Detox and Purify Your Skin With Valentia

Hello Beautiful People!

Wow! It was a whopping 65 degrees today. It is important during this time of year to keep moisturized.

I want to make sure that my skin is moisturized but firm. A mask is a good way to keep the moisture and give you that youthful glow. Everyone wants to look younger and what better way to feel refreshed and energized then going through an invasive procedure. We recently had an opportunity to try a clay mask and exfoliating scrub from Valentia which can be purchased from Amazon. It retails for $54.99 but the Amazon price is $25.00

Valentia Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask:
– Draws out impurities
– Improves skin tone
– Reduces pore size
– Firms and strengthens skin

Valencia Skin Detoxifying Mask

Valencia Skin Detoxifying Mask

How to get that moisturized glow?
1. Wash your face with your favorite cleanser or scrub. I used Valentia Eternal Exfoliating Scrub with Green and  White teas.  The scrub smells great and has olive butter, avocado butter and kukui butter.I used a small amount and rubbed the scrub with my fingertips in a circular motion on my face and rinsed with warm water.
The scrub:
Brightens skin
Improves skin tone
Softens the skin
Prevents breakouts
2. Dry your face with a dry cloth and start
3. Apply the mask onto dry skin for 15-30 minutes avoiding the eye area
4.  Rinse with warm water with a damp cloth

Key Ingredients:
CoQ10:Responsible for cell production in the human body. CoQ10 lessens the appearance of wrinkles by reducing free radical damage and stimulating health collagen production.
Hibiscus and Cranberry Fibers: Both lend their anti-aging properties to firm and reinforce the skin,helping to reduce the creation of new wrinkles.
Astaxanhin: A powerful antioxidant that repairs collagen production combats free radical damage, and restores skin to elastic, bright and wrinkle free tones and textures.
Kaolin Clay: Known for its detoxifying powers, clay minerals draw out impurities, improve skin tone, and tighten pores for smoother firmer skin.
Plant Stem Cells: This French developed constituent naturally decreases the level of pro-agingtoxins working to soothe the skin, reduce redness, and improve eveness.
Spurulina: A botanical stimulant full of vitamins and minerals that hydrates the skins surface and contributes to tissue regeneration of the skin.

VCM1I recommend both of these products because I can feel the scrub and the clay working on my skin.  I would use both products twice a week.

DISCLAIMER:
This post is a review for Valentia Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask and Valentia Eternal Youth Exfoliating Scrub. Bubbling With Elegance and Grace received these products at a discounted price to review. We received no monetary compensations to write this review and all opinions are our own honest opinions.


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Does Christian Rap Make You Uncomfortable?

Hello Beautiful People,

I pray that you are having a wonderful day!

My hubby and I attended the Andy Mineo concert last October. Mineo kicked off his first-ever headlining tour, called The Uncomfortable Tour, which just so happened to be at our Church. In the photo below, you see people lining up, waiting for the doors open for the VIP session. With a VIP ticket, you paid an additional fee. This allowed you to get in early and be a part of the pre-concert festivities and also included a tour T-shirt and poster.

In line for the Andy Mineo concert

In line for the Andy Mineo concert

 I first saw Mineo, a Christian Rap Artist, opening for Lecrae in early in 2015. Christian music has gone mainstream over the last few years; but some people still have not warmed up to the idea of Christian rap music. I myself was in the same situation. I did not consider myself a rap fan. But after hearing Mineo and Lecrae, and truing listening to their lyrics, I changed my view. Mineo’s sound is straight forward and deep. His rap does not sugar coat and hits you straight in the eyes. The lyrics are deep and will make you think about the message he is delivering.

With a VIP ticket, we also had a Q and A session with Mineo, where he talked with the crowd and answered questions. He was very down to earth, did some free style rap, and walked around the room and shook hands and took selfies with some of the concertgoers.

