Talk To Your Teen

Sat, 19 May 2012 04:36:11 -0700

One of the hardest parts of life is growing up. Teenagers arefaced with decision-making, responsibility, and choices,everything adults have to face on a daily basis. Life getsoverwhelming at times and we all need someone to depend on. Whobetter to depend on for support, then a parent?I can remember when I was a teenager. I played sports, had a lotof friends, but I also felt depressed at times, experimentedwith alcohol, and struggled to keep my grades up. I had a hardtime trusting people; I thought no one understood me. I oftenwonder how different my teen years would have been like if I wasreached out to more. What if I was talked to and not at?Communication is key in any relationship. Talk to your teenabout their day; ask them if they are having any frustrationswith school or their friends. Talk to them about drugs, alcoholand sex, because those are issues they are faced with all thetime. Sharing your experiences as a teen with your child opensup a whole new world to th...

The Making of a Mini-Model

Fri, 18 May 2012 04:28:32 -0700

Baby modeling isn't an exclusive art - nor is it as potentiallyfraught with danger as modeling opportunities for older childrenor adults.Unlike modeling aspirations of someone older - a teenager or anadult - a baby-modeling career doesn't demand that the tiny onestand out among the crowd. She or he doesn't have to have thepearliest smile, the greatest physique, the wiggliest walk orany of those accoutrements that older model wanna-be's must haveto be chosen from the ranks of the competitive hordes. After all, how many babies do you see that aren't just downright adorable? Yours certainly, isn't that right? As for danger, you're right there with your little tyke as sheor he goes through the motions, or words, or as she or anotherholds him. Your infant or toddler is protected by those who havethe most vested interests in his or her protection - mom anddad. So how do you get your baby started in a modeling career? Or atleast a few modeling gigs? First, your baby must get...

Shih Tzu - For The Love Of Dogs

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:34:03 -0700

I have wondered just who are the ancestors of the shih tzu. Likeall other dog breeds, shih tzu ancestors most likely come fromfive choices: Grey Wolf, Golden Jackal, Coyote, African WildDog. It is hard to imagine our little shih tzu baby dolls hasany of these wild characters in their background. According toresearchers, all canines have their roots in one of these fivecategories. I don't think I could ever be in love with a reallive wolf or a coyote. A coyote makes those strange sounding"howls." I have some shih tzu that have a howl sound rather thana bark.Out of the five groups, wolves and dogs share of chartedbehavioral patterns, more than any other two canid species. Mythinking is then probably most breeds as we know them today havethe wolf as its ancestor. The fact that the shih tzu hasancestors in the wolf family, however, does not thrill me in theleast. I cannot imagine sharing my bed with a real live wolf.The shih tzu faces are so sweet and innocent. A lot ...

Dogs, Cats, And Horses... We Love Them All!

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:35:03 -0700

We have a long history with domesticated animals and even thenay Sayers can't deny their roll in society past and present. There is evidence that as long as , years ago the NativeAmericans had domesticated dogs as depicted in early rockpaintings. Apparently, the dogs in the painting look remarkablylike the Carolina dogs of today. It has been well documented that dogs and horses of past havebeen bred to assist us in various ways whether it be pack dog,work horse, hunter or herder. There is no doubt that they havevalue and have contributed to society in many ways. The cat however is a very interesting animal indeed. I have yetto see a cat that can herd, or help with the hunt or carrysupplies on their backs for us. The cat is strictly a companionto us, that is if they decide to allow you to be graced withtheir presence. Most cats still have that strong hunting urge asevidenced by your cats offering of that bird he just caught ormouse he brings to you. Most cats get at...

Fashion Jewellery – What’S Hot For 2009

Tue, 15 May 2012 04:36:06 -0700

Jewellery is like anything else in fashion, it changes with the seasons. was all about wearing less jewellery but making bold statements with one or two show-stopping pieces. Statement jewellery looks like being big in as well but now we're talking even bigger and bolder. Geometric shapes and ethnic-inspired pieces are really big this year, with an emphasis on rich, bold colours. Prominent stones and gems are also very popular in this year's collections so it could be time to dust off some of your Mum's old chunky diamante jewellery and hit the streets. Here's our complete low down on what's hot in the world of