Gluten-Free Living is a national magazine specializing in all aspects of the gluten-free life. I have written several articles pertaining to Celiac Disease and the gluten-free lifestyle.
Day: February 15, 2017
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Newsletter – Health & Fitness
Fitness studio in Corona Del Mar, Newport Beach. Features dynamic cycling class with whole body resistance and the lengthening, strengthening push and pull of total body Pilates.
Subject: Defy Gravity Misses You!
We noticed you haven’t been to the Defy Gravity Studio in some time and miss you!
Work, family, and life in general can make it difficult to find time to take care of YOU. The Defy Gravity Team some solutions! We’d love for you to come back to the studio and experience the wide variety of classes offered each week focused on bringing out the best version of yourself!
• Check out our new schedule with added classes!
• Try our Split Class – the most efficient workout in the least amount of time: 1 hour = 1/2 is cardio cycling class and transition to the other 1/2 of class for strength training with our new Bodhi suspension training or do a split with cycling and Pilates.
• Our new, advanced instructors will help you get the most out of your workout.Feedback Please!
What do you ultimately need from a fitness studio? Please take a moment to share your feedback – it’s important that we go above and beyond for our clients.1. What is your #1 Fitness Goal?
2. What time is best for you to work out?
3. What type of workout do you prefer?
4. Was there something you didn’t like at Defy Gravity Studio, so we can improve our services?
5. What did you like about Defy Gravity Studio, so we can keep doing it?To answer: Just hit “Reply” with your feedback.
The Defy Gravity Team is here to help you in determining what works best in your fitness journey.
Contact us if you have questions or need more information. Visit our website, contact us at 949.719.2900, or email the Defy Gravity Team via info@defygravitystudio.com. Don’t forget to join the amazing Defy Gravity Community on Facebook and Twitter!Here’s to good health!
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Blog – Nature
The JCs Wildlife is a small family owned business catering to home bird and nature enthusiasts. I wrote multiple blog and social media posts for JCs.
Top 5 Bird Feeding Fails
Feeding the birds is a fun way to get to know the native birds in your area. The JCs Wildlife Team has put together five “feeding fails” to avoid. Read on for insider tips on keeping your birds happy and healthy!
1. Dirty Feeders
A clean feeder equals happy birds! Sadly, a not so clean one can spread sickness and parasites to your feathered friends. Keeping feeders clean is an essential part of feeder maintenance that ensures a healthy bird and brood habitat. Feeders simply need to be washed out regularly with warm water and non-toxic Cleaning Supplies. Make sure feeders are dried completely before refilling with fresh seed.2. Sneaky Squirrels
Squirrels are devious little critters and unless you want to feed them, you’ll need to squirrel proof! Here at JCs Wildlife, we have a wide range of squirrel proof feeders.Our Brome Squirrel Buster Mini gives you the freedom to locate your feeder just about anywhere. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the seed ports. All squirrels and many large birds are foiled, but not harmed in any way.
Another awesome option is the Squirrel-Be-Gone Wild Bird Feeder that features a weight activated perch bar that closes to prevent squirrels from accessing the seed supply. Adjustable springs can be calibrated to accommodate different bird sizes and keep away nuisance birds as well as squirrels. Looking for more ways to squirrel proof your space? Read our Squirrel Stopper product review here!
2. Empty Feeders
Once birds discover your feeders, they’re sure to return time and time again! It’s important not to let feeders go empty, especially in the winter months. Bird feeders, suet cakes, log jammers, and even a pine cone with peanut butter and bird seed will help birds maintain their weight during the cold season.3. Rancid Suet
Suet is a tasty powerhouse food for birds made up of rendered fat, quality seeds, grains, peanut butter, and peanuts. Unfortunately, some suet can melt or turn rancid in direct sun or hot temperatures. A fantastic solution is Pine Tree Farms Never Melt Suet! This vitamin fortified suet can withstand temperatures of over 120 F and is ideal for spring/summer feeding and warm climate customers.5. Not So Fresh Food
Proper storage of your bird food is just as important as selecting a feeder. Choose a sturdy waterproof container with a tight-fitting lid. It’s important to keep pesky critters such as rodents from chewing into containers and contaminating the seed. A waterproof container will keep your seed dry to minimize the potential for mold. Read more from JCs Wildlife on choosing the best and most nutrient rich seed here.Wondering which feeders are right for you? Contact us through e-mail or call us at 812-867-2800. Be sure to check out what our customers are saying about our company and products!
