Affordable Natural Wrinkle Treatments

There are so many different types of wrinkle creams and anti-aging treatments in the marketplace. Everyone wants better skin, but most of the wrinkle creams are very expensive. The outrageous prices are usually because you are paying for the brand name. If you do not have the budget to buy the "latest" cream or treatment or if you prefer natural products, here are some inexpensive homemade wrinkle fighters.

How to Cure Wrinkles with Natural Treatments

Mix 1 teaspoon of raspberry juice with one teaspoon of orange juice. Add one teaspoon of olive oil, whipped egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of grind oatmeal. Wait for 20 minutes and smear on face. Wait until it gets dry and wash off with warm water.

Grind an onion and Rub on face to loose the wrinkles.

Mix 2 tablespoons of Vodka with 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds and half a teaspoon of honey. Boil and then refrigerate for 3 days. Apply on face with a cotton ball and wash off with warm water.

Whip the egg white and put on face wrinkles until it drys and then wash with cool water.

Cyber Monday

Don't forget about Cyber Monday today! Make sure you go to your favorite store's website and check to see if they are participating. Ready, set, shop!!

Happy Black Friday!

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! If you are out shopping now, I hope that you are able to get all of things you were looking for and that your bones are intact! For those of you that decided not to brave the Black Friday war zone of early bird holiday shoppers, don't forget about Cyber Monday! Also, check your favorite online stores today because many retailers offer Black Friday online as well. Happy Bargaining!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Pamper Yourself without Breaking the Bank

There is nothing like going to the spa and getting yourself pampered. However, with a little preparation, it is possible to pamper yourself at home. Granted, it is not the spa, but it is MUCH cheaper and if done right, it will be relaxing. The key is to really set aside time for yourself. Take a bath. Listen to relaxing music. If you have kids, send them away to the grandparents or have your husband or partner take them out for a special day together.

Body Scrub

Ingredients:
2 cups fine sea salt
4 cups grapeseed, apricot, or almond oil


Directions:
(1). In a glass jar, combine the ingredients and stir to blend.
(2). Standing in the bathtub or shower, wet your body and then scoop some of the mixture into your hand. Massage into your skin using a circular motion, beginning at your feet and working your way up.
(3). Rinse thoroughly with warm water. An oily residue may remain on your skin, so if your skin is naturally dry, allow it to stay. If your skin is naturally oily, remove the residue with a gentle soap, then pat dry.


Invigorating Coffee Scrub

Ingredients:
3 T Coffee grounds (organic-caffeinated)
1 T Salt (optional)

To Make: Brew a fresh pot of coffee. Enjoy a cup, if you like. Put grounds (and salt) in a small bowl. Use grounds within 20 minutes of brewing before oxidation occurs.
To Use: Scrub mixture over entire body while in the shower. Rinse. Tone. Moisturize.

Yogurt Body Mask

Ingredients:
1/4 Cup Yogurt
3 T Honey
3 T Puréed Pumpkin OR
3 T Puréed Carrots

To Make: Use canned (nothing added), or slightly cooked pumpkin or carrots. Drain, and purée in a blender. Pour into a bowl with the yogurt and honey.
To Use: Draw a warm bath. Lather your face and body with the yogurt mask. Sink into a warm bath and soak for 10-20 minutes. Rinse in the shower, tone, and apply a light moisturizer.

Lavender & Honey Milk Bath

Ingredients:
3 T dried Lavender flowers*
1 1/2 cups whole mild, cream, or combination
1/3 cup Honey

Directions:
Process lavender flowers in a blender until they become a powder, turning off the blender and scraping down the sides as necessary. Whisk together lavender powder, milk and honey in a glass bowl, then pour into a jar. Before each use, shake the jar and pour half of the mixture into the bath. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes enough for 2 baths.

Kids Eat Free

This is a wonderful list I found online of restaurants that offer free kids meals and which day of the week it is offered. Check the list and see if any of these restaurants are local to you. If you know of a restaurant that offers free kids meals and it is not listed here, feel free to leave me a comment letting me now the restaurant name and what day of the week they have free kids meals.


