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5 on Friday: Crutch Free Edition

It’s time for another edition of Five on Friday with A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm.

THE GOOD LIFE BLOG1. Guns + Butter

I recently wrote about my experience with Guns + Butter during Detroit Restaurant Week – you can read more about it here. Well guess what? I got an email around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday night offering more seatings for Guns + Butter. They are hosting dinners on October 25, 26, 30 and November 1 and 2. Chef Craig Lieckfelt is opening up his personal test kitchen for these special seatings. If you are interested in getting on the waiting list, you can email reservations@gbdetroit.com.

I am treating my husband to one of these special dinners as a thank you for taking care of me with my broken foot for the past month.

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I got good news at my doctor’s appointment on Wednesday. My foot is healing nicely and I don’t have to use crutches anymore!! I do have to continue wearing my walking boot for another two weeks, but I can put weight on it and start walking around normally. Thank goodness! The timing is funny because I was just about to decorate my crutches with colored tape. I did discover CastCoverZ and last week my special crutch pads arrived. These were great because the pads were starting to wear down on my crutches and hurt my hands. I wish I would have discovered this site before, because you can order colored crutches and all sorts of accessories.

I got the black trellis pads (I didn’t get the bag just the pads) and I love them. They are so easy to put on and take off which is great if you want to wash them. I decided to go with something a little more professional since I had to take them to work and to teach.

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3. Kate Spade Toast Flats

I saw these the other day and thought they would be perfect for holiday parties if I can’t get back in heels yet.

canvas4. Clinique Eye for Colour

Lord & Taylor is hosting a special Clinique event: Eye for Colour to learn about their new eyeshadows. You can make an appointment at your nearest Lord & Taylor store through November 3rd.

Just for attending you get a 10-day supply of Clinique’s Happy Perfume Spray mini and your choice of Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream mini or All About Eyes mini. Also, don’t forget that the Clinique bonus at Macy’s is still running through October 27th.

1023lord_20131021_lordtaylor_gwv_031023lord_20131021_lordtaylor_gwv_041023lord_20131021_lordtaylor_gwv_055. Cashmere Pig Sweater

Forget the fox! I am all about pigs over here! I love, love, love piggies and I decided I had to have this sweater when I stumbled across it earlier this week on Bluefly. What’s not to love? It’s cashmere and adorable!

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Do you have anything that you are loving this week and want to share?

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5 on Friday: Giveaway Edition

It’s time for another edition of Five on Friday with A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm.

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I’m going to get right to the five things I am loving this week:

1. Small Moments Giveaway

I am running the Small Moments Giveaway (read more here) and you have until October 14th to enter. It is easy and free to enter here: (a Rafflecopter giveaway). The giveaway includes 25 custom party invitations to your next Halloween or Thanksgiving party. Here is a sample of one of the Halloween creations:

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2. Wen Bamboo Green Tea

Chaz Dean has released a new Wen Cleansing Conditioner  – Bamboo Green Tea ($26.36) . Click here to read my post about the Wen Cleansing Conditioners if you’ve never tried it before.

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3. Badgley Mischka Floral Cloche Hat ($42)

I found this hat while looking for something else last night and thought it was darling. I need to buy it and wear it all winter, the color just pops!

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4. Stella and Dot Bahari Necklace

This is the perfect necklace to wear on Michigan game days. Funny story – I saw one of our local TV anchors wearing it after last week’s game and I liked it so much I decided to tweet her and ask her where she got it. I was thrilled when she said it was Stella and Dot. Unfortunately, this necklace is sold out on the Stella and Dot website, but I have tracked down a number of them on eBay.

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5. Side Way Cross Necklace ($25)

I was so excited when I got my Ily Couture Side Way Cross Necklace on sale. I wore it a number of times…and then I lost it. I can’t seem to find it anywhere, so I am thinking about just buying another one (which is probably the fastest way to find the old one). It annoys me to have to buy something twice, but I really want to wear it again.

