CAR WASH WAS A SPLASH!

Thanks to everyone who came out and participated in or 2nd annual Charity Car wash.

The Believe team was met with energetic, passionate and incredible volunteers that made the car wash such a success. We had a High Sun, High spirits and a substantial goal!

As a team we were able to raise $480 towards the Princess Margaret's Hospital Weekend to End Women's Cancers.

THE WALK , which takes place on September 10th and 11th is a 32km walk through and around Toronto. Look out for the mob in PINK as we continue to host a variety of fundraisers and give you an opportunity to support a worthy cause.

Thanks again from The Believe team to all the hard working volunteers!

Jackie

Car Wash to Wipe out Cancer

"MEET YOU AT THE CAR WASH"

The Believe team is at it again. Washing, Drying and polishing your wheels on Saturday from 10am-2pm at our annual charity car wash. Saturday should be a beautiful day. Come out to 148 Markham road (nestled between Eglinton Ave. & Kingston Rd. on Markham) and let us wash your car for a good cause. 100% of your donation will go towards The Weekend to End Woman's Cancers walk taking place on September 10th and 11th.

If you don't have a car feel to reach out and support we will have some sweet treats and Ice cold refreshments to quench your thirst to support!

Were washing and walking for a cure to a disease that has robbed so many of Teachers, Partners, Friends and Loved ones. With our efforts combined we hope to raise funding to find a cure to Cancer.

Hope yo see you out!

Jackie & The Believe Team

SNAP Beaches/Danforth - The Sweetheart's Spa

Love was in the air on Feb 14. @ The Sweetheart's Spa, We hosted over 30 patrons to an experience of love while raising funds for The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Another spa-tacular experience!

SNAP Beaches/Danforth - The Sweetheart's Spa

Keep Your Heels n' Toes in Check with 5 easy steps!

As winter takes us by storm in the next few days don’t forget about your feet! Wrap ‘em up, bundle them tight! In less then 5 months it will be time for toes, to see DAYLIGHT!

I find people forget about their feet, living in Canada and all. When for half the year we hide our feet from the elements. But that doesn't mean we should ignore them. I have 5 easy D.I.Y.’s to make your feet feel fancy and fantastic all winter long. I don’t know about you but, I’m waiting on summer and I don’t want to keep her waiting when she gets here. Be ready to Jump in FEET FIRST!

5 TIPS TO WINTER WORTHY, SUMMER READY FEET

1. Get rid of your Ped EGG! I thought at first that, I just didn't want to understand what it was. Never could I imagine a cheese grater attached to a pink & white tupperware as a tool for ones feet. “Less is more” my Nana always says- I would suggest a less abrasive technique, First try a simple exfoliating scrub you can use on your feet while in the shower, it takes 30 seconds and is a easy first step.Pay special attention to the unsightly areas (hard or yellow, rub and scrub with love)

Depending on the severity of your cracked heels or calloused corns you might

want to use No More Rough Stuff Pumice - Foot Care from Body Shop in combination with an exfoliating scrub. My favorite place to find these is Winners, what a little savings can do for your feet!

Step #2. So easy, Dry between your toes, a little bit of water can go a long way. What causes peeling between toes? By not drying between your toes

you are creating a breeding ground for fungus. If you can’t reach your toes look for something to help.

Step #3. Keep nails trimmed and filed. Grooming, simple grooming. Save your socks and your partner the battle and keep your toe nails groomed and healthy looking.

Step #4 . If you have dry skin or rough skin on your feet you can use a dry fine flat file to buff some of the hard stuff off.

Step #5. Moisturize, once a day for maintenance, twice a day for repair. A third time if you really really care!

More recently (After being spoiled on Christmas) I received Body Shop Hemp gift set. Yummy, but it had in it Hemp Foot Protector, its so smooth and buttery. Loaded with hemp seed oil and a

I always tell my clients that doing something is better then doing nothing when it comes to caring for your feet.

