The downside to living alone.

Having been living the life of the bachelor for a number of years, I have been lucky to experience all the joys of the bachelor life and it has been great. I can watch what I like on the television without having any arguments, take a bath or shower without finding out that there is no hot water because it has been used already. I am in control of my home and my environment and very nice it is too. Well it is very good most of the time; however, there are certain times, when living alone is not so great and these are what I am going to look at in this article.

Researchers are always warning us that for the most part, accidents seem to happen in the home, so by living on your own, there is a risk that having an accident means that you are left to deal with it by yourself. Not only that but there are certain situations where being alone is not conducive to a happy and contented life and it is these things that can cause problems for any one living on their own.

The first problem is one that in all likelihood has affected everyone who either lives alone or has been left at home alone, at some point in their lives. Namely, being in the bath or shower when the doorbell rings, this is something that seems to happen on a regular basis and results in the dreaded dash for the towel in the hope of making it to the front before who ever it is, leaves. More often than not this scenario arises when you are expecting a delivery and typically if you do make it in time it often transpires that the person at the door is someone trying to sell you something.

Next up is moving furniture. This is something that needs to be undertaken by at least two people, especially if the item being moved is large, bulky or just plain heavy. This leaves you with the dilemma of trying to sweet talk somebody into helping you, be it friends, family or neighbors.

One of the most annoying problems is getting yourself locked out of your own home. If you have a neighbor who also lives alone who you can trust then may be it will be a good idea to swap spare keys in case this situation arises.

The problems linked to body modifications.

I was surprised to learn recently that a large number of people who have some kind of body modification go on to suffer with problems afterwards. In fact as many as 25% of people in the 16 to 24 age bracket who have had piercings end up with some kind of complication and need to go to hospital for treatment. Most of these problems come about because people have visited a place to get their body modification and it has not been completed properly or hygienically. Of course some people actually try to attempt the body modification themselves and this is another source of potential health problems that may lead to a visit to the nearest hospital.

So the best advice is not to attempt to do the body modification by yourselves as this can be very dangerous and make sure that you seek out a professional body modification expert to carry out the procedure for you. Better to spend a bit more money than to try and get it done on the cheap and risk your health and wellbeing.

The areas of the body that are popular with people include the nose, the ears, the tongue as well as the nipples, the eyebrows and the belly button.

Girls are more likely to get a belly button piercing however; this kind of piercing is not prevalent with guys, whereas, nipple piercing is more popular with the guys than with the ladies.

The most probable problems connected to piercings in the 16 to 24 age group are swelling, bleeding and infections, the tongue is the most problematical area for problems, closely followed by nipples.

These are the areas that need to be looked after in order to keep yourself healthy and avoid the health problems associated with body modifications.

The difference between the bachelor life and the married life.

Living a Bachelor life means that men can take pleasure in being free of pressure, because men are not fastened by responsibilities that come with being married. Those who are bachelors but still live with their parents are probably the ones who have the least amount of responsibility as all things such as food preparation and the payments of bills are usually carried out by the parents.

With a bachelor life free of responsibility you do not have to worry about certain decisions such as quitting a job you no longer enjoy and waiting around for a better one, this is because you can relax at your home without the problem of being evicted by your landlord for not paying your rent. The problem with doing this whilst being married is that your lack of employment may well be a major concern and worry for your spouse and may well lead to arguments and recriminations, something that a bachelor does not have to worry about.

There are some concerns associated with bachelor life such as losing contact with some of your friends when they decide to get married themselves.

When living the bachelor life you do not need to worry too much about what you want to do with your time, you can visit the nearest bar when you want see your pals whenever you like and when you go to the movies you can watch what you want. However when you are married you end up spending less time doing what you want a more time with your family either that or risk the wrath of your partner. All of your time is going to be spent attending to the needs of your family and making sure that they are healthy and well so the difference between being married and the bachelor life is great.

More extreme body modifications

Recognized universally as tongue splitting this extreme body modification sees the tongue divided in the middle which creates a forked tongue appearance and this is typically completed by laser surgery or by the use of a scalpel.

