Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
lundi 23 mai 2016
If These iPhone Rumors Are True, Everything Will Be Perfect
It feels like the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus just hit shelves, but the tech world is already abuzz with rumors about Apple's next installment, the iPhone 7. Much of the speculation is taking place on the Chinese version of Twitter, Weibo. While many possible features are great, one in particular isn't going over well with some people. Here's what you might be able to expect when the iPhone 7 comes around.
- Two cameras: The iPhone 7 Plus is rumored to come in two versions: a regular one with just a single camera and another with two cameras. One will be a wide angle lens and the other a telephoto one, says a report from Apple Insider. If both cameras exist on a single iPhone, you can expect to see better resolution and zoom.
- A better camera: A new leak that originally surfaced on Weibo show a prototype iPhone 7, reports 9to5Mac. The photo shows a larger camera lens that will most likely be able to take better pictures with poor lighting. The raised camera lens is still on the phone.
- Wireless charging: Start saying goodbye to chargers that bend and break. According to a report by Bloomberg, Apple might introduce wireless charging for its smartphones in 2017. A charger would still exist but the iPhone could charge over the air. No word yet on how far you can be from a charger to do this.
- An iPhone without a headphone connection: Several sources are speculating that the next iPhone will no longer come with a headphone jack. Instead, people can either use earphones that can connect in the Lightning port or use wireless Bluetooth ones. Some people are extremely upset about this change and over 200,000 have even signed a petition against it.
- Bigger battery:: The new iPhone will comes with a battery that's bigger than current ones - a 3100 mAh battery to be exact, according to Chinese website MyDrivers . This doesn't necessarily mean longer battery life, but we can only hope.
- A 256GB storage option: Current iPhone models come in 16GB, 64GB, and 128GB storage options, so the 256GB model would be a nice option if the leak reported by MyDrivers is true.
- A completely waterproof phone: Mac Otakara also claims that early iPhone 7 prototypes are both dustproof and waterproof, reports Mashable.
- Liquid Metal body: Because Apple owns patents with Liquid Metal Inc., many rumors suggest that the next iPhone will skip plastic and aluminum bodies in favor of a new material.
- A completely flat LCD screen: Forget curved edges - Apple will reportedly stick to a classic, flat-screened iPhone model.
- A barely there home button: The home button you know and click, might go away for a more "touch-sensitive" one, according to 9to5Mac. The rumors, coming from Chinese site, Storm, state that the new phone would use haptic feedback (the same technology behind 3D Touch), to replace the home button.
- Smart connector: The popular feature on the iPad Pro might be coming to the larger iPhone 7 model. A new leak from OnLeaks shows the smart connector, which lets you transfer data and power between the keyboard and iPad Pro. If it's on the new iPhone, it opens up the possibilities of new accessories to use with it.
On top of the cool iPhone 6S features (like live photos) that we're still obsessing over, these changes would be pretty drastic. What do you hope Apple will change about the iPhone 7?
The Woman Who Tried On a Chewbacca Mask and Went Viral Got the Best Surprise Ever
Still laughing over Candace Payne trying on a Chewbacca mask in a Facebook live video? Don't worry - we are too. At this point, it's probably hard to find a person who hasn't seen the epic story of Payne trying on the mask and refusing to share it with anyone. Luckily for Payne, she won't have to, thanks to a grand gift from Kohl's.
Kohl's visited Payne at her house and brought her family Chewbacca masks and lots of Star Wars gifts. Payne also received $2,500 in Kohl's gift cards and 10,000 reward points. The video, posted to Kohl's Facebook page on May 21, has more than 30 million views, 700,000 reactions, and 400,000 shares. Most of the commenters are so glad Kohl's gave these gifts to Payne, since she brought so many people joy with her viral live stream. Check out the video from Kohl's below.
Here's a picture of Payne's family with their gifts from Kohl's.
Candace made the Internet's day, so we wanted to make hers. Chewbacca masks for the whole fam (plus a little extra)! http://pic.twitter.com/6qst1LZc5Y
- Kohl's (@Kohls) May 21, 2016
And if you're not Payne and dying to get your hands on the Chewbacca mask, you're out of luck. It's out of stock at Kohl's, Walmart, Target, and Toys 'R Us. At least we still have the video to watch over and over again.
Why Vegetarians May Want to Use Liquid Amino Acids on Everything
Have you ever seen a bottle of Bragg Liquid Aminos at the grocery store and wondered what it was all about? It's a great gluten-free alternative to soy sauce because of it's salty umami flavor, but it's also a vegetarian source of amino acids.
There are 20 standard amino acids that our bodies need to function normally. Twelve amino acids are manufactured by the human body, and nine, called essential amino acids, must come from our diets. You need all 20 amino acids because they are the building blocks of our organs and tissues. In order to obtain the essential amino acids your body doesn't make on its own, you need to consume protein. Animal sources of protein (milk, eggs, and meat) contain all the essential amino acids. Vegetarians or vegans can obtain all their essential amino acids (known as a complete proteins) by eating a variety of plant-based proteins - beans, whole grains, nuts, or seeds. Enjoy them together in one meal or the combination can be consumed over the same day.
By eating enough protein, you can get all the amino acids you need that your body doesn't produce. Your weight will determine how much protein you need per day. If you're not sure, just multiply your weight in pounds by .36, or your weight in kg by .8.
If you're using Bragg Liquid Aminos as a way to get your daily essential ammino acids, you should know that it only offers eight of the nine essential amino acids (doesn't contain tryptophan). It can't hurt to add this to your soups, casseroles, whole grains, tofu marinades, sauces, and dressings, but since Bragg Amino Acids only offers .5 grams of protein per teaspoon, make sure you're also getting enough protein.
B.C. hospital fails to warn woman of potential lung cancer for 11 months
A Vancouver woman is fighting for her life after it took 11 months for her to receive crucial X-ray results showing a suspicious nodule on one of her lungs.
Please Enjoy This Video of Ryan Gosling Giggling Uncontrollably
Ryan Gosling stopped by The Graham Norton Show last week to promote his new film with Russell Crowe, The Nice Guys, and to the surprise of no one, he ended up being his ridiculously charming self. While fellow guest Greg Davies told a hilarious story about an unfortunate incident he had at a school for hearing-impaired children, Ryan giggled uncontrollably while sitting next to him. Greg's story of getting drunk, eating Indian food, and unknowingly wearing his mother's underwear was just too much for Ryan to handle as he hid his face in his hand. Watch him lose it in the video above, then check out the dad of two talk about outings with daughter Esmeralda.
26 of the Cutest Billboard Music Awards Pictures
This year's Billboard Music Awards went down in Las Vegas on Sunday night, and they did not disappoint. Between Britney Spears's nostalgic red carpet arrival and epic performance of greatest hits and striking couples like Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, plus a heartbreaking speech from Celine Dion, the evening was full of truly memorable moments - many of which you probably didn't see on TV. Scroll through for the best pictures of stars on their big night at the Billboard Awards.
Kate Middleton Found the Power Color You Probably Didn't Think of Yet
It would be pretty predictable to show up to a flower show wearing florals, so Kate Middleton did just the opposite. Instead of playing off the pretty subjects at the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday, the duchess surprised the crowd in a bright kelly-green coat dress from London-based fashion house Catherine Walker, which she's worn before.
While it's certainly an appropriate color, conjuring up images of a lush garden and beautiful greenery, it serves another purpose too. The brilliant color makes a bold statement, the kind you might expect from a fiery red sheath. In fact, the green hue complements Kate's complexion and hair color perfectly, while making her look pop, proving that it might just be the power color we've all been missing. Read on to see Kate's lovely look in full.
My Kid Is Too Young to Go to Your Kid's Makeup Parties
I'm conflicted.
I am a walking contradiction.
I own probably seven shades of the "perfect red" lipstick/gloss. I know of almost every beauty trend that women over 30 can pull off without looking foolish. From cleansing oils and the latest trends in exfoliation - Korean rice enyzmes, anyone? - I love beauty!
