Pets

How to find reputable Shih Tzu breeders

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Although the prospect of breeding your own Shih Tzu is nice to imagine, impulsively buying them from the first Shih Tzu breeders you come across may not be. No one rules out the possibility that you can get discounts, or a good deal, when buying puppies from Shih Tzu breeders, but you need to make sure you buy from the legitimate ones. Legitimate breeders, those who breed dogs according to healthy breeding standards, are often part of breeding clubs. Such breeders can provide you with the puppies’ bloodline record and even the vaccinations and deworming sessions they have undergone.

For those who are really interested in specific dog breeds, legitimate breeders should be your first choice. There are stories of pet owners adopting purebred Shih Tzu from animal shelters and rescues, but that’s rare. If you plan to breed Shih Tzu puppies yourself, you have a better chance of finding that with Shih Tzu breeders than trying your luck with dog shelters. Shelters can sometimes have a few abandoned puppies that one could adopt, but most of the time they accept adult puppies that are abandoned, orphaned, stranded on the street cold, hungry, and homeless. Also, if you generally participate in dog shows, and you enroll your best dogs there, contacting a legitimate breeder increases your chances of your dog passing the show’s conformation standards.

Breeders from the legitimate line usually have references that you can verify. A trusted breeder will immediately offer you, when you interview them, their references that, of course, you can verify; They want you to see right away that they are not part of a profit-only puppy mill. They will also ask you many questions, mainly about your experience in raising the Shih Tzu breed. This is understandable: the breeder wants to know if you can really take care of the breed, and not just be able to buy them; It is a good policy that reduces the chances of selling dogs to the people who take care of them in the beginning and afterwards. neglect them.

A good home includes having a clean and sanitary space for the puppies, a family that understands the needs of this breed, an owner with the finances to bear the expenses (pet bedding, quality dog ​​food, check-ups, vaccinations, deworming sessions, etc.). medical procedures as needed, grooming paraphernalia, etc.) and a big heart to dedicate to raising the puppies. All of these are vital as this breed has its own share of health issues and a personality that makes training at home challenging.

Caring for this breed of small dog and the need to routinely take it outside (or to the designated area) can be time consuming. So now you understand why a breeder would ask you all those questions – you want to know if the dog or dogs will be in good hands. That choice and reluctance to simply earn a dollar are signs that you’ve found a good breeder.

Real Estate

UBI and MLK

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I find fascinating (in a kind of social experiment) the fanatical, er, passionate reactions I got from my FB “friends” when I posted President-elect Joe Biden’s “political tricks” on stimulus controls. I deliberately posted the comment on January 15 (MLK’s birthday). Why? MLK was a fierce defender of the Universal Basic Income (UBI) during his lifetime. In other words, we should receive at least 2K per month during the pandemic instead of the 2K proposed for a single year. Interestingly, other OECD countries are giving their citizens up to 7 thousand per month in UBI. As of December, Australian citizens have earned 24K since their cumulative UBI pandemic.

If you think in pennies, you get pennies! If you think in dollars, you get dollars!

Let’s not settle for hundred-dollar wine, five-cent wine, and ten-hundred wine. On the contrary, let’s go for the dollar wine! Don’t settle for a small change! Don’t sell yourself cheap! Don’t settle for less!

What would MLK have done?

He would advocate for an UBI as he fervently did during his lifetime.

With that said, get on the backs of Biden and the Democrat to live up to MLK’s dream in action, not just in words.

And for those of you who continue to call me a locked-in Republican, I raised and donated over $ 1K (public record / documented) to the Biden-Harris ticket. So I put my money where my mouth is … And I will handle your case the same way other interest groups do.

Yes, Biden-Harris and the Democrats can do more for the dying and suffering American people in the same way that MLK held JFK and LBJ accountable during their lifetime. And for his actions, he paid with his life.

