Vote Now for "Best Dad on Wheels"--Top Ten Finalists Competing for Title on ChristopherReeve.org

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has announced the top ten finalists of their summer-long search for the 2010 Best Dad on Wheels.

The online contest began in June with individuals nominating a biological, adoptive, or foster father living with paralysis that has proven being a great dad is more about heart, and not about how you get around.

All the nominations were compassionate and spirited, making the decision extremely difficult to narrow down to just ten. The finalists were selected by a panel of judges based on a 200-word essay and photo submitted at ChristopherReeve.org.

Eight-year-old Jack Gulick writes, "My dad is fun. He plays the Wii with me, and we play computer games together. He gives me advice about playing baseball because he used to play when he was little. He was catcher, so I think I would be good at that too. My dad comes to all my games and even helps coach. He takes care of me when I'm sick and knows how to help me if I'm scared. My favorite thing about my dad is that he's still alive after his accident. "

Currently, the top ten finalists, their stories and photos are featured on the Reeve Foundation website, ChristopherReeve.org. From now through September 24, 2010 the public can vote on which dad they believe demonstrates dedicated and supportive women's jackets qualities. The winner will be announced around the date of what would have been Christopher Reeve's 58th birthday (September 25).

In Nothing Is Impossible, Christopher Reeve wrote, "I became acutely aware that virtually everything that parents say and do has a powerful effect on our children."

The winning dad will also receive a $500 gift card from vineyard vines.

Go to http://www.ChristopherReeve.org/bestdad to read the entries for the finalists and then vote.

About the Reeve Foundation
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research, and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy. For more information please visit our website at http://www.ChristopherReeve.org or call 800-225-0292.

About vineyard vines
vineyard vines, a company best known for its whimsical neckties and smiling pink whale logo, was founded in 1998 on Martha's Vineyard when brothers Shep and Ian Murray cut their ties with corporate America to start making ties that represented The Good Life. In addition to signature neckwear, vineyard vines offers a variety of clothing and accessories for men, women and children. Products are sold in over 600 specialty and department stores worldwide, through a seasonal catalog at 1.800.892.4982, online at vineyardvines.com and at ten free-standing stores in Boston, MA; Edgartown, MA; Greenwich, CT; Mashpee, MA; Memphis, TN; Nantucket, MA; The Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, FL; Southampton, NY; Washington, DC; and Westport, CT.

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Onlineshoes.com and Clarks Get Moving to Refresh Feet

Clarks and Onlineshoes.com are teaming up to spread the word about Clarks' latest comfort innovations by giving away two pairs of free Clarks shoes so customers can experience how comfortable they are for themselves. (Read on to find out more about Clarks shoes and how to enter the contest at the Onlineshoes.com blog between Tuesday, November 2 and Monday, November 8, 2010.)

A pioneer in the concept of comfort footwear that dates back to 1825, Clarks is now further improving on comfort technology by delivering two breakthrough technologies throughout their Clarks men's shoes and Clarks shoes for women: Clarks Wave and Clarks Unstructured. It's comfort designed for people on the go, whether looking for the perfect walking shoe or just a casual style that can keep up with any long day.

Clarks Wave technology was created to enhance the natural walking motion by creating a uniquely curved sole to propel the foot forward with every step. It starts with a heel kicker that begins a smooth forward motion. From there, a concave heel absorbs shock to put less stress on joints while the rocker sole rocks forward to conserve energy and reduce fatigue. Finally, the toe-off in front guides the foot for effortless walking.

This revolutionary technology can be found in shoes such as the new Clarks Wave.tread sneaker , part of the men's Wave collection, featuring an incredibly flexible sole to deliver comfort in a purely relaxed style. But don't forget the women. The Clarks Wave.crest , from the women's Wave collection, delivers casual style in a convenient slip-on to keep her moving throughout the day.

But for comfort focused from the inside out, the Clarks Unstructured collection is the way to go. In addition to a flexible sole, the unstructured line features an amazing Air Circulation System?. This climate control technology allows warm, moist air inside the shoe to escape and replace it with ambient outside air. The result is a cool, fresh and comfortable all-day feeling for feet.

This technology provides a comfort that can be felt throughout the Clarks Un.sheridan slip-on, part of the men's Unstructured collection, that blends the Air Circulation System? together with classic styling for cool comfort while on the job. Or even through the Clarks Un.believable slip-on from the women's Unstructured collection, delivering casual comfort for her entire weekend.

"Clarks have consistently been one of the most comfortable brands we carry, from their iconic Clarks Originals to the lates women's coats t Clarks boots for fall. Since we've started carrying the Unstructured and Wave collection, I'm pretty sure they just shot to the top of that comfort list," said Onlineshoes.com senior buyer Michelle Juno.

About the Contest
Onlineshoes.com and Clarks are giving away two pairs of shoes from the Clarks family of brands. The contest winners will get to choose from Clarks, Privo, Bostonian, and Indigo by Clarks styles currently available at Onlineshoes.com. To enter the contest, visit the Onlineshoes.com blog Get in Gear Clarks Giveaway contest and post an answer to the following question: "What uncomfortable situation would you wear new boots in to make it more comfortable?" Answers must be left in the comment section and consist of 100 words or less. Two winners will be selected from the qualifying entries at random. All entries will be accepted from Tuesday, November 2 to Monday, November 8. 2010. Two winners will receive a free pair of Clarks family shoes in the size and color of their choice. See the complete contest rules and regulations for more information. Good luck!

