So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Toy Story Costumes Don't Mean Just Woody or Buzz Lightyear Outfits

By David Lawson

The popularity of the Toy Story movies has inspired some of the most popular costume ideas since the first movie was released in 1995. The usual Toy Story costumes usually consist of Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear as their iconic status has only increased with children over the years.

One of a Kind Toy Story Costumes

Toy Story costumes may be top on your list for Halloween costume ideas this year, especially since it's so easy to find a Sheriff Woody, Cowgirl Jessie, or Buzz Lightyear getup. But wouldn't be be more exciting to express more of your individuality and go with a less well-known toy from the blockbuster movies?

After all, the three main characters shouldn't be all you limit yourself to. For some other great Toy Story costume ideas, here are a few examples:

Lovable Bo Peep

This toy is modeled after Little Bo Beep from the popular children's story. In the first movie, Bo Beep plays the object of Sheriff Woody's affections, so this Toy Story costume would work great as a couples costume. You can probably find what you need to create a cute shepherdess ensemble at a local thrift shop.

Hamm I Am

Hamm really stole the show for many fans of the Toy Story films. Purchasing a pig costume would allow you to create a Toy Story costume in Hamm's image rather easily. He is a piggy bank, so you just need to make it obvious that there's a coin slot on the back and a cork on the tummy. Of course you can simply find a ready-made Hamm costume online if that's more up your alley.

Mr. Potato Head

Mr. Potato Head is a potato-shaped toy with large, colorful body parts that detach. His character is sarcastic and outspoken, and as far as Toy Story costumes go, he makes a great one! A Mr. Potato Head Toy Story costume is a great chance to get creative ? imagine all the possibilities with those interchangeable parts!

Girls also have a great opportunity to get creative with Mrs. Potato Head. She's almost the same as Mr. Potato Head but with more feminine plastic parts like eyelashes, skirts and high heel shoes. Think of how well a Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head costume would work for couples going to a costume party together!

Because Sarge Says So

Everyone remembers the leader of the green plastic toy soldiers, Sarge. His character is still quite popular and it's simple to copy his green army uniform for a one of a kind Toy Story costume.

It doesn't matter whether you pick Hamm, Sarge, Mr. Potato Head or Bo Peep, you'll surely have a great time at your costumed event. Remember, why not be yourself instead of like everyone else by standing out in your one of a kind Toy Story costume? The Toy Story character you choose doesn't matter nearly as much as the attitude you bring with it!

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A Brief Review of Ardys Body Reshaping Company

By Ellie Gant

With the current popularity of multilevel marketing business it is more important than ever for people to educate themselves about any MLM opportunity they are considering and Ardys is no different. In my years of working with MLM businesses I have developed a system I use to objectively evaluate a MLM opportunity.

I think it is important to make sure people have a reasonable understanding of what they are getting into any time they sign up for an MLM program, which is why I review so many of them. Any time I review an MLM business I always look at the same three core factors.

The product, the company, and the currently established marketing system are the easiest ways to compare MLM opportunities because they are both universally applicable and relatively straight forward.

That being said, how solid is the Ardys product? Well, that's going to depend on which of their many products you are talking about. With years of experience manufacturing body reshaping garments, Ardys' has a fairly solid product in the form of garments like the Body Magic. While there are competitors in this field I am hard pressed to think of a recognizable one.

These days Ardys offers more than just their reshaping garments. The Ardys product line now also consists of health supplements and skin care products. While a diverse product line opens up a new customer base for their distributors, the level of competition in both the health supplement and the skin care industry cannot be ignored.

Then there is Ardys the company. Depending on which date you want to choose, their incorporation date in the US, or the date which the family owned business that turned into the Ardys Corporation, Ardys has been in the business of making body reshaping garments for basically twenty years. The expertise that they bring to this aspect of their product line is definitely a good thing.

