tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35606518779284701302024-03-14T10:16:44.216-07:00Temporary WaffleReviews, Giveaways, Recipes and More! TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.comBlogger1514125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-18373543790322873152024-03-12T08:47:00.000-07:002024-03-12T09:01:08.036-07:00Dissolve Away Daily Cleansing Balm by Hero.<p style="text-align: center;"><span face="Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: xx-small;"><i>Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.</i></span><span face="Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span face="Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYpSG3v8ORp5MqCWoPPK3c0QNrd4Se_78E8eBGRh-ZxnrRDEk0vnZEOQA7mrc4zvarUeYiocIgUW529yOpvgHlszzWpEBLmMAWplxetQ34l6BvM8U7-N0GQ08_Md7FFzZ5fnxumn5ORDHVVH7t_a-Y7NcbZxohzsak5-cH0vQ97WFKuKRGzrSb9nmuqn8/s2025/B73D075F-52CB-4F73-8D17-F6BB3BF2C6E1.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2025" data-original-width="1620" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYpSG3v8ORp5MqCWoPPK3c0QNrd4Se_78E8eBGRh-ZxnrRDEk0vnZEOQA7mrc4zvarUeYiocIgUW529yOpvgHlszzWpEBLmMAWplxetQ34l6BvM8U7-N0GQ08_Md7FFzZ5fnxumn5ORDHVVH7t_a-Y7NcbZxohzsak5-cH0vQ97WFKuKRGzrSb9nmuqn8/s320/B73D075F-52CB-4F73-8D17-F6BB3BF2C6E1.jpeg" width="256" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://h3.sml360.com/-/4x4u6" target="_blank">Dissolve Away Daily Cleansing Balm by Hero. </a>is made to remove makeup and cleanse your face from any dirt or oil buildup, without clogging pores. This balm is very soft on the skin, rubbing on easily and washing off while leaving a hint of oiliness to it. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> The balm doesn’t really have a scent, so it shouldn’t be bothersome but I don’t think it’s good for acne prone skin, due to the oily residue. It does say to use your regular face cleansing product after using this, but it kind of just feels like this product is an unneeded step in your routine. I really wanted to love it, as it washed my eye makeup off nicely, but it was a bit too greasy for my skin, that it seemed to encourage blemishes. </div></span><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> You can find Dissolve Away Daily Cleansing Balm by Hero. available for purchase on <a href="http://herocosmetics.us">herocosmetics.us</a> as well as more Hero. Products and information. </span></p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.</span></i></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-27246225070419404652024-03-10T16:45:00.000-07:002024-03-10T16:45:11.403-07:00Watch 'Forty-Seven Days With Jesus' Movie + Giveaway<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRK72hXReG63eDdvw0_B0FCs3a6C_AXxv2NdXmfh6PMwWFI5ufzCIhVJBDHtIBmZvc_JErmxPnLCYKRQUYnhw2RjmZ3nLSn2dBhfIWENxwyFpoTlD5jjFI3oEsKOHCLaCv9ZHAEtDSYp5Yrp2JTNfJdm_GJCg55k3nETtljxGkjH3WDcvLWzqgkYr-XNM/s1170/IMG_2130.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1170" data-original-width="790" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRK72hXReG63eDdvw0_B0FCs3a6C_AXxv2NdXmfh6PMwWFI5ufzCIhVJBDHtIBmZvc_JErmxPnLCYKRQUYnhw2RjmZ3nLSn2dBhfIWENxwyFpoTlD5jjFI3oEsKOHCLaCv9ZHAEtDSYp5Yrp2JTNfJdm_GJCg55k3nETtljxGkjH3WDcvLWzqgkYr-XNM/s320/IMG_2130.jpeg" width="216" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> Just in time for Easter, a new movie “Forty-Seven Days With Jesus” directed by David M. Gutel and Emilio Palame, is a family drama based around a workaholic father and the disconnect in his relationships. The family goes on their pre planned trip to vacation with the grandparents, but the father is spending all of his time working, that he’s missing out on being with his family. His wife and children feel the pain of his choices, and drama spreads causing a chain reaction to come to head. Along this journey, the children are being told the story of Jesus and His last 47 days on Earth. This leads them to self reflect and really see what matters most in their life.</span></div><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> I was looking forward to watching this film, as I expected it to be much different than it was. It has a very slow process and I didn’t realize it was going to be basically a musical!! Every time the story of Jesus was being told, the characters in the Biblical theme would be singing. If I would have known this, I would have been less apt to want to see this film lol. I’m sure the family in this movie is very relatable to some, so it is nice to see everything come together in a positive way in the end, but I’m just not fond of musicals…if you love a musical, and are looking for a new movie to watch this Easter, then check it out and be sure to enter the giveaway below!! </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span><i><span style="font-size: large;">You can see “Forty-Seven Days With Jesus” in Theaters only March 11, 12, and 14! 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view. Opinions are 100% my own.</span></i></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-44814701935853519782024-03-07T07:33:00.000-08:002024-03-07T07:33:56.298-08:00Love Coffee? Here's Why You Need to Upgrade Your Machine<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2015/03/the-best-cup-of-coffee-with-mira-french.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">have a coffee machine</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> in your kitchen and it's not currently broken, you may not even be considering an upgrade. If it's not broken and it's still producing an excellent espresso, then don't upgrade the machine just for the sake of it. It's very easy to upgrade your coffee machine once you know the 10 reasons you should go for it, but if you're happy with what you've got, then hold on for now. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Of course, you can still learn the reasons you should be upgrading your machine for when the time does come around, but there are so many amazing coffee machines out there today that it can become confusing as to which one you should really choose. However, if your drinks are not whether you want them to be. And you are not hitting that cafe quality that you've been hitting before, then upgrading your coffee machine can be the best thing that you do for yourself this year. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Everybody wants just at least One Cup of coffee in the morning to get them started on the day, but not everybody wants to spend $6 a time to do that. You don't have to do that when you invest in the right coffee machine for your house instead. The </span><a href="https://coffeekev.com/best-espresso-machine/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best espresso machine</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> out there is the one that gives you the coffee that you enjoy the taste of, is easy to clean and is easy to use. If your espresso drinks right now are exactly what you want, then you're in good company. If not, then let's take a look at the reasons you should upgrade your current machine.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/FULFzLhO4E8tTWXa_GkAE0g1_JMToEpmkmS5BR5vi7WqiZibT3gOUm8JAJWkmGt1hbzWzymV-LXJKjkoZbbKvRqDF1QQzHR-Aht9tpoJ0AjQULfsC4k1tz0aecfn5cTmj7TloNY_EHS9hVLoI9dixYc" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/two-clear-glass-coffee-makers-beside-black-and-beige-ceramic-mug-948364/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"><i>Image source: Pexels</i></span></span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><br /></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The temperature sucks. Let's be honest, Nobody wants a tepid morning coffee. You want your coffee to be hot so that if you're walking to work with it, or you're driving with it, or if you just want to have a leisurely morning with it, it will last you for longer.Nobody wants to have to pop it in the microwave to warm up again, especially if you can buy one that has </span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proportional%E2%80%93integral%E2%80%93derivative_controller" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">a PID controller</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is a Proportional Integral derivative, which means that you can employ a PID algorithm to manage the heating and cooling process of your coffee effectively.It maintains a steady brew temperature, which is exactly what you want for your coffee in the morning. Some coffee bean concoctions do not brew well as others, and you want to make sure that you have a decent roast for your coffee in the morning. The brew temperature can work for some brews, but not for others.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The shots are not as consistent as you would like. You want to brew the perfect coffee in the morning, which means that you need to make sure that you have the right shot and it has to be controlled over time, temperature and the right recipe. </span><a href="https://www.home-barista.com/tips/affects-brew-pressure-on-espresso-t54703.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Espresso brewing is not as easy</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> as you think it is. When you add control over pressure, the pre infusion length and volume can be helpful, but it's not really the most important thing. You don't want inconsistent coffees every day, so if your shot is not coming out the way that it should, then it's time to upgrade.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s running too slowly. A coffee machine is supposed to make your coffee quickly. That's the whole point. Even the word espresso should tell you something about how fast it should be. If you only make one espresso drink a day, it can still be quite frustrating to have a slow coffee machine, but the biggest issue is when you have back-to-back drinks. You might not be somebody who's slamming down espresso after espresso or latte after latte, but you might still want to </span><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/6-cups-of-coffee-a-day-is-safe-but-more-isnt-healthy" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">have more than one coffee made for yourself everyday</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. You want to have a machine that is designed to do more than One Cup of coffee, because otherwise you may as well just go to the cafe and buy one. Most of the espresso machines that you buy for the home only have one single boiler. This means you won't have a brewed coffee and a steamed milk at the same time. </span><a href="https://alternativebrewing.com.au/collections/single-boiler-espresso-machine" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A single boiler espresso machine</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> has one boiler for both functions, so you don't have to just have espressos. Of course you can have lattes, but upscale single boiler espresso machines have a temperature controller to maintain that stable brewing temperature.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Your Porter filter and basket cannot fit enough coffee grounds. Most of the cheaper single boiler home espresso machines don't have particularly big baskets and can only hold really a tablespoon or two of espresso at a time. You don't want to overstuff the coffee machine basket because that will produce that poor quality drinker trying to get away from. You want that truly cafe quality taste and to make that modern milk based espresso drink, you'll need to have a basket that can adequately hold up to 20 grams of ground at a time.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You want a machine that will last. If you're currently in the market to upgrade your coffee machine, then clearly it's not lasting you as long as you'd hope it would be. If your current machine is broken beyond repair, or it's going to cost just as much as the machine itself to repair it, then you should consider a machine that's a bit more cafe quality than it is home quality. You need to know what your machine is built off both inside and out, and try to </span><a href="https://www.stareast.com.au/product/1167-soft-copper-pipe-3-8-x-0-81mm-x18m-r410a" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">find commercial grade internal copper</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and stainless steel for your component. High grade machines don't have much in the way of plastic on them. Have you ever seen a plastic coffee machine in Starbucks? Absolutely not. You should also look to make sure that you are finding home coffee machines that have great product reviews. You don't want to buy something and find out that once you've got it home and plugged in that it's a dud.</span></span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/dG4EzRQqi6IOmNs91ew-eM8RJsJxiMPwRrDNRJT4M60VidzM01sa9XeAIVz1v-oXO8Lv6EfyAJ9hPd79KHH36lubfcwuse__nHO4H2bd-C7WfhFtng9Q_dyfryFMXMYN9Z4gGskKchPuPHfzOuR1k08" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-ceramic-mug-on-espresso-machine-filling-with-brown-liquid-302894/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"><i>Image source: Pexels</i></span></span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><br /></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's not making the type of coffee you want it to make. Have you seen those gadgets that make different types of coffee in the stores and feel jealous of the fact that yours only makes black coffee? If that's the case for you, then it may be worth shopping around and looking for a new machine that gives you different types of coffee, such as lattes or mochas in the morning. </span><a href="https://www.javapresse.com/blogs/buying-coffee/differences-between-light-medium-dark-roasted-coffee" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dark roasted coffees</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, for example, always come out a little too bitter, and lighter roasted coffees are not hitting that brightness you expect. Controlling the brew temperature can help here, but you also want to have the option to make something that's more delicious, such as a vanilla coffee or Chai latte. You may even want your coffee machine to make tea - but let’s stick to kettles with that one!</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can’t fit any accessories in your portafilter. Some coffee machines don't need any specific upgraded accessories but if you want to add aftermarket accessories like paper filters, baskets and more, then you need to shop around. You want to have a machine that fits those aftermarket accessories as it could really enhance your experience with your morning brew.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You want to </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKAva1OK8i4" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">be a coffee-making pro</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Do you ever watch your baristas in awe and wish you could do the same thing? Grinding and brewing and steaming? There are plenty of double-boiler coffee machines that allow you to do that and you can do it well with espresso pressure profiling. This is the ability to adjust the brew pressure of the espresso from the standard 9 bar to a pattern that both gradually increases and then decreases. With this change, you can enhance your coffee making AND tasting experience.