8:23 AM
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...Through the closest window to my desk, today. I miss being able to look outside and see something other than this granite wall.
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Thursday, January 30, 2014
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Thrifting, Exchanging and Sewing.
I recently came across a great little thrift shop on Monk Street, in Ville-Émard. They're unfortunately going to close in two months if they don't start making sales. They'll be one more hidden gem that just can't keep up. I offered to help them put up a more attractive window display but they can't afford the mannequins, shelves, etc. They don't have enough furniture in the place to allow for that to be used, either.
Here's a little look at what $20.00 got me:
Some time before that, I scored this coat for $15, too.
And lastly, my friends and I get together every year in January, for a post-holiday pot luck dinner. At some point...
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Pucker Up! (Or: There Is No Excuse For Chapped Lips. None.)
A few weeks ago, as I paced around my cold, half-empty apartment, waiting the movers to return for the second load, I grew increasingly annoyed with the state of my face. My eyes were watery, thanks to the dust I'd disturbed when packing last minute items, such as floor mats, tools and whatever had been under the kitchen sink. My nose was runny and the back of my throat tingled, thanks to a super well-timed cold. What made me start and then roll my eyes, however, was the realization that my lips were burning. They were frigging chapped for the first time in many years and, as my title declares, there is no excuse for this.
In addition to...
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
My First Wantable Box (Or: A Make-Up Surprise Box for Grown-Ups!)
A little over a week ago, I received my first Wantable subscription in the mail and I must say I'm rather pleased! It was worth a little over $70 USD and subscriptions come out to $46.00 a month when you live in Canada (I believe it's $36.00 plus tax with free shipping in the States). Due to the move and holiday events, it was a little while before I could test these products out but, finally, here is my official December Wantable box review!
...I dislike the Color Club nail lacquer ($8.00 USD) I received. It took three coats to become completely matte and it still wasn't consistent, despite me applying it evenly. I'll keep paying $2.00 more...