Movie Review: Fast & Furious 6

• Directed By: Justin Lin
• Writers: Chris Morgan and Gary Scott Thompson
• Runtime: 130 minutes
• Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action and mayhem throughout, some sexuality and language
• Language: English
• Company: Universal Pictures

Movie Synopsis: 

In the sixth installment of the Fast & Furious series, the family is called back together again from their respective corners of the world for one last mission coordinated by the man with the mission himself, Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson).

Why should they all risk their lives for this one mission? For most, the promise of full pardons all around is plenty inciting. For Dom (Vin Diesel), the possibility of Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) being alive was all he had to hear to jump in on the action.

The mission: Take down a highly skilled military team lead by Shaw (Luke Evans). With technology and gadgets never seen before as well as always seeming to be one step ahead of the family, this is no easy task!

Especially when one of their team IS Letty.

My Thoughts:

I'm a BIG fan of the F&F movies so you best believe I was a giddy as a little kid in a candy store sitting in the theater seats waiting for the movie to start!

Those of us who have seen all movies (yes, even including the black sheep, Tokyo Drift) have grown to know and love these characters; especially since the 5th movie.

Of course the acting is as spot on as ever and I quite enjoyed the plot and the addition of Shaw and his team as the bad guys this go around. Without revealing too much, there are a few twists that I didn't even see coming so that's quite impressive!

That being said, I still think my favorite out of them all is Fast Five, but I'm eagerly anticipating the 7th movie (yes, there will be a 7th). Not sure whether to be upset about it or happy; only time will tell! 

Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for the above post. This is an opinion solely based on my thoughts and opinions of the movie in question and no one elses. I was not influenced one way or another to write the subject matter in this review, so if you don't like it or don't agree with it, that is your choice and I fully respect it so please extend me the same courtesy.

Inspirational Tuesday(6/11)

 

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"When women reassert their relationship with their wildish nature, they are gifted with a permanent and internal watcher, a knower, a visionary, an oracle, and inspiratrice, an intuitive, a maker, a creator, an inventor, and a listener who guide, suggest and urge a vibrant life in the inner and outer worlds. When woman are with the Wild Woman, the fact of that relationship glows through them."

-- Clarissa Pinkola Estés

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SELF Workout in the Park 2013 Hits Chicago!

SELF magazine celebrates its 20 year anniversary milestone by bringing SELF's popular Workout in the Park event back to Chicago's Grant Park (Butler Field) this June 1st! If you're close to Chicago and are interested in exercise and fun and unique exercise workouts in the form of dancing, boxing, yoga and so much more, you might want to pay attention!

SELF Magazine's Workout in the Park

When: Saturday June 1st, 2013 11:00 a.m.--3:00 p.m.

Where: Grant Park (Butler Field)

Who: SELF Magazine and thousands of women seeking their best summer selves 
  

•  Special Celebrity Host: Katie Cassidy, star of CW’s Arrow:  Katie will share her fitness tips and inspire the crowd as everyone gets ready to kick off look great for summer!
• Special Guest Emcee: Kelli Zink of CelebTV: Kelli will bring her amazing energy to the event, giving the scoop on what’s happening at WIP throughout the day.

Tickets are $20 and are available for purchase in advance or on site the day of! One other perk of purchasing tickets for this event is you'll also receive a one-year SELF Magazine subscription (included with the purchase of every Workout in the Park ticket)!

As this year’s official celebrity guest, Katie Cassidy will offer fans her fitness tips and tricks, greet attendees at the fabulous sponsor tents and help thousands of Chicago women re-energize their lives and get in shape for summer!

 

“Being active and staying fit is an important part of my everyday routine, and I absolutely love SELF Magazine, so I’m thrilled to be able to spend the day having a blast with all the Chicago fans at Workout in the Park,” says Cassidy.

In addition to the top training techniques and 17 innovative traditional and new, unique fitness classes that are available to participate in, you'll also take advantage of free product samples, sweepstakes, and much, much more! 

