THE WORLD OF SHOPPING

by: MisS VictoriA DaviD

 

I am not here to make an appeal nor to beg for your deeper understanding!

One of the many things that is making my life more colourful is the buying of clothes from different types of shops. Items that are categorised as clearance on the web; affordable and decent clothes from high street shops and even second-hand clothes from charity shops here in England.

I was a typical consumer who followed trends on the world of fashion, however that attitude of mine transformed for the better.

For the past years, I have become a prudent buyer who thinks more of the usefulness of an item than the look itself. The finest and softest quality is not totally forgotten, too. Why? Buying cheap clothes that won't last their shapes longer is not providing savings as it will lead to disasters and regrets.

Aside from that, I found-out that exerting a small amount of effort in searching for useful items can make your savings still fatter and fatter. That is why, entering a few shops on the high street in which I may be able to scrutinise the fabric/cloth and also, compare prices of other shops are one my rational strategies when it comes to shopping. Moreover, I also apply this type of thinking when visiting online shops as I always look for stores that offer free delivery and returns before pressing 'pay securely now' button.

Don't just focus on one shop, explore your town and also visit the world wide web!

*Photo courtesy of www.bbc.co.uk

ITCHY: MOSQUITO BITE

by: MisS VictoriA DaviD

The oldest mosquito was discovered in the Cretaceous period. It is an insect of the family Culicidae that resembles a fly. It lived after the Jurassic period about 150 million years ago.

Mosquitoes carry dangerous diseases causing viruses and parasites which move from one person to another. They may cause death if not treated with proper medication. In general, its a concern of the public health authorities. The known viral diseases that cause death to man are dengue fever from Aedes Aegypti and malaria from Anopheles Stephensi.

An estimated 2 million people die annually and more than 700 million people are thought to carry the mosquito diseases. Countries like Africa; South America; Central America; Mexico and much of Asia are with higher records of diseases.

Both male and female mosquitoes are nectar feeders. They usually rest in a cool place during the heat of the day and live in dirty and dank places. Moreover, females are also capable of drinking blood to supplement substances such as protein and iron in their body to develop eggs. The eggs are laid where water is present. It’s a female vampire!

The Mosquito’s irritating bite is due to an immune response and it is best described as “Itchy”. If you are planning a vacation in a jungle, tropical or subtropical place it is a good idea to protect your health from whatever diseases. Here are a few reviewed, rated and recommended repellents.

• Jungle Formula Extra Strength Lotion containing 50% DEET (an active ingredient and is slightly yellow oil) that blinds the insect’s senses.
• Rentokil Plug-in Fly and Mosquito Control is an electrical device containing a reservoir of fluid that releases insecticide.
• Moskil Mosquito Coils normally work by burning slowly when lit to produce a small amount of smoke containing insecticide. It is commonly use outdoors.
• Mosquito Defence Bug Guards are bands worn on the wrist or ankle and impregnated with a high concentration of DEET.
• Ecoguard Fabric Spray contains insecticide that irritates and repels mosquitoes.

 * Photo courtesy of sites.psu.edu

MEN IN THE 1930s

by: MisS VictoriA DaviD

In the 1930s, middle class men in the United Kingdom were much more traditional with their clothes compare to the men of today's generation. The fabric was made from wool and cotton lining, befittingly, these clothes are tailored and wear when visiting countryside places like farms.

 

I haven't seen a man from the 1930s and probably you as well, my dear readers. The picture above portrays how they look like and it also reveals more of the trend before!

Their socks were colourful and showy; trousers were up and high-waisted and a checkered bowtie was once fad and compatible for their virility.

Their outfit looks amusing and eldritch, but inside lives a gentle and loving man!