How to be a good friend? Any rules for friends? How to treat your friends? What not to do? What are the to-do's?
For what I'm about to say is all coming from experience. I am not telling you to forcefully do or don't do all this. This is my thought on friendship from my point of view.
For the past 2 and a half, almost 3 years now my social life have gone through the sky and mud. I had my best friend leave me as a friend and stopped contact with me over night. When my best friend stopped being my friend, our mutual friends went all to them. So, before I get too detailed, I just wanted to say that I went through a while without having anybody there for me. I had no one to talk deeply with. I had no girlfriends to go to the mall with or just do girly things with. I haven't had a girlfriend for almost 3 or 4 years now. Let me tell you all this... when everything was going perfect, I thought to myself that I will never lose my friends. They always have me and I'll always have them. Now that I look back on it, I took them for granted. I saw them everyday. We were all more than welcome into each others homes. I saw them as family, we saw each other like family and I still feel like I took them for granted.
Now that I experienced having nobody there for me and always having somebody there for me, it taught me a hell lot about friendship and life. If I haven't experienced with always having somebody there for me then I probably would never know how much friends affect your life in a good way! I saw them as my own siblings and I truly cared for them. I am so incredibly thankful that I had that deep of a connection with such loving friends. Now I know these things do exist.
If I haven't experienced having not one soul with me during the lowest point in my life made me so damn strong. It made me grow up. I know that nothing lasts forever, no matter how sure and perfect I thought everything were. It made me build up walls within myself and yet it made me have open arms to strangers. It made me realize that I should be friends with whoever is nice to. Not because of their status or how they look. I don't care about that. No matter how pretty a person is or how rich a person is does not mean a thing. Maybe they are the biggest jerk you've ever met or maybe they are the most genuinely, down to earth, realest person you've ever met.
Now... to answer the questions from above.
How to be a good friend?
Deeply care for them. Friends will be there when you're at your lowest. Friends are the ones that are gonna be there when you break up with that jerk. Okay, maybe I said that 'cause I'm being bias but, that is true though. If you always followed your lover what's going to happen when you two break up? Your friends won't because you ignored them and put them in the back burner because you "think" they will always be there.
Any rules for friends?
One must understand one's situation. One must rethink a big decision made upon another. Do not ditch your friends repeatedly because "you two are good enough friends that they'll understand" no, it's the principal of it. You two made plans, follow through. Look forward to being with them!
What not to do?
Do not leave a friend for a lover. I mean if your friend tried to break you guys up 'cause they're jealous of the other person then by all means do whatever you need to do. What I'm saying is if your friend has done nothing between you and your lover, rethink before you do something. Do not NOT help a friend when they need it. Whether it be a talk or showing up for something.
How to treat your friends? and What are the to do's?
Honestly, from my experience I treat anybody new with care. I'll already have full respect for them until they show me otherwise. It might take awhile for them and I to be close friends but, I treat my close friends like they are my family.
So, take good care of yourself. Choose your friends wisely. Do not treat them like they're always going to be there, that's just going to let you do things that will push you guys away. Be kind to everybody unless they give you a reason not to. Even then, always try to forgive because it's not worth your time to always be holding onto that hate. I promise you will be much happier if you let go. Let go but, always protect yourself. You will be wiser because of that.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
Realizations About Victoria Secret and Cartoon Shows?
So, I recently went bra shopping at La Senza. A couple months back Victoria Secret bought La Senza so now it's under their organization. If you've noticed, that's why all the La Senza stores got renovated. Before the renovations I always bought my bras from La Senza and established my size and everything. So, when I went shopping at La Senza like 2 weeks ago, I realized that my cup size changed, it went up one size bigger. I thought to myself, this can't be right. It fits but, I know it's part of their strategy of making women feeling better about their size so they'll buy more. When I went home I did some research and read some forums about this and it's true. Other ladies realized they've gone up several bra sizes.
I know that companies every where uses this method. Mc Donalds used to have those uncomfortable plastic seating areas so the customers won't sit for long. Some clothing companies label a "small" when it should be "medium". Of course when I found out my new bra size in La Senza I was happy but, it did not fool me into buying more bras. I know your strategies!!!
