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Thursday, March 12, 2020

Punching People is Frowned Upon

I love trying new workouts!  Working out has been a huge part of my mental health journey in the past 2 years as I've done everything possible to prioritize myself. And when a workout feels like a sweaty therapy session - even better!!

Boxing gyms are all the rage- boxing is one of the best TOTAL-body workouts you can do.
But for some, stepping into a boxing gym can be pretty intimidating (not to mention pricey).
But now you can have a boxing gym  in your house!

What is 10 Rounds?
View a video here
  • 6 weeks
  • 5 workouts a week
  • 3 boxing workouts and 2 lifting workouts a week
  • Boxing workouts are broken up into 10 rounds- 3 minutes each, focusing on punching combinations and footwork that progresses throughout the 6 weeks

Joel will teach you how every move actually begins at your feet, moves up through your hips,
uses your core, and explodes all the way through your fists.
With every punch you use your entire body- scorching calories and toning.
This program is built around the simple and precise movements of boxing- without the impact!
You won’t be using a sparring partner or hitting a heavy bag- instead you will train the way real
boxers do- with shadowboxing!

The 3 boxing days are combined with conditioning drills that help build:
The two days of weightlifting workouts include
-Upper Body to build strength and power
-Lower Body/Legs- since every punch starts at your feet
And of course, there is amazing music in every workout to help keep you moving and give you the
energy to keep going!

I tried the sample workout yesterday and it was so much fun!
Felt like punching someone in the face without hurting your hand or getting in trouble for it.
We all have at least one person we'd like to punch.
If you want info click here and I'll be in touch!

Monday, March 9, 2020

My 21 Day Commitment

I'm not going to beat around the bush here.  I'm nervous.

And I'm going to preface this post by saying, I'm not trying to sell y'all this.  My goal here is to give you a true account of what this cleanse is, how I feel about it, and whether or not I would recommend it.  I don't believe in promoting things I wouldn't use myself.  I'm at a point in life where I need a serious detox, but that's another post in itself...

I literally talked about doing this 21 day cleanse for months before I actually put it in my shopping cart.  Then once it was in my cart it sat there for a while.  One night as I lay awake around 2 AM I went to purchase and realized I needed to update my credit card info so it sat there a bit longer.  Finally, my boyfriend and I decided we would do it together and it arrived on my doorstep Wednesday - a whole 24 hours earlier than it was supposed to.

I started Sunday.  My boyfriend is doing it with me.
I've literally read the handbook that came with it cover to cover.
I spent all day yesterday prepping our meals for the week.

The cleanse claims to help you completely detox your body of the environmental toxins we consume by breathing in air or consuming the foods we eat on a consistent basis.  For 21 days we go caffeine and alcohol free.  We start off eating lean animal protein and end completely vegan.

I don't plan to go vegan forever, but there are a few reasons why I decided to give this a go.

For starters, the time that I am away from my kids is extremely hard on me.  Some of the ways I've started coping haven't been the healthiest choices for me.  I'm really good about practicing self care and self love, but I was going out a lot, staying up late, drinking more than normal, snacking a ton, and consuming crazy amounts of fried foods.  Just saying that out loud has made me realize I need to find other ways to cope with missing them. It's natural to miss them, but not healthy to suppress those feelings with food and drink.

The fact that I can acknowledge that shows I'm able to control it.  So I'm not concerned about it, but I am going to change it.  And I've learned that in order to get different results I need to do something different.

Also, over the course of this year I've added a little more weight to the mom bod than I care to see when I step on the scale.  I'm the first to tell you the scale is the devil, BUT I also know when my body is "happy" and right now it's a little too snug in my jeans.  So, one of the great benefits of this program is weight loss.  I'm hoping to lose 10+ pounds.  I'll keep you posted!

One concern, they recommend no intense exercise.  Y'all know if you follow me on instagram that I am adamant about my workouts.  They are my therapy!  So I hate that, but I also get it.  So today is beautiful and I plan to go for a walk.  Tomorrow I'll do yoga.  We shall see how I feel!

And today is officially Day 2...

I won't lie, the fact that there are 19 more days is still pretty daunting to me, BUT I am pleasantly pleased with a few things:

  1. I got the best sleep I've had in weeks last night
  2. The amount of food is so crazy I'm having a hard time finishing each meal
  3. So far the recipes we've tried have tasted awesome
  4. I haven't had any serious cravings...yet
  5. I can still have my evening caffeine free herbal tea
I guess I can say I'm excited and glad to be doing this alongside my partner in crime.  I'm still a little nervous, but doing this with somebody definitely makes it more fun and "doable" if that makes sense.

Let me know if you have any questions for me!  I'm happy to answer them and give you my honest opinion.

Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Bathroom Remodel

A few weeks ago I shared my tub transformation, but I wanted to share the entire bathroom because I can't get over what $200 (I actually stayed under budget) and a little time can do to a room.  I mean, I went from builder's grade beige bathroom to a styling bathroom I'm excited to walk into each morning.

I have a rather large bathroom off my master so this was a bigger project for my first DIY, but after stalking Pinterest and Instagram and falling in love with some new (to me) bloggers, I decided why not?!  Also, I knew if I messed up I'd be the only one to see the mistakes since I'm the only one who really uses this bathroom anyway.  Ha!

Here's what I did:
  • Paint cabinets
  • Remove builder mirror
  • Replace mirror with 2 mirrors
  • Paint walls
  • Paint tile around tub
  • Wallpaper toilet closet
  • Update light fixture
  • Update bathroom fixtures
  • Hang shelf
  • Decorate
Wow!  That's a lot when you start to list it out.  It took me about a month to complete the project, but I didn't do it while the kids were home with me and I did it all myself minus some help removing the mirror and starting the tile project.

Here are a few pictures of the bathroom from Zillow before I purchased the house and a few I took just before starting the project.

You can see there really was nothing wrong with the bathroom.  It was nice and it functioned well, but it was just like every other bathroom in every other house in my neighborhood I would assume.

I took the light fixture down and spray painted it matte black.  I opted to leave the glass globes off and purchased some fun lightbulbs to give it a more industrial feel.
I actually purchased a new light fixture for $12 at Habitat for Humanity and opted not to use it because whoever installed the original light fixture had screwed into the studs in the drywall AND used wall anchors.  It would have been a lot of patching and sanding.  So I opted to take the builder grade light fixture down, give it a coat of paint, and roll with it.  Spray paint is magic!

I swore up and down I wasn't going to paint because I have a huge love/hate relationship with painting, but as I was walking through the aisles of Walmart I saw a $21 gallon of pre-mixed paint and I just knew it would give me the biggest bang for my buck in terms of transformation so I went for it.  I don't regret it.
The view from before (this is from Zillow before I purchased the house).

And the view now:
Such a difference!

I haven't tackled the walk-in closet yet and the idea of painting it overwhelms me due to all the shelving and such that is inside.  However, it's a wreck.  The house overall was very unclean when I moved in and the closet looks like it took a beating with black marks on the walls from shoes and such.  So, I'm trying to decide between peel and stick wall paper or paint...

Speaking of peel and stick wallpaper, I decided not to paint the toilet closet and instead created an accent wall behind the toilet using this $6 roll of peel and stick wallpaper.  It made a huge impact and took about 10 minutes to do.  If you've never used this before I would compare it to contact paper, but much easier to work with.  I highly recommend trying it!

Before and after: you see the huge impact it made.  The sign is one I found for $5 at Hobby Lobby.

The first thing I did, but the last thing to show you is the update I made to the cabinets.  This was time consuming, but so simple and has really inspired me to go ahead with my kitchen cabinets!

Monday, March 2, 2020

Week 4 Weekly Menu and Budget

I have a confession...  this week's budget got a little crazy.  I went a little rogue when I had the opportunity to go to Trader Joe's and stock up on some of my favorites.  Anyone else love that place?

However, I think it's okay to do those things as long as you are intentional about it.  I didn't randomly put things in my cart just because they sounded good and I didn't get 4 jars of mixed nut butter; I scaled back and got 1.  Haha - I know that sounds crazy, but I use to be the one with a pantry full of extras because I had fear of running out of anything and everything.  Not exactly healthy when trying to stick to a budget.

At TJ's I picked up some frozen cauliflower stir fry mix and a bottle of General Tso's stir fry sauce.  I sauteed some chicken and added the stir fry to the pan after it was cooked through.  Then once it was all cooked I poured about half the bottle of sauce on top.  It was so quick and so delish!

I also grabbed asparagus, corned beef, salad dressing, mixed nut butter, some fresh flowers, and a couple of my favorite dark chocolate bars.  What are you favorites?

I did head to my favorite place, Aldi, to do the rest of my grocery shopping because let's be real...why pay $2.99 for strawberries when you can pay $1.89?!  Stuff is just soooo much cheaper here and I can't bring myself to pay other prices.  I'm spoiled.

Here is this week's menu:
Sunday: Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry thanks to new Trader Joe's finds
Monday: Mexican Date Night
Tuesday: Crockpot Chicken Drumsticks (I use ACV instead of balsamic)
Wednesday: Leftovers
Thursday: Leftovers
Friday:Movie/Pizza Night with friends
Saturday: Hawaiian Ham Sliders

What's on your menu this week?