Do you have a special bird feeding tip to share? What birds flock to the feeders in your area? Share with JCs Wildlife Community in the comments below!
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Press – Grand Opening
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our high quality furniture and mattress store “Alamosa Home” here in Alamosa, Colorado!
Alamosa Home Celebrates Its Grand Opening in San Luis Valley!
Something SPECTACULAR is coming to Alamosa! We are thrilled to announce the opening of our high quality furniture and mattress store “Alamosa Home” here in Alamosa, Colorado! Join us for our Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, May 16th starting at 10 am. Our store at 630 Main Street will be jam packed with amazing prizes, door buster specials, complimentary food & drink, as well as an after-hours concert featuring southwestern folk-country legends Don Richmond & the Rifters and handcrafted beer from the San Luis Brewing Company! Mattress Mary and her team are excited to get to know the Alamosa community!
About Alamosa Home
Alamosa Home has what you’ve been searching for…from furnishings and mattresses to bedding, lighting and rugs, Alamosa Home is your headquarters for all fine furnishing needs. We proudly bring trusted brands including Serta, American Leather, Tempur-Pedic, La-Z-Boy, Flexsteel, Omnia Leather, and Norwalk Furniture to the San Luis Valley. Be the first to experience our new store and discover the perfect piece that reflects you. Alamosa Home’s sister store, Taos Lifestyle has been an award-winning establishment in Taos, New Mexico for 11 years.Door Buster Specials
• Serta Perfect Sleeper “Berkmans” Queen mattress for $299 (Regular price $$$$)
• Omnia Leather 100% Top Grain Aniline Dyed Sofa: SUPER Door Buster from 10 am to Noon for $1,399. The Omnia Leather Door Buster continues from Noon to 6 pm at a price of $1,499. (Regular price $1,999)
• La-Z-Boy Recliners from $299Prizes, Prizes, Prizes!
• 2 tickets to the Denver Broncos 2015 Season Home Opener vs Baltimore Ravens on September 13th ($350 value)
• 2 tickets to the Denver Broncos vs Oakland Raiders on December 13th ($350 value)
• Serta iComfort Insight Queen Mattress Set ($1,300 value)
• 2 Tempur-Pedic Pillows ($200 value)Get Your Grub On
Shopping and mingling works up an appetite! The Alamosa Home Grand Opening has you covered with complimentary food from 10 am to 6 pm. Enjoy local eats and sweet treats from The Rubi Slipper, Milagros Coffee House and the Nestle Toll House Café.Meet Local Radio Personalities
KALQ 93.5 “Alamosa Quality Country”, KSLV 96.5 “The Mix”, KZBR 97.1 “The Zebra”, and KSPK 104.1 “Southern Colorado’s Best Country” will be broadcasting live throughout the day!Grand Opening After Party Concert
The party continues! Starting at 6 pm, live music by Don Richmond & the Rifters will be jamming, free craft beer (ages 21 & over) from the San Luis Brewing Company will be flowing, and Alamosa Home will officially be a part of the Alamosa community!For additional details or to schedule an interview, please contact “Mattress Mary” Mary Domito via 719-589-2030.
Alamosa Home – 630 Main Street – Alamosa, CO 81101
Store Hours – Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 11 am to 4 pm
www.alamosahome.com
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Landing Page – Intimates
Cr8zy Curves is a lingerie store specializing in larger cups from E-K for band sizes of 32-44. I worked with the owner to create their Fit Guide and FAQ content pages.
Cr8zy Curves Fit Guide
8 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong bra size. Cr8zy Curves Intimates is the solution! The Cr8zy Curves Bra Experts are here to solve all of your bra questions and problems.
Measuring Your Bra Size – a Step-by-Step Guide
Find a fabulously perfect bra and you’ll feel like you can leap tall buildings in a single bound!
Bra sizing can be very confusing and overwhelming. Measure? Add? Subtract? What does math class have to do with wearing a bra? Here at Cr8zy Curves, our team understands your frustration because we also have larger busts. Leave that feeling of discouragement at our virtual dressing room door as Cr8zy Curves is your go-to bra source.
