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Sunday, April 15, 2012

Men's Ring Trend: Dark Cobalt

I just recently got engaged and I couldn't be more happy or excited about it. However, I did not realize the amount of stress it takes to make a wedding possible. I always heard couples talk about how stressful but I always thought I would have so much fun planning my wedding. There are so many little details you don't think of that can really take a toll on your stress level and it tests your relationship!

The funnest part about our wedding planning has been choosing the rings, of course. My fiance knew that I was , lets just say a little picky, so he thought it would be a fun idea to go in together and choose them as a couple. I loved this idea it was so fun and we both got to choose the ring we loved. I didn't realize all the options men have for wedding rings! We decided on a black cobalt ring for my fiance and a ornate engagement ring for me! I just love the dark color for my man. It is so sexy and different. Titanium-Jewlery.com really offers a broad affordable wedding rings for both men and women.

Friday, April 13, 2012

Spice Up Your Lunch

I get sick of the same old salad: carrots, celery, dressing. I wanted to try out some new interesting ingredients to my salad so its not so boring. I tried an avocado in my salad for lunch today and it was so tasty! The texture, taste and thickness really added a lot of unique tastes that I originally wouldn't think would taste good together.

Since my experience with the avocado I searched for some new salad recipe ideas and I found this one. Included in the salad is: avocados, cantaloupe, prosciutto, and walnuts. Such an interesting mix but incorporates crunch and textures, which makes for an extra delicious taste. All needed is dressing of your choice, my favorites is always vinaigrette of some sort and presto! Finito!

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Just Bitten

Wearing lipstick is so fun! I especially like wearing it when I'm out on the town, out with the girls, or shopping. The thing I don't like about lipstick is that I have to always reapply it to make look decent, without it flaking off.I love to wear lipstick for certain occasions but some are not fully comfortable with the idea. I remember when I first would wear it I would feel like a clown. But once I got accustomed to the look I will loved it! Its such a fun way to change up your makeup routine or add a little pop of color. I even accessorize my outfits around it: instead of big earrings I wear red lips.

For occasions such as work or for those of you who aren't fully comfortable with the idea of bright lips I found an alternative: lip stain. Revlon Just Bitten. Just Bitten is a lip stain that tints the lips and acts more like a "lip gloss". It gives just the right amount of color so its not as overbearing as lipstick. Its a very pretty, subtle look.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Homeade Popsicle Recipe

There is nothing better than a glass of wine after a long day of work. There is something about wine that takes the stress out of life, maybe its the relaxation part, the taste or the effect of wine;) Whatever it is, it works!I love my white wines and am not a huge fan of dry, bitter, dark wines. I like the occasional sweet red glass every once in a blue moon but the sweet wine is like sweet dessert after dinner...mmmm.

 What better way to incorporate wine and fruit into a Popsicle? I have been monitoring the foods I eat and my health so I have been trying to cut back on high fructose corn syrup and processed foods. I have been making everything home-Ade with ingredients I trust and that are organic. While on my health search I found these Popsicles. So here is the recipe I hope you enjoy!

 Fig and Clementine Port Wine Pop tail
Makes eight 2-and-1/4-oz. Popsicles
 2 cups of port wine (or any dry fruity variety will work)
2 lbs clementine tangerines
1 1/2 lb figs ¼ cup honey
 1. Place wine, clementine tangerines, figs and honey in a food processor or blender and process or blend until pureed, about 1-2 minutes. Pour mixture through a medium strainer.
 2. Pour strained mixture into Popsicle forms and freeze for about 2 hours or until mixture starts to solidify enough to hold a Popsicle stick upright. Insert Popsicle sticks and finish freezing Popsicles overnight. To release Popsicles run hot water on the outside of Popsicle molds for a 2-3 seconds.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Hola Sangria

White wine sangria screams one thing: Summer! Time to dig out the lawn chairs, fire up the grill and mix up some alcoholic beverages. This sangria can either be mixed up for a gathering or for a quiet, relaxing evening.

I found this recipe on Better Homes and Gardens and I know I can't resist sparkling white wine and juicy strawberries. Even if you have had a run in with sangria before and "refuse to ever drink it again' I recommend you try this version!

Here's the recipe...enjoy!
1 750-milliliter bottle dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup strawberry schnapps
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Ice cubes
Whole strawberries (optional)

What you do:
In a 2-quart pitcher stir together wine, strawberry schnapps, and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add sliced strawberries. Cover and chill for 1 to 4 hours. Serve in glasses over ice. If desired, garnish with whole strawberries. Makes 5 servings.