tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85774364427465560432024-02-20T15:19:54.333-05:00The Manicured SlayerStaking the Blues Away...Without Chipping a NailThe Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.comBlogger110125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-37849373550638748252014-04-20T06:08:00.000-04:002014-04-20T06:08:03.713-04:00For Cannon<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">*Disclosure--I purchased all of the following polishes used in my manicure. Rainbow Honey donated 50 bottles of Believe in Pink with awareness bands to help raise funds for St. Baldrick's Foundation. This is my honest, unbiased review.*</span></i><br />
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As many of you know, I had my head shaved for <a href="http://www.stbaldricks.org/"><b>St. Baldrick's Foundation</b></a> to raise money for pediatric cancer research. One of the reasons I did this was for a special little boy, 2 year old Cannon. One year ago today he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma--one of the worst childchood cancers. Seeing the pictures of this sweet boy, reading the emotional rollercoaster they were going through by his mother, and learning the statistics of pediatric cancer from his father, I HAD to do something. Ignorance isn't bliss, folks.<br />
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And so on March 8, 2014, I had my head shaved and it was one of the best days of my life. Thanks to the incredible generosity of friends and family, I raised $2610.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>THUMBS UP to everyone who helped me raise money for St. Baldrick's Foundation to end pediatric cancer for GOOD!</b></td></tr>
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In addition, Dee of <a href="http://www.rainbowhoney.com/">Rainbow Honey</a> graciously donated 50 bottles of <b><i>Believe in Pink</i></b>, the October LE and 50 pink awareness bands for me to sell to raise funds.<br />
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I am committed to this for life. It is an amazing feeling to finally KNOW why you were put on this earth. I will be creating a website in the near future with my story of having my head shaved, fundraising, as well as statistics, kids who are fighting cancer, or who have lost their battle, and how you can get involved!<br />
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Meanwhile, Cannon continues to receive treatments. We had hoped he would reach NED this week--NO EVIDENCE OF DISEASE--but unfortunately there is still cancer somewhere in his body. All scans are clean--so they don't know where the cancer is. However numbers ARE going down so there is HOPE.<br />
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Cannon has a favorite blanket he carries everywhere--so this week, I did a blue ombre manicure in his honor. For some of his treatments, everthing must be washed EVERY DAY...or there are days he is sick, or bleeds from his mouth and nose due to the treatments that were meant for adults (there are NO treatments for kids for neuroblastoma). Cannon's family found a supplier of the blanket, so now he has a blanket whenever he wants :) That story has stuck with me and when I see shades of lighter blue, it reminds me of him.<br />
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You can read more about Cannon at <a href="http://www.cannonballkidscancer.org/"><b>Cannonball Kids Cancer</b></a> (now a non-profit!!)<br />
and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CannonballingCancer"><b>Facebook</b></a>.<br />
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If you missed out and would like to donate to my St. Baldrick's Fundraising, you can find my personal page here: <a href="http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/makekristabald"><b>Make Krista Bald</b>!</a> Because cancer doesn't take a break!<br />
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This is my very first ombre manicure and I love it! I've been wearing this manicure for a whole WEEK! and it's still going strong. There is very slight tipwear--I used my holy grail of quick-dry topcoats--<b><i>HKGirl</i></b>. I purchased it at <a href="http://www.glistenandglow.bigcartel.com/category/nail-polish"><b>Glisten & Glow</b></a>; it is also available at<b> <a href="http://www.llarowe.com/">Llarowe</a></b>.<br />
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The polishes I used were <a href="http://dollishpolish.bigcartel.com/"><b>Dollish Polish</b></a> (LOVE her stuff!) and <a href="http://www.llarowe.com/"><b>Colors by Llarowe</b></a>. All of the polishes I used from DP are exclusive to Llarowe. Some of the CbL polishes may be available at<b> </b><a href="http://www.harlowandco.org/collections/colors-by-llarowe"><b>Harlow & Co</b>.</a> (I just checked--these colors are not available there at this time but may in the future).<br />
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All of the lighter polishes needed about 3 coats to be opaque. The 2 darker blues needed 2, but you *might* be able to get away with one. AND I finally got smart and used my <b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/OttLite-K94CP3-Adjustable-Height-Magnifier-Champagne/dp/B002CWPQ7Q/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1397987594&sr=8-5&keywords=ott+lamp">Ott Lamp</a></b> for photos! I think it's a huge improvement :)</div>
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<b><i>Beach Glass</i></b> is a cream crelly with blue, green and teal glitter. I topped it with a bit of <b><i>Home is Where the Heart Is</i></b>, an amazing blue/teal/green flakey topcoat. <b>HIWTHI</b> is a Limited Edition, and sales went to help the chairity <a href="http://www.fairydogparents.org/">"<b>Fairy Dog Parents</b>"</a> The two together makes this light up --they truly are perfect together!!</div>
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<b><i>Zipper</i></b> is a soft blue with a hint of grey. You can see the hologram faintly glowing in this picture. It is *so* lovely!</div>
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<b><i> Frozen</i></b> is that perfect "Cinderella" blue--or should I say Elsa blue! (it even matches one of my medications lol) It has just a hint of sparkle to it that gives it depth.<br />
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<b><i>Monkey See, Monkey Do</i></b> is an amazing light royal blue with a strong linear hologram. In regular light, it appears darker, almost the same color as <b><i>Love You Forever</i></b>, but in sunlight I can see a definite difference. Fantastic!<br />
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Finally, <b><i>Love you Forever</i></b> is a darker navy blue, with a strong linear hologram and gold shimmer that truly makes this an incredibly special polish. This was also a LE polish, and sales went to <a href="http://www.coloncancerfoundation.org/"><b>Susie's Cause</b></a>. There is so much love wrapped up in this polish--it was made for Llarowe's Customer Service agent, Emily, whose mother passed away from colon cancer (represented by a blue ribbon). The children's book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Love-You-Forever-Robert-Munsch-ebook/dp/B009XHAM8G/ref=la_B000APX51G_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1397861112&sr=1-1">Love You Forever</a> was very special to them.<br />
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I have finally started purchasing more blue polishes lately.....it took me some time digging through my stash to find the right blues to make this a nice ombre gradient manicure. I proved to myself that I can wear more "muted" tones (yes this is muted for me lol) and still look dazzling. In the sunlight it was really a sparklefest!!!<br />
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Please continue to keep Cannon in your thoughts as he battles this monster. He is truly my hero and so are his parents. They taught me so much and I truly love him with all my heart, even though I haven't met him yet. And keep a look out for an announcement with my next big project!<br />
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<b>Stay pretty and remember</b>:<br />
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I could not resist purchasing this set from<a href="http://www.llarowe.com/"> llarowe</a>--it was only $10 for 4 polishes that are full sized (.5 oz). The botttle shape is different from what we're used to from Color Club but I love them! The remind me of the bottles from Deborah Lippmann and Glitter Gal.<br />
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The photos were taken quickly with an iphone (thanks Baby Gator! my college daughter). They just do not do the polishes justice as photos rarely do but I love them! However no one can find any swatches so here you go!!<br />
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Each is a sheer base with the same opalescent flakie that gives a pink/gold flash.<br />
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10 Spiral Stars has a clear base</div>
