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Clear Plastic Tableware – It’s a Princess Tea Party and More

July 24th, 2009
Little girls all dressed up like petite princesses--tiaras, tea cakes, sandwiches, Kool-Aid, tablecloths, and crystal tableware. Or, clear plastic tableware. It was the cutest tea party you ever saw.When my daughter was 6, we had just moved to a new neighborhood. Wanting to help her find new friends, we decided to invite the little girls in the neighborhood to a princess tea party. Each one must come all dolled up in a princess-ish fashion, and they must bring their princess manners. They came in pretty dresses and gloves and tiaras, swinging purses and necklaces, and bouncing their curly hair. When each girl arrived she was certain that she was the "Belle of the Ball".We made bite size sandwiches with thin sliced pink bread, cucumbers with pink veggie dip, pink cup cakes topped with pink icing, strawberry ice cream and pink Kool-Aid.We turned our small dining area into a castle's dining .. more»

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The ‘Magnificent 7′ Attractions in Harrogate

July 23rd, 2009
 1. BRIMHAM ROCKS Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 4DW Telephone: 01423 78068.  The curious rock formations at Brimham in Nidderdale are scattered over some 50 acres on Brimham Moor and provide a great variety of weird and wonderful shapes. Many of the gritty monstrosities suggest all manner of things, including elephants, hippos, bears, mushrooms and some are said to have associations with druids, Mother Shipton and even the Devil himself. Kids and adults alike have great fun exploring the park and scrambling all over the rocks! Opening Times: Open all year 11-5 (12-dusk Nov, Dec & Jan) Cost - £4 for 4 hours car parking2. LOG HEIGHTS Ripley Castle, Ripley, Harrogate, HG3 3AY Telephone: 01423 711044. Tucked away amongst the trees in the grounds of Ripley Castle this is an outdoor adventure for the whole family to enjoy. If you enjoy the adrenalin thrill of scaling the heights, you could .. more»

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How Much Green Tea to Lose Fat?

July 21st, 2009
There has been too much hype about the benefits of green tea. Besides, how fast and how effective is the green tea in manifesting its acclaimed benefits has become such a highly contentious. However, all these are truths and correct suppositions about the benefits of tea. Weight loss has become a major attraction in the health segment. Millions of people are optimistic to indulge in weight loss programs. The debut of this tea as one of the most lenient products that can assist in loosing weight has made them throng stores and chemists seeking supplements associated with this type of tea.However, if one wants to shed those extra pounds from his body, a dietary supplement of green tea is the most effective yet most lenient supplement. Two, to loose mega pounds one should substitute the high calories caffeine and sugar levels he consumes for tea. Expert advice about consumption of .. more»

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Free Recipe for Homemade Ice Cream – Green Tea Ice Cream Recipe

July 19th, 2009
Green tea ice cream is a unique and refreshing change from the regular ice cream flavors. It's commonly served in Asian restaurants.1/3 cup water1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons powdered green tea1 cup heavy cream1 cup light creamDirectionsIn a saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar melts. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes.In a bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon of the sugar water with the powdered green tea. Add green tea mixture to the saucepan and stir until all is completely mixed.Add the heavy cream and the light cream and stir until well mixed. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and follow manufactuer's directions.=> Free Recipe for Homemade Ice Cream: Cool Lemon Ice Cream RecipeLike any recipe for making ice cream, this recipe can be adjusted to your own personal tastes. Some like it sweet, and some like it a little bit tart .. more»

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Sage Tea For Excessive Sweating – Secret Sage Recipe For Hyperhidrosis

July 19th, 2009
Sage tea for excessive sweating is just one of the natural ways to solve the problem and it's simply effective too. The sage herb is known to cure many ailments and one of its healing wonders includes putting a stop to excessive sweating. Using sage is one of the most practical ways for you to stay sweat free. It also acts as an astringent to dry the skin and prevents excess moisture from escaping.You've probably tried every trick in the book just so you could stay dry for the most part of the day. You will never feel at ease until you've addressed your sweating dilemma and confidently start living your life to the fullest. Tired of bringing countless shirts to work everyday? Or turning down party invitations? Don't be a slave to sweating too much and take control of your life again. Start with sage tea for excessive sweating .. more»

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Charitable Invitations – A Way to Help the Poor and the Needy

July 18th, 2009
We normally throw parties to commemorate a special moment in our lives. We celebrate those special events to relive special moments that mean a lot to us. We enjoy ourselves in these parties and have endless fun. But how many of us really think about those poor souls who do not have enough money even to lead their lives properly. There are people around us who do not even have the means to sustain their basic needs. If we want to, we can help these poor and needy people to lead a mainstream existence.How about opting for charitable invitations that will not only invite our friends and family for the party but would also contribute a little amount for the poor and needy? In this way our purpose would be served and we could also help them in whatever little way we can. There are orphans, old helpless people, physically .. more»

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