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Bring your outfit to a fine point with these Giuseppe Zanotti boots. Ankle boots are a key look for fall and look fabulous with cocktail dresses for an of-the-moment statement.

 

Black pointed suede ankle boots with an approximately 100mm / 4 inch silver stiletto heel. Giuseppe Zanotti boots have a zip at the back to fasten. Italian sizing.

Bonanza

Featuring:

• suede upper
• cuff detailing
• padded footbed
• synthetic outsole

Chinese Laun

You’ll be feelin’ fine whenever you wear the mid-high Filene boot. Dress it up with a sassy skirt or a longer pant. It’s the perfect wardrobe accessory, especially with the decorative buckle and criss-cross strap details. 

Featuring:

·  Faux-leather upper

·  Inside zip

·  2” heel

Malawi

Featuring:

• shearling upper and lining
• Opanka handsewn construction
• unique toggle detailing
• plastic shank
• DRYZ® moisture-managing footbed
• lightweight rubber outsole
• 9 7/8" shaft
• 1.25" heel

Tammy

It’s all about the details. The Tammy boot from Impo makes a posh statement and certainly delivers on style. This boot will look fantastic with your favorite tailored pant or hot designer jean.

Featuring:

·  Patent faux-leather crocodile upper with strap and buckle detail

·  Inside zip bootie

·  2 ¾” heel

Women's Anyu

Featuring:

·  Suede upper slip-on

·  Contrast/whipstitch detail, Triangle button closure

·  Rubber outsole 

When you have naturally curly hair you basically have two options.  You can accept it "as is" or you can straighten it with a few different options.

 

If you decide to straighten it you can do it chemically, the most common reason that people decide to have their hair straightened is to eliminate curls.  Sometimes this process will be used also to soften or eliminate wavy hair.  Chemical hair straightening, also known as relaxing, involves a process where the basic structure of overly curly or wavy hair is changed into a straight form.

 

If think you're ready to relax those natural curls, read on.

 

Before you begin, please make sure your hair can handle a chemical relaxer. If your hair is damaged in anyway, then a relaxer is not for you. If you're an avid swimmer, have recently used any other chemicals in your hair or you don't really have the time to maintain your hair, then a relaxer is not for you.

 

Now that you're ready to relax your hair:

 

·    Start by applying a scalp-protecting base to your hairline and throughout your scalp. A petroleum jelly can often do the job, but be sure to check with your relaxing kit's instructions first.

·    Wearing gloves follow the relaxer kit's instructions and place the relaxing cream into a plastic bowl.

·    Select the area where your hair is the curliest and section it off with a wide tooth comb.

·    Beginning 1 inch away from the scalp, apply the relaxer to the section of hair using the tool provided with your kit or your fingertips.

·    About 3 inches from the ends, separate that same section into smaller sections and apply the relaxer to each new section.

·    Continue applying the relaxer using the same technique until you have applied from center to front. Now go back and apply the relaxer to the roots of your hair.

·    Next, run your fingers through your hair from root to end to distribute the relaxer cream evenly. By now you should see the relaxer working.

·    Be sure to leave the relaxing cream in for no more than 10 minutes from start to finish.

·    Rinse the hair with warm water for at least five minutes and gently squeeze any excess water from your hair.

·    Next, add the protein pack provided with your kit to the hair, making sure you saturate hair completely. Allow the protein to set for at least 10 minutes.

·    Finally, shampoo and condition hair.

 

Consult A Professional

 

Chemical hair straightening is not a difficult procedure, but it does require a thorough technical knowledge of the relaxing process.  Therefore it should always be performed by a hair careprofessional with a track record of success with straightening.

 

It is best to have the relaxing process performed by a professional so that they can perform a strand test to determine the recommended strength of the relaxer that should be used.

 

The stylist will also need to evaluate current hair texture, porosity, elasticity and the presence or absence of any hair damage.

