tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50909144851789126402024-03-17T21:03:19.948-06:00Sarah AfsharThe stylistic reverie of a business executive, writer, producer, and activist with a voice, a vision, and message. The official blog of Sarah Afshar. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger936125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-14312503352967052032020-09-08T20:47:00.009-06:002022-11-10T17:16:24.231-07:00108 Beauty Content Ideas For Your Blog<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face="">A blog is the biggest platform to share your thoughts on the world wide web and if you produce content daily, you will notice a change in your updated website. Not only will you receive more traffic, but you will garner a bigger following and generally more engagement. Even though creating content is easier said than done, coming up with an idea as little or as big as a blog post on a specific subject can be incredibly tough. Even those blog posts on those topics you love to write about.</span>
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<span face="">Beauty is a subject that many women around the world write about. It has paved a pathway into our lives hence why it is one of the biggest topics among women. Sometimes it is hard to continuously review products because so many people talk about the same one relentlessly, so coming up with an idea can be considerably hard. </span></div><div><span face=""><br /></span></div><div><span face="">Luckily there is a solution. </span></div>
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<span face="">Can you guess what that solution is? It’s simple—this blog post. Without any further delay of fluff and further ado, h</span><span face="">ere are 108 beauty content ideas for your blog. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Beauty Blogging 101</span><br />
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<span face="">General beauty is always the easiest to write about because it is probably the most universal subject you will see. Most beauty bloggers already talk about this. What makes this content unique is what you have to offer that is different from what they have to say. </span></div>
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<span face="">1. The best/The worst (insert beauty type) products</span></div>
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<span face="">2. My newest (insert beauty type and/or store) haul</span></div>
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<span face="">3. FOTD (Make it stand out and be consistent with uploading for more engagement.) - Face of the Day, Photo of the Day #SelfieSaturday #SelfieSunday </span></div>
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<span face="">4. Gift Guides/Beauty Wish Lists (You can turn these into evergreen listicles.)</span></div>
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<span face="">5. What's In My Beauty Bag? (Let your audience see what you carry daily.)</span></div>
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<span face="">6. (Insert your blog) Beauty Awards (Start your own annual beauty awards event.)</span></div>
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<span face="">7. (Insert month + Year) Beauty Favorites (A monthly favorite series is a must.)</span></div>
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<span face="">8. My holy grail (insert beauty type) products (You can also turn this into a listicle.)</span></div>
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<span face="">9. My daily (insert beauty type) routine</span></div>
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<span face="">10. Create a product comparison guide (This can be everything from a product roundup to a dupe of something, etc.)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: New Beauty Products, FOTD Makeup, Best Beauty Products, Holy Grail Beauty Products, Best Beauty Products Of All Time, Daily Beauty Routine, Skin Care Routine, Best Beauty Gifts, List Of Beauty Products, Gifts For Beauty Lovers, Sephora, Ulta Beauty, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">The Best-The Worst Makeup</span><br />
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<span face="">Beauty is extensive and subjective yet possesses a strong variety that caters to women (and nowadays men) of all demographic and psychographic factors. The most discussed beauty topic; however, is makeup. Makeup is probably the most talked-about beauty essential hence why the most popular blogs you see are makeup blogs. If you don't write about makeup, you may want to consider a few posts on the topic. Here are some to help you out. </span></div>
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<span face="">11. The best (insert makeup product) for (insert skin type)</span></div>
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<span face="">12. #MakeupMonday (Share all things related to makeup on Monday.)</span></div>
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<span face="">13. The best (insert color + makeup product) of (add month and/or year)</span></div>
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<span face="">14. Why I love/Why I hate (insert makeup product)</span></div>
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<span face="">15. Get the Look: (insert celebrity's name here) + (event)</span></div>
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<span face="">16. The best makeup dupes for (insert product + shade) - note: This content always does well.</span></div>
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<span face="">17. The best makeup for the (insert season/time of year)</span></div>
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<span face="">18. (Insert number) minute face</span></div>
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<span face="">19. How-To (Create a tutorial or a step-by-step guide on how to achieve a look.)</span></div>
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<span face="">20. Review: (insert makeup product)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Makeup Products, Best Makeup Brand, Makeup Looks, Drugstore Makeup Must Haves, Best Makeup Products, Foundation Makeup, Sephora Makeup, Best Makeup Products Of All Time, Makeup Must Haves, Lipstick Lips, Bronzer Drugstore, ULTA, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">It Isn't Just Makeup</span><br />
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<span face="">Skincare is the most underrated beauty essential simply because it is something that everyone has used sometime in their life. It is the key ingredient to having amazing skin. If you have beautiful skin, you will feel beautiful too. As fun as makeup is, it is so important to utilize skincare also. Not discussing skincare on a beauty blog is like forgetting to add sugar to cookies.</span></div>
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<span face="">21.</span><span face=""> Skincare Secrets (Have fun with this one and let your audience know your secrets.)</span><br />
<span face="">22. Get amazing skin using these products (Do not hesitate to spotlight your favorites.)</span></div>
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<span face="">23. (Insert number + lifestyle) worth the splurge (luxury, mid-range, drugstore, etc.)</span></div>
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<span face="">24. Top (insert number) best (insert skincare product) for (insert skin type)</span></div>
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<span face="">25. </span><span face="">The best skincare products from (insert skincare brand)</span></div>
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<span face="">26. (Insert number) (insert skin care product) that I am loving right now</span></div>
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<span face="">27. The best skincare tips for women over (insert age)/Skincare tips in your (insert age)</span></div>
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<span face="">28. #SkincareSaturday/#SkincareSunday (utilize these hashtags to your advantage)</span></div>
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<span face="">29. The best (insert skincare product) for (skin issue)</span></div>
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<span face="">30. Review: (insert skincare product)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Best Skin Care, Best Face Cream In The World, Face Serum Benefits, Best Face Scrub, How To Use Face Toner, Skincare Routine Order, Holy Grail Face Wash, Best Drugstore Face Serum, Acne Causes, Laface, My Skincare Routine, Face Treatments To Look Younger, Face Mask, Skincare Brands, Skincare By Hyram, Face Scrub For Acne, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Hair Is Everywhere</span><br />
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<span face="">Hair is the most undervalued beauty topics around. Although it is discussed often, it isn't talked about as much as it should be. Everyone on planet earth washes their hair. As a beauty blogger, it is your duty to discuss this subject. Not only will you notice more readers, but you will notice a different demographic reading your blog.</span></div>
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<span face="">31. The best hair ideas for (insert event and/or time of year)</span></div>
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<span face="">32. Get the Hair: (insert celebrity + event) </span></div>
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<span face="">33. HOTD (show us your hair for the day)</span></div>
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<span face="">34. Top (insert number) best products for (insert hair type)</span></div>
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<span face="">35. </span><span face="">(Insert number) hair tools that you need to use right now</span></div>
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<span face="">36. The best hair products by (insert hair brand)</span></div>
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<span face="">37. #HairStyleSaturday/#StyleSaturday (Spotlight your trip to the salon or talk about an experience you had at a salon)</span></div>
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<span face="">38. The best (insert hair style) for (insert hair type)</span></div>
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<span face="">39. The best (insert hair technique)</span></div>
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<span face="">40. Review: (insert hair product)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Best Shampoo, Hair Styles, Shampoo Brands, Hair Conditioner Benefits, Hair Colors for Fall, Hair Styles For Girls, Shampoo Ingredients, COVID and Hair Loss, Top 10 Hair Problems, Carbonic Acid Shampoo, Hair Volor Trends, Best Professional Hair Dryer Right Now, Olaplex, Dry Shampoo, COVID-19 Hair Loss, Hair Style Girl Easy, Hair Follicle, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Body Care Is Essential</span><br />
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<span face="">Body products are extremely important to discuss on every beauty blog simply because I have witnessed more women take care of their bodies before taking care of their faces. I have a friend who would rather skip makeup than forget her favorite body lotion. Body products can be found in every single bathroom around the world, so the time is now to talk about them. </span></div>
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<span face="">41. The best (insert body product) right now (Note: You can also make this a listicle.)</span></div>
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<span face="">42. (Insert number) products that you need if you have (insert skin condition)</span></div>
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<span face="">43. My go-to products for (insert skin type)</span></div>
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<span face="">44. #SpaDaySaturday (Tell us about a spa you love or highlight a spa you are visiting.)</span></div>
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<span face="">45. (Insert celebrity) uses it, but does (insert body product) work?</span></div>
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<span face="">46. The best (insert body product) for women in their (insert age)</span></div>
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<span face="">47. Why I love/hate (insert body product)/Why (insert body product) works/doesn't work</span></div>
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<span face="">48. The most underrated/overrated (insert beauty product) right now</span></div>
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<span face="">49. The best/worst (insert body product) for (insert skin condition)</span></div>
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<span face="">50. Review: (insert body product)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Best Body Butter, Top 10 Shower Gels, Best Body Lotion For Glowing Skin, Best Body Lotion For Dry Skin In Winter, Bathing Soap, Is Body Lotion Bad For Your Face, Best Smelling Body Lotion, Olay Body Wash, Rituals Shower Gel, Bath And Body Works, Shower Gel Benefits, Body Lotion For Men, Black Owned Body Wash, How To Make Shower Gel, Caresss Body Lotion, Bath Soap Brands, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Nails, Nails, Nails</span><br />
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<span face="">Beauty is much more than your head. They say you can tell a woman's age just by looking at her hands. What do you think? I don't know about you, but having great nails says a lot about a person which is why it is important to write about them. Here are some great ideas to get you started. </span></div>
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<span face="">51. NOTD or Nail of the Day is one trending hashtag you want to embrace at least a few times on your blog. Even if you don't talk about nail polish much. </span></div>
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<span face="">52. #ManicureMonday (show us your manicure)</span></div>
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<span face="">53. The best nail art (Create a tutorial or spotlight a tutorial.)</span></div>
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<span face="">54. The best base coat (spotlight a product)</span></div>
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<span face="">55. (Insert number) of the best nail polishes by (insert brand)</span></div>
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<span face="">56. The best nail care products</span></div>
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<span face="">57. The best nail polish hacks</span></div>
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<span face="">58. (insert luxury brand) vs. (insert drugstore brand)</span></div>
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<span face="">59. A (insert level/experience) guide to nail care</span></div>
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<span face="">60. Product swatches. Include a review and commentary for an even bigger response from your audience. </span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Nail, Best Nail Polish For Winter, NOTD, Acrylic Nails, Best Nail Polish Brands, Ohora Nails, Best Nail Polish Colors, Spa Nails, Nail Salons Near Me, Fall Nails, Nail Shapes, Flawless Nails, Nail Polish Remover, Gel Nails, Nails Near Me, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="">Aesthetics play a physical role in the world of beauty; however, when it comes to the sense of smell—fragrance reigns supreme. A smell is connected to a memory, which means when you smell something you'll remember that scent forever. </span></div>
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<span face="">61. Defining fragrance for (insert level)</span></div>
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<span face="">62. (insert number) fragrances you need to check out</span></div>
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<span face="">63. The best fragrances for (insert note) lovers</span></div>
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<span face="">64. (insert number) fragrances include (insert note) You can turn this into a listicle and gift guide</span></div>
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<span face="">65. #FragranceFriday (Post your favorite perfume and/or fragrance on Fridays.) </span></div>
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<span face="">66. #SweetSaturday, #MuskyMonday, #ScentSunday etc. Start your own link-up and create your own hashtag to draw in a large audience. Try to encourage others to follow suit.</span></div>
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<span face="">67. The best fragrances which use (insert note and/or ingredient)</span></div>
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<span face="">68. Ranking the best and the worst fragrances of all-time</span></div>
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<span face="">69. (Insert number) amazing (insert culture affiliation) perfumes you need to check out</span></div>
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<span face="">70. Review: (insert fragrance)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Perfume, Fragrance Perfume, Nest Fragrances, Fragrance Reviews, Best Women's Perfume, Lux Fragrances, Perfume Brands, Venba Fragrance, Best Perfumes Of All Time, Eau de Parfum, Perfume Women, Best Holiday Fragrances, Rem Fragrance, Paris Hilton Fragrance, Valencia Perfumes, Perfume For Men, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Tanning Isn't Just For The Summer</span><br />
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<span face="">The tanning industry is a billion-dollar industry. I use to go tanning every single day, but stopped because my current boyfriend loves my natural skin tone. There are many women (and men) all across America who tan and take advantage of the artificial sun on a daily basis. Blogging about sun care and tanning products can really benefit your blog and will increase your audience. </span></div>
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<span face="">71. The best sun care products</span></div>
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<span face="">72. A look at the best (insert sun care product)</span></div>
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<span face="">73. The best indoor/outdoor tanning lotions</span></div>
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<span face="">74. The best tanning products for people with (insert skin condition and/or skin type)</span></div>
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<span face="">75. #TanningTuesday/#SunscreenSaturday (link-ups help drive traffic to your blog)</span></div>
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<span face="">76. Gradual tanning vs. Sunless tanning</span></div>
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<span face="">77. Testimonies (spotlight those with both good and bad experiences)</span></div>
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<span face="">78. (Insert tanning salon product) vs. (Drugstore product)</span></div>
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<span face="">79. The benefits/the dangers of indoor/outdoor tanning</span></div>
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<span face="">80. Review: (insert tanning product)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Tanning Near Me, Best Tanning Lotion, Self Tanning Lotion, Tanning Skin, Spray Tanning, TikTok Tanning Oil, Tanning Lotion For Tanning Beds, Spray Tan Tips, Tanning Bed Tips, TikTok Tanning Lotion, What Is The Best UV Index For Tanning, How Long Does Spray Tan Last, Tanning Near Me, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Natural Is Vital</span><br />
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<span face="">Are the best things in life really free or are they just natural? When life hands you lemons, what do you make? I don't know about you, but I think I want to make a lemon sugar face scrub. Lately, the organic trend has taken over beauty. If you are a beauty blogger, you don't want to talk about it—you need to talk about it. This will not only deliver an entirely new demographic to your blog, but allow you to discover that some of the best beauty products around contain only natural ingredients. </span></div>
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<span face="">81. Why (insert lifestyle choice) products are here to say</span></div>
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<span face="">82. The best (insert lifestyle choice + beauty type)</span></div>
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<span face="">83. How to make (insert beauty product here)</span></div>
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<span face="">84. The best (insert product) with (insert ingredient) Note: Spotlight an ingredient</span></div>
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<span face="">85. DIY Face Masks (Although you can recreate any DIY product.)</span></div>
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<span face="">86. The best homemade (insert product) for (insert holiday, time of year, and/or event)</span></div>
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<span face="">87. (Insert number) beauty treatments you can make in your kitchen/at home</span></div>
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<span face="">88. The best (insert beauty type) that is (insert lifestyle) </span></div>
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<span face="">89. Why I love/hate/like/dislike (insert lifestyle) beauty products</span></div>
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<span face="">90. Review: (insert organic product) </span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Organic Beauty Products, DIY Makeup, Homemade Face Masks, Natural Beauty Products, Body Butter DIY, Cruelty Free Brands, DIY Face Mask, Cruelty Free Makeup, Easy Homemade Face Masks, Natural Beauty Spa, Vegan Beauty Products At Walmart, Natural Beauty Salon, Vegan Beauty Products At Target, Natural Beauty Woman, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="">Beauty tips are truly the best tricks of the trade. If you are having a hard time deciding what to blog about next, you should definitely consider sharing unique beauty tips because with over a billion people on planet earth, there are quite a few people who will take advantage of what you have to say. For more engagement and traffic to your site, write about something that is trending and/or do something different that no other blogger has done. Be original and just have fun with it. Here are some great ideas to get you started.</span></div>
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<span face="">91. The best beauty tip(s) I swear by (or change 'beauty' to type of beauty)</span></div>
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<span face="">92. (Insert month + year): Beauty Tips (Spotlight your favorite beauty tips for the month.)</span></div>
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<span face="">93. Beauty Tip of the Day (Spotlight a beauty tip that others can benefit from.)</span></div>
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<span face="">94. </span><span face="">#BeautyTipTuesday (Take advantage of these types of link-ups for more traffic.)</span></div>
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<span face="">95. The best uses for (insert beauty product)</span></div>
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<span face="">96. Beauty Hacks (Anything that can help your audience is key, especially tips.)</span></div>
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<span face="">97. A look at (beauty type) expiration dates</span></div>
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<span face="">98. Most Disappointing (insert tips) I have tried/(insert tips) that do not work</span></div>
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<span face="">99. The best (insert beauty type) storage ideas</span></div>
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<span face="">100. (Insert number) beauty tips and tricks that will help you today/tomorrow</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: Beauty Tips For Fall, Everyday Beauty Tips, Beauty Tips And Secrets, Beauty Tips And Tricks, Simple Makeup Tips, Natural Beauty Tips, Coronavirus Tips, Makeup Tips For Winter, Beauty Tips For Face At Home, Beauty Supply, Best Makeup Tips, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="" style="font-size: large;">Why Are Beauty Gurus On YouTube Treated Like Royalty?</span><br />
