Get Dunked

? ? ? ? ? ? ? We love tie-dying, we love new hairstyles.? We just aren’t sure how we feel about tie-dying hair, also called “dunking.” ? (Dunk photo via Tumblr) ? The evolution of tie-dying hair, from Nicki Minaj to Lady Gaga to Katy Perry, has resulted in even Lauren Conrad and Taylor Swift being spotted with dunked locks. ? We think it's a fun look but prefer less of a hair commitment than hair dying. ? So, we have two great solutions if you are like us and aren’t quite ready to take the tie-dye dip and get dunked. First, you can find multicolored clip-in hair extensions, or you could simply accessorize with tie-dyed hair ties. ? We love the hair ties from Mane Message because they look as cute on our wrist as they do in our hair. Plus, they don’t leave huge ponytail dents in our hair, so we even sleep in them. ? They are better than the thick drugstore hairbands because you don't have to worry about the ponytail dent if you decide to wear your hear down, and the colors available are endless. But of course, we chose the tie-dyed hair bands!

Mane Message Hair Ties, $10.50, buy at? Mane Message

No More Breakfast Blues

Excerpted from 400 Best Sandwich Recipes by Alison Lewis © 2011 Robert Rose Inc. www.robertrose.ca Reprinted with permission. All rights reserved.

There is nothing better than a healthy breakfast to prepare you for a full day at school. ? Most people agree that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and can actually help you improve performance at school and sports. ? An easy way to make sure you are getting all the nutrition you need, without skimping on taste, is to prepare these easy, fun breakfast sandwiches. ? Check out Alison Lewis' book here for more amazingly simple and tasty recipes.

Huevos Rancheros Wraps (breakfast),? Serves 4

The first time I ever had huevos rancheros was in Boulder, Colorado, when I was in college. I ate them every Saturday morning while I was living there. I love making these still today. ? Alison Lewis

4? large eggs

1/4 tsp salt (1 mL)

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (1 mL)

1 tbsp butter or margarine ? (15 mL)

1 can (14 to 19 oz / 398 to 1540 mL) black beans,

rinsed and drained

1 small tomato, sliced

1/3 cup? sliced black olives (75 mL)

2 tbsp chopped red onion (30 mL)

1 cup salsa or Pico de Gallo (250 mL)

4 ? 8-inch (20 cm) flour tortillas, ? warmed

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese ? (250 mL)

2 avocados, thinly sliced

2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (30 mL)? (see Tip)

1.? ? In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt and pepper.

2.? ? In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté eggs for 3 to 4 minutes or until scrambled. Set aside.

3.? ? In a large nonstick skillet over low heat, combine beans, tomato, olives and red onion. Stir in salsa and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes or until heated and slightly thickened.

4.? ? Place tortillas on a work surface. Divide egg mixture equally in center of each tortilla. Arrange cheese, avocados and cilantro equally over top. Fold both ends over filling then roll up tortilla. Serve immediately.

Tip: Cilantro, also called Chinese parsley or coriander in its dried form, has a pungent flavor and fragrance and is used in many cuisines. Choose bunches with leaves that are bright and vibrant with no sign of wilting.

Don't forget to drain and rinse canned beans to get rid of excess salt.

So Long, Silly Bandz!

The stacked bracelet trend isn’t going away any time soon… and for good reason.? Bracelets are an inexpensive way to add a little oomph to any outfit, there are tons of fun options, and let’s just admit it – jewelry is fun.? The best bracelets are ones that show your individuality and have a little story that goes with them.? We think both of these new, colorful designs fit the bill and have us saying so long silly bandz, hello Mogo and Braced-lets! What happens when orthodontists and jewelry designers get together? Braced-lets, of course!? These stretchy bands are the latest fad in inexpensive, fun, bright bracelets, but they have a very unique twist… metal brackets like those on braces. They come in a bunch of colors, both the bands and brackets, and look great stacked.? We never thought we’d say it regarding anything related to braces, but it’s true with Braced-lets: the more, the merrier!

Braced-lets, $4.99, buy at Bracedlets.

Mogo is a new twist on the charm bracelet… or should we say "a new click"!? Simply pick your favorite magnetized charms and click them on the magnet bracelet.? The bracelets come in a variety of colors and are reversible to another color, and the hook and link closure is secure and smart since it allows you to hook bracelets together to create belts and hairbands.? Mogo charms come in a huge assortment – from designs, to initials, to symbols.? And the price means they make perfect gifts… and you can personalize for each friend with the color of the band you choose and the type of charms.? We just can’t help but say how charming!

Mogo, $14 bracelet, $4-5 charms, buy at Cartwheels.