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The radiant power of this amulet is the message inherent within it: to bring about greater inner and outer peace, love, and unity. The HOLOS design symbolizes Berman's understanding that we are One Humanity. Furthermore it expresses what physicists have been seeking as the origins and theory of our universe. It models the pattern of creation.

Precision Auto Service, one of Santa Barbara’s most trusted auto repair shops, is hitting some important milestones this summer. First, their shop is celebrating 16 years since opening its doors. That’s over a decade and a half of delivering on their promise to provide professional, honest, and affordable car repairs and maintenance, while making sure every customer leaves satisfied with the work performed. Furthermore, 2014 marks shop owner Dan Bousman’s 10th year running Precision Auto Service. His passion for the quality work has been clear every step of the way.

Delightful Mom Food, owned and run by Baking Enthusiast Danielle, proudly offers this muffin pan to help you bake amazing and appetizing gluten free muffins & cupcakes. The Delightful Mom Food Silicone Muffin & Cupcake Pan is sturdier, heavier and more durable than most other silicone pans available in the market today. Delightful Mom Food Bake ware is made of the highest quality and standards, easily exceeding FDA standards, and meeting much stricter LFGB (German) standards.

Reading is something we do on a daily basis that many of us take for granted. Learning to read simply goes hand-in-hand with growing up here in the United States, but unfortunately there are thousands upon thousands of teenagers and adults who struggle to acquire this highly useful skill. Going through life without this ability is crippling, to say the least, and can easily cause a cornucopia of issues down the road. Fortunately, one California educator developed a program 20 years ago that has been changing the lives of eager students all across the nation. SightPhonics is an online program developed nearly accidentally that has helped numerous students over the years learn how to read. Created for use with teenagers, its methods are professional, structured, and proven to work.

The beauty of jewelry is having a small piece of fashion to express your unique personality in a subtle manner. Adding a little personalization to something as simple as a ring can make a common piece more of a statement. Eternal Tungsten is a leader in the customization of rings to highlight the personalities and quirks of their owners. Customers can determine the symbols and engraving that make for great customized gifts or personal purchases. The extent of their collection surpasses other jewelers with their diverse selection and unique customization options.

A premier indoor/outdoor furnishing company, Cabana Homes, announces they are now offering interior design services to homeowners throughout the Santa Barbara, San Francisco, and surrounding areas. Cabana Homes has provided these communities and homes across the country with hard to find and one-of-a-kind home furnishings, textiles, and accessories from designers, manufacturers, and antique markets around the world. The company's interior design professionals help homeowners reimagine their living spaces, turning them from traditional to "traditional with a twist" with elegantly crafted, uniquely selected beautiful pieces of furniture. The interior design services are available in two options: In-Store Design Consultations and In-Home Design Consultations.

ParentSquare's mission is to help schools communicate easily and effectively with parents. Schools are encouraged to go beyond communication centered around logistics such as back to school night, early dismissals, forms and flyers that need to be completed, absences and late buses. ParentSquare incorporates communication about everyday learning that happens in the classroom, on field trips, on the playground and after school. Working with teachers across a diverse set of schools, ParentSquare learned that many hesitate to send messages home primarily because they are not effectively able to reach ELL families who do not speak English. Although teachers understand the importance of communication, they do not want to leave any family behind.

Publishing SOLO is pleased to announce that Get Healthier and Feel Better with Author Julia Loggins hosted by Dave Kirby on 1 Simple Thing has ranked as the number one podcast of 2015! This podcast includes an extensive four-part series covering the following topics: "IGNITE Your Inner Healer", "ENERGIZE Your Lymph System",  "BALANCE Your Acid and Alkaline",  "I Know What to Do, I Just Can't Do it!" The Interview covers the gut-brain connection and how transforming gut health can stimulate a natural healing effect on the body–brain system.

According to reports from cooperative statistical website City-Data.com, real estate values have surged by an estimated 65 percent in Santa Barbara and the surrounding areas over the last 15 years. While typical market factors play into this scenario, the current uptick could also be accredited to greater emphasis on local remodeling and high-end construction projects taking place during this time frame. This comes as no surprise to the staff of Wilhelm Architects who have been offering their services in the region for some time.

James Kahn has announced he is seeking funding for his upcoming feature film, Wrongside Bob. The project, written, co-directed, and co-produced by Return of the Jedi author James Kahn, is inspired by Kahn's own CD of roots music titled Man Walks into a Bar.

According to statistics published by the National Association of Home Builder's "Eye On Housing" Report, the market for custom homes is on the rise around the country. Although some may believe that choosing to build a dream home instead of purchasing an existing home is an unnecessary hassle, many recognize the value that an exclusive custom home can bring.

Safe Investment Strategies published a new, free guide aimed at those looking for safe places to invest sums of $100,000 or more. As so many investors today are faced with needing to roll over retirement accounts even while uncertainty plagues the equities and stock markets, finding secure alternatives is more important than ever. The new Safe Investment Strategies guide, available now at www.rebelmouse.com/howtoinvest100k/how-to-invest-100k-939770025.html, explores an increasingly popular choice in the form of precious-metals-backed IRAs and related investment options.

Top Ranked Divorce Lawyer, Dennis Merenbach, receives a distinguished award by Avvo Attorney Rating Service with the highest Superb 10 out of 10 rating. The highest possible rating distinction is a reflection of his ongoing commitment to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence. Merenbach was also recognized by Avvo with a Client's Choice Award.

