New to Las Vegas? Want to know everything about Las Vegas and at the same time meet new friends from Vegas online? Las Vegas has long been one of the centers for entertainment and life in the United States. It is where the great gambling games thrive and along with gambling, Las Vegas has the reputation of being the playland getaway of the world.
Well, there’s a lot more interesting about Las Vegas. Now, if you want to know more about it, including its people, history, entertainment, nightlife, gambling, historical spots and everything Las Vegas, there is one thing that I can recommend – try joining and participating in some interactive Las Vegas message boards.
Yes, you heard me right. I said Las Vegas message boards. These hubs, also known as forums or bulletin boards, can now be accessed easily and quickly through the Internet. Several sites out there on the web have designed and developed their own Las Vegas message boards for the people from Las Vegas and other parts of the world to meet and make friends. At these portals they can talk everything about this playland getaway of the world. They can exchange thoughts and share their experiences in the city, and the Las Vegas message boards are a great place to learn, as you can ask questions and receive answers from the other members of the boards.
Just like the other forms of interactive forums that are highly accessible online, the Las Vegas message boards are divided into different sections. There are sections for the entertainment and sports, dining, weather, and for general information about the city. Well, I have emphasized some sections of the Las Vegas message boards below for you to better understand how the boards are managed and organized. Note, however, that this is not a complete list of typical Las Vegas message boards.
Top 10 Section
Usually, the Top 10 section of a Las Vegas message board is where a list of one of the most popular features in Las Vegas is posted. It is here where you can as questions, post recommendations, or post a review about the top ten best values in the city. For some, this section serves as a great guide for you to get started when you get to the town.
Weather Section
The weather section of Las Vegas message boards commonly presents a guide to the monthly averages for the city’s unusual climate. It is here where the members of the board can ask and post recommendations on what to pack during a certain season. It is also at this section where you can find links to the current forecast.
Casinos
Thinking for playing at the Las Vegas casinos? Want to find recommendations or suggestions about the best casinos in town? If so, then the casinos section is the place to go. Usually, what is presented in this section is not only every casino in Vegas, but every casino in the nation. The local and toll free phone numbers and even home page web addresses of the casinos can even be accessed just at this section. You can also find information about the hottest games in town right at the casinos section.
As I’ve said earlier, there are other interesting sections covered by the Las Vegas message boards. If you really want to know everything about them, just search them online. As simple as that!
mercoledì 30 novembre 2011
domenica 27 novembre 2011
Business Consulting Defined
I am sure most of you have heard the phrase, or term,
business consulting. And I am sure some of you wonder
what this business consulting is all about.
business consulting. And I am sure some of you wonder
what this business consulting is all about.
How does it make money?
How does one become a business consultant?
Perhaps you even see some of these business
consultants in your office and secretly ask what these
people are doing in your boss’ office or over the
phone so often.
consultants in your office and secretly ask what these
people are doing in your boss’ office or over the
phone so often.
And when someone tells you that they are there to
advise your boss, you ask yourself why does your boss
need advising? Isn’t he supposed to know what he
should be doing?
advise your boss, you ask yourself why does your boss
need advising? Isn’t he supposed to know what he
should be doing?
After all, he’s the boss and he is paid very high to
do his job. So to stop you from guessing and demystify
the business of consulting, here is business
consulting-defined.
do his job. So to stop you from guessing and demystify
the business of consulting, here is business
consulting-defined.
Business consulting is the practice of advising the
executives of an organization on how to improve the
officers’, as well as the business’, performance in
certain fields or areas.
executives of an organization on how to improve the
officers’, as well as the business’, performance in
certain fields or areas.
Business consultants are hired temporarily to analyze
the problems and dilemmas of the business and then
develop a management plan to solve the problems, or
improve the weak areas of the organization.
the problems and dilemmas of the business and then
develop a management plan to solve the problems, or
improve the weak areas of the organization.
They can guide the organization’s improvement and
progress through a step by step process, guiding them
all the way. However, the extent of their involvement
still depends on the client organization’s decision on
how deep they want the business consulting firm to get
involved in their management.
progress through a step by step process, guiding them
all the way. However, the extent of their involvement
still depends on the client organization’s decision on
how deep they want the business consulting firm to get
involved in their management.
Now, why does an organization need outside
consultancy?
consultancy?
Are the top executives not capable enough to solve the
problem?
problem?
Organizations avail the services of these so-called
business consulting firms for different reasons and
depending on the need of the company.
business consulting firms for different reasons and
depending on the need of the company.
Some hire external consultants to have a fresh mind
from the outside, giving more objective analysis of
the problem. It might be that the company’s executives
have already been too involved in the problem that
they might already be taking it personally.
from the outside, giving more objective analysis of
the problem. It might be that the company’s executives
have already been too involved in the problem that
they might already be taking it personally.
Hence, their judgment is already clouded with personal
feelings. Others hire them for their specialized
expertise on a particular new area, with which the
company is not yet familiar.
feelings. Others hire them for their specialized
expertise on a particular new area, with which the
company is not yet familiar.
Most common service that business consulting firm are
hire for is the business development service, which is
usually on a per project basis, where hiring a
permanent employee for the task would be unnecessary
and expensive.
hire for is the business development service, which is
usually on a per project basis, where hiring a
permanent employee for the task would be unnecessary
and expensive.
In this case, business consultants are hired for a
particular period of time depending on the length and
depth of the project. Sometimes, they are retained
during the first few months of the project until such
a time the officers can manage on their own. Or
sometimes, they are retained for the whole duration of
the project, up until its completion.
particular period of time depending on the length and
depth of the project. Sometimes, they are retained
during the first few months of the project until such
a time the officers can manage on their own. Or
sometimes, they are retained for the whole duration of
the project, up until its completion.