About Onlineshoes.com
Established in 1996, Onlineshoes.com is the nation's first online shoe retailer. With a history that began decades ago in a family-owned corner shoe store, the company is committed to delivering exceptional value and service. Onlineshoes.com offers the latest high-quality footwear for men, women and kids with more than 240,000 shoe and clothing choices from more than 250 name brands, as well as a wide selection of bags and accessories. Customers are entitled to a 110-percent price guarantee, a 365-day return policy, and free shipping and exchanges on most orders. For more information, visit http://www.onlineshoes.com.

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MiscellaneousWorld.com: A Blog About the History of Common Household Items and Other Miscellaneous Topics

MiscellaneousWorld.com, a blog about the history of common household items and other miscellaneous topics, has been updated with new blog posts entitled "No More Wire Hangers," "Smiley Face Icon," and "Tupperware Parties."

The blog post "No More Wire Hangers" from MiscellaneousWorld.com describes the author's experiences with wire hangers as a youth. The title of the post references the Joan Crawford film Mommie Dearest, which the post quotes and has a link to a short clip from the movie. While discussing the history of the coat hanger, the author asserts that the modern wire hanger was invented by Albert J. Parkhouse, but his boss, John B. Timberlake, stole the concept and claimed the patent for himself.

"Smiley Face Icon" discusses the invention and rise in popularity of the smiley face. MiscellaneousWorld.com explains that the yellow smiley face was first adopted by Richard Ball in 1963 to improve company morale at a PR firm. Later, the icon was popularized by its placement on hippie clothing and novelties in the 1970s, the post states. The women's jackets post also mentions that the smiley face icon can now be found on the internet and in emails.

"Bonnie Wise in the early 1950s came up with the idea of having parties to see the product," begins the blog post "Tupperware Parties" from MiscellaneousWorld.com. This blog post focuses on how Tupperware rose to popularity through its sales during parties. It also comments on how sales of this product by women, specifically housewives, empowered post World War II generations of women by providing a source of income. The post concludes with statements on the decline of Tupperware parties, and the brand's current availability at Target stores.

About MiscellaneousWorld.com:

MiscellaneousWorld.com was launched in October of 2010 with articles about cotton picking and road trips. Website Business is responsible for designing and maintaining the site structure of MiscellaneousWorld.com.

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Chicago Clothier Mark Shale and Celebrity Designer Maria Pinto Hire Tom, Dick & Harry for Brand Makeover

On the heels of Monday's announcement that award winning fashion designer, Maria Pinto, has joined them as creative director for women's fashions, retailer Mark Shale has awarded its digital, branding, print and PR duties to Chicago agency, Tom, Dick & Harry.

A multi-agency competition late last year was winnowed to two finalists. TDH was awarded the business after "demonstrating a keen understanding of our brand as well as what is needed to leverage our new relationship with Maria Pinto," said Scott Baskin, Mark Shale's CEO.

Initial duties include a complete web site revamp to reflect the new brand direction for the largest, Chicago-based luxury men's and women's fashion retailer.

TDH Creative Partner, David Yang, said "We are honored to be working for a brand with such a substantial Chicago history but also with such a forward looking mission. We will try to capture that notion in everything we do."

"TDH demonstrated the creative sensitivity that we feel is necessary to adequately communicate what Mark Shale will be all about," said Ms. Pinto who sees her role as curator of a Mark Shale look.

Ms. Pinto's designs have been worn by Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and many other prominent Chicagoans.

About Tom, Dick & Harry

Tom, Dick & Harry, (TDH) is an advertising, PR, digital and brand experience agency located in Chicago, Illinois. Just nine years old, the agency has quickly increased its visibility in the agency world, thanks to its winning work for clients such as Fox Sports' Big Ten TV Network, Stubb's Bar-BQ Sauce, RiceWorks Gourmet Rice Chips, Bally Total Fitness, Canyon Ranch, The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Follett Book Sto fashion coats res, Discover Card, Shure Microphones, The National PTA and others.

About Mark Shale

Mark Shale is the largest luxury men's and women's fashion retailer headquartered in Chicago with a history that spans more than 80 years. In 1929 Al Baskin opened his first store in Joliet, Illinois. It was a business built on a simple promise: to bring together the best in men's and women's clothing from around the world, with a level of personal service that made his customers feel special. Since then, Mark Shale has emerged as the leader in luxury clothing retailing focusing not only on its clothes but also its people, beautiful stores and exceptional customer service. Currently, Mark Shale operates three stores in Chicago's most affluent shopping destinations; Oakbrook Center, Northbrook Court and its flagship store in Chicago at the 900 North Michigan Shops.

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Experience Exchange on the Web, Users Get Paid for User Generated Content, 20,000-Plus Tags

e4d5.com beta, launched April 08, is an experience exchange, with a goal to provide an independent, unbiased, and unifying platform for user reviews and communities, for everybody in the world, for every product and service in the world, using technology that is user-friendly and innovative.

e4d5.com (beta) is also among the first and few websites, to remunerate users for user generated content. e4d5 is offering $2 per review for the first 3,000 reviews to begin with starting from April 08. Funds permitting, this is going to be an ongoing feature with the site. All e4d5 users in the US will also be randomly given random goodies ranging from candy to t-shirts from time to time. Just for being there. Please click on 'User Awards' on the home page http://www.e4d5.com/ for more on this.

