Still Here!

Hello, everyone! Just a quick update to let you all know that I am still here! :) I have been working really hard lately and free time just isn't in the cards for me right now, but that's okay. For now, I've been noting down any content that I want to blog or make a video on in a notebook. It's crazy how fast the days go by. It has already been a month since my last blog post. My life has been so busy lately, but I am really enjoying my new career. It is a great adventure for sure! I honestly never thought I would find a "job" that I actually love going to every day. It's important to do something you love doing and not something you dread having to do. I've definitely had those types of jobs in the past. I think we all have at some point.


I am working on finding some free time to make videos. It is something that I'm really excited about getting back to. I could kick myself for stopping and deleting past videos...but I won't. (;P) I'm just going to keep on keepin' on and look forward to that free moment (whenever that may be) to put something out into YouTube Land!


In the meantime, I hope all is well with everyone! 

Where Have I Been?!?!

Hey, everyone! Sorry it has been so long. I bet some of you are wondering where I have been. Yes? No?! lol Well, I'm going to tell you anyway so there! ( ; P)


It has been a crazy year already and we still have quite a ways to go. I have been trying to start a business of my own, and it was so time consuming and I really wasn't getting anywhere with it. I prayed about it, and within a few days, I got an interview at a place I never expected to get a call back from. I knew I was qualified for the job, but I also knew that so many others would have applied for it as well. It truly is a dream job to have! So, I suppose you all can guess...I got the position! I was told after my interview (which went amazingly well) that I would hear from them either way the following week. An hour and half later they called me and offered me the job!!!!


It has been an adjustment for my whole family, but I really love what I do. For privacy reasons, I do not want to disclose where I work so I hope you understand. I just want to apologize for being away so long, and I am hoping to jump back into everything...including making YouTube videos again in the near future. I know what you are thinking...yeah, right! She keeps saying that and then...nothing! I took down all of my videos except for one a long time ago, thinking that I was all done. I was hanging up my hat on the social media gig and focusing on other things. But you know what? I really miss it! I miss interacting with everyone! Even though I currently have a small channel, it just meant I was able to be closer to all of the viewers and that meant a lot.


I look back now at other women that were starting out at the same time as myself; who I would talk to through messaging and emails and I see that they now have 50,000...200,000...and even one that now has over 1 Million subscribers! I am so proud of all of them, and have been a subscriber; watching as they have grown successful YouTube channels. You know who you are! Way to go ladies! While I never started my channel for subscriber count or money...I have to say that if you stay true to who you are...it is a given that you will have a successful channel. I see that in these women who I have grown to admire for their dedication and for them staying true to who they are from the very beginning.


As for now, I do not want to commit to a regular schedule on blogging or videos just yet. I want you to know that I am working hard for my family and when the time comes that I get a free moment to myself, I will be focusing on putting up more content. I can't wait to come back! I hope all is well with everyone! :)

February 2016 Ipsy Glam Bag - Pretty In #IPSYPINK

Check out what I received in this month's IPSY GLAM BAG! It included 3 Full Size products and 2 Sample Size products this month. Ipsy is a monthly subscription service that is only $10 a month! You take a quiz so they can establish what type of style you are into and they do their best to reflect that in your glam bag each month. At the end, I will show you the prices of each item so you can determine if ipsy is worth it to you! :)

 NEW! Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil (Sample Size)



Chella (Sample Size)

naked cosmetics Sierra Nevada #SN-02 Mica Pigment (Full Size)

Luxe Brush (Full Size)

Jersey Shore Spa All Natural

Anti-Aging Lip & Hand Polish in Vanilla Bean 1 oz.

(Full Size)

Now, is it worth $10? Let's see...

 NEW! Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil (Sample Size) $7.50

Chella (Sample Size) $10.00

naked cosmetics (Sample or Full Size?) $14.99

Luxe Brush (Full Size) $12.00

Jersey Shore Spa All Natural

Anti-Aging Lip & Hand Polish in Vanilla Bean 1 oz. $20.00

TOTAL = $64.49!!!

