Remember when we couldn’t wait until we turned 18 so we could run to the nearest tattoo shop and get whatever tattoo design that was trendy at the time tattooed on our bodies? We couldn’t wait to show off our new ink to all of our friends and feel like we are the coolest one in the group. Our parents warned us that these pieces of art are permanent. We knew that. They warned us that we would grow tired of the symbolism that we decided to make a part of ourselves. We didn’t believe them. Now we are adults,…
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If you’re like many Americans, you’ve made one or more charitable donations of clothing or household items within the past year. In 2007 alone, approximately $5.8 billion worth of these and related items were made to various American charity foundations. Just four years later in 2011, an estimated two million tons of household textiles and clothing were either donated or properly recycled. Even though many people within the United States realize the importance of donating and recycling, recent data shows that Americans tend to just donate or recycle 15% of the clothing they no longer need or want. The remainder,…
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Have you been thinking about inviting guests over at your home? For a lot of homeowners, there is immense pleasure and joy in being able to invite friends and family over for a stay. Spending quality time with people you care about and providing them with a comfortable living experience in your home can be really rewarding. To facilitate this, you also have to provide your guests with not only the basic necessities of life but also a luxurious and comforting experience which they would be more likely to enjoy and cherish. Outfitting your guestrooms the right way is something…
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It is no secret that people in the United States love going to spas. In 2015, the American spa industry was valued at about $99 billion. This number had increased to $16.8 billion, that is the amount of revenue taken in by the industry in 2016. So, if you like spa services, you are not alone. You do not need to have your own paraffin waxing supplies to enjoy those spa products but you can make your experience better when you do the following things on the day of your visit to the spa. Pay close attention to what you…
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The winter holidays may seem far away, but it makes sense not to leave your gift shopping until the last moment. You can search the web now for gifts for family or close friends. Chances are you’ll have good ideas about what to buy for them. But what about choosing gifts for your coworkers or clients? Many offices will have a Secret Santa program or another type of gift exchange. Ideas for these gifts may be elusive. If you have a good acquaintance with these clients, you may know about their interests and be able to choose one of a…
