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Nothing adds personality to a room like a wall collage. Not only are wall collages fun to make, but they allow you to express your creativity and showcase multiple pieces of artwork as a collective piece that otherwise might not go together. They also serve as great conversation starters! Read on for some tips to create your very own wall collage!</div>
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<b>1. Select a space for your wall collage.</b> Sometimes, a wall area between two chairs as shown in the picture below works well, a stairwell, the space under the stairs, a wall in your office or study, or in your bedroom. A wall collage can be a great conversation piece, so you might want to select an area where visitors can see it easily. </div>
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<b>2. Select items for your collage.</b> This probably seems like the hardest part, but if y<span style="text-align: center;">ou start with artwork or photos that you already have and like, they can serve as a starting point. Start laying them out on the ground below where your collage will be, and play around with different arrangements. Don't be afraid to add items that are of different shapes, colors and frames. If you notice in the picture below, there is a general color scheme of pinks and greens, but there is also a splash of red and yellow and there are white, silver and black frames. They also added the letter "S" which adds some contrast to the hard lines of the frames. If you need to purchase additional items and most of your collection so far is pretty new looking, don't be afraid to hit up Goodwill or some yard sales to find a few older looking pieces. I think one of the things that makes a wall collage look good is a variety of old and new pieces. Another thing that I think kills the look of a wall collage is too much "word art" or "sayings." You know what I mean...plaques that say things like, "live, love, laugh" or "live each day like it's your last." I think they can be cute, but maybe limit to one per collage. </span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"><b>3. Start hanging! </b>I like to start in the center and work my way out (horizontally and vertically). Using the arrangement that you have on the floor, start transferrng it to the wall piece by piece. You may find along the way that you'd like to change the location of a few items, which is fine! And don't worry about making the amount of space between pieces perfect. It's not possible to keep everything exact unless all of the items that you are using in the collage are exactly the same size. As you can see in the examples below, there are some items in the collage that have more space between them than others. </span><br />
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<b>4. Enjoy your new wall collage! </b>For more inspiration, scroll down! </div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">For example, if you are 38, your target maximum heart rate would be 220-38=182. Here is a chart to help you find your target heart rate for maximum fat burning. I recommend that check your heart rate several times during the workout to see where you are.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">What is a rustic-chic wedding?</span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> It usually includes a rustic venue like a barn, historic site, or even backyard with a mix of earthy and glamorous décor. The contrast of old, historic and earthy versus modern and glamorous is very beautiful and unique. In the picture below you can see the rustic elements including the interior architecture of a barn, colorful pennant garland, and then more modern elements like the white linens and elegant table setting. Find more inspiration for your rustic-chic wedding below!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I have always been a fan of rustic weddings, and in fact my very own wedding had a rustic flare to it, held at <a href="https://www.baldwinhall.org/">Historic Baldwin Hall</a> in </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Millersville</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">, Maryland (pictured above.) There is something really special about old buildings like this one, which was originally built as a church in 1861, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It features gorgeous arched windows, a lofty Victorian tile ceiling, chandeliers and hardwood floors. It also has a full stage, and a tiered balcony overlook. Keep in mind that a venue like this won't be perfect. You may notice some minor flaws, but this is all part of the charm and oldness of the building. To find wedding venues like this, look up the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/nr/">National Register of Historic Places</a> online. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you have ever had a salon gel manicure, you have probably noticed that they look really nice-- they are extra shiny and "thicker" than your regular salon manicure. They also happen to last longer than a regular manicure, anywhere from two to three weeks, which is why they also usually cost more. The average gel manicure costs between $40 and $50. Enter the home gel manicure kits, such as the one shown below. I have had several gel manicures in the salon and was curious to see how the home kits stacked up. Several companies offer them including this one by Sally Hansen, which I picked because it includes everything to get started. I noticed that Gelish, and Azure also have top-selling home gel manicure kits on Amazon. Read below for the review. </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">For product reviews I give between one star</span> <span style="color: magenta; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: medium;">* </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> and 5 stars </span><span style="color: magenta; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: medium;">*****</span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">, one being the lowest rating and 5 the highest. </span><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I give this 4 <span style="color: magenta; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;">**** </span>out of 5 stars. I was very happy with it! Here</span> <span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">is what comes in the Sally Hansen Salon Gel Polish kit. I bought mine at Walgreens, but you can buy them on Amazon, and surely lots of other places online. It comes with an emory board, orange stick, nail polish remover pads, three polishes (base coat, color coat, and top coat), a bottle of pure acetone for removal, and an LED lamp.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Using the emory board and orange stick, I filed my nails and pushed my cuticles back. I used one of the nail polish remover pads to make sure my nail beds were free of any oils, and let them dry. I then applied the base coat and put my hand into the lamp, and pressed the button. I actually pressed the button twice for each step because I wanted to make sure my nails came out completely dry, (which they did by the way). Next, I applied two applications of the color coat, and used the lamp after each coat (again, two cycles of drying). Each time you press the button (or cycle as I say) is 30 seconds, so it's no biggie to do it twice. The only negative thing I have to say about the kit, and why I gave it 4 out of 5 stars, is that when you put your fingers into the lamp after applying the color polish, the nails get so hot that it actually hurts a little. Just a little FYI if you are a sensitive type. Following this step, you apply the topcoat, which really gives it a lot of shine. Again, I do 2 sessions of the 30-seconds under the lamp. I also alternated back and forth between hands to give each hand extra drying time. Otherwise I followed the instructions included with the kit. Last comment, make sure you use one of the nail polish remover wipes to remove the residue after the last step. I didn't realize that I needed to do this when I tried it the first time and kept thinking the nails weren't dry. Once I <read the directions> again, I saw that this is the final step, and that the residue does go away when you do it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I also want to mention something else about this kit that is really good. The lamp is a LED lamp, as opposed to the UV ones, which of course are bad for our skin and can cause skin cancer long-term. Plus, of course UV light can cause pre-mature aging. We don't need to subject ourselves to any of that, now do we? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">So, here is the final result. Overall, I am really happy with it, and think I will buy some more colors to try out. All three of the polishes went on really easily and consistently. There wasn't any streaking or clumps. One thing that I will mention, and that I didn't do well enough here is that you should wipe away any excess polish that gets into cuticle or on the skin before it dries, because it's hard to remove once it does. I definitely think with practice I can get this looking even better. Leave comments below if you have tried this kit or others!</span></div>
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lunch, brunch, made dinner at our house, cooked out at her house, gone out on
the boat, etc… After racking my brain for a while, I finally came up with the idea to do a Mother’s Day Breakfast
Picnic at her house. I like the idea because she doesn't have to go anywhere, and it allows me to make something delicious (hopefully) for her to eat. With some personalized extra touches, it could be a very thoughtful and nice way to celebrate Mother's Day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The idea is to make the food ahead of time (earlier that morning), and then take it to her. Here is what I plan to make. Note, all can be made ahead and then assembled at her house. I will have access to her kitchen, but hope to have nice weather so we can put out a nice tablecloth and eat outside. I will use a casserole carrier that is insulated to keep everything warm. </span></div>
