on the Platform for Action, equality, peace and development can be hardly achieved without their involvement especially in the decision-making. Yes, it takes many years before they have completely won their rewards. But, after those years, look at what women have come.
When they are set aside in the political world, their shares of experiences and perspectives are not considered. This is not humane. What if those experiences and perspectives are the answers we need? I can actually see how women make changes in the political arena. They are representing unheard voices and oppressed hearts.
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We normally say that our mother is the best mother in the world. This is actually true in their own simple ways. Mothers play a very important role in the family. She is the one responsible in raising her kids. She needs to make sure that her kids are in good health. She needs to secure that the needs of her children are provided. She also needs to do most of the house chores like cooking, laundry, ironing, cleaning, and so on. She also does the budgeting for food and groceries, paying bills and etc. But one thing that is can become an issue is her health. Her job a mother can be very stressful especially she's taking care of more than one kid. If she is doing all of these tasks, then surely her health will be in jeopardy. Health experts have now campaigned about women's health because most women at risk to develop sickness than men because of their job and lifestyle. If mothers are exposed to so much stress and is not properly managed it could lead to develop serious illness. That's why if you are one those children who has a mother who does all the job for you, now is the time to give back the service, if you don't want your mother to get sick.
One of the simplest ways to give back the favor to you mother is to help her with the house chores. You can wash the dishes, sweep the floor, wash your own clothes, clean your bedroom, water the plants, help her cook by cutting the ingredients, and so on. This might be very simple tasks but surely your mother will greatly appreciate it and will appreciate you more because she knows that she can now rely on you when it comes to doing house chores. This can lessen the stress from your mother.
Do Good In Your Studies
If you are still studying, the only thing that most mothers want from their kids is to give them good grades from school. By giving your mother good grades, it will make them realize that they are not wasting their time, effort, and money from sending you to school. Giving them good grades can make them happy, and if they are happy it reduces the stress that they have. So, if you want to make your parents happy and proud, do your best in school and try to excel in everything that you do.
Stay Away From Trouble
Another way to lessen your mother's stress is you stay away from any trouble. If you are involved in any trouble, it can add up to the problems of your mother and that could trigger her stress. If your mother is stressed, she cannot think very well and cannot function very well. So, as much as possible, stay away from trouble and that could lessen the stress.
Cook For Her
You can also surprise your mother. You can cook for her. Since you were a child, she's the one who's doing all the cooking. She is cooking all your favorite foods. Now is the time to return the favor to her. You can surprise her with breakfast in bed. I'm pretty sure that she will be touch with that simple act. Try to cook the food that you know. You can cook egg, bacon, and toast bread for her, then make her a cup of coffee. You will see that big mile in your moms face and in her eyes is the gratitude of what you did for her. This maybe simple for you but for your mom it is already a big thing.
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Among the things that you need to know when it comes to women's rights, the right for education should be at the uppermost part of your priority. As a matter of fact, it is very vital that you learn that education is for everyone regardless of anyone's gender. You also need to know that gender inequality in education is extreme. There are even some girls that are less likely to access school, to remain in school or to achieve in education. Now, by learning the right of women when it comes to education you can at least make a clear stand about it. For all you know, education helps men and women claim their rights and realize their potential as well. These potential are in the economic, political and social arenas.
You need to be fully aware that it is also the single most powerful way to lift people out of poverty. There is just no way can a country get out of poverty but through educating their citizens. Education plays a particularly important role as a foundation for girls' development towards adult life as well. It should be an intrinsic part of any strategy to address the gender-based discrimination against women and girls that remains prevalent in many societies. It can give the every woman the confident to go out there and face the world. Education is a right that not only women should fight for but everyone else. It is also a privileged that everyone should take advantage of. Through it, you will be fully aware on the cultural changes, better health and awareness and even poverty reduction.
Education is a right and something that you need to have for yourself. You can't just let things be as they are when you know that your right has not been served well. You have to be reminded all the time that everybody has the right to education, which has been recognized over the years. It is a given fact that the right to free and compulsory primary education, without discrimination and of good quality, has been reaffirmed in all major international human rights conventions. It does not matter on what walks of life you belong to because you can still have an access to education. Many of these same instruments encourage, but do not guarantee, post-primary education. These rights have been further elaborated to address issues like quality and equity, moving forward the issue of what the right to education means, and exploring how it can be achieved.
Women's right to education is one of the most critical of all rights, the reason mainly because education plays an important role in enabling girls and women to secure other rights. Thus cultural and traditional values stand between girls and their prospects for education. The achievement of girls' right to education can address some of societies' deeply rooted inequalities, which condemn millions of girls to a life without quality education. Therefore, it is a fact that all too often to a life of missed opportunities. Improving educational opportunities for girls and women helps them to develop skills that allow them to make decisions and influence community change in key areas. On the other hand, one reason for denying girls and women their right to an education is rarely articulated by those in charge: that is their fear of the power that girls will have through education. There some parts of the world where women aren't treated equally and this is something that has to be stopped. This is the best time for you to know these things and be equipped with all the necessary learning so you know what to fight for.