As a child, I devoured my oldest sister's drawers, picking through and trying out her lipsticks. Wet n' Wild. Brucci. CoverGirl. Maybelline. From jingles to brand names regarding makeup, I knew them all. Besides, I grew up with four other women, and there was plenty of makeup to be had. Yet when I hear about all the makeup parties and clearly gendered "girls' parties" that kids have these days, I feel conflicted.
My daughter, who is 5, is much like I was: she took out my mascara the other day and "expertly" applied it to her eye . . . and cheek! When she was 3, she asked me why she couldn't wear red lipstick like me! (EGADS, CHILD: NO!) Her favorite birthday gift this year came from a grandparent and was a Barbie makeup kit. She is not much different than I was as a child, but still. The gendered parties. The makeup and dress-up. It doesn't start in elementary school, but rather as early as 3, 4, or 5. As a child, no one would have thought to have done such a thing. We might have asked someone to paint our nails or attempted it ourselves, but it wasn't part of the early childhood conversation, if you will.
It bothers me. And in bothering me, I feel like the worst hypocrite on the planet. There I am, the mom who always looks put together, getting "concerned and upset" over makeup parties for young girls. How can I challenge the idea if I cannot put down my own mascara wand?
1. For One Thing, I Am an Adult.
I wear makeup to look better. I don't overdo it unless it's a fun night out, but I wear enough to not look too tired and to feel a little brighter and more awake, something most moms can relate to.
If girls at three are already indoctrinated to believe makeup is an absolute part of being female, won't they then be asking us for makeovers and facials as early as 10 years of age?
If they spend a lot of time at the mirror now, does this mean that then they will spend their whole lives looking in the mirror too much?
2. Are We Moms Looking in the Mirror Too Much? Am I?
I need to put the mirror down sometimes. My Type A self is critical and could use a little letting go and easing up.
Is it a crime to love makeup? No. As a former actress and TV personality, to me, makeup is theater. It is play. It is creative. It can be art.
But perhaps my own desire to look in the mirror is beyond art and more about approval/disapproval.
Am I pretty? Am I good enough?
These questions labor me and really don't do anything productive for me.
I don't want my daughter to get to that point. If she starts out at age 5 with this habit of "the mirror," might she too end up constantly facing herself with those questions? If we start little girls with this ritual too soon, even in play, it can become more than ritual and more like "self-scrutinizing" hell.
I have to admit, when she was 1 and 2 I hadn't worried about my own appearance habits, but now that I have a parrot, well, I felt I ought to look closer.
3. Makeup as Theater, Not as Appearance
If we want little girls to explore their own curiosity about makeup, perhaps we can pose it as theater. As making ourselves look like a character, or as fun, rather than as an absolute must.
My daughter is theatrical like myself, and I already see a future in theater for her. This is wonderful! This is where makeup artistry becomes alive, a true craft.
So if your little girl is obsessed with combing through your makeup bag, can you make it about camouflaging faces into something cool and new? Can it be about color? About character? Does it always have to end in "pretty?"
4. The Difference Between Playing With Makeup and Gendering a Party
Playing with makeup at home is one thing.
Making it a focus of celebration at an early age is what I question.
For one, my birthday parties were not segregated by gender as early as they are today, and I suspect some of this comes from schools wanting all kids to be invited OR all girls or all boys. For me, it was cheaper to invite all the girls at least from my kid's school, although my friends and family members brought boys to the party. It was a bounce party - something kid-fun and friendly and easy, not enveloped in "princess culture."
And for me as a kid and for my daughter at all of her birthday parties thus far, there was a fun freedom in having birthdays with games, music, and food that did not revolve around "girl" or "boy" activities.
I just think we are so deep into this "princess culture" that we are finding a hard way to get back out.
I love a mani, a pedi, and a good facial more than the next woman, quite frankly, but when girls start all of this so young, there is only more to ask for, more to expect from us as parents . . . and more from them to expect from themselves as they grow into kids.
Are boys going to parties that elevate and speed up the growing up process like girls do? It's one thing to play dress-up and another thing to mimic exactly what Mom does. And keep in mind that Mom is significantly older than her daughter.
Boys may request a "video game" or paintball party to do what Dad does, but number one: they do this as they get older and not at such young ages.
Number two? Makeup is more than play and theater. It's also tied to image, appearance, and intrinsic value for many people. To start so young "making up?" It's starting off in the world too soon.
I love my makeup and don't ask me to breakup with Sephora, ever. But I only wish for people to let little girls slow down a bit. They are growing up before they even realize they are growing up. This is our fault as a generation. So how do we slow it down?
For me the answer is this: I put the mirror down more, I don't run a brush in her hair too often to "fix" her hair - instead I let it be, and I remind her each day when she asks why she can't wear makeup until she's an adult:
"Because you're beautiful, you don't need it, and when we do use it, it's art, it's theater . . . it's a little bit of whimsy."
Why Vegetarians May Want to Use Liquid Amino Acids on Everything
Have you ever seen a bottle of Bragg Liquid Aminos at the grocery store and wondered what it was all about? It's a great gluten-free alternative to soy sauce because of it's salty umami flavor, but it's also a vegetarian source of amino acids.
There are 20 standard amino acids that our bodies need to function normally. Twelve amino acids are manufactured by the human body, and nine, called essential amino acids, must come from our diets. You need all 20 amino acids because they are the building blocks of our organs and tissues. In order to obtain the essential amino acids your body doesn't make on its own, you need to consume protein. Animal sources of protein (milk, eggs, and meat) contain all the essential amino acids. Vegetarians or vegans can obtain all their essential amino acids (known as a complete proteins) by eating a variety of plant-based proteins - beans, whole grains, nuts, or seeds. Enjoy them together in one meal or the combination can be consumed over the same day.
By eating enough protein, you can get all the amino acids you need that your body doesn't produce. Your weight will determine how much protein you need per day. If you're not sure, just multiply your weight in pounds by .36, or your weight in kg by .8.
If you're using Bragg Liquid Aminos as a way to get your daily essential ammino acids, you should know that it only offers eight of the nine essential amino acids (doesn't contain tryptophan). It can't hurt to add this to your soups, casseroles, whole grains, tofu marinades, sauces, and dressings, but since Bragg Amino Acids only offers .5 grams of protein per teaspoon, make sure you're also getting enough protein.
13 Delicious Excuses to Eat More Queso Fresco
It's hard for us to trust anyone who doesn't like cheese and even harder to take someone who doesn't like queso fresco seriously. Call us crazy, but the salty taste of the Latin-American cheese is just too good to ever skip - who has that kind of will power?
So, because we can never find enough excuses to eat the delicious ingredient, we've rounded up 13 main dishes, dips, and snacks that taste better with a generous amount of queso mixed in or sprinkled on top. Scroll ahead for the scrumptious recipes, then check out a few strawberry cocktail ideas to sip with them.
19 Awesome Things to Do Alone
Sometimes we're so concerned with finding a way to fill every single minute of every day interacting with people that we forget to take a step back and give ourselves some quality "me" time. Spending time alone is a way to recharge your mental batteries and regroup - everybody needs to do it now and then! So get over your fear of missing out or your reservations about being seen somewhere solo, and embark on a mission to treat yourself to these 19 dates with yourself.
- Go to the matinee of a sad or embarrassingly bad movie. Feel no shame as you cry or swoon alone in the corner. Who cares? No one is there to see you!
- Travel somewhere new. When you travel with other people, you always end up making compromises on what sights to see, where to eat, and what activities to do. Traveling alone - even if it's just to the next town over - gives you the luxury of going at your own pace so that you're able to soak up everything about the trip that you want to.
- Take yourself on a dinner date. Bring along a book that you can't put down, and immerse yourself in good eats and good reads - really, what's better than that? Try to resist the urge to look at your phone and take your time as you enjoy ordering anything you want without anyone else asking for a bite.
- Tour a museum. Let's face it, a lot of your museum experiences probably involve a teacher, a tour guide, and a pack of rowdy kids. Set out to see every piece of art or history a local museum has, and spend time interpreting them exactly how you want to - not how the little paper pamphlet tells you to.
- Have a spa day, or get a massage. It's probably best for you to take on the steam room solo, anyway.
