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Protein packed Quinoa & Chicken Italian Tomato Cups #FoodDeservesDelicious

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I truly miss my mom’s cooking!  She could really cook when she wanted too  Her favorite thing was Kraft Dressing and cooking anything and everything it in. So many nights she would just whip up an easy pasta salad, or simple salad recipes, but her favorite was white rice and Italian Dressing Chicken.  They […]

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Create Custom Nail polish with Younique Pigments

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As you all know I love makeup. And as you all also know, I am a Younique rep and have shared those 3d Fiber Lashes before that everyone loves!  But Younique has a ton more makeup available than just those lashes, the least of which are blushes and pigments that can be used for eye...

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Firecracker “Surprise Inside” Cupcakes

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Firecracker “Surprise Inside” cupcakes that are perfect for July 4th! Cut into your cupcake to find a gorgeous star shape which bring your baking to a whole new level! I come from a really patriotic family. With my husband 3rd generation military and much of our family and friends serving, July 4th really brings out...

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DIY Paris Hairbow Holder

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This past week I was lucky enough to be sent a new Minnie in Paris book. Its beautiful, bright, and all things adorable, pink and cutesy! Obviously, I loved it. And as an inspiration of that book I decided to add to my ever growing hair bow holder DIY instructions with yet another one, a...

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2015 Mazda CX-5 Review

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We were given the chance to review the 2015 Mazda CX-5 for a week.

2015 Mazda CX-5

I’m still in a lease with my current car and actively looking for our next lease.  Having driven a Mazda when I was a nanny I love the ride already.  My main concern for our next lease is safety and price.  We reviewed the Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring AWD  and the price tag of this configuration is $31,760. (Starting at $21,545)

2015 Mazda CX-5

The IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) gave the 2014 Mazda CX-5 TOP SAFETY PICK+ when equipped with available Smart City Brake Support.  The Mazda earn good scores all around, including the small overlap front.  Our previous choice just received a poor in the small overlap front test, so now we’re most likely leasing the Mazda, which isn’t a bad thing at all.  I’m pretty much sold on this car and may even finance if the price is right after negotiating.

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