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Bangers and Four-Leaf Clovers: Some Helpful Hints to Make the Day Special
It's once again time for four-leaf clovers, corned beef and cabbage and green beer. With the luck of the Irish comes tons of potential to turn St. Patrick's Day into one of the most romantic and sexy holidays of the year. After all, autumn is just around the corner, and you don't have to be Irish to get a kiss.
To get lucky on St. Patty's, follow some of Astroglide Personal Lubricant's tips to put you and your significant other in the mood.
What's at the end of the rainbow? You might not be able to afford that pot of gold your significant other has his or her eyes on, but there are plenty of little romantic gifts you can dote upon them this holiday. A four-leaf clover pressed between glass and framed makes an inexpensive, romantic holiday gift. Or, why not get in the holiday spirit with a bottle of Irish liqueur?
An Irish breakfast in bed. Treat yourself and your lover to a traditional Irish breakfast in bed. Prepare some Irish breakfast loose-leaf tea, hot oatmeal, Irish bacon, pudding and eggs, and wake your lover up with the smell of a fresh, traditional breakfast in bed. Since you're already in the bedroom, your significant other won't have to go very far to thank you.
Movie night with your lad or lass. Avoid the crowded bars and pop in a flick this holiday. There are plenty of classic Irish movies to choose from, but if you're looking for something romantic and contemporary, try Once, a romantic indie shot on the streets of Ireland.
Get green in the bedroom. They say green is the colour of fertility, love and lust. This St. Patrick's Day, try out some green lingerie and other undergarments to get your lover in the mood. The change in scenery should bring some excitement to the evening!
Loosen up. Let's not forget the most practiced celebration of St. Patty's Day: green beer! Take your lover out to an authentic Irish pub for dinner and drinks. Have a few Jameson drinks or a Guinness, but remember to be safe!
Thursday 25 March 2010
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Body Language or Sign Language
Eco Friendly Lingerie
Green Lube?
Back at Square One
Dating on a Budget
Green Music
Warm Your Heart and Steam Up Your Bedroom
Body Language or Sign Language?
Have you ever wondered what a man's gestures and movements really mean? “What is he trying to tell me?” “Is he flirting with me or just being polite?” These are questions that have ran through every woman's mind while trying to decode secret signals and figure out what a guy really means whether he's talking or not. Women tend to analyse every, single detail in order to find out the intricacies and meanings of everything. Is that a bad thing? If it's obsessive and you can't sleep at night because you're too busy wondering if he's his smile was friendly or a hint at something more, then it might be a problem. However, awareness, curiosity and attention to detail can add to the complexities and overall beauty of a woman if practiced gracefully. Intrigue is everything and having the clues to find out crucial information with a simple glance is a skill you shouldn't be without.
Cosmopolitan.com's Body Language Decoder can give you a jumpstart on tips for reading and analysing those subtle, yet tantalising nonverbal messages. From the way he positions his shoulders and talks with his hands, to the way he sleeps. So we may not ever fully understand what's going on in the mind of men, but the next time you find yourself asking, “Now what in the world did that mean?”, listen to what his body language is telling you and see if you can figure it out.
Eco-friendly Lingerie
Ladies, imagine being sexy and saving the planet - all at once! Make that a possibility by bringing eco-friendly lingerie into the boudoir. According to TheDailyGreen.com, the textile industry is one of the highest pollution causing industries on the planet! So they've highlighted 20+ lingerie ideas that look sexy and won't leave you feeling like you're wearing recycled cardboard.
What the basics? Stick to organic cottons, recycled fabrics, bamboo, and even hemp to simultaneously make a difference and heat things up between the sheets. Brands like Green Knickers will even ship gift items in fair trade recycled boxes. Once you've picked out your favourite tree hugging bras, panties, camis and nighties, add a bottle of Astroglide Natural lube to make sure the night goes smoothly once your lingerie hits the floor.
For more inspiration and eco-friendly lingerie styles, check out: TheDailyGreen.com.
Is there such a thing as a “green” lube?
