tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72660222864314370782012-02-10T10:10:48.880-05:00Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.comBlogger5351100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-21079198833959047832012-02-10T10:06:00.003-05:002012-02-10T10:10:48.889-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>In a reflective moment I was watching TV the other evening and saw motion picture stars that now have long departed and was amazed to find out how they rarely took care of themselves. This despite being romantic characters and to my surprise had very bad health habits for years. When you look at all the smoking, drug use and drinking in coordination with little exercise it's no wonder they lived short lives. If you go by the scandals they had in the 1920's they make our "Star" magazine weekly updates look pale in comparison. It was well known that drinking killed off many careers but drug use was prevalent and not unknown in "Hollywood" circles. We see today the restrictions on drunk driving, smoking in public places and drug testing for jobs that came into effect the last 25 year are making a difference. I know it's crazy but if you read the biography's of stars in the past you'll see and understand that each generation is very similar and personal decisions are very much the same as today. Having more personal wealth today did not improve the situation with drugs as I always applaud the organizations that lead to safer roadways with violators paying a heavy legal responsibility for their actions. As a history lover the human nature changes with circumstances but what a person does as a character trait is far different. Being kind or a simple hello is not a universal trait as we all try to find a common ground for happiness. Health and my family are my passions and we can't deny that health care today is better than it was. But the rise in cancer and other related diseases tells me we are creating a problem and fixing it all at the same time. We debate why we get cancer and if you see how the toxic products are dumped you'll understand the reason why. I started this blog today about Hollywood years ago but as you can see we all have the same issues and concerns as we did years ago. The more we change our surroundings the decisions are still the same.</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. 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I found over the years that being alone was best for me but that may not be the best solution for my long term health. Staying calm is effected by your immediate environment but can you prepare ahead of time those specific triggers to stay in control? Steps to make that happen were noted in health.comand guess what, they work if you can implement them effectively into your busy schedule. Seven easy but challenging steps including exercise and calling a friend are outlined (<a href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20425626,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20425626,00.html</a>) in the report but which is right for you is the main point of today's blog. We are finding that stress and being calm is more important than ever in the 24/7 world of 2012. 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The amount of food and drinks consumed must be enormous and I would love to get an estimate of the beer sold during this particular weekend? It's not surprising how diets go out the window for a weekend but at the same time the gambling is on par with food and alcohol consumption. We now have a treasured day and it's almost a shame we don't name it a holiday since viewers and commerce look at Super Bowl Sunday as sacred. I did not do anything but stay home this year but parties and get togethers were the norm in my area. Taking aside the junk we ate and commercials that push those products, let's not forget the 3.5 million per TV ad that was not money well spent for many companies. Quite a day in our country and I must say besides the holidays in December the enthusiasm is never higher. We have so many things not going well in our county, but for one day even those non-football fans can join in the fun. If the game was changed from Sunday to Saturday I wonder what effect it would mean regarding parties and commerce activities? I assume we would see more late night activities and increased indulging, but what do I know? I would like to see that happen one year and let the debate begin. More gym time hopefully is done this week for those who enjoyed the festivities a little too much this past Sunday. In the future maybe they could do a better job on the halftime show but if that's all I can complain about it must have been a good show.</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Il38LnTMY7g/TzEz9H5wD2I/AAAAAAAABLk/flZPFPl8JLQ/s1600/France%2BProvence%2BSante%252520mens%252520big%252520bar%252520with%252520soap%252520dish.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 143px; height: 108px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Il38LnTMY7g/TzEz9H5wD2I/AAAAAAAABLk/flZPFPl8JLQ/s200/France%2BProvence%2BSante%252520mens%252520big%252520bar%252520with%252520soap%252520dish.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706399328041439074" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/france_ProvenceSante.html"><br />Provence Sante Men's Big Bar Set</a><br /><br />The special man in your life will be very happy to receive two giant size 12 oz(each) of triple - milled pure vegetable based big bars of soaps in Vervain and Vetiver scents plus a large rectangle ash soap dish designed by a New England woodworker using native New England ash and protected by a native New England wipe-on varnish.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-9169023350951417467?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-87067250407556239972012-02-06T09:34:00.003-05:002012-02-06T09:39:49.569-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div> </div> <div>When you read a headline like this in the newspaper "Study: Spam tied to diabetes risk in Native Americans" it shows you the link we have regarding diabetes and diet. What a way to bring it to light as we all know the garbage we eat will eventually hurt us if we let it go on as we did with any processed meat products. A point well taken in the article as noted here:</div> <div><span id="articleText">"A new study has found a link between processed meats in the Native American diet and a high rate of diabetes. </span><span>Native Americans as a group are at especially high risk of developing diabetes. Nearly half have the condition by age 55.</span><span id="articleText">Researchers writing in the <a title="http://www.ajcn.org/" href="http://www.ajcn.org/" target="_blank">American Journal of Clinical Nutrition</a> surveyed 2,000 Native Americans from <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Arizona" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Arizona">Arizona</a>, <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Oklahoma" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Oklahoma">Oklahoma</a> and North and <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/South_Dakota" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/South_Dakota">South Dakota</a> to look into potential reasons for the high rate.</span><span id="articleText">"A lot of communities in this study </span><span id="articleText">are in very rural areas with limited access to grocery stores. . . and they want to eat foods that have a long shelf life," said Amanda Fretts, the lead author and a researcher at the <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/University_of_Washington" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/University_of_Washington">University of Washington</a> School of Medicine.</span><span id="articleText">None of the survey participants, whose average age was 35, had diabetes at the start of the study when they answered questions about diet and other health and lifestyle factors.</span><span id="articleText">After five years, a follow-up survey found that 243 people had developed diabetes.</span></div> <div><span><a title="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/study-spam-tied-to-diabetes-risk-in-native-americans-1.3492431" href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/study-spam-tied-to-diabetes-risk-in-native-americans-1.3492431">http://www.newsday.com/news/health/study-spam-tied-to-diabetes-risk-in-native-americans-1.3492431</a></span></div> <div><span>It's not hard to believe that we get diabetes from our foods and at the same time it's also understood not one particular thing causes the disease. I feel many things attribute to getting diabetes but if we eliminate the things we can identify as causes 2 things happen:</span></div> <div><span>1. We get healthier</span></div> <div><span>2. Big business is hurt and they will fight us tooth and nail</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span>Pretty easy to see we have to maintain a proper diet and we have big business breathing down our necks pummeling us with health woes. 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Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Italy_Box6B.html">IL Frutteto Spa Gift Set</a><span><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n3xhbXrQzgs/Ty_l08UbgGI/AAAAAAAABLY/PmXyogBhzdc/s1600/Italy_Box6B.jpg%2BIl%2Bfrutteto%2Bspa%2Bgift%2Bset.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 188px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n3xhbXrQzgs/Ty_l08UbgGI/AAAAAAAABLY/PmXyogBhzdc/s200/Italy_Box6B.jpg%2BIl%2Bfrutteto%2Bspa%2Bgift%2Bset.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706031950609481826" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br />Il Frutteto is a unique line from Florence that combines the energy of fresh fruit and the healing properties of olive oil, enriched with peach and sugar melon extracts. This picturesque gift set will awaken and refresh all your senses. The Gift Set Includes: 300ml Body cream 300ml Bath &amp; Shower Gel 250gr Olive Oil &amp; Tangerine Soap 250gr Peach &amp; Melon Soap 250gr Fig &amp; Almond Soap<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />VALENTINE'S DAY SALE<br /><br />15% OFF ON OUR ENTIRE SELECTION BY USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE: BEMYVALENTINE<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><br /><br /><br /><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8706725040755623997?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-46215661036650814202012-02-03T10:38:00.003-05:002012-02-03T10:43:37.454-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>Seeing the temperatures in the middle 60"s here in the east is a great thing as 2011 had so many storms that it made us all wonder if society did something wrong to get these restless weather pattern. But doing more exercise to compensate for the warmer weather is a risk that must be stated for those who think its mid-June and not February. The other day was the first time I can remember seeing people playing golf and runners wearing shorts and a tee-shirt. In reality the weather is our daily guide to our emotions and energy as we all have an extra spring in our steps if we are free to do the things we want to do without restrictions. Runners are a dedicated group despite the weather conditions and golfers are not far behind. Imagine the golf courses in the east getting extra income at this time of the year just by opening the doors? If we think about it we wait impatiently for our weather forecast daily and if you're like me it raises your energy if we see a clearing to do things we don't usually do this time of year. As people set forth each day we all are in some way guided by the weather. I always heard that after the holidays it's a down period emotionally but if you have brightness and warmer temperatures it assists our moods. It may seem trivial to those in the warmer climates of our country but each year from November through mid-May easterners get wind, cold, snow and rain which does not brighten our spirits. If we ever could use more happiness and energy it's now especially if you turn on the news and get depressed about many subjects that are economy driven. Enjoying a great weather day is unappreciated but let me say its not unwelcome for me. If I never had to shovel snow it would be to soon. Enjoy and exercise correctly or I will write a story about weather related injuries which is not what anyone wants.</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/OTO_Deluxe_Gift_Basket_Coconut_Lemongrass.html"><br />OTO Delu<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ></span></span></a><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0_zuZnt3664/TywAbVn6tkI/AAAAAAAABLM/JBEO1YYGBeE/s1600/Hawaii-OTO%2BDeluxe%2BGift%2BBasket%2BCoconut%2BLemongrass.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 106px; height: 150px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0_zuZnt3664/TywAbVn6tkI/AAAAAAAABLM/JBEO1YYGBeE/s200/Hawaii-OTO%2BDeluxe%2BGift%2BBasket%2BCoconut%2BLemongrass.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704935297632613954" border="0" /></a></span></span>xe Gift Basket Coconut Lemongrass<br /><br />The new Ola Tropical Organics Deluxe Gift Basket includes full size Coconut Lemongrass creme lotion, body wash, cane sugar scrub, lip balm, and Kukui Travel Candle with a sisal loofah mitt, all packed in a beautiful handwoven basket with lid, fill and ribbon to make a spectacular gift for Valentine's Day.<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-4621566103665081420?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-61280668693722977472012-02-01T08:31:00.004-05:002012-02-01T08:38:35.228-05:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KiIpA1FUDi0/Tyk_3E9mdNI/AAAAAAAABLA/8y49eqQCC8w/s1600/France%252520linden%252520sweet%252520almond%252520big%252520bar%252520set%252520with%252520ash%252520soap%252520dish.jpg%2BFrance.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 145px; height: 113px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KiIpA1FUDi0/Tyk_3E9mdNI/AAAAAAAABLA/8y49eqQCC8w/s200/France%252520linden%252520sweet%252520almond%252520big%252520bar%252520set%252520with%252520ash%252520soap%252520dish.jpg%2BFrance.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704160618498913490" border="0" /></a><br />What's more refreshing than relaxing in the shower with some wonderful soaps from France that beautifies your skin. At Soap Basket Boutique By Ani we have for you a delightful presentation with our<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/France_Linden_Sweet_Almond_Big_Bar_Set.html"> <strong>Linden/Sweet Almond Big Bar Set</strong></a>.<br />This gift set contains two triple-milled and long lasting big bars of soaps (12oz each).The linden bar brings you the light, enchanting fragrance of the linden, or basswood tree.The sweet almond bar's delicate fragrance reminds you of a summer on the Riviera. <p>Each soap is wrapped in an environmentally friendly clear cellophane bag. A large handcrafted ash soap dish is included in this offering.</p><br /><br />Warmest Regards,<br />Ani<br />President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani<br /><br /><a href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">www.soapbasketboutique.com</a><br /><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro">http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro">http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</a><br /><br /><br /><br />"Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/cms-display/splash.html">natural soap and spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap gift baskets, Party Favors or 'Wedding Favors" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-6128066869372297747?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-43625864632684901532012-01-31T09:20:00.001-05:002012-01-31T09:24:34.093-05:00<div> <div><span>I was speaking with my husband just this past weekend and told him how much I loved McDonalds growing up especially the fries which has obviously changed over the years now that we got some real testing done on them. But the headline I saw in naturalnews.com entitled "McDonald's forced to disclose all chemical ingredients on food sold in Russia" made me feel sad if you can believe it. We all try to have positive thoughts about our past and that includes the foods we ate. But reading about the issue in Russia and the following paragraph puts a different spin on it.<br />"McDonald's shakes don't deserve to be called milkshakes."</span></div> <div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"><span>"Analysis of milkshakes sold at McDonald's outlets in Russia revealed the beverages contained more vegetable oil</span><span> than dairy product. Experts at the Institute of Laboratory of Nutrition, say that by Russian law these drinks can be called "milk-containing" but cannot be labeled as "milk". Consumer rights advocate Mikhail Anshakov, says that the "McMilkshake" is falsely named, "They do not list the ingredients of their products which is a strict requirement for organizations of the type they are registered as in Russia. </span><span>Moreover, their products contain excessive amounts of several ingredients, which is why the product name is insufficient."( <a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" title="http://www.naturalnews.com/034810_McDonalds_ingredients_Russia.html#ixzz1kxHtUI00" href="http://www.naturalnews.com/034810_McDonalds_ingredients_Russia.html#ixzz1kxHtUI00">http://www.naturalnews.com/034810_McDonalds_ingredients_Russia.html#ixzz1kxHtUI00</a>)</span></div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"><span>Times can never be recaptured but our biggest restaurant chain should know better than that? I guess the things we eat were not as good as we thought and at the same time we changed our diets and expectations, shouldn't they?</span></div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel aro</span><span>und the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_0wkA35QTiY/Tyf5ePJ9izI/AAAAAAAABK0/b0BZo9TSz5U/s1600/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 105px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_0wkA35QTiY/Tyf5ePJ9izI/AAAAAAAABK0/b0BZo9TSz5U/s200/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703801750947728178" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/A-Year_Of_Soaps.html"><br /></a><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/A-Year_Of_Soaps.html">A Year Of Soaps<br /></a></span><br /><span>This is a collection of 12 hand made bars for the person that enjoys the finer things. These scented soaps include such fragrances as vanilla strawberry, fruit slices and mango papaya. This gift will bring warm thoughts of you all year long. Don't give another gift of flowers or candy. Give that special person a unique and thoughtful gift that is charming, useful and healthy. The basket contains 12 different scented bars of our 3.5 oz 'hand &amp; face' soap. All of our soap is hand made and hand cut so they may vary slightly in size and weight.<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-4362586463268490153?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-22651835267285150932012-01-30T09:37:00.002-05:002012-01-30T09:42:18.286-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>Are you a diabetic or taking birth control pills and gaining weight? Or do you ever wonder what medications are candidates to put weight on you unsuspectingly? I saw a piece that answers these questions and hopefully opens the eyes of those looking for answers. My husband years ago was taking too much insulin and gaining weight as the question of "why is this happening" kept popping up without answers. If you need to see something in print, note the opening paragraph from an article in health.com that identifies 13 drugs that people are taking and gaining weight without full knowledge:</div> <div>"About 70% of people in the United States are overweight and, in a cruel catch-22, many of the drugs used to treat obesity-linked conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and depression can themselves cause weight gain."Patients and doctors need to be more aware of this—it's an under-recognized driver of our obesity problem," says Lawrence Cheskin, MD, director of the Johns Hopkins Weight Management Center, in Baltimore". <a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20545602,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20545602,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20545602,00.html</a></div> <div>When you hear about diabetes and the reasons why people get them here's a prime example of potential weight gain that triggers type 2 diabetes. Weight gain is a big problem so despite the fact that a drug assists us in one area the fact that we suffer side effects somewhere else just does not cut it for me. I almost get sick when I see those commercials that fix one health issue and 6 side effects result. Nobody is healthy forever but unless you look into the drugs you're prescribed you may be making the problem worse. Being your own doctor is truly up to all of us.</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hAYI_8JNazo/Tyar_rwXXYI/AAAAAAAABKo/IPfEIhBhSm0/s1600/Brazil%2Bekoveface.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 120px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hAYI_8JNazo/Tyar_rwXXYI/AAAAAAAABKo/IPfEIhBhSm0/s200/Brazil%2Bekoveface.