tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62237954077946111012024-03-05T17:06:38.693-05:00micheledennis78Krazy Deal Dazehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11116767886605940189noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-35756712053838691602024-02-26T11:00:00.001-05:002024-03-01T14:12:09.444-05:00Our Anniversary Universal Studios Trip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUh0zm0OwETH2VpBF1hm7TFTXi8pSgWsjDwnqAlt3zooqz5iSS6qUGBHcR39eXYWr7KDbKP1h1qSl6EvKb3AXgzlGihk8aNb-G49q3KiwJJ7sMbkQQ_nYbZRDPKF7CJtDLG2n5R9IzJVTWiyoSj9H-im4pb4kHz4VL_wDm7V0pwDXuARtWcCAL5omajL50/s712/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template%20(2).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="712" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUh0zm0OwETH2VpBF1hm7TFTXi8pSgWsjDwnqAlt3zooqz5iSS6qUGBHcR39eXYWr7KDbKP1h1qSl6EvKb3AXgzlGihk8aNb-G49q3KiwJJ7sMbkQQ_nYbZRDPKF7CJtDLG2n5R9IzJVTWiyoSj9H-im4pb4kHz4VL_wDm7V0pwDXuARtWcCAL5omajL50/w640-h360/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template%20(2).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our Anniversary Universal Studios Trip</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our </span><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a><span style="text-align: left;">.</span></div><div><br style="text-align: center;" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h1 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-19e1b499-ef03-4d8d-ad33-e0ac40b8f04a"><strong>Our Anniversary Day Trip to Universal Studios</strong></h1><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-06e0cbe6-a4be-4aa3-8dd0-abf3012b853c">February 25th marks a special day for us – our anniversary! This year, we celebrated 30 years together and 24 years of marriage. The day began with roses, breakfast in bed, and exchanging heartfelt cards.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c3adc70b-1797-4529-bbfb-ca40f1b25661"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb42d57b-9f5a-4da7-9bec-457ad16f4191"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqPnuXmp9NpjxTYY6SuN7Alk6wFBqhQ6fPl7SAcFaw8kbgxWzX7y4zvPbI1LuPGXXQ6OkWT5OXg5jNTLkW6LhQv4xJ3NdVD3cBw_tcOsvlvptqD4XfvYKpu9BlbFkLuW_pLMZu2ZMQ2PVJqkvHwFc8umppOemsWDJDd-QE7I2GjGD_IimwepBX63b8NQl3/s4080/IMG_20240225_090852898.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="151" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqPnuXmp9NpjxTYY6SuN7Alk6wFBqhQ6fPl7SAcFaw8kbgxWzX7y4zvPbI1LuPGXXQ6OkWT5OXg5jNTLkW6LhQv4xJ3NdVD3cBw_tcOsvlvptqD4XfvYKpu9BlbFkLuW_pLMZu2ZMQ2PVJqkvHwFc8umppOemsWDJDd-QE7I2GjGD_IimwepBX63b8NQl3/w200-h151/IMG_20240225_090852898.jpg" width="200" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb42d57b-9f5a-4da7-9bec-457ad16f4191"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb42d57b-9f5a-4da7-9bec-457ad16f4191">For our 30/24 anniversary, we chose a simple yet exciting day trip to Universal Studios Orlando. As Universal Orlando Annual Passholders (UOAP), we often find ourselves drawn to this magical place for our monthly travels. It's our go-to spot for fun and relaxation, and our anniversary was the perfect excuse to visit again.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb42d57b-9f5a-4da7-9bec-457ad16f4191"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdzsuu7TN6FNqtgLtglwxfMyiN2h2p4svNIU9qb-KU5fe2eRf7JueZaBuohlNQESCS1LUZLlZHq0ygipeIWmxAmG5UOgyXjWAYoa8OfFxlQ4LEBYGNRvinPIM08mVZdf7-qJghMSdX3qZN42BuRgjctEfNbxtFcQJHpBs5BsQVSumSxq5zGwXfz1MQAhEs/s2480/2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdzsuu7TN6FNqtgLtglwxfMyiN2h2p4svNIU9qb-KU5fe2eRf7JueZaBuohlNQESCS1LUZLlZHq0ygipeIWmxAmG5UOgyXjWAYoa8OfFxlQ4LEBYGNRvinPIM08mVZdf7-qJghMSdX3qZN42BuRgjctEfNbxtFcQJHpBs5BsQVSumSxq5zGwXfz1MQAhEs/w640-h134/2.png" width="640" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb42d57b-9f5a-4da7-9bec-457ad16f4191"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-11ddc694-ecbc-4492-9c01-135245cd88b2"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-db2d50db-d245-40f0-ac59-7211e79c456a">We had dinner reservations at Bigfire, a place that always impresses us with its food and service. We kicked things off with drinks – I enjoyed a refreshing Lakeside Punch while my husband sipped on a Blackberry Citrus. Then came our usual appetizer, the Bourbon cheese fondue with gluten-free bread – absolutely delicious!</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-db2d50db-d245-40f0-ac59-7211e79c456a"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-db2d50db-d245-40f0-ac59-7211e79c456a"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f37ce97c-b47e-4e1d-bc28-7f78e94e9310"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7bb25ebf-980f-42bc-9cdf-ae788a295eb1">For our main course, we decided to switch things up. My husband savored the Dutch Oven Beef Burgundy, and I opted for the Bell and Evans Maple Chicken. I'm usually not a fan of chicken breast, but this dish was moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. A pleasant surprise indeed!</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7bb25ebf-980f-42bc-9cdf-ae788a295eb1"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEIPsiT4mZFbv6jfFScr_gsB14TSFqHVlcdt39-rJ-W34_A0VW87c7GfqQMRLAAPCdmGZiy5Pg-PV8Dvy2u9853TNzTBGTJZSx-XPMq2xFqheP2TaCTc3bYmHr1dY1fkaPIGyGaRfkkWiwkCteRBwu3ZKW6ZCzwSEZPRJPk6iYkP8BSZipmpL_RwgByepp/s2480/3.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEIPsiT4mZFbv6jfFScr_gsB14TSFqHVlcdt39-rJ-W34_A0VW87c7GfqQMRLAAPCdmGZiy5Pg-PV8Dvy2u9853TNzTBGTJZSx-XPMq2xFqheP2TaCTc3bYmHr1dY1fkaPIGyGaRfkkWiwkCteRBwu3ZKW6ZCzwSEZPRJPk6iYkP8BSZipmpL_RwgByepp/w640-h134/3.png" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7bb25ebf-980f-42bc-9cdf-ae788a295eb1"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7bb25ebf-980f-42bc-9cdf-ae788a295eb1"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-777c6670-89f4-456e-b75e-e10e5344e40f"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c43ffb07-1294-4932-8dc8-e6d95716e441">Post-dinner, we strolled into the park. Being pass holders and regulars we are often in no rush to get to anything in the park. Even though we have express passes with our annual pass and are grateful to have them in case we decide to ride that day, we often skip the rides and simply enjoy the ambiance, exploring new attractions and revisiting our favorite spots.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c43ffb07-1294-4932-8dc8-e6d95716e441"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c43ffb07-1294-4932-8dc8-e6d95716e441"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-8e4c5406-a42a-422a-9f43-9947b2303a3d"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c36c5f8c-80ac-435a-8c21-eadc8c2d561f">Our first stop was the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, my personal favorite. We timed it perfectly to see the dragon breathe fire in Diagon Alley, which for those curious, it goes off every 10 minutes starting on the hour. After soaking in the atmosphere, we popped into Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes for some window shopping. We couldn't resist picking up chocolate frogs and Butterbeer Fudge – which, by the way, pairs wonderfully with a cold Butterbeer!</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c36c5f8c-80ac-435a-8c21-eadc8c2d561f"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1BjQMRAs9jdWC8NBVGg4RrXgT3UY2sZKxOFErRz7Rqy-PjuSzHlm01rM90QZijE21PkrDZBoVDmZ9rM6AIi4arhLruOqU4Mwo-f7i01WUxFgjTdQCnlzpY3gQt6lAzARr_nxIBmcrom5WAb3pMG-dFeBJooYl9DAYdbIGyfPmZFZDcypFbVDD8D_r6AgL/s2480/1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1BjQMRAs9jdWC8NBVGg4RrXgT3UY2sZKxOFErRz7Rqy-PjuSzHlm01rM90QZijE21PkrDZBoVDmZ9rM6AIi4arhLruOqU4Mwo-f7i01WUxFgjTdQCnlzpY3gQt6lAzARr_nxIBmcrom5WAb3pMG-dFeBJooYl9DAYdbIGyfPmZFZDcypFbVDD8D_r6AgL/w640-h134/1.png" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c36c5f8c-80ac-435a-8c21-eadc8c2d561f"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c36c5f8c-80ac-435a-8c21-eadc8c2d561f"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-fa74086b-c2a6-4b37-8f5d-5cc2572cf81a"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6b38232b-e94f-4116-8ce3-d10bc8bacc7e">After leaving the Wizarding World of Harry Potter we continued our stroll around the park heading in the direction of Men in Black. It was a lovely casual stroll and during our walk, we decided to stop in at the Five and Dime to pick up our UOAP Magnets and head home before the Universal's Marti Gras parade started, with plans to skip it this trip and include it in next months visit. Well, the Universe had other plans.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6b38232b-e94f-4116-8ce3-d10bc8bacc7e"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6b38232b-e94f-4116-8ce3-d10bc8bacc7e"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-9d93509f-d875-42db-bef1-236b60b3f7f1"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6d64d503-39d9-4599-aa77-fcae9a07297e">We miscalculated the parade time and found ourselves amidst the festivities. my husband thought it was supposed to start at 6:30 pm, which with the plan we had just made, we would've had plenty of time to get through and out of there just before the parade started. Well, we had the time wrong... It started at 6:15 pm that day and it was 6:19 pm.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6d64d503-39d9-4599-aa77-fcae9a07297e"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6d64d503-39d9-4599-aa77-fcae9a07297e"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-255dbf10-dbbc-44cc-863a-aad8161aa820"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-72b44429-b4ff-4f22-add6-138dd19c6ccd">However, what was initially an oversight turned into a fun bead-catching competition between my husband and I, so fun was still had! We did eventually make our way to the Five and Dime store to pick up our UOAP Magnets after the Parade ended in Hollywood, and then we continued on our way out of the park.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-72b44429-b4ff-4f22-add6-138dd19c6ccd"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-72b44429-b4ff-4f22-add6-138dd19c6ccd"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-4933f364-1356-4701-b0ef-089a3aa71aa1"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-eb8f9fe4-5a17-45cc-99b4-f8aadb921453">Nope, not yet. As we were coming up on exiting Hollywood, the beginning of the parade was making its way back around. So we hurriedly found a spot and continued our bead-catching competition. It was a tie, we both caught eight. After the parade concluded we were able to make our way to the Exit and head to City Walk.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-eb8f9fe4-5a17-45cc-99b4-f8aadb921453"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-eb8f9fe4-5a17-45cc-99b4-f8aadb921453"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-4b4f6943-1ae0-4abf-96b7-42807af26532"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-66ce9e67-cf02-422c-8317-83ae4a4981b8">Before leaving City Walk we decided to Stop in one of the many Universal gift shops and pick up some swag before making our way to the parking garages and heading home. </div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-66ce9e67-cf02-422c-8317-83ae4a4981b8"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvUz0nd3-6RgjT_KvyUkja05QjOS-z8BqL8a7AopK79luAc5P6AugKsqfM9I6k0_KNM4WvuvVT_EuDeDh-m9Vbq4lsFaoreF3VoXopeDtdGJsS9mj5VDrqwAXA90K6BGig7PWn6TRtlW8HVmejzwuZy0naaj77YHqAyTP44xER9zr7ekQT2faHVcElEZ2H/s2480/4.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvUz0nd3-6RgjT_KvyUkja05QjOS-z8BqL8a7AopK79luAc5P6AugKsqfM9I6k0_KNM4WvuvVT_EuDeDh-m9Vbq4lsFaoreF3VoXopeDtdGJsS9mj5VDrqwAXA90K6BGig7PWn6TRtlW8HVmejzwuZy0naaj77YHqAyTP44xER9zr7ekQT2faHVcElEZ2H/w640-h134/4.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: This blog is a personal account of our experiences at Universal Studios Orlando. All opinions are my own and do not reflect the views of Universal Studios or any affiliated companies. Universal Studios, UOAP, and all related marks are trademarks of Universal Studios.</span></em></div></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-58295034196016628692024-02-25T07:00:00.005-05:002024-02-28T19:29:23.331-05:0030/24th Anniversary<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOFsF89_DbddRpzTEmbXSLar3JZH8nUovj9qjvSpfGKuLmaRoyAR85dpqBPRsv5VLeMTFoKv4w0syVDl43_9yJop28TkLFkMvhwg-49eMLTRmKcjf2eUPdshP0eVcXngvuHy9YiT5ntatJ-xWeHU33yKB6R8DBjN4gV6lsbQBTbXn2t3-sqFDqLkzgevcu/s712/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="712" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOFsF89_DbddRpzTEmbXSLar3JZH8nUovj9qjvSpfGKuLmaRoyAR85dpqBPRsv5VLeMTFoKv4w0syVDl43_9yJop28TkLFkMvhwg-49eMLTRmKcjf2eUPdshP0eVcXngvuHy9YiT5ntatJ-xWeHU33yKB6R8DBjN4gV6lsbQBTbXn2t3-sqFDqLkzgevcu/w640-h360/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div>30/24th Anniversary</div><div>This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a>.