SPA SKIN CARE

Lavender Body Scrub

Things u need:

A bathtub

2-3 drops of lavender oil

1/2 cup sea salt

2-3 tbsp of any massage oil

A good shampoo n conditioner

2 tsp liquid chocolate

Nail filer

Cuticle cream

2-3 tsp turmeric powder mixed with 1 tbsp rose water

Foot scrubber

A good body lotion

How to do it:

Light some candles & fill ur tub with hot water. Put 2-3 drops of essential oil n some of the sea salt. Mix the rest of the salt with the massage oil n apply it all over the body.

Keep for 15-20 minutes n relax. Then wash off.

Next, shampoo ur hair n apply the conditioner mixed with a little chocolate; massage gently into the roots n tuck ur hair under a shower cap. While u wait for ur hair to heal, file ur nails n put the cuticle cream on ur cuticles. Then clean ur face with the turmeric mix.

Now just slip into the tub full of warm water. Relax n soak for 10-20 minutes. While u r in the tub, give ur feet a nice scrub. After finishing, wipe urself semi-dry n lather on a lot of hand n body lotion.

RECIPE CORNER

Midnight Delight (Pudding)

Ingredients:

Custard Powder 2tbsp

Water 2cups

Apple or Pear or both

Cardamom Powder a pinch

Sugar 4tbsp

Cream 100gms

Vanilla essence (optional)

Lime juice 1tsp

Method:

Boil water & sugar till sugar melts, add cardamom powder & lime juice to it. Add custard powder mixed with a little water so that it forms paste to it. Dip fruits for a second in the boiling lime & sugar water. Before adding the custard powder mixture set the fruits in a fancy bowl & pour this mixture on it. Keep it in a fridge to set. Whip the cream & pour it on the set mixture.

HAIR CARE

Everyone wants beautiful hair that are shiny n healthy. So hair care is must. When the ageing process starts, hair also start loosing their shine. Hair starts to get dry day by day.If u take care of ur hair a little bit then u can maintain their beauty forever.

Here are some tips for hair care:

• If u have oily hair then u have to use mild shampoo.



• For healthy hair always take healthy diet otherwise ur hair will lost its glow.



• Also include fruits in ur diet.



• Add lemon juice to 1 cup curd n apply on ur hair. U will surely get shiny hair.



• Always give a massage to ur hair every week. This will relax u as well as make ur hair strong.



• Use right shampoo for ur hair.



• For shiny n soft hair apply mustard oil mixed with lemon juice on ur hair.



• To maintain balance of ur hair always do conditioning. For deep conditioning apply curd for 1/2 an hour, it will maintain ph of ur hair.



• Whenever u get free time slowly massage ur hair with ur fingers.



• Coconut oil is also good for hair.



• Also include green vegetables in ur diet.



• Use baby oil to massage ur hair. Baby oil provides softness n shine to hair.



• Don't use strong fragrant oil for hair.



• Don't try out different hair oils stick to one best hair oil.



• Every type of hair needs conditioning as it protects hair from sun's UV rays n also from pollution.

STYLE MANTRA

Style is not to be copy cats but its to carry urself comfortably. Always try to look simple. There is no need to do hard work for looking smart. If u look simple or sober then u will look more beautiful. As we say in India

"Khoobsurati sadgi mein he hai"

(it means simplicity look more beautiful)

Mix n Match

U should know the art of mix n match . When it's a matter of dress n accessories, contrast look s good. Like with actual dress, classic accessories look nice. Otherwise there is no rule for mi9x n match. But in reality which is different from ordinary is a centre of attraction & that's the style.

Footwear

Ur footwear plays a vital role in making u look attractive. High heels make u look smart . Don't think what other will say. High heel footwear not only make ur posture look good but also this will change ur personality. Generally people think who's gonna see their foot but its not like that. If u r going on shopping for ur footwear try to opt for branded ones. Don't ever try to wear heel more than 4" as it will be uncomfortable for u, it also effects ur posture & u will become a part of fun for others.

