tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73965339510463005102024-03-05T18:56:27.241-05:00All things Dyna...Just a simple blog about me...makeup, parenting, you name it!!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-49759445850878757892014-11-28T11:24:00.000-05:002014-11-28T11:24:23.169-05:00Workout For People With No Time<div style="text-align: center;">
I constantly find myself saying that I want to get fit, but I don't have the time. It's true, but it's not true. We all make time for the things we want to make time for. Take a hard 30 minutes for yourself. Check out this video that I found on Facebook from Brendan Meyers. Looks doable, right? Well, most of it...</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-36387603195230057432014-10-10T13:01:00.000-04:002014-10-10T13:01:08.351-04:00Has it really been a YEAR?!? UPDATES!!!!I feel so crappy. I cannot believe that it's been over a year since I've written anything on this blog. For those of you that are still hangin' tough...I LOVE YOU. For the newbies, welcome. I am going to make it my business to get a post up at least once a week. For now, let me at least tell you what I've been up to...
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I've been working on my voice over career. If you are unsure, voice overs are simply the voices that you hear on commercials (tv, radio, podcasts, educational videos...etc). I had been dabbling for years, but finally put things into motion this year. I've had a few commercials here and there, but nothing MAJOR. I'm waiting on Coca-Cola to call me. Check out my VO website if you have the chance. <a href="http://www.dynacreeves.com/">www.dynacreeves.com</a> Take a listen to my middle baby mocking me. She's good.
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my middle baby is in 3rd grade...oh my gosh, I cannot believe it. She is heavy into gymnastics and acting. You might see her somewhere soon...keep watching.
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And my little baby is in pre-school. He's a freaking bucket of energy!!!! This ole momma can't keep up. He did some Toys R' Us fit modeling last year, but he's not feeling the acting and modeling bug. He just wants to run and jump and throw things.
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All of my kids have September birthdays, so I am soooo thankful that September is over. The big girl is 20, middle baby is 8, and my little guy is 4. <br />
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My beau and I are still going strong, It will be our 11 (technically 8 years if you include our 3 year break) anniversary in January, and honestly, I am ok with the fact that we aren't married yet. It's probably my fault. When he wanted to get married 10 years ago, I was like whhhaaaaat?!?!? LOL...and now, I've made it comfortable for him. Still, it makes me nervous how many people are together for years and get married and are suddenly divorced. We shall see. We do talk about it...perhaps we will be about it soon. Both of us are in school again, so maybe once we are done...
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I've been writing more elsewhere. A few online magazines here and there, and blogging for a new hip-hop lifestyle blog. It's fun and interesting. I'm hoping to parlay that into my original true love...RADIO!!<br />
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I was not a <a href="http://www.fox.com/glee/" target="_blank">Glee</a> fan. I think it missed my SLIGHTLY older age range by a year or two. I mean, I have seen an episode or two, but even with <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0528331/" target="_blank">Jane Lynch</a> and the addition of my love, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3056623/?ref_=sr_1" target="_blank">NeNe Leaks</a>, I couldn't be sucked in. Don't get me wrong, the episodes were very cute and entertaining, just simply not my cups of tea. The kids can sing their butts off...again, just not for me. Honestly, I am not a <a href="http://abc.go.com/shows/dancing-with-the-stars" target="_blank">DWTS</a> fan either. I may catch a recap on ABC.com, but watching the entire season has not been for me.<br />
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The only time that I've seen a big girl move like this was when Mo'nique came out on the BET awards with her big girl dancers!! Remember that? click here ----><a href="http://youtu.be/fxz09aD7e9E" target="_blank">Mo'nique dancing to Beyonce Dejavu at 2007 BET Awards</a>.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-9809445288743414462013-09-16T10:30:00.001-04:002013-09-16T10:30:37.302-04:00Back to School: Morning Time SaversSummer's nearly over, and it's that time for the kiddies to get back to school. Once again, schedules are out of whack, alarm clocks are going off or not going off to no avail. The questions raise, to pack a lunch or not to pack a lunch. Did I do the laundry, do the kids have underwear, did I save the meeting agenda that I was toiling over for 3 hours off the clock last night?
Not to worry, I have a few obvious, but forgotten strategies to help make your mornings a little less hectic. It's all about simple pre-planning. Easy? Yes. But do we often forget to do it? YES!! Here is a simple hour-before-bed to do list. Jot these down in your smart phone and even set a reminder an hour or two before bed so that you don't forget.<br />
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1. Make sure that the clothes for the next day are out, ironed, and ready to be jumped into (if not, add another hour to this list and toss a load of laundry into the wash while we work on the balance).<br />
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2. Make sure that whatever can be packaged for lunch is already done. Make the sandwiches and put them in the 'fridge next to the juice-box that's gong to accompany it. This way you can grab them in the morning and toss them (lightly) into their lunch box or bag. Pack the box or bag now with non-perishable snacks, an apple, a bag of chips, that sweet snack...nothing to sweet though, we want the afternoon to be productive. We also don't want to bombard the teacher with sugar-wired kids. Have the lunch box or bag on the counter and waiting for the juice-box and sandwich. This alone will take 3 minutes off of the morning rush and and 15 minutes of stress off of your plate.
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3. I like for my kids to take a bath or shower at night, so that in the morning, the only thing to do is brush their teeth and comb their hair after they wash their faces. My kids are small though, 3 and 7, so most of get-ready time is mommy's job. If you kids are older, have them shower at night. Girls will probably resist...so tell them got get up 15 minutes earlier for shower time. (Now you should be grabbing the laundry from #1 and tossing it into the dryer)<br />
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-DynaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-32088124721966473262013-09-03T08:04:00.000-04:002013-09-03T08:04:00.308-04:00Movavi<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/599358_10151192081859966_85638141_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/599358_10151192081859966_85638141_n.jpg" /></a></div>
How do you guys edit your video for home or personal use? I had been using just the simple Microsoft program that comes with the original settings, but as my videos began to get more involved, and I realized that I needed more, I began using <a href="http://www.movavi.com/">Movavi</a>!