</div><div><br /></div></div><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Celebrating 24 Years of Marriage: A Journey from Friendship to Everlasting Love</h2><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-44aae24d-9824-4350-8018-6ed3714fe278"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb92814a-acec-452e-8054-96a332f40e7d"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb92814a-acec-452e-8054-96a332f40e7d">It feels like just yesterday when my family made the move to sunny Florida, and there he was—a friend who would soon become my everything. Fast forward a few years, and we took the plunge from friends to something more; we started dating 30 years ago. And now, here we are, celebrating 24 beautiful years of marriage.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb92814a-acec-452e-8054-96a332f40e7d"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-bb92814a-acec-452e-8054-96a332f40e7d"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7804068f-08d3-4328-b9f4-f8780a65c163"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c1176cba-6f8d-45e3-9718-1284b21555be">Our kids, once the center of our bustling household, have grown up and set out on their own adventures, leaving us in the quiet but exciting phase of being "empty nesters." We're embracing this time with open arms, filling our days with quality moments, embarking on new adventures, and engaging in those deep, soul-nourishing conversations that have always been a staple of our relationship. Together, we're ticking off all those dreams we used to talk about for hours on end.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c1176cba-6f8d-45e3-9718-1284b21555be"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c1176cba-6f8d-45e3-9718-1284b21555be"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-1022dd3b-95f3-40eb-87a9-da6968aaf15c"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b8dc7e97-6512-4b98-b26f-20cad5803398">I am overwhelmed with gratitude for every year, every day, every moment we've shared. He's not just an amazing husband and partner, but also a wonderful father, and my pride knows no bounds when I think of how much we've grown together. Our weirdness, our perfectly imperfect life, our rock-solid friendship, and our unconditional love for each other are the things I cherish the most.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b8dc7e97-6512-4b98-b26f-20cad5803398"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b8dc7e97-6512-4b98-b26f-20cad5803398"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6e0749ae-cc8e-452c-908a-f1140b18bd92"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6382318c-9b4d-40f0-ba93-dcc2b86077d2">Sure, the last 30 years haven't been flawless—because let's face it, perfection is a myth. But what I love most is our resilience, our unwavering commitment to never give up on each other, always finding a way through any challenge.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6382318c-9b4d-40f0-ba93-dcc2b86077d2"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-6382318c-9b4d-40f0-ba93-dcc2b86077d2"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d462ef39-94bf-433c-a154-0ce249c7a129"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-12f38578-479a-4d52-8aa0-574430f6b708">So here's to us, to 30 years of love, 24 years of marriage, and a lifetime of memories still to come. Happy Anniversary to my incredible husband, my rock, and my adventure buddy, Craig. I love you always and forever to infinity and beyond. 💖💖💖</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-12f38578-479a-4d52-8aa0-574430f6b708"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-12f38578-479a-4d52-8aa0-574430f6b708"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb-ylSvYtFWMF9blGFSKzoEKw99W4V1OL1kFu63vyZqv5CioHhjjE3yghICW-UE-tG7G6ke5kqJC_i_usJ7KBPHIMh0lJ7b6_DLitjHPHyNV5Y3Sn50e6XO1dHJSf30JMGUUMbvGcXvZybSIaxtiF6wwKtCsfxwMqfl49UbMjjz4UiCU8mABtIMlOMCr5j/s720/FB_IMG_1708866426695.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb-ylSvYtFWMF9blGFSKzoEKw99W4V1OL1kFu63vyZqv5CioHhjjE3yghICW-UE-tG7G6ke5kqJC_i_usJ7KBPHIMh0lJ7b6_DLitjHPHyNV5Y3Sn50e6XO1dHJSf30JMGUUMbvGcXvZybSIaxtiF6wwKtCsfxwMqfl49UbMjjz4UiCU8mABtIMlOMCr5j/s320/FB_IMG_1708866426695.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-12f38578-479a-4d52-8aa0-574430f6b708" style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-89008991750652643062024-02-15T10:30:00.002-05:002024-02-28T22:59:55.459-05:00Inside My February Glam Bag<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtxE5LdrN4wJGNjhBYtbJ0s2ZyFR1nJrvGSgC0mGRwaUqDFSf6rTY_XvhbB52QouHpvZYxkwb73ozTQenyyVu5Gno1DkhBpuDx5Y_OFTFUejHXdZPGw012cYLWNDXhaAL3cWHaDJV-dZYFukR6Ob7OTDAZoNiF3WIge4LhxKwQXC0NxJMJ8uX_t9-hkmE2/s712/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="712" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtxE5LdrN4wJGNjhBYtbJ0s2ZyFR1nJrvGSgC0mGRwaUqDFSf6rTY_XvhbB52QouHpvZYxkwb73ozTQenyyVu5Gno1DkhBpuDx5Y_OFTFUejHXdZPGw012cYLWNDXhaAL3cWHaDJV-dZYFukR6Ob7OTDAZoNiF3WIge4LhxKwQXC0NxJMJ8uX_t9-hkmE2/w640-h360/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post%20Template.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div>This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a>.</div><div><br /></div></div><p></p><h1 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-48b91fff-b08e-4567-8518-30231573f9f1">Ipsy's February Glam Bag: A Love Letter to Beauty Enthusiasts</h1><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c58c0df5-cec3-432c-b8ca-ba0a771d7393"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-1a7a9d9c-e7aa-4ba5-8650-933460e75e5c">February is the month of love, and Ipsy has outdone itself with a Glam Bag that's sure to steal your heart. The pouch alone is a dreamy affair, featuring a <strong>pink satiny ruffled texture</strong> and an adorable <strong>heart zipper pull</strong> adorned with a <strong>black bow</strong>—perfect for the romantics at heart.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-07d042fb-2983-45bc-a28d-2e33f2e2431b"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-a80f24bf-e7f2-4911-a6e7-b32052f04056">Let's dive into the treasures this bag holds:</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-e37fb9cb-7f9c-4a87-8f51-466b8a86d059"></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-0a4c6555-e7a8-4a6a-8b7d-ff0c3bdc424e"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.acebeaute.com/cdn/shop/files/amplifying-primer.jpg?v=1694544547&width=1200" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" height="213" src="https://www.acebeaute.com/cdn/shop/files/amplifying-primer.jpg?v=1694544547&width=1200" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>ACE BEAUTÉ - Hydrating Face Primer <br /><br /></h3><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b1435996-5553-4353-b9af-520eab8f3da5">Starting off strong, we have the ACE BEAUTÉ Hydrating Face Primer. This primer promises a smooth canvas for makeup application while keeping your skin hydrated. It's like a drink of water for your face, ensuring your makeup stays fresh all day long.</div><ul><li><strong>Current Price:</strong> $14.99</li><li><a class="ql-link" href="https://www.acebeaute.com/products/eyeshadow-amplifying-primer-base" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy it here</a></li></ul><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-512fbfce-4644-4683-baf9-728f4cda35b7"></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-83d8451b-1341-45aa-b78f-25a950aae76c"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-83d8451b-1341-45aa-b78f-25a950aae76c"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-83d8451b-1341-45aa-b78f-25a950aae76c"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/d5cae23a-817c-4420-80bc-9f85b883906b/fileAsset?byInode=1" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="768" height="240" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/d5cae23a-817c-4420-80bc-9f85b883906b/fileAsset?byInode=1" width="320" /> </a></div><br /> DR. BRANDT SKINCARE - Eye Cream</h3><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-fc1bd862-0e3e-4e61-8d7e-9723b7ca473c">Next up is the DR. BRANDT SKINCARE Eye Cream. Say goodbye to tired eyes! This cream targets dark circles and puffiness, giving you a refreshed look even on the busiest days.</div><ul><li><strong>Current Price:</strong> $55.00</li><li><a class="ql-link" href="https://sovrn.co/18kdt0g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy it here</a></li></ul><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-4b2c813b-0499-49f5-ab1a-17fcac073774"></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-cf1f4554-2aec-4ef0-a6eb-98ca68ca1912"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-cf1f4554-2aec-4ef0-a6eb-98ca68ca1912"><br /></h3><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-cf1f4554-2aec-4ef0-a6eb-98ca68ca1912"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/4ca4af45-d2ef-4731-a282-583fcc2d7b7f/fileAsset?byInode=1" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="768" height="240" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/4ca4af45-d2ef-4731-a282-583fcc2d7b7f/fileAsset?byInode=1" width="320" /></a></div></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-cf1f4554-2aec-4ef0-a6eb-98ca68ca1912">HALF CAKED - Double Dipper Bronzer in Siesta Key <br /></h3><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c61f789d-e867-4ae7-807e-c8c2e06bb85f">For a sun-kissed glow, the HALF CAKED Double Dipper Bronzer in Siesta Key is your new best friend. Its buildable formula allows for a natural-looking warmth or a dramatic contour.</div><ul><li><strong>Current Price:</strong> $20.00</li><li><a class="ql-link" href="https://amzn.to/3uNH2Fn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy it here</a></li></ul><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-4bc15d9e-906e-40d1-ae6b-070819eb5d1d"></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-a6c60735-ef7e-4505-b69d-d81cbba1bac6"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-a6c60735-ef7e-4505-b69d-d81cbba1bac6"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-a6c60735-ef7e-4505-b69d-d81cbba1bac6"><br /></h3><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-a6c60735-ef7e-4505-b69d-d81cbba1bac6"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/1b3ca1dd-5641-4813-9de0-edfa6a22e07b/fileAsset?byInode=1" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="768" height="240" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/1b3ca1dd-5641-4813-9de0-edfa6a22e07b/fileAsset?byInode=1" width="320" /> </a></div><br /> SONÄGE SKINCARE - Saffron Energizing Vitamin Mask</h3><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b5e53768-cf92-413b-b099-bca20c28071a">The SONÄGE SKINCARE Saffron Energizing Vitamin Mask is a burst of energy for your skin. Infused with saffron, this mask revitalizes and brightens, leaving you with a radiant complexion.</div><ul><li><strong>Current Price:</strong> $48.00</li><li><a class="ql-link" href="https://amzn.to/3IjWSdO" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy it here</a></li></ul><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f9b4cb8b-f80e-4f8f-803f-ea1f79642b33"></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-01930a23-349a-48ef-93ed-e5f87c23c8e6"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-01930a23-349a-48ef-93ed-e5f87c23c8e6"><br /></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-01930a23-349a-48ef-93ed-e5f87c23c8e6"><br /></h3><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-01930a23-349a-48ef-93ed-e5f87c23c8e6"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/db5cb3d6-8176-473a-b9a1-ff64a6352e3a/fileAsset?byInode=1" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="240" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/contentAsset/image/db5cb3d6-8176-473a-b9a1-ff64a6352e3a/fileAsset?byInode=1" width="320" /></a></div></h3><h3 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-01930a23-349a-48ef-93ed-e5f87c23c8e6">LOTTIE LONDON - Oil Slick Lip Oil in Peachy Cheeks <br /></h3><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-0511abe5-6b85-465c-82c6-1811b019ae7b">Finally, the LOTTIE LONDON Oil Slick Lip Oil in Peachy Cheeks adds a juicy pop of hydration and subtle color to your lips. It's not sticky, just slick and comfortable!</div><ul><li><strong>Current Price:</strong> $7.00</li><li><a class="ql-link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/3206566/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FLottie-London-Oil-Slick-100-Vegan-Lip-Oil-Peachy-Cheeks-0-12-fl-oz%2F389770776" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy it here</a></li></ul><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-59812808-fb6a-41b7-9427-bb80d952636d"></div><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6"><br /></h2><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6"><br /></h2><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6"><br /></h2><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6"><br /></h2><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6"><br /></h2><h2 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-8d3219ec-46b5-4ff0-889b-93fdda0027f6">Summary</h2><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-83f1e490-a80c-4e96-924c-46eb7154c880">This February Glam Bag from Ipsy is a delightful mix of skincare and makeup. From priming your face to adding the final touches with a bronzer and lip oil, it's got you covered. The products are well worth the try, especially if you're looking to pamper yourself with some self-love this month.