Alright, so the second and last realization for tonight would be cartoon/anime shows. I watched a lot of tv when I was younger but, it wasn't until recently, like 2 months ago where I stopped watching tv (at my place at least). I'm usually on the computer for my leisure time. I have an older brother and he loves watching South Park, The Simpsons and recently he's really into anime shows. For me on the other hand I love Family guy and Arthur. Yes, Arthur. For my whole life even to this day I try to get myself to be obsessed with South Park and The Simpsons. After thinking and comparing things in my tiny little mind I realized why it's so hard for me to have interest in South Park and The Simpsons, it's because the style is different. It's not appealing to my eyes. I find both of them to be funny. I just like more rounded shapes. Such as Family Guy and Arthur characters are very neat and doesn't have any much harsh lines. With South Park it's all cut outs and their movements are kind of stiff. With anime, I really don't find that appealing at all and you can probably guess why. Of course, all of my animated tv show favorites aren't based on the style. There's American Dad, Futurama, and The Cleveland Show are very similar if not the same style as Family Guy. Those shows I just don't find to be funny. The point is, when you're flipping through channels on your television, you see first before you hear. I hope I'm not the only one that's like this.
I know that companies every where uses this method. Mc Donalds used to have those uncomfortable plastic seating areas so the customers won't sit for long. Some clothing companies label a "small" when it should be "medium". Of course when I found out my new bra size in La Senza I was happy but, it did not fool me into buying more bras. I know your strategies!!!
Alright, so the second and last realization for tonight would be cartoon/anime shows. I watched a lot of tv when I was younger but, it wasn't until recently, like 2 months ago where I stopped watching tv (at my place at least). I'm usually on the computer for my leisure time. I have an older brother and he loves watching South Park, The Simpsons and recently he's really into anime shows. For me on the other hand I love Family guy and Arthur. Yes, Arthur. For my whole life even to this day I try to get myself to be obsessed with South Park and The Simpsons. After thinking and comparing things in my tiny little mind I realized why it's so hard for me to have interest in South Park and The Simpsons, it's because the style is different. It's not appealing to my eyes. I find both of them to be funny. I just like more rounded shapes. Such as Family Guy and Arthur characters are very neat and doesn't have any much harsh lines. With South Park it's all cut outs and their movements are kind of stiff. With anime, I really don't find that appealing at all and you can probably guess why. Of course, all of my animated tv show favorites aren't based on the style. There's American Dad, Futurama, and The Cleveland Show are very similar if not the same style as Family Guy. Those shows I just don't find to be funny. The point is, when you're flipping through channels on your television, you see first before you hear. I hope I'm not the only one that's like this.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Updates on Jergens Natural Glow and Hip Hop Abs
Hello there =D
Firstly, I'll just jump right into the reviews starting with Jergens Natural Glow lotion.
Alright, so I started using this two Wednesdays ago. It's been... 13 days but, I actually stopped applying it on the 10th day. There is a reason for that. I stopped applying it last Saturday because my friend came to visit me outside of my house 'cause they wanted me to see their new motorcycle. So, I changed out of my pj's into a t-shirt and shorts and flats. I went outside and saw that my feet were sooo white compared to my legs. I thought to myself, did I apply it unevenly or did the lotion rub off when I applied it and didn't know? There wasn't a harsh line showing but there was a definite difference. BUT! BUT, BUT, BUT! The rest of my body was beautiful and flawlessly tanned with this lotion. Another reason why I stopped because I'm perfect with how dark my skin got. I don't want to go any darker. I'm finally not looking like a ghost! So, what am I gonna do with my ghost feet? Well, i'm just gonna apply lotion only to my footsies so hopefully it'll blend with the rest of my leg, hahaha. I have tried other self tanning lotions before, I forgot what brand but, it was good because it stained my clothes and turned me orange. The companies definitely up their products and the quality of it. This is the only self tanning lotion I have tried since... 4 years ago! I won't be switching products because I find this Jergens Natural Glow to be amazing and totally worth $7.99 (at Wal-mart).
Now, onto Hip Hop Abs.
