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There are several colors which are traditionally associated with Christmas. The first two colors many of us think of are red and green.
I began to question do these colors have any special meaning and what do they represent? Are there any other colors associated with Christmas?
Most of the colors and their meanings come from the western/northern European traditions and customs, when Christmas is in the middle of it's dark and cold time of year.
Evergreen plants, like Holly, Ivy and Mistletoe have been used for thousands of years to decorate and brighten up buildings during the long dark winter. They also reminded people that spring would come and that winter wouldn't last forever!
The Romans would exchange evergreen branches during January as a sign of good luck. The ancient Egyptians used to bring palm branches into their houses during the mid winter festivals. In many parts of Europe during the middle ages, Paradise plays were performed, often on Christmas Eve. They told Bible stories to people who couldn't read. The 'Paradise Tree' in the garden of Eden in the play was normally a pine tree with red apples tied to it. Now the most common use of green at Christmas are Christmas Trees.
As mentioned above, an early use of red at Christmas were the apples on the paradise tree. They represented the fall of Adam in the plays. Red is also the color of Holly berries, which is said to represent the blood of Jesus when he died on the cross. Red is also the color of Bishops robes. These would have been worn by St. Nicholas and then also became Santa's uniform!
Gold is the color of the Sun and light – both very important in the dark winter. And both red and gold are the colors of fire that you need to keep you warm. Gold was also one of the presents brought to the baby Jesus by one of the wise men and traditionally it's the color used to show the star that the wise men followed.
White is often associated with purity and peace in western cultures. The snow of winter is also very white! White paper wafers were also sometimes used to decorate paradise trees. The wafers represented the bread eaten during Christian Communion or Mass, when Christians remember that Jesus died for them. White is used by most churches as the color of Christmas, when the altar is covered with a white cloth (in the Russian Orthodox Church Gold is used for Christmas).
The color blue is often associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus. In medieval times blue dye and paint was more expensive than gold! So it would only be worn by Royal families and very rich people. Mary was often painted wearing blue to show she was very important. Blue can also represent the color of the sky and heaven.
During Advent, purple and sometimes blue is used in most churches for the color of the altar cloth (in the Russian Orthodox Church red is used for advent). Purple or violet is considered the main color of Advent as it symbolizes fasting and repentance. Since purple is the color of royalty, it even demonstrates the sovereignty of Jesus Christ, and the reception and anticipation of the coming King celebrated during Advent. The first candle of the Advent Wreath, the candle of hope or the prophecy candle is purple. Even the candle of preparation or the Bethlehem candle is purple in color. Additionally, the candle of love or angel candle, which is the fourth advent candle also happens to be purple.
Resources: https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/colors-of-christmas.shtml


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What Is First Friday?
It's the beginning of a new month, which means it's time for another First Friday! But what exactly IS First Friday? If you've ever wondered what this craze is, then this is the blog post for you!
First Friday refers to the First Friday of the Month. No matter what date it is, if it's the first Friday for that month, it's First Friday! And for us, First Friday is a big deal because that's when we release our new collections! Yes, you heard it right, we have a monthly release!
Prior to First Friday, we'll show sneak peeks of the next release on our social media pages, so be sure to follow them for all the latest updates. Then, on Thursdays, we host "First Friday Lives", a livestream hosted by Dana and Melanie Harvey on both Instagram and Facebook showing the full collection! First Friday Lives are the best way to see the collection before the release the next day. Plus, you get to hear insider information on how the bags were conceptualized and then created from Dana and Melanie themselves! They happen every Thursday prior to a First Friday at 5pm, so be sure to tune in!
When it's finally First Friday our collection is released to the public online at 8:00 AM, and at our physical store in Santa Ana at 11:00 AM! All hands are on deck to immediately help ship out everyone's new bag so people can get them ASAP.
Hopefully this has answered all your First Friday questions, but here's a cheat sheet for having a fantastic First Friday:
- Get excited! First Fridays are every first Friday of the month, and are when we release a new collection!
- Check our social media pages (Facebook and Instagram) to get sneak peeks prior to the collection launching.
- Tune in to First Friday Lives on Thursdays prior to First Friday at 5:00 PM on Facebook and Instagram to see the collection in full, presented by Dana and Melanie Harvey
- Have a happy First Friday! The online release is at 8:00 AM and the in-store release is at 11:00 AM, every First Friday!
- A few weeks after the release, ask "Is it First Friday yet…?"
- Repeat!

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- Some of the rarest and most exotic cars in the world have come across the auction block in recent years. A handful of those have sold for tens of millions of dollars.
- In August, two of the world's most prestigious auction houses made a combined $275 million in sales at Monterey Car Week in California.
- A 1935 Duesenberg SSJ fetched $22 million last month, becoming the most expensive American car ever sold at an auction.
- The overall record was set that same week when RM Sotheby's sold a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO for $48.4 million.
Vintage car auctions are where the world's wealthy gain access to the exotics of their dreams. Some of these prize vehicles can easily fetch tens of millions of dollars on the auction block.
In August, two of the world's most prestigious auction houses sold a combined $275 million in automotive exotica during Monterey Car Week in California.
Gooding & Company, the official auction house of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, presented a particularly impressive fleet of automobiles this year. Over a two-day period, the auction house sold $117 million worth of classics, including a 1935 Duesenberg SSJ once owned by Hollywood legend Gary Cooper that sold for $22 million. It was the most expensive American car ever sold at an auction.
Nearby in Monterey, RM Sotheby's racked up $158 million in sales in its two-day auction period. This total was helped along considerably by a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO that fetched $48.4 million; making it the most expensive car ever auctioned.
Regardless of who handles the auction, the cars sold at these events are gorgeous, rare, and expensive. Of the 20 most expensive cars ever sold at auction, European exotics, particularly Ferrari, dominate the top of the list. In fact, 14 of the top 20 carry Ferrari's prancing stallion.
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Sunnie is a talented certified makeup artist that began her career at the Bennett Career Institute. She's a ray of Sunshine [pun totally intended!] that dreams of owning her own skin care line. She loves all things makeup but in her own words, "I love seeing the end result, when my client looks in the mirror and loves the enhancement I produced. That feeling is irreplaceable!" She's in love with Morphe cosmetics and like any good Marylander she's a crab addict. Sunnie is a complete joy to work with and I promise you'll love her work!


text: I just finished a project assessment at the request of a client who said her top project was the implementation of a new system. The project was approximately 18 weeks behind schedule when I was asked to conduct the assessment. Although there were about five major problems with the project's health such as lack of executive sponsorship and poor allocation of resources, the most critical issue that needed to be addressed was project control. This project was what I would classify as a 'Runaway" project. Scope and budget were not managed at all. In fact there was no pre-defined budget to monitor against, nor was there a scope document that stated what was included in scope and what was not included in scope. Most project participants kept adding additional functions and features to the project with little or no regard to budget or organizational need. No analysis was done to determine if the cost to implement the change was beneficial to the company or not. There was a requirements document in place, however it was never 'dusted off' and used as a baseline tool for guidance. If it had been used as a control document the project manager would have easily seen that most of the requests were additions to the baseline requirements indicating some red flags. My suggestion to my client who happened to be the executive sponsor was to define scope to build boundaries around the project, establish a budget, obtain visibility into the status of the project on a more frequent basis and implement a change control process. Pretty basic and straight forward stuff from my perspective. So why am I writing about this event? I'm writing this blog because I didn't get her attention until I relayed the following story inserting her as the main character so she could draw a parallel to the way she launched her 'top' project. I began the story by stating that she was looking to buy a new car. I told her that she went to the car dealership and ordered a car that was going to cost her $20,000 and that she put down $2000. Two days after she left the dealership her husband contacted the car dealer and asked to have leather seats and a sun roof installed. I said that three days later her daughter contacted the dealership and requested that a 10-disc CD player and DVD player be added to the car. About one week later her son called and requested pin striping and alloy wheels be included as well as the $20 a month 'ON-Star' communication system. I then said to her that the car dealer called and told her she could pick up her car on a certain day and the remaining balance was $28,000. She told me that would never happen because the car dealer would have called her as soon as her husband called requesting the leather seats and sun roof. And as the words came out of her mouth the light bulb went off and she realized that throughout the project she should have implemented a change control process. It seems that we know the controls to put in place when it comes to our personal issues, but so many people do not apply those same principles at work and that's why projects get out of control!!


