tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2600019309232477222024-03-13T14:52:22.845-04:00 The Eyeliner ManifestoA lifestyle blog that focuses on fashion, trends, pop culture, horror films, entertainment, DIY, and beauty tips.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487139142580654946noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260001930923247722.post-39327891887180943312014-12-19T10:57:00.000-05:002014-12-19T10:57:25.207-05:00I've Missed Y'all!<br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">So I guess it's safe to say that I knew I was forgetting something?? We had a fun Autumn and are so ready for Christmas around our house! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Chandler and I got to go to Frozen on Ice at Phillips Arena in October. She has been all about Elsa for over a year now and I don't think her love is going away any time soon!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'm always on the prowl for a great nude lipstick, and this one didn't disappoint! </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487139142580654946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260001930923247722.post-85880986986362795312013-11-05T10:38:00.001-05:002013-11-05T10:38:30.213-05:00THE EDGE OF ALWAYS BY J.A. REDMERSKI *RELEASE DAY BLITZ AND GIVEAWAY* <span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I've been waiting for this day for months now! It's release day for J.A. Redmerski's '<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17374029-the-edge-of-always">The Edge of Always</a>!' This is the follow up to one of my all-time favorite reads, '<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16081272-the-edge-of-never?from_search=true">The Edge of Never.' </a> You can find my review of <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/665266835">'The Edge of Never' here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21px;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Camryn Bennett has never been happier. Five months after meeting on a Greyhound bus, she and her soul mate Andrew Parrish are engaged-and a wedding isn't the only special event in their future. Nervous but excited, Camryn can't wait to begin the rest of her life with Andrew, a man she knows in her heart will love her always. They have so much to look forward to-until tragedy blindsides them.<br /><br />Andrew doesn't understand how this could happen to them. He's trying to move on, and thought Camryn was doing the same. But when Andrew discovers Camryn is secretly harboring a mountain of pain and attempting to numb it in damaging ways, there is nothing he won't do to bring her back to life. Determined to prove that their love can survive anything, Andrew decides to take Camryn on a new journey filled with hope and passion. If only he can convince her to come along for the ride...</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">I hear the water from the shower shut off, and seconds later a loud bang vibrates through the wall. I jump up from the chair, letting the remote control hit the floor as I rush toward the bathroom. The edge of the coffee table clips the shit outta my shin as I pass.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">She glances down at my leg as I rub it with my fingertips. She sets the hair dryer back on the counter, comes up to me, and kisses the side of my mouth. “Looks like I’m not the one of us who needs to worry about being accident-prone.” She smiles.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">My hands cup her shoulders and I pull her closer, letting one hand fall down to touch her little rounded belly. I can barely tell she’s pregnant. At four months I thought she’d at least be emulating a baby hippo, but what do I know about this stuff?</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">“Maybe so,” I say, trying to hide the red in my face. “You probably did that on purpose just to see how fast I could get in here.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I was so excited to continue on Kristia and Ull's journey once I finished Elsker! It was fun to see how they dealt with their pre-wedding jitters and the Elf-Man who continued to harass Kristia in her dreams. They had a wonderful ceremony and my favorite part was reading about Kristia's lovely wedding dress! Ull was the perfect groom and the entire event was written beautifully. I also enjoyed getting to see the interaction between Kristia's family with Sif and Thor. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">We all know, that the Honeymoon phase doesn't last forever. It became apparent rather quickly that whoever was trying to get to Kristia while she was sleeping, wasn't going to give them a very fun wedding gift. What a way to start a life together! Ull and Kristia learned just how much they could rely on each other and their closest family and friends during the epic battle at Ragnorak that they knew was inevitable. The evolution of Kristia's gift of Sight was also fun to experience. She learned that she wasn't just a weak human, and proved to be a valuable asset to Asgard. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I won't spoil the fun for anyone by saying much more, but I have a feeling, the battle isn't quite over yet! The suspense is killing me, ST! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The world that ST has created, is beautifully woven with Norse mythology. Even if the reader knows nothing about this wonderful world, it's very easy to dive in and experience this great love story! I've come to care about and love these characters and can't wait to see what is in store for them! I will be waiting anxiously to hear about Book #3! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">If you enjoyed Elsker, or are looking for a new paranormal love story that is completely original, I would strongly encourage you to check out this series! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Before finding domestic bliss in suburbia, ST Bende lived in Manhattan Beach (became overly fond of Peet’s Coffee) and Europe… where she became overly fond of McVities cookies. Her love of Scandinavian culture and a very patient Norwegian teacher inspired the books of The Elsker Saga (TUR, ELSKER and ENDRE). She is an audio co-host of #NALitChat, and helps compile indie new releases for the USA Today HEA blog. She hopes her characters make you smile and that one day, pastries will be considered a health food.