Disneys Sleeping Beauty Princess Aurora Child Costume

Aurora Kids Costumes are Adorable Costumes for Children! Pick this Sleeping Beauty Disney Princess Aurora Costume this Halloween, and be the center of attention!!

Dolls House Decoration is much easier than it looks. It is a time consuming process but it is very enjoyable to see an empty shell of a dolls house turn into an exquisite home. You can decorate your dolls house by painting, wallpapering, carpeting, tiling, creating stone work or cladding the walls in wood. There are so many different ways to make your dolls house unique with different techniques of decorating.

The most common and easiest ways to decorate your dolls house is by painting, wallpapering and carpeting. These are the methods that most people choose to begin with and then when they have a little more experience some move on to wood cladding, tiling and creating stone work.

Papering your doll house doesn't have to be reserved for the interior. You can purchase lots of different brick papers to paper the exterior of your doll house and give it an authentic look. If you are wallpapering, inside or outside your doll house, make sure you use the correct adhesive. Papering your doll house doesn't have to be reserved for the interior. You can purchase lots of different brick papers to paper the exterior of your doll house and give it an authentic look. If you are wallpapering, inside or outside your doll house, make sure you use the correct adhesive. You can purchase special wallpaper adhesive from doll house stores but if you can't find this you can use normal household wallpaper paste which is just as effective.

If you decide to paint your doll house you should use a non acrylic based paint. A normal mat emulsion that you can pick up from any DIY store is fine to use. Apply the paint using a small sponge radiator roller to get a smooth finish.

Laura Anne Grey has been a doll house builder and miniature enthusiast for over ten years. She own a doll house business in South Wales and is an expert in her field. Find out more information on doll houses at http://www.doll-house-miniature-club.com

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Realistic Cricket Bat Halloween Prop (B9424)

Life sized foam filled latex Cricket Bat supported by wooden rods and realistically painted. Measures 34in. long!(Please NOTE: This product is a specialty item that may take up to 15 business days to produce.)

Halloween is a fun time of year for children of all ages-and all species. For those of you who are pet lovers you might already know that you can find creative cat and dog Halloween costumes to make the holiday even more special for you and your furry friend. If this is something that you are interested in there are a few different options that you can look into to learn more about the topic. The first suggestion would be to search online to get an idea of what you would like to dress your pet up as. You can also go to the larger pet stores to see what they might have to offer you for information on the subject.

Once you know what type of creative costume your want for your pet you will need to decide what you will use for accessories. If you are planning on having your cat be a dog for Halloween you might want to have him wear bones made out of paper around his neck. Just something simple and cute like that would work. Why not have your pet's costume match the theme as your children's? Your little girl could be Bo Peep while your black lab could be her lost sheep. Looking for an idea that is a little more complicated? Have your son be Elliot and your rat terrier can be E.T. the alien. The most fun part about Halloween is that you get to let your imagination and creativity run wild.

If you are planning on taking your old pooch "trick-or-treating" with the family you will want to take this into consideration, does the costume work well with a collar and leash? You wouldn't want something tragic to happen to your beloved friend on such a joyous evening. In the even that you might be out past dark you should put reflective tape on the collar and leash of your pets. You could also purchase these accessories that are made for doing such activities in the dark. Also, make sure the costume fits properly. Too small of a costume could be hazardous to your pet because it might not allow your pet to move as easily. If danger where to head your way your pet might not be able to get out of the way in time due to the restrictions. Always be sure to never leave your pet unattended while in a costume. An animal can easily become tangled up while wearing a costume and this could lead to serious injuries or even death.

You can shop for your cat or dog Halloween costume at most pet stores. Online is another option for shopping. Many pet suppliers have catalogues that you can have shipped right to your door to look through. You will be able to mail in an order or even make a purchase online. Making your own costume is another possibility. You can find free patterns or patterns for a relatively low cost online or at fabric stores. Whichever method you decide to use to allow your pet to join in on the fun is up to you. Just be sure to have the perfect fit for the safety of your pet. Don't forget to give your pet a couple treats, too.

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Men's Blue Sailor Uniform Halloween Costume

What does Halloween represent? better known as the eve of All Saints' Day. Halloween in Western countries is about ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and the supernatural.

In Britain, Halloween is associated with children playing 'Trick or Treat' a game where children dress up and visit neighbours' houses threatening to play practical jokes on the inhabitants if not rewarded with sweets or money. All harmless fun of course.

In recent years, the number of local events organised to "celebrate" Halloween has shot up. Also, merchandise is readily available and many families decorate their homes as they do at Christmas.

Where did this phenomenon come from anyway, the United States? We spoke to Kit Bennett from American website Amazing Moms who pleads guilty on all counts.

Kit says, "It's huge, I would say it's right up there with Christmas for kids. We as always have gone over the top," she said. However, Kit, herself a Grandmother and teacher said she has noticed a change in the United States and people have become more safety conscious.

"How we deal with it has changed. It's actually getting a little lower key. The kids love to dress up and have the candy but we don't trick or teat so much now. Our children go to shopping plazas now and go store to store to get candy. Many schools are no longer able to celebrate Halloween but they'll call it a Harvest Party."

Kit also told us that some children are banned from attending Halloween events and have accused other children of worshipping evil. Oh dear, this sounds like this yearly activity of fun is all becoming a bit too serious. She also went on to say that the event is becoming a big religious activity in the United States with some people not celebrating it for that reason alone.

However, she did want to point out that she and her family do spend time together on October 31st carving pumpkins and enjoying the whole social occasion.

The most popular Halloween costumes in the United States are a Princess costume for the girls and a Superhero for the boys - again different from the UK where it's a Witch or Dracula.

In the traditional sense Halloween, or Hallowe'en, is a holiday celebrated on the night of October 31st. Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, ghost tours, bonfires, costume parties, visiting "haunted houses", carving Jack-o'-lanterns, reading scary stories and watching horror movies. It's also believed that Irish immigrants carried versions of the tradition to North America in the nineteenth century. Other western countries embraced the holiday in the late twentieth century. Halloween is celebrated in several countries of the Western world, most commonly in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Japan, New Zealand, and occasionally in parts of Australia. Plus, in Sweden the All Saints' official holiday takes place on the first Saturday of November.

The most recognisable symbol is the carved pumpkin, lit by a candle inside, this is one of Halloween's most prominent symbols in America, and is commonly called a jack-o-lantern. Originating in Europe, these lanterns were first carved from a turnip or rutabaga. Believing that the head was the most powerful part of the body containing the spirit and the knowledge, the Celts used the "head" of the vegetable to frighten off any superstitions. The name jack-o'-lantern can be traced back to the Irish legend of Stingy Jack, a greedy, gambling, hard-drinking old farmer. He tricked the devil into climbing a tree and trapped him by carving a cross into the tree trunk. In revenge, the devil placed a curse on Jack, condemning him to forever wander the earth at night with the only light he had: a candle inside of a hollowed turnip.

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Leg Avenue 3 Piece Diner Betty Costume

Let us not assume the Antichrist is not nearby, or that he is taking a Siesta, his job is to infiltrate to the point of completing his control. This is called the second half of the 70-weeks, the book of Daniel, describes in the bible (Dan. Chapter 9). This so called infiltration would not have been possible, had he not been allowed to enter Palestine. But God uses Jacob for his own purpose, which is the deliverance of Israel. Today it is not much difference.

This time period we are talking about, I am talking about, corresponds with the events for the tribulation of the saints to be. When the tribulation for Israel begins: prior to this event, the gospel will be preached (Revelation Chapter 14) worldwide, which is now happening, it is almost old business.

The question may come up, "Who is the new prophet on the scene?" And usually before the prophets of God show up, there is usually Satan's prophets trying to duplicate, in those days, says the Lord, " Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord: and he shall turn the heart of the fathers too the children, and the heart of the children to the fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse." Mal. Chapter Four. This has been taking place for he past fifty-years-more so than ever recorded before.

The trend is under the foot of the gentiles, now the forces of the Antichrist, to be used accordingly, which ware and will be softening up the Jews and the rest of the world, which is called preparatory, for the great invasion. Luke 21. And this is now happening. Let us not take a nap while Satan is busy as a bee doing his thing without hindrance.

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As a faculty member at a local university I sometimes have students ask me where I live. I am leery of this, especially at Halloween time. Years ago, when I was a new faculty member, I had a colleague that enjoyed having students hit his house with toilet paper. He always felt it was a sign of their affection for him. Myself, I could do without cleaning up the mess. Thus it got so that when students asked me where I lived, I told them if they wanted an address I would give them one. The address I would give them would be his. I know this was misleading, but I didn't directly say it was mine.

