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• Fabulous Find!: ILoveYouJewels Bow Rings

  

  I stumbled upon London-based ILoveYouJewels on Etsy a couple weeks ago during my search for the perfect bow rings. I've been looking high and low for cute littl... Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• St. Patrick's Day Mini-Giveaway/Sweepstakes!

  

  I wanted to let you lovelies know that I'm having a St. Patrick's Day mini-Giveaway/Sweepstakes on my facebook page! Enter to win 2 fabulous top coats - China... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• BeautyPopShop Update: New Polish Rack Style!

  

  I just wanted to share some exciting news about the newest polish rack we've added to BeautyPopShop! Paying homage to one of my favorite childhood characters... Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Sale Alert!: Upcoming Cult Nails $5 Sale

  For those of you that haven't heard, Cult Nails--the genius creators of Unicorn Puke aka Clairvoyant among other fabulous shades, is having a $5 sale to... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Happy Birthday to My Son!!!!

  

  This is the cake I made for my son's "friend" party. I'm doing a different one for the family party. I'm kind of neurotic about my cakes (thanks, Mom for passin... Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Nail Art: Nintendo Mani

  

  My oldest is turning 6 (ah!) and he asked for a Super Mario themed birthday this year, so I though it would be cute if I did a mani to match his theme--any... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Review: Shea Terra Organics Rose Hips Black Soap Deep Pore Face Wash & Mask

  

  I was recently given the opportunity by Shea Terra Organics to try their Rose Hips Black Soap. Ironically, around the time I began testing this product my siste... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Playing with Polish: SpongeBob Nail Art Starring My Sister's Hands

  

  As many of you know, one of my baby sisters came to stay with me last week! While all of my sisters are interested in makeup, we vary in taste, but I'd say... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Update on Me

  Oooooooh boy. I've been wavering on posting an update like this because I don't do a ton of personal posts and I wasn't sure exactly how things would shape up,... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Review: Kaia Bamboo Facial Cleansing Cloths

  

  Hello, lovelies! I know it's been a little while since my last post, but if you follow me on twitter you know I was taking a little break because one of my... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Supporting a Great Cause - This Dog Rescue Organization Needs a Van!

  I grew up with an animal-lover for a mom and as a result, I am definitely one myself. Hubs and I have fostered in the past and we're actually currently on the... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Disappointment: BeautyTicket.com 5 for $10 Prestige Sale

  

  You guys know I don't like to post "rant" posts often, but anytime I have a bad experience that I feel is significant or that is connected to a past post I've... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• GUD by Burt's Bees - Why I Will Never Use It

  I want to preface this by stating that I am a firm believer that everyone should do what is best for them based on their own experience, beliefs, and comfort... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Happy Friday! - Personal Post

  Hey, lovelies, it's Friday! Normally I'd do a Drugstore Friday post, but things have been so busy I haven't had time to properly review any new drugstore... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Sale Alert!: My Beloved Sugarpill is Having a Sale!!!

  I am so excited and glad I hopped on Facebook for a moment to take a minute away from work because I just saw that Sugarpill is having a birthday sale February... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Valentine's Day EOTD: Hollywood Glow

  

  Here is my third Valentine's Day EOTD for you makeup lovers! Today I wanted to do something softer and easier for anyone that prefers less ostentatious looks... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• RIP Whitney Houston - A Major Influence and Icon Has Died

  I just got a call from my mom, who knows how much I've loved Whitney Houston since I was a little girl, who told me about Whitney's passing. Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Valentine's Day EOTD: Silver Smoke

  

  Here's my next look in my Valentine's Day mini-series of look posts! Check back between now and V-Day for more looks. I wanted to do something smoky and dark,... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Valentine's Day EOTD: Golden Plum

  

  As promised, I'm going to post a few Valentine's Day looks for you guys just to give you some ideas for your romantic night out! Even if you don't have a... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Drugstore Friday: Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick 12 Swatch

  

  Happy Drugstore Friday, makeup lovers! I wanted to save this review for right before Valentine's Day since I think it's a perfect Valentine's Day shade. Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE