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Falling and Staying in Love

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Carl McKever Posted in Lifestyle .

Falling and Staying in LoveLove is a common word we hear every day. Love is equated to so many things. As you may have heard the famous cliché, we sometimes look for love in all the wrong places. What is love? What should I love? Is too much love a dangerous thing? Merriam-Webster defines love as a strong assurance of affection. I can say I love you, but if you’re not strongly affected in any way, love cannot be perceived from such words. Hugs, kisses, random talk, and spending time with someone all falls under the meaning of love.

In today’s society, it’s very easy to fall in love, but staying in love is where the game begins. Some fall in love at first sight while others fall in love as time progresses and they learn new things about the person or thing they admire. Love comes in categories. The four categories of love are Storge, Philia, Eros, and Agape. In order to reach an area in your life where you remain in love, you have to reach the agape level. Think about your favorite food or dessert for a moment. When I was young, I enjoyed candy apples. I would help my mother bake them and glaze them in the wee parts of the afternoon. Putting on the peanuts was my favorite part. It took a while for me to love candy apples. Once I gained an agape love for them, I began doing anything I could to obtain one or a few. I hope this blog post achieves the very same thing you are seeking for.

To begin, one must understand that “love” and “hurt” cannot mix just like light and darkness cannot. They are separate entities. Many times, people can accept hurt as a form of love. In my childhood years, they called it tough love; the child that got kicked out of his parent’s house and forced to live on his/her own. True love is not tough and it shouldn’t hurt. True love requires sacrifice, not hurt. If someone tells you about your actions and how you are hurting them, you’ll change or make progress to change if you love them. If not, you’ll continue hurting them. Love is sacrifice and will be discussed when I talk about agape love.

Secondly, you must love yourself. You cannot love anything or any person until you love yourself. Love what God created you to be from the inside out. Many times, we focus on the physical appearance and if we don’t look the part or fit in with the crowd, we feel we’re rejected and not loved. Loving you starts on the inside. Take a moment to sit down and write down all the things you like about yourself; your gifts, your smile, your skills, and so forth. There’s always something you can love about yourself if you try really hard to think about it; even if it’s small.

Falling and Staying in LoveThirdly, find a reason to love. When you find the reason to love, find out if it’s healthy or detrimental to your emotional health. Your joy and self-esteem interprets your view and mindset on the things around you. Ask yourself – why do I love this? How does loving this benefit me? Love is give and take. The giving is the sacrifice and the taking is the benefit you receive from loving. It’s a two-way street and if both parties aren’t making “love” work, it won’t be successful.

In closing, make the sacrifice to achieve love! Sometimes, you’ll be placed into circumstances where you have to agree to disagree and give up the right for the wrong. A mother’s birth is the best example. Though she didn’t agree with the pain and procedure to bring you into the world, she loved you so much that she was willing to sacrifice. What are you willing to give up today to show your love? Would you give up money and time? Would you give up some selfish ways and become selfless to others? Once you make the sacrifice to love, love yourself, and find a reason for loving, you can fall and remain in love with anybody and anything. It’s a process, but it’s worthwhile in the end!

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Dating Tips for College Students (Part Two)

Posted on February 9, 2014 by kejohns323 Posted in Lifestyle .

Once in a while, in the midst of the ‘flirtationships’, the hang outs and million calls, you meet someone who you just know is your future. (author unknown)

In the first part of this article, I expressed the notion of taking it slow in a romantic relationship. Doing this gives you the chance to evaluate your desires and expectations for a relationship. More importantly, it can help you get to know your person of interest and this is the essence of flirting done right. You gain mutual interest with a person you like, you get acquainted, and somewhere along the line, you find your lifelong partner! Just about every pop culture magazine and publication has ideas and advice for flirting with others (Just google something to the extent of “ways to flirt”). Though here are some basics:

  • Make eye contact and smile. They are basic ways to show and express interest.
  • Be casual in conversation with your love interest. Compliment them, and try not talk about yourself or complain too much.
  • Leave them wanting more. Leave a conversation before hitting an awkward pause. Let them know you enjoyed your interaction and hint at doing it again.
  • Be confident and be yourself. There’s just something about confidence that’s sexy. Some tips suggest some extra primping or practicing your looks and moves before facing your interest. If you can, perhaps even listen to a favorite song or two to pump you up. And put aside the negativity in your mind. You are an awesome, likeable, interesting person!

Here are some more advice articles on flirting:

http://www.wikihow.com/Flirt

http://thesinglewomanguide.com/how-to-flirt-9-effortless-ways-to-flirt-with-a-man/

http://sibg.com/flirting-101/

http://dating.lovetoknow.com/List_of_101_Ways_to_Flirt

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4 Discount Fragrances for Women Who Love to Travel

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Toast Pop Posted in Style .

