Life Lessons from the Golden Girls

Everything I needed to know about life I learned from the Golden Girls. True story.

1. Keep cool & act maturely. That should be your motto for life.

 

2. Safe sex is never goes out of style.

 

3.  It's important to be open and honest about your feelings.



4. Get yourself some girlfriends that will tell you the brutal truth.

5. Put those tap lessons to good use. Dance parties cure just about anything.

 Have a great Thursday, just for the fun of it!

 

Fashion & Football & GBO

As you all know, I live in Tennessee. Home of the Volunteers. Can I get a GBO? that stands for go big orange, in case you don't know

Well, sports fans, kick-off is in six and a half weeks. Yep, that's just 45 days, and I'm trying to decide what I will wear to the home opener. Naturally.

If your team plays in the SEC, as all the best teams do, then you already know game day is about looking cute almost as much as it is about football. Wearing a t-shirt or jersey is a cardinal sin. Trust.

I've put together a few items I'd love to have for football season. In orange, of course.

 

What about you? What do you wear on game days? Let me know and go Vols!

Style Statement Tuesday

Welcome to Style Statement Tuesday!

Each week, I showcase a look I love that I think fits my style statement, which I have defined as 'Classic Casual.' It's also a place for you to link-up your outfit posts and inspirations. To read more about Style Statement Tuesday, click here.

This week's post is a little lackluster. As I mentioned yesterday, Kris and I went to a concert last weekend. I really meant to get a real pic of my outfit. I really did, but it didn't happen. So sorry about that. These awkward mirror pics will just have to do.

 

My main goal was to keep it cool and comfortable. I ended up knotting my skirt on one side, and that really helped.

 

 

My hair ended up going in a low bun before the concert started, but overall, I was happy with what I chose to wear. There was definitely tons of maxi skirts going on that night.

 

 

 

Link up and share your style!





 

 



Weekend Update & I'm getting too old for this sh*t

This weekend Kris and I made the 4 hour drive from Knoxville to Cincinnati to see Dave Matthews Band in concert. As Dave shows always are, it was great. However, I caught my 28 year old self saying things that my 21 year old self would have been ashamed of. Some quotes from the night...

"Will you go refill my water bottle?"

"We need orange juice for mimosas."

"Oh no! I forgot my sunscreen!"

"I don't want another drink. It's too hot."

"I'm getting pot smoke blown all in my face."

"I need to sit down; my back is starting to hurt."

"My feet are killing me."

"These people are really wasted."

So, the moral of the story? I'm too old for lawn seats.

If you are nearing 30 like me, check this out. It will blow your mind. And maybe make you a little depressed.

 

 

Happy Monday! Linking up for Weekend Shenanigans!

 

 



Fitness Survey

It has been a month of Sundays since I wrote a fitness post (which probably explains why I've put on about 4 pounds). Kris and I are really hitting the health and fitness lifestyle hard this week because we are tired of the yo-yoing. When I saw this fitness survey on Nikki's blog I knew I had to take it and share with you.

1. What did you eat for breakfast? Mixed nuts and a banana.

2. How much water do you drink a day? About 60 ounces. A lot more now that I gave up soft drinks.

3. What is your current favorite workout? I love yoga and walking. Those are my all time faves.

4. How many calories do you eat a day? 1200 is my goal, but I don’t get too mad at myself if I reach 1400. I’m doing better this week than I have in a long time.

5. What are your favorite healthy snacks? Apples. I love apples!

6. What do you usually eat for lunch? I usually pack my lunch or grab the lite nutty mixed up salad at Jason’s Deli.

7. What is your favorite body part to strength train? Arms.

8. What is your least favorite body part to strength train? Thighs, which are what needs it the most.

9. What are your “bad” food cravings? Sweets. I’m like a sugar-aholic

10. Do you take vitamins or supplements? No. I know I should, but I just don’t.

11. How often do you eat out? Once or twice a week. More often lunch than anything.

12. Do you eat fast food? Sometimes, but not often. It makes me feel gross.

13. Who is your biggest supporter? My husband.

14. Do you have a gym membership? Yes, well a yoga studio membership.

15. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 6-8 hours

16. Do you have a “cheat” day? No, I try not to. I find that if I let myself cheat I have a harder time not cheating the next day. It’s easier for me to just stick to it. Cheat days have been my downfall every single time I’ve tried to diet.