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Week 3: Weekly Menu and Grocery Budget

Sorry for the delay on posting this; I went to a friends' house over the weekend and they sent me home with some leftovers so I ended up moving my menu around a bit and wanted to edit before I shared.

Y'all, in case I haven't made it clear - this has been life changing!
You can find Week 1 and Week 2 here and here.

Let me say it louder for the people in the back, making a weekly menu and following a plan is life changing!  And not nearly as hard as I thought it would be...especially for you since you could just do what I'm sharing here if you wanted to!  Maybe I'm the last person to have this epiphany or make time to do this, but it's been so good for me and my family.

Last week I purchased chicken drumsticks because they were on sale for 69 cents a pound.  I had intentions of using them over the weekend and our plans changed a little so I'm using them this week and the only ingredient I needed to purchase for that recipe was dijon mustard!  Saved me big bucks in my grocery budget this week.

I wait until Monday to do my grocery shopping because that is the day my kids stay with their dad and I can go to Aldi to get the good deals on groceries.  Chicken breast and almond butter were on awesome sale this week if you need to stock up!

I also wanted to share we keep our lunches fairly simple in my house. My son alternates between PB or ham sandwiches.  That's what he likes!  Sometimes he'll request leftovers in his thermos.  If I'm not eating leftovers I generally eat Greek yogurt, fresh berries, fresh veggies, a cheese stick, and some hard boiled eggs.  What do your packed lunches look like?

Here is my weekly menu:

Monday: Leftovers - thanks friends!
Tuesday: Crockpot Orange Chicken over jasmine rice
Wednesday: Crockpot Drumsticks
Thursday: Leftovers
Friday: Crab Legs (steamed by our local grocer)
Saturday: Date Night with friends
Sunday: Leftovers

I threw the orange chicken in the crockpot this morning and I'm excited to see how it turns out!  My girlfriend said the drumsticks are amazing.

Friday, February 14, 2020

The Bathroom Tub Project

I can't wait to showcase the entire bathroom remodel, but I feel like this tub needs a post all its own.  The transformation is WOWZA, y'all!  Like, I can't even.

Here is a little before action for ya.
I forgot to take a picture before I started taping off to paint the walls of the bathroom, but you get the point here.  The tub was great; I love a good tub.  However, it is very much a basic builder grade bathroom and I learn toward cool tones/modern farmhouse style so I was ready to give it my touch.

The problem was I was working on a budget of $200 to do the entire bathroom.  This meant doing new tile was completely out of the question.  (Pretty proud to announce that I came out below budget)

Brace yourself for the after...
How amazing is this transformation!?  I mean, it looks completely custom now.  The color on the walls was a $21 gallon of pre-mixed paint from the shelves of Walmart and the tile project was done using Rustoleum Tub & Tile.

I should probably preface this and say I've never really done a big DIY before.  I've always been inspired to try things, but I never had the courage to just do it.  2020 is my year, y'all!  I read a bunch of blog posts and obsessed over Pinterest and pretty much stalked a few ladies on Instagram, but at the end of the day I decided to go for it.  I mean, what's the worst that could happen?!

This little kit was gold; I mean the impact it had was amazing.  I have to reiterate the chemicals in this stuff are intense so definitely use all the precautions recommended.  We wore masks, goggles, and gloves to be safe.
As much as he wanted to help me this was really a one man job so I ended up doing the tub myself after Ricky went around the edges of the tile/grout for me with a brush.

To start I taped off everything really well.  I even covered the faucet and fixtures with plastic wrap to ensure that nothing would drip or splash.  I took my time washing the tile and sanding then wiping away any dust before mixing the 2 part epoxy and rolling it on.

The box said to do 2 coats, but I ended up doing 4 with an hour long dry time between each coat.

The grout was really gross from my old tile and nothing was getting it clean so after I painted the tile and let it dry for 24+ hours I googled how to caulk a bathtub and went back around the tub and tile with white caulk for a clean line.

It's not perfect.  Despite my best efforts a little epoxy did get on the tub and the painter's tape left a sticky residue on the fixtures for some reason, but overall I am soooo pleased with this project and my newfound love for all things DIY!

Here is a side by side of the difference.

Are you a DIYer?  What's your latest project?!

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Muffins

I have shared this recipe here before; I can't remember.  But, I've recently been making these on the regular and my son loves them for breakfast on his way to school in the morning.

 They are delicious, just sweet enough, nutritious, and quick.

When I make these I usually make a double batch because they freeze well and they are super yummy.  One can of pumpkin is enough for 2 recipes so it works out great.

  • 1 cup almond butter (I buy mine at Aldi because it is so much cheaper)
  • 2/3 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  1. Preheat oven to 350
  2. Combine pumpkin and almond butter until smooth.
  3. Stir in eggs and honey.  Add dry spices.  Mix well.
  4. Add chocolate chips.
  5. Distribute batter evenly into 12 muffin cups
  6. Bake 15-20 minutes
  7. Allow to cool on rack before serving.
These make great gifts for coworkers, snacks for daycare, or treats for a birthday party.  Kids think they taste great while adults quietly sit back and chuckle at the gluten free, grain free goodness being consumed by sugar crazed littles.

Monday, February 10, 2020

Week 2: Weekly Menu & Grocery Budget

If you want to see my menu from week 1 you can see it here.

Everything was DELICIOUS and my kids especially loved the Lazy Crockpot Lasagna.  If you need something quick and easy for a week night or a potluck, I highly recommend!

I've already spent $75 of my $200 monthly budget which makes me a little nervous about the rest of the month!  So, I walked into the grocery store with a tight grasp on my list and blinders on my eyes.

This week I went back to Aldi for my groceries and picked up some staples.  We eat fresh fruit/veggies, bread, and milk/cheese on a weekly basis since I'm cooking at home and packing lunches for my kindergartener this year.  Lunches are fun, aren't they moms?!

$46 later I had stocked up on our weekly essentials including strawberries for less than $2 a qt and chicken drumsticks for 69 cents a pound!  Man, I love this store.

Here is my menu for this week:

Monday: Leftovers (we had beef stroganoff yesterday - it was AMAZING)
Tuesday: Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie
Wednesday: Leftovers
Thursday: Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Friday: Make Your Own Pizzas using Naan bread
Saturday: Hawaiian Ham Sliders
Sunday: Leftovers

I've also got some extra kale from my soup recipe last week so I plan to make kale chips for a snack.  That's a fun way to get some veggies in!

The past 2 weeks have been FUN as far as food goes.  It's so helpful to have a plan in place and not feel like a chicken with my head cut off in the evenings.  I've also got so much less waste as far as throwing away food and my wallet is a little fatter than normal at this time of the month.

I do think my budget is too small especially since I'm big on eating whole foods, but I'm going to try to stay as close to $200 for the month as possible.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Week 1: Weekly Menu & Grocery Budget

Part of my #nospendfebruary is working on a very small grocery budget.  I'm mostly doing this because I want to show myself how well I can feed my family on a small budget, but also because I have a horrible tendency to go to the grocery store with no plan, no list, and no concern for what gets put in my cart.

I always end up making great meals throughout the week, but the lack of plan leaves me scraping things together most nights and figuring it out as I go.

The biggest thing is really all the extra that ends up in my cart like gummies, a shirt off the clearance rack for my son, mustard even though we have a bottle in the pantry...  For these reasons, I find I throw away too much produce that goes bad before I use it which is also throwing money down the drain.

Anyone else struggle with this?

I've been a Pinterest fiend lately since I'm working on remodeling my home myself.  It's been fun to get back on that platform and really use it.  I decided to look up some family friendly, crockpot, freezer, easy meals to have throughout the week to change things up and game plan.

I hit up our local Aldi because although I'm on a budget I'm going to try to eat as fresh and clean and according to my color coded meal plan as possible because it works for us.  I'm not against frozen or prepared foods; I'm not judging anyone, but I prefer whole foods.  I knew I'd get the most bang for my buck here.

I did have to get training pants for my daughter to wear to bed, almond flour for my muffins, and dog food which made my bill a little higher than it would normally be.  I may have to take those out of my $200 budget, but we shall see!

I ended up spending about $75 for groceries this week.

Here is my menu for the week:

Monday: Mexican Quinoa
Tuesday: Lazy Crockpot Lasagna
Wednesday: Leftovers
Thursday: Crockpot Zupa Tuscana
Friday: Date Night/Leftovers
Saturday: Date Night (using a giftcard from Christmas)
Sunday: Crockpot Beef Stroganoff

As part of my #nospendfebruary I did calculate in that we have Valentine's Day plans with some of our best friends and we are taking the kids to Dave & Buster's to celebrate the holiday with them.  I also feel date nights are extremely important and since they are built into our schedule and we don't need babysitters, they are not being deleted from our monthly plans.
Again, the purpose is to stop spending without a plan.

What is on your menu this week?
Do you find this helpful?

Saturday, February 1, 2020

No Spend February

I know this is a much more popular concept in November or whatever, but I've decided to go the month of February spending nothing extra.

I'm usually reallllyyyyy good about watching my budget and I even worked with a life coach in creating and tracking my budget after moving out on my own last year.  I won't lie, Amazon Prime got the best of me through the holiday season.  Anyone else?

The plan is to remind myself I don't need to reward all good behavior with things for my kids.  That I have more than enough in my closet, my home, my pantry.  And to get a handle on spending in general.  Again, I'm not in debt or living paycheck to paycheck, but in the past I've had a tendency to spend and buy.  Looking back, I was filling a void, but I definitely don't want to fall into old habits.

