Air Jordan 1 Retro ‘Gucci’

Here's the brand new Air Jordan 1 Retro ‘Gucci’ featuring the iconic Green/Red/Black color combo. The leather built sneaker features a combination of Gym Red and Gorge Green colors on the upper, a White midsole with Red laces. Release date for the Air Jordan 1 Retro ‘Gucci’ is December 10th at Limited Edt, Singapore

Living in your world is like being at war... #YouthStories

(A teenagers poem to her step-father)

Dirty parasite, wish you could fly
Out of my life and into the night
Recurring nightmare, the ghost in my dreams
The reason I wake with sweats and screams
You think I can't see through you but no not quite
Vampire don't look at your reflection
Those with good heart can see your deception
Callous, cold hearted and childishly cruel
Dictator in your kingdom, people live by your rule
Product of your parents, to scared to be seen
Pity you couldn't of wiped their slate clean
Instead you continue to perpetuate this hell
The seeds you've scattered, become your shell
If I had one wish it would be to right your misdeeds
And give back the people their stolen needs
No hugs, no kisses, no love at your door
Living in your world is like being at war...

adidas x Big Sean ‘Detroit Players’ Sneaker

Had to repost this from  Highsnobiety blog, they're hot!
adidas has teamed up with Big Sean for this upcoming collaborative sneaker release. Dubbed ‘Detroit Players,’ the sneaker features a snake skin print and gold plated adidas logo and pyramids. The ‘Detroit Players’ sneaker was entirely inspired by hip hop super star, Big Sean, and will be released this Saturday, December 1st.
The sneaker will be launched exclusively at Puffer Reds, a 33-year-old sneaker &
lifestyle store located in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

A Childs Grief... #YouthStories

Its been 2 years now since I lost my dad, it was so hard finding out it felt like someone had punched me in the stomach it was such a big shock, I was a daddy's girl. I was only 14 when he passed away, the first couple of weeks I didn't know what to do with my life but then I started to get there not a day went by where I wouldn't think about him, but then something good happened I found out about my sister being pregnant I was so excited that I was going to be an auntie again, then I found out she was having a girl I was even happier because know I got the perfect nephew and niece in my life, another amazing thing I have in my life is that I have the 2 most beautiful cousins in the world ellie and kyle. When ellie came along I was so happy to have another little baby girl in the family and a couple of weeks later find out that I'm going to be the godmother to that child I couldn't be more happier.
I think of my daddy every day, but mostly on days like birthdays, farther's day and christmas. I do sit there and just think about him and the special memories we've had and how the world and I has lost a wonderful man and how heaven has gained a wonderful man.
Every night just before I go to sleep I look out my bedroom window and there right infront of me sits the brightest star and when I look at that star I know its my daddy wishing me good night, I say to myself that's my beautiful daddy watching over me.
Every night before bed I would  listen to his song by robbie Williams called 'angel' to get me to sleep.
The days I miss him most is when I'm having a down or upset day and just want him here to make me happy and to talk to my daddy he always new how to put a smile on my face. I go to his grave to visit him it does feel weird going there because I know that he is in heaven now and not with us, I feel bad when I don't go to the grave because he's my daddy but when I go there it makes me upset and brings back that day. I go there because it make me happy  knowing I visit him and knowing that grave is nice and tidy.
Life is hard and tuff most days but I know I have to be happy and make life good for my dad as he will be looking down on me and seeing me living life how he thinks I should. I wouldn't of got through these last couple of years if wasn't for the people that cared for me the most, friends and family. The person that helped me the most was my sister. I wouldn't be able to do anything without her.
Love you and miss u with all my heart.
                               
                                                'life's a climb but the views great'.
                            
                                                      R.I.P daddy :'( <3 Xxxx

Expressive writing competition for anyone in the Swindon area aged between 10-25 years.

                                                 © Copyright Funscrape

      How do you interpret this image?

Please write in your own words, a description to accompany this image.  Your writing can be a story, poem, actual description; anything you like, using no more than 500 words.

Competition closing date:  Friday 20^th December. Winner be announced on Sunday 22^nd December

The winner will receive a TYLP hamper full of various cool things donated by businesses and shops around Swindon. Including clothing, music, and toiletries worth over £300!!

Please email your writing accompanied by your full name and contact details to themystoryproject@gmail.com

Swindon residents only

Basso & Brooke x Cambridge Satchel Co. Bags Now Available

So in love with these, especially the one above. You can pre-order your special Limited Edition Basso & Brooke + Cambridge Satchel Company favourite bag here  But be quick, this is a collectible and exclusive item and only 100 bags per color will be issued!

