tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56643008848157797972024-03-13T20:36:18.593-07:00Sensibly Sassy's Two CentsHow I Spend Them and What I ThinkSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.comBlogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-62944524762645566792013-03-14T20:31:00.002-07:002013-03-14T20:32:00.105-07:00Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds AwayI have only seen a Cirque Du Soleil show once before (you can read about it<a href="http://www.sensibly-sassy.com/2008/03/monday-review-kooza.html"> here</a>). I was absolutely taken aback at how beautiful the show was, I mean it was stunning, it made me feel like a little kid again. So when I was approached to do a review of the DVD/Digital Copy/Blu-Ray (read: not live) version of Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away-I was hesitant at best.<br />
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I mean I was game, but I just wasn't sure that the wonderment that I experienced at the live show could be captured in a non-live version. So I received the DVD in the mail (along with a fun goody bag full of Cirque swag) and I gave it a chance. I popped it in the DVD player and instantly my attention was grabbed. The fantastical visuals that grabbed my attention in the live show was now working its magic on me at home-but in a different way. I feel like the DVD offered something that the lives show couldn't possibly offer-like detail. It was so pretty. Like, couldn't look away, pretty.<br />
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So all that is to say that, I recommend picking up a copy of Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away. I can easily seeing this being perfect for a fun night in with your love or a bunch of girlfriends and a bunch of fun snacks. Your eyes will love what they see!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-90062178307100665252013-01-28T21:26:00.001-08:002013-01-28T21:26:49.112-08:00The Skin Regimine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After all I have been through in trying to get my skin acne free, the last place you would think I would look for skin care is a grocery store. But alas, I have. Word on the street is that the dermatologist that concocted the Nourish Skin Care line is selling a very similar formula in their office for ten times the price! The face wash is a soothing gel that lathers but doesn't dry my face out, and it takes off my make up really well.<br />
The Nourish lotion is really light and oil free. This is a huge selling point for me because I usually feel a super thick mask like feeling when I use other moisturizers which prevents me using it...and I don't know about you but moisturizers don't work well when they are sitting on your shelf and not on your face. But this one seems to be melt right in to your face and leaving it feeling fresh and dewy. <br />
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<a href="http://www.skinceuticals.com/_us/_en/category/phloretin-cf.htm">SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF</a>:<br />
Now I know this item is pretty darn pricey. In fact I bought it from my dermatologist and then had instant buyers remorse. I wasn't able to return it and now looking back, I am glad I didn't. All it takes is four little drops a day and it tightens up my pores and leaves my skin looking super "fresh". I don't know how else to describe it except "fresh". The overall look of my skin has been transformed and I honestly don't think I can go back!<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/clarifying-lotion-2-P122882?om_mmc=Googlepla,_requestid=42976,cm_mmc=us_search-_-GG-_-pla-_-,ci_src=17588969,ci_sku=1295666">Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2</a>:<br />
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I usually avoided toners because they dried my face out like whoa. But this one, this one does not do that. I love how after I swipe a cotton pad with this stuff on it my face tingles and almost feels like its breathing. Weird...but true.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cetaphil-Defense-Facial-Moisturizer-1-7-Ounce/dp/B001GIOW3G">Cetaphil SPF 50</a>:<br />
I use this every morning to provide a shield of defense for my face when I head out in to the world. SPF 50 might seem a bit like overkill to some...but you never can be to careful when it comes to your skin right? <br />
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<a href="http://www.vaseline.us/products/petroleum-jelly/original/default.aspx">Vaseline</a>:<br />
Most definitely the cheapest part of my regimine but one of the most important. I keep a little pot of this stuff on my nightstand. Before bed I put some on my lips, cuticles, the back of my hands and around my eyes (ahem, where some little crows feet are starting to tiptoe their way on to my face).<br />
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I love painting my nails-big time.<br />
You know what I don't like?<br />
Waiting for said nails to dry.<br />
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Well that is no longer a worry for me ever since Essie,Good To Go came in to my life.<br />
I can put a couple coats of my favorite color on and put a thin coat of GTG on and I was truly good to go after a couple minutes. Which means I could look through my purse, put my hair up, or even go to bed without worry of missing up my manicure!<br />
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The added bonus is that this topcoat makes my nails look extra shiny! I have had so many people ask me if my manicure was a gel one because the topcoat gave my nails such a nice, shiny, finished look.<br />
It retails for about $10-and worth every penny!!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-32880894768460264842012-09-27T10:42:00.002-07:002012-09-27T10:43:53.645-07:00Near, Far, Wherever You Areeeee<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For reasons of protecting whatever shred of coolness I possessed, I have never divulged just how big of a Titanic fan I was when it first came out...and truth be told I still am. When the movie came out 15 years ago (really? 15 years ago?!) I was a 13 year old that was gaga for Leonardo, had two fish named Jack and Rose and I saw the movie (in the theatre) ....10 times. Do you still love me?</div>
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So when <a href="http://prettysandyfeet.com/">Katelin</a> asked if I would be interested in reviewing the new blue ray version/15th anniversary/100th anniversary of the Titanic sinking version of the movie I said YES,I'LL NEVER LET GO KATELIN! I received a journal (similar to Jack's in the movie)-I told Jon to draw me like one of his French girls and he said it would be awkward for all involved. So I guess I'll just have to use the journal for something else. I also received a remastered, anniversary edition, of the soundtrack. Not only does the soundtrack have all of the beautiful music from the first time around but it has music from the period of the Titanic. So cool right? It also came with four Titanic luggage stickers.</div>
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Now let's not forget about the star of the show-the movie itself. The movie is totally remastered and now with blu-ray and high definition I really feel like the movie can now be seen at home in a way that lives up to the quality and detail that is inherent to the movie! (see I told you I was serious about this). So you may be wondering if this fancy schmancy anniversary edition is worth picking up?-I would have to say heck yes! Its perfect for the OTF (original Titanic Fan) and the detail in high definition is perfect for being introduced to it a first time!</div>
Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-35477154518611101652012-04-10T19:40:00.001-07:002012-04-10T19:40:31.002-07:00Little Leaf Design<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you have been following my journey to the altar on my main blog, you have probably realized that the journey has been anything but smooth. I mean, its been rough. But you know what wasn't rough? Ordering my thank you cards. I had originally thought I would just buy some of the pre-made thank you cards in the store but as I searched for them I didn't really see anything that I thought was worth spending a lot of money on.<br />
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I then remembered that one of my internet friends, Ashley, had a design business (<a href="http://www.little-leaf.com/">Little Leaf Design</a>) and she had made some great thank you cards for another friend. So I contacted her and she speedily gave me a very reasonable quote and just like that we were on the path to designing thank you cards for the wedding as well as my bridal shower.<br />