Style is Costly

Some people think that style is costly. In reality its not how much u spend on ur looks but how u find alternatives for costly things.

Something Different

• Like rings made of mixed metal or stones will look more attractive.


• Try to design any dress with pearls n stone urself at home.


• Choose a footwear with silver n golden straps.

RECIPE CORNER

Bread kababs

Ingredients:

8 bread slices(soak n squeeze out of water)

3 tbsp sour curd

2 tbsp rice flour

1 onion (finely chopped)

1 carrot (finely chopped)

1 cup coriander n mint leaves

2 green chillies (slit finely)

A pinch of cooking soda

A piece of ginger

Salt to taste

Method:

1. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients to make a firm dough.

2. Shape into small cones n deep fry till golden brown.

SPA SKIN CARE

Papaya Body Scrub

Things u need:

*1 small ripe papaya

*50g grain powder

*50g rice powder

*50g sea salt

*50ml honey

*100ml milk or curd

How to do it:

Mash the papaya in a grinder n mix with all the other ingredients except for the milk n curd. Blend well with hand. Now steam ur body with a portable home steamer or simply have a hot bath.

Apply the mixture all over ur body, covering each n every part from face to toe. Then lie down on a plastic sheet for 20 minutes.

Next, take the milk or curd n apply carefully on each body part, scrubbing the area gently in circular movements. U can also use a soft loofah for scrubbing ur skin. When finished take another warm, thorough shower. Wipe off the excess moisture n apply body lotion all over when ur skin is still a little wet.

Enjoy clean n smooth skin.

source: Femina Believe

HOME SWEET HOME

The Perfect Wardrobe

*Keep all the daily use items like t-shirts, jeans n other clothes on the lower shelf.

*Store winter clothes on higher shelves with moth balls .

*A stainless steel masala box with several small bowls works well for clips & jewellery.

Dress Your Walls

*A neutral room look cosy by adding splashes of warm red & orange through furnishing & upholstery.

*Furnishing that stand out sharply against wall colour as to draw attention away from neutral walls.

Remove Clutter

*Colourful basket made of jute are perfect solution for the clutter lying here n there. U can keep children's toy , papers, magazine,towels etc..

*They r flexible, cheap n u can carry them in any season.

Organised Bathroom

*Make a list of everyday items that can be used.

*Arrange the items in containers by the type like hair products, cosmetics, towels etc.

Indoor Garden

*To add freshness choose a variety of indoor plants like spider plants & asparagus ferns, display them attractively in terracotta pots.

*To display these plants window sills r interesting spots.

Be Trendy

*Try out for some trendy accessories such as cushions, curtains, carpets etc.

*Choose colours like yellow or flowering patterns n also try to arrange small items on a coffee table.

STYLE MANTRA

Everyone wants to be a style icon. A smart gal knows how to be the head of curve. Fashion changes in every season, u should know how to put together the style tweaks in ur wardrobe to present urself modern n stylish.

#Choose a Perfect Designer:

The role of the designer is very important to make u look stylish. So always choose a designer who knows what's your taste. Designer designs dresses taking in account ur figure. He is the one who will tell u which colour will suits u , in which stuff u will look slim, tall n beautiful. And above all u can tell him what type of dresses u like .

#Smart Accessories:

Accessories can make u look more stylish. Like handbags, stiletto, scarf, belts etc. can make u noticeable. Accessories will also help u to give new look. If u r wearing a beautiful accessory with simple dress that can also make u centre of attraction. For example if u r wearing a heavy necklace, don't wear big earrings with that .

