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Monday, February 24, 2014

Mainau- a Dream Island

Sunflower at Mainau. Source: my own picture

A few years ago, during a journey I made in several European countries, I had the chance to visit an extraordinary island. Its name is Mainau and it is located in Lake Constance, near the city of Konstanz, close to the border between Germany and Switzerland. In an area where there are many attractions for tourists, Mainau stands out because it’s truly a place like no other.
As soon as I entered the island I understood why it’s so appreciated by tourists and locals who go there to enjoy its beauty. This patch of land was turned into a piece of paradise by its owners, the Bernadotte family. It is undoubtedly a fantastic site for those who love flowers. I was amazed to find out that there about 500 rose varieties, not to mention other species of flowers, in the parks and gardens which surround its main building, the Castle of the Teutonic Order.
The castle, which lies in the heart of the island, doesn’t look very impressive. It doesn’t have a complicated architectural design, but I think its beauty lies in its simplicity. I only saw it from outside, but I went inside the church which is situated next to the castle. That short visit gave me a few moments of meditation before continuing my exploration of the island.
Words are sometimes poor to describe the beauty of the gardens around the castle. Thousands of flowers in all sorts of original arrangements can be admired there in a unique display of beauty. The parks also include all kinds of trees, including giant Sequoias, the tallest trees I’ve seen in my life. I was stunned when I looked up at the tree tops and realized how huge they were.
Mainau also allows children to have an unforgettable experience by having fun at Disney Village and Water World, two exciting playgrounds. There are places in which many adults won’t resist the temptation of going back to their childhood days and exploring them for a while. Art lovers can admire the splendid statues which can be found all over the island, so there are wonderful things to do for everyone at Mainau.
For all these reasons I consider that Mainau is an objective which can’t be missed by any traveler who goes to Lake Constance. It looks like a dream island, but it’s real and I hope to see it again one day.

Article originally published at FullofKnowledge on July 2, 2013.

You can see more stunning pictures I've taken at Mainau on my blog:
http://sebaonciu.blogspot.ro/2013/07/mainau-enchanting-island.html#.Uwuhp87iMSV

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For all these reasons I consider that Mainau is an objective which can’t be missed by any traveler who goes to Lake Constance. It looks like a dream island, but it’s real and I hope to see it again one day.
You can see a few more pictures taken at Mainau on my blog:
http://sebaonciu.blogspot.ro/2013/07/mainau-enchanting-island.html#.UdKAgKx5ahg

Read more at http://fullofknowledge.com/2013/07/mainau-a-dream-island/#rdY8pkxBPoAhuodH.99

As soon as I entered the island I understood why it’s so appreciated by tourists and locals who go there to enjoy its beauty. This patch of land was turned into a piece of paradise by its owners, the Bernadotte family. It is undoubtedly a fantastic sight for those who love flowers. I was amazed to find out that there about 500 rose varieties, not to mention other species of flowers, in the parks and gardens which surround its main building, the Castle of the Teutonic Order
Read more at http://fullofknowledge.com/2013/07/mainau-a-dream-island/#rdY8pkxBPoAhuodH.99

A few years ago, during a journey I made into several European countries, I had the chance to visit an extraordinary island. Its name is Mainau and it is located in Lake Constance, near the city of Konstanz, close to the border between Germany and Switzerland. In an area where there are many attractions for tourists, Mainau stands out because it’s truly a place like no other.
Read more at http://fullofknowledge.com/2013/07/mainau-a-dream-island/#rdY8pkxBPoAhuodH.99

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Study: acne pathogen transferred from humans to grapevines -- National Skin Care Examiner

Seriously, this bacteria transferred from humans to plants--grapevines to be exact

If you have acne, drink the occasional glass of wine, are a fan of musician Frank Zappa, or just like weird science, here's some news you will find intriguing... -- Examiner

This could be big news for acne sufferers, because as researchers study the pathogen in grape vines, they might hit upon a cure for the human bacteria. This is the indirect way many other cures and treatments have been found.

Article at: Acne bacteria spread from humans to grapevines new study reveals - National Skin Care Examiner

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Monday, February 17, 2014

Skin, Health & Beauty Tips Online

Skin, Health & Beauty logo property of Kathryn Darden

A new website was launched in September 2011 to address skin care, health & beauty issues. Appropriately named Skin, Health, Beauty, the new skin care and wellness website contains articles, photos, videos, tips and information about keeping skin healthy and beautiful as well as aging, health, beauty and other related topics. The skin care and beauty website also carries product reviews, national skin care events and information about job opportunities in the skin care field as well as other beauty and health tips.