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11 Pink Planet has a pink/peach base (over the white nail swatch it's very faint)</div>
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13 Violet Twilight has a blue/purple base</div>
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14 Spiral Stars over Colors by llarowe Unzipped (a sky blue hologram)</div>
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15 Pink Planet over Colors by llarowe Strega (a bright red with shimmer)</div>
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16 Galactic Garden over Colors by llarowe Gizzards & Lizards (an amazing dark green/teal with a strong linear holo and full of hologram goodness!)</div>
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17 Violet Twilight over Colors by llarowe Grace (a lovely purple multichrome)</div>
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My absolute favorites were 16 & 17. I think I'd walk into traffic staring at Gizzards & Lizards with the flakies and holos!! 17 is less flashy but truly gorgeous. The flakies give off almost a red spark over the purple in Grace.</div>
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-17367502530923297362013-09-21T03:35:00.000-04:002013-09-21T03:35:43.874-04:00Popsugar Must Have! *Special Edition Box*<div style="text-align: center;">
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I have loved just about every minute being a subscriber of PopSugar Must Have (aka Must Have Bag....somewhere around the 3rd or 4th month "bag" was dropped). After a bit of a disaster from their first Special Edition Box (which was very quickly taken care of by their fantastic staff) I have splurged on the SE Box since.<br />
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The normal box costs $35/month (there are deals if you subscribe for multiple months). The SE Box costs $100 BUT the value is phenomenal!!<br />
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Here's the box that came to me in September (belated Happy 21st Anniversary to me!)<br />
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RACHEL ZOE GOLD INFINITY KNOT RING--RETAIL $75 </div>
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I really love this ring even though I rarely wear them due to my psoriatic arthritis in my hands. However it looks adorable on my pinky and it's really pretty!</div>
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STILA LUXE EYESHADOW PALETE--$45</div>
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Included a lovely case, and 9 matte and shimmery shadows plus an eyeliner that is NOT BLACK! It also includes some tips using the various shadows/liner. I don't purchase Stila since I usually purchase Indie cosmetics, but this is a pretty set and I really like it. Easy for day/night.</div>
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BEURRE & SEL COOKIES IN ROSEMARY PARMESAN--$10</div>
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Nom Nom Nom. 'Nuff said.</div>
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<span 0px="" 24px="" black="" cursor:="" font-family:="" helvetica="" line-height:="" neue="" none="" outline:="" pointer="" sans-serif="" start="" text-align:="" text-decoration:="">Mine is similar to this only has a black interier. It's silk and it is GORGEOUS. Although when I read the uses (shopping, gym) I was like "No way!" This pretty will go with me to the theatre and other dressy affairs. LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE (would have added a few more O's if there had been some kind of zipper or snap attachment but I could probably add something myself).</span></div>
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<span style= color: black; cursor: pointer; font-family: 'helvetica neue', helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 24px; outline: 0px; text-align: start; text-decoration: none;">Library of Flowers Bubble Bath--$36</span></div>
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Christian Lacroix Papier Notebook--$15</div>
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For anyone who knows me I. LOVE. Journals. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE. I use them for all sorts of things and a blank one is like....a new life. I just started using mine (I call it Uplifting) to write down uplifting lyrics, quotes, poems, etc. I'd never spend this much on a notebook but I adore this!</div>
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Going by the lowest prices, this Special Edition Box comes to just shy of $300! WOO HOO! I just got my monthly subscription box which I will review soon.</div>
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Have you tried PopSugar or the special boxes? It is totally a worthwhile splurge!</div>
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The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-47971987515023541872013-07-15T12:00:00.000-04:002013-07-15T12:00:07.434-04:00NOTD: Enchanted!<div>
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One of the hottest Indie nailpolishes on the market right now is <a href="http://www.enchantedpolish.com/">Enchanted Polish</a>. I have managed to acquire quite a few through the Enchanted Polish website as well as <a href="http://llarowe.com/">llarowe</a>. These polishes are going like hotcakes--after doing a mega skittles manicure, I now understand why!<br />
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Before the <b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Love a Lot of Glitter</span></i></b> collection came out, I saw a blogger who had swatched the glitter over earlier multichromes *drool faint dies*. I knew at some point I wanted to try that and here we are!<br />
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Two of the polishes I used as a base are from the Beatles' line--fabulous polishes to celebrate one of the best bands in history. The Love a Lot collection is inspired by Care Bears--and I am old enough to remember getting my first Care Bear when they originally came out ;)<br />
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I topped each color with one of the <span style="font-size: large; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Love a Lot of Glitters </span>topcoats.</div>
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Thumb to pinky, <b><span style="font-size: large;">Enchanted Polish</span></b>:</div>
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The coat of black under Across the Universe really makes this multichrome pop! It shifts from a navy blue to green to burgundy with a fine shimmer. Adding Freeze Machine--a mix of blue, green and irridescent glitter--makes this look like the universe! It literally glows as if powered by tiny LED lights!</div>
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I could have omitted the black base coat for Dragon Spit--a fiery orange hologram--but I know for next time. The mix of colors and shapes of DayDream surprise made it look like fireworks!! OOOH!</div>
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Hey Jude is a fantastic green multichrome that shift from lime green to gold to blue. I picked Wish Me Good Luck for the green glitters, but the black and blue really popped in the photos, and silver snuck in there somehow! These were really difficult to photograph, but so gorgeous to look at!</div>
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Hot Glam Girl also could have been built up on its own--my favorite color, pink and a linear hologram *swoon*. Tenderheart was a perfect color match, though the hearts were a bit tricky to fish out--but I managed to get one! The glitter comes in red, yellow/gold, irridescent shapes.</div>
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The glitters needed a few coats of quick dry to really smooth it out. My HOLY GRAIL is HK Girl--although I have tried several quick dry brands, this one never lets me down! I purchase mine from <a href="http://www.glistenandglow.bigcartel.com/category/nail-polish">Glisten & Glow</a>.</div>
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Here are the bottle shots of these much-loved beauties!</div>
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Ocean Potion--another linear holo and so dreamy!</div>
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Hey Jude and Across the Universe--from the Beatle's Collection--stunning multichromes!</div>
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Ahhh this is why I love doing skittles manicures--it takes some coordination, but I get to play with more polishes this way!</div>
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Do you have any of these lovelies? Which are your favorite?</div>
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The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-79508796684112555542013-07-09T12:00:00.000-04:002013-07-09T12:00:01.870-04:00Who wants to be a BEAUTY BOUNTY HUNTER?If you've seen my sidebar, you may have seen this image for awhile<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">BEAUTY BOUNTY HUNTERS.</span></div>