Vans Women’s Holiday Collection

This Holiday, Vans presents a women’s accessories collection including some cute bags, purses and clutches in black and red. The Vans women’s Holiday collection is now available  from Vans.com

Benny Gold for Diamond Supply Co. Capsule Collection

 

Benny Gold has teamed up with Diamond Supply Co. on a capsule collection for Holiday 2012. The two brands present t-shirts, a snapback cap and also a matching crewneck sweater. All pieces feature a special collaborative graphic, created by Benny Gold.
The collection is now available at the Benny Gold SF flagship store and also in their online store.

source- highsnob

Nike Air Max 90 Essential – Black/Red

Nike release the brand new Air Max 90 Esssential, which features a black and anthracite synthetic and mesh upper, with contrasting Sunburst red accents.
Check for the Air Max 90 Essential Black/Anthracite-Sunburst at your favorite Nike Sportswear retailer such as Premier.  

Basic 1st Aid and CPR advice

I wanted to just write a small piece on 1st aid, how to perform CPR and just basic 1^st aid advice. It's only a few tips but If people read this post and are faced with a situation in the future, hopefully they can recall the advice featured in this post. Everyone should learn basic first aid techniques. You never know when you might need them - you could be at home, at work, at school or on holiday.

Whether it's a minor situation or something more serious, first aid knowledge will give you the confidence to act. You could be the difference between life and death.

Worrying 1st aid statistics!

• A survey conducted by DK for First Aid Awareness Week found there was a severe lack of knowledge and confidence about performing CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). Only one in ten people were willing to do it if they found a child on the street lying unconscious and not breathing.
•  In October 2010, the Resuscitation Council UK issued guidance that advised untrained bystanders they could perform chest compressions only on cardiac arrest victims.
• Fifty-six percent of those surveyed stated they would be more willing to perform CPR if they didn't have to give mouth-to-mouth and could perform chest compressions only.

CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a first aid technique that can be used if someone is not breathing properly or if their heart has stopped.
Chest compressions and rescue breaths keep blood and oxygen circulating in the body.
If someone is not breathing normally and is not moving or responding to you after an accident, call 999 or 112 for an ambulance. Then, if you can, start CPR straight away.

Hands-only CPR

If you have not been trained in CPR or are worried about giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to a stranger, you can do chest compression-only (or hands-only) CPR.
To carry out a chest compression:

1. Place the heel of your hand on the breastbone at the centre of the person’s chest. Place your other hand on top of your first hand and interlock your fingers.
2. Using your body weight (not just your arms), press straight down by 5–6cm on their chest.
3. Repeat this until an ambulance arrives.

Try to give 100 chest compressions a minute.
When you call for an ambulance, telephone systems now exist that can give basic life-saving instructions, including advice on CPR. These are now common and are easily accessible with mobile phones.

CPR with rescue breaths

Adults

1. Place your hands on the centre of the person's chest and, with the heel of your hand, press down by 5–6cm at a steady rate, slightly faster than one compression a second.
2. After every 30 chest compressions, give two breaths.
3. Tilt the casualty's head gently and lift the chin up with two fingers. Pinch the person’s nose. Seal your mouth over their mouth and blow steadily and firmly into their mouth. Check that their chest rises. Give two rescue breaths, each over one second.
4. Continue with cycles of 30 chest compressions and two rescue breaths until they begin to recover or emergency help arrives.

Children (over one year old)

1. Open their airway by placing one hand on the child’s forehead and gently tilting their head back and lifting the chin. Remove any visible obstructions from the mouth and nose.
2. Pinch their nose. Seal your mouth over their mouth and blow steadily and firmly into their mouth, checking that their chest rises. Give five initial rescue breaths.
3. Place your hands on the centre of their chest and, with the heel of your hand, press down by one-third of the depth of the chest using one or two hands.
4. After every 30 chest compressions at a steady rate (slightly faster than one compression a second), give two breaths.
5. Continue with cycles of 30 chest compressions and two rescue breaths until they begin to recover or emergency help arrives.

