I am 54 and HOT!!!!

I’m 54 and HOT!!! 

That’s right, Baby Boomers…

We are having an unseasonable  warm winter!

It has been in the eighties

for more than a couple days here in sunny FLORIDA!

So my weather advisory says…

HOT, HOT, HOT!

And talk about HUMID…

are we ever going to get a break…

I was hoping for a winter,

were I could have good hair days…

no such luck…LOL

The mosquitoes are birthing their young…

the azaleas are blooming

when they aren’t supposed to…

the fish are biting

and the frogs are a jumping…

What ever happened to WINTER????

MONA VIE FACIALS

 The Latest Rage: Facials with MonaVie Gel Packs!!MonaVie Gel Packs are meant to be a substitute for the juice when you aren’t near a refrigerator. However, someone in L.A. decided to put a MonaVie Gel Pack on her face, and do a facial. We’re not sure if this was by accident, or intentional, but what we can tell you is, BOY is she onto something! The news has spread like wildfire, all the way up to Northern California. With all the antioxidants and amazing nutrition in MonaVie, it’s no wonder it works just as well in a topical application. Jennifer Emmer announced this little newsflash at the Onyx Coale presentation in Foster City on September 16th, and many distributors were looking at her with blank looks. Why? Because no one is selling Gel Packs!

Buy some Gel Packs and start looking years younger!

In fact, Gel Packs weren’t even on the radar screen for distributors until Jennifer mentioned the new facial angle. Well, brace yourself, folks. Here come the Gel Packs! After hearing a testimonial from Yvette Mears and Laureen Stowers, of Lake Forest, CA, Jennifer simply had to try it. Here’s what she has to say:

The first facials
“I slathered a thin layer of MonaVie all over my face. I did the same for my boyfriend, since he was nearby and an easy target. Since MonaVie is all natural, you can safely put it on your eyelids. This was my problem area, so that’s why I mention it. After about fifteen minutes, we rinsed with a washcloth & cool water. Immediately we noticed a MAJOR difference. My eyelids were tight, smooth and amazing. Our faces had a “wide awake” and refreshed look. Our skin was silky smooth, and clear. I simply cannot believe how major this is after ONE application!Since then, I’ve tried leaving the gel on for up to 40 minutes. My friend Kathleen sometimes leaves it on overnight!”Yvette said that the first time she tried it, she only did the bottom half of her face - and skipped her forehead. After rinsing, she noticed that her forehead was all wrinkly, and the rest of her face was amazing. So much so that she had to do another facial, just on her forehead to “catch up”. Beyond that, she had some spots on her face, that had been there for ages. Now those spots are fading and disappearing with each application!

Run, don’t walk, to your nearest distributor and buy some Gel Packs. They are very inexpensive, and Yvette and Laureen report that they have done 6 facials with ONE Gel Pack, and they still have a decent amount left!
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Distributors - you can sell Gel Packs in a box of 28, or individually. Since one Gel Pack lasts for at least 6 facials, they are extremely economical.

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POP Culture…the Peace Sign is 50 Years Young!

We all know the Peace Symbol, which Americans of a certain age associate with the protests against the Vietnam War. Fewer know that the symbol is much older than that, dating back to ANOTHER protest across the sea in Britain. Richard Roth tells us all about it:

Fifty years ago on a cold, grim Easter holiday, a protest was meant to be a watershed: a global call to ban the bomb.

People marched from London to a factory in the countryside where Britain built its atomic bombs. Pat Arrowsmith was among those early campaigners for nuclear disarmament.

“It was quite clear that we were not just against the tests, and we were not just against the British bomb,” Arrowsmith said. “We were against the Soviet bomb and against the U.S. bomb.”

The nuclear weapons industry at Aldermaston is still very much alive. But so is the spirit of that protest fifty years ago. It lives on in a symbol born here that became an icon.

Gerald Holtom was the artist and textile designer who created it.

A conscientious objector during World War II, he was driven to the nuclear disarmament campaign, he said, by a feeling of despair.

