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On Wednesdays We Confess Vol 54

Yah for Wednesday being here!!! It’s been a great week for me so far but I will admit I am ready for Friday to get here. I’m sure I’m not the only one .  I feel like this week is going to drag for me though because I have my vacation coming up. Does anyone ever feel like this happens to them as well? One thing that doesn’t have to drag though is my confessions for this week. So here we go…

I confess that I have some collaborations with some business coming to the blog soon. I am really excited about them.

I confess that I have stepped out of my comfort zone by reaching out to business for collaborations. It has been a rewarding experience though! I a huge Thank You to Leslie from Peaches & Willows for helping me be comfortable with reaching out to businesses.

I confess that my boss gave my another huge project to do. It’s great to know that she trusts me to take on these type of projects; however, the stress that comes with it…not so great. I just hope that the finished project is good enough.

I confess that I had a great experience at European Wax Center. If you have one near your area, I highly recommend them for any waxing needs you may have or are thinking about. They were so friendly and professional.

I confess that I have slowly been getting myself back into the blogging grove. Lately I have felt like once I come home from work, I want to do nothing. However, I can’t let you or myself down with this blog.

I confess that May is my birthday month!!! I am thinking about doing a birthday giveaway! Which I may be needing some fellow bloggers to join in. If you’re interested let me know!

I confess that I’ve had a few dizzy spells this week. I believe it has to do with my sinuses. Hopefully! This weather has been so bi-polar lately.

I confess that I am thinking about doing another series on the blog. Yes another one. 🙂 It will be all about face masks and sheet masks. I just have to figure out what I want to call that series…This series would be right up my ally because I have so many sheet masks! So why not review them and tell y’all about them.

Those are my confessions for this week! I appreciate you spending time with me today and reading my random ramblings/thoughts. You guys rock!! Enjoy the rest of your Wednesday!

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May 2017 Goals

I say this every month but I can not believe that May is here already. April flew by for me because I was busy with work projects and events. Though April was busy, I accomplished several things which could have stressed me out. Instead of allowing the craziness get to me, it gave me fuel to want to kick butt.  I will admit though with work being so busy, my blog suffered a bit.  So I really plan on getting back into gear with blogging. I have several ideas for future posts, so be on the look out.  Now let’s see how I did with my goals last month!

April Goals Revisited: Blog & Personal

-Write 3 beauty posts// This did not happen. So this makes me want to get my self into high gear and bring y’all come beauty posts!

–Start putting together the two new series I will be featuring on the blog// Yes!!! My Blogger Bliss series is underway. Meet Leslie and Kathleen. The other series is in the works.

-Continue to eat healthy// Yes. For the most part I ate healthy but there were days were I had cheat days. I consider that balance. So I’m good with that.

-Do some Spring decluttering// I did get rid of some beauty products that I was not going to use or that I had too many off. I gave them to my aunt to try out.

3/4 I’m pretty proud of myself for accomplishing my goals last month. I took it easy on myself because things have been very busy lately.

May Goals: Blog & Personal 

-Write two beauty posts// Yes I know I did not write any beauty posts last month but this month I’m determined to get this done!

-Finish reading “Talking As Fast As I Can” by Lauren Graham// I started reading this book and I’m enjoying it so far.

-Get my skin in check// Y’all my forehead has been having some series breakouts. I hate it because I have never had issues with acne but with a new medication I have been taking….it has caused me to breakout. I’m not having it. These breakouts have to go. Let’s hope I can get it under control.

-Continue to reach out to brands for collaborations// I have been getting out of my comfort zone and contacting brands to be considered for collaborations. I’m not getting my hopes up but hey at least I’m getting out of my comfort zone.

-Continue getting ideas together for my series collaboration// I would love to have this series started by June.

-Get back to working out 3 x’s a week// I slacked a little last month and was not consistent.

What did you accomplish in April? What are your goals for this month? Let me know in the comments below!

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Blogger Bliss #2: Meet Kathleen

Welcome to the second week of the Blogger Bliss series! This series has given me so much motivation for STH recently. I have loved being able to connect with other bloggers and learn more about them. Having fellow blogging friends is so important to me and I just love being able to get to know other’s better.