</span></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There’s no direct plumbing option in your current machine. Have you got a refrigerator plumbed directly into the wall? If so, you know how convenient it can be. If you choose to have a coffee machine plumbed into the house, you’re going to always get the hottest coffee with the freshest water. Of course, not every home has this option but it’s worth it if you want to have that additional extra of water filtration.</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The grinder no longer cuts it the way it used to. Quite literally, your grinder is there to ensure that your coffee beans are cut and ground correctly. If the blades aren't doing their job, then there’s a problem and you need to make a point of replacing them. You might also not want to upgrade just the blades and that’s the point we’re making with this article - upgrading your coffee machine as a whole is going to be a better option. You can end up breaking the entire machine with broken blades, so start shopping for a machine that does what you need it to do. You want </span><a href="https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-coffee-grinders/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">a grinder that actually grinds the beans </span></a><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">rather than fall apart when you just want your morning coffee.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-17181709349653005762024-03-06T12:44:00.000-08:002024-03-06T12:45:02.773-08:00Join SunWarrior's FREE Sampling Program!<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-7IyWgY-q7HXxz229-sVeW5ygTjMeqUD5lXrVaG8Fr2deH5jwx-_L0dw4ZfF8gWl0WWLM32OKtA7lEw6LlitEWhIn6dFOuzcXRYT6JnX_8ksB7_0fpcnZKO5Vf6Ptqzq9OBZ9Y4UOHHLbRxZ0wzOrjphVlxmrr18Sfeo_JEWkb5DJf127OlQQxyb_Rs4/s1179/IMG_2109.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="803" data-original-width="1179" height="272" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-7IyWgY-q7HXxz229-sVeW5ygTjMeqUD5lXrVaG8Fr2deH5jwx-_L0dw4ZfF8gWl0WWLM32OKtA7lEw6LlitEWhIn6dFOuzcXRYT6JnX_8ksB7_0fpcnZKO5Vf6Ptqzq9OBZ9Y4UOHHLbRxZ0wzOrjphVlxmrr18Sfeo_JEWkb5DJf127OlQQxyb_Rs4/w400-h272/IMG_2109.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span face="Arial, Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; font-size: 20px; text-align: center;">🌟 EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY: Join SunWarrior's FREE Sampling Program! 🌟</span></p><div class="landing_message" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: 0.04em; line-height: 31px;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px;"></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Attention wellness warriors and fitness enthusiasts! 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routine will help your body wind down for the night and get into resting
mode. Below is a list of helpful tips to give you a better nights sleep.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Take a warm <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2014/06/aqua-spa-relax-bath-soak.html" target="_blank">bath</a> or shower.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Put on your comfiest <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2018/07/the-childrens-place-deals.html" target="_blank">pajamas</a>.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Keep the home temperature cooler.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Try a Red Light Therapy Mask nightly.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Apply <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2020/06/get-softer-skin-with-pureauty-naturals.html" target="_blank">moisturizer</a> to face and body.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Get Cozy under a <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2020/04/rest-and-comfort-with-mooka-weighted.html" target="_blank">Weighted Blanket</a>, literal hug to the body. <br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Opt for reading a <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/p/reviews.html?_gl=1*n708f2*_ga*MTM4NDU2MTQ1NC4xNjc1NzE3MTY3*_ga_652CCL4ZM1*MTcwNDM0MDE1NC40MS4xLjE3MDQzNDA5ODIuMC4wLjA." target="_blank">book</a> in bed, instead of being on your phone.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Spray bedding with a sleepy <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2015/06/vdaria-lavender-essential-oil.html" target="_blank">scent</a> such as lavender.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Rest your head on a Mulberry Silk Pillowcase.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Use a <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2021/06/calming-sleep-with-sinocare-white-noise.html" target="_blank">White Noise Machine</a> to drown outside sounds out. <br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span>Use an Eye Mask for complete darkness. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span>Take an</span><span> occasional</span><span> <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2023/12/redd-remedies-at-ease-pm-for-thorough.html" target="_blank">Sleep </a></span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2023/12/redd-remedies-at-ease-pm-for-thorough.html" target="_blank"><span>Supplement</span></a><span> for a deeper rest.</span></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">I hope following through with at least some of these tips will help you find that you begin getting a better nights rest, waking up feeling more refreshed and ready for each and every day! </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-30244313188075903282024-02-04T05:00:00.000-08:002024-02-04T17:33:09.830-08:00How to Create the Ultimate Party Look with Popilush Shapewear<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> <br />It's not always easy to choose festive looks, because celebrations require a<br />memorable look so that you remember that special moment with happiness and<br />pride.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">So take the opportunity to invest in clothes that make you stand out, like a<br /><a href="https://www.popilush.com/collections/bodysuits" target="_blank">slimming bodysuit</a>. Additionally, include shine, colors and accessories that can<br />make you even more beautiful. Popilush is assertive as it has shapewear for all<br />your needs.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7vuhJuXjZm7o0i4sIA3FFfG40a43kvo6D9e1UPRzuhxVXpN1uIksstkOJqE8woFmoRUp3j-upzz5q39bHuR38mQHiE5IhcSXBEDIdZAbA7sorF9KM24oYAYAeYLWUq8bAUL92TOwYJcI3FBdV2EKV03fQsvPS0bq2rWuM7qXpSY37e41fik7XyqgVbM/s353/popilush%20collections%20bodysuits.jpg.png" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="353" data-original-width="262" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr7vuhJuXjZm7o0i4sIA3FFfG40a43kvo6D9e1UPRzuhxVXpN1uIksstkOJqE8woFmoRUp3j-upzz5q39bHuR38mQHiE5IhcSXBEDIdZAbA7sorF9KM24oYAYAeYLWUq8bAUL92TOwYJcI3FBdV2EKV03fQsvPS0bq2rWuM7qXpSY37e41fik7XyqgVbM/s320/popilush%20collections%20bodysuits.jpg.png" width="238" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Can I have shapewear that can be worn at any type of party?</b></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">Yes! A bodysuit shapewear with an invisible effect is an essential piece in your</span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">closet. It's perfect because it defines your curves under any clothes. So, you</span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">can have the body of your dreams by wearing a low-cut wedding dress or a</span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">prom outfit with an exposed back and still show off a great shape.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">The transparent wings adjust flexibly and together with the thong, it makes your </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">look much softer and sexier. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbG3kOjuB225Dbovi6udmNHiwQkjOia6CIi8MwE5lUHTa0WADpTy-DwW7Hm-pg1mugfuF-3PqQHxfEjAATWWqBptU9QyMZ9K8AIB_OZ3JxqiFOQOAVYXDWW9kl-dywslKDi5cF2gjnp0IQ0oncx21g3LeDAVJzHdhWeSSdZOhsIe4AzM2XBRd7JFpIGOE/s380/popilush%20modal%20loungewear%20maxidress%20shaping%20slip%20dress%20pink.jpg.png" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="380" data-original-width="282" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbG3kOjuB225Dbovi6udmNHiwQkjOia6CIi8MwE5lUHTa0WADpTy-DwW7Hm-pg1mugfuF-3PqQHxfEjAATWWqBptU9QyMZ9K8AIB_OZ3JxqiFOQOAVYXDWW9kl-dywslKDi5cF2gjnp0IQ0oncx21g3LeDAVJzHdhWeSSdZOhsIe4AzM2XBRd7JFpIGOE/s320/popilush%20modal%20loungewear%20maxidress%20shaping%20slip%20dress%20pink.jpg.png" width="237" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>How can I dress for a more casual party?</b></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">You can wear a dress that offers full body shaper, the famous shapewear dress </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">favorite of many women. Along with it, combine simple accessories, a beautiful </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">hairstyle and soft makeup, even more so if this party is in the morning. An </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">important day to enjoy the party to the fullest is to choose a piece that gives you </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">comfort.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">Therefore, a <a href="https://www.popilush.com/products/wide-scoop-neck-slip-long-dress" target="_blank">dress with built in shapewear</a> offers an interesting proposal as it is </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">made from modal, soft and breathable fabric. You can dance and move freely </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">and remain beautiful until the end of the event.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">This type of dress has a body shaper that comes underneath, so it doesn't </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">leave any type of marking under the clothes, but it defines the belly, butt, hips </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">and thighs. The open reinforcement makes your trips to the bathroom easier, </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">making it an important resource to optimize your time.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx9-zw39pDNpBDoTkkgxXan0yOiZVuB3fAPbaP92pRqGMsUZtoM5ct4dNpjZedgk60fLkFE5HZ8KZe47Wig55Rr2wY9ZiSFHsiXVU7OaMbmOE7wvleQOfDuvqmIYK2uI9XaK1wV4Z3N4V4h8E9yRIoxRqP_rSyex6lqSLW-fuA1FaKsX2wLmh6X8tYIQc/s340/popilush%20built-in-shapewear-deep-v-neck-twisted-shine-maxi-dress-formal-bodycon-party-summer-dress-sea-blue.jpg.png" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="252" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx9-zw39pDNpBDoTkkgxXan0yOiZVuB3fAPbaP92pRqGMsUZtoM5ct4dNpjZedgk60fLkFE5HZ8KZe47Wig55Rr2wY9ZiSFHsiXVU7OaMbmOE7wvleQOfDuvqmIYK2uI9XaK1wV4Z3N4V4h8E9yRIoxRqP_rSyex6lqSLW-fuA1FaKsX2wLmh6X8tYIQc/s320/popilush%20built-in-shapewear-deep-v-neck-twisted-shine-maxi-dress-formal-bodycon-party-summer-dress-sea-blue.jpg.png" width="237" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>And for a formal party, which shapewear dress should I wear?</b></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">There are so many interesting options. So the main advice here is to choose a </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">piece that best fits your personal style. For gala events, choose long dresses. </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">You can combine a piece made from fabric that imitates satin, with an </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">exuberant hairstyle and accessories rich in stones. Gold earrings can help </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">create a luxurious look.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">The twisted V-neckline is cute and makes your waist look even slimmer. The </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">transparent elastic provides ideal support for the bust that also aligns your </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">posture. Pair with metallic textured heel sandals to be the queen of any night </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;">party. </span></span><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcGJzjHJiGxkYNtLqBM6rk2kSupLbNJ14rDfGskCL2nvWQYCCWoy0BPoW5i3mXLNLwoGq5zMM9R-6jM4Zm5ZQ0YQkOPzrk9-09gRjTfS8afLXR2CxW2XF8wST9cEv9DoUKAEEndiWFjMxNezcw_Lotucw63GT7YqZ5RGwyl57NRQVOVDzc05u9Y7WvSlk/s332/popilush%20off%20shoulder%20dress.jpg.png" style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="332" data-original-width="247" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcGJzjHJiGxkYNtLqBM6rk2kSupLbNJ14rDfGskCL2nvWQYCCWoy0BPoW5i3mXLNLwoGq5zMM9R-6jM4Zm5ZQ0YQkOPzrk9-09gRjTfS8afLXR2CxW2XF8wST9cEv9DoUKAEEndiWFjMxNezcw_Lotucw63GT7YqZ5RGwyl57NRQVOVDzc05u9Y7WvSlk/s320/popilush%20off%20shoulder%20dress.jpg.png" width="238" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> You can also choose a <a href="https://www.popilush.com/collections/dress" target="_blank">shapewear dress</a> that delivers boldness through an off-</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> the-shoulder shape or with a one-shoulder design to create an asymmetrical </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> figure that is highly desired by women this year, being an important fashion </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> trend. These dresses emphasize the upper region more, so you can take </span></span><br /><span><span style="font-size: medium;"> advantage of this to draw attention to the neck, shoulders and collarbone area.</span></span><br /><br /><span><br /></span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-58283585864233421012024-01-26T09:51:00.000-08:002024-01-26T09:51:31.065-08:00Quote to Pause and Just Be Happy<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDHyMzv52hHc_Nm-lOeRVjMl03_nZ76tuWdQSd-4NEiJGJgDDGSxw62QDykYdOMAVzUVOBi-v2LQ1BQXSQjqSWuVOba7yb4Gyk8aqh8n43Y-pnHlmkpiwV68l9hqE7QmNsr_C6RLCNS0kQlHz5A7YT_Yep43V3xKAl5Omp1_As52YbbP3ZFtOd7_F5YU/s4032/B65B4457-F3D9-4529-9E49-48C7D18D5C12-49971-00000A8D75B476D5.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDHyMzv52hHc_Nm-lOeRVjMl03_nZ76tuWdQSd-4NEiJGJgDDGSxw62QDykYdOMAVzUVOBi-v2LQ1BQXSQjqSWuVOba7yb4Gyk8aqh8n43Y-pnHlmkpiwV68l9hqE7QmNsr_C6RLCNS0kQlHz5A7YT_Yep43V3xKAl5Omp1_As52YbbP3ZFtOd7_F5YU/w640-h480/B65B4457-F3D9-4529-9E49-48C7D18D5C12-49971-00000A8D75B476D5.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i> “Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy.” ― Guillaume Apollinaire </i></div><p></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-81124427765498975882024-01-25T05:00:00.000-08:002024-01-25T05:00:00.135-08:00Celebrate Multicultural Children’s Book Day With Me #ReadYourWorld<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i> Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div><p style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: medium;"> Did you know that January 25 is <a href="https://multiculturalchildrensbookday.com/" target="_blank">Multicultural Children's Book Day</a>? There are so many amazing books out there that help us understand each others cultures and heritage better, but they are not widely shared. Multicultural Children's Book Day is a time set aside to focus on sharing, so you can learn about the vast variety that is out there! I received a few books to review and share with you... Check them out below! </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqv9uKmudCv3j-Zvx385waU7WWXYvV0dsD675QqP10D7C2GPtkJdEF9BbIOLPBzd_8DISFSbTr0qI2gVNiNRqkur0W73XAZzmviDZ4tP2MbrUTy4CHDR8g5tmJpyBPx7Fpr4XIaLOEYuBPjVxZHKrxPvwDtLyyNqO5BgO3_VVbPpr7yQbnBVuIgaYOUo/s5272/IMG_1813.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2690" data-original-width="5272" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqv9uKmudCv3j-Zvx385waU7WWXYvV0dsD675QqP10D7C2GPtkJdEF9BbIOLPBzd_8DISFSbTr0qI2gVNiNRqkur0W73XAZzmviDZ4tP2MbrUTy4CHDR8g5tmJpyBPx7Fpr4XIaLOEYuBPjVxZHKrxPvwDtLyyNqO5BgO3_VVbPpr7yQbnBVuIgaYOUo/w640-h326/IMG_1813.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAo33qGZZ_2BGYyGB5WMy0xKHyKAtHutAL6ziqA6ylV3151OAghG5WP3X_GxH72225bg3Su1dqkif_mrApGZk6J-OsE3mBak9i-XPC0B3v_Mbe-7p_1FjsfxHGUBjDagESN0Idm3sTs_AHYlwoURHMPg_BTii_bfx30lOx-N4ac5nGfbGDj5zMj6Wya8Q/s5158/IMG_1814.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5158" data-original-width="1676" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAo33qGZZ_2BGYyGB5WMy0xKHyKAtHutAL6ziqA6ylV3151OAghG5WP3X_GxH72225bg3Su1dqkif_mrApGZk6J-OsE3mBak9i-XPC0B3v_Mbe-7p_1FjsfxHGUBjDagESN0Idm3sTs_AHYlwoURHMPg_BTii_bfx30lOx-N4ac5nGfbGDj5zMj6Wya8Q/w208-h640/IMG_1814.jpeg" width="208" /></a></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">“<a href="https://amzn.to/3HwnGHw" target="_blank">Beautiful Rainbow World</a>” by Suzee Ramirez and
