Amish Furniture

Traditional amish furniture is very beautiful and classy. I wish to have them when we have our own house. I saw the bedroom furniture set and they are so beautiful. I can just imagine if I will add hand made Amish quilts, I am sure it will be a great sight to see. Those Amish quilts are made of the finest materials.

Did you know that amish furniture can be a great handcrafted gift for friends and love ones? This furniture will last for generations to come. It can be kept as family heirlooms.

Shorts

Before we went home to Philippines early this year, I bought hubby some shorts and shirts because I know he won't be using jeans a lot. With the very hot and humid temperature, I know he will be more comfortable wearing shorts. I bought him some levis and some carhartt shorts and to be honest, we left most of them to my brothers. Now that it is already getting hot, I know hubby needs new shorts for summer. I will just wait for another set of GC to arrive in the mail before I will go shopping. I am trying really hard not to spend money because I know we are financially tight.

Tights, Leggings and Socks

A friend invited me to go shopping with her. We went to the outlet mall. I bought Andrea's favorite Red Mango Yogurt and french fries. After eating we went to GAP.

I bought 2 sets of leggings, 2 sets of tights and 2 socks. Including the tax, I only paid $5.30! I used my gift card for this purchase and I was glad to know that I still have $17.11 left on my GC.

Gardening in Style

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Gardening is a hobby that is not just good for your health as it is a good way to sweat your impurities but it is also an activity that is good for family bonding too.  Planting some vegetables and flowers has been a fun activity for the whole family.  My little girl is enjoying it as much as we do.  Now, she loves to water them and look at our plants.  She is awaiting for our tomatoes to bear fruits.  I can say that my daughter is still stylish even when gardening.  She wear her cute little Dora gardening gloves.  She has little shovel and other gardening tools in her gardening bag.  She looks so cute and ready to do some work.

Every year, we try to do something new in our garden.  This year, we will try the Expand ‘n Gro™ Planting Mix.  This is made of all-natural ingredients.  This product has absorbent coir fibers which will retain up to 50% moisture.  Expand 'n Gro Planting Mix will transform any soil into an ideal growing environment whether it is in ground or in pots.  Because it is specially formulated, it will help get great results and higher yields.

Anyway, check the video above on how this Planting Mix becomes different from any other.  Check their website for more information too.  And, lastly comment in this blog post and you might can win a sample of the product mentioned.

Summer Fashion Trends 2012

Summer cannot come soon enough, especially for designers unleashing bold prints and plenty of color to brighten our days along with the sunshine.† The coming season brings flare and drama, encouraging fearlessness in more than one trend. If your closet ebbs and flows with the trends and you desire a say in what everyone is wearing, study fashion design and have a hand in every season's list of top styles.† For now, we see what designers have envisioned us in during the coming season.

Be Bold

Letís start with what is cheering us up this year.† Apple red, turquoise, and lime are just a few of the colors splashing the runways and making us smile.† Above all, you cannot go wrong by stepping out in yellow.† Be it soft, bright, banana, or lemon curd, dash your look with yellow and you will be sure to shine.† And gone are the dark days of silver and greyóturn to gold to warm up your wardrobe and glamorize your ensemble.

Take those colors and lift your mood more when daring to print.† Be bold in paisley with a sprinkle of hot pink or a dip into jewel tones according to Stella McCartney and JW Anderson.† Paisley, of course, goes perfectly with more paisley.† Mismatched swirls of pattern are on the flowing skirts of Emilio Pucci.† Other patterns showing this season include grids and checkers striking a geometric chord at the hands of Christian Dior and Marios Schwab.

Flora and Fauna

When finding the right prints, be on the lookout for a bouquet of flowers or leopard vying for your attention.† Floral patterns are blooming everywhere and in every color, unafraid to blanket your wardrobe.† Animal prints are also craving warmer weather, from spotted gowns to cocktail dresses helping you roar into the evening.† Casual khaki paired with classic white or daring techno touches complete the safari ensemble. The African influence continues to be pervasive as raffia, tribal art, and intricate beading combine with other traditional allusions on the runway.†

Lighter Fare

If you prefer, dial down the daring and instead lighten up with pastels and lace this season.† Louis Vuitton and Chanel softened the runway with pieces bathed in sherbet purples, blues, and pinks to usher in the summer breeze.† When it comes to lace, Valentino and Miu Miu keep you cool and fashionable.† †Head-to-toe lace in every color creates a complete outfit worthy of Valentinoís vision for this summerís style.