Another extreme body modification is the procedure known as corneal tattooing which involves the eyeball being tattooed, ouch! In my opinion eyeballs and needles do not are not a perfect match but a number of people clearly disagree. The process is often performed by using a traditional tattoo artist’s needle. The eye is kept open at the same time as the color is introduced straight into the cornea.

Another extreme body modification that involves the eye is the placing of a tiny piece of jewelry into the eyeball and this has been heavily criticized by doctors across the globe. Some have called it “invasive surgery” and it is accepted wisdom that it originated in the Netherlands a few years ago.

In a similar vein to human branding scarring involves a design being carved onto the skin so that as soon as the wounds restore to health they will have produced the design requested. As you would have thought the procedure is a great deal more agonizing but people who have gone for this kind of scarification have told stories in relation to how this kind of scarring is becoming more personal to them and others and to a certain degree more representational of their personality.

A much more rare kind of body modification has seen a number of people have begun to have operations on their ears to turn their human ears turned into those of a mythological elf. This restructure is accomplished by a cautious dissection from the peak of the ear which is then reinstated by a specifically created flap that has been fashioned from the cartilage and skin of the person undergoing the procedure.

To be or not to be a bachelor

At the same time as some guys are ordained to tie the knot and bed down to a straightforward and simple domestic life, there are sufficient men around who are comfortable leading the bachelors life. These are the kind of guys who are quite comfortable going to the movies on their own, with the added benefits of being able to chose which movie they want to see.

An additional benefit of the bachelor life is that if you want to spend time in the local bar with your pals then you do not have the problems of trying to think of a suitable excuse to tell your wife when you come home late.

There is a negative aspect to the bachelor life needless to say ands that aspect is that as your pals decide to get married and settle down with their families, you may find that the amount of friends you have gets smaller. On top of that you will probably find that their wives or girlfriends will try their hardest to set you up with one of their friends!   

Living the bachelor life is not something that you need to feel bad about or ashamed of it is your lifestyle choice after all, however, if you have decided that the time has come to find yourself a mate, then in order to stand out from the crowd you will need to take care of your appearance. Hit the gym, go for a swim or a run and as well as getting you fit they are also a good way to meet members of the opposite sex.

Whatever you decide to do, whether you wish to remain living the bachelor life for a little bit longer or you are leaning towards trying life on the opposite side of the fence make sure that it is your choice and not somebody else’s.

How I adjusted to bachelor living

I am a bachelor although I was married in the past and it lasted 21 years before I called it quits.

Although, I did not anticipate the myriad of problems that I came across with the transition from married life to being single I do have a preference to being a bachelor. On the other hand, there were a few complications to bachelor survival that I would have to surmount in advance of affirming myself to be independent.

 To begin with, there was the cooking as my ex had been an exceptional preparer of meals who cooked balanced, beneficial and wholesome meals, but now it was down to me to decide what to consume.

 Like most single men tasked with bachelor survival I eat whatever was the fastest and simplest to organize. Consequently my trusty microwave developed into a very important bachelor survival apparatus in my home.

It was soon obvious to me that this was not the long term answer to my problems so I decided to shack up with my brother and a friend and they do all of the cooking. Obviously their cookery expertise is not as good as my former wife's, however; they can still top my best efforts.

The next hurdle to bachelor survival is laundry. I used to deal with my own laundry even before marriage so that was not too much of a problem although some men may find it a chore to far. 

The final thing is of course the cleaning of the house but we share that equally amongst the three of us, it does not take long to use a vacuum cleaner and a duster after all.

Would I get married again in the future? Not a chance. If you want a happier life then just find some friends and arrange to live with them.

The bachelor life for me?

Having not had the experience of being a bachelor for quite some time, I was recently given the chance to rediscover the joys of bachelor living when my wife and child went away to visit relatives in another part of the country. I was not a particularly good bachelor when I was younger so I was determined to make the most of my week of bachelor freedom. But with this new found freedom I felt like a fish out of water, I was not used to being on my own so how would I spend the whole week? Previously I would have spent ours in front of the television watching the sports channels, drinking beer and I would only leave the house when I had to go to college or buy more supplies. 