If you haven't read my last entry about Hip Hop Abs, I wrote in there that I have tried one 24 minute work out and I was sore. What I need to update you guys on was that I was sore for the next 3 days! Which is totally an amazing thing because it means something is working. After my muscles healed I can already feel that my legs are a bit tighter. Like when I walk my flesh on my legs don't jiggle as much. So, after I made my sure my legs weren't hurting anymore I did the same workout again 4 days later. My stamina towards the workout definitely went up. The first time I did the workout I took quite a bit of breaks. Not long breaks but, just a couple seconds to gather myself. The second time I did the work out I only took one break for water. The rest I did without any much struggle. Again, the workout seemed to fly by but, the second time around it seemed quicker. It's been one day since I did the second workout and I am not sore. Which is good because I can handle the workout now and I can move onto something more intense =D. This is a 4 disc set and I'm only on the first disc. Let's get more progress Hip Hop Abs!!!
Firstly, I'll just jump right into the reviews starting with Jergens Natural Glow lotion.
Alright, so I started using this two Wednesdays ago. It's been... 13 days but, I actually stopped applying it on the 10th day. There is a reason for that. I stopped applying it last Saturday because my friend came to visit me outside of my house 'cause they wanted me to see their new motorcycle. So, I changed out of my pj's into a t-shirt and shorts and flats. I went outside and saw that my feet were sooo white compared to my legs. I thought to myself, did I apply it unevenly or did the lotion rub off when I applied it and didn't know? There wasn't a harsh line showing but there was a definite difference. BUT! BUT, BUT, BUT! The rest of my body was beautiful and flawlessly tanned with this lotion. Another reason why I stopped because I'm perfect with how dark my skin got. I don't want to go any darker. I'm finally not looking like a ghost! So, what am I gonna do with my ghost feet? Well, i'm just gonna apply lotion only to my footsies so hopefully it'll blend with the rest of my leg, hahaha. I have tried other self tanning lotions before, I forgot what brand but, it was good because it stained my clothes and turned me orange. The companies definitely up their products and the quality of it. This is the only self tanning lotion I have tried since... 4 years ago! I won't be switching products because I find this Jergens Natural Glow to be amazing and totally worth $7.99 (at Wal-mart).
Now, onto Hip Hop Abs.
If you haven't read my last entry about Hip Hop Abs, I wrote in there that I have tried one 24 minute work out and I was sore. What I need to update you guys on was that I was sore for the next 3 days! Which is totally an amazing thing because it means something is working. After my muscles healed I can already feel that my legs are a bit tighter. Like when I walk my flesh on my legs don't jiggle as much. So, after I made my sure my legs weren't hurting anymore I did the same workout again 4 days later. My stamina towards the workout definitely went up. The first time I did the workout I took quite a bit of breaks. Not long breaks but, just a couple seconds to gather myself. The second time I did the work out I only took one break for water. The rest I did without any much struggle. Again, the workout seemed to fly by but, the second time around it seemed quicker. It's been one day since I did the second workout and I am not sore. Which is good because I can handle the workout now and I can move onto something more intense =D. This is a 4 disc set and I'm only on the first disc. Let's get more progress Hip Hop Abs!!!
Friday, June 10, 2011
My New Workout Regimen
Alright so, since I have a lot of time on my hands this summer I decided to start exercising again. It's been about 3 years since I had daily cardio. Now that I'm staying at a place that doesn't have much room I am left to running around the block or work out dvds. I know, I know what you're thinking, work out dvds are gimmicks and a waste of money or you're gonna stop doing it within a week. All that is true, haha. I did some research after buying a work out dvd. Yeah, I should've done that before purchasing it but, I did come across some true facts on comment boards. Any cardio workout dvd will work only if you're interested in it. If you find it fun and the sessions seem to fly by then it is working, also, if you feel your body is doing beyond what it can normally take then it is working. Also, if you're eating right.
For the past couple days I have really considered on waking up at 6 every morning to jog for an hour. Today was suppose to be my first day but, I ended up sleeping at 4:30 last night. I know, I'm stupid. Obviously, I couldn't wake up. Instead, while I was out running errands earlier today I came across these work out dvds and I bought it right away. This is my first time buying a work out dvd and also trying it out. I got the Hip Hop Abs set
Okay, I should totally get paid for putting this on here. Not that I'm saying tons of people are reading this, I'm still reviewing it okay!