</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Find ST on Twitter, her blog, or send her an e-mail. While you’re at it, introduce yourself to @UllMyhr -- when he’s not saving the cosmos from dark elves, he loves meeting new friends. Especially the human kind. </span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Author social media links</u>:</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Blog: </span><a href="http://stbende.blogspot.com/" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1380458577469_2311" style="background-color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">http://stbende.blogspot.com/</a><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Goodreads: </span><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/stbende" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1380458577469_2212" style="background-color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">http://www.goodreads.com/stbende </a><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Twitter: </span><a href="https://twitter.com/stbende" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1380458577469_2312" style="background-color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/stbende </a><span style="background-color: white;">or @stbende</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Pinterest: </span><a href="http://pinterest.com/stbende/" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1380458577469_2313" style="background-color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">http://pinterest.com/stbende/ </a><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Email: stbende(at)gmail(dot)com</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;"><b><u>Excerpt</u></b>: </span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“What do you want to know?” Ull lowered his sunglasses lazily and eyed me with a look that made my insides burn.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Well,” I paused. “Uh… what am I supposed to do if I’m attacked?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“You mean if this happened?” Ull launched himself off the chaise, wrapping one arm around my waist and dragging me across the beach. He cradled me in his arms and landed in the froth where the ocean met the shore.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“See? I’m totally defenseless?” I gazed up at him, my back pressed firmly against the wet sand. He hovered over me, supporting his weight on his forearms. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I am afraid you are.” Piercing blue eyes locked in on mine. Between the depth of his stare and the heat from his abs, I forgot everything else. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Um …” I bit my bottom lip. </span><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">Ull tilted his head to one side, a small smile playing at one corner of his mouth. “Now what did you want to know?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I--” I broke off as a wave washed over us. The warm saltwater lapped up to my waist then retreated, leaving a film of sand over my legs. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“You were asking me how to defend yourself?” Dangit, it was hard to focus with Ull’s dripping body pressing against mine. Yes, I wanted whatever it was I’d asked about. Self-defense, right. But there was something else I wanted more.</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">I bent my knee and twined my calf around Ull’s. I shifted my hips just an inch and stared into those endless blue eyes. They sparkled in the sunlight. My arms were trapped beneath his torso, so I turned my palms upward to touch the spot where his chest met his shoulders. It was so smooth, so firm, and so very, very warm. My eyes never left his as I moved my thumb along the line of his shoulder, down his biceps and down to the crook of his arm. I drew a slow circle inside his elbow and Ull blinked. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Kristia,” he whispered. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Yes?” I tried to reach up to stroke the stubble lining his square chin, but my arms were pinned.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“You are not trying to defend yourself.”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“So?” I raised my head and kissed his jaw. “Maybe I don’t feel like fighting you off.”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Mmm,” Ull closed his eyes as I kissed my way up to his ear. “So if someone came after you, you would just let them do this?” </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">He swiftly rolled onto his back, forcing me on top of him. He shoved his fingers in my hair and tugged gently, pulling my head back. He kept the other hand just above the bottom of my bikini, firmly pressing my hips into his. I squirmed against the hold, trying to find a way out of his grip. Though I tactically had the upper hand, I couldn’t move.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Well I wouldn’t let just anyone do this.”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I should hope not,” he growled softly. He raked his teeth along my throat and paused at the hollow of my neck. “Because this could end very badly for you.” He ran his tongue along my collarbone. I shivered.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">In a lightning-quick move, Ull flipped me onto my back and pinned my arms above my head with one hand. I gazed adoringly at the fierce assassin glowering over me. “And this. What would you do if someone did this to you?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Uh,” I blinked. If I told Ull what I really wanted to do right now, I’d turn every possible shade of crimson.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Focus Kristia.” Ull stared at me. “What would you do if you were trapped?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I… uh… I’d,” I blushed. “You seriously want me to fight you off?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“If you are so bent on going through with this little exercise, then yes. Give it your best shot. And then I believe, you promised to pay me for the lesson.”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Gladly.” I narrowed my eyes and wrenched my arm as hard as I could. It didn’t budge. I tried again but it was futile. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“You are outmaneuvered and I am twice your weight. Try something else.” Ull commanded.</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">I threw my shoulder into his chest and tried to roll to one side.