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Click here to see a map of organic farms.
The New York Times article shows the most recent agricultural data, which is from 2007. As of 2007, there were 10,159 organic farms. Personally, I know this number to be much, much higher now that it’s 2009, namely because of the recent growth of CSA’s. I realize that one must take into consideration small farms that are going out of business due to big industrialized farms, but many of them were not organic to begin with. The growth of CSA farms has taken on an unusual momentum. I love it.
The map showing organic farms is great because it is broken down into three specific categories:
- vegetable farms
- milk farms
- orchards
Anyway, to many of you this may not be news, but I thought it to be interesting, especially with gardening season right around the corner.
I plan to post a series of pictures of my little garden soon. My neighbor purchased a Stevia plant and I tasted a leaf–it is incredibly delicious and sweet. Looking forward to using it with mint tea, which is also growing right outside.
What are you growing this year?
PS. What in tarnation does this post have to do with sugar? If you are going without sugar or are cutting down on the amount you eat, it’s activities like gardening and eating fresh produce that make it easier to live without sugar. Trust me, it can be the dickens some days, but when I wander around my garden and sample leaves and dig in the dirt, sugar is the furthest thing from my mind. It’s when I’m wandering around the house that I get my sweet tooth anxieties. There is nothing like the fragrance of fresh dirt or the feel of an earthworm that satiates my senses.
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In Janet Sartin Inc.’s 50-year history, the world-class facial beauty products authority has continually produced incredible results. Janet Sartin believes that maintaining one’s appearance is essential, even in the current economic situation, and to help consumers cope, they are offering a 20% discount on all gift card purchases, as well as all facial appointments made in the month of May 2009.
The new product launch and discount on all gift card purchases come just in time for Mother’s Day. The Advanced Anti-Aging Peptide Cream, part of Janet Sartin’s already stellar line of anti-aging solutions, features a revolutionary formula, designed to increase supportive collagen and elastin proteins in normal to dry skin. The formula combines specially shaped advanced peptides like Hexapeptide-9 with collagen and elastin technology to act as beauty messengers telling the body to manufacture more supportive collagen and elastin proteins. The results are immediate, and are an excellent way to make Mother’s Day even more pleasant.
“Impeccable beauty has always been our goal,” says Janet Sartin, founder of the Janet Sartin Institute. “From our treatment rooms in New York to the homes of our customers, our facial beauty products have become legendary among beautiful women everywhere.”
Impeccable beauty has always been our goal
From our treatment rooms in New York to the homes of our customers, our facial beauty products have become legendary among beautiful women everywhere.
At Janet Sartin, we believe in improving the condition of the skin, not just putting products on the face and body that cover up the surface of the skin
Our anti-aging solutions and other facial beauty products are truly beneficial to the skin, and in our Skin Care Institute, the treatments are highly effective, relaxing, and can take years off one’s appearance.
Janet Sartin’s treatment rooms, in particular, have gained enormous notoriety from high-profile clients. Being sought after by the most famous, stunning and powerful women in the world, Janet Sartin in New York remains a destination. Janet Sartin’s most famous facial treatments, which include their Signature Facial Treatments, Crystal Exfoliation Treatments, and GentleWaves Skin Rejuvenation Treatments, are highly effective anti-aging treatments available with a beautifully discounted 20% price.
“At Janet Sartin, we believe in improving the condition of the skin, not just putting products on the face and body that cover up the surface of the skin,” says Sartin. “Our anti-aging solutions and other facial beauty products are truly beneficial to the skin, and in our Skin Care Institute, the treatments are highly effective, relaxing, and can take years off one’s appearance.”
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The beauty industry is a multi-billion dollar business, with American women spending thousands of dollars each year on new products and treatments. Given the current state of the economy, even self-proclaimed “beauty addicts” are rethinking what they spend on lotions and potions. The good news? There is no need to let the recession cause a beauty depression thanks to new products, old favorites and some smart solutions for under $30 at Target.
- Look for multi-purpose products or those with unexpected benefits. Items that feature two key benefits — such as a moisturizer with tint and sunscreen — can be less expensive than buying separate products, and will save you another commodity: time. Makeup artist Petra Strand’s Pixi by Petra collection offers skin-beneficial ingredients and face-awakening color in every product so women can soothe their skin and freshen up their look in one step.
- Choose a few bright, of-the-moment colors to give your look an update. Former model Jemma Kidd offers high-intensity eyeshadow shades within her JK Jemma Kidd collection. Prefer a classic red? Then go for a product with staying power like L’Oreal Paris Infallible(TM) Never Fail Lipcolour in Target Red for flashy long wear. Even when paired with last season’s dress, you’ll look au courant!
