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 This post was sponsored by Michelob ULTRA as part of Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Happy almost Summer y’all!!!!! It’s the happiest time of the year for those of us in Western New York!!! Gorgeous weather, pool days & barbecues galore! So much fun taking place that many of us struggle when it comes to balancing our fitness goals & living our best Summer lives! I don’t know about you, but I’ve been looking pretty fly the past few months. I’ve put so much work into my new lifestyle that I refuse to let it slip away!!! So, I’ve compiled an awesome,REALISTIC list of ways both you and I can stay on track with our fitness goals this Summer, plus a great sweepstakes!!!  Get Out Get Active SweepstakesWho wouldn’t want to win free stuff!?! Especially when it’s fitness stuff! I’m sure you’re wondering “What are those prizes?” Well, let me tell you! The winner of the Get Out Get Active Sweepstakes will win an awesome prize pack including Optimum Nutrition products, a Schwinn Bicycle, and accessories! WooHoo!!! The Get Out Get Active Sweepstakes runs from May 19, 2019 - June 30, 2019, so you will take advantage today! For official rules please visit GetActiveThisSummer.com  Swaps!I will start with one of the keys to success when it comes to that fabulous bod!!!! Better for me swaps. If you follow me on insta, you know I’m a beer girl. Nothing better than cracking open a cold one on a hot Summer day. I’m here to tell the masses to NOT waste those cheat days on high carb beers! There’s no reason to now that Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold exists! When I discovered Michelob ULTRA, it was literally a game changer. I could still enjoy my favorite Summer past time:cracking open a cold one at a barbecue and still sticking to my low carb eating ways! With only 95 calories and 5.5 carbs, this light lager has a superior golden taste, is triple-filtered, and isbrewed free of artificial colors and flavors. This beer is a total win!  The Swaps Get Better!!These swaps get better folks!!!! If 95 calories and 5.5 carbs sounded good, what do you think of 2.5 carbs and 85 calories? Say hello to my new favorite drink Michelob ULTRA Lime Cactus! Michelob ULTRA Lime Cactus offers a refreshing lime taste without weighing you down! Plus, it has organic grains for a pure and refreshing taste! I’ve literally been searching for a flavored, low carb beer for Summer and Michelob ULTRA has definitely delivered! So yummy!! So good!! But please do me a favor, enjoy these delicious beers responsibly!!!  Have A Plan!Having a plan will definitely help you stay on track with those fitness goals! I know when I make calendar appointments in my phone or post sticky notes in my office about my next few workouts, it makes it really hard to skip them. Pick one day out of the week and make a plan for the following week. What days can you work out? What day is that pool party so you can plan your next workout around it?! What will you be eating every day? It’s smooth sailing when you have a plan in place!!  Set Realistic GoalsOne mistake many people make when planning those Summer workouts is squeezing way too much in! You already know you want to hit the beach with the kids! Plan those hard-core workouts, but make sure those workouts are realistic. Can you really hit the gym for two hours?! Can you really hit 5,000 steps in a day now that the kids are out of school for the Summer? Just because you scale those things back, doesn’t mean you’re giving up! If anything, they will keep you motivated. When you plan too much, you end up quitting! When you plan the right amount, you feel good about yourself! Hold yourself accountable! Toss on that favorite date night little black dress or even that bikini from YEARS ago you never thought you would wear to the pool again & keep tabs on your results!!! This is a fabulous way to stay on track and not lose sight of all the hard work you’re putting in.  Create a List of Positive Mantras That Will Support Your Progress!While this sounds a tad bit silly at first, sometimes you have to be your own cheerleader and remind yourself that you are THAT awesome. The best way to do this is to find positive mantras that will help you manifest your fitness goals. Repeat your mantra throughout the day. For example, ‘I am creating an active way of life and I’m noticing what makes me feel good — and I’m doing more of it!’ The more you say it, the more you will believe in it & stick to it! Wake Up EarlierIt’s easy to say you can’t work out because there’s no time due to the kids being home and you’re too tired at night!However, if you would just set your alarm an hour earlier and crush that work out in the A.M, not only will you keep your gains, but you’ll start your day feeling on top! Track Your Progress Through Pictures Not The Scale!Hold yourself accountable! Toss on that favorite date night little black dress or even that bikini from YEARS ago you never thought you would wear to the pool again & keep tabs on your results!!! This is a fabulous way to stay on track and not lose sight of all the hard work you’re putting in.
