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Mar 15 2013
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Friday Faves: The best thing that happend to me this week

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Happy Friday Loves. This week I discovered that Waka Waka is the song that helps me run at my peak performance, so I hope it helps send a little motivation your way.

Today’s post is short and sweet; it’s a little bit about running and a lot about the best thing that happened to me all week.

Speaking of good things – don’t forget to enter our giveaway for your chance to win personalized stationary from Minted.com – that’s a $75 gift card just for you!

Has something ever happened to you that didn’t directly involve you but it had such an impact on you that you will be remembering it and talking about for days to come?

Tuesday morning as I was on my way up to the 15th floor of my office building to start my day in corporate communications a woman entered the elevator just as the doors were closing.  Although I didn’t recognize her face (most likely because I’m new at my job and still getting to know everyone) I realized that she was also on her way up to the 15th floor.

What is the one song that always makes you want to sing along?

For me it’s anything by Mariah Carey.  As the elevator doors closed and we started ascending up to our respective offices the woman broke out into song, yep a full blown Broadway show. I am laughing so hard right now as I remember how it happened as if it just happened this morning.

I know that I myself have got carried away when a great song comes onto my iPod; sometimes I even want to sing or dance, but if I am in public I stop myself before my Broadway appearance gets out of hand.  However, the woman was NOT listening to an iPod, I repeat, she did not have an iPod.

What do you do when you can’t believe your eyes and ears?

I can’t even tell you what song the woman was singing.  I was in such shock about what was happening – and so early in the morning no less – that I couldn’t even focus.  This was the best thing that happened to me all week and every time I think about the woman singing in the elevator it brings a smile to my face.  Has anything like this every happened to you?

Have a great weekend.

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Feb 8 2013
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Friday Faves: Smooth skin, long lashes and happy feet

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Happy Friday Lovlies!  I recently discovered the world of subscription boxes and I totally fell in love with the idea of getting a box full of surprises in the mail every month.  I don’t know about you, but I love getting mail, so getting mail full of little surprises is that much better.

Just in case you are a subscription box newbie (like I was) let me explain how it works…

1. You chose a genre such as health food or beauty products.

2. You make sure the monthly subscription fits in your budget (usually $10-$15 per month including shipping).

3. Sign up and start receiving your boxes in the mail.  It’s that easy!

Here are my favourite products from recent subscription boxes:

This Blinc mascara came in my Beauty Box 5 subscription box and it’s totally awesome.  Who knew that such a little mascara could have such a big impact? Beauty Box 5 only costs only $10 per month (shipping is included) and they deliver 4-5 beauty products right to your door. Other products I have received in my Beauty Box 5 include face wash, makeup remover, eye shadow and lip liner pencils (more reviews to come!).  PS – it really comes in the light blue box with a white bow.

I received this lightly scented body cream from C. Booth in my KLUTCHclub subscription box.  Klutch Club is a subscription box that focuses on healthy snacks, earth-friendly products and active wear.  Basically Klutch club is one stop shopping for everything you need to live a naturally healthy life.  This C.Booth cream is hydrating but it’s not greasy, that’s usually a hard combo to find.  Samples of products that may come in your Klutch Club subscription box include eco-friendly laundry detergent, soy snack bars and flavoured rice. A monthly Klutch Club subscription costs $16-$18 per month (including shipping) depending on the package that you choose.

I first heard about this heavenly foot cream from my friend Tammy @ Makeup Wishes and all I can say is WOW!  Alessandro International’s Heel Rescue Balm is a totally amazing foot cream that will help your tired and freezing feet get through the cold winter.  Kick back, lift up your feet and relax with Alessandro International’s Heel Rescue Balm.

This soothing foot cream blends in easily (because not all foot creams do) and that’s a plus; there is nothing worse than having big gobs of cream on your feet. Alessandro International’s Heel Rescue Balm has a refreshing scent of mint mixed with tea tree (I think).  After only three nights of using Alessandro’s Heel Rescue Balm my feet feel smoother and softer. Visit their website to find a local retailer near you.

Love Always,

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Feb 1 2013
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Friday Faves: 3 Killer Thigh Workouts

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It’s Friday people!  Today I am writing to you with a lot of good news and I can’t wait to share so let’s get right into it.

1. I am happy to say that today marks the end of another great week at my new job, so that’s always good news.

2. I received my first book review from a fellow blogger and here is what As Green from Always the Planner has to say:

“I found A Better You to be a quick and very motivational read.  Tahnya Kristina gives you a ton of tips on how to get started and how to stay motivated.”

3. If you follow me on Twitter then you know that I have been looking for a killer thigh workout and after some love from my Tweeps I found 3 great thigh workouts.  Can you say HELLO Short Shorts!  Check them out and let me know which one is your fave.

