Best Valentine's fragrance ever: Soul2Soul by Faith Hill-LIKE on Facebook to win yours!

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Hello Gorgeous-
Well, by this time of the day-it's dinner time and if you aren't out with your significant other, maybe you like me are having a 'childs favorite meal' for a Valentine's dinner.
No worries-there is enough love to go around!

As you know from reading the blog, I am a fragrance junkie and this scent-is a quick favorite of mine.

It's floral, fruity, delicate and subtle-all my favorite characteristics in a scent.

You can find this affordable scent at the Walmarts, Targets and major drugstores nationwide as well as online. Oh-and maybe at the concerts? I'll let you know whttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifhen I'm there!
Here are a few details from the web about the perfume:

Inspired by Faith Hill and Tim McGraw’s classic American love story. SOUL2SOUL Faith Hill captures Faith’s timeless sophistication intertwined with the classic romance Faith and Tim represent. The fragrance opens with sparkling fruits that lead to a passionate floral bouquet found at the heart of the fragrance while the bottom notes leave a soft and intoxicating scent.

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Must be 18 years of age or older to win, and have a mailing address in the continental United States.
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Valentines day-a love gift for yourself in Krigler Blue Escapade 24

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Hello and Happy Valentines Day Gorgeous!

I have a wee sample of this scent-I love perfumes and fragrance and the intricate blend of notes in this perfume is delicious and intoxicating! It's a perfect gift to give someone or your self! Visit the website to get yours!

Krigler-craftsmanship, elegance and intrigue.

BLUE ESCAPADE 24 PERFUME

An updated version of our classic fragrance created back in 1924. Inspired by Napoleon's trip in between Biarritz and San Sebastian. Blue Escapade was a special order from a wealthy british Lord who had a house on the Atlantic coast called Blue Escapade. The imperial fragrance is made with notes of Vetiver, Cedar, Fig, Grapefruit and Orange. A pure tradition of fine Perfume.

Now remember-today is Valentines day-it's about remembering the love you have for the Lord, for your family and friends, for your workmates and business, for your significant other and for yourself! Treat yourself good and others will too!
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Happy Valentine's Day gorgeous! Let your love shine today!

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Hello Gorgeous and Happy Valentine's Day!
I pray that today you have an overflowing heart full of love and kindness showered on you today!

These two items sum up my Valentine's Day look:

I've got a sheer wash of the Sweet Pea pink cream cheek color on and the Lily lip gloss.

I love this brand for their commitment to being hormone free-so it's safe for young girls to wear!
Get yours on the website.
Glo Minerals: Pucker Up and Blush





I love fragrance-and this trio of light rose and peony layered scent on me: some body wash, some hand creme and some roller ball fragrance is my triple love covering for Valentine's Day.

Kimono Rose® is a modern floral collection that revels in true feminine sophistication. Sheer and romantic, its vital essence is at turns playful and passionate, a fragrant dance that glides easily from day to evening.

Effervescent clementine and voluptuous cassis tumble together on a creamy bed of satiny rose, white peony and jasmine petals. A gentle kiss of vanilla leaves a sheer, sensuous finish.

Now enjoy this short how to video for using the Glo Minerals blush and lipgloss as well as experiencing the Thymes Kimono Rose.

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DURI Nail polishes-help bring the Valentine love to your fingertips

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Hello Gorgeous!
A day away from Valentine's Day-
there is still time for you to prepare yourself for a day celebrating love and the ones you love!

Duri nail polishes are made in the United States of America-and come in a wide variety of colors.

I've been using my samples in manicures and pedicures and having great results with long wear and little to no chipping on my manicure.

See all of the colors on the Duri website!


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Hello Gorgeous!
It's the weekend-and if you are out celebrating the Arizona Best Fest for the state's 100th birthday-or getting ready for Valentine's day-and maybe even just having a bbq but wanting to stay true to your New Year's goals of weight loss and healthy eating-watch this short video of a blind taste test. It's delicious!




Skinny Girl makes a margarita, a sangria, and a cosmo flavored low calorie cocktail that is sweetened with agave syrup for lower calories and glycemic index. Enjoy one knowing that you are not drinking a large amount of calories but getting a full serving of flavor!

Enjoy!
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Margarita: blind taste test-who is the winner?