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Do you have anything that you are loving this week and want to share?

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5 on Friday: Eat, Blog, Love

It’s time for another edition of Five on Friday with A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm.

I have a random group of things to talk about this week, but all things I am loving at the moment.

1. Small Moments Giveaway

I am running the Small Moments Giveaway (read more here) and you have until September 30th to enter. It is easy and free to enter here (a Rafflecopter giveaway). The giveaway includes an 8×10 “Love is” letterpress print and 12 of the Sweet Like Candy cards.:

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2. Eat Blog Love Notepad ($23)

I first saw this on the Keep Calm and Carry On blog and LOVED it! I am currently writing all my ideas on my notes app on my phone and I think this would be super cute.

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3. Marlyn Schiff Elephant Cuff ($34)

I just stumbled upon this surfing the net and think it is adorable. I must have it!

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4. Booksfree

I feel like I came up with this idea long before I ever found this site and one day I looked and it was there! Booksfree is sort of like Netflix for books. You pay a monthly subscription fee for one to two books to come to your house at a time. You can keep them as long as you want, so no overdue library fines and no more paying for books that you don’t end up liking. I currently have Committed: A Love Story by Elizabeth Gilbert, the sequel to Eat, Pray, Love and Nights in Rodanthe by Nicholas Sparks. I have a work trip coming up and can’t wait to start reading these on the plane. If you love to read like I do, I highly recommend Booksfree.

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5. Prabal Gurung Nolita Heels

I finally got my Prabal Gurung for Target Nolita heels. I wore them yesterday and got so many compliments. They are going to be perfect for fall! I had been eyeing them for a long time and finally got them on eBay. As you know most of the Target collaborations sell out the first day, but people put them up on eBay right away. Click here to search for your size on eBay. I got the matching clutch too!

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Do you have anything that you are loving this week and want to share?

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5 on Friday: Loved Me Back to Life

It’s time for another edition of Five on Friday with A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm.

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I didn’t have a specific theme this week, but there are a few things that I have been loving this week and needed to share with you.

1. Celine Dion’s new single “Loved Me Back to Life”

 

Celine Dion

I may have mentioned before that I am a HUGE Celine Dion fan. I have seen her in concert three times (twice in Vegas and once here in Michigan) and she is amazing. I remember how starstruck I was the first time I saw her in concert, she has the most beautiful voice and she is a great performer. I couldn’t wait to hear her newest single and have already preordered her new album on iTunes, which comes out on November 5th.

 2. Wen Fall Apple Spice Cleansing Conditioner ($29)

 

Wen Fall Apple Spice

Wen Fall Apple Spice

Chaz Dean has released a limited edition Fall Apple Spice Cleansing Conditioner on QVC. I can’t wait to get mine and try it out! Click here to read my post about the Wen Cleansing Conditioners if you’ve never tried it before.

3. Starbucks Refreshers

 

Very Berry Hibiscus Refresher

Very Berry Hibiscus Refresher

I am not a coffee drinker, I don’t like the taste or flavor of any coffee products. I also don’t like tea or soda, so this limits the choices I have to get caffeine. I recently tried the new Starbucks Refreshers and I am hooked! I find that they taste great and they don’t make me jittery and nauseous like some other energy drinks out there. They also don’t throw off my entire sleep schedule like a 5 hour or Red Bull, which is great.

Strawberry Lemonade Refresher

Strawberry Lemonade Refresher

 

I have tried them at the store, in a can and as a supplement in my water and really enjoy all of them. My favorite flavors are the Very Berry Hibiscus and the Strawberry Lemonade. It also gives me something to get at Starbucks when friends or colleagues want to stop there.

VIA Refresher Packet

VIA Refresher Packet

4. Jason and Molly Mesnick’s Podcast: This is Reality

 

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I love podcasts and I love the Bachelor and Bachelorette, so when Jason and Molly Mesnick came out with their own podcast I knew I would love. I just didn’t realize how much until I started listening to it. If you’ve ever wanted the inside scoop on what goes down on the Bachelor, look no further. These two give an inside look into their lives and their experience on the show. Each podcast is about 30 minutes each. I got caught up on them this week and I’m hooked!

