tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44257834973552484162024-03-18T06:37:18.820-04:00The Blush BlondeKristin Thompsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03708549129835021436noreply@blogger.comBlogger813125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4425783497355248416.post-34114576844334744252022-12-07T11:46:00.002-05:002022-12-07T11:48:07.043-05:00DIY GIFTS WITH NJ LOTTERY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-ab8e9b77-7fff-14ed-5b7e-8f086346338f" style="font-family: verdana;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTQSJ2vWR4O9zAL7vOL69LMNiyF7AFocbb-KpLcGssgvL0KJmQHckZAGmzgpE5ANlMjzmjQu2ofJbPUmz0v1B_qfeKcuB1T09yivdxrCIGK7nPRWamQgLycZ496TnW8I4glr0bzlAEy8c_CDtYvqhvP2Jxc8vIuHDSe7f8ZQM6B0plxie0dWbxo8/s987/lottery3%20copy.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="987" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTQSJ2vWR4O9zAL7vOL69LMNiyF7AFocbb-KpLcGssgvL0KJmQHckZAGmzgpE5ANlMjzmjQu2ofJbPUmz0v1B_qfeKcuB1T09yivdxrCIGK7nPRWamQgLycZ496TnW8I4glr0bzlAEy8c_CDtYvqhvP2Jxc8vIuHDSe7f8ZQM6B0plxie0dWbxo8/s16000/lottery3%20copy.png" /></a></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you looking for the perfect gift for the adults on your list this holiday season? This year I'll be gifting New Jersey Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs to my friends and family! With top prizes from $500 to $500,000 and fun themes tickets like "Sleigh Bills" and "Peppermint Payout" holiday scratch-offs are a fun gift for anyone over eighteen. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Below are two easy DIY projects to help you give a little scratch-off magic this season. Further details and video for both can be found on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cl2BBSwJKQ1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBrJyakDCArqTty57L0RMUEtYvNawr4K3r29WBV3HX0S9vP0OfW3UdTlDhqJCFwomt4zuH2gdrsmjrnTgA8EAmGrK_WrvHDLL-EArI2ktYm9rV1AQpnmW1swOJ8JOQRAfojzJ8YjpoAA6w3BDXH2yCfqrBF8ZRC2P2E88kk-iwdxNhlGGB_HK2wMY/s987/lottery1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="987" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBrJyakDCArqTty57L0RMUEtYvNawr4K3r29WBV3HX0S9vP0OfW3UdTlDhqJCFwomt4zuH2gdrsmjrnTgA8EAmGrK_WrvHDLL-EArI2ktYm9rV1AQpnmW1swOJ8JOQRAfojzJ8YjpoAA6w3BDXH2yCfqrBF8ZRC2P2E88kk-iwdxNhlGGB_HK2wMY/s16000/lottery1.jpg" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gift #1 Supplies:</i></p><div><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•12 cookies (bonus points for homemade)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Holiday loaf pan</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Cellophane bag</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•String</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•NJ Holiday Scratch Offs</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><i>Instructions:</i></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Put 12 cookies into the bag.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Twist the bag to close it and secure it with string.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Put the wrapped cookies into the loaf pan.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">•Arrange varying holiday scratch-offs in the loaf pan.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBinPsKCuXl9cGrDDMPfbaIhUwgJIYAQiikMsvAVkZTO6EzduVsfFp-ZuS0Z4bBlVXbGFEeNGJfllSjE8ndnRfqmHkNiOEHpYvIZQSAcxNfzWlSTU2M_wlSHvIk_I-VcioYMh3yvuMAYQugHYkLUr7edzPNmaagsCy12KUBTVSAYqRM_goZmR9pFI/s986/lottery2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="986" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBinPsKCuXl9cGrDDMPfbaIhUwgJIYAQiikMsvAVkZTO6EzduVsfFp-ZuS0Z4bBlVXbGFEeNGJfllSjE8ndnRfqmHkNiOEHpYvIZQSAcxNfzWlSTU2M_wlSHvIk_I-VcioYMh3yvuMAYQugHYkLUr7edzPNmaagsCy12KUBTVSAYqRM_goZmR9pFI/s16000/lottery2.jpg" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i>Gift #2 Supplies:</i></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•11 Sleigh Bills Scratch-Offs</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•1 Peppermint Payoff Scratch-Off</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•Tape</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•1 holiday chocolate</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><b id="docs-internal-guid-256463e9-7fff-feac-4215-5c65eca0ca81" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>Instructions:</i></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•Following the video on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cl2BBSwJKQ1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Instagram</a> arrange the Scratch-Offs into a Christmas tree.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•Using small pieces of tape secure the tickets.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">•Tape the holiday chocolate to the top of the tree.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you ever given Holiday Scratch-Offs for a gift? If you have and you have a unique way you gift them let me know in the comments!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /></i></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>This post has been sponsored by NJ Lottery, but all opinions are entirely my own. The New Jersey Lottery reminds players, it's only a game...remember to play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER®. For more information visit <a href="https://www.njlottery.com/en-us/home.html" target="_blank">New Jersey Lottery</a>.</i></span></span></p></span></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: verdana;">This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.</span></i></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></i></span></i></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><i style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i></i></span></i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbwWj182a3fe-qnMDSc3fLpEtrWPY7kOUCnlrzG3Z83JkqVRCXLFyixtFHfZDBPKfLtVLiD0jMb8v33PEeP5FSxFbid5XFu2L6Su9o8ChGEY3ZU_XsFHKQt9cVzdVUy_50I-Mk13uNG6nBc_66iGNVC7mJWbt4a5aBsMrRJ603a8z22-ar7uX7-qo/s925/dogpost1*.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="925" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbwWj182a3fe-qnMDSc3fLpEtrWPY7kOUCnlrzG3Z83JkqVRCXLFyixtFHfZDBPKfLtVLiD0jMb8v33PEeP5FSxFbid5XFu2L6Su9o8ChGEY3ZU_XsFHKQt9cVzdVUy_50I-Mk13uNG6nBc_66iGNVC7mJWbt4a5aBsMrRJ603a8z22-ar7uX7-qo/s16000/dogpost1*.jpeg" /></a></i></span></i></div><i style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></i></span></i><p></p><p></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Lucy and I are getting ready for spring with the Pup Prep for Spring Box that BabbleBoxx sent over for us. As a huge dog lover I was so excited to get to tryout all the amazing goodies in the box to share with all of you and I’m breaking everything down below!</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirnvwlEDO_gHFJBPxu0_ja3eEoZsV4ZHQf8OG8ASUXIu8TlJShu4FYkucwiJui9Ok7OK5HMGG-zsqnHoE4C5uK2QMB1rF2Iqd-1-tXnr9DILG_Rc_CxucyXplswQxD1GXvG1lUUxm-jWKZxLigUhSIRbUnZRMxrHutj-nsgLztzQb0_XLsNLI-py0/s925/dogpost2*.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="925" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirnvwlEDO_gHFJBPxu0_ja3eEoZsV4ZHQf8OG8ASUXIu8TlJShu4FYkucwiJui9Ok7OK5HMGG-zsqnHoE4C5uK2QMB1rF2Iqd-1-tXnr9DILG_Rc_CxucyXplswQxD1GXvG1lUUxm-jWKZxLigUhSIRbUnZRMxrHutj-nsgLztzQb0_XLsNLI-py0/s16000/dogpost2*.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://NaturalCarePets.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Care</a></b></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://naturalcarepets.com/grooming/dog-shampoo/odor-neutralizing-activated-charcoal-shampoo-for-dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Care+ Odor Neutralizing Activated Charcoal Shampoo for Dogs</a></span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Since Lucy is a hypoallergenic breed dog she has hair, instead of fur, that needs to be washed relatively frequently. Over the years we’ve tried numerous different pet shampoos and I am super impressed with this one from Natural Care. The first thing everyone in my family noticed was how great it smells and how good she continued to smell after using it. This is thanks to the ingredients in the shampoo like activated charcoal and the patented odor eliminating technology that absorbs and removes impurities in a dog’s skin and coat while neutralizing odors (like skunk odor, urine, feces, sweat, wet dog, and more). The other highlight for this is how moisturizing it was for Lucy’s hair and skin—I usually use a pet conditioner when washing her but didn’t need to with this and her hair has been noticeably soft.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://naturalcarepets.com/wellness/dog-supplements/aches-plus-tasty-chewables" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Care+ Aches-PLUS Tasty Chewables</a></span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">These treat-like chews are great for senior, large breed, and highly active dogs. They feature a blend of pineapple bromelain, white willow bark, and yucca root to naturally soothe any aches and pains dogs have. While Lucy is lucky to not really suffer with any ailments at this point I’m glad to know about this aspirin and synthetic pain reliever free alternative as she ages.