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Ashley sent me a fun questionnaire to get a better feel for what exactly I wanted. After she received that she sent me color swatches and sample designs. Once we had all that firmed up the thank you cards were in the mail and on their way to me. It was almost too simple compared to the craziness of the rest of the wedding planning. I was so pleased with the designs that were totally unique to me-she really did a great job!<br />
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So if you are looking for design of any kind I suggest you give <a href="http://www.little-leaf.com/">Little Leaf Design</a> a look.Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-53534161135901951782012-02-23T20:29:00.003-08:002012-02-23T20:54:36.585-08:00L'Oreal Voluminous False Lashes MascaraI have been pretty faithful to my <a href="http://www.sensibly-sassy.com/2008/07/monday-review-lash-blast-mascara.html">Lash Blast Mascara</a> for years now but I got a little cray cray and decided to branch out a bit. I'm not going to pretend that it was something else other than the shiny gold packaging that caught my eye, 'cause it totally was. I like me some gold.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsgmn6seZgzUriVmtEPJGE2UxmYrgS51uY1H55l6sUFyuzg7iiGR6XkI4UB_TmCK0clP8DpmxDV_p0qYr1gYxUclIG8azdr5BI_PvsANL-9ooew4ZRCSDM8Kc7qRMX6FEJkOyUQERwxeO/s1600/IMG_2624.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsgmn6seZgzUriVmtEPJGE2UxmYrgS51uY1H55l6sUFyuzg7iiGR6XkI4UB_TmCK0clP8DpmxDV_p0qYr1gYxUclIG8azdr5BI_PvsANL-9ooew4ZRCSDM8Kc7qRMX6FEJkOyUQERwxeO/s320/IMG_2624.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712554947235572674" border="0" /></a>So I brought it home and cracked it open with the highest of hopes in mind. Let me tell you this, I wasn't wowed. It did make my lashes appear thicker. But not in a voluminous way, more in a way that looked as though I had put some brownie batter on my eye lashes. Not a fan.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6hCayeqC6txC4B2fvJbjPLY4TYpr8VinGATNmvUEXkqRbR99B7RsH4g3b1-mIY1vd5ey7780gKmqDKMcil2KgGnbOjSaQNBM4Jo1hQa52Gv-CFeM1jfOfYGEcEU4YMXkmzlGJkHcfCgfG/s1600/IMG_2623.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6hCayeqC6txC4B2fvJbjPLY4TYpr8VinGATNmvUEXkqRbR99B7RsH4g3b1-mIY1vd5ey7780gKmqDKMcil2KgGnbOjSaQNBM4Jo1hQa52Gv-CFeM1jfOfYGEcEU4YMXkmzlGJkHcfCgfG/s320/IMG_2623.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712554945941858978" border="0" /></a><br />It's kinda hard to tell here but when I took the brush out of the container it was super clumpy and just-bleh. So sadly, my foray into new mascara fell flat but I am not dissuaded friends-I will keep looking for the best mascara for us all!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-42469546594621529942012-02-23T20:28:00.001-08:002012-02-23T21:14:01.492-08:00Revlon Lip Butters<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCLf8cFwIiiferuEO61AEti7_JaLhxEZyk_N_Ew22g16gdClx36dlU8w4rTKsJADVz_2ss1TrMmM0kRz7uCS_SBwLdXl0SlYus6cjK_lpBQYtFovd9Tl1Fpbqq1axe9pBQ85G857fpy5ga/s1600/IMG_2626.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCLf8cFwIiiferuEO61AEti7_JaLhxEZyk_N_Ew22g16gdClx36dlU8w4rTKsJADVz_2ss1TrMmM0kRz7uCS_SBwLdXl0SlYus6cjK_lpBQYtFovd9Tl1Fpbqq1axe9pBQ85G857fpy5ga/s320/IMG_2626.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712554512482578642" border="0" /></a>So I first heard about these fancy lip sticks called Lip Butters from Morgan, <a href="http://mrspriss.com/2012/01/25/drugstore-beauty-love-revlon-colorburst-lip-butter-review-a-few-other-things/">Mrs. Priss </a>herself. She seemed almost entranced by these little beauts. So I said "heh, maybe I'll check them out". AND THEN the whole internet was aflame with Lip Butter madness. Like, everyone wanted some and those that didn't want some already had 46!<br /><br />So I became resolute to make some Lip Butters mine and I went to my local Walgreens and guess what?! They were buy one get one for 50% off. They were nearly sold out so I grabbed what they had left and was so excited to try them on.<br /><br />Well I tried them on and to my surprise they were really smooth feeling, almost sheer feeling. But get this the color wasn't sheer, it was vibrant! I was in love! What's more? It stayed on as I ate and drank and talked. It was awesome. So I did what anyone would do in my situation, I went and bought two more.<br /><br />As of today I have 6 colors, as follows:<br />Pink Truffle<br />Raspberry Pie<br />Red Velvet<br />Candy Apple<br />Berry Smoothie<br />Peach Parfait<br /><br />and the sick part is...I want more!<br />Do you have any Revlon Lip Butters?Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-2697423091537017852011-10-01T21:31:00.000-07:002011-10-01T22:01:08.346-07:00Lululemon Align Ultra Mat<a href="http://images.lululemon.com/is/image/lululemon/LU9804S_9235_1?$pd_main$" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 310px; height: 385px;" src="http://images.lululemon.com/is/image/lululemon/LU9804S_9235_1?$pd_main$" border="0" alt="" /></a>I am becoming quite the yoga enthusiast these days. After finding out that my first ever yoga mat was made with carcinogens I decided I needed to upgrade to a user/earth friendly mat. I decided on the Lululemon Align Ultra Mat. It was nice and lightweight and came in pretty colors so i decided to buy it.<div><br /></div><div>The honeymoon phase with this mat did not last long at all. Midway through my first class with the mat it began to twist and bunch beneath my feet while I was in the warrior poses. Talk about frustrating! I decided to stick it out anyway and continue to use the align mat. Well after about two months of sticking it out I noticed that the textured "bumps" on the mat were flaking off leaving me with lime green (the color of my mat) bumps all over my yoga pants at the end of class. </div><div><br /></div><div>The flaking got so bad that eventually I wore a hole in the mat where my feet go during downward dog! And this was after not even a year of use-more like 8 months!! So I must give the Lululemon Align Mat a big fat negative review. I do not recommend it, not even a little.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://reviews.lululemon.com/7834/Align_Ultra_Mat/reviews.htm">Photo Cred</a></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-59021948899987121252011-06-16T09:05:00.000-07:002011-06-18T20:55:00.937-07:00EasyCanvasPrints.com<div>A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by <a href="http://www.easycanvasprints.com/">EasyCanvasPrints.com</a> to review the process of ordering a <a href="http://www.easycanvasprints.com/">canvas print</a>. I was pretty giddy because I have always wanted to try to put one of my pictures on a canvas.</div><div><br /></div><div>I was pleasantly surprised at the ease at which I could naviagate their site. It sounds like a simple thing to appreciate but I cannot tell you how many times I go on a site to order something and the site is so complicated that I end up not ordering anything. So like I said, that was not the case with <a href="http://www.easycanvasprints.com/">EasyCanvasPrints.com</a> . Since I already had a print in mind I was in and out of the website in less than ten minutes! I could hardly believe it.</div><div><br /></div><div>But if you are unsure of which picture you want to use they have a great section on their website called <a href="http://www.easycanvasprints.com/idea-gallery/wedding-photo/">The Idea Gallery</a> which shows you previous customer's orders and how they look in different places in the home. And the most important part? The prices are really reasonable AND <a href="http://www.easycanvasprints.com/">EasyCanvasPrints.com</a> is offering free shipping and 25% off all canvas!! I know it is awesome.</div><div><br /></div><div>I am really happy with my canvas and I can't wait to hang it in our new home...wherever that may be.</div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbgNg4e4Q6QdNW6htK81YLVAH6aR-1djsG_OF5uZoLRJDCu06Ti1OXjKCPvHTRWz2-3rt15jA0S0IBa3tHH141fAumOG8xMWDGlvVdLbFWfUaPQyacv9-TS1AcN1Jf_9rYgszAgoZOXsDa/s1600/IMG_0998.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbgNg4e4Q6QdNW6htK81YLVAH6aR-1djsG_OF5uZoLRJDCu06Ti1OXjKCPvHTRWz2-3rt15jA0S0IBa3tHH141fAumOG8xMWDGlvVdLbFWfUaPQyacv9-TS1AcN1Jf_9rYgszAgoZOXsDa/s320/IMG_0998.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618849622555667090" /></a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-14015991080583170362010-11-25T09:39:00.000-08:002010-11-25T09:51:55.273-08:00OPI Topcoat<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.thecosmeticmarket.com/images/P/7708.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 282px; height: 400px;" src="http://www.thecosmeticmarket.com/images/P/7708.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>I hear a lot of people say that they don't like to paint their nails because the polish chips too quickly. Well I have found the solution to this problem once and for all! As you may have noticed<a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2008/11/opi-nail-polish-excuse-me-i-mean-nail.html"> I am a fan of OPI colors</a>. So when I was in my local beauty supply store buying a new color I spied a sign that said if I bought two regular colors I could get the topcoat for free. So I decided to give the topcoat a try. It was free after all.