It's that time again. Black Friday deals are here! Well, technically Black Friday is November 23 and Cyber Monday is November 26, but I thought I'd kick off my savings guide a little earlier this year. This means, you can get a head start on buying the things you really want right now. You'll be able to get the best prices on coveted items like laptops, PS4 bundles, 4K TVs, … [Read more...]
Have a wonderful weekend!
How are you coping after the first snow of the season? It was a doozy and it caused many delays in the streets of NYC. Stay safe out there, folks. Meanwhile, here are a few links from around the web. Michelle Obama discusses marriage, couples counseling and Trump. California Flourishing is a small business that is offering to donate profits to aid with … [Read more...]
7 Edgy style inspirations for the fall season
While I favor more classic pieces, sometimes it’s fun to shake things up and experiment with edgier styles. It’s as simple as adding a statement belt, or flashier baubles to your current wardrobe. I have a pair of stiletto ankle boots with chain embellishments that is in serious need of being dusted off for the fall season. I can’t walk in them for more than an hour at a … [Read more...]
Unspoken relationship rules
All relationships, romantic and otherwise, operate on certain unspoken rules: From remembering birthdays and anniversaries, to sending daily morning and evening texts. My love David is notorious for forgetting important dates. However, it usually hits him a few days later and he's always deeply apologetic. I realize many of those unspoken rules are so obscure that they’re … [Read more...]
A Guide to Choosing the Right Beauty Makeup Brushes
If you want the most out of your makeup, then you need to invest in high quality makeup brushes. Sorry ladies and gents, no exception on this one. I know this sounds counterintuitive but most beauty experts say you’ll end up saving money on the long run because a good quality brush can last for as long as a decade -- if you care for it properly. Here’s a tip: Opt for … [Read more...]
What Simple Joys Lift Your Spirits When You’re Feeling Down?
Let's keep it light today and talk about simple pleasures. The little joys with the ability to cut through the haze of regular life to put a smile on your face, even if it's just for a brief moment. Here's a short list of the simple pleasures that have always managed to brighten up my days. 1. Forehead kisses2. Sliding beneath the covers on a chilly night3. Rainy days … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About Role Models
Who's your role model? This was one of those questions that used to strike fear into my little middle-schooler heart. Cue the theme song from Arthur's a word from us kids segment: "A person admired for their qualities and achievements..." Inspirational Figures As time progressed, I compiled a list of respectable figures and rehearsed responses I could recite to … [Read more...]
An Honest Review of the Konjac Sponge
What exactly are konjac sponges? Konjac sponges are gentle exfoliating cleansers that result in smoother and brighter looking skin. They originate from the konjac root, a porous root vegetable native to Asia. They also come in an array of colors, each color denoting an active ingredient for your skincare needs. The dark grey sponge (the one I bought from the My … [Read more...]