Do You Have Two Heads and a Tail?
Copyright (c) 2006 Pat Brill
One day you are your child's best friend and the next day they would rather eat lima beans and spinach than be seen with you in public. If they're with their friends at the mall and they see you coming, they run in the other direction. If you go to the same movie, they insist on sitting ten rows behind you. What's the matter? Did you suddenly grow two heads and a tail?
Every parent experiences it ? the time in their child's life when it's no longer "cool" to be seen with their parents. We enter into this bittersweet experience with mixed emotions.
Our child is growing up and becoming independent and that's something we're proud of, but we also feel just a tad bit remorseful and maybe even hurt. After all, just a few short years ago public hugs and kisses were no big deal. Now they're cause for public humiliation and teenage angst.
So how are parents supposed to handle the heartache? There are a few different ways to approach this time in your child's life.
Bribery Will Get You Everywhere
If you really can't bear to go to the mall without your teenager, this is the perfect time to get them the necessary clothes they need. The only way most teenagers will even consider going to the mall with mom or dad is if there's something in it for them ? and that means spending money. Is little Ms.
Thing too cool to head to the plaza with you? Promise a brand new pair of jeans and things may change. Is Mr. Cool just too fabulous to be seen at the store with good old dad? The promise of a pair of sneakers may put a different spin on things.
The Waiting Game
If bribery seems abhorrent to you and there's absolutely no way you're going to "pay" your child to go out in public in your presence, then you just may have to play the waiting game. It may take a few years before you're cool enough to go out with your son or daughter again, but it will be well worth the wait when your child grows up into an adult and realizes how cool you always were.
Enjoy It While It Lasts
You know that freedom you had before you became a parent? Well, right about now you're getting some of it back. Instead of mourning the loss of your child's affections and attention, relish it.
Go to the movies you want to see and read the book you've been meaning to get to. Before you know it, your child is going to outgrow this phase and a few short years after that you may have your hands tied as a grandparent!
So rest assured, you definitely haven't sprouted another head or a tail. Your child is just spreading their wings and exploring independence. It's natural and it's good for them ? and though you may not realize it, it's probably good for you too.
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Tropi-Ties Swimwear Unveils its Signature 2005 Swimwear Line
Tropi-Ties Swimwear, one of the leading online swimwear retailers, (http://tropi-ties.com,) is now unveiling their own, 2005 swimwear line.
Up until now, the Tropi-Ties Signature line has only been available to consumers through Tropi-Ties' online catalog.
However, this year, Tropi-Ties will be inviting other, "brick and mortar," retailers to carry their wares.The theme for this year's collection is, "swimwear from around the world," with influences from the South Seas and Hawaii, as well as the French and Italian Rivieras of the 60's and 70's.
The line is geared for the young, Missy, market with a hip and trendy styling.
Most of Tropi-Ties' newest suits are bikinis that offer just slightly more coverage than the average, Brazilian swimsuit.
However, they are far from prudish or dowdy.
"We really wanted to bring out the seductiveness and stylish look of the James Bond/ Jackie ?O...
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Dress Like a Celebrity at FamousStyle.com
(ContentDesk) December 7, 2005 - Stephanie and Gregg co-founders of www.FamousStyle.com, an online celebrity fashion boutique, want to give women the full celebrity treatment.
At Famous Style you can buy clothing brands worn by your favorite celebrity, emerging designer clothing, and celebrity looks for less. Famous Style carries fashion and accessory lines from all over the world. Our mission is pretty simple we want to make our customers famous for their style and treat everyone like a celebrity." said Gregg. Whether a Famous Style customer lives in Idaho or Japan, they are always going to be treated like a celebrity.
The celebrity treatment includes fast 2-3 day priority U.S.
shipping, international shipping, free shipping on U.S. orders over $100, all orders are gift wrapped, an easy return policy, friendly customer service, and they will try their best to find any celebrity...
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The Only Thing Needed To Put Culture Back Into Jewelry is to Use Your Hands
Culturejewelry.com presents an ancient notion ? make fine jewelry yourself.
Now craftspeople are not limited to the (one style fits all) jewelry found at the mall. This craft is low cost, and easy to make for the average craftsperson.
Chainmaille jewelry is fashionable and durable.
No sophisticated equipment is necessary.????There is no soldering required due to its multiple interlocked jump ring construction.
It is a portable craft that requires no bench setup. The Chainmaille jewelry Pattern e-Book describes exactly how to make this happen.
Plans are provided for making the Chainmaille Jewelry Assembly Jig.