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Hello Kitty Bath Bombs6/13/2019  Another day, another Hello Kitty creation!!! I just can’t get enough of this Hello Kitty mold!!!! Today’s creation?!? Bath Bombs! Y’all know Lush is my daughter and I’s favorite store ever, so we thought it would be fun to make bath bombs, Hello Kitty Style!!! Enjoy!!  Supplies• 2 cups baking soda • 1 cup citric acid (It’s better to buy in bulk on Amazon) • 1/4 cup cornstarch • 1/4 cup pink Himalayan Epsom salts (I get mine on Amazon) • 1/3 cup coconut oil (I get mine on Amazon) • 1 teaspoon polysorbate 80 (I get mine on Amazon) • 1 teaspoon of orange essential oil (You can find it here in this set on Amazon) • Pink soap coloring (I got mine from Amazon) • Pink cosmetic glitter (You can find it here on Amazon) • Spray bottle of rubbing alcohol • Hello Kitty mold (I got mine on ETSY)  In a large mixing bowl, add the baking soda, citric acid, Epsomsalts and cornstarch. Whisk dry ingredients together. Add the coconut oil. This binds all the ingredients together, so you bath bombs don’t crumble when you touch them!  Add the polysorbate 80. This helps the coconut oil disperse more evenly in your bath water, makes the bath bombs bubbly and prevents the mica from sticking to the side of the tub. Add orange essential oil and 1-2 drops of the pink colorant. Mix well. Continue to add 1 drop of color until you achieve the color you desire. Add pink cosmetic glitter.  Mix all ingredients together. You may need to use your hands to break down any lumps and make sure everything is mixed in. The mixture is perfect when it holds together when you press it into your hands and feels like wet sand. Add bath bomb mixture to your mold. Fill to the top and pack down firmly. Allow to dry at least 24 hours.  To release from mold, place a plate on mold and gently turn over. Gently tap around the mold with a spoon until the mold slips out.  Take a bath & enjoy!
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 Happy June everyone!!!!!! Literally my favorite month of the year because it’s 1. My birthday month. WooHoo!!! 2. Fabulous weather starts to show up here in NY!!! 3. End of the school year meaning pool days galore with my little princess!!!! Everyone remembers to grab those teacher gifts, even if it’s just a Starbucks Gift Card. But I swear so many people forget about all the other people who work with your kids throughout the year. My daughter has an aide in her classroom, she rides the bus so she has a bus driver! She even sees the speech therapist at school. All of these amazing people Haylie has on her support team deserve a fabulous end of the year gift too. So we decided to get a little cleaver with a box of Bath Bombs from Life Around 2 Angles!!!  Life Around 2 Angels“It all began with me simply trying to make some fun bath bombs for my 2 girls without the harsh and unknown ingredients other stores offer. My girls take bath everyday and they won't go to bed unless they have their fun bath time. Then I tried to sell my bath bombs online, not sure if anybody would like them. Before I knew it, there were tons people supporting me and loving my creations. Many have told me they broke up with LUSH because they tried my bath bombs =p That was my biggest assurance and motivation.” ~ Life Around 2 Angels At Lifearound2angels, everything is done with the idea of 'Do the right thing, do what is right for everyone'. Today, the products are the best sellers in many markets, but everything is still made as if it was the very first time the owner made them for her 2 girls.  OpinionWhen I first spotted this email in my inbox, I was stoked to try a brand of bath bombs claiming to be equal, if not better than Lush! My daughter and I are Lush addicts. Literally. Every time we are at the Galleria Mall in Buffalo, we do some serious Lush damage! I definitely agree that these bath bombs are the same exact quality as Lush. Honestly depending of the season at Lush, these could be better!!! Before you even open the box of Life Around 2 Angels bath bombs, you can smell them! That’s exactly what I’m looking for when shopping for bath bombs. Strong fabulous scent made with all natural ingredients. I will say the bath bombs are smaller size-wise. They aren’t giant like the bath bombs at Lush. Honestly though, I like the smaller bombs better. As Boujee as you feel dropping an over sized bomb into the tube, we all know that’s not exactly necessary at all. These bath bombs look small, but are super “powerful”. I love them!!!! So glad I was able to test a few out and make a few gifts!!!!  Bus Driver, Aides, Therapist Gifts!Since these bath bombs legit look like bird eggs to me. Especially with that brown “grass” at the bottom of the box, I thought it would be cute to create little bath bomb gift bags! The school year is over, so relaxation is definitely needed. Who wouldn’t want bath bombs as a gift?!?! Just pick up a package of clear bags at the Dollar Tree. My favorite place for craft supplies! And pick up several spring colored bows. The picture definitely doesn’t do this creation justice. These bags look so cute in person!!! Total spring/summer vibes that’s for sure!!!  Let’s Chat!Are you a Bath Bomb fan?!The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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 Last week I did something I never thought I would do. I bought the most expensive lotion Zoom Tan had to offer!! Before you think I’m a baller with unlimited cash to toss around, Zoom Tan happened to have a killer sale going on. I had about 3 more uses of my current bottle, so when the tanning lady told me all lotions were 50% off, I was interested in what Zoom Tan had to offer. The first bottle she grabbed was the Sahara Jewel since it was the best deal in the house. Normally $119, on sale for $59 was intrigued. I usually spend $40something a bottle, so it wasn’t going to cost me THAT much more to have the best bottle money could buy! I said heck yeah, ring up a bottle of the Sahara Jewel and I figured I would share my opinion since I can’t be the only one that has always wondered if those beautiful, very expensive bottles are actually worth the loot!!!!  Sahara JewelIf you had three wishes, would a beautiful bronze be on the list? Are you longing for a transforming, gorgeous glow? Your wish is our command! Prepare to take a magical ride to a new state of glowing perfection with the 30X Bronzeuphoria Complex™ Discover a whole new brilliance with Color Bursting Beads for instant, ravishing dark color, while Cushion Silicone drapes skin in a feeling of pure extravagance. Enriched with splendor and mystique, the magic within is waiting to be released! Fragrance: White Sands Zoom Price: $119  Was It Worth It?I’m not even going to lie, Sahara Jewel really is the best lotion I have ever tried. I was pretty pale when I walked into the salon. I’ve been pretty lazy with all things beauty maintenance lately. I blame the rainy weather for not wanting to venture out of my house so I hadn’t been tanning in about a week. I walked out looking like a bronzed goddess. If you’re lazy like me and dread heading to the tanning salon in crappy weather, this is the bottle for you. I felt like it was like two tanning sessions in one. That’s how dark I got.
