Day twelve: A Rainy Day

It was a rainy morning and nothing worked out quite the way I planned. By the time I got my picture taken I was in rough shape. So, if you think the picture is a bit off or my hair is a wreck, you know why! I had fun with my browns today. I mixed and matched several brown pieces to produce a complete ensemble.

My Outfit

From the top: Gold dangle earrings with small stone details, teal camisole, tan cable cardigan, and brown tweed dress slacks. Tan flats with gold cap toe.

 The details in this outfit pull it together, but the picture doesn't do that part justice. I just threw my hair back in a pony tail because of the rain, but I later took it down and enjoyed my curly waves. Unseen in the picture I also had on my gold watch. This outfit is comfortable and work friendly for a rainy spring day.

My Lunch

 Another shameful lunch today. Leftovers are the name of the game when you have kids and little time to prepare. The addition of the sweets comes from my basic lack of self-control. 

What can I say? Nothing beats cold pizza! I'm looking forward to a more complete and health conscious lunch at some point this week.

Mini Theme: Hair Basics

I had a hard time righting a basics list for all hair types and styles. Truthfully, I cant. My list of basics cover some products and brands I love, as well as some helpful hair styling supplies almost everyone can use. I have curly/wavy hair so MY products typically focus on anti-frizz and curl definition. Choose your battle and supply yourself appropriately.

• Shampoo AND Conditioner- I like using two separate products because it allows me to leave the conditioner in for a period of time before rinsing. I use Garnier Triple Moisture because they no longer make Curl and Shine.
• Hairspray- Again I use Garnier. In fact, unless I state otherwise, almost all my hair products are.
• Leave in Conditioner- This is especially important for curly, wavy, or frizzy hair.
• Hair gel, cream, or serum
• Hair pins- May I recommend basic bobby pins and Goodies simple styles twist pins. If your hair is long enough I also suggest Simple Styles Modern Updo.
• Any kind of no pull, metal free hair ties. I like to use ones in the same color as my hair to avoid distracting from my style.
• Hair claws- I like smaller ones and ones made for think hair.
• A hair brush with covered, protective bristles- If it hurts your head, its killing your hair.
• A large tooth comb- This is for detangling.
• Curling iron and straightening iron- Although I rarely use either, I think they are usually basics for most people.
• A hair dryer- Its bad for your hair, but if you use one be cautious. If you have curly/wavy hair use a diffuser.

Is there anything else you would add? Let me know, leave a comment below.

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Day Six: Product Review!

Today's product review is for Garnier BB Cream. I used it for the first time today. I was looking for something that was easy and could replace putting on foundation, and I think I have found it! This BB cream is sunblock plus foundation plus lotion and is ultra easy to apply. Time saved in applying one product rather than three is also a plus. The coverage is light, perfect for someone like me who is a "bare there" makeup person. Plus, you cant beat the price. If you use all three products everyday your savings will add up. I would love for it to come in a bigger bottle. I will have to see how things go in the long run, but right now I give it 4.5 stars.

So my hopes for a snow day were dashed. We had a two hour delay and nothing more. Thanks to that I do have a lunch to share! I stuck to the basics today since I didn't pack it the night before.

Notice the baggies and preprocessed foods! Nothing healthy for lunch today! Tomorrow may be another day of the same since I have yet to pack something.

We did get snow, so my clothing was comfortable. I wasn't going to spend a long time primping to go out in the weather. Hopefully tomorrow will be warmer because I want to wear a skirt in the worst way.

From the bottom: "snake skin" loafers, black pants, sparkle silver sweater, and basic white gold and diamond tiny hoops. I just threw my hair in a ponytail to avoid a bad hair day.

I have yet to do my act of kindness yet. I intended on one thing, but it fell through. I will probably surprise my husband and pack him lunch for tomorrow. He has had a very rough day which is the cherry on the very challenging year we have been having, so keep us in your prayers!