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In my quest for #worldpolishdomination, I have searched high and low for some beauties that I have just missed and would love to add to my collection. But I'm just one person, so I decided to enlist the help of the beauty mavens of the world.</div>
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There will be rewards for helping me find <b><i>my precioussssssssssssss.</i></b></div>
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How will this work? First I do request that the product be new, in the original bottle. (Original box not necessary). I will accept a polish that has only been swatched. I need a photo of the product, and if you have an account with eBay, Etsy, etc, a link to your feedback. Contact me at <u>headacheslayer@gmail.com</u> or to this post with your email address if you have what I'm looking for.</div>
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Next, payment will be one of two forms--<u>Paypal</u>, for the retail price of the polish plus 10% (and shipping to me). The other payment could be in the form of a <u>swap</u>. I have several polishes that I have doubles of, for swapping. In addition, especially if this is an international swap, there are lots of polishes I have access to. I will swap 1-3 polishes (and you might get some extras just because that's the way I roll). Polishes to be decided on before swap. I do have 100% positive feedback on Ebay and Etsy (both as TheCraftyAngel).</div>
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And how could we forget the <i><b>fame</b></i> in <b><i>fame and fortune</i></b>? You will get a badge for your blog/website/tattoo artist to emblazon on your flesh that states you are a ManicuredSlayer Bounty Hunter! I will place the badge on my site with a link to the site of your choice. You will also have my undying gratitude and I will be happy to help you find your own lemmings in the future ;)</div>
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In the original Wanted Poster, I had 2 Deborah Lippmann's--<i><b>Raise Your Glass</b></i> (a LE found only in Canada) and an older release, <b><i>Don't Call Me Baby</i></b>. I met a fantastic woman on FB who purchased RYG for me (and we later did a fun swap). And RIGHT before Xmas, my search for DCMB popped up on eBay. Who says there's not a Santa???</div>
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I have every single Cult Nail release--except these two. I became a Cultie right before Always Winning was retired and just missed out on Unicorn Puke. I *do* have Clairvoyant but would love to have the official bottle with the gold label and Unicorn Puke name (plus they are numbered) ;)</div>
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The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-30779886874278967922013-07-05T22:15:00.000-04:002013-07-05T22:15:52.779-04:00NOTD: Independence Eh?<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">*Disclosure--I purchased the following polishes*</span></i><br />
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I'm running a bit late posting this--in fact, I didn't finish the manicure until the wee hours of July 5th. It happens lol.<br />
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I had planned the polishes I wanted to use beforehand, however. One of my *favorite* Indie brands: <a href="http://www.girlybitscosmetics.com/">Girly Bits</a>. I love Pam's creations so much, I have every single release in my collection (and a few backups). The name grabbed me right away, but how could I resist a polish with a crystal rhinestone on each bottle? Bling ON Bling. And the polishes are divine as well of course ;) While Pam has changed the label (and no more extra bling) every polish continues to be fantastic.<br />
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The irony is not lost on me, using a Canadian brand to celebrate our nation's independence. I couldn't resist using that when naming my post (my husband and I bonded over puns, the basis for our 20-year-long marriage)<br />
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Of course, <b><i>Star Spangled</i></b> was the first color I chose. It's a royal blue and red glitter in a blue jelly base. The glitter is very small, so it's not bumpy or gritty. I used 2 or 3 coats; it dries a tiny bit matte, so some topcoat really makes it sparkle.<br />
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I applied that for my accent nail and then looked at the remaining polishes to try and suss out a design. I have seen a few manicures that are a twist on the traditional French manicure--a design that covers the nailtip, but leaves the nailbed clear--so I decided to give it a whirl.<br />
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Here's the one that really captured my attention, from <a href="http://www.chalkboardnails.com/2013/02/trippy-drippy.html">Chalkboard Nails</a><br />
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I freehanded the French tip with 2 different colors--<b><i>Rogue</i></b>, a ruby glitter in a clear base; and <b><i>Denim Diva</i></b>, a soft deep blue with a hint of shimmer. I only needed one coat of Diva, but needed a few coats of Rogue for better coverage. I don't think you could build this up to full opacity without using at least 3 coats.<br />
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Diva is a nice compliment to the blue in Spangled and it really reminds me of a well-worn pair of blue jeans. Rogue's red sparkle is dazzling and rich.<br />
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I was going to tape off the tips for the next part but it was still a bit wet (insert quick patch up). I added some quick dry topcoat to seal them and went ahead with more free-hand work (whoa!)<br />
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I used 2 similar glitters over my clear nailbeds--<b><i>Canadian Eh?</i></b> and <i style="font-weight: bold;">Viva La Revolution! </i>Canadian Eh? is for the celebration of Canada Day (July 1), and Revolution is for Bastille Day (July 14). Both have red glitter and white matte glitter with a bit of sparkle, Revolution adds blue hex glitter; each represents the colors of their flags. To my eye, they are both the same with the exception of the blue glitter. I used the dab method to distribute the glitter across the nail bed. I added another layer of quick dry topcoat to finish it off and smooth it out.<br />
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I am absolutely IN LOVE with the way the glitter looks over the nailbed. I can't quite describe it, but it looks so cool, the glitter suspended in the clear coats. It sparkles and hovers every so slightly off the nail. How would you describe it?<br />
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-86588722921042424562013-07-02T02:37:00.000-04:002013-07-02T02:37:51.258-04:00NOTD: Neon POP!<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">*Disclaimer--I purchased the following products*</span></i><br />
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Summer seems to be flying by--it's nearly the 4th and my daughter will be going to college orientation in a few weeks.<br />
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I wanted to do something bright and fun before I did a patriotic mani, and I was totally drawn to <a href="https://www.kbshimmer.com/product-category/nail-polish/">KBShimmer's 2013 Summer collection</a>. Ever since I discovered this Indie brand, I have been in LUST with every release. This collection did not disappoint either! It reminded me of summer and the 80's--a great combo. I graduated from highschool in 1988. Yes, I'm 43 and walking around with neon colors on my nails ;)<br />
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I'm not a huge fan of "crellys" or semi-opaque polishes with glitter (matte or shiny). But when I saw KBShimmer's <i><b>What's Your Damage</b></i>, I had to get it--and I knew I wanted to do a mani around it. The base is a creamy off-white and it's jam-packed full of hot pink, green, and black matte glitter in dots and shreds. It needed 3 coats to really get good coverage and hide VNL. I had considered putting down a coat of white polish first, but decided to go without. I really love it!<br />
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It is not hard to get all the different glitters on the nail--especially with multiple coats. A few glitter stuck out on the end of my nail, so I gently smoothed it out while still wet. It needed a couple of coats of clear topcoat to smooth it out. I think I like it shiny rather than "natural" but I am sure some may like it with a matte topcoat.<br />
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Naturally another polish from this collection went perfectly with it--<b><i>Don't Pink Twice</i></b>. It is a fantastic searing hot pink with a very faint blue shimmer. I see it more in the bottle than on the nail but even so, it is AWESOME. OH! It shows up in the photos, yay!<br />
