With the present quality of wigs available, styling your hair has never been simpler! There are a couple of tips and tricks to keep your wig putting its best self forward. Here are our top ten tips for styling wigs.

1. Water Bottle

Use a water bottle filled with perfect, cool water to gently spritz your wig while styling. Spritzing the wig with the water bottle and utilizing your fingers to style can assist with rejuvenating limp strands or smooth frizz without washing the entire wig while likewise eliminating friction based electricity. Most short wigs are not difficult to control utilizing only your fingertips, and longer wigs can be smoothed down with the hands also.

2. Never Brush a Wet Wig

Never brush a wet wig. It is at this point that your wig is weakest and most susceptible to damage. Brushing a wet wig can permanently stretch and damage it.

When brushing your dry wig, consistently utilize a brush explicitly intended to use with wigs, as normal brushes made for regular hair can pull on and harm the wig strands. Utilize short strokes on wigs with waves or free twists, as not to pull the twist out of the strand. For smooth styles, utilize long strokes with light tension. Utilize a pick brush to tenderly style curl twists to lessen frizz and oversee fly aways.

3. Wig Care Products

Only use styling and washing products intended for wigs. Never use items intended for human hair. Most regular shampoo and conditioner designed for regular hair will weigh down your wig’s strands, causing it to appear heavy and greasy. The use of wig-friendly mousse is an extraordinary way to hold your wig’s style. Work mousse through dry, smooth styles and gently brush for delicate hold. For wavy styles, apply mousse to hands and softly scrunch the style.

4. No Heat

Try not to utilize warmed styling devices with wigs that are not explicitly marked as “heat agreeable” or 100% human hair. Heat will harm manufactured filaments and can dissolve or consume them, demolishing the wig.

5. Reestablishing Style

To restore your wig to it’s unique style, wash the wig in cool water using shampoos and conditioners intended for use with wigs, and then air dry. This will permit the strands to get back to their unique state and give you a fresh start for perpetual styling conceivable outcomes.

6. More Volume?

For volume at the roots, brush or back brush the underside of individual layers, smoothing the highest point of the strands back as you go. For a light lift, utilize a wig brush to delicately lift the roots from the cap. Softly spray with a water bottle to set the style.

7. Cutting Your Wig

Indeed, you can cut your wig. Redo your look by having an expert beautician with wig trimming experience to trim and shape your wig. Make certain to get the beautician to cut the wig while you are wearing it for a look that is custom-made to your specific face shape.

8. Keeping Your Wig On While Styling

Wearing a jaw tie can assist with holding the wig set up while it is being trimmed or styled. This forestalls slippage and guarantees that you get your style looking perfectly.

9. Styling Bangs

Styling bangs on your wig requires a touch of artfulness. At the point when you put your wig on, position it somewhat underneath the normal hairline with the bangs generally pushed off of the face. To get volume in the bangs, brush them from the underside with a vertical stroke and let the bangs fall straight.

10. Decorate

Customize the vibe of your wig by adding scarves or headbands on top. Utilizing these frills can assist with adding shading and splendor around the face.

For further information, please contact the Wig Palace at 423-707-2946 or visit them one at thewigpalace.com.

Congratulations!  Your divorce has, at long last, concluded.  No more cutoff times to meet, papers to record, and no additional time spent. In any case, there are still actions that need to be taken care of to begin this next step of your life authoritatively. So start making a Post Divorce Checklist, a plan of specific things you need to finish after your divorce is concluded: 

Audit your Divorce Decree: 

While it could be the keep going thing at the forefront of your thoughts, you should peruse—and once again read—your divorce decree to make a rundown of things you and your ex-life partner need to fulfill. A large portion of these things can be finished in under a month, if not sooner. 

Drop Shared Services and Make New Ones 

Close every one of the accounts you share with your ex-partner immediately. Shared services that stay open can leave you defenseless against overdrafts or illegitimate charges on your credit cards. Indeed, even before you close these records, it is astute to open your own accounts and begin generating your own FICO rating. 

Update your Insurance Policies 

Since most couples bundle their auto, home, and life insurance coverage, call your representative to examine whether you can acquire your separate coverage. Also, these records might have your ex-life partner as a beneficiary, so make sure to update this information!. Remove your ex-life partner’s name from your medical coverage by telling your HR of the divorce. On the off chance that you have youngsters, former spouses’ protection plan covering them should have been previously examined and determined during the separation procedures. 