How to Wake Up Looking Gorgeous

Softer hair and clearer skin can be yours overnight -- see how

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Hey Gorgeous!
Enjoy this weekend-it's a hot winter's day here in Arizona-78 degrees!
If you are celebrating the 100th birthday of Arizona, Valentines' or just watching live streams of the New York Fashion Week, be sure and have some of the first ever Makeup University blind taste test winner along side you!
Watch the video and enjoy!


Bethenny Frankel and the Skinny Girl margarita are a fun way to enjoy a beverage without all the traditional calories of a margarita.

Here's the original recipe: but why squeeze all those limes when you can just crack the bottle open? Cheers!
2 ounces clear premium tequila , Bethenny prefers Patron Silver (count 1, 2 while you pour, no need for measuring)
½ lime, juice of
splash Grand Marnier or bols triple sec

Directions:
Combine all ingredients over a glass of crushed ice and garnish with a lime wedge.




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Valentine's Day look: Addiction NV Cosmetics-serious lip look that lasts

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Say hello Gorgeous to Ms. Noel Sweeny!
She has a line of cosmetics called
Addiction NV-and whoa is it every purty!

Now I know you are getting ready for Valentines Day-and you may need a look that lasts.

That's where Addiction NV Cosmetics based out of Huntington Beach California comes in.

I'm going to post a bit below about Noel Sweeny and how the makeup line got started, and then I also have a how to video for your 'gettin' gorgeous' routine to celebrate the love in your life and the love your giving to those around you. Remember-you get what you give! So give love!





ADDICTION NV Cosmetics was born out of necessity by renowned make-up artist Noel Sweeny. After working for other cosmetics brands, Noel still wasn’t satisfied with the existing options and was constantly thinking of new ideas, colors, and products to make make-up easier for her customers. Instead of the usual 45 minute make-up lesson using 10 products at a time, Noel found more success by creating the right look for her clients in 5 minutes with just 3 to 4 products. To Noel, “make-up should be quick and customizable; and the “one look fits all” solution never works!”

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Lavanila healthy deoderant-for keeping New York Fashion Week & Valentine's Day fresh

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The Worst No. 6: Maybelline New York Great Lash Washable Mascara in Waterproof, $6.40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.5

"I turned into Ricky Raccoon after just three hours with this mascara on."

The Worst No. 5: CoverGirl Exact Eyelights Eye-Brightening Waterproof Mascara, $7.24

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.1

Readers call this "pure crap," vowing that "this is the last time I buy drugstore items with terrible false advertisements."

The Worst No. 4: Maybelline New York Intense XXL Volume & Length Waterproof Microfiber Mascara, $9.40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.8

"It looked oddly like I was wearing bad fake lashes, like the kind you would find in a 5-year-old's dress-up kit."

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Hello Gorgeous!
Whether you are clacking your stilettos from show to show at the New York Fashion week or getting ready for a Valentine's Day celebration-stay healthy and fresh with my favorite natural deodorant from Lavanila.

The Vanilla Passion Fruit scent from Lavanila is a soft, woody floral scent - but that's what is not important-what is, is the fact that this natural deodorant provides a long lasting odor protection. I use it in the heat of Arizona! So it will work for you in your dash from tent to tent in New York this week as the designers are showing what's new for Fall and if you are going to be in a crowd or sharing a romantic moment-this deodorant will not let you down. Try pairing it with one of the Lavanila roller ball scents! Here's a bit about the Lavanila deodorant from their website:

"This All-Natural, freshly scented deodorant provides superior, long-lasting odor protection.

Soothing essential oils blend with powerful anti-oxidants and beta glucan technology for daily defense & nourishment. Clinically Tested. Dermatologist Recommended. No Harsh Chemicals.

No: Petrochemicals, Phthalates, Propylene glycol, Mineral oils, Silicone, Synthetic dyes, Sulfates, or Parabens.

100% Healthy Skin. "

Get yours at Sephora or on the website at www.lavanila.com

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Sarah Swanson Soy Candles help create the Valentine's Day mood

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Hello Gorgeous,
How are your Valentines Day preparations going?
I encourage you that this season can be a season of love for yourself and those around you.
Maybe you have a significant other, and maybe you don't? No worries-by time you shower kind words, acts of love and compassion on those around you-your love cup will be overflowing!

