To celebrate this exciting time of the year, I always treat myself to a new beach bag which is packed and ready to go at a moments notice.

These  are the 10 necessities that I carry in my tote bag at all times:

1. Sunscreen - I  store my sunscreen in a resealable plastic bag before placing it in my tote; this way I don’t have to worry about it leaking. Before packing your sunscreen, remember to check the expiration date.
2. Lip balm - I always choose a lip balm with UVA/UBA protection.
3. Hat – My favorite hat has a wide brim.  I can roll it up and throw in my bag, and it never losses its shape.  It’s washable too.
4. Hair Accessories – A hair brush or comb is a must.  I also carry a hair clip and hair ties for those times when I want to  put my hair up.
5. Hand sanitizer - You never know when you’ll need it, but when you don’t have it, that is when you need it most.
6. iPod  - Make sure it’s charged, and don’t forget your earbuds.
7. Water Bottle  
8. Cash - I always carry a little cash for a snack or a cold drink.
9. Book and magazines:  I love new recipes, and it is fun to browse through cooking magazines with  my friends.  We almost always find something new to try at our next get together.
10. Last, but not least . . .  don’t forget your beach towel!

My bag is packed, and I am ready for summer. . . and headed to the beach!  Hope to see you there!

Sex.

I once had a dream about someone that I had no desire for in the waking state, but there he was, in my dreams.  It was quite pleasant, as I recall!  I recently saw a show about dreams and what they mean.  Dreams help prepare us for life and life’s experiences.  Nightmares, for example, are given to us to help prepare us for any eventuality that might occur during the day.  So, sexual dreams can be very pleasant and help make us more amorous towards our partner, or a partner.

Since we are all sexual beings this topic will be covered in two parts so that we can cover many different aspects.

Kiss. Kissing dreams are very pleasant and indicate love, affection and tranquility in your life.  If the dream ends where you are about to kiss someone, it might indicate that you are unsure how this person feels about you.  If you are heterosexual, and you dream you are kissing someone of the same sex, fear not! This dream represents self-acceptance.  You are accepting the feminine and masculine side of yourself.  To dream that you are kissing someone’s hand signifies respect.

Bondage.  Dreams of bondage in any form may mean that you are feeling trapped by a relationship or some aspect of your life.  How did you feel when you woke up from this dream? What aspect of your life did you immediately think of when you woke up?

Love.  To see a couple in love or expressing love to each other indicates much success ahead for you.  To dream that you are making love in public may be telling you that you need to express yourself more openly.

Naked.  To dream that you are naked denotes the fear of being found out and exposed about your activities or misjudgment.  To dream that you suddenly discover your nudity and are trying to cover up signifies your vulnerability to a situation.

Pregnant.  To dream you are pregnant symbolizes an aspect of yourself or some aspect of your personal life that is growing and developing.

It’s important not to take sex dreams literally.

Next time, we will go into sex a little more.  So much of our life revolves around this aspect that we might as well dig a little deeper.  Pardon the expression!

Some things never change, and Spring Break is no exception. Whether you are headed to Cancun, Panama City, FL or the Bahamas the most important thing you need to pack is the perfect swimsuit.  What is the perfect swimsuit?  It’s the one that makes you feel like a million bucks.

Ruffled Bikini

The ruffled bikini is the perfect suit for those days when you want to show your feminine side, which can be very sexy in itself.  There is no right or wrong when it comes to ruffles.  There is no such thing as too little or too much. You decide on how much ruffle is right for you.

Crochet Bikini

A crochet bikini is a must have this season.  Inspired by the 1970s fashion, it is both chic and flirty.  The amazing detailing of a crochet swimsuit is a real eye catcher.  This style will speak volumes as it compliments your beauty and fun loving spirit.

One Piece Swimsuit

 One piece swimsuits are very popular this season.  Don’t worry, it’s not your mother’s one piece.  This year’s one piece swimsuits are designed to compliment your curves  and accentuate your waist.  Who doesn’t want a hour glass shape or at least the illusion of one.  The deep plunge neck line is also very popular this year.  The eye is drawn to your cleavage in a very tasteful manner.  The designers have taken into consideration that not all women have cleavage.  If you fall into that category, look for a one piece suit with a plunging neck line accented with fringe.  Very hot!