Inevitably he would come to work the next day and laugh, "Those little devils hit me again!" I would just laugh along with him, especially since I was not the one that had to clean the mess out of my trees. He was surprised at the increase in his popularity in those years and I was more than happy to let him revel in the joy of the students' love for him.

However, he got older and left us. At first I was at a loss as to what to do. But it wasn't long until a new faculty member joined our department. I nonchalantly asked him where he lived and then memorized his address. Soon his house was getting hit by an exorbitant amount of certain squeezably soft personal paper products.

It was at this point I made a big mistake. One Halloween, when the students asked me where I lived, I put my colleague's address on the board. I got busy with class and forgot about it. As my lecture was ending, before I had a chance to erase the board, he walked in to prepare his class. With shock, he asked what his address was doing on the board. My students looked at me and grinned, and no matter how I tried to gloss it over, I knew I was in trouble.

That particular year we owned a beautiful, female Great Pyrenees dog. We had borrowed a male Great Pyrenees to have her bred. He stood almost eye level with many people while he was standing on all fours and when he put his paws on the fence he looked down on almost everyone. He was especially intimidating as he protected the female, roaming diligently around our yard that nearly encompassed our house.

We heard a ruckus in the yard late on Halloween night. The male dog started going crazy. There was a loud commotion, a van door slammed, and then the van zoomed off, leaving us wondering what it was all about.

The next day my students approached me about turning their assignments in late. They said the server my colleague was in charge of was not working. I didn't question them further, but told them to get the assignments in as soon as possible.

Later in the day, one student came in to confess that it wasn't a server problem. He then told me that my colleague had picked up a whole bunch of students in his van and then he drove to the store. He went in and bought a whole bunch of the largest packs of toilet paper they had. They had driven to my house to teach me a lesson, but had been driven away by the dog.

The student told me that when my colleague brought them back to town and dropped them off, they took all of his toilet paper with them. Then, in the early hours of the morning, when they were sure he was asleep, they went and hit his house with the toilet paper he had purchased. There was nothing wrong with the server. He knew who had done it and he had locked their accounts.

And thus was fulfilled the scripture that says "They shall fall into the pit which they dig for others", though my colleague might question the validity of my interpretation.

More stories, books, and plays by Daris Howard can be read at http://www.darishoward.com

Daris Howard is an author and playwright who grew up on a farm in rural Idaho. Throughout his life he has associated with many colorful characters including cowboys, farmers, lumberjacks, truck drivers, factory workers, and others while working in these and other industries.

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Toddler Lemon Halloween Costume (Size: 2-4T)

The Holidays are coming fast! Halloween, Thanksgiving, then Christmas! Back-to-back, our lives will be filled with activity, family gatherings, celebrations and--the inevitable--issues that rise when families get together: old, unfinished business; unresolved conflicts; differences of opinions; new, added members struggling to get accepted and integrated, and so on.

If you want to explore a fresh, fun and effective way of enjoying stress-free holidays, try movies. They can teach you valuable lessons of how to deal with some of the perennial issues surrounding holidays. Here are three short lists of movies to watch and their immediate benefits:

1. Halloween: Learn valuable lessons from horror movies:

1. The Shining: Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) gets a job as the custodian of the Overlook Hotel, in the mountains of Colorado. The place is closed down during winter, and Torrance and his family will be the only occupants of the hotel for a long while. When the snow storms block the Torrance family in the hotel, Jack's son Danny - who has some clairvoyance and telepathy powers - discovers that the hotel is haunted and that the spirits are slowly driving Jack crazy.

Benefits: respect the energy of homes, trust your intuition, protect your creativity from negative energies, ask your childrens opinions when you make big life decisions.

2. Rosemarys Baby: Rosemary and her new husband, Guy, move into a new apartment in New York, befriending an elderly couple who live near by. Guy begins to spend a lot of time with them and, soon after that, strange things begin to happen, until Rosemary falls pregnant and begins to suspect that her neighbors have special plans for her child.

Benefits: research your neighbors before you begin trusting them; trust your judgment when something in your life keeps going wrong; protect your creative project from everyone regardless of how close you feel to them until its completed.

3. The Blair Witch Project: Heather Donahue leads film students Michael Williams and Joshua Leonard in the forests near Burkittesville, where they will shoot a documentary about a local legend, the Blair Witch. Many children have vanished in the 1940s and people still avoid going too deep into the woods. The group starts an adventure from which they will never return. One year later, the students film and video is found in the woods, that shows what happened.

Benefits: know your limits when you embark on an adventure; be adequately prepared; dont trust blindly a leader (he or she may not know where he or she is going.

2. Thanksgiving: Learn how Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to build new family relationships:

1. The Ice Storm: Focusing on two families in particular, the Hoods and the Carvers, this is the story of rapid moral deterioration, as the characters shatter their social "roles" in pursuit of meaning and satisfaction, not considering the consequences. Once the "storm" hits, though, during Thanksgiving week, reality sinks in, and the severity of their situation becomes all too apparent in its bitter, and resonating aftermath.

Benefits: If you want to enjoy family bliss, you must work hard on building strong, healthy family relationships. Reconsider your family relationships, be authentic, express your needs, tell the truth to your children.

2. Whats Cooking: In LA's Fairfax district, where ethnic groups abound, four households celebrate Thanksgiving amidst family tensions. Around each table, things come to a head. A gun, an affair, a boyfriend, and a pregnancy precipitate crises forcing each family to find its center.
Benefits: Embrace other peoples differences and celebrate commonalities; see life as a feast that is to be cherished now.

Hannah and Her Sisters: A family of complicated and problematic New Yorkers comes together during a Thanksgiving dinner. The main characters are three sisters: Lee, who is unhappily married; Holly, who is always in search of fulfillment; and Hannah, the family jewel. Shes f, beautiful, intelligent, successful, and a good mother, wife and sister. All is well until Hannahs sisters get involved in her life and threaten to shred it apart.

Benefits: Get to know the people in your family; get over your judgments about them; accept their shortcomings.

3. Christmas: Discover the spiritual messages of Christmas:

1. Its A Wonderful Life: George Bailey has spent his entire life giving up his big dreams for the good of his town, Bedford Falls. But today, on Christmas Eve, he is about to end his life out of despair, until he meets Clarence, his guardian angel. Clarence takes George on a tour to Bedford Falls as the town it would have been if George had not existed, teaching himand usa precious lesson about lifes true meaning.

Benefits: The Essence of Abundance is in sharing love; we are here to do goodgood depends on our actions; wealth is not just having a lot of money
2. Family Man: On Christmas Eve, Wall Street celebrity Jack Campbell gets a phone message from a woman he almost married 13 years before and who is moving to France. On Christmas day, Jack wakes up next to her, in some sort of parallel universe, in a 12-year marriage. Over the next few weeks, he gets a glimpse of what his life would have been like if he'd married her: completely different from the life he has now, but with a lot of love. What will Jack do once the dream is over?

Benefits: Follow your heart and marry the person you love before its too late; professional success is great but emotional fulfillment is what makes us feel complete

3. Home Alone: When Kevin McCallister is accidentally left 'home alone' by his family, vacationing in France, he takes his house into his own hands and haves himself his own vacation. But his delight ends up crashing and burning when he comes into contact with two burglars who try to break into his house.

Benefits: When faced with lifes unexpected challenges, trust yourself, be creative, and protect whats important to you; inner strength is some times more important than physical strengthyou must develop it; be prepared for the worst; loneliness is sometimes a good thingit forces you to stand on your feet.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Maria Grace, Ph.D., is an expert at teaching people how to learn lessons from popular movies to find the job, home, relationship, and healthy body and mind they want. She is a Fulbright scholar, licensed psychotherapist, sought-after public speaker and coach, and the author of Reel Fulfillment: A 12-Step Plan for Transforming Your Life through Movies (McGraw-Hill, 2005). Reel Fulfillment was praised by Publishers Weekly as one of the top self help books out of the self-help box for 2005-2006.

For more information visit http://www.mariagrace.com and http://www.reelfulfillment.com

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Venus Goddess Of Beauty Young Adult

Inspired by the gowns of the ancient goddesses this love costume includes a white dress with gold accents and headpiece. Available in Young Adult/Teen size (misses 7-9). Also look for Venus Goddess of Beauty Adult. See our Godyssey eyelashes and wigs (all sold separately) to complement your costume. Check out our great selection of costume shoes. Hair flower accessory not included.

Computer Backup- Forget About It!

Backup Software is for the birds! Computer Backup is too hard, too much trouble and a pain in the butt. Lets just forget about it.

Backup Software is touted as the savior of your computers critical business and personal files. They claim that all computer hard drives (where our files are stored) eventually will have a 100% failure rate. They try to tell us that the failure of our hard drives is just a matter of WHEN, not IF.

Do your backups they shout!

