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guest post - Sizzlin’ Swimwear for Summer

I’m so pleased to have Maria Rainier, a self described blog junkie and freelance writer as a guest blogger here at Searching the Inner Me…. Read below as she demystifies about selecting a swimsuit.

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Sizzlin’ Swimwear for Summer

Okay, so most women don’t get overly excited about selecting a swimsuit each year, but this season, there are some really excellent choices that actually leave something to the imagination. Not ALL fashions have to be worn by stick thin model types, a few of the latest swimwear styles look pretty comfy and figure flattering!

Leopard Prints- Love it! The great thing about prints is that they hide all sorts of “trouble spots”. This season, the one piece is making somewhat of a comeback, so double plus!

Ruching- Another friend of mine! The gathering of material in key places perfectly placed over problem areas is an inventive and modern way of updating the one piece. J Crew and Reiss have hit the nail on the head with their latest looks!

Belting- It’s not just for pants anymore. Whether on a bikini or one piece swimsuit, belts and buckles are popping up everywhere! Even the top designers such as Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs are jumping on board. A little pricey, but well worth it!

Geometric Prints- Last. but not least, the uber modern geometric print is back! Hotter than ever, this look tricks the eye by hiding all sorts of flaws! From bright neons to black ad whites, geometric prints are the “it” look of 2011!

Bio: Maria Rainier is a freelance writer and blog junkie. She is currently a resident blogger at First in Education where she’s written on physician assistant jobs along with a piece on online practical nursing programs. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, playing piano, and working with origami.

in the urban jungle…....

Over half of the world's population now lives in the urban jungle. One environment that's been made by us for us - the city it refers to its streets, alleys, subway system, inner-city neighbourhoods, playgrounds and schools. Usually a metropolis characterized by densely packed residential buildings, businesses and a decaying industrial sector.
In the 1970's, the urban jungle was referred to as "the street". Also known as "the concrete jungle", the city is built to keep wild nature out - but nature can't be pushed away. People are starting to realise that nature is key to our continued survival. The human planet is starting to realise that we'll only survive if we protect nature.
So I wore my black and white animal print to camouflage myself in this jungle……

Talking about something different have you noticed that I changed my motto?????

black pumps
red pants
white embroider shirt
white belt
black and white aminal printed blazer
mixed jewellery

my new ring and the Third Eye......

When I look to my new ring I can’t help but seeing an eye. And despite the image is very different what comes to my mind is the Third Eye.
The Third Eye Chakra is located in the center of the head behind our eyebrows. This Chakra is related to our ability to perceive clearly. Intuition, insight, and imagination are also associated with this Chakra.
According to the Reiki knowledge an open third-eye chakra is the source of our intuition and clairvoyance (vision beyond ordinary sight) as well as our ability to visualize and manifest. Blockages of this chakra abound, resulting in fear of the imagination, dreams and our "irrational" intuitive insights. Physical symptoms of third-eye imbalance may include persistent headaches (especially in the center of the forehead), insomnia, anxiety and depression.

So, to prevent some of these I guess I’m addicted to wear the colour blocking trend. And I feel great with it. I know I make some heads turn back, but I really don’t care!

black booties
magenta pants
mustard shirt
turquoise blazer
mixed jewellery

some of my thoughts about Forgiveness…..

I already told you that because of some sort of things that have been happening in my life I have been thinking much about Forgiveness. So I thought it was a good time to explore some thought.
(Sorry for the long post)

Every day I live and I learn from life, the more it reinforces me the understanding that forgiveness goes well beyond an attitude localized and isolated, it approaches an exercise. It is a set of attitudes that we take and re-evaluate, building new interpretations of life, discovering and choosing new angles. Forgiveness is part of a series of internal and external actions and needs time to settle.

Once I read a phrase that made me thinking about the deeper meaning of forgiveness: "True forgiveness is to give up hope that the past was different."
So it's not open the door of my house and my life for those who did me wrong? Not to forget the past? Well, the forgiveness that opens the heart is one that recognizes that the past is over and that nothing can change it. Only the well lived present can insert new tracks on this road. Forgiveness includes the need to recognize that we also did what could be done, we realized what to do, within the possibilities we glimpsed: self-forgiveness. Recognizing we are humans, susceptible to error and correct them in trying to learn.

The hurts of the past hold us and make us fear the future, removing the power of the present and the opening to live it. They take place in our closed hearts, making it difficult for other emotions, other stories, other life experiences can flourish. A heart so full like this is a heart that approaches reality only by half. Then we become bitter, not only by the experiences of grief, but also by the closure created that causes our emotional life wither, and together our joy, our willingness, our creative impulse.

This is not about sweeping the dust under the carpet. Forgive is not Forget. It is actually an exercise to see and feel this dust of the past, identify where it comes from and where it is. And then start to clean it if necessary to seek help for it to use all available resources to clean the house and open it to the fresh breeze of new times. A heart that opens to recognize and address their grievances is a free heart to beat again in the rhythm of the emotions that arise here and now.


I’ve said that we must acknowledge our scars as combat marks, but without heaviness and pain.
But why do I still feel that about some things I’m not yet ready to forgive????

Namasté!

vitamin C…. and another green piece….

Vitamin C is one of the safest and most effective nutrients, experts say. It may not be the cure for the common cold (though it's thought to help prevent more serious complications). But the benefits of vitamin C may include protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

A cup of orange juice or a half-cup of red pepper would be enough to meet your RDA for Vitamin C.... but what made me talk about it???

My orange pants pf course..... lol and by the way I wore again a green piece this time were the shoes.

On another note when I was taking a quick round on blogland I went to Advanced Style and saw this great post Life and Style Advice From a 100 Year Old Lady. Such an inspirational and lovely lady that I enjoyed listening to her. I recommend it…..

green shoes
orange pants
light blue shirt
klein blue sweater
mixed jewellery