My October Favorites

Hey Dolls!
Today's post is on "My October Favorites".
I have tons of lovely favorites to share with you all this month.
So here I GO..
First I'll start off with a beauty product, I have been loving pumpkin scented soap, it's perfect for the fall/halloween time and makes your home smell so lovely. For fashion I have been ADORING cardigans, so quick and fashionable. Electronics items I have been loving 2, the first is the new Sims 3 Pets for XBOX 360/PS3, and the other is the iPhone app called "Bakery Story: Halloween, it's SO cute and VERY VERY addictive. I haven't had a addictive app game in a while but this one tops the list!
For music & movies I have been loving Koda Kumi's "4times" & Meisa Kuroki's "Hellcat". Also Koda Kumi's new song "Love Me Back" it sounds amazing, looking forward to purchasing it next month!!
Movies I love this month was Fast Five, Transformers: Dark Of The Moon, Monte Carlo, Bad Teacher, & the amazing all time favorite "Dead Ringer" with the lovely Bette Davis..
Which brings me to my other favorite old movies, I have been watching a-lot of older movies this month and I LOVE THEM!
My favorite shows this month are.. Desperate Housewives, Two & A Half Men, Hawaii Five-0, 90210, Ringer, Nikita, I Love Lucy, The Big Bang Theory.
This month I really have been addicted to the Pumpkin Spice Lattes from Starbucks (so yummy) but I also adore my homemade Cinnamon Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate. I also love the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard from Dairy Queen and I have been baking like crazy this month, I have made so many Vegan Pumpkin Pies this lovely October month. OMGAABC, the Lindor Mini Pumpkin Milk Chocolates that come out near halloween are my favorite chocolate ever!! SO Delicious!!
So that completes my monthly favorites for "My October Favorites".
I'm looking forward to more lovely favorites for the fall/winter months.
So be on the lookout for November & December's "My Favorites" post soon. :)


FTC Disclaimer:
All items were purchased by me with my own money.
All opinions are my own.


xoxo
Simi

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Koda Kumi's New Song "Love Me Back" Makes It's Way To The Internet Early

Hey Beauties!
I have a special early halloween present for you all.
I just found a full version of Koda Kumi's new song "Love Me Back" on youtube. I FREAKING ADORE THIS SONG!!!
OMGAABC SO POWERFUL FULL OF FUN, PERFECT for your halloween parties tomorrow!! :)
Check it out below, and be sure to purchase it on it's release on November 30th.




Source: Youtube.com
Photo: Koda Kumi's Official Website

xoxo
Simi

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What I Love: Orange Spider Web Tart

Hey Lovelies!
Today is a recipe on how to make "Orange Spider Web Tart" So designed spooky!! :)
Check out the recipe below..

A secret ingredient -- orange sherbet-- gives this super easy Halloween dessert its cool color and fab flavor.

Prep Time: 50 Min
Total Time: 1 Hr 25 Min
Makes: 8 servings

INGREDIENTS:
1 box Pillsbury® refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
1 box (4-serving size) orange-flavored gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
1 cup orange sherbet, slightly softened
1 cup frozen (thawed) whipped topping
2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil

DIRECTIONS:
Heat oven to 450°F. Make pie crust as directed on box for One-Crust Baked Shell using 10-inch tart pan with removable bottom or 9-inch glass pie pan. Trim edge if necessary. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Place gelatin in medium bowl. Stir in boiling water until gelatin is completely dissolved. Spoon sherbet into gelatin mixture, stirring until melted. Place in freezer until soft set, about 5 minutes.
Stir sherbet mixture. Stir in whipped topping until well blended. Spoon mixture into cooled baked shell.
In small resealable food-storage plastic bag, place chocolate chips and oil; seal bag. Place bag in bowl of very hot water. Flex bag several times to melt chips. Cut small hole in bottom corner of bag. Working from center to outer edge, pipe chocolate to form spiral design. Working from center of spiral to outer edge, draw tip of knife lightly through spiral to form web design. Refrigerate at least 20 minutes or until serving time.

