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A Brief Escape

posted August 09, 2010 in Gourmet Worrier

There is a part of me that would love to run away and live in a plush hotel like Eloise as I'm all for king sized beds, dream duvets, elegant furnishings, deep, sunken baths, room service and movies on demand. Well last weekend I got to be El (read full article)

Want to Whiten Teeth Safer? Use Beyond WhiteSpa Treatments

Every person must have longed for a healthy and white teeth clean, as we get older, the color of our teeth will turn yellow due to perform its function every day of your teeth to chew food. Many people have used traditional methods of tooth bleaching (read full article)

Circles

posted August 01, 2010 in River-Rose!

I've mentioned earlier that I was off on a vacation. This does not mean that I was zipping down a water slide or having my toenails painted at a spa (I wish). Instead, myself and two dogs hop on a big-rig truck with my husband and spend some preciou (read full article)

Simply Delicious: The Strawberry Basil Martini

posted July 25, 2010 in Savory Tv

When we lived in NYC, we escaped frequently during the summer, just to get away from the intense heat.  One year we went driving upstate with no destination in mind, and somehow landed in paradise:  the Mohonk Mountain House. Picture this: a gor (read full article)

Ms. Ruby Bear

posted July 15, 2010 in Home At Last!

Meet Ms. Ruby Bear!Our Ruby Bear has only been with us for two weeks and it seems like a wonderful lifetime with our gentle giant. She's affectionate and loves the company of humans! She seems to prefer men but has steadily formed a bond with me as (read full article)

The Amazing Cucumber

posted July 09, 2010 in Family Meals For You Blog

It’s cucumber season.  But do you know how amazing the cucumber is?  Yes, it’s a delicious little gem we grow in our gardens and find at our local farmer’s market, but there are so many more uses for the cucumber!  Here are som (read full article)

303. Before, After and In Betweens

posted June 27, 2010 in blindperfect

It is Sunday.This morning Zu, Alif, myself and Noormy went to have breakfast at Pakcik Wan Cafe (click on pakcik wan cafe to view) in Lutong.Coming home at 10am we noticed the sky was very cloudy and in minutes it had started to drizzle. Since Aya (read full article)

Street food binging in Amritsar

posted June 06, 2010 in India - Food & Travel Guide

Amritsar’s street specialities keep alive its foodie reputation but I manage to have the best thin-crust pizza in India in this chicken tikka town  Anoothi Vishal Almost the first bite that I have in Amristar, fabled city of food and worship, is (read full article)

Street food binging in Amritsar

posted June 06, 2010 in India - Food & Travel Guide

Amritsar’s street specialities keep alive its foodie reputation… but I manage to have the best thin-crust pizza in India in this chicken tikka city Anoothi Vishal Almost the first bite that I have in Amristar, fabled city of food and worship (read full article)

In Defense of Shin-Imamiya, Shin-Sekai, and Nishinari

posted June 04, 2010 in Osaka Insider

Shin-Imamiya, Shin-Sekai, and Nishinari–these three places are known by people throughout Kansai as dangerous places. Guidebooks parrot the same mindless hearsay, advising people not even to set foot in these neighborhoods. I, for one, believe (read full article)

Weight Loss, Raw Food, Detox and June 2, 2010

posted June 02, 2010 in The Skinny Fight

My goal for May was to lose 5lbs. I exercised and ate healthy foods most some of the time. So I was struggling trying to meet my goal. The tactic that worked? A raw food detox. It was seven days long and you fast the first day and eat salads and dr (read full article)

Mini Cheaty Cheesecakes – No-Bake Recipe

posted June 01, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

I just wanted to show you what I made for Memorial Day! I shared this easy Mini Cheaty Cheesecake recipe at Make If From Scratch yesterday but I share it with you too…just cause I love my readers so much! ;D This really is the perfect individua (read full article)

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

posted May 29, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

Happy Memorial Day weekend! I’m taking a holiday from blogging as well to enjoy the time with my friends and family. Strut Your Stuff weekly linky will be posted next week. I’ll extend last week’s linky so you can link up this weeks giveaway (read full article)

Giveaway Reminders

posted May 27, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

TODAY is the last day to enter the Grill Daddy Giveaway. Tomorrow is the last day to enter the Scrubbing Bubble’s Giveaway. I’m still looking for votes for a Facebook Photo contest. One vote from you every day till the end of the month (read full article)

Semi-Homemade Cool Treats at MIFS

posted May 25, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

Be sure to visit me at Make It From Scratch today. I’m sharing some cool summer treats just in time for Memorial Day weekend! You may be missing valuable links & images when viewing in a reader. Click the post title to see the full article w (read full article)

Simple Sprinkler Fun

posted May 23, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

What’s more fun than running through the sprinkler on a hot day! View Full Album Thursday afternoon was awards day at school. J didn’t receive any awards but we’re still proud of his improvements this school year. Despite telling him how p (read full article)

Current Giveaways

posted May 21, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

There have been several giveaways posted on the Front Porch lately with even more planned for the next couple of weeks. Trying these products have been a blessing but nothing warms my heart more than passing on the goodies to you. Thank you to all m (read full article)

KCRA A List

posted May 14, 2010 in Things You Should Do

Several of my friends have been nominated as the best of the best in Sacramento. I would love to help them, and I need your assistance. Will you join me in voting for them on the KCRA A list? You do have to register, but they won’t spam you - (read full article)

Last-minute Mother's Day gift: spa & dining package, from Oasis Day Spa & Artisanal Bistro

posted May 05, 2010 in The Lunch Belle

Pamper the mama in your life with a memorable meal at Artisanal Bistro, and a soothing massage or facial at award-winning Oasis Day Spa, located just around the corner.  Package includes: Gift Card for 60-minute Customize Facial, or Swedish (read full article)

History, Shopping Blend On Palisade's Main Street

 Above: The Soda Fountain at Mumzel’s Crumpets, Cups and Cones. BY DARALEE MATTHEWSSpecial from the Palisade TribuneOne of the most recognizable historic buildings in downtown Palisade, Colorado, is known as the “Old Hugus Building” a (read full article)

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