Poppycock!

BACKUP SOFTWARE- LETS GET REAL

You and I know the real story. The real story is that new computers are so well made that they almost never fail, right?

Therefore, we dont need to worry about buying backup software and setting up a computer backup system, do we? It would just be a waste time-- for sure!

After all we know that all the press about hard drive failures, natural disasters and terrorist attacks is just a conspiracy by the backup software companies to get us to buy their products.

Personally I never had a hard drive failure (that I recall). If my computer stops working for whatever reason, thats life.

Therefore, I ignore these software backup companies that try to push their backup software products on the unsuspecting public even though they make data and file restorations easy. I dont give them the time of day.

Therefore as you see, I dont need backup software, do you? Of course not.

BACKUP SOFTWARE- STARTING OVER WITHOUT IT IS EASY

In the unlikely event that I got a virus or a bunch of spyware on my computers Ill just bite the bullet and move on. After all, if I lost all my data to a virus, then so what? Who needs backup software?

Heck, Id just buy a new computer and begin again and Id still wouldnt need backup software because its just too much hassle.

If ALL my business data was lost due to a hard drive crash or virus corruption then Id just start my business over. No big deal. Its not that hard, right? Using backup software is just a pain.

BACKUP SOFTWARE FOOLISHNESS

So by now were all agreed that using backup software for computer backup is just for the foolish, right? Right.

Who would want to use backup software that automatically and easily backs up EVERYTHING on your computer hard drive to a DVD Rewriteable disk or USB external hard drive? That would mean you could easily recover from any computer disaster. That makes too much sense and is far too logical.

They claim that backup software is a virtual computer insurance policy against fire, flood, theft, earthquake, hurricanes, tornados and terrorist attacks.

Balderdash!

Ridiculous.

Hey, the businesses who survived Hurricane Katrina didnt need backup software did they? OK, OK I admit a lot of businesses without backup software and off site backup lost EVERYTHING and now they cannot recover their data and reconstitute their business. But thats life. Now these businesses and their employees can now move on to something new. How exciting!

Look, life without backup software is just so much more interesting.

By the way, did I tell you how much I enjoy playing Russian Roulette?

Did I neglect to mention my brief stay (it was really was only a few days) at the mental hospital? Ahh, thats ancient history. Lets get back to the present.

BACKUP SOFTWARE- THE PRESENT DAY

Want to hear something silly? My friend Ben down in New Orleans owned an insurance company. It made a very good living for him and his family. He didnt believe in backup software either. All his computers were destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.

Ben just laughed and said, No problem, this disaster gives me the chance to write the Great American Novel that Ive always dreamed of writing.

What about his 10 employees and his thousands of customers he was asked? Ben said, Heck, things always work out for the best dont they?

What about the income from the business that supported his family he was asked? Ben said, Oh, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) told me they would take care of us and not to worry.

See, Ben is all set and is none the worse for wear even though he didnt have backup software.

BACKUP SOFTWARE LESSONS

So boys and girls what have we learned about this backup software thing?

* If we dont have backup software, so what, it just makes life after a hard drive crash more interesting and fun.

* After a natural disaster that destroys your computers, FEMA will make it OK.

* All the hubbub about backup software is just a bunch of advertising hype to sell product.

* Just because you like to play Russian Roulette, you arent really crazy.

FINALLY- BACKUP SOFTWARE FOLLYIES

I know another guy, Carl Jordan, who is crazier than I am. Carl and the rest of the loonies at Tweak All Consultants (www.tweakspeed.com) actually believe backup software can save your bacon.

In my own strange way I try to be fair and balanced. Therefore
if you disagree with me check out Carls review of backup software at Backup Software

Now, wheres my medication? My meds really smooth me out. They also help me forget about rational things like computer backup and backup software.

Jack Back has been in the computer business since 1983 as an IT executive and working computer consultant company owner. He has helped many clients after a computer crash who had no computer backup. Hurry to get your FREE REVIEW of backup software that saves your irreplaceable computer data from loss, damage or destruction at the Backup Software website.

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Sexy Adult Halloween Costume Plus Size Nurse (3X/4X, Print)

Such a sexy nurse. She can take care of you and make it all better.

When it comes to getting a tattoo we all know that it can be pretty pricey. With the economy getting worse everyday people have simply started to think twice about spending that money on something like a tattoo. Well it seems that a few tattoo studios came up with what they thought was a clever idea. These tattoo studios offered to give $30 Halloween tattoos all through the month of October. While this might be somewhat of a good idea, it can also be a bad idea.

For instance, picking out a tattoo design is very important and it's not a decision you should take lightly. However, if you are like me and love Halloween, than getting some sort of Halloween tattoo may not be such a bad idea. But if this would be your first tattoo I recommend holding out. Chances are if you got a pumpkin, black cat, skeleton, witch or some other Halloween character tattooed on your body as your first tattoo you will more than likely be regretting it before it even heals. But on the other hand if you are covered in tattoos and have a lot of them and you are trying to feed your addiction of getting tattoos than by all means go for it.

The moral of this story is...if it sounds too good to be true than chances are it is. However, if these tattoo studios were to offer any old tattoo for $30 I would say what are you waiting for..head down there now. Just remember this tattoo will be with you forever so think long and hard before you decide to get inked.

Your Tattoo Friend

Ashley

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COLOR CHOICES - Striped Arm Warmers - Fun and Contemporary

These cool arm warmers are not only functional they look COOL too! Are really fun to dress up a Halloween Costume as well!
Customer Review: Stylish and warm!
I actually bought these for school. LOL I am a college student and a stay at home mom, so I am taking the majority of my classes online. Unfortunately, my study is frigid and my hands were freezing while I was trying to type up research papers and English essays. I tried gloves with the fingertips cut out, but no matter how thin it was, the material in between my fingers severely hindered my typing skills. When I came across these arm warmers, I couldn't believe my luck! I quickly ordered a pair and they are perfect for what I need! I now want several more pairs!
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Same Leg Avenue item as many other merchants with an incredibly low price! Fit well, easy to use (thin yes, but what do you expect for the price?). Will be buying more. Thanks!

Everybody loves Halloween because it is the time of year before Christmas that you can dress up like you want and have a fun time scaring everybody. there are some standard Halloween Costumes that many people wear and then you can find costumes that become popular for the season.

This year seems like it has been very popular for many movies that have done well at the box office and this usually indicates what people will dress up on Halloween. Of course Batman is another great hit and you can be assured there will be lots of kids dressed up as there favorite bat. Also another character that has a very large popularity is the joker of the same Batman movie. The passing of Heath Ledger has made the movie and the character a cult like status symbol. There are many people that will dress up like the joker and maybe this year even more than Batman himself.

It is important that when you are deciding what to be for Halloween this year you decide if you want to buy he costume or make your own. Many people like to combine the two and this results in some very unique looks.

When looking for a Halloween costume to buy you want to check many for the discount stores that will carry your favorite character. There are also many places online that will give you a large variety of costumes along with a good price. Make sure that you compare prices with quality because you might find a costume that is one that you use for several years.

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Priest Classic Adult Halloween Costume (B476)

Priest Costume includes: Robe with clerical collar.

Halloween is a great time of the year when families and friends get together, everyone is happy. But Halloween is not only for treats, there are a variety of tricks that can be performed on the day. Although nowadays a lot of people do harmful and terrible tricks such as throwing eggs, this is very wrong to do. Tricks should only be for fun purposes and not to cause harm to people, so keeping that in mind there are a few traditional tricks which you may want to do to give people a freight!

First and foremost you may want to freak people out; there are a few things which you can do to do this. First is by knocking on there door and placing some sweets or candy into there bowl or hand and then walking away, this is bound to spook people out.

Next you could try to dress up as someone scary, but not traditional scary as people know what to expect. A great example is to just mess up your hair a bit and wear a wide hospital gown. You should then get some fake blood which you can buy from stores and place some of this over the gown, you should also get some white foundation and some black eyeliner to make you look a bit tired. Once you are ready you should then knock on someone's door and walk around there lawn in a daze saying things like "I'm not crazy, I will show them all" and just keep on repeating this again and again, you will definitely give people a scare.

If you are not going trick or treating yourself and would just like to stay in the comfort of your home you can very much scare the trick or treaters. Basically before the night begins you should fill your front porch full of toilet paper. Then when trick or treaters knock at the door you should blame them and pretend to start getting very angry. They will be in a shock and you will know the truth, it should be hilarious.

Halloween is a great time but just make sure that you do not take your tricks to an extreme level, as it could potentially ruin the whole event. Take things slowly, throwing eggs is not fun. If you think of your tricks a little more in depth I am sure that you will have a much better time.

