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Japanese Tattoos

2012-01-19T02:56:00.000-08:00

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Japanese tattoos can be from simple to incredibly intricate in style, and are both aesthetically pleasing and can carry a vast amount of significance for the wearer. Based on the myriad design choices and the incredible history these tattoos have, a Japanese tattoo may be the perfect option for you.

Perhaps simply because of its exoticism, Japanese culture has mystified the Western world. Through architecture, movies, religion and tattoos, much of this ancient oriental tradition has been passed to the occident. The writing style most commonly used in Japanese tattoo design is called Kanji. While the characters of this calligraphy are rather simplistic, the diversity of meanings each symbol carries perfectly epitomizes the essence of the concise yet profound Japanese culture. Practically anything can be expressed through Kanji’s short and straight lines.Japanese tattoos can also be flooded with images both fantastic and realistic. Typical Asian emblems such as dragons and koi fish are wildly popular, but you can also go a less popular route with the qilin, which brings good luck, peace and prosperity. Other popular Japanese images are the cherry blossoms and the lotus.

Much like the famed Japanese screens, tattoos can feature puffy white clouds, and the classic-style wavy wind and waves. Mimicking the ukiyo-e or “pictures of the floating world”, these images are most often found on traditional Japanese woodcuts. It might be interesting to take a scene from your own life or something uniquely special to you and alter it into a Japanese-style theme.It is also popular to dream up an entire Japanese scene, intricately connected through signs and symbols, lettering and images that may cover large parts of the body such as your back. These large tattoos are so common that they have specific names in Japanese. A nagasode, or sleeve tattoo in English, covers the entire arm from below the shoulder to the wrist. Getting more specific, a shichibu is 7/10ths of the sleeve and a gobu is 5/10ths. A hikae, or chest panel tattoo, is a classic placement, which begins at the the chest and continues onto the shoulder, and sometimes over to the upperarm.If you are especially adventurous you can do what many people have done and tattoo a large portion of your body, from neck to mid-thigh, with images from the Suikoden, a classic Chinese four volume piece of literature. These stories became hugely popular in Japan when they were interpreted on to woodcuts in 1827. Often done in bright and bold colors, these tattoos are best for people who strongly associate with Eastern culture, and perhaps either share or have studied its rich heritage.

Angry Birds

2012-01-15T18:21:00.000-08:00

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Angry Birds is often described as an addictive game, which helps explain why the full version's launch for Android phones is big news. Starting today, the game can be downloaded for free through GetJar, a third-party app store, and it's coming to the Android Market over the weekend.

If you're one of the folks who's hooked on Angry Birds -- and please don't take this the wrong way -- I don't understand why. Angry Birds is a clever game, for sure. It has cute characters, elegant design and simple goals. But addictive? I just don't see it. Video game addiction is often associated with massive multiplayer online games, like World of Warcraft. The social nature of these games, some experts say, fills a void of friendship and acceptance that the real world doesn't provide. I'm sure that the dangling carrot system of rewards in MMOs also plays a big role. These kinds of addictive games get a negative connotation, perhaps because you become a social outsider by playing with other people in solitude.

The other prominent class of addictive games are repetitive puzzlers, like Tetris and Bejeweled. A 1994 Wired article examined how Tetris stimulates the brain, and got a wonderful explanation from Vladimir Pokhilko, a former clinical psychologist and friend of Tetris creator Alexey Pajitnov. He said Tetris is addictive because of instant visual feedback, the creation of unfinished business that pushes the player to continue, and -- the real important part, I think -- automation, where your motivation to repeat the same actions becomes habitual.

Strawberry Shortcake

2012-01-09T17:54:00.001-08:00

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I love Strawberry Shortcake, and yes, I was an 80's kid. I remember so vividly playing with my Strawberry Shortcake dolls and remember how they used to smell, the sweet smell of strawberries.Later on, when I was in High School (back in 1990's) I got this urge to find a Strawberry Shortcake doll.