Travelling is a great activity you can give yourself. It’s one of the best investments you can buy with your hard-earned money. Of course in every place you’ve been, you want to be reminded of the culture, the surroundings and the food. Believe it or not, there are discount fragrances for women that will remind you of what it’s like being in those places one more time.

Venezia by Laura Biagiotti

A romantic place filled with culture and passion, Venice is revived through Laura Biagiotti’s Venezia for women. Inspired by Saint George’s bell tower located in Venice, Venezia’s bottle is designed after the said tower in burgundy and gold combination. Enormously popular in the 1990s, this fragrance has been well-loved by women who enjoy themselves spraying a spicy, woody, warm and oriental scent. On top of that, the Venezia is accentuated with juicy Italian fruits such as plums and peaches. Add vanilla and that’s an extremely seductive perfume you don’t want to miss.

Parisienne by Yves Saint Laurent

Bonjour Mademoiselle! Reminisce the streets of Paris with its quaint cafes, must-have macaroons, opulent designer shops and of course the romantic view of the Eiffel Tower. A woman who tavelled to Paris knows that being in the place of love and fashion means living the life of the chic and daring. A confident woman struts her way to Paris – she’s confident and definitely in control. Parisienne is highly feminine with sensual notes of sandalwood, rose and blackberry.

Laila by Geir Ness

Nature and the freshness of flowers – these are the elements Laila by Geir Ness brings. You are lucky to be one of the few who experienced the cleanliness and radiance of Norwegian mountains. His mother as his inspiration, Geir Ness bottled Laila to create a mesmerizing fragrance that combines wildflowers found in the Norwegian mountains plus fruity essences that truly capture a woman’s femininity and grace. It’s simple, clean and unmistakably Norway.

Bond No. 9 So New York

City lights, fashion and metropolitan culture – New York is just the place to be. It’s the place that stays awake from sun up to sun down. Don’t forget your experience of hailing their famous yellow taxis, skyscrapers as well as hot chocolates and coffees all day. Bond No. 9 So New York encapsulates the day-to-day living in the Big Apple. Its scent is so much different from your usual floral or fruity women’s fragrance as you will be reminded of New York’s finest decadent desserts, frothy lattes and chocolate goodies. The scent also adds a kick of cocoa powder, espresso accord and hints of spices to warm up that delicious scent of New York.

Travelling is an essential part of your lifestyle, so don’t forget to bring any of these discount fragrances from Beauty Encounter when you travel. Looking for handy fragrances? You might just win a set of miniature Dior or Calvin Klein fragrances from Beauty Encounter. All you have to do is visit their Facebook page to know more about this month’s giveaway.

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The Lizzie Bennet Diaries: Pride and Prejudice Meets the Present

Posted on May 25, 2013 by kejohns323 Posted in Books, Pop Culture .

Lizzie Bennet Logo“It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” This is the line that begins the timeless Jane Austen classic Pride and Prejudice. Most literary critics would think of this line as a reflection (or a satire) upon relational values of Jane Austen’s time and place in history, but to the average reader, it sets the premise of the love story it is today known to be. However you read Jane Austen, this year celebrates two hundred years of existence for Pride and Prejudice. Perhaps it’s a truth universally acknowledged now that a lot has changed in society since Austen wrote it. Being so far removed from Austen’s time in this day and age certainly puts a damper on fully understanding this beloved classic, but The Lizzie Bennet Diaries brings it all to the twenty-first century.

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries portrays the Austen classic in a very contemporary way, and still remains true to the tale. It is a one hundred episode blog series on Youtube that is hosted by the headstrong, independent Lizzie Bennet. In each short episode she unfolds a dramatic scene from Pride and Prejudice with her intelligent best friend, Charlotte Wu; her perfect sister, Jane; their wild-child sister, Lydia; their restless, southern-bell mother and aloof father; the rich and sweet Dr. Bing Li, and many other characters from the novel. Whether you’re a fan of Jane Austen, or you’re trying to understand what’s going on in Pride and Prejudice, it is fun, enjoyable, and easy for anyone to follow. The modern aspect is a big help in understanding the plot and dated references.

Though rich, single men may not always be seeking marriage these days; nor might unusual women be anxious to snatch them up, The Lizzie Bennet Diaries bridges the two century time span to enlighten and entertain students and lovers of classic literature. All the modern aspects of the series, like the web-blogging medium, the colorful characters, and the pop culture craving for drama, are tuned to reflect the classic novel, which makes great entertainment for the literary enthusiast, a wonderful supplement or resource for studying Pride and Prejudice. The Lizzie Bennet Diaries introduces the classic to modern times.