Another common service business consulting is known
for is management coaching for the organization’s
executives, wherein consultants conduct a one on one
training to a particular officer and guide him to the
successful management of business. The consultant here
is usually duty on-call for whatever advising need
that may rise anytime.
for is management coaching for the organization’s
executives, wherein consultants conduct a one on one
training to a particular officer and guide him to the
successful management of business. The consultant here
is usually duty on-call for whatever advising need
that may rise anytime.
Consultants may also provide assistance in the area of
change management for the organization’s employees,
who are about to go through major changes and
development within their work place. Today, business
consulting has become one big industry, as it becomes
popular with more and more organizations recognizing
the importance of an objective analysis and focused
expertise from outside the company.
change management for the organization’s employees,
who are about to go through major changes and
development within their work place. Today, business
consulting has become one big industry, as it becomes
popular with more and more organizations recognizing
the importance of an objective analysis and focused
expertise from outside the company.
giovedì 24 novembre 2011
Drug Rehab Intervention
Dealing with drug rehab intervention means that an
individual that has already been exposed to illegal
substances and used people who are responsible for
gaining back his normal status without receding in
using the substance again. It gives the individual the
opportunity to know how far the extent of his problem
is.
Oftentimes, people who are involved in taking too much
doesn’t even know that everything is going out of
control. These people tend to reason out that their
drug dependency is just a temporary detour or
otherwise making the wrong thing turn out right. Those
who are surrounded by people who also use drugs tend
to grasp that their dependency is nothing compared to
others who are making it an everyday habit. This can
mislead them that their actions are somewhat
acceptable.
What these people need is a fair feedback of how they
are behaving and acting towards other people. A
non-critical, systematized assortment of medications
and non-judgmental procedure can make the person
gradually see how drastic changes in his life has
negatively affected him and his loved-ones. Once the
person already understood what his drug dependence is
doing on him and to other people, he will begin to see
that he is not the only one who’s affected and hurt.
Pieces of Advice:
1. Be attentive. Try to notice if changes in one of
your housemates are occurring and how many times it
happens and in what time or occasion. Once this
happens, talk to the person regarding the problem
that’s bothering him and what are the different kinds
of concerns that he have. Communication is always the
best key to participate and finally know something.
2. Don’t avoid the user. When the family feels sorry
for the addict, eventually they will give out ways to
avoid him and the problem at hand. They will be
hesitant to talk to that person giving him more
freedom to roam around and do the deed. People who
depend on chemical substances are those who need more
attention.
3. Chart the time when medications were given. This is
important in cases of sudden change of behavior with
the individual. Taking down the time and dosage of
medications is beneficial especially for emphasis to
the therapist that the medication has these kinds of
side effects.
4. Be honest and specific. For the sake of the
family’s trust, always be specific on the kinds of
treatment and the individual’s response and progress.
Be honest with how the entire process of
rehabilitation is going. Ask the family if they wanted
to spend some time in the treatment plan. State any
kind of consequence for the family if they ignored the
signs of drug addiction. Advise them of the different
methods that’ll be beneficial and effective for their
affected individual’s healthy transition.
5. Always inform the family. If the patient has shown
some progress or relapse and there is a need to
increase or decrease the treatment given, always
inform the family. This will be make them understand
why particular changes are made.
6. Listen for further concerns. If the family sees
that the drug intervention has is taking too long or
has gone too far or if ever they’ve noticed something
unusual with the treatment and process, they will air
out their concerns. Always take some time to listen to
these feedbacks and questions. This will make the drug
rehabilitation more easier for the facility and the
family.
individual that has already been exposed to illegal
substances and used people who are responsible for
gaining back his normal status without receding in
using the substance again. It gives the individual the
opportunity to know how far the extent of his problem
is.
Oftentimes, people who are involved in taking too much
doesn’t even know that everything is going out of
control. These people tend to reason out that their
drug dependency is just a temporary detour or
otherwise making the wrong thing turn out right. Those
who are surrounded by people who also use drugs tend
to grasp that their dependency is nothing compared to
others who are making it an everyday habit. This can
mislead them that their actions are somewhat
acceptable.
What these people need is a fair feedback of how they
are behaving and acting towards other people. A
non-critical, systematized assortment of medications
and non-judgmental procedure can make the person
gradually see how drastic changes in his life has
negatively affected him and his loved-ones. Once the
person already understood what his drug dependence is
doing on him and to other people, he will begin to see
that he is not the only one who’s affected and hurt.
Pieces of Advice:
1. Be attentive. Try to notice if changes in one of
your housemates are occurring and how many times it
happens and in what time or occasion. Once this
happens, talk to the person regarding the problem
that’s bothering him and what are the different kinds
of concerns that he have. Communication is always the
best key to participate and finally know something.
2. Don’t avoid the user. When the family feels sorry
for the addict, eventually they will give out ways to
avoid him and the problem at hand. They will be
hesitant to talk to that person giving him more
freedom to roam around and do the deed. People who
depend on chemical substances are those who need more
attention.
3. Chart the time when medications were given. This is
important in cases of sudden change of behavior with
the individual. Taking down the time and dosage of
medications is beneficial especially for emphasis to
the therapist that the medication has these kinds of
side effects.
4. Be honest and specific. For the sake of the
family’s trust, always be specific on the kinds of
treatment and the individual’s response and progress.
Be honest with how the entire process of
rehabilitation is going. Ask the family if they wanted
to spend some time in the treatment plan. State any
kind of consequence for the family if they ignored the
signs of drug addiction. Advise them of the different
methods that’ll be beneficial and effective for their
affected individual’s healthy transition.
5. Always inform the family. If the patient has shown
some progress or relapse and there is a need to
increase or decrease the treatment given, always
inform the family. This will be make them understand
why particular changes are made.
