He Loves Me,..He Loves Me Not

OK, relationships are not easy, and they take practice, lots of it! So you think that  you have met that special guy and now you're wondering how to make him fall in love with you? Girlfriend pleaseeee, it rarely happens over night, and  while there is (unfortunately) no super magic potion that you can whip up to put him under your spell, the good news is that there is a lot you can do to get and keep his interest. First of all be confident with who YOU are! It means taking the time to love yourself first and foremost, then loving someone else will be a walk in the park as they say!

First, Be Yourself ...

Most men are very independent minded creatures and like to make up their own mind about everything. They do not want you to tell them what to do and they do not like to feel they are being led or tricked into liking or disliking something. So there is no point doing things that are not natural to you, to try to please them. For example, if you hate football, do not pretend to like it just because he is a huge fan. He will know you don't really care, no matter how much work you do learning the names of all the players. He will just think you are trying to deceive or trap him, and he'll take off so fast that you'll never see him again.

... And Love Yourself

Be yourself but do not put yourself down. No Negative Nancy all right?  Many people do this, usually to reassure others that we are not a threat, but people will often take you at your own valuation and it can make them think you are boring. Ask your friends for advice here, or record yourself talking. Do you tend to make yourself look small and uninteresting? If you do, you need to get yourself out of this habit. Try to be aware and think before you speak.Look after yourself physically. Take exercise and try to eat well. This will make you feel better about yourself, plus you will develop a glow that is naturally healthy and attractive. Love yourself and he is much more likely to love you.

Be Interesting

The best way to be an interesting person is to do interesting things. Have a life. Do not spend every evening waiting for the phone to ring or watching movies on TV. Go to an evening class, meet people, take up a sport you used to like in school. Be careful not to criticize others, too.

Admire Him

We generally always tend to like the people who like us, so it is fine to let him know that you like him ... as a friend. However, if you have fallen in love at first sight it may be best to keep that to yourself. Let him be the first to say 'I love you'. Most men love to be admired. They may run a mile if you try to cling to them, but they will do almost anything for someone who admires them and believes in them without making any demands.So while it is better to keep your undying love to yourself, at least at the beginning, it is fine to tell him openly that you admire something he does. Any sentence that starts with 'I really admire the way you ...' is a winner because we all know how much men love getting their egos stroked.

If after all of this, you ask yourself, does he love me, or love me not? Maybe he does, and maybe he doesn't. Listen, Rome wasn't built overnight, and if you try to rush a relationship, you'll fail. Take the time to really get to know someone and implement the tools above to help him along the way.

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Can Men Read the Body Language of Women?

 Is She Still Interested In Me?

Women are extremely good at gauging relationships by reading body language. Why? It's what we do best. We speak with our eyes and our hands, we tap our feet and our fingers, we sway our hips and when we do the nod of the head and a half spin, you better run! Women also use very clear signals they give to show their emotions – which is why so many women find it hard to believe their boyfriends had no idea they were upset. Actions really do speak louder than words, but you've got to be able to understand them. Can you understand women by the way they use their body language? Honestly, we make it very easy to see that we are angry, happy, satisfied...it really doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure us out. 

Hey Guys...Practically all women can tell if a man is interested in them... So, Isn’t it time you learned how to tell if a woman is interested in you? The first and most classic sign that a woman is interested in you is when she meets your eyes.

She might smile or not, but if she’s looking at you without looking hostile, you’ve caught her attention, most likely in a good way. The next thing you should do is meet her eyes and smile back.

A woman might also check herself in the mirror, touch her hair, or smooth out her clothes. This is a great sign that she wants to make a good impression on you. She might also throw her shoulders back or roll her hips slightly – that means she thinks you’re good-looking. 

If she’s sitting down, she might lean towards you, cock her head to make her neck seem longer, or slowly cross and uncross her legs in front of you. If you’re both sitting down and having a conversation, a woman who is comfortable with you might sit with one leg tucked under her, or might dangle her shoe from the toe of one foot. If she’s looking in your eyes too, there’s no doubt she’s extremely interested. On the other hand, if a woman isn’t interested, her eyes will slide right past you. She may even be polite if you introduce yourself, but she’ll look away as soon as possible. 

Women who don’t want to continue a conversation will turn their bodies away from you and might even turn toward the door. Ask my old friends about this one....I used it quite often while out at the clubs. I enjoy people watching, not getting hit on by every sleeze ball in the bar that for some reason thought if he bought me a drink he could take me home. "in his dreams maybe...." so that's when I did the ole "about face"A woman might  might fold her arms, cross her legs and leave them crossed, or move away from you. Most likely, the conversation is a lost cause and you probably ought to move on. 

If you’re boring a woman, she might lean away from you and rest her head in her hand, or tap her fingers or her foot. If she’s looking at you blankly, without blinking, she’s zoned out and isn’t paying attention anymore. This is a good time to change the subject, maybe with a compliment and a question like, “That color looks good on you. Is it your favorite color?” or “What’s the best movie you’ve seen lately?” With luck, she’ll shake herself out of it and you’ll get another shot at a conversation. 

Learning how to tell if a woman is interested is pretty easy. Women want you to understand them, and they make their body language simple and clear. Learn to read it, and you’ll be able to tell if she likes you, if she’s comfortable with you, and if she’d like to date you – all without saying a word. If you still haven't figured it all out, don't sweat it...BUY THE BOOK!