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://naturalcarepets.com/flea-tick/dog-protection/flea-tick-wipes-for-dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;">Natural Care+ Flea & Tick Wipes for Dogs</span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></a></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">These wipes are the perfect anytime flea and tick treatments for dog who love spending time outdoors but hate baths. Since they’re in wipe form, they are super easy to use—they’re great for anytime you bring in your dog from outside and are convenient to bring with you on any adventures you take with your pup. Like the chews I talked about above they are another natural alternative since they use plant-based ingredients like peppermint oil and eugenol (which comes from clove plants) to kill fleas, flea eggs, ticks, and mosquitoes on contact.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p2" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span class="s2" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://naturalcarepets.com/flea-tick/dogs/flea-and-tick-leave-in-foam-for-dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Care+ Flea & Tick Leave-In Foam</a></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">This leave foam in is an alternative to the wipes above as it’s a great way to treat for fleas and ticks without having to bathe your dog. It too kills fleas, flea eggs, ticks, and mosquitoes on contact with the same plant-based ingredients in an easy to use foam formula.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnycGA1cVC58GN5VSnivwYu0CF835NnwHGBeTmBsxYFHV1iUq9SECfeoyp8jIeQswXZkAnYjf0HUBP9scgLv9HQ8riKKCMcvZe9J_27yGZArgLqBjrGuFyCos1WsbYu29C1Ohv9_fVIOmBsfQ-j_cF1LJw0HHwVqMkwEihu9i6Hx5RQDMGbj9Cl-Q/s925/dogpost3*.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="925" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnycGA1cVC58GN5VSnivwYu0CF835NnwHGBeTmBsxYFHV1iUq9SECfeoyp8jIeQswXZkAnYjf0HUBP9scgLv9HQ8riKKCMcvZe9J_27yGZArgLqBjrGuFyCos1WsbYu29C1Ohv9_fVIOmBsfQ-j_cF1LJw0HHwVqMkwEihu9i6Hx5RQDMGbj9Cl-Q/s16000/dogpost3*.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://www.multipet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Multipet International Inc.</a></b></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Ice Cream Truck and Pacifier Pals Toys</span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Lucy is one of those dogs that loves dog toys so she was super excited to get these. The ice cream truck is a latex toy that features a high-pitched squeaker to stimulate play and the Pacifier Pal is perfect for her as it combines a latex and plush toy in one that squeaks too (her favorite feature on any toy!). They are great for keeping Lucy engaged during playtime and help to get her moving. These toys can be purchased at local retailers, and you can find more information about them <a href="https://www.multipet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKWr0EV1K9vX5YEcah4W4slH_nVapm8kXL0-31uPanMoQ_e0L1Q6ZVLmCuX0Yfm72TN8tg_LLQDcpgcTPzLdkEoWSi438sBbG4eu2bVXl9BAqtLdPtVzqRgkk0-Aj82QImsbLiSsn6ubh4xXapP6cYffMfjLNMN1jqIRHtwfWyfTaoOlw1vZ-69II/s925/dogpost4*.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="925" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKWr0EV1K9vX5YEcah4W4slH_nVapm8kXL0-31uPanMoQ_e0L1Q6ZVLmCuX0Yfm72TN8tg_LLQDcpgcTPzLdkEoWSi438sBbG4eu2bVXl9BAqtLdPtVzqRgkk0-Aj82QImsbLiSsn6ubh4xXapP6cYffMfjLNMN1jqIRHtwfWyfTaoOlw1vZ-69II/s16000/dogpost4*.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="http://pioneerpet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pioneer Pet</a></span></b></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://pioneerpet.com/product/3047-elevated-vortex-drinking-fountain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elevated Vortex Fountain</a></span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I have never used a water fountain for pets before and have been quite impressed with this. Even Lucy who can be a bit skittish with new things was comfortable using this right away. I think it’s important to give your dog clean, filtered water and this makes doing that almost effortless. It uses a filter to purify the water, adds oxygen into the water, and creates a vortex in the center to pull down any debris that might be in the bowl.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://pioneerpet.com/product/3901-drawstring-tie-waste-bag-unscented/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unscented Pick-Up Bags</a></span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I like having dedicated waste bags for Lucy like these that are easy to grab before a walk or a trip in the car so I always have something in case she needs to go to the bathroom. These are great because they feature a drawstring to close each bag, are leakproof, and come in a pack of 80 bags. In my opinion these are a must have for dog owners!</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p3" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">You use the code <i>summer10</i> for 10% off your order at <a href="http://pioneerpet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pioneerpet.com</a>!</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyYNS8ru5m22edZ7RjQWKeWA4Rlv0BQznMoZX-GHxBBupc_Rgfm2mFJC7okkQ6J7ubzv2WPwGt_5UnmtgNc6QziL6gjVt0YJSq5dXn_O_DEgIbE7f8DC83-AqEuoOtyMEIszTpUtHaDd6LdSx1oCTmNWuSQH0p8TfusXFqqzamnyXf8PQ2BVu7hU0/s925/dogpost7*.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="925" data-original-width="740" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyYNS8ru5m22edZ7RjQWKeWA4Rlv0BQznMoZX-GHxBBupc_Rgfm2mFJC7okkQ6J7ubzv2WPwGt_5UnmtgNc6QziL6gjVt0YJSq5dXn_O_DEgIbE7f8DC83-AqEuoOtyMEIszTpUtHaDd6LdSx1oCTmNWuSQH0p8TfusXFqqzamnyXf8PQ2BVu7hU0/s16000/dogpost7*.jpeg" /></a></div><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://us.eufylife.com/products/t7200121?ref=navimenu_3_img" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eufy Pet</a></span></b></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3LR8VyX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dog Camera</a></span></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I have been wanting to get a dog camera for a while and have been loving this one! It has been so awesome to be able to check on Lucy when I’m not with her to make sure she’s doing ok and this has some fun features too (which don’t require a subscription to use like other pet cameras I’ve seen). It took me less than ten minutes to setup the camera and app for it and since it both rotates 270° and has AI Tracking and Smart Alert it was easy to pick a spot to place it. My favorite part of the dog camera though is being able to toss treats to Lucy from it when I’m not home and I would say that’s definitely her favorite part too! After using this I don’t know how I went without one and I’m glad I won’t have to in the future.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">As you can see with all these amazing items Lucy and I are all ready for spring! If you have any product questions let me know in the comments below.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">How are you getting ready for the warmer seasons with your pets?</span></p></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-iqX9kG3nYI0%2FU6mfiNbzEOI%2FAAAAAAAAGEU%2Fi5v0xBbwj3k%2Fs1600%2Finstagram2.png&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a></div>Kristin Thompsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03708549129835021436noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4425783497355248416.post-49649051833494282582020-12-03T08:50:00.000-05:002020-12-03T08:50:11.741-05:00Four Ways to Give the Gift of NJ Lottery for the Holidays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-21APJnNj_Ms/X8havuur7tI/AAAAAAAAPgs/i7Tmp5sWbLY5Li4qK-2S5-_j9axhGlxhACLcBGAsYHQ/s955/header1.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="955" data-original-width="740" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-21APJnNj_Ms/X8havuur7tI/AAAAAAAAPgs/i7Tmp5sWbLY5Li4qK-2S5-_j9axhGlxhACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/header1.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-d9b2c624-7fff-971b-8a8f-55e278d9b492" style="font-family: verdana;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>My father is a HUGE fan of the New Jersey Lottery and loves gifting tickets during the holiday season, especially the NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs. Every year (since I’ve turned eighteen) I’ve always had lottery tickets to look forward to as a stocking stuffer from him. I love to think of all the ways I would use the money if I ever hit it big with one of the tickets. The practical way I’d use it would be to put it towards student loans and an upcoming trip I have, but the more frivolous way I’d spend it would be to purchase a bag during said trip. This year though I’m excited to turn the tables and be the one gifting New Jersey Lottery Scratch-Offs to my friends and family, over the age of eighteen, as they offer the wonder of a wrapped gift, the entertainment of a game, and the potential for a large cash payout!</span></span></p><span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>An added bonus when gifting NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs is how stress-free they are to give. They are available to purchase at any brick and mortar lottery retailer, such as Wawa and QuickChek, so they’re easy to grab when you drop in for a cup of coffee or lunch. This year the New Jersey Lottery has released four holiday themed Scratch-Offs with the purpose of gifting in mind. These holiday tickets are a great gift because you can do something as simple as use them for stocking stuffers, which is always a hit in my experience, or you can get imaginative and create your own DIY project to make gifting the tickets more fun too. Below I’m sharing with you a few different ways to give the gift of NJ Lottery this holiday season.