It's pretty apparent that blogging and creating have taken a backseat in this stage of my life. My children are at the point in their lives (preteen and teenager) where they do not like me sharing images of them online on an ongoing basis. However, I am lucky sometimes and snap a photo here and there that they approve of to post on Facebook or Instagram. I still have my scrap space in my bedroom but rarely sit at my desk anymore to create. I know....scrapbooking was such a huge part of my life for many years when my children were younger and really helped me feel great to be in a community with others like me that shared a common love of family, friendship, creating and memory keeping. Some of the best memories while scrapping were the friendships I made and girl trips to CHA and other events.
My life has a made a transition in where my children are more independent. I am still shocked sometimes that I have a 15 year old who wants to learn to drive! Currently I am in a different stage in my career as well, my job is a lot more demanding but also very rewarding and exciting. Luckily I get to work events with my family as they volunteer while I manage Special Olympics events locally. I love seeing them gain leadership skills while giving back to the community.
I've debated deleting this blog many times but can never bring myself to do it. So that leads me to this post, I am still around just not here in this space as often. If you miss me ;), please subscribe to my youtube channel where I share my latest beauty obsessions, almost weekly vlogs, monthly and fashion favorites. I'm also on snapchat:strawbvee, which I didn't think I would love but have enjoyed sharing moment,thoughts and photos of my life. I hope we will continue our friendship in those spaces I've created and enjoyed being in over the last few years I hope you are well, loved and happy! xo
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I'm still obsessed with using a planner, but the obsession has gone to the next level. I started out with the Kate Spade planner last year which I love but realized this year that I did not want to continue to purchase a new one every year. I wanted a staple piece that I could purchase inserts for,q my fluorescent pink filofax! I've been slowly getting it ready to take the place of my current work Kate Spade planner for 2016. It is the perfect A5 size to handle my work schedule. I love it but it is big and I needed (really, I did) a smaller one for personal tasks, meetings, mommy list, schedules, etc... that I can carry with me in my handbag. This is where the above pre-loved #LVplanner (louis vuitton agenda pm) baby comes in!! She is indefinably a current fave among a few other items in the gram photo above. if you follow me on youtube, I will be posting more of my current favorites in a video soon!
To make my planner more fun I ordered these custom clips and charms from Rochelle from @myluckcharm_. Rochelle is very talented and a doll to work with. She makes the best charms that I've seen anywhere online and she is so sweet. I can't stop looking at my charms she created for me. She takes orders thru email, you can check out her gallery and contact information on her shop's IG account, which I've linked to above. If you place an order tell her that I sent you! ;) xo0Add a comment
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Let's ignore the elephant in the room and my lack of post for 2015, k?! ;) so I've already purchased my next planner for 2016 and forever, ever, evah-evah! I love my Kate Spade planner but have come to realize that I don't want to purchase a planner year, after year. So I made thejumpleap to a bright neon Filofax! Do you have one, if so please share how you have yours organized!I not going to share, well maybe I should how I went OOC in Micheal's in the Heidi Swapp section of supplies for organizers. You know I am a fan from waaaaaaaaay back! Hope you are well, lots of love. xo1View comments
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hope your 2015 is off to an amazing start! bbs, xo
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I love a great graphic t-shirt! Throw a catchy saying on it and I am sold. The perfect gift for that fashionista in your life. xo0Add a comment
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products used // Sephora Pro Airbrush Concealer Brush #57 //Anastasia Brow Whiz (Medium Brown) formally medium ash-// Anastasia Dipbrow Pomade (Chocolate) //MAC studio concealer NW40 // Bdellium Tools Angled Brow Brush // Bdellium Tools Lash Brush
Happy Friday!! Quick video share today of my current eyebrow routine. Are you following me on youtube? I would love to have you as a subscriber, it's free! This month I've been uploading videos weekly, capturing my daily routine and prep for Christmas! :)
I am still working on getting my DD album together but I think it will be after the holidays before I can share pages from it. My goal for 2015 is to dedicate more time to being inspired.
have a wonderful weekend! xo4View comments
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I haven't had time to do a gift guide this holiday season but I thought I would share a few of my favorite items to give as gifts for you last minute shoppers! :) I love this Pyramid Spike Y-Chain necklace so much!! I've really been into long necklaces lately. I love how chic and simple they are but also make a settle statement. #9daystilxhristmas! xo2View comments
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I couldn't function without this bag in my life, the vera bradley large laptop tote. It is the perfect tote to carry around yourjunkfiles, laptop and essentials to keep you organized throughout the day.
Here's what I'm packing in my daily arsenal:
- Kate Spade Planner- I can't say enough how much I love this planner! It keeps so organized and is well worth the price. I have loved it since the day I purchased it and seriously one of the most used items in my bag.
- Business Card Holder-It is a coin purse but I use it to hold my business cards and added a fluffy thursday friday key ring for a little sass.
- L'Oreal Colour Riche Extraordinaire Lip Color- When I get ready daily I like to apply a lip color that will last most of the day without having to reapply multiple times throughout the day. This lip shine by does just that; Plum Adagio and Nude Ballet are two are my favorite shades that are long lasting.
- Sharpie Pens-My favorite pens at the moment, love them because they are bleed free and the variety of colors they come is fun. I love a colorful calendar.
have a great week, xo!2View comments
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I won't bore you with why I haven't posted, same reason as in my last post but I love it. I do miss blogging but I will try to post more frequently during the holidays.
speaking of the holidays I love the holiday sleeves at starbucks this year and they are jon snow approved! ;) so ready for the next season of #GOT!
fun times celebrating our cousin's birthday, I could eat their fried rice with fresh vegetables everyday!
my new favorite work accessories, post coming soon of what I carry in my Vera Bradley work bag.
it never gets tired- going into the city on the weekend. it is my favorite time to be there because it's peaceful and you can take your time to capture it all without being rushed.
whose getting ready for #decemeberdaily? I am starting to pull things together to make an album because I need to create! xo1View comments
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I have a fun tutorial to share to get you in the Halloween spirit today and for those parties this weekend! I love nail art, it's a great way to be expressive and festive without getting dressed up! Julep sent me this tutorial to share with you, I think it's pretty awesome, check out some of Julep’s nail polish colors! :) I love that the colors chosen for this tutorial are not traditional Halloween colors. This blood moon nail art tutorial from their blog is pretty fabulous too! Post your pictures on twitter or instagram using the hashtag #julepmaven. Happy
paintingHalloween! xo
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