A great way to create a mood of gratitude in your home is to start by lighting a candle. Sarah’s therapeutic candles are hand poured using 100% soybeans grown in the USA with carefully selected botanical oils. Sealed With a Kiss Candles have proudly been featured on Oprah.com and in magazines such as Women’s Health.

Mission Statement:

To inspire the beauty of loving oneself through high quality skincare treatments, and natural cosmetic products competitively priced to help women and men reveal their true inner beauty.

About Sarah:

Sarah Swanson believes in helping her clients find the perfect balance…feeling and looking healthy. It shouldn’t be so difficult, but in our chaotic daily lives it sometimes does feel like rocket science.

Sarah is well known in Manhattan beauty and health circles for her solid advice and common sense approach to healthy skin, face and body.

Sarah is a licensed aesthetician whose 5th Avenue practice includes VelaShape™, eMatrix™ and ReFirme – the latest techniques in non-invasive laser treatment. Sarah’s advice is solicited regularly by many publications for insight and feedback, including Quest Magazine, Everyday Health and Avenue.

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Valentines Day smiles: make it whiter in 1 hour with Luster

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Howdy Gorgeous!
Valentine's Day is coming!
How's your smile? Pearly? The Luster Oral Care line of whiteners has an at home treatment that has no tooth sensitivity and is affordable and easy to get! Simply visit your local Walmart, Walgreens, Target or order online from Amazon.

It is minty fresh, easy to use, and with a couple of applications-you too will be smiling brightly with your heart full of love on Valentine's Day!

Now this is really important-I encourage you to make yourself a sticky note right now!

Start showing unconditional, random acts of love and joy to those around you.

In my house, we call it the love cup. When my family gets home from being gone all day the cats are crazy! I tell my son, that we have to fill up the cats love cup with pets and ear scratches while speaking kind words to them. Just like when I get him from school-I need to fill up his love cup.

So I share all of this so that you will take a moment and first, fill up your love cup by encouraging yourself. Say good things about you, to you, because you are crazy amazing! Now-fill up your kids and your pets-those who are immediately around you. Next-move onto your workspace and be sure and fill up the love cups there-and go on, and so on and so forth!

You can do it! We are starting a love revolution-right here, right now! I love you!
I'll start you off with a starter drop in your cup today- I love you! You are beautiful just the way you are! God made you perfectly! I'm thankful you are here!

Now go spread it!
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Valentine's Chocolate for your hair with Bio Supplements Cappuccino Rico

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Hello Gorgeous!

One of Allure magazines favorites and mine too! Valentine's day is coming up quick and you still have time to get some of this thick, sweet smelling, super hydrating hair masque from Bio Supplements called Mocha Cappuccino.

The weather is dry-and so is your hair-maybe a bit frizzy? Not after using this one time! I put my sample on after shampooing, then baggied up my hair and wrapped it in a warm towel for 20 minutes. The results? Smooth shapely curls that smelled like one of my favorite coffee drinks!

So why not try some for your Valentine's preparation? To continue in the pledge for an all out love fest this Valentine's day-how about having a spa party at your place for the teen girls you know? Hair masques, and at home spa manicures/pedicures? Be the one to show love first! You can do it-and have a neighborhood of de-frizzed kids too!

I know that once you get thinking of the people in your circle of influence that you can come up with a few person or two that you can show unconditional radical love and encouragement to! Go girl go! You can do it!

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Valentine's Day-rub some Sweet Sugar Darlin' on your dry bits from Dixie Bits

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Hello Gorgeous!
See that tub of rich, moisturizing, winter itchy skin relief? It's called Sweet Sugar Darlin' and it's made by Dixie Bits.

It smells and feels luxurious-and it's a winter skin saver as well as a wonderful way to pamper yourself or your Valentine with something that can say "I love you enough to give your itchy skin some relief-now go shower".

Dixie Bits products have no parabens, or phthalates or harmful ingredients in it. It's a cruelty free product line and the sizes are generous and the prices affordable.

I think you should get some for yourself-and one for a friend!

Please take this year's Valentine's Day as a chance to really reach out and love on the ones around you. Write encouraging sticky notes and slip them on the cubicle desk while the person is gone so they can come back to their desk and be surprised.

