I was itching to try something new for the month of August, or as my mother would say “money was burning a hole in my wallet” and I wanted to be adventurous! I’ve seen alot of ads on my phone for ScentBird (you know how these phones listen to EVERYTHING WE SAY!) and decided to give it a try!.
Scentbird offers monthly subscriptions to new fragrances for perfumes and you can also get candles! (My Bath and Body Works people will love this).
I ended up choosing Bright Poppy which was recommended based on my favorite scents. From the description of the scent I thought I would like, little did I know I would LOVE it. I was so amazed at how great it complimented me and accurate the scent was described.
It’s been an entire month and there is STILL perfume in my travel size “sample” ( I used quotations because honestly this is more than just a sample ). If your like me enjoy new beautiful scents, I highly recommend Scentbird. You will not be disappointed with this $15.99/month being spent.
Today was not the first rough mommy day, but today reminded me of a lot of commoner situations so I thought I’d share mine.
I have two kids, ages 7 and 2! Fun ages.. haha. Not. But kids grow to fast and I enjoy each day and each tantrum. They are both sick! This is something I can handle, people get sick and I consider myself a pretty good care taker. We had to go to the store (Walmart to be even more specific) to get soup and some children’s medicine, as we were waiting in the long line to check out ( and you know Walmart only has two cashiers no matter what time of day 😑) my son gets this strange, scared look on his face.. I knew that watery look. He was gone throw up and sure enough he did…. right into my hands. As I went to find paper towel and a trash can to throw away all the yuckiness piled into my palms he throws up again and this time more and its every where and now everybody and there Mother’s are staring at us.
This is where the part turns from a rough mommy day, to a day we’re my faith is restored in humanity. As I clean up the throw up from myself, my son, and the floor, a CROWD of mothers come to show support. One bought my son a ginger ale to settle his stomach, another bought my daughter some candy to distract her from the madness. And another told me how I will get through this day. I started out extremely embarrassed by a situation in which I felt I had no control over and all eyes were on me, too feeling extremely great full and un-alone!
Today was a rough mommy day, today was also a day I will get through. I love all my helpful mothers. It’s takes a village. Thank you to my village at the grocery store today
I got my September box in 5 days ago but never had time to actually use any of it until today! Rough rough week and this was the perfect down time pick-me-up. Makeup is a beautiful peaceful escape for me that lets me explore different sides of ME.
Anyway onto the Box! I’m happy to say that I’m still in love with BoxyCharm and the value of the products I get. I’m pretty sure I will never have to re-use eyeshadow brushes if I keep receiving them in my boxes every month!! Not a bad thing in my opinion.
1st product: Violet Voss – Essentials Eyeshadow Pallet, the colors are beautiful but you will definitely have to use primer before applying. MSRP: $29.00
Moda – 5 Pc Brush Kit: angled perfectly, the tips are soft and they are skinny! I have had really thick brushes and they don’t get the job done as well. MSRP: $27.95
Hank & Henry – Blickity Black Eye Liner: the felt tip feels like velvet and stays a deep black throughout the day with out fading, it’s honestly better than the Stila liquid eyeliner I bought and would be half the price! MSRP: $20.00
Dr Brandt – Hydro Biotic Sleeping Mask: this creamy mask was perfect for my skin, I have problems with irritation and redness and when I woke up my skin was soft, smelled great, a free of irritation. This is definitely worth it’s price and hands down the best things in the September Box. MSRP: $52.00
Last but not least, Billon Dollar Brow – The MicroBlade Effect: Brow Pen – I am not the best with eyebrows at ALL but this was beyond easy to use. I am in AWE at how fitting this pen was for my eyebrows and actually looked like hairs. MSRP: $18.00
If all of this sounds amazing to you (which it should) head over to BoxyCharm.com and start a subscription, don’t forget to us my code Nicole-ZMJATEVB
I’ve always been into make up and I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to it lol. I LOVE high end make-up, it’s what I splurge on but it’s definitely become a bit much. I started looking into other way’s to get the make-up quality I love with a better price for my budget, cause honey… I’m a single mommy of two who can’t keep spending money on her face!
