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Safe Deposit Box and Grab-N-Go Box | June 22, 2010

I am not an expert as to what you should or should not have in your safe deposit box or your grab-n-box at home but here are some ideas or suggestions that have worked for our family. The reason I like a safety deposit box in addition to a fire proof box/grab and go box at home is that we live in tornado alley and a tornado will blow away all of your important records.

Safe Deposit Box:

Original Documents: social security cards, birth or adoption certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, divorce decrees, military records, passports.

Property: vehicle titles, household inventory, real estate … Read More »

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Christie Ressel
 
 
 
 

Fab Outfit for a Girls Night Out! | June 22, 2010

With the weekend approaching, there is no better way to unwind then with a night on the town with your girlfriends! For occasions such as this, I love pairing girlie clothing, with a sleeker pieces to create more of an urban feel for the night.

I’m a fan of mixing high and low price point pieces (try saying that three times fast!) together to create fun looks that will mix and mingle with other pieces in your wardrobe.

Couldn’t resist the coral coloured dress – perfect for spring!

What do you think of the ensemble? Would you wear it?

Haute Tropic Dress (modcloth) $53.99
Aldo … Read More »

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Interview with Allison McGowan and Jewelry Bag Giveaway | June 21, 2010

Visiting this chic eco-friendly boutique is one of the first things to do on my to do list!  Allison McGowan only opened her store one  year ago and it’s created some serious buzz.  Teich Design has been featured in Marie Claire, Lucky, Time Out New York, Daily Candy and much more!  Continue reading to learn more about  Teich Design and how Allison got her start.

When did you open your boutique?

Exactly a year ago: June 2009.

Do you recall the first design that you ever made?

I took a handbag class at the YMCA about 8 years ago where I was able to … Read More »

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How Stepmothers Can Find a Good Therapist | June 21, 2010

At least three times a week, stepmothers email me requesting a recommendation for good therapist where they live. Usually, I don’t know anyone in their area but I give them a list of questions to ask therapists before they finally select one with whom to work. Finding a good therapist requires some detective work. You need to find out some basic information to make sure you and a therapist share similar philosophies and goals. This will ensure that your experience in therapy helps rather than harms you.

Particularly with regard to stepmothers, many mental health professionals hold outdated ideas … Read More »

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Super Mom Sea Salt Body Scrub | June 21, 2010

Sea salt is helpful in the detox process because it smoothes away dead skin cells and stimulates the body to release toxins. ONO Super Mom rooibos tea helps soothe the skin as it indulges the body with antioxidants.

INGREDIENTS:

Fine sea salt – 1.5 cups

ONO Super Mom tea – .5 cup dried

Grape seed – 3 cups

Almond oil – 2 tsp

Lavender essential oil (as needed)

DIRECTIONS:

Place the salt in a wide-mouthed container. Cover it with the grape seed. Then add almond oil to it. Finally scent it with the essential oil.

- First of all dampen your entire body.

- Now gently massage the salt mixture … Read More »

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Perfect day to evening dress | June 21, 2010

One thing I know myself and many other women are constantly striving for in their wardrobes are versatile pieces that can be worn in many ways for different occasions. This not only helps us diversify our clothing options, but is easier on the wallet too!

I stumbled upon this gem of a dress by Rebecca Taylor on netaporter.com ($295) recently, and had to share it.

o me, this piece can be used in a variety of ways – adding value to your wardrobe and giving you a few ways to mix things up a bit! With leggings, tights, jeans, or bare legs, … Read More »

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It’s Game Night…Do You Have All the Pieces?!?! | June 18, 2010

Our family loves Pizza and Game Night!  Nothing is worse than sitting down to a little pizza and setting up a game just to realize that you are missing a ”few” pieces to the game…kind of takes the fun out of it!

So let’s get these games under control and while we are at it get the cards and puzzles organized as well.

If you have a huge storage closet for games, you are so lucky!!  All I would say to you is categorize your games by age group, such as pre-school, teen or adult games.  Make sure you keep adult games … Read More »

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Cateyes | June 18, 2010

On thing that has been a huge trend this summer is cateye shaped sunglasses. They are everywhere – both on the runways, on celebrities, and definitely now in the mass public.

Not always a favorite of mine, I have to admit, it took some time to warm up to them. However, I must say – I love them now! They come in so many shapes, sizes, and colours – and also at many different price points!

I stumbled upon this pair of cateye glasses on topshop.com and adore them! Love the pop of pink for the summertime (though … Read More »

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