 

Fine, chemically lightened, or colored hair generally requires a very mild relaxing formula. Normal, medium-textured virgin hair can tolerate regular strength relaxers. 

 

Coarse virgin hair may require a strong or super relaxing formula.  The professional will be able to determine the best type of relaxing formula based on the results of a strand test and by looking at and touching the hair to be treated.

 

A good professional will also keep detailed records of any chemical relaxing treatments that have been performed on the hair and can use those written records to determine the best course of treatment.

 

Post Relaxing Treatment

 

Once hair has been relaxed it will require special ongoing treatment to protect the hair and maintain the effects of the straightening.  If the newly relaxed hair is not treated with special care it can become brittle and stiff and "see through".   Relaxed hair is more porous and tends to hold on to dulling residue.   Therefore it is very important to rinse out shampoo and other hair products thoroughly.

 

Relaxed hair will also break more easily.  Use a good detangling conditioning product and a wide pick with smooth teeth to detangle wet hair.  Work from the bottom of your hair up towards the roots.  Take your time and be very gentle.

 

Regular deep conditioning is a must on hair that is chemically relaxed.  Plan on doing a deep conditioning treatment once or twice a week and more if your hair needs it.  You can use a high quality deep conditioning treatment

 

Newly relaxed hair tends to become a lot drier.  Use a moisturizing shampoo designed for chemically treated hair.

 

Use a good rinse out or leave-in conditioner as well.  Chemically treated hair requires more careful and delicate treatment. If your hair does not respond well to the extra deep conditioning treatments you may want to do some moisture reconstructing treatments.

 

The only sure way to restore the appearance of chemically processed hair is through the application of good conditioning products.  Chemical processing can erode the hair and damage the cuticle.

 

Conditioners will smooth the damaged outer surface of the hair by coating the hair and by putting back oils and proteins that chemical processing strips off.

 

When possible, limit the use of hot blow dryers and hot styling tools.  If you must use a blow dryer, use on the coolest heat and apply a good protective leave in conditioner first.

 

• Be as anonymous as possible. Avoid postings that could enable a stranger to locate you. That includes your last name, the name of your school, sports teams, the town you live in, and where you hang out.

• Protect your info. Check to see if your service has a "friends" list that allows you to control who can visit your profile or blog. If so, allow only people you know and trust. If you don't use privacy features, anyone can see your info, including people with bad intentions.

• Avoid in-person meetings. Don't get together with someone you "meet" in a profile or blog unless you are certain of their actual identity. Although it's still not risk-free, if you do meet the person, arrange the meeting in a public place and bring some friends along.

• Photos: Think before posting. What's uploaded to the Net can be downloaded by anyone and passed around or posted online pretty much forever. Avoid posting photos that allow people to identify you (for example, when they're searching for your high school), especially sexually suggestive images. Before uploading a photo, think about how you'd feel if it were seen by a parent/grandparent, college admissions counselor, or future employer.

• Check comments regularly. If you allow them on your profile or blog, check them often. Don't respond to mean or embarrassing comments. Delete them and, if possible, block offensive people from commenting further.
• Be honest about your age. Membership rules are there to protect people. If you are too young to sign up, do not attempt to lie about your age. Talk with your parents about alternative sites that may be appropriate for you.

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One of the most important contributions to a healthy pregnancy is good posture. Proper alignment can decrease low back and neck pain and fatigue. These guidelines will help you maintain a healthy posture throughout your pregnancy when standing, sitting and lying down.

What Is the Correct Way to Stand During Pregnancy?

• Hold your head up straight with your chin in. Do not tilt your head forward, backward, or sideways.
• Make sure your ear lobes are in line with the middle of your shoulders.
• Keep your shoulder blades back and your chest forward.
• Keep your knees straight, but not locked.
• Stretch the top of your head toward the ceiling.
• Pull your stomach in and up (as much as possible!). Do not tilt your pelvis forward or backward. Keep your buttocks tucked in.
• Point your feet in the same direction, with your weight balanced evenly on both feet. The arches of your feet should be supported with low-heeled (but not flat) shoes to prevent stress on your back.
• Avoid standing in the same position for a long time.
• If you need to stand for long periods in front of a table, adjust the height of the table to a comfortable level if possible. Try to elevate one foot by resting it on a stool or box. After several minutes, switch your foot position.
• While working in the kitchen, open the cabinet under the sink and rest one foot on the inside of the cabinet. Change feet every 5 to 15 minutes.

