Let Your Freak Flag Fly: My Love of Kpop

Hello again, friends. 

One of the most unique things  about me is my love of Kpop. That is Korean pop music. People tend to think immediately of Gangnam Style, but it is much more than that. It is music with intricate dances and cool clothes and just amazingness. I bring this up because sometimes I get embarrassed when people bring it up to me. They genuinely seem surprised it's a thing and that I like it.

It is not the only type of music I listen to. I listen to American Pop, country, and rap. I also love British music. I am quite eclectic. 

I post this because I shouldn't be ashamed of my music choices. I shouldn't be scared for people to hear my in the car playlist. Neither should anyone else reading this. So what if you're different? Be a hipster! Be a weirdo! I leave you with my favorite kpop gifs.

Girls Generation-Gee

Sistar- Ma Boy

Super Junior- Sorry Sorry

And those are just some dances that are notable at the top of my head. Everyone would say someone different. I also want to leave a song in case anyone is interested, so I will leave one of my favorites.

This is the song Some and it is pretty great. 

Toodles Poodles!

PS. Girls Generation is my favorite.

Saving money, The struggle of Growing Up

Hello again all! 

I have been so busy with real life stuff I haven't thought about blogging. That's a lie, I did but on Spring break, my last spring break ever, I relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful warm weather.

Now that I am back to reality, I have discovered growing up cost money. LOTS of money. This is unfortunate as I DO have a job, but it is part time and my expenses are greater than my income.I've been struggling to find the funds to cover all the things I need/want to do this year. Including my honeymoon. It's tough but I 'll get through it. I always do.


My post today is about staying sane when times are tough and money isn't there. I've always been thrifty and always needed to save so this has become a normal part of my life over the years.


1. Treat Yourself 
 I am NOT saying go out and buy yourself something new. I am saying if you have had a bad day or something, go to McDonalds and buy yourself a 2$ chocolate dipped cone.


2. Stay AWAY From Your Favorite Store
 I love shopping just as much as the next girl but sometimes it IS hard to resist sale prices. While something may be 75% off, the 15$ you still are spending could have been saved. That is still 15$ spent.


3. Enjoy Things You Already Have
I always forget that I have so many things I can enjoy already. This could mean my camera, movies, or even video games. Pick up something you haven't used or seen in a while when you are bored.


4. Sell/Donate Your Old Things
If you really need money, cleaning out your closet and home can be a good way to find some old items to sale. For clothes, you can sell them to Platos closet or other stores who buy gently worn items. You may not get a lot of money, but it IS more than you made having those shoes sit in your closet for months unworn. Yard sales are a good option as well. What can't be sold, donate because it is nice to declutter as well.

inspiring words of the week

The final bit is I know it sucks. You have bills, things you want to do, and you need new clothes for something. It is what it is and if you can't change it, that is okay. It won't be this way forever just get by for now. That's how I feel. I'll have worked hard in the end for all the things I am going to have and struggling right now is a part of the journey.

Toodles Poodles.

Great Big Spring Oufit Inspiration post

Hello, Hello!

I wanted to make a post but had nothing to say, so I went on pinterest and saved every picture that is inspiring to what I want to wear this Spring. The items depend on the weather, cool or hot, so they range in layers and coverage. 

Anyways, I hope this was helpful! Please comment below if any of these inspire you or comment your inspiration!

Toodles Poodles!!

Mascara and Bronzers for newbies

Hello again!

It has been WAY too long. I have been super busy with life, and honestly I haven't had anything worth saying to post. My post today is a little different as it will include part of my make up collection. I know, I am so original. 

First things first my collection is tiny. Like, picture a beauty bloggers. Now picture what she carries in her purse. That is my entire collection. As I am just now really learning make up, I thought my reviews would be helpful for fellow newbies.

This is my entire collection of mascara and bronzers. Top to bottom: Too Faced Better than Sex mascara, Benefit they're real, Clump Crusher extensions last blast. Bronzers: Hard Candy Tropic 13 and Too Faced Chocolate soleil medium/dark.

