10 Workouts That Are Actually Fun

Working out doesn’t have to feel like, well, work. Shake up your routine with these 10 new exercises

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Hello my gorgeous friends!
I have a re-post here that I wanted to share with you from the Project Inspired website-it’s just good info and I love to share good stuff! So welcome the writings of Ms. Christina Given and her list of “5 Inspiring Companies”.

Written by Christina Given, a contributing Blogger to the Project Inspired website

As some of you may know, there are several booming businesses that have a Christian background and foundation.Some of my favorite places to shop and eat have Christian founders or meaning behind them!

Here some top companies with purpose:

Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A is known for being closed on Sundays to observe the Sabbath and to honor the day of the Lord.

Our founder, Truett Cathy, made the decision to close on Sundays in 1946 when he opened his first restaurant in Hapeville, Georgia. He has often shared that his decision was as much practical as spiritual. He believes that all franchised Chick-fil-A Operators and their Restaurant employees should have an opportunity to rest, spend time with family and friends, and worship if they choose to do so. That’s why all Chick-fil-A Restaurants are closed on Sundays. It’s part of our recipe for success (Chickfila.com).

In-N-Out Burger: The high-quality burgers are wrapped in paper printed with a scripture, and if you peek under an In-N-Out cup, you may find “John 3:16” or other scripture verses written around the rim.
Forever 21: We have shared the wonderful scripture t-shirts Forever 21 offers. In addition to selling inspiring attire, the company shares the scripture “John 3:16” on the bottom of its bright yellow shopping bags.

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only begotten Son, that whosoever shall believe in Him, shall not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16).

TOMS Shoes: While not a Christian company, TOMS displays the Christian value of charity with every pair of shoes it sells. Founder Blake Mycoskie decided that with every pair purchased, the company would give a pair to a child in need.

Watch the video to see how TOMS got started.

GodTube: Yes, the site is a modern Christian video site similar to “YouTube!” GodTube holds a variety of inspiring videos, sermons, music videos and more.

Godtube.com is a video sharing platform offering online Christian videos with faith-based, family friendly content. Popular video sections on GodTube include; Christian bands and singers in Christian music videos, Christian comedians and comedy skits, spoofs and parodies in funny videos, cute videos featuring kids and animals, sports videos, Christian news videos and inspirational videos. Be inspired in your walk with Jesus Christ and grow in your knowledge of the Bible with videos highlighting inspirational messages and verses (Godtube.com).

Clearly, these businesses have put God first and serving others as a priority. Most have committed to sharing not only high-quality products, but also the good news!

Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed (Proverbs 16:3).

What’s your favorite inspiring company?

10 Workouts That Are Actually Fun

Working out doesn’t have to feel like, well, work. Shake up your routine with these 10 new exercises

This is a TotalBeauty.com fitness article Who says torching calories can’t be a blast? If hitting the gym feels like a chore, it’s time to get healthy with these 10 fitness regimens you’ll actually enjoy. See workouts

Hello Gorgeous!

Today I’ve got a how to makeup video to help you get your Daytona 500 look on for this Sunday February 26th race in Florida.

Danica Patrick will be in Florida with the No. 7 Go Daddy Chevrolet race car for a chance to race and win.

I’ve included the video plus some interesting facts about Danica. Enjoy!

• Danica was on the cheerleading squad at Hononegah High School in Roscoe. She says she saw more serious injuries in cheerleading than in auto racing.
• In 2003, Danica helped the Prodrive Ferrari team to a 10th place finish at the Atlanta Grand Prix.
• Danica was named IRL Rookie of the Year in 2005.
• Danica’s qualifying speed at the 2005 Indy 500 was 227.004 MPH.
• Danica was one of six rookies in the 2005 Indy 500. She was named Indy 500 Rookie of the Year.
• In 2005, Danica became the first IndyCar driver to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated since Al Unser in 1987.
• Danica drove a sports car in the 2006 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona. Her co-driver was NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace.
• Danica was honored as 2006 Sportswoman of the Year by the March of Dimes.
• Danica’s last win before her 2008 victory in Japan came at the 2002 Long Beach Grand Prix Pro/Celebrity.
• Danica did commercials for Secret deodorant in 2005 and 2006.
• Danica published her autobiography, Crossing the Line, in 2006.
• In 2007, Danica launched her own fan club, Danica’s Maniacs.
• Danica appeared in a four-page feature in the 2008 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue.
• Danica won the 2008 Kids Choice Award as Favorite Female Athlete.
• Danica’s mother was such a good snowmobile mechanic that she was known among racers as Captain Traction.
• Danica appeared in the Jay-Z music video “Show Me What You Got.”
• Danica is addicted to The Food Network.
• Danica and husband Paul make their home in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area.
• Danica says Jacques Villeneuve is one of her racing idols. She was the fourth woman to qualify for the Indy 500. The first three were Janet Guthrie, Lyn St. James and Sarah Fisher.
• Danica has a miniature schnauzer named Billy.
• Danica’s favorite album is Alanis Morissette’s “Jagged Little Pill.” Her favorite movie is “Dumb and Dumber.“