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Tamagochi L.I.F.E

Posted on March 29, 2013 by kejohns323 Posted in Tech .

Who reading this post remembers the Tamagochi? It was one of the earliest forms of virtual pet-keeping in the nineties, characterized by an incessantly beeping little creature that lived in a little pedometer-like gadget. As awesome as they were when tamagochiwe were kids, you probably never got it to shut up or it died within a few days. Whether you loved it or left it, the Tamagochi has made its return as a free smartphone app! It’s the same cyber-creature we had years ago, but with much more! Tamagochi can be enjoyed in bright new colors and graphics on the app, and it’s easier than ever care for now with a tap on the screen! You can turn off the beeping too!

The old fad has also sparked Tamagochi L.I.F.E, an online community and an eventual line of fun lifestyle products. Tamagochi L.I.F.E says that love is fun everywhere! Their trends and blogs show a few ways of how you can add lovable pizazz to your life. Fall in love with the Tamagochi all over again! Download your own app for free and check out Tamagochi L.I.F.E for the latest in lifestyle fads and products.

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Be Mine, Past and Present: A History of Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2013 by kejohns323 Posted in Pop Culture, Uncategorized .

Hearts, chocolate, candy, cute cards, roses, candlelight dinners—February 14th always brings forth compulsions with which to indulge passionate affections and expressions for a spouse, a significant other, or even a crush. Such activities are often carried through out of love for another person, which is of course the theme of this romantic holiday. However, there is a sentiment that is deeper than the confections and crafts. That is the celebration of traditional marriage.

Back in third century Rome, Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage, thinking that single men would make better soldiers compared to those with wives and families. A Catholic priest (named either Valentine or Valentinus) in the church disagreed with this sanction and performed marriages in secret. He was imprisoned when found out, but even then performed ceremonies from jail. Some legends claim he helped Christians escape from the prisons where they were tortured and beaten. It’s also been said that, in a letter written before his death to a girl he fell in love with, he supposedly signed it “from your valentine”; considerably starting the “valentine” greeting that is known today.

In the fifth century, this particular date was deemed to honor this Saint Valentine. Then, throughout the centuries, the day would become associated with love. One connection between them may have come from England and France in the Middle Ages. It was thought that birds began their mating season on that day.

Valentines can be red, pink, or cherry, but valentines celebrate the freedom to love and marry! A gift for your love is only a part of the rages, but love between two has lasted through the ages. Love is in the air, so go love the one you’re with. And maybe impress them with these fun facts if you care…

 

Valentine Fun Facts:

  • In the 1840’s the first valentines were mass produced and sold in the United States. Nowadays, 150 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged annually, making Valentine’s Day the second most popular card-sending holiday after Christmas.
  • In addition to the U.S., Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Denmark, Italy and Japan.
  • 448 million dollars are spent on candy the week before Valentine’s Day. 58 million pounds of chocolate candy are sold in that time. And about 8 billion Sweetheart candies are produced annually. Most of which are sold between January 1st and February 14th.
  •   23% of adults say they will buy flowers. Of that majority, 61% are men and 39% are women. Mixed flowers are the number one choice for flowers given on this holiday. Red roses come second, and other colored roses are third.

  Happy Valentine’s Day from ToastPop!

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Love With Food

Posted on November 19, 2012 by James Agee Posted in Food .

Love With FoodDo you love food? In the massive world of subscription food boxes it’s sometimes hard to find the box that’s right for you. Fortunately we have done the searching for you and found one monthly subscription box that is affordable and shares your passion for delicious foods.

One of the coolest parts about the Love With Food box is that they donate a meal to a hungry child each time you have a box delivered to you or a loved one. You can enjoy the food that comes in your box while knowing that you helped make a real difference. To date they have donated over 17,000 meals to children in need! That number grows every month and you get the opportunity to be a part of that.

You would think that a company that sends you tasty food every month and donates meals to those in need would have to charge a pretty big price for all of that every month. Actually, it’s only $10 a month and you can pay in advance for months to get a discounted price. That’s a really affordable subscription that anyone could enjoy.

If you like something that comes in your box you have the opportunity to buy more of it on their website at discounted rates. Who doesn’t love a good deal on things that they enjoy to begin with? We sure do. When you order more of the things you enjoyed you also earn points which can be redeemed for free stuff! It’s a great thing to be a part of.