Out of the 3 mascaras, I would say Benefit's they're Real is the easiest to use. It doesn't add amazing volume but it makes them look fuller and overall great for an everyday look. However, the full size is pricey (23$) so I bought the mini for 10 dollars because I'm cheap. 

The Better than Sex mascara is super hyped and well known. I did purchase it because of those reasons. It is expensive (23$) so once again I went with the mini. I actually really like it. It makes my eyes stand out and adds volume and just a wow factor. The only way Too Faced was able to do this though was to make the stickiest mascara of man kind. Seriously, I first wore this out on my trip to IKEA, had to look my best of course, and while I was driving my eyelashes STUCK TOGETHER. Like top to bottom. I tried not to panic but I was going 75 down the highway. I'm pretty sure it wasn't my application either. Other than that I like it a lot. 

The Clump Crusher is pretty meh for me. I have used it multiple times but I have yet to be impressed. Just darkens my lashes to be honest. My sister loves it, but she uses an eyelash curler and I do not. I think it just holds the curl really well after using a curler+clump crusher combo. It however, is the cheapest for $7.99 full size.

Here are the wands, Better than sex,benefit, then clump crusher

Between the bronzers, I really enjoy the Too Faced Chocolate soleil most. The hard candy one is such an intense bronzer it has to be used VERY carefully or I will accidentally apply too much. This is useful in the summer when I have a tan, but in the winter months I can look dirty and orange if I am not careful. The too faced bronzer goes on much more sheer and can easily be built on until I get the look I want for contouring and otherwise. It also smells like chocolate which helps just a bit. Price wise, the Hard candy is MUCH more affordable at 9$ compared to 30$ for the full sized Too faced. I got the mini bronzer with the mini better than sex mascara for 15$ at sephora. To try the products, I think that is reasonable.

Left is Hard candy, right is too faced.

I hope this post was interesting, if it did suck PLEASE let me know! 

Toodles Poodles!!

Fantastic Finds on Etsy

Hello again!

I was on pinterest, yass pinterest, and was looking at some lovely things when I wound up on etsy. If you haven't heard of etsy, it's kinda like a online handmade market. While some items aren't handmade, most are. You can search and browse through hundreds of stores and find unique items you may not have seen before.

I found a few things today that I find worth noting. I will include a link to the store of each item. 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/185671775/rose-gold-druzy-earrings-drusy-earrings?ref=shop_home_active_20

The first is this gorgeous set of rose gold earrings. I, for one, am LOVING the hype on rose gold at the moment. This specific pair cost 40$, which to me is insane, but gorgeous anyways! They are made of druzy. which I personally have never heard of but apparently it;s the shiny part. They would be perfect with any outfit! 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/210166778/wine-rack-and-cork-holder-wall-wine-rack?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=wine+rack&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

Another item I found is this precious wine rack! I think it would look great in a kitchen or dining area. My favorite part is the basket it has for holding corks, as I like to use corks for crafts. At $29.99, I think this wine rack is very reasonable considering it's size. Most I have found that I like are around $40.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/157638468/set-of-3-painted-wooden-vases-home-decor?ref=sr_gallery_3&ga_search_query=vase&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

Another item I found, which is honestly expensive but too cute not to share, are these little vases! They come in the set of 3 for $45. I personally cannot afford them, but oh my GOSH are they not precious? Perfect for flowers or make up brushes!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/197922256/handmade-bath-bombs10-extra-large-bath?ref=listing-shop-header-0

Finally, I found these bath bombs. They come in a set of 10 for $23.00. That's only $2.30 each! An average bath bomb at LUSH is about $5~, give or take. That is a great deal to me and there is nothing quite like a relaxing bomb with colorful water to make you happy. If anything, they make excellent gifts!

I truly love how Etsy has so many things, Sometimes its just fun to browse around the site and find random things you may never buy but have the option to. If you have anything you want to share, leave it in the comments!

