Some movies leave deep impressions on me that itch at my soul and sometimes depress me briefly; they eat at me and occasionally I'll get a feeling that makes me need to watch them; Les Miserables was not one of these movies. But don't get me wrong, I really, really, really enjoyed it! It was a wonderful story, delving realistically into the workings of human beings. No one was an absolute "bad guy" while no one was perfect either. Often, movies will portray an imperfect protagonist with an absolutely evil antagonist with very few (if any) redeeming qualities, unless of course it is a movie where the bad guy turns good (but even then the bad guy is usually entirely bad and replaced by an entirely good side of him). I also appreciated the acting, singing, and scenery. The costumes were mediocre. Occasionally some of the parts were excessive and not one hundred percent necessary, like the crunching sound Russell Crowe's character makes when he hits the concrete when he decides to kill himself. Coming from someone who vehemently despises most musicals, I was absolutely contented by this film.
I have to admit I was very surprised to find that Eddie Redmayne and Russell Crowe could sing, that Anne Hathaway could sing better than Amanda Seyfried, and that Helena Bonham Carter was in the movie. This all blew me away. I was also blown away by the movie as a whole; it was beautifully created, yet so simple. The scenery was believable, yet it seemed very stage-like. I also liked that some virtually unknown actors and actress graced the performance along with known actors and actress as well as superstar actors and actress. I liked the movie a lot without being driven to extreme emotion, which is very unusual for me.
I definitely recommend that everyone everywhere goes to see it.
May Day 2011
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Extended Health Tips for Capricorns
Bones, skin, and joints are extremely sensitive in a Capricorn's body. Therefore, calcium consumption, hydration, and keeping active are rather important lifestyle choices for Capricorns. We are blessed with rather nice bone structures, but they need to be maintained through regular calcium consumption (something I majorly fail at). Staying hydrated is not only the best way to get over illness, but it is also one of the best ways to avoid becoming ill in the first place. Our skin also has a tendency to dry out more easily than most other zodiac signs, so it is important to keep ourselves hydrated to help avoid this. Also, it is a good idea to act preemptively in dry environments by wearing sunscreen, chapstick, and lotion. As rulers of the knees, our joints tend to be achy; hydration and regular physical activity minimizes joint ache, so both are recommended.
Capricorns have a tendency to do things in excess; exercise, occupations, diet, and mood. We are almost always obsessing over something from hobbies to people to our careers (or whatever the equivalent would be in each Capricorn's phase of life). Usually Capricorns will persevere until a task is complete as best as it can be. For this reason, Capricorns have a tendency to keep whatever hours they like in order to complete these tasks and then often shut down in seclusion for long periods of time afterwards. This can be very inconvenient to those around us, but it is difficult for a Capricorn to put down their work when it is half-finished. We are the type who would sit down at a puzzle and persist on finishing it long past dark circles under our eyes and then when it is complete avoid any mental stimulation for quite some time. Therefore, we must make sure we do not bite off more than we can chew at any given time because that will lead to frazzled behavior. And, we must make sure that after we complete a task, we give ourselves the necessary amounts of time to recover from it before we begin a new one.
This Capricorn excess can also translate to exercise. Because joints are so sensitive to us, we should avoid intensive sports, especially because we have a tendency to get too into intensive sports; this is either because we are trying to perfect our skills or because we begin to have a lot of fun and do not wish to stop or because we are trying to prove that we can be the best at it. I suggest leisurely walking and yoga as preferred exercises. Swimming may also be a good exercise for Capricorns as long as it isn't done in excess; salt water will agitate the skin and chlorine will agitate the lungs (and fresh water is just gross to swim in).
Again, excess may also translate to diet. Typically, Capricorns are not particularly gluttonous because of the discipline Saturn bestows on us, but we can become excessive drinkers and health-food crazy. Capricorns can also become excessively melancholy, especially if they go too long without something to do, something to work for. Capricorns need their ambition to drive them, or they can end up in depressed stupors; although, usually we can get ourselves out of this by forcing ourselves to get up and do other stuff (if you are not a Capricorn and are reading this for advice on Capricorns, do not try to force us to do stuff, we have to develop our ambitions on our own - but suggestions on potential ambitions may be helpful to give).
Part of the reason why Capricorns are so successful is because of our excessively obsessive behaviors; it is an important part of us. However, we must remember to not bite off more than we can chew and take the time we need to regain our strength after each goal/task we complete.
Capricorns have a tendency to do things in excess; exercise, occupations, diet, and mood. We are almost always obsessing over something from hobbies to people to our careers (or whatever the equivalent would be in each Capricorn's phase of life). Usually Capricorns will persevere until a task is complete as best as it can be. For this reason, Capricorns have a tendency to keep whatever hours they like in order to complete these tasks and then often shut down in seclusion for long periods of time afterwards. This can be very inconvenient to those around us, but it is difficult for a Capricorn to put down their work when it is half-finished. We are the type who would sit down at a puzzle and persist on finishing it long past dark circles under our eyes and then when it is complete avoid any mental stimulation for quite some time. Therefore, we must make sure we do not bite off more than we can chew at any given time because that will lead to frazzled behavior. And, we must make sure that after we complete a task, we give ourselves the necessary amounts of time to recover from it before we begin a new one.
This Capricorn excess can also translate to exercise. Because joints are so sensitive to us, we should avoid intensive sports, especially because we have a tendency to get too into intensive sports; this is either because we are trying to perfect our skills or because we begin to have a lot of fun and do not wish to stop or because we are trying to prove that we can be the best at it. I suggest leisurely walking and yoga as preferred exercises. Swimming may also be a good exercise for Capricorns as long as it isn't done in excess; salt water will agitate the skin and chlorine will agitate the lungs (and fresh water is just gross to swim in).
Again, excess may also translate to diet. Typically, Capricorns are not particularly gluttonous because of the discipline Saturn bestows on us, but we can become excessive drinkers and health-food crazy. Capricorns can also become excessively melancholy, especially if they go too long without something to do, something to work for. Capricorns need their ambition to drive them, or they can end up in depressed stupors; although, usually we can get ourselves out of this by forcing ourselves to get up and do other stuff (if you are not a Capricorn and are reading this for advice on Capricorns, do not try to force us to do stuff, we have to develop our ambitions on our own - but suggestions on potential ambitions may be helpful to give).