This is well worth the $10 bucks boys!

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Love Handles...Do You Have Them?

Day in and day out we eat the wrong foods and then ask ourselves...Why am I a few pounds heavier than I should be? Why can't I get rid of these love handles, how in the hell do I shake them? Most of us have some way or another to hide some of the flab, but when push comes to shove, you know that it's there. You know that you need to lose weight, but are you trying, really? Better yet, are you happy with your weight and how you look?If the answer is no, it's time to physically address the issue at hand and decided when and how you are going to make healthy life style choices to better "you!" Every person alive has a “healthy weight” – the weight that each individual body, in a state of perfect health, maintains. According to the US FDA “healthy weight is a body weight that is appropriate for your height and benefits your health.” The healthy weight theory is also commonly known as the “Set-Point Theory.”

Living in a body considerably heavier than its healthy weight promotes increased risk of asthma, heart disease, high blood pressure/hypertension, osteoporosis and arthritis, Type 2 diabetes, gallstones, stroke, and certain types of cancer (esp. colon, breast, and female reproductive system). Obesity has also been associated with increased risk of problems with anxiety and depression.Folks, this is not good....it's time to as Michael Jackson once sang in "Man in the Mirror" to...Make that change!

As much as we may desire to be more slender than our healthy weight, it is not in alignment with our ideal health and overall wellness. The foundation of a successful weight loss program is a shift in consciousness towards a proper weight management program geared, one focused on reaching and sustaining an individual body’s healthy weight. 

BMI - The FDA recommends a measuring tool called the BMI or Body Mass Index for helping determine whether you are at a healthy weight for you or if are underweight or overweight. The BMI is based on a person’s height and weight. A BMI of 19-24 is considered a healthy weight, under 19 is considered underweight, 24-29 is considered overweight, and 30+ is considered obese. The US Dietary Guidelines for Americans references a BMI chart for adults over the age of 20 to use in identifying where they fall in this spectrum.

One important component of a healthy weight that the Body Mass Index doesn’t account for, however, is the body’s percentage of body fat to muscle mass. An easy way to estimate your body fat percentage is to measure your waist with a tape measure. This measurement approximates your body’s amount of visceral fat. Generally speaking, and according to the National Heart Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health, a male with a waist circumference more than 40 in. (101.6 cm) and a female with a waist circumference more than 35 in. (88.9 cm) is at greater risk of disease than those with waist circumferences less than that.

Design your weight objectives, then, not around those pants you want to fit into, but around your ideal BMI-range and body fat percentage. The formula from there is simple:

• Consume more energy (calories in food) than you burn (through activity and exercise) to gain weight;
• Burn more energy than you consume to lose weight;
• Strike a balance between how much energy you consume and how much you burn to maintain your existing weight.

Many factors influence your healthy weight – age, genetics, metabolism, diet, and lifestyle (that’s your habits and behaviors) – but only certain of those factors can you do anything about. There’s no sense bemoaning age or genetic history, but you can effect enormous changes in your metabolism (and thus your weight) by making changes in your diet and lifestyle. 

When you’re at your healthy weight, you feel good and have all the energy you need (and more) for your work and leisure activities. Take charge of your life and shake the love handles now! If you can pinch more than an inch it's time to shape up for summer and swimwear!

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How to Give the Best "Bests Man" Speech at a Wedding

Your wedding day is the most special day of your life so you want it to be perfect, and you want the day to go off without a hitch! This means details such as the flowers, food, hall, church, guests, and oh yes, the best man speech. The best man traditionally offers the first toast at a wedding. His toast can offer a thought provoking look at married life, honor his friendship with the groom or reveal intimate and often embarrassing details of the couple’s courtship. The traditional toast is simply a short speech given verbally but best men are free to try other approaches to the toast such as a slideshow or a video presentation. The best man could also choose to give a verbal toast with a few new twists.

The traditional best man’s toast is a verbal speech that is given early in the reception. Although it is unoriginal, this type of toast is widely accepted and popular. If the best man is married himself, he may want to take this opportunity to offer the couple some sage advice for enjoying a happy and peaceful marriage. He may also wish to simply state why he admires the bride and the groom and offer his best wishes. Still another popular option for this traditional version of a best man’s toast is to regale the guests with a slew of stories from the groom’s wilder days. Listen up fellas, this is not recommended at a wedding attended by mostly conservative guests as this can be embarrassing to both the couple and the guests. 

A slideshow is on increasingly popular way for the best man to toast the new couple. You could take the opportunity to display various pictures of the bride and groom separately and as a couple. One option is to interview both parents prior to the wedding and ask them to contribute pictures of their child from when they were a baby until now. You would ask the parents a series of questions about the bride or grooms childhood, adolescence and adult life. Then you could take the pictures and arrange them in a slideshow presentation that you could narrate with information gleaned from your interviews. This type of toast is especially popular with the older generation in attendance at the wedding because many of them knew the bride or groom as children and will enjoy reminiscing about those times through the pictures and stories.

If the best man is linguistically inclined he may also wish to write a short poem or song about the couple. Be original! This poem or song could either be sweet and sentimental or funny and potentially embarrassing to the couple. Although the best man may be making the same points that he would in giving a traditional speech, the use of a poem or song to convey the sentiment makes it more original and amusing for the guests.

