Be-Je Designs Fabiola Earrings on SALE !

 

Look like you spent a fortune without the extravagance. These lovely drop earrings feature the very popular yellow center stone set in gold with clusters of smaller crystals. Magnificent!
- 14K goldplate, CZs
- 1" long
- Lever back clasp

 

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Daily Skin Care for Men - Grooming Skin Care Tips !

Cleanse

• Cleanse once a day to remove impurities, sweat and oily deposits. Repeat at night for oily or acne-prone skin.
• Avoid soaps and harsh cleansers with added fragrance or color.
• Choose a cleanser with glycolic and salicylic acid to remove dead skin cells and organic debris that cannot be removed by regular cleansers.


Exfoliate

• This step should become part of your basic routine. It is the

'The Hangover Part III': The bromance is over....... hmmmm...

Advertised as the epic finale of a trilogy, "The Hangover Part III" isn't so much a movie as it is a marketing plane that happens to be projected on movie screens. The first film worked in part thanks to the easy/lazy byplay between its three dude-sketeer leads, Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis, and in part thanks to the plot's "Memento"-on-meth arc, as the three had to piece together a Vegas bachelor party night they couldn't remember throughout

Caprese on a Stick !! Yummmm :)

Happy Friday!  I hope everyone had a  great week.  I kept thinking of how quickly time is flying by because I’ve been so busy lately. 

I have a really fun and simple appetizer idea for you today….they are pretty to look at, too!  Salad on a stick?  I gave this classic Italian salad that I absolutely love a brand new look and made it a little bit more fun.  They are very impressive looking and very tasty.  I could eat a huge plate of these by myself.

 

So if you are looking for an easy idea for an appetizer this one is perfect for you.  It would also be great to serve at a large party or a barbeque…I’m sure people would appreciate a healthy alternative to munch on, not to mention the beautiful presentation!

 

 

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

 

cherry tomatoes
small fresh mozzarella balls
basil leaves
balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, optional
toothpicks

 

DIRECTIONS:

 

Place one cherry tomato, a basil leave (or half a leaf if it is large), and a mozzarella ball on each toothpick.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired, leaving the end of the toothpick clean, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.  You can also serve the balsamic on the side and let your guests drizzle on their own.

 

 

Stay tune I'll be back with more yummy recipes ! LOVES xox

 

 



 

 

 

 

Monster Cookie Dough Cupcakes Recipe! Lets our long weekend begin ;)

I’m really sorry to have to do this to you, but I have the best cupcake recipe to share with you today.  Break out your stretchy pants before you bake these up because these cupcakes are FAN-TAB-ULOUS!  I just might sneak another because I know once Mr. Wishes gets a hold of them, only crumbs will remain.

These babies are amazing.  You have to like peanut butter, obviously, because there is a good amount of peanut butter that goes into these cupcakes, as well as the frosting.  So peanut butter lovers will definitely double their pleasure with these.  Basically, this is a super moist and rich peanut butter cupcake, with chocolate chips, and monster cookie dough frosting to top it all off.

 

If your frosting is runny, then you probably need to add a little more powdered sugar.  So don’t be afraid to add this extra powdered sugar to bring the consistency of the frosting to where you want it to be as far as thickness goes.

I have to say this is a keeper and will be made over and over again…

INGREDIENTS:

 

*makes about 12 cupcakes*

For the Cupcakes:

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup sugar
2 whole eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup milk
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

For the Cookie Dough Frosting:

8 oz. cream cheese, softened (don’t use reduced fat or fat free!)
1/2 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. creamy peanut butter
1- 2 c. powdered sugar
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
3 Tbsp. all purpose flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. oats
3/4 bag plain mini M&Ms
3/4 cup mini or regular semi-sweet chocolate chips

 

 

DIRECTIONS:

 

Preheat oven to 350º.

Use a hand or stand mixer to whisk together all of the cupcake ingredients except for the chocolate chips. Then, stir in the chocolate chips with a spoon or spatula.

Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full of batter. Bake for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.  Let cool on a wire rack.

Meanwhile, use a stand mixer dough paddle to beat together the cream cheese, butter, and peanut butter until smooth.

Mix in the brown sugar, flour, vanilla, and oats.

Mix in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time (1 and 1/2 cups worked out best for me).

Finally add the M&Ms and Chocolate chips, mix well.

Use a large cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to scoop out the cookie dough onto the completely cooled cupcakes.

 

 

Eclectic Designs by Vanessa Mooney !

Sale ends 06/04



Rarely do we find style with as much soul as these entrancing new looks by Vanessa Mooney, fashion artiste and Hollywood Rebel. From intricately carved, earthy metals to bursts of turquoise to iridescent shadows, this is one collection we couldn't wait to get our hands on.


 

Vanessa Mooney

    

"The bright gold's and silvers with crystal, stones, chains, and beads are in a more street-style but sophisticated direction – still wearable at the beach or out at night!"

Vanessa Mooney -

 

 

This is the bank vault that saved 24 people during Oklahoma tornado !!

