Astrology

   My friends and I are very much into Astrology. I totally believe peoples connection to one another lies within their zodiac sign. You can tell so much about someone; how they act, how they think, what qualities they have, what they lack. What faults do they have. Are you even compatible with them? 

Most of the time. . .

                    Reading up on ones sign will define them or you, but there will be some things you may disagree with. For example; a Virgo born September 9 may have different virtues and beliefs than a Virgo born September 20. Reason being is for 1) A person born on September 20 was born on a Cusp sign. Meaning yes she is a Virgo, but she is also a Virgo-Libra. She has some qualities of a Libra vs a person born September 9 who is a Virgo. 2) People will also differ pending on ones time of birth. There's more to it than just your zodiac sign. If you do an extended chart with your name, age, date, time and location of birth, you will also notice you have several other signs in connection with you. There are rising signs, moon signs . . 

You can do a full chart here www.astro.com

Click on link below. It will directly take you there.

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I'm going to give you key words that define each sign below. I will give you their qualities and their downfalls as well as there perfect matches.  

Aquarius

Pros; 

Innovative, Honest, Friendly, Original, Generous, Self Reliant, Faithful, Idealistic

Cons; 

Cranky, Rebellious, Unemotional, Noncommittal, Detached, Aloof, Rude, Tactless  

Pisces

Pros; 

Imaginative, Adaptable, Romantic, Compassionate, Selfless, Kind, Easy going, Trusting

Cons; 

Indecisive, Overly sensitive, Easily Seduced, Gullible, Absent Minded

Aries

Pros; 

Energetic, Curious, Spontaneous, Optimistic, Stimulating, Confident, Courageous, Strong Willed

Cons; 

Hot Headed, Blunt, Argumentative, Impulsive, Impatient

Taurus

Pros; 

Clever, Trustworthy, Warmhearted, Artistic, Dependable, Punctual, Affectionate, Organized, Patient

Cons; 

Bull headed, Stubborn, Argumentative, Jealous, Possessive, Lustful, Self Centered 

Gemini

Pros; 

Open Minded, Perceptive, Cheerful, Charming, Savvy, Affectionate 

Cons; 

Two faced, Fickle, Gossipy, Evasive, Non Committal, Sarcastic, Nosy, Cheap

Cancer

Pros; 

Loving, Romantic, Caring, Spontaneous, Intuitive, Imaginative, Cautious, Sympathetic, Emotional

Cons; 

Over Emotional, Touchy, Sensitive, Shrewd, Crabby

Leo

Pros; 

Generous, Warmhearted, Loving, Noble, Friendly, Fun, Courageous, Confident

Cons;

Stubborn, Arrogant, Sulkiness, Smugness, Egocentric, Selfish, Attention-seeker 

Virgo

Pros; 

Creative, Efficient, Reliable, Kind, Dedicated, Charming, Witty, Sympathetic, Observant, Helpful, Thoughtful

Cons; 

Fussy, Bitchy, Anal Retentive, Obsessive, Shrewd, Complainer

Libra

Pros;

Easy going, Fair, Sincere, Well Balanced, Sociable, Artistic, Charming, Creative, Romantic, Idealistic 

Cons; 

Escapist, Self Indulgent, Over bearing, Gullible, Impatient

Scorpio

Pros; 

Passionate, Reliant, Observant, Intuitive, Clever, Protective, Loyal, Loving, Brave

Cons; 

Volatile, Obsessive, Moody, Compulsive, Overbearing, Hot tempered, Lustful

Sagittarius

Pros; 

Generous, Fair, Sensual, Carefree, Adventurous, Stimulating, Optimistic

Cons;

Irresponsible, Careless, Frivolous, Aloof, Demanding, Domineering

Capricorn

Pros;   

Dependable, Competent, Ambitious, Determined, realistic, Hardworking, Fearless, Responsible

                                                           

Cons;

Skeptical, Stubborn, Status seeking, Holds Grudges, Never satisfied, Pessimistic, Rigid

          The chart below will show you your compatibility with every sign of the zodiac. Note; just because your an Aries and your chart says you are not that compatible with a Virgo, does not mean you can not end up with a Virgo. Whoever said opposites don't attract? I agree that they do, but the question is . . 