Andy Mineo Q/A before concert

Andy Mineo Q/A before concert

The VIP tickets did not have assigned seats. You could seat were ever you wanted to sit. It was a first come, first serve format.
Propaganda, pictured below, was one of the pre-concert guests. I had not heard his music prior to the concert. He songs say so much. They make you think about and makes you focus on what matters the most. I really enjoyed his music and his poetic rap. I have now added his music to playlist. SPZRKT (pronounced “Spazzy Rocket”) served as the opening act.

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Propaganda in Concert

Mineo’s Uncomfortable album is filled with heartfelt lyrics that will make you stop and think about the message. The album appeals to Christians and the mainstream crowd. I must admit, I didn’t listen to a lot of rap before, but since this album was released, I have been listening to it regularly and I know almost all the lyrics to every song. The lyrics have messages that build you up and will not tear you down or make you feel degraded.

Listen to the Lyric Uncomfortable video below.

I saw fathers with their daughters taking pictures during the concert with their phones. His songs appeals to all ages.

Uncomfortable Album Songlist

1. Uncomfortable
2. Uptown
3. Now I Know
4. Desperados (feat. Mali Music)
5. Hear My Heart
6. David’s Roof
7. Rat Race (feat. Jon Bellion)
8. Know That’s Right
9. Vendetta
10. Ghost
11. Love
12. Strange Motions (feat. Willow Stephens)
13. Make Me a Believer (feat. Mac Powell)

This song is so deep and makes you think about examining your life and doing a reality check.

Excerpt Lyrics to Uncomfortable
“Uncomfortable”
“God prepare me for the war
Comfort be the thing that’ll make a king fall
Eyes on the Lord, gotta grip that blade of the sword
Tell me how you plan on gettin’ swole if you don’t ever get sore (hold up)
They say, “Andy, this ain’t music for your core”
If they jumpin’ ship now, they was never on board
I got enemies, man they wanna see me on the floor
I got frenemies, couldn’t even tell you who they are
If you’re not driven by the mission, you’ll be driven by the cars
Focused on what you been gettin’ more than becomin’ who you are
I tried to point ’em to the Son, but why they callin’ me a star?
Who woulda thought we set they minds free with these bars?
In this game, in this biz
Want the fame, want get rich
Comfort, everybody wantin’ it
Never knew I could be lost in this
This my sophomore, gotta go hard
When the show over, no encore
I got enough but I want more, want more!”

This is not your typical Christian album and if rap doesn’t appeal to you, that’s okay. There is a message and it may appeal to your teenager, young adult or someone who doesn’t know Jesus as there Lord and Savior.  Don’t be critical because just because different music will appeal to different people.

This just in, a Part Two of the Uncomfortable Tour has been announced beginning in late March and running through May.
If you get a chance to go, let us know what you think of the concert.

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Dance Your Beats Off

HI Beautiful People,

It has been such a lovely day, sunny but cold. It has been unseasonably warm for most of the winter. It is been nice to get some cool bright days and snow. I have been listening to Thousand Foot Crutch on Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone by Dr. Dre. The design is much different than your typical earbuds because the it goes over the ear. One unique feature is that these earbuds operate only with a Bluetooth connection that has a range up to 30 feet.

JT putting powerbeats over ears

JT putting powerbeats over ears

 The Dr. Dre Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone package comes with four earbuds to ensure a custom sold fit and go over my ears easily. As you can see in the picture below, my ears are small so the ear hooks ride forward a little bit; but that does not inhibit the quality of the sound.

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Up close powerboats by Dr. Dre

In this picture I wanted to show the Powerbeats and do not have an attachment cord that plug into your cell phone, tablet, computer or other mobile device. This is perfect for me because I can exercise, clean my house or any other task as long as I stay within 30 feet of my device. I don’t have to keep my device right next to me. If I go pass that distance, it will cut off.
It is essential that you stay with in this range if you want a clear signal.