The site launches with some 1300 reviews. All the reviews have been tagged extensively. There are close to 20,000 tags at the moment, and the number of tags are increasing with each review. e4d5 tags can be seen and searched alphabetically, or according to popularity. The user will find the tags as convenient as browsing through a dictionary or an encyclopedia, and looking up interesting things.

Reviews apart, other features of e4d5.com (beta) include individual pages for users, message boards, communities, private messaging, scrap books, user testimonials, user lists, and personal ads among other things. The site also has a sticky note functionality, which lets users write and stick customized notes anywhere on the site, visible to her only. Of course, she can access all her sticky notes at one place.

e4d5.com (beta) is primarily targeted for United States, though there are users and visitors from all over the world as the site goes live. India and United Kingdom versions of the site are expected to be live by the end of September 2008.

e4d5.com (beta) also promises sincerely helpful customer support. It promises its users that a real human being will answer their queries/feedback within 24 hours. All communication will be personal, and form letters will not be used.

e4d5.com (beta) has 15 categories to help users read/write reviews be Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) tter. The categories are Restaurant and Food, Movies and Cinema, Books and Magazines, Music and CDs, Cell phones and Electronics, Computer and Internet, Clothes and Fashion, Cameras and Photo, Sports and Fitness, Healthcare and Beauty, Kitchen and Home, Pets and Livestock, Cars and Automobiles, Travel and Hospitality, and Other Stuff.

About e4d5 LLC (the company behind e4d5.com)
e4d5 LLC is a one-person company. It works closely with a creative design solutions, branding strategies and development company in Bangalore, India, called Altered Black, that handles site development and maintenance. Altered Black has been an invaluable influence in the development of the website, and can boast of one of the best creative and development teams in the country.

The source of funding for e4d5.com is a small (really small) personal loan and credit card borrowing.

At some stage in the future, e4d5 LLC plans to provide interest-free microfinance to women entrepreneurs, to empower them to be what they want to be. e4d5.org is the name and direction given to this dream. It is not a registered entity, nor an organization. Primarily the company does not have the resources, yet.

Media Contacts:

Sudarshana Banerjee
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e4d5 LLC
tel: +1.408.594.9272

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Soft Surroundings Launches New iPad App

Soft Surroundings, a Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) leading multi-channel retailer committed to providing stylish and comfortable clothing, home décor, and the latest in beauty and treatment to women of all ages, maintains its dedication to providing an extraordinary shopping experience with the launch of a new iPad application.

The Soft Surroundings Catalog iPad app is an all-inclusive shopping solution, combining the ambience and flow of the Soft Surroundings catalog with the interactive experience and features of the Soft Surroundings website, all with the ease and convenience found in a mobile app.

Customers will enjoy an interactive approach to viewing and shopping Soft Surroundings products, with the ability to interchange the color of selected items with the touch of a finger, access new product videos, and share favorite products with friends and family through email or Facebook. Additionally, customers utilizing the iPad app will be able to access a sneak-peak of upcoming catalogs, view product reviews, and experience other web-exclusive content not available in the traditional catalog.

"Shopping with Soft Surroundings is really all about the experience," according to Robin Sheldon, President. "That's what our customers have always expected from us, and that's why we are so excited by our app's special features and ease of shopping we know they will love. There are even buttons to click on to change colors and see videos of our product in motion!"

Customers can download the Soft Surroundings iPad application from iTunes for free by searching for "Soft Surroundings" and installing like a standard iPad application. Once the app is downloaded, customers can enjoy another easy and innovative way to shop with Soft Surroundings.

About Soft Surroundings: Headquartered in St. Louis, Soft Surroundings is an upscale tri-channel retailer of women's apparel, home and beauty items. Having experienced record growth in its catalog channel, Soft Surroundings opened its first retail location in St. Louis, MO in November of 2005, followed by additional locations in South Windsor, CT, and South Barrington, IL. Soft Surroundings is currently expanding its retail division nationally to meet the needs of its many devoted customers. Visit Soft Surroundings online at http://www.softsurroundings.com.

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Author Marian Medd Paints the Evolution of Women’s Undergarment Collections

Informative and creative, A Peep Into the Past is a combination of art and the evolution of women's undergarment fashion throughout history. Artist, Marian Medd, having worked in the retail industry for many years, combines her knowledge and her natural talent in drawing in this one-of-a-kind book. Preserving the memories of several undergarments that may have been forgotten and lost in time, this selection brings to life the various styles of the past, which were greatly affected by economic, political and social considerations.

From defining the early decades of the 20th century, to the first decade of the 21st, A Peep Into the Past reveals a comprehensive background on how women have been adjusting to the constantly changing trends of their times, especially in clothing. This book explores the intelligent patterns of how undergarments have been designed throughout several eras.

Aside from the artistic aspects, the author reveals a fascinating look into the technical and practical basis of how women's undergarment products were made. A very specific example is how, during the rise of women's liberation during the World War I, the restrictions of the Victorian era wasp-waisted corsets were abandoned and replaced by more comfortable clothing. This change gave women more freedom to move around, whilst replacing men in the workforce.