This week I am excited to be introducing y’all to Kathleen from Places I Will Go. She and I met briefly a year ago while attending the Thrive Blogging Conference. We have reconnected and I could not be happier because we have a ton of things in common. She and I live in the same area and plan on meeting up soon. I hope you enjoy getting to know more about Kathleen, she’s amazing!

Hi Sweet Tea and Hydrangeas readers!  My name is Kathleen and you can find me over at Places I Will Go. I’m a middle school history teacher and consider myself a part-time blogger.  I have been blogging for about 7 years now, but have been doing it seriously for about 4 years.  I am a Texas native, but lived in Florida for about 3 years while I worked for the Walt Disney Company.  I consider myself a lifestyle blogger, because you can find several different things on my blog but I would love to move into a more concentrated niche and am working on doing just that.  A few of my favorite things include; reading, photography, Target, Bravo, movie theaters, Dr. Pepper, and traveling!  
 
1. What are some blog posts that readers should start with to get to know you better?
Boy it was hard to narrow it down to just three!  But if you read these three posts I think you’ll have a good sense of who I am as a person and blogger! 🙂
 
3 Things
30 Before 30
Exploring Houston: Murals of the City – This is one of my most read posts and is travel themed which is the niche I’m really hoping to move into this summer! 
 
2. What inspired you to start a blog? How did you come up with your blog name?
I started my blog in the fall of 2010 while I was still in college.  I had one more semester of college left and knew I would be moving to Florida after graduation so I wanted a place where I could document this new chapter in my life.  I really had no idea blogging would become such a big part of my life when I started.  But I am so thankful that I decided to start because it has introduced me to a whole world that I love being a part of. 
 
As for my blog name, Places I Will Go, just seemed like the perfect way to introduce my next chapter.  I was leaving Texas and moving to a new state, with a new job, and knew I would be starting a new life.  People get a little confused when it comes to my blog name because it totally sounds like it is exclusively a travel blog, but sadly it is not.  But I am trying to rebrand the blog in that direction because travel is something that I absolutely LOVE, especially since taking my very first trip to Europe in the summer of 2015.  So stick around because this summer the blog is getting a nice little brand make over and I have some exciting changes coming! 🙂
 
3. How has blogging made an impact on your life? What has been your biggest/ proudest blogging moment? 
 
As I mentioned, blogging has become so much more than I ever thought it would be when I first started.  I have made some of the best friends though blogging- Ashley from The Wandering Weekenders, Jenn from Going the Distance, and Jessica from Lovely Little Things/Glisten Fit (she was actually my very first blogging friend/blate ever!  I even went to her wedding 3 years ago!) are just a few of the friendships I’ve made through blogging.  I attended my first blogging conference, Thrive, here in Houston and made some more great connections with fellow bloggers in Houston.  I’ve met so many inspiring women through my little space of the internet and that has been the most gratifying and impactful thing this little hobby of mine has made.
I think my proudest blogging moment was two years ago, I had written a review on the travel company I used for my trip to Europe, Go Ahead Tours, and after having read my post, the company actually contacted me about  featuring one of my pictures in their large catalog and also featuring me in an interview in the spring catalog they released in the Spring of 2016.  I just felt so validated as a blogger after all that excitement.  It meant people were actually reading my writing and found value in it.  Fingers crossed there are more moments like that in my future!
4. What are your favorite topics to blog about?
 
I love blogging about my travel experiences, books I’ve read, and also big things that happen in my life.  I started this blog to document different parts my life and I’ve found that those are the posts that people tend to like the most.  
 
5. If you could meet any blogger, who would it be?
 
Ok I’m gonna cheat a little bit and put two of the bloggers I would love to met one day.  
 
First up would be Lauren from Aspiring Kennedy.  She is a native Texas like me but lives in London with her adorable little family.  She is a travel blogger and helps people plan travel itineraries not only to London but to other destinations as well.  I’ve been reading her blog for about 3 or 4 years now and I just love following along with her.  She has a great writing style and has such a genuine persona online.  I think she would be a fabulous person to have tea with and spend the afternoon strolling the streets of Notting Hill with! 
 
