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"To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art." - Unknown           Black Bean Veggie Burger With Couscous Source:   womansday.com INGREDIENTS: 1 cup  couscous 3 tbsp  olive oil 1  medium red onion 2  clove garlic 1 tsp  fresh thyme leaves 1 1/2 tsp  ground cumin 2  medium carrots 1  can vegetarian refried beans 4  English muffins Kosher salt Pepper Lettuce Sliced avocado Red onion Tomato Directions: Place the couscous in a medium bowl. Add 1 1/4 cups hot tap water, cover and let sit for 15 minutes; fluff with a fork. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add all but 1/4 cup of the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and thyme, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon cumin and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add half the carrots (about 1 cup) and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes more; remove...

  “Happiness is not in money, but in shopping.” — Marilyn Monroe The Home Shopping Network commonly known as HSN sells top designer brands, for a lot less than retail and is one of the top home shopping networks, thanks to its new Chief CEO   David Rawlinson II . David has partnered with top brands such as Jennifer Lopez, MAC Cosmetics, IMAN, Mary J. Blige, Lancome, Bearpaw, Fitbit, just to name a few. Their product sales have helped to skyrocket the company's broad market appeal. HSN's product listing is varied, from designer handbags, shoes, jewelry, electronics, and bedding. Their top beauty brands are Lancôme, Carol's Daughter, and Benefit Cosmetics.   Their fashion and accessories department consists of designers such as Jessica Simpson, Skinnygirl Jeans,  G by Giuliana, and IMAN. HSN show hosts are professional, knowledgeable, and interact well with their customers despite a live broadcast. Customers can call in live and speak with the designer or give a r...

  “Decorate your home. It gives the illusion that your life is more interesting than it really is.” —Charles M. Schulz One of the most trending styles of design is the Rustic Luxury style.  It encompasses high-end furniture design and blending that with rustic elements (i.e. nature) to produce an upscale look in your abode while still remaining casual.   How To Mix Luxury With Rustic: Browse thrift stores for unique finds Use pieces that have a similar color palette Incorporate sophisticated materials like marble Bring in warmth with candles and blankets Include raw wood beams, and wood flooring Keep the look simple Peruse magazines for inspiration Add modern light fixtures Make things cozy Elements of The Rustic Luxury Style Patina Artwork Modern Books Warm Neutral Vases Rope Baskets Marble Bookends Wrought Iron Candles Rustic Coffeetable Birch branches Soft textiles Nature-inspired decor Marrying rustic and luxury elements produces a beautiful aesthetic that is tim...

 "Every day is a fashion show and the world is the runway" Coco Chanel Keeping up with the fashion trends might seem a little overwhelming sometimes but having an up-to-date wardrobe will make you feel like you are on-trend and when you look better, you feel better.   Updating your closet should not break the bank.  Choose a few affordable trendy pieces that will keep you warm and look chic at the same time.   Experiment and see what suits your body type, look for discounts and deals at your local boutique, and lastly, select neutral colors such as grey, beige, or black to extend the life of your closet.   Shopping should be fun and it is a great way to give yourself some self-love which we all need at the present moment.   Below are Three Chic Ways to Update Your Wardrobe For The Winter Season: 1.                                        ...

Kourtney Kardashian's style has certainly evolved since she began dating rocker Travis Barker. Before she met Travis, back in 2019,  her fashion style consisted of mostly sexy/casual outfits and was inundated with menswear-inspired fashion.    In 2021, when the couple started dating, we can see a shift in the reality star's style becoming edgier and darker which merges well with her fiance's wardrobe style, which tends to happen with prominent couples.   In her recent Instagram stories and posts, you can clearly see the influence that this relationship has had on her clothing choices.   Before Travis Looks: Flowy printed dresses, skinny jeans, pastel color blouses/sweatshirts, gold jewelry and ripped jeans. After Travis Looks:   Combat boots, black skinny jeans, black leather pants,  leather jacket, spike jewelry, platform boots,  black lace blouses, and latex dresses.   See photos below:   Rocker casual chic ...

 " Enter this new year with gratitude for this new chance to create your dreams." Avina Celeste Entertain your guests this New Year's Eve with this simple yet delicious appetizer that will complement any entree.  It is low in calories, made with fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and sweet basil.  Basil is good for your digestion, helps detoxify the body, and contains magnesium.  Magnesium relaxes the blood vessels which can help to improve blood flow.  A wonderful herb to add to any dish.   Caprese Bites                                                                    Source:  Delish.com Ingredients: 8 oz.  mozzarella balls 2 tbsp.  extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp.  Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp.  crushed red pepper flakes kosher salt 24  cherry tomatoes...

 "Love the giver more than the gift" Brigham Young It's the countdown to Christmas only a few days to go but don't panic just yet as these 5 last-minute gift ideas will impress even the fussiest recipient.  A lot of people wait until Christmas week to shop as time does not permit them or sometimes we have no idea what to buy our family members who are difficult to buy for or acquaintances who we barely know.  Finding that perfect gift is the solution when giving cash seems inappropriate.  Check out these last-minute gifts below:                                                                                                                               ...