I went home and tried it right away. I did the first session which was around 24 minutes. Okay, before I exaggerate... I WAS DYING. It was a good workout. I found it really fun. I was always more into hip hop dancing that's why I picked this. The host is fun and always talking. I found it easy to follow and I was definitely tired and took some short second breaks. But, I always went back into it because not only do I know it's working, it's just fun to do it. I found the sets to fly by and I just had fun... I can't emphasize that enough. I didn't know a workout dvd can have this affect on me, haha. This is my first one though. Now, I hope this spirit doesn't go away cause it is my first day trying it. I really hope I don't stop after 2 weeks like my brother guessed, how nice of him. ANYWAYS, I am going to try my hardest to stick with this for as along as I can. It said that it takes 6 months to see a transformation but, on reviews people said they started to see some changes in 6 days. I am going to do this everyday. One session a day, maybe two, depending how I'm feeling after the first session. Each session is around 30 minutes. Also, on top of the work out dvds I will be walking/jogging around my block for mmm... 30 minutes also. I will do this everyday for a week and post an update on here.
It took me a damn while to finally start exercising again. Honestly, not exercising or having any simple cardio like walking everyday really drains my energy. I always feel like I lose energy quick. I usually feel really sleepy around 3 but, I try my hardest not to take a nap because I don't want to get into the habit of doing that every day. Hopefully, after a couple work outs I will regain my energy back and last a day without feeling exhausted at mid afternoon.
Alright, I have about an hour before I go out to walk/jog. I would let to utilize this time to maybe read... or stay and vegg on the computer, haha. Hey, I'm getting my exercise, mmkay?!
For the past couple days I have really considered on waking up at 6 every morning to jog for an hour. Today was suppose to be my first day but, I ended up sleeping at 4:30 last night. I know, I'm stupid. Obviously, I couldn't wake up. Instead, while I was out running errands earlier today I came across these work out dvds and I bought it right away. This is my first time buying a work out dvd and also trying it out. I got the Hip Hop Abs set
Okay, I should totally get paid for putting this on here. Not that I'm saying tons of people are reading this, I'm still reviewing it okay!
I went home and tried it right away. I did the first session which was around 24 minutes. Okay, before I exaggerate... I WAS DYING. It was a good workout. I found it really fun. I was always more into hip hop dancing that's why I picked this. The host is fun and always talking. I found it easy to follow and I was definitely tired and took some short second breaks. But, I always went back into it because not only do I know it's working, it's just fun to do it. I found the sets to fly by and I just had fun... I can't emphasize that enough. I didn't know a workout dvd can have this affect on me, haha. This is my first one though. Now, I hope this spirit doesn't go away cause it is my first day trying it. I really hope I don't stop after 2 weeks like my brother guessed, how nice of him. ANYWAYS, I am going to try my hardest to stick with this for as along as I can. It said that it takes 6 months to see a transformation but, on reviews people said they started to see some changes in 6 days. I am going to do this everyday. One session a day, maybe two, depending how I'm feeling after the first session. Each session is around 30 minutes. Also, on top of the work out dvds I will be walking/jogging around my block for mmm... 30 minutes also. I will do this everyday for a week and post an update on here.
It took me a damn while to finally start exercising again. Honestly, not exercising or having any simple cardio like walking everyday really drains my energy. I always feel like I lose energy quick. I usually feel really sleepy around 3 but, I try my hardest not to take a nap because I don't want to get into the habit of doing that every day. Hopefully, after a couple work outs I will regain my energy back and last a day without feeling exhausted at mid afternoon.
Alright, I have about an hour before I go out to walk/jog. I would let to utilize this time to maybe read... or stay and vegg on the computer, haha. Hey, I'm getting my exercise, mmkay?!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Book Reviews
This my first book review in my words. I don't really know how book reviews template is suppose to go or what exactly to talk about but, it's just going to be my overall thoughts of the book. Nothing in detail because I don't want to spoil anything.
I don't read much. I suck at picking out good books to read so, every book I read in my life are all suggested from my dear friends. When I first picked out a couple books to read I was really not into them and couldn't get past the first chapter. I believe I was in grade 7 when my friend told me about The Series of Unfortunate Events. I loved them and I read up to 12 I believe, the Green Grotto. So after I was done that I haven't read a book 'til 7 years later, you do the math. Which was last year, haha.