Wondering if your band or cups are too big or small? The Cr8zy Curves Bra Experts are here to solve all of your bra questions and problems. Visit our FAQ page for advice from our knowledgeable team.
Let’s Get Started!
Tip – It’s best to measure yourself when you’re wearing a bra. Make sure it has no padding and is not a minimizer.
Step 1 – Measure Your Band Size
Your band size is the foundation to finding the ideal bra that provides the support you need.
- Use the “back to front” method, bringing the measuring tape straight across your back and right underneath your breasts.
- Make sure the measuring tape lies flat at the back and is in a horizontal line all the way around.
- The measuring tape should be snug for an accurate fit. Round to the nearest whole inch (up or down). Example: if your measurement is 29 3/8 inches, round to 29. If the measurement is 29½ inches or more round to 30 inches.
- If your final rounded measurement is an even number, add 2 inches. If the rounded measurement is an odd number, add 1 inch. Example: 33 inches + 1 inch = a 34 inch band size<
Step 2 – Measure Your Cup Size
The correct cup size will comfortably contain your breasts and enhance your silhouette.
- Use the “back to front” method again, bringing the measuring tape straight across your back to the fullest part of your breasts.
- Make sure that the tape measure is at the same level all the way around.
- Find your cup size with the measuring tape loosely at the fullest part of your bust (be sure not to pull the measuring tape tight) and round to the nearest whole inch (up or down) as you did to find your band size.
- Subtract your band measurement (Step 1) from this bust measurement. The difference is your cup size (see the sizing chart below). Example: 38 inch (overbust measurement) – 33 inch (underbust measurement) = 5 = DD cup size
Size Conversions
Cr8zy Curves is proud to carry well-known brands from the US, Europe, and the UK. To determine the correct bra size when ordering, each Product Description will list if the designer is from Europe or the UK. Follow the Sizing Chart below to convert to the appropriate size to order.
Difference US Cup Sizes European Cup Sizes UK Cup Sizes 4” D D D 5” DD/E E DD 6” DDD/F F E 7” DDDD/G G F 8” DDDDD/H H FF 9” DDDDDD/I G 10” J GG 11” K H 12” L HH 13” M J 14” N JJ 15” K FAQ Page Advice from Our Bra Experts
Bra problems? We’ve all been there! Finding the right bra to fit your body is tricky work and the Cr8zy Curves Bra Team is here to answer your questions.
Help – my cups runneth over!
As women with large busts, finding the correct cup size is paramount. If you find that your breasts are spilling over the top of your bra cups, out of the sides near your underarms, or under your bra cups, then you may need to size up a cup size or try one of our Full Coverage bras.
Can I actually wear buttoned shirts without having a peek-a-boo gap at my bust line?
Absolutely! Your curves are beautiful and part of what defines you – no need to hide them in oversized shirts. Minimizer bras slim the bust line up to an inch and work wonderfully when wearing button down shirts, blazers, or knits. While minimizer bras from years past would “flatten or squish” your bust, today’s fantastic line of Minimizers comfortably lift and separate your breasts while minimizing.
My cups are creasing and my breasts are jiggling…
Your bra cups should be smooth, without wrinkles. If this is happening with your current bra, your cup size is too large and you need to size down a cup size.
How can I wear t-shirts and knits without worrying that I’m showing through?
All hail the inventor of the “T-Shirt Bra”! T-shirt bras are the go-to bra for invisible coverage that creates a natural shape with comfort. No need to fear those knits and tees – our T-Shirt Bras are to the rescue!
Are strapless bras a hopeless cause for well-endowed women?
Raise your hand if you’ve worn a strapless bra in the past that ended up around your waist (our hands are raised!). Women with large busts tend to shy away from strapless dresses and tops because their strapless bra had a mind of its own. Our selection of Strapless Bras stay in place, leaving you to feel secure and confidant.
How do I eliminate the “Battle of the Bulge”?
If your skin is bulging above and/or below your band, loosen your band to the next set of hooks. If you’ve reached the last line of hooks and are still uncomfortable, you may need to go up a band size.
The underwire in my bra is jabbing me!
If your underwire is uncomfortably digging into your underarm area, you may need to go up a cup size or find a bra that has a wider center panel. Our variety of Underwire Bras include features such as 3-part cups, underwire cup shapes that lift and support, and mesh sides and backs for better fit. Or try one of our Wire Free Bras.