Make Another Estate Plan 

Make or update your will, trusts, and power of attorney orders to mirror your divorce. Moreover,  such estate planning eliminates the need for an attorney or relatives to make important decisions for you should you become unable to make them for yourself.  

Change Names on Deeds and Titles 

Quitclaim deeds are often used to move property between parties associated with a divorce. These will eliminate your ex’s name or yours from the home loan as indicated by the divorce decree. Additionally, change the titles of your vehicles to reflect new possession as indicated by the pronouncement. 

Change your name 

Assuming you need to change your name back to your previous last name, you should do so at the Social Security Office. You should bring an affirmed duplicate of the divorce decree and ID, like your driver’s license or passport. Your name should be changed back to your original surname on your divorce decree. Also, change your name on your driver’s license and passport as soon as possible.

Handling these things sooner rather than later can assist you with forestalling possible future issues. When everything is finished, you can, at long last, exhale, knowing that your post-divorce checklist is completed.  

For more information on what should be done after divorce, contact Logan-Thompson, P.C. at 423-476-2251. 

Your church might have reduced face-to-face administrations and exercises in light of the COVID-19 epidemic.  Nevertheless, there is no halting your church’s finances, contracts, and other monetary commitments. 

Astute church pioneers will need to be proactive and do everything they can to help their parishioners stay associated with the church, overcome this monetary crisis, and feel welcome to keep up with monetary assistance for the church. 

No activity or practice will guarantee the monetary steadiness of your church.  Nevertheless, deliberately setting up sufficient components will give a solid structure to manageable financial giving. 

Here are a few thoughts. 

1. CARES Act
The Paycheck Protection Program of the U.S. Government’s Coronavirus Relief Package offers credits to private companies (counting churches) to assist with keeping laborers utilized during this crisis. Here is the kicker: The credits do not need to be reimbursed as long as your church follows intently some patently straightforward rules.

2. Internet giving
In the event that your congregation has not yet gotten into on the web and computerized giving, the COVID-19 emergency gives a phenomenal impetus to do as such. In case you are as of now offering computerized giving, consider extending the alternatives. What administrations do your giving-administration organization offer that could furnish your gatherers with considerably more freedoms to give? The guideline is this: The simpler you make it for individuals to give, the more probable they will be to give. 

3. Incorporate “offering” through virtual services
Many churches are — shrewdly — going to virtual and live streaming services while limitations on movement and social events are in place. Strikingly, “offering” a piece of assistance is regularly discarded in the advanced form. This is a mistake. During the virtual service, incorporate an “offering second ” where you recount a story, clarify a service, or spotlight the mission of the church, and then welcome people to give a donation. Then, remind individuals how they can give. Utilize their focus by letting them know the church’s location to send checks, a website for internet giving, or a phone number where they can message or telephone in a gift and give them an opportunity to react, maybe by playing uncommon music. 

Don’t pressure people to give. Recognize that certain individuals who have lost positions essentially can not bear to give at the moment. Tell them that is alright and stay away from the “alarm card.” The frenzy card might get individuals to give only once, and not continue in the long term. Furthermore, over the long haul, it harms trust in the service and the giving of monetary contributions. 

4. Correspondence

Correspondence is perhaps the primary approach to church giving and not simply via those delicate suggestions to keep the donations streaming. Indeed, asking for monetary help should represent a small portion of the correspondence you send. Why? For some believers, Sunday service is their essential association with a church.  Communications through an assortment of media help members remember the church. When people feel appreciated, they are bound to react more positively to a solicitation for help. 

5. Snail Mail Requests

Advanced giving alternatives are a requirement for the 21st-century church.  However, a significant number of our more seasoned individuals are not technically inclined. Luckily, the U.S. Postal Service is still in business and will mail envelopes to any place you address them. An elegantly composed letter requesting that devotees make an ordinary or an exceptional gift will go far. 

