No one does hand engraving better than Julia Ballentine Fine Jewelry! Julia specializes in unique custom designs which are exquisitely hand engraved in NYC. The most popular items sold are exclusive to Julia Ballentine Fine Jewlery, and include Custom Monogram discs, Deco Font Bangles and Cigar Bands. Next Wednesday, November 24th is the deadline for engraving. Everything can be found on their website ballentinefj.com, instagram or by contacting Julia and her team at info@ballentinefj.com.
On November 20, 2022, Gilda’s Club Westchester will have a Holiday Boutique featuring a variety of local vendors. Located at 80 Maple Avenue in White Plains. Free to the public and fun for all ages!
Vendors include Adam Marc Jewels, April Marin, Barre Bodywear, Clearly Yours, Dreaming of Turquoise, Excessorize, G. Griffin Wine, Grace Connell Designs, Ilyse’s pieces, J. McLaughlin, Loco Jewels, Molly and Mags, Pinky’s of Greenwich, Roadie Couture, Scent Fluence, Designer sunglasses by Meryl Roche, Sunzi silks and the Chintz Giraffe.15% of all sales will go back to the non-profit’s cancer programming.
The mission of Gilda’s Club Westchester is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by the community. Gilda’s Club Westchester provides individual counseling, support groups, workshops, education and social activities all FREE of charge. Their innovative programs are an essential complement to medical care, providing individual counseling, support groups, workshops, education and social activities.
Gilda’s Club Mission: We are here for you. Gilda’s Club Westchester provides free support, education, a healthy lifestyle, and social programs for anyone impacted by any type of cancer residing in New York or Connecticut.
The holiday gift guides are starting. I have found some amazing gifts for you from beautiful jewelry pieces to must-have makeup and candles. There are even some cute holiday decorations and an amazing truffle pizza kit, which I am dying for. Happy Shopping!!!
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This solitaire diamond necklace is gorgeous and a very special holiday gift!!!
Love the creme brulee-making kit….Such a fun gift!!!
How cute is this Jo Malone ornament gift set?
Diptyque candles are the most amazing and this gift set is back again for the Holidays!!!
This truffle pizza-making kit is perfect for my son. It is in my cart..I cannot wait to try it!!!!
During the coldest times of the year, plumbing problems are more likely to happen in homes, especially if the pipes are old or run through the outside walls. But you can avoid many seasonal problems if you fix problems quickly and do regular maintenance. Read on to find out what the most common plumbing problems are so you know what to do to prevent them or fix them.
Frozen And Burst Pipes
Lower temperatures increase the likelihood of pipes freezing. Pipes can freeze if the temperature goes below freezing for an extended period of time. Plumbing on lower levels and attics is especially vulnerable. These areas are often less well-insulated than the rest of your home, making them more susceptible to freezing temperatures. Plus, you might not immediately notice a frozen pipe in these areas because they are out of sight.
If you ignore the problem of a frozen pipe, it will likely burst. Some areas of your home may lose water supply and experience floods if that happens, and the cost to fix this can be extremely high. Insulating your pipes well is a good solution.
Broken Water Heater
Water heaters have to work harder in the winter because they have to heat water that is already naturally cooler in order to maintain the temperature set on the gauge (the EPA recommends setting your water heater to 120°F to save energy usage and avoid bacteria growth).
The problem is that if it’s old and being overworked, your water heater might break down due to the excess work it’s being asked to do. The normal lifespan of a water heater is between eight and ten years. When a water heater fails to heat water to the desired temperature, it’s usually time to get a new one.
Water Line Leaks
Having little water leaks in the past and letting them worsen during the winter might lead to serious problems. Pipes are more likely to rupture in freezing weather, turning a slow drip into an instant flood. It’s important to check for leaks in your home’s pipes and faucets before winter arrives.
Clogged Drains
We celebrate with family and friends and eat a lot of delicious food over the holidays, and that’s great, but it’s best to refrain from washing large amounts of grease, coffee grounds, and other food scraps down the drain, as these items have a tendency to cling to the inside of pipes and build up over time. Put all leftovers and rubbish from cooking in the trash.
Issues With Your Sump Pump
Be sure your sump pump is working properly before the cold weather sets in. No matter how certain you are that everything is fine, you should nevertheless check in on it regularly during winter. If the sump pump is located in the basement, it is important to keep the temperature above freezing at all times to stop it from freezing. One way to make this easier is to remove the snow from around your home’s foundation; this will also help to prevent a flood in the basement.
We’re heading headfirst into winter. Fall has been fun, filled with pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween festivities, but we’re beginning to experience the first signs of winter and the Christmas season. The wind is begin to blow harder. The temperature is dropping. We’re beginning to experience more rain, which will soon become sleet and snow. The mornings are getting frosty. This means meany things. It means many of us are going to begin spending more time indoors and that we’re going to start getting ready for the festive season ahead. One area of your life you’re going to need to turn your focus to – in order to stay warm and comfortable – is your clothing. Now is the best time to start building your winter wardrobe. Here are some suggestions to fuel you along the way!
Loungewear
First things first, let’s consider loungewear. As we briefly mentioned above, you’re probably going to spend more time indoors now that the winter is coming around, so it’s good to have plenty of comfortable wear to settle down in for the months ahead. Loungewear has really taken off as a category of clothing since the pandemic, as people began to search for comfortable clothes that were still more presentable than pyjamas. Browse a range of tracksuits, leggings and hoodie combos and more. You may also want to grab some fluffy socks and cosy slippers for your feet. These are particularly beneficial if you have a lot of wooden or tiled flooring in your home, which can be cold in the mornings.
Hats, Gloves and Scarves
Hats, gloves and scarves are going to become essential for times when you venture out and about. These protect some of the areas of your body where heat is most likely to escape and where the wind and cold weather is most likely to hit. You lose a lot of heat from your head and your hands, which is why hats and scarves are so important. Scarves protect your neck from cold and harsh winds. There are countless styles out there, so start your search at https://paisleygraceboutique.com/ to find something that ticks all of your boxes.
Coats
Winter coats tend to be a more costly investment, but they are essential and can really help to keep your warm when the temperatures drop. It’s good to choose a couple, ensuring that they are quality to last the test of time. One coat made from heavy, cosy fabrics tends to be a good idea. Another that is waterproof, for use in rain and storms, is recommended too. Another option that many people seem to enjoy at the moment is a puffer coat, which insulates but is lightweight and often waterproof.
Boots
You lose a lot of heat through your feet, so you want to keep this in with boots. Boots should also be waterproof to ensure that your feet stay nice and dry in the rain or when walking through puddles. Also look for options with good grip, which helps in the frost and snow.
These winter essentials will serve you well in the upcoming months, so make sure to find them sooner rather than later to get maximum use out of them!
I recently sat down with Kate from She’s Cookin in Brooklyn to learn some of her favorite recipes! Kate specializes in healthy family-friendly meals. I love following her and cooking together. This week we made her Cauliflower Rice, Blueberry and Banana smoothies. You can watch our live video HERE. I have included the recipe for you below….Remember to follow Kate and stay tuned for more of our cooking episodes!!!!
1/2 C Frozen Riced Cauliflower
1/2 banana – Frozen
2 Scoops Vanilla Protein Powder
1 T Flax Seeds
1/4 C Blueberries – Frozen
Pinch of salt
Handful of Spinach
1 C Almond Milk
Mix all ingredients in a blender until desired consistency…