Hairbows and Flower Clips

I am going to start selling hairbows and flower clips. I will be doing this on my facebook page! I love to make them and thought I might as well sell them! I will post pre-made bows and ribbon to make custom bows!

Moving!

So Josh and I are finally moving! I am so excited about it and IM so ready to be on our own again!

Disappointment

It really stinks to think that you are a disappointment to anyone, let alone your own family.

I don't do drugs, I don't Drink, I don't Party, and I don't do anything to hurt anyone. I think I am a pretty decent person, and I am not trying to brag at all. But compared to some of the things people my age do now a days, I am doing pretty well.
I hate to feel like I am not what my family would have me to be. Honestly, I could be worse, and I would hate to see how they would act toward me then compared to now.

I hate to complain about this, but It really does hurt me. I feel like with certain members of my family, they always have something negative to say to me or about me.
It just seems like it is always something with them. Like they just pick things to be upset with me about. I am so stressed about it, and really considering to cut ties with them completely or back off severely from being around them. I try to keep my distance as it is, but It will be a lot worse if this continues.

I really don't want to be that way, but I don't want to be around something negative all the time.

Getting Back to the Swing of Things

Josh is back to work and I am back to my normal role of house wife. Don't get me wrong, I still cleaned and cooked while I was working, but Joshua helped out alot with laundry, and cleaning. Now that he is back to work, and I am not working at the moment, I am now back to my wifely duties!
I have to say I actually enjoy it though. I take pleasure in having Josh a hot dinner on the table, and clean house to come home to. He deserves it. He is a great provider and I am glad to do what I can for him. We are both very comfortable to assume our natural roles in our marriage. He has always been the provider, and I know he felt horrible when I was the primary bread winner. I am glad that he feels more secure, and happy to be back to work!

3rd Wedding Anniversary

As of today I have been married to my wonderful husband joshua for three years! They have certainly flew by. I can say that I love him more today then I did when we were first married. We have had oour rough times but it has truly made us stronger and has brought us closer together!

New Job!

I am no longer with macys! I am now working for Ulta! Which is completely exciting for me. I am in love with the store and hopefully I will be in love with my job there! Cross your fingers that I get a discount ;)

Falling Back

I am so upset at myself right now! I have been doing so good lately, but I still need to focus and stay on the right track! It feels horribly to feel like your falling backwards and off the right path. Now I just have to step up and make sure I try my hardest to stay on track! I am so blessed and I have to just keep that in mind, and stay motivated to stay positive!

Possibly moving

Josh and I found a cute little house. Im in love with it. I am so excited and praying things go the way we want them to. We are ready to move and be on our own again. It will be so wonderful to be just us again! Josh is working again and im working full time now. I just hope we will have enough time together.

Faith

Sometimes things happen and we dont understand why. God allows certain things into our lives to strengthen us and to bring us closer to him. Things may seem impossible, but with god all things are possible. We just have to trust in him and accept that all good things happen for those who love the lord. The things that seem like burdens may truly blessings.

Seeing the Brighter Side

Things are looking a lot brighter these days. I may work all the time but I am so thankful and blessed to have a job. Josh goes back to work monday! God is great and has truly been answering prayers. We owe all to him and should show our appreciation more.

Dog Tired

Im running on four hours of sleep and I worked 9 hours today. Im so tired right now its ridiculous. For some reason I just could not sleep last night. Not to mention todays labor day and I had to work because of our huge sale. Thank goodness im off work tomorrow! All that sounds good to me right now is my pjs and my bed.

Relaxing and recharging

The last two days I have had off of work and I am so thankful for that. I really needed time to relax and recharge. It seems like all I do is work and sleep anymore. I hardly have time for anything. But I do really enjoy my job. Josh has an interview next week. Hopefully he will get the job. Things will be a litgle easier if he does.

