When I saw this 'some what' new edition to Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess collection I had to have it ~ esp since there was a free gift bag!
Bronze Goddess Shimmering Oil Spray for Hair & Body

The first few ingredients are the same as last year's Shimmering Body Oil Spray.

So I test a slight mist on my hair of this year's edition and as a platinum blonde, I would not spray it on my hair again because it does deposit color as seen in the photos:

Now if you have dark hair I think it would be fine, esp if you spray the mist on your hands and then run thru your hair.  The fragrance is still a wonderful summery scent and it will not go to waste - just not on my hair!

Now on to the free gift - I got the Capri bag with the lip gloss which is a gorgeous shade - but - I am even crazier about the Pure Envy Sculpting Blush in Luminizer ~ it is almost the perfect bronze color for fair skin.  There is some luminosity but no shimmer.  The EL site is not offering this particular color but a close match is Lover's Blush - maybe just a shade darker but I can work with that. I am picking it up with the next gift event.

 Some of the other items in the gift bag included:

 Envy Lash Multi Effects Mascara; Perfectly Clean Mult Action Foam Cleanser;  Advanced Night Repair Recovery Complex

Pure Envy Sculpting Gloss in Passion Fruit; The Illuminator Primer - these are perfect sizes for travel and a nice way to try new products.
Here are some of my other favorite Bronze Goddess items I keep on hand:
http://inmyprimetime.blogspot.com/2016/07/welcome-new-followers-it-is-great.html
I love this time of year as the new spring/summer collections start to roll out.

Macaroni & Tuna Salad

This is great for spring & summer lunch and for barbecues.
Mayonnaise      Dill pickle relish   1/2 cup minced onion
As much of these spices as you like:Oregano, herbes de provence, tarragon, celery seed
I use inexpensive tuna because it is going to get mushed up when everything is stirred together!
I use the small elbow macaroni~ this is always in my frig, in some form!

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New things will be listed everyday as the brick & mortar shop is closed.

https://www.webstore.com/user,pgr,211269,owner_id,other_items   (no fees)
     or
 https://www.bonanza.com/booths/livingthegoodlife
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 Pink isn't just a color ~ it's an attitude! 

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Since Ulta was hawking the new palette from Urban Decay, Naked Petite Heat I was fairly sure I had these colors in other palettes and of course I do!

I did a coppery/sunset look and liked it better than I thought I would.  I used (from top)

 Ulta's Rose Gold  palette  ~ Naked 3 ~  Catrice Precious Coppers  & elf 48 Must Haves eye shadows

It pays to look thru the zillion palettes we have laying around!
Definitely time for a haircut!!

                                                            The spring wreath is ready!

What crazy weather! 3 in of snow today and Friday will be 65deg!  Only in the South!

Great hills for the grands to sled on but they were not here, so..........
I might as well treat myself to choc chip cheesecake! (with whipped cream)

Sorry about the wonky pictures - blogger has a mind of its own!!
                                    
                                                  Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheSweetPinkShop?ref=hdr_shop_menu
New things will be listed everyday as the brick & mortar shop is closed.
 

https://www.webstore.com/user,pgr,211269,owner_id,other_items
or
https://www.bonanza.com/booths/livingthegoodlife
The places for designer & high-end make up at a discount!

 Pink isn't just a color ~ it's an attitude! 

~ All items purchased by me unless otherwise noted ~
                               Linking up with these fabulous bloggers here

The gorgeous Cherie at Style Nudge ( http://www.stylenudge.com/shoe-tell-fashion-link-together/#more-18924) got me to thinking (which on some days is painful!).
Are you super organized or some days you just "let it ride".  In my defense, I am a daily migraineur (a rare group but we exist) so some days packages & bags get left on the floor.  I am going to show some of my "ideas" of organizing but it is still a work in progress. Right after moving into this house I had my 3rd & 4th brain surgeries so I am still playing catch up.

 These are some of my leisure wear pieces (and some still in the package!) They are somewhat organized by color & sleeve length.  On to the purse group: a full length mirror is surrounded by peg board - for me out of sight is out of mind so I need things out so I can see them!

Wallets in boxes are not a great idea because I forget about them! These are too small for my needs so I should sell them.  And of course dust covers should be used - not folded and sitting on a shelf!
Are you super organized - please share any tips!!
This is all I am willing to confess to!!

                                                          One of our favorite recipes!