<div><br /></div><div>As soon as I got home I painted my nails and put the topcoat over the polish. Well after 7 days there was not a chip off of my manicure! Isn't that wonderful?! Seven days, no chips! Needless, to say I suggest OPI for all of your topcoat needs!</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-57363001076957198942010-10-08T20:13:00.000-07:002010-10-08T20:43:37.742-07:00The Secretariat<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYonuFJ2uPWsaQdmUxmUU9DeidTYtH0rE1yh-Am3RXMeZOlUqM-kEh2NamYqdj6fFGpRhkdDPZeXM0Eq1aYRsKFDkKigAzQHFEU7LZRBG25WZoG4yTPxzP7irzSVuIASa_Fo1vHVcjSg0/s1600/DianeLane_Secretariat.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 590px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYonuFJ2uPWsaQdmUxmUU9DeidTYtH0rE1yh-Am3RXMeZOlUqM-kEh2NamYqdj6fFGpRhkdDPZeXM0Eq1aYRsKFDkKigAzQHFEU7LZRBG25WZoG4yTPxzP7irzSVuIASa_Fo1vHVcjSg0/s1600/DianeLane_Secretariat.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><br /></u></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></u></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">I could really begin and end this review with "do you want to see a feel good movie that will have you smiling when you leave the theatre? yes? Ok, go see this movie!" But that would be lazy and I really like to share my opinions more than that.</div><div><br /></div><div>The wonderful people at Disney and Blogher gave me tickets to the advanced screening of The Secretariat. I was excited to go being a huge fan of Disney movies in the past and also, a huge fan of animals in general. I wasn't quite sure what to expect of the movie but I knew how it ended thanks to a neuroscience teacher in undergrad that was obsessed with horses. That is neither here nor there. The movie is heartwarming in one of the best ways possible, in that honors the power of hope and persistence. Not to get on a soap box, ok maybe I do, but these days you don't see that too often. A lot of times bad behavior is honored more than things that would restore our faith in each other. This is probably the reason why most people know more about Lindsay Lohan than the latest Nobel Peace Prize winner. I have a feeling I may be getting carried away.</div><div><br /></div><div>In a world where sensationalism and shocking behavior reigns supreme it was refreshing and heart warming to see a movie that you could bring the whole family to, or in my case, enjoy with your boyfriend on an impromptu date night. The Secretariat was charmingly funny and uplifting. And here's a warning, it is easy to get caught up in the excitement of the races, meaning you just might find yourself cheering and clapping as though your cheers help the horse run faster...not that I am naming any names...(ok ok I totally did this)</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-52224942798944910502010-08-23T07:00:00.000-07:002010-08-23T07:00:07.141-07:00The Giveaway of All Giveaways!<div style="text-align: center;">Welcome to my blogoversary give away!! I won't keep you waiting, here are the wonderful prizes you can win!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The first, not one, but two, items are from the Etsy shop "<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/pinnedup?ref=seller_info">Pinned Up</a>" </div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJzdFilCTPqHxyxPcGePDOua9t5pCOoCUu9ZnN7StoVnNqs3wMNJukzTwKvTuTaN6XAPoQfbuXYTliH0H2o5l5HF1N9ZWtsYgD707f_e8gMb2TEC-OAvv2LSrz8xF9BWWjugJxSpzlhyphenhyphen-N/s320/pin.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508322328593396738" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love these hair pins because they are a simple way to add a personal touch to any simple outfit. I actually own this next one and I think it is super cute!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuG9yYMYMhOg5MuqcHCGJAuqi8XGZOuuSYf4kzEj6zbdku5liixU9jQb9rsWMXlgSkoXc4uOjnCSjhbaAV-2iP0h-QD1GRp8-wYW4cdv8wYWEnggp2_JfP6IfFLWg1dxeBm6Zs5g8DGGNy/s320/hair+pin.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508322320624275026" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This next item is the <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/elizabethh/productcatalog?page=productdetail&sku=N603">Goa Pendant Necklace</a> from Stella & Dot. </div><div style="text-align: center;">You all know how <a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2010/08/stella-and-dot-jewelry.html">I love me some Stella & Dot</a>!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 229px; height: 351px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aI2aH8rO7Q0/TCzq8F6a-QI/AAAAAAAAClE/lgEicmSGjis/s1600/Goa+Necklace-1.png" border="0" alt="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This next item comes from the good folks at Nintendo (it pays to read a blogger that is a Nintendo brand ambassidor doesn't it?) It is the Pic Cross 3D game for the Nintendo DS! This game is quite fun if I do say so myself.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD3bh86Dg2NvpqwR55FFXgGQ5DTadX5jDACt94sYkYdvStg3ow-uPSXGV6EQSt_vorEO500odF7fkJZtJGlqAc3kXAvsiiELBg2WwO-To5a9ITSv4sREzAgvzzR9laC7AwjWG1qfUNbFnL/s320/DSC06835.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508323728297756770" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">What's that you say? You don't own a Nintendo DS? Oh that is rather unfortunate. I'm sorry. You will probably have to give the game away to someone that has a Nintendo DS.</div><div style="text-align: center;">I wouldn't do that to you.</div><div style="text-align: center;">I am giving you a Nintendo DS XL.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Yes, really.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Seriously.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Just look!</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDphmEF6aJN2_SpWKhr9-AY7vNfdPpeMWuQ4GPXIc-_U23MZaoZbhSvc2ER-aP61BzSWwYxcJpSxfT5S3PMVEiifRwsXbOYK0-rQXAkzpzYHmcsCV6ygVo-39WHDYLFsU_0bQsud1AEgiS/s320/DSC06825.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508323746620624306" /><div style="text-align: center;">This isn't your mama's DS, it is the XL which means the screen is 93% bigger than a regular DS!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">So how can you enter?</div><div style="text-align: center;">*You can leave a comment at Sensibly-Sassy.com </div><div style="text-align: center;">I REPEAT DO NOT COMMENT HERE GO TO SENSIBLY-SASSY.COM</div><div style="text-align: center;">IF YOU COMMENT HERE IT WILL NOT COUNT!</div><div style="text-align: center;">*ahem*</div><div style="text-align: center;">*You can tweet about this giveaway and leave a link to said tweet on sensibly-sassy.com</div><div style="text-align: center;">*You can blog about this giveaway and then comment me with the link.</div><div style="text-align: center;">*You can refer a friend and when your friend enters by leaving a comment they have to say you referred them-this will get you each an extra entry.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;">The giveaway will end on Friday, August 27th.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-72826383085049499302010-08-05T17:19:00.000-07:002010-08-05T17:47:35.213-07:00Stella And Dot Jewelry<div>I love me some jewelry, really though, when in doubt jewelry is the perfect gift for me. I love the way it sparkles and shows parts of your personality that your clothing just can't. So when my friend Elizabeth said that she became a Stella and Dot Stylist it was like the heavens opened up and angels sang on my behalf-at that moment I had found my jewelry dealer. She had the good stuff at good prices and unlike drugs, a jewelry addiction is socially acceptable! WIN WIN FOLKS!</div><div><br /></div><div>I went to a trunk show at her house and I couldn't stop touching the stuff. It was pretty and so well made! However, said trunk show was a couple months ago when I wasn't really making much money-so jewelry had to wait. Stupid bills. So that meant I had to walk away from the show sans jewelry. </div><div>Sad Sassy.</div><div><br /></div><div>Well, Elizabeth contacted me recently and said that she would be willing to give me a piece of jewelry of my choosing to review. Holla at your jewelry lover! I seriously ordered the necklace um, maybe 2 days ago and it arrived in my mail box today! </div><div><br /></div><div>And look at the packaging!</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ3m_KOKIOJpN7faeWcEgYDjca42Tf8UqokP-WgEK7Zd40x0jmm6gwwTbWWClymC9fMpvx8bYcBTMUZVHbJFE1i4dOJjtVOFQuPkf_zzKQf8jog3WUnyqGY5-lV0P_O3cSAAUXKbazF_xg/s1600/DSC06777.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ3m_KOKIOJpN7faeWcEgYDjca42Tf8UqokP-WgEK7Zd40x0jmm6gwwTbWWClymC9fMpvx8bYcBTMUZVHbJFE1i4dOJjtVOFQuPkf_zzKQf8jog3WUnyqGY5-lV0P_O3cSAAUXKbazF_xg/s320/DSC06777.