A video presentation is another unique way to make the best man’s toast. One way to do this is to arrange meetings with close friends and family members and ask them a series of questions about love and relationships and videotape their answers. You could then videotape yourself giving a short toast and introducing the other members on the tape. This is an excellent idea for the best man who is afraid that he will forget what he wants to say on the wedding day. The video allows him to practice his speech and record it over and over again until it is perfect. Put it on a CD as a gift for the couple so that they have it as a wonderful memory on their perfect day.

My personal favorite; Another original toast idea is the idea of memory boxes. The best man could talk to the parents of the bride and groom ahead of time and obtain a few objects from their pasts such a photos, childhood security blankets and special gifts from loved ones. The bet man would put each of these items into one of the boxes and leave the other one empty. When it comes time for the toast the best man could present the couple with the filled box. He would then open the box and explain the story behind each of the memory items. When he is done with the first box, he could present the couple with the second box and explain that this box is for the couple to fill up with keepsakes of the memories that they will share together in the future as they build their life together and their family.

There are a variety of toasting options available to the best man and each best man will come up with his own ideas based on the depth of his friendships/relationships with the bridal couple. Whether he chooses to speak from the heart with an unprepared speech or invest time prior to the wedding to put together an elaborate presentation, the toast is sure to be appreciated as long as the best man is speaking from his heart. If you are still at a great loss for words might I suggest this book?

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Why is Finding A Partner So Difficult?

Why is life so difficult and why is finding the right partner like pulling teeth? Where do we go for  the right answers to so many questions? Sometimes I'm not the easiest person to get along with but I have qualities that any man (or so you would think) would love, honor and appreciate. So many woman like myself feel that time after time they are beating their heads against a wall trying to figure men out. Why is it that it's OK when they do something but not us? Why is it that they should be forgiven yet not us, and why is it that they shouldn't be held accountable for their actions, and by this it also includes things that they say in times in which they might be shall we say,... less coherent or alcoholically challenged/under the influence? Why can men beat up on woman with no remorse? Is it acceptable? Stabbing a woman in the back is just as bad as slapping her in the face. Your actions hurt people. Are you aware of this? My guess is, absolutely not! Why do people overlook situations like these and so many others?

Lets face the facts...dating and marriage is a whole lot different than it was twenty some years ago. In today’s society, more than 50% of all marriages fail for one reason or another. Just thinking about that makes “commitment” seem scary doesn't it? It seems that when relationships are faced with challenges, people quit trying. Why do people give up so easily? Is it because they are looking for perfection, they have bad habits, they like doing things that you don't like to do so you feel it will hurt your relationship in the long run, or because they worry that their family members won't accept them? 

These days, dating is more like a marathon, not simply trying to date as many people as possible in the shortest amount of time. I ask myself, is it really worth it? It's bad enough that we get stabbed int the back by our own family members but now we have to worry about the whole "he said she said mumble jumble crap!" It makes you tired doesn't it? Do you want to be alone for the rest of your life or are you ready to say, "hey, I care about you." Words should be chosen wisely, and quite carefully. Never ever ever say that you love someone whether you are sober or complete opposite, crocked off your rocker because your actions have an adverse affect on people and what you just said (in a drunken moment of passion) can ruin a really good relationship that was for so long built on a childhood friendship. Is it really worth it? No. Do people have regrets? I believe that they do, sure they do. Do we all make mistakes? Sure we do...then have the balls to stand up and admit that you were wrong (if you were) and make things right. It's time to be the bigger person and say "Hey, I'm sorry!"

Take the time to get to know someone at a deeper level. The fact is that relationships, whether dating or married, are hard. Things do not always go perfectly, fighting does occur, and it takes a 100% commitment from both parties to make it a success. Often when people break off a relationship, they feel as though something is missing. The “spark” has gone, leaving one or both people feeling inadequate and unfulfilled, or maybe there is a spark missing. Guess what folks, you'll never find that one true person that has everything you want and if you think that you will find Mr. or Ms Perfection, I'd love to hear about it because it rarely happens. 

Stop picking someone apart that you are 75% compatible with and learn to do the things that he or she likes to do that consume the other 25% of the relationship/friendship. Relationships are after all about compromise. Unless you want to be alone forever, you need to lighten up and enjoy life. You have to learn how to open up, trust this person and share a little piece of your heart with them because only then will you experience true happiness.

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The Truth About What Women Want...

From the time we are little girls, we dream of our wedding day and what it is that will make us happy in a lifetime partner. Some might say that we are impossible to figure out. So what is it about women that makes them so hard to grasp? Most of the time, men are frazzled by this question? Some men think that women are only attracted to jerks and to the bad boy type. Theoretically, this is true more often than not unfortunately. Some men are convinced that women want money and security. Listen fellas, there are, on the contrary to what ya'll may think good gals out there. We aren't all devilish and gold diggers. Others are sure that women only want men just like their fathers, and some have decided that not even the women themselves know what they want. I find this statement to be true,...in fact, most men will tell you that we don't know what we want at all. Many a man have questioned "what exactly do women want?" We're not playing coy here, we know we're complex creatures nevertheless we operate on a different wave-length than men.

News Flash Boys; None of those ideas are accurate.