I’m not MLK, but I won’t give in I will not break. I will never back down. I will never ever give up on my fellow Democrats (blue MAGAs) in highlighting the “political traps” of the Democrats.

The crunchiest wheel gets the most oil.

MLK took on LBJ even after the latter advanced through the Great Society. Unfortunately, nefarious forces killed MLK on the eve of its Great March on Washington, DC. He planned for both poor blacks and whites to march with him. And one of the pillars of the Long March was the UBI.

Happy MLK Day – Let’s not just celebrate it, let’s live it!

Shopping Product Reviews

Health benefits of oregano oil, the king of essential oils

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Oregano is a member of the mint family. The whole herb extract has more than 30 active compounds; the most active compounds are carvacrol and thymol. I consider oregano oil to be the king of essential oils due to its many beneficial healing properties.

Oregano oil is a powerful and effective antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, and even antioxidant.

You can help your body heal in many ways.

A team of British and Indian researchers found that oil of oregano is such a powerful antibacterial that it is more effective at killing MRSA than 18 other antibiotics (1)

Respiratory:

Oregano oil helps cure viral and bacterial infections like colds, sinusitis, bronchitis, and even staphylococcal pneumonia.

Mushrooms:

Oil of oregano can help kill Candida which is a yeast overgrowth in the gut and can also cure toenail fungus.

Parasites:

It is effective in eliminating the amoeba giardia in the gut, which is a microscopic parasite and even kills lice when applied topically.

Foodborne illnesses:

Oil of oregano can kill bacteria that cause food poisoning, such as e-coli, salmonella, and listeria.

Skin:

It helps heal contact dermatitis like skin rashes like poison ivy and helps relieve insect bites. You can even use it as a mosquito repellent. Just mix a few drops with a carrier oil like coconut oil and rub it in. It may smell like oregano, but it’s better than smelling like DEET, if you ask me!

Oil of oregano effectively cures cold sores and even acne.

Mouth:

Rinsing with a few drops of oregano oil mixed with coconut oil helps relieve gingivitis, dental infections, and bad breath caused by bacteria in the mouth. Shake the oils in your mouth for about 5 minutes, then spit them out and rinse. Never swallow the oil as it will be full of bacteria that you absorbed from your mouth.

Immune system:

Oregano oil is an antioxidant. It has been shown to increase levels of glutathione (3), which is the body’s master antioxidant that helps boost your immune system, eliminate toxins, eliminate free radicals, and increase energy levels.

Cancer:

Research has shown that oregano oil is even effective in inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. (two)

What Kind of Oil of Oregano Should I Get?

There are several types on the market, there are Spanish or Mexican oregano oils or cultivated oils, you don’t want those oils, they don’t have medicinal properties. There are standardized oils, and they usually won’t be good either because they usually have synthetic carvacrol added to them. You want to buy a wild Mediterranean brand, hand picked and steam distilled.

How is oregano oil used?

There are several ways to take oregano oil. You can rub a few drops with a carrier oil (i.e. coconut oil or olive oil) on the soles of your feet or on your chest if you have a respiratory illness. You can put a few drops under your tongue, which helps it enter the bloodstream faster, but it will burn! You can take oregano oil capsules and you can add 5 or 6 drops to some water and drink it. You can also mix a few drops with a carrier oil and apply topically to the various mentioned skin ailments.

Since good oregano oil is a food, it is safe to take it daily to maintain health. If you are taking large doses, you should also consider taking a good probiotic, as it can also kill some good bacteria in your gut.

Sources and references:

1) Medical News Today, November 2008

2) Pubmed, October 2014

3) Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, April 1991

Technology

Top 10 Squash Match Tips to Help You Become a Better Squash Player

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1. Keep your eyes on the ball –

Squash tip number one is not to take your eyes off the ball, the game is simply played too fast. Watch him while you play your shot, while your opponent goes to play his shot, and keep looking at the ball as it passes behind you, keep your eyes on the squash ball!

