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 Ladies it's time to step up and take care of ourselves. For me getting up first thing in the morning and taking a multivitamin was the last thing I wanted to do. I hated the taste and texture of almost every multivitamin I ever took. Until now. 

 Finding vita fusion women's complete multivitamin gummy was heaven sent. It is an excellent source of Vitamins A,C and D. It has energy metabolism support as well as great bone support.

 As I've grown older I have realized that nutrition is a huge part of living a healthy lifestyle. A huge part of heathy living is providing vitamins and nutrients to your body. Vita fusion women's complete multivitamin gummy does just that not to mention it tastes great too. 

Best Low-Cal Fruit Salad Ever

Growing up in the South you will find that fruit salad is a tradition. There is so many different varieties of fruit salad but what some people fail to realize is although salads are healthy for you it all depends on what you choose to put in it. 

 Pictured here is one of my all-time favorite low-carb fruit salads. It contains one cup of iceberg lettuce equaling only 5 calories, a half cup of low fat cottage cheese, half a cup of light
syrup pears and half a cup of mandarin oranges. Totaling for only 235 calories.

 The beauty of this salad is it reminds me that you don't always have to give up your traditional southern foods in order to maintain your weight and/or stay healthy. I hope you enjoy the salad as much as I do. Many blessings. 

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Resolve Upholstery Cleaner is by far the best upholstery cleaner I have ever used. I have micro suede microfiber couches and this product eliminate any stain or discoloration on my upholstery. Not only does it clean but it refreshes my couches. I can you use it on sofas but I also use it on mattresses and drapes as well. I love knowing my furniture is thoroughly clean and I'm sure you will too. 

Starting Over... A Piece of Me

 Okay ladies I have not blogged since this past October and a lot of changes have occurred in my life here recently. I have learned over the past two and a half years that being a wife and a mother although both tasks are very challenging this is not all that I am destined to do with my life. 

 Even though I am unsure of what my future holds, this January while ringing in the new year I will also be ringing in the new me. Can we say cliché! Lol But seriously I have such a love for life that 2014 will be dedicated solely to project Rose. I recommend any woman reading this do the same for themselves. 

 We as wives and mothers tend to lose ourselves in the process of raising our children and caring for our homes and loved ones. I myself like others am no better given this scenario. That is why I have decided to change my own perception of my own life. 

 Moving forward I can only hope that this message affects and helps other women in similar situations. We are more then just wives and mothers. We are women with dreams. Allow yourself to be the reflection of your own dreams! Much Love Readers! 

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 If every once in a while you become exhausted like I do keeping up with your house hold, husband and kids then you are fully aware of the price your face can pay. Perhaps this is why they say beauty sleep is so important. Unfortunately as a wife and a mother sleep is rarely on the schedule. 

  So with all that said I have found a solution. Just because you know your exhausted doesn't mean the rest of the world needs to. Sudden Change Under-Eye Firming Serum by far has changed my life. I no longer worry when going out if I look tired or haggard. I know I have my best face on when using this product.  

 In three easy minutes you have an under-eye lift that lasts for hours. That tackles lines, wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness. I am a person that loves instant gratification and finally there is a product that does just that all the while solving these annoying problems. 

Don't Throw Away Your Money!

 Cutting coupons may sound so last generation to some however with today's technology it doesn't have to be. You no longer have to depend on the mail and/or Sunday paper to find your savings. With so many websites and apps at our disposal nowadays you can literally show a coupon from your phone and presto instant savings. There are many websites and apps that now offer printable manufacturer coupons as well .

 Call me a little old-fashioned but I still price check/compare and cut coupons every Sunday. Hey savings is savings! Fun Fact: You can write any company of your interest in their brand or product and 9 times out of 10 they will send you coupons. Another great way to save is a lot of stores now offer price match guarantee where they will price match any of their competitors prices. A lot of stores still today will except double coupons and will provide a discounted rain check if they are sold out.

 Online shopping will provide a lot of savings for you as well and not just your gas. Many websites offer promotion codes, free shipping and season sales. Finally some of the best advice I've ever received on this subject...just because the item you like is priced high in a department store doesn't mean that's the price you have to pay. In most cases if you ask for a manager and simply ask for a discount you would be surprised how many will do it. It never hurts to ask and it feel pretty good having that extra money in you pocket book. 

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 When it comes to skin care you don't have to spend a fortune to have healthy looking skin. I have tried everything from expensive cleansers to moderately priced exfoliants and what I have found is spending a lot of money does not equal better results. I would have to say my favorite combination facial cleaner is L'Oreal Go 360° Clean for sensitive skin. They have other options than sensitive but I use this one because it is less abrasive on my skin and does not irritate my eczema.  

