tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80845956600997934922024-03-21T07:21:53.080-07:00❤TheeSparkleCorner❤ xoxo, CUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-62161221804572110112017-01-31T20:29:00.002-08:002017-01-31T20:33:18.311-08:00My Dream VanityEver wonder what your dream vanity would look like? Scrolling through Pinterest, I stumbled on pictures of beautifully put-together vanities and I instantly fell in love. Whether these "dream vanity" setups come true or not, who knows? Maybe my tastes will evolve or maybe they'll diverge into a completely different direction! As of now, these are a few Pinterest snapshots illustrating my dream vanity!<br />
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I would LOVE to have my vanity next to a rack of clothing that embodies the trends or styles that I'm currently loving! What's better than getting ready next to a rack of your favorite wardrobe pieces?</div>
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Ideally, my vanity would be located right in front of a huge window! I love getting ready in front of natural lighting and the morning sunlight wakes me up for the day. My favorite type of windows is floor-to-ceiling windows because it really brings out the scenery and the views into my home. As for the vanity table, I would definitely layer the top of the table with a sheet of glass to protect the table from the products that I get ready with. Plus, a glass tabletop is easier to clean off.</div>
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If my apartment doesn't have huge panels of windows, I would love for my vanity to have a huge mirror! It would be hassle-free to get ready with and it would instantly expand my room. I don't know... I feel like big mirrors and big windows make the room feel magical!</div>
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Lastly, I would LOVE for there to be a chandelier or some type of interesting lighting (maybe lanterns?) above my vanity. It adds a flare to my getting-ready area.</div>
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Overall, my vanity would be neutral tones of grey, golds, tans or dusty/mauvy pinks. I want to keep it neutral but elegant and classy!</div>
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That's my dream vanity setup! What are yours? Special thanks to Arhaus for reaching out to me for <span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">this awesome post idea!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">With the summer coming to an end, I thought I would end it on a simple, positive note.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">In the past year or so, the new "it" color have been, what I like to call, "off-neutrals." There's the off greys, the blue-greys/grey-azures, the sandy beige, the grey lavendars, the mauvy neutrals, and my favorite, blush white/blush pink. These "off-neutrals" are the basic neutrals, but with a hint of a pastel undertone. Personally, I think these are the perfect transition colors from winter to summer, vice versa. They're also the perfect neutral color in an accessory or in a closet piece that can serve as a basic neutral color but also add the perfect hint of color to everyday wear or serve as a soft touch to parties and events.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">One of my favorite neutrals is blush pink. It's what I consider my "happy color." Lately, I've been able to find a lot of wardrobe pieces, accessories, and supplies for back to school season in this chic color and it's made me so happy. I have this beautiful Michael Kors Selma Bag in blush pink (that I've previously made a post on for <a href="http://theesparklecorner.blogspot.com/2016/08/whats-in-my-bag-tag-my-essentials.html" target="_blank">What's In My Bag</a>) that I've been using nearly all year because it's the perfect neutral for any outfit, but also adds a hint of my favorite shade: blush pink. Seeing this color warms my heart because it's such a beautiful, delicate, lovely color. It reminds me of the beauty of newly bloomed cherry blossoms. Whenever I'm stressed, I can look over to this color and it can brighten my day and relieve my stress. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">My Clarisonic brush cleanser is also in this baby blush pink color. Since I use my Clarisonic nearly every day, every time I use it, whether it's before the day starts or before bed, it instantly brightens my day! (If you'd like to purchase some great "pink" face care collections, check out <a href="https://www.glossier.com/products" target="_blank">Glossier</a>!) To see this color floating around my work space, my room, and my school environment brightens my day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">My agenda for the 2016-2017 year is in this beautiful white watercolor floral print with a base blush pink color. To write my plans for the day and check off my completed tasks in this notebook instantly lifts my mood.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Blush Pink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">It's my eye candy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Let me know what your "happy color" is! It might be hot pink, fluorescent yellow, or a special color that only you have a name for.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">PS. Heads up on one of my favorite topics that'll be posting about: Fall Fashion + Trends!</span></div>
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Hi Lovelies! As the summer comes to an end and a busy season is approaching us soon, I'd like to share my 16 tips and tricks to improving your skincare routine and help you unclog those pores! *</div>
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1. CLEAN YOUR SKIN MORNING AND NIGHT EFFECTIVELY! Wash your face every day, at least once in the morning and once at night. This will keep your skin fresh and clean. Most importantly, don't overwash your skin! Overwashing your skin can cause skin irritation and redness. In the long run, overwashing causes your skin to lose its natural layer of oils which protects itself from the environment, causing your skin to become more sensitive and prone to irritation/breakouts. Every time you wash your skin with a cleanser, make sure you wash 1-3 minutes! It actually takes a minute for your cleanser to start working on your skin and the product to start sinking in your pores!</div>
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2. MOISTURIZE! Although you may have oily skin, STILL moisturize! There are many different types of moisturizers fit for different types of skin. Moisturizer is very important, as it allows your skin to retain its natural moisture and seals in your protective layer of oils. For the day time, try to commit to a moisturizer that contains sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. No matter what skin tone you have, protecting your skin from the sun is essential.</div>
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3. EXFOLIATE + SKIN TREATMENTS (MASKS). You may think that cleansing your skin is enough. But to get a deep cleanse, exfoliate your skin 1-2 times a week. Exfoliating washes away the dead skin cells and reaches deeper into your pores. However, do not over exfoliate, as it also can cause skin irritation, sensitivity, and redness! Many people love to treat their skin to a "spa day," which includes using masks. Masks can have great benefits, as it also cleanses your skin on a deeper level, rejuvenates it, and helps with blood circulation. Many masks target different goals, such as tightening skin, balancing oils, reducing oiliness, reducing redness. Choose one that can target your skin needs! Just remember, masks should only be used about once a week. To get the most effective results, make sure you open up your pores before applying your mask! To open up your pores, you can use a steamer machine or shower. Opening the pores will allow your mask to do its job more effectively, as it reaches deeper in the pores.</div>
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4. INCLUDE SERUMS IN YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE. After cleansing your face, apply serums to target the specific needs for your skin! Depending on your serum, it can have beneficial ingredients, such as anti-aging properties and effective acne treatments. For more info on the role of serums, check out this perfect <a href="https://intothegloss.com/2016/03/what-is-serum/" target="_blank">IntoTheGloss post</a>!</div>
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5. CLEAN YOUR BRUSHES AND SPONGES. Applying your makeup with dirty brushes can cause your makeup to seal in the bacteria on your face, causing more breakouts and clogging of the pores. Face brushes should be cleaned every week because they carry heavier makeup products. Since they're face brushes, they can easily carry bacteria across your face. Eye brushes should be deeply cleaned about 2-3 times a month. Since these brushes cover a smaller area of your face and usually carry lighter products than foundations/concealer brushes, these won't retain as much bacteria. However, it is also essential to maintain the cleanliness of eye brushes because dirty eye brushes can cause eye irritations and redness. A general rule for makeup brushes is that they should always be soft and should not leave any residue on your face. As for sponges, strictly speaking, they should be washed every 2-3 usages. Sponges can retain bacteria more easily by keeping the bacteria trapped within the sponge. Therefore, it's also essential to keep this makeup tool as clean as possible. </div>
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6. CLEAN YOUR FACIAL BRUSH CLEANSERS. Similar to makeup brushes, cleansing brushes can catch bacteria easily! Clarisonic brushes often advise you to cleanse your brush once a week and deep cleanse it once per month if you use your brush every day. If you want your brush cleansers to commit to its duty of deep cleansing your pores, it's your job to keep it clean so it can function correctly!</div>
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7. WASH YOUR SKIN AFTER SHAMPOOING YOUR HAIR. The impact of hair products on your skin can have taunting effects, especially if your skin is very sensitive. Hair products are not formulated to keep your skin from clogging up. The best solution is to cleanse your skin after you shampoo your hair, so that you can wash away the residue with your cleanser! As for hairspray, try to keep it out of your face!</div>
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8. REMOVE YOUR MAKEUP BEFORE BED. The best hours for skin recovery are night hours. However, if you keep your skin clogged up with makeup, your skin will only soak up the nasty residue! Instead, keep your skin clean and healthy by cleansing it properly and sticking to a routine! Even on those days when you're tired from work, take a few minutes to get rid of all that makeup. Your skin needs its beauty rest too!</div>
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9. CHECK PRODUCT INGREDIENTS. Is your skin sensitive to a type of ingredient? Your skin type may not be sensitive skin, but it may be allergic to a specific ingredient! So pay attention to the general ingredients in your makeup/cleansers. For example, tea tree oil is famous for its anti-acne properties. However, it doesn't seem to work on me. So see what works for you!</div>
