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Some New Beauty Favorites

Some New Beauty Favorites

My beauty routine often becomes very monotonous. I can typically get through the process while my mind goes through the errands I need to run, the diapers I need to order and the emails I need to send. I look up and my face is…

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Fun with Nails

Fun with Nails

I’m not one to get nail art on a manicure no matter how hard they push their flowers on me at the salon. Actually, it’s very rare that I even get a manicure done at the salon because they’ll last a whole day and a half on my…

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My first Birchbox

My first Birchbox

Last week I received my very first Birchbox and was giddy with excitement while going through it. My daily routine rarely changes and this is in large part due to the fact that I hate spending money on products that I never know…

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My week in Pink

My week in Pink

Happy Friday everyone! Hoping you all have a fun weekend ahead. I on the other hand, will be attending a funeral for an uncle that suddenly passed away. He’s leaving behind his wife, three children/spouses and ten grandchildren.…

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To Ombre or not?

To Ombre or not?

Although my hairstyle has changed over the years, I’ve basically always had highlighted locks. I’m not sure how long the ombre trend will last, but I’m very tempted to give it a try. Highlights require a lot of maintenance and…

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