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The Brazilian Wax Boutique is a Full Service Wax and Skincare Spa that is Locally Owned and Operated. Our California licensed Estheticians specialize in the Brazilian Bikini Wax as well as the latest in Skincare treatments. Whether you'd like a Brazilian Wax, DermaSweep Facial or an Image Chemical Peel our Estheticians will make you feel at ease and comfortable with our perfect waxing techniques and our relaxing yet nourishing facials. Brazilian Wax Boutique is committed to providing the best services and privacy to our clientele. Call for an appointment today!
*Due to the nature of our business we have a strict "No Children Policy". We cannot be responsible for watching your child during your appointment. If you choose to bring your child we may have to reschedule your appointment.
*The Boutique has a 24 hour cancellation policy for all appointments. If you must miss, cancel, or change your scheduled appointment with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged $25 at your next visit. For appointments scheduled to last one hour or more, the cancellation fee raised to $50.
*Due to the volume of our clientele, we do not take esthetician requests for waxing services. All of our licensed estheticians are fully trained by company standards, and all services will be done in a uniform fashion.
*We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Any inappropriate or rude behavior will not be tolerated at Brazilian Wax Boutique.
*All clients will have a computer photograph taken that will be placed into their personal file. This will be kept in a confidential company computer. This is done for identification purposes only.
*Upon arrival at Brazilian Wax Boutique, all clients will sign in on the BWB sign in sheet. Failure to do so will result in being denied any service.
*Possible Side Effects: I understand these procedures, (waxing, DermaSweep, facials, chemical peels, sauna dry heat treatment, massage chair, teeth whitening) may cause side effects. The side effects listed here are merely examples and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Every person is different and there is no guarantee that more severe side effects will not occur. Of the observed side effects, the most common are listed. Taking antibiotics or using exfoliating products may make skin more sensitive, and susceptible to some skin lifting. Please be aware that waxing, DermaSweep, facials, chemical peels, sauna dry heat treatment, massage chair, teeth whitening may cause inflammation, welts, hives, petechiae, scabbing, and reddening or small breakouts due to bacteria being pulled out with the hair or sensitivity or allergy to the wax, peel or products; these side effects are typically not severe and may subside within a few days. If you have a reaction, apply PFB Bikini Mask, Image I Rescue post treatment balm, and stay out of sun and use a SPF 30+ sun block. Call if not resolved within a week.
*Gratuities are not included in our prices but are greatly appreciated by our staff. The standard gratuity is 15% to 20% of the cost of service provided. Brazilian Wax Boutique is a cash only gratuity salon.
You should refrain from shaving and trimming for at least 3 weeks before being waxed.
Double dipping is commonly practiced in unethical salons. They dip used waxing sticks repeatedly. This contaminates the entire wax container with harmful bacteria!!! Not so at the Brazilian Wax Boutique! Our sticks are dipped once into sterile wax, applied to the client once and then immediately discarded, to protect you from harmful bacteria and diseases. During one single wax session we may go through as many as 20 wax sticks. Whether it's a Bikini Underarm or Leg Wax, We are very proud to say…
Brazilian Wax Boutique introduces the Image Skincare Philosophy: Professional Skincare. Advanced Results.
Glow Facial w/ DermaSweep
(45 min) Restore instant glow and illumination with this power packed 45 minute anti-aging facial incorporating 24kt gold leafing, peptides and hydrating acids. Deeply indulgent, you will be wowed by the combination of effective exfoliants, rich hydrators and technologically advanced ingredients. Skin is visibly firmer, more even in tone and radiant.
Platinum Pumpkin Peel w/DermaSweep
(45 min) This luxurious treatment contains an organic blend of pumpkin, and fruit enzymes to polish and perfect dull skin. Plant derived stem cells protect cells and slow the aging process while powerful peptides stimulate collagen for instantly firmer looking skin.
DermaSweep Facial
(45 min) Skin-revitalizing treatment that helps repair skin that is damaged from over-exposure, scars, acne and the unwanted effects of aging. The system uses gentle abrasion with suction to remove the dead, outer layer of skin in order to stimulate and reveal new healthy skin underneath. Your skin will be instantly smoother and you will notice a vibrant glow after the first treatment. Hyper-pigmentation, acne scars, and fine lines, will lessen gradually over a series of treatments.
The MAX Facial
(45 min) Receive the ultimate in anti-aging prevention while simultaneously drenching your skin in hydration. This luxurious treatment contains the most high-tech fusion of ingredients including plant derived stem cells, peptides, alpha-hydroxy acids, and a sophisticated form of Vitamin C work together to provide the MAXimum in the prevention of aging.
Illuminating Facial
(45 min) This amazing treatment diminishes dark spots using the latest innovations in lightening agents, and powerful exfoliation to create a glowing even tone.
Image Signature 4-Layer Facial
(45 min) The facial that does it all, even the well-traveled spa-goer will love this rejuvenating, vitamin-rich treatment. The Signature Facial will lighten, tighten, and brighten with nourishing hydration, leaving you feeling refreshed and renewed. This specialty facial is designed to revitalize and hydrate environmentally damaged, dry, dehydrated, dull or tired looking skin. The Signature Facial is ideal for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin, travelers, and all skin types in need of hydration.
Acne Facial w/ LED Light
(45 min) This clinical facial is designed to effectively treat all grades of acne. Salicylic acid, retinal, and benzoyl peroxide synergistically work to effectively dissolve excess oils and superficial blemishes, while helping to ease redness and inflammation. You can expect refreshed, beautiful, shine-free skin in just one treatment.
Ormedic Facial
(45 min) Restore balance to your skin with this innovative facial with the perfect blend of organic ingredients with medical effectiveness. Even the most sensitive skin types will benefit tremendously from this soothing yet highly effective organic cocktail of soothing anti-inflammatories, potent antioxidants, rich botanicals, and skin firming peptides. Leaves skin soft, hydrated, and naturally refreshed with a healthy glow. This facial is ideal for young teens and pregnant women.
O2 Facial
(30 min) This luxurious treatment infuses oxygen, plant-derived stem cells, peptides and a high concentration of enzymatic botanicals into the skin leaving it luminous, refreshed, and rejuvenated.
Express Facial with LED Light
(30 min) Discover dramatically tighter, younger-looking skin with this powerful anti-aging facial. This amazing treatment includes a professional double cleanse, LightStim photo Masque, LED light treatment, collagen peptide serum, moisture & SPF. The LightStim combines blue, amber, red and infrared lights to stimulate collagen and elastin, reduce inflammation, promote circulation, and encourage deeper product absorption
Back Facial with LED Light
(30 min) Annoying acne breakouts are not limited to your face. This clinical treatment combines, fruit enzymes, beta hydroxy acids, and powerful anti-inflammatory botanicals to eliminate stubborn back acne.
Recommended in a series of 6, once every two weeks for optimal results. Buy 5 peels of the same type and the get 6th free!Chemical Peel Pre-Instructions | Chemical Peel Post-Instructions
Image Perfection Lift Peel
Aging, pigmentation, acne
(30 min) This exclusive blend of salicylic, lactic, resorcinol and retinol in a blend of peptides and plant derived stem cells creates "perfection" in addressing moderate to severe photo damage, deeper lines and wrinkles, as well as pigmentation disorder and acne. One single treatment in an easy 1-2-3 step self-neutralizing process will reveal ageless, glowing skin.
The Signature Facelift Peel
Rosacea, dry/dehydrated, smokers' skin, tired/dull, oily/acne
(30 min) The revolutionary treatment performed in four layers will change the image of your skin in just one application. Vitamin C, Glycolic Acid, and gentle but highly effective enzymes speed up cellular turnover and brighten, tighten, and lighten your skin in just one treatment.
Acne Lift Peel
Acne, oily, acne prone, aging
(30 min) A beta-hydroxy acid cocktail. This safe and outstanding resurfacing modality has a dual benefit. It reduces and treats all kinds of acne while resurfacing and smoothing the skin after just one treatment.
Wrinkle Lift Peel
Aging, wrinkles, rough complexion, uneven skin tone, smokers' skin, tired/dull, oily/acne
(30 min) The ultra-resurfacing glycolic and retinol treatment exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving your skin firmer and healthier. Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Lightening Lift Peel
Pigmentation, rosacea, aging, dry/dehydrated
(30 min) This mega-lightening treatment gently blends lactic acid and a cocktail of lightening and brightening agents to reduce sun spots, brown spots, and the redness called rosacea.
DermaSweep Add-On
LED Light Treatment
Image Sheet Mask: Anti Aging or Hydrating
24kt Gold Leafing
Hydrating Eye Treatment
Waxing is a very personal service but you are in good hands! Our licensed Estheticians are very experienced and professional. They will educate and guide you through the process.