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10. DO NOT PILE ON LAYERS OF MAKEUP! Your skin needs to BREATHE! Instead of using layers and layers of foundation, invest in a full coverage foundation/concealer! Also remember that foundation isn't used to cover up those blemishes. Foundation is only the base layer. Use good coverage concealers to dot on those blemishes! For tips on finding a quality concealer, check out this awesome, thorough <a href="https://intothegloss.com/2016/01/best-concealer-pot/" target="_blank">IntoTheGloss Post!</a> They mention the best coverage concealers and it definitely has a few of my favorites on their list.</div>
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11. WIPE DOWN. This means disinfect the screen of your phone, wash your yoga mat and disinfect those headphones that stick to the sides of your face. Believe it or not, these places actually have layers and layers of bacteria! We never seem to think of this, but our skin contact these areas every day!</div>
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12. LET FRESH AIR CIRCULATE YOUR WORK SPACE. Having fresh air allows your pores to breathe. Declutter your work space if you have to. After every spring and summer clean, I always feel better when I get to work in my work space because the decluttering keeps my anxiety levels low and allows the fresh air to actually circulate my whole room! Circulating Fresh Air = Circulations of Good Energy.</div>
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13. DRINK LOTS OF WATER! Since June, I invested in a 24 oz Mira water bottle which keeps cold water cold and hot water warm. THIS HAS BEEN THE BEST INVESTMENT IN MY LIFE. Since it's such a large water bottle, I only need to refill it 2-3 times a day and I get to have a good amount of water intake! Some of the biggest reasons why I never stuck to drinking water were because my water bottles always leaked, were always too bulky for me to carry around, and always change the water temperature to room temperature water. I love chilled water! So to be able to transport this sleek water bottle without leakage, refill it as the day goes on, and maintain the water temperature is absolutely amazing. Most importantly, I've seen that my skin has reduced its breakouts (knock on wood!). </div>
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14. WATCH YOUR DIET! It's not a good idea to eat greasy foods (pizza, cheeseburgers) every single day. What you eat is what you shine through! Excessive oils can cause an imbalanced digestion, which can reflect on your face. Breakouts around your eyebrows are signs of liver problems, which means you should improve your water intake. Breakouts around your forehead are signs of indigestion. Generally, consume enough veggies and fruits in your daily meals. If you don't like the taste of these, you can always blend it and add ice to make it into a good smoothie. Adding ice always makes a good smoothie. Adding fruits gives it some natural sweetness! Essentially, pay attention to what you eat. Each person is different, so what works for you may not work for her. For example, milk doesn't work well with my digestion in the morning! Sounds weird, but it's true! Milk also gives me more breakouts. Oddly, cheese doesn't have that effect on me. Ultimately, pay attention to what your skin is telling you! </div>
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15. MEDITATE + DESTRESS. Personally, my key to destressing is designing, sketching, and watching Youtube Videos/Netflix. However, some days I don't have that time! So I would use 5 minutes to meditate and play a calming song in the background. Destressing is an important tip to living a healthy, happy life! Destressing also prevents excessive breakouts by limiting hormone imbalances.</div>
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16. SEE A DERMATOLOGIST. If you can't seem to figure out a way to unclog your pores, or if you have severe breakouts, contact a dermatologist! They're specialized in this department, they know what's going on :)</div>
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Hi Loves! Today, I wanted to share with you the top 5 items on my grown-up checklist. One of the most challenging and adventurous aspects of life is setting goals and beginning new journeys. Since I'm approaching adulthood very soon, I decided to create this Grown-Up Checklist, similar to the bucket list of want to accomplish as an adult!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">1. Traveling LOTS with friends and family!</span></b> Every time I return from a vacation, I get to learn something new about myself. Embarking on these adventures and discovering the world and yourself are important steps to living a fulfilling life! </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">2. Living a clean, minimalistic life.</span></b> Some days, our values may be clouded by the materialistic aspects of life. I believe that living a minimalistic life will really open my eyes and allow me to focus on life, its journey, and the beauty of the world, instead of the materialistic things. Plus, having a clean environment to work and live in clears the mind of clutters, allowing me to be more motivated to get things done!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">3. Account for my spending.</span></b> For the past year, I suddenly felt like spending money was WAY easier than saving money and spending wisely. So in my bullet journal, I decided to keep track of my spending for a few months and see how much my living cost would be. I accounted for the little shopping sprees, the lunch money, the toiletries. Everything. The sum was actually very shocking! So over the summer, I ended up making more of my own lunches and it felt great. Not only did my body get cleansed of unhealthy foods and toxins, but I've also felt a lot healthier, customing my own foods, eating more salads, and living this simpler lifestyle. For those of you transitioning from high school to college, or from college to adulthood, it's great to start this method to account for your spendings, just to see how much your living cost will be. This is the perfect method for keeping a balanced budget!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">4. Drinking LOTS of water!</span></b> Now, I don't mean binge-drinking water as if I was a girl at the bar drinking away my sorrows. I want to drink the average human's water consumption, which is about 6-8 cups of water daily. Over the entire summer, I got this Mira 24-oz Water bottle from Amazon and it's the perfect water bottle to maintain my water intake. I just need to drink 2-3 bottles of this and I'm set! The best part is, it's insulated! It keep cold water cool for 24 hours and hot water warm for 12 hours. Now, by the end of the 24 hours, the water won't be ice cold. But it's still pretty chill! I would HIGHLY recommend checking out this amazing water bottle because it's so worth the investment!</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">5. Do what I love, earn lots of money, give back to the community, and start a charity for abused and abandoned animals.</span> </b>Ever since I was little, I've always wanted to become a humanitarian and start my own charity. Even today, my life's biggest goal is to earn enough money for me to start my own charity for abandoned and abused animals. By earning lots of money, I would be able to establish my own farm/care facility for abused and abandoned animals. Animals are the most loyal creatures a human can have as a companion. Yet, when they're abused, they can't speak for themselves. Humans are always fighting for women's rights, racial equality, wage equality for both genders. But animals can't fight for their own causes when humans are the cause of their abandonment. So I'll fight for them. If the these abused animals regain their happiness, and if our community bands together to aid in this cause, that'll make me a happy lil human being :)</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">6. Saving up early.</span></b> Recently, I've read that 40% of millennials don't have current plans for retirement! People of this generation have gained the strength to spend instead of the power to save, making the economy plumage more than ever. Teens of this generation are entering the most debt any generation has experienced before. The worst part is, after graduating from college, they continue to spend and leave the idea of "debt to return" for a decade later. Why not save early? Why not start saving for your future children, so they can have an easier life, financially? Why not pay back your debts early? Why not get rid of this financial burden before it becomes a leash holding you back from a brighter future? One of the best financial tools/apps to budget your personal capital is the app "<a href="https://www.personalcapital.com/financial-software" target="_blank">Personal Capital Money and Investing"</a> by Personal Capital Corporation. It's a free analytics tool that'll aid you in finding YOUR financial strategy in budgeting your lifestyle! While being an independent adult feels fun, don't forget to keep an eye on the future and save up!</div>
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Those are the Top 6 Items on my Grown-Up Checklist! I hope these tips to becoming a responsible adult helped!</div>
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Hi Loves! One of my favorite videos, images and blog posts to read about are "What's In My Bag Tags." It's the curiosity of wondering what's in a girl's bag that sparks my interest in writing this post! I thought I would share with you my purse essentials!</div>
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First off, this has been my go-to everyday bag whenever I'm not in school. It's a Michael Kors Selma Bag in Blush Pink in Medium Size. I absolutely love the saffiano leather because it keeps the bag's sturdy structure and allows for the leather to be scratch-resistant. It's easy to manage, sleek to carry around, and durable! I got this in the Summer of 2016 and it was limited to select boutiques, so I'm sadly unsure if this color is still available. This is one of my favorite bags not only because it's so durable, but because the color is beautiful. It's the perfect pink for a pop of color and neutral enough to mute an outfit.</div>
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2. <a href="http://www.ray-ban.com/usa/sunglasses/RB2140%20MALE%20072-original%20wayfarer%20classic-black/805289126577?category_Id=25820&default=true" target="_blank">Sunglasses</a>: Protect those eyes from the sun! My favorites are my go-to Ray Bans.<br />
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3. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Vera-Bradley-Case-Lanyard-Crazy/dp/B00FAHEE4G/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1471161731&sr=1-1&keywords=vera+bradley+zip+ID+case+and+lanyard+plum+crazy" target="_blank">ID Pouch</a>: Keeping my school ID, work ID, and keys is essential for entering places!<br />
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4. Makeup Pouch (More on that later)<br />
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5. Wallet by Radley London<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/tangle-teezer-compact-styler-P386485?skuId=1798651&icid2=products%20grid%3Ap386485" target="_blank">6. Tangle Teezer Brush</a>: This is the absolute perfect brush for on the go. Tangle teezers are very gentle on the hair and makes detangling your hair an easy job to get accomplished in a minimum amoutn of time. It's easy to stick in my purse, it has a sleek design in its packaging (making it perfect to grab in your purse), and the bristles are protected by a cover! Most importantly, it's compact! I've loved the Macadamia Tangle Teezers that I keep at home. They detangle your hair, especially when your hair is wet. It minimizes hair strand breakage! The only downside from the Macadamia Tangle Teezer was that it was slightly larger and didn't have a cover for its bristles. All in all, I absolutely LOVE tangle teezers! It's magic!<br />
