tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54223318248380208532024-03-05T03:19:57.447-05:00For the Love of MakeupCreated by two friends with a shared love of motherhood and makeupTiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-29421811995919731612010-05-24T16:16:00.003-04:002010-05-26T09:40:53.028-04:00Smashbox Friends & Family Sale<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLdKvq95So26tZmKGncl9d8fJT7cgMngVCaKSMSIsVTb8D0o9094IooQKANMMMC0rbtsvDQ8P3hhZdCVJmwwJTyBvL6JQ7IpyQTuQwEtbbt_gLOfjMf50aNcGxYrjRmeTPYBtStA38pEDL/s1600/makeup_page_FF_jpg;jsessionid=0a010c641f433b6f5970842c4bc08879bd36baff5a48.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" height="135" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLdKvq95So26tZmKGncl9d8fJT7cgMngVCaKSMSIsVTb8D0o9094IooQKANMMMC0rbtsvDQ8P3hhZdCVJmwwJTyBvL6JQ7IpyQTuQwEtbbt_gLOfjMf50aNcGxYrjRmeTPYBtStA38pEDL/s400/makeup_page_FF_jpg;jsessionid=0a010c641f433b6f5970842c4bc08879bd36baff5a48.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This is my first official Tuesday Tag-Along! I'm so excited to connect with bloggers with similar interests. </span></div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-50584130638942311852010-04-26T16:14:00.001-04:002010-04-26T16:23:11.829-04:00Meal Plan Monday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv9V08vRL7MmkNY6DMbbsTdWv8hY7ub6HH410DOqZQyEPgdFNy7t7qPj8tHUdyIjNVHLULiOxyIGeRklZnWiSjy-f059UcrsyCnVjwuR2C9mkalW3eWEs34AeuorYkyH80zhogTlpXBJCf/s1600/mpm3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv9V08vRL7MmkNY6DMbbsTdWv8hY7ub6HH410DOqZQyEPgdFNy7t7qPj8tHUdyIjNVHLULiOxyIGeRklZnWiSjy-f059UcrsyCnVjwuR2C9mkalW3eWEs34AeuorYkyH80zhogTlpXBJCf/s320/mpm3.jpg" tt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">For tons of meal ideas go visit </span><a href="http://www.orgjunkie.com/"><span style="font-size: x-small;">www.orgjunkie.com</span></a> </div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-65178912004585511832010-04-20T12:02:00.003-04:002010-04-22T09:09:41.003-04:00DIY Bikini Wax. FAIL!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfrzi_eVW5bMruQO_Mdl4V6vk6hjGFjcdpPZgmMlBTOWtqGfp3St2lVvKTUGupPsMXJ9qQulkDyxQppXoZ2HM2BCFf9JgSaerNp_AsaWdVz00IERvbeomE_M0QpS5wyTFckdk09VwKx9Dj/s1600/waxing2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfrzi_eVW5bMruQO_Mdl4V6vk6hjGFjcdpPZgmMlBTOWtqGfp3St2lVvKTUGupPsMXJ9qQulkDyxQppXoZ2HM2BCFf9JgSaerNp_AsaWdVz00IERvbeomE_M0QpS5wyTFckdk09VwKx9Dj/s320/waxing2.jpg" wt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Yesterday I was just in the mood to experiment. I was full of energy and wanted to take things into my own hands. Cinnamon rolls and a bikini wax. Pause. The waxing makes my cinnamon rolls sound significantly less appealing. Please don't blame them! More on the cinnamon roll recipe I got from <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/">The Pioneer Woman</a> tomorrow. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I have stopped getting bikini waxes done professionally. I switched to Veet about a year ago and it has never let me down. Now, don't get it twisted...it's not the same but it's close enough and keeps a few extra coins in my pocket. I have succe</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">ssfully waxed my underarms with the hubby's help plenty of times. I apply my Gigi honey wax, apply the muslin strip, press to make sure it's nice and smooth and get my husband to rip the strip in the opposite direction the hair grows. He acts like he hates when I ask him to help with this. I think he secretly enjoys to see me cringe. The results last about a month. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">So, back to the bikini...without giving too many unnecessary details....I still have some wax down below. Um, yeah. It took me so long to remove the excess wax that my neck started to hurt. FAIL. Back to Veet. At least the cinnamon rolls turned out good, right? You can't have it all.</span>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-71936171193692175842010-04-12T19:07:00.002-04:002010-04-12T19:14:05.678-04:00What's for Dinner Tonight? Pepperoni Pizza Pasta!<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Pepperoni Pizza Pasta</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This is an easy recipe I throw together for a super quick and easy weeknight dinner. My kids adore pizza and pastas so they gobble this dish up. My oldest helps me mix everything in a bowl before tossing in the oven. Customize it by adding your family's favorite veggies or cheeses. I normally add a few dashes of garlic salt, pepper, and dried italian seasoning.</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">1 box of pasta </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">2 cups of cheese </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">1 jar of tomato sauce </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Pepperoni (as many as you like) </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Boil pasta as directed on package. Mix remaining ingredients with hot drained pasta together or layer in a baking dish. Bake covered in 350 degree oven for 20-30 minutes or until heated through. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-1912377949923153642010-04-06T15:31:00.004-04:002010-04-06T15:44:41.200-04:00Your Baby Can Read Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM5XzzgjbjgNNU7Dg9tSfqPwODJsl6wsZqh8cfYQwlP7EOvZCbu1K4oXzYEbWb9zUwzYBmC4JbLcufEXkLP9jDUY3vNCurdeP4R4kM3SghewXGh_qmDQ3BiSbPWeQeEr_1fu9SozVWysla/s1600/ybcr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: left; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" nt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM5XzzgjbjgNNU7Dg9tSfqPwODJsl6wsZqh8cfYQwlP7EOvZCbu1K4oXzYEbWb9zUwzYBmC4JbLcufEXkLP9jDUY3vNCurdeP4R4kM3SghewXGh_qmDQ3BiSbPWeQeEr_1fu9SozVWysla/s400/ybcr.jpg" width="397" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>The very minute after I <strike>twisted my husband's arm</strike> talked my husband into agreeing to fork over the dough for this program, I was online ordering it. This turned into a required phone call. Then, led to a representative trying to sell me an unrelated product. After politely declining, I was asked two additional times. This just reminded me of why I shop online…it’s usually hassle free! Grrr.<br />
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I played the beginning disc on Sunday for my little people. My 2 1/2 year old son, who loves watching television didn't budge while it was playing. He even requested to watch it again. So, we played it twice back to back. My 18 month old Princess glanced at the screen only when I prompted her, then went about her business. I had read reviews about the disc being cheaply directed considering the total cost of the program. I thought the quality was just fine. I think flashing lights, graphics, or any other bells and whistles could possibly take the focus off of main concepts. Now, it can be painful for an adult to sit through. But, as a parent you get used to things like that.<br />
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Both of my toddler's did enjoy the flash cards. We are currently trying to get my Princess to open her mouth and speak because she grunts most of the time. She actually spoke the works on the flash cards. No, it wasn’t her first time being introduced to flash cards. I think she was intrigued by being able to pull out the corresponding vivid picture alongside the word. The flash cards are awesome and are study enough to endure the wear of little people. <br />
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So far my 2 1/2 year old has watched the video at least 6 times in three days. He will watch it tonight before bed and both toddlers will play with the flash cards and books. My son has memorized the word "hi" and "tiger” so far. It's a step in the right direction…very quick step.<br />
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I will keep you updated monthly on our progress. I would love to hear our experiences with Your Baby Can Read!Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-23067883505661636152010-03-29T14:25:00.000-04:002010-03-29T14:25:38.699-04:00Why I heart Intuniv<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is my updated post about my son's experience on Intuniv. You can read the first one <a href="http://mascaramamas.blogspot.com/2010/01/our-instant-breakfast-with-adhd.html">here</a>. It has worked wonderfully for us, and I say <em>us</em> because having a child with behavioral challenges effect the entire family. He's taking 2mg of Intuniv in the mornings with 5mg or 10mg of Focalin XR. During the school week he takes 10mg, and weekends 5mg. The reduction of Focalin XR helped him gain 4 lbs! By dinnertime his Focalin has worn off but the Intuniv is still going strong helping the hyperactivity. Not only does he now have an appetite but, he can sit still long enough to eat a meal! Whooo hoooo!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm am guilty of taking him off of Intuniv for a week. I just wasn't 100% sure the benefits were worth paying for two non-generic medications (I love my $5 co-pays for generic) equaling to about $100 a month. Sure the evenings were chaotic and drama filled. Sure I wanted to pull my hair out like usual. We had lived through it this long and if it saved us money...why pay more? Then, the weekly progress report came home from school with a note saying "he seemed to have problems focusing this week. Is everything okay?" Grrrrrr. So, the next day I picked up the refill. I didn't get truly elated about Intuniv until we went in for his check up and there was a 4 lb weight gain. Weight gain was a hump that we couldn't get over for so very long! No more Boost, Carnation Breakfast or costly Ensure shakes.