I was gifted an awesome journal for Christmas last year; Picadilly’s 200 Writing Prompts. I am still working my way through it! I wanted to share my most recent entry with you…
What about you?
Author: Lila
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Setting Up A Home Gym
The way our living room is set up in the basement we have a bit of dead space in the corner, with a walkout; we can’t turn this space into “room” because of access to the sliding door. We opted instead to build a half wall and make the space into a home gym.
Paint: Paradiso (Benjamin Moore)
*I needed a hue that is good for yoga but also energizing!
Mirror: Toftbyn (Ikea)
*Sadly; it’s not one of those interactive fitness mirrors; just a plain jane mirror to check my form
Mat: Reversible 5mm Mat
Stationary Bike: Nautilus R616 Recumbent Bike
Weight Bench: CAP Barbell Standard Weight Bench
Weights: SelectTech Adjustable Dumbbells
Treadmill: ProForm Sport 7.0C Folding Treadmill
*Not everyone is a fan of folding treadmills, but I like the option of being able to move it; so I can make space to do a workout from the NTC app or do some yoga
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Birthday Wishlist
My birthday is fast approaching; my family and friends have been asking, “What do you want for your birthday?” Although they all know WHERE to go… INDIGO (my all time favourite store!)
Beauty & Wellness
LED Light Therapy Mask
Clean Vibrations Facial Brush
Books
101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest
The Lost Words by Macfarlane & Morris
Home
Large Citronella Candle 20oz Coconut Lemongrass
Self Watering 8oz Terracotta Planter
Fashion
Organic Poplin BF Shirt (Rose Stripe)
Sophie Ring
Paper
Liberty Colouring Book
Nota Markers
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Best Acne Treatments
According to the Canadian Dermatology Association… “Acne affects 5.6 million Canadians, nearly 20 percent of the population. And, women make up 75 percent of adult cases.” Personally, my acne is mild however, it has become more and more problematic as I age. I have spent many years trying out acne treatments. So far these are by far the best treatments out there; in my opinion. Obviously, I am NOT a dermatologist, merely one of 5.6 million.
1. The Eradikate Line by Kate Somerville
Of that line, I have used with great success the following products…
-Daily Foaming Cleanser
-Anti Bac Lotion
-Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment
-Oil Free Moisturizer
-D-Scar Diminishing Serum
-Acne Treatment with 10% Sulfur
2. The Acne-Prone Skin Line by Consonant Skin + Care
Of that line, I have used with great success the following products…
-Natural Foaming Face Wash
-Maximum Glycolic Meta Serum
-Balancing Face Cream
-DHE Mask
3. The Clean, Calm and Clear Acne Treatment Line by Philosophy
Of that line, I have used with great success the following products…
-Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Cleanser
-Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Moisturizer
-Clear Days Ahead Overnight Repair Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Pads
-Clear Days Ahead Salicylic Acid Spot Treatment
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Crafts I Wanna Try
One of things on my list of ‘intentional summer plans” was to spend more time BEING ARTISTIC. I set aside one day a week (Sunday’s) to do this. The first step in making this a reality was to make a list of projects I want to tackle. I also thought it would be a cool thing to do with my friends once a week as well since another goal for the summer was to spend more time with my friends.
- Succulent Planters (Gilded Stones or Sand or Clay Petals)
- Tye-Die
- Macramé
- Candle Making
- Painted Wine Bottle Vases
- Fluid Art
- Mason Jar Wind Chime
- Glitter Dipped Wine Glasses
- Decoupage Glass Magnets
- Coffee Filter Peonies
- No Sew Rope Basket
- Starburst Wreath
If you have any cool crafts for the summer, comment below!
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Convenience Foods
Most of the time I eat my lunch on the go; walking the halls on supervision, gulping it down during my prep or at “five minute break,” or I eat my lunch as a super early dinner at 4 when I get home because I didn’t have time to eat it during the day. I know none of these scenarios is ideal.