- Go to a bookstore and get lost. Spend hours exploring every genre of book known to the world. Better still, snag one off the shelf and plop down in a comfy chair. Close down the store trying to finish that book (hey, you'll save some cash), and leave only when the employees start giving you the side-eye.
- Binge on a TV show. There is always another show to catch up on or rewatch, and there's no one better to do it with then the one person who you know is just as excited as you are to plow through an entire series in a day.
- Go to a free concert. Find a band that you like playing in your area, or seek out someone new with a sound you like. You never know - they may be the next big thing, and you found them first. When you go to a concert alone, you spend more time listening to the music and less time worrying about everything else going on around you.
- Sing karaoke. Be bold! Pick a spot you never go to (that way you won't miss it if you can't show your face there again), and sing your heart out to a bunch of strangers. If you can do this, you can do pretty much anything.
- People watch. Go to a public place, like a park or the mall, sit back, and enjoy the show. People watching is always interesting, often hilarious, sometimes sweet, and every once in a while, it can even make you give some of the stuff you do a second thought, too.
- Indulge in some selfies. OK, as a general rule selfies should probably be taken sparingly, but every once in a while, it's healthy to get dressed in an outfit you love and shamelessly take photos of yourself that you actually like. Let yourself keep clicking until you get it right. No one is there to judge you, except maybe your dog.
- Complete a project you've been putting off. Make yourself go to a coffee shop, buckle down, and work. Update your résumé, put together a portfolio, finish your great American novel, apply to a new job or grad school, whatever. Just do it!
- Challenge your mind. Complete a crossword, sudoku, or, if you're feeling ambitious, a Rubik's Cube. If you finish them all by yourself, you get total bragging rights instead of having to share them with a partner.
- Take a hike. Spend some time with mother nature and see how the two of you get along when no one else is around. Stop and smell the roses, watch the sun set, embrace the quiet.
- Get experimental in the kitchen. If you try out new recipes on your own and mess up, the only hungry, disappointed person you have to deal with is yourself. You can work on perfecting the dish until it's just right - then serve up a flawless result the next time you're with friends, and act like it was your first try.
- Stargaze. Lay on your back and marvel at your complete and utter smallness in comparison to the rest of the universe.
- Try a new workout. Sometimes certain workouts (read: Zumba, Booty Barre, anything dance-related) can be a little bit embarrassing to learn in front of other people. Master one of these fitness skills alone, or at least work on them enough so that when you're in a class or doing it in front of your significant other, you look like you know what you're doing . . . sort of.
- Go shopping. Sometimes when you're on a shopping mission, having other people with you can slow you down or make you feel rushed. It's the worst when you're trying to be thorough to find the best deal or the perfect pair of jeans, while the person you're with is tapping their foot by the door.
- Take the longest, hottest bath of your life. Turn on some soothing music and enjoy a long soak with no fear of unwelcome interruptions.
13 Delicious Excuses to Eat More Queso Fresco
It's hard for us to trust anyone who doesn't like cheese and even harder to take someone who doesn't like queso fresco seriously. Call us crazy, but the salty taste of the Latin-American cheese is just too good to ever skip - who has that kind of will power?
So, because we can never find enough excuses to eat the delicious ingredient, we've rounded up 13 main dishes, dips, and snacks that taste better with a generous amount of queso mixed in or sprinkled on top. Scroll ahead for the scrumptious recipes, then check out a few strawberry cocktail ideas to sip with them.
100 Books to Read Before They're Movies
There are always going to be books that are being made into movies, and we love to read them before they get the big-screen treatment as much as you do. If you like being able to say the book was better (isn't it always?), then we have 100 novels to dive into. Click through and see which books you need to add to your shelf - before they get to the theater.
Who Exactly Is Euron Greyjoy? Here's What to Know About Game of Thrones' New Villain
We're getting to meet a ton of new characters on Game of Thrones this season, but Euron Greyjoy (Pilou Asbaek) might be the most sinister. He makes his first appearance on the second episode of the season, and what does he do within minutes of being on screen? MAJOR spoiler alert: he murders Balon Greyjoy like it's no big deal. Since then, he's taken the Iron Islands from Yara and vowed to murder her and Theon. Here are the basics of what you need to know about him.
- He is one of the middle Greyjoy brothers. Euron is older than Victarion and Aeron Greyjoy but younger than Balon, the now-deceased King. This makes him Yara and Theon's uncle.
- His nickname is Crow's Eye. In the books, Euron wears a patch over one of his eyes, though he does have an eye under there. According to Theon in The Winds of Winter, it's "a black eye shining with malice."
- In the books, he's banished from the Iron Islands. In George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series, Balon bans Euron from the Iron Islands for raping the wife of Victarion, the Lord Captain of the Iron Fleet.
- He's basically a pirate. He and Balon briefly chat about this on the show, but Euron is the Game of Thrones version of a pirate. He's been sailing around on his ship, apparently going somewhat mad and cutting out the tongues of his crew. In the books, he rapes and pillages towns, and it sounds like the show is following the character laid out by ASOIAF pretty closely; Euron mentions to his brother that when people see his ship coming, they start praying.
- He has been mentioned before. Way back on the first season, Tyrion mentions Theon's uncles having fought in the Raid on Lannisport, one of the first battles of the Greyjoy Rebellion. He hasn't been mentioned since, and obviously we haven't met him until this season.
That's all we know for now, but we certainly haven't seen the last of Euron. Let's hope Yara and Theon can take him down before he gets to Daenerys!
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The Most Beautiful TV and Movie Weddings of 2016
Movie and TV weddings are always gorgeous, thanks to big budgets and production designers, but honestly, they're also beautiful because in a lot of cases, you've come to love the characters who are getting married so much. This year has brought us the unions of lots of our favorite TV characters, along with some equally wonderful movie nuptials. Check out all the sumptuous stills of 2016's onscreen weddings, and if you're getting married too, maybe there's some inspiration in here!
Is Sansa Pregnant? This Theory Makes a Heck of a Lot of Sense
The latest episode of Game of Thrones is so eventful that we wouldn't blame you for missing a very important line of dialogue. While Sansa is telling off Littlefinger, she describes to him exactly what she suffered at the hands of Ramsay Bolton. "I can still feel it. I don't mean 'in my tender heart it still pains me so' - I can still feel what he did in my body standing here right now." Yes, of course she could be referring to the fact that Ramsay brutally rapes her, but could the line imply something else? Ramsay had been aiming to produce an heir with Sansa; is it possible that he succeeded in impregnating her?
It's not the first time this rumor has surfaced; back in February, the internet freaked out when an official picture of Sansa from the new season made it look like the character could be pregnant. It could definitely be the way her cloak is draped . . . or it could be that she's pregnant with little Ramsay. If that's true, heaven help us all.
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Last Call! All the Movies Leaving Netflix in June
Hopefully you got a chance to watch the movies that left Netflix in May, because now there's a whole new crop leaving the streaming service. Great movies like The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Bridget Jones's Diary are disappearing, along with several TV seasons. Don't be the one who logs onto your account next month all ready to finally watch Wayne's World and find that it's gone! Take a look, and make sure you catch all the new movies hitting Netflix in June, as well.
Expiring June 1
A Wrinkle in Time
About a Boy
Bounce
Bridget Jones's Diary
The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury
Clear and Present Danger
Click
Darkman
Disney Animation Collection: Vol. 5: Wind in the Willows
Dude, Where's My Car?