So here is how I'm doing it:

I've already purchased my kids' Valentine's gifts.  I did this to 1. truly go into the month without a need to buy a gift and 2. so that I can avoid stepping foot in Walmart this month.

I have credits in my Dave & Buster's account from the first time we went 2 months ago that I plan to use to celebrate Valentine's Day with the kids which will keep me from spending new money on another experience.

I am not purchasing anything from Amazon Prime.  Not one thing.

I am giving myself $200 in cash to use for groceries throughout the month.  I really want to see how much ends up in my cart that doesn't belong there and try to use up what is currently in my pantry.  I have a tendency to stock my pantry when I find things on sale which is a great tactic, but I do it a little too extreme.  I grew up in an area where we literally had no grocery stores and had to travel 30-40 minutes and do grocery shopping once a month.  Now I live in an area where I have about 10 different grocery stores within a 5 miles radius.  No need to stock up all the time.  Again, trying to break old habits.  Also, I want to focus on meal planning and this budget will require a plan.  Let me know if you'd like to hear the plan each week!

I did give myself a $200 budget for my bathroom renovation and $300 for my bedroom.  The bathroom is just about done and is below budget.  My bedroom only needs a few more things and is still significantly below budget.  Some of those project materials have already been purchased so I will focus on those for the month and then if I find a chandelier I'll go for it.  I've found myself getting a little excited with the home remodel bug so I need to slow my roll and stop adding things to my Amazon cart before I finish the projects I've started.  No Spend February will force me to do that.

Have you ever gone a month without spending?  How did it go?!

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Have you taken the enneagram test everyone is talking about?

I took it a few years ago after hearing Rachel Hollis rave about it in so many of her podcasts and at her live event for my company.  And I must say I prefer it to the other personality type tests I've taken in the past.

Essentially this test assigns you numbers that go along with your personality and I know that my core values haven't changed in the past 2 years, but as a person, I've come a long way so I wanted to see if my results had changed.

Again, I was a 2 with a wing 3 which is what I've always been and it as accurate as can be if you know me...

I am totally the helper and as much as I hate to admit it feeling unwanted or disliked is my absolute worst nightmare which is why the events of the past 2 years have been sooooo hard on me.  I am super sensitve and nurturing.  As far as my "wing" - this just means it's my next highest number and it's so high that it could easily be used to describe me as well - yup, that's me, too!

I a an achiever.  I want to win and goal crush and do all the things.  And I'm always in my friends' corner cheering for them as well.

A cool thing happened this time though.  I ended up with a second "wing."  This was equally weighted with 3 and THIS is what has changed about me in teh last 2 years.  This is something I am most proud of.  I have always felt confident about my character; being a good person.  But, with all that I've experienced I've made a point to stop living life by society's terms and expectations and to stop doing the "right thing" just because it's the right thing.  I've started to have my own opinion, my own voice, my own beliefs and if they don't align with everyone else's so be it.  I've realized it doesn't make me a bad person to be my own person.  So I'm proud of this wing...

It's true.  I'm sensitive, authentic, creative, and empathetic almost to a fault.  I have also become extremely self aware of my personal needs and desires.  I am inspired to be creative.  I hate it when people ignore me now - I use to sit back and let it happen.  I've been called dramatic a handful of times and maybe I am, but mostly I think people just aren't use to hearing my new voice.

Get use to it, y'all.  Here I am.

Here's some more info on the test if you decide to take it.

Thursday, January 23, 2020

It took me a while - a long while - to figure out what I wanted my word for 2020 to be.  2019 truly was a year of healing for me.  Spiritual, mental, emotional.  I wanted it to be my comeback year, but it was more or less a year of survival.  I'd like to think I did a little more than survive, but as I look back with that 20/20 hindsight we all know and love I realize it was more about just getting through.  And I'm not discounting it.  It wasn't easy, but I did it.

I'm proud of 2019 because it forced me to put my own oxygen mask on.  For so long I had been handling everything for everyone, but me.  And I literally had no choice to do me first or I was going to lose it.  Allllll of it.  And it wasn't going to be pretty.  So I did what I had to do.

I started therapy.  I took weekly baths.  I exercised daily.  I started working with a life coach.  I got a business mentor.  I read a lot of books.  I started a daily gratitude journal.  I prayed a lot and cried just as much.  I listened to podcasts.  I screamed.  I ran.  I wept.  I did what felt right.  What felt necessary.

And here I am today still standing.  Not an entirely new person, but a lot changed.

I'm not nearly as naive as I once was.  Honestly, I don't love this about myself.  I sort of miss my natural ability to trust, but I know it is not wise.  I notice things and see red flags and I've stopped accepting things I don't want in my life into my life.  I wrote down non-negotiables for my future man and they are just that, non-negotiable.  I don't allow people to speak down to me without speaking up for myself.  I've stopped being the yes girl and started saying no more.

I'm definitely stronger, more independent, and courageous.

2020 is going to be my year to not just get back on track with my goals, but to break through them.  I'm not just going to fly or rise in my case.  I am going to SOAR.

More on my goals later, for now, my word is soar.

Thursday, January 16, 2020

10 Reasons NOT to have a Gym Membership

I use to love the gym.  Like, self-proclaimed gym rat.  It felt like the communal watering hole for awesome people and I wanted to drink the kool-aid.  I mean, I guess I really liked to be able to answer, "I'm heading to the gym," when people asked me what I was doing after work.  Also, the group fitness aerobics class on Saturday mornings was my straight up JAM.

Until I had kids...

So, no gym membership for this chick going on 7 years now.  Let me give you 10 good reasons why:

1.  Too damn expensive.
I feel like this is everyone's excuse these days for not prioritizing their health/fitness when it comes to exercise and nutrition, but let's be real, y'all.  For the purpose of this blog post I did a little local research for the gyms in my area and this is what I found.

One CrossFit gym offered memberships ranging from $55-$120/month depending on what you were looking for.  $120 got you 24 hours access.  The newest gym to come into our town starts at something like $65/month for a membership and when I looked at their class schedule the majority of them are virtual.  So you literally travel to the gym to take a virtual class.  The new Planet Fitness advertises for $10.99/month, BUT to upgrade and have access to any Planet Fitness Worldwide (you must commit to 12 months for this package) it is $22.99/month.  Not awful, but still almost $300/year.  And lastly, the local YMCA is $60 to start up and then $42.05/month for one adult.

This doesn't even include the local yoga studio which is a whopping $534/6 months of yoga!

I just can't with that, y'all.  I mean, I like to splurge on myself a few times a month and if I was spending $40+ on a gym membership I would feel really guilty doing something extra.

2.  Travel time.
I get it, gyms are literally popping up everywhere.  I mean I'm pretty sure I have 5 options within less than 5 miles of my house right now, BUT those 5 miles of travel will more than likely keep me from actually using the membership.  Convenience is life for me.  I'm on a super limited time budget and those 5 miles will add at least 10-20 minutes to my workout time (both ways).

3.  My kids.
Some of the gyms above provide childcare which is amazing.  Some are open 24/7 when I could have someone else watch my kids so I could go.  Some even offer kids' fitness classes for an additional charge.  All of that is amazing!  However, I'm a big sufferer of mom guilt and I do not like having my children in school, daycare, and after school care all day just to put them in the gym play area for an hour each evening so I can work out.  I actually want to spend time with my kids.

4.  It's gross.
When I was in my 20s I didn't care, but now every time I use a community gym I think of all the other sweat, hair, and body parts that have touched the equipment.  Not to mention, my roommate in college got ring worm from using the mats even after sanitizing the equipment each time.  Ew.

5.  Crowds
Something you may not know about me; I hate crowds.  I avoid the mall like the plague.  If it's not an outdoor strip or outlet mall, you won't see me there.  I am not a clubber because I don't like bumping into all the people.  In fact the only time you'll find me (willingly) in a crowd and smiling is at Disney World.  I'll happily sit my butt in a crowd at that place.

6.  Wait Time.
I hate waiting for people to get off equipment so that I can get my workout in.  Maybe this goes along with my time problem with travel.  I'm on a limited time budget, people!  Instagram your bicep after you're done using the weight bench!  And stop trying to read your text book and listen to your headphones while walking on a treadmill for 60 minutes.

7.  Accountability.
Or lack thereof.  No one knows if I go to the gym or not.  So, if I don't feel like paying for it, traveling to it, putting my kids in childcare, or dealing with people, no one knows if I skip it.  Which means no one calls me out for it.

8.  Equipment.
This one might confuse you, but the equipment in a gym can be so overwhelming.  I mean, what do I do with some of those machines?!  Not to mention, what do I do with the machines consistently over time so that I get the results I'm looking for?  In other words, I want someone telling me what to do.  And based on the previous cost rundown, I can't afford that.

9.  Food.
Ummmm....someone told me Planet Fitness offers pizza on Fridays and bagels throughout the month?  Sort of defeats the purpose of paying and going if you ask me.  I mean, I like free food and all, but maybe a shake or something?

