Apparently, taking about modesty is a rather controversial topic on the Interwebs. Having seen several posts about it, I decided to share my own thoughts. My personal method of dressing is on the modest side. This is largely due to my figure: low cut or too tight tops on big boobs look really slutty. And large thighs don’t mix well with short or tight bottoms. Also, I just don’t like… View Post »
Wedding dress success
I mentioned on Friday that I was driving up to PA to go wedding dress shopping with my older sister. She managed to pick the snowiest weekend of the winter, but we fought through the weather and found a dress! I don’t have any of the pics we took because they are on my mom’s camera. Our first stop was MB Bride, a family owned boutique in Greensburg (about 10… View Post »
Recent Reads – January 2014
The Mistresses of Henry VIII – Kelly Hart I recently read The Mistresses of Henry VIII by Kelly Hart. It examines the women who were his mistresses and the women who started off mistresses and became wives. Overall, I enjoyed it. It’s a quick read with no new information, just known information reorganized and presented in a different manner. For the new Tudor reader, this is a good starter book… View Post »
Sunday Social: beauty routine
1. How old were you when you started wearing makeup?The first time? Maybe 12. But I’ve never really worn makeup regularly. 2. What are your top 3 favorite beauty products?Moisturizer with SPF, powder foundation, waterproof eyeliner 3. What is one makeup product you don’t leave home without?Cherry Softlips. The only makeup product that leaves home. 4. What is your daily beauty routine? If I’m not working: just moisturizer. If I’m… View Post »
Care packages 101: mailing the box
You will need: your box, the completed customs form, your beloved’s address, and packing tape. Personally, I’ve found that two strips of tape per box seam works best. Now we’re ready to head to the Post Office. Once you get to the Post Office, you will need to stand in the main line. While this is a priority package that has a flat shipping rate, the nifty little postage machine won’t… View Post »
Inspiration for navy bridesmaid dresses
I’m heading up to PA this weekend to go wedding dress shopping with my sister. She really isn’t sure what she likes or what she wants, so this might be a window shopping and trying on trip. I’m also shopping around for my matron of honor dress. We’re wearing navy, and these are some of the options I’ve been looking at. What are your thoughts?