Favorite Month of the Year

It's April!!

April is my favorite month of the year!! It's my wedding anniversary, Easter, my birthday and the time everything begins to become green and beautiful again. 

Spring time is so lovely with it's sweet blooms and a green color in the foliage that seems almost electric. I feel the need to be outside as much as possible to enjoy the cool breezes before it turns to the Texas hot summer. 

In honor of my favorite month I wanted to share some spring and Easter decor I added to the casa.

I use these cute little chicks every year they were a gift from a sweet friend and they make me so happy.

I switched to my mothers china sugar bowl and creamer, I love the rose bud on top.

Lavender ball

Bunnies

Spring scent lemon mint

Fresh white linens and summer pillows

And put some blooms out

Spring, we joyfully welcome you!!

New Natural Products

Hello there, I know it has been a little while since I have posted anything...I think the cold makes me hibernate. I am feeling much more adventurous and energized with the warmer weather approaching!

I had to tell you about these face products I found.

Andalou. You can get them at Sprouts, Market Street or online.

I really wish I had taken before and after photos. The have evened my skin tone and really helped in my wrinkle areas. I turn the big 35 in April and I am all for preventative measures. Plus I really like the idea of not using harsh chemicals on my skin. So let me introduce you to the line up...

This is the overnight cream I am using now it is from their "Brighting" line. It is creamy and luxurious but not greasy. It also smells like citrus. Before this I tried the anti-aging and I loved it!! It smelled like cocoa and felt like I was having an amazing spa treatment each time I put it on, they both do really and I have decided to alternate them...when one is out I buy the other and so on.

This is the perfect day cream with sunscreen. Not too oily and doesn't smell  too terribly much like sunscreen. Light and pretty perfect. I use it on my face, neck and hands! Don't forget those.

I think this little jewel may be my favorite. I have pretty deep expression lines on myforehead  and starting to get some around my eyes. After about three weeks of using this I am noticing a significant difference. 

Any how if you are looking for some vegan face products that are reasonably priced, check them out I have been impressed! 

Here is me with no makeup, close up so you can see my skin well.

My nose and cheeks are always a little pink but the tone over all looks much more even...and the lines on my forehead much better!!! Sorry I don't have a before and excuse the shinny eyes I sleep with Vaseline around them ;) 

I will keep you posted on others in the line I try. They even have a cute little starter kit here if you would like to check it out.

Taking care of you skin will be the best thing you ever do! Don't forget...

Get good sleep

Exfoliate

Drink lots of water

Always wash your face 

Wear sunscreen 

And as my mother would say "don't squint" (this is my problem) 

Have a great week!

Dog Sledding Winter Adventure

Hello All,

So sorry I have been away for the month but January and me took a little while to get back in the swing of things.

My holidays and Christmas vacation got me thinking about life as usual and what I want, what makes me the most happy. 

Travel is definitely one of my most loved passions. Over the holidays we went on an adventure that has been on my bucket list for a long time and I have to say scratching it off my list was just as satisfying as I thought it would be. 

Dog sledding!! I mean you can't go wrong beautiful scenery and adorable dogs it's a win win!

They are all so cute...we got introduced to them by name. After we met the team they couldn't wait to get started.

It is a majestic back drop and there are times it was so beautiful I thought it was fake.

We stopped a long the way so the dogs could eat some snow and cool off. Apparently 30 degree weather is freezing to us but they prefer it to be around negative 17. The dogs would role around in the snow to cool down.

So cute. 

It was so much fun and we would love to do it again!!

Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer and I felt like I had won the lottery after this trip and here are just a few images of the beauty we captured.

This was our lunch view

Until next time Colorado...we can't wait to see you again!

Travel Uniform

Travel attire for me needs to look cute and be cozy, especially when it's cold outside. I like a sweater or scarf that is loose and warm. A jacket that is large if you are going to a cold weather area I don't have to fit it in my bag. Leggings for comfy warm travel and some boots that are easy to take on and off but keep my feet warm on the cold plane. Also a good carry on bag that can be put on my shoulder and can carry a lot.

I also usually curl my hair the night before so I don't have to rush the next morning but it looks done.  

Some lipgloss, lotion and hand sanitizer and I'm off.

Here are the links to my favorites below:

My sweater:

http://www.victoriassecret.com/clothing/fall-sales-and-specials/the-multi-way-sweater-a-kiss-of-cashmere?ProductID=162908&CatalogueType=OLS

Leggings:

http://m.jcpenney.com/women/lingerie/maidenform/flexees-by-maidenform-fat-free-dressing-leggings---1644/prod.jump?ppId=pp5003130410&selectedSKUId=14160390075&selectedLotId=1416039&ppId=pp5003130410&fromBag=true&cm_mmc=ShoppingFeed-_-GooglePLA-_-Long%20Leg%20Shapers-_-14160390075&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=14160390075

Boots:

http://m.dsw.com/shop/product/256230?prodId=256230

Sunnies: Kate spade

Coat:

Old

Oreo Truffles

It wouldn't be Christmas without Oreo truffles in my house. I unfortunately caught the flu this past week so I am behind on somethings this year. Being so sick I realized sometimes you just have to let things go and take care of yourself.

Today was the first day I felt like baking in a couple weeks. Super Man was excited but still encouraging me not to over do it. 

These are delicious, pretty and easy and everyone loves them. 

All you need is a pack of Oreos, cream cheese, melting chocolate and what ever topping you like.

You put all the Oreos in the food processor and grind them up fine. Then mix them with the cream cheese. 

Roll it into little balls

Then role them in the melted chocolate

Sprinkle

With you desired topping 

This red has a little glittery sparkle I love it

Once done put them in the fridge to harden and then your done.

Be warned they dissapear fast and they will be requested year after year :)