High Altitude (3500-6500 ft)

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 220(Calories from Fat 80),Total Fat 9g(Saturated Fat 4 1/2g,Trans Fat 0g),Cholesterol 0mg;Sodium 190mg;Total Carbohydrate 31g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 16g),Protein 2g;
Percent Daily Value*:Vitamin A 0.00%;Vitamin C 0.00%;Calcium 0.00%;Iron 0.00%;Exchanges:1 Starch;0 Fruit;1 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;1 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:2;*
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: http://www.pillsbury.com

Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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GTA V Trailer Releasing November 2nd

Hey EVERYONE!!!
Ok SO WHY AM I TYPING IN CAPITALS YOU ASK?
Today is was revealed that there is a new Grand Theft Auto Video game releasing soon.
This will be the 5th GTA for the series. The trailer is said to be released on the Rockstar Games Official Site on November 2nd.
I simply cannot wait!!
I'm SO SUPER EXCITED for the trailer to be released, as the GTA series is my MOST FAVORITE video games.
My mind has been spinning of all the potential ideas of what GTAV will look like!
So keep your eyes out for the trailer on November 2nd and make sure you purchase & pre-order yourself a copy of the game on it's release day.
Also Rockstar games has put up a countdown on their site, so you can countdown till the trailer is released!! YAY!


Photo & Countdown: www.rockstargames.com
Source: www.rockstargames.com

xoxo
Simi

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Nail Art & Designs With Simi: "Spooky Trees & Sparkly Greens"

Hi Beauties!

Halloween is 6 days away!! 

The 2nd look I call it "Spooky Trees & Sparkly Greens".

I love the name of the look!

Here is how to do it!

You will need:

* Barielle - Protect Plus Color Nail Strengthener (Beige)

* 2 coats of China Glaze - It's Alive (Dark Forest Sparkly Green Look)

* A little bit of OPI - I Only Date Werewolves (For decorating of the spooky trees on top of the green)

* Barielle - No Chip Speed Dry with Silk Protein (Top Coat)

* Osaka Nail Art Tool

Steps..

#1. Apply the base coat.

#2. Add the "It's Alive color all over your nails, then wait at least 10 minutes for your nails to fully dry.

#3. Then take your nail art tool and dip it into the "I Only Date Werewolves" color and draw on each nail one spooky tree. The tree's don't need to all look the same, because trees are all different looking, especially spooky ones! ;) Look at the picture above for inspiration on spooky tree look.

#4. Apply a Top Coat, I love Barielle's top coats the best.

#5. Your all DONE! Now have fun with your spooooky nails! :)

I think this look is so pretty at night, it sparkles perfectly for halloween.

If you have any requests for the next "Nail Art & Designs With Simi" post send me a email. :)

FTC Disclaimer:

I purchased all listed items with my own money.

All opinions are my own.

xoxo

Simi

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What I Love: Chocolate Cat Cookies

Hey Beauties!
Today is a recipe on how to make "Chocolate Cat Cookies" perrrrr-fect for halloween parties! :)
Check out the recipe below..

Forget superstition! You'll be glad these rich and chocolaty black cat cookies crossed your Halloween path.

Prep Time: 15 Min
Total Time: 30 Min
Makes: 12 cookies

INGREDIENTS:
1 package (18 oz) Pillsbury® Ready To Bake® Big Deluxe Classics® triple chocolate cookies
Assorted candy sprinkles, as desired
Candy-coated chocolate candies, candy corn, string licorice

DIRECTIONS:
Heat oven to 350°F. On ungreased cookie sheet, place cookies 2 inches apart; flatten slightly to make smooth tops.
Use fingers to press dough inward at top of each cookie, forming V shape; press resulting tips into points for cat ears.
Sprinkle cookies with candy sprinkles. Bake as directed on package. While cookies are baking, plan and assemble decorations. Immediately decorate hot cookies with candy-coated chocolate candies for eyes, candy corn for noses, and string licorice for whiskers. Remove cookies to cooling rack. Cool completely. Store in airtight container.

