My Daughter, The Biker

Hopefully she is getting this out of her system.

LOTD: Too Faced Mood Swing in Smurfette

Too Faced Mood Swing Emotionally Activated Lip Gloss in Smurfette

(purchased from Sephora for $18.50)

Although this shade was a limited edition and is no longer available, the original is. These are emotionally activated lip glosses that give you shades in the light-to-bright pink range.

As these wear off, they leave behind a very pretty pink stain. And there's no feathering, which is always a problem for me with glosses. I absolutely consider these a staple.

So I was so excited to see on Twitter this morning that Too Faced is offering a 30% code today! It's luckybreaks. Of course, I ordered all three of the new Mood Swing shades- Petal Pink, Pink Shimmer, and Berry Pink. After all, I have some birthday money to spend!

If you spend over $50, shipping is free.

Checks?

Do you have girly checks? I do. I am the keeper of the family checking account (the hubs has one of his own so he doesn't have to write down every single transaction like I insist on in the family account) so I get to pick out the checks and I always look for cute ones. We pay most bills online, but I do still need to write some checks (daycare, housekeeper, etc.).

I just ordered the ones above and got a hell of a deal. Start at http://www.4checks.com/ and use code BD2156 to get free shipping and handling and 4 boxes of checks for 14.00. They are an outlet for most of the check companies like Styles.

I was looking through the designs available and laughing to myself that it might be funny to get Ozzy Osborne checks or maybe Fergie (seriously, they have those) or something totally random that I have no interest in that would just make me laugh every time I paid a bill. But I went with the Boutique ones above because, well, in the end, I'm probably not cool enough for Ozzy.

What kind of checks do you have?

LOTD: Korres Lip Butter in Plum

I am still battling some seriously dry lips, so today I got out a favorite for this problem- Korres Plum Lip Butter, which I purchased from Sephora for $9. Note: for some reason, Sephora is claiming it's "only at Sephora" but that's crazy because my local Ulta carries it.

Moving on..... this stuff feels fabulous on your lips and smells nice as well. My main gripe is that there is no applicator included with the product- do they expect you to use your finger? Gross!

I use a small lip brush from a Clinique pot gloss.

And although this feels great and helps heal dry lips, there's not much staying power and no leftover tint once it wears off. You definitely have to reapply quite a bit.

Would I buy again? Most likely not because I don't think I'll run out for a while since I only use it when I need a treatment rather than a lipstick.

Will I keep it? Yes, I do like it enough to keep.

Has It Really Been 4 Years?

Yes, she actually requested "half football, half Princess" cupcakes for her birthday and Sam's was glad to oblige.

I can't believe she is 4 years old.... *tear* my baby.....

Two Things You Should Know

1. This is the cutest thing I have ever seen.

and

2. On my quest for fitness in '10, I am seriously considering ordering the Shake Weight. Fitness Magazine recommended it in their January 2010 issue, and I had no clue it people thought the motion was perverted until I googled looking for reviews. Leave it to Ellen.... God, I love her. But I am still thinking about ordering it. Anyone?

Shall We Begin? LOTD 1-01-10

Hourglass Extreme Sheen High Shine Lip Gloss in Primal (purchased for $28)

My lips have been super crazy dry here since we've had a cold stretch for over a week now. I pulled out a gloss that I've had for a while and often reach for when my lips are asking for some moisture. This gloss is almost like putting actual butter on your lips- it's quite luxurious and feels fabulous.

As with most glosses, however, the color payoff is just not there and it doesn't last long. On the positive side, when it wears off you are left with lips that are back to normal and no longer dry. Pretty amazing for one application.

Would I buy it again? Nope, not likely. It's very pricey and the color wasn't what I expected. I am a berry girl, and this leans more red than berry- which is different that what Sephora's swatch shows.

Hopefully I'll come up with some sort of a rating system to use for my Lip of the Day posts. I am thinking rating based on color, formula, wear, smell/taste, price, and would I buy again. Other ideas?

Happy New Year!

Yesterday we went to a football watch party and I took a dip that was gone in 60 seconds.... well, not really, but it went fast! I would have had a better picture, but several vultures swooped in and started eating.