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It dries matte and looks great that way but I added topcoat to unify the manicure. I used 3 coats. There is still some VNL but it's not that obvious to me. Some recommend using white under neons to make them pop even more. I normally put on "undies" in my manicures but it makes the process longer, and I like the "depth".<br />
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I was torn between several green polishes, but eventually an earlier KBShimmer release <b><i>Key Lime Pie</i></b> won out (it's now discontinued..sorry if I created a lemming!) It's a glitterbomb of green, gold and white in a bright green jelly base. The glitter takes several forms--bars (which I'm not usually a fan of), dots and hexes. This needs a few coats of topcoat to smooth it out and some of the glitter can stick out. I used 3 coats for this as well.<br />
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KBShimmer L-R Don't Pink Twice, What's Your Damage?, Key Lime Pie</div>
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All but Key Lime Pie are available through KBShimmer.com as well as her <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/KBShimmer?ref=shop_sugg">Etsy store KBShimmer</a>. She also sells a variety of other products including cuticle oil, soaps (NOM), and other bath & body products.</div>
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How is your summer going? Do you like neons for this time of year? I'd love to hear from you!</div>
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-59163537251058149532013-06-17T01:00:00.000-04:002013-06-17T01:00:52.338-04:00NOTD: Manicures before Mimosas<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>*Disclaimer--all products were purchased by me*</i></span><br />
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I've been busy with many medical issues. I've been doing manicures, but I've had my husband working on his photography skills, and we've had a bunch of events surrounding my daughter's graduation.<br />
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Part of my new medication regimen includes one that prohibits me from having alcohol. Thus the name of my current manicure, a twist on the name of one of the polishes featured.<br />
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I was inspired by this manicure by <a href="http://www.lovevarnish.com/2013/04/china-glaze-mimosas-before-manis.html">Love, Chocolate, Varnish & More</a><br />
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First I began with the new KBShimmer Nail Prep--it's supposed to adjust the pH of your nails so they are just right for nailpolish. I've used it a few times and love it! Next, I added a coat of KBShimmer Base Coat (I find it helps with staining) and a coat of Butter London Nail Foundation--it's a sheer nude that is a bit like makup foundation and helps as "underwear" to hide visible nail line (VNL).<br />
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On my thumb, I used 3 coats of Hare Polish You Want Them To Eat What? from the latest collection. It is just.....wow. It was one of the shades that drew me to the collection in the first place. It's a creamy shimmer base with gold, coral, yellow, and maybe white or light pink glitter. In certain angles, it looks like there is green as well.<br />
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Index and middle fingers, I used 2 coats of China Glaze Mimosas before Manis. It is truly a beautiful peachy/orange with a gold shimmer. It's not too sheer but you really need 2 coats to smooth it out--and even then I found I needed a good topcoat to give it that perfect sheen. The shimmer isn't in your face noticeable, but so pretty.<br />
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Ring fingers have 2 coats of Zoya Jacqueline. You all know I LOVE bright bold and glitter. I absolutely ADORE this color. It's a "magnolia cream"--off-white with a hint of yellow. However it really needs 2 coats and topcoat--and even then it was not perfect. But I knew I was putting polka dots, so I didn't bother. I think I may thin it out a bit before next time (and OH there will be a next time!!!)<br />
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*I have to pause here and say that yes, I have ended my grudge with Zoya. The spring Pixie Dusts and Summer Collections threw me back into lust with the brand. I decided that while I love the polishes (and remover) I can't stand the Zoya FB staff, the glittermobbing, and Zoya Customer Service. So what's a girl to do? I now buy my Zoya from other sources. I did buy from Zoya with the recent BOGO so I could get the whole summer foil/glass fleck collection, plus a few more pinks. But It's going to take a sale like that to get me to order directly from them--even if it costs more from other sellers. The lack of hassle is well worth it.*<br />
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My pinkies are wearing OPI I Can't Find My Czechbook. Such a beautiful bright blue--much more blue than my inspiration (and I have that color too, I just didn't want to dig around for it). 2 Easy coats. This shade of blue tends to stain my nails, so we'll see. I find if I use a little extra polish remover and then buff my nails, the staining is gone. The photo doesn't do it justice.....it is more bright blue than the Tiffany dupes and Cinderella.<br />
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I then took some dotting tools and added dots of the CG, OPI and OPI's Goldeneye--that is such a stunning gold.....instant love. I had wanted to use Cult Nails Blaze but again, didn't feel like digging. I am looking forward to converting my daughter's room into a guest room/beauty room complete with polish organization!<br />
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After I did the dots, I had planned on using a stamping pattern on my orange nails--but after seeing the gold dots, I decided to do a "Bindi" design on the nails instead. I was so in love with this manicure, I had my husband photograph this right away. I am OVER THE MOON. And I have a few appointments this week so lots of places to show them off (and test it out!)<br />
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I topped them with the new KBShimmer quick dry Top Coat. I am SO pleased with it. Lately my holy Grail has been KG brand....I think this works just as well! Hooray! It works fast and doesn't feel thick (like Cult Nails Wicked Fast--works great but feels so thick on my nails).<br />
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I had so much fun doing this, it truly brightened my mood. I can't help but smile when I look at it :) Considering I have 2 doctor visits this week to get test results, it's just what I need.<br />
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**Preview--I'm getting my hair colored this week! Stay tuned for a rocking LOTD!**<br />
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Have a great week and as always<br />
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It may be rather cliche, but I decided to do a heart manicure for my trip to the cardiologist. I was a bit too nervous to show them off.<br />
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I am still in my PINK mode, but I tried out a bunch of new (and not yet wheel-swatched) polishes. I am SO behind in swatching it's not funny. I think I'm up to 4 boxes? Yikes. And I'll probably have to order more swatch wheels as well lol.<br />
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In any case, I tried some layering on a few nails that I thought came out nicely, plus stamping--I need to work on getting them straight but I was really happy with how they came out! I have to say that for myself, using Konad polishes/scraper and the stamper from LLarowe seem to work best for me. I used <a href="http://www.konadnailart.com/contents/media/z-konad-special-polish-10ml-black.jpg">Konad's "Special stamping" black polish.</a> I used a basecoat of white for each nail.<br />
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Forgive the messiness. I did this late at night and was worn out after my dr. appt to clean up. I need to work on those skills more *sheepish*<br />
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These were my favorite nails.....I used 2 coats of CrowsToes Tequila Sunrise (Llarowe), topped with Enchanted Polish Flamingo Freckles (Mei Mei Signatures). Stamp is from Salon Express, SE 18.</div>
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Polish--Pahlish Sugar Venom (Etsy, Llarowe)</div>
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Stamp--Bundle Monster BM 03</div>
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Index nails--Cult Nails Kiss My Rose Bush (Cult Nails) </div>
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Polish--Zoya Pixie Dust Miranda (with clear coat)</div>
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I wasn't sure about Sugar Venom when I bought it--but it is so much prettier in the bottle/on the nail than I thought! LOVE!!!<br />