Brazilian Wax Boutique is proud to offer our wellness clients the latest in thermal technology with the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod, which emerging research suggests has multiple positive effects on your body. With its triple IRTM (3-in-1) for near, mid and far infrared benefits, the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod soothes, heats and raises the core body temperature with deep warmth called resonance that can keep your metabolism elevated for 4-12 hours after your session.
How Often Should You Use the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod?
The Cocoon Wellness Pro System provides the ultimate relaxation and wellness therapy by using a dual dry heat and infrared multisensory sauna system. The Cocoon combines both dry heat and infrared heat with vibratory massage, aromatherapy, and salt air for the ultimate body transformation and relaxation experience.
A soothing, relaxing environment is created inside the Cocoon pod via a combination of flowing, heated air and radiant infrared wavelengths. While heating the air (like a traditional sauna) raises the temperature throughout the entire pod, the infrared wavelengths directly warm the object inside the pod – your body. This unique combination of energized wavelengths creates the ultimate environment for which to enjoy a full body massage created by the action of the dual-wave vibration system built-in to the unit's lounge.
With this unique multisensory system, you can customize each sauna session! The pre-set programs include:
In addition:
Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod
Recommended Sessions
|Cocoon Setting
|Weight Management
|30 minutes
|High-Very High
|30 minutes
|30 minutes
|30 minutes
|Power Nap
|20 minutes
It is recommended to acclimate yourself to the thermal heat and intensity by gradually increasing the heat temperature per session. Scientific studies are proving that 'Hyperthermic Conditioning' (frequent exposure of the body to intense heat) can offer a wide arrange of health benefits. The Hyperthermic conditioning works to develop your muscle strength and tone your muscles while you burn calories.
Please contact our knowledgeable staff with any questions regarding your infrared sauna experience, pricing/packages and wellness goals at 661-397-4647!
When is the optimal time to use the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod?
Since the Cocoon sauna comes with various thermal control settings, you can customize your sessions! Depending on your wellness goals, the Cocoon sauna can help you optimize goals. For example, if you are looking for pain management or wellness enhancement, the Wellness setting with medium heat will help increase blood flow throughout the body, producing a relaxing effect to help ease any aches and pains.
Cocoon infrared sauna before or after exercise?
You can use the Cocoon sauna before or after exercise depending on your goals. Firstly, you want to consider your water intake whether you exercise before or after sauna usage. During the session, your body will sweat and your heart rate will increase, therefore, causing you to lose water and electrolytes (1).
Here are a few facts regarding usage of the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod pre-or-post exercise:
A light to moderate sauna session prior to a workout session will increase blood flow to your body, providing nourishment to your muscles and cells, aiding in increased caloric burning. Conversely, if you use a sauna before exercise your muscles will be very relaxed and you risk injury or becoming dehydrated (1).
Cocoon sauna usage after exercise can help increase endurance due to hyperthermic conditioning. Furthermore, the effects of increased heat exposure promote increased production of "heat shock" proteins and human growth hormone, helping to build muscle mass and prevent muscular atrophy (2). Using the Cocoon sauna post exercise can promote a deeper state of relaxation (with optional vibrations/massage) while still burning calories and increasing your blood flow.
Overall, if you are deciding to use the Cocoon sauna before or after your workout here are some questions to consider:
What is it?
Hyperthermic Conditioning
Brazilian Wax Boutique is proud to offer our wellness clients the latest in thermal technology with the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod, which emerging research suggests has multiple positive effects on your body. With its triple IRTM (3-in-1) for near, mid and far infrared benefits, the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod soothes, heats and raises the core body temperature with deep warmth called resonance that can keep your metabolism elevated for 4-12 hours after your session.
Scientific studies are proving that 'Hyperthermic Conditioning' (frequent exposure of the body to intense heat) can offer a wide arrange of health benefits. For instance, according to research by the University of British Columbia the therapeutic use of infrared light can help relieve common pain, stress and fatigue and contribute to treatment programs for chronic diseases including hypertension, diabetes and obesity. Additionally, there is some indication that infrared heat can be used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome.
The Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod provides the ultimate relaxation and wellness therapy by using a dual dry heat and infrared multisensory sauna system. The Cocoon combines both dry heat and infrared heat with vibratory massage, aromatherapy, and salt air for the ultimate body transformation and relaxation experience.
The Hyperthermic conditioning works to develop your muscle strength and tone your muscles while you burn calories.
Many users simply cannot believe that these results can be achieved without movement of the body. Scientists explain, however, that sweating is part of the complex thermoregulatory process of the body involving significant increases in cardiac output (stroke volume and plasma volume), heart rate and metabolic rate. When Cocoon users undergo high-heat sessions, heat from the ambient air inside the cabinet is absorbed by the body causing the body temperature to rise. The body automatically modulates the resulting increase in core temperature via a process called "thermogenesis".
This process — which ultimately cools the body by the evaporation of sweat –consumes approximately 586 Kcal per gram of water lost in perspiration. Studies have shown that a moderately heat-conditioned person can easily sweat off 500 grams during a single session.
Your session
Since your head always remains outside the Pod, and a fresh supply of cool face and neck air keeps you comfortable, you are able to enjoy the benefits of the high heat environment inside the Cocoon if desired. Your experience may be further enhanced via a variety of aromatherapy options available and the Cocoon's integrated salt air environment.
Effective Long Term Results
Customers will feel more relaxed and rejuvenated after their very first Cocoon session. With continued use, typically 1-3 sessions per week, Cocoon users will see a significant improvement in the way they look and feel.
The simultaneous heat and vibratory massage the Pod provides helps to promote better flexibility and a more fluid range of motion response in your body. Athletes find that the Pod helps them recover from injury faster, and the Pod also helps anyone who is suffering from pain from repetitive movements, from overuse of the muscles or from the simple aches and pain that can come with the aging process. Infrared heat dilates blood vessels, thereby increasing blood circulation to any injured areas, relieving pain and hastening the healing process. Infrared heat has been used successfully in the treatment of muscle spasms, arthritis and rheumatism.
Weight & Inch Loss
The Thermal Dynamic Environment inside the Cocoon helps you to burn fat and calories – while also helping you to feel and look thinner and trimmer.
Simply relax on the soft, padded lounger, set the temperature to the level desired. Feel free to use your iPod or iPhone as the unwanted pounds and inches seem to melt away with each session. Studies have shown that the average person may burn up to 300 calories from a 30-minute, high-heat session. By increasing your metabolic rate, you will continue to burn additional calories throughout the day – long after your session has ended.
As the cycle of hyperthermic conditioning followed by rehydration continues, your body's metabolic rate will steadily rise — and you will burn calories at a higher and more effective level. Combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, continued use of the Cocoon will help you to achieve your permanent weight loss goals.
Reduce Anxiety & Sleep Better
As you experience the heat and massage the Pod provides, you will notice a marked reduction in your stress and tension levels. In addition, the soothing aspect of the Pod allows you to feel more mentally alert and paves the way for a more restful sleep that night. Studies have also indicated the positive effects of heat acclimation on the brain, including the growth of new brain cells, improvement in focus, learning and memory, and reducing depression and anxiety.
Relaxation & Hot Massage
A soothing, relaxing environment is created inside the Cocoon via a combination of flowing, heated air together with radiant infrared wavelengths. While heating the air (like a traditional sauna) raises the temperature throughout the entire Pod, the infrared wavelengths directly warm the object inside the Pod – your body.
This unique combination of energized wavelengths creates the ultimate environment for which to enjoy a full body massage created by the action of the dual-wave vibration system built-in to the unit's lounge.
Throughout the session, the user has the ability to control the intensity and direction of the massage by selecting upper, lower of full body massage. They may also raise or lower the temperature to their desired level.
Since the head is outside the Pod, where cooling air keeps the user comfortable, they are able to enjoy the benefits of the high heat environment inside the Cocoon.
The experience may be further enhanced via a variety of aromatherapy options and salted air.
Skin Care Rejuvenation
The Ideal Environment for Skin Moisturizing, Firming & Toning
When the pores are open, the body warmed and circulation levels increased – the skin is like a thirsty sponge – ready to absorb the active moisturizing, firming and toning ingredients found in our proprietary formulations.
NOT RECOMMENDED for individuals with the following conditions:
Individuals with the following conditions are advised to obtain physician consent before using the Cocoon Wellness Pro
The Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod is not a medical device. It is not for medical purposes and makes no medical claims. The Cocoon has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not for any medical purpose whatsoever. The Cocoon is a general wellness, relaxation and fitness system.
What's the difference between a traditional sauna and the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod?
The goal of any sauna is to essentially "heat shock" the body to produce various health benefits. However, depending on the type of sauna, the process of heating the body differs.
