This mascara is weird, so I've actually walked away from it several times over the last year or so, but I always come back. Why is it weird? Well, it forms little tubes around your eye lashes, so when it gets submerged in water, it just peels off. But it doesn't run - like AT ALL!
Read moreMonat: Life Changing Hair Products
I'm all about a gimmick and I'll try just about any product at least once. So when my friend, Melanie, began selling Monat hair products, of course I had to see what all the fuss was about.
Read moreHalo Top: The Sassy Treat
I love any product with a bit of sass, and Halo Top ice cream takes the cake. Packed with lots of protein and not many calories, it beacons you to not stop eating until you hit the bottom and to forgo your bowl.
Read moreQuip: Routine, Technique, Upkeep
A few years ago my dentist informed me that I needed to start taking better care of my teeth. Until that point, I was somebody who never flossed, and pretty much just brushed my teeth in the morning, but I'd only ever had one cavity so I didn't have much motivation to change my habits. I know, that's probably grossing some people out, but I've gotten better, I promise :) Much of my improved dental hygiene is thanks to Quip!
Read moreDawn
For about six months I used to wake up promptly at 5:00 a.m., before the day began, before dawn. It's been almost five years since I was that newlywed living in a little, old apartment on a familiar side of town. I'd get up early, drag myself a quarter-mile down the hill to the paved neighborhood trail, and I'd walk. I'd also listen to sermons. And I'd pray.
Read moreThe Fine Art of Making Hard Decisions
I had my dream job. I had my dream boss. I had fought my way to where I was. I had my plan. I was living that plan. And all of a sudden, it was gone.
Read moreBrighten's Nursery
This post has been a long time coming. When we moved into our house in 2013, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with the small, back room. Originally we used it as an office for Jason, but I assured him that as soon as we had a child, he'd get kicked out.
Read moreDear Jessica, on your 17th birthday
Dear Jessica, on your 17th birthday:
First of all, happy birthday! Ten years from now you will still love celebrating birthdays just as much. However, in about four years you'll learn that it's just as much fun to celebrate the people you love. You're good at giving gifts and making people feel special and you will eventually learn to embrace that about yourself.
Read moreGold Scissors & the Birthday Girl
So, I've been a little slacky with my Friday Favorites over the last month. Whoops! That just means I have to pick up the pace for the rest of the year.
Read moreMaster Makeover
It's been over two years since I've posted anything about our house. But by how terrible my back feels and how amazing our master bedroom and bathroom look, I can't help but share!
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