20 pounds down and counting

As some of you may know, I have been working the past few months on getting into shape. I thought I'd share a few pictures of my progress. 

This is me at my biggest. 160 lbs. I was definitely avoiding the fact that I had gained weight and I still cannot believe I was ever that big. 

So now I am currently working with a friend to get down to my goal weight. I have been setting 10 pound goals for myself to make it more achievable. 

This is me 20 lbs lighter. I still have a long way to go, but I am happy with my progress so far :)

New glitter eyeliner tutorial

Hey guys! 

I thought I would try my hand at a glitter eyeliner tutorial let me know what you think! 

http://youtu.be/iYf681OnesU

A little weekend fun

Hello! This past weekend was a big birthday celebration! One of our best friends finally turned the big 2-1! We spent the night catching up and dancing👯

Enjoy the rest of your day  !!! 

Do It Yourself Ombre (Disclaimer! This is not a tutorial. Just how I personally do this)

Hello everybody! A lot of people lately have been asking me how I do my own ombre. I do not want to do a how to on this because everyone has different hair. I do not want anyone to mess up and get upset with me! I have been using these products for a long time and I have definitely made a lot of mistakes on the way. I think I have a pretty good handle on how my hair reacts to the bleach and dye now. 

First I buy Revlon Frost and Glow and a Revlon boxed dye for my roots. My hair is naturally a medium golden brown so I have to actually darken my roots every now and again for the look I want. 

I take the box dye and put it onto my roots and comb down about half way through my hair. While my roots process I mix the bleach together and I put it on the first inch of my ends. I let this sit for about 5 minutes then add a little more bleach to the ends and go up another inch. I wait about 3 minutes before rinsing everything out. Sometimes my ends come out a little more golden then I want so I just shampoo with clairol shimmer lights. That shampoo can fix almost any of my hair dye mess ups! 

That is all I do for a super simple ombre! I usually use a deep conditioning masque after to make sure my ends are not damaged. The whole process takes me about 30 minutes and it is under $20! I hope this helps a little for those of you that asked :)

5 Ways To Ease Into Clean Eating (Recipes too!)

This year I decided to start making better choices regarding my body. Better foods and more exercise. Luckily I have an amazing friend and personal trainer to help motivate my workouts, but I have to rely on myself to keep my diet in check. I have been eating clean for about 6 months now and I love it. 

Originally the thought of giving up fast food and diet coke make me want to curl up in a depressing ball and cry...

But I soon realized eating clean is a lifestyle and I truly believe it has helped my body. My hair grows faster and my skin rarely ever breaks out. Not to mention the energy I have gained. I do not eat 100% clean. I still drink the occasional diet coke and eat hot wings twice a month. If I can do it anyone can. 

What is clean eating?

When you commit to eating clean you leave behind - added sugar, hydrogenated oil, chemicals and preservatives 

5 Ways To Ease Into Clean Eating

1. Think of soda as a dessert. Try and keep down to 3 a week. This goes for diet too!

2. Drink as much water and unsweet (or green) tea as you can get your hands on

3. Eat at least 1 salad a day

4. Bring easy snacks to work

5. Make a list of your favorite dishes and look up a clean alternative!

My go to clean snacks-

carrots, broccoli and hummus

almonds

Ezekiel english muffin with natural PB

tomatoes and cucumbers with red wine vinegar

whole wheat pita with grilled chicken and mustard

My Favorite Clean Recipes-

Thai Turkey Veggie Stir Fry - (instagram recipe by busygirlseatclean)

Southwestern Cheddar Steak Fries

Sirloin Steak with Horseradish Cream 

Southwest Quinoa Salad

Spanish Scramble

Grilled Fish Tacos and Slaw

    Today I was searching for nail polish to match my phone case *rolls eyes* I know I know. I just feel complete when everything matches! I ended up picking up China Glaze *Rose Among Thorns* and *Pink Voltage* because I could not decide. They are soooo pretty! Then I grabbed Maybelline Vivid in *Vivid Rose* and some ardell falsies. In the back of the picture you can see my B&BW candles. I love love love candles. I bought Marshmallow Fireside, Leaves, Beach Cabana and Summer Board Walk.

    In other news... I am thinking of doing a date night get ready with me video. What do y'all think?

Bath and Body Works VS Your "Emotional Brain"

You know when you smell something and you instantly are brought back to a memory whether you like it or not? Bath and body works is having a Fall Preview sale today and I almost starting boohooing right there while smelling candles with the best friend. 

Every time you smell something new your brain searches for a link to help you explain the smell. More often then not you are brought to a memory, usually something forgotten. Today my "emotional brain" ran me through a cycle of memories I did not expect and now I am already totaling up how many candle purchases will be in my immediate future. 

The Line Up

Pumpkin Apple

Pumpkin Carving

Pumpkin Pecan Waffles

Roasted Pumpkin Butter

Blueberry Pumpkin Patch

Pumpkin Carrot Cake

Pumpkin Hay Ride

Pumpkin Woods

Creamy Pumpkin

Flannel

Coconut Woods

Cedar Trail

Sage & Cedar

Coffee Harvest

Pumpkin Latte

They are being so secretive! I cannot find a picture anywhere online and none of the previews are available at bathandbodyworks.com. 

Cedar trail reminds me of every scent in my home town rolled into one sweet candle. 

Flannel is that warm cozy memory of your ex boyfriend that you save for when you are mad at your current one.

Blueberry Pumpkin Patch is a cross between blueberry muffins and pumpkin lattes.

Coffee Harvest- Yes. Just Yes.

Then do not forget about the annual favorites- Balsam Wood, Autumn and Leaves.

Ah! I am obsessed. All my favorite memories conveniently melted into a perfect candle. Well played B&BW well played.