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Avocado Strawberry Power Smoothie Recipe

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I have been incorporating fruit and vegetable smoothies into my daily diet the last few weeks. Many of you have asked that I share the recipes and I am happy to do so. I just experiment each day with what I have on hand. Today’s creation was amazing! Avocados are full of nutrients for the brain and suppose to boost energy so I created a sweet Avocado Strawberry Smoothie today. I used a little … [Read more...]

How To Update A Table With A Plaid Design Using Paint

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Recently I found these side tables at garage sales. They were both $5 and I just knew I could make them look nice again. Since we have all new colors in the living room this was the perfect time. I really wanted something unique for the family area. For the large table I wanted to try a “plaid design” on the top. I can not find the picture of the tables before the primer. (Sorry) Here is how … [Read more...]

Easter Basket Kit Kat Cake #Easter #Eastercake

Last week I was asked to contribute to a silent auction at a local church. I was so nervous and wasn’t sure what I should put together! After thinking about it for some time, I decided chocolate! Chocolate is always the way to go! So, I created an Easter Basket Kit Kat Cake similar to the one that I made last year for Easter. And, I filled it with LOTS of candy! These make such cute cakes and … [Read more...]

DIY Custom Curtains: How To Make Curtains From Canvas Drop Cloths

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If you are looking for an inexpensive but creative custom look for your windows here is a great option. We have a wall of windows that I have let go without character for many months now. Since we had renovations done and the colors changed I have not found the right curtains to go on this wall. When I would start shopping for what I had in mind it quickly got very pricey. I love the look of floor … [Read more...]

Gazillion Bubble Twister Review & Giveaway

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Over Spring Break we had lots of time at home. We were not able to go one a trip or get out much this year. So the kids spent most days in the yard. Like most kids they seem to get bored of the same toys and every now and then they want something new to play with. That is why I was thrilled to get my hands on the NEW Gazillion Bubble Twister by Funrise Toys. What's better than a storm of bubbles? … [Read more...]

Houston Children’s Festival April 2013: Schedule and Entertainment You Do Not Want to Miss

  THE HOUSTON CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL 2013 The Largest Children’s Festival in the United States is set for April 6 & 7 in Downtown Houston – The Houston Children's Festival, the Largest Children’s Festival in the United States is celebrating its 25th birthday on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7, from 10:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. in downtown Houston. Presented by Baker … [Read more...]

Giveaway: WIN Tickets To The Houston Children’s Festival April 2013 @houstonkidfest #houstonchildrensfestival

Are you excited about Dora, Sid, Victoria and all the other awesome entertainment coming to Houston? In case you missed it you can get all the details about the Houston Children’s Festival here. It is going to be spectacular! I really want for Living on Love and Cents readers to be able to attend. So thanks to Hello Houston Media and Houston Children's Festival ONE reader will win a pack of FOUR … [Read more...]

Ladies It’s Here! Justin Timberlake ‘The 20/20 Experience’ #JT2020 #cbias

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I have had a “blue” month. Have you ever had one of those? Things are just not going right and you want to crawl in a hole? This week I found a solution that is better than any medication! Justin Timberlake released his NEW CD ‘The 20/20 Experience’ on March 19! Is anyone else totally smitten by JT? I have watched him and listened to him for years! From his Brittney young love days, his … [Read more...]

Pinterest Power Party

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Welcome Back to our weekly Pinterest Party! Every Thursday we will be hosting a linky party that focuses on YOU, the readers! Do you have an amazing DIY project, a frugal gift idea, or even a delicious recipe that you want to share? Well, we want to see them and share on our Pinterest Board’s too! How do I participate? Easy! First, Be sure you are a Pinterest Follower of the Hosts as well … [Read more...]

Look & Feel Beautiful Day or Night With These Expert Beauty Solutions #BeautyScoop #cbias

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Do you ever feel like just yesterday you were a vibrant, young and hot teenager and today you dread looking in the mirror? Where did time go? As life happens and we go through the seasons of life our routines and priorities change. As a work from home mom many days I stay in my comfy sweats with a ponytail and no make up all day. Sounds glamorous right? Occasionally I will shower and put on … [Read more...]