Staying hydrated is one of the best things you can do for yourself. But the thing is, if you are like me, I really don't like the way water tastes all by its wittle self. Much like a child who is fed their peas mixed within the goodness of creamy mashed potatoes, I need associative conditioning. Now how am I going to do that with 32 oz of boring water? Wait for it....I have a solution. Yep. Something easy, healthy, and tasty to drop into my water which makes it taste yummy and optimally hydrates me.
For the record: Yes, my last name is Paper and, yes, I am a writer. But no, it isn’t—pardon the pun—a “pen” name. It’s a little ironic, however, that I’ve always had an obsession with beautiful paper goods. Notecards, stationary, journals, you name it; I’ve spent years collecting stunning specimens. My husband calls it hoarding but, hey, tomato/tomatoe.
Stuff. Such a simple word, yet so loaded with complexities. Merriam-Webster defines stuff as our personal property. "Don't touch my stuff" is probably one of the first full sentences we formed using the word "don't" during our formative years. We are socially groomed from the time we receive our first meaningful toy that not only is there value in having "stuff", but it's worth protecting, too.
And no, I'm not talking about candy. Rather a treat(ment) for your skin. This goodie is for under your eyes. Yeah, that delicate, fragile area that can make or break your look for the day? The trick (....which is really the treat)? Kiehl's Cryste Marine Firming Eye Treatment.
If you read/saw The Devil Wears Prada, you are gonna loooooove R.J. Cutler's (The War Room) latest documentary-style film. The September Issue is a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Vogue Magazine's always anticipated September issue, specifically their 2007 September issue (remember that issue with Sienna Miller on the cover...it was the size of the yellow pages?!).
A review on skin care product Vitamin A Cell Renewal by Skin Authority.
Sad to see the summer sun go? Already missing flip-flops, maxi dresses and those healthy, sun-kissed looks? Here are twelve reasons to embrace the changing weather and shorter days:
"Spritz the bowl before you go, so no one will ever know". This delightful little non-toxic, biodegradable, blend of natural essential oils is today's answer to yesterday's mulch, er, blend of subjective-smelling flora Grandma used to use to enhance the powder room experience.
I always like it when people share clever tips with me. Not only are they usually really useful, sometimes it triggers a process improvement on my end to their already clever idea. Take ‘em or leave ‘em, here’s ten random tips (collected from all of you) for your reading pleasure: 1) When you are flying, stash [...]
...back to Portland and The Nines. I'm doing you a solid here. Check out The Nines the next time you are in P-town. For a drink, a bite, a place to lay your head, or even for a quick elevator ride, you are going to be glad you did.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
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