Skin Care Leader

Although the new beauty website covers many different brands and products, the Skin, Health, Beauty website has partnered with a major dermatology skin care company to provide breaking news about cutting edge technology and new product releases in the medicated skin care industry. RF Dermatolgists is best known as the innovative creators and owners of Proactive Solution, the best-selling acne medication in the world thanks to TV infomercials, celebrity spokespersons, and word-of-mouth. However, RF Dermatologists recently launched their new anti-aging skin care line for older people in the aging baby-boomer generation who are concerned about reversing the signs of sun damage, environmental damage and age. Just this month at the RF National Convention in San Francisco, Calif., new products were unveiled for aging hands and lips. See New Skin Care Products Unveiled at RF National Convention.

Product Reviews

In addition to the skin care products from RF Dermatologists, the Skin, Health, Beauty site has reviewed products a diverse as Provectin and RoC for skin care, Crest and Colgate for tooth care, and many other products and brands. There has also been an ongoing series about various skin disorders including acne, rosacea, milia, and moles, as well as an ongoing breakdown and examination of many skin care ingredients such as peptides, alpha-hydroxy, salicylic acid, tretinoin, antioxidants, and more. In addition, the bod's own antiaging tools are address: collagen, elastin, protein and more. Fore more info see: New Portal for Skin, Health & Beauty News Launches in September: SkinHealthBeauty.Com

Visitors are invited to come check out the blog. Articles are copyrighted, so article copying is forbidden without written permission, but links are always appreciated. Visit SkinHealthBeauty.com for more information or email skin_and_health@yahoo.com

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Sunday, February 16, 2014

Other Ways for Writers to Make Money in their Extra Time

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So you're a writer! If I was a betting woman, I would bet most writers do other things to earn money, from eBay to promotions to other jobs. A few years ago I realized that the days of making BIG bucks writing were pretty much over for me. My best month writing across all my sites together has only netted me a little over $1,000--hardly an income I can thrive on.

I LOVE to write and will keep looking at new things like PWG hoping to find that magic mixture of work, writing, promotion, networking and sites that do a lot of the work, too. But in 2010, I started looking into other avenues, including franchises and business partnerships.

Franchises: With hard work and determination, owning a franchise can bring in a LOT of money, so this idea had a lot of appeal. However, franchises cost a great deal of money, with the LOWEST ones in the $20,000 range and average buying prices in the hundreds of thousands.

Schemes: Then there are the "make big money quick doing nothing" ads all over the internet that usually don't pan out and don't live up to their promises.

Direct Marketing: That's why many people end up turning to direct marketing which can have all the advantages of a franchise, or all the disappointments of a "get rich quick" scheme. So how do you find the right direct marketing business?

Look for one with a track record of success. Companies like Amway, Mary Kay and even Avon have been around for a long time. These companies have proven they are not a scheme that will take your money and leave you standing on the street corner selling pencils.
Look for companies that belong to the Direct Selling Association. This organization insists on the highest ethics and training in its member businesses.
Look for a great product line. Is it something you and your friends would use? Would you use it in ten years?
Look for companies that are already solvent. A new business, no matter how great the idea sounds, has a high chance of bankruptcy.
Look for a company in a booming industry, that is ahead of the trends, that will meet a need no matter how good or bad the economy gets.

Did I find a business I like that has earned me a more-than-decent monthly income working part-time hours from home? Yes, yes I did. In 2010, I chose an anti-aging skin care business because as the baby-boomer generation continues to age, as well as younger generations, our skin will continue to age with us. We all want to look our best. We all want healthy skin. I would use it now and in 10 years.

The dermatologists company I chose owns and created Proactive for acne, so they are WAY beyond solvent as well as award-winning members of the Direct Selling Association. They use social media and social networking much like we do for our articles to sell and promote the products, so it is a format I am very comfortable with. It is almost all done on the computer -- no products to carry or return. And it costs a small fraction of the lowest franchise fees to start my business.

If you want to know more, just ask me! I love to talk about skin care as much as I love to talk about writing now! And here are some links if you want to read more:

My skin care business
My skin care products
Exclusive: Dermatologists Changing the Face of Beauty with New Technology
A company overview
My Facebook page

Also see: How to Earn Money Writing for Examiner.com

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