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<title>Personalize Your Birthday Invitation Messages: How to Go Beyond the Standard</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Birthday invitation messages are sometimes even more important than the design of the invites. For one, these words express the celebrant's feelings. But words in invitations can only be effective if you chose the right ones.

In choosing your birthday invitation messages, you need to keep in mind a number of considerations. Here are some of them.

Sources of messages
If you would like to go beyond the standard where, what and when in invitation wording, adding a few personal lines is just the thing. You can compose your own message, choose a song stanza that best describes you or the celebrant (if you are not him or her), pick a few lines from a favorite poem or use quotes. You can search the Internet if you're out of ideas or read old invites or cards. Books, magazines and other print materials are also good sources for quotes and poems.

Subjects of messages
Whatever form of message you prefer to use, they should always be chosen with the celebrant in mind. They could be chosen to convey what the celebrant feels about the special day or to represent the best aspects of his personality or to give a hint of his deeper characteristics that are not obvious to everyone who knew him. Messages in invitations can also be a way for the celebrant to express his gratitude to the friends being invited or to emphasize how important it is for him that the invitee joins him in his special day.

Guidelines for message etiquette
First thing to do - make it brief. Don't be tempted to write a novella or use the invitations to describe or promote yourself. If you are not the celebrant but is tasked to come up with the goods, make sure that your message will bring only the celebrant's good aspects to light. Avoid making tactless jokes. If you want the message to be humorous, exercise caution. Never make a joke pertaining to the celebrant or his guests. Don't make the celebrant's age the subject of your humor either, because humorous will be the last thing your message will be. Don't be overly dramatic either, birthdays are meant to be celebrated, not lamented.

Information for invitees
The guests should be informed about things like dress code, activities and the theme of the party. Be clear about instructions. If the venue is a bit complicated to get to, don't clog the invitations with details, just attach a simple map or call the invitees for additional details or directions. Don't ask for gifts through invitations, it is improper and in poor taste. If the party is only for adults or not for kids, don't include that information on the invites. Just call the guests and tell them in a subtle way that children might not appreciate the event. You could mention that it will start or end late so as to discourage those who are planning to bring any of their kids.

Birthday invitation messages are not that hard to compose as long as you know the celebrant quite well. If you are the celebrant and you decide to compose your own message, then do consider your guests and make sure that what you're going to say will not offend or bore any of them. ]]></description>
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<title>A 40th Birthday Invitation for Every Type of Celebration</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Your 40th birthday invitation should reflect the type of party that you will be holding. It should be informative and creative enough to encourage guests to show up at your celebration. Keep in mind that the success of a party starts with how effective your invitations are in convincing guests to attend it.

The 40th birthday invitation that you are going to send out should give an idea of what type of party is going to be held. Is it a formal event or a casual one? An outdoor get-together or a party at an exclusive venue? To help you design your invites appropriately, here are some pointers.

1. Formal event. If you are holding a sit-down formal dinner, the invitations should be simple and subdued in design. If the event calls for a black tie or formal clothing, make sure that you put that information on the invitation. Invites for formal dinners are usually comprised of a special paper of white or cream color. Commonly, only two colors are used (three at the most), the color of the paper and the color of the ink. Words that tell of the when and the where should be there also. If you wish to add a few personal notes, keep it serious and simple.

2. Informal event. If it's a casual get-together, then you can add more shades or colors and use fancier designs. But remember to tone it a bit since guests will likely belong to the same age group as the celebrant and kaleidoscope designs might be less appreciated by this age group. Choose the design that represents the celebrant best but also gives an idea of what type of party will be held.

3. Invitatations for him and for her. For women celebrants, pastel shades are ideal, while male celebrants would likely prefer earth colors or shades of blue. In any case, ask the celebrant's preference, unless it's a surprise party. Again, don't play too much with colors. Three shades should do it.

4. Consider the invitees. If your party will be attended by both close friends and colleagues, you might need more than one set of invites. The invitations you will send to special friends and close relatives might not be suitable for guests like business people or politicians or other high-profile invitees, particularly if you made the invites for personal friends more casual than the event calls for. If you have the time and resources, create at least two sets, one for those who will understand the less-than-formal message and one for the people who only see you in your business suit.