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<span style="color: magenta; font-family: "courier new"; font-size: large;">Menu- Quiche, waffles with fresh fruit, yogurt and syrup, and orange juice!</span><span style="font-family: "courier new";"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">And a personalized decoration, like this! </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">This "MOM" sign is really cute, and could be made out of some letter forms and silk flowers from the dollar store. To make, just cut the heads of the flowers from the stems using a pair of wire cutters and then glue them on to the letter form using a hot glue gun. Very pretty!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The back reads: “Problem skin? Need a quick fix? Here’s the solution-- wonder masks packed with hero ingredients to effortlessly and efficiently banish everyday skin issues. It says it is for “dull and tired skin that needs an energy and moisture boost. It contains Vitamin C and licorice which are both known to help enhance skin radiance and glow. It also contains hyaluronic acid and shea for intense hydration, as well as papaya extract which is rich in omega 6 and 9 essential fatt acids, Vitamins A, C and K.” You are supposed to put a “thick” layer on before going to bed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I have been curious about these micellar water products, and finally broke down and bought this one to try. Micellar water is made up of “micelles ”or tiny balls of cleansing oil molecules suspended in soft water. The micelles are supposed to cling to dirt and oil, thus drawing out impurities. The cleansing water is not supposed to be drying, so it can be used as a facial wash, makeup remover and moisturizer. The back of this product reads: “Active Micellar Water molecules latch onto the dirt, makeup and other impurities on your skin, removing them gently and effectively, Essano Micellar Water leaves your face perfectly cleansed and refreshed. No rinsing needed. Scientifically formulated to remove dirt, oil and makeup without rinsing, support the natural pH balance of your skin; and soothe with certified organic Aloe Vera and Rosehip Oil."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The product description from Amazon says, “Natural extract of roses makes this facial spray very refreshing and stimulating. Helps moisturizers and night creams have better effects in making skin look better with makeup, or "setting" makeup; you'll find dozens of other uses. For male and female athletes, this mist is a great refresher and cleansing aid.” </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><br />Why I gave it 5 stars:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> I used it last night while in the bath, and didn’t notice much, but when I took a shower this morning I noticed layers and layers of dead skin coming off of my face when I used my exfoliator. Since I had used a couple of different products last night, I applied more of the chia seed mask to confirm it was that product that was causing this effect, and it was. When I used it again today, it had the same effect after I rinsed it off and used an exfoliator. It almost seemed like similar effects of a peel. Apparently from what I read online, chia seeds are ultra-hydrating. Other ingredients include sweet almond oil and coumarin. It has a light, sweet smell, and almost like the consistency of yogurt. It feels good on your face. I loved this mask and highly recommend it. I am also going to purchasing more of it and also look into other products that this company makes!</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">White Clay Deep Cleansing Foam by Cleansing Story-</span></b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Rating </span><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">*</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">2. Don't forget to check in online if your airline allows it. Set an alarm on your phone to remind you 10 minutes before the online check-in opens up. <br /><br />3.Use a packing list like the one below. Make copies and keep for future travels.<br /><br />4. Print out your boarding pass/tickets just in case you lose your phone or the battery dies!<br /><br />5.Only pack a carry-on if you can. <br /><br />6. Laying them out on your bed or floor, plan your outfits, down to the shoes and jewelry. Try to pack outfits that all look good with the same pair of shoes to minimize the pairs of shoes you need to pack. Also, a rule of thumb is to pack three tops for each bottom. <br /><br />7. By packing accessories such as scarves and jewelry, you can change the look of an outfit so that it can be worn more than once.<br /><br />8. Pack comfortable shoes. This can't be overstated. <br /><br />9. Pack and then pack again, removing items you don’t need, then again.<br /><br />10. Don’t forget cooler weather items such as a pair of pants and warm jacket, even if you are going somewhere warm. Nights can be cool and weather can change unexpectedly! I have been burned (no pun intended) on this one before. We visited the Florida Keys in December once during a cold snap with record-low temperatures and I had only packed shorts and tees. I ended up needing to buy extra clothes as a result which was a waste of time and money.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br />12. If packing a hat, fill the hat with a tee-shirt so that it doesn’t get crushed under other items. <br /><br />13. If you’re packing a collared shirt, roll up a belt and put it inside the neckline, it will keep its shape.