The first day was straight forward, I had to work during the day and the evening was spent in front of the TV with –yes you’ve guessed it – watching the sports channels, and I did not get to bed until after midnight.

Old habits die hard it seems so I made plans to do something more productive the following day I arranged to meet with a friend and go to the movies. Okay that is not too dissimilar to watching TV but hey it got me out of the house for awhile and besides we did end up going to a bar afterwards for a couple of drinks.

By the third day I was actually getting rather bored with being on my own and I was beginning to miss my wife and child. The last few days I spent in front of the TV or down the pub and I certainly will not long for the single life once my partner returns, for one thing I could not afford the amount of money I was spending on trips to the pub or the movies.

The pros and cons of bachelor living

Even though a number of guys are fated to wed and find a female companion to enjoy an easy and uncomplicated domestic existence, there is an abundance of guys around who are quite satisfied in leading the life of a bachelor. These are the kind of guys who are more than happy to visit the movie theater on their own and enjoy the benefits of being able to choose whatever movie they want without the problem of a girlfriend wanting to watch the latest turgid rom-com.

An additional advantage of bachelor living is that if you are free to go out to a bar with your friends whenever you like without the problem of coming home to a nagging wife asking you why you have returned so late and so intoxicated with liquor.  

Not surprisingly, there is a disadvantage to bachelor living as on the other hand you may well discover that your group of friends diminishes as the other guys in your group all begin long-term relationships and end up getting hitched. Therefore your opportunities to socialize may start to become less and less in the future and you find yourself on your own more and more.

Living the life of a carefree bachelor is not something that is a problem until you discover that maybe you want to try things from the other side. However, if your bachelor living consists of sitting in front of the TV all day then when it comes to finding a partner you may very well need to spruce  yourself up a bit. Go to the gym and take care of yourself, but do not just concentrate on your body but also try and improve your appearance and mannerisms and even try to learn a new hobby or go to an evening class to improve your mind.

Body plug material options

Body plugs are a kind of earring that have a big diameter and are used in stretch piercing, a number of body plugs used these days include flesh tunnels, ear plugs as an example. These tunnels are typically inserted into an earlobe that has been stretched through a process known as “gauging”, this is when a normal ear piercing hole is made bigger by inserting bigger and bigger inserts. Body plugs serve the same function as earrings or any other kind of decorative piece that is used for body modification and they are not exclusive to the earlobe, they are being used in other areas of the body as well. There are a large number of designs of body plugs being used these days and here are some of the more popular ones.

Glass is becoming a more and more popular choice when it comes to body plugs because they are versatile and they do not usually cause an allergic reaction.

Wood is a fantastic body plug and organic too, the downside is that they have to be lubricated on a regular basis in order to stop them from drying out.

Silicon is another type of body plug that is fast becoming one of the most versatile and popular kind of body plug as it is very malleable and so they are a lot easier to insert into the earlobe or other body part. Silicon being a porous material needs to be kept lubricated and oiled before insertion.

Finally there are body plugs made from bone, these are a good choice as they can be sculpted into a number of different shapes and styles. Some people may be allergic to bone body plugs however, and so they are not suitable for everyone.

There are other materials used to make body plugs and these include titanium and stainless steel and these are just as good as the ones listed above.

Being Proud Of Your Body

People give me strange looks all the time when I am out, but I don’t care what they think. I know why they stare. I’m always in my tanks so I can show off not only my great muscles but also my kick ass tattoos. I’ve been getting them since I was a teenager. The first couple I did on my own. The older I got the more elaborate I wanted my designs. I now have sleeves on my arms and my back is entirely covered. I decided that I wouldn’t just put simple designs on my body but that I would tell a story when it came to going through with my body modifications.

I treat my body like a huge work of art and I keep adding to it. I have different pieces that are in memory of different family members that have passed on, my military service, and my little girl. As macho a guy as I am, having a constant reminder of my baby girl on my arm, is something that I had to do. Sure people don’t get how I can have skulls, while animals and other designs next to my daughter but hey, it is all art to me and I love all of it.