</span>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-49177496943221524152010-03-17T16:41:00.000-04:002010-03-17T16:41:05.221-04:00Benefit's St. Patrick's Day Discount<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEErC7eSwW7O2x6w3BBFLlcY5_A_G0vH5bgxB9-plmRab6-lsTCZKdmEbIPY_ebANPrcTJkqN7Ltw3cgLVV9VSUjLzSOWLfeJoeSxdVz0ggM_ijRP58ZooGFbxC5ACMtN3dK6_m1iQTXXK/s1600-h/51fp7QtnA3L__AA265_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEErC7eSwW7O2x6w3BBFLlcY5_A_G0vH5bgxB9-plmRab6-lsTCZKdmEbIPY_ebANPrcTJkqN7Ltw3cgLVV9VSUjLzSOWLfeJoeSxdVz0ggM_ijRP58ZooGFbxC5ACMtN3dK6_m1iQTXXK/s320/51fp7QtnA3L__AA265_.jpg" vt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Enter STPADDY1 at checkout. Expires 3/17/10 at 5:59pm</span></div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-52569415415779453512010-03-15T16:35:00.000-04:002010-03-15T16:35:01.492-04:00Meal Plan Mondays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJHlvdFqP6bcdQ7esoZDLEZSg34e13afwevl8qYfWvSmsTsgkm0eVoNNogYouUU9h3A-gM4Znt7cyV9OVGfNpg3lwGU37cFL-34PPmdqvSI1EgCPg-4tSqiWdzg7h96Z6xhLnLS6RY_kD/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJHlvdFqP6bcdQ7esoZDLEZSg34e13afwevl8qYfWvSmsTsgkm0eVoNNogYouUU9h3A-gM4Znt7cyV9OVGfNpg3lwGU37cFL-34PPmdqvSI1EgCPg-4tSqiWdzg7h96Z6xhLnLS6RY_kD/s320/mpm-1.jpg" vt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Sunday</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">*New recipe*</span></div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-62563254271439663862010-03-07T09:54:00.000-05:002010-03-07T09:54:15.339-05:00Candles by Victoria Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsJl7wKJr4mpMSSGBTp_PLbIUsVliqRO4SJholcEHccnzIVro-QeXalSkMZoIHD4QyqP-Ua7qhhjz-_v492oEfdqAyZRtjvl4wdwRNthxBxlR-vQofzm5L-hQspik_og2KSRLGKek0k5lF/s1600-h/013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsJl7wKJr4mpMSSGBTp_PLbIUsVliqRO4SJholcEHccnzIVro-QeXalSkMZoIHD4QyqP-Ua7qhhjz-_v492oEfdqAyZRtjvl4wdwRNthxBxlR-vQofzm5L-hQspik_og2KSRLGKek0k5lF/s320/013.JPG" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This was my second order from </span><a href="http://www.candlesbyvictoria.com/cbv/main.html"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Candles by Victoria</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">. You can listen to all the great reviews about this company on </span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Youtube</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> and find that she's got quite a following. All for good reason, these candles are so strong and wonderfully scented! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I'm not a fan of the organization of her site. It just made my online shopping experience a little longer than I'm used to. Her extensive list scent options can be so overwhelming but enjoyable at the same time. In fact, it took me two days just to make a decision. That's the downside of this review--if you call it a downside. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Whatever scent you fancy, believe me she's got you covered. I couldn't make up my mind, so I scanned her message board for scent suggestions. My first order started with the scents Tiffany D and Dreamsickle. Tiffany D is described as a beautiful mix of watermelon, honeydew melon, cotton candy with a splash of vanilla. I melted Tiffany D in my warmer, and after 20 minutes my 6 years old ran from his downstairs bedroom, asking me if I was cooking a dessert. That's the kind of affect I want my candles to have! My second order was Peppermint Bark, Toyko Spring and Carmalized Pralines. Every order gets a free tart and my freebie was Butterfly Kisses. They all smell great except, I am disappointed with my Peppermint Bark scent choice. It smells very much like artificial chocolate.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Overall, I have enjoyed my purchases from Candles by Victoria. The shipping was fast and everything was packaged securely. I will reorder soon!</span>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-22392146180834136582010-02-26T22:52:00.001-05:002010-02-26T23:02:13.000-05:00My Spring Lipstick--MAC Radicchio<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUYEnzYiqsz8MEFvMPrQn67HPehxK_bT2067nmL2jZRES3IcUuIHPdd_GY8Az7y4SdjY036VIbDH687O6oslHCisT2AlQBEsHXfAzxT4rpPTcgLTfEAVcsiIJ72690hHvuW8AP24uNLr5h/s1600-h/lipcombo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUYEnzYiqsz8MEFvMPrQn67HPehxK_bT2067nmL2jZRES3IcUuIHPdd_GY8Az7y4SdjY036VIbDH687O6oslHCisT2AlQBEsHXfAzxT4rpPTcgLTfEAVcsiIJ72690hHvuW8AP24uNLr5h/s400/lipcombo.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I have found the most beautiful fushia lip combo for this Spring. MAC Radicchio lipstick, NYX lipliner in Plum and MAC dazzleglass in Internationalist. If you spot me, this is what I will have on my lips....no need to inquire. Keep in mind, it's not for the faint at heart. It's bold, bright and glossy! I even got a thumbs up from hubby who hates lipstick. I gave him his own temporary Kenyon Martin tattoo in my purplish pink hue. When I asked my 6 year old if he loved my lipstick as much as I did, he said "No, Mom. That's just too much pink." Mission accomplished.</span><br />