Part of the reason why Capricorns are so successful is because of our excessively obsessive behaviors; it is an important part of us. However, we must remember to not bite off more than we can chew and take the time we need to regain our strength after each goal/task we complete.
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Capricorn Physical Features
Capricorn faces are fairly easy to pick out in crowds, although they are similar to Cancer faces. Capricorns have distinct chins that angle sharply downwards from their also distinct lower jaw bones. Capricorns also have very noticeable cheek bones that jut out nearly as distinctly as their chins. Cancers have distinct chins and cheek bones as well, but rather than having a long downward angle from their jaw bones to their chins, they have more squished faces; in other words, Capricorn faces are typically longer than Cancer faces.
I have found pictures of celebrities from online to present Capricorn features to you. The links to where I found the pictures (as they are most certainly not my own) are connected to the link of their name titles.
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| Kate Middleton |
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| Betty White |
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| Edgar Allan Poe |
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| Elvis Presley |
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| Maggie Smith |
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| Al Capone |
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| Eddie Redmayne |
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| Michelle Obama |
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Sagittarius Physical Features
Although for some reason I have the most terrible time identifying Sagittarians based on their appearances, I have found that most Sagittarians have very distinctly shaped eyebrows. Their eyebrows tend to curve down towards their nose, creating an arrow shape, ironically. In females this can look very sleek, in males it tends to be very bushy and gruff in the curvature.
I have found some photos of celebrities online in order to present this to you. If you know any Sagittarians, make sure to take a look at the shape of their eyebrows to confirm this.
I have put the links to the websites I retrieved these photos from in order to give credit; these are OBVIOUSLY not photos that I have taken.
I have found some photos of celebrities online in order to present this to you. If you know any Sagittarians, make sure to take a look at the shape of their eyebrows to confirm this.
I have put the links to the websites I retrieved these photos from in order to give credit; these are OBVIOUSLY not photos that I have taken.
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| Kenneth Branagh |
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| Jamie Lee Curtis |
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| Mark Twain |
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| Tyra Banks |
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| Miley Cyrus |
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| Emily Dickinson |
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| Brad Pitt |
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| Walt Disney |
Friday, December 7, 2012
Bryn Mawr College in the Fall
Here I present some photos of Bryn Mawr College in the Fall of 2012.
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| Goodhart Theater and some of Rock on the left 9/30/12 |
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| Thomas Hall 9/30/12 |
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| Rock Dorm 9/30/12 |
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| Taft Memorial Garden 9/30/12 |
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| View of Taylor Hall Bell Tower 10/26/12 |
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| Senior Row 10/26/12 |
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| Cloisters on First Snow 2012 11/27/12 |
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| Cloisters on First Snow 2012 11/27/12 |
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| Cloisters on First Snow 2012 11/27/12 |
Extended Health Tips for Sagittarians
Sagittarians are always on the go. They're like cats, who if they see something dangling near them, they have to snatch it and will not stop their attempts until they have managed to snatch it. Because of this, social media tends to cause them to overextend themselves. If they receive an invitation to do something appealing, they are likely to accept, even if they're already exhausted from their various other activities. Sagittarians, therefore, need to remember to turn of their phones, shut their laptops, extinguish the lights, and get some sleep. In other words, avoid temptations by extinguishing them.
Sagittarius rules the thighs/hips and the liver; therefore, Sagittarians are especially sensitive in these areas. Sagittarians need to have a lot of physical activity, especially involving exercises that pertain to the lower body. As Sagittarians respond well to being outdoors, I suggest hiking, biking, and climbing as prime exercises. Competitive sports tend to provide a great recreational and beneficial outlet for Sagittarians as well. They are always up for a challenge. Because Sagittarius rules the liver, Sagittarians must be extra cautious in their alcohol consumption. They are prone to hepatitis and liver failure. Sagittarians really would do better to avoid alcohol entirely, as it also causes them to have bad skin and weight gain.
Creamy foods, like gravies and chocolate, tend to weigh Sagittarians down. I have found that most Sagittarians are not even fond of chocolate, so that shouldn't be a big problem to avoid. If looking for treat-type foods, they would be better off trying something exotic (still avoiding creamy stuff); or if they just have a sweet-tooth, try some hard candy or purely sugar-based candy, like Smarties or Pixie Sticks. I would suggest gum chewing to satiate cravings of sweets, as it provides sugar (or at least the taste of sugar) while also providing a distraction; it keeps you moving, even if it's just your mouth. Also fried and oily foods seem to have very negative impacts of Sagittarians and should be avoided. Caffeine seems okay, as long as consumed in moderation; one Red Bull is okay, two is not. However, no matter what, Sagittarians need to consume a lot of water; they should be sipping off of water bottles all day.
I have also found that Sagittarians REALLY REALLY REALLY need their sleep, especially the women. When you're tired, please take a nap! Don't try to stay up and do something else, it can wait. You'll be better prepared to take on a challenge, whether mental or physical, if you are well rested.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Famous Sagittarians
Christina Aguilera
Louisa May Alcott
Woody Allen
Jane Austen
Tyra Banks
Beethoven
William Blake
Kenneth Branagh
Winston Churchill
Dick Clark
Jamie Lee Curtis
Miley Cyrus
Emily Dickinson
Charles de Gaulle
Walt Disney
Jane Fonda
Jimi Hendrix
Katie Holmes
John Milton
Brad Pitt
Charles Schulz
Frank Sinatra
Britney Spears
Steven Spielberg
Mark Twain
Eli Whitney
Taylor Swift
Health Tips for Sagittarians
Exercise:
- try activities that also stimulate the brain, like rock climbing because you have to strategize where to put your hands and feet as you climb
- never do too much in a day, when you're tired take a break
- hiking, biking, and swimming are all good
Diet:
- avoid alcohol
- lots of raw vegetables
- wholegrain
- avoid creamy food, like butter and chocolate
- lots of lean protein
- drink lots of water
Suggestions:
- try to stay in moderate conditions as much as possible, in regards to weather and activity level
- avoid smoking
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
What You Need to Know About Sagittarians
Sagittarians are very energetic and always up for a challenge. Sagittarians love exploring new places and learning about new things. They seek knowledge as well as pleasure. These people tend to have a lot of good luck.