- Be smart about choosing colors. Avoid wasted money and the wrong shades with a handpicked palette that really makes sense for your skin tone and style. The NP Set palettes by Napoleon Perdis have step-by-step instructions built into the case so no color goes unused. A makeup lesson by a celebrity makeup artist and smooth, satiny colors perfect for you for just $29? Now that’s a beauty bargain.
- Take Stock. Keep your cosmetics organized so you know what you have and don’t buy what you don’t need. Rely on the Contents Yellow Bee cosmetic train case made from recycled cotton available exclusively at Target to make storing your beauty essentials easy, chic and eco-friendly.
- At-home spa. Skip the spa day price tag and gather some skin-soothing items to lift your spirits right at home. Detox in your tub with Soap & Glory I Foam, an ultra-creamy body wash with orange and grapeseed oils to soothe your body and soul.
- Protect the beauty investments you make. Are you a fan of salon hair coloring services? Choose products that will help your color last longer and protect your hair from damage. Color- and heat-protectant shampoos and stylers cost less than a single process haircolor service. Two to try: Umberto Beverly Hills and Ted Gibson.
- Each hairstylist was once a student. Find a reputable training program in your area and request a student cut. They’re usually free or low-cost.
- Shop smart to save. Find quality beauty products for less at the same places you buy your fashion must-haves, groceries and electronics. Target, for instance, continues to bring beauty mavens everywhere the best brands from around the globe for less. For more information, or to shop online, log on to www.target.com.
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New Basics Today - 20 Basics earlier This Week
which this stupid Windows Live Writer Program eliminated. . . . sorry . . . . This is the 2nd part of the 2 part 40 Statement POST.
I GIVE UP . . ..
Roll with Crib Colorist Artists; taking note of the next 20 Basics
1. Always - ALWAYS run a test strand. Especially when trying out any of Killer Strands Ideas. Many think if you use public hair color( Sally’s Beauty & the like) and imitate my techniques, the results will come out the same - nothing could be further from the truth. When I began this blog, I was also under that false impression - so I understand you thinking so. After many complaints - which led me to testing of the products — I myself learned the difference between the 2. The difference is remarkable, therefore any Posts I have written in the first year of this Blog - need to be amended - all those suggestions: of using certain “public brands” need to be eliminated. Until I get time to do that all of that, please NOTE this recommendation.
2. When doing a 2 process color (bleach & tone), lift 1/
2 to 1 full level, lighter than your desired color to ensure desired results.
3. When you are lightening hair color, you are not actually dealing with brown, you are dealing with the underlying remaining pigment, which is usually red, orange, gold or yellow.
4. Warmth is released when you begin to lighten hair. Red and Yellow tones will dominate, because the first pigment to leave during lightening is blue.
5. Fillers used on both depositing and high lifting. I “will” be going over this in detail - soon.
6. Never use HEAT with hair color, Stylists use heat to “buy time”, I cannot think of one hair color whose directions require heat.
7. When choosing your next hair color, try not to rush into things, consider your lifestyle - consider your economic status - most importantly - consider your hair type & health. If really not sure, you can always purchase a HHCC Home Hair Color Consultation, which basically costs you $15.00 for my help.
8. For the best results use premium Developer, with professional hair color comes a much higher quality developer.
9. Mix together small amounts of color at a time. Pro Hair Color has a “freshness” factor, once the developer & the tint are mixed together - the faster you get it applied, the better. Use enough product, but do not waste.
10. Re-mixing is a better course to take than mixing all at once and having to throwing away excess. Hair Color to Professionals is the number 1 expense, so learning to work thrifty with it, is advantageous to them - I would think the same would affect everyone.
11. Permanent Tint is the most effective way to color hair.
12. Neat, small accurate applications make for successful coverage and contrary to what some might think, actually take less time + allow more control. 
13. Precise parting & sectioning will help, when it comes to both application and coverage, so practice - practice - practice.
14. Extra peroxide or a 2:1 ratio increases lifting ability of any volume.
15. 80% of problems in Hair Color come from misjudging the base or existing level.
16. To make a missing Level ……… mix (roughly) 2 parts of the lighter level color with 1 part of the darker level. For example, say you need a Level 7 N……… in the cupboard you have a tube of 8N and 6N. Add …………..2 parts of 8N with 1 part of 6N = the result will be a perfect 7N.
17. Foil work is an art and should be treated as such. Precision work requires practice-practice -practice.
18. Discard all mixed product not used.
19. Level 7, by the way, is the most difficult Level to get past, hence the difficulties with brassy colors.
20. There are 4 types of hair color: Temporary, Semi Permanent, Demi Permanent, Permanent Hair Color.
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