Fashion & Style Best Hairstyle Trends for Fall 2016 7:45 AM Life is too short to have boring hairstyles. Guest blog by Maureen Mizrahi Fall is here, and the season is welcoming a whole new trend of beautiful hair. Say goodbye to the prim and proper stick straight locks. Thanks to 2016 New York Fashion Week, diverse hairstyles are in. From all new colors to cuts and hairstyles, it seems a care free look is making a comeback this season. Best Hairstyle Trends for Fall 2016 Curls Curls are back in every way shape and form. From tight ringlets to loose waves, crimped styles, and big curls, these careless styles are sure to add character whether one has short or long hair. Step away from the straightener, and embrace the curling iron, or just go au natural! Buy some hair mousse to enhance curls and add volume. Short Cuts Forget about last year’s A-line, the Pixie cut is making waves across the nation. Ruby Rose rocks a new short do’ with a cheekbone length cut. Kate Mara looks stunning with her swept away auburn color pixie cut. Taylor Swift has also embraced a trendy little strawberry blonde shag recently and let's not forget about Kylie Jenner and her wig collection of powerful looking bobs. For those interested in taking their length to a whole new level ask for a mid-length cut with choppy layers. Bun Updos Say goodbye to the ponytail and welcome the knotted bun. Through intricate twists, custom loops, and sleek back looks, these cool updos are here to stay. Instagrammers are even taking videos showcasing their beautiful long locks by tying knots in their hair and letting it loose! These fun knots can be customized to fit anyone’s personality whether wearing two buns on top of the head like Miley Cyrus, or a fixed knot in the back appropriate for work. Reds The colorful hair trend continues to be on the rise. Fall reds are still in. For those with blonde hair opt for a strawberry champagne color. Another popular right now is the pumpkin spice, and no, it's not a latte. Pumpkin Spice has shades of blonde, chestnut and copper to add a dimensional look similar to the many hues of fall leaves. For those looking for something a bit brighter, a "warm peach" is a vibrant look that looks excellent on all skin tones. For brunettes, opt for auburn or burgundy hair colors. Grey Colors The grey ombre is another hot style to look out for during this dark season. Shades of dark grey lead in lighter shades creating a chic alternative look to color. Or add a dash of color with the Smokey Lilac which appears as a deep grayish purple down to a pale foggy lavender. As if the hair pastel trend wasn't reminiscent of Candyland enough, now there's Watermelon. Just like a watermelon, deep shades of green transition into bright pink. Platinum Blonde Platinum blonde may be making a comeback in Fall 2016. How ironic it crept right over summer? Kylie Jenner, Fergie, Orlando Bloom, and Justin Bieber are some of the many celebrities to rock the light bold shade. Or, for those who aren't ready to go quite that bright, Bronde is another it color celebs are gravitating toward. Selena Gomez recently stepped out wearing the caramel mixture of brown and blonde colors. About the Author: Maureen Mizrahi Passionate writer, yogi, coffee drinker, and wanderer. Loves to write about beauty, fashion and travel. Follow Maureen on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Visit her website Indie Travel Photos provided by guest blogger 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
Lux Thinking Aloud Dear Faithful Blog Followers 10:39 AM Dear Faithful Blog Followers, THANK YOU! You don't know how thankful I am that you let me into your everyday (or so) schedules. For the times you drop by and waste a minute or two to check my posts from trivial to deep, personal ones. For every kind and sweet comments you leave (even those who only leave copy pasted comments or a generic "Great post", "Thanks for sharing", "This is nice" no matter what the topic is.) For the concerned ones who would send me an email or DM to let me know they couldn't leave a comment because of some error or that something's wrong with my page. Or letting me know how much they appreciate what they read or that I can count on them to support me. For the interactive ones who answers my calls to action. Especially to those who have been faithful blog followers since I started. Thank you. We were strangers, I became your fan, and now considers you as friends. I feel like I know you through your blogs and through the comments you leave here. I feel like I have friends and families around the globe and I told myself that if I ever get the chance to visit your countries, I hope to catch up with you over coffee (or tea). Forgive me My dear ones, I apologize for the times you come here and expect a good, uplifting post from me and find sponsored posts instead. I try to still incorporate the usual "personal" touch in each. Please understand that this girl here is a freelancer and that this is one of the ways to earn a living. This girl's gotta earn some dough, right? Gotta turn that passion into profit, and hopefully never lose the purpose along the way. Business bloggers advice to stick to a genre because a confused visitor will automatically leave and not come back. So, I thank you for not getting tired of checking on me even when you can't predict what's waiting for you in my little space. Thank you