Traditional saunas, whether a conventional or wet/humid sauna, heat the body externally by raising the air temperature to approximately 160-194 degrees Fahrenheit. The dry or humid, hot air then enables the body to go through physiological processes to "cool" the body down/regulate your body temperature, thus creating a series of benefits, such as sweating, removing toxins, etc.
Infrared saunas, such as the Cocoon, heat the body internally by using infrared wavelengths rather than heating the body with warm air. Far infrared rays penetrate the body, internally warming the core temperature to create physiological benefits. In an infrared sauna, the eternal air is warm and does not get as hot in comparison to a traditional sauna, allowing for a more relaxing sauna experience.
The Cocoon is a unique infrared sauna Pod that delivers far infrared rays. While heating the air (like a conventional sauna) raises the temperature throughout the entire Pod, the infrared wavelengths directly penetrates your body, thus externally AND internally raising your core temperature. Unlike most traditional and infrared saunas chambers, the Cocoon sauna provides an optimal, relaxing sauna experience, allowing you to lay comfortably with your head exposed. While having your head exposed and your body enclosed in the sauna Pod, you can raise/control the temperature to heat your body while breathing clean, purified air during your session.
Who can use the Cocoon infrared sauna POD?
The Cocoon can be used as a heated sauna. If a client is in poor health, they should speak with their doctor before using the Cocoon and any questions should be directed to a medical professional.
The Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod has a weight limit of 350 lbs. Women who are pregnant and members who have cardio health problems are sensitive to heat (i.e., conditions such as erythema ab igne, etc.) or dehydrated should not use the Cocoon Infrared Sauna Pod until they consult with their medical doctor.
>All users should be hydrated and drink plenty of water before and after use.
What should I wear during my infrared sauna session?
Clients may wear loose-fitting clothes, athletic clothing, swimwear, undergarments, or in the nude (clients will be laying on a towel during the session).
>Note: although the Cocoon sauna POD will produce ambient dry heat within the chamber, the main advantage of the sauna session comes from the infrared rays. Therefore, wearing appropriate clothing/minimal clothing is optimal for the infrared rays to penetrate through the body.
What should I expect during my first session?
Note: PRIOR to your first session, it is important to drink plenty of water!
For your first session, you will be greeted by one of our friendly staff members and shown back to the Cocoon sauna room, where you will be explained the process of your session. Your session will last approximately 30 minutes. During your session, you may feel like you are not getting warm enough in the first 10-15 minutes, this is typical and part of the process of your body slowly acclimating itself to consistent internal heating. It is important to note that depending on your current health condition, Brazilian Wax Boutique recommends to gradually increase the heat intensity after a few sessions due acclimating your body internal and external heat (especially if you have never used an infrared sauna.) Once your session is complete, you will slowly sit up and re-adjust yourself to your surroundings, as you may experience lightheadedness due to laying down for a prolonged period (orthostatic hypertension). There are no activity restrictions after your sauna sessions, however, it is important to continue to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration from your session!
Am I able to return to normal activities after my Cocoon infrared sauna session?
There are no activity restrictions after your sauna session. However, you must take into consideration your body's physiological exertion during your session depending on the heat intensity and your current health condition. Continue to drink plenty of water throughout the day after your session.
Are infrared saunas safe?
Yes. To have a safe infrared sauna experience, it is vital to ensure you are hydrated before and after a session. Recommended time durations of the sauna sessions are established for the safety of the client. Please review the list of contraindications and precautionary restrictions for the infrared sauna usage. Consult with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about your health prior to your sauna session.
Can you use the Cocoon if you are pregnant?
Pregnant woman should not use the Cocoon since it elevates the body's temperature.
The Human Touch® Novo massage chair helps athletes and professionals of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts and work days. By increasing oxygen-rich blood to tired, sore muscles, Novo helps to restore your natural well being. Its distinctive L-Track massage system also covers 60% more of your back than conventional massage chairs, delivering three-dimensional massage along the entire length of your spine and all the way down to your glutes.
Whether you're preparing for an intense workout, recovering from a lingering injury, or winding down after a long day at the office, the Novo is the perfect way for you to supercharge your daily ritual.
Who will be Waxing Me?
A California State Licensed and Insured female Esthetician. All of our Estheticians have been trained thoroughly by attending extensive courses on speed waxing. They will make you feel comfortable and at ease with their sweet personalities and perfect waxing techniques.
What is a Bikini Wax?
The Bikini Wax is hair removed that would be showing outside of your bathing suit or underwear. We will give you full coverage disposable bikini underwear during your Bikini Wax appointment.
What is a Brazilian Bikini Wax?
The Brazilian Wax is removing all the hair in the bikini area not including the cheeks. Some people choose to leave a strip or a triangle on the top. In order for you to receive a Brazilian Wax, you'll need to be naked from the waist down. It may seem uncomfortable, but we are very experienced and have waxed thousands of women so you can feel secure with our discretion and professionalism.
How long of hair should I have?
Ideally the hair needs to be at least a 1/4 inch to a 1/2 inch long in order to be waxed. The longer the hair, easier the pull and better the results. This is usually about 3 weeks of hair growth after shaving. No need to trim or buzz before your wax.
Will my Brazilian Wax hurt?
After just one wax session your regrowth will be much thinner, finer and softer. That is one of the major benefits. With continued waxing, you may even experience significant reduction in regrowth. Which makes it easier and less uncomfortable if you keep up with regular waxes. Avoid caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours before your wax. Take a mild anti-inflammatory medication (like Ibuprofen) 30 minutes prior to your appointment. Most women find waxing to be very tolerable.
Can I tan after my wax?
You should not tan within 48hours of before or after you wax. Waxing has an exfoliating effect on the skin and will make you temporarily more susceptible to sunburn and sensitivity. If you would still like to tan, we would advise covering the area completely with a towel. Wait to come in after a spray tan, or wax will exfoliate the tan right off. Spray tan after your waxing appointment.
Are there any age restrictions?
You must be 18 years of age or have a parental approval/signature to be a client at our Boutique.
Can I get waxed while I'm on my period?
You can still get waxed while you are on your period. We just suggest that you wear a tampon. You are a lot more sensitive during this time. With the extra blood flow in the area, sometimes our clients may even bruise.
How long will I stay red?
The skin may stay red and tender anywhere from 1 to 24 hours depending on your skin's sensitivity. The wax we use are more gentle on the skin, therefore some people will experience very little redness and irritation. We recommend our product "PFB Bikini Mask" to speed up the healing process.
What about Ingrown Hairs?
EXFOLIATE, EXFOLIATE, EXFOLIATE!!! We advise "ALL" individuals who receive body waxing to exfoliate on a daily basis. You "WILL" get ingrown hairs if you're not exfoliating!! We recommend using a strong bristled brush along with one of our medicated Roll On exfoliators. We will discuss these issues during your waxing appointment. We have many products to choose from to fit your individual needs.
I'm Pregnant can I get waxed?
Brazilian Waxing during your pregnancy is perfectly normal and not harmful to you or your baby at all. We are highly experienced with waxing moms-to-be. Your skin may be a little more sensitive during this special time. We suggest asking your Dr. for any other concerns.
Is waxing Sanitary?
We have a very strict "No Double Dipping Policy" whether it's your Bikini, Eyebrow or Leg wax. We WILL NEVER reuse our wax sticks. This prevents the spread of harmful bacteria and diseases.
How long will my wax last?
Depending on your rate of hair growth, the average you should be hair-free for at least 2 to 3 weeks. Most people do well on a waxing schedule of every 4-6 weeks.
How long will my appointment be?
Brazilian or Bikini Waxes will take no longer than 10 minutes. We are highly experienced in speed waxing. Full Legs, Backs and Chest should take at the most 45 minutes. On average a Full Body wax will take 1 ½ hours.
Do you offer Gift Certificates?
Yes, we do! You may want to give the gift of wax or facial. Our gift certificates never expire. Come in and pick one up today!
What should I do to prepare for my wax?
It is always helpful to exfoliate and take a mild anti-inflammatory medication (like ibuprofen) before a wax service. This will help to reduce skin redness and swelling – and will help to keep you calm if you get nervous easily. Also avoid caffeine and alcohol 24 hours before your waxing service. They are stimulants and they only increase your blood flow and make the experience more nerve wrecking.
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Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Ladies, you have three more days to get your entries in for the May Challenges. While I'm waiting for those entries, I'll share two more that arrived in my inbox:
Gillian Hume - May Sketch Challenge
Janice Yue - May Inspiration Challenge
Thank-you for your entries ladies. Now, who's next??? :-)

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Australian Training Awards 2017
The Australian Government's annual event recognises the best of the best in the vocational education and training (VET) industry – from apprentices and students to teachers and employers.
Nine individuals and nine organisations were acknowledged at the National Convention Centre in Canberra.
Great to see all these Award winners are really committed to their Training & Industry.
