Fashion & Style My Dresslink Wishlist 9:00 AM Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman. -Coco Chanel A frugal person who loves beautiful stuff but does not want the hassle of going out and paying more than necessary. That's me. Sometimes I wish there's just one place where I can get exactly those mentioned. You can say I'm a wisher. Doing away from my usual philosophical and deep views, let's talk about wishes. The everyday essential and practical things women (and gentlemen) need---clothes! And accessories to go with them. Practical does not necessarily have to mean shabby. Believe it or not, there is a place where you can find voguish yet amazingly low prized pieces of fashion; from shirts or tops, dresses, shoes, bags, and accessories. They have items for women, men, kids, even lamps & lighting and other stuff for homes. If you wish for fashionable clothing and other items you need for a lesser price and a convenient way of getting it, Dresslink is the place for you. I made my own wishlist from their site (that is after hours of getting lost in this fashion paradise). I like online shopping because I don't like waiting in the long lines at the counter. Who does? Most of all, I'm a frugal person. More than looking good, I like that I can splurge without feeling guilty about my finances. Dresslink is a great place for great fashion finds online for less. I like too that you can see immediately the reviews of the customers who have already ordered the item you're interested in. So, you can gauge whether it's worth buying too or not, and what to expect from the product once you receive it. That means you won't be disappointed when you expect something and receive it in a different condition. Online shoppers know what that means. They also have a guide to measurements so you know which size to choose. Ahhh, so many things to like about Dresslink. Such a wish come true. What practical wishes do you have? Photos from Dresslink.
Life Lessons 5 Simple Lifestyle Change To Defeat Depression 1:34 AM Maybe you have to know the darkness before you can appreciate the light. -Madeleine L'Engle Have you ever been depressed? If not, you're lucky. Depression could be nasty. Depressed people feel like all hopes have been sucked out of them. Like all lights have been put out; everything becomes pitch dark. It's suffocating. When you fight depression, it's as though you're fighting a losing battle. Carol shares with us what depression is, plus 5 easy lifestyle change to help defeat depression: Depression is a phase and not a disease. Treating depression is possible if you know that you have it; most people suffering from this condition deny its existence. Family and friends may notice some changes in the behavior of the person, but there are some symptoms that will prove you are suffering from the sinking feeling of depression. Symptoms of depression: Irritation without reason Uncontrolled anger Sleeping disorder Fatigue Appetite issues Losing hope Frequent episodes of crying Sudden weight gain or weight loss The above symptoms may point towards some underlying health issues... but could be due to depression too! Depression can be triggered by many emotional and physical reasons. Sometimes it’s the sudden loss of a loved one, prolonged illness, or hormonal changes. Whatever may trigger this problem, here are some simple changes that you can introduce in your life to fight it. Fighting depression through a simple lifestyle change. 5 Simple Lifestyle Change To Defeat Depression Stay active, stay fresh Exercise is one of the major solutions for depression. Choose the exercise that you would enjoy and include it into your daily regime. Go for a walk, dance, or swim to get a mood boost. Keeping yourself active would eliminate undesirable thoughts and hence, combat depression. Finding a workout companion would be even better as exercising with a friend would keep you motivated, and take away the feeling of loneliness. Exercise releases happy hormones in your blood stream thus, bringing down the symptoms of depression. Find an outlet Venting out your problems will not solve them but would make them bearable. Let it out to a friend, family, or a counselor as this will remove the feeling of heaviness from your heart. Speak up and admit if there is a problem. This will make your life easier and solve problems in your relationships. Healthy relationships and well-expressed emotions would automatically treat depression and its symptoms. Eat right When all other organ systems work right, you will have only one area to work on. Taking fiber rich food would keep your body lighter and make you feel energetic throughout the day. When your body is happy and active, your mind will also be happy. Avoid foods that are high in fats and calories as it will make you bloated and add to your restlessness. Love yourself Depression makes you hate yourself and everything around you. Start loving yourself. Shop, have a makeover, or make your surroundings bright and welcoming. Loving yourself and your surroundings will fill you up with the positive energy. Take the time to nurture your body and soul as this will give you an instant mood lift. Medication Medication should be the last resort. You may check with your doctor if you need some counselling or medication to treat this issue. Depression can be treated early. If it stays for a prolonged period, chances are it will become chronic. Listen to your body and soul---and help it! About the author: Carol is a freelance writer. She mostly writes on healthy and lifestyle subjects. Currently, she is associated with US Premium Garcinia Cambogia, an online store for garcinia cambogia extract, which helps in reducing weight.