It's a testament to ... something. Awesome vault construction? The human will to survive? Either way, the fact that 24 people took shelter in this vault at the Tinker Federal Credit Union branch during the Oklahoma tornado, and the fact that it's still standing amid the rubble of the utterly destroyed building are both very impressive. The bank manager's dedication is admirable as well, remaining with the safe even after being rescued until it could be locked up and secured again. Two dozen people have been confirmed killed in the EF5 tornado (the highest grade), and its 17-mile path resulted in at least $1 billion in damage. [Source]

Seaweed helps in the fight against wrinkles and aging !!

Certain kinds of seaweed contain substances which can be very effective in the battle against wrinkles and aging.

• Minerals: such as sodium and potassium (which regulate the water balance), sodium chloride and calcium (which are good for the teeth and bones), magnesium (helps in the regulation of the cardio-vascular and muscular systems), iron (which helps transfer oxygen to the cells) and iodine (regulates metabolism and the function of the thyroid).
• They are also rich in microelements: phosphorus (which provides energy), boron, fluoride and copper (which have and anti-inflammatory effect), sulfur, magnesium, chrome, barium and nickel (which aid the absorption of iron), vanadium, silver, titanium and silicon (also known as “the beauty minerals”, because they help the skin and capillaries retain their elasticity).
• Seaweed contains vitamins A, B1, B5, B12, C, E, D (essential for normal metabolism), pro-vitamin D and also the pigments chlorophyll and xanthophyll.
• Sugars such as glucose, galactose, mannose, xylose, arabinose and rhamnose.

High-quality cosmetic products use seaweed harvested from the depths of the sea, since the kinds that grow close to the surface lose some of their healing properties.

Today there are around 30,000 kinds of seaweed known to man. Scientists have discovered that one kilogram of seaweed contains as much minerals, microelements, amino acids and plant hormones as are found in 100, 000 liters of sea water. The thousands of different enzymes are extremely valuable for proper digestion.

Seaweeds have a cleansing and detoxifying effect on the body. They are extremely rich in beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, manganese, zinc, magnesium, calcium, copper, iron, selenium, chrome and other elements used for the production of antioxidant enzymes in the body, which in turn counteract the free radicals responsible for premature aging. Research shows that women who consume more seafood rarely suffer from osteoporosis and have a stronger skeletal system.
Seaweeds activate the nervous system and help fight depression, sadness and the lack of concentration. Seaweed therapy refreshes the skin, tones it and gives it a healthier look.

Weight loss mistakes to avoid !

 

 

 

Weight loss treatments and supplements are widely available. Using these proves to be beneficial for reducing several pounds per in a month.
But, never use weight loss plans, pills, supplements blindly. Do not follow workouts that you can’t continue.
To understand what major mistakes people make while losing weight read below.

1. First biggest mistake is to focus on just one activity. Either cut down your diet plans to very less food intake or just following a walk is not enough to get faster results of weight loss. Always consider both. Follow a diet plan along with exercise gives best results. It maintains health of the body.
2. Second mistake that is most common is to cut down your food too much that you start facing a problem of deprivation. No need to stop eating or skipping meals to reduce weight. Eat well to increase your metabolism rate but digest it properly and follow diet plans and exercises to burn the calories.
3. Third mistake is to make a plan of reducing several pounds in one month. The more you reduce at once more it will come back to you. Start reducing with slow speed.
4. Fourth mistake is to eat random things. Your body needs essential mineral all the time. You can’t ignore one and start taking another. This will affect your health. Try to take all minerals that are required by the body in proper amount.
5. Fifth mistake which is very common is to remove oil from the food. Your body never works without fat. You should try some mono-saturated fats in your diet plans to provide the necessary fat to the body. Choose selective fats for the body but never choose fat free diet plans.

All these mistakes are very common. People start taking diet pills and want faster results from extra weight. You should not make above mentioned mistakes. Keep away from these and take help from experts.

Mom 'pops some tags' to teach bully daughter a lesson

Check out this great MSN video - Bully punished with ugly clothing

A mother in Utah learned her daughter was teasing children at school for their clothing, so she took a trip to the thrift shop.

When Ally learned her stepdaughter was bullying other children at school, she devised a punishment much more fitting than a grounding.

According to Fox 13 in Salt Lake City, Utah, Ally learned that stepdaughter Kaylee was teasing another student at school because of how she dressed. Ally and Kaylee are both identified only by their first names to protect their identities.

Fox reported that Ally talked to Kaylee about the bullying, which reportedly included name-calling, but the girl did not seem to get the message.That's when Ally decided to give Kaylee the ultimate dressing down.

Fox said Ally went to a local thrift store and bought about $50 worth of clothing. The next day, a thrift store outfit Kaylee would never normally wear awaited her, complete with old sneakers.

Kaylee told Fox she cried when she saw the outfit. The girl said her classmates talked about her behind her back when she showed up to school in her new duds.

"I thought this is a perfect moment for us to really teach her, this is right, this is wrong, which path are you going to take? And then it's her choice," Ally told Fox.

How well was Okla. elementary school equipped for disaster?

Most Oklahoma structures lack the kind of basement where students and teachers reportedly took shelter from Monday’s tornado.