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703435088677002626" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/EKOVE_For_Face.html">EKOVE For Face</a><br /><br />Provide your skin with moisture and elasticity.A wonderful combination of all natural ingredients that will heal, moisturize and regenerate your skin.<br /><br />PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE LIMITED QUANTITIES WITH THE PINK RIBBON PACKAGING. ONCE WE RUN OUT OF THEM, WE WILL HAVE THE SAME PRODUCTS IN REGULAR PACKAGING. Your Set Includes: Rejuvenating &amp; Repairing Night Balm - 1 oz Nourishing &amp; Moisturizing Day Balm - 1 oz Eye Contour oil - 0.33 fl oz<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2265183526728515093?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-20648419974920894542012-01-29T09:44:00.002-05:002012-01-29T09:49:55.521-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>"Have These Symptoms, Buy This Drug" was a title in nytimes.com recently that I had to comment on. What's key to this is we see the advertisers target us and now empower our wisdom of medicine to make judgements previously solved by a doctor's visit. Come on is the word and I had no idea that this has been happening since 1997? Well if we think it's not effecting us take note of this and think again:</div> <div>"There’s no question that Americans like their prescription medications. We spend <a title="http://www.oecd.org/document/44/0,3746,en_2649_33929_41382764_1_1_1_1,00.html" href="http://www.oecd.org/document/44/0,3746,en_2649_33929_41382764_1_1_1_1,00.html">nearly twice as much per person</a> on pharmaceuticals as patients in other developed countries do, and we account for nearly <a title="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953611004308" href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953611004308">half of all sales worldwide</a>. But <a title="http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMsa070502#t=article" href="http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMsa070502#t=article">in 1997</a>, when the Food and Drug Administration loosened its regulations and the United States became <a title="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953611004308" href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953611004308">one of only four countries</a> to allow direct-to-consumer advertising (the others are New Zealand, Bangladesh and South Korea), we entered a new era in pharmaceutical consumerism .Players in the drug industry began aiming their advertisements at patients, and their goal was to define in the minds of patients not only the beneficial effects of the drugs but also the diseases they were designed to treat."</div> <div>If you feel comfortable with this read more at <a title="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/26/using-symptom-checklists-to-sell-drugs/?ref=health" href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/26/using-symptom-checklists-to-sell-drugs/?ref=health">http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/26/using-symptom-checklists-to-sell-drugs/?ref=health</a> , but I surely don't. Gathering up information on out of control drug usage is scary for me and hopefully for you as the world of advertising drugs has saturated our airwaves. When we are so out of it as a society because we have taken wrongfully prescribed products, then who do we seek for assistance? Unfortunately nobody will be there unless we police ourselves and say "No More."</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Romance_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html">Romance Aromatherapy<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WjEvMR0wUHM/TyVcaNwzClI/AAAAAAAABKc/4fHtRCwmCHc/s1600/Brazil%2BRomance%2Bcandle%2Bmeltssensous.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 164px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WjEvMR0wUHM/TyVcaNwzClI/AAAAAAAABKc/4fHtRCwmCHc/s200/Brazil%2BRomance%2Bcandle%2Bmeltssensous.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703066108575287890" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span> Candle Melt<br /><br />We are proud to bring you the 100% NATURAL, AROMATHERAPY "Romance" scented candle melts. NO chemical hardeners for the base, NO artificial dyes for the color, NO "top of the line" or "from natural origin" synthetic fragrance. All the candles are made using proprietary blend of vegetable wax as a single base. The colors of the candles are achieved blending different ratios of unrefined oils: Buriti oil and Tucuma pulp oil (all shades of Oranges), Açaí oil and Avocado Oil (all shades of greens), Beet root and Patauá fruit skin(all shades of purple/lavender), Annatto seed (all shades of Red) and Ucuúba Butter (all shades of Brown). . Our candle melts come with a beautiful delicate neutral color warmer.<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> <div> </div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2064841997492089454?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-74310323841122844382012-01-27T09:28:00.002-05:002012-01-27T09:32:32.857-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>Today my friends from health.com had great advise for healthier bones entitled "11 Foods for Healthy Bones". (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20365458,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20365458,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20365458,00.html</a>) Well I know what you're saying "I'm to old", but in reality brittle bones can be addressed if you want to take the time and doing something about it. For instance did you know:</div> <div>"When it comes to building strong bones, there are two key nutrients: calcium and vitamin D. Calcium supports your bones and teeth structure, while vitamin D improves calcium absorption and bone growth.<br />These nutrients are important early in life, but they may also help as you age. If you develop osteoporosis, a disease characterized by brittle and breaking bones, getting plenty of calcium and vitamin D may slow the disease and prevent fractures. Adults up to age 50 should get 1,000 milligrams of calcium and 200 international units (IUs) of vitamin D a day. Adults over 50 should get 1,200 milligrams of calcium and 400 to 600 IU of vitamin D. Get these nutrients by trying these 11 foods for healthy bones."</div> <div>Don't get to a stage that you are reluctant to change because we are expected to live longer so why not make adjustments to avoid brittle bones. I have made so many changes over the years to diet, etc. but easy changes that have long lasting positive effects are perfect. Hey what about adding some exercise to the vitamin D and really get yourself going. Enjoy your Friday.</div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-86I827DmD5Y/TyK1RhnolyI/AAAAAAAABKQ/hbVWbMhm6mc/s1600/Guiltless%2BChocolate%2BAnd%2BAcai%2BBar.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 95px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-86I827DmD5Y/TyK1RhnolyI/AAAAAAAABKQ/hbVWbMhm6mc/s200/Guiltless%2BChocolate%2BAnd%2BAcai%2BBar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5702319390891480866" border="0" /></a></span></span><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Guiltless_Chocolate_And_Acai_Double_Milled_HandCrafted_Soap_Bars.html"><br />Guiltless Chocolate And Acai Double Milled Handcrafted Soap Bars</a><br /><br />Four Double Milled Handcrafted Chocolate and Acai Bars from The Amazon Rain Forest. 4.6-5.2oz each. Our Chocolate and Açaí bar is made of pure cocoa liquor and cocoa butter along with the amazing powerful anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Acai oil. Cacao butter has moisturizing and nourishing properties and is rich in Vitamin E, which helps soothe and hydrate the skin thus improving the production of collagen and elastin. Açaí oil is super rich in chlorophyll which helps in the growth and repair of tissues, delivers magnesium and helps the blood in carrying the much needed oxygen to all cells and tissues. It stimulates red blood cells to improve oxygen supply. Along with other vitamins found in Açaí oil, such as A, C and E, chlorophyll has been seen to help neutralize free radicals that damage healthy cells. Ingredients: Wild-harvested and/or organically grown unrefined saponified Cocoa butter and Cocoa liquor, Açaí oil, Coconut, Vanilla Powder, Essential oils of Cinnamon, Clove, Ginger, and Lime<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7431032384112284438?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-25782374981476604302012-01-26T09:13:00.002-05:002012-01-26T09:17:31.783-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>I sit at my computer daily after researching articles and when one can help all of us I pass it on. Today I found an article in health.com which made me "sit up " literally and take notice. Me get hurt just by sitting at my computer? Well I found out I could indeed get injured over a long period of time. The entitled headline "12 Ways to Stop Work-Related Back Pain" was a reason to look into this further. Unbelievably, injuries will come in the future to all of us who put many hours in front of the computer just by sitting in one prone position too long. The main point today is to relieve the potential pain in our bodies by remembering the 12 steps outlined in the article. One comment that opened my eyes to the real issue was:(<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20355520,00.html?xid=chronicpain01192012" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20355520,00.html?xid=chronicpain01192012">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20355520,00.html?xid=chronicpain01192012</a>)</div> <div>"Hunching over a computer is a leading reason why four in five women end up with crippling back pain at some point in their lives. But a few simple changes in the way you work can make your pain vanish, according to researchers at Cornell University and the Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine Health". </div> <div>What's best for you is to take a break occasionally and stop thinking it's a marathon to get things done at the expense of your health. Long after we are not working we still will feel the effects of a job that puts us at risk. Take a look at the piece and "sitting up" never meant more to your future health.</div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Il__Frutteo_Pomegranate_And__Blackcurrant_Soap_By_ND.html">Il Frutteto Pomegran<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-X0raJHpwb0E/TyFgUGA5ThI/AAAAAAAABKE/nC5jmpHuWV4/s1600/Italy%252520Il%252520Frutteto%252520Pomegranate%252520%2526%252520Blackcurrent%252520Soap.bmp"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 146px; height: 94px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-X0raJHpwb0E/TyFgUGA5ThI/AAAAAAAABKE/nC5jmpHuWV4/s200/Italy%252520Il%252520Frutteto%252520Pomegranate%252520%2526%252520Blackcurrent%252520Soap.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701944501555777042" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span>ate &amp; Blackcurrant Soap Bar By Nesti Dante<br /><br />This soap offers you fruity accents and scent of berries that contain the nourishing properties of pomegranate and blackcurrant.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2578237498147660430?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-82177710274204570602012-01-25T09:11:00.002-05:002012-01-25T09:17:32.914-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>Did you see the State of the Union address and the "to do" list that was discussed for more political reasons than actual steps to improve the awful heath care system we live under? We are in a state of mass pain but in the end the solution has been found...tax the rich! Well that along with a piece of gum will get you the same results. What happens to unemployed people who need care and if 8.6% are not working what do we do? It's a fundamental thing to understand Washington! We need work, medical coverage, better education and hope that we are building our future within our country's working class and not looking to China for cheaper products or better manufacturing costs. We can build the best cars but we don't. We have the best doctors in the world but we have pharmaceutical companies killing us on the medication products we take. Grab hold of your hat my friends the cure to all this is...tax the rich! If we need a President who has never made a living and does the job effectively I'm all for it. But we have the same issues we had 3 years ago and if losing more manufacturing jobs than we produced can be spun around to look good, what are we in for? Time is not on our side as my discussions on the FDA and other pharmaceutical companies still has not seen drug costs go down or even worse safe in some instances. Slick and criminal lobbyists are killing our country and when we see drug prescription out of control who's winning? The pharmaceutical companies, lobbyists and those who write the prescriptions. Get ready for more political jargon the next 10 months but in the end if we don't say no to corrupted values employed by greedy organizations the winner will be once again Wall Street, Lobbyists and our Pharmaceutical friends.</div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your speci<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XFF2K1Pjtbg/TyAOaVHUoEI/AAAAAAAABJ4/-fH50JMyCZQ/s1600/Canada%2Bspa%2Bday%2Bgift%2Bbasket%2Bsoap5a.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 165px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XFF2K1Pjtbg/TyAOaVHUoEI/AAAAAAAABJ4/-fH50JMyCZQ/s200/Canada%2Bspa%2Bday%2Bgift%2Bbasket%2Bsoap5a.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701572973758292034" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>al occasion memorable."<br />View Larger Image<br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Canada_soap3d.html">Spa Day Gift Box</a><br /><br />3 large soap bars (Lavender, Oatmeal Honey, Tea Tree &amp; Eucalyptus): 1 Peppermint &amp; Tea Tree Whipped Shea Butter, 1 Peppermint &amp; Tea Tree Sea Salt Foot Scrub, 1 Cool Lips Cocoa Mint Lip Balm<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> <div> </div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8217771027420457060?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-76006334755261670982012-01-24T10:35:00.001-05:002012-01-24T10:39:31.381-05:00<div><span>Recently I have been discussing the amount of prescription drugs allowed and prescribed by doctors that has lead to terrible addiction and death. If you saw the headline I did in newsday.com entitled "UN: U.S. consumes 80% of world's oxycodone" you would comment on it also. What in the world is going on and does the word morality apply to anyone prescribing these drugs. If you are sick and then given powerful addictive drugs what do they expect happens if the person uses them for any extended period of time? You get used to feeling one way and before you know it you have a problem. We sit by and think it can't happen to you but in reality we all have limits. Noting the problem facing our out of control prescription writing, let me give you some facts I picked up from this article:</span></div> <div><span>"Gram for gra</span><span>m, people in the United States consume more narcotic medications than any other nation worldwide, a factor some experts say is driving an epidemic of pain-pill abuse. "We've gotten too used to popping pills in this country," said Dr. Andrew Kolodny, chief of psychiatry at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn. "There are other ways to deal with pain."But doctors who treat chronic-pain patients contend the drugs are vital to managing intractable pain." </span></div> <div><span>Surely they can see that there is a right and wrong way to measuring the number of drugs prescribed? When we walk around in a daze and then crave the drug ---then you see crime and murder rates goes up. Who solves the problem? Laws are not enforced so when you look for answers your head spins in all directions. Enough said as we have more people on this trail to destruction than any drug in the market, and that's scary when you see no end in sight.</span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">g</span></strong></a></span><span><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">ift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rEvVvtmHuDc/Tx7Qh-bGA2I/AAAAAAAABJs/TZKjZ-wXSB4/s1600/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 75px; height: 100px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rEvVvtmHuDc/Tx7Qh-bGA2I/AAAAAAAABJs/TZKjZ-wXSB4/s200/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701223460408525666" border="0" /></a><br /><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Sunries%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html">'Sunrise' Loaf Of Soap With Cutter And Cutting Board</a><br /></span><br /><span>This gift set comes with a bamboo cutting board and a 'krinkle' hand soap cutter. The all natural and handcrafted loaf in refreshing 'sunrise' scent is 6 inches in length and wei</span><span>ght approx. 20 oz. Our soap cuts very easily and with a full loaf you can cut as little or as much as you need.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7600633475526167098?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-85073108611339376622012-01-23T09:09:00.001-05:002012-01-23T09:13:57.566-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>I think we should know what we eat and the ingredients in them right? Well I wrote an article last year and I saw in Environmental Working Group this week the campaign they are having trying to get signatures to protest genetically engineered foods not labeled. It's quite an interesting subject and despite all the fraud we see on TV and on our food store shelves here comes the fake-out from the manufacturers. We see these products all the time but you have no idea unless you find a label--which you won't. Check out this statement that has quite a bit to say on the subject: (<a title="mailto:ewg@ewg.org" href="mailto:ewg@ewg.org">ewg@ewg.org</a>)</div> <ul><li>Genetically engineered foods are appearing on supermarket shelves with increasing frequency. More than 80 percent of crops like corn and soy are genetically engineered. Some 60 to 70 percent of processed foods available in American grocery stores likely contain some genetically engineered ingredients. We eat these common foods almost everyday.<br /></li></ul> <div>I guess we have another FDA fight on our hands similar to the medical profession that allows a steady flow of prescription drugs in the marketplace and blames the people who get hooked on them. Either the food is labeled or take it off our shelves FDA. We only have ourselves as policeman when it comes to our foods and my goodness who suffers the consequences...you. When consequences to the suppliers or arrests are instituted only then will we see healthier foods and restrictions on prescription drugs. Both are a policy for illnesses and death if we leave it alone. If you google prescription drug updates you'll be reading a long time and feel sick about the rise in deaths due to greed and not caring by the medical profession. Sad but true FDA. In the story category of you can't make this up, it's quite a novel.</div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l-2ApQ0mgIA/Tx1qyLO9tpI/AAAAAAAABJg/l4y9WEje6-0/s1600/Greece-soap%2Bgift%2Bbasket-most%2BpopularP1010550%252520Olivia.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 166px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l-2ApQ0mgIA/Tx1qyLO9tpI/AAAAAAAABJg/l4y9WEje6-0/s200/Greece-soap%2Bgift%2Bbasket-most%2BpopularP1010550%252520Olivia.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700830113562474130" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Greece_2900-02053.html"><br />Soap Gift Basket - Most Popular</a><br /><br />Give that special lady in your life the most popular Olivia beauty products in this special gift basket! This basket includes one each of the following items: Olivia Body Lotion - 10.1 fl. oz. Olivia Hand Cream - 4.3 fl. oz. Olivia Mild Exfoliating Shower Gel - 10.1 fl. oz. Olivia Shampoo For Normal-To-Dry Hair - 10.1 fl. oz. Olivia Extra Oliva Oil Soap Olivia Aloe Vera Soap Olivia Lavendar Soap Olivia Honey Soap Please note that the actual basket may differ slightly with the photo.<br /><br />Price:<br />$53.99<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8507310861133937662?