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Holiday Fashion for Less & a Giveaway

December 23, 2011

Between all the baking, wrapping, and addressing cards you may not have had a second to think about what to wear this holiday season, but with all the gatherings and the inevitable holiday photos that accompany them it’s definitely a must. For holiday parties: If it’s a family affair nice slacks with a sparkly top [...]

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Perfect Holiday Photos Tips & Tiny Prints

November 8, 2011

Last week I had the pleasure of hosting a party alongside Julie (Just-Precious) for Tiny Prints. It was awesome to get together with other local blogger friends, learn tips from photographer Dottie Foley, and check out Tiny Prints holiday card line. I admit I’m one of those people who forgets to send cards until the [...]

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Neighborhood Toy Store Day

November 3, 2011

I am always on the lookout for innovative and fun toys that my kids will use over and over again. I look for toys that transcend age, that engage, and that (of course) keep them busy. With the holidays and their birthdays all smooshed together I have a lot of toy buying to do in [...]

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Keeping Warm for Fall:Fashion Friday

October 21, 2011

It’s getting chilly outside in Pennsylvania now. A standard Facebook status from now-March will say, “I’m so over being cold.” As soon as the temps drop below 65 degrees my hands and feet get cold almost permanently. They usually only feel warm right after I take a shower, or when I’m holding on to a [...]

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Finding Inexpensive Glasses Online

October 19, 2011

Although I’m fortunate enough to work for a company that provides for me a quality vision insurance plan, many other people aren’t so lucky. The prohibitive out-of-pocket cost of both eye exams and frames/lenses means that there are a good number of people who aren’t afforded the clarity of vision that can significantly improve their [...]

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Gap Surprise Sale!

October 19, 2011

It’s a surprise sale from Gap! Gap is offering a surprise sale now through October 22nd. Click through and you’ll get a surprise discount. I love surprises! This offer is only valid online, so don’t head to the store thinking you can get the same deal. Gap is one of my go to places for [...]

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Shoes on a Budget: Fashion Friday

October 7, 2011

I need new shoes. Sadly between too many pairs of open toe shoes, and having to say goodbye to a few favorite pairs my shoe selection is in need of a makeover on a budget of course. First up I need boots: I’m not kidding that I only bought my first pair of boots last [...]

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5 Tips to Packing a Wardrobe for Travel

September 30, 2011

I’m leaving on a jet plane to head to Chicago for the Financial Bloggers’ Conference. I’ll be speaking on Sunday about taking your brand Beyond Blogging (will share some of my presentation next week), as well as a panel on working with traditional media.The prep for the kids tips for making the transition smooth for [...]

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What not to Wear: Fashion Friday

July 22, 2011

Fashion isn’t always about what you should wear, finding great pieces to spruce up your wardrobe on a budget, or finding budget friendly travel pieces that are flexible and fun; sometimes it’s about what not to wear. I started pinning things on Pinterest but lately I’ve been a bit obsessed with pinning the fug finds [...]

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Summer Sales and Summer Dresses: Fashion Friday

July 15, 2011

Hold onto your purse strings, ladies. Apparently stores are clearing out their summer merchandise for fall clothing (I know, it’s terrible to think about the fall when it’s summertime!). If you ever considered paying for full price for anything at a major retailer know that they are offering RIDICULOUS sales regularly now (40% off sale [...]

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