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    Self-Care For The Busy Gal

    Do you ever go through times in your life when you feel like you are just trying to stay above water? That is definitely me, RIGHT NOW. With all of the study hours I am putting in, it is so easy for me to forget to take care of myself. While I might not have time to have a full-blown "spa night", I love finding beauty/self-care products that are quick and easy to use, but still make me at least feel like I am treating myself. It is all about the little things, ladies! Here are some of my favorite self-care products for the busy gal: Coobie Lace Bralette: Sometimes just having something lacy and pretty on can make a girl feel put together. It works for me at least! I love this bralette becaus

    5 Minute Loose Waves

    Who really has time to get those fresh-off-the-Victoria's-Secret-catwalk curls every morning? (If you do, please email me your secrets.) I have tried almost every way to curl my hair from sponge rollers (90's babies represent), hot rollers, round brush, curling irons, and wands. I personally love the wand. I use a 1" barrel for a more relaxed curl. I have naturally wavy, thin hair, so this method might not work for all hair types. My biggest tip is to pin the curls to let them cool and set. That step has been the biggest game changer for me. While they are pinned up, I usually finish my makeup or get dressed. Then I take the bobby pins out, spritz the ringlets with hairspray, let it dry and

    Picpoul de Pinet

    Name Picpoul de Pinet Varietal Picpoul Region Languedoc Country France Year 2015 Price $10.49 Picpoul is a grape variety that is grown throughout the Rhone Valley and Languedoc regions of France. There are red and white versions of the grape. Today it is all about the white! [Fun fact: this grape is one of the major players in Noilly Prat, a popular vermouth.] Along with being incredibly affordable, this wine offers a soft, delicate nose, which is mimicked on the palate. It has acid and structure, but not overly complicated. Tonight we are frying up some catfish that Baxter brought home from Louisiana, and I think it will pair perfectly! If you don't have copious amounts of catfish in your d

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