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Ecstasy as Style in Ballet

By BarbaraAnne

When I was 19, I told my mother, “Oh yes, I will be very well taken care of at Karen’s home in Brewster!” Of course, Karen, Debbie, Mamie, and I rushed to JFK so we could board a… Continue reading

All I Want for XMAS is a Diamond Studded iPad Case

And fortunately, I’m in luck.  Mervis Diamond Importers just happen to have one I can direct my hubby to, and at just shy of 11.5 carats, it’s a mere $20,000.  Just what I need to keep my $600 iPad safe!… Continue reading

Vincent Longo Buff Brush – Best Cosmetic Brush EVER!

Vincent Longo Buff Brush

I just posted a review of Vincent Longo’s Buff Brush, which in my opinion, is absolutely the BEST cosmetic brush EVER MADE!  Check out my review in Stuff I Scored: Cosmetics, Hair and Beauty.  I rushed to get… Continue reading

New LongLocks ZenStix Hair Jewelry Designs Posted!

LongLocks ZenStix Hair Jewelry

Four new first edition LongLocks ZenStix hair jewelry designs have been posted at LongLocks!

The Special Edition Designs page has been updated and two “last chance” special order designs have been posted in Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow.

Keep in… Continue reading

New BijouStix Hair Accessories Posted in the LongLocks Catalog!

LongLocks BijojuStix Hair Accessories

Three new LongLocks BijouStix designs have been posted and two “last chance” special order designs have been posted in Hair Today Gone Tomorrow.

LongLocks Meadow Waltz Hat PinKeep in mind that LongLocks Gift Certificates are a great way to let someone know just… Continue reading



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