It was Message In A Bottle by Nicholas Sparks
My friend who lent it to me said it made them cry but, it didn't make me cry. It was really fun to read. I couldn't stop reading it. I think I read the second half of the book in one night. Let me tell you, that has not happened to me before. The book was so romantic and while I was reading it I felt like I was there watching everything that was going on in the book. That sounds a bit creepy. After having such a great read from Nicholas Sparks I decided to get another one of his books - The Lucky One. I'm only a couple chapters in this one, it's taking me a bit longer to get interested because there are parts about the war and I'm not really interested in that. Though, the other parts are great.
The latest book I fully read and totally loved was after Message In A Bottle but, before The Lucky One. It was Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie. THAT ONE. oh my. I loved it, haha. It's super girly and a total chick flick but, in words. That one I couldn't put down either, it was very entertaining and cute and filled with "aw" moments.
So, today I went out and bought another Jennifer Crusie book called Faking It
My friend told me to read Faking It and then Welcome To Temptation, "it's more interesting in that order" so she said. I cannot wait to read this one. I will be putting The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks on hold for now because... yeah. I will get back to it hopefully, after I read this Jennifer Crusie one. I'LL LET YOU GUYS KNOW!!! Oh and also if any of you know any good romance novels, feel free to let me know =)
I don't read much. I suck at picking out good books to read so, every book I read in my life are all suggested from my dear friends. When I first picked out a couple books to read I was really not into them and couldn't get past the first chapter. I believe I was in grade 7 when my friend told me about The Series of Unfortunate Events. I loved them and I read up to 12 I believe, the Green Grotto. So after I was done that I haven't read a book 'til 7 years later, you do the math. Which was last year, haha.
It was Message In A Bottle by Nicholas Sparks
My friend who lent it to me said it made them cry but, it didn't make me cry. It was really fun to read. I couldn't stop reading it. I think I read the second half of the book in one night. Let me tell you, that has not happened to me before. The book was so romantic and while I was reading it I felt like I was there watching everything that was going on in the book. That sounds a bit creepy. After having such a great read from Nicholas Sparks I decided to get another one of his books - The Lucky One. I'm only a couple chapters in this one, it's taking me a bit longer to get interested because there are parts about the war and I'm not really interested in that. Though, the other parts are great.
The latest book I fully read and totally loved was after Message In A Bottle but, before The Lucky One. It was Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie. THAT ONE. oh my. I loved it, haha. It's super girly and a total chick flick but, in words. That one I couldn't put down either, it was very entertaining and cute and filled with "aw" moments.
So, today I went out and bought another Jennifer Crusie book called Faking It
My friend told me to read Faking It and then Welcome To Temptation, "it's more interesting in that order" so she said. I cannot wait to read this one. I will be putting The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks on hold for now because... yeah. I will get back to it hopefully, after I read this Jennifer Crusie one. I'LL LET YOU GUYS KNOW!!! Oh and also if any of you know any good romance novels, feel free to let me know =)
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Lipsticks, Ikea and Lotion???
Well, hello there!
I am trying to commit to writing an entry on here more often. The only way to do that is to find something to post about! Since the last couple days I have been out and about getting new random products, I now have something to talk about.
To start off, I'm going to go right into lipsticks for those who just want to know about lipsticks. Then afterwards I'm gonna go on and talk about my other good finds that doesn't relate to make-up.
Lately, I've been obsessed with lipsticks. I always liked lipsticks but, I played it safe and got a bunch of pastel baby pinks. It wasn't until a couple months ago when I got my first dark lip color. It was from the Sephora brand and the name of it is Mr. Lover which is a gorgeous fuchsia.
I was always afraid to wear a dark lip because my lips are already so darn small, if I put a dark color on I really don't want to look like a geisha, youknowhatimean?! A little while ago I watched a youtube video by iwanted2c1video and the video was titled "Top 10 Favorite Drugstore Products". The brand Wet n' Wild was mentioned and she said that they used to suck but, now their lipsticks are pretty damn good. The lipstick pay off is totally worth more than 2 bucks! By the way, these are all Canadian prices and I was rounding up. So, the past 2 weeks I've gotten myself 5 new lipsticks, all dark! I'mma rebel now. OH, before I go to pictures I also saw a lip color online by NYC called Retro Red and I've been wanting that for over 2 weeks now but, I couldn't find it so I thought why not try Wet n' Wild. So, this one is called Cinnamon Silk - 509A. They don't write the names on their lipsticks, only the number. They do show it at the store on the stands and on their websites though. But, the number is the part what you need to jot down.
