How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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The demand for organic skincare has grown tremendously over the past couple of years, as more and more consumers are becoming conscious of chemicals and toxins in their products, and doing their best to avoid them. As a result, organic…
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Tanzanite is one of the new exotic gemstones to come onto the market. This striking purplish-blue gemstone variety of the mineral zoisite was discovered in 1967 in Tanzania, East Africa. The mine site is at the base of Africa’s highest…
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How do you spot a liar? Check and see if his or her pants are on fire! Unfortunately, spotting liars isn’t easy, and lies (like liars) vary tremendously, from the tiniest tattles to the wildest whoppers. So, if you perceive…
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As the costume loft manager for a youth theatre company, I would immediately tell you to buy or make the costumes you need for a theatrical show or a production. And when it comes to needing individual costumes, my answer…
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Having been a Victoria’s Secret addict (I was going to pretty that up by declaring myself a ‘connoisseur’, but who am I kidding?) for about 15 years now. When I say addict, that is exactly what I mean; a trip…
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As a Plus Size, curvy gal I can tell you my secrets to being complimented versus disappearing in my voluptuousness. You have to begin your clothing palette correctly by establishing what can NOT be seen by the general public. The…
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An unfortunate part of life is the fact people will lie and cheat and sometimes it is difficult to tell the difference between fact and fiction. Even the most practiced of liars can be caught out as evident by the…
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May 30, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Second Marriages most definitely CAN work. They can and do work for many reasons. Of course there are those second marriages that don’t work, and these are the people that may end up having 3rd and 4th marriages as well….
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May 30, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
As self-centered beings by nature, human beings are definitely monogamous only by nurture. We are, from birth, creatures that are interested in making sure that our own pleasures are satisfied. Our wants and needs are number one. As we grow…
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Pregnancy and skin problems go hand in hand, whether you like it or not. If you do not want to be caught by surprise by how pregnancy affects the skin, you need to know all about the way pregnancy hormones…
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There will be many times throughout your life when you will need to make a decision based on information being provided by a third party. Whether it’s the marketing pitch from a car salesperson, or the habitual unfaithful partner pleading…
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Lupus to the Rescue David, a young ten year old boy closed the door behind him as he left the farmhouse and he walked across the yard towards the barn. He whistled and Lupus his German Shepard dog joined him…
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“You’ve been poked, don’t get screwed.” And the saying you get what you pay for always rings true as well or does it? I’ve been getting tattooed for over 11 years now. I knew nothing about getting tattooed at all….
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Fashionista mom has a nice ring to it don’t you think. I picture a nice dark jean, with a baby t and a solid button down shirt, to hide my muffin tops. Okay maybe too dull, to be labeled fashionista,…
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There’s just something about T-shirts-they will never go out of style. They are worn and loved by people of all ages, races and genders. T-shirts are worn in many cultures. And the T-shirt has accomplished what very few things have:…
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How do you know when someone is lying to you? I suppose that somewhere deep in our souls, we already know. Still, if you need a clue, I have a few for you. All you need to do is to…
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What is Personal Color Charting? Have you ever heard of personal color charting? Personal color charting is a method to determine what colors will look best on you, based on skin color. There are usually four different sets of colors,…
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All human beings, for one reason or another, will occasionally lie. The majority of individuals attempt to do so with as much irregularity as possible, yet the fact is, from time to time, we all fall below the standards we…
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When Coco Chanel coined her “little black dress” trend, she surely must have known that it would be a lasting craze. No woman’s wardrobe is complete without her go-to little black dress to wear to work, the theatre, on dates,…
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Natural Bath Products for Dry Skin (Xerosis) Weather, stress and pollution can damage and dry out the skin, and soap can be harsh. Sensitive skin can erupt in itchy dry patches or flaky blemishes. Here are some soothing natural remedies…
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People by their very nature tend to lie all the time, every single day of their lives from the day they learn how to speak. And while most of these might be trivial, there are some instances when we wish…
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May 30, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage initially began as an aspect of religious traditions and values. Throughout history various religious groups have had their own views and implications when it comes to joining a prospective couple. In America specifically, the ideas of marriage are centralized…
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With winter vastly approaching, its time to update our wardrobes just a bit. The fashion trends for the 2009-2010 winter season is difficult to fully explain with just a few words. Too many styles, from boho chic to country chic,…
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May 30, 2015 Friends and Peers
It’s a typical happening: “girls’ night out” or “going out with the guys.” It is the one night the gang can do their own thing without their significant others or anyone of the opposite sex ruining the fun. But when…
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May 30, 2015 Friends and Peers
Kindness, although one of the meeker or quieter virtues, holds the most power when it comes to relationships. It is prevalent in the golden rule, which states “Do to others what you would want them to do to you.” This…
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It doesn’t take super-powers to be the best dressed guy in the room, nor does it take a super-sized budget. In fact, with only a few must-have pieces, you can whip even the scariest wardrobe into super-hero shape. Classic Suit…
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Urticaria or hives is characterized by raised red itchy welts on the skin and can appear anywhere on the body including face, lips, tongue and throat. CAUSES AND SYMPTOMSUrticaria is caused by the release of histamine into the blood as…
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May 30, 2015 Friends and Peers
Low self-esteem is like a poison. It creeps into a person’s mind and grows like a bad weed throughout years of constant watering. So slowly does it plant itself into ones mind that it is not noticed until it is…
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Being in the lingerie business, it’s almost impossible for me to walk by a lingerie store or department without stopping in and looking around. And, as one would suspect, I get approached by their employees. What I’ve noticed over the…
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The curse of dry skin in men can be a major irritation and even more so when the weather turns colder and adds to the problem. When the skin lacks moisture another side effect is that shaving becomes uncomfortable. Relieving…
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