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High Altitude (3500-6500 ft)

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving (1 Cookie (without decorations))Calories 200(Calories from Fat 90),Total Fat 10g(Saturated Fat 3g,Trans Fat 1 1/2g),Cholesterol 10mg;Sodium 115mg;Total Carbohydrate 25g(Dietary Fiber 1g,Sugars 16g),Protein 2g;
Percent Daily Value*:Vitamin A 0.00%;Vitamin C 0.00%;Calcium 0.00%;Iron 6.00%;Exchanges:1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;1 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:1 1/2;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: http://www.pillsbury.com

Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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Nicki Minaj Teams Up With OPI For Her Own Nail Polish Collection

Hey Dolls!
I just read that singer Nicki Minaj has teamed up with the brand OPI and she will have her own set of nail polishes to hit the stores in January 2012 for $8.50 each.
As you may remember Nicki teamed up with MAC Cosmetics a few months ago to bring the very pretty barbie pink limited edition lipstick to MAC.
I'm excited for these new OPI Nicki Minaj polishes be released because the colors sound so pretty!
Here is a look at what's releasing..
The limited-edition nail polishes inspired by Minaj include..
Pink Friday (a creamy bubblegum hue), Metallic 4 Life (a charcoal sparkle), Super Bass Shatter (a purple, graffiti art-inspired topcoat effect), Save Me (a silver-rainbow glitter), Fly (an electric aqua) and Did It On 'Em (a fluorescent lime).
So be sure to check them out on their release in January 2012!


Photo: UsMagazine.com
Source: UsMagazine.com

FTC Disclaimer:
All opinions are my own.

xoxo
Simi

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What's In My Purse? - A Beauty & Fashion Look! By Simi

What's In My Purse? by simisodapop featuring leather handbags

Hey Everyone!
For Today's "Beauty & Fashion Look" I thought to do a "What's In My Purse?" post.
These are the top 5 must have items for me!
To Find out how I created this look click the BIG picture above! <3


FTC Disclaimer:
All opinions are my own.

xoxo
Simi

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Actor Russell Brand Goes Vegan!

Hey Everyone!
We all know Actor Russell Brand was named one of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals’ Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrities in 2011. Also he is best known for his roles in comedic films such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Get Him to the Greek, and Arthur.
Now Mr. Brand goes vegan.
He has been a vegetarian since age 14 and now..
Brand tweeted Sunday that he is now embracing a vegan lifestyle. He mentioned in his tweet that after seeing the documentary "Forks Over Knives", which focuses on the health benefits of a plant based diet he is supporting a vegan diet, he says “...goodbye eggs, hello Ellen,” referring to Ellen Degeneres, who supports a full vegan diet.
I'm happy to hear when stars make great health choices!
Congrats Russell! :)


Source: Twitter.com/#!/rustyrockets

xoxo
Simi

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Glade Holiday Collection: Get The Fabulously Festive Four

Hey Snowflakes!
I'm so happy about this post!!
Glade has released their 2011 Holiday Collection of their beautiful candles.
Glade candles are my favorite candles!
They have such gorgeous scents and I just love them!
I especially adore them around the fall/winter time.
Every year Glade releases a few holiday scents and this years scents part of the Glade Holiday Collection are..
Apple Cinnamon and French Vanilla and the limited edition Spruce It Up and Peppermint Crush.
I'm happy about the 2 new scents and I look forward to trying them out soon. :)
I usually pick them up at my local Walmart in a 4 pack of the candles, one of each scent for around $10.00. They are a really cute gift too.
I love to stock up on them haha.
You can also purchase these holiday scents from glade in some of their other product lines.
If your interested in those, be sure to check out their website (link below).
So.. hope you all enjoyed this post and I recommend checking these candles out because they are one of my most favorite holiday items, so lovely to have one of my all time favorites the "Apple Cinnamon" scent during my holiday parties.

P.s. I'll post a review soon of the scents and how much I like each scent from this years collection, so watch out for that!

Check out more Glade Holiday Products below..
http://www.glade.ca/en/glade-holiday-collection.aspx


FTC Disclaimer:
All opinions are my own.

xoxo
Simi

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Nail Art & Designs With Simi: "Candy Corn"

Hi Beauties!
So Halloween is only one week away! I have been getting some emails about halloween and nail designs. So I wanted to share my nail art & designs of some very pretty halloween themed nail designs for you all.
Every couple of days while counting down till halloween I'll be posting a halloween nail art & designs post on my site.
The first is the look of "Candy Corn".
OMGAABC I cannot express how much I adore this look for this lovely October month.
Here is how to do it!