<br /><br />14. Pack charger cords inside a hard eyeglass case. <br /><br />15. Put together an emergency medical kit that includes pain reliever, band aids, pepto bismol and anything else that you personally could need in an emergency based on your own health history. Also, make sure you have enough of your prescription meds. There is nothing worse than getting to a destination and realizing you don’t have enough of your prescriptions to last you. This is a compounded problem if you are traveling abroad. <br /><br />16. Put necklaces through a straw to keep them untangled or put them individually into a pill box. (This doesn’t work for large jewelry.) And, it goes without saying but don’t pack expensive jewelry to travel. <br /><br />17. Use a few plastic Easter eggs to pack hair ties and other little things that you don’t want to get lost. <br /><br />18. Leave hair tools at home, except for a hairbrush. Most hotels provide you with a hairdryer, so you should be able to get away with only packing a brush and flat iron or curling iron.<br /><br />19. Pack a sarong—it can be used as a scarf, towel, dress, blanket, and even folded up as a pillow!<br /><br />20. Purchase colorful luggage. I'm sure you've noticed that most luggage is black, and because of this people sometimes take the wrong luggage home. Another idea is to add colorful luggage tags or a bright ribbon to the handle of your bag. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br /><br />21. Fill a pill case with your medications and label them with a sticker on the outside.<br /><br />22. Use a contact case to store foundation. <br /><br />23. Bring a trash bag for dirties. Better yet, wash your clothes while you are there if you can! If you have access to a washer/dryer, you can significantly cut down on how much you need to pack. <br /><br />24. Fill travel containers with shampoo and conditioner, then keep them in your suitcase so they are already packed when you are ready to travel. <br /><br />25. Put plastic wrap inside the tops of shampoo and conditioner to prevent leaking. <br /><br />26. When packing toiletries (especially liquid items that can spill) I like to use travel size bottles, and then pack into a zip lock bag. Then, I place inside a shoebox inside my carry on. This prevents the bottles from being crushed and spilling.<br /><br />27. Relax, and enjoy the trip knowing you packed just what you needed and nothing more!</span> <br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: medium;">I am going to show you how to make a fabric headband like the one shown here. It's pretty easy and takes minimal supplies. The combinations of headband shapes<span style="font-size: small;"></span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"></span> and fabric choices are endless, so you can put your own personal touch on it! Read on to find out how to get started!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><b><u><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Step 1:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Gather Supplies. You will need a plastic headband (I bought mine at the dollar store, and it came in a pack of 3 I believe); fabric that can be cut into 1.5" long strips; scissors; a glue gun and glue</span></span><span style="font-size: large;">.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><b><u><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Step 2:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Tie one end of the fabric to the end of the headband. A single knot will do</span></span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><b><u><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Step 3:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Begin wrapping the fabric around the headband. Keep it as tight as you can as you do this and also try to keep the trailing edge turned under (the leading edge will be covered with the next wrap.) Every 5 or 6 wraps, put a dot of glue to help keep the fabric secure and tight, ideally on the underside of the headband. When you get to the spot where the rings connect on the headband (as shown below), wrap it over to the other side covering as much of the connecting piece as you can. Then wrap back over to the original side that you started on. There is no right or wrong way to do this, and you can experiment with the best ways to wrap these connecting areas so that none of the plastic shows.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Some of you may be asking how composting fits into the theme
of my blog “Pretty in the City,” and I have to admit it’s not the most glamorous topic.
However, I do think that taking care of the earth is everyone’s responsibility, and if
we all make an effort, we can make a difference! Also, it makes you feel good
to take care of the earth, thus making you feel “your prettiest on the inside! “
How does it help the earth? By saving your fruits, vegetables and egg
shells for the compost bin, they don’t go to the landfill! And after the composting
material is made and used, it adds rich organic matter back into your local environment,
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">So, composting. What is it, and why should you do it?