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-929b1917-7fff-5bfd-c495-106a61429117"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. Decorate with NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs</span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BJK8A655j_A/X8hgSsgEX9I/AAAAAAAAPhM/lWR7uDC3o_4Gpk3wdF7jhX8oBjzN8r9eACLcBGAsYHQ/s1110/IMG_7220%2Bcopy1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1110" data-original-width="740" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BJK8A655j_A/X8hgSsgEX9I/AAAAAAAAPhM/lWR7uDC3o_4Gpk3wdF7jhX8oBjzN8r9eACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/IMG_7220%2Bcopy1.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><span id="docs-internal-guid-13383d0b-7fff-65d5-17b5-31513c688af7"></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>This is perfect for people (over eighteen) to grab a lottery ticket off the tree while celebrating or to give the full tree as a gift. For this idea in addition to the Scratch-Offs you’ll need a small pre-decorated Christmas tree and clothespins (I used sparkly ones). To assemble this you simply attach the Scratch-Offs to the tree using the clothespins, which took me about five minutes to complete. I then fanned out some of a different Holiday Scratch-Off around the bottom of the tree to add a little variety. In the spirit of practicing social distancing this could also be placed on your front porch and friends and family can grab a ticket as they drop something off.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-987d47b2-7fff-db51-8bc9-c3e5ca6aceec"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">2. Attach Scratch-Off to a Gift</span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C-3Z6OpejF4/X8hgrF-NjuI/AAAAAAAAPhU/6ypMIsJ7QUUjGf7KT4xV0QrWjXWNEaeUwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1100/IMG_7277%2Bcopy1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="740" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C-3Z6OpejF4/X8hgrF-NjuI/AAAAAAAAPhU/6ypMIsJ7QUUjGf7KT4xV0QrWjXWNEaeUwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/IMG_7277%2Bcopy1.jpg" /></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-ab7accb0-7fff-10ae-8c82-65df51342178"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span>If you’re looking to add a little something to a gift you already have then this is the perfect idea for you! With this easy idea all you have to do is attach an NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Off to the outside of a wrapped gift. For gifts wrapped in bags you can just clip a Scratch-Off to the outside of the bag (I used another sparkly clothespin) and for gifts wrapped with paper you can slip a Scratch-Off under the gift’s ribbon to keep it in place. This easy addition to any present adds something fun to make the gift extra special!</span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-e259cdec-7fff-9928-63dd-2029b7b70c40"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">3. Add Something Special to Your Holiday Place Settings</span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8y2VXGb7zyw/X8hhNsNRdEI/AAAAAAAAPhc/H0I2L46-B-E8ceUbeh3kpT4vwxV9inn6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1110/IMG_7236%2Bcopy1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1110" data-original-width="740" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8y2VXGb7zyw/X8hhNsNRdEI/AAAAAAAAPhc/H0I2L46-B-E8ceUbeh3kpT4vwxV9inn6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/IMG_7236%2Bcopy1.jpg" /></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span id="docs-internal-guid-8b7a962d-7fff-d573-2b4d-77d8d88e034e"></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>This is a wonderful way to add a little pop to your holiday tablescape and my personal favorite way to give Scratch-Offs this season. To create this I simply set my holiday table as I would without placing the napkins. I then did a quick search on how to fold napkins (I used paper because that’s what I had, but you can use cloth as well), watched a short YouTube video, and decided which folding technique I liked best. After folding the napkins instead of placing silverware inside of the pocket I placed two NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs and tucked the napkin between the plates. This idea makes for a wonderful, yet unexpected surprise for those at the table to enjoy.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f3bb2f3f-7fff-2a99-e776-44d2d300c093"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">4. The Classic Stocking Stuffer</span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nYUGDhdhALw/X8hhoE6QuwI/AAAAAAAAPhk/xEWL6PRbb70wsq3MHW3waTxpAtvPQODoACLcBGAsYHQ/s740/IMG_7336%2Bcopy1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="493" data-original-width="740" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nYUGDhdhALw/X8hhoE6QuwI/AAAAAAAAPhk/xEWL6PRbb70wsq3MHW3waTxpAtvPQODoACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/IMG_7336%2Bcopy1.jpg" /></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></span></span></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Did you know that even if the NJ Lottery Holiday Scratch-Offs you gift are not winners there is something the recipient can do with the tickets? The Million Dollar Replay allows VIP Club members to enter eligible, non-winning Scratch-Offs into quarterly second chance drawings for a chance to be selected as one of four hundred quarter finalists who win a $250 prize and entry into the yearly Grand Prize Drawing for a chance to win one of fifteen prizes ranging from $10,000 up to $1,000,000. You can find more information on how to become a VIP Club member and how to participate in the Million Dollar Replay </span><a href="https://www.njlottery.com/en-us/secondchance/about-mdr.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">here</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>There are so many wonderful reasons to give the gift of NJ Lottery this holiday season that they are a must add to your holiday shopping list. Have you ever given Holiday Scratch-Offs for a gift? If you have and you have a unique way you gift them that’s not mentioned here let me know in the comments!</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love that around the holidays so many beauty companies release gift sets, like <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bblQt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> and <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bblQh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a>, as they make for the perfect present. My personal favorite beauty gift to give is <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bblQw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> perfume sampler because it is an amazing value, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">super fun for the recipient, and becomes very personalized. I'm also loving advent calendars, like <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bblOF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a>, this year since they are the gift that keeps on giving and provide a little mystery too. </span><span style="background-color: white;">There is something in this guide for everyone from the beauty novice to the beauty aficionado </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and anyone on your list is sure to love whatever you pick!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you've been following for a while then you probably know about my love of <a href="https://www.hankypanky.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanky Panky</a>. Their products make almost all (if not all) of my gift guides because they make my absolute favorite thongs that have I have been loving for over ten years now. Needless to say I'm so excited to be partnering with them to share this Valentine's Day Gift Guide with all of you! My official gift guide is above and you'll be able to see images of me styling some of the pieces on social media over the next two weeks so make sure to keep an eye out for those (check out my first one <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtM3zDgATiz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whatever look you're going for this Valentine's Day,<span style="background-color: white;"> sexy, sweet, or somewhere in between, </span><span style="background-color: white;">this guide has got you covered. It's not just for those who are coupled up though - there are so many fun pieces on here that are great for those of us who are single too and it can also serve as your Galentine's Gift Guide (I gift their thongs all the time and everyone always loves them). While I'm loving everything I've put together on this list I do have a few favorites I wanted to point out:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/Y1Eh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heartthrob Bralette</a> + <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/Y1Js" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heartthrob Low Rise Diamond Thong</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">If you're looking to surprise your significant other for Valentine's Day this gorgeous set is perfect. The ruffles and hearts add sweet touches, while the sheer fabric ups the sex appeal. If you're looking for something along the same lines the <a href="https://www.hankypanky.com/gifts/valentines-gift-guide/sweetheart-mesh-babydoll-with-g-string-new.