Accentuated by colorful and beautifully drawn illustrations, this book is a rich arsenal of knowledge, allowing readers to appreciate the benefits sought from their modern world. At the same time, it shows the message of how today's society provides more options to wom Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) en than to the restrictive cultures, traditions and circumstances of the past.
For more information on this book, interested parties can log on to http://www.Xlibris.com.au.
About the Author
In 2002, upon retiring from working many decades in the retail industry, Marian Medd had found the time to develop her interest in drawing and painting. This shift from the shop floor was mediated by a brief period of learning to work with pastels. She then decided to expand her knowledge as she wished to explore using different mediums. This took her into the world of painting with acrylics. She also attended many classes over several years studying and drawing. She has not had a solo exhibition, but over the past decade, she entered works into Local Council exhibitions and also the "Cossack" exhibition conducted annually in the North West of Western Australia. She has sold several paintings which are in private collections. For the past two years, she has been working on this book A Peep into the Past, which portrays a history of garments in unique colours and in style.
A Peep Into the Past * by Marian Medd
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Xlibris books can be purchased at Xlibris bookstore. For more information, contact Xlibris at 1-800-618-969 or on the web at http://www.Xlibris.com.au.

Complete the Outdoor Look With a Backpack this Summer

As the warmer weather becomes a regular fixture of 2011's spring time, heading to the great outdoors can pose some tricky clothing questions. As much as the blue skies and warm climate is enough to excite any outdoor enthusiast, the UK's weather is unpredictable, so it pays to venture outside properly prepared. Luckily, there is Outdoor Look and their ever-evolving range of outdoor clothes and gear, including newly stocked bags and backpacks.

Outdoorlook.co.uk, the UK's leading discounted outdoor clothing retailer has recently added a fine selection of backpacks to their growing range of outdoor clothing.

"It seemed a natural fit to fashion coats include a selection of backpacks and bags at Outdoor Look," said Ian Brookes, founder of the retailer.

"All products are lightweight and great looking, and have been chosen for our site with our customers in mind. In fact, we led some consumer research and the feedback was the driving force behind our choices."

The backpack and bag range features various types of bags for each occasion. For hikers, there is a selection of hydration packs and day packs, whilst the traveller will be satisfied with the fantastic range of travel bags and laptop bags. For the outdoor sports men and women, Outdoor Look also now stocks a fine range of kitbags.

It's not just backpacks and bags Outdoor Look have a attractive selection of either. The UK's number discount stockists of outdoor clothing also house a great range of popular brands such as Merrell, Hi-Tec, and Craghoppers with discounts of up to 75% off the RRP and free delivery on all orders over ?50.

Bags and backpacks are the latest product to arrive at Outdoor Look, along with sleeping bags, and Brookes says they have arrived just in time;

"The bags, backpacks and sleeping bags were important products to include in our range for this summer, as music festival season is right around the corner. It's great to think customers can do all their outdoor gear shopping in one place, and make huge savings too!"

Outdoor Look are UK based retailer of outdoor clothing who pride themselves on offering an extensive collection of quality garments at discount prices of up to 75% off RRP. As well as bags and backpacks, Outdoor Look supply a range of product leading brands such as Merrell and Regatta, offering products to suit all ages, sizes and needs.

For more information on Outdoor Look's products and for all your outdoor needs this summer, visit the online store at http://www.outdoorlook.co.uk.

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Roman Originals Massive Range of £10 And Under Items Cannot Be Missed

Women's fashion outlet Roman Originals have just revealed their massive range of hot summer styles, all for just ?10 and under!

Amongst the categories included in the massive summer range are summer dresses, summer tops and summer knitwear plus much more. There are p women's coats lenty of different styles to suit you for any occasion.

With so many high quality styles in the summer range, such as the "V Neck Wine Floral Printed Top" for just ?5 and the "Black Contrast Sleeveless Lace Cocktail Dress" for just ?10, you cannot afford to miss out on these fantastic new prices.

This huge new range also covers a wide variety of summer skirts, summer trousers and summer jackets so you can complete your gorgeous new look for a fantastic low price.
A huge variety of colours and styles are available so do not miss out on the chance of completing your perfect summer look for just a fraction of the price.

For more information on all these fantastic items for just ?10 and under, visit the Roman Originals website: http://www.romanoriginals.co.uk/icat/daily-deal

Roman Originals was established back in 1957 as a family owned business specialising in manufacturing.

In 1994 the Roman Original brand first hit the high street and by the end of the decade the company had begun to open their own stores. Specialising in women's clothing, the company uses its design team to keep up with the latest fashion trends.

Further Contact:
Adrian Addison, PR Manager
Telephone: 0121 380 1909

About Roman Originals
Established in 1957, Roman Originals is one of the UK's leading women's clothing retailers. Roman Originals merchandises and distributes its ranges through 150 high-street stores and their website. By using their own skilled team to handle merchandising and distribution they are able to add 20 lines each week, on average, to their range. Their extensive range of women's clothing now includes women's plus size clothing, eveningwear, wedding outfits, smart casual day wear, work wear, and holiday wear.

