What to Look for in Luxury Apartment

If you have recently been dreaming of a life of luxury far from the trials of everyday life, then you might want to consider taking a look at what constitutes sophisticated living. 

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the desire to search further afield might seem commonplace amongst the people who are looking towards a hopeful future. 

Many aspects contribute towards making an apartment as luxurious as it can be, so if you feel like a change from the norm, here are some points you may find it helpful to look out for. 

The Surrounding Area

The location itself may be one of the largest variable factors when it comes to defining luxury. This might consist of the proximity to world-renowned monuments or wonders and busy shopping precincts, and fine dining options. 

With the ability to step out of your front door and experience the bustling popularity of your local area, you can start to visualize the finer points of your day. 

Amenities

If anything can say luxury, it is surely the access to a wide range of different amenities. This can include a pool, a gym,or a rooftop bar just waiting to be explored. 

Access to amenities can add immense value to an apartment while offering you an all-encompassing experience in your daily routine. 

You might like to check out the beautiful options available at arielsd.com for some insight into the class and style of a luxury apartment. 

Safety

Safety is an incredibly important subject when it comes to deciding where to live. This may be especially prevalent in today’s climate of societal uncertainty. Luxury living can mean the right to exist safely and securely on an everyday basis. 

Community

Having the chance to be part of a friendly and accepting community can contribute to the sense of luxurious living. A community that you are comfortable with can offer you support, friendship, and a strong sense of belonging. 

Taking the time to do some research in your desired location can help you gain insight into the details of the local neighborhood’s community, which might give you a good heads-up as to what to expect from your new residency.

Demand

A luxury apart can be spotted by its high demand, which is usually a good indicator for a fantastic investment opportunity on your behalf.

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The Design

Luxury design can feature a wide range of contemporary and classic styles, including large open-plan layouts with stunning windows that let in as much natural light as possible. 

It might also be good to look for an outside area, such as a balcony or a roof terrace, which can add a considerable amount of relaxation space. 

Subjectivity

Ultimately, the feeling of whether or not a property emanates a feeling of luxury and sophistication falls upon your own personal taste. You may look for a different aspect when it comes to making your final decision. However, it is important to note that you can take the time to lay down the foundations of your ideal luxurious home in the way that best suits you as an individual.

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Snowpiercer Isn’t a Disappointment

 

The World Outside Is Frozen Solid. The World Inside Is Heating Up. 

SNOWPIERCER: 

THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON

All Aboard The World’s Most Elite Train On January 26, 2021 

When the Blu-ray™ & DVD Become Available!

 

BURBANK, CA (October 20, 2020) Attention all passengers - the revolution is coming! Get ready for more secrets, plot twists, and reveals as Warner Bros Home Entertainment takes you on an epic journey with the release of “Snowpiercer: The Complete First Season” on Blu-ray and DVD on January 26, 2021. Strap yourself in for an exhilarating ride with all 10 episodes from the first season, plus enjoy the captivating extra features, behind-the-scenes interviews, featurettes, and more! “Snowpiercer: The Complete First Season” is priced to own at $24.98 SRP for the DVD and $29.98 SRP for the Blu-ray, which includes a Digital Copy. Both sets have an order due date of December 22, 2020. “Snowpiercer: The Complete First Season” is also available to own on Digital via purchase from digital retailers.

 

Set more than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, “Snowpiercer”centers on the remnants of humanity who inhabit a perpetually moving train, with 1001 cars, that circles the globe. Class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out in this riveting television adaptation. 

“In only its first season this insanely brilliant series, with incredible actors takes us through the ultimate journey of what could potentially be the aftermath of global warming,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, WBHE Senior Vice President, Originals, Animation & Family Marketing. “Get ready for the ride of a lifetime as you binge watch the entire first season on Digital, Blu-ray & DVD!”

Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel series and the film from Academy Award^®winner Bong Joon Ho (“Parasite”), the all-new series stars Academy Awardwinner Jennifer Connelly (“A Beautiful Mind”),  Grammy^® and Tony Award^® winner Daveed Diggs (“Hamilton,” “Black-ish”) Emmy^® nominee Alison Wright (“The Americans”), Mickey Sumner (“Frances Ha,” “Battle of the Sexes”), Susan Park (“Ghostbusters”), Iddo Goldberg (“Peaky Blinders,” “The Zookeeper's Wife”), Katie McGuinness (“Dirty Filthy Love”), Tony Award winner and Grammy nominee Lena Hall (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch”), Annalise Basso (“Bedtime Stories”), Sam Otto (“Jellyfish”), Roberto Urbina (“Narcos”), Sheila Vand (“Argo”) and Jaylin Fletcher (“Saturday Church”).

The series is executive produced by Graeme Manson, Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements, James Hawes, Matthew O’Connor, Ben Rosenblatt and Scott Derrickson, and the original film’s producers, including Bong Joon Ho, Miky Lee, Tae-sung Jeong, Park Chan-wook, Lee Tae-hun and Dooho Choi. The show is produced by Tomorrow Studios (a joint venture between Adelstein and ITV Studios), along with CJ Entertainment. ITV Studios handles international distribution.  Cable’s #1 new drama series, “Snowpiercer” season two will premiere Monday, January 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on TNT.

SPECIAL FEATURES 

• Overview
• Class Warfare
• Jennifer & Daveed – Behind The Scenes Interview
• The Train
• Behind the Curtain: Art of the Frozen World

10 ONE-HOUR EPISODES

1. First, The Weather Changed
2. Prepare to Brace
3. Access is Power
4. Without Their Power
5. Justice Never Boarded
6. Trouble Comes Sideways
7. The Universe Is Different
8. These Are His Revolutions 
9. The Train Demanded Blood
10. 994 Cars Long

DIGITAL

The first season of Snowpiercer is also available to own on Digital. Digital allows consumers to instantly stream and download all episodes to watch anywhere and anytime on their favorite devices. Digital is available from various retailers including Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play, Vudu, PlayStation, Xbox and others. A Digital Copy is also included in the U.S. with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs for redemption and cloud storage.

The 411:

My husband and I are huge fans of apocalyptic type shows. This is one we hadn’t watched yet so we were excited to see it. We needed a new show to binge watch and Snowpiercer has become a fast favorite.

The world is frozen so the earths last remaining 3000 people who were lucky ticket holders or snuck on the 1,001 car train now circle the earth dodging avalanches and each other. 

Starring Jennifer Connolly and Daveed Diggs. On episode 5 we are interested to see where it goes but wish it had a little more of the movie. The tallies are a ragtag group working together to survive while the first class passengers are a snobbish bunch. So far we love it and cannot wait to watch the rebellion get a fair and balanced life aboard the train. Why wouldn’t the passengers be interested in meeting new people after dealing with the same 3000 people for all these years?

I know season 2 just started and I need to get moving so I can be up to speed and my Daveed crush is in full effect.

Check it out and if you want to watch the movie Snowpiercer with Chris Evan’s it is on Netflix so you can compare the movie to the show. 

See it on Prime and the Season 2 on TNT

 

BASICS

Street Date: January 26, 2021

Order Due Date: December 22, 2020

BD and DVD Presented in 16x9 widescreen format

Running Time: Feature: Approx 440 min

Enhanced Content: Approx 20 min 

DVD 

Price: $24.98 SRP

3-Discs (3 DVD-9s)

Audio – English (5.1)

Subtitles – English SDH

UPC# 883929723768

Catalog# 1000778531

BLU-RAY 

Price: $29.98 SRP

2-Discs (2 BD-50s)

Audio – DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 – English

BD Subtitles – English SDH

UPC# 883929723775

Catalog# 1000778532

 

About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Inc.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution and interactive entertainment businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. An industry leader since its inception, WBHE oversees the global distribution of content through packaged goods (Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD) and digital media in the form of electronic sell-through and video-on-demand via cable, satellite, online and mobile channels, and is a significant developer and publisher for console and online video game titles worldwide. WBHE distributes its product through third party retail partners and licensees.