Next up would be Helene from Helene in Between.  She too is a native Texan and is also a travel blogger (are you seeing the theme here?).  She and her husband recently moved to Germany and are living their dreams of traveling all over Europe for the next few years.  She blogs about travel and offers great blogging tips on her website.  She too has a fantastic writing style and takes the dreamiest pictures of her travels.  If I could switch places with her, I totally would.  (and yes, I realize that sounds the tiniest bit creepy, sorry I’m not sorry) 🙂
 
Now Just for Fun:
 
6. What are your hobbies besides blogging?
i’m a HUGE reader, you can read some of my latest book review posts here and here.   I love exploring new places around the city I live in, going to the movies, photography, and watching all the TV shows.  
 
7. What is your dream vacation spot? What has been your favorite destination that you’ve traveled to so far? (I know you enjoy traveling)
 
Right now my dream vacation spot is Bora Bora or Fuji!  The pictures I have seen from those Pacific Islands are totally dreamy.  Staying in one of those bungalows on the crystal clear blue water would be the ultimate relaxation in my humble opinion.  
 
My favorite travel destination so far has been Amsterdam but Lake Como, Italy comes a close second.  Amsterdam had the best weather and was so easy to get around.  But Lake Como was absolutely GORGEOUS and had tasty food and of course gelato.  Enough said. 
 

8. What television shows are you currently watching? 
Currently I am watching…..Southern Charm, Real Housewives of New York, The Amazing Race (it’s my dream to one day be on this show with my brother), Famous in Love, Dancing with the Stars, Parks and Rec, Designated Survivor, and 
 
9. What is your favorite thing about being a teacher? 
 
I’ll be honest, I’m struggling with my love of teaching right now.  So this isn’t the best time for me to answer this question. There is a lot going on with me when it comes to my job and I’m currently working on figuring out just what I need to do to get back to the reason I became a teacher.  Now if you had asked me this question four years ago I would have said teaching a subject I’m passionate about (I teach history and majored in it in college) and see my students succeed and develop an appreciation for history.  I feel like lots of people think it’s boring.  And I love showing students that history is so much more than just a bunch of dates.  One of my favorite quotes about history comes from a book I read by Jodi Picoult, “History isn’t about dates and places and wars.  It’s about the people who fill the spaces between them.”  
 
10. What are three books you would recommend reading? 
The Royal We by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan
Throne of Glass Series by Sarah J Maas
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
 
These are three great books from three different genres.  I wanted to include a little something for everyone! 🙂
Connect with Kathleen:
Instagram: kathleennorris
Twitter: Kalady88
Pinterest: Places I Will Go
Thank You so much Kathleen for being apart of the Blogger Bliss Series! I hope y’all enjoyed getting to know her better! Make sure to show her some love by connecting with her!
If you’re interested in being featured email me at sweettea.hydrangeas@yahoo.com
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On Wednesdays We Confess Vol 53

Happy Wednesday Y’all! This week has flown by, yet been going by slowly. If that makes any sense at all. I can not believe that April is over with this week. Honestly I do not know where this month went. I’ve been super busy so that may explain why. Enough about my busy month let’s get into my confessions.

I confess that I tried the Starbucks Unicorn Frapp and didn’t go into a sugar coma. It wasn’t horrible but it is not my favorite drink from there.

I confess that I am ready to be sitting on a beach with my toes in the sand.

I confess that my boyfriend has been talking about rings and marriage a lot lately. He wants to go look at rings while we are on vacation. So maybe I’ll be engaged sooner or later. Send me some good vibes! 🙂

I confess that I got a two-hour massage over the weekend and my left shoulder is already knotting up again. Not cool!

I confess that I am very excited about a potential affiliate/sponsored post.

I confess that I am loving my new Blogger Bliss Series. Last week I featured Leslie and everyone loved meeting her. Tomorrow I will be featuring Kathleen who is a fellow TX blogger. So make sure to come back tomorrow and show her some love.

I confess that I splurged with buying some new skincare products from the Sephora VIB sale. I will have my review coming once they come in.

I confess that I am thinking about doing a series featuring my favorite face masks/sheet masks. Would any of you be interested in those type of reviews? I am addicted to sheet masks, so I think it would be fun to do. Let me know what you think in the comments below.

What has been going on in your life lately? I’d love to hear in the comments below.

Hope everyone has an amazing Wednesday!

