Twice a Bride by Mona Hodgson review

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I was able to read Twice a Bride by Mona Hodgson through Blogging for books and I was so happy I got to read it because I had read the Bride wore Blue recently and I could continue with the story.

Twice a Bride is book 4 in the series and a bit different in that we are reading about Willow Peterson who is the sister in law of the Sinclair Sisters. She Moves to Cripple Creek to try and start a new life after being in a deep depression over the death of her father, she is also a widow and had spent time in an asylum due to her sorrow over loosing him.

Willow Peterson is not a weepy character and you will really like her. I thought that she had great faith and that is reflected in the story really well with out being to preachy. I found this book to be a really fun read with all the characters that we loved from the previous stories. There is also a few big surprises in the story that I cant tell you about but you will really be surprised and how it unfolds. I really loved this story and hope you get a copy for yourself. Twice a Bride by Mona Hodgson is entertaining and uplifting and everything you could want in Christian Fiction . thanks for reading my review.

Personal information post by Me

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Hi Everyone you may be wondering "now why don't she write" lol sorry I could not resist saying that line from an old western . The reason I have not been doing as much blogging as I use to is because I have had to move to St Augustine Florida. The reasons for this are sad and complicated and its been really hard for me to get back in the swing of things . Firstly because My postal mail is all messed up and though I had changed my address some of my blogging stuff was sent to the old address This is hard for me because the old house is really far away. This means some of the review I was going to write are going to be delayed until I can get back there and get my packages.

Secondly I have had to wait for all the installing of internet and other things that comes with a big move and have had really low energy. Now I find I have a cold and even less ambition. But I will get back in the swing of things and am praying for more work to be sent my way so I can get motivated.

I writing this so all of you who read my blog do not think I am just being lazy and for anyone who would like me to review there products to not think Im not a regular blogger. Rest assured I will be blogging so much you will be sick of me once everything settles down. Its also been difficult finding a good place in this house to do video reviews , its very dark here and hard to get the lighting right but I think I figured it out. Its also a little lonely here but it really is best all around for all parties concerned and my dad really needs my help right now. anyway thanks for reading. I appreciate all of your prayers.Love Lor

Spice it up this winter with Replens Review and Giveaway

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Most of us especially in menopause could use a little something to help spice up our intimate relationships, with Replens this is really easy and safe. Replens makes is so dryness is no longer a painful problem and we can be sure to have many more romantic evenings. Replens is a trusted brand and is a better choice to combat vaginal dryness from any reason.

Here is a really informative video on Replens so you can see for yourself how much better you will feel using it so you can spice it up this winter with your partner.

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Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Turquoise Thursday: State Necklaces

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A piece of home

If you are like me (or a lot of my friends) we have picked up and moved one of two times, and not just across the street. At the age of 27 I have already lived in Alberta, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa.

I have seen lots of these state necklaces on Pinterest and Etsy, however I of course was drawn to these specific necklaces with their turquoise patina.


This is a two state necklace from NINOYCHKAgoods on Etsy.

NINOYCHKAgoods also does single state necklaces. I like that on this one you can have a heart placed anywhere within the state. Maybe one to signify your hometown. 
Which state(s) would you choose? 
And as a reminder don't forget to vote for Crystal Cattle in the Best of the Barns awards. I haven't been nominated for best Cattle Blog in Category 11. 

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

There are better charities to donate to than HSUS

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Real Simple we need to have a real talk. 

I have a monthly subscription to Real Simple. I also have a love/hate relationship with the magazine. On page 144 of the December issue there is a great article about things to keep in mind when making charitable contributions this holiday season.

Two of the tips stood out to me #3. Inquire about the charity's spending ratio, and #4. Look for accountability and transparency practice. Good advice.

Then on page 150 there is an article titled 10 Charities Worth Your Charity. And who do they have listed for their Animal Welfare recommendation none other than the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). Why am I against supporting HSUS?