Lynne Raspet. This book is filled with beautiful <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2X-KHISIGI/" target="_blank">images</a> of children
around the world, reminding us of the beauty that we are all together.It is made to be a sing along or a read, and children of all ages can enjoy it.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> “<a href="https://amzn.to/3HwRy6s" target="_blank">Together Til’ The End - Ife’s Incredible Friends</a>” by Dr. Tee Tee and illustrated by Rolando DeCastro III. I love the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2TEeRJS9yJ/" target="_blank">story</a> to this, and the way it introduces different cultures and shares differences people face. It’s such a good book for little ones and would be perfect to add to a homeschooling collection. There’s so much teaching and the illustrations are adorable!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">“<a href="https://amzn.to/42cZ6oo" target="_blank">Belinda Lifts Her Voice</a>” by Luisa Orellana-Castillo, Brizel Martinez Cruz, and Camila Melany De la Luz Villegas with illustrations by Romeo Montero. This is a book about a little girls <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2cwrZjR9cV/" target="_blank">strength</a> to keep pushing for what is right. The pages are written bilingual in English and Spanish, and would be great for a language class! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3vPFk6z" target="_blank">"Food For The Future - Sustainable Farms Around the World</a>" by Mia Wenjen and illustrations by Robert Sae-Heng, This beautiful book is about discovering several different ways that people around the world care for our planet and grow us the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2fXWd7ptM3/?igsh=ZmdsMXptZnRseG4z" target="_blank">food</a> we eat. I love that this book has definitions on every page, and details in the back of the book, to bring more information on farms and locations.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Every single on of these books I received for review were all excellent reads. They work so well at explaining different scenarios to children, and would be fantastic for using in your homeschool or school classrooms, or even just reading with your children at home. <br /></span></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span>I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.</span></span></i></span></span></span></p></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-68185889368091204642024-01-24T05:00:00.000-08:002024-01-24T05:00:00.137-08:008 Methods Of Supporting A Cause You Care About<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-c0958950-7fff-7a02-9f97-7476d06a125e" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ntyXcPtD0VKNCdhYINIVT1NlDGSq0Qg8JGLcn_7oh5EmfR9ANoqMhSF6hnS4l9PrXRBEsnpLfee0kTK_33aEsfI7kLapOxq91pjwMeI7gU4tcx5T10ds0aiX26_Vn6jEB-eNr5C8KP9jPNqPNnCI8r0" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/three-people-donating-goods-6646918/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><i><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Pexels - CC0 License</span></span></i></a></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The term “be the change you wish to see in the world” can seem reductive, but it’s ultimately true. If we wish other people were more patient, exercising patience can be a fantastic method of leading by example. If we want to experience more kindness, expressing kindness will often see that energy reflected at us. Moreover, although many of us are limited in what we can achieve as individuals, that doesn’t mean our contributions are worthless. Far from it, in fact.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For this reason, if you intend to support a cause you care about, knowing where to start is the only thing holding you back. Perhaps you hope to raise awareness about an illness that a loved one is suffering, or you intend to be an advocate for a cause that you do empathize with. Supporting a cause you care about can help us feel like we’re contributing, especially at the local level.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this post, we’ll detail eight methods you can take to perfect that cause-first approach, inspiring you to get out there and deliver the worth you’re more than capable of.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Researching The Cause</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sometimes, just learning </span><a href="https://www.givewell.org/researching-charities-on-your-own" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">about the cause</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can be enough. It may feel as though you need to immediately spread awareness but don’t forget other people are doing that too, and they would love nothing more than for you to listen. That’s all you have to do.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After all, you don’t have to learn about an illness like motor neuron disease and become an expert on it within days. Learning, listening to stories, looking into online research, and understanding the statistics for how many people are affected and what research needs to be funded can help you not only understand the condition but also resolution measures.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This way, you can avoid sitting back on easy methods of contributing (like posting to an Instagram story) and perhaps instead attend a talk given locally by an expert in the field. That’s not to say you can’t decide how far you get involved, but having deep knowledge can help you dispel misinformation and rely on trusted sources.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteering Your Time</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’d be surprised just how many </span><a href="https://doinggoodleeds.org.uk/volunteering/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">volunteering opportunities</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> exist if you’re willing to get involved. For example, if you hope to help with your local homeless community, heading to the shelter and volunteering your time to feed them one night every two weeks can be a great help. You might also drive to the donation centres to reclaim them for certain shelters.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is just one example. It might be that volunteering your time working on the local town council to put together a holiday event or fundraiser can be a wonderful idea. We often think our funds are the most important resource we have, and yes, that helps, but your time is quite literally irreplaceable. Investing that, no matter how little you have to spare, can do a world of good.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Donating Financial Resources</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Making a cash donation to any charity with a good reputation can be more than enough to help a cause. It’s also wise to look into the charity and their efforts before you begin, because some of them are non-profit legally but may still spend most of their </span><a href="https://www.fundraisingregulator.org.uk/more-from-us/resources/tips-giving-safely-charity-advice-public" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">operational costs</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> on salaries and other marketing ventures instead of paying a large percentage to the cause they support. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">But of course, this is only the most direct method of supporting, and hardly the only way you can transfer wealth to a good cause. For example, you might donate your older but still clean and usable clothes to a local charity store. Then, when that item is purchased, you’ll have effectively donated to the charity monetarily. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Financial resources can also come through:</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Participating In Fundraising Events</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising can be a wonderful method of supporting a cause you care about. In fact, you can do a great deal of good and make memories for life through this process. For example, it might be that after losing a relative, you decide to train for a half-marathon in support of a cause that researches the illness they went through. You can ask for donations from family, friends or even colleagues to finish this. Not only does getting in shape and training for a fun event help you feel great, but you can spread awareness about the condition and make a very real financial contribution to it afterward. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not only can this help you seek a little closure from the sadness you’ve been through and the loved one you’ve lost, but in many cases charities are so grateful to work you with, they’ll help you along by providing a bib for a marathon, or other promotional materials you can use for your fundraising campaign. It’s a highly positive outcome despite experiencing something so tragic. You’ll have </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2024/01/calming-activities-to-try-at-home-after.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">made a material difference</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> you might not have been able to on your own, but it will be entirely self-led.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Starting A Non-Profit</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A non-profit doesn’t have to be an international organization. It can simply be a small charity you register and take donations for, perhaps within your local community. You can even use </span><a href="https://classful.com/fundraising/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">nonprofit fundraising</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> guides to make this more of a scheduled approach that makes the most difference over the long term. Understanding that can give you the motivation to keep going, and to keep developing bigger and better methods towards running charitable events.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Moreover, it can help you advocate for those in your local area, keeping your contributions to the community instead of a larger charity that spreads the fundraising among their many departments. If there’s an issue in your local area going unaddressed, such as activities for the youth or funding for local disability initatives, this is a wonderful way to do what you can. Who knows, maybe you’ll even expand this non-profit as time goes on?</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Supporting Local Initiatives</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Of course, running a non-profit is still a lot of work. Not everyone has the time for it. But you can certainly </span><a href="https://www.fifty-five-plus.com/blog/community/6-simple-ways-to-help-your-local-community/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">support initiatives</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> being taken up in your community, even in small ways. For example, it might be that your local community authority is fundraising for better disability access in the town. Or maybe the proceeds of a local food festival are going to a charity you believe in.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’d be amazed at just how many local people are willing to make a difference near you. If you need another pep in your step, it can be good to ignore all the online discourse and constant political battles and spend time helping people trying to make a difference in your community. If you ever want to feel a sense of joy and hope in the world again, that kind of exposure can make all the difference from top to bottom. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The reality of seeing people just like you, living in the same space, making a difference and focusing on causes you care about is inspiring to say the least. Moreover, it’s more “real” than whatever topic is filling up the timeline that week. As we can see, serving others isn’t necessarily a selfless activity, because it can feel so inspiring and satisfying to take part in. Better yet, you don’t have to feel guilty about that, because your approach will have been comfortable.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Advocating For Policy Change</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Should you have to get involved in local politics to make charitable contributions? Not necessarily. But it’s hard to deny that this is often where the biggest decisions get made. Sure, local councillors are hardly free to do what they want every single day, but they can certainly focus on matters that their constituents care about.