Random Facts:
Sagittarius is a masculine, fire, and mutable sign. They are always up for a chase or challenge, but easily become bored of anything when it's too easy for them to solve or achieve. They tend to be selfish in that way, unconsciously, when in relationships.
Random Facts:
Sagittarius is a masculine, fire, and mutable sign. They are always up for a chase or challenge, but easily become bored of anything when it's too easy for them to solve or achieve. They tend to be selfish in that way, unconsciously, when in relationships.
Friday, November 16, 2012
The Dark Knight Rises: SPOILER ALERT
Tonight was the first time I've seen The Dark Knight Rises; I viewed it at my college as one of the "Bryn Mawr Film Series" movies, which take up most of my early Friday and Saturday evenings. Preparing to watch this infamous film, my thoughts were mixed with paranoia and anticipation. Other than knowing that Cat Woman was involved and that there was a guy with a breathing device and that it was about Batman and the creation of Robin, I had no idea what the actual story was going to be like. Also because of the films infamous opening night there was a smidgen of anxiety and sadness, especially since the film began so violently. I have to admit, other than the violence, the beginning was really hard to follow and I'm still not sure how it fit in with the rest of the plot to be exact. I also am confused about some of the other plot points, like who was Miranda's father in relation to the earlier movies and story, as I am not a Batman fanatic. Many times in the movie, I had no idea what was going on, like how was Batman transported to the prison, and how did he get to Gotham from the prison?
I must also admit that until almost the second before the unveiling of Miranda, I had no idea that she was the real bad guy and mastermind. I did however, even though I had mostly forgotten that Robin appears, anticipate Joseph Gordon-Levitt being Robin and giving up the police force.
The movie was very dark at the beginning and quite depressing at first; however, as it progressed, it became lighter and lighter. By the end there was much hope and happiness; in other words, it had a very happy and mostly satisfying ending. The only unsatisfying thing I can say about the ending is that there really was no build to the romance between Cat Woman and Batman... They had no real connections; Cat Woman just flirts and kisses Batman. That is no reason for them to end up together. Their relationship had no real progression.
My biggest criticism of the movie is that if you haven't recently watched all the Batman movies preceding this one, you (like I) would be totally lost on much of the plot and references. The only reason I don't criticize Batman's escape from the nuclear bomb is that I'm sure they'll explain it in the next film.
I don't know whether this is a criticism or a congratulation: But, other than the obvious subliminal similarities, they made a STARK reference to Gotham actually being New York City when they flashed by Saks Fifth Avenue in one of the battle scenes towards the end.
By the end of the movie, I determined that overall, I enjoyed the film, although it was very confusing and the beginning was a little to dark and violent for my preference. I think the fact that most of the actors are very beautiful, helps a lot in my determination of it being an mostly satisfying movie.
Oh, I almost forgot! In the scene where Cat Woman drops Batman off at the underground lair, I was reminded of the scene in Star Wars where Luke finds out that Darth Vader is his father. Not that the situation was similar, but the look of the set and characters. Batman looked like Vader while Bane looked more like Luke, but with the Vader voice....
On Another Note (sort of): Christian Bale is from (according to IMDb) "Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK". Bryn Mawr <3
I must also admit that until almost the second before the unveiling of Miranda, I had no idea that she was the real bad guy and mastermind. I did however, even though I had mostly forgotten that Robin appears, anticipate Joseph Gordon-Levitt being Robin and giving up the police force.
The movie was very dark at the beginning and quite depressing at first; however, as it progressed, it became lighter and lighter. By the end there was much hope and happiness; in other words, it had a very happy and mostly satisfying ending. The only unsatisfying thing I can say about the ending is that there really was no build to the romance between Cat Woman and Batman... They had no real connections; Cat Woman just flirts and kisses Batman. That is no reason for them to end up together. Their relationship had no real progression.
My biggest criticism of the movie is that if you haven't recently watched all the Batman movies preceding this one, you (like I) would be totally lost on much of the plot and references. The only reason I don't criticize Batman's escape from the nuclear bomb is that I'm sure they'll explain it in the next film.
I don't know whether this is a criticism or a congratulation: But, other than the obvious subliminal similarities, they made a STARK reference to Gotham actually being New York City when they flashed by Saks Fifth Avenue in one of the battle scenes towards the end.
By the end of the movie, I determined that overall, I enjoyed the film, although it was very confusing and the beginning was a little to dark and violent for my preference. I think the fact that most of the actors are very beautiful, helps a lot in my determination of it being an mostly satisfying movie.
Oh, I almost forgot! In the scene where Cat Woman drops Batman off at the underground lair, I was reminded of the scene in Star Wars where Luke finds out that Darth Vader is his father. Not that the situation was similar, but the look of the set and characters. Batman looked like Vader while Bane looked more like Luke, but with the Vader voice....
On Another Note (sort of): Christian Bale is from (according to IMDb) "Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK". Bryn Mawr <3
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Chills
The ending of this article gave me so many chills, I'm amazed.
Merion Ghost
Glad I don't live there!
Merion Ghost
Glad I don't live there!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Halloween Special
Trick or Treat? Scorpio, ruled by Pluto (the planet of death and riches), is the sign that contains one of my favorite holidays, Halloween. Not only is the death part fitting, but also the declaration of "trick or treat". If a Scorpio went knocking on Halloween and the homeowner chose "trick", you can be sure that Scorpio will find a way to trick them for their audacity at not delivering a treat.