6. Listen for further concerns. If the family sees
that the drug intervention has is taking too long or
has gone too far or if ever they’ve noticed something
unusual with the treatment and process, they will air
out their concerns. Always take some time to listen to
these feedbacks and questions. This will make the drug
rehabilitation more easier for the facility and the
family.
domenica 20 novembre 2011
Proven Steps For Beginning E-Commerce Web Builders
Are you struggling to build you an e-commerce web storefront on the web? Perhaps these few tips will help you as you embark on this exciting venture; of joining the other ecommerce site builders.
First things first, you should plan your website carefully. Determine your goals and lay out which marketing strategies and what outcome you expect from each. Is it your goal to generate leads? Do you want to have an online catalog? Would you like to compile a database of possible clients? List your objectives in quantifiable form (i.e. increase sales by 20%). This will help you to determine the success of your e-commerce site as time goes on.
Your next task will be to determine the things your possible clients will want and need to know prior to making a purchase. These things may be:
• A detailed product/service description complete with pricing guides, key features, product specs, et cetera.
• Customer reviews and testimonials, reports and studies, customer success stories and positive remarks made by prior customers.
• A section that covers frequently asked questions (FAQ) to answer questions and cut down on the need for one-on-one assistance.
When planning the construction of your site, you should focus primarily on customer use. Potential clients will want a site that’s easy to use, easy to navigate, and answers the many questions most consumers have prior to spending money on a product. You should strive to create a site map that will outline each page of your site, starting with the home page. You should also plan to implement the use of tools that will track and measure your site activity (i.e. where do customers click most often, and whether or not those clicks lead to a purchase). This way, as you build your e-commerce web site, you will be able to compare your goals against your results.
As you build, you will want to make certain you’re using the right tools. Your solidly laid out plan is just the beginning. Next comes the actual construction of your e-commerce web site. Many business will turn to professionals (a very powerful tool in web building). The professional web site builders design and create outstanding web sites. There are unlimited sources of contact for professional web builders. Use the phone book, or better yet, look online and you will quickly find a firm in your area.
On the other hand, maybe you’re not budgeted to have professional help building your web site. Many successful e-commerce sites are constructed using tools that are designed to help the layperson create a professional and polished site on their own, without the aid of HTML experts. Again, resources for such sites can be found all over the Internet and you can even find great web building programs to download for free.
Let’s review. In order to build a successful e-commerce web site, your primary goal is to keep your customer in mind. Determine what you’d like to see if you were investigating a product and do your best to build a web page that meets those specs.
First things first, you should plan your website carefully. Determine your goals and lay out which marketing strategies and what outcome you expect from each. Is it your goal to generate leads? Do you want to have an online catalog? Would you like to compile a database of possible clients? List your objectives in quantifiable form (i.e. increase sales by 20%). This will help you to determine the success of your e-commerce site as time goes on.
Your next task will be to determine the things your possible clients will want and need to know prior to making a purchase. These things may be:
• A detailed product/service description complete with pricing guides, key features, product specs, et cetera.
• Customer reviews and testimonials, reports and studies, customer success stories and positive remarks made by prior customers.
• A section that covers frequently asked questions (FAQ) to answer questions and cut down on the need for one-on-one assistance.
When planning the construction of your site, you should focus primarily on customer use. Potential clients will want a site that’s easy to use, easy to navigate, and answers the many questions most consumers have prior to spending money on a product. You should strive to create a site map that will outline each page of your site, starting with the home page. You should also plan to implement the use of tools that will track and measure your site activity (i.e. where do customers click most often, and whether or not those clicks lead to a purchase). This way, as you build your e-commerce web site, you will be able to compare your goals against your results.
As you build, you will want to make certain you’re using the right tools. Your solidly laid out plan is just the beginning. Next comes the actual construction of your e-commerce web site. Many business will turn to professionals (a very powerful tool in web building). The professional web site builders design and create outstanding web sites. There are unlimited sources of contact for professional web builders. Use the phone book, or better yet, look online and you will quickly find a firm in your area.
On the other hand, maybe you’re not budgeted to have professional help building your web site. Many successful e-commerce sites are constructed using tools that are designed to help the layperson create a professional and polished site on their own, without the aid of HTML experts. Again, resources for such sites can be found all over the Internet and you can even find great web building programs to download for free.
Let’s review. In order to build a successful e-commerce web site, your primary goal is to keep your customer in mind. Determine what you’d like to see if you were investigating a product and do your best to build a web page that meets those specs.
giovedì 17 novembre 2011
Why use landscaping stones?
There are many reasons why you should incorporate landscaping stones into your landscaping design. The main one however is for beauty, pure esthetic beauty. For a landscaping design to look perfect it needs to have layer and this can be a hard thing to achieve without the use of landscaping stones.
landscaping stones are not the only way to give your yard depth but they are the easiest way. You could try to change the slop of your yard. You could dig lower sports and build up higher ones but this could take forever and you would have to know a lot about landscaping to try to tackle a job like that. Just think of the trouble you could get into with the drainage issues if you were to make a mistake! No, it is far easier to simply use landscaping stones to bring some depth to your yard.
You can use landscaping stones to accent certain portions of your yard, you can even plant some plants in these landscaping stones. They look great round the patio and the fence and you can even get colored landscaping stones to bring more color into your yard. This kind of color is especially nice to have in winter when everything is so bare and cold looking. The fact of the matter is that you can transform the whole look of your yard with the simple use of landscaping stones. They are like jewelry only for the yard.
There are many different kinds of landscaping stones and they come in all shapes and sized. The landscaping stones that are right for you will depend on the effect that you are trying to create with your yard. And different parts of the yard might require different sized landscaping stones. You can get a wide variety of colors for your landscaping stones and in some cases you may want to mix a couple of colors together to create a whole new and interesting look.
