The Dew Drop
By: Peter Hughes
As the sun rose, a dew drop became aware of its surroundings. There it sat on a leaf; catching the sunlight and throwing it back out. Proud of its simple beauty, it was very content. Around it were other dew drops, some on the same leaf and some on other leaves round about. The dew drop was sure that it was the best, the most special dew drop of them all.
Ah, it was good to be a dew drop.
The wind rose and the plant began to shake, tipping the leaf. Terror gripped the dew drop as gravity pulled it towards the edge of the leaf, towards the unknown. Why? Why was this happening? Things were comfortable. Things were safe. Why did they have to change? Why? Why?
The dew drop reached the edge of the leaf. It was terrified, certain that it would be smashed into a thousand pieces below, sure that this was the end. The day had only just begun and the end had come so quickly. It seemed so unfair. It seemed so meaningless. It tried desperately to do whatever it could to cling to the leaf, but it was no use.
Finally, it let go, surrendering to the pull of gravity. Down, down it fell. Below there seemed to be a mirror. A reflection of itself seemed to be coming up to meet the dew drop. Closer and closer they came together until finally...
And then the fear transformed into deep joy as the tiny dew drop merged with the vastness that was the pond. Now the dew drop was no more, but it was not destroyed.
It had become one with the whole.
Pete is the father of Erin and Lottie, a writer, a part-time juggler, a conduit of love and a bit of a poser when it comes to photographs. He enjoys hopping (left leg); overuse of the word 'absolutely' and waking up, thinking it is time to go to work, then realising it is Sunday.
© Copyright, 2010 Main Street Magazine/Rain Enterprises
As seen in the November Issue of Main Street Magazine.
Printed in Canada, ISSN: 1920-4299 by Rain Enterprises
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THE BIG EVENT
Celebrating Robin Barker's 50 Years in Hair
&
CD Launch of: WHAT ARE THE CHILDREN WORTH?
All words and music by Robin Barker
With an All-Star Live Band & Over 40 Models
Monday, November 15th at 8pm
Revival - TORONTO
All proceeds donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation
TORONTO - Robin Barker has been in the business of hairdressing for 50 years and is not only a master hairdresser, but a photographer and songwriter and at the age of 70 an avid exercise and golf-fanatic!
Quoted by Hair magazine as "the hottest designer in Canada" Robin Barker started his career in London in the sixties and was managing a salon within two years. He immigrated to Canada and became the head stylist of Caruso's Toronto salon and opened his own salon in 1971. During his career he has received many accolades and been featured in fashion pages and every major trade magazine in the world from Vogue to Italian Vogue. Known as "the Make-Over King", Robin was the stylist who gave Moses Znaimer, the co-founder of City TV, the idea for what has now become 'City Line' and hosted /produced his own television show called 'WOW! You Look So Good!'.
Although hairdressing has always been the forefront of his career, much of Robin's time has been charity driven. Robin has been involved with the Sick Kids Hospital Telethon and was also the motivational force to promote the Parkinson's Cut-A-Thon event nationally. For 20 years Robin was the chairman and founder of the Scissors Open, the Gus Caruso Memorial Golf Tournament, which was charity driven on behalf of the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Robin has produced a CD of his own original songs with all proceeds donated to The Stephen Lewis Foundation for children affected by AIDS in East Africa and as G.H.D. President in 1984; he is very proud of being the first in the beauty and fashion world to organize a show to raise money for AIDS - specifically, the AIDS Committee of Toronto, before "Fashion Cares."
The Stephen Lewis Foundation supports community-based organizations working to turn the tide of HIV/AIDS in Africa. Since 2003, they have funded more than 300 projects in 15 countries. These grassroots groups are the lifeline for their communities: they provide counseling and education about HIV prevention, care and treatment; distribute food, medication and other necessities; reach the sick and vulnerable through home-based health care; help orphans and vulnerable children access education and work through their grief; and support grandmothers caring for their orphaned grandchildren.