2. Hit a good length –

Don’t let your shots bounce around the midfield mark and feel good for a return. Send it to the back of the court and put pressure on your opponent. Forcing your opponent to the back of the court also limits your return options. Take note of where your opponent is hitting their shots, and if you’re not pushing them towards the back of the court most of the time, apply a little more pace or slightly increase the angle.

3. Stick to the walls –

As a general rule of thumb, play your shots on the line, sticking as close to the side wall as possible. Cross shots have their place in the game, but they open up all kinds of angles for your opponent, which carries a higher risk. Playing on the line and close to the wall will really limit your opponents’ return options, making your next move more predictable.

4. Keep moving –

Standing flat-footed waiting for your opponent’s return shot is unforgivable, and you will almost certainly be punished. Squash is all about anticipation and positioning, so you should always move to the best position to return your opponent’s shot. When you’re already in motion, you can also accelerate faster to move around the squash court. Try some practice exercises in the course to work on your movement and agility.

5. Play shortly after the duration –

If you are looking to take a short shot to the front of the court, first take a long shot to the back of the court. This sends your opponent to the back of the court, giving you the maximum distance to cover to reach your return. Think of it as taking control of the play and putting your opponent where they want him, before playing the killer shot.

6. Use the corners –

There are four corners of a squash court that you should always aim for on every shot. If you can get your shot too busy in any corner, your opponent will have a hard time playing an aggressive return, putting you in control of the point. For short shots from the front wall, also try to play from the side wall first, as this can greatly reduce the angle at which the ball returns to the court.

7. Stay positive –

Squash can quickly become a very frustrating game when things don’t go your way, but staying positive is crucial to turning things around. Forget about every bad shot and play the next point with confidence and positivity, as difficult as it sounds when you face it!

8. Master the ‘T’ –

To dominate a point, you must beat your opponent as much as it takes to beat him in play. The key to this is the ‘T’ in the center of the squash court, the dominant position to reach every corner of the court. Return to this area after each point and play shots that allow you to return to that area without blocking your opponent.

9. Volley –

Although technically riskier, a volley shot is much more aggressive and is likely to score a point if played correctly. This catches your opponent off guard and reduces their time to reposition, putting you in the driver’s seat immediately. Use it only when the opportunity presents itself, however, do not try to abuse the volley shot and make unforced errors.

10. Mix it up –

Being unpredictable in your shooting choice is crucial to gaining an advantage in a rally situation. Experienced players will predict the most obvious shots, so look for opportunities to mix them up and send them the wrong way – even surprise yourself once in a while!

Home Kitchen

Build delicate walls and floors with elegant hexagonal tiles

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It’s hard to believe that the simple hexagonal shape could be so attractive. A wide variety of color and material combinations, such as porcelain and natural stone, offer extensive options. Is it the traditional black and white hexagons that have been used for a century or more in America? The subway tiles are also equally famous. However, light colors are best for large indoor applications or the interiors would be short on gloss. What are the desired colors and materials for hexagonal tiles?

Black stainless steel hexagons are smart too, along with other monochrome ones like Odyssey and 3D Stainless Steel. For color enthusiasts, Carmello, Coastal Sand, and Honey Comb provide subdued tones that are quite appropriate for brightening confined spaces.

Perhaps glass tiles with their exotic appeal and glamor would bring joy and floods of light. The Urban Tapestry glass tile in black and white hexagons is really cool. Mosaics are extremely attractive with a combination of colors, materials, and patterns. Artistic designs are paramount in hexagons. Install a rich and fascinating environment for the senses suitable for both residences and offices. The hexagonal tile is really very versatile.

Interior designers and builders would help plan the walls and floors. In addition to mixing and matching tile patterns and materials, compare them to doors, windows, and furniture. Curtains, rugs, and light fixtures form the interior setting and dramatic contrasts would ignite the senses. Some may not want shocking contrasts, while others may prefer traditional soft looks.