Keep the letter energetic! Talk about the magnificent service that is occurring in the church and how the staff and members are proceeding with God’s main goal, even in troublesome conditions. Feature whatever web-based service prospects there are occurring within the church. Make it simple for them to give by including a post-marked, stamped envelope, so they can easily send in their checks. What’s more, in light of the fact that numerous seniors do utilize PCs and cell phones, audit your church’s computerized giving alternatives, as well. 

6. One-On-One Inquiring

The most probable individuals to give in a period of emergency are the ones who have the monetary ability to give as well as a solid obligation to the church. Who are these individuals? You should know: They are the ones who as of now give liberally. 

During this crisis, converse with the best ten or twenty providers and ask them for a unique commitment to assist with getting the church through the emergencies. As the head of the church, the minister or elder ought to in a perfect world be the person who makes the solicitation. 

Nevertheless, a regarded and believed head member of the church might also substitute. Even better, they could make the solicitation together! 

7. Request “Front-Stacked” Contributions

Each December as far back as you can recollect, many reliable individuals within the church have gladly and dependably made a considerable year-end gift. That is extraordinary! Yet, could the Joneses give their donation this spring all things being equal, during a time when your church dearly needs it? Welcome parishioners to make their contributions early. 

For further questions on how to keep parishioners giving during the COVID-19 crisis, please contact Chitwood and Chitwood at 423-892-4882 or find them online at chitwoods.com.

COVID-19 has caused a great deal of hair loss among many people who have suffered from it. As a result, a debate has risen between the use of hair extensions versus traditional wigs. Let us take a look at the various pros and cons.

Pros of Hair Extensions

• They look natural and often behave like natural hair
• One can swim with hair extensions and they do not need to be removed before other strenuous activities
• The hair can last up to a year if cared for properly.

Cons of Hair Extensions

• Hair extensions are extremely costly-in the Chattanooga hair extensions can cost up to $1,050 for the hair extensions, up to $450 for custom coloring, and possibly another $300 every 6-8 weeks for maintenance.
• Hair extensions cannot easily be changed without great expense and time.
• One’s real hair can be damaged by the extensions. Examples of damage include split ends and further hair loss.

Pros of Wigs

• Wigs can be purchased in different colors and styles. One can literally have a new hairdo every week.
• Wigs do not typically damage one’s natural hair.
• Manufactured wigs can be very affordable. In the Chattanooga area, top of the line manufactured wigs can be purchased for as little as $450 and can last up to a year.

Cons of Wigs

• Wigs can irritate the scalp in hot weather conditions.
• If not washed regularly, wigs can start to look older and frayed.
• Wigs should be removed before swimming, dance class, or other similar activities.

For a relatively inexpensive new look, wigs can offer a viable solution at a fraction of the price to hair extensions. While pros and cons exist for both options, wigs definitely offer a flexible and affordable alternative.

To check out wigs in the Chattanooga area, stop by Wig Palace at 5716 Ringgold Rd Suite 102 in East Ridge, or check out their selection online at thewigpalace.com.

The news and our personal conversations are now being fully monopolized by the Covid-19 virus. However, as believers, fear should never be our response.

It is one thing to have a healthy respect for illness and what it can do to our lives. We should do that – and be wise in preventive measures. However, the Bible contains three hundred and sixty-five references to God telling his people to “fear not.”

Because of our faith in a mighty God, we should be the people, “who keep their heads when all about you are losing theirs.” We should be a model to the world of how to respond.

We have put together eleven ideas for churches to consider during a time in which our communities are in a heightened state of fear and concern.