My buddy, after he saw all of my tattoos, decided that he may get a couple of his own. He has a couple of scars that he wants to have covered up and tattoos are great for that.  He is considering getting a memorial to his time in the military and I think he mentioned getting a dragon. I told him, once you get your first tattoo it can become an addiction. I don’t know anyone of my friends who have tattoos that stopped after getting the first one.

Getting tattoos done definitely takes a lot of time, effort, and expense. I’ve known people that have had to get their large tattoos done in steps because of the sheer size of them. One of my guy friends got a mythical design on his back, first he had the outline done, then he went back on a couple occasions for the colors. All I know is once I started, I couldn’t stop, and I don’t care what people think.

Body Modifications: a Man’s POV

I had never been someone to consider any kind of body modification. I stuck to that until my buddy got me to get my first tattoo years ago on a dare. We had made a bet on a football game and I lost.  I had to be macho, suck it up, and get that tattoo. Little did I know, that dare would be the start of a near obsession for me. Years later, I have not only that tattoo, but also I have many more. My entire back is covered in them. People tend to look at me like I’m a freak or something. I don’t give a damn what people think.

About a year ago, I added to my body modification obsession and started to get body piercings. I started out getting my nose, eyebrow, and ear pierced. I have seen some of my friends that hang out at the bar with their ears stretched and have decided I’m going to start doing stretching mine. I have already started the process. It will take time to get to the size I want; I am not even sure what size I want to go to yet. I’m at a 16 gauge right now. The process is taking some time, but I sure don’t want to hurt my earlobes by trying to stretch them out too fast.

I met this guy once, who had tried to stretch his ears too fast and he ended up with a serious tear in his skin. It looked damn painful.  I have sure done my research on getting my ears stretched though.  I have to be careful what sort of materials I use for my gauges. If I use the wrong kind of material for stretching, or insert a porous body plug in my ear before it is fully healed I could get a serious infection. I am so not about getting a nasty infection in my ears. I have found a website that offers some incredible body plugs. I’m leaning towards getting some new concave black onyx stone plugs or gun metal hematite plugs.  I’ll figure that out once I get to the size I’m after.

Bachelor survival guide

As I am nearing my 28th birthday I am now in possession of the know-how and experience to make the most of a quiet bachelor lifestyle.

In the beginning I had my mind set on being the same as everybody else, namely finding a good women and settling down and becoming a father, a loving husband, but I was totally unprepared for the difficulties that I would face as a teenager and a young adult.

The problem was that I expected that the women I met would treat me in the same respectful way that I would treat them, but I was wrong. Although some did a lot of other women did not and I began to realize that a large number of them were devious and not entirely truthful about their attentions. This caused me a lot of hurt and confusion for a number of years as well as the financial impact of all these failed attempts at forming a long-term loving relationship.

After making mistake after mistake for the past decade I finally decided to start a new phase of my life, one that does not include ever settling down with one woman and starting a family, but one that means that I stay single and stay in control of my destiny.

I am more than happy to leave the old me behind, the part of me that wanted all those things as a teenager and young adult that I wanted no longer interest me. Looking back I can see that I was never really that contented in any of my past relationships, so what is the point of starting another one?

Being in control of my own life and setting achievable goals in life and obtaining those goals are going to give me a much more real sense of achievement and happiness than any women could ever hope to achieve.

Live a Fruitful Bachelor Life

                                      

There are very many reasons associated with being a bachelor. Some men live the bachelor life out of their own liking while others are driven by experiences and circumstances to becoming bachelors. The bachelor life is associated with a very care free and irresponsible life which does not necessarily need to be true. A bachelor never uses the frying pan nor does he do his laundry or dishes. A bachelor has no set of rules related to life. Most of the bachelors love this life and have a phobia of letting go this life for a committed life governed by rules and responsibilities. All in all you can be a bachelor for whichever reason and enjoy your bachelor life by laying out a lifestyle trend that is much involving, happy and adventurous.

