Break time...

Ugggghhhh. I hate filling out job applications. They want to know every Bubba you've ever known! (ok so maybe not everyone you've ever known, but they sure as hell ask a LOT of seemingly-unrelated questions).

I have to finish tweaking my CV for tomorrow and send that off in the mail and I'm still waiting to hear back from the people I interviewed twice with! 

All this waiting business ain't none too fun. 

In the meantime, I've decided to start making jewelry again.  I've always had a passion for jewelry.  I've been making jewelry since I was 12 years old! I really don't know how I learned to do it; I just kind of picked it up and went from there. I really enjoy it. It relaxes me. I think I might make a tutorial on it.  

I'm kind of scared to make makeup videos for youtube because I've seen how cruel with comments people can get and that scares me. But, surely there's nothing wrong with jewelry, right? (i.e. it can't draw as many cruel commentaries?) I mean, I fully expect when people find out where I'm from there will be a flood of "backwards, backwater, dumbass, racist, redneck" type comments, but that's a stereotype, and that's dumb. Most Southerners are not like that at all. But I know people are still going to say it. . . C'est domage, mais c'est la vie. 

I'll edit this post later with whatever I decide to make. ^.^

Found it!

Here's a tip that some may not know:

E.L.F. products are available at most cheap-ey like stores.

Here's a list of where and what E.L.F. products  I've found in person:

K-Mart - eye shadows, lip gloss, lip stick, brow tamer

Holliday's - eyeshadows, lip gloss, lip stick, mascara

Fred's - Brushes, eyeshadows, lip gloss, lip stick, mascara

The trend seems to be to carry the essentials of makeup. However, if you luck up, you might find that the store carries E.L.F. brushes (unfortunately, they aren't the black studio label), and they are still just a dollar!

I've ordered from E.L.F. before and it is true that the have bad shipping and it takes for-ev-er.

So, if you're wanting to try their stuff out first, or you like having cheap brushes, give your local dollar store a try. You'd be surprised at what you can find!

<3sba

I love lipgloss...

I do! Since I was 12, I was scared to have dry lips because all my girl friends at school were talking about first kisses. (Mind you, I didn't have mine until much, much later in life!) But, I found that wearing lip gloss was addictive. Thus, I started collecting them and carrying them in my purse. I guarantee you, if I were to dump out my purse right now, I would have at least 10 bottles/tubes/wands of lipgloss in it. I know my glosses.

That's why I want to introduce a current favorite of mine by Nivea called "A Kiss of Shine." OMG. It's so great for an every day gloss. The product claims it leaves a clear, glossy shine with no sticky-ness, and moisturizes.  Check, check, and check.  The only downside is that it does have preservatives in it (read: parabens) which might be harmful to our bodies (the scientists are still out on that one).  But otherwise, it is an absolutely great product and an absolutely gorgeous color! I think it's about 3$ at CVS/Walgreens, but it's well worth it.  It also comes in red, pink, natural(the one I have), and clear. The only thing that could make this product better is to remove the preservatives and add SPF 12.  Overall, if you want an inexpensive, medicated lip gloss with just a touch of color, this is the product for you!

Nivea's Website - this is the color I have called Natural

A beauty related post! Finally!

I know, I've been AWOL again. Been trying to find a job...It's hard though. The economy is such trash that my degree is useless. But that's where I've been. Interviewing and filling out applications and what not.

Now, here's a sleek little find (imo). Many girls out there who like to use brushes will find this useful.  Xteeener mentioned these brushes before in one of her many tutorials, as I'm sure other gurus on youtube have.

But, you can now find Lowe Cornell brushes at Wal-Mart! (Previously you could only find them Hobby Lobby or craft stores).  They are a mere 5$ for a pack that comes with many sizes. (At craft stores, they'll run you double the price!) If your Wal-Mart recently re-modeled to the fancy-smancy Wal-Mart, they should be in the craft section with the paints. 

These brushes are really soft and good for eyes, lips, nails, and other details that regular make-up brushes just don't quite get. I personally haven't tried them yet, but I do plan to soon, and I'll let you know how that goes. Enjoy and happy bargain!

So...

Got my hair cut, and I must say, I am a little surprised.

I was ready to give Syd free reign, and after about six or seven years of having the same hair cut, I told him he could do whatever he wanted. When he saw how long my hair was, he said, "Omg, you're hair is so long. I'm kinda liking it. It's very rocker-chick. That natural curl?" And then he started dishing dirt on celebs...it was great!

And he gave me the same hair cut I've had for over six years...only better.

I'm still adjusting. I usually don't wear my hair curly...I like board straight hair, but for the past two days, I've been poofy and curly (but not frizzy thanks to Syd). It's growing on me, but currently the jury is still out. Before and afters to come soon. Also, possibly a little tutorial on spring looks and product reviews: UNDER EYE CREAMS THAT WORK! WOOT!

One of my (acrylic) nails just popped off. :( Speaking of which, my fiance and I are having hard times finding jobs. He says he's going to take up construction. I told him if he does that, I get to go to beauty school. He agreed. But I'm seriously thinking about saving up money for nail tech school. Only 2 months and about 2,000 bucks. Not bad...

Exciting News, Good News, Bad News

Good News: So, tomorrow I have a hair appointment which is good because I need one desperately. My hair is a train wreck right now. Split ends galore!

Exciting News: And I'm supposed to get my hair done by this hair master to Hollywood super-stars like Cindy Crawford, Tina Turner, etc. (CINDY CRAWFORD! i used to want to be her when I was like, 10!!!) AND it's only going to cost me a 30 minute trip + 50 for the cut!!!

Bad News: It's supposed to rain and thunderstorm very badly tomorrow afternoon, so I probably won't be able to travel and will have to reschedule.

If you want to ooh and ahh over gorgeous couture hair and make-up, go to these guys following links; they are am-a-zing!

http://www.billyandsyd.com/ <----their salon's site Syd, the Hollywood Hair Master
billybbeauty <----simply ah-maz-ing!!! He does Pink, Beyonce, Lauryn Hill, Meg Ryan, Michelle Pfiefer, TRYA BANKS, SARAH JESSICA PARKER....the list just goes on and on... (and he and my mom where friends in high school...who'd have thought that out in the sticks, there lurk such great talents?)

Anyway, I leave you with a picture of my poor, horribly mistreated hair. I <3 my chi too much.
Here is the hair after the chi. Much of an improvement.