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-31528696805251349662012-01-20T09:28:00.002-05:002012-01-20T09:40:25.185-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>We see all the TV hosts jump on the discovery that Paula Deen had diabetes for three years and was quiet about the subject. Making a buck aside we are told continually about healthier diets. It's our responsibility in the long run to shutout this type of cooking show. Well who allowed and watched all those unhealthy foods being shown with high ratings? The TV executives who make a fortune and us. We all knew that smoking is bad for us but it took decades before we got smoke free areas at work and in restaurants to name a few locations. But our next job is to stop the rise of cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes by banning or at least making these shows mention the detriments of their dishes. When you see obesity and illness continue in our children what's the breaking point. Lung cancer and smoking were linked in the 60's in print and now what do you say about unhealthy foods and heart attacks, diabetes and premature death if you eat these products continually? Well I don't like saying it but if we continue down this road with unhealthy diets what will our life expectancy be in the year 2030? As we have better medical care today is the quality of life better if we eat big meals and fattening desserts? Moderation in our diets is out the door and still we have cooking shows that are more popular than ever. A popular view is doing what you want! But if they have medical centers to help obesity my opinion is they must have an epidemic on their hands. Fat Farms and bad diets are linked and it's going to take a real population realization to get more restrictions on what is allowed on our shelves. Exercise aside, it's what we see on our TV and trade magazines that has now opened up a new problem unless we make them accountable by mentioning the health value of their recipes. Many years will pass before I get my wish but eventually it has to happen to protect us and slow down the rise in food related illnesses. No burgers today just a salad!</div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/France_Wild_Rose_Lavender_Big_Bat_Set.html">Wild Rose/<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ></span></span></a><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dte_zQ1ZR38/Txl8qhfbeHI/AAAAAAAABJU/JRhs6hlf8D4/s1600/France%252520wild%252520rose%252520and%252520lavender%252520big%252520bar%252520set%252520with%252520ash%252520soap%252520dish.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 141px; height: 116px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dte_zQ1ZR38/Txl8qhfbeHI/AAAAAAAABJU/JRhs6hlf8D4/s200/France%252520wild%252520rose%252520and%252520lavender%252520big%252520bar%252520set%252520with%252520ash%252520soap%252520dish.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699723873400617074" border="0" /></a></span></span>Lavender Big Bar Set<br /><br />This gift set contains two triple-milled and long lasting big bars of soaps (12oz each).Wild rose offers you a true rose fragrance with 1% white clay for deep cleansing. The lavender big bar will relax your body with the classic Provenal fragrance.<br />Each soap is wrapped in an environmentally friendly clear cellophane bag. A large handcrafted ash soap dish is included in this offering.<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-3152869680525134966?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-79505907965825624052012-01-18T09:36:00.002-05:002012-01-18T09:42:27.172-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>The recent disclosure that Paula Deen has type 2 diabetes is quite an interesting story as the issue about diet jumps to the forefront as much as her reluctance to disclose her disease earlier. The fact that our country has an epidemic with diabetes and we fail to see that diet and diabetes are linked is more astounding. Ms. Deen's rich recipes aside, we are all constantly looking to improve our heath and with diet being such a major contributor in type 2 diabetes it's a subject that can never be discussed enough. We now hear that Burger King will start delivering its products which made me jump out of my shoes. If we get to the stage that fast food is easier than it has been to find what next in the battle to keep people healthy. Food channels are on the rise and rarely do we see one solely dedicated to healthy alternatives. Eating deserts that can clog arteries is not my way of protecting us from diabetes or obesity. Ms. Deen is facing a great deal of questions this week on why she did not announce her diabetes earlier but I find it an opening to once again say we are in control of our diets... so eat better! When we look back on what we eat in later years our children will respond like we did about our parents smoking and lack of exercise 30 years ago. It's a daily battle to keep people aware of heath issues but fascinating when someone who has a TV show is brought to the front now that they have a disease like diabetes. Next time maybe fruit for dessert should be ordered? What do you think?</div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q8bW0jE7bTE/TxbaLdRZnHI/AAAAAAAABJI/2xzQGrxWDR4/s1600/Italy_Box13.jpg%2Bbath%2Bessentials.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q8bW0jE7bTE/TxbaLdRZnHI/AAAAAAAABJI/2xzQGrxWDR4/s200/Italy_Box13.jpg%2Bbath%2Bessentials.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698982268854967410" border="0" /></a></span></span><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Italy_Box13.html">Bath Essentials</a><br /><br />Everything you need for your relaxing bath ritual is in this gift set. In addition to the essential brushes and soap dish you would need for bathing and grooming, you will find a wonderful combination of L'Erbario Toscano Olive Oil products created by skilled artisans in Tuscany that pampers your body and mind. Your Gift Includes: Full Bar Grooved Soap Dish Complexion Brush Angled Body Brush Foot Shaped Brush Oval Nail Brush 200 gr L'Erbario Toscano Olive Oil Bar Soap 250ml L'Erbario Toscano Bath &amp; Shower Gel 125 ml L'Erbario Toscano After Bath Dry Body Oil<br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7950590796582562405?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-35627967358358836522012-01-17T09:21:00.002-05:002012-01-17T09:24:49.081-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>I've been speaking about the concern I have with the treatment doctors get from pharmaceutical companies and the unethical manner that seems to keep us at risk for drugs that prove to be harmful. Well to my surprise the nytimes.com article headlined " U.S. to Force Drug Firms to Report Money Paid to Doctors" brings to the surface the payoffs that have been so prevalent in the doctor-pharmaceutical relationship. As a point of interest please note these few lines from the article that prove my point:</div> <div> </div> <div>"To head off medical conflicts of interest, the Obama administration is poised to require drug companies to disclose the payments they make to doctors for research, consulting, speaking, travel and entertainment. Many researchers <a title="http://www.medpac.gov/chapters/Mar09_Ch05.pdf" href="http://www.medpac.gov/chapters/Mar09_Ch05.pdf">have found evidence</a> that such payments can influence doctors’ treatment decisions and contribute to higher costs by encouraging the use of more expensive drugs and medical devices. Consumer advocates and members of Congress say patients may benefit from the new standards, being issued by the government under the new <a class="meta-classifier" title="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/health/diseasesconditionsandhealthtopics/health_insurance_and_managed_care/health_care_reform/index.html?inline=nyt-classifier" href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/health/diseasesconditionsandhealthtopics/health_insurance_and_managed_care/health_care_reform/index.html?inline=nyt-classifier">health care law</a>. Federal officials said the disclosures increased the likelihood that doctors would make decisions in the best interests of patients, without regard to the doctors’ financial interests. Large numbers of doctors receive payments from drug and device companies every year — sometimes into the hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars — in exchange for providing advice and giving lectures. Analyses by The New York Times and others have found that about a quarter of doctors take cash payments from drug or device makers and that nearly two-thirds accept routine gifts of food, including lunch for staff members and dinner for themselves." </div> <div><a title="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/17/health/policy/us-to-tell-drug-makers-to-disclose-payments-to-doctors.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health" href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/17/health/policy/us-to-tell-drug-makers-to-disclose-payments-to-doctors.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health">http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/17/health/policy/us-to-tell-drug-makers-to-disclose-payments-to-doctors.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health</a></div> <div>What a deceptive game they played and finally an article that exposed the crime. Getting someone to take a drug that leads to further illness is a crime that has long gone unpunished. Well it's a great day when that stops but even though this may not hold back 100% of the deception at least it's a positive start.</div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date">Warmest Regards, </span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Ani</div> <div>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</div> <div> <div>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your sp<span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYrwBwwhirw/TxWEmTAfOSI/AAAAAAAABI8/xrdhRi3vwzw/s1600/Brazil%2BRomance%2Bcandle%2Bmeltssensous.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 164px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYrwBwwhirw/TxWEmTAfOSI/AAAAAAAABI8/xrdhRi3vwzw/s200/Brazil%2BRomance%2Bcandle%2Bmeltssensous.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698606696979446050" border="0" /></a></span></span>ecial occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Romance_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html">Romance Aromatherapy Candle Melt</a><br /><br />We are proud to bring you the 100% NATURAL, AROMATHERAPY "Romance" scented candle melts. NO chemical hardeners for the base, NO artificial dyes for the color, NO "top of the line" or "from natural origin" synthetic fragrance. All the candles are made using proprietary blend of vegetable wax as a single base. The colors of the candles are achieved blending different ratios of unrefined oils: Buriti oil and Tucuma pulp oil (all shades of Oranges), Açaí oil and Avocado Oil (all shades of greens), Beet root and Patauá fruit skin(all shades of purple/lavender), Annatto seed (all shades of Red) and Ucuúba Butter (all shades of Brown). . Our candle melts come with a beautiful delicate neutral color warmer.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div> <div> <div><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-3562796735835883652?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-84018768853679546732012-01-16T10:36:00.001-05:002012-01-16T10:38:38.632-05:00<h3 class="post-title entry-title"><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/2011/01/soap-basket-boutique-by-anibreast.html"><br /></a> </h3> <div class="post-header"> </div> <div id="post-body-7742825475424242079" class="post-body entry-content"> <div>Many forms of post surgery problems have been inflicted on patients without any knowledge and that's something that makes a difficult situation worse for anyone with breast cancer. I saw an article that made me concerned and needed to get it out for those in need of updates on post breast cancer surgery and treatments. The title in the newsday.com article "Breast Cancer Radiation Before 1984 Tied to Heart Disease" (<a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/breast-cancer-radiation-before-1984-tied-to-heart-disease-1.2616959%29once">http://www.newsday.com/news/health/breast-cancer-radiation-before-1984-tied-to-heart-disease-1.2616959)once</a> again mentions serious issues that effect all breast cancer patients even two decades ago. The essence of the article and the research done for its findings is mentioned below:<br />"The study results, published in the Jan. 25 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, "confirm that radiotherapy for breast cancer, such as that practiced until the mid-1980s, increased the long-term risk of death from cardiac disease," the authors said in a journal news release.In the study, the researchers tracked nearly 4,500 women who had been treated for breast cancer between 1954 and 1984 at the Institute Gustave Roussy (IGR) in Villejuif, France.All of the women in the study had survived their initial breast cancer diagnosis for a minimum of five years, and the study tracked such survivors for an average of 28 years, making it one of the few investigations to explore the long-term side effects of breast cancer treatment.The analysis, based on data from medical records and national registries, found that about two-thirds of the women had been treated with radiation during the study time-frame, according to study author Florent de Vathaire of the Radiation Epidemiology Group at INSERM and the IGR, and colleagues.The cause of death could be determined for the vast majority of the 2,637 breast cancer survivors who ultimately died before the age of 95. The investigators found that 421 died from cardiovascular disease, including 236 from cardiac diseases and 185 from vascular diseases."<br />The positive results we all want to hear about is unfortunately not what I'm reporting about today. I feel that this health alert needs to be passed on as the breast cancer community is a group that needs every bit of information to protect themselves in the future. Let me know what you think about the article and we all have to communicate to stay ahead of any health issue.<br />Warmest Regards,<br />Ani<br />President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani<br />"Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Just_Soaps.html">natural soap</a> and<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"> spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap gift b<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TTb7W1R4kUI/AAAAAAAAAcw/1qjw79UcYZk/s1600/annbas3.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; float: left; height: 176px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563910759340609858" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TTb7W1R4kUI/AAAAAAAAAcw/1qjw79UcYZk/s200/annbas3.JPG" border="0" /></a>askets, <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/wedding.html">Party Favors or 'Wedding Favors"</a> we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></div> <div><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/ghana_annbas3.html">Relaxing Gift Basket</a></div> <div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/</a><br /><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro">http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro">http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</a> </div> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8401876885367954673?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-70579231052940435832012-01-15T11:35:00.002-05:002012-01-15T11:38:14.561-05:00<div><span>When you see a headline like <u>"FDA: Novartis recall may also affect painkillers"</u> you have a strong feeling that people are in severe danger. The entire mess is pretty revealing in most cases about the risk the public is exposed to daily. We see recalls more often than we should but the degree of these powerful drugs mixed in with regular products is concerning and potentially deadly for those seriously ill patients. Take a look at an article piece below for updated information and products tainted:</span></div> <div><span>"The <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Food_and_Drug_Administration" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Food_and_Drug_Administration">Food and Drug Administration</a> is warning patients about a potential mix-up between powerful prescription pain drugs and common over-the-counter medications made at a Novartis manufacturing plant. The issue stems from manufacturing problems at a Lincoln, Neb., facility which triggered a recall Sunday of 1,645 lots of Novartis' over-the-counter drugs, including Excedrin, Bufferin, NoDoz and Gas-X. The company has received hundreds of complaints of broken and chipped pills and inconsistent bottle packaging that could cause pills to be mixed up. Consumers are advised to stop using the products and contact the company for a refund.FDA officials warned Monday that some of Novartis' over-the-counter pills may have accidentally been packaged with powerful prescription painkillers made at the same facility. The opioid drugs are sold by Endo P</span><span>harmaceuticals as <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Percocet" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Percocet">Percocet</a>, Endocet, Opana and Zydone.</span></div> <div><span><a title="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/fda-novartis-recall-may-also-affect-painkillers-1.3440244" href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/fda-novartis-recall-may-also-affect-painkillers-1.3440244">http://www.newsday.com/news/health/fda-novartis-recall-may-also-affect-painkillers-1.3440244</a></span></div> <div><span>We all should stay tuned on the subject and more importantly keep these items away from children or others who require these products for medical reasons. The "Tylenol" recall 30 years ago was the biggest I remember and we never did find out all the details. Be careful and stay aware once again consumers, it's your health at risk.</span></div> <div><span> </span><div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Swiss_Apiana_Alpine_Milk_Six_Bar_Pack.html">Apiana Alpine Mil</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PleB7sewFHI/TxMA46EBzZI/AAAAAAAABIw/sLa0-0mD68g/s1600/250_alpinemilk6pk.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PleB7sewFHI/TxMA46EBzZI/AAAAAAAABIw/sLa0-0mD68g/s200/250_alpinemilk6pk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697898931212635538" border="0" /></a><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Swiss_Apiana_Alpine_Milk_Six_Bar_Pack.html">k 6-Bar Pack</a><br /></span><br /><span>Goat milk and honey soap with a luscious fragrance featuring a hint of wild rose is offered to you in a convenient 6 pack box.<br /><br /><br />INGREDIENTS:<br /><br /><br />Palm oil, coconut oil, water, glycerin, honey, sodium chloride, goat milk extract, titanium dioxide, fragrance.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style="font-family:Arial;">cavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7057923105294043583?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-7826438862742868372012-01-13T11:55:00.002-05:002012-01-13T11:59:57.811-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >As the wife of a diabetic heart health is so important in maintaining a normal life that it's the number one risk besides blindness for those battling the disease. What can we do to implement a plan to make the risk less likely? Did you know that "About 65% of people with type 2 diabetes die of heart disease or stroke. They are two to four times more likely to die of heart disease than people without diabetes." The comments were taken from health.com (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20488762,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20488762,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20488762,00.html</a>) with a few of the ways to get started on a better health regime noted below:</span></div> <ul><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><li>Maintain positive glucose levels </li><li>Stay active with an exercise program </li><li>No smoking </li><li>Watch cholesterol levels</li></span></ul> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >As we all know with diabetes it's not going to allow you any room for error. You can live a healthy life if you realize you can't take the disease for granted as the risk is way too high. Losing weight versus living longer is a fact with diabetes and if you want more proof look at the numbers I posted the last year about the increase in diabetes due to weight gain. If you don't think it's important take another look and face facts. If you want a longer life with diabetes the game plan is out there for you but you have to embrace it. </span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nAHJwG9YLSo/TxBi3utzArI/AAAAAAAABIk/VEHNsZk6rK0/s1600/Italy_Box2B.jpgEmozione%2BBlue.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nAHJwG9YLSo/TxBi3utzArI/AAAAAAAABIk/VEHNsZk6rK0/s200/Italy_Box2B.jpgEmozione%2BBlue.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697162238196122290" border="0" /></a></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Italy_Box2B.html"><br />Emozione Blue Men's Care</a><br /><br />The sparkling notes of citruses evoke freshness. Bergamot of Calabria and Sicilian Lemon immediately cools your skin and Texas C</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >edarwood with Haitian Vetiver strengthens you with vitality.The Set Includes: 200ml Shaving Foam, 250ml Shampoo/Bath&amp;Shower Gel, 500ml Eau De Toilette, 100ml After Shave Balm<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro" href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</span></a></span><span style=";font-family:'Arial','sans-serif';font-size:10pt;color:black;" ></span></p></span></span> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-782643886274286837?