Showing posts with label Lifestyle and Travel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lifestyle and Travel. Show all posts

12/10/2020

 

Before the digital media age, posters played a tremendous role in shaping modern society. Posters first came into existence in the mid-19th century, and graphic designers have displayed their talents in various fashions.

 

Simplistic designs, propaganda pieces, and symbolic images have been utilized to transform opinions of the masses. Although modern technology has shifted the medium of artistic design, posters still have a coveted place in American history.

 

A museum paying homage to the poster seems long overdue, and there's finally a place to browse through the most influential designs. Let’s put America’s first-ever poster museum underneath the microscope and see what future visitors can expect.

12/08/2020

 

The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you can’t wait for it to finally arrive – welcome to the club, you aren’t the only one here! We’ve made a list of five perfect business accessories every man would love to have, so stay with us to learn more about them. Just keep on reading, check them out, and make your Christmas shopping experience much more pleasant this year!

12/02/2020

 


Life mid-COVID-19 has changed the way people do their routines, especially in skincare. These days, most people are washing their hands or using hand sanitizer more frequently. They are also wearing face masks constantly - whether they're out for work, doing necessary grocery runs, or seeing friends for a socially distanced lunch.


These new measures are meant to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but they can take a toll on your skin. So apart from prioritizing skin care routines like skin tightening, more people are adding to their routines to counteract the effects of masks, alcohol, and hand sanitizers.


Apart from learning new hobbies during COVID-19, developing a new (if not better) skincare routine is essential. Here are some routines to keep in mind during the pandemic.

10/24/2020


If you look around you, you're likely to see people smoking cigarettes. People start smoking to fill their needs, out of curiosity, or because of peer pressure. Some say smoking gives more energy while others smoke when they are upset, stressed, bored, or happy. Despite the obvious health risks, there are still millions of people around the world who smoke cigarettes even though it is now required by the law to label cigarette packages with a warning about the bad side effects as a result of smoking.


Did you know that around 1,000 infants died annually because of smoking during pregnancy? Over 2 million nonsmoker adults died because of secondhand smoke. Numerous health problems caused by secondhand smoke in adults and children include coronary heart disease, severe asthma attacks, stroke, and even sudden infant death syndrome. Smokers already know that once you start smoking, it can be very hard to stop. This is the main reason why snus (oral tobacco) and nicotine pouch is used in smoking cessation. 

10/22/2020

9/30/2020

If you have wealthy friends who have a baby, it can be hard to decide what to get them as a gift, as more than likely, the baby will not want for anything. However, there are plenty of excellent presents that you can give that will show how much you care and be appreciated by the new parents. Below are some of the most suitable gifts you can give a newborn baby that has everything that both they and the parents are going to love.

Baby Gift Hampers

An ideal gift for a baby and its new parents is a baby gift hampers, and you can find many newborn baby hampers online. These types of hampers contain many items that a baby is going need and a lot of them! These hampers may contain nappies, a swaddling cloth, baby powder, and a variety of other items including toys. You can also custom design your gift hamper to ensure that is has everything the new baby and parents require.

9/22/2020


Bellevue is nestled between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish in the Eastside part of King County, Washington. Its name was a derivative of the French word for “beautiful view”. In a fine weather day, scenic views of mountains can be seen from hilltops and high-rise buildings in the city. If you choose to settle in Bellevue, you would have the advantage of living in a progressive city while still being close to nature with its abundance of nature parks and trails. There’s a lot to experience in the city. From shopping in Bellevue Square to kayaking in Mercer Slough.


Whether it’s a hot day in July, or a cold winter day in January, you won’t run out of things to do in Bellevue. If you are an extreme sports enthusiast, the city has a wide collection of skate parks. You may also visit the Aquatic Center that offers a wide variety of recreational and therapeutic swimming options.


8/26/2020


Of late, waist trainers are becoming very popular, and there are good reasons for this. Even though they are designed to look and feel like corsets, waist trainers offer additional benefits. Top on the list of these benefits is the ability to do a slimming of the waistline or allow women to have an hourglass figure.

 

As hinted earlier, waist trainers are designed to be similar to corsets, but corsets became less popular over time because they offer minimal comfort and can even lead to health issues. With a waist trainer from Sculptshe, the user can have a reduction in the circumstance or size of the waist.


It is so good that the change is noticed immediately, and the user does not even have to wait for a long period before seeing the change. Of course, if you want o remains your attractive figure, you can wear  best shapewear for tummyand waist under your outfits for work or daily life.


For millions of women across the globe, achieving that impressive hourglass figure is a very important one. If you are a lady and you want to instantly have that much-desired hourglass shape and figure, your best bet will be to wear a waist trainer. Doing so is going to instantly transform your shape into that of an hourglass. But again, that should not stop you from doing all that is necessary to lose weight if necessary with a plus size waist trainer – or even going for a diet plan.