Do what you can, and if you can't call me!

I hope you can use one or all of my tips in your on personal care regime .

Nurse Jackie

A Look back at my Shellac

A few weeks ago my girlfriends and I travelled to the deeps of downtown Toronto to experience SHELLAC Manicure brought to us by our friends at Ritual Spa. I first heard of this Shellacing nail polish application almost a year ago from a fellow nail polish enthusiast at All Lacquered UP.



I couldn't believe 2 weeks of chip free, high shine, no breaks, no maintenance nails. What was I going to do with all this free time? How about work my nails to the tips and see how strong this Mani really was.

First I have to touch on Drying time, there is none! No dry time equals no smudging no having your manicurist dig into the depths of my bag for my wallet. No waiting. (score 2 points!)

Yolonda is up first

This Product has been on the market for almost a year and the only thing the collection is missing is variety. We had 12 colours to choose from. I went for what I thought would get me into the Holiday season "Wild Fire", a bright rich red. I was also thinking a perfect neutral red. I guess to me there is such a thing.

After answering our 30+ questions our manicurist let us in on her secret that regular nail polish might MIGHT last the same amount of time. Her proof was on the thumb a Rich Brown that reminded me of Essie's Little Brown Dress(so hot). She says, get this- 10 days. I'm planning on risking my mani next time for something fresh and new...might just bring my own.

Some photos. I have to remind you first, my job some days seem like a constant trip to the sink to wash my hands , wash my hands, wash my hands. Hey even if your not a nurse I would suggest, recommend and swear by this simple technique to stop the spread of germs..OK, Picture time.

Shine that couldn't stop shinning!

DAY 1

This is Day 1, kinda looks like day 11!

This happens to be day 3 when I decided to have a party, The occasion when asked - Friday. The amount of chopping, cleaning, flipping, frying, baking and more cleaning plus a wee bit of scrubbing. These nails kept there shine and integrity.- i need to relax I'm talking about nails, but this is exciting stuff.




Ici, Max, she's great! What a awesome organizer. When she told me she was moving I knew I wanted to help.








WE cleaned 2 stoves, to kitchens, to fridges, 2 sets of cupboards (more at the new place which even I was excited about).
My nails, laughing at me because I doubted their strength and stability. SHOCKING...

later that day.Yes, it's dim

And yes,Still SHINE!

put these hands to bed...

The Next few days I was busy at work, one clinic...25 feet? that's not possible, anyhow. Alot of hand washing, alcohol wiping, instrument clinking, finger work. No budge. Unbelievable to on lookers and myself. This Shellac Manicure is the truth!

Removal...they suggest having a technician remove. I just got technical.

It was so nice/ weird to see my naked nails again...what came next...lil brown dress & sew psyched rich and delish!

Let's Join the conversation on Men's Health with The Cupcake Place

Heres your chance
If you haven’t already heard, The Cupcake Place is hosting a Movember MoParty on Monday, November 29, 2010. This will be a great fourm to talk about Men's Health, ask questions, share experiences and educate ourselves on the topics that race to the top of the charts in men's health. Cancer.
See you Monday! Just Click Below!
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Movember, A month dear to my Heart

I share my loss in the hopes we can share in the load to remove the cause of our losses.



It has been just over a year since I lost the first love of my life, My Grand Father John Webster Maucklin Walker. It started with prostate cancer over 7 years ago.After diagnosis it seemed to be the fastest most fearful and questionable years of my grandfathers life. Will it come Back? How long will I have?Will this be Grandpa's last Christmas? Happy to just sit with his grand kids and great grand kids any given day nurturing with love and commitment to respect and loyalty. I must say that if it wasn't for my mothers observation, critical thinking and fast action towards early detection, we may not have been to enjoy his love for the last six years of his life.
We all miss Grandpa, My Big sister has a way with words and more recently began to share her thoughts and feelings with the world, Thanks Chris.

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