Yes...SAD. Also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder. As the temperatures here in the Midwest once again dip below zero (-38 "real feel" anyone?), I am really wondering if I can diagnose myself with this disorder. I HATE winter in the worst way. I hate the cold, the snow, the wind, all of it!
The start of winter is great. I'm loving the transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas, and looking forward to more quality family time and days off work. Then, New Year's Day has passed, and all I have to look forward to is putting my damn winter coat away and busting out my insanely large sandal collection! After the holidays, winter is pointless.
I get so utterly pissy from January through mid-March that I'm surprised my husband hasn't duct taped my mouth shut yet! Poor guy. I am irritable, anxious, depressed, and even MAD about the current state of the weather. I am a snow-phobic, as my hour long commute is no bueno in the snow. And, I'm super unhappy about wasting vacation days holed up in my house because it's too dangerous to drive to work!
Self diagnosis may seem a little over dramatic, but it seems fitting here. Hubby and I have a busy weekend ahead, but I have a Birchbox/ipsy related post coming at you soon!
Stay warm, y'all!
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
When?
Another post from my iPhone...please excuse the typos my apparently GIANT fingers will cause. You've been warned!
Today, I got asked the "usual" question. Ya know, the question that gets asked of me by almost everyone I know or meet...family, friends, co-workers, the lady at the nail salon, the checker at Target..."When are you gonna have kids?" Because being a 29 year old woman who has been married for 3+ years must mean we are planning on having a family soon, right??
I used to just shrug off this particular question, figuring it was the norm. But, the drastic increase in this question's appearance in my life got me thinking. Why is it so important for these people (some who are relative strangers) to know all the details about my biological clock and plans for future children? Does my decision to start a family now or a year from now impact them in some way? I get why family and close friends ask...itching for more babies to snuggle! But the random people I encounter don't really need to know this. Do they?
It's strange living in this social media, reality television driven society. I am as guilty as anyone of wanting in on celebrity gossip, trolling Facebook feeds, or watching drama unfold for some lazy, rich housewives. This "fishbowl" we live in seems to have eliminated our filters. We feel like Facebook statuses and Tweets and staged reality allow us to really know someone. So why wouldn't it be weird to ask a perfect stranger a personal question?
Maybe it's time for us to take a step back and think about the things we say to people, or the things we ask them about. "When are you going to get married?" "Are you working on getting that promotion finally?" "How long are you going to keep that dead end job?" Maybe these questions aren't okay to ask people we barely know. Aren't there things you don't want people to ask you? We aren't always entitled the the answers we seek.
As for the answer to the question I am always asked, my answer is simple....when God decides it's time. :0)
Today, I got asked the "usual" question. Ya know, the question that gets asked of me by almost everyone I know or meet...family, friends, co-workers, the lady at the nail salon, the checker at Target..."When are you gonna have kids?" Because being a 29 year old woman who has been married for 3+ years must mean we are planning on having a family soon, right??
I used to just shrug off this particular question, figuring it was the norm. But, the drastic increase in this question's appearance in my life got me thinking. Why is it so important for these people (some who are relative strangers) to know all the details about my biological clock and plans for future children? Does my decision to start a family now or a year from now impact them in some way? I get why family and close friends ask...itching for more babies to snuggle! But the random people I encounter don't really need to know this. Do they?
It's strange living in this social media, reality television driven society. I am as guilty as anyone of wanting in on celebrity gossip, trolling Facebook feeds, or watching drama unfold for some lazy, rich housewives. This "fishbowl" we live in seems to have eliminated our filters. We feel like Facebook statuses and Tweets and staged reality allow us to really know someone. So why wouldn't it be weird to ask a perfect stranger a personal question?
Maybe it's time for us to take a step back and think about the things we say to people, or the things we ask them about. "When are you going to get married?" "Are you working on getting that promotion finally?" "How long are you going to keep that dead end job?" Maybe these questions aren't okay to ask people we barely know. Aren't there things you don't want people to ask you? We aren't always entitled the the answers we seek.
As for the answer to the question I am always asked, my answer is simple....when God decides it's time. :0)
Monday, January 13, 2014
We got a makeover...in more ways than one!
I am BEYOND thrilled that we have gotten a new look! It's about time, huh? I am in love with our new design, which I purchased from mlekoshi Playground on Etsy. The colors and springy vibe have me wishing for warmer weather, that's for sure!
We are having a small heat wave here in the Midwest, a blistering 40 degrees today! That's 85 degrees warmer than last Sunday, when it was well below zero. Now that Christmas is gone, there is no need for winter. I am so over the snow, the cold, the wind, and all winter fashion items!I always look forward to sweatshirt weather, but I will take sandal weather over this any day of the week. I am looking forward to spring, when we can open our windows and let all the "yuck" out of this house!
Aside from the obvious blog makeover, I bought a whole lotta new makeup from e.l.f. (which stands for eyes lips face) right after Christmas. Their makeup is also sold at Target, and is super affordable! You can find their website here. I am really loving some of this stuff, and can live without other things. So, I will focus on what I'm really liking from this haul!
If there are beauty products you love, share them below in the comments! I'm always looking to try new things. Also, if there are any other general topics you'd like to suggest...comment! I can only get better with your feedback.