You will need:
* Barielle - Protect Plus Color Nail Strengthener (Beige)
* 2 coats of China Glaze - Papaya Punch (Orange Look)
* 2 coats of Opi - Fiercely Fiona (Yellow Look)
* 2 coats of OPI - Mummy Knows Best (White Look)
* Barielle - No Chip Speed Dry with Silk Protein (Top Coat)

Steps..
#1. Apply the base coat.
#2. Paint your nails all over the orange color, then wait at least 10 minutes for your nails to fully dry.
#3. Add the Yellow Stripe on the Top, It’s okay if the stripe isn’t straight. Candy corns aren’t perfectly striped, either.
#4. Add the White Stripe on the Tip of Your Nails. Also be sure to remember to paint the free edge of your nails so the tips are also white. It looks best like that. Then wait at least 10 minutes to allow for this to dry a bit so you don't mess up and smudge the design.
#5. Apply a Top Coat, I love Barielle's top coats the best.
#6. Your all DONE! Now have fun rocking your Candy Corn Nails! :)

I love this candy corn look and I have worn it in the past years while dressed up as a candy corn girl! Everyone loved it too!
If you have any requests for the next "Nail Art & Designs With Simi" post send me a email. :)


FTC Disclaimer:
I purchased all listed items with my own money.
All opinions are my own.

xoxo
Simi

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What I Love: Halloween Cookie Pizza

Hey Dolls!
Today is a recipe on how to make "Halloween Cookie Pizza".
Looks so amazing right? :)

Top this sweet pizza any way you like, Halloween-style. Just 5 ingredients, 15 minutes prep.

Prep Time: 15 Min
Total Time: 1 Hr 5 Min
Makes: 16 servings

INGREDIENTS:
1 roll (16.5 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated sugar cookies
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup candy corn
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup vanilla ready-to-spread frosting (from 1-lb can)

DIRECTIONS:
Heat oven to 350°F. Line 12-inch pizza pan with foil; grease foil with shortening. Cut cookie dough into 1/4-inch-thick slices; arrange in pan. With floured fingers, press slices to form crust.
Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until deep golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Use foil to lift crust from pan. Carefully remove foil from crust; place crust on serving platter or tray. Spread peanut butter over crust. Sprinkle candy corn and raisins evenly over top.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting on High 10 to 15 seconds or until thin and drizzling consistency. Drizzle frosting over cookie pizza. Cut into wedges or squares.

High Altitude (3500-6500 ft)

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 270(Calories from Fat 100),Total Fat 11g(Saturated Fat 3g,Trans Fat 1 1/2g),Cholesterol 10mg;Sodium 125mg;Total Carbohydrate 39g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 27g),Protein 3g;
Percent Daily Value*:Vitamin A 0.00%;Vitamin C 0.00%;Calcium 0.00%;Iron 6.00%;Exchanges:1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;2 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:2 1/2;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: http://www.pillsbury.com

Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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Health Minute: Top 4 Things That Are Bad For Your Teeth

Hey Everyone!
It's a beautiful Saturday morning and I wanted to make a post about the "top 4 things that are bad for your teeth". So here is the list!

#1. Sugar:
Sugar is bad for your teeth, doesn't matter if it's refined white sugar, brown sugar, or honey. It all reacts to your teeth the same.Sugar creates an acidic environment in your mouth, which persists for about two hours after it’s consumed. If you eat or drink a little bit of sugar every few hours, your teeth will be continuously bathed in the acid, which directly dissolves tooth enamel. So try to avoid it in processed foods especially. I know I do love some ketchup sometimes but try to not eat large amounts of anything with lots of sugar in the ingredients. Also when shopping for juices keep in mind that even though it may not have "Added Sugar" it still has a little bit of natural sugar from the fruits and veggies.
Last Thing.. Be sure to wait at least 20minutes before brushing your teeth since your enamel is not it's strongest after eating sugary foods. :)

#2. Raisins, Dried Fruit:
Now these next two are good for your health but not as good for your teeth because of the usually high sugar amounts. Plus, they can get stuck between teeth (also annoying) and stay there for hours, causing decay.
Last Thing., Be sure to always rinse your mouth out with water after you eat these types of food.