Without doing research, I've gathered that Halloween is a spin-off of The Day of the Dead and All Hallows Eve, which fall around this time (October 31st). At least in America, it is a day for children to get dressed up in a costume and go door-to-door declaring "trick or treat?" and expecting to get treated. It also may be known as "Mischief Night", as a day to toilet-paper, egg, and graffiti private and public property. For college students, and who am I kidding...high school students, it's a time to dress slutty (for guys and girls) and party. If it weren't for the Frankenstorm, you'd be sure to see tons of students dressed is slutty costumes today. Because of the Frankenstorm, people like me settled on something warm and orange.
My celebrations for Halloween included going to see a scary movie, "The Cabin in the Woods", on Saturday evening, then going to two Halloween parties on campus, dressed as Minnie Mouse - I have a flapper costume, but chose not to wear it for convenience I would have worn it today had it not been for the Frankenstorm. Also, most nights since I've been back at college from Fall Break, I've watched a Halloween-themed movie, like "Coraline" last night. We were supposed to have had a Trick-or-Treating in the dorms for professor's children last night, but the Frankenstorm prevented this. Tonight I'm going to a reading of scary Classics stories in the Great Hall from 11:30pm to midnight.
Not only is Halloween surrounded by these celebrations, it is also a time to decorate. I love decorating.... This year, I have three mini pumpkins around my hearth and desk, Halloween-themed movie posters I cut out of the New York Times hanging on my walls, some Fall themed decorative items I got from Michaels, a "boo" pillow, and a "boo" blanket - or so I call them. The pillow and blanket are fleece with adorable white ghosts on them! They are so soft and I love them!
Halloween is also a time for companies to make money. Obviously this is a peak season for the candy companies. It is also a good time for decoration and craft stores. And, lots of TV channels can make special programming just for Halloween. ABC Family did a 13 Nights of Halloween, Disney Channel does a theme for Halloween each year in the month of October, etc. It also allows for TV show specials, like this week of "Once Upon A Time" featured Victor Frankenstein, which was pretty obvious from the time he said to Regina "I prefer Doctor" (not necessarily a direct quote, he said something along those lines).
My suggestions for enjoying Halloween are: watch a scary movie (or at least "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" - which I'm so sad to be missing), carve a pumpkin (or at least paint a pumpkin), wear a costume (even if it's something stupid like a name card saying "Hi, my name is Mitt Romney"), and make traditions (I always watch "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" and "Hocus Pocus").
Movie Suggestions:
- It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
- Hocus Pocus
- Scream (any of the four)
- Coraline
- The Haunting Hour: Don't Think About It
- any scary or supernatural-themed movie goes
- any cutesy movie, like Charlie Brown, goes
Music Suggestions:
- Thriller
- Harry Potter's Double Trouble
- The Monster Mash
If you're throwing a party, spend the extra money on Halloween-themed cups, plates, napkins, etc. It really livens up the party, even if it's just a Horror Movie party.
Just have fun and be safe! Happy Halloween!
Without doing research, I've gathered that Halloween is a spin-off of The Day of the Dead and All Hallows Eve, which fall around this time (October 31st). At least in America, it is a day for children to get dressed up in a costume and go door-to-door declaring "trick or treat?" and expecting to get treated. It also may be known as "Mischief Night", as a day to toilet-paper, egg, and graffiti private and public property. For college students, and who am I kidding...high school students, it's a time to dress slutty (for guys and girls) and party. If it weren't for the Frankenstorm, you'd be sure to see tons of students dressed is slutty costumes today. Because of the Frankenstorm, people like me settled on something warm and orange.
My celebrations for Halloween included going to see a scary movie, "The Cabin in the Woods", on Saturday evening, then going to two Halloween parties on campus, dressed as Minnie Mouse - I have a flapper costume, but chose not to wear it for convenience I would have worn it today had it not been for the Frankenstorm. Also, most nights since I've been back at college from Fall Break, I've watched a Halloween-themed movie, like "Coraline" last night. We were supposed to have had a Trick-or-Treating in the dorms for professor's children last night, but the Frankenstorm prevented this. Tonight I'm going to a reading of scary Classics stories in the Great Hall from 11:30pm to midnight.
Not only is Halloween surrounded by these celebrations, it is also a time to decorate. I love decorating.... This year, I have three mini pumpkins around my hearth and desk, Halloween-themed movie posters I cut out of the New York Times hanging on my walls, some Fall themed decorative items I got from Michaels, a "boo" pillow, and a "boo" blanket - or so I call them. The pillow and blanket are fleece with adorable white ghosts on them! They are so soft and I love them!
Halloween is also a time for companies to make money. Obviously this is a peak season for the candy companies. It is also a good time for decoration and craft stores. And, lots of TV channels can make special programming just for Halloween. ABC Family did a 13 Nights of Halloween, Disney Channel does a theme for Halloween each year in the month of October, etc. It also allows for TV show specials, like this week of "Once Upon A Time" featured Victor Frankenstein, which was pretty obvious from the time he said to Regina "I prefer Doctor" (not necessarily a direct quote, he said something along those lines).
My suggestions for enjoying Halloween are: watch a scary movie (or at least "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" - which I'm so sad to be missing), carve a pumpkin (or at least paint a pumpkin), wear a costume (even if it's something stupid like a name card saying "Hi, my name is Mitt Romney"), and make traditions (I always watch "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" and "Hocus Pocus").
Movie Suggestions:
- It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
- Hocus Pocus
- Scream (any of the four)
- Coraline
- The Haunting Hour: Don't Think About It
- any scary or supernatural-themed movie goes
- any cutesy movie, like Charlie Brown, goes
Music Suggestions:
- Thriller
- Harry Potter's Double Trouble
- The Monster Mash
If you're throwing a party, spend the extra money on Halloween-themed cups, plates, napkins, etc. It really livens up the party, even if it's just a Horror Movie party.
Just have fun and be safe! Happy Halloween!