Composting is a way of creating super-rich, organic soil that can be used for
gardening, in your yard or for potted plants. It is made from things you
already have, and that you probably throw away in the garbage daily. If you
have a yard or a place that you can collect leaves and twigs from, and you also
eat vegetables, fruit, or eggs, then you have everything you need for
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hand-made 3 ft x 3 ft. x 3 ft. bin that you make out of wood or stakes and chicken wire. It should be in the shade. The other option is a composting bin
that you purchase from Home Depot or online. These are nice because they are
self-contained, have a locking door to keep animals out, and spin, which is an
easy way to mix your compost. They are more expensive of course. I ordered the one pictured below from Amazon. </span></div>
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sawdust, wood chips, branches, shredded paper such as newsprint and cardboard,
nut shells, coffee filters, and even shredded wool and cotton. The picture below is of the inside of my compost bin, showing the brown biodegradables and then some veggie scraps that I threw on top. </span></div>
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I bought black Rit Dye and following the directions on the package for a cotton-blend shirt, made a batch of dye and submerged the entire shirt into the dye. You should check on the color periodically until you reach the color that you want. Obviously, the longer you leave it in the dye, the darker the color will be. For this shirt I left it in the dye for about 50 minutes because I wanted it pretty dark. You will want to rinse the item (I used my kitchen sink) until the water runs clear and then run it through the wash (by itself.) I allowed it to air dry. Then, I picked up some buttons from Joanne Fabrics and added them along the neckline. That's it and now it's one of my favorite tops. The only precaution I will give is to wash any items that you dye with Rit separately for a while. Also, this top should probably be hand-washed because of the buttons. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">I have been trying to eat healthier recently, and have stumbled upon a pretty easy-to-make and delicious salad that I thought I’d
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">1 Chicken Breast (115 calories if you use half of a breast) </span></div>
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1<span style="font-family: "calibri";">. <b>Eat More Fiber</b>. Under Armour’s MyFitness Pal app
examined data from users who came within 5 % of their weight
loss goals. The only difference in their diets as compared to users who did not reach their weight loss goals
was that they ate 29 percent more fiber, and that they did 5% more exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic, women 50 and under should have 25 grams per day and women 51 and older should have 21 grams per day. Here are some good sources of fiber: bran cereal, cauliflower,
almonds, cashews, beans and peas, brussel sprouts; oatmeal, pears, citrus fruit
and apples, whole grains, and vegetables. As for why eating more fiber helps us lose weight? Researchers think that fiber fills us
up better partly because it takes longer to digest, therefore curbing cravings. Also, m</span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">ake sure you drink lots of water so you don’t
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Eat a Bigger Breakfast and a Smaller Dinner.</b>
Have you ever heard the saying, "Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince
and dinner like a pauper."? Studies now point to this as being a key to losing
weight, and it makes sense…we need more calories at the beginning of the day,
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an old trick, but apparently is still recommended. It fills you up and you eat
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contribute to obesity. A loss of even 30 minutes of sleep during the week
raised the risk for obesity significantly. Lack of sleep has also been linked
to overeating the next day, which can be as much as 20 percent. </span></div>
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</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>The Mediterranean Diet Wins Again!</b> This is not
new news, but it is still true that people who consume foods rich in olive oil
or nuts lost more weight than people who are limiting their general fat intake.
The other plus side of this of course, is that the Mediterranean diet is also
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Work Out First Thing In the Morning</b>. And, if you work out before breakfast it may help you
consume less throughout the day. This is not to say that you should skip
breakfast though, just workout before you have breakfast. </span></div>
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</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Count Your Calories.</b> Exercise has
less effect on our weight as our diet, so to see the scale move in the downward
direction you will need to consume less. Use a calorie tracker like “MyFitnessPal,”
which is free. If you aren’t sure of how many calories you should be consuming
per day to lose weight, check out this <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss/itt-20084941">tool</a> at Mayo Clinic. Don’t forget to
talk with your doctor about any new diet or exercise plan. </span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Weigh Yourself Every Day</b>. The old recommendation
was to weigh yourself once per week, but researchers now recommend that you
step on the scale every morning at the same time. This helps to keep you on
track, and correct for slight gains quickly. </span></div>
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<span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">9.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt "Times New Roman"; margin: 0px;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> <b>Exercise.</b> Do 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise
per day, 5 times per week for weight loss. Don’t forget the diet component
mentioned above, because that is key! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">https://www.washingtonpost.com/apps/g/page/mobile/national/fiber-the-least-sexy-weight-loss-tool/1940/</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: calibri;">http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983?pg=2</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Every now and then we can find
ourselves in a rut. Whether it’s due to a negative life event or just a case of
the “blahs,” here are some ideas to get you back on track. </span></div>
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your doctor before starting any new exercise programs, supplements, or diets.
