Product Review Part I

I love me some makeup, too much makeup, too much nailpolish, too much hair products. So I am going to do a product review and narrow a few of my favorites of each down! I love reading these on other peoples blogs to see what they do and don't like. I have even taken a few of your opinions and put them to use myself! So strap in and hold on!

I am a neutrogena whore. I have been since my breakouts starting in junior high. Their products just work for me. So I have stuck to this baby for ages now. I use the mask once a week and the cleanser every day. I have extremely oily skin so no matter how many times I wash my face, use lotion, use blotting pads etc. Nothing seems to work but this stuff!

Who doesn't love some burt's bees? I picked this baby up at Target about 5 months ago, I used it all gone then bought more about 2 months after and THEN barely bought some again and every time I use it after it's been awhile I slap myself for not sticking to just buying this and using it. It's a gentle exfoliate that I do use everyday. I love everything about it especially that it has a lot of natural products in it. Don't let the "citrus" name fool you it smells more like a pumpkin pie but that's okay with me because I love it that much. Even with the $8 price tag.

My mom got me into Clinque when I was in high school. Which was good because her and my dad still paid for all of my things, but now that I am on my own. Not so good because I am hooked. It is the only lotion, toner, and powder that I can use without breaking out everywhere.

I use this a lot in the winter time when my skin isn't as OILY because of the sun melting my makeup onto my face. I just use a cotton ball and sweep it all over my face and always feel so refreshed after. Sometimes I'm surprised at how much  "extra" chunk is left on my face too! Blech!
There are no words to explain how great this shiz is. It doesn't leave EXTRA oil on my skin and it's really light weight for winter and summer. I use to be hooked on Cetaphil but as my acne has toned down a bit since high school I have switched and won't go back!

Here is what I use before I put ANY makeup on my face. It is my routine and has been my routine for quite sometime. Other then the burts bees once I start using it I shouldn't stop. I have always had really poor skin so once I find stuff that I like and that works I don't go back. Any suggestions or comments on this post are more then welcome! I am always so willing to try new things!!

xoxo


21 weeks!!




How far along: 
21 weeks!!
How big is baby: 
The size of a spaghettie squash! (8in, 1LB)
Total weight gain: 
12ish LBS
Maternity clothes: 
Just a few bottoms! I can still fit into a lot of my old tops! I am already planning my shopping spree for after baby weight loss!!
Sleep: 
Some nights are good and some are bad! I wake up with the sorest hips though!!
Best moment of the week: 
FINALLY getting hubby on board for the nursery!!
Food cravings: 
Mexican food. I think I am going to give birth to a freaking smothered burrito with cheese and onions.
Food aversions: 
Red Meat. Blech.
Symptoms: 
Cramping, Hip soreness, Headaches
Movement: 
He knows when mama wants to relax! He starts his tae kwon do practices then.
Gender: 
sweetest baby BOY!!
What I’m looking forward to: 
giving birth? okay and my baby shower! (:
What I miss: 
nothing, feeling so very blessed!
Next appt: 
July 19th!

Friday's Letters


Dear Krew,
We are a mere 4 months away from meeting each other. I can't tell you the excitement dad and I are holding inside of us! Our 1st Christmas as a family of 3 is sure to be one to remember! It's still hard for me to believe I will have someone to dedicate 110% of my life too but I am ready now more then ever! Can't wait to be your favorite mama on the sidelines at your football games! xoxo


Dear Husband,
You're my rock. You deserve a whole blog post on your own, everything about you I love. Krew is going to fall so instantly in love with you just as I have! Until he makes his arrival let's live this shit up!!

Dear Puppy Dogs,
Sad sad day when Krew comes. I want to spend all of my time with you but I don't want to all at the same time. You will need to get use to not having all of mamas attention. Please adjust well and nicely so we may all be a happy family. Or else your mutt butts will have to go outside or to Grammys. Never forget how much I do love you.

Dear Niece&Nephews,
I haven't seen your baby butts since Monday. I miss you to say the least. Please remember me when you come home. I will even bring treats. Can't wait to kiss your cheeks!