When I put this on, of course I was like "Whoa, I look like a geisha and my mouth looks super small and it is too much". After having it on for a couple minutes I kind of got used to it and I actually loved it so much that I wore it out the next day. People were looking at me but, I don't know if they're looking at how outrageously my lipstick contrasts with my skin tone or if they think it looks good. Either way, I went out today and got myself something a bit lighter and more everyday wear. NYC in Air Kiss - 404
Okay, I know what you're thinking. This one looks totally darker than the Wet n' Wild one. True, it looks darker online. The images on the internet are sucky so, I can't always find nice ones. Plus I don't want to take pictures of other people and their swatches, so. The Wet n' Wild one is darker than this one. It is much more suited for everyday wear. One odd thing though. When I tried swatching these colors on my hand at home, this one came up to be much lighter and more pink than it looks in the tube. But, when I put it on my lips with the Annabelle lip liner in Cherry - 205 it looks perfectly fine.
Okay, now for my favorite purchase out of all the lipsticks I've bought lately is..........
Wet n' Wild in Nouveau Pink - 511b!!!
I have been searching for the perfect fuchsia color and I finally found it for 2 bucks! iwanted2c1video was right about their products. The color pay off for all the Wet n' Wild lipsticks I've purchased are amazing. This is in silk finish and it is very conditioning and gives off such a rich color. For a little oomph and neatness I paired it with the Annabelle Fucshia -140 lip liner.
I did say I bought 5 and only talked about 3. I find the other 2 to be not that good. One of the two I left out was the Wet n' Wild Mega Last - 910d. It's a deep rich red which is beautiful but, I find that all of their "Mega Last" lipsticks to be drying and the shape of it makes applying kind of messy. They took out most of the oils in that line of lipsticks to make the staying power "mega lasting". For me, my preference is to have a lipstick that gives moisture too. The other lipstick I left out is by Wet n' Wild in Light Berry Frost - 505a. This is pretty much the same color as the Nouveau Pink one but this one has a pearl shine to it, which I am not a fan of because I prefer matte lipsticks.
Alright, now onto other goodies that aren't related to make-up but, still amazing ;)
I think I found my weakness in life. If you read my last post about the facts about me it said "cats and food are my weaknesses" well, I have another thing to add to that and that would be IKEA. I am a Wal-Mart lover, I can go to Wal-mart everyday, several times a day and I would not get sick of it. The fact that all Ikea's are much further than a Wal-Mart wherever I live makes me long for it even more, which in turn makes me love Ikea more than Wal-mart =O. Each time I visit Ikea I would get so damn excited. I just love seeing the new innovative designs. When I get my own place I swear it's gonna be IKEAD UP! I think I spent about 2 hours or so walking around and looking at stuff there. I ended up getting this neat desk lamp called JANSJÖ
I needed something that saved space and on the plus side you can bend this which ever way you want, which is pretty awesome. This is perfect because I do read at night. This is retailed for $14.99
I don't know about you but, whenever I pick out candles I always choose the colors that I like first. When I was at Ikea looking at their candles I immediately chose the most appealing color in my eyes - pink and it smelled so potent and too flowery. Then, I just went and smelled everything. Who knew... my least favorite color - orange, was the color of the candle that had the best smell out of all of them. So there you go people. I proved myself wrong that day and the candle is burning on my night stand as I am typing this. This one is called Tindra and got it for $1.99.
I've been using the Jergens Natural Glow daily moisturizer in Firming
My skin color is so fair and I don't want to go tanning. I heard some good things about this and ended up trying it. It says that it's "clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite in as little as 7 days" and "gradually creates natural looking color" also in 7 days. It has a little gradation chart at the back of the tube showing you the results after 7 days. I am currently on my 4th day and honestly, I do see myself getting darker but not dramatically. It's gradual like it says and it does not look orange. The cellulite part, mmm, not too sure about that. I don't see much change but, I am on the 4th day and it said as little as 7 days, so I'm gonna be patient. This was 7.99 at Wal-Mart and the shade I got was Fair to Medium.
