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Shop for a cause. There is still time left!

I always like to recommend a good product. As October is breast cancer awareness,there is still time to shop for a cause. Here are some great gift ideas that also give back. We love them all.

Eos Lip Balm – When this product first came out I was obsessed! Lip balm in a smooth ball is so cute. This breast cancer awareness 2 pack is only $6.49 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer research.

Spa Ritual nail polish- SpaRitual’s ‘In Pink’ collection for BCA Month is just a great gift. SpaRitual, an eco-friendly beauty brand, uses vegan and organic ingredients. The formulations are naturally colored and free of synthetic dyes. 20 percent of sales from SpaRitual’s ‘In Pink’ nail lacquer collection go to Cancer Schmancer™, founded by actress and cancer survivor, Fran Drescher. Cancer Schmancer is dedicated to saving lives through prevention & early detection of cancer. The collection includes the following colors: Idyllic, Loving In Pink, Love Is In The Air and Fran-tastic Pink.

Mel’s bracelets – Friends of Mel Foundation in Rockland, Mass – This started In 2005: a small circle of friends joined together to raise funds for cancer research in memory of their dear friend Mel Simmons (who was from Hingham, Mass.). Instead of a hopeful $5,000 the women raised an incredible $1 million in that first year. Since then, the foundation has gifted a total of $3 million to 45 different cancer causes around the country. Known for Mel’s Bracelets, colorful beaded bracelets that have a global following of half a million women – they symbolize friendship, love and support. They have two colorful bracelets: one for $20 and a special edition Mel’s bracelet with genuine Swarovski Crystal rounds for $45.

Paul Mitchell Products – Paul Mitchell Limited-Edition “The Girls Are Alright” Collection: Paul Mitchell is inspiring women to take matters into their own hands, and make sure their “girls are alright.” In support of the National Breast Cancer Research Foundation, limited-edition Paul Mitchell tools and styling products are emblazoned with bold words of encouragement, to help spread the message that “early detection rulez.”

Included in these products are: Paul Mitchell Haute Rollers Travel Set: This set of six premium, 1” hot rollers in a pink thermal bag is perfect for girls on the go; Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum: Super Skinny® Complex penetrates deep into hair to displace water and constrict hair for speedy drying and styling; Paul Mitchell Hot Off The Press: hair spray: Rice hull extract builds a weightless barrier between hair and heat styling tool; Paul Mitchell Express Ion Smooth: Express Ion Complex ™ smooths hair from the inside out for healthy, shiny results and Paul Mitchell Detangling Brush: Super soft bristles massage scalp.

Estée Lauder Companies’ brands have joined together to sell Pink Ribbon products to raise awareness for breast cancer and funds for medical research. The Estée Lauder Companies’ brands are united in the belief that a world without breast cancer can exist. The 2013 theme, “Let’s Defeat Breast Cancer. We’re Stronger Together.”, is a call-to-action that will serve to shift public focus from awareness to increased action, advancing us further towards eradicating breast cancer from our lives. To date, The BCA Campaign has raised more than $48 million to support global research, education and medical services. This year’s BCA Campaign is committed to raising $5 million to support breast cancer research, education and medical services worldwide. The 2013 BCA Campaign by Pink Ribbon products include: Aveda, Bobbi Brown, Bumble and bumble, Clinique, Coach, Darphin, Donna Karan Cosmetics, Estée Lauder, Jo Malone London, La Mer, Lab Series Skincare for Men, Origins, Prescriptives, Smashbox and Tom Ford Beauty. We especially love the La Mer hand cream in its pink container and the Estee Lauder Dream Lip Collection.

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Shop for a cause. There is still time left!

I always like to recommend a good product. As October is breast cancer awareness,there is still time to shop for a cause. Here are some great gift ideas that also give back. We love them all.

Eos Lip Balm – When this product first came out I was obsessed! Lip balm in a smooth ball is so cute. This breast cancer awareness 2 pack is only $6.49 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer research.

Spa Ritual nail polish- SpaRitual’s ‘In Pink’ collection for BCA Month is just a great gift. SpaRitual, an eco-friendly beauty brand, uses vegan and organic ingredients. The formulations are naturally colored and free of synthetic dyes. 20 percent of sales from SpaRitual’s ‘In Pink’ nail lacquer collection go to Cancer Schmancer™, founded by actress and cancer survivor, Fran Drescher. Cancer Schmancer is dedicated to saving lives through prevention & early detection of cancer. The collection includes the following colors: Idyllic, Loving In Pink, Love Is In The Air and Fran-tastic Pink.

Mel’s bracelets – Friends of Mel Foundation in Rockland, Mass – This started In 2005: a small circle of friends joined together to raise funds for cancer research in memory of their dear friend Mel Simmons (who was from Hingham, Mass.). Instead of a hopeful $5,000 the women raised an incredible $1 million in that first year. Since then, the foundation has gifted a total of $3 million to 45 different cancer causes around the country. Known for Mel’s Bracelets, colorful beaded bracelets that have a global following of half a million women – they symbolize friendship, love and support. They have two colorful bracelets: one for $20 and a special edition Mel’s bracelet with genuine Swarovski Crystal rounds for $45.

Paul Mitchell Products – Paul Mitchell Limited-Edition “The Girls Are Alright” Collection: Paul Mitchell is inspiring women to take matters into their own hands, and make sure their “girls are alright.” In support of the National Breast Cancer Research Foundation, limited-edition Paul Mitchell tools and styling products are emblazoned with bold words of encouragement, to help spread the message that “early detection rulez.”

