Well hello again. Time to take a look at how I did against my week 6 goals. If you'll remember, this is what I said I'd do this week:
1) Go to the gym 3 times.
I went to the gym twice and ran twice. If I put go to the gym on here, I seem to choose running, if I put running on here, I seem to choose the gym. Because I am stubborn and ornery. Either way, its helping me to get my exercise in, so yay!
2) No processed crap.
I'm still eating based on the guidelines I set for myself 2 weeks ago, so no processed crap. Except for today, see: feeling like crap. I don't have an appetite right now, but if I don't eat, I'll feel worse, so I eat whatever is easy. So far today that has been a water, some chips ahoy, and some oatmeal. Don't worry, I'll be back to normal right quick. I tend to take it a litte easy on myself when I'm feeling like this and I'm okay with that.
3) Really, don't buy any clothes. Just don't. Do not.
I didn't buy clothes. Seriously. I have to think about it to make sure, true, but I did not. Oh wait, I did. I bought running shorts, haha. I could not put up a strong enough fight. But I've worn them twice to go running, and really, that makes them worth it. Exercise clothes should get their own category anyway.
Also..
4) Look at my budget and establish new short and long-term savings goals (I HATE budgeting, but I need to look at this again)
I set myself a budget for non-essentials, which is leniant enough that I can stick to it, but still keeps me on a good saving path. I need to build up 6 months expenses in my savings, that's my new goal. Up to this point, I've been more focused on my retirement account, but I believe I need to also have a good cushion of savings, a safety net.
5) Wear my hair down at least twice. I've gotten stuck in a hair rut
I wore my hair down once. I call this a win, considering it was ridiculously hot and humid last week.
So all in all, I did okay.
For Week 7, I'm going to change it up a bit.
Goal #1 - Survive medication adjustment with minimal interferance into daily life (I mean, really, if I do that and only that, I'm happy)
#2 - Take a long walk
#3 - Finish unpacking all my books - set some aside for donation (read: those I've inherited in random ways that I won't ever read, like how did those Clive Cusslers make their way in, huh? How did that happen?)
I think that's it for this week.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Monday, very Monday
Good morning all!
I don't have a 30 for 30 post today, as I was running late for work and did not take a picture. Also, I am wearing a t-shirt that is not part of the 30 items. Le gasp. The rest of my outfit is though.
This is due to several factors, including: wow I feel like crap (see post from over the weekend for details) and I should probably stay home but I have a report due in this morning so I need to go take care of that so lemme get dressed real quick and oh, this matches and is clean.
Also, I screwed up at work already this morning. Which wouldn't have been so bad had I checked my email this weekend, which I didn't. See: feeling like crap.
Yes, it is Monday. I hope yours is going better than mine so far!
I don't have a 30 for 30 post today, as I was running late for work and did not take a picture. Also, I am wearing a t-shirt that is not part of the 30 items. Le gasp. The rest of my outfit is though.
This is due to several factors, including: wow I feel like crap (see post from over the weekend for details) and I should probably stay home but I have a report due in this morning so I need to go take care of that so lemme get dressed real quick and oh, this matches and is clean.
Also, I screwed up at work already this morning. Which wouldn't have been so bad had I checked my email this weekend, which I didn't. See: feeling like crap.
Yes, it is Monday. I hope yours is going better than mine so far!
Sunday, June 12, 2011
6/9 - 6/12, 365
Jun 9th
Q: What makes a good friend?
A: Thoughtfulness, loyalty, sense of humor, intelligence, shared values, honesty.
Jun 10th
Q: How many cups of coffee did you drink today?
A: Just one, as per normal. Grande decaf sugar free hazelnut soy misto.
Jun 11th
Q: What is your favorite thing to do on a Friday night?
A: Cook a delicious dinner and watch a movie with Fred. Try to stay up as late as possible =)
Jun 12th
Q: Is something in your way? Can you move it?
A: I may sound like a broken record, but right now my panic disorder is very much in my way. I'm not sure how to move it, but I'm ready to try.
Q: What makes a good friend?
A: Thoughtfulness, loyalty, sense of humor, intelligence, shared values, honesty.
Jun 10th
Q: How many cups of coffee did you drink today?
A: Just one, as per normal. Grande decaf sugar free hazelnut soy misto.
Jun 11th
Q: What is your favorite thing to do on a Friday night?
A: Cook a delicious dinner and watch a movie with Fred. Try to stay up as late as possible =)
Jun 12th
Q: Is something in your way? Can you move it?
A: I may sound like a broken record, but right now my panic disorder is very much in my way. I'm not sure how to move it, but I'm ready to try.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
its only okay sometimes
i feel like the morning after doing ecstacy.
don't worry. its been...13 years or so since I knew what that felt like. I've not lost my mind. I'm actually working on not losing it.
I'm changing the dosage of my medication for anxiety and it makes me feel like, well, like a crack monkey, is the best way to describe it. like coming down off a high. like my muscles are twitching and i'm kind of vibrating but my stomach is upset and i'm kind of tired but can't sleep and my eyes burn like i have a fever and i can't concentrate on much at all.
All because I'm taking up my Lexapro 5mg.
