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We all have wounds.  Some bigger than others.  Often we justify our actions, behaviors, etc. based on these wounds and then wonder why we continue to live the same life.  Stagnant!  Reliving the past hurts and pains day in and day out.  We allow it to control our lives and define it.  It becomes comfortable . . . miserably comfortable! "Often it is the deepest pain that empowers you to grow into your highest self" Let's face it, most of life is justifiable in one way or another.  Does that make it right?  No way. . . We all have a choice.  Unless your boss is holding a gun to your head, your lover with a knife to the throat, or a road way full of mines-WE HAVE A CHOICE!  We can continue to run and shove the mistakes, heartache, and dark parts of ourselves under the bed; or we can face them head on without excuses and justification. “The eyes are useless if the mind is blind.” The biggest problem I see in justification it is a powerful disengagement m

Save Nepal by tophercouture   Be a re-occurring donor or make a one time offering. Every little bit helps Founder, Chris Williamson & his team to bring aide to those affected around the world by devastation and hard times. As a personal friend to him, I love that I get to see exactly where my donations have gone and even have received personal letter(s) from some of those helped. As we speak he is making a 34 hr flight to Nepal packed with little for him and a ton for a torn country. http://www.dreambuilders.help/

Chicken Wraps 1 lb chicken tenders 6 tbsp buffalo sauce [split into 4 tb & 2 tb]  I used Guy Fieri to cook & tossed with Frank's Red Hot 12 Romaine Lettuce leaves PAM Spray Preheat oven to 350 PAM Spray a casserole dish Toss chicken tenders in 4 tsp of sauce Place in casserole dish and cover with tin foil.  Cook for 10-15 mins. Cool.  Cube Chicken.  Toss with remaining 2 tbsp sauce. Nutrition Chix Wraps 3 wraps with 1oz each 182 Calories Fat              7.4g Sodium      203mg Potassium  315mg Carbs          4.2g Fiber           2.7g Sugar          1.5g Protein        23.5g Avocado Fries 2 Medium Avocados 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup flour   I used sweet potato flour 1 large egg white [whisk until frothy] 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp sea salt **optional extra seasoning  I added Mrs. Dash Southwest seasoning to breadcrumbs Pam Spray Preheat open on BROIL Cut avo in half, de-pit, and cut each half into 4 wedges [easiest if you

Are you tired of guessing whether your vitamins and/or supplements are working?  About 57% of people who invest in a normal regimen of supplements are throwing their money away.  The lack of research and quality materials in many supplements today can actually be hurting us more than it is helping us.  Consumer Labs just found that 62% of Supplement Manufacturing Sites did not pass FDA in one way or another. If I am going to spend money every month on supplements, I want to know that they work.  I finally found something that is back by research and has science based results.  Yes, I was skeptical!  But after suffering over a decade from folliculitis and adult acne; I am confident to say, "I have new skin."  I am just one of thousands who is a result. Contact me today to start your journey to the new natural.  Do this before the 20th and receive a FREE pack of these vitamins with your first order [a $72.99 value] as well as $100 toward other products the five months f

In my early to mid-20s, I developed problem skin.  I never had this issue even in my teens.  I tried some of the cheaper brands first: Noxema, Clean & Clear, Cetaphil, etc.  These products either made it worse or did nothing but dry my skin out with constant break outs.  The next step was trying the more expensive products like Dermalogica, Sanitas, IS Clinical, etc.  I had the same results as with the cheaper brands.  I did find that Yes To and Simple products helped a little more without overly drying my skin out as well as the occasional facial.  I felt hopeless until. . . Fast forward a decade-I was introduced to Melaleuca by a woman whom worked with another high level supplement company.  I was skeptical because, let's face it, there are hundreds of MLMs out there claiming some sort of miracle, niche, or fad that is usually short lived.  It also drives people to get you signed up just for an extra buck or two. I don't like that pressure! They usually do not care whet