It was a very warm feeling and I didn't care how ridiculous it sounded when I told my parents that I wanted to find one of those dolls. I really looked everywhere, toy stores, flea markets, department stores, but with no results. It was impossible at that time to get a hold on one of those dolls.Of course, back then we didn't have eBay! And owning a computer was very expensive.It wasn't until the internet grew and eBay, Google, Yahoo and many more where common use for us, that I got a hold of my first Strawberry Shortcake doll.I remember like it was yesterday. I knew about eBay and that you could find anything there. So, I tried eBay. WOW!! I found the Strawberry Shortcake doll I'd always wanted. It was a great feeling. From that moment on I went into collecting all the Strawberry Shortcake friends and toys.This is how I started my Strawberry Shortcake Collection! I couldn't believe how easy and fast it was. I received the dolls within days.I Love my Strawberry Shortcake Collection. Every now and then it get bigger and bigger and bigger.

BB Cream Guide

2012-01-09T03:45:00.000-08:00

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Korean celebrities seem to be blessed with naturally flawless skin, as you've surely noted if you watch K-dramas a lot. Well now we know that they'e able to maintain their beautiful skin with the help of a secret weapon called the BB Cream .

Before I knew it, said sales girl was already applying the cream on my face (okay, I may have allowed her). When I saw the effect, I was impressed. My skin looked radiant and dewy yet it didn't look -- and feel -- like I had make-up on. I still looked like myself, only better because the little skin imperfections and discolorations have now been covered up. The cream itself is light and, upon blending, absorbed easily by the skin. The result was a nice, matte finish.It's been over three years since I started using BB Creams and my bare face now feels smoother and looks more radiant. The dark undereye circles and age spots have been minimized and wrinkles are -- for now -- non-existent.

Currently I am using South Korean brand Etude House products - the Total Age Repair BB Cream and BB Magic Cream. I use them interchangeably depending on the coverage I need. The Total Age Repair cream is denser so it works great as a foundation. The BB Magic Cream has SPF30 and results in a sheer finish so it's perfect for everyday daytime wear.

Best skin care products for women

2012-01-09T03:31:00.000-08:00

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Skin care products tips

First and foremost - don't overpay for your skin health. It's important as I would explain down below but it is important to understand you can buy all necessary products online without saleswomen that stuff too many product in your face, and recommending ill-advised products for quick buck. Shopping online allows you to shop easily and navigate through thousands of product with a click of a mouse. All prices are crystal clear and no funny business is done there.

Skin care products are vital for any woman. A woman that will say she is not using skin care products, and maintains a healthy skin, is either a teen, has some incredible genetics or purely lying. You shouldn't over-do it. Removing skin cells to often could, for example, results in a very sensitive skin which will become prone to acne and other sorts of skin disorders.On the other hand, no doing that at all is likely to get the skin infectious, itchy and irritating. You should make your own research as to what suites -you-, but please - don't ignore the health of something as important as your skin. This goes beyond your physical appearance, the skin is the outer layer of the body but is still a part of it.

Lady Gaga Sunglasses

2012-01-04T20:13:00.000-08:00

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As you can see Lady Gaga does have a few favorites. She likes classic Versace glasses as well as a classic celeb favorite - wayfarers. Lady Gaga does however like to mix things up as you can see with some of her other choices.

From the top right working clockwise we have Lady Gaga wearing the Tom Ford Alexandra FT0118, a pair of (as yet unidentified) oversized, round (Lennon style) sunglasses, Alpina Goldwing DBGM, Marc Jacobs Mask, Vintage Versace 676, A-Morir Sioux Lace, Vintage Versace and in the center Wayfarers once again.The pair of sunglasses opposite are very similar to the A-Morir Sioux Lace ones that Lady Gaga owns, but they're much more affordable! Just click on the picture to purchase these fun, celebrity inspired sunglasses.