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Goat (Satyr) Hoof-Hearted (Brown) Feet Adult Halloween Costume Accessory (DF1008)(DZ4)

Goat (Satyr) Hoof-Hearted (Brown) Feet Adult Halloween Costume Accessory - The ultimate pair of Hoofs. These Hoofs are a fun effect comfortable enough to wear all night. Easily fits over most any adult shoe. Made to match and complete our creature outfit. Use with a pair of gloves to help round out any costume or mask.
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Excellent, the costume arrived on time, it was exactly what I ordered, made a great costume.

Have you been inspired by some of the stunning face painting ideas around? Do you want to learn how to face paint? It really is such fun to do and a great way to give pleasure to others.

Here are my top tips to improve face painting success for beginners.

Tip 1: you cannot learn to face paint by merely reading a book or watching a video. You have to get the paints, brushes and sponges out and practice often.

Tip 2: it's best to practice on an adult or older child. Young children have a very low attention span. It's not easy to face paint if the child is fidgeting about.

Tip 3: apply thin layers of face paint. A thick layer can cake and crack, spoiling the design.

Tip 4: always allow one layer to dry before applying the next layer.

Tip 5: use a make up pencil to lightly draw the outlines of shapes.

Tip 6: avoid symmetrical face painting designs such as butterflies until you are more experienced. Animals make good face painting ideas for beginners as it is not necessary to have both sides on the animal face matching perfectly.

Tip 7: even a beginner can create amazing face painting ideas. Simply supplement your basic face painting skills by using temporary tattoos and stamps. They come in a huge range of designs including lizard, snake, spider and butterfly. Only use ones specifically designed for faces.

Bonus Tip: if a face painting idea turns out really well then take a photograph of your creation so you can start building up your very own collection of face painting ideas.

Learn how to paint over 50 face painting ideas with a step-by-step guide

Learn face painting techniques including creating a fur effect for animals.

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Adult Disney Mr. Incredible Halloween Costume

Customer Review: Great
Got a lot of compliments trick-or-treating with my daughter. Lots of people said they wished they had it for a costume party!

With Halloween fast approaching, Executive Defense Technology is doing a lot of radio and TV interviews on Halloween safety for your kids. An area that they are being quizzed on is safety tips for teenagers that head out for a night of fun.

Remember, Halloween is for teens, too. It is an incredibly exciting time for them because this is the age where kids want to venture out for Trick-or-Treat fun without their parents. They are at an age where being on their own is not only cool but a necessary part of their development as they make their way into adulthood. The good news for you is that you can let them go with a few common sense safety tips:

1. Teenagers should head out in a group of least four individuals or more. Heading out alone is not an option! Make sure your teenager is with a group of good friends. Make sure that they know everyone well. Halloween is not a good time to be running around costumed in the dark with strangers or new friends they are not very familiar with.

2. Make sure you know exactly where your teenager will be when they are out. Ask them what their plans for the night are and hold them to it. Knowing where your teenager is on Halloween, is not about not trusting them, it is about safety. It is about you, the parent being able to find them in an emergency. Send your child out with a cell phone and have then check in periodically, every 45 minutes/ hour - whatever the two of you agree upon, just to let you know where they are and that they are okay.

3. Teenagers also need to keep their eyes open for the smaller, younger kids. This is one of the nights of the year where all age groups mix together. Teens, even with the excitement of being out on their own should keep their eyes open for the younger kids in case there is someone who needs help or just to simply keep from running into them or tripping over them. Smaller kids are more easily injured when running into larger kids simply because they are smaller.

4. Set a specific time with your child that they need to be home. This year, Halloween falls on a weekday. This means kids have school the next day. Have them home no later than 10 p.m. It will take another hour or so for them to calm down and relax before they can head to bed. Yes, tomorrow, they'll be tired but the day after is also a part of Halloween memories.

What about those younger ghosts and goblins? How can we keep them safe? Actually, one of the biggest threats that parents sometimes overlook on this fun day isn't going to come from a poisoned piece of candy or a predator lurking in the bushes. Although, we don't want to minimize those risks either. The biggest danger on Halloween for kids is - injuries from tripping and falling. The majority of injured children showing up in the Emergency Room will do so with broken arms or wrists, chipped teeth and cuts and bruises from falling or tripping in the dark due to excitement and obstructed vision from masks.

As parents, we are enjoying ourselves visiting with neighbors and talking as we travel "around the block" from house to house. While you do so, here are some tips for keeping your kids safe so everyone can have a fun, memorable, safe evening:

1. Arm you kids with flashlights so they can negotiate their way down dark paths. A small, bright light that fits nicely in their hands is best. Make sure any flashlight has fresh batteries and illuminates well. Carry one yourself.

2. Remind the kids, before leaving the house about street safety. In their excitement, don't let them rush out in front of a car. Larry Elliott, of Executive Defense Technology, also recommends placing reflective tape on your child's shoes and on their costumes.

3. Make sure your child's shoes fit and are tied properly. Keep costumes above the ground by a few inches so your youngster doesn't trip on it while walking and running.

And since we don't want to forget about "Personal Safety", make sure your children (young and older) follow these suggestions so they don't become "easy targets" for predators:

1. Stay in well lit areas and avoid dark, lonely locations / paths.

2. Be aware of your surroundings at all times. If someone makes you uncomfortable, cross the street, head the other direction and go to a house of a family that you know and trust. (Review "Safe Houses" with your kids BEFORE Halloween so they know exactly where they can go for help)

3. Never give your name or details about yourself to a stranger.

4. Only visit the houses of the neighbors that you know and are familiar with - don't drop your children off in areas you are unfamiliar with.

5. Let the adults be the one to answer the door to Trick-or-Treaters. Don't let the children answer by themselves.

6. Never get close to or into a strangers car or go with them ANYWHERE. If a car pulls up, advise your children to take a few steps back. They should never get close enough so they can be grabbed unexpectedly. If someone needs help or directions, they should be asking an adult - not a child!

7. If you are approached, use your voice! FBI statistics say that 70-80% of assaults can be stopped by good verbal boundaries alone.

Staying safe is a choice! We still have a few days before the Halloween holiday - practice and rehearse safety with your kids so they know what is expected of them and how to prevent accidents or assaults BEFORE they happen.

Have a safe, fun Halloween!

Upcoming Community Programs you can participate in:

1. RAD Training classes to begin at Oakville high school for girls 13 - 18 and their mothers on Monday, January 7th,2008

2. RAD Training Classes at Forest Park Community College to begin at University City High School starting March 19th, 2008

3. 3 hour Community Awareness Programs at St Louis Community Colleges - Saturday, February 23: Wildwood community college; Saturday, March 8: Meremac Community college; Spring Safety Day at Flo Valley Community college on Saturday, April 19th, 2008; Saturday, April 26th: Forest Park Community college; Saturday, May 10th: Forest Park Community college - SIGN UP AND JOIN US!

To Schedule a Program: Visit our website to schedule a program for your next Lunch and Learn / business meeting / seminar / get together / home party/ scout meeting/ symposium / conference/ speaker / school assembly - TODAY!

Author: Kimberly Cheryl Elliott, MBA, PhD is CEO of Executive Defense Technology, LLC located in Missouri. The mission of the company is to educate individuals on personal safety and awareness as well as training others the Rape / Aggression/ Defense (RAD) self-defense course. She is the author of: Take this pill...and sell it! ; Escape from the Pharma Cartel; and Are Your Habits Killing You? A Personal Safety Handbook. She can be reached at http://www.execdeftech.com

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Leonardo Child Halloween Costume Size 7-8 Medium (B195-ST)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Leonardo Costume Includes: Jumpsuit, turtle shell and character mask. Size 7-8.

Heartburn can be one of the most uncomfortable, and sometimes painful sensations, and frequently occurs among people of all ages. There are several causes for it, some of which can be eliminated through proper diet or treatment of other ailments that are closely associated with it. There are several medications on the market that are designed to treat and cure heartburn, but, as with many other conditions, there are natural remedies that may be helpful and found in your own kitchen cabinet.

Baking soda is a great way to stave off heartburn. Deposit one teaspoon of baking soda in an eight ounce glass of water and let dissolve. Then, drink the acid water. This is, of course, only a temporary relief, and should be treated as such. If you experience heartburn on a regular basis, you may want to visit a doctor to have it checked for Acid Reflux, which can be more serious than many people think.

Another natural remedy for heartburn is to limit the foods that are causing it. If you are used to eating fried foods, and you frequently experience heartburn soon after eating them, you may want to change your diet. Bake, broil, or steam your food if possible. It may not taste as good in the beginning, but it could make you feel a lot better in the end. It will also help to improve your overall health.

Do not sleep after eating. This will help keep the acid out of the stomach, and reduce your chances of getting heartburn. If you must lie down, elevate your head as much as possible so you will not be lying flat on your back.

