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Monthly Archives: July 2014
Link Love!
Always in the market for new ways to have popcorn- I mean, who doesn’t love baby animals…?!
- Incase the first link didn’t have enough popcorn ideas for you…
- I need these in my life immediately.
- This recipe is a MUST for girls’ nights!!
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#kaylas20plus10 recap!
Here’s my 20plus10 in pictures! I went down to AC with 7 of my closest friends (Missed you JMichele!) And we had an absolute blast. From relaxing on the beach, gambling, getting dolled up, having a fab dinner, chillin next to a bonfire-where they gave me the most thoughtful & special gift; personal written notes, I was a blubbering mess…!-to heading out of the town, it was the best way I could imagine bringing in a new decade. Okay enough chit chat, check out the photos!
the night before the big 3-0, I went for breakfast for dinner with my Dad, Grandpa, & baby bestie. she gave me the sweetest gift and card. How cool was the mani I did?!
road mimosas, a 2-disc edition of my fave songs, Mikhaila’s delicious donuts, and some shots kicked off the day on the beach.
my beautiful dolls!
the coolest bathroom I’ve ever been in @ the continental
Sarah, baby tooth, yours truly, Dani, Jord, Monica, Mikhaila, Dana
fun bday’ed out room
sunset carousel ride
before I became a hot mess because of the most thoughtful gift I ever received. each of their words made me feel incredible special. and there was some letters from some of my favorite people that couldn’t make it.
Sarah & b-tooth surprised me with a limo to head out to dance all night. it was so much fun, our driver was amazing!
made some new friends and stayed in VIP all night. my snapchat story was one giant “I bet you wish you were here” montage.
My 20plus10 was an amazing night and I can’t wait to see what this new decade has in store! Vacation recap will be up next week, xo!
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Product Review
Sigh, I was underwhelmed by this duo. I wanted to like it more than I did. Granted, I only have tried it once, but the way it made my hair feel just wasn’t for me. I have pretty knotty hair when I get out of the shower as it is and this made it 100 times worse. My aunt ended up combing out my hair for me and it took a good 5 minutes. My hair didn’t feel clean and my beach waves didn’t look much different. I will try it again at some point. If I have a different opinion after, I’ll let ya know! Xo.
*I received this product from influenster in exchange for an honest review.
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A Book In Review
Book Description
After graduating high school, Olivia “Ollie” McKenna leaves her small town roots in Summerville, Georgia, to pursue her dream of becoming a professional singer. With her best friend and older sister in tow, wholesome Ollie travels to the big city to compete in singing contest Atlanta Idol. There she meets nineteen-year-old Jack Bradley, a fellow country singer who quickly becomes a close friend. The connection between them is magnetic and an opportunity to sing together could change their lives forever. But what about Ollie’s mama’s fear of the music business? She’s been burned by the lures of the bright lights before and doesn’t want Ollie anywhere near that world. And Ollie’s growing feelings for Jack as more than just a pal could ruin everything. Despite her own doubts, Ollie is determined to win. Can she make her dream come true or will she return to her hometown empty-handed and brokenhearted?
Review:
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. American Honey was the third book I read on vacation, it was the perfect beach read. The Southern setting of the book was perfect because I vacation in South Carolina so I was able to hear the accents of the characters perfectly. Not a huge fan of country music, but I loved the songs that are included in the book written by the characters. I also really loved the whole singing contest aspect. I can’t wait for the next book to come out, but this was great as a stand-alone novel. I recommend this 3.5 star book for anyone who needs a quick, fun, Southern beach read, xo!
Author Bio
Nancy Scrofano is the author of American Honey, True Love Way and Cupid On Deck, as well as short stories in the Sunlounger and Merry & Bright anthologies. She lives in southern California where she is at work on her next novel. For more information about Nancy, please visit www.nancyscrofano.com.
Product Review!
Hawaiian Tropic’s after sun lotion is my most favorite product of Summer. I heard about it last year from Elle-allthatglitters21 and she raved about how much you needed this product if you planned on hitting the beach. We picked up a few and it’s become a family favorite. The smell-hello, coconut papaya…yes, please- is amazing, it’s so tropical and fruity. And the geniuses over there at HT are giving you two products in one, it has aloe vera mixed in with moisturizer-every beach go-er’s dream! If you love to lay outside and get your tan on, you MUST purchase this product. This will help keep your skin nice and moisturized. If you are fair skinned and get burned badly, you MUST pick up this product. No more aloe vera in the fridge for you, cause this will cool your skin as it moisturizes so you won’t peel as bad. Til next time, xo!
*I received this product from influenster in exchange for an honest review.
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Beach Playlist
Here’s what I’m currently listening to while I’m laying on the beach;
- really don’t care by demi lovato feat. cher lloyd
- strawberry bubblegum by jt
- what makes you beautiful by 1d
- tom ford by jayz
- under the boardwalk
- knock three times
- rude by magic
- where’s the party at? by jagged edge feat. nelly
- overprotected by britney
- love you like a love song by selena gomez
- anything could happen by ellie goulding
- waves by mr. probz
- all about that by meghan trainor
- nothing ever happens by rachel platten
- u don’t have to call by usher
- summer love by jt
Let me know what songs you’re feeling for Summer cause I’m always ready to add some music to my playlists, xo!
