Whether you are hosting the party or just attending one, it can be very difficult to maintain a healthy diet when the holidays are upon us. Being mentally prepared can help stave off the temptation to hang out next to the tray of homemade fudge! Try to plan ahead. If you know you are attending […]
With the holiday season right around the corner, there will be plenty of gatherings to fill up the calendar. From friends to family, and even work functions – the season is nearly upon us. Sometimes for these events, the attire can be comfortable and casual, especially with friends. But What About Family Functions? Comfortable is […]
With the holidays just around the corner, travel plans will be a big part of everyone’s November and December plans. I’ve been working on my own packing lists (as well as those for a few trips planned in the spring), and I realized that I could probably create a standard toiletry kit and 3-1-1 bag […]
We have already mentioned several holiday makeup sets that are available, but if makeup isn’t your thing, perhaps skin care and body care are! I always love to check out the Sephora Favorites skin care sets because they manage to put together some fantastic options with a variety of their favorite This year they even […]
Starting in early October, I begin having visions of Thanksgiving favorites. Growing up in the south, that means cornbread dressing, squash casserole, twice baked potatoes, and of course, sweet potato casserole. Sure, a few slices of white turkey breast are relatively low in fat and calories, but who eats just plain turkey? So I have […]
When you travel for vacation, do you tend to forgo your normal makeup routine? I have seen some of these packing lists that include more makeup for a beach vacation than I wear on a date night at home. Not only do I prefer a minimalist makeup routine in my daily life, but when I […]
And they are everywhere! If you have been waiting on these terrific sets to grab one as a gift or for yourself, now is the time before they start to sell out. Personally, I have been waiting to see what beautiful combinations the brands have come up with this year. Some of the best are […]
Whether your sleep was interrupted by a needy two-year-old or you just hit the snooze alarm one too many times, we have all had those mornings where we oversleep and lose the valuable time to get ready. How do you get out the door and still look somewhat put together? Hair and body – If […]
Does it seem that no matter what you do, your cuticles always feel dry and neglected? Do you use lotions but the cuticles always answer with redness and roughness? The short answer solution is diligence. We use our hands so much (and I tend to wash mine frequently) and while we pay attention to filing […]
I will never understand why so many farmers markets close at the end of the summer, when fall produce goodies are so tasty and delicious! One of the biggest fall soups that people seem to love contains pumpkin and/or squash. A Roasted Pumpkin Soup can be made with pumpkin or squash. The key is roasting the […]