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-24744696338655799462012-01-12T09:05:00.002-05:002012-01-12T09:10:56.955-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > <div>I was speaking with someone recently and they had a very serious illness in their family and then I had another friend who's parent just had a stroke. The emotions that comes with an illness in a family is more powerful than you can imagine on your health. Why does one trigger the other so quickly and its sustainable effects can damage you adversely for years? I feel that this economic situation in our country will have lasting effects on us for years and the struggle many face will show up in deadly illnesses if you let it surround your emotions. I was reading a fascinating and insightful piece in everydayhealth.com that points out better than I can what we do during a stressful illness with a loved one and how we are falling into a trap that only we can control. Take a look: (<a title="http://www.everydayhealth.com/" href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/">http://www.everydayhealth.com/</a>)</div> <div> There really is such a thing as heartbreaking grief, suggests new research that finds losing a loved one can <a title="http://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/4-unexpected-risks-for-heart-failure.aspx" href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/4-unexpected-risks-for-heart-failure.aspx">increase the risk of heart attack</a>.Within a day of a significant others death, heart attack risk was 21 times higher than normal, said researchers who looked at data on nearly 2,000 heart attack patients. And within the first week after death, the heart attack risk for the bereaved was still six times greater than usual. "<a title="http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-center/grief-and-grieving.aspx" href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-center/grief-and-grieving.aspx">Extreme grief</a> can trigger heart attacks," said lead researcher Dr. Murray Mittleman, director of the Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School in Boston. "For at least a month the risk remains elevated and likely stays up even longer," he added. The stress and anxiety of losing someone close can trigger heart-damaging biological processes, Mittleman explained. "All of this can cause a physiologic response with an increase in heart rate and blood pressure, and also can cause changes that makes blood a little bit more sticky," he said. "This can increase the risk of having a heart attack."</div> <div>Life takes more turns than we can ever imagine but seeing someone put it in writing was my goal to pass on today. 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What in the world must be the results of taking this pill if we are having trouble controlling the issue with prescription drugs now? I cant imagine the effects on the public and more importantly what are the effects on those people who get hooked on this garbage? I must say that vicodin is bad enough and the sensation of taking one was enough for me. But this new issue about releasing more powerful pills is stupid and potentially a nightmare waiting to happen on the public. I heard this on TV last week and when I read up on the potential damage to individuals I had to bring it to your attention. One of these pills will knock you off your feet! What must you have medically wrong to be prescribed one of these "legal" pills? Time to worry about the rise in prescription drugs is here so please don't allow something that takes the problem to a new level. We are told continually about protecting our famil</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >y from dangers but who's the enemy if a drug this powerful is released? The pharmaceutical companies have been as much a harmful as helpful source of comfort but now this "super" pill will inflict more damage to our citizens than anything previously sold . Stay tuned on this subject and if it's released to the public it will not be long before we hear about its misuse and deadly effects . Let me know if you heard about this issue?</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. 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Installing bulletproof glass is one measure that is needed as the robberies continue due to the terrible violence attributed to painkillers. Prescriptions for oxycodine for instance points out the terrible direction prescription drugs has on addicts as more and more people are abusing painkilling drugs. In a world where doctors tell us to take a pill I guess this type of problem was expected. Now what do we do? Limiting the prescriptions is one thing but hearing that stronger drugs will replace the old ones does not make me feel confident that we are going to settle this issue soon. If we are given prescriptions that are not regulated what's the real deal with doctor's responsibility? If we over medicate people then we are contributors to drug addiction but with a license such as a medical degree as opposed to the drug dealers on the street that sells cocaine or heroin. Ways to stop excessive drug prescriptions is only in the beginning stages but crime is on the rise. We see patients going to multiple doctors trying and get more prescriptions and in most instances they get what they want. Stronger laws and better tracking is one way to start but in the end we have to realize we don't have an isolated issue we have a national issue going on and it will not stop until we put everyone profiting from this crime behind bars. We get double the amount of pills we need in most instances and many use the prescriptions to stay on the "high" they get. Sad but true and now we see the pharmacists getting more protection based on crimes being committed that we never could of imagined. We never stop a problem unless we admit the crime is a national issue. Smoking took years and drug abuse in prescriptions is now our next hurdle to stop before we medicate everyone young and old. We have faced drug addition before but this one can cover all ages . What do you think we need to do initially to get the ball started on this problem?</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion </span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5pzjX54zaOg/TwxH2cMDj9I/AAAAAAAABIA/8mPz0d_M9Ug/s1600/Essence%252520Sea%252520Loofa%252520Soap.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 190px; height: 190px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5pzjX54zaOg/TwxH2cMDj9I/AAAAAAAABIA/8mPz0d_M9Ug/s200/Essence%252520Sea%252520Loofa%252520Soap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5696006629322100690" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >memorable."<br /><br /></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/France_Essence_Sea_Loofa_Soap.html"><br /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/France_Essence_Sea_Loofa_Soap.html">Essence Sea Loofa Soap</a></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /><br />A truly addictive soap. One of my favorites! Created in Vermont with vegetable-base, moisturizing shea butter and exfoliating sea weed for a unique scrubby feel.<br /><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-97635351856169368?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-20070394148410891952012-01-09T11:40:00.002-05:002012-01-09T11:45:57.642-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >If you want to know a health issue that's dangerous and surrounds us like many of the worst drugs imaginable, it's "Prescription Drugs." In New York the problem came to a glaring spotlight when a husband killed innocent people at a pharmacy this past summer and blamed the crime on his need to make sure his wife got the correct prescription drugs which was masking the addiction he and his wife actually had. I remember Liz Taylor brought it to the public awareness decades ago and it's now reached a epidemic state with our young addicts growing in alarming numbers. Noting that we have a big problem is stated below from a recent newsday.com article:</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"Millions of taxpayer dollars are being spent on prescription painkillers for state Medicaid recipients who jump from doctor to doctor to get their drugs -- a sign of possible abuse. The state <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/United_States_Department_of_Health_and_Human_Services" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/United_States_Department_of_Health_and_Human_Services">Department of Health</a> reviewed prescription data from the first six months of 2010 and found 46 percent of oxycodone prescriptions paid for by Medicaid went to possible doctor shoppers -</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >- people who'd filled prescriptions from two or more doctors at two or more pharmacies in a month.The state spent $66.7 million in Medicaid funds on oxycodone in 2010. If 46 percent of that amount went to potential doctor shoppers, $30 million was spent on drugs for possible oxycodone abusers last year.<a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/New_York_(state)" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/New_York_%28state%29">New York</a> consistently ranks first among states in Medicaid spending. Including federal funds, the state's Medicaid program cost $54 billion last year. Prescription payments are a fraction of overall costs. In <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Nassau_County,_NY" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Nassau_County%2C_NY">Nassau</a>, 6 percent of the $1.6 billion spent on Medicaid buys prescription drugs, Imhof said. But given the size of the state program, even a small percentage going to doctor shoppers represents millions of dollars in taxpayer expenditures."</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >It's such a shame that we continually turn our heads to drugs and if you think it's not as bad as the hard drug "addicts" take a guess again. Our country is full of people taking advantage of drugs and the incremental costs for this crime is effecting us all. Fraud is a nice word for drug users/distributors. Sorry to say we are allowing this to continue based on a badly run medical practice of making nobody accountable. Prescribing a pill for everything that bothe</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >rs us is a heck of a way to make money and kill people. Your thoughts? </span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest 2012 Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occas</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tZdkreLNC-s/TwsZj7TTEmI/AAAAAAAABH0/1DC8anmeAfg/s1600/france_SpaBasket.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 152px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tZdkreLNC-s/TwsZj7TTEmI/AAAAAAAABH0/1DC8anmeAfg/s200/france_SpaBasket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5695674258744873570" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/france_SpaBasket.html">Spa Basket</a><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Why spend all the money to travel to France. Bring our spa basket home and pamper yourself in the classic Provencal fragrance of lavender. This luxurious spa set includes: * Purifying body scrub featuring two natural exfoliants-ground bamboo stems and apricot kernel powder. * Body Lotion with healing aloe vera as well as anti-inflammatory barley milk * Pure Sea Salt in classic lavender scent * Lavender Shower Gel for a luxurious bath * Elegant bath bar in refreshing lavender * Hemp Wash Mitt hand made from hemp grown on family farms in Transylvania<br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2007039414841089195?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-74428162197609980062012-01-08T10:42:00.003-05:002012-01-08T10:48:15.115-05:00<div> <div><span>If you have seen the effects of Alzheimer's or other diseases in your elderly loved ones it's not only heartbreaking but something that's not curable despite all the doctors' opinions and research. I did see an article in nytimes.com entitled "Nutrition: 4 Vitamins That Strengthen Older Brains" that I wanted to pass on as so many people are unaware of using vitamins effectively despite all the information around us. I almost feel that despite the computer giving us instant information how many people over 60 use it consistently to find health information? A small number compared to the 40-50 group who have learned the techniques of the computer and use its information more efficiently. For those who want to research an illness how many are doing that over 60? As I said not as many as you think and the information stated below was something that I would pass on to those who fall into the non-computer user group:</span></div> <div> <p><span>"Higher blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B, <a class="meta-classifier" title="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/nutrition/vitamin-c/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier" href="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/nutrition/vitamin-c/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier">vitamin C</a>, <a class="meta-classifier" title="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/nutrition/vitamin-d/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier" href="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/nutrition/vitamin-d/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier">vitamin D</a> and vitamin E are associated with better mental functioning in the elderly, a new study has found. Researchers measured blood levels of these nutrients in 104 men and women, whose average age was 87. The scientists also performed brain scans to determine brain volume and administered six commonly used tests of mental func</span><span>tioning. The study is in the Jan. 24 issue of Neurology. After controlling for age, sex, <a class="meta-classifier" title="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/test/blood-pressure/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier" href="http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/test/blood-pressure/overview.html?inline=nyt-classifier">blood pressure</a>, body mass index and other factors, the researchers found that <a title="http://www.neurology.org/content/early/2011/12/28/WNL.0b013e3182436598.abstract" href="http://www.neurology.org/content/early/2011/12/28/WNL.0b013e3182436598.abstract">people with the highest blood levels of the four vitamins scored higher on the cognitive tests and had larger brain volume</a> than those with the lowest levels."(<a title="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/03/health/research/vitamins-b-c-d-and-e-and-omega-3-strengthen-older-brains.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health" href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/03/health/research/vitamins-b-c-d-and-e-and-omega-3-strengthen-older-brains.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health">http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/03/health/research/vitamins-b-c-d-and-e-and-omega-3-strengthen-older-brains.html?_r=1&amp;ref=health</a>)</span></p> <p><span>As noted in the article nothing is a sure fire cure but prevention is all we have to work with until we have a cure. Why can't we find a cure is something that we say for breast cancer, diabetes and so many diseases that rise annually? Lets not omit the fact that information is all we have so passing it on is more valuable than you may imagine in this case.</span></p> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest 2012 Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap B</span><span>asket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M0Q8_t607yk/Twm6atxXMWI/AAAAAAAABHo/9LjZuYxqFm8/s1600/Switzerland%252520Apiana250gardeners6pk.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M0Q8_t607yk/Twm6atxXMWI/AAAAAAAABHo/9LjZuYxqFm8/s200/Switzerland%252520Apiana250gardeners6pk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5695288171912704354" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Swiss_Apiana_Gardeners_Six_Pack.html"><br /></a><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Swiss_Apiana_Gardeners_Six_Pack.html">Apiana Gardener's 6-Bar Pack</a><br /><br />Created in the village of Erlenbach high in the Swiss Alps with a vegetable base along with calendula and comfrey, these soaps are ideal for rough and chapped hands.They contain only plant extracts, oils and lanolin- no mineral oils and no animal by-products!<br /><br /></span><br /><span>Six 3.5oz honey soaps in a convenient box.<br /><br /><br />INGREDIENTS:<br /><br /><br />Palm oil, coconut oil, water, sodium chloride, glycerin, honey, comfrey extract, calendula extract, fragrance, iron oxide color.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="color:black;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7442816219760998006?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-73638575605900039902012-01-06T08:35:00.002-05:002012-01-06T08:39:50.144-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >2012 will be the year I want to do my blog 7 days per week on medical subjects that really matter. Today I will highlight a diabetes article and an actor who knows what he's talking about. The piece I saw recently in diabetes.org entitled "<a title="http://forecast.diabetes.org/magazine/features/actor-stephen-wallem-puts-diabetes-tv" href="http://forecast.diabetes.org/magazine/features/actor-stephen-wallem-puts-diabetes-tv">Actor Stephen Wallem Puts Diabetes on TV</a> was an in depth look at his life from the time he was told at 10 that he had diabetes until today. What's the story about? Its a look at what you have to face and how success can still come despite all the life changes you have to make. Why single this article out? Easy he is a person who wants to be informative on a subject that unfortunately is a concern for all of us. Being aware that you face obstacles when you have diabetes is one thing but realizing you can live a normal life if you do the correct things is a message so many don't truly grasp. Getting emotional support along with medical support are the 2 things so essential to anyone just starting out with diabetes. As the wife of a diabetic my husband faces challenges but so does so many who are told they have diseases that require a new way of living. Please take a look at this article and hopefully you will have more information than you started out with about diabetes and creating a successful life:</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >(<a title="http://forecast.diabetes.org/magazine/features/actor-stephen-wallem-puts-diabetes-tv/?utm_source=Homepage&amp;utm_medium=DFTabArticle&amp;utm_content=dec2011&amp;utm_campaign=DF" href="http://forecast.diabetes.org/magazine/features/actor-stephen-wallem-puts-diabetes-tv/?utm_source=Homepage&amp;utm_medium=DFTabArticle&amp;utm_content=dec2011&amp;utm_campaign=DF">http://forecast.diabetes.org/magazine/features/actor-stephen-wallem-puts-diabetes-tv/?utm_source=Homepage&amp;utm_medium=DFTabArticle&amp;utm_content=dec2011&amp;utm_campaign=DF</a>)</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest 2012 Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Blossom_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html"><br />Blossom Aromatherapy Can</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qsRXf4DNqcY/Twb5gI1FdwI/AAAAAAAABHc/zGSO9-VuAHw/s1600/Brazilspringblossom%2Bcandle%2Bmelt.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 165px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qsRXf4DNqcY/Twb5gI1FdwI/AAAAAAAABHc/zGSO9-VuAHw/s200/Brazilspringblossom%2Bcandle%2Bmelt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5694513109377840898" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Blossom_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html">dle Melt</a><br /><br /></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >We are proud to bring you the 100% NATURAL, AROMATHERAPY "Blossom" scented candle melts. NO chemical hardeners for the base, NO artificial dyes for the color, NO "top of the line" or "from natural origin" synthetic fragrance. All the candles are made using proprietary blend of vegetable wax as a single base. The colors of the candles are achieved blending different ratios of unrefined oils: Buriti oil and Tucuma pulp oil (all shades of Oranges), Açaí oil and Avocado Oil (all shades of greens), Beet root and Patauá fruit skin(all shades of purple/lavender), Annatto seed (all shades of Red) and Ucuúba Butter (all shades of Brown). . Our candle melts come with a beautiful delicate neutral color warmer.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7363857560590003990?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-26739034694593901552012-01-05T09:50:00.002-05:002012-01-05T09:54:45.386-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The headline in naturalnews.com "NFL players sue league for allegedly drugging up players with dangerous painkiller drugs in order to conceal concussions" brings back to the forefront the terrible pain that NFL players have to go through to get themselves ready for a game that now is taking years off their lives. I bring this up today as the playoffs are upon us and wonder how these players are getting on the field after all those "hits?" Well it's no small wonder that they have to take drugs to numb the pain and have you seen the rate of concussions rise in the last few years? We are all aware of the popularity of the sport but when someone is knocked senseless and suffers season ending surgeries it's a problem that we dismiss as part of the game. Of note check out a piece of the article I researched and tell</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > me what you think:<br />"At least 12 former football players in the NFL have filed a lawsuit against the league for what they say is an irresponsible and highly-dangerous concussion policy. The plaintiffs allege that, before games, athletic trainers and medical staff administered injections of Toradol, a high-risk, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), to all players, regardless of their individual health conditions, in order to make them feel good for games.