The truth about what women want is quite simple... And here it is: Each woman is different. In order to know exactly what she wants, you need to ask her. If that doesn’t match up with what you already have to offer, then you need to move on. Some desire a sensitive man, a GQ fashionable guy, others seek a wealthy fella, they may even ask what does he drive? With that said, there are several qualities that most women desire in a man, and it doesn’t hurt to see which ones you have or are willing to develop. In fact, it can help you a lot in your personal life. There are 3 things that almost every woman wants that should NOT have to be explained, but for those of you on the short bus, here goes;

Respect.... Show us through your actions that you respect our opinions, careers, interests, friends, bodies and minds. You don't have to agree with all that we say or do, but try to honor our opinions as valuable contributions. Follow the golden rule and treat us as you would like to be treated: Be honest, fair, kind, and considerate.

Romance... It's another night on the couch with take-out and TiVo? Just because we're staying in doesn't mean the evening can't be romantic. Light a few candles and see where the night leads. Treat us like your girlfriend, even after we become your wife.

Consistency... This doesn't mean be boring and predictable. It means that we know you will (usually, no one is perfect!) give us the love and support we need. Knowing that you're coming at this with the same desires and energy as we are goes a long way to making us feel secure.

The bottom line is this;

Most women not only admire, rather want a secure, confident, financially and emotionally steady man. The details may be different, but the effect is the same: a man who has a stable life isn’t likely to ruin theirs. Some women who’ve been brought up in an unstable home are going to be a little confused about the meaning of a stable life, but for the most part, women like relationships that are a safe bet to improve their lives. Your attitude, above all, is going to determine how attractive you are. If you take care of yourself physically, emotionally, financially, and mentally, you are already more attractive than any man out there who thinks women only like jerks and bad boys. 

If your financial affairs are in order, you are free to see the difference between women who only want money and the ones who are truly interested in you. If you carry yourself in a confident manner, you are already more attractive than men who think women only want younger versions of their fathers or that they don’t have any idea what they want.

What women want is simple, easy to learn, and follows common sense. You don’t have to do crazy things to get noticed or make yourself attractive. You need to do just the opposite – be practical in your everyday life and it will pay off later. So now, your homework is to look at your life and see the areas that need to be taken care of. If you have problems, don’t expect that a girlfriend is going to fix them, and if you think this will happen I ask you "What the hell type of bubble are you living in?" You’re an adult and you can handle it. Besides, you’re not going to get a girlfriend so she can come in and straighten your life out. You might clean up nice, but how would she ever know? You need to have your problems worked out for yourself before you invite a woman into your life. If you want to find a great woman, make sure that your affairs are in order as that alone will be quite impressive in her eyes.

If you still aren't understanding how women function, and think, you need to understand the communication process. 

What Is Unconditional Love?

Day after day people ask, "what is unconditional love?" Many people have it confused with other things so lets set the record straight...shall we? Unconditional love is given without any expectations, limitations or any other definitions. In other words when you love someone unconditionally you do so without expectations that the sentiment will be returned, without placing restrictions or conditions under which the love will be expressed and without establishing defining parameters for when, where or why the love is felt or expressed. There are many examples of relationships where the love is unconditional. The love between romantic partners, parent and child, siblings and even friends can all be examples of unconditional love. The most important factors of unconditional love are that it is completely free of restrictions or expectations.

In giving unconditional love, it is important that you have no expectations of reciprocation. You offer your love freely and do not demand that the feeling be returned. Unconditional love is about you and your feelings and does not involve trying to create the same feelings in another person. While you may hope and wish that the feeling is returned, truly unconditional love does not hold any expectations that a mutual feeling exists. If you hold the expectation that your love for the other person is going to eventually be reciprocated and your love endures based on this expectation then it is not truly unconditional love. One example of unconditional love without any expectations is the love between a parent and child. A parent may love their child unconditionally and while the feeling may be reciprocated by the child, the parent’s love will endure regardless of how the child feels. Your unconditional love exists even if the other person does not have reciprocal feelings towards you or any intentions of ever having such feelings.

Unconditional love also exists without any restrictions or limitations under which the feeling will remain. Truly unconditional love endures any transgression imaginable. When you give your unconditional love, you do so knowing that the actions or words of the other person will not result in this loving feeling being revoked. Even intentional acts meant to hurt you are overlooked when they are inflicted by someone with whom you have an unconditional love. I think that we have all experienced this at one time or another in our lives. Also, unconditional love is not used to attempt to control the actions of another. Telling someone that they will lose your love if they do things you do not approve of is not unconditional love. Romantic partners often have a feeling of unconditional love. When this exists in the relationship, neither partner uses their love to control the other or threatens to revoke the love if their demands are not met.

Truly unconditional love is given without any defining parameters. When unconditional love is given, it is done so without the understanding that the love will only endure as long as certain conditions exist. Unconditional love exists without thought of setting definitions or other limitations on the love surviving. Siblings are good examples of unconditional love that exists without any definitions. While siblings may fight throughout their lifetime there is a bond that is present always and is never challenged. Siblings may become angry with each other but their unconditional love transcends all boundaries and survives through countless arguments and misunderstandings.

Those who have an unconditional love for another always want the best for the one they love and allow them to be free to seek what will truly make them happy. Unconditional love involves wanting the best for the person you love and understanding that they need to be free and make their own choices to achieve this level of happiness. While you may believe that you know what is best for your loved one, it’s important to let them learn things on their own and pursue opportunities and experiences that they believe will make them happy. They may end up making wrong choices but if you love them unconditionally you will always be there for them and will not judge their actions.

