A Great Weekend and More

I hope that you all had a great weekend! :)  What did you do?  My husband has been working a lot so we made today a super fun, family day!  We went to church, had an open house, hit up our downtown and ate at a Mexican restaurant, walked around, went shopping, grabbed some ice-cream, eat dinner, and played games.  Here are some pictures.

Here we are at lunch!

I got a bloody mary.

After walking all day, my feet were killing me so I lotioned them with one of my favorite creams.

Other things we have been up to...

We have been hanging out with my sister-in-law and enjoying her huge yard!

We experienced some major rain and wind!

We have been playing a lot of games.

We had several showings this week so I have been cleaning like a mad lady!

I got a few blonde highlights.

I have been stocking up on Cinch so I don't run out!

The kids have been enjoying playdates!

We have been enjoying breakfast outside!

Popcorn has been our snack go choice lately!

My little guy is almost 2 months now!

We also headed up to see my family.

The kids have a lot of fun there.

Here is a picture of Andrew with his me, his Grandma (my Mom) and 2 of his Great-Grandmothers!

Here he is with the sets of grandparents.

Here is Andrew and my parents!

The kids played in the pool.

And the sandbox.

We have really been enjoying our summer and it's still not over.  We are going to Vegas this week for our annual Shaklee Global Conference and I am soooo excited!  I can't wait to meet our team and have a blast!  I will post LOTS of pics on Facebook.

How is your summer going?

Have a great day!

Bonnie :)

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Weeding

I am not a huge fan of weeding especially in my vegetable beds. Weeds in moderation can serve a valuable service as companion plantings protecting vegetables from certain pests. Many common garden weeds are edible as well. Weeding is a necessary evil of gardening even if you take the lasie faire approach I do. Weeds like bind weed can strangle out just about any plant, they make garden beds

My Energy Secret {Cinch Energy Tea}

Hello!! :)  How are you?  Today, I want to answer a question that I get a lot.  People often ask me how I have energy.  They ask me how I have energy for 4 kids, a husband, a business, a blog, a home, meals, laundry, etc.  

I have a secret,  it's my energy tea!

I swear by it!!  

I drink one or two of these a day!

This is what it looks like.  I love the Pomegranate and I really like the Green Tea.

It comes in a stick which is nice because I keep them in my purse.  My husband also brings them to work.

All I do is mix it with water!!  I also like to add some stevia and ice to it.  You can drink it hot too but I love it cold.

Yup, I seriously LOVE this!!! :)  I don't drink coffee anymore.  I have been drinking this tea everyday for a year now!  It is seriously my favorite.  Everyone who tries this tea goes nuts over it! It is amazing.  It makes me feel good and alert without any jitters.

So, this is my secret!! 

What do you do for energy?

Bonnie

You can order your own here!

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Theme Inspiration: 10 Laundry room ideas!

Storage and organizing is an important part of keeping a home functional and tidy. While Laundry room may not rank among the most fun, yet it is an important workspace. Upgrade it to a welcoming space with custom cabinets and batter space utilization. Use colorful wall papers and possibly even near a window with a view.

Laundry room should no longer be shunted to basements, make it a part of your living space. Think of using hallway, hidden inside a closet, in the mud room or even as a part of your kitchen!

Stacked washer dryer, counter space for folding, hampers for collecting laundry and lots of overhead storage The high window lets in natural light and the colorful wall paper makes this a happy space.

Mud room for laundry? Absolutely love the details,-nook to tuck in the ironing board, large sink to wash out stains, dryer rack for the hand washed, shelves and so much storage! I can work here :-)

Wonderful use of a small corner space in a room. Frugal yet practical woven baskets to hold the necessities. A great addition is the pull out counter to fold the clothes on between the stacked dryer and washer.

A beautiful location for laundry room right by the windows! The happy pattern on the wall and the gorgeous window seat is so inviting. A counter for ironing and folding, this is a really good design.

Good utilization of small space, perfect for an apartment or condo. Nifty shelves on the wall and a nook is converted into a fully equipped laundry space. Storage atop the dryer is a good use too!

Whether its the basement or garage, using some wall shelving it can be easily converted into a work space. If you are looking for ideas for storage, this is a good solution. Cost effective too.

A beautiful way to hide washer and dryer in the mud room. The rustic cabinets add a charming touch to the laundry area. Counter is multi-functional, make sure its heat resistant if you intend to iron on it.

This is such a genius of an idea! Though it would need solution to plumbing and proper ventilation. Such a seamless utilization of space and easily within reach even when busy.

Practical tip, having a drawer organized to hold your basic sewing kit will help mend at once. Having it within easy reach might save you effort and time. Use a cutlery organizer!

Love this nifty idea! A retractable ironing board to help keep it seamless. It would be awesome in any laundry room.