( <a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" title="http://www.naturalnews.com/034472_NFL_painkillers_drug_abuse.html#ixzz1hvTz4Zes" href="http://www.naturalnews.com/034472_NFL_painkillers_drug_abuse.html#ixzz1hvTz4Zes">http://www.naturalnews.com/034472_NFL_painkillers_drug_abuse.html#ixzz1hvTz4Zes</a>")</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >If you wonder why we see so many injuries take a look at what athletes in football looked like in the 40's through the 70"s and tell me about the speed of the game now as opposed to then? When running backs today are the size of lineman thirty years ago that in itself tells you the pounding players now try to live through annually. It's a problem that money hides but we are seeing the modern day gladiators suffer for years to come. Money over long term health is exhibited every weekend and that's a problem we have to address before it's too late. Peyton Manning is out with a serious neck injury but wants to risk his health?Your thoughts?</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Bask</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >et Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1tyrm_vynzQ/TwW5gQ_Qn2I/AAAAAAAABHQ/XOl_5M91jZ4/s1600/Sweet%2BRose%2BBar.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 106px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1tyrm_vynzQ/TwW5gQ_Qn2I/AAAAAAAABHQ/XOl_5M91jZ4/s200/Sweet%2BRose%2BBar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5694161267847110498" border="0" /></a><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Sweet_Roses_Double_Milled_Handcrafted_Artisan_Soaps.html">Sweet Roses Double Milled Handcrafted Artisan Soaps</a><br /><br />Four bars of 4.6-5.2oz soaps from The Amazon Rain Forest.<br /><br />Baobab is a highly moisturizin</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >g and soothing oil rich in vitamins A, D, E and F. It is an excellent cellular renewal and a superior antioxidant, which helps fight aging by improve skin's elasticity. Baobab oil helps hydrate and nourish dry and damaged skin. Cupuaçu contains phytosterols, fatty acids omegas 3 and 6, Vitamins C and A with moisturizing properties helping restore skin's natural humidity and elasticity. Babassu oil is an extraordinary emollient and moisturizer with healing and antibacterial properties. Great smelling and looking natural soaps! Ingredients: Wild-harvested and/or organically grown unrefined saponified Cupuacu butter, Baobab oil, Babassu oil, Essential oils of Geranium rose, Geranium Bourbon, Lavender and Verbena.<br /><br />NOTE: Due to the fact of working only with unrefined, non chemically modified ingredients, and no artificial colors, variations on the final color of our soaps are expected from batch to batch.<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">Last Days.....15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2673903469459390155?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-24873297189597099552012-01-04T08:45:00.002-05:002012-01-04T08:55:49.172-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Why is it that they say dog/pet owners live longer and are happier? Could it be the way our four legged friends look at us and are only wanting a few seconds of our time? Or is it that they want to protect us and in return ask for very little? I guess by now you can tell I have a dog but he's more that someone we adopted 14 years ago. Raising children was tough but our family was never the same unless our puppy was with us. Greeting me or the children at the door was a break from the tension of the day and despite my initial restraints my puppy sleeps at the foot of the bed always protecting us day or night if he hears an unfamiliar sound. Funny how health and proper diets are always in the news but the fact that our pets are as important is quite a lot to say about the unsung heroes we don't speak about near as often. When children grow up you see them off to their ne</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >w world but who stays with you until they grow old?You guessed it our pets. The holidays have come and passed and I was so lucky to see my children growing up as young adults. But it still would not be as much fun without my now much older puppy. New Year resolutions come and go but once per year I want to make sure I call out all pet owners and let them know its great having someone who never talks back but tells you they love you everyday. Some things make sense and in my life I am grateful that we found our puppy years ago hiding under the couch when we came in to see him the first time at his old owne'rs place. Do you have similar stories about your pet?</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest 2012 Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your sp</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vV5KrFdlUE/TwRZWZZi9pI/AAAAAAAABHE/Uo4VV9HCzrk/s1600/Brazil%2BCurumim%2BBabyBASK09_11.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 124px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vV5KrFdlUE/TwRZWZZi9pI/AAAAAAAABHE/Uo4VV9HCzrk/s200/Brazil%2BCurumim%2BBabyBASK09_11.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693774070213179026" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ecial occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Curumim_++Baby.html">Curumim Baby</a><br /><br />Gentle and all natural bathing for the special baby.<br /><br /><br />* Curumim Baby Bath/Massage oil - 3.4 fl.oz<br /><br /><br />*3 Bars of Curumim Baby Bath Soap- 4.3-4.5oz<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2487329718959709955?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-70159073703763796922012-01-03T09:34:00.002-05:002012-01-03T09:38:34.316-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Happy New Year once again and for all those who think we are buried in cold weather in the east this time of year guess what....runners were in their t-shirts and shorts yesterday and that's a first in my lifetime. The weather will be changing to a more seasonable temperature soon so what's better than starting off 2012 with the last days of no coats or hats? My message today is that we all are going into the tough weather time of the year in the east and we should really stay as diligent as we can with a schedule that includes exercise and proper dieting. For all my diabetic readers my husband is cutting back on starches and making a concerted effort to keep his blood sugar in the proper range. We see more and more cases of weight gain this time of the year so make it your goal to keep yourself in check and not allow stress or long hours defer you from keeping yourself in good shape. It's a hard thing to do for anyone who wakes up in the dark and comes home in the dark but you have to make time for yourself. Cold and wind in the east is natural but no matter where you live it's well known that January is an emotion change from the holidays and some find it a time to slack off and gain weight. M</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ake a resolution you can keep as one of mine was to eliminate sugar in my food so lets check with each other at certain times of 2012 and see who is still holding true. I always hope my blog is helpful and positive as we all can make ourselves healthier despite the obstacles we face.</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Lilac%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html">'Lilac' Loaf Of S</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d7AJji6Cybg/TwMSvMQIHII/AAAAAAAABG4/wzzOFlucb_c/s1600/USA-Land%2BLoaf%2Bof%2Blilac%2Bsoap.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 116px; height: 150px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d7AJji6Cybg/TwMSvMQIHII/AAAAAAAABG4/wzzOFlucb_c/s200/USA-Land%2BLoaf%2Bof%2Blilac%2Bsoap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693414955878456450" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Lilac%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html">oap With Cutter And Cutting Board</a><br /><br />This gift set </span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >comes with a bamboo cutting board and a 'krinkle' hand soap cutter. The all natural and handcrafted loaf in refreshing 'lilac' scent is 6 inches in length and weight approx. 20 oz. Our soap cuts very easily and with a full loaf you can cut as little or as much as you need.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7015907370376379692?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-27428191633842490582012-01-02T11:38:00.002-05:002012-01-02T12:14:22.779-05:00<div> <div><span>As the New Year rings in, it's always common that we say we want to do things better in the coming year otherwise classified as a "resolution." But as we know those good intensions have a way of being put on hold . But what's a good resolution? Getting healthier or stopping something harmful that effects you and others is a start? I researched some positive resolutions in health.com recently (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20452233,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20452233,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20452233,00.html</a>) and take notice of some common but still interesting resolutions that you may incorporate in 2012:</span></div> <div><span>- Lose Weight</span></div> <div><span>- Stay in touch</span></div> <div><span>- Stop Smoking</span></div> <div><span>- Save Money </span></div> <div><span>- Cut your Stress</span></div> <div><span>- Go back to school</span></div> <div><span>- Cut back on alcohol</span></div> <div><span>- Volunteer</span></div> <div><span>- Travel</span></div> <div><span>- Get more sleep</span></div> <div><span>As easy as some are it's not bad to add one to your goals in 2012 and see if you can continue it for the calendar year. Why not? It's fun to see what you wrote down and then go back to it quarterly. In the coming days we are facing a new year so why not challenge ourselves and see if we can do something that makes life a bit better for us individually. Do you make resolutions?</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Bou</span><span>tique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1CK4qfmVt1s/TwHlt8jAOvI/AAAAAAAABGs/1xqJ7_3PCbs/s1600/Italy_Box9A.jpg%2Ble%2Bdeliziose%2Bnourishing%2Bbath%2Bselection.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 175px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1CK4qfmVt1s/TwHlt8jAOvI/AAAAAAAABGs/1xqJ7_3PCbs/s200/Italy_Box9A.jpg%2Ble%2Bdeliziose%2Bnourishing%2Bbath%2Bselection.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693083981482834674" border="0" /></a><br /><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Italy_Box9A.html">Le Deliziose Nourishing Bath Selection</a><br /></span><br /><span>This deliciously nourishing, fruity bath selection from Florence will energize and invigorate all your senses. Refresh and enjoy the beauty of old Florence. Your Gift Includes: 150 gr Natural Peach Soap Bar 150 gr Natural Fig Soap Bar 150 gr Natural Lavender soap Bar 3</span><span>00 ml IL Frutteto Body Cream<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">Last Days.....15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2742819163384249058?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-43851473027088471452011-12-31T16:20:00.003-05:002011-12-31T16:23:23.749-05:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZOIgaRKaIh0/Tv99GYyehoI/AAAAAAAABGg/Uy0hDcRD7mY/s1600/sbbLogo_small.png"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 185px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZOIgaRKaIh0/Tv99GYyehoI/AAAAAAAABGg/Uy0hDcRD7mY/s200/sbbLogo_small.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5692406002706450050" border="0" /></a><br />HAPPY &amp; HEALTHY NEW YEAR !<br /><br /><br />FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT SOAP BASKET BOUTIQUE BY ANI<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-4385147302708847145?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-11973030376240719222011-12-29T10:10:00.002-05:002011-12-29T10:16:29.136-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Want to hear something that made sense and in the end was a great article to read ""25 Healthy Recipes for a Vegetarian Feast." I wrote earlier this week about a similar subject but it's never wrong letting everyone know that it's OK to eat more this season but "correctly." I know we all are not vegetarians but what's most important in the article (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20320446,00.html?xid=healthyeating12222011" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20320446,00.html?xid=healthyeating12222011">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20320446,00.html?xid=healthyeating12222011</a>) is the selections that are open to us. What we do with our diets is our own choice but "Lasagna With Fall Vegetables, Gruyère, and Sage Béchamel" is an alternative that made sense to me so why not try it? After breast cancer I got more health conscious and my blog is really my communication and research for alternative solutions. What we unfortunately have done for years is "Taken our health for granted" so when I update you on healthier suggestions it's only a thought that may be helpful. Taking a walk after a meal or making sure your exercise cycle has not been changed is a necessity during the holiday period. Ja</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >nuary is a very different month because we all fall back into our routines but let's make the next few days a bit healthier than we did last year. Alcohol and fatty foods are all around us so just dismissing them will save calories and weight gain. Did you ever notice the salty foods that are served at restaurants this time of year disguised as snacks? French fries and chips are so bad for our health but we still consume endless amounts despite the warnings. Hey, do restaurants care...Heck No! When we stop caring that's when we really are in trouble. Take a look at the article and in the end you'll get a few ideas that may make a pizza or nachos seem less desirable? A salt free New Years Eve may be fun!</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Sunries%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html"><br />'Sun</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vfYHSUU2CLE/TvyEL9-_epI/AAAAAAAABGU/g0cq25jK1kM/s1600/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 75px; height: 100px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vfYHSUU2CLE/TvyEL9-_epI/AAAAAAAABGU/g0cq25jK1kM/s200/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691569370241661586" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Sunries%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html">rise' Loaf Of Soap With Cutter And Cutting Board</a><br /><br />This gift set comes with a bamboo cutting board and a 'krinkle' hand soap cutter. The all natural and handcrafted loaf in refreshing 'sunrise' scent is 6 inches in length and weight approx. 20 oz. Our soap cuts very easily and with a full loaf you can cut as little or as much as you need.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-1197303037624071922?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-91328237182853981682011-12-28T09:51:00.002-05:002011-12-28T09:55:02.016-05:00<div> <div><span>"The top fat burning foods" headline (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20553780,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20553780,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20553780,00.html</a>) made me sit up and take notice today as we all have to maintain our weight during the most tested time of the year due to all the fattening foods that come our way. Despite all the things we think, it's a challenge if you don't maintain an exercise and diet schedule, but what foods are best to eat? Here's a look at some top fat burning foods that we all should take notice of:</span></div> <div><span>- Whole Grains</span></div> <div><span>- Lean meats</span></div> <div><span>- Low fat dairy </span><span>products</span></div> <div><span>- Green Tea</span></div> <div><span>- Lentils</span></div> <div><span>- Hot Peppers</span></div> <div><span> </span></div> <div><span>It's interesting that we have to be so diligent but what else can we do? We all know the dangers of gaining weight and its potential effects especially if we have an illness we must keep in check like diabetes. What's most important is not looking down at the scale on January 1st and seeing an extra 5-10 pounds and figuring out what to do next? I try to do the opposite every year at this time and say "No" to cakes and fattening foods. But in the end it's up to us so this short conversation today is to stay in shape and be aware next few days as get togethers and parties are at an all-time high. Getting healthier is hard work so don't let the thought that you can take a week off lure you into false conclusions. Let's check our scales and see if we actually took care of ourselves come January?</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_celebration_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html"><br />Celebration Aromath</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2cOHvdJtkh0/TvstnJu07fI/AAAAAAAABGI/Rq2nK3OaFzg/s1600/Brazil%2Bcelebration%2Bcandle%2Bmeltjoyfull.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 157px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2cOHvdJtkh0/TvstnJu07fI/AAAAAAAABGI/Rq2nK3OaFzg/s200/Brazil%2Bcelebration%2Bcandle%2Bmeltjoyfull.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691192704763227634" border="0" /></a><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_celebration_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html">erapy Candle Melt</a><br /><br />We are proud to bring you the 100% NATURAL, AROMATHERAPY "Celebration" scented candle melts. NO che</span><span>mical hardeners for the base, NO artificial dyes for the color, NO "top of the line" or "from natural origin" synthetic fragrance. All the candles are made using proprietary blend of vegetable wax as a single base. The colors of the candles are achieved blending different ratios of unrefined oils: Buriti oil and Tucuma pulp oil (all shades of Oranges), Açaí oil and Avocado Oil (all shades of greens), Beet root and Patauá fruit skin(all shades of purple/lavender), Annatto seed (all shades of Red) and Ucuúba Butter (all shades of Brown). . Our candle melts come with a beautiful delicate neutral color warmer.<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span><br /></span></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-9132823718285398168?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-88961121283956967102011-12-27T09:09:00.002-05:002011-12-27T09:14:15.152-05:00<div id="post-body-1463075901029914430" class="post-body entry-content"> <div>Caring for diabetic wounds is essential to stop infection and keeping all issues at a minimum is something not to ignore at anytime. Reading a recent note (<a href="http://www.jnjfirstaid.com/diabetescare/wound-care.jsp">http://www.jnjfirstaid.com/diabetescare/wound-care.jsp</a>) about diabetic care on a Johnson &amp; Johnson site made me want to share the information to you as I rarely see this kind of page written so concisely. Why can a diabetic be so at risk and why is it essential to get any wound cared for immediately? Let's say simply that a diabetic does not have the same healing time frame that a non-diabetic has and because of that the longer period of exposure leads to more potential infections and that's the beginning of terrible consequences if not controlled. Anyone who has diabetes or has a family member who has it realizes quick and immediate action has to take place. My husband caught an infection because he did not take the proper steps in his early years with diabetes and he now is very quick to get to the medicine cabinet if any cut materializes in either work or play. The article's opening paragraph states the essence of the message:<br />• Immediate wound care treatment is extremely important for people with diabetes, because an infection can lead to serious health problems. Always discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor and /or podiatrist, even for the care of minor wounds and skin cracks. Treat even small wounds as an emergency if you have diabetes:<br />The best way to keep areas that are most effected by potential problems such as your feet safe is to not expose your skin to places that could cause cuts. Running without socks leads to blisters and potential infections if not watched closely. Even walking barefoot in areas that have rocks or glass particles around could create unwarranted issues if your not careful. Safety first is a great slogan and that's what diabetics always have to have in the back of their minds to avoid infections and the problems they cause. Read the article and I think you'll be informed about the importance of "safety first." Let me know what you think and also let me know what you what to discuss about any diabetic issue.