Would I spend $119 on this bottle? I would have to say no. I did get super tan after one use. The lotion did smell fantastic AND my skin felt soft, clean and not dry at all when I left the salon, but it wasn’t spend $100+ fabulous. I just can’t justify spending that type of cash on a lotion if you’re someone like me with a tanning package. Would I spend $59 again?!? Heck yeah I would!!! I would probably spend anything under $70 for this magical bottle of awesomeness. It really is THAT good!!! I just used the lotion for the 4th time today and I’m still so very in love with it. One of the better beauty purchases I’ve made lately!!! I highly recommend Sahara Jewel if you spot it on sale!!! You will not regret it! The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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Mommy & Me Swimwear ~ Yaffi4/30/2019  Thank you Yaffi for sponsoring this post!!!! Ahhhhhh Vegas!!! Literally one of my favorite places to travel! If you plan ahead, you experience a 4-5 star Vegas vacation pretty cheap. One of the many reasons Sin City will always be a top destination for me!!! It’s totally “Boujee on a Budget”! My favorite way to travel!!!!  Before we left for our little Las Vegas adventure, we were approached by Yaffi Fashion about collaborating on a swimwear post. If you know anything about me, mommy and me fashion is a favorite of mine!!! So heck yeah we decided to collab!!!  Yaffi FashionYaffi is a fast-growing family-friendly fashion brand online. The company mainly focus on matching swimsuit for mom, dad, boy, girl and your littles, but it also offers matching pajamas, children’s clothing. Yaffi mainly targets North America and Europe. They have been holding the philosophy that “Share your life & share your family” to make everyday memorable.  Leaves Printed V Neck Family Matching SwimwearThe print we decided on rocking during our Las Vegas vacation was the Leaves Printed V Neck Family Matching Swimwear. Not only was the print totally adorable, the leaves are also green! Obviously the iconic MGM Grand is green and I knew from Instagram that the MGM pool tubes were green as well. We just HAD to match!!!!  Our Thoughts?I was honestly shocked on the quality!!!! The swimsuits are pretty cheap, so I was expecting some thin, but cute swimwear to arrive. Basically disposable wardrobe. Boy was I floored when two swimsuits showed up at my door thicker and better quality than my TJ Maxx suits I normally buy!!!! The chest section was also pretty padded! No nipples showing!!! Nothing worse than a paper thin swimsuit & this specific swimsuit was as thick as a suit can be! As for sizing, I would size up if you’re on the taller side. I’m 5’8 and have the longest torso of all times. Ordered a large and as you can see from the pics, the swimsuit fit me perfectly!!!! I was so pleased with our choice. I will definitely be ordering more mommy & me suits in the future!!! Let’s ChatAre you planning any summer vacations?The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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 New stirring wheel who dis?!? So I may have made a huge #BossBabe move last week. Hubby traded in his Grand Cherokee and decided to drive my Benz while searching for his dream truck and I upgraded to a mom SUV!!! It’s crazy how futuristic my Cadillac looks compared to my Benz and it’s only been what? 5 years since the Benz was made? Technology sure does amaze me! My Cadillac likes to be all creepy and tell me where I’m going when it’s hooked up to my phone. I might just be taking my location of my iPhone for awhile to avoid any more old lady freak outs lol.... I’m not ready for my car to be smarter than me. Not yet!  Anyway, back to the reason y’all stopped by! My beautiful Black Gold Accent Stiletto Nails. I may have made it so my nails match my new car. Weird? Maybe? But my nails came out looking just as fab as my new ride!!!
