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Daily Literature Quote by Flannery O’ConnorApril 21st, 2012 Author Flannery O'Connor, 1962 “Writing a novel is a terrible experience, during which the hair often falls out and the teeth decay. I’m always irritated by people who imply that writing fiction is an escape from reality. It is a plunge into reality and it’s very shocking to the system.” – Flannery O’Connor
5 At-Home Beauty Recipes Using Epsom SaltApril 20th, 2012As long as there have been humans, natural ingredients have been harvested to fulfill humans’ desire of improved overall health and beauty. Ancient Romans used swans’ fat to alleviate wrinkles. Cleopatra bathed in milk and honey to soothe weather from the strong Egyptian sun… Gwynyth Paltrow consults Epsom salt baths to “detox, revive muscles and de-puff skin.”
 Empsom Salt Home Spa Glowing Skin Exfoliating Treatment Mix 2 cups of Epsom Salt with 1/4 cup of petroleum jelly and a few drops of lavender essential oil. Use the mixture to gently scrub away dry skin patches. Microdermabrasian Facial Mix 1/2 TSP of Epsom Salt into cleansing cream for a deep-pore cleansing. Massage on skin. Rinse with cool water. Pat dry. “Bathtime Bliss” Add two cups of Epsom Salt to the water in a standard-sized bathtub; soak for at least 12 minutes, three times weekly. For an extra treat, add a few drops of eucalyptus oil for a refreshing scent. “Pedicure Perfection” Dissolve a half cup of Epsom Salt into two quarts of warm water. Pour the water into a container and soak your bare feet for fifteen to twenty minutes. For an extra treat, add a few drops of eucalyptus oil for a refreshing scent. Massage the entire foot with Epsom Salt concentrating on the heels and ankles to remove any dry, rough spots. Then, rinse your feet off with clean tap water and dry them thoroughly. To Create Homemade Bath Crystals: Mix two cups of Epsom Salt with a few drops of fragrance to create a custom bath crystal. Add a few drops of food coloring or 1/2 TSP of glycerin if you like. Store in an air-tight container. … Editors, BeautyTradeSecrets.com Photo and Recipes Courtesy of the Epsom Salt Council
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Milan, Italy | Footnotes from Italy’s Capital of Fashion and DesignApril 20th, 2012What to do, where to eat, why to shop and how to move… in marvelous Milan. The biggest industrial city in Italy, Milan is a magnet for fashion and design, attracting designers, artists, photographers and models and other VIPs from around the world.  Milan has a history that dates back to 400 BCE, and became part of the Roman Empire. Shortly after, a great deal of cathedrals and churches were built in the city. Many important families also influenced the architecture of the city, including the Duomo, which has become a symbol of the city. The wealthy families also helped turn Milan into an epicenter of art, science and culture, a status which it retains today with its multitude of museums and special events.………….
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