The Body Shop(aff) is having a sale! I had to post these here, because I think that this is a great deal.

The Body Shop is known for it’s great quality products. So, here it is…enjoy these 🙂

These coupons are only good until June 5th!

Cheers,
Aviva

When I heard the song “Price Tag” by Jessie J, I was amazed by both the lyrics and her voice. I think that the girl has a great voice, and that there will definitely be many more amazing things happening in her career.

“Price Tag” is one of the tracks on Jessie J’s debut album Who You Are.
Apparently, the album took 6 years to record.

I listened to other songs on this album as well, and I would have to say that Price Tag is my favorite, so I embedded a YouTube video to share with you. Enjoy 🙂

The album was well-received by critics, and I can certainly understand why. I think that Jessie J did a great job on it, and I definitely look forward to seeing what she will come out with next.

If you would like your own copy of Who You Are, you can purchase it HERE.

**Note: this post contains affiliate links to Amazon

Valid May 16/2011-Ongoing

According to the Federal Trade Commission, bloggers are required to disclose the ways in which they (try to) monetize their blogs.

Although FTC rules apply to blogs based in the USA, and mine is not (so legally, I don’t really have to disclose anything), I feel that it is only fair to my readers/users/visitors that I am transparent and honest when it comes to the ways in which I use this blog to make money, and/or/if/whether I receive free products/services or other forms of compensation.

1. Affiliate links. The majority of the links on this site that relate to products or retailer sites are affiliate links. From now on, I will be stating whether or not a link is an affiliate link at the bottom of each post. Be assured that every link to Amazon is definitely an affiliate link.

It does not cost you any more money (and you probably would pay less than retail) by using my Amazon/affiliate links to purchase whatever products you want/need.

Also understand that by using my Amazon Affiliate links, you are helping me improve this site (so that I could be able to pay my contributors, and afford to buy GIVEAWAY items for my readers), help fund my university education. So, your personal online retail therapy helps in many ways and any help is greatly appreciated. 🙂

2. This blog accepts forms of cash advertising, sponsorship, paid insertions or other forms of compensation.
The compensation received may sometimes influence the content, topics or posts made in this blog. That content, advertising space or post may not always be identified as paid or sponsored content, although I will do my very best to make sure to identify any link/post that was compensated/sponsored.

3. Even if I received free gifts/products/services for review, I will not always be giving a positive review to the entity/company/person who sent/gave me them, nor am I obligated to do so.

4. Aviva, AH Life and Style, hold no liability for any negative consequences for the users as a result of any purchase or action taken after reading the content. You are reading the content at your own risk. I am not a doctor, so you should consult one before starting any serious weight loss/diet program.

Any tips that I post on any part of the blog are based entirely on my experience, education, and that of my contributors (and neither I nor my contributors are to be held liable for any unfavourable results).

Should you have a negative experience with any product/service mentioned on this site, you should take it up with the company/entity/person who provides such, and not AH Life and Style.

5. Copyright/etc. Images on this blog are copyright of the photographers/entities who own them. I do not claim ownership of any image on this blog, unless I specify that I took the picture. Articles are copyright of Aviva, or the contributor(s) specified in the byline credits. Contributors retain copyright of their own articles/images/other forms of content.

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PS. Feel free to use this disclosure/disclaimer on your own blog and modify it as you see fit, just be sure to link back to AH Life and Style as the source.

After hearing several good things about Technorati, I have decided to start an account there and find more fashion, fitness, and art blogs to follow, as well as read tips on blogging, search engine optimization and more.

It is required that I post a unique code within the new blog post,
so here it is: QZP723XHYQ92

I have heard of Technorati being a good resource for bloggers, and who knows, I might even submit a couple of articles there too. 🙂

Upcoming posts include: interviews, product reviews, and more. Stay tuned for that!

Cheers,
Aviva

The Body Shop was founded in 1976 by Anita Roddick, a British businesswoman and human rights activist, who was known for her charitable contributions, as well as campaigns for environmental and social issues. She was promoting ethical consumerism long before it was trendy to do so.