 Along with the Go 360° Clean I also use their Hydrafresh Toner and their Ideal Moisturizer. This combination leaves your skin feeling refreshed and refined. There is no greasy or gritty residue left over. Which unfortunately I have experienced with some of the most expensive products that I have tried in the past. 

 The bonus here is the refreshing eye make up remover which is 100% oil free. It is one of the best eye make up removers I have ever used. So if you're looking for refreshed hydrated skin at a great price then L'Oreal is the way to go.I am a  L'Oreal girl all the way.

Healthy choices start in the morning

 One thing I have always enjoyed about cooking is making things from scratch.  Not only are you able to control the fat content, sugar and sodium but it also just simply tastes better. I know what some of you are thinking right now I just don't have the time. Well let me tell you one thing you always have time for homemade biscuits. You can make them ahead of time. Not to mention they freeze well. Many I have known have argued that it's cheaper to buy a canned biscuit. However if you really do the math it is a fraction of the cost to make them by hand. All you need is...

2 cups self-rising flour

4 Tbsp of shortening 

3/4 cup of buttermilk

First cut your shortening into your flour then add the buttermilk to the mixture. Stirring the mix with a fork. Spoon out on a floured surface. Gently need the dough. Do not over work the dough. It will become tough if you do. By the way I do not use a rolling pin. Instead I use my hands. I looks more rustic and homemade. Once your biscuits are cut place them into a pre-seasoned cast iron skillet. I brush an egg wash over the top of mine. You can also use a little melted butter instead if you choose. Then bake them at 425° for 10 minutes. After that I like to broil mine for an additional 2 minutes to brown the tops.

Note: I do not buy store-bought buttermilk. It is too expensive. I buy whole milk to cook with and when I need buttermilk I will pour just shy of the measurement I need then add some vinegar to it. This will curdled milk and act  just like buttermilk. You will never be able to tell the difference. 

Pictured below is a fried egg, cheese and bacon sandwich on my homemade biscuits with a side of strawberries. Simple, tasty and so much better for you then anything out of a can! Enjoy!

The Southern Ladies Cleaning Schedule

Do you feel over whelmed with trying to maintain your home? Do you feel your schedule keeps you so busy you don't think you have the time to keep up with your house? One more question. Do you have 30 minutes a day to spare? Then great news 30 minutes a day is all you need to manage your home successfully. Here is my 30 minute household schedule. Believe me all things are possible with a little planning and dedication. This schedule is full proof. I am a stay at home wife and mother with a 2 1/2 year old. So it is beyond important for me to have a cleaning schedule that is realist and not too time consuming. One more thing. Remember to enjoy your life and don't spend too much time over thinking or over doing. I have suffered myself from OCD for as long as I can remember but I have had to learn to sometimes to step back a say "It's okay if this doesn't look perfect or if it just doesn't get done today." Before having my daughter this alone would have given me a nervous breakdown. I still have my moments of feeling over whelmed but tomorrow is always a new day. 

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When it comes to weight loss or simply maintaining your current weight it always helps to have any and all tools possible to assist you not to mention a little bit of accountability goes a long way. I don't know about anyone else but I am the type of person that loves to see instant gratification. This app Lose It not only helps you track your food intake but holds you accountable. With the optional weigh in feature you can see your hard work pay off daily if you choose. You also have the ability to include your work outs and daily activities. I would recommend this app to any and everyone that is serious about committing to a healthy and active life style. 

Simply Sweet

 Growing up in the South cobbler is some what of a tradition and definitely a right of passage in my family of great southern cooks. Many I know will argue how "real cobbler" is made. Though I have several different recipes of different style crusts, the one that I have made here (which was passed down to me by my Mamaw) is what is best known by the name "poor mans cobbler". My Mamaw had five children, eleven grandchildren and countless great grandchildren. Needless to say money was not abundant to spend on lavish ingredients. Which in all honesty is one of the reasons I love the recipe so much. Just about every person has these few basic ingredients in there pantry. I challenge anyone to make this and say "This isn't real cobbler". Trust me you will enjoy. Bon appétit!

Poor Mans Cobbler

1 cup Milk

1 cup Sugar

1 cup Self-rising flour

1-2 cups Berries (your choice)

Mix Milk, Flour & Sugar together. Pour half of the mixture into a greased 8x8 cast iron skillet. Sprinkle the top with berries then pour the other half on top of the berries. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown. 

Note: Place your skillet in the oven during preheating. 

Finding your balance

 It is not easy finding the will, motivation or energy half the time to live a well rounded healthy life. By NO means am I suggesting I have found the secrets and am currently experiencing it. I am still on my own journey striving to find that same success. I do take away a lot when I see these motivational posters. That is my goal only in posting them here in my blog. To share the great boost in motivation that they have given me to all that view my blog. Thanks for reading. God bless.

