Do You Have A Blog?

If you do have a blog, leave it in the comments below and I would be happy to take a look and probably follow it too!

do you have a tumblr?

A pinterest?

A twitter?

A blogspot?

A live journal?

Anything? let me know, I gotchyouuu!!! ;)

Leave your links in the comments below,
I'd love to take a look :)

xox
Sharlene

WHAT'S YOUR SIGNATURE SCENT?

Hey guys.

I dont I've ever blogged about perfume on here, which is shocking since I'm completely obsessed with perfume and have been for a while! I have a small collection going that I love and am very proud of.
This might seem a little strange but I'm always curious to know what people would have as a favourite Perfume.

Tell you what, I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours!


Basically the picture below contains a picture of my entire perfume collection thus far and the three smaller pictures on the right are the three faves. What??? you really thought I'd be able to pick just one? HA!

1. MAMBO - Liz Claiborne
 - Great perfume and my number one favourite. Mambo captures the rhythm and flirty spirit of the women who wear it. Its sensuality dances across the skin with rich notes of succulent mango, vibrant mandarin and the intense floral essence of ylang. Hypnotic notes of orange blossom, pink ginger, and the seductive aroma of red hibiscus make Mambo more intense. A sensual touch of exotic woods is romanced by the warmth of vanilla and musk, and the fire of sandalwood. AWESOME!

2.  GOLDEN DELICIOUS - DKNY
 - Smells heavanly, and great for a date night or an evening where you want to seem mature and sexy. DKNY Golden Delicious celebrates luxury and splendor with its rich and accentuated aromas of juicy 'Golden delices' apple, accompanied by orange blossom and Mirabelle plum. An opulent floral heart offers a bouquet of white roses, surrounded with Casablanca lilies, lily of the valley and vanilla orchid, while base caresses with notes of musk followed by a sensual woody trail of sandalwood and teak. AMAZING!

3. FOREVER - Mariah Carey
 - Though its a Celebrity Perfume, It actually smells great. Its sweet, sexy and it radiates "pretty" ... if that makes sense! It is a modern and opulent floral rhapsody, opening with neroli, lotus and green apple. Innocent and pure notes are supplemented with accords of tuberose and gardenia at the heart, while the base consists of sensual white musk and exotic wood. Combining notes of white flowers in this fragrance, its creator wanted to create sensual femininity and glamour…DEVINE!

What is your signature scent? 
(let me know in the comments below)

Xox
Sharlene

DEAR COFFEE:

I think I must be really craving caffeine this morning (and thinking about My  Dear Coffee posts from a while ago), because I decided to write this letter to my trusty friend, coffee.Dear Coffee…It’s been a while since I have posted about coffee on here, but by now you should know that I really love you. LOL, so I really do think about you a lot. But today I want to chat about how I have a whole latte love for your cousin, the latte…See, coffee, I really love you but I’m also super into lattes right now. They’re made with a shot of espresso (or two or three if you are really needing a boost!) and steamed milk, which is foamy and delicious. Lately I’ve seen so many different latte options at coffee places around White Rock and I’m interested to try them. You can get a latte with whole milk, nonfat milk, soy milk, almond milk, and even coconut milk at some places. And on top of that, there are tons of flavors out there like vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, and many more. So basically there are so many ways to customize your latte.Anyways, coffee, I don’t want you to think I don’t love you still—I do! I’m just having a bit of a latte moment. But you will always be my first true love :)xoxo,Sharlene (and all my latte lovers out there!)Soooo basically this morning is off to a great start. LOL!What’s your favorite coffee drink of all time?Share your silly thoughts and letters in the comments below!xoxoSharlene

PINSPIRATIONS: SHARE A PINTEREST BOARD WITH ME!

Hey guys! If you already follow me on Pinterest, you know that I’ve been pinning things like crazy lately. From yummy recipes to super silly stuff, there’s no denying that I have a Pinterest addiction—which I think is a good thing! Its Super IPhone friendly and highly addictive. 

Sign up for a Pinterest account if you haven’t already and start pinning, guys! Anyone can add me on it and I'll be more than happy to add you back :)

I can’t wait to see what you come up with on your little Pinterst dashboards !Are you going to leave the link to your Pinterest below?Be sure to leave it in the comments, I love pinterest and cant wait to see yours! 

Fashion Friday!

I really don't wear dresses but I wouldn't mind rocking this! 

How To Cover Up your Dark Circles Perfectly!! Goodbye Dry and Cakey!