Life as of Now

It seems as if all of my time is spent either at work or asleep. I feel like I have neglected my family and friends, but I have to work. I feel somewhat like I am letting everyone drift away from me, and that is not what I want at all. I love my brothers, and my sister. I wish I could spend more time with them. That is all I want right now, but I have now time anymore. My family is more important, but I have to work. I am still hoping that Josh will find a job, and then maybe I can afford not to work as much. As of right now, I work everyday for the next two weeks, except for next Wednesday! We just really need the money.
Don't get me wrong, I love my Job, but I would love to have sometime with my family. I am so stressed right now, and I don't even really feel like myself anymore. It's almost as if I am a robot, I sleep, get up, get ready for work, go to work, and then repeat the cycle. I feel like no one understands this either, and that they feel like I am blowing them off or something. It stinks right now, and I have no idea what to do other than to keep on working and hope everyone understands. I have worked hard to get close to my family in the last year and I don't want us to drift apart over my job. I love them and hope we stay close.

Scripture for Thought!

"For there shall be no reward for the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out." -Proverbs 24:20

As we walk through this world we come in contact with many people that seem to be pure evil. I have always thought to myself, why would someone be that wicked. But through the Word of the Lord, we know the path they will go down. For me at least, I hope and pray that people will change and be saved before it is too late. I hate to think of anyone spending eternity in fire. But we do know that the wicked will not win, The Lord will always be Victorious, No matter the battle.

This is just my thought of the day!

Horrible Migraines

I have been waking up with the worst headaches imaginable. I have no idea why, but they are very aggravating, and pretty painful to be honest. I hate being in a bad mood, but with my head hurting this much It is pretty much impossible to be in a decent mood. I hate taking medicine of any kind, but I have taken some Pain Relief and It hasn't even helped. My husband thinks that I should go to the doctor about these migraines. Which I probably should, but I hate going to the doctor. Like I said, he may be right. I probably need to go.

Changes!

So It has been a while since I have written anything on here. I have just been super busy. I am now working at Macy's! I absolutely love it! I enjoy it and I feel so great about having a job. I have felt so much better since I have gotten it. I don't have as much time for things anymore, but I still try. My husband is still job hunting and I pray that he will find something soon. We are thinking about moving again if he finds one close to Macy's. So I hate that I have sort of neglected my blog, but I will write more from now on, and try to do it before or after work.

Nails of the Week!

Today I decided that I wanted to use white polish on my nails, and a crackle polish. I wasn't sure which crackle to use, so I let my husband pick. I ended up using Latticed Lilac crackle over the white and I really really like the way it looks. So high five to my hubby for making an awesome color choice!

Review: Govergirl Lipstick in Spellbound

I just bought this lipstick last week, and ever since I have been constantly reaching for it. That is extremely odd for me, because I have never been a lipstick type of girl. I prefer chapstick honestly. This lipstick however, is the exception!

I absolutely love the texture, it is super smooth. I always enjoy that it is matte. I don't like any sort of shimmer on my lips at all. It also stays put for a very long amount of time.

Another great thing about these lipsticks, is that the color selection is amazing. There are so many colors to choose from. Pinks, Reds, Nudes, and even Purples! I am absolutely in love with this lipstick and I cannot wait to buy more!

My Amazing Sunday Morning!

I feel horrible this morning! I am sick, and very down. Not to mention that someone decided to add extra crap to the pile of garbage that I already feel like. I can take many lessons from this though. Whenever someone gives you a gift, you better make sure it is a gift, and not something for them to hold over your head. My life in the last two years has been very depressing. So much has happened, and I haven't even started to heal from all of it. Whenever you are given lemons, your supposed to make lemonade right? Well what if your out of sugar? That is basically where I am. I have no motivation to get me out of this slump. Things seem so impossible right now. I know through God I can do anything, and this all may be a test. Right now however, I just don't know how I will ever past this test, if that is what this is. I am confused, sad, angry, and very very down. I just hope I can find a silver lining some how.

Review: Maybelline New York:The Falsies in Black Drama

I have found a mascara that I can say I will keep repurchasing! I am in love with this mascara! It is amazing and it does give amazing Volume to the lashes! It is my new go to mascara! If you haven't tried it, I would defiantly pick it up!

Boring, Boring Friday!

So I don't have anything really planned for today! Probably just going to finish reading The City of Glass by Cassandra Clare, so I can start the next book in the series which is The City of Fallen Angels! So It is just going to be a lazy reading day. I finally got a book shelf yesterday Yay =D. So now I can bring my boxes of books in from the garage! I am super excited about that. So today is probably just going to consist of reading, and some youtube! I hope everyone has an awesome weekend!