Unconditional love is truly free of any expectations, limitations or definitions. This is a love that holds your loved ones best interests and happiness above all other things including your own happiness. When you offer your love unconditionally it is important to realize that you have no right to expect that your feelings will be returned or that your loved one will act and speak according to guidelines you set forth.

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Why Women Lose Their Sex Drive....

There are several reasons that may or may not cause a woman to lose her sex drive. For most women, there is pretty good reasoning for why this happens and answers as to what causes it. Can it be prevented? Maybe, or maybe not. Many woman ask me; What causes our sex drive to decrease? I've done research and found this article that may help you to understand. Living with libido loco? For a growing number of women, declining hormones, job stress, relationship issues, and other problems are taking their toll in the bedroom. Loss of sexual desire, known in medical terms as hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), is the most common form of sexual dysfunction among women of all ages. A recent study showed that nearly one-third of women aged 18 to 59 suffer from a lost interest in sex, and it's not all in their heads.

Unlike men's main sexual complaint, erectile dysfunction, women's biggest sexual problem is caused by a combination of both mental and physical factors, which aren't likely to be cured by merely popping a pill.

 This article will review what can bring your sex drive to a halt, along with what methods you can use to rev up your passion.

1. Is oral sex for you? Hey many love this and yet a lot of people don't like this at all. Orgasms when received via oral sex will flood your senses beyond your wildest dreams. The quickest way to make sure you never again experience this pleasure is to give your lover a look of disgust when they mention oral sex to you. If it is something you are not ready for, be honest and explain why you are not ready before you begin. Offer other creative sexual outlets instead. Never engage in sexual behavior that makes either partner uncomfortable.

2. Worried about smell: To take care of this concern, grab your man directly after the shower or for that matter in the shower. Before you perform oral sex, you should make it clear how far you are willing to go when it comes to oral sex. Also, many women worry about their own smell during oral sex. Freshen up before and you will not have a need for worry. Most men will not notice anyway.

3. Fear of Experimenting: When it comes to intimacy between you and your partner/spouse/mate, sex play can be fun and forces you to step out of our preconceived ideas of what sex should be. There are many ways to experiment. You can try different positions, go to a sex shop together and find something that you both are interested in, play with food during foreplay, or even use costumes. The bottom line is that sex should be fun and respectful of all participants.

4. Do you know your own body? Knowing your body is important to your sexual pleasure. If he is doing something to you and you are not responding and you do not know why, it can hamper your sex life. You need to find out what works for you.

5. You can be the aggressor: Listen, sometimes you need to step it up a notch and take charge....Your partner will enjoy you coming up to him and initiating sex. Be creative and unexpected and he will delight in your advances. It is quite a turn on for you to be the one walking up to him and unzipping his pants.

6. Are you easily embarrassed? Bodily noises escaping can be a turn off for both partners. Sex is very intimate and there is no way you can get that close with someone and not have your body under your control completely. Your partner should already be aware of the way the body responds during sex and most likely will not be bothered by it and neither should you. If you think for one second you can engage in sex without something embarrassing happening, you need to stop right now. It does not work that way. Have a good laugh and continue pleasuring each other.

If you or your partner is not interested in sex there may be several reasons for this. It is important to find out why so that the partner who does not receive sex is not left wondering what they have done that has turned you off to them. The cure for such a lack of desire depends on the cause.

7. Depression: A woman experiencing depression has sex completely off the radar and this is quite understandable. When a woman gets help for her depression, there is a good chance that her sex drive will return. If the woman has had a hysterectomy this could affect her sex drive also because she equates the uterus with being a woman and without she feels as if she is not complete. She also feels as if she is not as beautiful as those who can still give birth. If the hysterectomy included the removal of her ovaries, she will also experience early menopause. Menopause can cause all sorts of complications, especially those related to sex drive. It is very important that she speaks to her doctor about hormone therapy and above all realizes that her uterus is not what defines her being a woman.

8. Childbirth: One must first understand that childbirth is not a walk in the park, and our hormones are on an emotional roller coaster. As women, we just cant turn this off. A new mom sometimes get so emotionally tied up with her baby, not to mention so tired from lack of sleep, that she loses interest in sex. The dad, who may have stopped having sex with her during the last month or two of pregnancy, and who gave her the time she needed to recover from the effects of giving birth, may begin to get testy after several months have gone by.

In closing;

So guys, BE PATIENT....and please, pay attention to this article and know that as frustrating as this can be, there is no 'little blue pill' for us to take for a quick fix.

Self-Tanning....Good or Bad?

It's that time of year again, in some areas you still have cold weather, and in others it's warming up but you just can't get a few good days in to get a base tan...so what does a gal do? We'll if you are anything at all like me, you like having some color. It makes us feel better. During those winter months we all tend to go through what I like to call the "bla" stages. I feel better about me with a little added color, however, I've had melanoma for several years on and off and I know the harm that the outdoor sun can cause...I also know what tanning beds can do to you as well. You should not over do it.