Faith The Gift Of Emptiness: Journey from Void to Purpose 6:00 PM Emptiness is like a gift wrapped carelessly by the Giver in an ordinary wrapper. You won't realize how beautiful it is until you've opened it. I thank God for my gift of emptiness.If it weren't for that hunger for something better, I wouldn't have pushed myself harder. If it weren't for that emptiness, I wouldn't have been eager to seek an answer. I would have been satisfied. I might have been living happily with "just enough". Your emptiness can lead to amazing things in your life. The Gift Of Emptiness My emptiness did these incredible things in my life: My emptiness pushed me to be driven.It gave me the drive to learn something new; to keep on growing, to keep on searching for ways that will make my life better. My emptiness made me rethink my decisions and enabled me to see things more clearly. It helped me recognize the distractions and focus on the more important things. My emptiness taught me that the world can confuse us about what matters most. Because the world is made of people just as imperfect, flawed, and empty as we are. In time, we will understand what is essential and what is superficial. My emptiness made me empathetic. It made me see the emptiness in others, too. It made me kinder. My emptiness created a space that made me ready and open to receive more. Thankfully, my emptiness did not drive me to desperation and accept whatever it is that's available just so I can say I have something to call my own. On the contrary, it taught me to never settle for less than what I truly deserve. My emptiness and weakness made me believe more in the power and strength of God at work in my life. I did not understand it at first, and it was difficult. It is hard to keep believing you'll be okay when you can't see the end. But I held on. And I'm glad I did. Indeed, God remains faithful even when we are not. My emptiness made me excited for the great plans that are yet to be revealed. My emptiness made me value the little things more. A simple message asking how I’m doing, a listening ear, a small amount of someone’s time, God's quiet presence, a random act of kindness, beautiful songs, glorious mornings—these are wonderful blessings not everyone gets to experience. All these things that I used to take for granted, I now treasure. My emptiness made me desire to seek the Source that will fill me up and will never leave me thirsty again. Embrace your emptiness and know that it is only a phase---a beautiful phase that can do surprisingly marvelous things the way only emptiness can. Receive and cherish the gift of emptiness. It is an essential part of growing. It is a place you need to go through to get to your destiny. Shared this article on The Praying Woman
Lux Thinking Aloud This Happy Single Asks: Questions and Ramblings 9:00 AM Never compare your beginning to someone else's middle. Sometimes, this happy single asks...What's out there? Who's out there for me? Is this all in my destiny? Sometimes, this happy single asks one too many times, it seems: When's my time? Is it tomorrow? Is it next week? How much longer do I have to wait? Some nights are colder. Longer. Some days are cruel. Hollower. People could be ruthless, laughing at her life choices, making her feel she's not good enough. Pointing at her flaws. Making her feel broken and beyond redemption. So sometimes, this happy single asks: When will it stop? But there are days---many, many days when her faith prevails, and her hope is renewed. So this happy single asks with excitement: What's he gonna be like? Have I already met him? I hope not! Will it be just another ordinary day, and destiny will sneak up on me? Or will I be swept off my feet like in the books or movies? Yes, sometimes her imagination runs wild. But that's the beauty of being single. You have a blank canvas. You can paint your future the way you want to. She's genuinely happy for her peers who are getting married or starting families. She celebrates their milestones with joy. Yet, sometimes, this happy single still asks: How about me? Where's my story? Is this all that's written in the prophecy? Being curious and anxious about the unknown and the uncertain is normal. And it's okay to get tired of waiting sometimes. Maybe one day, she'll unravel life's mysteries. Or perhaps just a few.Or maybe none at all. But that's alright, for each finds their own path.You can't compare your beginning to someone else's middle. And no matter what happens, she knows for certain that she's gonna live one epic life.For this happy single's journey is of her own choosing, written by her hand.
Dating Guide To Flowers And Their Meanings 9:00 AM Isn't it more fun when you receive flowers, and you know there's a meaning behind them? How intriguing that each flower represents different things. It's thoughtful and will undoubtedly help you score points with your partner and spice up your relationship. Here's a flower meanings list for your guide the next time you buy your partner some blooms. Flowers And Their Meanings 1. Carnations Light red carnations - admiration Dark red carnations - more profound sentiments of love and affection White carnations - purity and luck Pink carnations - gratitude 2. Daisies Daisies - innocence, purity, beauty 3. Iris Yellow iris - passion 4. Orchids Orchids - wealth, love, rare and delicate beauty 5. Lilies Peruvian lilies/Alstroemeria - friendship and devotion 6. Roses Red roses - love and romance Pink roses - elegance, expression of admiration and appreciation White roses - innocence, purity, honor and reverence Orange roses - desire, enthusiasm, fashion, excitement, fervent romance Lavender roses - enchantment, love at first sight 7. Stargazers Pink stargazers - prosperity and abundance White stargazer - purity and sympathy 8. Sunflowers Sunflowers - adoration, longevity, loyalty, cheerfulness 9. Tulips Tulips - generally mean perfect love Red tulips - true love Purple tulips - royalty Yellow tulips - hopeless love, cheerfulness, sunshine Variegated tulips - beautiful eyes 10. Calla lily Calla lily - magnificent beauty, chastity, virtue, purity It doesn't hurt to be extra sweet and thoughtful. It's good to go the extra mile to strengthen your relationship or make someone feel special. No need to wait for a special occasion. Say it with flowers. What flowers are you planning to give? Do you know the meaning behind them? Source: proflowers