10. Schedules.
I don't like doing things on someone else's time.  I realize that sounds so spoiled rotten, but it's true.  I don't want to show up to the gym at 7:00 AM on Saturday morning for my HIIT Bootcamp class.  I want to do it when I feel like doing it on Saturday.  I don't want to race from a parent/teacher conference to the gym to join the back of the pilates class 5 minutes late.  Honestly, I hate appointments.  Knowing I have to be somewhere at a specific time outside my normal work schedule gives me anxiety.  So, yeah, I like to do it when I want.

Like I said, I looooooved the gym for years.  I mean I could spend hours there and feel pretty damn good about myself, but that all changed when my time budget started adulting on me.

Are you a gym rat?

Tuesday, January 14, 2020

First DIY of 2020: My Bathroom

I've got a few projects on my list for 2020 and I decided to start in my bathroom; the one in my master bedroom.  When I first moved into my new home last February the bathrooms were the only rooms I did absolutely nothing to in an effort to make them my own.  My bedroom and personal bathroom are the only two rooms that really took the back burner for the past year because my intent was to make the kids happy and comfortable with our new living arrangements.

I decided to give myself a budget of $200 and really focus on updating the builder's grade bathroom by doing it myself and spending as little as possible.  I've only just started the project, but I'm already blown away with the results I'm seeing!

Once I decided to go all in with the project I got a little excited and went ahead and took the cabinet doors out before taking an actual "before" photo, but you get the idea...

I was determined not to paint, but in the end I opted to buy a cheap pre-mixed gallon at Walmart and suck it up because let's be real here; the most cost-effective way to update a space is with paint!  And the walls were the same builder's beige they had been since the house was built.

I'll have to share my half-bath DIY that cost me about $10 to complete last year so you can see what I did with a light fixture like the one I have here. I intended to do something similar to this one, but realized when pricing new globes for it that it would cost me about $50 to do.  Instead, I hit up my local Habitat for Humanity and found an adorable piece that was in need of some spray paint (which I had left over from that half-bath project) and good bulbs.  I snagged it for $12 and got to work.

Last time I did this I took the time to sand before spraying and it didn't seem to make much difference so this time I opted not to sand first - mostly because I was too anxious to get started.  It came out just as well as when I did.

I love the industrial look and a good coat of matte black paint does just the trick.  Now, let's just hope the fixture works when I wire it into the wall!

I did take the time to sand my cabinets and drawers because I felt like the finish on them needed to come off so that the paint could really soak in.  That was time well spent.  I also made sure to purchase specific cabinet paint for this job which runs a little higher than regular interior paint.  I got a quart of a dark grey color and have more than enough left to do another set of cabinets in the future.  I cannot believe the difference this has made in the room already!  I can't wait to finish the project and show you the true before/after.

Do you have any DIY projects on your vision board for 2020?  I'd love to hear about them!

Friday, January 10, 2020

Hello again...

Forgive me.  Last year I announced that I would reinstate the blog and then I realized that the year needed to be reserved for more important matters like grieving, healing, and laying new foundation.

Honestly, the last thing I could think about was "one more thing."

Isn't that how most of us feel?  Like "one more thing" might break us?  We can't wake up earlier in the morning than we already do because it's already too early.  We can't exercise for 30 minutes a day because we are already short on time.  And so many other things we cannot do because it is simply on. more. thing.

Today I sat down and put the finishing touches on my vision board for 2020.  Yes, I know, 2020 started 10 days ago, but for me, it really felt like it started on Tuesday.  Tuesday was my 35th birthday.  My 35th birthday in a new decade after a year of rediscovering myself and healing (although I'd say there's more healing to come) - it felt pretty significant so my new year has officially started now.

It took me a while to come up with a word of the year because I really wanted to set the tone; make it count, ya know?  I don't just want to rise, I don't want to just survive, I want to SOAR.

I've got lots of things on here that scare the poop out of me to be honest with you, but I decided to go ahead and put them on there anyway because it's not necessarily about what happens at the end of the year from me...it's who I become along the way.  The process means more than the product.

So this year I want to do more
  • home DIY projects (starting with my bedroom/bathroom)
  • cooking
  • reading
  • soaking in baths
  • running
  • listening to podcasts
  • creating systems for my life and my business
  • growing
  • healing
And a little (or lot) less
  • pushing snooze
  • listening to other people's stories about my life
  • worrying
  • saying yes to things I don't want to do
What's your word for 2020?   Any big goals?


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Thursday, June 16, 2011

Final Rail Reveal

We last left off where we had planned our attack, scrubbed the rail, sanded, primed, and finally we were ready to paint!

After about 3 hours of priming and we were ready for the final coat of paint - Rustoleum's Brown Leather Enamel. I decided to go with brown for the rail (even though you don't often see brown wrought-iron railings) for several reasons:

1) The major theme of the exterior of our house is brown. The roof, trim, shutters, and even the mailbox is brown!
2) Brown should hide any dirt and future rust really well until it's time to refinish again.
3) C'mon - who doesn't like brown?

So brown it was, and after 3 hours of painting, we had our beautiful new-ish brown porch railing!

Exciting, right? It got even better when we took off the painter's tape, moved the furniture and plants back, and snapped some photos the next day!

We LOVE the shiny new rail! (look ma - no pits or rust!) And the color makes the rail blend in a little rather than stick out like a sore thumb like the previously-painted black did, which is a total win-win in our book. Yay for color cohesion!

A couple things we don't like about the color, however, is that now it seems to look a little funny against the light blue/gray painted cement floor of the porch.

Which is a little annoying now, but we have plans to repaint the porch floor a light brown/beige in the future, so then it should fit right in.

Another thing that really irks us now? Our house has a bit of brown-overload at the moment! Everything is either brown or white! (well, besides the annoyingly blue/gray porch). But that's okay - we won't have to live in a Browned-Out House for long: we have plans to REALLY change up the exterior of our house this summer, and then the color scheme will finally make sense! So no worries: we've got a plan, man!

Ready for the cost breakdown of our little Rail Revival Project?

1 can Rustoleum Primer Paint: $10
1 can Rustoleum Paint: $10
1 cheap paint brush: $4
1 oddly-shaped 80 grit sandpaper block: $4

Other supplies (electric hand sander, masks, brushes, mineral spirits): on hand

Less than $30 bucks for a new rail! Not bad, right? Admittedly it cost much more when you think in terms of man-hours (a total of about 16 hours), but since we did everything right and by-the-book with any luck this new paint job should still be looking great 20 years from now - which makes us absolutely giddy with joy! (we REALLY don't want to paint this thing again anytime soon!)

Here's a breakdown of all the steps we took (with links to the appropriate post), incase you're thinking of tackling your own wrought-iron-something-or-other:

1) Use a wire brush to get all the flaking paint off (along with any clumps or drips of dried paint).
2) Sand, sand sand.
3) Prime with a rust-stopping primer.
4) And finally paint.

And what's a finished project without a good before and after?

BEFORE (1 year ago)

Lookin' a bit better, right? (and just ignore those yellow flags in our yard... like we said, we have plans, man!).

So that wraps it up for our Rail-y Rave Rail Revival (pretty sweet alliteration, am I right?). What do you think? Any of you ready to revive your own wrought-iron fenches/railings?

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  1. The new color looks great, and it will look even better when the porch gets a fresh coat of paint! Can't wait to see what you guys have planned for the exterior!!! So exciting. :)

  2. Woohoo! It's amazing what a coat of paint can do. Our front railing desperately needs some love (and it's only 3 years old!!!) but I'm partially tempted to just take it out. We'll see...

  3. FRESH! You guys ruled this one, and it made a subtle but noticeable impact.

  4. It looks great! Nothing like a new paint job to make it all new again! Your man hours paid off.

  5. Thanks, guys! We're totally diggin' the nice new look!

  6. I can't wait to see what you do with all the BROWN-NESS. We just moved into our new home we purchased and it's almost the same, except our windows are chocolate brown instead of the white like yours. It's three shades of brown and I can't handle it. I will be looking for ideas. :)

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Big Al & The Heavyweights

The band started in 1995 as the Unknown Blues Band with founding members Warren Haynes and Al Lauro. Both met in country outlaw David Allan Coe’s band and formed the UBB as a side project because of their love of Roots Music. Big Al and the Heavyweights, got a big break when Dan Aykroyd featured one of the band’s songs, “House Party”, on the House Of Blues Radio Show. The band has appeared on the show four times. Big Al & The Heavyweights music can also be found on Mardi Gras Records, “Ultimate Mardi Gras” Cd along with such esteemed artists as the late great Professor Longhair, Rebirth Brass Band, Rockin Dopsie and The Olympia Brass Band. You may have heard the band on the nationally syndicated radio program, “Beale St. Caravan”. The new cd, “World Full of Trouble” was recorded in Slidell at Suite Mix Studios and produced by George Curreau, noted for his work with guitarist Brian Stoltz from the Funky Meters.

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Scenic Drives around Colorado: Travel Photos

My spouse and I loves  to travel and plan things together as a family. Last year we had a road trip around Colorado. The place is beautiful and love to go back if given a chance.

The reason why I love road trip are seeing the panoramic view and the scenery beyond my imagination.  All I do are take some snap shoots while spouse is driving. Thanks to the technology and I can control the shutter to minimize camera shake,don't get me wrong I  have some blurry shots.

Scenic Drives around Colorado: Travel Photos

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  1. beautiful Mhie, I love road trips too for the same reason as you :) and I do the same thing as you too :) and this road looks very familiar to me as well.


