Learning Along the Way-- Goal Update 2013

 

Well this past month was a challenging one for me.. While my monthly goal update posts are usually mentioning my specific goals, I decided that this one will be different. I want to share with you one particular goal and tell you how I’ve grown over the past few months.

  I have always had the biggest barriers up concerning self-esteem and especially relationships. I wrote a post about that here  so feel free to read because it goes along with what I have just realized. 

 I began to get to know someone, and things were great. At first. However, they began to take things in a direction that really did not make me feel comfortable. I tried to stay silent because I wanted to make them happy. I began to lose sight of who I was and felt that  if they couldn’t accept me for being a plus sized girl, then they are definitely not worth accepting all of me.  I realized that I could no longer keep everything in and that I was empty on the inside.

So I told them that I could no longer do it anymore, and that I was never going to be a priority but only an option with them.  

 

I am worth more than that.

 I learned a lesson here. Don’t make yourself an option when you should be a priority. Find that person who is going to treat you with respect. Respect yourself first because you if you don’t, then you’ll let people walk all over you and steal who you are. Find the person that will compliment all of you.  Forget what they expected of you and take control of what you expect of yourself. You’re worth more than someone telling you that you will never meet their expectations. Take value in yourself. People come into your life for a reason; but it’s up to us to find out what the reason is.  It’s okay to say that things are not working and that it’s best to walk away.

I realized that it’s not up to the person I am with to put all of the broken pieces back together. It’s my job to do that and they are only there to compliment the journey.

It’s all about what you learn along the way......

 

How I Store My Nail Polish

I've been on the lookout for the perfect storage system for my nail polish. I didn't want to spend too much money, but found everything around my house! 

I used covers from photo boxes and one box. The large plastic container was under my bed holding things I have kept for years (we're talking high school).


So while cleaning, I decided to give my nail polish storage a makeover! 

Here's the finished result:

Blue/Green/Coral/Nail Art Stuff, Neutrals/Silver/Gold, Red, and Pink/Purple.



How do you organize your polishes? Please share your storage tips as I'd love to hear them!

FOTD- Snow Day Makeup

Considering the fact that we still have a huge amount of snow here, I thought that I would do a FOTD that looks effortless, but yet pretty too!

Products used:

Before I start, I want to state that I did receive some products used in this post for review purposes. I have always been upfront about products received for review purposes[products for review are in bolded italics and will be posted shortly]

Revlon Nearly Naked in  Ivory
Cover Girl & Olay Simply Ageless Eye Concealer in 205 Very Light
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Light Plus
It Cosmetics Vitality Cheek Flush in Magical in Mauve
Revlon PhotoReady Primer + Shadow in Impressionist (used the top color only)
Revlon ColorStay Smoky Shadow Stick in  Torch
Maybelline New York The Rocket Volum' Express mascara
Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in  Raspberry Pie


Hope that you are doing well---- and that you have no snow!!

Post No-Buy Haul

 

I've done some shopping lately! I have missed out on a lot of new beauty products & I made one repurchase.


Here is what I have picked up in the past few days:

 

 I am obsessed over the Real Techniques brushes! I am in love with them.

I am also loving the Color Whispers.


A more extensive post is coming about these items.


What products are you currently loving?  

Feeling Fabulous- February 2013 Goal Update

 

 While I haven't been the best at blogging lately, I have been keeping with my goals! Here's how I did in February. 

Relationships: 

I have been keeping in touch with friends. 

Work:

I got a job! I'm back at the office I used to work at. 

Blog/Videos

I have been really neglecting the blog due to my work schedule. This month, I'm not going to let that happen. I'm back to blogging. 

Financial:

I'm working on paying off my student loan. 

Health/Mental Health:

I've been feeling beyond happy lately. I have put the negativity of others aside and have been so content since.

I am really amazed at how happy I've been since setting these goals. I feel very proud of myself. 

I would like to know if you would like some posts concerning specific goals. How did you feel fabulous in February? 

I've Been A Bad Blogger...

Hi there! I must apologize for not updating much again this past week. I went back to the office that I used to work at. I became quite accustomed to late nights, but I really do feel better by getting up early.   

This week, I am going to sit down and plan next month's posts. As much as I want to be carefree with posting, I really benefit from having a regular schedule. It keeps me organized, and I'm happier being organized.

Hope that you are all doing wonderfully.

Let Me Tell You About Crush -28 Kisses

I didn't wear makeup this weekend, but this is what I wore today! 

It's Revlon Kissable Lip Balm Stain in Crush! I thoroughly enjoy this color because it is one of the nicest reds in my collection. I also think it's perfect for Valentine's Day! I do like the shades of the Kissable Lip Balm Stains quite a lot. One tip is to use a lip gloss before makeup application. Then when it is time to apply product, blot your lips and then apply. This trick has helped me not only with this product, but also for other lip products as well. 


Have you tried any of the Kissable Lip Balm Stains??