When the circles under your eyes are the first thing people notice, take fast action to neutralize the circles. Watch out, though, because your fix might cause even more problems if you don’t choose a moisturizing product and apply it right. Cover up dark under-eye circles without making them look dry and cakey to create a smooth and flawless skin tone on your gorgeous face 

 1. Wash your face with your favorite cleanser and pat your skin dry gently with a soft towel.


 2. Slather on the moisturizing eye cream under your eyes while your skin is still slightly moist from washing. Rub in the cream gently to the entire area under your eyes.

 3. Apply a light layer of liquid concealer under your eyes, touching the applica
tor oh-so-gently to the skin. Don’t go crazy with the concealer -- start with just a smidgen and use more if you need it.

 4. Rub in the concealer with your clean fingertips to coat the skin and make the circles disappear. Keep going until you work the concealer in completely.

 5. Check your face out in the mirror. If you can still see shadows beneath your eyes, apply another light layer of concealer and work it in again with your fingertips. When your skin looks flawless, you’re almost done.

 6. Add a light layer of foundation over your entire face, blending it into the areas under your eyes carefully. You don’t need to cover the under-eye area with foundation -- you already did that with the concealer. Just blend the concealer and the foundation seamlessly for a perfect look.

 7. Load the makeup brush with the light powder and dust it over your face carefully. The powder will help set the concealer and foundation, keeping it from creasing, drying and looking cakey.






Tips & Tricks: 

• Match your liquid concealer and foundation perfectly to create an impeccable finish!!

Tag For Girls : WHAT'S YOUR MAKEUP STYLE?

I hope you guys have fun with this tag and I can't wait to read your responses!

1. EEK! You've got five minutes to do your makeup for a date. What's your minimum?
2. Pick a trend: crazy cat eyeliner, super hot pink blush, or feathered false lashes?
3. If you had to either give up all makeup for two months or give up your skincare for a week, which would you pick?
4. What beauty products are always in your purse?
5. Are there any beauty products that you keep coming back to throughout the years?
6. Smoky eyes or red lips?
7. Lipstick or lipgloss?
8. Are there any products that you never expected to like but ended up loving?

Here are my answers:

1. EEK! You've got five minutes to do your makeup for a date. What's your minimum? I would probably stick to a little concealer and some eyeliner :) 
2. Pick a trend: crazy cat eyeliner, super hot pink blush, or feathered false lashes? I would say crazy cat liner... Meoooww
3. If you had to either give up all makeup for two months or give up your skincare for a week, which would you pick? I would give up makeup. Its fun but I would much rather keep my skin healthy.
4. What beauty products are always in your purse? mascara, lip tint, lip balm and .. welp thats it! 
5. Are there any beauty products that you keep coming back to throughout the years? urban Decay's Zero Eye pencil! 
6. Smoky eyes or red lips? Smokey eyes! they're gorgeous on anyone!  :)
7. Lipstick or lipgloss? Stick! I'm all for that Matte look, baby!
8. Are there any products that you never expected to like but ended up loving? The really winged out eyeliner with little makeup for the face. I add on some lip colour though. 

Leave your answers to this tag in the comments below!

HEALTHY HABITS: 7 FOODS THAT BEAT THE BLUES

I know that soaking up some sunshine always helps me to lighten up, and catching up on sleep allows me to de-stress too.

 I was browsing the web as usual and I actually came across some really great stuff!

 Take a peek below and get ready to be pleasantly surprised!

1. Stressed? Chew on chocolate! Expert health and nutrition blogs like Livestrong say that nibbling on this yummy treat can help reduce stress hormones that can make you moody. Even eating just a tiny bit has proven to reduce anxiety and keep you level headed. Dark chocolate is more effective (and healthier) at reducing stress than milk chocolate, so remember that when you need a sweet pick-me-up!
2. Sluggish? Snack on a spinach salad! Besides being amazing for your health, spinach will also give you an energy boost in the middle of the school day or workday. These leaves have yummy nutrients that help increase blood flow to your brain and help you to recall information, according to WomansDay.com. Eat up to be strong, smart, and alert… just like Popeye! LOL.
3. Cranky? Eat an apple with peanut butter! I know I get cranky when I haven’t eaten in a while, and sometimes feeling grumpy just means you need a little snack. Apple slices with peanut butter are a great way to boost your mood because this snack won’t give you a sugar crash (it only has natural sugars) and the peanut butter has healthy proteins that will increase your energy levels too.
4. Anxious? Try a salmon burger! Ok, I know this one is random, but there’s truth behind it, according to Health.com! Salmon is a really good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are nutrients that will help to calm you down during the day. In fact, regularly eating foods with omega-3s has even been proven to keep you a happy camper! A salmon burger is a yummy way to switch up a traditional American hamburger. Add some veggies and toppings and you’ll basically be eating away anxiety…in a good way! So cool!
5. Angry? Sip on green tea! I think green tea is a really refreshing drink, and I like to pour mine over ice on a hot afternoon. I’ve read about so many benefits of this drink, including lowering your cholesterol, preventing cancer, and giving you a healthy dose of antioxidants. But little did I know that it actually helps to keep you calm, concentrated, and focused too. If you’re angry about something and it keeps bugging you in the back of your mind all day, grab a green tea, take a deep breath, and say ahhhh…
6. Sad? Munch of a bowl of cereal! Ok, first of all, I don’t want any of you to be sad…ever! I want you to always have smiles on your pretty little faces :) But for those downer days when you do need a little happiness boost, a bowl of healthy cereal and milk can do just the trick. Sometimes we get sad because our bodies aren’t getting the right vitamins. Vitamin D, which is in milk and healthy cereals, helps to promote happy thoughts in your brain. According to Shape, not getting enough Vitamin D throughout the day can really bum you out, so drink up! A good way to give your body this boost every day is to have a good ol’ bowl of cereal for breakfast.
7. PMSing? Make an egg-salad sandwich! All you ladies out there, this one’s for you. You might automatically reach for ice cream or salty chips to cure your cravings when it’s that time of the month, but these foods can actually make you feel grumpier because they don’t give your body the right nutrition. An egg-salad sandwich on whole grain toast should be your new best-PMS-food-friend. Eggs have happiness-boosting nutrients, and healthy carbs like whole grain breads are a healthy, alternative way to satisfy your cravings for bagels and chips.
   