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7. <a href="https://www.victoriassecret.com/beauty/pink-body-care-specials/warm-cozy-body-mist-pink?ProductID=170122&CatalogueType=OLS" target="_blank">Pink 'Warm and Cozy' Body Mist</a>: It's a very flirty, sweet, warm fragrant that I love for on-the-go<br />
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8. Pocket Tissues Kleenex: Have to be prepared for any surprises!<br />
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9. Apple Earbuds: Personally, I love Apple earbuds. They're the only earbuds that actually stay in my ear!<br />
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10. <a href="http://www.target.com/p/burt-s-bees-lemon-butter-cuticle-cream-0-6-oz/-/A-13485940?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Health%2BBeauty%2BShopping&adgroup=SC_Health%2BBeauty&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9003562&gclid=CjwKEAjwltC9BRDRvMfD2N66nlISJACq8591U_LNS5NcpEES6hMvjXk7nLQcXhbmyEyT6O4JYsX9BBoCTvjw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">Burt's Bee's Cuticle Cream:</a> This cream works WONDERS for your cuticles. It keeps it moisturized and smooth! I apply this in the morning, evening, and at night. It does wonders to your cuticles and smooths out any ridged areas on your nail bed and your cuticles. For best results, use it overnight! I don't know what my cuticles would look like without this product. It's also the only product that shows results within a day. It's very affordable, sold at most drugstores.<br />
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11. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Trader-Joes-Organic-Peppermints-1-41/dp/B00BWGRZHM" target="_blank">Trader Joe's Organic Peppermints</a>: Keep that breath fresh! These are pretty good, gets the job done.<br />
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12. Wet Ones: This world is filled with millions upon millions of germs. You're always exposed to them, from elevator buttons to door handles. It's always great to have these wipes or sanitizer to kill those germs.<br />
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13. <a href="http://www.bando.com/collections/agendas?gclid=CjwKEAjwltC9BRDRvMfD2N66nlISJACq8591CgzQDpEpiSJIvwmh2XNYCdImyGy0JgHH7EnMJAEedRoCn2Pw_wcB" target="_blank">2016-2017 Ban.do Agenda</a> + Post its + Pen: For, a quick jogging of an idea, planning/scheduling events and meetings, jotting down a reminder. I'm also very picky with my pens. These are my favorite ball point pens (not gel) because they write very smoothly, aren't heavy, are PINK but write in black ink, and get everything done. (Always use a ballpoint pen for important documents!)</div>
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1. <a href="http://www.pharmaca.com/zuzu-luxe-dual-powder-foundation#tabs" target="_blank">ZUZU Luxe Face Powder Foundation:</a> It's not really enough to be a foundation, so I carry it around as a regular, matte powder. I LOVE Zuzu cometics because it's a natural, organic makeup brand. It's a vegan, gluten-free cosmetics line, which is much better for the skin. Available online and at Whole Foods Market.</div>
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3. Hair Ties</div>
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5. Burt's Bee's Chapstick in Peppermint</div>
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6. Burt's Bee's Tinted Lip Balm in Rose</div>
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7. Burt's Bee's Lip Crayon in Carolina Coast (the PERFECT summer baby pink shade)</div>
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8. Box of Bobby Pins</div>
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10. NARS Lip Liners in Rikugien (Sample Sized: Satin Finish) and Bahama (Velvet Matte): These are THE PERFECT mauvy tones, "My Lips But Better" tone. They last ALL DAY, have amazing color payoff, and don't dry my lips either!</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-85023798943268383602016-07-31T11:53:00.003-07:002016-07-31T11:53:58.216-07:001 Pair of Joggers, 4 LooksJoggers are one of my favorite pairs of pants to wear. They're loose, comfortable, and stylish enough to appear put together. Joggers can be tricky to style though! Here are 4 looks I created that I often wear. (Certain items are linked under each outfit)<br />
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Since joggers are so loose and casual, pairing it with some lace crop top adds a dash of feminine flirt! For an every day casual look, pair it with sneakers and a crossbody!</div>
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My Outfit: Grey Joggers, Lace Crop Top, <a href="http://www.keds.com/en/keds-x-kate-spade-new-york-champion-laceless-linen/15183W.html?dwvar_15183W_color=WF52958#cgid=women-ourcollections-kedsxkatespadenewyork&prefn1=itemStyle&prefv1=Slip+Ons&start=1" target="_blank">Kate Spade Ked's Sneakers</a>, Tod's Crossbody, <a href="http://www.ray-ban.com/usa/sunglasses/RB2140%20MALE%20072-original%20wayfarer%20classic-black/805289126577?category_Id=25820&default=true" target="_blank">Ray Bans Wayfarers</a>, <a href="http://mylokai.com/shop/lokai-bracelet-clear.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjw_eu8BRDC-YLHusmTmMEBEiQArW6c-AKPiu-c528D2WQATxVYes_G_SzvI-kwu6uBnABzq2UaArE58P8HAQ" target="_blank">Lokai Bracelet</a></div>
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This chic fall look is a perfect way to dress up your joggers! Paired with a sleek, slim turtleneck tucked into your joggers and a pair of booties and you're ready to go! For an on-the-go look, bring a tote!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY3OPdSdv9mM5Z79uy5AIq2nWWQezW_fv4tdmlsLIeVoOJfPJa8GjF3Y-N4BdexgVHiCfzdUrR0mkHsDQCblXWVIDlPM-IYwm3L5tKZPOwIZOPP3Jzk87gszCwN0samnOXMuwAiX92s5E/s1600/b21209d1-59fd-4b8b-9aaf-a540ef5964f5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div>
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My Outfit: Grey Joggers,<a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/84007?article=84007-C&cm_vc=SEARCH" target="_blank"> Black Short Sleeve Mock Turtleneck,</a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sarto-by-franco-sarto-omani-block-heel-bootie-women/4327889" target="_blank">Franco Sarto Black Booties</a>, <a href="http://us.longchamp.com/handbags/le-pliage/large-tote-bag-1899089" target="_blank">Longchamp Le Pliage (Large, Purple) Tote</a>, MaeMovement Bracelet, MK Watch, Nordstrom Sunglasses, F21 Decorative Necklace</div>
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I love tiffany blue! Why not pair this scallop-edged top with my joggers for a perfect casual, comfortable look?</div>
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My Outfit: Grey Joggers, Abercrombie Tiffany Blue Laced Top, <a href="http://www.keds.com/en/keds-x-kate-spade-new-york-champion-laceless-linen/15183W.html?dwvar_15183W_color=WF52958#cgid=women-ourcollections-kedsxkatespadenewyork&prefn1=itemStyle&prefv1=Slip+Ons&start=1" target="_blank">Kate Spade Ked's Sneakers</a>, Tod's Crossbody, <a href="http://www.alexandani.com/bracelets.html?s_kwcid=AL!4671!3!104271470901!e!!g!!alex%20and%20ani%20bracelet&ef_id=VvHAnwAAABUAI1xQ:20160731184642:s&gclid=CjwKEAjww_a8BRDB-O-OqZb_vRASJAA9yrc5Zt13l0qn0mCQ7RNbr5JBe2yv0U6vUKNwdyecmFAtxxoCKnHw_wcB" target="_blank">Alex and Ani Bracelets (Birthstone and Path of Life)</a>, Monogram Necklace</div>
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For a sportier look, pair your joggers with a graphic tee and a pair of sneakers! I love to tuck in my graphic tee for a more put together look.</div>
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My Outfit: Grey Joggers, Graphic Tee, <a href="http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pd/converse-chuck-taylor-all-star-low-top-unisex-shoe/pid-11214172/pgid-11337711" target="_blank">White Converse</a>, Nordstrom Sunglasses, Coach Crossbody, <a href="http://mylokai.com/shop/lokai-bracelet-clear.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjw_eu8BRDC-YLHusmTmMEBEiQArW6c-AKPiu-c528D2WQATxVYes_G_SzvI-kwu6uBnABzq2UaArE58P8HAQ" target="_blank">Lokai Bracelet</a>, <a href="http://www.alexandani.com/bracelets.html?s_kwcid=AL!4671!3!104271470901!e!!g!!alex%20and%20ani%20bracelet&ef_id=VvHAnwAAABUAI1xQ:20160731184642:s&gclid=CjwKEAjww_a8BRDB-O-OqZb_vRASJAA9yrc5Zt13l0qn0mCQ7RNbr5JBe2yv0U6vUKNwdyecmFAtxxoCKnHw_wcB" target="_blank">Alex and Ani (Lotus Flower) Bracelet</a></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-50804301135376565522015-10-12T18:29:00.000-07:002015-11-05T10:22:32.908-08:00♡ SCHOOL LIFE HACKS! ♡<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey Y'all! Alright, so I confess... I feel SO bad for not posting for a few weeks. But I never thought school would occupy so much of my life. It's been a CRAZY few weeks. There hasn't been a break since I began school! But hey, I guess this is going to be my life all year!<br />
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So I've gained a few School/Life Hacks. There's apps, tips, time management tricks here and there. They've helped me quite a lot, I hope they help you too! (PS. NOT Sponsored!)<br />
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1. SelfControl App<br />
Basically, you open the app and there's a "Blacklist" for websites that you don't want to go on for a set amount of time. You can adjust the list and the time. However, once the timer begins, it can NOT be reversed! This prevented me from spending all my time on social media! Along with being sidetracked by social media, leave your unneeded tech devices in another room. If I leave my phone <br />
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2. Ctrl+F<br />
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Ever need to do hours of research for a paper but can't find the right words/topic? Use Ctrl+F! Once you open a website, just hold Ctrl and F. This will open a search box for you to type in words that you're searching for on that page! The words will be highlighted when it's found on the page.<br />
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3. Binder Clips as Bookmarks!<br />
Need a quick bookmark? Feel like paper bookmarks always rip? Use a binder clip! Clip all the pages that you've read already together. It's easy to flip!<br />
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4. Post-it Notes on Laptops and Computers!<br />
Although we always try to write our to-do lists in planners. But when we remember something on the spur of the moment, we just HAVE to write it down and remember it. But post it notes often get lost. STICK THEM ON YOUR LAPTOP COVER! I always do this. Every time I leave my laptop, I'd close the cover. The next time I open it, I see the post it on the cover! Put it somewhere that distracts you.<br />
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5. Use the Pomodoro Method<br />
Sounds weird. But the Pomodoro Method is the 25-5 method. Study for 25 minutes, take a break for 5 minutes. Scientific studies have proven that this method actually works because you end up remembering more things AND your brain won't feel crammed. You'll be able to digest everything quicker, which will help you recall later on. ALWAYS KEEP A TIMER ON! Also, don't forget to come back to studying after that 5 minute break!<br />