If the plunging neckline is not for you, consider a belted one piece swimsuit.  The belt is magical because it accentuates your waist and you will look absolutely  amazing.  Another way to look and feel  sexy in a one piece suit is to wear an animal print.  Not just any animal print.  The new rage this season is animal prints in a array of colors.  You can choose from blue, teal and even fuchsia.  No color is off limits.  Follow your own animal instinct.

Bye for now.  I’m off for Spring Break!

Read my mother’s Elizabeth Taylor tribute at the Femmes, Fatales & Fantasies Original Movie Posters Blog.

I believe the reason that school figures so prominently in many of our dreams is that all of us have spent so many years in school. In this environment we were constantly being tested and we were also being tested socially with our peers. We can all easily relate to these kinds of dreams, because school was a major part in all of our lives.

School – According to Edgar Cayce, school does address the issues of our daily life today. If you have dreams about school, examine the dream closely. How did you feel when you woke up? Were you happy in this dream or frustrated? This is always the key, how the dream makes you feel. If you are anxious in the dream, it means that something is happening to cause you distress.

Work – Work is similar to school in that you need to pay attention to how you feel when you wake up. If you’ve dreamt about work and you feel positive, hopeful and excited you are obviously in the right business. If you suffer constant anxiety in your dream in the work place, examine closely whether it is the work itself, or your coworkers creating the stress for you.

Repetitive dreams bear close examination because they are trying to tell you something that relates to your life today.  Dreams that cause us anxiety or distress should be addressed so that the problem can be resolved.  Understanding the dream may prevent you from becoming ill, or having worse dreams. By solving the problem, you could become a lot happier in your waking life.

They say I am very lucky.  I live in the lap of luxury.  My photographer works me very hard and she teases me alot, but I love her.  She is my Fairy Godmother.  My Mom is also great.  She never leaves the house, which is great for me . . . as I don’t either.  My Dad is a lawyer, and works at home.  Lots of people work here.  I love it.  I always try to be the center of attention. . .  It’s my right.  I am a Leo.

Me & My Fairy Godmother Photographer

Somehow, no matter how much love I get, it’s never enough. I go from desk to desk looking for attention. If you are a cool cat, feel free to write to me.  Maybe we could visit. Or skype. Yeah, that would be cool. To all my fellow Tomcats: Valentine’s Day is coming. Be especially nice to your Kitty. Buy her a hip purse. There are many ways to be purrfectly charming.

All my love,

Merlin

At Bisadora, we know that we seldom get exactly what we want.  Think about Birthdays, Valentine Days and Christmas past, how often did you get the gift you truly wanted? You may have asked for a sweater or a new pair of earrings, you had a vision.  Unfortunately, what you received, more often than not, was the gift-giver’s vision and not yours.  Not that you weren’t appreciative, because you truly were.  But, it just wasn’t what you had in mind.

To celebrate you and your fashion style, Bisadora is kicking the year off with a Bisadora Fashion Bag Contest.  We want you to get exactly what you want.  The winners on this contest will receive the Bisadora Fashion Bag of their choice!

How To Enter:

Please click over to our shopping website www.bisadora.com,visit our Fashion Bags page and view our entire product line of handbags.  Once you have done this,  it is time to enter the contest.  It’s real easy.  All you have to do is let us know the name of your favorite Bisadora fashion bag and why you like it.  Post your entry in the comments section of this blog post below and be sure to include your name and email address in the required comment fields.  One entry per person only, please.

We’ll randomly select three winners who have posted their entry and contact them via email, as well as announce the winners on the Bisadora Blog. Winners have 7 days to respond. If a response is not received within 7 days, a new winner will be chosen.

Also, if you like this contest or our products, let us know by clicking over to our Facebook page to “Like” us.  By following our Facebook page, you’ll be the first to know about special Bisadora promotions, contests, and our insight into the fashion industry and whatever comes to our mind to share.

This contest will end at 9pm EST on Thursday,  February 9, and is only open to residents in the United States.

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Falling.  Many of us have dreams where we are falling. Most of these dreams happen in the beginning of our dream sequence. We catch ourselves, and our bodies may twitch as we come to consciousness. These dreams are so common that many people have said that we must wake ourselves up, before we reach bottom, or we will die. This simply is not true. Dreams of falling, however, are an indication that you are feeling overwhelmed and out of control in some situation in your waking life. Falling dreams can also mean that you are having problems at school or work. If you find yourself having these dreams, try to think about the events in your life that are troubling you. See if you can find a solution so that you can eliminate the problem. It may eliminate the falling dreams.