I've mentioned it casually here before, but I suffer from anxiety disorder, panic disorder specifically. when I read up on my diagnosis, I'm embarassed that I'm such a textbook case, hardly original at all. Its a real thing, promise. I know mental illness has a stigma, I am keenly aware of that even as I type this. And mine's a real son of a bitch - limiting, physical, and scary.
friends, if i've ever freaked out on you in the middle of an evening out, thrown money on the table and left, said i'm going outside to get some air only to text you an hour later to tell you i'm not coming back..that was a panic attack. i'm sorry.
I had a major episode almost 2 years ago. It took a long time, but my life is mostly back to normal. Except..
If I have to travel, I will freak out.
If I get stuck somewhere (metro, indoors, outdoors, anywhere i cannot leave if i want to), I will freak out.
I will go to the party, but I will be uncomfortable.
This is why I don't drink (messes with my medication).
This is why I don't drink caffeine (stopped 2 years ago, now hate feeling jittery)
This is why I stay in most nights.
This is why I gained a shit ton of weight (medication, again. also, why I'm changing medication now)
Hardly anyone knows this about me. I don't get anxious about things that make people normally nervous. I am completely fine with public speaking. I actually love to fly, what I hate is getting there, the being somewhere so far away i can't get home quickly and in my own means if i need to.
I get completely and unreasonably taken over by panic attacks at mostly predictable times, which actually makes it worse. the anticipation of an attack can trigger one. any event. at all. easter, new years, my own birthday. my own wedding, dammit, i'm terrified of the EVENT of it all. I won't be a passenger in your car and going out to lunch at work is something i have to consciously choose to be okay with.
my anxiety manifests itself in the usual sweaty palms dizzy symptoms you've heard of, but it also sends my digestive system completely haywire. therefore - group, social, non-escapable food-eating event = no, no, no.
My life is good. Great even. I am very happy. But this? This is part of me. I don't want it to be. I used to be fearless. I miss that.
I'm not trying to be brave talking about this. In fact, I don't talk about it, except to Fred and my family, in the language they've grown to understand. Typing it here is just a start. Trying to not be ashamed. Trying to accept it. Trying to overcome it.
don't worry. its been...13 years or so since I knew what that felt like. I've not lost my mind. I'm actually working on not losing it.
I'm changing the dosage of my medication for anxiety and it makes me feel like, well, like a crack monkey, is the best way to describe it. like coming down off a high. like my muscles are twitching and i'm kind of vibrating but my stomach is upset and i'm kind of tired but can't sleep and my eyes burn like i have a fever and i can't concentrate on much at all.
All because I'm taking up my Lexapro 5mg.
I've mentioned it casually here before, but I suffer from anxiety disorder, panic disorder specifically. when I read up on my diagnosis, I'm embarassed that I'm such a textbook case, hardly original at all. Its a real thing, promise. I know mental illness has a stigma, I am keenly aware of that even as I type this. And mine's a real son of a bitch - limiting, physical, and scary.
friends, if i've ever freaked out on you in the middle of an evening out, thrown money on the table and left, said i'm going outside to get some air only to text you an hour later to tell you i'm not coming back..that was a panic attack. i'm sorry.
I had a major episode almost 2 years ago. It took a long time, but my life is mostly back to normal. Except..
If I have to travel, I will freak out.
If I get stuck somewhere (metro, indoors, outdoors, anywhere i cannot leave if i want to), I will freak out.
I will go to the party, but I will be uncomfortable.
This is why I don't drink (messes with my medication).
This is why I don't drink caffeine (stopped 2 years ago, now hate feeling jittery)
This is why I stay in most nights.
This is why I gained a shit ton of weight (medication, again. also, why I'm changing medication now)
Hardly anyone knows this about me. I don't get anxious about things that make people normally nervous. I am completely fine with public speaking. I actually love to fly, what I hate is getting there, the being somewhere so far away i can't get home quickly and in my own means if i need to.
I get completely and unreasonably taken over by panic attacks at mostly predictable times, which actually makes it worse. the anticipation of an attack can trigger one. any event. at all. easter, new years, my own birthday. my own wedding, dammit, i'm terrified of the EVENT of it all. I won't be a passenger in your car and going out to lunch at work is something i have to consciously choose to be okay with.
my anxiety manifests itself in the usual sweaty palms dizzy symptoms you've heard of, but it also sends my digestive system completely haywire. therefore - group, social, non-escapable food-eating event = no, no, no.
My life is good. Great even. I am very happy. But this? This is part of me. I don't want it to be. I used to be fearless. I miss that.
I'm not trying to be brave talking about this. In fact, I don't talk about it, except to Fred and my family, in the language they've grown to understand. Typing it here is just a start. Trying to not be ashamed. Trying to accept it. Trying to overcome it.
Friday, June 10, 2011
the heart of the matter
You all are aware, I have been, ahem, accident prone as of late. First, with the ankle twisting, and then, with the stairs falling leg bruising. But I'm all healed up now. Back in the gym. And its only supposed to be 85 rather than 90 bazillion tomorrow, so I am planning on a morning run. Perhaps a morning run...to Starbucks, and then a walk back. We know I have a problem.
But! I'm here to talk about another problem. The heart of my shopping issues. The never-ending search for the perfect outfit in which to do X.