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No time for simple workouts? Do you gain a pound each day? Can't prevent your self from eating unhealthy foods? Lack time to read? Why don't you recharge yourself and live healthier? Women, stand against the odds and live as healthy as possible. How? Do the right things and eliminate the old ways. You don't only need to balance career and family. You also need to include yourself, your well-being. How will you perform the many obligations if you are not healthy enough? If you get sick frequently, you loss the chance to be with your friends and you'll be absent from work. Women's health is very essential. With the alarming number of ill women due to improper nutrition, polluted environment, absence of workout, high-caloric meals, lack of knowledge about what is healthy and what is not, too little time to travel and explore, and the inability to smile due to stressful life conditions, there is a need to be wary about one's health. There are many reasons why we should not let women be stressed all their life. There are reasons to be healthy. But, how will they improve their overall health without spending too much and without compromising their obligations?
Sweat Outdoor! This is great in improving a woman's health. When you sweat, you eliminate toxins away from the body. These toxins are just like wastes. They need to be taken away before they start to ruin one's health. Through fun yet healthy outdoor activities, a woman can stay fit and vigorous. Joining a triathlon or a marathon is brilliant. Registrations are very affordable. In fact, there are free running events anytime of the year. Run for a cause. Triathlon is perfect if you like to be sporty and active. In here, you don't just walk, you also run, swim, take the bike, and more. This is a real adventure. A morning workout at the park or your mini gym is even perfect. With or without exercisers, you can still do workout. Use only the available tools you have. To increase your motivation, have your fitness partner. So, invite a family member or your friendly neighbor. Sweat all you can. Sweat and get fit!
Would you dare cook ideal meals? Cooking is perfect for women who used to stay at home. Moms for instance can experiment various meals on the kitchen. Cooking is a good mind and body exercise. Anyone who cooks feel relax especially is she sees that the food is in right color and will be ready after a minutes. Change unhealthy recipes into healthy alternatives. Instead of caloric sources, try caloric free recipes which can be found at the supermarkets. Cook only fresh veggies, fish, meat, etc. Avoid preservatives or additives in your dish. Most women love cooking. But, some aren't aware of healthy cooking. They only think of eating and satisfying craving. This is not good. For women to be healthy, they need to cook ideal meals which are good for the mind and body.
Read a lot and be healthy. A girl who reads ends up knowing many. Reading is a relaxing activity and at the same time, entertaining. It offers you new information. It helps you forget your bad days. When you read, you discover answers for your questions. You can also view tips for a healthy life. Smile often. Isn't it hard to do? When you smile, you look younger and calm. You also spread good vibes. Frowning isn't good. It is never healthy for the heart.
Explore and travel the world. Women's health is not just about exercise and diet. It is also about enjoying life to its fullest. Travel and see how wonderful the world is. Be stress free. Meet new friends when you travel for a healthy cause.


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One of the longest-running music venues on the Frenchmen Street Strip, 532 Frenchmen has been the Dream Castle, the Dream Palace, and as of a decade ago, the Blue Nile, which offers three showrooms for live funk, brass, and rock bands, plus popular DJ nights and a popular weekly improvisational jazz series curated by Open Ears Music. Glowing blue lights give the main room a swanky, cosmic vibe, though during July and August, the Blue Nile is closed for renovations; in September 2013, it'll unveil its new look and celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Tip: The upstairs balcony is a perfect vantage point to watch the action on the Frenchmen Street strip.
Location: 532 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, 504.948.2583.
Open: Daily, but closed for renovation until September, 2013. Parking: Street; nearby pay lots.
Prices: Beer: $4-up; wine: $5-up; cocktails: $5-up.
Crowd: Frenchmen street regulars and tourists doing the downtown strip; jam, brass and jazz fans dancing until the wee hours.
Live music: Yes. Smoking: Yes.
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See also: Frenchmen Street bars, New Orleans bars with a view, New Orleans bars with live music, New Orleans Music Clubs


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Pinay Celebrity: Pauleen Luna
Pauleen Luna is an actress from the Philippines. She was born on November 10, 1988 in Manila, Philippines. She started her career in show business when she joined Little Miss Philippines contest in 1995. It was part of the show of Eat Bulaga which is a noon time variety show. Pauleen had no front teeth when she joined the contest.
Pauleen Luna was a member of Star Circle Batch 11 in ABS-CBN Network.
Pauleen Luna ranked #9 in 2006 FHM Philippines' Sexiest Women.


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College Football: Virginia Tech @ Miami Preview
A rivalry that in recent years switched from the Big East to the ACC takes center stage on Thursday night, as Virginia Tech (6-3, 3-2 ACC Coastal) visits Miami (6-3, 3-2) at 7:30 PM on ESPN. The winner gets a leg up in the unpredictable Coastal Division race, while the loser would be in serious trouble. Although Miami has a 16-9 advantage in the series, the Hokies have the upper hand of late winning nine of the last thirteen meetings. A star was born last Thursday night for Virginia Tech, with redshirt freshman Darren Lewis rushing for 253 yards in their win over Maryland.
College Football: #14 Ball State @ Miami (Ohio) Preview
Another week another set of midweek games from the MAC, with the first featuring an undefeated Ball State team looking to work its way into the BCS. But with games remaining against Central Michigan and Western Michigan the Cardinals will have a hard enough time winning the MAC West let alone going undefeated. But tonight brings a trip to Oxford to take on the Redhawks of Miami (OH), who find themselves in the middle of a heated battle for the MAC East.