In designing or choosing a 40th birthday invitation, make sure that you consider the nature of the celebration and the people who will be attending it. Don't just pick something that you see on the shelf, give it a bit more thought. Forty, after all, is a landmark event and it should be treated as such. ]]></description>
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<title>Acne Cures that Do Not Cost A Cent!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Acne cures might not even be needed if you can stop pimples even before they start. Maintaining a healthy skin is important if you wish to avoid the curse of the zit, or any other skin problem, for that matter. Below is a list of simple practices that you can use - without having to shell out any money - to protect yourself from acne.

Acne cures for free
1. Eat right. When we say right, we mean healthy. A healthy diet has more fresh fruits and vegetables and less junk foods. Foods might not cause acne, but they sure do make it worse. Aside from avoiding acne, a healthy, balanced diet can also help you avoid other diseases that go with poor eating habits.

2. Exercise. It promotes better blood circulation, gives your pores more chance to take in oxygen and gives your skin a certain glow.

3. Relax. Take a few minutes everyday to relax. You can do yoga or you can just sit on your desk and do breathing exercises for a few minutes. No matter what others say, stress can contribute to the onset of pimples. If you haven't noticed, the more harassed you are, the more terrible you look. Just take a look at your pores when you're stressed out!

4. Water, water, water. Drink lots of water. It helps you have a normal bowel movement, giving you a better chance of flushing out unwanted elements in your body. Healthy inside, healthy outside, right? Besides, water has always been known to be an important element in keeping skin healthy.

5. Avoid excessive drinking and smoking. Smoking and too much alcohol cause dehydration and lack of water is usually manifested in the skin. After a night of drinking, you might have noticed that your skin looks dull and dry. Now you don't have to wonder why.

6. Keep your skin clean. Clean your face before going to bed. Never go to bed wearing make-up. The ideal practice is to wash the face at least twice a day. If you have oily skin, three times will be better, just don't use harsh soaps and facial wash products heavy in chemicals.

7. Use natural facial cleansers. We said it won't cost a cent, right? Find fruits like papaya, orange, lemon or avocado in your kitchen and make a facial mask or pack. If you don't have these, you can use oatmeal, egg white or vinegar mixed with warm water. If you have more vegetables than fruits in your kitchen, use cucumber, tomatoes or cabbage. More than likely, you'll find at least a couple of these things in your home.

8. Keep your hands off your face. It cannot be more costless than this! Just leave your pimples alone and don't even think about squeezing them. No matter how many times you wash your hands, they should remain off your face.

Acne cures need not be expensive or complicated. If you take care of your skin using these very basic ways, then you might not need to worry about pimples at all. Always remember, prevention is still the best treatment. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Make Invitations Free: Saving Time and Money Without Sacrificing Creativity</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ If your birthday party budget is limited, then you have to make some smart organizing decisions. A minimal budget, though, should not discourage you from holding one heck of a birthday bash. Surely, there are ways to save a bit and still hold a spectacular celebration. One way - make invitations free!

Deciding to make invitations free does not mean that you will have to send inferior invites to your guests. Actually, this can be a chance for you to explore your creativity by making the invitations yourself or cutting out free samples from the Internet. If you need to make those cards with only a minimum of expense, here are some advice that you can follow.

1. Use your computer. If you have a PC at home or in your office (and you are allowed to use it for personal projects), search the Internet for party and art sites. You can access hundreds of ideas on how to make invitations for a very low price or you can just print the free samples that these sites offer. To make it even more easier, just send free online cards through e-mail to your friends and be done with it!

2. Make your own. Sending electronic invites through e-mail might be convenient, but it is not as touching as sending cards through post. If you want to save money for the stamps, then you can work on the invitations yourself. All you need is a few special papers, ink or colors and other accessories that you can buy from specialty shops. The good thing about making it yourself is that you can control how much you will be shelling out, and at the same time, it will be more personal and will be more meaningful.

3. Be eco-friendly. If buying those special papers and colored inks will still take a toll on your budget, use natural products. A walk in the park or in your backyard will provide you with a lot of materials that you can use to make those invitations. Leaves, wood bark, beads, sand, eggshells and everything that you can lay your hands on can be a potential ingredient to your creative project. A bit of patience and a creative mind is all you need to make the invitation-making project a success.

4. Cut-outs. You can use old cards and invitations or even colored magazines. Cut-outs and collages will not require too much from your pocket and can be attractive if you know how to make them right. Get some ideas from art sites or ask some of your artsy friends to contribute ideas on how to make your invites. Most of the time, it is not the materials that you use that is more important, but the ideas that you have in your head. And how you put these ideas to work.