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Carousel Designs Teams With Operation Shower To Honor Military Moms

Carousel Designs, a contemporary and trend-setting leader in the baby bedding industry for more than 23 years, is set to sponsor a baby shower honoring expecting military moms. The event will be hosted by Operation Shower in conjunction with The TOUR Championship by Coca-Cola, and will be held at historic East Lake Golf Club outside Atlanta on September 21, 2011.

At the baby shower, each mom-to-be will receive a "shower-in-a box," packed with essential baby supplies, clothing, toys, books, blankets and much more courtesy of sponsors like Carousel Designs and other generous donors. Carousel Designs has provided financial support and crib bedding donations for Operation Shower's Atlanta event, which will be hosted for a group of pregnant women from the Fort Benning and Fort Gordon, GA areas whose husbands are deployed.

"All of us at Carousel Designs feel honored to help provide a special day for military moms-to-be and their families," said Jonathan Hartley, Carousel Designs CEO. "As a veteran-owned company, we understand and greatly appreciate the sacrifices that military families make on a daily basis. We are also excited that Operation Shower is coming to Atlanta for the first time to host one of their showers here in our hometown."

The baby shower will be held on the TOUR Championship's Community Day and is expected to be attended by 40 military moms-to-be. The shower will be held at the Birdies for the Brave Patriots' Outpost presented by Kipper Tool on the 16th green.

"Operation Shower is thrilled to be joining with Carousel Designs to treat military moms-to-be to a joyous day just for them," said Chief Shower Officer LeAnn Morrissey. "The support of Carousel Designs and other sponsors allows us to reach more and more military families and show our appreciation for their sacrifices. Working with a veteran-owned baby bedding company for our upcoming military baby showers is certainly a perfect match. We look forward to hosting a wonderful event."

Carousel Designs is the lead sponsor for the Atlanta event. The company has also contributed to several Operation Shower events throughout 2011, including baby showers at Camp Lejeune, N.C.; Groton, CT; Norfolk, VA and Fort Campbell, KY.

Carousel Designs president Allan Sicat said, "We're committed to doing what we can to support military families because we feel like they are an extension of our family." He continued, "Due to our military b women's coats ackground and because our own family members are currently serving and deployed overseas, our involvement with Operation Shower is much more than a business endeavor; it's extremely personal to us."

From its start as a small family business in 1988, Carousel Designs has grown to become an award-winning national online retailer and trusted brand of premium baby bedding, twin bedding and home décor. Jonathan Hartley continues the family tradition of ownership as CEO with his business partner Allan Sicat, president. Hartley and Sicat are both dads of young children as well as graduates of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and former U.S. Army officers. They take special pride in the fact that all Carousel Designs baby bedding products are made in the U.S.A.

Operation Shower recently received national recognition following the attendance of First Lady Michelle Obama, Dr. Jill Biden and Martha Stewart at the organization's April baby shower at Camp Lejeune, N.C. The First Lady and Dr. Biden attended as part of their newly launched initiative, Joining Forces, to support and honor military families. Following their attendance, Operation Shower was featured on Martha Stewart's primetime television special "America's Moms" with Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden. The organization was also listed in a Parade Magazine article as one of three of Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden's "favorite groups that are helping America's military families."

About Carousel Designs
Georgia-based Carousel Designs, a contemporary and trend setting leader in the baby bedding industry was founded in 1988. For more than 23 years, Carousel Designs has manufactured high quality baby bedding, toddler, twin and full/queen size bedding and nursery décor. Carousel Designs is the only baby bedding company that allows parents to design and create their own virtual nursery online with their Nursery Designer?, a unique, interactive design tool. The company also offers more than 100 pre-designed ready to ship crib bedding collections and more than 300 fabrics to choose from in a range of versatile styles. For more information visit http://www.babybedding.com.

About Operation Shower
Operation Shower is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and honoring military families by providing joyful baby showers for military wives to ease the burden of deployment. Since the organization's inception in 2007, Operation Shower has showered more than 400 women on military bases and other locations for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and National Guard. For more information visit http://www.operationshower.org.

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TerraFrog Clothing Releases New Limited Edition Yoga Tank--a Celebrity Stylist’s Dream

Women's yoga and athletic wear designer, TerraFrog Clothing Corporation, released its latest limited edition yoga tank this week. The exclusive designer tops are released three times a year. Retailers who carry the TerraFrog line get first dibs on the tanks before the remaining tops are released worldwide via TerraFrog's online store. The limited edition athletic tanks are coveted by fashion trendsetters looking for that exclusive fashion piece. In 2009, the Pink Tartan Limited Edition Tank sold out within 72 hours of it's release.

"TerraFrog clothing fills the niche for celebrities and stylists looking for designer sportswear," said TerraFrog designer Bobbi Windsor. "Celebrities don't necessarily want to show up to the gym or their yoga class wearing what everyone else is wearing. TerraFrog offers fashion conscious clien women's jackets ts a fresh and funky alternative to mass manufactured athletic wear."

The latest limited edition tank to the TerraFrog collection is called "School Girl Plaid" and features a contrasting back panel made up of red and white plaid. The collection is now available for purchase through TerraFrog's online store and at select retailers in Canada and New York City.