Backsplash and Countertops

The durable and beautiful natural stone hexagonal tile would effectively adorn all your kitchen and bathroom backsplash and countertop needs. Clever combinations of hexagons with contrasting edges would create an elegant setting. The alternating multi-colored hexagons in stone create an aesthetic rainbow effect. Stains would hardly appear despite all the rough use. Also, they would be easily cleaned with soap and water. Why not use hexagons for bathroom floors, as they have been used for generations.

Silver Travertine 3 “Hexagon Honed would create a glossy effect, perhaps in contrast to white marble or bold colors. Rain Drop and Dark Shadow present fairytale effects between glass tiles to create ultimate fantasy. Emperor Light and Dark! they are truly sensational! shades, Cappuccino Cream is excellent. Mochachino is refreshingly different. Honey Onyx and Ancient Sky are other fabulous options. The pristine whites of Pearl Diamond and the Pietra Carrara hexagonal tile are sweet dreams.

Digital Marketing

Will the smartphone voters of the future vote for more free stuff that will bankrupt America?

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We seem to have a problem in the United States, namely, populist politicians who lean toward socialism on the political spectrum and who are willing to promise the American people what they want: to buy their votes with other people’s tax money. people. Maybe that’s why our Founding Fathers established a Republic instead of a pure democracy, but what happens in the future when voting is instantaneous and the “I want it now” crowd votes for their whims, desires and wishes in real time? ? Me-me-me-now-now-now – Let’s talk because this question came up in our think tank the other day when they discussed how to implement an instant voting smartphone app for the US elections.

You think of the notes from the tanker; “I agree that people would definitely vote for free stuff if they had the chance, but I think we could easily keep those votes out of the app. We could build the app so that the only time it can be used is during political creation When the government wants to carry out a poll or wants the United States to vote, they put the ballot in the application and that’s it. “

Yes, people, like all life, work to do the minimum and conserve energy, even in a complex system like the human one. So humans by default are to be lazy, in other words, greedy, and it is that innate trait and short-term thinking, the lack of economic knowledge that makes people vote for free stuff or vote to hire the government as a proxy. Robin Hood (thief) to rob them in their name, taking from a group and giving to their causes or themselves. I’m not sure we can solve that trend and still present an instant voting (instant gratification) plan to the masses as it will surely ruin the treasure, at least that’s what happened in the past. This is what happened in Venezuela, Argentina, Zimbabwe, and the PIIGS of the EU (Portugal, Italy (banks about to collapse now), Greece and Spain), right?

Yes, if we kept the ballot box or voted only for things that don’t cost money, maybe we could do that, of course, if it cost money, the amount should be clearly stated, the amount in increased taxes indicated, and not In other words, what Whether CBO, OMB, GAO estimated costs, triple them as that’s what always happens in hindsight, just like business plans must double investment costs and double ROI time, just to be in the right stadium. ? Any ideas on that reality check?

In fact, if it were only kept as a baseline survey tool, then yes, it could work, especially at the local level, keeping the government honest. And it would have to be done like “reverse 911” calls, not people going to a website, otherwise you’d be inundated with pure political groups and activists to support your agenda, and yes, “ALL politics is local”, but If it becomes too local for the group organizing the initiative, it will be abused immediately.

If all smartphones are called at once and people respond by text vote, only once per device and only after verification codes, similar to those used for mobile transactions, could it work, could it work? not? The incoming information from the polls would be clearly visible, including the way the question was asked, so it would be fully transparent and therefore better information for our elected representatives. What about the bureaucrats? Should they be allowed to use such a system as well? The FAA, SEC, DOJ, FCC, FBI, DOE, DOD, DHS, HHS, etc.?

More questions than answers: this system will be our future and the way in which it is implemented will determine the future strength of our Republic; stay tuned, the future will be exciting.