Do not wear tight clothes around your waste. Doing this will squeeze your stomach and can force food up, thereby, causing heartburn. Instead, wear clothes that fit comfortably.

Do not overeat. This only expands the stomach and can increase pressure. This pressure can, in turn, force food up and cause the burning sensation commonly known as heartburn to occur.

As stated above, if you do experience frequent heartburn, you should talk to your doctor to see what can be done. Sometimes it is just a matter of changing a few eating or living habits, but other times, it can be a symptom of another condition that should be treated with medication. Your doctor can conduct a simple test to find out if this is the case, and will then be able to properly treat your condition.

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Kid's Karate Boy Halloween Costume (Size:Small 4-6)

When one thinks of the state of Illinois one of the first cities they will most likely think of is Chicago. However, when someone thinks of the state of Illinois, the odds are pretty good that they aren't going to first visualize many villages within the state. Big cities and big businesses are the first thing that most people are first to associate with the state of Illinois. However, there are still a few villages out there in Illinois.

The village of Monee, Illinois is one of those villages. As of the year 2000 census there were only approximately 3,000 residents in the village. Monee, Illinois is located approximately 40 miles south of Chicago. Despite being located so far from downtown Chicago and only having a small amount of residents, Monee healthcare is some of the best around.

If you are looking for fun things to do in Monee, look no further than the golf course. Monee's golf course covers thirty four acres and is open from April through October. If you are visiting Monee in the fall season, be sure to check out their Fall Faire. This Faire has been operating since 1995 and is a three day event. All of the organizations in and around the area participate in this fun event. There are plenty of activities including food, games, crafts and more. Also held in conjunction with the Fall Faire is the community garage sale in which anyone can participate. The garage sale itself is so large that they will even provide you with a map of all of the sales. You could also visit the Monee hospital if you start to feel queasy from all the food you might consume. The Halloween party is also a great place for entertainment. This party takes place in the middle of the village with food, games and prizes for kids of all ages. The party also includes a haunted house and the annual Halloween bonfire.

Also located in the middle of the village there is a park that has recently been upgraded. The park now includes a tennis and basketball court as well as a large baseball field. The park also has a football field which will eventually be able to convert to a soccer field as well. Located throughout all parts of the village are tot lots where the younger children can have a place to play.

Although Monee may not be the biggest city in Illinois, it sure is a place that provides a great sense of community. Whether you are a long time resident or merely in the village for the Monee, Illinois hospital, there is always something happening in a community that will welcome you with open arms. Monee is a wonderful place to raise a family with most of the events centered around children.

If you are looking for more information on Monee healthcare or a Monee hospital, be sure to visit Riverside Medical Center today. Riverside Medical Center can provide you with all the information you need to know about their Monee Illinois hospital.

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2008 Michael Myers Halloween Mask

New for 2008, this Michael Myers "The Mask" is great for Halloween. Adult Sized. Latex with attached hair. Nothing scares more people on Halloween night, than Michael.

Two free Kids' Halloween Crafts ideas!

If you can get two big balloons, one white and one black, then your kids will love these imaginative kids' Halloween crafts ideas we have for you to turn them into unusual Halloween toys or decorations.

Cute ghost kids craft idea with a white balloon

If your kids liked Casper the ghost they will enjoy this free kids' craft idea for making an adorable little ghost as a toy or a decoration for a Halloween party. It is very simple and cute.

What you need:

• A big white balloon
• Some white plastic grocery bags
• Clear tape
• A black marker
• Blunt ended or rounded scissors

Give the kids some white grocery bags and ask them to cut out strips about an inch wide by about 8 inches long, avoiding any colored parts so that the strips are all white.

Blow up the balloon, tie a secure knot in the neck to prevent the air escaping, and then hang it up with string somewhere the children can reach it easily.

Draw spooky eyes and a mouth on the balloon to make a ghost. Now the kids can stick their white strips of plastic all around the bottom end of the balloon to make a floaty ghost effect. This kid's craft idea makes a great Halloween decoration!

Scary spider Kids Halloween crafts idea with a black balloon

Make a huge black spider for Halloween with this kids' craft idea.

What you need:

• A big black balloon
• 4 long, black pipe cleaners
• Some white-out (liquid paper)
• A bit of string or yarn

Blow up the balloon so that it is only partially inflated, and tie a knot in it. Then make a twist in it so that you have a big ball and a little ball. The little ball will become the spider's head and should be at the end of the balloon with the opening.

Twist each pipe cleaner around the "neck" of the spider by folding it in half over the balloon and twisting tightly. (Adult help may be needed for this bit as the pipe cleaners have sharp ends that may burst the balloon!) Twist the pipe cleaner in such a way that they resemble the legs of a spider. If you have a careful look at a spider you'll notice that all legs are on the front part of the spider.

Your spider now has eight legs! Fold each leg to make it jointed. Using the white-out, paint scary eyes and fangs on the spider's face.

These balloon crafts are popular and fun free Kids' Halloween Crafts ideas for Halloween parties.

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Girls Sassy Pirate Costume

From the Drama Queens collection comes Scar-let, the Sassy Pirate. This child costume includes: pirate dress, underskirt, waist sash, glovelet and vinyl boot covers. Glitter print skull on skirt. Comes in three child sizes. A great, cute costume for girls.

Remember when we were kids and our parents put us in those very popular one piece plastic costumes? What torture. You couldn't breath through the mask let alone see, and God forbid one of your friends pull the mask back and snap it against your face. Then there was the non-breathing plastic one piece suit that tied up in the back. Forget running or lifting your arms or you were sure to put a big rip in it, ruining the rest of your evening for the heartbreak.

Costumes have come a long way since then. There are many different materials and styles to choose from. We no longer have to put our children in a plastic heatbox, but we must also remember we have to keep the children warm. Many of us live in areas where Halloween can be a frosty night where our childrens teeth are chattering while they going door to door. The best thing you can do is make sure you buy the costume big enough to put a full warm wardrobe underneath, but not so big that they are tripping over it. A turtle neck and sweatpants or leggings are a wonderful idea.

Fancy shoes for those princess dresses are a waist, as most kids don't make it three to four houses before the shoes are pinching their feet and they want to take them off. We know what that's like, don't we ladies? Army boots don't let the poor guys ankles bend and they and up crabby and unhappy. Gym shoes are the best, they are safe and comfortable for running house to house.

For infants, a one piece bunting style costume are one of the best ideas. Make sure there are no pieces in the costume that may harm the child. The companies may put the product out there, but it is your job as a parent to make sure it is safe. Don't bother dressing an infant in princess costumes or pirate costumes that will be uncomfortable for them, they will only cry the whole time. Instead think of a nice warm fuzzy animal or a sweat pea. Most of those types of costumes comes with bonnets that will also keep the infants head covered and warm.

Most of the time a toddler has an idea of what they want to be, it's just a matter of guiding them in the right direction so you both will be happy. These little guys and gals are in the in-between stage where the little froggie costume would still be cute, but you could also do the fire fighter or cow girl. Once again remember their comfort and warmth for the long hall around the neighborhood.

Young boys and girls like to look, "Cool for School" and those Halloween parties. Most schools will not allow masks and that's what most of the boys costumes have. In this case a cool fighter pilot or astronaut with official looking nasa patches would be great for your little guy, and an easy to put on princess gown or cheerleader costume would be great for the girls.

What ever size child you have, please make sure they are warm and have a bright enough light with them to keep them safe. People get a little crazy at that time rushing from house to house and driving to neighborhoods they are not familiar with to find that pot of gold for their kids. Keeping them safe is the best thing you can do for them.

Written by Tiffany Mummey CEO of http://www.sunshineandbutterflies.com

http://www.sunshineandbutterflies.com is one of the Americas leading on-line retailers of Halloween costumes, Christening Gowns and Christening Outifts personalised photo gifts and Christmas Gifts.

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After the second week of September, whisper in the air seems to say "trick or treat" while you remember that your children will not like to stay away from Halloween fun. Yes, it is time to buy child costumes. Although many children enjoy designing their own, you may still need to buy items and accessories that their imagination dictates.

There are websites that specialize in holiday costumes so you can find Halloween costumes, Christmas costumes, birthday costumes and more. Mooncostumes.com, as in example, also offers masks, hats, wigs, and decor so you can make of any celebration an incredible fun time. Of course, you must talk to your children to know what they are thinking to wear because some children feel embarrassed when their parents make the choosing decision without asking.

Even though the younger the kid, the more chances that any other than parents have to search among the available child costumes to find one, as younger children realize about the exciting around them but not necessarily understand yet at all what is going at party time.