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502087988003282194" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKnSCiXxk0rf-TOhAjyCP2LomCUGatsTzDvu99Utuj-WB44PPw_ce-TAawdv00h5r3J74S4PvUMIjTlOzmsZFXtxVbV158R2J4aLtUBsoKyRxxIdgs-t4FnOz7y5Dm1idVDwWsTpeMQPhA/s1600/DSC06780.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKnSCiXxk0rf-TOhAjyCP2LomCUGatsTzDvu99Utuj-WB44PPw_ce-TAawdv00h5r3J74S4PvUMIjTlOzmsZFXtxVbV158R2J4aLtUBsoKyRxxIdgs-t4FnOz7y5Dm1idVDwWsTpeMQPhA/s320/DSC06780.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502087973700580082" /></a>I instantly put the cute necklace on and just knew it had found a forever home with me. It is such good quality. Ya know how some catalogue jewelry looks like it came from a gumball machine? Not Stella & Dot Jewelry, no siree bob. This is the good stuff!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3zI1MGiy4tv2A6wJcCs0f28JbjotxNlymN1GFv6HA6cXcFZ_V9u_eAhD3eEhAlI4UOZX7CWnlvyqlXjcmNu0XF0kl2kCp7B5cSjPR5qVG-7_XhG3iVCvs7IjEuAIeoWzxZLOWF5Kf-suL/s1600/DSC06783.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 309px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3zI1MGiy4tv2A6wJcCs0f28JbjotxNlymN1GFv6HA6cXcFZ_V9u_eAhD3eEhAlI4UOZX7CWnlvyqlXjcmNu0XF0kl2kCp7B5cSjPR5qVG-7_XhG3iVCvs7IjEuAIeoWzxZLOWF5Kf-suL/s320/DSC06783.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502087962783569010" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(Please ignore my scraggly hair and just keep your eyes on the necklace. Thank You.)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">If you are interested in checking out some great jewelry at equally as great prices<a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/elizabethh"> go here</a>. Go <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/elizabethh">here now</a>. And if you are located in California, the Bay Area more specifically and want Elizabeth to host a trunk show for you <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/elizabethh/my-business">contact her here</a>!</span></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-11994081505750348972010-08-05T10:45:00.000-07:002010-08-05T17:18:11.249-07:00100% Pure<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTUCkhlz2WhMAr2eBbY1HQpWWzFH9bhY7kbCDveqqb4u1ogj7PG6yQoU6ltlMahCgje-cGO1DErWaFyWJs1azMoNwdPmpFUXHo8FplBC9khaByKNhpw7isCqdfMSRCovhDgH3bkCvA3ZTA/s1600/IMG_1798.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTUCkhlz2WhMAr2eBbY1HQpWWzFH9bhY7kbCDveqqb4u1ogj7PG6yQoU6ltlMahCgje-cGO1DErWaFyWJs1azMoNwdPmpFUXHo8FplBC9khaByKNhpw7isCqdfMSRCovhDgH3bkCvA3ZTA/s320/IMG_1798.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501983547052331186" /></a>I picked up this awesome lotion, <a href="http://www.100percentpure.com/default.asp">100% Pure</a>, in Truckee on our way home from Tahoe. The lavender scent makes me super excited to put it on everyday. But what is more exciting that this lotion really is <a href="http://www.100percentpure.com/default.asp">100% Pure</a>. For instance, this is a completely vegan lotion, meaning no animal products and no animal testing whatsoever! <div><br /></div><div>I bet you didn't know that 60% of things absorbed through the skin (like lotions) end up in your blood stream. I didn't know that before perusing the<a href="http://www.100percentpure.com/default.asp"> 100% Pure</a> website. That fact really scares me-think of all the chemicals that end up in your bloodstream! Well I don't have to worry about that with <a href="http://www.100percentpure.com/default.asp">100% Pure</a>-no chemicals AT ALL! Best thing is I can read and know what ALL of the ingredients are!</div><div><br /></div><div>I love supporting companies like <a href="http://www.100percentpure.com/default.asp">100% Pure</a> because it is about time we start putting all natural products in the forefront of our consumer consciousness; it is best for the environment and our bodies!</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-86513317163964300682010-07-28T11:15:00.000-07:002010-07-28T11:15:00.733-07:00Chivalry Delivery<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv02v_t1S4KGDuM3T4QZTP8xbAfBVLakiDlRBykPrXyAVgUIStI15deS5KaINLzYmY-BhhM3TWhhaJC8w0r5rW1SAp2OuGeA0KwMNnygCJgS8xFrCRO1iFBiV-vDOgJMm9plVk6j3TzkXS/s1600/Chivalry+Delivery+Logo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 193px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv02v_t1S4KGDuM3T4QZTP8xbAfBVLakiDlRBykPrXyAVgUIStI15deS5KaINLzYmY-BhhM3TWhhaJC8w0r5rW1SAp2OuGeA0KwMNnygCJgS8xFrCRO1iFBiV-vDOgJMm9plVk6j3TzkXS/s320/Chivalry+Delivery+Logo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5499001143812088370" /></a><i>*Full disclosure, I am totally biased in this review. Chivalry Delivery is my boyfriend Jon's brainchild. However, I think it is a great idea so I decided to share it with you!</i><div><i><br /></i></div><div>I love getting flowers. I mean that isn't unique, most ladies enjoy getting flowers on anniversaries, birthdays and other such occasions. But you know what I love more than getting flowers on special occasions? I love getting them randomly.</div><div><br /></div><div>Jon, being the smart guy he is, noticed this and decided to not only randomly surprise me with flowers more often but to start a business that helps others do the same thing. And that is how <a href="http://chivalrydelivery.com/">Chivalry Delivery</a> was born! Basically if a guy (or gal) wants to surprise their significant other with flowers all they have to do is go to <a href="http://chivalrydelivery.com/">Chivalry Delivery</a>, enter their info and just like that the person they love will receive flowers randomly once a month! No headache for the giver, just pure appreciation from the receiver! </div><div><br /></div><div>The best part is that the flowers can be delivered to your love's office or home. It's really fun for your lady to be able to share her excitement with office mates-and when they ask the reason for your surprise, she will answer with "oh no reason, just 'cause!" Talk about scoring some easy points! </div><div><br /></div><div>Another great thing about <a href="http://chivalrydelivery.com/">Chivalry Delivery</a> is that you aren't limited to sending flowers to your luvah, but you can also send flowers to your family and friends, like your mom that lives across the country. The perfect way to let them know that even though distance and time are standing between you both, they are never far from your thoughts.</div><div><br /></div><div>And the best part is that there isn't any obligation, you can pay month to month! Like I said, I am biased because this is my boyfriend Jon's business but I really do think this is a great idea! So go visit <a href="http://chivalrydelivery.com/">Chivalry Delivery</a> today!</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-55950399687581846102010-07-28T10:57:00.000-07:002010-07-28T11:12:25.792-07:00CoverGirl Tru Blend<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.viewpoints.com/images/review/2008/85/11/1206462743-03344_full.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://media.well.ca/images/large/products/covergirl-trublend-microminerals_1231184543_LRG.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 415px;" src="http://media.well.ca/images/large/products/covergirl-trublend-microminerals_1231184543_LRG.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>I really hate doing bad reviews. I would much rather tell you about how excited I am over a product- really that is much more thrilling for me. But I suppose it is more responsible of me to show you guys both sides.<div><br /></div><div>Well that brings me to today's review for CoverGirl Tru Blend powder and liquid makeup. I'll cut right to the chase, the liquid makeup stinks, not figuratively, but literally stinks. A few days after using the makeup I noticed that I randomly smelled a musty, dusty, grossness. I looked around the apartment wondering if something was molding. But then I realized that I smelled this gross smell right after I put on my makeup. It was my face that smelled gross because of my makeup. Nasty. Aside from the smell it just didn't feel good on my face and it didn't spread easily. Two thumbs down.</div><div><br /></div><div>The powder did work better. It went on easily made me look less greasy, so that is something. But the container is ridiculous. The brush is too wide to put in the container to get the powder. Seriously, it is a lot of work to put on your make up. Ergonomically it is a fail, but the powder does work if you are able to get it out of the bottle.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>ahh that felt good to get off my chest. Hope it is helpful.