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d245c852-0a68-4809-99f2-99ec5255ace6"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3453b5b2-257b-4a72-a8b7-15c939427d89">If you're intrigued by these goodies, why not sign up for your own Ipsy Glam Bag? It's a fun way to discover new beauty products tailored to your preferences every month. Head over to<a href="https://www.ipsy.com/66gyv2ku" target="_blank"> Ipsy</a> and join the beauty adventure!</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3453b5b2-257b-4a72-a8b7-15c939427d89"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3453b5b2-257b-4a72-a8b7-15c939427d89"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3453b5b2-257b-4a72-a8b7-15c939427d89"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3453b5b2-257b-4a72-a8b7-15c939427d89"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-8d797329-1d06-4620-a94b-b46a7a0fc3e0"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-2a3ea8c4-46c5-4481-9fe9-c754e758d057"><em>Legal Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company. Prices are accurate as of the date of this post and are subject to change.</em></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-81156502791728797052024-01-31T10:30:00.001-05:002024-02-28T11:15:29.698-05:002024 Rolex 24 Hour Race<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSTowdyly1w7BDAP-P3LYP_D1i9r2KwLbYMsMAv2eFqPDlYhHiyTuGNHJ1Szns5QXpwP5rhy7_pEVmWgliAFLPTsAfo9rxzRfjhf7l39KGhX__3cP_n7CpvdVbjL26QKSpOfkkNcu__mMdl2-wqJBOfStHXAqVCxZtry36X1Tyfla0Jj4EIjRR_FFSpLh/s2240/2024%20Rolex%2024%20Hour%20Race.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1260" data-original-width="2240" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSTowdyly1w7BDAP-P3LYP_D1i9r2KwLbYMsMAv2eFqPDlYhHiyTuGNHJ1Szns5QXpwP5rhy7_pEVmWgliAFLPTsAfo9rxzRfjhf7l39KGhX__3cP_n7CpvdVbjL26QKSpOfkkNcu__mMdl2-wqJBOfStHXAqVCxZtry36X1Tyfla0Jj4EIjRR_FFSpLh/w640-h360/2024%20Rolex%2024%20Hour%20Race.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">2024 Rolex 24 Hour Race</div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a>.</div> <h1 class="ql-heading" data-block-id="block-f5d5b531-3ea7-41ac-bcb0-52738592b2f0"><strong><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>My Unforgettable Weekend at the Rolex 24 in Daytona</strong></h2><div><strong><br /></strong></div></strong></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji5ZVL6p6_rj774BlF1fwr8ONohQyH1gDGY1Ng6n4H_Z-csS0nbwvp4ZJ3OwMjGYoWp62XNf9i_5gXx4t_cUE190S0orX_wPt-rLOl966G4HYCRCF56xrEzIPq896EktxmNv287MpooKDsLwiWUTlvM4YpgCN23t5OtN3zSl-5C_9EDdQN094sq0Lka1fX/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji5ZVL6p6_rj774BlF1fwr8ONohQyH1gDGY1Ng6n4H_Z-csS0nbwvp4ZJ3OwMjGYoWp62XNf9i_5gXx4t_cUE190S0orX_wPt-rLOl966G4HYCRCF56xrEzIPq896EktxmNv287MpooKDsLwiWUTlvM4YpgCN23t5OtN3zSl-5C_9EDdQN094sq0Lka1fX/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-e4648d28-f269-4fed-8bf0-df1508eb2155">This year's Rolex 24-hour race in Daytona was an adventure I'll never forget. My husband and I, along with our daughter and her boyfriend, made the trip to Orlando Florida for this thrilling event. We stayed in a room with a stunning ocean view at the Boardwalk Hotel on A1A. Waking up to watch the sunrise each morning was a special treat since we're more accustomed to sunsets back home in Southwest Florida.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-e4648d28-f269-4fed-8bf0-df1508eb2155"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-a60ef2dd-e673-493a-94e8-2c62ea1af7d2"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-880b5d5e-1957-4649-a632-5f077159ef97"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTdnRAOnDEz7pErN66JJtH-kD7yAj9g5MJ7d66y-HSrNdbEpi3OkmqQigxRvoW-DZmtIDezvwrw64XhH8ILj0jG9YAMF6_SguqhbaMSttUfFotZN3rAEsRkrsS_GKNK_fDN4StpfWfo4V0bQsY5MaI6wa9GNnXRywnPgFXfFU7un7cWEGlqpoZ0NI4O0Rq/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTdnRAOnDEz7pErN66JJtH-kD7yAj9g5MJ7d66y-HSrNdbEpi3OkmqQigxRvoW-DZmtIDezvwrw64XhH8ILj0jG9YAMF6_SguqhbaMSttUfFotZN3rAEsRkrsS_GKNK_fDN4StpfWfo4V0bQsY5MaI6wa9GNnXRywnPgFXfFU7un7cWEGlqpoZ0NI4O0Rq/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(2).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-880b5d5e-1957-4649-a632-5f077159ef97"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-880b5d5e-1957-4649-a632-5f077159ef97">We arrived on Friday afternoon, buzzing with excitement. Our first night tradition is always dinner at Joe's Crab Shack, and it didn't disappoint. The next day, Saturday, started with breakfast at IHOP - their gluten-free pancakes are a must for me! With full bellies, we headed to the track, hopping on the trams that took us straight to the infield. There, we got an up-close look at the sleek cars and focused drivers along pit road before the opening ceremonies kicked off.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-850946a3-1189-451f-bb6c-8ed0d7f630c5"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f950654d-5642-4ed7-b67a-ebe5338d7605"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL2s1AAViyShae7vSzOWWBTKp1k6M7CpzLd-SWsgtHNOT9AJeFc-UqN70bj8u-laWcU9ukn_ZRJ6qUmapX-763RhcOPiCVdFWZhk4OVCtPXWtoKDIxCF5azo2uXRMLfpf-4OXq2cXi2eFBahnM64Wt2_MMdzJfm6KII6458yl_M1mtIXCsN_z6J9n_tnJM/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(4).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL2s1AAViyShae7vSzOWWBTKp1k6M7CpzLd-SWsgtHNOT9AJeFc-UqN70bj8u-laWcU9ukn_ZRJ6qUmapX-763RhcOPiCVdFWZhk4OVCtPXWtoKDIxCF5azo2uXRMLfpf-4OXq2cXi2eFBahnM64Wt2_MMdzJfm6KII6458yl_M1mtIXCsN_z6J9n_tnJM/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(4).png" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f950654d-5642-4ed7-b67a-ebe5338d7605"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f950654d-5642-4ed7-b67a-ebe5338d7605">One of the coolest things we did was sign the start-finish line, leaving our mark among the many racing fans. Then, we found our seats in the stands just in time for the roar of engines signaling the start of the race. After watching several laps, we couldn't resist visiting the nearest gift shop to grab some race swag. We also explored the museum and had a delicious dinner at PF Changs across from the track in Daytona One. To top it off, we enjoyed a refreshing cold brew from Foxtail Coffee Co.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-f950654d-5642-4ed7-b67a-ebe5338d7605"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d6d2679a-a54f-47ab-a654-2821ae096e0c"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c4bffb32-fb8f-4f13-a97e-fbd5c09f561c"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPxK5R262pRCPrg37vH7lk2Rp82AtttxfqFA_k9LRmMV_SLf5iCMSPD2yDnrrADEIQPNlq96b3QRnX3VeaUBMQ6A86m_-xD9P7mLmrGuq3nUy4BCtekGwjEOf1ATN-u4Z7rklCAE1NBFM6ZLKbUOA0VcDZQzdNL-zFj8CbL7jNZhhJ93bfVaoigRRa4cV0/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(6).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPxK5R262pRCPrg37vH7lk2Rp82AtttxfqFA_k9LRmMV_SLf5iCMSPD2yDnrrADEIQPNlq96b3QRnX3VeaUBMQ6A86m_-xD9P7mLmrGuq3nUy4BCtekGwjEOf1ATN-u4Z7rklCAE1NBFM6ZLKbUOA0VcDZQzdNL-zFj8CbL7jNZhhJ93bfVaoigRRa4cV0/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(6).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c4bffb32-fb8f-4f13-a97e-fbd5c09f561c"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-c4bffb32-fb8f-4f13-a97e-fbd5c09f561c">The infield festivities were calling our names, so we took a spin on the Ferris wheel and strolled through the garages. As dusk fell, we returned to the stands, the perfect spot to watch the mesmerizing fireworks light up the night sky. Exhausted but happy, we retreated to our hotel to rest up for another day.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-446e0921-a500-4fc1-9a10-3081b533d7e1"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3901aae7-4620-4cb3-a259-f060ec6997c4"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWWukX3gB2g4iYwi2OXrQJUKZsgjyhpucp6jgBSBWuLAZcjAZ0yuB_hhVMx4S7nRpj3ownfqKb4Egu8Z335XKEevsv4XvFJHCpWzLbJRdhlVM5H5x3zYqEDWvm-LlXieywlYig17CLJ3hYsdw67u0TRz10ijR0qGvaDpNCfKvlCFnryToKJaCuyLktD6Sh/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(5).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWWukX3gB2g4iYwi2OXrQJUKZsgjyhpucp6jgBSBWuLAZcjAZ0yuB_hhVMx4S7nRpj3ownfqKb4Egu8Z335XKEevsv4XvFJHCpWzLbJRdhlVM5H5x3zYqEDWvm-LlXieywlYig17CLJ3hYsdw67u0TRz10ijR0qGvaDpNCfKvlCFnryToKJaCuyLktD6Sh/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(5).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3901aae7-4620-4cb3-a259-f060ec6997c4"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3901aae7-4620-4cb3-a259-f060ec6997c4">Sunday greeted us with another beautiful sunrise. After sharing breakfast at IHOP with our daughter and her boyfriend, they had to say goodbye. But for my husband and me, the race wasn't over. We zipped back to the track on the trams, eager to check out the car tents and pick up even more memorabilia. The highlight was watching the winners triumphantly roll into the winner's circle after the checkered flag waved.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-8b61b432-9116-4915-85ad-1b0753c8382e"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-88a60eac-a10c-4dee-ab30-dd89d382903b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-88a60eac-a10c-4dee-ab30-dd89d382903b"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6IHw1n4C4BpOjlu4sZ1gyExm29xsevDFRve0Z_DcDV7zXDABo1VimcL7hQrLnVYYKVw6Ji1KLHHqhtoMJJsJHTuum8ArdvjnRrRZxRtMLISbBAcIK4is_KnyAm9oVt-JTHn9oOQ-D5nGK8iKq95dQ_XIrkZSruM76kseSyO6vAP1b_WLdlCSIwO7qvijd/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(7).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6IHw1n4C4BpOjlu4sZ1gyExm29xsevDFRve0Z_DcDV7zXDABo1VimcL7hQrLnVYYKVw6Ji1KLHHqhtoMJJsJHTuum8ArdvjnRrRZxRtMLISbBAcIK4is_KnyAm9oVt-JTHn9oOQ-D5nGK8iKq95dQ_XIrkZSruM76kseSyO6vAP1b_WLdlCSIwO7qvijd/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(7).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-88a60eac-a10c-4dee-ab30-dd89d382903b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-88a60eac-a10c-4dee-ab30-dd89d382903b">Our journey didn't end there. We drove to Orlando and stayed at the Adventura, taking a bus to City Walk. Dinner at Mythos Restaurant in Islands of Adventure was fantastic, and a leisurely ferry ride brought us back to our resort. By then, we were ready to collapse into bed, utterly spent from the weekend's excitement.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-88a60eac-a10c-4dee-ab30-dd89d382903b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-7dad1aac-0c87-422a-b941-c7a4e73b6acb"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d6a10b70-71c1-4fcc-a193-28e70ea9f60d"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnJDRr1owUwBjUC2cRN14SniwzP38_J_ExklPbGr9Hem-WVSJdL6xfZE5JcyOqTzShjQJVQ8mpiqNUWYAxmeImuIXh2LV2MpxbnBwzIM1o0ngWRmb7h8-0IvlNFUC-h0UTXUYPIBC65Brn8-6Q2_71IXqz_wiOzQE3UKJx7hH6YZ_5S_kU-7fZYnOPc8d-/s2480/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(8).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="2480" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnJDRr1owUwBjUC2cRN14SniwzP38_J_ExklPbGr9Hem-WVSJdL6xfZE5JcyOqTzShjQJVQ8mpiqNUWYAxmeImuIXh2LV2MpxbnBwzIM1o0ngWRmb7h8-0IvlNFUC-h0UTXUYPIBC65Brn8-6Q2_71IXqz_wiOzQE3UKJx7hH6YZ_5S_kU-7fZYnOPc8d-/w640-h134/Blue%20And%20Yellow%20Minimalist%20Fashion%20Sale%20Facebook%20Fundraiser%20Cover%20Photo%20(Soundcloud%20Banner)%20(8).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d6a10b70-71c1-4fcc-a193-28e70ea9f60d"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-d6a10b70-71c1-4fcc-a193-28e70ea9f60d">Monday came too soon, and after grabbing Starbucks and breakfast in the lobby, we checked out, our hearts full of memories from an incredible race weekend. But the adventure wasn't over just yet! We had one more stop on our itinerary for our extended weekend adventure.</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b41397df-2c84-4bb1-9636-0d5c90cb8665"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3aa25309-e34c-48a5-a384-9a9f0fe4794b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3aa25309-e34c-48a5-a384-9a9f0fe4794b">We set off to explore the Titanic Experience on International Drive. This had been on our must-do bucket list for ages, and we finally managed to fit it into our Orlando adventure. We were so excited to check out the exhibits, artifacts, and all the historical treasures. The Titanic Experience definitely did not disappoint and I recommend adding it to your itinerary the next time you're visiting Orlando. Afterwards, we couldn't resist picking up some swag from their gift shop, rounding off our trip with a little piece of history to take home. </div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3aa25309-e34c-48a5-a384-9a9f0fe4794b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-3aa25309-e34c-48a5-a384-9a9f0fe4794b"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-37fa849c-2b6b-46d0-8806-f24aa3532d19"></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HuXi2aY1I3JxZK3GoiX3G3GDt05duKUIqzndGkOY0JO3-eJKZYAta_JECdAifMMBLDlh4q7EiCGo2JvkTbuqhl0iaEeCJY0Ll0ytHcwmR-1xnacwdjiOGfaz-ZxSmcxyDDdT6iLOkCfNP8KBpxPYQQwZOPcoR9_vWZZK_zAfhS4-wgzSJcMpIBAg4q04/s9536/IMG_20240127_141009847.