RECIPE CORNER

Vegetable-Au-Gratin

Ingredients:

50 gms french beans(finely chopped)

100gms carrots(finely chopped)

2 large potatoes(sliced)

3 large stiff tomatoes(sliced)

2 large capsicum(sliced)

1 large onion(sliced)

1/2 cup mushrooms(chopped)

1 cup white sauce

salt & black pepper(to taste)

2 tbsp bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated cheese
1 tsp butter

Method:

1. In a microwave safe bowl, microwave butter at 100% power for 30 secs.

2. Line all sliced & chopped vegetables (except tomatoes n mushrooms) in layers. Add white sauce & microwave (covered) at 100% power for 5-6 mins.

3. Add chopped mushrooms, sliced tomatoes, salt n pepper. Microwave (covered) at 100% power for 2 mins.

4. Sprinkle grated cheese & bread crumbs at the top. Bake in the preheated oven at 250 degree centigrade for 10-15 mins on the low rack.

5. Serve hot with dips/sauces.

TIPS TO KEEP WHITE IN GOOD SHAPE

White is a perfect shade for summers. It gives cool & relaxing appeal. So here r some tips to keep ur white actually white....

*Hot water keeps clothes white. Use the hottest water the fabric can withstand. Give a look at the instructions on the garments.

*Do not wash white clothes with coloured ones.

*Too much detergent can lead to unwanted deposits. So rinse ur clothes properly.

*If u get the supply of hard water, then use an additive to soften the water. An easy way is to add 1/2 cup of white vinegar to the water used for the last rinse.

*Do not use chlorine bleach for white fabric as it will discolour ur white n make the fabric weak.

*Try adding 250gms of 3percent hydrogen peroxide to ur wash. This solution is generally available at all pharmacies.

*Add 1/2 cup lemon juice to the rinse cycle of ur washing machine (medium load) or

to the last rinse if hand washing.

*For dirty rings around the collars of a shirt, squirt some shampoo onto the area & rub it in with a nail brush before washing. U can also try rubbing baking soda or white chalk

*Dry pure cotton whites in the sun they will acquire a clean shine.

BONDED FOREVER

Love Unconditionally

Love always demand sacrifice. One can enjoy martial happiness if he/ she have a kind of self-sacrificing or putting the interest of other person before his own interest. If ur love goes beyond flower, chocolates, hearts, candy boxes then ur love is going to make in the long run. Unconditional love is given without defining any parameters. Those who love unconditionally always want the best for their loved ones. They will allow them to be free to seek what will truly make them happy.

When u love someone unconditionally then such things like give n take never arises. Its always about being happy with ur loved one. And when we start putting our partners interest before our own interest then this will create a positive cycle & it will encourage ur partner to do the same, therefore builds a truly happy relationship.

PARENTING

Developing Happy Behaviour

A Child's heart is just like a blank page, u can write anything on it. So its important that first of all we change our attitude. Like if he notices ur each & every little thing then it can be harmful for him. Here i am giving tips to create a well behaviour in ur child..

# Make them Self Dependent:

Generally mothers love n pamper their child a lot that's why she tries to do all sort of work for them. Like making them eat with her hands so that the child don't get dirty. If the child is not doing his homework then she do it for him. And such things prevents him to take interest in the activities which r to be performed by him. According to child specialists child should be allowed to do his own work. And slowly he become self dependent.

#Do not Neglect their Mistakes:

If the child is telling a lie, don't neglect it. If he speaks unkind words, then with love try to make him understand that such words should not be spoken. For example if one day he brought a pencil of another student then he should be taught to return it the very next day. With this he will be able to differentiate between good n bad.

#Make him disciplined:

A child should learn to be disciplined. Instead of throwing his belongings here n there he should learn to keep them on their place. When u r visiting ur friend or relative he should not try to touch the things without their permission. There should be proper management of the time for playing, studying n watching t.v. Those children who were disciplined from their childhood are emotionally very strong.

#Allow them to make friends:

According to child specialists if a child is allowed to play with other children then this will develop a sense of friendship inside him. In future this feeling helps them to be good citizens.

