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Snow got to you yet? Try a massage @MassageEnvy

We tried it and loved it! I am sure we are all done with snow and the aches and pains that come along with it. Maybe you forgot that Valentine’s Day is coming up so why not treat yourself to a massage or treat your hubby to one!

Massage Envy Spa has some great services and they also are a membership spa. What is really nice is you can join and then decide each month if you want a massage or facial. I had not had a massage in years and while it took time to relax the benefits afterwards were great. I was calm and ready for bed! You can customize your massage with what you need – a deep tissue, sports massage, foot massage or prenatal. They even have a sugar foot scrub therapy as an add on. I opted for a regular massage with a focus on cranial sacral therapy as I do get headaches a lot.  For Valentine’s Day why not try it? They also have a room where you can get side by side massages!  They do offer a three month special at $179.97 if you want to try it out. The monthly membership dues are $59.99 and if another family member joins they can add on for $49.99. This is the perfect gift for this long winter.  And for all you wondering if your guy will like it – he will – especially if he has been shoveling for the last few weeks!

Disclosure: Massage Envy sent my husband and I gift cards for the massage. All opinions are my own.

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Snow got to you yet? Try a massage @MassageEnvy

We tried it and loved it! I am sure we are all done with snow and the aches and pains that come along with it. Maybe you forgot that Valentine’s Day is coming up so why not treat yourself to a massage or treat your hubby to one!

Massage Envy Spa has some great services and they also are a membership spa. What is really nice is you can join and then decide each month if you want a massage or facial. I had not had a massage in years and while it took time to relax the benefits afterwards were great. I was calm and ready for bed! You can customize your massage with what you need – a deep tissue, sports massage, foot massage or prenatal. They even have a sugar foot scrub therapy as an add on. I opted for a regular massage with a focus on cranial sacral therapy as I do get headaches a lot.  For Valentine’s Day why not try it? They also have a room where you can get side by side massages!  They do offer a three month special at $179.97 if you want to try it out. The monthly membership dues are $59.99 and if another family member joins they can add on for $49.99. This is the perfect gift for this long winter.  And for all you wondering if your guy will like it – he will – especially if he has been shoveling for the last few weeks!

Disclosure: Massage Envy sent my husband and I gift cards for the massage. All opinions are my own.

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Winter Fashions: #Winter Boots #SickofSnow #SickofSickness

Yup…..There is more snow today and more snow on the way! Usually we have not seen snow like this back to back to back to back!  As you can see from this not so great photo, the snow keeps piling up in the front of our circle. There is just no place to put the snow! I would have taken a better photo but this is my spot for today, working from home as I am not feeling great. Let’s save the sickness post for another time as there has been some crazy viruses lingering!

In addition to my PR work I teach communications at a nearby college and so far we have had two classes cancelled. Trying to catch up has been hard. Trying to stay fashionable in this weather is even harder (it is a fashion communications course after all!) You can’t really wear nice boots in this weather and let’s face it snow boots are not the best fashion choice. Here have been my two options these last few days and I would like to change it up a bit. You know what comes up when you google fashionable snow boots? Uggs, North Face and LLBean boots – not the nicest looking boots to pair with leggings and a dress. For this dilemma I will turn to Glamour magazine. Looking to step up your snow boot selection a notch?  Here from Glamour are a few ideas!

Snow…sigh!

My Bulky Snow Boots!
My Bulky Snow Boots!
Snow, snow go away!
Snow, snow go away!
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Winter Fashions: #Winter Boots #SickofSnow #SickofSickness

Yup…..There is more snow today and more snow on the way! Usually we have not seen snow like this back to back to back to back!  As you can see from this not so great photo, the snow keeps piling up in the front of our circle. There is just no place to put the snow! I would have taken a better photo but this is my spot for today, working from home as I am not feeling great. Let’s save the sickness post for another time as there has been some crazy viruses lingering!

In addition to my PR work I teach communications at a nearby college and so far we have had two classes cancelled. Trying to catch up has been hard. Trying to stay fashionable in this weather is even harder (it is a fashion communications course after all!) You can’t really wear nice boots in this weather and let’s face it snow boots are not the best fashion choice. Here have been my two options these last few days and I would like to change it up a bit. You know what comes up when you google fashionable snow boots? Uggs, North Face and LLBean boots – not the nicest looking boots to pair with leggings and a dress. For this dilemma I will turn to Glamour magazine. Looking to step up your snow boot selection a notch?  Here from Glamour are a few ideas!

Snow…sigh!

My Bulky Snow Boots!
My Bulky Snow Boots!
Snow, snow go away!
Snow, snow go away!
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fashions weather

Winter Fashions: #Winter Boots #SickofSnow #SickofSickness

Yup…..There is more snow today and more snow on the way! Usually we have not seen snow like this back to back to back to back!  As you can see from this not so great photo, the snow keeps piling up in the front of our circle. There is just no place to put the snow! I would have taken a better photo but this is my spot for today, working from home as I am not feeling great. Let’s save the sickness post for another time as there has been some crazy viruses lingering!

In addition to my PR work I teach communications at a nearby college and so far we have had two classes cancelled. Trying to catch up has been hard. Trying to stay fashionable in this weather is even harder (it is a fashion communications course after all!) You can’t really wear nice boots in this weather and let’s face it snow boots are not the best fashion choice. Here have been my two options these last few days and I would like to change it up a bit. You know what comes up when you google fashionable snow boots? Uggs, North Face and LLBean boots – not the nicest looking boots to pair with leggings and a dress. For this dilemma I will turn to Glamour magazine. Looking to step up your snow boot selection a notch?  Here from Glamour are a few ideas!

