Baby Gifts - One of the Easiest Gifts to Buy

 

Graco Shelby Classic 4 in 1 Convertible Crib, Cappuccino

Some gifts that the baby's grandparents could possibly give would be a crib, for the baby's first couple of years of his/her life. Another gift along the same lines is a set for the crib, the sheet set, bumper pads and cover. Of course you will need to know the colors the parents have chosen for the baby's room first. What about having a special rocking horse that you have made, or purchase one specially for this baby, with their initials engraved on it.
If you know someone who could make a quilt for this little bundle of joy, this would be a very special gift, done in the colors of the room again. Gifts which are homemade always have more meaning for the new mother, so what about attending a craft sale in your neighborhood, where you might be able to buy that unusual gift you are looking for, or if you are so inclined and crafty, maybe you could make it yourself. That would even have more meaning for the mother and later on, the baby too.

A gift basket would fill all the needs for the baby, all contained in one package. It might contain a set of bibs, a towel and wash cloth set, a rattle, some powder, baby soap, shampoo and a small teddy bear. Another one could have some specialty diapers or enough disposable diapers to last for any given amount of time. Maybe a gift certificate for a diaper service, would be a good gift, if the mother prefers to have cloth diapers. If she chooses to wash her own diapers, then a diaper pail filled with diapers could be the best gift she could receive.

 

IQ Baby Knock-Knock Blocks

Educational toys are always a wonderful idea for new babies, also toys to help their motor skills and eye-hand coordination. There are so many baby toys on the market today, that it is very difficult to choose. Think of toys which will last them for more than a couple of months of their lives. A cute fuzzy teddy bear is always a favorite for babies, one big enough for them to enjoy when they grow a little bigger.

Corolle Nursery Navy blue & pink Carriage - 12" x 15" x 21"

Some parents are going back to the carriages which were used a few years ago, and this would be a great gift for a few friends to go together to buy for the baby. They are so comfortable, and the baby will have a wonderful sleep when walked in a pram. If the mother would prefer, a good stroller would be a gift which will be used for a long time.

Living the Spirit With a Spirit Treadmill

The Spirit Treadmill has been around for more than two decades now. However, since it was not widely distributed as the other brands, the Spirit brand wasn't as popular as the rest. Then again, for some time now, the Spirit brand has been making its way as one of the most bought treadmill brands. This isn't inevitable though since the Spirit brand has a good reputation for being stable and well built which can be seen on both the product and its reviews. Some of the treadmill series which Spirit is proud of is its Esprit series, Spirit XT series, and Z series.

One of the strengths of the Spirit Treadmill is its wide variety of models. Because of this, you can surely find a treadmill that has the brand Spirit no matter what your budget is. As a matter of fact, you can find a treadmill even if your budget is below a thousand dollars. Another strong point of the brand Spirit is that it has a lengthy warranty. Most of the treadmills that are under this brand have a frame warranty of a lifetime. A motor warranty ranging from 30 years up to a lifetime can also be found. One to five years warranty for parts or electronics and one to two years warranty on labor are also being offered by this brand. However, as mentioned earlier, since the Spirit Treadmill was not widely distributed as the other brands, you might encounter some difficulty in finding this brand.

Understand an Acne Remedy

One of the best acne remedies are holistic systems. A holistic system is the one which controls harmonic unbalance, which is quite important for acne. Being in control over the food may help you cure from the acne a little bit. The disease will not spread but it has to be cured. Control over food is important to stop further development of disease, but for curing you should go for holistic systems.

Taking homeopathy is another development in the process. Taking benzoyl peroxide is of some effect in tackling the problem. But not the permanent cure, it is only temporary. Benzoyl peroxide is an anti-biotic. Holistic system is the best system for the permanent cure because of multi faced system.

For example, the computer is made of many small parts. On the whole it is used to carry out the said information. Like wise holistic systems consist of many big procedures, when it comes to cure, because of its big procedure it is better and becomes permanent.

The car without brake or accelerator is a waste, because you can't run from one place to another, in the same way other methods of remedy are there to cure acne problems, is like the car without an accelerator or a brake.

Another acne remedy to cure acne is the oil of the tea tree. In ancient days they used to cure acne through the oil of the tea tree. It takes time to cure the acne. The cure is not as fast as you take medication like benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide is a homeopathic medication used for curing acne.