Opt for colorless in classic white according to Diane Von Furstenberg and Stella McCartney.† Crisp lines and clean, fresh cotton prepare you perfectly for your sunny brunch whereas Louis Vuitton and Dolce&Gabbanna prefer lace and sheer silks before Labor Day.†

Current Events

Current cultural happenings are also making their mark on style these days.† As The Great Gatsby is set to release this year, the roaring 20ís are showing up in 2012 by way of flapper dresses, drop waists by Versus and tasseled trims by Gucci.† Daisy Buchanan would be proud of Marchesaís lavish beading and Ralph Laurenís generosity with ostrich feathers that adorn this glamorous silhouette.†

However, lest we not forget about Fifties Americana led by Prada and Marc Jacobs. †Stars, and stripes, patchwork and leather summon the cowgirl in all of us while prim plaids and preppy pastels paired with catís eye sunglasses evoke ìretro Americana.î† Back in the present, the 2012 London Olympics has inspired Victoria Bekham, DKNY, and Marc Jacobs to dress the athlete in all of us.† Sporty is stylish in performance fabrics and feminine lines of orange, royal blue, and bright green.†

Taking a look around the fashion blogging world, we find new statements preparing us for warmer weather and fun in the sun. No matter the era, there is plenty to be excited about when preparing your closet for the coming summer.† Look forward to days full of life and light as the clouds part for the trends to dazzle.

Article Sources

Fashion Trends (2012) Vogue

Fashion Trend Report (2012) Telegraph

30 Fashion Trend Resolutions (2012) Glamour

Dermatology Appointment

I went to see our Primary Care Physician for some skin problems and hair loss. Her office scheduled me an appointment with a dermatologist. I am scheduled to see her next month. She referred me to Inverness Dermatology & Laser.

Since this is all about skin problems, I decided to post this here in my beauty blog. Will update ya'll when I am done seeing the dermatologist.

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The Tanda Technology

Beauty treatments can now be done at the comforts of our very own home. Thanks to Tanda technology, achieving beautiful and young looking skin is within easy reach. Tanda products are clinically tested, safe and easy and convenient to use. Their products range from beauty solutions like skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, hair removal and teeth whitening. Tanda products use the power of light to obliterate pimples, to deliver professional effects and gives luxurious, soft and glowing skin; to whiten teeth in just 5 minutes and to permanently remove hair for healthy and beautiful skin.

Many have already proven and tested Tanda’s innovative technology and have been satisfied with the results. One will only have to contact the experts at Tanda to help get started with and set up the treatment routine. Visit www.tanda.com to know more about the Tandra technology and the products that will suit your beauty and personal needs.

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Microfiber Mattress Pad

Microfiber is an invention that has made a big difference in the lives of those with allergies. Microfiber products are lighter, more comfortable, long lasting, breathable and even easier to clean. And it doesn’t come with a high price tag either. These are just few of the reasons why I purchased the product above.

Good Deals at FootAsylum

Now that spring is here, the weather is fine and clothes for the cold season will now be placed back in the closet, out comes the spring and summer wear! I am just so excited to be wearing comfy clothes again and the new shoes that I bought online. I got myself a Nike - www.footasylum.com from that website! Just perfect for walking, running or jogging at the park. I am also planning of getting a new pair of sneakers for my daughter so that we can go together and enjoy the outdoors.

I was just lucky enough to catch a good deal at www.footasylum.com. They have a wide range of shoes, sneakers, caps, jackets and other sportswear for everyone. I have seen some good pairs which will be just right for my husband. When it comes to husband's clothes, shoes and other accessories, he lets me shop for him. Anyway, if you want to save the next time you shop, foot asylum is just the perfect online store for all your shoe and sportswear needs! Glad I found it! I will definitely recommend it to my friends because like me they can totally save!

De-cluttering

We live in a place with limited space. We only have two bedrooms. My daughter's room is full of everything from books to toys and more. Over the 4 years span, she has plenty of toys, stuffed animals, and clothes that are so much for her little room. I have given most of the clothes and shoes that she has outgrown already yet, everything is filing up in her room. Every once in a while we go through her sets of toys and removed those that are no longer fit for her age.