 How do you know that you are?Is your skin looking tan but feeling like tightened leather? Ughhh then you need to STOP and repair your body. Women and men that over do it in tanners look older than they are unfortunately, and there is not a lot that we can do to go back in time and undo the damage. Personally, in the months where the sun is tucked away hiding and the weather is cold, I get spray on tans and I love them! Most are done in a tanning salon in a stand up sprayer. I am in and out in 5 minutes flat. You just have to be really careful that you follow directions, and don't let it drip or run, otherwise you'll be a real mess.
I've listed some tip below to follow. If you have any comments or suggestions that might help someone reading this and wanting to try self-tanning but are afraid, let them read your experience. Write a comment and we'll be sure to post it below!

Avoid possible skin allergies by not using sunscreen products with PABA.

Apply lip sunscreen products approximately 45 to 60 minutes before you head outdoors.

Apply other sunscreen products anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours before being exposed to the sun’s rays, unless directed differently on the package (check application instructions for each product).

For people with sensitive skin, choose a product with a chemical-free block ingredient like titanium dioxide.

For fussy children or even for those who just want to make their outdoor activities more fulfilling, check out the variety of sunscreens on the market that are formulated for children. Products come in scented varieties cherry, chocolate and watermelon, and in easy-to-use forms like in nifty spray bottles.

Avoid alcohol-based products for children, as they can irritate their young skin.

How Does One Apply Self-Tanning Products?

Tanning products, both sunless and sun, go to work on the epidermis, or the outside layer of your skin, and not the dermis or inner layer. However, the layer of epidermis that is affected by sunless versus the layer affected by sun tanning products differs. Sun tanning lotions, sprays, gels and other assorted items, go to work on the stratum basale or deepest layer. And sunless tanning products go to work on the stratum corneum or outermost layer.

Applying Self-Tanning Products

WHEN : Since most self-tanning lotions have no sunscreen for protection outdoors, the best time to use self-tanners is at night before going to bed. If done earlier, allow a minimum of two hours and test for staining before putting your regular clothes back on. Note that if your lotion contains extra coloring formula or if you’re using a spray, staining could be a major issue; so use these types of products earlier in the evening or when you have more time to “dry” after applying (at least a few hours).

WHAT : Gather your necessary items together. Choose what you want to wear (for tanning lines), whether it’s a swimsuit, undergarments, etc. Use caution in your choices because the product may stain or run so choose older clothing, especially without nylon (permanently stains this fabric), and not loose clothing (to inhibit runny lotions). You will also need to be able to shower or wash beforehand. So round up a cotton washcloth or whatever you use to exfoliate your skin (sponge and other product, etc.), soap, any moisturizer you may want to use, your self-tanning product, disposable clear gloves, a nail brush, a ball cap, hair pins or accessories to keep hair from your face, a sponge roller brush or paintbrush if you will apply product to your back, and access to a clock.

TIMING NOTE : if you are not going to use disposable gloves, you will need to wash your hands and scrub your nails every few minutes while applying the tanning product so that they don’t stain orange. Hence the need for the timer mentioned above. Be careful here....bronzers are not always easy to get out and blend in skin if you run or it goes on too thick.

WHERE – Begin with a shower or bath to remove dead, flaky and dry skin. Wash with your washcloth or exfoliation sponge, gently going in a circular motion. Special areas of focus are your knees and lower legs, your ankles and feet, and your elbows. When finished, dry yourself, including your hair, thoroughly, and get hair up off your neck. Let steam out of the room, if you’ll be continuing in there. (Remember: moisture like steam & sweat can cause the self-tanning product to run / wear off.)

MOISTURIZER STAGE : Gently rub moisturizer into the special areas of focus mentioned above (knees, ankles, etc) to prepare (prep) for the self-tanning solution. Some people apply this to the face and neck areas, too.

SELF-TANNER STAGE : Now it’s time to suit up and apply your tanning product. Note: beginners should practice on small areas first. I highly recommend this!

FIVE MINUTE LEGS : Begin by applying the tanning product to your legs. Work with one leg at a time, applying in a circular motion from top to bottom. Don’t rub it in thin. You want a good even coat. For feet and ankles, go ahead and apply a little thinner coat. You can skip sides of feet, toes and heels or go lighter here or mix in moisturizer a little for easier coverage (knees, too). (If you are not using gloves, work quickly and check the timer to wash up when finished with this stage).

FIVE MINUTE UPPER BODY : Continue applying the product upwards in circular motion. Most prefer to cover the torso first, using a roller brush or paintbrush on the back, then continue with the arms. If it’s taking a while to cover all areas and you’re not using gloves, remember to check the clock and wash hands and nails thoroughly before continuing. (Treat elbows as you did knees).

FIVE MINUTE NECK-UP : Time to finish up with the neck, face, ears, nose, cheeks. “Go thin” is the motto for these areas.

DRYING STAGE : Now it’s time for drying. Wait at least 30 minutes before coming into contact with anything. Stand and read or sit on the edge of a chair and enjoy computer games, television, a friendly phone chat or something. After 30 minutes, you can wear loose clothing. Skip the jeans scene, though, and other tighter clothing for around one to two hours. Check your specific product instructions for guidelines.

FOLLOW UP STAGE : Keep in mind different products have different drying times, so you don’t want to get wet, even by sweating, for at least three hours. Depending upon the tanning product and your skin and genetics, you will want to wash & exfoliate the dry, flaky, dead skin cells and re-apply product every few days or so. Check your product for guidelines and monitor your skin for any rashes or other irritations that could develop.

