Reflections Reflection: What Are You Waiting For? 6:00 PM If we wait until we're ready, we'll be waiting for the rest of our lives. Lemony Snicket What Are You Waiting For? I don't know about you, but I hate to wait around. Waiting for people to turn up during a meeting. Waiting in line especially when I see the person at the counter dilly dallying. Waiting for people to move when I'm all up and ready to go. Makes me want to ask, "What are you waiting for?!" I've realized the reason why I hate waiting is because I've also procrastinated in my life when I was younger that now I'm running out of time. And I want to make the most of every second. I want every moment to count. Even on weekends, I need to be doing something productive. And if I need to relax, I need to be spending quality time with the people who matter to me. Tumblr I would detest myself for wasting an hour on Facebook or other socials. So I'm conscious not to browse too much. I know the fruits of waiting is sweet because I've always been waiting for God's will to unfold in my life. That's a different story altogether. There are things you can't rush. There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. Ecclesiastes 3:1 But you can't make me watch crappy movies or read lame books anymore. That will be wasting precious time. I can't be friends with those who seem to let life's negativity dictate their future. Or those too toxic to be around. I don't wait around for people to apologize before I move on. That will be waiting for hell to freeze over. I won't wait for the world to come to peace. I'm searching for peace within myself every day as difficult as that may be. I don't wait around for Prince Charming to arrive. I decided to build my own kingdom. If he cares to join me and I see he's worth sharing my colorful though sometimes boring introvert life with, I might open the gates to the castle and let him in. And we may not live happily all the days of our lives but at least we'll be backing up each other through the tough times, fighting trolls and evil witches together, winning battles or walking away from fights we don't want to bother joining together. You get the picture. Yeah, youth is wasted on the young. Now I know what George Bernard Shaw means. Gulp. I'm getting old. Well, I'd rather be old and wise than young and careless. Growing old is inevitable so my goal is to age gracefully. I'd get there eventually so why not arrive in grace. Right? What about you? Do you like to wait? What are you waiting for? Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style 5 Tips For Beach Ready Hair 6:00 AM If you’re lucky enough to be jetting away to sunnier climates this summer, or even if you’re staying at home, chances are you’ll be spending time at the beach at some point or other – even hanging out round the swimming pool. Now, some of us are completely blessed with the type of hair that just gleams, no matter what we do with it. The type of hair that can be immersed in sea water or the pool for hours yet still dries perfectly in the sun. Others aren’t so blessed and the thought of going to the pool with hair like a scarecrow is more of a reality! If this sounds like you – you don’t need to worry anymore because we have some great tips for stunning, beach-ready hair that will take you from beach to pool to bar without you needing to disappear indoors wondering what you can do to re-style without starting from scratch! Source: Instagram 5 Tips For Beach Ready Hair Before we start, you’ll need a few hair products and hair tools. Firstly, as you’re going into the sun a very good quality professional hair shampoo and conditioner is a must. Buy one which suits your hair type, and avoid those with sulphate as an ingredient because this can build up on your scalp and cause irritation. Invest in a hair treatment product to re-hydrate dry hair, especially important after a day at the beach. Take Moroccan or Argan oil with you and always have a heat protecting spray in your suitcase. If you can, avoid any heated styling tools but we know this is very difficult in reality, so buy tools of good quality with ceramic, tourmaline or titanium coating to limit any stress on your hair when styling. For instance, a quality ceramic straightening brush is less damaging than using daily a classical straightener. Take a selection of hair scrunchies, bands and pretty clips with you because even the simplest of styles can look different with a few cute hair accessories. Finally – take a hat – a sexy braid peeking out the bottom of a big floppy hat is sometimes all you need to look like the pool’s glamour puss! You should always rinse out your hair after using the pool or being in the sea because the chemicals of the pool and the salt water of the sea can play havoc with the condition of your hair and if you have coloured hair it could alter it. Before you go to the beach use a heat protecting spray especially if you aren’t going to be wearing a hat, this will protect hair from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. Here are some easy hairstyle ideas for beach hair: 1. Simply pony tail – always fail-safe, keeps hair out of the way and is a very comfortable way of wearing hair in the sun. Add some pretty clips to make hair more interesting and if you want to change your pony tail, give hair at your forehead some lift, fix this area with clips and then tie the rest back. For an easy update, tie your pony tail to the side and if it’s long enough, braid it, use a slim ribbon through the braid to match your swimwear for a pretty twist. 