If you are planning to overhaul your yard this year then you need to start looking into using landscaping stones in your design. These will bring the whole yard together and if they are used right will add balance and harmony to your entire garden.
You can get landscaping stones at your local gardening center and even some home building stores will carry them. Shop around and find the landscaping stones that suit your home and your needs best before you make a purchase.
landscaping stones are not the only way to give your yard depth but they are the easiest way. You could try to change the slop of your yard. You could dig lower sports and build up higher ones but this could take forever and you would have to know a lot about landscaping to try to tackle a job like that. Just think of the trouble you could get into with the drainage issues if you were to make a mistake! No, it is far easier to simply use landscaping stones to bring some depth to your yard.
You can use landscaping stones to accent certain portions of your yard, you can even plant some plants in these landscaping stones. They look great round the patio and the fence and you can even get colored landscaping stones to bring more color into your yard. This kind of color is especially nice to have in winter when everything is so bare and cold looking. The fact of the matter is that you can transform the whole look of your yard with the simple use of landscaping stones. They are like jewelry only for the yard.
There are many different kinds of landscaping stones and they come in all shapes and sized. The landscaping stones that are right for you will depend on the effect that you are trying to create with your yard. And different parts of the yard might require different sized landscaping stones. You can get a wide variety of colors for your landscaping stones and in some cases you may want to mix a couple of colors together to create a whole new and interesting look.
If you are planning to overhaul your yard this year then you need to start looking into using landscaping stones in your design. These will bring the whole yard together and if they are used right will add balance and harmony to your entire garden.
You can get landscaping stones at your local gardening center and even some home building stores will carry them. Shop around and find the landscaping stones that suit your home and your needs best before you make a purchase.
lunedì 14 novembre 2011
A Graduation Gift that Stands the Test of Time
“The only real failure in life is one not learned from.”
Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book
Ah, graduation. A lot of hard work, time, talent, money and drive have led to this point: a milestone that will be celebrated, photographed and remembered forever. Whether from high school, college, law school, medical school, or what have you, graduation is a wonderful time of excitement and change.
How to mark the occasion? You can always write a check. (What new graduate doesn’t need money?) Before you whip out your wallet, however, remember that cash is practical, yet very impersonal. Because you’re reading this, it’s a good guess that the graduate is a special woman in your life, she worked hard to get where she is, and she deserves a graduation gift that is truly memorable.
How about something memorable, practical, meaningful and beautiful? Try pearls.
Pearl jewelry—whether pearl studs, a pearl pendant or a beautiful pearl strand—is a classic and wonderful addition to any woman’s jewelry box. Whether she’s heading off to college, interviewing for jobs, about to embark on a career, or planning a wedding, the recent graduate can wear pearl jewelry for instant polish. Added bonus: She’ll remember you every time she wears them.
Which pearls to choose
Pearls come in many beautiful styles, shapes and designs, but for graduation, a simple classic style that will stand the test of time is best. (They don’t call them staples for nothing.) Because classic pearls are so popular, there are a variety of options from which to choose. The following are classics she’ll reach for again and again.
• Pearl stud earrings: The great thing about pearl studs is that they go with everything. Round, white pearls with a rosé overtone flatter most skin types, and make a wonderful addition to any jewelry box. Some stores even carry pearl studs for non-pierced ears.
• 16 inch pearl strand: A matched pearl strand is a jewelry staple for a reason: it’s a classic—not to mention a no-brainer accessory that a woman can reach for to instantly add polish to an outfit. Shorter strands worn closer to the throat draw attention to the wearer’s face and skin; with their dewy complexions, young women look fantastic in pearl chokers. This style sits close to the throat and looks great with a business suit, v-neck sweater, tee-shirt or open-collared dress shirt.
• 18 inch pearl strand: This slightly more versatile, “princess” length necklace can be worn with most any neckline, and will serve the graduate well throughout her life. The princess length is a very popular choice for a great reason: it works well with everything from turtlenecks to sweaters, business suits, dress shirts, and more.
• pearl pendant: A pearl pendant necklace featuring a single, large pearl is a great option that can be worn with many different styles. Choose a thin sterling silver or white gold chain for a modern look.
• pearl bracelet: A perfect complement to a bold watch, and slightly more affordable than a pearl necklace, a pearl bracelet adds polish and class.
• pearl ring: A pearl ring can make quite a bold and sophisticated statement, especially when the ring features a single, large pearl. The only downside to buying a ring is that you need to know the graduate’s ring size. Classic pearl rings look fantastic with both white and yellow gold.
Many retailers and online stores sell classic pearl jewelry in sets. Not only is this great because you pay less for the set than if you purchased a necklace, earrings and bracelet separately, but buying a pearl jewelry set provides the added bonus that the pieces will match.
What to look for
No matter which style you choose, or whether you buy pearls from a local jewelry store, large retail chain or Internet store (which should offer adequate descriptions of what you’re buying along with a money-back guarantee), keep in mind these tips when you’re shopping for pearls and you won’t go wrong:
• You’ll pay more for larger pearls. In general, a larger pearl takes longer to form, and the chances of finding a perfectly round, large pearl are slim. After the 7.5-8mm mark for freshwater cultured pearls and akoya cultured pearls, the most popular pearl types, prices rise dramatically. A 6.5mm strand is both lovely and affordable—and perfect for young women.
• Pay attention to luster and surface. Pearls should have a high luster, or surface sheen, meaning they reflect light well. They should also be free from large blemishes such as chips and pits, although small blemishes are acceptable. An absolutely perfect strand is likely faux. Pearls are, after all, a natural product, and small variations are to be expected and do not detract from the pearls’ value.