If you want to sign up to receive ipsy, here is my invite link:

https://www.ipsy.com/new?refer=yvxv

If you already have a subscription to ipsy, I would love to see what you received in your February Glam Bag! Feel free to share it with me on Twitter and/or Facebook! Tag me @mayday1101

Click here to see what I received in my January Ipsy Glam Bag

This is not a sponsored post. All items were purchased by me and my opinions are my own. Ipsy link provided is my invite referral link. Prices provided are based off of prices found on brand websites, or in the event a sample size wasn't available there, prices were found on comparable sites. (i.e. ebay)

My Sweet Valentine #FTLOF



Valentines Day is fast approaching and For the Love of February if it isn't the most romantic night for some and the biggest upset for others. Here's the thing that gets me: Why do some feel like their partner should only be appreciated on that day? For a great relationship, appreciation and affection should be shown on a daily basis.

I'm sure that you have all heard people refer to Valentines Day as a "Hallmark Holiday" and it was to boost sales for the flower, candy and card businesses. I can see the point being made. However, it is important to make TIME for your partner on this special day. It doesn't have to be an expensive, lavish night out. Take the time and effort into making something meaningful and it will be worth more and mean more than any monetary gift. This is something you should be doing periodically anyway.

That being said, in order to be able to put that time and effort into another person, we must first put the time and effort to love one's self. Be appreciative of and confident in where you are in life and I can almost guarantee that you will have a healthier relationship with someone than if you weren't happy in your own life when you met them. It takes a secure person to be able to rely on another and to let them into your 'bubble' so to speak. Think about it; you are willingly allowing another person into your life for the good, the bad, and the ugly. That is a HUGE deal and should never be taken lightly.

Go into a relationship being healthy: mind, body and soul. While I'm not a professional in relationships, I can tell you that jealousy, insults and disrespect will only cause unhealthy relationships. Having experienced people like that in my past, I feel confident in saying it is such a waste of time and energy. I have also experienced relationships where we were completely respectful to each other and for whatever reason it didn't work out. Although we are still civil with each other when we speak.

Honesty, loyalty, respect, kindness...those are the best qualities in a relationship. In order to get that from someone, you must be able to give it as well. It's a big commitment, but the payoff can be wonderful!


I hope you all have an amazing Valentines Day! And if it's not...know that it's just another day and guys aren't always romantic. If they try and completely fail, look at how they tried. That's something! :)


Be sure to check back for more "For the Love of February" topics throughout the month. Plus, a different theme every month this year! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and coming back soon to YouTube. Or you can subscribe to this blog and have it emailed to you as well. Have a great day everyone! :)

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For The Love of February #FTLOF

Hi, everyone! Wow...January flew right by! It's time for a new month and a new theme! This month's theme is called, For The Love of February! We will delve into what we are really passionate about...and it's not just about relationships with others, but also the  relationship you have with yourself. What I mean is, while we have important relationships with others, we need to also know ourselves and have love for ourselves. It's extremely important, yet often overlooked or put on the back-burner for others or for our fast-paced everyday lives.


To truly love ones self, you need to be happy with how you look, what you feed your body (emotionally, intellectually, physically, and nutritionally), among many other things. We will get into all of that and more throughout the month!

Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Twitter to join in on discussions. Be sure to use this month's hashtag #FTLOF

WHAT'S INSIDE MY JANUARY 2016 IPSY GLAM BAG! #JanIpsyGlam

Check out what I received in this month's IPSY GLAM BAG! It included 4 out of 5 products in FULL SIZE this month! Ipsy is a monthly subscription service that is only $10 a month! You take a quiz so they can establish what type of style you are into and do their best to reflect that in your glam bag each month. It isn't just a one bag works for all type of thing. What you get may not be what the next person gets. Plus, their customer service is pretty amazing.