Famous Scorpios
Marie Antoinette
Prince Charles
Hillary Clinton
Marie Curie
Leonardo DiCaprio
Bill Gates
Whoopi Goldberg
John Keats
Grace Kelly
Calvin Klein
Vivien Leigh
Martin Luther
Joseph McCarthy
Claude Monet
Demi Moore
Georgia O'Keeffe
Pablo Picasso
Sylvia Plath
Condoleezza Rice
Julia Roberts
Theodore Roosevelt
Meg Ryan
Winona Ryder
Martin Scorsese
Voltaire
Kurt Vonnegut
What big eyebrows you have!
Prince Charles
Hillary Clinton
Marie Curie
Leonardo DiCaprio
Bill Gates
Whoopi Goldberg
John Keats
Grace Kelly
Calvin Klein
Vivien Leigh
Martin Luther
Joseph McCarthy
Claude Monet
Demi Moore
Georgia O'Keeffe
Pablo Picasso
Sylvia Plath
Condoleezza Rice
Julia Roberts
Theodore Roosevelt
Meg Ryan
Winona Ryder
Martin Scorsese
Voltaire
Kurt Vonnegut
What big eyebrows you have!
Health Tips for Scorpios
Exercise:
- nothing too intense; try something challenging, but not something that may cripple you later
- swimming is probably the best form of exercise
Diet:
- AVOID alcohol!!!!
- consume lots of calcium rich foods, like milk
- seafood is the best source of protein
- green veggies!
- eat small portions at each meal
- do not miss a meal
Suggestions:
- take time to relax each day; try meditation
- bathe regularly
- nothing too intense; try something challenging, but not something that may cripple you later
- swimming is probably the best form of exercise
Diet:
- AVOID alcohol!!!!
- consume lots of calcium rich foods, like milk
- seafood is the best source of protein
- green veggies!
- eat small portions at each meal
- do not miss a meal
Suggestions:
- take time to relax each day; try meditation
- bathe regularly
What You Need to Know About Scorpios
Scorpios are very emotional, jealous, and secretive. They often create an air of mystique. They tend to be vindictive, yet misunderstood. They really enjoy sparring conversations. Scorpios can also have a superiority complex and tend to like to dominate in a relationship.
Random Facts:
Scorpio is a feminine, water, and fixed sign. Ruled by Pluto, Scorpio represents death (quite fitting that Halloween falls under this sign) and wealth. They are often driven by what they believe to be fate. Scorpio is also the most sexual sign.
Random Facts:
Scorpio is a feminine, water, and fixed sign. Ruled by Pluto, Scorpio represents death (quite fitting that Halloween falls under this sign) and wealth. They are often driven by what they believe to be fate. Scorpio is also the most sexual sign.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Sagittarius Matches
I will begin with the sign most compatible to Sagittarius and move down from there.
Also, examples are very difficult to find, so some won't have examples just yet, if I discover them, I'll revise my post.
Sagittarius - Aquarius is the second most harmonious match of the zodiac. Neither sign is defined by emotion in relationships, which helps them to understand each other. Neither will expect to be fully committed or expect it from the other. Both are lovers of the new and newly innovated, they also are signs that create people who enjoy living (meaning they appreciate having life quite literally). They are also both idealists and typically humanitarians. Although Aquarius is known for being opinionated, Sagittarius won't mind them being solid in their opinions. They just won't care all that much. Sexually, they are very compatible as well. In both everyday life and such they will almost always have fun together.
In this relationship it doesn't really matter who is who gender-wise. They are just compatible together regardless.
Examples: Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston; Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest
Sagittarius - Aries is one of the MOST sexual matches of the zodiac. Although specific interests may very, typically the two enjoy each other's company because they can both constantly share about their favorite activities. Sagittarius is usually willing to try anything at least once, so if their interests don't match initially, Aries can plan for the Sagittarius to at least try out some of the Aries' interests. They are also both very active and social, preferring to constantly be engaged. Both can be very explosive when bothered by something and both typically hide their sensitivities, but they tend to get over things pretty fast, so it ends up being okay.
This relationship isn't very gender dependent either.
Example: Kenneth Branagh and Emma Thompson
Sagittarius - Leo is a pretty good match. Leo and Sagittarius are equally social and are lovers of life. Leos seem intriguing to Sagittarians because Leos are confident and therefore striking in a way and they also seems like a challenge to conquer, which can be good or bad. But, Leos typically cannot be conquered unless you were to insult them significantly, then they'll essentially cry about. The fact that Leos cannot be conquered keeps Sagittarius constantly on its toes. Leo will allow Sagittarius freedom as long as they Sagittarius doesn't cheat.
This sign is somewhat gender dependent. Leo women tend to have a difficult time in relationships. So as long as the woman is a Sagittarius, it should be wonderful. I'm not saying it won't work out for a Leo woman in this relationship, but typically the only match for a Leo woman that really works out is with Libra, Leo - Leo is a perfect match for raising a family but doesn't usually work out romantically.
Example: Gary Morton and Lucille Ball
Sagittarius - Libra is an interesting match. Librans can charm Sagittarians, but if it weren't for that fact, they probably wouldn't be a very good match. Sagittarius will always keep Libra on its toes because balance will be constantly thrown out of place, not necessarily in bad ways, but Libra will constantly be trying to fix this. Librans are a bit too home-bound for Sagittarians, but because Libra is so charming, Sagittarius will be intrigued enough to stick around. This couple is a bit unnatural together, but if the Libra loves the Sagittarius, it'll work out. In this case, the relationship is dependent on the Libra.
It is most likely that if the Sagittarius is female, the relationship will be more smooth than if the Sagittarius is male. Both signs are masculine and like to dominate. Not being able to dominate would bother a Sagittarius male and the Libra female is likely to be a little too sensitive and romantic for the Sagittarius to truly appreciate.
Example:
Sagittarius - Taurus is a common match although they aren't considered very Astrologically compatible. Taurus is probably the most fixed of the fixed signs and is very hard to reason with once their minds are set. They also despise criticism and Sagittarius will say whatever it is thinking. Also, typically Taurus likes control, while Sagittarius CANNOT stand being controlled. Taurus also HATES change, while Sagittarius needs change to be happy. Taurus takes comfort in home and material goods, while Sagittarius likes things, they don't need to hang-on to things. This can cause problems if they ever get to the point of settling down together. Overall, it can make a very unhappy marriage. If the Sagittarius is truly in love or committed the relationship could work, but this is very unlikely at least on the long-term for the Sagittarius.
