by Joey | Jan 29, 2013 | Throwback
I’ve decided to post something every day until we move. I just need some kind of project to keep myself upbeat, perky and well, keep me from flinging myself off a building. I know. I know.
Today is an absolutely gorgeous day here in Charlotte. Thank you, January. I definitely needed some spring like weather to put a little pep back in my step!
So anyway, today I decided to make myself a chain– elementary school style–to keep myself focused.
that’s 44 little hearts. That’s if everything goes according to plan.
It’s a nice little reminder that the days will pass. It makes them tangible. But it also helps to remind me to love every single day. Do something, anything I love each day. It’s so hard for me to be in this transition. It’s like I know this phase of my life is ending, almost over, so why put any effort into it. That’s a horrible way to think.
So expect something cheerful from me every day. It’s time I take this attitude into my own hands. The days will pass whether I’m happy or I’m sad. Might as well find something to fill each day with happiness.
by Joey | Jan 24, 2013 | Throwback
When something needs to get done for someone else, you probably jump right on it, right? When other people are depending on you, you rarely let them down. It’s just not an option. Your boss needs a huge project done by the end of the day? You probably do it, and do it well.
So here’s my question for you. How often do you treat yourself the same way? When you spend your whole day doing things for other people, I’m sure you’re exhausted by the end of the day and would rather sit and do nothing. Which is perfectly fine. I feel that way almost all of the time. And often all those little “todos” that I overzealously wrote down in my planner end up circled with a huge arrow pointing to the next day. Over. And over. I’m constantly putting what I want aside for the sake of a paycheck, which is completely necessary most of the time.
Basically, what I’m getting at is, I’ve done a bit of thinking lately. I want something. And I want it really, really badly. But the question is, how much work am I willing to put in to it? Am I willing to sacrifice a few hours of TV watching for it? Am I willing to push myself to work an extra hour or two once I get home from my day job when I’d really rather just collapse into bed? Am I willing to take the time I have available and use it productively?
I usually put it all aside. I usually just tell myself that a job is a job and I need to contribute just enough to pay the bills.
And the truth of the matter is, I’m finding that I’m completely miserable. I’ve actually had to start asking myself who I even am. I sat down with my journal the other night and answered the question:
If you had all the time in the world, and if there were no limitations to what you could accomplish,
what would you be doing right now?
It’ll come as no surprise that the answer came to me immediately. I’ve always known the answer. And really, anyone who knows me could probably tell you better than I could what I’d be best doing. The passion I have for what I want out of life is hard to miss.
So why haven’t I made it happen yet? Do you want the real, true, honest answer?
I’m scared.
And I’m lazy.
I’m a fair weathered dream chaser. I’ll put in just enough effort that it’s still my dream but not nearly enough effort to turn that dream into a reality. I’m tired. I’m lazy, and well, it’s just easier not to.
Enough is freaking enough. I need to start having enough respect for myself to do what I want. That doesn’t mean that I stop doing everything else, it just means that I start making a priority to accomplish the things I want too on top of everything else.
So when you get home at the end of the day. When you’re really, really tired. When all you want to do is veg on the couch watching last night’s DVR’d shows, find the drive, motivation and energy to power through. Do the things you want for yourself like you would if someone else was expecting you to do them. Stop telling yourself “well, maybe tomorrow.”
Do them today.
If you set out small, attainable goals for each and every day, you’d be surprised how much you can get accomplished. You’ll feel so much more productive and it’ll keep your drive going. It’s so easy to look at the big picture and become overwhelmed. Break it down. Make it happen. Even if it’s little by little.
by Joey | Jan 22, 2013 | Throwback
I have just a few thoughts on last night’s episode.
Lesley & Sean to break Longest ON SCREEN kiss record
Can we talk for a second about how, when this challenge was explained, I’m the idiot sitting on my couch the entire three minutes and sixteen seconds trying to figure out “but WHAT are they filming for!?” ::hangs head in shame::
Tierra Falls Down the Stairs
Did this scene have anyone else cringing? I mean, c’mon. Those stairs look pretty intense, and if someone DID actually fall down as badly as the sound implied (it sounded AWFUL), that person should definitely go get looked at. And then, just like that, she’s hunky dory. And just a few days later, at the rose ceremony, homegirl is in heels. I’d be sore as a mo-fo. But maybe that’s just me.