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The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association commissioned an Economic Impact Study on the RV industry, released on June 7, 2016. The study found that the RV industry contributes about $49.7 billion in economic output or 0.28 percent of the Gross Domestic Product. Through its production and distribution linkages, the industry impacts firms in 426 of the 440 sectors of the United States economy.
Nationwide, the industry is responsible for 216,170 jobs, both directly and inderectly, creating an economic impact of $37.5 billion. The full study results, along with each individual state and congressional district's economic impact is available on the website by clicking here .
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ELKHART, Ind. – Dicor Products, the RV Roofing Experts, has expanded its roofing product line to include PVC roofing membranes for RV applications.
"PVC has been used in commercial construction for years," Dicor Chief Operations Officer Anthony Wollschlager says. "Its high level of flexibility, strength, durability and resistance to UV rays, as well as chemicals, make it a natural choice for RV roofs. PVC roofing systems not only reflect sunlight and solar energy, but they extend the useful life of the roof while helping to keep interiors cooler."
"We tested a lot of PVC over the years, because we're committed to having the right membrane for the market," Dicor President Gregg Fore says. "This membrane meets our high standards for RV roofing."
Unlike stationary buildings, RV membranes must withstand extreme environments including subtle flexing and torsion of the chassis or frame during travel.
"This product passed all the tests with flying colors," Fore says. "It has enough flexibility to work well in most any RV installation."
PVC roofing membranes also include these features:
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• Tear and puncture resistant
• Long service life
• Environmentally friendly
"We are really excited to be offering this PVC membrane to the RV market," Wollschlager says. "Between EPDM, TPO and now PVC, nobody offers the breadth or color options in roofing membranes that Dicor offers. That's why we're known as the RV Roofing experts."


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New PU/CU Fiona Cat in store!
This is one gorgeous cat and she is sure make a fabulous addition to your personal and commercial use projects! Included are 6 PNG cats, 1 lighter tone option and 1 darker tone option, both with a choice of brown eyes, golden eyes, and blue eyes.
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Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says the Internet can allow people to achieve great things, but also do great harm. She says now is the time to discuss what if any rules should be in place concerning the Web.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says "debate about whether Internet is force for liberation or repression is beside the point.
2 billion people are no online — about one-third of the people on earth.
The Internet has become THE public space of the 21st century — the worlds' town square, classroom, market place, coffee house and night club.
We need to have a serious conversation about the principles that will guide us.
The goal is not to tell people how to use the Internet.
— Hillary Clinton
United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke on Internet Freedom February 15th, at George Washington University in the School of Media and Public Affair's Jack Morton Auditorium.
Clinton denounced the publishing of confidential US diplomatic cables by Wikileaks as an issue of theft rather than an issue of internet rights. She also denied allegations that the US had any role in coercing private businesses to stop providing an Internet connection to Wikileaks.CLEAR SKIES?  Weather Data for Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
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Award Winning Home in the Heart of Anglesea
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Stay in an immaculate, award winning Malishev home in the perfect, quiet location. Leave your car in the double lock up garage for the duration of your stay and enjoy the short walk to the beach, river, shops and Surf Coast Walk.
Modern home consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, formal lounge, open plan feature kitchen and dining and undercover alfresco.
Split system Air Conditioning and Heating with additional Nobo heating. Ceiling fans throughout.
Original paintings from local artist.
Quality fittings and furnishings throughout.
Bedroom 1 consists of 1 x QS bed, TV/DVD, walk in robe and en-suite with separate toilet.
Bedroom 2 consists of 1 x QS bed with BIR.
Bedroom 3 consists of 1 x double bed bunk with single over top, 1 x single bed, 1x rollaway bed with BIR.
Kitchen includes stainless steel appliances with dishwasher and microwave, complimentary tea, coffee and basic pantry items.
Dining table seats 6 with additional seating at the bench and a TV in the kitchen / dining area.
Undercover Alfresco with outdoor dining, BBQ, extensive decking, gazebo and fully landscaped gardens, edible kitchen garden and fully enclosed yard.
Outdoor shower- hot and cold water.
Main bathroom includes dutch bath.
Formal lounge room includes TV, DVD player and leather recliners.
Euro laundry with washing machine and dryer.
Study nook adjacent to dining area.
DVD's, books and board games available.
Stereo with Bluetooth, CD,USB and Aux in
Table tennis, dart board, hookey, skateboards, scooter BYO helmets, beach chairs, beach buckets and shovels
Extensive guest information book provided including local attractions, activities, services and dining options.
Linen is not included but can be arranged for an additional cost. Doonas, pillows and tea towels provided.
Enjoy all that Anglesea and surrounds has to offer. It is a 10-15 minute drive to Torquay and Bell's Beach, Australias surfing capital. A 20 minute picturesque drive along the Great Ocean Road to Lorne, less than10 minutes drive to Aireys Inlet and the Spilt Point Lighthouse. It is a 20 minute drive to Geelong and the Bellarine Peninisula. The Surf Coast Walk is on your doorstep with Anglesea located at the mid point. Many nearby award winning wineries from the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Moorabool Valley. Anglesea Bike Park Mountain Bike Track is located less than 1km away. The list is endless..
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It's starting to heat up here in Sacramento, which means hot days and warm nights – a typical Central Valley summer. So, how do Sacramentans stay cool (and sane) all summer long? One of our favorite ways to stay cool is to eat ice cream. There's really nothing better on a hot summer night than cold, creamy, all-you-can-eat ice cream. If you've got kiddos, you'll want to head over to Fairytale Town on Saturday, June 24 to enjoy one of the summer's most popular events, A Midsummer Night's Dream & Crystal Ice Cream Fantasy – a Shakespearean-themed event at the area's most popular theme park where fairies run wild all night long and eat ice cream to their heart's content.
This enchanted evening features nonstop entertainment for the whole family including live theater performances of "Pyramus and Thisbe" from A Midsummer Night's Dream, arts and crafts, live music by Celtic band Stepping Stone and plenty of Crystal ice cream to go around. All of this within our beloved Fairytale Town. Here are the details:
What: A Midsummer Night's Dream & Crystal Ice Cream Fantasy
Where: Fairytale Town
When: Saturday, June 24, 2017
Time: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: Advanced tickets start at $7 for children, $15 for adults
Win Tickets: We've got a family four-pack to give away to one of our lucky readers. Tell us what your favorite Crystal Ice Cream flavor is in the comment section below. Leave your comment no later than Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 5pm. A winner will be selected on Friday, June 16, 2017. Good luck!


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Cryptocurrency is a kind of online money that only exists in transactions between computers. Unlike paper currencies, which are usually issued by governments, cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin are transferred from one holder to another in a fully transparent open-source chain that (in theory) keeps everybody honest. At first, these blockchain-based currencies were the domain of speculators and traders only, but several of them have now matured to the point where people can actually buy things with their digital money. If your business is ready to accept those payments, you can jump into a commanding lead in what promises to be the Next Big Thing in retail, both online and off.
If you run a brick-and-mortar retail store, you almost certainly already have a point-of-sale system at your cash register. Modern POS machines can be upgraded with a Bitcoin wallet program that's just as fast and easy as a credit or debit card purchase. Install Coinbase or CoinKite in your terminal, and when a customer offers Bitcoin, you just have to type in the price and send the data. That generates a QR code the customer can scan to complete the transaction. Coinbase, which charges a percentage of every transaction, even lets you print a receipt.
Online or in-person businesses ranging from auction websites to kids' lemonade stands don't even need a POS machine. Just downloading a cryptocurrency app to your smartphone or tablet does the trick. Usually, transfers between parties require scanning a QR code, inputting a code string, or just bumping phones together. Some of the most popular wallet apps are:
- Coinbase and CoinKite: These work with existing POS machines and generate paper trails for customers. They also work online.
- MyEtherWallet: This less-traditional online wallet app creates your wallet without an account, generates downloadable records, and works with both Windows and Mac OS.
- Sia Coin Wallet: Sia is Windows' official Bitcoin app, and it's built for very secure transactions, such as financial and investment operations.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies may be the wave of the future for retail. With the right apps, you can star accepting them before most of your competition even knows that the possibility exists.


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|Stained glass quilt I made in 2007.
|"is an online campus where you can take a variety of classes from quilt teachers, meet quilt students, share experiences, ask questions, and share photos of class projects - all from the comfort of home. Our teachers and students come from all over the world. Taking classes online is easy and fun and one of the bonuses is the people you will meet.
