I hope you all are having a fantastic Easter weekend, for those that celebrate! I'll be back to posting on Monday. Lots of posts in the works. For now, I'm still enjoying my vacation week. It's been nice, but I think I will be ready to get back into my usual routine next week! :)
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Happy Easter!
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Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Makeup Wishlist!
So I'm still on my Project 10 Pan/Empties and going strong. I've gone through a few products and samples already and I'm so happy about that! I thought I would put together a wishlist of things that I am hoping to get after I finish P10P. Feel free to share some things that are on your wishlist! And of course, if you have tried any of the items on my list, please tell me what you think of them.
- YSL Rouge Pur Couture in Beige Aquarelle
- MUFE Pro Finish Multi-Use Powder Foundation in 115
- Caudalie Beauty Elixir
- Too Faced Sweethearts Perfect Flush blush
Friday, March 22, 2013
InstaFriday!
I am so excited right now because come 6pm EST, it will be the start of our vacation! My husband is taking next week off and I cannot wait! Monday is our 7th wedding anniversary- where does the time go?! So next week is all ours! I'll share pictures when I return.
While I am away, I do have a post scheduled for next Wednesday. When I come back to post in April, I will have two special announcements! Stay tuned! :)
To see more pictures, please keep reading.
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Josie Maran Bear Naked Nail Wipes & GFC
I got these for Christmas. I love Josie's Bear Naked facial wipes, so I just had to ask for these. They are pink, have polar bears on them, and a portion of every sale goes to help the Polar Bear SOS program. This product screamed "BUY ME!" to me. Here's what I think of them and a cheaper dupe.
Also, we all know Google Reader is going away but it does not affect GFC (Google Friend Connect). You can still follow blogs by clicking the join button on the gadget and the blogs you read will still show up in the Blogger dashboard. I do not believe either of those things are changing as far as I've seen online. I do think it is a good idea to use Feedly, Bloglovin', and/or Hellocotton as backups or your main readers, because it never hurts and you do not want to lose any of the blogs you follow. So don't worry, you will not lose your GFC followers and you can still follow blogs you like with it!
To see more pictures, please keep reading.
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Monday, March 18, 2013
Around the World in 80 Eyeshadows Week 27
Group post time!
The two kind of go together for me with this one. I can never get enough of vanilla scents. It's just so calming to me! I find Vanilla Fields to be a perfect vanilla scent that is not overbearing or have other scents thrown in to compete. It is just an airy light scent of vanilla. The perfume is by Coty and is usually affordable in pricing. You can find it on Amazon right now for $23. This bottle was given to me by my aunt Doris, which makes it even more special to me. I love a perfume that makes you think of happy memories when you smell it.
Another vanilla scent that I love is Bath & Body Works' Warm Vanilla Sugar. I find it overpowering at first, but the lingering smell is lovely. And well, if you're looking for a man or want to make the one you have want you more, vanilla is supposedly a scent that makes them drool and crave you. Have fun! ;)
Affairs Magazine : makes some weightloss goals.
Beauty & Baggage : is trying out bold shades with Wet n Wild!
Fashionable Heart : shopped at one of Canada's first Target stores.
Massachusetts Mask : goes a little brush crazy with an e.l.f. haul!
So how would you answer this week's question?!
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Sunday, March 17, 2013
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
My orange green-eyed kitty is always ready to celebrate...or nap...a real party animal, that Jade! ;) I hope you have all had a lovely holiday and remembered to wear green to avoid being pinched!
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Friday, March 15, 2013
InstaFriday!
I have actually been neglecting my Instagram account lately, but I guess it's because nothing exciting has happened during this week. Also I may be the only one who gets a little antsy when my picture amount goes up, so I start being pickier about what I snap a picture of. I'm weird, right? Don't answer that.
Here are a few recent pictures from my IG to celebrate InstaFriday! Happy Friday and I hope you all have a lovely St. Patrick's Day weekend! 