</span><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“You cannot out-force me. Look at the difference in our masses. Think tactically, Kristia. What can you do that will debilitate me?”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">My eyes widened. “You don’t want me to--”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I want you to find a way to get me off you. Do what you have to do.”</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">I closed my eyes and raised a knee to his groin. Ull groaned and rolled off me.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“I’m so sorry! You said to--”</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“That was good.” He rolled back with a grimace. “But if someone is bent on capturing you, they will come back for more. And quickly. Your next step should be to run.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">“Run, darling.” It was a threat. “Now.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Blazers, boyfriend tees and skinny jeans are like my uniform once the weather permits. My favorite accessory for finishing off this look are Lariat and Tassel Pendant necklaces. There are so many styles available that it's really hard to just settle for a couple. There are some great options in very reasonable prices out there right now. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487139142580654946noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260001930923247722.post-40733728802725665582013-09-11T11:07:00.000-04:002013-09-11T11:07:00.265-04:00September 11th, 2013<br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12 years have flown past and we still remember the most tiny details of that tragic day. Many went to work and never made it home. Others packed suitcases that they never got to open. The brave First Responders who ran in, only thinking of getting people to safety. All need to be honored for their sacrifices. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487139142580654946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-260001930923247722.post-67707004418970749882013-08-05T19:30:00.000-04:002013-08-06T00:20:12.926-04:00Summer of Books<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Hello, Lovelies! I'm so excited about sharing some of my favorite books that I've been barreling through this Summer! I don't know about you, but I definitely miss all the books we were assigned to read over Summer break in high school! I lived for those days that I got to make a trip to Tattersall's, the small bookstore right down the road from my house. I always got the required books and a few extras for fun.</span><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>
<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">When I was younger, I had to beg my mom for anything by R.L.Stine. For me, it's always been the scarier, the better. My mom hated it. She always bargained with me to get a normal book and then my usual Fear Street selection. This was awesome for me, because all knew was that I was getting 2 books instead. The other thing that probably drove her nuts was that I always read like 3-4 books at the same time. I couldn't help myself! I needed more adventures, I guess!</span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br></span><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The first books that I flew through this Summer, were <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Unbecoming-Mara-Dyer-Trilogy/dp/1442421762/ref=tmm_hrd_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1350682261&sr=8-1">'The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer'</a> and '<a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Evolution-Mara-Dyer-Trilogy/dp/1442421797/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_y">The Evolution of Mara Dyer.'</a> My friend, Megan, recommended them to me and I'm so glad she did! They are great! They were written by the lovely <a href="http://www.michellehodkin.com/">Michelle Hodkin</a>, and are part of a trilogy. The final book is due out next June! I encourage you to check out her website! There's a ton of information there and she's just an all around great person! </span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">'Mara Dyer doesn't think life can get any stranger than waking up in a hospital with no memory of how she got there.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> It can.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> She believes there must be more to the accident she can’t remember that killed her friends and left her mysteriously unharmed.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> There is.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> She doesn't believe that after everything she’s been through, she can fall in love.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> She’s wrong.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> After Mara survives the traumatizing accident at the old asylum, it makes sense that she has issues. She lost her best friend, her boyfriend, and her boyfriend’s sister, and as if that weren't enough to cope with, her family moves to a new state in order to give her a fresh start. But that fresh start is quickly filled with hallucinations—or are they premonitions?—and then corpses, and the boundary between reality and nightmare is wavering. At school, there’s Noah, a devastatingly handsome charmer who seems determined to help Mara piece together what’s real, what’s imagined—and what’s very, very dangerous.</span><br style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"> This fast-paced psychological—or is it paranormal?—thriller will leave you breathless for its sequel, </span><i style="background-color: white;">The Evolution of Mara Dyer</i><span style="background-color: white;">.'</span></span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'm so glad that I started this series after the second book was already out! I'm super impatient, and glad that I had 'The Evolution of Mara Dyer' ready to go! </span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I would recommend this series to anyone that is a fan of a fun paranormal series. I had no idea what the outcome would be as I read along. I will say, that the best part for me, was that no one sparkled :) Just kidding! This was such a fun ride, and I don't want to give too much away! I can just encourage you to please check these gems out! </span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Sorry it's been so long between posts! I've been enjoying this Summer with the babies, and I hope you all have been having fun too!