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Friday, March 24, 2017

Clever Travel Companion Women's Shirts & Tops with Secret Pockets

Clever Travel Companion Women's Tank Top & T-Shirts

Almost a year ago, I introduced our readers to Clever Travel Companion Leggings for women. When I wrote that review, I knew I loved those leggings more than any other single garment in my wardrobe. The safety factor alone simply makes those leggings priceless. Today, I would recommend that you also take a close look at the Clever Travel Companion Tank Tops and T-Shirts.

I personally own several of the Clever Travel Companion Tank Tops and one of the t-shirts. I originally bought the tank top to wear while cutting the grass. Everyone knows what a hot job yard-work can be, so I have no doubt that you will understand why I wanted a tank top. Plus, I needed a tank top that would give me full coverage. After all, I still have to consider that we have neighbors and most of them have no desire to be flashed.

I know you are already wondering why this particular tank top is better than any other. Well, let me tell you.

The Clever Travel Companion Women's Tank Top

As I previously mentioned, I own several of the tank tops. I wanted the white for my outdoor work. White is simply cooler in the summer months. However, I discovered this little top was a lot more valuable than a simple work shirt! Now, I wear them year round.
Clever Travel Companion Unisex Tank Top with Two Secret Pockets
I wear my Clever Travel Companion tank tops under almost all of my blouses. I don't have to explain to any woman why a tank top is fabulous under a blouse. I never have to worry if the buttons come unbuttoned or if the blouse pulls open between buttons. Everything is all nice and covered underneath by the tank top. This much we all know and understand. But what makes this brand of tank top better? The secret pockets!

In all honestly, if anyone looks closely enough, they will see the zippers for the pockets. They are not totally camouflaged. But, I will tell you this, anyone studying that part of the shirt better be more concerned about my reaction than they are about whether they can see a zipper.

The pockets are actually just under the arms and the zippers are set approximately 1.5" in front of the center seam of the top. Clever Travel Companion Unisex Tank Top with Two Secret Pockets, White, MediumBecause of the way the pockets are set in sideways, it is very easy to place my drivers license and house key in one pocket and my cell phone on the other side in the other pocket. This allows me to lock up the house while I am working outside. And, of course, if I am going somewhere, there is no need to carry a purse.

I have to tell you, being able to place all of those things in shirt pockets is a lot better than putting them in my jeans pockets. For some reason, I have never been able to find a way to put my cell phone and house key in my jeans pockets without having them ride up and out of the pockets while I am working. Or jabbing me in the leg. I don't know if you have ever experienced having a key stab you in the leg when you are trying to lift garbage bags or plants, but I have and it really hurts.

The Clever Travel Companion T-Shirt

I recently purchased the Clever Travel Companion T-Shirt to wear under my motorcycle gear. Now, don't freak out on me here fellow contributors. I know you find it shocking that I have motorcycle gear, but I do. I don't drive a motorcycle, but I do ride and I am a firm believer in safety first. I have a full set of armored cycle gear. After all, I am rather partial to my bones and skin.

The secret pockets in the t-shirt allow me to store my keys, driver's license, a credit card and my cell phone. If I take my jacket off when we stop somewhere, I don't have to worry about those items because they are safe in my t-shirt pockets.

Clever Travel Companion Women's Fitted V-Neck T-Shirt with 2 Secret Pockets

Benefits of the Clever Travel Companion Tank Tops & T-Shirts

2 Secret Pockets with Zippers
Pockets are Lined
Safe from Pick Pockets
100% Cotton (tank)
95% Cotton & 5%Spandex (t-shirt)
Machine Washable
Hang Dry or Tumble Dry Low
Available in Black, White or Gray
T-Shirt is also Available in Pink

I know at least one of you is going to ask me if I feel uncomfortable reaching into those pockets. Or, if the bulk of my cell phone bothers me under my arm. The answer to both of those questions is "no". I am a lot more comfortable knowing that my key, id, credit cards, cash and keys are safe than I am concerned about someone seeing me reach into a pocket under my arm.

