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5 Healthy & Easy On-The-Go Snack Ideas For The Busy Holiday Season
holiday shopping, boarding a plane, or taking a road trip, one thing is for certain, you are eventually going to need a snack. To help you avoid the temptation of alluring not so healthy snacks in brightly colored packages, here are five healthy on the go snacks that will keep you satisfied & energized during the busy holiday season while you are away from home: 1. Fresh Veggies Carrots, cucumber, and celery sticks are quick and easy to prepare, just chop and drop them into a reusable container. For extra flavor, add some hummus to the bottom of your container, then place the veggie sticks vertically so they are pre-dipped.…
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5 Winter Makeup Essentials For Dry/Very Dry Skin
Doing your makeup during the harsh cold winter months can be challenging for dry/very dry skin types. Your skin is already sensitized from dryness, so stacking layers of makeup can further strip your skin of its natural oils and cause irritation or flaky patches of skin that peel through your makeup (especially around the mouth and cheeks). A winter makeup routine should focus on keeping your skin hydrated as well as providing adequate coverage, so here are five winter makeup essentials that I think will make your makeup life a lot easier (and everything mentioned in this post is affordable and easy to find at any drugstore or mass retailer)……
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Your Guide To Face Masks
When it comes to perfecting your skincare routine, figuring out exactly what your skin needs is no walk in the park. Whether your skin is dry, oily, combination, acne-prone, aging or somewhere in between, it’s no secret that each skin type is unique and has different needs to look and feel its best. It has taken me years to understand my own skin with its ever-changing needs, but one of my favorite ways to treat my skin is by using a treatment face mask. Face masks can benefit your skin in a variety of ways, but with so many options on the market it’s clear that no two face masks…
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Side Dish Recipes For Your Thanksgiving Dinner
We all look forward to the time of year where family and friends gather to feast and be thankful for all they have…and that’s Thanksgiving and we know that the star of every Thanksgiving dinner is the turkey! But what about the side dishes like stuffing (or dressing), mashed potatoes or green bean casserole? I am sharing my best tried and true stuffing, mashed potato and green bean casserole recipes that are delicious and will have everyone at your table asking for seconds! So, without further adieu, let’s get into my first recipe for stuffing: Apple and Onion Stuffing Recipe I make this stuffing every time I cook a full…
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5 Ways To Help Your Body Adjust To A New Exercise Routine
Getting started with a new exercise routine can be tough. Your body isn’t used to the new movements and the increased level of activity, which can lead to aches, pain, and fatigue. But don’t worry; there are things you can do to help your body adjust to the new demands being placed on it. Here are five tips to help you make the transition to a new exercise: 1. Start Slow And Gradually Increase Your Intensity And Duration: When you first start a new exercise routine, it’s important to take things slow. Gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts as your body adjusts to the new movements. If…
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6 Healthy Lifestyle Tips For Autumn
When you look outside, you see signs of autumn everywhere, the falling leaves, the shorter days, the crisp chill of fresh air. With Halloween behind us, and the holidays just around the corner, now is a great time to continue with your healthy lifestyle, so I am sharing six tips to keep you on track… 1. Maintain a Routine Routines offer consistency, a plan, a sense of what to do (or not to do) next. Without the excuse of vacations or holidays, it’s easier to get into a good rhythm of cooking, eating, sleeping, and exercising. Create a routine that you know you can stick to—anything too aspirational that does…
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Accessory Trends For Fall/Winter 2022-2023
Accessories are often overlooked as a wardrobe category, but they can be a great way to express your personal style and take an outfit to the next level and this is also a fairly inexpensive way to update your wardrobe without doing a complete closet overhaul, so let’s talk about accessory trends for 2022! But, before you add more accessories to your closet, I encourage you to take a few minutes to look through your accessories and create two piles: things that can be worn this season and you no longer wear. Now when it comes to accessories that you no longer wear, I am not talking about fine jewelry…
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How To Budget For The Holidays Without Blowing Through Your Savings
Happy November everyone! Now that Halloween is behind us (I hope you all had a fantastic Halloween), and November is here, it’s time to start thinking about the holiday season ahead…the season of comfort, joy, and spending copious amounts of money on flights, hotel rooms, celebratory dinners, and lots and lots of presents. But, between inflation, the lingering impact of COVID, and a potential recession, many of us are tightening our purse strings this holiday season. However, budgeting during the holidays doesn’t mean staying home and skipping out on the fun. Here are some budgeting tips to help you enjoy the holiday season without blowing through your entire savings account……
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What Is The Story Behind Halloween?
Happy Halloween Everyone! I don’t know about you, but I always have wondered what the story is behind Halloween and how did Halloween become a celebrated holiday in America. So, I did some research and here is what I found… What Is The Story Behind Halloween? The origins of Halloween date all the way back to the Celts of ancient Ireland, who celebrated the new year on November 1st. That day marked the transition from the warm, fruitful summer months to the cold and dark winter, a period that was most often associated with death. So, on October 31st, the night before the new year, they celebrated what was known…
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Cauldron Of Bubbling Cheesy Bean Soup
Halloween is 5 days away, and this cheesy bean soup is easy to make and will satisfy everyone before heading out for a night of trick or treating or a Halloween party! I love making this on Halloween or anytime throughout fall and winter! Here’s how to make it: Ingredients: 1 lb. Ground Beef (substitution: ground turkey or ground chicken) 1 Can Cheese Soup 1 ½ Soup Cans of Water 1 16-ounce Package Mild Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or shredded cheese of your choice) 2 15-ounce Cans Black Beans (rinsed & well drained) 1 15-ounce Can Kidney Beans (rinsed & well drained) 1 Cup Salsa (heat preference of your choice) 1…