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Disney Inspired Nails3/21/2019  I know Spring break already happened for you southern folk! But us here in the Northeast, we have to wait all the way until Easter for a glorious week-long break! We may be headed to Vegas for our week of relaxation, but I know many of you are headed to see Mickey as we did for February break & might be in need of some Disney Nail inspiration!  My Disney Inspired Nails were such a hit everywhere I went in Florida, I decided to share the fabulousness here. I’m not usually a nail design type of gal. I’m all about the stiletto blacks and nudes, but when I hit up Disney, I always try to spice things up with a themed nail. Our last trip I dedicated my nails to Minnie Mouse since my daughter and I were dressed as Minnie while we roamed magic Kingdom!  Let’s Chat!Are you headed anywhere for Spring Break?The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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Lavender Scented Heart Soaps1/28/2019  Ahhhhh ‘tis the season of all things heart shaped!!! I’ve been on a roll lately with the heart shaped content!!! Lavender Scented Heart Bath Bombs, now Lavender Scented Heart Soaps!!!! I just love this time of year!! So girly!!! So fabulous!! So fun!!!!  Making homemade soaps and bath bombs has been a favorite past time this winter!!! My daughter has a bath bomb and colorful soap obsession and making our own has been a great mommy/daughter bonding time activity. So fun and so easy to make!!!  Supplies • ¼ lb melt and pour soap base • 1 drop lavender liquid soap dye • 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil • Small glass bowl • Wooden craft stick • Small silicone heart mold  Step 1. Put soap base in glass bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir very well. If not completely melted, put on for another 10 seconds. Step 2. Stir liquid soap dye and essential oil into the bowl.  Step 3. Spoon mixture into the silicone mold.  Step 4. Let set for about 30 minutes and remove from mold.
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Lavender Scented Heart Bath Bombs1/23/2019  Who isn’t totally obsessed with bath bombs?!?! My daughter and I just can’t get enough of them! With our closest Lush store being and hour and twenty minutes away, I feel we can never quite stock keep them in stock! We are always running out before our next trip to that specific mall. Since bath bombs are our obsession, I thought it would be fun to start making our own. While I’m still obsessed with Lush, I think our Lavender Scented Heart Shaped Bath Bombs come in a close second place. Way better than what you can pick up at Walmart! Enjoy!  INGREDIENTS ● 2 oz Epsom salt ● 4 oz baking soda ● 2 oz corn starch ● 2 oz citric acid ● 1 tbsp grapeseed oil ● ½ tbsp water ● 1 drop violet soap dye ● 20 drops Lavender essential oil  1. Mix the dry ingredients first (Epsom salt, baking soda, cornstarch and citric acid), using the whisk. Mix well to ensure there are no clumps. 2. Pour the wet ingredients (grapeseed oil, water and food coloring (and if you’re using essential oil)) into jar, secure the lid and shake well. 3. Very slowly add the liquid mixture to the dry mixture, about a few drops at time, while whisking. If you’re not pouring slowly enough, the mixture will start to fizz and you don’t want that to happen. 4. Once all of the liquid has been poured into the dry mixture, mix very well until the color is consistent.  5. Immediately fill the molds with the mixture.  6. Firmly stuffing each side full.  7. Secure both parts of the mold together and let set. I always give it about a day, just to be on the safe side.  8. Carefully release bath bombs from molds and put into an airtight container, or individual cello bags.
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 The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and received the product. Omg guys!!!! The best thing ever happened!!!! Best Buy sent me a Michael Kors Access Runway Smartwatch for review!!! This was literally a pinch me moment since I have a huge obsession with all things Michael Kors! Take one peak into my closet and it will look like a mini Michael Kors store spit up all over lol... I just can’t stop buying all things Michael Kors! My 6 year old daughter even has an obsession since I have been grooming her from a young age to love the New York designer. I already know what you’re thinking. I get sent things all the time so what makes this special? But seriously guys!! This watch has been something I have been eyeing FOREVER and it’s now mine to try out. Keep on reading while I spill the tea on the Michael Kors Access Runway Smartwatch.  Michael Kors Access Runway SmartwatchFashion meets function with this designer brand: fresh, eye-catching design is perfect for transitioning from a workout to a night out with ease, and you can customize your dial (watch face)! It has a gold-tone finish that embodies timeless sophistication, and its smartphone connectivity lets you take selfies, ring your phone, access music and keep track of personal goals. The round 42mm case of this Michael Kors smart watch makes it easy to see the interface.  