17. Do you drink alcohol? Yes, I’m a wino. Which I don't consider a vice.

18. Do you have a workout buddy? Not really. I walk with my husband sometimes, but mostly I go it alone.

19. What is the best thing that has changed about your life since committing to a healthy lifestyle? How I feel about myself. One healthy choice leads to another and I love how healthy choices make me feel.

20. What was the last healthy thing you did? Got up at 6am to workout!

Makeup Routine

I get a lot of questions about my makeup routine, and I've changed it up a little since my last post so I figured I'd let you know what I'm doing differently.

I have 2 makeup bags. The makeup I use day-to-day is in the smaller bag.

Before I really get into my routine, here are some things you should know about my makeup habits  and what I use:

1. I don't wear tons of makeup
2.  Generally, I'm a creature of habit when it comes to the products I use
3. It takes me about 15 minutes to apply my makeup because I'm a slowpoke
4. I spend more time on my mascara than anything else

Face:

Garnier BB Cream in Light/Medium - this product changed my life. I love that it evens out my skin tone and just generally makes it look better. It's one of the best BB creams I've used. I know it won't work for me forever, but right now I'm loving it!

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser in Brightener - this was recommended to me. I don't love it, but I like it better than any other under eye concealer I've used. I'm starting to think I set my expectations too high.

Nars Concealer in Vanilla - I switched from MAC studio fix concealer to this. It's easier to apply and has the same amount of coverage.

MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in N5 - love this stuff. It offers great coverage and keeps my skin finish matte. I've been using this for years.

Bare Escentuals All Over Face Color in Glee - my mom gave this to me and I really like it. It's very natural looking. When I run out, I probably won't buy it myself, but it is doing the job for now.

Eyes:

MAC Eye Shadow in Mystery - love it, been using it for years. I use this on my eyebrows and sometimes as liner.

Cover Girl Professional Super Thick Lash Mascara in Very Black - this is a new purchase for me. So far, I've been just as impressed with this as I have been with any other mascara I've ever used.

Lips:

MAC Lipstick in Loverlorn - this is the perfect pink for me. I can add a jazzy lip gloss over it to punch it up or use my lip conditioner for a more conservative approach.

MAC Tinted Lip Conditioner in Fuchsia Fix - MAC doesn't always have this in stock, but it doesn't matter because it lasts forever. I've had this for over 3 years and it's not even half empty. Gotta love that! I couldn't find this on MAC's website, I think it's seasonal.

Routine:

Apply BB cream all over my face, being careful to blend.
Apply dark circle eraser under my eyes and blend
Apply concealer on breakouts, if necessary
Dust studio fix over my forehead, nose, and chin.
Apply blush to the apples of my cheeks and blend upward towards my hairline.
Apply mystery to my eyebrows with a slightly damp angle brush.
Curl eyelashes
Apply 1-2 coats of mascara, allowing time to dry inbetween each coat.
Curl eyelashes again.
Apply 1 more coat of mascara.
Apply lipstick and blot.
Apply lip conditioner.

I almost never wear eye shadow. Sometimes, I wear eyeliner, and when I do I dampen my angle brush and use MAC mystery to line the top lid of my eyes.

So there you have it. My "nobody paid me to try this" makeup routine. Occasionally, when I receive promotional products, I find one I really love and incorporate it into my daily routine. However, I usually always fall back on these products.

What makeup products do you love?

Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles Review

I received Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles in my Sunkissed Vox Box from Influenster a couple of weeks ago, and I was so pumped! I am a long time user of insoles for my heels. I am NOT the girl who can wear heels all day without a little help. Trust me, you do not want to be around me if my feet hurt.

I loved the Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles! They were thin enough to fit into my shoes without squishing my feet, and they made my heels so comfy! I will definitely be wearing these again, and again, and again.