College Football: Saturday Touchdowns
Well, that one roadblock between Penn State and an undefeated regular season turned their campaign towards a national title into a trainwreck, with Iowa making a field goal with one second left to win 24-23 in Iowa City. Daryll Clark had his worst game of the season under center and the Nittany Lions left points on the board in the first half, something that came back to bite them in the second stanza. Ricky Stanzi didn't make the lethal mistake for the Hawkeyes, and Shonn Greene eclipsed 100 yards on the ground for the tenth time this season.
College Football: Saturday Preview
While last week provided some answers in regards to the national and conference title races sweeping the nation, they didn't do a whole lot to provide clarity in some instances. Florida is in the driver's seat in the SEC East and Alabama can punch their ticket to Atlanta on Saturday, but that's a long ways away from the logjam in the ACC. After Thursday night all 12 teams have at least two conference losses, and a noon matinee in Chapel Hill could give us a frontrunner in the Coastal Division.
College Football: Three Games, Two Views
The weekend is here, and as we progress deeper into the month of November the national title race begins to take shape. But there are also conference (and divisional) championships to determine, and the three games that Billy and I have chosen will have a direct effect on who wins the Pac-10, SEC West and Big 12 South. But in the case of Alabama's trip to Baton Rouge, division bragging rights may take a backseat to some pure old-fashioned hatred as an old friend returns to the place he once called home.
College Football: #12 TCU @ #8 Utah Preview
For those of you with access to CBS College Sports (I'm not one of them), consider yourselves very lucky: you get to check out a game that could very well decide the Mountain West when TCU visits Utah tonight. Of course, the Utes still have BYU on the schedule, but a TCU win could essentially lock up the conference title for the Horned Frogs and set them up for a run at a BCS at-large berth. Also on the schedule before Saturday is another attempt by the ACC to provide some clarity to its race, and a pair of WAC teams treading water in regards to bowl eligibility.
College Football: Miami (Ohio) @ Buffalo Preview
I'm not going to even get into my opinion as to teams playing on Election Day (I sure hope the Miami (Ohio) and Buffalo players get to the polls), but there is football to be played on both Tuesday and Wednesday with all three games being MAC matchups. Could Ball State be a possible upset victim on Wednesday night? Who will take control of a muddled MAC East race after these two days? Here's a preview of the three games on the slate for Tuesday and Wednesday night.
Tuesday: Miami-Ohio (2-6, 1-3) @ Buffalo (4-4, 2-2) 7:30 PM EST on ESPN2
College Football: Saturday Touchdowns
This much we do know after Saturday night: there will be a new number one when the BCS standings are released Sunday night. Texas Tech, in what was also the 500th win in the history of their program, picked up their first ever win over a top-ranked team with a 39-33 win over Texas. Michael Crabtree made the play that sealed it, reeling in a pass from Graham Harrell and running the rest of the way for the gamewinning score with one second remaining. But does that mean the end for the Longhorns? Absolutely not.
College Football: Saturday Preview
A good Saturday of college football for all those who celebrate Halloween with a little too much vigor, most notably rivalry games in the Big 12 and SEC that will go a long way in clarifying both division and national title aspirations for all teams involved. But there's also a noon matinee in the Big East that should determine the frontrunner for that BCS berth and upset alerts for the top two teams in the Mountain West. Here's the schedule for Saturday.
12:00 PM ET Northwestern at No. 17 Minnesota on ESPN2
College Football: Three Big Games, Two Views
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Being somewhat of a "clown," I have a laugh-out-loud appreciation for web comics. I mean literally laughing out loud. You can ask my co-workers. They're always wondering what the heck I'm chuckling about. But hey, who doesn't appreciate a joke to lighten up those long hectic days at work. Anyway a few years ago a friend of mine turned me on to Penny Arcade and since then I've followed XKCD, Explosm and various others. So I figured I would highlight a new comic strip every once and a while. Today I stumbled upon Alien Loves Predator by Bernie Hou and thought it deserved a little plug.
It's an interesting setting: The characters are actually toys with a little "photoshopping" to give it that comic look. Alien and Predator (who have joined forces after fighting each other) move to New York and are trying to make it in the "real" world as common folk. The best part is we (the audience) get to laugh at their awkward experiences and misunderstandings.
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The principle of historicisation is a fundamental part of the aesthetic developed by the German modernist theatre practitioner Bertolt Brecht. In his poem "Speech to Danish working-class actors on the art of observation", Brecht offers a vivid portrait of the attitude he suggested an actor should cultivate: Imagine all that is going on around you, all those struggles Picturing them just like historical incidents For this is how you should go on to portray them on the stage: The fight for a job, sweet and bitter conversations Between the man and his woman, arguments about books Resignation and revolt, attempt and failure All these you will go on to portray as historical incidents. . For the actor, "historicisation" constitutes a fundamental interpretative attitude.
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Monrovia is so close to everything!
Just north of Highway 72, Monrovia is only minutes away from shopping malls, grocery stores, and a wide variety of dining choices. Texas Roadhouse has recently opened up in the Kroger parking lot at Jeff Road and University Drive and is becoming the favorite for many Harvest and Monrovia residents. The Research Park Target shopping center is only a few miles away, as well as The Village of Providence and the Madison Square Mall. Monrovia is equidistant between Huntsville Hospital and the new Madison Hospital, allowing peace of mind in case of an emergency.
