Sunday, May 19, 2013
Catching Hell
I just watched Catching Hell again on ESPN. If you're a Cubs fan, this is a must-see. It's a tormenting program to watch but it may make you think differently about Steve Bartman ...
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Visit Pippin's
Next time you are in Chicago, visit Pippin's Tavern on Rush Street. My BFFs and I (see post from May 6) had the best time there last weekend. Cold beers, great tunes, tv's, good-looking clientele . . . everything you need.
And don't miss my FAVORITE Chicago establishment The Lodge! Best. Place. Ever.
And don't miss my FAVORITE Chicago establishment The Lodge! Best. Place. Ever.
Product Sent From Heaven
It is as if angels have come down from heaven, with their harp music and all, and dropped this magnificent new product in our laps. Yes ladies, it's BB Cream. If you don't know what it is yet, google it or run to a department store and get a sample because it will change your life. A little dramatic? I don't think so. Let's review ...
BB Creams prime, hydrate, protect with SPF, provide coverage, treat skin with high levels of active skincare ingredients, color correct and even tone. In my routine, that means I'm substituting 4-5 products for 1. How awesome and cost effective is that?! And, BB Creams are concentrated so a pea-size is just enough. You can wear your BB Cream alone for light coverage (which is great for day or kickin' around on the weekend) or blend it with your foundation for heavier coverage. If you have dry skin, be sure to layer it with your moisturizer for added (and probably necessary) skincare benefits.
Of course, there are a bunch out there so test a few out and see what works for you. A tip: if you go to Sephora, they will give you small samples to take home. Now, I like some coverage and I don't like to look dewy. Here are the 2 that work for me ... Smashbox Camera Ready and Stila Stay All Day 10-in-1. Also, check out this article from Allure. I trust anything this magazine says because they test a ton of products. 8 Best Multitasking BB Creams
Remember, I am NOT a skincare professional, therefore am NOT an expert in this area. But I am a product junkie and have tried everything under the sun. Give BB Creams a try and let me know what you think.
BB Creams prime, hydrate, protect with SPF, provide coverage, treat skin with high levels of active skincare ingredients, color correct and even tone. In my routine, that means I'm substituting 4-5 products for 1. How awesome and cost effective is that?! And, BB Creams are concentrated so a pea-size is just enough. You can wear your BB Cream alone for light coverage (which is great for day or kickin' around on the weekend) or blend it with your foundation for heavier coverage. If you have dry skin, be sure to layer it with your moisturizer for added (and probably necessary) skincare benefits.
Of course, there are a bunch out there so test a few out and see what works for you. A tip: if you go to Sephora, they will give you small samples to take home. Now, I like some coverage and I don't like to look dewy. Here are the 2 that work for me ... Smashbox Camera Ready and Stila Stay All Day 10-in-1. Also, check out this article from Allure. I trust anything this magazine says because they test a ton of products. 8 Best Multitasking BB Creams
Remember, I am NOT a skincare professional, therefore am NOT an expert in this area. But I am a product junkie and have tried everything under the sun. Give BB Creams a try and let me know what you think.
Monday, May 6, 2013
Best Friends Forever
I just spent the last 4 days with some of the best
girlfriends in the world. It made me ponder relationships, especially
female friend relationships. I've known this group of women since
college, a couple I've known longer. That's 27+ years. So, to say I
know them well is an understatement.
To me, friendships become more important as the pressures of life gang up on you. The BFFs and I have been through weddings, illnesses, births, divorces, deaths, job promotions, hysterically funny everyday moments, embarrassing moments and the awful "I'm sorry but the company is downsizing and we're laying you off." At all these times in our lives, not just the tough ones, your friendships are invaluable. They give you a sense of overall well-being and happiness and make you feel more comfortable with your personal identity. Let's be honest ... how could we possibly be happy and have a full life without our friends?
Now, don't get me wrong. This is not to say that sometimes you don't get angry or disappointed in a friend. But, when you're in a lifelong committed friendship, you work it out. You always find a way to work it out. I'm not going to dedicate blog time right now talking about broken friendships or the friend who yapped all over town about your private life or the ex-friend who stole your man. This blog post is entirely positive, mainly because I can't stop laughing to myself today when I have a flashback to a funny comment or story from one of the BFFs this weekend.
So, let's tip our hats to our friends. And, to my friends who I have known and loved since our days in South Dakota, I truly deeply love and cherish you. I find that the older we get, the harder it is to make new true friends. Maybe it's because we're more discerning, we've lived and learned. Or, maybe it's just that you already have exactly what you need ... I know that's my truth.
Enjoy the pictures ...
To me, friendships become more important as the pressures of life gang up on you. The BFFs and I have been through weddings, illnesses, births, divorces, deaths, job promotions, hysterically funny everyday moments, embarrassing moments and the awful "I'm sorry but the company is downsizing and we're laying you off." At all these times in our lives, not just the tough ones, your friendships are invaluable. They give you a sense of overall well-being and happiness and make you feel more comfortable with your personal identity. Let's be honest ... how could we possibly be happy and have a full life without our friends?
Now, don't get me wrong. This is not to say that sometimes you don't get angry or disappointed in a friend. But, when you're in a lifelong committed friendship, you work it out. You always find a way to work it out. I'm not going to dedicate blog time right now talking about broken friendships or the friend who yapped all over town about your private life or the ex-friend who stole your man. This blog post is entirely positive, mainly because I can't stop laughing to myself today when I have a flashback to a funny comment or story from one of the BFFs this weekend.
So, let's tip our hats to our friends. And, to my friends who I have known and loved since our days in South Dakota, I truly deeply love and cherish you. I find that the older we get, the harder it is to make new true friends. Maybe it's because we're more discerning, we've lived and learned. Or, maybe it's just that you already have exactly what you need ... I know that's my truth.
Enjoy the pictures ...
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