New Year Resolutions

Talking about my New Year resolutions might actually make me stick with them this year. As we all know, we usually keep them for a few weeks, but then they become forgotten.

So here it goes. Here are my goals and resolutions for 2015.

1. Be more conscious of what I eat. I do not want to use the word diet, because that never lasts. I just want to eat to feel better and look better. The past few months I have really let myself get out of control with food and eating way too much "bad" foods. I just want to eat things that are delicious and healthy and give me the energy I need to perform at my best.

2. Exercise more. I ordered the Fitbit through my work and I really want to challenge myself to walk at least 10,000 steps a day. I also want to continue with Zumba class and train for a 5k. I have never been much of a runner and I always make some excuse as to why I can't run, so i just want to do it. I don't care if it takes me 12 months to accomplish, I need to push myself outside my comfort zone. I want to be fit and strong so I can be around as long as possible for Jack.

3. Save Money. I am usually really good at saving, but I want to really cut back on things I don't need, such as $4 Starbucks coffee EVERY day. Maybe just treat myself once a week. Also cutting back on buying things I do not need, like more clothes. I want to start selling some of my old items and clothes on Ebay and putting that money away in savings. Also I need to start couponing and shopping sales more instead of full price items.

4. Clean my Apartment more. I get so lazy sometimes, that the chores really pile up. I need to start organizing more at home and putting things away immediately, instead of throwing my clothes in a pile when I get home. I will have to get my husband on board with this one!!

5. Spend more time playing with my son! This is the most important resolution! I want to spend as much time as I possibly can with Jack and enjoying everyone of his milestones.

A Very Happy New Year

2014 has been the most amazing year of my life. It all began with the birth of my perfect son in May and ended with me getting a new job.

I cannot wait to start new things. Change is good! I will be sad to leave the people I have worked closely with over the last few years. These people have become my friends and I know I will continue to remain close with them.

I know 2015 will be a fabulous year! So many good things to look forward to, including traveling with my little man.

Being a mom has taught me that I can be selfless instead of selfish. I want to be able to give my little boy everything his heart desires. I'm hoping this new job change will give me even more opportunities in life and teach me new things.

Personal growth is important to me. Learning new things and keeping up with the changing world is something I want to continue to do. I also want to continue writing more and sharing more of my life in this blog.

But first I just want to enjoy my holidays and New Year with my family!!

What I Want Wednesday

Been a while since I posted one of these. There are a few simple things I have been wanting and some of these I will actually be buying and one that I may be attempting as well. So here it is, my what I want list for this Wednesday.

THIS SKIRT IS A MUST!! I LOVE THE COLOR AS WELL!!

ALWAYS WANTED A FUN AND SOPHISTICATED  CAPE FOR FALL, SO I ORDERED THIS ONE!

THESE PEEP TOE BOOTIES WERE CALLING MY NAME, SO LIKE THE CAPE IT WENT FROM WISH LIST TO ORDERED!

LASTLY, I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS OMBRE HAIR COLOR!! I HAVE BEEN FEELING DARING LATELY, SO SOME FORM OF THIS MAY BE IN MY FUTURE. (I ACTUALLY HAD HOT PINK HAIR IN COLLEGE)

Fall Fun

It's been too long since I wrote anything. Life has taken over and got in the way, but it's a good thing. 

This has been a busy month with all the fall happenings. We took our little potato on his first of many apple picking adventures, followed by some pumpkin picking. We made homemade apple sauce and had some beer at an octoberfest fair. (Well not Jack, but mommy and daddy). We also went to a beautiful pumpkin display at Old Westbury Gardens.

I am still continuing on my path to a better life and have been consciously making better choices.

BEAUTY: My personal favorites

I love makeup! I love trying new products and experimenting with different looks. i have been really into retro looks lately and recreating glam for nights out! Here are some of my absolute favorite products.

The Naked palettes from Urban Decay top my list. There are so many colors that are both natural, for every day use, as well as dark and shimmery for evening looks. The shadow itself is great quality. It lasts all day without touch-ups and it goes on smooth and even. Worth every penny!! You can get it HERE

My next favorite is also from Urban Decay. The eyeshadow primer potion. This is such an important product that many people forget about. Primer fills in all those little lines and also helps the eyeshadow from gathering in the crease of your eye. I use the anti-aging formula (unfortunately I am not as young as I pretend to be, Shhhhh Don't tell) You can find this product HERE

Staying on the eyes, I bought the Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes mascara that I said I wanted one of my What I Want Wednesday blogs. So far I am in LOVE!!! It separates my lashes and no clumps!! They look longer and fabulous! So happy with this product and definitely recommend it. You can find it HERE

Another mascara that I like, mostly because it lasts even when I went swimming and doesn't smudge when I have accidentally rubbed my eyes. It is the They're Real mascara by Benefit. You can buy it HERE

Moving on to face. I am not a fan of wearing too much face makeup and cover-up, but when I want my skin to look flawless and have a nice matte finish, I prefer powder over liquid. I really like the Mineralize powder by MAC. It goes on evenly and it doesn't feel heavy. You can buy it HERE

As far as my cheeks go, I do like a nice blush that gives just enough to color to enhance your features. One that I really love is by Physician's Formula. It looks cute with all the hearts and it really is beautiful. Its called Happy Booster, Glow and Mood Blush. The name alone is fantastic! You can get it HERE

Last but not least is lips. I love bold lip color. I really think it can make your whole look. Now that it is finally Autumn, I am loving the dark wine colors. I found one by Maybelline called Deepest Cherry. It goes on smooth and has a creamy finish. It also smells nice. You can get it HERE

And we end with my everyday go to lip moisturizer by EOS. Their lip products are great! They have so many different flavors and they really keep my lips soft and smooth. Buy it HERE

What I Want Wednesday

This week I have been dreaming of going on vacation!! It has been a while since I have been able to go away, so I am longing for a nice trip somewhere heavenly! Here are some of my top picks for my next vacation. As you can see, I'm feeling quite fancy :)

MAUI, HAWAII

MALLORCA, SPAIN

FIJI

THAILAND

MYKONOS, GREECE

What I Want Wednesday

Today's post is all about cosmetics. I have been wanting to try Tarte Cosmetics for a while. They have fabulous reviews and a great variety of products, but most important is that they do not test on animals. That is something important to me as a consumer. They also use natural ingredients, no parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, etc..

So here are some of the products from Tarte that I want and will soon be purchasing! (I will definitely write a review post as well)

Lipstick

Amazonian Clay

Lights, Camera, Lashes