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California voted in November 2016 for recreational marijuana legalization. They were the first in the United States to legalize medical marijuana and now to have legalized recreational use. Under current medical marijuana laws as of this writing (2017), the rules for California cultivation are interesting. These laws allow 6 mature plants and 12 immature plants, with some counties being more lenient. So, marijuana grow equipment choices would be impacted by the new legal recreational law slightly differently. These specific new rules would allow for growing 6 plants without the need for a license. That's significant for indoor growing system choices. The proposed law goes beyond just that indoor marijuana growing system detail but what an important detail it is.
Light movers are perfect for these numbers and should be part of any marijuana grow equipment setup
So with these numbers, how do we plan out indoor marijuana growing systems as part of our grow equipment? What marijuana grow equipment do we use? And, the grow light systems for marijuana should be configured how? LightRail light movers are perfect for these numbers. And, they should be part of any marijuana grow kit as we plan out our 6 plants. Also, LightRail light mover grow light systems are scalable and can go as big as we like. That's to fill the largest grow warehouse, but they are also ideal for this 6 plant scenario with an indoor plant light.
Here are a few examples of grow light system configurations. LightRail 4.20 AdjustaDrive Kit moves two indoor grow lights all with one Motor along 13 feet of Rail. Do you see where we're going with this? Six mature indoor plants would be perfect for this indoor grow light system. And for indoor grow setup of 6 plants that are smaller and not yet mature? Or even six mature plants grown hydroponically and efficiently in a smaller grow equipment space that bloom earlier? Which marijuana grow kit works for that indoor growing system? In that instance, we can use a LightRail 3.5 IntelliDrive Kit or a LightRail 4.0 AdjustaDrive Kit. Or, we can use just half of our LightRail 4.20 AdjustaDrive Kit with one indoor grow light moving along the 6'6″ (2-meter) light mover rail.
There is serious grow equipment flexibility there for our grow light systems
In other words, LightRail 4.20 can be used for either size of plants, growth or bloom. And, it can expand out to cover any plants in flower or a combination of the two if we need that extra space. So, there is serious grow equipment flexibility there for our grow light systems. And for more of a side to side configuration for your marijuana grow equipment, we can run two LightRail 3.5 Kits parallel to each other. Or, we can run two LightRail 4.0 Kits parallel to each other. That gives us a length of 6'6" (2 meters) and a width of maybe 8', depending on the coverage of our grow light systems. So, marijuana growing equipment with LightRail light movers in conjunction with 6 plants is a logical match. And, this combination makes for a complete marijuana grow kit for our indoor grow lighting.
Grow light systems absolutely need to move
Marijuana grow equipment is easy to plan out when we think of your indoor grow lights as indoor grow kits. In other words, the grow lighting should be complete with LightRail light movers. Grow light systems absolutely need to move. The best indoor marijuana growing systems become supercharged when they do move on a light mover rail. A light mover lets us grow better as it allows the correct intensity of indoor grow light to reach all the leaves of our 6 plant configuration. And, that's the most important ingredient to increased yield with any marijuana grow kit.
LightRail light movers will move any indoor grow light
As much as fifty percent of stationary light is wasted so for our indoor marijuana growing system, simply adding more stationary indoor grow lights isn't going to get us the yield we want. It simply won't help our grow light systems get a better indoor grow light to our plants. A light mover rail, however, will get us there and it's the indoor growing system change grow light setups need. For our marijuana growing equipment, LightRail light movers will move any indoor grow light. And, all indoor grow lights should move. Light=Yield and moving our indoor plant light as part of our marijuana grow equipment is the only way to get maximum yield out of our grow light system for marijuana.


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Jennifer Norris Bermejo – Founder / Editor / Dreamer
Jennifer Norris Bermejo is a boomerang resident of Fort Wayne. She was born and raised in the Mid-west before moving to New York to establish her career in the apparel industry. Her passion for work and travel led her all over the world and ultimately back home! Since moving back, she has immersed herself in all that is Great about Fort Wayne. She loves spending time with her two boys, exploring the city she grew up in and watching it bloom.
Annie Syrowski – Co-founder / Marketing Director / Seeker
Annie Syrowski is a marketing professional and copywriter living in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Annie is a natural-born observer. She loves to study and learn about what makes people tick and write content that informs and moves. Over the last three years, she's planned more than 20 adult faith-building events for her former parish in Chicago and loves getting involved in her community. Most Friday nights you can find Annie and her fiancé, Jon, having a beer at Ted's.
Sarah Dustman : Co-founder / Content Coordinator / Maker
Sarah Dustman is the Content Coordinator for The Greater Good. She graduated from IPFW in May 2016 with a bachelor's degree in English. You can read some of her other work on sites like Macaroni Kid Fort Wayne and Visit Fort Wayne's Insider Blog. When Sarah isn't writing for The Greater Good, she's probably reading or writing or thinking about reading and writing.
Are you interested in volunteering your time, talents or passion to join the team? We're always looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about giving back to our community.
We'd love to hear from you!


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It seems like everyone I know has a child going to college this year. I guess it's just the age I am right now ... after all, Hannah would be starting her third year of college, and Bethany will be going next year. So I suppose it makes sense that so many of my friends have been saying good-bye to their children over the last couple of weeks.
You know, I really ought to take a hiatus from Facebook during the month of August. I must confess, I have a really hard time reading all the posts from moms whose kids are heading to college. For many of them, it's almost as if their child has died.
Last year about this time I read a Facebook conversation between two moms that really bothered me. I mean it really bothered me. I literally lost sleep over it, which was silly, but then it doesn't take much to interrupt my sleep. I wanted to write about it at the time, but was honestly too bothered by it to even write a blog post about it. I always try to include something positive when I write, and I just couldn't figure out how to put a positive twist on this. But a year has gone by, and maybe ... just maybe ... I can do it now.
So here's the basic conversation. This is between Mom #1 (whose youngest son just went to college) and Mom #2 (whose daughter just got married). Imagine reading this through the eyes of a parent who has lost a child.
Status posted by Mom #1: "This is way harder than I ever thought."
Mom #2: "Not sure what you're talking about, but if it's about your kid being gone, I TOTALLY AGREE! I'm fighting every day not to be curled up on the floor in the corner."
Mom #1: "I hate coming home because the house is so empty and quiet. It's the stupid stuff that gets me...like his car not being in the driveway, or his clothes not being in the laundry. It's killing me!"
Mom #2: "I know what you mean. I cried like a baby today over shampoo. I was thinking I needed shampoo and I wondered if 'Susie' did and then I realized I wasn't going to be buying her shampoo anymore. Something like that happens almost every day! I never realized how final everything would seem once she got married."
Mom #1: "I did that over a Pizza Roll coupon. Realized I didn't need it because no one here eats Pizza Rolls anymore. Cried like a baby. I am trying, but it just sneaks up on you and then you are done."
Mom #2: "Yep, me too. Everyone keeps telling me to find something else to do, but it's just not that easy."
Son of Mom #1: "Mom, I would love it if you would buy me Pizza Rolls."
I am not making this stuff up. I know it might seem like it, but I'm not. I did change the names to protect the innocent, but this is the conversation nearly verbatim.
You know what bugs me about this conversation? If Mom #1 is really missing her son, she can text him, call him, or even Skype with him, which is the next best thing to talking face to face. She can hop in her car and go visit him for the weekend (he was only a couple hours away from home). She can clip that Pizza Roll coupon, go buy the Pizza Rolls, put them in the freezer, heat them up in the microwave, and serve them to him when he comes home in a few weeks. He clearly is looking forward to coming home and eating some!
If Mom #2 is really missing her daughter, she can give her a call and arrange to meet her for lunch and a pedicure. They can plan a shopping day together, and maybe even cook Christmas dinner together. And, you know, I'm sure her daughter wouldn't mind if she picked up a couple bottles of that shampoo and dropped them by her house sometime. Someday, this daughter might even give Mom #2 a beloved grandchild!
These Moms don't see how blessed they are!