Another advantage that comes with the use of a waist trainer is that you come up with a better and much-improved posture. But even at that, you need to ensure that you do not over wear the trainer. By over wearing a waist trainer, you are going to end up weakening your core muscles, which will trigger pain in the lower back and even worsen your posture.



Getting postpartum support is another reason why women go for waist trainers. After giving birth, women need some structure that can provide support to their abdominal muscles, and that is where these trainers come into the picture.

8/24/2020


If you are planning to tie the knot in 2020, you will no doubt wish to end the year on a positive note, what with the emergence of COVID-19 and the global pandemic, and if you are looking for wedding ring designs that are trendy, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will take a look at some of the popular wedding band designs that are being seen at wedding ceremonies this year.


Three Stone Setting

Imagine a thick band with a central and two smaller stones, one on each side, and you have a very attractive wedding ring design. With either a channel or bezel setting, the stones will be very secure. Rather than searching for the ideal wedding ring, you can discuss designs with a well-known custom jeweller, who would be able to create a truly unique ring, and the cost would be comparable to buying a ring off the jeweller’s shelf.

7/29/2020

There are many benefits to having a built-in vacuum. No cords, less mess, more power, and an easier clean. It’s a convenient, high-performing, versatile, and all-around great value. Plus, it even helps to improve the indoor air quality of your house. If you haven’t yet considered upgrading to a built-in vacuum, we urge you to do so. For over three decades, at Gary’s Vacuflo, we’ve been making a difference in homes all around the Portland area by installing built-in vacuum systems.

You may be asking yourself what a built-in vacuum is. Essentially, it’s a vacuum that’s located in a central location in your home but works throughout all the rooms in your house, with pipes running through the interior walls. These pipes connect to the central unit of the system, which is stationary, meaning you’ll never have to lug a heavy portable vacuum around ever again.

Wondering how a built-in vacuum works? Let us explain it to you. There are four main components to a built-in vacuum that work together to function.

7/15/2020

As the future is still uncertain with positive cases for COVID-19 rising every day, a lot of businesses have employed a lot of innovative ways to keep their operations running. While some have found success, some haven’t and since closed operations due to the pandemic. 


Especially for the real estate industry, it’s a struggle to fully adapt to the digital world as face-to-face transactions are vital. However, if BellaVita can do it, you can do it too. 



Skateboarding is considered one of the most exciting sports. Searching for the right skateboard can be a daunting task for the beginner because of its various styles, different shapes, and looks.


If you’re puzzled about what type of skateboard is best for beginners, you’re at the right place. We’ve made your trouble easy by preparing this guideline to buy the right type of skateboard according to the needs of your kid or yourself.


Keep reading the whole article to know the pros and cons of different skateboards so that you can decide the right one within your budget.

7/14/2020

Your child is growing up and soon will be responsible for managing more aspects of their life. As they enter the workforce, finances become an important aspect of their emergent adulthood. You can help them navigate these increasing responsibilities and more adult realities by finding the best checking account for teens.

These accounts maximize savings while minimizing risk as your teen learns financial responsibility. Teach them the benefits of saving, building credit, paying bills, and responsibly managing cash flow while safeguarding them from overspending. As your teen learns financial independence, ease their uncertainties by looking for these optimal features.

7/01/2020


The Philippines has a rich history, going back hundreds of years. The cuisine of this archipelago has been infused by the many cultures the islands have been influenced by over the years. Because of this colorful past, their food is as unique as it is rich with a dizzying array of flavors. From complex and umami to sweet and cloying, it's no wonder that time and time again, Filipino cuisine is the talk of food lovers.


But every meal is completed, nay perfected, by the condiments that seal in its flavors. If you want to know what makes Filipino food so enticing, you have to get acquainted with these four condiments.


  1. Soy Sauce

Brought to the Philippines by Chinese, soy sauce is probably the most recognizable ingredient to come out of East Asia. Soy sauce is ubiquitous in Filipino cooking, often employed in dishes that are wildly removed in a culinary sense from the Chinese origins of the sauce.


Notable dishes that incorporate soy sauce include the world-famous adobo, where it's used to marinate the tender meats. It's also used to marinate Filipino-style steak, commonly known as bistek. When infused with sliced green chili and onions, it's a dipping sauce for various fried food, such as crispy pork cutlets. This makes soy sauce a must-have in a Filipino kitchen.


  1. Bagoong

This pungent but umami delicacy is one of the Philippine's most unique products. Generally, it refers to a variety of fermented condiments made of either anchovies or crustaceans, such as shrimp and crab. The seafood is washed and packed in salt and left to ferment anywhere between one to three months. The resulting paste has a number of uses.


