Friday musings: Pet edition

We're seriously considering adopting a puppy dog - main reason being that li'l O begs and begs and begs every single day (and night).  I've been avoiding it until now but I think I'll have to give in sooner than later.

Don't get me wrong - I loooove doggies and pets in general - It's just the training and Having to clean the 'dirties' that I'm not all that excited about.  Kiddo and hubby will get to have all the fun and I will be stuck with the cleaning part ;) but what the heck, my kiddo will be super happy and we'll be able to provide a home for one of many animals that need a shelter and love!!

So, keeping it with the subject, here are some Friday musings - Doggie special!!

Thursday Tip - Cleaning makeup brushes

As a teen, I loved wearing makeup but as i got older, I wasnt so into it and preferred the natural look for the most part.  i am now again loving the whole makeup thing; only difference is, I now know better than to pick up anything and everything thats cheap :-)

coming onto the subject, I've also learned the do's and don'ts of proper makeup application & that's where cleaning makeup brushes plays an important part. It is one of the most crucial yet overlooked tasks; probably because most people consider it to be lengthy and tedious process or don't realize how much we're hurting ourselves and our skin by not taking the time to wash our brushes.

It's really easy to be honest.  I have recently learned that a gentle shampoo or dish soap and EVOO(Extra Virgin Olive Oil) is all that is required to thoroughly clean your makeup brushes.  I just mix the 2 ingredients and then dip the brush in it and then rub it on my palm gently yet thoroughly.  I then wash it off with clean water and let is dry.

Spinach & Tofu curry

We've all heard of Palak Paneer - It's a lovely dish that's very popular in North Indian cuisine - this is just a healthy twist on it using  tofu with Spinach curry.  

I served with a side of Cucumber, tomato & red onion salad w/ parathas & rice (not pictured). 

April fools :o)

Some of my favs on this 'fools' day!!