Volum'Express The Rocket Mascara by Maybelline

I am not an excessive eye makeup user. I like some eye liner, a light eye shadow, and mascara. Keep it simple so I can be ready in under 5 minutes. That being said, I am still pretty picky when it comes to makeup. I've tried many mascaras that either didn't last, smeared with even the slightest bit of water(not acceptable when living in Florida with 90% humidity), or bugged my eyes. Many mascaras I've tried have caused irritation to my eyes, either itching, stinking, or even some flaking and getting stuck in my eye. I thought I was going to have to settle with a less than comfortable mascara. I Then I found Maybelline's The Rocket. Let me just...

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The Monuments Men

When offered the chance to see the pre-screening of The Monuments Men, I jumped on it. Not only do I absolutely love WWII era movies, but the fact that it is a true story caught my interest, and I am a huge fan of some of the main actors. Putting Matt Damon, George Clooney, Bill Murray, John Goodman, and the talented Cate Blanchett in the same movie is a recipe for a fantastic film. The overall movie was good.Great acting, good dialogue, with enough wit to keep you chuckling yet still touching your emotions with the somber tale of war. The only problem I had with the film was the overall idea that was repeatedly pushed -- saving art is worth...

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Maybelline Great Lash Mascara and Baby Lips Lib Balm

I was excited to receive a package in the mail full of mascara and lib balm from Maybelline to try and then share my experience with my readers. I'll be brief, but I couldn't help but share these products, as I found them to be wonderful. First off, the mascara. I can honestly say that both my mother and I found this to be our favorite mascara and if we ever were to buy mascara, we would look for Great Lash. It is an awesome product that is easy to apply, lasts the day, and volumizes your lashes. I highly recommend this product to everyone who wears mascara -- I absoltuely loved it. As for the Baby Lips, I also really liked this product....

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Gladiator Costume

Having six younger brothers, I've seen my fair share of costumes and gettups. I've beheld Julian Smith, Batman, Indiana Jones, Pilot, Link, Superman, Obi Wan, "Mr. Muscles", and more -- most of them being made out of random objects around the house, and usually involving a broomstick, a blanket in place of a cape, or/and a belt(I seriously don't think my brothers know what a belt is really for :P). Since we don't celebrate Halloween, we have few costumes. But the costumes we do have -- Batman and Pilot -- are almost always in constant use, which is why many of my brothers were excited to add another costume...

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Author Interview -- Deanna Nowadnick

Hey guys, long time, no post. But today I bring you an interview with author Deanna Nowadick and her inspiring book Fruit of my Spirit. It was a short yet meaningful book that is sure to be an inspiration to any of it's readers.  Enjoy! Hey Deanna! Thanks for joining us. To start off, when did you first discover writing as one of your passions? Great first question! I graduated from college with a major in English, but never really enjoyed writing. I think it had more to do with being told what to write, rather than the writing itself. Working on my first book, I finally admitted my love for writing. I recognized the gift I’d been given...

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Hanover Falls series by Deborah Raney

Author Deborah Raney: Deborah Raney's first novel, A Vow to Cherish, inspired the World Wide Pictures film of the same title. Her books have since won the RITA Award, ACFW Carol Award, HOLT Medallion, National Readers' Choice Award, Silver Angel, and have twice been Christy Award finalists. After All, the newest book in her Hanover Falls Novels series releases in May from Howard/Simon & Schuster. Deb and her husband, Ken Raney, enjoy small-town life in Kansas. They have four children and four grandchildren, all of whom live much too far away. Learn more about the author here! About Almost Forever: Unearthing a lost memory may...

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Melanie Dobson's "Mackinac Island' Kindle Fire Giveaway!

Melanie Dobson brings out the best of overlooked Mackinac Island, Michigan in this charming tale about an adventurous woman trapped within the expectations of her family and a man who's in the same situation, both longing to escape the pressures of society and be themselves. This book was a good, easy read for the historical romance readers out there. Other Love Finds You lovers will be sure to enjoy this book! Celebrate with Melanie by entering her Kindle Fire Giveaway! Find out what the reviewers are saying here! One grand prize winner will receive:</ span> A brand new Kindle Fire Signed copies of Melanie’s Love Find You books:...

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