Stay Smooth with Chapstick + Enter to WIN!!!

January 20, 2017

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Christmas is over, yet the chill in the air lingers on. We actually had snow a few weeks ago here in Texas! I promise I will recap our Christmas on the blog soon…it is coming! I’ve just been busy with, well, life. We’ve had sick days and sinus days and everything that comes with the season. I have always had really dry lips, so I always try to use extra moisturizer in the winter.

My friends at ChapStick® are always there to help me during the winter season. The new ChapStick® Total Hydration line is amazing y’all! I had the opportunity to try out some of the different varieties and colors and I love it. At this rate I’ll have kissable lips by Valentine’s day 🙂

The new ChapStick® Total Hydration products are available at Target. I’m at Target pretty much every week, so I’m glad to know one of my favorite products is carried there. Can we say “bullseye“???

My favorite ChapStick® is the Merlot Moisture+Tint. It gave me the perfect amount of moisturizer and color all in one.

ChapStick® Total Hydration Moisture + Tint is the first-ever tinted lip balm from ChapStick®, the experts in lip care. This tinted moisturizer features a formula with 100% naturally sourced ingredients that deliver long-lasting moisture, plus a hint of color.

ChapStick® Total Hydration 100% Natural is an age defying formula with 100% naturally sourced ingredients like Argan Oil, Omegas 6 & 9 and Avocado Butters. Total Hydration 100% Natural is available in three flavors – Fresh Citrus, Soothing Vanilla and new Honey Blossom.

ChapStick® Total Hydration 3 in 1 is a Korean-inspired, 3-in-1 formula that provides triple action lip care in one lip balm. It moisturizes, renews and transforms lips to provide smoother, healthier looking lips. Total Hydration 3in1 is available in five flavors – Coconut Hydration, Soothing Oasis, Sweet Peach, Wild Acai Berry and new Cooling Peppermint.

ChapStick® Total Hydration with CoQ10 is an advanced moisture formula designed to instantly smooth and transform lips. It features a lightweight formula that provides long-lasting moisture, helping lips stay hydrated for a full eight hours, and reduces the appearance of fine lines. Total Hydration with CoQ10 is available in a Vanilla Cream flavor.

ChapStick® Total Hydration Conditioning Lip Scrub is the latest innovation. I absolutely love this lip scrub, it gently exfoliates and conditions leaving lips soft and smooth.

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New Year, New You: My Microblading Experience with Dallas Brow Couture

January 4, 2017

Meet Megan…aka the “Eyebrow Queen”. Not only is she absolutely gorgeous, but she has a heart for others. She’s also really good at her job, she does microblading at Dallas Brow Couture.

I’ll be honest…when I first thought about microblading I was scared. My first thoughts were:

Is this a tattoo? NO. It’s not a tattoo. It’s vegetable dye pigment that is implanted under your skin with a tiny tool to draw hair-like strokes in with your natural brows.
Is in permanent? NO. It’s semi-permanent and can last from 1-3 years depending on your skin. You can get touch ups as often as you’d like.
Does it hurt? NO. Well, not really. Your brow area will be numbed with a cream. I was more sensitive my second visit than my first. Probably because my skin had just been through the process. It wasn’t anything that I couldn’t handle.
Will they look fake? Absolutely NOT. They will look AMAZING!
How much of a difference can eyebrows really make? I thought I had good eyebrows before, but let me tell you gals…now I can’t stop staring at other people’s brows! I feel like even if I have no makeup on I look put together. Megan changed the shape a bit and it opened up my face more. She did things I would never have thought to do. She will make sure everything is symmetrical and you will leave looking Kardashian worthy. Trust. It makes SUCH a difference & I would recommend doing this to any of my friends.

This is Megan’s makeover haven:

Here is my before and after and the last two photos are at my one month check up. You can see from the first and last picture what a difference it makes. I used to fill in my brows and now I don’t have to do that anymore 🙂 HOLLA!

Megan is such a wonderful person and I not only think of her as the “Eyebrow Queen”, but a forever friend. She has a great program where she also gives this gift to others. Check it out here. You can also follow her amazing before and after photos on Instagram and Facebook. If you have any questions please feel free to comment!

I made a video of the process below & I hope you enjoy! xo – Becky

Christmas Gift Picks 2016

December 8, 2016

I adore this silhouette of Connor from Miss Thistle Shop. It’s a great gift for Grandparents or yourself 🙂 She does an amazing job!