Benefits

  • IPX4 sweat and water resistant with RemoteTalk wrap-around cable
  • Listen wirelessly at ip to 30 feet from paired Bluetooth™ device
  • Premium sound, lightweight design

Features

  • Easily pairs to your Bluetooth® device within a 30-foot range*
  • Premium sound performance and rechargeable 6-hour battery**
  • Sweat and water resistant
  • Tangle-free, wraparound cable
  • No-slip grip in-line mic and remote for calls
  • Lighter and compact with a flexible ear hook
  • Includes 1 year limited warranty from manufacturer

*Wireless performance may be affected by nearby objects including walls, metal items, and other wireless devices. *Battery power consumption depends on factors such as network configuration, carrier network and, signal strength.

I mentioned earlier that if you go beyond the 30 feet, it may disconnect, I didn’t have a problem going from my office to another office when I was at work. I tried to see how far the sound would go when I left my phone in my office and went down the hall and after 30 feet the connection disconnected so they are accurate about the length of range.
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Full view Powerbeats by Dr. Dre

First, to use Dr. Dre Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone, you will need a wifi connection for your device.To begin getting my groove on, I have to make sure that the button behind the earpiece on the earpiece of the powerbeats is turned on. Then I have to go to my settings On my iPhone and select the device I want to connect with and it instantly connected. Once connected I can go to my music and enjoy the sound.

iPhone bluetooth connect to powerboats by Dr. Dre

iPhone bluetooth connect to powerboats by Dr. Dre

What does the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone by Dr. Dre earpiece sound like?
Glad you asked! The sound is crisp and clear; and you cannot tell a difference with the Bluetooth. It does not a heavy bass sound, but overall the quality is good. If you are upgrading from  cheap earbuds, you will notice the difference immediately. The Bluetooth connection does not affect the quality of the sound, it sounds like it is plugged up to your favorite device. The remote talk- control feature on the cord is a great feature for pausing tracks and adjusting the volume.

Pauses music while on calls
The Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone by Dr. Dre also gives a great benefit of pausing the music if a call is coming in. I can answer an incoming call and once I am finish the end the call the music will start playing, this was so cool to me.

The Dr. Dre Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone retail for $199.99 on the Verizon website. I recommend the headphones if you want to have a good pair of headphones but you don’t want to break the bank.

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DISCLAIMER:
This post is a review of the Powerbeats2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone. Verizon Wireless provided Bubbling With Elegance and Grace with a 21-day demo period, at which time it was returned back to Verizon. All opinions are our own honest opinions. We did not receive anY compensation for this review.

RECIPE: JTs Easy Chili

Chili is the greatest of all winter-time comfort foods. What a perfect way to warm the soul on a cold day, but with a hearty bowl of chili. The greatest thing that I have learned about chili is that everyone makes it a little bit different. Depending on who you speak with, you will get a different version of what is the proper way to make chili. Some folks will say that the only authentic chili will have no meat, while others will argue that there must have no beans, of any kind, included in the recipe. And, depending on the part of the country that the person lives in, the chili sauce may be a different color all together. Some people like the chili to be a mild spiciness, while others think if your mouth is not burning, it is not chili.

This was very evident this past week when I took part in a Chili-Cook Off Contest at work. There were two categories – traditional and non-traditional. Traditional was defined as tomato-based and non-traditional was non-tomato based. With the other entries, I saw chili made with carrots, turkey, beer, and even green chilies. I entered the chili that my family has ate for the last several years. I entered the traditional category that included the standard meat and beans; but I take it a little bit further. I added in a few extra ingredients and make the chili into a filling meal. The kind that will stick to you when it is so cold outside. My recipe is easy to prepare and is made using one large stockpot and is completed in less than one hour. The full recipe is listed below. ENJOY!

