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Affordable Valentines Gifts for your Girls

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Hey Guys! I wanted to bring something a little bit different this year, something a little more true to me and my stage in life, and that’s Valentines Day ideas for my single friends. I have been single since the end of my engagement a couple of years ago and most of the time, it really hasn’t bothered me. Sometimes, though, it can be a bit tough when everyone else is planning something fun with their significant others and you’re just… going to Costco with your mom on a Saturday night (true story of last Saturday… I say it as a joke but we had fun). If you’re like me, and you know what it feels like to be a bit lonely, you’re probably pretty committed to making sure none of your friends are feeling the same! I love to plan a gal-entines meal or fun evening with my sister…

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February 2017 Favorites!

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_XcYd5uyX4] Hey guys! Another month has passed, and I had some super fun favorites! Not a whole bunch of things, but a few that I have really loved. As a side note, I had this video edited all nicely with titles and the like and… when it uploaded, they disappeared. I clearly need to start editing in a new program. Sorry! Instead you get random clips of me drinking and swearing. Not the worst, right? Food: Oikos Yogurt These snack sized “dessert” yogurts have been amazing! I often crave something sweet at night or am hungry after getting home from my periodic evening job. These greek yogurts fix both of those issues! And the portion control helps me not overeat. Wholly Guacamole Minis Ok. These are amazing! I know loads of people would love these for a quick snack with chips dunked right in the package, and yes, I’ve…

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Valentines Gift Guide

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Glamglow Thirstymud(TM) Hydrating Treatment •  Essie Nail Color, Mademoiselle • Essie •  Anthropologie Limited Edition Golden Monogram Mug • Anthropologie •  Suite One Studio Mimira Mug •  Levtex ‘Frosted’ Faux Shearling Throw Blanket • Levtex •  MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish – Beaming Blush • M·A·C •  MAC Mineralize Rich Lipstick – Be A Lady • M·A·C • Who doesn’t love Valentines Day? … Ok, lots of people. But, I love celebrating Valentines Day with the people closest to me in life- girlfriends, family and yes, my partner when I have one. This gift guide is all about what I would love to give to a girlfriend, my sister or my mom- or even receive myself! My #1 favorite gift to give a friend is a bottle of wine. I suppose I’m lucky in that most of my friends like wine like me, but I like to give someone that excuse…

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Affordable Christmas: Gifts from the Kitchen

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Hey Guys! I hope this last week before Christmas is treating you well and that you’re ready (or almost ready) for the big day on Sunday. I have been super busy given that I started a new job on Monday (part time currently, but loving it!) and came home to a house raining inside of itself on Monday as well. I could go alllll into that situation but I will save it, as it’s not yet resolved. Suffice it to say, I’ve had my zen turned on to not go all whacky about it. Does anyone else feel that way about their homes, like God help anyone who doesn’t take me seriously about this, they’re going to have their ear talked off? Probably more people feel that way about their kids I’m guessing! Anywho, back to the point of this- if you’re like me, Christmas can be one of the biggest…

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Guys Christmas Gift Guide

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I wanted to share a gift guide for what to get your man this holiday season, and this is actually my last “gift guide” in so much as the next one is actually a gift-making guide for gifts from the kitchen! Anyhow, I think these are great ideas for any guy, though! For the guys in my life, I love to get them things that I know they wouldn’t go out and shop for themselves.

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Affordable Christmas: Gifts under $30

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Tis the season for gatherings, right? Usually I love to bring a hostess a gift from the kitchen, something to make their life easier in the days after they’re nice enough to host me at their place, but sometimes a gift from the kitchen just isn’t as appropriate (or you’re just out of time!) and a bought gift will have to be the way to go. When situations like that turn up, I try to focus on things that are super affordable and readily usable. Things like barware, festive napkins, hot chocolate assortments, or artisan food items are affordable go-to’s that are a small enough gift to not break the bank, but personal enough to wrap up one or two items and have your host or hostess feel special.

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