Acne is produced when the bacteria is producing toxins under the skin regions. So that at the top of the skin regions Acne is formed. The side effects of Acne are inflammation. The type of bacteria which produce toxins is called p.Acnes. Bacteria started developing under the skin. In order to remove acne you have to kill the bacteria which started multiplying under the skin. Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic. It starts killing the bacteria which causes acne. So it is important to kill bacteria in order to remove acne. From the above points I hope you would be clear, about the acne remedy tips for Acne.

Once again take a quick review:

1. It is caused by bacteria which produce in toxics under the skin and result in the acne.

2. There are several methods to cure the acne.

3. One of the methods used to cure acne is tea tree oil.

4. Tea tree oil consists of antiseptic and consists of germs kill ability so as to cure acne.

5. Another method of curing acne is using holistic system.

6. Holistic system consist of multi faced system which will be helpful in curing the acne

7. Another acne remedy is homeopathic treatment.

8. A tablet benzoyl peroxide is given for curing acne.

Acne Tips - 3 Tips to Get Rid of Your Acne Infection Forever

Are you worried about your acne infection? Are you still concerned about your facial skin? Is your flawed skin tone starting to bother you way too often? If the answer to even a single question is 'yes', it's time you read this article with care.

Keep Your Face Oil Free

Blemishes are known to strike at will. Especially if you are a teenager, the chances are that you may be suffering from either blackheads or whiteheads. To be able to get rid of them, you would be required to cleanse your face with fresh water and mild soap. You simply need to remove the excess oil from your face.

Make Use Of A Face Pack

Pollution and stress play a major role in aggravating the acne infection. In order to remove the pollutants from the surface of your facial skin, you simply need to apply a face pack, preferably a fruit facial, on a weekly basis. Likewise, you can try and soothe your mind by listening to soft music.

Apply An Anti-Acne Cream

There are plenty of anti-blemish supplements available in the market today. In order to avoid the occurrence of whiteheads and blackheads, you need to try and apply an anti-blemish cream on a regular basis. These creams are readily available through an online store. Simply place an order and the cream of your choice would be delivered to your doorstep.

In order to look good and maintain a flawless skin tone, you need to try and make use of the above mentioned tips on a regular basis.

Sexy High Heels Need Sexy Feet

When I wear my favorite red high heels I have to know that my feet are looking their best. I love high heels, shoes that make me feel great about my legs make me feel good all over.

When you put on some gorgeous high heels people will notice and they will also notice your feet so they must look as good as your shoes. Instead of spending your hard earned money at a salon you can do your own pedicure and save your cash for new shoes!

To do your own pedicure requires that you gather some simple and inexpensive tools for the job and these are:

- Nail varnish remover
- Cotton wool
- A bowl of warm water
- A rough sponge
- A foot file

To get the best results from your DIY pedicure there is some preparatory work to be done first and these cheap tools will be all you need.

Prepare your feet by first removing any old nail varnish using the nail varnish remover and cotton wool, you can buy special sticks with cotton wool on but we are saving money, right? Be sure to get into the edges and corners by the cuticles and thoroughly clean your nails.

Once you have done this soak your feet in a bowl of warm water for five to ten minutes, this is a treat in itself so make the most of it. Once the skin is softened massage your feet all over with the rough sponge, this does two jobs in one, it relaxes your poor tired feet and exfoliates the dead skin cells leaving the skin looking fresh and soft.

Dry your feet thoroughly especially between the toes and then you are ready for the foot file. Foot files generally have a rough and a smoother side, use the rough side first and then turn it over to finish the job. Concentrate on the heels, balls of your feet and the area underneath the big toes.

When you are satisfied that you have gotten rid of the old, ugly dead skin then you can begin to bring those little tootsies back to gorgeousness. Use a good quality foot moisturiser and work it right into the skin. Take your time to do this step as it feels good and the deeper you get the cream into your skin the better.

Now you need the next set of tools which are:

- Cuticle sticks, some call them orange sticks
- Nail file
- Nail buffer
- Nail coat base
- Nail varnish.

Use the cuticle sticks to gently push the cuticles up and around the base of the nail, the idea is to get a smooth and crisp line around the top of the nail, this will give your nails length.

When you are happy with the look of your cuticles you can then trim your nails with a special clipper or with a pair of nail scissors. Care should be taken to only cut the nails straight across, cutting down the sides can lead to very painful ingrowing toe nails. After you have trimmed the nails use a nail file to smooth the cut edges.