About TNT

TNT, a WarnerMedia brand, is watched by more people than any other cable network and known for big, lean-forward television that gives viewers the best seat in the house for electrifying stories, dynamic characters and thrilling events. TNT is home to some of television's most popular original series including ”Snowpiercer,” ”The Alienist: The Angel of Darkness,” “Animal Kingdom” and ”Claws.” TNT is expanding its programming to include premium unscripted with the docuseries ”ShaqLife.” TNT also presents popular shows such as ”Bones” and ”Castle,” in addition to primetime specials and sports coverage, including the NBA and NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championships and the professional wrestling league All Elite Wrestling (AEW), which has exploded onto the scene with “AEW Dynamite,” premiering as the night’s #1 wrestling show. Website: www.tntdrama.com 

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary priduct for my honest opinion. No monetary compensation was offered.

Five Surefire Ways to Improve Your Body

 

The human body is just like a machine, except that it is one that has an infinite potential for improvement and modification. Through implementing a variety of different measures, you can find ways to become a better person both physically and mentally. This guide runs through five great ways to improve your body, resulting in a far healthier lifestyle. Read on below for five brilliant tips that will help turn your body into a sacred temple. 

 

Botox

 

A botox injection can quickly provide multiple benefits for anyone who chooses to have the treatment. If you feel your face is aging, with wrinkles appearing on your skin, a botox treatment can restore your face's youthful appearance. It also has medical uses as well, being used to treat neck spasms, excessive sweatingand lazy eye and preventing migraines. If you are looking for a great facility that offers botox treatments,then the San Diego-based company SDBotox is your best bet. 

 

Exercise

 

Exercise is a great daily activity that can increase your health and mental well-being at the same time. It can come in many forms, all the way from visiting a gym and having a vigorous workout to simply trying to hit 10,000 steps a day through walking. In order to easily track your progress, you can either download an app on your phone or buy some wearable tech. This way you can gamify your different targets, which will result in an immense feeling of satisfaction when you hit your different targets. 

 

Waxing

 

Whether it is to look more beautiful for your partner, or to get rid of nasty spots on your body, waxing can help your skin feel smooth and clean. This is often a great choice for people who have problem using razors, especially in more intimate and sensitive parts of the body such as the genital area. With regular waxing, the roots of your hair are taken out, leading it to regrow much smoother and thinner. 

 

Facials

 

If your skin is feeling dry or irritated, a facial treatment might be the right choice for you. They can have medical benefits, including treating blemishes, acne or hyperpigmentation; as well as mental health benefits such as relieving stress and creating a sense of calm. Like a more natural version of a botox treatment, it can also reduce the signs of aging and make your skin feel a whole lot smoother, maintain your skin tone, and remove both nasty whiteheads and blackheads. 

 

Massage  

 

Massages have a whole host of medical, physical and mental benefits. The primary one is to create a relaxing environment and relieve stress, as well as reduce tension on different parts of the body. After a massage, youwill feel reduced muscle tension, better blood circulation, better joint mobility, better skin tone, and a reduction in anxiety. 

 

There are a wide variety of different massages one can get, from physiotherapeutic treatments to pure pleasure massages. Find the right one for you that matches your specific needs.  

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The Girl From The Attic by Marie Prins

 

The 411:

I loved this book that was nothing like Coraline but reminded me of it because our main character Maddy travels between two worlds through an attic door thanks to the help of a black cat.  After moving into a new home with her very pregnant mother and stepdad Dan. Maddy is feeling all kinds of emotions about her parents not being together, her father left her and her own feelings about her stepfather.  She is an angry tween and when she finds a door that leads her to the very house she is living on except 100 years ago, she learns a thing or two about how difficult life could really be. 

