So Ladies and men (for the special lady in your life) if you’re in the market for some NEW Earrings or Arm Candy… Check out Killa Hearts You
Your ears and wrists will Thank you!!!
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Killa hearts you
I’m really excited to share this link everyone... One of my dearest girlfriends has been making jewelry for a while and she finally has launched a website!
So Ladies and men (for the special lady in your life) if you’re in the market for some NEW Earrings or Arm Candy… Check out Killa Hearts You
So Ladies and men (for the special lady in your life) if you’re in the market for some NEW Earrings or Arm Candy… Check out Killa Hearts You
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Water Marble nails
I’ve been seeing a lot of tutorial videos on Water Mable
Nails. The results are pretty cool and it seems pretty easy to do but I have
yet to try my hand at it. I’ve attaching a YouTube video for those who are not
familiar with water marble nails. I like the girl who does this particular
video and I’ve seen a few of her videos. This is a Valentines day inspired video.
“I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls” –
Audrey Hepburn
Friday, January 25, 2013
Winter workout
These are the two pictures I have set on my lock screen and
home screen on my iPad and iPhone.
They are my
motivation for the month of January. I find that with the colder months like January
& February sometimes it’s harder to get out of bed in the morning because
you feel so warm and cozy.
"Summer bodies are made in the winter" - (unknown)
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Tomato, tomaato!
A simple guide on how to buy tomatoes
Health Benefits & Caprese Salad
10 Health
Benefits from Eating Tomatoes
1. Tomatoes are good for your skin. Tomatoes contain a high level of lycopene, which is a substance that is used in some of the more pricy facial cleansers that are available for purchase over-the-counter. If you want to try tomatoes for skin care, you need to start with about eight to twelve tomatoes. Peel the tomatoes and then place the skin on your face with inside of the tomato touching your skin. Leave the tomatoes on your face for a minimum of ten minutes, then wash. Your face will feel clean and shiny. Some redness may occur, but should fade with time.
2. Tomatoes help prevent several types of cancer. A number of studies have been conducted that indicate that the high levels of lycopene in tomatoes works to reduce your chances of developing prostate, colorectal and stomach cancer. Lycopene is a natural antioxidant that works effectively to slow the growth of cancerous cells. Cooked tomatoes produce even more lycopene, so go ahead and cook up a batch of your mom’s famous tomato soup.
3. Tomatoes help maintain strong bones. Tomatoes contain a considerable amount of calcium and Vitamin K. Both of these nutrients are essential in strengthening and performing minor repairs on the bones as well as the bone tissue.
4. Tomatoes help repair damage caused by smoking. No, eating tomatoes is not the most recent fad to help you quit smoking. However, tomatoes can reduce the amount of damaged done to your body by smoking cigarettes. Tomatoes contain coumaric acid and chlorogenic acid that work to protect the body from carcinogens that are produced from cigarette smoke.
5. Tomatoes provide essential antioxidants. Tomatoes contain a great deal of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. This is primarily because these vitamins and beta-carotene work as antioxidants to neutralize harmful free radicals in the blood. Free radicals in the blood stream are dangerous because it may lead to cell damage. Remember, the redder the tomato you eat is, the more beta-carotene it contains. In addition, you also want to keep in mind that cooking destroys the Vitamin C, so for these benefits, the tomatoes need to be eaten raw.
6. Tomatoes are good for your heart. Because of the Vitamin B and potassium in tomatoes, they are effective in reducing cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure. Therefore, by including tomatoes in your regular balanced diet you can effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes as well as many other heart related problems that may threaten your life.
7. Tomatoes are good for your hair. The Vitamin A in tomatoes works perfectly to keep your hair shiny and strong. In addition, it also does wonders for your eyes, skin, bones and teeth.
8. Tomatoes are good for your kidneys. Adding tomatoes without seeds to your diet has been proven in some studies to reduce the risk of kidney stones.
9. Tomatoes are good for your eyes. The Vitamin A found in tomatoes is fantastic for improving your vision. In addition, eating tomatoes is one of the best foods to eat to prevent the development of night blindness.
10. Tomatoes are good for diabetics. Tomatoes are packed full of the valuable mineral known as chromium. It works effectively to help diabetics keep their blood sugar levels under better control.
1. Tomatoes are good for your skin. Tomatoes contain a high level of lycopene, which is a substance that is used in some of the more pricy facial cleansers that are available for purchase over-the-counter. If you want to try tomatoes for skin care, you need to start with about eight to twelve tomatoes. Peel the tomatoes and then place the skin on your face with inside of the tomato touching your skin. Leave the tomatoes on your face for a minimum of ten minutes, then wash. Your face will feel clean and shiny. Some redness may occur, but should fade with time.
2. Tomatoes help prevent several types of cancer. A number of studies have been conducted that indicate that the high levels of lycopene in tomatoes works to reduce your chances of developing prostate, colorectal and stomach cancer. Lycopene is a natural antioxidant that works effectively to slow the growth of cancerous cells. Cooked tomatoes produce even more lycopene, so go ahead and cook up a batch of your mom’s famous tomato soup.