A mom who has lost her child can do none of those things. When we said good-bye to our children, it wasn't with the knowledge that we'd be seeing them again in a couple of weeks. We knew there would be no more laundry to do, no more favorite foods to buy, no more shampoo to purchase. Their car is no longer in the driveway, and their bedroom is quiet and empty. No texts, no phone calls, no Skyping, no Christmas dinners, no grandchildren.
So where am I going with all this? I guess I'm just making the point that we bereaved parents are different than other parents. We think differently and our perspective on life is different. This is never more apparent to me than during "back to school" season. Why do parents spend so much time and energy bemoaning the fact that their children are growing up?
I'm still having a hard time trying to put a positive twist on this post. I guess you can tell that this is something I really struggle with. In fact, I ran across a quote from Sheila Walsh the other day that I think can be applied to me in this case ... "One of the hardest things for Christian women is to tell the truth about ourselves; we seem to feel obliged to appear triumphant." Ouch! She totally pegged me with that one.
Last year, when I angrily read this Facebook conversation to Brad, and told him all the snarky comments I was thinking about adding, he reminded me that these Moms just didn't (and couldn't) understand. To them, their children leaving home (even if it was only for a short time) was the worst thing that had ever happened to them. It was my responsibility to extend grace to them, and (gasp!) even pray for them.
I'm working on it. I really am. I've tried to be more understanding during this "back to school" season. And with God's help, I'm doing better. After all, next year it will be me sending my girl off to college! And right now, I'm thinking I'm going to be very grateful for cell phones and Skype!! :)
Oh...I almost forgot! Here's the obligatory first day of school picture from this morning. I love this girl!
Monday, August 20, 2012
Monday Mourning -- Back-to-School Season
Written by The Sullivan Four at 10:41 PM
Labels: Monday Mourning
3 comments:
- Kerry said...
That's right, Jill...thanks for sharing this. We shouldn't be quiet about being HAPPY about our girls getting to experience everything God has for them...
- August 21, 2012 at 9:15 AM
- Unknown said...
Thanks for sharing. Everything you've said in this blog entry makes perfect sense.Sometimes we need to see things from a different perspective or in this case, from a better perspective.
- August 21, 2012 at 10:44 AM
- Melanie said...
I get this. I am so very unsympathetic concerning the "empty nest" syndrome.
I have to keep telling myself to ignore it and extend grace.
- August 25, 2012 at 10:15 PM
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From Runway to Room: Fruit Patterns
Images: (Top Left) ikblog, (Top Right) Make My Lemonade, (Bottom Left) Hannah Rampley, (Bottom Right) Pinterest
One of my favorite trends this past season has been fruit patterns in both clothing and home design. The bright and cheery colors are the perfect reflection of the spring and summer, but don't think that this means that it will go away come fall. Nope! It's here to stay. Through subtle color gradation changes, the trend will easily transition into fall; you can find them applied to a variety of surfaces, such as pillows, children's clothing, and shoes. Let's take a look at some of the best fruit applied products out there.
Fruit patterns for the home:
Images: (1) The House That Lars Built, (2) Minted, (3) Print & Patterm, (4) Society6
- Fruit welcome mats. This is actually a DIY project that I did for my blog. I took a circular Ikea mat, cut it in two, and then sprayed the pieces to look like a lemon and watermelon. It's such a fun statement to welcome people into your home.
- Pear print. This cute pear adds a bright and cheery dash of chartreuse to your walls.
- Seeded fruit print. French designer Caroline Bourles created this lovely print for an exhibition in Paris two years ago that is right in style right now.
- Blackberry throw pillow. This blackberry printed pillow would work in a variety of seasons because the more muted tones can work with other colors and patterns.
- Fruit summer dress. This fun and flirty dress from ASOS is a fresh take on the fruit trend.
- Fruit cocktail dress. Samantha Pleet's fruit peplum dress can transition to fall because of it's more red color scheme.
- Fruits by big designers. Even the big designers have taken the trend on and applied it to dresses, shirts, and pants.
Fruit patterns in Fashion:
Images: (5) ASOS, (6) Revolve Clothing, (7) Lily Lovelock
SO! Are you taking fruits with you into fall? What's your favorite print here?


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I'm going to make a very bold statement . . . Are you ready for it?
I hope it doesn't sound Cocky. Ok, here goes . . .
Over the last 4 years of blogging (wow, it has been 4 years), I've come to understand blogging so well that I'm confident that if I start a blog, it WILL be successful!
Seriously. When I started my biology blog, I KNEW FOR A FACT that there was no way for it to fail.
Because I had done my research, I had my unique angle, and I understand what it takes to make a blog a success.
That being said, when someone asks me about blogging, one of the things I say is that there is no guarantee of success. How does that make sense?
Simple – Based on what I've seen over the last 4 years in trying to help others start successful blogs, I realize that for every 100 people that come to me for help, only a handful of them EVER take ENOUGH ACTION to make it happen.
One of the things I've been trying to think through is how to motivate people (even more) to take the right kind of action, because I know what it can do for them.
Then I met a special someone (no, it's not what you think. Just keep reading and stop jumping to conclusions. Jeez 😉 )
My New Project
Allow me to introduce you to Cassandre Beccai. However, let me give you a little bit of the backstory . . .
I'd been browsing around Facebook and I found out that a friend of mine had a website where she sold natural hair products that she created herself.
I decided to do a little investigating, and what I saw completely amazed me.
She had a significant local following (in my small little town), people were passionate about what she was doing. Part of the reason why they were so excited was because her hair was amazing, and it was the result of the products she made herself.
Then . . . I checked out her website even further and saw that although she had no "official Blog Training", she was doing a lot of the things I was teaching people to do, and she was doing it NATURALLY (get it? If you didn't get the cheesy joke, read this section over again).
- She had an eBook and was giving it away for free in exchange for people opting in to her list.
- She was writing content regularly and posting it to her website
- She was active in online communities where people were passionate about her niche (Natural Hair)
- She was letting her personality shine through what she was doing, without even thinking about it.
- SHE WAS WORKING HARD! Let me say that again. SHE WAS WORKING HARD!
This just completely blew me away, so much so that I decided to help her out.
So, we had a meeting in the library at the school where I worked, and I was amazed at her enthusiasm and how she had done all those things simply because she saw other successful people doing them, and figured that if she followed successful people, she would be successful.
It's like something I like to say – "If you follow success, success will follow you". Wow, that sounded pretty good. You can quote me on that one 😉
But there was some problems:
- She was on some weird website builder platform that was terrible for site functionality and SEO.
- Although she was doing a lot of work, there were MANY things that could be done better to accelerate her success.
Eventually, I decided that I had to take her on as a Serious student. I've tried to stay away from any intense one-on-one mentoring like this in the past, but this time it seemed like a very worthwhile project.
Because her vision was about more than just natural hair. It was about being the best you that God created you to be. When I heard that, I couldn't hold back my enthusiasm.
The Agreement
After discussing it for a while, we came up with an agreement:
- I'm going to mentor her very closely. We would meet every two weeks to see where she is and discuss the next steps.
- She would have access to my offline resources (video studio, equipment, etc). This was relatively easy because she lives here.
- She would have access to my online resources (my assistant for transcription, project management system, and courses).
- She would be the one doing all the content generation at a minimum of 3 videos weekly (Youtube is the platform of choice)
- She would be the one actively working on building the online community.
- Of course, there's a financial part to the arrangement, but those details aren't important 😉
So the overall idea was simple – she takes care of all the important stuff and I make sure the technology doesn't get in her way, in addition to helping her with strategic planning. This won't add TOO MUCH to my plate because I have systems in place to deal with a lot of the stuff already.
Oh, there's one more thing. I had to make it beneficial to YOU.
I would use this project as an ongoing case study for you, so that you can see the things we do from DAY 1 to build an awesome blog, and online business in another niche that has NOTHING to do online.
A lot of people start multiple projects online with the hopes that one becomes successful. If one does become successful, they share it with their audience and say – Hey, look at what I can do.
There's absolutely nothing wrong with doing that, but I want you to be there from the very beginning.
The Action Taking
Last week, we got together in my home studio and recorded 6 VIDEOS within the span of 3 HOURS. Yes, that's enough content for 2 WEEKS done in 3 hours. It's all about batch processing.
What amazed me was that we were able to do ALL the videos with NO double takes. I've never seen anything like that. She's a natural!