Online classes are similar to correspondence courses, but with a twist - you can converse with the teacher and with other students through a forum!" (www.quiltcampus.com/about).
their needs, I believe QuiltCampus (QC) to be a good fit for me. They've since asked me to teach the process for making a stained glass quilt. I had to delay the course, however, when mom became so sick. The staff at QC was very understanding and suggested that I take all the time I need to mourn her loss. Feeling that I now need to keep busy and be creative, I decided to work on a stained glass quilt to decide whether or not the idea in my head will work for this course. Once the quilt is completed, I'll send photos of it to QC, and they will decide whether its something that will be of interest to their students. Then comes the fun part, designing and writing the course. Everything is sent to QC and they put the course online and do all the technical work. I promise to be available to discuss the pattern, directions, etc. with students on certain days through either a forum or email. Since I'm now teaching a dual enrollment English class through videoconferencing at work, this will prove to be an interesting addition to my teaching experience.
|Stained Glass quilt I made for a church raffle in 2008.


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Bush Again Misuses The Word 'War'
Addressing the heroic efforts of British security forces in thwarting a plot to blow up multiple passenger planes, president Bush again refers to the struggle against terrorism as a war. To be specific, a War Against Islamic Fascists, a phrase which, no doubt polls well with his base but is simply inaccurate.
Usage of the term 'war' has, in recent history, been used for many things; take for example the "war on drugs." (How's that going, by the way?) But, I think it's clear that when Bush uses that word in this context, he's seeking to invoke the image of "an armed conflict between nations, states, or parties." The problem is that Terrorism is an idea. It cannot be shot, stabbed, or blown up.
Declaring war against an idea is almost certainly a pursuit doomed to failure. The closest the U.S. has ever come to successfully fighting an idea is the "Cold War." An endeavor which took the better part of 50 years, trillions of dollars, and millions of lives (not all Americans.) We declared victory in the Cold War after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but we're still paying for the war today and for the forseeable future. The runaway defense spending of the 1980s, which continues today, was undoubtedly the coup de grace that toppled the Soviets as they collapsed under pressure to keep up. It remains to be seen whether the U.S. will survive the economic damage it did to itself in the conflict.
Now, you may be saying to yourself, "well, we did win." It might appear so surface, but we did a lot of damage to ourselves and the rest of the world; and, the battle is far from over. Despite the name "Cold War", it was very much a hot one. Most of Africa is still devastated economically from its role as pawns in our global chess match. There are communists in control in China, Cuba, Viet Nam, Laos, and North Korea with armed and peaceful conflicts going on in many other places.
Also, consideration must be given to the impact of the Cold War on the U.S. national debt. During the Reagan/Bush administrations, the debt rose from about 35% of GDP to nearly 65% of GDP.
Do we really want a repeat of the Cold War in a new "War on Terror"?
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Literacy scores: Spin those results, Kelly Lamrock!
Interesting. The new literacy and math scores for Canadian teenagers were reported today with Quebec leading the pack, followed by Ontario.
I wonder how Kelly Lamrock, currently the president of the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (and ironically the person who is quoted in the Globe story), will spin these results which show that the the top three scoring provinces for literacy are: Quebec, Ontario, Alberta. All of these, you'll note, are provinces which offer early French immersion programs, and start their core French early. It would seem, in my less-than-humble opinion, that these provinces aren't suffering for their decision to follow best practices in second-language education.
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Plant Medicine and Earth Wisdom
Herbal Apprenticeship
An introductory course in plant medicine making
Learn the basics of plant medicine making through hands on experience. Spend time sitting with and getting to know the plants. Make medicine with what is ready to harvest each time we meet. Open your heart to the healing herbs.
The following topics will be covered:
Classes take place at Rebecca's Garden in Brattleboro, VT and The Orchard School & Community Center in Alstead, NH
Dates: One Sunday per month from May-Oct. Dates TBA.
Time: 9:30 am - 4 pm,
Cost: $600. Barters and partial work/trade accepted. Sign up by Spring Equinox (March 21) and receive a 10% discount.
*Click here to check out the photos from the 2011 apprenticeship*
802 380-3304 email@example.com earthangelherbals.com
***Do you know a teen interested in the Plant Medicine and Earth Wisdom Apprenticheship? With enough interest there will be an apprenticeship offered just for this age group (12 -18 yrs). Possibly half day for half the cost! Contact us today if you are interested***
Other Classes and Workshops
Rebecca Golden is available to teach a variety of herbal workshops; from wild plant ID walks to Herbal Medicine Making. Winter Wellness, Plants for a Healthy Pregnancy, Herbs to Ease Stress, Heart Plant Communiaction and The WIld Rose are just a few of the classes she can offer. Classes can be tailored to group needs and desires.
Rebecca also specializes in working with youth. Faerie camps for the young ones and Wisdom of the Plants Camps for pre-teens/teens are available as camps or home school programs. Fun faerie birthday parties are also available. Contact Rebecca if you want to schedule one in your area.
(802) 380-3304 email@example.com 7 Frog Hill, Brattleboro, VT 05301
"Thank you Rebecca for introducing me to my intuitive connection to the healing herbs...I gained a confidence in my own abilities... I see that the plants themselves should be revered as teachers."
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If you're regularly involved in procurement processes, you can attend our procurement training to understand:
- sound procurement practices
- benefits of managing procurement risk
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- how to achieve value-for-money outcomes for UQ.
We currently have these courses scheduled:
- Level 1 - Procurement Fundamentals
- Level 2 - Intermediate Procurement (Certificate IV)
- Level 3 - Diploma of Government (Procure and Contract).
Contact us if you want to attend a specialised procurement course, such as:
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We'll assist in finding a training provider.
We hold up to 3 procurement seminars per year. The seminars bring together members of the UQ Procurement Network to:
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Contact us if you have feedback or suggestions for future seminars.
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I am a 27 year old American and my partner is a 25 year old Canadian. We met on the Internet in 2005, met in person in 2007 and eloped in a drive-thru in Las Vegas in 2008. I am a vegan, my husband is not. We have two cats, a 16 lb Maine Coon named Murray and a 6 lb calico-mix, named Tikky. We lived in Los Angeles together until December, 2009 then we moved to London, Ontario.
What We're Doing
My husband is starting an RPN program that requires us to make a big move this summer, so we have decided to chronicle our journey, through this blog. Next summer I will be able to apply for Canadian citizenship. He will graduate as an RPN in April of 2014. After that, the world is our oyster!
Along with posts about moving, citizenship and immigration you will see typical lifestyle-blog posts, things I find interesting on Pinterest, feminist rants and maybe some TV/movie/album reviews by my husband, who I like a lot. And there will be pictures of our cats. Lots of those.
Hop on! It's going to be a bumpy ride.
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Karen Sanders
Good start.
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excited to follow you through your journey!


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So I haven't blogged this week. Sorry to disappoint. But I've been slugging my way through TR: The Last Romantic by H.W. Brands (seriously slugging my way. I've been reading this book off and on for over a year now. it's not the easiest one to get through), and my brain just had enough and it's been raining a lot (hello July in Florida), and this was just kindof a do laundry and watch movies week. For real, I've probably watched at least seven movies this week. Don't judge me. And don't ask me what they were because it's been a shameless chic flic marathon. There may or may not have been a pint of Ben & Jerry's Half-Baked involved at one point.
Anyways, how about we do what I am dubbing a "Photo-Prompted Post" where I just throw a bunch of pictures from the past week up and then write whatever comes to my mind when I see them. Sounds fun and easy, right? And hopefully entertaining. Here goes nothing.
First up, Rice Chex because important stuff first, amiright? I know that many, many people might claim that this is the blandest, most boring cereal in the world and that it tastes like cardboard, but I legitimately love it. It's my favorite cereal ever. Or at least this week it is. I'm not kidding when I say that you could ask me my favorite cereal every week and you would get a different answer each time. I love me a bowl of cereal. But if we are talking about the Chex family, give me the Rice Chex and only the Rice Chex. Get your honey-nut, corn or whatever flavored Chex outta here.
Last Friday night, I had a Girls' Night Out with my girl Amelia Bedelia and it was totally fabulous. We started the evening off in a big way at Moe's where I consumed an ungodly amount of queso. Then we browsed several fun shops and Amy introduced me to Versona which is a super-organized (just the way we like it) accessory shop. Seriously, everything in there is perfect. We hit up Coldstone because GIFT CARDS and I had a cup of Watermelon Sorbet. Nothing mixed in. Boring, you say? Hello. Did you see the part where my favorite cereal is Rice Chex? Sometimes I like a simple flavor. Sue me.
We browsed around Claire's because I will never grow up and found all these super-adorable sister necklaces and I seriously contemplated buying my sister and myself some because I love her more than life but she would never ever wear it so I contented myself with texting her a picture of the most special one I could find and telling her it was her birthday present. (How's that for a run-on sentence?) But Sarah, seriously, if I bought us sister-bestie necklaces would you wear it ever(?) because there actually were some cute ones and I love you!