<a href="http://www.movavi.com/">Movavi </a>offers so many options! You can do all of the basics, but your video, add audio,etc, but it also allows you to add multiple audio files. This way if you want to do voice overlay AND music, you can. The other program that I was using did not allow that.
You can also add special effects, audio and video transitions...the options are endless, or should I say only as far as your imagination will allow!
Be sure to follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Movavi?directed_target_id=0">Movavi </a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Movavi?directed_target_id=0">Facebook</a>. There you can network with other users, and even trade secrets!! What are you waiting for? You know that you've always wanted to do videos!! Get started today with <a href="http://www.movavi.com/">Movavi</a>!!
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DUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-45506785742571181582013-06-02T08:49:00.000-04:002013-06-02T08:49:00.662-04:00Father's Day is coming...As someone who's father was not very active (practically invisible) in her life, I found that this day really didn't mean anything to me. Now however, that I have a wonderful father for my children in my life, I look for wonderful ways to show him how much he means to us (when he's not driving me crazy). At a loss for ideas? Here are some thoughts...<div>
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If your father figure is into fitness...or just starting out, a great watch to help keep him on track would be ideal. Try a <a href="http://www.polar.com/us-en" target="_blank">Polar </a>watch!! This one is really cool...</div>
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I am a 10W which is almost non existent in cute and sexy, so I usually opt for a size 11 for comfort. Lots of retailers are waking up though. With the plus size fashion revolution comes the big girl foot revolution....YAHOO!!! More size 11s are being made, I just have to be sneaky to find them.<br />
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The Deelight by Nine West is super sexy and very comfortable believe it or not. You can go from day to night with just a change of eye makeup!! LOL<br />
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MUFE has to to be my number 1.<br />
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I love that it goes on very smoothly and has buildable coverage. The only problem with this one...I have to mix #14 & #18 to make my perfect shade. What happened to 16 MUFE?!?!? LOL. Also, it dries quickly. There is no blending this baby after the first minute or so after application. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-84188793555517239442012-08-08T11:29:00.000-04:002012-08-08T11:29:00.049-04:00Make your body think it's had GASTRIC BYPASS!!I know that a lot of my recent posts have been regarding weightloss. This is totally where my head is right now. I've been fighting and fighting with it for years. So why stop now, right? I'm going to keep going until I find somethng that works for me and something that works for you. They don't have to be the same, we just need them to work, yes? YES!! <br />
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So this bit of info, I found in a Woman's Day (issue March 5, 2012). It claims that if you fill up on 10-15 grams of miracle fiber (resistant starch) that it will force your body to burn more fat and cause you to feel fuller faster. Well, what exactly are resistant starches? Here is a list that they had. <br />
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<u>Food</u> <u>Grams of Resistant Starch</u><br />
Slightly green banana 13<br />
ripe banana 5<br />
1/2 C white beans 4<br />
1 C potatoes cooked AND <br />
cooled 3<br />
1/2 C garbanzo beans 2<br />
1 C whole wheat pasta 2<br />
1/2 C brown rice 2<br />
1/2 C peas 2<br />
1/2 C black beans 2<br />
1 slice rye bread 1<br />
1 C corn flakes 1<br />
1 C oatmeal 1<br />
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Added benefits of resistant starches:<br />
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1. They help prevent diabetes<br />
2. They soothe your belly by boosting good bacteria to reduce bloat and gas<br />
3. They help fight precancerous cells in the colon. <br />
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Now as usual, you need to modify your diet, low in sugar and starch. And of course you need some level of exercise. These tips will merely help boost your weightloss. Good luck. Let me know if it works for you.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-7349277392093164872012-07-11T15:10:00.000-04:002012-07-11T15:17:23.513-04:007 Day Crash DietAccording to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, you can lose 10lbs in one week by eating lots of high nutrient foods. Of course that's going to be mostly fruits and veggies. <br />
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Fill up on fruits veggies nuts, etc, and eat only 10% of dairy, meats, and sweets<br />
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Breakfast: Oatmeal with fresh fruit. <br />
Lunch: Focus on beans, salad w/beans, home made hummus etc, BEANS ARE YOUR BEST FRIEND!! <br />
Dinner: Lean, green skinny supper, egg plant, broccoli pizza. <br />
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2. Use secret weapons, berries, onions, mushrooms!! All have properties that blast fat from your body!!<br />
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3. Drink skinny shakes! 4oz pom juice 1 C strawberries, 1C ice, lemon juice. Helps lower insuline, glucose; filling, helps keep you UNbloated. <br />
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Switch regular pasta for quinoa pasta (find at local health food stores)<br />
Snack on roasted chick peas<br />
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Please check out Dr. F's <a href="https://www.drfuhrman.com/library/recipes.aspx" target="_blank">amazing library of healthy and yummy recipes</a>!!<br />
