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Saving Money on Fashion | January 29, 2010

Dressing well and feeling fashionable makes you feel great, so it can be very frustrating when you want the latest look and it’s not available in the stores on your high street.

One of the best ways of solving this problem is by shopping on the internet. The internet saves a lot of trouble when it comes to finding what you want as it doesn’t have the problem that stores face – not having enough room to put everything in the range. Online stores have the ability to display everything and offer every size option to their customers as … Read More »


 

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Phuong Le
 
 
 
 

Slimming Goddess with Fresh Mint and Peaches | January 29, 2010

Here is the recipe:

6 cups of water
3 tablespoons of ONO Slimming Goddess
1 tablespoon of honey
fresh mint
2-3 ripe peaches, sliced thin
splash of cranberry juice

serves 4-6
1. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil.

2. Add Slimming Goddess and honey in the filter of your ONO 5 Cup Teapot.

3. Add the water to the leaves and steep for 5 minutes.

4. Remove the filter and let the pot of tea cool. Then chill in the fridge for 2-3 hrs. You can also pour it directly over ice after cooling without having to chill it in the fridge.

5. Splash with cranberry juice.

6. Drop in slices … Read More »


 

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Become a Thrift Store Expert | January 29, 2010

Everything old is new again – or can be if you’re interested in changing your shopping habits. Instead of spending more than you can afford on brand new items, check out local consignment and thrift stores to supplement your wardrobe. I began exploring resale shops around the Atlanta area about three years ago and became hooked on the bargains – and their prices.

I found a tweed jacket with faux fur trim around the cuffs and down the front for $5 at a store in Atlanta. And my favorite bargain of all time is a faux fur coat that looks like … Read More »


 

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Lauri Rottmayer
 
 
 
 

French Apple Custard Pie | January 29, 2010

So you know I’m not really a pie girl. Oh, I like to eat them all right, but making them? Not so much. Most of that I chalk up to my inability to make a pie crust. Using the frozen crust just seems like cheating to someone like me who makes everything from scratch. But honestly, I can’t even get the crust that you manually roll into the pie plate to look right so it’s the frozen crust for me.

I make pies for the holidays. Usually they are pecan, chocolate and pumpkin because those are the crowd pleasers.  Truthfully, if given the choice between … Read More »


 

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Book Giveaway: Toxic Friends | January 28, 2010

With the New Year in its infancy gender expert and bestselling author Susan Shapiro Barash (www.susanshapirobarash.com), author of several books including her most recent, “Toxic Friends: The Antidote For Women Stuck in Complicated Friendships,” advises weeding out those toxic friends and having the courage, especially if you’re cleaning out your closets, your home office, your child’s toy chest, to also rid yourself of people who are harmful to your health.

“After all,” Barash says, “Friends are those we choose. We can’t weed out in-laws or adult siblings, but we can resolve to have only healthy friendships this year and this means … Read More »


 

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Flowers for Every Month | January 28, 2010

Got the winter blues? Accenting your home with fresh flowers is a great way to keep the spirit of spring fresh all year long. A sprig of baby’s breath can be like burst of April in January. For gorgeous, versatile arrangements invest in a high-quality, classically designed vase, like a Waterford crystal vase. A simple, yet elegant vase will stunningly compliment any flower arrangement, making it easier to coordinate colors and styles.

Once you have the perfect, year-round vase here are some suggestions of flower arrangements for each month based on seasonal availability. Remember to keep the vase full of … Read More »


 

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How to Wear Animal Prints | January 28, 2010

We live a mile from the zoo. A favorite adventure for my daughter. A short car ride in the winter. A short walk in the summer. And at the end of the trek—tigers, zebras, leopards—oh my. It’s not a big zoo, so no lions. Sorry, Dorothy.

Also an adventure (one that could end in disaster) is trying to incorporate these fun prints into your wardrobe.

When it comes to wearing animal prints, the “less is more” concept is more important than ever. Here are a few easy tips for adding a pop into your outfit.

Don’t matchy match. The thought of snakeskin shoes … Read More »


 

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Trip to Take: Zarafa in Botswana | January 28, 2010

On my list of places to jet set to is South Africa. I haven’t decided exactly what my itinerary would be yet, but I have heard and read a lot of great things about Botswana- particularly the Zarafa Camp- a luxury safari camp. The cost is not cheap. Plan to shell out about $1,400 per person, per night in high season (June through November). But just take a look at what the fabulous tents look like at the camp- they are luxurious, yet rustic. The furniture in the tents is made from recycled hardwoods, and is designed specifically … Read More »