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Now, we’re not here to give you a full political guide nor dictate what you should believe, of course. But it might be that adding pressure to your local political representation, voting in the local elections, and being mindful to support causes that matter to you can help you raise your voice and make yourself count. In some cases, this can help you have real traction against very real issues taking place in your area.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For example, if a local library is at threat of being closed, or an area is being gentrified and pricing out all of the small businesses, or if you find that road conditions in an area are unsafe, being very vocal about these issues can be helpful. </span><a href="https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/implement/changing-policies/overview/main" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Advocating for policy change</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> allows you to move the needle just a tiny bit more toward the change you’re looking for.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be Patient</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As frustrating as it can be sometimes, change takes time. Sometimes, it can take a long time. But without people like you, the issue would be worse off. Moreover, you can help to inspire others who are sympathetic to your cause to take actionable steps forward, too.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When we not only speak about it, but do it, other people question if they should contribute too. Sometimes, all it takes is one courageous person to break the ranks and develop the world in a better direction. Could it be that now is your opportunity for such a calling? It’s worth asking.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With this advice, you’re certain to support that cause you care about, without losing </span><a href="https://www.lifehack.org/823377/how-do-i-change" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">your motivation</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for the topic at hand nor feeling confused as to what to do.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /><br /></span>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-52843075823541910702024-01-17T06:00:00.000-08:002024-01-23T16:15:34.266-08:00Kids' Interactive Baking Play Set by Pillowfort<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i> Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> If you and your kids love play food, then you will LOVE this adorable <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2dkQBUvwhP/" target="_blank">Interactive Baking Play Set by Pillowfort</a>. </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Y3YPMgGBED_0ghYEo94WNfi4oaLtMm1zZp0qJdS326ZOtNUeesywFVClRjQsXTlaC3GP-gKeD6jPydOaF28C4Tlvb3aDZVBoWpFThrOPjKyrVdrvDZvhacaahn93I3h9L8bvawGKij5QCZEU4qlARaLPwOrAVtf9OllNVYCoQDv4FMYxrOGY8ZaXtuY/s4095/493FA19F-DD33-42C3-91B2-9C552C066200.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3216" data-original-width="4095" height="314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Y3YPMgGBED_0ghYEo94WNfi4oaLtMm1zZp0qJdS326ZOtNUeesywFVClRjQsXTlaC3GP-gKeD6jPydOaF28C4Tlvb3aDZVBoWpFThrOPjKyrVdrvDZvhacaahn93I3h9L8bvawGKij5QCZEU4qlARaLPwOrAVtf9OllNVYCoQDv4FMYxrOGY8ZaXtuY/w400-h314/493FA19F-DD33-42C3-91B2-9C552C066200.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUbLHFcHVv3rlXz4Xc0rRPBnYPnkialnHdSWYxID5kgO1fsg_YBodEypA8ItM0iXPd_12tU2mKeYIi5OHx76gutt3q9AdmMLJRUyyJjFr17zl_xa_63hdt4_ldbsXqFS-ccVkNuvAU84t3st3vKaO7cMo3cT2yhHgGjj8zWzOi_VYyufPR4GdiOOroZSE/s4923/IMG_0912.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3692" data-original-width="4923" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUbLHFcHVv3rlXz4Xc0rRPBnYPnkialnHdSWYxID5kgO1fsg_YBodEypA8ItM0iXPd_12tU2mKeYIi5OHx76gutt3q9AdmMLJRUyyJjFr17zl_xa_63hdt4_ldbsXqFS-ccVkNuvAU84t3st3vKaO7cMo3cT2yhHgGjj8zWzOi_VYyufPR4GdiOOroZSE/s320/IMG_0912.jpeg" width="320" /></a> It comes with six different cookies from around the world, as well as an informational card explaining each cookie- it's name, describing the taste, where it originated from, and when it's often used. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> The box, which happens to resemble an actual cookie or donut box, also contains a cloth pan to "cook" the cookies in, a spatula for serving, and a pot holder.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Not only is this set cute and fun, but it can also be used to teach your little ones about different cookie cultures. Children everywhere will love it. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I know I do! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Find this Fun Pillowfort Baking Set and other awesome items available at your local <a href="https://www.target.com/b/pillowfort/-/N-o212a?lnk=snav_rd_pillowfort" target="_blank">Target</a>. <br /></span></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span>I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.</span></span></i></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span> </span></span></i></span></span></span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-30825816921099827532024-01-13T06:00:00.000-08:002024-01-13T20:54:57.723-08:00Calming Activities to Try At Home After a Stressful Day<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-d3c99ebf-7fff-56d1-da3c-66a6f826d0fc" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you walk into your home after a particularly stressful day at work, you need a way to relax, unwind and feel calm again. Your body can start to hold tension and your mental health may start to suffer if you don’t have an effective method to release your worries after a busy day. Whether you’re hoping to relieve symptoms of </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2016/02/tranquility-essential-oil-for-anxiety.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">anxiety and stress</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, or you’re simply looking for an enjoyable hobby that you can do at home, there are so many ways in which you can feel calmer on a day to day basis. If you’re wondering what you can do from the comfort of your own home, here are a few ideas that can help you get started.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yoga</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yoga is such an effective form of relaxation that you should never underestimate. Even if you have never tried yoga before you can get started right away by following a simple online tutorial. If you’re too nervous to attend an in person class, you can get a mat in your living room and follow a simple flow online. The breathing methods are a helpful tool to help you deal with any sort of stress in your day to day life too.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Origami</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Doing any form of crafting activity is a brilliant way to clear your mind and bring yourself a sense of calm after a stressful day. </span><a href="https://www.origami.org/category/dollar-bill/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dollar bill origami</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is very easy to pick up and so enjoyable to try out, so why not give it a go? You can do this activity by yourself, with your children or even with your friends too!</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Coloring</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Adult coloring books are becoming more and more popular and for a very good reason. There is something so calming and therapeutic about coloring a picture, especially if you’re hoping to switch off your brain and relax your mind for an hour or so. It’s also a brilliant way to wind down if you are feeling overstimulated, and want to get away from the noise of the television or other electronic devices that may be around you.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Singing</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are proven links between improved mental health and </span><a href="https://www.singupfoundation.org/singing-health#:~:text=Singing%20lowers%20cortisol%20and%20relieves,lowers%20stress%20and%20anxiety%20levels." style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">singing</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, so why not give it a go next time you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed? You don’t have to be a professional singer to make the most of exercising your vocal chords and it may quickly become one of your go-to hobbies to do at home!</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Trying out these calming activities will soon give you a good idea of what works best for you and your personality. Everyone is completely different and will naturally gravitate towards a different type of activity depending on what your personal preferences are. You may find that coloring is the perfect calming activity to release tension and free your body from stress. However, some others may prefer to get crafty and use their artistic sides to create something to be proud of. Try each option out for yourself and explore the best relaxing pastime to enjoy in the comfort of your own home!</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/d2ROcdxdNWVCecE22cG833t6p_HjMHaYBJ1EL7Tng8q58-YOBth1l-vJ6NV__gZWjvice1N3v1LnFMnhYLmwZoPJ3wRqTmG82Pik3BW8nLXv_o2KZecdgmIZwMcHg0-vNOtW1MuQ3RAyklKu5cNQW-Y" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-meditating-in-bedroom-3772612/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><i><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Image from Pexels - CC0 Licence</span></span></i></a></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-70651330428111705432024-01-08T12:05:00.000-08:002024-01-08T12:05:50.691-08:00Rainy Day Quotes and Coffee on Time Well Spent <p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw3PQMKBQIHUadaPUxu6mme-73I__CAYyr-8Q-BZZ0AOh-6-PRfI4KhnfdRp1SC_jz6Sifv4v63hT5oqg2B3Fao3kQOOv0ByuEmQGSxIUjCEWVPz3bkPq3KE1EPBce7MWMEshk5hyphenhyphenL-j53tZrEfYMz_zpTZyfb4rVnAe4nllQ227raIXELMMEaIiKkx7Y/s2954/7533DFD1-928E-4963-9C3E-86DCF06F0821.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2954" data-original-width="2954" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw3PQMKBQIHUadaPUxu6mme-73I__CAYyr-8Q-BZZ0AOh-6-PRfI4KhnfdRp1SC_jz6Sifv4v63hT5oqg2B3Fao3kQOOv0ByuEmQGSxIUjCEWVPz3bkPq3KE1EPBce7MWMEshk5hyphenhyphenL-j53tZrEfYMz_zpTZyfb4rVnAe4nllQ227raIXELMMEaIiKkx7Y/w640-h640/7533DFD1-928E-4963-9C3E-86DCF06F0821.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><i><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></i><p class="b-qt qt_159029" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; color: #101010; line-height: 37px; margin: 0px 0px 15px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Fredericka the Great;">“Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it's at work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and savored.” - Earl Nightingale</span></i></p><p class="b-qt qt_159029" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; color: #101010; line-height: 37px; margin: 0px 0px 15px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Fredericka the Great;"><br /></span></i></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-42334173619452183222024-01-06T05:30:00.000-08:002024-01-06T05:30:00.134-08:00Making Nature Based Dyes for WaterColor Art<p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); caret-color: rgb(15, 105, 255); color: #1d2228; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Did you know you can make nature based watercolor dyes? There are so many things just growing outside that are free and available for you to experiment with and make colors for your artful masterpiece. Of course it will depend on the season for what might be growing at the time, but you could easily improvise with what you may have on hand or find in a store near you. Below are some ideas to give you the colors you need. </span></span></p><div class="yahoo-signature" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); caret-color: rgb(15, 105, 255); color: #1d2228;"></div><div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); caret-color: rgb(15, 105, 255); color: #1d2228;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); caret-color: rgb(15, 105, 255); color: #1d2228;"><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Blue</span>/<span style="color: #800180;">Purple</span>: huckleberries, blueberries, grapes, red cabbage, wilted rose petals</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;">Red</span>: beets, red elderberry, strawberries, cherries, raspberries</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #ffd966;">Yellow</span>/<span style="color: #ffa400;">Orange</span>: onion skins, golden beet, yellow turnip, celery leaves, carrots, turmeric</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Green</span>: peppermint, spinach, artichoke leaves</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;">Brown</span>: coffee, tea, red onion skins, walnut hulls and husks, bark and dried leaves</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Black/<span style="color: #666666;">Gray</span>: wood/almond charcoal (burning wood or almond to produce a burnt residue)</span></i></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> </span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Among these, there are so many other ideas that can give you colors of the rainbow to design your piece. You can experiment with basically anything and see just what beauty of color it gives you!</span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Mountains of Christmas; font-size: x-large;">Enjoy!</span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7bIn1Vwd-qKKH5X9lrbfdE9WOpvq0kZBrErya7CuvM-FeQryWeenGXu66oV3ymwKtq0GM-K7714uwKe-6v7r_JNZldTD8hqGbLITCWtUkbOPMucUvJtYQY0hMOCgsSpYuYtGJEj9vdjkYHzGgyCrc3ODh6bAZeH9R2cgSdT6fApXjz7ZupsudLBrovVI/s5712/IMG_1208.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4284" data-original-width="5712" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7bIn1Vwd-qKKH5X9lrbfdE9WOpvq0kZBrErya7CuvM-FeQryWeenGXu66oV3ymwKtq0GM-K7714uwKe-6v7r_JNZldTD8hqGbLITCWtUkbOPMucUvJtYQY0hMOCgsSpYuYtGJEj9vdjkYHzGgyCrc3ODh6bAZeH9R2cgSdT6fApXjz7ZupsudLBrovVI/w640-h480/IMG_1208.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-27519970455272158352024-01-05T07:00:00.000-08:002024-01-05T10:20:35.416-08:00Tips For Stress Management As a Couple<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-b6655fb0-7fff-5b0f-7ca4-ebed33a7a319" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are times in a relationship when one person might be feeling stressed, anxious, and worried - if those signs aren’t picked up or the problem isn’t shared, it can eat away at a healthy relationship. For those who know that they keep their worries to themselves, it can be easy to let stress pile up - and eventually, that will spill over. It leads to arguments and health issues. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: medium; display: inline-block; height: 401px; overflow: hidden; width: 602px;"><img height="401" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/K7qwt4mBda5C3D21S0MD2ajMfzglJhWzBsVaSYosGXk2YXs8fhPxa8DtFraxOwET-Si_3-qlDr-LPfXlGS6dAb3ctsr2nuq39V8eueFIrdesdPzUNgo3tezpGSzJbF9Lrz0cc8ifSEY0B-hliqO32eE" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="602" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Photo by</span><a href="https://unsplash.com/@nci?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">National Cancer Institute</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> on</span><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-wearing-gold-wedding-band-BxXgTQEw1M4?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Unsplash</span></a></span></i></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So, tackling stress and anxiety together is a must; here is how to do it. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Talk </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Healthy relationships have a good and </span><a href="https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/how-to-communicate-in-a-relationship/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">high level of communication</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Laying things out on the table means that they are open for discussion, and resolutions and support can be found. If you are the partner who is stressed but hiding it - honestly is the best policy, you can get the help and support you need unless you are sharing and your partner isn’t a mind reader. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are the partner that has noticed your partner seems to be stressed or worried, speak up and tell them you sense there might be something troubling them. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Talk it through - not matter how difficult it is, because stress changes a lot of things - including a relationship. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Space </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stress can make people grouchy and much more likely to say something mean, upsetting, or cruel. So one of the things that can be helpful is to make sure that the parent who feels that they are stressed or under pressure has alone time if they need it. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Space comes in many forms, though. It could be a few hours of quiet, it might be a walk - together but quietly, or it may be a few days away. Figure out what space is for your dynamic and how best to achieve it. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Calming activities </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Let’s be realistic - the world and life are more demanding than ever - so setting time aside to do something that is calming for you both can relieve a lot of stress. Discuss options, and see if there is a way to add something to your everyday life that allows you to make room for calm activities. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Listening to music together, reading, talking, a walk, yoga, or a super relaxing pamper, including a </span><a href="https://www.thecbdistillery.com/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">cbd</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> oil massage, a warm bath, and even a face mask. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sipping tea in a bathrobe while reading a book sounds pretty good! </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tackle it</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sometimes, the best way through it is to tackle it. When you and your partner understand the source of the stress, you can discuss the most effective ways to reduce or stop it. </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It might include splitting up more house chores, talking through financial issues, or helping them find a new work role that doesn’t weigh so heavily. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A couple is strongest when they are both actively sharing, communicating, supporting and looking for solutions to the issues that they have. Keep in mind that depending on how long the stress has been impacting your partner, you might need some <a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2019/05/the-intimate-connection-book-review.html" target="_blank">t</a></span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2019/05/the-intimate-connection-book-review.html" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ime to reconnect</span></span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> with each other. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></span></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-59403262320786569152023-12-31T10:01:00.000-08:002024-01-05T10:20:18.129-08:00Get 30% Off All Orgain Products For The New Year!<div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Did you know that you can get 30% Off any <a href="https://bit.ly/3D0Rau7" target="_blank">Orgain</a> Product, when you use my Referral Code<i>? <span style="font-family: Inconsolata;">WAFFLES30</span></i></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><span style="font-family: Inconsolata;"> </span></i></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuuXlkwWzKcRg4fQsR0PQ25euAy5V-DTq80YLsGLda-eskXhFpu5LJP2NLEtw4qo7siOyjWzoYtLUsaUqTPWPukQrhq-bufiOuYFWwuhFZLHBXzUst-6qSn2HSkdzotTyrDFqWy78zfVhVdu98vLJmCMqS9FQruuK-vIJJx3SXb-G0ByIU_PQGSEyHo5M/s795/Screenshot%202024-01-05%20at%2010-14-42%20Amanda%E2%9C%8F%20(@temporarywaffle)%20%E2%80%A2%20Instagram%20photos%20and%20videos.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="795" data-original-width="635" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuuXlkwWzKcRg4fQsR0PQ25euAy5V-DTq80YLsGLda-eskXhFpu5LJP2NLEtw4qo7siOyjWzoYtLUsaUqTPWPukQrhq-bufiOuYFWwuhFZLHBXzUst-6qSn2HSkdzotTyrDFqWy78zfVhVdu98vLJmCMqS9FQruuK-vIJJx3SXb-G0ByIU_PQGSEyHo5M/w512-h640/Screenshot%202024-01-05%20at%2010-14-42%20Amanda%E2%9C%8F%20(@temporarywaffle)%20%E2%80%A2%20Instagram%20photos%20and%20videos.png" width="512" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"> Orgain has so many great products, from powders to bars, and supplements to nutrition, there's something to help get you going and on the path to healthiness.</span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Some of my favorites items are their Protein Powders, because they are always coming out with new flavors to try! <br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"> These protein powders make excellent shakes, but you can also you them in recipes! 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All opinions my own.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> <br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> If you are one of the many people who have a hard time falling asleep each night, there are several remedies and medicines out there that can help you reach a peaceful rest. Some are amazing, some not so great, and as always, the results will defer per person. </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAS3Z2JsYTTUx_JQn-mbHAIEEb7zxhBlpWBJJiqh2eQ6GeUccWsc2rJhgZKyspHKVgWPHYeMn8yLF1vHkyjf-8stZuKY7bYbuP-02fl38re31Gb07tYVO9-HnuB1IinsqxlMLH9gO79rk92-OqYTC5TReN_VQwS_5d4BBFJ7f0scvFvbsRlu6SBKTDfmA/s1444/IMG_1680.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1444" data-original-width="1179" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAS3Z2JsYTTUx_JQn-mbHAIEEb7zxhBlpWBJJiqh2eQ6GeUccWsc2rJhgZKyspHKVgWPHYeMn8yLF1vHkyjf-8stZuKY7bYbuP-02fl38re31Gb07tYVO9-HnuB1IinsqxlMLH9gO79rk92-OqYTC5TReN_VQwS_5d4BBFJ7f0scvFvbsRlu6SBKTDfmA/s320/IMG_1680.jpeg" width="261" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"> I was recently given the chance to try out a sleep aide by </span><span style="font-size: medium;">Redd Remedies, called At Ease PM. This is a melatonin-free pill that promotes better sleep and relaxation, without having that yucky next day feeling of grogginess. </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The way At Ease PM works, is that it contains ingredients such as Magnesium, California Poppy, and Hops, natural remedies to help calm your mind and release tension from your body. <br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> You take one pill about 30 minutes before you are ready to fall asleep, and despite the size, the pill is actually really easy to swallow. Within an hour or less, I could begin feeling the tiredness set in. My body was relaxing, my breath was slowing, and I slowly drifted off to sleep. I experienced noticeably deeper sleep and had very eventful dreams! I woke up the next morning, feeling more rested and didn’t feel any negative effects of sleepiness. These pills have been great at giving me a more enjoyable night of rest! </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you're interested in Redd Remedies At Ease PM, visit their website at <a href="https://reddremedies.com/products/at-ease-pm" target="_blank">reddremedies.com</a> where you can also see more information and other products!<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span>I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.</span></span></i></span></span></span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-75828726346786402442023-12-21T05:00:00.000-08:002023-12-21T05:00:00.145-08:00Making Better Use Of Your Creativity In Your Daily Life<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-a7dbbb28-7fff-8938-697c-376a0364023d" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Being creative is a great joy, and one of the things that can make life so much more amazing. If you are creative or you are keen to build on your </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2023/12/learning-photography-heres-how-to-make.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">creativity</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, then this is the kind of thing that can be quite useful in quite a few ways. And the fact is that making better use of that creativity can turn out to be a really powerful thing as well. All in all, making good use of your creativity is well worthwhile - and it’s something you might actually be able to do easier than you might assume.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ZgLhlBvDDZe7m58rWVe3l_mJSKsX8u7-RyNE0iPZS6neUYX6yICj2O6NVDPHD-JrENcwpF2mVK-qILkDcjn9cEAYyOoJhAI58aGeDhior3cEYsLdsqDlXhgqzhTOPUHGuLAk6DyuT3C4CCpuYiZ_J-U" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-knitting-brown-leather-textile-982657/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pic Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this article, we are going to discuss some of the great ways to make better use of your creativity. As long as you are trying out some of the following things, you should find that you are able to make much better use of your creativity in your daily life, with all of the benefits that this can bring.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Understanding The Benefits Of Creativity</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To help with that, however, it can first be important to really appreciate what the </span><a href="https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20210105-why-being-creative-is-good-for-you" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">benefits of creativity</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can be. There are so many of these to know about and be aware of, and it’s something that you should always be able to work on if you really want to make sure that you are aware of just how great creativity is. So what are some of the best benefits to using your creativity?</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the main ones is actually to do with your health. It has been shown time and time again that being creative can be good for your health, and in ways that can be quite surprising. One of the main ways this happens is through the way in which creativity leads to happier and better pathways in the brain, and that is something that is really quite amazing to see. This is thanks to something known as neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to literally, physically change over time.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Beyond that, creativity can help you to feel more in touch with yourself, with </span><a href="https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/doing_something_creative_can_boost_your_well_being" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">your body</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, mind and soul. If you are spiritual at all, it can help with getting more in touch with that, too. These are clear benefits that you are going to want to be aware of if you want to make the most of your creativity.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 408px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="408" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/euTmoSWfCDaJ3AbKybgVhQHnJOiHMqMW2RgBr-D1MXWzQfUdpz89UP9toczV2cd34d6e3CyS9WNes75bk7mdMKZLKf3DircEbb5aEq5mgd5PnufBZBwKO2JhWrbhtcytzEsMhjMpR-ldk2IY0xughzo" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/blue-and-purple-color-pencils-159825/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pic Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You Are Already Creative</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the main tenets of all this is the idea that you are already creative. That’s important, because a lot of us have been made to feel that creativity is something you either have or don’t have, and that’s simply not the case. Everyone has their own kind of creativity that they can develop and build on, and that’s just the way it is. If you don’t currently feel in touch with your own creativity, it’s because it is dormant, not because it’s simply not there.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With that in mind, you should try to remember that you are already creative, and that you are simply going to need to try and make use of that creativity. If you can remember that, you should find that all this is much easier to do.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Creativity Is A Muscle</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Aligned with that is the idea of </span><a href="https://creativityworkshop.com/articles/creativity-in-everyday-life-3" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">creativity as a muscle</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, rather than, again, something you either have or don’t have. The truth is that creativity is a muscle, it can be trained and used, and the more you do so, the easier it becomes to use it. If you have not exercised a muscle for a while, it can be hard to use and can even hurt - until you start using it again, at which point it quickly starts to build and develop.