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<span face="">Social media has become very popular in recent years with YouTube being the strongest platform. With over 5 billion hits a day, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">YouTube</a> is one of the biggest websites online. This world-renowned platform has played a major role in turning regular beauty lovers into superstars overnight. Talking about this platform on your blog and those who are popular on it will give you incredible engagement to your blog.</span></div>
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<span face="">101. Why (insert beauty vlogger name) is the best (type of beauty + vlogger) on YouTube</span></div>
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<span face="">102. (insert number) Amazing Videos About (insert beauty type and/or technique)</span></div>
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<span face="">103. The (insert beauty vlogger name) I admire most/Why I admire them</span></div>
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<span face="">104. The best (insert beauty type) tutorial on YouTube (And why it is the best.)</span></div>
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<span face="">105. Why I love (insert beauty vlogger name)/Why I hate (insert beauty vlogger name)</span></div>
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<span face="">106. (Insert number) Facts About (insert beauty vlogger name)</span></div>
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<span face="">107. (Insert beauty vlogger name): Why they are the (insert adjective) YouTuber</span></div>
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<span face="">108. How to recreate (insert beauty vlogger name) (insert makeup technique)</span><br />
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<span face="">Keyword Suggestions: YouTube Beauty Gurus, Jeffree Star, Gossip, YouTube Beauty Tips, Makeup Tutorial Natural, Drama, Eye Makeup, YouTube Makeup Artists, NikkieTutorials, Tati, Bailey Sarian, Top YouTube Beauty Influencers, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="">Keywords are important; however, you don't want to add so many. It is important to prevent keyword stuffing. The <a href="https://www.wordstream.com/keywords" target="_blank">wordstream keyword tool</a> is a great way to get good keywords for your particular platform. Remember using just the word "beauty" isn't going to help content flourish. You need to be more specific. Some words have a very high search volume and low competitive rank; however, this can change depending on the search engine. For instance, when you search the term "makeup" on one search engine versus another it has a heavy search volume and a low competitive rank, but if you search the term "makeup" on another platform it may have a heavy search volume, but a high competitive rank. If you need help check out <a href="https://trends.google.com" target="_blank">Google Trends</a>.</span><br />
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<span face="">I hope my blog post today will help inspire you to moderate your inner beauty blogger and makeup potboiler. If you have any questions, comments, and feedback you want to share please do not hesitate to do so. Remember to share on social media. Do not hesitate to subscribe to my blog and follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sarahafsharblog" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.twitter.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. I do have <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, but I haven't been active for two years. Discover more '<a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/p/about.html" target="_blank">About Me</a>' and what social networks I belong to. </span><br />
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<span face="">Before I forget, I want to also add that it is very important to be modestly unique and stay true to who you are as a content creator. Blogging has just as much value as writing does, which I cannot address let alone stress enough. Don't be afraid to step out of the box and remember to enjoy yourself, as the more you love what you are writing about, the more effective and efficient you will be at producing quality content on the subject or subjects you intend to cover. In this case, the world of beauty.</span><br />
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<span face="">I hope my blog post today has helped you out. Thank you for reading and have an amazing day. </span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-10308156614213037262020-08-27T09:21:00.007-06:002022-03-15T08:54:05.517-06:00First Season Finale—Morgan Ingram<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHi_3AOpmCpVWlY1M8MajbRXrvFoqPUjZhqwsnMvJJnB7ncQgPBJ7Hq_EAOAa3s2U69JFKT_9eN8ORNQSzvWaJ0yJ5gWNos9M6zNTZgTlletwSG2iRf0ZDW2bhLeq71g_8UVgUyRy4CisR/s1280/EDD991B7-FB88-48DA-9780-26B0C21D6F8F.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Death of Morgan Ingram" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHi_3AOpmCpVWlY1M8MajbRXrvFoqPUjZhqwsnMvJJnB7ncQgPBJ7Hq_EAOAa3s2U69JFKT_9eN8ORNQSzvWaJ0yJ5gWNos9M6zNTZgTlletwSG2iRf0ZDW2bhLeq71g_8UVgUyRy4CisR/w320-h180/EDD991B7-FB88-48DA-9780-26B0C21D6F8F.png" title="The Death of Morgan Ingram" width="320" /></a></div>Hello everyone. How are you? Just recently, the Even Salt Looks Like Sugar podcast decided to debut its final episode for the first season. For the first season finale—Episode 10: The Death of Morgan Ingram. <div><br /></div><div>Imagine waking up to news that your daughter is dead. Toni Ingram received this news almost a decade ago when she discovered her daughter lifeless in their Carbondale, Colorado home. And although the case is closed, with so many questions left unanswered and a plethora of speculation—what happened to her? </div><div><br /></div><div>Join <a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> as your host Billy Housh speaks personally with Toni Ingram in an exclusive interview about Morgan, the events that lead up to her death, and what she believes happened. I also share some insight regarding this case. As many of you are already aware, this case is near and dear to my heart as I truly believe <a href="https://www.morganingram.com" target="_blank">Morgan Ingram</a> was a victim of foul play and deserves justice. I don't believe she took her own life. With the high levels of Amitriptyline in Morgan's blood stream, there is no doubt this was anything, but accidental. She was stalked and she was ignored my the authorities who promised to protect her. It was truly an honor to co-produce this episode, as well as, the episodes before this one and the episodes yet to come. </div><div> </div><div>You can listen to the podcast on the <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/08/15/the-death-of-morgan-ingram/" target="_blank">official website</a> now. You can also listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/id1509848544?i=1000488195621" target="_blank">Apple podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/The-Death-of-Morgan-Ingram/dp/B08KMSPBZN" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3YjcNtWVDmPYiOfvIhdzbb?si=8lA7HxUIQf-hWVndJL-H6w" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/the-death-of-morgan-ingram-70262125/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9ldmVuc2FsdGxvb2tzbGlrZXN1Z2FyLmNvbS8_cD0xMTY" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/SQY6EK1ZdcE" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/even-salt-looks-like-sugar" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts. </div><div><br /></div><div>Stay tuned for season two. Not only will we share new episodes, we will continue to explore all things true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries. And even dip into those cases others are afraid to. Also stay tuned for other projects I am going to be working on. I will be sharing those with you very soon. <br /><div><br /></div><div>Good, great, and amazing things are happening. Thank you for listening. Remember to catch up with us next season for brand new episodes. I hope you are having a wonderful day. Remember, not everything in life is what it seems because Even Salt Looks Like Sugar. Listen if you dare.</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com203tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-66861305068161835802020-08-10T17:58:00.007-06:002022-03-15T08:50:13.277-06:00The Spider Killer Saeed Hanaei<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mUG9ox9xEfc/XzHe9CwSh1I/AAAAAAAAXsQ/ud4-awVQWqUuKECJe6bnUk0P6dOkx0IrQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/NFBC9099.PNG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="230" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mUG9ox9xEfc/XzHe9CwSh1I/AAAAAAAAXsQ/ud4-awVQWqUuKECJe6bnUk0P6dOkx0IrQCLcBGAsYHQ/w410-h230/NFBC9099.PNG" width="410" /></a></div>Hello. How are you? Just recently, <a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> published their ninth episode online. If you are a fan of true crime, paranormal activity, or unsolved mysteries you are destined to love this podcast. When I wrote this episode, I just had a feeling I was going to uncover a lot more than what a typical search would reveal. Guess what? I was right. This case is ultimately thrilling and spine-chilling and I am not being hypothetical when I say this. <p></p><p>In case you are unaware, Saeed Hanaei is one of the worst serial killers humanity has ever endured. Not only are his crimes extremely gruesome, but what makes this Iranian serial killer one of the most sinister, diabolical characters in the world we live in is the fact that he was very proud of his crimes. Not only did he show no remorse in court, regarding his victims, but the spider killer told the judge that if he could, he would have continued the job. He insisted he wasn’t a killer, but merely an <i>“anti-street woman activist”</i> and was sent from God to do the job. He used Islam as a way to continue his rampage to such high levels, many Muslims actually supported him. In fact, one attorney offered to represent him for free simply because he agreed with what he did. </p><p>Hanaei was so addicted to killing these innocent women that he also said he couldn't sleep at night unless he killed someone. It became a pattern of addiction he couldn’t fight let alone ignore. Perhaps his dark passenger was reacting to an energy that he couldn’t relate to or he was so narcissistic he felt like he had the right to end a woman's life, there is truly no real answer to why Hanaei killed them. In addition to this—his wife, mother, as well as, son all supported him and his actions. But the real question remains—what motivated him to go on such a killing spree? How was he so easily provoked? If I were to tell you that his wife was mistakenly identified as a prostitute by a local taxi driver and this influenced him to kill these innocent women, would you believe me? This was exactly the case. </p><p>It is definitely a crime I rarely see discussed online and there is a reason for it. Billy's baba Firooz, who lived in Iran for over 30 years before he moved to Canada in 1978 also joins us tonight as he shared his thoughts on this horrible serial killer. </p><p>To listen to Episode 9: The Spider Killer Saeed Hanaei you can visit the official website <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/08/08/the-spider-killer-saeed-hanaei/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a>. You can also download the episode from <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spider-killer-saeed-hanaei/id1509848544?i=1000487480829" target="_blank">Apple podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/42OHOtxlCtOaUhfmuhiGkV" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/the-spider-killer-saeed-hanaei-69831052/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9ldmVuc2FsdGxvb2tzbGlrZXN1Z2FyLmNvbS8_cD0xMTM?sa=X&ved=0CAkQ38oDahcKEwiQkJav6pHrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts. </p><p>Join us for episode 10 as we explore the death of Morgan Ingram. Not only will I share my thoughts on the case, Toni Ingram had the opportunity to speak with Billy for a raw and uncut, exclusive interview where she reveals much more than what she has already. </p><p>The tenth episode will also be our season finale, as both Billy and I are both extremely busy in life. But we will definitely be introducing a brand new season plus many more episodes to come in the near future so please stay tuned for that. In addition to this, we will have many more surprises coming too. </p><p>In the meantime, a big shout out to those of you who are subscribed to us. Thank you so much and thank you for listening. I hope you are having an amazing day. Oh and one more thing—remember not everything in life is what it seems because even salt looks like sugar. Listen if you dare.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-75511738708817927192020-07-27T08:30:00.003-06:002021-03-17T03:12:45.189-06:00Terrifying Tornado Deaths<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PKtiOQGZzrM/XzHYQ53U7bI/AAAAAAAAXsE/ccTJm8sgJBIC_JIjaek-OHUCv3r0hkpOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/YFRB6999.PNG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Terrifying Tornado Deaths" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PKtiOQGZzrM/XzHYQ53U7bI/AAAAAAAAXsE/ccTJm8sgJBIC_JIjaek-OHUCv3r0hkpOwCLcBGAsYHQ/w320-h180/YFRB6999.PNG" title="Terrifying Tornado Deaths" width="320" /></a></div>Hello. How are you? As you may or may not already be aware, I am the writer and co-producer for the new Even Salt Looks Like Sugar podcast, a podcast that explores true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries. And just yesterday (last night to be exact) we published our eighth episode. I have always been a fan of nature and found myself modestly intrigued by the tornado phenomenon. Hence why I decided to write an entire episode about terrifying and tragic tornado deaths. <p></p><p>What inspired me to write this particular episode was my conversation with Billy a few days prior, as he told me there was a tornado watch in his Provence of Ontario, Canada. I was worried, but found myself looking at clips of tornadoes. Shortly after, I discovered that many true crime podcasts rarely talk about tornadoes and those who lost their lives as a result of such cataclysmic events. I also discovered that some of the most catastrophic steam devils occur right here in the United States. Some of them are rarely discussed in the media including a recent tornado that hit just last month. </p><p>To listen to Episode 8: Terrifying Tornado Deaths simply visit the official website <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/07/26/terrifying-tornado-deaths/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> or visit <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/terrifying-tornado-deaths/id1509848544" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HGZeqvAbix4Y5ZlTNQvSF" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/terrifying-tornado-deaths-68944907/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/76447215" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9ldmVuc2FsdGxvb2tzbGlrZXN1Z2FyLmNvbS8_cD0xMDY?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwilkrSz45HrAhXLgZ4KHalPBLMQkfYCegQIARAF" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts. It is also available on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMewfhsrQ4s" target="_blank">YouTube</a> platform. And just recently, the episode was placed onto the official <a href="https://www.facebook.com/evenlooks" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page. </p><p>Thank you for listening. Join us for our ninth episode as we take a trip to Iran and explore one of the worst serial killers from Mashhad—Saeed Hanaei. It is coming soon, so please stay tuned. Have an amazing day! </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-52103750591421884702020-07-24T18:57:00.003-06:002021-04-23T13:05:15.891-06:00Modern Warfare: Fragmovie 2020In early May of this year, my friend <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/billyhoush" target="_blank">Billy Housh</a> decided to create a fragmovie using game plays from the popular video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. If you are into fun and engaging, first-person shooter games I highly recommend this one, as it is one of the best ever. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, this award-winning game was composed by Sarah Schachner. If you love games like PUBG, Quake, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and even Grand Theft Auto--you will love and appreciate <a href="https://www.callofduty.com" target="_blank">Call of Duty</a>. <div><br /></div><div>Billy mentioned to me that he loved my rendition of Zombie (which was written by the incredibly talented Dolores O'Riordan and recorded by The Cranberries) so I took the initiative of recording this track so he could use my cover in the Modern Warfare frag movie he created. Interestingly enough, I recorded everything from my phone using the <a href="https://www.smule.com" target="_blank">Smule</a> app. </div><div><br /></div><div>The fragmovie is as exciting and engaging as a fragmovie can be and it was definitely an honor to be a part of this. Thank you so much Billy for using my voice for this. To watch and listen to the <a href="https://www.callofduty.com/modernwarfare" target="_blank">Call of Duty: Modern Warfare</a> fragmovie, simply watch the video below. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uz9Z3sGbnRU" width="320" youtube-src-id="uz9Z3sGbnRU"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If it doesn't play or it seems to have some sort of any other problematic issue that prevents it from loading, just <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uz9Z3sGbnRU&t" target="_blank">click here</a> right now to listen. It is an honor to be part of this joyous experience. Thank you for watching. Thank you for listening. Have a wonderful day! </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-64657796394971594932020-07-24T18:37:00.002-06:002020-08-01T00:34:48.558-06:00YouTubers Who Were Murdered<font face="trebuchet"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tyRShk8LqrY/Xxt9vDoK7rI/AAAAAAAAXrw/Q93_UArbEjkgssNZDhhfEphRaTShnvXVACLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/YouTubersWhoWereMurdered.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="YouTubers Who Were Murdered" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tyRShk8LqrY/Xxt9vDoK7rI/AAAAAAAAXrw/Q93_UArbEjkgssNZDhhfEphRaTShnvXVACLcBGAsYHQ/w320-h180/YouTubersWhoWereMurdered.png" title="YouTubers Who Were Murdered" width="320" /></a></div>Hello everyone. I hope you are doing well. Sorry I haven't been blogging much, as I have been extremely busy. On Saturday, July 11th (about two weeks ago from today) I wrote and co-produced the 7th episode for <a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a>, a podcast that explores true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries. </font><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">As you may or may not be aware, YouTube is the second most visited website in the world today. With over one billion unique views on a daily basis, this world-renowned platform is home to some of the most tragic deaths. With everyone from Tamisha Ridge (DIYMeesha, MeeshaBoo, and Fashionista Tamisha) to Jahseh Onfroy (XXXTentacion) to even the unsolved mystery murder of Keith Ratliff and more. Join me and Billy as we explore YouTubers who tragically lost their lives to murder. <br /></font><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">To listen to this podcast on the official website, just <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/07/11/youtubers-who-were-murdered/" target="_blank">click here</a> right now. You can also listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youtubers-who-were-murdered/id1509848544?i=1000484313157" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iC5nbX7Hvp5tEyaJYY89b?si=gCb0Q6_QSXiPGZMSREyTfw" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/youtubers-who-were-murdered-68088228/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9ldmVuc2FsdGxvb2tzbGlrZXN1Z2FyLmNvbS8_cD0xMDE?sa=X&ved=0CAkQ38oDahcKEwjIi6jUj-fqAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/75599840" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://radiopublic.com/even-salt-looks-like-sugar-WDz0b7" target="_blank">Radio Public</a>, <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/youtubers-who-were-murdered" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, and wherever you find fine podcasts. You can also listen to this podcast on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rP-cx5dVMzw&t=790s" target="_blank">YouTube</a>. </font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">If you love any of these subjects, I highly encourage you to subscribe. If you are already subscribed, thank you. </span></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">I just wrote the 8th episode for this podcast a few days ago and I'm hoping it will be released sometime this weekend. Without giving any hints, I will say that I think you will like it, as I noticed many podcasts haven't really explored this particular phenomenon. </font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">I hope you are having a great day, as I hope you have an amazing weekend. Have a wonderful day! </font></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-20414827152410350182020-06-23T00:19:00.015-06:002023-09-14T05:13:34.490-06:00The Tragic Death of Junko Furuta<span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><font><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC4f37_5sJNvWJJ62YUK5gtAtxhPz7argzTYd-UpWOgCELn8ooZ8FKTKNa8Rbi-3e5Sr8JCpWc7Q9I8J0GtN5DAkFD4LX94GeRcXlf6Kpgls13Z9D5BzVdrW_4xAnvdlvLoHq-SDKyPOs/s1280/Junko-Furuta.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Junko Furuta" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC4f37_5sJNvWJJ62YUK5gtAtxhPz7argzTYd-UpWOgCELn8ooZ8FKTKNa8Rbi-3e5Sr8JCpWc7Q9I8J0GtN5DAkFD4LX94GeRcXlf6Kpgls13Z9D5BzVdrW_4xAnvdlvLoHq-SDKyPOs/w320-h180/Junko-Furuta.png" title="Junko Furuta" width="320" /></a></div>Some of the most gruesome acts of human nature occur when you least expect them. In the case of 16-year old Junko Furuta, distressing is an understatement. </font>For an excruciating duration of 1,056 hours (that's over 63,000 minutes and 44 days), she endured a level of torture that surpasses imagination. The details I stumbled upon in the case file are too distressing to put into words, leaving me profoundly saddened and depressed.</span><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">To be honest, when I crafted this podcast, I was plagued by sleeplessness. The court documents on this case, translated for me by a friend from Japan, kept me tossing and turning. Unlike my usual speedy podcast writing process, this one demanded breaks for emotional recovery. It was a struggle to maintain composure, as anger and intense emotions welled up within me. Although I had no personal connection to her, I empathized deeply with her suffering. What truly ignited my fury was not only the torment she endured and the horrifying details her captors shared in court, but also the unsettling reality that they remain unpunished, living freely among us due to flaws in the archaic Japanese court system.<span><br /></span></span><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">Out of all the true crime podcast episodes I've explored so far, this one is undoubtedly the most extreme. While I've come across more gruesome cases in my research, there's something about this particular episode that unsettles me more than the rest. If you're currently having a great day, I would advise against listening to this podcast, as it has the potential to alter your mood. Brace yourself. <span>This episode is not for the faint of heart nor is it for those of you who are upset, as this will just make you feel a lot worse. </span><a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/06/23/the-death-of-junko-furuta/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar--Episode 6: The Death of Junko Furuta</a><span>. </span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">Junko had a life, a life tragically snuffed out by deranged individuals driven by their twisted desires. The sheer disregard with which they discarded her life is truly diabolical and evil. What makes it even more unjust is that these perpetrators continue to live their lives, now in their 50s, without facing appropriate consequences for their heinous actions. The level of unfairness is staggering. Indeed, one can only hope that in the next life, justice will finally be served for Junko Furuta. She undoubtedly deserves that, considering the unimaginable suffering she endured.