Holtom’s daughter Anna Scott, also an artist, remembers the image of her father’s despair, in the paintings of Goya.

“He used the Goya painting of the despairing image of the person who was being shot, in Spain. I don’t know whether the despair was to do with his personal situation or whether it was to do with the world situation, and sometimes these can be muddled up, can’t they?”

Working in his West London studio, Holtom sought to transform that muddled despair into something tidy and neat: a symbol for the campaign for nuclear disarmament, based on the Naval sign language of semaphore.

Michael Randle was there in 1958 when Holtom explained his idea: matching the ‘N’ for nuclear & a straight up and down ‘D’ for ‘Disarmament,’ with a circle around it. “That’s the symbol, very simple and straightforward,” Randle recalled. “It was that explanation coupled with his vision of what the march would be like, his sketch of what the march would be like, that really sold it to us and we said, ‘Right, we will adopt that.’”

Not without controversy. It was inevitable that Holtom’s simple three lines and a circle would bewilder at least one of the anti-nuclear campaigners.

“He looked at it and he said, ‘What on earth were you three thinking about when you adopted that symbol? It doesn’t mean a thing and it will never catch on.’ Of course, he was thinking of the traditional things of a broken rifle, or a dove or something that would be immediately associated in people’s minds with peace, and if you’re looking at it now it’s impossible to separate it from all the history that has gone on since.”

Impossible, almost, to imagine some history without it.

The ‘n’ and ‘d’ of nuclear disarmament were its source, but its meaning quickly embraced a bigger cause: as a symbol for protest in the broadest sense, more specifically as a sign for peace.

An international brand that became as familiar as a stop sign, from grim and gritty, to groovy, like a universal trademark, according to design consultant Richard Williams.

“The clever thing about it is, it’s a mark we can all remember,” Williams said. “Because we can all draw it. You have to see it once to be able to draw it and there are very few marks that work that way. That’s why it can grow so quickly, why so many people can adopt it, because they can just scribble it. So when people were making placards they didn’t get it wrong, they knew what it was.”

And because Gerald Holtom and the anti-nuclear campaign deliberately didn’t copyright the symbol, no one owns it…or perhaps everyone does.

“We believe that brands don’t belong to companies, they belong to people, they’re made in people’s minds,” Williams said. “This isn’t a brand, this is much more than that. This is a movement and an attitude of mind.

“It’s the dream of every brand owner to get in there and own the territory, and [this] happened to do it and did it very well.”

CND, the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, is still doing it: printing signs, preparing for another march. It never managed to ban the bomb. But the spirit of its symbol is still booming.

“It’s been used as a badge against tyranny in Greece,” recalled Arrowsmith. “It’s been used as a badge against apartheid in South Africa, it’s been used just as a general peace logo, it’s been worn by U.S. U.S. troops opposing the war in Vietnam, it’s become very much an anti-war symbol, but also an anti-tyranny symbol.

“I think it’s a good symbol because it is actually quite simple”

Of course there would be a SHOE PEACE SIGN!

Simple, as simple as the three lines and a circle, etched on the headstone of Gerald Holtom’s grave.
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Thank you CBS NEWS
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Peace Out…
~The Baby Boomer Queen~

PEACE! PEACE, PEACE, PEACE, PEACE Bush! PEACE! PEACE! PEACE! PEACE!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~ IMAGINE…I STILL DO!

Don’t Let This Sneaky Scam Happen to You!

SCENE 1.

This is a new one.
People sure stay busy trying to cheat us, don’t they?

A friend went to the local gym and placed his belongings in the locker.

After the workout and a shower, he came out, saw the locker open, and thought to himself, “Funny, I thought I locked the locker. Hmm.” He dressed and just flipped the wallet to make sure all was in order.

Everything looked okay - all cards were in place.

A few weeks later his credit card bill came - a whooping bill of $14,000!
He called the credit card company and started yelling at them, saying that he did not make the transactions.

Customer care personnel verified that there was no Mistake in the system and asked if his card had been stolen.
“No,” he said, but then took out his wallet, pulled out the credit card, and yep - you guessed it - a switch had been made.
An expired similar credit card from the same bank was in the wallet.

