If they can paint so can I!
I have always been fascinated with paintings done by animals. How cool is this…
Elephants can paint!
Tillie, a Jack Russell can create art.
Koko the gorilla paints.
Apparently bird art goes for over $6000 in Dallas – yes, its a bird poop painting!
And cats can paint too.
I have to go now…Winnie and I have some painting to do!
Flamingo in the yard
You don’t see many flamingo’s in peoples yard anymore. I wonder why? Every now and then I see one. I really don’t mind the cute little flamingo statues…way better than unicorns!
I found this adorable flamingo bangle. Now thats one classy flamingo!
These little guys would be cute in a pot with a plant…
Having a party? Decorate with flamingo themed chip & dip bowl.
You know what I like best about flamingos don’t you? They are PINK!
Radio Thursday – running
I am busy training for my first half marathon. Its been a while since I was a runner…there are some really neat products out there! I thought I would share what I have found for all of the Peachtree Roadrace folks:
Running Skirt – When running I want my clothes to provide two major purposes…to look cute & be comfortable. The Running Skirt fits both of these needs! If tennis players can wear cute little skirts, why can’t runners? They can! They have two styles, one with bike shorts attached and one with briefs attached. They even have handy little pockets in them. They start around $40 and come in a ton of cute colors!
Lucy Active Wear – Again, really super cute and extremely comfortable active wear. Most of their stuff is made with quick-drying moisture wicking properties – translation…you don’t get as sweaty! It is super ventilated too. I love wearing their tops while running.
Spira Running Shoes – Once you wear Spira’s you will never go back to any other brand again! They actually have a metal coil inside the shoe that just springs you along. It actually disperses your energy for you. The coil is so strong that it will actually out last the shoe. The shoes look great too, no one will even know that there is a coil inside your shoe. You can buy them online or go to a Foot Solutions store and try them out. They come in either men’s or women’s and running or walking styles.
Adeo GPS – I like to know how far I am running while I am running. I make sure to take my Adeo along for every workout. The ADEO is a personal fitness training companion that connects to GPS to track & record your workouts. This lightweight unit works with any mp3 player, iPod® or alone with a pair of headphones. MotionTrak software (included) lets you chart and evaluate your workouts on your PC or Mac. No calibration needed. Just get out and go. It will talk to you while you are running along! Its very small and lightweight…fits into those tiny pockets in the running skirts! You can pick this up on their website for $149.
Amphipod Micropack – I love my Amphipod! I use it all of the time – even when I am not running. It is like a fanny pack without the straps! It has a little clamp on it that locks onto your waistband. It does not bounce or jiggle when you run. It holds my cell phone, keys, debit card, etc. This would be awesome for traveling too! You can pick from seven colors and pay only $13!
Zym – This is a portable electrolyte drink. You just drop a tablet into your water bottle and you have an instant sports drink – minus all of the sugar! It has less than 1 gram of sugar per tablet. Its great for kids and adults, and athletes and non athletes. I know if I have a Zym’s tablet with me that I can restore my electrolytes in a jiffy! You can buy it in the Atlanta area at the PGA Tour Superstores or pick it up online. They start at $7.95 for ten tablets. I have been in contact with Brian, the creator of this product for a while now. He is an athlete that recognized the need for this product, developed it, and brought it to market. Thank you Brian for keep us all hydrated!
Kenakai Bandannas – Face it…its hot outside. Running or walking makes you even hotter! I stay cool with the Kenkai bandannas soaked in water. Its amazing how much cooler you are when you have this on your head or neck. They are made from an ultra absorbent fabric, which stays wet for a loooong time! They look ultra hip & keep you very cool. I have a blue and chocolate brown one- very cute and handy!
Good luck to everyone who is racing in the Peachtree!
Get it free..
A free coaster cd. I guess its a real cd inside of a coaster. ???
After answering a whole bunch of nosy questions they will send you a free bungee cord.
A nice wood frame…from the GoInsulin site.
Help spread the word about cough medicine abuse and get a free manicure set.
A free practical gift/tool. What does that mean? This could be interesting!
Another Snack bar to try…this one is from ZoneChef.
More beef jerky! You have to print the coupon and take it to a Bass Pro Shop.
A free coupon for a Sausage McGriddle….delivered to your inbox – sweet!
Get a free towel. Might be nice for the rag bag.
Free Cross – this one is nice for kids.
Free T-shirt. You get to pick your size!
This is perfect for traveling…a Klean to go personal protection pack. It is a lifesaver in disgusting public bathrooms.
Speaking of travel…do you have plans to go to Disney this summer? This site will make you a free customized map of the park based on what you and your family like to do!
Take the quiz and get two wine charms (this is different than the wine charm offer that I posted a while ago). BTW…I got 8 out of 8 questions right!!
Maddie this one is for you (and everyone else who wears contacts) – Contact stuff from Bausch & Lomb.
Free fanny pack first aid kit.
Print out this coupon and take it to Sports Authority for a free football sack.
For my single friends
How cool is this….a ring for single people to wear (on their right hand) to celebrate being single and to be able to seek out other singles easily. Apparently this is a huge trend right now – in fact, many celebrities have been spotted wearing the Singelringen. You can register your ring on line and join an entire community of single and loving it friends! For $55 (that includes postage) you can have your own engraved ring sent from Sweden.
Have you seen the pinkie ring that Oprah wears? It is called the “Ah ring” and was originally created for confident an joyful women to show the world that they are available and happy. What to do with it after you meet that special someone? Now Ah can stand for attached and happy!
