Lip Product Hoarding

When i stumble upon a lip product i like (based on formula, pigmentation etc) i tend to "collect" them by default. I never declare wanting to own all the colours!! but somehow i begin to collect them 1 by 1 or 2 by 2...until i end up with more than enough

This seems to be what's happening with bite beauty pencils and l.a.girl glazed lip paints (both cruelty free)

Peace In Changing Times

Max Ehrmann 


Desiderata

Go placidly amid the noise and haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons,
they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs;
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment
it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe,
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata, Copyright 1952.

Currently Loving: Candles

I had autumn on my wish list ever since i smelled it and it reminded me of my younger days and i repurchased merry cookie, which i bought last year as a mini candle.. it gives a warm and cozy feeling that's comforting at this time of year...it just makes me want to stay in and sip hot chocolate or coffee all day 

October Wishlist

Nyx immortal lipstick

As soon as i get things on one wishlist..i make another

Funky sunglasses

Bh cosmetics palettes (party girl, eyes on the '70s, 88 tropical shimmer)

Free people shoe liners

Fringe purse

Nars train bleu

Nars translucent powder

Black waterfall jacket (not leather)

Warrior Princess-Esque Style

I grew up watching Xena the warrior princess religiously...in my young mind she was everything....I also remember her being super resourceful..I loved her more than Ariel (disney princess) because she seemed so strong and fearless. I wanted that badass attitude

Recently i've been drawn to any style that's even vaguely warrior princess-y

Home Decor Inspiration: Lizmarie

I've been looking at lizmarie's blog for home decor inspiration...I cant wait to start decorating my house (yes I just moved into my apartment and had fun decorating it....but it's been 4 months and now I want to move into a house with a nice big yard

Thought for the Day

Today was a good day:
I made dinner for my family
Cleaned the bathroom
Washed my hair
Got insight on minimalism and achievement -- even if the method is "outdated" (distractions are the only problem...once you can eliminate them and stay focused consistently --- you will get where you need to be with patience)
And attempted to clean my room after rearranging it - I might finish tonight