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She claims not to be the "white man's bitch", so who's bitch is Ieshuh Griffin?
To my female readers, there is a perfectly logically explanation behind my headline. Unfortunately, I can't explain the logic behind Ms Ieshuh Griffin's campaign slogan. Ms. Griffin is a young black female who is running as an independent for the Wisconsin State Senate. Ms. Griffin's campaign slogan just happens to be "NOT the whiteman's bitch". I guess this can be described as " when ghetto met politics". So much for a post racial America under Barack Obama. I'm going to go out on a limb and claim that Ms. Ieshuh Griffin isn't a conservative. So with that being said, I will also claim that this is another example of a black liberal having an oversensitive mental hangup on the issue of race. This story isn't even one week removed from the other race based story in which the black liberals of the NAALCP passed a resolution to try and single out the tea party movement. Because of the NAALCP's actions, Andrew Breitbart retaliated by making an issue of Ms. Shirley Sherrod. It has become abundantly clear who the people are in our country who "CAN'T LET GO OF RACE". I'm curious about Ms. Griffin. Since she claims she's "NOT the whiteman's bitch", who's bitch is she then? I wish I could ask her that.
Is she the "black man's bitch"?
the "asian man's bitch"?
the hispanic man's bitch?
the "native American man's bitch"?
the "pacific islander man's bitch"?
or "other man's bitch"?
I'm saying this of course to draw attention to how absolutely ignorant Ms. Griffin is. People who are obsessed with race tend to be some of the dumbest most closed minded ignorant people you can find anywhere. The panel on the Fox News show Red Eye discuss Ms. Griffin's slogan.
Here's Rush Limbaugh speaking about Ms. Griffin's campaign slogan.
If Ms. Griffin is running in a district that is mostly black and thinks like her, she is a shoe in to win. How do you think people like Shelia Jackson Lee, and Cynthia Mc Kenney got elected in the first place?For some reason Ieshuh Griffin actually makes Alvin Green of South Carolina seem legit believe it or not. That isn't saying much I know. File this away as another illustration on who are the people in America who are oversensitive about race. I'll give some of you a hint, it's not conservatives nor the tea party folks. I'm surprised that the left hasn't come out and called the people who don't support Ieshuh Griffin's slogan and are offended by it as being a bunch of racists. Give it time, it's still earlier.


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by Brenna
February 27th, 2015
Talkin' toe seams
Though some feet don't seem to mind the seam across the toes of their socks, others do. Sensitive toes and certain kinds of toe seams can be pretty uncomfortable. Our Woven Toe Seam section is there to help you find styles that will cause less discomfort!
Before we go into what styles have woven toes seams, let's look at some regular, machine-stitched toe seams. Socks are knit in a tube by a machine and in large production they're finished off by another machine that tightly sews the toe closed. It sort of looks like a serged edge, like most seams you see in store bought clothing.
toe seams on B.Ella, Nouvella, EG Smith and Tabbisocks styles
For a lot of folks, this kind of seam isn't noticeable. On styles with a formed heel, the seam falls across the top of your toes where there is often room in your shoe for toe wiggling. That gives you some ease for things like seams.
In tube style socks, that seam runs across the end of the sock and falls across the tip of your toes, or at the edge of your toenails. Even if you're someone regular seams don't bother, the kind on tube socks can be an irritation, depending on where it lands (smaller and narrower feet have more problems with tube socks sometimes, due to excess fabric) and what shoes they're paired with.
Above, you can see the seam at the end of the toes on the Signature Cotton Thigh Highs on the left, compared to the kind of seam a formed heel style has in the Althea Cashmere Crew on the right. Some Dreamers with sensitive toes choose to turn styles like the Semi-Opaque Color Tights inside-out, so they keep the look but don't have to deal with the seam. Not all styles are reversible (the nature of patterns and knit!) but there are styles in openwork, fishnet and lace that can work just as well outsides in.
Sensitive toes can also avoid the tyranny of a machine-stitched toe seam by choosing squishier styles. The nature of bouclé, for example (as we've discussed previously) adds a lot of loft that cushions your toes from a seam. And terry-lined styles work in the same way. You can see how comparatively minimal the toe seam on the Top Striped OTK Tubes is, once you pack terry loops around it!
From left to right: Top Striped OTK Tubes, a Gumball Poodle "athletic" style, the thicker Erin Wool & Silk and a bouclé style
In the same vein, thicker styles like the Erin Wool & Silk Socks (or the larger footed Maniche) can cushion around a seam, making for a more comfy fit. If you're ever curious about how thick a seam is, drop us a line before ordering, our toes run the range of sensitivity, so we're familiar with all sorts of comfort levels!
But for the ultimate avoidance of toe seams, it's the woven (or "hand-linked", or "flat") toe seam. There's barely a bump where the edges meet, perfect for those particular feet. Some brands, like Stance (on the left, below) or Sockwell (on the right, below) never use anything other than a woven toe.
by Brenna
February 20th, 2015
Keeping Warm!