Also, check out Dr. OZ's <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/oz-approved-7-day-crash-diet" target="_blank">info on the 7 day crash diet</a>!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-79138362224496373512012-05-27T09:46:00.000-04:002012-05-27T10:16:15.940-04:00Bust your belly with supplements!Ok guys, so summer is right around the block and I know that a lot of you are working on that tummy region. Well, our good ole' guy, Dr. Oz had a show on the other day suggesting some vitamins and minerals that can be used to help with just that. I've taken the liberty of putting them all in one place for you.<br />
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<a href="http://www.theinternetmostwanted.com/7-keto-100-mg-30-vcaps-now-foods-antioxidant/">7-Keto</a>: Helps boost metabolism by stimulating thyroid gland and converting fat to muscle. Take 100MG in the AM and 100MG in the PM. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Forskolin-Forskohlii-Extract-Supplement-Capsules/dp/B0044Z0A34">Forskolin</a>: Helps the body melt away fat cells. Take 125mg (20% forskolin on the label)in the AM. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Source-Naturals-Relora%C2%AE-90-Tablets/dp/B00028NVOC">Relora</a>: Helps regulate the stress hormone Cortisol which contribute to extra belly fat. Take 250mg 3 times per day at each meal.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-72482383725639026152012-02-05T19:04:00.003-05:002012-02-05T19:09:03.545-05:00SUPER DRESS FIND!!<em><strong><br />For my plus size girls!!!!</strong></em><br /><br />Looking for a great find? <a href="http://ashleystewart.com/product/0/AS-022726-KD3413X/black/?adc_cid=eml10WayDress05Feb2012">Ashley Stewart </a>has their rendition of a convertible dress on sale for under $25 PLUS buy one, get one half off!!! That's two for under $40!!! 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Not suggested for balding. Good for hair thinning due to stress or lack of hormones. <br /><br />If you have dull, grey hair, Aveda makes <a href="http://www.aveda.com/product/5311/16646/Hair-Care/Shampoo/Blue-Malva-Shampoo/index.tmpl">Blue Mlva </a>which is a violet shampoo. Violet/blue is opposite yellow on the color wheel which means that it will neutralize the brassy, orangey yellow tones. <br /><br />For brittle and dry hair, try <a href="http://joico.com/products/haircare/kpak">Joico K-Pak</a> Revialuxe $22 (which I can ates too) as a hair treatment. You can find it at Ulta...loooove this product!! Use it up to 3 times a week for dry hair, and once a week for maintaining hair health. <br /><br />Enjoy guys!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-59123472603969132962011-12-28T16:54:00.012-05:002011-12-28T17:49:26.735-05:00Coupon Chief<strong>Coupons, coupons, coupons</strong>...<strong>extreme </strong>couponing, <strong>double </strong>couponing, <strong>triple </strong>couponing...what does it all mean already?!?!? If you're a girl (or guy) after my own heart, then it means extra bucks to buy more shoes or makeup!! So...on to business!!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMFPG6pxl_1O_ZCpeP5uqdeBFy01NLTZz3L1XMnp5UUT3A0l1nnBfc8BiBM4KJGNSsxwryNVzQ0WeKNDZNRdbJYQwALb8QSBBrqVLsMPbyrjXTXKk0ZkHLIrMf6dQQ3tDLVrNZOLUvWE/s1600/coupon+chief.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 132px; height: 75px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMFPG6pxl_1O_ZCpeP5uqdeBFy01NLTZz3L1XMnp5UUT3A0l1nnBfc8BiBM4KJGNSsxwryNVzQ0WeKNDZNRdbJYQwALb8QSBBrqVLsMPbyrjXTXKk0ZkHLIrMf6dQQ3tDLVrNZOLUvWE/s400/coupon+chief.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691313139223972466" /></a><br /><br />I was recently turned on to this AMAZING site called <a href="http://www.CouponChief.com">CouponChief.com</a>. At first glance it seems like your average coupon site where you can go on and look for coupons at your favorite store. Upon further inspection, I found that <a href="http://www.CouponChief.com">CouponChief.com</a> not only offers to help you save money, <strong>but it also offers to send you money as well</strong>!! Imagine!!! Interested?? Well, read on my frugalistas, read on!! <br /><br />So, with <a href="http://www.CouponChief.com">CouponChief.com</a>, you can search for your favorite stores...such as <a href="http://www.couponchief.com/target">Target</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjukZizY0wKJbWPfC-68I-paF9Kz5hqS9ZNx-K9LUzvT54eW7xtfaZkLd93z7sDVPz0YcXL5QjL_vfM4jUt1dOJK0HSgAF4wSH5P0P_IQF8np5FJIf5-JuZGJq0cunHrB_asIgsho3mg1E/s1600/target.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 94px; height: 112px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjukZizY0wKJbWPfC-68I-paF9Kz5hqS9ZNx-K9LUzvT54eW7xtfaZkLd93z7sDVPz0YcXL5QjL_vfM4jUt1dOJK0HSgAF4wSH5P0P_IQF8np5FJIf5-JuZGJq0cunHrB_asIgsho3mg1E/s320/target.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691311314888192050" /></a><br /><br />or my oldest daughter's favorite store...<a href="http://www.couponchief.com/spencersonline">Spencer's</a>. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEGfnrU78mxoqJnL0l2F2K_DVaTO63b4L67P3Y9p7YqV-REY_Vkmh-dbbE5bwb6gSlW7Uf7gGqRz1Dp5B8jvbnD_V2ibW-iSHtjf0mZCzNHF3wHriXkmw-jf1urz3jrLKfJViPEL3-3oo/s1600/spencers.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 104px; height: 54px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEGfnrU78mxoqJnL0l2F2K_DVaTO63b4L67P3Y9p7YqV-REY_Vkmh-dbbE5bwb6gSlW7Uf7gGqRz1Dp5B8jvbnD_V2ibW-iSHtjf0mZCzNHF3wHriXkmw-jf1urz3jrLKfJViPEL3-3oo/s320/spencers.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691311530411687522" /></a><br /><br />Up pop whatever coupons are currently available for either in-store or online...YAY!! Now you can purchase that sheesh-I-gotta-buy-my-coworker-something-cause-she-bought-me-something-unexpectedly-gift at a discount!! Yay!! If you prefer to shop for a specific item, you can plug in the item name in the "Search For A Coupon" field. Try looking for that PS3 that you've been waiting to go on sale all season...or perhaps L'Oreal for that black eye liner that you've been eyeing at the drug store. Either way, search to your little heart's content, you are bound to find excellent coupons. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1JEvEsTp_ZVURNHfzD0EkSE-_LAFxMZlN9A7YNumZ0t7UMQFgxqoLSLqZ8cri3btFjgigLU7Towz98jaZT8sNt8MZAjzF9c5mycTYc4xvanH6QfdNpTUVsC7YSGSehnB0pqSFYwZBEMg/s1600/cash.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 124px; height: 93px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1JEvEsTp_ZVURNHfzD0EkSE-_LAFxMZlN9A7YNumZ0t7UMQFgxqoLSLqZ8cri3btFjgigLU7Towz98jaZT8sNt8MZAjzF9c5mycTYc4xvanH6QfdNpTUVsC7YSGSehnB0pqSFYwZBEMg/s320/cash.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691311776771106018" /></a><br /><br />"How can I make money already," you ask?? Check this out. You know how sometimes you get emails or coupons in the mail from let's say Macy's or Old Navy and you toss 'em because shopping is just not in the budget this month? Well hold on pardner!! Click on the <a href="http://www.couponchief.com/coupons/submit">Submit A Coupon</a> tab from the main page at <a href="http://www.CouponChief.com">CouponChief.com </a>and input that baby. Whenever people use your coupon, you will receive 2% of the sale!!! You have to sign up to be a part of the program at the <a href="http://www.couponchief.com/pays2share">Pays-2-Share </a>tab, but how crazy is that?!?!? Ok, so you're thinking...2%...that's bird feed. Really? Well, considering CouponChief.com receives over 250k visitors monthly and let's just say for example a 1000 of those people (that's less than 1%) made just a $10 purchase with your coupon codes, that would net you approximately $200 directly into your Paypal account. It would take a pretty big bird to eat all of that feed buddy!!! And you didn't do a thing, but input a code. Pretty awesome for 2 minutes work, wouldn't you say?? <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkaDFiCG8-8mIf7zbA1KWUAThwEdY8G_UJCuCU1gVpKLxB-6-e17Qkk-jsAb069sEEcFWpzR3JDBZcgYgfiIQfxgMNiPGNPRTYGp68P8mzFPbo8F8S1XTCovLmidmVYbkIqzIXl2emrAE/s1600/I+heart.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 135px; height: 70px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkaDFiCG8-8mIf7zbA1KWUAThwEdY8G_UJCuCU1gVpKLxB-6-e17Qkk-jsAb069sEEcFWpzR3JDBZcgYgfiIQfxgMNiPGNPRTYGp68P8mzFPbo8F8S1XTCovLmidmVYbkIqzIXl2emrAE/s320/I+heart.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691312161292037538" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcM0xRVUPV10ABTZ5-23f4Z8UpHRMIYIJrsdt7pPmdo8miqpxUFJffbqVRWYtaM1oyZV_y28meqZzxyjqvRTNbI85yyPrf2OJnEZ5TpSlEFf0ifd5lW5K_yaytywxD5qJmWJ2klCM2Oc/s1600/coupon+chief.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 132px; height: 75px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcM0xRVUPV10ABTZ5-23f4Z8UpHRMIYIJrsdt7pPmdo8miqpxUFJffbqVRWYtaM1oyZV_y28meqZzxyjqvRTNbI85yyPrf2OJnEZ5TpSlEFf0ifd5lW5K_yaytywxD5qJmWJ2klCM2Oc/s320/coupon+chief.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691311007316273922" /></a><br /><br /><br />So, bottom line, I LOVE CouponChief, and so should you. Come look for me once you get settled, I'm <a href="www.couponchief.com/users/ajannasmom">Ajannasmom </a>of course!!<br /><br />XOXO<br />-DynaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-21837796742495187902011-11-11T07:58:00.003-05:002011-11-11T09:08:42.297-05:00The Master Cleanse...bum bum buuuummmm...Ok, so my daughter has decided to join the Navy. Please don't ask, and yes, I'm devastated but supportive. She needs to lose 15lbs so that she qualifies, and I need to lose like 50lbs just cause I'm chunky. She talked me into doing this alleged "master cleanse" with her for 10 days. Not sure how long I'm going to make it, but effort will be put forward. Here are the basics... <br /><br />7 1/2 oz water<br />1 1/2 tbs. grade B maple syrup<br />1 1/2 tbs. fresh lemon juice <br />a pinch of cayenne pepper<br /><br />Drink this concoction along with 8oz of water at least 8 times per day or whenever you're hungry. <br /><br />The purpose of this cleanse is to clean out your body and prepare it for accepting good and healthy foods. Some people use it to lose a few pounds for a special event or what have you, but it's supposed to be an overall cleanse. <br /><br />So, for us, it's Day one. I've weighed myself just for the purposes of keeping you updated. I will NOT be sharing my actual poundage, only what if anything is lost lol. <br /><br />So, heeeere we go!!!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-17209393036473328822011-10-30T08:21:00.004-04:002012-01-04T13:17:50.281-05:00How is YOUR spirit looking?I went to a shoot a couple of months ago for a project that was being done for a cosmetics company's special 10 year anniversary. There were beautiful women there from all walks of life. 20-something ladies in school, 30-something business women, all chatting and excited about the filming and being a part of something this revolutionary. Now, as with any large group of people, there were a few that left that "bad taste" in your mouth. <br /><br />One of the questions asked of us for the filming was to the effect of "...how do you measure beauty in yourself and others". One of the ladies remarked to me, "If your spirit is ugly, then regardless of how you look on the outside, it's a wrap." Well, in my opinion she hit the nail on the head with that one. More often than not, we as women meet one another with a raised or furrowed brow as opposed to a warm smile and nice hello. We scrutinize attire from head to toe as if we are stylists to the stars! Ever stop to think why? Well, I did. I have a theory. It's all about your own self esteem and demons. If you know that you are not true, then you will constantly and consistantly be weary of others that may be like you. If you know that your intentions are less than honorable, then you are going to again be concerned that others are too looking to get the preverbial leg up at your expense. <br /><br />Give it a rest yall. Life is short, and love is abundant in supply. So I ask you today...in 2012...<br /><br />How is YOUR spirit looking?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-22856494031524328242011-10-07T11:51:00.006-04:002011-10-10T13:09:02.551-04:00Nu-Grow Giveaway!!Hey guys!!! Thanks for checking out my YouTube channel and my blog. I know I babble a lot, so thanks for hanging in there with me. So...on to the good stuff!!