The thief broke into his locker at the gym and switched cards.
Verdict:
The credit card issuer said since he did not report the card missing
earlier, he would have to pay the amount owed to them.

How much did he have to pay for items he did not buy?

$9,000! Why were there no calls made to verify the amount swiped?
Small amounts rarely trigger a “warning bell” with some credit card companies.

It just so happens that all the small amounts added up to one big one!

SCENE 2.

A man at a local restaurant paid for his meal with his credit card.
The bill for the meal came, he signed it, and the waitress folded the receipt and passed the credit card along.
Usually, he would just take it and place it in his wallet or pocket.
Funny enough, though, he actually took a look at the card and, lo and
behold, it was the expired card of another person.
He called the waitress and she looked perplexed.

She took it back, apologized, and hurried back to the counter under the watchful eye of the man.

All the waitress did while walking to the counter was wave the wrong
expired card to the counter cashier, and the counter cashier immediately looked down and took out the real card.

No exchange of words — nothing! She took it and came back to the man with an apology.

Verdict:

Make sure the credit cards in your wallet are yours.
Check the name on the card every time you sign for something and/or the card is taken away for even a short period of time.

Many people just take back the credit card without even looking at it, “assuming” that it has to be theirs.

FOR YOUR OWN SAKE, DEVELOP THE HABIT OF CHECKING YOUR CREDIT CARD EACH TIME IT IS RETURNED TO YOU AFTER A TRANSACTION!

SCENE 3:
Yesterday I went into a pizza restaurant to pick up an order that I had called in.

I paid by using my Visa Check Card which, of course, is linked directly to my checking account.

The young man behind the counter took my card, swiped it, then laid it on the counter as he waited for the approval, which is pretty standard procedure.
While he waited, he picked up his cell phone and started dialing.

I noticed the phone because it is the same model I have, but nothing seemed out of the ordinary.

Then I heard a click that sounded like my phone sounds when I take a picture..

He then gave me back my card but kept the phone in his hand as
if he was still pressing buttons.

Meanwhile, I’m thinking: I wonder what he is taking a picture of,
oblivious to what was really going on.
It then dawned on me: the only thing there was my credit card, so now I’m paying close attention to what he is doing.

He set his phone on the counter, leaving it open.

About five seconds later, I heard the chime that tells you that the
picture has been saved.

Now I’m standing there struggling with the fact that this boy just took a picture of my credit card.

Yes, he played it off well, because had we not had the same kind of
phone, I probably would never have known what happened.

Needless to say, I immediately canceled that card as I was walking out of the pizza parlor.

All I am saying is, be aware of your surroundings at all times

Whenever you are using your credit card take caution and don’t be careless.
Notice who is standing near you and what they are doing when you use your card.

Be aware of phones, because many have a camera phone these days.

When you are in a restaurant and the waiter/waitress brings your card and receipt for you to sign, make sure you scratch the number off.

Some restaurants are using only the last four digits, but a lot of them are still putting the whole thing on there.

I have already been a victim of credit card fraud and, believe me, it is not fun. The truth is that they can get you even when you are careful, but don’t make it easy for them.

FORWARD THIS TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS YOU CAN THINK OF. LET’S GET THE WORD OUT! JUST BE AWARE

Baby Boomers Looking for Romance…

For those of you who are looking for romance, here are some good sites for you to browse thru…..

www.babyboomerpeoplemeet.com
www.babyboomerpassions.com
www.babyboomerdates.com
www.primesingles.net
www.realitypersonals.com
www.romancematchmaking.com
www.eons.com

…good luck in romance, happiness and life!

Smiles and world peace,
Sharon

Anti Aging Skin Care Products

When a person wishes to purchase an anti aging skin care product, they will most likely wind up choosing a cream because it is one of the most popular forms of anti aging skin care products on the market.

These anti aging creams are broken down into three different categories, including natural, herbal, and artificial cream products.