Kacie B tattles.
You know what’s sexy? You know what every guy wants? A girl who brings up other people’s drama and puts herself in the middle of it. I almost spat my drink out when Sean sits, ponders for a moment, then comes back with “but why are you telling me this.” She had no answer. Her plan failed. You know, because it worked so well the first time for you, huh? And the sad thing is, I really liked Kacie. But I feel like she came in all cocky and blew it.
by Joey | Jan 14, 2013 | Throwback
Skincare by
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clinique
- Clarisonic Mia: This thing has been a life changer. I’m in love with how fresh and smooth it leaves my face. I don’t think I can attribute the change in my skin to just one thing, but if I could, this would be it.
- Clinique Acne Solutions: When it comes to my acne, I feel like I’ve tried everything. I did the proactive thing. I tried almost all of the drug store products. Nothing worked. And if it did work, it didn’t continue to work. After about three months my acne would return. This system is different. I’ve been using it religiously for almost three years. I used it twice a day when I first started. It changed my face immediately. I dropped down to once a day: at night. The price tag is a little hefty, but it works. And it lasts. Now that I only use it once a day, the products easily last me 4-6 months. Worth it.
- Garnier Nutritioniste Moisture Rescue: My favorite cleanser to use with my clarisonic in the mornings. It smells amazing, it’s gentle, and it leaves my face soft and moisturized. And it’s super cheap. Just don’t get it in your eyes. Don’t ask how I know. Just don’t.
- Ponds Clarant B3: I used to love dove facial lotion. And then it just disappeared off the shelves. I picked the travel size of this baby up just to try something else. That was two years ago. I’m in love. The large size lasts forever. And I love that it’s so easy to find in a travel size. Nothing sucks more than having to use random products when you travel thanks to TSA. I have extremely, and I mean extremely oily skin, and this balances out the moisture in my skin.
- Olay 7 Total Effects Eye Cream: I’m not totally sold on this product. It’s pricey, and I’m not sure I’ve seen any difference. I purchased it back in September and have committed to finishing the jar because of what I paid for it. There’s an eye cream I’ve got my heart set on from Sephora for when this jar is empty. I’m almost there. Alllllllmost.
- Hyaluronic Acid (not pictured): I found a hyaluronic acid day cream at Vitamin World. When I went in for a facial, the esthetician recommended I start using it to manage my oily skin. The one I got is the Derma e hyaluronic Acid Day Creme. It as fairly pricey, but it’s lasting! I will definitely repurchase when I run out, too. It seems to be working.
I love testing out new facial products. I’m always looking for something to make a difference. This is the first time in a very, very long time that I’ve found any kind of routine that I’m fairly happy with. Do you have any products that you swear by? Anything I should be trying?
by Joey | Jan 11, 2013 | Throwback
Over the weekend, I tweeted.
I was slightly embarrassed to tweet that.
But I got a flood of responses about how other people secretly love that movie too.
So it got me thinking…
What are some things that I should be embarrassed about but do anyways?
- I love all things High School. Or better yet, I love all things teenager. I don’t mean that as creepily as it sounds. Tv shows. Books. Movies. Etc. I especially love attending HS football games with the hubs when he’s recruiting just so I can people watch!
- I sit in the sink totally naked after I shower to apply my makeup. Never knew it was weird until I got married.
- I watch TV in the bathtub.
- I’ll pick my nose if no one is looking and it needs picking.
- I rarely shave my legs in the winter.
- I’ll paint my nails as often as it takes in a day to get them how I want them. I go through an embarrassing amount of nail polish remover.
revlon: naughty
[same as revlon: perplexed]
- I go to bed most nights by 9PM.
What are some things that should embarrass you?