Business

Private Quarters Home Party Review

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A Private Quarters house party is a way for consultants to sell bedding to guests and friends. Comfort Consultants, as they are called, have the ability to earn host rewards and receive discounts based on the volume of sales made. These parties are similar to Avon and Tupperware parties where you would take product orders and, once received, distribute them to missions at a later date.

This marketing method from a direct sales company has proven effective for many years and should be no different for a house party in a private location. The goal is to get as many guests as possible to your home as often as possible to review the latest catalog of items for sale. Once you’ve been through what’s called your warm market and sphere of influence, many comfort consultants wonder how to continue to grow their business.

The house party business has typically been viewed as a belly-to-belly offline business. But as economic conditions deteriorate, many find themselves turning to the Internet for answers on how to grow a business they love. There is a way to use the Internet as an online and offline strategy to keep the house party full of guests.

One of those ways is by establishing meeting groups in your community. In this way, in essence, you take the business out of the home but still offer the perks of the home party. This should be done especially with people you don’t know yet. With the gathering group, you can set up an exclusive monthly gathering for your home party display and offer your products at that time.

Using the Internet will allow you to see if there are house parties in existing private rooms in your area and will show you how to set up the initial group. You can also use the Internet to establish a local presence on social networks such as Facebook. You can create a Facebook page for your area and invite your friends and encourage them to invite yours to the page for meeting updates, new catalog updates, and sales events.

When running a direct sales business, it is key to understand that offline strategies can be combined with the Internet to grow your business. The Internet is just one tool that must be used in business to grow. You can help the private room home party comfort consultant take your business to unimaginable heights.

Relationship

Why should children learn to cook? Check out these great reasons for kids to start cooking

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Children are more likely to eat what they prepare. By putting their own effort into their culinary creations, children will most likely eat their own creations because they are proud to have made them. In addition, they know what is in the food they eat and that helps them make healthier choices.

The increased self-esteem that comes from completing a project is priceless. Children learn real recipes and real life skills by preparing food. From planning projects, organizing, and choosing the right foods to making a plan to completion, cooking is a great way to learn these important life skills at a young age.

Children have the feeling that they are contributing to the family and the satisfaction of having helped do something for the whole family to enjoy.

Meanwhile, children learn more about proper nutrition and become more aware of the foods they put into their mouths. Plus, cooking and eating at home is fun, cheaper than eating out, and generally healthier, too. Kids can start out on a rainy day, as cooking or baking is a perfect activity indoors when the weather is bad outside. Start with simpler recipes or snacks, such as fresh fruit kabobs, keeping in mind the limitations for younger chefs. As children learn to prepare their own food and even breakfast and lunch, they will feel more secure with all kitchen appliances and utensils under adult supervision. This teamwork with a parent or sibling also fosters valuable family time and bonding. These are some of the good reasons for children to cook, enjoy cooking, and provide great-tasting, healthy foods for the whole family.

There are great instructional videos on the web to help kids get started, including a group of kids videos for kids at http://www.fitforafeast.com/kids_cooking.htm.

Gaming

The 10 best pencil and paper role-playing games

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Here’s a list of the top ten best pencil and paper RPGs of all time. Although there is no scientific way to prove the ‘best role-playing games‘Always, this list takes into account the general popularity of pen-and-paper RPGs since the industry was created.

10 – Gamma World – It’s a post-apocalyptic game, but not in the style of Mad Max. This game fits more in the style of a science and fantasy game. You could play with all kinds of random mutant creatures, in addition to playing with people who were mostly normal.

9 – Vampire the Masquerade – Some may argue which is the best World of Darkness product. But Vampire the Masquerade was the game that put White Wolf on the map. Vampire the Masquerade has also become the number one live action RPG in the world. Go LARP’ers!

8 – RuneQuest – This game was considered one of the ‘Big Three’ at some point. The big three are D&D, Traveler, and RuneQuest. It provided a different environment and system than other fantasy RPGs at the time.