FeaturesSo what exactly are some of the great features of the OS by Google: Michael Kors – Access Runway Smartwatch? • Makes it easier to be healthy with the Google Fit app’s two new activity trackers—Heart Points and Move Minutes—which were designed in partnership with the American Heart Association and the World Health Organization. These evidence-based metrics measure activity intensity, and smarter health coaching makes your fitness goals more achievable by motivating you to stay active throughout your day, every day. (Additional background.) • Provides proactive help from Google Assistant—from viewing upcoming flight info to dinner reservations. • Quick access to Google Pay—so you can pay with a wave at almost anyplace that accepts credit cards. • Maximizes Your Time: Get more done and maximize your time with more glanceable, easy to manage notifications, with smart replies to respond quickly on the go. • Compatible with iPhone/iOS and Android.  Set UpI know this is probably the biggest question on your kind! How easy is the setup? The good news is setup is easy peasy!!! You download the Wear OS app onto your smart phone and the app will literally walk you through the steps to sync your phone to your watch! It will take you about 5 minutes, maybe 10 if you’re someone like me who reads EVERYTHING during setup.  Y’all already know!!! Goodbye cheap looking Apple Watch and hello classy and chic Michael Kors Access Runway Smartwatch!!! I was obsessed with this watch before I somehow manifested it into my existence and that obsession just got bigger once the watch was in my possession. I was also shocked that a Google watch was able to sync so smoothly with an iPhone. I was worried that there would be glitches & delays and so far I can honestly report I haven’t experienced any! My iPhone xsMax is also gold so I’m loving the fact my phone and watch match each other. Y’all better be prepared for all the insta flatlays featuring my matching phone & watch coming in the near future!!!! This watch is my new favorite accessory! Opinion Purchase!Want to purchase one of these fabulous smart watches for yourself? You can do so at your local Best Buy or by visiting the Best Buy Website!!! I love hitting up Best Buy for all of my electronic needs since 1. Geek squads is there to take care of all the complicated tech stuff 2. Price match so I always know I’m playing the lowest price on the market!  Let’s Chat!Do you own a smartwatch?The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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Get Holiday Party Ready With Me12/16/2018 This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hot Tools for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. 'Tis the season of Holiday Parties!!! I don’t know about you, but from November through January, my schedule is booked solid due to holiday festivities!!!! Since I work from home with zero reason to rock anything besides leggings, lipgloss & my favorite scent most days of the week, you best believe I take full advantage of the holidays and get as glammed up as possible every chance I get! Last weekend Hubby & I attended our first formal Holiday Party of the year! Thanks to the new Hot Tools Signature Series, I was able to make myself look salon perfect without actually stepping foot in a salon since Hot Tools launched the Signature Series line, bringing styling tools from a trusted brand used by professionals! Perfect for us work at home boss babes that can’t fit in that salon appointment between running our empires and chasing our kiddos around! Get Holiday Party Ready With Me To achieve this look, I washed my hair the night before and made sure to instantly dry my hair with the Hot Tools® Signature Series Salon Turbo Ionic® Dryer, 1875 Watts. Drying your hair instead of by air will make all of those frizzes disappear! You want your hair to be as straight as possible & this fabulous hair dryer does the trick! Hot Tools Signature Series Digital Flat Iron, 1 Inch The day of your holiday party, have your party outfit on & your makeup all ready to go! Nothing worse than being hair and makeup ready and having that holiday party dress flatten and smudge it all!!! Have that dress on before you start to holiday glam yourself!!! Once that dress is on and your makeup is good to go, grab that Hot Tools Signature Series flat iron, 1 Inch and start straightening away! Your hair should be pretty flat from drying it the night before, but this fabulous Flat Iron will make your hair ultra sleek and have your golden locks shining away!!!! Everyone deserves beautiful, and that’s what you get with these tools. Hot Tools Signature Series Gold Curling Iron/Wand, 1 Inch Once your curling iron is nice and hot, you will want to curl After your hair is looking nice and sleek from your flat iron, it’s time to move on to your curling iron! While your Hot Tools Signature Series is heating up, I usually play with the part in my hair so my hair will lay flat on my scalp! I love the messy part look! Makes your hair look like you did nothing at all and your hair is just naturally this fabulous! And just like that you have a holiday party look that looks like it came straight out of a salon!!! No one would ever guess that you achieved this look for the