Ingredients : Makes 1 pancake - 2 scoops Melaleuca FiberWise: Orange 1 scoop Melaleuca Vitality Protein: Vanilla 1 scoop Allmax Glutamine powder 1 tsp NOW Lysine powder 1.5 tsp cinnamon 2 egg whites 1 tb Unsweetened Almond Milk: Vanilla PAM Spray Coat pan with PAM on medium heat. Mix all dry ingredients together. Add in egg whites & almond milk. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Pour into coated pan.   It will not bubble like a traditional pancake and will brown a little darker so watch carefully. Add optional Vanilla Extract or berries.  Top with Melaleuca Omega Creme. Nutritional Facts Calories  197 Fat              2 Carbs        28 Protein      31 Sodium    231 Sugar          7

The works suits average $1000-$1200 Basic suits start at about $135-$175 Want to compete?  You have heard that it can be pricey but might be a little blindsided by exactly what details will cost to get you looking your best on stage. C heaper is NOT better :  Many people look for a bargain when it comes to getting ready for the stage.  Cutting costs on any part of getting stage ready can leave you wasting money.  I have seen my fair share of make-up gone wrong, suits not fitting correctly, awkward posing, and tans too light. Do your research :  Look through their portfolio.  Do not hesitate to contact them and ask a ton of questions.  Find someone who fits your style.  Not all designers, MUAs, trainers, etc will see your vision nor are all of them well versed in what belongs on stage. Registration Fees :   $75-$300 - depending on what show you are doing, local or national, the fee for each class is required. NPC Card :   $120 - This is your membership fee

Gym Date: Quickie by tophercouture   I love going to the gym!  It is not a job I do just to compete.  It is a lifestyle I live.  There are moments where I do not need to tote four plus meals, posing shoes & suit, extra this that and the other thing.  I love my custom  Fox Bowler  complete with rhinestones [discontinued on main site] from 6 Pack Bags instead of my Renee Tote for the quick gym trips. This two meal system is perfect size!  I carry the essentials: [clockwise]- Harbinger work-out gloves Blender Bottle Pro Stack Melaleuca Amino Blast for intra & post work-out Melaleuca Elevate Protein Low Carb, Low fat, No sugar for post work-out Melaleuca Peak Performance Pack for Women- convenient AM/PM packs means less pill organizers Optimum Nutrition Amino Energy as my pre work-out EOS Lip Balm Harbinger Weight Belt Melaleuca ReNew Lotion travel size A good alternative option for the Fox is the Mini Innovator .

Cease & Desist by tophercouture With the nation wide shelf pull of herbal/vitamin supplements from 4 major retailers, it brings up more questions than answers.  These proclaimed 'lab tested' products raise whether many of their supplements still on the shelves contain anything their label says.  In fact, if you try to Google to find any clinical studies on any of these products, you will come up empty handed.  If you are taking any of the listed products, please stop!  They could be causing more harm than good. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL CEASE & DESIST LETTER When taking supplements, educate yourself. Do your own research!  5 Tips To Pick The Right Supplement For You : Multi-vitamins are meant to provide nutrients our diets might be lacking. We want them to mimic food as closely as possible. Certain nutrients, like vitamins C and the B’s, only last in the body about 4 hours. Thus, we need to keep the body topped up throughout the day.  Using a b

Cupcake Tray Food Processor Crust: 1/4 cup walnuts 3 dates deglet 1 tsp water Filling: 1/2 medium avocado 2 Tb Melaleuca Creme Lime Sorbet 1 Scoop Melaleuca Amino Boost 1-2 key limes juiced [start with one then add to taste preference] 1. In a food processor, put in walnuts. dates, and water. Pulse for a few minutes until chunky & sticky 2. Take mixture and press into the bottom of 3 of the cup cake tins 3. In a food processor, mix avocado, Omega Creme, Amino Boost, and key lime juice until creamy 4. Spoon mixture on top of crust. 5. Place in freezer for 30-1 hour. 6. Enjoy!! ** I like a tart Key Lime. To make it more sweet use less Key Lime Juice and add a little more avocado.  Add optional sweetener of your choice. Nutrition/serving - makes 3 : 184 Calories   16g Carbs   14g Fat    2g Protein    2g Sodium   6g Sugar