Best Prom Dresses

2012-01-04T19:21:00.000-08:00

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Select the perfect prom dress according to your shape. Formal dresses for women with petite figures, slim figures, full-figured, busty, hour glass shaped, apple shaped, or pear shaped are featured here. Recommendations for buying a formal prom gown according to your shape should help you find your perfect prom dress, simply.

2012 formal events are fast approaching, so it's best to start shopping now for your formal gown or prom dress! The most beautiful prom dresses always sell out fast, especially if you're shopping online like most people are doing now. Here you will find everything you need to make your prom a special formal event. Featured are prom dresses for your shape, trendy prom dresses, plus size prom dresses, womens little black dresses, celebrity inspired prom dresses, and women's formal prom shoes that will have you looking like a celebrity at your prom or special occasion! Whether your opting to wear a sequined evening gown, low v-neck gown, classic strapless gown, form fitting mermaid gown, or a sassy and short prom dress, this lens will help you find a classy dress, women's formal shoes, women's special occasion fashion accessories to match, and even hard to find fashion tape to keep your dress in place. So, let's get busy shopping, I'll show you what's going to be really hot for your prom this year.

Womens Red Dresses

Short Prom Dresses

Ruffled Prom Dresses

Little Black Dresses

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Kardashian Makeup Organizer

2012-01-04T01:57:00.000-08:00

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Women have a lot of makeup and we need to have a place to store it all. If you are interested in finding the Kardashian makeup organizer Kourtney Kardashian has but can't seem to find where to buy it. You can own a Kardashian Makeup Organizer like the one on the show. If you want to have it, you came to the right place. These makeup organizers are just like Kourtney Kardashian's but the cost is a lot less. The organizer you see on the show is custom made acrylic makeup organizer and are around $300. You can have one too but for much cheaper.

Katy Perry Hot Pics

2012-01-03T00:48:00.000-08:00

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Katy Perry was born October 25, 1984 in Santa Barbara, California, Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson Katy Perry is familiarly called the couple's daughter pastor Keith Hudson and Mary Hudson.

Katy has two brothers namely Angela Hudson (brother) and David Hudson (brother). From the age of nine years, Katy has demonstrated her singing talent. He often sang in church auxiliaries Keith and Mary. Katy trained harshly by her mother and only allowed to listen to hymns. Besides singing, Katy Perry also good at dancing. Growing up, Katy was determined for a career in music. Katy then get out of school and continuing education at the Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara. Katy also studied Italian opera to deepen her singing ability.

Monster High Dolls

2012-01-03T00:17:00.000-08:00

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Monster High is a new line of Dolls by Mattel that also has a series of Webisodes (shows available for viewing online). Monster High follows a group of 15 year olds who are the children of Legendary Monsters like Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, Medusa, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, Zombies, Wolfman etc... Kids get to watch these teens on Cartoon Webisodes at MonsterHigh.com as they attend Monster High which is full of Ghoulish Fun, Education, and Monsterous Humor.

Monster High also made their debut on TV this past October on Nickelodeon with a Halloween special called 'Monster High: New Ghoul @ School' .The Monster High Merchandise is not limited to just the Dolls, it also includes Plush Toys, Bags, Accessories, Apparel and other various Toys and Electronics. And here is where you will find them. Consider this your One Stop Shop to everything Monster High. As new items get released you will find them right here !!

Funny Ducky Rubber

2012-01-03T00:02:00.000-08:00

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What bathroom would be complete without a lovable rubber ducky? Even the Queen of England is rumored to have her very own rubber ducky!Here you'll find pictures of rubber ducks, rubber ducky trivia, rubber duckies for sale, and more.Some are! However, most rubber ducks these days are made from a rubber-like substance such as vinyl plastic. Real rubber ducks are extra squishy and flexible. They are also more likely to have a nice loud squeaker.