My personal favorite? Spray on tanning is quick and easy to follow instructions! In a few hours your look and feel better!

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Body Wraps...Do they work?

Do you have unwanted cellulite, or are you wanting to drop a few inches and looking for the way to go about it? What do you do? I can answer this for you in 2 words..."body wrap!" What is body wrapping and how does it work? Most women I talk to always want to know if they will notice a difference? I've often wondered that myself until recently, a coworker went in for a body wrap and was excited to see how many inches she dropped in a matter of hours! She was so pleased with the terrific results that she bought a package to go back for repeat visits to pamper herself.

Let's face it, we women love to get pampered but rarely ever take the time to pamper ourselves. We get caught in the hustle and bustle of family, work, and everything else that we often neglect ourselves. As a younger mother when my children were young I never did anything for "me" because I was too busy playing the role of mommy and wife. In society today, we tend to have a new spin or outlook (if you will) and finally us moms are making "me" time! Going to the spa or salon for a body wrap will make you feel so much better, and it is relaxing for a few hours. Every woman needs to feel good!

Many spas and salons offer a process called “body wrapping.” This procedure claims to remove inches from the waist, thighs, hips or other parts of the body. Tell me,...who doesn't think that sounds amazing? The process includes the use of special wraps or clothing and can sometimes be used with special lotions or creams that are applied to the skin. Customers are usually told that they can lose “inches” as opposed to pounds and that fat will melt away bringing about a loss of inches in about an hour. One of the claims is that wrapping will work because cellulite is “water logged fatty tissue.”

What do these wraps consist of?

Most medical experts agree that such treatment will cause a loss of inches and perhaps pounds due to profuse perspiration. But the reductions are temporary. The fluid is soon replaced by drinking or eating.

Remember, rapid and excessive fluid loss is potentially dangerous because it can bring on severe dehydration and can upset the balance of important electrolytes in the body. Reputable spas are aware of any potential hazards such as this, so do your homework and select a spa with a good reputation.

Some people have tried using “plastic wrap” as body wrap material. In fact, that was a very popular practice several decades ago.

Body wrapping has evolved since those days, becoming much more sophisticated. Prices for a body wrap range anywhere from $40 an hour up to as much as several thousand dollars at some of the upscale spas.

Some advertising claims that body wrapping will eliminate, or at the least reduce, cellulite but we’ll leave that up to you to determine. What we can tell you is that visiting a spa or salon for body wrapping may be a wonderfully rejuvenating experience, leaving you rested, relaxed and refreshed.

Isn't it about time you did something for you?

Help to achieve inch loss, cellulite reduction and improves appearance of skin tone.
Using a unique blend of essential oils and the traditional method of bandage compression, the treatment removes toxins from the fatty tissue and creates a loss of inches around the body contours.The results could mean that you drop a dress size!! If the surface of the skin is bumpy and uneven from cellulite, the contour wrap will smooth out the skins surface and dramatically improve its appearance. This can be a great confidence booster for you to show your legs off in the summer.

How long does it last?

This is up to you. If you follow the after care and advice given to you from your therapist, the inch loss can last up to 28 days. The quicker you put the toxins back into your diet the quicker the inches creep back on. Healthy eating will result in a longer lasting inch loss. It is a myth that if you have a glass of water after the treatment, you put the inches back on.

What should I expect?

Expect to wear a bikini so the treatment can be applied to the whole body

Expect that you may not be able to have the treatment due to contra-indications-please consult your therapists before booking

Expect to follow strict after care advice at home after the treatment

Prepare to be wrapped in bandages and to relax for one hour

Please shower before coming to the clinic for this treatment.

The therapist will carry out skin brushing to prepare your skin for this treatment

Burning Calories....Shedding Inches and Pounds

If I've said it a thousand times I'll say it again....Avoid “fad” diets! They don't help, in fact you will probably put all the weight back on plus additional weight.  If you don’t believe me, ask your doctor about these: negative calorie diets, extremely low calorie diets, low carb diets, and any other type of “fad” diet that is unbalanced and so unhealthy.

Changing your diet should be a matter of wanting and choosing a healthier life style. Do research on foods and what they have in them, or have a sister like I do who is a molecular biologist. Every time I used to put something in my mouth she would say to me "Michele, do you want to know what that stuff is made of?"...then she would proceed to make a face and roll her eyes funny. It made me wonder what really was in the crap I was eating? I honestly had no idea. My suggestion....Learn all you can about different foods and nutrition. The more you know the easier it is to implement healthy nutrition in your diet.

Pretty much anything you do will help you burn calories. This includes walking up and down your own stairs, vacuuming the floors, running errands to the store or moderate play with your pet. Most of us want to know to burn the calories more efficiently, and how to burn more calories overall.

It’s important to reiterate that we burn calories at virtually all times, and you can choose other activities to increase calorie burn. Increasing the amount of time you walk anywhere will help you burn more calories. For instance, taking the stairs at work instead of the elevator will be a better method for using up calories. Parking  a distance from stores or your office  gives you another chance to burn some more calories.

Here are 20 easy tips to help you begin to curve the appetite, cut calories, and burn fat! You'll feel better and your body will thank you!

1.

