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Matcha Green Tea Product Review

I love drinking tea because it helps me give that morning boost to start off my day right. I usually drink green tea as opposed to coffee, and I’m more about the health benefits of the tea itself rather than the taste at times. I’m an overall supporter of green tea because of the antioxidants it contains, which basically help protect your cells and molecules from damage and fight against aging and other diseases cause by free radicals. It also helps improve your brain function, such as becoming more alert and stimulated throughout the day. Another thing is that it may increase fat burning and boost your metabolic rate, as voiced by many men and women who have taken green tea in the past. Overall, it’s just a good cleanse and daily ritual for your body so that it can function at its peak.

I have to tell you, the aroma of the Green Tea Matcha Powder is simply amazing. I picked up a slight vanilla scent to it, although it’s not really vanilla since it’s all purely green tea. I just overall fell in love with the scent. So with the product came instructions on how to brew it into a tea. I followed the brewing instructions to the T (it was pretty simple step), and I was at first a little bit underwhelmed because the taste was so overpowering. Then I just decided to add more boiled water, and then that taste simmered out afterwards, and it was good and not overpowering. The thing that most have to remember is that, green tea in itself is not necessarily the best flavored drink, however if you add certain flavors to it like lemon or jasmine or whatnot, then it will taste good, however on its own it is still pleasant. No one purely buys green tea for its flavor but instead for the health gains you derive from it.

Coincidentally I received this product at a great time because I have an upcoming wedding to go to and want to look and feel my best. I always loved green tea and having organic tea such as this that is highly acclaimed in Japan is a treat. I am looking forward to having a cup of tea every morning and receiving every bit of clarity I can gain, as well as maybe a few extra pounds off…one can hope! I received this product for free in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. I test all products prior to writing a review.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TSSDLGK?keywords=midori%20spring%20organic%20ceremonial%20matcha&qid=1448058163&ref_=sr_1_1&s=grocery&sr=1-1

#midorigreentea

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“Majestic Bombay - Professional Stainless Steel Cuticle Pusher and Nail Cleaner Tool” Product Review

I like getting my nails done - it makes me feel very feminine and polished. I usually get them done at the nail salon, but I also try to do them myself simply because a manicure doesn't usually last longer than one week and it's too expensive to keep getting them done at the salon. After all those years of going to the salon, I learned the steps on how to really get a good manicure/pedicure and that all begins with the right tools. One of the tools you absolutely need to keep the cuticles clean and well taken care of is this cuticle pusher. The cuticle pusher helps with the overall aesthetic of the manicure/pedicure and keeps your nails and surrounding skin looking clean. This tool is the one that professionals use at the salon, as it is made from stainless steel, and it is an absolute must have in your toolkit, as cuticles always grow and you need to get rid of them so that the surrounding nail looks polished. I didn’t have a cuticle pusher for a while, and boy was I missing out. It should be a staple in your home if you do your nails on your own. The dual ends of the cuticle pusher help with the overall manicure/pedicure, as one end helps clean under the nail, while the other helps push the cuticle towards the outer edges for a faster clean up. This tool isn’t abrasive like others, but it’s also important to mention that while you are doing cuticle cleanup, it is important to let your hands or toes sit in warm/hot soapy water for about 5-10 minutes to help loosen and prepare the skin so that, 1) it will help clean the excess cuticles around your nails, and, 2) it won’t hurt you. Everything is usually better with steam and evaporation of the skin. Trust me when I say that I’ve had horrible manicures before at the nail salon where my fingers and toes didn’t even sit in the water for barely one minute and it was pretty painful when the cuticle pusher came around. The one thing I noticed on the cuticle pusher side that could be an isolated incident is that the two corners are not congruent to one another. They are not even on both sides and one side feels sharper than the other. It feels as if there is an itty bitty chunk missing from one corner, which is causing it to be sharper than the other corner, which is basically filed and smooth to the touch. It might be a bit difficult to show a picture, as the camera might not be able to catch that slight nuance. This shouldn't matter overall since you are practically using the very bottom of the pusher itself but it still throws you off a bit as I was expecting a higher quality made tool. Overall, the cuticle pusher works great, and I felt like my hands and feet were so much lighter afterwards. There’s nothing worse than doing a manicure and having cuticles showing here and there. I want them all gone! I am pleased with this product and its durability thus far. I received this product for free in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BAZ60Y4?ref_=cm_cr-mr-title

#majesticbombay

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“SalsaCrazy’s Dance Lessons Starter Kit (4 DVDs)” Product Review

I just reviewed SalsaCrazy’s Dance Lessons Starter Kit (4 DVDs) and was able to learn four styles of dance that include Salsa, Swing, Merengue, and Bachata. First of all, I just wanted to say that I love Dance. It’s a beautiful form of self-expression. I have been dancing for a while now recreationally and have taken various informal dancing lessons over the years when I used to go to social dancing gathering in the past. I picked up some things here and there from various styles that have stuck with me, however I still feel like I don’t know the basics with some styles, so I am glad I was able to review this product for free in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

If you are looking to really learn the basics of Salsa, Swing, Merengue, and Bachata, you will definitely learn them from watching these dvds. These four genres of dances are very popular in many social gatherings nowadays and are useful to know to really impress others around you , and not to mention that it is insanely good cardio for those that are looking to lose weight or tone. They feature step by step basics as well as some intermediate dance moves that will take you from a beginner to a professional in no time with practice. It will also get your heart racing with the overall instruction towards the end when the steps get more intricate. I like the fact that they have a basic introduction to the dance as well as provide instruction from the lead’s perspective as well as the follower’s perspective in most of the steps in each genre. They also include different angles of certain steps so that it will be easier to follow them and learn better. The steps in my opinion were easy to learn with the good instruction and repetition.

