RIP Gia Allemand

Many of my readers may not know who Gia Allemand is, unless of course you watched The Bachelor and Bachelor Pad. I don't know Gia but when I read the news, my heart just went out to her, her friends and her family. Considering her seasons on the Bachelor and Bachelor Pad, she was one of the sweetest and most down to earth people EVER on a reality show. I loved watching those two shows and Gia was by far my favourite on her seasons.

It's heartbreaking to me.. somebody so young (29), beautiful.. somebody who could have had the world at the drop of a hat, all thanks to her huge heart.

The cause of death is being ruled as an apparent suicide. Apparently, whatever happened, caused her to be on life support since Monday night when she was found and she was taken off today due to a loss of brain and organ function. I know how it feels to have to do that, and this story just pains me to hear.

Rest in peace to one of the sweetest, kindest, and genuine people who was ever on a reality show!

August 2013 Ipsy Review

My Ipsy bag came fast this month, which was good - I was a little worried that I should have skipped 2 months with our move coming up, but it was fast so it's all good. I'm still upset that I have to skip next month, but with the cost of mail forwarding here, it just makes sense and I would rather not chance it coming here when we have already moved.

I have to say, I am truly loving Ipsy right now! Each month I have been more and more impressed with their selections and I like that it is tailored to each individual person via the quiz on their website. All the samples are very generous sizes and I'm getting to try out tons of products that I may not even heard of. Plus, for like $10 a month, you can't go wrong!

First of all, how cute is this little make up bag that had all the products in it? It's adorable and perfect for traveling!

Nyx Cream Blush in Golden

Retail Price: $6

It's not as red and bright as the photo shows (sorry!) and is perfect for every day wear. It goes on smooth and stays put all day. I haven't had much luck in the past with cream blush, but I am really like this product!

Noya Vanilla Lip Balm

Retail Price: $3.99

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love my lip balm. I carry anywhere from 3-5 tubes on me at once and get really dry lips, especially in Winter. This stuff smells great, and goes on very silky and smooth, like lip gloss. I would definitely buy this product! I also love the fact that it is all natural.

Pixi Lash Booster Mascara in Blackest Black

Retail Price: $19

Very cute packaging and definitely something I could use! I still have my last mascara sample that I am working through so I haven't tried this one yet, but can't wait to do so.

Pacifica Multi-Mineral BB Cream

Retail Price: $16 (full size)

It almost has a shimmer effect to it, but goes on very smooth and leaves my skin feeling silky.

Michael Todd True Organics Facial Scrub

Retail Price: $18 (full size)

This was a VERY generous sized sample and it has a very clay like feel to it. I'm pretty impressed with this stuff so far!

So, what did you all receive in this months Ipsy bag?

Sunday Social - Week 62

It's that time of the week again - Sunday Social time!

1. When you were little what did you want to be when you grew up?

So many things.. First was a singer, which I think almost anyone dreams about at some point. Unfortunately, I realized quickly that I didn't have neither the personality or the voice! Next was a veterinarian, and as much as I love animals, I don't think I would have the emotional strength needed to work in that field. Then, it was a journalist. I wanted to work for a major newspaper writing all the breaking headlines!

2. What was your favorite way to kill time as a kid?

Riding my bike. One of the perks of living out in the country was being free to ride and play outside to my hearts content. My best friend lived about 1-2 kilometres away, so we would usually either be biking from one of our houses to the other.. Or, biking into town once we were a bit older.

3. When did you get your first cell phone?

I was 12, and back then I was one of the first of my friends to have one, which I thought made me awesome.. It was a big clunky thing, but I thought I was so cool.

4. What is your favorite magazine to read?

I still love reading People magazine, mainly because my husband is able to snatch them up from women that he works with, but its nice sometimes to keep up with celebrity gossip.

5. What is the one random object people would be surprised to find in your purse?

Hmmm... I am not sure what would be more surprising, the fact that I always carry 3 or more lip balms or a total of 2 notebooks and 1 day planner. A lot of things usually end up finding their way into my purse, my husband always jokes that I am going to have shoulder problems because there is so much stuff in there! But, I like to be prepared.