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="9536" height="112" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HuXi2aY1I3JxZK3GoiX3G3GDt05duKUIqzndGkOY0JO3-eJKZYAta_JECdAifMMBLDlh4q7EiCGo2JvkTbuqhl0iaEeCJY0Ll0ytHcwmR-1xnacwdjiOGfaz-ZxSmcxyDDdT6iLOkCfNP8KBpxPYQQwZOPcoR9_vWZZK_zAfhS4-wgzSJcMpIBAg4q04/w670-h112/IMG_20240127_141009847.jpg" width="670" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>As we drove back home, reflecting on the whirlwind of experiences, I couldn't help but feel grateful for the time spent with family and the new memories etched into our hearts. From the adrenaline-pumping Rolex 24 race to the serene sunrise views and the historical journey aboard the Titanic Experience, this weekend was more than just a getaway; it was a treasure trove of moments that will last a lifetime. If you ever get the chance to attend the Rolex 24 or visit Daytona Beach, take it! It's an adventure that's sure to leave you with unforgettable stories to tell. Maybe we'll see you there next year!</div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><br /></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><strong><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer:</span></i></strong></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">The experiences and opinions shared are personal to the author. This blog is for entertainment only and not related to any official entity or event. We're not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for what you do with the information. All trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade dress, product names, and logos appearing in the blog are the property of their respective owners.</span></i></div><div class="ql-block" data-block-id="block-b877f58e-77b9-40aa-9eff-44ef04168201"><br /></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-22883477004151004492024-01-16T16:02:00.012-05:002024-01-16T16:23:12.634-05:00Inside My January Glam Bag<p style="text-align: left;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK4v1DDDjt_XqQrJGUncIwq94d0U5Qcskhcx4BHAZT0XvTq9iAWdfklt-YstTOwd1UM3a-RK1TUqNj8SR5i-5uZgomGt8Dsae0BX6BuNzN4wDl6UC9L3npsyqNheRKEVSnRUH5hCOrkoiIJO5eHuI42pmRGxNf3LQfQLMrxncpJ2dqk0KNZc-D-F4-0ZAv/s712/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="712" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK4v1DDDjt_XqQrJGUncIwq94d0U5Qcskhcx4BHAZT0XvTq9iAWdfklt-YstTOwd1UM3a-RK1TUqNj8SR5i-5uZgomGt8Dsae0BX6BuNzN4wDl6UC9L3npsyqNheRKEVSnRUH5hCOrkoiIJO5eHuI42pmRGxNf3LQfQLMrxncpJ2dqk0KNZc-D-F4-0ZAv/w640-h360/Copy%20of%20Blog%20Post.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a>.</div><p style="text-align: left;"></p><br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Discovering the Ipsy January Glam Bag Magic: A Dazzling Start to the Year!</h2><p style="text-align: left;">Hello, beauty enthusiasts! January 2024 has brought a fresh start and with it, a brand new Ipsy Glam Bag that was nothing short of spectacular. If you've been on the fence about diving into the world of Ipsy, this review is your sign to make the leap.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn-cf.ipsy.com%2FcontentAsset%2Fimage%2F59c71e80-c116-4bc3-bc52-823d12d8edfd%2FfileAsset%3FbyInode%3D1&w=640&q=75" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="January 2024 Ipsy Glam Bag, a purple velvet fabric makeup bag embroidered with iridescent sequins designed by Joanne Wong" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn-cf.ipsy.com%2FcontentAsset%2Fimage%2F59c71e80-c116-4bc3-bc52-823d12d8edfd%2FfileAsset%3FbyInode%3D1&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">January 2024 Ipsy Glam Bag designed by Joanne Wong</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>The Star of the Show:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This month's Glam Bag was a real head-turner, designed by the talented Joanne Wong. We're talking about a sumptuous velvet fabric bag, twinkling with iridescent sequins that catch the light - and everyone's eyes - with every turn.</div><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h3 style="text-align: left;">Now, let's dig into the goodies that came nestled inside this little beauty gem:</h3><b><br /></b></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FGB_DWTN_PARIS_Eyeshadow.jpeg&w=640&q=75" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FGB_DWTN_PARIS_Eyeshadow.jpeg&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">DWTNPARIS Eyeshadow in Rose Gold</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: right;"><b>DWTNPARIS Eyeshadow in Rose Gold</b></h4><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;">A swipe of this luxurious <a href="https://www.dwtn.paris/products/fard-pour-les-yeux">Rose Gold eyeshadow</a> by DWTNPARIS could elevate any look from simple to absolutely glam. It's buttery texture and high pigment make for an effortless application, instantly warming up your winter gaze.</div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FFirstAidBeautyDeepCleanserwithRedClay.jpeg&w=640&q=75" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: right;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FFirstAidBeautyDeepCleanserwithRedClay.jpeg&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">FIRST AID BEAUTY Deep Cleanser with Red Clay</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>FIRST AID BEAUTY Deep Cleanser with Red Clay</b></h4><div style="text-align: left;">Battling winter skin blues? The <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/3206566/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FFirst-Aid-Beauty-Pure-Skin-Deep-Cleanser-with-Red-Clay-Face-W%2F855424723%3Fwmlspartner%3Dwlpa%26selectedSellerId%3D101374881%26adid%3D22222222227855424723_101374881_14069003552_202077872%26wl0%3D%26wl1%3Dg%26wl2%3Dc%26wl3%3D42423897272%26wl4%3Daud-430887228898%3Apla-295289030566%26wl5%3D9012321%26wl6%3D%26wl7%3D%26wl8%3D%26wl9%3Dpla%26wl10%3D736907052%26wl11%3Donline%26wl12%3D855424723_101374881%26veh%3Dsem%26gad_source%3D4%26gclid%3DCjwKCAiA75itBhA6EiwAkho9e3lZgCqMJ_ZY7UqdChter9XUhkDNme5II2t1oIv94JBd-wzmxlZnmBoC18IQAvD_BwE">First Aid Beauty Deep Cleanser with Red Clay</a> is here to the rescue. This cleanser is the hero that will rejuvenate and detoxify your skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and clear without stripping away moisture.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FGB_RENCLEANSKINCAREGlowandProtectSerum.jpeg&w=640&q=75" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FGB_RENCLEANSKINCAREGlowandProtectSerum.jpeg&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">REN CLEAN SKINCARE Radiance Glow and Protect Serum</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><h4 style="text-align: right;"><b>REN CLEAN SKINCARE Radiance Glow and Protect Serum</b></h4></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;">Say hello to radiant skin, thanks to the <a href="https://amzn.to/3Hjtcxd">Ren Clean Skincare's Radiance Glow and Protect Serum</a>. Packed with Vitamin C and bioactives, it not only brightens the complexion but also shields it against daily environmental stressors.</div></blockquote></blockquote><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FYCCollectionIslandEyelinerinSanJuanwithswatch.jpeg&w=640&q=75" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: right;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FYCCollectionIslandEyelinerinSanJuanwithswatch.jpeg&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">YC COLLECTION Island Eyeliner in San Juan</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>YC COLLECTION Island Eyeliner in San Juan</b></h4><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Defining your eyes has never been more tropical! The <a href="https://yccollection.net/product/island-eyeliner/">Island Eyeliner in San Juan</a> by YC COLLECTION glides on smoothly for a long-lasting, smudge-proof line. It's the perfect pop of color to remind you of sandy beaches and clear blue skies.<br /><br /><br /><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FYensaBeautyPinkLotusPeptideRenewalFaceCream.jpeg&w=640&q=75" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://cdn-cf.ipsy.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcatalog-1p-assets.prod.bfa.bfainfra.com%2Fasset_families%2Fproduct_images%2FYensaBeautyPinkLotusPeptideRenewalFaceCream.jpeg&w=640&q=75" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">YENSA BEAUTY Pink Lotus Peptide Renewal Face Cream</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><h4 style="text-align: right;"><b>YENSA BEAUTY Pink Lotus Peptide Renewal Face Cream</b></h4><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;">Lastly, pamper your skin with the luscious <a href="https://yensa.com/products/pink-lotus-peptide-renewal-face-cream">Pink Lotus Peptide Renewal Face Cream</a> by YENSA BEAUTY. This cream infuses your skin with peptides and pink lotus to reduce signs of aging and leave a silky-smooth finish.</div><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h4 style="text-align: center;">Ready to Jump Into the World of Ipsy?</h4><br />If you love discovering new beauty products and treasure a good surprise each month, then Ipsy's Glam Bag subscription is perfect for you. Signing up is easy - just visit <a href="https://www.ipsy.com/28i6b4bq">Ipsy</a>, fill out your beauty profile, and voilà, you're all set to receive a curated collection of products tailored to your tastes.<br /><br />One more thing before you go! Being an Ipsy member comes with its perks! Enjoy member-exclusive savings and get your hands on even more beauty products directly from brands you adore. Plus, exclusive promo codes just for IPSY members mean you can score that extra bit of beauty without breaking the bank. So, why wait? Begin your very own personalized journey of beauty discovery and delight with Ipsy today!<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Remember, beauty is an adventure, and with Ipsy, you'll never have to explore it alone. Happy glamming!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-63084348667914006492023-12-29T10:30:00.001-05:002024-02-27T17:14:24.936-05:00Random thoughts 12-29-2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNci6Y9_haj8el0yTZ2TxJjXO78WQNBBJ7i9O8TBixLmQTFHVVERKRdBE98Jho14ZrAi_KqtZGRcD94B_VvX8RrLq1f0Ht9sJff4158aU-H-3VMJmu-UwK5Yx9R1mUBw7lwUSvNXXU4xJWidmEbJPdJkztL7wzSlu5M1mCdPvaKGJuCs1pjPK8-zu-hsp/s1280/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNci6Y9_haj8el0yTZ2TxJjXO78WQNBBJ7i9O8TBixLmQTFHVVERKRdBE98Jho14ZrAi_KqtZGRcD94B_VvX8RrLq1f0Ht9sJff4158aU-H-3VMJmu-UwK5Yx9R1mUBw7lwUSvNXXU4xJWidmEbJPdJkztL7wzSlu5M1mCdPvaKGJuCs1pjPK8-zu-hsp/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">My current thoughts on Social Media's Toxicity</div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a>.</div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">My current thoughts on Social Media's Toxicity</h2><p>Social media comment sections have become such a cesspool of judgemental hatred and unsolicited opinions. Nobody can post anything anymore without someone coming to the comment sections to interject their two cents even when a question wasn't even asked. </p><p><br /></p><p>And don't even think about posting your own opinion on your own personal profile about something you like or are happy about that people may not agree with because you will most definitely get people commenting their, again; unsolicited and unwanted opposing opinions and ruining your personal, joyful post. Because these people don't know how to just agree to disagree and scroll on... Which In case you were unaware is incredibly annoying and disrespectful. </p><p><br /></p><p>For the most part, unless asked I really try to keep my opinions to myself these days and sometimes even when asked, because I despise arguing and debating with people, I find it to be a complete waste of my time and energy! And I don't have the energy or time to waste. Nothing they say ever changes my mind and nothing I say ever changes their mind, so it just goes in circles and is completely pointless.</p><p><br /></p><p>Nobody seems to have manners, respect, or even the tiniest notion of netiquette anymore. And it's destroyed the whole purpose of social media. </p><p><br /></p><p>Here, I'll give you a quick little lesson. If you see something on your timeline you don't like, first of all remember, that person trusts you to be a part of their world and has basically invited you into their "home" which is why they added you as a friend and you are seeing their post on your timeline. With that said you have a couple of options here:</p><p><br /></p><p>1. Ignore it and keep scrolling</p><p><br /></p><p>2. Mute/unfollow the person's posts. You'll still be "friends" but their posts and/or stories will no longer show up on your timeline. You then have the option to mentally prepare yourself before going to their profile to check in on them, knowing you are probably going to see something you don't like, but at least you go into it knowing that, instead of it just randomly popping up on your timeline and you weren't expecting it. Again if you do see something you don't like refer to #1 or you can move on to #3.</p><p><br /></p><p>3. Delete/block person. Just simply remove the person from your life.</p><p><br /></p><p>I also block pages that people frequently share from if it's topics I'm not interested in seeing, like religion, politics...etc. So everything else they post I can still see, I just won't see anything from those pages they like to share from that are of no interest to me.