Even though this picture was taken in the summer, it somehow makes me think Spring. I love Spring because I feel it is the season to really clean and purge. I have had many conversations with friends and family recently with stories of cleaning out their closets, kitchen cupboard, and garages to name a few. Many recycle unwanted items while others put things that are still in good shape out to the curb, secretly hoping someone else will see the discarded item as a treasure. It's funny how we all see what is and isn't a treasure differently.
When my mother n' law moved from her house to an apartment my husband had a yard sale here at our house for the things she no longer needed. My husband is a very efficient man; He does not like to waste time on anything and the sooner the job is done and over with the better. I was not overly involved in the yard sale as he planned to have it on a Saturday and I was working. In between clients I would go out to see how things were going and would feel anxious at some of the things he was selling to the public; an antique picture and frame, pre-war ceramic vases in pristine condition, hand hooked art pieces, still have that one in my dining room. So as he was bringing items out, I was taking them back in. He wasn't too pleased about it, but I convinced him we needed to keep some of these pieces that had family history and sentimental value . Where did I plan to put these things that we seemed ok without the week before? , he wanted to know! A few of the pieces did get used in our own house and other pieces I gave to other family members. The lesson for me was: you either have to let it go, or you have to be part of the project and willing to have a valid reason for keeping stuff! As good as it feels to purge sometimes you have to be rational about it all.
And while on the subject of purging; no time like the present to purge unwanted dead skin cells to reveal that lovely radiant skin beneath the tired, dull winter skin. Perk up your skin with a facial from Skin Deep Aesthetics.
Dermaplanning
This is a great service to have before any spring facial. Removed superficial hair and unwanted dead skin cells and no down time. Done in just 30 minutes.
60$
Send a friend who has not had this service at Skin Deep Aesthetics and get your next Dermaplanning 1/2 price!
Spring Tune Up Facial
Get your skin back into shape for Spring. This Facial will remove unwanted dead skin cells and create youthful radiant skin just in time for spring.
This facial includes:
Cleansing
Customize exfoliant peel
extractions if necessary
Facial massage
Eye treatment
Serum to bring life back to your skin.
mask
scalp massage
Reg: 150 Now 135
Looking to for a solution to slow down the Aging process?
Micro Needling.
aka collagen induction
This treatment will give you the most incredible results. Micro-Needling stimulates the dermis which stimulates collagen and fibroblast production in the deeper layers of the skin. This has a domino effect through the layers of the skin, reaching the surface, creating plumpness and a more even skin on the outer surface of the skin. Micro-Needling can be used as an alternative to Botox and fillers or can be use in conjunction with them. Safe and effective it is the newest trend in Anti Aging skin care that is becoming very popular due to it's very little downtime and immediate results.
Reg: 275 Now 225
Pink Pepper
warm and feminine
Receive mini wash and cream duo 1/2 price with the purchase of a Pink Pepper Argan Body Oil.
Product of the month
Skin Prep
Skin Prep is great for all skin types. As we age we begin to lose our own naturally occurring hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic Acid is a natural component of the skin that helps to hydrate and keep skin looking plump by supporting cells and keeping them energized. Skin Prep also combines minerals and trace minerals which work on the cell level to stave off sluggish cells to maintain healthy, youthful skin.It's a must for all skin care regimes.
Buy travel size and save 20% on reg size.
Sun Screen Protection
You may have been hearing some negative press about sunscreens lately. The reason for this is many products on the market contain ingredients that have unfavourable chemicals in them which are toxic to our bodies and can be cancer causing.
Jane Iredale minerals are made with natural ingredients such as Zinc and Titanium Dioxide. Jane Iredale products are safe enough to be used on infants. For those who do not like a make-up feel the products come in a loose mineral, easy to apply with a very sheer coverage, but still strong protection. Jane Iredale minerals have been recognized by the Skin Caner Foundation and is 4 times more water resistant than a regular cream sunscreen of the same spf. The benefits of the dry minerals is that it is user friendly, super easy to reapply without any messy, sticky cream and no worry about breathing in toxic chemical sprays. Jane Irelade minerals is especially great for balding men, women who wear make-up and for children that do not like creams or sprays.
Buy travel size and save 20% on reg size.
Sun Screen Protection
You may have been hearing some negative press about sunscreens lately. The reason for this is many products on the market contain ingredients that have unfavourable chemicals in them which are toxic to our bodies and can be cancer causing.
Jane Iredale minerals are made with natural ingredients such as Zinc and Titanium Dioxide. Jane Iredale products are safe enough to be used on infants. For those who do not like a make-up feel the products come in a loose mineral, easy to apply with a very sheer coverage, but still strong protection. Jane Iredale minerals have been recognized by the Skin Caner Foundation and is 4 times more water resistant than a regular cream sunscreen of the same spf. The benefits of the dry minerals is that it is user friendly, super easy to reapply without any messy, sticky cream and no worry about breathing in toxic chemical sprays. Jane Irelade minerals is especially great for balding men, women who wear make-up and for children that do not like creams or sprays.
Maho, Vietnamese Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
45 m 4 servings 693 cals-
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- Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the rice stand, covered, while you finish the dish.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, and cook and stir the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken, and cook and stir until seared and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in soy sauce and peanuts, and cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink inside, and the soy sauce has coated the chicken and peanuts, 5 more minutes. Remove the chicken mixture from the heat.
- Line 4 plates with lettuce leaves, and scoop 1 cup of cooked rice onto each leaf. Top with chicken-peanut mixture, and sprinkle each plate with mandarin orange slices.