• Round is the hands-down favorite shape. While baroque pearls are gorgeous, and button and coin pearls are modern and affordable, when it comes to classic pearls, round is still in. To check that pearls are uniformly round, ask the jeweler or read the Internet description. If you can handle the strand, roll it on a table. Matched pearls will roll smoothly.
• Thickness is important. Most pearls sold today are cultured pearls, and the best ones are formed in oysters or mussels that have been implanted with small, mother-of-pearl beads and mantle tissue or mantle tissue only and left in the water long enough for a sufficient coating of nacre to form. Avoid pearls that have been implanted with large plastic or glass beads or harvested prematurely; they will flake and peel easily.
• Pay attention to uniformity. Make sure that pearls in a piece of jewelry are the same size, color, shape and luster.
• Beware: Some jewelry makers try to hide smaller or imperfect pearls near the clasp.
• Choose color carefully. Pearls look best if they flatter the skin tone of the wearer.
Follow these pearl-buying tips, choose wisely, and your graduate will have a jewelry staple she’ll treasure forever.
A graduate of the Gemological Institute of America’s Graduate Pearls program, Amy Drescher is a fashion writer and accessories buyer for www.moonriverpearls.com. She welcomes your questions. Reach her at adrescher@moonriverpearls.com.
Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book
Ah, graduation. A lot of hard work, time, talent, money and drive have led to this point: a milestone that will be celebrated, photographed and remembered forever. Whether from high school, college, law school, medical school, or what have you, graduation is a wonderful time of excitement and change.
How to mark the occasion? You can always write a check. (What new graduate doesn’t need money?) Before you whip out your wallet, however, remember that cash is practical, yet very impersonal. Because you’re reading this, it’s a good guess that the graduate is a special woman in your life, she worked hard to get where she is, and she deserves a graduation gift that is truly memorable.
How about something memorable, practical, meaningful and beautiful? Try pearls.
Pearl jewelry—whether pearl studs, a pearl pendant or a beautiful pearl strand—is a classic and wonderful addition to any woman’s jewelry box. Whether she’s heading off to college, interviewing for jobs, about to embark on a career, or planning a wedding, the recent graduate can wear pearl jewelry for instant polish. Added bonus: She’ll remember you every time she wears them.
Which pearls to choose
Pearls come in many beautiful styles, shapes and designs, but for graduation, a simple classic style that will stand the test of time is best. (They don’t call them staples for nothing.) Because classic pearls are so popular, there are a variety of options from which to choose. The following are classics she’ll reach for again and again.
• Pearl stud earrings: The great thing about pearl studs is that they go with everything. Round, white pearls with a rosé overtone flatter most skin types, and make a wonderful addition to any jewelry box. Some stores even carry pearl studs for non-pierced ears.
• 16 inch pearl strand: A matched pearl strand is a jewelry staple for a reason: it’s a classic—not to mention a no-brainer accessory that a woman can reach for to instantly add polish to an outfit. Shorter strands worn closer to the throat draw attention to the wearer’s face and skin; with their dewy complexions, young women look fantastic in pearl chokers. This style sits close to the throat and looks great with a business suit, v-neck sweater, tee-shirt or open-collared dress shirt.
• 18 inch pearl strand: This slightly more versatile, “princess” length necklace can be worn with most any neckline, and will serve the graduate well throughout her life. The princess length is a very popular choice for a great reason: it works well with everything from turtlenecks to sweaters, business suits, dress shirts, and more.
• pearl pendant: A pearl pendant necklace featuring a single, large pearl is a great option that can be worn with many different styles. Choose a thin sterling silver or white gold chain for a modern look.
• pearl bracelet: A perfect complement to a bold watch, and slightly more affordable than a pearl necklace, a pearl bracelet adds polish and class.
• pearl ring: A pearl ring can make quite a bold and sophisticated statement, especially when the ring features a single, large pearl. The only downside to buying a ring is that you need to know the graduate’s ring size. Classic pearl rings look fantastic with both white and yellow gold.
Many retailers and online stores sell classic pearl jewelry in sets. Not only is this great because you pay less for the set than if you purchased a necklace, earrings and bracelet separately, but buying a pearl jewelry set provides the added bonus that the pieces will match.
What to look for
No matter which style you choose, or whether you buy pearls from a local jewelry store, large retail chain or Internet store (which should offer adequate descriptions of what you’re buying along with a money-back guarantee), keep in mind these tips when you’re shopping for pearls and you won’t go wrong:
• You’ll pay more for larger pearls. In general, a larger pearl takes longer to form, and the chances of finding a perfectly round, large pearl are slim. After the 7.5-8mm mark for freshwater cultured pearls and akoya cultured pearls, the most popular pearl types, prices rise dramatically. A 6.5mm strand is both lovely and affordable—and perfect for young women.
• Pay attention to luster and surface. Pearls should have a high luster, or surface sheen, meaning they reflect light well. They should also be free from large blemishes such as chips and pits, although small blemishes are acceptable. An absolutely perfect strand is likely faux. Pearls are, after all, a natural product, and small variations are to be expected and do not detract from the pearls’ value.
• Round is the hands-down favorite shape. While baroque pearls are gorgeous, and button and coin pearls are modern and affordable, when it comes to classic pearls, round is still in. To check that pearls are uniformly round, ask the jeweler or read the Internet description. If you can handle the strand, roll it on a table. Matched pearls will roll smoothly.
• Thickness is important. Most pearls sold today are cultured pearls, and the best ones are formed in oysters or mussels that have been implanted with small, mother-of-pearl beads and mantle tissue or mantle tissue only and left in the water long enough for a sufficient coating of nacre to form. Avoid pearls that have been implanted with large plastic or glass beads or harvested prematurely; they will flake and peel easily.
• Pay attention to uniformity. Make sure that pearls in a piece of jewelry are the same size, color, shape and luster.