I admire Anita Roddick’s business sense, as well as her success as an entrepreneur in general. She started a great company with the right attitude, and the company will continue to thrive.

Between 1976 and now, The Body Shophas grown into a wonderful international company offering hundreds of products including various body butters, make-up, skin care ranges, as well as men’s skin care.

I have tried some of the products from The Body Shop and I love many of their body butters because they smell great and have moisturizing qualities that are great for the skin, not to mention that they only use natural ingredients in production.

Between now and April 24th, 2011 receive a Free Gift with Any $30 Purchase at The Body Shop. Valid 4.13.2011–4.24.2011

Cheers,
Aviva

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you are looking for gift ideas, you have come to the right place. 🙂

Gifts don’t have to be expensive for them to be appreciated by the person that you are giving to. Therefore, I hope that you check out the following 50 gift ideas that I think your mother or wife would like (all under $50).

Fragrances, beauty products, gift cards, and jewelry are definitely great for Mother’s Day.

Fragrances: Women like to receive fragrances as gifts. Whenever I am looking for a present for my mom, I always try to get her perfume that I think she will like.

Jewelry: Jewelry that looks nice does not have to be expensive and is great for accessorizing. See below what I found for under $50 (and that I believe looks beautiful).

Beauty Products: Girls and women enjoy nice smelling hair products, good quality skin care products, body butters, bath salts, etc. The possibilities are endless.

I hope you found this helpful 🙂
Click here for more gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Aviva

Hey guys!

You may have noticed that I have not updated this blog for a couple of weeks now. Now that I have some time, I am thrilled to be back at it.

There were a few reasons for my lack of blog posts:

1. The first reason was that I was finishing up my 3rd year final exams, and if you have been to university, you can probably remember how busy the final exam period is. I am very relieved and happy to be done 3rd year. 🙂

2. Second, I have done a few shoots, and have not yet picked which photos to use in upcoming posts.

3. Third, I was busy interviewing some people for upcoming features and working through guest post submissions. Also, if you would like to submit, take a look at the “submit yours/contribute” tab for the specs.

4. I am always thinking of ways to improve what I am doing (whether it’s modeling, blogging, or studying) in every way possible, and sometimes taking a break is the best way to do it.

5. I wanted the Frilly Lilly review to stay up at the front a little bit longer because I am very honoured to have been invited to the store and experience the services. I had a great experience there, and I know you will too.

What is coming up?

1. Fitness posts

2. Interviews with pretty awesome people

3. Updates on some previous interviewees

4. Reviews of products, services, etc.

5. Features of stores that I like

6. Photos from shoots

7. And much more!! 🙂

Cheers,
Aviva

With Valentine’s Day being less than 1 week away, you are probably looking for some last minute gift ideas for your loved ones.

When it comes to presents, the most expensive stuff is not necessarily what you need to buy in order to make people happy. Happiness comes from within, and it is not the monetary price that you pay, but the thought that counts.

People want to feel loved & remembered, and when you buy something for them, you are letting them know that they are not forgotten. It doesn’t matter if you spend $25, $100, or $500 on a present to the people that you’re buying for.

Buying inexpensive presents does not mean that you are cheap, it just means that you are resourceful when it comes to budgeting.

While browsing on Amazon, I found some awesome gift ideas.

Fragrances. Provided that they are not allergic, women love perfume. I enjoy getting perfume as a present, and I know many of my female relatives and friends do as well.

Jewelry. You don’t have to buy $1000+ diamond rings/necklaces in order to show your appreciation of the person you are buying for. Generally, women like jewelry because it looks nice.

Magazine Subscriptions. Why not give someone a subscription to their favorite magazine?

Books.They are inexpensive, and some of them are intersting and entertaining.

Movies & TV. People love to watch a good movie/show. There are movies for all interests.

These are only a few…you can check out Amazonfor more gift ideas 🙂

Have a great one!!
Aviva

Wanting to wish you, my readers, a Happy New Year.
May the New Year bring you prosperity, happiness, love and friendships.Dream big, take charge, and create your own opportunities.
May all your dreams come true. ~Aviva

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