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Spring in Tennessee

Spring in Tennesse usually comes early but this year it arrived a little bit late than expected. The weather is not that great but still Thankful for everyday life's blessings. I'm done with the Spring photo shot for my little ones so I am thankful for that while I am writing this we have a severe weather and tornado watched   in my area.Let's paused and pray for every one safety.

Well, let's enjoy the Spring in Tennessee and here are some photos I took in my backyard.

Spring is birds singing their heads off
Spring is a beautiful season full of color
Spring is the constant war between the sun and rain
Spring is the light at the end of the long winter tunnel
Spring is the season that brings back life
My backyard
Cherry Blossoms ( if I am correct)
You'll be happy once you see this blooming.

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Our Day in Bowers School Farm

Bowers School Farm is ope  on the public for that day  so after running our errands mother-in-law and I with little Travelentz went to the Spring Open Barn  and Egg   Hunt for a day. The event was free but there are some fee on some activities like pony rides,bottle feed the goat wagon rides and more.

It is located at 1219 E. Square Lake Rd. Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

Our Day:
Actually, my mother-in-law did not know the program all day in the farm as she only knew there would be animals and you have a chance to pet the animals if you want.When we arrived at the Bowers School, the parking space are full and we have to parked outside the school and walked.

We did not bring anything for our little ones so we decided not to buy a ticket but we still see the animals and enjoy the beautiful day on the farm.

The queue to get a ticket was long and the good news it is moving really good and all the people are so good to follow the line.
You will see some animals inside the barn.
This was closed during our visit.
some animals in the Bowers School.
The flowers.

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Visiting The 'Golden Temple' Of Amritsar

The temple of Amritsar, also known as the Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple, is the centre of the Sikh faith. Most Sikhs will visit the temple at least once in their lives. It's the most prominent of the various Gurdwaras, which are places of worship for Sikhs. As is usual for a Gurdwara, the temple is built with four doors, one on each side. This symbolises the way Sikhs are welcoming to people of all faiths and the temple itself is open to everyone.

The original temple in Amritsar took almost 20 years to build at the end of the 16th and start of the 17th century. The present temple, in the same location, was built in 1764. It's made from white marble covered in gold leaf, hence the name, used more commonly by Westerners, of the Golden Temple.

Unlike Hindu temples, the temple of Amritsar is built on the lower ground level. The design of the temple combines aspects of both Hindu and Muslim architecture and can be viewed as the first example of a distinct Sikh architectural style. It's surrounded by a sacred pool of water and approached by a marble causeway. Visitors will normally begin or finish their trip by following a clockwise path around the pool, a journey known as the Parikrama or Pardakshna.

The temple houses the original manuscript of the Guru Granth Sahib, the main religious text of the Sikh faith. It's displayed on a raised platform and Sikhs will cover their heads and remove their shoes when in its presence, also bowing their heads in respect. Visitors to the temple, including non-Sikhs, are also expected to remove their shoes, cover their heads (head scarves are available) and to be seated while listening to Gurbani, the readings of Skih texts. Alcohol, tobacco and meat are all no-nos in the temple.

As well as the temple itself, a surrounding complex includes a visitor centre and the Central Sikh Museum though bear in mind the museum contains some graphically violent imagery. You can also visit Guru-ka-Langar, a dining hall where volunteers provide a simple but free meal to anybody, regardless of faith. The busiest days at the temple come on major Sikh occasions, most notably Vaisakhi in April. This is when Sikh's celebrate the formal founding of the Panth Khalsa, the body made up of all initiated Sikhs. The occasion also acts as a form of harvest festival.

The temple has been the centre of controversy. Believing the temple to be a base of a movement working for a secession from India, prime minister Indira Gandhi ordered an armed attack on the temple. This led to her assassination several months later by two of her bodyguards.

The area immediately surrounding the temple is officially blocked off to motorized vehicles, so you'll often need to walk the final 10 minutes or so. Amritsar itself is well connected by most forms of transport to the rest of India, while within the city rickshaws and taxis are the most common way to get around. There's some accommodation within the complex itself, though many visitors prefer hotels in Amritsar near a railway station or airport.

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Golden Pheasant

This year would be more interesting as we bought an annual membership in the Nashville Zoo. Little Travelentz loves animals and she's been bugging us to go in the zoo when we stayed at home. Well, we could not blame her,the weather starting to warm-up and we gotta go where ever our feet brings us. We don't need any fancy nor to pay more bucks just to enjoy the weather.

Some of the photos I took when we visited last Sunday were the Golden Pheasant, I think it is new,I did not remember they have it last couple of years.

Golden Pheasant:
The bird attracts me because of its color.Here are some of the facts about Golden Pheasant:
  • Adult male is 90–105 cm in length.
  • You can find it in  native to forests in mountainous areas of western China, and elsewhere.
  • Males have a golden-yellow crest with a hint of red at the tip. The face, throat, chin, and the sides of neck are rusty tan.
  • The female is much less showy, with a duller mottled brown plumage.
  • The female tail has longer tail 60-80 cm length.
  • Both males and females have yellow legs and yellow bills.
  • Lay 8-12 eggs at a time and will then incubate these for around 22–23 days.
  • Life Span 5-6 years.

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Traveling Abroad

The first time I traveled abroad was Thailand and I was single. I still have the best memoirs as I lived and work at the same time- my first travel  taste in abroad;scary and full of excitement at the same time. Well, it's my first adventure world, I don't know what to expect at all.

Today,I am married and  has one child,traveling abroad is included in our itinerary to travel,perhaps we don't know  the right time,yet. I went home in my hometown last 2010 and I sat on the plane for almost 24 hours.

Some basic reminder when you want to travel abroad with your family:
Keep in mind,every country is different so you need to plan ahead of time what you want to do, bring and things to consider:
  • Bring snacks of your kids.
  • You have to plan if stroller is important in one country or Ask yourself, can you survived without a stroller?
  • Bring at least two luggage where your husband can taking care of it and you will be the one to taking care your child.
  • Car seat-Make sure you understand the law about car seat in other country. Asia don't use car seat.
  • Travel insurance-I prefer to buy travel insurance to have peace of mind.
  • Expect the unexpected.
  • Be patience.
  • Remember you're in a different country so don't bring your attitude.
  • Watch and learn.
Traveling abroad is excitement once you plan and do your research before traveling.I usually booked our tour during our arrival in the hotel were I can get a good discount and I don't like to rush myself without seeing the area.
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Tulip Festivals,Cheekwood Botanical Garden

It was a first weekend of April,the sky is blue and the sun came out with no winds and the good news we don't need to wear a winter coat at all. If you go to Cheekwood Botanical Garden,Tennessee you will see all the different types of Tulips and all of it are pretty amazing.This is my first time to see all the different kinds of Tulips even husband likes it.

I love flowers, most of us am sure-no one could resist the smell and the beauty of flowers.I asked my husband to visit the Cheekwood for Tulips and thankfully he says, yes to me. (HAPPY WIFE **wink**).

I visited the Cheekwood  many times and I like their garden even their exhibits,this year my spouse and I decided to buy an annual pass so we will enjoy all year round activities they offer.

What is Tulip:
If you look at the dictionary "a bulbous spring-flowering plant of the lily family, with boldly colored cup-shaped flowers."

Well, I don't really understand as of now, if we have winter or spring-go figure what I mean and am sure you will understand it.

Types of Tulips:
It says, it has around 75 wild species of Tulip. Here are some of photos I took during our visit at Cheekwood Botanical Garden last Sunday:

Tulip blue heron
Tulip Menton
Tulip Lighting Sun
Tulip City of Vancouver
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Have you ride a Hot Air Balloon?

I was been asking hubby to try this real adventure of riding a hot air balloon-sad to say hubby is scared with height and I can't convinced him to ride with me. I really want to ride the hot air balloon with husband and little Travelentz but they are both scary cat.

Last week, my daughter was playing at the backyard and we saw the hot air balloon and I ran inside the house to get my camera.

Here are some Photos I took:
I used cannon DSLR T1i with lenses of 18-255 sigma
I really wish to ride one day.
I showed the photos to my husband and he just says;You can ride if you want-hahaha-meaning I have to go by myself.

Riding a Hot air balloon is a real fun and adventure.I just hope I am brave enough to ride so I have experience to share how it feels at the top. I know parasailing is fun and I already did it once.

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Understanding The Different Types of Cycling Injury Claims

The Olympic Games certainly brought out the cyclists.  Thanks to the likes of Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy and Chris Froome, cycling has been high on the keep-fit agenda over the past few years. Road cycling is now at an all-time high and there have been lots of petitions and requests for the UK roads to be made safer and better places for cyclists. More cycle lanes, better road and safety awareness, and more education. Yet, with this also comes a rise in cycling injuries. Cycling injury claims are high. There are thousands of people injured whilst cycling in the UK, each year. Cycling can be extremely dangerous, especially if safety measures are not adhered to.

Why do cycling accidents happen?

Cycling accidents occur for a number of different reasons:
Animals in the road
Defective equipment
Poor roads
Lack of provisions for cyclists
That’s why it is important that when cycling you take the right safety measures and do all you can to avoid injuring yourself in an accident.

Different types of cycling injury claims:
There are a multitude of cycling injuries that people claim for. Regular aches and pains when cycling are common, but if you have been involved in an accident that wasn’t your fault, and been injured as a result, then you are eligible to claim for compensation.