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Cult nails (with the LE caps lol) is a perfect pink that dries a bit matte (wax finish). Pixie Dust added that sweet sparkle...I have quite a few "shimmery" top coats and I love them all!<br />
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Unfortunately, I could NOT get any decent shots of Cult Nails <a href="http://shop.cultnails.com/images/1366214222694-1488381512.jpeg">Morning Glory</a> and <a href="http://shop.cultnails.com/images/Charlatan%20Tight.png">Charlatan</a>. None. Morning Glory dries to what Maria describes as a wax finish. Charlatan is a color-changing topcoat and it is just.....magic. I have 2 bottles of it, thankfully.<br />
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Zoya's Pixie Dust Miranda is a raspberry pink "textured" polish. You're not supposed to use a base or topcoat--though I found a basecoat still worked fine. I wasn't sure how a stamp would work without a topcoat so--I used a topcoat. It looks so juicy and lovely!!<br />
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So yes, I have broken my grudge with Zoya. Sort of. For the most part I'm purchasing from any site BUT Zoya--since my issues were with the customer service and snotty attitude on the FB page. And I couldn't resist the recent BOGO, not with the new summer polishes. I am weak, what can I say? I will still purchase Zoya from other sites as much as I can, if only to not deal with them directly. Win win?<br />
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Until my cardio workups are over, I'm going to be sticking with a sort of heart theme....and I just came up with something a bit clever tonight ;) Check my pinterest boards to see if you can figure out what manicure I'll be trying to re-create (clue--it will NOT be all pink!) Leave your guesses in the comments ;)<br />
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-88664060490427408002013-05-18T01:44:00.000-04:002013-05-18T01:44:00.343-04:00NOTD: IT'S SO FLUFFY PINK<i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><b>*Blog Disclaimer: All products mentioned in this post were purchased by me. In the event I am ever sent something for review you will hear my happy squee over in Europe, I promise.*</b></span></i><br />
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I am probably one of the last people on earth who has NOT seen "Despicable Me". However I couldn't help but be enchanted by a recent <a href="http://dollishpolish.bigcartel.com/">Dollish Polish</a> release called "It's So Fluffy I'm Gonna Die"--a line from an adorable moppet in the animated film.<br />
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Not only did I purchase the polish, I happened along a <a href="http://kids.woot.com/">Woot!</a> that had me squealing the same words. Behold, my very own <a href="http://www.zoobies.com/">Zoobie Pink Unicorn</a>:<br />
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Ariel also came with her own "mini-me"<br />
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Thumbnails--One coat of OPI I Think in Pink as base</div>
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My unicorns, plus the DP inspired my pink skittle manicure, </div>
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It's So Pink I'm Gonna Die!</div>
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L-R (except ring finger) One coat OPI I Think in Pink</div>
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I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE these polishes! They each have a special "pink" about them ;) DP ISFIGD was a tiny bit difficult in fishing out glitter, but no problem with DECMD and IHWSH (you could build to opaque for that one but I chose to leave it a bit more bare). BJ applied easy peasy as did HG--I haven't done many holos--and this one is a very vivid one!--but it applied super smooth. I might have gotten away with one coat on it, but went for two.<br />
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L-R OPI I Think in Pink, Color Club Halo-Graphic, Darling Diva BJ, Enchanted Polish Don't Ever Call Me Doll, Dollish Polish I'll Have What She's Having<br />
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The bottles have collapsed from the sheer cute pinkness of this photo shoot.<br />
I *love* the way Halo-Graphic shows off that linear holo! If you right click and open in a new window you *might* be able to biggen the picture for their full shimmery sparkly gorgeousness!<br />
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Do you like pink? fluffy? Unicorns? Pink sparkly polishes?<br />
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If you can't tell, pink IS my favorite color ;)<br />
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Stay <strike>pink</strike> erm pretty!The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-81410781554673597382013-05-12T03:34:00.000-04:002013-05-12T03:34:00.627-04:00LOTD: Anthem AuditionsI have a hobby that is a bit unusual, I suppose. I like to sing the National Anthem for sporting events. So far, I've sung twice for a local hockey team, once for indoor Football, and once for a Judo match.<br />
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I felt it was time to take it to the big leagues. Literally.<br />
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I submitted my audition videos to the Tampa Bay Rays Major League Baseball team!<br />
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I had to submit one each for The National Anthem (Star Spangled Banner), God Bless America, and O Canada (for when they play a Canadian team).<br />
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I went very minimal (for me) on my makeup--it will be a different story if I'm asked to sing!<br />
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I skipped over primers since I only needed this look to last a short while ;)<br />
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Face:<br />
Fyrinnae Oil Control Powder<br />
MUFE HD Powder<br />
Vincent Longo concealer pencil #4 in Amber<br />
TIGI blush in Awaken (I just got this from my April Glossybox--LOVE it!)<br />
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Eyes:<br />
Laura Geller Wonder Wand eye brightener<br />
Beauty from the Earth (BFTE) eyeshadows in Gooseberry, Boysenberry, and Wildberry (won these from a contest)--love the combo of these!<br />
Tokidoki eyeshadow--Diamante<br />
Upper eyeliner Kat von D Autograph pencil in Homie<br />
Lower eyeliners Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eyeliner in Radium, Woodstock<br />
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Lips:<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Lip pencil in Envious<br />
Lise Watier Hydra Shine Lip Stain in Rose Orchidee<br />
Urban Decay Stardust Lipgloss in Andromeda<br />
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*unless I'm doing it wrong, the lipstain is very drying. I absolutely HAD to put lipgloss over it otherwise my lips felt so dry. Gorgeous color though!<br />
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AND my new pixi haircut--I absolutely LOVE it! I got some texturizing product in the April Glossybox as well, can't wait to try it. But my hair feels so cool and so super easy to care for. AFTER my daughter's graduation, my stylist will be adding some nice color--I'm so excited!!!<br />
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-79515629032044681862013-05-09T03:08:00.000-04:002013-05-09T03:08:00.945-04:00LOTD: Wicked!Back in January, my husband and I had the delightful pleasure in going to see Wicked! We'd purchased tickets back in September when we celebrated our 20th anniversary. It was well worth the wait (and price).<br />
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Our seats were 3rd row, Center. *Swoon*<br />
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Being my first time seeing Wicked, I cried several times. It was so amazing and moving and Christine Dwyer in the role of Elphaba was something I will NEVER forget! Hearing "Defying Gravity" and "For Good" moved me so much....I would definitely see it again!<br />
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I didn't get down all the makeup I used that evening (and photos were taken after we got home) but I have a few items to point out....<br />
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However, being distracted, I wasn't thinking while applying bases.<br />
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I put down a coat of Deborah Lippmann Rehydrating base. My psoriatic arthritis is taking a real toll on my nails---in addition to not growing/growing crooked, they are pitted and brittle. Time for some pampering!<br />
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But then I realized I wanted to try Nail Pattern Boldness Glitter A Peel (Llarowe). So I put on a coat of that. It dried pretty quickly.<br />
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I only applied the DL on my ring fingers, since they were to be my accent nails.<br />