#3. Alcohol:
Not only is it bad for your health it dries out your mouth which reduces your  saliva production.
Also acidic, which dissolves your enamel.
Last Thing.. Be sure to brush your teeth about 20 minutes after drinking alcohol or rinse with some water.

#4. Soft Drinks:
Blah.. I really don't see a need for soft drinks, I haven't had one in a few years and I feel better in my health ways and also soft drinks are very bad to your teeth.
They all contain acid, whether they are sugar-free or not. Also the ingredients in soft drinks are very unhealthy.
Last Thing.. Try not to drink soft drinks.. I love water and coconut & almond milk & sometimes a nice glass of hot chocolate. But if you quit them right away then be sure to not brush your teeth right afterwards because acid softens the structure of teeth and makes them more susceptible to abrasion.

..If you like these "Health Minute" posts, let me know.. send me a email and I would love to hear your thoughts!..


FTC Disclaimer:
All opinions are my own.

xoxo
Simi

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Victoria's Secret Releases Their "Christmas Dreams & Fantasies 2011" Catalog

Hey Dolls!
It's that time of the year again..
Victoria's Secret has released their.. "Christmas Dreams & Fantasies 2011" Catalog.
It can be seen here:
http://www.victoriassecret.com/ss/Satellite?c=Page&cid=1265634507011&pagename=vsdWrapper#/FC-1317602752358/.
I love each years Winter/Holiday Fashion, it's always so romantic and gorgeous!
This year the cover girl is the beautiful Candice Swanepoel.
There are TONS of beautiful items, and I'll be making a big purchase of goodies from VS very soon.
So check out their winter/holiday goodies and buy some items for yourself or your loved ones.. :)


Photo: VictoriasSecret.com

xoxo
Simi

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What I Love: Tombstone Cupcakes

Hey Everyone!
Today's recipe is called "Tombstone Cupcakes" and this is how to make them..

Enjoy this tombstone shaped cupcake made with Betty Crocker® Rich & Creamy frosting and gel – delightful dessert to serve at Halloween party.

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
1:30 Hr:Mins
Makes
24 servings

1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® devil’s food cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker® Rich & Creamy creamy white frosting
2 graham cracker rectangles, crushed
2 chocolate graham cracker rectangles, crushed
1 tube (0.68 oz) Betty Crocker® black decorating gel
12 chocolate creme-filled finger sandwich cookies, cut in half crosswise

Heat oven to 350°F. Place black paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 24 cupcakes, using water, oil and eggs. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Frost cupcakes with white frosting. Sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon graham cracker crumbs to look like dirt. With black decorating gel, pipe desired design on each cookie half. Insert 1 half into each cupcake to look like tombstone.
Makes 24 servings (1 cupcake)

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 257(Calories from Fat nc),Total Fat 12g(Saturated Fat 2g,Trans Fat ncg),Cholesterol ncmg;Sodium 261mg;Total Carbohydrate 36g(Dietary Fiber 1g,Sugars ncg),Protein 2g;
Percent Daily Value*:Vitamin A 0.00%;Vitamin C 0.00%;Calcium 0.00%;Iron 0.00%;Exchanges:1 Starch;nc Fruit;1 1/2 Other Carbohydrate;nc Skim Milk;nc Low-Fat Milk;nc Milk;nc Vegetable;nc Very Lean Meat;nc Lean Meat;nc High-Fat Meat;2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:2 1/2;*
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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Christina Aguilera New Fragrance 'Secret Potion' Commercial

Hey Dolls!
Christina Aguilera has just released a tv spot commercial for her new fragrance titled "Secret Potion".
The Secret Potion bottles include special jewelry pieces - the 15 ml bottle features a charm, while the larger ones include a mirrored locket.
I think the commercial is SO PRETTY! Christina looks super gorgeously stunning. I LOVE the perfume bottle too.
Be sure to check out the new fragrance "Secret Potion" and purchase one for yourself at...
Christina-Aguilera-Perfumes.com.
Also you can watch the pretty commercial below..




