by | Feb 28, 2018 | Fashion |
When working with a limited budget, remodeling or renovating your home might seem like an impossible feat. But, with a little creativity, and the willingness to undertake some DIY tasks yourself, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, there are many simple tasks you can do, which are cost-efficient, and will instantly give your home that much needed face-lift it hasn’t seen in so long.
Bathroom – Before the renovations
One simple way to recreate your home is a fresh coat of paint. Let the kids choose the colours they like and paint their bedrooms. Work with your family to paint the interior, do minor touchup and detail work throughout the home, and do detail work where there are chips/cracks in the painting throughout your home. If you don’t want to paint the exterior, pressure washing will do wonders to your home’s exterior; and, it will run a fraction of the price. If you would like to know the cost of a a certain job then I would recommend visiting yourjobcost.co.uk.
Consider simple changes like replacing knobs on cabinets in the kitchen. Upgrade the vanity in the bathroom with a new mirror you find in a second-hand (used) shop locally. Refinish your cabinets by painting them or replacing the interior wood-panel with glass mirrors. You can easily look up quick videos and guides (on a site like Youtube) which will give you step by step instructions on performing these tasks.
If you are unsure on doing certain changes in your kitchen I would recommend getting in touch with a local tradesman who can help you and assist you in what you are doing. They might even be able to tell you a few cheaper alternatives to what you are planning on doing.
No matter how much you have to spend, these are a few simple and quick fixes anyone can do (regardless of whether or not you know the difference between a Phillips head or straight-head screwdriver) when upgrading the home on a budget. If nothing else, it is a great way to bring the family together.
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by eviehodge1549 | Feb 26, 2018 | From the Heart |
Men!
Are you getting your annual check-ups with your primary care doctor?
I cannot stress the importance of going to the doctor every year for blood work and regular examination.
You may have many excuses for not going; but I am here to tell you that your health is more important. The following infographic by hims shows the recommended health exams by age group. The earlier in your life that you start, the better you will be.
You may say, “I don’t have time!” Well, I say, “You have to make the time.” You make the time for the other important things in your life. Whether it is work-related issues, or personal things, you plan for them. If you want to take a vacation, you plan for it months in advance. The same effort should go into your health. Decide when you want to get the examination, make the appointment and put it in your calendar. In my experience, the appointment lasted less than one hour. Your health is worth one hour of your time!
You may say, “I don’t like going to doctors.” Well, I say, “It is much easier to go to a doctor when you are well; instead of going when you are sick and needing care.” The point of an annual examination is to establish a record of your health and to see how it has changed from year to year. If you wait until later in life to go to a doctor, he or she will not have any basis for the symptoms or know where you have come from.
You may, say, “I don’t have the money to do it.” Well, I say, “Most insurances will cover an annual examination to you at no cost.” Check with your insurance company, and see what is covered and what the total cost will be to you. If you don’t have insurance, check with local doctors and clinic to see what the actual cost would be and if they accept any kind of payment plans.
When it comes down to it, your health is the most important thing in your life. If you don’t have your health, you cannot enjoy life. For me, it is a personal thing. My father passed away from lung cancer when he was only 54 years old. He was not one to go the doctor, even when he was sick. When he found out that he had cancer, the tumor in his lung was already the size of a softball. Had he gone to the doctor more regularly, I believe that the cancer and the tumor would have been found sooner. And his chances of beating the disease would have been much higher.
Because of this tragic story with my father, I had found a primary care doctor for my annual check. I was determined not to let this same thing happen to me. The doctor I had was very good and encouraged check-ups. However, he retired and his replacement had a completely different philosophy. I would go in for my appointment, and he would wonder why I was there. On several occasions, he told me that he didn’t want to see me until I was fifty. Something about that didn’t seem right. So, I decided to find another doctor. It was a challenge finding one, but ultimately I was able to find a doctor who agreed that annual check-up was not only important, but a necessity.
So men, I challenge you!
This is a call to action.
Find a primary care doctor!
Make that appointment!
Get that examination!
Your health and your life depend on it!
by | Feb 18, 2018 | Fashion |
Hi Beautiful People,
A leather jacket is always in style and can be versatile and a work horse in the wardrobe. I have had this vintage striped leather jacket by celebrity fashion designer, Bradley Bayou for several years. It has been a great asset in my closet. I remember that when I bought it from QVC, it was on clearance and at a great price. I purchased it because I thought it was so different and cutting-edge cool. I wore it today going to church. I paired it with a black turtleneck from Macy’s, Isaac Mizrahi cuff pant, and Clarks ankle boots. I have not been fond of my hips; even though I work out every week. However, now I am thanking God for my hips and every inch of my body. You have to love yourself before you can love anyone else.