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Here's my August Favorites!! (Beware, lots of foodie favs haha)</div>
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I've been LOVING frosted sugar cookies! These are the ones from target :) The pink frosted ones are even cuter...</div>
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These are a back-to-memory-lane snack because when I was a kid, I used to LOVE these giant chocolate covered pretzels that came in 10 pretzels a stack. I got them every time I went on vacation. Then, the place discontinued the pretzels... I was SO sad. BUT NOW, I FOUND CHOCOLATE COVERED PRETZELS!! Got these at Whole Foods... (they come in white chocolate, milk and dark chocolate) Just chocolate covered pretzels in general are my favs :)</div>
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Haagen-Dazs Rum Raisin Ice Cream!</div>
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When I was a little kid, there was this little ice cream store next to my building that sold like this super large cup of ice cream for a cheap price. I fell in love with Rum Raisin ice cream at that moment (especially since it was also my mom's favorite ice cream flavor). My mom could never finish one cup. Neither could I. So we would split it and it was one of the best tasting ice creams ever. But then the shop closed and the ice cream disappeared. Years later, discovered that Haagen Dazs ALSO has Rum Raisin ice cream! We were OVERJOYED. It's basically vanilla ice cream with light rum covering raisins... Still haven't discovered another brand that has this flavor!</div>
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This book is such a breeze to read, but it's such an informative, inspiring book. Not only does it have tips from Blake Mycoskie (btw, there's so many AWESOME tips in here. Highlighted so much, my goodness. And Blake is so honest with his tips), but there's also lots of mini stories of the successes of other companies (eg. Netflix!). It's an amazing, influential, self-help book about starting up your own successful company. It makes dreams possible. LOVED this book so much :)</div>
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LILLY PULITZER PLANNER! (Large)</div>
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I've always loved planning my life out, whether it be writing the projects I have to get done, or small daily tasks. Planners keep my sane. Since August is back-to-school month, I got in the groove of getting a system down for my planning! </div>
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HOBBY: Drawing/Sketching</div>
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On a regular basis, I would design. But a few days ago, I decided to give another attempt at portrait sketching. When I was younger, I used to LOVE drawing famous people... especially Taylor Swift. One of the people I met this month drew Taylor, which inspired me to see if my sketching improved. It did! I was really happy with sketching this out. But, boy, did it take long haha about 3 hours?</div>
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So, in the middle of summer, there's hardly any new tv show episodes that are released. By the end of summer (2 weeks ago) I wanted to pick a tv show up... I decided to go with Teen Wolf. I was in the mood for something supernatural. I've always loved Vampire Diaries, Reign (all the CWTV shows), Supernatural, Twilight, etc. So I thought, Teen wolf would be a good choice. I have to say, this show got me ADDICTED!! If you follow me on Twitter, you probably know how much I'm addicted to this show. There's so many aspects that made me LOVE this show. There's the supernatural aspect, the teenage maturity, the love and relationships, the fantastic acting, the chemistry. EVERYTHING WAS THERE! Love this show so much that I ended up buying ALL the episodes (1st time I've done that to any tv show) and watched everything on iTunes... BINGE WATCHED EVERYTHING IN 2 WEEKS and I'm all caught up. SO sad that it won't come back until January.</div>
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Also, I ended up watching interviews of the cast of Teen Wolf and I have to say, this cast is such an amazing family. Tyler Posey made me cry so hard because of his the issues he's been dealing with a few months ago... I send out all my love to him. He's such a sweet, genuine guy! Dylan O'Brien and Tyler Posey have an amazing chemistry. Arden Cho... wow this girl has such a beautiful voice and awesome acting skills. I also love how strong she is, form dealing with bullying as a young kid to dealing with the criticisms that Korea had for an actress/model's standards. She's SO inspirational!! <3</div>
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That's it for this favorites blog post! It's been an enjoying August... now back to school...</div>
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Every year, I LOVE to decorate my notebook covers, especially if they're plain notebook covers. But I wanted something simple so I can repeat for like 5+ notebook covers. I'm VERY picky about my notebooks. I feel like some notebooks have super thin paper (I don't like) and I won't use cardstock-cover notebooks because they tear super easily (especially when you're sliding it in and out of your locker constantly). So I always stick to plastic covers. However, drawing/painting on plastic covers never seems to work. So, I thought of this DIY. There's probably 1 key component... maybe 2. So I'd like to share this with you! (Hey, that rhymed!)</div>
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1. Mod Podge (to seal the paper/decoration/label that you'll be making so that it can look glossy AND keep the paper from scratching and look duller as times go by)</div>
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4. A cheap paint brush to apply glue the Mod Podge and glitter glue with</div>
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5. A Permanent Pen/Marker if you want to write/draw on the decoration</div>
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6. LABEL PAPER (I used the Full sheet type, not the small labels. The full sheet ones are like printer paper and a super large paper sticker. It's basically a paper-sized label). I used the Avery 5353 type. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Avery-Shipping-Labels-Copiers-Inches/dp/B00006HQEJ/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1440984237&sr=1-1&keywords=5353+avery+labels&pebp=1440984242392&perid=1MDDT61APR5QPTBZ2HKH" target="_blank">(Click here to buy)</a></div>
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7. A notebook</div>
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8. Printer to print the pattern/design onto the label</div>
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1. Choose the design/picture/wallpaper you want to print onto the label paper. I googled "tribal patterns," "vintage patterns," and "tumblr patterns" for the patterns I used shown in the picture. (Also, the rose wallpaper is by Lily Pulitzer)</div>
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2. Paste those pictures onto a word document and adjust the sizes. </div>
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4. Once you've printed them, cut the pictures out.</div>
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5. Write a word/quote on it with permanent pens/markers! Then, stick the label on your notebook cover.</div>
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6. Now, normally, this label is enough to be its own design. However, paper labels often wear down/collect dirt on the sides, so we're going to add a layer of Mod Podge to seal it. It also adds a layer of gloss on the label! KEEP IN MIND: Start from the middle, then work around the edges. When Mod Podge dries, it does dry clear BUT it leaves a shiny residue behind. So the edges should be somewhat neat! Also, paint in ONE DIRECTION! When it dries, the strokes will still be there!</div>
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7. Now, let the thin layer dry for about 15-20 minutes. After it dries, there might be a tiny few wrinkles. Just squeeze it out by running your hands across the label a few times. The air will drain out from the sides.</div>
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8. After drying, you can add a layer of glitter glue! After glitter glue, you're finished with the brush so go rinse that.</div>
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Hope you guys enjoyed this little DIY! (Couldn't blog last week cause I caught a cold :))</div>
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Since back to school season is not far away, I wanted to squeeze in as many blog posts I can to help you guys out, get you guys in the back to school spirit, and make your days at school more enjoyable. I love decorating my locker, so I was brainstorming ways to make a very affordable, magnetic piece of decoration for my locker. I didn't want to make JUST a magnet (I don't know about you, but when I'm rushing in and out of my locker, I'm not in the mood to pick up a magnet, stick something underneath, place the magnet on top again, while trying to maintain a balancing act between my book bag, gym bag and hand full of books). I wanted something that I could just stick on and remove easily without any hassle. Plus, I wanted something customizable, but very simple to recreate. Here's my DIY! Simple and affordable!</div>
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- (OPTIONAL) Mod Podge</div>
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1. Measure your paper and draw lines for your desired size. (Mine is about 2x3 inches)</div>
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3. Write/Design your paper (can be a simple word or even a quote!) I happened to recreate some words originally created by <a href="http://piecescalligraphy.com/" target="_blank">PiecesCalligraphy</a>! Be creative! Use a silver sharpie! You can even print some drawings/designs instead of drawing them!</div>
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4. (OPTIONAL step): Seal everything with a layer of Mod Podge to give it a glossy, textured effect!</div>
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It's THAT simple! I don't know about you, but I always end up doodling on an index card throughout the day. With this DIY Magnet idea, you can doodle as much as you want, and make it into a locker decoration immediately after class! I always have binder clips with me, so after doodling, I can stick a binder clip on that drawing and next time I'm at my locker, I can just stick it on one of the discs and have a new decoration! You can even stick your schedule on your locker like this, or stick small reminders there! Simple, time-friendly, and not too complicated (I think).</div>
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Since Back to School season is right around the corner, I thought some Freshman Advice would be the most appropriate to kick off my #BTSSeason series! Here's my advice to all you freshies out there!</div>
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1. Don't be skeptical or stereotypical! Be openminded! Not every school is the same, and you never know what type of people you'll end up being friends with!</div>
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2. Get on the right foot! CARE about freshman year! Although many people say freshman year doesn't count, IT DOES! Not only academically, but also your attitude. The good part? It's a fresh start. You can begin high school with a new personality, a new reputation, a new YOU. Cherish this opportunity because this is the year you're leaving the 1st impression of you as you (for the 1st time) actually mature. By the way, one of the worst impressions you can make is constantly being late to class (Or even worse, skipping class)... Don't fall into that category :)</div>