#Love them a lot:

If u r expecting for the second time, it doesn't mean that u stop loving ur elder kid. Birth of second child create insecurity for the first child as the centre of attraction is the second baby. And in that way the elder child starts to feel alone n sad. That's why his mood starts to swing n make him full of anger. So at that time he wants more love.

#Carefully Listen him:

When a child starts going to school, he gets a new atmosphere. And he wants to share his happiness n sadness with his parents. If u tell him that i don't have time to listen to u then he will start feeling alone. According to child specialists u should try to listen ur child carefully n give him reply also.

Happy Parenting

DINING TABLE SETTINGS

Quick Ideas for Setting your Table

*Fresh bright coloured flowers always give the dining table setting an instant perk up

*The centre piece should not be so large. Guests should not have to strain over the centrepiece to make conversation.

*Avoid strongly scented flowers as they interfere with the food smells.

*Use crockery with the hints of colour in a white table settings.

*Match colours of the tablecloth with that of crockery.

*Large sized dinner plates are in fashion as they provide a culinary delight.

*Use floating candles instead of the typical candle holders.

*Candles can also be placed near the table.

*Finally view the table as your canvas & get creative.

RECIPE CORNER

Pasta with Mushrooms & Tomato Slices

Ingredients:

Pasta 1 cup

Mushrooms 1 cup

Onion 1 chopped

Tomatoes 2 blanched

Grated Processed Cheese 3/4 cup

Corn(soup style steamed) 1/2 cup

Butter 3tbsp

Cream 3/4 cup

Oregano flavouring

Red chilly flavour

Salt & Pepper to taste

Method:

Boil & drain pasta, run through cold water. Saute all the vegetables along with pasta in butter. Add salt & pepper in it. Keep all the sauteed things separately. Peel the skin of blanched tomato & cut them in rings. Now give layers of all the vegetables along with

pasta & sliced tomatoes. Sprinkle cheese,oregano on top. Start with pasta layers then one by one with white sauce.

White Sauce:

Take 1tsp of flour in a heated pan with butter till it brown. Turn off the gas & then 1/2cup of milk will be added with salt & pepper with continuously stirring until it prepares as a gravy.

SPA SKIN CARE

Cucumber Body Wrap

The cucumber body wrap is for pigmented skin. This will make the heat seep out of your sun burnt body. This will give u cooling effect & u feel ur skin very soft like never before.

Essentials:

*1Kg cucumber with skin,whizzed in blender

*2 drops lavender oil

*2 drops tea tree oil

*2 drops chamomile oil

*A cotton sheet

*Any branded moisturiser(optional)

How to do :

Mix cucumber with the oils & apply it all over ur body. Wrap ur body in a cotton sheet.

Relax for 30 mins. The heat will be drawn out of ur body. Cucumber makes u feel cool.

Take shower & wipe off the water . Cucumber leaves ur skin soft & u can also apply moisturiser

afterwards.

LESSONS FROM LIFE

The Masks of comedy n tragedy are well known & are signs of theatre even today.....one is smiling or laughing & one is frowning or howling in misery. It generally describes the balance of emotions...Some persons do not have control over their emotions, they think that their life is very miserable even though they have every thing that a person should have to life happily. They think that the burden of the whole world is on their shoulders. They don't thank God for the things they have but they generally complaints for not having the things that others have. I just wanna say that why a person can't be happy with what he has?

The mantra to live happily is just try to accept the life as it comes. If we don't have obstacles in our life, then there will be no enjoyment in living such a life where everything comes surved in your plate. Try to see the person who is not having the things that u have...Try to accept the things n always thanks God for giving u so much..Just think of such persons who can't see, hear, smell, speak or feel....u r not a handicap then why to blame God ...He had given u everything then why r u so unhappy with ur life. Please do remember this line noone wants to be unhappy with a person who cries for everything, everyone wants to be happy with a person who himself is happy with his life.