Not into the subtle style of the ring? How about a shirt that spells it out to everyone….
Out in the Garden…what garden?
Okay, its no surprise to my friends that I really don’t enjoy gardening. Don’t get me wrong I love beautiful flowers, manicured lawns, and fresh herbs – I just don’t want to make it happen. I was looking around for things to get me inspired…here is what I found:
Matchstick Garden – how hard can this be? Its a little matchbook that you plant! You can pick herbs or flowers.
Pink Gardening “outfit” – Maybe my problem is that I need to look at gardening as more of a fashion statement.
Which would look good with this…
The Stylish Green Thumb - This might just get me outside..
Indoor Garden Tote – This combines two great things into one…A purse + Indoor Gardening!
Who am I trying to fool? I think I will just plant these and be done with it!
Amazing Art
Look at these amazing painted hands…
They have more on their site – I think they are really cool!
Have a great Sunday!
My little secret
My sister lives in Belgium. When most people think of Belgium they think of chocolate! In fact, Belgians consume more chocolate per capita than any other place on earth. They know their chocolate and they have the best. When anyone in our family visits her we bring back plenty of chocolate. The brand of choice is Cote d’Or. Guess what folks….its now available in the states! You can pick them up at many retail locations – even Wal-Mart!
Coral…
Have you noticed that coral items are really hot right now? I keep seeing them everywhere. I really love the coral candlesticks that I have found.
How about other home decorating ideas incorporating coral? Coasters, plates, napkins…
Even a chair!
I love this little candle from well dressed home:
You can even wear coral and look cool
I think the most affordable way to bring coral into your home is with these melamine plates…
Try a little coral to brighten up things!
Radio Thursday…Pack your beach bag!
Summer is here! Its hot…the only way to stay cool is at the pool or beach. Make sure you bring the right stuff – here some of what I packed:
Fleurville Beach Bag – You have to have a beach bag that does 2 major things, hold all of your stuff & stands out from the crowd. This one is made with super durable environmentally safe fabric, has lots of pockets, and even has little metal “feet” on the bottom. I love the two fabric options – you will always be able to see your bag! A long lasting bag for $60.
Shade Clothing – I love this line of clothing! I especially love their swimsuits. The philosophy of the line is that women can be stylish without being to revealing. The tops are cut higher in the top and longer on the bottom. The prices are awesome…the swimsuit pieces start at $22.50 each and the camisoles are only$11.50. Everything fits great and is soooo comfortable!
Icybag – Don’t you hate it when your lip balm melts in your beach bag or hot car? IcyBag has solved this problem for you! This is a stylish way to store and protect your heat sensitive items – this unique cosmetic bag is fully insulated and comes with a custom freezer gel pack that fits into a tethered pouch inside the bag. For $14.99 your life will be melt free! No more melted make up in your car!
Wet suit swimsuit bag – I can’t stand it when I have to put a wet swimsuit back into my beach bag…it always ruins my magazine! With the wet suit bag by Anna Moi you never have to worry about that problem again. This is an adorable drawstring bag with water resistant liner. For $30 you will save a lot of money by not soaking your magazines!
San Diego Hat Co. – I love, love, love the ribbon hats that they have! Not only are they super adorable, but they will keep the sun far away from your head and neck! They are made out of grosgrain ribbon and are completely crush proof. They come in lots of different colors that start around $30. Very Cute! They were on the O-list from Oprah…now you know how cute they are!
Cake Satin Sugar Hair & Body Refreshing Powder – After a day at the beach or pool your hair can look pretty rough! A sprinkle of Cake Hair refreshing powder will bring it back to life! It makes you feel clean and pretty again. Pick some up for only $18 – your hair will thank you. While you are at their site check out the yummy lotions that they have…pure heaven!
Splash Cool - Swimming pool in a can. This water atomizer is the coolest way to stay cool! I use this spray to quench my dry, hot skin while sitting on my pool chair. Its perfect for when I want to cool down, but don’t want to get in the water. I also keep it in my purse to cool down after heavy shopping! This stuff is actually good for your skin…so you are making yourself look better & cooling off at the same time. It starts at $7 a can.
Here are my 4 favorite ways to be safe in the sun…
Sol Beads – These cute little bracelets are actually made with Ultraviolet Light detection beads that change color in the sun to alert the user of exposure to UV rays. The intensity of color increases with the amount of UV exposure they soak in. My kids love wearing them and by doing so are very aware of how much sun they are getting. To top it off, each bracelet is only $4.95!
Colorescience Sunforgettables- This has got to be the easiest way to put on sunscreen…in a powder form! You can roll it on, brush it on, or shake it on. I love the dispensing brush – its so easy. It gives you instant protection…no twenty minute wait with this stuff! Its SPF 30 and comes in many hues & shimmers. The brush dispenser is $50, you can buy refills for it.
Shady Day Protection Wipes – These ordinary looking wipes actually provide a convenient, fun, and mess free way to apply sun protection. They are pre-moistened with suncreen and can be used for any body part. They are great for the entire family to use. I like to keep them handy in my purse for quick swipes of suncreen. You can buy them online or at Saks. They run about $14 for 15 wipes.
SuperGoop Suncreen – This is the suncreen that I put on my kids. It is fragrance free, lightweight, and perfect for everyday. Developed by a dermatologist to provide the perfect suncreen for daily wear. Get your kids in the habit of wearing some each day! You can even buy a giant pump to keep at home. The starter kit that I have is $32 and comes with 2 sunscreens and 2 lip balms all in a nice zipper pouch.
Grab your beach bag…load it up…and have fun!
