by Joey | Aug 1, 2014 | Throwback
Sally Hansen Insta-dri in Peachy Breeze
Wide brush
Formula: a little thick. First coat streaked. Second coat applied fine.
**I used Out the Door topcoat for the first time. It’s okay. I like Seche Vite better for 2 reasons:
- It dries all layers of polish quicker (no risk of any dents).
- It’s shinier. It always leaves the appearance of gel.
Seche Vite might be a few bucks more, but it’s worth it, in my opinion.
Can you guys tell I’ve been in a pink mood? Actually, that’s not really even true. I’ve just been on this perpetual hunt for the perfect soft light pink/coral color.
++I finished season three of Scandal, and now I don’t know what to do with my life. Maybe I’ll actually finish the three books I’m in the middle of right now. But go ahead–throw some (Netflix) shows at me! (Actually, you can throw some amazon prime shows at me too–because I have the best
gushfriend on the planet).
++ I’m in this weird in between busy and bored state now that the book is done. I certainly am not as busy as I was with the book–but there’s just enough to do that I can’t just sit on the couch all day–and that, for some reason, means I have zero motivation to do any of it. Why is it that when we’re busy as crap, we get so much done. But when we have all the time in the world, nothing gets done?
++ I’m almost out of my Chi volumizing mousse that I got when I bought my Chi straightener (yeah, it’s that old. Sue me). It does the job without leaving a seriously nasty residue in my hair (you can feel it’s there, but it doesn’t change the texture of my hair–if that makes any sense). But my hair certainly looks thicker (and the roots lift) when I use it. Do any of you have any drug store mousse recommendations?
++ I have gotten
a lot (way more than I ever expected) of emails from people telling me they want to write a book and asking what the process was like. First of all, I’m seriously flattered. Secondly, I’ll work up a post with the dirty details, but please know and understand that the process is different for everyone. What worked for me might not work for you. There isn’t some standard formula anymore. I’ll do my best to give whatever advice I can, though! (PS–If you haven’t already, snag my
book!)
by Joey | Jul 30, 2014 | Throwback
It’s not out of the ordinary to treat yourself when you accomplish something you’ve been working really hard for. The thing is, most people go with shoes or bags…or jewelry. Me? Nail polish. Duh. The second I hit publish for
Yeah, maybe I finally let myself pull the trigger on Color Club’s Harp On It. It’s not a particularly expensive polish, but I tend to stick with the brands that are in the $4 and under range.
I’ve been lusting after that polish for years. Years! It’s all I hoped it would be. Here I partnered it with W&W Wild Shine in Blazed. That one I picked up on Tuesday as a treat. What for? Oh, no big deal. I just drove the stick shift all the way out to Walmart and no one died. And I didn’t stall once. Progress, people.
Can summer always be like this? Please and thank you.
There was a lot of surprise celebrating over the weekend! Saturday, the hubs and I ventured into Raleigh so we could finally try Chuys. I even had to text one of my resident Texans to verify which dipping sauce we were supposed to try. That evening we went to visit my lifelong bff and see her new house! When we walked in, she had champagne set out to toast the book!
On Sunday, I went in to Raleigh to hang with the parentals and see some family that had just gotten into town. After dinner, we were all just sitting around and boom! My mom comes around the corner with that awesome cake accompanied with another champagne toast (it’s just lucky that champagne is my favorite)! I won’t lie. It pained me to cut into that sucker.
xoxo
by Joey | Jul 23, 2014 | Throwback
I am so excited to announce that
is available on
Amazon for the kindle & kindle app!
For quiet, reserved, and focused 15 year old Annie Mackey, school was a sanctuary. But when her bubbly and beautiful neighborhood best friend joins her at Willow Point High for freshmen year, her world is turned upside down.
Everything Annie could count on for stability is shattered, and she’s left feeling more alone than ever before.
Just when she’s about to lose all hope, someone unexpected swoops in and gives her a much needed lesson in perspective.
Your support the last several months has meant
so much to me, and getting to share this with all of you has been such a blessing!
If you happen to enjoy the book, please be sure to review it on Amazon & Goodreads!
I’m still int he process of having everything link up completely–and the cover art sometimes takes a few days to show up in the amazon link–but the book is live!
Love you guys!!
by Joey | Jul 18, 2014 | beauty, Loves
Sinful colors 24/7
Pure Ice Beware (duh)
Finger paints Paper Mache
Dotting tools
I finally took some time last night to just sit at my vanity with my iPad on Netflix and paint. my. nails. I know, I know. You know things have been crazy around here when I haven’t had a chance to do that.
I hope you all have a wonderful Friday/weekend!
I can never imagine your pain.
Sending you many, many prayers, sweet girl.
by Joey | Jul 16, 2014 | Throwback
Helloooooooo!
::Swims to the surface. Takes gasping breath::
Oh, gosh, guys! It’s been a WHIRLWIND of a few weeks. I can’t even wrap my head around everything.
Remember last week when I said the book was coming out this week? Just bare with me a little here. I don’t want to send something out into the universe until it’s ready ready. It’ll be soon. Soon! Things just have to line up.
A lot of you have asked where, when what, etc. So I’m going to try to answer some of your questions today!
- The book will be released on Amazon. It will be available on any kindle device or kindle app. It may eventually be released in paperback, but I have some decisions to make about all of that, so for now it will just be on Amazon.
- I will release the title once we’ve 100% nailed down the cover art. We are damn close.
- Because it will be released digitally, I will not be hosting any signings (for now). If the book is released in paperback, I’ll keep you all posted if this changes!
Your support, you guys? I can’t even begin to explain to you how all of this makes me feel. I felt this kind of support last year when I was sick–but having support for something fun and exciting and life changing trumps that, for sure!
It was ridiculously fun to have my author photos taken! (Author photos!? WHAT!? ha!) It was absolutely storming (which my darling sister lovingly pointed out that any time I have my picture professionally taken, it’s awful weather. Looking at you, bridal portraits and wedding day). My sister followed us around the house with a lamp (my nieces and nephews were getting such a kick out of it) trying to find the best lighting & make do with the circumstances.
One of my beautiful bridesmaids welcomed me into her salon so she could hook a girl up! My hair desperately needed some help!
What else? Oh! I had a lovely visit with my very pregnant bestie! We got her all set up for when the baby comes (lots of organizing, list making and assembling)! She’s preeetttttty much all set! I was able to sneak in work here and there (mostly when the momma-to-be napped), and also just got to spend some much needed time with people I love.
I got vaccinated yesterday for whooping cough because the second my little niece decides to make her appearance, I’ll be heading south to help the new momma and daddy!
Oh, funny story about that! I’d gone over to Walgreens earlier in the day yesterday to snag the shot, but they were swamped. They asked me to come in later. So after my author photos (in the middle of awful storms), I ran out the door, dog and stuff in tow. I was going to run by Walgreens for the shot before I headed home.
I’m sitting in the little waiting area. I’d been there about 10 minutes when I hear flip flop flip flop. I know the sound well. I looked up to find my mom approaching.
“What are you doing here?”
“There was a huge crack of thunder when you left, so I followed you! I’ve been sitting out in the parking lot next to your car so I could keep an eye on Bailey.”
She grabbed my keys and went and sat in the car with the dog while I got my shot. The couple waiting next to me giggled.
“How old are you?” they asked.
If there was any question, Bailey is definitely one of the grandkids! haha!
I think that might be it for today! I know I’ve been so in and out lately. Things are in overdrive over here–and I promise to keep you totally posted with all things book related!
Love you all so much!!