Face The Sun This Summer

Icey Blues

Under the summer sun just skip ur foundation n use a sunscreen. Dress up ur eyes with cool blues that suits ur personality from soft silvery to dark turquoise. U can apply pink beneath ur brow line it will highlight ur blue shade. Go for a peachy blush & transparent or pinkish lip gloss. And its done......u can tie ur hair in a simple bun or a ponytail.

Evergreen Pink

For a perfect glow mix ur foundation with ur sunscreen & apply evenly on face, neck n ears. Use a white eye shadow on the centre of the eyelid & also use a pink eyeshadow.Dab on a pale blusher & just a pink gloss for ur lips.

An Evening Wear

Wear crimson on ur lips or for different look try the bright red lipgloss. Apply foundation using ur finger tips , blend it in a circular motion. Use a red eye shadow. Use a shimmery powder. Avoid blusher.

Bronze Beauty

Apply foundation on ur face, use bronzer all over the exposed skin using a broad powder brush. Run a kohl along ur lower eyelid & use a gold or bronze eye shadow. Use a black eyeliner on ur upper eyelid. Use a caramel colour lip gloss.

HAIR CARE

Way To Healthy & Shiny Hair

# Always use mild shampoo for ur hair. Don't use shampoo in excess. Always use conditioner after shampoo.

# Don't tie ur hair too tightly. This can make ur hair roots weak.

# Before sleeping comb ur hair properly.

# Don't comb wet hair. To untangle them use ur fingers or broad toothed comb.

# Avoid using dryer b'coz it will take away the moisture.

# Always cover hair with scarf or cap before going into direct sun.

# Always use lukewarm water to wash hair.

# Trim ur hair after every 7-8 weeks.

# For shiny hair, take calcium diet properly or drink at least 2 glasses of milk.

# Once in a week massage ur hair with hair oil using finger tips. U can also put Vitamin E capsule to ur hair oil.

# Take a diet which is rich in Iron & Minerals.

# Drink 8-10 glasses of water for healthy hair.

# Don't eat fried or fast food.

# Always try to be happy as tension also affect the health of ur hair as well as body.

# Take a diet which contains Vitamin B, C & E.

# Eat green veggies, fruits & liquids in more quantity.

# Don't use different kind of hair oil. Just stick to one hair oil.

Art & Craft

Glass Painting

Material Required:
Glass piece
Glass paint
Aluminium foil
Brushes
Gum
Thinner
A Traced design

Method:

Place the traced design below the glass piece. Now make very fine strings of M-seal &

stuck it on the design seen through the glass. Let it dry. Paint it with black colour & also allow it to dry. Choose ur colours carefully to paint on glass as its not easy to make any correction but if the paint is wet u can correct it using thinner. Start painting & blend the colours very carefully. Allow it to dry. Now remove the traced design & place a crushed aluminium foil instead of the design.

RECIPE CORNER

Walnut Cake

Ingredients:

Crushed Walnut 100gms

Condensed milk 1cup

Ghee 1tbsp

Cold milk 1cup

Baking powder 1tbsp

Sodium Bicarbonate 1/2tsp

Maida 2cups

Vanilla essence 1/2tsp

Sugar 1/2cup

Method:

Beat the condensed milk ghee & sugar together. Add sieved maida, baking powder &

sodium bicarbonate. Add milk alternatively starting & ending with maida mixture. Add essence & crushed walnut. Sprinkled with maida to the mixture. Grease a vessel with refined oil & sprinkle maida in it & put the whole batter inside it. Bake it 200 degree centigrade for 40-45 mins.

Dark Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

Coco powder 1-2tsp

Water 1/2 or 1cup

Condensed milk 1cup

Ghee 1tbsp

a pinch of salt

Sugar 1/2cup

Baking powder 1tsp

Sodium bicarbonate 1/2tsp

Maida 2cups

Method:

Boil cocopowder, coffee & water together. Keep it aside & let it cool.