Duplex
Elias: Rescue Team Adventures, season one
The Faculty
Far from Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog
Ghost
Groundhog Day
Hamlet
Hercules
In the Bedroom
Jersey Girl
Kinky Boots
Lassie
Losing Isaiah
Madonna: Truth or Dare
Marvin's Room
Music of the Heart
My Boss's Daughter
Nine Months
The Others
Paris Is Burning
Private Parts
Proof
Schoolhouse Rock!: Earth
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
The Station Agent
The Stepford Wives
Stir of Echoes
Stir of Echoes 2: The Homecoming
The Super Hero Squad Show, seasons one-two
Velvet Goldmine
View from the Top
Wayne's World
The Yards
Expiring June 2
Eureka Seven, seasons one-two
Expiring June 14
HawthoRNe, seasons one-three
Expiring June 15
The Bank Job
Expiring June 18
A Late Quartet
The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, season one
Expiring June 21
Mixology, season one
Expiring June 24
Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
Marvel's Avengers Assemble, season one
Mulan
Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Expiring June 30
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9 Theories For American Horror Story Season 6
American Horror Story: Hotel has been over for months, and we still don't have details on the plot of the next season! We're still getting over the dreary, blood-filled season finale, but it's never too soon to get excited about what's next. (Especially when we have far-flung theories!) That's right, the chilling anthology show has been renewed for a sixth season, meaning another year of fresh, scarring horror for fans. But where will next season go? Keep reading, because we've got a handful of ideas.
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The Bachelorette: Everything You Need to Know About This Season
Ready for some dramatic Monday nights? Get excited, Bachelorette fans, because the upcoming season is just around the corner! Keep reading for all the details we already know, then check out all the types of guys you see on The Bachelorette.
The First Look at Emma Watson as Belle in the Beauty and the Beast Teaser Trailer Is Here!
Attention, Disney fans: the first teaser trailer for Beauty and the Beast is here, and it's just as magical as you would have hoped. While the first look doesn't give too much away about the live-action adaptation, it is flooded with beautiful images of the Beast's castle, as well as a quick glimpse of Belle herself. That's right, Emma Watson makes an appearance as she goes to touch the iconic rose, all while the film's tune, "Beauty and the Beast," plays in the background. Honestly, it's enough to give you chills. The movie doesn't hit theaters until March 17, 2017, but you can bask in all the beauty above!
Wedding Music: 50 Processional Songs For Your Walk Down the Aisle
If you're planning a wedding soon, one of the most daunting (but fun) details to figure out is the music. We've got a wedding music guide so you know what you have to select tunes for, but as for those tunes, we can help. We have ideas for your first dance song and the father/daughter dance, but what about the ceremony? Your walk down the aisle kicks off the celebration, but why settle for "Here Comes the Bride?" We have a collection of processional song suggestions that span genres, from traditional and instrumental to indie and eclectic.
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Why the Internet Is Collectively Rallying Behind This Couple Trying to Get Pregnant
"Do you have a minute? I've got kind of a long story."
That's how Dan Majesky starts off a Facebook post that is 3,336 words long. A long story is an understatement, but once you get started, you won't be able to stop reading every last one of those words.
The Cincinatti man shared a refreshingly honest account of what he and his wife, Leah, have endured on their journey to become parents. All told from his perspective, at times blissfully sarcastic and at others painfully tragic, it's one not often heard in the realm of personal infertility essays.
Dan chronicles from start to (spoiler alert) finish the lengths he and Leah reached to become pregnant.
We're in our 30s. Things are probably a little bit dusty, and a little bit rusty. So, three years ago, we started using apps and calendars to track this and that. Ovulation test sticks. Old wives' tales of positions and timing. We got some late periods. And some periods that never came! But we didn't get pregnant.
From there, he outlines the medical interventions and hormone therapies his wife began and what his main purpose was in all this.
My job was to try and not say anything dumb, because she also needed to be calm. I tried to avoid triggering phrases like "Hey," or "Good morning," or "I love you," but I kept fucking up, and opening my mouth, or allowing Leah to see TV programs, or commercials, to read books, and interact with the world in any way.
He even explains in vivid detail what it's like having to make sperm deposits in an office in which everyone is aware of what's really going on.
Everyone is a little bit tittery, a little bit anxious. We all know that this is all very silly, and that I just touched my penis, and you are someone's grandmother, and that even though you have a pin in the shape of a little sperm fella to help break the tension, we all – if we really had the choice – would probably prefer to burst into flames than discuss any part of this.
All the while, Dan acknowledges the pain in waiting, the defeat and sadness that comes when finding about that the "17-year-old across the street got pregnant," and the jealousy, envy, and resentment over a "child throwing a tantrum in the cereal aisle."
He opens up about their miscarriage.
When a family member dies, you can share your grief. With a miscarriage, you would have to tell people that someone who will never be born, who they had never heard of and will never meet, but who meant the world to you, is gone. And you don't have the strength to get into it. You tell your parents, maybe a close friend, maybe your boss.
As he writes on, he talks about how he cried alone every day about their unborn child and compared its now-lapsed due date to "a car accident on the road ahead that you're trying not to look at." It becomes sometimes painful - an infinitesimal fraction of the pain being described, of course - to simply keep reading. Thankfully, this story has a happy, if not cautiously optimistic, ending: after a break from treatments, the couple tried a few more times and got the "faintest f*cking line in the whole f*cking world" on a pregnancy test.
He adds that he's heard the heartbeat, arms and legs are moving, and they're expecting a baby girl in November. Then, in two words, Dan perfectly concludes what might be one of the most thorough man's account of what it's like struggling to conceive:
"We're pregnant."
Kesha Shines Bright Like the Star She Is at the Billboard Music Awards
Kesha is back and better than ever! After going through a tough year with her legal battle with Dr. Luke, the singer shone bright at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night rocking a purple suit on the magenta carpet. Despite some back and forth with Kemosabe Records earlier this week, Kesha took the stage for an unforgettable performance of Bob Dylan's "It Ain't Me Babe."
Cheers to 2 Years! Look Back on Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's Lavish Italian Wedding Photos
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West tied the knot at the Forte di Belvedere in Florence, Italy, back in May 2014. To commemorate the once-in-a-lifetime event on the couple's one-year anniversary, Kim took to Instagram to share some never-before-seen snaps from the day, including new shots from the photo booth and the carriage ride at Versailles in France. Nearly two years ago, the bride wore a Givenchy Haute Couture gown and was walked down the aisle by her stepfather, Caitlyn (formerly Bruce) Jenner, while the rest of her family - including sisters Khloé and Kourtney Kardashian and Kylie and Kendall Jenner - stayed close by as she and Kanye exchanged vows. The ceremony was performed by hot Miami pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr., while longtime Kardashian family friend and celebrity event planner Sharon Sacks planned the couple's nuptials.
Family and friends officially kicked off the wedding weekend in style the week before with a special reception at the Chateau de Wideville (aka designer Valentino Garavani's Paris home), followed by a private guided tour of the famed grounds of Versailles. At the Palace of Versailles, Kim and Kanye threw a lavish prewedding dinner that brought out close friends Serena Williams, NeNe Leakes, and André Leon Talley, fashion designers Alexander Wang and Olivier Rousteing, and director Steve McQueen. Their lavish ceremony was featured in special episodes of the family's hit reality show, Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Keep reading to relive the magic, then check out our ultimate celebrity wedding gallery.
Ariana Grande Trips at the Billboard Awards, Recovers Like Only She Can
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Walking down an award show carpet in a full-length gown is no easy feat, and it's a whole different beast when you throw Las Vegas heat into the equation. It's really no surprise that Ariana Grande took a stumble on the Billboard Music Awards pink carpet - it was only a matter of time before somebody had a clutzy moment! But in true Ariana style, she recovered like a total pro . . . complete with a flip of her signature ponytail.
It's not Ariana's first time taking a tumble on camera, and we're glad she caught hold of E! red carpet interviewer Sibley Scoles in time to avoid disaster. We can only hope that next time we trip, we can make it look so flawless!
20 Fitness Hacks That Will Change Your Life
Can't seem to make it to the gym these days? Stop with the excuses, and let these 20 lazy-girl-approved tips keep you on track all season long.
- Keep it short: Always opt for a short and intense workout over a longer one where you don't push yourself. HIIT it, then quit it.
- Get it out of the way: Start your day with a workout so you don't have a chance to skip it later. This one is great for all the procrastinating lazy ladies out there.
- Two birds, one stone: Cardio and strength training don't have to happen separately. Combine them in one workout like this 30-minute printable for a killer workout.
- Hit the floor: Yes, you can lie on the floor and still get an awesome workout. These lazy-girl-approved moves are proof.
- Double TV time: Your commercial breaks are mini workouts that add up after an hour or two of your favorite shows. Try this three-minute workout the next time you want to binge on the tube.
