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This past weekend I went into TJMaxx looking for a new bed pillow.  But let's not kid ourselves; I knew that I would probably walk out with more than just a pillow.  Who can go into TJMaxx and only come out with one thing?  If that's you, I applaud you, but this girl has never accomplished such a feat.

So true to form, I did leave with a more few things, some of which I will be sharing with you today.
Feast your eyes upon these beauts.

Now before you start thinking "Really, Mallory?  Soap?!" let me explain.

Listen, I love the yummy smelling scents from Bath & Body Works as much as the next girl.   When they have a sale, who can really resist picking up some Warm Vanilla Sugar or Sweet Pea?  BUT as good as their soaps may smell and as long as they may last (longer than the cheaper Dial version I may add), their looks just don't cut it for me.

I hate to walk into a beautifully done bathroom only to see some cheap plastic bottle with bright colored stickers totally ruining the bathroom mojo.  So herein lies my reason for the excitement behind my new soap.  I mean, honestly, the packaging is beautiful--simple and classic...even with a cow on the front.  And it smells heavenly.  Naturally, I had to pick up a bottle of the body milk (lotion) as well.  I can't resist a good glass bottle.

And you know what else is great about these two?  Their price!  I always love to know how good of a deal I score, so, in the words of my husband, I "took it to the Googledome."  I found both on Amazon, albeit for a much larger price tag.

Amazon: $28.87 (excluding shipping).  My price: $5.99.  Savings: 79%

Amazon: $27.50 (excluding shipping).  My price: $4.99.  Savings: 82%

Thank you, TJ!  My love for you grows deeper and deeper every time we meet :)

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