I have been really battling with myself on what to say and what can I do. I am frustrated with thinking we are constantly going around and around in circles and saddened by Police taking another person of color’s life.
We have to make a change!
It saddens me that in response to George Floyd’s murder more violence has occurred. David Dorn, a person of color, a retired police captain of 38 years, was shot and killed by a looter in a Saint Louis pawn shop. His killer, also a person of color has not been found yet.
David Dorn, Retired Police Captain
I stand with the peaceful protestors who are marching online and in the streets for better laws in states to protect Black Americans. Black lives Do Matter and the only way to show that is to speak up and be heard.
We have to make a change.
I stand yelling with a humble cry for ways to educate and make a positive change.
George Floyd
I know many of you have signed the petitions that brought the three police officers to face charges with Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. It’s not over so we have to continue to pray and stand strong.
We also have to take a stand for Breonna Taylor whose birthday is today, she would have been 27 years old.
“Breonna Taylor was an award-winning EMT and model citizen. She loved her family and community. She worked at two hospitals as an essential worker during the pandemic.
One month ago, a division of the Louisville Police Department performed an illegal, unannounced drug raid on her home. Not a single officer announced themselves before ramming down her door and firing 22 shots, shooting Breonna 8 times, killing her.
Not only were the police at the WRONG HOUSE, but the man they were looking for had already been arrested earlier that day.”
The officers have not been fired, arrested, or charged with any crime.
Please sign the petition at Change.org calling for justice. I found out about this on Katy Perry’s Facebook page. She’s right it takes two minutes or less. #JusticeforBreonna #HappyBirthdayBreonna
Beauty really doesn’t need to be all that complicated. In fact, sometimes it’s the small, simple things that can be the most effective for enhancing our look. With that in mind, if you are looking for some straightforward beauty boosts, keep reading my post below.
Try a new product It’s easy to get stuck in a rut without our beauty routines. However, sometimes one small change can be all we need to make a significant difference! In particular, look out for a new product that could replace or enhance what you are already using but in a more effective way.
A great example of this is the many serums for skin that are now on the market. This is because they both moisturize and nourish while delivering specific ingredients designed to target article issues such as dullness, dark circles, lines, or dryness. In fact, it is often the oil base of the serum that allows these specific nutrients to be properly absorbed by the skin in the targeted areas. Something that makes them much more effective.
Improve your diet They say that a six-pack is made in the kitchen, and considering we are what we eat, the same goes for our beauty. In fact, we can radically improve how we look by sticking to a healthy diet.
In particular, that means lots of antioxidant foods such as blueberries and kale. This is because these foods will help to transport oxidants out of your bloodstream and prevent lines and wrinkles. Additionally, staying hydrated on the inside as well as the outside is vital too.
Also, do forget to give sugar, and trans fatty acids a wide berth as well! In fact, sugar can cause inflammation in the body that will aggravate any current or underlying skin conditions such as acne.
Treat yourself to a home beauty treatment Probably my favorite way of boosting beauty is to treat myself to a home beauty treatment. After all, it’s not just doing you good but can also be a very enjoyable experience.
The good news is that there are many beauty treatments to do at home to choose from. With some of the most popular being face or hair masks that contain only everyday household ingredients. Whether you opt for an egg or mayonnaise mask for your hair or a homemade face mask, you’ll get some good results.
Move your body Yes, that’s right; moving your body can absolutely help boost your beauty. We’re not talking about trying to lose weight to conform to some unrealistic beauty standards either. In fact, when we do aerobic exercises like running, dancing, or a fitness class, it causes our bodies to sweat.
This is actually a great way of getting rid of any nasty toxins in the skin. Additionally, by working out, you can improve circulation and get plenty of oxygen to your skin. Therefore if you want to boost your beauty, working out regularly is a must!
Finally, don’t forget that when exercising, the skin is being worked out as well. Something that helps it to keep its elasticity and therefore, can help prevent wrinkles and fine lines!
If not think about what makes you happy and set aside time to do it and enjoy every moment. I enjoy gardening, it relaxes me and gives me energy at the same time. I get a feeling of accomplishment when I plant those flowers and vegetables. My hubby and I planted marigolds, lavender, spearmint, and vegetables in pots.
When we do something kind for ourselves it is such a boost to our inner self and we glow and that benefit makes us shine on the outside.
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I have been working on not complaining and looking inward during this time. I know that I am looking at myself differently. May is my birthday month. This year it has not been so much about getting things but spending time in reflection. Looking at what really matters and what is important to me.
On the day of my birthday, my hubby and I ventured out to Home Depot and purchased flowers and vegetables for our backyard. After not going out to many places, it felt good and was invigorating to get outside and planting our annual garden.
The lemon balm and zinnias that we planted last year came back, even though they are annuals and were not suppose to make through the winter. You do not need a large space to plant some of your favorite foliage or vegetables. My hubby and I have a nice size backyard, but our friend from church that has acres. You can take any size yard and make it work for you. For me, I find peace when I am working with my flowers and picking the home-grown vegetables. If you notice I have on gloves not only to keep the dirt out of my nails but just in case I have to move a worm to another part of the garden or yard.
If you are a new Gardner you may want to start out with hardy flowers like marigolds or zinnias. Tomatoes or bell peppers are also good to plant with your flowers or in pots. Bees are attracted to the colors and will pollinate both flowers and vegetables. Whatever flowers or vegetables you decide to plant, make sure after you plant them you water them when they are growing. I use a good organic fertilizer once a month to give that extra boost in growth.
Please let me know what plants bring a smile to your face?
Whether we like it or not the summer will arrive and we will be experiencing much hotter weather than we have done up until recently. There will always be a change in temperature and we will experience some extreme Weather conditions in the way of hot sun and dry weather. This can be excellent for hiking because visibility is great and we can claim without worrying about rain or fog. The only issue with this is if we find ourselves overheating or dehydrated of course. So here are some ideas on how you can stay cool while hiking in the summer this year and enjoy your hiking experience to the absolute max.
Clothing
The clothes that you wear whilst your hiking can make a big difference to how you feel, making sure that you are wearing clothing that is wicked in and help you with any post Curacion, such as Curves N Combatboots, and that your clothing isn’t too heavy or dark-colored since this attracts the Sun and can help you overheat or burn. It’s essential to make sure that any pieces of clothing that don’t quite cover your skin, is substituted for sun-cream as well, as the UV rays can be quite damaging to your skin. So ensuring that you have Light and comfortable clothing, and you are careful with your choices, means you should avoid any discomfort in the long run. This also extends to hats, since protecting your head from sunburn and sunstroke is essential.
Hydration Staying hydrated is the key to enjoy on a hike during the summer. There are plenty of different gadgets you can buy that will help you overcome this potential hazard and even backpacks that you can fill up with water and drink as you walk. This reduces the amount of messing around and can save you a lot of time whilst hydrating you. It’s good to take some juicy fruit with you as well such as oranges as they will help with your vitamin levels to. Making sure that you are prepared is the number one priority, so carry on everything you need with you is a great idea.
Route
The route you take when you go hike in during the summer can essentially make or break the walk. You can find yourself in open fields with the Sun beating down, or in shaded areas that can feel much more comfortable to you. Checking out the area if you don’t know it well, asking local people for some advice, and ensuring that you are doing everything you can to provide yourselves and your height can friends with a good route to start with, will save you having any regrets when you are overheating in an exposed area. Sometimes following a river or canal path can help you find a decent route, and at the very least you can splash in the water to cool down if safe to do so. Many people find this is a good way to enjoy a hike.
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