- Socialize: Grab friends for your next class. Scheduling a fitness date will make you more likely to stick with the game plan. No one likes to bail on someone they love.
- Pack up early: Get your gear ready to go the night before your workout. That way you don't have to rush around right before your workout . . . or end up skipping it altogether.
- Change your commute: Ride your bike or walk for a portion or all of your commute. Makings things active will help you burn calories and keep you off public transportation for as long as possible.
- Multitask the mundane: You can always sneak in some exercise. Move through calf raises when you're standing in a long line or waiting for the bus, and move through this two-minute workout you can do while brushing your teeth.
Related: 5 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Started Running
- Enjoy your snack: The right pre-workout snack can fuel you up for better performance at your next workout. Try one of these and enjoy.
- Go slow: You don't have to look like the Energizer Bunny during every workout. Turn up the resistance, slow things down, and you'll feel the burn big-time.
- Drink up: More water helps your body burn more fat, and being properly hydrated improves your workout performance. Sip on H2O all day long.
- Make it routine: When your workout feels like second nature, you won't be as tempted to skip it. Keep your routine consistent every week, and start feeling results.
- Lift a little: If you're all cardio and no strength training, you're not going to see the changes you're after. These beginner-friendly dumbbell exercises are a great place to start.
- Go for 10: Even if you're not going to commit to a full workout, take 10 minutes and work out with one of these videos. Short workouts still count!
- Stay caffeinated: Too tired to hit the gym? Turn up with a few sips of coffee or green tea. You'll get your energy back on track, and caffeine has been linked to better workout performance.
- Cruise your feed: Start following fitness stars like Kayla Itsines and Hannah Bronfman, who will fill up your Instagram feed with a ton of motivation. It's hard not to want to work out after looking at these ladies!
- Hire outside help: Sign up for boutique classes with an awesome instructor, or hire a personal trainer for a handful of sessions at the gym. They'll keep you on track and revitalize your routine.
- Reward yourself: All work with no reward does not suit the lazy girl. Whether it's a piece of chocolate, new gear, or one hour of pure relaxation, give yourself a gold star after you put in the work.
- Stay in bed: You need those seven to nine hours every night to keep you energized throughout the day and during your workout - just another good excuse to linger a little longer.
10 Shockingly Normal Things You Can Spot Inside Will and Kate's Palace
When President Barack Obama and the first lady stopped by Kensington Palace on Friday, we couldn't help but get excited over the royal visit. It's rare to get a glimpse inside the palace's private living quarters - and even rarer to see Prince William and Kate Middleton in their home environment - so we were of course eager to scan the snaps of the Obamas with the royal family posted on Twitter. Once you get past how adorable Prince George looks on the rocking horse Barack gave him when he was born (that little bathrobe!), you'll notice the stylish mix of traditional and modern decor around the room. If you've always wondered how Will and Kate live or what their personal style is, then you don't want to miss the 10 surprisingly normal items we spotted inside their palace home below.
- Bottles of alcohol: The royal couple seem to be Smirnoff drinkers.
- Heavy window treatments: Traditional patterns give a nod back to the more-than-a-century-old palace's roots.
- George's stuffed animal on the ottoman: Even royal kids leave their toys everywhere.
- Acrylic side table: Will and Kate prove they're a new kind of royal family with this modern, on-trend piece.
- Lots of books (as decor): On shelves, atop side tables, this couple loves to read and decorate with books.
- Double lamps: A simple yet eye-pleasing choice.
- Family photos: A royal family has to show its epic family tree.
- An oversize floral arrangement: We love how they chose to decorate the grand piano rather than leave it bare.
- Tassels: A subtle touch that gives the couch a little something extra.
- Floral pillows: Cozy and inviting, the abundant throw pillows complement the flower arrangements throughout the room.
Although luxurious when pieced together, individually the decor items aren't so different from what we have in our own homes. Considering that the duke and duchess's address is Kensington Palace, we're surprised to see how normal their style really is!
The Most Life-Changing Lessons My Mom Gave Me
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Singer, actress, fashion designer, entrepreneur, writer, and mom of two Thalia shares her parenting, lifestyle, fashion, and beauty tips as POPSUGAR Latina's contributor.
Every year, during the month of May, I become very nostalgic and full of emotion. May is a beautiful month: Summer is near, the flowers are in full bloom, and the sun shines for a longer period of time. It is also the month in which I reflect on all of the lessons I learned from my amazing, beautiful mother, and I wanted to share them with you.
1. Moms are warriors.
I get extremely emotional whenever I remember that I had the great opportunity to have a tough warrior for a mother! Yes, she fought against all odds to raise her daughters after the death of my dad when I was a child. She would stand up tall after every fall and setback and instilled in all of us the importance of self-confidence, hard work, education, preparation, and courage.
The most important thing she wanted us to learn was to be confident and trust ourselves. She wanted us to face all tough situations with strength and aplomb and made us understand that we could accomplish anything we set our minds to in any circumstance, and against anyone. And if, by any chance, what we wanted to accomplish could not be realized, she used to say: "Pack your bags, close and lock the doors of your home, and travel to a place in the world where you will flourish and you will be understood."
2. When you become a mom, you'll respect your mother even more.
Even if it sounds cliché, it is true that when you become a mother, you suddenly understand all of those things that your own mom told you. Many years had to pass in order for me to become a mother and comprehend the magnitude of what unconditional love is. Us children tend to be selfish and only look at our side of the story without putting ourselves in the place of the person with more experience, our mother.
Now that I am going through similar experiences with my children, it is easier for me to realize and remember my careless attitude and all of the uncomfortable situations I caused because of being so impatient, wanting to get my point across above all else, and expecting to do things my way thinking that my mother did not understand me. Becoming a mother has made me better understand my mom's lessons, and I strive to be more patient, loving, and delicate with my kids.
3. Mother's Day is an all-year thing!
Mothers are to be celebrated, not only during the month of May, but all year long. Our time on this planet is very short and we do not know when we will be departing or who will depart next. Therefore, I believe it is of utmost importance to celebrate, often, all of those people who we love and to be completely present while doing so. Cancel your appointments, put your telephone away, ignore all distractions, and focus on that special person who carried us in her belly until we were born.
There should not be only one specific day to be grateful; be grateful every day! A compliment, a card or letter, a flower, a conversation to reminisce about happy childhood memories, all reinforce the ties with our mother and show her how much we love her. Find time to take her out to lunch or dinner, and celebrate whenever you find a moment to do so. Oftentimes relationships between mother and children are complicated, but that is precisely why it is a good idea to try to heal the wounds and work on strengthening the bond with our moms.
Image Source: Thalia
4. Forgetting the past brings you closer.
In order to mend difficult relationships with our parents, in this case our mothers, I find it necessary to work out all of those issues that we carry in our hearts from childhood. There were times when we were children when we felt misunderstood, disrespected, ignored, or not supported. But I found it transformative to understand that mothers try to do our best with the tools we have and the information that we are given. That is why we have to have compassion with ourselves, with the child within us, and learn to forgive and let go of the past in order to forge healthy relationships between mother and child. There is something so liberating about letting go of the past! Move forward, and create new memories with those you love.
5. It's all about the little things in life.
My most memorable moments with my mother were when we could not stop laughing. We used to laugh so hard together that our bellies would hurt and tears would come out of our eyes. It was lovely to see my mom's smile and to hear her laugh. I cherish those moments when we read jokes to each other and watched comedies on TV or at the movies. Keeping things fun and light helped my relationship with my mother a lot.
Once I had my first child, I realized that mothers sometimes feel guilty about the choices we make when raising our kids. It does not matter how small those things are, we always find something to feel guilty about. That is why it is key to let our mothers know that we love them and make their lives more enjoyable. Enjoying the simple things in life with them will really help! Take your mother to eat ice cream, invite her to the movies, or take her out for margaritas. There are so many things we can do to spend time with our mothers and have fun and laugh together! You will never forget those wonderful happy times.
The bottom line is you should appreciate your mother. Celebrate her every day, because life is too short and unexpected. Accept her flaws and focus on the positive; the love of a mom is pure and unconditional. Find ways to spoil your mom and make her laugh. You will always remember those moments with a smile on your face.