What Is the Correct Way to Sit During Pregnancy?

• Sit up with your back straight and your shoulders back. Your buttocks should touch the back of your chair.
• Sit with a back support (such as a small, rolled-up towel or a lumbar roll) at the curve of your back.

Here's how to find a good sitting position when you're not using a back support or lumbar roll:

• Sit at the end of your chair and slouch completely.
• Draw yourself up and accentuate the curve of your back as far as possible. Hold for a few seconds.
• Release the position slightly (about 10 degrees). This is a good sitting posture.
• Distribute your body weight evenly on both hips.
• Keep your hips and knees at a right angle (use a foot rest or stool if necessary). Your legs should not be crossed and your feet should be flat on the floor.
• Try to avoid sitting in the same position for more than 30 minutes.
• At work, adjust your chair height and workstation so you can sit up close to your work. Rest your elbows and arms on your chair or desk, keeping your shoulders relaxed.
• When sitting in a chair that rolls and pivots, don't twist at the waist while sitting. Instead, turn your whole body.
• When standing up from the sitting position, move to the front of the seat of your chair. Stand up by straightening your legs. Avoid bending forward at your waist. Immediately stretch your back by doing 10 standing backbends.

It is OK to assume other sitting positions for short periods of time, but most of your sitting time should be spent as described above so there is minimal stress on your back. If you have back pain, sit as little as possible, and only for short periods of time (10 to 15 minutes).

What Is the Correct Driving Position During Pregnancy?

• Use a back support (lumbar roll) at the curve of your back. Your knees should be at the same level or higher than your hips.
• Move the seat close to the steering wheel, but not too close. In general, your seat should be close enough to allow your knees to bend and your feet to reach the pedals. Your belly should be at least 10 inches from the steering wheel, if possible (this will depend upon your height). The last month of pregnancy, when your belly is likely to be closer than ever to the steering wheel, ride in the passenger's seat when possible.
• Always wear both the lap and shoulder safety belts. Place the lap belt under your abdomen, as low on your hips as possible and across your upper thighs. Never place the belt above your abdomen. Place the shoulder belt between your breasts. Adjust the shoulder and lap belts as snug as possible.
• If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, it is very important to wear your shoulder and lap belts. In addition, always sit back at least 10 inches away from the site where the air bag is stored. On the driver's side, the air bag is located in the steering wheel. When driving, pregnant women should adjust the steering wheel so that it is tilted toward the chest and away from the head and abdomen.

What Is the Correct Way to Lift Objects During Pregnancy?

• Ask for help when lifting heavy objects when you're pregnant. If you must lift something, do not try to lift anything that is awkward or heavier than 20 pounds.
• Before you lift an object, make sure you have firm footing.
• To pick up an object that is lower than the level of your waist, keep your back straight and bend at your knees and hips. Do not bend forward at the waist with your knees straight.
• Stand with a wide stance close to the object you are trying to pick up and keep your feet firm on the ground. Tighten your stomach muscles and lift the object using your leg muscles. Straighten your knees in a steady motion. Don't jerk the object up to your body.
• Stand completely upright without twisting. Always move your feet forward when lifting an object.
• If you are lifting an object from a table, slide it to the edge to the table so that you can hold it close to your body. Bend your knees so that you are close to the object. Use your legs to lift the object and come to a standing position.
• Avoid lifting heavy objects above waist level.
• Hold packages close to your body with your arms bent. Keep your stomach muscles tight. Take small steps and go slowly.
• To lower the object, place your feet as you did to lift, tighten stomach muscles, and bend your hips and knees.

