CRYSTAL™ DEODORANT WELCOMES ALICIA SILVERSTONE AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

September 17, 2019 by Leave a Comment
CRYSTAL Deodorant announces that actress, best-selling author, and health advocate, Alicia Silverstone has signed on as Brand Ambassador due to her longtime use and loyalty to their product. Since its founding 35 years ago, CRYSTAL has been providing an effective mineral-based line, that’s vegan, and cruelty-free. The ingredients are non-toxic and the packaging’s eco-friendly. CRYSTAL is committed to the safety, health, and welfare of both their customers and the environment, which aligns perfectly with Silverstone.
“I’ve used CRYSTAL Deodorant for over 20 years because it’s safe, vegan and most importantly it works! I am proud to partner with a company that shares my values and is committed to making healthier and kinder products,” said Silverstone.
Silverstone has been an animal rights activist for over two decades. She is the recipient of Mercy for Animals Hope Award and PETA’s 35th Anniversary Humanitarian Award. Last year she made several trips to Washington, DC and Sacramento lobbying for cruelty-free and plant-forward legislation.
Silverstone recently hosted an event sponsored by CRYSTAL at The Gentle Barn, a non-profit animal sanctuary that stands up for the innocent, and helps animals and children alike remember they matter. “I’ve been visiting The Gentle Barn for 20 years. I had my 25th birthday there! When I saw CRYSTAL, my favorite deodorant, was sponsoring a non-profit like The Gentle Barn, I knew I had to be involved. It was wonderful celebrating The Gentle Barn’s 20th anniversary with my friends from CRYSTAL. I wish everyone was cruelty-free and conscious like these two entities are,” said Silverstone.
“It makes perfect sense that we would choose Alicia, who has been such a devoted, longtime fan of our products, to represent our brand,” said Martin Floreani, CEO and President of CRYSTAL. “There couldn’t be a more authentic partnership, and we are excited to work with her.”
About CRYSTAL Deodorant
CRYSTAL Deodorant is a recognized leader and innovator in mineral based hypoallergenic deodorant. For more information on CRYSTAL Deodorant, visit thecrystal.com.
About Alicia Silverstone
Silverstone, best known for her generation-defining turn in Clueless also recently starred in the lead role of American Woman. She also appeared in Book Club and worked with director, Yorgos Lanthimos on the acclaimed thriller, The Killing of a Sacred Deer. Through film, television and theatre, her performances have garnered awards and critical praise including Emmy and Golden Globe nominations and a National Board of Review award. Silverstone, a dedicated activist in the wellness space, chronicled her journey towards a more conscious way of eating in her New York Times bestseller, “The Kind Diet: A Simple Guide to Feeling Great, Losing Weight, and Saving the Planet” and her second book, “The Kind Mama: A Simple Guide to Supercharged Fertility, a Radiant Pregnancy, a Sweeter Birth, and a Healthier, More Beautiful Beginning.” Silverstone co-created the mykind Organics vitamin line, and her website, THEKINDLIFE.com is a platform for health and eco-living.
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How to Choose Children’s Clothing

September 17, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Today we have Emma to write a guest post for us. Emma is the CEO at Kimi Dog, the wholesale children’s clothing company. She knows everything about children’s clothing.

Hi, I’m Emma Today I’m going to talk about how to choose children’s clothing.

When you have a baby, it seems that your baby is the most important thing in your life. You need to feed your baby, change your baby’s diapers, and your baby doesn’t seem to have a break for 24 hours. For many years to come, your child may be the most important thing in your life. Also, you need to buy a lot of things for your child. One of them is children’s clothing.

Your children’s clothes are different from your own, so you need to know how to choose clothes for your children.

You’ll know how to choose and how to save money on children’s clothing after reading this article. 

Let’s get started！

Comfort is the most important

For Kids, comfort is the priority. Your children will look great in slim shirts, but they also suffer from stiff collars. When choosing clothes for your children, choose loose casual clothes or activewear. These clothes not only comfortable but also meet the needs of children’s activities. Leggings are also a good choice for girls. They are tight but comfortable. 

