The Weeks To Come...

I have exhaustion oozing from my eyeballs!!!! They could use a good soaking in a mix of coffee, redbull and coke for the next few weeks with as much as we have going on.

With that being said, I will be taking the next 2 Weeks as a "break" from updating my daily life with the world to finish the madness of festivies while soaking up the time with my sweet little monster boys.  I have tons to update on between the Pay It Forward delivery, The Big Texas Toy Run, Kylon's waterfall hiney and the M-A-N-Y Christmas gatherings I have in the next 7 days :)

Merry Christmas

Jeremiah 29:11

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Insta-Dump

Ipsy Bag

It's that time of the month again - my beauty bag has arrived!!!!

Be A Bombshell Lip Gloss

 

The perfect holiday “true red” lip gloss that goes on sheer! Layer for a more opaque look. This formula instantly creates the look of fuller more voluptuous lips with luminous shine. This maximum-shine, moisturizing gloss will be perfect for any haute holiday party. The applicator features a soft sponged tip that picks up a generous amount of gloss.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

 

Creamy, forever-lasting, award-winning and waterproof, 24/7 pencils delight you with lush tropical hues, deep metallics, and unusually vibrant neutrals. The best Eye Pencil ever, ever, ever! Never before has a pencil this creamy and brilliant been waterproof, too. Velvety-soft, this never-before-seen formula stays soft and creamy for blending (about 30 seconds), then dries down to a long-lasting finish that WILL NOT budge. Line eyes with a hint of color or go for the full artistic, multi-hued effect with the wide selection of lush tropical hues, deep metallics and unusually vibrant neutrals.

Mai Couture Highlighter Papier

 

Add radiance to desired areas of your face and body. The shimmering highlighter paper from Mai Couture will illuminate any dullness for a glowing complexion.
How to use: Lightly press and sweep paper to desired areas of face and body.
Paraben and talc-free.

NYX Loose Pearl Shadow

 

It’s not hard to sparkle with one of NYX’s ultra-shimmering loose shadow powders that can be used on eyes, cheeks, even lips. These finely-milled mineral eye shadows are high-impact, long-lasting and a little addictive! Just the sparkle you need this holiday!

Mirabella Prime for Face and Eyes

 

Prime for Face and Eyes weightless, oil-free formula glides onto help promote long-wearing makeup. Vitamin E works as an antioxidant to smooth out lines as it moisturizes and protects skin. Prime provides a silky feel to the skin as it aids in repairing cellular damage. Application: Use a small amount and lightly pat into skin.

 

I personally have only tried the lipgloss in which I'm very happy with!  The color is a little vibrant for me but I still like it and will wear it from time to time.  Very excited to try Mirabella Prime as I currently use the Mirabella Eye Liner on a daily basis - great great makeup company!  Also excited to try the loose pearl shadow as it is a great color for my eyes as well as a little shimmer on the cheekbones and neckline.

Influenster - Cosmo VoxBox

What Is Influenster

Influenster is a free-to-join community of invited trendsetters who live to give opinions of products and experiences. Influenster creates links between brands and members to reward participation and influence future products.

So...what exactly is Influenster? So glad you asked. Here’s a handy definition that would make Merriam-Webster proud:

Influenster [in-floo-uhn-ster]

noun

An exclusive online community where tastemakers and trendsetters (such as yourself) come to share the latest and greatest news, places, products, and reviews with each other. 2. The hotspot you just bookmarked on your web browser that turns your social influence into sweet rewards.

Basically, Influenster is a place for culture junkies to come together and share their unique opinions of products and experiences. Active members of Influenster get exclusive access to deals, promotions, and swag from brands that thrive off the input (the good, the bad, and the ugly -- they just want to know what's up).

What's a VoxBox?

It's a reward you might get for being a great Influenster. Too vague? OK fine, it's a box filled to the brim with the hottest products that interest you. Paying attention now?

Here's how it works: Influensters are selected for FREE themed product shipments based on the Expert Badges they have unlocked and based on individual demographics. This ensures members receive products that match their interests.

Members with high scores -- within the specific badge we are targeting at the time -- are prioritized, which is all the more reason to get your Influenster and Expert Badge scores high.

I signed up for this program and within a few weeks I was chosen for the Cosmo VoxBox!  How freaking awesome is this box of goodies :) 

Erasable Pens - yes please!

Venus Razor - yes please!

Forever Red - yes please!

Ghirardelli Chocolate - yes, yes, yes please!

Nothing in this box has disappointment written on it.  First thing I did was scarf my dinner down so I could have a bite of this chocolate (priorities).  Secondly, I sprayed the perfume on myself and text my mother to let her know it would be a perfect stocking stuffer or Christmas present for me this year.  The pens are fine point (my fave) while they erase if necessary!!!!! Come on now, I am an office supply junkie - ha ha.  I have yet to use the Venus & Olay attachment just yet but don't you worry these ole monkey legs will get a damn good shaving pretty soon.

Go sign up so that you too can receive a box of goodies at Influenster

Weekend Wrap-Up

Friday night after work we headed out to the Christ Kindl Market to check out the different German items on display. 

Saturday we got up EARLY as usual - thank you Kylon!!!!!  Did a bit around the house before a friend of mine came over and showed me the different Cutco items for purchase.  I grew up in my dad's house using this stuff and they are the best freaking knives ever.  If you are interested in getting your own set, please let me know and I'll get you his information.  Lifetime Guarantee too :)

Studio + 4 Set with Block

Lunch with my friend Jenne, Paxton and Avilee before we headed north to Nocona Hills, Texas to celebrate Dad Dad's 75th birthday.  Nana passed away in January 2012 so we drug out all her decorations and put up the tree for him.  My Nana was a H-O-A-R-D-E-R I tell ya, HOARDER!!!!!  This woman didn't have one of each item, she had like 50 and most of the crap still had tags on it.  Nana, seriously what were you going to do with 8 different green wreaths?

Oh and I am the newest owner of a BB Gun, thank you Dad Dad!

He showed me how to use it and reassured me that it wasn't that serious of a deadly weapon but I'm still scared shitless so this is remaining in the closet until Uncle Bryan, Uncle Blake, Uncle Colton, Uncle Brady, Uncle Warren or Uncle Clay come to visit.

We can home Sunday around lunch time to put stuff away from the trip and then veg for the rest of the afternoon.  It was nice just watching Christmas movies throughout the day while the kids ran wild throughout the house.

2 Weeks until Christmas and I still have about 95% shopping left to conquer while getting everything together for the Pay It Forward family.  We still have plenty of Christmas activities planned between now and then, gift exchanges and of course the The Big Texas Toy Run which will be this coming Saturday, December 15th.