Ever consider “going green” when lubing up? In the article “Top Green Sex Tips” from PlanetGreen.com, they highly suggest the use of a personal lubricant for your intimate adventures and advise going as natural as possible. So where does that leave you? Scratching your head, wondering if there is such a thing as a “green” lube.
Yes there is such a thing when you define “green” as using all natural and sustainable ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. These natural lubes are usually free from ingredients like glycerin and alcohol that can cause irritation for some users.
Check out Astroglide Natural. It's eco-friendly and is guaranteed to ease you into the green movement - as well as other things! It features a garden variety of botanical ingredients that enhance pleasure naturally. Corn cob-derived xylitol is a natural, sugar-free humectant that helps retain and absorb moisture. Aloe Vera soothes, moisturizes and softens skin. Vitamins C and E contribute antioxidant benefits. Flower-derived chamomile extract offers additional soothing as well as anti-bacterial properties. The long-lasting, silky formula allows for safe, green fun in the bedroom.
Have any experience using eco-friendly, organic or natural lubricants? Leave a comment and let us know about your experience info@astroglideaustralia.com
Back At Square One
How many times have you found yourself bored in a relationship? Do you ever consider that maybe the fight you picked last night over where to get ice cream may be about more than just a chocolate craving? The article “Wanting More” on DatingThoughts.com, a blog written by a group of 30-something professionals, hypothesises that human beings can seem insatiable when it comes to relationships. He suggests that we tend to reject the sameness and order in our world as it disrupts the chaos that creates excitement, which in relationships we perceive as happiness. Zack theorises that at the beginning of a relationship, the only expectation is to have fun. But as the relationship matures, questions, definitions and higher expectations tend to creep into the picture. It's the moment in time that one person in the relationship realises he/she needs something better, something different, something MORE to be satisfied once again and that the relationship starts to fall apart. Once one person wants more from the relationship than the other, it inevitably starts dwindling and straying away from the once fresh and exciting affair that it once was. This is what Zack calls the “inevitable letdown”.
However, there's no need to believe that all relationships are a never-ending cycle of excitement and letdown. Many relationships do survive past the “honeymoon period” into something deeper such as moving in, getting a pet together, marriage, and eventually kids. Each step marks a change. But for a relationship to grow and survive, something must always be changing and both involved need to be willing to take that next step.
Zack concludes that failed relationships occur for any number of reasons, but many boil down to one person just wanting more than the other. So make sure you know what you want out of your relationship before pushing for more. If you're too pushy you may find yourself where you started, back at square one.
Dating on a Budget
Money may be tight, but that's no reason to cut out Date Night! All it takes is a little creativity and slick thinking to show that special someone just how special they really are! Need some ideas? Marie Claire recently published 50 date ideas that are fun, imaginative and wallet-friendly.
Some of our favourites:
• Some say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Explore a nearby farm with your significant other and pick some fruit (apples, cherries, strawberries, whatever!) and then head back home and prepare a delicious dish. Another idea would be to go to a local farmer's market. Not only is this option yummy, it's also eco-friendly!
• Good with erections? Build something together. With the lack of extra cashflow, many people are becoming DIY experts instead of hiring a handy man. That IKEA dresser has been in its box for awhile now, why not blast some music and make a party out of assembling it! (Tip, use a power drill for the screws, will save you getting a sore hand and save some energy for you know what.
It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood that you've always wanted to live in. Plan a day of open houses. It can be as simple as a day to dress-up a little and sample some complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Plus, you never know what can happen when you find yourself alone in the guest bedroom.
“Green” Music?
With the advent of new technology like the iPod or Zune, digital music has become today's norm. It's faster and often cheaper to download music on the fly through websites like iTunes.
Yet surprisingly in January 2009*, the LA Times reported CD sales still make up the majority of the music industry's revenue. People must like trudging to the store and struggling with that super-sealed plastic wrap that CDs come in. Go figure.
Well here's a big reason to stop buying CDs: a new study has found that downloading music is better for the environment than buying compact discs!