The musicians on the album were hand picked by Robin, mainly from the
Toronto jazz, R&B and pop community, and include; arranger and pianist
Waylen Miki, Juno Award winner Christopher Plock, Maple Blues Award winner Mike Ferfolia, Juno Award winner Brandi Disterheft (bass), U of T graduate Sam Mclellen (bass), Toronto's multi-talented musician Kenny Munshaw, Tony Quarrington (guitar), William Sperandei (flugelhorn and trumpet), Nathan Dell-Vandenberg (trombone), Kevin Clark (trumpet), Jerome Godboo (harmonica), the unforgettable Great Bob Scott (drums) and vocalists Liberty Silver, DK, Dave Statham, Elise LeGrow, De La Funk, Alex Pangman, Sarah Daye, Julie Michels, Sophia Perlman, Chloe Charles and Alpha Galates.
Robin Barker Hair'Sociates is located in Yorkville, Toronto. In 2009, Robin opened a "Signature Salon" at the glorious 240-room Rousseau Resort and Spa Marriott Hotel in Minett Muskoka, and will soon be opening two "Signature Salons" just outside of Toronto.
What's next? He intends to write a humorous autobiography- the names will be changed to protect the not-so-innocent.
For information visit www.robinbarker.ca
The Revival Club - 783 College St
Tickets: $35 advance $45 at door (includes FREE CD)
416 -960-5545 1-800-960-5545 info@robinbarker.ca
MEDIA CONTACT: For an advanced copy of the album / interviews contact
Cat Fawcett - Cat*PR www.catpr.ca cat@catpr.ca 647 895 4310
&
CD Launch of: WHAT ARE THE CHILDREN WORTH?
All words and music by Robin Barker
With an All-Star Live Band & Over 40 Models
Monday, November 15th at 8pm
Revival - TORONTO
All proceeds donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation
TORONTO - Robin Barker has been in the business of hairdressing for 50 years and is not only a master hairdresser, but a photographer and songwriter and at the age of 70 an avid exercise and golf-fanatic!
Quoted by Hair magazine as "the hottest designer in Canada" Robin Barker started his career in London in the sixties and was managing a salon within two years. He immigrated to Canada and became the head stylist of Caruso's Toronto salon and opened his own salon in 1971. During his career he has received many accolades and been featured in fashion pages and every major trade magazine in the world from Vogue to Italian Vogue. Known as "the Make-Over King", Robin was the stylist who gave Moses Znaimer, the co-founder of City TV, the idea for what has now become 'City Line' and hosted /produced his own television show called 'WOW! You Look So Good!'.
Although hairdressing has always been the forefront of his career, much of Robin's time has been charity driven. Robin has been involved with the Sick Kids Hospital Telethon and was also the motivational force to promote the Parkinson's Cut-A-Thon event nationally. For 20 years Robin was the chairman and founder of the Scissors Open, the Gus Caruso Memorial Golf Tournament, which was charity driven on behalf of the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Robin has produced a CD of his own original songs with all proceeds donated to The Stephen Lewis Foundation for children affected by AIDS in East Africa and as G.H.D. President in 1984; he is very proud of being the first in the beauty and fashion world to organize a show to raise money for AIDS - specifically, the AIDS Committee of Toronto, before "Fashion Cares."
The Stephen Lewis Foundation supports community-based organizations working to turn the tide of HIV/AIDS in Africa. Since 2003, they have funded more than 300 projects in 15 countries. These grassroots groups are the lifeline for their communities: they provide counseling and education about HIV prevention, care and treatment; distribute food, medication and other necessities; reach the sick and vulnerable through home-based health care; help orphans and vulnerable children access education and work through their grief; and support grandmothers caring for their orphaned grandchildren.
The musicians on the album were hand picked by Robin, mainly from the
Toronto jazz, R&B and pop community, and include; arranger and pianist
Waylen Miki, Juno Award winner Christopher Plock, Maple Blues Award winner Mike Ferfolia, Juno Award winner Brandi Disterheft (bass), U of T graduate Sam Mclellen (bass), Toronto's multi-talented musician Kenny Munshaw, Tony Quarrington (guitar), William Sperandei (flugelhorn and trumpet), Nathan Dell-Vandenberg (trombone), Kevin Clark (trumpet), Jerome Godboo (harmonica), the unforgettable Great Bob Scott (drums) and vocalists Liberty Silver, DK, Dave Statham, Elise LeGrow, De La Funk, Alex Pangman, Sarah Daye, Julie Michels, Sophia Perlman, Chloe Charles and Alpha Galates.