What fabric should you choose

Choosing the right fabrics is not only about comfort but also about durability. Most kids love activities or sports. So think about what fabrics to choose for them to wear during activities and games. Parents all like natural fabrics, there is no problem with it. However, I wouldn’t say the synthetic fabric is a bad choice. What natural fabrics are suitable for children’s clothing? Cotton, linen, wool, and so on. These fabrics are natural and comfortable. If you want something more natural, you can go organic, but it’s also more expensive. Sometimes, though, synthetic fabrics are a good choice. Synthetic fabrics have many advantages that natural materials don’t have. So for some clothes such as hardshell jackets and jerseys, synthetic fabrics must be the better choice. Blended fabrics are also something you need to know. They are the best of both worlds. For example, Cotton/Polyester blends. With the breathability of cotton and the durability of polyester. And because of polyester is blended, it’s cheaper. In short, choose different fabrics for different purposes.

Buy a size up

The speed with which children grow can surprise and sometimes catch us off guard, and last year’s clothes probably didn’t fit. If you want everything to last longer, buy clothes that are bigger for your kids. But one size too big is enough, two sizes too big, children wear uncomfortable.

Don’t forget to consider quality 

Quality is an essential factor when choosing children’s clothing. When children play and do activities, they will inevitably pull clothes, and if the quality is not good enough, other children may break their clothes. How do you know if a piece of clothing is of good quality? One is the fabric, and the other is the stitching. Yohe clothes, generally speaking, excellent fabrics are soft and strong. It’s easy to judge the quality by stitching. High-quality clothes have eave and dense stitches, and the stitches must be straight.

Choose good styles to make your kids happy

Is style important when choosing children’s clothes? Of course, it matters. Who doesn’t want their kids to be cute? If you have older kids, you can even let your kids pick out their clothes. However, comfort is the most important, if a piece of clothing looks good but not comfortable enough, then forget it.

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Tech Your Kids Will Really Fall For

September 17, 2019 by 1 Comment

 

Now that school is (finally!) back in session, you might be looking for fun ways to keep the kids stimulated and learning but still having fun while at home. We like board games and hiking as much as anybody, but sometimes a little hands-on building and creating goes a long way towards getting your child(ren) interested in something new, or perhaps just learning a little more about their favorite activities and what makes them “go”.

smart toys

If your kids like computers, video games, robots, or construction, Botzees might be the tech for you. This smart toy brings together virtual and hands on play in a way that is both fun and educational. Kids will enjoy playing, and won’t feel like they are having more “ugh, learning” heaped on them.  Botzees, the newest toy from Pai Technology, is a new robotics kit that is meant for kids ages 4 and up. This is a great way to sit with your kids and learn together- I have to admit this is an area my son is far and away better then I typically. It’s fun to learn together, and he loves when he can show me things. With this kit, you and your kid(s) can build, program, and code. There are six pre-designed robots, or you can go all out and create your own.

Once you build your Botzee, it can “be taught to move, drum, dance, make sounds and light up using the free Botzees app. Additionally, the 30 interactive Augmented Reality puzzles will teach even more coding concepts with visual cues.” (as per Pai Technology) It is available for $100 at https://www.pai.technology/botzees and Amazon.

Labo

If you have a child that is into video gaming, there is a new construction toy available that enhances gameplay. Nintendo recently released Nintendo Labo, which is one part game and one part construction toy. According to  Nintendo, they “designed Labo as a way to teach principles of engineering, physics, and basic programming”. You and your child build the kit out of sheets of pre-cut cardboard (thick stuff, not the weak stuff that instantly falls apart on you) and other parts. These you then use with your Nintendo Switch and it’s joy cons, and the creation is what Nintendo is calling a “Toy Con”. You use your “toy con” to interact with software and games.  With the basic Starter Kit, you can build VR Goggles and a Labo Blaster to take on aliens (not my favorite aspect, honestly).  The Blaster Labo Toy-Con can be played with either one or two players. Everything is in VR.  Starter set is $39.99 at https://labo.nintendo.com/kits/

kirby's extra epic yarn

If you are looking for a fun and non-violent game to play with the kids, check out Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn. Rated “E” for everyone, it’s the latest in the Kirby series.  In this game, Kirby was banished by a baddie into a world where he is made of yarn. While that may seem like a problem, the plus side is that Kirby can transform himself into all sorts of awesome like tanks, UFOs, a dolphin, and more. He gets “power ups” that give him advantages like getting a sword or becoming a tornado. Of course, he still has his classic copying abilities. Collect treasure as you move along the game, and show them off with the “Street Pass” feature, or switch out of story mode into “Devilish Mode” to try to earn even more. There are also two minigames that feature Meta Knight and King Dedede.  Available for $39.99 at https://www.nintendo.com