The first and very important step is to get involved in a physical activity that you love. You can get involved in a sport or a game that you love. Physical fitness does not come with weight loss only. Physical fitness is not meant for those who want to loose weight only but to all who want to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Rather, you can enjoy the activity and fresh air as you participate in the physical activity. Another important step that you can take to improve on your bachelor life is organizing your house. A bachelor is associated with a messy house, dirty floors and a much disorganized house. It is of essence you shed that impression and organize your house and make it neat. It pays especially when a visitor pops in and finds that you have a tidy house different from the perception of many.

Getting involved in an activity that you have always aspired to do. You can learn a new sport or join a new club. With this you will have stepped out of the borders related with the bachelor life. By taking up such a lifestyle you will be leading a happier life focused on your own growth rather than pleasing the people around you. Any time the name bachelor comes up a negative thought comes with it and it is essential that you shed the tag and live your life to the fullest. It is possible to live a responsible bachelor life full of life. When you focus on personal development you get relationships coming your way which can end up to a fruitful marriage.

Myths Surrounding the Bachelor Life

                             

There are a number of mysteries surrounding the bachelor life. Many people also have had misconceptions about the same and the bachelors are lowly rated as losers in the society especially by the women. Do not think that because one is a bachelor he is not involved in any relationship. That is wrong because the lack of a marriage certificate should not be used to rate one as a bachelor. Bachelors have a unique lifestyle consisting of various attachments and hobbies. This lifestyle is always unique and through one way or the other it becomes an attraction to the ladies due to the unique and free lifestyle without any attachment it comes with. Many single ladies are always on the line trying to woo the bachelors out of their lifestyle to get hooked up. On the other hand, women have a very negative perception on bachelor life and they believe some men choose the lifestyle because they can not woo a woman or they fear commitment and responsibilities that come with marriage to a certain extent. The perception is because of the distance and caution the bachelors keep over the single ladies to avoid snares that can come with it.

It is not understood where the myth of bachelors living for few years than the married men came from. This is not a certified claim with neither grounds nor facts associated with it. The married and those who enjoy the bachelor life have the same mortality rate. It is not in order to claim that bachelors have very many health and social problems. These are unsubstantiated claims aimed at tainting the image of the bachelor life. Although research has been conducted on the claims, we have no statics to back the claims because the divorced hide under the bachelor’s umbrella. Another myth surrounding the bachelor life is that they are immature in their social life thus they are not hooked up .Their bachelor life is based on being a social misfit who has had issues with his social life which is not a fact.

All these myths cloud over the bachelor life and any time a bachelor comes along the way there are very many questions that are brought up of his status. The claims and negative myths are not substantiated and have no facts seconding them. Most of these are myths brought about by women who have a negative attitude of the same. There is nothing to worry about for the myths have been with us since time in memorial.

Do not allow water damage to affect your lifestyle

Water damage should be taken seriously and if dealt with quickly enough it should not affect your lifestyle too much. All of your personal possessions and more importantly your home can be restored to its former glory through the process of water damage restoration. 

A professional water damage restoration company will inspect your home and tailor their restoration process to suit your individual needs and this can range from drying carpeting to having to renovate the whole house.

If your home has become the victim of flooding then the renovation process needs to start with freeing your house from the flood waters. Once this has been completed then you need to take stock and inspect your personal belongings for damage, keeping your furniture and valuables will depend on the severity of the damage. If the cost of repairing the item is more than the item is worth then you will need to replace the items with newer ones.

One of the main dangers to your home is structural damage caused by the water seeping into cracks and weakening the structure and this will need to be dealt with by a professional water damage restoration company.

Removing water and moisture from flooring, carpeting and the walls is not an easy task and can only be completed by using professional water removal equipment and expertise you can’t hope to dry out carpet and curtains by hanging them out in the sunshine. Even if you do manage to remove the moisture but it is unlikely that it will look like it did before the water damage incident took place.

Water leakage can get into all kinds of places and damage electrical appliances and wiring, if you suspect that water has got into electrical equipment or wiring then do not attempt to tackle it yourself as this could result in electrocution and death. Make sure that you use the services of a professional to deal with the problem instead.

Even a minute quantity of water may bring about a huge amount of damage if it’s overlooked. If you require a comprehensive refurbishment job, it will be a good idea that the job is handed over to water damage renovation companies who are qualified and prepared to cope with water damage calamity situations. Don’t waste any time the more you delay the worse the problem will get and the more money it will cost you.