For example, Barrio Fiesta's sweet bagoong is often used as a dipping sauce for unripe mangoes, the umami of the bagoong bringing out the sourness of the fruit. Bagoong is also a key ingredient in kare-kare, a savory stew made of peanut sauce, oxtail, and various vegetables.


  1. Vinegar

You will never find a Filipino kitchen that doesn't have a bottle of vinegar. The sour liquid is sometimes made of rice wine and even infused with spices such as red chilies and onions to give it a more complex flavor. Vinegar is amazingly versatile as an ingredient in Filipino cooking.


First, it's used as a dipping sauce, usually with chopped onions, for vegetable rolls and the local variety of sausages. Vinegar is also used in cooking adobo, providing the sourness of the dish. It's also the key ingredient in kilawin, a local delicacy made of raw fish. The acidity of the vinegar cooks the fish without heat, making it the Philippine counterpart to ceviche.


  1. Calamansi

This small green citrus fruit is native to the archipelago and at home in any Philippine dinner table. The calamansi has a unique flavor, tarter than lemon and not as tangy as lime. Filipinos use calamansi to marinate meats, such as beef and pork steaks, infusing them with its sour but savory flavor. Calamansi is also used to add more tanginess to individual dishes, such as rice porridge, various noodle-based meals, and combined with other sauces for dips and marinades.


If you're curious about how to use these condiments, you should take the time to learn a few Filipino recipes. So long as you remember to stock up on these different sauces and delicacies, you can get the flavor perfectly.

6/29/2020


No matter how old your kids are, vacationing with them is one of the best things in the world! If you’re going on vacation with your loved ones, it doesn’t matter where you’re going, how long you’re staying there, and how luxurious your accommodation is – you’re all together, and that’s the only thing that matters. But, if you want to go all in and show your kids what luxury looks like, opting for a cruise is the way to go. If that’s something you’d like to do as well, here are five ways to take your yacht charter vacation to an even higher level.

6/24/2020


When traveling, it is usually helpful to possess an inventory of the travel essentials you will want to pack for your vacation, whether it's your first time traveling or not. I don't travel that much since my husband works abroad. Family travel happens only every two years but I do visit my parents and travel with my daughter from time to time for a short period of time also once a year. So I make sure to have a comprehensive travel checklist that covers must-haves to an inventory of toiletries and other kinds of stuff. 

You can refer to this travel packing tips as your trip gets closer to inform you exactly what to pack, whether you’re planning a weekend vacation, or maybe a long-term around the world adventure. 

I'll give you the ideas on must-have items you may want to pack that you wish to enjoy in your vacation and travel essentials that make your trip run more smoothly.

6/23/2020


Many assisted living communities proudly serve veteran residents. We know that you honorably served our country, and now it’s our turn to take pride in serving you. In order to do that, we want to make sure you spend your retirement years enjoying the quality of life that you deserve.

That’s why senior living communities like Bridgewater Assisted Living provides veteran’s assistance for assisted living. We feel your finances shouldn’t be a barrier to receiving top-of-the-line treatment and house or high-quality care. So let us help you understand what you need to know about using your veteran’s assistance to live where you’d like to call home.


Watching a loved one grow older and go through the physical and mental challenges that come with age is often difficult. In fact, senior living comes with many difficulties, both for the older people in our lives and the people responsible for their caretaking. That may be you. If so, Solterra understands the complex decision you’re facing, and we’re here to help.

You may be asking yourself, “What options are there for assisted living near me?” Solterra can help you answer that question. We’ll walk you through the process of researching assisted living homes and determining which option is best for you or your loved one. This is an important decision and one we know you don’t want to take lightly. So here are some ways to research and find the best assisted living options near you.

6/11/2020




Is your beard game lacking, or you’re looking to give your beard an extra boost? Then look no further for our top tips for a great-looking beard. Men’s grooming has become a beauty trend, with many mainstream brands finally catering to men’s beauty needs. When it comes to caring for your beard, you may think that just a simple wash ‘n go will suffice, but if you really want the best out of your beard, you need to invest in some beard care products.

5/28/2020


Some people travel because of the spectacular landscapes they want to tick off their bucket lists. Others travel to the destinations they saw in some of their favorite movies or TV shows, such as the people who opt for an Outlander tour in Scotland. There are certainly those people who travel only because of the exotic and indulgent white sandy beaches that a certain place offers. Yet there are those people who travel to a specific location solely because of the local cuisine, and truth be told, this might be the most authentic trip that one can make. Gourmands worldwide spend a lot of their time exploring different cuisines in their hometowns and online, and plenty of them plan their next trip based on its cuisine. If you’re one of those people, or perhaps you want to be and are looking for the next travel destination based on the specialties that you can eat there, look no more, but choose one of these five options: