VAN NUYS, Calif., Feb. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- What's the buzz? MGA Entertainment announces its entree into the world of boys' toys with the Fall 2010 launch of The Legend of Nara(TM), an exciting new property for boys ages six and up that is both fantastical and mysterious. Showcasing a mythical world of insects, The Legend of Nara(TM) is the only collectible assortment of bugs that truly looks like bugs. Featuring motorized and removable underbody chassis that allow kids to swap out bug bodies, along with a chassis hook to help guide the bugs along their route as they race and battle, The Legend of Nara(TM) is sure to ignite the imaginations of boys everywhere.

According to legend, a massive meteor storm has pummeled the Planet Nara, changing the landscape forever. Amidst the ruins, a once peaceful insect population begins to transform. Their bodies begin to elongate; their limbs begin to mutate. The four tribes that once shared the Narian Valley become warring factions in their search for ultimate power. Let The Legend of Nara begin!"

"MGA has proven its excellence in the realm of girls' toys as witnessed by the success of Moxie Girlz and Bratz," said Isaac Larian, CEO of MGA Entertainment. "We plan to bring that same passion and expertise to boys' toys with the launch of The Legend of Nara."

About MGA Entertainment, Inc.

MGA Entertainment, a consumer entertainment products company headquartered in Van Nuys, California, manufactures innovative lines of proprietary and licensed products including toys and games, dolls, consumer electronics, home decor, stationery and sporting goods. The MGA family includes award-winning brands such as Little Tikes®, Moxie Girlz(TM), BFC, Ink. (TM), Bratz®, Rescue Pets® and Zapf®. The Company is continuing its tradition of creating imaginative doll brands for girls. For more information please visit: www.mgae.com, www.bratz.com, www.moxiegirlz.com, www.littletikes.com, www.bfcink.com, www.myepets3D.com.

Andrew Sroufe
    Salmon Borre Group
    847/582-1610  andrew@salmonborre.com

    Susan Hale
    MGA Entertainment
    818/221-4326  shale@mgae.com

SOURCE MGA Entertainment, Inc.

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Aromatherapy Certification CEUs - Massage Therapy Training

Mixing Essential Oils For The Seasons. Four unique Aromatherapy Certification classes.

Seriously consider these season-focused workshops if you have a sincere desire to study the Art and Science of Aromatherapy.

  1. Mixing Essential Oils For Autumn.
    1 Day. 6 CEUs. $199. Orlando, Florida.
    • Sunday, 23rd September, 2011
  2. Mixing Essential Oils For Winter.
    1 Day. 6 CEUs. $199. Orlando, Florida.
  3. Mixing Essential Oils For Spring.
    1 Day. 6 CEUs. $199. Orlando, Florida.
  4. Mixing Essential Oils For Summer.
    1 Day. 6 CEUs. $199. Orlando, Florida.

When you have completed all four classes, you'll receive our
Master Aromatherapist Certification.


For each 1 Day Aromatherapy Certification class, you'll easily learn...

  • appreciation of the art, historical use, science and plant chemistry of essential oils
  • become familiar with profiles of the top eight essential oils for each of the four seasons
  • discover their specific therapeutic uses for the body, mind and emotions
  • practical, hands-on blending and mixing essential oils for massage therapy, natural roll-on perfume, body moisturizers, personal inhalers, sprays, sugar scrubs, foot souffle and moremixing lime essential oils aromatherapy massage muscles
  • biological youth blends for younger, healthier looking skin
  • discover oil blends to improve digestion, for a restful nights sleep, energizing blends, better breathing, quieting the mind for meditation and more
  • Ayurveda recipes for Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas
  • gain knowledge of specific essential oils for each body system, Chakra's and Meridians. Discover what oils are contraindicated
  • practical guidance on formulating your very own line of aromatherapy products in this Aromatherapy Certification CEUs class


These Aromatherapy Certification studies will lead you on a fascinating journey into the healing world of aromatic and mixing essential oils.

Massage Therapy CEUs provider #50-1133.

Contact me, Scott Coleman LMT at 407-617-6602.
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Aromatherapy Certification


Mixing Essential Oils For Summer


Mixing Essential Oils For Autumn


Mixing Essential Oils For Winter

  • Nutmeg
  • Clove
  • Patchouli
  • Orange
  • Balsam Fir Needle
  • Lemon


Mixing Essential Oils For Spring

  • Verbena
  • Chamomile
  • Grapefruit
  • Tea Tree
  • Geranium
  • Clary Sage
  • Basil

Naturally Amy Essential Oils Benefits


Allergies - Tangerine

Anti-Fungal, Anti-Viral or Anti-Bacterial - Lemongrass, Lime, Ravensara, Rosewood

Anxiety and Depression - Blue Tansy, Clary Sage, Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosewood, Tangerine, Ylang Ylang

Aphrodisiac - Clary Sage, Lemongrass, Ravensara, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang

Breathing - Peppermint, Ravensara

Calming and Relaxing - Blue Tansy, Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosewood

Cellulite and Wrinkles - Lemongrass, Tangerine

Cell Regeneration - Tangerine

Children - Lavender, Lemongrass, Ravensara, Tangerine

Detox - Lavender

Digestion - Peppermint, Tangerine

Energy Enhancers - Clary Sage, Lime, Rosewood

Hair Health - Clary Sage, Tangerine, Ylang Ylang

Headaches and Migraines - Clary Sage, Lavender, Peppermint

Heart, Blood, and Lymphatic Circulation - Clary Sage, Lime, Ravensara, Tangerine, Ylang Ylang

Hormonal Balancing - Blue Tansy, Clary Sage, Lavender

Insect Repellent - Lemongrass, Peppermint

Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments, and Joints - Blue Tansy, Clary Sage, Lavender, Lime, Peppermint, Tangerine

Pain - Clary Sage, Peppermint

Reproductive Systems - Clary Sage, Ylang Ylang

Skin Health - Blue Tansy, Clary Sage, Lavender, Lime, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosewood

Sleep - Lavender, Ylang Ylang

Teeth and Gums - Lemongrass, Peppermint, Rosewood


In each Professional Aromatherapy Certification CEUs workshop, you'll easily learn...

  • profiles and benefits of the top eight essential oils for that season
  • Lymph Massage Oil. Eliminate Cellulite. Healthy, younger looking skin
  • in-depth profiles of the top 20 essential oils
  • master blending - mixing your own essential oils
  • make and take home:
    • an essential oil salt glow
    • sugar scrub
    • your personal inhaler
    • essential oil vapor spray
    • bath salts
    • roll-on with your favorite oils
    • foot souffle
    • Massage Therapy blend
    • Raindrop
    • Reflexology foot and hand cream
  • what specific essential oil relates to each system of the body
  • discover how to naturally treat health issues and stress
  • basic plant chemistry and historical use of medicinal plants
  • contraindications and safety
  • how to formulate your own line of aromatherapy products.
  • online training videos to support your learning.

You'll receive...

Tuition: $199 for 6 CEUS.


Phone or text me, Scott Coleman LMT at 407-617-6602. Or complete this simple Contact Form...


Aromatherapy Mixing Essential Oils For Summer
Professional Certification - 6 CEUs

  • appreciation of the art, historical use, science and plant chemistry of essential oils
  • become familiar with profiles of the top eight essential oils for summer
  • discover their specific therapeutic uses
  • practical, hands-on blending and mixing essential oils for massage therapy, natural roll-on perfume, body moisturizers, personal inhalers, sugar scrubs, foot souffle and more
  • gain knowledge of specific essential oils for each body system. Discover what oils are contraindicated
  • practical guidance on formulating your very own line of aromatherapy products in this massage therapy CEUs class


Aromatherapy Mixing Essential Oils For Autumn
Professional Certification - 6 CEUs

  • appreciation of the art, historical use, science and plant chemistry of essential oils
  • become familiar with profiles of the top eight essential oils for autumn
  • discover their specific therapeutic uses
  • practical, hands-on blending and mixing essential oils for massage therapy, natural roll-on perfume, body moisturizers, personal inhalers, sugar scrubs, foot souffle and more
  • gain knowledge of specific essential oils for each body system. Discover what oils are contraindicated
  • practical guidance on formulating your very own line of aromatherapy products in this massage therapy CEUs class


Aromatherapy Mixing Essential Oils For Winter
Professional Certification - 6 CEUs