De-cluttering her room is somehow hard to do because she always gets new things. I guess that having plenty of storage bins will be a great help to organize her room.

Gold Jewelries

Every time I watched any actress that walks in the carpet, I always look at their jewelries. When this girls are dressed up they always have great accessories. They will show off their golds and diamonds. I am not very particular with jewelries but I admit, I have a few good pieces. I don't wear them often though.

They say that gold jewelries are great investments. I wonder if those who like jewelries also invests on gold coins? If they do, I am sure they have heard about ngc gold eagle. Ever heard of this? If you haven't and you are interested about gold, you better check it out. Their website is very informative.

Coach Purses

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Coach purses are really popular. I have my share of coach purses thanks to my sponsor. The regular price of a coach purse is $300 or more. Oftentimes, they mark their prices down especially if you buy them at their factory outlet. But for a regular price, I surely can't afford one of these. When they are on sale, the price can be affordable.

So who wants one?

Design Your Own Jewelry

I love jewelry and I guess every woman does too. I do not have that many pieces in my jewelry collection but I do own some precious and stunning ones. I wear them on special occasions. Sometimes when there are good deals and sales online, I would think twice, more than twice if especially I do not have enough funds to buy such. In one of my daily use of the Internet, I came across a website that lets you design your own jewellery; and I think that is one cool idea. I have frequented that website and plans to design my own jewelry pretty soon.

With this option, I can choose whatever I want to be in a piece or in a set like for earrings or a necklace. I can also opt for the size that I want. This is really a clever scheme because I can decide on the budget and cost for the jewelry I want. This website is also perfect for gift givers. I believe that giving someone a customized jewelry is something more special and more meaningful.

Although buying and splurging for jewelry and other things for me is not a priority, having one would most definitely make me happy. If budget permits, I would love to have good looking jewelries every now and then. It is not all the time that I buy a necklace or bracelet, but for all the hard work, I guess we all moms deserve to have some beautiful pieces of jewelry, right?

Aquafresh Toothpaste

I was lucky to have found this great deal for toothpaste. This is also a brand that I like to use. When I saw them at Walmart I snagged them all! Because it was a Buy One Get One free deal, I just paid less than $1 for every 6.4 oz tube.

I Love Freebies, Deals and Free Coupons

Nowadays, many homemakers like me go for coupons and freebies. I myself am a fan of this new trend in being practical and economical. Coupons and discount cards from almost all products are really a big help. There is one website that offers practical ways to save through coupons and deals. They have coupons and discount cards from almost every company brand. I like this website and I can truly Save with CouponCodes4u . Since I love to shop for shirts, I can even Get Aeropostale coupon codes from them. As a matter of fact, I have bought several Aeropostale shirts and gave them as gifts to my friends. Who would not want to save or get discounts?

Being a homemaker means that I also have to be frugal and penny-wise. So as much as possible, I make sure that I stick to our weekly or monthly budget and don’t go overboard. Being economical and practical nowadays does not also mean that quality has to sacrifice. Of course, I still look for those brands and products that would surely last long and endure and if there are coupons and discounts, I would definitely dive for it. Good deals are sometimes hard to find and with all the hard work I do, I guess I deserve something to look forward to.

Wonderful Life

Contribution by Terrance Kirby

Some days I wake up and wonder how I got so lucky. I fell in love with a wonderful man, who takes such good care of me. Before I met him I wasn’t sure that I would ever get married. I dated a string of losers, and had just about lost hope. Now that I am married, my attitude has changed, and I know there is hope out there for everyone. If I can find someone, then anyone can. Even though I don’t work, and I stay home and take care of the kids, my husband still helps me out around the house. It’s so nice of him to be considerate and realize that being at home with kids is a lot of work. We have talked about changing our satellite TV package for a while, and I was supposed to take care of it. I got so overwhelmed with the kids that my husband surprised me by going to http://www.directstartv.com/ and doing it himself. Sometimes I feel bad that he does so much, but instead of feeling guilty, I just count my lucky stars.

Juicy Couture Purse

This is the latest addition to my purse collection. Actually, I have given couple of my purses to my family in the Philippines. Even my latest nine west purse is already owned by my elder sister. Thankfully my other sister gave me this one. This is my first juicy purse.