About TerraFrog Clothing Corp:
TerraFrog Clothing Corp. is a Canadian athletic wear manufacturer providing unique, superior quality yoga clothing to individuals and select retail outlets. TerraFrog is well known for their exclusive, trend setting designs and styles. This stylish lifestyle and casual wear company limits the number of pieces they make despite consumer demand.

TerraFrog designs can be purchased directly through the TerraFrog website or at select retailers across Canada and in New York City. TerraFrog wholesales their active wear line and yoga accessories to trendy boutiques in the United States and across Canada.

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All American Clothing Company (AAC) Announces New Shipping to Army Post Offices (APO) and Fleet Post Offices (FPO) for Servicemen and Women

All American Clothing Co (AAC) announces its newest feature of helping customers to ship holiday gifts of clothing and increases the success of on time shipment arrival. They will help customers to prepare shipping information and then ship the packages to the young military men and women in the effort to help family and friends let loved ones know they care. The company has also implemented a 10% discount cost reduction for the purchases of the clothing on all orders sent to an APO/FPO address. In addition, AAC is donating a percentage of the gross sale to the Wounded Warrior Project. http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/

To have delivery arrive by the Holidays, All American Clothing Co. suggested that if patrons order and ship by APO/FPO addresses, it be done now and not later than November 28. Make shipping arrangements by placing orders at http://www.allamericanclothing.com or call customer service at 888.937.8009. AAC will help customers with the shipping arrangements.

All American Clothing only manufactures USA Made jeans and casual pants, but also offers USA sourced accessories like shirts, jackets, etc... Alongside their signature jeans, they also offer a range of products that have been customer rated for years. So the consumer has actually had a strong influence on the designs of previous and new products. This system allowed the company to build a solid relationship with its customers. The process continues to create jobs while making and selling USA Made products. This is an opportunity to support USA jobs, USA servicemen/women and your country.

About All American Clothing Co.
All American Clothing Co. continues to create new, efficient ways for consumers women's jackets online to easily patronize USA Made companies and jobs. Now, with the onset of the APOs/FPOs assistance, customers have another opportunity to support American jobs, American families and American troops. All American Clothing Co. is a rare success story of a small apparel business in today's tough economy. The progress of this company relies totally upon the loyalty, the passion and the desire of Americans to help maintain USA manufacturing in the Unites States. AAC is helping the folks at home to show their passion not only for jobs, but also so for family and friends who are in the US military.

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Think You’ve Missed Out on Hurricane Irene FEMA Contracts? Think Again!

Contractors are still needed to assist disaster relief efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Irene last August, according to data reported on the Federal Procurement Data System. US Federal Contractor Registration is urging small businesses along the East Coast to get registered immediately in order to take advantage of the opportunities still available while helping bring relief to the families and communities still struggling to recover from the historic storm.

On August 21st, 2011, Hurricane Irene formed in the Atlantic, making landfall over the Eastern North Carolina Outer Banks on August 27th, 2011, according to Wikipedia. The storm tore a path up the East Coast. Although it weakened into a tropical storm, Irene caused an estimated $7 billion in damages and left 56 deaths in its wake.

FEMA is still working to help impacted regions recover from Irene and is in need of qualified, registered businesses to assist them. Although emergency supplies and debris removal vendors are typically needed for disaster relief, other industries are also being tapped. A report issued by the Federal Procurement Data System shows Hurricane Irene FEMA contracts being recently awarded for office equipment, mobile home pad rentals, housekeeping, water utilities and communications support just to name a few. Other contracts awarded since the disaster include educational services, plumbing equipment rental, shipping services, clothing, architectural services and security system purchases. Many of the contracts have been awarded to small businesses, women owned businesses and service disabled veteran owned businesses.

In order to meet federal mandates requiring at least 23% of all contrac fashion jackets ting dollars be awarded to small businesses, more companies capable of handling these federal contracts must complete their CCR registration and ORCA filing immediately. Every year, the federal government falls short of its procurement goal. In 2009, only 22% of the $442 billion set aside for small businesses was awarded, according to US Federal Contractor Registration. "There are not enough qualified, properly registered businesses," said Dan Driscoll, treasurer at US Federal Contractor Registration. "If there were, the government wouldn't have a problem meeting that goal."

In order to qualify for FEMA contract awards, vendors must first complete the required registration. This begins with obtaining a DUNS number, followed by completing CCR registration and submitting their ORCA filing, then finally completing the FEMA Vendor Profile. Failure to complete registration accurately and in a timely manner can result in delayed payment or lost opportunities due to ineligibility for federal contracts.

To help small businesses qualify for Hurricane Irene FEMA contracts and other federal contracting opportunities, US Federal Contractor Registration offers a case manager to help vendors navigate the red tape and get their registration completed quickly. Their services cover every step of the registration process, as well as optional marketing services to help vendors build their brand with purchasing officers and find work in the federal market. Their Contractor Helpline can also assist interested business owners identify current opportunities and market trends before spending any time or money pursuing government contracts.

In addition, businesses who start working with a case manager to perform their registration or marketing by December 31st can write off the cost on their 2011 tax return as a business expense while making an investment in their company's future revenue.

Business owners can get immediate contracting help by calling the Contractor Helpline toll free at (877) 252-2700 ext 1. A Placement Specialist can then help them find current government contracting opportunities, purchasing trends for federal agencies and review their registration for errors that could impact their ability to win government contracts.