2. While on the subject of braids, why not add in lots of little braids to your hair and tie them all back behind your head? This is a soft and pretty way to wear beach hair. 3. Braid your hair before you go to bed and in the morning loosen out the braids for cute waves. Separate the curls using your fingers and apply a little serum to tame any flyaway hair. You could wear your hair half up with this style too for a tousled, casual and carefree look. 4. If you really can’t find any way of wearing your hair by the pool, wash it, condition it and comb a treatment through it. Slick a little styling cream through too and secure it at the nape of your neck for a sultry, chic poolside look. 5. Using a slim hair band, push the front of your hair back and then with the slim end of a comb, gently pull a little hair through at the front to give it some lift. Secure the back in a messy bun using bobby pins or a pony tail twisting the end of the pony tail around itself and fixing with pins. About the Author: Katie Masters inspires busy women to express themselves and achieve great salon hair styling at home every day, by sharing her own findings about latest hairstyling tools. She writes about all things hair at hotairbrushreviews.com. If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
Health & Wellness How To Lose Weight For Women 6:00 PM More than just vanity, I believe getting fit is important for a healthier and happier life. Obesity has serious complications and must be avoided. There are a lot of tips online about losing weight. Products for burning fats, new weight loss routine, and different diet plans keep coming out to help women in their weight problems. With all these, how do you know which one is most effective for you? How to lose weight for women? Here are a few ways I’ve found online. How to Lose Weight for Women Eat! That might surprise some because some people claim to have effectively lost weight by skipping meals. That is not however a dangerous method. Skipping meals will slow down your metabolism to conserve energy so the next time you eat; the food isn’t burned as efficiently as it should be. Don’t fight hunger pangs. If you want to lose weight, you don’t have to eat less, you just have to eat right. Move around A stationary lifestyle will obviously make you gain weight because you’re not helping your body to burn the fats from the food you ate. If you are overweight, it’s advisable to get a workout plan from an expert. If you just want to lose weight or avoid gaining, move around. Walk regularly or jog, dance, enroll in a yoga class, go biking or swimming. Just remember that in order to make exercise effective, find a routine that you’re most comfortable with. Find an exercise that suits your personality and that you will enjoy doing. Diet pills There are some diet pills for women available in the market which has been proven to effectively speed up losing weight. Now it’s easy to find and purchase the best diet pills as information are available online. But what are diet pills? These pills help boost weight loss that diet and exercise alone would take a little longer to do. Having a healthy lifestyle and not just controlling your food intake is the key to losing weight effectively. The process of losing weight should not be a punishment but a process in achieving that healthy happy life you deserve. If you want to know more about losing weight for women, click here. Have you tried losing weight? How? This post was made possible by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style How To Show Off Your Personality With Accessories 6:00 PM How To Show Off Your Personality With Accessories Creating a unique style statement can be challenging. Many people want to reflect their personality in their fashion. If you want people to know little about you at first glance, choose the accessories you wear with your outfits wisely. Here's a guide with a few options when accessorizing your wardrobe to always show off your personality. 1. Wear Unique, Stylish Sunglasses There are unique women's and men's designer sunglasses on the market. You could choose bold-colored frames so that the glasses stand out when someone sees you wearing them. The shape of the frames of your sunglasses can significantly impact your overall look. Try on a few different styles before choosing a pair of sunglasses regularly. 