3. Tomatoes help maintain strong bones. Tomatoes contain a considerable amount of calcium and Vitamin K. Both of these nutrients are essential in strengthening and performing minor repairs on the bones as well as the bone tissue.
4. Tomatoes help repair damage caused by smoking. No, eating tomatoes is not the most recent fad to help you quit smoking. However, tomatoes can reduce the amount of damaged done to your body by smoking cigarettes. Tomatoes contain coumaric acid and chlorogenic acid that work to protect the body from carcinogens that are produced from cigarette smoke.
5. Tomatoes provide essential antioxidants. Tomatoes contain a great deal of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. This is primarily because these vitamins and beta-carotene work as antioxidants to neutralize harmful free radicals in the blood. Free radicals in the blood stream are dangerous because it may lead to cell damage. Remember, the redder the tomato you eat is, the more beta-carotene it contains. In addition, you also want to keep in mind that cooking destroys the Vitamin C, so for these benefits, the tomatoes need to be eaten raw.
6. Tomatoes are good for your heart. Because of the Vitamin B and potassium in tomatoes, they are effective in reducing cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure. Therefore, by including tomatoes in your regular balanced diet you can effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes as well as many other heart related problems that may threaten your life.
7. Tomatoes are good for your hair. The Vitamin A in tomatoes works perfectly to keep your hair shiny and strong. In addition, it also does wonders for your eyes, skin, bones and teeth.
8. Tomatoes are good for your kidneys. Adding tomatoes without seeds to your diet has been proven in some studies to reduce the risk of kidney stones.
9. Tomatoes are good for your eyes. The Vitamin A found in tomatoes is fantastic for improving your vision. In addition, eating tomatoes is one of the best foods to eat to prevent the development of night blindness.
10. Tomatoes are good for diabetics. Tomatoes are packed full of the valuable mineral known as chromium. It works effectively to help diabetics keep their blood sugar levels under better control.
Tomato & Basil Caprese Salad
Ingredients:
Tomatoes
Fresh Basil
Balsamic vinegar
Extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Directions:
Slice tomatoes or cut into halves if using cherry
tomatoes
Shred basil leaves
Cut mozzarella into slices or small cubes (optional)
To make vinaigrette:
Drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil over tomatoes
A few splashes of balsamic vinegar
Add Salt and black pepper to taste ( I prefer fresh ground pepper)
Bon Appétit!
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Life happens
These are two life lessons I have learned in the last few years, I use to try to live life according to a time line I had set out for myself. This was a recipe for disappointment, mainly because would focus on what wasn’t accomplished as a failure. I have since learned that nothing ever goes to plan, things change, life happens. Just like the wind we can’t control which way it will flow but we can use the wind to our advantage to guide our sail in the direction we want to travel in.
At any given moment YOU have the POWER to say
"This is NOT how the story is going END"
~ Christine Mason Miller ~
We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned,
so as to have the life that is waiting for us.
~ Joseph Campbell ~
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Fruit Wars!
I've done it!!!
I switched over from a Blackberry to an Apple iPhone. I had a great relationship with my BB and it occasionally had its issues but overall I was content and satisfied with it. However, my contract was up this month and it was time to think about an upgrade. Yes, I could have gone with a newer BB... let's say the torch. But in all honesty I've been eyeing the iPhone in the last couple months and I've also been hearing people talk about how awesome the apps are. What really grabbed my attention was the medical apps. Long story short I made up my mind and decided to test it out.I LOVE IT!!!!
Dear: iPhone. Where have you been all my life???
I've only been playing around with it this evening trying to get familiar with it and Im already loving it. I dont even feel sad about switching over from my BB. Usually I reminisce about features on my old phone when I get a new one.... Nuh uh! Not this time I can't wait to fully discover all the awesome stuff my iPhone4 can do :)
"Life was easier when Blackberry and Apple were just fruit" but I am loving my Apple.
I switched over from a Blackberry to an Apple iPhone. I had a great relationship with my BB and it occasionally had its issues but overall I was content and satisfied with it. However, my contract was up this month and it was time to think about an upgrade. Yes, I could have gone with a newer BB... let's say the torch. But in all honesty I've been eyeing the iPhone in the last couple months and I've also been hearing people talk about how awesome the apps are. What really grabbed my attention was the medical apps. Long story short I made up my mind and decided to test it out.I LOVE IT!!!!
Dear: iPhone. Where have you been all my life???
I've only been playing around with it this evening trying to get familiar with it and Im already loving it. I dont even feel sad about switching over from my BB. Usually I reminisce about features on my old phone when I get a new one.... Nuh uh! Not this time I can't wait to fully discover all the awesome stuff my iPhone4 can do :)
"Life was easier when Blackberry and Apple were just fruit" but I am loving my Apple.
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