Vinyl plastic rubber ducks, on the other hand, tend to be more "seaworthy." They're also heavier and sturdier. You could leave a nice welt if you threw it at somebody hard enough.I don't really know when they made the very first rubber duck. We do know that they probably first started appearing in the late 1800s, right around the time we discovered this wonderful stuff called rubber. All sorts of fun rubber toys were made about this time.But how did the rubber ducky achieve such an iconic status? Why not the rubber froggy? Rubber goosey? Rubber fishy? It's hard to say. It's like trying to explain why the yellow smiley face or fuzzy dice caught on: Such things are not entirely logical.While the rubber duck has been around for a long time, it probably achieved its status as a pop culture icon thanks to Sesame Street's "Rubber Duckie" song.

Fuzzy Slippers

2011-12-31T23:37:00.000-08:00

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Need a pair of comfy, cozy slippers that make a definite statement? Sometimes we all feel the need to express our inner silliness. No matter if you love bunnies, hippos or dinosaurs we feature fuzzy slippers for everyone and anyone! They make perfect gifts, they are great for the office PJ day, & seriously what's funnier than a grandma in Godzilla slippers.

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Sexy Celebrity Girls Calendars 2012

2011-12-29T19:34:00.000-08:00

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Some Sexy Celebrity Calendars: Why not brighten up 2012 with one of your favorite sexy female celebs hanging on the wall, gazing out at you.

Aimed at the guys in the house, these girl celebrity calendars will continue to please throughout the year, as a new picture of a bodacious star is revealed each month. Checking those appointments and birthdays could never be more enjoyable than having Jessica Alba, Angela Jolie, Audrey Hepburn or whomever you prefer giving you a helping hand, or ensuring you don't miss that important date.And you might know someone who just cannot live without their favorite star being close at hand, because these celebrity calendar girls are the gift that keeps on giving all year long.New calendars will be added here as they are released. Be sure to bookmark and check back in future months.

The Beauty and Meaning of Birthstones

2010-03-29T04:04:00.000-07:00

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Birthstones have been around since ancient times, and in those days were believed to possess some magical force that could protect the owner or wearer of the stone. These birthstones were traditionally linked to the Zodiac.

However, modern birthstones are linked to calendar months, and each month has its own unique birthstone, with its own fabled properties. Many people love to wear jewellery set with their birthstone, as the ancient meanings and associations with these stones still intrigue them.

You can get many types of jewellery containing birthstones, such as birthstone rings, a birthstone pendant and birthstone earrings. Giving someone an item of jewellery set with their birthstone is a touching and wonderful gift, and whether you give them a birthstone ring, a birthstone pendant or a birthstone brooch, it is something that they are likely to treasure forever because it has real meaning and significance.

Below you will find a listing of each of the birthstones used today.

January

The birthstone for this month is the garnet, which was once thought to be connected with the blood. This stone is supposed to protect the wearer from nightmares and offer guidance through the dark.

Garnets are long lasting and durable gems, with a fiery, ravishing beauty. This is type of gem that the wearer will treasure forever, no matter what item of jewellery it is set into. Garnets are traditionally thought of as deep red, but actually come in a wide range of colours, so there is something to suit every taste for this month.

February

The birthstone for this month is the amethyst, and the folklore attached to this gem associates it with sobriety, tranquillity, protection and peace. This birthstone as also been linked to improving the skin and preventing baldness, as well as protection from deceit, so it has a lot to live up to!

The amethyst birthstone comes in varying shades of purple, and can be a pale lilac in colour. On the other end of the scale, you can also get deep violet amethysts, which means that you can enjoy a birthstone that is as subtle or as rich as you like. This birthstone is very hardwearing, and its strength and durability will ensure that it lasts for a very long time.

March

This month's birthstone is aquamarine, which has been linked to the making of new friends as well as affection and love, hope and health. This stone was once also thought to protect those at sea.