that whether I write something personal---my heartaches and travels---general, or feature a product or service, or introduce you to a friend, you still choose to stick around. I'm just a girl who finds writing therapeutic since time immemorial, but you affirmed to me that this is my life purpose, and now you're helping me earn a little profit through your visits. I know Thanksgiving is still a few weeks from now, but I want to express what this grateful heart contains. Come, journey with me... I don't know where my blogging would take me in the coming years. I didn't really start this with business goals in mind. This only served as my venue for venting out immature feelings and simple opinions. But, here I am now. Sure I haven't posted a viral article but it's enough to know that somehow, I touched people's lives in the littlest way I do. I hope that in the coming years, as I continue to pursue this "penniless" passion (so others say), you'd still be there for me. As I will always be here to make sure I serve my purpose: to make you feel less alone. Dearest faithful blog followers friends, thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. Yours, In Our Darkest Hour In My Deepest Despair Will You Still Care? Will You Be There? In My Trials And My Tribulations Through Our Doubts And Frustrations In My Violence In My Turbulence Through My Fear And My Confessions In My Anguish And My Pain Through My Joy And My Sorrow In The Promise Of Another Tomorrow I'll Never Let You Part For You're Always In My Heart. -Will You Be There / Michael Jackson
Health & Wellness 5 Simple Ways to Destress At Your Desk 3:18 PM 5 Simple Ways to Destress At Your Desk Hours spent in front of your computer every day. Zoom fatigue. Dreadful deadlines.On a scale of 1-10, how stressed are you? Sadly, not everyone has the means and time to go on vacation to relax and unwind. So, how to destress yourself after work or while still sitting at your desk?You can do some activities to cool off when the going gets tough. Try these 5 simple ways to destress at your desk and reduce anxiety. 1. BreatheWe often take our breathing for granted. Not knowing that proper breathing can help calm our minds and bodies. Deep breathing sends a message to your brain to relax. It's one of the best ways to lower your stress level.Before you open another URGENT email...Before you respond to that irate customer review...Before you start on your tedious task...Remember to take a deep, relaxing breath.Follow this breathing exercise GIF from Do You Yoga:2. Play good musicGood music means melodic, calming tunes and fun, encouraging lyrics. But if loud rock music is your cup of tea, go ahead and have a dose of it. Just be careful not to listen to lyrics promoting violence or hatred, as it could rile you up instead. Psychology Today reports the immediate psychological and medical benefits of music: increased happinessless stressreduced depression symptomsgreater autonomy (self-directing freedom)increased competence, hope, and optimism Giphy 3. Play gamesAll work and no play make Jack a dull boy. Playing games can keep your mind off the cause of your worry or stress. If only for a little while. There are many online games to choose from that suit your mood. Playing games (in moderation) is beneficial. Games can boost your memory and creativity, help you make faster decisions, and lessens stress. Be sure to time yourself so you stay focused and remember your tasks. Giphy 4. Eat mood-lifting foodsGood news! You can eat your way out of stress. Have you heard of Kratom? Higher doses of this herb can have a mild euphoric effect — helping to uplift the mood and promote better clarity of thought. You can find more information about this plant on Kratom.org.The following can also help boost your mood:dark chocolatesfruits: strawberries, blueberries, citrus, acerola cherries, and avocadohigh in fiber vegetables: broccoli, kale, Swiss chard, Brussel sproutsherbs and spices: chamomile, turmeric, saffron, passionflower, parsleynuts: almonds, pistachio, walnutsDrinking certain herbal teas can also help you relax. Buzzfeed 5. Stay optimisticSometimes, things don't go our way. Choose to be happy. Worrying or stressing out will not solve the problem. It will only delay you from finding a solution. Moreover, it could cloud your judgment. So, cheer up.Breathe, sing, play, eat, and be merry. Giphy Bonus: Color your worries awayForget about the deadlines and clients for a while. Instead, take out your coloring pens and adult coloring book.Here are some reviews:"I have anxiety and ADD, which helps calm me down and keep me occupied for an extended period so I can relax and regroup.""It has been integral to keeping my anxiety and depression at bay.""Each one leaves you feeling happier about the day when you sit this book down." How do you destress at your desk? Share your tips in the comment below! This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you make a purchase after clicking on a link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Travels When In Guimaras (Part 1) 7:00 PM When in Guimaras, enjoy the simple province life and world-class beaches. Guimaras is an island province in the Philippines in the Western Visayas Region. For a place with only more than a hundred thousand people in population or 750 inhabitants per square mile, it's a rich island. What I like most about Guimaras is the