Jean Therapy--Pt I--Plus Sizes

Leaning toward the curvy side and still want to wear jeans. No problem. Make sure the waist is a mid rise that falls at your natural waistline. They should cut you across your navel. The legs are most flattering in flaired or straight. There shouldn't be alot of room behind the knee or at the back of the thigh. A dark denim is always dressier and more slimming.






Bring subtle bling to your wardrobe with flattering and body-shaping Not Your Daughter's Jeans denim. Recommend ordering one size down.
Exclusive criss-cross panel flattens tummy and lifts behind, tonal stitching
Five-pocket silhouette, rhinestone-embellished flat back patch pockets
Cotton/spandex. A bit pricey at $118.


A little more affordable check out Avenue.com





Divine Denim Bootcut Jean 28-32, Plus Size, Women's
These divine stretch plus size bootcut jeans have a modern look, a flattering fit, and a stylish wash. Available in Rinse Blue Black from Avenue and Jessica London $37.90










And my favorite aJeanology® Stretch Denim Boyfriend Jeans
Jeans in a relaxed, easy boyfriend fit; 32" inseam (29" Petite; 35" Tall). Wide straight legs. Rainy cotton/spandex denim, stonewashed and sandblasted. Machine wash. Imported.
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Wisdom from the Heart

While researching today, I came upon some sage advice for aging gracefully which I thought would be fun to share. Enjoy!!

Aging is something that kind of sneaks up on you. One moment you are 30 and all of a sudden you’re 65. How did that happen?


Barbara Stanwyck had a line in a movie,

I am a young woman trapped in an old woman’s body. I still feel young on the inside.

Aging gracefully means accepting the changes in your outward appearance and focusing on others instead of yourself.


Advice for younger women… tell the people in your life how much you love them and do it often. Don’t take life for granted. Count your blessings and thank God for them. Stay close to your family and embrace your time together.


I have learned to take my problems to God and leave them there.



I have learned to laugh at myself and not take things too seriously. If I am having a bad hair day, it is OK. I am thankful to have hair.

My Sister went through chemo last year and lost her beautiful hair.


I have been blessed with good health and a loving family. That has helped me stay positive about life. When you have somebody who loves you and you can depend on when trouble comes, life is good.


Heartaches and stresses are easier now because of my life experiences.

My son Jeff is my hero! At the age of six he almost died due to an accidental gunshot wound. I have watched him try so hard to do the everyday tasks most people take for granted. He overcame his accident and through determination lives everyday trying to do his best. I am thankful for his positive attitude.



I have lost some very special people in my life and I have prayed for peace to accept the loss and thank God for having brought them into my life. The memories are written on my heart.


The things that make me happy: My Grandchildren

Everything is new and exciting to them. They are learning about the birds, colors, songs and Elmo. When you look at the world through their eyes, everything becomes new again.



My attitude and love for life:


I have decided to enjoy my life while I am still on this earth. I have known people who give up their joy for living because they reach 60, 70 or older. They start believing they are OLD and stop enjoying life.

I try to have a good attitude because it makes me nicer and people don’t want to be around a grumpy old person.



Your Dad has brought me great happiness. He makes me laugh and feel younger than my age. In our hearts we are still young. We enjoy going to church and worshiping God.


The secret to aging gracefully is to help others and enjoy your life today.

Paul said,” In whatever state I am in there to be content.”


Aging gracefully is a journey. I don’t know how long it will last or if the details will be remembered, but I hope to enjoy the trip.

Thanks for posting this http://www.allthingsheartandhome.com/2009/07/08/aging-gracefullysixty-something/

Groupon.com

Groupon. com is a great way to save at any age Check out their deals!!



Here is today's
$30 for $60 Worth of Salon Services at Mirage Hair Studio in Torrington
$30

worth: discount: savings:
$60 50% $30
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244 Water St.
Torrington, Connecticut 06790

A haircut is like a breakup—it doesn't seem like you need one until someone starts brandishing scissors. Get cut by a professional with today's Groupon: for $30, you get $60 worth of professional salon services at Mirage Hair Studio, located in Torrington.