Babies (under one year old)

1. Open the baby's airway by placing one hand on their forehead and gently tilting the head back and lifting the chin. Remove any visible obstructions from the mouth and nose.
2. Place your mouth over the mouth and nose of the infant and blow steadily and firmly into their mouth, checking that their chest rises. Give five initial rescue breaths.
3. Place two fingers in the middle of the chest and press down by one-third of the depth of the chest. After 30 chest compressions at a steady rate (slightly faster than one compression a second), give two breaths.
4. Continue with cycles of 30 chest compressions and two rescue breaths until they begin to recover or emergency help arrives.

The advice below is provided by St John Ambulance.
Basic first aid

Stay safe
If there's been an accident, check that you're safe and that there is no further danger to the victim or anyone nearby. Don’t move the victim unless they're in immediate danger (i.e. not breathing).
Get help
If the person is seriously injured, seek emergency assistance first. Dial emergency services, or ask a bystander to call. 
Check for unconsciousness
Make sure the injured person can breathe properly. Gently shake the person’s shoulders and shout, “Can you hear me?” If they don’t respond, follow the ABC sequence:

• Airway
  Place one hand on the victim’s forehead and gently tilt their head back. Check their mouth for obstructions and lift their chin using two fingers only.
• Breathing
  Look to see if the chest is rising and falling, listen for breathing and feel for breath against your cheek. If they aren’t breathing, give two rescue breaths.
• Circulation
  Spend 10 seconds checking for signs of blood circulation, including movement of their eyes, attempts to swallow, and the colour of their skin and lips. If there is no breathing and no sign of life, they may have had a heart attack and need heart compression. If there are signs of life but they're not breathing, give the kiss of life. 

Control severe bleedingWithout sufficient blood, our brains don’t get the oxygen they need. To control external bleeding, first apply immediate, direct and firm pressure to the wound and elevate it above the heart, then wrap firmly with a dressing. Try to keep the injury elevated and keep it at rest as this helps to stop bleeding. Internal bleeding always requires urgent surgical attention: call an ambulance.
Look out for shock
The signs of shock include: disorientation; restlessness; trembling; pale, bluish-tinged, cool or clammy skin; fast and shallow breathing; and a reduced level of consciousness. Call emergency services or get someone else to do so and follow the ABC sequence above. It's important that the victim makes the best use of their blood supply. For this reason, do not pile blankets on the injured person: one is enough. If you can, raise the victim’s legs. Do not give anything to the victim by mouth.
Stay cool
It may sound simple, but panic won’t help the victim and could make their condition worse. So what can you do? Reassure the victim. Ask their name and tell them yours, and tell them you are going to get help. Don’t give them anything to eat or drink. 
Know the recovery positionWhat can you do if the victim is unconscious but still breathing and has a pulse? Turn them on their side, lift the chin forward to keep their airway open and place their hand under their cheek. This is known as the recovery position.

Michael Kors Sneakers!

Excited about this news- Micheal Kors launches its first ever Sneakers collection with some very edgy street-chic footwear. The collection includes a selection of high-top and low-top versions featuring burnished studs, gunmetal cap toes, quilted leathers and metallic details. The launch comes along with a new Sneaker campaign combining social media platforms, video and the brand’s lifestyle site, DestinationKors.com using the hashtag #JetSetGo.

Concepts x Nike SB 2012 'When Pigs Fly' Dunk Hi

 

 

Anyone that follows this blog, knows how much we love Nike SB and so I'm very excited to bring you a detailed look at the latest collaboration between Concepts and Nike SB.
The two have cooked up the Nike SB 2012 “When Pigs Fly” Dunk Hi. Inspiration comes from the 80′s flick Porky’s, the high top sneaker comes with a light pink premium suede upper, that is paired with a light grey suede on the tongue and blue laces. Final touches include the gum outer sole and of course the flying pig lace lock and a silver Swoosh, all coming nicely packaged in a “Shower Box”.
These will release on Black Friday, November 23 exclusively through Concepts in Cambridge at 6:00 a.m. A series of other goodies will be released along with the sneaker, including a skateboard deck, sweaters, hoodies, as well as caps!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pudsey's Day Out (Children in Need Challenge).

I had a lot of fun raising money for Children in Need. What did you do to raise money?
I was sponsored to carry a Pudsey teddy round with me all day and take pictures of his whole day.
I also raised money via a Facebook status. I told my Facebook friends that I would donate 50p on behalf of them for every like the status received. The status had 70 likes so this Friday I will donate £35 on behalf of them and a bit extra from me.

You can still make a donation to Children in Need by clicking here

Check out the pictures of Pudsey's Day Out below. he had a lot of fun!