I’m finally taking a DARE!

Well, I have to admit a nasty or annoying habit I have and quite frankly, I hate to admit it. So, here goes…

I crack my wrists.

A lot.

My family hates it and thinks that it’s the absoultely nastiest thing ever. They tell me that I will end up with arthritis.

And it’s only when my wrists are sore, you know, kind of like cracking your knuckles.

It sounds the same and wanna know something else? Well, I can’t stand the sound of cracking knuckles and it totally creeps me out!

The irony!

So, that’s my dirty little secret.

Next Week’s Dare:

Truth for February 28:

What is the worst recipe you ever made/created?

Dare for February 28:

Show/tell us what is in your purse right this minute. No leaving things out!

What’s yours?

Cheers m’deres!

Truth or Dare: Nasty Habits. originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 21, 2012.

Happy Fit and Firm Friday!

Well, another week has gone by and this marks our 5th week! Which is exciting and I hope you are all getting into the groove of things. If not, it’s never too late to pick up the pieces and get going all over again.

I’ve had slow moving progress due to many reasons but, I am down 5 pounds so far. But, I went to see my specialist and he is sending me off for a CT scan and once they confirm that there are no clots, I can be off of these meds.

I got some disheartening news as well but, that’s for another time. Regardless, I do feel more comfortable now to get moving and I’m looking to get started by doing some yoga at home and getting the “Just Dance” game to shake my bon bon.

LOL.

This Week’s Goals:

• Get moving.
• Drink more water.
• Stay strong on maintaining a healthy diet.
• Eat more veggies.

I hope you all had a fabulous week and make sure you join Sober Julie on Mondays and follow Canadian Coupon Mom and Multi-Testing Mommy (to name a few) while they make their journey to a healthier life.

You can join us too!

If you are looking to lose weight, gain weight or just get healthy!

Cheers m’deres!

Fit & Firm Friday: Keep, Keeping On. originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 17, 2012.

What I really want for Valentines…

Well, I got it!

It has been an amazing day so far and I’ve received everything that my little heart desires. Last year, we had a more romantic Valentine’s Day and this year we had a more family based Valentine’s.

Hubby let me sleep in until noon and when I woke up looking for Mimi and him, he even asked me why I still wasn’t sleeping. He made me my favorite lunch, cucumbers, Tilapia and Hubby D’s Spicy Wedges.

YUM.

He also bought me a gorgeous Orchid plant, which so happens to be one of my favorite flowers and I had my eye on one last week.

He’s the best.

Then he took a nap and Gabby and I prepared a dinner that contained a heart-shaped pizza and a fondue party! Yummy strawberries, bananas, Rice Krispee snacks and dark chocolate!

We made each other cards and it was a great night.

So, being with the loves of my life and having a little time to myself made for a perfect Valentine’s Day!

Hope your day has been great, have a Truth or Dare Valentine’s post to share?

Link Up!

Link Up Next Week!

Truth for Feb. 21:

The worst thing about being a parent is…

Dare for Feb. 21:

I dare you to tell us about a nasty/annoying habit you have! 

Cheers m’deres!

Truth or Dare Tuesday: What I Really Want… originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 14, 2012.

The Day of Love Approaches.

Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, a day to express to your special someone how much they mean to you and a day of friendship and love for your friends and family.

Though I always say, everyday should be a day to express your love to your special Valentine.

I also think that it never hurts to go all out every year, it’s one day after all.

The only problem, well–it tends to get repetitive.

So, you’re stuck for ideas and tomorrow’s Valentine’s.

Uh oh.

Look no further!

Head on over to Elephoto where I’m spreading the love and giving everyone ideas on what to do with your sweetheart and even your little Valentine’s.

You can see these ideas, here.

Happy Valentine’s Day m’loves!

I’m Spreading the LOVE. originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 13, 2012.

Hello m’deres!

A group of fabulous has teamed up with IronKids to bring you a fabulous and most nutritious giveaway too!

But, first a little info about IronKids:

• Fully Canadian and originated in Burlington, ON.
• No aspartame.
• No sugar coating.
• No artificial colors.
• Only REAL ingredients.
• Only 2 grams of sugar and 8 calories.

These are the one of the only types of gummies that I can get my picky 7 year-old Gabriella to take. And she quite enjoys them every morning and I am rested assured that she is getting only the best!

Are you ready to WIN? 

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Happy Entering and Good Luck!

“I am participating in this blog tour by Influential Media on behalf of IronKids. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. The opinions I express are my own.”

#IronKids: Gummies & CASH Giveaway! originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 11, 2012.

January was a great month for Luxebox!