1. Plan for a realistic timeline: Unless things radically change, we are looking at weeks more of increased distancing and isolation. On the plus side, this gives us a planning window. Have special plans for September that include socially distanced get together or Zoom meetings.  Use October for a different focus. Sketch out your November with further engaging but safe church activities.
2. Minister to those with COVID-19: Make a plan for how you will minister to those who are sick. Many pastors are already wrestling with this. With distancing rules, consider incorporating phones, videos, and think about how to have care packages delivered. Many will get the virus and recover. If health experts assure us that the recovered have immunity (and if they are willing) those individuals with confirmed cases and have recovered may become the ones best equipped to encourage the sick.
3. Communicate hope, and report only facts: When our community is in a state of fear and uncertainty, we have a great opportunity for ministry. We have a marvelous opportunity to speak in terms of our hope and confidence in God through this season. Fear is a psychological, emotional, and spiritual battle. We have the opportunity to offer comfort. Additionally, be sure to communicate accurate information. Sources such as the CDC and WHO should be the ultimate source for facts. It is important not to spread misinformation unconsciously.
4. Consider economic impact: In these times of economic distress, members of our community may seek assistance and support from their local church. Counselors, support groups, and benevolence ministries are all opportunities for church leaders to become a resource. 
5. Know or find out who the community partners are in the field. This may also be an opportunity to establish a crisis needs fund. Many will be out of work and miss paychecks. Students who rely on school programs for meals will go without sustenance. If the need is wide enough, church leaders could ask for special gifts to serve the needs of people in crisis.
6. Take precautions to protect the vulnerable, and remember the lonely: Several churches are setting up task forces with medical professionals to announce slight changes. This is an example of a “Short Term Activated Team.” These types of action steps ensure your congregation is informed and shows them you are being proactive. Additionally, consider those in your church who may be lonely. Twenty eight percent of American households have only one person. People in these circumstances may have little interaction during these weeks. Develop a phone call routine. Enlist others to consistently help.
7. Go digital, and be creative: This is absolutely an opportunity to expand online efforts. Use simple streaming tactics, or pilot multiple online, digital communication strategies that keep people connected and encouraged. This first starts with worship streaming.  An alternative to investing in live stream equipment would be to partner with other local churches who have live-stream capabilities. Then, funds can be saved to serve neighbors facing economic hardship during this time. Furthermore,  be creative with the arts. It has been amazing to see many musicians do mini concerts online and via Facebook. Could one’s church team produce a five to seven minute encouragement online in this way? Build a special Spotify playlist of worship songs focused on God’s presence, healing, and salvation. Share it widely via social media. Consider a “daily dose” audio podcast that is a daily message of prayer, affirmation, and teaching (two to five minutes). Use Instagram and Facebook Live to stay in communication. Consider having worship leaders calling to play a song for someone who is sick.
8. Tap into small groups, and minister through the people: This is the time for small groups to shine. Let them figure out Google hangouts, Zoom calls, and other methods quickly. Encourage them to meet MORE frequently than normal. Give the leaders some slide decks to do some church announcements. This is a great opportunity to get people focused on caring for friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Ask, “As you find people impacted that we can serve, would you please let us know?” This reporting system could be met with the response of many possibilities. However, make sure to follow through with any promises made. False promises of help will discourage members who are eager to serve others. Be bold with sharing the gospel.
9. Teach about giving: During times of crisis, giving is undoubtedly affected. Use this as an opportunity to teach regularity in stewardship. Ministries still continue, and missionaries still need support, even if the church is not meeting regularly. Additionally, churches are still in need of loyal stewards who will walk with church members through thick and thin. Many churches are already utilizing online giving. This is a great time to remind one’s church how easy it is to set up and use. Prepare an easy step-by-step guide for using online giving as well as setting up recurring giving, and include it in daily communications.
10. Issue a mission of the day: Post on social media or the church’s website with a mission they can participate in each day. Bake something for a neighbor, write a note, give a neighbor one’s phone number to call if they are lonely. Place the note in a plastic bag or envelope and tape it to the mailbox. Serve those neighbors in some creative way. Then ask for reports of how this went for those who tried it.
11. Consider drive-in or drive-thru options: With the right set up and good social distancing, this could be a real possibility. This takes some creativity and work to set up but should be considered. Drive-in options can be utilized for prayer or for a large service (if you have the technology). Parking lots can be used as well as drive-in theaters or any place wide open that allows enough space.
12. Plan for pregnant women, kids, and families: Some church members may be pregnant with a child right now, so consider special touches to reach out to them. Perhaps organize a virtual shower through a gift list and zoom. Furthermore, with no youth sports or schools open – consider the myriad of opportunities with digital outreach for kids. These could include story time with a pastor at nine a.m. and an eight p.m. Bible lesson every night. One church said they are encouraging “family worship time” every night at a set hour with a broadcast for ten minutes that has a guided session for families.
13. Finally, pray for revival! Crises can also lead to reawakenings. Most people come to faith during a crisis, or at some turning point in their lives. This could be a marvelous harvest season if we respond not from fear but with compassion and boldness.