5. ClearCheckBook.com 

 

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I have finally entered the digital age! I am one of those people that keeps a paper checkbook register and balances my checkbook periodically. That is how I was raised and the habit stuck. I decided to try out an online system so I can better track my spending and get rid of my old paper checkbook register. I settled on ClearCheckBook.com and I really like how it works. You enter all of your transactions and then you can “jive” them once they clear your account. You can also place a category on each purchase which allows you to pull some cool charts to see where your money is going. This is a huge departure for me, but if I still like it after a few months I might decide to do my budgeting there as well, instead of with my trusty excel spreadsheet.

Do you have anything that you are loving this week and want to share?

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5 on Friday: Michigan Edition

I was looking forward to today’s Five on Friday Post with  A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm. because I couldn’t wait to do a Michigan edition!

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This weekend, I am most excited about Michigan football! My husband and I are going to the first game against Central and we can’t wait to check out the team this year. I’ve purchased a few new items for this season of tailgating and I have a few more that I still want. Here are my top Michigan must-haves:

Michigan Wolverines Ladies Navy Blue Braided Dream Tube Dress ($39.95): I just bought this for Saturday’s game and it should be at my house anytime now. I hope it fits!

Wolverine Tube Dress

Wolverine Tube Dress

University of Michigan Polka Dot Womens Rain Boots ($19.99): I picked these up last year at Meijer. They are perfect for those rainy, muddy games!

Michigan Polka Dot Rain Boots

Michigan Polka Dot Rain Boots

DaynaU University of Michigan Kukui Nut Necklace ($19.95): I got mine when we went to New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl a couple years back and I think it brings good luck.

Kukui Nut Necklace

Kukui Nut Necklace

Coach Madison Wristlet ($48): When you go to a game at the Big House you can’t bring anything in with you, except for a tiny little wristlet, so you have to get a cute one. This style is new and will fit in perfectly with the fall trends.

Coach Madison Wristlet

Coach Madison Wristlet

Michigan Wolverines Temporary Tattoos ($3.95): I LOVE showing my spirit at tailgates and I always have some sort of face tattoo at every game. I can’t wait to get all decked out on Saturday!

Michigan Temporary Tattoos

Michigan Temporary Tattoos

Those are my top five must-have items for this weekend’s tailgate in Ann Arbor. Let me know if you have any great Michigan gear that I should add to my list.

If I haven’t mentioned it yet in this post…GO BLUE!

What are you most looking forward to this season?

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5 on Friday: My Birthday Wish List

I have been waiting to link up with  A Liz AdventuresThe Good Life BlogHello Happiness and Carolina Charm. for the 5 on Friday series for a few weeks now.

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I thought this Friday would be the perfect time to start since my birthday is on Sunday. I love celebrating birthdays and this year I am so excited because I am going to New York to celebrate my sorority’s 100 year anniversary (Phi Sigma Sigma). That is present enough for me, but I thought I would share my top five birthday wish list items.

1. Clarisonic Mia 2

Clarisonic Mia 2

Clarisonic Mia 2

I have been dying to try this. It is supposed to do wonders for your skin. My mom just got one from QVC and I have been wanting one myself.

2. Erin Condren Planner 

Erin Condren Planner

Erin Condren Planner

I love collegiate calendars and thought this would be a great upgrade to my calendar this year.

3. Temptu

Temptu Deluxe Air Brush Kit

Temptu Deluxe Air Brush Kit

I have wanted the air brush makeup kit for a long time now. I used to test it out at Sephora when they partnered together and I loved the results!

4. iPhone 5

iPhone5

iPhone5

I didn’t think I wanted a new phone until I started blogging and realized that I need more space and a better camera. I am ready for an upgrade!

