Concealer — My Favorite

For yeeeeeaaaarrrsssss I’ve used Prescriptives Cosmetics’ Camouflage Cream, and I’ve yet to find another that covers and blends as well as this one! It’s natural looking, yet it COVERS like no other. You can only order it online. A close second would be Smashbox’s concealer. Continue reading →

Unicorns & Comic Sans

As most of you know I hate Comic Sans — click the link if you want the low down. Whenever people see things about comic sans, they send it to me, and here’s one I’ve received recently. I must say, I couldn’t have said it better myself!! Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #12 — Mom’s Vintage Jewelry as Inspiration

When I was a little girl, I just looooooooved digging in my mom’s jewelry box. I could spend hooooooouuuuurrrrrssss looking at and organizing her things. Well, as a “big” girl, I have been known to do the very same thing, and after one of my jewelry box sessions, I asked her if I could have … Continue reading →

Green is Great Juice

Call it whatever you want, but green juice is yummy! If someone would have told me that I would drink something green one day and like it, I would have gone completely Cajun on them … yet, lo and behold, green juice is in my belly. My hubby and I were inspired by the documentary … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #11 — Matryoshka Necklace as Inspiration

Whew! It’s been a while!! Uber busy, but thank you for your patience!!! On one of my little shopping sprees I found this cool “triple” necklace at H&M — three necklaces in one, heck yes! The charms consist of  a mossy green stone, a light pink stone, and a coral-y pink Matryoshka doll! I decided … Continue reading →

I’m on a Hammock …

Without my flippy-flops! There’s something magical about days in the mid-70s with a mild breeze. Although I was pretty busy over spring break, I did decide to take me time. I love to feel the sun (with SPF on) on my skin and feel God’s breath blow the hammock gently. I felt like I was … Continue reading →

Versatile Enchiladas

This is one of my go-to recipes, and it’s so versatile! I make it vegetarian, but you could easily make this vegan or with chicken or steak if that’s your thing! Vegan–substitute cheeses for vegan products Carnivors–Cook the meats till they are almost done on the inside Vegetarian Version: Ingredients: 2 cans black beans 1- … Continue reading →

Dad’s Bean Dip

My dad used to make this for us on the weekends, yummmmmy! I’ve altered it a bit to make it low fat. This is a perfect snack, or side dish! The recipe can be altered for more people. I’m the only one in my house who eats this, so I use only one can of … Continue reading →

Building an Outfit #10 — Red Skinnies as Inspiration

I LOVE red! When fall began I was on a mission from the fashion gods to find red pants, and I fulfilled my mission and actually ended up with two pairs. One is a bit of a warmer red with bootcut legs, and the one I’m writing about today is a cooler red in a … Continue reading →

Photo Shoot for Jills of all Trade!

Saturday I had the pleasure of working with three very talented and passionate ladies. I was able to rejuvenate my love for makeup artistry and watch others bloom and glow about their passions as well. Plus, it gave me a great reason to purge my makeup kit … I cleaned that thing out like nobody’s … Continue reading →