In the picture below I accessorized all the key pieces together without looking like I tried to hard. You know, I just woke up like this.
Bradley Bayou Leather Jacket
I like to have fun, but I am also showing how slimming the jacket is. It is soft and pliable; and is the perfect addition to any chic outfit . The horizontal stripe across the top does not widen the body; but it is actually is very slenderizing.
As an alternative I can dress this leather jacket for a night out with a wedge or embroidered boot, or high heel pump. It would also be great paired with jeans and boots for a more casual look. No matter how you style it, it will kick up your outfit to a higher level.
Bradley Bayou knows how to dress and flatter a woman’s body. His book The Science of Sexy: Dress to Fit Your Unique Figure with the Style System that Works for Every Shape and Size offers many great tips and ideas for all women. He does not design clothes as much anymore; but he is now designing beautiful homes. Take a look at his website, https://bradleybayou.com. I am happy to own a few of his pieces to wear and enjoy.
Maybe one day he can design my second home.
If you have a favorite leather jacket, let me know about it in the comments section below. How do you style it? Do you go more casual, more dressy, or somewhere in between?
by | Feb 17, 2018 | Fashion |
Now that we’re in the middle of the winter-season, you probably have your wardrobe well-established. But, if you still want to look your best for the next couple of months, there are a few pieces to consider adding to your wardrobe. These are a few winter essentials for the remainder of this season, and for coming winter-seasons ahead.
A slim-puffer coat is a nice piece to add to your wardrobe as well. Today, manufacturers have perfected the traditional puffer coat, which left you with limited mobility. Newer coats are slimmer, allow for greater mobility, and still pack on the warmth, so you’ll feel warm, regardless of how cold it gets outside. And, you can choose from several material finishes, colours, and detail-design prints.
Tall boots with a fur-trim are a nice piece to accentuate any skinny jeans and long winter coat you own. Boots are warm, you can find several pairs with detail/trim work, and you can choose them in a stylish black, brown, or different colors, to go with your wardrobe pieces.
Skinny jeans. Just because it is winter doesn’t mean you have to wear sweatpants everywhere. Skinny jeans pair up well with knee-high or calf-high boots. They can be dressed up with a casual trench coat or dressed down with a jumper and thin overcoat. And, you can wear them virtually anywhere during the colder months of the year.
Suede or velvet pumps and a wool coat are also nice additions to your wardrobe. Of course, you need muffler ear warmers, the perfect leather gloves, and a scarf is the ideal accent-piece to any outfit. These are some of the many items you will want to have in your wardrobe during the winter months. Not only so you can find the perfect outfit for any occasion, but also so you can remain warm, no matter how cold the temperatures get outside. If you would like to look at some catalogues which offer these winter essentials then justcatalogues.co.uk can point you in the right direction.
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by | Feb 17, 2018 | From the Heart |
Hello Wonderful People!
How your week has been a great one!
Around here, the weather has been crazy, to say the least.
On Thursday, the temperature topped out at 79 degrees. Unseasonable warm for February. I had a spring coat with me, but it turned out that I didn’t need it by the afternoon. Then in the evening, the rain moved in and the temperature started to drop. By Friday morning, it had bottomed out at 34 degrees. So I had to pull out my winter coat to wear to work. The temperature only rose up at 39 degrees.
Then today, as I woke up to heavy snow and 30 degrees. If you know me, I am a snow bunny. I really enjoy being out in the snow with my hubby and my doggies. Ever since I was a kid, I would look forward to the snow days and I would get not have to go to school.
So this morning, it snowed about an inch by 9am. Here is a couple pics of me and my doggies enjoying the snow.
JT enjoying the snow.
Gio and Vinny enjoying the snow!
Then as the day went on, the temperature rose to 42 degrees. The snow changed to ice pellets and then into rain by the afternoon. And by the evening, the rain stopped and the snow was gone, much to my disappointment.
The snow is gone! (sad face!)
Well, it was pretty while it lasted. My hope is that we will more snow this season. I would like to go out and build a snowman, or throw a snowball at my hubby.
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