At any age, make sure that child costumes do not drag on the ground and do not let children use pointed or sharp objects that accidentally can harm them or strike other kids. When it comes to costumes for children, the sky is the limit to find one. In fact, you will soon discover that is easiest you find a costume for your children that make them deciding what he or she likes.

With babies and toddlers, this is not a major problem to deal with, unless you find something really weird or outrageous because your kid will say nothing today, but overtime after browsing the family album and discovering what it could be for you funny pics.

There is a stage in childhood when kids are susceptible to social critique and sometimes are those type of pictures what makes them feel uncomfortable. If your son or daughter is too young to decide by their own, make sure to choose traditional child costumes and avoid the overuse of makeup or accessories.

However, remember that everything is up to the celebration what the costume is for. Halloween is perhaps one of the only holidays of the year in which you can allow yourself choosing more unconventional costumes, otherwise older children will surprise with their ideas about what they will like to wear.

Because kids grow up fast, some communities encourage parents to donate child costumes that your kids will not longer need as a way to recycle this clothing while helping another kids whose parents cannot afford buying one so buying a new costume for your kid is not necessarily a useless expenditure.

MoonCostumes.com is a website at which you can find a wide variety of child costumes, holiday costumes, accessories and more, besides party, magician, and clown supplies to make of your event or celebration a special one.

Erik Aronesty is an expert in providing quality costumes for the entire family. Moon Costumes is a family owned business that supplies name brand costumes, wigs, cosplay, and party supplies to the world - all at deeply discounted prices. To learn more or purchase costumes visit Halloween costumes, sexy costumes, and horror costumes.

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Rock Legend Elvis Black Adult Mens Halloween Costume

Black Rock Legend Adult Costumes for a Vintage look that will be a huge hit this Halloween!! An Elvis Costume is guaranteed to make this Halloween one to remember!!

Have you ever been a room Mother at school for your child?

This can be lots of fun especially if you use a little bit of creativity with it. For Halloween one year my son's teacher needed a volunteer for being a room Mother to bring in treats and pass them out on the day of the party. I volunteered and made cupcakes...it wasn't anything fancy, but it meant a lot to my son!

I had the best time ever passing the cupcakes out to the kids. After the cupcakes...the kids colored pumpkins on some poster board paper. They used glitter glue, buttons, and yarn to dress their drawings up. I remember walking up and down the rows encouraging each child with their project. It made me feel really good inside being a part of the festivities that day.

Here are a few Halloween recipes for room Mothers to use and bring in to their child's school

Candy Corn Cupcakes

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup water
2 large eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 ounces melted unsweetened baking chocolate
Candy corn
Halloween paper liners (get them at a party supply store)
Chocolate frosting

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake pans with paper liners.
Combine all ingredients into mixing bowl. Mix at low speed for 30 seconds, and scrape bowl. Mix at high speed for 3 minutes.

Fill liners 1/2 to 2/3 full of batter. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool 10 minutes in pans then remove from pan, and place on wire racks to cool completely.

Frost when chocolate cupcakes are completely cool.

Top with candy corn to make a smiley face

Biscuit Doughnut Treats

Ingredients

1 can of store bought biscuits
Vegetable oil
Deep fryer (sauce pan will work as well)
Chocolate frosting
Orange sprinkles

Directions

Pour vegetable oil in deep fryer. Plug deep fryer in to heat.
Find a small glass or something to cut the biscuits into doughnuts. Don't discard the holes.

Place 2 doughnuts into fryer at a time. Let brown on one side then flip them over. Deep fry until golden. Place doughnuts onto paper towel-lined plate to drain access oil. Deep fry the rest of the doughnuts including the doughnut holes.

When cooled, top doughnuts and holes with chocolate frosting. Top with orange sprinkles.

Black Forest Twinkie Delights

Ingredients

Hostess twinkies
White frosting
Empty food coloring bottle
Red, blue, and yellow food coloring
Orange sprinkles

Directions

Add one third of a bottle equal parts of red, blue and yellow food coloring to the empty bottle...in that order. Secure the lid on the bottle. Shake the black food coloring vigorously so it is mixed. Test the food coloring by putting a couple of drops into a small amount of white frosting.

Mix the black food coloring into the white frosting thoroughly. If you find that the food coloring is not as dark as you like it, add a little more red food coloring to the mixture.

Top the twinkies with the black frosting. Top with orange sprinkles.

Use your creativity to come up with your own recipes as well

Being a room Mom would be an excellent opportunity for you to participate in your child's school experiences as well as their education, and celebrations.

Article Written By Tammy Embrich

Tammy owns and operates two work at home websites, a work at home forum, a recipe site and three blogs.

She offers free recipes, cooking tips, parenting articles, and more. You can visit Tammy at Cookin At Home and Parent Zone

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Gods & Goddesses Gladiator Costume for Children

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What can go wrong with peanut butter? First, peanut oil can become rancid quickly after the jar is opened. This gives the product a bad taste. Slight rancidity can make the gooey stuff taste like cardboard while a terribly rancid brand has a fishy or painty taste.

Rancidity is usually caused by storage problems. Under normal conditions, peanut butter has a long shelf life provided it is kept in a cool, dry place. But if the peanuts used in filling a jar are bad to begin with, especially when exposed to air, heat or light, you can expect a lousy product.

Still, eating rotten peanuts every now and then is no cause for alarm. Not all peanuts that look bad are actually bad. Those withered, bitter-tasting nuts you chance upon aren't always hallmarks of rancidity. This normally occurs when peanuts are harvested before their time.

One troubling aspect of peanut butter, however, is the aflatoxin scare that first affected the United States and spread to some Asian countries. Several local brands of peanut butter were confiscated by the health authorities after they were found to have high levels of aflatoxin which has been linked to cancer, changes in gene structure and birth defects among others.

Almost overnight, peanut butter's tasty image was tarnished. This highly nutritious and cheap source of cholesterol-free protein suddenly joined the ranks of other cancer-causing substances. And although new stocks of peanut butter were eventually cleared by health authorities, the specter of aflatoxin remains in our midst. Can we still trust peanut butter?

First of all, condemning peanut butter just because it has aflatoxin is not right. After all, this powerful poison naturally occurs in corn, rice and other foods. While most peanut butter including those cleared by food authorities contain aflatoxin, they are harmless because this poison is present only in small amounts. Hence, aflatoxin has long been a part of our daily fare.

How much aflatoxin can we take? The permissible levels vary from country to country and are regulated by government agencies. In the United States, the Department of Agriculture limits levels in peanut products to 15 parts per billion (ppb). Actual levels, however, are much lower.

A study made by Consumer Reports showed that the average level of aflatoxin in several products was only 0.85 ppb. In some Asian countries, the level set by health authorities is 20 ppb. Confiscated products had higher aflatoxin levels and some even reached 100 ppb. Does this mean that those who purchased these products are in danger of dying from liver cancer later?

Not really. For one, the link between aflatoxin and liver cancer has not been fully established yet. Initial studies made in the 1960s appear to support this connection but the chances of contracting liver cancer from peanut butter remain very slim.

"According to the nation's scientists, the risk is insignificant. Although lab rats fed small doses of aflatoxin grew liver tumors, mice given small or even large doses did not. And aflatoxin tests on tissue samples have shown that human livers react to the toxin in much the same way that mouse livers do. If mice can eat aflatoxin without growing tumors it's reassuring news for us," revealed Mary Roach in Hippocrates magazine.

With that in mind, you can safely eat peanut butter and enjoy the magic it brings. Indeed, in taste and nutrition, nothing compares to this gooey and sticky delight.

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Sharon Bell is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premier online news magazine http://www.HealthLinesNews.com

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A well-planned party seems to run flawlessly. Drinks flow, food is served and cleared away, and there never seems to be any mess! Creating a smooth-running catered event is more than just arriving with food and drink. There is a fair bit of science behind a fabulous party! When a caterer asks you a lot of questions before giving you a full estimate, it is because they are trying to determine all the variables in the "party equation." This way, they can determine the perfect menu and amount of items needed to send to your party to make your event a success!

Here are some things to keep in mind.

Budget

This might seem daunting, but it is the most important first step in creating your menu. Have some sort of budget in mind before approaching your caterer. Menus come in all price ranges and knowing your budget will help your caterer fit a menu to your event.

Buffet vs. Plated Dinner

A buffet or food stations are typically less expensive than a sit down dinner, but this depends on the menu choices and the level of service required. Food can be served cold, hot in chafing dishes or prepared on site by station Chefs. Sit-down dinners require having Chefs on site to prepare and plate your meal as well as additional staff to serve all of your guests at the same time. The food for plated meals requires one or more ovens on site to ensure that all of the food is served hot and in a timely manner

Cocktail Reception

Cocktail receptions are perfect for any occasion, at any time of the day. Bite sized hors d'oeuvres and elegant platters can bridge the gap between meals or be substantial enough to be your main meal, including breakfast! Estimate 3 - 5 bites per person before dinner, 7 - 14 bites for an early afternoon event and 15 - 20 bites in lieu of a traditional dinner.