Related:
- Finally! Thalia Reveals Her Kickass Fitness Routine
- 5 No-Fail Beauty Tips I Learned on the Set of Telenovelas
- 5 Ways to Keep the Spark Alive in Your Long-Term Relationship
- 5 Supereasy Tricks to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy
- You'll Find Your Happy With These Easy Positivity Tips
- 5 Mom-Approved Beauty Secrets
- 8 Easy Hacks You'll Want to Live By
6 Colombian Recipes You Should Add to Your Dinner Menu
Colombia might be famous for its gorgeous beaches and cities - and bringing us Sofia Vergara and soccer star James Rodriguez, of course - but if you haven't yet tried traditional food from the warm country, you need to get to it. Comfort dishes like ajiaco and papas chorreadas and crunchy treats like patacones and arepas will leave you asking for more. Scroll ahead for those and more totally delectable recipes.
Alessandra Ambrosio Lost the 1 Piece of Jewelry No Girl Ever Wants to Lose
Alessandra Ambrosio has been engaged to her fiancé, Jamie Mazur, since 2008 - they even have two adorable kids, Anja, 7, and Noah, 4 - but if you're looking for an engagement ring on her left hand, you won't find one. Because she doesn't have one - well, she did have one.
The Brazilian-born Victoria's Secret Model recently (and hilariously) admitted her jewelry woes to Vogue, telling the magazine: "I actually lost my engagement ring a few years ago, so I do want to replace it. I don't know if he's going to make me replace it myself since I lost it!" Yikes, it's everyone's worst nightmare! However, Alessandra did say that Jamie has given her plenty of other "beautiful pieces," so who needs a ring anyway, right?
Indulge Your Sweet Tooth With These 27 Latin Desserts
When it comes to Latin American desserts, condensed milk, sugar, and chocolate are king, and we're really not mad about it at all - how could we be? Treats like alfajores, tres leches, and chocolate flan will have you making sure you save plenty of room after dinner for another course. Keep reading for a roundup of recipes for those delicious treats. Get your mixer and spatulas (and tummy) ready!
Here's Exactly How to DIY Your Very Own Lipstick Shade
The following post was originally featured on By Lynny and written by Lynnette Hernandez, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
If you have any eye shadows or blushes lying around that you no longer use, it's time to put them to good use! By mixing up your old eye shadows or blushes with some Chapstick, Vaseline, or even a drop of your matte foundation, you can have your own array of matte lipsticks or glosses without having to spend extra cash.
I love this idea for when you need a lip color that you don't normally wear (like orange or even purple for example), or if you want to create your own custom shade by mixing up different colors. Just watch the video above to see how to make your own matte lipstick. Let me know if you would try this or if you have tried it before!
20 Fitness Hacks That Will Change Your Life
Can't seem to make it to the gym these days? Stop with the excuses, and let these 20 lazy-girl-approved tips keep you on track all season long.
- Keep it short: Always opt for a short and intense workout over a longer one where you don't push yourself. HIIT it, then quit it.
- Get it out of the way: Start your day with a workout so you don't have a chance to skip it later. This one is great for all the procrastinating lazy ladies out there.
- Two birds, one stone: Cardio and strength training don't have to happen separately. Combine them in one workout like this 30-minute printable for a killer workout.
- Hit the floor: Yes, you can lie on the floor and still get an awesome workout. These lazy-girl-approved moves are proof.
- Double TV time: Your commercial breaks are mini workouts that add up after an hour or two of your favorite shows. Try this three-minute workout the next time you want to binge on the tube.
- Socialize: Grab friends for your next class. Scheduling a fitness date will make you more likely to stick with the game plan. No one likes to bail on someone they love.
- Pack up early: Get your gear ready to go the night before your workout. That way you don't have to rush around right before your workout . . . or end up skipping it altogether.
- Change your commute: Ride your bike or walk for a portion or all of your commute. Makings things active will help you burn calories and keep you off public transportation for as long as possible.
- Multitask the mundane: You can always sneak in some exercise. Move through calf raises when you're standing in a long line or waiting for the bus, and move through this two-minute workout you can do while brushing your teeth.
Related: 5 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Started Running
- Enjoy your snack: The right pre-workout snack can fuel you up for better performance at your next workout. Try one of these and enjoy.
- Go slow: You don't have to look like the Energizer Bunny during every workout. Turn up the resistance, slow things down, and you'll feel the burn big-time.
- Drink up: More water helps your body burn more fat, and being properly hydrated improves your workout performance. Sip on H2O all day long.
- Make it routine: When your workout feels like second nature, you won't be as tempted to skip it. Keep your routine consistent every week, and start feeling results.
- Lift a little: If you're all cardio and no strength training, you're not going to see the changes you're after. These beginner-friendly dumbbell exercises are a great place to start.
- Go for 10: Even if you're not going to commit to a full workout, take 10 minutes and work out with one of these videos. Short workouts still count!
- Stay caffeinated: Too tired to hit the gym? Turn up with a few sips of coffee or green tea. You'll get your energy back on track, and caffeine has been linked to better workout performance.
- Cruise your feed: Start following fitness stars like Kayla Itsines and Hannah Bronfman, who will fill up your Instagram feed with a ton of motivation. It's hard not to want to work out after looking at these ladies!
- Hire outside help: Sign up for boutique classes with an awesome instructor, or hire a personal trainer for a handful of sessions at the gym. They'll keep you on track and revitalize your routine.
- Reward yourself: All work with no reward does not suit the lazy girl. Whether it's a piece of chocolate, new gear, or one hour of pure relaxation, give yourself a gold star after you put in the work.
- Stay in bed: You need those seven to nine hours every night to keep you energized throughout the day and during your workout - just another good excuse to linger a little longer.
16 Graduation Cap Ideas For Disney-Princess-Lovers
If you're a Disney princess on the inside, you should let it show as you take your next big step in life! Decorating your graduation cap is a necessity if you want to stand out in the crowd, so take some cues from all of these adorable ideas!
The Most Life-Changing Lessons My Mom Gave Me
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Singer, actress, fashion designer, entrepreneur, writer, and mom of two Thalia shares her parenting, lifestyle, fashion, and beauty tips as POPSUGAR Latina's contributor.
Every year, during the month of May, I become very nostalgic and full of emotion. May is a beautiful month: Summer is near, the flowers are in full bloom, and the sun shines for a longer period of time. It is also the month in which I reflect on all of the lessons I learned from my amazing, beautiful mother, and I wanted to share them with you.
1. Moms are warriors.
I get extremely emotional whenever I remember that I had the great opportunity to have a tough warrior for a mother! Yes, she fought against all odds to raise her daughters after the death of my dad when I was a child. She would stand up tall after every fall and setback and instilled in all of us the importance of self-confidence, hard work, education, preparation, and courage.
The most important thing she wanted us to learn was to be confident and trust ourselves. She wanted us to face all tough situations with strength and aplomb and made us understand that we could accomplish anything we set our minds to in any circumstance, and against anyone. And if, by any chance, what we wanted to accomplish could not be realized, she used to say: "Pack your bags, close and lock the doors of your home, and travel to a place in the world where you will flourish and you will be understood."
2. When you become a mom, you'll respect your mother even more.
Even if it sounds cliché, it is true that when you become a mother, you suddenly understand all of those things that your own mom told you. Many years had to pass in order for me to become a mother and comprehend the magnitude of what unconditional love is. Us children tend to be selfish and only look at our side of the story without putting ourselves in the place of the person with more experience, our mother.
Now that I am going through similar experiences with my children, it is easier for me to realize and remember my careless attitude and all of the uncomfortable situations I caused because of being so impatient, wanting to get my point across above all else, and expecting to do things my way thinking that my mother did not understand me. Becoming a mother has made me better understand my mom's lessons, and I strive to be more patient, loving, and delicate with my kids.