To make invitations free, you have to exercise every ounce of creativity within you. It might seem like a lot of work, but you might be surprise at how much you can actually enjoy doing these things and how much talent you actually have when it comes to artwork. ]]></description>
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<title>Choosing the Appropriate Birthday Invitation Wording: What Is Enough and What Is Too Much</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Birthday invitation wording should be more than just a source of party information. The venue and the date of the celebration are, of course, important, but good wording in invitations should also include a personal touch from the celebrant and should observe proper etiquette.

If you're not too familiar with composing birthday invitation wording, a few of these guidelines will help lead you to the right path.

1. The age issue. Let's face it; some people (or most people) are not comfortable talking about their age or even revealing it to others. If the celebrant is beyond 18 years of age, the standard rule is not to mention his or her age on the invitation. No matter how close you are to the celebrant, mentioning a personal info like age is just not right. So unless you have expressed permission from the birthday person, don't bother.

2. Humor in words. Using humor is always effective. If you can convey the fun and enjoyment that guests can expect from the party through words, the better. But make sure that your jokes will not be offensive to anyone, particularly to the birthday celebrant. If you have to rely on humor, don't make the celebrant, or his guests, the object of the joke. No matter how funny you think the words are, the reality is that people have different interpretations of what's funny and what's not. Caution and sensitivity are the elements that you should exercise when you opt for humor in invitation words.

3. Be clear about party information. If you want to include a personal message, a poem or a quote, make sure that it is not too long. A couple of lines that effectively portray the celebrant's personality or words that express his joy at the invitee's involvement should be enough. When it comes to the party info, details about the venue and the time, instructions on certain activities and other pertinent information, should be stated clearly. If you have to give details on how to get to the venue, just attach a map or call the guest to give additional instructions. Don't try to squeeze long details into the invitation itself.

4. Emphasize the importance of the invitees. The invitations should be addressed by the celebrant and the guests' name should be spelled out. Aside from preventing confusion on who's being invited, writing the full name of the guest will make it more personal and will give the impression that her or his presence is highly desired for the occasion. If the celebrant wished to add a few personal lines for certain guests, that is the celebrant's privilege. Special friends or family members will be able to appreciate personal notes from the birthday celebrant.

Writing your own birthday invitation wording will be a great way to express yourself, but if you have to write them for someone else, make sure that you observe proper etiquette when it comes to inviting guests. ]]></description>
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<title>30th Birthday Invitations: Previewing an Important Celebration</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Before making your 30th birthday invitations, you have to understand that turning 30 is an important event. This is the period of a person's life when he or she is usually settled and has already built a career for himself or herself. Well, at least, it is as it should be. However, if you haven't established yourself career-wise or family-wise yet, turning 30 is still a reason to celebrate.

For 30th birthday invitations, the important thing is to make sure that these invites give guests an idea of how significant the event is to the person celebrating the special day. The invitations should mirror the theme and style of the party that will be held and should be catchy enough to make people want to come. Invitations, after all, are the first hurdles that you should overcome to make sure that your party is a success.

Choosing the theme
The theme of your invitations should reflect the style of the party. Whether it is a formal one or a casual dance event or an outdoor get-together, the invites should be able to tell guests what they can expect from the celebration. In choosing the design of your invitation, make sure that it depicts the nature of the birthday bash. You can choose designs based on what attracts you most, what you value most in life (your family, friends, career, etc.) and who the invitees are.

Sources of invitations
If you are a busy person, you can just print free samples of invites from the Internet or just send online cards through emails to your friends and other guests. Although this is very convenient, it will not have the same impact if you send the cards through post. If you have ample time before the party itself, sending invitations through mail will be better.

If you don't fancy searching through the Web, you can just purchase off-the-shelf invitations from stationery shops and specialty stores. This is another option that busy people can explore, although design and wording choices will not be as vast as those offered online. If you want it to be extra special and you have a knack for artistic activities, making the invitations yourself is your best option. Hand-made invitations bring a certain touch to the occasion and your guests will surely appreciate the effort you've exerted and if only for that, might be more than willing to attend the event.

Other factors that should be considered
Since it is an adult party, make sure that you give your guests enough time to prepare for it. A lot of them will likely have busy schedules and sending invites a couple of days before the actual event will be an imposition. Give them time to prepare, but also ask them to confirm whether they will attend or not. Knowing how many people will be able to make it will make the organizing job an easier one. And oh, don't forget to tell them if there is a dress code or a costume requirement, they will not appreciate it if they come to the party looking like the odd one out. 