7 – Champions – Although it may no longer be the most popular comic-themed RPG of all time, this game has been around since it was first published in 1981. The game laid the foundation for many other comic-related RPGs and superheroes.

6 – Tunnels and Trolls – Right after D&D it was T&T. Tunnels & Trolls was the second RPG ever created. The game was created as an alternate, and hopefully easier to play, version of Dungeons & Dragons.

5 – GURP – The generic universal role-play system is capable of adapting to any gaming environment. Any configuration you can think of has been created for the system. Its creator, Steve Jackson, is one of the best known game designers in the industry due to this game.

4 – Star Wars – Based on the movies of the same name, the Star Wars RPG was first created by West End Games using the d6 system. He eventually moved on to other companies and saw some playtime under the d20 system, and finally the Saga Edition. It is the first science fiction or space opera themed RPG due to George Lucas dominating the minds of nerds around the world.

3 – Traveler – Not as famous as his other space opera companion, Star Wars. This game, however, came out as an RPG system before the creation of George Lucas. Traveler was first created in 1977 and has been going strong ever since. The game is definitely considered one of the “original” RPGs.

2 – Call of Cthulhu – A unique entry in this list. This horror-based RPG is based on the works of HP Lovecraft. There really isn’t a comparable popular game on the market right now. Instead, different game companies have chosen to create Call of Cthulhu on a variety of different systems under a variety of different publishers.

1 – Dungeons and Dragons – The most famous pencil and paper RPG of all time. This fantasy game still dominates the market with all its various incarnations, from the original D&D to the fourth edition. D&D creators Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson are legends in the industry, as is the game itself.

Some people may disagree with the general placement of some of these games. Others may ask why certain games are even here. Why haven’t other games been included, such as Shadowrun, Robotech, Palladium Fantasy, Rifts, or many newer games? Well, they weren’t. This list was created by veteran players and they apparently had a bit of nostalgia in them. So what do you think of the list of best role-playing games forever?

Health Fitness

Less sugar consumption, better health and fitness

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If there is one thing you could change in your diet that would help you excel in your exercise and training activities, it would be limiting your daily sugar intake. Numerous studies have determined that, on average, we consume 40 to 50 teaspoons of sugar per day. So I measured out 45 teaspoons of sugar and was impressed by the size of the pile on the plate. I also went one step further and weighed that heap of sugar and it weighed 12.2 oz. (about 350 grams for my Canadian friends). In a month it would be 22.9 pounds of sugar. In one year it would be 274.8 pounds. I can’t imagine what that stack would look like.

As I understand it, when we consume sugar, our pancreas produces insulin which breaks it down, so it is adsorbed into the bloodstream and helps produce energy in our body. Two too much sugar and our insulin levels rise and that extra sugar turns into fat. So our bodies say: we cannot burn this excess fat, so we will have to store it. Around the waist it seems like a good place. Once that fat is stored, we all know how difficult it is to get rid of it.

Sugar is in almost everything we eat in one form or another. From tomato sauce to bread and milk, sugar is present under different names. It can be fructose, sucrose, high fructose corn syrup, glucose, or lactose in milk. Everything is sugar.

Some foods high in sugar are concentrated fruit juices, with orange at the top of the list. Also BBQ sauce, cookies and cakes, and fruit flavored yogurt. One of the worst foods, especially for children, is raisins. Not only are they very high in sugar, they stick between your teeth and can cause cavities. At 12 oz. can of soda can have up to 40 grams of sugar. I know someone is saying that they only drink diet sodas. That is even worse. But that’s another argument.

Be mindful of your daily sugar intake. One teaspoon of sugar equals approximately 4 grams. Read food labels to find out how many grams of sugar are in that product. Better to drink water to stay hydrated than to have one of those sports drinks. If you can burn off your sugar intake through your exercises and workouts, you will get faster results in achieving your fitness goals and your pancreas will thank you.