fraction of the cost in your very own bathroom!!! This look is also a favorite of mine when I travel! Minimal effort/time and leaves you looking like a bombshell straight off the runways! All thanks to Hot Tools!!! The Hot Tools Signature Series is available now at Walmart, Amazon and other mass retailers! #EveryoneDeservesBeautiful! Let’s Chat! Are you attending any holiday parties this year? The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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 And just like that another Bath & Body Works Candle Day has come and gone! Crazy that it’s already December!!! December is my favorite time of year to shop for myself, so I make sure to get all of my holiday gift shopping finished BEFORE Thanksgiving! That way I can take advantage of all those fabulous deals that show up in my inbox daily without a guilty conscience!!! I’m happy to report that 99% of my shopping was completed way before Thanksgiving, so this Bath & Body Works Candle Day, I was able to splurge on every last thing that I wanted guilt free! Listed below are the candles I scooped up during the sale, in the order of how fabulous they ended up smelling for me once at home! No idea what Bath & Body Works Candle Day is? Make sure to check out my last post so you can take advantage of the next Bath & Body Works Sale!!!  CHERY FROSTFRAGRANCE ~ White Cherry, Orange, Juniper with Essential Oils OPINION ~ I am shocked to say this candle is tied for my number one spot on my favorites list!!! Cherry Frost & In The Stars were the most powerful scented candles I purchased in my Bath & Body Works Candle Day Haul! If you love cherry, you will be obsessed with this candle!!! Plus, can we talk about how cute the packaging is?!?! Ahhhhh I love the whole girly Christmas vibe Bath & Body Works went with this season!!!!! Honestly, I purchased this candle for packaging reasons, so that’s why I was shocked that this candle smelled the best! So wasn’t expecting that!!!  IN THE STARSFRAGRANCE ~ Make every moment glow with an addictive fragrance that radiates from start to finish like the stars above. In The Stars is a warm, sparkling blend of starflower, sandalwood musk, sugared tangelo, white agarwood & radiant amber. OPINION ~ I LOVE THIS CANDLE!!!! The scent is super powerful!!! Smells like an expensive perfume, which makes this the perfect candle to burn while getting ready for those Christmas parties!!!! I really wish I would have picked a few more of these up to add to several gift baskets I have made for a few girlfriends! A total steal for only $8.95!  CHAMPAGNE TOASTFRAGRANCE ~ Bubbly Champagne, Sparkling Berries, Juicy Tangerine with Essential Oils. OPINION ~ Champagne & Cranberry, the candle below, are tied for the middle spots on my favorite candle list! I was pretty excited about this candle since I’m champagne obsessed, but at the same time didn’t have my hopes up since most champagne and wine scents tend to be disappointing . This past fall Bath & Body Works had a Champagne Apple & Honey Lotion and I wasn’t too impressed. All I smelled was Apple! Now the Champagne Toast Candle? Bravo Bath & Body Works!!!! Still not as powerful Champagne-wise as us bubbly lovers would like, but it’s a huge step in the right direction!!! Love that I bought this candle!!!! It will definitely make for a great conversation piece when guest come over!  FROSTED CRANBERRYFRAGRANCE ~ Iced Cranberries, Blonde Woods, Red Apple with Essential Oils. OPINION~ Frosted Cranberry smells exactly what what you would expect! That’s always a good thing when spending big bucks on candles. You could totally buy this candle at full price and feel you got your money’s worth!!! I love cranberry, especially around Christmas time, so I was glad I picked this candle up!!! Plus, the packaging is pretty fab itself!!! Girly Christmas galore!!!!  TWISTED PEPPERMINTFRAGRANCE ~ This is what Christmas smells like: Cool Peppermint, Sugared Snow, Vanilla Buttercream, Hint of Musk with Essential Oils OPINION ~ This was honestly the candle I was most excited to pick up!!! It looks exactly what I imagine girly Christmas to look like! It was the first candle I lit up and boy was I disappointed! For $8.95, it didn’t smell bad. It did smell delicious, but considering this is a $24.99 candle on a normal day. Boo! The scent was on the weak side for a Bath & Body Works Candle since most of their candles are pretty powerful scent wise. Glad I didn’t pay full price.I feel this was a candle that deserved that $8.95 price tag!  FREE CANDLE HOLDER!!That’s right! I said FREE Candle Holder!! If you receive Bath & Body Works coupons in the mail, then you know there is a free gift coupon in the December mailer!!! I obviously took advantage of the free gift during the Bath & Body Works Candle Day Sale! This holder was $12.95 & the coupon was for anything under $13. Pretty fabulous candle holder if you ask me! Glad I was one of the crazies at the Bath & Body Works door when they opened so I could actually scoop one of these babies up! I bet they were gone pretty quickly during the sale since I’m sure a ton of shoppers were taking advantage of that free gift coupon!  Let’s Chat!Did you take advantage of the Bath & Body Works Candle Day Sale?