</p><p><br /></p><p>See, lots of options, I use all three regularly because I do not come here to argue, debate, or get angry over the stupid things people post. I come on in my spare/downtime while trying to relax for a moment. I'm here to keep up with friends and family since this is how it's done these days. I'm here to see what amazing things you have going on in your life, watch your children grow, and celebrate your accomplishments and milestones with you.</p><p><br /></p><p>I am most definitely not there to fight, argue or debate with anyone!</p><p><br /></p><p>I know I'm probably talking to a brick wall but I needed to get that off my chest, social media is such a toxic environment anymore, I remember what it was like when it first started and I kinda miss those days...</p>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-2985114174270854772023-12-18T13:52:00.000-05:002023-12-18T13:52:04.505-05:00Struggles and Triumphs: A Year of Challenges and Learning 2023 A Year in Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnF80LuINtAFuH0xyrplDvHE9tfoZusb1EgEvZY3biofxS_hDbH-uHfLPNLTDPsUhFbyUe_v1pIVcEEUYSaZ6iYH0VTFYPJXhJ3i_PW-wtI7Ci7s3x6CQxYl63MZBSV9RBpX90yNor1hzcGkoDOk57g7wFb58SpH0B2eLDVCm1e3ajHNGfU4ALmf3rK1-Z/s2240/Struggles%20and%20Triumphs%20A%20Year%20of%20Challenges%20and%20Learning%202023%20A%20Year%20in%20Review.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1260" data-original-width="2240" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnF80LuINtAFuH0xyrplDvHE9tfoZusb1EgEvZY3biofxS_hDbH-uHfLPNLTDPsUhFbyUe_v1pIVcEEUYSaZ6iYH0VTFYPJXhJ3i_PW-wtI7Ci7s3x6CQxYl63MZBSV9RBpX90yNor1hzcGkoDOk57g7wFb58SpH0B2eLDVCm1e3ajHNGfU4ALmf3rK1-Z/w640-h360/Struggles%20and%20Triumphs%20A%20Year%20of%20Challenges%20and%20Learning%202023%20A%20Year%20in%20Review.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><h1 style="text-align: left;">Struggles and Triumphs: A Year of Challenges and Learning</h1><p class="MsoSubtitle"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading1Char"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2023
A Year in Review</span></span><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent: 0in;">
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It's been quite a while since I last posted here. I can't believe 2023 is
almost over already. And what a year it has been! The year 2023 has brought
with it numerous challenges that have demanded a lot of my time and attention. <br />
<br />
I'd like to share some personal insights with you about the struggles and
challenges that I've personally faced this past year, and how they've impacted
my life.<br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Weathering the Storm</span></strong><br />
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The year started off with an enormous challenge – recovering from the damages
caused by <a href="https://www.nesdis.noaa.gov/news/hurricane-ians-path-of-destruction">Hurricane
Ian</a> in September 2022. The processes of dealing with insurance companies,
public adjusters, contractors, and inspectors were exhausting enough, and then
getting the funds released by the mortgage companies' insurance claims
department to advance with the remaining repairs has been another beast
altogether. Hopefully, 2024 will see our repairs completed!<br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Juggling Business and Homefront</span></strong><br />
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Imagine being responsible for managing all operations of not one or two, but <a href="https://d.docs.live.net/aefdcfed96c6d495/Documents/bit.ly/micheledennis78">five business entities</a>. That's right, I have
also been single-handedly managing five business entities while also
maintaining and managing our home and all that entails. Talk about wearing many
hats at once! It’s been a balancing act of Herculean proportions for sure!!<br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Losses and Life Changes</span></strong> <br />
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2023 was marked with grief as well - we lost two cherished members of our
family. My father-in-law passed away in March, then in August, we had another
loss when my daughter's beloved furbaby and my grandpup Bella passed away in
August. It has been painful and full of grief as we all cope with this new
chapter and learn to live without them, and all the changes in our daily lives
as a result of their absence.<br />
<br />
My adult children were also going through significant life changes; all of
which sent ripples through our family dynamic. One such wave was one of them
tying the knot in September 2023. Although these changes began before 2023,
their repercussions most definitely extended into the year.<br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Battling Health Issues</span></strong><br />
<br />
Throughout all these upheavals, I’ve been dealing with my own inner demons and
physical health issues. My mental health has been severely impacted, and my <a href="https://www.lupus.org/resources/what-is-lupus">SLE Lupus</a> and <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/fibromyalgia/symptoms-causes/syc-20354780">Fibromyalgia</a>
flared up incessantly. The continuous flares have led to constant severe pain
and inflammation throughout my entire body. This, in turn, has greatly affected
my weight, triggering a dip in my self-esteem and self-worth.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent: 0in;"> <br />
However, as always I'm refusing to yield. I'm actively working on strategies
and exploring alternative methods to cope with and hopefully regain control
over my health – physically, mentally, and emotionally. I'm eager to share more
about these methods with you in future posts!<br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Looking Forward and Being Optimistic</span></strong><br />
<br />
Despite the tumultuous year, I remain hopeful and optimistic for what's to come
in 2024. This new year, one of my goals is to be more present here on the blog
and to make more time for hobbies that bring me joy, and generally, to make
life more fun. <br />
<br />
Through my journey of recovery, growth, and transformation, I see plenty of
potential and opportunities up ahead. I believe the experiences this past year
have strengthened me and equipped me better for future challenges.<br />
<br />
Here's to a new year filled with promising possibilities and lessons to learn
from our past experiences!<br />
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Keep smiling and stay healthy, everyone. Till next time, Love and Light!<o:p></o:p></p>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-13990403639832059332023-01-10T14:58:00.001-05:002023-03-13T17:16:47.686-04:00Random Thoughts 1-10-2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCBzO7qkdeWaF8ByXlxUQHi48QiKECpHX9uUSPq2GAT1Gc0Y1NNd19x79FR0nAtS48yWho7GmWQfsYNbgWawc9YmkjpqoEGtS7w1-OrWRuc1QlV4IgxbKpxNO4lBxG1oa00GB8rkvzw0maUkrLmp_NO4-BwymCGaUoeTe4PL9YnAAeouhmk580vmi0w/s1280/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCBzO7qkdeWaF8ByXlxUQHi48QiKECpHX9uUSPq2GAT1Gc0Y1NNd19x79FR0nAtS48yWho7GmWQfsYNbgWawc9YmkjpqoEGtS7w1-OrWRuc1QlV4IgxbKpxNO4lBxG1oa00GB8rkvzw0maUkrLmp_NO4-BwymCGaUoeTe4PL9YnAAeouhmk580vmi0w/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br style="text-align: start;" /><span style="text-align: start;">I have been working on and planning out my 2023 intentions and I have put a lot of time into figuring out my word for 2023. Since before the new year started the word TRANSFORMATION kept showing itself to me. As persistent as this word has continued to be along with the numbers 1111 & 111 I'm starting to think that the Universe already decided what my word and number was going to be for this chapter of my life, I just needed to catch up...lol. As soon as I acknowledged and accepted this I actually felt a shift, I guess that means the transformation has begun. I'm ready! </span><img src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/te9/1/16/1f496.png" style="text-align: start;" /><img src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tea/1/16/1f970.png" style="text-align: start;" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9NWBs0VAro_dJcCvK4DkzNKMrDF2ASUq0zjarS4zpGF4QjTfGK8iyO2s-RcAJQZwOKXeRxdlENMc6oX6QqOVveiDOGLzOXbQMTtrmCiYHve9LEQRu5zu-cbFvpFVmA-jsshbxbpccNIKDx6GpQUnr6mLGliZ9VecVe8lzmJ6wQCSBeHO-nsID3bkkpg/s920/mypic.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="550" data-original-width="920" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9NWBs0VAro_dJcCvK4DkzNKMrDF2ASUq0zjarS4zpGF4QjTfGK8iyO2s-RcAJQZwOKXeRxdlENMc6oX6QqOVveiDOGLzOXbQMTtrmCiYHve9LEQRu5zu-cbFvpFVmA-jsshbxbpccNIKDx6GpQUnr6mLGliZ9VecVe8lzmJ6wQCSBeHO-nsID3bkkpg/w400-h239/mypic.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-52735140071778826822022-12-30T17:18:00.020-05:002023-03-13T17:37:04.725-04:00Goodbye Christmas 2022<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKYZlfC9QG0n70mFGwvtrPn2cumapCajpcCx1Op_8DUID4iDTO3jlP_6ShJMlbe7BEIdFMprONjCztHhI1cDQQB3IWamyBeRbMB-k6mcf7OeD9pDkePMrIjCjG-d-U9PWoWFJVmOZRaeVfi95n9oDSU_QM_WYYVw9tlz12ijqJ3x7m4_GXIeqyFr1dw/s1299/2023-03-13-17-31-12-530.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="866" data-original-width="1299" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKYZlfC9QG0n70mFGwvtrPn2cumapCajpcCx1Op_8DUID4iDTO3jlP_6ShJMlbe7BEIdFMprONjCztHhI1cDQQB3IWamyBeRbMB-k6mcf7OeD9pDkePMrIjCjG-d-U9PWoWFJVmOZRaeVfi95n9oDSU_QM_WYYVw9tlz12ijqJ3x7m4_GXIeqyFr1dw/w640-h426/2023-03-13-17-31-12-530.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1">Advertising Disclosure Statement</a></div> <p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Saying goodbye to Christmas 🎄 I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday season. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Time to get ready to ring in the New Year on a clean slate! 💖</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="ProximaNova, Arial, Tahoma, PingFangSC, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #161823; font-size: 16px; text-align: start;"><br /></span></div>
<blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@micheledennis78/video/7182803019258613038" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="7182803019258613038" style="max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;"> <section> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@micheledennis78?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="@micheledennis78">@micheledennis78</a> Saying goodbye to Christmas 🎄 I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday season. Time to get ready to ring in the New Year on a clean slate! 💖 <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/christmas?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="christmas">#Christmas</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/merrychristmas?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="merrychristmas">#MerryChristmas</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/christmas2022?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="christmas2022">#Christmas2022</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/holiday?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="holiday">#Holiday</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/holidayseason?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="holidayseason">#HolidaySeason</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/tistheseason?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="tistheseason">#TisTheSeason</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/seasonofgiving?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="seasonofgiving">#SeasonOfGiving</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/christmasbuffet?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="christmasbuffet">#ChristmasBuffet</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/decortour?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="decortour">#DecorTour</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/christmasdecor?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="christmasdecor">#ChristmasDecor</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/holidaydecor?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="holidaydecor">#HolidayDecor</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/ochristmastree?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="ochristmastree">#OChristmasTree</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/christmastree?