Y’all I adore these Tecova’s boots and they are handmade here in Austin, TX. For a handmade boot they are AMAZING quality and go with literally everything. I get so many compliments on them whenever I wear them.

This Michael Kors Moss Convertable Tote is 40% off right now and is everything I love in a bag. I cannot tell you how long I’ve been looking for this EXACT color!

I got one of these blankets last year at the Nordstrom sale and it’s one of my favorite items. It’s Mama’s warm fuzzy blanket. I take it with me EVERYWHERE!

A lot of people ask what kind of camera I use. I shoot with a Nikon D750 FX-format Digital SLR Camera Body. If there is one thing I would tell everyone to invest in, it’s a great camera.

I found this confetti pouch from Packed Party last weekend while shopping with my friend Ellen. I love it and it’s just a really cute travel item to stick in your bag.

These bracelets from Premier Designs are some of my favorite pieces and throughout the day I find myself looking at them as a reminder. No matter what you need to hear.

This Kikkerland Selfie Light is awesome! The light is super bright and if you are ever out at night you know how frustrating taking pictures can be.

These 2-in-1 Mini Fan for iPhone/iPad and Android – Pink, Blue & Green – 3-Pack Bundle are the perfect stocking stuffer. If you are like me and always a hot sweaty mess, this is the perfect item to keep in your purse on a hot day or during a hot flash.

I saw these cuties at Christmas in Cowtown this year. They are called Warmies, I got Connor the Intelex Cozy Microwaveable Plush, Puppy and are soooooo soft. You warm them in the microwave for a few minutes before bed and they smell soothing and he loves to sleep with it.

So that’s my short but sweet list of Christmas picks for 2016. What have you found that is super cool and fabulous this year? I’m always down for checking out new stuff!

xo Becky

Ready for Fall with ChapStick® + Enter to WIN!

September 29, 2016

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Well, as you all know we just moved into our new HOME! Praise the Lord!

Our bodies are a bit tired and we are a little achy, but are super excited for this chapter in our lives and the memories to be made in our new house. We are still unpacking and getting things in order. I can’t wait to share all the things we’ve been doing to update the house. I think it’s a lot of fun! There are definitely great things about owning a new house like our last home, but the character in an older home, the mature trees in the yard, and little “fixes” make for a fun adventure!

Yesterday I had all the windows open and it was a cool 68 degrees…it finally feels like FALL! Woohoo! My favorite season 🙂

I’m super excited to bust out those boots and scarves that have been sitting in storage. I always get SUPER dry lips in the fall/winter months too. It’s something that happens to me every single year.

This year I’m fully stocked with ChapStick®, America’s favorite lip balm, and I’m ready for the cold fronts baby! I keep one in my purse, in Connor’s backpack, and in my car. I’m always prepared and ready for the chill.

ChapStick® is available in so many varieties and flavors. I just saw “Pumpkin Pie” flavor at the store the other day! You can also purchase at Chapstick®’s new online store! Healthy & happy lips are only a click away! (Please note: there is a minimum quantity requirement of 3 items in order to proceed with checkout.)

My personal favorite is a Classic Cherry. Yum…Yum…

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What’s Your Wrinkle Rating? #RoCWrinkleRanking

September 6, 2016

This post is sponsored by RoC® Skincare as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.

Aging…it happens to the best of us. It happens to EVERYONE! No one is immune to the effects the environment has on our skin. Skin is the human body’s largest organ, that’s crazy right?

I want to do everything I can to protect my skin, because I only have one set of skin. When I was younger I used to tan in tanning beds and lay out in the sun religiously. You know what they say “I should have listened to my parents” or “I should have started taking care of my skin at a younger age”.

I turned 35 in May and I certainly don’t feel like a spring chicken anymore, but I know my skin still has a fighting chance. Thanks to a great skincare regimen including RoC^® RETINOL CORREXION products. RoC^® has been a leading French skincare brand for more than 50 years, devoted to developing anti-aging products that guarantee visible and lasting results for healthier skin.

Here is a look at the 2016 RoC^® Wrinkle Ranking. Fort Worth-Arlington is my area and we come in at #34 on the list. Not too shabby. Where do you see your city on the list? Is your wrinkle radar correct?

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So, I’ve been using the RoC^® RETINOL CORREXION products for a couple of weeks now and I have noticed my skin is smoother and softer.