We are having a small heat wave here in the Midwest, a blistering 40 degrees today! That's 85 degrees warmer than last Sunday, when it was well below zero. Now that Christmas is gone, there is no need for winter. I am so over the snow, the cold, the wind, and all winter fashion items!I always look forward to sweatshirt weather, but I will take sandal weather over this any day of the week. I am looking forward to spring, when we can open our windows and let all the "yuck" out of this house!
Aside from the obvious blog makeover, I bought a whole lotta new makeup from e.l.f. (which stands for eyes lips face) right after Christmas. Their makeup is also sold at Target, and is super affordable! You can find their website here. I am really loving some of this stuff, and can live without other things. So, I will focus on what I'm really liking from this haul!
- e.l.f. Studio Prism Eyeshadow (in Naked) - This is seriously amazing! It is the $10 version of Urban Decay's Naked palettes. It is super shimmery, so if you prefer a matte shadow, these are not for you! With a little shadow primer (I love Too Faced Shadow Insurance), there is no problem with this lasting all day! I am loving the gold and brown colors, which I have been rocking since this amazing shadow showed up on my door step. They also have Sunset and Smoke palettes, which feature more cool tones, if that is what you're looking for.
- e.l.f. Studio Matte Lip Color (in Tea Rose and Natural) - Okay, I really like these colors, and that they are in more of a "crayon" than a lipstick (which I NEVER wear). However, I do not love that they are super matte, or how they apply in the dead of winter when you have scaly, disgusting, chapped lips. But, no worries, friends...I have a fix! I just apply a little plain Chap Stick or Vaseline to my lips before applying, and these little crayons glide on super smooth! I also top them with some sheer gloss, but that's because I prefer a shiny lip. You could totally rock these matte if that's what you prefer! At $3 each, you can afford to try ALL of the colors!
- e.l.f. Studio Eye Refresh - This is a diamond in the rough! It's only $3, so totally worth a shot! This is a little roll-on stick that you use under your eyes to reduce puffiness and dark circles. (How did e.l.f. know I had both?! I swear they MADE this for me!!) Combine this with my next favorite, and you're in business!
- e.l.f. Studio Corrective Concealer (in Neutralize and Conceal) - I have been using this under my eyes, where I could use a little "pick me up." I tend to have bags under my eyes that get really dark when I'm tired. This concealer has been amazing! It comes with a tiny brush that doesn't really help you put it on (I use my fingers), and really needs setting with powder, but it works really well! I can tell a huge difference when I put it on...makes me look more awake/alert! A $3 investment, combined with Eye Refresh (for a grand total of $6) is so worth it!
If there are beauty products you love, share them below in the comments! I'm always looking to try new things. Also, if there are any other general topics you'd like to suggest...comment! I can only get better with your feedback.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
It Wasn't Meant To Be...
Our NYE celebration just wasn't meant to be! We unfortunately had to skip our celebration due to the hubs getting the stomach flu on NYE Eve! It was so bad...and started at about 9 at night. He was fine all day! I was so sad, but we sure didn't want to infect anyone else, especially our friends with kids! We spent NYE feeling nauseous (I think I tried to get the bug...) and tentatively eating all our goodies. They were good, but it just wasn't the same!
Since NYE, I have worked three days. Say what?! Yes. Three! I worked two days last week, and then...SNOWPOCALYPSE!! We had awful weather Sunday, and had an adult snow day Monday. Then, I decided to stay home yesterday. As a commuter who drives 50 miles to work and 50 miles home, icy roads are a no go! I am a total freak about snow anyway, so trying to drive in it turns me into one huge, blubbering, teary eyed, frazzled, hot ass mess! No bueno. The roads were much better today, so I was at work with bells on! Now I'm dreading the freezing rain we are getting on Friday. Come on, Mother Nature...give this snow neurotic wimp a damn break, would ya?!
I am thinking my next post may be a review of the ELF makeup I ordered and talked about a couple posts back. Some of it was awesome, some didn't go so well. I have semi-sensitive skin, so it's always an experiment! I'm also going to try and drag together a "favorites" post again, because I'm totally loving lots of amazing clothes, jewelry, and decor right now. We shall see!
One last note...tonight is the last night of Everyday Icing's new year blowout sale...WITH a 40% off coupon code to boot! There's a TON of cute things left, so head over now...go to Facebook, and search "Everyday Icing."
Since NYE, I have worked three days. Say what?! Yes. Three! I worked two days last week, and then...SNOWPOCALYPSE!! We had awful weather Sunday, and had an adult snow day Monday. Then, I decided to stay home yesterday. As a commuter who drives 50 miles to work and 50 miles home, icy roads are a no go! I am a total freak about snow anyway, so trying to drive in it turns me into one huge, blubbering, teary eyed, frazzled, hot ass mess! No bueno. The roads were much better today, so I was at work with bells on! Now I'm dreading the freezing rain we are getting on Friday. Come on, Mother Nature...give this snow neurotic wimp a damn break, would ya?!
I am thinking my next post may be a review of the ELF makeup I ordered and talked about a couple posts back. Some of it was awesome, some didn't go so well. I have semi-sensitive skin, so it's always an experiment! I'm also going to try and drag together a "favorites" post again, because I'm totally loving lots of amazing clothes, jewelry, and decor right now. We shall see!
One last note...tonight is the last night of Everyday Icing's new year blowout sale...WITH a 40% off coupon code to boot! There's a TON of cute things left, so head over now...go to Facebook, and search "Everyday Icing."
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