Getting enough fiber is something not many of us think about.  If you are a small percentage of the population that does think about it, chances are you are not getting enough. Adults typically require anywhere from 20-35 grams of fiber a day.  Sadly, the average intake is between 14-15 grams.  About half of what people should be taking to maintain a healthy diet. [ WebMD ]  So why is fiber so important? Fiber is a full body benefit provider.  It helps large & small intestine digestion, protect the heart, regulate blood sugar, maintain weight, and has a powerful immune booster.  It also has been linked to being a natural fatigue and cancer fighter.  Wow!  Fiber helps Diverticulosis, Cancer[multiple forms], Diabetes, Constipation, Syndrome X, and more!  So we know we need fiber.  We know how much, but what gets us our daily serving? It would take almost 10 large apples to reach the daily intake; or 6 sweet potatoes; or 6 cups of cooked brown rice!  For some this may seem m

There has been debate for many years on whether multivitamins and other supplements are a waste of money due to their lack of evidence of even working.  Some are even causing us harm.  Over half of the customers in a $28 billion dollar industry are wasting their money due to the lack of evidence in decades of studies and constant " nutrient gapping " with supplements composed mostly of fillers and additives [Did you know Centrum One-A-Day has over 20 fillers in it and the cheap minerals/vitamins used are nearly impossible to absorb?].  Until today. . . . Things got a little clearer with the profound and life enhancing study by Melaleuca and its Peak Performance Pack(s).  They are making a substantial impact in the supplement & multivitamin market.  It now has evidence based results contrary to years of research and industry hype.  This is the only known supplement to have such amazing results to date. Clinical Study There is no time like NOW to enhance your lif

 VS   Electrolytes are the smallest of chemicals that are important for the cells in the body to function and allow the body to work. Electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and others are critical in allowing cells to generate energy, maintain the stability of their walls, and to function in general. They generate electricity, contract muscles, move water and fluids within the body, and participate in myriad other activities. The concentration of electrolytes in the body is controlled by a variety of hormones, most of which are manufactured in the kidney and the adrenal glands. Sensors in specialized kidney cells monitor the amount of sodium, potassium, and water in the bloodstream. The body functions in a very narrow range of normal, and it is hormones like renin (made in the kidney), angiotensin (from the lung, brain and heart), aldosterone (from the adrenal gland), and antidiuretic hormone (from the pituitary) that keep the electrolyte balance within those normal limits. Ke

The National Cancer Association released results of a 15-year study concluding that women who work in the home are at a 54% higher risk of developing cancer than women who work outside the home. Why would that be? Studies have concluded that it’s toxins in the home! The Toxic Chemical Connection Begin by thinking of your home as a toxic waste dump. The average home today contains 62 toxic chemicals – more than a chemistry lab at the turn of the century. More than 72,000 synthetic chemicals have been produced since WW II. Less than 2% of synthetic chemicals in wide spread use have ever been tested for toxicity, birth defects or their mutagenic or carcinogenic effects. The majority of chemicals have NEVER been tested for long-term effects. The AAPCC reports  in 2013 that household cleaning substances were third in toxicity with human exposure.  Number two in pregnancy related toxicity and pediatric toxicity [under age 5]. (Cosmetics & Personal Care Products were one

Originally introduced for those with active, athletic lifestyles and fitness regimens, the Freiburg Study demonstrated that the effects of the Peak Performance Pack can benefit adults of every age. In fact, initial findings point to measurable benefits in many of the body’s core systems.   Benefits in as little as 60 minutes! For nearly a century, supplement manufacturers have been saying that the benefits from supplementation are strictly long range—that the true benefits of the nutrition they offer will take years to truly manifest. Melaleuca broke that mold with the Vitality Pack 90-Day Challenge—promising you could feel a difference within 90 days. Now Melaleuca takes that promise where it has never been before. The Freiburg Study shows that many of the incredible benefits of the Peak Performance Pack are measurable in the body in as little as one hour! Think about that! Your health begins to improve within just 60 minutes! And those benefits were found in all participants, no ma