1. HSUS receives a "D" Grade from the Charity Watchdog
The American Institute of Philantrhophy/CharityWatch has given HSUS a "D" grade for the past two years. The reasons HSUS spends as little as half its budget on programs and spends as much as 48 cents to raise every dollar. Read more about their "factory fundraising." Charity Navigator has a poor opinion of HSUS.

2. HSUS funds don't go to local shelters.
Wayne Pacelle, President of the Humane Society of the United States said it himself "We never said we  funded animal shelters." However, HSUS's sad kitty cat and puppy dog commercial sure seem to portray  that. HSUS recently deposited more than $11 million in its executive pension fund, and HSUS has $32 million invented in Wall Street hedge funds.


3. To reiterate point #2. Local shelters need you donations, and HSUS isn't going to help them.
You hear about it time and time again about local shelters that are doing good work having to close their doors. I know my donation will have a greater impact to a local shelter. I know HSUS isn't going to pass on any of my donation to a local shelter. HSUS provides less than 1 percent of its fundraising to local shelters.

Maybe Real Simple didn't follow their own advice. Where will you be sending your donations this holiday season?

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do. you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Easiest Way to Clean Your Microwave

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Suzie Homemaker

This Thanksgiving weekend has been full of food, time spent at the farm getting cattle ready for picture day, and doing a little fall cleaning around our house.

I love to cook and I am pretty good at keeping things tidy, but please don't look in our microwave. However, today was the day to get it clean! Thanks to Pinterest I combined a couple suggestions and crossed my fingers that things would work out because a word to the wise not everything on Pinterest works out!


Yes, this is our microwave. Please don't judge. 

Put a microwave safe bowl filled with water and a couple tablespoons of vinegar into the microwave. You can also do the two count pour with the vinegar to measure. The vinegar is to help capture the smells that will be released from the steam cleaning. Close the door and let your microwave run for five minutes. 

Remove the bowl (caution it will be HOT!) Then take a wet cloth and begin to wipe. I was pretty impressed that by just wiping no hard scrubbing this is how clean the microwave was. I decided I didn't feel like scrubbing today so I out the bowl back in the microwave for another five minutes. 

The extra five minutes did the trick! The tough spots wiped clean the second time. A perfectly sparkling microwave.

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

smiley Christmas cookies review

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I am so lucky to have been picked to review these really wonderful Christmas cookies from Smiley cookies .com the people at Smiley cookies let me try their holiday gift pack and I have to say these are just the best cookies. I hope you get a chance to see the video review I did for them so you can see how nice these look

The thing I really love about these cookies is first their authentic taste. They really taste like carefully prepared holiday cookies. These also come shipped to you it a really safe package to keep the cookies from damage and they always come fresh and in great shape for giving. Net to all that they also come in a colorful box that ready for gift giving all you have to do is trim the package with a bow and your ready to gift.

I wanted to be sure that you knew that you can get a 10% discount on your order as you buy these online and they are shipped right to you very quickly you can use code BLOG10 at checkout and you can find them here at these links.

Christmas cookies

gingerbread cookies

nut free Christmas cookies

You really cant go wrong in gifting these tasty cookies, I love them both and got to try the gingerbread and sugar cookies. Since I wanted to show you packaging I did a video review so here is that video.Thanks for looking at my review :)

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

I'm talking about what comes from playing for a Midwest school

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I am K-State Proud. 

Recently, a gentlemen known as the K-State Mask has entered the college football scene. And whether or not you have any desire to bleed K-State purple you've got to watch. He is moving (I literally get goosebumps), hilarious, motivating and ridiculous. Below is a quote from today's video as we get pumped up to play Miami this weekend.

I think I fell in love.


This quote goes on longer and get pretty funny after the heartfelt stuff in the K-State Mask video. You can watch it all hear. 

And this is the link to the K-State Mask's Missouri State Post Game Video. It is amazing. My Iowa loving husband even felt a little purple pride. 
Be sure to follow K-State Mask on Twitter. 
"We need to be loud, proud, and a helluva a crowd. Mark that down."- K-State Mask

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

I'm talking about what comes from playing for a Midwest school

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I am K-State Proud. 

