This year is coming to an end

With only a few days left in 2014 I figured I would do an update of sorts....

So I know the big question everyone is wondering is; How am I doing emotionally? Ok so where do I begin.?. Well first off no I still have not had my "breakdown", yes it terrifies me. It makes me wonder, am I not having it cuz I'm a bad daughter, or that I'm still fighting it. In my heart of hearts I know it has nothing to do with the first. It's just my brain messes with me at times. I haven't started the process to find another counselor, after my first experience I don't want to deal with it. Yes I know it takes time to find the right fit, I just don't want to have to keep going over and over the details with every new person. Can I just tell them to read my blog? 

I still have my bad days but I guess that's to be expected. It seems like for every good day I have I have 3 bad days. Not many people would realize it, I've learned how to hide it. Yes I know I shouldn't be doing that. I don't want to burden others with my pain, I know I know I have people that beg me to get my feelings out but it's just not that easy. Truth be told I don't want to be told I have to be put on meds to help me cope. I am very set on I don't want meds to help me through this. 

I've lived everyday since March 4 trying to make my mama and my family proud. But internally I feel like a complete failure for not being able to deal with my feelings. 

Being away from my family is so hard. It breaks my heart to see my niece grow up in pictures. I didn't even know she could talk as good as she is until a video got posted on Facebook. That breaks my heart and also pisses me off. I don't get to video chat with her as much as should be happening. She can finally say Aunt Aly which makes me so excited that despite not seeing her she still knows who I am. My nephew is going to be born in the next few months and I more than likely won't be able to fly home for that. Which upsets me that I won't be there to see him or hold him. The instant connection I had/have with Maryrose I won't get to have with Will.

I have never lived this far from my daddy, I'm a huge daddy's girl so it's an adjustment. It breaks my heart that he's all alone and doesn't get to spend time with my brothers family like he wants to. 

So onto what's new in my life:

I am no longer a Scentsy rep and am now a MaryKay rep. I have recently started my own company called Aly's Creations. Right now I am making decals and drink wear. Am contemplating bringing personalized ring dishes into the mix. Hoping to take my certs by March for medical billing and coding as well as medical administrative assistant. Let hope I don't bomb them and have to take them again. 

We are still trying for a Chance Baby, hasn't happened yet so all the baby dust would be greatly appreciated. I'm trying not to think about it or be worried but that's easier said than done. 

My journey to a new normal has just begun. What does 2015 hold for me?, we will soon find out. 

I love and miss you so much mama. Ladybugs and Pixie Dust

Cellulite Cream with Caffeine + Retinol

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About the Product

InstaNatural's Cellulite Cream is a powerful solution that tightens and tones the skin so you can achieve a smooth, supple appearance.

Key Ingredients:
+ Caffeine
+ Retinol
+ Cocoa Butter
+ Shea Butter
+ Vitamin C
+ Vitamin B5

Our superior blend of ingredients - such as Caffeine and Retinol - deeply nourishes the skin to decrease the appearance of cellulite and dimples. Caffeine tones and tightens, while Retinol repairs and restores, so you can obtain long-lasting results for a firm and supple appearance.


Learn About the Brand

InstaNatural is a leading online and global distributor of more than a dozen nature inspired beauty and cosmetics products. Our products are one of the top sellers on Amazon and can also be found in leading spas, salons and aesthetic centers in the US, as well as internationally in UAE, UK and Canada (coming soon). We are constantly in search of wonderful natural and organic ingredients from the around the globe, so we can bring you the absolute best products, no matter the cost. In addition, we strongly believe in treating our customers the way we would want to be treated. This is why our lifetime satisfaction guarantee and our customer service is unlike any other company in the industry.

My review

Ok so lets face it once you hit about 25yrs old you get your first "cottage cheese". So you can image to my surprise to try a product that actually works. i got the Cellulite Cream + Stretch Mark Cream. now i havent had to use the stretch mark cream yet but im actually excited. Anyways the Cellulite cream is actually working. Now i still have the cottage cheese this is not an instant fix, it is starting to correct and "erase" them so they have started to subside. with continuous use they will be gone, FINALLY!!!!