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sweetheart Mesh Babydoll with G-String</a> is another great option.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">This is one of the sets that Hanky Panky sent over to me and I absolutely love it. It's super comfortable and so easy to wear with just about anything. They're also both sheer (less so then the Heartthrob set though), which adds a sexy touch.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/Y1CL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Multi-Packs</a> + <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/Y1DP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thong Rose Bouquet</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">If you're asking for or giving a gift any of the Hanky Panky Multi-Packs are the best. They've put together a few different sets for Valentine's Day (in themed colors) that anyone would love to get. The Thong Rose Bouquets are also such a fun and unique way to give multiple pairs of panties and they will last much longer than real flowers!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Last, but not least, I wanted to point this out for ladies who are not a fan of thongs. This cheeky bikini has a keyhole on the butt, which makes it super sexy. If you don't like thongs, I definitely recommend checking this out!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Like <a href="http://www.theblushblonde.com/search/label/Holiday?updated-max=2017-11-30T02:51:00-05:00&max-results=20&start=7&by-date=false" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">last year</a> I decided to put together my own version of </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><i style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Oprah's Favorite Things </i><span style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">to share with all of you. I've worked hard to compile</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14.49px;"> a list of my favorite things from 2018 that would make great gifts. All of these are items I've loved throughout the year and they are sure to make anyone you're gifting them to very happy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>1. <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3Ik" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Jart+ Holiday Fantasy Cera Never Runs Dry</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I picked this up at the Sephora VIB Sale and have seeing great results with my skin since I started using the products. This set is also the same price as buying just the <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3SP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream</a> alone, so you're getting a lot more for your money. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you have someone in your life with seriously dry skin this is the set for them!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>2. <a href="https://www.sephora.com/brand/play-brands?icid2=play_leftnav_shopbrand_page_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PLAY! by Sephora</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've been subscribing to this for a little over a year now and it was the first subscription box I ever tried. For $10 a month you get five beauty samples sent to you each month from Sephora. I love this because I get to try so many different products without having the purchase the full size. It's such a fun way to try things I never would have and I look forward to getting it each month.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>3. <a href="https://www.facetory.com/pages/plans" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facetory Subscription</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you have anyone in your life who loves sheet masks this is a must gift. My second subscription box is the Seven Lux Box from Facetory, which sends me seven different luxe K-Beauty sheet masks each month. I cannot say enough good things about this box - the masks I've tried have all been of amazing quality and it's saving me money because I'm not buying sheet masks every time I see them. There's also a smaller box with four masks each month that would also make a great gift!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Gloves are always really important for me when the temperatures drop and the last few weeks I've been loving the gloves from the Gap. I have really, really small hands so I actually purchase my gloves from the kids section (I recently picked up <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3T4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this pair</a>) and I was excited that Gap's fit me really well and were tech friendly. If you have (normal) adult size hands <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3Ub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a> are so cute and also work with your smartphone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I was initially sent this to review, but loved it so much that I keep repurchasing. It tightens your skin, absorbs crazy fast, and smells <i>amazing</i>. This has definitely become a holy grail item for me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>6. <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3JT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Foreo LUNA fofo</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've been using this for a few months and I think I actually prefer it over my Clarisonic now (insert shocked face emoji here). This little silicone cleansing brush is so gentle, but gives such a deep clean. It also has skin sensor technology that analyzes the skin type and moisture level in each zone of your face to create a personalized skin profile that is then sent to the Foreo app on your phone. While I think everyone could benefit from this, it's especially perfect for any skincare junkies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>7. <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3JV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kendra Scott Tessa Stud Earrings</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have several different pairs of these earrings that I am constantly wearing because they go with just about everything and are very comfortable. There's so many different stone and metal options that you're sure to find something for almost anyone (you can even have colors custom made on Kendra Scott's website or in their stores). I have given these as gifts a few times and they're always a big hit!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>8. <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3JX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanky Panky Signature Lace Thong</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">I have been in love with Hanky Panky </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">thongs since I first tried them in high school when the boutique I worked at sold them. They are super soft, don’t leave any dents or panty lines, and are the most comfortable thongs I own (hence why I’ve been wearing them for 10+ years). I’ve also gotten so many of my friends hooked on them too because they make the best gifts.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've been very into wraps this fall because they're easy to throw on, yet look so chic. I also think giving them as a gift is like the elevated version of giving a scarf. The wrap I picked up this season was actually from Marshall's and such a great price so I recommend going there to check them out. If you want shop online though Nordstrom has a good selection and I really like <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3I1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this one</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've really gotten into baths more in this last year and I always need to have something to add to the tub to make it feel fancy and also to moisturize my skin, which is where Lush's Bath Bombs come in. They have a very wide variety of options so you're sure to find one that suits everyone on your list. <a href="https://www.lushusa.com/bath/bath-bombs/butterball/00012.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This one</a> is my absolute favorite though because it smells like vanilla and always leaves my skin hydrated.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I got a faux fur leopard coat last year for Christmas and I get so much use out of it! It's so on trend and I love wearing it with different looks. The one I own is sold out, but you can find great options everywhere from <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3X8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TJ Maxx</a> to <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3KJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nordstrom</a> to <a href="https://us.asos.com/search/?currentpricerange=50-505&q=leopard%20faux%20fur%20coats&refine=floor:1000&sort=priceasc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ASOS</a> and more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When I was in Hong Kong in the beginning of the year I picked up a bunch of silk pillowcases in one of the market shops. They have been a total game changer for me - they prevent wrinkles on your face and also help to make your hair healthier and shinier (they really work). While <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V32M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> is a splurge silk pillowcase I recommend checking out the beauty sections in TJ Maxx, Marshall's, and Homegoods for inexpensive ones!