I feel so strongly that a wee word of encouragement can change a person's mood, their day, and ultimately their life! And you can be the spark that starts it all!

I pledge to make this Valentine's day the most fun, most loving, most service filled year ever! Won't you join me?
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Reveal the Passion by Halle Berry for Valentines Day

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The Worst No. 6: Maybelline New York Great Lash Washable Mascara in Waterproof, $6.40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.5

"I turned into Ricky Raccoon after just three hours with this mascara on."

The Worst No. 5: CoverGirl Exact Eyelights Eye-Brightening Waterproof Mascara, $7.24

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.1

Readers call this "pure crap," vowing that "this is the last time I buy drugstore items with terrible false advertisements."

The Worst No. 4: Maybelline New York Intense XXL Volume & Length Waterproof Microfiber Mascara, $9.40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.8

"It looked oddly like I was wearing bad fake lashes, like the kind you would find in a 5-year-old's dress-up kit."

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Hi there Gorgeous,
Now with the hoopla of the WM Phoenix Open and Super Bowl 46 over, tis time to get serious and down to business about celebrating for Valentines Day.

I encourage you to rethink the day-please consider it a chance to love unabashedly, with abandon and to practice a multitude of random acts of love and compassion.

Remember-the more you give the more you get! Valentine's day is so win win win-when you focus on loving others, yourself, doing acts of service and love is far better than just focusing on a significant other.

There are many old folks homes that need a sweet smile to come in and hug, play cards and visit. Maybe even your neighbor needs this? What about the children around you? They could use an encouraging and positive word-from you! Care for some stray animals, was the coffee cups at work without being asked-just do something to show love. It will make you feel amazing!

Now-as you know, I'm a fragrance junkie. I love fragrance. Perfume is my favorite accessory. I have been playing with my sample of the new fragrance by Halle Berry made by Coty. I have the notes listed below, and it's a light fruity floral-no wonder I like it. But-one thing-it smells amazing for the first 15 minutes and then starts to fade and in an hour I don't really have much of a scent left? I'm not opposed to reapplying, but there are some fragrances that I put on that don't come off til I shower!

Here's the notes-enjoy!
Top notes of Italian Bergamot, Dewfruit, Freesia and Apple, passionate heart notes of White Champaca and Mangosteen, and sensual drydown notes of Branches of Ambered Okoume, Patchouli and Lusks, the new Revel the Passion is a more alluring interpretation of the original Reveal fragrance.

Available in a 15 ml and a 30 ml at Sears, Kohls and Rite Aid-but, the internets are reporting that they can't find it in the stores? I'll be at Kohls this week and will check-otherwise-I just may have to sparingly use my sample!

The price point is under $30.00.
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Hello Gorgeous!

I've been cooking in the kitchen again-and what started as a post for the beautiful cocktail apron by
Hen House Linens quickly became
an "I Love Lucy" episode at home.


Enjoy the video which in my opinion is a great shot
of the back of my head.

The recipe is on the bottom of this post, anchovies
and all.





Now, this post started for Hen House Linens, and I am wearing the prettiest cocktail apron in the video but due to my funky
framing you can't see me wearing it. I'm wearing the red one as
seen on the lady in this photo on the left. I love the big black
grosgrain ribbon! It's such a pretty accent to a little black dress as you hostess your party!
















When I think of Diane Von Furstenburg - I think of
chic, sophisticated style. Her new fragrance Diane is
exactly that! I have been sampling the creme in this fragrance and it's thick, moisturizing and leaves a
lingering scent of the parfum. It's amazing!









This limited edition Sue Devitt Beauty Day & Night Neutrals palette is available at Sephora.
Get yours before they are gone!
Shelley Winter's Caesar Salad as found in the Dead Celebrity Cook Book
1 head each romaine, iceberg, Boston lettuce,
2 eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 (2 ounce) can anchovies in oil
1 tbs dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Juice of 2 lemons
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 cup croutons
1/c cup Parmesan cheese


Tear lettuce in to bite sized pieces. Coddle eggs. Crack coddled eggs into blender and add vinegar, oil, anchovies, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic and pepper. Blend until ingredients are emulsified. Pour over lettuce. Add croutons and cheese. Toss and serve.


How to Coddle and egg from www.ehow.com
http://www.ehow.com/how_5310075_coddle-egg.html
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