I am sitting here, waiting for a candidate to call me back, and I'm seriously thinking deeply about what I am going to wear for my run tomorrow. I am thinking...shorts. I need some running shorts.
Ya'll, I do NOT need no damn running shorts. I will say, no, I do not currently have a pair of well-fitting running shorts, TRUE. However, I have about three to seven (I have no idea) pairs of perfectly good, lovely, as fashionable as they can be given their function, work out CAPRIS. in loose fitting, in mid-range fitting, in running tight crops.
I don't need no damn shorts.
But in my head, I'm picturing me, running, sweating, de-stressing, communing with nature. In these shorts I saw at Dick's Sporting Goods the other day.
These here.
(p.s. love you under armour, you make the best sweatpants ever invented. go local, yeah!)
And now, its like, well I can't fully appreciate the run without the shorts. Meanwhile, this is all still in my head, in my plans for tomorrow. It hasn't happened yet. Yet, I need the shorts.
See, this is the heart of the problem. I get an idea in my head. I'm all, self, I would like to go to a concert at Wolf Trap (I totally am, tomorrow, Bright Eyes, whut!)
Oooh, what should I wear? I have this awesome embroidered cotton dress that would be lovely, but what if it was a shirt and I could wear it with jean cutoffs and then oh yes, that would be perfect, but OMG I need the perfect embroidered cotton floaty summer shirt.
No, no I don't.
If I were planning a trip to Paris? Yeah, I'd be filling my virtual shopping bag with Breton stripe tees, skinny jeans, scarves, and flats (no, I have all that. I must think of Paris a lot).
My wedding, for heaven's sake? Oh, I already have two wedding dresses (calm down, one vintage from Etsy, one deeply on sale from JCrew, I haven't even spent $100 bucks). And now I'm fairly obsessed with this particular dress. In white, duh. Which, FYI, is a dead ringer for my Prom dress.
Perhaps that's what I should do. Get back to my 1995 size (haha, HA, HA!HA!) and wear my prom dress to my wedding. Sweeeeeet.
Also, shoes. These'ms, raaaaaght heres. . Or these. Yum.
So anyway. This doesn't make sense, but this is where my mind goes. All the time. For ever and ever way back when. I am a person of substance, despite all signs pointing to frivolity. Am I the only one? I am, aren't I?
But! I'm here to talk about another problem. The heart of my shopping issues. The never-ending search for the perfect outfit in which to do X.
I am sitting here, waiting for a candidate to call me back, and I'm seriously thinking deeply about what I am going to wear for my run tomorrow. I am thinking...shorts. I need some running shorts.
Ya'll, I do NOT need no damn running shorts. I will say, no, I do not currently have a pair of well-fitting running shorts, TRUE. However, I have about three to seven (I have no idea) pairs of perfectly good, lovely, as fashionable as they can be given their function, work out CAPRIS. in loose fitting, in mid-range fitting, in running tight crops.
I don't need no damn shorts.
But in my head, I'm picturing me, running, sweating, de-stressing, communing with nature. In these shorts I saw at Dick's Sporting Goods the other day.
These here.
(p.s. love you under armour, you make the best sweatpants ever invented. go local, yeah!)
And now, its like, well I can't fully appreciate the run without the shorts. Meanwhile, this is all still in my head, in my plans for tomorrow. It hasn't happened yet. Yet, I need the shorts.
See, this is the heart of the problem. I get an idea in my head. I'm all, self, I would like to go to a concert at Wolf Trap (I totally am, tomorrow, Bright Eyes, whut!)
Oooh, what should I wear? I have this awesome embroidered cotton dress that would be lovely, but what if it was a shirt and I could wear it with jean cutoffs and then oh yes, that would be perfect, but OMG I need the perfect embroidered cotton floaty summer shirt.
No, no I don't.
If I were planning a trip to Paris? Yeah, I'd be filling my virtual shopping bag with Breton stripe tees, skinny jeans, scarves, and flats (no, I have all that. I must think of Paris a lot).
My wedding, for heaven's sake? Oh, I already have two wedding dresses (calm down, one vintage from Etsy, one deeply on sale from JCrew, I haven't even spent $100 bucks). And now I'm fairly obsessed with this particular dress. In white, duh. Which, FYI, is a dead ringer for my Prom dress.
Perhaps that's what I should do. Get back to my 1995 size (haha, HA, HA!HA!) and wear my prom dress to my wedding. Sweeeeeet.
Also, shoes. These'ms, raaaaaght heres. . Or these. Yum.
So anyway. This doesn't make sense, but this is where my mind goes. All the time. For ever and ever way back when. I am a person of substance, despite all signs pointing to frivolity. Am I the only one? I am, aren't I?
Happy Friday! And outfit #12
Good morning all and Happy Friday to you! I'm not sure I've ever needed a weekend more!
Here is today's outfit, #12 I beleive.
Outfit 12 is 10+20+27
Shoes: Nine West, here (and so insanely comfortable, I'm going to have to get them in black, too)
Necklace, bracelet, rings: Tiffanys
Here is today's outfit, #12 I beleive.