Is Single Life a Better Life?

When a long term relationship comes to an end, it can be difficult to adjust to a new bachelor life. For me personally I have found that although being single is a massive change, it has plenty of benefits which lead me to believe that the single life actually is the better life for me. I actually recently read a report which said that 43 percent of adults in America are enjoying the bachelor life citing benefits such as career flexibility, social freedom and extended personal time with fewer distractions.

 Married life is great when it works. However, marriage, and indeed any long term relationship, brings with it lots of distractions both from personal time and from work. There is the constant need to consider someone else. Can I work late or will the wife be annoyed? Can I go for a drink with the boys after work or has my girlfriend made dinner reservations? None of this matters when you are                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               single. You are living your own life and can take control of it. The same goes for career options. If you are working towards a promotion or to a dream job, often you need to put in long and sometimes unsociable hours. If you are unattached then this can be easier as there is no balancing act between work and relationships. If I had to I could pick up and move across state for a  job, knowing that I wouldn't have to worry about anyone else.

 Now I am not saying that no-one should ever get married. In fact when I got married it was exactly what I wanted at the time. However, for right now it seems that the single life is right for me!

A guide to earlobe stretching

Hey guys are you thinking about some kind of body modification in the near future? Maybe you have thought about getting a tattoo, or a piercing somewhere on your body, but have you considered the body modification known as ear stretching?

 

You may not be aware of ear stretching but it is a type of body modification that has been around for centuries and has been practiced across the world by people from all walks of life. In fact ear stretching has even been discovered to have been practiced in ancient times with mummies being discovered with stretched earlobes! The kind of materials that were used to stretch earlobes back then include, stone, wood and bone, which were carved and sculpted specifically for ear stretching, however even other items were used such as seashells, teeth and even claws.

So now that I have fueled your interest in earlobe stretching you are probably wondering how you go about it and what it entails. Obviously you will need to get a standard ear piercing first, and then wait for this to heal, and then you can begin the stretching process, which is also known as gauging.

The standard size to start with is usually 0.8 to 1.0 millimeters in diameter, although you can sometimes start with a 1.2 to 1.3 millimeters.

Once you are under way you can begin to use larger and larger gauges until you get to the size that you require.

Here are a few tips to help you with your ear stretching body modification.

Firstly don’t begin the process until the original piercing has fully healed as it will be too painful to endure as well as being at risk from infection.

In order to prevent infection it is a good idea to use an anti-bacterial soap to wash your earlobes before and after inserting the gauge. Also try soaking your earlobes in a solution of warm water and 3 tablespoons of salt to further reduce the risk of infection.

Rotate the insert every day in order to prevent the insert from sticking or crusting over, and never try to make the process shorter by skipping a size, as this can cause significant damage to your earlobes.

Painting your Wooden Wall Panels

If you are using quality paint to paint your wooden wall panels, it always appears an easy task. The only hard job comes in while you are removing the paneling but then nothing is so hard as long as you need some good outcome in the job that you are doing. Always remember that there is nothing good that comes out easily, you really have to work hard for it. If you are looking forward to do some painting, it is important that you first prepare the surface by dusting it thoroughly. It should be clean and dry, ready for the paint.

While you are doing the cleaning, it is important that you use a good solution that will enable you to have ease in your work. The solutions that you are supposed to use are like sprays. Use of sprays on the wooden wall panels some minutes before you start cleaning helps in faster removal of dirt. After that, take a sponge and rub the surface wiping all dirty areas off. Make sure that you take good care of the electric switches on the wall to avoid the risks that can be caused by electricity. It is even much better if you switch off from the main switch.

After you are done with the cleaning, it is better if you leave the wooden wall panel to dry for some time before taking the next step. The next would be none other than priming the walls; it helps in putting away all the parts that may appear to have stains on them. Do not forget to test before priming since it would help you be sure that the cleaning was thoroughly done. The way of testing is by simply put a tape test and if you find spots on it, know that more cleaning is done.