Beat condensed milk, ghee & sugar properly. Mix seived maida along with baking powder, sodium bicarbonate, pinch of salt to the mixture alternatively with coffee mixture. Starting & ending with maida. Put the batter in a greased vessel. Bake it at 180 degree centigrade.

Parenting

Baby Sleeping

Baby Sleeps atleast 8-9 hrs aday. But this is the most toughest part to make them sleep. Sometimes they r too naughty that they don't wanna sleep & sometimes they r crying n crying n crying. They can't tell u what they want but u can realise it from their actions like for sleeping they showoff such signs

#Rubbing of eyes

#Yawning

#Looking away

#Crying without any reason

#Fussing

Now i will tell u how to make him sleep

1. 
   
   Turn off the lights in his room. Be very quite so that nothing can disturb his sleep.


2. 
   
   Breast feed the baby to his sleep.


3. 
   
   Feed ur baby as much as he want. When he wake up at night don't feed him & try to make him sleep by sitting on a rocking chair.


4. 
   
   Try to sing some rhymes or sweet songs for him.


5. 
   
   Always make the baby to sleep on her back.


6. 
   
   Make him sleep in ur arms & afterwards put him in the cot. It will make him learn to sleep without u in separate room also.


7. 
   
   Don't use pillow or water beds.


8. 
   
   Cot should be clean, cracks free, dry & comfortable for the baby.


9. 
   
   U can use sleeping bags in winters as this will keep baby cozy.


10. 
    
    In summers warmth can be given by using light blanket, cotton sheet or extra clothing.


11. 
    
    Don't make him suck his thumb for sleeping as this can become his habit & if he tries to do it, give him a toy to play, when he gets tierd of it he will sleep.

STYLE MANTRA

Style 4 everyone

To be beautiful is every ladies wish & its her right also. Actually each lady has its own style. Don't try to be a copy cat just simply make ur own style statement.

• Be Selective:

Don't try to keep such dresses for those u have to think that will these look good on u or not? So why don't u try to set ur wardrobe from a new end. Just think on the matter that those dresses lying in ur wardrobe are actually according to ur taste. Keep only those dresses in ur wardrobe which u like the most & slowly make it ur hobby. It is easy to select from few but difficult from a lot of. That's how u can make ur daily wear a style statement for others.

• Forever Green:

Somethings are all time favourite. U can wear them anywhere. So I have these things to add in to ur collection.

*Black short dress

*White Shirt

*Beautifully designed cardigan

*Coat

*Diamonds

*Stylish Belt

*Stiletto

*Denim Jeans/Jeans

*Watch

*Hand bag

*Printed Scarf/Cap

*Cool Shades

BONDED FOREVER

Focus On The Positive Attributes
Before marriage everyone try to be big lovers like the Sohni-Mahiwal, Shiri-Farah & of couse like Romeo-Juliet. But after marriage that passion comes to an end slowly & steadily. As after marriage the responsibility increases & the time u spend with eachother before marriage decreases. Once the initial rush of hormones wears off, its easy to start seeing the other person & rather unflattering eyes that don't really make for good news. Try to look at the good part also, before marriage what u liked in ur betterhalf, do u remember that? Now try to see him in new prespective & fall in love with him again. Admire him everyday & stay in love. If u liked the muscled hunk man, or u like his green eyes try to find new things like how he cares for u when u fall ill, he's doing this hard work only for u, see how he provides for ur every need. Look at the positive attributes & u will start loving him again.

Just think once what u r doing here if he don't loves u, u might be somewhere else. And we all are here for love. Try to give more, nothing will be going with u only that goes is the love u spread.

LESSONS FROM LIFE

SPEAK CAREFULLY

Sometimes we forgot the phrase that we had learnt in our childhood which is

"First Weigh Than Say".