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-74731460856932869692010-02-25T14:43:00.001-08:002010-02-25T17:04:08.535-08:00LuShae Jewelry<span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;font-size:small;">It isn't a big secret that I love a good piece of jewelry, I am a predictable girl in that sense. Needless to say, when Sarah from <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/">LuShae Jewelry</a> told me that I was privy to a free piece of jewelry so that I could review the purchasing process from start to finish, I was besides myself with giddiness! <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Earrings">Earrings</a>, necklaces, rings, OH MY!<div><br /></div><div>I rapidly perused their site and had a very difficult time deciding which little treat I was going to make mine. For a good solid chunk of time I was set on bringing home a <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Item&r=pro-746143">beautiful pair</a> of <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Earrings">earrings</a>, seriously they were so cute! But ultimately I decided on <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Item&r=pro-745873">this versatile ring</a>. The site was very easy to navigate and even easier to place an order on. I did however have some trouble seeing some of the details of the jewelry because everything was up against a white background, but this could be my wonky eyes. It might be nice to have the jewelry pictured on models so the shopper could get a good feel for how the jewelry looks on. But other than those things, the sight was rock solid.</div><div><br /></div><div>My ring was delivered to me quickly, which is a good thing, don't make this girl wait for her jewelry. Just don't. My ring also came in a really cute blue box that made it feel like I was giving myself a gift, "oh self you shouldn't have"</div><div>The ring is great quality and I feel confident wearing it during the day and when I go out at night. My experience with <a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/">LuShae Jewelry</a> was nothing but enjoyable! </div></span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-29055539623804844552010-02-15T07:41:00.000-08:002010-02-15T07:50:09.771-08:00Winner of the Skin MD Natural Lotion!<div style="text-align: center;">We have a winner!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;">(Courtesy of <a href="http://www.randomnumbergenerator.com/">Randomnumbergenerator.com</a>)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 64); "><table width="100%" bgcolor="#FFFFC0" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4"><tbody><tr><td width="400" style="font-size: 14px; ">Random number between 1 and 10</td><td style="text-align: center;font-size: 14px; "><strong>2</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); "><dt id="c2298571382456556187" style="cursor: pointer; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font: normal normal bold 122%/1.4em Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; padding-top: 0px; "><img src="https://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif" class="comment-icon blogger-comment" alt="Blogger" style="width: 16px; height: 16px; margin-right: 4px; background-image: url(https://www.blogger.com/img/cmt/comment_sprite.gif); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: initial; -webkit-background-clip: initial; -webkit-background-origin: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: -45px -117px; " /> <span dir="ltr"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/16888662707141549909" rel="nofollow" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" style="color: rgb(51, 102, 204); text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; ">SS</a></span> said...</dt><dd style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 16px; "><p style="padding-bottom: 0.25em; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 16px; ">i am always on the lookout for the perfect lotion. i have a thyroid disease and so my skin is "winter dry" all year round. sometimes it gets so dry i get scaly little patches in the most inappropriate places (like on my face you sickos) so it's really important for me to have a lotion that moisturizes beneath the top layer of skin.<br /><br />i always put lotion (or oil) on directly out of the shower and then before bed, and multiple times throughout the day; i put lotion on whenever i notice drying or cracking. my husband is annoyed with the abundance of lotion bottles in the car, on my night stand, in the bathroom, in the living room, etc. but until i find a lotion that can keep up with my needs you will find a bottle everywhere you look in my house.<br /><br />(ooh, i love that Skin MD is unscented!)<br /><br />and to carly ^^ my pup is forever licking lotion off of me too. that can't be healthy, eh?</p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; color: rgb(119, 119, 119); font-size: 11px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; ">February 9, 2010 10:37 AM</p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; color: rgb(119, 119, 119); font-size: 11px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; "><br /></p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; font-size: 11px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;">Congratulations SS, send me your mailing info at SensiblySassy@gmail.com!! And thank you all for entering!!</span></span></p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="comment-timestamp" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; padding-bottom: 0.25em; line-height: 15px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">And P.S. Frank, my dog, is ALWAYS licking off my lotion. That's ok right?</span></span></p></dd></span></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-49373692884567436722010-02-09T00:00:00.000-08:002010-02-09T10:03:23.032-08:00Skin MD Natural LotionI was contacted by a rep from <a href="http://www.skinmdnatural.com/">Natural Skin Care Products</a> a couple of weeks ago and he wanted to know if I would be interested in testing their <a href="http://www.skinmdnatural.com/">Skin MD Natural Lotion</a>. Well it took me about two seconds before I replied with "heck yes I am a lotion junkie!" And that is the honest truth, I am always looking for a new lotion to try. I carry a bottle in my purse, put some on after a shower, after I wash my hands 'cause gah soap is so drying, and I need to apply lotion before I read (seriously) because I can't stand the feel of dry pages on dry hands. Get the picture? I get cranky if my skin feels dry. An odd pet peeve but very real. <div><br /></div><div>My bottle of Skin MD natural lotion arrived and I ripped into the box and pulled out the bottle and instantly slathered some on because oye, that whole box ripping interlude made my hands feel dry. I was instantley taken aback by the fact that the lotion was really thin. I'm not going to lie, I found the thinness of the lotion disconcerting at first. I am accustomed to lotion that leaves me feeling so slathered that I feel as though I could slither my way through a key hole if need be. </div><div><br /></div><div>But as I used the lotion for the next couple days I began to love the feel of the lotion on my skin, I no longer felt like a buttered turkey, the lotion felt like it was part of my skin and my skin in turn felt silky. I was in love. I then inspected the bottle to see what exactly I was falling in love with and was pleased as punch to see that I could not only pronounce the ingredients, but I was familiar with them, like take for example aloe-yeah friendly little fix all, aloe is in the lotion. Ok ok, I am gushing I will stop, after this one more thing, it doesn't have a scent, which is awesome because I don't have to worry about my lotion and perfume scent clashing.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sigh, its love.</div><div><br /></div><div>And guess what? You can win your own bottle of this awesome lotion! Just leave a comment below with your odd lotion applying habits (like how I must apply lotion before reading books etc) or other ways in which you care for your skin that might be out of the ordinary. I will post a winner next Monday February 15th!</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-78814975236859339452010-01-16T22:07:00.000-08:002010-01-16T22:48:28.770-08:00Durable Dog Toys<div>My bulldog Frank loves a good toy. He is so playful and his jaw is REALLY strong-this can be a dangerous combo to weak toys. See...</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgspDNWUBIVXx2A2NYwGFIn9XnqM7BAf4DR2orKFe9wkIGBPsZiZIyPC3pe-G6YY9MKuhg7M6wrTl95yOa26kp3hzsx2SQlgvzaIwMj2al0AdtOB0OkVv1DxPxLYzZFW3Nf9vRX4Gq9eHIX/s1600-h/IMG_1343.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgspDNWUBIVXx2A2NYwGFIn9XnqM7BAf4DR2orKFe9wkIGBPsZiZIyPC3pe-G6YY9MKuhg7M6wrTl95yOa26kp3hzsx2SQlgvzaIwMj2al0AdtOB0OkVv1DxPxLYzZFW3Nf9vRX4Gq9eHIX/s320/IMG_1343.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427589176448115122" /></a>Dog toys can range in price, anywhere from 99 cents to $25 yes, really. I don't necessarily think that expensive means better, actually I quite like it when the toys are cheap. That being said, I am willing to pay a little more for toys that last for a while.