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3. DO NOT procrastinate. Or... at least try not to. Habits start somewhere, best to start early!</div>
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4. No need to be scared! Everyone once was a freshman, we relate to this transition and your struggles! It's not like you're walking into a cage full of lions haha. Also, don't be scared of teachers! Help? Lost? Ask them! Knock on their doors and be like: "Hi, sorry to disturb the class, but I can't find room __, can you please point me to the right direction?" It's totally understandable. (I was that kid who would always ask teachers for help if I didn't know where/when. It was either I don't know where a room was, or I didn't know how to read my schedule, or was clueless about my lunch schedule lol... It's ok!)</div>
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5. Lunch time: It's not as scary as Mean Girls depicts it. Just find an open spot or tag along with a group! (Hey, is anyone sitting here? Can I sit here) Speak up! Bathrooms are not an option. After all, it's not like lunchtime is a once-in-a-lifetime thing. You're having it EVERY DAY.</div>
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9. If your school does have "haters," don't let them get to you. Haters be hating ;)</div>
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10. FASHION TIP: 1st day: ALWAYS stick to flats/sneakers/flat sandals. NEVER wear heels your first day. No matter how much a pro you are at wearing heels, you never know how much walking your schedule needs, or how much stairs you'll be climbing, or what crazy activities your teachers have planned. </div>
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11. Lockers: Keep it organized! It'll make life SO much easier to have everything easily accessible and neat. (Separate blog post on this in detailed)</div>
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12. HIGH SCHOOL/COLLEGE TIP: Always bring your student ID EVERYWHERE you go! Some places offer student discounts! Don't be afraid to ask! Some stores would give 10% off your purchase if you present them your student ID!</div>
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13. Know if your school has a library and what amenities it offers! Most libraries have computers hooked to printers. On those days when your home printer runs out of ink, or you forget to bring homework, you can have the project/homework on your email/flash drive and print it in the library! </div>
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16. Stay balanced with a PLANNER! (Separate blog post on choosing planners) Everyone needs a planner, however systems may range from tech to notebook. THIS IS THE ONE OUTLET THAT'LL KEEP YOU SANE as high school gets crazier.</div>
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17. FINALLY, HAVE FUN! BE YOU! Nothing's better than starting this new journey with being YOU. Everyone's different in their own way! Wake up every morning saying "TODAY WILL BE A FAB DAY" and BELIEVE that you'll be fine. </div>
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Although I said freshman year should be taken seriously, stay chill and stay relaxed. STAY SANE because this is only the beginning. ENJOY high school while you're young!</div>
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STAY SAFE AND LOVE YOU!</div>
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PS. Upcoming posts: Backpack essentials, planners, lockers, outfits!</div>
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Being an avid notebook collector, I love keeping notebooks for different purposes. If you're a notebook collector, or at least have empty notebooks laying around, you probably want to find a purposeful way to use that notebook and preserve it for a while. After all, life's an adventure! Why not record it, especially for keepsake! Here's some ways you can utilize YOUR notebooks!</div>
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<u><i>1. Quote Notebook</i></u></div>
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- record all your favorite quotes!</div>
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July's over! Can you believe that summer's almost to an end? Here's my July Favorites!! (Links of items in each subtitle!)</div>
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I've always tried to drink as much liquids as possible. However, I happen to only drink about 4-5 cups of water per day instead of the recommended 6-8 cups. Last month, I went on vacation to a BUNCH of west coast states and one day I got the largest Starbucks size for a Peach Ice Tea (my current FAVORITE drink). After finishing the tea, I didn't have an empty water bottle, so I filled the plastic cup up with drinking water. I drank about 3 cups of the large size. I got more than I needed. The next day when I woke up, my skin was in the best condition possible and I just felt healthier. So when I got home from vacation, I decided to order this glass tumbler (not a fan of plastic tumblers) and this is a 16 oz tumbler. Usually, you can just drink about 4 cups of this and you're set... But because this has the straw and setting it on your desk makes it SO TEMPTING to have another sip of ice water. Can't believe a simple Glass Tumbler could empower me so much to drink more water!</div>
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I'm not a huge fan of crime novels, especially if the storylines are slow. HOWEVER, Cuckoo's Calling is a VERY captivating crime novel. (No spoilers) It's about this famous supermodel who's found at the bottom of the staircase and her death was ruled as suicide. </div>
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So for a while now, I've been hunting down the perfect monogram decal to stick on my laptop and on my planner. I was also looking for cute bow stickers. I thought, why not find a Monogram Bow! So I found this one in an Etsy store (link in "Monogram Bow Vinyl") and it's one of the best quality stickers I've ever had! The seller personally wrote a card and instructions on how to apply the sticker and it was simple, easy, VERY well made (just be careful when you remove the plastic from the bow). HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT if you're looking for this decal! Comes in a variety of different colors!</div>
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Summer... season for hunting down new users to follow and feel more inspired by. One of my new favorite Youtubers/Instagrammers is <a class="g-profile" href="https://plus.google.com/100503345903901226637" target="_blank">+Katherine Pham</a> (@trialsofwhite). This Australian darling has</div>
one of the most classic, chic, modern styles out there. Whenever I need inspiration or feel sad, I would scroll down her IG Feed and my goodness she's simply one of my favorites for this month!<br />
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When I was roaming the West Coast a few weeks ago, I happened to shop at a Nordstrom and there were Ked's in the BP Section. I've always wanted to own a pair of these cute, sporty shoes. I LOVE these shoes so much, especially in the summer! I'm not a fan of open-toe shoes, so in the summer I would either wear flats or sporty shoes (Ked's/Converse). I personally like Ked's more than Converse because they're more simplistic and feminine and they suit my taste more. Dress them up, dress them down. Most importantly, they're VERY comfortable to walk in. These are my 1st pair and I'm definitely going to order more soon!</div>
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NUTELLA PANCAKES<br />
In the summer, I really love simple meals. One of the "meals" I've been cooking for myself are pancakes (especially for dinner... I don't know why!). I always have breakfast-food cravings for dinner. Been loving Nutella Pancakes!</div>
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- <a href="http://www.alexandani.com/cupcake-expandable-wire-bangle.html" target="_blank">Cupcake Charm Bracelet</a></div>
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I don't know about you, but I've always loved the Alex and Ani Bracelets. Lately, my favorites have been these 2 in my mini collection. The 1st one of the cupcake charm that I picked up in Las Vegas in one of their boutiques (I never knew they had actual boutiques! I was ecstatic when I saw it because I've always been to the counter ones in Nordstrom). Part of the proceeds for the cupcake is donated to a scoliosis foundation! My other favorite is the December Birthstone (Zircon) one. It adds a pop of color to my outfit AND it's a VERY beautiful stone. Love them very much!</div>
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Could we just take a moment and soak in how ADORABLE this flash drive is?!?! 8 GB, a good price, cuteness. What more could you ask for?!</div>
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Hobby of the Month: Designing!</div>
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I've always loved fashion designing and learning about the design industry/fabrics. A reason I love summer so much is the amount of free time I get to spend doing things I absolutely love. That's a sneak peek to my portfolio ;)</div>
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GUILTY PLEASURE!! I LOVE watching The Bachelor/The Bachelorette. I've discovered Kaitlyn's blog and I'm in love! Love her bubbly personality, her unique style, her posts. PLUS, can we just take a moment and congratulate her on her new engagement to Shawn Booth?! Such an adorable couple! Wishing them the brightest future :)</div>
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Movie of the Month: PAPERTOWNS</div>
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To be honest, I was expecting something more from this movie. (Haven't read the book yet). After watching The Fault in Our Stars last year, (which made me go on an emotional roller coaster), I was expecting this movie to somehow tear my feelings apart. But it didn't happen. However, it is an adorable movie and it has a different message to it. Seems that John Green has a unique message in every one of his books/movies. Liked it though!</div>
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I've ALWAYS been a huge fan of the Gardiner Sisters. They're not superstars but they're one of my favorite artists. They did this cover called "Hold Back the River" and I just loved the medley of their voices, especially for this song. I happen to love it more than the original song! Please check them out!</div>
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One of the best seasons for magazine sales is summer. At least, that's what I believe. The magazines stacked neatly in magazine holders near registers and on lines... The real temptation for our beach and poolside reads! </div>
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The magazine world has become so great that there's countless, fabulous magazines out there. Personally, I don't enjoy reading gossip magazines. Being an avid fashion enthusiast and magazine reader (especially in the summer), my personal favorites are Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and InStyle. Here's why: It seems that they're timeless magazines filled with pictures, fashion, and content! Here's a review of what I think about many of the fashion magazines out there. If YOU have any trouble choosing a subscription for one of the magazines, I highly suggest buying 1 issue of each and reading them over to see which fits your taste... but also read this guide! It might help :)</div>