Outfit 12 is 10+20+27
Shoes: Nine West, here (and so insanely comfortable, I'm going to have to get them in black, too)
Necklace, bracelet, rings: Tiffanys
Thursday, June 09, 2011
blue moon
Blue eyed girls like blue beauties.
polka dot dress * blue car * sofa
* pitcher * hanging chair * blue thistle * bathing suit * party dress
polka dot dress * blue car * sofa
* pitcher * hanging chair * blue thistle * bathing suit * party dress
moments in time
when I remember, when I look back, I'm amazed at the little, meaningless things that stand out and stand the test of time.
May 1999. Lee Highway movie theatre. Springtime. Purchasing tickets for a double-header of The Matrix and Go. Me and Ed. The ticket taker, on the right side ticket station (this was the less busy side) said to us, are you over 17? 22 and 21, said Ed, smiling.
I look back now, on IMDB, and the Matrix came out on March 31st. What took us so long?
I remember walking out into the parking lot, still light outside. That feeling you have when a movie has just ended, a movie that REALLY took you in. Do you remember seeing the Matrix? Do you remember seeing those effects for the first time? It stayed with you for a little while, silly as that sounds.
Why this memory. Why "22 and 21"?
My Abercrombie sweater, the one I bought at Fair Oaks. You had to throw it away or be caught in a lie. I loved that sweater. I wore that sweater, at a party, one night, with sweatpants. Because when you are young and hot you can wear men's sweaters and sweatpants to parties like it aint no thang.
Listening to OK Computer for the first time, in your room at your parents house, with Steve. We all just stopped and listened.
I have all these memories.
That sweater is gone. That movie theater is gone, though I live a mile from it. OK Computer stood the test of time, that's for damn sure. Being 21 is gone.
May 1999. Lee Highway movie theatre. Springtime. Purchasing tickets for a double-header of The Matrix and Go. Me and Ed. The ticket taker, on the right side ticket station (this was the less busy side) said to us, are you over 17? 22 and 21, said Ed, smiling.
I look back now, on IMDB, and the Matrix came out on March 31st. What took us so long?
I remember walking out into the parking lot, still light outside. That feeling you have when a movie has just ended, a movie that REALLY took you in. Do you remember seeing the Matrix? Do you remember seeing those effects for the first time? It stayed with you for a little while, silly as that sounds.
Why this memory. Why "22 and 21"?
My Abercrombie sweater, the one I bought at Fair Oaks. You had to throw it away or be caught in a lie. I loved that sweater. I wore that sweater, at a party, one night, with sweatpants. Because when you are young and hot you can wear men's sweaters and sweatpants to parties like it aint no thang.
Listening to OK Computer for the first time, in your room at your parents house, with Steve. We all just stopped and listened.
I have all these memories.
That sweater is gone. That movie theater is gone, though I live a mile from it. OK Computer stood the test of time, that's for damn sure. Being 21 is gone.
Outfit 11 30 for 30
Hello and Happy Thursday!
Here is outfit #11
Number 11 is 7+15+25
Necklace: Banana Republic? Not sure
Shoes: Talbots
Bracelet/Rings: Tiffany
Here is outfit #11
Number 11 is 7+15+25
Necklace: Banana Republic? Not sure
Shoes: Talbots
Bracelet/Rings: Tiffany
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
6/6, 6/7, 6/8 265
Jun 6th
Q: Which family member are you closest to?
A: Well, there are only 4 of us in the blood family sense, and we are a very tight knit group. I'll happily talk to any of my family members about anything. Really, anything. Well maybe not to my dad about any details regarding sex and or womanly functions.
Jun 7th
Q: What do you feel grateful for today?
A: I am grateful for so much in my life..My family, Fred, my two wonderful cats, my home, my job, my whole life really.
Jun 8th
Q: What makes you miserable?
A: The dead of winter, and the sun setting before I leave work. Panic attacks. Boredom. Feeling nauseated. Toothaches.
Q: Which family member are you closest to?
A: Well, there are only 4 of us in the blood family sense, and we are a very tight knit group. I'll happily talk to any of my family members about anything. Really, anything. Well maybe not to my dad about any details regarding sex and or womanly functions.
Jun 7th
Q: What do you feel grateful for today?
A: I am grateful for so much in my life..My family, Fred, my two wonderful cats, my home, my job, my whole life really.
Jun 8th
Q: What makes you miserable?
A: The dead of winter, and the sun setting before I leave work. Panic attacks. Boredom. Feeling nauseated. Toothaches.
outfit 10 30 for 30
Good morning! Here we are, 1/3 of the way done! I'm not overly enamored of outfit #10, but its okay. It'll do. Somethign about the wide legs on the pants and the shoes. I need some more summery black shoes. Here it is:
Outfit 10 is 2+16+22.
Shoes: Ann Taylor
Belt: Talbots
Outfit 10 is 2+16+22.
Shoes: Ann Taylor
Belt: Talbots
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Outfit 9, 30 for 30
Good morning!
Today's outfit is number 9. Numero nueve. This morning was one of those mornings, not bad, per se..but I put on a whole entirely different outfit, put on the accessories, almost out the door..and then something inside said meh, no. So I changed. Outfit #9 is therefore Outfit #2 of the day. Here it is!