February is a tricksy time, you're feeling just about done with winter and snow and cold and wet. In some areas, like the Pacific Northwest, there are whiffs of the spring to come as the most heedless flowers (I'm looking at you, crocus) pop up on the surprisingly "warm" days that aren't actually that warm, in the real scheme of things.
We recently talked of the wonders of fleece, in all its variants, but what are some other ways to keep cozy and make sure you have all your toes by the time spring really comes? That's where our Warm! Category steps in. Let's look at the non-fleece options for snuggly socks (and more!).
Speaking of more, why don't we start with your shoes? We recently brought in Alpaca Felt Insoles, made in the USA by Heartfelt. They're super warm alpaca wool felted onto burlap for sturdiness, made to slip into your shoes and curl just a bit up the sides, adding an insulating layer between your feet and the cold world.
They can be a bit fiddly to get in, but oh boy are they worth it (we found that bending back the front edge as you slip them in helps)! Perfect for those boots that are always a bit loose, they're a dream to stand on and some of us removed the insole that came with our shoes to replace it with this warm, woolly option.
And what of wool? If you can wear it, it's the best natural insulator. That's thanks to the halo we've talked about before, trapping all that air like a Thermos and keeping warm in and cold out. It also works to wick sweat and wet away, which makes it ideal if your feet might end up damp and cold!
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Pairing wool fiber and fuzzy textures ups the snuggly factor. "Boucle" (or, more properly, "bouclé") is both a yarn and the fabric made from that yarn. Strands are wound together in a way that makes that distinctive loopy appearance. Fabric knit from bouclé yarn has a squishy thickness to it that indicates its lovely insulating properties.
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If you can't wear wool, or aren't big into bouclé, then there's a similar option available for you! Terrycloth (called "terry" for short and "French terry" if knit, and "warp knit" if you're nasty) is a fabric knit to be flat on one side, with lots of loops on the other. Those little loops trap air just like a bouclé fabric (though maybe not as efficiently). They also add a thickness too that ups the warmth factor. We have quite a few terry options not in the Warm! section too. But these two are probably our top toasty terry-lined options.
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Of course, there's much to explore (and lots of options to layer) in the Warm! section, but I want to leave you with one last luscious option for staying warm. They're a home sock, really, made for snuggling into at the end of your day, but the New Zealand Bed Socks by Outer Gear are fabulously furry inside, with a gentle top that is kind to sensitive ankles, making them a great option for folks who need to put their feet up. In stripes, solids and polka dots, with treads and without, there's a style for just about everyone!
Like a lot of our imported styles, shipments of New Zealand Bed Socks are few and far between, so if the one you want isn't available at this moment, be sure to sign up for email notification by clicking the "be notified when new stock arrives." link that pops up when you select an out of stock colour. Do that and you'll know the same day we do that more have arrived and are ready to order!
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• New Zealand Bed Socks w/Stripes •
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Keep those toesies cozy and see if the snuggly solution to keeping warm is just waiting for you to find it! Do you have a favourite sock or combo attack that you use to defeat the cold?
by Brenna
February 13th, 2015
Colours: Dark Red
When we focused on red last year I stuck with that true, mid-century lipstick hue. Unlike some colours (purple is a good example) that have a strong and steady gradient of types, things that are red tend to be either RED or a fancily named dark red like "Bordeaux", "Merlot" or "Burgundy".
These delicious dark hues sometimes dip their toe into purple, but they're always red in the shadows. Dark reds can be particularly picky about how they look, depending on who they're by, as you can see in this shot of the O Chevrons in Dark Red/Black (left) and Dark Red/White (right).
Disclaimer time! I'm not trying to define red. If you want some poem-like lists of names for shades of red, both Wikipedia and the Color Sorting Wiki are kind of amazing resources. I've done my best to accurately represent these hues in relation to each other, so you can gather a good idea of what matches and what doesn't. That said, let's get down to it!
Dream Stockings & Dreamer Socks
We say "Dark Red" for our house brand styles, 'cause that's what it is! The nylon yarn's "Maroon", however, has plummy undertones that make it deliciously deep.
From left to right: N40s, O Basics, Extraordinary Thigh Highs
A long time ago, B.Ella's "Burgundy" used to be very berry, but since then, their dye batches have deepened and desaturated into this very sedate shade that is more Merlot.
From left to right: Leola Merino Boucle Anklet, Bess Cashmere Slouch Rib Knee Socks, Trentata Italian Trouser Sock, Codori Crochet Tights
Foot Traffic
They do love their "Burgundy", making it a standard with Black, a brown and a grey for a lot of their styles. In cotton, the burgundy has a yellow base, while polyester and nylon-heavy blends make it more blue. The Ribbed Knit Leg Warmers are an outlier, with their fuzzy off-white marl.
From left to right: Ribbed Knit Leg Warmers, Signature Cotton Tights, Fleece Lined Tights, Solid Opaque Thigh High
Real talk: when does Tabbisocks ever not do a colour beautifully? Their Merlot is deep and delightful, with just the right amount of berry tones even in the comparatively darker versions.
From left to right: Harajuku Arm Warmers, Harajuku Scrunchy Socks, Crochet Lover OTKs, Color Tights
"Port" is a dark red word used pretty much only by Sockwell and Stance, who (at least on the dark end) interpret it pretty similarly. EG Smith and Una go brighter in their dark reds, with a more vibrant burgundy than most folks turn out.
