For the month of August, Birchbox spruces up their look with a mosaic box featuring a myriad of colors and patterns. I have a nice collection of these boxes now. I use them to store knick knacks or for decoration. The price for a Birchbox monthly subscription is ten bucks. You get five sample or full-size items….
Month: August 2016
August Ipsy Bag Review
The August Ipsy bag just may be my favorite. It was illustrated by Michelle Phan, the founder of Ipsy. Gorgeous colors and soft imagery. These hues match my bedroom decor, so I’ll prop the pretty glam bag up on my dresser for decoration. Sugar Highness is the theme for August, and that’s how I felt…
Vitacost Haul-SkinCare & Snacks Plus More
It’s time again for a Vitacost haul. I do a haul every four to six weeks to buy products that I can’t find locally or that are available at a better price on Vitacost.com. This haul was focused on snacks and skin care, particularly products that would minimize scars from my recent foot and leg…
Meatless Monday–Martha Stewart’s Famous One Pot Pasta
This Martha Stewart recipe is a staple in my home after discovering it on YouTube. It’s actually an internet sensation. Check it out here Martha’s One Pot Pasta. The dish is meatless, easy to make, and it’s absolutely delicious. You’re going to need a large deep skillet pan. I don’t have one big enough, so I use…
How to have a Luxury Spa Day at Home
Work. Children. Finances. We’re constantly facing challenges and this leads to stress. Sometimes you need to pamper yourself…relax and chill out with a spa day. I’ve got some tips on how to do this on a budget and at home. Start with a long hot bath filled with soothing salts and a bath gel. Village…
Vegan Cheese & Butter Taste Tests
Over the last month, I’ve been testing some vegan products. I’m not a vegan nor a vegetarian, but sometimes I just don’t want to eat meat. Recently, I decided to limit my intake of dairy products such as butter and cheese. I jumped on Youtube and came across some videos that led me to several non-dairy substitutes. A popular choice…
LAY’S Passport to Flavor Taste Test
I love potatoes. Scalloped, mashed, French fries, baked. Anyway you cook them, I’ll eat them. But above all else, I love potato chips. So when I spotted Lay’s Passport to Flavor chips, I had to try them out. There are four new global flavors released to coordinate with the Olympics. Let’s get to munchin’. The…
Meal Delivery Services-Are They Worth the Money?
Meals delivered to your door. All you have to do is cook them, but is it worth the money?
My Lipgloss Addiction
I will never …repeat…never leave the house without my lip gloss. Not just one. I must have several tubes of lipgloss available to me at all times. My addiction includes lip balms and lipsticks, but nothing takes the place of a good lipgloss. It provides moisture and color at the same time. What’s not…
Sweet & Sour Smashed Plantains–Meatless Mondays
It’s hard to make this dish look good, but once you try it, you’ll be addicted to the yumminess. Start a pot of boiling water. Gather your ingredients: a small lime Sea salt, cracked black pepper, and turmeric. **The turmeric is optional. It’s added for its health benefits. I’m trying out this vegan butter spread….
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