As avid lovers of the outdoors, Ron and I value and appreciate any chance we get to heed the advice of Albert Einstein: Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. A few weeks ago, we got an opportunity to do just that in Silverado Canyon at a very special spot… Read More
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Savory & Sustainable Cuisine: Mercado, Santa Monica, CA
What do you get when you combine a cup of culinary flavors, add a dash of delectable entrees, mix in a spoonful of sustainable produce and top it with a teaspoon of tantalizing cocktails + tequilas? An authentic destination named one of the Top 10 New Restaurants in 2012 by LA Magazine, of course! Nestled… Read More
Frizz Free Can Be Flat-Out Dangerous!
ByAva Anderson I have been battling hair frizz frustrations for years now with the help of blow dryers, straighteners, curlers and products…lots of products. And, although I have heard all of the miraculous stories about the Brazilian Blowout I, personally, have never been tempted to undergo this treatment. Here is why: 1.) It is Carcinogenic… Read More
The Save Your Skin, Save Your Health Sweepstakes
ENTER TO WIN ! (2) Winners will receive… (2) Continuous Spray Sunscreens (One Adult + One Kids) (2) Trigger Spray Sunscreens (One Adult + One Kids) (1) Facial Sunscreen A $108.00 Value!! in the… Save Your Skin, Save Your Health Sweepstakes! Oooh, the days of lying out for hours in the 115+degree, Arizona heat, by… Read More
The Hard Rock Hotel + Resort Punta Cana: A RAVE Review
This should be an effortless review to write because we are absolutely over the Caribbean moon about this resort, however, I found myself procrastinating. I suppose it’s because there is so much to say about this unbelievable utopia located in the balmy and tropical island of the Dominican Republic. Being the perfectionist that I am… Read More
The Summer Sand Gone Sweepstakes
ENTER TO WIN ! (2) Winners will receive…3 x Sand Gone Beach Bags each including: -8 oz. Family size Sand Gone -2 oz. Individual size Sand Gone -Premium Handmade Almond Coconut Soap Bar -Beautiful Display Bag A $156.00 Value!! in the… Summer Sand Gone Sweepstakes! Having just returned from a tropical vacation ourselves, we can… Read More
The 2013 Clean Fifteen & Dirty Dozen: Pesticides in Produce
You may be pulling out all the stops to assure you and your family are getting your daily recommended allowance (RDA) of fruit and vegetables – but if these are doused in synthetic pesticide chemicals – you may be getting more than you bargained for. And, speaking of bargains, we all know eating 100% organic… Read More
Are You Ready to ROCK Your Summer? Sweepstakes
ENTER TO WIN ! A (3) Night Stay in a Caribbean Suite at the All-Inclusive Hard Rock Hotel + Casino Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Your stay includes: * 5 Star accommodations in a Caribbean Suite * Body Rock® fitness center with instructors * Airport transfers to & from resort * Daily activities * Dining in… Read More