Thursday, March 23, 2017

Review of The Heart of the Ocean Necklace

The Famous Heart of the Ocean Necklace

The Heart of the Ocean Necklace is an iconic piece of jewelry from the blockbuster movie, Titanic. This ocean diamond necklace is probably the most famous necklace in movie history. And the Heart of the Ocean diamond necklace worn by Kate Winslet in the movie Titanic is a piece of that cinematic history.

Although you might not be able to afford the original Heart of the Ocean pendant (even if it were for sale), you can find Titanic Heart of the Ocean replica jewelry online that is sure to dazzle and sparkle just like Kate's did in the movie.

The famous Blue heart necklace is featured in both films, the original from 1948 and the newer movie featuring Leonardo Dicaprio and Kate Winslet in 1997. Both movies feature a heart ocean pendant. If you like the Blue heart necklace that looks like the one from the Titanic movie you can find one here in a variety of colors.

A diamond Titanic heart in Blue, Pink or Crystal clear is a gorgeous and elegant fashion jewelry piece. The Pink Titanic heart replica of the original Blue heart necklace is stunning and would look amazing for prom. There is also a Crystal clear diamond Titanic heart that can be worn by a bride on her wedding day. The famous Titanic necklace replica is a beautiful addition to your jewelry box. If you already know you want it now, click here!

If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain.
~Emily Dickinson

*All of the following necklaces can be purchased at Amazon.com by clicking on the photo.
The Heart of the Ocean Necklace in Blue

Blue Sapphire Heart of the Ocean Pendant

In Titanic, The Heart of the Ocean necklace was one of the stars of the movie, central to tying the present exploration to the past and its heartbreaking story. That Blue heart necklace was not only beautiful, it signified the life Rose gave up for the love she chose instead of the arranged one of her mother.

Amanda Rose Collection Sterling Silver Heart of The Ocean Created Blue and White Sapphire Pendant-Necklace

Pink Heart of the Ocean Necklace

Wouldn't this Pink Heart of the Ocean Necklace be perfect for prom, or a wedding, or the opera? If you are more a Pink type than a Blue type, this Pink Heart Crystal replica of the Heart of the Ocean is just your style. I love Pink myself, might have to get two necklaces!

PLATO H Swarovski Elements Crystal Deep Love Heart Pendant Necklace for Women, Best Gft for Her, Hot Pink

There is no charm equal
to tenderness of heart
~Jane Austen

Clear Heart of the Ocean Necklace

Titanic Crystal Heart

Red Heart of the Ocean Necklace

Red Titanic Heart Necklace

Ruby Red Heart of the Ocean Necklace is dazzling and will work with many looks, but Red goes really well with Twilight style, or for a bold statement for any dressy occasion. The one pictured here is fine jewelry, but if you are looking for costume jewelry, just click it to see more choices.

Rizilia Jewellery White Gold Plated Red Color Color Love Ocean Heart Gem Stone Cluster Pendant Necklace With (Length 45cm/17inch ) Curb Chain [Free Jewelry Pouch]

Beautiful Blue Heart by dmsanmartin
Large format printing by Zazzle

More Colors of The Heart of the Ocean Necklace
Heart of the Ocean Sets

There are lots of other colors available in the iconic style of the Heart of the Ocean, so if you have a different one in mind, just click any necklace photo on this page to see more. There are sets too, featuring earrings and in a few cases, bracelets. It's such a beautiful design, don't you agree? I am having a hard time choosing the best color to get!

Wherever you go,
go with all your heart.
~Confucius

Titanic, the Epic Movie
One of the Most Romantic Films of all Time

The Heart of the Ocean is the necklace central to the story in the Titanic. It is one of the threads running through the movie, and a symbol of what Rose gave up to be with the man she loved. The movie won all kinds of awards and is a tearjerker for sure. A love story for the ages, so well told. It's one of my favorite movies of all time. Celine Dion's fantastic song, "My Heart Will Go On" is featured in the Titanic movie.

