Dress Up Your Camera with Mod Straps

May 28, 2012 By 39 Comments
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As an active blogger, I take my camera with me everywhere. And I mean everywhere. You never know when you’re going to come across something either really wonderful, like newborn colts, or really bizarre.  Sometimes, you even have to photo blog doing something for sponsors. 
 
When your camera becomes another accessory, you want it to look good. Mod Straps makes really fun camera accessories like camera straps and bags. Whether you have a fancy DSLR that you use for photo shoots or a compact point and shoot that you bring along, you can really express your personality. 
 
Mod recently sent me a camera strap and bag for my point and shoot camera. They sent me a compact camera pouch and strap in Crimson Victorian.  I had recently purchased a new camera that was supposed to be red, so this was perfect! 
 
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How To Look Years Younger Without Surgery

May 13, 2012 By 6 Comments
 
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We’re always working out, toning the muscles of our body. Arms, legs, abs, derriere. Why is it that we don’t tone the muscles of our face? It’s well-known that by toning muscles you can help firm your skin, look younger, feel better, and burn more calories. 
 
There are 19 main muscles in your face.   Don’t you think that if you spent some time toning these, you would look younger? You could eliminate wrinkles and sagging, as well as have a smoother, firmer, appearance.   Facial Magic is here to help you accomplish this! 
 
Facial Magic is an isometric toning program. What’s that mean? It’s basically like resistance training for your face. Pretty cool, huh? It’s a 9 week program that progresses as you get used to it. You learn 18 different exercises that target 15 different areas of the face and neck. 
 
The best part – Facial Magic is an all natural program. In just a few minutes a day, you can work your way to a firmer appearance.  It's been featured on all kinds of TV shows and in the media. 
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Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts Made Easy

May 11, 2012 By 3 Comments

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If you're anything like me, you haven't gotten your mom a Mother's Day gift yet.  For shame.  Tsk Tsk.  It's okay, though, because we're in this together.  I thought about it and thought about it, and was like "I've got plenty of time!"  Then I realized that Mother's Day is this weekend.  YIKES! 

There are a few companies that have us covered, though.  Offering up  a myriad of great gifts for Mom, like jewelry, spa treatments, cosmetics, and more!  Plus, we can still order today and get it in time for Sunday.  YAY! 

BlueNile.com offers a wide selection of beautiful jewelry for mom, at a wide range of price points. As the leading online jewelry retailer, Blue Nile is a celebrity staple, and was most recently spotted on mom-to-be Giuliana Rancic. What more? Blue Nile will take care of the shipping when you order before Mother’s day!

 Champneys offers several indulgent treats to help mom pamper herself and relax, and like Blue Nile, all Champneys products are available online for easy shopping (Target.com) 

 Boots is another U.K based brand that has a fantastic variety of makeup and spa products perfect for recreating that spa experience right from home. Remember, She deserves it!

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$100 Stanley Steemer Gift Certificate Giveaway – #MagicalMothersDay – US only

May 6, 2012 By 104 Comments
MagicalMothersDay $100 Stanley Steemer Gift Certificate Giveaway #MagicalMothersDay US only
 
Welcome to the 
Magical Mother's Day Giveaway Hop
sponsored by Planet Weidknecht and
 
Dozens of blogs have joined together to offer you bunches of prizes!
 
How Was Your Day is offering a $100 gift certificate to Stanley Steemer!  While it may not seem like that great of a prize for Mother's Day, i don't know a mom out there that doesn't want to have her carpets cleaned.  Or, maybe she'd rather have the vents cleaned.  Or the dryer vent serviced.  There are lots of services, and $100 goes a loooooong way!   Read my whole review here. 
 
Rafflecopter after the jump.  As usual! 
 

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Spice Up the Night with Lust Cosmetics

April 28, 2012 By 1 Comment

This review of Lust Cosmetics is a grown folks post.  While there's nothing in here that's particularly objectionable, it may be considered a bit risque.  Some readers may not like it. 

If that's you, just skip this post.  I won't be offended, and I don't want you to be either.  Cool? 

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Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads with Shutterfly

April 16, 2012 By 1 Comment
It’s that time of year again.  Not Spring.   Moms, Dads, and Grads time. As an only child, I’ve always had the hardest time picking something for my mom. Because, y’know, it’s all about MEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!! Plus, it was really hard to surprise my mom, as I didn’t have the luxury of the internet way back when. 
 
Only children of the world can now rejoice! Shutterfly makes it easy to order personalized photo gifts for moms, dads, and grads. And as long as you get the mail first, your gift remains a secret! 
 
If your mom is a working mom, maybe she’d really like a calendar. And really, what mom doesn’t work?  She can look at your smiling face all day. Or you crying and the kids fighting. Whatever floats your boat. 
 
Wanna know what I think I’m getting my mom this year? Find out after the jump!
 
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