ABCs with Flickr

Spelling with Flickr is fun.

Get This: Yummy Minerals

Last week I stumbled across this inexpensive natural minerals makeup company and had to share. It's called Everyday Minerals. Maybe you've already heard of it, but it's new to me. You can sample three of their mineral foundations, one blush and one concealer by ordering their free sample "custom kit." I just received mine in the mail today and so far I'm impressed with the quality of the makeup and the range of colors they have. Of course I'm a sucker and I couldn't resist ordering a couple other items including eye shadow in Oasis, lip gloss in cherry fizz and the lavender/grapefruit infused cosmetic wet wipes (80 wipes for $3.75!). So far the lip gloss is a lighter color than I thought it would be, but I'm happy to report that it's like a lip gloss and lip balm in one. AND it's not icky sticky like so many lip glosses (hair sticking to lips=big pet peeve). The foundation and blush seem comparable to more expensive mineral powder foundations; however, Everyday Minerals foundations come in different formulas. So if you have oily skin you might want to order the "intensive" formula that helps control oil. The original formula is probably better for drier to normal skin, leaving a slight dewy finish. Then there's also semi-matte and matte. I like all the options. I'll keep testing these out, but so far so good. Two thumbs up!

Drive-by, Miami style

Warning: CSI Miami is addictively cheesy.

Chris and I thought we were the only ones noticing Caruso's melodramatic one-liners, but no. Someone's gone and posted a 7 minute montage commemorating Caruso and his sunglasses. Leave it to YouTube.

Cher vs Blair

Sorry I've been on hiatus - nothing like a funeral, client meetings and missed flight connections to take you away from the blogosphere. But I'm back, y'all! I'm pretty beat, so instead of being witty and original I'm going to link you up with a great post I saw today. While many try to copy the styles from Gossip Girl, I think it's important to remember the original gossip girl - Cher Horowitz. So in honor of her Clueless self, take some time to learn how to be like Cher.

Buy Smart

Sometimes I make purchases spontaneously, but often I research what I buy first. I'm big on reviews. Recently I stumbled across Greener Choices, which is Consumer Reports with an environmental slant. I've only begun to search the site but already I've seen info on chocolate (yum), flowers, cars, and computers. Cool concept! My only complaint is their site design is too cluttered and blah. They really need an Extreme Makeover - Web Edition.

Duke Goes Green

Bleed Blue, Live Green! Duke supports the environment while crushing NC State in basketball 92 to 72. Boo Ya! It's a win/win situation for Duke.