Here's how:
By comparing the emissions produced by the processes of most popular forms of music purchases, academics from Carnegie Mellon and Stanford University concluded that digital downloads could reduce 40 - 80% of the carbon dioxide emissions that occur through retail CD purchases. Surprising? Consider how much energy it takes to produce, package, ship and then sell a CD at a retail store. The study claims that just downloading the music and burning it to a CD-R could reduce retail "best-case scenario" emissions up to 40%.
So the next time you're ready for some new tunes for that romantic evening or for a kicked up workout, consider keeping it digital. There are a wide variety of online music stores that carry a larger digital collection than a standard retail store and they even suggest new songs to sample based on your search and purchase history.
No credit card in hand? Create a free station on Pandora or Last.fm by just entering any of your favourite artists or songs. The music industry executives and your CD collection may not like it, but the environment will.
Warm Your Heart and Steam-Up Your Bedroom
Some Tips for Heating the Silk Sheets from Astroglide Personal Lubricants
Pop open a bottle of wine and break out the lingerie: this day is going to be special. Planning the romantic evening is a breeze, but once dinner is done, the lights go down and the candles are lit, it's time to shake things up in the bedroom- work some magic that'll make Cupid jealous.
Here are some tips from Astroglide Personal Lubricants to help set the mood evening.
Sweeten the moment with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, an oral sensation that will put your lover on sensory overload. A Box of chocolates is nice, but chocolate body paints are even nicer. Write words or symbols of your love and then slowly lick them off.
Make 'em beg for more with a prolonged foreplay experience your significant other will never forget. Start out with kissing and a little light touching and work your way up to nibbling, light scratching and some dirty talk for good measure.
A silky-smooth and sensual experience is the best way to get your skin warmed up for an evening of pleasure. Forego your usual bed-sheets and pillowcases for some vividly coloured silk sheets. Stimulating as many senses as possible simultaneously is key to the perfect night.
Aural pleasure is a great way to get the rhythm right. Create a sexy playlist and put it on at a low volume to build the right aura—but make sure it's not up too loud, because you'll want to be able to hear the sounds of your lover for some added audio stimulation.
Home is where the heart is, so listen to your heart and really explore the space. The bedroom's great, but you've been there and done that. Take it into the kitchen, the living room, the office, the shower, even the closet—anywhere that's new and exciting.
Lose control by letting your lover tie you up. Who likes to dominate in your relationship? You know who owns the bedroom better than we do, so let that person take control. Or switch up the roles for an even naughtier night. Tie your lover up with a scarf, put a blindfold on them and watch the rest of their senses heighten eagerly.
Heart- and skin-warming pleasure is the perfect solution steaming up the bedroom. Throw some Astroglide Warming Liquid into the mix to add a soft, warming sensation to skin, enhancing the pleasure for you and your special someone. For lovers who like to turn up the heat—without the candle wax.
Go Wet & Wild in the shower, Jacuzzi, or even a kiddie pool in the backyard. Bring a new dimension of fun to your lovemaking with a little water play. Bubbles and a light fragrance add just the right touch. Add Astroglide X Silicone Personal Lubricant and experience a whole new level of slippery sensations.
http://www.astroglideaustralia.com/the_glide_guide.html
Body Language or Sign Language
Eco Friendly Lingerie
Green Lube?
Back at Square One
Dating on a Budget
Green Music
Warm Your Heart and Steam Up Your Bedroom
Body Language or Sign Language?
Have you ever wondered what a man's gestures and movements really mean? “What is he trying to tell me?” “Is he flirting with me or just being polite?” These are questions that have ran through every woman's mind while trying to decode secret signals and figure out what a guy really means whether he's talking or not. Women tend to analyse every, single detail in order to find out the intricacies and meanings of everything. Is that a bad thing? If it's obsessive and you can't sleep at night because you're too busy wondering if he's his smile was friendly or a hint at something more, then it might be a problem. However, awareness, curiosity and attention to detail can add to the complexities and overall beauty of a woman if practiced gracefully. Intrigue is everything and having the clues to find out crucial information with a simple glance is a skill you shouldn't be without.
Cosmopolitan.com's Body Language Decoder can give you a jumpstart on tips for reading and analysing those subtle, yet tantalising nonverbal messages. From the way he positions his shoulders and talks with his hands, to the way he sleeps. So we may not ever fully understand what's going on in the mind of men, but the next time you find yourself asking, “Now what in the world did that mean?”, listen to what his body language is telling you and see if you can figure it out.