• Beware: Some jewelry makers try to hide smaller or imperfect pearls near the clasp.
• Choose color carefully. Pearls look best if they flatter the skin tone of the wearer.
Follow these pearl-buying tips, choose wisely, and your graduate will have a jewelry staple she’ll treasure forever.
A graduate of the Gemological Institute of America’s Graduate Pearls program, Amy Drescher is a fashion writer and accessories buyer for www.moonriverpearls.com. She welcomes your questions. Reach her at adrescher@moonriverpearls.com.
mercoledì 9 novembre 2011
Benefits Of Owning Motor Homes
Why would you want to own one of the many different motorhomes that are available for sale from many motorhomes dealers? The main reason for this is the fact that you gain access to multiple benefits that motorhomes offer. For example, you will be able to use motorhomes to travel to many outside locations for a long vacation or just a simple weekend getaway. There is no more need to spend all this time planning where you are going to stay, where you will eat and cook food and what car you will have to rent. Motorhomes will provide you with the simple solution for all these dilemmas.
With the help of motorhomes you will have access to basic household items, appliances and amenities and will not have to deal with the uncomfortable hotel stays or even more unpleasant stays in tents. Owners of motorhomes can prepare them in such way that everything that is needed for the enjoyable trip is available at all times. You don’t have many limits to what you can take with you. You can cook food, sleep and even shower in most of the motorhomes. You can even attach other equipment and vehicles (boats, jet skies and other sport equipment, for example) to your motor home.
Motorhomes can be helpful not only for vacation purposes. Even if you are traveling to a different city on a business trip or to visit your friends or family, motorhome will make the ride more enjoyable for you and your family. You will have more freedom to change destinations and will even save money on hotels and restaurants. You can choose which one of the many available motorhomes to purchase depending on your personal needs, size of your family and your travel plans. Motorhomes come in different sizes and variations and will have different amenities and equipment installed. Different types of motorhomes will have different prices so it is up to you to decide which motorhome to purchase.
For more information on Motor Homes please click through to our site.
With the help of motorhomes you will have access to basic household items, appliances and amenities and will not have to deal with the uncomfortable hotel stays or even more unpleasant stays in tents. Owners of motorhomes can prepare them in such way that everything that is needed for the enjoyable trip is available at all times. You don’t have many limits to what you can take with you. You can cook food, sleep and even shower in most of the motorhomes. You can even attach other equipment and vehicles (boats, jet skies and other sport equipment, for example) to your motor home.
Motorhomes can be helpful not only for vacation purposes. Even if you are traveling to a different city on a business trip or to visit your friends or family, motorhome will make the ride more enjoyable for you and your family. You will have more freedom to change destinations and will even save money on hotels and restaurants. You can choose which one of the many available motorhomes to purchase depending on your personal needs, size of your family and your travel plans. Motorhomes come in different sizes and variations and will have different amenities and equipment installed. Different types of motorhomes will have different prices so it is up to you to decide which motorhome to purchase.
For more information on Motor Homes please click through to our site.
lunedì 7 novembre 2011
4 Tips About Cats Ringworm And Your Children
Did you know that your cats ringworm is not a real honest to goodness worm? That's right cat lovers. Your cat isn't infected with a worm, but a fungus. If you're into big names the medical term is dermatophytosis. Let's keep it simple and use ringworm throughout this article. This article will give you 4 tips about your feline’s ringworm.
1, Your Cats Ringworm And Your Children.
Ringworm is extremely contagious. Your cat can pass it on to your children, you and other animals. You or the kids can infect someone else or another pet. Not only can it be passed on to others, it can be spread to other parts of your body or the bodies of your child or pet.
It is impetrative that you have your animal treated as soon as possible. In addition, if your child or you, are infected you should consult with your family physician. In most cases if the fungus is treated properly you will start to see improvement within the first few days.
Within 7 to 10 days there should be a complete recovery from the fungus. However, the doctor or your vet may recommend continued treatment for up to 2 or 3 weeks to make sure there is no reoccurrence of the infection.
2. How Can I Tell If My Cat Has Ringworm?
You should understand that in some cases there will be no outer signs of the fungus infection on some cats. However, your cat can still be a carrier and infect you, your children and your other pets. If you suspect your animal is a carrier call your vet.
If this is the case how can your cat or you be a carrier? Actually that is pretty simple to explain. The fungus can be anywhere. It can be in the grass, on the sidewalk, flowerbeds and can even be in the air ducts of your home.
During the incubation period of the fungus it develops spores, which can be picked up by your pet or you. When your animal or you move about the spores will drop off into the carpet, furniture, clothing, and bedding. Therefore the spores then can be picked up by your heating and air conditioning unit to be circulated through out your home.
3. How You Can Identify The Cats Ringworm.
First let’s talk about how ringworm can be spotted on your favorite feline. In most cases you will spot the fungus on the head, around the ears or eyes or on the paws and nails of your cat.
Generally this is demonstrated by the circles of hair loss or flaky red skin in a circular form. You may notice your kitty scratching and licking the wounded area. Furthermore you may well see an increase in broken hairs and patches of flakey skin on the pets bedding, the carpeting, your clothing or your furniture.
One area you need to think about checking closely is the cat’s paws. There is a variety of the fungus, which seems to concentrate in the pads of the paws or under the nail beds of your pet.
Second let’s talk about how to spot it on your child’s body or on your self. Very likely you will have an itchy sensation, in the area, where the fungus has penetrated the skin. As it continues to fester you will see a red circular pattern on the infected area. You may also observe dead looking skin flakes. Again you should contact your doctor in the event you see an outbreak on you or your child.
