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I don’t know if it’s the same for most waxing products, or if it’s due to my lack of proper skill, but I had to go over the same patch more than once, at times. They did indeed succeed in removing my leg hair, but I wouldn’t say that each strip perfectly removed each patch they covered. Now, for the most important bit we’ve all been waiting for: Just rip the strips off quickly as instructed and you’ll be good. It’s about what you’d be expect from ripping hair off your legs with an adhesive strip. I don’t consider myself to have an exceptionally high tolerance, but I think that the pain is definitely more than bearable. In terms of the pain factor, I guess it would depend on your tolerance. Like…maybe 1 minute or slightly less? More than “a few”, anyway. They instructed to leave the strips on for “a few seconds”, and to me, that means like…10-15 seconds or so, but I think I garnered better results when I left it long for longer. There were clear instructions on the back of the package, though they were kind of vague about how long to leave the strips on before peeling. Not that it’s rocket science or anything though. The large strip is about 15 x 6 cm, while the small strip is about 8 x 3 cm in size.Įven for a newbie like me, the strips were pretty easy to use. 10 wax strips (3 large pairs, 2 small pairs). One box costs 108 yen after tax, and comprises the following: Since my afternoon was free, I decided to give them a shot to see if they’d really work, instead of occupy my time with Netflix like a normal person would. I had seen these wax strips in Daiso for a long time, and always wondered about their effectiveness. So why am I reviewing wax strips then, if I don’t care about having smooth legs? The answer is quite simple: I was curious and bored. People who don’t shave aren’t automatically slobs who don’t care about personal hygiene, and people who do shave aren’t always sheep who are “adhering to the unrealistic beauty standards set by the mass media”. As long as they aren’t hurting anyone, I think people with body hairs of all lengths can get along without either side insulting the other. I’m not going to delve into whether people should or shouldn’t remove their body hair, because honestly, it’s no one’s business but theirs. I wouldn’t be surprised if people noticed or were irked by it, but frankly, I wouldn’t have given a damn. Meanwhile, I roamed the campus donning shorts in all my hairy glory. It seemed that the rare few who didn’t shave their legs at least had the appearance of having smooth legs due to incredibly fine or fair leg hair. It was only after I went to Australia to study at university that I started to notice that practically every girl had smooth legs, a result of regular meticulousness. I think other people also had other better things to do with their lives than notice someone else’s body hair. I don’t recall being teased badly about it, and had other matters on my mind that did not revolve around the quantity of hair I had on my body. Nevertheless, I never particularly minded. Growing up, I noticed that yes, I did have fairly hairy arms for a girl (I even had a female Mandarin tuition teacher who actually stroked my arm and commented on its fuzziness, which was all sorts of creepy), and pretty noticeable hair on my legs. I didn’t believe it as a child, and my opinion remains unchanged. My dad used to tell me that being hairy was a “sign of passion”. It takes only a few steps to pause Facebook. To suspend your Facebook account on Android, go straight to the Facebook mobile app. How to deactivate your Facebook account from the Android app Re-enter your password to confirm deactivation. Tap Deactivation and deletion > Deactivate account. Tap the menu (three-lines), then tap Settings & Privacy. Open the Facebook app on your iPhone or iPad. If you’re looking for how to delete a Facebook account on an iPhone app, skip down to the section on deleting your Facebook account.įollow these step-by-step instructions for deactivation. How to deactivate your Facebook account from the iPhone appĭeactivating your Facebook account on the iPhone app will have the same effect as deactivating on desktop or browser. Re-enter your Facebook password and click Continue to confirm deactivation. Scroll to the last option and click Deactivation and deletion.Ĭonfirm your choice, then click Continue to account deactivation. Be aware that even after you deactivate your Facebook account, your data could still be in the hands of data brokers.Īnother way to deactivate your Facebook account on your computer or browser is to follow this step-by-step Facebook deactivation guide:Ĭlick your profile picture in the top-right corner and select Settings & privacy.