I am trying to commit to writing an entry on here more often. The only way to do that is to find something to post about! Since the last couple days I have been out and about getting new random products, I now have something to talk about.
To start off, I'm going to go right into lipsticks for those who just want to know about lipsticks. Then afterwards I'm gonna go on and talk about my other good finds that doesn't relate to make-up.
Lately, I've been obsessed with lipsticks. I always liked lipsticks but, I played it safe and got a bunch of pastel baby pinks. It wasn't until a couple months ago when I got my first dark lip color. It was from the Sephora brand and the name of it is Mr. Lover which is a gorgeous fuchsia.
I was always afraid to wear a dark lip because my lips are already so darn small, if I put a dark color on I really don't want to look like a geisha, youknowhatimean?! A little while ago I watched a youtube video by iwanted2c1video and the video was titled "Top 10 Favorite Drugstore Products". The brand Wet n' Wild was mentioned and she said that they used to suck but, now their lipsticks are pretty damn good. The lipstick pay off is totally worth more than 2 bucks! By the way, these are all Canadian prices and I was rounding up. So, the past 2 weeks I've gotten myself 5 new lipsticks, all dark! I'mma rebel now. OH, before I go to pictures I also saw a lip color online by NYC called Retro Red and I've been wanting that for over 2 weeks now but, I couldn't find it so I thought why not try Wet n' Wild. So, this one is called Cinnamon Silk - 509A. They don't write the names on their lipsticks, only the number. They do show it at the store on the stands and on their websites though. But, the number is the part what you need to jot down.
When I put this on, of course I was like "Whoa, I look like a geisha and my mouth looks super small and it is too much". After having it on for a couple minutes I kind of got used to it and I actually loved it so much that I wore it out the next day. People were looking at me but, I don't know if they're looking at how outrageously my lipstick contrasts with my skin tone or if they think it looks good. Either way, I went out today and got myself something a bit lighter and more everyday wear. NYC in Air Kiss - 404
Okay, I know what you're thinking. This one looks totally darker than the Wet n' Wild one. True, it looks darker online. The images on the internet are sucky so, I can't always find nice ones. Plus I don't want to take pictures of other people and their swatches, so. The Wet n' Wild one is darker than this one. It is much more suited for everyday wear. One odd thing though. When I tried swatching these colors on my hand at home, this one came up to be much lighter and more pink than it looks in the tube. But, when I put it on my lips with the Annabelle lip liner in Cherry - 205 it looks perfectly fine.
Okay, now for my favorite purchase out of all the lipsticks I've bought lately is..........
Wet n' Wild in Nouveau Pink - 511b!!!
I have been searching for the perfect fuchsia color and I finally found it for 2 bucks! iwanted2c1video was right about their products. The color pay off for all the Wet n' Wild lipsticks I've purchased are amazing. This is in silk finish and it is very conditioning and gives off such a rich color. For a little oomph and neatness I paired it with the Annabelle Fucshia -140 lip liner.
I did say I bought 5 and only talked about 3. I find the other 2 to be not that good. One of the two I left out was the Wet n' Wild Mega Last - 910d. It's a deep rich red which is beautiful but, I find that all of their "Mega Last" lipsticks to be drying and the shape of it makes applying kind of messy. They took out most of the oils in that line of lipsticks to make the staying power "mega lasting". For me, my preference is to have a lipstick that gives moisture too. The other lipstick I left out is by Wet n' Wild in Light Berry Frost - 505a. This is pretty much the same color as the Nouveau Pink one but this one has a pearl shine to it, which I am not a fan of because I prefer matte lipsticks.