Lastly there is the marketing system that is in place. While I always look at this, I've come to learn that the business's marketing strategy is far less important than that of an individual distributor. To their credit, Ardys does have systems in place to streamline the process of recruiting prospects through the internet, which is definitely useful in today's MLM industry.

In summation Ardys is similar to many other MLM programs. While its strengths and weaknesses are unique to them, like any multilevel marketing system the real key to viable success is an effective understanding of marketing. If you want to succeed in MLM it is imperative you take the time to educate yourself on how to succeed at marketing. Doing so will give you the ability to make any MLM product a viable business.

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Product Review: Omega OM-510 Massage Chair

By Lindsey Nagel

Are you seriously looking for a shiatsu massage chair? In this review we examine the Omega Prestigio OM-510 shiatsu massage chair. This is a midrange model in the $2,000 to $3,000 price range. Omega is known for its advance technology, state of the art design, and striking aesthetics. The Prestigio OM-510 is put through the test to find the best in class massage chair recliner.

First, we should look at the manufacturer, since if there is a problem down the road, you want to make sure you will be taken care of, if the need should arise. Make sure you go with a reputable manufacturer and one that has distribution to retailers. Omega has national retail accounts and has comprehensive warranty coverage for the Prestigio massage chair. Our experience with Omega is any problems are resolved quickly and efficiently.

The Prestigio OM-510 massage chair has strong warranty protection. Omega Massage has one of the best warranties in the industry. Omega's standard warranty can only be matched if you purchase the extended warranty of other manufacturers. This is extra value provided by Omega and gives the customer more protection and lowers their risk. The Prestigio OM-510 warranty comes with 5 years on the frame, 3 years parts, 3 years labor, 1 year shipping and 90 days in-home service. Omega has comprehensive warranty coverage on their shiatsu massage chairs.

The Prestigio OM-510 shiatsu massage chair is chic, with its highly varnished wood armrests and leg footer silver accents. This is perhaps the most attractive massage chair on the market today. Many massage chairs may be functional, but they come in unattractive designs and cheap plastic side panels. Omega is famous for its striking massage chair designs. The Prestigio is a fantastic example of their design prowess. Omega also made the OM-510 comfortable with a removable back cover. There are two detachable head pillows and an extra back pad. Omega also includes a beautiful wood side table as a nice compliment to round out this massage chair recliner.

With the Prestigio massage chair choose from tapping, rolling, kneading, and Shiatsu, or combinations of all 4 massage functions in automatic mode. In the automatic program mode select from 3 timed massages from 10, 20 and 30 minutes. In the manual mode, select from 4 back courses and select the massage technique for the back. The manual courses are upper back, lower back, full back and pinpoint. The Prestigio does a great job on the lower back or lumbar area. In fact, it covers the lumbar area better than any massage chair we have tried.

One unique feature of the Prestigio shiatsu massage chair is the Knee Stretch Technology. The Prestigio energizes the air system to hold the feet and calves. The footrest will raise slightly and will then gently stretch the ankle, knee joints, thigh and calf muscles. This helps improve range of motion and joint mobility of your knees. The Prestigio has an air massage system for the lower body to cover the feet, calves, thigh and buttocks. In manual mode, select just one area to focus upon or increase or decrease the air pressure to suit your needs. The lower body massage on the Prestigio massage chair recliner is thorough and helps to relieve tension, soreness, aches and pains.

Do your feet ache after a day of work. Let the Prestigio soothe those tired feet with its reflexology foot massage. The OM-510 massage chair has built in reflexology points to induce full body relaxation as it gently squeezes your aching feet. This tireless mechanical masseuse will work all the aches, pains and tension built up in your feet. The Omega Prestigio OM-510 is certainly the best massage chair for its price. This massage chair provides a full body massage to relieve built up tensions and stress. Omega provides excellent warranty coverage protecting the consumer. The Prestigio comes with advanced features with the reflexology foot massage and the Knee Stretch Technology. The Prestigio OM-510 is the total package for a midrange shiatsu massage chair.