</span></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span>You can listen to this podcast on </span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/id1509848544#episodeGuid=http%3A%2F%2Fevensaltlookslikesugar.com%2F%3Fp%3D95" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a><span>, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xcfleTtlDneimc7aV707Y?context=spotify%3Ashow%3A7KAFnkeUMTecqXwZAjWX3G&si=KuUKTwbCQECo14vCjKHlwQ" target="_blank">Spotify</a><span>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/The-Death-of-Junko-Furuta/dp/B08KMMH9BY" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, </span><a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cDovL2V2ZW5zYWx0bG9va3NsaWtlc3VnYXIuY29tLz9wPTk1?ved=0CAcQ38oDahcKEwiww-ezo5fqAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/72100318" target="_blank">Stitcher</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-zRk3h6kWA" target="_blank">YouTube</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/the-death-of-junko-furuta" target="_blank">Spreaker</a><span>, <a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Death-of-Junko-Furuta-Podcast/B08K7Y9NFY" target="_blank">Audible</a>, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts. You can also listen on the official website--<a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> too. </span><br /></span><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">As the present is only an interface of the past and future, there is no way of knowing what will happen tomorrow. I hope only good, great, and amazing things happen, especially after writing this podcast. Thank you for listening. </font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">Furuta Junko no seigi wa doko ni armasu ka? Rest in Peace Furuta Junko. May you find peace Ju Chan and those men who did this to you live with what they did and the consequences forever. Gomennasai. Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Shinin ni kuchi nashi. Oyasumi nasai. </font></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-73104076167794282712020-06-14T23:27:00.028-06:002023-08-30T21:01:38.125-06:00Police Brutality and Black Culture<font face="trebuchet"><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx6tIo0EeMsFqihgISB3GUrR2lstBv-cBIQvr-un1I4KwB2RKhe5uZBmpQayax9ViN91ukdBpsg3itc55LYI8ulR4H8HNej1pBMgRKs-sRMzmapbc46IFclHlYOqJ7RkQ5WM4dFgPVnAQ/s1280/BlackLivesMatter.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Black Lives Matter" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx6tIo0EeMsFqihgISB3GUrR2lstBv-cBIQvr-un1I4KwB2RKhe5uZBmpQayax9ViN91ukdBpsg3itc55LYI8ulR4H8HNej1pBMgRKs-sRMzmapbc46IFclHlYOqJ7RkQ5WM4dFgPVnAQ/w320-h180/BlackLivesMatter.png" title="Black Lives Matter" width="320" /></a></div>The police enforce the laws by protecting citizens of crimes against humanity; however, what happens when the men in blue who took the oath to protect us become the enemy? Throughout history, I have witnessed the enduring presence of racial intolerance in society. It is disheartening to acknowledge that not only have whites discriminated against blacks, but there have also been instances of discrimination within the black community itself. Addressing all forms of racial discrimination is crucial for fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It is disheartening and deeply troubling when individuals are devalued and subjected to differential treatment based on their skin color and ethnic background. The video of George Floyd, which I came across on Facebook Watch before it circulated on YouTube, left me feeling outraged and disgusted by the appalling actions I witnessed. Regardless of George Floyd's substance abuse issues, it is evident that the police should have shown greater restraint. Intentionally causing harm or taking someone's life is unjustifiable. The video undeniably portrays him as a victim in this tragic incident.</div></font><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">As a huge supporter of police, I was so shocked to see such corruption right in front of my face. So I decided to write the fifth episode for the Even Salt Looks Like Sugar podcast about it. Hosted by </span><a href="https://www.billyhoush.com" style="font-family: trebuchet;" target="_blank">Billy Housh</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">, I discovered so many cases in the 20th and 21st century that really bothered me. </span>I must say, this podcast is absolutely incredible, with its inclusion of thought-provoking clips from the brilliant mind of Malcolm X. Prepare to be shocked by some of the deaths discussed in this episode, but always remember that every action carries consequences, and sooner or later, karma collects its debts.</div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">Personally, I must confess that I am not supportive of looting or rioting. However, I strongly believe in the power of peaceful protesting. As an Iranian-American woman, it </font><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">is my firm conviction that no human right should ever be subverted or undermined. I believe the time is now to use your voice to and for a higher purpose.</span></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><i>"Be the force behind your message, be the face behind your voice, and be the voice for the voiceless."</i> Sarah Afshar</font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">And remember, not everything in life is what it seems because <a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a>.</font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">To listen to <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/06/14/police-brutality-and-black-culture/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar - Episode 5: Police Brutality and Black Culture</a> visit the official website right now. You can also listen to this episode on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/police-brutality-and-black-culture/id1509848544?i=1000477961428" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EsAmpvdv70Tu5h2PsNs8n" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cDovL2V2ZW5zYWx0bG9va3NsaWtlc3VnYXIuY29tLz9wPTgz?ved=0CAgQ38oDahcKEwiYxJ2ZzYfqAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBg" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/police-brutality-and-black-culture-63856635/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/71055544" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/police-brutality-and-black-culture" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, and wherever you find fine podcasts. Thank you for listening. Listen if you dare. Have an amazing day!</font></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-44741318634274781262020-06-04T22:51:00.029-06:002023-09-14T05:14:03.580-06:00The Existence of Aliens<span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><font><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPekXAHA7SYjAeS9HPA_UNDpVKm6fBvMMolmB_1iLAIZlfKPDteH_ASFnyg47E2CIwnvvWUPpgWrb1kyVcYKH_Bl87fZfiprz3ESU1E3sjaB3Lr1KDgXhaT3VwNFb_CQwCxnHKOhNSpR4/s1280/TheExistenceofAliens.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Existence of Aliens" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPekXAHA7SYjAeS9HPA_UNDpVKm6fBvMMolmB_1iLAIZlfKPDteH_ASFnyg47E2CIwnvvWUPpgWrb1kyVcYKH_Bl87fZfiprz3ESU1E3sjaB3Lr1KDgXhaT3VwNFb_CQwCxnHKOhNSpR4/w320-h180/TheExistenceofAliens.png" title="The Existence of Aliens" width="320" /></a></div>As humans, it is easy for us to acknowledge and recognize that we are the only living species in this universe. </font>The <i>"Rare Earth"</i> hypothesis, while considered by some scientists and theorists, is not universally accepted due to the lack of sufficient evidence. It is impossible to know every single planet in the vast expanse of the universe, given its immense size and the sheer number of planets it contains. The search for extraterrestrial life is ongoing, and our understanding continues to evolve as we gather more data and explore further.</span><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">This leads scientists and researchers, as well as experts, to develop alternative hypotheses like the <i>"Drake Equation"</i> and ponder the <i>"Fermi Paradox."</i> It's important to remember that theories are not absolute facts, but they provide insights into what might exist and what might not in the vast realm of possibilities. They help us gain a better understanding of the potential realities that could exist beyond our own.<br /></span><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">I had an amazing time writing and co-producing the fourth episode of the <a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> podcast. I am also featured in this podcast. Hosted by world-renowned producer <a href="https://www.billyhoush.com" target="_blank">Billy Housh</a>, experimental philosopher and theorist Michael Carrano (M.A. Carrano) also shared his thoughts.</font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">If you haven't had the chance, please check out Even Salt Looks Like Sugar—Episode 4: The Existence of Aliens on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-existence-of-aliens/id1509848544?i=1000476747547" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4zcqhlGiWfjauDu1COAJJ5" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cDovL2V2ZW5zYWx0bG9va3NsaWtlc3VnYXIuY29tLz9wPTc1?ved=0CAsQzsICahcKEwjgpuqVlpfqAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/70168514" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/the-existence-of-aliens" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, and wherever you find fine podcasts. </font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">The speculation surrounding archetypes in our universe indeed holds significant influence in our present world. Our civilization is a diverse amalgamation of multiple species, unified into a single life form. If it wasn't God who created our world, then who did? Furthermore, if aliens truly do not exist, why does our curiosity about them persist?</font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><font face="trebuchet">It would indeed be self-centered to assume that humans are the sole living beings in this vast universe. The scale of our universe is so immense that Earth itself seems minuscule in comparison. While it is speculated that our universe spans 94 billion light years in diameter, with potentially trillions of life-supporting planets, I believe that the actual number may be even greater. I also believe that the existence of the homo sapien species extends beyond the dimensions we currently comprehend, given the sheer number of estimated planets in the universe.</font></div><div><font face="trebuchet"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><font>If you have an interest in true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries, I highly recommend giving this podcast a listen and subscribing. Thank you for tuning into this episode and for your support. </font><span>Remember not everything in life is what it seems because </span><a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/2020/06/04/the-existence-of-aliens/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a><span>. I hope you are having a wonderful day. </span></span></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-54787771761775806922020-05-23T12:30:00.005-06:002023-09-05T04:06:43.366-06:00Tragic Video Gaming Deaths<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif">The human brain collects and obtains a series of stimulations which help with perception, comprehension, and cognition. Video games help users think, remember, and even solve problems both efficiently and effectively. Playing video games can also build an articulate rapport, improve concentration, boost memory, and even strengthen your brain’s ability to multitask. They can also ease, as well as, eliminate anxiety and depression. However, what are the negative effects and disadvantages of playing video games? </span><div><br /></div><div>Do video games truly foster violence, addiction, and paranoia? As the ultimate form of escapism, they offer tangible and spiritual enhancements to perceptual processes, while also playing a prominent role in popular and digital culture. However, the pressing question remains: can playing them lead to fatal consequences or cause harm to others?<br />
<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif"><br /></span><span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif">Video games introduce you to a multi-dimensional world with a reciprocated exchange and interface. With all of the strengths video gaming plays in the world of entertainment—what happens when a player’s biochemical pathway is compromised? </span><br />
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif">It was truly an honor to write the third episode for the <a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> podcast and I had a wonderful time doing so. In addition to writing this episode (which I wrote using my phone via iPhone notes), I co-produced this episode. And I am also featured. Hosted by Iranian-Canadian producer Billy Housh, this episode delivers some of best production, projection, and overall engagement I have ever heard or experienced in a true crime podcast. It was put together very well. I am definitely looking forward to seeing this project move upward and forward as it is simply fantastic. </span><br />
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif">Check out Episode 3: Tragic Video Gaming Deaths on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/tragic-video-gaming-deaths/id1509848544?i=1000475458624" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://e3e85fbda0b93c236cc70b01a5c0a393.ulink.adjust.com/ulink/episode/6ouDeQhPwptJfbdAwxltxs?adjust_reftag=ca1EWGIZIvsdS&adjust_t=abuwqb&adjust_iredirect=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fepisode%2F6ouDeQhPwptJfbdAwxltxs%3Fnd%3D1&adjust_notrack=1&adjust_lulink_redirected=1" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-even-salt-looks-like-sugar-62565389/episode/tragic-video-gaming-deaths-62908008/" target="_blank">iHeartRadio</a>, <a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/Tragic-Video-Gaming-Deaths-Podcast/B08K7ZD9X9" target="_blank">Audible</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRwcm94eS5nb29nbGUuY29tL0V2ZW5TYWx0TG9va3NMaWtlU3VnYXI/episode/aHR0cDovL2V2ZW5zYWx0bG9va3NsaWtlc3VnYXIuY29tLz9wPTcw" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/tragic-video-gaming-deaths" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/FPN-WxTuJKA" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=527894" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://www.breaker.audio/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/64016283" target="_blank">Breaker</a>, and wherever you find fine podcasts. If you love true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries you will love the podcast Even Salt Looks Like Sugar.</span><br />
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif">Remember, not everything in life is what it seems because Even Salt Looks Like Sugar. Listen if you dare. I hope you are having a wonderful day and weekend. </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-26928015902507371432020-05-17T06:37:00.002-06:002021-01-06T06:06:22.849-07:00National Idaho Day 2020<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Today is National Idaho Day. I have been a resident of Idaho for about 5-6 years now. I have two homes in this state, with my main home being in Meridian, Idaho, where I currently reside. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I love Idaho and think it is completely underrated as a state. I have lived in several states in the United States throughout my life and have visited almost every single one, but I have yet to discover a single state like Idaho. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Not only does the great potato state have a relaxed ambiance that is flatter than most and picturesque at best, but a very organic environment, as you will notice quite a few things here that differ from other states you have been to. It is a very agricultural state, as everywhere you look you will see fields upon fields of produce growing. Idaho is known for their potatoes and their onions more than anything, but what you will notice when you first visit is a lot of stuff growing and sometimes the scent will manifest throughout the large area. Often times, you will discover small proprietors on the roads selling something they independently grow. <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Aside from this, Idaho is a very culturally connected area, as it is home to people from all walks of life. There are people who are from Mexico and speak no English, as there are people who are from India who speak English more fluently than most Americans do. Idaho is a conservative state and is very accepting of all ethnic backgrounds. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Before living in Idaho, I was living in Bozeman, Montana. It was beautiful there, but I wanted a change of scenery. Montana didn't have any trees; however, Idaho is filled with them. Idaho sort of embodies Montana in some ways, but with more trees and better weather. If Montana and Northern California kind of morphed together, maybe—that is exactly how I would describe the weather here.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">In early 2017 the weather here was extraordinarily unpredictable, as it was not only several degrees below freezing, but I literally had wildlife visiting my house eating from trees. Often times I would feed them with whatever food I had which considered primarily of fruits, vegetables, and breads. One time 12 deer showed up in the middle of the day eating from my cherry and apple trees. The snowfall was so heavy, it destroyed buildings and forced roads to close. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I remember when this happened. I stayed in my house for almost two weeks, hoping things would change and praying they would get better. Everything was shut down and most places were closed. It was a very hard time because I was not only off of work, but I couldn't go anywhere because the weather was so bad. The roads were semi-plowed but the snow just continued to fall relentlessly. I think there was about two-three feet of snow on the ground after the first week which is incredibly rare for Idaho. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The Summers are extremely hot and remind me of Georgia, as they tend to be in the late 90's to early 100's. Spring is the perfect time to start planting anything, although early Summer is a good time too. I try to aim for Earth Day (April 22). The Summer's aren't extremely long, but are longer than most states. You get all four seasons here, which is good. Today, I definitely want to plant some arugula and maybe some lemon basil. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Overall, Idaho is an incredible state and if you have never been here, you need to definitely visit. It is one of a kind. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">From my home to your home—Happy National Idaho Day! </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-30190085201477621872020-05-13T18:00:00.002-06:002021-03-17T03:35:23.235-06:00Making hummus the rustic way<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">Today is National Hummus Day and what better way than to recognize, acknowledge, and honor hummus today by making it the most rustic way possible. As many of you are already aware, I am of Iranian descent, so hummus is pretty much a cult-classic staple in my house and in all of Middle Eastern cuisine. It is a popular dip created with mashed chickpeas and then blended with an array of spices to kind of bring out the flavor of the chickpeas. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">Traditionally hummus consists of only a few ingredients. These ingredients include: grounded sesame seeds skins (or husks, as they are commonly referred to), lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Some people like to add a touch of garlic for a little extra needed flavor; however, most people avoid it, as if you add too much you could ultimately destroy the dish. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">I decided to make hummus the rustic way utilizing a pester and mortal, smashing the chickpeas generously to form a paste-like consistency. Although this is a longer method, it is how hummus use to be made back in ancient Persia. Some have speculated and theorized hummus has existed since the 12th century, but there is very limited proof of this fact. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">For this particular hummus, I am going to keep it very plain and simple. I used the sesame skin husks (the skins) grounded. Because I wanted to make this rustically, I decided to chop them by hand. Additionally, I just added some natural lemon juice straight from the lemon, a little bit of Persian blue salt, and some pepper. I didn't add any garnish, as I just kept everything simple. Why? Because sometimes less is more. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">I have to admit, I do appreciate and love hummus with flavor and have created an array of varieties of the popular Persian dip; however, I will save those for another blog post. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">What more can I say? I'm hungry so I think I am going to devour this hummus with some rustic naan I am about to make. Happy International Hummus Day! #HummusDay </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-37539121719276208122020-05-13T17:50:00.002-06:002020-06-20T13:25:05.786-06:00Mysteriously Bizarre YouTuber Deaths<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://evensaltlookslikesugar.com/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> is a podcast which explores true crime, paranormal activity, and unsolved mysteries. As many of you already aware, I appeared on the very first episode of the podcast where Billy Housh, the host interviewed Tanner's mother</span><a href="https://www.twitter.com/justice4tanner" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;" target="_blank"> Michele Barton</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> and myself. I was absolutely thrilled to be interviewed because I had a lot to say. However, because of the length I didn't really get to say as much as I wanted to. I am very happy though with how the podcast turned out, as I was happy Michele got to speak out against the adversity and resistance she faced due to stance on her son's death and explore the discrepancies in her son's case. It is evident by the vast majority of status quo society that Tanner Barton died of a highly suspicious death. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As an enthusiast of the true crime genre, I grew up watching Unsolved Mysteries and really loved the dynamic of exploring the darkness of our world, as it is evidently clear by most the world isn't always black and white, let alone good, great, and amazing. I decided to reach out to Billy and the podcast team with my ideas. As a result, I ended up writing the second episode and co-producing it too. I wrote this podcast utilizing my iPhone notes, which is probably my favorite way of writing on both my iPhone and iPad. I also add commentary to the podcast. Just yesterday, the podcast premiered <a href="https://youtu.be/TyzQUaVJqTg" target="_blank">Episode 2: Mysteriously Bizarre YouTuber Deaths</a>. The episode explores deaths of both major and micro influencers who made an impact on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">Y</a></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">ouTube</a></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> platform. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some of the deaths that are mentioned in the podcast may forever remain a mystery. Why did fitness YouTuber Greg Plitt attempt to outrun a train to promote an energy drink? Why did Pedro Ruiz think a book would save him from a .50 caliber Dessert Eagle? How did YouTuber Rich Piana die? Will the body of YouTuber Daniel Ahnen ever be discovered? What really happened to Mike "Beard Guy" Taylor? With so many questions left unanswered, their tragic deaths will forever remain a mystery. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">To watch the Even Salt Looks Like Sugar's second episode regarding the mysterious deaths of popular YouTubers, simply <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyzQUaVJqTg" target="_blank">click here</a> right now to watch it. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you have </span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/id1509848544" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank">iTunes</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">, you can download and/or listen to the podcast </span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mysteriously-bizarre-youtuber-deaths/id1509848544?i=1000474416442" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> and if you have</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7KAFnkeUMTecqXwZAjWX3G" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank"> Spotify</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">, you can listen and/or download it </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yQAfU5H1xscp8IrqGU69u" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">. Additionally, if you have <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/even-salt-looks-like-sugar" target="_blank">Spreaker</a>, you can download and/or listen <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/12404130/mysteriously-bizarre-youtuber-deaths" target="_blank">here</a> and if you have <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, you also listen and/or download it <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/even-salt-looks-like-sugar/e/69598672" target="_blank">here</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Remember, not everything in life is what it seems because...Even Salt Looks Like Sugar.</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-8920345706038315882020-04-22T14:22:00.003-06:002022-02-24T16:53:13.024-07:00Even Salt Looks Like Sugar Podcast<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://www.evensaltlookslikesugar.com/" target="_blank">Even Salt Looks Like Sugar</a> is a podcast which explores the darkness of the world and reality in which we live. Hosted by <a href="https://www.billyhoush.com/" target="_blank">Billy Housh</a>, this podcast examines all things true crime including the unexplained, and the unsolved. It is a new podcast, so when I was asked to be interviewed for the first episode, I was extremely honored. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The podcast premiered Episode 1: The Death Of Tanner Barton just today. As many of you are already aware, today April 22, 2020 marks the 8-year anniversary of Tanner Barton's highly suspicious death. With so many questions unanswered, Even Salt Looks Like Sugar speaks with Michele Barton regarding her son, his death, the discrepancies surrounding his death, and what followed after. </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">In addition to speaking with <a href="https://www.twitter.com/justice4tanner" target="_blank">Michele Barton</a>, Even Salt Looks Like Sugar spoke with me too. Around 1:12:46 my introduction into the interview begins with my interview starting shortly after. Not only did Billy Housh question my thoughts regarding the death of Tanner Barton, he touched based on my experience with resistance, slander, and cyberstalking including with those who have made numerous efforts to silence me. <a href="https://www.morganingram.com/" target="_blank">Morgan Ingram</a> and Toni Ingram are also mentioned in this episode. Some of the questions he asked me were in regards to what I have had to deal with because of my support of Morgan Ingram and Tanner Barton and why I believe in the foul play narrative for Morgan Ingram.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I recommend that you grab yourself some coffee, a tea, or your favorite beverage and maybe a snack or even some lunch and/or dinner and listen to this entire podcast all of the way through. It is exactly one hour, 33 minutes, and 48 seconds. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">To listen to the podcast, just watch the video. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">If the video doesn't play, simply </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O_pFYlTp90" target="_blank">click here</a><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> right now to watch it. I am looking forward to seeing this podcast take form, as everything about this is incredibly engaging. Thank you for listening and have an amazing day.</span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-44592709905514941792020-04-17T08:20:00.000-06:002020-04-17T08:20:10.399-06:00National Haiku Poetry Day 2020<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A haiku is simply a Japanese poem that contains three lines. The first line is five syllables, the second line is seven syllables, and the third line is five syllables. Embracing the 5-7-5 concept, a haiku possesses supreme meaning in the most simplest of forms. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">What is referred to as "cutting" (or <i>kiru</i>) is simply three qualities, which are represented per line. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A haiku doesn't need to rhyme; however, it should make sense to those who read it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The first person to ever publish a Haiku was poet and American writer Ezra Pound from Hailey, Idaho in 1913. He published this in a poem referred to as "In a Station of the Metro" where Pound depicts his experiences in Paris through creative writing. Ever since this, Haiku has been a major thing for those who love poetry. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">One thing that I love about writing a haiku is the fact that I can garner inspiration from an experience, a memory, or even a person. Sometimes no source, nothing at all, as the writing speaks for itself. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I published my first haiku on Yahoo! Voices back in 2007 called "Christmas Joyfully Shining" which I published during the holidays. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>Beautiful Christmas</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>The Trees, The Lights, The Magic</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The abstract of writing a haiku should be your words, not the words of someone else. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This particular haiku I wrote is inspired by a song I wrote called "<a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2015/04/golpari-unedited-demo-version.html" target="_blank">Golpari</a>" which is part English and part Persian and tells a story of a Persian goddess flying away. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>Fly, Fly, Fly Away </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Looking at the top line, you will notice that it is five syllables. The middle line is seven and the last line is five. So, 5-7-5. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>The Grass Is Greener </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You can continue the haiku and extend it to the traditional 17 lines, but it should be in the 5-7-5 syllable format and follow this rule. There are no exceptions to this rule, so adding or subtracting a syllable would not work. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Think about what inspires you most and write something. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Do you have a special haiku you want to share? Now it is your turn to do so. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Happy National Haiku Poetry Day! </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-70546970626419990422020-04-17T07:30:00.000-06:002020-04-17T07:51:25.381-06:00What is Remdesivir? How will it treat the coronavirus Covid-19?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The coronavirus is perhaps the most discussed topic around the globe. Millions of people are being infected daily with this fatal virus which has claimed the lives of thousands of people around the world. I don't know if the accuracy of the statistics being flown around are as accurate as they they claim to be, but it is evident there is so much commotion regarding the Covid-19 strain because there is no cure nor preventative for it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Recently, when looking at the stock market I discovered an index gaining momentum called <a href="http://investors.gilead.com/" target="_blank">GILD</a> which is short for Gilead Sciences Inc. Recently, a lot of press has been shared regarding them. I decided to purchase several shares when the stock was at a low price of $60 per share (or a little more, I think it was like $60.90) and have noticed it continues go up over 12 points and surged over 16% despite the fall of numerous indexes in the NYSE. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Upon reading, I discovered Gilead Sciences is known for creating many different drugs for various illnesses. One drug in particular called <a href="https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/remdesivir" target="_blank">Remdesivir</a>, which is an experimental medicine used to treat multiple anti-viruses and illnesses has been the topic of the news lately. This drug has been known to be effective in treating Ebola, MERS, and the SARS-CoV-2 strain. Right now this American biotechnology company is testing <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pccompound?term=1809249-37-3~%5Bsynonym%5D" target="_blank">Remedesivir</a> on patients infected with the Covid-19 strain of the coronavirus.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">What is Remdesivir?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Remdesivir is an experimental anti-viral medicine used to modify or change position of a specific submicroscopic infection within a host of nucleotides. As a result, this causes impetuous termination of the infected Ribonucleic acid (RNA) cell. Nucleotides are the building blocks of both DNA and RNA and are extremely important in our anatomy as a living homo sapien species. Ribose is a natural sugar produced by our bodies. This drug when combined with Ribose derivatives is activated at -108 degrees F and has proved to be effective in treating this problematic health plague which has taken the lives of thousands of Americans alone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">How will Remdesivir treat Covid-19?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://search.usa.gov/search?utf8=?&m=false&affiliate=usagov&query=GS-5734" target="_blank">Remdesivir</a> metabolizes into an active form in the body, but doesn't necessarily metabolize in your body. As a result, this can actually eliminate RNA production within the body and possibly change the RNA position; however, it is unknown whether this drug can actually do this or at least yet. This experimental drug is currently being used for compassionate use only, as it is still in the testing phase via clinical trial. And because of this, not everyone will be able to utilize this drug nor access it at the present time. When the drug is available for everyone, Gilead Sciences states they will always provide an adequate supply of it which you can read <a href="https://www.gilead.com/purpose/advancing-global-health/covid-19/supply-of-approved-products" target="_blank">here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Riboncleic acid is made up of the nitrogenous bases adenine, cytosine, guanine, and uracil and a phosphate group. This group possesses the messenger, the mRNA, the rRNA, the tRNA, and the RNA. Unlike DNA which is represented as G-C-A-T, RNA is represented as A-U-G-C. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Adenine is primarily used for protein synthesis and binds effectively with the uracil base. Uracil is a weak acid, but this particular base is so important as it is a donor and acceptor and works to stabilize RNA cells. This particular base is known to carry out all cell functions. Cytosine is responsible for multiple cellular processes and binds effectively with guanine. If this particular base is compromised it can form with uracil. Guanine binds with adenine, cytosine, and uracil. This is used in cosmetics to create an iridescent kind of effect to colors. It is responsible for aesthetic makeup and protein metabolism in human beings. Theorists believe guanine was created by aliens, but there are no sources which back up this particular theory as universal. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The coronavirus is taking over the world right now. The best thing you can do is take the proper measures to prevent this virus from invading your life and the life of your loved ones. Washing hands, brushing your teeth, washing your face, washing your hair, wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and isolating yourself are great ways to prevent yourself from becoming infected with the coronavirus. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You can check out the latest and greatest studies conducted by Gilead Sciences on the government website National Library of Medicine - Clinical Trials which are updated on a daily basis. Patients with <a href="https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04292730" target="_blank">moderate disease</a>, patients with <a href="https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04292899" target="_blank">severe disease</a>, the <a href="https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04280705" target="_blank">NIAID study</a>, China study in patients with <a href="https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04252664" target="_blank">mild/moderate disease</a>, and China study in patients with <a href="https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04257656" target="_blank">severe disease</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Is <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=search&cmd_current=Limits&term=GS-5734+OR+Remdesivir" target="_blank">Remdesivir</a> the cure for Covid-19? I don't know, but based on the information provided by Gilead Sciences, it is possible. One can only hope. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">For more information about <a href="https://www.gilead.com/purpose/advancing-global-health/covid-19/remdesivir-clinical-trials" target="_blank">Remdesivir</a> visit </span><a href="https://www.gilead.com/" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;" target="_blank">Gilead Sciences Inc.</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> today. </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-56825431931025135902020-03-26T20:15:00.003-06:002021-04-23T16:28:37.347-06:00March 2020: Beauty Favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">March has been a surprising month. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">In the center of the </span><a href="https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/situation-reports" target="_blank">coronavirus</a><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif"> commotion, all I can think of is washing my hands, brushing my teeth, washing my hair, and taking the essential vitamins to prevent myself from getting the deadly virus </span><a href="https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/" target="_blank">COVID-19</a></span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif"><span style="font-family: trebuchet;">. I have been working from home, yet this isolation has made me feel relatively sad and even depre</span>ssed knowing what is going on in the outside world. <br /></span>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Sadly washing your hands, brushing your teeth, washing your hair, and taking the essential vitamins will not prevent this affliction from invading your life; however, staying in isolation will. I have had the coronavirus before. It wasn't this strain of COVID-19, but it was a coronavirus as I was diagnosed. Antibiotics didn't help me at all. After suffering for over a week with a fever, fatigue, pneumonia, dry cough, weakness, and my tears coming out of my mouth, I took peppermint oil and shoved it up my nose. I was completely healed only a few days later. Although most people are against this advice (including relatives who are in the medical field), the person who I caught this from was sick for months after before finally recovering. She was a healthcare professional who was around a patient with this. Within only a few hours of being around this person, I caught it. To avoid talking more about my experience, I will save this for another blog post. </span></div>
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I have tried to practice yoga and meditation besides working, but find myself saddened by the reality of what this <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/" target="_blank">COVID-19</a> has created and caused. Perhaps I am agitated by the relentless fear mongering I see all over the news about the spread of it or feel defeated because it is holding me back from some of my goals for 2020. Although I have family visiting, the harsh realities have taken a major toll. With virtually every town and city around me shutting down, all I can think about is how this will affect the world long-term. What are the repercussions of this plague and how many people have to die before there is an actual cure for it? How will this change us as a species? There are no real answers, and that is scary.<br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Most of my favorites for the month include vital toiletries and vitamins, which are essential right now. I can't pretend to be happy when I am saddened by what is going on in the world right now. Without further ado, here are my beauty favorites for the month of March.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pga" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgc" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Exfoliating Scrub</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgd" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Body Cream</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgn" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Polishing Facial Cleanser</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgp" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Purifying Mask</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgm" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Cleanse & Detox Soap Bar</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pii" target="_blank">Tom's Of Maine Charcoal Toothpaste</a></span> </div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pft" target="_blank">Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Oil</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pj5" target="_blank">Dial Anti-Bacterial Hand Soap</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pfi" target="_blank">NOW Foods Peppermint Oil</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">These are vitamins that I am currently enjoying. I don't take them everyday, but do take them often. They are very beneficial to human health and serve as a wonderful preventative for the COVID-19 Coronavirus.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pg7" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Revitalize Liquid Supplement Drink</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pg3" target="_blank">Sibu Beauty Omega 7 Pure</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pim" target="_blank">Dynamic Health Kakadu Juice Blend</a></span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pkv" target="_blank">Amazon Therapeutic Labs Graviola Tincture</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pfq" target="_blank">Best Naturals Sea Buckthorn</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgr" target="_blank">NOW Foods True-C Organic Acerola</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pgh" target="_blank">NOW Foods Graviola</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pfn" target="_blank">NOW Foods Activated Charcoal</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26ph4" target="_blank">NOW Foods Red Algae Calcium Powder</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pki" target="_blank">Earth Circle Organics Camu Camu Powder</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26phi" target="_blank">Organic India Amla</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26phq" target="_blank">Organic India Shatavari</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pi5" target="_blank">Organic India Triphala</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26phw" target="_blank">Organic India Ashwagandha</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26piq" target="_blank">Planetary Herbals Forskohlii</a></span> </div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26ph1" target="_blank">Nutrex Hawaiian Spirulina Powder</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pk4" target="_blank">Nature's Plus AgeLoss</a></span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://shrsl.com/26pfw" target="_blank">Mason Peppermint Oil Softgels</a> </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Sea Buckthorn is one of the healthiest supplements on earth. As one of the highest sources of vitamin C, this heavily potent antioxidant serves as one of the best preventative mediums. It contains 15 times much per 100 g than an orange. Which, my friends, is a lot.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Taking the proper measures is extremely important; however, it will not prevent this virus from invading your system simply because this is a viral virus. This is viral, so even if you take the proper measures to avoid getting sick, you need to avoid touching your face. It is also important to wear a mask if you are out in public to avoid contact. Eating plant-based foods is important and make sure to wash every single food you purchase. Even if you have to use a little bit of soap on them. What we put into our bodies is who we are. It is very important to consume only clean foods. </span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I have been around a few people who caught the coronavirus earlier this year including one of my mother's friends who ended up with COVID-19 shortly after frequenting a cruise ship. I have not caught this strain, as of yet. I do encourage those who leave their homes to wear a mask and sunglasses. I also advise upon returning to wash your hands, brush your teeth, and take a shower. After washing your hair, use an oil-based hair treatment and/or serum followed by a styling product with alcohol to kill any additional germs. Avoid touching your face at all unless you have washed your hands and used some sort of hand sanitizer product. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The world is a beautiful place. In a time of sadness, sometimes it is very hard to believe, but it is something you must always remember. The United States has the most known cases of this virus, but not of the deaths. In a few days it will be April. As dark as the world is at the moment, one can only hope that the light manifests and there is a cure for the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html" target="_blank">COVID-19</a> before more people die from it. Hopefully they will find a cure soon and the earth's ozone layer will recover also.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Losing your ability to create content can happen to you at anytime. Especially to those of you who are unsure of what to write about and how your post will differ from the next person who writes about the same thing. If you run out of words to say, it isn't because you aren't creative, it is because you are looking for the right content to produce which caters to your blog and your blog's niche and are having minor issues finding it. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Whether you are looking to start a new food blog or you are a food enthusiast running out of ideas and cannot find a way to be inspired, you've come to the right place. Your blog post can be any length; however, if you want it to reach the top of Google, it must be at least 1,200 to 3,000 words. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Food is essential in life so there are many ways to create content that cater to the subject. With everything from the latest recipe and concoction to even the best places to eat, in a city you recently visited—the possibilities of producing write-ups that accommodate foodies all over the world are endless.