I know that getting older is a gift and a blessing, but like I always say…nobody wants to see that blessing all over your face honey 🙂

My areas of concern (Raw and honest here- and makeup free!) :

In between my eyes…don’t think to hard or frown too much! Ha!

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The corners of my eyes aka “crows feet”

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The smile zone. I love to smile, but I don’t want a permanent crease where my smile belongs. Don’t forget about your neck either, so many people forget about their neck & it ages too!

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The RoC^®RETINOL CORREXION line utilizes retinol, that is pretty much the best ingredient for anti-aging. Retinol reduces the appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles while improving skin tone and firmness. Because RoC^®Skincare understands that retinol is only truly effective in its purest and most stable form, all the RoC^® Brand retinol products are packaged in a special aluminum tube that protects retinol from light and air to keep it stable.

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On a day to day basis keep your skin looking healthy with the RoC^® Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer. I love this and use it before applying my makeup every morning along with the eye cream.

I know we can’t always control the elements around us and where we live, but we can do our best to fight against them. I’ll leave my skin in the hands of RoC^® Skincare, with over 50 years of experience, I think they know what they are doing.

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Back To School with Pearle Vision

August 17, 2016

School is TWO weeks away! Can you believe it? A few weeks ago I shared about our trip to Pearle Vision. Make sure you check your kiddo’s eyes out before school starts. Nothing is worse than feeling self conscious and unsure because you can’t see. It affects how a child learns and so much more!

We loved our visit to Pearle Vision, both Connor and I both got our eyes checked and we are good to go!

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Connor didn’t need glasses this visit, although he sure did have fun trying on some different styles. I, however, did get a brand new pair. One of my favorite things to do is read books. I knew I was due for a new pair and everyone was so helpful. I chose a trendy tortoise shell style.

Here are my new rims from Pearle Vision, I love them so much:

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I know glasses are probably in Connor’s future, but it’s nice to know he’s good for now and ready to start first grade. If you are searching for an Eye Doctor I encourage you to check out Pearle Vision. They were super nice and answered all our questions….we’ll definitely be back.

Pearle Vision has close to 600 eye care centers located throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, Pearle Vision is built around a doctor-centered business model with a primary focus on delivering genuine eye care to patients. It has become a trusted source for all my eye health needs.

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Also, I shared with you all on Facebook LIVE today a countdown calendar for school. I’ll leave the free printable here. Remember, you can pick and choose what you want to do on your countdown calendar….and getting an eye exam would be a great item to put on your countdown list 🙂

Would you get your kids eyes checked?

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Back to School in Style with Mini Boden + Enter to WIN a $500 Boden Shopping Spree!

August 7, 2016

This post was sponsored by Boden as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

School starts in a few weeks and my baby is going to be a FIRST GRADER! Somebody stop time for me okay? I mean seriously how cute is my lil’ guy?

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When I was a little girl my Mom would take my sister and I back to school shopping and it was the best thing ever! My Mom always made it a fun event shopping for school supplies, backpacks, shoes, and clothing.

I want Connor to look forward to going back to school too. A few weeks before school starts I start getting Connor excited about getting a new backpack or lunch box…and CLOTHES! I know how I felt on the first day of school walking into class with a new outfit on. There is just something about wearing a new outfit that makes you feel a little bit more confident.

This year Connor and I picked out clothes from Mini Boden. I’ve always loved the prints and British styles that Mini Boden offers. The clothes I’ve bought from Mini Boden have lasted & lasted throughout the years. It’s one of my tried and true children’s clothing brands. The styles that Mini Boden offers are so adorable! And don’t worry about buying from across the pond, Mini Boden provides worry-free shipping (free shipping & returns over $49).

Here are some of our favorite outfits we got for back to school from Mini Boden:

I just adore these jeans, dress shirt, and shoes:

These Super Soft T-Shirts are a fall staple:

Connor is really into dinosaurs right now so of course we got this adorable Jurassic Stripe T-shirt!

No outfit is complete without a pair of shoes 🙂 We chose these Suede Desert Boots that can go with just about anything- dress up or down with a pair of jeans for khakis.

Connor is going to join Cub Scouts this fall, so he’s going go camping! Nothing is better than a nice cozy pair of jammies when camping. Mini Boden has the cutest styles and prints when it comes to pajamas!

I’m super excited about first grade and I know Connor is too 🙂 Thank you Mini Boden for sending us back to school in style!

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