 Last month, I had a product that leaked during shipment and ruined other products. A quick email and they were happy to replace the damaged products and their response time what awesome. Within a week, my products were replaced. Be sure to read until the end where I will add up the value of the contents to see if you think it is worth it. On that note...here is what I received in my January ipsy "All Eyes on You" Glam Bag.

Jelly pong pong Fairy Lashes mascara

(Full Size)

pūr~lisse Blue Lotus 4-in-1 Eye Adore Serum

( .24 oz. Sample Size)

the Balm MR. RIGHT (NOW) eyeliner pencil in "Jac"

(Full Size)

City Color Eyeshadow Trio "Falling Leaves

(Full Size)

Lasting Smiles Organic Lip Balm in Peppermint Crème

(Full Size)

Now, is it worth $10? Let's see...

Jelly pong pong Fairy Lashes mascara $21.95

pūr~lisse Blue Lotus 4-in-1 Eye Adore Serum .24oz sample size $11.99

the Balm MR. RIGHT (NOW) eyeliner pencil in "Jac" $17.00

City Color Eyeshadow Trio "Falling Leaves $5.99

Lasting Smiles Organic Lip Balm in Peppermint Crème $4.99

TOTAL = $61.92!!!

It seems like ipsy is stepping up their game when it comes to products! If you want to sign up to receive ipsy, here is my invite link: https://www.ipsy.com/new?refer=yvxv

If you already have a subscription to ipsy, I would love to see what you received in your January Glam Bag! Feel free to share it with me on Twitter and/or Facebook!

This post is not a sponsored post. I pay for my own subscription and all opinions are my own.

Holding Yourself Accountable for your Actions! #JIJ

I was starting to get a little irritated with my ipsy bag blog post because it won't let me add my pictures. That's a pretty crucial part of a 'what's inside' topic so I'm not too happy. It's a work in progress as am I. lol I say that because, I decided to take a break from it for awhile and started looking at old blog posts. It only made me more disappointed...in myself. I have decided that I need to share this with you (even though it is kind of embarrassing), so that maybe it can be used as a teachable moment in your own lives. It also fits right in with this 2nd topic I wanted to share for #JumpIntoJanuary; Holding Yourself Accountable. So, here we go back in time. Cue the time travel music. ;)


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Blog post from December 26, 2013. Getting ready for the New Year! Read on to see what unfolds.



Hi everyone! I hope you all had a Merry Christmas! I sat down to review a product I have been testing out and noticed that this is my 100th blog post! It doesn't seem like I've had my blog that long.

So, have you picked your New Year's resolution yet? I have so many and I have no plans on narrowing it down. I will be making major changes this upcoming year and I can't wait to include you all along the way! I will be making more content on my YouTube channel and am working toward figuring out a schedule and hope to have consistent content available in the near future. Also, I will be doing more with this blog and possibly working on a new layout at some point next year. I'm looking to do more product reviews, DIY's and much more! Psst...don't forget random giveaways on most of my social media from time to time as well. So fun! :)



I am also going to be putting jewelry up on my Etsy shop that I created this year. I will be announcing the opening of my shop when the inventory is up and ready to sell. There is no set date on that as of yet, but I will update as progress is made. I thoroughly enjoy making quality jewelry pieces for myself as well as friends and family. I feel I am ready to expand my hobby and start selling my creations to the public. On top of that, I will be finishing up my Associates degree this Winter semester so yes...busy, busy my way, but the drive is there and I am ready for anything.

I found that doing my blog posts, creating YouTube content, making jewelry and doing projects really makes me happy. So, for 2014 I plan on going for it and not holding back. Many things happened this year that really deterred me from my goals, but I have overcome those obstacles and am ready to take on 2014 with a fresh start and outlook.
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There it is, right there; staring at me like I'm on a diet and depriving myself of that delicious looking cake! That's another matter entirely, but this thing we call life...it's all a battle! I could go into how I thought the struggles were over, how a lot of obstacles resurfaced or new ones emerged, but the bottom line is that I let it get in the way of my goals. Goals that I felt and still feel so strongly a passionate about. Not for 1 year, but for 2 years! 2 years is a long time and a lot could have happened. Could I have been successful in those 2 years in making a great YouTube channel? Could I have been successful with sharing my love of making jewelry with the world? I will never know how those 2 years would have gone because I didn't give it my all. I am the only one to blame for that.