Head injury
It could simply be minor cuts and abrasions or it could be something far more serious.  Head injuries can cause delayed complications. The best way to avoid or prevent a head injury is by wearing a cycling helmet. Always seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Facial injury
An injury to the face can cause dental issues and may leave scars. Being injured in a cycling injury that causes facial scarring and damage can leave the individual in severe discomfort and also very vulnerable.

Ankle injuries
Twisted ankles can be extremely painful and often occur when the cyclist crashes into the ground on impact.

Knee injuries
Injuries to the knee are quite common. If you fall off your bike you may find that your knee is damaged. This can affect your ability to walk and to exercise or cycle in the future.

Psychological trauma

Cycling accidents can leave behind more than just a physical scar. Some cyclists who have experienced accidents find that they are psychologically scarred as a result. It is important that this area of injury is also investigated before a compensation claim is filed.

Speaking to bike lawyers who understand the effects of a cycling accident will help you to understand how you can claim compensation. The compensation is there to help you recover any loss of earnings, damage to yourself, your bike and any adjustments that need to be made to your life from here on out.

Make sure you speak to a bike lawyer who can help assess the implications of your bike accident and how you can gain the right level of compensation for your injuries.
Carry on Cycling can help you with your claim, get in touch today.

Sarah Mcarthy is a writer for Carry on Cycling. You can find her on Google Plus here.
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The Top 5 Safety Features While Traveling in Your SUV

When it comes to protecting you and your family, you want the best. Perhaps you've invested in a security system for your home. Likely, you have health insurance. Hey, your dog probably has health insurance. You make safety efforts in almost every aspect of your life, so why wouldn't you want protective qualities in your car?
A two-ton steel vehicle needs high-tech safety components. SUVs are no exception. Your Mercedes SUV may have welfare features that you aren't even aware of. Check out the top five safety features of your SUV.

Stability Control:

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Due to the center of gravity, larger vehicles are susceptible to rollover. That's why stability control components are so important. Luxury SUVs come equipped with this basic feature.

Car and Driver tests found that the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vehicle, "Might be the most restrictive stability-control program this tester has encountered. Achieving max grip is as easy as flooring the throttle and turning the wheel. Electronics keep the wagon upright." Rest assured, if you take an unexpected sharp turn, stability control will have your back.

Blind Spot Assist:
Blind Spot Assist is the kind of futuristic feature you'd expect from a top-of-the-line SUV. A large vehicle often comes with decreased visibility. That's why an extra set of electronic eyes is so necessary.

According to Mercedes, "When radar sensors in the rear bumper detect that a vehicle is alongside yours, a red icon lights up in the side mirror to let you know." Staying aware of the cars around you helps to keep you in control. Blind Spot Assist ensures you're informed of your fellow drivers at all times—from all angles.

Lane Keeping Assist:
Lane Keeping Assist works together with blind spot protection for additional safety. J.D Power tests note that Lane Keeping Assist actively identifies situations where your vehicle may inadvertently drift out of the current lane. The technology applies slight and selective braking to avoid an accident. It's a feature that accounts for unexpected distractions that could result in major mishaps.

Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Assist are must-have highway safety features. Accidents that occur at the highest speeds often result in the greatest tragedies. Without these extra details, you may find there's more to worry about on the road.

Pre-Safe is like a crystal ball for your car's computer. It's a predictive system that uses sensors to foretell and react to an impending accident. In the moments leading up to an accident, certain activity—such as skidding—can warn the Pre-Safe system. Your car becomes your guardian angel in the moments before a crash.

According to Mercedes, "It then tightens the front seat belts, adjusts the front head restraints and passenger seat, and can even close the windows and sunroof, all to better prepare the occupants for more effective results from the restraint systems." These extra details could mean the difference of a cushion or a brick when it comes to impact.

DISTRONIC PLUS Adaptive Cruise Control:
In the same way Brake Assist and Lane Keeping Assist work together, so do Pre-Safe and Distronic Plus. In fact, on some level, all of your SUVs safety features work together. The Distronic Plus system uses sensors to see ahead of your car to predict traffic patterns that might cause unexpected breaking.

It's the moment that danger is sensed that Pre-Safe kicks in. The manufacturer notes, "PRE-SAFE Brake feature automatically initiates up to 40 percent braking power, audibly alerts the driver, and engages the PRE-SAFE system. When the driver brakes, 100 percent braking pressure is instantly applied." In some cases, full brake pressure can be applied if the driver doesn't react to the initial Pre-Safe security measures.

Carefully curated safety features can act as a figurative force field around your car, protecting you and your family from the unexpected dangers of the road. Mercedes SUVs come equipped with and offer options for state-of-the-art safety technology. It's time to get on board.

What's your must-have safety feature? Which feature could you do without? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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How to Travel on a Budget While in College

College budgeting isn't all Ramen noodles and secondhand textbooks. There has to be room for an entertainment allowance, and enough so that you can escape the trusty 10 by 15 from time to time. Traveling in college is all about pinching pennies and holding on tight to every last experience life affords. It is possible to be a tourist on the cheap, especially as a student.

If you're ready to pack your bags and see something new, then consider these seven tips about how to travel on a budget while in college.
Start a Digital Change Jar:

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To travel – even on a budget – you should start saving. A bit of money set aside each week or month will grow over time. However, keeping a change jar in your dorm room isn't exactly the most convenient or safe way to save.

Start a digital change jar. Many banks offer programs that promote automatic savings. There's even an app for it – several, in fact. The more you save, the better your chances of traveling in the future. Whether you're traveling at low or no cost, you should always make sure you have emergency money.

Choose Monuments Over Museums:
If you want to travel on a budget, plan your trip around free attractions. Many cities offer free or low-cost pay-what-you-can tours of historic sites and monuments. Research the city and find out what the locals like.
Free services such as Trip Advisor allow you to search by city and scope out "Things to Do" in a particular location. The "Things to Do" section includes an organized list of attractions, as well reviews. The reviews come from locals and seasoned tourists alike, so it's easy to learn more about the sites that you will or won't spend money on.

Use AirBnB:
Figuring out where you'll stay when you travel often leads to the biggest money-headache. There are alternatives to pricey hotels and communal hostels. You can get a lot more for your money with Airbnb and other similar services such as Couchsurfing.org.

Airbnb lets you browse through user-created listings for accommodations in specific neighborhoods. The fees are often much less than a hotel, and sometimes you can even have an entire apartment to yourself. If you want to spend close to nothing, couch-surfing is the way to go. Couch-surfing is usually free, but the host may expect you to pitch in with food or chores. The bonus: you have a built-in tour guide with advice on what to do and where to go.

Offer to Transport a Vehicle:
The opportunity to transport a car may not always coincide with your traveling fantasies. This option is best for a weekend getaway; however, there are moments when the stars align and that cross-country road trip gets paid for on someone else's dime.

Check the newspaper or local websites for car transportation requests. Before you go, request to see all the documentation proving the requester actually owns the car. Once you've established that it's a legal transaction, start haggling. Inquire what costs will be covered and if he or she will arrange return transportation.

Another option is to travel over a university break, and hitch a ride with someone who is from the place you want to visit. You can find people through university message boards, word of mouth, and from newspaper/online ads. You'll probably want to rent a car for your trip home so you have more freedom to explore, and you won't have to depend on your original ride for the rest of your trip.

Travel Long-Distance by Train:

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Traveling long distances by train instead of plane could add up to big savings in the long run. Sure it's less comfortable and the trip takes longer, but you'll have the opportunity to see more with money to spare. Traveling by train is also great for a cross-country experience. It's especially convenient for cheaply Euro-tripping from country to country.

Many long-distance train tickets offer nothing more than a seat, so plan accordingly. Bring enough food and comfort items to last the duration of your trip. For longer trips, it is possible to request a private train cabin; however it will significantly increase the cost.

Find Free WiFi:
Finding free WiFi is more important if you're overseas, since most smartphones come with data plans for easy communication. If you can't cover your WiFi or communication costs through any of the means above, it's time to track down the places where you can use it for free. Using free WiFi allows you to keep in touch with your friends and family without spending money on international calling cards.

Cafes and book stores are popular places to connect for free, but keep in mind that services in these locations are often reserved for paying customers. In order to play fair, order the cheapest item on the menu and spend minimal time on the Internet. After all, you came to the city to explore the town, not Facebook.

Teach to Travel Further:

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Looking for a long-term travel experience? Teaching English abroad is a productive way for college students to travel on a budget – especially since it often comes with academic credit. In many cases, the cost of your stay overseas is completely covered and you'll receive a modest salary. However, most students are responsible for securing roundtrip airfare.

If you're intimidated by the price of the plane ticket, have no fear. There are ways to cover that cost too. Consider creating an Indiegogo campaign to raise money. Friends and family are more likely to fund a noble cause than a spring break party trip.

Teaching English abroad may be a cheap way to travel, but it offers a wealth of experience. In addition to the fulfilling opportunity to work with children, you'll also typically stay with a host family. Living with a host family will offer invaluable insight into a culture you may never get to learn about otherwise – especially firsthand.

Now that you're in top shape to start your very own DIY travel movement, it's time to start exploring. What are your favorite budget travel hacks and tips? What are your must-see destinations to see on a dime? Share your experiences in the comments below.

