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Today I enjoyed watching storm clouds roll in while I was playing outside with my daughter. Mostly, I enjoyed watching the amazement in her eyes. I can’t blame her for being captivated because it was a beautiful storm. I wish my pictures did it justice.
About thirty seconds after I shot this photo it poured down. We had a blast!
The Fall Fashionista Giveaway Event is hosted by The Chief Blonde at Still Blonde After All These Years and Katy from ModlyChic. All Fashion! Only FASHION event! Largest Fashion Giveaway event on the internet with $26,000+ in prizes, 100+ participating blogs and 3/4 million entries. Each individual blog has a minimum of $125 prize!
The FALL Fashionista Events Grand Prize is $500 PayPal (worldwide where allowed by law). For every giveaway in the Fall Fashionista Event that you enter, you gain one entry toward the Fall Fashionista Grand Prize. 1 Grand Prize winner will receive $500 PayPal cash. 1 first prize winner will receive $300 gift certificate to Midnight Velvet Clothing. Fabulous, right?
My prize is a $150 J.Jill gift card and is sponsored by me! Non-USA winners can choose either $150 Amazon.ca Gift Code or $150 Paypal.
Update: After 377,589 entries, we have a winner! Diane E. Congrats, Diane!
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If you’re ever feeling unmotivated, down in the dumps, angry or just plain crummy, go and take a walk. It’s a fabulous way to hit the reset button on your emotions. There’s something about getting moving, being in nature, and getting away from distractions of life that can help you get over any emotional hump. Even if you’re in a good mood it will raise your spirits even higher.
Today, enjoy the beauty of a walk.
Now that the bi-annual Ulta Beauty 21 Days of Beauty Steals is over I have to say, wasn’t that fun? I’ll admit, I probably bought too much. Did I really need 5 more bottles of butter London nail polish? No, absolutely not…but the colors are gorgeous! I’ll have to show them to you soon. It’s always a bit exhilarating getting a steal but especially when it comes to beauty products because those deals seem few and far between.
One thing that I didn’t buy but wish I did and am still contemplating is an Ulta Beauty exclusive. Their Color Me Automatic Foundation Applicator Universal Starter Kit has me smitten. It just sounds great!
With its pulsating sponge, Color Me applies foundation quickly and virtually effortlessly for a smooth, almost retouched look.
The results are extraordinary: In a clinical study, most women reported cutting application time in half – and 70% of women reported an immediate improvement in makeup evenness.
Apply powder over liquid or cream for best coverage results. See quick start guide for detailed instructions.
The Color Me Kit Includes:
It retails for $54 but if it does what it promises, it’s worth it, right? It works with either liquid or powder foundations and it’s current customer rating is a 4.6 out of 5.
Even though I’ll have to pay for mine, you might not have to because Ulta Beauty is allowing me to give away 5 Color Me Automatic Foundation Kits!
US residents 18+ can enter via the Rafflecopter widget below. Good luck!
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Starting today and lasting through the month of October, I’ll be participating in The Nester’s 31 Days series. Each day I’ll share a little bit about Embracing the Beauty in the Everyday of life. I hope you’ll join me in this journey!
Day 1 – Beauty Of a Book
Day 5 – The Beauty of a Walk
Day 7 – The Beauty of Childhood
Day 8 – Happiness and Beauty
Day 10 – A Beautiful Storm
This month’s theme is Embracing the Beauty in the Everyday. The everyday things of life can be beautiful but too often we’re too busy to slow down and see them. This month I want to purposefully slow down and reflect on something each day that we can be thankful for and see the beauty in.
Today’s everyday moment for me was enjoying a warm cup of tea while reading a good book. Do you realize what a blessing it is to even be able to read? It does my soul good to remember that while I take reading for granted many, many people in the world today can’t read. Think about that for a moment and really let it sink in. While my words my not be profound and they sure aren’t the most eloquent you’ll ever read it is still an enormous privilege that you can read them. Most certainly not because they’re mine but because you have the ability to read.
Have you ever noticed the magic that happens when you give books to children? Their smiles widen and their eyes sparkle and dance as their imagination awakens.
As adults we can lose that enchantment as we’re forced to read dry text books and long legal documents but reading can take us anywhere and make us become anything we want to be.
