What I'm Thankful For...

"My life isn't perfect but I am thankful for everything that I have" 
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This time of year I really try and think of what I am thankful for. It's not about the food I get to stuff my face with, or making a Christmas list or buying gifts for people for me. OF COURSE I love that but that's not what's important. This year was one of the best years yet for me. I am extremely happy, my family is healthy and has grown closer than ever. My friends are all still amazing and I am so thankful for all my friendships I have.. I have also made some new friends! I can genuinely say I can count on every single person in my life no questions asked! 

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Health is something that has been an important to me this year.. after loosing Kate I really want to make sure I am healthy (Even though you can't stop breast cancer from coming) but I've keeping up on my Dr's appointments, thinking twice what I put into my body, trying to workout, stay active. etc 

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My family went through a scary incident this year. My Nana got really sick with MRSA but she bounced back fairly quickly and I am so thankful for that! We all learned from what happened and my family is just very aware and more in tune with one another especially her! She learned to text :) 

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I don't have to boast about how thankful I am for Derrick... but I AM. He's amazing and we share an awesome healthy life together! His family has become my family and vice versa, we are all very lucky to have one another. 

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Being Thankful is something you should feel all the time not just this time of year. Today we get so wrapped up in what we don't have or what we wish we had etc, but we should all try and just be content with our lives.. If your not satisfied with your life it's your responsibly to change it. I did that a couple years ago and it was the best thing I've ever done... and I am thankful for that strength that I have mentally! 

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 Being able to use my creativity in different ways is something I am thankful for. I started this blog to help get some ideas off my chest in hopes people will like it! I also took a lot of crafty classes this year that I really enjoyed doing with friends!  

I wish everyone a healthy and happy holiday season! We are all about to become busy but just remember to take a few minutes a day and just realize how thankful YOU are for everything in your life!

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Some other things I am thankful for...

Thankful for my positive outlook on life.

Thankful for my home

Thankful for my job 

Thankful for my vacations I've taken this year 

Thankful for Being safe and healthy this year.
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New favorite things!

Leopard Print Kimono

Found this on Amazon. I thought it would be a great fall piece.. its lightweight and very stylish The fabric is not sheer, unlike a lot of kimonos! .You can wear with leggings or jeans. They have a few different prints and it was only $16.99

BUY IT HERE 

Optical Illusion Complexion Primer

WOW- I am so in love with this primer. I actually didn't buy it. I did a primer swap with a friend of mine. This one didn't work out for her, but it definitely works for me. I have been wearing this non stop. This legit instantly blurs your skin like you have a airbrush filter on your face!  It's velvety soft, lightweight and dries as a matte finish. When this runs out I will purchase it for sure. Thanks Lindsay!! 

BUY IT HERE

Pillow Covers 

I am A HUGE fan of pillow covers. I think its a great way to swap out your decor without spending a ton of money. Decorative pillows can be expensive! I found these on Amazon. The black ones came in a two pack! Both are a linen blend. They look great on my bed! 

BUY THE BLACK ONES HERE

BUY LOVE ONE HERE

Custom Book Stacks

My friend Sam had these in her home and I thought they were so nice... so I got these made for Derrick's sister and brother in law they just bought a new house so I wanted to get them something cute for their new place. You can get anything you want on them!  I found these on Etsy and she loved them! They look so good on her mantel above the fireplace! I will be purchasing for my house down the road for sure! 

BUY IT HERE

Bed Head Blow Out Dryer

WOW- I don't know how I didn't get this sooner, its a game changer- ditched the straightener this does it all and gives my Asian hair incredible volume! It really is salon results! Get yourself this one!

BUY IT HERE

Bathroom Wall Decor

I recently redid the decor in my bathroom to black and gray.. My friend had bought this for her home and I LOVED it so much I got one for myself!  This website has A LOT of cute wall decor for the home. I plan on buying more in the future!! 

BUY IT HERE

MY skincare

I've never been one for an extensive skincare routine, mainly because I'm lazy AF in the AM & PM, but I have learned that your skin needs care even when it looks good! I have struggled with my skin for a very long time. It's not perfect by any means! I breakout, I have scarring, I have oil, the occasional inflammation pimples,  the list goes on. This year a really tried to focus on my skin and take it seriously, and honestly I should have done this WAY sooner in life. I was always one to try new products all the time then switch them out and I WAS NOT HELPING MYSELF OUT AT ALL. I have finally found a skincare routine that works for me... 

 I started to get facials. Its money but it's worth it! I see a woman who uses all natural products that has really helped me out, plus she gives the best scalp massage :) 

I spend money on my skincare, my skin does not allow me to just buy from CVS or Target. I do use one though I'll get into that. The Mario Badescu line really works for me. 

I use more than just a face-wash. I used 2 different ones I switch off daily, I used a facial spray, toner, vitamin c serum. face-masks, and moisturizer. I wash my face before bed every single night! EVEN WHEN IM DRUNK!

I make sure to drink water. You might think its not important but it is! 

I go through my makeup more, and clean my brushes!

Derma Rolling has helped me a bit. I bought one off Amazon. I try to do this every few weeks! You just have to make sure you really clean it! 

St. Ives Acne Control Wash- I use this in the morning when I take a shower. It's a scrub but a nice feeling one! Smells great too! Only one I can get at Target!

Mario Badescu- Acne Facial Cleanser- I use this every night when I wash my face. 

Mario Badescu- Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater- I will spray this on my face after a wash it. It leaves it feeling very nice! This can help reduce the redness of irritated skin. 

Mario Badescu- Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea- I will use this when I need hydration to my skin! I used this a lot last winter. I will switch back and forth from the Rose water and this one depending on how my skin is looking/feeling.

Mario Badescu- SPECIAL CUCUMBER LOTION- I  WILL USE THIS AFTER I WASH MY FACE BEFORE A SPRAY! I apply to skin with a cotton pad. This Removes excess oil and T-zone shine. Helps dry up existing breakouts.

Mario Badescu- Oil Free Moisturizer- I will use this to clean skin before makeup and all that

Tru Skin Vitamin C Serum- I swear by this stuff! I am on my second bottle I use this after I apply all my products. I will use before bed and before I put on my makeup.  

Mario Badescu- Buffering Lotion- I use this when I can feel a pimple starting to form or when I have a full blown pimple. troubled areas etc. This is a spot treatment. I have been using this less and less which is a good thing. But it definitely helps with pimples/ breakouts for sure! 

The Better Skin Co- Lava Magik- I got this mask/ cleanser in my FFF box and I have been liking this lately as well... I have only used it a few times but so far so good!!