Layered

I buy stuff on a whim sometimes without thinking about fit, function and versatility.  I was drawn to this top because of its polka dots. I bought a larger size to fit my chest area but it's so big in the waist area and  makes me look frumpy when worn a lone. Solution: Layer with a cardigan. Belting is another option but the top is empire waist.

Top - Target, Cardigan- Mark (Avon), Jeggings via TJ Maxx, Pumps - Nine West

Side Note: I need to take a crash course in photo editing. Help me somebody :(

Orange Chevron and Navy

I'm trying another color combination today. Forget black.  I've always loved black because it's safe but one of the color combos I now love is Navy and Orange. I also like the way the gold pops against the navy blue (it looks much better in real life).

Top - Ralph Lauren via TJ Maxx, Skirt - Old Navy(available here), Necklace - The Limited, Earrings - Avon

Beauty Post: The Benefits of Using a Facial Mask

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I want to live up to the name of my blog by bringing you another beauty post.
I've stuck to a skin care regimen for many years but I only recently started using a facial mask. This is an often neglected step in a lot of women's skin care regimens. And I don't blame you, everyone is busy.... but to get additional benefits, and treat any facial problems you may have, a facial mask used once or twice a week boosts your skin and offers a relaxing experience.

Benefits of Using a Facial Mask

1.They remove impurities, dirt and oil. If you have dry skin, you can add a boost of moisture by using a hydrating mask (Always use products suited to your skin type)

2. They relax you and your skin is revived.
3. They Remove dead skin cells to reveal smoother, glowing skin.

I've been using the Avon Clearskin Blemish clearing mask for a few weeks now and I'm liking the results. My skin is very soft and smooth everytime I use it and I'm breaking out less. If you have oily skin, it's a great option. You could also try Mark Shine Fighter Oil Control Mask from the Mark line. Read Reviews here
If you have normal skin but tend to be more oily in the summer, apply the facial mask on the T-zone (your forehead, nose and chin) avoiding the cheek area.

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Vintage Dresses, Peplums and Bow Tie Blouses

I love the style of the 50's and 60's and Mod Cloth is the place to find vintage style with a modern flair. Here are a few of my favorites from Modcloth. I'm feeling the dresses, peplum tops and Bow tie blouses. If you're looking to amp up your style and look more classy, these three styles are the way to go. Pair the Peplum top with a pencil skirt or cigarette pants. The blouse will look good tucked into a pencil skirt or Flared Jeans, and the dresses will look good will flats or peep toe pumps plus simple accessories to complete the look.

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The Many Hats Women Wear - In Honor of Mother's Day

A few years ago I had the privilege of showcasing one of my businesses at a direct sales team meeting and I was amazed at how many hats women wear.  As the women introduced themselves, they told everyone their professions- this in addition to the business they were running. It got me thinking.... women are amazing. It's not just work/life but it's work/life/business and much more that we are balancing.  That's just us and I think God put that in us. Look at the Proverbs 31 woman - she did it all while her husband was sitting at the gate. Many working women today are also the business owners in the family.  I hear that a majority of the small business start ups in recent years are owned by women.  I heard about a woman who earns a six figure income and runs around in the evening working her business. I think it's pure passion and love for doing something more empowering just as it is for me with my Avon business and now this blog. I started this blog on blogger a year ago and I'm really enjoying it. See my first post here to see why I blog.

So, that day I went to the meeting after rushing home from work, picking up the kids, getting something for them on the way, dropped them at my sister's while asking myself why am I doing this? At the end of the meeting though I was more energized. I got home did the dishes, fed the little one, put a load in the washer, read my bible and fulfilled my other wifely duties before finally calling it a night. (I don't advise doing this everyday). I Woke up to the voice of my husband saying it was after six. I quickly jumped out of bed.....it was time to put on the day job hat....

Just recently, I also attended a blogging conference and I was amazed at how many women were there who had full time jobs but are so passionate about blogging. Taking time out of their busy schedules to attend a blogging conference - Craziness? or passion. One of the speakers at the conference is an attorney by day and blogger on the side. As I was driving to the conference I was wondering: "what is an engineer doing going to this conference?" but I find (and I'm sure most of you feel the same way)  that all these things make me happy, more energized, and more fulfilled.

So to all women out there, many hats off to you and Happy Mother's day! (Whether you're a mom or not) and I pray thay you can one day  follow your real passions full time if you so desire.

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