From left to right: On the Spot Compression Knee High, BGlam Midcalf, Socklings, Octopus Arm Cozies
How a dark red shakes out is pretty straightforward: darker shades with tones of purple, lightening up to some pure berry!
by Brenna
February 6th, 2015
The Language of Flowers
You may be familiar with folks using flowers to secretly say what their heart truly means. If you're thinking of getting yourself or someone else a bouquet of socks, we have quite the garden of floral styles for you to pick from.
When it comes to simply depicting flowers, there is a lot of artistic interpretation that happens, which means the majority of our styles are more of a "floral motif", with lots of indeterminate blooms and flower-like patterns that evoke a garden without being specific.
But! If you're looking for a little something more, we've also made sure you can search for common flower types to better convey your feelings.
These are loose interpretations of pretty petals, so if you see a bloom we've overlooked or mis-identified, let us know! We did our best, but are not botanists (though the folks who design floral patterns aren't often, either) and many of these flower designs could be representing one kind or another. That said, let's have some floral fun!
The Anemone is a simple, multi-petal flower with a burst of colour in the center. It can mean a lot of things, but it particularly represents anticipation.
• Floral Field Arm Warmers •
• Dreamer Jacquard Flowering Vine •
A Carnation is a deeply layered bloom and its distinctly saw-tooth profile is often used as a complement to traditional rose patterns. Meaning everything from deep love to good luck, depending on colour, in general a carnation expresses love, fascination and distinction.
• Fleur & Vine Over the Knee •
• Vintage Flower Stripe Crew •
An emblem of good fortune, the Cherry Blossom signals love and affection, while their short span before falling also hints at the fleeting nature of feeling and time.
• Cherry Blossom Printed Footless Tights •
• Cherry Blossom Knee Highs •
What defines the Chrysanthemum has often been contentious. A flower of variables, the one constant is many little florets working together to make a spectacular flower that stands for optimism and joy.
• Floating Flowers Midcalf •
• Ava Over the Knee •
The Gerbera is a flower type that encompasses a wide range of blooms, including the Daisy, with which it shares their symbolism of cheerfulness and innocence.
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Though a bold flower, the Hibiscus means "delicate beauty". It's one of those designs that, when rendered in sock form, could be a geranium or even a lily, if you're just looking at shapes. It's the tropical colours that help them stand out from the crowd.
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The Lily is another classic bouquet flower that holds a different meaning for each colour it blooms in. From "modesty" to "passion", or "gaiety" to "refined beauty", the lily can represent practically as many things as the individual breeds of both true and named lilies (though the BlueQ socks below are pretty clear in their meaning)!
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• Stay Away From . . . Crew •
Even more bedecked with meaning, the Rose could say "hey, you're a rad friend" (yellow) to "love at first sight" (purple).
• Snappy Romantic Budded Sock Garters •
• Full Bloom Opaque Printed Tights •
There're lots more meanings to flowers and colours. And with a search through our Floral styles you can wear your heart on your toes, if not on your sleeve!
by Brenna
January 30th, 2015
A flurry of fleece
When you search "fleece" on our site, mostly you see variations of polar fleece and fleece-lined, but there are two outliers that are actually informative.
The fiber content for the Nuova Ribbed Wool Midcalf explains that they're made from "one of the rarest and finest grades of Alpaca fleece." And the New Zealand Sleepy Sheep Bedsock mentions the fleece-y coats of sheep. See, polar fleece was designed to mimic the insulating properties of natural fleece (the wooly coat of sheep and other fiber animals), which it does—right down to retaining its insulating (read: warm-making) powers when wet.
Similar to Dupont's choice to not trademark the word "nylons", the inventor of polar fleece declined to patent it, an action that encouraged the proliferation and acceptance of this new fabric. I'm sure the totally snuggly aspects of polar fleece helped too.
I mean, just look at how snuggly the Jellybean Fleece Slipper Socks are!
Lately, we've been seeing more and more "fleece" styles pop up. Most are polar fleece (or have the same qualities), but some aren't quite. One of the definitive aspects of fleece (animal, polar or colloquial), is a woolly nap or pile. And both those words are just fancy fabric terms for a raised surface. Corduroy, velvet terry, all those touchable textures involve a distinctive fuzzy finish. Which, all of our "fleece" styles have.
Now, if that fuzzy finish is actually fleece-y or something else is another thing. Like a lot of accessory and clothing descriptors, like "crochet", "fleece" can be used a little willy-nilly but is internally consistent in definition. So let's look at what we mean when we say "fleece."
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Since 2001, SOA Architectes have been practising and asserting diversity by drawing upon Pierre Sartoux and Augustin Rosenstiehl's distinctive backgrounds in architecture, design, ethnology, urbanism and conceptual art. This collaborative approach marks each engagement by incorporating a rigorous theoretical, aesthetic and sociological assessment, itself the result of the analysis of relevant geographical and social factors.
Beyond these initial considerations, the practice also seeks to assert an architecture of poetry, dreams, and joie de vivre.
The practice attempts through its work to reveal the qualities of the site in which it intervenes whilst developing the symbolic and narrative aspects of each brief. An environmental prospective is also formulated with proposals combining both advanced technologies and time-honoured savoir-faire.