                                                            Ham & Potato Casserole 
Frozen o'brien potatoes (with onions & peppers-28oz bag)
*Thaw potatoes overnight in frig
1 1/2 cups cubed ham from leftovers
2 cups shredded cheese~ whatever you like~I use sharp cheddar and usually add another cup
 1 can (10 3/4 oz) cream of chicken soup(do not dilute)    1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 stick of butter
TBS parsley - 1/2 TBS oregano (optional)  Salt & Pepper
Reserve some cheese for the final 30 mins of baking to cover the top
**You can add green beans for a 1-pan meal!

Stir all together and bake at 350 for up to 2 hours, esp if you have other things in the oven.  Stir every 20 mins - even my picky eaters like this.
Left overs can be frozen for later.

                                         Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheSweetPinkShop?ref=hdr_shop_menu
New things will be listed everyday as the brick & mortar shop is closed.

https://www.bonanza.com/booths/livingthegoodlife

 Pink isn't just a color ~ it's an attitude! 

~ All items purchased by me unless otherwise noted ~
                               Linking up with these fabulous bloggers here

Nothing tastes better than  chocolate that is 1/2 price!!

 M&M's look lovely in fine china bowls!!

So while I was in the drugstore to buy my favorites I picked up Maybelline's new eye & cheek palette: The City Kits - Pink Edge.

This copper color (2nd in from top right) will be nice for summer & fall.

There was good color pay-off without repeated swiping - there is no mirror or brush but for about $6 it is a great way to add a palette for travel - so if it gets lost or broken, no harm.  Drugstores are offering this line for B 1 - G one 1/2 off.

If you buy your knives from open stock you need a wooden block to protect the edges.  I have a variety of J A Henckels and bought a knife block at a thrift type store to protect the blades:

This sits on the island and the rubber tips on the bottom protect the surface and keep it from sliding around.  I only buy solid handles because the health inspector did not like the riveted handles and all kitchens had to pass inspection!!  I will confess I put my knives thru the dishwasher (on sanitize) and most people think they should be hand-washed.  I would prefer to sharpen the knife and know it is clean. Yep - I am a germ-o-phobe!!
And while I was out and about I found these lovely Chandelier Crystal Icicles that I will add to my Christmas tree this year:

Keep canned chicken in the pantry - it has so many uses.  My group loves chicken tacos.  I also use it for a replacement in tuna salad - substitute canned chicken ~ with the pasta, you have a simple lunch.

Canned chicken is also a nice addition to a chef's salad which makes an easy dinner.

I always wash my salad greens no matter how many times the package states they were washed before being shipped to the store!!!

                                                 

Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheSweetPinkShop?ref=hdr_shop_menu
New things will be listed everyday as the brick & mortar shop is closed.

 Pink isn't just a color ~ it's an attitude! 

~ All items purchased by me unless otherwise noted ~
                               Linking up with these fabulous bloggers here

 For February, I thought you might enjoy this make up release calendar:
http://makeupfomo.com/makeup-release-calendar/
FOMO = Fear Of Missing Out
There are several brands I use - I am definitely excited to see the March calendar which should have more spring releases.
It was very kind of this blogger to share with us.

It's Salon Day so I am treating the gals to Girl Scout cookies - it's a fun surprise for everyone.  They are so kind to accommodate my schedule!

My gang likes chili so a rainy weekend is perfect to try a copy cat version of Wendy's chili.
I cooked the hamburger fully and added onions & peppers. I added cans of tomato sauce & petite diced tomatoes and combined with chili,cumin salt & pepper, pinto beans & northern beans (I don't like kidney beans). I also added a pinch of oregano ~ I use it in almost everything but chocolate cake; hmmm............  I also added a pat of butter - I am sure the original recipe did not include this but my group will like it.
Cook for an hour on low and the last 20mins leave the lid off so it can thicken.  You can now adjust the salt & pepper as needed.

 I made seasoned french fries (I love black olives) and a salad - nice and comforting - this chili will also be delicious over nacho chips.

Hello, old friend (or enemy???!!!)

 This treadmill is down in my basement (guys have their own basement!!) ~ I really should go down there more ~ there is plenty to do!!

                                              Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheSweetPinkShop?ref=hdr_shop_menu
New things will be listed everyday as the brick & mortar shop is closed.


 https://www.webstore.com/user,pgr,211269,owner_id,other_items
The place for designer & high-end make up at a discount!

 Pink isn't just a color ~ it's an attitude! 

~ All items purchased by me unless otherwise noted ~
                               Linking up with these fabulous bloggers here