Toodles Poodles!

When Foot Meets Mouth (and other tales)

Hellooo again!

It's been a productive week for me. I only have to finish my 5 page paper and make 2 presentations then I am done! for this week at least. I can say honestly I am proud of the efforts I put forth and was capable of fully enjoying this lovely Friday the 13th. Mostly.

I can say I am the most awkward person I know. I can also say that I have been told by several people that I am the most awkward person they know. It's an accomplishment, I suppose. This fact about myself leads me to find myself in situations where I have caused an awkward situation or one has fallen graciously in my lap. 2 have happened today. I'll share one with you.

The first was pretty bad. I had been shopping with my roommate all day and we finally took a bathroom break in the mall. No big deal, gotta go, ya gotta go. What I did not expect was the number of people who felt the urge at the same time as us. Now, the layout of this bathroom was interesting. Two long rows of stalls facing each other with a space between them that was maybe 3 foot apart. Maybe. With the lack of space I could not look under the doors to see if I could see feet to find an empty stall. My brain decided, why not poke each door as you walk past? If it's lock it's occupied, if not free game! So I started poking doors and finally one opened! Finally, I thought until the door opened completely and I saw the top of the head of a lady bent over mid wipe. I couldn't see a thing, luckily not her face, but I could hear. 

What I heard was a loud THUNK as the door slammed against this lady's head.

I was mortified. I went to the closest empty stall and hid. I then heard a voice that sounded like it came from the sweetest grandma ever, "I guess I should've locked the door". 

Sorry to who ever's grandma I hit with a door. I just wanted to pee.

The second thing to happen I don't want to share at this point. This post is rather long as is. 

 Do remember these words this week. Sometimes what we say isn't what we mean. Words need to be considered carefully before they are expressed to other people. Especially to those most important to us. 

Toodles Poodles. Have a great week.

What to Watch on Netflix

Hello again!

I DO want to post a disclaimer that I actually have been productive. I could possibly finish everything I have due on Sunday by TOMORROW! What! It is amazing. 

 I want to take this time to talk about something important to me. Netflix. I do discuss it a bit more than I should BUT it is something I know a bit about. I always know people who cannot seem to find anything on Netflix to watch so I am just going to make a list of recommendations. By categories of course.

TELEVISION SHOWS

Scrubs-follow Doctor John Dorian (J.D) through life and be prepared to ride a comedic roller coaster of emotions. Whether it be dating or death, this show covers it. It is one of my favorites. 

Criminal Minds-This show is about a team of profilers who follow clues about who a killer really is to find, well, killers. It has some comedy but it is really interesting to watch along and try to find out who the killer is before they do. ALSO I recommend counting the number of times the word "meticulous" is used per episode.

Doctor Who- Time travel. I really can;t say anything more than you will never appreciate a hero the way you appreciate the Doctor.

Kitchen Nightmares- My fiance binge watched everything Gordon Ramsey and I kinda love him now. It's insane how people can complete ruin a restaurant. Plus watching food be cooked makes me happy.

MOVIES

The Emperors New Groove- Super underrated Disney movie. It will have you in hysterics. By far David Spade's best movie. I mean, he turns into a llama.

Silver Linings Playbook- People seem to either love this movie or hate it. I love Bradley Cooper personally and he is great at his role in this movie. He plays a character who just left a mental hospital without it being overdone and offensive. Oh, and Jennifer Lawrence is in it too.

Tucker & Dale vs. Evil- Now, you may say you don't like horror movies. That's cool. I do but my fiance HATES them and loves this movie. It's more of a mock horror movie if you will. Follow simple country boys who try to go on a vacation have everything go wrong.

Breakfast at Tiffany's- I know, everyone has heard of it. So many people are obsessed with Audrey Hepburn but the reality is so many people haven't seen this movie. I watched it a couple years ago and it truly is a classic. It isn't completely amazing as I had expected but definitely something to watch.

Anyway, that's what I reccommend. Leave in the comments your reccommendations!

Have a great day!