We finished our Night Out off at Books-A-Million because how could we not?! And I found this adorable set of books which I almost spent a small fortune on, but I remembered in time that food is important and we need money for that so I bought a candle, a new game, and a 2016 Peanuts calendar instead. The cutest calendar ever actually, and I wish it was already 2016 so I could start using it.
My brother-in-law practically lived at our house last weekend, and he, Cody, and I played two games of Scrabble: one on Friday afternoon, one on Saturday. I totally won both games like the champion that I am. Caleb was pretty upset that we wouldn't let him use the word "za" in Friday's game because according to him it's in the Scrabble dictionary. I'm sorry, but if you have to make up your own special dictionary to use hard letters in a game of words, I call foul. Use a real dictionary and real words.
My honey finally has a running buddy. How sweet are they? He doesn't love this picture and he's probably not going to be bursting with excitement that it made the blog, but they both just look genuinely happy and that makes me genuinely happy. Especially since it means I don't have to run.
I mentioned last Friday that my husband was taking me out for a Date Night Saturday, and he totally delivered. We drove over to the Mall at Millenia where I nearly died with frustration trying to find a freaking parking spot. Once we got past that though, it was the best night ever. He took me shopping and spoiled me mercilessly. After we finished our shopping spree, we went over to The Cheesecake Factory for a late dinner. Let me just say that at this point, it was 9:45 and they informed us we would likely wait over an hour for a table. Are you kidding? Why are that many people waiting to eat that late at night? We decided to cross the street to my favorite Olive Garden, were seated immediately, gorged ourselves on breadsticks and alfredo sauce, managed to eat our entire dinner, pay, go to the bathroom and start heading home before The Cheesecake Factory texted us our table was ready. Ha! I didn't get my Wild Blueberry White Chocolate cheesecake, but I actually like the food at Olive Garden better (true story) so I wasn't too bent out of shape about it. My man knows how to show me a good time.
My BFF Erin texted me this picture yesterday. She and her sister are apparently on a roadtrip and they stopped at a Fazoli's in Missouri to eat and of course, she texted me a picture. Because she's cruel. A little history here: there are no Fazoli's left in the great (but obviously lacking in the Best Restaurant Ever department) state of Florida. They converted the one in my hometown to a Verizon store. I now curse Verizon vehemently every time I drive by it. Fazoli's breadsticks are the best and I could eat them for days. Anyway, anytime Erin or I eat at a Fazoli's, we torture each other with pictures. It's ok, we love each other, really.
Let's end with this picture because be. still. my. heart. These two! When Cody gets home from a long day of work, his dog just wants to be on him and it is the sweetest thing. They make my life full.
Have an awesome weekend! Hopefully I will have some book-related material for you next week, but don't hold your breath or anything. In the meantime, what's your favorite cereal? Favorite restaurant? Your biggest shopping weaknesses? Your thoughts on a Scrabble dictionary? What did you think of the Photo-Prompted Post? Just comment, okay?!


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What a Fun Day! We did a great job learning how to follow a schedule and some classroom rules. We did 5 Little Pumpkins sitting on a Gate. We made some pumpkin orange and monster green play dough, and then made Jack-o-Lanterns out of our orange play dough. We did a little painting, a little reading and a whole lot of playing! Thanks Boys for a great day!!
Month: October 2013
Wow… what a difference a few months makes!!
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Everyone Deserves An Emotional Breakdown… Right?
So, after a few days of doubting myself and asking why am I doing this? I thought it was time to remind myself. This has been a frustrating week to say the least. I feel like people lost faith in me, I am on other people's schedule and they don't think it is near as important to get open as I do. My husband is done with me for good reason, it is taking longer and costing more than we thought it would, and I forgot to dry the jeans… he had to wear dirty jeans to work. My children have been neglected and I have fed them fast food so much that they told me they missed my cooking. I have barely talked to my brother, mom, and Grandma Huggins in the last month, and I only texted my BFF to ask her for help on my website… Remind me again Why I'm doing this??
I've shed a lot of tears and did some soul searching! It's what I love! It's my passion! Nothing makes me happier! Here is my story of How PLA Academy came to be:
I had my first son when I was 18, I don't recommend starting a family at 18, but with the support of my family it worked for me. I was still going to college and determined to be a teacher. I had wanted to be a teacher since the 4th grade. Mrs. Jones, my all time favorite teacher, was the reason I wanted to be a teacher. Long story short, life got in the way of the teaching dream. 3 children by the time I was 21 and my goal seemed unreachable. David was in 2nd grade, Logan in Kindergarten and Emilea was 3 and in Preschool. I was reading the newsletter and it said they needed a Preschool teacher ASAP. I contacted LaDonna that day, she hired me right away. I was finally a teacher! I never thought I would teach children that young, but I loved it! And LaDonna was an amazing mentor. I learned so much from her! After 5 years at IWonderY I thought about opening my own preschool. My Grandma even went to the bank with me and we were looking for a place. I then got offered a Lead Teaching position at CLC, I was so excited and decided that experience was more important at that point. The experience I got from CLC was invaluable! Working side by side with wonderful teachers and therapist, amazing children with and without special needs, and awesome families! I was there for 5 years, and this last year just seemed like it was time for me to move on. I was taking care of my Grandma, who had cancer, and I had put in my letter of resignation to help take care of Grandma and go back to college. One week into my two week notice we lost my Grandma. Now I have no job and no Grandma to take care of. My brother said what have you always wanted to do? What's your dream? I started thinking about 5 years ago when my Grandma believed in me enough that she was willing to help me open my own preschool. I was not ready then, but now I have 10 years of teaching experience and I got my CDA in 2011. I love teaching children and can't see myself doing anything else, and I really want to teach preschoolers! Jacob, my brother, said Do It! Don't wait! Do It Now! So that is why I am doing this: In Memory of my Grandma, support from my family and friends (even when I forget to dry the jeans), and my love and passion for shaping young minds! Alright, I think I have talked myself into moving forward! :o)


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Vietnam climate change report released
Published: 30/11/2010 05:00
VietNamNet Bridge - ActionAid International in Vietnam (AAV) and the Centre for Research on Environmental Systems (CRES) jointly released their latest report on climate change in Vietnam on November 29.
Their report, "Losses and Damages – The Impacts of Climate Change on Poor People in Vietnam and Their Responses," was based on the results of a study conducted in Loc Ha district in the central province of Ha Tinh and Nam Can district in the southernmost province of Ca Mau from July to October 2010.
According to the study, unusual weather phenomena derived from climate change, including early storms and prolonged rains, increased production costs as well as reduced productivity and people's incomes.
Local authorities and residents had made some adjustments in their daily life and production to adapt to changing weather patterns. However, these measures were mostly passive.
The report put forward several recommendations, such as speeding up the implementation of the National Objective Programme on Responses to Climate Change, especially its inclusion of climate change responses into local development strategies and plans, helping to inform local officials and raise public awareness of climate change.
It also suggested measures be applied in each specific area, with a focus on vulnerable groups, including poor people, women and children.
According to AAV, the report was expected to be a reference for use at international forums to call for financial support from developed countries for poor nations to overcome damages and strengthen their capacity to cope with climate change.
The report announced at the UN Climate Change Conference, which opened in Cancun, Mexico on the same day.
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"Experiences are the new indulgence" says Chris Jerome Founder and Director of Hawkers Market Canada's roving underground food market and incubator program. Inherently experiences are what we craft at Hawkers. All of us that make these markets happen (and there are a lot of us) dream wild and vividly about food and transforming people by taking them into our cultures, experiences and minds showing people who we are through our work in food.
This weekend in the spirit of dreaming and indulgence we are playing with the humble yet noble doughnut. Our catalyst for this is Electric Jelly Doughnuts.
The spirit behind it is a team of 7 people. Originally Chris Said "its started with me thinking I wanna do crazy neon doughnuts with sharp flavours you wouldn't expect". "Then it kept growing I chatted with Gabriel of the Artful Desperado" Chris says and we built a whole concept around just taking photos for Instagram of the doughnuts that wouldn't suck at the market. Everyone sees enough sad lunches on Instagram. The Doughnuts will be a team up with Joel Oschendorf of Oxtale, David Mendes of Blue Mule, Vancouver food and lifestyle bloggers The Food Gays and Chris from Hawkers.
"I had this tremendous doughnut while staying in London at The St.John Bakery and its the doughnut I compare all other doughnuts to, a shining standard of doughy fried custard perfection achievable by few and maybe us. The Doughnut was a yeast raised custard and sometimes jam and fruit filled doughnut" Chris elaborates.
This weekend we take it a step further, Electric jelly is offering a bar where you are able to choose your filling, glaze and dips. Think Pink-berry meets Voodoo doughnut meets Eddie Huang. "Expect delightfully weird, we want this to make people laugh when they eat them…we want people go go crazy and combine weird stuff and have fun", says Chris.
