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Sep262020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Top 10 modern Christmas traditions

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During the Holidays, families are usually more than just slightly busy. With the activities of Black Friday's bustling, fast-paced shoppers comes the realization that Christmas is just around the corner and, naturally, people are going to rush to get ready. These are also the perfect times to get together with family and share warm memories of love and generosity. This list of top ten modern Christmas traditions is as follows: 10. Sending Christmas Cards It might seem like Christmas cards are becoming a thing of the past due to the sudden internet boom, but it's still very delightful to receive a few once in a while. Plus, it will make friends and family feel like the sender cares enough about them to go out of their way to wish them Happy Holidays by doing it the old-fa...

Sep222020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Christmas party planning ideas for teens

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Teens love any reason for a party or dance. Everyone has been to a Christmas party with a decorated tree in the corner and holiday instrumentals playing. This type of party is nice, but may be boring for teenagers. Teens want something more interesting than plain ornaments and traditional holiday tunes. They want something unique and a place to hang out with friends, chat, take pictures, and dance. The following ideas are a bit different for planning a teen holiday dance or party. Theme Ideas for a Teen Christmas Party or Dance Changing up traditions can give a gathering a sparkle and a feeling of winter magic. Consider some of these themes, or brainstorm some of your own. A party in an elegant hall can be very special. Is there a charming place that can be borrowed or rent...

Sep212020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Wedding jewelry trends in 2020

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Planning a wedding in 2020? Brides have some non-traditional options to the standard pearls and blue gemstones. The good news – these trendy wedding looks in jewelry will transition well into everyday wear, making it money well spent. Green Colored Gemstones The hot new trend in colored gemstones for weddings is green – it's being touted as the new blue. The green-colored gemstone of choice is emerald. Think garden weddings, the luminous flash of emerald will be quite eye catching against the backdrop of the white wedding gown and the lush garden foliage. Keep in mind that emerald is one of the three precious gemstones. Fine specimens of emerald are more costly than diamond. So, what's a bride on a budget to do? Cost Conscious Emerald Alternatives Consider emerald beads. Gem...

Sep182020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

An expert guide to coat styles in fall 2020

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Winter is traditionally the time to invest in a great winter coat, be it a classic cashmere or a fashionable furry "Chubby". With so many coat styles to choose from it is good to know your Princess from your Parka or your Wrap from your Cape. Boyfriend Blazer in Fall Winter 2020 The boyfriend blazer is the one piece that truly represents the move towards masculine trends in women’s fashion. It is a boxy oversized blazer, which is worn loosely over tunic tops, leggings and mini dresses. It is a timeless piece and flatters any age and most figures. The Cape in Fall Winter 2020 The cape is the hottest coat style for Fall Winter 2020, as it has been reinvented in fashionable lengths and shapes. From traditional-shaped capes in bright colors to a coat with cape sleeves, this roo...

Sep152020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Winter 2020 fashion essentials for women under 30

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When it comes to fashion, individual style is of the essence. And trends can be fun too! So whether the style du jour is studs, fringe, leopard print, peasant tops or Parisienne, young adult women are going to have pieces in their wardrobe that they are always going to want and need. These fashion essentials are necessary for the fashion-conscious woman in her 20s. These ten items will get a lot of life in your closet that people don't generally think to buy. Black and White Boatneck 3/4 Length Shirt: It's the perfect shirt. It's classic, not too girly but it can be as elegant and timeless and it can be edgy and alternative. If dressing for meeting his parents, pair it with a 3/4 length skirt in black or any dark solid color and a pair of flats. If running to class or an informal me...

Sep72020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Bikram yoga retreat, preventing or causing injury?

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Bikram yoga retreat - A popular form of yoga, Bikram Yoga (Hot Yoga) created to cleanse both body and mind, uses external heat. No warm up is needed as the scantily dressed participants go through the 26-poses. Heating the Body Externally vs. Heating from within by Warm-up Exercise Choudhury Bikram created this form of yoga to detoxify the body and discover well-being. Ideally, injury is prevented by enabling the body to heat immediately. The hot room is the warm up. The increased fluidity of movement that develops within the body heated internally by warm-up exercises such as calisthenics and running prior to playing football or the plies at the barre prior to a ballet performance are bypassed in Bikram yoga. Bikram students quickly experience increased suppleness in otherwise s...