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="christmastree">#ChristmasTree</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Jing-Jing-Jing-2022-Mix-7166733260418975745?refer=embed" target="_blank" title="♬ Jing Jing Jing 2022 Mix - Daniel Johnson">♬ Jing Jing Jing 2022 Mix - Daniel Johnson</a> </section> </blockquote> <script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-47478347064426350072022-09-26T22:05:00.001-04:002023-01-23T16:23:30.936-05:00Inspired Thoughts 9-26-22<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja7O4b9jXkX5guwC4xJl-u_Hf43TIDytmTTjIt7OMj282f-rG1Uq0QHTI3y76TA3TbMhRiIBMU98t2qOLu3aqtleK-pQhpH-i_p9Sk4NMuQU93y01tiN2qwb7ReiILHnVFZceW5YqSPFs4mrQAtQNxIH-oXiGiRV01Rv4CrNzB88F2sTjXeIjzFH6MAg/s1200/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja7O4b9jXkX5guwC4xJl-u_Hf43TIDytmTTjIt7OMj282f-rG1Uq0QHTI3y76TA3TbMhRiIBMU98t2qOLu3aqtleK-pQhpH-i_p9Sk4NMuQU93y01tiN2qwb7ReiILHnVFZceW5YqSPFs4mrQAtQNxIH-oXiGiRV01Rv4CrNzB88F2sTjXeIjzFH6MAg/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></p><p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Learning to love myself, healing mentally and emotionally, overcoming childhood trauma, and even self induced trauma from past choices. Taking that long hard look in the "mirror" and realizing that in some cases along your life's journey, you were the toxic one... Evolving and growing into my ideal version of myself. Becoming the person who I always felt I was deep inside, but too insecure and concerned of others judgement to be unapologetically myself, is by far one of the hardest journeys I have ever embarked on. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I have started this journey many times and made great strides and progress only to sabotage myself and allow myself to get distracted, sidetracked and derailed from my progress and ultimately regress, too many times. I don't want to fall into old patterns and old paradigms that don't serve me anymore. I want to live my life happy and healthy and full of abundance, without fear of disappointing others and/or the fear of not being enough. I want to be surrounded by unconditional love and people who love, accept and support me not just for who I am today, but who I will be tomorrow, a year from now, and in all my levels of growth and evolution.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I am not the child you remember, I am also not who I was in my teens, my 20's nor my 30's. I am not who I was when I entered my 40's, nor am I who I was a year ago, a month ago, a week ago or even yesterday. Because even though I have fallen off track many times some growth and progress still remained. Like climbing stairs, even though I've stumbled and fell back a few, I always catch myself before I hit the ground. I dust myself off, evaluate where I am, where I want to go, then start climbing again!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I am on a journey to not only be the best version of me that I can be, I'm also on a journey to love myself unconditionally.<br /><br /><br /><br />These thoughts were inspired by:<p></p>
<blockquote class="tiktok-embed" cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@thesecretlifeguru/video/7113852103272975621" data-video-id="7113852103272975621" style="max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;" > <section> <a target="_blank" title="@thesecretlifeguru" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thesecretlifeguru?refer=embed">@thesecretlifeguru</a> Have an AWSOME week everyone <a title="thesecretlifeguru" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/thesecretlifeguru?refer=embed">#thesecretlifeguru</a> <a title="life" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/life?refer=embed">#life</a> <a title="selfimprovement" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/selfimprovement?refer=embed">#selfimprovement</a> <a target="_blank" title="♬ Self Love - Kelly Kay" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Self-Love-7109267176544045870?refer=embed">♬ Self Love - Kelly Kay</a> </section> </blockquote> <script async src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-58923762974794108312022-09-23T13:26:00.008-04:002023-01-23T17:13:01.612-05:00Inspired Thoughts 9-23-2022<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy_7wlsby1b8juO9gdcKr8_3OPke-Y4jahZ_rAow2Z8VrWMFuwbrhQ4yj2-vhi9HZ6Q90dbYQG4L9s5jT0tK0Rqh_WjFm48pJ8qJSddKASx6wTyNB-7Wyro6HzINWO84rZXH-GX3muh0b3SsSxKjP6Wvj13tcJ1nFpmJDQTgT-u6nvr_4yH7Dd42Azng/s1200/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy_7wlsby1b8juO9gdcKr8_3OPke-Y4jahZ_rAow2Z8VrWMFuwbrhQ4yj2-vhi9HZ6Q90dbYQG4L9s5jT0tK0Rqh_WjFm48pJ8qJSddKASx6wTyNB-7Wyro6HzINWO84rZXH-GX3muh0b3SsSxKjP6Wvj13tcJ1nFpmJDQTgT-u6nvr_4yH7Dd42Azng/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></div><div><br /><p></p><div class="fb-post" data-href="https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0tRsrRBS4huCyw3q7HDJ9nAkDHdtJ9TMP5C9AiCxaQkt7n9mCwr7VArj31mwcpnq8l&id=100069301313834&eav=AfaXPCQmaeXImOA4zxG4xsKKRiYI8KhFj5h1McX-ryvZTR0fb1LpnTdfbn0etY8nb9c&m_entstream_source=timeline&paipv=0" data-show-text="true" data-width="500"><blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=393713592948681&id=100069301313834" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><p>#advice #reels</p>This Post Inspired by a Ophelia Nichols <a href="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=393713592948681&id=100069301313834" target="_blank">Video from Friday, September 23, 2022</a> </blockquote><p><br /></p><p>I just love her so much. She's also very right, and her words of wisdom should be heard. Too many of us look on the other sides of the fence instead of nurturing and building our own.</p><p><br /></p><p>I know I personally spent many years comparing my life to others and feeling like I was a disappointment, that I wasn't doing enough or being enough or just not enough in general in others' eyes, which is a childhood trauma that I'm still working on healing from as many of us are. </p><p><br /></p><p>I stopped comparing my life and worrying about whether I was living up to others ideas of perfection a long time ago! However, those feelings of being a disappointment and not being enough still lingered because I wasn't being mindful enough of who I allowed to have access to my energy. If there is anyone in your life that makes you feel like you are a disappointment and/or not enough, family, friend, acquaintance...etc, please distance yourself from them. Because your mental health is more important than their feelings and if you allow it, they will slow your healing and progress to being your best self! </p><p><br /></p><p>My life is far from perfect, I've made my fair share of mistakes over the years and it most definitely has its ups and downs just like everyone else's, but it's mine and I'm going to make it the best life I possibly can and I hope that I can encourage others to do the same. Also, I AM enough just the way I am! </p></div></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-21268545417329518982022-09-13T22:21:00.000-04:002022-09-26T22:31:47.384-04:00Random Thoughts 9-13-2022<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrnBI2L7V9WzW64t2s39m4pv_clMsXPs1_PImZVObmW4feHNs8SVKj_TMrnQywVGpAGG6IcS5gWvaTyY9k9OSi1WwXvKDHwpNcQAmm9GtK0_2rBG6ooTE4IWzQrFO9usOyMeGmX7IKegFOyyj2H33YJH9RMF7iH5-o1jW3cuA00kdSU3BG-mxYC9Lw8w/s1280/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrnBI2L7V9WzW64t2s39m4pv_clMsXPs1_PImZVObmW4feHNs8SVKj_TMrnQywVGpAGG6IcS5gWvaTyY9k9OSi1WwXvKDHwpNcQAmm9GtK0_2rBG6ooTE4IWzQrFO9usOyMeGmX7IKegFOyyj2H33YJH9RMF7iH5-o1jW3cuA00kdSU3BG-mxYC9Lw8w/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2218130_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>When listening to '101 Essays that will Change the way You Think' ~ Brianna Wiest, that I got for free on Audible by using one of my free credits, and it's exactly what you needed to hear.</p><p>It's like every chapter thus far was like she was referring to you personally and describing exactly where you are on your life's journey and growth! I really needed to hear and be reminded of all of it, very therapeutic for sure. The Universe putting exactly what I needed to hear, learn and be reminded of directly in my path to find!</p><p>Every time I get back on track and on the path I'm meant to be on things like this and so much more happens all the time. The amazing things and experiences that I manifest and attract to me are amazing and life changing. It makes one wonder why on Earth would I not only veer off this path but actively choose to stay off the path and sink into the darkest corners of my mind and emotional abyss?</p><p>That is of course a rhetorical question, I am already aware of the answer and am actively working on it. I'm just thinking out "loud"...lol</p><p>If you haven't read and/or listened to this before, I highly recommend it!</p>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-86382418273184616452022-09-04T00:52:00.023-04:002022-12-15T12:56:23.170-05:00Inspired Thoughts 9-4-2022 <p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgya7aAhiu1r9YXH-pf1m-4jK4UfLXGxOhiMElBLmc0kkYkK31GombC90XVLVF0gQf1ASlKQZht9dk_nyr6IXgeCmZPmGNttHW_k1ciiKHQ2jOEYGVbeEJEycBoZE9j3acZFkUle4N-IVITCDzL4GifyqJ-PTc99dWHsPQHhsN1We9ecaw7CB9UcjEcyA/s1200/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgya7aAhiu1r9YXH-pf1m-4jK4UfLXGxOhiMElBLmc0kkYkK31GombC90XVLVF0gQf1ASlKQZht9dk_nyr6IXgeCmZPmGNttHW_k1ciiKHQ2jOEYGVbeEJEycBoZE9j3acZFkUle4N-IVITCDzL4GifyqJ-PTc99dWHsPQHhsN1We9ecaw7CB9UcjEcyA/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2152520_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisriwcbjzPEJGvlyr15vQg9LL_lEDblqPtjfQZyGR3deLN7fDhNhWolOjYoabtaregbsMbwsB9GxPQX4UT3mVEsm5SlANzeSfmnSCgd2in8UNKFkgJMDEVNZvaMFbVth-ZuiwYTBUqD-vXrZ6m4sPKo8lm1zFXANZQK7feGttedE0ynfWmYLj3nVst0A/s3327/IMG_20220904_102713318~2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3327" data-original-width="2296" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisriwcbjzPEJGvlyr15vQg9LL_lEDblqPtjfQZyGR3deLN7fDhNhWolOjYoabtaregbsMbwsB9GxPQX4UT3mVEsm5SlANzeSfmnSCgd2in8UNKFkgJMDEVNZvaMFbVth-ZuiwYTBUqD-vXrZ6m4sPKo8lm1zFXANZQK7feGttedE0ynfWmYLj3nVst0A/s320/IMG_20220904_102713318~2.jpg" width="221" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>This! After reading this page it sparked some thoughts, so I thought I'd share a bit. In trying to reprogram my thought processes to stop getting stuck on and dwelling in the negatives in this world, and any negative influences of anyone around me. I try desperately to focus on the things I love, and that brings me joy. I have no desire to focus on what I don't want or what doesn't bring me joy yet the mind seems to default there and to rewrite this programming most of us learned from the beginning is not an easy task. I'm constantly checking my thoughts and redirecting them. It definitely takes practice.</p><p><br /></p><p>Recently I've been posting Halloween/Fall related posts on my personal Facebook. I know some of my friends don't appreciate them, but I also know based on my timeline, most of my friends feel the same way and I'm posting them for me and my like-minded people. 😉 The Ber months are my personal favorite time of the year, Fall specifically, and I get genuinely excited and happy to decorate my home for these holidays. Home decor is something I enjoy and holiday decor is something I LOVE. I have a tremendous mood shift this time of the year and I love to fully embrace that shift and live in that feeling. </p><p><br /></p><p>This is the time of year I don't have to force it, because there is so much for me to love, and find joy in. I know not everyone feels this way and that's okay, you have your own special journey to find what sparks love and happiness deep in your soul and it's up to you and you alone to pave your path. 💖 </p>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-23415534022871820312022-08-13T22:29:00.004-04:002022-09-26T22:39:22.844-04:00Quotes And Musings 08-13-2022<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH-paFbMVHQwISB8oRKmr5CLKcI_NQPC__OZuRpmARaZaNXogoNqSvI7RymjpyCVD26Kp-tvZTB-AUBl157u32PsIDOK5AHXIedkXNn_8HKuWDQ5SeuPl7h3sTQFK4Y6-3YYvv9I91M12nY1rYT4rowX9bKne39exnbCDz4BNQMJuDmY39NEz0rxZcJw/s1280/Adobe_Express_20220926_2228140_1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH-paFbMVHQwISB8oRKmr5CLKcI_NQPC__OZuRpmARaZaNXogoNqSvI7RymjpyCVD26Kp-tvZTB-AUBl157u32PsIDOK5AHXIedkXNn_8HKuWDQ5SeuPl7h3sTQFK4Y6-3YYvv9I91M12nY1rYT4rowX9bKne39exnbCDz4BNQMJuDmY39NEz0rxZcJw/w640-h360/Adobe_Express_20220926_2228140_1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html?m=1">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>YOU ARE BEING PRESENTED WITH TWO CHOICES: EVOLVE OR REPEAT.<div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Life is all about evolving. Don't stay in a situation that's not helping you grow mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9QP4NjyMghfb-9ZzfUrkQft_eu7gsXvBAu2hQbVoxr0HKb11epCUeAiySS_aXoEEb3s_AzPWoKbjzVQQphroIVrK0zyeBxkZwJmvf2DcnN22N0eRXxlzgNAzNIfCXdjaI0ewYPAU5fH5bla83JA-PhCCnvtWeYWWQUlEUFaOChevulQzXk34qHQE9NQ/s1102/cb780825cea88945a87d978633c0264e.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1102" data-original-width="735" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9QP4NjyMghfb-9ZzfUrkQft_eu7gsXvBAu2hQbVoxr0HKb11epCUeAiySS_aXoEEb3s_AzPWoKbjzVQQphroIVrK0zyeBxkZwJmvf2DcnN22N0eRXxlzgNAzNIfCXdjaI0ewYPAU5fH5bla83JA-PhCCnvtWeYWWQUlEUFaOChevulQzXk34qHQE9NQ/s320/cb780825cea88945a87d978633c0264e.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></div><div><br /></div><div>I am choosing to evolve, to improve and to continue to grow mentally, emotionally, and spirituality. I am eternally grateful for the unconditional love and support from those that not only encourage me but make the choice to walk with me on my life journey.