 

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The Future of Online Games and the Recent Trends

September 14, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Online games have progressed, thanks to the technological advances the world today is seeing. Nowadays, more people across the globe are choosing online games as their favorite pastimes. Apart from tech-savvy youngsters, baby boomers to have taken up online games as their favorite pastime after retirement.  For example, the future of online games in New Zealand has become an extremely profitable business. Nowadays, all the games that you play come with advanced features so that you get a wonderful gaming experience. So how does the future of online gaming look in the gambling space?

The gambling industry has increased manifold after online gaming

Like all other countries across the globe, online games in New Zealand reached a new height after the inception of the internet. With the popularity of online casinos, the gambling industry across the world has enjoyed a tenfold increase in profits compared to the 1980s and 1990s. If you browse an online gaming site, you will come across different varieties of games listed under various categories. The games have excellent features, such as facial and voice recognition, superb high definition displays and so on.

One of the main advantages of online games is that they can be played 24/7, even without having to go to a gambling center. And it has become even easier with the inception of mobile casino. Even if you are going somewhere, you can play your favorite games on your mobile. All games are compatible with the latest mobile platforms. Mobile platforms have also led to the growth of social gambling where players can collaborate or compete in the virtual space. Most casino sites dealing with online games have their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages for better promotion. You can also join live casino events in social gambling platforms.

Online games have evolved to a great degree

Like all other forms of entertainment, online games are also evolving. To cater to the audience, developers are coming up with superb themes and innovations. The graphics are simple awesome and come with the latest APIs and software. Advanced element, such as artificial intelligence, facial and voice recognition and similar features are being introduced in the games. The objective is to provide a real-life experience to the players. Cloud gaming is the new trend nowadays. It is now possible to play games on the virtual cloud space without even having to download them.

Virtual reality is playing a huge role in online gaming. The main objective is to offer a real-life gaming feeling to the customers. So, you can get games with advanced features that are also user-friendly. By use of virtual reality-based technology, games have better audio, designs, gaming options and interface elements. For example, virtual reality has added a new dimension to modern slots like Pokémon Go.

Since its inception, online gambling has taken the sports-loving audience by storm. People irrespective of age or gender are increasingly participating in online games. The prize money has increased subsequently, and so have the standard of the games. Most of the online casino host live casino contests where players can compete against each other for whopping reward. Overall, the scenario looks bright and the gambling industry is slated to prosper.

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Rent a Coach Bus To Travel in Comfort and Luxury

September 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment

They say travelling gives one food for the soul. As you journey along meandering roads and twisting paths, you experience joy, wonder and all those fleeting emotions important to man. But perhaps one of the best experiences in your life does not wait at the end of a solo road to nowhere but on a long journey with your friends. After all, group road trips are the perfect occasions to create moments that will go down your family history as the fondest of memories.

But while the journey itself is wondrous, the planning part can prove to be quite hectic. One needs to take everyone’s wants and needs into account, book transportation, accommodation, plan the route etc. One good way to avoid a lot of this hassle is to rent a coach bus. This way everyone gets a chance to connect with each other on the way, no one gets lost or late and everyone can sit back and relax without having to worry about the traffic and the routes while reducing your carbon footprint on your surroundings. But, just in case you are still worried about the how and the why of the matter, here are a few things you should keep in mind while planning a road trip with your group:

The question of transportation

A coach bus makes a group road trip simpler by merely existing. With AC, reclining seats and luggage storage space, they are the perfect choice for road trips, especially since everyone gets to entertain each other and connect on the way and no one gets separated. A coach bus has about 55 seats on an average but the number may vary slightly from operator to operator. If you are travelling with a smaller group through, a mini coach bus might be the way to go. It has fewer numbers of seats and includes all the splendid amenities that the bigger buses provide.