It's super easy and I figured Sasha Says readers who are just like me and like easy stuff would love to have it.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

3 cans of Tyson chicken breast in water
1- 8 oz. block of cream cheese
1- bottle of ranch dressing
2 tbs. of butter
1 pkg. finely shredded mozzarella cheese
1-bottle of buffalo wing sauce

Mash softened cream cheese in bottom of baking dish. Drain chicken and shred a bit more. Mix melted butter with shredded chicken. Pour about 1/2 bottle of buffalo wing sauce over shredded chicken and mix (chicken should be well coated in wing sauce). Pour this mixture over the cream cheese. Pour about 1/2 bottle of ranch dressing over the shredded chicken. Add about 3/4 pkg of cheese over this mixture. Bake at 350 for about 30 minutes. Serve with chips or crackers.

Happy New Year to you and yours!

You Can Never Have Too Many Lippies

or can you?

Would it change your answer if I told you this is just *part* of my collection?

I'm thinking of working my way through the collection by wearing a different lippie each day. In the process, I'd weed it out (because I have this insane habit of keeping things that don't work for me, just in case I might need them later), and post a review of what I wear each day.

What do you think?

I Never Thought I'd See This

Those of you who know where we live- can you believe what we saw on 36th Street yesterday?

This guy skiing down the road...... isn't that the craziest thing you've ever seen?????

Are You Rue-la-la-ing?

I've heard so much about Yummie Tummie and their midriff-smoothing tanks.... and today they have a boutique with half-price items on Rue La La - where Members get their most wanted designers at private sale prices. And if you sign up by December 24, they'll start you and I both off with a $10 Credit!

Yummie Tummie says their tanks contain secret minimizing panel shapes entire waistline from bust to hips, visibly taking off inches.

http://www.ruelala.com/invite/sashasays

Someday

The Politician is going to kill me for having this pic.

Look at that face!

His class was playing a game where they passed the present to the next person every time the teacher read the word "the" and he had his heart set on getting the gift he brought! So when he had to pass it on.... he was so disappointed!

Right after this pic, we stepped out in the hall for an attitude adjustment and a good time was had by all. He ended up with a Skippy John Jones book and he loves it.

Have Yourself

"a Merry Little Christmas", said The Politician and The Wild Child.

Product Rave: John Frieda Root Awakening Collection

Last May I posted about the new John Frieda Root Awakening collection that BzzAgent introduced me to and how much I was loving the Nourishing Moisture shampoo and conditioner.

It's now December and I am still using and loving the products and have re-purchased them a number of times! In addition to the Nourishing Moisture shampoo and conditioner, I also using the Health Boosting Detangling Spray on both my daughter and myself and absolutely love it.

If you are looking for some fabulous, reasonably-priced hair products (around $5 at Target) to try, I cannot recommend this enough. I did try one of the other formulas of this product line and did not care for them at all- so I suggest you stick with the Nourishing Moisture formula.

Giveaway at Manicure Mommas!

It looks like I've overbought, and you can benefit from my over-shopping!

I'm going to give away these two Sephora by OPI shades. So pretty- but I don't need two!

One winner will win both shades, both new and unopened.

Sephora by OPI Meet for Drinks (indoor pic)

Sephora by OPI Queen of Everything (outdoor pic)

To enter:

Head on over to Manicure Mommas before Friday at 10 CST!

Making My Way Through My Millions of Mascaras

L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara

I picked this up locally for retail price in Blackest Black.

First, it was sort of greyish. And I just did not like the ball applicator- I ended up with large clumps everywhere and had to go back with an eyelash comb and separate my lashes after using this mascara. I never have to do that!

I have to admit this ended up in the trash- I just couldn't get a good result from it and did not like it at all.

Have you tried it? Did you like it?

Makeup Rave: Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF15

Just wanted to give a shout-out and a rave for my new foundation find- Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF15.

I purchased mine for $24.50 at my local Dillard's during a GWP (of course!).

I was noticing that the mineral powder foundation I'd been using was settling in my fine lines and making me look a bit older than I liked. I realized that during the colder, dryer weather, I need a foundation that will give me natural-looking coverage, yet still cover some of the skin inperfections I am seeing as I age (almost 36 y'all!).

After hearing all of my requirements, the Clinique counter recommended Even Better in the shade Cream Whip for me and it's been a great match. I apply it with a damp foundation brush and I absolutely love it. Afterwards, I dust on some mineral finishing powder and I'm shine-free all day. I've been using this product for a few months and have yet to experience a break-out.

This is why I love the internet

I am sure you have heard me go on and on about Curious George and how much I've always loved him. I even did P's nursery in CG back in 2003, even before the new movie came out and the PBS show started and he became such a big deal again

Of course I broke down the door to Target to get George's new movie, A Very Monkey Christmas when it came out this year. We have watched it over and over and it's absolutely adorable and both kids love it.