Included in these products are: Paul Mitchell Haute Rollers Travel Set: This set of six premium, 1” hot rollers in a pink thermal bag is perfect for girls on the go; Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum: Super Skinny® Complex penetrates deep into hair to displace water and constrict hair for speedy drying and styling; Paul Mitchell Hot Off The Press: hair spray: Rice hull extract builds a weightless barrier between hair and heat styling tool; Paul Mitchell Express Ion Smooth: Express Ion Complex ™ smooths hair from the inside out for healthy, shiny results and Paul Mitchell Detangling Brush: Super soft bristles massage scalp.

Estée Lauder Companies’ brands have joined together to sell Pink Ribbon products to raise awareness for breast cancer and funds for medical research. The Estée Lauder Companies’ brands are united in the belief that a world without breast cancer can exist. The 2013 theme, “Let’s Defeat Breast Cancer. We’re Stronger Together.”, is a call-to-action that will serve to shift public focus from awareness to increased action, advancing us further towards eradicating breast cancer from our lives. To date, The BCA Campaign has raised more than $48 million to support global research, education and medical services. This year’s BCA Campaign is committed to raising $5 million to support breast cancer research, education and medical services worldwide. The 2013 BCA Campaign by Pink Ribbon products include: Aveda, Bobbi Brown, Bumble and bumble, Clinique, Coach, Darphin, Donna Karan Cosmetics, Estée Lauder, Jo Malone London, La Mer, Lab Series Skincare for Men, Origins, Prescriptives, Smashbox and Tom Ford Beauty. We especially love the La Mer hand cream in its pink container and the Estee Lauder Dream Lip Collection.

Shop for a cause
Shop for a cause
Friendsofmel.org
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Saving on Halloween Candy @NECN

On Money Saving Monday we talked ways to save on all those bags of Halloween Candy!  Check it out!

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Saving Money on Halloween Costumes

Halloween is almost here. My @NECN money saving Monday segment this past Monday we talked about ways to save on Halloween costumes this year.

 

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Columbus Day Weekend – Treats from The Merrimack Valley

It is always nice to have a day off to enjoy the outdoors and some treats! This weekend we visited my dad and made visits to my hometown spots that my kids have grown to love.

1.  Raymonds Turkey Farm – for many years my family has enjoyed these homemade turkey pies and now both my kids love them. We even have Turkey Pie Monday in our house but on the Mondays when we substitute Raymonds for another brand each of us is a little sad as we have not found the combination of thin, all white meat turkey and dark gravy in other turkey pies.

2. Mann Orchards - 

This is another favorite, especially for  their whoopie pies and other yummy cakes and pies. Plus I was able to pick up apples, since we have not gone apple picking this season!

3.  Tripoli pizza – or beach pizza as we call it is a must visit when we take a trip to visit grandpa!  With a location now in North Andover we can enjoy our summertime favorite all year!

 

Treats from Tripoli bakery
Treats from Tripoli bakery
Turkey Pie from Raymonds
Turkey Pie from Raymonds

 

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980 WCAP talking kids fall fashions and Halloween

Today on the 980 WCAP trendymommies.com report we were talking kids fall fashion and of course what is in style for kids’ Halloween costumes.

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980 WCAP talking kids fall fashions and Halloween

Today on the 980 WCAP trendymommies.com report we were talking kids fall fashion and of course what is in style for kids’ Halloween costumes.

Listen in!

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Guys: Volunteer! #BBBSMB #ChicksDigBigs

This week I went to the launch event of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay. Their new campaign Chicks Dig Bigs (as in big brothers) asks women to encourage a guy in their life to consider being a big brother. Did you know there are currently 800 boys in the Boston area who are waiting for a mentor?

BBBSMB also released a survey and the findings show that women admire and respect a guy who volunteers with youth.

The survey found that:

• Nearly nine in ten women (88%) are more likely to give an interview to a candidate who volunteers with kids. Millennial women (ages 18-34) feel more strongly (93%) than women ages 35-64 (85%).

• Nearly nine in ten women (88%) would boast about their significant other volunteering with kids to their friends. Millennial women (ages 18-34) are more likely to do so (92%) than women ages 35-64 (86%).

• If a guy has a couple hours of free time, women would prefer he spend it volunteering (79%) rather than going to the gym (52%), watching sports (33%), or shopping with them (56%).

 

Here is the most adorable video they released!     https://youtu.be/ShsthzISePo

 

To learn more about the Chick Digs Bigs campaign or to encourage someone you know to become a Big Brother, visit: bbbsmb.org/ChicksDigBigs.

 

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Guys: Volunteer! #BBBSMB #ChicksDigBigs

This week I went to the launch event of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay. Their new campaign Chicks Dig Bigs (as in big brothers) asks women to encourage a guy in their life to consider being a big brother. Did you know there are currently 800 boys in the Boston area who are waiting for a mentor?

BBBSMB also released a survey and the findings show that women admire and respect a guy who volunteers with youth.

The survey found that:

• Nearly nine in ten women (88%) are more likely to give an interview to a candidate who volunteers with kids. Millennial women (ages 18-34) feel more strongly (93%) than women ages 35-64 (85%).

• Nearly nine in ten women (88%) would boast about their significant other volunteering with kids to their friends. Millennial women (ages 18-34) are more likely to do so (92%) than women ages 35-64 (86%).

• If a guy has a couple hours of free time, women would prefer he spend it volunteering (79%) rather than going to the gym (52%), watching sports (33%), or shopping with them (56%).

 

Here is the most adorable video they released!     https://youtu.be/ShsthzISePo

 

To learn more about the Chick Digs Bigs campaign or to encourage someone you know to become a Big Brother, visit: bbbsmb.org/ChicksDigBigs.