Then, we set up her blog on WordPress (of course), installed the Delicious Magazine Theme from Woothemes, and I must say – I think it looks pretty Awesome.
Yesterday, we took time to set it up, make it look "cute" (her word), and added some of the content that she wrote in the past to fill out the blog a little bit.
For photos, we're using Canstockphoto (as I have a subscription there).
The plan for launch day was simple:
- Post the video to the blog at 8am (transcript included – for SEO of course).
- Share it on the Social networks.
- She was to contact other people in her niche and let them know about it.
- Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride
You see, I knew (from doing some preliminary research) that this is a hot topic for many women all around the world and that based on her experience, she could help so many people accomplish their goals, and I was excited about being able to help her do that, and build a massive business.
Our Goal
Yes, we're setting goals, and this one is going to be quite a lofty one – 1000 Daily views. Why 1000? Because I like the sound of it. It poses a challenge, and it gives us something concrete to work towards.
Will we meet our goal? I think so, but if we don't, we'll definitely share it with you.
There are also some other goals that we're setting, but those will unfold as time goes on. The main goal right now has to do with building an audience, because once you have an audience, and a solid plan (which we do), you can make money.
The Traffic Generation Strategy
I love keeping things simple, so our traffic generation strategy reflects that. Here it is:
- Post videos regularly to Youtube. Make sure they are optimized for driving traffic back to her blog.
- Networking with others in her niche. This can be other bloggers, communities, etc.
- Sharing content on Facebook
What YOU can expect
As I mentioned, one of the requirements for this project was for me to be able to share it with you, and for you to see a successful blog in the making.
Why? So that you can apply the same principles to your blog and be successful. Not only that, I want you to be inspired to see how well a blog can do in another niche not related to online business.
So, stay tuned as we chart the successes, failures, and cool experiences. I will probably get her on a podcast to share how things are going.
In the mean time, go ahead and check out Cassandre Beccai. When you do, let her know that you found out about it from Leslie at Become A Blogger.
Question for today: What are some cool things you've done to help launch your blog?


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In Cergy, GA Smart Building is performing the dual task of constructing and promoting offices and a student residence. Carried out in close collaboration with the Communauté d'Agglomération de Cergy-Pontoise (CACP) [Cergy-Pontoise Urban Area Community] and Cergy-Pontoise Aménagement [Cergy-Pontoise Development], the Gymnote complex is composed of two separate buildings on either side of the RER line A, on which overground parking will be built.
On one side, the Gymnote I office building, which has 6,000 m² of space on 9 floors, to be used by Ramsay Générale de Santé for its national back office. It benefits from services such as a gym and innovative catering, and will be handed over in December 2019.
On the other side, the top-of-the-range Gymnote II student residence which has, over 4,650 m², 191 beds in 162 housing units, of which 9 are shared, ranging from 2 to 5 bedrooms. Its planned handover date is the end of June 2020.
The property complex, designed by the Reichen & Robert agency, has a strong architectural signature.
In addition, it benefits from excellent visibility, right at the entrance to Cergy-Pontoise via the exit of the A15 motorway and is very close to the Cergy-Préfecture RER station, the university and the Cergy business and engineering schools.
The range of GA Smart Building integrated equipment
To respond to the demand for the construction of the Gymnote I office building, GA Smart Building is using, in partnership with the Reichen & Robert architectural agency, all of its equipment: breathable double-skin façade integrating the processing of air, triple glazing and motorised blinds. Controlled by GAPÉO®, its Centralised Technical Management System equipped with Artificial Intelligence, the building optimises energy performance while improving user comfort. The building's design was modelled using FullBIM, the 3D digital model from GA Smart Building, which enables real-time monitoring of all progress on the site. This tool has impressed in particular by its effectiveness in technical building management and utilities consumption control.
A project subject to tight constraints
An exceptional fact, the two buildings are built on a large slab which straddles railway tracks. SNCF has set certain conditions for the execution of the project: the excavation area cannot encroach on the SNCF tunnel by more than 3 meters and technical provisions will need to be taken throughout the project to avoid vibrations that could disrupt the proper running of the rail network.
The rail tracks also impose vibratory constraints which are taken into account in the design of the offices and housing and are managed thanks to special construction processes.
The well-being of the user at the heart of concerns
In terms of the student residence, the façade's glazing provides a considerable amount of natural light. The windows of the rooms are therefore glazed from floor to ceiling and from one wall to the next, and structured in the façade by concrete frames. For the comfort of the students, the roof of Gymnote II is laid out as a rooftop and the building has more than 175 m² of common spaces.
Opposite, the Gymnote I office building, displays balconies accessible to all typical floors and has more than 100 m² of terrace on the top floor with a bar and areas for relaxation, games and coworking. There is also a company restaurant and a gym on the ground floor.
Proof of the importance given to well-being, Gymnote is one of the pilot buildings for the new OsmoZ label, issued by Certivéa, which certifies the most user-oriented developments. The office project will also be the subject of HQE Sustainable Building Certification, at "High Performance" level, also issued by Certivéa.
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The Best Ways to Enjoy Your Summer Holiday
On top of the culinary diversities that are normally on hungry Harriet's blog there is also a travel section that has been added so that more exploration and adventures can be experienced. Having the travel section does not mean that there will be less cuisine when it comes to hungry Harriet but it is just a way to be able to get to know more about the summer jollies or how you can jet-set abroad this summer. This is simply an additional dimension when it comes to having a good time during your summer holiday. In this blog we can't help it but come up with the best ways for you to be able to enjoy your summer holidays and a few tips on how to come up with the best food for your holiday just by a click. First and foremost, the initial tip that you should be ready to do is to be a little bit fancier and enjoy a Michelin-starred restaurant experience. This is the time where you know that when it comes to summer holidays we definitely have to spend a little bit extra and paying 45 pounds for a mojito feels normal. That is the right kind of attitude when it comes to the summer holiday and this is the time you should make sure that you maximize in your gastronomic experience and be able to make memories out of it as you learn.
Definitely after going for the Michelin dining, you will find that you feel like the dollar has eaten up into your pocket and here is when you need to get to do a good barbecue where you are able to spend valuable time with your loved ones. It is always a great experience to be able to have outdoor activities such as bbq during summer holidays because you get to spend quality time with family and friends. This will definitely give you an opportunity to save a substantial amount when it comes to spending on food and therefore you can get some money to do other activities during the holiday.
During such holidays is also the best time to be able to visit the specific countries offering the different cuisines that you normally enjoy back at home. Getting to understand more about the particular cuisine that you normally enjoy is also a greater experience and this is the best time to be able to use for you to visit the different countries offering your favorite cuisine. We have been able to look at the best three tips that will ensure that you get to have a perfect cuisine and also enjoy your summer holiday and you can discover more when you view here for more.


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The Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is the most commonly used methodology for efficient IT service management. The UK Office of Government Commerce developed ITIL in the 1980s in response to the need for more efficient IT service, and this British agency hold ownership over ITIL and maintains its quality. Used by many large companies, including Microsoft for the development of its Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF), ITIL is not only widely utilized; its format and procedures are widely recognized as the best practice approach for IT service management. ITIL training is a path of skill acquisition with the overall goal of making a person highly proficient in the dynamics of IT Service Management, which includes organizing IT resources, documenting, and understanding all the duties and responsibilities of competent IT Service Management. ITIL certification is something best suited for information technology service providers, IT directors and managers within a company's information technology department.
ITIL training is an evolving discipline, just like the information sciences field that makes use of the skills it teaches. The earliest version, Government Information Technology Infrastructure Management (GITIM) was upgraded in 2000 with ITIL version 2 and then in 2007 a further upgrade, ITIL version 3, was introduced. ITIL v2 has several primary components and these are grouped under Service Support (Service Desk, Incident Management, Problem Management, Configuration Management, Change Management, Release Management), and Service Delivery (Service Level Management, Financial Management for IT Services, Capacity Management, IT Service Continuity Management, Availability Management). This version concentrates primarily on the means needed to improve both the efficiency and the effectiveness of a company's information technology operations.