<div><br /></div><div>This first toy is called the "JW Pet Good Cuz/Bad Cuz Dog Toy". Frank has the biggest yellow one, the "good cuz". This is far and away one of his favorite dog toys ever. It makes a squeaking noise that doesn't make me crazy but still makes him jazzed to play with it. It is made of a tough rubber material that makes it resistant to consistent squeaking and also enables it to bounce pretty high too. Frank has had this toy for 9 months and he cannot get enough and the toy keeps performing without breaking.</div><div><a href="http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3207032&lmdn=Dog">JW Pet Good Cuz/Bad Cuz Dog Toy</a></div><div><a href="http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3207032&lmdn=Dog">$4.99-$9.99</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKi2dE9fiLuW86_02lkqE6hjX3KoJ1WNv0FsODXeXN6_pFAimWwV0mOOwUxbIQvCyK3sJA-AN7EYEY-k7IJEEgSfgQgRMJHbF2hIpm2H3NNI981heXh-KWczdAqQdk8jXkHQyZ7RgF-_ek/s1600-h/pPETS-5056681t400.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKi2dE9fiLuW86_02lkqE6hjX3KoJ1WNv0FsODXeXN6_pFAimWwV0mOOwUxbIQvCyK3sJA-AN7EYEY-k7IJEEgSfgQgRMJHbF2hIpm2H3NNI981heXh-KWczdAqQdk8jXkHQyZ7RgF-_ek/s320/pPETS-5056681t400.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427589164851761906" /></a>While browsing at our local Petsmart Frank spotted this next toy. It is called the Jolly Ball and it is the combination of a tug rope and a large hard (very hard) rubber ball. It is like the best of both worlds for your playful pup. Frank loves to play with this toy with his friends at the dog park but he also loves to bat it around/chew on it by himself. He did chew the rope in half after a month but he still really enjoys playing with the ball on its own.</div><div><a href="http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3207063&keepsr=0&clickid=body_rv_txt">Jolly Pets Romp-n-Roll</a></div><div><a href="http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3207063&keepsr=0&clickid=body_rv_txt">$19.99</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhKkQ0FrBp-6PftMviw-GmLAlAZ6i_kDyR1dumdTgOxEUn6yz57ydzMf8hhdKQ-OEOO7Wu1HAkgT2w3knho_qPBB0DcrAsM06z5np9g7NIxAleRg8OIg8bpb4ji0x1joecSUdM_-7BQBa0/s1600-h/pPETS-5056612t400.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhKkQ0FrBp-6PftMviw-GmLAlAZ6i_kDyR1dumdTgOxEUn6yz57ydzMf8hhdKQ-OEOO7Wu1HAkgT2w3knho_qPBB0DcrAsM06z5np9g7NIxAleRg8OIg8bpb4ji0x1joecSUdM_-7BQBa0/s320/pPETS-5056612t400.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427589161227057730" /></a>Are there any toys that your dog can't get enough of?</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-1011089553430476532010-01-16T13:15:00.000-08:002010-01-16T13:35:40.675-08:00Dove "Go Fresh Therapy" Shampoo and Conditioner<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.lifelovebeauty.com/img/reviews/doveset.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 336px; height: 504px;" src="http://www.lifelovebeauty.com/img/reviews/doveset.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>My hair and I don't get along all that well. You see I would appreciate a little cooperation from my hair; a little softy, silky, Anne Hathaway from my hair. Instead I get hard to manage, poofy as all get out, Halloween store wig. I have tried many different shampoos, leave in conditioners, and still I get the same result. So after a while I just stopped trying, I chopped my hair to the shortest length I have ever had it and just bought any ole shampoo and conditioner; I had given in to the idea that my hair was a lost cause.<div><br /></div><div>While shopping at my local Target I perused the shampoo aisle and chose the one that smelled the best-it happened to be Dove's "Go Fresh Therapy". I decided to buy it because Dove products have never let me down in the past and they are all about spreading the word about positive body image to young girls-win win!</div><div><br /></div><div>Well I tried the shampoo/conditioner duo and was pleasantly surprised that my hair actually started to look, wait for it... shiny and pretty!! I thought it was a fluke so I kept using the shampoo and conditioner. But time and time again it kept performing, so much so that I actually started to grow my hair longer. It has been about three months that I have been using Dove, "Go Fresh Therapy" and I am still pleased as punch. You guys, I have PRINCESS HAIR!!</div><div>I cannot sing the praises of Dove enough!!</div><div><br /></div><div>The only thing that would make me want to skip on down to city hall with my shampoo and conditioner and marry it would be if it got rid of my dandruff. While the Dove shampoo doesn't aggravate my dandruff or make it worse, it just kinda makes it a little less offensive. So all that means is that I have to keep on top of my hair washing and wash it as soon as I see the first signs of dandruff (the dirtier my hair is the less shy my dandruff is).</div><div><br /></div><div>I absolutely recommend this product! Upon searching for images of the bottles I also found out that there is a whole line of body sprays and deodorant to go with the shampoo and conditioner. Seeing as I am SO PLEASED with the shampoo and conditioner I will totally try the other ones out too!</div><div><br /></div><div>*Photo credit<a href="http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.lifelovebeauty.com/img/reviews/doveset.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.lifelovebeauty.com/beauty/hair/82-best-of-spring-beauty-shampoo-and-conditioner-for-all-hair-types.html%3Fstart%3D2&usg=__GU1tOJeUp2DeSUGVlOGTbmWeEjo=&h=504&w=336&sz=51&hl=en&start=3&um=1&tbnid=Xa_9w0HYoWZB0M:&tbnh=130&tbnw=87&prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddove%2Bshampoo%2Bgo%2Bfresh%2Benergize%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dsafari%26rls%3Den%26sa%3DG%26um%3D1"> here</a></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-69512130554001758482009-11-23T14:00:00.000-08:002009-11-23T14:03:15.519-08:00Men's gift guide<div style="text-align: center;">I hope that the ladies gift guide was helpful to some of you because now it is the men's turn for gifting suggestions. Again, all gifts are painfully close to $50 so that we can give a great gift without breaking the bank. (I am having some trouble with the formatting of photos, so sorry, click the link to see the full photo...sorry)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The first gift for the guys honors those brainiac boys in our life. So he can't throw a football 50 yards or maybe not even 10 yards. But he is a pro at helping the kids learn long division and can tally the total of the grocery list in his head so let's honor that!</div><div style="text-align: left;">This cute shirt is available <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35075593&ref=sr_gallery_1&&ga_search_query=funny+gifts+for+men&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">here</a> for $14.95</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 430px; height: 430px;" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.104409507.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We all know the first rule about Fight Club is that we never speak of it, but I just have to share this soap with you. If you know a guy that is a fan of Fight Club he will definitely get a kick out of receiving his own piece of the movie.</div><div style="text-align: left;">You can get it <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35119029&ref=sr_gallery_3&&ga_search_query=fight+club+soap&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">here</a> and purchase it for $4.50</div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 750px; height: 690px;" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.104078982.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If your guy loves to quench his thirst with some beer, soda, or heck, even juice he will love doing so in these pint glasses. You can pick out the perfect design for your guy. (My personal favorite is the mustache).</div><div style="text-align: left;">You can buy it <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34982639">here</a> for $15.00</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 500px;" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.104092327.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></span></div><div><br /></div><div>This gift is over $50, but it is the only one to do so. If you have a gamer in your household they have more likely than not been pining away for the release of Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 2. It the highly anticipated follow up to Call of Duty 4, Modern Warfare. If you know a guy with either an XBox 360 or Playstation 3, they are sure to enjoy finding this under the tree.</div><div>Price: $59.99 and can be found<a href="http://www.target.com/gp/search/188-5981177-9635866?field-keywords=call+of+duty+&url=index%3Dtarget%26search-alias%3Dtgt-index&ref=sr_bx_1_1&x=0&y=0"> here</a>.