16
January
2012
Cancer survivors, cancer patients, and their loved ones appreciate an ocean of pink ribbons worn to support their cause and cancer research. If your little pink ribbon has seen better days, replace it with one of these more durable items:
With a pink-ribbon embellished t-shirt, baseball cap, or fitted vest, you won’t have to worry about safety-pins or stickers. These quality items include embroidered or screen-printed designs that often have a slogan along with the pink ribbon.
You can even find the pink ribbon on a cute pair of argyle socks!
Instead of a fragile ribbon made of satin, why not use one of the more durable cancer pins? Affordable versions are made in gold with sparkling pink crystals, while higher end pieces use genuine pink sapphires.
Pink ribbons are also available as earrings, pendants, and charms. If you have a proud cancer survivor in your circle of friends, either choice makes a perfect gift for any occasion.
Cool off after you support the cause at a local walking or running event with your pink ribbon decorated water bottle. If you have a team of walkers, order one for each member to show your appreciation for their efforts.
Fill the kitchen of your favorite cancer survivor with baking items decorated with the cheerful pink ribbon. Choose from measuring spoons to make sure your special treats come out just right!
If you’d like to recruit a few new supporters, handing out cookies shaped like pink ribbons complete with a coating of pink frosting would definitely get your message across. Cupcakes presented in pink-ribbon-covered baking cups will also be an instant hit.
Although regular mail is grinding slowly to what may eventually be an actual halt, many offices and homes still place a few random envelopes in the mailbox. Why not make filling in the return address easy and show your support for the cause at the same time?
Rubber stamps are available for home or office use with your return address and the pink cancer ribbon. If you have a stockpile of pre-printed envelopes, you can always order a stamp with just the pink ribbon icon and one of the popular cancer fighting logos. Don’t forget some bright pink ink while you’re at it!
If you’ve just found out your cancer is in remission, why not celebrate with a permanent reminder of just how lucky you are and how important cancer research continues to be? Many cancer survivors and their loved ones consider a pink-ribbon tattoo to be the best way to show their lifelong commitment to fighting this terrible disease.
To make your tattoo even more special, why not add the remission date as well? If you’re not excited about another needle, there are several versions of pink-ribbon temporary tattoos to try on. Who knows? After wearing one of these, you might change your mind and get inked permanently.
Whether you choose one of these lovely items for yourself or someone special, it shows how much you care! What’s your favorite way to show your commitment to a worthy cause?
Annie is a creative blogger for Dobovo, the international travel company offering a wode range of Kiev apartments for budget travellers.
15
December
2011
A little bit of sugar makes the medicine go down, according to Mary Poppins. The same holds true with vegetables as well as medicine. No, of course we are not advocating putting the sugar bowl next to your child’s plate, but the same concept can work with all sorts of other ingredients. Here are some great vegetable recipes that will have your children asking for seconds.
Creamed Spinach
No one but Popeye likes spinach in its pure, unadulterated form. But bathe it in a creamy sauce, and you can just see the muscles pop!
In a small saucepan, melt a tablespoon of butter or margarine. Gradually sprinkle in a tablespoon of flour. Stir quickly and vigorously until well blended into a paste. Gradually add a cup of milk, or if you are not concerned about calories, cream. Keep whisking until smooth and thick. Mix well with cooked fresh or frozen chopped spinach.
Candied Carrots
Looks like we lied about the sugar bowl on the dinner table. This is a quick and delicious way to get everyone, not just children to love their carrots.
In a small saucepan, melt a tablespoon of butter or margarine. Add a tablespoon of granulated brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is melted into the butter. Pour over well drained cooked carrots, frozen or fresh, and then toss to blend flavors.
Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Every child of my acquaintance loves cheese, so why don’t we just wrap it around everything they don’t like to eat? Full of vitamins and calcium, they will be getting a double whammy of good for them vegetables and cheese.
In a microwaveable cup or bowl, put about a cup of grated American cheese. Microwave on medium for about a minute. Stir and microwave for another minute until completely melted. Pour over steamed broccoli heads in a baking dish and blend gently, so as not to break up the heads. Sprinkle bread crumbs over and dot with butter. Bake for 5 minutes to melt the butter and crisp the bread crumbs.
Vegetables with Dip
If you have really fussy kids, or in a pinch, one sure way of getting the good vitamins from vegetables into your kids’ bellies is to just serve raw vegetables that they like. Carrot sticks, pepper strips, celery and cucumbers sections make a delicious and colorful platter of great food that they can dip into the sauce of your choice.
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1
December
2011
Reality often times is less a product of truth than it is perception. While you may consider it frivolous, maintaining a good appearance is vital for achieving success. This is true from a marketing standpoint as well as with respect to one’s confidence. Here are 5 reasons why the aplomb and attention that comes with good exercise habits can be the driving force behind your success:
1. Exercise Makes You Attractive
Cosmetic changes can significantly alter the way people perceive you, and studies have shown that people who are more physically attractive tend to make more money. This is neither fair nor or even ethical, but an ugly truth that people have resigned to accept. For some, this means spending a lot of money on contemporary fashion and style. However, a far healthier solution is to exercise and sculpt your body.
2. Working Out Improves Posture
The business world involves rituals that are almost animal in nature. Good posture. A firm handshake. These are just some of the things clients and employers look for when gauging your stock as a professional. Doing exercises specifically designed to build your core and your hand strength will create a solid impression that can last a lifetime. In addition to unconscious cues, working out regularly demonstrates a strong worth ethic.
3. Confidence
Exercise boosts your confidence, which in turn makes you more proficient at what you do and more convincing in how you market yourself. This leads to more opportunities and swift vertical movement. Confidence provides you with the sense to know when to take risks and aggressively pursue career goals. In short, it acts as a self-fulfilling prophecy. Those who have faith in their abilities are more likely to attain success simply because they believe the effort is worth making.
Confidence is also a vital part experiential learning. Once you achieve a modicum of success, you can draw upon that experience for future endeavors, repeating the cycle of accomplishment. Top athletes, for instance, often draw upon achievements gained at lower levels to help them in similar situations in the pros. Getting in shape starts you on the path to building your own highlight reel of confidence boosting experiences. In fact, studies show that even a delusional bit a confidence leads to a high rate of success. Doctors, lawyers, and celebrities are so confident that they overrate their abilities, and yet it’s this perception of self that is the engine of their prosperity.
4. Exercise Boosts Your Intelligence
The joke is that people who work out build every muscle except the one that counts. On the contrary, scientific research has shown that aerobic exercise can grow new brain cells. Studies indicate that daily running can increase synaptic plasticity and stimulate neurogenesis. Regular exercise also increases blood flow and regulates hormone levels, which can reduce stress and depression while increasing stamina for working those long nights. All of this results in a fitter body and mind ready to take on the challenge of building your career.
5. Exercise Makes You Happier
Working out increases the serotonin level in your brain, which makes you a happier and more well-rested worker. Having a more amiable and optimistic personality makes clients, employers, and co-workers perceive you in a more favorable light, which in turns gives you an edge when it comes time to discuss promotions.
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