It was loaded with so many amazing things. I must say that having received the Luxe Box has definitely been a highlight of every month. If you aren’t sure what a Luxe Box is, it’s a monthly subscription that comes in a stylish, minimalistic box with your favorite designer or high quality products for you to try.

Watch my video review:

This month I received 4 full-size products and can you tell I’m super stoked?

Wanna know more?

To sign-up you have 3 options, either to sign up for a monthly subscription which is $12/month, for 3 months which is $36 or a yearly subscription that is $120. This option gives you 2 free months!

Oh and did I mention FREE SHIPPING?

Sign up here if you are interested in getting your own personalized tres fabulous Luxe Boxes delivered to your door! If you don’t like surprises, take a peek of upcoming and most requested products for future Luxe Boxes and guess which ones you may get!

This Month:

They sent along the January Luxe Box along with a special My Scent Program and the Bath and Body Luxe Box. Told you it was loaded!

Inside the Bath and Body Luxe Box came a sample of Fekkai Shampoo and Conditioner, along with it a coupon to redeem 8, 000 Shopper’s Optimum points when you purchase any Fekkai hair products. The Shampoo and Conditioner come with Super Glossing capacity and encapsulated my a shining release complex. I didn’t use it just yet but, I look forward in trying it and letting you guys know how it did!

Also inside was a Schick Hydro Silk razor, which I have tried before and I can say I have never suffered any nicks or cuts. It’s very moisturizing and I do like this brand. This retails for $13.99 and the good people from Luxe Box and Schick sent along two coupons for when I’m due for refills.

I was selected to try the My Scent and indulge in so many delicious and tantalizing fragrances. Its purpose is to give you selection and an option before you take the plunge and purchase a full-size perfume that you may not necesscarily end up liking.

Watch my VIDEO review for prices and what I thought about them all!

Now the Main Event:

Inside the Luxe Box, out of 4 products–3 of them were full-sized! They are amazing products as well.

The Chi Silk Fusion was amazing on my hair, it brought back much needed moisture. It protects from thermal styling and environmental damages. It’s alcohol free enriched with pure silk and wheat and soy proteins.

Retails for: $33

Benefit Fahrenheit Full-Sized cream shadow/liner. It’s amazingly soft and leaves a beautiful glimmer.I would use it for a base or to emphasize your brow bone.

Retails for: $19

The China Glaze was definitely a bonus, in Fushia Fanatic and it’s absolutely gorgeous. It went on smooth and with a beautiful lacquer. It didn’t give me a retail price but, I would place it between $8-$12.

The Yves Rocher Rouge Dragee, another full-size surprise is a beautiful color. It’s soft and supple and you can either wear it full on or mix it into your lip gloss. I love the color.

Retails for: $5

Enter to win:

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Happy Entering, cheers m’deres!

Luxe Box: January Edition & February Giveaway! originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 10, 2012.

Wearing glasses is something that most people dread.

While others embrace it.

I’ve mentioned before that I’ve used glasses since I was about 16 years-old and no offense to my loving parents, I didn’t like the style I was wearing. Though they were designer Ralph Lauren’s, metal rimmed glasses are just not ME.

Not until I was able to choose my own frame and style is when I started LOVING wearing glasses and feeling confident and sexy in them.

There are plenty of ways to shop for glasses nowadays and one of  most favorite way is to do it on my lunch break or while I’m at home surfing the web. It’s much easier than going into a store and having to shop around the only styles that they carry or to be persuaded one way or another.

For my American friends and readers, Glasses.com makes it super easy to find amazing glasses, even name brand eyeglasses for a great price and in styles that you’ll go crazy for.

At least I know I do.

Since glasses are such an important and vital part of my life (I absolutely need them or I can’t see) I tend to splurge and have a few pairs on hand at all times. For style or in the emergency that one pair breaks and I’m not left in the dark.

Looking over their styles and prices, I am super impressed that they have so many of the type of frame that I like, which is the thick-framed, rectangular one. They have really nice ones starting from $29 and up. You can choose my style, face shape, frame shape and frame size. You can also try them on virtually.

I also love the fact that on days that I choose to use contacts, Glasses.com has an awesome designer sunglasses section that suits every style. From simple to LOOK AT ME!

And in really, really good prices for designers.

There are some really nice Baby Phat’s and True Religion that I would definitely wear and prices start at $59.

Though I am proudly Canadian, I am always looking out for the best deals for my American friends, Glasses.com has a 30 day no questions asked return/exchange policy. They pay for shipping both ways, so you have no risk. They also have a 1 year manufacturer’s defect policy in place and a 50% breakage policy.

So you can shop online and not worry about a thing.

They currently ship for free in the US only but, if you know someone who lives in the states and can have them mailed there–Glasses.com is more than happy to do that for you.

