Spicy Pecans
Spicy Pecans
Quick & Easy. Perfect for a cocktail party or when you have company over…
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon red pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb. shelled pecan halves
Directions:
Preheat oven 350°F. Melt butter in a heavy skillet over low heat. Stir in seasonings, then pecans to coat. Transfer precans to baking sheet with a slotted soon. Bake about 20 minues or until toasted. Drain well on apper towels and cool. Store in air tight container. *Makes 4 cups.
Electronic Parenting
The BIG question all parents have is whether electronic devices are good for children to play on. I believe the answer is “Yes” and “No.” They are great for entertaining children, especially when we are out shopping or eating out. I know they have made my life a lot easier, when I am out with my children. However, there is a catch to having “peace in the valley.” A little play on the smart phone or IPad leads to lots and lots of play on the electronic devices. They are an addictive source of play. It becomes the choice of play for your child at home and outside of the home very quickly. I saw a child in my neighborhood the other day playing outside, standing in the sun, playing on his hand held Nintendo!
So what I have learned is that when you find something easy, like parenting with electronics, it catches up with you. A little electronic play is ok and maybe actually good for children. What I call “electronic parenting” 24/7 is not ideal and will lead to ramifications. Balance is the key. Children need to play with traditional toys, watch a little TV, and go outside and play. A little electronic play is good, but watch that it does not take over your parenting skills and then take over your child.
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Entertainment: Music Tuesday
Entertainment: Music Tuesday
Each week, Original Piece staffers will vote on their Top 5 songs for the week…
Below are this weeks top 5 picks:
1) Will U Still Love Me Tomorrow by Leslie Grace
2) Mirrors by Justin Timberlake
3) Just Give a Reason by Pink
4) Close Your Eyes by Michael Buble
5) She’s So Mean by Matchbox 20
All songs are downloadable at iTunes.
Notes: ITunes, the artist, and labels do not endorse this post. This purely
based on Original Piece’s staff opinions.
Nail Trends: Dior Gel Coat
Nail Trends: Dior Gel Coat
Summer is almost here and that means spending the day at the beach or pool. All that water can be really damaging to your nails
and make your polish peel. The new Dior Gel Coat has been released just in time to save our manicures!
I heard rave reviews about it and had to try it myself. It’s $24.00 at your local department store Dior counter and worth every penny.
If you love the thick shiny gel look of a real gel manicure you will love it too! The best part about the Dior Gel Coat is that you
don’t need a UV light to set the top coat. It dries quickly even with how thick and glossy it is.
It stays shiny and has lasted me about 5 days each time I’ve used it so far. Give it a try and let me know if you love it as much as I do!
Beauty Trends: Limited Edition Lancôme
Beauty Trends: Limited Edition Lancôme
Start counting down to June 15 ladies! That’s when the latest limited edition collection from Lancôme will be released.
Lanvin’s chief designer Alber Elbaz designed the exclusive nine piece collection around the curvy mascara tubes Lancôme is known
for. The collection includes Lancôme’s four top-selling mascaras with a sketched star and heart print on the tubes. Also in the
collection are four new eyeshadow palettes and a set of false eye lashes. The collection’s prices start at $29 for the mascara, $35
for the lashes, and $51 for the palettes. Quantities will be limited so that makes this collection even more desirable!
My Favorite Outfit This Week!
My pic of the week is great! The cross pattern is trending right now on clothing like the one I am wearing in this picture. My cross pattern blouse and denim jagging’s are of course from Original Piece. I accessorized this outfit with some of my favorite pieces that I thought matched perfectly! Cole Haan bright blue loafers and my wallet wristlet from Louis Vuitton.
Hair Trends: The Lauren Conrad Side Braid
Hair Trends: The Lauren Conrad Side Braid
I must admit that Lauren Conrad’s hair tutorials and those that are inspired by her hair trends actually work!
I love the side braid trends celebrities have been rockin’ but I never could figure out how to do it…until now!
I love this video because you can actually see how she is braiding. She makes it look simple because if you take your time doing it is!!
Let me know what you think! Have you tried the side braid?
Nail Trends: Caviar for Summer
3Nail Trends: Caviar for Summer
Well, you know by now I love the caviar look. But as I was scrolling through today I happened to stumble upon these nails pictured below!
I absolutely love the idea of an accented caviar nail for summer with a bright turquoise color!
Putting a gel overcoat helps makes the caviar look stay!
I absolutely love this look for rock for summer.
Would you rock this look for summer?
At Home Spa Treatment
There is one beauty item I LOVE! The Nu Brilliance Microdermabrasion at Home Skin Care System. I got mine for Christmas in 2011. Which means I have been using it for awhile and can tell you it is great! I have gotten microdermo abrasions at the spas for a long time. This at home device works for the in-between spa treatments. It makes your skin feel and look younger. It runs for around $225.00, which is reasonable considering what they charge at the spas for a professional treatment. I got mine at Hammacher Schlemmer. You can get the Nu Brillance Microdermabrasion kit online as well. I would recommend this beauty product, it is worth the investment.
