Sage & Olive Oil Buttercream

I realize that this may sound like a strange combination, but I think that's why I wanted to try it.  I was making Randy's blueberry cake for her birthday and I didn't want to put plain old buttercream icing on top (even though I love the stuff).  So I decided to get creative.  The flavours are very mellow; you get the slightest taste of herb cutting into the sweetness.  So, without further ado, here's the recipe!

Women for Women Wednesday: Chrissy Teigen

Chrissy Teigen is one of my favorite models, but not just because of her looks.

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Yes she is beautiful but she is also so much more.

Beauty Talk: Bite Beauty Agave Lip Mask

I have been wanting to try this product for months, as it has been getting rave reviews all over the Internet.  It was constantly sold out on the Sephora website and I cannot find it in any local stores.  However, I finally got my hands on it last month during the Sephora Friends and Family sale.

It comes in a nice little squeeze tube, which is easy to thrown in your purse and take on the go.  It goes on clear and adds a nice shine to the lips.

Gratitude Break: Thank You Fitbit!

I bought a Fitbit One back in June, and used it without fail.  I love this little gem.  It tracks steps, flights, sleep, distance, etc.

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Unfortunately, I lost mine on Saturday. Insert massive sad face here!

Easy & Spicy Shrimp Oriental Noodles

I love seafood, spice, and easy meals!  Instant noodles bring me back to childhood, but I do like to add a grown up taste.  This meal is easy enough to prepare and, most importantly, it tastes great!

Women for Women Wednesday: Gabrielle Bernstein

While researching Sheryl Sandberg's book, I kept stumbling across Gabrielle Bernstein's books, but I didn't pay attention to them at first.  As I was researching a business book, I automatically assumed that Gabby was offering more of the same, but I was wrong.  I picked up her book "Add More Ing to Your Life" and I am truly glad that I did.

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Beauty Talk: OPI Feelin' Hot-Hot-Hot

I know that fall is normally the time to dive into the dark, warm, cozy nail polish shades but I am not ready yet.  The weather turned very cold, very fast and we seemed to skip past fall and jump right into winter, so I needed a bright pick-me-up for my manicure.  I chose a gorgeous, flamingo pink polish from OPI: Feelin' Hot-Hot-Hot.

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Make Dinner Easier!

Like many of you, I have a regular 9 to 5 job and the last thing I want to do when I get home is start cooking dinner.  So, I have recently started precooking my chicken breast and then freezing the cooked chicken for use later.  I used to buy the value packs of chicken breast, individually wrap them, and then throw them in the freezer.  This is great, but then I still have to cook it . . .  and sometimes I just don't want to take the time to do that after work.

Women for Women Wednesday: Sheryl Sandberg

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My first introduction to Sheryl Sandberg was seeing her book on a reading list in a women's magazine.  I added it to a list of books I planned to read in the future, but it took me a few months to get around to it.  When I finally did, I wished that I had read it sooner.

Winter Skin Saver: Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil

I live in an area that is extremely dry in the winter.  So dry that you end up with raw, red patches of skin from all of the icy cold air that is constantly blowing on you.  I purchased a humidifier a couple of years ago, which helped a bit, but it still wasn't enough.  Last winter I discovered this gem and it literally saved my skin!

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5 Days of Pizza

Near the start of this week, I suddenly had a craving for pizza. But I didn't want to order pizza from anywhere; I wanted to make my own. I made 5 different pizzas over the course of the week, all of which I made on whole wheat pitas. I will give a bit of a warning though - the middle gets soggy really fast! Divvy these up and eat them right away!

Women for Women Wednesday: Jennifer Aniston

I am sure that almost everyone has heard of Jennifer Aniston.  After watching her play Rachel Green for 10 years, it would be hard not to be a fan.

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Beauty Talk: Rimmel Scandaleyes Rockin' Curves Mascara

I am a total mascara junkie.  I have light lashes, so I really appreciate the way that mascara helps them to stand out.  I've tried tons of different mascaras from inexpensive to very expensive and I always end up going to back to the same 3 brands: Maybelline, L'Oreal, and Rimmel.  I recently discovered the Rimmel Scandaleyes Rockin' Curves Mascara, and so far I am impressed.

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