When reaching for objects overhead:

• Get your body as close as possible to the object you need.
• Make sure you have a good idea of how heavy the object is you are going to lift.
• Use two hands to lift.

What Is the Best Position for Sleeping and Lying Down During Pregnancy?

In general, pregnant women should try not to lie on their back or on their stomach. Lying on your back, especially in the third trimester, causes more work for your heart: in this position, the baby's weight can put excessive pressure on the inferior vena cava, the large vein that carries blood from the feet and legs, pelvis, and abdomen back to the heart. In addition, sleeping on your back can actually cause you to have a backache!

Lying on your stomach during pregnancy is not likely to be very comfortable. More importantly, lying on your stomach should be avoided because it can put added pressure on the fetus and reduce blood flow.

Don't be too concerned if you shift positions in the night; this is a normal part of sleeping that you can't control. Most likely you will wake up from discomfort if you end up lying on your back or stomach.

Some doctors recommend that pregnant women lie on their left side in the third trimester to allow for the best blood flow to the fetus and to the uterus and kidneys. Because your liver is on the right side of your body, lying on the left side also helps keep the uterus off that large organ.

No matter what position you lie in, a pillow should be under your head, but not your shoulders, and should be a thickness that allows your head to be in a normal position to avoid straining your back. You may also want to put a pillow between your legs for support. Use your pillows to discover a comfortable sleeping position. There are several special "pregnancy" pillows on the market that may help you sleep better.

Try to sleep in a position that helps you maintain the curve in your back (such as on your side with your knees slightly bent, with a pillow between your knees). Do not sleep on your side with your knees drawn up to your chest.

Select a firm mattress and box spring set that does not sag. If necessary, place a board under your mattress. You can also place the mattress on the floor temporarily if necessary.

If you have always slept on a soft surface, it may be more painful to change to a hard surface. Try to do what is most comfortable for you.

Try using a back support (lumbar support) at night to make you more comfortable. A rolled sheet or towel tucked behind your back may be helpful.

When standing up from the lying position, turn on your side, draw up both knees and swing your legs on the side of the bed. Sit up by pushing yourself up with your hands. Avoid bending forward at your waist.

Motichoor Ladoo
25

Ingredients

FOR BOONDI
2 1/2 cups gram flour (not superfine variety)
500 ml milk
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
3 cups ghee (for deep frying)

FOR SYRUP
2 1/2 cups sugar
3 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons milk
3 drops saffron

Method – For SYRUP:
1. Put sugar and water in a vessel and boil.
2. 3When sugar dissolves, add milk.
3. 4Boil for 5 minutes till scum forms on top.
4. 5Strain and return to fire.
5. 6Add colour and boil till sticky but no thread has formed.
6. 7Add cardamom powder and mix.
7. 8Keep aside.
Method – Boondi
Mix flour and milk to a smooth batter.
11Heat ghee in a heavy frying pan.
12Hold strainer on top with one hand.
13With the other pour some batter all over the holes.
14Tap gently till all batter has fallen into hot ghee.
15Stir with another strainer and remove when light golden.
16Keep aside.
17Repeat for remaining batter.
18Immerse boondi in syrup.
19Drain any excess syrup.
20Spread in a large plate.
21Sprinkle few tsp.
22hot water over it.
23Cover and keep for 5 minutes.
24Shape in laddoos with moist palms.
25Cool and keep open to dry, before storing in containers.















Paramannam

Ingredients

Raw rice..............1 cupMilk.....................3 cupsJaggery/sugar......1 cupElaichi..................3Coconut pieces....1/2 cupCashew................handfulRaisins..................as many as u likeGhee..................for frying them.
Method:
Boil the milk along with raw rice.When once rice is cooked well add the jaggery and coconut pieces.
Cover and cook until the jaggrey mixes well.
Add the elaichi.Add the fried cashew and raisins in ghee to the paramannam.