 If I were you, I would bookmark this page and make it your go-to guide for when you need to beat the blues.

Well, what did you think!? What mood boosting food looks the yummiest to you? If you have any of your own tried-and-true tips for beating the blues, share them in the comments below!

xoxo
Sharlene

Puzzle Time: Can you Solve Me?

Online jigsaw puzzles from JigsawSite.com

Dear Coffee...

More than any other day of the week, it tends to be Monday and Friday mornings that you need a cup of coffee most. For coffee lovers, nothing else really compares. That’s why this Friday morning, I wanted to take the time to thank coffee. There is perhaps no greater source of motivation on those tired, sleepy mornings at the end of the week than a simple cup of just that. Especially since Friday is my only Morning shift of the entire week. So, without further ado, a thank-you letter to coffee:


Dear Coffee,

It's mornings like this that make me appreciate how wonderful you truly are. I am so glad you were brought to this earth as a tiny bean so that we can brew you and enjoy you.

I prefer you with two teaspoons of sugar and a tiny bit of milk. But some people prefer you iced. And some people prefer you with cream. Some people even prefer you with nothing at all, a great testimony to how perfect you really are.

I just wanted you to know… because sometimes, there is nothing better on a tiresome morning than a good ole cup of joe.
xoxo,
Sharlene (+ the rest of the world!)

Summer Manicure...

Hi! I just wanted to share this summery cute French manicure that I found while browsing on-line. I love the colors and think it is such a creative way to do a pastel manicure this spring. I am addicted to nail art and I get super excited when I see something I haven't dont before. As a French manicure loyalist, I’m intrigued by the diagonal tips in this design. I don’t know that I would have ever thought to do that, but I have to say, I love the result! I haven't done it on my self yet so I thought I'd just use the picture that inspired me for this post.


To do a diagonal tip on your French manicure, you would either need to tape off the section that you will be painting white ahead of time, or just have a really steady hand and use a brush for a little bit of a softer edge. It almost looks snow-capped in this photo...

What do you think of this funky French manicure? Is this something you think you would try, and if so, what colors would you use? Let me know below!

Décor Idea: Flower Jar

Hi there people! I saw this idea for a lovely flower jar while browsing on-line the other day and fell in love with it so much just had to share! I'm totally doing this when I renovate my room this summer!

To make a pretty rose jar like the one above, the pinner suggests clipping rose heads before the flower has died to ensure they are open and in bloom like the ones above. Then carefully arrange them within a glass container and seal with a lid!

This jar makes a great table accent, bookend, or would even be a pretty centerpiece. The size of the jar will make a big difference in this craft, so just pick something proportional to the rest of your setup. :)

Do you save any flowers? What are some other nice things you can do with them?

I Need Some Coffee Loving...

I never thought I’d say this, but I am really loving coffee these days. I just started drinking it randomly a while back and now I probably have a cup every morning. I even find myself craving the taste when I wake up and now I have a cup pretty much every morning.

 I guess you could say my coffee habit was inevitable considering my mother has one of those super easy to use kettle thing. Since it's is so simple, I haven’t had to learn how to make coffee the traditional way. I just buy the little coffee cans, pop some in my cute little Disney mugs and voila—I have a deliciously yummy cup of hot coffee. I like French Vanilla coffee mix that you can buy from Tim hortens or I like nestle coffee powder with some French vanilla flavoured syrup and a splash of milk.