This information is not meant to substitute for a doctor’s advice. <span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>If you are having thoughts of harming yourself
or others, call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at
800-273-8255. It is a free, confidential call and available 24 hours per day. </span></i></div>
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to exercise as being one of the best treatments for anxiety and depression. The
Mayo Clinic recommends doing 30 minutes or more per day for three to five days
per week, although even 10 to 15 minutes of exercise can help. How does
exercise help us to feel better? When we exercise, the brain releases
neurotransmitters, endorphins and endocannabinoids, which are all considered “feel-good”
brain chemicals. Exercise also helps to reduce immune system chemicals that can
worsen depression and increase body temperature which has a calming effect on
the body! </span></div>
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<span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">2.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt "Times New Roman"; margin: 0px;"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Drink Water and Eat Right! </span><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">The recommended amount of fluids is 9 cups
or 2.2 liters per day according to the Mayo Clinic, so drink up! Other benefits of drinking enough water include more radiant skin and eyes, and overall the body functions at its best when it is well hydrated. Also, some people may not realize
that our diets can have a profound effect on our brain and mental health. According
to the Harvard Health Blog article, “Nutritional psychiatry: Your brain on food,”
people who take probiotics (supplements that contain good bacteria for your gut)
their anxiety levels, perception of stress and mental outlook improve, compared
with those who did not take probiotics. Also, people who eat either
Mediterranean diets or traditional Japanese diets have 25% to 35% lower risk
for depression.</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">These diets are high
in fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts and unprocessed grains. Another possible key
to these diets is that they don’t contain processed and refined foods and
sugars, and many of the unprocessed foods are fermented and act as natural
probiotics. </span></div>
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recommends 7 to 9 hours per night. </span></div>
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list each morning of three things to accomplish, and then do them first thing.
It’s amazing how feeling productive effects your overall feeling of self-worth
and happiness. Tackle the hardest chores first to feel extra productive and
then keep going if you are on a roll!</span></div>
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of free meditations on Itunes. Two of my favorites are “Meditation Oasis” and “Meditation
Station by Stin Hansen.” </span><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">There is an
abundance of evidence regarding the positive effects of meditation on our
mental AND physical health. Carve out an extra 10 minutes in the morning and
see how it can change your mindset for the whole day!</span></div>
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sign up to volunteer for an organization that interests you, or you could reach
out to someone in your family or community that needs help. It feels good to
help others. Sometimes, simply doing something for an immediate family member that you don't normally do is really appreciated by them and also makes you feel good. </span></div>
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friends from high school, throw a little neighborhood cookout, or invite your mother-in-law
to lunch.</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">There is something about
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literally can clutter our minds, or at least add unnecessary stress to our
everyday lives. There is truly something stressful about looking at piles of
junk around your house. It can be overwhelming to get started with de-cluttering, so here is a
great tip taken from one of my favorite books with a really weird name</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">, “</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Sink Reflections,”by Marla Cilley.
She suggests that you look for a set number of items each day to get rid of. You
can keep a box in the hall closet where you keep these items and then sell them
on Ebay, offer to family or friends or donate to charity. By making it a habit,
it’s not so overwhelming and eventually helps you to reach your goal of being
clutter free! For cleaning, Cilley also suggests setting a timer for a specific
amount of time and limiting yourself to cleaning one room as fast as you can
during this time, until moving on to the next room. I love this idea, because
you really can make a big impact on your whole house in a short amount of time
if you move fast. It’s amazing how much we can get done when we are timing
ourselves! If you are wondering about the title of her book, “Sink Reflections,”
it refers to the one thing she wants all of her readers to do first thing when
they wake up—clean their sink so that it shines and you can see your reflection. She believes that it all starts in
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invest. Or maybe you are thinking of a career change but aren’t sure how to get
going with it. One of the things that I do is listen to podcasts on Itunes. It
is an unbelievable resource for pretty much any topic under the sun. One of my
favorites, which helped motivate me to start writing for this blog again
is called, “ A Better Life with Rachel Rofe- Practical personal development for
an amazing life and business.” Here are some of the podcasts that I have