</div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-65519151346754708462021-02-05T17:59:00.019-05:002021-02-06T11:43:37.567-05:00Bite Beauty Upswing Full-Volume Mascara Review<p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkPDPsNXkxmuUQdW56-fiV-OSUyu_1FOf37zp5RomLaHYiRxiaBDRhHDABG21R7IimKBUCxbZ10Zj2LVrr6BPhsvtv7r52wqrqCA1TMxYif561TIHqaBIlfWdPaqF7mvbpiBRpSmFhqQDz/w640-h360/My+Post+-+2021-02-05T170705.019.jpg" /></a><div class="separator"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><br /><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">Bite Beauty Upswing Full-Volume Mascara Review</div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html" target="_blank">Advertising Disclosure Statement.</a></div><div><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoTableGrid" style="border-collapse: collapse; border: none; margin-left: 0.5in; mso-border-insideh: none; mso-border-insidev: none; mso-padding-alt: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;">
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launched their new <a href="https://bit.ly/2OeRz6Z" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Upswing Full-Volume Mascara</span></a>
and thanks to </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.influenster.com/r/3639618" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Influenster</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> and Bite Beauty I was lucky enough to be
selected to receive it complimentary before its launch date to test it out.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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first that I am very brand-specific when it comes to my mascara, I've tried
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0in; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0in; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-indent: 0in;">So let's look at some ingredients and what
Bite Beauty claims this product can do:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Upswing full volume mascara is powered by tree berry Wax which
claims give your lashes a buildable yet lightweight volume.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Upswing full volume mascara claims to be volumizing,
lengthening, lifting, curl enhancing, smudge resistant, and flake resistant.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Upswing full volume mascara is full-bodied and boosts an hourglass-shaped brush that claims to bring out the best in every lash.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Upswing full volume mascara is clean, vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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However, I still love this mascara and will continue to use it. </span><br /><div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHxWBxgBRs8CF1FvsWssbhJ2t9Hp1pfYSSJGja80JxVNjMMD5txPONAdJPEtw-GSIrtGOKjmRr8FmMlW6cfs4OlzWRQRzgOT9JgGCZtfrZGO4ZZFrd2TeKML7mNRUBnIzAMNOWXGkU7TA/w400-h400/2021-02-05-12-57-33-300.jpg" /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div>In my before and after picture there was no eyelash curler used and this is after only one coat of the Upswing Full-Volume Mascara by Bite Beauty. MSRP $28</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">I received these products complimentary from <a href="http://www.influenster.com/r/3639618" target="_blank">Influenster</a> for testing purposes. this is my honest review all thoughts and opinions are my own.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/#" style="clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDfOctdFcVbdEiL5jCGknyLOkkqJQ82zNfrghRDrsjwZLtCZ8Tjh3tSASev5V7mjfdhS3noCfT0eiijm-ssUk89UeFRqg0Cn4rjopi0-uwkC5hqEKhO5haLcrw_0WlfgW4vlEzHzQHNFnh/w266-h400/My+Post+-+2021-02-05T170908.689.jpg" /></a><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Other Post by micheledennis78 You May Be Interested In:</div><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2021/01/whats-in-my-january-ipsy-bag.html" target="_blank">What's In My January Ipsy Bag</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/08/the-journey-begins_1.html" target="_blank">The Journey Begins</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/08/dream-big.html" target="_blank">Dream Big</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/10/do-what-you-can-until-you-can-do-what_23.html" target="_blank">Do what you can until you can do what you want</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2019/06/message-from-universe.html" target="_blank">Message From The Universe</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2019/06/how-i-live-with-autoimmune-diseases.html" target="_blank">How I live with Autoimmune Diseases<br /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div></div>micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-36853004630438430282021-01-28T00:08:00.004-05:002023-03-14T13:51:13.639-04:00What's In My January Ipsy Bag 2021<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUnLHLP9GIkHHD-i8wiKLsFleUHW17BkJTQtIG2aQFTcwnJ3fZGuvEDPJ-fWDMqkruR4wsHBhPzf-3gSNoW4psbLvVwG-i-nDPEe57bY7Nw6fJswDLg1pi473ifrbi1ThYB6cGS5bJGco/s712/My+Post+%25286%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="712" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUnLHLP9GIkHHD-i8wiKLsFleUHW17BkJTQtIG2aQFTcwnJ3fZGuvEDPJ-fWDMqkruR4wsHBhPzf-3gSNoW4psbLvVwG-i-nDPEe57bY7Nw6fJswDLg1pi473ifrbi1ThYB6cGS5bJGco/w640-h360/My+Post+%25286%2529.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">What’s In My January Ipsy Bag</div><div style="text-align: center;">This website contains paid affiliate links, please read our <a href="https://krazydealdaze.blogspot.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html">Advertising </a><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html">Disclosure Statemen</a><a href="https://krazydealdaze.blogspot.com/p/advertising-disclosure-statement.html">t</a>.</div><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<div style="text-align: center;">“Dream” is your reminder to make 2021 your year.</div><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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<br /><br /><a href="https://amzn.to/3opRcTk">YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE</a><br /><a href="https://amzn.to/3opRcTk">Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil</a> <br /><br /><br />So much hydration pack in this bottle! A little goes a long way. This oil is lightweight, goes on like silk and fully absorbs into the skin, leaving behind a beautiful glow. <br /><br /><br />MSRP 1oz $44
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<br /><br /> <a href="https://bit.ly/3ciVtpm">KINSHIP</a><br /><a href="https://bit.ly/3ciVtpm">Naked Papaya Gentle Enzyme Face Cleanser</a> <br /><br /><br />Light cream texture that does not lather. Has a pleasant smell and does a pretty good job at removing makeup. <br /><br /><br />MSRP 5.25oz $22
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<br /><br /><a href="https://amzn.to/36lAK07">CAKE BEAUTY</a><br /><a href="https://amzn.to/36lAK07">Heavy Cream Intensive Body Balm</a> <br /><br /><br />Heavy cream moisturizer that is incredibly hydrating with no greasy layer left behind. This moisturizer smells amazing! <br /><br /><br />MSRP 7oz $8.99
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<br /><br /> <a href="https://julessmithbeauty.com/collections/all/products/power-slick-gloss-bling-berry">JULES SMITH BEAUTY</a><br /><a href="https://julessmithbeauty.com/collections/all/products/power-slick-gloss-bling-berry">Power Slick Gloss in Bling Berry</a> <br /><br /><br />A non sticky, subtle tinted lip gloss that can be worn alone or layered with your favorite matte or cream lip color for added shine. <br /><br /><br />MSRP 3ml $18
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<br /><br /><span style="color: #ffa400;"> SLMISSGLAM<br />Flat Foundation B12 <br /></span><br /> A baby soft, vegan and cruelty free foundation brush. <br /><br /> MSRP $19.50
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Peep the old vs new design. Although I was very proud of my work on the original logo and really did love it, I'm now finding it to be a bit "busy". So, I've decided to go instead with a more simplified, classic logo.</span></div><div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_ggU-qDEz5dRQ2yrNX_BBmNpeI6ketDEvHayQRRLMlHJKhCSZFwNnvX3MGCbR944cqvQ7hjz8pC5bFRy7qdy3v-mcr_ojZKd7JlqM0vU96TETGqj7BvydlG1swg2mNZqUPRS48RARLCIp/s2048/Michele+Dennis+Designs+Logo+White+Background.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_ggU-qDEz5dRQ2yrNX_BBmNpeI6ketDEvHayQRRLMlHJKhCSZFwNnvX3MGCbR944cqvQ7hjz8pC5bFRy7qdy3v-mcr_ojZKd7JlqM0vU96TETGqj7BvydlG1swg2mNZqUPRS48RARLCIp/w320-h320/Michele+Dennis+Designs+Logo+White+Background.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Old Logo<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5u0Qhh9_AXDXG-iK22GvrhIfvY0UMXj10ivBHol9pVBSFHS755UDWcSmhAuDXkyxZ6I-e3J0lLq3302ltnNUQzi_QSWTvUPaE7TdDL_baJZ7bB4-1jrDsbgsfuhJVlJGT4OLSn-OaQ7iI/s1080/Michele+Dennis+Designs_WhiteBackground.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5u0Qhh9_AXDXG-iK22GvrhIfvY0UMXj10ivBHol9pVBSFHS755UDWcSmhAuDXkyxZ6I-e3J0lLq3302ltnNUQzi_QSWTvUPaE7TdDL_baJZ7bB4-1jrDsbgsfuhJVlJGT4OLSn-OaQ7iI/w320-h320/Michele+Dennis+Designs_WhiteBackground.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New Logo<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9YA5rG1AmZJu-GbzOyBmrawrGnw1plj55rO-JWYxYkEZdYCeHnXWBWeGl9tfrWTgfrBcGOBcYRLdpVnKBKNzrzrwj_XMic17ZglMlJ_1Zh8Hq4O_i8KtC3UTwuOewYHXCHjxtQwdQtoQ/s1102/My+Post+-+2020-09-23T093105.032.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1102" data-original-width="735" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9YA5rG1AmZJu-GbzOyBmrawrGnw1plj55rO-JWYxYkEZdYCeHnXWBWeGl9tfrWTgfrBcGOBcYRLdpVnKBKNzrzrwj_XMic17ZglMlJ_1Zh8Hq4O_i8KtC3UTwuOewYHXCHjxtQwdQtoQ/w213-h320/My+Post+-+2020-09-23T093105.032.jpg" width="213" /> </a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Other Post by micheledennis78 You May Be Interested In:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/08/the-journey-begins_1.html">The Journey Begins</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/08/the-journey-begins_1.html">Dream Big</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2018/10/do-what-you-can-until-you-can-do-what_23.html">Do what you can until you can do what you want</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2019/06/message-from-universe.html">Message From The Universe</a><br /><a href="https://www.micheledennis78.com/2019/06/how-i-live-with-autoimmune-diseases.html">How I live with Autoimmune Diseases</a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />micheledennis78http://www.blogger.com/profile/15277058233040314896noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-53875225227364371422020-05-20T15:58:00.002-04:002020-05-20T15:59:54.731-04:00Week ? 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Being a cost
conscious SAHM/WAHM for most of my children's lives and a DIYer extraordinaire,
the Shelter at Home orders have not changed my life too much. The isolation is
nothing new and since my children are all grown now, homeschooling was not
added to my daily routine like many others. So, my daily routine really hasn't
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I have noticed an
increase in people complaining about the many inconveniences that these shelter
at home orders have caused many people. Each time I run across a post or meme
related to said inconveniences, I'm reminded of how grateful I am that these are
not added issues in my personal life. So, what exactly am I grateful for?</div>
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I'm grateful for my
natural hair that doesn't need to be bleached or colored, I'm grateful that I
know how to cut not only my own hair but my husband's as well. I'm grateful
that I have been doing my own nails for many years now, so I am quite capable
of giving myself a beautiful manicure and pedicure at home. I'm grateful that I
already have everything that I would need to pamper myself and have a nice,
relaxing spa day in the safety of my own home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Which can really help with my anxiety during these uncertain times
(because we all haven't heard that phrase like a million times already…)</div>
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I'm grateful that I
know how to cook and the fact that I have always cooked at home 98% of the
time, that this whole having to cook every day is no big change for me and
feels perfectly normal. I'm grateful that we have the ability to still have
access to our essential needs like food! I'm grateful that we have the ability
to order those essentials online and schedule them for pick-up and even have
them delivered right to our door without ever having to step foot inside the
store. I'm well aware that not everyone around the world has this luxury… I'm
also grateful for our little garden we had just started right before all this
started happening!</div>
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I'm grateful that I
can always find something productive to do, to keep myself busy and occupied
all by myself. I'm grateful for all the modern amenities that we have today,
that didn't exist during most all the previous pandemics in our human history
(there's been like 20). Today we have TVs, computers, and tablets with
high-speed internet, smartphones that are like mini-computers that fit in the
palm of our hands. The ability to talk and even video chat with our loved ones
all around the world in real-time!!</div>
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I'm grateful that
although majorly flawed and far from perfect that the US government has at
least attempted to lessen the financial burden that this current pandemic is
having on so many citizens and businesses that are deemed non-essential. More
definitely needs to be done, but I'm not going to dive down that rabbit hole…</div>
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I'm grateful that my
husband, although deemed essential, has the ability to protect himself and
practice social distancing while still working. I'm also grateful that my
husband is taking this so seriously and that he decontaminates himself when he
gets home to try and lessen exposure to me, because I am high risk with a
compromised immune system due to autoimmune diseases. </div>
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This is just a small
list of all the things I am grateful for because there really are so many
things for all of us to be grateful for! You just have to stop, take a few deep
breaths, and shift your perspective of the situation. I know it can be hard to do
for some... It can be quite difficult to see past all the doom and gloom of the
current situation. As we start to go back to our "new normal" as
states and cities start opening back up in phases, remember to be humble and kind
as we are all trying to get used to this. Also, please listen to the experts on
how we can all work together to lessen the spread of this virus. Finally please
try and remember that this is temporary and we will come out on the other side of
this and recover from our losses.</div>
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Love and Light!</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6223795407794611101.post-44893542121102174822020-05-14T21:17:00.000-04:002020-05-14T21:25:51.797-04:00I lost my last living Grandparent…<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">On April 6th, 2020
at around 9:30pm my last living grandparent passed away in a nursing home... He
had just been tested for Covid-19 after a staff member at the facility had
tested positive and my Grandfather started showing symptoms including a high
fever. We had been impatiently waiting to hear the results of his test hoping
that it was going to be negative. On April 9th is test results came back and
unfortunately it was in-fact positive... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My 82-year-old
grandfather died alone, without his family by his side locked in a nursing home
because of this Covid-19 virus, yet another victim of this pandemic... An <a href="https://delawarebusinessnow.com/2020/04/coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-23-as-the-number-of-hospitalizations-increase/?fbclid=IwAR1gPLy38v19lEufNc7NbWklWWyAVPuuptNmFYk1FRMtvfIDQTAZGNlz26g%0d%0a">article</a>
in the Delaware Business Now listed him as an "82-year-old male long-term
care resident from New Castle County." Like he was just another
statistic... This really bothered me.., he is not just another statistic! He
was a human being from our most vulnerable group and he was/is loved! </span></div>
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Grandfather passed, his roommate was also showing signs of the virus and
unfortunately passed about a week later on April 12th… My grandfathers' partner
of 40 years was also in the same facility and on April 24th she passed away,
she also tested positive for COVID-19…</span></div>
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was able to visit with him during my last visit to Delaware in October. I'm
saddened to know, that was my last visit as I was hoping to visit again on our
next trip up that we were planning this coming Fall... I'm heartbroken for the rest
of the family that have lost their father, grandfather, great-grandfather,
brother, husband/partner, friend...etc.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 💔 PLEASE listen to the Doctors, Scientist and
Specialist! You know the ones who ACTUALLY know what they're talking about!
