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Avon MEGA Effects Mascara

Hello Friends, I hope you had an enjoyable weekend!

As an Avon Independent Sales Rep I probably have more cosmetics than I need but I like trying new products so that I can spread the word to my customers or answer any questions they may have. I don’t particualarly like to spend a lot of money on makeup and usually stick to an under $5.00 price point but I was curious about the new Mega Effects Mascara.

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The $10 cost made me a bit apprehensive as well as the fact that it looked a little more complicated to apply and I don’t have a lot of time in the morning, but I bit the bullet and ordered it. The first morning I tried it I ended up poking myself in the eye and getting smudges on my lower lashes, I was trying to use it like a traditional brush.

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The WonderBrush handle is like a mini paint brush that is adjustable, and is shaped to fit the natural curve of your lashes.

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I am going to be honest and say that it took two mornings for me to become comfortable in using it but now it’s just as quick to apply as any other mascara. It provides great volume, there’s no clumping, and it’s easy to remove at night.

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This was definitely worth the price.

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OOTD – Thrifted & Thankful Thursday

Hello Friends and Happy Friday Eve!

For me Thursday is the best day of the week, we’ve made it through Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and start to look forward to the weekend. Thursday is a heads-down day at work, tying up loose ends, finishing up the weekly to-do list in anticipation of an easy breezy Friday.

Thursday is also a day of reflection some even define it as Thankful Thursday. As we rush through the week from one event to another, it’s nice to take a few minutes to think about and then speak aloud for which we are grateful. Speaking positivity into the atmosphere is a good way to keep life’s trials and tribulations in check.

“Count your blessing so that you can lose count of your problems”

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I am thankful for my health both physical and mental!

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I am thankful for my family, friends and faith!

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I am thankful I have a job and today is pay day!

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I am thankful for this thrifted denim skirt and striped top both from GW Boutique

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Your Turn – what are you thankful for?

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

Linking up today with Katherine’s Corner and Thrifters Anonymous

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OOTD – Thrifted & Thankful Thursday

Hello Friends and Happy Friday Eve!

For me Thursday is the best day of the week, we’ve made it through Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and start to look forward to the weekend. Thursday is a heads-down day at work, tying up loose ends, finishing up the weekly to-do list in anticipation of an easy breezy Friday.

Thursday is also a day of reflection some even define it as Thankful Thursday. As we rush through the week from one event to another, it’s nice to take a few minutes to think about and then speak aloud for which we are grateful. Speaking positivity into the atmosphere is a good way to keep life’s trials and tribulations in check.

“Count your blessing so that you can lose count of your problems”

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I am thankful for my health both physical and mental!

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I am thankful for my family, friends and faith!

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I am thankful I have a job and today is pay day!

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I am thankful for this thrifted denim skirt and striped top both from GW Boutique

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Your Turn – what are you thankful for?

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

Linking up today with Katherine’s Corner and Thrifters Anonymous

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Are You A Goodwill VIP?

Hello Friends and Happy Sizzling Saturday!

I don’t know about where you are but it is hot as Hades in Delaware, the heat index is above 100~, it was actually too hot to lounge poolside!  I could only stand it a few minutes this morning before I had to head inside for the cool comfort of the air conditioning.

I decided to run to Goodwill for their “I Love Thrifting” sale today.  Not wanting to spend a lot I only picked up two pair of shorts and a brown and white striped skirt….guess how much I paid?  As a Goodwill VIP, I was entitled to 20% off so these three items cost me a whopping $9.00!!! #winning

Are you a Goodwill VIP?  If not, it’s free to sign up and you’ll receive advance notification of specials, online coupons as well as instant savings on VIP Days.  Needless to say, the lady in front of me wasn’t too happy when she heard that as a VIP member I was getting 20% off my entire purchase!

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The I Love Thrifting T-Shirts are too cute!

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There’s always new stuff at Goodwill too!

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Canvas Sneakers – perfect for the summer!

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It pays to be a Goodwill VIP!

Stay cool and hydrated – Smooches!

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Tropical Tuesday – Outfits of Two days

Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday!

Today’s outfit post is a 2fer, the first one was worn last Thursday the day of the torrential downpour and the second I wore yesterday.

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What is your take on the Denim Skirt which was very popular in the ’90’s.

Check out this Blog Post on Denim Skirts, I will never be able to wear a mini again!

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Denim Skirt and Polka Dot Top were thrifted from GW Boutique

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Sandals from Rainbow Shops

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2-Chain necklace from my grandmother

Check out this great video from Joyus – Denim Pencil Skirt

Monday’s outfit was a bit more colorful

Colorful Maxi Skirt – Rugged Wearhouse

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Orange Tank – GW Boutique

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Necklace and Bracelets – Rugged Wearhouse

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Which outfit did you like better?  

Linking Up with Style Statement Tuesday – hop on over to meet a new blogger!