Alright, now onto other goodies that aren't related to make-up but, still amazing ;)
I think I found my weakness in life. If you read my last post about the facts about me it said "cats and food are my weaknesses" well, I have another thing to add to that and that would be IKEA. I am a Wal-Mart lover, I can go to Wal-mart everyday, several times a day and I would not get sick of it. The fact that all Ikea's are much further than a Wal-Mart wherever I live makes me long for it even more, which in turn makes me love Ikea more than Wal-mart =O. Each time I visit Ikea I would get so damn excited. I just love seeing the new innovative designs. When I get my own place I swear it's gonna be IKEAD UP! I think I spent about 2 hours or so walking around and looking at stuff there. I ended up getting this neat desk lamp called JANSJÖ
I needed something that saved space and on the plus side you can bend this which ever way you want, which is pretty awesome. This is perfect because I do read at night. This is retailed for $14.99
I don't know about you but, whenever I pick out candles I always choose the colors that I like first. When I was at Ikea looking at their candles I immediately chose the most appealing color in my eyes - pink and it smelled so potent and too flowery. Then, I just went and smelled everything. Who knew... my least favorite color - orange, was the color of the candle that had the best smell out of all of them. So there you go people. I proved myself wrong that day and the candle is burning on my night stand as I am typing this. This one is called Tindra and got it for $1.99.
I've been using the Jergens Natural Glow daily moisturizer in Firming
My skin color is so fair and I don't want to go tanning. I heard some good things about this and ended up trying it. It says that it's "clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite in as little as 7 days" and "gradually creates natural looking color" also in 7 days. It has a little gradation chart at the back of the tube showing you the results after 7 days. I am currently on my 4th day and honestly, I do see myself getting darker but not dramatically. It's gradual like it says and it does not look orange. The cellulite part, mmm, not too sure about that. I don't see much change but, I am on the 4th day and it said as little as 7 days, so I'm gonna be patient. This was 7.99 at Wal-Mart and the shade I got was Fair to Medium.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
21 Random Facts About Me (Because I Was Bored)
1. I used to be a rocker. I don't dress like one anymore but, the music is still within me =)
2. Friends mean a lot to me. I cherish them and appreciate them for being in my life.
3. I think piercings, spacers and tattoos are gorgeous.
4. I love the smell of fresh cut grass.
5. I'm obsessed with heels but, I never have an occasion to wear them.
6. One of my goals in life is to try every flavor of the Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
7. Due to past event happenings during the past 2 years I have taught myself to be more patient, wise and grateful.
8. I look at animals like they are my children.
9. One of my most looked forward to time in my entire life is becoming a mother.
10. I am a clean freak. I sometimes let my room get messy so I can have the pleasure of cleaning it.
11. I cannot wait to get my own place.
12. I have a girl crush on Rihanna, Adriana Lima, Angelina Jolie, Miranda Kerr and Penelope Cruz.
13. I like playing video games and computer games.
14. I find gaming music is a whole different world. A wondrous world.
15. I am a nature person. I am fond of being in the wilderness. I get tired of the city easily.
16. Cats and food are my weaknesses.
17. The Foodnetwork is the first program I go to when I turn my tv on.
18. I love gold accessories and think the color teal is refreshing. I used to hate both.
19. I attended 3 high schools.
20. I have moved 4 times so far.
21. I can always watch the Magic Bullet infomercial.
2. Friends mean a lot to me. I cherish them and appreciate them for being in my life.
3. I think piercings, spacers and tattoos are gorgeous.
4. I love the smell of fresh cut grass.
5. I'm obsessed with heels but, I never have an occasion to wear them.
6. One of my goals in life is to try every flavor of the Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
7. Due to past event happenings during the past 2 years I have taught myself to be more patient, wise and grateful.
8. I look at animals like they are my children.
9. One of my most looked forward to time in my entire life is becoming a mother.
10. I am a clean freak. I sometimes let my room get messy so I can have the pleasure of cleaning it.
11. I cannot wait to get my own place.
12. I have a girl crush on Rihanna, Adriana Lima, Angelina Jolie, Miranda Kerr and Penelope Cruz.
13. I like playing video games and computer games.
14. I find gaming music is a whole different world. A wondrous world.
15. I am a nature person. I am fond of being in the wilderness. I get tired of the city easily.
16. Cats and food are my weaknesses.
17. The Foodnetwork is the first program I go to when I turn my tv on.
18. I love gold accessories and think the color teal is refreshing. I used to hate both.
19. I attended 3 high schools.
20. I have moved 4 times so far.
21. I can always watch the Magic Bullet infomercial.
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