Ĭlick Privacy in the left panel, then click Your Facebook information. Once deactivation is confirmed, you can reactivate your Facebook account whenever you want. You’ll be asked to re-enter your password before confirming the temporary deactivation. Here, click the first option: Deactivate account. The fastest way to deactivate a Facebook page or suspend a Facebook account is by logging in to Facebook and navigating to the privacy settings for deleting or deactivating a Facebook account. How to deactivate your Facebook account from a browser The executive producers include Ronnen Harary, Adam Beder, and Peter Schlessel. The producers are Jennifer Dodge, Laura Clunie, and Toni Stevens. Based on the TV series created by Keith Chapman, the story is by Brunker, Barlen and Shane Morris. The movie is directed by Cal Brunker from a script by Brunker and Bob Barlen. The cast also includes Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, with James Marsden and Kristen Bell, and introducing Finn Lee-Epp. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, and Chris Rock. PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie features the voices of Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it’s too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. In the new film, a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City and gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The Mighty Pups.įor Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. You can watch the trailer using the player below and you’ll find the poster underneath. Paramount Pictures has released the official trailer and poster for PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, the second big-screen feature opening in theaters on September 29, 2023. LB Demouy Kennedy - top contributor on special teams before sidelined to a knee injury.LB Quandarrius Robinson - mostly special teams.WR Thaiu Jones-Bell - buried in the depth chart behind younger players.The possibility of their departures from the team are based on pure speculation: Some of them may wait until after A-Day (April 22) to decide. The below are all third-year players who have not played much outside of special teams. The transfer portal window closes in less than two weeks on January 18, meaning the time for decisions is almost up. It is publicly unknown how severe the injury is and it has been awful quiet out of his camp. A final option is retiring from football. Another option is taking a chance on this spring’s NFL Draft. Depending on how he heals, he should be back for a fifth year and also have a super senior year remaining if needed. This past campaign could be considered a redshirt year since he never took one. DL Justin Eboigbe played in four games in 2022 before a neck injury caused him to miss the rest of the season.The real question is whether the Tide staff believe he is healed enough to be a major contributor next season. He would be best served playing one more season of college ball somewhere. WR Tyler Harrell has played in four full seasons (five games this season) in addition to a redshirt year used at Louisville.But then again, who foresaw Kendall Randolph or Chris Owens coming back? It would be a bit of a surprise if Nick Saban used one of 85 precious scholarships on a occasional starter/back-up OL. OL Darrian Dalcourt has played four full years but has a bonus super senior season left. PENDING 4TH YEAR PLAYER NOT EXPECTED BACK There is zero chance of them finding another season at the Capstone. These two Tide players have played out five full years that included the bonus super senior season. OL Damieon George > Undecided, potentially Auburn, Ole Miss.The below have already entered the Transfer Portal and in almost all cases have found a new home. The deadline for players to announce their intentions of entering the 2023 NFL Draft is January 16. LB Henry To’oTo’o - declared, has an agent.DL Byron Young - declared for NFL on social media.DL DJ Dale - declared for NFL on social media.DB DeMarcco Hellams - declared for NFL on social media.DB Jordan Battle - declared for NFL on social media.The following Tide players still intend to move forward with plans to play in the Senior Bowl. We did see PK Will Reichard pull out of the game and opt in for another year at the Capstone, but that is not expected of any others. In a sense, these young men have basically called an end to their college playing days by participating in this bowl. In order to continue their college career, they would need an NCAA waiver, medical redshirt, or their college coach would have to agree to bring them back for a bonus super-senior season. 4) have played at least four years of college football. Players who have already announced their participation in the Senior Bowl (Feb. We will add updates throughout the year leading up to Spring practice. Below is a breakdown of how the roster looks at the moment. Alabama loses several familiar faces but they just reload. As the 2022 college football season comes to an end, the annual personnel carousel roars to life. Garlic always make every dish taste better.Bay leaves bring a beautiful flavour especially when sauteed with the soffritto.Onion, Carrots, Celery make up your soffritto which is the base of the soup.I've used Orecheiette which I love as it scoops up the sauce like little buckets. Pasta, short pasta or pastina is the best pasta to use.I've used canned beans however you can also use dried beans that have been soaked and then cooked in an instant pot. You