There are few items of jewellery (or jewelry) that are remarkably versitile and suit most occasions.Of course there is no such thing as a jewellery necessity and nothing terrible will happen to you if you have no jewellery whatsoever. However a few flexible…
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Many people at some point have taken off that beautiful new bracelet, ring or necklace, only to discover an interesting green stain left on the skin. This is not usually considered a good look. A green ring round the neck might be exactly what…
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February 3, 2015 Skin and Body
Looking younger when you are over fifty is unlikely to be achieved by using every anti-aging product the local pharmacy has to offer, although you will certainly achieve a much thinner wallet. Plastic surgery is also something to be extremely…
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February 3, 2015 Skin and Body
Not every woman wants to ‘make the most of herself’ all the time. There are plenty of occasions where an attractive woman might want to downplay her beauty. Unfortunately gender discrimination still exists in the workplace and in some careers…
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February 2, 2015 Skin and Body
Bad habits do nothing for your appearance. They can lead to weight gain, awful skin, premature aging, tooth staining, and even tooth loss. You don’t need to be a heroin addict or chronic alcoholic for the effects of a bad…
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A very effective way to save money on jewellery is to invest in a shotgun, a balaclava and a fast car. Then indulge in your new adrenalin soaked hobby. This does have downsides, mainly that the chances are you will end up…
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January 17, 2015 Skin and Body
A three minute shower in the morning saves water, electricity and time. If you shower quickly then you have time to eat breakfast and have a relaxed morning. This is much better than rushing out the door, toothbrush in one…
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Women have the choice of wearing trousers (pants), skirts or dresses to work. While all are appropriate and can look professional, trousers are usually the safest option. It is all too easy for skirts to send out the wrong messages,…
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Some places are really best avoided on a first date. You are aiming for a relaxed, enjoyable time and getting to know each other a bit better. You do not want to be feeling tense, awkward, bored, embarrassed, or, in the…
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It is best to keep conversation on a first date light, interesting and humorous. You are getting to know each other but this is perhaps not the best time to share all your dark secrets and irrational fears. There are some…
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November 5, 2014 Skin and Body
In hotter countries it can be practical as well as attractive to develop a natural tan if you have pale skin. A natural tan does make burning less likely. Of course the best way to get a good suntan without being burned…
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Green is an unusual colour for eyes and can look stunning. Green eyes work well with most colours of eye shadow, although there are a couple of shades probably best avoided. You may wish to use a contrasting colour to make them…
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September 28, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Planning for a financially sound marriage might sound as unromantic as it gets. However, in a few years time, arguments about spending, crippling debts and building resentment are going to create a lot of problems. Preventing this happening in the first…
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Pink is a great colour for men who want to look camp, and there are plenty of men, gay and straight, who find the camp image lots of fun. The problems arise when you are a man who likes pink,…
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May 18, 2014 Friends and Peers
Every workplace has at least one designated Pest. Even the best natured of us might find ourselves annoyed by the workplace nuisance. Some horrendous workplaces might have lots of Pests. Dealing with them is tricky. You will have to work…
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Making yourself more attractive to the opposite sex is not all that difficult. A few fairly simple changes can make all the difference. Getting a haircut, losing the toupee and maybe getting a bit fitter are a great start, although…
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September 13, 2013 Friends and Peers
Bad tempered co-workers who spend all day grumping about one thing after another, from an inexperienced new boss to an inadequate yogurt, can be tiresome to work with. Unfortunately you will have to spend a large amount of your waking…
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