<br /><br />Nu-Gro sent me a full 16oz size of their new Oil-Free Lite spray!!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQoGAK1y74TrRZvny5PYoC2niopL0dJF2_4HvYGay7kiGqRbsD4TJ4YBk00hvEd5qZ_oRJ4X5XcfXrxl_aYxuxosZmbGn8f8YtCt7U9H3SbTRhb_e5-Dq1pBL3-1RGQyIXeTOZTPN_Wo/s1600/nugro+lite.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 171px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQoGAK1y74TrRZvny5PYoC2niopL0dJF2_4HvYGay7kiGqRbsD4TJ4YBk00hvEd5qZ_oRJ4X5XcfXrxl_aYxuxosZmbGn8f8YtCt7U9H3SbTRhb_e5-Dq1pBL3-1RGQyIXeTOZTPN_Wo/s400/nugro+lite.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5660779541066461426" /></a><br /><br />So hopefully you read my last blog on Nu-Gro and their offerings. Here's the question that you need to answer on my YouTube video...<br /><br /><strong>How may types of Hair Oil does Nu-Gro currently offer based on my blog? </strong><br /><br />Post your answer to my YouTube video below...you have until next Monday, September 17, 2001 11:59pm EST, good luck!!<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/9wBFl6Pyu4s?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br />DO NOT post your answer here. Please click on the video and post it there. <br /><br />xoxo<br /><br />DUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-48273404307757135332011-10-06T09:25:00.005-04:002011-10-07T11:51:41.640-04:00Nu-Gro Hair Products<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6X7S-ibXsIAJ3EmB4KxCJoq4oaLt9cOuTg3Z5v48j1Nwk91twYhWmBvU_UHacwbJR_RVrtXpl2gq8iKqyMXZyv5KYLxEiQFh7WR_cxe0SDk9rt6WKlyRWQGvIGRcCEyH-BrkpebKJUHo/s1600/NuGro"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 224px; height: 145px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6X7S-ibXsIAJ3EmB4KxCJoq4oaLt9cOuTg3Z5v48j1Nwk91twYhWmBvU_UHacwbJR_RVrtXpl2gq8iKqyMXZyv5KYLxEiQFh7WR_cxe0SDk9rt6WKlyRWQGvIGRcCEyH-BrkpebKJUHo/s400/NuGro" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5660412202692491906" /></a><br /><br />Nu-Gro is a natural products company started in 1988 at Shreveport, LA. The creator was W.D. Andrews, but as of 2003, the company is being run by his son, Greg Andrews. Nu-Gro's primary focus has been hair growth products, however, they also offer a range of other natural products including weight-loss, eye lash growth, and arthritis and gout pain ointment. <br /><br />Nu-Gro's hair care line is extensive and offers something for everyone. I've been using the system off and on since 2009 and have notice (along with others) a HUGE difference in my hair's thickness and length. Often I'm asked what types of hair the product can be used on. According to Greg, they've tried the products on 42 nationalities with positive hair growth results on all. <br /><br />I started using Nu-Gro in February of 2009. Over the previous year, I had noticed my hair thinning which was foreign to me because growing up I'd ALWAYS had thick hair. My beautician attributed it to my age (at the time I was 34, stress, child birth, etc. I heard her, but was not willing to give up. I think I'd tried just about every shampoo and conditioner that had been raved about from here to the moon. Price was no object for me either. If it was $.99 or $50, I was ready to put the investment into the health of my hair. So around that time, I ran across a video from Ateyaaa on YouTube about this new product called Nu-Gro that was doing wonders for her hair. Well why not give it at try? Ateya's hair was gorgeous, and shiny. So I immediately placed my order and waited patiently for my shipment(thankfully it only took two days). I opened the box and ran to wash my hair!! The first thing that I noticed was that this green grainy concoction smelled like medicine. At that point though, I was willing to try anything. There were actual pieces of herbs in the shampoo, you could see them, feel them...wow. The shampoo was also very thin, but did build a nice lather after the first wash. I could not believe how silky my hair felt during this wash, especially since I was in dire need of a touch up. I followed through with the conditioner, which was thick, but not super thick like a treatment. Once I finished, my hair was like butta'!! I noticed a difference right away. I incorporated Hair Gro Oil with the shampoo and conditioner, and watched my hair grow and thicken like magic!! If you're interested in more details, here are some of my videos from YouTube with more details. <br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/m0EQFvQIaBs" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/nH7kdl28FQM?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/lwFh6UB6DbU?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br />As of 2011, Nu-Gro has revamped their products and have an amazing line of new inventory. From 2009 to now, I feel like there was a new product every time I went to purchase replacements. Here are a few of the products currently in their line. For more details, check out <a href="http://www.nugrohairproducts.com">the Nu-Gro website</a>. <br /><br />Shampoo: moisturizing, sulfate free ($9.99)<br />Conditioner: regular, moisturizing for dry hair ($9.99)<br />Hair Oil: baby, professional, super, temple balm, styling pomade, liquid (from $5.99-$15.99)<br />Moisturizing Spray ($9.99)<br />Oil Free Spray: original, light ($9.99)<br />Petroleum Free Hair Butter ($11.99)<br />Nu-Laxer Hair Relaxer Kit contains no chemicals ($18.99)<br /><br />So, if you haven't already, I hope that you will give Nu-Gro a try. They ALWAYS have a sale or promotion going on, so run to the website: <a href="http://www.nugrohairproducts.com">www.nugrohairproducts.com</a>. If you do, make sure you enter discount code <strong>dynamite</strong> at checkout to receive an additional 10% off already reasonably priced products that actually work!!<br /><br />Any questions...holla at ya girl!<br /><br />XOXO<br />DUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-62685514969595932902011-08-21T08:39:00.004-04:002012-05-27T09:58:17.655-04:00Health Helpers!!<br />