Event Planning

What do you expect from your caterer? Do you just want to have food delivered to you or do you require help in planning your annual summer soire or perfect wedding? Be very clear what your expectations are and what you may need assistance with.

Tastings

Most caterers offer "tastings" for large staffed events. Once you have confirmed the booking of your event with a deposit, most caterers will not charge for this service. If you are just shopping around you should expect to pay.

In the end, successful party planning doesn't have to be that difficult, with proper planning you'll really achieve the goal of being a guest at your own party.

Savoury City Catering is a close-knit group of professional chefs and event planners bound by a passion for creating exceptional catering.

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Womens Adult Halloween Costumes Cinderella Princess Ball Gown Fairy Tale Dress Deluxe Costume

Dreams come true in this deluxe Cinderella ball gown. Be home by midnight!

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As a new parent, you're likely full of anxiety and apprehension about your little bundle of joy. A costume seems like the least of your worries when you think of all the other dangers surrounding Halloween, such as cars being unable to see you and your baby in the dark or what to do with your baby at a Halloween party.

By taking a few proper safety precautions, you can ensure a happy Halloween regardless. Your best bet, if you decide to trick or treat, is to take the baby out before dark, just after dinner, with your other children. Choose colorful costumes and add reflective tape to the stroller and part of the costume. Halloween is a fun holiday and your baby will love the novelty of his or her costume design.

Ideally, a costume will be comfortable, not too hot, not too cold and easy to undo for changing time. There shouldn't be any appendages that will irritate the baby or trip the toddler. Remember that material-wise cotton is durable and comfortable, when compared to polyester, and plush fabrics are snuggly for the baby, but not necessarily so if you live in muggy Florida. Be sure to look over the costume design for anything that might be pulled off or choked on.

Avoid buying masks or using face paints on your baby and if you plan on participating in a trick or treat romp around the neighborhood to show off your newborn, then be sure you and your stroller are highly visible with reflective tape and light colors. Most importantly, check the label to be sure the outfit is flame retardant and machine washable! Now that you know the safety tips, it's time to think more creatively about finding the best infant and toddler costumes.

For your toddler, newborn or infant, whether they are walking or not, visit "Annies Costumes" for the costume you want. The sizes there are easily separated into newborn, newborn walker, infant of 12-24 Month and toddler 2T-4T. You'll melt browsing the selection of adorable plush baby and toddler costumes. There are Baby Einstein characters, a Shrek bunting, soft pink and blue bunnies, baby bees or baby bats, and all are just a little bit cuter than what you can find on other sites.

Also, there are some really creative costumes that aren't elsewhere, such as the creative money sack "Billion Dollar Baby" costume, a "Dazzling Baby Flower," a "Baby Strawberry," a "Little Trees Car Freshener" costume, the "Mini Muscle Man" costume, a "Tootsie Roll" or "Sugar Babies" candy bunting, a "Jack in the Box" bunting, the "Chili Pepper" suit and the "Sunflower" bunting. Toddler costumes like "Captain America," "Chewbacca," "Winnie the Pooh" and "Baby Thomas the Tank" really stand out.

The costume you choose is going to get trashed, you know this. It's going to be pooped in, drooled on, spilled on and spit up on. Many of the plush baby and toddler costumes are "spot clean only," which means you'll need to use a gentle non-abrasive laundry spot remover and hope there are no major messes. If your princess dribbles on her dress, then you can try a fine fabric cleaner and cold water via hand-wash. "Dry clean only" costumes may not be worth the money if they'll never be worn again. If you only paid $6.95 for it, then why bother paying $20 to clean it? Checking the label and opt for machine washable, and feed your baby with bibs or in another outfit before getting dressed up for Halloween fun!

Are you planning a Halloween party and need halloween monsters ideas to spark spectacular fun? Then visit Mike Selvon portal and also learn more about the costume for toddlers.

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Be the King in this Elvis jumpsuit!

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If you were sitting around with friends on a Saturday night, would you be at all surprised if someone suggests ordering a pizza? The fact is pizza is one of the most widely appreciated foods in the world, and it can be found from one side of the globe to the other. There are literally thousands of different possibilities when it comes to garnishing a pizza, and it basically all falls to what you appreciate the most. Pizza is an Italian dish that has been around for centuries, and it is still enjoyed everyday in Italy as a simple yet filling meal. You will find many variations of this pie throughout Italy's many regions; each and every one of them is as delightful as the last.

Primitive Cookware

Pizza has been around as far as historians can seemingly follow, and it was not a recipe that had any actual reason to change over the years. This bread like food was once cooked on the shields of Roman soldiers, and then garnished with ingredients such as: olive oil, tomatoes, onions, and dates. The great thing about this type of cooking is that it left no trace of the army for the opposition to find. The "plates" so to speak were actually eaten. The first sign of pizza can be found at the bottom of oven stones, and the less fortunate mostly enjoyed this meal. People would flock to the streets of Rome to try this wonderful dish that the peasants basically designed for simple meal times, and it called for the use of very basic and easily accessible ingredients.

Endless Options

When it comes to pizza, you really have no limit to what you can use as an ingredient. There are actually thousands of variations in regards to a pizza, finding the right mix for you is only a matter of trial and error. Virtually any meat that you can find is a capable ingredient for a pie, and some of the more popular meats include: ham, ground beef, pepperoni, and anchovies. Of course you must keep in mind that there are many other meats that can be toppings on a pizza, it is as simple as picking one and trying it out. If you are going experiment with ingredients for your pie, you cannot forget some of the wonderful veggies that make this meal a hit. With delights such as mushrooms, tomatoes, and hot peppers being popular, they seem to compliment the meats quite nicely.

A Utility Meal

Pizza is what is considered a utility meal, this is a dish that was and still is eaten by those that are of blue-collar lifestyles. There are many that feel this is a simple meal that is not appreciated by the wealthy however, this is not the case. The wealthy of the past in Italy did in fact enjoy this dish just as much as the poor. The difference between the two methods however, was that the wealthy enjoyed the spoils of more delectable ingredients.

Anna Fiori writes food related articles for the Italian Traditional Food website at http://www.italiantraditionalfood.com

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Sexy 1 Piece Beer Girl Serving Wench

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Customer Review: Cute but not worth $50
The costume is really cute, but it doesn't come with the frill skirt underneath, and the laces in the front will show your stomach if they aren't laced up tight enough. For $50 it's not worth it, but if it's a last minute thing (like it was for me), then it's a valid choice because it's only one piece.

The new Batman movie has brought an onslaught of Dark Knight collectibles even prior to it's release. The hype was a carefully crafted and planned advertisement campaign even before Heath Ledger's death. Of course with Heath Ledger unfortunately fitting the bill of recent dead famous actors, the strategy took off even better than planned. It's been a long time since we've seen a movie which seemed to "self promote" itself as much as this new Batman movie The Dark Knight. There is lots of viral effect and it is working.

Heath Ledger was (and still is) a famous Australian actor before anyone in the USA ever heard of him. He is also just simply one of the most famous male actors in worldwide news at this time. Most of this is centered around his role as The Joker in "The Dark Knight". The Joker has always been a favorite villain in these Batman movies and this movie is no different. Ledger's presence in the news, his worldwide popularity as an actor prior to The Dark Knight and his untimely death have all created a perfect storm for Batman Dark Knight collectible movie memorabilia. Especially the Joker.

The Batman Superpowers plastic toys, posters and Tee shirts have always been a hit in the past and this movie alone could very well top them all in combined merchandise sales! If you are a collector of this type of movie memorabilia then you already know the value some of these items can bring in time. Some very nice collectibles are going to be produced as a result of The Dark Knight.

Naturally any original Heath Ledger autograph on a Joker photo or other Dark Knight piece of memorabilia will be a valuable collectible in both monetary and sentimental terms. These are pricey but well worth it to an avid fan or collector. Any Heath Ledger signed Batman poster or Dark Knight related picture is worth grabbing if you have the opportunity. There are also some nice reprints that while not so valuable, still make a nice keepsake or gift.

Other highly collectible items are the Batman Dark Knight action figures. While one might think of these as toys, many of them are very detailed and can greatly increase in value over time. Companies like Hasbro and Mattel are always right on the bandwagon with these. The Dante action figures are usually quite beautiful and worth looking into. Of course, you are not likely to find a valuable collectible at the dollar store! Those items are usually just one piece from plastic molds with no detail and often unofficial. Great for the kids but not very collectible.