Recently, a gentlemen known as the K-State Mask has entered the college football scene. And whether or not you have any desire to bleed K-State purple you've got to watch. He is moving (I literally get goosebumps), hilarious, motivating and ridiculous. Below is a quote from today's video as we get pumped up to play Miami this weekend.

I think I fell in love.


This quote goes on longer and get pretty funny after the heartfelt stuff in the K-State Mask video. You can watch it all hear. 

And this is the link to the K-State Mask's Missouri State Post Game Video. It is amazing. My Iowa loving husband even felt a little purple pride. 
Be sure to follow K-State Mask on Twitter. 
"We need to be loud, proud, and a helluva a crowd. Mark that down."- K-State Mask

Today I won't be voting

To contact us Click HERE
No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

A week of Instagram: Very Thankful

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It's a thankful time of year. 

It's another two weeks of Instagram photos. I've been seeing a lot of Facebook statuses of things people are thankful for this year and I think the pictures below are a good representation of things I am grateful this week and all year long.

Flying over Iowa

I've been traveling again. This time Missouri, Oklahoma, and Indiana. When I look down on all that farmland I am thankful that I have a really cool job, raising food for other families. I am all thankful for all the other people out there that also choose farming as their occupation. If you are on Twitter consider using the hashtag #foodthanks to show your thanks to farmers through the holiday season.

Fried pickles

Sometimes it is the little things you are thankful for like your favorite food. These fried pickles from the So Long Saloon in Manhattan are probably in my top five. In the middle is their cream cheese ranch. To. Die. For.  

Symphony on top and Celeste on the bottom

I am thankful for these heifers. 1. Because working on cattle means spending time with the Boy. 2. cattle are my passion, and make me happy. 3. They will provide income for us when we sell them in February, and that income means buying a farm next summer!

I am thankful for to be recognized by my peers. The Crystal Cattle blog was nominated again this year as a Top Cattle Blog in the Best of the Barns Awards. You can help me clinch the title by voting for me   in Category 11.

The Boy and I on our way to our immigration interview.

I am grateful to have an awesome husband. I posted on my Facebook page that Monday was our immigration interview for my residency, and it went awesome! I sent in a couple more documents when we got home and now we are really close. I promise I will share all the details as soon as I have that green card in my hand. The Boy has been by me every step of the way. Couldn't find a better reason than him for wanting to live in the U.S.

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and friends, and have just as much or more to be thankful for this year.

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

I'm talking about what comes from playing for a Midwest school

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I am K-State Proud. 

Recently, a gentlemen known as the K-State Mask has entered the college football scene. And whether or not you have any desire to bleed K-State purple you've got to watch. He is moving (I literally get goosebumps), hilarious, motivating and ridiculous. Below is a quote from today's video as we get pumped up to play Miami this weekend.

I think I fell in love.


This quote goes on longer and get pretty funny after the heartfelt stuff in the K-State Mask video. You can watch it all hear. 

And this is the link to the K-State Mask's Missouri State Post Game Video. It is amazing. My Iowa loving husband even felt a little purple pride. 
Be sure to follow K-State Mask on Twitter. 
"We need to be loud, proud, and a helluva a crowd. Mark that down."- K-State Mask

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Turquoise Thursday: Black Friday Shopping

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Open up those pocket books.

Who will be Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or Cyber Monday shopping? Just in case you are needing a few ideas check out these turquoise deals. 

Not only is this beautiful J.Crew turquoise coat 40% off, but use coupon code GIVEANDGET and get another 15% off and free shipping on orders over $100. 

Check out this linen turquoise dress from the Loft. It is already on sale for $59.99, but with coupon code ENJOY you can get another 40% off! Steal of a deal. 