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On the rest, I applied "undies" of Sephora's Pantone Universe Reflecting Pond. As undies, one coat was fine.<br />
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Then on my accent nails, I applied the brand new OPI Liquid Sand Tiffany Case....WOW. I absolutely LOVE everything about this polish! It went on easily, dried quickly, and I only added a 2nd coat for durability. It really sparkles in the light! It does NOT need topcoat. It is a bit texturized but not rough.<br />
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On my other nails, I applied 2 coats of Femme Fatale's Suspended Starlight. It was a bit thick and hard to fish out the stars and moons (I got a few stars but only one moon). But WOW does this polish light up like the real night sky! I can't stop staring at my hand!!<br />
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I topped off those nails with my favorite quick dry topcoat HK Girl. SS still felt a bit bumpy. I tried NPB "glitter food" on one nail but didn't like how it was applying. I think I'll save that for solid glitter bombs. I added a coat of Glitter Gal topcoat tonight and my nails feel pretty smooth (one star is sticking up a bit but it's on one of my wonky nails, so YMMV).<br />
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In addition to my nails I have a thing about socks. LOVE THEM. My favorite brands are Little Miss Matched and Betsey Johnson. Usually they make me remove my shoes for the MRI; this time they didn't but I still rocked the socks!<br />
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In addition, I finally got a new pair of reading glasses! I saw an ad on Facebook for Coastal.com,--first pair free. Loving a deal (but a bit skeptical)I took a gander. And sure enough I ordered a pair that wound up costing $14 for shipping/handling. I am SO happy with them. They are sturdy without feeling bulky--I adore the color (passion fruit) and the cute little hearts on the ear pieces are a nice touch. Their CS rocked, since I needed help reading my prescription. My order came within days and included an "eyeglass care kit"--a mini bottle of cleansing spray, a soft cloth, and a mini screwdriver, all in a small bag for easy travel.</div>
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Tshirt--purchased by me from OnestopPlus.com (Mens Big & Tall section)</div>
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I'm also sporting my new Pixie haircut which I LOVE SO HARD! It's a bit wonky from lying down in the MRI but I am happy happy happy! It's a piece of cake to care for and oh so cool (It's already in the 80's here in FL--90's next week ACK!)</div>
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The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-26685438175686966712013-05-03T01:45:00.000-04:002013-05-03T01:45:30.462-04:00Emerald Belle of the Prom!I have raised a child to adulthood. I feel pretty damn good about that!<br />
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As we quickly approaching graduation (you can call me MomofaGator, thanks!), one event not to be missed by my daughter was her senior prom. (I didn't get to go to mine....tiny bit jealous).<br />
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I couldn't help but think it was cool that she chose an Emerald green gown, especially since it is Pantone's color of the year!<br />
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My daughter will laugh at me, saying she just looks good in this color (which she does). And that her choices have nothing to do with fashion.....I can't help but think of this scene from <i>The Devil Wears Prada</i>:<br />
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I also delight in my daughter going to prom because I get to work on her hair, nails and makeup! Triple win!<br />
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My beautiful girl! Earrings/Necklace combo made by myself, using Swarovski crystals/beads and Bali silver.</div>
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I remember her first day of kindergarten....I don't know how the years have passed so quickly!</div>
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So, I have nubbins. And I always thought that lighter colors would be best....tried that with a bunch of pinks and while it looked ok, it just didn't work. So I grabbed a few polishes I've wanted to use and I am happy to say, it looked AWESOME!</div>
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I started out with 1-2 layers of Cult Nails Spontaneous. Truly a beautiful dark purple plum with a hint of shimmer. On my accent nail, I layered it with Deborah Lippmann's Sugar Daddy--a rich gold that, to me, has a flash of plum in the shade. Over that I did a coat of Julep Brooke, a very sheer purple that didn't really change the gold of Sugar Daddy but just enhanced the purple flash. The rest of the nails I used Hare Polish Cast in Bronze.....simply STUNNING. Plum with slivers and glitter of copper. And THAT is how you rock some nubbins! Covered them all with HK Girl quick dry topcoat (so far my fave).</div>
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-33127004263638979252013-02-11T14:06:00.001-05:002013-02-11T14:06:52.369-05:00Vogue Influencer NetworkI'm so giddy to be a member of the Vogue Influencer Network! Looking forward to trying new samples, entering contests and viewing exclusive content!<br />
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First up, a really adorable commercial for Longchamp Paris--bet you can't keep yourself from dancing!<br />
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I absolutely LOVE that color block dress! And who could say no to those handbags?The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-74356190851494722652013-01-29T21:11:00.001-05:002013-01-29T21:20:59.404-05:00KBShimmer announces Spring Collection!If you've been reading my blog lately you won't be surprised to know that I am a HUGE fan of KBShimmer! Christy has such a fabulous Indie polish line (as well as bath products). So I'm delighted to get the latest press release on the Spring 2013 Collection:<br />
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<strong style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px;"><b style="background-color: #d5a6bd;">KBShimmer Spring Polish Line Set For Release February 15<sup>th</sup>, 2013<o:p></o:p></b></strong></div>
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<span style="background-color: #d5a6bd;">KBShimmer is excited to announce the addition of 9 new colors to their 3-Free glitter polish line. Owner Christy Rose says "With Easter, warmer weather, and Spring Break fast approaching February is the ideal time to introduce softer pastels to our lineup, but also to add a splash of bold color." </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #d5a6bd;">The spring lineup includes three glitter top coats, two bold jellies, and four creamy pastels, one of which is scented. "Our new line was created to play off the softer palette of spring, but also to accent unique glitters like small black dots and spring 2013 Pantone colors like the color of the year, Emerald Green. We are also excited to debut this collection in our new printed bottles. With the printed bottles, and our glitter grabbing flat brush, we feel our polish is a solid addition to any collection" says Rose. <span style="font-size: 12px;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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So, do any of these pique your interest? I will love to see on-the-nail swatches as well but so far, my faves are Squared Away, Spring Training (SCENTED!! I loooove my bottle of vanilla/candy cane scented holiday polish), and Get Clover It. Oh who am I kidding? I love all of them!! lol Seriously I love the dot glitter going on in this collection, esp. in Clover. And I know her new polishes will be in the new printed bottles with names of the polishes on the bottom--so much easier to read!<br />
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Off to mark the date on my calendar...... :D
The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-8892371836319910502013-01-04T09:25:00.000-05:002013-01-04T09:25:52.105-05:00January Julep Maven--and a HUGE surprise!I've been a Julep Maven for not quite a year, and have truly enjoyed being a member and interacting on their FB page. I find that I get colors I might not have purchased otherwise and absolutely fall in love!<br />
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A few days after I chose my January box--I'm an It Girl--I got an email from Julep Maven. They told me that they appreciated my being a faithful Maven and Brand Ambassador on social media. As a result they were going to add something special to my January box. Color me happy!<br />
