This Goes For Everything

For beautiful eyes,

look for the good in others;

for beautiful lips,

speak only words of kindness;

and for poise,

walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.

-Audrey Hepburn

Up in the gym

We're 9 days into the year 2012, whoop whoop!  And I"m guessing that almost most people resolution is to get fit/lose weight.  But if you are a slacker like me, (shame shame), then your probably just sitting on you bed, and saying, ehh, maybe next, year, but no okay.  We're gonna start today, or this hour, or the minute your done with this blog, because why are you waiting.  Don't wait for the perfect moment, when the week restarts, start on a wednesday or friday, just start!  I gathered a few meaningful quotes, that had even motivated a person like me to get of my butt and start exercising! 

&& the best motivational quote? 

 "the real world does not start when you leave high school, when you can legally drink or when you get a job.  You have been in the real world your whole life.  so go LIVE it."

1. Monday

25-30 minutes of cardio (rest between if you have to just run it!)

10 pushups

20 dips

30 bicep curls

40 second plank

50 tummy tucks

(plank position, life alternating knees to chest)

40 second plank

30 bicep curls

20 dips

10 pushups

2. Tuesday

rest...

3. Wednesday

25-30 minutes of cardio

4. Thursday

25 minutes of cardio

20 squats

30 lunges

40 toe touches

50 second wall sit

100 lumping jacks

50 second wall sit

40 toe touches

30 lunges

20 squats

5. Friday

25-20 minutes of cardio

fitness friday, oh yeahh

fitness at home
30 jumping jacks
5 pushups
25 high knees
7 burpees
10 crunches
7 squats
5 pushups
10 crunches
5 pushups
7 squats
30 jumpin jacks
1 minute wall sit
5 push ups
25 high knees


repeat 3-5 times for max results

6. Saturday

25-30 minutes of cardio

walking buddie? yes, i think so.

7. Sunday

sport! biking, tennis, swimming.

just do it!

get healthy! lots of love..

The 5 Love Languages

So, I personally never heard of this before, have you guys?  The 5 Love of Affection.  Which is basically how to know when a guy likes you.  So I guess, guys don't just tell you in an immediate way, like pull you off the corner, and say, 'hey you pretty little thing, I like you', this is how you know when a guy really likes you or not.  But I don't know about you guys, I mean I think this pretty much nailed it though.  So keep reading to check it out!

1. Quality Time

So basically, in other words, he wants to spend deep quality time with you.  Your full, undivided attention.  Like going to the beach, fishing, golfing, or dining out in you favorite restaurants, anything small to big, that includes, he just wants to spend more time with you. 

"In the vernacular of Quality Time, nothing says, “I love you,” like full, undivided attention. Being there for this type of person is critical, but really being there—with the TV off, fork and knife down, and all chores and tasks on standby—makes your significant other feel truly special and loved. Distractions, postponed dates, or the failure to listen can be especially hurtful."

2. Gifts

Not to be mistaken with being materialized.  So the perfect gifts can symbolize, that you are being cared for, and loved.

"Don’t mistake this love language for materialism; the receiver of gifts thrives on the love, thoughtfulness, and effort behind the gift. If you speak this language, the perfect gift or gesture shows that you are known, you are cared for, and you are prized above whatever was sacrificed to bring the gift to you. A missed birthday, anniversary, or a hasty, thoughtless gift would be disastrous—so would the absence of everyday gestures."

3. Touch

A simple gesture as in a hug, pats on the back, holding hands, and thoughtful touches on the arm, shoulder, or face, can show excitement, concern, care, and affection.

"This language isn’t all about the bedroom. A person whose primary language is Physical Touch is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, holding hands, and thoughtful touches on the arm, shoulder, or face—they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive."

4. Words of Affection

The language of love speaks for itself.  The three simple words i love you.

" Actions don’t always speak louder than words. If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you. Hearing the words, “I love you,” are important—hearing the reasons behind that love sends your spirits skyward. Insults can leave you shattered and are not easily forgotten."

5. Act of Service

Helping you around, doing favors, lending stuff is an act of service.  According to the book The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman.  This is his definition.

"Can vacuuming the floors really be an expression of love? Absolutely!  Anything you do to east the burden of responsibilities weighing on an "Act of Service" person will speak volumes.  The words he or she most want to hear "Let me do that for you." Laziness, broken commitments, and making more work for them tell speakers of this language their feelings don't matter."