</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPkDvcFI-31o-K-PvW9gpOhH7Rw_hq_09ElHQAk6t2g1cOImFL1Ok78XCN9Pb5esAFrEyhyphenhyphencFbRvRTzK9eUJ21ySmaxIRQKpWeSEdhslapcd-YIZETpySUpuKYZA2K2U4noUbZXCh4XTDn/s1600/IMG_1217.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPkDvcFI-31o-K-PvW9gpOhH7Rw_hq_09ElHQAk6t2g1cOImFL1Ok78XCN9Pb5esAFrEyhyphenhyphencFbRvRTzK9eUJ21ySmaxIRQKpWeSEdhslapcd-YIZETpySUpuKYZA2K2U4noUbZXCh4XTDn/s320/IMG_1217.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407137497720591490" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div>If you are lucky enough to have a handy guy in your life he will LOVE the the Leatherman Skeletool. It is light weight so he can carry it with him at all times and the number of things that this baby can do is amazing. Check it out <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XU9NXW/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000XU43IC&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0GDC8ED0S6GWPCHQY21C">here</a> (it is on sale for $56.00!)</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.mrgadget.com.au/catalog/images/leatherman_skeletool_image.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 350px; height: 350px;" src="http://www.mrgadget.com.au/catalog/images/leatherman_skeletool_image.gif" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;">If you know a man that takes pride in his grooming he will totally appreciate this shaving brush and soap kit. And as a plus, the nice wood handle and soap container will look charming on the bathroom counter. You can buy it <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34256085&ref=sr_gallery_19&&ga_search_query=teenage+men&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=3&order=date_desc&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">here</a> </div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 439px;" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.101636384.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div><br /><div>Many guys at one point in there life have a love affair with working out. This kettle bell makes it so that your guy can pump some iron from home. It may seem like a simple little thing but the kettle bell can really result in a really exhausting work out! It can be bought<a href="http://www.roguefitness.com/store/ader_kbs.php"> here</a> </div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.roguefitness.com/store/media/ader/KBMain.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 345px; height: 224px;" src="http://www.roguefitness.com/store/media/ader/KBMain.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Midas Touch Beer is has got the beer connoisseur's name written all over it. The recipe for this beer is that of the actual oldest known fermented drink! I have actually tried this beer and it has a nice fruity, robust, unique flavor. This definitely enhances the experience of drinking beer. I mean how cool is it to say that you have had beer that was also made thousands of years ago!?</div><div>It can be bought <a href="http://www.internetwines.com/rws28580.html">here</a> for $14.71<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.thebeerguerrilla.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/6.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 503px; height: 323px;" src="http://www.thebeerguerrilla.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/6.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><br /></span></div>It's no secret that Theodore Roosevelt was one of the toughest Presidents that ever was. In "The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt" it chronicles this bad ass President's rise to greatness. It's a history book that reads like a novel.</div><div>It can be purchased <a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Rise-of-Theodore-Roosevelt/Edmund-Morris/e/9780375756788/?itm=1&USRI=the+rise+of+theodore+roosevelt">here</a> for $14.36<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 475px;" src="http://www.markgerber.com/images/roosevelt.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img.walgreens.com/dbimagecache/07006604030_450x450_a.jpg"></a></div><div>I might be a little biased on this next item on the list because my boyfriend has this aftershave. Every time he kisses me goodbye in the morning I get a great whiff of his aftershave and it starts my day off with a smile. It has a wonderful, non overbearing smell-I hate when guys have waaay to much aftershave on. And better yet, my boyfriend says it really works! A win win situation!</div><div>You can buy it <a href="http://www.walgreens.com/store/catalog/Pre-and-Post-Shave/Clubman-After-Shave-Lotion/ID=prod1884&navCount=1&navAction=push-product?V=G&ec=frgl_623726&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=sku301884">here</a> for $6.99</div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img.walgreens.com/dbimagecache/07006604030_450x450_a.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 450px; height: 450px;" src="http://img.walgreens.com/dbimagecache/07006604030_450x450_a.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-77388096853569613262009-11-23T00:00:00.000-08:002009-11-24T07:53:06.982-08:00Holiday Gift Guide For The Ladies<div style="text-align: left;">It is the time of year again where we look for that special something for those special someones in our life. But the landscape of gift giving looks a little different since we are all operating with a little less money. (And if you aren't having that problem, good on you! You can still look at this list...just buy multiples of the items haha!)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">These items are for the ladies and I have tried to stay under or veeery close to $50!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The first item on the list is the only one to go over $50 but I just had to include these jeans. I was given the jeans at a <a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2009/08/sisterhood-of-born-to-fit-jeans.html">Born To Fit Party</a> and ever since I have been literally attached at the hip with the Always Skinny cut. They are comfortable and flattering to any woman. I know it sounds too good to be true but I have seen many different shapes and sizes in these jeans and they all looked great! If a lady you know is in need of new denim treat her to these!</div><div style="text-align: left;">Price: $69.50 They can be found <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=5664">here</a>.</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 400px;" src="http://www.mommyniri.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/gap1.jpg" border="0" alt="" />I was browsing etsy the other day and stumbled upon these adorable soaps! Yes, the picture below features real soap. The seller has so many other awesome, realistic looking, vegan, soaps. Check out their shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DirtyAssSoaps">here</a>.<div>Price: $10 for this whole s'mores set!<br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 430px; height: 573px;" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.103610400.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">My wristlet is one of my most favorite purchases that I have made for myself. The wristlet is so perfect for evenings out when a whole purse will prove to be too cumbesome. I am able to fit my phone, cash and i.d. in it. And at $48 this snazzy coach wristlet is hard to resist! You can find it <a href="http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/-walletswristlets_wristlets-10551-10051-5000000000000013513-en?t1Id=5000000000000013510&t2Id=5000000000000013513&tier=2">here</a>!</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCpjokcuTO5kA-Jkc0iGLtNzGWSotaPg0YRV2_6qRy9l2TkrHVL4O-ZGGFI4g1UBC-zxwZGTeEqVZ1_G1LOJUmzKEDYpvo3ewxMaDfJf8ZcKYYvgFU5t-JjoWCr5pkFa13l5YWHSvGAiWs/s200/wristlet.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407134079658715330" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The next item is Nars blush in Orgasm (giggle giggle). I <a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2008/08/nars-blushes.html">reviewed this blush</a> way back in the day. I loved it then and I still love it today, in fact I still use it to this day. Nars blush in orgasm is a color that really compliments maaaany different skin tones during many different seasons. Whether this is a gift for someone like myself that doesn't know much about make up or a seasoned pro, any girl would benefit from having this shade of blush in her make up bag.</div><div style="text-align: left;">Price: $25 and can be found <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P2855&categoryId=B70">here</a> </div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 255px; height: 257px;" src="http://thebeautycoach.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/orgasm2.