simplicity of the people, their adapting to change and commerce without compromising their natural resources, their extraordinarily sweet mangoes (!), and their magnificent pristine beaches (!!!). No wonder it's a favorite vacation destination of foreign visitors and locals alike. So many things to do and see when in Guimaras. (Click individual image to view in full size) When in Guimaras... Visit the smallest plaza in the Philippines Only a short distance from Jordan Guimaras port is the smallest plaza in the Philippines. It used to be the smallest plaza in the world. I couldn't, for the life of me, find our photo so I just borrowed this from trixiereyna.com. Why I like it: I'm an eternal student. I've always been fascinated by record breaking places and a little trivia. See the windmills in San Lorenzo Located in Brgy. Cabano, San Lorenzo, the windmills of Guimaras is another famous tourist spot. They're scattered around the place so our tour guide brought us to the highest spot for better viewing. Why I like it: It's perfect for selfies or group pictures, but what I like most about it is that the island is benefiting from the sustainable energy the windmills produce. Way to go, Guimaras! That mandatory group jump shot Eat fresh mangoes Guimaras mangoes are the sweetest! You MUST try their fresh mangoes when you visit there. Why I like it: Try it and you'll know why. Visit National Mango Research And Development Center Too bad it's not harvest season when we visited. But we did take a dope picture courtesy of our tour guide: Why I like it: I got to see where the magic of their world class mangoes is born so to speak. Try Mango pizza at The Pitstop I know it sounds weird. Mango pizza? I was in doubt...until I've tasted it myself. It's yummy! Their pasta with mango sauce is also a winner according to a friend of mine. Why I like it: I expected blah but it's unique and surprisingly good. Have some quiet moment at the Trappist Monastery Ever since I was in college, I've heard so much about Trappist Monastery. If you want some quiet time with the Lord, or some break from the world, visit the Trappist Monastery. They also have a store where we bought some delicacies and souvenirs. The monks themselves cook and make them. We mostly bought dried mangoes (not in photos). Why I like it: I love me some peace and quiet and this is the best place for that when in Guimaras. Have a photo shoot at the Guisi Lighthouse (Ruins) The old Guisi Lighthouse has become a popular sight for photo shoots. In fact, there were people taking prenup and graduation photos when we came to the place so we had to wait for our turn. Why I like it: There's something about the ruins by the ocean that's simply breathtaking. Go island hopping! We went to a total of 6 beaches in Guimaras. And with Guimaras, that's just scratching the surface. There are SO many islets and beaches to see! It's worth all the sunburn I got. I wanted to include the island hopping in this post but realized it will be too long. I don't want to make the page load too slow because of the photos and links. Check out When in Guimaras Part 2 as we go island hopping. Here's a sneak preview: When in Guimaras, it's a sin not to see the beaches, or try their fresh mangoes. Visit Guimaras and you won't regret it. Photos from my and my friends' smartphones 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
Dating Samara Brides And Easy Steps To Transform Your Life 7:17 AM Samara Brides And Easy Steps To Transform Your Life What Samara has to offer? In real life, all the good men are already taken. But in virtual reality, there are millions of men who are looking for a family oriented women who values traditional family life and seeks for quiet life with loving husband and children. Western and US men are ready to provide their families with high quality of life in exchange for happy marriage and faithful wife. All these appealing features are gathered in Slavic women who were raised in families filled with respect and love. These attractive ladies will teach you how to reach happiness and to transform your life. This one of the largest Russian cities, apart from picturesque landscapes and large amount of tourists’ attraction has great quantity of beautiful and single girls. As any regular girl, these ladies dreams of a big mutual love that will last forever. Any man who is interested in samara brides dating will find that these women obtain great personal traits apart from being gorgeous: they are gentle and caring, always thinking about their loved ones well-being. Family is a main priority and they are looking forward to motherhood. Online dating in Samara With the development of various online dating possibilities, chances of meeting compatible single individual have hugely increased. With the help of gadgets we have a 24/7 access to our dating profiles in order not to miss a perfect mate. With love and romance, we wish to improve our lives, fill them with meaning. We are sure that love will make us better, forget all negative experience and failures of the past. This is partially correct, but at the same time it is vital to realize that all improvements demand hard work. Those men who wish to expand their dating horizons and decided to look for a Russian wife may find a lot of appealing girls at various reliable dating services as Kovla. Habits that will transform your personal life Happiness