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So you might want to think of your creativity in these terms, and see what that does for you. You might be pleasantly surprised at just how amazing this can be. Ultimately, it can lead to a distinct improvement in the relationship you have with your own creativity, so that is something that you might want to be aware of in all this.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 415px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="415" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/xbkUuO6nesf32tIKqIOSmNEtnvQ1J71nqon8QwC-KQenQY909Txc7QFK3XHL-C5-i_XrV-rzQcdAnS3pBs-WphCuzRXhTfEUhtQLNIiKnC-8JCFTPaSr9c6fl_bVOeJn9Y4dXB2hpfvoaC_KLTl9s2E" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/pencils-in-stainless-steel-bucket-159644/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pic Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try Making Something New</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are keen to exercise your creativity a little more, there are many ways to do so, and one of the most powerful is simply to try making something new. If you can do that, you’ll find that you are going to have a much better chance of actually building up your creativity, and of enjoying the process of doing so too.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You might be wondering what you should make, but it’s entirely up to you, and there are so many things that you might consider here. You can go to </span><a href="https://www.craftdirect.com/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">craftdirect.com</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and start making some crafty things based on what you find there, or you could get into woodworking if you want to make a table or something similar for instance. It’s entirely up to you, but just make sure that you are trying something new at least some of the time. That is going to help you to build your creativity soon enough.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use Your Creativity At Work</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Of course, you don’t have to think of </span><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-main-ingredient/202312/develop-a-creativity-habit-and-get-more-out-of-life" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">creativity</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> as something that is separate from the rest of your life, and it might not be the best approach to do so. Instead, you can try to begin to apply your creativity to different areas of your life. And a good place to start with that is your work, which is somewhere that you probably put a lot of effort into already, and which you can therefore use as a kind of playground for your creativity.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are many ways and opportunities to use your creativity at work, and it’s something that you might indeed want to do starting today. You might find that this starts to make a huge difference to how you experience your work on the whole, so it’s really something that you should bear in mind.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Those are some of the best things to consider when it comes to making good use of your creativity in your daily life.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-47722444227273067782023-12-17T06:00:00.000-08:002023-12-20T20:24:53.353-08:00Brighten Your Holiday with Candoliers from Wondershop by Target<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> <span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i> Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Light your way through the holiday season with this beautiful Candolier Set from <a href="https://www.target.com/b/wondershop/-/N-st5r5" target="_blank">Wondershop</a> by Target</span><span style="font-size: x-large;">!</span><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b><br /><br /> This
set comes with six warm white candles that are power operated by 2 AA
Alkaline Batteries for each candle, though batteries are not included.
You place the batteries inside at the designated time you want the
candles coming on each night, and like clockwork, they will come on
daily until the batteries die out. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOi2FFO5FH7rhaR4F251YGeJCssXAlkuj27W8WBCm_aIXKD9O1zfB298qEY3VebmtDnr9ewzbKrXPVNyxpdYuEC8L1KRQfLQ0MibDHMf8ngTPqdQZ-QrD-gPSNFqW3jDl8AH55eId9IgEdRxe2Fywwhr3JNc1tk7Ggy6jYK_NV_6qssrLbqOp1jFmqqDM/s422/Workshop%20Candolier%20Set.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="422" data-original-width="337" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOi2FFO5FH7rhaR4F251YGeJCssXAlkuj27W8WBCm_aIXKD9O1zfB298qEY3VebmtDnr9ewzbKrXPVNyxpdYuEC8L1KRQfLQ0MibDHMf8ngTPqdQZ-QrD-gPSNFqW3jDl8AH55eId9IgEdRxe2Fywwhr3JNc1tk7Ggy6jYK_NV_6qssrLbqOp1jFmqqDM/w256-h320/Workshop%20Candolier%20Set.png" width="256" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ2mUGHTcIBFlUNPzpaaHbpGDyrCVxnHjv_sY0sW-semwAuO-ahMmG-Md0BTCz-G9hEkQaOeTg_oiBO1xonPGhEbKAIecJRvDas0iByZN68Ve5WljCKSjvC2KLKGY7Fmmjh8o9wdL-9YvROSQjVexsM5euPDNQ6-VDyuAFwuQgG_psH1g89ujk9GUfUO4/s469/Workshop%20Candolier%20Set%20unboxed.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="469" data-original-width="393" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ2mUGHTcIBFlUNPzpaaHbpGDyrCVxnHjv_sY0sW-semwAuO-ahMmG-Md0BTCz-G9hEkQaOeTg_oiBO1xonPGhEbKAIecJRvDas0iByZN68Ve5WljCKSjvC2KLKGY7Fmmjh8o9wdL-9YvROSQjVexsM5euPDNQ6-VDyuAFwuQgG_psH1g89ujk9GUfUO4/s320/Workshop%20Candolier%20Set%20unboxed.png" width="268" /></a></div></div><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Once on, these candles will stay lit
for six hours and then shut off until approximately the same time
the next day. This allows the candles to be longer lasting than others,
so you won’t need to change out the batteries as often. I’ve had mine
going for about a month now and still haven’t had to replace the
batteries! They’re amazing and so beautiful. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> You can dress these candles
up with wreaths or garlands, or you can leave them as is and they will
look just as nice. They really brighten up a window seal, mantel, or table
centerpiece. They’re gorgeous and so easy to use, I want to display these lights all over my house!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7xxf4Er0tije7ItD5xTv3ttUjA9qLSROilRsNEdcyjUkjz7Dw6WxdfrCuMe44O1XukSnGUNBFaL5hsV_-v1MBx0QXBlVRtjLDJ7BaovJY7IQQsPDELR4D3K46a4lXQkWMOX9EMojvtMfmvFxUoyjJXf0hp6-G3yxlHm5ibJx8M-w-tl_R7Kz-Z5ETag0/s773/Workshop%20Candolier%20on%20Window.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="372" data-original-width="773" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7xxf4Er0tije7ItD5xTv3ttUjA9qLSROilRsNEdcyjUkjz7Dw6WxdfrCuMe44O1XukSnGUNBFaL5hsV_-v1MBx0QXBlVRtjLDJ7BaovJY7IQQsPDELR4D3K46a4lXQkWMOX9EMojvtMfmvFxUoyjJXf0hp6-G3yxlHm5ibJx8M-w-tl_R7Kz-Z5ETag0/w640-h309/Workshop%20Candolier%20on%20Window.png" width="640" /></a></div></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>You can find this six piece candolier set available for purchase at <a href="https://www.target.com/p/6ct-battery-operated-led-christmas-candolier-warm-white-with-antique-gold-base-wondershop-8482/-/A-54444808" target="_blank">Target</a>, in different base finishes while they last! <br /></i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: xx-small;"><i>I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review and compensation.. All opinions my own.</i></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"></span><pre style="color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: pre-wrap; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /><br /></span></pre></div><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-58866936434500778302023-12-15T13:41:00.000-08:002023-12-15T13:41:46.437-08:00Learning Photography? Here's How to Make Money<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div id="docs-internal-guid-88959387-7fff-0b5f-f1e9-c4710e4ec564" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 484px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="484" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/spP5-zgzYSazkaKWu2XWLaBw0pQcbCx53y8WMTaWwqJQQ3ITwvvT6cy8wROBVKRogLNqM4pCXlLx6vU69SewDStDEboUCrMK04bEIN7V_e3HJo_57oRECvI-tFUTrJv-VHA2htTT62CsrGycGEZxiNE" style="margin-left: -53.67699115044251px; margin-top: 0px;" width="731.353982300885" /></span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></span></div><div id="docs-internal-guid-88959387-7fff-0b5f-f1e9-c4710e4ec564" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">CC0 Licensed Image Courtesy of </span><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-white-long-sleeve-shirt-taking-picture-during-nightie-160644/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pexels</span></a></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning photography is a valuable skill with superior results to your phone. Even a beginner DSLR such as the Canon 4000D/Rebel offers stunning results. But you will also learn about how cameras work, light, and subject focus for great shots you can use on sites and even sell.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Shoot for a Niche You Can Sell</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Anyone can go outside and take pictures of the clouds, insects, and flowers. There’s nothing wrong with this, and it’s actually an excellent way to learn about macro and landscape photography. But pretty much everyone already does this. As with most things today, it helps to have a niche to make money. For example, how about </span><a href="https://ravenscraftsdecor.com/" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Angel Wings for fantasy photo shoots</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">? Or maybe baby and family photos where you spend time at home to get truly natural images.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Register with Image Websites</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the first things you should do is register with image sites such as Pexels, Shutterstock, and Pixabay. These sites can earn you some money. It won’t come quickly, and you must play the long game as they work on royalties. But they are also excellent for getting noticed. Remember, there isn’t a bad shot, just experience. When you take a photo that doesn’t turn out as you would like, consider what to do next time, such as aperture and focus adjustments.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Remember, Learning Photography Takes Time</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Photography can be one of the most enjoyable hobbies because it is as fun as it is challenging. Nobody becomes the next Annie Leibowitz in a day, and you will need to spend a great deal of time with your camera. Just learning how to manually focus a DSLR under different conditions takes a lot of trial and error, even </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2012/09/beautiful-beasties-pet-photography.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">shooting your pets</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. It is estimated that it takes around 6 to 10 years, or 10,000 hours to master something. Imagine what you could accomplish in this time.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Set Up an Online Store for Sales</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Like art, photography can be subjective, and even though one person doesn’t like a specific image, another might. And this means there is always a market for selling your images. Getting pictures onto sites like Pixabay is a good starting point, but there is no guarantee of money. However, a blog with your images for sale can bring in some cash. Builders like Wix and GoDaddy are very easy to use, and you can have a gallery up and running within a day or two.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Invest in Extra Equipment</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s the photographer and not the camera that takes great shots. However, you will need some help getting the shots you want. First, lighting rigs are vital, even when outside, because you can’t control the sun. If you want to take images of nature up close, it is recommended that you use a remote shutter control to </span><a href="https://www.geofflawrence.com/camera_shake.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">avoid camera shake</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. At the very least, invest in a good tripod. Be aware that a full-sized tripod is considered commercial and isn’t allowed in some places. </span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 17pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Summary</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nailing down a niche is a great way to make money when learning photography. You will also need to put in the time and effort to master the camera. And buy some extra equipment too.</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0e101a; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-20219271541369946302023-12-06T07:00:00.000-08:002023-12-06T15:13:55.751-08:00Dealing With Your First Child Going To University<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a parent, you will probably appreciate how difficult it can be when your </span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2013/11/how-we-love-our-kids-book-review.html" style="font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">children</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: inherit; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> go to university, especially when this happens for the first time in your family. It is one of those rites of passage that every family goes through, and it’s just something that you will need to learn how to get through, as emotional and difficult as it can be. As it happens, however, there are some things you can do to make sure that this is as easy as possible.</span></span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/aufZQ5kSVgokOTXeRRviV0Ip6xyV5DxyoVUKHWtVOAZMfQqVvG0OIDU3YO4VXNlNqwvqGXUByuKWqRHLa5_h4Hm_EOajWrmoQQw1a5ix_uWaYE2_qS5BR6VojTStgQe_D20S5SkGCKNNNwlIzF1qAO8" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-wearing-brown-shirt-carrying-black-leather-bag-on-front-of-library-books-1106468/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Pic Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this post, we are going to take a look at some of the things that you need to do in order to manage your children going to university a lot more easily and effectively. If you can do the following, you should find that this is a much easier thing to deal with for all involved.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">See It As A Transition</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is in essence one of life’s many </span><a href="https://belong.ncl.ac.uk/blog/how-to-cope-when-your-son-or-daughter-goes-to-university" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">transitional periods</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, and one that can actually be quite joyous if you approach it in the right way. It can certainly help to think of it in these terms, especially if you find yourself fretting about it. As long as you can see it in this way, you’ll probably find that it is a lot easier to deal with.