ITIL v3 builds on ITIL v2 and is concerned with creating a business management environment for the IT function. The course content of ITIL v3 focuses on Service Strategy, Service Design, Service Transition, Service Operation, and Continual Service Improvement. The successful completion of the course of study with either version leads to certification for the individual. V2 has an ITIL Foundation certification, a Service Manager certificate for managers and consultants, and a Practitioner certificate given to those responsible for specific information technology processes. The Practitioner certificate can be awarded in a number of distinct areas from which a prospective learner can choose. ITIL v3 has four levels of certification: Foundation Level, Intermediate Level, Expert Certificate, and Master Qualification. ITEL v2 relies on a written examination or assignment for the Practitioner level and examination papers for the Service Manager. ITIL v3 relies on written examinations and a credit system to move a person towards final certification.
Besides providing a person with a new set of usable skills, ITIL certification offers the IT professional a designation of competence that can assist in professional growth and advancement. ITIL training is backed up by a number of publications, seminars, workshops and online instructions and informational blogs that will all provide a person with the knowledge required to successfully pass an examination or advance to the next level in accreditation process.
Given the amount of time needed to achieve a given certification, it is extremely important for an IT professional to first determine which certification program will best suit his or her professional needs. Moreover, the needs of the employer have to be weighed in making the appropriate decision. The articles and links found on this web site are intended to provide the information needed to make the best decision regarding what ITIL training an individual ought to pursue, and where additional resources can be found to best help achieve successful completion of desired ITIL training objectives.


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At Domino's in 80239, we make it quick and simple to get the fast, fresh pizza your hunger craves. Order your pizza over the phone or online, or visit a Domino's near you to place a carryout order.
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A Homage
Venkataramu my Chickappa passed away on 17th August giving us a warning of no more than a few hours. He was 82. It was an end that he would have wanted. A seer's upright life and a soldier's quick death.
Sri S. Venkataramaiah worked with the Rourkela Steel Plant. He belongs to a generation that starts career at an institution and remains loyal till retirement. Post retirement they shifted to
and that is when my association with him became deeper. Of late he read my blogs regularly. And had a word or two in agreement or appreciation or dissent. He suggested topics and shared anecdotes. Bangalore
I wish I had written this post 10 days ago. This is for you, Put-Tata.
|S Venkataramaiah
He has a lot of love to give and a large heart to give it from. But he does not cling. That sets you free and only makes you love him more.
He never holds back a smile. It touches his lips, lights up his eyes. His hands move. And then his whole body breaks into a wide grin.
He is wise and has sound suggestions to make. But he does not push them down your throat. With a take-it-or-leave-it spirit he passes on a gem that catches your attention and sparkles with promise.
But tell him to come with you for a vacation and he rubs his forehead, wrinkles his nose and shakes his head firmly. No. You people go. He says.
An ardent follower of the Shankara channel, Facebook and You-Tube (for classical renderings) my uncle is a man of many generations. Born two decades before
, he grew up in an era when the post came once a week on a cycle-with-bells and the mouse was something that ran into dark corners. Independence
Post retirement he absorbs the many inventions of the digital world with aplomb; being active on the internet with Facebook and e-mail and Skype and Blog.
That does not diminish his penchant for the print world. Comfortable with English and Kannada, both my aunt and uncle always have a book to read and a book to discuss. Their list of books to buy and the date for next visit to Ankita Pustaka, a book house in Basavanagudi, is always on the to-do list.
His love for sweets, his hasty bites into fried food (read kodbale), his liking for jam on bread (read plum chutney), his favourite place on the sofa (that I invariably occupied), his not more than three sentences on the phone, his updates on the serial with the bus-hugudi, his indulgent posing for photographs and his live-in-the-NOW attitude, I will hold close to my heart.
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Kerala Public Service Commission Published a job notification to hire Police Constables for India Reserve Battalion Regular Wing. interested candidates on or before 15th May 2019
Employer : Kerala Government
Recruitment by : Kerala PSC
Job : Police Constable
Location : Kerala
Last Date : 15th May 2019
About Kerala Public Service Commission
The Kerala Public Service Commission is a body created by the Constitution of India. The Commission advise the Government on all matters relating to civil services referred to it under Article 320 of the Constitution and publish notifications inviting applications for selection to Lecturer, Lab Technician posts as per the requisitions of the appointing authorities, conduct written test and/or practical tests, physical efficiency test and interview, prepare ranked list based on the performance of the candidates and advise candidates for appointment strictly based on their merit and observing the rules of reservation as and when vacancies are reported.
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- Pass in SSLC or equivalent
- Age Limit : 18 – 29 (Only candidates born between 02.01.1990 and 01.01.2001 (both dates included) are eligible to apply for this post. Ex-servicemen have age relaxation upto 41 years. In the case of adult members of SC and their children converted to Christian religion the upper age limit shall be 31 years ie. Candidates born between 02.01.1988 & 01.01.2001 (Including age relaxation as per para 2(1) of the general conditions).
Salary : Rs. 10,480 – 18,300/- (PR)
How to Apply
Candidates must register as per 'ONE TIME REGISTRATION' with the official Website of Kerala Public Service Commission before applying for the post. Candidates who have registered can apply by logging on to their profile using their User-ID and Password (kerala psc user login). Candidates must click on the 'Apply now' button of the respective posts in the Notification Link to apply for the post.


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Vermonters stick together – especially when it comes to disasters like the flooding we've seen this year. The after math of Hurricane Irene brought us even closer together. Volunteers poured out of the woodwork. People unaffected by the storm in Burlington and Winooski found their way to volunteer stations in Waterbury and Rochester. Neighbors shored up neighbors. The disaster brought out our finest qualities as Vermonters.
So it is no surprise that when faced with small home repairs, many of us turn to our local handyman. It's just another way to help out a neighbor by buying local. But for the big stuff, like water damage and fire damage you should really call in the experts. Professional restoration is more cost efficient in the end. And the beauty of hiring PuroClean Vermont is that they are local, too.
Professional restoration services, like those provided by PuroClean, are the result of keeping current with the latest technology available. Restoration is not just a matter of brushing something off. The complexities posed by smoke and water damage are often unknown to the average maid service or handyman. For example, water damage caused by contaminated water requires a completely different restoration approach than does damage caused by clean water. And soot damage if treated improperly will potentially destroy rather restore your property. What if the damage you're facing is caused by both smoke and water? Professional restoration specialists have to be experts in the cleaning of all contaminated contents and structures.
And then there is insurance. You may be facing multiple claims from a single incident. This can be confusing and costly if not handled correctly. That's why the insurance industry depends on professionals who do quality, timely work, understand the needs of the insured, and service the claim from the initial call. It streamlines the insurance claims process and makes it more cost-effective. PuroClean Managed Services has more than ten years of experience working with insurance companies and their adjusters.
You should not be afraid of calling a professional restoration service…in the end, it will save time, money and your property. The Williston office of PuroClean Vermont has a great sign on their door. It says, "If it's dirty, we can clean it! If it's wet, we can dry it!" They are the paramedics of property damage. And though some of their gear looks like something from Ghostbusters, these guys get the job done best.
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We all love our hair and protecting and guarding them is one of the most important concerns of all of us. In this fashion world, we like to flaunt our voluminous and healthy hair but what about the adverse environment and weather conditions that can simply ruin our gorgeous hair and left them dull and malnourished hair. In the world of hair styling, the alluring protective styles have become so wanted and significant for providing us with more styling options for masking and obscuring our hair on a whole host of the point. Protective hairstyles include a variety of styles like twists, braids, updos, curls, bun, wigs and much more. These protective styles open up a lot more options to suit your hair and your personality and at the same time secure your hair. Protective hairstyles make your work easy and much less by not letting you bother about the health of your hair. It allows you to stay simply stylish and focus on your daily routine jobs.
Protective hairstyle as the name suggests protects your hair from damage. The twist and combining of hair do not let the heat or dust hit the hair and enters into scalp. The hair is tied up tightly and thus requires less maintenance, and stay guarded and safe from the scalp to the ends. Protective hairstyles are also long-lasting and can last a few months. Protective cornrow and Ghana braids can be kept for as long as three months if given a proper amount of care. While weaving the braids creams and oils are used to hold the braids tight and settled. It also thwarts them from stretching on your roots too much. Here, are some of the best protective hairstyles you can go for and enjoy your summer with all the style and glamour.
25 Easy and Stylish Protective Hairstyles for Women
Havana Twist with Long Hair High Bun
This one is the most graceful and attractive protective hairstyle. This hairstyle is efficient enough in protecting your long, thick and shiny hair from sun, dust, and pollution and at the same time manage to give you an outstanding look. No one can maintain their hairstyle more aptly than this Havana twist hairstyle if they have such long and dense hair. Havana twists can be made from different ways of twists and twirls according to the texture of your hair. The high bun above is simply complimenting the Havana braids and adding on more of style and glamour.
Ultra-Thin Braided Streaks
Among protective hairstyles for natural hair, these thin braids are so befitting and make you look outstanding with attractive style, grace and modern look. It is a genius idea to go for this style if you have fine hair. The hairstyle just requires a lot and lot of thin braids loosely done. You can also go for hair extension if you wish to cherish longer hair. This style will make you look the best without having to compromise with the health of your hair. The braids are efficient enough to maintain the quality of hair and protect them.
High Back Bun with Wide-Ranging Braids
The super cool high bun is something that looks appropriate for all occasions and goes well with all outfits. Those who are blessed with long, thick and fluffy hair should go for this hairstyle. However, those who do not have long hair can go for extensions if they want to take the pleasure of such classy and elegant bun. In this hairstyle, you can see the variations in braids to give the overall hairstyle texture and trendy look. The creative hairstyle requires Havana twists at the front top, cornrow braids at the sides and a thick twirled streaks combined to form a high back bun.
Thick Faux Locks with Spiral Ends
Faux locks are becoming very popular these days and seem to be a progressive hairstyle. You can easily see how the style is looking so neat, sober and yet filled with style and glamour. This hairstyle is both easy to manage and style and appropriate to protect your hair. The hair is twirled in a way that they stay secured and safe. Though, this hairstyle can be both temporary and permanent as per your preference. Also, this hairstyle gives you several ways to accessorize and decorate your hair. It gives you cool and sassy look.
Box Braids with Knotted Ends
Braids are evergreen, and no one can beat this fact. Be it any occasion or event, braids look stylish and elegant all the time and are one of the best ways to keep your hair protected from dust and harmful atmosphere. If you have thick and voluminous hair, this hairstyle is most suited and appropriate for you. The box braids just require neatly and symmetrically done braids, and you can have knotted, and tied ends or you can keep it open as per your preference. These braids give you an option to accessorize your hair beautifully and flaunt your style.
Simply Done Cornrow Thick Braids
If you have naturally straight, long and silky hair, then this one is the aptest style for you to attain the same glossy, smooth and subtle texture. It looks classy, sober and neat and goes well with all types of outfits and can be worn in any occasions. Basically, the style can be enhanced with chic and casual jewelry. This style is super easy to manage and gives you a carefree and bold look. If you have short hair, you can go for extensions to attain the same look.
Rope Textured Twisted Streaks
As said above, twists can be done differently to create different textures. Here, the twists and turns are made to form rope-textured streaks. This is another sophisticated and classic way of giving a face-lift to your look. This hairstyle will make you look completely different and adorable. It is the best hairstyle to highlight the volume and density of your hair. If you have that black and luscious hair, simply wear a pair of golden earrings and beautiful one-piece attire, and you are ready to rock the party and grab all the attention.
Permed and Long Curly Hair
The hair is open but protected this way. This style is best for those who want to keep their hair untied and open and yet want them secured and guarded. The varied curls look really gorgeous and bring a girly feminine appearance. The curls guard the hair from damage by keeping all the hair bound and combined. The curly streaks look so trendy and stylish with different types of permed and wavy curls. This style is most suited for the younger generations and can be worn with any outfits and on any occasion.
Havana Twisted Streaks at Lengths
The more voluminous hair looks, the more attractive and Havana twists are the best way to manage and highlight voluminous hair. This hairstyle in all ways makes your hair look dense and attractive. The long twisted braids fall over the shoulders beautifully and keep the front hair tied up so neatly. This is an elegant, sophisticated and most graceful look that can be paired with beautiful accessories and jewelry. All types of dresses can be worn, and all occasions can be attended with this style. This hairstyle goes really well with naturally textured hair.
Wide Partitioned Cornrow Braids with a High Ponytail
Cornrow braids are the most liked and evergreen protective hairstyle. This type of hairstyle makes you look like any gal next door but with sophistication and hassle-free fashion. The hairstyle requires wide partitions at the top to form cornrow braids and tying up all of them together at the back to create a beautiful high ponytail at the back with stylishly braided streaks. This hairstyle offers you to use hair accessories to make the hairdo look more creative and more stylish.
Wide Cornrow Braids All Around with a High Bun
In this hairstyle, you can see the wide partitioned braids are formed from all around the head and tied together at a point on the top of back, where all the hair kept open and combined to form an alluring high bun. The beauty of this style is that beautiful braids surround the bun and the bun is made up of opened up hair. This style is apt for partying or ceremony nights and looks marvelous when paired up with beautiful gowns and one piece.
Havana Twists Created with Triangular Boxes
Havana twists looks so stylish and are very much in fashion. This Havana twist hairstyle is an Afro oriented style that is loved by all around the world for its super unique texture and casual, trendy look. It is hard to believe that protective hairstyles can also look this good and creative, but yes, there are many protective styles that you can opt for to achieve the style with protection. In this style, you can see the triangular partitions all over to form Havana twists accessorized with beautiful laces and rings.
Faux Locs with Afro Textured Hair
The super stylish and oldest hairstyle is the faux locs style. Those who like to keep their hair tied securely for a long time can choose this hairstyle. It looks voluminous with each and every defined and detailed hair strands. The use of splendid accessories in your hair is also possible with this type of hairstyle. You can choose any kind of rings or laces or beads you want to choose to decorate your style, it is up to your creativity, to look your best. This style is mainly youth-oriented and apt for partying and hanging out with friends and colleagues.
Pyramid Cornrow Braids at Sides and Back with a Puffed Bun at the Top
This hairstyle is very exclusive and matchless. In this hairstyle, you can see the pyramid partitions to form corn row braids from low to high and to form a puffed bun at the top. The hazelnut brown shade of the hair makes the hairstyle look even more attractive. This style is so trendy and apt for elderly and mature women. The style will keep the hair managed for a long time and are absolutely fine to be worn in a party or any event.
Alluring Number of Thin Braids
The thin braids made up to lengths gives the appearance of open and liberal hair. With this style, you can easily flaunt your hair length and hair density along with keeping the hair protected and guarded. These thin braided streaks give a girly, soft and feminine look that every girl craves for. This style is most appropriate for teenagers and college goers to look cool and can pair the style with casual and funky clothes. You can also use accessories to enhance the look. However, sometimes keeping a style simple is actually seems more stylish.
Front to Back Cornrow Braids
The cornrow braided hairstyle is versatile and can be done with a lot of variations. The jet black shiny and glossy hair gives this style the perfect adorable look. The style is well manageable and makes the person go carefree and comfortable. No matter the length of hair is short, middle or long, this style is apt for all hair type and all hair textures. If you are willing to go for a protective hairstyle, this hairstyle is very suitable, and you should surely think about it.
Middle, Side Horizontal and Backward Cornrow Braids
Protecting your hair with style is the smart move. The cornrow braids are made up so imaginatively and distinctively to bring a sense of exclusive and unique look to the style. This style requires a single braid from the middle top going backward, two side braids horizontally falling down on shoulders and remaining hair formed into many cornrow braids backward and tied together to form a high ponytail at the top of the back. The golden brown hue is adding on to the style and looks really complimenting.
Top Bun with Havana Twists
The style can be attained perfectly if you have that Afro hair texture. The fluffy permed hair brings a perfect texture to the Havana twists and makes them look bouncy, messy and attractive. This style is a blessing for the younger generations who want a carefree and liberal hairstyle with super styling and fond of accessorizing their hairdo. The top bun is extremely bold and makes you look like a bombshell diva. This style is all about Havana twists and requires combining of those twisted streaks nicely to form a cute bun at the top.
Spiral Bouncy Hair Strands All Over
A simply gorgeous and feminine look that is all about spiral curls and nothing else. The hair color in a hairstyle is something that can bring a huge difference in the look and styling. Here, in this hairstyle, you can see the beautiful hair color looks so bright and goes really well with all the spiral curly strands. The style requires lot and lot of spiral streaks with a perfect hair cut so that they can manage to scatter all around beautifully. The two tone shade is making this protective hairstyle looks outstanding.