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">The Basics</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">What are 108 fantastic food content ideas for your blog? Continue reading, as I take you through over a hundred ideas on what to write about right now. Let's start with the basics shall we?</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">1. Write a recipe. Any recipe. This can be your stepping stone. Be unique. Create a listicle of recipes if you are unsure of what to post. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">2. What I eat in a day. A Day in the Life. Create a food diary to share with your audience. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">3. Recent grocery haul (spotlight every item purchased)</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">4. Describe your favorite go-to meal. Explain why it is your favorite. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">5. Create an annual "Best in Food" awards event and share your favorites. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">6. Share commentary about food you once hated, but now love. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">7. Share commentary about food you once loved, but now hate.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">8. Food Challenges (5 ingredients or less, 30 minutes, etc.—get involved and blog about it)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">9. Create a poll about food. Create a quiz about food. Interact with your audience and following. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">10. $24 in 24 hours/$48 in 48 hours. Share what you can eat/buy on the budget in that time frame in different areas of the country and world.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Food Recipes, Cooking Tips, Grocery Haul, Recipes For Dinner, What I Eat In A Day Blog, Healthy Grocery Haul, Fast Food Challenges, Recipes For Desserts, Monthly Grocery Haul, Favorite Go To Meals, Healthy Food Challenges, Best Restaurants Near Me, Go To Recipes, Cooking Food, Recipes For Breakfast, etc. </span><br />
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<span face="trebuchet ms, sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">What's Trending</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Blogging can be fun, but only if you enjoy it. So taking advantage of link-ups is a great way of getting involved. Interacting with other creators is highly encouraged especially in this case. Don't forget to comment on other blogs, as this is the best way to receive both traffic and comments. Most of the time bloggers will return the favor and reciprocate. Skyrocketing your social has so many benefits which will happen if you take a trending topic and write a blog post about it. Always use the tag "food" and hashtag #food with every single one of your posts for more exposure.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">11. Food For Thought (this is one trend you must take advantage of #foodforthought)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">12. Meatless Monday (utilize the trending hashtag #meatlessmonday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">13. Saturday Sweets (share your favorite sweets using #saturdaysweets)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">14. Food Porn Friday (it is important to use the hashtag #foodporn)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">15. Try-It Tuesday (try a healthy food and use the hashtag #tryittuesday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">16. Wine Wednesday (share a toast of your favorite blush using hashtag #winewednesday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">17. Thirsty Thursday (spotlight any drinks using the hashtag #thirstythursday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">18. Taco Tuesday (show us your taco creations using the hashtag #tacotuesday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">19. Souper Sunday (share your soup recipes using the hashtag #soupersunday)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">20. Friday Favorites (include all things food and use the hashtag #fridayfavorites)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Meatless Monday Recipes, Try It Tuesday Food Ideas, Food Porn, Souper Sunday, Foodie Family, Wine Wednesday Ideas, My Food Diary, Taco Tuesday Recipes, All In Challenge, 30-Day Food Challenge, Thirsty Thursday Near Me, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Food Is A Part Of Life, As It Is A Part Of Our Culture</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">A food blog should always be more than recipes. Of course, recipes help you build a loyal following, but to have only recipes on a food blog is much like only talking about makeup on a beauty blog, when there is much more than just makeup. It is also vital to use the appropriate labels and tags to better fit your regularly updated website. Evidently you don't want to tag "French toast" in with "dinner" as this is a popular breakfast food item. I think you understand what I mean. Here are some food content ideas to get you started.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">21. Describe your ideal menu. What would be the first course, second course, third course, fourth course, etc. </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">22.</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> Do an exclusive interview and/or Q&A with someone you respect or admire in the food industry. </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">23. (insert cuisine): the best dishes</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">24. (insert number) ways to cook (insert food)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">25. (insert number) (insert dish) for (time of year and/or event)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">26. (food) vs. (food): which one is better?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">27. The best food I ate in (insert year and/or place)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">28. What to do with leftover (insert food)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">29. (insert number) uses for (insert food)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">30. How to cook (insert food and/or dish) in (insert number) steps?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Favorite Foods To Eat, Cuisine, Best Dishes In The World, Month Of Menus, Best Food In The World By Country, 10 Methods Of Cooking, Thai Cusine, Most Popular Food In The World, My Favorite Food, How To Use Leftover Food, Indian Cusine, 5 Course Meal Menu, New Ways To Cook Food, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Food Facts Are Not Only Fascinating, They Are Fun</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Some of the best content I have read on the internet is fun food facts. If you do create any articles pertaining to this, it is very crucial to cite your sources. I love writing these blog posts because I learn so much just researching everything needed to create them. So many people want to know these because they are helpful to spotlight ingredients and to create infographics. And let’s face it, most people want to know the type of food they are going to be putting into their bodies. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">31. 10 facts about (insert food here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">32. The biggest health benefits of (insert food here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">33. Why (insert food) will help (insert medical condition and/or concern)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">34. 10 food facts that will shock you</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">35. My experience with (insert food here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">36. The health benefits of (insert food here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">37. 10 foods that are biodegradable </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">38. The most controversial food facts </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">39. The biggest lies and propaganda about (insert food here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">40. Interesting facts about (insert food here)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Food Facts, Fun Healthy food Facts, Shocking Food Facts, Nutrition, Food Facts For Kids, Health Benefits Of Vegetables, Health Food Lies, Food Nutrition Facts, Junk Food, Healthy Food List, Disgusting Food Facts, Healthiest Foods On Earth, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Reviews are one of the most Googled things on the internet. Did you know that? The best way to review anything food is to review the instant, pre-made foods that you purchase at the grocery store, as many people around the world purchase those. Cookbooks are also a great essential as many people across the world use those on a daily basis. Perhaps with your review, you can create a recipe from the cookbook to compliment your commentary. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">41. The best instant meals you can find at (insert store)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">42. The best instant meals for those on-the-go</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">43. 10 instant meals that will make you forget you were eating instant</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">44. The best frozen foods I tried recently</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">45. Why I love (insert instant or pre-made meal here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">46. The best instant meals with (insert ingredient)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">47. The best instant meals under $5/under $10</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">48. DIY recipe of your favorite pre-made and/or instant meal.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">49. 2020 (insert brand name) Must-Haves</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">50. Review: (insert instant and/or pre-made meal here)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Instant Meals With Boiling Water, Best Instant Pot, Microwave Meals, Best Instant Coffee, Homemade Frozen Meals, Instant Meals For College, Instant Pot Meals With Ground Beef, Healthy Frozen Meals, Instant Pot Meals For Two, Raos Frozen Meals, Best Air Fryer, Pre-Made Meals For The Week, Best Decaf Instant Coffee, PF Chang’s Frozen Meals, Instant Meals For Camping, etc.</span><br />
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<span face="trebuchet ms, sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Help Foodies Choose Gifts For Their Loved Ones</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Gift guides are so important. Especially when writing any content for your blog. There are millions upon millions of internet users who <a href="https://www.google.com/" target="_blank">Google</a> and <a href="https://www.bing.com/" target="_blank">Bing</a> what to purchase for their family, friends, and loved ones because they are clueless as to what to buy them. I know when I first started using the internet, I didn't know what to buy for certain family members and gift guides really helped me. Leave the date out if your content does not contain affiliate links and is evergreen. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">51. 10 gifts for the (insert profession) who love (insert food)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">52. 10 gifts for the food enthusiast who loves (insert item)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">53. The best DIY gifts for the foodie in your life</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">54. The best gifts of (insert year) for the food lover in your life</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">55. 10 incredible DIY food gifts everyone will love</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">56. (insert food brand): the best gifts of (insert year)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">57. The best food gifts for the (insert profession)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">58. The best Christmas gifts for the (insert food profession)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">59. 10 reasons why food makes the best gift</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">60. Write a seasonal recipe. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Food Gifts, Best Food Gifts, Gourmet Food Gifts, Edible Arrangements, Food Basket Gifts, Homemade Food Gifts For Christmas Presents, Food Delivery Gifts, Christmas Food Gifts, Food Basket Gifts, Food Gifts To Send, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Don't Be Afraid To Embrace The Listicle</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">It is so important (and I cannot say this enough) to create content that is travel-friendly because believe it or not, there are many people who frequent food blogs just to see what eateries are good and what aren't. There are many review zines that contain fake reviews, so to kind of weed them out Google sets it's algorithm to find only the best quality content around. This means real reviews from real people. And although reviewing one place is a great idea, listicles work good too. Especially in this case. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">61. Top 10 best restaurants in (insert location here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">62. The best restaurant in (insert location here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">63. Why you should eat at (insert place) in (insert location here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">64. The best places to eat in (insert place)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">65. I love dining at (insert place) in (insert location here) because...</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">66. Where to find an amazing (insert food) in (insert location)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">67. The greatest cafes to find a great (insert food) in (insert location)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">68. The best pizzerias in (insert location) - you can also change 'pizzerias' too.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">69. Why I love to eat at (insert place) in (insert location here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">70. Review: (insert restaurant name)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: The Best Restaurants, Good Eats Near Me, What Should I Eat, Best Restaurants Near Me, Best Restaurants, Restaurant Benefits, Takeout Food Near Me, Food Delivery, New Restaurants Near Me, Fast Food, Food Truck, Bad Restaurants Near Me, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Even If You Don't Eat Keto Or Gluten-Free, You Can Still Talk About It</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Words are completely meaningless and irrelevant if you don't have the creative process to back it up. You have every right to choose what you want to say and how you want to say it on your blog, but remember there will be many types of people reading your content. It is crucial to cater to your audience. Even if it means stepping outside of the box a bit. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">71. Tips for eating healthy in (you can leave the year out or build onto the title)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">72. The best (insert diet and/or dietary concern here) recipes</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">73. A (insert diet and/or dietary restriction) version of your favorite (enter food)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">74. 10 amazing gluten-free dishes you must try today.</span><br /><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">75. The best sugar-free recipes for (insert food and/or dish here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">76. The good, the bad, and the ugly: (insert diet and/or dietary concern here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">77. 10 wonderful keto-friendly foods you must try now.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">78. The (insert food) for those who are (insert illness)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">79. How to diet during the holiday season (Is it possible?)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">80. Review: (any health food product that is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and/or sugar-free)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Benefits Of Non GMO, Gluten Free Food List, <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=keto+diet+foods" target="_blank">Keto Diet Foods</a>, Sugar Free Recipes, Best Gluten Free Recipes, Low Carb Diet Recipes, Ratio Keto Yogurt, GMO Foods, Keto Diet Recipes, Sugar Free Diet, Keto XP, Low Carb Diet Foods, One Shop Keto, Adele Diet, Keto Diet For Beginners, Sirtfood Diet, Frozen Keto Meals, Golo Diet, Low Carb Recipes, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">Vegetarians And Vegans Need Love Too</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">A lot of people will want to read your blog as long as your blog can relate to them in some way. It is very crucial to cater to those who are vegetarian and vegan. As a vegetarian, if I look at your blog and notice not a single plant-based article, I will click off immediately without flinching. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">81: Recipe: (something vegan and/or vegetarian)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">82. 10 (name of food) that are vegetarian/10 (name of food) that are vegan</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">83. 10 vegan-friendly alternatives to meat that taste as good as the real thing</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">84. The best plant-based alternatives for (insert meat, poultry, and/or fish here) </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">85. The best vegetarian food at (insert popular restaurant chain and/or fast food chain)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">86. A look at the best (insert vegetarian food and/or dish) at (insert restaurant)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">87. Eat vegan and/or vegetarian for a week and document your experience. </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">88. Spotlight a fruit and/or vegetable that can be used in many ways</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">89. The best vegan restaurants in (insert location)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">90. Review: (insert plant-based, vegan, and/or vegetarian substitute here)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Best Vegetarian Recipes, Meatless Dinner Ideas, Vegetarian Food, Best Vegan Recipes, Vegan Food, Most Popular Vegan Recipes, Vegan Near Me, Meatless Meals, Vegan Food Near Me, Vegan Foods List, Top Vegan Foods, Vegetarian Charcuterie, Meatless Meat, Vegetarian Main Meals, Vegetarian Soup, Best Vegetarian Cookbooks, Easy Vegetarian Dishes, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">When All Else Fails, Talk About Food On The Tube</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">YouTube</a> is one of the most visited websites on the world wide web. It is also owned and operated by Google, which means the moment you start talking about it, the more traffic you will receive to your blog. Don't be afraid to write something controversial, as you are entitled to freedom of speech. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">91. Who is your favorite food vlogger? Why are they your favorite?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">92. Which food vlogger do you admire? Why do you admire them?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">93. Who is your favorite YouTube mukbanger? </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">94. Top 10 favorite food videos about ____</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">95. Why (insert food vlogger here) is one of your favorites</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">96. 10 engaging food vloggers that have sparked your interest</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">97. What I learned from watching food vloggers on YouTube</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">98. 10 reasons I cannot stand (insert food vlogging YouTuber here)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">99. Who is the most controversial food vlogger? Why do you think they are?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">100. Review: (product endorsed by a food vlogger)</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: Top Food YouTubers, Best Food YouTube Channels, Stephanie Soo, Travel Food Vloggers, Trisha Paytas, Tasty, Nikocado Avocado, Serious Eats, Food Network, Soul Food Near Me, ASMR, The Vegan Teacher, McDonalds Mukbang, YouTube Chefs, Boki Mukbang, Gordon Ramsay, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">As technology continues to evolve, so does the demand for those of us wanting to learn more about it. There are many people who don't know which apps to download nor do they know what social networking apps will help them grow. As you continue to learn, you can also educate your audience including other aspiring bloggers on what are the best and what are the worst on the world wide web.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">101. What is your favorite food app? Why is it your favorite?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">102. 10 amazing apps as good as <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> to share recipes.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">103. The best food blogger I discovered recently. Why are they the best?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">104. What are your favorite food blogs on the internet? Why are they are your favorite?</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">105. Why (insert app here) is the best app for food lovers.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">106. Why I love (insert food app)/Why I hate (insert food app)</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">107. Share your Pinterest recipe success and/or failure. Explain more.</span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">108. The best Pinterest recipes. The worst Pinterest recipes. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keyword Suggestions: </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Food Recipes Pinterest, </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Best Pinterest Recipes, My Pinterest Recipes, Instacart, </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Pinterest Food Appetizers,</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> Pinterest Food Ideas Dinner, Pinterest Recipes To Try, Pinterest Food Christmas, Street Food Finder App, Food Stamps, Best Food Diary App, Food Delivery, etc. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Remember that there are many meanings for the word "best" so it is important to utilize them to create original and compelling content. Best also means "greatest" too. A quick <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=define+best&oq=define+best" target="_blank">Google search</a> of the definition will bring you to a list of synonyms which you can use in place of the word. You can also do this with every word you decide to use. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Keywords are important and really serve as a guide to helping others find your content. If you want people to find your content, it is extremely important to use a platform that helps them find it. Virtually every single, generic term associated with food has a heavy search volume and high competition; however, when it comes to the <a href="https://www.google.com/" target="_blank">Google</a> search engine, the term "foodie" has a very strong volume and low competition. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">This is why you should always use this word in your posts when talking about food.</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Pay attention to the related search term results too. Some great places to find keywords include <a href="https://keywordtool.io/" target="_blank">Keyword Tool</a>, <a href="https://trends.google.com" target="_blank">Google Trends</a>, <a href="https://neilpatel.com/ubersuggest/" target="_blank">Ubersuggest</a>, <a href="https://ads.google.com/intl/en_us/getstarted/" target="_blank">Google Keyword Planner</a>, <a href="https://www.wordstream.com/keywords" target="_blank">Word Stream</a>, and <a href="https://www.semrush.com/lp/keyword-magic-tool/en/" target="_blank">Semrush</a>. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Your audience is what makes your blog important. And because of this, it is extremely vital to remember that your subscribers are important. Create polls and utilize them in your daily and monthly emails to see what kind of content you should produce next. You don't have to make writing so much work, but if you want to be successful it is important to cater to your audience and put a little bit of work and effort into your writing pieces. If that means producing content that is different from the content you normally create, this is a good stepping stone in doing so. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Remember a high-quality image is key. If you do have something that is relatively low-quality and not the best, try your best to tweak it up a bit using <a href="https://www.paintshoppro.com/en/" target="_blank">Paint Shop Pro</a> or <a href="https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html" target="_blank">Photoshop</a>. Also, do take advantage of utilizing templates and images. Some great apps and platforms you should definitely take advantage of include <a href="https://www.snappa.com/" target="_blank">Snappa</a>, <a href="https://www.adobe.com/sea/products/indesign.html" target="_blank">InDesign</a>, <a href="https://www.canva.com/" target="_blank">Canva</a>, <a href="https://spark.adobe.com/" target="_blank">Spark</a>, <a href="https://www.fotor.com/" target="_blank">Fotor</a>, <a href="https://www.picmonkey.com/" target="_blank">PicMonkey</a>, <a href="https://www.visme.co/" target="_blank">Visme</a>, <a href="https://www.piktochart.com/" target="_blank">Piktochart</a>, <a href="https://venngage.com/" target="_blank">Venngage</a>, <a href="https://pixlr.com/" target="_blank">Pixlr</a>, <a href="http://wordswag.co/" target="_blank">Word Swag</a>, <a href="https://pablo.buffer.com/" target="_blank">Pablo</a>, <a href="https://desygner.com/" target="_blank">Desygner</a>, <a href="https://photofy.com/" target="_blank">Photofy</a>, <a href="https://youzign.com/" target="_blank">YouZign</a>, <a href="https://placeit.net/" target="_blank">Place It</a>, <a href="http://recite.com/" target="_blank">Recite</a>, and <a href="https://www.designbold.com/" target="_blank">Design Bold</a>. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I hope my blog post today will help inspire you to moderate your inner food blogger and sustenance scribbler. If you have any questions, comments, and feedback you want to share please do not hesitate to do so. Remember to share on social media. Do not hesitate to subscribe to my blog and follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sarahafsharblog" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.twitter.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. I do have <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahafshar" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, but I haven't been active for two years. Discover more '<a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/p/about.html" target="_blank">About Me</a>' and what social networks I belong to. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">It is almost 8 am. I am going to finish my breakfast and then go to work. Thank you for reading and have a wonderful day.</span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com52tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-86031936526526018742020-02-29T20:23:00.000-07:002020-02-29T20:23:02.454-07:00February 2020: Beauty Favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Today is not only the last day of the month but also leap day. This occurs every four years, so the next 'February 29th' will not occur until 2024. You may ask is on everyone's mind, as it used to be on mine for many years—why are there only 28 days in February every year, but leap year? Because it is used to balance out the solar calendar of the year by aligning the sun properly within its original position. It takes 365 days and 6 hours (525,960 minutes) for the earth to circle the sun. Leap year acknowledges, recognizes, and honors the sun and its relation to earth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">February was a month for quite a few things. The day of love (Valentine's Day), Maha Shivaratri, George Washington's birthday (President's day), my amazing mother's birthday, and today</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">—leap year</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">. To honor this fascinating February day, I would love to share with you some of my favorite beauty products for the month. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/giorgio-armani-prima-glow-on-moisturizing-cream/5272774/lite?siteid=VrNXAxpuZhs-g.d.YIqILTudk5rhmQXboA&utm_source=rakuten&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=VrNXAxpuZhs&utm_content=1&utm_term=357944&utm_channel=low_nd_affiliates&sp_source=rakuten&sp_campaign=VrNXAxpuZhs" target="_blank">Giorgio Armani Beauty PRIMA Moisturizing Balm</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/indie-lee-coq-10-toner/4737816/lite?siteid=VrNXAxpuZhs-fM4YN4Ah2HvlmVqlqkjBvw&utm_source=rakuten&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=VrNXAxpuZhs&utm_content=1&utm_term=357944&utm_channel=low_nd_affiliates&sp_source=rakuten&sp_campaign=VrNXAxpuZhs" target="_blank">Indie Lee COQ-10 Toner</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=VrNXAxpuZhs&mid=1237&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2Fdior-couture-color-rouge-dior-lipstick%2F4456243%2F" target="_blank">Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick</a> in the shade 047 Miss </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24p7k" target="_blank">The Original BEAUTYBLENDER</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1911993/568857/9383?veh=aff&sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&prodsku=157223055&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FIGK-Down-Out-Dirty-Spray-5oz%2F157223055" target="_blank">IGK Hair Down & Out Dirty Spray</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">6. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24pab" target="_blank">100% Pure Vitamin C Mask</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">7. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24p7j" target="_blank">Strivectin Intensive Eye Concentrate for Wrinkles</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">8. <a href="https://www.pntra.com/t/Qz9KQ0NFP0NERUVKST9KQ0NF?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.narscosmetics.com%2FUSA%2Fcustard-radiant-creamy-concealer%2F0607845012344.html" target="_blank">NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">9. <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=VrNXAxpuZhs&mid=1237&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2Faerin-beauty-mediterranean-honeysuckle-eau-de-parfum%2F4253119%2F" target="_blank">AERIN Mediterranean Honeysuckle</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">10. <a href="https://shop.goop.com/shop/products/enriching-face-oil" target="_blank">Goop by Juice Beauty Enriching Face Oil</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I enjoy these products in the realm of makeup, skincare, hair, and fragrance. I found nothing related to bath & body nor nails that I really loved a lot this month, although there are quite a few products I already love and enjoy, as I have mentioned them several times before. I found the following stand-alone beauty supplements a favorite for the month February.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24paj" target="_blank">Starwest Botanicals Activated Charcoal</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24paf" target="_blank">NOW Foods Organic Coconut Flour</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24pap" target="_blank">NEOCELL Super Collagen + C</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24pb4" target="_blank">MuscleTech Vapor Pre-Workout</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. <a href="http://shrsl.com/24pbm" target="_blank">Earth Circle Organics Spirulina Powder</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As I tried many products that were just okay, some of them were just no way, and not many slayed. In the end though, these beauty products are my favorite for the month of February. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">What are your favorites for this month? Please leave them in the comments below so I can check them and hopefully try them. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I hope you are having a wonderful day. Thank you for reading. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">When someone close to you dies and you do not understand why, you question frequently what happened to them. You want to know what occurred the day before and the day of their death. It was a stunning Spring day in the Hoosier state when all of that changed forever after Michele Barton received a phone call her son had mysteriously died. At the time of Tanner Barton’s death, he was just 19-years old. With so many questions left unanswered, Barton has yet to receive any pieces to the puzzle let alone answers to her questions. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">As a mother who loved her son and knew him more than anyone, Barton questioned relentlessly the events surrounding her son’s death. According to the police reports, the people he visited waited over six hours before calling 911 to report his death. Why? If you witness someone die or discover them dead, why would you wait so long to dial 911? Upon interrogation, many discrepancies were discovered in the witnesses’ statements. Barton, who undeniably loved her son and knew him, challenged the incongruities and inconsistencies of their testimonies.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">As a result, Barton has been eminently vocal regarding Tanner’s death and what followed in the years to come. The coroner and detective on the case told Mrs. Barton immediately after discovering Tanner's body and interviewing the people he visited that the death was “highly suspicious” as they informed her shortly after the autopsy, they were confident in their surmise. This was in 2012, two leap years ago. It is now 2020 and his death remains a mystery.</span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Michele reached out to several people for help. Those who promised to help her—</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">did, but only for a short period of time. Those who once helped her, </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">left her and some of those people who once believed Barton and knew her son died of a mysterious death</span><span face=""roboto" , "arial" , sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #3c4043; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">turned completely against her. In efforts to silence Michele and her 1st amendment rights as an American citizen, they even involved the court of law. Not only did Barton receive a subpoena ad testificandum by someone who once promised to help her, but the same person was granted an injunction against Michele. </span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">If your son visited friends and left in good spirits and health, only to receive a call the next day informing you of his sudden death, can you even fathom the depth of shock and despair that would consume you? The mere thought of such a devastating loss leaves me utterly heartbroken and filled with unimaginable grief. </span>Michele's quest for answers is not only valid but also her inherent human right. I want to also say that it is important to acknowledge that she has consistently displayed honesty and has never engaged in deceptive behavior. As a strong and vocal mother, she rightfully seeks clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding her son's death. It is worth noting that she has never belittled anyone, even those who may have previously supported her but chose to distance themselves.</div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I am a firm believer that there are many people in this world who will hate you because of the way others support you, as I am well aware everyone in life has the potential of turning against you in a New York minute. When I read the propaganda regarding Barton, I see individuals devaluing her and making it appear as if she is unhinged, peremptory, snooty, and presumptuous by </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">accusing innocent third-parties of something they aren’t guilty of. As they attempt to perpetuate the narrative of Michele Barton being an individual who harasses others who disagree with her, I am reminded of how ignorant people can be. I have had to endure this myself by quite a few people just because my viewpoint diverges and differs from their opinion. This leads me to believe that this kind of cornucopia of foibles and shortcomings does not define those they speak about, but merely themselves because theoretically it is we who define who we are, not anyone else. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Now, I believe in exercising liberty to and for a higher purpose, especially if that purpose is paramount and tempestuous, as I don’t believe anyone should ever be silenced. A natural-born right should never be shrouded, censored, nor undermined. However, the legal justice system failed Barton, which is evidently clear after reading Tanner Barton’s full case file. And those who slander and smear her are protecting the corrupt legalities which blatantly refused to further investigate the death of her son. Perhaps those who despise Mrs. Barton deliberately muddied the waters because they dislike her or they simply believe Tanner died under different circumstances thus we will never know. </span></div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">With so many questions ignored, why is this woman presumed as a threat, when she is merely a mother wanting to know what happened to her son? Why is Michele Barton depicted as a stalker for criticizing the justice system? Why did the authorities close Tanner Barton’s case with no full explanation rather than a one-sided statement? </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The truth is—</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Michele Barton is not a stalker. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Despite Barton's demurral, she is still determined to find answers to her questions and has been ultimately fearless in her quest. I admire Barton for the spunky, dedicated, free-spirit she is. Tanner’s mother continues to be the voice for her son and that speaks volumes about her.</span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Michele Barton is modestly outspoken and has become quite an eminent figure on social media when discussing the suspicious death of her son, Tanner Barton. She is relatively benevolent in her quest and only responds to the malevolence she experienced since questioning his death. I have yet to see Barton personally attack anyone. I have watched her criticize the justice system including public figures she has reached out to in the past for help, but I don't see any ad hominem from her side of the fence other than anger and frustration. Barton criticizes shadowy speculation that simply do not support a strong narrative. If you examine the death of her son Tanner, you will notice an array of discrepancies that make zero sense. If Barton were to observe these discrepancies from the sidelines and refrain from speaking out against them, what kind of person would she be? </span></div><div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I like Michele Barton because she continues to fight one of the biggest battles of her life, despite the adversity, vicissitudes, and tribulations she faces. Barton has been knocked down several times in her quest, but remains standing ready to dispute and refute anyone who attacks her son and blames him for his own death. Michele is a woman of unmatched integrity and rectitude who doesn't care what anyone thinks and is only focused on her mission at hand—</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">justice for her son Tanner. Whether she achieves it in this lifetime or the next, she will never stop until it is accomplished. Michele Barton deserves to know what happened to her son because it is crystal clear to the vast majority of status quo society—</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">he died of a very suspicious death.</span></div><div><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div>How much is Tanner Barton's life worth? How much value does Tanner Barton's life hold? To deny Barton a fair trial is to deny the many victims of dubious deaths—justice. If all mothers remained silent over the deaths of their loved ones, what kind of mothers would they be? Michele's unorthodox approach to justice for her son is an attempt to find answers, answers she not only seeks, but rightfully deserves. </div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Michele Barton is now the force, the face, and voice for her son Tanner Barton who died on April 22, 2012 under highly suspicious circumstances. She is forever Tanner’s mother a<span style="font-family: trebuchet;">nd Tanner’s voice. </span></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">To read my first exclusive interview I conducted with Michele earlier this month, just </span><a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2020/02/michele-barton-speaks-death-of-tanner.html" target="_blank">click here</a><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">. Keep up with Michele on social media by following her on Twitter </span><a href="https://www.twitter.com/justice4tanner" target="_blank">@Justice4Tanner</a><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> and liking and following the official </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/www.TannersJustice12" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"> page.</span></span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-49794198607221316102020-02-21T08:08:00.000-07:002020-02-27T04:47:41.224-07:00Friday Fives: 5 Favorite Indian Dishes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Friday Fives is a movement created by bloggers which allow the blogger to connect with their audience by choosing and answering five random questions. Even though the questions can be anything, they are usually related to a certain topic or correlate with each other. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sometimes they are unrelated and are chosen by a creator of a link-up. <a href="https://thefridayfive.livejournal.com/" target="_blank">'The Friday Five'</a> on LiveJournal is a very interested link-up which has been around for quite a while. Although they are active and have been for at least a decade, their last post was on Valentine's Day of this year. Their questions are relatively simple and rarely relate to one another. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You have independent bloggers who create their own original 'Friday Five' lists, just as '<a href="https://iamcorrect.wordpress.com/2020/02/20/friday-fives-grammarly-edition/" target="_blank">I Am Correct</a>' did on Wordpress, where every single question and answer is connected to one topic. I think that is what I want to do right now. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Inspired by my love for food and for India, I have narrowed down the many Indian dishes I love, to only a few. I will talk about 5 favorite Indian dishes for today's Friday Fives. Indian cuisine is huge and even more extensive than American cuisine. With so many spices, including many you cannot find here in the USA, there are many foods to complement them. So, what are my top 5 favorite Indian dishes? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. <a href="https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/paneer-butter-masala-restaurant-style/" target="_blank">Paneer Butter Masala</a> (If I had to choose my favorite Indian dish, this would be it.)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Paneer Paratha</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. Malai Kofta</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. Vegetable Dhansak</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. Mushroom and Coconut Curry Masala</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Honorable Mention(s): Gajar Ka Halwa, Kadai Paneer, Mushroom Do Pyaza, Chapatis, Vada Pav, Mag Dhokli, Palak Paneer, Dosa, Pachadi, Dahi Vada, and Kadhi Pakoda. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">My top favorite sweet dishes from India include:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. <a href="https://www.cookwithmanali.com/besan-ladoo/" target="_blank">Besan Ladoo</a> (If I had to choose my favorite Indian dessert, this would be it.)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Gulab Jamun</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. Ras Malai</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. Sohan Papdi</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Honorable Mention(s): Pantua, Keri No Ras, Peda, Modak, Jalebi, Ghari, Malpua, Chhena Gaja, Mishti Doi, and Doodhpak. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Of course no Indian dish is complete without a drink to compliment it. My top 5 favorite drinks to compliment my top 5 favorite Indian dishes and sweet dishes are:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. <a href="https://www.food.com/recipe/indian-masala-chai-190932" target="_blank">Masala Chai Tea</a> (If I had to choose my favorite Indian drink, this would be it.)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. Lassi (I am a huge fan of the mango lassi, but do enjoy the rose)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. Badam Milk</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. Thandai</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. Jigarthanda</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Honorable Mention(s): Chai with Cream, Irani Chai, Shir Chai, Nariyel Pani, Sweet Mint Lassi, Sharbat, Makkhaniya Lassi, Sharja Shake, Aam Pana, Kanji, Sugarcane Juice, and Kesar Milk. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have yet to try every single Indian dish, but my goal is to try them and learn how to make most of them. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Now, it is your turn. What are your top 5 favorite Indian dishes? And if you have never tried Indian food, what are your top 5 favorite Indian dishes you would like to try? #FridayFive </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Today I have to work from 9 am until 5 pm, so I think I will probably log off for the time being. Thank you for reading. TGIF! I hope you are having a wonderful day.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-8016945006120858472020-02-14T17:30:00.003-07:002021-04-29T00:58:47.809-06:002020: Happy Valentine's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Valentine's Day is the celebration of love, lust, admiration, and affection. Often dubbed as a "Hallmark holiday" this world-renowned honor of romance is observed by love birds all over the world. As many may not consider Valentine's Day a public holiday because of it's western influence and restrictions around the world, this day of passion isn't celebrated by everyone. However, despite this 24-hour celebration, it can be relatively stressful and exhausting if you are unprepared especially to those of us who celebrate it here in the United States. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Most people honor their love with everything from red roses and chocolates to intimate dinners and wine to even 3-day trips in other countries and much more. But as amazing as these things are, there is a very melancholic story behind today. If you look at the history behind Valentine's Day (which a quick <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=valentine%27s+day+history" target="_blank">Google search</a> can show you this) you will notice a depressing chronicle about a third-century saint named Valentine who was martyred on February 14, 296 AD for staying true to his beliefs. As a strong advocate for love and marriage, his beliefs were frowned upon during his time. Many theological theorists believe he is the real reason Valentine's Day exists today. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">As much as we want to celebrate love, as well as, acknowledge and honor those we do love, not all elucidates are created equal. According to European mythology, Valentine's Day represents a new dawn, a new day, a new eve, a new night, and a new life with the emergence of Spring. This folklore also embraces the conception of manifestation by encouraging light into every life form, giving us the gift of good health and a good environment. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">In numerology, if you look at the number 02/14 you will notice quite a few things. Two always represents two things. It can represent two souls, as it can represent a comparison of something. Life and death, fire and water, fact and fiction, and light and dark are just some of the many comparison examples. The number one symbolizes creation, connection, and growth. The number four represents desire, salvation, and wealth. If you combine the two, evidently you have 14. What does 14 mean? This fascinating number connected to Valentine's Day means both love and growth, as well as, the love of growing and the growing of love. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">If you add 1 + 4 you get 5. Five symbolizes quite a few things, but it represents the senses here. When you combine this with twenty it means action and empowerment. Now, taking the number 2020 which has a spiritual meaning of peace and support--this is reassurance that everything in your life is happening for a reason. That if you try to change it, it will not change. All of the adversity you are enduring and the struggles you are facing, are just temporary and do not last forever. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">If you are happy, cherish this happiness as if it were your last. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">This is a reminder that you are in total control of your life and that nothing lasts forever except love. If we love ourselves and who we are, we can rely less on others to do so. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Some of my favorite songs to listen to on Valentine's Day are <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2017/11/at-last-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">At Last</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/03/without-you-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Without You</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/03/i-will-always-love-you-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">I Will Always Love You</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2019/02/from-this-moment-on-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">From This Moment On</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/06/the-reason-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">The Reason</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/01/open-arms-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Open Arms</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/03/my-heart-will-go-on-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">My Heart Will Go On</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/06/i-believe-in-you-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">I Believe In You</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/07/footprints-in-sand-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Footprints In The Sand</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/05/love-of-lifetime-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Love Of A Lifetime</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/06/crying-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Crying</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/07/grenade-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Grenade</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/01/didnt-we-almost-have-it-all-by-sarah.html" target="_blank">Didn't We Almost Have It All</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/02/i-believe-in-you-and-me-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">I Believe In You And Me</a>, <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/05/et-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">E.T.</a>, and <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2018/01/faithfully-by-sarah-afshar.html" target="_blank">Faithfully</a>. I know I am leaving out like a million more. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">I know some of you are reading this and feeling sad because you feel like you don't have a reason nor desire to celebrate today. Well, guess what? Whether you are in a serious relationship, dating, married, engaged, widowed, or single--you can celebrate Valentine's Day simply because it is a day that allows you to cherish love from all aspects of life. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">This can be everything from giving chocolate to your best friend to having roses delivered to your mother's home to even making a memorable DIY gift for your sister, and more. Valentine's Day exudes a romantic ardor, but it does not epitomize it. There are many layers of love, as not all love is created equal.</span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Valentine's Day is a day I enjoy because I love to give back to those who I love. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">For all of you reading my blog today I want you to know that if you are celebrating, I wish you all of the best and if you are not, I hope your day is as wonderful as those who are. Remember you deserve only the greatest love and the best happiness. Do not think otherwise. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Thank you for reading. Have an amazing day. From my home to your home--Happy Valentine's Day! </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-71205386741252697172020-02-13T17:30:00.000-07:002020-02-27T01:31:02.364-07:00National Tortellini Day 2020<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">One thing I love about pasta is it's miscellany. You can create a variety of pastas with different herbs and spices, as well as, sauces and gravies to complement them. And the best part is, no pasta is the same, as every single one is unique in it's own way. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Originating from Emilia-Romagna in the heart of Italy, this stuffed pasta dish has become quite a specialty in not just Italy, but all around the world. As a cult-classic staple in authentic Italian cuisine, tortellini can be prepared in less than 10-steps, making it relatively easy to make. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Although this dish traditionally uses meat as a base, as a vegetarian, I just use cheese and most of the time it is an unique blend of ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, aged Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simplicity is crucial, especially when making anything classic. And if you refuse to use the capon chicken broth (which I do believe is what is used traditionally when preparing this pasta dish) you can just use water with a little bit of herbs as a substitute, as that is what I like to do. If you are vegan, you can substitute the cheese with vegan cheese or an unique blend of cashews and almond milk with a plethora of spices to create your own.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">And speaking of spice, adding a little spice can be nice, if it is executed properly. Flavor is everything these days and adding too much is not always the best idea. In fact, when it comes to cooking any kind of pasta dish, less is more because you can always add more if needed. If you are cooking for yourself, of course you would want to season the tortellini to your liking and not the liking of others. However, if you are entertaining guests, it is vital to find out what they like or just season your pasta accordingly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">To me, there is something so flavorful about pairing tortellini with a white wine Alfredo sauce and topping it with the finest aged-Parmesan and parsley. Of course adding a little bit of pepper can also help. Salt isn't really needed in many dishes where aged Parmesan is present simply because this cheese is salty enough. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The pasta is everything, as is the water in which you cook it in. I use filtered water every time I cook pasta. I never use tap water at all. And if there is only tap water available, I use bottled water as an alternative simply because having clean water as your foundation is vital. I love to season my water with a little bit of herbs and spices, but definitely don't want to overdo it. There is such a thing as adding too much. One thing you don't want to do is add too much salt, as this can totally ruin any pasta dish. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Anytime I make any pasta dish, I love to make everything homemade. If I don't have the time to make sauce from scratch, I try to aim to get something half decent from the grocery store simply because that is the next best thing. Of course, nothing beats authentic sauce, as virtually every sauce on the shelf is unachievable because you are cooking everything and it is fresh. Most of what you see at the market, you don't know how long it has actually be stored in those jars. There are a lot of great sauces at the grocery store, but homemade sauce is nothing short of amazing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tortellini should always be cooked generously before it is served; however, if overcooked, it can become mushy, which is what you do not want. Al dente is only good if the pasta is homemade and freeze dried. If it is store bought (and most of the time when you buy tortellini from the store, it is frozen) it is crucial to allow it to thaw before sticking it into a pan. Especially one with boiling hot water. I do believe you can get homemade tortellini from the store, as I do remember seeing it once or twice in <a href="https://www.albertsons.com/" target="_blank">Albertson's</a> and also in <a href="https://www.wholefoods.com/" target="_blank">Whole Foods</a>. Making it homemade, rustically is the best. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I don't know about you, but I am hungry now. I think I am going to make some tortellini for dinner. From my home to your home--Happy National Tortellini Day!</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-11225962589983273782020-02-09T03:43:00.022-07:002023-10-03T00:05:28.414-06:0050 Random Facts About Me<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">I have to admit, I think that it is very important as a writer to connect with you—my readers. Lately, I am noticing that this blog is getting more traffic than usual and I feel like it is only fair as a content creator to share a little more about myself. To be honest, I have always been a big fan of these <i>"top random facts about me" </i>lists because it allows you to discover more about a person, especially a person you admire and respect. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">I have found myself relatively busy lately, I want to share some facts about myself with you. Without further ado—here are 50 random facts about me.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">1. I am an Iranian-American. I am of Persian descent, but was born here in the United States (California) and have lived here my entire life. I have visited every single state and have lived in over 10 of them. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">2. I have been a vegetarian for over half of my life. I started when I was 15, but stopped when I was 17 before making the permanent change in my early 20's. Additionally, I was a vegan for almost three years and a fruitarian for 6 months. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">3. The permanent change going from eating a lot of meat and seafood started as a bet between me and my sister </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">during Thanksgiving over a decade ago. She said, "Sarah, I bet you cannot stop eating meat." Ever since then, I stuck with it and have been eating plant-based since. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">4. When it comes to politics, I have always leaned towards the Independent side of the spectrum. Lately, I have been embracing the conservative side politically and support our current president--Donald J. Trump. He has done a lot for America and the American people. I have lost friends because of my political views. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">5. Theology and religion is something that has always been discussed in my household. I attended bible school as a child and went to church three times a week. I was named after Sarah in both the Qur'an and the Holy Bible, as my father is Muslim and my mother is Christian.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">6. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">When it comes to religion, I embrace both Hinduism and Christianity faiths. For a minor period, I was Agnostic, as I was hoping to find the light and knowledge at the end of the tunnel. I realize now that these two religions make sense to me the most. Currently, I am both a Hindu and a Christian. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">7. I am more extroverted than introverted, but do not find myself to be either-or. If you were to define me, I would say I am an extrovert. I am social. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">8. I’m an avid lover of all things good, great, and amazing, as I am true lover of life. I believe everything in life happens for a purpose and a reason. I believe it’s vital to be true to yourself and respect those good people who come into your life. I also believe it’s important to </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">ignore those bad people who attempt to ruin your life with lies, hate, and blame</span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">. In the end, you get what you give and what you always comes back to you. Karma and dharma are very real. </span><div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">9. I am polyglot and speak several languages proficiently and fluently. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">10. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">According to my father—Nader Shah Afshar, one of the most powerful rulers of Iran during the 16th century is one of my long-distant relatives. My father inherited some of his valuables which have been passed down through generations. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">11. As hard as it is to admit, I was a victim of abuse as a child. I don't want to get into too much detail nor give this any attention at the present, but it is a fact about me that thought I would share. Although a darker fact, it is still a fact. The man who abused me was my mother's housekeeper's perverted grown son. I was just a child (four years old) and the abuse lasted for several years. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">12. Music is something I truly love and am passionate about. Not only do I love to sing, but I am also a creator. I have created songs where I recorded the vocals using my iPhone memo, created all parts, and put everything together. I love to play the piano and I enjoy listening to others too.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">13. College or university was one of my favorite times in my life. I had the best time in college. It was the complete opposite of high school, which I hated. I met some of the greatest people ever in college and learned so much along the way. If you have never been to college, you need to go. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">14. I do not have any full or biological siblings. I have two younger siblings who share different parents. I have a half-sister who resides here in the United States, who is the second child to my mother and a half-brother who lives in Iran, who is the fourth child to my father. My biological father has step children from his former and current marriage. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">15. As a child, my mother put me into baton twirling. Additionally, I learned ballet so I could learn to spin fast. I spent many years as a competition baton twirler throughout my childhood years. I have the trophies and ribbons from my time as a champion.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">16. My favorite television show of all time is Breaking Bad. I have yet to see any show come even remotely close to the league this show was in. Maybe the Sopranos, Better Call Saul, or Dexter. When I was on Netflix, I decided to binge-watch the entire five seasons before actually watching the final season on television. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">17. I was hit by a drunk driver while riding my bike to the <a href="https://www.humanesociety.org/" target="_blank">Humane Society</a> to take pictures. I attempted to walk away from the accident and limped my way into the emergency room. Although I didn't suffer any permanent injuries, at the time I was in excruciating pain and could not sit for a month. A month later I was riding my bike again and going to the gym daily. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">18. Currently, I work for a publishing business as a business development manager. This is the first time I have ever worked in this industry outside of the world wide web. Do I like it? Yes. As of late, I have become a workaholic with a golden work ethic dipping into the realm of the beauty industry, including cosmetics and the food business. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">19. In 2011, I tried out for <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2011/06/x-factor-usa-dallas-audition-day.html" target="_blank">X Factor USA</a> and made it through to the next round, where I received the famous golden ticket. I went with the beginning of Christina Aguilera's "Ain't No Other Man" before diving right into Adele's "Rolling In The Deep". Shortly after, I sang Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. This was the first time I ever tried out for any reality show. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">20. Although my friends say I am a renaissance woman, I am often dubbed the "Jane" of all trades simply because I have such a wide-range variety of interests and everything I enjoy, I am relatively good at. I always feel motivated to do something, even when I don't feel like doing anything at all. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">21. When I was in fifth grade, I learned and memorized every single American state from A-Z. Starting with Alabama and ending with Wyoming, I learned how to say all states in alphabetical order, in a one-minute time frame. And still til this day I can recite the "fifty nifty United States from the thirteen original colonies." </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">22. I have only had very few boyfriends in my life. My current relationship started in May of 2018 and has lasted almost two years now. I am not the type of woman who goes from man-to-man, as I believe happiness comes from one person. The idea of starting over makes me cringe, especially how I view relationships in general today.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">23. When it comes to height, I am short as I am only 5'2-5’3. And although my weight has fluctuated a lot in life, I have managed to stay the same size since I was 15-16 years old. Right now I weigh 130 and wear a size 5.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">24. I was teased in elementary school for being an early developer or bloomer. I got my period at the age of 10 and I wore a 32B bra size during this time. I would wear baggy clothes to school to try and hide myself to avoid getting teased by the other kids. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">25. When it comes to traveling, I have been all over. However, there are many things I haven't seen yet which I have always wanted to see. If I frequent certain destinations, I never create an itinerary which is probably not the wisest thing. I always say I will do something or see something and end up getting lost in the moment by doing something else. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">26. My favorite tea in the world is Thai Bubble Tea. My second favorite is Masala Chai followed by Persian rose. I love tea and find myself enjoying sweeter varieties versus the savory, earthy types. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">27. When I was a toddler, I walked into my babysitter's cigarette. She was built like a bowling pin and was holding it near her hip. The doctors told my mother I would be permanently blind. Today, I have near-perfect vision and the glasses you see me wear on occasion are only to view long-distances, but I don't wear them much. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">28. I don't have a favorite food, as I love all food. As long as it is plant-based and vegetarian, of course, I can get into it. Some of the worst foods I have ever tried I learned to actually love and appreciate later on. Cilantro or coriander is one of those foods. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">29. Godfather, the original is a movie I know too well. I know this movie so well, I can recite it word-for-word. I think I have watched this movie more times than I can count. Okay, maybe not that much but enough to memorize the entire film.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">30. High school was one of the worst times in my life. I hated high school. I was bullied relentlessly for no reason and had only a few friends the entire time. If they hated on me for my style, they would attack me for always answering questions in the classroom. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">31. After my grandmother (my mother's mom) passed away in 2004, I was so depressed I didn't leave my house for two months. I felt all alone. I felt like a prisoner trapped inside of my soul. I felt like I was living underwater. During this time I experienced what real depression felt like. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">32. I have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (or OCD). I brush my teeth after every single meal and I wash my hands religiously. Although it is under control, it is somewhat habitual. Don't get me wrong, I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. But I don't want dirty hands either.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">33. If you know me, you know that I love virtually every single type of music under the sun. I think I love rock music the best and I think I dislike Polka music the most. Rock has always been my favorite genre. Blues come in a close second. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">34. When it comes to shampooing and conditioning my hair, I like to use a different one every time I wash my hair. And lately, I have been conditioning my hair first before washing it with shampoo. The steps have become reversed, but this has worked in my favor because it has made my hair look amazing. I recommend everyone utilizing this regimen. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">35. I have a razor-sharp intuition. Because of this, I am rarely wrong. My instincts, which I trust immensely—rarely ever fail me. I have a gift for seeing through things and separating fact from fiction. Often (not always) when I sleep I’ll have dreams and visions of what has happened and what will happen. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">36. When it comes to phones, I have only ever used the <a href="https://www.apple.com/iphone/" target="_blank">Apple iPhone</a> which I have owned for the last decade. I have never used an Android or any other type of phone. Why? I am so used to the Apple format and find their products some of the best I have ever used. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">37. After almost drowning as a child, I taught myself two years later how to swim. I decided I wasn't going to allow my fear of water to overcome me and at the age of 11, I decided to dive right in the deep end of the pool, shortly before swimming to the top. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">38. I can leg press 800 pounds. When I first started at the gym, I could barely do 45 pounds. I spent every day in the gym for months without the help of any protein powders, creatine, or post-workout substances. I achieved this in only a few months' time frame, but I spent at least two hours in the gym every day. No rest days. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">39. When it comes to television and movies, I can appreciate them if they are good and love them if they are amazing.</span> I use to be the type to leave the television on or let a movie play when I was preoccupied with something else, but now I am more into documentaries and non-fiction series, as well as, podcasts. I tend to write with earplugs in. </div><div>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">40. After surviving sexual assault in my early 20's by a predator, I found comfort in martial arts. I learned how to box by the national arm wrestling champion in his dive gym and learned various forms of MMA to defend myself from attackers. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">41. I have suffered from eating disorders sporadically over half my life. I use to have a very love/hate relationship with food before realizing food was never the enemy. Eating the right food is key, as is being active also which I know now and heavily embrace.