 

They huddled in hallways, clung to walls inside bathrooms and reportedly sought shelter in the school's basement. The terrified children and teachers at the Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, Okla., were in all the right places, tornado safety experts say.

But conventional wisdom couldn’t save every young life when skies darkened and a ferocious 198 mph twister battered the building on Monday.

At least 24 fatalities have been confirmed after several

kool-aid lip gloss ;)

Every woman knows that good quality beauty products are expensive! Just one small jar of lip gloss can go for $10 easily! That’s why it’s a great idea to make diy lip gloss with a recipe like the one Jill from Meet the Dubiens came up with. Now this isn’t the first time we’ve seen this recipe and it’s been around for a while but Jill shows us how to make them look adorable so they’re great for gifts, party favors, or even at home use. She’s even included printable logos to place on the containers you put your lip gloss just to add that extra touch. If you want to learn how to make this yourself then click here!

Punk Couture :)

Punk Couture

Sale ends 05/23   Click here

Deep down, there’s a bit of a rebel buried in us all. Today, set it free with tough chains & spikes and find art in the unusual with sharp looks from Nikita Sing & Vanessa Mooney.       

 

You don’t have to go all-out punk to get a little edge. Spike your everyday look with a few layered chains and a simple studded bangle to give it a hard touch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25 Celebrity Haircuts That'll Make You Want Bangs, Stat: Beauty: glamour.com

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Q&A on Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy !

Angelina Jolie's decision to remove her breasts came after genetic tests revealed her cancer risk was five times the normal rate.

Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie announced on Tuesday that she had a preventive mastectomy after learning she had a gene that significantly raised her risk of breast cancer. Here's a crash course in the procedure Jolie had and why.

Q: What kind of surgery did Jolie have?

A: Jolie had a preventive double mastectomy, meaning she chose to have both her breasts removed even though she had not been diagnosed with cancer.

 

 
Q: Why did she have the mastectomies?

A: Jolie says that she has a "faulty" version of the BRCA1 gene that means she has an 87 percent chance of getting breast cancer. By having both breasts removed preventively, she said her breast cancer risk drops to 5 percent.

Q: How many women have this faulty gene?

A: Only a small percentage of women have this same faulty gene, or a similar mutated version of a related gene, BRCA 2. These mutations are most commonly found in women of Eastern European Jewish descent; one study found 2.3 percent of women in that group had the mutations — about five times higher than in the general population. Other ethnic groups, including the Norwegian, Dutch and Icelandic people, also have slightly higher rates of these mutations.

Q: How do these genes increase a woman's risk of breast cancer?

A: The average woman has a 12 percent risk of developing breast cancer sometime during her life. In comparison, women who have inherited a faulty version of a breast cancer gene are about five times more likely to get breast cancer. In the U.S., about 5 to 10 percent of breast cancers are thought to be linked to harmful versions of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes.

Q: How can women find out if they have these gene mutations?

A: A genetic test using a blood test can usually detect these genes. In the U.S., there are no standard guidelines recommending women for BRCA1 or BRCA2 genetic testing. The tests usually cost at least several hundred dollars.



 

Happy Mother's Day to all MOM's out there :)

 

 

Loves xoxo

 

 

 

 

KL Collection SALE !

 

Blythe White

^$38  
$69

 

 

 

Looks We Love: Enamel by Trendy Mona Boutique .

 

Sale ends 05/16

From graphic black & white to jazzy blues to sweet mint greens to classic ivory, you’re sure to find something to love with a touch of lustrous enamel trim.

Want a simple way to spice up a white tee and skins jeans? Look no further than a pop of enamel. And it’s great for color-blocking, too!

If you want a flat belly, don’t eat fast!

 

We are living in a fast moving world. We want all things to be done within a short span of time. That is also the same case with eating.

Many people I have found like to take food a lot quicker. I was surprised with the speed of their eating. They might have the feeling that eating slowly will make you fat while fast eating helps burn fat quickly! A big blunder !

Burning fat from your belly requires better digestion and metabolism. If you eat food a lot quicker that will affect the metabolic rate. That adversely affects the fat burning procedure. Since fast eating makes the metabolic rate lower which in turn deposit more fats in your belly.

It has shown that eating slowly breaking down all the particles increases metabolism and while doing the exercises it will boost you to burn the fat quickly. Your confidence will get increased and you will get that flat belly faster. So keep this saying in your mind, if you want a flat belly faster, you should take your food slower.

It can be related with a proverb, Slow and Steady wins the race. Yes, that’s true. Only slow eating will lead you to that sexy flat belly. Enjoy your food slowly and steadily and drink enough water and get a flat belly of your dream.

The faster you eat the faster you get an apple belly. It’s your choice whether you need an apple belly or a flat belly? I know it’s every woman’s dream to get a flat belly and impress their loved ones. Eat slowly and get the love faster from your dear ones.

Eating speed determines the rate of gaining belly fat. Weight gain is directly proportional to Eating speed. So reduce the swiftness while having food and enjoy the food. No one will steal your food. Spend enough time before your food to get a flat belly.

Choose your weekend look :)