</span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What are some good suggestions for my next read? I would love to hear some! Also, I'm on <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/14547014-lyndsey-aaron">Goodreads</a>! Send over a friend request, and I'll follow along!</span><br>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">If you know me, you probably know about my love for True Blood and the awesome Viking Vampire, Eric Northman. Alexander Skarsgard owns that role. That being said, i</span><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">t's time for the </span><a href="http://www.naalley.com/p/na-crush-tournament.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">NA Crush Tournament</a><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">! If you love Norse Mythology, then I would strongly suggest that you all check out a fab book by </span><a href="http://stbende.blogspot.com/" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">S T Bende</a><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> called </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CGL33S2" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Elsker</a><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">. Loving ASkars is also a great reason to check it out! She actually met the inspiration for her book, the one and only Alexander Skarsgard!!! Please check out the post and pics from this awesome moment, </span><a href="http://stbende.blogspot.com/2013/06/the-day-i-met-ull-i-mean-alexander.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">here</a><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Before finding domestic bliss in suburbia, ST Bende lived in Manhattan Beach (became overly fond of Peet’s Coffee) and Europe… where she became overly fond of the musical Cats. Her love of Scandinavian culture and a very patient Norwegian teacher inspired The Elsker Saga. She hopes her characters make you smile and that one day pastries will be considered a health food.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">You can follow ST Bende on Twitter <a href="http://en.twitter.com/stbende" style="text-decoration: none;">@stbende</a>, or send an e-mail to stbende(at)gmail(dot)com. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Blog: <a href="http://stbende.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;">http://stbende.blogspot.com/</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Goodreads: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/stbende" style="text-decoration: none;">http://www.goodreads.com/stbende</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/stbende" style="text-decoration: none;">https://twitter.com/stbende</a> or @stbende<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">ELSKER - Book 1, THE ELSKER SAGA<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">At eight o’clock, a firm knock interrupted my reading. I picked my way through the flower shop that our living room had become and opened the door.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">“Oh good, you kept my peace offerings.” Ull treated me to a rakish grin.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">“Just a few of them,” I muttered. “Come on in.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">“Please come.” He looked so adorable standing on my stoop, his scarf casually thrown across the grey sweater under his coat. I gave in quicker than I meant to. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">“Fine.” I grabbed my coat from the closet by the door and shoved my keys and wallet into the pocket.<br /><br />“Where are we off to?” I closed the door behind me and followed Ull into the brisk night, waiting for his promised explanation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">But he didn’t say anything. Instead, he put his hand on the small of my back and guided me away from campus. I shivered and noticed that Ull wore his jacket open, at ease in the chill. As we rounded the corner, Ull dropped his hand to clasp mine. It was so warm, so strong, and for a moment I forgot to be mad at him. We walked in silence as he led me down the main road. After two right turns, I found myself standing in a quiet garden. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">B&N: <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/elsker-st-bende/1115161284?ean=2940016665375&itm=1&usri=2940016665375" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">http://www.<wbr></wbr>barnesandnoble.com/w/elsker-<wbr></wbr>st-bende/1115161284?ean=<wbr></wbr>2940016665375&itm=1&usri=<wbr></wbr>2940016665375</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Can we just say that it happened very recently? My mom finally handed over her awesome Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 from the late 80's. It's literally in perfect condition and will be loved by me forever! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Happy Thursday, ya'll! I wanted to share a fun and beautiful project that I recently completed. If you know me, you know that I love wreaths. I love having an excuse to make a new one. Any holiday is acceptable and fair game. The best for me, is making one for someone that I love. This Bubble Burlap wreath is perfect for spring and warmer weather. I love how versatile burlap is and I have used it for many things. </span><br />
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Add the colored burlap and pin as you go around the wreath. Cover the colored burlap with the Zebra ribbon and pin in the same places until you've gone all the way around the wreath. Finish up by tying a large bow and securing it at the bottom of the wreath with floral pins. Add an option letter to the wreath for embellishment.</div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'm linking up with <a href="http://www.becauseshannasaidso.blogspot.com/2013/04/random-wednesday-28-distracted.html">Shanna</a> today, for Random Wednesday! Love this girl! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Hi Lovelies! It has been far too long since I wrote a post, but I've been busy working on a new project and I'm so excited to share it with you! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My daughter is 2 and a half years old. She loves getting dressed up. I am constantly getting her out of my jewelry. I decided to start making bubblegum necklaces bracelets for her and when I had other people ask me about making necklaces and bracelets for their daughters, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SparkleCatJewelry">Sparkle Cat Jewelry</a> was born. One day while putting a few together, I asked Chandler what she thought we should call the necklaces. "Sparkle Cat" was her answer and I decided that was perfect. I also am making necklaces and bracelets for adults. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I've made a <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SparkleCatJewelry">Facebook page</a> and am now taking custom orders. Please share with your friends! Right now, we're doing a Giveaway for a $25 Credit for anything you would like. Once we reach 200 fans, the winner will be announced! You must "Like" Sparkle Cat's Facebook page and share the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=537740429609996&set=a.526596467391059.1073741825.526583100725729&type=1">Giveaway picture</a> to be eligible!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I look forward to creating special pieces for you and your daughters! Here are a few necklaces and bracelets that I've been working on!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I linked up with one of my favorites today. <a href="http://becauseshannasaidso.blogspot.com/">Shanna</a> is totally cool, so please go check her blog out and follow along!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I have an affinity for books. I'm always reading something, and 9 times out of 10, you can find one in my purse, one in a tote nearby, and if I ever leave the house, one in my car, just in case. You never know when you might get to go on a long adventure in the car and actually have to talk to someone if you aren't prepared. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I hope all of you had a great Valentine's Day with the ones you love! I was spoiled and had a wonderful meal. It was so nice to spend time with my sweet little family and not get out for a busy dinner somewhere loud and probably full of carnations. I hate that smell. Baby's breath annoys me too. I'm glad Skip opted for the beautiful red tulips. They make be feel hopeful that spring is getting closer and this bipolar winter weather we've had here in Georgia will be over soon!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The one fun thing I got to do this winter, was testing the products that <a href="http://www.influenster.com/">Influenster</a> sent to me in the Holiday Vox Box. If you don't know about Influenster, I encourage you to go to the site and check them out! It's a great opportunity to be introduced to cool new products that will be available to everyone in stores! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The last product that I received was the Kiss Nail Dress strips. I'm still on the fence about these. I feel like I have some skills in the nail design department. I'd rather just do my own rhinestones than have to worry about shaping these sticky little buggers. They lasted a couple days, but I wouldn't invest in these for every day use, maybe a special night out. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I hope that you will all go out and try some of these cool products. I am so glad that Influenster gave me a chance to try them! Hope you all have a fabulous weekend! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>I can't believe how fast this weekend went by! At least I got caught up on everything that's been running through my head these last few days! I have a constant mental check list to keep up with, and I love getting everything done! I'm linking up with <a href="http://acompletewasteofmakeup.com/">Neely</a> and <a href="http://www.ashleylately.com/">Ashley</a> for Sunday Social this week! </b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Hey everyone! I was nominated for a Liebster Award! Thanks so much to <a href="http://rebekaheliz.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rebekah</a> for thinking of me! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. I love horror films, and I'm so not afraid of saying how much I enjoy the ridiculous B-movies!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Autumn is by-far my favorite!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I like Instagram just fine, but Pinterest is so much fun I tend to get myself in trouble!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I've always loved History and Literature</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Can I say i prefer a good Lip Stain instead? :)</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I don't really have a favorite type! I love anything that catches my eye and can keep my attention! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I love a good chevron!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I love making wreaths, and I've gotten such great inspiration from postings on Pinterest!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My love affair with coffee will stand the test of time, however a good cup of tea will cure any ailment!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My guilty pleasures are any Real Housewives except NYC...I also love Shahs of Sunset, Million Dollar Decorators and Jerseylicious! My husband really wishes I could cut them out but it's not happening, unfortunately for him!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Madison at <a href="http://madisonclaireharrington.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Ms. Madison Claire</a></span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Chelsea at <a href="http://www.hautechildinthecity.com/" target="_blank">Haute Child in the City</a></span></center>
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3. Christine at <a href="http://xadayinthelifex.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">A Day in the Life</a></span></center>
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4. Sarah at <a href="http://sarahschampange.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">champagne for breakfast</a></span></center>
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5. Jamie at <a href="http://forevereightyone.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Forever81</a></span></center>
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6. Lady Grace at <a href="http://www.ladyelizabethgrace.com/" target="_blank">Lady Elizabeth Grace</a></span></center>
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7. Heidi at <a href="http://www.polkadotpixies.com/" target="_blank">Polka Dot Pixies</a></span></center>
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8. Rachel at <a href="http://rachiecakes-rachael.blogspot.com/">Rach.E.Cakes</a></span></center>