Our production is defined by three guiding intentions: • to develop a strong theoretical approach based on an architectural and sociological analysis; • to further an architectural and urban aesthetic which is both innovative and respectful of context; • to proceed with a fair and environmental approach from inception.
Recently winners of several competitions, the practice demonstrates this contextually sensitive approach, specific to site and brief.
Augustin Rosenstiehl and Pierre Sartoux are EUROPE 40 UNDER 40 2011 Award winners (Europe's emerging young architects and designers) and visiting professors at Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture Paris-Malaquais.


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I woke up with a lot of anxiety this morning. I was nervous, anxious, excited and believe it or not, scared of my return to the runway in my hometown, strutting exclusively for designer and Farley Chatto. Although I've had the privilege to walk in other shows around the world, Toronto Fashion Week is always near and dear to my heart.
I hate that now, part of the job of a fashion editor somehow means that you have to dress as if you're a model on the runway. This Toronto Fashion Week, I decided to rebel. This time I wasn't going to panic and buy new clothes. This is what I wore: flat riding boots, black leggings, an oversize "Battlestar Galactica" T-shirt I got from Toronto ComicCon, a Roots "Heart Canada" sweater.
I attended the Pink Tartan, Joe Fresh and Mackage shows, all of which were fantastic. I especially enjoyed the cool new generation of fashionistas rocking they're avant-garde style. The tent was buzzing with fearlessness! Being a fearless risk-taker sets you apart from everyone else. It establishes originality, uniqueness and makes fashion FUN.
Toronto's fashion week is growing. It's time for the boys to recognize their sartorial potential. World MasterCard Fashion Week marked its 29th official season last week. The biggest takeaway after Toronto's five-day celebration of fashion wrapped up on Friday night? Canada has a very strong, but often forgotten menswear presence.
Now with a rush of inspiration, fearlessness and fashionable adventurism, I decided to do one last change. I opted for my vintage 'Faster by Mark Fast' cat suit (like I said, it's all about having fun with fashion!). Then, I threw on my custom-design fur cape and Nando Muzi heart stilettos -- I was now ready for the Mercedes Benz Start Up competition.


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A superior Drakensberg Mountain Resort Hotel deep in the Drakensberg mountains of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Whether you are with us on holiday, conference, or to enjoy an unforgettable honeymoon after your romantic wedding in our chapel, our service and hospitality assure you a comfortable and memorable stay. Surrounded by some of the world's most stunning scenery, this KwaZulu-Natal hotel resort accommodation also enjoys the privilege of an abundance of birdlife, plants and rock art. These natural treasures, together with Cathedral Peak Hotel's many sport and recreational facilities, lure holiday-makers to this award-winning hotel time and time again. Just 250km from Durban and 400km from Johannesburg, the famous Cathedral Peak Hotel is easily accessible to its many visitors from all over South Africa and abroad. AccommodationCathedral Peak Hotel offers a wide variety of accommodation. The comfortable en-suite standard rooms and standard thatched rooms are ideally situated in the beautiful hotel gardens and can accommodate between 2 & 4 guests. Very spacious deluxe suites have a private verandah and garden and the Inter-leading family deluxe rooms are able to accommodate up to 4 guests in either twin or double beds. All hotel rooms provide tea/coffee making facilities, heaters, telephones, televisions and en-suite bathrooms with both bath and shower. The well-appointed executive/honeymoon rooms are set in secluded gardens. Each suite has been individually decorated to enhance its appeal and create a luxurious, intimate ambience. These suites all boast a large four poster bed, television, telephone, mini bar fridge, electric fireplace, underfloor heating, spa bath, and private verandah with breathtaking mountain views. The Mponjwane Presidential Suite boasts a fireplace, spa bath, steam bath, under floor heating, two televisions with full DSTV, air-conditioning, electric curtains opening onto a private verandah with spectacular mountain views. The suite is decorated in warm textured hues with high quality finishes and sophisticated lighting. The natural surroundings are introduced into the décor and the guests will have the use of a private golf cart for the duration of their stay. Facilities and RecreationThere is an abundance of activities at Cathedral Peak Hotel to suit both young and old. The hotel offers a variety of outdoor activities including free daily guided hikes (incl. walks to Bushman paintings and specialist birding hikes with a qualified guide) horse-rides, Mountain bike trails (own bikes required), jogging route, tennis, squash, bowls, outdoor chess, beach volleyball, quad bikes, badminton, floodlit mini-adventure golf, 10m climbing tower, heated & cold swimming pool and fly fishing. In addition, the immaculate 9-hole golf course situated on the hotel property offers alternate tees for an 18-hole game. The club house boasts rest rooms, a lounge area, pub (Philip's Pholy) and a terrace with spectacular mountain views - the perfect 19th hole. The length of the course is 5542m and the course is graded a par 70. Cathedral Peak Hotel is also a welcome family retreat with a host of children's facilities including pony rides, a children's playground, jumping castle, heated paddling pool and trampoline. The Hotel's many indoor facilities include table tennis, a games room, fully equipped gym with steam bath and a beauty therapist where you are encouraged to relax and be pampered with one of the many treatments available from Peak Performance Vitality Centre. The hotel also offers a variety of hikes that cater far different fitness levels. Rates on request. Click here for more info. DiningThe elegant hotel dining room offers an extensive buffet of superb culinary creations at both breakfast and dinner. All meals are personally overseen by the hotel's team of top-class chefs. A separate children's dining room provides younger children with nutritious meals, toys and entertainment and the opportunity of meeting new friends (babysitters are available on request). After dinner, enjoy a game of pool, darts or sport on the big screen in the well-known Harry's Bar or relax in the comfort of Albert's Cocktail Bar with the ambience of a roaring log fire.