3. Mother's Day is an all-year thing!
Mothers are to be celebrated, not only during the month of May, but all year long. Our time on this planet is very short and we do not know when we will be departing or who will depart next. Therefore, I believe it is of utmost importance to celebrate, often, all of those people who we love and to be completely present while doing so. Cancel your appointments, put your telephone away, ignore all distractions, and focus on that special person who carried us in her belly until we were born.
There should not be only one specific day to be grateful; be grateful every day! A compliment, a card or letter, a flower, a conversation to reminisce about happy childhood memories, all reinforce the ties with our mother and show her how much we love her. Find time to take her out to lunch or dinner, and celebrate whenever you find a moment to do so. Oftentimes relationships between mother and children are complicated, but that is precisely why it is a good idea to try to heal the wounds and work on strengthening the bond with our moms.
Image Source: Thalia
4. Forgetting the past brings you closer.
In order to mend difficult relationships with our parents, in this case our mothers, I find it necessary to work out all of those issues that we carry in our hearts from childhood. There were times when we were children when we felt misunderstood, disrespected, ignored, or not supported. But I found it transformative to understand that mothers try to do our best with the tools we have and the information that we are given. That is why we have to have compassion with ourselves, with the child within us, and learn to forgive and let go of the past in order to forge healthy relationships between mother and child. There is something so liberating about letting go of the past! Move forward, and create new memories with those you love.
5. It's all about the little things in life.
My most memorable moments with my mother were when we could not stop laughing. We used to laugh so hard together that our bellies would hurt and tears would come out of our eyes. It was lovely to see my mom's smile and to hear her laugh. I cherish those moments when we read jokes to each other and watched comedies on TV or at the movies. Keeping things fun and light helped my relationship with my mother a lot.
Once I had my first child, I realized that mothers sometimes feel guilty about the choices we make when raising our kids. It does not matter how small those things are, we always find something to feel guilty about. That is why it is key to let our mothers know that we love them and make their lives more enjoyable. Enjoying the simple things in life with them will really help! Take your mother to eat ice cream, invite her to the movies, or take her out for margaritas. There are so many things we can do to spend time with our mothers and have fun and laugh together! You will never forget those wonderful happy times.
The bottom line is you should appreciate your mother. Celebrate her every day, because life is too short and unexpected. Accept her flaws and focus on the positive; the love of a mom is pure and unconditional. Find ways to spoil your mom and make her laugh. You will always remember those moments with a smile on your face.
Related:
- Finally! Thalia Reveals Her Kickass Fitness Routine
- 5 No-Fail Beauty Tips I Learned on the Set of Telenovelas
- 5 Ways to Keep the Spark Alive in Your Long-Term Relationship
- 5 Supereasy Tricks to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy
- You'll Find Your Happy With These Easy Positivity Tips
- 5 Mom-Approved Beauty Secrets
- 8 Easy Hacks You'll Want to Live By
You Won't Believe Who Just Bought Selena Gomez's Cursed House
Selena Gomez listed her 7,700-square-foot Calabasas, CA, mansion in 2015, just a year and a half after purchasing it. The reason? The singer was never able to feel safe in the home; a stalker showed up just days after she moved in and was arrested in her guest house several days later. A handful of 911 calls over concerns of intruders followed. Yikes!
There's finally some good news, however: rapper French Montana, aka Khloé Kardashian's ex, has just purchased the home for $3.3 million.
Selena listed this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom Mediterranean-style home in the exclusive Hidden Hills neighborhood for $4.5 million ( quite a bit more than French paid for it. The home is an entertainer's dream with an open-floor-plan main living area, eat-in kitchen, and private movie theater. The spacious backyard includes a large pool, an outdoor kitchen with a brick pizza oven, and two al fresco dining areas. We can only imagine the parties French will throw here!
The singer sold her previous home, a Tarzana, CA, compound she beautifully remodeled, to Iggy Azalea in 2014 for $3.45 million.
What's That Tune? The Songs That Ended These Memorable Series Finales
It's been two years since How I Met Your Mother ended, and we still remember how it closed up with a deliberately chosen tune that adds to its final impact. It's not the only show to end on a high note - so to speak. Remember Six Feet Under's use of "Breathe Me"? What about the final tune from Veronica Mars? In honor of finale season, here's a look at a few of our favorite signature series-ending songs.
27 Intense Feelings You Had Watching This Week's Episode of Game of Thrones
It couldn't last. After a few weeks of events on Game of Thrones that actually made us smile, the show is back to the tragedy that we know and tolerate in this week's episode. But at least with the death of beloved characters (and yet another direwolf), there are an awful lot of important events moving the series forward. Though we're still unclear what the heartbreaking turn of events this week means for Bran (and the story), it's a hell of a ride this week. Until next week, let's go over the emotional rollercoaster of this week's episode, "The Door."
How Can You Kill a White Walker on Game of Thrones?
Arguably the most important weapon on Game of Thrones right now is dragonglass, the common name for an obsidian-like mineral in Westeros. Along with Valyrian steel and fire, it makes up the holy trinity of White Walker-exterminating weapons. And it is very, very effective.
The first time we witness said effectiveness is on season three's "Second Sons," when Samwell Tarly uses it to protect Gilly's baby against a White Walker. Then on season six, Meera Reed, Bran Stark's companion – displaying the most awesome aim ever – uses a dragonglass-tipped spear to destroy a White Walker.
As the White Walker threat looms ever closer on the horizon, might we suggest stocking up on ye olde dragonglass? Yes, Valyrian steel is very fancy, and dragons – and fire – make for good PR, but dragonglass is tried and true, and much easier to come by.
Game of Thrones Just Revealed Something Huge About the White Walkers
Hold the door! We finally know the White Walker origin story. In "The Door," the fifth episode of Game of Thrones season six, we discover that the Children of the Forest – those leafy, fairy-like beings hanging out with the Three-Eyed Raven – created them!
Conventional wisdom states that the White Walkers – properly known as the Others – emerged from the far north during the Long Night, a decades-long night that fell upon Westeros about 8,000 years ago.
Now we know the truth. The very first White Walker was made when a Child of the Forest plunged dragonglass into a human's heart. Turns out human beings were cutting the Children of the Forest's sacred trees, and generally being very bad neighbors, so the Children of the Forest created the first White Walkers as a biochemical weapon against the First Men.
This, of course, turns out to be a spectacularly bad idea. As they say, what goes around, comes around . . .
Game of Thrones: We Really Need to Discuss That Hodor Stuff
Warning: Huge spoilers follow!
On this week's episode of Game of Thrones, we bid a hard farewell to Hodor, a character of few words but enormous heart. In season six, we've had the opportunity to delve into Hodor's past and discover who he was before he became the man so beloved by the Game of Thrones fan base. Over the course of the six seasons, the show builds a mystery around Hodor's limited vocabulary. Why is he only able to say his own name? When Bran explores his father's childhood in Winterfell, he also sees a young Hodor. He learns that Hodor's real name is Wylis, and he was once a stableboy with normal speaking abilities. So, it isn't that Hodor can only say his name; Hodor gets his name from his speaking problems.
How Does He Die?
When the White Walkers attack the great weirwood tree, Bran is busy watching his father and Hodor in the past in Winterfell. Meera, becoming panicked, asks Bran to "warg" into (possess) Hodor to help them escape. But Bran, with one foot in the past and one foot in the present, messes up. He attempts to tell Present Hodor to "hold the door" against the oncoming horde of White Walkers, but accidentally wargs into Past Hodor as well, who has a seizure. As Present Hodor is torn apart by the White Walkers, Past Hodor screams to "hold the door." Eventually, Past Hodor can only say "hodor."
What Will His Death Mean?
Hodor's death isn't just tragic; his fate raises enormous questions about the future of Game of Thrones. Bran isn't just visiting static memories and influencing the events of the past. What is the extent of Bran's abilities? The death of Hodor seems to indicate that his time travel creates closed causal loops, where Bran's manipulation of the past simply brings about conditions that already exist in the present (like Hodor's speech problems). If this is true, how many of the events of Game of Thrones are the results of Bran trying to change the past or doing it by accident? Hodor might be gone, but his death will send ripples through the Game of Thrones universe.