Eco-friendly Lingerie
Ladies, imagine being sexy and saving the planet - all at once! Make that a possibility by bringing eco-friendly lingerie into the boudoir. According to TheDailyGreen.com, the textile industry is one of the highest pollution causing industries on the planet! So they've highlighted 20+ lingerie ideas that look sexy and won't leave you feeling like you're wearing recycled cardboard.
What the basics? Stick to organic cottons, recycled fabrics, bamboo, and even hemp to simultaneously make a difference and heat things up between the sheets. Brands like Green Knickers will even ship gift items in fair trade recycled boxes. Once you've picked out your favourite tree hugging bras, panties, camis and nighties, add a bottle of Astroglide Natural lube to make sure the night goes smoothly once your lingerie hits the floor.
For more inspiration and eco-friendly lingerie styles, check out: TheDailyGreen.com.
Is there such a thing as a “green” lube?
Ever consider “going green” when lubing up? In the article “Top Green Sex Tips” from PlanetGreen.com, they highly suggest the use of a personal lubricant for your intimate adventures and advise going as natural as possible. So where does that leave you? Scratching your head, wondering if there is such a thing as a “green” lube.
Yes there is such a thing when you define “green” as using all natural and sustainable ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. These natural lubes are usually free from ingredients like glycerin and alcohol that can cause irritation for some users.
Check out Astroglide Natural. It's eco-friendly and is guaranteed to ease you into the green movement - as well as other things! It features a garden variety of botanical ingredients that enhance pleasure naturally. Corn cob-derived xylitol is a natural, sugar-free humectant that helps retain and absorb moisture. Aloe Vera soothes, moisturizes and softens skin. Vitamins C and E contribute antioxidant benefits. Flower-derived chamomile extract offers additional soothing as well as anti-bacterial properties. The long-lasting, silky formula allows for safe, green fun in the bedroom.
Have any experience using eco-friendly, organic or natural lubricants? Leave a comment and let us know about your experience info@astroglideaustralia.com
Back At Square One
How many times have you found yourself bored in a relationship? Do you ever consider that maybe the fight you picked last night over where to get ice cream may be about more than just a chocolate craving? The article “Wanting More” on DatingThoughts.com, a blog written by a group of 30-something professionals, hypothesises that human beings can seem insatiable when it comes to relationships. He suggests that we tend to reject the sameness and order in our world as it disrupts the chaos that creates excitement, which in relationships we perceive as happiness. Zack theorises that at the beginning of a relationship, the only expectation is to have fun. But as the relationship matures, questions, definitions and higher expectations tend to creep into the picture. It's the moment in time that one person in the relationship realises he/she needs something better, something different, something MORE to be satisfied once again and that the relationship starts to fall apart. Once one person wants more from the relationship than the other, it inevitably starts dwindling and straying away from the once fresh and exciting affair that it once was. This is what Zack calls the “inevitable letdown”.
However, there's no need to believe that all relationships are a never-ending cycle of excitement and letdown. Many relationships do survive past the “honeymoon period” into something deeper such as moving in, getting a pet together, marriage, and eventually kids. Each step marks a change. But for a relationship to grow and survive, something must always be changing and both involved need to be willing to take that next step.
Zack concludes that failed relationships occur for any number of reasons, but many boil down to one person just wanting more than the other. So make sure you know what you want out of your relationship before pushing for more. If you're too pushy you may find yourself where you started, back at square one.
Dating on a Budget
Money may be tight, but that's no reason to cut out Date Night! All it takes is a little creativity and slick thinking to show that special someone just how special they really are! Need some ideas? Marie Claire recently published 50 date ideas that are fun, imaginative and wallet-friendly.
Some of our favourites:
• Some say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Explore a nearby farm with your significant other and pick some fruit (apples, cherries, strawberries, whatever!) and then head back home and prepare a delicious dish. Another idea would be to go to a local farmer's market. Not only is this option yummy, it's also eco-friendly!