I looked into IPSY and FabFitFun, but in the end I choose to subscribe to BoxyCharm. When looking through the months previous boxes (a tool that I love) I got to see the different brands and the actually products they put into each box. It’s was better than either of the other two PLUS, it guarantees I get full size products! That was definitely a winner for me
What through me off during the process was the shipping, I thought I would have to wait a minimum of 15 days to receive my boxes but I misread that guideline and got it in under a week. If your anything like me, you hate waiting and when you pay for something you want it now “ITS MY MONEY, AND I NEED IT NOW”
I’m going to continue my subscription and keep updating the success or mishaps I have with BoxyCharm but for NOW, I’m extremely impressed. We work hard for our money and I don’t feel cheated at all.
So here is my August 2k19 box: Natural Goddess Eyeshadow Palete by Butter London, Gaea 3 piece brush set, HYDRA-MIST & Refresh Powder by Becca (my fav), Wander – Glow ahead illuminating Oil (wowowow, I have wanted this), BigEgo Mascara by TARTE, Glimmer Shadow Duo by Ace Beaute (very new brand to me, I’m liking so far) and last but not least Hollywood N Vine – Velvety Touch Smooth Khol Eyeliner
So if you are interested in trying out BoxyCharm go for it and Use my referral 💋
We live in an age where we can get answers to all of our questions in the blink of an eye, or a click of a mouse. Google is an amazing tool and social media sites now offer a way to get recommendations from friends, family, people in your area as well as around the world. We share our knowledge with others, post picture, write whatever we want, seeking comments and approval on what we make public. We have a village of people at our fingertips.
Being a mother is the most rewarding, beautiful, tiring, stressful, joyous, complicated thing in my life. No easy task when you have two kids and two jobs. I remember when i first got pregnant, i’m not proud but in no way ashamed to say i am a young mother (first bundle of joy at 18), but i remember people always having something to say or have an input on how to be a parent. I’m a firm believer that it takes a village to raise an amazing village but boy boy boy, this new village is harsh!
There are so many helpful tip’s i received from other mommies that have saved my day.. and night. I remember a friend on Facebook giving great advise about teething babies and freezing pacifier’s that worked amazing! Great soaps and lotions to soothe my sons horrible eczema. I even found a friend who i could just vent to about not being able to POOP alone anymore. Strangers and family member’s who can give you a boost in your spirit when your not feeling the most adequate is important, I LOVE THIS VILLAGE WITH ALL MY HEART.
But then.. there’s the other side. WE all know that one person who believes their way is the ONLY way, and if your not doing it the same you are WRONG. Mommy jacker’s trying to steal the spot light. Its super irritating to get belittles about what you do especially by others on how you raise your family. It almost feels like a war zone, navigating on social media is like navigating through a land mine at times. You’ll never know outlandish thing someone might post, or the judgement that is about to be thrown upon you by some rando for saying ‘you can’t take another sleepless night’. There’s an undisclosed competition some bitter mommies like to play with themselves without even knowing it, dragging others into the fire without even asking. Some of the same mothers advocating “NO BULLYING” to turn around and tear another mother down was shocking and hypocritical at first. Learning the true art of the “unfriend” and “block” button will do you good, it sure did me.
There is more than one way to parent, and every child responds differently to different style’s. Only YOU know what your child needs and works for them. Babies don’t come with instruction manuals, and no matter how many books you read, you will never know what your dealing with until your dealing with it right then and there. SMILE. You’re doing a fantastic job.
Word press is amazing, i ran across another blog that i thought fit so good with what i wanted to write about. Visit this link to read on postpartum depression, don’t let the village keep you down let it guide you ❤
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