What is your style and what kind of frames do you like? Have you ever bought online?

Let me know!

Til then, cheers m’deres!

Disclaimer: I received compensation in exchange of my honest opinion about Glasses.com, it has in no way influenced my opinion and all thoughts expressed are genuinely my own. Thanks for reading.

Glasses.com- Shop with Ease! originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 10, 2012.

It’s all in your head.

The whole mentality of getting back into shape or getting fit for life is a day by day battle.

Eating healthy can be delicious but, some days it’s just easier to take the easier route. The healthier route always takes more time, more attention and work.

But, they say nothing good ever comes easy right?

I have to say that I am back on track and so far so good. To be quite frank, I’ve shied away from the scale this past week and I really don’t want to step on it until I feel a little more comfortable. I have my specialists appointment this coming week and I will find out if the clots are gone in my lungs and hopefully they are. Then I will be off this meds and hopefully (God willing) be given the green light to start living a more normal life again.

One thing that I have increased is my veggie intake which is always a struggle for me, I’m a creature of habit and I tend to fall into a pattern in my foods and I’m okay with it.

My tip of the week, add nuts to your diet. The best kind for you are the organic natural almonds, brazil nuts, walnuts or opt for a small handful of pistachios and sunflower seeds. About 1 oz. is a good serving and pair it with fruit and you have a great filling snack. If you can get the salt-free kind–even better.

Always remember to measure.

They pack a powerful punch with so many nutrients, good fats and fiber and keep you full longer.

So, how did you guys do this week?

I hope you all did fabulous, if not pick it back up and start again! If you are new to this hop, remember if it’s for ANYONE and EVERYONE looking to get fit or healthy.

Lose weight or gain.

Join us.

Make sure to visit Sober Julie this Monday for Motivated Mondays!

Now, Link Up!

Fit & Firm Friday: Back At It. originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 10, 2012.

Love is in the air!

Who can forget the classic story from Lady and the Tramp?

*swoon*

The classic story returns, on DVD + Blu-ray Combo Pack!

A classic love story unfolds in the best Disney tradition as a lovely young pedigreed cocker spaniel named Lady, who lives a pampered life, finds herself falling romantically for Tramp, an amorous street-smart pooch without prospects. Although they have fun together on several dates, including a sentimental spaghetti dinner by moonlight at Tony’s restaurant, their relationship is strained not only by Lady’s loyalty to her human family and their newborn baby, but by Tramp’s devil-may-care attitude that eventually gets Lady in trouble and tossed into the dog pound. However, good-hearted Tramp redeems himself by saving the baby from potential harm and thus wins Lady’s love and the affection of her human family.

Share this timeless Disney Classic with your family as Walt Disney’s beloved classic, Lady and the Tramp, finally releases from the Disney Vault for the first time ever on Blu-ray. This heartwarming tale now charms a new generation of families and fans with its exquisite animation and unforgettable songs in one of the greatest love stories of all time.  Featuring high definition sound and immersive bonus features your family can enjoy together, Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition is a must own addition to your Disney collection. 

Blu-ray Bonus:                  

• Disney Second Screen: Inside Walt’s Story Meetings*
• Audio Commentary: Inside Walt’s Story Meetings
• Diane Disney Miller: Remembering Dad
• Three Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes
• Never Recorded Song: “I’m Free as the Breeze”

Classic DVD Bonus:

• Lady’s Pedigree: The Making of Lady and the Tramp
•  Finding Lady: The Art of the Storyboard
•  Original 1943 Storyboard Version of the Film
•  PuppyPedia: Going to the Dogs
• “The Siamese Cat Song,” Finding a Voice for the Cats
• “Bella Notte” Music Video
• Trailers
• Excerpts from “Disneyland” TV Shows

 DVD Bonus:                       

• Diane Disney Miller: Remembering Dad
• PuppyPedia: Going to the Dogs

Digital Bonus:

• Diane Disney Miller: Remembering Dad
• Three Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes
• PuppyPedia: Going to the Dogs

Check out the Trailer:

Win It!

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Good luck and Happy Entering!

The Lady & The Tramp: Diamond Edition Giveaway! originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 8, 2012.

Guess What?

This Lil Piglet and Tales of a Ranting Ginger, together with a group of the following fabulous Canadian bloggers are super excited to bring the Moola Love Valentine Sweeps cash giveaway February 7th 12:00 am EST – 14th at midnight.

You can enter to win $100 cash via PayPal!

Anyone with a PayPal account can enter to win this LOVE-ly cash prize that is open worldwide!

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Moola Love $100 Worldwide Sweeps! originally appeared on Whispered Inspirations on February 6, 2012.