Have a fantastical day – Smooches!

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Father’s Day Discount Thrift

Hello Friends, I hope you are having a nice weekend!

Saturday after donating a few bags of clothes to Goodwill, I took advantage of their Father’s Day Discount Sale.

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Estee Lauder Off White Tote – $2.00

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No Name Faux Leather Green Purse – $4.00

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Apt 9 Black and White Dress – $5.00 (actually FREE)

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Talbots Shorts – $3.75

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New with Tags Merona ($14.99 @ Target) Tank – $3.75

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Gray Old Navy T-Shirt – $3.75

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Blue & White GEORGE Top – $3.75

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White Axcess (Liz Claiborne Co) Tank – $3.75

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Motherhood Nursing Maternity Top (NO I AM NOT PREGNANT but it fit) – $3.75

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Black & White Floral Capri Pants from Dressbarn – $3.75

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Goldtone Chain Belt and White “Ellie Mae” Rope Belt – $1.00 each

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I wish I wore a size 5 – check out these Polka Dot Dr. Martens Loafers for $10.00!

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Oops…didn’t get anything for daddy!

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Happy Father’s Day – Smooches!

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Father's Day Discount Thrift

Hello Friends, I hope you are having a nice weekend!

Saturday after donating a few bags of clothes to Goodwill, I took advantage of their Father’s Day Discount Sale.

goodwill for dads

Estee Lauder Off White Tote – $2.00

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No Name Faux Leather Green Purse – $4.00

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Apt 9 Black and White Dress – $5.00 (actually FREE)

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Talbots Shorts – $3.75

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New with Tags Merona ($14.99 @ Target) Tank – $3.75

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Gray Old Navy T-Shirt – $3.75

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Blue & White GEORGE Top – $3.75

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White Axcess (Liz Claiborne Co) Tank – $3.75

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Motherhood Nursing Maternity Top (NO I AM NOT PREGNANT but it fit) – $3.75

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Black & White Floral Capri Pants from Dressbarn – $3.75

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Goldtone Chain Belt and White “Ellie Mae” Rope Belt – $1.00 each

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I wish I wore a size 5 – check out these Polka Dot Dr. Martens Loafers for $10.00!

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Oops…didn’t get anything for daddy!

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Happy Father’s Day – Smooches!

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Fashion and Fun From The 60’s

I was born in 1961, the decade known for free love, drugs, Go-Go Girls, Rock and Roll, The Vietnam War, Civil Rights, Hippies, the Birth Control Pill, The Peace Corp, Dr King, President Kennedy, assassinations, integration, Space Explorations, Cuban Missile Crisis, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Beverly Hillbillies, Afros, Crew Cuts, and of course the vibrant and colorful world of fashion.

The Past Is a Blast is a website that has culminated fun and interesting facts about the ’60’s, including popular music, dances, sports figures, politicians even the minimum wage, which at the time was just a $1.00, go check it out.

I was too young to fully understand it all but do remember that I loved the fashion and styles of the ’60’s, the bell bottoms, platform shoes, neon colors, color blocking and pattern mixing…hey, isn’t that the style of today?

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What is your favorite blast from the past fashion trend?  Mine was bell bottoms and Peace Sign jewelry.

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Remember this DIY jeans project?

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Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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Dollar Tree Dome

Woohoo the weekend is here….well almost…in a few hours…really really soon!

Check out the Dollar Tree Dome that I bought yesterday, and with all the rolls of ribbon I have in stock I can make this puppy match almost every outfit in my wardrobe!

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Sundress – $7.99 from Rugged Wearhouse

Bamboo Bow Tie Wedges – Ross

LOOK AT WHAT SOME ‘RASCALLY RABBIT’ DID TO MY GARDEN!

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AND LOOK WHAT I FOUND ON MY DESK THIS MORNING!

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A perfect way to end the work week, it’s nice when peers take the time to say they appreciate you and the work that you do.

Do you take time to show or tell co-workers that you appreciate them?

Around the water cooler this afternoon with 3lilapples – come on over and met a new blogger.

I appreciate you and hope you have a fantabulous weekend – Smooches!

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OOTD – Kloset Keepers

Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday

If you are fortunate enough to have an extra day off, I hope you are enjoying it, but if like me you are back to work, I hope you are also enjoying it – at least it’s quiet.  Not only is it quiet, but it is raining and dreary unlike the sunshine and warmth of the weekend, it would have been a perfect day to sleep in!

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I spent the majority of Saturday, 9 hours to be exact, in my closets sorting through items that I haven’t worn or no longer fit and I still have too many clothes!  I will be sending boxes to my girlfriend for her daughters as well as donating to Goodwill.

I am wearing two kloset keepers because first of all I love skirts and secondly, the side embellishments on this top is unique.

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Rocket Dog Shoes – The Shoe Dept

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Linking up today with Two Thirty-Five Designs – come on over and join in on the fun

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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