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It finally came, my first Influenster box!

I cannot begin to tell how excited I was to receive this.

If I understand correctly, each box comes with seven items.

1. Airheads Bites: $.87-$1.29 [ Bite into biteable Airheads Bites. The same chewy and fruity candy you love but now in bite sized, easy-to-eat pieces. Airhead Bites are available in fruit and berry flavors.] #AirheadsBites @airheadscandy facebook.com/airheadscandy The Airhead Bites were actually the first thing I tried.. I was hungry (: I thought they were delicious(almost like the real thing!) I would recommend trying them!

2. Pilot FriXion Clicker: $5.75 for a 2-pack [Never write a mistake again with the incredible Pilot FriXion Clicker, America's first retractable, erasable gel ink pen that allows you to write, erase and rewrite repeatedly without damaging documents. FriXion's unique thermo-sensitive ink is formulated to deliver both vibrant color and smooth writing- great for editing, lists, scheduling and so much more!] ( #PenitFWD @PilotPenUSA facebook.com/PilotPen ) I have only used the pen a few times so I still want to experiment a little more, but so far I am loving it! ( I am a messy writer (; )

3. SinfulColors No Text Red: $1.99 [Practice Safe Texting. Paint your Thumbnail red as a reminder not to text while driving and spread the word.] ( #NoTextRed @SinfulColors_NP facebook.com/SinfulColors ) I have always loved the SinfulColors nail polish formula, so with NO surprise I loved the No Text Red one as well!

4. KISS Looks So Natural Lashes: $3.99 [KISS Looks So Natural lashes are made with Tapered End Technology so lash strips blend seamlessly with your own lashes, inconspicuously highlighting your eyes- they're so luxuriously light and comfortable, you'll forget you're wearing them! Available at Walgreens & CVS Stores Nationwide.] ( #KISSlashes @KISSproducts facebook.com/KISSnails ) I love KISS eye lashes! Wore them for my sister's wedding, and it was like they weren't even there! Plus they looked so natural and lovely.

5. Sftlips Cube: $3.49 [Think outside the stick with Softlips Cube. Revolutionary 5 in 1 lip care combines an advanced formula with an innovative new cube-shaped package. Lips look radiant and feel softer, smoother and more hydrated. It's available in three delightful new flavors: Softlips Pomegranate Blueberry, Softlips Fresh Mint and Softlips Vanilla Bean.] ( #GetCubed @Softlipslipbalm facebook.com/softlips ) I was probably most excited to try this product! I am obsessed with lip products! You can ask anyone who knows me (; I have used it for a few days now and love it! But I'll need to use it a little longer to now if it has those awesome results.

6. Playtex Sport Fresh Balance: 3.99 [Introducing NEW Playtex Sport Fresh Balance with Oder Shield technology. It's designed to neutralize odors for ultimate freshness on and off the field. Combined with a 360 design for Sport Level Protection, you can go the distance. Play on.] ( #Playon @Playtex_sport facebook.com/PlaytexSportandGentleGlide ) I have been using Playtex Sport tampons for a long time now. So I am excited to see if these are all they're talked up to be!

For the last product they send you one of the two that follows.

-COVERGIRL Ready, Set Gorgeous Liquid Foundation: $6.99-$8.99 [The oil-free liquid foundation provides medium coverage to even skin tone and cover imperfections. The result is a flawless, natural look that lasts all day.] ( #instaglam #COVERGIRL @COVERGIRL facebook.com/COVERGIRL )

-Luden's NEW Watermelon and Blue Raspberry Throat Drops:$1.49 [Luden's NEW deliciously soothing Watermelon and Blue Raspberry flavors were chosen by our Facebook Fans and you're the first to try one of them! Scratchy throat? Sore throat? Try a Luden's! Enjoy them. Share them. Anywhere. Anytime. Let us know what you think! Only at Target.] ( #deliciouslysoothing @LudensUSA facebook.com/ludensusa )

2 pkgs. ready-made broccoli slaw

2 pkgs. ramen noodle soup, beef flavor

2 bunches green onions

1 c. salted sunflower seeds

1 c. toasted slivered almonds

Dressing:

1/2 c. oil

1/2 c. sugar

1/3 c. vinegar

2 pkgs. soup flavoring from ramen noodles

5 cups broccoli florets

5 cups cauliflowerets

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

2/3 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup raisins

1 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup sugar

2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar

6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1/4 cup sunflower seeds

In a large salad bowl, toss broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, onion and raisins. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Sprinkle with bacon and sunflower seeds.