Can you tell I’m passionate about reading? Being a busy mom of two I don’t have time to pour into books like I did before but I still manage to sneak a book or two in every month.
One of my recent favorites is pictured above. I had the honor of being asked to write an endorsement for this book and after reading it I was more than pleased to do so. It’s an refreshingly honest and immensely encouraging book. Here’s what it’s Amazon description says,
Do regret and shame over your failures, sins, and shortcomings make you wonder how you could ever be loved, much less used, by a holy God? Tracie Miles felt the same way until she discovered the path to healing, peace, and significance.
She helps you recognize that God not only has a purpose for you, but He has prepared you for your divine purpose based specifically on the experiences of your past.
If you’re looking for a new book to enjoy, this is a great pick! Plus, it’s on sale right now on Amazon from $14.99 to only $11.09.
Whatever you’re reading right now, slow down and be thankful for the opportunity to.
Have a beautiful day!
Dress: J.Jill currently on sale for only $44.99 from $79 | Cardigan: Worthington from JCPenney currrently on sale for $24.99 from $36 | Necklace: Liz Claiborne from JCPenney currently on sale for $21 from $30 |Nails: Crabtree & Evelyn in Almond $6
Happy Monday! Today, I am wearing one of my favorite dresses that J.Jill sent me (currently on sale for just $49.99 from $79.00). The bold geometric pattern is perfect for summer and will still be great as we head into fall. I thought about adding a pop of color to my outfit but decided to play it more low-key with some matching black sandals, black jewelry, and cardigan.
What are you wearing right now in between seasons?
It’s that time of year again! It’s time for the bi-annual Ulta Beauty 21 Days of Beauty Steals! It’s back and you can score some killer deals on the hottest beauty products! The sale started on Sunday and every day they will feature deals in store and online. Each deal and event will last for one day only, so plan ahead and check back often.
You can take a look at the full calendar on Ulta Beauty’s website. I’ll be shopping this sale online since I’m sure the stores will sell out of the items fast. Get your wallets ready, this is going to be good! Here are my favorites from the sale:
Week 1
Friday 9/12 – Smashbox 24-Hour Shadow Primer $10 (reg. $20, Ulta.com) – I love Shashbox primers. They are worth every penny and at 50% off, it’s a huge steal!
Saturday 9/13 – butter LONDON 2 for $15 (reg $15, Ulta.com) – This is great one, guys. I’m a big fan of butter London and this is a phenomenal price. Shop early for the best selection!
Week 2
Sunday 9/14 – Tarte Lights Camera Lashes! Mascara $10 (reg $20, Ulta.com) – This is a great one!! If you don’t buy anything else, buy this! You won’t be sorry. I have a review of this product in the works right now. : ) It’s good, trust me!
Monday 9/15 – LORAC Front of the Line Pro Liner 50% off (reg $23, Ulta.com) – This is a lovely liquid eyeliner with a felt tip. If you’re a fan of liquid eyeliners or if you’ve wanted to give them a try now is the time!
Wednesday 9/17 – Clarisonic BOGO Brush Heads BOGO (reg $27, Ulta.com) – I’ve been putting off buying a new Clarisonic brush head and I’m so glad I did. I’ll be stocking up on Wednesday!
Thursday 9/18 – Too Faced Shadow Insurance 50% off (reg $20, Ulta.com) – I’ve wanted to try this for a while so I might take advantage of the 50% off sale and give it a try. It’s Too Faced, how could I go wrong?
Week 3
Friday 9/19 – Urban Decay Naked Beauty Balm (reg $34, Ulta.com) – I’m all about BB creams lately instead of pure foundations. I think I might have to try this!
Wednesday 9/24 – Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel 50% off (reg $22, Ulta.com) – When it comes to brow products, Anastasia is tops. I highly recommend all of their gels, powders, etc. etc.
Thursday 9/25 – Stila One Step Correct Primer $20 (reg $36, Ulta.com) – This is a fabulous primer that calms your skin if you’re prone to redness and irritation.
Friday 9/26 – IT Cosmetics No-Tug Waterproof Gel Eyeliner $10 (reg $22, Ulta.com) – I absolutely adore IT Cosmetics’ make up and brushes but I’ve never tried their eyeliners. For $10, why not, right?
Check out ALL of the great deals on Ulta.com! Happy shopping!
What deal are you most looking forward to?