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The gift card is good on accomodations, restaurant and spa. *SWOON* Since we live in FL, there are plenty of lovely destinations to choose from. We're going to the beach--that much we know ;)</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">THANK YOU JULEP!!!! You truly have NO IDEA how much this means to us!!!</span></div>
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Appropriately enough, this month was called "Escape & Unwind--The Resort Collection--Nudes & Neons"</div>
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My PopSugar Must Have Luxury box came damaged. I realize there are far more important issues in the world but I cried. I was so excited about it--only to have one item that leaked to make it a goopy mess. Thankfully nothing was ruined. But I am really unhappy--not to mention the box was NOT worth the extra price I paid.<br />
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*UPDATE* PopSugar customer service replied to my problem, and will be sending me a new bottle of handsoap as well as a 2nd Chocolate Library since the cuff didn't fit me. I'm very happy with this resolution!<br />
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<li>Ipsy--it was nice. I got a sample of the yet-unreleased Urban Decay BB cream. I still cancelled. For $10 I can buy something I KNOW I want. Plus the colors they keep sending me are just okay. Favorite item--the red lipgloss by Buxom. I wouldn't have picked red, but I don't have one in that shade either.</li>
<li>Cravebox Winter Favorites--lovely :) I knew a bit of what was in the box due to going to the Twitter party (where I won a Mary Kay lipgloss! WOOHOO!). We will use one of the products and some of the coupons for New Year's Eve! Favorite item--Mary Kay lipgloss, and the blueberry breakfast biscuits (ate them today--delish!)</li>
<li>Knoshbox--LOVE! a great replacement to my Foodzie box (now a part of Joyus and no longer a subscription). There are always such great food items from amazing artisans. It would be HARD to pick a fave--the gingerbread mustache cookies; the DIY peppermint Smores (O.M.G.) </li>
<li>Samplrs--LOVE! also a great box of food!! So much awesomeness....but I think my favorite item is the lemon artichoke pesto! They include recipes for the items, and there is a recipe for chicken pasta using it, can't wait to try it!!</li>
<li>Love with Food--SO MUCH LOVE! Not only was the box great--my favorite item being too hard to pick (I already ate the almonds and chocolate covered nutter butter). BUT!!! They sent me a thank you gift--a handwritten note, box of chocolate cookies and a reusable shopping bag!</li>
<li>Goodies-- Great :) cookies, veggie "potato" chips, and apple chips! NOM! It's a fabulous price and I always get great things to munch on (plus they introduced me to Brownie Brittle--best stuff ever).</li>
<li>Eco Emi--sadly, my last box. But a nice one. We jokingly call it the "lip balm of the month box" and this was no different--though it's chocolate peppermint, so I know I will like it ;) It IS a great box if you are looking for ways to "go green" so I heartily recommend it!! I just have enough lip balms and samples.</li>
<li>Petit Amuse--food--nice as usual :) Favorite item--a jar of honey :)</li>
<li>Glossybox--AWESOMENESS!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad I signed up after my 3mos subscription expired (purchased from R29). It was all so AWESOME and I think one of my favorite overall boxes this month. I got a fabulous necklace from Jewelmint (totally my style as well), some lovely bath products, an ADORABLE lipstick from mark, a bottle of Zoya polish (though I will probably gift or swap this one, it's silver bar glitter, already have one like it). Happy happy happy :)</li>
<li>Mommebox--Nice. I signed up so I would only get one box--and it's their first box. But I will not sign up for more. The items were nice, though small samples. I'd rather spend the money on more Craveboxes!</li>
<li>Fancy--Ok. They have you fill out a profile PLUS add any details. I knew this might not be my "cup of tea" when they asked for my shirt size since I'm plus size. Sure enough, the shirt they sent was cute--but not my size. I got a cute turquoise "sugar skull" bracelet, a really cool LED watch (if I can figure out how to set it). It's just lights, no numbers, so it also doubles as kindof a techie jewelry item. I also got a small clip on bag for phone, glasses, etc. I like the idea of shopping on their site, but I cancelled my subscription.</li>
<li>Julep New Year's Mystery Box--GRIN :) I have yet to get the "super mystery box" but I was happy with what I got--5 polishes (some dupes, but I got a mystery glitter polish!), nail glitter, some hand/face sun protection cream (full size), and a bunch of samples of remover pads and cream, all tucked into a Julep tote. I don't mine duplicates--great to share :) And one of the shades--a butterscotch--I would never have bought from the site, but now I can't wait to use it! AND!!!! I got an email from Julep thanking me for being a Maven and for posting quite a bit on FB/Twitter--they are sending me something special in my January box SQUEEEEEEEEE!</li>
<li>PopSugar Must Have (December Box)--very nice. Nice smelling soap, FABULOUS insulated glass mugs, a decadent assortment of teas (both will be used tonight!), an adorable "mini emergency kit"--things like a bandaid, a mini bottle of nail polish, sewing kit, etc etc etc. I think there are 27 things in this tiny bag! It went right into my purse. Also some peppermint chocolate sticks. There was a coupon that I won't and can't use--the only downside to some sub boxes. The coupons usually wind up costing you more money.</li>
<li>PopSugar Luxury--Very nice but it should have been FABULOUS and it wasn't because of the damage. Half-empty hand soap (really??? I guess I don't think of hand soap as a luxury item), moisturizer, an adorable silver clutch (thankfully was able to clean all the soap out of it), a metal cuff that was dented and WAY WAY WAY too small for my wrist and it just was....plain and way too big (width wise--can we say wonderwoman?). BUT there was a fantastic Tocca candle, a Deborah Lippmann polish/lipstick duo (I already have these but again, can trade or gift), and a whole "library" of chocolate that THANK GOD was the one thing the soap didn't get on. Each chocolate has very unique ingredients from various regions around the world. Sadly I was NOT the only one who had a badly damaged box. So unless they really make it up to us, I won't purchase another Luxury box again. <b>(See Update above).</b></li>
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The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-10132317787692320802012-12-21T02:59:00.004-05:002012-12-21T02:59:33.028-05:00Christmas, Subscription Box StyleI know, this blog is still reflecting a bit of a Fall theme with Christmas right around the corner. But I have to tell you--impending "cold front" bearing down on us notwithstanding--it has felt a lot like summer around here in FL!<br />
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So sorry for such a long gap in posting.....we've had health issues, family issues, friend issues, and then WHAM it's nearly Christmas! Where has the year gone??<br />
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I hope to post more regularly in the new year, even if it is just once a week. I owe my faithful readers a response to their generous Liebster Awards!! I will hopefully start some kind of manicure challenge--if not Green Day, then another topic. And, I hope to start what I'd like to call "Who wants to be a ManicuredSlayer Bounty Hunter?" where YOU, my readers, help me rustle up some lemmings, and earn bounties ;)<br />
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I came up with an idea this year for Christmas. Money has been a bit tight and I still very much want to adopt a rescue pug. SO instead of buying me a bunch of gifts, I told my husband that I would NOT unwrap any of my subscription boxes until Christmas! Well, for us it will be afterwards, since we'll be spending the day with family.<br />
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The boxes are currently out of my sight and only slightly out of mind.<br />
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I have a nice mix of beauty, food and lifestyle subscription boxes and as hard as it has been to not even peek, I know it will be AWESOME to open them all on one day!!<br />
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<li>Samplrs (food)</li>
<li>Love with Food (ooh! and I won a 3 mos subscription to them as well!)</li>
<li>Goodies Co. (food--done by Walmart)</li>
<li>Eco-emi (sadly, my last box....it's just.....time for me to move on)</li>
<li>Petit Amuse (food)</li>
<li>Glossybox--I was so impressed with the 3 mos sub I got with R29 I resubbed</li>
<li>MommeBox--new and just a one month trial sub</li>
<li>Fancy--new, my first box....hoping it is as cool as it looks!!</li>
<li>PopSugar Must Have--my FAVORITE subscription!! This has been HARD not to open...the past few boxes have been AMAZING which is why I am SO FREAKING EXCITED ABOUT...</li>