One last thing Electric Jelly has a special and you have to ask for it and there are super limited amounts due to its excess.
This is for the serious food culture addicts and is not to be trifled with. Oh the Special has a name ask for it in code by ordering a "fernand" .
Electric Jelly Doughnuts and Hawkers Market are here for 1 night only this Saturday March 29th to celebrate their 1st year anniversary.
Tickets are $10/fees bucks in Advance and help local food entrepreneurs flourish in Canadian cities like Vancouver.
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Again, you should consider how the tote bags will most likely be used in your community. Tote bags belong to a women's collection which is considered most indispensable. It is used to carry women's essential things such powder, make-up kit, lipsticks, and other personal things. The most convenient feature of a tote bag is the hook. Though its design is petite, it gives the user a convenient feel when carrying it along with them.


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ends that are loose
I find myself relieved that the National Book Awards have been awarded, with no obvious collapse and tumble of publishing house bricks and what seems to have been a ceremony (compared with last year's) so civil as to be dull. Hurrah.
Some stray links:
Some stray links:
- The first book in the new Small Beer Press reprint line Peapod Classic is now available: Carol Emshwiller's Carmen Dog. (Small Beer is, of course, the publishing concern of Gavin Grant and Kelly Link.) The edition sounds fabulous and looks purty and I can vouch for what's between the covers: brill. Order right now! Sidenote: SciFiction's original this week is a new Carol Emshwiller story "All of Us Can Almost..." about flying, or not.
- A new study describes the brains of Buddhist monks while meditating, check it out at MeFi.
- Also via MeFi, one that I'm pretending I haven't seen, apparently these computers cause eye disease. And I thought all I had to worry about was carpel tunnel. I can't wait to be the world's oldest 55 year old, flexing my hands to prove they still work and bumping into things.
- Little Toy Robot (sorta) stalks Michael Chabon but holds out on telling US his curious readers the name of the exhibit in question. (Yes, I realize it's probably available at the museum link, but that's no fun.... it's so official.) (Also, see the Millhauser quote from today.)
- Maud Newton hits another one out of the park, this time talking about why we should all be worried about the censorship of science textbooks.
- Have I mentioned how much I heart Uncle Grambo? And he hearts The White Stripes, just like me. And also Luna and, well, really good list of bands from the original UG. Go check it out. (He's responding to this list, compiled by surveying a bunch of music bloggers -- and I think it's a pretty ass-kicking list too. SO there.)
- The recently returned to the b$&*verse Susan nails what's so wrong about hearing stranger/neighbor noise when you live in an apartment. Seriously, I can't believe what a difference it is to be in a house now, where any noise from next door is faint or not at all and I can play music any time I want. Although... there is an evil part of me that would have loved for Leo the Bongo King to have to endure the typing noise from Mr. Rowe during his prime sleeping hours of late afternoon.
- Don't forget to check in over at the Gaddis Drinking Club tonight, where we'll be having a rousing, confusing, apocalyptic conversation about chapter uno. There's a cross-eyed dead saint girl in the book. And a Barbary ape. Who could resist?


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WELCOME OCTOBER!! Those letters always look so good to me when I turn the calender page over. I've already eaten a bag of candy corn and now the guilts start. I need to lay off the candy!
The pumpkin patch is continuing to expand. The vines seem to grow longer every day; but I cut the remaining sunflower down yesterday. It was on it's last legs and all the seeds had fallen onto the ground.
The results of my hand pollination are showing up. I counted 6 pumpkins growing and getting larger now. There are still both male and female blossoms popping out - but fewer male blossoms. If any but the one larger pumpkin is ready for Halloween, I will be amazed. I also noticed that some are nice traditional pumpkin ovals and a few are the longer, taller oval shaped ones.
That one large pumpkin is actually only about 8-10 inches long. As you can see it is beginning to change color from green to yellow-orange. I wonder if it will get larger, or is the size about set now?


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The position will focus on the design and manufacturing of electrochemical energy storage and conversion systems to improved system scalability, safety, reliability, energy density, cycle life and cost economics. The duties include:1. The candidate will design and test the electrochemical flow system for energy storage or materials recovery2. The candidate will characterize the material, fluid or suspension using various techniques to understand the properties and how the properties influence system performance3. The candidate has to make every effort to achieve the targeted system performance such as energy density, power density and cycle life. 4. The candidate will be expected to communicate their results through journal publications, conference and funding agency presentations5. The candidate will supervise undergraduate and graduate researchers and facilitate collaboration among team members
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Mary Jay
You're such a dote miss!!! So Down to earth! your classes are always entertaining!!!!!(raspy laugh) History for jc was NEVER boring! Brill Teacher
nice woman but when ur handing back hmework dats gotten a bad grade plz say wats rong wit it!!!
she is a very good teacher and really nice she makes every 1 laugh...........
She's the coolest teacher in the school and she has a really good way of teaching,she's interesting and she's the kind of teacher you can listen to she's very funny too
she allows too many breaks and not enough is learned nice person though
She is the coolest teacher ever, shes not up herself and she isnt afraid to be natural when teaching.
Found her to be very disorganised and if your not of her favourites forget it! Told me to go back to pass eglish for the j.c......got an A in honours! Stella.
Mrs Jay was wonderfully eccentric but always enjoyed her class even if your homework never got back to you!
everyone loves Mrs.Jay.ud be a fool not to.she just rocks!
Really bubbly. Great fun. Everyone pays attention in her classes!
she doesnt teach me but i love her laugh i think its hilarious
I could listen to her talk all day - her classes are great fun and she gives great pointers for answering questions.
love her to bits.shes an excellent teacher and we hav a great laugh in her class


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The Hawks' softball team had a tough time trying to figure out the Monroe Community College pitching staff as the hosts dropped an 8-0, Region III final on Saturday.
The Hawks (6-11 overall, 5-3 Region III) connected for two hits, a single by left fielder Mikelle Deck and a double from catcher Brianna Georgia.
Working the mound for the Hawks' first 3 2/3 innings was Julianna Rose who allowed four runs on one hit and five walks while striking out two. She took the loss. Coming in relief for the final 2 1/3 innings was Corrin Filhan, who gave up four runs on four hits and four walks. The Hawks committed eight fielding errors on the day.
In the second half of the doubleheader, Monroe's pitching staff ruled the day as the guests went home with a 15-4 victory in a game that went five innings.
The Hawks' had four hits in this contest, including a triple by Filhan to drive in two runs in the bottom of the fifth. Filhan also had a single as did Brittany Englert and Vanessa Jecko.
Julianna Rose took the loss, allowing eight runs on seven hits and four walks in 1 1/3 innings. Deck and Filhan came on in relief to finish out the game.


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|Oh, Daisy.
He's making progress on words - I feel so hesitant to say he's "saying" things now because he's clearly said some things a couple of times, but then I don't hear them again. But his favorite thing to say right now is "hot." I think because he can actually say it very clearly, everything is hot. It's kind of perplexing. He also said "water" (wawa) for the first time this evening. He says "day" for Django and he says "out" pretty well. He was saying "ice" really well but hasn't for a few days... is that a normal thing for y'all? It's like he knows he can say it, so he works on something else or something.
|His excited face.
He's also started trying to put our shoes on for us. I don't know, it seems so strange, but it's fine that I end up wearing two different shoes that are Stephen's some days. At least he doesn't try with his shoes on my feet; there's no helping them.
|"Leetle leetle leetle leetle!" is what his grandpa sings to him.
He loves to read books over and over (and over and over) again, but lately he hasn't been "reading" them by himself much. I think now he's more interested in what the things in the books are called than just looking at the pictures.
He didn't gain weight from his 9 month well visit until the week before his 15 month visit (I kid you not), so he was in the 20th percentile for length, 5th for weight, and 90th for head circumference. Yes, he has a Muenich noggin. Love it!
Watch this. It's short and amusing.
He's still kind of a perplexing eater: loving things one day and refusing to eat them for weeks after (or ever again, in the case of steamed carrots). I've been trying to get him on a snack-meal schedule, but I definitely don't have it down - I try to feed him and he eats like 2 peas and 3 cheerios and a teensy piece of apple and then his behavior falls apart 30 minutes later because he's starvicating.


