My Philosophy

Philosophy-

I love this company. I have used so many of the products and I thought I would share some of my favorites:

Eyeshadow Color of Grace

Eye shadows: I have both heaven and earth & not sure what the other is called (I think it's discontinued) 

they are a soft shimmer shear that work so well with each other. I do admit that I use H&E more. I always stick with browns but the pink & white and great for a HOT summer day for a light fresh look.



Kiss of hope

 Kiss of Hope provides a touch of color and I nice protective coat on my lips. I use this everyday to refresh me lips.

State of Grace

Fragrance!!!! I haven't come across I scent I don't like. All are soft and fresh. I can never smell it on me but I get so many complements of how good I smell ;)  I just saw yesterday that QVC has the newest scent called "you are divine"  (only art QVC)

Purity

Cleanser/moisture- All products I have tried have been great. This is a staple must have. Who's it for??? All skin types!!! 

Supernatural

I would say that this is my favorite product from Philosophy. I haven't use liquid foundation in years. It's easy to apply and give an even glow to your face. I thought about other powder products but you have to tap, swirl and use brushes and apply several layers this you just rub on your face. You can't go wrong.

Summer Grace

This is a new scent that I would LOVE to smell. Philosophy has just come out with new product and I can't wait to try some. Don't forget to look at the body washes & lotions!!

Oh wait I'll be at SEPHORA in 8 days!!!

I have already started a wish list.

From Dior to Urban Decay and soooo many more.

If you have any questions on any of Philosophy let me know!

I get mine from several places:

 QVC.com

Sephora.com

Philosophy.com

Catch up/Thoughts

Thoughts:

• my good friend had her baby boy on Sunday! All are healthy and happy!
• I was invited to go to a Beach Boys concert. (It was a package prize). We enjoyed a limo ride, meal @ Mad Moose Grill and a meet and greet!! I had a blast.
• About the Limo ride.....We had been waiting for 15 minutes decided to call and found out someone else called and changed the reservation!! The nerve! It was all worked out and now we have a funny story to tell. If anyone knows a Ed Wanga tell him jokes on him.
• I just noticed that in September I only work 1 full week!! due to Labor day and taking a trip the next week. I have some nice loooong weekends!!
• I can't believe that my 2nd wedding anniversary in less then a month away. I had the best wedding and have a GREAT marriage.
• I have been out trying to find new shirts for work and I have had NO luck!!! I'm not a big shopper. I like going to outlets 2-3 times a year but I go to the same ones so I get in & out fast. I have a trip planned in September to Ohio to see my home girls and I get a chance to shop til I drop so I have a feeling I will find something. If not cloths we may go to Sephora!!!
• My new obession is youtube! I know it's old news but it's new to me. I was serching for the feather extensions and came across Kandee Johnson! She has so many "how to" video's. From hair to make-up oh she is educational, funny and I love her sense of humor! Check her out.

That's all for now!! Have a great Thurday :)

Come fly with me

Recently I was told about a great airline (can you believe that)

Allegiantair

My source informed me that this airline offers nonstop flights for cheap

he has used them several times (he lives in NY and has a second home in FL)

we're talking $77 round trip!!!!

He told me the plane has 3 seats on on side and 2 on the other (smaller plane) but it has nice leather over sized seats and it was a nice experience.

Here is the catch if you want to call it that.

The locations they have are limited and they only fly certain days of the week

EX: If you leave from Elmira, NY you can fly to FL (3 airport locations)

&

they may fly only on Monday's and Friday's

Check it out. Find a airport near you!

Taco Cornbread Bake

This is one of the best recipes that I have found lately. I search for new recipes ALL the time! I came across Plain Chicken and she is an amazing cook. I have tried several of her recipes and I have enjoyed everyone so far. Check out her site and try a few. Another I would highly recommend is 7-UP biscuits. Check in on her everyday to find a new recipe.

Taco Cornbread Bake
1 lb ground round
1 packet taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chiles
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (I didn't use)
1 box Jiffy corn bread mix, plus ingredients to make cornbread
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (I use Mexican mix shredded cheese)
sour cream
salsa

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water and taco seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup of cheese, Rotel tomatoes and black beans. Spoon into a greased 9 inch round cake pan.

Prepare corn bread mix according to package directions for corn bread. Spread over beef mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes.

Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.  Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Enjoy!!!

Wake up! I'm I in a rut???

1. I went to my parents last night and I have to take a different route because of road construction. I mentioned to my mom that it only adds a couple miles but it feels like 20 extra minutes. On the way home I took the detour and then noticed after passing the road on the other end the detour is no longer necessary.

2. I noticed today that I wear tan pants everyday. 

3.  I thought yesterday was Thursday (enough said)

4. I haven't lived at my parents home for 13 years. I went to call my home last week and dialed my parents....I guess I will always consider my parents home my home.

I did notice:

I love me some Panera Bread!!! I don't go often because I feel its expensive and it's so busy ALL the  time. I mostly go when my friend Joan and I have a date night but even recently we have picked other places. I do miss the great food, quick service and to people watch. But I was shopping at Target I found Panera soup in the refrigerator section!!! I couldn't believe my eyes. Our Target was recently upgraded to a Super Target and I have found many items that I wasn't a ware of.

hey, it's okay

I saw this over at Lauren's blog ( http://samandlaurenbattershell.blogspot.com/ ) and thought it looks fun!!

It's okay....

• that I'm at work wishing 2 pm was here
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• that I dress as if it's winter for my office but get smacked in the face with heat once I step outside and it's 90+
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• that I have a list of things that I want to get done but haven't done because it's too hot
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• that I got my hair cut Saturday and I'm still not sure if I like it
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• that I gave up coffee, soda and drinking for 2011 and I drank a soda the other day
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Kitchen improvements

 I thought I would share some improvements in my kitchen all dealing with my cooking appliances. When we bought our house it didn't need any major improvements. Just paint colors, new curtains & area rugs. We have lived in our house for 11 years and we have made some improvements so I thought we would start in the kitchen.

This is my kitchen when we started. My stove was from 1980!!

We decided that we should replace it. I would have to watch anything that cooked. It had the old coil burners and the over did not bake evenly.

We also updated the window in the kitchen

December 2010:

We purchased a new electric flat top oven. It has been an adjustment to my old electric oven but it bakes evenly and the burners heat up so quick!

January 2011:

After our counter top microwave stop working we decided to get a over the range microwave. This has saved me so much counter space!!! It also has a great fan and a bright light!

Also you can see the mat in front of the oven it's a gel mat and it's one of my best investments! I have also have one in front of my sink and it helps out so much when you are on your feet all day.

May 2011:

New kitchen sink

LOVE my new sink! It's 9 inches deep composite black granite single basin.

sorry about picture it's from my phone

A couple small things can make such a big change!