US Federal Contractor Registration is a third party registration firm that has helped thousands of businesses complete their CCR registration and bid on contracts. US Federal Contractor Registration pairs businesses with a dedicated case manager who helps them every step of the way from initial registration to bidding on contracts. To request a free evaluation and assessment by a Placement Specialist for your business, call the Contractor Helpline at (877) 252-2700 ext 1 or visit our website at https://www.uscontractorregistration.com/.

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San Francisco Valentine’s Day Pillow Fight and Party Jeans Giveaway Will Turn Lovers Into Prize Fighters

Love—and feathers—will be in the air this Valentine's Day when the flash-mob-style crowd that assembles every February 14 at Justin Herman Plaza in the Embarcadero starts swinging at exactly 6 o'clock. Grp.E is helping hardcore romantics wage war in style by giving 40% off jeans purchased online and at Bay Area stores now through February 15. The San Francisco party jeans company is also giving away jeans to a randomly selected man and woman who like Grp.E Jeans on Facebook.

Grp.E Jeans will photograph the Great San Francisco Pillow Fight crowd exchanging blows, hand out limited edition heart-shaped denim pendants that commemorate the occasion, and toss Grp.E t-shirts into the crowd. Although Grp.E isn't a sponsor, the Pillow Fight is just the kind of party that defines the Grp.E brand.

San Francisco fashion designer Tommy Pham created Grp.E premium jeans with an emphasis on fit, finish, functionality and details. A range of fits from skinny to relaxed ensure these designer jeans accentuate the best features of every body type.

"There are so many features men and women love about Grp.E jeans, but what really closes the deal is Pham's patented snap-button fly," said Mignon Gould, founder of popular fashion blog The Chic Spy. "Like Levi's original button fly, this unique snap-button fly is Grp.E's pièc women's jackets e de résistance."

Unlike the button fly, the "quicky" fly gets Grp.E jeans off fast. And unlike zippers, there is no risk of skin or fabric damage. No other denim brand in the world has a concave button. This ergonomic design allows fingers to fit right into the recess for a more natural and customized feel.

Grp.E jeans are sold at the following San Francisco Bay Area locations:

Wonderland SF (wonderlandsf.com) 415.641.4600
2929 24th Street (between Alabama and Florida) in San Francisco

Underground (undergroundsj.com) 408.298.4286
1342 Lincoln Avenue in Willow Glen / San Jose

Kiss'tique, Los Gatos (kisstique.com) 408.399.5477
11 North Santa Cruz Avenue in Los Gatos

Simply Smashing, Campbell (simplysmashingstyle.com) 408.379.1925
241-B East Campbell Avenue in Campbell

For more information about Grp.E Jeans, call (415) 891-7888 or visit them on the web at grp-e.com. To keep current on special events and promotions, like Grp.E on Facebook at facebook.com/grpes and follow them on Twitter twitter.com/GrpEjeans.

About Grp.E Jeans
Grp.E (pronounced like groupie) is the lifestyle clothing brand launched in 2010 by celebrated San Francisco clothing designer Tommy Pham for men and women who love to work hard…and play even harder. In the Grp.E brand, Pham—the clothing designer behind the LL Cool J and G-Unit (by 50 Cent) brands of designer jeans—has created the perfect party wear for the up-all-night rockstar, with great fitting jeans that are comfortable, tough, and come off in a snap.

The "E" in the name makes it clear that Grp.E is for everyone—and everyone has the right to party and have fun while living on this green earth. The Grp.E brand communicates that everyone is at once the same and unique. Each pocket bag is printed with the phrase "Everyone's Pink Inside" and the asterisk logo, the symbol of ambiguity, lets every wearer decide what statement they are making.

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Trunk Show In Equinox South Florida Draws Crowd For The Winter Collection and Introduction of Spring Collection 2012

The Miami Beach-based yoga and athletic wear company SPACECAT is excited about its trunk show debut in one of America's largest fitness clubs, Equinox. Fashionable health-conscious men and women have made these bright spacious gyms widely popular. Many of the women were excited to see the new collection being displayed and many were taking no chance of not being the first to wear it. Some kept returning to the retail store from the workout floor looking for new and exciting exercise garments to show off their well-toned bodies or to give their everyday life a touch of happiness.

Spacecat's signature items,Kino Shorts in fresh prints or extremely soft Supplex in both Kino Shorts and Deepfold Shorts are hard to resist. These technologically advanced fabrics are used in advanced athletic clothing worldwide, though Spacecat Supplex is the softest of its kind. Also displayed was Spacecat's adorable soft cotton jersey collection "Spacecat Loves You" T-shirt, "Spacecat" Racer-back Tanks and "Yoga Is for Pussies" T-shirts. All the new T-shirts lines were eye catcher's, even men were asking for large sizes to women's coats be made available in the trunk shows in April.

Spacecat is looking forward to spreading good vibes with its Circle Black Cat logo to help reduce everyday stress. Meditation and yoga are great techniques for lowering tension; having friends and pets do the same. Spacecat encourages everyone to practice yoga regularly and if she is too busy to have a pet of her own, at least she can have Spacecat Yoga/Athletic wear! And while doing her favorite yoga or working out, the Spacecat cat is always with her, smiling at others!