When you make 30th birthday invitations, your personal preference is an important element, but your guests' convenience should also come into play. It will be more special if your guests enjoy it as much as you do. ]]></description>
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<title>Acne Skin Care Products: Potential Risks If You Chose the Wrong One</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Acne skin care products come in different sizes and different forms. There are creams, oils, facial wash formulas, soap bars and ointments marketed to millions of people who are trying to find a cure for their skin problems. But how to choose the right one? And what if you made the wrong choice? Below is a list of what you should consider and what problems you will be facing if you're not careful

Choosing the right acne skin care products
1. Seek the help of professionals. If you need a solution, particularly for the developed type of acne, don't hesitate to consult a doctor or a skin specialist. The money you will be paying them might be even less than the money you will spend if your condition worsens through experimentation.

2. Know your type of skin. Get a skin patch test. The treatment for acne for oily skin is different from those who have sensitive skin and even dry skin. Acne is only four letters, but its meaning and characteristics are more than double this number.

3. Know the products and procedures. Mild to moderate acne is generally treated by antibacterial ointments, antibiotics and retinoids. Each has its own pros and cons, sometimes depending on the individual's reaction to each. You also have hormonal treatment options for women, cosmetic procedures and laser therapies. The last two are for more developed forms of acne. Home remedies are also available for mild acne conditions. Fruits are the most common ingredients of such cures.

4. Learn the causes. It could be hormonal, unhygienic practices, allergies and even something far worse. Sometimes, acne might not be acne at all but a manifestation of some other condition. Always consult a doctor if you feel that your pimples are more than they appear.

The consequences of careless choices
1. Allergic reaction. Always take note of the medications you are using. They might have the potential of being harmful when combined with other drugs. At the same time, don't just buy anything off the shelf or use what your friend is using, it might work for him or her, but might be bad for you.

2. Extra costs. If you just buy a pimple cure without consulting your doctor and it didn't work, that's money already wasted.

3. Scarring. The longer you leave your pimples unattended, the more likely that they will leave their marks, particularly if you have a habit of squeezing or touching them. Don't wait until it's too late, address the problem at its onset.

4. Multiplying problems. If you experiment on a solution and it wasn't for you, it could create another problem or another health condition, which means that you now have to find a cure for your acne and the other problem caused by your erroneous choice of cure.

Acne skin care products are numerous and varied in their formulations and purpose. Always exercise caution when choosing your treatment or you might not solve the problem but actually make it worse or end up creating another. ]]></description>
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<title>Sources of Free Invitation Templates - How to Choose the Best One</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ There are tons of online sites that offer free invitation templates for birthday celebrations. If you're not that creative when it comes to words, you can always go to the Internet and look for ideas from party-planning sites, paper printing resources and even art-related sources. Whatever the occasion might be, the Internet can provide you with a lot of ideas and suggestions on how to go about composing those invitation words.

For the busy organizer, printing free invitation templates might be the best option. These free templates can be found in party sites and there are probably hundreds of them. Some of these are PartyCat, Gatsby and Paper Alchemy; just to name a few. You can either print the free materials or copy them and incorporate them into your personally-made designs. Sources are unlimited, but choosing the best one is another matter.

Since sites that offer such services are numerous, you might get a bit lost when it comes to choosing the appropriate template or words for your invitations. To help you choose the best one, here are some pointers.

1. What kind of party will you be holding? Is it formal? A child party? A party for a friend? Always consider the type of party for which the invitations are being made. Is it a black tie dinner? An outdoor event? A kiddie party? Whatever the case may be, your search will be much easier if you knew what kind of celebration you will be holding.

2. The age and personality of the celebrant. Of course, you cannot choose poetic and emotionally-laden invitation words if you are inviting kids, they just would not understand them yet. Select templates that best describe the celebrant's personality. If he or she is a fun-loving person, choose funny messages that highlight the celebrant's sense of humor. However, make sure that you don't go beyond being funny to being insolent. If you are not sure what is funny and what is tactless, forget about funny messages and stick with standard invitation words.

3. Make sure that the templates suit the invitation design. Poetic and serious messages do not suit a disco party-themed invitation, just like funny messages will not be appropriate for invitations for a formal dinner party. The best thing to do is to decide what design you will have for your invitation. This, of course, should reflect the theme of the party. Once you've selected your design, choosing the words will be much easier.

4. Use more than one template if the guests are diverse in terms of age and their relationship with the celebrant. A particular message might appeal to the celebrant's closest friends, but might not be appreciated by those whose connection with the birthday person is more formal and more professional. You can avoid the risk of offending anyone by using one set of message for one set of guests and a different one for another group of invitees. Just make sure that you can identify who's who in relation to the celebrant.

