Let’s Give ‘em Lip! Are you more a lip gloss or lipstick gal? Or are you like me and use a little bit of both?! I like to use a lipstick as my base and then add a shiny gloss finish. Plus, I think it stays on longer that way.  This week on the Safer…

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It’s official….CALYgirl is back on the West Coast! It’s done! Our house in Connecticut is all packed up and the truck is driving cross-country with all our stuff as I write this. The movers probably aren’t making the same fun stops our family did but no doubt they are on their way!   This past month…

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Get Your Glow On with Facial Oils This week we are talking all about face oils and YES the benefits to your complexion! I know you’re probably thinking face oils?! Not for me… I don’t put oil on my face and it will clog my pores and leave me sticky. But oh no… totally opposite!…

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We drove the LONG haul from Kansas City, Missouri straight through to Denver, CO and yes the drive is boring…and flat. We knew our options would be limited on food stops (please no more McDonald’s) so we stopped at Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que and yes the hype was REAL! We had a few friends recommend stopping…

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Hello Friends, I’m back with week two of my Safer Skincare Series. I hope you liked last week’s post all about sunscreen. This week we are talking all about regimens. Growing up my mom always said “You only have one face, so take care of it. Wash your face daily, use sunscreen, and brush your…

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Huron and Get Here!  There is SO much to see and do, we could have easily stayed here for a few more days.  Quarry HIlls Orchard A dear friend from college, Brooke and her family own and operate a third-generation farm, Quarry Hills Orchard in Huron, Ohio. What a beautiful farm to visit and experience. They…

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Today will kick off my weekly series called Safer Skincare Sunday!  Every Sunday I will be sharing my knowledge, education and training as a Beautycounter Consultant via a targeted email and live video.  I will be highlighting and discussing products, ingredient concerns, benefits and more with you all, encouraging you to choose safer skincare for you and your family.  When we are powered…

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Our first stop on the CALYgirl heads west road trip – Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes Region of Upstate NY. This part of the country is truly beautiful, relaxing and remote. Seneca Lake is the largest and longest of the Finger Lake region. They call it the Finger Lakes because the lakes look like…

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It’s happening…we leave in two days for our long-awaited cross country drive from CT – CA!  Lots of anxiety in the house but also lots of excitement for a new adventure! Friends keep asking if I’m nervous and packed and the answer is NO! I can’t pack in advance, seeing suitcases and stuff everywhere makes my…

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Hello Friends,Need some ideas for gifting the world’s greatest dad this year?I’ve got some awesome ideas they will love! 1. Counterman Skincare ProductsIncludes: Exfoliating Cleanser, Oil-Free Face Lotion, Purifying Shampoo, and Energizing Charcoal Body Wash Only $45 – Click HERE to Shop 2. ‘Ohana Flip FlopsOlukai is a Hawaiian Shoe brand Jim and I love! Their sandals, sneakers and slip…

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