Our Blog For August 2008
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From Cinnamon Kitten...
Canadians - It's Estee Lauder Bonus Time!
Retailer: The Bay
Minimum amount you need to spend: $32 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: ends Sept. 1, 2008
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Retailer: The Bay
Minimum amount you need to spend: $32 CAD (before taxes)
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Friday August 15, 2008
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Another great recipe idea from Chez Pim...
Ok, these are not pop-tarts exactly, how about just-like-pop-tarts-but-without-the-stuff-you-can't-spell (or say)? It's super easy, all you need is a good butter pie dough and delicious jam of your choice. And if you're one of those who think a great pie is all about a good crust--I am of course one--these pop-tarts are perfect for you...
Continue ReadingOk, these are not pop-tarts exactly, how about just-like-pop-tarts-but-without-the-stuff-you-can't-spell (or say)? It's super easy, all you need is a good butter pie dough and delicious jam of your choice. And if you're one of those who think a great pie is all about a good crust--I am of course one--these pop-tarts are perfect for you...
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AskPatty once again on greening your workspace...
Going green hasn't always been economically friendly. In fact, the initial cost of developing a more energy-efficient building can be 10 percent higher than using standard equipment. But the recent rise in energy costs is helping to close that gap....
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Continue ReadingGoing green hasn't always been economically friendly. In fact, the initial cost of developing a more energy-efficient building can be 10 percent higher than using standard equipment. But the recent rise in energy costs is helping to close that gap....
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Claire |
Tuesday August 12, 2008
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Sunny weather, a new man in your life... what more could you ask for? Summer romances offer the perfect excuse for going away on weekend excursions. Whether you are taking a road trip or flying to New York City for the weekend, savvy packing is a must (I mean, who wants to...
Continue ReadingSunny weather, a new man in your life... what more could you ask for? Summer romances offer the perfect excuse for going away on weekend excursions. Whether you are taking a road trip or flying to New York City for the weekend, savvy packing is a must (I mean, who wants to...
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Ali |
Monday August 11, 2008
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Suddenly I'm in the mood for canning, thanks to Chez Pim...
So, what do you do when you found a big box of the fabulous Green Gage Plums at the farmers market? Make jam, of course!
Green Gage plums are called Reine Claude in French. These particular ones, with greenish-yellow skin and occasional red blush, are called Reine Claude Crottée I believe. No matter the name, Reine Claudes...
Continue ReadingSo, what do you do when you found a big box of the fabulous Green Gage Plums at the farmers market? Make jam, of course!
Green Gage plums are called Reine Claude in French. These particular ones, with greenish-yellow skin and occasional red blush, are called Reine Claude Crottée I believe. No matter the name, Reine Claudes...
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Claire |
Monday August 11, 2008
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basHow fit is "too fit"?
The debate, it seems, rages on.
Female fitness was redefined around the time of the invention of step aerobics, a discipline I never did manage to master. Back then, the idea was to lose the post-pregnancy spare tire or the freshman fifteen. We toned down to fit into our favorite pair of acid-wash jeans and swore by control-top pantyhose.
Continue ReadingThe debate, it seems, rages on.
Female fitness was redefined around the time of the invention of step aerobics, a discipline I never did manage to master. Back then, the idea was to lose the post-pregnancy spare tire or the freshman fifteen. We toned down to fit into our favorite pair of acid-wash jeans and swore by control-top pantyhose.
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Ali |
Friday August 8, 2008
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The studied business of capturing a casual pic, from USAToday...
In a business in which image is everything, matching sweater sets just won't do especially if you're a featured face in the ...
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Save your money and be gentler to your clothes, with tips from Fabulously Broke in the City...
There are tons of things out there to try and help you do laundry the frugal and cheap way, and here are my personal tips.
1. Wash on cold water only...
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Continue ReadingThere are tons of things out there to try and help you do laundry the frugal and cheap way, and here are my personal tips.
1. Wash on cold water only...
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Chez Pim's posted just a simple picture of some truly scrumptious desserts at a cafe in Santa Cruz. I almost want to head over to Expedia.com... just for a look-see.
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Get ready to Swap 'til ya drop (sorry, couldn't help myself!), with details from Bargainista...
When I received a request to share this event with you, I couldn't resist. It's just so grassroots and sounds like a lot of fun. Swap parties are also an inexpensive and green way to refresh your wardrobe, clean out your closet and give to those in need.
What? Swap - Don't Shop...
Continue ReadingWhen I received a request to share this event with you, I couldn't resist. It's just so grassroots and sounds like a lot of fun. Swap parties are also an inexpensive and green way to refresh your wardrobe, clean out your closet and give to those in need.
What? Swap - Don't Shop...
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Claire |
Thursday August 7, 2008
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Another interesting bit, from AskPatty...
As summer approaches its end, we're reminded that even with the high gas prices, this season has had no shortage of fun, female friendly, road trips to share and enjoy. We started the season off by enjoying Bossy's Excellent Panic...
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Continue ReadingAs summer approaches its end, we're reminded that even with the high gas prices, this season has had no shortage of fun, female friendly, road trips to share and enjoy. We started the season off by enjoying Bossy's Excellent Panic...
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Freebies from Lancome! Canadians, Cinnamon Kitten has your details...
Retailer: Lancome.ca
Minimum amount you need to spend: $60 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: while supplies last
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Minimum amount you need to spend: $60 CAD (before taxes)
Duration: while supplies last
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The saga continues. The latest developments from USAToday...
Federal investigators want to question actress Mary Kate Olsen about how Heath Ledger got two powerful painkillers that contributed ...
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Continue ReadingFederal investigators want to question actress Mary Kate Olsen about how Heath Ledger got two powerful painkillers that contributed ...
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Wednesday August 6, 2008
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Add another entry for The Dark Knight in Hollywood's record books: The Batman sequel has climbed past $400 million at the box ...
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Saturday August 2, 2008
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Saturday August 2, 2008
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Fabulously Broke has a love affair with J. Crew (and really, who are we to argue?) ...
I don't know what it is, but for some reason I'd wear and buy almost anything in the J. Crew catalog. Boring, maybe, but then I just spice it up with accessories...
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Continue ReadingI don't know what it is, but for some reason I'd wear and buy almost anything in the J. Crew catalog. Boring, maybe, but then I just spice it up with accessories...
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Something all of us moms worry about; a perspective from Ask Patty...
I never really thought a lot about what my life would be like if I became a mom. I assumed that I’d get pregnant, have the baby, and eventually go back to work. It’s what most women do. I didn’t...
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Continue ReadingI never really thought a lot about what my life would be like if I became a mom. I assumed that I’d get pregnant, have the baby, and eventually go back to work. It’s what most women do. I didn’t...
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