The scales are a fickle mistress let's be honest. They don't always give the answers we want and the numbers can be deceiving. You can work your butt off only to have the numbers go up and up. You can't rely on your scales alone, you need to weigh in conjunction with taking measurements and rely on the fit of your clothes. Let's talk scales for a minute. I admit that I'm a … [Read more...]
Month of Love Giveaway: Pilot Frixion 3-in-1 Wood Pen
Valentine's Day is upon us and I'm not sure about you but I love receiving heartfelt and handwritten words from my loved one. The rise of electronic technology saw a fall in the popularity of the handwritten word but it seems the trend is reversing with an increase in fountain pen and ink sales. Recently a survey revealed that writing a love letter by hand is one of the … [Read more...]
Tips for Creating an Outdoor Escape in your Backyard
Summer has finally arrived here in the southern hemisphere and with it comes lots of time entertaining. Australians love to spend afternoons and evenings outside with friends and loved ones, soaking up sunshine and fresh air. To make the most of these summer occasions, you need to have a relaxing outdoor space designed for entertaining. It’s not just about throwing an … [Read more...]
User Review: Vanilla Mozi
Mosquito season seems to have begun early so I'm sure we are all looking out for that repellent that works, and doesn't smell terrible. The range of repellents is quite extensive but then you need to take into consideration the fragrances, the chemicals, the range, the safety and the efficiency. Many of the repellents you buy in the supermarket contain harsh chemicals or … [Read more...]
Recipe: Spaghetti Bolognaise
As the weather cools down we can find it hard to keep our mood and our motivation up, regular fitness and healthy eating sometimes go in the too hard (or too cold) basket. Though I can completely understand this, because it's an issue I struggle with, it's isn't very good for overall health. Inactivity and a diet lacking in important nutrients compromise our immunity and make … [Read more...]
Best Flowers for your Star Sign
Star signs are something many of us pay little attention to, or we learn a little but don’t put too much stock in. There is also the part of me that wonders where to draw the line. There are birthstones, colours and animals which reflect your time of birth, but have you ever thought about which flower complements your star sign? The interesting thing to note in relation to … [Read more...]
Five ways to make the most out of your tax return
Tax time fast approaches and I'm not sure about you but I'm already starting a list in my head of all the things I want to do when my tax comes back. There are things that I think about and covet for months in the lead up to tax time, but is that really the best way to make the most of my tax return. Adam Wadi of Get Qualified Australia would probably not agree that it's the … [Read more...]
Interview: Laura Moore (Uppy)
Laura Moore is the motivated Founder and CEO of Uppy, a performance and health coaching program that helps driven women to make changes in their life to achieve what they really want in all aspects of their lives. We got some insightful information from Laura in this interview about ways to combat weight loss plateaus, and what could really be causing them. It's a slightly … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Gift Idea: Glasshouse Fragrances High Tea Candle
I admit it, I have a candle obsession - there is nothing more welcoming and cozy than a beautifully scented candle burning in your space. When the High Tea candle from Glasshouse Fragrances landed on my desk I literally squealed with excitement. A beautiful gold box with a teacup design opened up to a triple scented candle in a pink glass jar. It's ALMOST too pretty to … [Read more...]
Why the Cosmetic Surgery Industry is in the Spotlight for all the Wrong Reasons
Cosmetic surgery is a booming business and the statistics are really quite scary. In Australia we spend more per capita on cosmetic procedures than any other nation on earth and I find that really frightening. The most frightening thing about the billion dollar cosmetic industry in Australia is that it is largely run by entrepreneurs that have discovered ways to cut costs, … [Read more...]
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