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Photography: Frankenmuth Fountain,Michigan

I've been  in Frankenmuth,Michigan for many times  and I so love the little German town.I like everything in the area, it is well maintain and every time I visit I seen some new decorations.

I know most of you knows I  like Fountain and I took this Fountain in Frankenmuth last Fall.
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Not sure where to go in Italy?

Italy is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe. This beautiful country has so many regions to explore, and in each you will find delicious food and wine, wonderful beaches, warm summer weather, historic buildings, exquisite art and a unique culture.

However, many people have difficulty deciding where in the country to go. So where should you visit on your holiday? One of the best options is to see a number of places on the same trip by spending a few days here and a few days there. That way you can get a real flavor of different parts of Italy.
Here are five cities that you could base your trip around when you book your Italian holiday.

1. Rome
Rome does not need much of an introduction. The capital of the ancient world is a city rich in culture and history, and it is home to such world-famous attractions as the Colosseum, St Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, the Roman Forum and the Trevi Fountain (made famous in several films including Three Coins in a Fountain and Roman Holiday).

When you visit Rome, why not combine a trip to the city with somewhere nearby? There are many places that you can travel to from Rome with ease, such as Sorrento with its stunning beaches, allowing you to see more of Italy on your holiday.

2. Venice
Venice is the ultimate romantic destination and a popular stop on multi-centre Italian holidays, like those from Italian holiday specialists Bellarome. Who could fail to enjoy gently floating along its picturesque canals in a gondola, stopping off in art galleries and ancient buildings, and soaking up the atmosphere?

Venice was an important commerce centre for centuries, and it is also known for its art and music. In fact, it is one of the most cultural places in Italy, and that is saying something.

Some of the must-see attractions here include Piazza San Marco, the Grand Canal and San Marco Basilica.

3. Florence
Florence is the regional capital of Tuscany, which is itself one of the most popular regions to visit in Italy. It was once home to Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Dante and many other masters, making it perhaps the best place to visit for art lovers.

Visit the Accademia Gallery, the Pitti Palace, the Uffizi Gallery, the duomo and Michelangelo's David, and soak it all up.

4. Pisa
Famed for its leaning tower, you will soon realise that there is more to Pisa than its iconic landmark building. Visit Campo dei Miracoli, 'the Field of Miracles', to see the best attractions in the city. In this area you will find the cathedral, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Museo delle Sinopie and the Camposanto burial ground.

5. Milan
Milan is the financial hub of Italy. It is a modern, cosmopolitan city that is known for its food, football, nightlife, shopping and, most of all, fashion. Visit during one of the two fashion shows each year and you will find the place buzzing.

Some of the main attractions here include the huge Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the Brera Art Gallery. Perhaps the best of all, however is The Last Supper, the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci. See it at the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent.

Take your pick:
These are just five of the best cities to visit in Italy, but there are many more to discover, including many smaller towns and villages throughout the countryside and along the coast. If you decide to base your trip around one of these cities, make sure you visit some other places in the surrounding areas to see more of Italy while you are in the country.
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Tiwu Nuamuri Koofai, one of Kelimutu crater lakes...

Tiwu Nuamuri Koofai, one of Kelimutu crater lakes…

The Xian MA60 turbo-prop aircraft that we are in descends and makes a slightly awkward approach toward landing at Frans Seda airport, touches the runway, bumps twice, and finally rolling smoothly on the runway as it slows down and heads to the apron. All passengers breathe with relief and applaud, loosen the tension off after such landing sequence. Quite a thrilling experience 😀 But anyway, here we are, at Maumere. Ready for another trip to explore the place where we haven’t been there before. It’s still a half of the journey, as we prepare for the next 3-hours land ride to Moni where we are going to stay. Kelimutu, here we come..!

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Anemone Fish... (photo by Nia Aritonang)

Anemone Fish… (photo by Nia Aritonang)

Today is the fifth and last day of the trip.

Our Temukira ship anchored at the south-east of the Kri island. In the morning, there were also other pinisi ships anchored in this area as their divers also prepared for their first dive of the day. Chicken Reef is our first dive point today. Most of us opted to dive without their camera and just wanted to enjoy the dive and the scenery down there. “We will do another negative entry this morning, straight to the depth of 25 meters…” Weka told us during the briefing. Another strong current area, apparently. Soft corals and hard corals filled the slope, and again we met two turtles who were busy with their breakfast. The third group had small problem when Hadi lagged behind his group due to the current. As per procedure, Joni-Franky-Hari-Reza climbed straight back to the surface. Hadi was already on the boat with the Open. He also immediately climbed back up to the surface and Open’s watchful eye on the boat immediately recognized him and came over. Great crew!

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International Action Group to Promote Modern Trolleybus Systems

TrolleyMotion is the leading European trolleybus interest group, fully committed to the maintenance and expansion of existing as well as the design of new electric city bus systems. Its main aim is to improve the competitiveness of public transport in urban areas by electric bus systems. TrolleyMotion objectively informs decision makers and actively supports them in the complex technical and economic issues of trolleybus systems. It focuses on the interests of system users and the people in the vicinity of the systems, tries to overcome prejudices and provides latest facts as well as profound know-how and support. Its members aim at locating new markets for their products and strengthening the competitive position of the existing market by better targeting the needs of its customers.

TrolleyMotion’s Services

Trolleymotion is able to provide international experts for all technical and operational issues. It offers strategic and technical advice in the decision making processes and supports the evaluation of system selections. Its service comprises the provision of relevant analytical methods and instruments and the procurement of used systems (vehicles and infrastructure).

Main Activities within TROLLEY

In the TROLLEY project, TrolleyMotion is the main dissemination and communication partner. Its wide international networks and contacts to public and private trolleybus institutions offer the best possible access to disseminate the results and outcomes of the project to a wide European and global audience.

The project partner will strongly contribute to the successful dissemination of all relevant TROLLEY outputs (e.g. through the TROLLEY newsletter, the website) and will finally become a patron of the “European Trolleybus Knowledge Centre” to be established by the end of the project. This centre will become the main trolleybus knowledge hub for Central Europe and bring together relevant stakeholders such as industry, municipalities and public transport operators.

Its annual conference provides a fantastic platform for the promotion of TROLLEY and for the establishment of contacts and the exchange of new ideas towards cleaner European cities.


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5 Easy Details About Garden Truh Described

Botanical Gardens TruhThe subsequent benefit, after all, is in the consuming – your own contemporary fruit and veg is so a lot better than grocery store bought. Many retailer purchased fruit and greens are grown from hybrids which were bred for shape and shade – and within the course of have misplaced lots of their flavour.

When its time to grow, it might be best to take the seed you have to use and put them into a different container, after that into an space that’s barely warmer then the place they were originally stored just a few days. That is also a great time so that you can prepare the seed planters that you’ll use to plant the seeds into your organic residence garden. If you happen to had them contained in the deep freeze, put them into the refrigerator – in the event that they had been within the fridge, place them in a cool place resembling a basement or cooler room in the home. That is the most difficult part since you nonetheless want to avoid the humidity subject. Not each place is exact and its onerous to judge temperatures and how the seeds will react. You simply wish to have them stablized and provide them a number of days to thaw earlier than you plant. Many seeds may do better after freezing or refridgerating, since it copies the traditional winter months.

Materials Used In Garden Furnishings Units:

Since you understand how constructing a shed will profit you, you know the sort, fashion and measurement of shed you need. If you find yourself looking at plans for sheds, instead of being overwhelmed by the vast variety of plans, you already know exactly what you are looking for. This lets you minimize by way of the clutter of competing plans.

Not all sheds need to be constructed of timber.

Containers with lighter colors are preferable if you happen to reside in warmer shoppers and your containers will likely be in direct sun. Lighter colors cut back the amount of warmth absorption. Roots can attain over a hundred levels in direct solar with the consequence being poor development, accelerated dry out and useless plants.

It’s ours for the taking, this freedom, our potential to know rest, is proscribed only by the time we spend in quiet contemplation and introspection, looking for the small nonetheless voice of the Word of God. It may additionally to a good suggestion to take stock of the netting round fruit cages and repair any holes which will allow in hungry birds. There are such a lot of types, shapes and sizes of sheds, every having its personal plan, the variety of totally different plans for sheds might be overwhelming.

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Japanese Brides

japanese bridesJapanese girls make a few of the world’s greatest companions for long-lasting relationships as they are well mannered, respectful, supportive and family-oriented. We have now already attracted a large viewers of young Japanese wives with the intention to communicate with different girls day-after-day and choose one among them.

When you evaluate a Japanese bride to a European woman, the variations in appearance are strikingly evident. While you’re relationship a cute Japanese lady, ensure you discover these small details to impress her. With a reputable relationship website, it is simple to discover a Japanese bride.

Some males wish to be mothered, and Japanese girls can do this. In addition to that, scorching Japanese girls are excellent cooks. The answer to this question we’ll attempt to give within the next a part of the article as a result of the above character traits of Japanese ladies – shouldn’t be all that characterize them.

Older Japanese girls have been wanted for years. Japanese girls marry international husbands and move to other international locations with pleasure. Japanese ladies are by no means rude and never impolite. Japanese ladies place most of their consideration on their husbands, and can all the time be there whenever you need her, physically and emotionally.