Gender isn't really applicable.
Example:
Sagittarius - Gemini is unlikely to work, as they are opposites; however, this match is the most favorable of all opposite matches. Both have selfish tendencies; Gemini consciously and Sagittarius unconsciously. They are an excellent match sexually. They are also both very active and will enjoy each other's company, as long as remains on a superficial level. Gemini can be a bit demanding and that's not something Sagittarius can handle. As friends and sexual partners, these two are great, but further than that, they should stay away from each other.
Gender makes no difference in this relationship.
Example: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Sagittarius - Cancer rarely works outs. Cancer is very sensitive, moody, and emotional. Sagittarius can't handle the sensitivity nor emotion levels of Cancer. The moodiness is intriguing to Sagittarius, but as soon as it looks deeper at Cancer, Sagittarius will want to run away on a new pursuit. Also, it wouldn't work in the long run because Cancer loves home too much.
A Sagittarius woman with a Cancer man may work if the Sagittarius is very committed. But, it's even unlikely because she'll become miserable from being at home too much. Sagittarians NEED change or they become miserable.
Example:
Sagittarius - Virgo both enjoy conversations, which is the only reason this couple may be intrigued by one another. At first Virgo will greatly entertain Sagittarius with its sarcasm and sometimes fun-loving behavior, but after a while Sagittarius will begin to notice the calm and reserved behavior of Virgo and become very bored. Virgo is also not sexual enough for Sagittarius. Virgo will also expect commitment, which Sagittarius avoids. Typically they don't understand each other, which for a while will intrigue Sagittarius, but eventually will just begin to annoy it. As anything more than friends, this relationship should be avoided.
It is more likely that a Sagittarius woman will fall for a Virgo man, than the opposite. The Virgo man may be intriguing enough for the Sagittarius woman if she's looking to have a family is is just very in-love with the man. This is most likely if they were friends long before their relationship.
Example:
Sagittarius - Scorpio is one of the worst possible matches romantically. Because Sagittarius is sooo active, Scorpio has a tendency to become majorly jealous and angry. Scorpio is also a bit too intense both sexually and psychologically for Sagittarius to handle, as Sagittarius is such a lighthearted sign. The two really don't understand each other.
I don't think gender plays a role here; both should stay away from each other.
Example:
Sagittarius - Sagittarius is a complicated match. They share the same interests and values, yet by hypocrisy this couple tends to not last. Neither partner is very committed on the surface and there tends to be a lot of issues of cheating. From my observations of a couple both being Sagittarians, they are not committed in the short term, but tend to be committed in the long term. They have their issues, including cheating, but come back together. Totes complicated.
Example:
Sagittarius - Capricorn has a lot of issues as a match. Capricorn is typically melancholy and not too pleased with life, while Sagittarius loves life. Capricorn has its own set of rules on the best ways to get things down, usually being very conservative and cautious; whereas Sagittarius won't usually get caught up on the details. If they can get over the little things that bother them about each other, it can work, at least for a time. The big issue will probably end up being that Sagittarius isn't committed enough for Capricorn to be content and Sagittarius won't understand this.
I'd say that it's worse with a Sagittarius female and a Capricorn male because Capricorn males tend to be even more melancholy than Capricorn females.
Example: Jane Austen and Tom Lefroy; Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
Sagittarius - Pisces probably won't work out as a match. Pisces is way too emotional for Sagittarius to handle in the long run. Sagittarius can't understand why Pisces gets so riled up emotionally. Pisces needs more sensitivity.
A Sagittarius woman is most likely not going to be okay with an emotional Pisces man; she'd think him too weak. A Sagittarius man most likely wouldn't have patience for a Pisces woman. So neither combinations are likely to work out.
Example:
I don't think gender plays a role here; both should stay away from each other.
Example:
Sagittarius - Sagittarius is a complicated match. They share the same interests and values, yet by hypocrisy this couple tends to not last. Neither partner is very committed on the surface and there tends to be a lot of issues of cheating. From my observations of a couple both being Sagittarians, they are not committed in the short term, but tend to be committed in the long term. They have their issues, including cheating, but come back together. Totes complicated.
Example:
Sagittarius - Capricorn has a lot of issues as a match. Capricorn is typically melancholy and not too pleased with life, while Sagittarius loves life. Capricorn has its own set of rules on the best ways to get things down, usually being very conservative and cautious; whereas Sagittarius won't usually get caught up on the details. If they can get over the little things that bother them about each other, it can work, at least for a time. The big issue will probably end up being that Sagittarius isn't committed enough for Capricorn to be content and Sagittarius won't understand this.
I'd say that it's worse with a Sagittarius female and a Capricorn male because Capricorn males tend to be even more melancholy than Capricorn females.
Example: Jane Austen and Tom Lefroy; Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
Sagittarius - Pisces probably won't work out as a match. Pisces is way too emotional for Sagittarius to handle in the long run. Sagittarius can't understand why Pisces gets so riled up emotionally. Pisces needs more sensitivity.
A Sagittarius woman is most likely not going to be okay with an emotional Pisces man; she'd think him too weak. A Sagittarius man most likely wouldn't have patience for a Pisces woman. So neither combinations are likely to work out.
Example:
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Something New
Because of a recent request from a hallmate for an analysis between the match of Virgo-Sagittarius, I've decided to add a new "special" kind of blog post. For each Astrological sign, I will be analyzing its match with all the other signs beginning with Sagittarius, as the analysis was requested by a Sagittarius and going through the signs of people on my hall first. My hallmates, or Customs Group, includes two Sagittarius', two Capricorns, two Geminis, two Scorpios, an Aries, a Taurus, a Virgo (though technically two b/c our HA is also a Virgo), an Aquarius, and a Pisces. After I've finished all the signs in roughly that order, I will then finish with the remaining signs - Cancer, Leo, and Libra. I will not make redundant match analysis' (ex. Sagittarius - Aquarius is the same as Aquarius - Sagittarius, so I will not repeat the analysis when I analyse the matches for Aquarius). My first post (for Sagittarius) will appear sometime over the next week (so it should be posted by next Tuesday).