This tool made with common materials costing no more than $5, simplifies the normally tedious manipulation of small jump rings.
This tool introduces a breakthrough method to ensure chainmaille jewelry is a pleasure to make.
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Eastern Hills Sunrise Rotary Club to Hold Monte Carlo Night at the Brookfield Country Club in Clarence, New York
Clarence, N.Y.(ContentDesk) January 3, 2006 -- The Eastern Hills Sunrise Rotary Club will hold a Monte Carlo Night at the Brookfield Country Club on Saturday, February 11, 2006.
The Club will raise money at this event to provide financial support to the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association.
The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) is a 501 (c) (3) corporation.
It is dedicated to serving individuals affected by Prader-Willi syndrome, their families, and interested professionals. A $10.00 admission ticket for the Eastern Hills Sunrise Rotary Club ninth annual Monte Carlo Night is required.
Any Eastern Hills Sunrise Rotarian can provide tickets for an evening of Blackjack and assorted games of chance.
In addition, there will be Bell Jar tickets, a 50/50 Raffle, and a Chinese Auction available throughout the evening.
The club will sell a wrist band at the door for food, beer, and soft drinks.
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SECOND CHANCE? JEANS Selected for the 48th Annual GRAMMY Award Show Gift Bags
(ContentDesk) January 24, 2006 -- Second Chance? jeans are vintage jeans that are revamped and re-designed in a unique way. Using innovative techniques to refurbish denim by distressing, and accenting with fabric and Swarovski ? crystals, these jeans are truly unique and a fresh addition to a market swamped with look alikes. Second Chance? Jeans are making their debut at the 48th Annual Grammy? Awards on February 8, 2006 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
These jeans are available for retail sale at http://www.WhiteTrashPalace.com, with a price point of $150.00, wholesale inquiries taken upon request.
You can also get information about wholesale inquiries at the new SECOND CHANCE? website at http://www.secondchancejeans.com starting January 17th, 2006.About Second Chance? jeans Second Chance? jeans are the creation of Michelle Lamar.
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Blue Concept Retains aLine Media for Public Relations Representation
Denim industry leader, Blue Concept, has retained aLine media public relations to represent four of their leading brands: Antik Denim, Duarte Jeans, Taverniti So Jeans and Yanuk.
Blue Concept manufactures and wholesales premium fashion collections for a growing stable of better contemporary brands.
As a maker of casual sportswear and jeanswear for men and women, Blue Concept targets its lifestyle brands to fashion forward consumers between their late teens to late thirties. Blue Concept founder and CEO, Paul Guez, established the company in 2004 and has had phenomenal growth.
The past year net sales have increased from $10 million to $30 million.
Net wholesale sales are projected at $70 million for 2005 and forecasted to be over $180 million by 2008.Part of Blue Concept's future growth strategy also includes company-owned retail stores.
The company will open four stores in 2005, twelve in 2006, twenty-four in 2007 and thirty-six in 2008.
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Dieting: Nothing to Wear?
If it doesn't fit it shouldn't be in your closet.If you're like most people, your closet space is limited.
Bring to the forefront items you can wear so they're easy to retrieve. You'll be able to determine by sight what you can wear; other things you'll need to try on. Start creating piles of slacks or jeans, shirts and dresses, etc. If you have several sizes of clothing; sort according to size.
Store or Purge What Doesn't FitOnly items you wear on a weekly basis should take up prime closet space. Remove items you don't wear or relegate them to the back of the closet. Place items in boxes or bags with labels, i.e., sweaters, jeans, etc. and if you have the space, place these items in long term storage.Use Creative Storage SolutionsIf you don't have storage space, use your creativity. Chances are you'll find space if you sort through and purge another area.
Try under the bed, an old trunk, storage locker, attic or basement.
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AP9 SimplyYou Dishes on How to Keep Your Feet Firmly Planted in the Latest Sneaker Fashions
Stamford, CT (ContentDesk) June 10, 2005 -- Ellen Degeneres wears a specific brand for her talk show every day. Actress Mischa Barton is the face of another popular brand. Rappers, hip-hop artists, NBA players and professional skaters, among others, have put their names and signatures on models from different companies. So what's the buzz about? It's all about sneakers, reports AP9 SimplyYou, a leading membership discount program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC.Let's face it, sneakers have come a long way over the years. They have evolved from practical attire at playgrounds and PE classes to a wardrobe staple and fashion statement for people of all ages around the world.
As sneakers have evolved, so has the price tag. That is, unless you're a member of AP9 SimplyYou.
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