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I found them. I know where the fashionistas are hiding.

Actually it's more like, I now know where they shop. Argentinian women, I'm learning, aren't big on flaunting their wardrobes. Unlike our culture which is a fashion show/competition every day, Argentinians have more than their fair share of shops, but they don't seem motivated to show it off. Most opt for casual, comfortable...
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I'm in Argentina. Buenos Aires at the moment! Alex and I have escaped the snow and swapped goose bumps for heat stroke this Christmas.

While my Winnipeg family is shivering in -40 (Celsius) right now, Alex's family comes from Argentina and we're here to visit them, get ill advised tans, and explore. We arrived on Saturday, slept the whole day and night and have spent the last two days...
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Put away your credit cards for just a moment because Visa wants to treat you this holiday season. We are excited to announce that Visa is giving one lucky winner a free $50 prepaid VISA gift card! If you're a last minute Christmas shopper this will surely come in handy.

It's all part of their promotion of some great new services that make it possible to shop online rather...
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How many holiday parties are crammed into your calendar?  In the spirit of the season, it just wouldn't do to show up empty-handed.  Let us help you arrive Party Prepared:


L'Occitane Provence Candied Rose Candle, $32

Awaken your senses with the fragrant Provençal tradition of coating rose petals with sugary syrup. It all comes to life in this limited edition candle from...
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Life gets crazy around the holidays. In the midst of all the shopping, holiday parties, and school plays, we tend to forget what really matters most - giving back. Whether you're buying gifts or decorating your home, there are many ways do it in an eco-friendly way.

LED Lights: The season wouldn't be the same without beautiful twinkling lights. Outdoor and indoor lights can use a lot of...
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Christmas shopping for the kids is simple, right?  It should be as easy as strolling into Toys 'R Us and voila - the perfect gift is right there front and center.  The truth is, Aunties and Uncles of the world, it's not.  Take a page from your own childhood and look to revamped favourites and engaging new tech as sure bets for the tikes and teens of 2009.


(1) Cake Beauty...
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Yes, seriously! I will recklessly put myself out there and admit that once upon a time, I was a Trekkie. After a series of bad movies and pep talks to self about moving onto bigger and better things, I was prepared to scoff at this latest Enterprise adventure.

Wrong. Give your guy a thrill and rent it for him tonight! (No, not that kind of thrill - that part's optional ;) A 95% approval rating...
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Hi Everyone! We had a tremendous response to our giveaway earlier this week (5,000 people in 4 hours!) and as a result, the generous people at Vaseline decided to give it to everyone who applied.*

All of you who qualified received an email from us last night letting you know you will be sent either the product or a 100% coupon to redeem in store for your lotion.

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