<br />Warmest Regards,<br />Ani<br />President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani<br /> Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Just_Soaps.html">natural soap</a> and <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Just_Soaps.html">Natural" soap</a> and spa gift baskets or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorableWhether it's "Natural" soap gift baskets<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TRyQvaJdvzI/AAAAAAAAAZs/-Hwl1-cgmbk/s1600/France%2Bprovence%2BSante%2BVervain%2Bbath%2BSoap.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; float: left; height: 200px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556475184415620914" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TRyQvaJdvzI/AAAAAAAAAZs/-Hwl1-cgmbk/s200/France%2Bprovence%2BSante%2BVervain%2Bbath%2BSoap.jpg" border="0" /></a>, Party Favors or 'Wedding Favors" we want to make your special occasion memorable.<br /></div> <div><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/France_Provence_Sante_Vervain_Bath_Soap_7_oz.html">Provence Sante Vervain Bath Soap</a></div> Triple milled French soaps with a sweet citrusy fragrance and also enriched with shea butter will offer you an exceptional lather and affordable luxury.<br /><br /> <div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/</a><br /><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a> <a href="http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/">http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/</a> </div> <div><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbaI1vtVGrE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbaI1vtVGrE</a><br />Gift Baskets and specialty 'Favors" for every occasion including Holiday, Birthday, Thank You, Sympathy, New Baby, Wedding Shower, College Student, Corporate, Get Well, Welcome and Party! </div> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8896112128395696710?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-26390225926894110662011-12-25T10:12:00.003-05:002011-12-25T10:14:08.450-05:00<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="2"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FJNgs-7M_Kg/Tvc9px31h3I/AAAAAAAABF8/sbXGo1hrxqA/s1600/sbbLogo_small.png"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 185px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FJNgs-7M_Kg/Tvc9px31h3I/AAAAAAAABF8/sbXGo1hrxqA/s200/sbbLogo_small.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5690084442177374066" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:130%;"><b><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Chr</b></span><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:130%;"><b>istmas Bells</b></span></td></tr> <tr> <td class="rule" colspan="2" height="1"><img alt=" gif" src="http://z.about.com/" border="0" width="1" height="1" /></td></tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><b>Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1864)</b></span></td></tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"><img alt="clr gif" src="http://z.about.com/" width="1" height="24" /></td></tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"> </span><div><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><br />I heard the bells on Christmas Day<br />Their old, familiar carols play,<br /> And wild and sweet<br /> The words repeat<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!<br /><br />And thought how, as the day had come,<br />The belfries of all Christendom<br /> Had rolled along<br /> The unbroken song<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!<br /><br />Till ringing, singing on its way,<br />The world revolved from night to day,<br /> A voice, a chime,<br /> A chant sublime<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!<br /><br />Then from each black, accursed mouth<br />The cannon thundered in the South,<br /> And with the sound<br /> The carols drowned<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!<br /><br />It was as if an earthquake rent<br />The hearth-stones of a continent,<br /> And made forlorn<br /> The households born<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!<br /><br />And in despair I bowed my head;<br />“There is no peace on earth,” I said;<br /> “For hate is strong,<br /> And mocks the song<br />Of peace on earth, good-will to men!”<br /><br />Then pealed the bells more loud and deep:<br />“God is not dead, nor doth He sleep;<br /> The Wrong shall fail,<br /> The Right prevail,<br />With peace on earth, good-will to men.”<br /></span></div> <div><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;">For all my Soap Basket Boutique By Ani friends, may all your dreams and wishes come true in the coming year......Ani Cavagnaro<br /><br /><br /></span><div> <div><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;">Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color:#669922;">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color:#669922;">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color:#669922;">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."</span></div></div> <div> <div><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;">http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;"><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, helvetica;font-size:85%;"><br /></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2639022592689411066?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-9679102603113405982011-12-24T09:47:00.003-05:002011-12-24T09:51:56.797-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Georgia;">On this day before Christmas I wanted to thank you for your support and kindness in 2011. It's easy to understand why I opened this business when I read your letters of encouragement and comments about the natural soaps I offer. Nothing is more important to me as a breast cancer survivor than good health and keeping chemicals off your skin and internally. As we all look forward to the new year let's make a deal that we all take the time to care for ourselves and others. I wanted to leave off with a short poem that points out the meaning of Christmas throughout the year:</span></span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Georgia;">Christmas is forever, not for just one day,<br />for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away<br />like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.<br />The good you do for others is good you do yourself...<br />~Norman Wesley Brooks, "Let Every Day Be Christmas," 1976</span><br /></span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Holiday Wishes, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bOIR_ZU3OF8/TvXmx2PQgFI/AAAAAAAABFk/DyK4lODknHQ/s1600/BrazilPetitte%2BPleasures%2Bthree.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 168px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bOIR_ZU3OF8/TvXmx2PQgFI/AAAAAAAABFk/DyK4lODknHQ/s200/BrazilPetitte%2BPleasures%2Bthree.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5689707448299978834" border="0" /></a><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Pettite_Pleasures_Three.html">Pettite Pleasures III</a><br /><br />A great assortment of 3 full size soaps that offers you a sensational and relaxing bath experience! Each bar of soap is carefully handcrafted with saponified oils of seeds and nuts from the Amazon Rain Forest. There are no artificial colors or chemically modified ingredients in our soaps.<br />This set includes:<br /><br /><br />* Double Milled Handcrafted Patcouli/Orange Soap. 4.6 - 5.0 oz<br /><br /><br />* Double Milled Handcrafted Chocolate/Açaí Soap 4.6 - 5.2 oz<br /><br /><br />* Double Milled Handcrafted Cupuacu Baobab Oil Soap 4.6 - 5.2 oz<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div> </div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-967910260311340598?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-75484677250446364232011-12-23T09:21:00.002-05:002011-12-23T09:28:26.846-05:00Happy Friday and best wishes to all of you especially those who are shopping in the madness of your local shopping malls. I felt compelled to get into the holiday spirit by thanking all those who have bought natural products from me and for the lovely comments about my website stories which are the foundation of my business. Getting a blog story created everyday is not difficult especially if you follow the breast cancer and diabetic stories I comment on. The lack of leadership in government and the greedy political money exchangers create health concerns that make us all prepared for the worst because of these practices.<br />Looking forward, one thing that takes us all to a better spot is the energy that comes this time of year and the unbridled expectations of better things to come in our lives. Never was it more fun than seeing my children come down from their rooms and being appreciative of the gifts Santa brought. Hours of gift wrapping and in two minutes they were all opened...Amazing! On this 23rd of December lets give thanks for friends and family and always make sure that our health is never taken for granted.<br />Warmest Regards,<br />Ani<br />President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani<br />."<span style="font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 85%;" id="role_document">Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Canada_soap3c.html">Best Seller</a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TQTgboQRUZI/AAAAAAAAAXg/5mNvLMiCZKo/s1600/soap5a.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; float: left; height: 165px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5549807406094045586" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TQTgboQRUZI/AAAAAAAAAXg/5mNvLMiCZKo/s200/soap5a.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Canada_soap3c.html">s Gift Box</a> From Canada- Lavender, Cocoa Peppermint, Lemongrass<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xscQxk0RugA">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xscQxk0RugA</a><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/</a><br /><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/">http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro">http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro">http://www.facebook.com/ani.cavagnaro</a><br />Gift Baskets and specialty 'Favors" for every occasion including Holiday, Birthday, Thank You, Sympathy, New Baby, Wedding Shower, College Student, Corporate, Get Well, Welcome and Party!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7548467725044636423?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-45494175003991115252011-12-22T09:59:00.001-05:002011-12-22T10:02:33.086-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >As a breast cancer survivor we have a responsibility to pass on to others breast cancer news and updates. I wanted to recommend today an article that I saw in newsday.com entitled "Top doctors: Diagnosing breast cancer" (<a title="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/top-doctors-diagnosing-breast-cancer-1.3394464" href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/top-doctors-diagnosing-breast-cancer-1.3394464">http://www.newsday.com/news/health/top-doctors-diagnosing-breast-cancer-1.3394464</a>) which alerts all women about procedures and the top doctors in the Long Island area. I realize that many of you are not in the metropolitan surroundings but the information you can review is worth taking the time. The subjects are broken down in the following categories and if you review them you can specifically follow the subject most concerning to you:</span></div> <div> <div class="module"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></div> <div class="module"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Detecting breast cancer is no longer as simple -- or as imprecise -- as it used to be. Now, a suspicious mammogram may be followed by an ultrasound examination and then an MRI scan in a process designed to prevent unnecessary biopsies. </span></div> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Here's what you should know about advances in diagnosing breast cancer:</span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><b>1. EXAMS AND MAMMOGRAMS REMAIN CRUCIAL</b></span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><b>2. ULTRASOUND MAY BE USED TO GAUGE A SUSPICIOUS LUMP</b></span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><b>3. AN MRI SCAN IS A FAIRLY NEW ADDITION TO THE PROTOCOL</b></span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><b>4. ADVANCES MAY NOT LOWER THE DEATH RATE FOR BREAST CANCER</b></span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><b>5. FURTHER IMPROVEMENT IS ON THE HORIZON</b></span></p> <p><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><strong>Please take a look and always make sure you ask questions no matter how unimportant it may seem. Passing on informatio</strong></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><strong>n never is wrong.</strong></span></p> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your spec</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wng4u6nEKcg/TvNGYVbvcqI/AAAAAAAABFY/6fFAsvPc5RA/s1600/Brazil%2BHeavenly%2BMaracuja%2Bnew.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 130px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wng4u6nEKcg/TvNGYVbvcqI/AAAAAAAABFY/6fFAsvPc5RA/s200/Brazil%2BHeavenly%2BMaracuja%2Bnew.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5688968138183373474" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ial occasion memorable."<br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Heavenly_Maracuja.html">Heavenly Maracujá</a><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Starting with the sof</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >test loofah in the world wrapped into adouble milled Passion Fruit bar, you will be improving your circulation and removing the dead skin cells. After the bath a deeply nourishing and restorative Mandarin/Lavender Body Oil with a soothing, softening, moisturizing nectar will relax you and take your mind to an exotic paradise. The scent is beyond heavenly: well balanced citric/floral mix of Passion Fruit Lavender and Geranium Bourbon, will leave your skin supremely soft with an exotic fragrance. Complete the treatment with one of our most looked after citric solid perfume.<br /><br />This set includes 4 items : * Double Milled Handcrafted Passion Fruit Soap 4.5-5.0 oz * Heavenly scented Mandarin/Lavender Passion Body oil. 3.4 fl.oz * Reusable Smooth Loofah Pouch * Citric Solid Perfume - .25 oz<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-4549417500399111525?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-76753236696963868342011-12-21T12:02:00.002-05:002011-12-21T12:06:46.792-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let's face facts all you diabetics "we have to watch our weight " and the holidays are not making it easier for you? But let me give you an idea of a few snacks you can eat and also be regulated while enjoying your time with others:</span></div> <ul><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><li>Whole-grain crackers, grapes and cottage cheese </li><li>Homemade popcorn </li><li>Apples and Cheese </li><li>Black Bean Salad </li><li>Veggies and Fresh Yogurt Dip</li></span></ul> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Who made this</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > suggestion? Well health.com in an article I was looking for as an alternative to all the fatty foods most eat during the next few weeks and boy did they make me sit up and notice that you can enjoy yourself and stay fit (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20306913,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20306913,00.html">http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20306913,00.html</a>). Exercise and proper dieting is never easy but in the end it's what we have to do especially when battling diabetes. Make changes that will enhance better nutrition and never allow yourself to elevate glucose levels that endanger your health permanently. That sounds good but you need to realize it, the cumulative effects of diabetes that can hurt us all. Make your 2011 Holidays special by keeping your glucose at acceptable levels. Weigh yourself before and after the holidays and let me know how you did taking care of your diabetes?</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Holiday_Revive_Gift_Box.html">Holiday Revi</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OC7xsSdgIvo/TvISAjqdkRI/AAAAAAAABFM/oTfRlT5ol3U/s1600/Hawaii-Holiday%2BRevive%2BGift%2BBox.gif"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 117px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OC7xsSdgIvo/TvISAjqdkRI/AAAAAAAABFM/oTfRlT5ol3U/s200/Hawaii-Holiday%2BRevive%2BGift%2BBox.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5688629080104997138" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Holiday_Revive_Gift_Box.html">ve Gift Box</a><br /><br />This Revitalizing body spa gift set will treat those special people on your gift list to a tropical renewal with a Body Wash, Crème Lotion, and Tropical Mist for the Room or Body<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-7675323669696386834?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-28824458267451144282011-12-20T08:58:00.002-05:002011-12-20T09:05:19.804-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >It's Christmas time and we soon will be getting things we love or hate all on the same day. But what do we do with a gift that we will never use? I was watching an old "Seinfeld" show the other day and for the life of me it was at that time I opened up a newspaper and saw the same subject by a HomeGoods survey of 1,008 U.S. adults commenting on "re-gifted" items! I had to look at the survey they spoke about and let me give you an idea about re-gifted items popularity in case you want to think you are the only one:</span></div> <ul><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><li>46% Never </li><li>29% A few times </li><li>18 % Once </li><li>7% Many Times</li></span></ul> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >It was a funny "Seinfeld" show but in reality we all face the fact we get gifts that we find awful and we do pass them on without much thought. The smart people find a perfect home for these discarded gifts. We all have family or friends we can't shop for so we just say "tell me what you want and I'll get it"? But when we buy something someone re-gifts do you really care or does it become an attack on you? I say who cares! But if over 50% of people do re-gift when do we find out the truth that we do buy lousy gifts? Just when you feel that you have great style here comes the gift you bought two years ago for your friend handed to another while your standing there. Makes for a funny TV episode but many are not amused. What do you think and did that ever happen to you?</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury y</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ou deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/EKOVE_Day_Night.html"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ></span></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8p4EqhkhfFo/TvCV9EbCy6I/AAAAAAAABFA/542J2lgiN7Q/s1600/Brazil%2Bekodaynight.jpg-.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 106px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8p4EqhkhfFo/TvCV9EbCy6I/AAAAAAAABFA/542J2lgiN7Q/s200/Brazil%2Bekodaynight.jpg-.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5688211205760666530" border="0" /></a></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/EKOVE_Day_Night.html">EKOVE Day And Night</a><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Once you try Ekove Day and Night Balm, you'll never go back to any other skin </span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >care line. Your Set Includes: Rejuvenating &amp; Repairing Night Balm - 1 oz Nourishing &amp; Moisturizing Day Balm<br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-2882445826745114428?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-46285299507735354952011-12-19T10:50:00.003-05:002011-12-19T10:56:07.755-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let's talk about something that we all have seen slow down during the Holidays but the numbers are still high. Guess what I'm talking about? Parties? No! Gifts? No way if you have kids who find presents you never enough knew existed. It's Christmas Cards you send and receive as I just saw an interesting survey from Vistaprint and Zoomerang on-line surveys that points out numbers I want to share.