Drink. Share. Earn

Sorry, I haven't posted in a while..I've been busy advertising our new business!  I'm super excited about this opportunity...1 because I LOVE coffee and 2 because of the income opportunity it gives us!  I've never seen such an amazing compensation plan before and have been actively sharing this opportunity with everyone I know.   Here's a little information for you:

“Why Coffee”?. It is Easy, Simple EVERYONE drinks it, and its the 2nd most traded commodity in the world next to oil. Simply share with two other coffee drinkers and your on your way to building a huge business that will pay you back month after month. 

Did you know...

~ 1 out of 3 coffee drinkers won't meet with their boss until they've had their morning cup of joe

~ There are approximately 3,600 coffee beans in one pound of coffee

~ Sixty percent-plus of all coffee sales are instant coffee

Who knew something as simple as a cup of coffee could open the door to such a financially lucrative opportunity?

Combining the world's most perfect coffee with word-of-mouth advertising, reserve your cup is poised to dominate the global coffee industry in the direct selling channel. With half the world's population drinking 3 cups a day, the business opportunity seems a no brainer. Combine coffee's popularity with the strength of person-to-person advertising (word-of-mouth)-a $120 billion market-and you've got a recipe for success, served piping hot in a delicious cup.

Seems like a winning combination. Drink coffee, share coffee and get paid doing it!

Do you know anyone that drinks coffee? Why not profit from it?

www.coffeewithcarrie.com

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Pump up the Volume - Review

Pump up the Volume Mousse by Shear Miracles is one of my favorite products!  I use it mostly when I do my hair curly and it really helps hold my curls all day and even into the next day!  Since I only wash my hair every other day I love finding products that help my hair stay nice into the second day and this product does the trick! It give my hair volume, holds my curls without frizz, and doesn't make my hair stiff.  I love it!

Here is the product description from the Shear Miracles website:

This verstile mousse maximizes your hair's volume while adding shine & radiance to the hair. It's also great for curls!

 Not to be compared with chemical mousse, this airy, foaming styling aid adds volume & body to hair using the heat of the blow dryer. When used on curly or wavy hair & dried naturally or with the use of a diffuser, this product encourages curls to remain throughout the day. 

One of our BEST SELLERS!

Ingredients: Distilled water; certified organic aloe vera; organic non-GMO corn extract; vegetable glycerin; organic herbal extracts of: black currant, beet root, kham thai and blueberry; Vitamin A; natural plant sourced vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C; organic shea butter; organic oils of: avocado, olive, coconut, palm, jojoba; vegetable castor oil; grapeseed; apricot and evening primrose; organic African black soap; silk protein; extracts of organic peppermint, wild-crafted yucca; wild-crafted horsetail, organic nettle and organic melissa; certified organic plant source xanthan gum; vitamin E; organic essential oils of: rosemary and litsea cubeba.

If your salon is interested in using and/or selling Shear Miracles products contact Robyn today! Your customers will thank you!   Be sure to tell Robyn you heard about Shear Miracles products from Carrie A Groff on her Living a Healthy Beach Life blog.



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1 Week Update - Keragreen Keratin Smoothing Treatment

Ok, so it's been one week since getting my Keragreen Keratin Smoothing Treatment.  My hair still looks great!  My ends were a bit dry but that was because I needed it trimmed which I just got done today and it's so smooth and silky!  Love it!  I even noticed that when I washed my hair my hair color isn't washing out as much as it did before I got this treatment done.  I colored my hair one week before the treatment and it's really helping it hold the color.

You can get your hair colored and then get the smoothing treatment done as an add-on and it will really seal in your color!

Ask my girls at Pure Essence Organic Salon to schedule your next Organic Color and Keragreen Smoothing Treatment or just get the Keragreen Smoothing Treatment and you will see great results!



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Day 1 of Keragreen Treatment Review

I received a Keragreen Keratin Treatment today, being a hair model for the girls at my organic salon, Pure Essence Organic Salon.  My hair has natural curls,  frizz, and always has dry split-ends.  The girls at my salon recommended this treatment and wanted a hair model to do the treatment on so I agreed to do the treatment then share it with all my blogger friends.

Here is my before picture:

First, they washed my hair twice using a pre-treatment shampoo, then they dried it until it was slightly damp.  Then section by section they sprayed the treatment on my hair combing it through from root's to ends.  Then I sat under the hair dryer for 30 minutes.

 After that they blow dried it and straightened it.  When they used the flat iron to straighten it that's what really sealed in the treatment and made it shiny!

My hair never looks this nice after blow drying it! :-)

I am not allowed to wash my hair now for 3-4 days.  The treatment takes about as long as getting hair color done.  I can tell that there is something in my hair...kind of feels like when you put too much conditioner or smoothing serum in your hair, but it's not greasy.  It's super straight..no frizz..no fly-aways..and it's shiny!

I'm excited to see how my hair will be after a few days of not washing it and then once I do wash it it should be more shiny, hold my color longer, and have less frizz as well as keep my natural curls more manageable.  I will be using a special shampoo and conditioner recommended after getting the Keragreen Keratin treatment done as well.