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This was another product that was gifted to me that I fell in love with. <span style="background-color: white;"> </span><span style="background-color: white;">This hair mask has a super concentrated formula (without fillers) that works to add deep hydration and shine, and eliminate frizz. In addition to all of this it is also hands down the best smelling hair mask I’ve ever used - it’s got this sweet coconut/vanilla scent that isn’t overpowering and makes my hair smell delicious.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is the one last gifted product that has really earned holy grail status for me. <span style="background-color: white;">I’m obsessed with the fine texture of this scrub that does an incredible job of really exfoliating your skin without irritating it. It’s also super moisturizing thanks to the light layer coconut oil it leaves behind on your skin. I use this in the shower or before a bath and am left with the smoothest skin!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am always on the hunt for the best leggings and I have been very impressed with the pair I ordered form Lou & Grey a few months ago. They're thick enough that they're perfectly opaque, are really soft, and have a super comfortable wide waistband. These are great for anyone who loves a good pair of leggings!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sneakers are still having a moment and I have several pairs from Nike that I'm always wearing. Sneakers are a great gift for workout nuts and fashionista's and are sure to make a hit. I recommend checking out different places to get the best prices. Right now <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3J8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a> are my favorite pair and I picked them up at DSW!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In my opinion slippers are a must have this time of year and almost always make for the perfect gift because you can never have too many pairs. I really like fun slippers to add a whimsical touch to my pjs or loungewear. I got <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3KZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> pair also at DSW, but I've seen cute pairs everywhere from <a href="https://www.potterybarn.com/products/cozy-fur-slippers/?pkey=cexclusive-savings-bath&clickid=wnX0riRx5UWNXJxUAa1yHXVLUkgUnSyV1U8UVA0&irgwc=1&cm_cat=ShopStyle%20Inc.&cm_ven=AfShopPromo&bnrid=3317500&cm_ite=collective&cm_pla=IR&irpid=57486" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pottery Barn</a> to <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V36W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nordstrom Rack</a> and more!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>18. <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/V3K2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This easy to use mask is perfect to take on the go with you or to apply at home. It's the perfect winter mask that works to combat dry, puffy, inflamed, and overworked skin. It's been all over social media, but it really is worth the hype. I love using this as a sleeping mask and I always wake up to glowing skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">I shot this look that works for summer when I was in Hong Kong in February. I'm loving that jean skirts are making a major comeback and landed up adding two to my closet (this one with embroidery and then another without it). The great thing about jean skirts is that they go with so many things and are a nice change from jean shorts in the summer. I paired mine with a simple tshirt and my favorite <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/NmHo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sneakers</a> for an easy and effortless look. While it's a little too warm for a jacket now it's a nice thing to grab on a cooler summer night to have in case you get chilly.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">This look is especially great for all the summer exploring and traveling you might be doing. It's both comfortable and stylish so you can walk around and take in your surroundings without having to make any sacrifices. I know I'll definitely be making a few trips into New York City this summer and will probably wear this look at least once for that exact reason!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On June 7th my sweet puppy, <a href="http://www.theblushblonde.com/2017/09/meet-lucy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lucy</a>, that I adopted in September turned one! Of course for such a big occasion we had to celebrate. I got her the cutest dog cake from <a href="http://www.barkshopbakery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amelie's Bark Shop</a> in South Philadelphia and it came out even better then I ever could've imagined. If you're looking for a custom dog cake (she even does ones with dog portraits on them!) or any other bakery style dog treats then you absolutely have check out Amelie's.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For Lucy's big day we went to two dog parks, showered her with dog treats, gave her a new toy, and sang her "Happy Birthday" with her cake. She definitely had a day filled with fun and love, which she so deserves. Last, but not least, I had to do a little photoshoot to commemorate the occasion! I landed up getting two hats because one came late, but I took pictures with both because I'm extra like that. Here I've put together all her super cute 1st Birthday pictures (she's the best little dog model!) and also a few pictures of her amazing cake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Every year I so look forward to the first Monday in May for one reason, the Met Gala. <span style="background-color: white;">This special event kicks off the opening of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This year's exhibition is </span><span style="color: #282828;">"Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination," and it also served as the theme of the gala. As always this night was the perfect setting for celebrities to wear the most gorgeous, fashion centric pieces they desire and they did not disappoint. B</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-weight: inherit;">elow </span></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.735px;">I have </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.735px;">put together all of my favorites for </span><i style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.735px; text-align: justify;">The Blush Blonde Met Gala Best Dressed List.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've talked a lot on here about how I suffer from dry and itchy skin on my body. Lately my itchiness has been really bad as I've been experiencing a lot of hives and skin irritations. To help with this I really wanted something to put on my body that was all natural and full of skin soothing ingredients. I put together this body butter using ingredients that are known to calm and heal dry, itchy, and irritated skin. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This has been such a help for me so of course I wanted to share it with all of you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The best part is that it can be used as an everyday body butter too, not just when your skin needs to be soothed. My Mom has been using this a ton and is loving how soft and smooth her skin is looking. With the transition</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> into warmer weather happening, now is the time to really take care of your skin and keep it moisturized since you'll be showing more of it when it gets hot out and this body butter is perfect to help with that!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-1/2 cup <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/GhGl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shea butter</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-2/3 cup <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/GhIz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">coconut oil</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-2 tbsp. <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/GhJY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">colloidal oatmeal</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-2 tbsp. olive oil</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-2 tbsp. <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/GhJd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">aloe</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-1 tbsp. <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/GhJt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">witch hazel</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-12 drops lavender essential oil</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-In a microwave safe bowl, microwave shea butter and coconut oil for one minute and mix.