Stevie Wonder Crashed Madonna's Prince Tribute and Made Everyone Cry
Madonna paid tribute to her late friend Prince at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night. She started off in a purple chair, singing "Nothing Compares 2 U," which Prince released with his funk band, The Family, in 1985. Stevie Wonder then joined in for an emotional rendition of Prince's 1984 hit "Purple Rain." While they're only two of the many celebrities to cover Prince since his death, the performance is definitely worth watching if only to see the masses of artists swaying along to the music in the audience. Watch, and listen to all of Prince's essential hits in remembrance.
Who Exactly Is the Three-Eyed Raven on Game of Thrones?
Spoiler warning! The following article contains major plot points from Game of Thrones season six, episode five.
Although we don't meet the Three-Eyed Raven on Game of Thrones until season five, his presence hangs over the entire series. When Bran falls from the tower and slips into a coma, the Three-Eyed Raven appears to him as a bird infiltrating his dreams. Later, Bran hears his voice coming from a weirwood tree, directing him to go north. When Bran finally meets the Three-Eyed Raven in person, he's an old man enfolded in the branches of a weirwood tree. When the Three-Eyed Raven dies defending Bran from the White Walkers on the latest episode, he leaves both Bran and the audience with more questions than answers.
Who Is He?
Nobody seems to be sure who exactly the Three-Eyed Raven is. Unlike the hundreds of other characters populating the Game of Thrones universe, he doesn't have a name. He doesn't have a house affiliation. In the Song of Ice and Fire books, his black cloak hints at a previous association with the Night's Watch, but he never talks about his own history.
What we do know for sure about the Three-Eyed Raven is that he is a Greenseer, gifted with the ability to see the past, present, and future and communicate through dreams. Greensight is more common with the Children of the Forest, but some humans, like the Three-Eyed Raven, also have this ability.
What Does He Want?
When Bran meets the Three-Eyed Raven, he says he's waited a thousand years for him. He assumes a mentor role to Bran, showing him visions but stressing that he cannot interact with the past. The Three-Eyed Raven assures Bran he won't become an old man stuck in a tree. So what exactly are his plans for Bran? The Three-Eyed Raven isn't a passive observer. After all, he uses his powers to bring Bran north. But he seems adamant that Bran shouldn't fiddle with the past.
What Does His Death Mean For Bran?
The Three-Eyed Raven tells Bran that he now must become the Three-Eyed Raven himself, even if he isn't ready. We've seen that Bran can affect the past, as his manipulation of Hodor's mind to defend himself from the White Walkers leads to Hodor's mental problems and eventual death. Will Bran heed the Three-Eyed Raven's warning about messing with past, or will he continue to explore his newfound abilities? We may not see the Three-Eyed Raven again, but his vision training with Bran will have enormous implications going forward.
We Tried Birch Water, the Electrolyte-Packed Superdrink
Claimed by some as the new coconut water, birch water is the latest trend in plant waters. A low-sugar, antioxidant-rich, electrolyte-loaded alternative to the tropical varieties, birch water comes is derived from sap of trees that grow in much colder climates.
Related: What Does Rose Water Taste Like?
We got to try Säpp Birch Water, which claims to be detoxifying, and organic - harvested directly from birch trees, and never diluted with water. Säpp has no added sugars, and only contains 10 calories per bottle.
Original
The unflavored variety garnered a mixed review, some finding it "super refreshing," and others finding it to taste "like watered down leftover kombucha foam," (oddly specific). Most noted a tart or sour taste, despite it being very mild.
Nettle
Also particularly tart was the Nettle flavor, which was very well received. Most who tested it said it "tastes like lemon iced tea," and said it was quite refreshing. Another kombucha reference came up (must be the sour flavor): "tastes like kombucha, but not fizzy." One confused commenter said "Good. Tastes like old stale wine." We have no idea what that means.
Rosehip
With a distinct molasses smell, the Rosehip flavor was the sweetest of all the flavors, with a bit of tartness true to all three birch wateres. One taste tester described "floral notes; tart but elegant," while another said "tastes like sour plum juice (good thing)." Another reference to tea was made, but it was described as watered-down: "like tea I let my ice melt in. Not bad."
Who Are the Children of the Forest on Game of Thrones? What You Need to Know
We're halfway into season six of Game of Thrones, and we have so many questions. Now that the dust has settled on Jon Snow's big moment, we're wondering about something entirely different: the Children of the Forest. We see one of them at the beginning of season six, episode two, when Bran comes out of the cave to speak with Meera. Once he goes back in, one of the Children, Leaf, starts telling Meera that Bran needs her. Meera doesn't seem too impressed with Leaf, but we're curious as hell. They reappear in a major way on the fifth episode, when we learn that they are responsible for creating a whitewalker to help fight their battles. (Not cool, by the way.)
So, what's the deal with these creatures?
First of all, we've seen Leaf before this season. She looks older now, but Leaf is the one who helps Bran, Meera, and Hodor reach safety at the end of season four, when they're being attacked by the wights. She also destroys Jojen's body with a fireball to prevent him from being reincarnated as a wight.
Children of the Forest are mythical creatures in the Game of Thrones universe. Though we know they're real because we've seen them, most inhabitants of the Seven Kingdoms believe they died out thousands of years before - or that they never existed at all. The Children worship the Old Gods, as do those in the Night's Watch. The weirwood tree that Bran and his team find sanctuary in is carved on by the Children of the Forest, who worship these trees, along with the spirits of everything found in nature.
In addition to staying forever young (many of the Children are said to be hundreds of years old), these creatures also possess magic. They aren't able to shoot fireballs in the A Song of Ice and Fire series, but like Bran Stark, some can see into the future. Those with that particular power are known as "Greenseers" in the books. Bran is one, as was Jojen - before his death. "He isn't going to stay here forever," Leaf says to Meera in the recent episode. "And out there, he needs you." This indicates that perhaps Leaf can see into the future, and knows that there will be a time when Bran is in trouble. She probably should have seen that army of Whitewalkers coming for Bran, no?
Watch Out, Daenerys Is About to Take What's Hers on Game of Thrones
This week's Game of Thrones episode featured a lot of plot development, but we're about to see even more characters making moves. Things aren't looking good for Margaery, Daenerys is aiming to take the throne, and Jaime is back. (Sorry, but I missed him this week.) Take a look at the sixth episode before it airs over Memorial Weekend - that's right, you'd better figure out a way to watch the new episode on vacation, or forever live with spoilers.
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The Best Way to Grill Asparagus
Before I learned this method, my grilled asparagus always ended up stringy, charred, and shriveled. I had all but given up hope that it could ever taste good, unless wrapped in bacon. However, while at a dinner party, I learned a new way of cooking it that is foolproof.
Buy thick, hearty stalks of asparagus. These are less likely to fall through grill grates. Prep the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends and then peeling the stalk skin.
Lightly coat the asparagus in a neutral-tasting, high-heat oil, using your hands to evenly coat each stalk.
In a medium-high grill, place the asparagus stalks perpendicular to the grill grates. Close the top and allow the asparagus to cook/steam for approximately 30 seconds. Open the grill top, use tongs to flip toss the asparagus around, close the top, and cook for another 30 seconds.
Remove from the grill and salt and pepper to taste.
That's it! You can try leaving the asparagus on longer, if you prefer grill marks, but you will find this quick method cooks the asparagus through while maintaining a slight crunch.
Watch As Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Seem to Melt Together While Performing Their Duet
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton's real-life chemistry is translating onto the stage. On Sunday, the couple performed their duet, "Go Ahead and Break My Heart," at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, and needless to say, their performance was nothing short of amazing. Not only was the pair totally in sync as they locked eyes and serendaded each other, but the song itself will hit you right in the heart. Watch Gwen and Blake melt together above.
Kesha's Beautiful Billboard Music Awards Performance Will Overwhelm You Emotionally
It goes without saying that Kesha brought down the house at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night. After much back and forth about whether she could perform, the singer took to the stage to perform an incredible cover of Bob Dylan's "It Ain't Me Babe," backed by Ben Folds. Not only did she blow everyone away with her chilling vocals, but she also received a standing ovation from the crowd afterwards. She was definitely one of the brightest stars of the night.
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