4. What Are The Treatments For Your Cats Ringworm?
At last there is some good news. Ringworm is easily treated by your vet and you. In the majority of the cases the vet may prescribe an antifungal cream and shampoo. It’s usually a matter of shampooing your favorite pet every other day and applying the cream as directed by the vet.
Surprisingly enough your personal physician will recommend a very similar treatment for you or your child. It’s possible they may prescribe and antifungal soap and cream. However, the doctor may just tell you to pick up the soap and cream across the counter at your local discount store or drugstore.
In conclusion you, your children and your wonderful pet can be infected by cats ringworm. But it is easily treated and cured with the proper medication.
Disclaimer: This article is not intended for any type of medical advice for you or your pet. It is intended for information purposes only. Always consult your personal doctor and your pet’s vet in case of a medical problem.
1, Your Cats Ringworm And Your Children.
Ringworm is extremely contagious. Your cat can pass it on to your children, you and other animals. You or the kids can infect someone else or another pet. Not only can it be passed on to others, it can be spread to other parts of your body or the bodies of your child or pet.
It is impetrative that you have your animal treated as soon as possible. In addition, if your child or you, are infected you should consult with your family physician. In most cases if the fungus is treated properly you will start to see improvement within the first few days.
Within 7 to 10 days there should be a complete recovery from the fungus. However, the doctor or your vet may recommend continued treatment for up to 2 or 3 weeks to make sure there is no reoccurrence of the infection.
2. How Can I Tell If My Cat Has Ringworm?
You should understand that in some cases there will be no outer signs of the fungus infection on some cats. However, your cat can still be a carrier and infect you, your children and your other pets. If you suspect your animal is a carrier call your vet.
If this is the case how can your cat or you be a carrier? Actually that is pretty simple to explain. The fungus can be anywhere. It can be in the grass, on the sidewalk, flowerbeds and can even be in the air ducts of your home.
During the incubation period of the fungus it develops spores, which can be picked up by your pet or you. When your animal or you move about the spores will drop off into the carpet, furniture, clothing, and bedding. Therefore the spores then can be picked up by your heating and air conditioning unit to be circulated through out your home.
3. How You Can Identify The Cats Ringworm.
First let’s talk about how ringworm can be spotted on your favorite feline. In most cases you will spot the fungus on the head, around the ears or eyes or on the paws and nails of your cat.
Generally this is demonstrated by the circles of hair loss or flaky red skin in a circular form. You may notice your kitty scratching and licking the wounded area. Furthermore you may well see an increase in broken hairs and patches of flakey skin on the pets bedding, the carpeting, your clothing or your furniture.
One area you need to think about checking closely is the cat’s paws. There is a variety of the fungus, which seems to concentrate in the pads of the paws or under the nail beds of your pet.
Second let’s talk about how to spot it on your child’s body or on your self. Very likely you will have an itchy sensation, in the area, where the fungus has penetrated the skin. As it continues to fester you will see a red circular pattern on the infected area. You may also observe dead looking skin flakes. Again you should contact your doctor in the event you see an outbreak on you or your child.
4. What Are The Treatments For Your Cats Ringworm?
At last there is some good news. Ringworm is easily treated by your vet and you. In the majority of the cases the vet may prescribe an antifungal cream and shampoo. It’s usually a matter of shampooing your favorite pet every other day and applying the cream as directed by the vet.
Surprisingly enough your personal physician will recommend a very similar treatment for you or your child. It’s possible they may prescribe and antifungal soap and cream. However, the doctor may just tell you to pick up the soap and cream across the counter at your local discount store or drugstore.
In conclusion you, your children and your wonderful pet can be infected by cats ringworm. But it is easily treated and cured with the proper medication.
Disclaimer: This article is not intended for any type of medical advice for you or your pet. It is intended for information purposes only. Always consult your personal doctor and your pet’s vet in case of a medical problem.
giovedì 3 novembre 2011
5 ways to increase traffic to your blog
Blogs are a very popular ways of promoting your product or service. They are easy to install, easy to administer and easy to update. And search engines love them too. But what is a blog without traffic?Exactly. Here are five quick ways to boost traffic to your blog and start seeing those big sales.
1.Build a list of blog services to ping
There are a lot of blog services you can ping. This means that you notify this service, that you've updated your blog. These services then list your new posts and you get the traffic from them. I've made a list of 50+ blog services you can ping on my site. These list are also available if you search google or any other search engine for it. That should be enough to give an initial boost to your traffic.
2.Add buttons to popular news readers
What does this mean? Well there are sites like yahoo or google or bloglines etc, which have a members area where you can select sites with RSS feeds to fetch the latest updates from different blogs. That way you can have the latest updates from let's say 50 blogs listed on one page. I have a list of these popular pages on my website plus the buttons which link to them. Users can then easily add my blog to their news reader members area.
3.Update your content regulary
Search engines and blog services love regular updates. It's very likely that you will get targeted traffic from search engines if you post regulary. That means you should make a new post to your blog at least once per day. But be careful. Too many updates per day can harm your search engines position and hits. What's too many? 10 or more.
4.Post in forums
Post in forums, but don't spam them. Post something fresh and interesting and put a link to your blog in your signature. Don't just post in any forum. For example if you're selling cds, post in forums that are about music and cds. Don't post in car forums if you're selling furniture. By posting in forums you will get one-way links which are good for search engine position in search engines like google or msn or yahoo.
5.Submit to blog search engines
There are masses of search engines available, that list only blogs. Just google for „blog search engines“ and you should find at least 20 of them. These blog search engines will help you with targeted traffic. Be sure to write a good title and a good description to your blog, so that people will easily find it and click on your link.
Follow these 5 steps and you will start seeing lots of traffic to your blog. And the so long awaited sales will start coming in. And don't forget to update your blog with fresh unused content that you write yourself.
