Passion...

Let me start by saying that I'm a 27yo mother that still receives coloring books, paints, markers, and canvas for Christmas...and those have been some of my favorite gifts.  In the last few years, I haven't been able to paint and color like I like to, but that's the life of a mommy. I have always loved art, color, and design...you could say its been a lifetime passion of mine...but a passion that seemed to be slowly fading.

So about 5 or 6 months ago, I did a search on YouTube for a makeup look.  I don't remember why I did the search but I've been hooked since that day. Thanks to a few YT Makeup Gurus: Kandee Johnson, TiffanyD, Pixiwoo, QueenofBlending, etc., I started doing online searches, purchasing books, and looking for classes and schools. I have completely immersed myself with learning and I'm having the time of my life!!  I discovered the Art of Makeup and it keeps my passion alive!! It's painting and coloring...I LOVE IT!!!

My mom has always told me to find something that I LOVE to do and then find someone to pay me to do it.  That's where I'm headed!  And so should you!! Find your passion!! Who cares what anyone thinks, if it makes you happy?! We all have a happiness inside and sometimes its a little harder to find.  So if you have to search, like I did, then search.  It can't hurt and who knows, you might find other passions on the way.  Don't stop looking until you find it!!  Have a wonderfully positive day!!

Think about it; if everyone loved their job, none of us would ever again feel the need to hang up on an angry customer service operator.

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Something to Somebody

We all have times when we feel like we're not living up to our potential or that we're just not good enough, but we are!! Its just a matter of telling ourselves and actually believing it. If we tell ourselves over and over that we're not good, we will evenutally believe it.  So why not tell ourselves that we are good. Won't we eventually believe that also? Of course!!

Just yesterday I posted a Facebook status that read, "...dont want to be everything to everybody...just something to someone...and I'm a mommy so I'M GOOD!" There are times when I don't know where I'm going, what I'm doing, or how I'm going to do it...but I always have my baby!!  I failed at being everthing to everyone (as anyone who has tried, has) so I practice being something to her.  And I don't think I'm doing such a bad job. =) 

The saying, 'what goes around, comes around' also works in a positive direction. Do positive things and positive things will happen!! Have a wonderfully positive day!!

Much love and many Blessings!

Zoya Nail Polish (Dare Collection)

The Dare Collection is deep, dark, and sexy! As opposed to the metallic finish of the Truth Collection, these polishes have a creamy finish. They are gorgeous.  They are just as nice to put on and wear as the Truth Collection...its just a matter of mood.

Vanessa - Rich Blue Red

The perfect red

Vibrant and shiny

(sorry for the blurry pic)

Ciara - Rish Burgundy Plum

GORGEOUS - MY FAVORITE

Picture is with one coat

Demi - Purple Mauve

Vibrant - another favorite of mine

Another GORGEOUS color

Pinta - Inky Violet

Very deep purple

Nice with one coat

Envy - deep jade green with light shimmer

Looks black if theres no light shining on it

Nice with one coat

Ibiza - sapphire blue with light shimmer

Another that looks black

Gleams blue in the light - LOVELY!!

Most Zoya polishes retail for $7 and they are WELL worth it!! I will definitely be purchasing more in the future and with just over 300 shades, I can't go wrong!!! I hope this is helpful to someone.  Much love and Blessings!!

Zoya Nail Polish (Truth Collection)

About 3 months ago, I started hearing about these amazing nail polishes that were “healthier” than most. Of course my first thought was “a healthy nail polish??”. Yes, actually. Zoya Nail Polishes are free of the industrial chemicals found in most other nail products. After a few weeks of just hearing, I read a few blogs, the website, and followed on Twitter. They held a random contest, and I had the pleasure of winning the Fall ‘09 Truth and Dare Collections. I received them about 4 days later and have been in love ever since!!

The Truth Collection

Penny - Copper Gold

Shiny and totally opaque with 2 coats

Bright and beautiful

Kalmia - Rosey Copper

Looks like a Duo-tone

Nice with one coat

Salma - Scarlet Red

Reminds me of Christmas

Very shiny

Isla - Venetian Red

Very shiny and opaque with 1 coat

Gorgeous color

Anaka - Fuchsia with purple undertones

Beautiful color but too pink for me

Needs 2 coats

Drew - Mauve Rose

Very pretty color but not for me

More for a pink kinda girl

Welcome!!

Hey Ladies (and maybe Gents)!!

Welcome to my Blog!! I guess I should start by telling a bit about myself. I am a 27yo mother, student, massage therapist, and aspiring MUA. I have spent my life in school and I've FINALLY found what I want to do in life. It just goes to show that you sometimes won't know as soon as you leave college for the first time.

You'll find many things here: beauty and makeup tips for beginners, affordable product reviews, life tips, and hopefully, inspiration!