can also substitute with Cannellini beans or Red Kidney beans. Fagioli Beans are the star of the dish which are also known as Borlotti beans.It's also made with kitchen staples most have in their fridge and pantry, so it's a great meal to make when you haven't been shopping. The best part is that it's all made in the one-pot which means easy cleanup. This recipe is also easily made Vegan too, just eliminate the parmesan cheese. To level up this pasta, you can top with some Pangrattato (crispy flavored breadcrumbs) for some crunch. It's similar to a minestrone soup with beans, vegetables, and pasta in a rich creamy sauce, what's not to love right? Pasta e Fagioli translates to pasta and beans in Italian. If you love hearty Italian dishes, then you must also try my Vegan Bolognese and Mushroom and Pea Risotto. I was able to ask Nonna for her tips which I’ve mixed with my own recipe to create the perfect meal! It's a type of dish that your Nonna (grandmother) would make you, so it screams comfort food. Pasta e Fagioli, which is also known as Pasta Fazool, is a very traditional Italian dish. With Nonna's tips, this recipe is full of flavour and screams comfort food. Pasta e Fagioli is a traditional Italian soup with a savory tomato broth, that translates to pasta and beans. A friend’s tip-off had allowed him to evade an ambush and return safely to the reserve. He said they’d been going around the city of Amarante, just outside the reserve, showing his image to Guajajara on the street, asking if anyone knew of his whereabouts. At the time, Paulino said he was using a pseudonym, Lobo Mau, or “Bad Wolf,” so “they won’t know my real name.” But loggers did know what he looked like-they had a photo of him on their cell phones. I was in Maranhão two years ago to report on the Guardians and the fate of the Awá for National Geographic. The wounded Guardian, Tainaky Tehetehar, also known by his Portuguese name, Laércio Souza Silva Guajajara, received medical treatment and was later moved to an undisclosed location for his safety. But the Guardians had little doubt who stood behind them: the same criminals who have been stealing their timber and endangering the lives of the Awá, a tribe living apart from the modern world that is especially vulnerable to contagious diseases and violence. Those issuing the threats cloaked themselves in anonymity. The dead man, Paulo Paulino Guajajara, 26, and his fellow volunteers had been warning authorities for months that they were receiving a steady stream of death threats. Besides the Guajajara, Arariboia harbors several dozen uncontacted Awá nomads, whom the Guardians have vowed to defend, together with the forests they depend on for survival. While the other deaths occurred outside the bounds of the territory, this month’s assault marked the first time Guardians have been ambushed inside the reserve. The Forest Guardians-three of whom were killed in a single month in 2016-have been locked in an intensifying battle with illegal loggers invading their homeland, Arariboia Indigenous Territory, in the eastern Amazonian state of Maranhão. Even musical instruments have evolved, notes Nicholas Makris. And, they only made phone calls! Today, cell phones are small, light and as capable as desktop computers. The first cell phones were relatively big and bulky. Computer chips have gotten smaller and faster. That’s especially true if the feature makes a creature better adapted to its environment.īut in a sense, objects can evolve - or change through time - too. If genetic changes allow a new feature to arise, that trait can be passed on to future generations. The word describes how species undergo changes through time. When many people hear the word “evolution,” they think of biology. For instance, do Stradivarius violins truly sound better than modern-day instruments? Evolution in action So some scientists now wonder if they should be asking different questions. But in many ways, those famous violins are just like those made by other craftsmen. Such details could affect how the violins sound. Is it something about the wood used to make them? Does it reflect the chemicals used to treat the wood? Perhaps it was the type of protective varnish applied that also gives it its luster? Many researchers have searched for the secret behind their sound. These instruments are reputed to be among the finest ever made. So has their reputation for producing a gorgeous sound. Their rarity has helped drive their high prices. Only a few hundred of the instruments made by these two men survive. He and his family, many of whom made violins, lived in the same town as Stradivari. (The instruments that he and his family made are known as Stradivarius violins.) Another well-known violinmaker from that time is Giuseppe Guarneri. One of the best known is Antonio Stradivari. Several renowned craftsmen lived in Italy. The late 1600s and early 1700s are known as the golden age of violinmaking. The length and shape of a violin’s sound holes, especially the length around its edge, help determine how loud this Stradivarious instrument is. |
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