Well there you have it.  Like I said, it was pretty much solid.  Tell me what you think about in the comments below, I would love to hear, what you guys think.  Or what signs guys really show, when he really likes you.  And if you want to read the book, because I'm pretty sure it's quite accurate, it's The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman.

Lauren Conrad Dip Dyed Hair

 I have always been a huge fan of Lauren Conrad's hair style.  So this morning, I was just playing around on the computer when I discovered her 'dip dyed hairstyle'.  I know it might scare some of you guys, because its so bold in color, but that makes this hairstyle just a really fun way to dress up your hair in color.

Tips and Tricks

- Put a towel on your lap, and around you shoulders to prevent any product from getting onto your clothes or skin.

-Keep a baby wipe, or a wet towel with you.

-Keep in mind your using the 3 inches up from the bottom of you hair, and imagine you that part of you hair is section of equally into 3.  Then start with the first color all through you hair, than the darker color just to the bottom of your hair.

What You'll Need

- Kevin Murphy Color Bug

- A Curling Iron/ Waving Iron (works best)

- Your choice of hair product (Leave-in conditioner)

It is also recommended that you keep a wet wipe around, to wash you hands after each color.

1. Start by straightening you hair completely.
2. Spay your choice of any hair product to the strand of hair you gonna star off first.
3. Take a small piece of your hair, and rub the color in your hair.
4. Now for Lauren Conrad's Look, she has 3 color in every strand of hair that was died, so her bleached part, light blue, and dark blue at the very end of the hair.  So to achieve this look get the light blue color and rub it on, then get the darker blue, and rub it only to the bottom 1/3 of your hair.
5. Start off with one color at a time so if you want the light blue, do all the light blue, then wipe you hands, and then apply the dark blue.  Than alternate it with the dark pink, and the light pink.

6. Wave your hair and texture it off.

Now that you've learned how to clean your brushes I hope you go try it out! Good luck and leave a comment on what your favorite brush cleanser is!

XOXO M

Just a heads up, this wasn't originally my idea.  I first found pictures of Lauren Conrad Dip Dyed Hair, than searched in on Youtube, and Fleur De Force kind of taught it, so I got the idea there.  So I hope you guys try it out.

Fist Pump

Let make the subject clear, I am in love with rings.  It's something I just love collecting and piling around my fingers!  I love the way it looks on my hands, and just look at them down on my hands make me happy.  They just add that perfect touch to that outfit that just doesn't look right, like it's other half.  I am obviously, a fan of turquoise.

So here are a few pictures I found on the internet, that I so adore and wish I had some of them.  I am just completely loving this look, it is so pretty.  If I were to make an outfit out of these rings?  I would probably go for more of a casual, laid back outfit, with my hair perfectly in beach waves.  That's probably my dream outfit, along with these, fine rings out there.  And here's just a cute little quote for all you lovers, since it's friday.  && this has been a really long week.  thank god it's friday. right?

"Real men never stop trying to show a girl how much she means to him.  Ever after he's got her."

And just a little announcement about my blog, I am gonna add a little gadget, (guess that's what it's called) that will consist of my favorite lines.  As of right now, I hope you guys check it out, and Ill be sure to update it frequently!  Comment below about your week, I love reading comments, && read each and every one.  Just to let you guys know it doesn't come unnoticed!

MAC Naturally Collection

On such a late notice, I finally found some pictures on MAC's new collection, Naturally.  And since I have been overly obsessed with the 'natural look', I am head over heels for this collection!  This collection will be available through January 5th to February 9th. This is a chic and classy make-up collection anyone can pull off; looking understatedly sexy and gloriously "undone".

"Nature Girl... for a look that's understatedly sexy and gloriously "undone" -- a new collection of nothing-to-hide hues.  Soft shades, rich patinas and sheer loveliness.  Just what you need to keep you look dreamily down to earth"

286 Duo-fibre, tapered brush (New & Permanent), 187 Duo-fibre stippling brush (Permanent)

I love brushes.  Just brush it off, boy.

Ebony, Soft black, and Coffee, muted brown  (Both Permanent) Oh boy! I'm gonna faint!

The Wee Coquette, Naked neutral pink, (Limited Edition/Repromote)
Fresh Air, Light pink, (Limited Edition)
Naked Space, Creamy mid-tone nude peach, (Limited Edition/Repromote)
Hot Spell, Bronze with multi-colored pearl, (Limited Edition)
Love the shades in colors, The Wee Coquette, is to die for!  I really like the nude like pink tones on lips, it just looks so nice.