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I have been wanting to try out this foundation for so long! I picked this up at the Chanel counter inside my local Macy's for $54.00. As with many foundations, I always get concerned about finding the right color match. My face demands a light nutty color with a very yellow base. Some companies can't get the yellow right and I end up looking ashy. Chanel didn't have a huge color range but I did get lucky with the shade Sand. <br />
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The consistency of this foundation is so silky and luxurious feeling. Like butta! It glides over your skin without feeling like you are applying a mask. Since I have oily skin, I spot treat the drier areas of my face with moisturizer before applying. The coverage is a buildable medium to full. If you have perfect skin...then you will only need a dime size amount for your entire face. The elasticity allows for so much coverage. I cover blemishes, scars and under eye circles with concealer and then use my fingers to apply a nickel size amount for a flawless face. I set using MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural. The finished look is polished and still allows your skin to shine through.Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-63136383282444728212010-02-17T15:03:00.000-05:002010-02-17T15:03:50.035-05:00Winter Wallop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5gBAylHyS4FHNhFoS98cGXo82FZdiVXmiFTVXFwctCbyXIZNwUWiY02b693RlnhEHMIx8htpi8yunKbD_jF5M7X6gLhQ3bunZl66UO4qQFSqdUUaA08QxRF-traA-qpA00bk_uKA0c2sm/s1600-h/18852_303492444071_624819071_3633579_5377783_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ct="true" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5gBAylHyS4FHNhFoS98cGXo82FZdiVXmiFTVXFwctCbyXIZNwUWiY02b693RlnhEHMIx8htpi8yunKbD_jF5M7X6gLhQ3bunZl66UO4qQFSqdUUaA08QxRF-traA-qpA00bk_uKA0c2sm/s400/18852_303492444071_624819071_3633579_5377783_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I thought being snowed in and off of work for a week would be an amazing little free vacation. What was I thinking? The three kids, my husband, my mom, brother and the dog in the house with no place to go but crazy!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The kids did enjoy watching the white out blizzard from the windows. They needed to burn off some energy so we sent them outside to play but, it didnt last very long. Mama didn't raise no fools. It was was too cold out for that plum foolery. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I can't stand the whole process of cleaning up after the kids come in from the snow. The slippery floor, the wet clothes, hats, and gloves. All the freaking layers that don't want to peel off. On to the baths because they are somehow sweaty, stinky and cold all at the same time. Then there's the laundry. You know after it's washed you can't just <em>throw</em> into the dryer. That would be way too easy. Everything has to be hung or laid flat to dry. A never ending cycle of housework just to play in the snow for 30 minutes. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> The adults spent alot of time watching movies and eating. I'm actually very scared to even look at the scale because all I really did was eat. Oh, and then I ate some more. Searched online for yummy recipes to eat, and watched a ton of the Food Network Channel shows of people eating. Shows like "The Best Thing I Ever Ate..." should be banned. Seriously. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>The stress alone of managing a household as a wife and mother of three can bring someone to their knees. Now add these ingredients to the pot: full time employment, a part time freelancing career, weekend continuing education trainings, volunteering, mommy dearest and occasionally your 22 year old brother as new roommates and a lazy husband. Sprinkle in a few shakes of this and that...and it equals the true definition of <strong>OMG</strong>. <br />
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</div>Sometimes it gets the best of me and I become bitter and angry for really no reason at all--but for every single reason in the world. Does that make sense? Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...my husband was target this time. I came across this article on <a href="http://www.marriageromance.com/">http://www.marriageromance.com/</a> that was such an eye opener that I had to share it. I hope it speaks to your spirit as it did mine. <br />
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Communicating with your Husband Gods way<br />
By Martha Matthews <br />
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A marriage can only be as good as the communication between the husband and wife. <br />
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Good communication is vital to a healthy marriage. As wives, we desire to have a close relationship with our husband, but, unfortunately, we can sabotage it by what we say and how we say it. In this month's article, we will discuss the most common mistakes that women make in their communication and examples of how to implement godly communication. <br />
