Kardashian Madness: What Keeps Viewers Coming Back for More

America’s favourite family have captivated fans since they first burst onto our screens in 2007, and have gone on to take the world by storm with their wacky antics and domestic disturbances.  Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney Kardashian have become household names in just a few years, and their original reality series ‘Keeping Up with the Kardashians’ has led to four different spin-off shows.  What is it that makes this family so appealing to the masses, and just how do the keep us glued to our screens each week?  Their appeal lies in each sister’s individual personality, and it is their feistiness and strong characters that occasionally lead to their entertaining disagreements on screen.

 

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Kim is arguably the most famous of the three sisters, and is without a doubt the subject of the most controversy.  After the infamous sex tape in 2006 she went on to star in her main reality show, as well as two spin-offs ‘Kourtney and Kim Take New York’ and ‘Kourtney and Kim Take Miami’.  She married basketball player Kris Humphries in 2011, only to file for divorce 72 days later.  Despite the setbacks Kim has managed to win the heart of the nation, and viewers cannot get enough of her unique brand of entertainment.  She is currently expecting her first child with rapper Kanye West, and fans wait with bated breath for the birth of this famous offspring.  Along with her sisters, she manages many different business empires including a clothing line, cosmetics range, her own signature fragrance, and endorses various products.

Younger sister Khloe has earned a reputation as the most outspoken member of the family, and her assertiveness even landed her a role as a host on the X Factor.  She is currently married to basketball player Lamar Odom, and they even have their own reality show entitled ‘Khloe and Lamar’.  As with all the Kardashian shows it is broadcast on E! Entertainment channel, so to stay up to date fans will have to subscribe to cable TV through a service such as CableTVAdvisor.com.   Kourtney is known as the quietest of the three sisters, and also the most intelligent as she holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts.  Kourtney fulfils the role of mother hen to her two younger siblings, and is often seen counselling them through various life experiences. 

Throughout all the drama and cat fights on the show, one thing that remains clear is that the Kardashians are an incredibly close family who genuinely love and respect one another.  The show’s format appeals to the hidden voyeur within us all, and we gain access to every bit of drama that goes on in the Kardashian household.  The fact that the main characters are strikingly beautiful, incredibly successful women only adds to their charm, and their unique brand of wisdom has led to more than a few funny moments on screen.  Whatever the secret to their success, the Kardashians will be around for many years to come, and E! network has already signed on to broadcast their series until 2015.

Smith is a retired family counselor who now loves to watch family-based reality tv. He shares his insights on family dynamics in showbiz by posting his articles on various blog sites.

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Two Events and Blue Lights

Blue Monday, I still have some blue lights that I captured two weeks ago at Ancol Park (Taman Impian Jaya Ancol, Jakarta, Indonesia).

Colorful lights. There are blue lights on the boat.

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Do You Search for a Dependable Rug Cleaning Company?

Many home owners love to place rugs at their homes since appropriate rugs may give elegant touches into the room at once. To keep your rug clean, fresh and looking good as new; rug cleaning and maintenance are the aspects that you should consider. It’s also important to know the right type of your rug since every type needs different care.

 

If your rug is a short-haired one; it would be easier for you to clean it. Just applying a steam cleaner onto your dirty rug may get it back into its perfect shape.  Long-haired rugs are possibly the most difficult kind of rug to clean; it’s caused by their long thready fibers which enable much dirt to be trapped inside.

Specially made rugs may also require special treatment. This kind of rug is commonly created from fine materials; it’s surely a masterpiece that you want to maintain forever. You should be careful in cleaning a bespoke rug; carelessly removing dirt on it with abrasive cleaners may damage your rug. So, to avoid any regret, it would be best to contact the trained people at a nearby Green Choice Carpet company. 

The wide experienced rug cleaning company that uses advanced green cleaning should be your choice since it will leave you with no worries to permit your kids and pets playing on the rug! Let the reliable professionals with their expertise help you to provide the best care to your treasured rug. 

 

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From Miss to Mrs. – A Hell of A Party!

It is the most cherished and sweetest dream of every girl, who since childhood wishes to have a magical dream wedding with her prince charming one fine day. And there is no better way to bring in this special occasion than to have the perfect bachelorette party for the bride to-be, who is on the verge of opening the most important chapter of her life, where she will be on a transformational journey of becoming a woman from being a girl, from being a Miss to Mrs. In just a matter of a single night! This metamorphosis ought to have the best kick- start!