When I’m craving something a little sweeter I use almond milk since it definitely gives it a nice warm nutty flavor. I also add in some sugar too, which add a tad of sweetness as well. But if I'm making the coffee then I make it pretty darn strong. I really like the almond milk and FV syrup combination because it makes me feel like I’m drinking a super sugary, Starbucks-like drink that’s actually a lot more healthier than it tastes. Recently, I’ve dabbled into iced coffee when I’m out and about with friends, but I’m still not hooked on them yet. Usually I only drink them when my friends get one… Maybe it will catch on soon? Do you drink iced coffee? If so, any suggestions for me?

I used to live Timmies Iced caps and now I prefer the Regular McDonalds Iced Coffee's!

Random Thoughts: Stress?

I think that everyone deals with stress differently. Some people like to address the problems that are stressing them out head on and others prefer to just take their mind off things and hope that the stress fizzles out. I’m definitely in the second category; I’m more of a stress-avoider. When I’m really stressed out I like to just escape it by doing enjoyable activities like reading a book or watching a movie. Just anything that will help me take my mind off of whatever’s making me stressed. If it’s something I’m really dreading and getting nervous about, I find it’s easier sometimes to just go to bed early and sleep it off. A lot of people like to confront whatever’s stressing them out head on and just get over it, but I deal with things better if I just take a deep breath and decide to take my mind off of things. A stress escape artist, if you will.

My New Breakfast Love:

Oh my gosh! About a Month ago I was in subway and I saw this adorable and delish looking yogurt parfait thing that I wanted to try. I never had a something like that before and I just couldn't believe my taste-buds! I swore that I would learn how to make them so I wouldn't have to spend money buying them everyday.

Here are some mix-ins that you can add to your yogurt for a breakfast creation that’s all your own:
Any and all fruit
Granola
Your favorite cereal
Quinoa Nuts (almond slices or pecans work well)
Honey Cinnamon
A bit of vanilla extract
Raisins
Coconut flakes or coconut milk
Or just eat it plain!

PS: If you’re having Greek yogurt, adding a little sweetener can take some of the bite out of the taste.

I’m usually not too hungry in the mornings, but yogurt is a light and easy way to make sure I get something to eat. I really hate it when I forget to grab something before I leave for work, my tummy will growl all day and that's just not cute!
 I recommend giving this a try if you’re not much of a breakfast person yourself.

Bonus: this also makes for a tasty and healthy dessert, so stock up!

Novel Nerd: The Diary of Anne Frank

The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was never asked to read this during school, as most kids are. I actually remember having a field trip to meet a holocaust survivor and that was when I became interested in that time period. I knew nothing about Anne Frank or her story until recently and I still cant figure out how that can be.

Anyway, I read it and loved it. I also watched a documentary showing what the secret annex looks like now and how small the attic really was. I think that this diary really will open your eyes to something you maybe didn't know so much about. The fact that this is a REAL diary of a young girl who was forced to live in a attic with her family, another family, and another man just to escape death, blows my mind. I own this novel, and I shall forever love it and read it.

Overall: I rate this novel 5/5 because its unlike any novel you will ever read. =D

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I want to take more pictures...

I realized that I don't really post pictures as much as I used to, I want to start again. I wanted this blog to be flippin fun because it was going to be all me all the time. Whatever I like, dislike, thangs like deyaat!! ;)


But I miss taking pictures which I used to do when I first started this blog and I'm doing again now (thanks to tumblr)


So hopefully, between, my camera and webcam, I can keep y'all posted with silly little pics of me. I really find them fun and I dont mean to be conceited by always posting pics of myself. I'll post pictures of whatever, I won't always be of me.


I just enjoy going back page after page and remembering. I really encourage other people to start blogs, REAL BLOGS. I love tumblr, and its fun but its all reblogging mostly. On an actual blog, its YOUR posts all the time. Its like looking back at a diary.


:) Its fun and people start to understand you better, especially when you feel misunderstood.

I'm back! .. with a vengeance!

Just came back from a weekend trip to Seattle. I haven't blogged in a while so I thought I would spend the rest of this day catching up on sites I have neglected.

Got to see my little Radhika Arshi again and she grew so much in such a short little time!

why is it monday already?

I know I should be sleeping since its currently 12:30 am and I have nothing to do. But I cant bring myself to actually get settled into bed and all that .. EVEN though its right behind me.

What is up with today? complete lazy Sunday all day and its now even dragging into Monday.. this is straight up tomfoolery!

Oh well looks like I'll be on tumblr for a couple of hours... smh

PS: I'm craving warm chocolate chip cookies right about now

Earring double up!