Substitute fruit purees for butter or margarine. They are easy to prepare in a food processor and will significantly reduce calories and fat.

2.

Cheese is good for you, but the fat is not. Try this: Zap cheese in the microwave and drain off grease.

3.

Exercising before you eat just makes you hungrier. Exercise AFTER eating when the body has to work harder to digest food.

4.

Don’t eat while watching television. You can become so engrossed in your program that don’t realize how much you are eating...or if you do, like I do, use the thigh master. It works I have dropped 6 inches from my waist and thighs in  2 weeks.

5.

Too many people skip breakfast. Eat in the morning when the body burns more calories. I never did this before and once I started I was able to eat more and burn the calories just the same as if I didn't eat, plus, your body needs energy and without it and a lot of fluids you'll dehydrate and your metabolism will get all out of whack!

6.

Water mixed with fructose suppresses appetite better than glucose with water or diet drinks. Drink a glass of orange juice one half to one hour before a meal.

7.

Avoid trans fatty acids. Use olive, corn or canola oil when cooking.

8.

Switch from whole to skim milk. All the nutrients are there without the fat. Okay, at least cut back to low fat!

9.

Limit yourself to just four egg yolks a week.

10.

Trim all fat from meats before cooking. You’ll be amazed at how much you reduce your fat intake if you take this one small step.

11.

Eliminate fried foods. Do we need to say why? Hello fatty thighs and buttocks!

12.

Cream sauces like alfredo and hollandaise are loaded with fat. Use tomato based sauces instead of cream. If you have to have the creamy sauces, limit your intake!

13.

Use lemon juice or low sodium soy sauce for flavor. BACKOFF the SALT! Sooooo bad for you and your sodium level will go through the roof!

14.

Don’t skip meals. When you do, you eat more at your next meal and usually eat the wrong foods.

15.

Read labels – Don't you want to know what your putting into your mouth? This means check fat, sugar and carb content.

16.

Stop buying on impulse. NEVER EVER EVER shop for groceries without a list!

17.

Avoid shopping when you are hungry – eat first! This is where 58% of the unwanted calories come from.

18.

Shop for groceries once a week and only buy from your prepared list. Not only will you keep your waistline trim, but your wallet too!

19.

Head directly to the fruit and vegetable aisles when you enter the grocery store. Fill up your basket in these aisles and you’ll be less likely to buy binge food.

20.

If you have a local “farmers market” where you can buy your fruits and veggies off the truck, by all means do so. They’ll be fresher and tastier. I loveeee fresh veggies....and farmers markets are the best!

Simply Delicious Lingerie to Sell SeventilMidnight Lingerie

Over the years, the babydoll has been called sassy, seductive, sexy and sophisticated Finding a babydoll that combines the sexuality of a woman’s body with an innocent girl style isn't always an easy task. It is enough to drive any man crazy and make you feel awesome. Sure it is a bit of a tease, but isn't that what you're aiming for if you are looking for that particular one? The babydoll has a built in bra on the top with a flowing lose fitting material around the bottom. The flowing material gives it that little girl style. The Baby Doll concept is nothing new by any means and has been worn for decades. Some babydoll outfits were actually clothing and not as revealing yet sexy back in the 50s and 60s. This was a popular outfit for beach movies for many years. It was that cute and sassy look that the men adored and women wanted. Not to mention that most women wore babydoll pajamas as little girls. So to think they have left the style market is wrong.

The style for women today is that of a short nightgown with formed cups with a loose fitting skirt. Some come with their own matching panties or you can purchase them separately. They come in an array of fabrics and colors. They also can have many adornments such as bows, lace or ruffles. Some styles have sleeves of some type or spaghetti straps. There are plenty to choose from and you won’t be disappointed. Most of the sexier types are made of chiffon or sheer cloth or mesh. These are definitely more geared towards intimate apparel verses a sexy cute pair or pajamas. They do come in other fabrics such as silk, satin and synthetic blends for a more versatile function. No matter what design you choose it will surely be pleasing for you and your partner.

When buying that perfect piece of babydoll  lingerie remember to buy what makes you feel sexy. Yup that's right, YOU! You are the one who has to wear it so make sure it feels good. If you feel sexy, the man in your life will find you sexy as well. Go with a sheer design that is flowing to hide any flaws you might be insecure about. If you feel more comfortable go with bright or darker colors. If your Baby Doll lingerie comes with a pair of panties, you may want to purchase a couple of extras in different styles. A great pair to have is the boy-cut style that you can wear the G-string under. This boy-cut panty will add the sweet and sexy nature of it in general and then can be removed to show of the sexy G-string.

Choose a length that works for you. It doesn't have to be super short. If you have a long torso than you will want to go with the regular length or longer if you want it to graze your hips. For those women with shorter torsos then you will want a shorter cut or regular length for hitting the hips. Depending on what type of women you are, you will want to look at whether you like the plain sheer look or want any frills. Many Baby Doll outfits have a slight ruffle on the bottom and/or shoulders. You can also go with a full lace or lace just around the breasts and bottom.

At Simply Delicious Lingerie, we are getting ready to launch our new product line in our store with high quality merchandise that is made to accentuate every woman and her curves. It is classy, and deserves attention as we are quite proud to introduce this private label to our stores. The best news is going to be the new prices! Stay tuned and see what unravels next...as we introduce to you, SeventilMidnight.

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