Photo: Youtube.com
Source: Youtube.com

xoxo
Simi

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Koda Kumi Releases Track List For Upcoming Single Release “Love Me Back"

Hey Dolls!

Exciting news today for Koda Kumi fans!

The track listing for Kumi's upcoming single release "Love Me Back" has been released!

It can be bought in 3 different packages. The first is a regular CD-only edition and the 2nd is a limited CD+DVD edition the 3rd is a edition which includes the song "Love Me Back" & A special pouch. Be sure to remember that the song "Love Me Back" is the opening theme song for the drama, “Nazotoki wa Dinner no Ato de“.

So check out the single when it releases on November 30th, and be sure to pre order it too!!

Check out the jacket covers and track list below..

1st Edition:

CD ONLY

01. Love Me Back

02. Say Her Name

03. Love Me Back remix

2nd Edition:

CD+DVD

01. Love Me Back

02. Say Her Name

03. Love Me Back remix

+

01. Love Me Back MUSIC VIDEO

02. Love Me Back MAKING VIDEO

03. a-nation 10th Anniversary for Life Charge‣Go! Weider in Jelly Live Video

M1. Megumi no Hito

M2. Bling Bling Bling

M3. Poppin’ love cocktail feat. TEEDA

3rd Edition:

SINGLE+Pouch

01. Love Me Back

Source: Koda Kumi's Official Website

FTC Disclaimer:

All opinions are my own.

xoxo

Simi

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Girls' Generation Releases Their New Album "The Boys" (Review)

Hey Pretty People!
Today is the release of Kpop's Girls' Generation's new album titled "The Boys".
This album is filled with electropop/dancepop songs and contains 12 tracks.
I have been addicted to playing their new single "The Boys" ever since I first heard it and when the music video was released yesterday, WOW I loved it even more.. such a elegant/sexy/sparkly/powerful/full of amazing dancing & fabulous fashion, music video. The most beautiful music video I have seen in a while. It has everything a music video could be!
It's lovely. Difenitly check out this album & their new music video, I have been playing their album all morning and also while I type this! ;)
My most favorite songs from this album are..
"The Boys", "Oscar", "Trick", "Lazy Girl" & "MR. TAXI".


FTC Disclaimer:
I purchased all products listed in this post with my my own money,
All opinions are my own.


Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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What I Love: Carrot-Cake Sandwich Cookies

Hey Dolls!
This recipe today is called "Carrot-Cake Sandwich Cookies".
I love love love carrot in baking and this treat is SOOO GOOD!
Here is how to make it..

Treat your family with these carrot sandwich cookies made using Pillsbury® Ready to Bake!™ oatmeal raisin cookies and filled with cream cheese-pineapple mixture - perfect for dessert.

Prep Time: 45 Min
Total Time: 1 Hr 10 Min
Makes: 1 dozen sandwich cookies

INGREDIENTS:
Cookies:
2 packages (16 oz) Pillsbury® Ready to Bake!™ refrigerated oatmeal raisin cookies (24 cookies)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded carrots

Filling:
1 container (12 oz) cream cheese whipped ready-to-spread frosting
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, well drained

DIRECTIONS:
Let cookie dough stand at room temperature 10 minutes to soften. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F.
In large bowl, mix cookie dough, flour and carrots until well blended. Shape dough into 24 balls; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 13 to 17 minutes or until golden brown around edges. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 20 minutes.
In medium bowl, mix filling ingredients until well blended. To make each sandwich cookie, spread about 2 tablespoons filling on bottom of 1 cookie. Top with another cookie, bottom side down. Store between sheets of waxed paper in tightly covered container.