Please follow the rules and guidelines that have been put in place to flatten
the curve and protect our most vulnerable!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So, my mind was just a wee bit blown with this <a href="https://ryanandrewlangdon.wordpress.com/2020/01/28/today-i-learned-that-not-everyone-has-an-internal-monologue-and-it-has-ruined-my-day/?fbclid=IwAR2DM3nfFMQY0jao5RJrZyjPQdssRQ6OaqSAZTmpF9ABYQCFrvBpNZG5ZLw">article</a> that I read and now my head is full of thoughts and tons of questions!😮🤯</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://ryanandrewlangdon.wordpress.com/2020/01/28/today-i-learned-that-not-everyone-has-an-internal-monologue-and-it-has-ruined-my-day/?fbclid=IwAR2DM3nfFMQY0jao5RJrZyjPQdssRQ6OaqSAZTmpF9ABYQCFrvBpNZG5ZLw" target="_blank"><b>[My day was completely ruined yesterday when I stumbled upon a fun fact that absolutely obliterated my mind. I saw this tweet yesterday that said that not everyone has an internal monologue in their head. All my life, I could hear my voice in my head and speak in full sentences as if I was talking out loud. I thought everyone experienced this, so I did not believe that it could be true at that time.] </b></a></span></blockquote>
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /> <br /><br />For me personally, I have a full internal monologue! So much so that I not only hear my own voice but if I'm thinking of a conversation with someone else I will hear their voice as well. Does this change my internal monologue to an internal dialogue...lol!? I also "see" pictures in my head like a movie playing in full color, which also includes theme music and yes sometimes a musical or two... lol!! 😂 <br /><br /> <br /><br />My mind is also a superhighway of thoughts that never stops, I can actually have multiple topics going on in my head all at once. Sometimes if there's too many it gets a little chaotic and overwhelming and I need to find a way to quiet them down, like listening to music really loud or singing. Watching TV or reading doesn't work to quiet them, my mind will just drown those two things out... Although I love to read and do it daily, it can be difficult at times because my overactive brain likes to wander off and I have to go chase it down and try and put it in time out while I finish reading...lol! <br /><br /> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><br /> <br /><br />It does make one wonder, how does this ability or lack of affect one's ability to learn? I learn things rather easily and can use any of the different learning styles with success...ie, reading, visual or hands-on (except for math, I suck at math...) Are people with the ability the more creative ones? How many different types are there? How many are like me, with sound, full technicolor visuals and theme music!? <br /><br /> <br /><br />I'm definitely finding it difficult to wrap my head around the fact that not everyone has even an inner monologue!? How do they think and process information? How do they make important decisions on the spot that requires that "weighing of pros and cons conversation" you have in your head before making said decision!?! I'm curious how many of you are internal monologue people and no internal monologue people? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><br />Living with <a href="https://www.webmd.com/lupus/systemic-lupus-erythematosus" target="_blank">SLE Lupus</a>, <a href="https://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/guide/what-is-fibromyalgia" target="_blank">Fibromyalgia</a>, <a href="https://www.mayo.edu/research/departments-divisions/department-neurology/programs/autonomic-nerve-disorders" target="_blank">Dysautonomia</a> and <a href="https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320207.php" target="_blank">Levoscoliosis</a> pain is an everyday part of my life. I made a choice many years ago after many years of failed and subpar results from modern medicine to go natural in my approach to treat and manage these diseases. <br /><br /> <br /><br />During the six years, I was on the modern medicine path, my medicine was changed almost monthly... Everything I was given had its own host of side effects that I would, in turn, be given yet another medicine to treat..? I was sick and miserable ALL the time even during the remission phases of my diseases. My life literally revolved around when it was time to take my next pill...<br /><br /> <br /><br />I also gained a ton of weight in a very short period of time due to the medications and because of my diseases and a back injury sustained during a dog attack on Valentine's day in 2001, I was unable to work out at the level needed to lose the weight. Eventually, due to the weight gain, I developed <a href="https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/what-is-prediabetes-or-borderline-diabetes" target="_blank">Pre-type 2 Diabetes</a><br /><br /> <br /><br />So fixing my diet and under doctor supervision, weening myself off all the medications (I was on 9 different prescription medications at the time I made the decision) was my first step. Eating real foods, kicking the processed foods out of my diet and cutting out sugar was my first diet and lifestyle change. Then I proceeded to cut out gluten and found out that although I didn't have celiac disease I did have <a href="https://celiac.org/about-celiac-disease/related-conditions/non-celiac-wheat-gluten-sensitivity/" target="_blank">NCGI Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity</a>. One of the first things I noticed after cutting out gluten was the <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/edema/symptoms-causes/syc-20366493" target="_blank">General Edema</a> and water retention that I had dealt with my whole life was gone! If I did eat something with gluten in it, I would swell up all over and would get a stomach ache. So I try to be 100% gluten free now!<br /><br /> <br /><br />After fixing my diet, my second step was supplements. What was I lacking and what did I need to take? So, after getting some bloodwork done I seem to have low Iron, vitamin D, and vitamin B12. I don't like taking Iron pills so I increased my intake of Iron rich foods. As for vitamin D and B12 it seems I suffer from malabsorption of B12 and have to have either injections or take it sublingually. I tried both methods and I choose <a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sublingual" target="_blank"><span style="color: #b45f06;">sublingually</span>.</a> I also take a vitamin D3&K2 supplement.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Now the third next step, although the third one I'm mentioning was probably the single most important step that started my journey to health and wellbeing. Changing one's mindset to not be a victim of your life's circumstances and health issue's but to step up and be a warrior who fights like hell!this one is not easy! The decision to change your life requires more than just the thought it takes action. In 2007 I saw a documentary called <a amzn-ps-bm-asin="B00DDOWK5I" class="amzn_ps_bm_tl" data-amzn-link-id="6195763af3d70298ac010265b4d56a34" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword="the secret documentary" href="http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/B00DDOWK5I/ref=as_li_bk_tl/?tag=krazydaze-20&linkId=6195763af3d70298ac010265b4d56a34&linkCode=ktl" id="amznPsBmLink_107734" rel="" target="_blank">The Secret</a><img alt="" border="0" height="0" id="amznPsBmPixel_107734" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?source=bk&t=krazydaze-20&bm-id=default&l=ktl&linkId=6195763af3d70298ac010265b4d56a34&_cb=1561747524743" style="border: none !important; height: 0px !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;" width="0" /> which started me on my path of taking control of my destiny and health. I have since bought and read <a amzn-ps-bm-asin="B00NGFKR5O" class="amzn_ps_bm_tl" data-amzn-link-id="8507ac978116ad6dfdc0e9a7e0b82b3c" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword="the secret book set" href="http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Books-Collection-Power-Magic/dp/B00NGFKR5O/ref=as_li_bk_tl/?tag=krazydaze-20&linkId=8507ac978116ad6dfdc0e9a7e0b82b3c&linkCode=ktl" id="amznPsBmLink_5856724" rel="" target="_blank">every book on The Secret</a><img alt="" border="0" height="0" id="amznPsBmPixel_5856724" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?source=bk&t=krazydaze-20&bm-id=default&l=ktl&linkId=8507ac978116ad6dfdc0e9a7e0b82b3c&_cb=1561747594146" style="border: none !important; height: 0px !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;" width="0" />. That documentary and those books have literally changed my life and helped me find my path in this life and I highly recommend them!<br /><br /> <br /><br />The fourth step was to work on becoming more active. It's definitely difficult to try and exercise when you are in pain 24/7. Working out just exasperates my pain levels and typically causes me to be bed bound for anywhere from a few days to a week or so depending on how much I overdid it. Problem is I never know I'm overdoing it till it's done... for me walking is something I can incorporate into my daily routine relatively easy because sitting causes me too much pain. The longer I sit still the more things start to hurt and lock up. So getting up and moving is vital for me. However, although I can stand and/or walk longer than I can sit. I am not able to stand or walk too long either because that also will start to cause me too much pain. So I spend my days switching every 15 to 20 minutes from sitting, standing and pacing. I try to get at least 10,000 steps in a day. I use my <a amzn-ps-bm-asin="B01KH2PV4U" class="amzn_ps_bm_tl" data-amzn-link-id="830056760d5e68103545d1a2742a3cff" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword="Fitbit flex 2" href="http://www.amazon.com/Fitbit-Flex-Black-Version-Count/dp/B01KH2PV4U/ref=as_li_bk_tl/?tag=krazydaze-20&linkId=830056760d5e68103545d1a2742a3cff&linkCode=ktl" id="amznPsBmLink_3206436" rel="" target="_blank">Fitbit flex 2</a><img alt="" border="0" height="0" id="amznPsBmPixel_3206436" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?source=bk&t=krazydaze-20&bm-id=default&l=ktl&linkId=830056760d5e68103545d1a2742a3cff&_cb=1561747757215" style="border: none !important; height: 0px !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;" width="0" /> to help me keep track of my steps and reach my goal. At the urging of my chiropractor, I've also been trying to add light stretching to the mix as well.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Lastly, there's my pain management. Living with pain every second of every day can be very tiresome. Not just physically tiring... It can be mentally and emotionally exhausting as well. There are days when the pain is bearable and only a minor nuisance and if I just keep myself occupied I can somewhat ignore the pain, then there are days when my pain level is so high it's unbearable and you would give anything for it to just stop! Those are definitely the hardest days in so many ways. Without taking pain meds I've tried everything from aromatherapy, soaking in a hot tub, massage to meditation...etc. I've also used supplements to help manage my pain like<span style="color: #b45f06;"> <a href="https://shop.myctfo.me/krazydaze/index.php/?route=product/category&path=29&sort=p.price&order=ASC" target="_blank"><span style="color: #b45f06;">CBD Oil</span></a> </span>and <a amzn-ps-bm-asin="B00186X7SM" class="amzn_ps_bm_tl" data-amzn-link-id="4580e290d594a842fbff794d2c1602ef" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword="Phenocane" href="http://www.amazon.com/Oxylife-Products-Phenocane-Capsules-Count/dp/B00186X7SM/ref=as_li_bk_tl/?tag=krazydaze-20&linkId=4580e290d594a842fbff794d2c1602ef&linkCode=ktl" id="amznPsBmLink_9869855" rel="" target="_blank">Phenocane</a><img alt="" border="0" height="0" id="amznPsBmPixel_9869855" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?source=bk&t=krazydaze-20&bm-id=default&l=ktl&linkId=4580e290d594a842fbff794d2c1602ef&_cb=1561749093726" style="border: none !important; height: 0px !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;" width="0" /> which was recommended by my Rheumatologist.<br /><br /> <br /><br />So, this is how I have learned to live with and manage my autoimmune diseases to date. 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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So, I have been
really struggling as of late... My mind, body, and soul seems to be all out of
sync. I've been feeling very disconnected and lost. With a serious lack of
purpose, desire, and motivation. Every aspect of my life seems to be suffering
and in a downward spiral.., from my mental and emotional health to my physical
health... Hello, extra 30lbs...</span></div>
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completely aware of what's happening with me, I haven't been putting much
effort into changing it. I think about changing it all the time but have
definitely been lacking in the effort department. That is until yesterday, when
I decided to pick up a book and try and get my head moving in the right
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So, I grabbed one of
the new book that I recently ordered but Had yet to read, <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZEFo3M" target="_blank">The Power ofAffirmations 1000 Positive Affirmations by Louise Stapely</a>. So far, so good. Of
course, if you're a member of the spelling and Grammer police you'll have to
overcome and look past a few spelling and grammatical errors. Of course, you'll
probably have to do that reading my writings as well, so...lol!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Anyways, picking up
that book definitely inspired my mind to start shifting its pattern of
thinking. I've started working on a game plan for getting myself back on track
mind, body and soul. The most inspiring part of this less than 24-hour process
is getting confirmation that you are now on the right track.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Checking
my email this morning and I see this gem💖 As I don't believe in the word
"coincidence", in my opinion, the word coincidence is just a word to
describe something that is "unexplainable" to some. To me, this was
the universe telling me exactly what I needed to hear at the exact time I
needed to hear it! For me, it was also a sign that I am on the right path and
heading in the right direction. I just need to keep pushing forward and slaying
those "dragons" that keep getting in my way and trying to hold me
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The following is the
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">"A
Note From The Universe ❤️ TUT</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Even dwelling upon
the end result, imagining all the glorious consequences and feeling the joy
you anticipate in advance, Michele, still doesn't compare to the power you
wield, the dragons you slay, and the legions you command when you act as if
your greatest dreams have already come true. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Olé...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Universe"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Do you feel like you
get messages from the Universe or unexplainable signs that help you stay on
your life path and help keep you on track? Let me know in the comments below,
I'd love to hear your stories.</span></div>
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