</span></div> <ul><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><li>33% 10 or fewer </li><li>35% 11-25 </li><li>23% 26-50 </li><li>6% 51-75 </li><li>4% 75 or more</li></span></ul> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I was in the 35% range as of this writing and that's down a bit over last year and substantially over 10 years ago. Is it that we have so little time? I think we are all finding the economy and more entrepreneurial jobs take us away from traditionally of</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >fices at least in my case. What's uncertain is the effects it has on casual relationships and such who make annual connections through card sending. As I have mentioned, times are changing but does the little Christmas Card have to really go way? What do you think I'd love to know?</span></div> <div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special oc</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >casion memorable."<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/A-Year_Of_Soaps.html">A Year Of Soap</a></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UDecJf5ABcY/Tu9d8WxVhpI/AAAAAAAABE0/ermthCySQyY/s1600/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 105px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UDecJf5ABcY/Tu9d8WxVhpI/AAAAAAAABE0/ermthCySQyY/s200/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5687868145878271634" border="0" /></a><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/A-Year_Of_Soaps.html">s</a><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >This is a collection of 12 hand made bars for the person that enjoys the finer things. These </span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >scented soaps include such fragrances as vanilla strawberry, fruit slices and mango papaya. This gift will bring warm thoughts of you all year long. Don't give another gift of flowers or candy. Give that special person a unique and thoughtful gift that is charming, useful and healthy. The basket contains 12 different scented bars of our 3.5 oz 'hand &amp; face' soap. All of our soap is hand made and hand cut so they may vary slightly in size and weight.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-4628529950773535495?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-68258400854942734062011-12-16T08:12:00.002-05:002011-12-16T08:17:00.435-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Research, Research, Research! Today I wanted to research an article that brings to light all the things I blog about so frequently regarding soap and skin care. What's my message is simple, what you put on your body is what gets into your system and therefore can hurt you if you continue the onslaught of chemicals and harmful ingredients into your blood stream. I found an old naturalnews.com article that still stands out today entitled "The Benefits of Using Real, Natural Soap" which presents a powerful message. Check out a few lines as I highly believe this will never grow old no matter how many years pass:(<a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" title="http://www.naturalnews.com/026110_soap_natural_clay.html#ixzz1gWIvk6S4" href="http://www.naturalnews.com/026110_soap_natural_clay.html#ixzz1gWIvk6S4">http://www.naturalnews.com/026110_soap_natural_clay.html#ixzz1gWIvk6S4</a>)</span></div> <div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The next time you walk down the soap aisle at your favorite store enjoying the fresh, clean scents and the bright colorful packaging, pay attention. Look at the labels. The vast majority of the products on the shelf don't say 'soap' on their labels. They might be called beauty bars, moisturizing bars, or body bars, but not soap. That's because these bars aren't actually soap and can't legally claim to be; they're detergents. The manufacturers have removed most of the 'good' stuff that occurs in the soap making process, and replaced it with synthetic lathering agents and harsh chemicals. These cheap, plentiful detergent bars are not only </span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >bad for your skin, but they're also bad for the planet, too.<br /><b>What's so bad about it?</b><br />Commercial soap manufacturers make it a practice to remove the glycerine that is produced during the saponification (soap-making) process. The glycerine is a highly profitable substance, often sold to other companies who use it to make lotions and moisturizers, which your skin, now dried out from the harsh detergent 'soap,' desperately needs</span></div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Please read the rest of the article and as a breast cancer survivor my main goal is to point out skin products that can be harmful and how easy it is to make a change in your bathing habits that may save your life! It's your health and you make the call.</span></div> <div style="border: medium none; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none;"> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aywRQd5-UTw/TutEsKzVYfI/AAAAAAAABEo/SjZiWVgOgCc/s1600/Italy%2BDei%2BColi%2BFiorentini%2BHeavenly%2BGift%2BSet.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 156px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aywRQd5-UTw/TutEsKzVYfI/AAAAAAAABEo/SjZiWVgOgCc/s200/Italy%2BDei%2BColi%2BFiorentini%2BHeavenly%2BGift%2BSet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5686714480089981426" border="0" /></a><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Italy_Box7.html">Dei Colli Fiorentini Heavenly Gift Set</a><br /></span><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Take an aromatic journey through the bloomy perfumes of Florentine Hills to restore your body and spirit. Elegantly wrapped in a feather design box. Your gift includes: 8.8 oz Sweet Violet Soap 8.8 oz Tuscan Lavender Soap 8.8 oz Broom Soap 75 ml L'Erbario Toscano Hand Cream 250 ml L'Erbario Toscano Body Milk<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-6825840085494273406?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-17630185304597221922011-12-15T09:34:00.002-05:002011-12-15T09:38:20.309-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Have you noticed more and more shoppers are looking for skin products that in the end are just harmful chemicals applied to their skin? As a person who is not only a breast cancer survivor but someone who thinks it's false advertising to proclaim "romantic scents" but don't talk about the ingredients...It's wrong! I write my blog daily as my main purpose is to get everyone to understand that reading a label or finding out what's really applied to your skin is a responsibility that is not too much to ask and in the end may save you from cancer. We all love beautiful scents but applying it so often that your skin becomes a 'toxic" landing spot is not what you want. How many of us use cleaning products that give off a chemical smell that makes our eyes water? More people than you think and we still use the products because we don't read or understand the dangers. Toxic free products are sold on the market and many days I hear Don and Deirdre Imus the radio hosts (<a title="http://www.imusranchfoods.com/index1.aspx?BD=18129" href="http://www.imusranchfoods.com/index1.aspx?BD=18129">http://www.imusranchfoods.com/index1.aspx?BD=18129</a>) proclaim their products are better and just as effective as the r</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >egular more accepted brands? From all indications it's true and if hospitals are now moving away from traditional brands why not use these newer products in our homes now? If one harmful product is eliminated from your life this week, how would you feel about that? Take 2 products per month and multiply that by a year and you get my message. Being careful is our responsibility because as you have seen in all media accounts, nobody wins except the companies who distribute those products. Let me know what you think?</span></div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span></span></span></div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "Candle Melts" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yBTxlPr96As/TuoGJ0auw5I/AAAAAAAABEc/ZfTY1mMZ7YU/s1600/Guiltless%2BChocolate%2BAnd%2BAcai%2BBar.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 95px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yBTxlPr96As/TuoGJ0auw5I/AAAAAAAABEc/ZfTY1mMZ7YU/s200/Guiltless%2BChocolate%2BAnd%2BAcai%2BBar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5686364245268022162" border="0" /></a><br /><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Guiltless_Chocolate_And_Acai_Double_Milled_HandCrafted_Soap_Bars.html">Guiltless Chocolate And Acai Double Milled Handcrafted Soap Bars</a><br /><br />Four Double Milled Handcrafted Chocolate and Acai Bars from The Amazon Rain Forest. 4.6-5.2oz each. Our Chocolate and Açaí bar is made of pure cocoa liquor and cocoa butter along with the amazing powerful anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Acai oil. Cacao butter has moisturizing and nourishing properties and is rich in Vitamin E, which helps soothe and hydrate the skin thus improving the production of collagen and elastin. Açaí oil is super rich in chlorophyll which helps in the growth and repair of tissues, delivers magnesium and helps the blood in carrying the much needed oxygen to all cells and tissues. It stimulates red blood cells to improve oxygen supply. Along with other vitamins found in Açaí oil, such as A, C and E, chlorophyll has been seen to help neutralize free radicals that damage healthy cells. Ingredients: Wild-harvested and/or organically grown unrefined saponified Cocoa butter and Cocoa liquor, Açaí oil, Coconut, Vanilla Powder, Essential oils of Cinnamon, Clove, Ginger, and Lime<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div></div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-1763018530459722192?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-37022427208889562922011-12-14T12:45:00.002-05:002011-12-14T12:49:50.049-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >It was great to hear recently that "Holiday" online sales are up 15% and for an owner with a Soap and Spa Gift Basket online business that made me feel great knowing more people are relying on the Internet for products they don't have the time to shop otherwise. The benefits of ordering online are vast as we all are busy and have difficulty getting the products we want quickly besides the fact we may not find them in a store? What's important also is the quality you are looking for is at the tip of your finger if you shop diligently. What a great way to save gas, time and travel by searching for quality products. Shipping last minute is not an issue with most online companies and if you think about the ease of doing this what's better than that? Getting used to searching the web may be difficult at times for beginners but once you get the hang of it you'll love the freedom of online shopping. What my company offers in regard to all natural products not easily found in st</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ores has been a real joy from what my customers write on my blog. Let me share a recent Bloomberg article that backs up my views on the growth of online products</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"U.S. Online Holiday Sales Up 15% to $24.6 Bln, ComScore Says. U.S. spending online for the holiday season has climbed 15 percent to $24.6 billion from the year- earlier period, <a class="web_ticker" title="http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/quote?ticker=SCOR:US" href="http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/quote?ticker=SCOR:US">ComScore Inc. (SCOR)</a> said. E-commerce sales have topped $1 billion six separate days, ComScore said today in a statement. Last week’s sales were $5.9 billion, up 15 percent from the year-earlier period. This year’s holiday season has been helped by a 22 percent gain on Cyber Monday to $1.25 billion, and a 16 percent increase in sales during the Thanksgiving weekend to $1.03 billion, ComScore said. The data measured the 39-day period from Nov. 1 to Dec. 9. </span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Thank you for all your support of Soap Basket Boutique By Ani products and hopefully you'll continue to comeback and feel the joy that natural soap products do for your skin. </span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><span>Let us tr</span><span>avel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Brazil_Aromtherapy_+Candles.html">Aromatherapy Candle Melts</a>" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Sunries%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html"><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SXVHhXwNWcE/TujhjWPlRRI/AAAAAAAABEQ/2CAuJDszVBg/s1600/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 75px; height: 100px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SXVHhXwNWcE/TujhjWPlRRI/AAAAAAAABEQ/2CAuJDszVBg/s200/USA-Land%2Bsunrise%2Bloaf%2Bof%2Bsoap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5686042526937859346" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/%27Sunries%27_Loaf_Of_Soap_With_Cutter_And_Cutting_Board.html">'Sunrise' Loaf Of Soap With Cutter And Cutting Board</a><br /></span><br /><span>This gift set comes with a bamboo cutting board and a 'krinkle' hand soap cutter. The all natural and handcrafted loaf in refreshing 'sunrise' scent is 6 inches in length and weight approx. 20 oz. Our soap cuts very easily and with a full loaf you can cut as little or as much as you need.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span><div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-3702242720888956292?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-89605796870788983882011-12-13T08:57:00.003-05:002011-12-13T09:04:26.389-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"New paternal link found to Breast Cancer" was a pretty powerful headline recently in newsday.com that I wanted to pass along as we all are searching for answers and a cure for this disease. Some very interesting assessments on what a paternal link can be in a survey of Long Island woman is noted below:</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"The two most commonly inherited breast cancer mutations can trigger the disease almost a decade earlier when inherited from the paternal side of the family, a study of 130 <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Long_Island,_NY" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Long_Island%2C_NY">Long Island</a> women has found. Why dads can cause breast cancer to occur earlier remains a mystery for carriers of BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 mutations, said Dr. Juliana Shapira, director of cancer genetics at the Monter <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Cancer" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Cancer">Cancer</a> Center in <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Lake_Success,_NY" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Lake_Success%2C_NY">Lake Success</a>.The finding is so surprising, Shapira said, she and her team plan further stud</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >y of the phenomenon."No one has ever conducted a study like this, looking at the parent of origin" in the research on the two mutations, Shapira said.Shapira noted that researchers elsewhere have made a similar finding for a rare inherited form of colorectal cancer.Shapira and colleagues studied 130 women with breast or <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Ovarian_Cancer" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Ovarian_Cancer">ovarian cancer</a> caused by the BRCA 1 or 2 mutations. They winnowed their data by choosing only those patients who knew the parent who passed the gene.For BRCA 1, women with paternal inheritance developed breast cancer around age 38. With maternal inheritance, the average was about 45. For BRCA 2, those who got the gene from Dad developed the cancer at age 41 compared with 50 for those whose trait came from their moms.In another finding, Shapira said, the BRCA mutations were found in families of Irish and Jamaican descent, a departure from notions that the mutations primarily affect women of Ashkenazi Jewish background.Dr. Brian O'Hea, director of the Carol M. <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Baldwin,_NY" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Baldwin%2C_NY">Baldwin</a> Breast Care Center at <a title="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Stony_Brook_University" href="http://www.newsday.com/topics/Stony_Brook_University">Stony Brook University</a> Medical Center, said the BRCA 1 and 2 mutations account for 5 percent to 10 percent of all breast cancers.O'Hea, who wasn't involved in the Monter Center study, said scientists have just begun to scratch the surface of cancer genomics." (<a title="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/new-paternal-link-found-to-breast-cancer-1.3377278" href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/new-paternal-link-found-to-breast-cancer-1.3377278">http://www.newsday.com/news/health/new-paternal-link-found-to-breast-cancer-1.3377278</a>)</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I will keep you abreast of this story and its findings as survivors need to know. Do we need to know any piece of information in our battle? We sure do and information sharing is essential and part of the final solution to finding a cure now.</span></div> <div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Brazil_Aromtherapy_+Candles.html">Aromatherapy Candle Melts</a>" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /></span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7GYVncma8A0/TudaceY3dRI/AAAAAAAABEE/8H7PBGhRXWI/s1600/Hawaii-Holiday%2BRevive%2BGift%2BBox.gif"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 117px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7GYVncma8A0/TudaceY3dRI/AAAAAAAABEE/8H7PBGhRXWI/s200/Hawaii-Holiday%2BRevive%2BGift%2BBox.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5685612499818738962" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span><br /><span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Holiday_Revive_Gift_Box.html">Holiday Revive Gift Box</a><br /><br />This Revit</span><span>alizing body spa gift set will treat those special people on your gift list to a tropical renewal with a Body Wash, Crème Lotion, and Tropical Mist for the Room or Body<br /><br /><br /></span><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aegR939CW10/TuYRq3H-XwI/AAAAAAAABD4/6TvsKdXysUo/s1600/Hawaii-OTO%2BDeluxe%2BGift%2BBasket%2BCoconut%2BLemongrass.jpg"><br /></a><div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8960579687078898388?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-56842500282559567392011-12-12T09:31:00.003-05:002011-12-12T09:39:42.254-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I wanted to let you know some facts today that I read in the USA Today article by Liz Szabo dated 12/8/11 in the article "New drugs help control advanced breast cancer":</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"The American Cancer Society has estimated that about 6% of all cancer deaths--about 34,000 in the USA each year are caused by environmental pollutants. Even very low doses of certain chemicals can be harmful, depending on the timing of the exposure, says the report from the institute of Medicine."</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I applaud any communication on this issue as until the day I die I know that many of us breast cancer survivors have been poisoned by environmental exposure that was caused by the unregulated greed the chemical companies expose on the common citizen. Funny once again that we read</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > and see little results from qualified reporting. Even when you expose the cause the punishment is minimal if at all stopped. To sit and hope that the water or foods you eat don't have harmful chemicals is like sitting on a boat that already has a hole in it and they say get on board it's safe. We are on our own but for those of us who have seen how many steps it takes to get well after surgery, this story details factually the number of innocent deaths annually that did not have to happen. Hoping that our government has the true perspective of the problem is not the issue as much as they are looking the other way when it's call to action time. I read that the former NJ Governor says his company can't find 1.2 Billion Dollars and has no clue where it is? That's the kind of answers we get from officials when we ask to live in a clean environment? On your own my friends and buyer beware.</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><div><span>Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">natural soap and spa gift </span></strong></a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap and spa <a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">gift ba</span></strong></a><a title="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html" href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 153, 34);">skets</span></strong></a> or "<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Brazil_Aromtherapy_+Candles.html">Aromatherapy Candle Melts</a>" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aegR939CW10/TuYRq3H-XwI/AAAAAAAABD4/6TvsKdXysUo/s1600/Hawaii-OTO%2BDeluxe%2BGift%2BBasket%2BCoconut%2BLemongrass.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 106px; height: 150px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aegR939CW10/TuYRq3H-XwI/AAAAAAAABD4/6TvsKdXysUo/s200/Hawaii-OTO%2BDeluxe%2BGift%2BBasket%2BCoconut%2BLemongrass.