5 to 6 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed

5 to 6 pounds macaroni, cooked and drained

3 pounds shredded cheddar cheese

2 bags (20 ounces each) frozen peas, thawed

2 bunches celery, chopped (about 12 cups)

1 large onions, chopped (2 to 2-1/2 cups)

2 cans (5-3/4 ounces each) pitted ripe olives, drained and sliced

Dressing:

2 quarts mayonnaise

1 bottle (8 ounces) Western or French salad dressing

1/4 cup vinegar

1/4 cup sugar

1 cup light cream

1-1/2 teaspoons onion salt

1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

Combine first seven ingredients. Combine all dressing ingredients; pour over the ham mixture and toss. Refrigerate.

Ingredients:

5 cup broccoli florets

10 strips crisp cooked bacon, crumbled

1/2 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup sunflower nuts

1/4 cup chopped red onion

1 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Directions:

Combine broccoli, bacon, raisins, nuts and onion in large bowl. In small bowl combine mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Toss into broccoli mixture. Refrigerate, covered, several hours before serving.

2 c. mayonnaise or salad dressing

1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 c. sugar

1/2 tsp. dried basil

1/2 tsp. salt

4 c. fresh broccoli florets ( about 3/4 lb.)

1 med red onion, sliced

1 (8-oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

1 lg. head iceberg lettuce, torn

1 lb. sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 c. croutons (opt.)

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, sugar, basil and salt. Add broccoli, cauliflower, onion and water chestnuts; toss. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Just before serving, place lettuce in a salad bowl and top with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with bacon. Top with croutons if desired.

1 head broccoli, cut up

1 small onion, chopped

1 c. Miracle Whip

1/3 c. sugar

2 t. vinegar

5 strips of bacon, fried crisp and broken into pieces

some finely shredded cheese

5 pounds broccoli, cut into florets

5 pounds cauliflower, cut into florets

1-2/3 cups thinly sliced green onions

6 cups mayonnaise

1/3 cup sugar

3 tablespoons vinegar

2-1/2 pounds sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

1-1/2 pounds cheddar cheese, cubed

1 (8 oz.) bottle cucumber and green pepper dressing

1/2 head leaf lettuce (4 cups)

1/2 (10 oz.) pkg. fresh spinach (4 cups)

4 cups cooked cubed ham

2 cups cherry tomato halves

1 (8 oz.) pkg. Swiss cheese, cut into julienne stripes

1 bunch broccoli, cut into flowerettes

  Cook macaroni according  to pkg. directions (9-10 min) ; drain and cool. Toss macaroni with 2 tbsp. dressing. Arrange macaroni in 6 qt. salad bowl or punch bowl. Wash and dry greens; tear into bite size pieces. Layer greens over macaroni. Top greens with ham, tomato halves and Swiss cheese. Spread dressing over cheese. Blanch broccoli flowerettes in boiling water until bright green (about 1 min); drain and cool. Arrange broccoli attractively around edge of bowl. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

1 head fresh cauliflower

1 pkg. fresh mushrooms

1 can water chestnuts

1 red onion

1 can pitted black olives

1 carton cherry tomatoes

2 pkgs. Good Seasons Italian dressing

Soak broccoli, cauliflower and tomatoes in cold water for 1 hour. Get dressing ready. Mix all ingredients and pour dressing over drained vegetables. Marinate for at least 24 hours.

1 bunch broccoli

1 head cauliflower

1 box cherry tomatoes or equivalent

1/2 green pepper

3 green onions

1 c. diced celery

Wash and cut the above into bite size pieces. Add 1 can pitted olives.

Dressing: 1c. sour cream,  1c. mayonnaise,  1/2 tsp. garlic salt,  Fold into the vegetables. Chill.

1 head cauliflower, cut up

1 bunch broccoli, cut up

1 lg. onion, chopped

12 oz. cheddar cheese, grated

1-2 c. frozen peas

Dressing- 2 c. Miracle whip,  2/3 c. sugar,  1/4 c. vinegar,  3/4 c. Bac-O's bacon bits

Mix cauliflower, broccoli, onion, cheese and peas together. Let stand 4 hours or overnight. In another bowl, mix Miracle whip, sugar, vinegar, and bacon bits. Let stand 4 hours or overnight. When ready to serve, toss together.

1 large head of broccoli, broken into florets

1 medium head of cauliflower broken into florets

7 strips turkey bacon crisply done, well drained & broken into bits

2 Tbls. sunflower seeds

Dressing- 1 cup fat-free mayonnaise, 1/2 sugar, 2 Tbls. of wine vinegar