Thin Jet Black Ropes Styled at the Top
If you have that natural hair with jet black color, smooth and silky texture and glossy shine, you can easily attain this hairstyle with perfection. The smooth texture gives the hairstyle a different style statement and looks really elegant, sober, rich and pure beauty. The hairstyle requires thin Havana twists that look like a strong rope. At the front top, the Havana twists are turned together and tied up at the back, and at the lengths, they are falling freely.
Burgundy Ultra-Thin Spiral Streaks
To convert your dull, frizzy and boring hairstyle into a stylish one, choosing for curls is a good option. The ultra-thin curls are formed to make the hair look bouncy and voluminous and at the same time protect the hair from the outside side, heat and bad weather. The glossy brown shade hair looks really good with this style. This style is for all age groups and is apt for both social gatherings and professional meetings. Though you can wear any outfit with this hairstyle, still formals look really great and go quite well with this hairstyle.
Permed Thin Spiral with Spike Touch
This is the aptest protective hairstyle for short curly or perm textured hair. The chestnut color balayage is perfectly done in the hair that makes the hairstyle look more sexy and appealing. Those who want to keep their short hair secure and sentinel should go for this style. The hairstyle requires lots and lots of spiraled streaks and a nice and perfect hair cut so that the spiral streaks can get scattered all around everywhere. The style is bold, dauntless and ultra modern.
Permed Fluffy Hair Turned to Form Strands
The jet black Afro textured hair seems hard to manage, but this hairstyle is there to solve all the problems. The hair is twisted and turned in such a way to form fluffy and bouncy hair strands. It is the best hair styling option if you wish to flaunt the volume of your hair and likes to keep it bouncy and playful. The style is exclusive and unique and requires a lot of guts to carry it off gracefully. Styling along with safeguarding is what we call smartness.
The Melon Top Havana Bun
The super comfortable and hassle-free hair styling is the bun. Simply gather all your hair and tie a bun at the top and feel free, cozy and ready to beat the hot summers. In this hairstyle, you can see the Havana twisted braids at the front hair combined with the rest of the hair to form a bun at the top. The bun is tied up properly in an oval shape and secured correctly with beautiful clips and bobby pins. The style is youth-oriented and appropriate to protect your hair from the summer season. This styling will look really amazing with designer one pieces paired with trendy clutches and high heels.
Long Box Braid Tails
If you have that silky, glossy and black hair with smooth and soft texture, you can cherish this splendid hairstyle and look every bit of hot and glamorous diva. The hairstyle requires long and straight side partitioned hair with too many box braids all over the head. This type of hairstyle can also be accessorized if you want to have that decorative look. But I feel these box braided streaks look gorgeous in itself and can walk over many hearts with your every footstep. This hairstyle is pertinent for all age groups and can be paired with both casual wear and party wear clothes.
These are the 25 best protective hairstyles; I have sorted out for you to protect and safeguard your hair, this upcoming summer from sun, dust and hot temperature. Styling is necessary but not at the cost of the health of your hair. Sometimes even we want to give rest to our hair and ourselves, and for that, we can just make a knot of our hair and tie them up to form a bun. This is the way of compromising with your style. But not to worry, the world's best-known hair stylist has come up with best protective hairstyle with amazing looks and fashionable style statement.


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Luxent Hotel
Many tourists who travel to the Philippines go to Manila. Quezon City may not have been a popular attraction for tourists until word came out of the Luxent Hotel – a truly unique hotel in this city. Rather than just bypassing this city, many tourists are actually opting to stay in the Luxent Hotel, as they can be assured of a luxurious room, unbelievably beautiful surroundings inside and out, and a professional and efficient service.
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The Luxent Hotel is not only grand in every possible way, but it is also extremely accommodating. The aim is to make each and every guests feel like a VIP.
The Luxent Hotel has set a new standard in leisure and corporate travel in the Philippines. It is designed in a stylish way, making it the most elegant hotel in the area. However, the rates are very competitive. This is one of the main reasons behind the success of this hotel.
All the rooms are spacious and equipped with key facilities. They are all beautifully furnished and decorated too. From the stylish décor of the rooms, to the ritzy lobby and corridors, guests are bound to be impressed.
No wonder so many guests decide to return after a few years, apart from having recommended the hotel to their family and friends.
Guests will be able to enjoy the beautiful ballroom as well as numerous function venues. With the unique Seasons Ballroom being one of the most popular features of the Luxent Hotel, guests will be able to enjoy the stylish and luxurious ambiance set out with the elegant lighting and high ceiling. Various important events and banquets are organized in the Luxent Hotel in fact.
There are also many business people who choose this hotel to organize important meetings, conferences and corporate events too. In fact the Luxent Hotel prides itself of spacious conference rooms to offer the best possible service to guests. There is also a multipurpose foyer which opens up onto a spacious balcony facing the Timong Avenue.
Here guests can have some fresh air from their meeting or conference, while enjoying the beautiful views and the high quality food and drinks that are served.
The Luxent Hotel is the choice for many corporate events not just because of its great service and stylish décor, but also because it is situated in a very convenient location, which is within close proximity to important offices, bureaus, businesses and media networks.
There are other facilities in the Luxent Hotel worth mentioning, such as the infinity pool, the spa and the well-equipped gym. The hotel also offers 24hour concierge and security, multilevel parking and wi-fi internet access. The restaurant offers guests a rich and diversified menu. There is also the Lush Bar and Lounge where guests can enjoy a drink, or some quick snacks, appetizers, entrees and desserts.
The Garden Café is another popular attraction as an all-day buffet is served. In-room dining services are also provided.
They have a gym too which is right beside the pool, but honestly, the group prefer to do their workout routines on Luxent Hotel's very nice infinity pool. The Luxent Hotel basically offers everything and anything you might wish for when staying in a hotel. Treat yourself to a grand vacation, or organize a stylish event at the Luxent Hotel and we guarantee it will be a truly memorable experience.
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For those of you who do Teesha Morre inspired patches, or small quilting projects, or mixed media with fabric this easy swap might be for you.
We will have up to 5 partners depending on how many people sign up. Send 10 (ten) 5 inch Christmas fabric squares to each partner at least 5 different fabrics. May be coordinating or not. This might be a good way to use some of your scraps from other larger projects. Please send good quality, new, smell free fabrics.
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Meaning : Forest, From the Latin meaning 'woman of the woods', used predominantly in the English, German, Italian and Scandinavian., Lies In The Wood,
Origin : Danish, Latin, Finnish, German, Swedish, Norwegian, English,
Pronunciation : (SIL-vee-a), SIL-vee-ə (English), SUYL-vee-ah (Finnish) , SIL vee ah,
If you have information about this name, share it in the comments area below!
Numerology information Sylvia:
- Name Number: 7. Meaning: Inner, Thought, Mind, Psychology, Secret, Mystic, Strange, Study, Knowledge, Loneliness, Rest
Additional information Sylvia:
- Sylvia is a feminine name that comes from a Latin word meaning 'Lives in the Woods'. It was a popular name in Roman times because it was the name of the mother of the founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus. It is a popular name in Italy and has also been used in England since Shakespeare introduced it in his play 'Two Gentlemen Of Verona'.
- Latin Meaning: The name Sylvia is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Sylvia is: From the forest.
- American Meaning: The name Sylvia is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Sylvia is: From the forest.
- Variant of SILVIA. This has been the most common English spelling since the 19th century.
Definition funny of Sylvia:
- Wow, look at her, she must be a Sylvia.
- Sylvia is so hot, i want her.
- I love you Sylvia. SYLVIA ga Daisuki Aishitteirunda, SYLVIA.
- Person 1: "So, I was with my friends walking the promenade...Then a girl passed by like a shooting star...I started falling for her, without a warning...Since that day I've been walking around the whole place...Hoping I would bump into her or her into me, but nothing..." Person 2: "Yeah, she's defo a Sylvia!"
- I love a Sylvia
- Your a Sylvia
- "Did you see that girl over there she just completely ignored that hot brown guy, wow!" "ugh not another Sylvia "
Expression information Sylvia:
- People with this name are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.
Soul information Sylvia:
- People with this name have a deep inner desire to use their abilities in leadership, and to have personal independence. They would rather focus on large, important issues, and delegate the details.