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">42. After being teased in elementary school for having bushy eyebrows, I walked to the local store and bought tweezers with the money that I earned from doing chores around the house. Moreover, I bought a mirror and a Vogue magazine and plucked my brows myself because my mother refused, as she said I was too young. I bought the magazine as a "how-to" guide. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">43. <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/search?q=Joseph+Valo" target="_blank">Joe</a> was my first real boyfriend, as I met him when I was just 17. After several months, we parted ways where we were reunited almost two decades later. We rekindled our romance in the Spring of 2013 before splitting up in December of 2016. We remain friends, but are no longer in contact. I have only had very few boyfriends in my life and believe it or not have only dated a few people. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">44. My dream job growing up was to be a businesswoman and/or entrepreneur. I always appreciated business, even as a child. Willy Wonka was one of my biggest inspirations. My second job choice was to be an actress. I never pursued acting, but did act in a couple of school plays. Needless to say, I am a businesswoman at present. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">45. I have had my identity stolen several times on the internet. I have been a victim of identity theft, as well as, online impersonation. One case was so bad because I found out the person who was behind it all was an actual friend of mine who I never suspected. A hard lesson that needed to be learned. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">46. I have been a victim of cyberbullying and cyberstalking by an online cabal since 2012. They created numerous blogs about me, posting lies in efforts to intimidate me, discredit me, and devalue me. They informed me that they would attack me if I supported the woman who I originally interviewed. They have been harassing me since. All because they disagree with what I have to say about a crime case and my stance on the theory. Recently, I was interviewed by <a href="https://www.fwweekly.com/2020/01/22/gangstalking/" target="_blank">Fort Worth Weekly</a> regarding this. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">47. When writing with the now-defunct website Examiner, I was the number one content producer in beauty for over three years straight. I joined <a href="https://www.sarahafshar.com/2015/09/i-am-number-one-writer-on-examiner.html" target="_blank">Examiner</a> shortly after Yahoo! eliminated the Voices platform. Examiner closed just two years after Yahoo! closed that platform. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">48. In college, I never received any academic education in writing or journalism. I was a business major. I didn't start writing professionally until 2007, where my first gig was with Associated Content. Shortly after, I sold two articles with Constant Content to a trade journal. I took two journalism courses through Coursera (English for Journalism and English for Media Literacy) via University of Pennsylvania online and received certificates for both courses. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">49. The first time I ever went jet skiing was in 2009 where I spent four hours of my life exploring the beautiful body of water in McCall, Idaho at the Mile High Marina. I never fell off of the jet ski. It was one of the greatest times in my life. I've made it a tradition to jet ski every single year. When the weather gets better, I will go back because where I live now (Meridian) is only 30 minutes away. I was living in Georgia at the time, but visiting family in Montana. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">50. I have so many interests, but lately, my favorite is cooking and eating. I can cook virtually everything, but I prefer to cook foods which I can eat—plant-based and vegetarian, of course. Although I believe home is where the heart is, the kitchen remains one of my favorite places in my house.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">I just shared 50 random facts about myself. It was a lot of fun. I honestly think I could probably add some more, but I think these will do for now. Now it is your turn. I would love to know more about you. Although you don't have to share as many, please do share at least a few in the comments section. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms", sans-serif">Thank you for reading and have a wonderful day. #RandomFacts </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com40tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5090914485178912640.post-77182154417700623842020-02-01T16:13:00.004-07:002021-03-17T04:04:37.724-06:00Michele Barton speaks: the death of Tanner Barton<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Imagine waking up one day, thinking your day is going to be great and in a sudden second, all of that changed. This happened to Michele Barton on April 22, 2012 when she received the sudden news that her son Tanner was dead. Barton received a call hours after her son was found. With so many questions left unanswered, she is still trying to find the answers to what happened on that cold Spring night in Kokomo, Indiana. Today, I speak with Michele regarding her son Tanner and his case, as well as, the discrepancies in the investigation and why she believes this was, in fact, a highly suspicious death. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Hello Michele. How are you? First and foremost, I just want to send my condolences to you regarding the death of your son Tanner. I am so sorry for your loss. I am well aware Tanner died over a decade ago, but the pain never goes away. I want to ask, has there been justice for your son’s death?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> Hello Sarah. No, there has not been justice for my son’s death. In fact, a major injustice has been done with Tanner’s case. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Sometimes I hate going back in time, especially if something traumatic happened. The last thing I want to do is let you relive any bad memories, but I feel like asking this question is vital for this interview. Taking you back Michele to the day you heard the words “your son is dead” what were your thoughts?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele: </b>On that day, April 22nd—we did not know what to think. We, of course, were in shock. “How could anything happen to our Tanner—I mean, it was Tanner.” I was numb and it was as if time completely had stopped. I remember pulling into the driveway, being met by a deputy and the entire area was roped with crime scene tape. The deputy would not allow us to go into the house. “It was a crime scene,” he stated. It wasn't until the coroner pulled into the driveway that reality hit us. That's when I knew something bad happened to Tanner.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> What was the original story you were told?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tanner Barton with his mother Michele Barton.<br />“He was built for his job on the football field as<br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> We were never given an original story. All we had was the initial phone call from Tanner’s friend; however, there were numerous rumors which were already circulating. During this call from Tanner’s friend Tommy, he stated “there has been an accident and we think Tanner is dead.” During this same initial call something drew my attention to what he said. Additionally, he said, “my dad called and told me something bad had happened to Tanner. My dad is on the way out to the house.” Keep in mind, that his dad is a veterinarian, so I began questioning why a veterinarian was called. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">A few days later my husband personally asked Tanner's best friend, the same friend who had just previously contacted us about Tanner's death days before, "have you heard anything or know anything about what happened to Tanner?" Tanner's best friend said something very strange to my husband and I quote, “Just let it go, Jeff. Just let it go.” On April 23rd 2012 (the day after) my sister, was with me and my husband and wanted to reach out to the Lindskoogs’ to ask some questions regarding what happened to my son. Mrs. Lindskoog answered the initial call and stated, “I don't know anything because I wasn't there.” Then, she hung up the phone on my husband.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Then, my sister took the initiative to call the number again and ask to speak to the lady her brother-in-law had spoken with. Mr. Lindskoog proceeded to answer and say to my sister that there was no woman there and no woman here the night before. My sister responded by saying, “my brother-in-law just spoke to her, I want to speak to that woman.” Instead of putting Mrs. Lindskoog </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">on the phone, Mr. Lindskoog said, “here, speak to Marcus.” My sister made it clear she did not want to speak to a kid and was calling to speak to the adult who was there that night. Mr. Lindskoog hung up on my sister. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> There are so many red flags already. It’s almost baffling. I have to ask, what did the police originally tell you? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> The lead detective stated when he arrived at the crime scene that he knew they were lying and that they had already formulated a story. He separated the family members and their family friend, Dr. Todd Cooney, and proceeded to make them go outside. He lined them up with a space of about 10 feet between each family member. He had a deputy monitor them. He stated that he did not want them to continue to collaborate their story before transferring them to the Howard County Sheriff's department in separate squad cars. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Our entire family was told by the coroner the day of Tanner’s death that his death was highly suspicious. We were also told that the Lindskoog house was known as the party house. At the time, the Salazar children were living there too. The coroner told us, “that house is evil.” The coroner went on to explain to my husband and I that Tanner’s blood alcohol content was very low at 0.063. He was hoping an upcoming autopsy, scheduled for the next day would bring more answers and garner greater clarification as to what really happened to Tanner that night. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Later that week, the lead detective on the case contacted me and said, “after the autopsy results he was unable to explain what happened to Tanner.” As a result, his death was highly suspicious. The lead detective requested our family meet with the coroner, the pathologist, and himself. Our family met with them and sat down with all of them. Interestingly enough, the lead detective said, “In all of our years combined, we have never seen a perfectly healthy nineteen-year old die for no reason.”</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Absolutely devastating and you still have no answers. Originally, a friend of Morgan Ingram’s contacted me and asked if I heard about the case of Tanner Barton. Upon independent investigation into your son’s case, I noticed quite a few awkward discrepancies. One of them being a fifteen-year old serving Tanner alcohol the night of his death. To me, this is a red flag. I am confused as to why a fifteen-year old is serving a nineteen-year old alcohol. Can you explain this a little further? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele: </b>This is a question that haunts me daily, as me and my husband want to know as well. Why would a fifteen-year old provide a nineteen-year old a beer, a couple fruity drinks, and give him a “pineapple juice mixture.” One disconcerting factor was the 0.75 liters of hard liquor (the rum) was almost full when they started drinking yet Tanner's blood alcohol level was only 0.063 percent. Anyone knows this is below the legal limit and equivalent to two beers for an individual who is Tanner’s size. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The fifteen-year old (who is now in her early 20’s), who is his friend’s sister alleges that she never drank before that night yet the next day she did not give any indication of the after effects of drinking. How could a petite fifteen-year old girl consume that much hard liquor within a 60-minute time frame and not show any evidence of over consumption of this much hard liquor? Sarah, if Tanner had consumed this much hard liquor in such a short time, it is clear his blood alcohol level would have been much higher. This created further suspicion in our minds that there had been more than two people consuming alcohol that night. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">NOTE: Ketamine users are known to “mix” pineapple juice with the drug to lessen it's bitter taste. A witness from that house openly admitted to the detectives that the pineapple juice container was intentionally hidden in some panty hose in the laundry room.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Positional asphyxia prevents a human being’s body from being exposed to oxygen based on the position of the body. This is usually (not always) caused by physical restraint and/or excited delirium. Do you believe that Tanner was restrained or was resisting any sort of violence upon his death? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> No, I do not believe that anyone was trying to restrain him. It would have taken an army of men to be able to do such. My son was extremely strong and was a heavy weight wrestler during his high school career. He broke all of the previous high school weightlifting records. After reading through the statements from the family and learning from the crime scene photos that Tanner had an unusual amount of blood on his face, I truly believe some sort of foul play took place. Even the original coroner stated to me, “someone did something to your son—it was not of his own doing.” </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah: </b>Most individuals who die from positional asphyxia suffer something else before they actually do die. For instance, Florence Griffith Joyner died of positional asphyxia. As many believe she had a seizure before her death, many true crime theorists believe she was actually strangled. Either way, the latter proves she suffered prior to dying from the positional asphyxia, which is evidently clear. Especially in this case. I believe Tanner also suffered.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> The original coroner told our family that they had ruled out the possibility of a seizure when they performed the autopsy. The original coroner also told me that there were signs of an overdose and that his death was highly suspicious. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> When you looked at the toxicology reports, regarding the death of your son, what did they reveal to you? As a mother, upon examining the reports, what did you notice wrong? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> We were not supplied with any toxicology reports of any kind. It wasn’t until after I called the wrongful death attorney. He turned over all of the files within his possession regarding Tanner’s case, three years later. The idea of waiting this long really made me angry and sad at the same time. Initially, I did not notice anything regarding the toxicology reports, but then again, I was more focused on the conflicting statements which had been provided to the sheriff’s department by the Lindskoog and Salazar family. It wasn't until we began working on Tanner's case with the FOHVAMP (Families of Homicide Victims and Missing Persons) and a few other experts, that we realized the toxicology reports from the Howard County Lab and the AIT Forensic Lab were conflicting. This confirmed our suspicions that some type of cover up had taken place. <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Can you tell me more about why you suspect the drug Ketamine was present in your son Tanner’s system? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> The following scenario caused me to begin to question what really happened that night:</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">The initial phone call from Tanner’s friend, stated to me that “his dad called him and was on his way out to the house.” After this phone call I became very vocal stating over and over—“Why was a veterinarian called before myself and 911?”</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Some two months later, I was contacted and met with an individual who knew the veterinarian and had reached out to me because she had heard I was asking this question. The individual proceeded to inform me that this veterinarian had previously lost his license for seven years due his addiction to Ketamine. In fact, he had actually overdosed on Ketamine in his own home.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">After this meeting, I began researching the effects of Ketamine. Then, I compared these facts with what had happened to my son. I was shocked to find the results were exactly the same. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> I discovered an article regarding a Dr. Todd Cooney from Kokomo, Indiana. Is this the same vet mentioned in the article <a href="http://badvetdaily.blogspot.com/2008/03/what-do-we-do-with-drugged-out-and.html" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> Yes. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah: </b>Tanner stayed with a family the night of his death, where the minor gave him alcohol. This is a major red flag within itself. It is extremely baffling to me that this was overlooked, as alcohol is a contributing factor to positional asphyxia. Additionally, it is evident Tanner was a very bright individual and I just don't see him as the type that would get so intoxicated, it would jeopardize his future. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele: </b>Sarah, Tanner’s blood alcohol level was 0.063 which was below the legal limit, so the amount of alcohol in his system did not cause him to suffocate. However, when alcohol is combined with Ketamine it becomes a deadly combination. Ketamine is a paralytic which basically renders an individual unable to re-position them self. As a result, this causes them to suffocate if their body is in a compromised position. Tanner was a very bright student. My son made the dean’s list both semesters of his freshman year, while playing college football and unofficially tutoring other players. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Attacking the victim seems to be a major problematic issue when it comes to anything in the realm of true crime. Currently, the deceased is not protected by any laws, so anyone can speculate what happened. If this means blaming the victim for their own death or theorizing inaccurately to fit a certain narrative. I noticed several people online have described Tanner as a “morbidly obese guy with a short neck and enlarged heart” before insinuating he died from positional asphyxia. What do you want those people to know who make these types of claims? </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> I am no different from any other parent who lost a child under suspicious circumstances and who wants to know what really happened. My son was built for his job on the college football field as an offense lineman. Offensive lineman are notorious for having thick, strong necks and large waists, as they need to be able to do their on-field jobs effectively. Strength and conditioning coaches work hard to prepare these athletes for their position. Tanner performed at a very high level as an offensive lineman. My son was even touted by his college coaches as an individual who would become an all-American due to his hard work and physical assets. In all of Tanner’s medical records and sports physicals, there has never been any indication of an enlarged heart nor of any pre-existing heart conditions. My son had no medical issues at all. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah: </b>Absolutely. Now, you have appeared on both Dr. Oz and Nancy Grace. After you appeared on both of those shows, what happened with Tanner’s case?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> I first appeared on the Nancy Grace show in late 2017. After the podcast show aired, Dr. Todd Cooney’s attorney sent a cease and desist letter to Joe Scott Morgan, the death investigator and the same letter was also sent to Nancy Grace. So, the second part regarding the death of my son was never released. After I appeared on Nancy Grace, I went on the Dr. Oz show. The show aired on February 13th of 2018. One month after the show aired, an associate of the Dr. Oz show told me that effective March 29, 2018 they terminated all involvement with my son Tanner’s case. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">On that same day I was informed that Dr. Oz’s associate was mad at me because someone else went on national television and mentioned my son’s cell phone, without giving the Dr. Oz associate the credit for it. </span><span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Strangely enough, one month after this associate terminated her involvement with Tanner’s case, she worked with the Howard County Sheriff’s department to close my son’s case based on a new theory. A theory with no forensic evidence to substantiate any of their findings. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> This is absolutely outrageous. I am so sorry. I am so sorry this happened to you and your family.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> Thank you. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah: </b>Some people paint you as a mother who suffers from Münchausen syndrome or Münchausen syndrome by Proxy. They say you cannot accept your son’s death. I know you do not have Münchausen syndrome simply because of what you are telling me today. This is, without question, a highly suspicious death. I believe those who say you have Münchausen syndrome enjoy creating false labels and pseudo diagnoses to support their narrative. I have watched several people do this throughout the years as a personal ad hominem attack to any mother who questions the death of their child. I also believe the people who have made these remarks will be reading this interview. What would you like those people to know about you?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele:</b> People will always have their opinions, but when it comes to abusing and harassing grieving families for their own personal enjoyment and vendetta, this reveals a special kind of evil. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Sarah:</b> Michele, why do you believe Tanner’s death is highly suspicious? This leads me to the question—do you think your son was a victim of foul play?</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><b>Michele -</b> I am not the one who came to the conclusion that my son’s death was highly suspicious. Originally, this conclusion came from the coroner and the detective before and after the autopsy. After reviewing my son’s case file, it is obvious why we were told this. I believe my son’s death is highly suspicious and I am firmly convinced that he was a victim of foul play.</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">Michele Barton is now the force, the face, and the voice for her son Tanner Lane Barton. As a mother with a voice, her message is clear—she wants to know what happened to her son. With so many questions left unanswered, Barton will continue to use her voice to get what is rightfully deserved—justice. Will there ever be justice for Tanner Barton? We can only hope. </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif">For more information: </span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/www.TannersJustice12/" target="_blank"><b>Tanner's Voice</b></a> on Facebook </span><br />
<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif"><a href="https://www.twitter.com/justice4tanner" target="_blank"><b>@Justice4Tanner</b></a> on Twitter</span><br />
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<span face=""trebuchet ms" , sans-serif" style="font-size: x-small;">Michele Barton is currently protected by the 1st amendment of the constitution. Any threats or any forms of intimidation regarding legalities are verboten by law, as Mrs. Barton is allowed to exercise her rights as a citizen of the USA. Her natural rights shall not and will not be undermined nor defined in a court of law. All information displayed in this interview pertaining to other third-parties are public record and are not considered defamation nor libel in a court of law.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com153