Titanic

History of The Titanic Heart of the Ocean Necklace

The Famous Titanic Necklace

The Heart of the Ocean (also known as Le Coeur de la Mer) is the name of a fictitious Blue diamond featured prominently in the 1997 film Titanic.
Historically, there was a Blue diamond pendant on the Titanic. It was given to RMS Titanic passenger Kate Florence Phillips by her married lover, Samuel Morley, as the pair fled to America to make a new life for themselves.

Morley perished in the sinking, and it is believed that this tragic love story was the inspiration for James Cameron's film. The necklace has recently been featured in many Titanic exhibits.

London based jewelers Asprey and Garrard created the necklace used during the filming with a Blue cubic zirconia set in White gold. The cost of the necklace was approximately $10,000. Today, it resides in Twentieth Century Fox's archives. They were also commissioned during the release in 1997 to make a real "Heart of the Ocean" necklace using the original design. The result was a platinum-set, 170-carat (34 g) heart-shaped Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a row of 65 round diamonds, totaling 36 carats (7.2 g).

The necklace was valued at $3.5 million. It was sold at a benefit auction for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund and Southern California's Aid For AIDS for $2.2 million, with the condition that Celine Dion would wear it to the 1998 Academy Awards ceremony. She sang the film's theme song "My Heart Will Go On." The necklace now belongs to the daughter of a wealthy Asprey client.

During the same period, jeweler Harry Winston used a 15-carat (3.0 g) Blue diamond in his interpretation of the "Heart of the Ocean" necklace. This $20 million necklace was worn by Gloria Stuart to the 1998 Academy Awards. (She played the older Rose in the movie.)

~Excerpted from The Heart of the Ocean at Wikipedia.com. Visit for more fascinating history about this famous necklace.

The way is not in the sky.
The way is in the heart.
~Buddha

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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

5 Ways to Guarantee Hummingbirds will Come to You! Feeder Reviews

Hummingbird Feeders and Bright Red Plants are the best way to ensure that these little birds will indeed find you!

Everyone loves these little birds who fly thousands of miles to visit their summer homes. We will review a few of the ways to entice these little birds to visit and maybe even call your backyard their home for the season.

https://pixabay.com/en/hummingbird-feeding-beak-bird-2069273/

Every gardener I know loves to have a backyard full of birds, bird houses and bird feeders. Nothing thrills them as much as the return of the elusive hummingbirds that flit through the air like little dashes of light. The whole idea of having these little birds in the garden makes me happy.

So what's the secret to having them come and stay a while?

First and foremost, you have to make your yard more appealing to these little birds. If they feel you are putting out a welcome mat, they just might come to visit. If they like what they find, they will probably stay a while. So let's see what we can do to make them feel welcome.

Knowledge about their likes and dislikes!

Hummingbirds are migratory birds. They do not stay all season long in the north, it's too cold for them. But once spring and summer arrive, they do head north for a visit. They will come and breed, stay for the summer and then head back to the south for the winter. Hummingbirds are tiny little creatures that weigh just a few ounces. They require lots of nectar to keep them going. Their metabolism is one of the fastest working metabolisms that you will ever find. They need lots of nectar to keep them flying.

That is the first secret to attracting the hummers to your yard. You need to provide a source or two of that nectar that they must have to live.

The second secret is to have lots of colors that hummers like in your yard. This can be done by attaching red or orange colored ribbons to trees and bushes. The hummers as they are headed north, scope out these colors and are attracted by them. They assume there are flowers full of nectar for their feeding purposes.

The third secret is to then have lots of plants that are in fact good nectar producers. Feeders are great, but they also like plants, they will use the soft leaves and petals for their nests and spider webs to hold them all together. So leave those spider webs out there.

The fourth secret is to have lots of hummingbird feeders in your yard. When plants are dying back and not producing flowers full of nectar, the hummers will need an alternative source of nectar. Hummingbirds can also be quite possessive and will fight over the feeders. It's better to have one too many feeders than not enough. If you set them out, they will come.