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Blogger Bliss #1: Meet Leslie

Happy Thursday Y’all!! Welcome to the Blogger Bliss series. This series is all about building relationships with my fellow bloggers and getting to know them better. I find that having blogging friends is so important. I think all of y’all would agree.

Today, I am so excited to be featuring my dear friend Leslie from Peaches & Willow. Leslie and I met through a blogging support group and since then we have been blogging besties. She has been one of my biggest cheerleaders and someone I can vent to when needed. She and I are always bouncing ideas off of each other and we are currently working together on another blogging series. She is such an amazingly sweet person! Grab your favorite drink and make yourself cozy while I introduce you to Leslie.

1. What are some blog posts that readers should start with to get to know you better?

The Happy List
Coffee Talk
10 Ways to Rock Your Self Confidence

2. What inspired you to start a blog? How did you come up with your blog name?
Peaches & Willow is a combination of where i’m from and my puppy’s name.
Peaches because I’m from Georgia; We’re known for growing peaches so ladies are often called Georgia Peaches and Willow is my mastiff/shepherd mix’s name. When I was re-doing my blog last year I wanted a change that was a reflection of me and this just clicked.

I originally started blogging when my son started kindergarten as a way for our family out of state to keep up with us. A couple years later I figured out that I could make blogging a public thing so I took a huge leap and re-designed my blog and changed directions with the content I was publishing. It became a way for me to get things out of my head and off my heart. My blog is my happy place because I love sharing my honest, raw, most vulnerable self.

3. What motivates you to keep blogging and growing your site?
When I was younger I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life but I always knew one thing, I wanted to change someone’s life. I wanted people to know they’re never alone. I’ve got a heart for sharing small businesses and cheering other women on and I can do that with my blog.

Peaches & Willow is my safe place, it’s something that is truly all mine. I want it to be the kind of place others can come for inspiration and openness without judgement. I strive to make it the kind of place that feels like getting cozy in your best friend’s living room for coffee and lots of talks. I want you to leave feeling inspired, refreshed and happy.

4. What are your favorite topics to blog about?
I love what I call, heart moments; those little things that can’t be scheduled because they just come to you in a random moment that excites you and makes you feel like you just have to get them out. Those are my favorite things to blog about.

5. What has been your biggest/ proudest blogging moment?
This year has been so full of amazing blogging moments. One of my proudest blogging moments was when I scored my first sponsor last month. It was a goal I had wanted to accomplish for a really long time but I was so scared. I had no idea where to start but another blogger friend of mine gave me some advice, I followed it and started e-mailing companies my pitch. Before I knew it I had nine companies that said yes. The first one felt so surreal because it was a dream come true. I still get butterflies and do a little happy dance when I get those yes messages.

Twenty seventeen has been a huge blessing for my blogging dreams because another fellow blogger saw a post about my goals for 2017. One of them was to host a link up so she invited me to be a co-host in their link up, called Welcome Home Wednesdays. The first couple weeks Betsy had to walk me through step by step but she taught me so much about coding (another blogging goal) and the posts that used to take me two hours to do now only take me about 20 minutes. I feel a huge sense of accomplishment every week when I hit publish on that post.

6. What are your long term goals for your blog?
I would love to start making money off of it but only if I still am enjoying it. One of the podcasts I listen to said that when your hobbies start to feel like a job and the joy of them is gone, you’re doing them for the wrong reasons. I never want to reach that point and if I do then it’ll be time to re-evaluate what I’m doing and why.

7. What are your hobbies besides blogging?
Does being a beach bum count because I could totally do that all day. every day. But really, my other hobbies are making jewelry and making cute tee shirts and mugs with my Cricut. I also really enjoy cooking with my husband, he’s an amazing cook so we just get in the kitchen together and have fun.

8. What is your dream vacation spot?
Well, I’ve already been to mine but I dream about going back or even living there. On our honeymoon my husband & I went to Kauai, Hawaii and fell in love with it. Everything is like paradise there. Even the rainy days were beautiful. You could drive the whole island in one day if you didn’t stop. You literally drive until the road stops. I was so in love with the small town life in the little cities because everything is so close and so safe that the kids still walk to school. On out first day there my husband and I were eating lunch at a small cafe when the owner’s daughter came in after school, changed into her soccer uniform and headed back up the hill to school for soccer practice. That’s the kind of life want for my children.