To be honest there is a lot of garbage convenience food out there. But as a “convenience food connoisseur” I know which ones taste the best!
- Healthy Choice Gourmet Steamers
-Chicken Teriyaki
-Grilled Chicken Red Pepper Alfredo
-Sweet Sesame Chicken
-Pineapple Chicken
-Grilled Chicken Pesto - Great Value Nutri-Bowls
-Ginger Beef
-Butter Chicken
-Falafel - Stouffer’s
-Cheesy Meatball Marinara
-Cheddar Cheeseburger
-Buffalo Ranch Fried Chicken
-Bistro Crustini Philly Cheesesteak
I was gifted an awesome journal for Christmas last year; Picadilly’s 200 Writing Prompts. I am still working my way through it! I wanted to share my most recent entry with you…
What about you?
This was one room of our house, that was very dated. But with a few simple touches, we totally transformed the space.
Paint: Gray Cloud (Benjamin Moore)
Faucet & Racks: Hensley Single-Handle Single Hole Bath Faucet with 3-Piece Hardware Set, & Towel Bar in brushed nickel (Home Depot)
Shower Head: Moen Attract with Magnetix 6 Spray Dual Shower Head & Adjustable Handheld in brushed nickel (Home Depot)
Hardware: GlideRite 5 in. Center-to-Center Solid Square Slim Satin Nickel Cabinet Bar Pull (Home Depot)
Backsplash Tile: Night Sky Subway Textured Glass Mesh-Mounted Mosaic Tile (Home Depot)
Mirror/Lighting: Storjorm Mirror Cabinets w/ 2 Doors/Lights in White (Ikea)
Towels: Quick Draw 6 Piece 100% Cotton Set in white (Wayfair)
Bathmat: Alstern in light grey-green (Ikea)
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Aromatherapy
Not everyone has a tub or time for a rejuvenating soak; which is what makes shower bombs or shower steamers or shower melts super appealing. They are perfect for a pick-me-up in the morning before work or a long relaxing shower after a stressful and weary week. The essential oils released transform your mood! They are part of my morning and evening routines!
By far the best ones are…
- Munday-Friday Shower Melts
These come in a pack of five blends…
a) Be Calm (lavender, citrus and floral ylang-ylang)
b) Get Grounded (sandalwood and patchouli)
c) Energize (peppermint, lemongrass, blood orange)
d) Deep Breath (eucalyptus, peppermint, tea tree, lavender)
e) Wake Up (coffee and sandalwood) - Musee Shower Steamers
Available in: Eucalyptus & Mint or Champagne & Rose or Lavender & Lime or Sea Salt & Grapefruit - Inbria Shower Bombs
This variety pack features single scents rather than blends; including: Sweet Orange, Bergamot, Lavender, Green Apple, Cool Mint, Vanilla, Grapefruit, Rose, Tea Tree Oil, Lemon and Chamomile. - Lush doesn’t have the variety of shower bond scents, however, their “fluffy lavender lathers,” “lemon alarm clock,” and “a berry good time” are great products.
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Enzyme Scrubs –What’s the Hype?
I remember the first time that I had a facial and consultation with a “beauty expert” when I was a teenager. My use of quotes is merely because that was the title used by the spa; it is not meant to be patronizing. Anyways, he wrote up a “beauty regimen” for me and one of the “musts” or steps in the beauty regimen included the use of an exfoliator –I kid you not it was like using liquidifed sandpaper. For years I used it. But now of course we are being told to STOP! Because there is a new product on the scene: the ENZYME SCRUB. These are much gentler on the skin. These scrubs, made predominantly from plant or fruit enzymes, which then “unglue” rather than “scrape” the dead skin. Since March I have been testing out a few.
Here’s some of my favourites…
2. Wishful Yo Glo AHA & BHA Facial Enzyme Scrub
3. Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Enzyme Foam Cleanser
4. Josie Maran Pineapple Enzyme Pore Clearing Cleanser
5. Tatcha The Rice Polish Foaming Enzyme Powder