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Bath & Body Works Candle Day TIPS11/28/2018  Omg!!!!! I just found out Bath & Body Works Candle Day is this SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1st!!!!! If you’re not a Bath & Body Works obsessed gal like myself and have zero clue what I’m talking about, this is the day Bath & Body Works discounts all their 3 wick candles down to $8.95. These candles can be marked as high as $24.99 on a normal day, so this is a killer deal if you’re someone like me who needs all the candle scents all the time! Since I’m a seasoned Candle Day Veteran, I thought I would share a few of my Candle Day tips to help you get the most out of your Candle Day experience!  1. Don’t Just Stock Up On Christmas ScentsThis is literally the number one rookie mistake! As much as we want ALL the Christmas scents, who wants to be burning Christmas candles all year long? I know once New Years hits, I’m done with Christmas for the year & that means candle scents as well. If you’re planning on doing a large candle haul, grab a few non-Christmas scents so you have candles to burn all year long! Shopping for a besties Christmas gift? I would also suggest snagging that non-Christmas scent so they can burn it all year long! 2. Call Your Local Store The Night BeforeSome Bath & Body Works Stores actually open early for Candle Day! Some years I have heard of stores opening as early as 7am! If you have certain scents on your must-have list, I would suggest calling your local store to see if they happen to be opening early. Nothing worse than arriving at usual opening time only to find out your scents are sold out because the store had been open for hours! 3. Get There EarlyIf you are someone after the trendy Christmas scents, I would suggest going to the sale early! Everyone has Christmas candles on their mind since they are the newest, so the trendy Christmas scents are going to be the first to go! Get their early to snag your candle! 4. Last Seasons ScentsWas there a scent you were obsessed with last summer? Years past I have actually spotted candles from previous seasons! Just do a little digging and walking around. You never know what you might stumble upon!!! Nothing better than finding that scented candle you were obsessed with and thought you would never lay eyes on again!! It really can happen in candle day! 5. Don’t Be Afraid To Ask!I know you can feel silly asking an employee a simple question. Makes me nervous thinking about it since I’m one of those people who likes to shop without being bombarded by employees asking me if they can help me! But if you can’t find a scent you know should be out on display, ask an employee if they have more in the back! Every time I have thought a candle was sold out, I built up the courage to ask if they had more and they did! Candle Day is crazy busy, so most of the time, if you’re at the sale early, they didn’t have time to restock. If you’re at the sale later in the day, still ask! You never know. Maybe that specific scent isn’t popular in your town and they do have more! 6. Coupons!I know, y’all are like CourtneyLynne said the word coupon?!? Is the world ending?!?! While I might not be a coupon gal most days, it’s not my fault I forget those suckers at home! I am a huge fan of coupons on candle day! If you’re on the Bath & Body Works mailing list, you can use the December coupon book you received in the mail on candle day! That Dollar Discount Coupon will be your bestie!!! You can take off $5, $10, or $15 depending on how much you spend! Just take your coupon book to the store with you and use the coupon for your total amount at checkout! That coupon will make your candles even cheaper!!! Example, spent $20? You will get $5 off with that Dollar Discount Coupon! There is also a coupon for a free gift with purchase in the December coupon book! They won’t let you use the coupon for another candle, I watched someone try one year! But use that baby to score yourself one of the cheaper candle holders for all those new candles you just purchased! That’s what I did at the last Candle Day sale! 7. Stack Mailer Coupons In StoreIf you receive a coupon book with several coupons all attached on the same card, you can use ALL three in one transaction! So if you have the December coupon book, you can use the that Dollar Discount Coupon AND the Free Gidt Coupon in the same transaction! Jackpot!! 8. Best Ways To Use Free Product Coupons.That awesome Free Product Coupon in the December Coupon Book is pretty awesome!! Since you can get pretty much ANY product valued under $14 with any purchase. That’s right, buy one candle and get anything under $14 for free, make sure you use it for something good! I personally use them for candle holders! Other people I know love to use them on the Aromatherapy collection items since they rarely go on sale! 9. OnlineIf you’re not able to shop in-store for Candle Day, they usually release the sale online too, but unfortunately you’ll have to pay to ship. If you’re on the fence about their candles, they smell AMAZING! I actually prefer them over Yankee Candles as they make my entire house from top to bottom smell delicious! 10. Get Free Gift Wrapping Supplies In-Store.Planning to gift those candles you just purchased, but don’t have time to buy a gift bag? Be sure to ask at checkout if you can have cello bags, gift tags, and ribbon! They will give you a set of wrapping supplies per candle!
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Chamilia ~ PEPPERMINT JOY CHARM11/25/2018  As most of you know, we travel A LOT during the holidays. With my family living all over the place in Texas, my besties thousands of miles away back in Orlando, it’s life on the road once the holidays hit since we are located in New York. It it can be rather tough trying to scheme up that perfect Secret Santa gift when you have things like luggage weight limits to worry about on those fights! That’s why I’ve been a huge fan of CHAMILIA when I need that beyond fabulous gift when I’m on the road. Small enough to be tucked away in a carry on bag and fabulous enough to give to even the picket person on your holiday shopping list since everyone loves Swarovski!  About ChamiliaThe Chamilia story isn’t just their story; it’s the story of women all over the world who share the belief that life is meant to be lived in the moment. That the perfect life is the one we live every day. That we live with all our hearts. Our charms and jewelry reflect this passion for living. Love. Milestones. Passions. Relationships. Inspiration. These are the subjects that inspire the Chamilia assortment of charms, beads, bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings. Whether in search of romantic sentiment, a family motif, a symbol for a favorite animal or hobby, or a token to congratulate or motivate, Chamilia designs inspire creativity and self-expression. Find countless ways to personalize your jewelry and tell a story that is yours alone. Chamilia was founded in NYC in 2002 as a charm company, and since its purchase by Swarovski in 2013, has blossomed into a leading brand of both charms and jewelry designed for women to accessorize with meaning. As a Swarovski company, Chamilia is fortunate to be supported by quality experts around the world who help us deliver impeccably-crafted collections that last a lifetime and beyond. Interested to learn more about how Chamilia jewelry is created? Visit the Craftsmanship page.  Since I’m someone who is all about themes & my Secret Santa gifts are usually passed early in the holiday season, I’m all about the Christmas charms/ bracelets when it comes to gift giving! Something festive the recipient can rock around the Christmas tree throughout the season!!!! My favorite charm this year? This beyond adorable charm called Peppermint Joy. This sterling silver charm features light oxidation, opaque red enamel detailing, and white SwarovskiPure Brilliance Zirconia and can be paired with any Chamilia bracelet or necklace. Depending on who I’m shopping for, I will buy either just the charm since they already have a bracelet, or bracelet & charm to get them hooked on the fabulously that is Chamilia. Then every year I can buy another festive charm to add to their collection!!! Such a fun and exciting gift!  Let’s Chat!Are you a Chamilia Charm Collector?