I for one am planning on attending this exciting and fun-filled event on Saturday with a few friends and of course Jennifer and Shelley of Sweep Tight! Would you have thought I would have missed this?!

So tell me...

Are YOU planning on going? If so make sure to keep an eye out for me and say hi!

Disclaimer:: I was provided no compensation for the above post. All opinions expressed above are 100% mine and mine alone unless otherwise stated. Information above was provided strictly for the benefit of my fans and readers. 

Let Your Stress Fly Away: Bed of Nails Mat *Review*

I'm extremely interested in learning all about the different kinds of alternative healing techniques. I have experienced many different kinds on my healing journey; massage therapy, homeopathy, reflexology, herbal, acupressure and acupuncture, etc. Acupuncture, for example, uses hair-thin needles on specific acupuncture points throughout the body to give relief to a multitude of different ailments.

There are also different acupuncture and acupressure techniques a person can use-You can go to a certified professional for a session or you can use certain at-home aids like specialized mats and pillows.

Thanks to Bed of Nails, I was able to chose the latter option and try out their specialized mats!


About Bed of Nails:

"The origin of bed of nails is in Indian mysticism, and it is believed to have been around for thousands of years. Today it is "re-invented" in a more modern form, as a mattress with 8,820 non-toxic, 100% recycled, plastic spikes, harmless to the skin but with all the healing benefits of its legendary ancestor!"

Bed of Nails is similar to acupuncture; the pressure of the rounded nails evenly distributed against a person's body and skin may help the body to release endorphins and oxytocin, which provide a sense of joy and energy along with calmness and relaxation.

Use Bed of Nails long enough and you may see a difference in:

• Stress
• Headache
• Constipation
• Tiredness
• Insomnia
• Tension
• Back pain
• Muscle aches
• Malaise

This product may also reduce the appearance of cellulite by stimulating blood flow to certain areas of the body and this can help break down the fat groupings that cause the cellulite appearance!

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For this review I was sent their Green Sun Bed of Nails Mat.

As directed on the website, I do my best to bring out my mat everyday (sometimes twice a day) and use it for 5 to 10 minute intervals. The first time I used my mat I wasn't quite sure what to expect so I layed down on my back very carefully. Some people prefer to have skin-to-mat contact but for the first time I wore a t-shirt.

The rows of round plastic spikes across the mat do look a little intimidating at first but they do NOT hurt! All you feel is slight pressure and possibly a wee little pinch if you choose to not wear anything between you and the spikes. The cushy foam of the mat combined with the spikes come together to make quite a unique feel-good experience, especially since your weight is evenly distributed across the mat regardless of which position you choose to use.

I was simply astounded by the difference I saw with that first use! Like I said I wasn't quite sure what to expect but after I layed down on my mat and situated myself, it was like my whole body took a huge sigh of relief and continued to be completely and totally relaxed. I noticed the biggest difference after the 5 minutes were up; I got off my mat and was almost in a dream state I was so relaxed. In fact, I nearly fell right asleep!

I've taken to using my mat right before I go to sleep and in the morning when I wake up because I notice that makes a huge positive difference in my day, both mentally and physically. Plus, when I get a little too overwhelmed or stressed, I take 5 to 10 minutes out of my day to lay on my mat and just be.

I can honestly say Bed of Nails has definitely had a positive impact on my life since receiving it! If you're curious, you can check out the company's Testimonials and see what other praise people are giving these great products!

Warning: Bed of Nails does come with sharp plastic spikes that can be potentially dangerous to people, children and or animals. Please be conscious when using this product and take proper precautions (keeping away from children and animals) when using and storing!



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Disclaimer: I was provided a product from Bed of Nails in order to facilitate this honest review. All opinions expressed above are 100% mine and mine alone unless otherwise stated. Please do your own research before committing to purchase a product or service as your opinions may vary.

Inspirational Tuesday(5/28)

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“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace & gratitude.”

--Denis Waitley 

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