January 8, 2016
PURA D’OR a Men’s Journal Favorite for 2015
PURA D’OR in Men’s Journal online
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January 7, 2016
Are You a Food Addict?
When you hear that a person is an addict, you think of that toothless, scratching, shivering, hunched over person that makes you cross the street when you see them. Well let me introduce you to an addict,
I am a food addict and no one would picture my face when we talk about food addiction. I have lost over 115 pounds and maintained my weight for over 7 years. It has been a very hard road that will never end. If I was an alcoholic, I could just stay away from bars but I have to eat in order to live, I can’t completely avoid my drug (food). Let’s face it, we really don’t give food addiction that much thought. You know, people say “just don’t eat it” or “just don’t eat that much”, how do you think that would work with any other addiction? “Hey alcoholic, just don’t drink that” or “Hey alcoholic, just don’t drink all of it”. That doesn’t even make sense right? Well, it really is the same thing for a food addict. We will go out our way to make sure we won’t bring an alcoholic to a bar, however, we think nothing of taking a food addict to a buffet. The struggle is real people, over 70% of Americans are obese, I am not saying that all of them are food addicts but here are a few signs of an addict.
Loss of Control: Eating more than you want for longer than you intended to, even though you told yourself that you would not eat that whole slab of ribs.
Relationship Issues: When you are addicted to something (food, drugs or drinking) we tend to take it out on the people closest to us. When family members or even our close friends bring up your eating habits, or try to talk to you about how much you are eating, we tend to lash out at them. For example, in my case, I would turn to my hubby and say, “Hey don’t let me order a full slab of ribs, and fries. I am going to get just 1/2 a slab of ribs and corn on the cob.” Of course by the time they come to take the order, I order a full slab of ribs and fries. My husband would look at me and tell the waiter that she only wants a 1/2 a slab of ribs and corn on the cob, no fries. I would lose it and we would have a huge fight in the restaurant, how dare you change my order!!!! Of course I would get what I ordered and totally pissed at my husband, (even though he was just trying to help). Anytime anyone said anything about my eating I would just eat more!
Secrecy: When you are finding yourself going out of your way to hide. It could be hiding the amount you eat to just plain hiding out in the bathroom to eat. I know for me there have been many times I waited until everyone was asleep then I would creep into the kitchen and go to work on that food!!
Continued Use Despite Negative Consequences: When you continue to eat even though your health is in danger. I was on high blood pressure medication and my feet would blister so bad at the bottom that I could hardly walk. I would literally eat so much fried chicken I would get sick, but that didn’t stop me.
When I am around foods that are my “triggers” I have to really fight the temptation of giving in and eating all of it. I would shiver, shake and break out in sweats to fight the urge not to eat those chips (or any of my many triggers). I have to keep a temptation free environment. No one sees the internal turmoil, or all that I have to go through to stay healthy. I have been fighting this battle for a long time and I would like to say I am WINNING,
but I tell you that I have to take it one meal at a time, not just one day at time. Because I am a food addict, I have to be careful. If you want to determine if you or someone you love is a food addict, click on the following link and answer the questions Am I A Food Addict?. There are many FA (Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous) meetings that will give you the support you need. Find a location near you Find a Meeting You are not alone and I am here for you!!
January 6, 2016
As Seen on Arizona Midday “Home Hacks to Declutter”
“Home Hacks to Declutter” with It’s a Glam Thing Julee Ireland and Arizona Midday’s Destry.
Julee & Destry
January 5, 2016
TV today: “Home Hacks to Declutter and Get Organized in 2016”
“Home Hacks to Declutter and Get Organized in 2016”
by:
It’s a Glam Thing Julee Ireland, Lifestyle and DIY Expert
As seen on: Arizona Midday TV
1. Dreaded Dresser Drawers-Dresser drawers especially socks, under garments and t-shirts always seem to find themselves in pure chaos. I’ve got a great solution for you! It worked for me so I’m sure will work for you. Here is Home Hack number one to reclaim your dresser drawers and start the New Year off on the right foot! Use PVC pipe to create storage units for drawers and closet to keep your shoes, undergarments, socks, t-shirts and anything else that will fit in them in a neat orderly fashion. You can also use PVC pipe to hold your shoes or to keep your office supplies organized!
