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Janet Ray is a licensed skin care specialist, with over twenty years experience in the beauty industry. Specializing in natural and anti-aging skin care, Janet has helped thousands look and feel their absolute best. Her weekly article will focus on promoting inner and outer beauty.I came upon Optimum Health Physical Therapy and Wellness center by chance, while taking a ride in my car one day. The sign outside let me know that this was a multi-functional center, and not just your average physical therapy practice. The concept of dealing with issues of health and well-being as a whole has always intrigued me, and so I decided to walk in and explore what they had to offer. Once inside, the first thing that I noticed was the positive energy that was apparent—something that I believe to be fundamentally important in a place where people go to recover and improve their …
In part 1, the physiological process of attraction was explored. But what happens once the 'honeymoon phase' of the relationship has passed, and couples are embarking on turning attraction and chemistry into something that they hope will last a lifetime? Having grown up with parents who epitomized the term "soul mates," I experienced what a successful long term union looks like. Being divorced, however, has been my reality for quite some time, and lasting love is, to me, still elusive. In search of relationship success strategies, I decided to do some research of my own, and also to consult …
"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." I had time to ponder the meaning of this expression while at the Jersey shore last weekend. Perhaps my 'deep' side surfaces because of the feelings of infinity and 'oneness' I get when looking out to the sea, or the inherent combination of beauty and danger that it holds. To me, falling in love can seem to be that way, undoubtedly alluring, but also somewhat daunting, should we become engulfed in its uncertain splendor. Certainly, deciding to 'wade out' into deeper waters is a risk taken only by those who desire to experience something greater than a …
With summer in full swing, many embark on that beloved event so common this time of year: vacation. Conjuring up images of wind-swept beaches and balmy nights, or, if you prefer – camping and nature hikes, one thing is for certain: taking a break to relax and enjoy family and friends is inviting. Most of us have grown up worshipping the sun in one form or another: be it playing at camp each day, or 'working' on our desired tans as adolescents. Linda Vitale, a Montville resident disclosed that "As a kid, we used baby oil and iodine to accelerate our tans. These days, I use a sunscreen to …
Walking up the stairs that lead to the Fred Astaire Dance Studio feel like entering the home of a good friend. I've had this same feeling every time I've arrived for a dance lesson since I became a student two years ago. Owners Ilya Ifraimov and Nadia Goulina, married dance partners for over nine years, first opened the studio at 2 Changebridge Road in January, 2008 "When we were building this place in the beautiful, family-oriented town of Montville, we wanted to create a New York City style atmosphere with a 'clubby' feel to the studio," Ifraimov said. "We wanted to offer a place where …
It is often said that beauty is more than skin deep. As a licensed skin care specialist and motivational speaker, I have experienced the beauty that emanates from a person who feels special inside, and how outer beauty can make one feel confident and vibrant. I have learned from my clients that inner and outer beauty are entwined, each accelerating and nurturing the other, suggesting that beauty is a "whole-istic" concept. It will be my pleasure each week to feature businesses in the Montville area that understand this concept and provide the community with unique services that help you look …