Hey guys!! In case you didn't know already, I LOOOVE Dr. Oz and The Doctors!! They offer super duper health advice. Here are some tips to help you and your loved ones live longer...all jam packed in ONE place!!! Add more if you have em, I WILL!! XOXO... <br />
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<strong>Supplements</strong>: <br />
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<em>Chromium Polynicotinate</em> (200 MCG/day): helps prevent diabetes <br />
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<em>Magnesium</em>: lowers risk of colon cancer in women <br />
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IP-6 (Inositol Hexaphosphate): May help prevent colon, liver, and lung cancer. Take 500mg twice daily<br />
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Black Raspberry: May help prevent esophageal and cervical cancer. Take 300MG twice daily<br />
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Vitamin D: May help prvent cervical, breast and colorectal cancer. 1000 IU per day<br />
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<strong>Foods</strong>: <br />
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<em>Beets</em>: rich in iron; allows blood to flow, dilates blood vessels; contain betanins starve tumors and keep cancer cells from diving. 1/4 cup per day can help prevent kidney cancer. <br />
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<em>Juiced super drink</em>: Beets, carrots, parsley, apple <br />
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<em>Papaya</em>: contains lycopene, ruten, and cryptozanthen. One per week can lower your risk of cervical cancer. <br />
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<em>Jumbo Shrimp</em>: contains omega 3 fatty acids cancer fighter that starves tumor cells. Eating 8 or 9 per day can reduce your risk of breast cancer. <br />
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<em>Unsalted Cashews</em>: contains proanthocyanidins that also starve tumor cells; prevent cancer cells from dividing. Eating 12 per day can lower your risk of colon cancer. <br />
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<em>Caffeinated coffee</em>: caffeine allegedly stimulates the 'suicide' of cancer cells; helps prevent breast,colon, uterine, neck, head, brain and prostate cancer. <br />
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<em>Filtered water</em> (that you filter from your tap): helps prevent colon and bladder cancer. <br />
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<em>Beer</em>: protects against certain bacteria that may lead to ulcers. ONLY One drink per day helps prevent cancer. <br />
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<em>Sauerkraut</em>: protects against cancer. The fermentation process of the cabbage helps increase stronger anti-carcinogenic elements. <br />
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Guys, <strong>please </strong>do your own research, I am not a doctor or health practitioner. ALWAYS check with your physician before you change your eating habits or add any supplements to your diet!! <br />
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Stay healthy!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-5731790264609588782011-08-19T12:36:00.013-04:002012-02-24T11:54:51.992-05:00Weight loss tips<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOGI0u6BC2OiSECV5ndVZ8vgAqTS2QcvQOF64kXxiDPbpdElvmcV1jABXEFXmq3A7n01YVjKxh4b093yBEnMYP-DhX9nTYKcuz680CEf3XZxz-w4Hn8nxtlH8XwmfV3DaCnmM9RvH5afI/s1600/sexy+silhouettes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 246px; height: 205px; text-align: center; display: block; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712742470336773010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOGI0u6BC2OiSECV5ndVZ8vgAqTS2QcvQOF64kXxiDPbpdElvmcV1jABXEFXmq3A7n01YVjKxh4b093yBEnMYP-DhX9nTYKcuz680CEf3XZxz-w4Hn8nxtlH8XwmfV3DaCnmM9RvH5afI/s400/sexy+silhouettes.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Hey guys!!! Need some tips?? I SURE DO!!! I've been slaaackin!!! Til I saw a picture of myself on a boat ride. I was wondering if I was still pregnant or not...Anyhoo, here are some helpers in our quest! I've gathered these from television, magazines...etc, but in the end, always do YOUR OWN RESEARCH!!<br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /><strong>1. Cayenne Pepper</strong> - metabolism booster - sprinkle on at least two meals a day, or take the suppliment tablets, two per day will do.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVmx8dG5ASshSoxyCjWQJdIdchiQrfAYxB5zG8d7NjNhv2kmjpofMhbPixTPKxtLfBZMP2_rpNtfzV-f6HmXAiSZ29ra3v9B7uMxvw2w4FFp3gJMWrzMgVtsEhmdooxedJzAaIFNe_T60/s1600/GREEN+TEA.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; height: 200px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712743611361606450" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVmx8dG5ASshSoxyCjWQJdIdchiQrfAYxB5zG8d7NjNhv2kmjpofMhbPixTPKxtLfBZMP2_rpNtfzV-f6HmXAiSZ29ra3v9B7uMxvw2w4FFp3gJMWrzMgVtsEhmdooxedJzAaIFNe_T60/s200/GREEN+TEA.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>2. Green tea</strong> - metabolism booster<br /><br /><strong>3. Vitamin B complex</strong> - metabolism & energy booster<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5_4cQ7rRszUDLO0_H0TJIaAf7YvgQKQuUmQkQ7Lb18WTChyphenhyphen723AjxpZIIoFzzjWXGNtSSm92JAh_tTxx9gMJwjL6mk6ai6YUfTsIwO7O2OZjQ2FEREI6ankOzDXCZzYxnxk9wQRyecII/s1600/CINNAMON.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; height: 184px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712743842602187106" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5_4cQ7rRszUDLO0_H0TJIaAf7YvgQKQuUmQkQ7Lb18WTChyphenhyphen723AjxpZIIoFzzjWXGNtSSm92JAh_tTxx9gMJwjL6mk6ai6YUfTsIwO7O2OZjQ2FEREI6ankOzDXCZzYxnxk9wQRyecII/s200/CINNAMON.jpg" /></a></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>4. Cinnamon</strong> - 1 tsp per day - metabolism booster (makes your liver more sensetive to insulin, so your body is less resistant; lowering your blood sugar)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJWHhG0WloanaOmPlp0yacI0ytrpdROp_nyIJFdsL6LqSBCGsuQFFOTir3VxnQt2vfFizStDeg3yorBhP8YXM-5teCfB9Zzx0pp4yB3hCLc4X4nIxMAUucay2KUhrPerKGGngu626myYg/s1600/SAFFLOWER.