Snow…sigh!

My Bulky Snow Boots!
My Bulky Snow Boots!
Snow, snow go away!
Snow, snow go away!
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Skin Needs a Boost? Try @FirstAidBeauty

As a busy mom the winter season always brings dry skin. You want an extra boost of moisture? Try FAB  – First Aid Beauty products.

I just tested out the ultra repair liquid recovery at night and when I woke up my skin was the most moisturized I have ever felt. It is very liquidy so be careful it does not slide off you fingers when you apply.

If you are looking for an eye cream for the day time that gives that bright eye appearance, try the eye duty triple remedy. It has a stainless steel applicator so it blends in the product very nicely.  It also brightens the eye area with light reflecting pigments for smooth skin.

At night the triple remedy overnight balm is what the delicate eye area needs for extra moisture and you can use it on your eye lids as well. It is very thick and it is a bit hard to get out of the little pot but I do like the way it goes on and instantly soaks in.

Finally the ultra repair cream provides instant relief for stressed skin and is a great moisturizer especially for winter and works wonders on those with any kind of skin irritation such as eczema or psoriasis.

Disclosure: FAB sent me the above products to test out. All opinions are my own.

FAB products for eye - day and night!
FAB products for eye – day and night!

 

 

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Going on a trip? #travelgear #travelbeauty

We have a few family trips planned for the next 6 months including NYC, Disney and New Hampshire. With four of us, that is a lot of luggage and especially with an overnight trip you don’t want to pack too much and you want it to be organized. I also tend to leave everything in my suitcase so that is why I love this overnight bag from Laurie Greiner @QVC.  The weekend bag with snap in toiletry case is from the shark tank beauty. side note – she IS smart, successful and beautiful!. My kids and I just love shark tank! What I love about this must have travel bag is the size as it’s perfect for short trips. When my husband saw it he even said he is going to take it on business trips so I am glad they sent me the black one! It also has multi-directional wheels so it is so easy to move through the airport. The additional features include: a clear cosmetics organizer, mobile device pocket and telescoping handle.

She does have some other neat travel items. Check out all the travel items on QVC as well as the beauty travel items. Most brands have some great sets, like this one from WEN. The WEN ultimate cleanse and style travel gift set has everything from the line that you will need in mini sizes. I especially think the packets of the cleansing conditioner are great as they take up less space in your bag! This kit includes the styling cream, the mousse, the replenishing treatment mist, treatment oil, glossing serum and a travel pouch. Also, if you have not tried this line before this kit is the best way to try out the products.

Happy Travels!

Disclosure: QVC sent me the above items to review and test out. All opinions are my own.

 

@QVC Laurie Greiner weekend bag
@QVC Laurie Greiner weekend bag

 

@QVC WEN by Chaz Dean Ultimate Cleanse and Style Travel Gift Set
@QVC WEN by Chaz Dean Ultimate Cleanse and Style Travel Gift Set
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Going on a trip? #travelgear #travelbeauty

We have a few family trips planned for the next 6 months including NYC, Disney and New Hampshire. With four of us, that is a lot of luggage and especially with an overnight trip you don’t want to pack too much and you want it to be organized. I also tend to leave everything in my suitcase so that is why I love this overnight bag from Laurie Greiner @QVC.  The weekend bag with snap in toiletry case is from the shark tank beauty. side note – she IS smart, successful and beautiful!. My kids and I just love shark tank! What I love about this must have travel bag is the size as it’s perfect for short trips. When my husband saw it he even said he is going to take it on business trips so I am glad they sent me the black one! It also has multi-directional wheels so it is so easy to move through the airport. The additional features include: a clear cosmetics organizer, mobile device pocket and telescoping handle.

She does have some other neat travel items. Check out all the travel items on QVC as well as the beauty travel items. Most brands have some great sets, like this one from WEN. The WEN ultimate cleanse and style travel gift set has everything from the line that you will need in mini sizes. I especially think the packets of the cleansing conditioner are great as they take up less space in your bag! This kit includes the styling cream, the mousse, the replenishing treatment mist, treatment oil, glossing serum and a travel pouch. Also, if you have not tried this line before this kit is the best way to try out the products.

Happy Travels!

Disclosure: QVC sent me the above items to review and test out. All opinions are my own.

 

@QVC Laurie Greiner weekend bag
@QVC Laurie Greiner weekend bag

 

@QVC WEN by Chaz Dean Ultimate Cleanse and Style Travel Gift Set
@QVC WEN by Chaz Dean Ultimate Cleanse and Style Travel Gift Set
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Winter Weather! Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015

The french toast was made last night in preparation for the storm. Yes, that is correct – I MADE french toast and did not take it out of the box from the freezer.  Kids are playing outside, dog is barely going out and I am working from home today. We are very lucky that we have power and are safe inside. Here are just a few scenes from the blizzard of 2015 or as they are calling it Juno.

Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015
Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015
Scenes from #Juno
Scenes from #Juno
Scenes of a winter storm
Scenes of a winter storm
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Winter Weather! Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015

The french toast was made last night in preparation for the storm. Yes, that is correct – I MADE french toast and did not take it out of the box from the freezer.  Kids are playing outside, dog is barely going out and I am working from home today. We are very lucky that we have power and are safe inside. Here are just a few scenes from the blizzard of 2015 or as they are calling it Juno.

Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015
Scenes from #Juno #Blizzardof2015
Scenes from #Juno
Scenes from #Juno
Scenes of a winter storm
Scenes of a winter storm