Don’t miss out on this great monthly box, every month your box includes 8+ foods. It’s well worth the price and it is for a good cause. For more information or to subscribe to the box, visit them online at LoveWithFood.com.

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Under the Radar – CupidRadar

Posted on June 12, 2012 by kejohns323 Posted in Lifestyle .

CupidRadarThe good ol’ days of quality time spent face-to-face with another human being live in the shadows of today’s texting, social networking, Facetime videochatting, and voicemail recording. Technology has separated people, but the online dating site, CupidRadar.com, uses technology to bring people together. In the midst of an internet full networks that function for the purpose of creating romantic relationships, CupidRadar’s use of today’s contrivances to achieve that goal is one thing that sets them apart from the others. They put to good use geo-locating technologies (and a free app) in smart phone devices when it comes to finding a match. So you can find an interesting person at the store, restaurant, coffee place, or wherever you may be! CupidRadar also values time, so new registrants won’t have to go through endless personality assessments in order to get started. Just a little search criteria and CupidRadar picks out other users in the area who might interest you when you search. From there, you send a message to your potential match through the site’s messaging services and hopefully create an opportunity to meet face-to-face. If you wish not to be picked up by other searches because you and your date hit it off or otherwise, you can use the “go invisible” or “not interested” options to not appear on another person’s radar. The “going invisible” option can be deactivated, but the “not interested” one is permanent.

The days of yore don’t have to be obsolete in this day and age. CupidRadar makes such time possible through smartphone capabilities. You can communicate with interesting singles in the proximity of your city block in a matter of minutes (and hopefully meet in person soon after)!

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Fatima, Thoughts on Poetry

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Toast Pop Posted in Art .

19-year old Fatima is your average girl with a twist; she loves to express herself through passionate words. Yes, that’s correct Fatima uses poetry as a way of expressing herself, she began writing her poems somewhere between being 12 and 14, and has been writing ever since.

Why poetry you may ask? When asked what motivates her to write, she responded “I personally believe poetry is a wonderful way to transmit all those feelings that some people do not allow to show up often, but that doesn’t mean they all have to be pure sadness or frustration, some are made out of the deepest emotions, that ones that warm up your heart, that make you smile… In my case, being able to express just the way I really want, is enough motivation.”

Writing according to her is about self-expression, her favorite thing about writing is “About writing… probably that it shows so much of who you really are and the thousands of topics you can actually get to talk about, adaptable to everything and everyone. Also, to be able to paint your own world in the confines of your mind and to be able to show clearly what your intentions are, capturing a moment with the exact combination of thought and feel on paper, it’s priceless.”

She says that writing has helped her grow as a person by helping her communicate with both herself, and other people better, “…it has helped me to communicate better with people around me and with myself at some point, because, I realize things while reading or writing quite frequently.” Where does writing stand in her future? Well, she hopes to continue to use writing “as my runaway to freedom still, or probably, to dedicating it way more time, as a vital part of my life, for sure.”

Fatima had a few words to those of you who are interested in writing, she said “I would definitely tell them to try it out; after all, it’s a wonderful way to think about things, usually, writing as words come to your mind is amazing; it really fuels the way ideas flow and the effect it has on them. Writing is just something that each person feels different but that everyone I know has loved equally.”

Her last words during the interview were a simple thank you to those who read her work. “Finally, but not less important, of course, to those people who actually take the time to read my pieces, I would like to give them a huge Thank you, for all their support and for all their love along with all the inspiration they give me. Follow your dreams they might lead you somewhere someday.”

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Sugar + Spice Cookie Bakery

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Toast Pop Posted in Food .

Have you ever found yourself yearning for homemade cookies, but not had the actual desire to make them yourself? Sugar + Spice, a cookie bakery takes the hassle of baking cookies, and makes it as simple as placing an order.

According to Kim’s website, “I combine my own recipes, perfected over the years, with the highest quality ingredients to give you a truly outstanding and unique product. My cookies are baked with love, and carefully packaged in a beautiful box ready for gift giving.”

This shop has a total of 37 different items available for purchase. When it comes to paying for your homemade cookies, they accept all forms of payment. When shopping, the price of cookies from sugar + spice ranges from the very low price of $14 for 2 dozen cookies, to $28 for the Surprise Box which includes 4 dozen cookies.

According to Kim’s information, “Don’t see a cookie you’d like me to make? I love a challenge so please let me know if I can help to recreate a memory for you.” In order to get in contact with Sugar + Spice, you may send a message to sugarplusspice@comcast.net.

If you would like to know more information about Sugar + Spice’s homemade cookies, please visit her at the Sugar + Spice online storefront by clicking anywhere here!

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