The fifth secret is to have a water source handy. They love fountains or water misters.
If you don't believe me watch this short video and you will see the difference that a water feature can make...Hummer's Bathing and Drinking Station.

Have you ever wondered why Hummingbird feeders are always red and yellow in color?

The quick answer is that these are the colors that really attract hummers. Many red and reddish-orange plants are great nectar providers. This color can be spotted by the hummers from miles away. If you have red flowers and feeders in your yard, they will make a beeline for your yard. Even before the flowers are in bloom in your area, put out some hummingbird feeders and they will find you. Once summer is in full swing, the flowers will enhance their nectar likes.

What are the best flowers to grow for hummingbirds?

As stated earlier, red, reddish-orange and red with yellow flowers are the favorite colors for hummers. Some of the flowers and vines that fit this bill will be:

Columbines, Salvias, Cardinal climbers, Agastache, Liatris, Bees Balm, Trumpet vines, Morning Glories, Scarlet Runner Beans, and Honeysuckles.

One year I planted a whole row of Canna across my front garden. I was delighted when I was out there and a hummingbird was right by my ear. I could hear his wings flapping and I watched in delight as he swooped in and out of the flower row.

What are the best feeders for hummingbirds?

First Nature 3055 32-ounce Hummingbird Feeder
Hummingbird feeders are usually red in color to attract the birds as they are flying. They can spot this color from far away and will make a straight path to the feeders they find easily. Filled with sugar water they are an instant boost for their feeding needs.

It is not necessary to add red food coloring to the sugar water contained in the feeders. Some experts suggest that the red food coloring actually harms the birds. All you need is one part sugar to 3 parts water to keep the hummingbirds happy. You make your own syrup by boiling these two ingredients and then cooling the mixture. Placed in the feeders the birds will be super happy.

Having more than one feeder in your yard will keep the birds from fighting over the food supply.
Hummingbird feeders need to be kept clean. If the sugar water stands for more than a day or two it may become contaminated. This will make the birds sick. So once you start to put out food for them, you must remain attentive to the feeders.
They are easy to clean with soapy water, rinse them well and refill them with nectar. Hang them back outside.

Aspects 367 Hummzinger Ultra Hummingbird Feeder, 12-Ounce

First Nature 3090 32-ounce Hummingbird Flower Feeder

Perky-Pet 203CPBN Pinch Waist Glass Hummingbird Feeder with Free Nectar

First Nature 3051 Hummingbird Feeder, 16-Ounce

As you can see with these examples of hummingbird feeders, all of them have wide openings so that cleaning them out will be much easier. I have purchased hummingbird feeders that are more artistic looking, but they are impossible to clean completely. I don't want to harm the birds with unclean feeders. These are my favorites from the ones available through Amazon.

The Migration of Hummingbirds for 2017

As you can see from the map, the Hummingbirds are already on their way north. This is the current map for 2017 and you can log when you see your first hummer on the map by going to this site:
Migration Map 2017

It is part of the link below and will allow you to enter your information. Will you be the first one in your state to log a sighting?
A Great Resource for Hummingbird Lovers

The BBC has amazing nature videos available and the one I have highlighted for you below is wonderful. In our climate we don't have all the beautiful hummingbirds that are in the world, so you can enjoy and see some of the other species of hummers and their beautiful plumage. Some species are really quite impressive in both color and their way of life. It's a great resource for sure.

Super Hummingbirds BBC

My Conclusions

Putting up hummingbird feeders is a little bit of work, but it is worth the time and trouble when you are treated to the sight of these little miracles flitting about in your backyard. The most important thing is to keep the feeders clean and filled.

I love my hummingbirds and will do everything in my power to make sure they know they are welcomed into my yard. How about you? Will you put up a feeder or two? I can assure you that once you have been treated to hummingbirds in your yard, you will want them to come back again and again.

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Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Jhirmack Silver Plus Shampoo Reviewed

Great Shampoo For Gray, Blonde, or Bleached Hair

My choice of shampoo happens to be Jhirmack Silver Plus. I have been using this shampoo for quite a long time to help my graying hair look better.