2. A Clean Slate For Your Clothing and Closet-We are all guilty of holding onto clothing that we no longer wear because we think we will wear someday soon. The fact of the matter is that if you have not worn it in the last six months you most likely will not wear again. Rather than hold onto things that you really don’t need I have the perfect Home Hack to help you make room for something new and retire the rest to a new home by donating your old clothing to your charity of choice. Here’s Home Hack number two. Hang all of your clothing hangers in your closet backwards. As you wear an item rehang it the correct way. Every six months remove any items hung backwards and donate them. I promise, if you have not touched it in 6 months you are not going to wear it and it is just taking up space. It does the heart good to donate. You can also take your items to a consignment shop so you can earn some money for your unwanted clothing.
3. Disheveled Linen Closet- Sheet sets have a way of separating themselves from their mates just like socks. I don’t know about you but it was always a source of frustration for me trying to maintain my linen closet and keep things together and organized until I thought of a creative way to solve the problem. Here is Home Hack number three. It is so simple and it works! You are going to love it! All you have to do is store your sheets inside their matching pillowcase to keep everything neat and organized as a set and to save space at the same time!
4. Simplified Desk Drawers-Part of what makes us most productive in life and at work is having a little organization. It all starts with your desk and desk drawers. It is really easy for your desk drawers to become a junk drawer and we don’t want that. Here is Home Hack number four to help you start your year off headed straight toward success. And you can start by creating an orderly and efficient desk! Use old ice trays, boxes or silverware trays to line the inside of your desk drawers and create compartments to keep all your office supplies neat and organized!
5. DIY on the Fly by Julee Ireland-Jewelry Organization and Wall Art
It’s easy to loose jewelry and if it is not in sight you will forget that you have it and it will never get worn. Trust me. I have been guilty of this also. Here is a great Home Hack and DIY project that you can do to create a chic wall hanging to display your jewelry as wall art, while keeping it organized at the same time! All you have to do is use an old frame and some radiator mesh. Here’s how you make it!
Supplies:
Old Frame, Hot Glue Gun, Radiator Mesh, Fabric, Sharpie pen, Scissors, Picture Frame Hanging Kit, Paint and Four Door Knobs
(optional)
Step One: Take apart your frame and remove the glass and backing. Paint your frame your desired color or leave it with its current finish.
Step Two: Lay your glass on top of your radiator mesh and trace an outline with your sharpie pen. Cut along your traced line with your scissors.
Step Three: Use your frame back as a template on top of your fabric and use your Sharpie pen to trace and outline. Cut along your traced line with your scissors.
Step Four: Use your hot glue gun to glue your fabric to your backing.
Step Five: Use your hot glue gun to glue your radiator mesh to the inside back of the frame.
Step Six: Install your fabric frame backing to your frame behind your mesh. Optional: Install your four doorknobs spaced evenly across the bottom of your frame.
Step Seven: Install your picture frame hanging kit if your frame is not already equipped with picture frame hooks. You are now ready to hang and organize your jewelry on your wall as wall art!
January 5, 2016
MIYU Beauty in Anthropologie stores North America wide
Just in from MIYU BEAUTY:
TORONTO, January 5, 2016 – MIYU {mee-you} Beauty is now available in all Anthropologie stores across North America – including Canada, the U.S., Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
“It’s an incredible feeling to walk into an Anthropologie store and see your own skincare products sitting on store shelves,” said Connie Tai, Founder of MIYU. “We are tremendously proud to be a part of Anthropologie’s gorgeously curated beauty collection.”
Both MIYU’s de-stress mi and hydrate mi beauty essence mini can be found in over 200 Anthropologie locations across North America, as part of the stores beauty “small’s” collection.
MIYU’s anti-aging beauty essences are lightweight yet power-packed with Asian botanicals to target lifestyle-inflicted concerns such as dehydration or stress. Say goodbye to toners and serums. Daily use of these anti-aging skin boosters rebalances skin’s pH levels, enhances the effectiveness of moisturizers, primes skin for makeup and provides an instant pick-me-up whenever, wherever. Designed for all skin-types, including sensitive.
MIYU’s full size beauty essences + teas can be purchased online at anthropologie.com or miyubeauty.com
January 5, 2016
“Home Hacks to Declutter and Get Organized in 2016”
“Home Hacks to Declutter and Get Organized in 2016”
by:
It’s a Glam Thing Julee Ireland, Lifestyle and DIY Expert
As seen on: Arizona Midday TV
1. Dreaded Dresser Drawers-Dresser drawers especially socks, under garments and t-shirts always seem to find themselves in pure chaos. I’ve got a great solution for you! It worked for me so I’m sure will work for you. Here is Home Hack number one to reclaim your dresser drawers and start the New Year off on the right foot! Use PVC pipe to create storage units for drawers and closet to keep your shoes, undergarments, socks, t-shirts and anything else that will fit in them in a neat orderly fashion. You can also use PVC pipe to hold your shoes or to keep your office supplies organized!