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Continue to microwave the mixture in fifteen second intervals, stopping to mix between each interval, until completely melted.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Add colloidal oatmeal, a little at a time, to the shea butter/coconut oil mixture and mix until completely dissolved.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Put the mixture in the freezer for ten to fifteen minutes, you want it to be solid, but not completely hard.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-After removing it from the freezer remove it from the bowl and place in electric mixer, mix lightly. (You can also use an electric hand mixer.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Add olive oil, aloe, witch hazel, and lavender oil.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Mix on high for two minutes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix on high for one more minute.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Makes about 16 ounces of body butter.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wore this outfit when I went to see the Big Buddha on Lantau in Hong Kong. This simple athleisure look was perfect for all of the walking around this adventure required. I was so proud of myself this day because I managed to climb the almost three hundred steps required to get up to the Big Buddha! I'd be lying if I said I didn't need a lot of breaks, but I still did it, which is all that matters to me. If you're headed on an adventure like this anytime soon this look is great inspiration for what to wear and what to pack.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The Big Buddha was such an amazing experience and I have so many pictures from my trip there! I'll be sharing another post soon with all of those and more details on my time there so keep an eye out for that. What was your last great travel adventure?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last Wednesday was my Mom's 60th Birth</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">day and I wanted to do something to surprise her to celebrate, so I booked a quick little getaway to Princeton, NJ for Wednesday and Thursday. My Mom and I are both big fans of Princeton and had done a girls weekend there a few years ago that was so much fun I wanted to recreate it for her birthday. I was able to really surprise my Mom and we had such a good trip! <span style="background-color: white;"> Below I am talking all about what we did and breaking down my guide to a Princeton Getaway.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was fortunate to get so many great photos on my trip to Chi Lin Nunnery when I was in Hong Kong. It's such a beautiful place and I love the way East meets West in this gorgeous setting. The contrast of the huge skyscrapers against the Asian architecture of the temple is so incredible to see and I think it's such a great representation of Hong Kong.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Chi Lin Nunnery was originally built in the 1930s and was completely renovated in the style of the Tang Dynasty in the</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> 1990s. The temples here are made entirely of wood and use traditional Chinese architecture techniques that employs </span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">special interlocking systems cut into the wood to hold them in place, not a single nail is used in this building style. These are the only buildings built using these techniques in modern day Hong Kong.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">On the same site is the Nan Lian Garden. This is a public park which was also built </span>in the style of the Tang Dynasty. It is a meticulously landscaped area that encompases over eight and a half acres. In the garden everything is placed according to specific rules and methods and is intensely maintained.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I recommend giving yourself at least half a day to walk around and enjoy this breathtaking space. There are so many things to see and take in that I walked around a few times to make sure that I could really see everything. On the premises there is a vegetarian restaurant and a little snack area; I landed up eating lunch at the snack area because they had the most amazing vegetarian rice noodle stir fry! I also recommend making this trip during a week day and earlier in the day, I got there around 11:00AM on a Tuesday and had the park almost entirely to myself, but it did start to get more crowded as the day went on. If you're going to be in Hong Kong this is definitely a must see in opinion!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This look is perfect for this time of year when it's still chilly, but you want to add a little spring to your look. It's a basic jeans and tshirt look that is elevated by some scalloped detailing on the tshirt and added accessories. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I don't know about you, but I'm dying for spring and want all the pops of color in my life right now like this scarf. I am also obsessing over this cardigan because it's both on trend and so cozy; it also keeps you warm and can be layered under a jacket when it's colder out too. Last, but not least, while I absolutely love these mules and will definitely be rocking them all spring long, they can easily be switched out for boots if it's too cold to have an open back shoe on. A look like this is easy to build with items you already have in your closet and is sure to carry you from winter to spring and beyond.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These photos are my first set I'm sharing with you from my trip to Hong Kong! This look was shot at the Chi Lin Nunnery in Kowloon, Hong Kong. I shot a few different outfits at Chi Lin Nunnery and took many photos of this gorgeous location as well. I have so many photos that I am breaking them up into several posts so keep an eye out for them to see and learn more about Chi Lin!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Happy Valentine's Day! I realized that haven't done a post in a long time that lets you get to know me a little better. For my twenty sixth birthday a few weeks ago I shared twenty six fun facts about myself on InstaStories so I thought it would fun to share it on here with all of you too. Here are twenty six completely random facts that I hope you enjoy!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. For a big breakfast I much prefer bagels, waffles, french toast, and pancakes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4. I don't drink alcohol anymore because it is a HUGE trigger for my Crohn's disease and I also cannot drink with the medication I take for Rheumatoid Arthritis.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5. When I was in college and could drink I either drank vodka cocktails or champagne.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6. I much prefer the snow and cold weather to the sun and hot temperatures.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">7. Lately I've been obsessed with watching TLC and HGTV.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">8. I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder, but thanks to medication and therapy I have it (mostly) under control.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">9. When I was in high school black nail polish was very high fashion and I loved it. My Mom thought black nails looked "goth" though and wouldn't let me wear it. That is the only time I remember really arguing with my Mom about clothes or makeup as a teenager. (And eventually she let me paint my nails black!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">10. My sophomore year of college I got my cartilage pierced after I had a pretty major surgery because I felt I didn't have a choice about the surgery, but I did have a choice in getting a piercing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">11. Probably the only other clothing/makeup/accessory my Mom and I argued about was said piercing (after I got it done).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">12. My Mom was super lenient with me in high school because I got good grades and was a rule follower. This is the reason we only ever had like two fights that related to fashion.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">13. My Mom and I are super close and I consider her to be one of my best friends.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">14. I have donated my hair three times.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">15. I got my first dog when I was sixteen and I will never not have a dog.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">16. I don't like musicals.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">17. I've lived in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">18. I want to wear pale pink when I get married because it's my favorite color and I look awful in white.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">19. I met my best friend when I was six months old.