Space Beer???

The first beer certified for consumption in space will undergo tests in weightlessness to see if it has the right stuff. Testing for the new space beer is set to begin in November on board Zero Gravity Corporation’s modified Boeing aircraft, which conducts a series of parabolic arcs that simulates an environment of weightlessness. Astronauts4Hire, a non-profit space research corporation, will conduct the tests on an Australian beer that has been brewed specifically for easy drinking in both microgravity environments, as well as here on Earth. British billionaire Richard Branson told businessmen in Kuala Lumpur on Monday that Virgin Galactic is just 18 months away from taking commercial passengers to space and he has visions of hotels. Over 330 people have put down deposits amounting to $45 million in anticipation of claiming their seats on the Virgin Galactic ship.
Thats almost 15 Billion dollars between 330 people!?!?!?!?

What the HECK! Singamajigs???? I TOTALLY want the BLUE one!

Little Lion Man, Mumford and Sons

5 Motivational Tips to Get You Through the Day

• Focus on Your Goals
Your motivation stands in direct relationship to how clear your goals are, they are the source of your motivation. When you feel down, focus on them, visualize them and think about how great it will be once you have completed them.

• Reward Yourself for Finishing Tasks
This is a great technique. Whenever you finish a task or complete a goal, give yourself a reward.
It can be a cup of coffee, a 10 minute break, a weekend away…. Anything that gets you motivated.
By doing this you train yourself to want to complete the goals and tasks as quickly and efficiently as possible, you will work hard to complete your goals, get the reward and move on the next. Always remember though, make sure you do the job well, you don’t want to have to go back and redo the task you already thought was finished.

• Take a Short Walk
Sometimes you need a break, to clear your mind and get yourself back on track. Taking a walk is a great way to sort your thoughts and refocus.

• Remember That When You Are Done, You Are Done
By this I mean that once you have done everything you need to do during the day, you are finished and can go home. That gives me a burst of motivation every time the day starts to feel long, it is up to me to make it go quickly so I can relax.

• Call a Loved One for Inspiration
Sometimes we cannot do it alone. Make sure to find a friend or loved one who can help you when you need motivation, who you can call and who you know will tell you that you can do it and that they know you are great.

That help really makes a big difference.

Pantry Spa Party? I like the sound of that!

For years, spas and salons have been pampering clients with masques, facials and scrubs made with the same food items you have in your pantry and refrigerator.
Don't despair if you can't afford the trip to the spa. Your skin won't suffer if you use the recipes below to retexturize, moisturize and renew your skin. At-home facials are easy. No matter how long it's been since your skin was given first-class treatment, you will benefit from all three recipes.
To prepare for these skin treatments, thoroughly wash your face, neck and decollete. The recipes contain fresh ingredients, so leftovers should be refrigerated and used or thrown out within 48 hours.
When using any new, especially natural, skin treatment, test a little of it on a small patch of skin. If there's no adverse reaction, try it once or twice a week for three weeks to see it makes your skin feel.
Some minor skin eruptions are normal after the first and second treatments as the natural ingredients draw toxins from the skin. This is only temporary, and any eruptions should be small. However, if you think you may be allergic to any ingredients or develop a rash, do not try the masque again.

Pumpkin Masque
A version of the pumpkin masque is showing up on store shelves and on salon menus. Why is it so popular? It could be the yummy pumpkin pie scent, but it's most likely what pumpkin contains. Pumpkin is overflowing with vitamins A and C, along with beta-carotene. The following masque will smell so yummy you might have to fight the temptation to eat it:
• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon safflower oil
• 1 egg yolk
Mix ingredients in a small bowl. Massage mixture over your face, avoiding the eyes. Lay back, and let the pumpkin soften and rejuvenate your skin for twenty minutes before washing it off with cool water. Makes one masque.

Avocado Masque
The avocado is a blessing for dry skin, whether you suffer from it year-round or have problems with "winter skin." Avocado softens and renews dry skin and includes vitamins A, C, and E, iron, potassium and niacin. Any avocado provides a skin-coating smoothing, but avocados from California, with its higher oil content, are the best for masques. Sea salt softens skin; yogurt not only creates a smooth, cooling texture for the masque, but it also holds in the skin's moisture.
• 1 cup (approximately) very ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
Mix ingredients into a smooth, cool, light green masque. Slather it on your face, neck and decollete. Relax on your back so the masque doesn't drip. While you're renewing your dry skin, take two slices of avocado and place one on the skin under each eye to reduce puffiness. Leave the masque on 20 minutes, and then wash it off with cool water.