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The 1st magazine that i ever subscribed to was Seventeen Magazine. At the time, I was about 10 years old. I loved the relatable articles and the youthfulness of the entire vibe of the magazine. Its articles aren't exactly timeless, however they do relate most to the younger generations. For example, they have this "Embarrassing Stories" Column where they have embarrassing teen stories, which helps teens realize that they aren't the only ones. Seventeen has tips for the beginners in fashion, beauty, health and other relatable topics new to teens. Lastly, its interviews are about heroes/survivors and the most popular celebrities sharing their hard journeys to their careers. It's definitely an outlet for teens to have a place to relate to. It's definitely targeted towards a younger audience.</div>
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One of the heaviest magazines I own! It seems that they have the MOST pictures. It mainly emphasizes fashion. It does contain a variety of interesting articles. However, I feel like ELLE is 80% pictures and sponsors from high-end brands. If you enjoy looking at pictures and carrying around a slightly heavier magazines, ELLE's your choice!</div>
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Now, not everyone would "subscribe" to this magazine because it's targeted towards bridezillas and wedding planners. However, it contains one of the MOST BEAUTIFUL PHOTOGRAPHY AND PICTURES that I have ever encountered. Flipping through the pages of this magazine makes me feel SO happy and joyful because 70% of it is wedding-related. However, there are dresses for parties in it too! It's a very clean and sharp, visually-appealing magazine. Easily, one of my favorites if you're very passionate about gowns and learning about the wedding side of fashion. It's simply a scrap-book like, perfect magazine!</div>
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Cosmopolitan is targeted towards an audience from late teens and older. It has modern pictures, promotes a lot of fashion brands, and contains easy, quick beauty tricks and recipes, and has very interesting articles from politics to fashion designers. Lots of variety. One of the most unique features about this magazine compared to other magazines is that the magazine focuses on healthy relationships ;)</div>
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I love Vogue SO much. One reason being the editor-in-chief is Anna Wintour, a fashion icon. This magazine has many pictures focusing on HIGH FASHION/COUTURE. Its pictures are so fantastic, sharp, and artsy that it can capture celebrities (Cara Delevingne, Pharrell, etc) in an artistic, antique setting, and you don't even notice that they're celebrities. You feel like they're just models capturing a vibe. It embraces the beauty and artistic features of fashion. Plus, every few pages is an actual article. I call it my Bible... IT'S ONE OF THE CLASSIEST MAGAZINES, and my favorites. :)</div>
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I haven't read glamour SO much to summarize the differences it holds. It's like a mix between Seventeen and Cosmo because it captures youthfulness (not THAT young though) AND glamorous, modern fashion. </div>
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I've always had a little place in my heart for this magazine because it's filled with content and the magazines seems to share equal sections relating to beauty, health, fashion and articles. Overall, it's a very REALISTIC magazine because the tips, tricks and advice are things you genuinely think about and can easily pull this tips into your actual life. </div>
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Hey Y'all! I'm determined to get back in the groove of blogging. Why not start with something I've recently done? So, recently, I've read "<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Perks-Being-Wallflower-Stephen-Chbosky/dp/1451696191/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1437248610&sr=1-1&keywords=perks+of+being+a+wallflower" target="_blank">the Perks of Being a Wallflower</a>," (I know, I know. Book and movie's been out for a while. I'm so late on the bandwagon). But I finally got the chance to read it! For me, it was a short and sweet book. It wasn't one of those deep, mind-blowing books out there. But it felt like I saw a friend (main character) Charlie, grow up and mentally mature over the course of a year or so. It was written in diary-entry form, so it's similar to a collection of personal anecdotes. Although the concoction of anecdotes seems to have no exact focus point, it functions as an insight into Charlie's thoughts. Charlie, just like an other teenager, thinks and encounters all types of circumstances and writes about anything that he's thinking of. He's an incoming 9th grader who undergoes normal teenage thoughts: siblings, academics, parties, girl trouble, and social problems. </div>
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Beauty Blenders... All of us beauty fanatics have the hype for the beauty blender and how magical it is. Here's the real question: Is it REALLY worth it? Or is it overrated?<br />
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First of all, I've used the Beauty Blender and the knock-off sponges shaped like a beauty blender. Personally, I always have cakey foundation on whenever I apply it with a brush... Or the foundation may be a shade off but you can tell the big difference between your face and neck/chest. Also, I hate it when the foundation on my nose gets really cakey (one of the most oily areas of my face). So it's very hard to get a balance for it to not look cakey, but also have the flawless, "real" finish. So I decided to try sponges...<br />
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First, I tried the knock-off beauty blender shaped sponges. I wasn't amazed at the results at all. Worst of all, I felt like the sponges got dirtier and dirtier inside because the bacteria/leftover foundation (even after a few washes) would roughen the sponge. If you decide to not use your sponge for nearly a month, it becomes as hard as a rock... <br />
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One day, when I was strolling down the aisles of the black tiles at Sephora, I decided to pick up the Beauty Blender. I didn't have high expectations, however the hype motivated me to try it out. As soon as I got home, I wet the pink dome-shaped sponge, My first reaction: My goodness, its size multiplied by SO much... It probably increase and became 3 times its original size. It was also VERY squishy, bouncy and soft. I was shocked by how soft and bouncy it felt. After applying foundation on with it, I fell in LOVE with the beauty blender. The dewiness of the sponge brought a natural dewiness to the effect of the foundation. Instead of having a complete matte finish (looking dead) or a cakey finish (looking oil), it made my skin look REAL. I felt as if the dewiness allowed my actual skin to peak through the foundation. It also made my foundation last longer and left a flawless finish.<br />
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Overall, I was VERY satisfied with the results. Some products are overhyped, but definitely not this one (in my opinion). As long as you keep it clean and wash it periodically, it'll be in great shape. I think it's one of the best investments in makeup I've made. Although one sponge may cost $19, it lasts for a very long time and the results will amaze you. (So far, I've been using it for a little over a month... still in great condition aside from the foundation stains) Because of my love for this product, I've even applied concealer and under-eye brighteners with it. Best of all, it doesn't make my under-eye concealer/brighteners crease. Whenever I applied it with a brush, my under-eye area seemed cakey and sometimes creased... however using the beauty blender allowed my makeup to effortlessly blend with my skin, having a smooth and real finish.<br />
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PS. #AskCat emails can be emailed to me at theesparklecorner@gmail.com (no personal info will be revealed. I simply answer your question over a blog post, hoping to help someone else out who has the same question)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-84046978578857282402015-03-06T21:34:00.002-08:002015-08-16T14:21:11.347-07:00♡ Save Time Choosing Outfits! #TimelessTricks ♡<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We can spend an hour trying to figure out what outfit to wear . There's so many different factors we have to consider! From the weather, the temperature, hours needed to spend in the outfit, to our moods and favorite statement pieces, we struggle with picking out the right outfit. But why not save this hour and shorten it to a maximum of 15 minutes?<br />
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During my freshman year of high school, I used to spend 30 minutes trying to pick out an outfit to wear for school. All throughout my life, I had to wear the same uniform every day to school. As a fashion lover, picking out the right outfit and the right accessories was crucial in defining my mood for the day. However, these 30 minutes would be taken out of my bedtime. I soon realized that if I can only take 5-10 minutes to pick out my outfit, I would gain 20 more minutes to sleep! Personally, I can function without caffeine, but not without enough sleep. So, I figured out a few solutions that I use to shorten my outfit-choosing process.<br />
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1. Pick Outfit out the night before school.<br />
This is probably the easiest solution for beginners. Instead of waking up and spending 30 minutes to pick out your outfit, then realizing you don't like it and change it (while also running late) can be one of the most stressful things that can happen to you in a day. Picking out an outfit at night will let you sleep better overnight because you won't have that stressful factor of not knowing what to wear in the morning! It eliminates unnecessary stress while improving your quality of sleep!<br />
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2. Weekend Planning<br />
I always try to set aside 45 minutes every weekend to completely clean my room and organize my closet for the week. If I had the spare time, I would hang complete outfits on hangers and hang them in order in my closet, so that they're handy and easily accessed throughout the week. Keep in mind, I consider the weather/temperature, events/presentations that I'll be attending. I also have plan Bs for those days where you debate whether to wear a dress or leggings.<br />
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3. OOTD Pictures<br />
I'm sure we've all heard of OOTD (Outfit-Of-The-Day) Pictures all over social media. However, this method does not require you to upload them to the internet. You can take pictures of your outfits for personal use! Simply take a picture of every single outfit you would wear over the course of a few weeks. Soon, you'll have an entire ALBUM of outfits to choose from! It'll be your own look-book! Whenever you want to choose an outfit, you can easily access these pictures for a general idea of your outfit, then tweak it here and there (shoes, accessories, etc) to make it a new look! Easy!<br />