Monday
Margaritas - all day
Hangtown Grill - all day
Gattiland - moms eat free
TGI Friday's - kids eat free and get free animal balloons
Texadelphia South
Zuzu - after 6:00 p.m.
La Salsa - after 4:00 p.m.
Double Daves Pizza - kids under 5
Serranos
Joe's Crab Shack - Kids meal $0.99 up to two meals per paying adult
IHOP - 12 + under
Fazoli’s: 5-8 p.m. They do not have a kids eat free night, but they do have a craft table set up for the kids.
Texas Roadhouse: 5-8 pm, 99-cent kid's meals
Loco's: Children 12 and under eat free w/the purchase of an adult meal
Wooden Nickel: Kids' menu 99 cents w/purchase of an adult meal, free games 4-8 pm
Las Banderas: Kids eat free w/an adult purchase, kids choice from kids' menu
Red Robin - after 4:00 p.m.
Spaghetti Works - 11 + under


Tuesday
Lone Star (Before 4 p.m.)
Denny's - Kids 10 & Under (4-10 p.m.)
Spaghetti Warehouse - at night
Fazoli's - kids eat for $0.99 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Kerbey Lane - all day
Denny's - 4-10:00 p.m.
Chick-fil-A - after 5:00 p.m.
Bennigan's - after 5:00 p.m.
Zuzu - after 6:00 p.m.
La Salsa - after 4:00 pm
McAllisters
Double Daves Pizza - kids under 5
Central Market - N. Lamar
Joe's Crab Shack - $0.99 kids meals up to two per paying adult
Pizza Hut - Free Buffet, 12 + under
Houlihan's
Applebee's - Kids pay $0.99
IHOP - 12+ under
Ryan's: They have characters, activities, and your child will receive a coupon, so the next visit, they eat free.
Pizza Hut: 5:30-8 p.m. Kids coloring activity. Free buffet for children with purchase of adult buffet.
Beef O' Brady's: 4-8 p.m. free kids meal with each adult meal.
Chick-Fil-A: 5-8 p.m. free kids meal with purchase of combo meal.
Fox's Pizza: Kids eat free and play games free (children 12 and under will enjoy a free bambino pizza and four game tokens w/purchase of any regularly priced Medium, Large or Big Daddy Pizza. Dine in only, drinks not included.)
Qdoba - limit 2 kids per paying adult


Wednesday
Applebees - Kids 12 & under eat for $0.99 after 4 p.m.
Luby's - after 4:30 p.m.
EZ's - all day
Moe's Southwest Grill - after 5:00 p.m.
Central Market - after 5:00 p.m.
Zen - after 5:00 p.m.
La Salsa
Double Daves Pizza - kids under 5
Joe's Crab Shack - $0.99 kids meals up to two per paying adult
Moe's: (after 4:00) Free kids meal with each adult meal.
Fox's Pizza: Kids eat free and play games free (children 12 and under will enjoy a free bambino pizza and four game tokens w/purchase of any regularly priced Medium, Large or Big Daddy Pizza. Dine in only, drinks not included.)


Thursday
La Salsa
Double Daves Pizza- kids under 5
Joe's Crab Shack - $0.99 kids meals to two per paying adult
Atlanta Bread Company: All children eat free!
Fox's Pizza: Kids eat free and play games free (children 12 and under will enjoy a free bambino pizza and four game tokens w/purchase of any regularly priced Medium, Large or Big Daddy Pizza. Dine in only, drinks not included.)


Friday-none listed

Saturday
Lone Star (Before 4 p.m.)
Denny's - Kids 10 & Under (4-10 p.m.) Not all Locations.
Luby's - all day
Texas Land & Cattle - from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Sunday
Souper Salad - kids aged 3-5 eat for $0.50; kids aged 6-12 eat for $0.99
Zen - all day
Texadelphia - at certain locations
Dickey's
Applebee's - 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Barley & Hops
El Toreo: 99-cent kid's meals
Rodeo: 99-cent kid’s meals


Every Day
CiCi's Pizza - Kids 3 & under
Fresh Choice - kids aged 2 and under eat free; kids aged 3-5 eat for $0.99; kids aged 6-8 eat for $2.99
Denny's - kids eat free on their birthday
Pizza Hut's lunch buffet
Souper Salad- kids under 4
Buffalo's Southwest Cafe has kid's eat free days. The day varies by location It was Sunday at the Sprayberry location in Marietta (12 and under) no apparent limit to how many kids eat free were allowed in a party
Ponderosa - 12 + under
Perkins - 12+ under, 4:00 - 10:00 p.m.
O'Charley's

Black Friday UPDATE!

Black Friday is almost here-only 4 more days! In order to plan, you have to be able to see the ads before Thanksgiving night. Many new ads have been posted on the internet.

My suggestion is to visit the sites listed below and make your game plan for the day. Write down what you want to buy, where it is located, and what time the store opens. Then, prioritize. What are the must-buy items on your list. Make sure to get to those places early. Most of the great buys are limited in quantity. So, get there early!

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