Whitney Rose’s Black Studded Fringe Jacket in Scottsdale

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 3 Episode 3 Fashion

On this week’s episode of RHOSLC the ladies take a ride on the “Jen Shah Express” and attend some sort of horse show in Scottsdale. And although Whitney Rose’s cute black studded fringe jacket is sold out, we’ve linked some similar options to shop down below so straddle saddle up. 

Fashionably,

Faryn

Jacket By Shein

Originally posted at: Whitney Rose’s Black Studded Fringe Jacket

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If you’re a skincare fanatic like us, then you know all about La Mer’s best-selling Crème de la Mer moisturizer. Big celeb names like Kim Kardashian and Chrissy Teigen adore this product. What’s the catch, then? We’re sad to say that this cult-favorite cream might wreak havoc on your bank account, because it costs a whopping $350. Who knew a jar of moisturizer could cost that much?

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“I normally don’t write a review but I have to for this one,” wrote one shopper who previously used La Mer, and other high-end skincare products for years. “It is the best I have ever used.”

It’s no wonder why it has earned a spot on Amazon as the #1 best seller in facial night creams. You can head to Amazon now to grab this night cream now—it’s actually on sale for 17% off, but only if you’re a Prime member. Sign up for an Amazon Prime membership here.

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CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream

You might be wondering what a $22 (now on sale for $14) moisturizer has that a $350 one lacks. 

To start, CeraVe is known for incorporating ceramides into all of its offerings. The three essential ceramides help keep your natural skin barrier healthy and replenish lipids typically lost when we all age. That, on top of the anti-aging properties in this night cream, makes all the difference. It’s an added bonus that redness-relieving peptides are also packed into the ingredients list. These also work to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and ensure your skin maintains that youthful bounce to it.

As if those ingredients aren’t enough, the hyaluronic acid included will retain your skin’s moisture while the niacinamide also calms the skin. These superstar ingredients continuously get released throughout the entire night with the help of CeraVe’s patented MVE Delivery Technology, so it’s like lush waves soothing your face over and over again. 

This is all to say that your tired skin will look a whole lot better in the morning with just a swipe of this cream the night before. 

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CeraVe’s Skin Renewing Night Cream isn’t a #1 best seller on Amazon for no reason. It has thousands of raving reviews and ratings to back it up.

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Heather Gay’s Blue Floral Outfit in Scottsdale

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 3 Episode 3 Fashion

On this week’s episode of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Heather Gay wears this pretty blue floral outfit in Scottsdale (don’t worry, the white skirt over it is just part of a costume lol). Which in our opinion was the perfect cute pick to experience some Bad good weather.

Fashionably,

Faryn

Click Here to Shop Her Hemant and Nandita Skirt

Click Here to See Her Hemant and Nandita Bodysuit

Originally posted at: Heather Gay’s Blue Floral Outfit

The great Bob Marley once said, “Forget your troubles and dance.” How simple yet so profound and true! When we immerse in music and dance, everything else seems to drift away and leave only the desire to sway to the rhythm.

The Desire to Move to Any Kind of Music

Several years ago, when I got married, my parents had my wedding reception at a Middle Eastern restaurant with a Middle Eastern band. My mother was Lebanese, and we were most familiar with the staples and music of that country.

Some of our guests were acquainted with the food but not so much the music and dance. Well, they were in for a surprise.

Most of the night was a celebration of line dancing to the Dabke, and each time a new song was played, guests of all ages rushed to the dance floor to revel in this enchanting and pleasurable dance.

At the end of the evening, people left quite sated and not just from eating the delicious food but from the enjoyment they had dancing to a new but very ancient ritual.

Since my reception, family members have dispersed, and many of these traditions have receded into the background. But then I received a pleasant surprise. An old high school acquaintance invited some of us to a Middle Eastern dance program.

She and her colleagues in the world of dance were putting on a show at a local senior facility. We had the opportunity to observe women of all ages and sizes dance gracefully to the mellifluous sounds of Middle Eastern music.

I was delighted and moved to the music, and as I looked around, I saw adults of all ages – especially those in their 70s, 80s and older – doing the same.

Some of the individuals were compromised physically and mentally, but their mind and body responded to the sounds of music. It was apparent that, in their own way, they were dancing even if it was with their hearts and minds only.

You Cannot Help but Move or Be Moved

People have the desire to move even if they are reluctant to dance. There are those people who refuse to get on the dance floor, but we do not know what goes on internally.

Is their heart dancing? Do they wish they could engage in this movement but feel foolish or fear losing control? Many will reluctantly tap their feet – if not finally get up and give it a whirl.

As we know, there are all kinds of music. Some create our desire to move at any age as demonstrated by those residents engaged in the Middle Eastern dance show. Over the years, as we have witnessed, music and dance have evolved.

Beginning in the 60s, a freer style of dance replaced the more learned and disciplined dance of decades before. There is something to be said about this. People feel like they can move in whatever manner works for them.

Yet, the majesty of the waltz and foxtrot, as well as the finesse and skill of the chacha, rumba and tango, continue to be quite appealing.