As the name of this birthstone suggests, it is a green-blue in colour and has a rich, sparkling look. You can get aquamarine birthstones in a variety of shapes and sizes, and you can also get this stone in varying shades of green-blue.

April

One of the most popular gems throughout history, diamonds are the birthstone for this month, and these stones are linked to love, eternity and strength. This has contributed towards diamonds being the most popular gems of all time when it comes to romance, such as engagement rings and wedding bands.

Diamonds are very strong and hardwearing, making them the perfect birthstone to wear on a daily basis. You can enjoy many different cuts of this stone, and the fiery, glamorous sparkle given off by diamonds is positively captivating.

May

This month's birthstone is the beautiful emerald, once linked to health and the curing of ailments, as well as being associated with the ability to see in to the future, giving them an almost bewitching, magical reputation.

These fiery green gems are amazing to look at, and can be found in a variety of shapes and cuts. The beauty and richness of this stone makes it the perfect gem for birthstone jewellery, and is something that the wearer can show off and take pride in for a long time.

June

The elegant pearl is the birthstone for the month of June, and this gem has been linked with chastity and modesty, making it something of an angelic, pure birthstone. They are also linked to successful and happy marriages.

These round, stunning birthstones come in a variety of colours, and a range of sizes. Pearls can look spectacular yet modest in all manner of jewellery from birthstone rings, to earrings and necklaces, making them a perfect gift.

July

The birthstone for this month is the ravishing ruby, a stone traditionally linked with protection and harmony. This birthstone has been mined since ancient times, and boasts a spectacular beauty.

Deep red in colour, rubies are stunning birthstones that will liven up and enhance any piece of jewellery. These gems have a unique, vivid and fiery appearance that would delight anyone.

August

The birthstone for the month of August is peridot, which was commonly linked with protection against evil and night terrors, as well as a gem that enhanced the properties of healing drugs.

Lime green in colour, this birthstone is a by-product of volcanic action, and comes in all sorts of shapes and sizes. This birthstone gives off its own unique energy, and is strong and durable.

September

Sumptuous sapphire is the birthstone associated with September, and this gem has been linked with faith and purity, as well as foresight. It was thought that the stronger the sparkle of the gem, the more faithful and honest the wearer.

These birthstones look stunning in all types of jewellery, especially in white gold and platinum metal. However, sapphires can come in other colours as well as blue. These are strong and durable gems that will last for years to come, and can be passed down to future generations.

October

The birthstone of October is the opal, a stone that has been linked to purity, hope and innocence. This gem has also been linked to healing forces, friendship and emotion, so it has experienced its fair share of folklore over the years.

This type of birthstone comes in white or black, and both variations have remnants of other colours within them. Opals have a unique look and beauty, making them a very interesting birthstone with a strangely exquisite appearance.

November

The birthstone for this month is topaz, once linked with sanity, healing, and life, as well as being connected to strength by the ancient Greeks. This stone has even been linked to an ability to make the wearer invisible in dangerous situations.

This birthstone comes in a range of colours, all of which will enhance any jewel with a fiery sparkle. Colours include golden, blue, pale green, pink and red, as well as some other rare colours. A stunning gem, topaz boasts both beauty and strength.

December

The given birthstone for December is turquoise, and this precious stone was once linked to happiness, fortune and luck, making it a very popular gem in centuries gone by.

Turquoise can range in colour from mid-blue to a green-blue or light green colour, and this birthstone is unusual and beautiful, making it a very distinctive and unusual addition to any jewellery collection.

Summary

Giving a birthstone to someone special as a gift means giving so much more than just a piece of jewellery. The ancient meanings associated with each of these birthstones make them extra-special, giving them a quality that is impossible to achieve with any other gem.

Whether you decide to give a birthstone ring, necklace earrings or any other piece of jewellery, you will always find stunning pieces where the precious metal and the birthstone complement one another perfectly. Birthstone jewellery makes a unique, beautiful, and affordable gift with real sentiment behind it.