Small problem, though. P started singing songs from the movie, but he was singing them all wrong and it was driving me batty! I tried to decipher the words myself, but was having a rough time and feeling like we were "kissing this guy."

George and I are friends on Facebook, so I left him a little note on his wall and asked for some lyrics. And lo and behold, George posted some lyrics for me (and so far 42 people like it!). And maybe the Man with the Yellow Hat did it, but hey, I've got my lyrics!

Note on Fridge at Work

Gossip Catch-Up

I've been a little out of the loop, but I just read that Jessica Simpson and Billy Corgan from the Smashing Pumpkins are a couple? What?

And also MTV has a new reality show called Jersey Shore about some guidos and guidoettes that is all the rage?

Is the world coming to an end?

Dear Target,

WHERE ARE THE 12 PACKS OF DIET POMEGRANATE 7-UP?????

You've been teasing me for weeks with that empty spot on the shelf with a label on there, all ready for the product to go there.

And as much as I'm in Target, I was sure I'd see it. But no..... I swear, you haven't put any out yet.

Please, I am craving it so bad! (And no, the 2 liter bottle just won't do, I don't like 2 liter bottles of pop, I'm weird like that.)

Lylas,

Sasha

WC Says

"Where are all the good Amazon deals today?"

I Just Bought Myself a Birthday Present

That's OK, isn't it?

Yesterday I gave my friend Kristie a hug when I saw her and didn't want to let go. She had on this fabulous jacket that felt like WC's lovie and I just wanted to rub on her arm. So silky.

It was The North Face Osito jacket and I actually picked one up for myself yesterday in black at a local store for 10% of off the $99 price. Add in tax, and I got very close to $100.

The hubs was all for it, glad to have a present taken care of, but got on the computer and found it at Backcountry for $78.99 with $.01 next day shipping! And since there's no tax, and ebates offers 4% back for Backcountry, that's a hell of a deal! I'm a little embarrassed that he showed me up at what I do best (deal hunting) but I'm also glad to save $2o.

Ebates: Don't Forget Them on Black Friday!

I got a little inside info from Bill at ebates, who told me:

As you know, every year we double Cash Back on the big shopping days, and this year it’s no different; we’ll be doubling Cash Back at 400 of our best and most popular merchants. One merchant will even be bumping their Cash Back all the way up to 40%.

Happy Thanksgiving 2009!

Off to eat some ham and peanut butter pie!

Later today I'll be taking advantage of the deals at CVS explained at Something for Nothing. (Of course!)

Amazon Prime- Free Trial!

With all of these awesome Amazon deals that are coming up, you'll need Amazon Prime

This will allow you to have free shipping with no minimum purchase! So now looking for items to add up to $25 just to get free shipping (you know you do it too!).

Following the link above will either give you one or three months free trial- who knows how they decide- but when I did it for the hubs he got 1 month free. But how perfect- it will last until Dec 22!

You will be required to enter payment information to continue your membership once your trial is over, but don't worry- there's a way to make sure you aren't auto-renewed.

After you enter your information, you'll want to make sure that when you proceed it says you are getting a free trial and not getting charged for the membership.

Now follow these directions to cancel autopayment when your free trial is up.

Go to Your Account -> Settings -> Manage Prime Membership

Select "do not auto upgrade" and you will not be charged once your trial membership has expired.

Yay for free shipping! I'm going to be going Amazon crazy!

The Case of the Missing Keys

We did some family pics on Sunday morning and of course there was drama.

We went to several different locations around campus, and at one point as a distraction, I gave my keys to P to carry and my cell phone to WC to carry.

About mid-way through, I noticed that The Politician wasn't carrying my keys anymore.

He didn't know where they were, and there's a really long story involving a building door that was propped open, but no longer was, and a very long trip around campus for the hubs to look for the keys.

He came back empty-handed. I then noticed that WC's nose needed to be wiped, so I pulled out a wad of kleenex from my jean jacket pocket. Then I noticed there was something else in there......

Yup, the keys.

Giveaway at Manicure Mommas!

Smoochiefrog is running an awesome giveaway at Manicure Mommas! Go check it out!

Tomorrow

We have family pictures scheduled for tomorrow morning, with a goal of getting a pic to use for our Christmas cards.

And that's not a new eye makeup look I am trying out.

That's poor P's eye. On Sunday he and his buddy M were horsing around and P got kicked in the eye (accidentally). It is looking so much better each day, and I am really hoping that you can't see it in the pictures tomorrow.....