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The Myriad Styles of Coffee Tables

By Valero Schiffstein

There are so many different coffee table styles to choose from so how do you choose the right table for you and your home? What would you like the coffee table to say about you? Moreover, what are you buying it for? Coffee tables can serve as both a functional table, and can be a nice home decoration.

When you are choosing a table you must think about the coffee table styles you want. Is having a contemporary design more up your alley? Maybe a figure eight design with vibrant colors is your style. On the other hand, you might just want to use a glass coffee table to display some art.

Traditional coffee table styles made out of strong woods like oak or pine are perhaps better suited for everyday use. This coffee table style is mainly designed for holding cups or glasses and can even be used as a sort of footstool.

There are even more gadget-like tables out there, with levers that allow you to move them up or down. It can lift up to be used to dine on while watching TV or for other entertainment, and be lowered at other times.

If you have a piece of leather furniture in your home a coffee table with smoked double-layered glass might blend with it. These coffee table styles have a high gloss finish that shines and reflects light into the room.

Coffee tables are not used for coffee tables anymore. We know they add that extra touch in our living space. A nice soft white table with golden brown scrolls and curved legs add a touch of warmth to the room.

More streamline coffee table styles with chrome legs and a glass top might be up your alley. This can give a very clean look and feel to a room. On the other hand, maybe a more antique style would fit you by having a more aged coffee table style.

Having the right coffee table styles in your living room can give it a nice touch. You can find oval, round, layered coffee table styles and some even have aquariums inside them.

A fresh cut country look would be a great coffee table style for leather furniture giving you the feeling of being in a cabin far away from people. By adding a few soft candles and pine accessories, it can seem like another world.

A bright red coffee table style might be what you have in mind to offset that white sofa. You can give your home the impression of being a high-rise contemporary house by adding some flowers in a beautiful vase.

Benches can also be used for a coffee table if you have a lot of company, so that people can sit and enjoy each other's conversations. Put out some drinks and snacks and you now have a nice time in that room.

What would you like your coffee table style to say about you? What is its main purpose? Make sure that you shop around the many stores to find coffee table styles and designs that our out there. Your finances will play a part in this so see what you can afford, and make sure to find something that will fit your coffee table needs.

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Cut Your Hair Salon Costs by Hundreds With These Four Tips

By Anthony Lepretre

1. Styling is really costly. A jaunt to the salon suggests a minimum of $55 these days, especially if you want to do the hard stuff. Thinking about a drastic change to your hair? You're pretty much looking at a minimum of $85. Extras like extensions can push it all even higher.

With high quality lace wigs, however, you'll have none of those problems. Once you've gotten over the (shallow) learning curve of understanding how to wear the wig, you can change your hair at whatever time you want, with no expenses after your primary, one-time spending.

2. It's heavy on your hair. Alright, we have a load of hair, and it's not all theoretically a living part of us like, for example, our skin could be, but think about it -- our hair is somewhat fragile. Going to the stylist every few weeks for a heavy treatment isn't so healthy -- even your hair dresser will tell you this.

Since a good lace wig is fashioned from hair that doesn't belong to you, you have nothing to worry about. And it comes pre-styled (depending on what kind of wig you get), so there's no terrible chance of you ruining the wig, as you don't have to hold it to the same heavy styling as your natural hair.

3. It's rough on our scalps, as well. We frequently forget about our scalp, often since -- unless we razor our head -- we don't see it very often. But it's still there, a proper layer of our skin just as any other, only possessing thousands of tiny follicles.

Using a lace wig, your scalp is untouched. You can happily switch among highly different hairstyles without worrying over any theoretical issues. And provided you don't keep your wig on all the time -- which is easy, because you don't need to sleep in it, regardless -- the top layer of your scalp will always be able to breathe without a problem.