- Hot Legs Sexy Butt Workout from BodyRock.tv – this is a killer workout.  It’s not fun because it’s hard work but you will feel great when you finish.  Actually that’s not true you will be sore but your thighs will thank you later.  Set 10 minutes aside, workout your thighs and then take a long warm bubble bath. PS – the motivation to get through this tough workout is to have a killer body like the girl in the video. Do this workout and you will look like that ——————————->>>>

- My Thighs are Dying! from Blogilates – this was the first workout that I tried and I liked it.  Cassy from Blogilates is fun and full of energy; she incorporates music with her at home workouts so that you have fun while working out.  This is not my all time favourite thigh workout but it’s not a bad way to spend 15 minutes.

- Gangnam Style Squat Challenge from Blogilates – I originally tried this workout because the music is fun and anything with a little bit of dancing can’t be so bad. I love this intense quick workout because I can always find 5 minutes in my day to blast away my thighs – especially while I dance to Gangnam Style.

4. Last but definitely not least, here are some of my favourite posts this week from my blogging friends:

- Daisy @ Add Vodka – Job Hopping & Generational Differences in Opinions About Careers (this is a fitting post considering the fact that I just left my decade long career and found my dream job)

- Rachel @ Running Rachel – Do You Give Your All? (really sit down and think about that for a moment. What did you set out to accomplish today? Did you put forth your best effort?)

- Carrie @ Careful Cents - Monthly Progress Report: Time to Make a Change (it is never too late to make changes in our lives and I honestly believe that. At 32 years old I finally decided that I didn’t want to be unhappy anymore and I started making changes.  You can read all about it in my new book)

Love Always.

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Jan 26 2013
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Friday Faves: What do you love about winter?

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It’s Friday and I am happy to say that the cold minus 43 degree weather has finally come to an end and I for one am very happy.  I know that I am Canadian and I should adapt to the weather changes from season to season but the truth is that I just don’t adapt very well.

The elements play a huge role in my personal mood and my ability to go outside, hang out with my friends and go to the grocery store.  I am happy that the extreme cold weather is finally over because I was running out of groceries; I finally ventured out to the grocery store – my belly and my fridge will be forever grateful.

I always wonder about the people who are walking slowly in the rain or during a snowstorm, I ask myself…do they know it’s cold? Maybe they do and they just don’t care because being wet or being cold just doesn’t bother them. Sometimes I wish I could be like that.

I love the idea of winter, I love how the whole city looks right after a fresh snowfall – it’s like a winter wonderland. I love looking at winter through the window inside my warm apartment but I hate being outside in the cold.

Before we go our separate ways for the weekend congratulations are in order for our recent giveaway winners, Congrats Ladies:

- Jennifer K won a complete workout outfit from PV Body

- MD won great hair styling products thanks to Bed Head and Revlon

We have more great giveaways coming your way so keep reading. Enjoy your weekend everyone!

Here are some of my favourite posts this week:

- So Over This – Why Broke People Drive Nice Cars (That’s a good question, are they are broke from buying a car that is way out of their price range?)

- Make-Up Wishes and Lipgloss Dreams - First Impression Friday: Maybelline Whispers (I love this post because I am a huge fan of Maybelline products)

- Blonde on a Budget – The High Cost of Being a Bridesmaid (Hmmm thoughts anyone?)

- Add Vodka – Why Live in Such an Expensive Region? ( I am 100% guilty of this but I don’t mind paying for convenience)

Love Always,

Tahnya Krisitna

Photo by CarbonNYC

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Nov 30 2012
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Friday Faves: Boston, Condos and Fashion

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As you read this I am on my way to Boston for the very first time.  I have always wanted to visit Boston so I am super excited that I am finally getting a chance to go.  Boston is home to many successful people and it is also the background for many great movies.  New Kids on The Block and Ben Affleck are from Boston.  The movies “The Town” and “The Departed” are both set in Boston.

My list of things to do in Boston (because of course I have a list) includes visit the marketplace from the Presidential Election coverage, go shopping at Target and hopefully bump into Donnie Wahlberg (from New Kids on the Block and the hit TV show Blue Bloods) at some point over the next 3 days.

Enjoy these great posts from my fellow bloggers:

- Money Crashers – Hoe to Define Your Fashion Style and Save Money

- Savvy Sugar – Perfect Presents for Everyone on Your List!

- Frugal Portland – The condo that was too good to be true

- Vanessa’s Money – I hereby allow myself to be a spendaholic for the rest of the year!

- L.Bee and the Money Tree – Three things my Mother taught me about Personal Finance

Love Always,

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