Off to find a matching bow for WC's dress before I pick up the kids. Tonight we are celebrating our 10th anniversary, which some Sasha Says readers may recall actually took place in mid-August. How sad it is this is our first chance to reschedule after I started feeling better?

GDA: Team Crocs for $8.49 shipped!

Croc is having a great sale right now on team crocs- I got these for P (we love the Yankees!) for $8.49 shipped!

1. Log in to ebates so you'll get an additional 4% back!

2. Go to Crocs site from ebates

3. Click on "Deal of the Day" in the lower right hand corner

4. Choose your shoes- lots to choose from in mens and childrens sizes

5. Use code secondchance for 15% off and free shipping- don't worry, the shipping will come off after you enter your credit card number

Happy Shopping!

Dear Martha Stewart,

The other day I picked up a package of Dove Peppermint Bark Dark Chocolate Promises, and they are heavenly.

But your "tips" written on the inside of each wrapper are spoiling my enjoyment of the chocolate. Yesterday you suggested I "Elevate a store-bought wreath with your own trimmings".

Damn you, Martha. First of all, I'm not even sure where my store-bought wreath is, but hopefully I'll find it soon. But you want to me to "elevate" it? I don't "elevate". Things are displayed "as-is" at the Sasha house. Plus I don't have any "trimmings" and most likely won't be purchasing any either.

You also told my son to "Dress packages in candy stripes for a sweet presentation". Martha, re-using a Christmas-themed sack is about as good as it gets for us.

And to top it off, you told WC to "Dip peppermint sticks in white chocolate and nonpareils". Why don't you come over for that one and help clean up? Sounds messy to me.....

Lylas,

Sasha

Dear Santa,

Since I've discovered I have a sensitivity to any earrings without gold posts, I really NEED these Coach Pave Stud Ball Earrings, style 94744.

In fact, Santa, I even have a 25% off coupon you could use as long as you purchase these by Sunday the 22nd. I'll be sure and leave the coupon and a picture of these earrings on the counter tonight so you can find it if you need it.

Congrats to Elaine!

My darling friend Elaine from Our Semi-Homemade Life is a finalist in a very cool contest!

The pirate-themed nursery she designed for her son was chosen to be in the top 10 out of 400 nurseries featured on Design Dazzle!

Let's help her be a winner, and we might be a winner too, because three votes will win a total of $500 in prizes and gift certificates! I'll let Elaine tell you all about it.

Curious George Live!

The Sasha family has a fabulous time last night at Curious George Live with our friends and their so-cute twins. Note that WC and I are both sportin' CG gear. Well, you can't see mine, but he's there on my jacket!

Here- I think you can see it a little better. BTW, P (age 6) took this pic and I think he did a great job! No heads cut off, and bonus: we're in focus!

G didn't feel like being in the pic right at that moment, so that's his head.

If you have the chance to see the show, by all means, do it. The kids loved it! It actually lasted a little longer that I thought it would, but the kids made it with no problems. The show started at 7 and there was a 15 minute intermission at 7:45 and the show was over about 8:40.

WC did turn to me right after the show started and ask "Now, when does Lightning McQueen come out?"

Too funny!

Pineapple Neiman Marcus Bars

Pineapple Neiman Marcus Bars

You know my slight obsession with what I call Neiman Marcus Bars? It's gone from bad to worse.

When Slim provided me with a list of variations on the recipe, each yummier than the next, I knew I was a goner. I knew I'd go through them one by one. Of course, my coworkers are pretty excited, but SIODI isn't going so well..... The Peanut Butter Chocolate version was to-die-for and the one I made this week was pretty damn good as well.

For the pineapple version, I used a Pineapple Supreme cake mix, and added a drained 20 oz can of crushed pineapple to the topping along with an extra egg.

Anyway, here's what you need:

• 1 box Pineapple Supreme cake mix
• 1 stick butter (I use Parkay)
• 4 eggs
• 8 oz block of cream cheese (I use Philly 1/3 less fat)
• 1 box powdered sugar (I think it's 16 oz- but it's the box, not the bag)
• 20 oz can of crushed pineapple, drained
• glass pan (this is very important- must be a glass pan)

Combine: 1 egg beaten, 1 stick melted butter, and cake mix. Pat stiff dough in 9X13 pan that has been sprayed w/ Pam.

Combine: cream cheese, 3 eggs, and entire box of powdered sugar. Stir in drained pineapple. Pour this over dough.

Bake at 350 degrees 30-40 minutes, until top is golden brown. I let them cool and then store them in the fridge.

Local Gals: Want to Share My Sephora 20% Code?