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Beauty Tips
I`m always being asked questions of how I stay in shape, or what I use on my skin. So I thought I`d share some things that I think work and are important in my life. Being a busy mom of 3, my day revolves around them. So if it`s just going for a walk or hike, that's something that we can do together.... I have a little trick I have done ever since I could remember. I tighten my tummy as often as I can. Tighten your muscles in your stomach whenever you think about it. When walking, going up stairs, shopping, or sitting in the car. Every time you remember it, do it. You will eventually get really good muscle tone; it also gives you great posture. Also don`t wait till your starving to eat. Your body will hold on to the fat. It won`t know when it`s going to get food again. Your metabolism will then slow down. Think of your body as a fire burning. If you keep throwing a log in before the fire dies out, it burns longer and faster, same with your metabolism. If you let the fire die out, then throw in a whole bunch of wood, then what happens? It takes a long time before it starts to burn again. So eat small meals or healthy snacks often, at least 6 times a day. Also make food your friend, love it, and don't resent it. Think of it as fuel and energy. Its positive not negative. Then stop worrying about your weight and it will stop being a problem. I think sometimes we focus on the wrong things. Of course you should take care of yourself. Be sensible; walk when you can, eat healthy when you can. Know that smoking ages you faster than anything. Alcohol dehydrates and bloats you. So don't over indulge in things you know are bad for you. A little here and there is o.k. But don't constantly think bad thoughts about yourself, like I`m so fat, or I don't like this or that about myself. You're putting energy in the wrong place. Learn to appreciate yourself and your body, in whatever ways you can. You mothers out there. You should feel proud and awed by how amazing and sacred your body is. For actually giving life. Think about that! That's as close to god as we can be. We are creators, that's awesome. It`s after I had given birth that I began to love and respect my body. So, ladies be proud of yourself and all you're capable of. And for my skin I always wear sun protection on my face, it`s super important. And exfoliate, maybe once a week and keep your skin hydrated. Use moisturizers with vitamin,A,C and E, they work the best at rejuvenating cell growth and bring back that natural shine to your skin. Don't use powders or heavy make up on your skin, opt for a tinted moisturizer, concealer just where necessary. It's much prettier. Less is better in the case of make-up. Maybe a little mascara, blush, and a little color and gloss on the lips. That's all you need. Then I would also suggest feeling gratitude for something in your life, whatever it might be and build on that. When you feel beautiful in the inside, you shine even brighter on the outside! Sending you love today and always, Elisabeth
So there I was 16 years old in Osaka Japan. Waiting for the subway after a long day of shooting for a Japanese Magazine. I was really tired and just wanted to get back to my apartment so I could relax. I remember standing on the platform looking down at the tracks. Thinking to myself, If someone was to fall over onto the them, how would they be able to get out? I felt I was in a daze, not really paying attention to my surroundings, rather just stuck in my head in deep thought.
When all of a sudden, I hear a voice screaming from the intercom in Japanese. I have no idea what is being said other than I feel the fear in her voice. Just then someone comes running by me, so close our shoulders touch,before he jumps onto the tracks and lays himself flat down parallel with the tracks. Everything happened so fast. I couldn't register what I was seeing. The sounds were so loud.,The screeching from the train as it was approaching, the lady screaming into the loud speaker. It was as if I was out of my body just watching what was happening.
The train couldn't stop in time,. It runs right over the man. I see his head go down. Lights flash from him being electrocuted... It felt like everything got completely quite for a second. Then the doors of the train open and everyone starts jumping off yelling and looking under the train...
I couldn`t get home that night. The track was shut down. I was able to stay at another models apartment that wasn't too far away. I walked there as the ambulance and police zoom by me, sirens a blare... I couldn't get over thinking about this poor man.What could have been so bad that he had to take his own life? I was the last person he touched before he left this life. And I didn't even know him. My agents at the time, said that this sort of thing is common in Japan, the pressure to succeed, school, family, it`s too much for some.
I just want to say to whoever may be reading this. No matter how hard life can be at times. Never give up HOPE. Hope is the LIGHT that can melt away all your dark days. We all go through hard times, some harder than others. But we can take those things that have hurt us and learn from them. Gain wisdom from them, and maybe help someone else that might be going through the same thing. It's important that you grieve when you need to. Get angry if you have to, or just plain out cry when you feel like it. But at some point you need to let it all go. Have HOPE that things will get better. And little by little they will. I promise.... Sending you love today and always,Elisabeth
The Casting Couch
You`ve all heard of that phrase,right? Well it exists for a reason. More often than not,you meet amazing people.I have worked with incredible and genuine ones. But once in awhile a creep,,,,creeps in.
A few years back, I was up for this part in a movie,big budget,big name star,major motion picture.. I had the 1st audtion,then I got called in for a callback( thats when you come back for a second audition,maybe meet with producers+directors)
which I did,..That went well, waited a couple days.Then I got a 3rd call,I was told the star of the movie wanted to have a meeting with me.It was going to be at his office over at Warner Bros... I wont say
his name,but he wore a ponytail and was an action star.(.hmmmmm?.who could that be?) ,, I show up for the meeting. He greets me in the waiting room and walks me to this huge office.To the right is a seating area,sofa table,chairs. To the left, a big area
rug and straight ahead in the back is a desk with chairs.. I opt to go straight...He begins the conversation with telling me how much money he grosses a year and how successful he and his movies are. He says he is a master of Aikido
so I therefore should Trust Him,,,( key word,)..He then tells me he wants to rehearse this part with me,, PRIVATLY...(key word),, he pushes a small piece of paper across the table with his personal tel.number on it.. . he tells me how lucky I am to have this chance to Learn from him,how much he can Teach me..
He continues with. But the thing is, you cant tell anyone about these rehearsals,... No agents,No managers,Noone can know..And if I say something he would make sure I never work in Hollywood again..( Oh that sounds positive)..At that point,
I feel im in abit of shock mode,, I stand up, push the paper back across the table and say(.ok then, thanks for your time),and I head straight for the door. He follows me,then comes right UP behind me,places his hands on my shoulders,and says my back was out of place,he can see that because he is a master at somethingelse,I dont know what it was(BULLSHIT ,maybe) and he could fix it if I let him...(ya,right, no thanks),, I couldnt get out of there fast enough.. I of course called my manager as soon as I got to the parking lot, explained everything that happened. He found it quite funny..
I was`nt laughing. I was creeped out!...Well,surprisingly, I didnt get the part. Not to say I would of, if it had played out differently. But that`s o.k. because I still have my DIGNITY, which money cant buy...Sending lots of love your way,Elisabeth
Some words of kindness
I thought I`d start my first entry by sharing my experience traveling yesterday to a photoshoot in Trondheim Norway. I got the call tuesday night,asking if I can jump on a plane first thing in the morning,it was just a day booking,which means I was able to fly back the same day.So after frantically arranging for someone to watch the children,and making sure they were safe and sound.Thank god for grandmothers.I was set and excited for my trip.Had to leave super early 5:30a.m because I have to catch a ferry and Im an hour from the airport ,but that all went well. It was an advertising job for a bank\real estate co.The day went smooth,the client was happy and content with the pics,,so then I was off again,to the airport.This time the route wasnt so short,not a direct flight home,I had to go via Oslo and wait 2 hours before flying back home so I didnt get home till almost midnite.So I missed the chance to see my babies and say goodnite. But thats not the point of my story. You see, when I was on the last plane,everyone was busy boarding, I was sitting there watching everyone..I see this mom.First carrying a small baby and lots of carry on.She goes all the way to the last row,puts the baby down and all her belongings then squeezes by everyone again,goes back to the front of the plane and wheels down another little baby this time with a seat attached to the suitcase she is pulling. She plopps herself down on the seat,exhausted.The babies begin to fuss,everyone is staring at her.Then the stewartess approaches her and rudely tells her she cant have this baby carrier with her and takes it away along with saying Im sorry its your fault you have too much stuff. First of all, isnt it their job to help us out?,we pay enough for airfare,,and my gosh, cant she have any compassion for the lady...COMPASSION,thats what we all need,if more people had it, this world would be a much better place...FEEL what someone else is feeling.,UNDERSTAND,what someone else is going through,DONT JUDGE,just have compassion... My heart was burning inside,I felt so sorry for her,and kept thinking to myself I want to help her..so once the plane was up in the air and I could take my belt off,I went back to where she was seated and I told her I would help her with her bags and the babies when we landed and not to worry. So just before landing I switched my seat and went back to the last row.The babies were so tired and sleepy,the littliest one just came to me and let me hold her.,2 other passangers saw me helping her and asked if they could also help. One grabbed the suitcase and the other a handbag and away we went helping this mother in need.The stewardess just watching, still no attempt of helping,I wanted to say something,but it wasnt worth it.I followed my heart and others followed also. And can I tell you,THAT was the highlight of my day.I hope you guys out there can do the same, if You see someone that needs a hand,dont Q`s it,just do it. Your not just helping that person but your doing something for yourself.,It makes you feel good inside...Sending you all lots of love today.xoxo,Elisabeth
Just Beginning
I will be starting my own blog to answer questions and share stories from my journies.If you have any q`s about the business or about me, feel free to post.
Elisabeth Sjoli
April 2017