Next you will want to use the nail buffer to get the surface of the nail as smooth as possible. This will give the nail base coat and eventually the varnish a good surface on which to adhere. The finished product will then be stronger, more shiny and resistant to chipping. Now you are ready to paint.

The first coat of varnish should always be a base primer coat, this will prpare the surface and allow the top coat to go on smoothly and without ripples. Take the brush and dip it into the base, wipe off excess against the side of the bottle, you do not want to overload it. Use three strokes, center, one side and then the other, use a finger nail or cuticle stick to remove any that gets onto the skin on your toe.

Now, be patient, the base coat needs to dry thoroughly and that will take twenty minutes to half an hour. Do not be tempted to try and hurry it along by using a hairdryer, most varnishes are extremely flammable and you do not want to set your pinkies alight.

When the base coat is dry use the same method of three strokes to apply the top coat, one coat is usually all that is required but allowing the same amount of time to pass and applying a second layer of varnish can make the color deeper and more vibrant. I love to use a wicked and very glamorous cherry shade to go with my red high heels.

Is Dry Shampoo Right For You?

You may have heard of the many wonders of a product called dry shampoo. This convenient product is widely touted in some beauty circles, but the cynic in you might be wondering if this product can really offer anything to you in particular. Dry shampoo is a powder that you can apply to your hair to absorb the excess oil and make it look cleaner and smell fresher. Although many people use it successfully, whether or not it is a good fit for you depends on your hair styling habits, your hair's condition and texture, and your budget.

First, consider how frequently you wash your hair. If you wash your hair daily and actually enjoy this process, you probably have no need for waterless shampoo. Perhaps you are one of the lucky few who can wash your hair and let it air dry and it looks perfect. If so, thank your lucky stars and stick to your routine. But if you are like most people and washing your hair is a bit of production, powder shampoo can help. For many of us, washing our hair is followed by conditioning, then blow-drying, then heat styling such as straightening, which adds up to a lot of time spent in the bathroom. Most of us wish we could get away with doing all of this less often, and dry shampoo enables us to take the easy way out sometimes. Also, people who travel or camp a lot will find it useful because it means lighter packing and a quicker beauty routine on the go.

Hair condition and texture also play a role in determining if dry shampoo is right for you. If your hair gets greasy quickly, dry shampoo is made with you in mind. Since its primary effect is absorbing the oil in your hair, then it is great to keep on hand even if you do enjoy washing your hair frequently as you can use it for touchups throughout the day. On the other hand, if your hair is very dry, you may not even need it because you might be able to go a few days between washings without having the telltale slick look. If your hair is colored, dry shampoo can help you prolong the time between colorings since frequent washings are a surefire way to fade your color quickly. And if you use a lot of heat styling, this is a great way to give your hair a break from all of those damaging tools.

Budget is another consideration for this product. Although you can find hair powder in any price range, some of the best dry shampoos can be pricey. Some people consider the convenience worth the effort. Also, when weighed against the cost of styling products and even your utility bills from using heat styling tools, it can actually work out to be cheaper. If cost is a big concern, you can also make your own, although it won't work as well as the commercial products.

101 in 1001

I was going to make a list of 10 green things I wanted to accomplish in 2010. Instead, I am going to do a 101 in 1001 list. Yes, I am going to try to accomplish 101 different new things in 1001 days. I am going to start 1/1/2010 and my 1001 days will end 9/27/2012 (yes that does include the leap year in 2012). Wow, now that the dates are written out that is a long time.

So here it goes:

The mission: Complete 101 preset tasks on 1001 days.

The criteria: Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).

Items that have been completed will be strikedthrough.
Items that I am currently working on will be green.