listened to of hers that are phenomenal: “How to have a better day with 5
minute morning boosters;” “How to keep reinventing yourself with Thai Nguyen,” “How
to feel highly energized and healthy: an interview with Shawn Stevenson,” and “How
to get through a dark period.” So, check out her podcast or another one that
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soul. But for you maybe it’s the beach or a local park. Or even a stroll
through your neighborhood. Being outside, especially on a nice day is good for
your mood, and it’s also good for your Vitamin D intake which we get from the
sun. Not getting enough Vitamin D can have a negative affect on our moods. This
is why some people have a harder time with depression in the winter, because
they are not outdoors as much and getting less natural sunlight. Of course, don’t
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Okay, I really do love Younique makeup. I would like to make some recommendations, if I may... Here are by far, Younique's best sellers and also my personal favorites. For each of these, I tried them once and never went back to another brand. A little disclosure here, I do sell Younique. I fell in love with the products mentioned above and decided I might as well get a discount by selling them since I knew I'd be buying more in the future. Scroll down to see the three must-haves!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here is a link to my page if you are interested in checking any of these products out! </span><a href="https://www.youniqueproducts.com/EricaHergenroeder/party/6117485/view"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">click here to shop!</span></a></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Item #1- Mineral Touch Liquid Foundation.</span></b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> It is amazing, and will make your skin look perfect. You put it on with a foundation brush (can be purchased at any drugstore or Younique sells very nice brushes too). What is nice about the foundation is that you can apply it light or heavier for full coverage as you need. I tried it once and was completely hooked. See below for some before and afters, and also a color chart to help you match. Younique also allows you to return anything that you don't love for a 100% refund.</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">For my birthday this year I
received my very own Aeropilates machine! I had been dropping hints to
my husband about wanting a reformer for a few months, but have to admit I had
never heard of the Aeropilates machine until I received one as a gift. I was
really excited to try it out. I’m not really the gym-going type so I had never
used a reformer before purchasing the Aeropilates. The core-building benefits
of Pilates always appealed to me though, and it looked like a </span><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">graceful, fun, low-impact and creative form of
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">My husband and I worked on the
assembly together and it took us about 45 minutes start to finish. </span><span style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">The construction seems pretty sturdy, and it
is rated for up to 250 lbs. It comes with a curved, wide foot bar and a trampoline
attachment. The bar is used for your more traditional Pilates exercises and the
trampoline is used for the cardiovascular workout. I like doing a workout that
combines some traditional Pilates moves with segments of cardio, so I keep the
trampoline attachment on it all the time. It also comes with two instructional
DVD’s and a poster (see below), that shows the various exercises that can be
done with the machine. I only needed to watch the DVD’s once and glance over
the poster to get going, and I have created my own personalized workout from
that information. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">The machine has four heavy-duty,
elastic cords that can be adjusted to add or decrease resistance during the workout.
I usually keep it on 3 or 4 cords during the rebounding and leg exercises using
the ropes and then 2 or 3 for upper body exercises using the ropes. It’s
interesting that by going from 4 cords to 3 during the rebounding actually
works different muscles—4 cords works my legs and butt and 3 cords works my abs
more. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">I have used the machine every day
for a month now and can definitely feel a difference in my body. I feel more
toned and feel like my posture is better. I have also lost about 5 lbs., which
I wasn’t necessarily expecting. Prior to this I primarily did aerobic workouts
at home and jogged, and I wasn’t sure if the Pilates workouts would burn as
many calories or not. I really like the movements of the Pilates routines, as
they stretch your muscles in addition to strengthening them. I especially feel
the stretching when I am doing leg exercises with the ropes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">A few features that I think could
be improved upon: 1) The ropes are a little squeaky. I have gotten used to the
noise, but it might be annoying to some people. 2) The ropes are a tad hard to
adjust. If you need to change the length of the ropes you have to undo the knot
that tied onto the straps and then I found it a little challenging to get both
ropes exactly the same length this way. For me this isn’t a big issue because I
don’t change the length of my ropes, but if multiple people were using the same
machine it might become cumbersome. </span></div>
<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Overall, I love the machine and
highly recommend it! Please feel free to ask any questions or leave comments
below! Please scroll down for my workout, it's great for beginners! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Here is my workout: Approximately