is contagious as well as attracts people. If this is exactly what you are looking for – chance of improving already existing attraction or appreciating your relationship, here are some useful tips that will transform your reality and fill your like with new exciting experience: Stop comparing your personal relationship with others. Everyone has his own destiny and is dealing with their own problems. You can never tell what is going on in another family; Spend more time talking to one another and sharing some silly secrets. Take long walks, savor the silence; Participate in activities together: practice yoga, cook together, attend language courses, meet new people; Don’t let the everyday routine engulf you – travel more or spend time separately with your respective group of friends. This way you will learn to miss one another and experience genuine happiness when meeting again. It takes the right attitude along with actions to change your being for the better and fill it with new emotions. Post 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
Books Overcome Failures And A Free eBook Giveaway 8:00 AM What you think about your story greatly influences how you tell it. -Dr. Ifeoma Samuel Competition has ended. Congrats Jayson Santos for winning! Overcome FailuresFailure is a topic many people---myself included---can easily relate to. How many times have I failed in life? I lost count. Bruised. Battered. Badly wounded. Scarred for life. Not so different from most of you, I presume. But hey, here we are. Still standing. Still smiling. What keeps me going?I'm too stubborn to let life knock me down. I chose to be happy a long time ago. That, and God's grace. Mostly His grace. You know who else is an expert in overcoming failures? My friend Ifeoma. If you've been a follower of this blog (I am eternally grateful to you), you might have read her guest article Ultimate 30 While In Your 30’s Checklist. Guess what? She's launching her new book Overcome Failures: Get Back On Your Feet. It comes with a companion study. So, you don't just read her story and reflections, you get to write down your own reflection from your own story. Reading it feels like you are walking in your journey and Ifeoma is there to hold your hand every step of the way. Such a gift she is. And her book. eBook giveaway! Speaking of gifts, I am giving away a free copy of her eBook Overcome Failures and a companion study! This is Ifeoma's offer for the launch of her book. The book launch is on August 16. This giveaway is open internationally. Enter below and be blessed with this amazing and uplifting eBook. Overcome Failure Book and Companion Study Giveaway What's your back-on-your-feet story? Click to read the Goodreads reviews here. You can pre-order the book here until the book launch on the 16th of August, 2016.
Travels Top Places To Visit In Austria 7:59 AM If you are planning your trip to Austria and do not know where it is better to go there. Click here РFind a tourist list with restaurants, fkk hotels, and museums. Guide for Tourists РWhat to See in Austria Despite the modest size of its territory, Austria has lots of attractions for its tourists Рboth natural and man-made. The country offers almost all types of tourism Рfrom cultural sightseeing and marching to gourmet trips. Also, make sure to visit fkk hotel establishments as this type of relaxation has become quite a hit lately. Talking about the beauty of nature in this country, it is all right here, in the cities surrounded by mountain Alpine peaks, blue lakes, forests and meadows, the best examples of classical music have been created. And it is not surprising that the great composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Johannes Brahms found their inspiration in this charming place. The country landscapes are especially beautiful in summer when hikers can flock to national parks and Alpine meadows. Nevertheless, Austria is extremely popular in winter as well since there are many ski resorts. As for gourmet trips, resting in the big cities, you can create a rich sightseeing program for a few days. You can visit the royal residences and palaces, go to interesting museums, see the Vienna State Opera, the National Library, and the Hundertwasser House. Those who are the bravest can even view the shocking exposure in the Pathology Museum. And it's still nice to stroll around spacious squares and main streets, which are usually architectural monuments, and everything is steeped in history, including the local shops and restaurants. The most popular attraction in the capital of Austria, Vienna, is Lovely St. Stephen's Cathedral, which is a symbol of the city. However, the Vienna Belvedere Palace, Sch̦nbrunn Palace complexes and the Hofburg are some other places that are worthy your attention. When planning a travel route through Austria, it is possible to get acquainted with the lists of sites of major tourist cities of Salzburg, Graz, Baden, Tyrol and other regions. Each of them has its own specific places to visit and see. For example, a good place to visit in Salzburg is Wellcum where you can rest with your soul and body. The place is famous for its varied saunas that have a rejuvenating effect on the body, restoring energy and strength. This article was submitted by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. Photos from the author. 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
