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Getting the Most Out of Your Makeup

How many times do we have to throw out make up because it dries out, changes color, gets weird or even breaks? Every time you have to replace something, it costs money. Save your dollars with the following tips. The secret is to both preserve your makeup so it can be used longer, and to use it smartly, so you get the most out of it. Take advantage of rebates and return policies. Get to know the various rebates and return policies before you buy your makeup. The better stores usually have policies in place that say that if you … Continue reading →

Be Professional in Your Home-Based Business

If you want to be taken seriously in your home business it’s important that you maintain a level of professionalism. This can be difficult when you are not working outside the home. It can be easy to grasp onto a casual look and attitude from within the four walls of your home. I made the joke to my husband last Friday that it was going to be casual Friday at my job. I had on my Green Bay Packer’s shirt in celebration of their playoff game victory. But I really did take my casual Friday seriously because the majority of … Continue reading →

Do YOU Cut Your Preschooler’s Hair?

Yesterday I took my preschooler to get her hair cut. (Ugh!) Unfortunately, when we arrived at the salon the female stylist who usually trims my daughter’s locks was sick and we were shuffled off to another “hair technician.” (Double UGH!) My daughter has always loathed getting her hair cut. She freaks out when the tiniest bit of hair comes into contact with her eyes, nose or mouth. Needless to say, the person who has the unenviable task of trimming her mane is often met with a squiggly, wiggly, contorting tot, who starts asking, “Are we done yet?” before the first … Continue reading →

Reasons To Use Digital Cameras At Your Wedding

I’m not sure digital cameras were even around when I got married. Just kidding. Half-kidding at least. I got married before the digital photography phenomenon evolved into the all-encompassing trend that it is today. These days most couples don’t hesitate to hire wedding photographers who deal exclusively in digital equipment. In fact, a growing number of brides are now actively seeking digital photographers because they want the opportunity to share their wedding pictures online. Old-fashion photo albums are becoming a thing of the past. All the engaged couples I know have already assembled an online site dedicated to their weddings. … Continue reading →

Feel Refreshed Without a Nap

Ideally, pregnant women should nap every day. This is especially important during the first and third trimesters when exhaustion is at its peak. However, napping is not always possible. Mothers to be who work or are home with other children have a difficult time getting rest during the day. If you work full time, there are some things you can do to feel revitalized. The hours after lunch are when most people feel tired at work, whether they are pregnant or not. This time is sometimes referred to as the afternoon slump. When you are expecting a baby, you can’t … Continue reading →

Four Things I Cut in Half to Save Money

There are many things in our home that we cut in half in order to save money. When we make those cuts, we never notice a difference. Using the recommended amount or the size something comes in isn’t necessarily the best idea, especially when something will work the same way, or sometimes works even better when it is cut in half. Your products will last twice as long! Laundry detergent I always use about half of what is recommended on those cap fill lines or the powder scoops. Why? I find that with a good detergent, the clothes get just … Continue reading →

When A Bargain Is Not A Bargain

I love getting a bargain. My house is mostly decorated in early yard sale, late thrift store. I’m seldom opposed to buying or receiving something used. I like the character that comes with an older table or dresser. Chairs that are a different style and can be painted to fit in with my eclectic decorating style are always a favorite. As are little odds and ends that you can’t find anywhere else. No matter how much I love a bargain there are some things I will not buy used, it’s not worth the risk. When it comes to children’s safety, … Continue reading →

What Does Emotional Eating Look Like?

One sure detriment to your fitness success is emotional eating. It is a subject that I believe we can never talk enough about. It can sabotage every effort you make. So let’s do some digging into the makeup of an emotional eater, why it happens and how it looks. This week I was talking to my hairdresser, who mentioned that her almost 18-year-old daughter recently joined the gym. She had put on some weight and I asked if she was an emotional eater. She replied, “No, she doesn’t just eat when she’s sad. She eats when she’s happy, bored, you … Continue reading →

Setting Boundaries Around Christmas and Birthday Giving

Everywhere I turn, people are asking me what my daughter and I want for Christmas. Since the only thing I usually want is plants for my garden, it’s hard to make a real stunner of a Christmas list. Maybe gift cards for plants? My daughter also has just about everything she needs. I tend to buy her the basics at thrift stores. She has enough clothes and unless she’s going through a growth spurt, there are usually some that still fit well. Other than that, her toys are rather static: lego, playmobil, a play kitchen, dress ups, dolls, and a … Continue reading →

Dressing and Preparing for Work

Prior to having children I worked in a downtown office. It was fun to get dressed for work. I enjoyed coordinating my outfits and shoes. I loved finding fun accessories. In fact, I enjoyed this so much that one time my husband actually created a pie graph showing the amount of money I spent at one particular clothing store. Yes, he was trying to give me a hint. But don’t get me wrong, he enjoyed seeing me dress up. Fast forward a few years and I became a stay-at-home mom to two small children and then eventually we had our … Continue reading →