Products used:
Skin: Sue Devitt Beauty Spacomplexion hydrating marine minerals tinted moisturizer
Eyes: Sue Devitt Beauty Kalahari eye intensifier
Mascara: AVON Super Shock waterproof mascara in brown
Blush: Laura Mercier Bronze Veil
Lips: Laura Mercier Plum lip glaze

I found these Daytona 500 Danica Patrick facts on this website.
Thank you Jock Bio for the fact gathering!
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8 Heart Healthy Foods That Boost Your Beauty

Live it up — literally — with these heart healthy eats

This is a TotalBeauty.com health and beauty article Since it’s American Heart Month, why not celebrate with food that’ll make your heart sturdy and your hair glossier? These 8 foods will make your hair shine, clear your skin, and more. Start eating your way to a prettier, healthier self now. See foods

Hello Gorgeous!
The 84th Annual Oscars are on this Sunday February 26th.
*Sigh* I would like Billy Crystals job, or at least to co-host with him? I can’t do it this Sunday because I’m already booked. Though next year-I can pencil in the gig!

The celebrities who are going to be on the red carpet for the 84th Annual Oscars have already booked their favorite hair and makeup artists teams. In fact, they were booked well in advance of the show.

Though if you are going to be on the red carpet I have a few tips for you to look your absolute most radiant and best.

3 simple tips to getting red carpet ready are:

A. Have a well hydrated self from the inside and out: drink your water and make sure that your face, hands, neck and decollete are all moisturized. Keep a can of misting water close by too! Just before you put your makeup on: mist. As soon as you finish your makeup, mist!

B. Focus on one area: choose either dramatic eyes, or dramatic lips but don’t do both because it can be too over powering and messy looking. A classic smokey eye updated in colors-like a smokey green, or smokey purple. Remember, smokey is the technique more than the color.

If it’s all about the bold lip color-then update it with a bold coral, bright raspberry or deep purple. Just keep the eyes in a simple matching liner with a coat of mascara and you’ll look gorgeous.

C. You need some major underwear for the red carpet: now is the time to invest in great underwear/lingerie. Don’t splurge on dress, shoes and handbag and not on lingerie.
You need a girdle, or long bra, or tight shapewear to push all your bumps and bulges into one smooth and seamless figure to look great in the dress.

Note: makeup only looks good on good skin-so take care of the skin first and worry about the makeup second.

Other note: the dress only looks as good as the figure-so plan your undergarments before you plan your dress! An expensive designer gown on bumps won’t look so hot. Though an off the rack on a rockin’ figure will be a red carpet photo opportunity!

Photo credit of Billy Crystal: Entertainment Weekly.com

It just makes me sad to read of the loss of lives of military because they already sacrifice so much.

I pray peace and healing to the families of these Marines, in Jesus name, Amen.

Photo credit: Wilson Info
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7 Best and Worst Sugar Substitutes

Sugar substitutes can cut out the calories, but are they killing you? Find out which ones to sweeten your tea with here

This is a TotalBeauty.com weight loss diets article The promise of a shot of sweetness without the calories makes it hard to pass up a pack of Equal or Splenda. But researchers have found that these go-to sugar substitutes can not only make you hungrier, but even cause cancer. Avoid the carcinogenic culprits and stick to the healthful ones with this roundup. Get facts

Hello soon to be sweet smellin’ Gorgeous!
I’ve been playing with my samples from the new
GUD line of natural body care by Burt’s Bees. I say you need some now for your Fat Tuesday so you can have it tomorrow to wash up and absolve yourself before Ash Wednesday mass.

So far my experience with the Gud products is pure love! Love it! So rich and thick-moisturizing, good smelling and happy feeling! woo hoo!

Best of all-these products are all paraben, phtalates, sulfates, free as well as cruelty free and made right here in the United States of America! Burt’s Bees GUD is good!

Enjoy this short video reveiw then get to the Targets and get you some!

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Never Have a Bad Hair Day Again

You won’t have to deal with another frizzy, dull, fill-in-the-blank hair day again. See our 5 surefire bad-hair-day solutions now

This is a TotalBeauty.com bad hair article Do your co-workers think you’re a huge Giants fan because you wear your baseball cap all year round — but you’re really just hiding your bad hair? We’ve got the secrets to fix all your bad hair day issues. You know, so you don’t have to wear that hat on non-game days again. Get solutions

Hello and happy weekend Gorgeous!
A few days ago I posted about Cupcase, a travel companion for you and your lingerie investments.