Mirage Hair Studio specializes in inspired haircuts, waxing, and nail pampering services. Wild tresses in need of a thorough pruning can get a full treatment with a wash, cut, and blow-dry, starting with a gentle soaping to dissolve shine-diminishing buildup and followed by a luxurious conditioning with nutrient-rich Wen hair products to help restore mangled manes to kitten softness ($35 for women, $20 for men). Lackluster hair can achieve a new look with color services, including full virgin hair color for adventurous new dyers ($60 for women, $30 for men), cap highlights ($55), and color retouch for mistaken-for-natural blonds, brunettes, and redheads ($50). The fuzz-afflicted can choose waxing services for eyebrows ($15), lips ($8), and chins ($8), helping create smooth features and emotional closure. Clients can kick back and relax while talented talon tamers shape and buff nails ($15–$20), or treat piggies humanely with a luxurious pedicure and polish application ($25–$30).

Enjoy a day of head-to-toe pampering and obligation-free relaxation in Mirage Hair Studio's private studio space, blissfully away from salon waiting rooms.

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Scarves for Spring

My daughter in law just gave me a beautiful scarf for spring ang it made me think how easily a scarf works for every size and budget as an accessory. Scarves can be tied around your neck to compliment an outfit. A scarf can be held by a decorative pin or tied in one of several shapes. A scarf can be of any fabric and print and can cover a multitude of sins with flare. Connect the ends and double wrap it as a collar or necklace. Fold it in half lengthwise and pull it through the loop or just let it hang gracefully.
And as a neck accessory isn’t the only way to enjoy a scarf. Use it for a hair accessory as a headband, bandana or ponytail wrap.
As a headband, fold the fabric lengthwise and wrap the top of your head and tie the ends at the back of your neck. Wrap a scarf around your ponytail as a colorful hair accessory, experiment and knot it a few times. Use a scarf as a belt, a shawl or a bathing suit cover up as a skirt.
Wear a scarf in your own way—an attractive scarf can add style to any outfit from casual jeans and a t-shirt to the stylish evening dress.
Enjoy!!

Are Bangs Better than Botox?

Goldie Hawn


Candace Bergen

When I was in second grade and intensely focused on reading my second grade teacher told me not to scrunch up my forehead because I would get wrinkles. Even today, when I'm tense, I feel that same forehead scrunched up. I consciously try to relax it but always go back to my wrinkle causing expression. Soooooo, the question becomes Botox or Bangs. Anyone can wear bangs. They are fantastic because they hide fine lines on your forehead, and give a dated haircut some pizazz. Don't go for the straight across little girl bang, pushing yours off to the side with an angled cut will soften the face and play up your eyes and cheekbones. According to the experts to avoid the little girl look brush your bangs back and forth as you dry them, pointing the nozzle down. Celebrity stylists sometimes use gel to hold the hair to the side, or let the locks hang free so they can sweep and fall differently for photo-ops

Dress Up Your Spring

Dresses are fun--they're easy to wear because you don't have to worry about matching separates and they can be flattering. Choose the right one and you will look perfect! Many dresses come with slimming fabric insets to slim your waste or smooth your hips. Newport News has a Shape FX, JC Penney offers a Shop by Shape site and the list goes on and on. Accent your best features. Soften the look with a length just below the knee, or a cap sleeve. Whatever your choice, enjoy!!



Chadwick's $59.99






This dress can take you from work, to out on the town. Flirty and feminine--retro
$49.99 at JC Penney. Penney's has a "shop by body shape" feature that makes ordering online even more custom tailored.





Find this classic at Dress Barn for $39.99. Buy two dresses and get $10 off

Eek, What Can I Do With My Hair?

What can I do with my hair.

It seems like aging hair is a big challenge for many. Mine reacts instantly to stress
becoming thin and dull. Evidentally, in your 60’s each strand has a finer outer cuticle layer which means it is more fragile and needs to be treated more gently. I’ve found that ensuring a diet rich in biotin—from such sources as green peas, oats, walnuts, brewers yeast, brown rice and sunflower seeds helps.
Also, a volumizing shampoo will make your hair look fuller. John Frieda’s root awakening shampoo works well. It says it improves hair health with natural eucalyptus—a strength restoring shampoo. It is for breakage prone hair. It has made an amazing difference in my hair, giving it a fuller appearance.
Another hair trick is using an at home glaze once a month. Healthy Sexy Hair Reinvent Top Coat makes a one that you work into your hair, if it is straight, leaving it on for five minutes and rinsing. If you have curly hair, the hair needs to be wet and conditioned before use.
On days when you don’t need to wash your hair, a root lifting spray works well. Spray at roots and blow dry the way you would if you just washed your hair.
A chin length hair cut will keep your hair manageable and chic. Coloring can help you to feel young and vibrant and can positively change the texture of your hair.
Experiment, have fun and enjoy—be savvy at 60