JT's Easy Chili - Taste So Good

JT’s Easy Chili – Taste So Good and Easy to Prepare

Ingredients:
– 2 Cups of Water
– 1 Chili Brick
– 1 Large Onion
– 1 Can of Chili Sauce
– 2 Cans of Chili Beans
– 2 Bags of Frozen Black Beans, Red Peppers, Onions and Corn Combo
– 2 Cups Fresh Lentils
– 2 Cups of Fresh Mushrooms
– 1 Medium Zucchini
– 1 Medium Squash
– 2 Cans of Diced Tomatoes
– 1 tsp. Seasoning Salt
– 1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
– 1sp. Chili Powder
– 1sp. 21 Seasoning Salute (Trader Joe’s)
– 1sp. Sugar

Cooking Instructions:
1) In a 6 quart stock pot, combine the water with the chili brick (cut into small pieces) and the diced onion. Bring to boil and cook for five minutes. Stir frequently.
2) Add Chili Sauce and Chili Beans. Bring back to boil. Turn the burner down to medium and allow to cook for five minutes.
3) Add in the Black Bean Combo and Lentils.
4) Cut Mushrooms, Zucchini, Squash into small pieces. Add into mixture and cook on low until the Zucchini is soft, about ten to fifteen minutes. Stir frequently.
4) Add  Diced Tomatoes.
5) Add Chili Powder, Seasoning Salt, Ground Black Pepper, 21 Seasoning Salute and Sugar.
6) Simmer for ten minutes on low. Stir regularly.
7) Serve with Cornbread or Wheat Crackers
8) Yields at least eight servings

Taste the Goodness!

Taste the Goodness!

Substitutions / Modifications:
* If Chili Brick is not desired or unable to be purchased, use one pound of ground beef.
* If Frozen Bag of the Black Bean Combo cannot be found, use two cans of black beans, diced red peppers and one small bag of frozen corn.
* If Trader Joe’s is not in your area, 21 Seasoning Salute can be omitted.
* Fresh diced tomatoes can be used instead of canned tomatoes.
* Any ingredient or seasoning can be omitted or increased, based on your taste preferences.
* Any brand of the canned ingredients can be used. Pick your favorite or what is available in your local supermarket.

If you try this recipe, let me know how it turns out by leaving me a comment below.
If you have another Chili recipe, I would love to hear about it.
I would also love to know what your definition is for an authentic chili.

Returning An Engagement Ring After You Bought It

So you ask your girl to marry her and show her a ring, and she declines.
What to do with the engagement ring that you bought?

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So you work up the courage, buy an engagement ring, and ask the love of your life to marry you. If she says yes, you may be able to live the fairytale life and be happy for all of your years. But what if you ask her, she says yes, but absolutely hates the ring that you chose? Or even worse, she says no and breaks your heart! Well, you will be pleased to know that all is not lost.

Returning a Ring
When you buy designer engagement rings in Brisbane city, the majority of the more reputable companies that sell engagement rings will usually accept returns on a limited basis. If you have had a bespoke ring created, then you may be out of luck. A dealer may accept the ring back, but usually at less than what you paid for it. You should always think twice before having a customised or bespoke ring if you intend it to be a surprise. Sometimes men do not always know the women in their lives as much as we like to think that they do!

Store Credit
You will often find that a lot of stores are willing to offer store credit when returning a ring, especially if the ring is bespoke or has been modified. There are many advantages of buying wholesale diamonds and creating a bespoke ring, such as overall cost, but if she says no, you will most likely take a loss on the ring if you sell it. If your girl has said yes but hates the ring that you chose, store credit is the perfect solution for you. You can take her to the shop and let her pick the ring of her dreams, which is an excellent way to start life as a betrothed couple.

Method of Payment
Depending on how you paid for the ring can also depend on whether the store will let you return the ring. If you pay via a credit card, you are offered a lot more protection, so you may be able to return the ring easier. Some stores are just as friendly with cash payments, and ultimately it will depend on the shop from where you bought the ring.

Buyers Protection
In all states, there are laws in place to protect consumers and make sure that unscrupulous retailers do not get away with taking advantage of their customers. You can quickly check online your entitlement as a consumer on the Australia.gov.au website, and see where you stand from a legal point of view.

Knowing your rights as a consumer can assist you when dealing with some of the lower brow retailers. But, in all honesty, if you deal with a reputable company they will usually do as much as they can to help you out. Whether she said yes and you need to choose a new ring, or she said no and you feel heartbroken, most jewellers are a sympathetic lot of people.