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Pioneer Woman Cooks is a cook book by Ree Drummond, most widely known for her website, thepioneerwoman.com. Each recipe includes step by step instructions with photos which makes it very easy to make creative meals for the whole family. The Pioneer Woman Cooks includes a peek into what life is like for a family on a cattle ranch too. If a long time cook needs a little oomph in her kitchen routine or a novice cook needs some really easy meal ideas this is the book for either of them!</div><div style="text-align: left;">Price: $16.50 and can be found <a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Pioneer-Woman-Cooks/Ree-Drummond/e/9780061658198#TABS">here</a></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 281px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeHMZ7F-gmmrKNREqaGACna4T9YminiHt0EcBkhuituLwAA8jggdXqUrvoLgBAQYRrKLDE8CyOLsPjdSnTfHs9qVxbYVvF24QBUc0h66u1GqAa7RFByZOLpNi9aMGhsOWecql-Ix4kqAw/s320/the+pioneer+woman+cooks+cook+book.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;">The Help is one of the best books I have read in a very long time and for an avid reader like myself, that is a title you don't just throw around. The Help follows the story of women living amidst the turmoil of strained race relations of the 1960's. It is a page turner that leaves you wondering what happens next after each chapter. I absolutley recommend this book for any book lover.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Price: $16.21 and can be found <a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Help/Kathryn-Stockett/e/9780399155345/?itm=1&usri=The+help">here</a></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="http://bfgb.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/help1.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div>Jewelry is one of my favorite gifts to give and receive. Rachel Eva's jewelry line is a wonderful collection of simply stunning accessories with affordable price tags. The earrings below are a personal favorite of mine and they are <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31978005">available for only $28</a>! Rachel Eva has an <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/RachelEva">Etsy shop</a> and a <a href="http://racheleva.com/Site/Home.html">website</a> where you can pick out the perfect piece of jewelry.</div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 216px; height: 195px;" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com//il_fullxfull.93971298.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I love Nail Lacquer by OPI, check out my review <a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2008/11/opi-nail-polish-excuse-me-i-mean-nail.html">here</a>. I have quite a few of their shades but this one in Big Apple Red is a classic must have and it's seasonal to boot! Great stocking stuffer indeed.</div><div>Price: $8.50 and can be purchased <a href="http://www.amazon.com/OPI-Nail-Lacquer-Big-Apple/dp/B000WMSF80">here</a> </div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 270px;" src="http://www.nailpolishdiva.com/images/NLN25_opi_nail_polish.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Fragonard solid perfumes are another item on the list that I personally own (You can read my review of them <a href="http://sassystwocents.blogspot.com/2008/08/fragonards-perfumery.html">here</a>). These scents are great to throw your purse so you can refresh as often as you need without worrying about a bottle breaking in your bag. The scents of all six solid perfumes are classic and a great tester to see if you want to sample them before buying a larger spray perfume.</div><div>Price: $40 and you can find them <a href="http://www.hamptonct.com/index.cgi/pid=2296/Fragonard-Gift-Box-of-10-Perfumes-for-Women-10x2-ml.htm">here</a></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 224px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhuzKacEpYflPNCM7DurzKsZIoQt3AVDcU7-xVkp31faSYFdvymA0AQg39nVafRpjjO9-Uqg4UE6h1zegpGccUADlHINpD_JhVY13fveJbvKeuTKdztM_HTpiGRqN87AG9Emlrqx6vhyphenhyphens/s320/perfume.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div>These undies are the best! They are called Hanky Panky Panties and they are so comfortable. I guarantee a thong loving lady will be over the moon for these lacey wonders. A very exciting stocking stuffer for your lady friend!</div><div>Price $18 and can be purchased <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/signature-lace-low-rise-thong/vp/v=1/845524441856878.htm?folderID=2534374302024544&fm=browse-brand-shopbysize-viewall">here</a> with free shipping!</div></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 457px; height: 700px;" src="http://www.trendhunter.com/images/phpthumbnails/39984_2_468.jpeg" border="0" alt="" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hope this list inspired the little gift elf in you! Stay tuned for my gift guide for men!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">P.S. And what kind of granddaughter would I be if I didn't mention my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/NaniandSass">nani's (grandma's) etsy shop.</a> She is selling her home made slippers and will do custom orders if you like :) Check it out<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/NaniandSass"> here</a></div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-88019433595800642422009-11-05T14:17:00.000-08:002009-11-05T14:30:39.672-08:00Olay Thermal Pedicure<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.dolcedolce.com/wp-content/uploads/olay-thermal-pedicure.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.dolcedolce.com/wp-content/uploads/olay-thermal-pedicure.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>I have dancer's feet, tried and true. If you don't know what dancers feet are just picture toes bent over from being crammed in tiny little pointe shoes and calluses trying to defend the formerly soft skin of the foot. Scary picture huh? Well sadly my feet are dancer's feet and within the last couple months I have developed (deep breath) cracks in my heels. Noooooo!<div><br /></div><div>I decided to poke around in my drawer of numerous products. I came across Olay Thermal Pedicure that my mom had put in my stocking for Christmas last year. Well I was so distraught from my new development of cracked heels that I whipped the cap off of the container. </div><div><br /></div><div>Olay Thermal Pedicure claims to get rid of rough icky skin while a heated sensation makes your feet feel downright delicious (so maybe those aren't the words printed on the package). But guess what you guys? IT WORKS! I rubbed the lotion on my feet and was caught off guard by how well the heating agent works. It feels so good I could drool! And what is even better is that it got rid of my heel cracks! </div><div><br /></div><div>Now I keep this secret weapon in my shower and use it any time my feet feel like a little spruce up is in order. I totally recommend this product!</div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">-This Is NOT a paid review</span></div><div><a href="http://www.dolcedolce.com/wp-content/uploads/olay-thermal-pedicure.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Photo Credit Here</span></a></div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5664300884815779797.post-55137490323292524642009-11-03T16:14:00.000-08:002009-11-05T14:31:19.623-08:00Trident Layers Gum<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.coupondad.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Trident_Layers.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 559px; height: 204px;" src="http://www.coupondad.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Trident_Layers.gif" border="0" alt="" /></a>When Trident contacted me and asked me to review their new Trident Layers gum I said "well why not?!", especially since they were going to be sending me free gum!<div><br /></div><div>Who doesn't love free gum?</div><div><br /></div><div>Well I eagerly awaited the arrival of my free gum and when it finally reached my mouth I was more than pleased.</div><div>Here are the top five reasons this gum tickled my taste buds:</div><div>1. You can chew it for a long while and it doesn't get hard or putty like.</div><div>2. The flavor is unique because of the creative flavor blends of orange and strawberry and pineapple and green apple. And you guys, "unique" is not code for gross, this stuff is gooood!</div><div>3. I feel like with gum you have to choose fresh breath or good flavor-you get both with Trident Layers!</div><div>4. The package has 14 pieces of gum...don't you feel like you never get enough of the yummy gum and too many of the junky, chemical tasting gums?</div><div>5. You can blow some pretty snappy bubbles with this sassy little gum.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Photo Credit </span><a href="http://www.coupondad.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Trident_Layers.gif"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">HERE</span></a></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04240956769826578754noreply@blogger.com1