Outfit #9 is 3+14+20.
Belt and Shoes: Talbots (yes, I know I wear these shoes damn near everyday, I'm looking for a pair to supplement)
Rings/Bracelet/Necklace: Tiffany
Look at me with my hair down! Working on those Week 6 goals! Also, trying to enjoy one last reasonably tempered (temperatured?) day before we go all 100+ and insane humidity, and my hair will curl no matter what medieval implements I employ to tame it straight. Yay summer!
Today's outfit is number 9. Numero nueve. This morning was one of those mornings, not bad, per se..but I put on a whole entirely different outfit, put on the accessories, almost out the door..and then something inside said meh, no. So I changed. Outfit #9 is therefore Outfit #2 of the day. Here it is!
Outfit #9 is 3+14+20.
Belt and Shoes: Talbots (yes, I know I wear these shoes damn near everyday, I'm looking for a pair to supplement)
Rings/Bracelet/Necklace: Tiffany
Look at me with my hair down! Working on those Week 6 goals! Also, trying to enjoy one last reasonably tempered (temperatured?) day before we go all 100+ and insane humidity, and my hair will curl no matter what medieval implements I employ to tame it straight. Yay summer!
Monday, June 06, 2011
Week 5 Recap / Week 6 Goals
After a dismal week 4 showing, I made it easy on myself for week 5. Let's see how I did.
1) Go to the gym 3 times.
I went twice. I'm usually a 4-5 days a week go-er, I just kind of fell out of habit with the twisting of the ankle and the falling down the stairs. My bruises are healed, time to pick it back up.
I am going to change up my gym routine a little though. I usually do a long cardio stint (30-40 minutes) followed by a weight circuit, followed by 10-15 minutes of walking or slow jogging. This week, I'm going to do my weights first.
2) No processed crap.
I did it! I mean, I ate the catered delicious food from Tuesday night and the leftovers on Wednesday, but none of the cookies/ding dongs/chips/random crap that we have available in our kitchen. That stuff isn't even good, its just there.
I posted about a new approach to diet here, and I have been following this since Wednesday night. I feel pretty darn good!
3) Really, don't buy any clothes. Just don't. Do not.
I didn't buy any new clothes. I bought one vintage item with a thrift store credit. No money exchanged. Yay!! This is HUGE for me, you have no idea.
On to week 6!
I like these goals, I'm doing them again.
1) Go to the gym 3 times.
2) No processed crap.
3) Really, don't buy any clothes. Just don't. Do not.
Also..
4) Look at my budget and establish new short and long-term savings goals (I HATE budgeting, but I need to look at this again)
5) Wear my hair down at least twice. I've gotten stuck in a hair rut.
Should be a great week!
1) Go to the gym 3 times.
I went twice. I'm usually a 4-5 days a week go-er, I just kind of fell out of habit with the twisting of the ankle and the falling down the stairs. My bruises are healed, time to pick it back up.
I am going to change up my gym routine a little though. I usually do a long cardio stint (30-40 minutes) followed by a weight circuit, followed by 10-15 minutes of walking or slow jogging. This week, I'm going to do my weights first.
2) No processed crap.
I did it! I mean, I ate the catered delicious food from Tuesday night and the leftovers on Wednesday, but none of the cookies/ding dongs/chips/random crap that we have available in our kitchen. That stuff isn't even good, its just there.
I posted about a new approach to diet here, and I have been following this since Wednesday night. I feel pretty darn good!
3) Really, don't buy any clothes. Just don't. Do not.
I didn't buy any new clothes. I bought one vintage item with a thrift store credit. No money exchanged. Yay!! This is HUGE for me, you have no idea.
On to week 6!
I like these goals, I'm doing them again.
1) Go to the gym 3 times.
2) No processed crap.
3) Really, don't buy any clothes. Just don't. Do not.
Also..
4) Look at my budget and establish new short and long-term savings goals (I HATE budgeting, but I need to look at this again)
5) Wear my hair down at least twice. I've gotten stuck in a hair rut.
Should be a great week!
Outfit #8 30 for 30
Well here it is, Monday morning again! Today is the 8th day of the 30 for 30 challenge.
Today, I've added another piece into the mix. This is it though! No more additions. Drumroll please, item #30 is..this little floral top from Boden. It's one of those things in my closet that makes me go, hmmm, that's nice, I should wear that more often..but then I don't. Who knows why. I added it in to the mix to provide some motivation for me to figure out what to wear it with..or not, and be able to let go with peace.
Without furthur ado, outfit #8!
Outfit 8 is 30+12+25
Shoes: Michael Kors via DSW
Belt: Target
Necklace, Bracelet, Rings: Tiffany
Today, I've added another piece into the mix. This is it though! No more additions. Drumroll please, item #30 is..this little floral top from Boden. It's one of those things in my closet that makes me go, hmmm, that's nice, I should wear that more often..but then I don't. Who knows why. I added it in to the mix to provide some motivation for me to figure out what to wear it with..or not, and be able to let go with peace.
Without furthur ado, outfit #8!
Outfit 8 is 30+12+25
Shoes: Michael Kors via DSW
Belt: Target
Necklace, Bracelet, Rings: Tiffany
Sunday, June 05, 2011
6/3, 6/4. 6/5 365
Watching the French Open finals right now. I will never get sick of Nadal/Federer finals. Go Roger!