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">20. I've taken Spanish, French, and Russian, but cannot speak any of them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">21. I love to travel alone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">22. I don't sleep well at night because of my chronic pain. For some reason I feel better and more awake at night then during the day so it's better for me to stay up at late night and sleep more during the day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">23. I was home instructed for most of high school because of my health and going away for college was HUGE for me. I was also terrified because I was really only used to being around adults (doctors, teachers, my parents, etc.) and hadn't been around people my age in so long. It was the BEST thing I've ever done though.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">23. I did college in five years due to my health. I could only take four classes a semester because of my chronic illnesses so I needed to do an extra year to get enough credits to graduate.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">26. This year was the first time it didn't snow on my birthday in twenty six years and I'd be lying if I said I was not bummed.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">To use this I wash my face, pat it dry, apply a serum,</span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> and then apply </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wp4m" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Protini</a><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">. I like to allow my serum to fully absorb before putting on the cream and then allow that to skin in too. It's also recommended to combine </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wp4m" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Protini</a> with any of Drunk Elephant's other treatments or oils as an added boost. <span style="background-color: white;">You can use it both morning and night as your moisturizer, but I recommend pairing it with sunscreen for daytime wear for added protection.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I've been using this for a few weeks and am really happy with the results. I feel like my skin looks more plump and overall healthier. I also really love that this is supplying more protein to my skin! If you're in the market for a new moisturizer with some great benefits you absolutely must check this out.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With Valentine's Day just a week aways it's time to start thinking of what to wear if you're going out to celebrate (either with a significant other or your besties!). For Valentine's I love to play up the holiday colors and definitely wear something red or pink (or even both together). I had so much fun putting together these pieces that are holiday themed, without being kitschy. Both <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/waud" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> dress and <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wawj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> dress are flirty, feminine, and perfect for a date night to celebrate. I also like pieces that you can mix and match to dress up or down like <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wauh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> bodysuit and <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wawr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> classic top, which can be paired with jeans or a skirt like <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wauj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a>. I love any excuse to wear heels so to finish the look you can go neutral with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/waut" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a>, metallic with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wawF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a>, or add a fun pop of color with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wawz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a>. Last but not least add some statement jewelry and a cute clutch (I'm obsessed with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/wawS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this one</a>!) and you're all ready to go! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The great thing about these pieces is they're perfect to wear all year round and don't have to be saved just for Valentine's Day (they're great for weddings, date nights, and girls night outs too!). So whether you're celebrating or not you can still shop the post below!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Still not sure what you want for Valentine's Day or perhaps an upcoming birthday or anniversary? I have been loving bar necklaces for quite some time now and have been wearing this one that the sweet ladies at </span><a href="https://www.bipandbop.com/" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Bip & Bop</a><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> sent me on repeat. The reason these bar necklaces make the</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> perfect gift is because you can customize it to make it even more special to you or whoever you're giving it to. I'm wearing <a href="https://www.bipandbop.com/collections/necklaces/products/gold-bar-name-necklace-the-jessica?variant=6422506753" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Jessica</a> which is Bip & Bop's signature bar necklace. I customized mine by choosing r</span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ose gold with a sixteen inch chain and having <i>The Blush</i> <i>Blonde</i> engraved on it and there are several ways your can customize yours too.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think my favorite part about <a href="https://www.bipandbop.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bip & Bop</a>, other then their gorgeous jewelry, is that they are a small female owned business. I always love supporting small businesses and amazing fellow girl bosses! Whether you need a gift for Valentine's Day or any other occasion check out <a href="https://www.bipandbop.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bip & Bop</a> for the perfect present.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With Valentine's Day quickly approaching I wanted to put together a list of some of my favorite Valentine's Day gift ideas. </span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All of these gifts are perfect for those in a relationship to ask their significant other for and they're also great gifts to give to your Mom, sister, and/or friends too. With so many cute picks this is really a combination Valentine's/Galentine's Gift Guide! As I'm sure you could tell I was looking for all things cozy with </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMav" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> bathrobe, </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMaA" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">these</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> slippers, and </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMaG" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">these</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> socks. Then I also added a few sexier items like </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vL5Q" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> flirty PJ set, </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMaJ" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> gorgeous bralette, and the best </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMaV" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">thongs</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> in the world. I've covered beauty lovers with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMa7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> pillow case, <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMbc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> lip balm, and more, and the classic Valentine's Day jewelry with <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMbk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> necklace and <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMbr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a> earrings. Last but not least I've got two beautiful splurge items - <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMbx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> bag which gives a pop of color and <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/vMbA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these</a> feminine chic sneakers. </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">No matter who you're buying for (or if you're the one receiving) anyone is sure to love any gift from this list!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've struggled with dry skin since I was a kid, but it got much worse when I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease at sixteen. The skin on both my face and body are dry, but I find the dryness on my body harder to deal with especially in the winter. During my favorite season the skin on my body </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">gets super flaky, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">can be nearly impossible to keep moisturized, and is almost always itchy. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As you can imagine having crazy dry skin is not the most comfortable situation, but this year I've been adding some new products into my routine combined with a few products I've been using for years and have been having a much better time with my skin issues! I know that I'm far from the only person who suffers from dry skin, especially this time of year so I wanted to share with all of you what's been working for me. Below are the products I'm loving and the details of how I'm keeping my skin moisturized and feeling comfortable!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>EXFOLIATE</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Exfoliating is important to remove the dead and flaky skin that accumulates on your body. If you do not remove the dead and flaky skin the moisturizers you apply cannot penetrate it and do not get deep enough to fully hydrate your skin. You can use both chemical and/or physical exfoliants to help you with this (check out <a href="http://www.theblushblonde.com/2016/07/skincare-101-exfoliation-tutu-tuesday.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> post to learn the difference between the two) and I prefer using a mix of the two.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><b><a href="http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/p/warm-vanilla-sugar-foaming-sugar-scrub-022892183.html?cgid=body-scrub#start=9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bath & Body Works Foaming Sugar Scrub</a></b></i>- This is one of my favorite scrubs as it does a great job exfoliating, but isn't too harsh. It also contain oils that are left behind on your skin to moisturize it. I usually pick up several of these whenever they're on sale so I almost never run out of them.</span></div>
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<i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v06G" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub</a></b></i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- This is a grittier scrub that I like to use when my skin is super flaky as it really deeply exfoliates. It also begins moisturizing yo</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ur skin when you use it with shea nut oils and contains vitamin C to help keep your skin healthy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v07h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><i>DERMAdoctor KP duty Body Scrub</i></a></b>- This scrub is a combination chemical and physical exfoliant. It combines the <span style="background-color: white;">benefits of a chemical peel and microdermabrasion</span><span style="background-color: white;"> in one. This is particularly great if you suffer from </span>keratosis pilaris (chicken skin).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Using moisturizer to hydrate your skin is the most obvious way to deal with dry skin. I've learned though that not all moisturizers are created equally so when you're struggling with very dry skin it definitely matters which creams, lotions, and oils you choose to use.</span></div>
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<u style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Products I recommend:</u></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><i><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v06T" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eucerin Intensive Repair Enriched Lotion</a></i></b>- This cream combines moisturizer naturally found in the skin with alpha hydroxy acids to intensely hydrate, exfoliate, and smooth skin. This cream is thick, rich, and deeply moisturizes. With its combination of moisturizers and exfoliants I would say that this product has been the most important one I've added to my routine to help with my dry flaky skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v1aQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><i>Curel Ultra Healing Lotion</i></b></a> (c/o)- This lotion is very moisturizing, but with a lighter feel. It works to better maintain skin's barrier so it can better lock in and maintain moisture. If you're looking for something strong that absorbs quickly this is that.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kiss-My-Face-Moisturizer-Coconut/dp/B06VT7FFWS?th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kiss My Face Body Lotion</a></b></i> (c/o)- This lotion uses natural oils and antioxidants to smooth and hydrate skin. It has a thick feeling to it, but doesn't take as long to absorb as you would think it would upon initial application. It's also great for anyone who has any issues with parabens and phthalates as it does not contain them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.lushusa.com/body/body-lotions/dream-cream/9999900031.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><i><b>Lush Dream Cream</b></i></a>- This is my go to for dry and itchy skin. It works to hydrate your skin, while also soothing it, which is so important when you have skin like mine. It contains oat milk, lavender, and chamomile to soothe, and olive oil and shea butter to help with dryness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><b><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v1cF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jojoba Oil</a> + <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v1da" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coconut Oil</a></b></i>- I love using both of these oils (separately) from time to time as a way to naturally intensely moisturize my skin. I will also sometimes add them to one of the other moisturizers mentioned above to give it a little added hydration power. The great thing about these is that they're multipurpose and can also help with dry skin on your face, hands, and feet too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>BEST TIPS FOR MOISTURIZING</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Exfoliate at the end of your shower so that any oils or moisturizers in your body scrub will stay on your skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-<i>Always</i> apply a lotion, cream, or oil to your body after showering to replace the moisture that your skin lost.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-After showering pat skin dry with a towel (being gentle is important) and immediately apply moisturizer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-To lock in extra hydration apply moisturizer to damp skin after showering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-For severely dry skin apply moisturizer twice a day, a lighter lotion like <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v1aQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> in the morning and a more intensive one like <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/v06T" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a> at night.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Add any oil (almond, jojoba, coconut, baby oil, etc.) to your lotion or cream to make it extra powerful.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Allow moisturizer to sink in for a few minutes before putting on clothes.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>If you have any questions about any of this please feel free to ask in the comments or email me. What are your favorite products or best tips for dry winter skin?</i></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sweater: (similar <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uVoe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> | Vest: Eight Sixty (similar <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uVr5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) | Jeans: </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uVnn" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: verdana, sans-serif; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">Paige</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> | Boots: Sole Society </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(similar </span><a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uf2a" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: verdana, sans-serif; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">)</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> | Handbag: Chloé (similar <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uVpX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/uVpO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This was another look I shot a few weeks ago when I was in New York City that is perfect for this time of year. It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of layering and winter is the perfect time to layer a faux fur vest over a sweater. Wearing these pieces together is a great way to look stylish while keeping warm! Fur vests have been big for a few fall/winters now and</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> I hope that it's a trend that is here to stay. While fur is always chic, I prefer to keep mine faux because of allergies. If you try to avoid fur because of allergies or ethical reasons there are tons of good faux options available today. I'm especially loving colorful faux fur right now and definitely need to add a blush faux fur vest to my closet! Below I'm linking a bunch of different faux fur vest options that I'm swooning over so you can add one to your wardrobe too.</span></span></div>
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