One thing to keep in mind about Astrological matches (for romantic relationships specifically) is that although a match may typically be a "bad" one, matches are dependent upon Moon Signs and Ascendants, as well as the sexes of those in each sign. In these posts, I will analyse only the compatibility of Sun signs and the role gender plays in it. I will not analyse how the Moon and Rising signs play a role.
One thing to keep in mind about Astrological matches (for romantic relationships specifically) is that although a match may typically be a "bad" one, matches are dependent upon Moon Signs and Ascendants, as well as the sexes of those in each sign. In these posts, I will analyse only the compatibility of Sun signs and the role gender plays in it. I will not analyse how the Moon and Rising signs play a role.
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Famous Librans
Julie Andrews
Truman Capote
Ray Charles
Simon Cowell
Matt Damon
Hilary Duff
Dwight D. Eisenhower
T.S. Eliot
William Faulkner
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Gandhi
Ralph Lauren
John Lennon
Gwyneth Paltrow
Anne Rice
Mickey Rooney
Eleanor Roosevelt
Ashlee Simpson
Will Smith
Gwen Stefani
Margaret Thatcher
Usher
Barbara Walters
Oscar Wilde
Serena Williams
Avril Lavigne
Bruno Mars
Josh Hutcherson
So many writers in one respect or another!
Truman Capote
Ray Charles
Simon Cowell
Matt Damon
Hilary Duff
Dwight D. Eisenhower
T.S. Eliot
William Faulkner
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Gandhi
Ralph Lauren
John Lennon
Gwyneth Paltrow
Anne Rice
Mickey Rooney
Eleanor Roosevelt
Ashlee Simpson
Will Smith
Gwen Stefani
Margaret Thatcher
Usher
Barbara Walters
Oscar Wilde
Serena Williams
Avril Lavigne
Bruno Mars
Josh Hutcherson
So many writers in one respect or another!
Health Tips for Librans
Exercise:
- try crunches and sit-ups
- yoga with a focus on the back can be very beneficial
Diet:
- avoid sugar, fat, and acidic foods
- avoid red meat
- the fresher the food, the better
- nuts are great for skin
- drink lots of water and avoid much alcohol
Suggestions:
- unhappiness majorly effects health; stay/get out of dysfunctional relationships and situations
- keep hands and feet warm during the winter, especially when outside
- avoid excess in anything
What You Need to Know About Librans
Librans love social life, as long as it is harmonious. They are all about balance and often fairness and justice. Typically, they have the best social manners in that they know them and are not awkward in displaying them. They are at their best when they have a partner, whether it is as friends or romantically inclined.
Random Facts:
Libra is a masculine, air, and cardinal sign. Ruled by Venus, Libra is inclined to love the beautiful as well as social interactions. They love the good and breakdown around the bad or inharmonious.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Bryn Mawr College Traditions
This is a non-detailed list of the traditions and superstitions that I am aware of at the current time at Bryn Mawr College.
1. Customs Week - essentially freshwomen, transfer, and McBride student's orientation; lead by sophomores
2. Tea Parties - depending on who is hosting the "Tea" there may or may not actually be hot tea; Teas are typically formulated around a specific topic or group; for example my Customs people hosted a Tea for my Customs group (which is the group of freshwomen on my hall) - I am planning on hosting an astrology Tea!
3. Friendship Poles (which no longer exist) - whoever you're walking with must go around or through the poles by Pem Arch on the same side as you or you'll have a major argument
4. Senior Steps - don't touch them unless you're a Senior, you won't graduate
5. Senior Row - don't walk all the way down the path of trees in the middle of campus unless you are a Senior, you won't graduate; if you loop one, you're fine
6. Bryn Mawr Chant - don't start it unless you are a Senior, you won't graduate
7. Don't kiss on Moon Bench - you'll break-up with whoever you kiss
8. Kiss under Rock Arch - you'll have a lasting relationship with the person you kiss
9. All of the "bad" things can be reversed by giving a SINCERE offering to Athena, located in Thomas Great Hall
10. Parade Night - freshwomen run through Pem Arch and down the concrete area there while being pelted with water balloons by the sophomores and flowers, candy, bread crumbs, glitter, and confetti by the juniors the first Friday after classes begin
11. Step Sings - lots of singing
12. Lantern Night - freshwomen receive their lanterns
13. Hell Week - hazing week; includes Duck Pond Run (running to Haverford's duck pond and getting pushed in at the beginning of the month of FEBRUARY!)
14. May Day - white dresses, pole dancing, singing, picnicking
15. Senior Bell Ringing - Seniors each ring the bell in Taylor after they finish their finals for the number of their graduating class
16. Fall Frolic - second Friday after classes begin where the student body gathers for picnicking and club sign-ups
There are probably more, but I don't know them yet. :/ And some of the details have been left out in case any potential freshwomen read this, because at least for Parade Night, there are some surprises that I wouldn't want to ruin for them! :)
1. Customs Week - essentially freshwomen, transfer, and McBride student's orientation; lead by sophomores
2. Tea Parties - depending on who is hosting the "Tea" there may or may not actually be hot tea; Teas are typically formulated around a specific topic or group; for example my Customs people hosted a Tea for my Customs group (which is the group of freshwomen on my hall) - I am planning on hosting an astrology Tea!