Jun 3:
Q: Who do you miss the most right now?
A: Ahh, you know who.
Jun 4:
Q: Today you wore_________________.
A: The sweetest purple embroidered cotton dress. Easy, comfortable, stylish. I love it.
Jun 5:
Q: What was the last fruit you ate?
A: A banana, mashed up with a little bit of hershey's chocolate sauce, for dessert last night. Yum!
Jun 3:
Q: Who do you miss the most right now?
A: Ahh, you know who.
Jun 4:
Q: Today you wore_________________.
A: The sweetest purple embroidered cotton dress. Easy, comfortable, stylish. I love it.
Jun 5:
Q: What was the last fruit you ate?
A: A banana, mashed up with a little bit of hershey's chocolate sauce, for dessert last night. Yum!
Friday, June 03, 2011
what's in my makeup bag?
Hi all! I thought I would share with you the myriad of products that I use on my face everyday!
Now that it is summer, and with the heat we experienced this week, I do scale back a bit on the makeup. Here is my summer routine:
1)Cleansing and Prep
I use the Korres Quercetin & Oak Anti-Aging Regimen, and I am in lurrve. Korres is a Greece-based company that prides itself on natural, organic ingredients and eco-friendly policies, and does not test on animals. They make super-cute make-up too. I sound like an ad. Well, consider Korres to be Sara-approved. My skin likes it a lot too. You can buy Korres at Sephora (only place I know so far).
2) Protection
After the cleansing and prep, I put on my sunscreen. I use Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55. Its the only sunscreen I have used under make-up that doesn't either funk up my makeup or slide around.
You can also buy this at Sephora.
3) Base
In the summer, I don't use foundation. I use Cover Girl & Olay Simply Ageless Concealer for under-eye circles and any uneven spots. I blend this with my fingers.
I then use a highlighting powder that is actually an eyeshadow..CoverGirl Eye Enhancers in Champagne. This goes down my nose, across the tops of my cheekbones, on the bow of my lip, in the corners of my eyes, and on my browbones. Very light application and blended thoroughly.
Color!
Next up comes blush. My sister got me an amazing kit from Lorac that has all sorts of colors, so I pick whichever blush suits my mood that day (I have 4 to choose from!) Most often, I use Lorac Pink. It looks super bright but is layerable and is really sweet and subtle.
I finish off my face with a dusting of Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder. I don't use a conventional face powder - this one is transparent and gives you that "HD" finish. Actually, I'm not sure it does anything, but I like it.
Eyes
On my eyes, most days, I use a brown gel eyeliner, Maybelline Lasting Drama by EyeStudio Gel Eyeliner, in Brown. I like the liquid-eyeliner look, but this is SO MUCH NEATER, and doesn't require as steady a hand.
I usually use eyeshadow, but remember that Lorac kit? It has about 30 eyeshadow colors. The two shades I use most are Enlighten (Shimmering Sand) and Sand (Shimmering Pale Peach).
I finish off my eyes with a good couple coats of Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Spoon Brush Washable Mascara in Brownish Black.
Lips!
Oh my goodness, do I have a lifetime affair with lipsticks and glosses of all types. I'm going to go digging around in my purse and see what I turn up..hold please.
Ok, not even kidding, I am currently carrying 11 different kinds of lip-coloring or moisturizing implements.
I have:
Clinique SuperBalm Moisturizing Gloss in Rootbeer and Black Honey
Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstain in Cherry Pop
The Body Shop Born Lippy in Satsuma Shimmer
Aveda LipTint in Spice
CoverGirl NatureLuxe Gloss in Peony
Blistex Silk & Shine
Clinique Chubby Stick in Richer Raisin
Revlon SuperLustrous Lip Gloss in Pink AfterGlow
Mac Lustre Lipstick in Sheer Plum
L'Oreal HIP Jelly Balm in Ripe
Whoa, dude. Honestly, what gets used first, in the morning, is not in my bag. It is CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain Lip Color in Wild Berry Wink.
These other colors get used depending on my mood - natural or bright, red or pink. Most-used are probably the Chubby Stick and the SuperBalms.
So that's that! That's what goes on my face each day. Its a lot of work being a girl, you know?
Now that it is summer, and with the heat we experienced this week, I do scale back a bit on the makeup. Here is my summer routine:
1)Cleansing and Prep
I use the Korres Quercetin & Oak Anti-Aging Regimen, and I am in lurrve. Korres is a Greece-based company that prides itself on natural, organic ingredients and eco-friendly policies, and does not test on animals. They make super-cute make-up too. I sound like an ad. Well, consider Korres to be Sara-approved. My skin likes it a lot too. You can buy Korres at Sephora (only place I know so far).
2) Protection
After the cleansing and prep, I put on my sunscreen. I use Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55. Its the only sunscreen I have used under make-up that doesn't either funk up my makeup or slide around.
You can also buy this at Sephora.
3) Base
In the summer, I don't use foundation. I use Cover Girl & Olay Simply Ageless Concealer for under-eye circles and any uneven spots. I blend this with my fingers.
