in and out... (4)

It's my first "in and out" of the year! Here goes...


IN:

1. Working out.
I have been rediscovering the pain that comes with using a Jillian Michaels fitness DVD and she has been kicking my ass! Still, I do feel pretty good afterwards... like I really accomplished something! Lol.

2. Developing a new budget.
Hauls are so much fun, but not so hot if you still have bills left to pay! I have been working on a new personal budget in order to help me stick to spending only so much a month... I mean, how much makeup does a girl really need??! Well, a lot. But that's besides the point...

3. New goals.
I never really liked setting resolutions... You can start fresh at any time! I am aware that it just feels good going into a new year with a new idea of you, but sometimes we can't just jump into things cold turkey, no? So instead, I set goals. It's also important to write them down. That way, when you are reflecting on yourself and what you have acheived, six months or a year from now, you can really feel good to see that you conquered your challenge.

4. Self-confidence.
Okay, I've never really had a huge issue with self-confidence considering the last few posts I put up... (they're all of me!) But recently, I haven't been feeling stellar. Just not myself... and a lot of second-guessing within the last two weeks. I have decided that this is 2010 and no time to be a shrinking violet! I am who I am, and I love me! Not to be conceited, but I am pretty awesome and others should know too!


OUT:

1.Hiatus.
Really, Ari??! Two weeks??
I know that it has been a while since I posted anything, but my schedule has been crazy. My family, job, friends and bf have all needed my undivided attention. So, I am planning out a blog schedule to help myself stay on track. I appreciate my few followers and I am sorry if I have disappointed in any way with my lack of content! Thank you for continuing to take the time to stop by... that is, if you're still reading this space!

2. No personal space.
Okay, it is time to put on the big girl undies and move out! I think I have been enjoying that little area under my momma's wing so much that I have forgotten there is a time when we have to leave the nest... So one of my other goals is to do just that!

Even though I am like 20 days late (damn procratination!), are there any goals/aspirations/resolutions/dreams etc. that you want to accomplish? ;)

in and out... (3)

Okay, you know the drill...

IN:

1.) Aphogee Keratin Leave-In Treatment.
I'm falling in love with this! It makes my hair feel so nice. I have been working on getting my hair back to a really healthy state, and this product has been absolutely beneficial.

2.) Rediscoving old makeup faves.
I think I have been using the heck out of my Wet N' Wild Mega Eyes Shadow in Cherub. I can't remember when I bought it, but I've been using it almost everyday. Same for Rimmel's Glam'Eyes mascara...

3.) Finding money in your pocket.
True joy is when I pull out a winter coat and find $5 in it.

4.) Piggy banks.
Yesterday the bf and I went out to a movie. Afterwards we just wanted to kill some time and somehow ended up in Old Navy. They had the cutest (yet tacky) sparkly piggy banks in there for five dollars! Y'all know I walked out with one. The best part though? My bf got it for me... to put put my new found $5 in it. Ha!

5.) Yummy snacks.
Umm... pita chips and Trader Joe's Mango slices and white cheddar popcorn. Enough said.

6.) Falling back.
I gotta say, daylight savings is great in the fall. I love waking up at '7', and having an extra hour to chill before work is pretty sweet!

7.) Homemade cookies.
I have a favorite recipe and people always tend to love my cookies. I enjoy making them too. I really think they are force to be reckoned with, competition-wise. Or, maybe it's all in my head...

8.) Off days.
Yesterday was my off day from work, and I loved every minute of it! From waking up late to catching my soaps to hanging out, it was a wonderful day.

9.) The bf being back in town.
He had been gone for a few days... boo! But now he's back... yay! ;)



OUT:

1.) Sickness.
It seems like everyone at the J.O.B. is getting the flu! Just don't come near me... ugh! [shudders with the thought of being sick.]

2.) Weight gain.
Scale: "No...you totally have."
Me: "What do you mean??!!?? Check again!!"
Scale: "I've checked 5 times already. It's still the same..."
Me: "But, I can't possibly be up six pounds... It's not even Thanksgiving yet!"
Scale: "Get off of me."
Me: "Grrr...."

That was the conversation we had this morning. Needless to say, we aren't on speaking terms right now.

3.) Cold weather.
I'm already over it. Not even the cute winter coat is enough to make me smile. :(

Is everyone having a wonderful Wednesday? ♥

in and out... (2)

Time for an update!

IN:

1.) 8 hours of sleep.
Remember when we thought naptime was totally unnecessary? Oh, how I long for those days once more...

2.) Oreo cookies.
Um, not the whole package... but one or two really can sweeten the day!

3.) Friends/Family.
Never forget the preciousness of connection with another. I wouldn't trade my relationships with my siblings and my bffs for the world!

4.) Robot Chicken.
It's so damn tasteless, but I can't look away. Inappropriate is sometimes hilarious! Sometimes...

5.) Personal style.
There's nothing like improving on or learning how to really wear your clothes and not let the clothes wear you.

6.) Hair pins.
Once I learned how to use these, I found that they hold my hair in all the right places.

7.) Fall!
I'm so excited for changing leaves, carving pumpkins, boots, sweaters, and Thanksgiving (it's my favorite).

8.) Fresh contacts.
I love when I get my new prescription for contacts each year. Not only can I see better (#1 priority!), but it's nice to take a break from the glasses every once in a while.


OUT:

1.) Laundry.
No matter how hard I try, I just can't seem to get rid of it all. Ugh!

2.) Dentist appointments.
I'm long overdue for a visit. Clean teeth are great... Hands in and out of my mouth? Not so much.

3.) Flat tires.
I had a nail in mine the other day. Interesting how something so tiny created a problem so huge! Lucky for me, a handsome and helpful cutie pie volunteered to help. Don't get me wrong. I'm no "damsel in distress", but I'll be the first to admit I did not know what I was doing! Hats off to self-sufficent, tire changing ladies round the globe...


The pros still outweigh the cons! Woo-hoo! ;)

in and out... (1)

Since I have been waiting forever to get my camera straight, I felt like an idiot when I realized I could have been doing some posts that didn't require any picture taking at all!!! DUH!!! Thus, my first 'in and out' post. Of course this has nothing to do with mainstream society, just my likes and dislikes for the moment... And on to the postage!

IN:

1.) Healthy, conditioned hair.
Coming off the high from summer and all the activities it has to offer can wreak havoc on your hair. Chlorine, sun-rays, and excessive heat/chemical treatments can do a lot of damage. So, I say yay to deep conditioning sessions that leave your hair soft, silky and touchable! (One of my personal favorites is Dr. Miracles 'Feel It Formula' Deep Conditioner packets, it's like a $1.78 at Walmart...)

2.) The natural look.
I totally love makeup, but sometimes it's nice to step out in your own skin! Just make sure to adopt a good skincare regimen and to load up on sunscreen mist for protection!

3.) Sundresses.
Comfortable AND stylish... how could you go wrong?!

4.) Drinking water.
Enough said. What better time to implement a healthy habit than during the summertime?

OUT:

1.) No camera.
I think this one speaks for itself. What's a girl to do, when she can't entertain herself with her own vanity???

:)