2. Accessorize with HatsHats are more than just a functional accessory; they are a powerful fashion statement that can convey your personality, interests, and style. Whether you prefer a sleek fedora, a casual baseball cap, Richardson Hats (perhaps that you have even customized yourself), or a chic wide-brimmed hat, wearing the right hat can add that extra personality and style to your look.By selecting the right hat to complement your outfit, you can create a cohesive look that reflects who you are. So next time you're putting together an outfit, remember to top it off with a hat and let your personality shine through. Whether it's a casual day out or a special occasion, embrace the versatility of hats and use them to enhance your fashion statement.3. Wear Bold Belt Buckles Belt buckles are available in many different sizes, designs, and colors, so you can really let your unique personality show when you wear them. In addition, removable buckles can be placed on a belt and replaced with a different hook whenever you choose. This can be a great way to customize your look daily without purchasing multiple belts. 4. Wear Shoes with Flare The shoes you wear say a lot about you. For example, a great pair of tennis shoes will depict your personality if you are more casual and laid back. On the other hand, if you are more regimented or business-serious, some dress shoes may better fit you. Be sure that the shoes you wear show off your personality in design and color. Step out of your comfort zone occasionally and try on shoes you would not typically wear. A unique pair of shoes may give you the confidence to let your personality shine more than it usually does. 5. Wear Eye-Catching Jewelry Use jewelry to finish off a look. For example, you can wear a large designer watch for the status quo or a necklace with a religious medallion to show your beliefs. In addition, jewelry can be a great way to let people know intricate details about you without saying a word.Accessorize and Show Off Who You AreShowing off your personality through the accessories you wear is fun. You may not want to wear flashy items, but adding a few unique additions to any outfit will allow you to create a customized look that lets your personality show off. Author: Jenna B.Edited by About Life and Love
Love and Relationship Meeting People And Keeping In Touch The Modern Way 6:00 AM Do you remember the time when you have to write a letter longhand and wait for the recipient to send you back their reply? Depending on the location, it takes days or weeks for your letter to be received. Maybe even months. How about going out and meeting people face to face and asking for their number? Time has changed. So much. What with technology and change in culture. Meeting people and keeping in touch the modern way is just so easy. Meeting People And Keeping In Touch The Modern Way Through Chat Apps Nowadays, you can meet someone, get to know them, or catch up with your friends from around the globe through chat apps. Aside from social media, chat apps are great tools in getting social without actually going out. There are pros and cons to this. The advantages of chat apps of course include avoiding awkward social situations, being safe inside your own house while meeting strangers, and the convenience of keeping in touch with people who matter to you. Chat apps are like gifts to introverts and people who are too busy to go out and party. However, the anonymity of the identity of people online can also be dangerous. There is no way in knowing if the person you are chatting with has good intentions and just wants to chat or has something else in his mind. Some people prey on other people's innocence and trust. Of course, a lot of people will agree that the old-fashioned way of communicating is still the best. There is effort, and there is an investment of time. And some will argue that there is the inconvenience and the long period of time involved in waiting. Since it is the modern times, writing letters has become obsolete (although many still do it, and it is kind of exciting receiving one). So more and more people opt for using chat apps to stay in touch and socialize anyway. There are many options available. One chat app that is popularly used by millennials today is Kik. They aim for people all around the world to connect. It is a free messaging app in the vein of WhatsApp Messenger, with tons of extras that will enhance your conversations. (via Cnet) In joining chat apps, like meeting people online, take extra precaution. There are a lot of stories about scams, bullying and abuse happening online. But then there are also stories about people meeting great people online who eventually got married (I personally know couples who met online and are now living their happily ever after), or became friends. So whether chat apps like Kik will work for you or not is really up to you. The next time you go online, remember to be cautious. Be wise, be vigilant, and keep your privacy secured no matter what. Never give out your exact location and private information to strangers. If you're ready, go ahead and download your preferred chat app. Good luck and happy chatting! Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