I then use a highlighting powder that is actually an eyeshadow..CoverGirl Eye Enhancers in Champagne. This goes down my nose, across the tops of my cheekbones, on the bow of my lip, in the corners of my eyes, and on my browbones. Very light application and blended thoroughly.
Color!
Next up comes blush. My sister got me an amazing kit from Lorac that has all sorts of colors, so I pick whichever blush suits my mood that day (I have 4 to choose from!) Most often, I use Lorac Pink. It looks super bright but is layerable and is really sweet and subtle.
I finish off my face with a dusting of Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder. I don't use a conventional face powder - this one is transparent and gives you that "HD" finish. Actually, I'm not sure it does anything, but I like it.
Eyes
On my eyes, most days, I use a brown gel eyeliner, Maybelline Lasting Drama by EyeStudio Gel Eyeliner, in Brown. I like the liquid-eyeliner look, but this is SO MUCH NEATER, and doesn't require as steady a hand.
I usually use eyeshadow, but remember that Lorac kit? It has about 30 eyeshadow colors. The two shades I use most are Enlighten (Shimmering Sand) and Sand (Shimmering Pale Peach).
I finish off my eyes with a good couple coats of Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Spoon Brush Washable Mascara in Brownish Black.
Lips!
Oh my goodness, do I have a lifetime affair with lipsticks and glosses of all types. I'm going to go digging around in my purse and see what I turn up..hold please.
Ok, not even kidding, I am currently carrying 11 different kinds of lip-coloring or moisturizing implements.
I have:
Clinique SuperBalm Moisturizing Gloss in Rootbeer and Black Honey
Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstain in Cherry Pop
The Body Shop Born Lippy in Satsuma Shimmer
Aveda LipTint in Spice
CoverGirl NatureLuxe Gloss in Peony
Blistex Silk & Shine
Clinique Chubby Stick in Richer Raisin
Revlon SuperLustrous Lip Gloss in Pink AfterGlow
Mac Lustre Lipstick in Sheer Plum
L'Oreal HIP Jelly Balm in Ripe
Whoa, dude. Honestly, what gets used first, in the morning, is not in my bag. It is CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain Lip Color in Wild Berry Wink.
These other colors get used depending on my mood - natural or bright, red or pink. Most-used are probably the Chubby Stick and the SuperBalms.
So that's that! That's what goes on my face each day. Its a lot of work being a girl, you know?
Friday's Outfit 30 for 30 Day 7
Here is outfit number...7? Sure! Sounds good. It's Friday and I am very happy about that. Also, the uber-hot weather broke and its goooorgeous outside. I really shouldn't be inside. Bummer how work is inside.
Today is - I'm really dressed down, but I put on a nice sweater and jewelry so you can pretend I'm not. It is casusal Friday, after all. Also - shirt not particularly flattering (note to self). But very comfortable.
Outfit #7 is 7+20+26
Shoes: Steven Madden
Necklace, Rings, Bracelet: Tiffany
Ring: Ann Taylor Loft
Today is - I'm really dressed down, but I put on a nice sweater and jewelry so you can pretend I'm not. It is casusal Friday, after all. Also - shirt not particularly flattering (note to self). But very comfortable.
Outfit #7 is 7+20+26
Shoes: Steven Madden
Necklace, Rings, Bracelet: Tiffany
Ring: Ann Taylor Loft
Thursday, June 02, 2011
5/31, 6/1,6/2 365
May 31
Q: How much cash do you have in your wallet?
A: $21
Jun 1
Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how healthy are you?
A: I'll give myself a 6. In the plus column..I generally eat well, I exercise 4-6 hours a week, I have a generally positive outlook on life, I don't drink alcohol or caffeine. One the minus column - I smoke, I am overweight, and I have panic disorder, and a sensitive tummy. Oh those minuses are bad. Ok, 5.
Jun 2
Q: Should you trust your instincts?
A: Generally, yes. Sometimes no, when your instincts are leading you to a place that is comfortable, but not productive or good for you.
Q: How much cash do you have in your wallet?
A: $21
Jun 1
Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how healthy are you?
A: I'll give myself a 6. In the plus column..I generally eat well, I exercise 4-6 hours a week, I have a generally positive outlook on life, I don't drink alcohol or caffeine. One the minus column - I smoke, I am overweight, and I have panic disorder, and a sensitive tummy. Oh those minuses are bad. Ok, 5.
Jun 2
Q: Should you trust your instincts?
A: Generally, yes. Sometimes no, when your instincts are leading you to a place that is comfortable, but not productive or good for you.
30 for 30 Day 6
ok, now I'm sleepy and mad. I just wrote a post, hit publish, and...gone.
But what I said was - I'm really really sleepy this morning, for no apparent reason (slept just fine). And I don't have much to say. So here is outfit #6!
#6 is 9+15+29
Belt and Shoes: Talbots
Necklace: Forever21
Rings and Bracelet: Tiffanys
But what I said was - I'm really really sleepy this morning, for no apparent reason (slept just fine). And I don't have much to say. So here is outfit #6!
