But Baby It's Cold Outside

I have sensitive skin to begin with. So, when the winter months come blustering in, my skin has to be prepared. Here are some commandments I have made for myself to prevent my face and body from turning in to a giant piece of sandpaper.
1. Do not wear clothing that will irritate my skin.
2. Wash with warm water, not hot. (no matter how cold it is outside!)
3. Use a moisturing face wash followed by a moisturizing lotion every morning.
4. Limit exfoliating face wash use to once a week.
5. Lotion my body after every shower, no matter how tired I am.
6. Use a mask once a week on my face.
7. Use a deep moisturizing cream on troubled spots at night.
8. Use lip balm (my favorite is Burt's Bees)
9. Use lotion and make-up that contains sunscreen.
10. Drink plenty of water to keep my skin and body hydrated.

Tough Love

Relationships are risky business. Since my single-ness is starting to seem never ending, I asked my best guy friends for advice. They told me that my problem is that I fall too easily. My downfall is that I end up becoming too easy to like. Guys want a chase. The same things happens for girls. That one guy who is a complete asshole to us ends up being the guy we can't get out of our mind.

In conclusion, the most recent polls (comimng from my 20 year old college guy friends) say to never be the one who falls more. In a relationship, even if it is just flirting, do not end up liking the other person more. Sad, right?

I think I may just keep being my hopeless romantic,over-smiley self when I talk to boys. 

Pretty Lights

I'm a sophomore at Illinois State University, and living in the dorms can be a bit of a burden on someone's creative outlet. From the bare white walls to the tiny (for my accumulated wardrobe) closet space, I feel as if I'm living in a mental institution. To help cozy the room up, I made this for my wall. I cut the letters out of pretty magazine ads and draped lights around it. The lights continue on to my roommate and I's bunkbeds. It is so relaxing to come home to after class, work, and clubs.

Gotta Be Fresh

My favorite thing for fall is pretty braids with wavy hair. Today, I did a waterfall braid around my head. Its easy, and I love giving my hair a break from heat and damaging tools.