<li>THE LUXURY PopSugar Must Have box.....this is the first time they've offered them and mine is supposed to be here in a couple of days. According to FedEx, it weighs 13.4 lbs!! HOLY CATS!!! TOTAL splurge but I have been thrilled with my regular subscription I could not resist!!</li>
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<br />The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-60244153313015284452012-11-08T08:31:00.000-05:002012-11-08T23:19:09.723-05:00Bullying is NOT Beautiful!From<a href="http://www.eradicateh8.blogspot.com/"> Eradicate Hate in the Nail Polish Blogging Community</a><br />
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FABULOUS NEWS--PRIZES HAVE BEEN MAILED OUT!! You should have received an email with your delivery confirmation number. If you did not, please send me an email headacheslayer@gmail.com with your name.<br />
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I have been all out of sorts this week so I STILL do not have a Halloween manicure. I've seen so many adorable ones lately, but with my hands so shaky, I have been unable to do nail art the way I want to. I can draw very well, but nails? Tiny art, tiny canvas. SO I have been PRACTICING with some online sites that help you work on hand steadiness. <a href="http://www.winterrowd.com/maze/">This one is my favorite</a>--it really takes patience esp since I have a touch pad instead of a mouse, but I think over time I will master nail art after all!! I admit I had to start over a few times but I eventually did it! </div>
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She had been nominated for Homecoming Queen, representing National Honor Society. She didn't make Court, but that didn't stop her from having an amazing time and dancing the night away!<br />
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My daughter keeps her nails very short for judo (it's one of the rules as well). I used Julep Morgan on her nails, and Rainbow Honey The Worst Possible Thing on her accent nails. I finished it off with Butter London PDQ Fast Dry Topcoat.</div>
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Lips: NARS lip pencil, Julep plumping lip gloss</div>
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Eyes: Urban Decay eyeliner, Makeup Forever eyeshadow, Milani Eyeshadow, MyPrettyZombie eyeshadow (in Unicorn Pee), Victoria's Secret mascara</div>
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Brushed over her face with Urban Decay oil control powder</div>
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Urban Decay Deslick Makeup setting spray</div>
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I'm not as specific as I normally am for FOTD because we were in a bit of a rush for Cinderella to get to the ball ;)</div>
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I am REALLY proud of her hair...I saw a Youtube tutorial of an updo that I loved but was really difficult. So I adapted it a bit--and used quite a bit of hairspray that I got in a previous BeautyFix box--and it worked WONDERS. These pictures were taken AFTER a whole night of dancing!</div>
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I think I used half a pack of bobby pins LOL. I may try to get her to let me do a tutorial video for this but here are the basic directions:<br />
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<li>Mist hair with Oscar Blandi Jasmine protein mist. I absolutely LOVE this stuff, It helps hair stay together but stays very flexible and not sticky.</li>
<li>Separate the hair into 3 sections</li>
<li>Take center section, braid (I haven't mastered fishtail so this is just a basic braid). Secure end with elastic band.</li>
<li>Start twisting braid until it starts to curl over on itself, pinning as you curl it around the center securely.</li>
<li>Take left section, braid, secure with band.</li>
<li>Take strand, go under the bun and wrap end over the top of bun, securing with pins as you go.</li>
<li>Repeat with right section</li>
<li>Tuck ends under the braided sections, and use more pins to hide bands.</li>
<li>Spray with hairspray like crazy until the dog starts to become alarmed.</li>
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For the bangs on the right side of her face, we sprayed it like crazy so it would stay put--also sprayed underneath. It worked great!</div>
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Usually by the time she gets home from a dance, her hair has come loose, so this was a HUGE hair victory! And it was soooooo wavy and adorable when we took it out. I think she might be finding bobby pins for a while though lol.</div>
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And the bonus? My Cinderella danced with a prince for most of the evening ;) Guess there is a little bit of magic in this Fairy (God)Mother :D</div>
The Rainbow Zebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10556423049067122472noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8577436442746556043.post-78549016226566748002012-10-09T08:00:00.000-04:002012-10-09T08:00:15.761-04:00October is Bullying Prevention Month and THAT'S BEAUTIFUL!I recently saw a video that brought me to tears. This video has been the buzz on talk shows and has probably gone viral. In it, a newscaster in Wisconsin addressed a letter and called the person out as a bully:<br />
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For most of my life, I have been "reminded" by family and bullies alike, that I'm fat. But unlike Jennifer, I didn't have a thick skin and resorted to hating myself, hating my body. It didn't matter that I was a great student, talented at music, a loyal friend, someone who cared passionately about animals--to some people, all I amounted to was a number on a scale. And while my husband and kids love me just for who I am, it still hurts when comments about that, my illnesses, my blogging (particularly on this one) or the fact I make my own choices are ridiculed.<br />
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So to see Jennifer, a strong confident mother standing up to a bully gives me hope that I, too, can take action against bullying in my own life.<br />
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To Jennifer I say, YOU GO GIRL!<br />
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3 years ago, I got to know a young man, Jaylen Arnold, then 9 years old. Jaylen was passionate about stopping bullying due to his battle with Tourette Syndrome, OCD and Aspergers. He began <a href="http://www.jaylenschallenge.org/">Jaylen's Challenge</a>, and his motto is BULLYING NO WAY! Head over there, take the pledge, and make a donation to get a cool glowing bracelet. All proceeds go to allow Jaylen to visit schools to talk about bullying--where each student gets a "anti-bully" pack and teachers are given anti-bullying curriculum.<br />
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I got to meet Jaylen last year and burst into tears. After all, it's not often you get to meet your hero, someone who truly saw me for who I am and who encouraged me to fight against my bullies.<br />
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There is NOTHING pretty about bullying. In fact most bullies feel inadequate about their own lives and go after others to make themselves feel better. How pathetic is that? And as Jennifer points out, children learn what they are taughter--parents who bully are going to raise bullies.<br />
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I am proud of my two kids who not only stand up against their own bullies, but look out for those who are being bullied. I wish I were as strong as my teenage daughter--who is stronger at 17 than I could ever hope to be. I've worked hard as a mom to teach my kids they are awesome just the way they are, that they are loved unconditionally, no matter what. And it makes me proud to see them model that behaviour when they accept others, no matter if it's religion, disability, race, gender, or sexuality.<br />
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There IS hope for our future that bullying will be a distant, bitter memory. And THAT is a beautiful thing.<br />
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<b><span style="background-color: #f1c232; font-size: large;">"<span style="color: #433f38; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 25.600000381469727px;">While bullying doesn’t cause suicide, a stressful environment and persistent, emotional victimization can increase a person’s risk of suicide. Together, we can create awareness about the dangers of bullying and give emotional support to those who may be contemplating suicide. If you or someone you know is in an emotional distress or suicidal crisis, please call the Lifeline at </span><a href="tel:18002738255" style="color: #505abc; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 25.600000381469727px; text-decoration: none;">1-800-273-TALK </a><span style="color: #433f38; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 25.600000381469727px;">(8255)." </span></span></b><br />
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