The pre-wedding night is the most important eve for any woman. There are millions of thoughts running through her mind regarding the wedding, the preparations, her future, new life and commitment etc. even though she has been continuously working tirelessly from weeks to plan the most iconic event in her life.  Now the only solace she can have is in finding out that she doesn’t have to plan anything for the hens do (since it’s a gift from her girlfriends) but, just lose her-self, be laid-back and enjoy thoroughly experiencing optimum relaxation. This will help the bride to-be, to get some real peace of mind which is most essential for her to look glowing and fresh for her big day. At this point the bride cannot express her joy and excitement by this thoughtful gesture of her friends. Her blushing smile and the pride in her eyes for having such wonderful friends, who care and love her so much, will surely be worth watching.

The Bachelorette parties or Hen(s) Party or Hen(s) do; as they are popularly known around the world; is mostly conducted on a weekend before wedding. A date is selected well in advance for the big night out, to avoid last minute rush. This tradition has picked up tremendously in the last two decades, with the ever increasing party supplies and entertainment options brought by enormously varied companies and is conducted in honor of the bride, to raise a toast to the good old days of friendship and to bid adieu to her singleton status and say hello to the marital bliss. It is a night of crazy fun times, to do quirky things, to explore and do everything possible that would make the bride feel lively and young as ever. The memories of this night will be cherished by her for decades.

Typically the hens’ parties are filled with X-rated fun activities, games and entertainment all over the world depending on the likes and preferences of the bride and off-course her girl gang who are the party planners. It is the time to keep the booze flowing day in and day out. The nightclubs become the home of these petite beauties. They indulge selflessly in all the pampering and naughty stuff they can think of! From spending a day getting spoiled at the spa, to taking a limo ride to a favorite hotspot and getting flirty with the men; happily sipping the champagne and taking cues from all the attention showered on them. Some prefer the Las-Vegas style fun teamed with a stripper to keep them busy all night long doing unimaginable things, while others indulge in a retreat weekend getaway where they do some adrenaline rush fun sports and activities coupled with the usual wine tasting and exotic food spreads catering to varied palates. Yet, some maybe content with a slumber party at home with all the necessities and supplies to be fully entertained throughout.

It is the night before the bride says her vows; so it is assumed she can let all her, ‘wildest fantasies turn into reality’, before she walks down that aisle and will be the better half of her Man forever . A hen party when planned appropriately can be a perfect farewell bash to the bride.  So she can welcome the new beginning in her life joyously and whole-heartedly!

About Author

Peter Smith is the owner of henit.ie, Ireland's leading hen party company. Henit.ie have recently opened up a new hen party Accessories section on their website. They can now provide you with all your novelties for your weekend away. Follow Dean on twitter @ Dean_Gammells

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Truck Transportation Plays an Integral Role in Business Growth and Development

Business possibilities are a lot greater than they once were. Companies now have the capacity to tackle extensive markets, both on a national and global scale. They can also progress further into certain demographics by setting up subdivisions in the area or relocating based on current trends. However, none of this would be made possible without truck transportation services. You may have an idea, you may have the vision regarding where you want to take this, but only professional truck transportation can sew the seeds together for everything to work.

To begin with, you cannot ignore how the internet has opened the doors for products to be sold to more individuals than ever before. Most companies are embracing this, with the majority selling their goods all over the UK, and some even delving into the global market. Without truck transportation, how would your goods get delivered to your customers? Don’t forget about those products that are huge in size, such as cars or machinery. How else would they be transported?

In addition to this, the services offered by truck transport companies are extensive. There is a lot more to this than meets the eye. You can benefit from tracking systems, thus ensuring you are always aware of where your products are and if they have been delivered on time. And don’t forget about safety, there are vast insurance policies and alike implemented to ensure the security of your goods.

And don’t forget about truck transportation to airports. If you need your goods to reach global markets then they will need to be taken to one of the UK airports. On the other hand, you may need them picked up from there and delivered back to your factories. After all, you may need to get your hands on raw materials that are not available in the UK. Air freight trucking involves everything, including picking up, cartage, and deliveries. If you utilise the services of a top truck transport company then all of the particulars will be taken care of for you.

Furthermore, for companies to truly grow and succeed they need to set up in different locations. As your business picks up momentum you will want to open new offices or alternatively you may simply want to move to a new location in order to reap the rewards of a different demographic. Depending on the scale of your business, you may require extensive truck transportation in order to be able to do this. This is even more crucial if you are relocating warehouses.

And finally, through using these services you need not worry about all the added particulars. The company will have all they need to collect and disperse your goods effectively. For instance, they may utilise a gas forklift in order to lift certain products from your warehouse and transport them to their trucks. Imagine how much this would cost you if you had to take care of the full picture yourself.

It is quite easy to see that truck transportation holds a core role in all businesses and is now deemed essential for the progression and development of companies today.

Author bio – Anna Mathews is a qualified journalist. She recommends you visit this page if you want to find out more information relating to this article.

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