While Dan is working he leaves Maddy in charge of taking care of her mom but she forgoes all chores or any assistance to her mom to venture into the past and meet a boy named Clare who spends his life helping his family because that is what you do! It is what he knows and he cannot understand why Maddy wouldn't want to help and she doesn't understand why he spends all his time helping out. Clare has a sick sister who is dying of consumption (Tuberculosis). Maddy has an idea to help him make money to help his sister.  

I found it very interesting that she was so helpful in the past but in her own life where she is needed ran off constantly instead of helping her mom but she would never have come received the lessons necessary to grow as a person and come to terms with why she feels as she does when it comes to her stepfather. 

Good story and I think this would be a great read for a middle school English class to dissect and learn from. Who are we really? Who do we want the world to see us as?  What lessons or experiences will help us better understand the world around us and why things may be a certain way.  Sometimes it is not about us, there are reasons for everything and communication helps us understand. If Maddy had spoke to her mother or even her stepdad about how she was feeling maybe she would have had a better understanding of things but I think sometimes we need to go through a difficult time for us to open our eyes.  

Well written and very interesting. I loved the ending and found it very sweet!  Would definitely recommend.

How to Improve the Welfare of Your Livestock

 

Throughout the last several decades, the livestock and agricultural industries have seen their fair share of changes and development. With technological advancements and scientific breakthroughs in research, farmers and livestock producers have more information at their disposal than ever before. That being said, sifting through such information to find the right practices that you should be implementing with your own livestock can be a challenge.

 

Essentially, every farmer and producer of livestock should be making the best decisions for their personal situation. Those decisions should ultimately be based on how improvements in the welfare of livestock can be made. With healthier, happier livestock, you can hope to bring about higher production levels and better overall products.

 

If you are currently looking for ways to improve your livestock's welfare, here are a few things that you should consider doing.

 

Evaluate Your Feed

 

The health and welfare of your livestock will be heavily affected by the type of feed you opt for. While it had been common practice to go with feed options that contain synthetic elements in the past, more modern insights have demonstrated that such synthetic products can have negative long-term effects on the health and wellbeing of livestock.

 

With that in mind, if it has been a while since you have evaluated the feed that you supply to your livestock, now is the time to do so. By making a switch from harmful synthetic feed to feed that is made from purely natural ingredients and components, you can greatly improve the welfare of your livestock.

 

Another benefit to going this route involves the costs associated with the feed that you provide your livestock. While synthetic products have long been touted as the more cost-effective option for livestock producers, there are now some excellent options on the market that are just as cost-effective as they are healthy for your livestock.

 

Adopt More Humane Methods

 

There is a great deal of scientific research to back up the claim that the more humanely livestock is treated, the better your resulting products will be in the end. With this in mind, you could stand to benefit a great deal from consulting with a livestock welfare expert to uncover new ways in which you can promote the humane care of your livestock.

 

By implementing certain ethical farming practices, you can vastly improve the welfare of your animals. For instance, reducing the amount of time that your livestock is in close confinement and providing conditions that are more conducive to your animals behaving more naturally can go a long way to improving their overall wellbeing. 

 

It is also important to note that such changes while costing a bit upfront, can end up reducing the costs of managing and maintaining your livestock in the long run. With happier livestock and reduced costs, you can find yourself in a much better position in the future. Hopefully these tips have helped to give you some ideas on improving the welfare of your livestock.

3 Ways To Reduce Heavy Workloads on Small Farms

While the general public may not recognize it, owning and managing a small farm is a lot of work. The mathematical and logistical problems involved are difficult to comprehend, and most do not realize that these problems exist. Here are three ways to help lessen your workload on your small farm.

1. Consulting

There are so many variables to keep track of that it can be impossible to account for them all yourself. In this situation, it is helpful to hire a consultant. For example, cattle breeding consulting is useful when you have so many different cows and bulls with so many different traits that you want to make sure you do not overlook anything.