Spoken words can't be retrieved. One need to be careful in saying anything to anyone whether its ur family member, friend, worker, maid or anyone else. Try not to hurt any ones feeling with ur words becoz once we speak without thinking that show how much bitterness is in ur heart. In that case even "Sorry " can't do anything. Words can hurt feelings as well as destroy relationships. Always try to talk less, say more. And what u say have some weight. Words have that much power that can make rich poor n poor rich. The one who knows how to talk is the one who can win the heart of everybody. Talk that much only which is required. Try to be a good listener.

Don't try to interfere in between others talk. This one makes the other end feel neglected, rejected, let down, disheartened & embarrassed. Listen to feelings not words.

MAKEOVER

All About Base

First of all use a gel base so that everything go on smoother & stay longer. It is to be applied with sponge & u don't have to use ur fingers.

Which one is ur Shade?

Generally people try foundation shade on the back of their hands but the shade of ur hand is different from that of ur face. So apply the foundation shade on ur face near ur jaw line. Right shade is the one that disappears into ur skin. Most of Indian skins have yellowish tone so choose the yellow toned foundation.

Applying foundation is also an art. Mix foundation with honey milk. Use sponge to apply the foundation. It should be applied from ur jaw line, always put some on ur ear also. Apply it in a downward way. Use fingers to apply foundation on the areas which are neglected.

Handle Dark Circle

U can hide ur dark circle with the help of foundation & concealer. Use a pinkish shade of concealer. Use ur ring to dot ur eyes then gently apply a fine layer of foundation on it.

Radiance Glow

Mix ur foundation with other illuminating lotion to create more radiance. Use ur finger to apply foundation, finish by using a brush to dust some radiance powder lightly over the check bones, brow bones, bridge of nose.

Flaw Fixing

To fix ur flaw use yellow toned concealer apply dot on the spot, blend it with ur small finger & set with dusting powder.

Fix Wrinkles

U can fix wrinkles with anti ageing foundation this will soften the appearance of lines. Put some moisturiser straight on to ur deepest wrinkles. This will help u look younger.

Party Ideas

First Birthday Party
Invitation: Design ur baby invitation cards by placing his snap on the card in which he will be inviting the guests to come on his 1st birthday.
Party Decor: u can design ur party with different themes like alibaba n 40 thieves,
harry potter or u can also place his toys around the room.
Food: Cake should be designed according to ur party theme or according to ur baby likes as if he like teddies, give it a shape of teddy. Also try to have finger food as little ones love such food.
Memory Book: u can also prepare a memory book of ur baby in which the guests will
be writing their wishes for ur child & u can lock it in any locker & present it to ur baby on his 16th birthday.
Games: As its a special day & u want that everyone enjoy the party so try these games for children & adults.
1.Catch the toy: This game is for little ones who r of same age of ur baby. Make them sit in a row & place the toys away from them. One who try to get to the toy first will be the winner.
2.One minute game: Like u can place 2 bowls. One bowl should be empty & one should be filled with gems. Ask the children to put the gems with straw n put into another bowl n who put maximum gems in empty bowl will be the winner.
3.Musical Chair: Put the chairs as many u want opposite to each other in a row. Start playing the music & take out a chair every time the music is off. At last the one who is sitting on a chair will be the winner.
Return Gift: Gift ur each guest with a photo frame so that they can place baby birthday photograph. Also gift children with small gift hampers which may include toffees, chocolate, pen or mugs........

Homemade Remedy for Beautiful Skin

Luscious Lips:
Remedy 1: Mix 1tbsp of glycerine, 2tbsp of honey, 1 tsp of safforn strands & half a lemon. Crush the rose petals & add the extract to the mix. Pour in to a small bottle. Use everynight.
Remedy 2: Melt 1tsp bee wax, remove from heat. Add Petroleum Jelly & Aloe Vera immediately & stir until completely dissolved. Add sweet oil or apricot kernal oil & stir for 1 min. Pour in to a small bottle.
Remedy3: Apply milk cream for cracked lips & leave overnight.
Bindi:
Roast 2tbsp rice till crisp & black. Grind into a fine paste using rose water. Store & use.