#6 is 9+15+29
Belt and Shoes: Talbots
Necklace: Forever21
Rings and Bracelet: Tiffanys
Wednesday, June 01, 2011
an experiment in diet
Yesterday we had a drinks/apps reception THING, at work. Today, we have LEFTOVERS. This has led to me eating little bits of things that are bad for me but quite delicious. And it has got me thinking about how easy it is to eat things that aren't the best. And it got me on a little research kick.
This is actually nothing new, my curiousity about something called the Paleo diet. I was introduced to it via a blog I read (when it was still published) by Kristin D. She also does Cross Fit and generally kicks ass, but that's neither here nor there.
At first I thought, yeah, yeah, Paleo is another word for Atkins. No grains, no legumes, etc. But its not. Fruit is encouraged.
Let me take a step back. The Paleo diet, for those of you who haven't heard, is based on the human diet in the Paleolithic Era, pre-agriculture. You eat like a caveman, basically. Meat. Fruit. Veg. Honey if you are a LUCKY caveman. No salt, no dairy, no legumes, no grains (well, if you WANT to eat wheat, just as it grows out of the ground, maybe ground into a rough paste, be my guest). No butter. Olive oil is ok. Cause we are Greek cavemen =)
But you get the point. I am of mixed mind about this. Normally, I avoid any and all diets that are overly restrictive. I am much more of the Weight Watchers, you can eat what you want just not too much of it school. This school no longers works for me.
I HAVE seen success over the years with repetitive menus. This is supposedly one of the "Secrets of the Skinny". Oof, it hurts to write that I still am a skinny person...in my head. This appeals to me when trying to start to change your diet. One of the most frustrating things is figuring out WHAT THE HECK TO EAT. So, you hit on a combo that works for you, and you repeat. Once you see results, you venture. It works.
So, combining this Paleo diet idea and my fondness for repetitive menus, well, I made up a menu. It doesn't differ much from what I already eat, actually. Here goes:
Breakfast
2 eggs, scrambled with
Spinach
Turkey Bacon
1 banana
Lunch
Big-ole salad from Whole Foods salad bar with some grilled chicken breast, couple of tofu pieces, and balsamic vinegar dressing
Peaches
Dinner
Some kind of protein (the only part that i plan to switch up - grilled shrimp, grilled or baked chicken, steak, bun-free burger, veggie burger, etc.)
Grilled veg - generally squash and/or asparagus or roasted peppers and mushrooms
Dessert
Coconut Milk Ice Cream with Honey
Ok - sounds pretty good, right? Seriously.
So, curious, I plugged this day into Weight Watchers. Guess what? Bam. Exact correct number of points for a day.
Freaky.
So, I am eating this tomorrow. (And dinner tonight, but full day tomorrow). If I like it, I will eat it the next day. Etc. If anything good happens as a result, or bad, I will tell you about it. But we're not calling it a diet, mmmkay? Ok then.
This is actually nothing new, my curiousity about something called the Paleo diet. I was introduced to it via a blog I read (when it was still published) by Kristin D. She also does Cross Fit and generally kicks ass, but that's neither here nor there.
At first I thought, yeah, yeah, Paleo is another word for Atkins. No grains, no legumes, etc. But its not. Fruit is encouraged.
Let me take a step back. The Paleo diet, for those of you who haven't heard, is based on the human diet in the Paleolithic Era, pre-agriculture. You eat like a caveman, basically. Meat. Fruit. Veg. Honey if you are a LUCKY caveman. No salt, no dairy, no legumes, no grains (well, if you WANT to eat wheat, just as it grows out of the ground, maybe ground into a rough paste, be my guest). No butter. Olive oil is ok. Cause we are Greek cavemen =)
But you get the point. I am of mixed mind about this. Normally, I avoid any and all diets that are overly restrictive. I am much more of the Weight Watchers, you can eat what you want just not too much of it school. This school no longers works for me.
I HAVE seen success over the years with repetitive menus. This is supposedly one of the "Secrets of the Skinny". Oof, it hurts to write that I still am a skinny person...in my head. This appeals to me when trying to start to change your diet. One of the most frustrating things is figuring out WHAT THE HECK TO EAT. So, you hit on a combo that works for you, and you repeat. Once you see results, you venture. It works.
So, combining this Paleo diet idea and my fondness for repetitive menus, well, I made up a menu. It doesn't differ much from what I already eat, actually. Here goes:
Breakfast
2 eggs, scrambled with
Spinach
Turkey Bacon
1 banana
Lunch
Big-ole salad from Whole Foods salad bar with some grilled chicken breast, couple of tofu pieces, and balsamic vinegar dressing
Peaches
Dinner
Some kind of protein (the only part that i plan to switch up - grilled shrimp, grilled or baked chicken, steak, bun-free burger, veggie burger, etc.)
Grilled veg - generally squash and/or asparagus or roasted peppers and mushrooms
Dessert
Coconut Milk Ice Cream with Honey
Ok - sounds pretty good, right? Seriously.
So, curious, I plugged this day into Weight Watchers. Guess what? Bam. Exact correct number of points for a day.
Freaky.
So, I am eating this tomorrow. (And dinner tonight, but full day tomorrow). If I like it, I will eat it the next day. Etc. If anything good happens as a result, or bad, I will tell you about it. But we're not calling it a diet, mmmkay? Ok then.
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