People still enjoy watching the dancers with their intricate but fluid steps as displayed with the popularity of the American shows “Dancing with the Stars” and “So You Think You Can Dance.”

How about just being moved by music where our heart and soul respond? Think about some of the beautiful classical pieces which evoke this internal movement. Chopin, Debussy, Wagner, Mozart and others have created masterpieces which can move us beyond words.

For those who have some affinity for opera, how about Puccini’s La Boheme? Whether or not you are an opera connoiseur, the operatic voices of La Boheme cannot help but touch you. Truly, such music can often sear our being and create the magic of dance within us.

Never Stop Dancing with Your Heart and Soul

As people get older, they often withdraw from the celebratory movement of dance. Returning to Mr. Marley’s quote – how right he was. Music and dance can take us away.

A few weeks ago, I was at an event where there was a DJ. Many of us were sexagenarians, but that did not stop us. We were on the dance floor with free form and line dances such as the Electric Slide. Fun is an understatement in describing the sheer pleasure we were experiencing.

Since returning from this event, I have increasingly reflected on the importance and healing aspects of music and dance. Not only can they be a healthy diversion from the challenging surprises of life, but they also offer a therapeutic component in helping people get ‘unstuck’.

Music and Expressive therapies exist for a reason.

How Memory Holds on to Precious Music

In the late 1990s, I was visiting my father who suffered from Alzheimer’s. Thankfully, he still remembered me. In addition, I was able to observe his recollection of other things.

On that particular day, a few months before he left this earth, my dad and I were sitting in the community room of the nursing home. All of a sudden, a woman began singing the beloved Irish ballad “Danny Boy,” and my father, who was second-generation Irish, lit up.

He joined her in song. I was so grateful for this occurrence. During those few minutes in time, I had the opportunity to witness my father experiencing a magical moment of clarity that was extremely poignant and is embedded in my mind forever.

Yes, music and dance are truly ethereal, and we must capture and hold tight onto these gifts to humanity as much as possible throughout our lifetime.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

How has music touched you? Do you still dance in whatever way works for you? What songs have stayed with you? Do you recognize the magic of music and how it can light up your life? I encourage you to think about it and leave a comment below.

Do you want to make a positive difference somewhere? Do you want to do something special, something meaningful? Most of us do, but often, we think it’s too late. We’re ‘over the hill’ and our useful days are over.

I don’t know where to begin to tell you how wrong this is!

Sure, we’re older. Many of us are retired and possibly living on a restrictive budget, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do something to help others.

It actually means that we are in a perfect position to make a positive difference to something or someone. We have the time and the desire. A good number of us are reasonably healthy, full of life, and engaged in the world.

Regardless of our abilities, most of us do want to make a positive difference and do something special and meaningful. We can volunteer.

There are many worthy charities that desperately need help using the basic everyday skills we all have. From animal and child care, to gardening, renovating, painting, as well as coaching how to organize and manage groups of people. The needs are endless.

Here are 5 excellent reasons to volunteer:

Feels Good to Give Back

All the money in the world can’t compensate for the good feelings we get when we help those less fortunate.

Don’t you love how you feel when you see that big smile on the face of the child you helped, the mother you supported, or the man you helped rescue his cat. We all love to feel good, and giving back feels good.

Gives Us Purpose

Volunteering gives us something to do with a set of activities and a schedule for doing them. Most volunteering opportunities involve a routine which mitigates boredom and/or the onset of depression, that many of us fall into from the lack of purpose we feel post-retirement.

Lets Us Explore Our Passions

The majority of us didn’t have careers that let us explore our passions. We had to find jobs that paid the electricity, water, and rent due each month, and feeding cats just couldn’t do that.

Now we can indulge in the many opportunities with organizations involved in animal care, gardening, basic construction and athletic activities. We can explore our passions, while giving back.

Makes Us Feel Valuable

As we get older and our ‘work life’ ends, we can begin to feel useless, that we are no longer needed. Volunteering helps us find value in our lives. It improves both our self-value and self-esteem.

Through volunteering we feel we are positively contributing to society. We see value in our efforts and how our volunteering is important to something bigger than ourselves.

Provides a Positive Sense of Accomplishment

We are never too old to learn new things, but often it is a challenge to take a course. Volunteering allows us to learn new skills and techniques in the process of helping others.

Whether you are volunteering with children, animals, or another aspect of community life, you are always learning new things and new ways to do old things.

There is a positive sense of accomplishment that comes from time well spent with learning, especially when we see the benefits of our new skills.

Volunteering is something we should all consider and explore. There are many excellent charities that need people for a variety of tasks. They can be as physical or as passive as we want.

We can indulge our passions and interests, as we make a positive contribution to those in need and feel great doing it.

How good is that!

Let’s Have a Conversation:

How often do you volunteer? Where did you volunteer most recently? How do you feel after a day of helping others? What do you like to do most in your life as a volunteer? Please share your favorite activities and organizations and how they empower your post-retirement life.