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Have to watch.. “LIVE! with Regis and Kelly” Halloween spectacular

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It’s that time of the year! On October 29, “LIVE! with Regis and Kelly” presents “LIVE’s” REALITY BITES AGAIN: CHOMPED FROM THE HEADLINES” Halloween spectacular.

“LIVE! with Regis and Kelly” Halloween spectacular
Regis and Kelly dressed up as Jersey Shore cast

No show does Halloween like LIVE, and this year, they’ll feature more than 30 costumes spotlighting the most talked-about names in pop culture, including the Kardashians, characters from “Modern Family,” the kids of “Jersey Shore” and many, many more.  Hilarious actor WILL FERRELL joins in on all the fun, and LIVE’s exciting Halloween costume contest will return as well.  It’s open to any viewer who shows up at the LIVE studio by 8:00 a.m. on October 29 dressed in costume.

This year’s grand prize is a $15,000 gift card for HomeGoods.

Check www.liveregisandkelly.com for local time and channel.

Regis and Kelly dressed up as Modern Family characters
Regis and Kelly dressed up as Modern Family characters

I’ll be watching, will you?   I can’t wait to see what/who Regis and Kelly will be dressed up as and what Will Ferrell has in store!

O Yikes! 50% off promotion – don’t miss this one!

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In honor of Father’s Day, O Yikes! is offering our readers 1/2 off! If you purchase a 24.7 Slingback or the 24.7 Messenger bag online at www.oyikes.com and enter promotion code “247Blog50”, they’ll take 50% off.

This offer expires on June 5th.

The discount applies to the

  • 24.7 Slingback and the
  • 24.7 Messenger bag

I reviewed an O Yikes! Messenger bag in February of 2008 and still use it.   I use my O Yikes! Messenger bag as a laptop bag and a day bag when Madelyn and I go out to the nature center and need lots of ‘supplies’ (extra clothes, snacks, drinks, etc.).  I also have an O Yikes! Slingback that is great for outdoor day trips as it has plenty of room for snacks and drinks and is a very comfortable slingback.

O Yikes! Messenger bag
O Yikes! Messenger bag

Mother’s Day gift ideas from Bath & Body Works

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Haven’t had a chance to do your shopping for Mother’s Day yet? Get all of the greatest last-minute gifts for the leading lady in your life at Bath& Body Works! From fragrances to body products to great gift sets, there is something for every mom! Here are a few of my favorites that are all $30 or less:

The Anti-Bacterial Mixing Bowl Set
Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Mixing Bowl Set

Mix it up with Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Hand Soap in three of their favorite perfect-for-the-kitchen fragrances! – $30.00

The Anti-Bacterial Mixing Bowl Set includes a mixing bowl, hand towel, kitchen gloves, and Deep Cleansing Hand Soap in Fresh Lemon, White Citrus, and Nectarine Mint.

Use mixing bowl to whisk, mix or serve up mom’s favorite dish!

Bath & Body Works Orange Sapphire from Signature Collection
Bath & Body Works Orange Sapphire from Signature Collection

Get mom a new Signature scent, the newest creation from Signature Collection called Orange Sapphire. – $29.50

Master perfumers have layered exotic blood orange with tantalizing notes of white jasmine, golden honey and citrus sangria to create a sexy new fragrance inspired by the fiery passion and sun-swept beaches of Brazil. Mom will feel sexy yet sophisticated with this light, summery scent. With a higher concentration of fragrance oils, our Eau de Toilette gives you a more intense, longer-lasting fragrance experience.  Check it out here >

Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Photo Frame
Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Photo Frame

Picture this – a cute gift for Mom that she can remember forever! – $12.50

The Signature Collection Photo Frame is truly picture perfect. Personalize with photos and your own special recorded message!
The set comes in a variety of scents including Sweet Pea – a fruity floral scent that evokes the intoxicating, floral-infused breezes of the Mediterranean – one of the most popular! Set includes a recordable message photo frame and a travel-size shower gel and body lotion.  Check it out here >

* Overnight shipping is available for online purchases so that you will have your gift for mom with time to spare.

Delightful Gift Ideas (for Kids to Make!)

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Add a Touch of Luxury to Mother’s Day with these sweet and simple treats that provide a welcome change from traditional gifts.
Wow Mom on her special day with these simple (and sweet!) homemade gifts. With just a few ingredients and easy to follow instructions, both treats can be made easily even by young children – with just a little supervision from Dad. And, because they contain Nielsen-Massey Vanilla, the finest pure vanilla in the world, the gifts will give Mom the touch of luxury she deserves.
Used by professional chefs in the world’s most acclaimed kitchens, Nielsen-Massey Vanilla has a delicate and distinctive flavor and aroma.

Whether in a creamy dessert or a luscious body scrub, Nielsen-Massey Vanilla will let Mom know just how much she is loved.

Pots de Crème

For a creamy, sweet dessert that is quick and easy to assemble, try chocolate Pots de Crème featuring Nielsen-Massey Vanilla. With just five ingredients and three steps, it is a simple but delicious dish that school-age children can prepare with help from Dad.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pkg. (6 oz.) chocolate chips
  • 3/4 c. milk
1 egg
  • Dash of salt
  • 1 tsp. Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

  1. With help from an adult, scald the milk on the stovetop. (Scald milk by heating it in a sauce pan until it is almost boiling.)  Remove from the stove.
  2. Put all the other ingredients in a blender, chocolate chips first. Add the hot milk last. Blend on high for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour immediately into 4 or 5 small cups, dividing equally. Put cups in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or more.
  4. Top with whipped cream just before serving.
Note: For an added chocolate flavor, add Nielsen-Massey Pure Chocolate Extract to the whipped cream to taste.

Mom’s Sweet Treat Vanilla Body Scrub

Younger children can help assemble this Mother’s Day spa-at-home treat that adds luxury – without calories! This luscious body scrub will show Mom how much she’s appreciated, and the calming scent of vanilla will make Mother’s Day the relaxing day she deserves.

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Sugar
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 or 2 drops of an essential oil such as lavender, eucalyptus, etc.
  • Decorative, waterproof container

Instructions:

  1. Mix ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Spoon into a decorative, waterproof container.
  3. Wrap in decorative paper.
Instructions for use:  Apply a small amount to damp skin while in shower or bath. Gently scrub skin with a soft washcloth. Rinse thoroughly.
Enjoy these great recipes from Nielsen-Massey Vanilla!