2. Outsource

If you want to save money by avoiding hiring another employee, it is always helpful to outsource and delegate your work. Since a lot of the menial work on a farm is unskilled labor, teenagers and young adults from your local area will likely be willing to perform cheap labor with little training needed. Otherwise, freelance workers and agencies for all kinds of work are always available.

3. Feeding

A large chunk of your time is spent feeding livestock, but if you learn how to alter your feeding schedule, you can significantly reduce that time. Once a day feeding is a popular option that only requires you to fill feeding troughs once every day, but that can lead to livestock overeating or undereating. You have to be prepared for the changes your livestock will experience as a result.

With spring comes a heavy workload, but that inevitability does not have to mean the end of your sanity and relaxation time. As long as you prepare for your increased workload by organizing freelancers and altering feeding patterns, you will make it through the spring with minimal blows to your stress levels.

Horror Fans! You Better Not Shout, You Better Not Cry! Toys of Terror NOW on Digital & My Review

 

The 411:

I base all movie reviews I watch with my husband on whether or not he takes his eyes off his laptop and while watching Toys Of Terror he totally watched this movie never getting to his homework and that says a lot. Usually the TV is on as background noise while he does his homework and he has to get it done! He works all day and goes to college at night. He does not have time to watch TV but I received a copy and was dying to watch Toys of Terror.

OK...let's jump in. Toys of Terror wasn't award winning, there was a ton of loop holes for me. A blended family are going away for Christmas to a home they bought so they can flip it. It is literally a mansion and so much better then the house they are currently living in so flip the other house and move into this one. We also never see them working on flipping anything and only know this because when they arrive at the house. all the family including the nanny, are standing in a row staring at the house while the camera takes a long shot of their profiles as they discuss the house and we learn more.

The house is huge and their is a caretaker staying their as well. The mom knows this home was once a children's hospital and her step daughter and nanny research the home to find out the history. 

The smaller children find a chest of old toys which eventually come to life and have an agenda of their own. A fuzzy bee, a flying dragon with a rider, a car, a monkey, a mask and more.  The toys seem to be changing the children or are they? t

There was so much to find hocky about the movie. 

The flying bee who suffocates the caretaker

The scene where the kids wake for Christmas and the toys teach them that crappy presents like clothing should be thrown in the fireplace. 

The dance sequence! 

The caregiver who thinks the kids have gone up to the 3rd floor and are hiding under the tinniest piece of paper and so many other instances 

The scene where the toys try to toss the nanny of the railing. 

The little sock the nanny find and the bassinette. This scene made no sense to me. Apparently the nanny lost a baby. Is the sock to remind her? Is her baby there? Is someone trying to drive her mad? I have no idea.  There were so many moments I was scratching my head but in the end people die and one is left there to take care of the kids forever with them reading to the children of the hospital in the lit living room while the camera pulls out past the outside of the home, the living room light goes out. 

All in all I love this movie and would totally watch it again and plan on it!

My Life In Pictures - Sept 1 - Sept 7, 2020

September 1 - My girl and I went glamping with some friends who were kind enough to invite us to go with her and her kids. It was a nice time away doing something different with my daughter. We had a great time being unplugged and hanging with her and her kids.

September 2 - My girl and I hanging in our bedroom of the cabin! Small but cosy!

September 3 - NADA

September 4 -  My deck lanterns are some of my favorite things to take photos of.

September 4 -Sometimes I need to take photos of myself. I do not like this photo. My hair is strange. My eyebrows so need help and my skin looks so dry and aged but I like my eye color so  photo was necessary. Sometimes we are so hard on ourselves. Always find something you like about yourself. It is important for your soul and we are our own worst critic. 

September 6 - NADA

September 7 - This skeleton looks so weird. Not even sure why we took this photo. 

How I Handle Stress In My Life And How It Can Help You Too

 

I am not so self important to think this is the only way there is to handle anything. I know only what works for me and maybe it will be what works for you too!