Songs about Sylvia:
- Sylvia - Focus
- Sylvia - Pulp
- Sylvia Plath - Ryan Adams
- Sylvia's Mother - Dr. Hook
- Sylvia's Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show from the Album The Essential Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show
- Sylvia's Lullaby (Original Broadway Cast Recording) by Laura Michelle Kelly from the Album Finding Neverland (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
- Sylvia by Focus from the Album The Best Of Focus / Hocus Pocus
- Sylvia's Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show from the Album Doctor Hook
- Sylvia's Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show from the Album Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show Revisited
- Enter Sylvia Plath by Belle And Sebastian from the Album Girls in Peacetime Want to Dance
Books about Sylvia:
- Sylvia - Oct 1, 1996 by A.R. Gurney
- Entwined with You (Crossfire, Book 3) - Jun 4, 2013 by Sylvia Day
- Sylvia: A Novel (FSG Classics) - May 29, 2007 by Leonard Michaels and Diane Johnson
- A Dark Kiss of Rapture (Renegade Angels Novel Book 1) - Oct 6, 2011 by Sylvia Day
- The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath - Oct 17, 2000 by Sylvia Plath and Karen V. Kukil
- Pride and Pleasure - May 28, 2013 by Sylvia Day
- Captivated by You: A Crossfire Novel - Nov 18, 2014 by Sylvia Day
- Sidekick - Captivated By You: by Sylvia Day (Crossfire, Book 4) - Dec 3, 2014 by Bill Driscoll and WeLoveNovels
- The Goat or, Who is Sylvia? - Acting Edition - Jan 1, 2004 by Edward Albee
- Determined: Western Historical Romance (Lipstick and Lead Book 5) - Sep 3, 2015 by Sylvia McDaniel
Movies about Sylvia:
- Sylvia NR CC
- Sylvia Scarlett1935 PG CC
- Delibes, L.: Sylvia (Royal Ballet, 2005)2007 NR
- The Facts of Life - The Complete First & Second Seasons1979 PG
- Little House on the Prairie - The Complete Season 71974 NR
- Katharine Hepburn Collection2007 NR
- Sylvia2003 R
- Teach Yourself to Play the Folk Harp by Sylvia Woods2006 NR
- Delibes: Sylvia2005 NR
Wiki information Sylvia:
- Sylvia Plath
- Novelist, Author, Person Or Being In Fiction, Musical Artist, Award Nominee, Deceased Person, Film story contributor, Lyricist, Composer,
Sylvia Plath was an American poet, novelist, and short-story writer. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, she studied at Smith College and Newnham College at the University of Cambridge, before receiving acclaim as a poet and writer. She married fellow...
- Sylvia
- Play, Adaptation, Written Work
Sylvia, originally Sylvia, ou La nymphe de Diane, is a full-length ballet in two or three acts, first choreographed by Louis Mérante to music by Léo Delibes in 1876. Sylvia is a typical classical ballet in many respects, yet it has many interesting...
- Sylvia
- Biographical Film, Film, Netflix Title, Topic
Sylvia is a 2003 British biographical drama film directed by Christine Jeffs and starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Daniel Craig, Jared Harris, and Michael Gambon. It tells the true story of the romance between prominent poets Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes. The...
- Sylvia Kristel
- Actor, Film actor, Person or entity appearing in film, Musical Artist, Deceased Person, Topic, Featured artist, Person, TV Actor
Sylvia Maria Kristel was a Dutch actress who performed in over 50 films, including as the lead character in four of the seven Emmanuelle films.
- Sylvia Pankhurst
- Politician, Deceased Person, Person, Author, Organization founder
Estelle Sylvia Pankhurst was an English campaigner for the suffragette movement in the United Kingdom. She was for a time a prominent left communist who then devoted herself to the cause of anti-fascism.
- Sylvia Sidney
- Actor, Film actor, TV Actor, TV Personality, Influence Node, Person, Award Nominee, Person or entity appearing in film, Deceased Person, Award Winner
Sylvia Sidney was an American actress of stage, screen and film, who rose to prominence in the 1930s appearing in numerous crime dramas.
- Tim Sylvia
- Martial Artist, Person or entity appearing in film, Person, Identity, Topic, Film actor, TV Actor
Timothy Deane "The Maine-iac" Sylvia is an American professional mixed martial arts fighter. He is the formerUltimate Fighting Championship Heavyweight Champion (205lbs - 265lbs). He is also a member of Miletich Fighting Systems....
- Sylvia
- City/Town/Village, Statistical region, Dated location, HUD County Place, Location, HUD Foreclosure Area
Sylvia is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 218.
- Sylvia Earle
- Academic, Author, Person or entity appearing in film, Topic, Person, Hall of fame inductee, Award Winner, Film actor, Influence Node, Identity
Sylvia Alice Earle is an American marine biologist, explorer, author, and lecturer. Since 1998 she has been a National Geographic explorer-in-residence. Earle was the first female chief scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric...
- Sylvia Browne
- Actor, Author, Identity, Deceased Person, TV Personality, Film actor, Topic, Person, Person or entity appearing in film
Sylvia Celeste Browne was an American author who claimed to be a medium and to have psychic abilities. She appeared regularly on television and radio, including on The Montel Williams Show and Larry King Live TV shows and hosted an hour-long Internet...


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Ngaire Abernethy receives Women of Distinction Award May 2, 2019 in Brandon, Manitoba.
Winnipeg (10 May 2019) — The Brandon YWCA honoured area community leaders at the annual Westman Women of Distinction awards on May 2.
Social service advocate wins community service award
Ngaire Abernethy, a member of the Manitoba Government and General Employees' Union (MGEU/NUPGE) was the winner of this year's Social Action and Community Service Award. With 40 years in social work, her career has included supporting vulnerable Canadians in Manitoba, the Arctic, and Northern Ontario.
Abernethy spent 27 of those years with Prairie Mountain Health working in palliative and mental health care — living out her passion for social services. For a decade, Ngaire also served as a court magistrate.
The Women of Distinction Gala has been held annually since 1985 to honour women of Brandon and the Westman and Parkland areas.
The awards recognize women's individual accomplishments, and honours role models and women who have made significant contributions to the community.
The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) is one of Canada's largest labour organizations with over 390,000 members. Our mission is to improve the lives of working families and to build a stronger Canada by ensuring our common wealth is used for the common good. — NUPGE


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WordPress plugins help us make our blogs unique and more interactive but as any Open Source scripts they are frequently updated by the authors. Since your overall blog experience relies on a combined effect of the core and all plugins anytime a new version becomes available one question on your mind should be…
To Upgrade Or Not To Upgrade?
Starting with WordPress 2.3 we have a new functionality of notifications when new version of plugin becomes available. I have covered the process of upgrade in my latest video tutorial "How To Upgrade WordPress Plugins Video Tutorial". But does it mean you should immidiatelly?
I think NOT!
When author releases a new version of plugin it is done with good intentions; be it a new features, a fix or to address a possible security issue. There is no evil thought behind the process, he is not trying to screw up your blog but…
He can only test so much before releasing a new version and due to many different configurations on multiple hosts – new version might not work same way as it does during his testing. In fact, a plugin that deemed to be in perfect working order can make your blog completely out of whack! I generally follow a simple process before installing a new version of plugin:
- Get a backup of my database.
- Test new plugin on my development blog – I know this is not something available to everyone but if you host provides you with option to host multiple databases, installing exact copy of your blog in a separate folder like dev, test or something to that effect will go a long way. Keep it in sync with production blog but during install choose not to announce it to search engines and possibly make the directory password protected to disable all access to it except for yourself.
- Visit author's blog and review comments. Usually if a new issue discovered it will be posted there. Review requirements specified by author and be sure your blog fits them. If a new release didn't generate any comments – wait a couple of days and revisit just to be sure. Once you identify that plugin should be safe to install..
- Install new plugin and test the functionality it affects. Use a different browser if needed but do test it. It seems like every time I skip this step I get bitten by a problem, so don't skip this step.
- Grab a cookie – you deserve it!
Plugins are essential and keeping them updated is important but we shouldn't ignore overall blog integrity wen approaching the process. After all – it is your blog and when something is broken – it is up to you to fix it and I much rather prevent it if possible by following simple steps outlined above.