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9. Beverly at <a href="http://lalalovelearnandlaugh.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">la la Love, Learn & Laugh</a></span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. Amanda at <a href="http://plaidandpreppy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">The Plaid Princess</a></span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11. Amanda at <a href="http://whathopesanddreamsaremadeof.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">what hopes & dreams are made of</a></span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Where would your dream vacation be?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. What is your favorite recipe? (I might want it later :) )</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11. How did you come up with your Blog name?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Thanks again to Rebekah for this honor! I can't wait to get to know all of your better!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I don't know about you guys, but this week has been the hardest yet! I just can't seem to get back in my normal routine. I'm definitely ready for the weekend to get here, just so I can play catch up. Wednesday has always been a highlight of my week, but Shanna just makes them that much better!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today I'm linking up with my girl Shanna at <a href="http://becauseshannasaidso.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Because Shanna Said So</a> for Random Wednesday...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's hard to believe Christmas was almost 2 weeks ago! Getting back into the swing of things is always tough, but it's also nice to get everything back to normal and then start preparing for our next celebration. I've got a month to get Jake's birthday party planned. I'm starting to freak out a little bit, but I know it'll all come together. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today I wanted to show you a few things that I've been loving since we unwrapped gifts. I don't think it's ever too early for making a wish list, just because. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This bracelet will be in my jewelry box! I think it is so glamorous and would be perfect for a viewing party of<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343092/" target="_blank"> 'The Great Gatsby!'</a> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">(P.S. You need to be warned that my obsession with ALL things F.Scott is going to be at a fever pitch by the time May 10th gets here.)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">How awesome is that address stamp from Fawnsberg? I love that there is such a resurgence of hand-written style typography going on these days! It is wonderful that so many artists have the opportunity to show off their talents. The simple elegance of this stamp makes it a must-have! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I hope that all of you have a great week getting back to work! These great items have inspired me so I may make it until the weekend! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Is anyone else still worn out from all that celebrating we did a couple weeks ago? I'm still trying to get back in the swing of things! My house still looks like it's been hit by the Toy Tornado, but at least the tree is gone. </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Yes! Especially since the last couple of months have been filled with nothing but holiday treats...I always eat salads and we grill vegetables and fish or chicken at home. There's always room for improvement, so I want to stop eating out and add some change to my wallet as well as my eating habits! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Every night we could, we took Chandler and Jake out to look at Christmas lights. They loved getting to see the pretty displays and the occasional Christmas cookie that we let them enjoy while we were out. I really enjoyed getting to spend some much needed time with all of our family. The Hanging of the Greens at my aunt's church is always a fun night to start off the Christmas season. It's also a great spot to possibly get a picture for our Christmas cards :) </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The craziness that arrived! Any tips on toy organization would be greatly appreciated!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skip surprised me with an awesome gift that he picked out all by himself! I must brag a little and show these beauties off! I'm officially obsessed!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. What is something you hope that you accomplish in 2013 that you did not in 2012?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I would love to regularly participate in 5K's...I think that I need to find someone who is really interested and can hold me accountable for doing the work. It's always easier when you have a friend to participate with you! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Name 3 things happening this year you are excited about and why:</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Jake turns 1 on February 9th, and I'm already in party planning mode. I love getting everything organized and made and then seeing how great everything comes together! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skip will be turning 30 on May 20th. I can't wait to see how we celebrate! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'm already looking forward to our annual beach vacation in August! </span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I hope that everyone had a happy Holiday season and got to spend a lot of time with those you love! I'm glad to be back! Sorry for such a long but needed break!</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Here are the questions for next week:</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. What is the name of your blog? How long have you been blogging?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Why do you blog?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. What is the first blog you ever followed?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. What is your favorite post you wrote in 2012?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. What are your blogging goals for 2013?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. Top 3 favorite blogs to follow?</span></center>
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Have a great week everyone!</span></center>
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