Contact Spacecat for April Equinox Trunk Show location and date.
All of Spacecat's deliveries come in earth-friendly packaging, eliminating the use of wasteful individual plastics and tissue inserts. Also, all SPACECAT garments are happily designed in Miami Beach by an experienced and versatile designer and proudly made in Miami by a sweatshop free mother-and-daughter team.

About Spacecat:
Spacecat was created in New York City in 2000, when Yumi Miyanishi made a claymation short film called "Katzilla"
"As a four year old, my favorite thing was making clothes for my Barbie doll." Always interested in fashion and being different, after Yumi started practicing Ashtanga Yoga, she noticed what women were wearing. Seeing the same yoga/athletic-wear everywhere, she thought there must be other women who would like to dress differently to practice yoga or to work out. Moving from Tokyo to New York to New Orleans and then to Miami Beach, the idea of her own line gradually took shape.
With the encouragement and help of many friends, she decided to use her background in fashion design and create yoga/athletic-wear that she would love to wear.
Spacecat Inc. was launched in June 2010 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Adea Launches The Power of Touch Campaign

Adea Everyday Luxury, a leading brand offering women's layering tops, camisoles and undergarments, announced today the launch of a brand awareness campaign, entitled The Power of Touch.

A unique collection of Italian-made wardrobe basics, Adea boasts products using a luxurious microfiber fabric, impeccable tailoring and a feminine fit. Adea clothing is made of a high-qu women's coats ality, light fabric that is often regarded as a 'second skin' by customers because it is so soft to the touch. It is from this feeling that the Boston-based advertising agency, Small Army, developed The Power of Touch campaign to promote the Adea brand and clothing line.

The Power of Touch campaign has been launched using Facebook as the primary media channel. Through the campaign, Adea fans are not only reminded of how powerful the touch of high-quality, soft clothing on their skin can be, but they are also introduced to a variety of women who have touched others' lives in very unique ways.

The women that are featured as part of Adea's Power of Touch campaign have inspired and touched the lives of may other people, and Adea shares their stories while also inviting all Facebook fans to share inspirational stories of their own. They hope that their Facebook page will bring together women from all walks of lives, and create a community of inspiration and positivity.

Adea products are designed and produced exclusively in Italy, where craftsmanship is a long-standing, highly valued tradition. The Founder of Adea, Christina DiPierro and her Business Partner, Jackie Durkee, share similar traditional values to their family-owned manufacturer. Christina adds, "Our goal is for [our customers] to feel confident in any situation, with the right mix of quality and timeless design. Because that is what we want for ourselves."

To find out more about Adea Everyday Luxury or to view The Power of Touch campaign, visit their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/AdeaEverydayLuxury or their website at http://www.MyAdea.com.

Explore Tibet Issues Tibet Travel Advice

Preparing for international Tibet travel can be daunting task, but careful planning can eliminate risks and hassles. Explore Tibet, a Lhasa-based travel agency, has put together guidelines for packing and preparing for a Tibet tour. Here are a few things to remember:

•     Pack light. Even for long trips it is essential to pack with a minimum of clothes and other supplies, because luggage will sometimes be carried by hand, possibly in steep or rugged terrain. One medium to large backpack or rolling duffel and a day pack should be enough for a 2-4 week trip. Explore Tibet suggests that travelers test the weight of their bags by packing them then carrying them several blocks. If they feel heavy it would be wise to remove non-essential items.
•     Tibetans dress conservatively and visitors should do the same. For men and women shorts are inappropriate, and jeans or skirts are recommended instead.
•     Travelers should be prepared to wash and rinse their own clothing. In the summer and spring the strong sunlight and arid environment dry clothes out quickly. Consider packing a portable clot women's coats online hesline.

Because of the high altitude, it's important to bring appropriate cold weather gear. Some areas of Tibet can get wet and muddy, so travelers should check with their agent about appropriate weather gear for their destination.
Essential clothing, basics:

•     1 pair of hiking boots or sturdy sneakers
•     Sleeping bag and insulation pad
•     Rain gear (waterproof pants and jacket)
•     3-5 t-shirts
•     1 lightweight fleece or wool sweater
•     2 pairs of nylon pants
•     5-7 pairs of socks (polypropylene or wool are recommended)
•     3-5 pairs of underwear
•     Wide-Brimmed Hat
•     Swimsuit (for hot springs)
•     Bandanas
•     Gloves
•     Scarf
•     Lightweight thermal shirts or long underwear ( recommended but not required)

Essential personal items, basics:

•     Towel
•     Sunglasses (very important)
•     Personal toiletries, including lotion, lip balm and sun block
•     Personal medication
•     Camera, batteries and film or digital memory cards
•     Adapter and surge protector
•     Cloth or tarp for ground (recommended but not required)
•     Personal music player
•     Journal
•     Binoculars
•     Money belt
•     Snacks (energy bars, trail mix, jerky and dried fruit are good options)

More details: http://www.tibetexploretour.com

Rather than carrying too much gear with them on an international journey, travelers should consider renting gear in-country. They should check with their agency about availability and fees.
Explore Tibet is a Tibetan-run travel agency focused on responsible tourism and sustainable practice.