4. There's a limit to what you can alter. Regardless of the serious changes possible at the hair dresser, there's only so much any of us can do when it comes to our hair. Alright, we can dye it, chop it off, and modify it tremendously -- but in the end, it's still our hair and contains our characteristics.

It's not like this with lace wigs -- there's truly no limit to how flamboyant you can get. Your hair can go through the most incredible color and style transformations during the course of one day, and still have free time leftover for another huge change. It was recently mentioned that Beyonce owns so many wigs, they add up to over $1 million dollars: think about how many fashions she can get through in a single week!

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The Genuine Match: Louis Vuitton Replica

By Jossy Grishan

Louis Vuitton has established its place on the world fashion map over the last few decades as a leading designer brand of the fashion business. For girls, Louis Vuitton has an enchanting implication when it comes to the accessories such as purses ; it is their cherished dream to own a product with the Louis Vuitton label. The name itself brings about a certain sense of social recognition, status and sophistication.

The really mention of the name focuses all eyes on the person sporting the Vuitton label ; and naturally the envy of all of the girls around. A Louis Vuitton handbag is not just a statement of fashion and delightful taste ; but is also symbolic of social eminence and repute. It is one of the most acclaimed names in the fashion industry ; the designs represent the everlasting fashionable creations of the designer. The accessories such as wallets, purses and purses are the most coveted items that any ladies would desire to have in her wardrobe. Vuitton is one of the oldest designer brands and is hot among the manufacturers of duplicates also.

A Louis Vuitton handbag can basically be so pricey that you end up spending a few months' salary to own it. The issue is whether or not it is rational to buy a purse with a large price tag to meet your status desires and to make the bystanders envious of you. Is it a good decision to dribble away your savings to adorn a genuine Vuitton bag? You really do have an option of getting the same social recognition without needing to spend a huge amount of money ; go for a Louis Vuitton reproduction. This way you prevent jeopardizing your finances ; at the same time enjoy the feeling of being fashion forward. If you choose to purchase a Louis Vuitton replica, you are not the just one ; there are such a lot of like-minded women who would rather get a duplicate and use the surplus money for other more important things.

There are a number of web businesses which offer Louis Vuitton replica products and they have mastered the art of replication. The copies are developed and cloned to precisely match the features of the genuine versions of handbags. The manufacturers carry out an in depth research to determine the materials and process of creation of the real handbag and then build a synonymous process of producing reproductions. The development team works in a methodical manner with the sourcing and producing g departments to design that perfect reproduction which is tricky to differentiate from the original piece. The materials sourced compare well with the first quality of trims and accessories used on the genuine item.

All of the Louis Vuitton replicas which pass the quality control checks are then packed and stored in clean and smoke-free warehouses, prepared to be sold out. Before shipping out the goods for any particular order, the QC team again reviews the piece to ensure that only a perfect and faultless article gets shipped out. The shipped Louis Vuitton replica is a real match to the original and can be called a seven star duplicate or a mirror image.

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4 Old and New Holiday Ideas for Bringing Your Family Closer on Xmas

By Ellie Evergreen

This Christmas Parents will be looking for cheaper ways to enjoy the holidays with their kids. It is pretty evident that many families this holiday season will have to cut back or change the priorities of their spending this year in order to meet the everyday needs of running their households. However, this does not have to mean the diminishment of their Christmas. It can be used as an opportunity to find new ways for the family to connect and create wonderful and more meaningful family traditions that can endure good times and bad and be a source of good cheer each and every year. Here are some innovative and simple ideas for activities a family can do this Christmas.

Arts? and Crafts. This is more like an old idea being made new. There was a time when just about every decoration and gift for Christmas was homemade. However recent years has caused most families to rely on purchasing most of what they need for the holidays. Taking part in making homemade decorations, can be an opportunity to make great memories in the weeks leading up to Christmas. It also is an opportunity to make time where all family members come together to spend quality time with each other. There are numerous arts and crafts that can be made with instructions from books or the internet and many of them will look just as good or even better than their store bought counterparts. Some great examples are make holiday stockings, tree ornaments, or stand alone holiday decorations that can be placed in prominent places in the home.