^ Some of my favorite moisturizers this winter. Embryolisse, Korres Lip Butters, Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, and Bath & Body Works Shea Cashmere hand cream.
To see more pictures, please keep reading.
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Thursday, March 14, 2013
RIP Google Reader!
As most bloggers have stated already, Google Reader is going away in July. I personally do not understand this decision, as many of us use it as our main blog reader! I've heard mixed answers on the GFC, hearing that it is staying and that it is going. The actual Google blog did not list it as one of the programs they are retiring. I guess only time will tell.
Anyway, I just wanted to make this quick post to tell you where you can add me or my blog. These links are also under the "Find!" page at the top, but I'll put a few of the links in this quick entry as well.
Bloglovin'- a great alternative to Google Reader. And they have an excellent iPhone app!
Hellocotton- This one allows you to follow blogs and comment on posts right away.
Facebook- My blog posts get listed on there, as well.
Instagram- So addicted. Let me know if you are on there!
Pinterest- I love this site!
Twitter- I'd love to follow you and talk.
Those are probably my main six! As stated above, you can see my other social media pages on the dedicated page. Thank you so much for whatever venue you choose to read my blog and talk to me. I love getting to know all of you more!
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Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Target Canada Haul, OOTD, & Review
I am on BFF status with Target in the States. We get along wonderfully and I visit whenever I can. Of course I was beyond excited when Canada opened the doors to its first three stores. I waited until Saturday and we drove the hour drive (whew- can't wait for the closer ones to open). Here is my haul, OOTD, and little review on my first expressions.
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Monday, March 11, 2013
Around the World in 80 Eyeshadows Week 26
Group post time!
I'm not original when I say that I am drawn to pastels in spring. That doesn't mean that I stick solely to them, but I do crave them more than darker colors on the nails during spring.
The colors above are Essie's Brooch the Subject and Navigate Her, Models Own Pastel Pink, China Glaze's For Audrey, and Revlon's Flirt. These are five of my favorite pastels to wear.

Affairs Magazine : started a weight loss journey... 200 lbs to go!
Beauty & Baggage : is coming around to textured nails thanks to Barry M's new Nail Paints.
Fashionable Heart : is obsessed with the Urban Decay Oz palettes!
Massachusetts Mask : is stuck in the middle of a move!
So how would you answer this week's question?!
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Thursday, March 7, 2013
Urban Decay's Theodora Palette
This post is very image-heavy (16, to be exact!). In this post, you'll find my pictures and swatches of the Theodora palette. You can see my post on the Glinda palette, here. The packaging of these palettes...I'm in love!
To see more pictures, please keep reading.
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Monday, March 4, 2013
Around the World in 80 Eyeshadows Week 25
Group post time!
Origins Clear Improvement mask has definitely turned into a favorite item. This is a deluxe sample that I got from Sephora and I've already gone through a small sample I got during Christmas. The charcoal in the mask unclogs pores. I love the feeling of this mask on. It has a cooling effect and dries like a typical clay mask. My face does not feel tight afterward and it leaves my skin feeling soft. It's been great for my sensitive skin without causing any breakouts or redness. I do not have acne-prone skin, but I imagine this could be amazing for those that do!
They have a body wash with the same active charcoal that I may just have to try when I go through a few of my other shower products first.

Affairs Magazine : did a Soda Shoppe face of the day.
Beauty & Baggage : gets Nearly Naked with Revlon!
Fashionable Heart : had a great short trip to the States!
Massachusetts Mask : talks about some possible dupes for MAC's Fleet Fast blush from last summer!
So how would you answer this week's question?!
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Friday, March 1, 2013
February 2013 Favorites!
- Bioderma. I was sure this was going to be one of those overrated products, but it has proven me wrong.
- Origins GinZing mascara. This is a sample size. I am really liking the formula!
- MAC Archie's Girls Daddy's Little Girl lipstick. Amazzzzzing.
- Urban Decay's Vice Palette. My only dislike is the palette gets messy very easily!


















