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Fashion :: Your Own Online Shopper at ShoeDazzle

May 17, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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  Prior to having my daughter I would say shopping was a hobby of mine.  I found it to be relaxing and I enjoyed checking out the new styles for the seasons.  One of my favorite things was to try to find bargains at Loehmans or Marshalls as I liked the hunt.  It felt a bit like treasure hunting to me!  Fast forward to present day, and it is sad but true, that I don't have the time - or make the time - to shop much except for basics.  But recently, I have felt it was time to put some effort into my day-to-day wardrobe and … [Read more...]

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Tips to Help Make Moving Simplier

May 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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  Moving Tips: Moving can be so stressful that many of us wish that moving was as simple as packing the kids in the car and hitting the road to their new home. However, as we all know, moving is a complicated process, and adding kids to the mix can mean more boxes, more stress and more to-dos.  If you take some steps to organize pre-move it will help to make the move that much less stressful.  A few years back I came across The Flylady who has some great tips on keeping the house up as well as tips on how to have a stress-free (well … [Read more...]

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Entering the World of Mom Bloggers at the Mom 2.0 Summit

May 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
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  This past weekend I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit at The Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel where hundreds of women bloggers were looking to connect with other women as well as with the sponsors and partners of the event such as Honda, Whirlpool, and Dove.  It was pretty amazing to be in a room full of women (and a handful of men) who were so interested to learn some tricks of the trade about how to turn their hobbies or  businesses into a more successful one.  This was my first Mom Blogger event and I really didn't know what to … [Read more...]

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Health: You May be Magnesium Deficient.

May 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Ask the Doctor: Question: I have a hard time sleeping & have some mild anxiety. I heard magnesium might help... is that true? Magnesium is the fourth abundant mineral in the body -  half found in the bones and the other half inside body tissues and organs - and is needed for over 300 biochemical reactions. Some of these reactions include: enzymes activation, normal heart and nerve function, keeping the heart pumping strong and steady, regulate calcium levels, plus other important nutrients in the body like copper, zinc, potassium, … [Read more...]

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5 Tips to Successful Yard Sale Shopping

May 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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  5 Tips to Successful Yard Sale Shopping We all love a good bargain.  And one can often be found at yard sales (or garage sales).  But how can we make the most of our yard sale shopping trips?  Here are a few tips that may help: 1.      Make a list – What types of items are you looking for?  You can tailor your shopping trip by looking for yard sales that advertise what is on your list.  Keep in mind sizes for kids’ clothes, ages for toys.  Household items can often be found in good condition too.  List everything on a … [Read more...]

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Searching for Sea Glass on Prince Edward Island

April 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Located on Canada’s east coast, Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) boasts stunning beaches, pastoral landscapes with lush rolling hills, cozy towns, and exquisite seafood restaurants. Author Lucy Maud Montgomery put the Island on the proverbial world map when she made the Island the setting of her classic novel Anne of Green Gables.   Our Family Connection to the Island: My husband was born on the Island so we have done the P.E.I. road trip a few times now. This past summer, despite the worst vacation weather experienced to date, … [Read more...]

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Dwell: 5 Tips to Make Your Home Greener

April 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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   Eco-Friendly Housing: Green Month (and Earth Day) is this month, and realtor.com conducted a survey to discover how eco-friendly housing is catching on with consumers. Turns out, more than 80% of respondents would like to own a residence that is eco-friendly, and nearly 70% would pay more money for it!  I found it interesting that 61% of women felt that adding eco-friendly features added value to the home whereas 55% of men did not think they added value to the home!  What do you think?  We recently purchased an energy-efficient … [Read more...]

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3 Reasons the Healthcare Field is perfect for Moms

April 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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As a mother, you may be interested in earning an income of your own. Many women are lucky enough to have a partner who will be able to bring in a second income into the home, but there are a lot of single mothers out there who want to find a way of earning money. There are various careers out there that will enable women to enjoy flexible working hours and an income that will allow them to support a family. In order to do this, of course, you need to take a look at the different choices when it comes to career. One of the biggest careers out … [Read more...]

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The Happiness Project

April 23, 2013 by 3 Comments
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  Hap-pi-ness n. 1.good fortune: prosperity 2.a state of well-being and contentment: joy 3.a pleasurable satisfaction While perusing through many big-box book sellers’ shelves, you are bound to come across a precipitous amount of self-help guides and list-it journals. You might find some on weight loss or dealing with spouses, but more so than not, you will definitely come across books regarding the most elusive and sought after human condition – happiness. To be honest with you, I haven’t really read many self-help guides in … [Read more...]

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Tips For Turning Your Bathroom into a Sanctum Of Tranquility on a Budget

April 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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  Is your bathroom boring? Are you fed up with the color, the style-less faucets, hardware and very little storage space? Well you don’t have to live with a cramped or out of style bathroom just because a remodel isn’t in your budget. You can update your bathroom without breaking the bank just by adding color, relaxing décor, replacing hardware and adding inexpensive storage for toiletries and linens. Say goodbye to your dreary old bathroom and hello to your new sanctum of tranquility. Don’t take on too much at once Start … [Read more...]

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