Although it is practically guaranteed that you will learn how to dance these styles and their steps with practice, I would’ve liked some improvements to the video content/quality. It felt a bit outdated with the backdrop and not as modern as I would’ve liked. The two instructors who also taught the steps were great, however I would’ve preferred more outgoing, high-energy, engaging instruction to really help get you motivated and encourage you. I feel that that will really get the audience more into the overall content. I also usually prefer a lot of interactive videos where I feel as if the instructor is talking directly to you through the screen. It’s my personal preference, but I just feel that since I get bored with videos vs. in-person instruction, these two things will help keep me going and coming back to the videos.

Also, I would’ve preferred the video quality to be better or higher resolution from what it was because I love clear crisp videos. It felt really old school. Another improvement I would add is to incorporate all angles from both the front and back for better learning for the student. I feel that since many people have various learning styles, it would be good to try to incorporate it all to really customize the learning experience for everyone. There were some portions where it only showed instruction from the lead’s perspective and the instructor was saying to move left, however I was supposed to go to the right, so that was a bit confusing. In the home menu, I also would’ve liked a more specific option to practice certain steps versus simply categorizing them into just the “beginner,” “intermediate,” “more intermediate” steps, etc. This way it’ll be easier to return back to each section without fast forwarding or guessing where each step is.

Overall, I enjoyed learning the new dances in detail and I look forward to perfecting it in the future when I go out dancing again. I think that if you are looking to really learn how to dance these particular styles and pick up some crafty, smooth steps in the process, this is the video for you. While the graphics and presentation may not seem the best and may need some improvement, the overall quality of the step-by- step instructions and teaching is on point. The instructors go at a good pace and know what they are doing.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/b00s7155ky/sr=8-1/qid=1422568244/

#dancelessons

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Happiness with Our Job - Is it Possible?

I have this crazy notion in my head that maybe we can actually be happy with our jobs and not dread the thought of going to work each Monday morning. What if we actually don't have to be miserable and can get the job of our dreams along with the dream salary that goes with it? Ahh wouldn't that be something? It’s one thing to know what you want out of your career but it’s another to be entirely confused and uncertain as to what direction to take. I am the latter. Where oh where art thou answers? Please fall into my lap asap.

#career #job #happiness #confused

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annabanana1707 · 10 years

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ROBOTS OR DINOSAURS?

ROBODINOSAUR

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annabanana1707 · 10 years

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Message I sent to CEO/FB Founder, Mark Zuckerberg

The job market can be tough, especially if you are looking for a certain position that you think you would be great at, but doesn't exist at a certain company. Or maybe you don't have those years of experience or that educational background. Having x amount of years of experience, going to a top school, having a certain GPA...these are all factors that can eliminate you right away from the competition, but what if it doesn't have to? What if you found a way to overcome those challenges and figure out a way to make it work?

I have always looked up to Facebook, for its inventive and creative nature, and all that it did for its employees, which is why I would love a chance to work there. I looked at the job opportunities they had available, and unfortunately, I don't have the years of experience they are looking for nor all the skills required of me. From there, I just decided to make a new position available, based on what I feel I would be good at, one that wouldn't requires years upon years of experience.

So I decided that I will make a little synopsis of my "future" resume and detail specifics as to what I am looking to do. I decided the best route is to send the message directly to Mr. Zuckerberg's inbox. The message I sent him is encapsulated below. Due to myself being 1 out of 22+ million followers and assuming he gets 1000 messages per minute(probably more), I don't think I stand a chance, but I decided to do it anyways since there would be no harm, and mainly because I still believe there is a slight chance he may come across it, even if he doesn't pay a second glance.

It ultimately comes down to timing in life. The right hour, the right minute, and the right second can alter your life in a drastic way. If I never took this chance, I wouldn't even have a chance, so the fact that I have a chance, even though it's less than 0.000000001%, that's still better than nothing. I hope this inspires all of you to do something out of the norm every day and push your boundaries, even though there might be a chance it will go unnoticed. The fact that you strive to improve yourself and take chances is enough to know that you are the muse of inspiration.

[Message to Mark Zuckerberg:

Hi Mark,

I doubt you will read this message, let alone even see it because I will be in the "Other" folder, but here goes. I am looking to work at Facebook, but the position I am requesting to work for is not existent, so I decided to make a new one. This is one of those crazy ideas that you have on sleepless nights that you think might actually work!

Below, is the position I am seeking along with the responsibilities, date of employment, and a little inspirational quote. I think I have a lot of ideas that will highly benefit any company, so hope you take advantage! Also, thanks for all your hard work you have done on behalf of all users worldwide!

FACEBOOK

Idea Generator/Resolution Analyst – Menlo Park, CA/Chicago, IL

January 2015 – January 2016

• Pitched new and innovative ideas to increase daily user duration rates by 100%. • Distributed workload to various teams depending on project assigned. • Set a timeline and budget to complete projects • Identified key issues in differing departments and submitted reports of findings. • Helped other people around the world realize that you do not need a lot of work experience nor a certain educational level to work at the company of your choice, but instead, just one idea to set you apart from the rest.]

Would you be crazy enough to do something like this?

#facebook #zuckerberg #jobs #career #crazy

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annabanana1707 · 10 years

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No dating website will ever advertise “#1 in Break-ups!” — but if your relationship started online, Splitsville may be exactly where you’re headed.

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Dog named ‘Lazarus’ survives Euthanasia attempt!

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