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Communication breakers: <br />
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1. Defensiveness <br />
Defensiveness seems to be the hardest thing for a woman to see in herself. It comes from an attitude that says "My way is the best way." We don't listen to what our husband has to say. Instead, we formulate our response while he is speaking. When he is finished, we defend our position instead of taking to heart what he has said. This type of behavior exposes our pride and arrogance. Proverbs 18:2 says "A fool finds no pleasure understanding but delights in airing his own opinions." <br />
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2. Beating around the bush <br />
Hint, hint, hint. "He should know how he hurt me. It's obvious!" We expect our mate to figure out what it is that has us upset instead of being venerable and sharing how we are hurt. This type of behavior is a form of control and manipulation born out of our attempt to protect ourselves from being hurt further. "He doesn't care about me!" We therefore feel justified in making him miserable as we play this guessing game to make him prove he really does care. Ephesians 4:15 says, "Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ." We will become more mature and be closer with our spouse if we practice speaking the truth in love. <br />
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3. Complaining. <br />
There are so many ways that this behavior manifests itself. The two that seem to be the most popular are a critical attitude and nagging. The critical woman is always critiquing what her husband does. She is never satisfied. The nagging wife thinks that the only way to get her husband to do what she wants is to badger him until he does it. Both women are never happy with what their husband does or says. It makes them wonder why they married their husbands in the first place. There are the cutting remarks, the sarcasm, the mockery, the name calling and in some cases cursing. When confronted, the offense is neatly presented as "I'm just expressing how I feel." The woman with a complaining spirit will eventually find that she has pushed her husband away; possibly into the arms of another woman. Philippians 2: 14-15 says, "Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe". Proverbs 21:9 says, "Better to live in a desert than with a quarrelsome and ill-tempered wife". Proverbs 12: 18-19 says, "Reckless words pierce like an arrow, but the tongue of the wise brings healing". <br />
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4. Stuffing <br />
He says something that hurts your feelings and then, because he's done the same thing a thousand times before, without any regard for how it makes you feel, you decide to give up and harden your heart. "He doesn't care so why should I even bother talking to him about it". We bury the hurt and it festers inside us. Eventually it has to come out and when it does, look out. Mount Vesuvius has nothing on you! "In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold". Ephesians 4: 26-27. <br />
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5. Lying <br />
If you want a close relationship with your husband it has to be built on the foundation of truth. Even the small lie that we tell to cover up our inadequacies causes a rift in our marriage. Whether it is a big lie or a little lie, when the lie is discovered; it leaves our husbands wondering who we really are. It hurts deeply when your spouse is not truthful with you. Lying erodes, and eventually destroys, our husband's trust in us. Proverbs 26:28. "A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin." <br />
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Communication builders: <br />
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1. Prayer <br />
Great communication begins with our relationship with God. No one can help your marriage change if you are not willing to take your needs to the Lord. No advice, no marriage book, no counselor, and no self-help book can change your marriage if you don't pray. Begin by praying every day for God to give you both the wisdom to understand each other better and to communicate in a way that is pleasing to Him. Pray together if your husband is willing. When you pray together, you both get a chance to hear what is on the other's heart; what they are struggling with, what they are thankful for and what their hopes and dreams are. There is no better way to get close to your spouse than to pray together. <br />
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1 Thessalonians 5:16. "Be joyful always, pray continually." <br />
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2. Showing Respect <br />
Ephesians 5: 33b says, "and the wife must respect her husband." That doesn't mean that you respect him only if he respects you first. That means that you respect your husband in thought (the heart), word (your speech) and deed (your actions). <br />