Today I was extremely angry at work. Something happened that made me angry! So angry! I am not someone who gets angry so if I am pissed, it has to be something big! I was down right pissed feeling completely disrespected and confused. Unsure as to why someone would go out of their way to make things difficult.  Instead of being pissed and talking or spreading the gossip around I went straight to my boss to discuss it openly and honestly in a very, I hope,  relaxed manner.  I am a firm believer in talking to the person who can fix things or can make a difference. Whenever a co-worker complains to me over work, I always tell them to talk to the boss. I cannot help, if you want real changes go to your boss or in other cases the source that can help you, sometimes that would be the person causing your stress. 

As I have got older I try to handle things that bother me head on. I see no reason to not discuss the unsaid. I do not want to waste time focusing on things I have no control over NOR do I want to try to make everyone happy. 

Stressors will always be there. Some big, some small.  Most of the time I can let stuff roll of my back, today was not one of those days. 

Feeling so angry that I couldn't even sit down while I ate lunch I decided that if I waited I would burst and it wouldn't be good, I decided to walk into my bosses office and just let it out. 

Thankfully she said all the things I needed to hear at that moment. She was calm, collected, understanding and made me feel like what I was saying mattered and was just. This doesn't mean she truly believes I am 100 percent right but she balanced my emotions enough that I could get through my day without feeling stressed or ready to confront the person who had a problem with me. 

When you are feeling stress. Make sure you understand why you are feeling it. Are you feeling it because you are embarrassed, guilty, disrespected? Does the other person fight fair? What is the agenda? Make sure you are not fighting back to belittle or be a step up. Try to understand where the other person is coming from, talk to the person, the source of your stress.  If you are not feeling better after talking to someone, anyone, regroup and figure out if you truly know why you are stressed. We are too old to say, I don't know why I am sad, upset, depressed or whatever. Deep down we all truly know. We may not be able to say it or sometimes even put it into words for others but we know! 

Do not allow yourself to be consumed by stress, you are worth peace and finding the outlet that allows you to release your negative thoughts is the most important thing you can do for yourself when feeling stress. 

Stress or anxiety effects us in so many ways. It not only makes us exhausted but also can contribute to help problems such as obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease, headaches, insomnia and so much more. 

With everything we are all dealing with these days the last thing you need is more stress. Do not go it alone. I have always found that talking it over is truly the best thing and today confirms this! 

If you need to talk, talk. There will always be someone willing to listen and if you can't I am here too! I may not be able to help but sometimes just getting it off your chest makes all the difference.

Peace be with you!

My Life In Pictures Aug 23 - Aug 31

 August 23 - My teens room. We painted this room when I was pregnant with my son 18 years ago now. IT was sponge painted to go with the border my husband picked out after I mentioned I wanted to do sun, moon and stars mixed with Noah's Ark. When my daughter turned 13 I figured she would want to repaint. When given the option she told me no, that she could never paint over this paint, this is her childhood and knowing we had painted it made her happy. She embraced our theme and loved it. Her room is tiny and has a ton of things in it but she manages to make it work. 

August 24 - We cat sit for friends and this year they brought us back some salt water taffy which was delicious. This little box had so much taffy I was able to share it with my coworkers

August 25 - NADA

August 26- My daughter's friend Tony has been in her grade since Kindergarten. They become friends in the 4th or 5th grade and she considers him one of her best. What I love about their relationship is that they are real friends. Neither has an interest in the other and they can be very much themselves with each other. She is not shy or awkward around him. He is one of the funniest people I know and if I could have him hang out with us everyday I would be okay with that. Whenever I think she needs to hang with a friend I offer to pick up Tony! 

August 26- 27 - NADA

August 28 - My daughter took this because she said it was the first time she was waiting on a train to pass by. I am sure it has happened before this but she insists. It is however the only photo I have to share for this day.

August 29 - NADA

August 30 -  Window shopping with my girl. She does love her Jack!

August 31 - Jinxy!