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5685251007651405570" border="0" /></a><br /><span><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/OTO_Deluxe_Gift_Basket_Coconut_Lemongrass.html">OTO Deluxe Gift Basket Coconut Lemongrass</a><br /><br />The new Ola Tropical Organics Deluxe Gift Basket includes full size Coconut Lemongrass creme lotion, body wash, cane sugar scrub, lip balm, and Kukui Travel Candle with a sisal loofah mitt, all packed in a beautiful handwoven basket with lid, fill and ribbon to make a spectacular gift.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div><div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-5684250028255956739?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-35086709876588935962011-12-10T09:39:00.002-05:002011-12-10T09:43:55.950-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I love to shop and my husband hates it! Does that seem like your situation or is my husband the problem? Why I ask is that I saw a Consumers Report 2011 survey of 1,013 adults recently saying 68% of dread crowds and long lines the most about the holidays. Elevating the tension to a new level during the holidays is a problem but isn't it funny how one person's fear is another's joy? Can you believe that traveling was 26% and seeing certain relatives was 24%?When you write about health issues like I do I see so many surveys pass my desk but the ones that make me laugh is the direct wife and husband recreational things that project diverse statistics. Being able to enjoy something such as the holidays makes me wonder what happens for example to those who worry about weight gain during the holidays based on diets going out the window and the lack of exercise? Well in that survey I mentioned 37% of adults dread weight gain and that's second to the crowds and long lines. Offering better health alternatives is my business goal so that's an alarming % to see that so many are tr</span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >uly worried they will not eat correctly. As a young person all you here is the word "discipline" from parents, teachers and others. But in reality those discipline practices you take through life are so true and needed that I wish I could thank all those people who educated me. As we gear up to our holidays get on board and stay healthy while you enjoy the festive time of the year. Exercise is needed more than ever. Not easy but that's what new year resolutions are all about. </span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div>"Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html">natural soap and spa gift </a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"> gift ba</a><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html">skets</a>, Party Favors or 'Wedding Favors" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/A-Year_Of_Soaps.html">A Year O<span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"></span></span></span></span></a><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tzQnifg_fVs/TuNwBTkblFI/AAAAAAAABDs/Nxh6fWWgXOs/s1600/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 105px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tzQnifg_fVs/TuNwBTkblFI/AAAAAAAABDs/Nxh6fWWgXOs/s200/USA-Land%2BA%2Byear%2Bof%2Bsoaps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5684510322406954066" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span>f Soaps<br /><br />This is a collection of 12 hand made bars for the person that enjoys the finer things. These scented soaps include such fragrances as vanilla strawberry, fruit slices and mango papaya. This gift will bring warm thoughts of you all year long. Don't give another gift of flowers or candy. Give that special person a unique and thoughtful gift that is charming, useful and healthy. The basket contains 12 different scented bars of our 3.5 oz 'hand &amp; face' soap. All of our soap is hand made and hand cut so they may vary slightly in size and weight.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-3508670987658893596?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-88003868458507414732011-12-09T09:34:00.000-05:002011-12-09T09:36:41.530-05:00Diabetes so far has no cure but different discussions about preventative steps has been helpful until the day we finally rid ourselves of this disease. Recently in naturalnews.com came a discussion about "Magnesium" that seemed interesting (Fwd: <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/030803_magnesium_diabetes.html">http://www.naturalnews.com/030803_magnesium_diabetes.html</a>) because it claims a high diet in magnesium lowers your risk of type 2 diabetes! The research points to a significant number of findings based on the study they did with 4,497 people who did not have diabetes at the time but were brought back twenty years later to see what the results were with a magnesium based diet. Some quotes that highlight this study are mentioned in the following paragraph:<br />Eating a diet high in magnesium may significantly lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and published in the journal Diabetes Care."Increasing magnesium intake may be important for improving insulin sensitivity, reducing systemic inflammation, and decreasing diabetes risk," the researchers wrote.<br />The researchers compared magnesium intake and diabetes rates in 4,497 people who were free of diabetes when they began the study between the ages of 18 and 30. Twenty years later, 330 of the participants had developed Type 2 diabetes. The risk of diabetes was 47 percent lower among participants with the highest magnesium intake than among those with the lowest. In addition, levels of insulin resistance and key inflammation markers decreased as intake of the mineral increased.<br />The study was interesting and a proper diet intake including magnesium seems to be helpful, but as we all know we need to find a cure that prevents diabetes now! Interesting is the foods we eat having so much effect on type 2 diabetes, which brings to mind the added sugar we all have been exposed to since we were children. Cereals that we ate had so much sugar and the soda we drank created an abundance of unhealthy sugar levels for all of us and that should be noted in any diabetic discussion. Please let me know what you think as your opinion matters in our battle to find a cure.<br />Warmest Regards,<br />Ani<br />President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani<br />"Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html"> natural soap and spa gift </a>basket that captures the quality, value and luxury you deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html"> gift ba<img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; float: left; height: 134px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555815954058038226" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tpOK_g9Cs7Q/TRo5LJsTy9I/AAAAAAAAAZc/6BhnQAaiBBQ/s200/Greece%2Bpicture%2B1.bmp" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/all_products.html">skets</a>, Party Favors or 'Wedding Favors" we want to make your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Greece_2900-02021.html">Soap Sampler Basket</a>- Imported from Greece<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/">http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/</a><br /><a href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a> <a href="http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/">http://apps.facebook.com/blognetworks/blog/anis_blog/</a><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbaI1vtVGrE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbaI1vtVGrE</a><br />Gift Baskets and specialty 'Favors" for every occasion including Holiday, Birthday, Thank You, Sympathy, New Baby, Wedding Shower, College Student, Corporate, Get Well, Welcome and Party!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-8800386845850741473?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-57363491612054556082011-12-08T08:12:00.002-05:002011-12-08T08:18:18.040-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >I could not pass up this article in naturalnews.com "Fast food nutrition facts - mystery ingredients are industrial chemicals" because it says it all about so many health related illnesses caused by the ingredients in the product. For example as we hear about child obesity and diabetes so often in the news what's some of the causes? Bad diets jumps off the page and let me quote a piece of the article that brings the issue to light:</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"Many people think occasional junk food indulgence can be balanced out by skipping meals later in the week or by putting in some extra time on the treadmill. The truth is that the consequences of this type of eating can turn up in unexpected ways, often years later as toxins accumulate in your body and cause serious illnesses like cancer or diabetes.It is only in the past several decades that the abundance of toxic chemical ingredients in food, have made the consequences of dietary indulgences so lethal. In order to boost profits, food purveyors use chemicals which have a similar effect to the tobacco industry's addition of nicotine to tobacco, making a substance at once more addictive and more deadly. <a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" title="http://www.naturalnews.com/034314_fast_food_nutrition_facts_ingredients.html#ixzz1flHlADWH" href="http://www.naturalnews.com/034314_fast_food_nutrition_facts_ingredients.html#ixzz1flHlADWH">(http://www.naturalnews</a></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" title="http://www.naturalnews.com/034314_fast_food_nutrition_facts_ingredients.html#ixzz1flHlADWH" href="http://www.naturalnews.com/034314_fast_food_nutrition_facts_ingredients.html#ixzz1flHlADWH">.com/034314_fast_food_nutrition_facts_ingredients.html#ixzz1flHlADWH</a>")</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Sad but true when we think how far we have gotten away from family meals and quality dieting. In the future we face a country of overweight people with various illnesses. Restrictions have to apply with the fast foods sold. Lack of exercise, computers and large screen home entertainment are not progressive steps for any young person to live by. Getting active means more to your health and the health of your children if you make it happen regularly. Take a look at the article and let me know if you think the outlook is bleak if we stay on this wrongful course.</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"Let us travel around the gl</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >obe with you and find together the perfect natural <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html">soap and spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury yo</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >u deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap gift baskets, <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/wedding.html">Party Favors</a> or '<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/wedding.html">Wedding Favors</a>" we want to make</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > your special </span></span></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pKqGSJDpZiU/TuC49qNwGYI/AAAAAAAABDg/W6A4z57721w/s1600/Brazil%2BHeavenly%2BMaracuja%2Bnew.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 130px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pKqGSJDpZiU/TuC49qNwGYI/AAAAAAAABDg/W6A4z57721w/s200/Brazil%2BHeavenly%2BMaracuja%2Bnew.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683746099185064322" border="0" /></a><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > occasion memorable."<br /><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Heavenly_Maracuja.html"><br />Heavenly Maracujá</a><br /><br />Starting with the softest loofah in the world wrapped into adouble milled Passion Fruit bar, you will be improving your circulation and removing the dead skin cells. After the bath a deeply nourishing and restorative Mandarin/Lavender Body Oil with a soothing, softening, moisturizing nectar will relax you and take your mind to an exotic paradise. The scent is beyond heavenly: well balanced citric/floral mix of Passion Fruit Lavender and Geranium Bourbon, will leave your skin supremely soft with an exotic fragrance. Complete the treatment with one of our most looked after citric solid perfume.<br /><br /><br /><br /></span></span></span><div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-5736349161205455608?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-60991409514600782732011-12-07T09:34:00.002-05:002011-12-07T09:38:02.391-05:00<div><span>I could not resist witting today about a subject so entrenched into the holidays but in the end very unhealthy and it's "50 Holiday Foods You Shouldn't Eat." The holiday slogan is always "I have to lose wight" but why can't we all be a little more careful and make the new year a time we don't get depressed because we gained so much weight. They say January is a month that depresses people but if you also gained 10 pounds that's not going to help your mood. A few less dishes of candied yams, cranberry sauced products, cheesecake or mashed potatoes will not make you hungry. Hey it may make the holiday better because your maintaining your normal weight. I recommend an article from health.com outlining the 50 don'ts for the holiday (<a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20440821,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20440821,00.html">http://www.hea</a></span><span><a title="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20440821,00.html" href="http://www.health.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20440821,00.html">lth.com/health/gallery/thumbnails/0,,20440821,00.html</a>) and I've already taken some of them off my holiday serving list. What's easy is not having them around because you don't miss things that are not served. As we get closer to the days of eating too much I'll research other sites and give you more helpful hints. Getting fat is easy but it takes so long to lose the pounds so why take that journey? Eat hearty but do it sensibly. If a salad is part of your meal I bet they still eat it?</span></div> <div> <div><span class="entry-content"> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span>Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span>Ani</span></div> <div><span>President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"Let us travel around the gl</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >obe with you and find together the perfect natural <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html">soap and spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury yo</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >u deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap gift baskets, <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/wedding.html">Party Favors</a> or '<a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/wedding.html">Wedding Favors</a>" we want to make</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > your special occasion memorable."<br /><br /></span></span></span><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Blossom_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html"><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zmYA0U1Wl9I/Tt950V6P1uI/AAAAAAAABDU/lC-Cn4b_D7U/s1600/Brazilspringblossom%2Bcandle%2Bmelt.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 165px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zmYA0U1Wl9I/Tt950V6P1uI/AAAAAAAABDU/lC-Cn4b_D7U/s200/Brazilspringblossom%2Bcandle%2Bmelt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683395194906466018" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-prodshow/Brazil_Blossom_Aromatherapy_Candle_Melt.html">Blossom Aromatherapy Candle Melt</a><br /></span></span></span><br /><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >We are proud to bring you the 100% NATURAL, AROMATHERAPY "Blossom" scented candle melts. NO chemical hardeners for the base, NO artificial dyes for the color, NO "top of the line" or "from natural origin" synthetic fragrance. All the candles are made using proprietary blend of vegetable wax as a single base. The colors of the candles are achieved blending different rat</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >ios of unrefined oils: Buriti oil and Tucuma pulp oil (all shades of Oranges), Açaí oil and Avocado Oil (all shades of greens), Beet root and Patauá fruit skin(all shades of purple/lavender), Annatto seed (all shades of Red) and Ucuúba Butter (all shades of Brown). . Our candle melts come with a beautiful delicate neutral color warmer.<br /><br /><br /></span></span></span><span><span><span><span class="entry-content"><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oDVQ2WnhGbo/Tt4mKc0N9DI/AAAAAAAABDI/8ZPEcSCtYR0/s1600/USA-Land%2BLoaf%2Bof%2Blilac%2Bsoap.jpg"><br /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span><div> <div><span><a title="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com" href="mailto:ani@soapbasketboutique.com">ani@soapbasketboutique.com</a></span></div></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/" href="http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/">http://naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com/</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ucSI0gONQE</a></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" ><span style=";font-family:'Georgia','serif';font-size:10pt;" > <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><a title="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro" href="http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" >http://twitter.com/anicavagnaro</span></a></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style=";font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;" ><a title="http://www.facebook.com/ani." href="http://www.facebook.com/ani.">http://www.facebook.com/ani.</a></span></span></p><span style="color:black;"> <div><span class="entry-content">New all natural "Candle Melts" added to our line!..<strong>Check out our Just Arrived Section for Details</strong><br /></span><span class="entry-content">15% SAVINGS ON EVERYTHING USING THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNT CODE AT THE CHECKOUT: Holiday2011</span></div></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></div></div></div></span></span></div></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7266022286431437078-6099140951460078273?l=naturalgiftbaskets.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Ani Cavagnarohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07170504291938796665noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7266022286431437078.post-77115253069045406682011-12-06T09:24:00.003-05:002011-12-06T09:30:30.873-05:00<span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >One thing that's important to me and what makes me love to write a daily blog is the amount of information that just passes by without us realizing its importance. When it comes to all our health it' more important than ever to be careful with products we think are OK but in reality not safe for us at all. How long did it take for smoking to be labeled properly as well as the pollution in the air? When I went into the all natural soap and spa business it made me want to be involved in communicating healthier alternatives and that is the reason I do it daily..."Healthier alternatives"! I wanted to add a new line to my product selections and when I announced recently "<span class="entry-content"> all natural "Candle Melts" to our line" it took awhile but I found a perfect compliment to the soap gift baskets. Take a look at the Christmas Gifts sold today and how many skin products or other advertised gifts are really good for you? When you add chemicals to your skin and it is digested into your body do you think that's a positive for your health? Certainly not and if you read the ingredients it's even worse than you imagined</span></span><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span class="entry-content">. Foods contain so many unhealthy processed chemicals that we all fight a battle that we barely understand. For "Holidays" 2011 take the time to try different products that you will eat or put on your skin but make the effort to read a label and let me know if you were reluctant to use it in the end. I've stopped more often than I would have imagined but breast cancer or other serious diseases does that to you.</span></span></div> <div><span class="entry-content"> <div><span class="entry-content"><span class="date"><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Warmest Regards, </span><div> <div> <div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ani</span></div> <div><span id="role_document" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >President, Soap Basket Boutique By Ani</span></div><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >"Let us travel around the globe with you and find together the perfect natural <a href="http://www.soapbasketboutique.com/store/ecom-catshow/Spa+Basket+For+Women.html">soap and spa gift basket</a> that captures the quality, value and luxury yo</span></span></span><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >u deserve. Whether it's "Natural" soap gift baskets, <a