I’m traveling with mine-and even took a moment to sight see on the historic Route 66 with my Cupcase!

Can you find it in the picture? Kind of like a ‘Where’s Waldo?” excpet- “Where’s Cupcase?”

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Hello Gorgeous!
I hope you are enjoying a wonderful trip for your long weekend as we celebrate the birthdays of
Abraham Lincoln and George Washington on
Monday February 20th.

I am on holiday and while I am out traveling
I have packed my sample of the
Bloxsun spf 50 scarf.

True-we normally think of putting sunscreen on in a
creme or spray-oils even, but this revolutionary
sunblock is an accessory to your swimsuit or
outdoor excercise gear!
I love the gloves because I ride my bike, run and swim-all outdoors! I’m constantly in the sun!

In fact- while traveling I pit stopped along historic Route 66 in Kingman Arizona. Just like the song says-get your kicks on Route 66!

I have my Bloxsun scarf sample tied on as a head wrap to help keep the sun off my face-but, go to the website and look at the details of the large
scarfs that easily can cover the delicate decollete area in a swimsuit, over the shoulders to prevent burn on the deltoids as well as wrapped around a waist and keep the sun off the tops of the thighs.
There are several colors to choose from-and even if you don’t triathon, or swim much, or go out in the sun much-the gloves are a must for every day driving? Why? Because 99% of us put the sunscreen on our face-not our hands, and then drive our cars with hour hands on the wheel in the direct sun! So get some!

Visit http://www.bloxsun.com to learn more! Happy President’s Day!
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4 Makeup Tricks That’ll Make You Look Younger

With these genius makeup tricks that’ll shave years off your face painlessly, you can officially take Botox off your wish list

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article Turns out you can actually use makeup to create the allusion of having a younger face. All you need are these easy tips on how to lift your eyes, contour your cheekbones, and more. Check out the expert-approved tricks now. Look younger

Hello Gorgeous!
Happy President’s Day weekend to you! I’m traveling-and here’s a short video of what’s traveling with me for beauty on the go!

Products:
Foundation: Murad Skin Perfecting Primer in dewy finish
Cheeks/face contour: Laura Mercier Sheer Creme Colour in Bronze Veil & Second Skin Cheek Colour in Honey Mocha
Eye shadow: Laura Mercier Bronze Veil and Seashell Pink
Eyeliner: Sue Devitt Beauty eye intensifier in Kalahari
Mascara: Pure Romance Bedroom Eyes in black
Lips: Laura Mercier Lip Glaze in Plum
Fragrance for the road: Faith Hill True
Face prep: Brows tweezed with Japonesque Artisan Slant Tip Tweezer
Comodynes Beauty Flash LIfting Effect instant beauty spray (*this stuff is miracle spray)
Stay safe as you travel this weekend!
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Hello Gorgeous and Happy ‘pre’ President’s Day to you!
The long weekend comes with much adventure for my family-we have the palette full of luggage to prove it.
I am taking my Mama Mio (no nasties here!) Love Your Life Lines creme and facial exercise booklet with me. So far I’ve enjoyed using it at home and I know with the drastic weather change this thick creme is going to be a skin soother!
Enjoy the short video!

It’s a full 1 oz air tight pump bottle at $48.00, and the site now accepts Paypal.

Love Your Life Lines
Deep Line Reducer
Double Trouble For Wrinkles

Our powerful anti-aging, light –reflecting cream works to smooth out and diminish existing lines and wrinkles, helping with deep level repair whilst protecting against new lines forming.

High Protein Face Care and 60 seconds of Face Fitness
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9 Natural Makeup and Hair Looks You Should Try

Let your natural beauty shine this year with these simple hairstyle inspirations and makeup techniques that’ll perfect what your momma gave you

This is a TotalBeauty.com natural makeup article Celebrities’ flawless complexions and perfectly tousled hair take a lot more effort than they’d like us to believe. But while they may not roll out of bed looking that good, they know how to fake like they rolled out of bed looking that good. The secret? Hair and makeup that plays up their natural beauty. Get the tutorials to highlight your own natural beauty now. Get tips

Woo hoo! Hello Gorgeous! The President’s Day holiday weekend is upon us! Happy Birthday to Abraham Lincoln and George Washington.
Now-the Cup Case is the best way to travel with your bras, especially if you have the $50-$60 kind from Fredericks of Hollywood and Victoria’s Secret. Instead of them getting crushed in your suitcase and bending the underwires or crushing the cup shape of the bra-put them in a Cup Case!

I have a short video to show you how to use it-and you can get yours at www.cupcase.com.

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