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Armstrong Ceilings

February 21, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Armstrong Residential Ceilings. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

How many home improvement projects have you done in the last year? I mean in total? And how many do you wish you could have done? Maybe a new bathroom faucet, a leaky bathtub, or maybe just a pipe snaking for a pesky drain?

What if instead of fixing that problem after it occurred you could update before it happens? In the last year there have been quite a few projects which have been completed in our home. These include some masonry work and leveling of the patio in the back yard. There is also the issue of the ceiling in the dining room which needs some updating. It isn’t falling down, but a refresh would be nice.
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New from Southern Living, The Slim Down South Cookbook

February 14, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

As a Northern girl who loves Southern food a little too much, this was a welcome addition to my kitchen. Nothing much beats a good pecan pie or batch or biscuits, and you bet your sweet tea that I love my time below the Mason-Dixon line even if it tends to work my waistband a little bit 🙂 Apparently, I can make some of my favorites at home, and with less calories as well. Who knew? Read on for more info- then go get this cookbook and start cooking 🙂

Can Southern food be satisfying and healthy? You bet your biscuits! THE SLIM DOWN SOUTH COOKBOOK: Eating Well & Living Healthy in the Land of Biscuits and Bacon, a new book written by registered dietitian and award-winning journalist Carolyn O’Neil, serves up delicious recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks while teaching you an easy-to-follow philosophy for living a healthy lifestyle — without giving up the Southern food you love.

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Calagenesis – boost your immune system

February 9, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

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There are many supplements out there these days. Some of which are what some would call snake oil. Some times this is true, other times it is just people who don’t understand how something as simple as a pill could improve your health. We are going to look at something that can actually help, not snake oil but squid ink. Squid ink is a source of Natrium, Potassium, phosphorus,Calcium, Magnesium, & Selenium, besides rich protein. Squid is also a good source of vitamins B1, B2, B12, Tiamin, Riboflavin, Niasin, Folic acid and vitamins A,D,E,& K. All of which make it a great immune system booster. With just one pill a day it is a simple way to naturally increase your immunity during flu and cold season without taking hand fulls of vitamins, minerals and herbs.
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Travel In Style

January 31, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

I believe that traveling is good for the soul. The chance to explore new places, to meet new people and to experience the view from another angle offers a person the chance to grow, to improve and to create memories. Travel gives a true appreciation of other cultures, and when you are away from home you learn to appreciate the place you hang your hat. I like to think that I leave a piece of myself in every city that I visit and that I take a little bit of my journey home with me.

I have been fortunate to travel often, to see the sights, to experience the thrill of the unknown and to develop an appreciation of exceptional accommodations. I enjoy seeing the personality of the decorator shine through in different hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts, and inns. Attention to detail with my comfort in mind places these amazing and stylish people that can make a hotel room seem better than home at the top of my list of things to applaud when I am on the road.

While I have spent many nights in a hotel, among the most memorable nights in my adventures I have had the privilege of staying in was a hotel that was in a building that was once a bank. The hotel was unique, cozy, and it will forever stand out in my memory of being the perfect blend of luxury accommodations with a hint of the rustic style of the Wild West. The bathroom was amazing. The vanity was made a rich dark wood, the mirrors were strategically placed and the lighting was perfect. The jacuzzi was nothing short of heavenly.
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Share Your Love at the Valentine’s Day – Adopt an Abandoned Puppy

January 25, 2014 by Samantha 1 Comment

What are you doing for Valentine’s Day? Do you have a significant other that you are planning to spend it with? Maybe you are planning on ‘surprising’ them with the traditional dinner, chocolate, and flowers? Why not think outside the box this year? Make it extra special. Give someone a bundle of furry, unconditional love. Adopt a puppy. It truly is the gift of love that keeps on giving.

There are so many puppies in need of a loving home. Every day, new puppies arrive on the doorsteps of the growing number of No-Kill shelters throughout the city. Even though the city just built a new $5 million dollar shelter for abandoned pets, there still isn’t enough room to house the overwhelming population.

So why not share the true meaning of Valentines Day with your significant other or, if you’re single like me, share it with yourself. Go out today and save a life and give yourself the greatest companion there is to humans- A Dog.
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Filed Under: animals, lifestyle Tagged With: adopt a puppy, animal adoption, Valentine’s Day

Planning a trip through the Highlands of Scotland

January 24, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

There are many destinations within the UK that make great holiday destinations, but none are greater than the Scottish Highlands. Rolling hills, a rich cultural history and a diverse range of activities on offer make it not only one of the greatest destinations in the UK, but also the wider world.

There’s no better way to see Scotland than by car. The roads are in fantastic condition and many of them are thrilling driving roots snaking through the untouched and awe-inspiring country side. The country will also be opened up to you on the road meaning you can see vast quantities of the country within a reasonably short space of time.

Plan your trip around a central theme

When looking to explore an entire country, it’s important to have a focus around which you plan the journey. There are plenty of ways to do this in Scotland though one of the most popular is taking a tour around the world-famous distilleries.
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MyYogaWorks Health and Fitness

January 23, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for MyYogaWorks. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

Working out while away from home can be tough. When dealing with nagging husbands, clingy kids and a yappy dog,(all of which can’t make their own breakfast?) where does the relaxing yoga come in?