Planning the paths

Now this is one of the most important parts of the trip. You need to chart out the best possible routes for the trip. The best routes will take you past all the scenic spots, have multiple pit stops, will not be too far away from civilization just in case of emergencies etc. Once you are done planning your primary route, you should also chart out a backup just in case there’s a roadblock or too much traffic. Now, once you take out the map, you will know that all this isn’t easily done as said. Thankfully, your coach driver can lead you through all this so you do not have to worry about traffic or getting lost. You can tell them the route you want to follow or just let them lead you through the land using their expert local knowledge and GPS devices.

How to choose your pit stops

A road trip can easily lose its magic if there aren’t ample amounts of snacks to go around throughout. Also, stocking up on water is pretty important too. So, when planning your route, make sure that there places you can stop at during regular intervals so that everyone can stretch their legs, freshen up, buy more sugary treats and chip and caffeinate themselves.

Booking your home away from home

Another very important aspect of your group road trip planning is choosing the perfect accommodations along the way. Once you have confirmed how many people are going on the trip, look up places that can host that many people with ease. Good accommodations are not only budget-friendly and clean but also located far from the chaos of the city. But such places get booked fast, especially during long weekends, so make sure you do your bookings early.

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How to Install Addons Manually in Classic WoW

September 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment

World of Warcraft Classic is finally here and many of you are probably wondering how to install addons onto your game. Addons have been a huge part of the game since its inception, and you’d be hard pressed to find gamers who aren’t using them in retail WoW. Addons can bring quality of life modifications to the game, making it easier to level up, perform your class to the best of your abilities, and make World of Warcraft Classic Gold. 

This desire for addons hasn’t gone anywhere with the launch of Classic WoW, but many players are confused about how to install them. Many of the same popular addons that exist for retail WoW, such as Deadly Boss Mods, AtlasLoot, and Details! Damage Meter, also exist for Classic. However, if you’re thinking that you can just install the same version of the addon to both of your games, you’d be wrong, and that’s where much of the confusion is coming from. There are two ways to install WoW Classic Addons, through the Twitch client, or manually. In this article, we’ll look at how to install the addons manually, so that you have full control of our suite. 

Install Classic WoW Addons Manually 

Installing addons manually is a little trickier, but it does mean that you can access any addon you want which is great for addons that are not yet on Twitch, or if you simply don’t want to use the Twitch client. Let’s say you want to download the Auctioneer addon. The Auctioneer Suite helps you with anything to do with the auction house, for example, posting, making difficult decisions, remembering your bid/buyout prices for items you frequently buy, and more. Auction House addons have been popular for a long time because of how crucial currency is in the game. Players are faced with the choice of playing the Auction House, farming for WoWC Gold, or they can buy WoW Classic Gold. 

If you want to install the Auctioneer addon, or any addon, first you need to find your game files. Your World of Warcraft Classic game is installed on your computer’s C drive by default, but you may have installed it somewhere else. Once you locate your game files, you want to find a folder called Interface. When you click on the Interface folder, there should be another folder located inside called “AddOns”. Simple, right?

Ok, so you’ve found the AddOns folder, now you just need to find the addons to put in it. You can find addons easily online. Sometimes addon developers have their own website where you can download the file, and other times they are uploaded to developer websites like GitHub. Once you find the addon you want, download it and extract the zipped addon. Once the files have been extracted, simply move them across to your addons folder. All you have to do after this is launch the game and check your addon is working. Just bear in mind that if you manually install your addons, you’ll be in charge of updating them too!

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Christmas Markets Tips for Families

September 9, 2019 by 1 Comment

Christmas markets are an absolute joy to visit during the Holiday season. As someone who considers themselves a Christmas market aficionado, I have come up with a list of the best possible tips to get the most from your Christmas market visits. 