2. A Clean Slate For Your Clothing and Closet-We are all guilty of holding onto clothing that we no longer wear because we think we will wear someday soon. The fact of the matter is that if you have not worn it in the last six months you most likely will not wear again. Rather than hold onto things that you really don’t need I have the perfect Home Hack to help you make room for something new and retire the rest to a new home by donating your old clothing to your charity of choice. Here’s Home Hack number two. Hang all of your clothing hangers in your closet backwards. As you wear an item rehang it the correct way. Every six months remove any items hung backwards and donate them. I promise, if you have not touched it in 6 months you are not going to wear it and it is just taking up space. It does the heart good to donate. You can also take your items to a consignment shop so you can earn some money for your unwanted clothing.
3. Disheveled Linen Closet- Sheet sets have a way of separating themselves from their mates just like socks. I don’t know about you but it was always a source of frustration for me trying to maintain my linen closet and keep things together and organized until I thought of a creative way to solve the problem. Here is Home Hack number three. It is so simple and it works! You are going to love it! All you have to do is store your sheets inside their matching pillowcase to keep everything neat and organized as a set and to save space at the same time!
4. Simplified Desk Drawers-Part of what makes us most productive in life and at work is having a little organization. It all starts with your desk and desk drawers. It is really easy for your desk drawers to become a junk drawer and we don’t want that. Here is Home Hack number four to help you start your year off headed straight toward success. And you can start by creating an orderly and efficient desk! Use old ice trays, boxes or silverware trays to line the inside of your desk drawers and create compartments to keep all your office supplies neat and organized!
5. DIY on the Fly by Julee Ireland-Jewelry Organization and Wall Art
It’s easy to loose jewelry and if it is not in sight you will forget that you have it and it will never get worn. Trust me. I have been guilty of this also. Here is a great Home Hack and DIY project that you can do to create a chic wall hanging to display your jewelry as wall art, while keeping it organized at the same time! All you have to do is use an old frame and some radiator mesh. Here’s how you make it!
Supplies:
Old Frame, Hot Glue Gun, Radiator Mesh, Fabric, Sharpie pen, Scissors, Picture Frame Hanging Kit, Paint and Four Door Knobs
(optional)
Step One: Take apart your frame and remove the glass and backing. Paint your frame your desired color or leave it with its current finish.
Step Two: Lay your glass on top of your radiator mesh and trace an outline with your sharpie pen. Cut along your traced line with your scissors.
Step Three: Use your frame back as a template on top of your fabric and use your Sharpie pen to trace and outline. Cut along your traced line with your scissors.
Step Four: Use your hot glue gun to glue your fabric to your backing.
Step Five: Use your hot glue gun to glue your radiator mesh to the inside back of the frame.
Step Six: Install your fabric frame backing to your frame behind your mesh. Optional: Install your four doorknobs spaced evenly across the bottom of your frame.
Step Seven: Install your picture frame hanging kit if your frame is not already equipped with picture frame hooks. You are now ready to hang and organize your jewelry on your wall as wall art!
January 4, 2016
PrivateRX Intimate Skin Care with Dr. Ronald D. Blatt
Dr. Ronald D. Blatt Founder PrivateRX Intimate Skin Care products
What is PrivateRX Intimate Skin Care. Listen to this interesting interview with Dr. Ronald D. Blatt explaining just that – live on eHealth Radio.
Direct Link for Interview: http://ehealthradio.podbean.com/e/what-is-intimate-skin-care-with-dr-ronald-d-blatt
January 4, 2016
January’s Surprise Beauty Box Giveaway is waiting for you…Enter to win today!
One lucky winner will receive an It’s a Glam Thing Beauty Box™ (valued at over $250.00). Your Beauty Box™ will include the newest, most unique, tested and true beauty products that we love and adore. Each box will include a selection of Full Size products chosen especially for you from our team of beauty experts. Enter today!
One lucky winner will receive an It’s a Glam Thing Beauty Box™ (valued at over $200.00). Your Beauty Box™ will include the newest, most unique, tested and true beauty products that we love and adore. Each box will include a selection of Full Size products chosen especially for you from our team of beauty experts. Enter today!