My Thirty Spot

What Serving Sizes Really Look Like

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:00 +0000

Buzzfeed put this video together and it is a realistic view of what serving sizes really are. I know for a fact that when I enjoy some delicious Doritos, what I think I consume and what I really consume are a little different. 11 chips go down so...

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Life and Love After : Love For 30 Project

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:00:00 +0000

Dating and love. It is quite the adventure in your 20s, and 30s and beyond. This week's Love for 30 Project contributor is Kristi, and she opens up about her love life and shares the lessons she has learned. Kristi realized that with age comes...

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Sunday Brunch: Baked Raspberry Pancake

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sun, 19 May 2013 07:02:00 +0000

This recipe is perfect to make for brunch or breakfast. This is the type of recipe that I would love to make for a shower brunch or just have some friends over. The recipe is is just as simple as making a pancake on a griddle, but then you just bake...

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Minty Fresh - Spring Trend for 2013

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:47:00 +0000

Idiom Bangle - Kelly and Mint Necklace - GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Mint Green Suede Peep - Toe Pumps - Endall Mint Green Pump - Mint Candy Apple Nail Polish - Mint Rose Studs - Linen...

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Women in their 30s & their Decisions for Double Mastectomy

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:43:00 +0000

As I'm sure you have all heard Angelina Jolie announced through an essay in the New York Times that she had a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery over the last few months. This was something that no one knew about even...

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Carrie Underwood Covers June Marie Claire - Talks Being Too Young to Have Kids

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:02:00 +0000

I love this girl, Carrie Underwood, 30. I would have never guessed that she is in her 30s. I think she is a total star and seems so down to earth. Carrie will be starring in the live Sound Of Music production set to air on NBC on December 5,...

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Learning Strong: Love For 30 Project

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:00:00 +0000

As we all have experienced, you learn a lot about yourself and your life during your 20s. Niki is the Love for 30 Project contributor this week and as she reflects on her 20s. She realizes what obstacles made her strong and who the woman she is...

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My Currents For This Saturday - I Need Caramel Or I Might Die

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sun, 12 May 2013 02:41:00 +0000

This week has been a very crazy week. I have been playing nursemaid to the hubs (no, not like that you dirty birds.) My poor hubs tore his ACL to where it was non-existent and he had surgery this week to replace it. It is a rough...

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Friday Happy Hour: Caramel Apple Martini - My Favorite Martini

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:13:00 +0000

I have been meaning to post this for some time because these caramel apple martini's are the best I have ever had and so, so simple to make. I had these martini's at the hotel we stayed at in Sedona, AZ for my birthday this year. Needless to say, I...

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Hottest Women at the Met Gala - PUNK: Chaos to Couture

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:22:00 +0000

The annual Metropolitan Museum of Art’s spring exhibition, “PUNK: Chaos to Couture” in New York was held this week. The yearly Costume Institute exhibit, is the event where models, designers and celebrities come out to show off their...

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Yellow Nails? Quick Fixes

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:25:00 +0000

Even if you take great care of your nails, they can sometimes turn yellow. It can happen from wearing a lot of nail polish, smoking, spending a lot of time in the sun without sunscreen on your hands and nails, or a sign of a medical...

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An Awesome & (Still) Bumpy Ride: Love For 30 Project

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:00:00 +0000

Laura joins the club this week by contributing to the Love For 30 Project. Laura discusses the benefits she has encountered by taking a leap of faith on herself and experiencing the time of her life in her 30s. If you are interested in...

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Tequila Sunrise: Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Perfection

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sat, 04 May 2013 01:41:00 +0000

Happy early Cinco de Mayo! It is a time for food, drink and fun. This year it falls on a weekend, so there is no excuse not to have a fabulous time. Tequila sunrise cocktail is the perfect addition to your party this weekend or just to...

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Mother's Day Gift Giving Guide of 2013

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:11:00 +0000

1. Happ & Stahns 1842 Rosa Alba Eau de Parfum 2. Chevron Notecards Box (Set Of 50) 3. Initial Pendant Necklace 4. Stella and Dot Serenity Earrings 5. Simply Vera Vera Wang Spa Relax Freesia Blossom &...

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Kerry Russell Shows Off Her Six-Pack Abs After Having Two Kids: Women's Health Magazine

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Thu, 02 May 2013 01:09:00 +0000

Kerry Russell, 37, or how most of us remember her, the former "Felicity" star (didn't we all watch that show in our 20s?) covers the May issue of Women's Health magazine. Felicity, er, I mean Kerry has has two kids, son River, 5, and daughter Willa,...

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Winner of the Bad Boyfriend Behavior Stories

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 01 May 2013 23:03:00 +0000

Congrats to the winner of the Bad Boyfriend Behavior Stories! I want to thank everyone who submitted a story and all who voted. Below are the results of the voting and story number 12 won! If you need a reminder of what story number 12 was, you...

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Ways to Protect Your Family From BPA in Plastics & Cans

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 01 May 2013 02:12:00 +0000

I have heard that BPA is really bad for you and can seep into your foods. It is a chemical that you want to avoid. Scientists have done many studies and suspect that it can triple your risk of many health problems. It can cause problems in...

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The Perks To Being 30: Love For 30 Project

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

I was lucky to meet this cute lady Dary who blogs at Beyond the 9-5 at a photography class that we both took a few weekends ago. I told her about my blog and she said that she loves her 30s and would love to join the Love For 30...

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Sunday Brunch: Surviving Brunch Season When You're Dieting - Weddings, Showers & Mother's Day

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:34:00 +0000

It is spring and quickly moving into summer and with that comes the brunch season too. With the beautiful weather, breakfast outside is such a wonderful time. Not to mention the spring brings many showers that you will be invited to. From baby...

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20 Things You Don't Know About Me & FAQ

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:43:00 +0000

I'm removing my FAQ from my about page. I learned at a blogging conference that it is not necessary and to just make a blog post out of it. So I am. I also decided to add 20 things you don't know about me to this post too. Now you...

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How To Know If You Are Having a Boy or a Girl - Gender Facts With Pregnancy

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:44:00 +0000

Pregnancy Week by Week

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Live Longer by Drinking Wine!

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:38:00 +0000

I now have an excuse to use my new Starbucks cup that will hold a whole bottle of wine. It will help me live longer! A study that was released recently show that when more than 1,800 adults drank a moderate amount of alcohol-up to one...

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Emily Blunt Covers InStyle Magazine - Talks Marriage and Style

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:50:00 +0000

Emily Blunt, 30, looks stunning with a bolder rocker look on the cover of the May issue of InStyle. She's prepping for a big month with the April release of Arthur Newman with Colin Firth. I love Emily...

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Happy Earth Day! Roundup of Unique and Beautiful DIY Gardens

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:41:00 +0000

Happy Earth day everyone! I have rounded up my favorite DIY gardens that will make your yard beautiful, easy enough to put together and also helping the earth by planting flowers, fruits and veggies, plants and using some...

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Bad Boyfriend Behavior Voting Update: Love For 30 Project

noreply@blogger.com (My Thirty Spot) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Did you miss this post last week? All these great bad boyfriend behavior stories? If you haven't done so already, it is time for you to vote for your favorite story. The story with the most votes by 4/30 will win a $75 gift card to Target! As of...

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