Everybody's gettin' a new do!

So today, almost everyone in my house got a hair cut!

I decided to do something noticeable, but not too drastic.  I kept my length, but added some low-lights and bangs!  I haven't had bangs since 8th grade!  Kinda fun!  It's definitely going to take some getting used to, that's for sure.

My before & after shots.

Gus and Bailey decided to stick with what they know!  The Schnauzer and Westie cut!  I think they look adorable!

Gus & Bailey's before and after shots.

Weekend Wrap-Up

So I know the weekend isn't quite over yet, but I figured I'd do a mid-week & weekend wrap up post in one!

Thanks for the recommendations on travel plans, too! I'm definitely going to be doing some stalking of cheap flights!

Earlier this week I went to Best Buy to lick play with the iPad.

Guys- have you gotten the chance to play with it yet? I am still desperately trying to think of an actual need for this device. It's SO cool. I've talked myself out of it though and I'm saving up for a new iPhone coming out hopefully this June!

I also got my hair done this week. Have ya'll heard of a shampoo called Shimmer Lights?

It's for blondes. Ashlyn suggested I try it since I've been feeling like my hair is getting brassy. It's the coolest stuff. It's purple. Like straight up, "Should I be putting this dark deep purple in my hair?" purple.

Anyway, I think it's working. I only do it twice a week, but I think I'm gonna love it.

Friday, I met up with some of my bible study girls from Columbia! They are in town for my college church's spring retreat! It was awesome getting to see them.

Friday night was Relay for Life at Coastal Carolina. I had never done a Relay before but I am super glad I went. There were a ton of people there! They raised over $60,000 for the American Cancer Society! Here's a few pics from the evening:





Here's to hoping the rest of my weekend is just as awesome!

Beauty Faves

Over at Kelly's Korner it's Show Us Your Life: Beauty Tips & Fav Products.

It's kind of funny that almost a year ago, I did this post, dedicated to my love of bathroom stuff. My friends can vouch, I LOVE a product. LOVE.

I thought I'd give all my readers an update to that post.

Now, while I still love all of those products, I, of course, have a few more to add!


First is Artec's Kiwi blow serum. I started using this about 2-3 months ago and I don't know what I've done this long without it. You apply about a 1/2 dollar sized amount to wet hair and then blow dry with a round brush. It keeps the fly-aways at bay and really keeps the look of freshly-blown dried hair. LOVE.


Next is a classic. Clinique's 3 step program. I have forever used the lotion. It made my list last time. I recently ran out of my face wash though and decided I'd try to get back on the program. It helped that they were having their cute little giveaway deal at the time :o)


Like a lot of ya'll, I too love my Bare Minerals. I started using it this summer after my 17 year old cousin let me try hers. It really feels so light on your face and gives great coverage. I tried their eye shadow thinking I'd love it just as much, but sadly, I don't. There's nothing really wrong with it, I just think the colors are a little too heavy for me. The warmth powder is definitely my favorite. It gives you the best glow.

After reading all 185 blogs about ya'lls favorite beauty products, the next ones on my list are:

• Moroccan Oil
• Benefit's High Beam
• Freeze It-Original

Thanks for sharing all your great beauty products!