Mascara Review: Maybelline "Pulse Perfection"

Even though I've been wanting to try this mascara for awhile, the price held me back for awhile.  When I saw it for 50% off at the local Rite Aid, I couldn't resist!

I tried Waterproof (it may be a pain to get off, but it holds curl) in Very Black.  I have to say, I was very happy with the results.  I hate clumps and love length, and this was perfect for both.

I would definitely recommend this mascara to fellow clump-phobes!

Sweet Disposition

I know this is probably old news to half the world, but I don't care.  I am so loving this song, and it's so nice to see a good band get recognition and big deals. 

"Sweet Disposition" - The Temper Trap

So long, Summer (almost)

I know I haven't written a blog in quite awhile, I was actually planning on posting a pic of when I received the dress that I won, but it still isn't here... so that will have to wait.

Usually I find that I don't write because either nothing "exciting" has happened, or because of the fact that I've always somewhat attempted to keep negativity out of my blog.  I don't know why I do that to be honest, since this blog is supposed to serve as a type of outlet in many ways. Don't get me wrong, nothing tragic has happened, I just in general am not a person that does very well with change - and there seems to be a lot of it lately.  Moving, changing schools, husband changing work offices... and of course absolutely bleeding money because of moving (crazy deposits, boxes, and finding someone to help us move... or hiring someone, and then of course had to buy all my school books as well).

When I'm stressed out or overwhelmed I tend to either avoid whatever it is by burying my head in the sand... or more literally in a pillow or my couch (a great concern for Delilah, who frantically tries to uncover my face to kiss).  And whenever I eventually have to face it head-on, I feel overwhelmed and think of the worst-case scenario.  As much as I'd love to be different, I can't help who I am or magically transform into an optimist, or even someone who likes and desires change.

Anyways, that's what I've been up to, preparing for moving and school.  I've been trying to think positively since the largest obstacles really have already been cleared (Russ transferring, me transferring, and actually finding a place).  I just know that it/I won't feel okay again until it's all finished and I'm settled into the new school. 

Today I was driving and a couple of leaves fell from a tree, leaves that probably made a nice crunchy sound as I drove over them.  For a moment I thought of fall, my favorite time of year. Cooler weather, Apple Hill, and of course, cute cozy comfy cardigans... this thought reminded me that all of this too will pass.

And of course, to anyone actually out there, sorry for my whine-fest!!

I won?!

I'm so psyched! I, someone who never wins a.n.y.t.h.i.n.g just won a dress from Shabby Apple via a giveaway hosted by Kater at All This Happiness (beautiful blog)!

Just thought I'd share and send a huge thanks to Kater for hosting the awesome giveaway!

And here's the dress, too cute!!!

"Oh La La" Dress

It's currently sold out, but I should have it soon :) Yay!

Here, there...

Lake Natoma... for some fishing (Russ) and reading (Me)

Me in my dorky getup, I still managed to get a terrible sunburn even with sunblock on.

Day trip to San Francisco to escape the heat in our hometown... it was about thirty degrees cooler there.  Yes, PLEASE!

We really didn't do much in San Francisco, but this was one of my favorite parts of the day, watching the sunset by the ocean, and forgetting that it was early July (hence my red nose, it was freeeezing!).  I also enjoyed our delicious plums from the fabulous farmers market in the ferry building, and the tasty pot- stickers from a little restaurant we discovered during our last visit.

We decided we need to plan a little getaway somewhere else... as for me, I feel the need... the need for big trees!

It must be love...

When I find something that is a deal AND amazing... I feel like I just have to share it with someone, ANYONE!

I'm actually a bit of a YouTube beauty video junkie, and watched a video (I can't remember which one it was), and the girl in it highly recommended this...

L'Oreal Extra Intense Liquid Pencil Eyeliner (pictured above in brown, I bought black)

And lucky me, our local Rite Aid had it on sale for less than six dollars.  If you've ever used Urban Decay's eyeliners (which in my opinion are amazing, but too expensive for me), I would compare the way it goes on to be much like those eyeliners, yet less than half of the cost.  It glides on VERY smooth and easily, and with a lot of intensity, I would love it if they had it in some other colors!

Love it!

Lack of inspiration...

I can't even say how many times I've logged into Blogger and wanted to post something, anything. I am just drawing a complete blank lately!

Nothing much is new here, I'm back in school for summer semester, and then... yikes, I transfer to a university...  Which means we will be moving soon, so I'm super stressed about that... new town (more expensive area).  Ahhh... oh well.

I've been wanting to do a new look in here, to maybe inspire me a bit... so who knows maybe you will see a new look in here soon!

Since I don't have anything else to say, I thought I'd share a song I really love right now.  Congratulations by MGMT.  I love MGMT :)

It's not a music video - just a song, enjoy :)