  • appreciation of the art, historical use, science and plant chemistry of essential oils
  • become familiar with profiles of the top eight essential oils for winter
  • discover their specific therapeutic uses
  • practical, hands-on blending and mixing essential oils for massage therapy, natural roll-on perfume, body moisturizers, personal inhalers, sugar scrubs, foot souffle and more
  • gain knowledge of specific essential oils for each body system. Discover what oils are contraindicated
  • practical guidance on formulating your very own line of aromatherapy products in this massage therapy CEUs class


Aromatherapy Mixing Essential Oils For Spring
Professional Certification - 6 CEUs

  • appreciation of the art, historical use, science and plant chemistry of essential oils
  • become familiar with profiles of the top eight essential oils for spring
  • discover their specific therapeutic uses
  • practical, hands-on blending and mixing essential oils for massage therapy, natural roll-on perfume, body moisturizers, personal inhalers, sugar scrubs, foot souffle and more
  • gain knowledge of specific essential oils for each body system. Discover what oils are contraindicated
  • practical guidance on formulating your very own line of aromatherapy products in this massage therapy CEUs class


Holiday Blending Workshop. Aromatherapy Certification
November 6th. Sunday 2:00-4:00pm
Heather and Katie will be hosting a free event to show you how to blend aromatic treasures to scent your home for the holidays.
$20 suggested donation to cover the cost of materials.


Key West Wellness Retreat
November 10th to 13th.
Thursday –Sunday program: early bird registration $375
Join Katie, Donna and Nancy for a fun-filled retreat in paradise. Medicinal plant walks at historic gardens, yoga on the beach, nutrition and aromatherapy workshops and delicious vegetarian meals and organic wine tasting.


CosmicFlower Holiday Open House
December 1st. Thursday 5to 8pm
Katie is back in Orlando for the holidays and will be co-hosting this special event with Heather at the Winter Park office. Come and enjoy wine, appetizers, and receive special prices for massage gift certificates and aromatic treasures.
No charge to attend. Please RSVP in advance by completing this form...

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Our mission for this Aromatherapy Certification CEU class is to share the value and significance of aromatic plants, learn about the purest therapeutic-grade essential oils in our quest for health, healing, and happiness.

By discovering the secrets of these precious botanical substances; it is possible to heal our bodies, calm our minds and gain new appreciation for Mother Earth.

Click to discover The Essential Oil List for Mixing and Blending.

Little-known Ayurvedic essential oil blends and easy Aromatherapy recipes to balance Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Doshas.


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stylos: Book Review, Part 1: John MacArthur's "Because the Time is ...



Note: This is part one of a two part book review.

John MacArthur, Because the Time is Near: John MacArthur Explains the Book of Revelation (Chicago: Moody Publishers, 2007): 360 pp.

John MacArthur made waves at his March 2007 Shepherd’s Conference by preaching a message titled “Why Every Self-respecting Calvinist is a Premillennialist,” in which he insisted that “real” Calvinists will hold a premillennial eschatological view. This exposition of the book of Revelation in a popular, easy to read format also reflects MacArthur’s essential commitment to a premillennial, and more particularly dispensational, understanding of the doctrine of last things. The fact that it reflects MacArthur’s pre-tribulational, premillennial, dispensational views is evidenced by the back cover endorsements from Left Behind authors Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins. The reader finds, however, that a plain sense exposition of Revelation is actually hindered by MacArthur’s presuppositional commitment to his end times theological system.

Overview of Content

The brief introduction (pp. 7-14) lays out MacArthur’s hermeneutical commitments. He affirms the traditional view that John the Apostle is the author of Revelation. He advocates a later date for the book, during the reign of Domitian (c. 96 A. D.), rejecting the views of Preterists who advocate an early dating of the book as written during the reign of Nero (c. 68 A. D.).



Most significantly, he makes clear his adherence to the standard dispensational timeline: a pre-tribulational rapture of the church, a seven year period of tribulation, a “great tribulation” in the final three and a half years of the seven year tribulation period, the second coming of Christ, the battle of Armageddon, the thousand year earthly kingdom of Christ (the millennium), the great white throne judgement, unbelievers cast into the lake of fire, and the redeemed in a new heaven and new earth.