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Remember that it is a big transition not just for you, but for your child as well, and their siblings too. If you can remember that, you will probably find that it is a lot easier to manage on the whole, and that you are going to be able to get through it together so much more easily and quickly.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Talk About It</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s hugely helpful if you can manage to talk openly about the whole experience and process with your children. The family that is able to talk about it together is going to find it so much easier to manage and to process. That is one of those things that you are absolutely going to find can make a huge difference, so it’s worth trying to set some time aside before they go to talk about it.</span></span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="416" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/eCZVLsBg9QiT8-grt6F0MP68kUyb9CV6h6Imky0MXC53f8dHph8tsA9qI4pCLPgz5r7sO8d0jgP4l0VBr09aNE5OVSxFat_EgNfJexVd5z5VbDUwdA0QRGZ-s0BqJRvsRgdSnoRxTxwFQHK2BysvBeY" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/library-high-angle-photro-159775/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Pic Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">They may or may not be willing, but even if you have just tried, you should find that this helps. And you might be able to improve how you feel about it, as well as how they feel about it a bit too. All in all, that is going to help a lot.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Keep In Touch</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the most important things you can do </span><a href="https://graduatecoach.co.uk/blog/how-to-help-prepare-your-child-for-university/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">as a family</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is to make sure that you are keeping in touch. There are many ways to do this, and it’s something that is going to be very important for you to consider. You’ll find that you are much more likely to actually cope with the emotions easily, so that’s something that you are certainly going to need to consider. And it’s going to mean the relationship can remain strong too.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So what are some of the ways you might choose to keep in touch with your child when they are at university? One of the best, and simplest, is to send each other messages, whether you do so digitally or in a more traditional way, such as through letter-writing. In any case, it’s going to be a great way to keep in touch, and a really simple way too.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Beyond that, you might want to occasionally have a set time with one another. You can use this to call each other, meet up if you are close by, or watch something together even at a distance - you can find out </span><a href="https://clearvpn.com/blog/how-to-watch-netflix-together/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">how to watch netflix together</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> here if you want to do so.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">However you do it, keeping in touch will be really important to do.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Give It Time</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All in all, you just need to make sure that you are allowing some time for all of these </span><a href="https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/blog/how-to-help-your-child-manage-the-transition-to-university/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">changes</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to settle in. It can take a long time, sometimes, before you and your child develop a new relationship together, one that is going to be beneficial for you both. So be patient and try to bear that in mind. As long as you remember to do that, you'll find it is so much easier for you both. Conversely, if you try to force anything, it’s unlikely to work as well.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Those are the main things to think about when your child goes to university and you are trying to learn how to handle it.</span></span></p>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-5543157554014496432023-12-01T07:00:00.000-08:002023-12-01T11:18:19.321-08:0010 Simple Ways To Keep Your House Looking Tidy<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> If you find your house isn't looking too clean and you just don't have the time<i> or energy </i>to do the things you need to do to get it tidy, here are 10 different ways that you can fake it til you make it. These tips will give your house a mini facelift for the in-between phase of going from messy to organized. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">1. Keep Your Counters Clear of Junk<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">2. Fluff Your Couch Pillows</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">3. Have a Nearby Basket To Hold Clutter Until You Can Put It Away<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">4. Dust Low Areas With Your Socks<i> (Still On Your Feet!)<br /></i></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">5. Wipe Counters As You Go<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">6. Keep Hand Towels Straightened<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">7. Tidy Bed With A Fluff Of The Blankets</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">8. If You Have The Money, Invest in a Robot Vacuum to Keep Your Floors Clean<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">9. Minimize the Amount of Knick Knacks You Have In Your House<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">10. Wash The Dishes After Every Use So They Don't Stack Up in the Sink</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">These easy tips will help you keep your home looking clean and tidy until you have enough energy to get the deeper cleaning done. <br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br /></p></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-4358709441950628392023-11-13T05:00:00.000-08:002023-11-30T10:25:01.812-08:00A Relaxing Movie Night Watching: Surprised by Oxford<p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-0zSZTm8vgY7o5lg_Ti3iRZLZvuiKDoHXkjGrFjjGyo-AkfwxGBsE1RXq5Q0kGh1K3wNKgZeBHRrjxacEwtqVLRXF995T1FR6f6efx-kntfEobqRWsEPcfU2gaOF5mqw2sPe6fZv5PlZWMdVO5m_mgUkvMPvrar8T3CEbOITxd-WByCPO5evgYAxANu4/s8175/Surprised%20by%20Oxford.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8175" data-original-width="5475" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-0zSZTm8vgY7o5lg_Ti3iRZLZvuiKDoHXkjGrFjjGyo-AkfwxGBsE1RXq5Q0kGh1K3wNKgZeBHRrjxacEwtqVLRXF995T1FR6f6efx-kntfEobqRWsEPcfU2gaOF5mqw2sPe6fZv5PlZWMdVO5m_mgUkvMPvrar8T3CEbOITxd-WByCPO5evgYAxANu4/s320/Surprised%20by%20Oxford.jpg" width="214" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: medium;"> Based on a true story and memoir of Carolyn Weber, <i>Surprised by Oxford</i> is a deep and emotional story about main character Caro Drake, and her trials through life, which includes getting accepted into a prestigious college, with the goal and desire to receive a PhD. Upon Caro's new life in Oxford, she meets several people, including a young man, that she finds herself falling in love with. This begins a new path in her life, where she begins tearing down walls and dealing with past emotions that have taken up such a large space in her heart. </span></div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> I am a big fan of Memoirs and always interested when they become movies. Watching Surprised by Oxford was a great, relaxing film to watch and wind down for the night. <i>One that pairs well with wine and chocolat</i>e ♡ I loved the acting portrayed by actress Rose Reid, it was very well done --with Caro's wit and strength she carried, even though her heart harbored pain from her past, it was very uplifting end enjoyable to see. You could feel the emotions build up and watching it all unfold, as she ponders some big questions in life. Watching this gave me the desire to read the Memoir this movie was based on, as I think it would be interesting! However, I feel like the movie was rushed in plot, yet dragged on and needed to fill in the silence with more information. I would have liked to see more story line in there, but overall as a whole, it was engaging and makes for a calm movie night. </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i> Would you like to see Surprised by Oxford, yourself? For the month of November, you have the chance to buy or rent it! 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src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-64572991312655669732023-11-10T06:00:00.001-08:002023-11-12T19:29:37.489-08:00Are High Waisted Leggings Better?<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>fashion <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>world <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>is <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>changing, <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>and <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>there <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>are <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>new <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>trends <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>on <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>the <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>corner <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>with <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>each <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>passing <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>day. <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>One <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>such<span class="_ pg-1_1"></span> trend<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>is<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>the<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>increasing<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>use<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>of<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>high<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>waisted<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>leggings.<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>These<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>leggings<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>have<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>their<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>waistbands<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>above<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>the<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> belly<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>button,<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>which<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>is<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>extremely<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>comfortable<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>to<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>wear.<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>That’s<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>one<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>reason<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>these<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>leggings<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>are<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>popular<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> among people with different body types and shapes.</span><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1y3 pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1y7 pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">However, some people counter by asking if<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="pg-1fc2"><a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/airwear-high-waist-legging" target="_blank">high waisted leggings</a></span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>are really better than the low-rise</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> leggings. So, with this article, we are sharing a few benefits!</span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1y7 pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x2 pg-1h5 pg-1y9 pg-1ff1 pg-1fs2 pg-1fc0 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">1.<span class="_ pg-1_5"> </span>Improved Comfort </span></b></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ya pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">When<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>it<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"> </span>comes<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"> </span>down<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"> </span>to<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"> </span>these<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>leggings,<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>they<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>have<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>coined<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>their<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>name<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>for<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>a<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>comfortable<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>fit.<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_3"></span>That’s<span class="_ pg-1_1"></span> because<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>when<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> they <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>sit<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>higher<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>on<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>your<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>waist,<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>you<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>will<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>get<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>more<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>support<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>and<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>coverage<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>for<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>the<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_2"></span>midsection.