Home Hyaluronic Acid Serum

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About the Product

InstaNatural’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum contains botanically derived Hyaluronic Acid along with a perfect blend of antioxidants Vitamin C + E + Green Tea. Holding up to a 1,000 times its weight in water, Hyaluronic Acid is a great natural hydrator for the skin by helping the skin to retain moisture.

Each 2 oz bottle of our Hyaluronic Acid Serum is cruelty-free and made in the USA in our advanced FDA registered facilities.

Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid Serum:
- Improves skin texture and brightness with intense moisture and balance
- Reduces appearances of dark circles & puffiness
- Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Provides instant hydration for smoother, softer skin
- Helps you achieve an overall vibrant, healthy complexion

Key Ingredients:
+ Hyaluronic Acid
+ Green Tea
+ Vitamin C
+ Jojoba Oil

If approved, we will provide you with a 100% off coupon code that you can use to get this product online.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Look forward to working with you!

Learn About the Brand

InstaNatural is a leading online and global distributor of more than a dozen nature inspired beauty and cosmetics products. Our products are one of the top sellers on Amazon and can also be found in leading spas, salons and aesthetic centers in the US, as well as internationally in UAE, UK and Canada (coming soon). We are constantly in search of wonderful natural and organic ingredients from the around the globe, so we can bring you the absolute best products, no matter the cost. In addition, we strongly believe in treating our customers the way we would want to be treated. This is why our lifetime satisfaction guarantee and our customer service is unlike any other company in the industry.

My review

I have been using it for about a week now with the  Vitamin C Facial Toner. i have noticed that my skin if firmer and more livelier as well as smother. After coming off of birth contral i have had a spot on my face that wants to keep breaking out. with using this product it has started to go away.

GlamST iOS

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So i got to test out this new app for iphone. GlamST, before i show you my results and feed back i will tell you a bit about the app itself.

About the Product

GlamST is an app for iOS that allows you to discover new makeup by choosing the styles you love and trying makeup on your photo. You can freely experiment from the comfort of your phone, try on makeup by snapping a selfie, choosing your style and seeing how makeup would really look on your face. Our goal is to make women feel comfortable with their choices and who they are daring them to experience the power of makeup and find the best-looking version of them.

Learn About the Brand

We are two women co-founders, telematics engineers from Uruguay, South America. As women engineers in a male-dominated world, we decided to bring innovation to a problem women face everyday: choosing make that's best for you and spotting the latest trends.


We began our start-up 2.5 years ago, when we were finishing our engineering degrees from university. We started it as a project and then transformed it into our business and passion for the last couple of years.


At first, both of us coded the first version of the software, which L'Oreal uses in our country; it was a point of sale version of the virtual tester, which automatically captures a picture of the user. The product has now evolved to GlamST: an online platform, which aims to create a new way of selecting and buying products.
Today our platform is used by Dior, YSL, Shiseido and Lancome.

We are launching the iOS app in November for the US selling there products of Sephora.

We believe that we can create a new process of selection of makeup online and that our platform will allow women to share, discuss, help, entertain and identify the best beauty products for each women.

Now onto my review
So for me this app has pros and cons. Some of the pros are that you actually get the exact product it will redirect you to Sephora. Also there are a wide veriety of "Looks"

now on to my experience. When it was good it was good and when it was bad it was bad. (See) pics

                                                 

So as you can tell in some of the examples the foundation match and others it was like holy cow what was this app thinking. Would i use this app again? To be honest probably not. this app just didnt do it for me. The app is free so go ahead and give it a try your experiance might be different than mine.

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Congrats Caroline!!!!!!!!!! You will be getting an email shortly on how to claim your prize!!!!!!

Instantly Achieve Beautiful Curls with the KISS InstaWave

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Recently i was selected for the Kiss InstaWave campaign. I was actually extreamly excited about this one.