GOING GREEN
1. This is the biggest one...Get the Hubs on board with the "green" lifestyle
2. Convert all cleaning products to eco-friendly ones, preferably homemade
3. Convert all beauty products to eco-friendly ones
4. Get educated with books and documentaries
5. Reduce the use of paper towels
6. Shop locally and at farmer's markets
7. Start composting
8. Use recycled toilet paper
9. Reduce water usage
10. Figure out a way to reduce junk mail

TRAVEL
11. Visit friends in NC (2/2010)
12. Visit a US city I have never been to
13. Travel outside of the country
14. Visit friends that are moving to Omaha
15. Go to Vegas (7/9-7/16/2010)
16. Go see a Broadway show
17. Visit 5 attractions in the tri-state area that I have never been to or don't remember
18. Go to a vineyard (7/12/10)
19. Actually take pictures during my travels
20. Visit a National Park

CREATE
21. Track my 101 in 1001 experience in my blog
22. Make 10 new recipes (10/10) +1
23. Take an activity class just for fun and not related to Grad School
24. Start making my own hair and beauty products
25. Give homemade products as gifts (and for feedback)

EXPAND KNOWLEDGE
26. Finish Grad School(12/7/10)
27. Read 50 books that are not crime related (7/50)
28. Read 100 books not including 50 above (11/100)
29. Re-read "To Kill a Mockingbird" and remember why I love the book so much
30. Watch 5 documentaries on eco-friendly living (4/5)
31. Eat at 10 new restaurants (6/10)
32. Go to an opera
33. Learn to correctly tie a bow tie
34. Learn a new language
35. Be able to accurately label a US map
36. Be able to accurately label a map of Africa
37. Be able to identify 5 constellations
38. Learn about a current political issue and be able to speak on it intelligibly
39. Learn how to change the oil in my car

ORGANIZE
40. Finally change my name on all documents
41. Organize and clean my entire home
42. Paint the guest room
43. Donate clothes and shoes that the Hubs and I no longer wear
44. Make the bed every day for 1001 days
45. Make sure the kitchen is clean every day before I go to work for 1001 days

RE-CONNECT
46. Send Christmas cards (12/2010)
47. Meet 3 online friends in real life (7/3/2010)
48. Have a GTG with people I have not seen since high school
49. Restart "Girls Night Out"
50. Go out to lunch with my mom and mother-in-law (5/8/2010)
51. Spend the day doing whatever the Hubs wants to do
52. Join an organization that will help my career goals

GIVE BACK
53. Donate to Sankofa International
54. Pay for the meal of someone behind me
55. Volunteer at a food bank or shelter
56. Donate to charities through CFC every year (1/3)
57. Put money in someones expired meter
58. Go to church more regularly

FINANCIAL/LEGAL
59. Get term-life insurance for the Hubs and I
60. Get a living will and trust for the Hubs and I
61. Reach our goal for our E-fund
62. Open ROTH IRA's for the Hubs and I
63. Become debt free except for the mortgage
64. Update my resume and have it reviewed by others
65. Make an actual effort to find my dream job
66. Research a stock and invest in it
67. Put $5 in savings for each task completed

HEALTH
68. Run 3 miles in 30 minutes
69. Run in an organized 5K
70. Train for a 10K
71. Swim 300 hours (1/300)
72. Eat vegan for a day
73. Eat raw for a day
74. Attend a spinning class once a week for a month
75. Go on a run with the Hubs
76. Get to my goal weight the healthy way
77. Go to a naturopath doctor (1/24/11)
78. Go to the doc and have the TTC discussion (OMG!) (2/11/10)

GOOD FOR THE SOUL
79. Spend an entire day with my goddaughter (just us and maybe the Hubs)
80. Get dressed up for a night on the town with the Hubs
81. Convince someone else to start 101 in 1001 (1/1/2010)
82. Write down 10 reasons why I love the Hubs and give it to him (6/13/2010)
83. Surprise the Hubs with a romantic evening
84. Embrace my inner beauty, Diva, bombshell, sexpot for a night
85. Watch a sunrise
86. Watch a sunset (3/18/10)
87. Kiss the Hubs in the rain

JUST FOR FUN
88. Buy a pair of shoes I want no matter the price (12/7/10)
89. Go to a professional tennis match(8/2-8/3/10)
90. Do B-pics as a gift for the Hubs
91. Go see "Sex and the City 2" with the girls(5/28/10)
92. Do Karaoke (12/25/10)
93. Play in the rain
94. Get the Hubs to act like a kid as much as I do for an activity
95. Buy a gift for the Hubs that will really surprise him and not worry about the price
96. Stay in a fancy room in a hotel for one night (maybe the penthouse!)
97. Go see Cirque du Soleil (7/13/10)
98. Take a dance class
99. Grow my hair for 1001 days only getting trims
100. Play Trivial Pursuit and learn some things (3/19/10)
101. Do something rewarding at the end on my 1001 days!!