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; height: 200px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712744029196517682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJWHhG0WloanaOmPlp0yacI0ytrpdROp_nyIJFdsL6LqSBCGsuQFFOTir3VxnQt2vfFizStDeg3yorBhP8YXM-5teCfB9Zzx0pp4yB3hCLc4X4nIxMAUucay2KUhrPerKGGngu626myYg/s200/SAFFLOWER.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>5. Safflower Oil</strong> - possible belly fat buster - use it in cooking or on salads, you can also opt for sunflower seeds 3 teaspoons per day.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr80TqDu1SCqz-4pRDVP1lCJSk5glHEbWRz4JpCzlVmkQJP3HDUP6Zpl6lLRAPli8c69hABTMX2j-pXE9xPK-awWoQk0umZa3eApih8edpq8s3Y24GBA6Nv29j2FysaQPyJNfIApo2d0U/s1600/RASPBERRY+KEYNOTES.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px; height: 198px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712744449644818962" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr80TqDu1SCqz-4pRDVP1lCJSk5glHEbWRz4JpCzlVmkQJP3HDUP6Zpl6lLRAPli8c69hABTMX2j-pXE9xPK-awWoQk0umZa3eApih8edpq8s3Y24GBA6Nv29j2FysaQPyJNfIApo2d0U/s200/RASPBERRY+KEYNOTES.jpg" /></a></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>6. Raspberry Keynotes</strong> - supplement that will help trick your body into thinking it's skinny, therefore burning more calories!</div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>7. Keto-7</strong> - drops that help boost your metabolism. Take 100 mg in the morning and 100 mg at night. </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>8. Forskolin</strong>- Helps break down stored fat (who doesn't want THAT?!?). Take 125 mg in the morning. Be sure to get the right dosing by looking at the label. It must read that it is standardized to 20% forskolin. </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnerp0W0PEYaY9NpLobbCnsCOX_QVydy5uriI6IytZ7OLBMGrWvfxTrCkBcL0XlKBWVntD_IDz1EzKFtUOed_RAtphcw-Ps6iFP_0uCSO7gj64QbbpR4gbVJ0JhO-NN0I1J5CcgMf5Xo/s1600/RELORA.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 105px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnerp0W0PEYaY9NpLobbCnsCOX_QVydy5uriI6IytZ7OLBMGrWvfxTrCkBcL0XlKBWVntD_IDz1EzKFtUOed_RAtphcw-Ps6iFP_0uCSO7gj64QbbpR4gbVJ0JhO-NN0I1J5CcgMf5Xo/s200/RELORA.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712745599294453810" /></a><br /><br /><strong>9. Relora</strong> - Helps you lose stubborn belly fat!! OOOOOWWWW!! Take 250mg of Relora three times a day – or one dose with every meal. </div><div> </div><div><br /><br /><strong>10. Alpha Lipolic Acid</strong> - Help reduce the inflimation of fat cells so that they will release one another... Take 200mg with each meal.<br /><br /><br />.......................................................................<br /><br />Now, don't think you can drink green tea and eat sunflower seeds and the fat will melt away. The absolute bottom line is that...<br /><br /><strong>1: the input has to be less than the output.</strong> Meaning, if you eat 2000 calories per day, you want to try to burn at least 2500 if you're trying to lose weight. Don't be afraid, you burn calories by breathing...lol, like 10, but seriously, you've got to MOVE...<strong>Excercise</strong> helps everything. Plus, it helps keep your body tight...no use in losing weight and looking like a prune...<br /><br />and...<br /><br />2: you MUST modify your diet IF you are trying to lose weight. Once you reach your goal, you can have a cheat day...not a go crazy day, but one day per week that you can have that cheesecake slice, that fried chicken dinner, or that ice cream sunday. You HAVE to enjoy life if you are going to be successful in reaching your goals.<br /><br />I'm with you, we can do it...<br /><br />Please feel free to post any tips that you might have for weightloss and getting on course. </div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7396533951046300510.post-41902036860611574092011-06-26T15:35:00.007-04:002011-07-03T14:23:06.448-04:00Shed those extra pounds!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh88yg-wQQnYAu1bOX-H6jHowdvCgSoETzS581umrGxDJRdlf5JUM7uojCUf8NT90DKhMxpyTw440mjjwWvJ7yCdnE21ytkLJThF_KSixhIbFkktX6wsFm-X44hZIgmCbtZk_7itpyUsCQ/s1600/lose+weight.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 126px; height: 89px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh88yg-wQQnYAu1bOX-H6jHowdvCgSoETzS581umrGxDJRdlf5JUM7uojCUf8NT90DKhMxpyTw440mjjwWvJ7yCdnE21ytkLJThF_KSixhIbFkktX6wsFm-X44hZIgmCbtZk_7itpyUsCQ/s400/lose+weight.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622630776412675810" /></a><br /><br />Hey guys...<br /><br />If you're like me you've got an extra 5...10...15...OKAY!!!! 40 pounds to shed. If you're even more like me, you hate dieting, and you hate working out even more. If you're my twin, then you're over 35 and you need to face reality!!! LOL...we have GOT to work out. There is no way that you are going to be able to:<br /><br />a. lose weight, or <br />b. get toned<br /><br />without working out. So, I've purchased several videos that I plan to use at home and give you some updates on. I have Tony Horton's 10 minute trainer which is kick-a** on a dvd. It is killer!!! But that lets you know it will work; I've got Core Rhythms which is cool, and starts off slow, but you totally feel it the next day...again, it works; and lastly, I've been taking advantage of my Comcast/Xfinity on Demand feature which also offers a work out channel on my terms. So look for that in the future. <br /><br />So, right now, let's talk about eating healthy...NOT dieting. When you think of dieting, you automatically thing uuuuuhhh....nothing that I can enjoy, lettuce three times a day, and water. It doesn't have to be that ,way. There are lots of alternatives. <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/home">Hungry Girl</a>, Lisa Lillien,(looove heeerr!!) offers great alternatives to those high fat, yummy goodies that we love like burgers and fries, and sundaes!!! Her philosophy is keeping all meals under 300 calories. She's got a show on the Cooking channel now too!!! Also, the 17 day diet is awesome for me at least. I've been doing it off and on for several weeks. Not as diligently as I should have, but enough that I've lost 25lbs. <br /><br />The bottom line to getting those pounds off is focus, determination, keeping yourself full, and not doing a lot of mindless eating. Everything should be conscious. Eventually, it will become second nature. Again though, if you're like me, you have to STAY focused at least until you reach your goal weight. Once I eat something naughty, I have a hard time refocusing. <br /><br />So, for you my loves, I offer a couple of Lisa's Hungry Girl alternative recipes, and a list of 17 day diet "authorized" foods. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBiyy6RNDS_LyR8mm-4nCxTisghI0ZztqmRxrWVsR-8MGIzw_te4XXEre-DA6TmH5nSa06yaqJz9bPDIMzDSy9GBK0r0xGmNjLWtGjJZ-aBpABTEGb-UzQjLu0QGSenkgyzF5TdBmtzXE/s1600/hungryGirlShow.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 287px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBiyy6RNDS_LyR8mm-4nCxTisghI0ZztqmRxrWVsR-8MGIzw_te4XXEre-DA6TmH5nSa06yaqJz9bPDIMzDSy9GBK0r0xGmNjLWtGjJZ-aBpABTEGb-UzQjLu0QGSenkgyzF5TdBmtzXE/s400/hungryGirlShow.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622629931601489074" /></a><br /><br />Hungry Girl recipes (from the June 17th Woman's World Mag):<br /><br /><strong>Buffalo Chicken Wing Macaroni & Cheese</strong><br /><br />4.5 oz uncooked elbow macaroni with at least 2g of fiber per 2 oz serving<br />2 stalks celery, chopped<br />2 medium carrots, chopped<br />1 small onion, chopped, 8oz cooked skinless chicken breast, shredded<br />1 tsp chopped garlic<br />1/4 C Frank's RedHot sauce<br />1/2 C fat free sour cream<br />2 wedges The Laughing Cow light creamy swiss cheese<br />2 tsp yellow mustard<br />1.5 Tbs reduced fat Parmesan style grated topping<br />1 Tbs chopped fresh parsley<br /><br /><br />-Preheat oven to 350F. Cook pasta to al dente, drain; reserve<br />-Mist nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Over medium-high heat add celery, carrots and onion; stir occasionally until veggies soften, 5 minutes. Add chicken, garlic and 3 Tbs. hot sauce. Mix well. <br />-In microwave-safe bowl, mix sour cream, cheese wedges, mustard and 1 Tbs hot sauce. Microwave 30 seconds.<br />-Mist 8"x8" baking pan with nonstick spray' add half of pasta. Top with layers of chicken mixture, remaining pasta and sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with grated topping and parsley. Bake until bubbly, 30 minutes<br /><br />SERVES 4<br />______________________________________<br /><br /><strong>Strawberry Cheesecake Minis</strong><br /><br />CHEESE-CAKES<br />8 low fat honey graham crackers (2 sheets)<br />1 3/4 tsp unflavored gelatin<br />16 oz fat free cream cheese softened<br />1/4 cup fat free egg substitute<br />1/4 cup lite vanilla soy milk<br />1/2 cup Splenda<br />2 tsp Coffee-mate fat free french vanilla powder creamer, dissolved in 1 Tbs warm water<br />1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract<br />TOPPING<br />1/2 C sugar free strawberry preserves<br />1/4 tsp unflavored gelatin<br /><br />-Preheat oven to 350F<br />-Crush graham crackers into crumbs. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with baking cups; distribute crumbs. Shake pan so crumbs settle. Bake 5 minutes, then remove. <br />-Dissolve gelatin in 1/4 cup boiling water. Stir vigorously until smooth, Reserve. <br />-Place cream cheese in mixing bowl. In separate bowl, combine all other ingredients, including gelatin. With mixer on low, blend into cream cheese. With mixer on medium-high, beat until free of lumps. Spoon into baking cups; bake 15 minutes (until tops begin to crack). <br />-Combine topping ingredients; stir well. Once cheesecakes are done, remove from oven. Distribute topping among cheesecakes. Return pan to oven, 5 minutes. <br />-Allow pan to cool, 20 minutes; refrigerate until chilled (at least 3 hours). Keep refrigerated until ready to serve<br />Servings: 4<br />______________________________________<br /><br /><a href="http://www.the17daydiet.com/">17 Day Diet</a>:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeAQ6V7NT1O29CaxE_ubc1oNbHbUPMyFrLBS6eJFKGXHgc-0LGsnrNsTdlgpB0uELItMluJ8O5-_7KpRKlek-G2fI1Fi_Y9qYQfizSB42zH05EqKMda0cTiPRP1OM11wBPPhjPAVw6qQ/s1600/17DayDiet.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 110px; height: 160px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJeAQ6V7NT1O29CaxE_ubc1oNbHbUPMyFrLBS6eJFKGXHgc-0LGsnrNsTdlgpB0uELItMluJ8O5-_7KpRKlek-G2fI1Fi_Y9qYQfizSB42zH05EqKMda0cTiPRP1OM11wBPPhjPAVw6qQ/s400/17DayDiet.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622630194890759826" /></a><br /><br />The overall concept is for the first 17 days to eat veggies, some fresh fruits, lean meats, drink lots of water and green tea. Stay away from sugars, starches, etc. Hard, yes, but it's only for 17 days. The next 17 days, you will incorporate some starches slowly back into your diet, and alternate those days with the original 17 days. There is a third set of 17 days, but your girl hasn't made it that far...LOL...check out the info on <a href="http://www.thedoctorstv.com/main/show_synopsis/655?section=synopsis">The Doctor's </a>page (loooove them!!!). <br /><br />Start with the first 17 days...the Accelerate step. <br /><br />Eat unlimited amounts of green <strong>veggies </strong>(spinach, lettuce, broccoli, etc) along with other veggies...onions, mushrooms, etc. No starches like potatoes!!<br />Two servings of <strong>fruits </strong>(low sugar fruits like red grapes, grapefruit, berries, and apples) can be eaten daily prior to 2pm as the body does not metabolize the sugars well after that time (since we are normally mostly at rest then). <br />Two servings of <strong>probiotics </strong>should be eaten daily. My choice is fat free or low fat probiotic yogurt, preferably Greek (<a href="http://chobani.com/">Chobani </a>is the BOMB!!!)<br />Again, unlimited amounts of lean meats including egg whites, ground turkey, fish and chicken breast. <br /><br />Happy healthfulness!!!<br />XOXOX - DynaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0