In Stephanie May Wilson’s book, The Lipstick Gospel, she talks about where she found God. I think this is where I fell in love with God again. It was the most beautiful and humbling trip I’ve ever had and the people, Oh the people! They were so nice and cheerful all the time. They say the South is known for its hospitality but Hawaii takes the cake on that one (and I’m from the South).

9. What are some of your holy grail makeup products?

W7 Colour Me Nude Eyeshadow Palette
(this one if from their website, which is based out of the UK but I found mine at Marshall’s for $6.99

Essence Say No To Dark Circles

Wet ‘n Wild 1 Step Wonder Gel Polish in Air Apparent

For Daily Youth Moisture Lotion
I just found out that they’re no longer carrying this product but The Fab Pore has taken it’s place.

Trust Fund Beauty Rude Nudes #2

Beautifully Bare Natural Glow Face Palette

Essence Lash Princess False Lash Mascara

Wet ‘n Wild MegaGlo Blush Stick

Tarte Swap Queen Palette

NYX BB Cream Foundation

Soap and Glory Peach Party

Wet ‘n Wild MegaGlo Make Up Stick

Milani Amore Matte Lip Creme in the color Pretty

Bare Minerals Original Foundation

10. What are some of your must have items for Spring?

Spring time means lots of outdoors time. It also means a lot of time spent in our Jeep, top down so I’m always carrying a cute cap with me. It makes pulling my hair up cute because yes, Jeep hair don’t care but I’m still a girly girl.

I also always have cute sunnies, too and my Perk! stick from Perfectly Posh because all this pollen gives me such bad headaches but I refuse to stay indoors when it’s this nice outside. The Perk! stick helps combat those pesky headaches so I can get back to all the fun in the sun.

A good book and cute earrings are always at the top of my list. These super cute earrings from Target for $9.99 are hands down some of my favorites. They’re so fun and bright.

Hello sunscreen. This one is a no brainer with all the time spent outdoors but I recently did a collaboration with Coola and learned so much about sun care products. Coolas Classic Sport SPF 50 Mango Moisturizer will be in my bag all spring and summer because it smells good, is SPF 50, protects against sun damage, balances skin tone and defends against anti aging. Coola’s Mineral Liplux SPF 30 Nude Beach is also a new favorite of mine. I always need something on my lips so why not pick a product that moisturizes, protects your lips and gives you a hint of color?

I always need a cute water bottle, too because I always carry water with me but I like to keep it cold so a cute water bottle solves that and I can drink in style. And who doesn’t love fun, bright, poppy nails in the spring and summer?

Connect with Leslie:

Instagram: georgiapeachy31
Pinterest: peachykeen31
Facebook: PeachyKeen031
A huge Thank You again to Leslie for taking the time to be apart of this series! If you’re interested in being featured email me at sweettea.hydrangeas@yahoo.com
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STH Happenings// Vol. 1

Hey Y’all! It’s been two whole weeks since I last blogged. Life has been super busy so I took a short hiatus from blogging. Life doesn’t look like its going to be slowing down anytime soon. I have something planned every weekend up until mid June. I’m excited for all the upcoming events but I wouldn’t mind a little down time as well. I also can not believe that we only have twelve more days left in April. This year is flying by!

I figured since I’ve been away from blogging I’d do a little update on what’s been going on in my life. I love this style post which Summer from Coffee With Summer & Alexis from A Blissful Haven do often, so I thought I’d do one as well.

Happenings

-I completed two of my work projects recently. These projects have taken a good bit of my time over the last few weeks. I am glad to finally be done with them. Though I have more projects coming.

-Two weekends ago I got to spend time with my sorority sisters that I have not seen in a few years. We went out to dinner and then out dancing. It was like we started exactly where we last left off. Always an amazing time with my sisters.

-We (my boyfriend and I) celebrated our dog Boudin’s adoption day on April 10th. We’ve had him for six years. This little guy came into my life at the perfect time. We could not ask for a more perfect fur baby.

-We recently celebrated my boyfriend getting a promotion at work. He works his butt off, so he deserves it!