1.Build a list of blog services to ping
There are a lot of blog services you can ping. This means that you notify this service, that you've updated your blog. These services then list your new posts and you get the traffic from them. I've made a list of 50+ blog services you can ping on my site. These list are also available if you search google or any other search engine for it. That should be enough to give an initial boost to your traffic.
2.Add buttons to popular news readers
What does this mean? Well there are sites like yahoo or google or bloglines etc, which have a members area where you can select sites with RSS feeds to fetch the latest updates from different blogs. That way you can have the latest updates from let's say 50 blogs listed on one page. I have a list of these popular pages on my website plus the buttons which link to them. Users can then easily add my blog to their news reader members area.
3.Update your content regulary
Search engines and blog services love regular updates. It's very likely that you will get targeted traffic from search engines if you post regulary. That means you should make a new post to your blog at least once per day. But be careful. Too many updates per day can harm your search engines position and hits. What's too many? 10 or more.
4.Post in forums
Post in forums, but don't spam them. Post something fresh and interesting and put a link to your blog in your signature. Don't just post in any forum. For example if you're selling cds, post in forums that are about music and cds. Don't post in car forums if you're selling furniture. By posting in forums you will get one-way links which are good for search engine position in search engines like google or msn or yahoo.
5.Submit to blog search engines
There are masses of search engines available, that list only blogs. Just google for „blog search engines“ and you should find at least 20 of them. These blog search engines will help you with targeted traffic. Be sure to write a good title and a good description to your blog, so that people will easily find it and click on your link.
Follow these 5 steps and you will start seeing lots of traffic to your blog. And the so long awaited sales will start coming in. And don't forget to update your blog with fresh unused content that you write yourself.
martedì 1 novembre 2011
Acupuncture and Arthritis
Acupuncture is a therapy that has long been held in high esteem because of the beliefs that the Chinese had about its capabilities. However, if you are currently living with arthritis then there is something that you should know about the acupuncture therapy. For starters, there have been arthritis patients who have experienced a great relief from the arthritis pain that they have felt. Whether or not acupuncture works for everyone dealing with this kind of chronic pain is unknown, but what is known is that the therapy does work and there should be lots more research being poured into this age-old technique.
Theories about Why Acupuncture Cures Arthritis
Many chronic arthritis have said that they feel instantly better after a round of the acupuncture therapy. This is not only an astounding finding, but many people and researchers don't exactly know why it works. However, the only existing and current theory comes from the Chinese because they believed that the therapy of acupuncture could cure pretty much any pain in the body. For starters, the Chinese believe that there are various acupoints located along points in the body that trigger the pain that is felt, especially during a bout of chronic arthritis. If acupuncture needles are then pointed towards those acupoints in the body, it is believed that the pain will cease and the individual can go on living a healthy life.
This theory certainly is held true over the very many lives that have tried it. More than ten million Americans currently suffer from some form of arthritis, and many of those patients feel as if they have nothing to lose when trying acupuncture. Indeed, they do not have anything to lose, because the Chinese believed that this form of therapy, even if it wouldn't work for some people, certainly would not be of harm to anyone.
Where to Receive Arthritis Acupuncture
If one is looking to find a cure for their arthritis and they are looking for an acupuncture cure specifically, there are many places one can go in order to try this age-old therapy. For starters, universities and colleges along with research centers are usually more than happy to take on arthritis patients in their effort to find out more about why acupuncture does work. Along with these kinds of establishments, though, there are also set acupuncture therapists that work alongside patients in their private offices, and these are the offices where the more individualized acupuncture care can take place. If one is not able to find an acupuncture therapist in his or her own city or town then chances are that they will have to drive a short distance to find someone who is interested in the therapy.
Nevertheless, though, there are thousands of places across the United States that are interested in pursuing the art of acupuncture in order to cure arthritis. What arthritis patients do know and what acupuncture therapists have known for quite some time is that the therapy does work well and it only take a little bit of believe and confidence in order to know that one will actually get better from the terrible and plaguing arthritis.
Theories about Why Acupuncture Cures Arthritis
Many chronic arthritis have said that they feel instantly better after a round of the acupuncture therapy. This is not only an astounding finding, but many people and researchers don't exactly know why it works. However, the only existing and current theory comes from the Chinese because they believed that the therapy of acupuncture could cure pretty much any pain in the body. For starters, the Chinese believe that there are various acupoints located along points in the body that trigger the pain that is felt, especially during a bout of chronic arthritis. If acupuncture needles are then pointed towards those acupoints in the body, it is believed that the pain will cease and the individual can go on living a healthy life.
This theory certainly is held true over the very many lives that have tried it. More than ten million Americans currently suffer from some form of arthritis, and many of those patients feel as if they have nothing to lose when trying acupuncture. Indeed, they do not have anything to lose, because the Chinese believed that this form of therapy, even if it wouldn't work for some people, certainly would not be of harm to anyone.
Where to Receive Arthritis Acupuncture
If one is looking to find a cure for their arthritis and they are looking for an acupuncture cure specifically, there are many places one can go in order to try this age-old therapy. For starters, universities and colleges along with research centers are usually more than happy to take on arthritis patients in their effort to find out more about why acupuncture does work. Along with these kinds of establishments, though, there are also set acupuncture therapists that work alongside patients in their private offices, and these are the offices where the more individualized acupuncture care can take place. If one is not able to find an acupuncture therapist in his or her own city or town then chances are that they will have to drive a short distance to find someone who is interested in the therapy.
Nevertheless, though, there are thousands of places across the United States that are interested in pursuing the art of acupuncture in order to cure arthritis. What arthritis patients do know and what acupuncture therapists have known for quite some time is that the therapy does work well and it only take a little bit of believe and confidence in order to know that one will actually get better from the terrible and plaguing arthritis.
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