Stay tuned for updates as I go through the next 3-4 days and over the next 4-6 weeks.  They say that the more you get the treatment done the better you see results with it and you may be able to go 12 weeks until the next treatment.

Here is a little information about the treatment from Pure Essence Organic Salon March newsletter:

INTRODUCING:

KERAGREEN KERATIN

SMOOTHING SYSTEM!

Keragreen Keratin and Protein Systems controls frizzy and unmanageable hair and restores strength to weakened follicles all while preventing further hair loss.  The exclusive formula of natural and organic active components contains essential amino acids, proteins, minerals, and citric acid extracts that will moisturize, repare, rejuvenate, and strengthen your hair. 

KeraGreen is not just another keratin hair treatment, it is formaldehyde free.  It is a complete keratin and protein hair restoration system.  The innovative formulation and product line will deliver astonishing, long lasting, and inspiring results treatment after treatment.

Please call Pure Essence to set up a consultation appointment, to discuss options and pricing for your hair. 717.656.0208"

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Pure Essence Organic Salon Review

Why go to an Organic Salon?


When you go to a regular hair salon, the stylist is applying dangerous and carcinogenic chemicals onto your head. Also, the toxins that are released into the air damage the lungs of your hair stylist and yourself.  The chemicals in hair colors are consistently tied to breast cancer and other diseases.


I have been looking for an organic salon and finally found one.


Pure Essence Organic Salon in Leola, PA.  


 Be a fan on their Facebook Page to learn more: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pure-Essence-Salon/123679107157


Pure Essence uses only all organic and natural processes for your hair, nails and makeup.  Shear Miracles products to be exact.  Love them!  Check out their Facebook Page for more info, specials and contests! http://www.facebook.com/shearmiracles


One of the biggest things I wanted in an Organic Salon was hair color that was organic.  I always loved getting my hair color done, but hated the smell and knew that the chemicals in it was only doing more damage to my hair, scalp and lungs.   The color that Pure Essence uses is Organic Salon Systems color.  You can learn more about it here:  www.organicsalonsystems.com


Here is a little explanation from Pure Essence February Newsletter on why you should use organic color:

WHY USE ORGANIC COLOR?

With all of the health problems we face in the 21st century, isn't it about time to examine what we use on our hair and scalp?  Most hair color products today contain harmful ingredients, the main one being AMMONIA.  Ammonia is a harsh chemical used in the productions of explosives, fertilizers, household cleaners, and plastics.  When used in hair color, it damages your hair shaft, stripping it of amino acids called "Tyrosine" which is vital to maintain the health and integrity of your hair.  Ammonia is known to cause mild to severe side effects and allergic reactions such as rashes, headaches, stinging eyes, upper respiratory distress, eczema, and pulmonary edema.  

Here are the top 10 reasons why you should consider choosing Organic Color Systems:

1. It's 100% Ammonia and Resorcinal Free.

2. They use certified organic ingredients.

3. This color line maintains the integrity of your hair.

4. It contains the lowest percentage of ppd's possible.

5. It also contains the lowest percentage of Ethanolamine.

6. This color contains Vitamin C and Vitamin E to produce longer-lasting color results.

7. It also contains Coconut, Wheat Protein and Fruit extracts for Protection.

8. It does NOT contain parabens, plastics or sulphates.

9. Organic Color Systems is certified Animal cruelty-free.

10. They are also certified vegan by P.E.T.A.

If you live near Leola, PA I definitely recommend checking out Pure Essence Salon!  Tina the owner, Jessica, my stylist, and Jen, the other stylist, are fantastic ladies!  It's always a fun experience and they are always learning new techniques that they love sharing with their customers.


Stay tuned for a review on their Keragreen Treatments that I will be getting done in two weeks as a part of a training class that Pure Essence stylists are going to. :-)  


Here is a brief excerpt about Keragreen Treatments:


Keragreen is an innovative keratin treament that is safe, gentle and formaldehyde free.  It is a smoothing treatment, so unlike some of the popular keratin straightening treatments, so it does not straighten hair.  It makes it the perfect treatment for those who love their curls, or waves, but hate how hard it is to manage their hair.  It will eliminate the frizz, and leave their curls soft, frizz-free, and shiny.  If your hair is fairly straight, it will also be a good treatment for you, as it creates a sleek, silky look.  In addition to smoothing, it is a treatment that will actually improve the way your hair feels, and rebuilds from the inside out.  This service can be done as often as once a month, and typically lasts up to 3 or 4 months, if properly maintained.  We also offer shampoo, conditioner, and styling aids, made specifically for those who have had the treatment done.  It will maintain the integrity of the keratin, and continue to rebuild and strengthen your hair.



This post is in no way a paid advertisement.  I am posting this as my own opinion on the salon. 



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“Failure is the tuition you pay for success.”

How many times have you failed and just completely given up on something?

Henry Ford - his early businesses failed and left him broke five times before he founded the successful Ford Motor Company.

