What I’m Thankful For…

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You know how at Thanksgiving dinner, you go around the table and everyone says what they are thankful for? Well, at least that is something that my family has always done and I figured it’d be nice to post what I’m thankful for.

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I haven’t really posted about my mom too much lately but she has been going through a lot of stuff health wise and it’s been hard. I have had to miss work and take care of her. She’s been to the ER and seen a ton of specialists. I’m not going to go too much into detail about it but basically she was retaining a lot of water and it made her have really bad shortness of breath. Thankfull the doctors have been able to give her some medicine and I’m happy to say she is doing much better! I’m thankful for my mom and that her health is on the up and up.

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I’m also thankful for all my friends but my best friend in particular. She got married April of this year and I couldn’t be more happy for her. She has found a man that treats her well and I’m thankful for that. I miss seeing my friends from down south (and all around!) but I am thankful for each and every one of them.

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I’m also thankful for my dad and my dog Annie. My dad and I have definitely had our ups and downs but things have gotten better over time and I can’t imagine my life without him. Annie came into our lives when we needed her most (after putting our previous dog to sleep). She has brought us so much joy.

There are so many other things I’m thankful for like having a job that I love and having a roof over my head. The holidays are my favorite time of the year because people just seem nicer and happier. I think we should always be like that, but if it takes the holidays to bring it out then I’ll embrace that. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Holiday Gift Guide: Books

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People love getting really creative, one-of-a-kind books for Christmas. Books that elicit a “where did you find this?” response. As the leading indie- and self-publishing platform, Blurb has an entire online bookstore full of unique books by an incredible array of undiscovered, self-published authors, artists, and photographers. And while these books probably aren’t in your recipient’s bookshelf, many of them should be.

So, if you’re thinking of giving unique gifts this year, consider these titles. Each costs around $40 USD or less:

Cookie Cravings by Maria Lichty and Heidi Larsen

We all have cookie cravings. Popular food blogger Maria Lichter decided to put them into something deliciously original: A baking book featuring 30 recipes you won’t find anywhere else.

Dog by My Side by Adam Schnitzer

This charming collection of original, vintage photos shows us that as long as there have been cameras, we’ve wanted to photograph our canine best friends. As a special bonus, there’s a glossary of the early photographic methods used in the original images.

Around the World with a Toy Camera by Giorgio Giussani

Perfect for the photography or graffiti-art fan on your list. This book is an explosion of gritty color that explores the wonders of street art and analog photography.


Food Stories by Elena Scott

A short, wonderfully illustrated collection of recipes (and food stories) that will inspire you to pick up the knife and spatula—or just pen and paper.

Things I Love by Carol Nehls and Jessica Rose

Illustrated and written many years apart by a mother and daughter, this sweet rhyming story told by a fox is pure joy for all ages.

Patent Pending by Jordan Natyshen

Chicken goggles, air-conditioned rocking chairs, monkey jockeys for greyhounds… humankind has invented and sought to patent some amazing and crazy things. Illustrator Jordan Natyshen illustrates some of the strangest in this history of odd inventions.

Tiny Horses are Everywhere by Thea Lux

The perfect stocking-stuffer for fans of off-beat humor, this undeniably nutty book is based on a Tumblr blog and combines simple photo collages of small horses in human environments with incredibly funny captions.

Rouleaux by Anastassia Elias

What can you do with an empty roll of toilet paper? If you’re French artist Anastassia Elias, you create tiny dioramas inside of the discarded tubes. Inspired by art and movies, these pieces are beautifully crafted, fun, and unbelievably detailed.

Low Fidelity by Bobby Grossman

If you, or someone you love, listened to New York punk and new wave in the 70s, chances are your favorite artist can be found in this book. Bobby Grossman photographed Iggy Pop, David Byrne, The Ramones, Debbie Harry, Andy Warhol and many more. This book is a time capsule of—and a love letter to—a legendary time, place, and sound.

Take a second and head over to Blurb to see if you can end your search for that perfect gift this season! And right now, you can save 30% on Blurb’s Print Books with code: SAVE30!

ADORAtherapy Mood Boost Spray Review

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I was given the chance to review “Smart” Gal on the Go Mood Boost™. One of the first things I noticed was that the ingredients are a blend of pure essential oils including lemon & grapefruit in a base of distilled water. There are no harsh ingredients so it is perfectly safe for your skin. I sprayed it on my chest area while I had my shirt on so some got on the skin and some on the shirt. I immediately felt a boost from the aroma.

Not only did I feel a boost in my mood, I also felt a boost in energy. It also smelled wonderful. I’ve smelled some Aroma Therapy in the past and it can be quite strong but this had just the right amount of aroma to it. I also liked the fact that it is in a small case so that I can just throw it in my purse and use it throughout the day to boost my mood anywhere I’m at!

Adora Winquist, CEO, Founder and Chief Formulator of ADORAtherapy Mood Boost™, has pioneered the combination of aromatherapy and energetic healing, creating formulas with aromatics made from plant products around the world to stimulate the senses in a way that awakens the joys and passions of humanity. ADORAtherapy Mood Boost™ has seven sprays to choose from including: Seductive, Beautiful, Balanced, Inspired, Awake, Peaceful, and Smart, which is what I was given. It was packaged in a gorgeous white matchbox with a fabric pull and had an “Adore Yourself” saying.

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I am a confident, articulate problem solver. I command my brilliance and determination to succeed in all situations.

So, here is where you come in! Readers of Polka Dot Heart who pledge on the Indiegogo site will receive:

  • PLEDGE $5 or more — “Adore Yourself™” Wristband, made of 100% silicone
  • PLEDGE $15 or more — Gal on the Go Mood Boost™ in your choice of 7 scents
  • PLEDGE $30 or more — Travel & Office Good Mood Boost™ (120 ml size/10 ml)
  • PLEDGE $35 or more — Gal On The Go Mood Boost™ Spray & Screen-Printed T-Shirt
  • PLEDGE $45 or more — Gal On The Go Mood Boost™ Spray & Two Tone Deluxe Tote Bag

But that’s not all! Go to the Indiegogo site to see what else you can receive.

This sample was provided courtesy of http://www.BeautyStat.com