I recently visited my friend Sally at her lakehouse. In addition to getting to spend time with my wonderful friend, I always discover new products when I am with her. One is the Old El Paso Tortilla Stuffers. The microwaveable packages contain everything you need, except for the tortillas, lettuce, and tomatoes. The meat is included in the package. I have tried both the Carne Asada Steak and the Mesquite Chicken stuffers. I think the Mesquite Chicken is my favorite, but it is a very close tie with the other.  Sally made them with low carb tortillas, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, and tomatoes. They were delicious. You can make them like that, or do what I do, which is to pop the bag in the microwave for 60 seconds, and then pour in a bowl with the shredded lettuce and grape tomatoes for what I like to call a “salad”. I’m saving all those calories from the tortillas. It’s still just as yummy. And it’s not because I’m lazy. Really.

So, for a quick lunch or dinner, you need to look for these yummy Tortilla Stuffers next time you are at the supermarket.

I turned 54 years old last week. In all my years of putting on makeup, I have never, ever had a vanity. When I was in high school, there was a period of time that I actually had to share a room with my mother. While she got the bathroom in the master bedroom, and my two brothers shared the other bathroom, I actually had a mirror in the closet to put on my makeup. Did you hear me? I had a mirror in the closet. It’s no wonder I wasn’t Homecoming Queen. But I should have been.

I have stood up for years and put my makeup on, or better yet, sat on the (closed) toilet seat and used the end of the countertop to stick a mirror up and apply makeup. Recently, it finally dawned on me that I have had a spare bedroom for eight years now with a built in desk. This room gets used about twice a year. So why not make the desk into a well-deserved vanity? No one ever said I was the fastest, or the brightest, but eventually I do get there.

Eight years people. . .

So I set up the desk with all my makeup accoutrements. You know it takes a village. My bestest of friends, or BFF as it were, decided to surprise me on my birthday by getting me the Clear Cube. You might have seen this if you watch the Kardashians. I certainly am way too sophisticated and refined to watch such a show. People talk, you hear things . . .

Let me give you one little tip. In every picture you see on the web of the Clear Cubes filled with makeup, the top lid is always open. Why have a lid if it is always going to be open? You can order it without the lid, just request no lid when placing your order. It works great for me because my taller items can go on the top section. Below is an actual picture of my very own Clear Cube. While I have a lot of products, you will note that Miss Kardashian above, has two Clear Cubes. I could probably fill up two, but I only have room for one!

Isn’t it wonderful? There are several options to choose from as far as number of drawers and inserts. Mine is the four drawer with an X-insert and a grid insert.

I am not even embarrassed by the number of sponges I have. Don’t judge me. I just wanted to show you the inserts: the x-insert shown above, and the grid insert is shown below. Don’t judge the number of mascara tubes I have either.

So, everything is now organized and I feel like such a glamorous diva! I love being able to see all my products. I’m thinking of getting some high heeled slippers and a robe, both with a boa, just to complete the picture.

Now, this is not a cheap purchase. But if you have money, or a really good friend, you should definitely get one! It is very well made, and well worth the price . . . which for me, was free. But seriously, My BFF and and I both purchased an acrylic jewelry holder over thirty years ago, that isn’t anywhere near the quality of the Clear Cube, and it is still in excellent condition. And now I no longer have a guest room. I have a makeup room. And it’s fabulous!

I love a unique gift. I am obsessed with this website and all of the choices to get something really special and unique for someone. I love the messages that come with the pieces.

Did I mention I was obsessed? I could order all of the above for myself. I like to do that. But, if forced to buy for others, I could get as a gift for someone who is about to graduate, go off to college, going through a hard time, birthday, etc., etc., etc.

Etc.

Dogeared.com also has a section where you can choose one or more charms to add to a chain. This section is called Create, and it has a large selection of initials, numbers, zodiac signs, birthstones, gems, charms, mantra, and words to live by sections to choose from. You know, to make it even more personal.

So, be sure and check out dogeared.com, and bookmark for future shopping!

Recently, one of my family members underwent some surgery that made it difficult for him to get in and out of a vehicle. I just happened to see the Stander Metro Car Handle Support on QVC, and ordered it for him. I was amazed at how sturdy it is, and immediately had to tell everyone they needed to order it too. I’m bossy like that.

Every car should have a U-shaped striker on the door frame. The door handle fits into the striker and provides much more stability for someone having trouble getting in and out of a car, than you would by using the arm of the door to steady yourself. The striker is located on both the driver’s side and passenger side of the vehicle. Quite frankly, I never noticed the striker before. Now I have a use for it. Anyone know why it is there originally?

One little tip, you have to remove the device before closing the door. I learn everything the hard way, and then share with you. It doesn’t hurt your car, it just won’t allow the door to close. Oopsie.

I showed it to my sister-in-law, who is an occupational therapist, and even she was impressed with it. I think if you have anyone in your family who is elderly, or disabled, or undergoing surgery of some sort that will leave them a little unsteady, this is a great device to have.

You can go to the Stander website and watch a video on the product. Look around while you are there to see lots of other great products.