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Angela’s Lab | Capturing the Moment

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It's true what they say... the older you get, the years seem to go by faster and faster. And as all parents know, time goes even faster when you have kids. It seems like one minute you're changing diapers, then you blink and they're off to preschool... or college, as the case may be. The day Christina was born, the hospital sent a photographer to our room to take pictures of her and us holding our little angel. You have the option to purchase the photos. At the time, I thought, okay we'll get some photos of our sweet newborn, thinking to myself that I looked and felt like a wreck after 18 hours of labor, followed by an ...Read more.

Angela’s Lab | Self-Tanning Made Simple

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It was the '90s. I was in my 20s, living in California and having a golden tan was a must-have "accessory." My skin is naturally pale and when I tan my skin turns a reddish-brown that doesn't last very long. Oh, but the damage to our skin from tanning and sun exposure has lasting effects as we all know. As irritating as it was at the time, I developed brown patches on my face from baking in the sun with low SPF sunscreen or baby oil (!) -- who else did that?! Ugh. At first, I thought - wow, my mom is right and I have skin cancer... Of course, when you're 20-ish and not yet a parent you have yet to realize that your mom ...Read more.

Angela’s Lab | Pop of Color

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There's nothing like a pop of color to give you a sunny outlook and sometimes we just need that extra pick-me-up, right? Color has a huge influence on our mood and how we're perceived by others too. I have a tailored red dress that gets me compliments every time I wear it. This hot pink top paired with one of my favorite girly skirts has the same effect. When you look good and love what you're wearing, you feel inspired and get more accomplished. Winning! ...Read more.