Tarte True Blood Collection

I have to get my hands on the Tarte True Blood Coolection. I am so excited for it! I haven't been excited about collections a lot of the time, but I really have to have this one :)
It comes out 6/29!
Check It Out!

First Tutorial

I recorded my first tutorial yesterday! It was good for my first one I think. I did a purple smokey eye using an Avon Quad! I will make more video tutorials later on I think and Maybe some blog tutorials!

What's Going On!

So It has been a while since I have actually sat down to write about what is happening in my life. I have thrown myself into youtube. I am trying to make successful videos. So far I think I am doing okay! As of today I have 86 subbies. I am going to be having a give away when I reach 100.

I am really loving Youtube and I have made some awesome friends! I have did a couple of swaps and I loved it. I also won a few giveaways! I am looking forward to doing more to get my channel out there. I really enjoy making videos.

Other than Youtube, nothing has really changed! I plan on writing in the blog at least once a day from now on!

Mini China Glaze Crackle Haul

I went to Sally's the other day and I was able to pick up six of the crackle polishs. The only one that had from the first set of crackle was the black and I bought two of those. I also found a silver, Gold, Metallic Purple, and Metallic Pink! I was super excited. I still haven't been able to pink the pink, purple, blue, gray, or white :(. I am still happy I found the ones that I did though! 
I will post swatches and I will also link the video I posted about them!

Good Things and Trying Things

So this last week has been pretty great, other than a few minor details. I had an awesome birthday! I went to Red Lobster with my family, and To see the new pirates movie. My mom and step dad got me some roses, a book i've been wanting, a new camera, a cake, and they also paid for the dinner & movie! My husband got me a tri-pod, eyeshadow palette (its from rue21 and its a dupe for the Too Faced Natural Eye palette), a Bronzer Blush (From rue21 that is a dupe for the Too Faced Leopard one), and some bath and body works! Then I got some money from my grandma and my step mom. So a pretty awesome 21st birthday!

The thing that has really be trying my patience is my "aunt" from my biological dad's side, spreading rumors. All it boils down to is she is a liar and needs attention. I hate to say that, but that is what I have came to find out. So I have really been trying and praying to have patience. I think I dealt with the situation pretty well considering all that she has said and done. Which I won't disclose. So I am very proud of myself.

Then we also had a huge garage sale and we did really well, but it was so tiring and so much work! I am glad it is over for now!

Have a great week!

*Hugs*
 Manda

Happy Birthday To Me!!!!!

So excited! Today is my 21st Birthday! I am going to dinner at Red Lobster, My favorite restaurant with my parents, my youngest brother and my husband! Then we are going to see the new Pirates movie! I can't wait!

*Hugs* Manda

May 2011 BirchBox

I was so excited to get my first BirchBox today! I am pretty happy with the items I received and I am very eager to try them all out.I will list the things I received and give the description of the product.

1.Jouer: Mini Tinted Lip Enhancer
A gorgeous gloss that conquers dryness and ho-hum style in a single swoop.
2.Juice Beauty: Green Apple Peel
Natural fruit acids dissolve even the most tenacious dead cells for a brighter, smoother complexion.
3.Archipelago: Pomegranate Soap
A triple-milled soap loaded with antioxidant-rich white tea and Pomegranate.
4.Ahava: Mineral Body Lotion
This aloe-packed moisturizer sinks in quickly to add marathon moisture.
5.Kerastase:Bain Volumactive
Fortify fine strands with this gentle shampoo, which uses special polymers to strengthen and Volumize.
BirchBox Treat: Tiny Prints
Customize adorable greeting card.

So I will post more about the products I received after I have had a while to test them out and give a proper review on them.

I just wanted to share my excitement and tell everyone what was in this months box.