Free invitation templates make the job of creating invitation messages much easier. For the busy organizer, the answer to your dilemma is just one mouse click away. ]]></description>
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<title>The Hows and Whys of Dirt Jumping</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ One of the many sports commonly involving mountain bikes is known as dirt jumping. This particular sport is based on the idea of using shaped mounds of dirt to push yourself into the air. After takeoff, the challenge is to regain control over your vehicle of choice to ensure a safe landing in a specific spot. The sport can be played with several different rides. The most common of these are 20 inch wheels BMXs, Cruisers, mountain bikes and freestyle motocross. Of these, the mountain bike is without a doubt the favored choice.

Dirt jumping is not considered a competitive sport, but rather one you participate in for the simple enjoyment of it. The bikes used are manufactured by smaller, less known companies, which adds a little to the exclusiveness of the sport. Dirt jumpers consider their sport to be part of the underground, which is probably why there aren't that many competitions. Over the past few years, companies have begun to organize competitions with cash prizes for dirt jumping, but it still hasn't reached that stage where almost everyone has heard about it.

Some seem to think that dirt jumping, as a sport, is identical to mountain bike racing. This statement is false. While the two sports have some aspects in common, dirt jumping focuses more on the height and duration of the jump than who finishes the race faster. In addition, the number and quality of the tricks performed is also a factor. It is a far more dangerous sport than racing and takes many years and a lot of practice before the bruises stop appearing.

However, not all mountain bikes are necessarily suited for dirt jumping. The frames tend to be smaller than those used for other purposes and usually only have a rear brake. The size of the wheels is either 24 or 26 inches and the forks are rigid or short travel. The wheel size is especially important since it determines the shape of the takeoff. This is why, before starting to learn the sport, you should make sure your mountain bike is up to the task. Accidents have been known to happen because the participant did not have the proper equipment. Taking care of your mountain bike is extremely important, not only so that you can prevent yourself from breaking a leg or worse, but also so that you come out on top when you do those dangerous jumps. ]]></description>
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<title>What are the Different Kinds of Alopecia?</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Alopecia is a kind of disease where the autoimmune system of the body attacks the new cells forming in the hair follicles by mistake. Its main characteristic is hair loss that is sudden and random, as well as recurrent in some cases. Alopecia affects both men and women, regardless of age. There are different kinds of alopecia; the variation depends on where the disease occurs in the body, as well as its probable causes.

The different kinds of alopecia are as follows:

1. Alopecia Areata. Alopecia areata is a kind of alopecia that refers to hair loss that occurs in rounded patches. These patches can appear anywhere on the body.

2. Alopecia Totalis. Alopecia totalis refers to the loss of hair on the scalp. As the name suggests, alopecia totalis is total baldness.

3. Alopecia Universalis. Alopecia universalis is a kind of alopecia where the affected person loses all the hair on his or her body.

4. Alopecia Barbae. Alopecia barbae happens only with men. It is the loss of hair on the beard area.

5. Alopecia Mucinosa. Alopecia mucinosa happens when the hair loss is accompanied by the appearance of scaly patches on the skin.

6. Anagen Effluvium. Anagen effluvium is hair loss that is commonly associated with chemotherapy and with taking certain kinds of medication. In anagen effluvium, the hair falls off in patches, although it grows back as soon as the chemotherapy or the consumption of certain drugs is stopped.

7. Telogen Effluvium. Telogen effluvium is also called temporary hair loss. It happens when the amount of hair being shed is more than normal and the hair visibly thins.

8. Androgenetic Alopecia. Androgenetic alopecia is the type of alopecia that is considered hereditary. It is also known as male pattern baldness, although it can also affect women. In androgenetic alopecia, the hair on the scalp turns nearly transparent before falling off.

9. Scarring Alopecia. Scarring alopecia happens when the hair shedding leaves the skin scarred.

10 Traction Alopecia. When a person is prone to pulling too much at his or her hair due to styling perhaps or personal habits, the excessive pulling can discourage the hair follicles to stop developing new cells for new hair. The shedding that occurs as a result is called traction alopecia.

There are varying causes for each of these different kinds of alopecia, and doctors normally isolate the cause for the ailment while examining the patient. The patient should, therefore, be honest and transparent with his or her attending doctor so that alopecia, regardless of what kind it is that is affecting the patient, would be treated properly. ]]></description>
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