 

Tips For Getting The Most From Your Christmas Market Visits: 

  1. Visit At Night. 

 

One of the things that you should do is schedule your Christmas market visits at nighttime. While you can visit them during the day as they are typically open, they are going to be much prettier to visit during the later hours of the day. That way, you can experience the sparkling lights in the dark and experience the changed festive atmosphere at night. 

 

  1. Visit Different Markets. 

 

While it might be tempting to visit one and be over with it, you will want to broaden your horizons. Instead, you should look to visit at least three different markets. After all, each market has its own ambiance with its own decor and specializations. Because of this, you should be planning a trip to a minimum of three to get the most out of your entire experience. You will only be able to reach the one located at Fraueninsel via boat transportation. It is the only one that you will find in Germany on an island. Whereas, in Munich itself, you will find 17 unique Christmas markets each with its own specialization. Check out this list of the best top 10 traditional Christmas markets.

 

  1. Go Thirsty and Hungry. 

 

One of the best things about Christmas markets, in general, would be the food and the drinks. Because of this, you will want to go hungry and thirsty. You will find all kinds of different foods especially at a German Christmas market where you can find specialty foods and beverages that are only available during the Christmas time of the year. This includes must-haves like Lebkuchen which is gingerbread and even Kinderpunsch which tastes much like Kool-Aid. You will be able to take advantage of the regional specialties at the market which can really be a fun and rewarding experience. 

 

  1. Visit With Your Friends And Family. 

 

Another good tip to implement is to try visiting with both your friends and family. You will be able to have a much better overall time by visiting with your friends and family because you will be able to hang out with them in a great atmosphere and celebrate the time of year with them. If you are going to be hanging out for a long time with your friends and family, you should dress appropriately because the weather can get very cold. 

 

  1. Look For Local Specialties. 

 

Whenever you are going out to Christmas markets which specialties, you should be seeking them out. You want to look at each market individually and try the specialties it offers. For instance, the one in Nürnberg specializes in gingerbread. Therefore, you want to ensure that you try it. Whereas, other markets specialize in other foods. 

 

  1. Wear Gloves. 

 

Wearing gloves is a good tip because these markets can get very cold. However, you do want to be sure that you are going to be able to hold objects like cups while at the market. The best way to ensure that you remain warm but don’t lose the inconvenience of having a strong grip without gloves is by wearing finger-less mittens or gloves.

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America’s Knowledge Crisis: A Survey on Civic Literacy

September 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Washington, DC — A national survey commissioned by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) draws new attention to a crisis in civic understanding and the urgent need for renewed focus on civics education at the postsecondary level.

Some of the alarming results include:

  • 26% of respondents believe Brett Kavanaugh is the chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, and 14% of respondents selected Antonin Scalia, who died in 2016.
    • 15% of the college graduates surveyed selected Brett Kavanaugh.
    • Fewer than half correctly identified John Roberts.
  • 18% of respondents identified Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), a freshman member of the current Congress, as the author of the New Deal, a suite of public programs enacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1930s.
    •  12% of the college graduates surveyed selected Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
  • 63% did not know the term lengths of U.S. Senators and Representatives.
    • Fewer than half of the college graduates surveyed knew the correct answer.
  • 12% of respondents understand the relationship between the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment, and correctly answered that the 13thAmendment freed all the slaves in the United States.
    • 19% of the college graduates surveyed selected the correct answer.

ACTA’s What Will They Learn? report, an assessment of 1,123 general education programs scheduled for release tomorrow, helps to explain America’s civic illiteracy. Our analysis of 2019–2020 course catalogs revealed that only 18% of U.S. colleges and universities require students to take a course in American history or government.

”Colleges have the responsibility to prepare students for a lifetime of informed citizenship. Our annual What Will They Learn? report illustrates the steady deterioration of the core curriculum. When American history and government courses are removed, you begin to see disheartening survey responses like these, and America’s experiment in self-government begins to slip from our grasp,” said Michael Poliakoff, president of ACTA.

The survey was conducted in August by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago, and consisted of 15 questions designed to assess respondents’ knowledge of foundational events in U.S. history and key political principles. The respondents make up a nationally representative sample of 1,002 U.S. adults. To view the full survey results, click here >>

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