Herbal Creams

Herbal creams are the most popular choice because of marketing – advertised as not creating any side effects. But when using any new product, testing it for a short period of time is suggested to make sure there is no allergic reaction to any of the anti aging skin care products that you are considering.

Natural Products

Choosing a natural anti aging skin care product means that they will be encountering a cream consisting of collagen, as well as ingredients extracted from plants that are used to combat wrinkles in the skin.

Many people turn to the use of anti aging skin care products to achieve a more youthful appearance and feel better about themselves while battling the natural occurrence of aging.

The aim of some anti aging skin care products is to enhance the skin’s texture, as well as retain an extra amount of moisture within the body.

Many find anti aging skin care products beneficial for achieving a more contoured, toned body with a reduction in the appearance of fat throughout the body.

Excessive drying and wrinkles, which is the number one culprit regarding signs of aging, move many to try an anti aging skin care product. There are plenty of products on the market to fight against these natural signs.

When sporting a tired, dry face, an anti aging skin care product with soy extract should be considered.

For women, it is the loss of estrogen that creates this excessively dry skin.

Some face creams to consider include Murad Sheer Lustre Day Moisture ($60) and Kinerase Cream ($65), which not only offers soy, but also features an anti-withering agent found in some plants.

Wrinkles

As a natural effect of aging, wrinkles creep up on the face and body of everyone. The loss of collagen can sometimes create wrinkles. Retin-A is one of the best anti aging skin care products on the market for wrinkles.

If you are looking for an over-the-counter option, Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream SPF 15, available for $12.99.

So, what causes the most wrinkles on a face besides stress? Sun damage is to blame, which makes it important to use sunscreen throughout the entire year. Sun damage can occur even during the winter season, as well as on a day filled with clouds.

Moisturizers

To get the most out of your anti aging skin care products, two moisturizers should be purchased: one for night use and one for daytime use that contains sunscreen. Keep in mind that sunscreens should contain at least one of the following ingredients: titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, or avobenzene.

UV protection

If you are looking for a good anti aging skin care product with UV protection, consider purchasing Olay Total Effects 7X Visible Anti-Aging Vitamin Complex with UV Protection during your next grocery store trip. This product contains an avobenzone-based sunscreen and contains no fragrances or artificial colors. The anti aging properties of this product do not come from retinal, but is found within the sunscreen and it is filled with additional vitamins, including vitamin C, zinc, titanium, magnesium, as well as vitamin E.

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Send a Real Greeting Card and Get More Customers

Did you know that Americans give more than 7 billion greeting cards each year? According to the Greeting Card Association, we spend over $7.5 billion dollars annually on cards.

One thing to consider is that greeting cards are not just for birthdays, Christmas, and other holidays. They are also very effective tools for increasing business and sales.

Some of us only associate giving cards with special days but savvy business men and women have been using them for decades to stay in touch with customers and build name recognition. There is no faster way to connect with a client than to send them an unexpected, real greeting card in the mail.

Recently, one of the big trends on the internet has been the increased use of the e-card or electronic card. E-cards are quite popular and they allow people to send an instant message to friends and family. However, most people still prefer a real card versus the online version. Flooded email boxes and excessive spam are just a couple of the reasons why this might be the case.

It is reported that 9 out of 10 Americans surveyed actually prefer a physical letter or greeting card. That’s probably why hundreds of people per day search for the term “send a real greeting card” in their quest to stay away from less personal online-only cards.

In addition to their personal appeal, a real greeting card is more likely to be opened, read, and retained when compared to other direct mail pieces.

Maybe you have heard the story of Joseph Samuel Girard. He is well known to be one of the greatest salesmen in the world. For 12 straight years, he sold more cars and trucks than any other salesperson. During a fifteen year career, he sold 13,001 cars and is listed in the Automotive Hall of Fame.

The reason Joe’s amazing story is shared here is because it’s said that he accomplished his phenomenal success by consistently staying in touch with his customers through written cards. It is proof that this strategy can quickly separate you from the crowd.

So, the next time you are trying to think of creative ways to generate referrals and reach out to your customers, take a few minutes to send out some personal greeting cards. They work, and the results just might surprise you.

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