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 I don't know about you but fun and working out are two things I never thought could coexist together but Zumba Exhilarate is by far the best work out I have found that I can honestly stay dedicated to. You have so much fun that you literally forget your working out. I absolutely love to dance and this program allows you to cut lose and dance your heart out. Ladies if your looking to get in shape and have some fun in the process then this is the way to go! Zumba Diva right here! 

It's never to late to serve it up

 If your child is like mine sometimes it is not easy to get them their daily serving of fruit. If I am unable to include her fruit serving in her breakfast I will do a lunch portion as seen pictured below. Today her lunch will include a sandwich of hazelnut spread on wheat with a cup of cubed peaches and pears. I feel it is extremely important that children today have properly portioned food including all of the required food groups. 

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I absolutely love Suave's Moroccan Infusion Shampoo & Conditioner.  I love the fact that there is no residue left over. It gives a thorough wash and the conditioner leaves your hair smooth and silky all while enjoying the beautiful senses of Morocco. Not to mention the savings is wonderful. You get the effects of a high-priced salon shampoo and conditioner with the benefit of a great price. I truly would recommend this product to any of my followers. 

Corn Beef Potato Bake

1 lb Beef or Ground Chuck

1tsp Worcestershire Sauce  

1tsp Garlic Powder

1tsp Onion Powder

1tsp Seasoning Salt

1/2tsp Pepper

2Tbsp Herb & Garlic Seasoning 

3 Yukon Potatoes 

3 Red Potatoes

2Tbsp of Oil

1 Can of Corn

1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheese 

2 Roma Tomatoes 

Wash and cube potatoes. Coat in oil and Herb & Garlic Seasoning. Place in a 9 x 13 prepared baking dish. Cook for 45min on 400°. Meanwhile cook Beef with Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Seasoning Salt, Pepper and Worcestershire Sauce. When done drain. Drain the can of corn. When the potatoes are finished top with corn and then the seasoned beef. Then top with Shredded Cheese of your choice. Place back in a 400° oven. Heat  through until cheese is melted. Then top with chopped tomatoes. Enjoy!

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 Absolutely love these products. I have always used Purex due to my eczema but now they have the detergent plus fabric softener added. The dirt lift action is such a bonus. Not to mention the savings. The Purex Crystals are the boost that leaves your clothes smelling and looking fresh. If you're looking for a way to get your clothes cleaner and fresher for longer then Purex Dirt Lift Action plus Fabric Softener with the Purex Crystals is the way to go! 

Choosing a healthy breakfast for your little one

 Sometimes especially in the mornings time gets away from us. One thing I have made a point of is to always make sure that my mini me has a healthy breakfast. It is by far the most important meal of the day. I want her to have the best start to her day that is possible. It doesn't have to be a complicated deal. As you see pictured below she is having a simple one egg with some shredded cheese. Your choice of fruit. (Here we have featured strawberries and blueberries) Last but not least some whole wheat toast with a little apple jelly. Believe me your kids will absolutely love it. 

Helpful hint if you're short on time. You can always heat up your one egg with a little added water in the microwave. I do it in increments of 30 seconds. My hope is this is helpful. 

Never to late

It's never to late to begin again. I love this. Continue to grow. Nourish you soul and grow.  

Chicken Marinara Mozzarella Pasta

2 Tbsp butter

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 Tbsp Italian seasoning

1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breast

2 cups Marinara sauce

1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan

1 Box of linguine

1 Tbsp Fresh chopped parsley

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet. Season your boneless skinless chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of Italian seasoning. Cook chicken in butter and olive oil mixture. When cooked remove chicken and reserve oil and butter mixture. Cook linguine according to box directions. Drain then toss in butter and oil reserve. Transfer linguini to a buttered prepared baking dish. Place cooked Italian chicken on top of linguine. Evenly distribute 2 cups of marinara sauce on top of chicken. Top chicken with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Place in a 400° oven cook until cheeses are melted. Top with finely chopped parsley. Enjoy! 

Pet Parenting

My mini me with our Chihuahua Dino going for a walk around the neighborhood.

Stepping out of the South

I am originally from Tennessee. I lived there until I was 27 years old. It wasn't until April of 2012 I stepped out of my comfort zone for the first time. My husband is an A & P and works as a sheet metal mechanic in airframe. He currently works for the Indianapolis Airport and that is what has brought me to Indiana.

 Though I am surviving in the "Midwest" and have grown to appreciate it I do still miss the South. All I know is Southern but I am opened minded and learning. Trying new thing and doing my best to enjoy this wonderful life God has blessed me with.:)