Water.  If you dream about water, examine the dream and what is happening with the water.  Calm water is a favorable omen while rough, murky water can signify difficulties.  If you dream about drinking cold water, this is a sign of good luck.  But, if you are throwing or spilling water on someone else, this means you need to control your temper.  Hot water can mean that you need to be more cautious in your business dealings, so that you do not face set backs.  Running water predicts lasting happiness.  A waterfall can forecast a happy rise and your status or wealth.  Gently flowing water promises contentment and peace of mind.

In future installments we will discuss many other symbols like school, work, money and snakes.  Pleasant dreams!

Dream interpretation has been the subject of many books.  Many dream analysts feel that they are strong interpreters of dreams but, in actuality, you are the best interpreter of your own dreams. Fire can have one meaning to you and mean something entirely different to someone else.  One person loves the color black while another person hates it.  There are many books for dream interpretation and when looking for the right book, read the reviews.  That is probably the best way to find the best book to help you understand where you travel at night.

Death.  Dreams about death are rarely about dying.  They are about a transition that is taking place or about to take place in your life.  So don’t be afraid if you have dreams about death.  They are just warning you that there will be some changes in your life.

House.  If you dream that something is wrong with your house or your car, this can mean that your body is under the weather.  The house or the car is symbolic for your body.  So, in your dream, if your car has broken down on the freeway, it can mean you need to take it easy and take better care of yourself. Can it also mean that your car is about to break down? Absolutely!  Let’s say your car has been making a whining sound and you have been thinking and worrying about it, but ignoring it.  It is entirely possible that the dream is about your car, but the original meaning should be considered if the obvious isn’t what’s causing the problem.

Flying.  If you are flying in your dreams, it can be very powerful and liberating. If you’re flying and you feel euphoric and there is nothing standing in your way, like buildings, power lines, etc. this is the best of all possible worlds. You feel powerful and positive and in many cases, you have surmounted an obstacle and found success. These are the best dreams.

If there are obstacles in your flying dream, or you have a fear in this dream, you may be feeling a lack of power in controlling a problem or the circumstances in your life. You need to identify who or what is keeping you from moving forward. Difficulty in flying can also mean a lack of confidence. The dream is telling you that you need to find your confidence and believe in yourself.

In following segments, we will discuss many other dream topics and their meanings. If you have any questions or thoughts, feel free to respond. Sharing our dreams in the hope of understanding ourselves better is a gift.  Nighty night!

“To sleep, perchance to dream.” – William Shakespeare

We all dream, every night.  One third of our life is spent dreaming.  You can have four to seven dreams every night.  Five minutes at the end of a dream, half the content is forgotten.  After ten minutes, 90% is lost.  Men tend to dream about other men, while women dream equally about men and women.  Studies have shown that your brain waves are more active when we are dreaming then when we are awake.

Many of us don’t remember our dreams.  Some of us don’t want to remember our dreams.  But, if we would like to remember our dreams, there are techniques to help us.  Why should we remember our dreams?  Sometimes during the day, we experience events or situations with people that cause us alarm.  We repress these feelings because we are busy or they are so unpleasant we want to avoid them.  Many times we are so busy taking care of children, working or shopping, we push troubling thoughts out of our mind.  But the feelings are still there, and they will come out at night to remind us we have unresolved conflicts or thoughts.

First, we will look at how we can remember our dreams.  Then we will examine the meanings of certain dream symbolism.

 Remembering Your Dreams

1.  When you go to bed at night, tell yourself that you want to remember your dreams.  Each night, tell your subconscious that you want to remember these dreams.  It may take some time, but eventually you will remember your dreams.

2. Then you must keep a notebook and pen by your bed so you can record the dreams as soon as you wake up.  We all have had dreams that are vivid and important, but as soon as we are out of bed, the images of these dreams evaporate.  That is why you need to write down what you have dreamed.  Or, you can keep a little tape recorder by your bed if it is more convenient.

Now that you have recorded your dreams, it is time to decipher them.   What could they possibly mean?  Later this week, we will discuss dream interpretation. . .  stay tuned.

Sweet Dreams.