*Hugs* Manda

A7X Concert

Well I had an awesome and very interesting weekend! Some of my family, my husband and I went to Nashville for the Avenged Sevenfold: Welcome to the family tour. Before the concert we went and ate at the Hard Rock Cafe! I had never been there before and I loved it. The Cobb Salad was awesome! Plus it was just a really cool place. After that we went straight to the concert. My husband and I bought our tickets at a different time and we end up in a different section then my family, but we could see each other so it was okay!
Bullet for my Valentine played first and they were pretty good. Then Three Days Grace Played and they were awesome. The lead singer came out into the audience and I was only about 150ft away from him! :) that was pretty cool. They played all of my favorite songs! Then my favorite band ever of course, the reason I was there Avenged Sevenfold played. I had seen then in January as well and it was basically the same set up, but I could watch it a thousand times. It was still just as amazing as the last time. I loved every minute of it.
On the way out of the concert there were three kids, I mean younger kids at least under the age of twelve and they had on hand painted shirts that Said, God hates Gays, God Hates You Sinners, Gods hates Whores, and on the back was Repent or Burn In Hell. There is so many things wrong with that to me! I mean first why were these kids out on there own after midnight in the middle of Nashville, Second it is not our place to judge, and They were talking about sinners while they themselves were sinning! But that was not the only weird thing we seen on our way to the car.
We went into a pizza place to get a drink and My step mom was approached by a women that was holding her false teeth in her hand and asked my step mom if she believed in the Cross she was wearing around her neck. Well my step mom said Yes I do, and the women said will you pray for a family this man just bought me a piece of pizza and I only have 13 cents to feed my family on for the week. Well of course my step mom said yes she would pray for them, but the weird thing is, Why did she have teeth in her hand? Well that wasn't the last thing either but I am just gonna leave you with that! Hope everyone had a good weekend!

*Hugs* Manda

Weird Dreams!

So lately I have been having the weirdest dreams I have ever had. It has been every single night. I don't know why, but Yeah. So My Birthday is coming up! I am super excited =D It will be my 21st Birthday!

Anywho! I am so excited for the Avenged Sevenfold concert Friday! I seen them in concert in January and it was amazing! So this time its the Welcome to the Family tour. Three Days Grace and A Bullet for My Valentine will be with them as well! Which I love both of them as well, so I am pretty pumped lol. My husband, sister, brother, brother's Girlfriend, and my step mom are going as well, so awesome family trip lol.

I have been in pretty good spirits lately, so That's a plus. Looking Forward to an awesome weekend!

*Hugs*Manda

Youtube Addiction

My husband pointed out to me today that I cleary have a Youtube Addiction. When I wake up in the morning I watch a video, before I go to bed I watch a video, and when I get bored I watch a video. So yeah that is pretty much my entire day. But I mean hey it could be worse. At least it is not an illegal addiction or something. And I get all my housework done, so I don't see it as a problem lol.

Anyway not much has happened today. But Friday I am going to see Avenged Sevenfold again, woohooo I can't wait I am super excited!

*Hugs* Manda

Great Mood

I don't exactly know why, but I have been in an extremely good mood lately. The last couple of days I have been feeling awesome and Just had fun. So it's been a good couple of days.

I don't know if anyone has been watching Love and Hip Hop, but I absolutely love that show. I am upset that its almost over. I also love Hollywood Fabulous, I have been watching it alot too. But Ru'Pauls Drag Race was defiantly my show. I love it and Raja was my favorite, I am so happy that he won!

I have just changed a lot and I think it is for the better. My pastor always says that in life you can either stay bitter or get better. Staying bitter hurts no one but myself, so I am just trying to make me happy and worry about myself.

*Hugs* Manda

Awesome News!

Well a few months ago I went to see Avenged Sevenfold on their Nightmare After Christmas Tour! Hollywood Undead, Stone Sour, and New Medicine also played with them. It was the best show I have ever seen! I absolutly loved it. So..........to get to the point.........My family and I are going to See them in concert again!!!! Amazing news! This is their Welcome to the Family Tour! Three Days Grace, Bullet for my Valentine, and Seven Dust will be with them. It is on May 6th! I am so excited! I cannot wait!

So that's my really awesome news guys :) I just wanted to share it with you!

*Hugs* Manda

Okay It's Been A While

Well It has been a little while since I have been on here, and a lot has happened.

I have a full time job now, as a welder for Toyota! I really love it. I am in the processes of doing my first swap on youtube, and about to upload videos soon. I am just in a really good place right now.