For how long?

 I have personally read up on Aries and Virgo's (especially when it comes to friendship) because I particularly have many Aries surrounding me and wanted to know why. In our charts, we are like opposites. I find it weird because one of my absolute to die for best friends is an Aries, and we get along super well. So good to each other, so supportive of one another. It kinda makes you wonder . .

            

            Below is a Chinese Zodiac chart if anyone's interested in knowing what sign they are in the year they were born. If I get personal comments on wanting to know more about the Chinese zodiac, I will blog about it in a future blog. My ethnicity is Chinese and Italian so I like to incorporate my heritage in things I speak about. I was born year of the Rat, as well as my son. :)

                                                                     Chinese Zodiac

                                        

      

           In a future blog I will get into Cusp signs. I myself was born on a Cusp sign and I find Cusp signs to be very interesting. Its like the best of both signs all in one :). I was born September 20 so I'm a Virgo-Libra. Where you born on the Cusp?

Health

So today's topic Id like to discuss is "Health". 

health

  [helth]  Show IPA

noun

1.

the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor: good health; poorhealth.

2.

soundness of body or mind; freedom from disease or ailment: to have one's health; to lose one's health.

3.

a polite or complimentary wish for a person's health, happiness, etc., especially as a toast: We drank a health to our guest of honor.

4.

vigor; vitality: economic health.

    
    Its so important to take care of yourself! Especially as you get older. You need to sleep right, eat right, and exercise regularly. Whether exercise meaning heavy weights, cardio, yoga, or pole dancing. As long as you keep your body moving and your blood flowing.  Here are a couple of charts I'd like you to take a look at . . 



This pic below shows you some healthy fruits and veggies you all should be eating and the benefits of it.. I call this the color chart..

RED FRUITS and VEGGIES contain Lycopene. Lycopene helps reduce damage from free radicals in your body and it also prevents heart disease, cancer, prostrate problems, and reduces the skin damage from the sun. These red foods help memory function, urinary tract health, and maintains a healthy heart.

Benefits of Red Fruits and Vegetable

High in Vitamin C

Promote heart health

Help to lower cancer risks

Protects against memory loss

Encouraged cell renewal in body

Best sources of red fruits and vegetable

Beets, Radishes, Tomatoes, Red Peppers, Red Potatoes, Cherries, Strawberries, Cranberries, Raspberries , Blood Oranges, Red Grapefruit, Watermelon

ORANGE FRUITS and VEGGIES contains beta carotene. Beta Carotene is a powerful antioxidant which gives its sunny fruits and veggies their beautiful color. They say its good for eye health, protects your skin from sin damage and aging.

Benefits of Orange Fruits and Vegetables

Vitamin C

Vitamin A

Potassium

Protects skin from sundamage

Protects skin from aging

Boosts immune system

Best source of Orange fruits and veggies

Orange, Mango, Apricots, Cantaloupe, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Pumpkin, Nectarines, Yams 

YELLOW FRUITS and VEGGIES, considered the "happy fruit" , are an instant mood booster! They contain  carotenoids and bioflavonoids, which represent a class of water soluble plant pigments that function as antioxidants.

Benefits or Yellow Fruits and Veggies

Antioxidant

Vitamin C

Helps your heart

Helps your vision

Helps your digestion

Helps your immune system

Healthy skin

Wound healing

Stringer bones and teeth

Lower LDL cholesterol and blood pressure 

Best Source of Yellow Fruits and Veggies

Lemons, Peppers, Pineapple, Summer Squash, Star fruit, Quince

BLUE and PURPLE FRUITS and VEGGIES contain nutrients which include zeaxanthin, lutein, resveratrol, vitamin C, fiber, flavonoids, ellagic acid, and quercetin.  Flavonoids are heart-healthy, beneficial to the cardiovascular system and can lower your risk of heart disease.