5. Jennifer Zeuner Initial Necklace

Jennifer Zeuner Initial Necklace

Jennifer Zeuner Initial Necklace

Michelle Money made this famous on The Bachelor and I have been coveting it ever since. I would get ERS on my initials.

What are your favorite items this year?

Five on Friday: 2015 Hostess Gifts

I don’t know about you, but we have SO many holiday parties this year. Last year, I wrote a hostess gift guide with reasonably priced items. They are all still available if you want to check it out here and I’ve also put together a new list for 2015.

1.Wine Glass Writer ($9.95)

I’ve mentioned these wine pens before and have a full set of my own. These are the perfect hostess gift and a blast to have at any party. They also wash right off your glass.

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2. Nest Holiday Votive Candle ($14)

I love me some candles! This one is a blend of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber.

Nest Holiday

3. Kate Spade Spiral Notebook ($14)

I feel like a notebook is the perfect hostess gift. What hostess doesn’t need to make party planning lists?

Kate spade spiral notebook

4. Sisters’ Gourmet Vintage Cookie Mix ($14.40)

I know a lot of people like to make these at home, but I definitely don’t have time for that. I love how cute and easy this is!

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5. Philosophy Graceful Hands Duo ($14.40)

I loved this for a hostess gift because you go through lots of hand soap when you are hosting people at your house.

Amazing Grace

Do you have any favorite hostess gifts?

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Friday Favorites: 2015 Advent Calendars

Last year I discovered adult advent calendars and couldn’t wait to get mine for 2015. I found a few new ones and wanted to share them with you so you can get your very own!

1. Benefit Cosmetics – 12 Days of Gorgeous ($45)

This has 12 high value items – I would love to get any of these plus you don’t have to commit to all 25 days.

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2. The Body Shop Happy Days Advent Calendar ($105)

Not only do you get 24 holiday gifts, but The Body Shop is partnering with WaterAid to provide families with safe water and this purchase provides one day of safe water for a family in Ethiopia

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3. Lush 12 Days of Christmas ($99.95)

So what do you need during the holiday season? 12 days of relaxation with these amazing bath bombs!

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4. QVC Beauty Christmas Advent Calendar ($79.96)

This one has a little bit of everything, so each day is a fun surprise!

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5. Charlotte Tilbury The Book of Makeup Magic ($200)

This one has 12 mini and full size items which is great!

Charlotte Tilbury

6. Starbucks Advent Calendar ($31.47)

I got the Starbucks calendar last year and it was awesome! The chocolate was great and you can reuse the calendar for something else next year.

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Have you seen any creative advent calendars? Let me know in the comments.

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Friday Favorites: 2015 Breast Cancer Awareness

It’s October which means Breast Cancer Awareness Month! As I mentioned in my post last year, this is a cause near to my heart as my mom is a survivor. Here is this year’s list of all of the great products that support the cause. You can buy them all month and give a little back.

1. Bobbi Brown Peony Blush & Brush Set ($50)

With every purchase of the Breast Cancer Awareness Peony set, Bobbi Brown will donate $12 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Bobbi Brown Peony

2. Nest Passion Classic Candle ($38)

This candle honors the memory of Evelyn H. Lauder, Founder of The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. It combines the essences of blooming peony and dewy garden roses with warm sandalwood and a hint of flowering pittosporum, Lauder’s beloved fragrance note. 10% of the purchase is donated to the Foundation.

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3. Tory Burch Ramble on Rose Lipcolor ($32)

Tory Burch created a special limited-edition golden and pink fretwork case for one of her favorite shades, Ramble On Rose. 20% of the purchase price is donated to the Foundation.

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4.  Avon Skin So Soft & Sensual Bath Oil ($10)

Avon will donate 20% of this purchase to their Breast Cancer Crusade.

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5. La Mer Lip Balm ($55)

La Mer equals the ultimate in luxury to me so I love that they are supporting breast cancer awareness with their nutrient-rich Miracle Broth and patented Lip Lipid Complex. $10 of this purchase is donated to the foundation.