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">4 cords/bouncing on rebounder</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">25 split jump</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">6-10 sets of 10/The hundred</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">25 Wide leg circles clockwise</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">4 cords/bouncing on rebounder (repeat this 2-4 times)</span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">2 cords/Ropes/arms- sitting position facing ropes</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">25 Reverse arm extensions</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">50 Right Side lying jumping with upper leg (lower leg extended slightly
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">50 Left Side lying jumping with upper leg (lower leg extended slightly
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">2 cords/ Ropes/ Sitting up facing rebounder</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">25 Serve the Brownies</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">25 Tree Hugger</span></div>
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This is a lace tablecloth that is really a pair of curtains from a second-hand shop. The plates are all different styles, from the same place. I used large water glasses as vases, which could also be given as favors! <br />
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If you are looking for a fun idea for a birthday, bachelor party, rehearsal dinner or company event, you should consider throwing a casino party! It is a super-fun way to celebrate just about any occasion, but is especially fun for a guy's birthday. I threw a 40th surprise birthday party for my husband, and it was really fun! Below are some pictures and ideas if you'd like to try something similar!</div>
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Decorations were pretty easy! Black tablecloths, and red dupioni silk drapes (I had these from another event that I had done but you could use a faux silk drape). I bought red, black and white plates and napkins from Party City and scattered playing cards over the tables too.</div>
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Easiest decoration ever! Simply use a hot glue gun to glue cards to a red ribbon. Buy the cards at the dollar store-- two packs for a dollar! </div>
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Here is another really easy decoration idea. Buy a bag of dice (you can find them wholesale online or buy at the dollar store.) Use red carnations or roses. Super pretty!</div>
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Have you ever wished that you could have a beautiful, huge dream closet like you see in magazines, you know complete with a chandelier, built-in shelving and even furniture? Over-the-top closets aren't just for celebrities anymore, and you don't need a space the size of a football field in order to have a fun, functional and personalized dressing area. If your master bedroom doesn't have a large walk-in or an adjoining sitting room, you could consider using a corner of your bedroom or a guest room. </div>
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Regardless of the space that you select, your "dream closet" shouldn't be hard to create-- it should be easy because it should be all the things you love (but might not use elsewhere in the house). But this is YOUR space, so decorate it with YOUR style! Another way to think about it is as if it were your own personal boutique where everything is your size! Think about how your favorite boutiques look and feel, and then try to re-create that. </div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Here are some ideas for creating your own dream closet!</span> </strong></div>
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<li>Select the space you would like to use whether it's your walk-in, an adjoining sitting room, a guest room or just a corner of your bedroom.</li>
<li>Hang a huge mirror with an ornate frame in silver or gold. </li>
<li>Purchase a fun piece of furniture that you can lounge on (while contemplating your outfits for the day.) This could be a small sofa, ottoman, chaise lounge or anything else. Don't forget a fun rug too!</li>
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<li>Hang lots of glass shelves along one wall for displaying your prettiest shoes. Add track lighting to show them off. (Hide the ugly ones, or better yet get rid of them!) </li>
<li>Install built-in shelving in varying heights (Create spaces with a bar for hanging clothes and others for folded items like sweaters.) If you can't do built-ins, consider purchasing stand-alone shelving. </li>
<li>Add a table in the center of the space which can be used for arranging accessories such as scarves, jewelry, etc...</li>
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<li>If you need extra space for hanging clothes, purchase a clothing rack (a steel one that is sturdy) and place it in the corner with your favorite items only. Plan out your outfits and then hang them grouped together here.</li>
<li>Hang a chandelier in the center of the room.</li>
<li>Purchase a dress form, a great way to try out different outfits and it looks so cool too!</li>
<li>Since this is your space, try personalizing it with a splash of your favorite color. Try painting one wall with this color and then add coordinating furniture and accessories. </li>
<li>Consider wallpaper. Bold graphic patterns or vertical stripes add personality and provide an interesting backdrop for your clothing. </li>
<li>Add glamourous fixtures. An antique-looking doorknob adds a beatiful touch and you can go one step further and add similar dresser drawer pulls to really pull the look together!</li>
<li>Add an inspiration board or pretty corkboard to display magazine clippings of your favorite outfits.</li>
<li>Display a few framed photographs with fancy frames (think bold silver or rhinestone frames). </li>
<li>Add some style books to the shelf. </li>
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