Benefits of Blue and Purple Fruits and Vegetables

Prevents premature aging

Antioxidants

Helps reduce risk of cancer

Boost immune system

Improve calcium

Fight Inflammation

Best source of Blue and Purple Fruits and Vegetables

Grapes, Plums, Figs, Raisins, Prunes and Blackberries, Blueberries, Purple Figs, Purple grapes, Raisins, Cabbage, Eggplant

     WHITE FRUITS and VEGGIES are grouped by lack of pigment rather than by their unifying color. Many fruits and vegetable do different things in this category. This group contains nutrients such as beta-glucans, EGCG, SDG, and lignans that provide powerful immune boosting activity. These nutrients also activate natural killer B and T cells, reduce the risk of colon, breast, and prostate cancers, and balance hormone levels, reducing the risk of hormone-related cancers.

Benefits of White Fruits and Vegetables

Lowers Cholesterol levels

Promotes a healthy heart

Less risk certain cancers

levels hormones

Prevents stroke

Best Source of White Fruits and Vegetables

Brown pears, Bananas, Cauliflower, Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions, Chives, Leeks, Fennel

        GREEN FRUITS and VEGGIES are one of the richest and most diverse, both in flavor and in nutritional benefit, fruit and veggie categories. These foods have the phytochemicals sulforaphane and indoles, which both prevent cancer. They are also good for the circulatory system and have good vitamin B and minerals. This group also contains chlorophyll, fiber, lutein, zeaxanthin, calcium, folate, vitamin C, calcium, and Beta-carotene.

Benefits of Green Fruits and Vegetables

Vitamin K

Helps prevent cataracts and eye disease

Potassium

Builds healthy cells

Fights harmful radicals

Normalizes digestion time

Best Source of Green Fruits and Vegetables

Artichokes, Arugula, Asparagus, Spinach, Broccoli, Kiwi, Apples, Peas, Peppers, Limes, Zucchini, Honey Dew, Watercress, Kale, Cabbage, cucumbers, 

Some quick and easy smoothie recipes I found on the net for you all to get your day started! They look so yummy and delish! If you make them, let me know how they turned out!

Tropical Sunshine Smoothie (this makes 2 servings)

1 Banana

1/2 cup orange juice

1/2 cubed fresh mango

1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple

1/2 coconut water

1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice

1 sprig fresh chocolate mint, finely chopped

Blueberry Swirl Smoothie (3 servings)

2 cups of Blueberries

1/2 cup of Apple juice

1 Banana peeled, cut up, and frozen

6 oz Plain or Vanilla yogurt (2 spoons or more)

2/3 teaspoons Honey

Grab a spoon and swirl!

Protein Packed Smoothie (4 servings)

2 cups sliced and fresh Strawberries

2 ripe medium sized  Banana

2 tablespoons Honey

2 cups of plain yogurt

2 tablespoons of peanut butter

Cherry Almond smoothie (2 servings)

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 cup of Almond milk

1/2 cup dark sweet cherries

1 teaspoon honey

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Berry smoothie (2 or more servings)

1/4 Bluberries

1/4 Strawberries

1/4 Blackberries

1/4 Rasberries

3/4 cup vanilla soy milk or milk

1/2 pomegranate juice or cranberry juice

1/2 Vanilla frozen yogurt

Kiwi Pineapple smoothie (2 servings)

2 cups of fresh baby spinach

1 cup peeled, sliced kiwi

1 sliced banana

1/2 cup plain yogurt

1/4 chopped fresh pineapple

1/2 cup of orange juice

2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal or chia seeds

Sleeping Habits are more Important Than You Think

Not sleeping enough and Not sleeping well is NOT OK. Many many down falls of ones lack of sleep. Chronic sleep deprivation affects your health, performance, safety, and pockets!

Causes of sleep deprivation

stress

mental help

insomnia

I came across this on the web and thought this was very interesting . . .