I'll be placing an order this weekend, and I have a 20% off code and they'll be free shipping, so let me know if you want to to include anything for you. Local gals only- I don't want to mess with shipping anything, sorry.

Here's some suggestions:

Buxom Lash
Lash Stash Mascara Sampler
Stila Convertible Eye Color
Too Faced Mood Swing Lip Gloss
Korres Lip Butter in Wild Rose and Plum
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment
Clinique's Superdefense SPF 25 in Combination Oily to Oily
Sephora by OPI Nail Polish
CARGO PlantLove Lipstick in CeCe
The Balm Stainiac in Beauty Queen
Bare Escentuals Buxom Lips in Dominique

Shoot me an email if you have something to include in my order!

Is It Already Time For Christmas Candy?????

One of my favorite candy blogs (yes, there's a blog for everything) is Candy Blog and today they reviewed Dove Peppermint Bark Dark Chocolate Promises and I am tying myself to this chair so I don't run out right now and get some. How good do these look?

Has anyone tried them? Candy Blog says they are worth it, even better than an Andes Mint!

It's Beginning to Smell a Lot Like Fall

Febreze, oh how I love thee. I love that you make inexpensive candles that rival Yankee. I've been loving their limited edition candles since I discovered the Winds and Springtime variety in the spring.

Right now I am enjoying the Pumpkin Harvest & Fall scent. (Note: Dear Febreze, there's no need to remove past season's scents from your website if they are still in store and still in season. It seems silly to me that you removed your Fall 2009 scents when you introduced your Christmas 2009 scents....)

Moving on.... right now these are $5 at Target and you can use a $2 off coupon from the most recent P&G coupon insert, making these $3, which is a FABULOUS deal.

I also picked up Cranberries &Frost scent, which I haven't burned yet, but it smells equally yummy. Same price, same coupon, hell of a deal!

GDA: Disney Store 2 piece PJs for $5!

The Disney Store has their 2 piece long sleeved PJs for $5 right now! I was able to find two styles in size 6, which is what I need for P.

Don't forget to go thru ebates for 5% back!

Once you get to the Disney site, click on Shop by Category on the left side, then choose Deal of the Day. For some reason, that's the only way to get the $5 PJs. Several styles for girls and boys.

Happy Shopping!

These Boots Are Made For Walking

Toddler Girls' Xhilaration® Dafny Cowboy Boots - Brown ($19.99 at Target)

We're doing family pictures in a few weeks, and I've been keeping an eye out for some boots to go with a brown corduroy dress I picked up for WC to wear. I found the above boots at Target and they are precious! She loved them so much she wanted to wear them to church today and I think they looked so cute with her denim dress.

I had a wonderful day with no obligations after church, so I organized the laundry room (stuffed more stuff in the cabinets in there so it would be out of sight). I found some new crayons the kids can use, a Coach purse hidden under some stuff, about 5 other things I'd been looking for recently, and of course, some Halloween candy.

All in all, a great day and I'm super-sad to see the weekend come to an end. Manic Monday, here we come!

Cheese!

I am dying laughing over P's K school pic.

How hilarious is his "Cheese!" face?

I'm so proud of myself- the pics came home Thursday and I've already cut them apart and pasted a wallet in his School Years Book.

I don't promise to keep up this being-on-top-of-things business, but I've got a spurt of energy and am anxious to see what I can get done while it lasts.

If I Were Still Living in the Chi O House

Pottery Barn Kids Brooke Bedding

I would totally have this bedding.

Well, probably not, because I never had any money back then and rocked the Walmart bedding, but still, I'd want this bedding.

Hoot hoot!

I Am Wondering

Pottery Barn Kids Snowman Bedding Collection

Are there people out there with enough disposable income that they are buying special bedding just for the holidays?

Who are these people?

What the hell are they thinking?????

Are You?

Are you using twitter?

I am SashaSaysBlog.

Anyone Clairvoyant?

If you were four tickets to Curious George Live, where in my house would you be hiding??????

Link to a Fab Giveaway

Go visit my friend Katy today. She is hosting a no-strings-attached givewaway of a FREE Scentsy warmer (of your choosing) and 1 scent bar (of your choosing). {$35.00 value}

I was recently given one of their plug-in warmers as a gift and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it.

Go see Katy!

Trick-or-Treating

Here's my two kiddos ready to go gather some candy. I am so proud that P found a costume he was excited to wear- if you've been a Sasha Says reader for any length of time, you probably remember he has an aversion to all things dress-up. But he loved this policeman costume and was so pumped to wear it.

Hope you had a Happy Halloween as well!