Cowgirl Crush has all kinds of deals starting tomorrow. Check out all their deals ranging from free shipping to 15% to 25% off all just in time to score this mint cardigan.

Everything online at Express is 50% including these colored skinny jeans. I have a pair of tall riding boots on my Christmas list some of these jeans would go great with them. 
What great deals have you found? Even though a lot of these sales are pretty tempting I really try not to buy anything for myself during this time of year since we are so close to Christmas. Plus, there will be a lot of pumpkin calling my name today so the shopping will have to wait. 

Cleopatra's Choice review

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This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)

Today I won't be voting

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No sticker for me. 

Today is a big day, election day. However, I won't be casting my ballot. Why? I am not an American citizen. I am working towards it (I'm Canadian), and hopefully in the next election I will have the opportunity. I still have an opinion on who should win, and I know who I would be casting my vote for but it won't be happening this year.

Since I don't have any say in the outcome one thing I have concluded to is that no matter who ends up being President I am still responsible for my own success. Yes, there maybe additional obstacles to overcome depending on who wins, but that doesn't mean that I can't strive to achieve success in my family, career, community and on our farm. I won't use government as a crutch.

I hope you'll get out and vote today because you have that privilege and I don't.

Gift Guide: Instagram Magnets

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It's time to start shopping!

Who is excited about Christmas? This girl. I have started to pick up a couple little gifts here and there, and have been working on my own Christmas list. With Pinterest I was able to create a Crystal's Wish List board that family and friends can pull ideas off of. Does anyone else do this?

One of the gifts I gave last year were Instagram Magnets from Stickygram. Stickygram is an awesome way to turn your Instagram pictures into magnets.

A couple of the magnets on our fridge.

The process is quite simple.
1. Visit www.stickygram.com
2. It'll ask you to login into you Instagram account
3. Pick you favorite photos. You pay $14.99 for each sheet, and the shipping is free.

You get to pick out nine different photos, or you can choose multiples of the same photo.

4. Pay, and then anxiously await for your magnets.

And as an added bonus I have two coupon codes that you can use. Use FRIEND26CL to receive $2 off your order or use STICKYYAM to get a buy two get a third free deal (this one expires on Friday). Ready to do some shopping?!

Cleopatra's Choice review

To contact us Click HERE
This is my review for some things I got to try through Cleopatra's Choice . Cleopatra's Choice , is a website for all things beauty , they have many exotic items available from around the globe. I was able to try 2 of their products free for the review. The first one I want to review is the Cleopatra's Choice Argan oil for hair and skin.

This is a 100% Pure, Organic (Certified) Argan Oil. Imported from Morocco. I love this product because you can do so much with it . The bottle is 4oz which is huge and sure to last you a long time. You can use this on you hair or as a skin care helper for rough and dry areas of skin that need that extra help.

This all-natural oil comes from the Argan tree and has been praised for the health benefits it can offer to moisturize dry skin and hair.

From conditioning dry hair and reducing frizzy hair to treating skin blemishes and blotches on the face, it has lovingly been called the Tree of Life.

You can safely use this product to help prevent stretch marks and help add elasticity to the skin. Argan Oil is really popular now and is and ingredient in many a beauty product but you can get the 100% pure at Cleopatra's Choice for a very reasonable price. I have been using it after my laser treatments to protect and soften the areas Im treating.

you can find Cleopatra's choice Argan oil here at this link

100% Argan Oil 4oz

The other Product I got to try is the Adovia mineral Lift serum . This is a really nice light gel serum with so many natural benefits in it. it has a unique formula of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose Oil and Dead Sea minerals, green tea and Vitamin B5 it instantly moisturizes to improve your skin's texture. I especially love that I can wear it under my foundation and once its dry I do not have to worry about pilling or flaking that some serums will do.you can find Adovia here at this link Adovia dead sea Minerals

In general you can shop Cleopatra's Choice here at this main link. Cleopatra's Choice

For these awesome products I did a video review so you can see them.so please check out the video below.

Thanks for looking :)