Women for Women Wednesday: Gwen Stefani

I started listening to No Doubt when I was in elementary school and I have always been a fan of the whole band, and especially Gwen.  She is an ultimate rock star, fashionista with a soft, homebody, family woman side.

Beauty Talk: Hempz Body Moisturizer

Hempz Body Moisturizer is more expensive than your average, off the drugstore shelf product, but it is amazing.  You won't find this on the shelf in Walmart or Target so, if you are looking for it, check out your local beauty salons.

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Toasted Lobster Ravioli

Yes, I realize that this is the second lobster ravioli recipe in as many weeks, but this is a great, simple snack to prepare for New Year's Eve.  It only has a few ingredients and it is ready within half an hour.  Toasted ravioli is a nice, crunchy snack that is perfect for dipping!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas, one and all!

Even if you don't celebrate Christmas, take a few moments to be grateful for all of the wonderful people and blessings in your life.

Women for Women Wednesday: Isla Fisher

I first saw this adorable Aussie actress in Wedding Crashers, and I thought she was absolutely hilarious.

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Splurge or Steal: Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Lip Pencil vs. Joe Fresh Long Wear Lip Pencil

While searching for the perfect red lipstick, I have also been on the hunt for the perfect liner to go with it.  I've swatched and tested a lot of liners and these two ended up being my favorites.

Lobster Ravioli with Creamy Zucchini, Tomato and Kale Sauce

Costco sells 2 packs of lobster ravioli for an amazing price and I am in love!

Women for Women Wednesday: Tati a.k.a. Glam Life Guru

I have only been watching Tati's (Glam Life Guru) YouTube videos for about a year now, but she has become one of my absolute favorite personalities.

(Image from Tati's twitter)

Beauty Talk: 40 Carrots Vitamin Serum

I am a huge fan of Winners because I can always find products there that aren't in other stores in my area.  One of those items is the 40 carrots serum.  I discovered this a few years ago and I fell in love with it.  It is inexpensive (my Winners sells it for $8.99), it lasts a long time and, most importantly, it makes my skin glow.

Easy Holiday Decorations

I love how beautiful everything looks when the Christmas decorations are put up but, I have to admit that I am pretty lazy about actually putting my own up.  I like to find decorations that can be stored in ready-to-use condition so that I can just pull them out again the next year.  I even pack away my little Christmas tree with the ornaments on it.  Birdcages are a great decoration that are easily stored and require no effort from year to year.

Butter Tart Topped Shortbread Cookie Bars

Butter tarts and shortbread cookies have always been two of the most popular Christmas treats in our house.  There is often a debate over which dessert to pick, but now you won't have to!

These bars perfectly combine the airy lightness of shortbread with the gooey sweetness of butter tarts.  Bits of butter tart topping work down through the shortbread base, mixing in throughout the bar, preventing it from separating when you slice it.

Women for Women Wednesday: Amanda de Cadenet

Photographer, interviewer, writer, women's activist, mommy, do-it-all-er Amanda de Cadenet is a total woman's woman.

(Image from Amanda's official website)

Beauty Talk: Bobbi Brown Sultry Red Lipstick

I have been searching for the perfect red lipstick for a long time, so I was very optimistic when I saw this limited edition Bobbi Brown lipstick in Sultry Red.  Released especially for the holidays, this lipstick comes in a classy gold tube and is described as a bright blue red.

Pepper and Tomato Sauce

Now that winter has hit, there is nothing more comforting than pasta with homemade sauce!

Women for Women Wednesday: Brittany Snow

I first saw Brittany Snow on American Dreams and, although I didn't really watch the entire series, she was was my favorite character.

(image from her twitter account @brittanysnow)

Beauty Talk: Bite Beauty Whipped Cherry Lip Scrub

Last week I reviewed the Bite Beauty Agave Lip Mask, which I wasn't a huge fan of (shocking, I know).  This lip scrub was actually an accidental purchase, as the Sephora website was having issues on the Friends and Family sale day.  However, I love this product!