<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>In<span class="_ pg-1_2"></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> addition,<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>the<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>extra<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>coverage<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>will<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>shape<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>and<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>smooth<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>your<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>stomach<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>area,<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>so<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>you<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>will<span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span>feel<span class="_ pg-1_1"> </span> <span class="_ pg-1_4"> </span>more<span class="_ pg-1_3"></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> comfortable and confident in the body. </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ya pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>best<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> thing<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> is<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> that<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>these <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>leggings <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>won’t <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>dig<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> into<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> your<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> skin<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>or <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>roll <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>down,<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> which<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> means<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> you<span class="_ pg-1_0"></span> <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>won’t <span class="_ pg-1_0"></span>have<span class="_ pg-1_4"></span> to adjust them constantly. </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; 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font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Product Link - <a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/premium-seamless-crossover-leggings">https://www.cosmolle.com/products/premium-seamless-crossover-leggings</a></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><br /></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;"><b> </b></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b>2. More Styling Options</b></span><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-size: medium;"> Another benefit of these leggings is their versatility, which means you can create a variety of outfits and OOTDs that you won't get tired of. for instance, you can pair it with your <a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/collections/bra" target="_blank">most comfortable wireless bra</a>, tunics, crop tops, and sweaters. What we love about these leggings is that you can dress them down or up, so you can use them for semi-formal as well as casual events. </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><span style="font-size: medium;">Topping it all, you will have the option to tuck in the shirt, which leads to a complete and put-together look. So, once you have it, you won't want to stop experimenting. </span></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzeaQCIqOFBV7hjpSrtb_3LjZIczfJd4ZJHsUDT1Fgp4p9wMFUXSWy9DChs0fzfr9PEmocyW1gGvjY3XxRSy4di7DYXjkUZ8GtxIJoI7gXtWkAVyYN0Si29BpwI7dm5LFZ5HaZMVM5Zftm_qepDY3DRM4_cDX-DW8jg_usG-Gn_D40bpeoL2suvzvOqs/s675/airwear%20high%20waist%20legging.webp" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="540" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzeaQCIqOFBV7hjpSrtb_3LjZIczfJd4ZJHsUDT1Fgp4p9wMFUXSWy9DChs0fzfr9PEmocyW1gGvjY3XxRSy4di7DYXjkUZ8GtxIJoI7gXtWkAVyYN0Si29BpwI7dm5LFZ5HaZMVM5Zftm_qepDY3DRM4_cDX-DW8jg_usG-Gn_D40bpeoL2suvzvOqs/w320-h400/airwear%20high%20waist%20legging.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"><br /></div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0"> </div><div class="t pg-1m0 pg-1x1 pg-1h4 pg-1ye pg-1ff2 pg-1fs1 pg-1fc1 pg-1sc0 pg-1ls0 pg-1ws0" style="text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"> <span>Product Link - <a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/airwear-high-waist-legging">https://www.cosmolle.com/products/airwear-high-waist-legging</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">3. Increased Coverage </span><span style="color: #3d85c6;"> </span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b><span style="font-size: medium;">One of the best benefits of leggings is that they promise higher coverage for your body. In fact, it's a recommended choice for women who like to cover their lower back or midriff area. Even more, the coverage provided by high-waisted leggings is suitable for chilly weather, and you will be able to create modest looks as well. <br /></span></span></div><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZx2QVD0R9h_OlJtpSkOydWPOU2dJjNLxPVt9PPZOxvjwWC13BIsqBBNR9YvnSkBWBNDQYqC2y_6vepgXHZNus8484esvnrgMeFPjgRm_WH-mswStyDfxuN0WO_NkaAWlnof3IpWzpcf6Var81fqcj8d1PNAgsjVfqJ1sLZUZLN8RNWQmtZO71xQEMy08/s675/SeamlessCropTank_LeggingsSet-ChestnutBrown_4_540x.webp" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="540" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZx2QVD0R9h_OlJtpSkOydWPOU2dJjNLxPVt9PPZOxvjwWC13BIsqBBNR9YvnSkBWBNDQYqC2y_6vepgXHZNus8484esvnrgMeFPjgRm_WH-mswStyDfxuN0WO_NkaAWlnof3IpWzpcf6Var81fqcj8d1PNAgsjVfqJ1sLZUZLN8RNWQmtZO71xQEMy08/w320-h400/SeamlessCropTank_LeggingsSet-ChestnutBrown_4_540x.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"> <span>Product Link - <a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/seamless-crop-tank-leggings-set-chestnut-brown">https://www.cosmolle.com/products/seamless-crop-tank-leggings-set-chestnut-brown</a></span><span><a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/seamless-crop-tank-leggings-set-chestnut-brown"><br /></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> </span><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>4. Better Body Confidence</b></span><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> </span><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> Everyone wants to look amazing all the time, but it's not possible to decide on an outfit every other day. For all those times, you should purchase leggings because they help create a flattering appearance. They help contour the legs so they look more toned. In simpler words, you will get an elongated silhouette, and the waist will appear slimmer as well. As a result, you will have way more confidence in your body.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> <br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFRHVw-6kHkxmfpAhl1eHyQPcpQ-JXENyKZUe5S6Mk4evvrOmM3TJN6m9amn2ENA8wtPMm4kc2DwzLNGm_WA5IoBGHHriL_Jkt1OH4VT8bcPullHMgvLE2PZCG2bTGjG1LkfKFWzbjisqp6wPpWM-lAhDEIOluokiVvXfZq7jwP5zp8-Qw7DIJDe858cM/s2000/MoveFreeHighWaistedFlareLegging_8_7129c34e-8446-45d6-b35a-ad3e1536fdc0_2048x2048.webp" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFRHVw-6kHkxmfpAhl1eHyQPcpQ-JXENyKZUe5S6Mk4evvrOmM3TJN6m9amn2ENA8wtPMm4kc2DwzLNGm_WA5IoBGHHriL_Jkt1OH4VT8bcPullHMgvLE2PZCG2bTGjG1LkfKFWzbjisqp6wPpWM-lAhDEIOluokiVvXfZq7jwP5zp8-Qw7DIJDe858cM/w320-h400/MoveFreeHighWaistedFlareLegging_8_7129c34e-8446-45d6-b35a-ad3e1536fdc0_2048x2048.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Product link - <a href="https://www.cosmolle.com/products/move-free-high-waisted-flare-legging">https://www.cosmolle.com/products/move-free-high-waisted-flare-legging</a></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span> </span><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;"> </span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">5. Extra Insulation & Warmth</span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The leggings are designed to offer an extra layer, which increases warmth and insulation. For this reason, people love them for colder seasons. In fact, pairing them with boots, coats, and long sweaters will be easier, so you can be stylish yet cozy!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">6. Posture Support </span></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Last but not least, the best benefit of these leggings is better posture support. That’s because they have a higher waistband, which improves the posture because your lower back will be supported. In fact, this support will be suitable for people who have desk jobs and need to spend time in front of the screens.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></div></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3560651877928470130.post-31649129962893667852023-11-07T05:00:00.002-08:002023-11-10T10:09:16.972-08:00How Every Crafter Can Start Becoming More Eco-Friendly<p> </p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-5cdad3ea-7fff-9367-e76d-5c1d8cf28b4e" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 415px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;"><img height="415" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/SlNWk2ExR9Q48hB6bDEXo03e_2aEyyIATDtF_04Igppf7lvKHlaWyXNYN3anKGMp48MxYsnAmlOmCUxEyQ9HcIuszpHsN2HDxerpN22Qg5pfxGAMW6ud1zgA7IVe_ouuof5PMcxAA6yAXrbtPNzT9GI" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="624" /></span></span></p><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-doing-handcrafts-TywjkDHf0Ps" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Image credit</span></span></a></div><br /><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For the most part, crafting is known for being eco-friendly; it’s all about using what you already have and turning it into something else. Getting around to upcycling even the most simple of things, such as</span><a href="https://www.temporarywaffle.com/2023/10/making-leaf-creatures-fun-fall-activity.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> leaves,</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can be pretty rewarding. While crafting is usually instantly connected with eco-friendly practices, it’s not always like that. Think of craft stores; there are plenty of cheap and single-use plastic items, plenty of foam, which is awful for the environment, and more than enough items that will go straight to the landfill after use. </span></span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So half of the crafting industry is good and working to help the environment, and it’s like there’s this other half that’s working against it. But with that said, wherever you fall in this, there’s always room for improvement, and there’s always room for making positive changes for the world. So, here’s how every crafter can become more eco-friendly!</span></span></p><h2 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Always Upcycle and Repurpose When You Can</span></h2><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;">One of the most eco-friendly approaches to crafting is upcycling and repurposing materials; these are usually done the most when it comes to crafting, so if you’re doing this, then keep up the good work! Before you toss old clothes, furniture, or household items, consider how they can be transformed into something new and exciting. In general, upcycling not only reduces waste but also adds a creative challenge to your crafting. One rule of thumb is to use what you have before buying something else, and if you’re buying something else, get it from the thrift store first (or secondhand) before buying it brand new from a store. </span></span></div><h2 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Focus on More Eco-Friendly Crafts</span></h2><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not all crafts are eco-friendly; think of faux flower arrangements; those are almost always made from plastic, which isn’t able to decompose, and the floral foam used is harmful to the environment, too. So, instead, switch to real flowers and chicken wire. This is just one example, but there are plenty of crafts out there which isn’t exactly eco-friendly, so it’s best to switch to ones that use little to no waste or are able to easily decompose. </span></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Just think of stickers, for example. You can make these with your computer (which nowadays doesn’t need much energy to run), and you can focus on </span><a href="https://customstickers.com/products/sticker-sheets" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">printing your own sheet stickers</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> with eco-friendly paper and eco-friendly ink. It’s just a small example, but in general, always look into eco-friendly crafts rather than doing any harmful ones. </span></span></div><h2 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Look into Sustainable Materials</span></h2><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;">When purchasing materials for your crafts, it’s going to be best to go ahead and opt for sustainable and eco-friendly options. Meaning that you’ll want to look for supplies made from recycled or organic materials. Some great examples would be using hemp, bamboo, organic cotton, and recycled paper, and oftentimes, these can be easily found in craft shops on and offline. </span></span></div><h2 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Avoid Single-Use Plastics</span></h2><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Ideally, try to avoid these at all costs. Unfortunately, there are a lot of single-use plastics when it comes to craft supplies; it’s a bit disheartening in a way. </span></span></div><h2 style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Consider the Adhesives You’re Using</span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Did you know that not all </span><a href="https://www.ecoenclose.com/blog/ecofriendly-adhesives-in-the-world-of-sustainable-packaging/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">adhesives are environmentally friendly</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">? It seems small, but even this can make a big difference. So, you’re going to want to select eco-friendly glues and adhesives that are non-toxic and water-based. You can just do some research on this and find an affordable brand that works for you. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></span></div>TemporaryWafflehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11085011629860454210noreply@blogger.com0