6 surprise sleeping wreckers

Pets 

Alcohol and Night caps 

Undiagnosed GERD

Medicine, Vitamins, and Supplements

Pain, severe or mild

Being Exhausted (as opposed to sleepy)

Consequences of sleep deprivation

• High Blood Pressure
• Heart Attack
• Heart Failure
• Stroke
• Obesity
• Psychiatric problems, including depression & other mood disorders
• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
• Mental Impairment
• Fetal and Childhood growth retardation
• Injury from accidents
• Disruption of be partners sleep quality
• Poor quality of life

     I truly believe as an adult you should sleep 8 hours or more. I particularly like to get in 10. 10 hours of undisturbed sleep feels amazing! I believe kids should sleep 8 - 11 hours as well. Toddlers and Infants should sleep 12 hours or more. Make sure to get in those hours! Your Mind, Body, and Soul NEED it!

About Me

Model, Writer, Mother, Business Owner of MyLittleBumblebee.com, Health & Fitness Enthusiast, Fashionista,Entrepeneur.

   So a little about me . . First and foremost I am a mother to an amazing little boy named Jaiden Joseph! Through my journey in life Jaiden came when I was young. I was living on my own, living life to the fullest! Life was full of crazy new and exciting things and I was enjoying every minute of it. 

9 1/2 months later I gave birth to one of the most beautiful boys in the world, my son, Jaiden Joseph! The best thing to ever happen to me.

 He just turned 5 this year! How cute is his school pic?!? :)

     Modeling was always a passion of mine. I decided to start when I was 17. I was going to school in the city at Aveda; Cosmetology and Aesthetics. I left mid way because I decided to go full fledged with what I wanted to do. Never fully got my licence but I know what I'm doing in the beauty world! I'll soon give you guys tips and tricks when it comes to makeup, hair, health, fitness and skincare!

I created MyLittleBumblebee.com in 2012. Check out the site!

My Little Bumblebee sells girl and boy clothes sizes infant to toddler, swimwear, outerwear, shoes, jewelry, and accessories

When I was pregnant, I came up with this crazy idea to make a Babo bag. Babo stands for Babas and Bobos. It was initially intended to organize bottles and pacifiers but can be used for so much more! It's a 3 pocket organizer. Two pockets on the left have elastic to hold in bottles or whatever else you need and the one to the right has an enclosed toggle and string design to conceal the pacifier. This bag can be used for anything though! Baby products, your items like keys, phone, pet products, hair stuff etc. The back also has a pocket too. I originally wanted to name it Babas and Binkees but Binkees is trademarked. I guess it would have run into some sort of a problem if product were to get big..

Anyway.. I drew up the product, wrote down the measurements of the product, bought fabric, a sewing machine and made a prototype. Mind you I am so not a sower. I was determined! It came out pretty good I must say for a first timer :). After that I found someone to make my product!

The product was made in a factory in China. Here's some pics to see production.

You can purchase Babo on the site. Just go there.

        As far as writing goes, I have always been a Helper. I'm a Virgo, its in my sign to give advice and to help others. People always seek advice from me whether it be about life, love, relationships, hardships, work, etc. And I loved helping. It sort of helped me get my through life's experiences as well as enduring my own. It made me stronger, wiser, smarter..

       I decided to write a book. A How To Guide for Women on Love, Life, and Relationships. I figured why not help as many as I can?! I'm young, I've experienced so much. I started partying and hitting the scene at age 14 with my friends. life was awesome. I've learned so much and am still learning!

My book is entitled "Note To Self". Its completed just shopping, looking for its Home. Great read, I promise you!

      When it comes to Health and Fitness, I am neurotic! always trying to give my friends the best advice to the point where they think i'm annoying! But I'm only trying to help them be a better them :). Ill show you the right foods to eat, what and what not to drink, and key little exercises you can even do in your home to lose weight and tone up.

Some keys foods to eat regularly to fight diseases such as cancer!

So a little bit about me. I look forward to interacting with you all in the near future! Please connect with me on all other networks!

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