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How To Mall Walk Like A Pro11/18/2018  This post was sponsored by Reebok as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I’m a hater of all things winter. I truly am. I dislike the cold, the snow, the gloomy & ridiculously depressing sky. Winter is literally my nemesis & I’m counting down the days until I can once again walk the pup around the neighborhood in 70-degree weather. Part of my daily routine is that I like to walk. A LOT! Walking is my form of exercise. It’s how I get all my energy out after a stressful day and my life feels all wonky if I’m unable to get a walk in. But during winter? Walking the neighborhood is not happening. I’ve tried. People don’t shovel sidewalks. Plows push ice and snow on the few paths that are shoveled. It’s agonizing to me!!!  The next best thing? Mall walking of course! Mall walking offers a safe, free, comfortable, walker-friendly way for the public to be more physically active. Why Walk The Mall? • Malls offer an indoor environment so you can avoid harsh weather. • Malls have security! • Level ground, which can reduce the risk of trips and falls • Company of fellow mall walkers • Well-lit restrooms, access to free water fountains, and benches or places to sit and rest! The first few times I hit the mall for a nice long walk, I bumped into several other mall walkers. There are even clubs and these people are serious about their daily walks. They have headphones in, they have created their own “lanes” and to them, if you aren’t moving quickly, you’re in their way. It can quite intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! That’s why I created a list of tips for those of you wanting to get into to mall walking! With these tips, you will be mall walking like a pro in no time!  Comfy Shoes!The right shoe can literally make or break your walk. You braved the cold, scrapped snow off of your car & made the trek all the way to the mall, so you definitely don’t want to cut your walk short due to an uncomfortable shoe! That’s why my go-to mall walking shoes are Reebok Classics!! Reebok ClassicsThe reason I’m obsessed with Reebok Classics is because not only are the super comfy, but they are so versatile! I can go walk a few laps at the mall in total comfort and then head to dinner or run some errands rocking the same look! No need to change or anything! My pair of Reebok Classics have rose good accents all over the shoe, so I’m constantly getting compliments on my favorite shoes!!! Want a pair for yourself?!? You can scoop up a pair online at Shoe Carnival!!!  ClothingIf you're like me, you don't necessarily want everyone to know that you're at the mall to work out. The solution is simple: Don't wear workout gear, just wear regular clothes (something comfortable). That way you don't stand out! This is another reason why I love wearing my Reebok Classics for my mall walks! They are comfy enough for a workout, yet match my everyday clothing! Avoid Eye-ContactIn my experience, no one smiles at each other. There is no small talk!! And I love it!!!! The worst part of hitting the gym is all the small talk. None of that happens at the mall. We all divert our eyes to not slow our pace!  Take BreaksI feel I get the best walks in when I take breaks. I will bring a bottle of water with me. Switch which hand I’m holding my water in as if my water bottle was a weight. When I start to feel sluggish, I find a chair or bench and take a water break! Once I down my bottle of water, I’m off to the second part of my walk! Walk BrisklyNo strolling aloud. Walk briskly. Swing your arms and prepare for a real-life game of Frogger!! You will burn more calories the faster you walk and the more you swing your arms!  Take The StairsTake the stairs and not the escalators or elevators. This one should be pretty obvious, but I felt I should toss this tip on the list! Stair climbing is such a fabulous workout! Whenever I have extra energy, I love speed walking stairs over and over!!! I even do this in my own home. My legs always feel like jello after and I love it!!!! Stop Into StoresDon't just walk the length of the mall, stop into the stores and walk around! This will not only give you extra steps, but you'll be so distracted you won't notice you added more steps to your workout! I love going into stores when I start to get bored and haven’t met my steps goal since stores change their stock all the time. Stores are constantly giving me new things to look at while walking.  Let’s Chat!Are you a mall walker? Do you have any mall walking tips of your own?The Recommended Posts widget will appear here on the published site.
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welcomeCourtneyLynne is former model turned mommy & wifey! When not blogging all things foodie, fashion, travel, mom life & straight up fabulousness to the masses, she can be found chasing her daughter around in 6in stilettos & laughing at her own jokes her glass of wine told her to tell. |
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