Art & Craft

Pot Painting
Material Required:
Enamel paint
Water
Bucket
Earthen pot
How to paint:

1. Colour earthen pot with white enamel paint.
2. Fill the bucket with 3/4 of water & spill different colours in it.
3. Hold the painted pot at its edge & dip it inside the water & twist & slowly take it out.
4. Keep pot aside without disturbing. Wait till the pot dries. Paint take its design itself.

RECIPE CORNER

Indian Macaroni


Ingredients: 3 cups boiled macaroni
1 chopped onion
1 chopped capsicum
3 chopped tomatoes
1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
3 tbsp grated processed cheese
2 tbsp butter
1 chopped spring onion
few basil leaves
salt to taste

Method:

1. Heat butter in a non-stick pan & fry chopped onions for 1 min on medium flame.
2. Add capsicum, tomatoes, green chillies & fry again for 1 min.
3. Add macaroni, cheese, salt & sprinkle the spring onion on top.
4. Garnish with tomato slices & put few basil leaves in center.
5. Serve hot.

PARENTING

Breast Feeding

Being a mother is wonderful experience which can't be expressed in words. The moment a child is born, a mother also born becoz before that she never existed. So there is a very special kind of relation between a mother and her baby that's why ur every moment with ur baby is special one. Ur first bonding starts with ur feeding. Some mothers avoid to feed their babies as for them their figure is more important then their baby. But Breast Feeding has its own significance. U can start breast feeding ur baby an hour after delivery. Colostrum, the yellowish milk produced by mother in first 3 days is very healthy for the child. The baby doesn't need anything not even water for first 4-6 months. Breast milk provide adequate nutrition n immunity for the baby.

Baby should have both types of milk fore milk as well as hind milk. Fore milk is rich in carbohydrates, vitamins & protein that helps to quench the thirst. Hind milk is rich in fat & calories. U should allow baby to keep suckling from one side until he leaves the breast on his own.

STYLE MANTRA

Good Looks

1. Here are some steps to follow for healthy glowing skin n nourished hair.

1. Use a soap free face wash twice a day.

2. A gentle soap is must for bathing to clean n exfoliate ur body.

3. Whenever going outside in sun use the sunscreen with SPF of 30 as it lasts for 3 to 4 hrs. U must reapply it.

4. Use a face scrub or face pack once a week.

5. Use a deodorant everyday or use a good perfume that make ur presence noticeable.

6. Don't neglect the night of the skin which includes cleaning-toning-moisturising routine.

7. Get a body massage every month.

8. Keep hair oil to get a massage done every 7-10 days.

9. Avoid oily or junk food.

10. Last but not least drink plenty of water.

Bonded Forever

Everyone falls in love now or then but falling in love is the easiest part of deal n staying in love happily ever after is the toughest part. So here i am mentioning 3 ways to remain happily with your loved ones.

1. Trust : The very first thing is trust if u trust each other n giving each other their space that will work wonder. Never ever try to find out what they r doing when u r not around. Also try to be a trust worthy person.
2. Respect : Love blosoms when we show respect. Always respect each other in public as well as in private. Respecting each others individual identity will create a positive atmosphere around u.
3. Support : Always support each other in good n bad times this will help u both to give ur 100% at work. And it also signifies that his or her dreams r also important to u like ur own.

PHASES OF LIFE

What is a life? Life is a puzzle no one can easily understand it. Life is not always bed of roses for all but actually life is full of compromises n choices. Sometimes we have to compromise for mom n dad, for brothers n sisters n sometimes for our children. we have to make choices in good n bad. Like if we ill-treat a person, we choose to be ill treated in return. In our life we will get what we gave to others. Life is full of beauty so live your life to its fullest potential. As James Dean quotes

"Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today"