A quicker and extra environment friendly approach is to discover a Japanese woman by dating sites. The dressing is one other distinctive characteristic of beautiful Japanese women. Japanese ladies put a lot effort and time into picking the right companion for all times that they are not ready to throw that each one away on the first sight of problems in marriage.

Show curiosity in her culture – Japanese girls love if you ask them questions about their culture or nation, and this can be nice ice-breakers. In Japan, scorching Japanese brides are taught the way to protect their pores and skin and hair in distinctive ways that get handed down from mother to daughter over generations.

When you discover a Japanese wife, you will notice how elegant they are, how beautiful, and the way they stroll. Vogue can also be a necessary a part of magnificence standards for decent Japanese girls, who have captivating and unique norms and preferences in terms of clothes.

Many Japanese brides discover it essential that women and men are completely different. Japanese wife finder is glad as a result of, the life wisdom of a Japanese bride is a superb meet japanese lady treasure, which not every person possesses. Japanese girls are gifted with petite slim figures, so if you happen to’re a person who loves curves or massive busts, then they are not for you.

If you wish to get to know yourself, you will have to know the Japanese language and special locations, as a result of lovely Japanese ladies have a tough time making contact with unfamiliar men. If you end up with younger Japanese mail order, you are in the safest arms.

A Japanese woman is too clever for that. In contrast with girls from the USA, UK, and Europe, Asian ladies look very romantic, mild, and harmless. A Japanese spouse will try to preserve you content and satisfied, and so long as you pay enough attention to her, your marriage ought to easily final eternally.

On secure websites where actual Japanese singles who are searching for a life associate are registered, you will discover that registration on the site takes place with the assistance of a document that confirms the identification. Japanese ladies follow the philosophy of a superb wife and a wise mom as well.

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Russian Woman Fundamentals Explained

They hail from the world of fashion, films, music, politics and different areas, and have become famous not only for their skills, but additionally for their lovely appears. No matter where you met your particular someone, in a club or on some Eastern European courting website, she undoubtedly loves varied trinkets and surprise items. You can flatter her with compliments each minute, however this won’t mean anything without materials indicators of affection, corresponding to a cute ring or bracelet. If there are any questions or you need assistance, you may be welcome to contact our help team.

Besides, getting an training in the Russian Federation is a really daunting and challenging course of. They should cope with excessive bureaucracy and pay greater than they expect regardless of the information. As quickly as they’re instinctively considerate and intuitive, they understand what are the best things in certain situations. Your monetary position might be highly important should you deal with a self-contained lady in a steady financial place – she goes to never be keen to pay for your needs. Each of your days will be full of love and understanding. Yes, she may even be emotional, unpredictable, and unstable.

Purchasing Russian Women

Zoya Berber was born on the first of September, 1987 in Permi. The star could be very in style for her TV collection “Realinie Patsani” . In the 12 months 2011, Zoya Berber earned the 5th place within the Russian edition of ‘Maxim’ magazine in which she was nominated in the listing of “100 sexiest girls in the country”. Glukoza’s real name is Natalia Chistyakova-Ionova. She is a Russian singer and solo artist by profession.

Numerous protests have been organized, and representatives have gone to the Chechen capital, Groznyy, to demand the release of Russian prisoners and locate missing troopers. The group, which claimed 10,000 members in 1995, also has lobbied towards extending the time period of mandatory navy service. A smaller organization, the Russian Women’s Party, ran as part of an unsuccessful coalition with a number of other splinter parties in the 1995 elections. Pamfilova has gained explicit stature as an advocate on behalf of girls and aged folks. According to reviews, women generally are the first to be fired, and they face other forms of on-the-job discrimination as properly.

Unfortunately, many Russian guys are lazy and unambitious, and not using a clear objective in life even of their 30s. Another downside with Russian men is alcohol abuse – it is among the many most frequent reasons for divorce in Russia. These are three basic reasons why Russian ladies create their profiles on worldwide relationship sites.

Bear in mind that generally these girls could be stubborn. You can find a Russian bride who will purposeful and decisive which is good for household as properly. In the post-Soviet period, the place of girls in Russian society remains at least as problematic as in earlier a long time. In each instances girls of russia, nominal legal protections for girls both have failed to handle the existing conditions or have failed to produce enough help. Such circumstances contribute closely to Russia’s declining birthrate and the general deterioration of the family.

And after thirty minutes everyone is pleased, loving, and caring. Some things could not jam all that well, the concepts are different, the notion of things can range quite considerably. This manifests in a quantity of totally different ways in which depend on a specific woman. Yet, they have a couple of negative character traits that you want to contemplate earlier than starting a relationship with a Ukrainian lady. These have been the principle reasons why you should go out of your way to check the most effective Ukrainian wife finder referred to as Calmness and the flexibility of Ukrainian girls to easy issues over are crucial qualities for their husbands.

Like tying a knot to a lady whose traditions and customs are means too different from yours, but you see these differences as a challenge? Probably, it’s time to be enlightened in regards to the inside magnificence that these women innately possess. As apparent as it could seem, everyone can really tell that Russia ladies are natural head turners. Be the following particular person to experience the Russian relationship they’ve talking about! I’d identical to to say that because of your service, I’m a fortunately married lady now.

Remember your Spanish courses back in excessive school? If you do, then you probably can imagine how hard it’s to learn foreign languages.

What Are Relationship Deal Breakers and How to Avoid Them Today we are going to discuss relationship deal breakers, about the red flags, if you will. We will talk about everything that has to do with relationship pink flags and deal breakers. Let us present a relationship deal breakers list, the top 20 relationship deal breakers, and discover out what to do about relationship deal breakers. A protracted eye to eye contact is the lifeline of any relationship. Remember the sensation if you first allowed yourself to brazenly look within the face of a loved one? Or the time when you could spend hours simply wanting into each other’s eyes?

Most of the ladies are literally on the lookout for a conventional Fifties style marriage themselves. Even in Moscow lots of younger individuals stay in a long-term relationship. How to Stop Stonewalling in Relationships Any relationship is a bubble during which two individuals exist of their microclimate being as if separated from the outside world. We get hooked up and can’t imagine our life without a companion. However, the stronger our feelings towards the individual are, the more we endure after they begin to behave weirdly and hold silent with out apparent reasons. They adore men who know what they want and how to achieve their targets.

Secondly, most of them are really beautiful, and who doesn’t need a gorgeous wife? The final, however not least – these ladies somehow handle to mix obedience and free spirit, which makes them a perfect bride for any man. The majority of Russian girls to marry want companions capable of show emotional and psychological energy. It’s not that they need you to face all hardships in life when you’re in a relationship. A typical hot Russian spouse wants somebody ready to face his ground and defend her. In most instances, it’s enough to make up a agency frequent floor for a potential relationship.

At the stage of relationship, the man is the knight, and the woman is the princess whose coronary heart he needs to win. He ought to act gentlemanly, plan romantic dates, do his greatest to impress a woman, give flowers and compliments. Squeezed collectively in cramped conditions, individuals went through faculty and college, fell in love, obtained married, gave start to children and raised grandchildren. Somewhere along the way, the concept of “personal area” was generally misplaced. The girls wish to be pleased sooner or later so that they be a part of the trusted dating company.

The worst factor is that Russian girls are junkies for this sort of relationship. They don’t need a regular, steady and loving relationship. It’s some actually twisted part of Russian tradition which you don’t must trouble to understand trigger not even they do. It’s an excellent thing as a result of after they love you, they may really be in love with you.

While their western counterparts believed that witches were stunning, Russians depicted witches as old and ugly women. In their tales, they all the time portrayed witches as unpleasant girls, they usually often got accused of witchcraft. They used to explain witches as old ladies with crooked tooth, unkempt hair, ugly form, amongst different things. One could say that Russians believed that witchcraft was a sinful act, and so the value of wielding such an unholy energy would be the disfigurement of the physique. After all, there have to be a value for individuals who made a cope with the satan. Having power, intelligence and wonder gave the impression to be too good of a deal anyway.

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Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary

Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary: Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary located in Unnao district on the Kanpur-Lucknow highway in Uttar Pradesh, India consisting of a lake and the surrounding environs. It is one of the many wetlands of Northern India. The sanctuary provides protection for 250 species of migratory birds mostly from CIS (or formerly USSR) countries, but the numbers have been dwindling since the 1990s, most having relocated to newer areas in Himachal and Rajasthan.Nawabganj Bird SanctuaryThe main area of the sanctuary is around a shallow lake, which serves as the perfect place for migratory and water birds to dwell around for a while. The Government of India declared Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary a protected area in the year 1984. The sanctuary is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. The sanctuary also a Bird Interpretation Center, which gives knowledge about birds an their behavior in detail. From Lucknow, the sanctuary is located at a distance of around 35 kilometers. The sanctuary has some very rare birds that come visiting during the migratory season. These birds come from as far as Europe and Siberia, traveling a distance of around 5000 kilometers every year. These birds include Graylag Goose, Pintail, Cotton teal, Red Crested Pochard, Gadwall, Shoveller, Coot and Mallard. Other residential and local birds include Spotwill, Sarus crane, Painted Stork, Peacock, White Ibis, Dabchick, Whistling teal, Open billed stork, White necked stork, Pheasant tailed jacana, Bronze winged Jacana, Purple moorhen, Lapwing, Tern vulture, Pigeon, King crow, Indian roller and Bee eater.

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