Learn tips to avoid going to jail and finding bail bonds in Santa Barbara. The Fourth of July can be a time of fun and festivities. It's also when the police and sheriff deputies will be on heightened alert. Absolutely Affordable Bail Bonds will be there to help if needed.

While many remember (or don't remember!) the 1960s for its outward expression of peace, love and chance encounters with the unlikely, history now views this most fascinating decade as a turning point for America.

Those who have endured the dreaded appendectomy will attest to a week in hospital, a month of pain and one of the most uncomfortable experiences of their life. Two days after Jeff Farrell's appendix was removed, he was back in the swimming pool preparing for the 1960 Rome Olympics trials.

Columnist Hillary Quinn wants to help future brides in her article "75 Ways To Make Your Wedding Unique," Writing for the online wedding magazine "Brides.com" she recommends that future brides look to innovative ideas to make their own event special. Her tips include some recommendations that are relatively simple like asking musically talented friends to perform at a casual reception, or adding luggage tags to table settings at a destination wedding and at travel themed events. As with any wedding or engagement party design, she recommends that everyone consult with an experienced event planner to make one's special day as stress-free as possible.

This October the Santa Barbara Independent News Magazine has just released the results of their highly esteemed Best Of Santa Barbara reader's poll for 2014. The SB Independent's "Best Of" readers poll takes a survey of its readers in long ballot format, post mail, and electronically transmitted ballots questioning the Santa Barbara community about their favorite local companies, highest quality services, and most trustworthy businesses in Santa Barbara. This Independent News issue is an important article due to Santa Barbara being known around the globe as one of the world's top tourist destinations and listed on various publications as one of the best places to live, best places to retire, most expensive real estate communities, and even described by Forbes Magazine as "the second hottest metropolitan real estate market in the U.S." So if you are planning a trip to Santa Barbara anytime soon, this is the issue you want to read. The SB Independent's guide will help you find the hottest places that the locals love.

It is hard to imagine life without technology. Computers, mobile phones, tablets, and the Internet are an integral facet of most people’s daily activities, whether for professional or personal purposes. As more and more companies rely on technology to manage their businesses, with many transitioning to completely paperless enterprises, cyber security is more important than ever. Unfortunately, companies are becomingly increasingly susceptible to data security breaches. Hackers have managed to infiltrate an array of data systems, obtaining access to a great deal of sensitive information.

Joshua Milne has come up with the best of both worlds when it comes to surfing. His new Flying A Surfboards not only perform better than typical boards but are also eco-friendly, made from nature’s own balsa wood.

Online tech start up, ShipHawk, dedicated to making shipping easy for everyone, today announced its carrier network now supports over sixty national and regional carriers – including LTL, blanket wrap, small parcel, courier, and intermodal transportation providers such as Greyhound, Roadrunner Transportation, Pilot Freight Service and Justo Blanket Wrap Delivery Service to name a few.

Residents of Santa Barbara, as well as tourists, will be celebrating Independence Day on Friday, July 4th. It is a popular time to visit the beautiful beaches in the area. Absolutely Affordable Bail Bonds offers suggestions to be wary of the dangers of being incarcerated during the holiday. Most of the night clubs and bars in the downtown district are offering drink specials that will entice many to patron their establishments. There will be temptation to imbibe lots of spirits in celebration of American independence. However, one may lose his or her freedom if not careful. Santa Barbara Police officers will be out and about looking for potential trouble. In addition, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department have made sure to staff extra personnel at the jails.

spring season welcomes flower blooms as well as array of pests. Spring time brings out many rodents and insects to look for their new mates food and shelter. This search leads to our homes as well. When ignored it can lead to major infestation and make life hell. Before unwanted guests try to infest our residences hydrex pest control suggests using preventive measures to control pest entry.

They say ‘April showers bring May flowers’ — but it also brings in a wide array of bugs and rodents. To better assist families and businesses, Hydrex is providing completely free and obligation-free quotes for those seeking pest services this Spring.

Many residents of Santa Barbara will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day over the weekend. Absolutely Affordable Bail Bonds offers tips of being aware of potentially dangerous situations to stay out of jail and what to do if one is arrested. Many clubs and bars in the downtown area will be offering discounted alcoholic beverages such as whiskey, green beer, and other cocktails. Most are offering it during the entire weekend, not just the actual date of the holiday. Officers from the Santa Barbara Police Department are fully aware of the situation and are putting additional personnel on duty to ensure public safety. California Highway Patrol officers will also be vigilant during this period by watching the roadways and highways in the surrounding area. As such, there will be a greater potential of being arrested and taken to jail.

According to Mary Morrissey, transformational life coach, information is more readily available to the average person today than ever before. However, most people do not actually put into practice what they learn as a result of self-help books, videos and programs.

Absolutely Affordable Bail Bonds in Santa Barbara announces they will be available everyday during the Thanksgiving weekend. Finding someone to help during the holiday period will be easy. Their agents are going to be on call to assist those who get booked into jail and return them quickly to friends and family. They provide low rate bail bonds in Santa Barbara and also offer interest-free financing with affordable payment plans. Furthermore, those who require their services will discover that they make it fast and easy. The best part is they fact that they offer personal service for each individual case.