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What I got for Christmas

I was apparently a very good girl this year, and my dear family presented me with some wonderful gifts. While I do think the "giving" aspect of the season is the most important and rewarding, I don't buy too many things for myself during the year so it's a real treat to receive thoughtful gifts just for me. It's very touching when I know someone has put some real thought into what I might enjoy. So I decided it would be fun to share some of the gifts I received! Check out this great eye pillow from Too Dizzy: http://tinyurl.com/9fnjxu Not only is it lovely, it's very functional! It has a nice soothing light scent from the lavender and flax seed filling. I used it last night when I went to bed. It relaxed my eyes and blocked out the annoying flashing glow of the TV that hubby insists he needs on to go to sleep. The lavender also helped me sleep and I dozed off quickly and peacefully. I also warmed it up a bit in the microwave earlier today to ease a headache I had going. As it melted away my headache, I found it very helpful indeed.

Happy Holidays from Soap Rehab!

Happy Holidays to all! May your season be merry and bright and filled with love and joy.

Free shipping and Pumpkin Brulee Sale

FREE SHIPPING Monday 12/15/08-Friday 12/19/08 at Soap Rehab!
There's still time to order for Christmas! And now all Pumpkin Brulee products are on sale! While supplies last, then they're gone until next fall. So, get your pumpkin pie bath products while you can...bathe in warm custard-y baked goodness and put a pumpkin smile on your face :) http://soaprehab.com

Notice: Starting Saturday 12/20, Soap Rehab will be closed for the week of Christmas. Shipping will resume 12/27/08.

New Product--Pure Rehab Unscented Oatmeal Soap Bar

This bar is Pure Rehab--it is simply a great lathering, soothing, unscented bar of soap to rehab your shower experience. Great for sensitive skin or for those with sensitivities to essential oils and fragrances. The oats are very finely ground for a slightly scrubby effect. This colloidal oatmeal also naturally calms and soothes your skin--moisturizing, softening, and protecting it. Made with mango butter, olive oil, and avocado oil for creamy, non-drying lather and coconut and palm oils for good lathering bubble action and a nice hard, long lasting bar. No fragrance or scents, just the light aroma of the oats.

Ingredient Spotlight-Meadowfoam Oil

Meadowfoam seed oil is an edible seed oil, extracted from the seeds of Limnanthes alba (meadowfoam). Meadowfoam is a 10- to 18-inch-tall flowering plant. I have read that some grass-seed farmers who are no longer allowed to burn their fields are now planting meadowfoam as an alternative crop. The oil is very emollient, and contains high levels of naturally occurring Vitamin E. It is said to moisturize the skin and hair better than most oils, and it helps prevent moisture loss. It provides good slip in creams, providing a nice feel when smoothing on lotions and butters and making it nice for massage as well. I love the light, moisturizing attributes it brings to my body butter formulation.

My "little" angel

My angel before his Holiday Band Concert

Favorite Holiday Songs

I saw an article recently with a list of the holiday songs the author was already tired of hearing. So, I thought I'd write instead about 5 of my favorite holiday songs!! We listen to a lot of Christmas songs this time of year. With the local radio station that plays them 24-7 and my husband's sincere love of music, we have plenty to get us in the mood of the season. Not feeling too cheery and bright and glistening with Holiday Spirit? Try these:

1. Sleigh Ride--cheery and fun!
2. White Christmas--mellow and thankful.
3. Silver Bells--Elvis Presley version. Classic Elvis. dreamy.
4. Christmastime is Here--easy on the ears, never gets old
5. Baby it's Cold Outside--with Dean Martin. sweet, fun, nice to sing along to

What's your favorite holiday song?

The BIG Give from Bird on a Wire

There's still time! Running until December 8th is Bird on a Wire's BIG Give. A different product each day to win! Come enter to win my Three Kings Bath Soak! Yes, Soap Rehab is Day 7, and there are lots of other cool things to come...so check it out at: http://lagniappemarketing.net/category/the-big-give/

Shake Your Bon Bons Candy Giveaway!

Shake your Bon Bons is giving away some amazing treats this month!! Unique bon bon flavors, mouthwatering fudge, creamy butter creams, chocolate pretzels, and so much more.

From their blog: Visit the Candy & Baked Goods page of my website, pick out your favorite candy, and leave a comment on this blog letting me know your choice. One lucky reader will get the candy of their choice delivered in time to share with family & friends for the holiday. Or you can be like me, hide it under your pillow and hoard it like a squirrel! Winner will be announced on Friday December 19th. Good luck and Happy Chocolatey Holidays!

It's easy to enter, and there are several ways to get more entries, so check it out: go to http://www.shakeyourbonbons.com click on "Some Sweet Musings" on the right hand side, and scroll down to Tis the Season to be Giving.

Winter Wonderland

Walking in a winter wonderland....here's a photo from our backyard. The wood duck seems to handle the snow pretty well!