I recently used some airlines miles to subscribe to several of my favorite magazines. And today, I hit the motherload! I received not one, not two, but FIVE of my favorite magazines. Talk about magazine overload! 1. GLAMOUR Can I just say that I have a crush on Sandra Bullock? Surely I’m not alone, right? She “sped” into our hearts and “while you were sleeping”, gave a “two week notice” that she was all about “the proposal.” And while “hope floats”, she charmed us and won “Miss Congeniality.” Then for “28 days”, she tried to figure out the “divine secrets […]
Do You Have a Case of the Mondays?
At one time or another, everyone has had a case of the Mondays. We hit the snooze button until the very last minute. We trudge to the bathroom, brush our teeth, get dressed, and head off to work with a dark cloud hanging over our heads all because the weekend is over and we have to return to the monotany that is our jobs. Photo Source: The Berry via Pinterest Does this sound like you? My co-workers think I wake up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, and to some extent, I do. But I also have those moments where I’d love […]
What I'm Currently Reading…
I’m not an actress or a model who needs to (or has to) work out 2-4 hours a day, 5-6 times a week, to keep my body svelte or slim. I’m a real woman, with curves, a small muffin top, and cellulite. Earlier this summer, when I was off for a couple of weeks recovering from my total hysterectomy, I saw an interview with Cameron Diaz on The Queen Latifa Show. Although she was there to promote her book – The Body Book, her message was simple… “love your amazing body.” Photo Source: Cosmopolitan I thought that by purchasing […]
What City Do You Belong in?
I’ve always said that I’m a city cirl trapped in a country girl’s body. I’ve always wondered which city best matched my beauty style. Photo Source: Makeup.com via Pinterest After visiting and falling in love with both Chicago and New York, I kind of figured I’d fall into one of those two cities; however, I when I took this 9-question quiz, I found that I was more San Francisco than Chicago or New York. According to San Francisco-based MakeupDaily.com reader, Amanda Huggins, “The flower child culture of San Francisco has really contributed to a signature beauty look centered around […]
Mother's Day Gift Guide
Next Sunday is Mother’s Day. Everyone has a mother. Some people are blessed with two, or more. And no matter your age, you will always need your mother. I saw this quote about mothers on PopSugar and I thought it was a beautiful quote, not only for Mother’s Day but for every day. But since this blog post is about Mother’s Day, I find it all the more fitting for the occasion. Now to the gift guides! I chose to pull my gift ideas from Macy’s and Nordstrom, and I’ve arranged them by price, starting with the least expensive. 1. Bella […]