I think that this is a question that many parents ask themselves when ordering pictures of their teenage children.  When the order form came home for Aaron’s school pictures, I had the option to add $5.00 to have his picture air-brushed from blemishes, acne, freckles, etc.  While I think that this is a great option for a child who might have scars or something, I think that if you are taking a picture to “preserve the moment”, then why not leave it in the “natural” state. 

We all know that teenagers may have blemishes, or have a bout with acne, but why “hide” that with air-brushing.  I mean if I think about it, I want Aaron’s 8th grade picture to remind me of what he “looked” like in 8th grade, even if that includes a zit or two. 

Aaron was lucky that on his day of pictures, his face was nice and clear. 

So, my question to you is “to air-brush, or not to air-brush”?

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I am such a freak for Italian food!  I love it!  I love to make lasagna, but I have never had just the right pan to make it in.  I have lots of the Pyrex baking dishes, but I have never found one that I think is deep enough for lasagna.  When I plan on making lasagna, I usually buy one of those foil pans and we eat it for like a week, unless I have brought it to a "function" and shared with lots of people. 

Sunday we were at Wal-Mart and I went down the baking aisle just to see what they had.  I found this square baking dish, that was deep enough for lasagna and it had handles.  Really?  Did I just find the "perfect" lasagna pan for my family?  I was pretty dang ecstatic. 

I immediately went to the other side of the store to get the ingredients I would need to make a lasagna.  Monday morning I got up and made the sauce and let it simmer all day, until it was time to put the dish together.   I got it all together and baked it, and this is what it came out looking like!  YUMMY!   

So, needless to say, I am happy that I decided to go down the aisle at Wal-Mart and my family is happy that they will get lasagna a lil more often. 

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My friend Teresa sells Mary Kay and sends me a catalog whenever they come out.  I was browsing through the latest one and a pink bottle grabbed my attention.  It was a "Signature Scent" called BELLA.  I immediately asked for a sample and fell in love!  I swear when I was in bed that night, I found myself smelling my arm for no apparent reason. 

Luckily for me, when I asked her to order some, she said that she already had some in stock, and I would get it the next time I saw her.  I was so dang excited! 

The other night I got Bella, (and some chocolates too), and I have been in heaven ever since.  It is really embarrassing to say that I liked the bottle first since it was PINK — but I am awfully impressed with the scent as well! 

This is the description from the site:  The exuberant floral fruity perfume captivates immediately. The senses are first treated to a delectable medley of apricot and red nectarine. At the heart of this women’s perfume, dew-covered rose petals and Moroccan jasmine unfold, while a delightful mix of creamy blonde woods and cool moss linger.

Let’s just say it is heavenly!  Thanks Miss Teresa for my newest obsession! 

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