Robin Barker Hair'Sociates is located in Yorkville, Toronto. In 2009, Robin opened a "Signature Salon" at the glorious 240-room Rousseau Resort and Spa Marriott Hotel in Minett Muskoka, and will soon be opening two "Signature Salons" just outside of Toronto.
What's next? He intends to write a humorous autobiography- the names will be changed to protect the not-so-innocent.
For information visit www.robinbarker.ca
The Revival Club - 783 College St
Tickets: $35 advance $45 at door (includes FREE CD)
416 -960-5545 1-800-960-5545 info@robinbarker.ca
MEDIA CONTACT: For an advanced copy of the album / interviews contact
Cat Fawcett - Cat*PR www.catpr.ca cat@catpr.ca 647 895 4310
Fashion Sense - "How to Dress Your Proportional Body Shape & Flaunt it!"
There are 5 main body shapes which are: Pear, Inverted triangle, Rectangle and Apple. Last month we looked at the pear shape- and this month we take a peek at the Hourglass!
The Hourglass body shape, which is considered the most ideal body shape because of its pleasing, symmetrical proportions.
"How to Dress Your Proportional Body Shape & Flaunt it!"
An Hourglass Body Shape is considered to be the most ideal body shape because of its proportions, both upper and lower half are in line with each other. There is no "dragging point" in your frame.
What Does it Mean to Have an Hourglass Body Shape?
It means that both your upper and lower half parts have approximately the same width. Your waist is also defined.
You have the potential to dress like a luscious Marilyn Monroe or Italian movie-star!
When you gain weight, the fat usually stores evenly throughout your well-proportional curves.
The "Ideal" Body Shape
Your figure is considered to be the most ideal body shape because its proportional- your bust, shoulders and hips are in balance with each other.
In fact, along with Pear Shapes, your body is considered womanly because of the curves from the waist up and waist down. Many fashion stylists strive to create an hourglass silhouette on their clients!
Celebrities with an hourglass body shape:
Megan Fox, Salma Hayek, Scarlet Johansson, Halle Berry, Kate Winslet, Jessica Biel
How to Dress Your Hourglass Body Shape
Your best bet when it comes to dressing your shape is to flaunt your classic proportionate body shape by using your waist as a focal point.
Take a look at my fashion tips on how to get the most out of your body shape!
You’re Waist as Focal Point
If you particularly like your curves, nice breasts, pretty face, etc., take time to accentuate what you like with clothing and accessories that are showing them off -- by wearing a dress with deep neckline and fitted cut to enhance your curves. I wouldn't recommend it for everyday wear as it can attract unwanted attention. However, it looks fabulous on special occasions.
Your Best Pieces
Waist: Belts
Wide and skinny belts worn around your waist will accentuate your beautiful hourglass shape. Tip: The best way to wear a belt for your body shape, is wearing it around the thinnest part of your waist.
Flatter your shape, creating a smooth and sexy silhouette
Belted tops, dresses, sweaters, shirts, coats
Nipped jackets like trench coat elegantly flatter your body shape.
Almost all skirts
-- Pencil, A-line, circle, tiered. When wearing pencil skirt tuck in your blouse and accentuate your waist with a skinny belt
All types of jeans and pants
-- Flared, wide leg and boot cut will make your hips look slimmer because of the slight flare at the hemline. However Skinnys can enhance your curves.
Tip: If you must wear skinny pants or anything straight and tight (cigarette), balance the look with something loose-fitted or something that pulls attention back up again (chest, face). Skinnys tend to make your body shape look wide-hipped and bottom-heavy.
Jessica Simpson pulls it off with flared leg jeans paired with a black puffed shoulder shirt.
Katherine Heigl makes sure to balance her hourglass body shape by adding an oversized, light colour sweater and tan brown boots.
© Copyright, 2010 Main Street Magazine/Rain Enterprises
As seen in the November Issue of Main Street Magazine.
Printed in Canada, ISSN: 1920-4299 by Rain Enterprises
To find out how to receive your free copy of MSM check out
www.mainstreetmagazine.net
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