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How you say something, your tone, speaks volumes about what is really in your heart. You'd be surprised at what you communicate with your voice inflection. If you are angry, bitter, or frustrated, it is bound to come through in your tone of voice. If you are not sure how you sound, try this experiment. Put a tape recorder in a room where you and your husband converse most often and forget it is on. Then play it back to see how you sound. It can be a real eye opener. <br />
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Proverbs 16:24 says, "Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones". <br />
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The words you say can also damage your relationship. It can be the little things you say to your husband on a daily basis or that one big blow up that causes deep hurt and regret. If you are prone to saying things in anger, know this, it only takes a moment to say something you will regret for the rest of your life. Take a moment to go into another room and pray. Pray for patience, restraint, compassion and a gentle spirit. Proverbs 13:3 says, "He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin." Proverbs 25:11. "A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver." <br />
Listen to what your husband says; listen to hear. The longer we are married the less we seem to listen to really hear and understand what our spouse has to say. Don't let the kids, the television or your housework distract you. Focus on him when he is talking. Get clarification. Repeat back to him what you understood him to say. <br />
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3. Timing <br />
Timing is another essential component to communication. Here are some things to avoid. Don't try to discuss something with your husband right before being romantic, or as he's going to work or coming home from work. You'd be surprised at how many women try to do this. Also, be considerate about when you choose to discuss important matters with your husband. If you want your husband's undivided attention, don't do it when he's watching his favorite program. Choose the time to convey your message wisely. <br />
4. Building him up. <br />
Practice complimenting your husband. Even if he says it doesn't matter, let him how great he looks. Compliment him as he goes out the door to work and when he gets dressed up to go on a date with you. You appreciate it when he tells you that you look nice, so does he; even if he doesn't admit it. <br />
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Practice verbal appreciation. Men were designed by God to take care of their families. Make sure you let him know often that you appreciate how hard he works and how he looks after the affairs of the family. Thank him for the everyday things he does. Don't take him for granted. <br />
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Ephesians 4:29. "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." <br />
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The way in which you communicate can make or break your relationship. If you don't put an effort forth to communicate in a godly way with your husband, you will be distant from each other. As the Bible teaches us, we reap what we sow. What are you sewing in your communication?Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-58176011169636629132010-01-12T14:29:00.002-05:002010-01-13T13:41:56.165-05:00Our Instant Breakfast with ADHD<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">My oldest child doesn’t eat too much of anything during the school week because of <a href="http://www.focalinxr.com/index.jsp">Focalin XR</a>, a stimulant he takes that is used to help with his ADHD. It completely takes away his appetite. However, <em>with it</em> he has done wonderfully in school, had a decrease in tantrums and we can even have family outings again without being the center of attention. Without this medication he behaved similar to a previously caged zoo animal--an adorable loving zoo animal might I add. Anyhoo, we had been serving him a large breakfast before his daily medication. Or even by having plenty of healthy (sometimes unhealthy) snacks around for him. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Honestly, I don’t always have the time to make a nice calorie rich and protein packed breakfast every morning. We started using <a href="http://www.nestle-nutrition.com/Products/Family.aspx?FamilyId=4e16a3c1-fe05-44df-88c9-83f289b3e5a4">Carnation Instant Breakfast</a> and he loves it! Not only in the mornings but anytime he's up for "chocolate milk". It’s much more economical than Boost or Ensure. I even give it to my toddler who is a picky eater. It’s full of vitamins, proteins, and carbs and contains 130 calories. I think it's a wonderful product.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Today, we are trying out a new medication called <a href="http://www.intuniv.com/">Intuniv</a>. 