My Husband and I are also going to rededicate at church tomorrow morning! God has truly blessed us lately. I am so thankful for all the opportunities he has given us!

I also got a new phone today! Yep, I got rid of my iPhone! I will miss checking my email from it, but I was so ready for a new phone. I hate the iPhone at this point. I went and got the Samsung Flight 2 and I absolutely love it!

hmmmmm.......what else. I don't know. I'll post again when I remember lol.

*Hugs* Manda

Been a Little While

So It's been a little while since my last post. Not a lot has changed though.

I went back to Sally's and bought some more polishes! I'll post some swatches later!

Other News! I am gonna start uploading videos to my Youtube Channel Again! I am super excited. I am pretty shy, but I think this will be an awesome way to overcome that.

Bear had a appointment with the groomer for tomorrow, but We bought a grooming kit and I cut his hair myself. I think I did a pretty good job for my first time. He was such a good boy too.

That's all I can think of to share at the moment!

*hugs* Manda

Having A Sister Day & China Glaze Sale

Well my sister, Tarryn and I were initally going to do some Tie-dying today, but that is no longer the plan. We went shopping and to eat, Tonight we are doing nails, facials, and I am dying her hair.  Is thinking its going to be an awesome night!

BTW CHINA GLAZE FANS!!!!
 Sally's Beauty Supply is having a sale on all nail polishes. Buy two, get one free!

*Hugs*- Manda

Sleeping and Tie-dye Socks

I woke up yesterday morning around 3:30am or so. I couldn't get back to sleep at all, so I just decided to get up. Well I watched youtube and played on facebook, Also signed up for Birch Box :), and around 3 o'clock or so I could barely keep my eyes open. I decided to take a nap and figured it would only be a couple of hours. Well My husband and I didn't wake up until 1am!!!! So that was pretty much a wasted day.

Today I have plans with my little sister. We are going to Tie-dye Shirts and socks! We both love socks so, It was obvious when we decided to tie-dye that socks would be involved. I am really excited to spend time with her.

Have a great day everyone!

*Hugs*- Amanda

Birch Box

I am so Excited! I just signed up for a Birch Box! I seen a lot of people on youtube do videos and reviews on them. I finally decided it was something I would like to get. I mean you never know what you could get that you never would have bought before, get the sample and absolutely love it.

I can't wait to get my first one. Hopefully I love it as much as I believe I will.


*Hugs*- Manda

Urban Decay Eyeshadow For $5 Bucks

Okay Seriously! I think this is a great deal! Hautelook is having an Urban Decay event and It is pretty awesome. Them Items are selling out pretty quickly though.

There are a limited amount of colors to choose from in eyeshadow, but you will be saving 70%. I mean there eye shadows are normally $17 so It is a steal. They also have their Santa Tanita Body Bronzer for $8 and it is normally $28. Also Ink For Eyes- Pyrotechnics Cream Liner for 6.50, It is normally around $22 dollars. They also have two Pocket Rocket Lip Glosses to choose from for $6.50 as well.

The Event is open until Saturday, but things are selling out fast!

*Hugs* - Manda

Hello Everyone

I am super excited to start this Blog. I just wanted to take a minute to tell everyone a little bit about myself.

I am twenty years old, will be 21 on May 24th. I am married to my high school sweetheart, and have been for almost three years. I do not have any children, but I would love to in the future. Right now however, I have a little Malti-shu (Maltese and Shih tzu Mix) Puppy, His name is bear. I really love him like he was my child. He is hilarious.

I hope to start Cosmetology school in the fall. I absolutely love Makeup and Styling hair, so I really think it is an awesome choice for me.

I absolutely love my family and spend most of my free time with them. I am the oldest of four. I am very close to my siblings, they are my best-friends.

I am addicted to youtube. I love all the Make Guru's! They all brighten my day! I also have a youtube channel, but I don't upload anything of myself lol. I am too shy at the moment.

I do alot of crafts! I love it. I Scrapbook, Make Jewelry, Sew, Make Hair Bows, Head Bands, Paint, and Draw! 

I am also on a journey to lose weight. I would just love to feel comfortable and happy with my body. I will also be blogging about that. I love to cook, so I will share some recipes also.

I hope you enjoy my blog!

*Hugs* -Manda