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Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:42:23 -0400

So, my niece has been trying to get me to watch this...

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 16:24:45 -0500

So, my niece has been trying to get me to watch this “documentary” (Mermaids: The Body Found) from Discovery’s Animal Planet, for over a week now, so convinced she is that the film proves the existence of a mythical creature her young heart yearns to believe in. The two-hour flick purports that an unknown species of marine life, bearing human-like attributes had been found in the stomach of a shark, and in another instance on a beach by two teenagers, who later recanted their story after being pressed to do so by the US Navy.

This morning, I finally watched it. And I must admit, it was quite compelling. Perhaps too compelling. And that’s what initially piqued my doubt within the first 10 minutes of watching. The four main scientists “coming forward for the first time” to be interviewed were just too polished, too deliberate in their speech and look. And yet, the words ‘reenactment’ or ‘portrayed’, were nowhere to be found. Add to this some obvious CGIs on footage said to be real, and Mermaids seemed quite…(wait for it)…fishy.

After a little cursory research into the film, I found my suspicions confirmed. The film is listed as “docu-fiction” or scientific entertainment; a category that truly should not exist. And ultimately this is what rankles me most. That, and the fact that a channel (Discovery) known for it’s scientific programs, would stoop so low in it’s programming. This speaks volumes to where television has found itself in this era of “reality tv”, when we can no longer count on television venues designed to give us the real to actually give us reality. It’s quite careless on Discovery’s part. And the mix of real events and footage, mixed in with the clearly fictional information makes it especially difficult for an untrained eye to determine what’s true and what’s not.

I have well over a decade of film and television experience to assist me in seeing the holes and gaps in this film. My niece does not. She is a child. And in her mind, it’s on the Discovery channel, so it must be true. It has to be real. Now, I’m left to explain to her (and break her heart in the process) that the film she thought proves the existence of her mermaids, was in fact a fake; an egregious and unnecessary attempt for Discovery to join the ranks of cheaply produced sensationalism.

She’ll never trust them again. And I don’t blame her.

So, the girls decided to flat iron last week, using...

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:18:00 -0500

So, the girls decided to flat iron last week, using the Herstyler Classic Forever Ceramic Flat Iron (we heart it for it’s temperature gauge, ceramic construction, and great price), Silk ‘N Sleek Straighten Polisher, Diamond Luster Polisher, and of course our staple coconut oil.

Here are a few tips to ensure beautiful results and no hair damage:

Always start with clean and well-conditioned hair.
If you choose to blow dry (as opposed to air drying) your hair, use the cool setting. Sure your hair will take longer to dry, but you definitely don’t want to risk heat damage. Make certain your hair is completely dry before you flat iron.
Pre-treat your hair with a little coconut oil for moisture (or another very light moisturizer of your choosing). Don’t over-saturate the hair, just work in enough oil to create a light sheen.
Section your hair (4-6 sections will work) and apply a heat protectant to each section of hair.
If this is your first time flat ironing and you’re unsure of what temperature works for your hair, start with the lowest setting on a small section of hair and increase the heat until you notice your strands straightening. This will be the temperature you should use. Keep in mind, hair burns at about 450 degrees Fahrenheit, so you don’t want to be anywhere near that number. I recommend 200-330 degrees, depending on your hair’s texture (level of curliness).
Method: begin as close to the roots as you can — with a fine tooth comb just beneath the flat iron — pull the iron down in one smooth motion. Your movements should be slow and controlled, but don’t let the iron sit in one place for any length of time. Try to stick to one or two passes of the iron at best.

New iPhone in July, August? iPad Mini in April?

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:04:56 -0500

allappleeverything: So, we predicted last month that the iPhone 5S would launch later this year in...

iMac Shipping Estimates Improve to 'Within 24 Hours' in Apple's North American Online Stores

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:00:27 -0500

allappleeverything: 3 months after its debut, Apple’s iMac shipping estimate improves to “within...

Sources say Apple's iWatch will run iOS, and arrive later this year.

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:54:00 -0500

allappleeverything: Details are emerging about Apple’s much rumored iWatch, which is targeted for...

On Youtube: Click

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:11:17 -0500

On Youtube: Click

"We all have the capacity for cruelty. And equally, the capacity for love. The question is, which do..."

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:05:46 -0500

“We all have the capacity for cruelty. And equally, the capacity for love. The question is,...

Not a fan of heavy perfumes and other artificial scents. As a...

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 19:54:44 -0500

Not a fan of heavy perfumes and other artificial scents. As a naturalist, I like my home and other spaces to just smell…clean. I’m loving this new discovery from Kohl’s: a scented candle called, Good Air! It’s quite lovely. Light and odor neutralizing. In a nutshell, Good Air makes for some really great air.

"Fear is a wall. A formidable wall. But not an unscalable one. Once you push past your deepest fears,..."

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:07:16 -0500

“Fear is a wall. A formidable wall. But not an unscalable one. Once you push past your deepest...

Nutmeg Oil: This morning I woke up with some major neck/shoulder...

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:02:01 -0500

Nutmeg Oil: This morning I woke up with some major neck/shoulder (muscle) pain, after several dozing off episodes at my desk last night. Bloody deadlines! ;). Here’s one of my natural remedies for all such pain, to include arthritis, carpel tunnel and other nerve and muscle pain. Rub a few drops of nutmeg oil unto your area of pain, massage, and find relief.

The nutmeg in general has so many wonderful health and wellness benefits (Look for me to cover them all in an upcoming ANY-QT. Benefits include pain relief, digestive help, cardiovascular health, liver cleansing, and more.

Spices: from The Spice Island. Grenada, W.I.

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:53:00 -0500

Spices: from The Spice Island. Grenada, W.I.

Underwater sculpture, Grenada, W.I.

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:51:54 -0500

Underwater sculpture, Grenada, W.I.

Vacation rental in Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:50:00 -0500

Vacation rental in Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

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Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:36:00 -0500

One of my favorite passages. Philipians 4:13. Engraved on my...

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:00:00 -0500

One of my favorite passages. Philipians 4:13. Engraved on my ring. “I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength.”

Cool Stuff: MYO - Wearable Gesture Control from Thalmic Labs....

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:38:00 -0500

Cool Stuff: MYO - Wearable Gesture Control from Thalmic Labs. You can control presentations, video, content, games, browse the web, create music, edit videos, and more, according to the MYO creators.

Apple's iWatch.

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 21:03:26 -0500

So rumor has it that my favorite tech company, Apple, is preparing to take the watch industry by...

Trying out some new pieces for the new clothing line,...

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 23:37:00 -0500

Trying out some new pieces for the new clothing line, Girlsetto™. Corded bottoms with leather accents, matching boots, vest, bow tie.

"The people born to lead or to be stars or to wear the cape are more often reluctant participants,..."

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 17:22:00 -0500

“The people born to lead or to be stars or to wear the cape are more often reluctant...