-We spent Good Friday with my family and had a blast. My family does a block party each year and let’s just say you won’t go hungry. We had crawfish, crabs, shrimp, catfish…anything and everything that involved cajun food…we had it. I ate way too much!

-Easter was spent with one of my best friends from high school and her family. You can pretty much say they are my second family because we have been best friends for 15 years. Of course we had crawfish again.

-I have been working on two new series for STH and I can not wait to feature the first series tomorrow! Make sure you come back tomorrow to check it out.

In Case You Missed It

–On Wednesdays We Confess Vol 52

– April 2017 Goals 

–Spring Fever: Accessory & Fashion Wishlist 

Posts I’ve Loved Lately

–How To Overcome Your Fear Of Self-Promotion via Coffee With Summer

–My Killer Goal Setting Formula That Works via Inspiration Indulgence 

–Summer Skin Care with Coola via Peaches & Willow

–5 Spring Motivational Quotes via Kindly Unspoken 

–3 Ways To Get Your Posts Shared via It Starts With Coffee

Tell me what’s been going on in your life lately. Have you recently celebrated anything fun or have you accomplished some recent goals? I’d love to hear about them!

Let’s be friends>> Instagram Twitter Pinterest

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On Wednesdays We Confess Vol 52

Oh Wednesday!! How glad I am to see you! This week certainly has been dragging for me. I’ve also been quite impatient lately which probably hasn’t helped much. But it’s almost Friday which makes this girl oh so happy! Another thing I am happy about is sharing my weekly confessions with y’all. Let’s get started

I confess that I treated myself to an Ulta haul over the weekend. I spent way more than I should have but sometimes you just have to #treatyoself.

I confess that I hate being couped up in an office all day long with this nice weather outside lately.

I confess that I am so ready for my upcoming vacation. It can not get here soon enough

I confess that I went the whole month of March without drinking any coffee. I still have not had any. I’m pretty impressed with myself because I used to drink Starbucks at least 3 x’s a week. However, I have had 4 Dr. Peppers and 1 Sweet Tea over the last month.

I confess that I am so excited to be bringing two new series to the blog. I’ve been really wanting to connect more with fellow bloggers so…I will be having a series of Q & A featuring bloggers. I will also be having a Coffee Chat series. If you’re interested in either of these please let me know with your email in the comments.

I confess that I have enjoyed the Instagram Pod that I started for Beauty & Life Style bloggers. If you are interested in the pod please leave your handle in the comments below.

I confess that as much as I enjoy the days staying light outside longer…I am not enjoying the heat. Its been in the high 80’s here and to be honest I’d much rather it be in the 60’s or 70’s.

I confess that I am excited to be spending some girl time with one of my best friends/sorority sisters this weekend. It’s long overdue. We are planning on getting dressed up and going to eat a fancy dinner.

I confess that I really need to get my butt into high gear with working out. I’ve been working out but not enough.

I confess that I finally did my taxes. I feel the older I get the more I wait till last minute because I don’t really need the money. Though it’s always nice to have but I’ll be using most of the money towards paying off some bills. I may treat myself to some new Spring clothes as well.

Well that’s enough confessions for this week. Do you have anything to confess today?

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April 2017 Goals

This year is flying by! We are already in April, which is insane to me.  March was a great month for me, though I feel like it went by way too fast.  In March I really focused on myself and spending time with my boyfriend/family. By focusing on myself I feel that my stress level has been low and I’m loving it! I think it’s also helped me be able to accomplish most of my goals for March. So let’s see how I did last month!

March Goals Revisted: Blog & Personal

-Continue living in the moment and enjoying life// I did great at this again. I have done a lot of relaxing and not stressing over things. Which is why I slacked off on blogging.

-Start implementing Whole 30 & Paleo recipes into my diet// I have tried out some Whole 30 and Paleo recipes. If you would like me to share what recipes I tried out let me know!

-Read one book// I did very little reading in March.

-Write 3 beauty posts// I only wrote one beauty post. So I’ll give myself half credit for this one.

-Connect with more bloggers// I have connected with several bloggers which makes me happy! I started an Instagram Pod for beauty and life style bloggers. If you would like to join let me know in the comments below with your handle.

-Save money for my cruise// Yes! I have saved up a little which is better than nothing. 