1mg for 7 days and then it increases from there. From my understanding it does the same thing as his Clonidine except in an extended release form. I’m hoping it controls his hyperactivity so can become focused enough to remove him from a stimulant all together--without making him drowsy! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Is that so much to ask? Apparently, it is. Ask any parent of a child faced with ADD/ADHD and you will find out it take lots and lots <em>and lots</em> of time, money and prayer to get the right combination unique to your child. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Let’s get this party started, shall we?</span>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-51538925275815060862010-01-09T21:16:00.001-05:002010-01-10T09:31:35.788-05:00Nails: Orly Act Your Shoe Size<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOilY5PCvmm8VlxJzcxICGxmrBdSMlXoXF9_xbVc1YqcGYakoLyaD8g1SR_5hyphenhyphenQGcYzCUu11F2bscNfeIzoWulMgrND3TkCxgT007GK1Rx8GrewA-POkFrXFstOIjEpv7uSKyAMHfu9BYa/s1600-h/water.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOilY5PCvmm8VlxJzcxICGxmrBdSMlXoXF9_xbVc1YqcGYakoLyaD8g1SR_5hyphenhyphenQGcYzCUu11F2bscNfeIzoWulMgrND3TkCxgT007GK1Rx8GrewA-POkFrXFstOIjEpv7uSKyAMHfu9BYa/s320/water.jpg" /></a><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I saw these post-it note like stickies on <a href="http://stayclose2urheart.blogspot.com/2009/12/to-get-post-its-of-your-own-go-to.html">Close to Your Heart</a> and thought they were freaking adorable. Had to "borrow" Stephanie's idea and use them myself. Make your own stickies <a href="http://wigflip.com/superstickies/">here</a>.<br />
</div>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-91001481986916496892010-01-05T16:28:00.000-05:002010-01-05T16:28:22.912-05:00Review: Kirkland Signature Body Soap<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I never go without Costco's Kirkland brand paper towels, bath tissue, and baby wipes.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> These products perform just as well as the name brands at only half the cost. On my last Costco visit I decided to replace my current Dove soap with the Kirkland Signature Body Soap</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">. I paid around $12 for 15 individually wrapped bars. Both of my boys suffer from eczema and my daughter has sensitive skin. So, I'm always careful to buy soaps that are moisturizing without being full of fragrance. Dove and Oil of Olay brand soaps have never failed us at keeping their skin issues at bay. But, I'm <em>always</em> looking for a way to save a few dollars without compromising quality. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The soap lathered like a dream and smelled delicate light and fresh. Just what I have come to love about Dove soaps. However, once the soap was rinsed away it left a chalky film on my skin and in the bathtub that reminded me of Ivory soap. My skin didn't feel excessively dry but, definitely didn't feel moisturized from the soap that claims to be 25% moisturizing cream. Sadly, it didn't meet my expectations and I will be returning it for a refund.</span>Tiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05332817226563746169noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5422331824838020853.post-16939281487015300862009-12-31T10:00:00.002-05:002009-12-31T10:31:47.542-05:00Products I'm Loving Right Now<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<strong>Shampoo & Conditioner</strong>: <a href="http://www.mizani-usa.com/?m=35&rid=100">Mizani Thermasmooth System</a><br />
My stylist uses this system when flat ironing my hair. It consists of a shampoo, conditioner, serum and a spritz. After using this my hair is so shiny, silky, smooth and stays straight so much longer. I almost always get my hair flat ironed but since using this system I have so many people ask me what I had done differently with my hair.<br />
<strong>Shower Gel</strong>: Dove Exfoliating Body Wash<br />
<strong>Deodorant</strong>: Little Black Dress Approved Degree Women Ultra Clear <br />
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<strong>Cleanser</strong>: Biore 4-in-1 Foaming Cleanser<br />
<strong>Exfoliator</strong>: Patricia Wexler M.D Dermatology Resurfacing Microbrasion System <br />
<strong>Foundation brush</strong>: MAC 187<br />
<strong>Concealer</strong>: Amazing Cosmetics<br />
<strong>Highlighter</strong>: MAC Hush Cream Color Base<br />
<strong>Eyeshadows</strong>: MAC Knight Divine<br />
<strong>Eyeliner</strong>: Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes<br />
<strong>Mascara</strong>: Covergirl Lash Blast<br />
<strong>Lipgloss</strong>: MAC Dazzleglass Sugarrimmed<br />
<strong>Lip Moisturizer</strong>: Chapstick Naturals<br />
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An eight page editorial shot by Terry Richardson for 'V' Magazine is titled One Size Fits All. It shows a size 16 model paired along side a size 0 model. They are both posed and styled very similar. Beautiful plus sized model Crystal Renn holds her own. Why can't we see this more often?<br />
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