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5 Excellent SDHC class 6 with Silicone waterproof card holderatpippin | 20/08/2010 | See all atpippin's reviews (2)I was not disappointed and now using it in my new Panasonic ZX3 camera. The product is fine.Remove it from my camera and plug it into Panasonic 42" TV perfect Avchd Movie and Pictures. Silicone Holder is excellent Idea Well done Samsung keep it up.A note of warning however and that is to read the instruction booklet with your camera well BEFORE purchasing this item since it might not be compatible with your camera.


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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Antonia Darling and Mark Redmiles have been appointed Civil Enforcement Co-Coordinators for the U.S. Trustee Program, it was announced today by Lawrence Friedman, Director of the Executive Office for United States Trustees (EOUST).
"Tonie Darling and Mark Redmiles will lead the Program's Civil Enforcement Initiative, under which we have stepped up our use of existing civil enforcement tools to curb abuse of the bankruptcy laws, maintain the highest standards of professionalism in bankruptcy practice, and assure that the bankruptcy system operates as intended," Friedman stated. "We have taken great strides since we announced the Initiative last October. As Civil Enforcement Co-Coordinators, Tonie and Mark will keep that momentum going by providing more focus, coordination and direction in our national effort to identify, investigate, and seek civil remedies for bankruptcy fraud and abuse."
The priorities of the Civil Enforcement Initiative are:
Darling will continue as the Assistant U.S. Trustee heading the Program's office in Sacramento, Calif., where she has served since 1990. She was an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Shreveport, La., from 1983 to 1990, and she served as senior trial counsel for Disciplinary Enforcement for the California State Bar in Los Angeles from 1977 to 1983. Darling received her J.D. in 1977 from Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco and her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1974 from Raymond College, University of the Pacific, in Stockton, Calif.
Redmiles joined the EOUST's Office of General Counsel as a Trial Attorney in February 2002, after spending more than 11 years in private practice in Denver specializing in bankruptcy law and litigation. Redmiles received his J.D. in 1990 from Duke University School of Law in Durham, N.C., and his Bachelor of Science degree in 1982 from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.
The EOUST is the Washington, D.C., headquarters of the U.S. Trustee Program, a component of the Justice Department that promotes integrity and efficiency in the bankruptcy system by overseeing case administration and litigating to enforce the bankruptcy laws. The EOUST supervises the operations of 21 regional U.S. Trustees and 95 field offices covering 88 federal judicial districts.
Jane Limprecht, Public Information Officer
Executive Office for U.S. Trustees
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Swirl named support on Ratt & Extreme tour.
Swirl to support RATT and Extreme on summer tour.
Los Angeles, CA, – As their explosive singles "Adrenaline", "Controlled Emotions" and "Sleepwalker " are already on over 80 Rock and Metal Internet stations, Swirl is hitting the road supporting RATT and Extreme on the East Meets West Tour 09.
"We are honored to be included on the East Meets West Tour 2009. It is no surprise to our existing fan base how much respect and admiration we have for both RATT and Extreme. In RATT we have true friends in the industry. Carlos Cavazo produced the first Swirl release; Bobby Blotzer and Stephen Pearcy have been particularly supportive throughout the years.
The incredible harmonies and lead vocals in Extreme's music have always been an influence on the Swirl writing process and something we strive to emulate whether it be on stage or in the studio. To be included on this tour as direct support for Extreme is both humbling and very exciting!".
The "Timeline" Cd will be available during the tour prior to the records fall release. Singles "Andrenaline" and "Sleepwalker" are curently on iTunes. Fred Coury (Cinderella), Matt Thorr (Rough Cutt) and Carlos Cavazo (RATT) have producer credits on the album.
Swirl is guitarist Duane "DT" Jones, drummer Brian " Bam Bam" Jones, lead vocalist Al Ramirez and bassist Shane Carlson.
A complete list of RATT, Extreme and Swirl dates is below.
12-July Amarillo, TX Midnight Rodeo
13-July San Antonio, TX Scoutbar
14-July Odessa, TX Dos Amigos
16-July Tempe, AZ Marquee Theatre
17-July Los Angeles, CA Wiltern Theatre
18-July Las Vegas, NV Hard Rock Hotel Outdoor Pool
19-July Anaheim, CA House of Blues
22-July Denver, Colorado Ogden Theatre
23-July Kansas City, MO Crossroads KC
24- July Chicago, IL House of Blues
26-July Cheswick, PA Ches-A-Rena
28-July New York, NY Nokia Theatre
30-July Westbury, NY The Capital One Bank Theatre
1-August Cleveland, OH House of Blues*
2-August Allentown, PA Crocodile Rock
6-August Sayreville, New Jersey Starland Ballroom
7- August Hampton Beach, NH Hampton Beach Casino
*RATT & Swirl Only
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