• Good with erections? Build something together. With the lack of extra cashflow, many people are becoming DIY experts instead of hiring a handy man. That IKEA dresser has been in its box for awhile now, why not blast some music and make a party out of assembling it! (Tip, use a power drill for the screws, will save you getting a sore hand and save some energy for you know what.
It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood that you've always wanted to live in. Plan a day of open houses. It can be as simple as a day to dress-up a little and sample some complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Plus, you never know what can happen when you find yourself alone in the guest bedroom.
“Green” Music?
With the advent of new technology like the iPod or Zune, digital music has become today's norm. It's faster and often cheaper to download music on the fly through websites like iTunes.
Yet surprisingly in January 2009*, the LA Times reported CD sales still make up the majority of the music industry's revenue. People must like trudging to the store and struggling with that super-sealed plastic wrap that CDs come in. Go figure.
Well here's a big reason to stop buying CDs: a new study has found that downloading music is better for the environment than buying compact discs!
Here's how:
By comparing the emissions produced by the processes of most popular forms of music purchases, academics from Carnegie Mellon and Stanford University concluded that digital downloads could reduce 40 - 80% of the carbon dioxide emissions that occur through retail CD purchases. Surprising? Consider how much energy it takes to produce, package, ship and then sell a CD at a retail store. The study claims that just downloading the music and burning it to a CD-R could reduce retail "best-case scenario" emissions up to 40%.
So the next time you're ready for some new tunes for that romantic evening or for a kicked up workout, consider keeping it digital. There are a wide variety of online music stores that carry a larger digital collection than a standard retail store and they even suggest new songs to sample based on your search and purchase history.
No credit card in hand? Create a free station on Pandora or Last.fm by just entering any of your favourite artists or songs. The music industry executives and your CD collection may not like it, but the environment will.
Warm Your Heart and Steam-Up Your Bedroom
Some Tips for Heating the Silk Sheets from Astroglide Personal Lubricants
Pop open a bottle of wine and break out the lingerie: this day is going to be special. Planning the romantic evening is a breeze, but once dinner is done, the lights go down and the candles are lit, it's time to shake things up in the bedroom- work some magic that'll make Cupid jealous.
Here are some tips from Astroglide Personal Lubricants to help set the mood evening.
Sweeten the moment with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, an oral sensation that will put your lover on sensory overload. A Box of chocolates is nice, but chocolate body paints are even nicer. Write words or symbols of your love and then slowly lick them off.
Make 'em beg for more with a prolonged foreplay experience your significant other will never forget. Start out with kissing and a little light touching and work your way up to nibbling, light scratching and some dirty talk for good measure.
A silky-smooth and sensual experience is the best way to get your skin warmed up for an evening of pleasure. Forego your usual bed-sheets and pillowcases for some vividly coloured silk sheets. Stimulating as many senses as possible simultaneously is key to the perfect night.
Aural pleasure is a great way to get the rhythm right. Create a sexy playlist and put it on at a low volume to build the right aura—but make sure it's not up too loud, because you'll want to be able to hear the sounds of your lover for some added audio stimulation.
Home is where the heart is, so listen to your heart and really explore the space. The bedroom's great, but you've been there and done that. Take it into the kitchen, the living room, the office, the shower, even the closet—anywhere that's new and exciting.
Lose control by letting your lover tie you up. Who likes to dominate in your relationship? You know who owns the bedroom better than we do, so let that person take control. Or switch up the roles for an even naughtier night. Tie your lover up with a scarf, put a blindfold on them and watch the rest of their senses heighten eagerly.
Heart- and skin-warming pleasure is the perfect solution steaming up the bedroom. Throw some Astroglide Warming Liquid into the mix to add a soft, warming sensation to skin, enhancing the pleasure for you and your special someone. For lovers who like to turn up the heat—without the candle wax.
Go Wet & Wild in the shower, Jacuzzi, or even a kiddie pool in the backyard. Bring a new dimension of fun to your lovemaking with a little water play. Bubbles and a light fragrance add just the right touch. Add Astroglide X Silicone Personal Lubricant and experience a whole new level of slippery sensations.
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