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A Book In Review!
Brief Summary:
In this irresistible romantic romp, movie fanatic Kensington Shaw is thrown into love—Hollywood-style—when her gorgeous ex presents a series of big screen challenges to win back her heart.
What girl wouldn’t want to experience the Pretty Woman shopping scene? It’s number two on the list. Or, try the lift from Dirty Dancing? It’s number five. One list, ten romantic movie moments, and a handful of shenanigans later, Kenzi has to wonder…should she marry the man her family loves, or risk everything for a love like the movies?
Review:
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. This book reads like a movie, the author does an amazing job of painting each scene perfectly. Kensington is the perfect leading lady. You want to be her friend. This book is the perfect weekend read, which is exactly how long it took me to read it. I recommend this book to anyone that loves a good rom-com, this 4.5 star book will have you laughing out loud and rooting for Kenzi til the end, xo!
BIO:
Victoria Van Tiem is the author of LOVE LIKE THE MOVIES. She’s also an artist, black belt, mom of two, wife of one, and resident caretaker of her family zoo—including their beloved, pot-bellied pig, Pobby. Repped by Jenny Bent of The Bent Agency.
By the Book!
Love Like The Movies is available in UK,US, CA, Italy, AU, and soon-Russia, Brazil, Czech Republic & Slovak Republic!
Available through various bookstores & retailers: Amazon, Kobo, iBooks & more.
UK Paperback & eBook – http://amzn.to/1sacjcG
US Paperback & eBook – http://amzn.to/1miLez8
ITALY Hard Cover & eBook – http://amzn.to/1mrN3bv http://bit.ly/1jHymoM
AU Paperback & eBook – http://amzn.to/1whI7tZ
CA Paperback & eBook – http://amzn.to/1nsv485
Visit the following stops along the way for a book review!
July 21- Keep Calm and Blog On
July 23 – Chicks That Read
July 24 – We Read to Live
July 25 – M’s Bookshelf – Excerpt
July 28 – Sky’s Book Corner
July 29 – A Writer in A Wheelchair
July 30 – Reading in Black and White
July 31- Annabel & Alice
August 1 – Book Addict Shaun
August 4 – Ski-Wee’s Book Corner
#30before30
Well since today is my big 3-0, here’s the final update…well kinda. When I wrote my #30before30 I had every intention of getting everything on the list done, but then stuff popped up and I didn’t finish it. So the rest of this list will now be referred to the #30while30. I will add a few more things to it as I go along and I pinky promise I’ll complete it by my 31st or 29th ( I may go backwards on my next birthday, we’ll see) But for now check out what was done below, xo!
1_Go to a diner, a drive-in, and a dive. As seen on the hit show “Diners, Drive-ins, & Dives”Diner-done, Eveready-it’s right down the road and one of my faves.
2_Drive out of the state of New York. Done 7.18.13!
3_Do karaoke at a bar.
4_Skip a rock. Done 6.24.14!
4_Take a yoga class.
5_Volunteer at a soup kitchen.
6_Learn how to french braid. Done, 5.31.14! No picture or post. I wouldn’t say I’m a master of the french braid, but hey I can do one for someone else!
7_Get a makeover.
8_Take the Sex and the City city tour and pose of Carrie’s steps.
9_Learn how to properly use chopsticks. Done! I’ve practiced a lot so I don’t have an exact date, but I’m a chopstick master now!
10_Learn the choreography for I’m A Slave 4 U music video.
11_Get a brazilian wax.
12_Take a cooking class. Done, 5.16.14!
13_Learn to ice skate and roller skate, well. is now, be more flexible and able to do a split again.
14_Find my signature shade of lipstick.
15_Get individual false eyelashes applied.
16_Film and send in mine and babytooth’s The Amazing Race audition tape.
17_Go geocaching. Done, 5.26.14!
18_Domain my blog and get better at learning how much more I can actually do with it.
19_Get my eyebrows threaded.
20_Clean out my closet & keep it clean. Done 7.5.14! I don’t have any pictures, but I went for it and got 3 bags of clothes to donate out of it! I also decided that I was on a role and cleaned and organized my whole room. Phew, it was a good day!
21_Go on a local wine tour.
22_Learn the French alphabet.
23_Complete a month of CrossFit. Okay, I kinda cheated by just adding this one when my month of CF is almost up, but I honestly never thought I could do it. I amaze myself each time I enter the box. *Shoutout to my girls-btooth & MK, I couldn’t do it without you and I’m SO proud of both of you!! Done! I actually did two months of CF!!
24_See Phantom on Broadway.
25_Make cotton candy.
26_Teach Zoey how to jump on the bed. is now get a tattoo.
27_Do the touristy NYC thing.
28_Get a facial.
29_Learn to make candles.
30_Get a mammogram.
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*PS-no fiveday post today, cause as you’re reading this I’m on the beach with my 7 closest friends celebrating my #20plus10. Next week, I’m away on vacation, so there will be a few regular posts, except no fiveday. HUGE birthday/vaca recap will be up the week of the 28th. Until next time, XO!
Link Love
- What Khloe says about turning 30, hits close to home and are my feelings as well.
- This article is perfect about how to rock a dark polish in the Summer, nothing like mixing it up…!
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