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6. Jane Iredale Smell the Roses Hydration Spray ($29)

This facial spritz contains rose flower oil and extracts to cal and support your skin’s function while its rosy fragrance refreshes and lifts your mood. All profits from the sales of Smell the Roses Hydration Spray are donated to Living Beyond Breast Cancer.

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7. Smashbox 24 Hour Photo Finish Shadow Primer ($20)

Five dollars of this lid primer go to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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8. Evelyn Lauder & Elizabeth Hurley Dream Pink – Modern Muse’ Solid Perfume Keychain ($49.50)

Estée Lauder came out with this cute perfume keychain that swivels open to reveal a solid perfume. Modern Muse is a lush floral woody scent. 100% of the proceeds are donated to the foundation.

Modern Muse

9. Donna Karan Limited Edition Liquid Cashmere EDP Spray ($88)

I’ve mentioned my love for Donna Karan’s Cashmere Mist Deodorant in previous posts and now they’ve created a limited-edition spray of the sensual Donna Karan Liquid Cashmere. It combines accents of mandarin, bergamot and muguet with undertones of patchouli, vanilla, sandalwood and musk. 20% of the purchase goes to The Foundation.

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10. Ann Taylor Necklace and Bracelet ($49.50 and $59.50)

Ann Taylor created this limited edition necklace and bracelet that includes delicate emblems tied to powerful symbols, which each tell a story of love, hope, and endurance. 50% of the purchase price will be donated to The Foundation.

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11. OneHope Pink 365 Gift Box ($49)

I talked about OneHope’s Chardonnay last year, but this year they have teamed up with Voluspa to offer a special gift box. This gift box is so cool because every three gift boxes fund a clinical trial for one woman with breast cancer. This is such an amazing thing!

 

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12. Hope Scarf ($20)

This is a local Michigan company that is donating $10 of every purchase to local women who need temporary financial assistance due to financial distress as a result of breast cancer.

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13. Clinique Pink with a Purpose – Cheek Pop Blush & Case Set ($22)

Clinique will donate $3 to The Foundation with every purchase of this cheek pop blush in Berry Pop. Your purchase of this limited-edition Cheek Pop Blush in Berry Pop with a carrying case includes a $3.00 donation to support.

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14. Asics Gel-Fit Sana 2 PR ($80)

Number one – these limited edition GEL-Fit Sana 2 Pink Ribbon shoes  are ADORABLE! They were designed to raise money for Breast Cancer Research and $10.00 from the sale of every pair goes to the About Right Action for Women charity established by Christina Applegate.

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Do you have any products I should add to the list? Let me know in the comments.

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Five on Friday: Summer Dresses

I don’t know about you, but I’m a big dress person. I rarely wear jeans and never wear shorts in the summer – I prefer a sundress or maxi dress to beat the heat. Now that it’s starting to heat up here in Michigan, I thought I should pull together some cute dress options that have caught my eye.

Floral Linen-Blend Fit & Flare Midi Sundress for Women ($38)

I keep seeing this dress in a Facebook ad and I love it! I love the cut and the print! I love that it’s a little bit longer too!

Strappy Ruched Maxi Dress ($139)

I have a black maxi that I got eight years ago from Banana Republic that I just LOVE! When I saw this one I thought it could be my new favorite!

Halter Tie Dress ($24)

I like to find dresses in different colors and cuts than ones I already have (I tend to stick with a few colors and styles). I love the halter cut of this dress and think it would be versatile for vacation or to dress up.

Polka Dot Ruffle Sleeve Flare Dress ($29.99)

This is adorable! It looks black, but it’s really Industrial Navy. It would go so well with a number of shoes and accessories I already have.

Colorblock Maxi Dress ($27.99)

This dress was just fun and different – I love colorblock and this one looked more casual on top and dressier on the bottom.

Let me know which one is your favorite!

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