A Perfect Day, Light neutral pink, (Amplified/Limited Edition)

Beach Sand, Light tan,(Cremesheen/Limited Edition)

Sweet Sunrise, Light neutral peach-pink, (Lustre/Limited Edition)

Pillow Talk, Neutral pink, (Cremesheen/Limited Edition/Repromote)

This just keeps getting better, what A Perfect Day, when it's just perfect!

Subtle Breeze, Blue-pink, (Limited Edition)

Fresh Honey, Warm apricot, (Limited Edition)
Early Morning, Peachy Pink, (Limited Edition)
Blush, my all time favorites, just Early Morning.

Daylight, Peach with dirty blue lavender veining, (Limited Edition)

In the Sun, Gold with violet veining, (Limited Edition)
Summer Haze, Palest gold with deeper gold veining, (Limited Edition)
Cloudy Afternoon, Cream with gold, grey, and pink veining, (Limited Edition)
Twilight Falls, Cool brown with bronze veining, (Limited Edition)
Everything that shines, ain't always gonna be gold, I'll be fine once I'll get it, I'll be good.

Redhead, Gold to salmon pink degrade, (Limited Edition/Repromote)

Blonde, Soft pink to rose degrade (Limited Edition/ Repromote)

Tell me what you think about this brand new MAC's Naturally Collection!  I would love to know what you would love in this makeup collection!

Clean Sweep

Though you might not care much about your make-up brush's sanitation, washing/cleansing your make-up brushes is a must do for not only due to thousands of sanitation reasons, but also to keep the maintenance of a clean face.  Old makeup that sits on the fibers of your brushes can lead to bacteria, and all sorts of things that get transfered to you face, that may contribute to breakouts and acne.  There are two methods I learned on cleaning my makeup brushes; spot cleaning and deep cleaning.  It is necessary to wash you brushes everyday, that is spot cleaning; and at least once a week, deep cleaning.  Continue reading for tips and the steps to take when cleaning your own make-up brushes.

Tips and Tricks

- Clean flat shader brushes by sweeping them up and down and clean dome shaped brushes with a swirling motion.

- When cleaning you makeup brushes, try you best not to put any soap, water, or cleanser where the brush head ends, and the handle meets, because if the water gets in there it's just gonna rust.

- You don't want to deep clean you brushes when you need them right away.  For it will take them quite a bit to dry up.  If you need to use your brushes right away, you use the spot cleaning method.

-You should be spot cleaning every day, and deep cleaning you brushes every week or so.

-If you thinking of cleaning a gel liner, or lip brush you gonna need something to help you break that down.  Because the baby shampoo isn't gonna get the wax feeling off you brushes.  So I would recommend using olive oil.

What You'll Need To Spot Clean

-Makeup Brushes

-Brush Cleanser

-Paper Towel/Wash Cloth (something you won't missed when used)

1. Lay brush down on the paper towel, and pour a little bit of brush cleanser onto the bristles.

2. Then work it back and forth on the paper towel, going back on forth where some of the brush cleanser liquid fell on the paper.

3. Repeat the process until no color pigment is going out of the brush onto the paper towel.

4.  Then you want to lay it out to dry, so what I do is get a separate piece of towel, lay the brush flat down, and just leave it there for a while.

5. To keep in mind: with a flat brush you just need to go back and forth; but with a dome brush you want to go in circles.

6.  After the dome brush seems clean you want to push the bristles together using you pointer finger and you thumb, just to reshape the brush.

What You'll Need To Deep Clean Eyeliner/Lip Brushes

-Makeup Brushes

-Baby Shampoo

-Paper Towel/Wash Cloth

-Olive Oil

1. Take a bit of olive oil to the paper towel.  You don't need a lot.

2. Then take you brush and move it back and forth.

3. Same with the Gel Liner Brush, circular motion.

What You'll Need To Deep Clean

-Makeup Brushes

-Baby Shampoo

-Sponge

1. First your gonna soak you sponge in warm water.

2. Apply a little baby shampoo onto the sponge, and use you finger to work that into the sponge.

3. Make the bristles of the brush wet, under the sink.

4. Then rub it back and forth on the sponge. 

5. Then re-run it under the water.

6. Then set it to dry for over a night, or until it's completely dry.

7. You'll know it's clean when the stream of water is clear.

Now you know how to clean your brushes!  I hope you all try this out!  Leave any comments or questions below!