High Altitude (3500-6500 ft)

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving (1 Sandwich Cookie)Calories 460(Calories from Fat 160),Total Fat 18g(Saturated Fat 6g,Trans Fat 2g),Cholesterol 0mg;Sodium 260mg;Total Carbohydrate 71g(Dietary Fiber 2g,Sugars 48g),Protein 2g;
Percent Daily Value*:Vitamin A 30.00%;Vitamin C 0.00%;Calcium 0.00%;Iron 10.00%;Exchanges:1 Starch;0 Fruit;3 1/2 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;3 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:5;*
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: http://www.pillsbury.com

Enjoy!
xoxo
Simi

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Girls' Generation Releases Their New Music Video “The Boys” (Korean Version)

Hey Everyone!
Today Girls' Generation has released their new music video for their single & album title "The Boys".
OMGAABC! I have been addicted to playing their new single "The Boys" ever since I first heard it and when the music video was released today, WOW I loved it even more.. such a elegant/sexy/sparkly/powerful/full of amazing dancing & fabulous fashion, music video. The most beautiful music video I have seen in a while. It has everything a music video could be!
It's lovely. Difenitly check out their new music video, & be sure to pick up a copy of their album on it's release tomorrow. I have been playing this song all morning.

Check out the music video below..



Source: Youtube.com
Photo: Youtube.com

xoxo
Simi

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Beauty Pop: OPI Halloween 2011 Products (pair'em scare'em & spookettes)

Boo! Hey Beauties..
Halloween is two weeks away and..
I have been getting tons of emails asking which is my favorite halloween nail polish colors to use.
I will be doing some posts soon on "Nail Art & Designs With Simi" with halloween themed ideas.
But also I recently picked up their newest 2 releases for halloween time titled "pair'em scare'em & spookettes. I adore these so much. They have all the right colors fit for halloween nail art & designs and I love OPI polish quality. So be sure to check out these and pick up some before halloween ends.
The first pair'em scare'em contains two polishes, 1 OPI Black Shatter & 1 Glow-In The Dark titled "Zom-Body To Love".. I LOVE that name & I have been wearing it with it's black shatter and it looks SO GORGEOUS & SPOOKY! BOO!
The next is a adorable collection of 4 mini's "He's My Boo", Mummy Knows Best", "I Only Date Wearwolves" & "Zom-Body To Love".
I love the mini collection so much too. I feel like I'll be wearing the glow-in the dark green and black shatter duo even after halloween.. haha.

If you want to read more details about the new releases here’s the official OPI press release:
Look Frighteningly Fashionable with OPI!
No Tricks, Just Treats with New OPI Halloween Nail Lacquers
Celebrate the scariest day of the year with OPI’s Halloween-inspired nail lacquers, available in two promotional gifts sets. For a limited time only, OPI will offer the new Spook-ettes mini pack, which includes four mini lacquers: He’s My Boo (a scary orange), Mummy Knows Best (a spook-tacular white), I Only Date Werewolves (a bewitching black) and Zom-Body to Love (a glow-in-the-dark green).
The Spook-ettes mini pack also includes free nail decals, along with instructions on how to create different nail art designs using the lacquers and stickers. For example, create a two-toned look with “Jack-in-the-Moon,” featuring a grinning face in a white full moon on a black nail, or go bold with “Welcome to Spider’s Corner,” showcasing a creepy-crawler layered over a bright orange hue.
Additionally, the Pair’em Scare’em duo pack will bring Zom-Body to Love and OPI’s bestselling Black Shatter together in a hair-raising pair. Inspired by graffiti art, Shatter leaves behind a crackled, two-texture finish when painted over completely dry OPI nail lacquer. Paint Shatter over two coats of Zom-Body to Love and add a top coat for a one-of-a-kind, glow-in-the-dark manicure.
“Halloween motivates us to express wild, imaginative concepts through hair, makeup, nails and costumes,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “The Spook-ettes and Pair’em Scare’em lacquers allow consumers to get fun and creative with our Halloween colors by pairing them with themed nail decals or adding the captivating shatter effect.”
OPI products contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application.
Spook-ettes ($16.95 CAN) and the Pair’em Scare’em duo pack ($20.95 CAN) will be retailed at Professional Salons and Spas.
For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com.
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FTC Disclaimer:

I purchased all listed items with my own money.

All opinions are my own.

xoxo

Simi

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