what carries me

September 08, 2012

September 07, 2012

September Shopping Bag

September Shopping Bag by jenmarshall featuring statement necklaces

September 01, 2012

August 27, 2012

August 08, 2012

I'm back! It has been a crazy, amazing, life-changing, stressful, exciting, and blessed couple of months. My 4-year relationship ended. I moved from Neptune Beach, FL to Dallas, TX - away from all of my friends and family. My baby niece was born. I started a new job in a field more challenging than I could have ever imagined.

Needless to say, I've been very busy. But while adapting to my new routine I have realized that now, more than ever, it is important to take time to be creative and do something I love. Taking time to do something you truly, deeply love is so important. It gives your strength to tackle the not-so-wonderful tasks and it improves your well-being.

I am all about well-being these days. There is a fine line between spoiling yourself and giving your soul what it needs. Obviously, my soul would love weekly mani/pedis and expensive bottles of champagne. That's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about the 20 minutes your spend on your porch in quiet peace after a stressful day. I'm talking about the moment you sit into your car after work, smelling the faint smell of your new lavender-vanilla car freshener.

Some may believe that the busier and more stressed-out you get, the less of a priority these things become. That should be exactly the opposite. The more busy and hectic your life becomes, the more important these little jewels of peace become.

So, my suggestion for today is to set aside ten minutes. Make yourself as relaxed as you can: turn off the TV/radio, change into comfy sweatpants, light a candle - and just be. It will be the most productive ten minutes of your day.

August 06, 2012

product of the week

Dove Dry Shampoo
$4.00

Review:
This is the first drugstore dry shampoo I have found that actually works! I've tried many different brands, both from the drugstore and the beauty store. The others don't hold a candle to this one. It gives significant body to my oily locks, and powers through the whole day. I will definitely be buying this again!

To buy: http://www.dove.us/Products/Hair/Shampoos/Invigorating-Dry-Shampoo.aspx

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August 04, 2012

August Shopping Bag

August Shopping Bag by jenmarshall featuring flat heels

August 01, 2012

instant gratification

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Location:Test

July 30, 2012

product of the week

Sephora Precision Pore Cleansing Pad
$5.00

Review:
I've been using this little jewel for almost a year. Not only has it stood up against the test of time, it's gently increased circulation and decreased flakey skin in the process! Bonus: it's "handle" doubles as a suction cup, so it sticks to your shower wall for easy access.

To buy: http://www.sephora.com/precision-pore-cleansing-pad-P262041?utm_campaign=bazaarvoice&utm_medium=SearchVoice&utm_source=RatingsAndReviews&utm_content=Default

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April 04, 2012

what she carries: elizabeth

{ Elizabeth }

Louis Vuitton medium Loop Bag

The Masters wallet

checkbook

lip pencil/lipstick/lipgloss

hair clip

jump drive

milage book, for work

coupons

to-do/grocery list

keys

iPhone

"I've taken this one everywhere for the past 8 years. Why? Because I paid a small fortune for it. Louis Vuitton is classic so it will do. I want a cute Kate Spade clutch one day, but until then, it's Louis and everything essential for whether I'm at work or on a date."