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These are my top 3 suggestions. Let's stop the unnecessary stress!<br />
Hope this helped!<br />
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PS. Personal questions/advice needed? Email me at theesparklecorner@gmail.com! Your question may be my next blog post! (All senders will be anonymous!) #AskCatUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-66107364844669343372015-02-14T18:27:00.002-08:002015-08-16T14:21:22.100-07:00♡ Self-Therapy #FLYFebruary ♡<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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To me, what makes a day relaxing (no matter how stressful it can be) is the self-therapy that I give myself at the end of the day. We may have an entire schedule filled, but to have a reward at the end of the day for consuming yourself in so much work is something that brings an element of sparkle into my day.<br />
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Self-therapy is anything that can bring happiness to your day and not just make you feel productive, maybe stressed, but also happy. Some days, we have a day that goes wrong, which is important to have self-therapy. No matter what goes wrong, you'll know that you had your dash of self-therapy, alone time, a time where you just relaxed and ignored the world while staying in tune with yourself.<br />
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I usually squeeze a span of self therapy at the end of the day. Mine lasts 30 minutes. I'm always the most awake at night, so feeling relaxed at the end of the day offers a giant element of happiness to my life and gives me better sleep. My <b>dose of alone time and peace</b> consists of either doodling, painting, or reading a book/magazine. In a world filled with technology and on-going notifications and texts, we tend to lose ourselves in the social media world. So I dedicate my alone time with no disturbances by leaving my phone, laptop, tablet, etc. in the living room and going somewhere else to 'treat myself.' I feel like this is a reward for me and keeps me relaxed. No matter how busy I am throughout the day, this calms me down and keeps me at a peaceful state of mind.<br />
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Self-therapy doesn't need to be reading, drawing, or staying away from technology. It can be eating a macaroon, exercising, taking a bath, or wrapping the day up with 1 episode of your favorite tv show (just 1 though! we don't all have the time in the world). </div>
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This sprinkle of self-fulfillment and happiness is a part of this month's theme: <b>#FLYFebruary</b> (First Love Yourself). It adds to the element of mental, social and physical relaxation. Although your day might've been the "worst day of your life," it's still worth living.</div>
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You should try adding this self-therapy to your day's schedule! It could range from a few minute of meditation to a 45 minutes episode! It can be the 1st thing to start your day or the last thing to wrap up your day!</div>
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PS. An upcoming post is going to deal with morning sleepiness ;)</div>
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Got questions? Need advice? Ask anonymously? Email me at theesparklecorner@gmail.com with <b>#AskCat</b> for your question to be the next post on my blog! (All questions will be named anonymous unless stated otherwise)</div>
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Hi luvies! I bet being done with midterms is a huge reliever! Now that February (the month of Valentine's Day) is starting, I'd like to start off this month with a crucial message everyone needs to understand.<br />
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Today, social media has shaped our society where everyone has a specific standard to "beauty." Being beautiful apparently means piling yourself with tons of makeup, wearing six inch stilettos every day, and starving yourself to achieve a perfect waistline. But doesn't maintaining a fake persona every single day tire you out? In this era, everyone has problems, whether it be physical, mental, or social. So what if you have panic attacks? So what if you have acne? So what if you have uneven skin tones? So what if you have a giant birthmark? We all have our own flaws, whether it be seen or unseen. <b>Despite these flaws, there's always someone who will love you. But it has to start with loving yourself. True love is being accepted for who YOU are. </b><br />
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To start off the New Years, I thought I would share something fun and personal on my blog! So, here's my top 8 pet peeves! :)<br />
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1.) Honk-Honk at the Dinner Table/Sneezing or Coughing w/o covering the mouth</div>
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When people blow their nose REALLY loud, which ends up sounding like a horn more than a nose, <br />
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2.) Wearing flip flops everywhere.</div>
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3.) Casually Revealing Cleavage everyday? No thanks.</div>
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If you're trying that hard to get someone's attention, that person doesn't deserve your attention. Also, I think you shouldn't feel the need to show your cleavage in order to show confidence. My motto: A girl being classy and yourself is sexy.<br />
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4.) Messy Lockers</div>
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Having messy lockers gets on my nerves. There's SO many people who could have neater lockers simply by having a locker shelf or by placing their books nicely in their lockers. Can't you just take a few seconds to place your items in your locker instead of shoving it in there? Whenever I see a messy locker, my hands just want to go in and fix everything.<br />
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5.) I "Don't" See You</div>
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6.) My phone is my dinner date.</div>
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7.) I'm SO bored.</div>
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In my world, there's no such thing as being bored. There's a million different things you could be doing! The difference is whether you WANT to do something or you just want to lie around. Even if you are lying around, you're relaxing and meditating which doesn't count as being bored. Being bored is not knowing what to do... My next blog post might be about things to do when you're bored... But hey, life is short. Don't ever be bored.<br />
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8.) No enthusiasm.<br />
When someone has no enthusiasm to ANYTHING gets on my nerves. It's like, what's the point in life when you don't enjoy anything at all? You must have a passion/show enthusiasm for at least one thing... or else you've wasted the few years of your life already.<br />
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Hope you had fun reading this post! Just wanted to share a personal post to start the New Years!</div>
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xxx, C</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8084595660099793492.post-73717627734658321612014-12-26T14:04:00.002-08:002015-07-23T20:20:46.964-07:00Homemade S'mores!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A great holiday/wintery dessert are homemade s'mores! I love making these and sharing it with the family. It tastes so good and it's so easy to make! (If you are a child, please have an adult supervisor to watch you make your s'mores!)<br />
- I recommend reading this process before performing it!<br />
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- Graham Crackers (I used Lorna Doone crackers instead cause I ran out of Graham Crackers).<br />
- Large Marshmallows<br />
- Pieces of chocolate of your choice (Milk, White, or Dark chocolate!)<br />
- A flame (I used a candle cause I don't have any other way of accessing a flame... Just be careful with the wax. Don't want you to be eating wax!)<br />
- a barbecue stick<br />
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1. Lay your Graham Crackers out on a plate.<br />
2. Break your chocolate bar into pieces of chocolate.<br />
3. Stick a marshmallow on a barbecue stick.<br />
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4. Hold your marshmallow over the flame (DO NOT get any wax on your marshmallow or else it will not be edible). Evenly distribute the flame around your marshmallow for that crispy, burnt look.<br />
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5. Place your marshmallow over the flame on a single spot. The marshmallow will then catch a flame and it will start burning itself. When you have enough of the marshmallow burnt, blow out the flame on your marshmallow and place the marshmallow on the graham cracker.<br />
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QUICKLY reach for a chocolate piece and squish it onto the marshmallow so that the marshmallow will be able to slightly melt together with the chocolate.<br />
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Finito: You're done with your s'mores! Just repeat this process a few times and you'll have a plate of chocolatey goodness!!<br />
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I hope you guys enjoy your winter with this sweet dessert! Share this with your family and friends!</div>
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Stay Warm,</div>
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xoxo, C</div>
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We all have our tough and dragging days. But don't let that be your life. The only way to make life not boring and full of meaning is to be happy. To start off the upcoming New Years, I thought this could be added into your New Year's Resolution List: Be Happy! Here's a few remedies:<br />
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1. Get involved with something new! Experiment! Get occupied! Instead of sitting home and looking at the blank sky on a rainy day, try cooking/baking something new! Reorganize your closet. Try painting and sculpting. The point is, try something new. It's not about being good at it. It's about enjoying the adventure and the process of experiencing something new!<br />
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2. Start everyday with a new, inspiring quote. It'll bring up your spirits and encourage you to live life to the fullest! There's so many Instagram accounts, Pinterest posts and twitter tweets floating around the internet filled with inspiring quotes!<br />
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3. Take pictures of the happiest moments in your life! On a boring day, you'll be able to look through your pictures and create a day of memories. Or, spend your day building a scrapbook! Get creative.<br />
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4. Pamper yourself every once in a while! Done with finals? Go on a shopping spree or rewards yourself with something! Work super hard to get rewarded!<br />
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5. Curl up with a book! It's a way to become captivated in an adventure other than your life!<br />
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6. Start a diary! Write about your life for future memories!<br />