Sometimes it's good to take a look back at what you've done (or said you would do), make adjustments and move forward. We are who we allow ourselves to be. Like I said before, we are only human and we make mistakes. However, we need to use those  mistakes or other experiences as life lessons to hold ourselves accountable and to change our own path. I look forward to sharing my journey with you all.


Did you ever feel like you got off track somewhere along the line? Ever wish you didn't quit at something? You are not alone. We all lose sight of goals and most end up regretting it. Feel free to share your thoughts and get a discussion going on any of my social media platforms. Be sure to use #JIJ or JumpIntoJanuary so we all can find it easier. The following are links to where you can find me: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

JUMP INTO JANUARY & RESOLUTIONS #JIJ

Hey there! Happy 2016! Can you believe we are already halfway through the month of January? So crazy how fast the days pass by! If you are the type of person (like I am), you try to make a resolution or two...or three, to try to improve your life in some way. Whether it is health goals, financial goals, organization, etc: we love to use the New Year to 'Jump Into' our new ways. That's why I want to take the rest of January to give you a few ideas to get those resolutions going, or even get you motivated to get back on track if you are starting to stray a bit.


Falling off track is part of being human. With life always throwing things at you, it's easy to lose sight of some of your goals. The most important thing to remember is that you can always start again, right now. When making resolutions, it helps to make sure the goals are attainable and not something so far-fetched it sets you up for failure. Start small and adjust as you meet that goal. For instance, if your goal is to get out and walk more, but you feel like you are out of shape or maybe don't have a lot of time...don't make a resolution to walk more...make a resolution to walk for 10 minutes after dinner every day and keep adding time as you get better at it. If your goal is to save more and spend less, but your assets vs. expenses won't let you save the extra $100 a week...set your goal at an extra $25 and work on getting those expenses covered or paid off. Then, you can adjust it to a higher amount. It's all in how you set yourself up. So, set yourself up for success! :)


If you are wanting to set some goals for your own self-improvement, but aren't quite sure where to start, keep reading to see a few ideas that may help. Also, lets get a discussion going and support each other on social media. Click on Twitter, Facebook, and/or Instagram to find me @mayday1101. Or leave a comment below. Be sure to use the hash tags  #JIJ or #JumpIntoJanuary. We will be having a lot of fun with different themes going on each month! pssst...and some giveaways here and there too!




Here are a few ideas to help you on a journey of self-improvement:

• Clean and Organize your Email - Your inbox can get congested if it's not checked regularly. Set aside some time to clean it out, create and utilize folders, unsubscribe to 'spammy' emails. Then, make a point to check it daily.  It will make it easier to spot important emails and you won't feel so overwhelmed.

• Sign up for a Class - Try an art class or dance class...something you've always wanted to do, but just haven't yet.

• Exercise...Your Brain - An active brain is a HEALTHY brain. Try to do at least one brain teaser a day; maybe even a Sudoku or a word search.

• Read Books - Yes, actual books. No audio or technology involved. Become a regular at your library. Aim for books that are in line with your interests or that you will gain knowledge from. Books about history or the great novels of the past. 

• Try New Foods - Have a cookbook you have always planned to use, but just haven't? Try designating one meal a week and cook a new recipe. 

• Find a Hobby - Take up some sort of craft, whether it's something big, like building things, or small like knitting or crocheting.

Whatever you choose to do, let that something that bring you JOY! What are your resolutions?

I hope that this post has been helpful. Be sure to follow me on here and on social media at the above links to get notified of new content. I'm really excited to get going on this blog again and I hope you will take this journey with me. Be back soon with more Jump Into January and also a peek inside what I received in my Januarary ipsy Glam Bag. Don't miss it!