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When tanning indoors, a good indoor tanning lotion is a must. Designer Skin has great new products for 2007. Bloom is a product from Designer Skin and has also become a must have in my rotation.

Buying a gift for the movie fanatic in your life has never been easier with these simple suggestions.

Baby toys are so much fun to buy. They are always coming out with new and fun toys for the lillte ones.

Shopping for tween boys is often a big headache as they feel too mature for some items and not grown enough to pass up a fun time.

Shopping for the expectant mother this holiday season will be a breeze with these simple ideas.

Little girls are lots of fun to shop for. These are a few of the things that my neice has circled in her Sears Wishbook

The 10th year Anniversay Elmo, just hit store shelves and is already selling quicker than you can blink your eye.

Known to many as the guy with no shoes in most of his videos, Kenny Chesney has continued to take country music by storm.

Alan Jackson has made a name for himself in Country Music and the hits keep coming.

George Strait has been entertaining country music fans since 1982 when his song If You're Thinking You Want A Stranger made it to the top ten.

The Goo Goo Dolls became more widely known when their hit song Iris was used in the City Of Angels. They have continued to keep the momentum going with other great hit songs

Drive-In theatres are quickly becoming a thing of the past. If you get the opportunity check out the SkyView Drive-In in Litchfield Illinois.

Angel Food Ministires has been growing since 1994. Bringing affordable grocery relief to local community centers and churches, it has become a most welcome neighbor.

With the reputation for quality products, Little Tykes has lived up to this once again with the Little Tykes Roadster Toddler Bed.

Staunton Illinois is a small town with many dining options. These are a few of my personal favorites.

The small community of Staunton Illinois has several options to have a relaxing adult beverage of your choosing. These are my top picks

Dead Sea Salts are said to be the perfect way to ex-foliate. I have dry hands and decided to do a experiment.This is my experience with BeautiControl's Show Of Hands Instant Manicure

It may seem like finding a good denture cleanser is easy, however different brands have extremely different results.

Candles are a top selling item at home parties. This will give you some ideas what to look for when buying a candle from a home show.

I used to think BeautiControl was just for older women. I was delighted to find they have hip products geared towards the younger crowd as well.

Homemade Gourmet is a great company that sells mixes to help make your time in the kitchen easier.

With all of the products aimed at first time parents, promising to be of good worth I have found the Playtex Diaper Genie to be utterly worthless.

Macaroni and Cheese is adored by children and parents everywhere. The question to ask yourself is, are you a shells person or a straight macaroni person?

Most people prefer to have a accountant prepare their annual income tax return. A secret in the tax industry is that most preparers are not accountants and most are just learning taxes themselves.

Having a child undergo surgery is a heart wreching experience for any parent. After surgery there are many things that can help you and your child cope with the recovery a little bit better.

Ever had a trash bag rip because of a soda can poking thru With these heavy duty trash bags rips and the messes they leave behind are a thing of the past.

The last 20 years has brought some new players out in the BBQ Sauce game. Both hailing from Illinois these 2 sauces will add new flavors to your meat.

There has been a long rivalary between Anheuser-Busch and the Miller Brewing company. I did a taste test and came up with some interesting results.

For many doing laundry is a daunting task. With so many brands of detergent available, it is mostly a trial and error to find which one works best for you and your family.

It is a fact that migraines affect 25 million people in the US each year.

Even with similar ingredients in highlighting shampoos the results are always different.

Diapers come in many brands, each one claiming to be better than the other. This is a Mom's look at what has worked and what hasn't.

The Fischer Price Deluxe Jumperoo, is a sanity saver for parents and caregivers alike.

Have a patio set that is sure to impress even the man who has it all.

We all have our favorite actors, actresses, singers and songwriters, and are dying to know more about them. These are some tips to remember if you should go to see where they grew up

There is nothing better than coming home to a clean house after a long stressful day. These are some tips I have used to keep my house company clean every day.

There are many ways to save money by planning ahead for Christmas, these are just a few.

The St Louis Arch is often referred to as the gateway to the west, and is a great place to visit.

Portable appliances are great for college students, renters, or anyone who wants to save space.

A personal account of my trip to visit the Busch Brewery and to see how beer is made.

Whether you are going on vacation, or going to Grandmas these are some items you do not want to be without.

There are many great kitchen gadgets available to make your time in the kitchen easier and easy on the wallet as well.

I had become cynical until I witnessed the kindness of a small town taking care of one of their own.

Watch out Sesame Street there are some new shows taking PBS by storm, and my son is watching.

This air purifier is great for a childs room, great for eliminating smoke, and great for small rooms.

Since we spend one-third of our life sleeping, a great mattress is a often overlooked component in how we function day to day.

It is often said that washing machines are one of the most long lasting appliances you can buy, so be prepared to make a good decision on a long term product.

Every month painful periods were a way of life for me. When I was 27 I made the hardest and best decision to change that.

Summertime is here and what a great way to spend time with your family while getting a healthy snack.

Often referred to by locals as a source of giving directions. The Brooks Catsup Bottle has been a wonderful roadside attraction since 1949.

A small town diner serves up a big town taste. Fresh fish dinners served daily and interesting appetizers await you here.

October 24th 2002 was my wedding day. Out of all of the money that we spent my wedding dress was the least expensive item and I looked and felt like a princess.

With so many new products coming out designed for new parents it is difficult to decide what you truly need versus what is trendy.

Are you taking advantage of all the deducions that could be available to you?

This swing will have you rested and relaxed and is well worth every penny.

The febreeze Scent Story machine has changed my life, gone are the days of burning expensive candles that leave no scent. My house now smells simply wonderful all the time.

The days of getting dish pan hands and having greasy glasses is over.

Shopping for a baby shower gift will no longer be a daunting task.

There are several overlooked ways to lower your power bill that can be achieved by a few simple steps

You can eat for a week and only spend $25 on food with this valueable budget.

We've all had those mornings at one point in time or another

If your child needs surgery, your focus is on them - packing what they'll need in the hospital and preparing them for what's to come. But what about your other children? Here are some things you can d...

Eighty percent of shoppers use coupons everyday to save money. Coupons are another way that manufacturers advertise and encourage the use of their products. A smart shopper can use coupons to save mon...

We all know that if we don't dry our clothes in the dryer we save on electricity, but many of us don't think about how the dryer reduces the life of our clothes. I have started saving money by using m...

June 28th had started as a day of great anticipation awaiting the time when I would give birth to my very first child and ended with the birth of a beautiful baby boy and a million questions. My son, ...

How to dramatically improve your dining out experience by following a few simple guidlines.