MacArthur is also particularly keen to insist that his exposition of Revelation will follow a strict “literal interpretation” rather than “an allegorical or spiritual approach” (p. 10). If one denies “the plain meaning of the text” then he quickly gets “lost in a maze of human invention” (p. 10). He outlines four main approaches to Revelation (preterist; historicist; idealist; and futurist), concluding that only the futurist view meets the criteria of literal interpretation. The preterist approach ignores the book as future prophecy. The historicist view too often resorts “to allegorizing the text” (p. 13). The idealist approach, likewise, reduces the book to “a collection of myths designed to convey spiritual truth” (p. 13). According to MacArthur only the futurist approach “takes the book’s meaning as God gave it” (p. 14). He prefers this “straightforward view” (p. 14).


With his interpretive rationale completed, MacArthur proceeds to a verse by verse exposition of the book. He breaks his study into three parts: Part 1 “The Things Which You Have Seen” (1:1-20); Part 2 “The Things Which Are” (2:1-3:22); Part 3 “The Things Which Will Take Place after This” (4:1-22:21).

Analysis

I found the most helpful sections of this book to be Part 2 in which MacArthur exposits the letters to the seven churches. The historical background information on the settings of the seven cities, for example, is filled with many fascinating insights that the preacher might mine for homiletical jewels. Progress in other sections of the book, however, is impeded by two steep obstacles: (1) the fact that MacArthur’s reading of Revelation superimposes his preconceived dispensationalism on the text; and (2) his inconsistent application of literalism.

The Problem of a Superimposed End Times Scheme

First, MacArthur’s analysis suffers from his insistence that Revelation must fit into his dispensational presuppositions. The dispensational scheme does not naturally emerge from the text, but it must be forced and superimposed over the text like an ill fitting article of clothing. MacArthur assumes a pre-tribulational rapture, for example, without ever explaining why the texts he cites (John 14:1-4; 1 Cor 15:51-54; 1 Thess 4:13-17; see p. 93) in support of this view might not merely be interpreted as the final and ultimate second coming of Christ. The primary text in Revelation itself he presents for the rapture is 3:10 (“I also will keep you from the hour of trial…”), but this is too heavy a burden to rest on such a slender limb. He makes repeated reference to the non-Biblical term “tribulation saints” without ever explaining why the reader should understand Revelation’s references to “saints” as referring to anything other than all believers of all ages. No such distinction is ever clearly made in the text, but it must be superimposed by presupposition. The seal, trumpet, and bowl judgements are likewise forced into the seven year tribulation scheme without direct textual support. MacArthur, further, claims that the fifth seal “marks the midpoint of the tribulation” but offers no clear text to support this claim (p. 132). He makes further reference to another term never actually found in Scripture, “the millennial kingdom.” He assumes the reestablishment of a “tribulation temple” and a millennial temple, only able to appeal to Ezekiel 40-48, since the text of Revelation contains no such straightforward teaching (see pp. 148, 180).



MacArthur’s insistence on acceptance of the dispensational grid leads to some odd interpretations that stray from plain sense readings. An example would be his interpretation of the marriage of the Lamb in 19:7-10. Rather than see both the bride and the wedding guests as representing all believers, MacArthur insists in making an artificial distinction between Christians. For him the honored place of the bride is reserved for “the church-age believers” while the guests are the Old Testament and tribulation saints (see p. 286). No such distinction is made directly in the text, and it is hard to imagine anyone coming to this conclusion who does not come with dispensational presuppositions.

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Big hair is a key weapon in a woman's arsenal of seduction. Lush, bouncy locks conjure up images of blown-out blondes such as Brigitte Bardot and Farrah Fawcett, and voluminous brunettes such as Angelina Jolie and Julia Roberts in "Pretty Woman." Big hair is sexy. Think you can make it work for you? Even the fine-haired girls can go big with a few simple styling tips. Does this Spark an idea?

    • For a big-hair look that's tousled and slightly imperfect (read: bedhead), you don't need to start with freshly shampooed locks. Work with your natural hair, whatever state it's in, and lift 2- to 4-inch pieces with a comb. Spray each piece with dry shampoo and let it dry. Once you've done your whole head, flip your head over and brush out. Use your fingers to arrange your hairdo. Dry shampoo can add volume to flat or fine hair.