I wish that I had inherited my paternal grandmother's hair which was the most beautiful white. My father also has gorgeous white hair. I, on the other hand, got my mother's genes when it came to hair. My hair has a mousy kind of dull look if I do not use the Silver Plus shampoo by Jhirmack. As you can see from the picture on the left, the shampoo brightens my hair and gives it a nice white look.

I am not embarrassed to have gray hair, in fact I embrace the aging color that adorns my head. I sometimes laugh that I would never consider trying to hide the gray because I have earned every single gray hair on my head. I don't mind being gray, but I do want it to look nice and not dull and unattractive in color.

Silver Plus is formulated for gray, blonde, bleached or highlighted hair. The shampoo has a purple color and there is something about that purple that tones down any brassy or yellow tones in the hair.

Silver Plus Shampoo

The shampoo has Green Tea Extract and Folic Acid which help to strengthen and condition my hair. Macadamia Nut Oil moisturizes my rough and limp hair without making my scalp feel greasy. I find that I do not need to use a conditioner when using this shampoo but it may depend on how easily your hair might tangle whether you will need a conditioner or not. It is enough for my hair.

So, if you would like to tone down any brassiness to your hair or help your graying hair look whiter, I highly recommend this shampoo by Jhirmack called Silver Plus.

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Monday, March 20, 2017

Is Elvis Alive? Losing Graceland Book Review

Losing Graceland: What Would Elvis Be Like If He Were Alive?

For the life of me, I cannot explain exactly why I read Losing Graceland: A Novel. I know why I picked it up - in part because it is a fictional story about what Elvis might be like if he had faked his death and was still alive and in part because I have always been interested in Elvis Presley.

Of course, you cannot and probably should not judge a book by the cover and in this case sandwiched between the two covers was some content that I was not comfortable with. That's your warning. This book has sexual content that might make you uncomfortable. It did me. And did I mention violence? There is some of that, too.

But still, I read it right through to the end. Something compelled me to keep reading. I wanted to know what would happen to the aging Elvis impersonator (who might really be Elvis) and the young man he hired to help him find his granddaughter. The adventures were entertaining. Along the road there was a fight with biker gangs (and befriend them), a visit with an oracle and a battle to save a hooker from her pimp.

At first glance, this book is a light read but it also deals with two interesting lives: that of an old man whose body is unwell, who has an addiction to pain killers and who lives with an incredible legacy and that of a young man who is heart broken and unemployed.

Reviews of this book are a mixed bag with most people saying they enjoyed reading it. Take one old man with a lifetime of regrets, add a young man with his future before him and what do you have? An emotional story, perhaps a bit too short. If you're a fan of Elvis, the consensus of the reviews is that this is an enjoyable lightweight fictional story. It will make you think about what Elvis Presley might be like today if he were still alive.

Click here to order your copy of Losing Graceland: A Novel from Amazon.

What would Elvis Presley be like if he were alive?

I want to close by telling you about a scene in this book when Elvis takes the stage at an impersonator contest and the crowd really goes wild just as though they were seeing the real Elvis. A lady faints. A young mother hardly knows her child needs her. Another woman screams that she cannot breathe. Two men have a fist fight. A young girl vomits. Hands grope on stage for Elvis. The crowd screams. The announcer begs people to be calm. Elvis leaves the stage and says to his travelling companions, "Heartbreaker still breaking hearts. You like my show?" I did like your show, Elvis, and I will admit, you gave me goosebumps.

What was it like to be Elvis Presley? And finally, what would he be like today if he were still alive?

If Elvis was still alive, he would be 82 today. I think that it would be interesting if he were still alive, although not so much if he was in the condition of the impersonator in Losing Graceland. I cannot help but wonder what it must have been like to have seen Elvis Presley in person. What was it like to be Elvis Presley? And finally, what would he be like today if he were still alive?

What do you think Elvis Presley would have done with the rest of his life if he had lived past the age of 42?

Brenda
Treasures By Brenda

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