Crafty minds at work! Who can resist this amazing embroidery hoop and pillowcase laundry bag/catch all. Assemble when you want and remove when done!

Theme Inspiration: 10 Laundry room ideas!

Storage and organizing is an important part of keeping a home functional and tidy. While Laundry room may not rank among the most fun, yet it is an important workspace. Upgrade it to a welcoming space with custom cabinets and batter space utilization. Use colorful wall papers and possibly even near a window with a view.

Laundry room should no longer be shunted to basements, make it a part of your living space. Think of using hallway, hidden inside a closet, in the mud room or even as a part of your kitchen!

Stacked washer dryer, counter space for folding, hampers for collecting laundry and lots of overhead storage The high window lets in natural light and the colorful wall paper makes this a happy space.

Mud room for laundry? Absolutely love the details,-nook to tuck in the ironing board, large sink to wash out stains, dryer rack for the hand washed, shelves and so much storage! I can work here :-)

Wonderful use of a small corner space in a room. Frugal yet practical woven baskets to hold the necessities. A great addition is the pull out counter to fold the clothes on between the stacked dryer and washer.

A beautiful location for laundry room right by the windows! The happy pattern on the wall and the gorgeous window seat is so inviting. A counter for ironing and folding, this is a really good design.

Good utilization of small space, perfect for an apartment or condo. Nifty shelves on the wall and a nook is converted into a fully equipped laundry space. Storage atop the dryer is a good use too!

Whether its the basement or garage, using some wall shelving it can be easily converted into a work space. If you are looking for ideas for storage, this is a good solution. Cost effective too.

A beautiful way to hide washer and dryer in the mud room. The rustic cabinets add a charming touch to the laundry area. Counter is multi-functional, make sure its heat resistant if you intend to iron on it.

This is such a genius of an idea! Though it would need solution to plumbing and proper ventilation. Such a seamless utilization of space and easily within reach even when busy.

Practical tip, having a drawer organized to hold your basic sewing kit will help mend at once. Having it within easy reach might save you effort and time. Use a cutlery organizer!

Love this nifty idea! A retractable ironing board to help keep it seamless. It would be awesome in any laundry room.

Crafty minds at work! Who can resist this amazing embroidery hoop and pillowcase laundry bag/catch all. Assemble when you want and remove when done!

WHY WASHING YOUR FACE IS SO IMPORTANT

We all know that a skin care regimen starts with a good cleanser, but, have you ever wondered why it’s so important?  Let’s explore the reasons behind why we need to make sure our skin is 

cleaned properly, no matter what skin type.

Why Is It Important To Use A Cleanser?

Even if you don’t wear makeup, it’s very important to wash your face with a cleanser.  “It’s not just makeup you want to wash off”, says Dr. Charles Zugerman, Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Northwestern University.  Facial cleansers remove makeup, pollutants, bacteria and unwanted debris off of our face.

In addition, it’s important to recognize that properly cleansing the skin prepares your skin to absorb products you may put on after, like a serum or moisturizer.  Clearing out your pores allows the moisturizer to penetrate into your skin for maximum effectiveness.  What’s the point of applying moisturizers and treatments if your skin isn’t able to absorb them fully?

How To Choose A Cleanser That’s Right For Your Skin Type

When choosing a cleanser, April W. Armstrong, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the University of California Davis recommends on WebMD to “Always use a gentle cleanser, since harsh soaps can trigger the skin to increase oil production.”  I completely agree, and even though it may be tempting to get that squeaky clean feel, it may strip your skin of the good oils — making your skin react by producing even more oil!

Additional Tips:

- A regular facial cleanser can’t properly break down and remove waterproof makeup, so be sure to use a separate makeup remover if you use waterproof makeup

- Want to add an additional ‘rinse’ cycle?  Use a toner to remove any debris or makeup that a cleanser may have left behind!  You’ll be surprised to see what a little toner and a cotton pad will remove even AFTER you’ve cleansed your face, especially if you wear makeup

- After a thorough cleansing, be sure to follow up with a moisturizer that best fits your skin type and concerns.  Even if you have oily skin, don’t skip this step!  Oily does not mean your skin is moisturized or hydrated. According to Rebecca Kazin, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins Medical Institute and Director of Johns Hopkins Cosmetic Center (WebMD), “Even oily skin needs to be moisturized to look its best.”

I often get asked what kind of skin care line I use and I am sure that you won't be surprise when I tell you that Shaklee has a line for that and I and LOVE it!  Yup, it's called Enfuselle (like to infuse the cell)!  I have been exclusively using it for 9 years.  I got my hubby started several years ago too and he is hooked too, lol!  I go back and forth between and dry and oily kits because I love them both and my skin likes to change with my pregnancies.  My favorite product is the night cream because it makes my face feel like silk and I also really like the morning cream because my make-up blends nicely with it and it has spf 15 in it.

Do you have oily or dry skin?

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