Dear workweek,
Thanks for being a pain in my royal ass! Having Weds off made yesterday seem like a Monday, and now that it's really Friday I need a friggin' break and a drink! Dayum.


Dear BSU Season,
Make your appearance whenever! Can't wait for our 4 day vacation & to see you stomp BYU real hard!

xoxo

Photo Dump

What's better then a photo dump? Seriously though.

I have left a lot out of my blog the past couple weeks so I am going to try my best to re-cap through an iPhone photo dump. I never thought I would use my phone as my only camera but I very rarely use my digital anymore. Boo hoo

pretty much nailed the "hair bow" at work one day. yep at work.

babysat this sweet little boy while at work. i promise i do actually work.
GNO out with my bump (below)

We ate, we've shopped, we've picked out nursery colors only to change them!
Saw Magic Mike with my best girlfrans/sisters

Watched fireworks, Swam, Hiked, & have been enjoying SUMMER!!







4th of July

I can't believe it is the 4th of July. Wasn't it just Easter? My life is flashing before my eyes and baby boy is going to be here before we know it! I had a wonderful day yesterday and finished off with quite the tan, ::throws confetti::. I worked an easy peasy 1/2 day work then rushed home to swim with my huzzy & his BFF. It was so hot and I was starting to think I was getting a little bit of heat rash on my leg so we only stayed about 2 hours, huzzy and I went home and took a wonderful nap! We had a bbq with my parents and finished off the night with fireworks with my work fam! As if I don't see any of them enough we all decide to hang out in our spare time. Call us crazy!

Half way!

(excuse my bed head)


How far along? 20 Weeks!

Size of Baby? A banana (7 in. 11 0z.)
 
 
Maternity clothes? Lucky for me my boss really really loves me so I can get away with whatever at work I have a pair of maternity jeans, cargo pants, and leggin's I like to wear and some maxi dresses and skirts!
Weight Gain? 10 pounds! My doctor says I am on track for a 20 pd weight gain.
Stretch marks? None yet and I am thanking BioOil

 
Sleep: Last week was pretty crappy! If I am not REALLY tired I lay awake anxious all night! 
 
Best moment this week:  Our 20 week appt went great & we ordered our crib on Friday!
(this in white!)
Miss Anything? Lucky to be pregnant and carrying a healthy baby boy!
Movement: When I am at work little guy likes to sleep but when I get home or plant my butt somewhere for awhile he squirms quite a bit! No real kicks to date!
Food cravings: Jesus. If it's food I want it. I crave fresh veggies and ranch a lot and grilled cheese!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Ew eggs sound sick and so does red meat!


Gender: BOY!!!

Labor Signs: No way! 
Symptoms: Headaches, Leg cramps, Round Ligament
Belly Button in or out? It's making it's apperance out


Mood: Blessed

Looking forward to: Viability age in 25 days!

Sunday Social



 What is your favorite store to shop at?
I am lucky to live in a city with amazing malls, 3 to be exact so I have quite the variety. I can't relaly define my style as a real "style" because I just wear what I like and what I think looks cute but my all time favorite places are, Nordys, AE, H&M, Forever21, and Dillards!

If you could afford anything and everything, which designer brand would you covet?
"LC"
Lauren Conrad


Must have closet staple?
TOMS
(no brainer)

A cute fun denim vest or jacket

and...

colored skinnies! Pregnancy has taken those away from me but you bet my coral ones are waiting for me to squeeze into come next Spring!!


Favorite kind of shoes? (brand or type)
Jesus I feel like I could talk about this subject all day! So here is a list:
Franco Sarto flats
Toms
Nike running shoes
Vans
Flipflops
Sperrys

Best clothing deal you've ever gotten? (sale or amazing find)
Pretty sure I bought my beloved Dooney&Bourke bag on sale at Dillards for near 50% off! Hella!

Style you'd love to try?
Maybe something more edgy? I dig the whole skull, black colored, and combat boots. Weird.