-Pay off half my debt on one of my credit cards// Yes!!! I continue to pay off as much debt as I can.

5.5/7 I wish I would have accomplished all my goals but hey I still did pretty darn good!

April Goals: Blog & Personal

-Write 3 beauty posts

–Start putting together the two new series I will be featuring on the blog. I will be featuring fellow bloggers and a coffee chat series. If you’re interested in being apart of either of the series leave your email in the comments below.

-Continue to eat healthy 

-Do some Spring decluttering

What are your goals for this month? Let me know in the comments below!

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Spring Fever: Accessory & Fashion Wish List + A Giveaway

Spring is in full mode here in Texas! The weather has been beautiful lately and the flowers are blooming like crazy! When it comes to Spring I absolutely love all of the bright/pastel colors, anything floral, sandals and of course all things accessories. Today I sharing some of the items that have been on my radar recently.

Lately I have been completely obsessed with off the shoulder clothes and this dress is adorable! It’s so feminine without being over the top. These wedges are perfect to pair with it! Of course anything floral is a must for me in the Spring and this dress is no exception.

Blush is one of my favorite colors for the Spring. I am loving this clutch, which you could easily pair with the off the shoulder dress. For earrings this pair and this one are the perfect pop or color to add to your outfit.

I hope you enjoyed my picks!! What are some things your loving for Spring?Let me know in the comments below!

Now for the giveaway!

Hey everyone! Today, I have teamed up with some awesome bloggers to bring TWO bundle giveaways to you to celebrate two bloggers birthday’s: Summer & Chelsie! The giveaway consists of two different bundles: 1. A bundle of Summer’s Favorite Items 2. A bundle of Chelsie’s Favorites!
Summer’s Bundle:
  • ColourPop’s Lyin’ King Ultra Satin Lipstick
  • ColourPop’s Avenue Ultra Matte Lipstick
  • Urban Decay’s All Nighter Setting Spray
  • A Mug
  • Starbucks Gift Card
 Chelsie’s Bundle:
  • Morphe Palette
  • Pair of Simple Addiction Leggings
  • Trio of ColourPop Lippies
  • Ulta Gift Card
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On Wednesdays We Confess Vol 51

Happy Wednesday Y’all!! I could not be happier to see today! I am one day closer to spending time with my family this weekend. I haven’t seen them in almost a month, so I’m really looking forward to it. We will be celebrating my cousins and grandmothers birthday, so it’s going to be a fun filled weekend! But before we get to the weekend here are my confessions for this week.

I confess that I am taking a makeup class this weekend. I’m really excited to learn some new tips and tricks.

I confess that I gave in yesterday and had a Dr. Pepper. I have been doing really well with not drinking coffee or soft drinks over the last two weeks but this girl needed some caffeine. Oh well. It’s called balance.

I confess that I have done fairly well with cutting back the amount of sugar I was used to consuming.

I confess that I have had baby fever recently. I am 30 years old, so I guess I am hearing my “time clock” ticking away. However, my boyfriend and I are not married, so a baby will not be happening anytime soon. (Please note that I do not have anything against having kids and not being married. I just would prefer to be married).

I confess that I am loving that it stays light outside later with the time change. It makes taking blogging pictures a lot easier when I get off of work.

I confess that I have felt so disorganized lately. I get everything I need to get done but I feel like I have been way more relaxed lately. I have enjoyed not being stressed out but I feel like I am slacking because of that.

I confess that I am trying really hard to lose weight within the next month or so for my beach trip. If it doesn’t happen I don’t think I’ll be wearing a bathing suit.

I confess that I was a little disappointed that the straps on my Michael Kors purse could not be fixed when they sent it off. No offense but not having the parts to fix it is not an excuse. I just got this purse last year for Christmas and they have the exact same style but with bigger straps. So I’ll be taking this issue to someone higher up and if it can’t be fixed….well let’s just say I will no longer be buying MK items (though I prob still will). It just sucks that I have a purse that I can no longer use.

I confess that I really need to get my taxes done. I remember when I was in college, I was so quick to get them done to have the extra cash. Now that I am older I am like okay I will get it done before April 15th. I need to get on that now.

Hope everyone has a great Wednesday! What are you confessing today?

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