3. Friendship Poles (which no longer exist) - whoever you're walking with must go around or through the poles by Pem Arch on the same side as you or you'll have a major argument
4. Senior Steps - don't touch them unless you're a Senior, you won't graduate
5. Senior Row - don't walk all the way down the path of trees in the middle of campus unless you are a Senior, you won't graduate; if you loop one, you're fine
6. Bryn Mawr Chant - don't start it unless you are a Senior, you won't graduate
7. Don't kiss on Moon Bench - you'll break-up with whoever you kiss
8. Kiss under Rock Arch - you'll have a lasting relationship with the person you kiss
9. All of the "bad" things can be reversed by giving a SINCERE offering to Athena, located in Thomas Great Hall
10. Parade Night - freshwomen run through Pem Arch and down the concrete area there while being pelted with water balloons by the sophomores and flowers, candy, bread crumbs, glitter, and confetti by the juniors the first Friday after classes begin
11. Step Sings - lots of singing
12. Lantern Night - freshwomen receive their lanterns
13. Hell Week - hazing week; includes Duck Pond Run (running to Haverford's duck pond and getting pushed in at the beginning of the month of FEBRUARY!)
14. May Day - white dresses, pole dancing, singing, picnicking
15. Senior Bell Ringing - Seniors each ring the bell in Taylor after they finish their finals for the number of their graduating class
16. Fall Frolic - second Friday after classes begin where the student body gathers for picnicking and club sign-ups
There are probably more, but I don't know them yet. :/ And some of the details have been left out in case any potential freshwomen read this, because at least for Parade Night, there are some surprises that I wouldn't want to ruin for them! :)
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
T-422 minutes
Less than eight hours left until I move in to college later this morning. Although I've been prepping my packing for WEEKS, it seems like everything has had to be re-packed, re-organized. I have to admit that my anxiety level is WAY up and I've kind of been on my tippy-toes all day while running around in circles screaming (not literally).
Pretty much everything is packed and ready to go out to our car in approximately three hours. I haven't quite comprehended that we're waking up at 4am and it's already 1:18am. I still have to take a shower, unhook the printer, and finish copying all my files (I am currently copying these files, allowing me the chance to blog) onto a hard-drive so that I can later put some on my new computer, which I spent a couple hours yesterday setting up.
The most frustrating thing right now is that we have to clean out our car in the morning because we couldn't tonight due to the nasty night-time crawlers (aka bugs/spiders). Two GIGANTIC spiders with mad creeps bodies decided to build there beautiful typical spider webs right above the stairs leading up to our apartment. If they aren't gone in the morning, we (meaning my mother) will have to exterminate them, which is unfortunate considering they are munching on the nasty mosquitoes that are currently infesting the country.
I don't really know what else to say right now. What a stupid way to end a blog post, I know, but I'm really tired and flustered and bored.
Oh, oh, I know what else. I can't bring my DVDs or all my shoes tomorrow because we won't have enough room in our car :'( so sad. My mom will have to bring them down later. Hopefully everything else will fit. I've had to consolidate a lot of items/their carrying items.
Also, I'm the last to leave of my friends for college (who are of that age, obviously). AND, I don't even start classes until after Labor Day! :D
Well, goodbye until I'm officially a college student.
Pretty much everything is packed and ready to go out to our car in approximately three hours. I haven't quite comprehended that we're waking up at 4am and it's already 1:18am. I still have to take a shower, unhook the printer, and finish copying all my files (I am currently copying these files, allowing me the chance to blog) onto a hard-drive so that I can later put some on my new computer, which I spent a couple hours yesterday setting up.
The most frustrating thing right now is that we have to clean out our car in the morning because we couldn't tonight due to the nasty night-time crawlers (aka bugs/spiders). Two GIGANTIC spiders with mad creeps bodies decided to build there beautiful typical spider webs right above the stairs leading up to our apartment. If they aren't gone in the morning, we (meaning my mother) will have to exterminate them, which is unfortunate considering they are munching on the nasty mosquitoes that are currently infesting the country.
I don't really know what else to say right now. What a stupid way to end a blog post, I know, but I'm really tired and flustered and bored.
Oh, oh, I know what else. I can't bring my DVDs or all my shoes tomorrow because we won't have enough room in our car :'( so sad. My mom will have to bring them down later. Hopefully everything else will fit. I've had to consolidate a lot of items/their carrying items.
Also, I'm the last to leave of my friends for college (who are of that age, obviously). AND, I don't even start classes until after Labor Day! :D
Well, goodbye until I'm officially a college student.
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Famous Virgos
Lance Armstrong
Ingrid Bergman
Agatha Christie
Sean Connery
Cameron Diaz
Queen Elizabeth I
Jeremy Irons
Richard Gere
Michael Jackson
Stephen King
John McCain
Regis Philbin
Keanu Reeves
Charlie Sheen
George R. R. Martin
Upton Sinclair
Mother Teresa
H. G. Wells
Jack Black
Adam Sandler
Blake Lively
Tim Burton
Salma Hayek
Alexis Bledel
Prince Harry
Mostly actors.
Ingrid Bergman
Agatha Christie
Sean Connery
Cameron Diaz
Queen Elizabeth I
Jeremy Irons
Richard Gere
Michael Jackson
Stephen King
John McCain
Regis Philbin
Keanu Reeves
Charlie Sheen
George R. R. Martin
Upton Sinclair
Mother Teresa
H. G. Wells
Jack Black
Adam Sandler
Blake Lively
Tim Burton
Salma Hayek
Alexis Bledel
Prince Harry
Mostly actors.
Health Tips for Virgos
Exercise:
- try yoga and other non-intensive exercises
- walk at a leisurely pace daily for about half an hour
Diet:
- try to stick to bland food
- avoid foods too thick, like gravy
- avoid fried food
- eat only "clean" food, like green veggies, whole wheat, nuts, citrus fruit, melons
- avoid sugar, try honey instead
- avoid chocolate
Suggestions:
- be gentle with skin; eat well to keep skin nice
- take time out each day to relax; perhaps try meditation
- avoid medication
- try yoga and other non-intensive exercises
- walk at a leisurely pace daily for about half an hour
Diet:
- try to stick to bland food
- avoid foods too thick, like gravy
- avoid fried food
- eat only "clean" food, like green veggies, whole wheat, nuts, citrus fruit, melons
- avoid sugar, try honey instead
- avoid chocolate
Suggestions:
- be gentle with skin; eat well to keep skin nice
- take time out each day to relax; perhaps try meditation
- avoid medication
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