Ive always wanted to get the ConAir Infiniti Pro Curl Secret, but it was so scary and dont get me started on that price!!! I was fearful that it would eat my hair or get caught since you cant see it once it goes into that contraption. Once i saw the kiss Instawave, i was like i MUST try this.

When it came in the mail i did a little jig. First of all its way less intimidating and the cost is so much better!!! $59.99!!!!!!!!!! Its on sale right now at Target for $49.99. And trust me we all know that i am a cheapo but at this price you should deff get it!!!!!!!

About the Product

            The revolutionary KISS InstaWave is a fully automatic curler that instantly creates beautiful, long-lasting curls with ease.
No Need to Be a Pro
Features
• Patent Pending Curl Dial: Creates Tangle-Free curls in both Left or Right directions
• Diamond-Ceramic Ionic Technology: Healthy, shiny styling results with less frizz and damage
• 420˚F Max Temperature: Professional grade temperature locks in curls
• Auto Shutoff: Automatically shuts off after 90 minutes
• Power Control Switch: High/Low Temperature Settings
• Good for use on all hair lengths and types                   



To use:

Simply place a section of hair on the InstaWave and leave the rest of the curling to us. With the touch of a button, the Curl Dial Instantly and Automatically catches and curls hair, transforming straight locks into tangle-free glamorous curls in seconds.

The person i tried it on said that her hair wont hold curls without product in it as well as she usually uses the highest heat setting. This was dont on low heat!!!!!! And the curls lasted all night and by the morning she had "Beach Waves"!!!! It literally took a less than 30seconds for each section, i was done within minute.

My honest opinion is this product is AMAZING and everyone should go out and buy one!!!!!!!!!!





Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust

 

This picture pretty much sums up this post. I am so beyond greatful that I got to spend a week with on of my bestest friends!!!!! (There was supposed to be a group of us but we determained to still go no matter what) And i am so glad we did!!!! This girl and I have been through so much in the little time we have known eachother from stalkers, crazy exes, weddings to death. And no matter what we have been there. I still rememeber that fateful day at the hospital and I called the last person on my phone and she was on the other line letting me cry and scream. Through it all i have had a hand full of friends that i have fully let in and i am so greatful that Nikki is one of them.

 

We can truely be ourselves around eachother and not give two fucks what the other thinks cuz we both know we will laugh at the same things!!! We will always share the memories of our adventurous week from getting drunk at Epcot (BEEEEDOOOO BEEEDOOOOOO BEEEDOOOOO) to racing against time to make our shuttle only to miss it. 

This girl understands my crazy obsesion with all things Disney, cuz shes a crazy Disney Addict too. Who else busts out singing Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious with me while walking to find the cab driver that has no idea where he is, but her. Who else shares my excitment to meet Ariel and Tink but her. Hell she even wore a tutu with me on halloween.

 

 

NIKKI I love you to the moon and back!!!!!!! I cant wait to have more adventures with you. 

Old Factory Candles + Contest

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So I am really excited to announce that I am partaking in my first contest!!!!!!!!

About the Product

These candle gift sets each contain 3 different scented candles. Each candle burns clean and even for 20 hours. Hand-poured in the USA with natural soy wax, self-trimming wicks, and premium fragrance oils. Each gift set is themed around a group of related fragrances. So everyone is sure to find something perfect for every occasion, every room in the house, and all the special someones in your life.

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Each gift set is themed around a group of related fragrances. So everyone is sure to find something perfect for every occasion, every room in the house, and all the special someones in your life. Old Factory Candle Gift Sets are sold exclusively on Amazon.

I got the Fall Harvest: Pumpkin Spice, Cranberry, Autumn Leaves

let me just say that I am so pleased with the product. The packaging is so adorable!! The candles put out just the right amount of fragrence that it makes your house smell like a home and not overbare your home.

 They have different packs that fit into every life style.

So who is ready to get this giveaway started!!!!!!.

Prize: 1 box of Old Factory Candle Gift Set

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