      You can get instant, long-lasting volume with that staple of the 1980s: hairspray. Just flip your head over and direct the hair spray at your roots. Mist evenly, and don't over-spray, unless you want crunchy hair. Keep your head upside down for about a minute while the spray dries. Toss your head back and tousle your hair with your fingers (don't use a brush or comb; it'll break up the holding power of the spray).

    • Greasy roots are the antithesis of volume. However, well-conditioned hair will hold volume better without looking straw-like and frizzy. This means that you should deep condition a day or two before you're planning to wear your hair big. You'll get the moisturizing effects, but you won't risk letting a little residual oil spoil your big moment.

      When applying volumizing products, pay extra attention to your roots. Volume at the crown is how big hair gets noticed, and without a little help, most people's roots fall flat quickly. Work a volumizing mousse into the roots and spread the excess throughout the rest of your hair. You can even get a product designed specifically for root volume (try Jonathan Create Root Volume Brushable Lifting Spray™, available on sephora.com).

    • Use your curling iron or other heated curl tools to get classic, full body. After shampooing and working a volumizing mousse through your hair, blow your hair dry. With your curling iron, curl 2-inch sections of hair in random directions, starting at the ends and curling halfway up. Once you've curled a section, pin the curl to your head with a bobby pin so that it has a chance to cool. Undo all the bobby pins when you're finished, shake out the curls with your fingers, and spritz with a holding hairspray.

      Get the same amount of volume with less effort by using hot rollers. On dry hair, wrap 2-inch sections around each roller. When rollers have completely cooled (about 10 minutes), gently remove them and let your hair cool. If you want softer waves, break up the curls with a paddle brush or a shine-inducing boar's bristle brush. Set the style with a light mist of hair spray.

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Can't Taste or Smell Anymore - Ear, Nose & Throat - MedHelp

Tasteless, your Dr. Clarke is way ahead of the research, and has kicked it up a notch.  Up-to-date doctors know that antibiotics don’t work against sinusitis.  They’ve probably seen the research (Google: Mayo Clinic snot) that reveals that sinusitis isn’t a tissue infection—it’s the toxins from the infected snot that are irritating the sinuses, nose, and throat.   The cure for sinusitis is to remove the mucus, either with surgery (no way!) or to wash it out with saline solution.  Squirting saline up your nose doesn’t work (gravity), but 3 things do.  A) a neti pot, which is mildly effective;  B) Dr. Grossan’s Hydropulse, which is safe, much more effective, costs $100 ; or C)  The Flip-Turn Sinus Flush, which is slightly risky, completely effective, costs $5.  The risk is that you have to bend down in a shower, to use gravity, but it’s unsurpassed in its ability to flush out a fistful of snot, with any bacteria, virus, fungus, mold, chunks of gel, weird smells, blood, whatever, from every nook and cranny of your sinuses, and will restore the sinuses to full function in less than 2 weeks.  Read more in My Journal (friggy).

Well, where I am at, land of pagans and idol worshipers, (non christian folk) they comonly flush the sinuses. It is hard to hear your son wailing away while they are ramming on him with a vacum, and then they do the traditional back pounding routine, in an 18 month old! BUT it seems to work, he gets better really quick....  like I said, as a father it is hard to tolerate though.

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Color Trends in the Bedroom : Rooms : Home & Garden Television

Color trends in the bedroom are all about creating a personal space that expresses your innermost desires. For many of us, that means a retreat in which we can relax and rejuvenate.

"People want to simplify their lives, and we're seeing that trend reflected in color palettes for the bedroom and throughout the home," says Jack Bredenfoerder, president of the Color Marketing Group (CMG) (www.colormarketing.org), a not-for-profit international group of more than 1,100 designers who meet annually to forecast color trends in industries from fashion, to interior design, to automobiles. CMG predicts that the environment will also continue to play a big role in soothing shades for the bedroom that are borrowed from nature.

"These hues, especially shades of medium to dark browns, are perfect for the bedroom because they are nurturing and satisfying our souls," explains CMG's Bredenfoerder.

"Greens and browns are a classic combo that's very popular right now," says Seattle-based designer Nancy Satterberg. "It's a great combo for the bedroom because of the feeling of warmth. You want to feel cozy in your bedroom."

Satterberg warns you have to be careful to choose the right shades of green, because some shades aren't flattering to skin tone. "You want to choose something fresh and light, not too deep or saturated," the designer explains.

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