Make Up Brushes and How To Take Care of Them

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Let's talk about make-up brushes.   I firmly believe that a good make-up brush makes a ton of difference in how your face looks.  A good brush blends better, picks up more eyeshadow without scattering it all over, and makes your powder or foundation look nice and flawless.   However--good brushes can get kind of expensive, … [Read more...]

The Bachelor — Hometown Dates

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This week was the much anticipated "Hometown Dates" episode.  I have to say that I found this episode a little boring.  I guess the women are much more interesting when they're crying in hot tubs and fighting for Ben's affection.   However, a few interesting things did happen (but no hot tub crying...boo).   Let's … [Read more...]

Meal Plan 2/20 – 2/24

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It's Monday...are you ready to get your cook on?   Thankfully, Shelly and I will be at the Blissdom conference this week, thus making us exempt from dinner cooking.  I shudder to think what the boys will be eating in our absences (squeeze cheese?  Beef jerky?), but if I WAS here this week, this is what I'd be … [Read more...]

The Night Circus

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  Awhile back, I posted on my Facebook page that I was reading The Night Circus.  There was a lot of feedback--some positive (LOVED it), some negative (HATED it), and some curious.   So, I thought I'd give my own opinion of the book for those of you who haven't given it a try yet.   Personally, I loved it.  There are some … [Read more...]

Whatta Man Monday ~ The Vampire Diaries Edition!!

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I have a new Netflix addiction.   It's the Vampire Diaries.   Ah mah gah, have you SEEN that show?   Well.  I've been watching it for a week straight and have totally fallen in love with a fake vampire.  It's disgusting.  I'm a 32 year old housewife who is too old, boring and attached to be dreaming about some … [Read more...]

Cocktail Friday ~ Girl Scout Cookie Shooter

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It's Friday -- need a shot?   If you do, you're in luck because this one happens to taste amazing!!  Just like a chocolate mint cookie.   But it's liquid.   And has alcohol in it.   Want the recipe?  (you do you do)   INGREDIENTS 1/2 oz Kahlua 1/2 oz Bailey's Irish Cream 1/2 oz … [Read more...]

The Bachelor ~ Episode 6

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This week's episode opened with the girls flying in a tiny death plane to Panama City.  I don't really know what it is with The Bachelor staff's inability to find normal modes of transportation, but I have a feeling that the person that heads that department has a good laugh every week.   The girls headed to their hotel and entered the … [Read more...]

Meal Plan ~ 2/6 – 2/10

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During my quest for delicious Super Bowl recipes last week, tons of yummy dinner ideas caught my eye.   Here's what's looking good:   Monday:  Garlic Parmesan Chicken       Marinated Chicken with a Ranch Spread and Parmesan Crumb topping.  Yummy!!! **photo from Plain Chicken Tuesday:  Baked Spaghetti with Cream … [Read more...]

Quick and Glamorous Ponytail Holders

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Okay, so listen.   This thing I am about to show you...barely qualifies as crafty, it's so easy.  But--I have found that the most awesome DIY projects are the ones that up your cute factor with very little effort, so here we are.   I've been seeing cute ponytail holder ideas floating around on Pinterest, but they all involve … [Read more...]

What’s In Your…? Bakingdom Edition!!!

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Today we are lucky to have Darla from the fabulous blog Bakingdom.   Darla is completely adorable, and the treats she creates on her blog are beyond creative.  Have you seen this?  Or this?  Amazing. Darla is also tons of fun and has a really cool and quirky style, so I was really DYING to see what she hauls around all day.  Luckily, in … [Read more...]

Beauty Must Have ~ Highlighters and Complexion Boosters

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Surprisingly, I get a fair amount of emails asking what face make-up I use.  And honestly, it's hard to give a good answer because it changes often. I have used Bare Minerals powder and Nars blush for years, but what really helps my complexion and the look of my skin is...highlighter. I always always ALWAYS use some type of highlighter.  And … [Read more...]

Whatta Man Monday ~ The Chris Edition!!

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I've been seeing a lot of trailers lately for the movie This Means War.   And maybe it's not Oscar material, but I do love a predictable, over the top rom com.  Especially one with TWO cutie pies.   Anyhow, the movie trailers have reminded me of Chris Pine's complete adorableness, which led me to the realization that there … [Read more...]