Games are a great way to get everyone excited and involved during the holidays. All it takes is a game that everyone enjoys and making Christmas Eve and Christmas Day the special times that are designated for playing them. This is a common occurrence in my household. Our games are Monopoly and recently Wii Sports Bowling. As our family has gotten older kids and parents alike have several responsibilities that make it often inconvenient to play games like Monopoly that take time to play. So we ended up designating holidays as a time when we can all slow down and enjoy a great time together. This makes playing games all the more likely to be a special holiday memory.

Get your children and family members more involved in the older Christmas traditions. This means like organizing for the family to go Caroling or going to a Christmas day service. It also means other fun activities like building Snowmen and forts if you have a White Christmas or just making old fashioned holiday foods with the help of everyone and having a Christmas dinner. Each of these are well tested traditions that have withstood the centuries and will likely continue in one form or another for years to come.

Finally, do something to get your young kids believing in Santa. Normally this would mean that Dad or Grandpa would were a Santa suit. However in this day and age kids are much more suspicious and inquisitive. So to stem the accusations you need to give yourselves plausible deniability. A great way to do this is by ordering a personalized call from Santa. This is great because while your kids are talking to Santa you will be right there with them. The perfect Santa Solution.

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Storage Redditch

By David Bungay

Redditch is a safe option when it comes to storing your goods. There are storage facilities all across Redditch Town and nearby areas. The rates are competitive and the best part is that you have complete peace of mind. You can access your goods any time you want and close circuit cameras ensure that your goods and you are secure.

Listed below are some of the self storage facilities available in Redditch, Worcester.

* Redditch Storage Ltd. ? Beresford House, Shawbank Road, Lakeside, Redditch, B98 8YN. Redditch Storage Ltd. can be contacted on 0800 195 9935. Redditch Storage Ltd. started operations in 2002 and offers a suite of offices that are available for short or long term rent. The premises are temperature controlled, purpose built and secure. All the units are 10 ft high and are available in various sizes. In house flat bed trolleys, pump trucks and stack trucks can be availed for loading and unloading at no extra cost. Office hours are from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm on weekdays and 8:30 am to 1:00 pm on Saturdays.

* Astwood Storage ? Astwood Storage can be reached by calling 01527 892224 during office hours and 07717 217709 during out of office hours. They can also be reached by faxing to 01527 892322. The office remains open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturdays. Storage services come at a competitive rate and self storage units can be accessed 24/7 under CCTV coverage.

* www.contain-a-store.com ? Windsor Road, Redditch, B97 6DJ. You can call www.contain-a-store.com any time during the day at 01527 595 299 or 07393 330 183. You can access the containers on weekdays between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm. For accessing containers in the evening or during weekends, you need to call 07393 330 183 a few hours before you want the access so that the compound can be kept opened. The facilities available are self access storage, managed archive storage, managed exhibition storage, discount van rental, home cleaning service and boxes and packaging materials.

* Storwell Systems Ltd. ? Systems House, Burnt Meadow Road, Redditch, B98 9PA. You can call Storwell Systems Ltd. at 01527 592444 or fax them at 01527 592727. The various facilities available are lockers (storage, school, metal, office, link, industrial, mesh, probe etc.), office storage (storage cabinets, file cabinets, shelves, stools, ladders etc.), mobile storage (office tape, archive, document, book, compact, high density, museum, retail and medical records), steel partitioning and storage solutions.

* Smallmove Removals Storage and Transport - You can call Smallmove Removals Storage and Transport at 01527 857 826 or fax them at 0871 433 1311. Their owned facility is partitioned into lock up rooms and are available at various sizes.

If you are a trader who does business in Redditch and is looking for some secure storage facilities for your goods, then you must contact one of the storage houses mentioned above. All these are secure facilities where you can store and access your goods with complete peace of mind.

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