Honey-Oatmeal Masque/Scrub
Honey's antiseptic properties make it a natural to keep faces free from bacteria, and oatmeal provides gentle exfoliation. Leave the mask on for five to ten minutes, and then rub, allowing oatmeal to help remove dead skin. Rinse with tepid water. This is a wonderful lift for all skin types.
• 1/4 cup quick-cooking oats, finely ground in blender
• 1/4 cup honey
Mix oats and honey into a paste. It will be sticky, so keep your hair away from the masque. Smooth it on your face, neck and chest. Lay down to avoid the masque dripping on your clothes. You will benefit from this recipe immediately if you use it solely as a scrub and wash it off right away. You may also leave the masque on for five to ten minutes. Don't worry, it washes off easily, leaving skin soft and feeling new.

Here are some links for other cool pantry spa recipes!

http://www.life123.com/beauty/spa-treatments/facials/how-to-make-a-yogurt-facial-mask.shtml

http://www.life123.com/beauty/spa-treatments/beauty-tips/homemade-makeup-remover-using-powdered-milk.shtml

10 Weird Jobs That Pay Well...

I like the idea of airplane repo man! That should be a new reality show! LOL!

Finding a job in a recession is difficult, but the jobs are out there. You just have to know where to look, and for some jobs, be willing to think outside the box. WalletPop.com has compiled a list of weird jobs that pay well:

Shot girl: Shot girls make between $300 and $600 a night. They’re paid 25 cents for every shot they sell at the bar, with the rest coming from tips, which vary between $1 and $20 per round.
Submarine cook:In Australia, a senior submarine cook with more than six years of experience earns $200,000 (about $187,000 U.S.) per year, the same as a junior admiral. The base pay is $58,806 per year, but the bonuses include a capability bonus of $40,000, seagoing allowance of $22,254, submarine service allowance of $26,703, and a bonus of $50,000 a year just for showing up for work, because the job is listed as “critical to the navy.”
Macau junket operator: If you can convince millionaires to travel to the Chinese city of Macau to gamble at a casino, you could earn 1.2% or more of whatever the high-rollers gamble. Baccarat pays a 2.7% commission. That could add up to $5,000 per month.
Pearl diver: It’s a dangerous occupation, but diving for pearls in Australia pays well. Offshore rates are $1,216 (American) per day, and overseas daily rates start at $500 American.
Oil and gas diver: Oil and gas divers can earn up to $80,000 a year. Tasks required include inspecting and installing rigs, welding or laying pipe.
Master sommelier: Experienced sommeliers, who help diners in upscale restaurants find wines that perfectly complement their meals and their palates, can earn $80,000 to $160,000 per year. They develop restaurants’ wine lists, advise clients on pairings and must know many wines by detail.
Airplane repo man: Aircraft repossessors can get a 6 to10% commission of the resale price of a plane they get back for a bank. For planes costing millions of dollars, that can add up to $10,000 to $900,000 per plane.
Bounty hunter: Pay is 10 to 45% of the bail deposit amount, so a suspect who skips out on $100,000 bail could net the bounty hunter $10,000 to $45,000 upon his or her return. Experienced bounty hunters who take high-risk assignments can make more than $100,000 per year.
White hat hacker: Ethical hackers help companies find security holes in their computer systems. The top certified ethical hackers earn up to $123,900 per year, and need a bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology.
Voice-over work: Five minutes of finished audio can pay $325 to someone who is experienced. Even lesser-known voice-over artists can earn $50,000 to $80,000 per year.

Why you shouldn't help an alligator!

A Florida man’s attempt to help an injured 8-foot alligator resulted in him being bitten on the arm and the reptile being euthanized. Alexander Alcantare spotted the reptile Sunday in a canal behind his Miami home with an arrow lodged in its head. He attempted to drag the gator to shore to see if someone could remove the arrow. The alligator bit Alcantare on the arm on the way to shore, but it didn’t stop him from bringing the reptile to a secure location. However, wildlife officials responded to Alcantare’s call and informed him the animal would be euthanized due to its size and because it bit a human. Alcantare was also issued a ticket for illegally catching an alligator. I can just hear the guy now... "but I wasn't trying to CATCH it!" LOL!