It’s the start of the first summer holiday weekend, so instead of a beauty product review. Here’s what I did last night. I Bought This, Informational Link Gardening Passion I’m a gardening fanatic. I’ve been gardening since I was a kid. I think my first Girl Scout badge was the gardening badge. When we moved …
Rating my 3 Flawless by Finishing Touch tools
The first time I bought a product from Flawless was because of the multiple ads in magazines for their FINISHING TOUCH FLAWLESS PRO. I happen to have a lot of facial hair and get frustrated often because of it. I’ve had Laser hair removal done twice, electrolysis and have tried every gadget out there …
Enough is Enough
Eighteen children and three adults including a teacher senselessly killed at a school in Texas. Texas, a state with no gun permit requirement and no need to even have any training in how to use a firearm. Heartbreaking, sickening news. Please support candidates who will do more than ask for thoughts and prayers for the …
New Comfy Hush Puppies Sandals
Just about every spring since I was in college, I buy myself a new pair of sandals for the warm weather. Up until this past weekend, it’s been too cold for sandals, so I had some extra time to find this year’s model. I Bought This, Affiliate Links My New Summer Sandals Because I go …
My Favored Sunscreens Now
This weekend was hot, hot, hot, and we were outdoors a lot. Sunscreen is a must for every day, whether indoors or out. But now that the sun is getting strong by the day, I try to make sure my face is protected. But truth be told, I don’t love sunscreen. Frankly, I don’t think …
The Sunday Scoop brings the giveaways your way
Another week of terrific giveaways is here. I hope you are finding them helpful and that you’ve found some success. Next week is very long so I’m aiming to share on Saturday to give you extra time. Please send me vibes that my cast comes off this week and I can get back to the …
Our New Member at Beauty Spotlight Team
Beauty Spotlight Team is growing, and once again, we’re an “international” group. Well, we at least have one member from outside the U.S., to give us a broader perspective on things. Over the Hilda Blog I’d like to introduce Hilda, a retired teacher and the editor of Over the Hilda Blog. Her blog is designed to …
Korres Nourishing Probiotic Gel-Cream
I Bought This, Affiliate Links A sample packet of Korres Nourishing Probiotic Gel-Cream (mentioned here) that came with my Sephora order convinced me that this will be my go-to moisturizer of the summer (when I’m not testing out another product). I love gel-creams. I love their light but hydrating texture. So when I tried the …
2 products that give me happy hair
PR sample, purchase I’m one of those people who need a good hair day to help create a happy day and today I want you to know about two products that give me those happy days – BRITISH M Flex Gentle Brush and BLISSY SILK PILLOWCASES. What a difference these make. My hair is …
Melt Cosmetics Gel Eyeliner & Sale
I’ve been a fan of Melt Cosmetics for several years. It’s makeup that I buy. The eye makeup is what I seem to use most. I adore the shadow stack I bought a couple of years ago, and I have Smoke Sessions, one of the terrific palettes. Melt Gel Liner For quite a while, I …
My Windows Are Finished!
I am so exhausted I can hardly keep my eyes open. And I am usually a night owl. I got up early in case the workmen came as early as they did the last time. Then I spent the entire day raking the moss out of the lawn, digging compost out of my compost pile, …
Cutter Poison Ivy Wipes
Cape Ann Museum Blooms This afternoon, Jeff and I went to Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester to see their version of “Art in Bloom” where designers create floral displays that capture the essence of a particular artwork. It was very nice, not quite as good as at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, but …
The Sunday Scoop giveaways are ready for you to win
Mid May has lots of fun giveaways including a lot of trips. I never did find out if you like me including these. What I do know is that everyone loves winning and my broken arm and I hope you’ll be one of those who win. MAY 15 Good Science – https://app.viralsweep.com/sweeps/full/393e52-110913?framed=1#f8484210 Join Good Science …
Mid-May Beauty Spotlight Team
This week was indentured servitude in my garden and yard. Oh my, so much to do this season. I’m trying to minimize some of the grass especially in my backyard that used to be full sun but not is deep shade and part sun. The oaks and evergreens have grown so tall over 20 years, …
Update on My Vegamour Odessey
Today, I went into Boston to get my hair recolored after 6 weeks. Boy, it needed it! I Bought This, Affiliate Links Getting my color refreshed reminded me that I should post an update on my journey with Vegamour. As you may recall, Vegamour sent me several of their “healthy hair and scalp” products last …