R.H. Macy - Macy started seven failed businesses before finally hitting big with his store in New York City.

Babe Ruth - Known for his home run record (714 during his career), but along with all those home runs came a pretty hefty amount of strikeouts (1,330 in all). For decades he even held the record for strikeouts.  When asked about this he said, " Every strike brings me closer to the next home run."

Jordan Adler - My favorite author of "Beach Money", was in 10 network marketing companies until he found the "right" one that made him a millionaire.

Network Marketing is a fantastic industry but it is a Business.  Most people think that when they join a Network Marketing business that they don't have to invest any money or hard work.

That is just not true..Network Marketing is the "Business of the 21st Century".  You can build a million dollar business without having a store-front..no cost of the building, land, employees, etc..

You still need to invest money though...as with any business there are ALWAYS start-up costs.  Those costs can range from $50 - $1,000!  It all depends what business you join.

Either way..I would still much rather spend $1,000 than Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars on a franchise that you will have to work and manage employees every single day...24/7.

What would you rather do and how many times are you willing to fail at it before you succeed?

I'm willing to fail until we are making our "Beach Money"









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Time for a Vacation!

With all this snow we've been having I'm so ready to grab my Delsey Luggage and take a vacation!  




My husband and I are taking our 5 year anniversary/honeymoon to Tahiti this year and I'm sooo excited! We didn't get to take a honeymoon after we got married, so this is the year we are taking off for 2 weeks and heading to Tahiti!

Neither of us have ever flown before so it will be quite an experience for the both of us! 




What vacation plans do you have this year?  







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New Year..New____________?

Cheers to the New Year!  We had a fantastic New Year at Grandma's house with the family again.  Hope you had a fantastic one as well!

Now that it's officially 2011......What are your New Year Goals?

Some will have weight loss goals...relationship goals...financial goals...what are yours?

Our goals are to "Step out of our Comfort Zone" and start doing more and more things to grow our home business and help others do the same.  Whether it be doing home parties to get more retail sales, or to advertise to local non-profits to get more fundraisers or just talk to more people everyday about our fantastic business opportunity.  One thing that I've been saying I want to do is to do business opportunity meetings, but I've been slacking in that area because of my fear of talking in front of groups of people.  I'm more of a one-on-one kinda person.  BUT, this is my year to step out of that comfort zone and starting DOING MORE so that one day we can be doing LESS and LESS and making MORE and MORE!

Now that the Holidays are over it's time to start thinking about those goals of yours.  Write down exactly what it is that you want to accomplish this year and make daily to-do lists that will help you stay on track.  Show someone your list and share with them what your goals are so you have someone to help motivate you and keep you accountable for your goals.

So whatever your goals are this year...NOW is the time to start working on them!  Make 2011 a successful one!



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Santa Brought Our Family Together Again!

Merry Christmas!!  I am so happy that for Christmas Santa brought our family together again!

About 5 years ago parts of our family stopped talking to each other which separated everyone at the holidays making it difficult for some of us to decide who's place to go to.

This year the family all got together again at my parents house and we had a great time! We didn't exchange presents with each other, just enjoyed dinner and drinks and good conversation. Oh and we made a new tradition of playing Holiday Lottery Tickets together..what fun!

We all sat at the table scratchin' our tickets together and shouting how much we won then we put it all together and turned them in for more tickets to scratch!  Hahaha...this was the first time we ever did that.  Usually, Christmas past we would have opened all kinds of presents in the living room, but this Christmas we all sat at the table and enjoyed each other's company :-)

What a Very Merry Christmas it was! I dream of the day when we all get together at Mike and My beach house to have Christmas at the Beach!



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You can Sponsor Your Way Out of Any Financial Problem

And that is absolutely true. There are people in our company and in the mlm industry that have been totally destitute who sponsored their way not only out of poverty but some even sponsored themselves to millionaire level!


One of the things the owner of our company tells us all the time that he was taught when he started with the mlm industry is this:

 "Get 100 vcr videos in the hands of 100 people each and every month for the rest of your life! Do that and you will make a minimum of $10K per month. I did that and it happened."

Now of course VCR's are out of date and most people use DVD's or we like to use our online video presentation.

Now you are probably thinking:

 "How do you find 100 new people every month?"


Is it really hard to find 100 people every month to show a video to?? Think about all the people you meet on your daily errands, people you work with, friends and family...etc.

If you KNEW you would be paid $10K per month after showing a video to 2000 people..how fast would you be lining people up to look at your video???? Most people say they would have the job done in less than 3 months!


The difference is that the company doesn't guarantee you $10K

YOU have to guarantee YOU $10K and that is where the line get drawn for most...FEAR replaces excitement...YOU have to get out there and make your business work...talk to people..there are a lot of people out there that want to get out debt and live a financially free life. 

If YOU are ready to start finding 100 people to show a short 12 minute video too every month so YOU can be making 10K per month and more then I recommend you watch this short 12 minute video and get started today! http://scentfulsuccess.scent-team.com/videopresentation.php



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