One of the more expensive collectibles can be the statues or busts. These are really cool if you consider yourself a serious fan or collector because they are very detailed. DC Direct puts out some nice stuff. Most of the Joker Heath statues and busts are sold out for now and must be ordered. Batman himself is fairly easy to find for now.

Not all Dark Knight collectibles are meant to be a monetary investment. There are many collectible items available from this movie that are fun, affordable and unique. Of course there will be T shirts and movie posters, bobbleheads and lunch boxes etc. These items are usually pretty affordable. And by the time Halloween rolls around you can expect a whole new wave of products from this movie. Undoubtedly there will be lots of Joker Heath costumes and masks this season. I can hardly wait to see the Joker latex masks this Halloween!

The funny thing about collectibles is the best ones are usually the ones you didn't plan for. Lots of times we don't find out we have a collectible until years later. Sometimes we find out just weeks after we cleaned out the garage! (That happened to me and is how I got started collecting!)

The Dark Knight is going to offer a lot of autographed movie memorabilia, action figures, tee shirts and even some bizarre items like Joker Heath bottle openers or vacuum cleaners! Ok, vacuum cleaners might be a stretch. Time will tell but one thing for sure is there's plenty of affordable and potentially valuable collectible items available right now from The Dark Knight. With a little luck you just might hit the jackpot!

Hi there! Are you as excited about the new Dark Knight Joker action figures and other collectible items as I am? My name is Ray Sherman and collecting movie memorabillia, especially The Joker character from the Batman movies is one of my passions. Some of my other interests are blogging and internet marketing and I always look forward to my long motorcycle rides in the summer time as I scour the yard sales for collectible items! Thanks for your interest and for taking the time to read my articles. All the best in your Dark Knight collectibles search! http://www.JokerHeathCollectibles.com

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Sexy 2 Piece Hippie Print Costume

This Item Includes: Tie Top; Bell Bottom Pants

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This was an absolutely hot outfit! It looked great and fit perfectly. I actually won best costume at a 70's party.

If I could provide one single tip to encompass all of the fundamental concepts of time management, goal setting and self-mastery, it would be this. Be thankful for what you have and the fact that you have the opportunity to have any circumstances at all. Each day, and even each moment, is an opportunity for you to begin to create the kind of world that you want for yourself.

You have the same 24 hours in each day as every other person walking the earth and who has ever walked the Earth before you. This doesn't mean that you are no more special than any of those other people. It means that you are just as special as all of those other people.

During the holidays it is most likely that you will have a bit of chaos. Things will happen that are outside of your plans. To have the most stress free holidays with your friends and family set your goals for what you actually want as an outcome and then focus on the actions necessary to get you to that outcome without getting hung up on the possible roadblocks and bumps you might encounter along the way. When you focus more on what's actually important, instead of focusing on the little problems, you'll find that you get more done, you feel less stress, and you'll be able to enjoy your time with your friends and family.

Time management is essential for having a successful holiday season, however if there is lack of motivation, time management can be a struggle. Motivation is maintained by focusing on the goals that you have set for yourself about the kind of a holiday that you want. This form of time management and goal setting doesn't have to be formal, but you should at least make a list of the things that are important for you to achieve this holiday season. Then you can put actions in your to do last that lead you to the completion in the achievement of those goals. Remember: a goal is not a to do list item. Your to do list is for the actions that you should be taking to achieve those goals.

If you are planning a big meal for friends and family, try changing some of the habits that you normally have for keeping track of your goals and to do list items. Clear off a section of your refrigerator door and put up a magnetic whiteboard. Or get different colored sticky notes and color code different to do list items and post them in locations where those actions are most likely to happen. If there are holiday tasks that another friend or family member is going to complete, partner with a friend or loved one who can help keep track of those tasks and come up with backup plans in case that person is unable to complete it on time. This way you're not focusing on managing other people's tasks as well as trying to take action on your own.

But again remember how lucky you are and be thankful that you do have friends, family and loved ones to share these holiday times with. Sometimes it's the chaotic events and little mistakes that make the best stories in years to come. So cherish all the moments you have and focus on the many, many things that you have to be thankful about this holiday season.

Dave Saunders is a professional lecturer, and enjoys creating life-interconnections through his writings and lectures. You can find out more about time management at http://www.the-time-management-guy.com An audio version of this article can be found at http://www.the-time-management-guy.com/Time_To_Be_Thankful.html

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Large Bat Wings (Flesh) Halloween Costume Accessory

Large Bat Wings (Flesh) Halloween Costume Accessory - Super bat -like, our Large Bat Wings are non-tattered and realistically textured. Adjustable and comfortable hook and loop (similar to Velcro) tie straps. Includes built-in bendable springsteel armature wire for adjusting wing shape. Made of flexible latex material which gives wings a lifelike motion as you move. Wear them and make a powerful impression! Sexy, scary, and gothic. Dimensions 38in wide by 19in tall.

1. Don't leave your pets outside on Halloween or the days preceding it. This can be a very dangerous time for animals, especially black cats, when Halloween pranks committed against pets can be vicious. Every year there are malicious people who steal, torture, tease, or even kill pets on Halloween. The ASPCA and other pet organizations warn to keep ALL cats indoors and NEVER keep your dog in a car.

2. Halloween candy is for people, not pets. Chocolate, for example, can be deadly to pets. Keep your pets away from candy wrappers, tin foil, cellophane candy wrappers and lollipop sticks which can get lodged in their digestive tracts and cause injury or even death. There are many safe pet treats available to have on hand and many recipes for making homemade dog and cat treats. Teach everyone in your home, especially children, about the dangers of giving candy to pets and warn them about leaving candy wrappers on the floor. Take your child's candy and keep it out of reach from all pets in a closed closet or drawer. Dispose of candy wrappers before your pets can get to them and keep garbage cans tightly sealed.

Some signs that may require immediate veterinarian attention are:

* excessive drooling

* excessive urination

* pupil dilation

* vomiting and diarrhea

* muscle tremors and seizures

* hyperactivity

* coma

3. Children love getting dressed up in costumes at Halloween, but for pets costumes can be extremely uncomfortable, annoying, stressful and even hazardous. If you do dress up your pets, be sure the costume doesn't affect their ability to breathe, see, hear, smell, move, or bark. Masks are not a good idea for pets as they affect their ability to see. Animals depend on their sight to know what's going on and even the sweetest dog can get snippy if he doesn't know what's going on around him.

Injuries from Halloween costumes can include:

* Eye abrasions from sharp objects attached to masks or costumes

* Burns from flammable costumes ignited by open flames such as candles or Jack 'O Lanterns

* Skin irritations or rashes from decorative face paints or cremes

4. If you use candles in pumpkins, be sure to keep them out of the way of curious paws and noses. The lit pumpkin can get knocked over and cause a fire and cause deadly burns on your pet.

5. You might want to consider keeping your pet is a separate room when trick-or-treaters ring the doorbell. Strangers can frighten pets and even more so in strange costumes.

6. Be sure when you open the door that your pet doesn't run out when you hand out candy. You might want to consider keeping a pet gate in front of your door to block access in case your pet decides to chase after a trick-or-treater. You may want to crate your pet and be sure to provide plenty of fresh water, chew toys, a favorite blanket, or a piece of clothing with your scent on it to soothe your pet. Soft music can also soothe your pet during this stressful time.

7. If you do decide to let your dog greet visitors at the door, consider keeping him/her on a leash. A frightened dog can lunge, growl or bite. It will also keep him safe from running away or getting hit by a car.

8. Be sure you have proper Pet ID tags on so if your pet does run out, he/she has a better chance of being returned to you. Now is a good time to look at your pet's collar and update any old information like phone number and address. Also, information must be clear, so if your pet has old ID tags with name, address or phone number rubbed out, now's a great time to get that replaced.

9. If your animal is very high strung, instead of tranquilizers from your vet. Bach Rescue Remedy works really well it contains a special blend herbal and homeopathic ingredients known for their calming and soothing effect. Bach Rescue Remedy is a natural remedy with no risk of side effects or addiction and can be safely used by animals of all ages and sizes. You can find it at most health food stores.

10. Remember, your pets can't tell you what's wrong and what bothers them. They may be more frightened by all the noise, activity and strange people than you think. Be sympathetic and treat them as you would any frightened child. Always have your local Animal Emergency phone number available in case your pet does get into something he/she shouldn't.

Here's To Your Pet...Give them a Safe and Happy Halloween!

The Trick To Treating Your Pets! Treat them to Porky Puffs, Wholesome Hearts, Dental Treats, Antioxidant Bars, Purr-fectly Natural Treats (for the CAT) and don't forget the Gift Baskets with Chew Toys! Happy Halloween From Alice Gines http://www.people-to-pets.com/lifesabun.html

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