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7. Do a DIY craft!<br />
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Happy New Years!<br />
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As a person who loves using and organizing agendas, I have a lot of experience and I have a set system I've used for nearly 3 years already. I've always preferred agendas over tech-calendars/planners just because it's much easier to customize. This system keeps me on task while not spending a crazy amount of time trying to figure out the symbols or colors to use when I'm writing down each task, especially considering the limited amount of time you have between classes. </div>
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I would suggest for you to use symbols/colors YOU are used to. This can allow you to have a smoother transition into this organization system :)</div>
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1. Agenda- I'm using the Lily Pulitzer Agenda. It has lots of space for you to write homework, tasks and to dos. And the pattern is just super fun and cute :) The organization in the agenda itself is already neatly organized so your work is cut out for you. Choose an agenda that works well for YOU!<br />
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- TARGET has GREAT agendas!! A lot of the agendas can be very affordable there (unlike Staples)</div>
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Ever run out of space on your to-do list? POST ITS are your answer! This is an easy way to continue your list of daily tasks, as well as keeping reminders around!<br />
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2. PENS! COLORFUL PENS AND COMFORTABLE PENS!- My favorites are the BIC Crystal 1.6 mm pens. They have a thick point which creates super smooth writing and makes your handwriting look flawless. I personally only use about 4 colors (at most). The Staedtler 0.3 mm have fine tips (Great for detail) but it does get a bit bulky when you have a limited amount of space in your purse. So I keep the Staedtlers at home</div>
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3. Highlighters! - I love the Sharpie and BIC highlighters. It's best if you don't use dark colors, they can look dull and are not as appealing to the eyes as neons (especially when you're looking at important reminders). But, if you're attracted to the darker shades, go for it!!</div>
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First of all, I always keep a key around (this is great for you beginners out there!) I use this for my symbol/color-coding system. </div>
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Here's Mine:</div>
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Since I don't like to carry around so many pens, I usually only use a black, pink, and blue pen along with yellow and blue highlighter since those 2 colors are the colors I use most. </div>
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Here's a sample of my calendar:</div>
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I write in black for all the school tests, projects, and other academic tasks. </div>
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The projects are highlighted in pink. </div>
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I write in purple for all of the school's events (Meetings, special dates, etc.)</div>
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I write in pink for all the special extra-curricular events not related to school + personal events.</div>
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Here's an Overview of one of my weeks:</div>
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I ALWAYS use little boxes to check off each task everyday. A sense of accomplishment by checking off each box motivates me!</div>
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I use the same color-coding system on this from my calendar. Pink highlighter for projects/long term homework.</div>
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Yellow highlighter for tests/quizzes.</div>
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Arrows for events/tests moved to another date.</div>
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(My system is summarized in the key in the beginning of my agenda!)</div>
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YOU CAN DO THIS PEEPS, AS LONG AS COMMIT YOURSELF TO IT!</div>
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ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE</div>
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Later alligators :)</div>
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Hey girlies, here's a review of one of my favorite products! It's the Maybelline 24 Hour Color Tattoos! They have such a wide range of colors and they've been in stores for a very long time already. These products definitely deserve the popularity they already have. These products are so worth your buy too! They last for such a long time and are affordable! (Available at drugstores, target, etc.) (Around $7-10 per shadow)<br />
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I personally love this product and my review will be based on what I experienced with this product :)<br />
So, first off I have normal eyelids but they sometimes do get oily at the end of the day.<br />
These products come in such flattering colors, both in colorful eyeshadows and in neutrals. I personally love the neutrals more.<br />
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I used this product without a primer and these DO last 24 hours since they're CREAM EYESHADOWS. I know it's bad to keep makeup on overnight, but for the sake of this post I tested it out. My goodness, it lasts for such a long time, at least 20 hours. They sometimes last after a few swims, and crease on a regular day after about 7 hours.<br />
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I wouldn't recommend using this product with a brush because it wouldn't create a smooth application. Instead, use your fingers and wipe it on your lids for the ultimate effect. It looks very flattering on all eye colors and it's great both as a base and when it's worn by itself. You can apply it super fast- a swipe of a finger and you could be done with your eyeshadow!<br />
I have to say, if you don't like shimmery colors these eyeshadows won't satisfy your taste (After all, these are named "metal" eyeshadows).<br />
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These are my swatches and a preview of the colors I'm reviewing today:<br />
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So, here are the eyeshadow pots that I tried out:<br />
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1. This is one of the lightest colors they have. It is "Too Cool." This is a pearl, shimmery white color. It's almost like a silver, glowing white color. This is a great color for the summer if you want to wear it alone. I have dark brown eyes and a tanner, yellow toned skin color so this was very bright and light for my lids. It stood out from all the makeup that I'd usually wear. If you want something that stands out, this is the color for you (unless you have paler toned skin). It's a great highlight color too.</div>
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2. This is one of my ultimate favorites. It's called "Inked In Pink." It's a shimmery, rose gold eyeshadow that's slightly more pink (not as pink as this photo). The color is very similar to "Sin" from the Naked palette, but of course more pigmented since it's a cream shadow. It compliments my skin tone very well. I believe this color is great for all skin tones. It's great for those people who want a subtle, shimmery, pretty, flush of color. I definitely recommend this color for all you peeps out there!!</div>
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3. This is called "Bad to the Bronze." This is a very versatile color, suitable for all skin tones and eye colors. It's a basic neutral color. I'd recommend this if you want to pick up 1 color and try it out. This color and my next color :). Anyways, this is a pale gold color with shimmer. It also has tiny hints of pink. </div>
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4. Ah this was my first shadow that I picked up from this line. It's "Barely Branded." One of my favorite colors because it blends into my skin very well. It gives a nice bronzy look to your eyelids. it's a great everyday neutral color. It's a golden brown bronze color. A nice glow on your lids under the sun is just such an amazing effect.</div>
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5. Oh we meet again! This is "Edgy Emerald." This deceiving color was one of my least favorites. It'll probably look nice with paler toned colors but it didnt look great on me. As y'all know I have tanner asian skin. It didn't look flattering at all! It's not as shimmery as the other neutrals. In the pot it looks more of an aqua with gold and emerald undertones. But once you apply it and swatch it, it's flat out green with gold undertones. For me, I worked with it and the only way it looked nice was when I used it as a base and did some crease color with some neutrals. I'll have to work with it more but so far, I'm not liking this color.</div>
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To all the girls and ladies out there~<br />
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Ever have dozens of bows and hair clips just lying around the house? Lying all over your dresser? Well, I've come up with an idea that can easily organize your hair clips! It's simple, affordable, and a very EASY DIY! Customizable too!</div>
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1. Transparent Glass Cup (Large enough to hold your hair accessories)</div>
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1. You want to prepare and buy your cup! Usually, you can find these cups anywhere but the cheapest I've found are at dollar stores and in craft stores (AC Moore, Michael's, etc.) Now, you want to decorate your cup to what you want it to look like. You can place stickers on the outside! That's the easiest way to decorate it. Customize it and make it your own by spelling out your name on it! Stickers are your best friend. As for the cup, I chose this wine-like glass to give my room a more elegant vibe. :) Here's my cup:</div>
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2. Now you're basically done with decorating your cup. Next, you want to gather all your hair clips and bows! </div>
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3. You want to start with your mini bows and clips. Start by clipping them along the rim of your cup! You can clip it by random order or even color code it! The ones that I can clip along the rim have this type of clip on the back of the bows-</div>
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4. Next, you can just layer your large hair clips and bows in a bundle or keep it together and place it inside of your cup! You basically place all the clips you have left inside your glass.</div>
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Right there is a super simple and affordable way to organize all those bows and flower clips. It's easy to reach for too! </div>
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Hope you guys had a great time making this DIY and hope that it helped with your organization! You can even use this idea as a present for someone. It saves space on your dresser AND it's so pretty/presentable!</div>
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