Be more confident for May 17th-31 days of May-keovers

We are more than halfway through our May-keovers! Yesterday,I talked about finding your style.I looked through my closet and got rid of 7 items!Yay for de-cluttering! I found some cute dresses to retry and some cardigans to layer. I want a softer more elegant side to be noticed.Have you found a style that works for you?

Something I found out about Audrey Hepburn is that she didn't get caught up in fads.I still have some clothes from 10 years ago!I dabble a bit with the fad but ultimately I go with what is inexpensive and comfortable.

If you have a sense of style or are stuck in the 80's,90's or make your own style;are you confident?Are you just throwing whatever on,and calling it good?
One of the first ways to show more confidence is to stand a little taller.Posture and how you carry yourself says a lot about how you feel about yourself.I am reminded by a quote I read:

"Let us stand a little taller, if you don't, you will never strengthen yourself"Stand a little taller by Gordon B. Hinckley

 Baggy or sloppy clothes and bad posture are not good combinations.Don't get me wrong I love sweats and a t-shirt!Learn to use what you have and accentuate your assets.I am tiny and not very curvy.I just started wearing skinny jeans and blouses,dresses and shirts that make it look like I have a waist.Don't hide in your clothing!If you ever walk into an art gallery it is filled with an array if lines,color and beauty.Some pieces are abstract or disproportionate.Are we not God's creation,a work of art?

Isn't loving yourself an art,in the fact that it takes time and effort on our part?

That being said, since yesterday  I have been struggling with myself.Why am I doing this diet for me and the baby?What am I going to eat?Why am I upset?The house is a mess and the kids aren't listening.I raise my voice and I feel worse.It has just been one of those days!

I got dressed though!I put on mascara and lip gloss.It is like I am telling myself that I am in charge and I am going to make something of today!I am putting in the effort!

"When I’m feeling a little low, I put on my favorite high heels to stand a little taller.” -Dolly Parton

I look at this picture of my kids, and think back to when I wanted to be in any ones shoes but mine.I stumbled in my Dad's over sized shoes. Yes,a mother's, wife's,friend's shoes are big shoes to fill.But no matter how big the task seems, if you jump in with both feet and stand taller,you will fill those shoes!

Today's assignment:
 Think of the message you are sending with your style and clothes.What message would you like to send?Dust off that outfit you have been wanting to wear and stand up tall.Tell yourself you are beautiful and you deserve to take care of yourself.

How to find your style May 15-31 days to a May-keover

Most days I doubt,as I walk down the supermarket aisle,that people say to themselves,

"She has style"

It is true as a Mom,oftentimes,that we put ourselves last.I have many clothes in my closet that I never wear.Honestly,it is mostly because I have no idea if it looks good.I lack inspiration!

That is when I looked to a very classy and elegant young Audrey Hepburn.I have always been inspired by her.I was excited to look up and peek more into her wardrobe and style.

Today's assignment:
I was inspired and I want you to be too!Pick a celebrity or a friend whose style you would like to emulate. Look at pictures and get an idea of their style. Look through your clothes and see what you have.Before you go out and buy all new clothes, try to use what you have,first!Have fun.Maybe do a fashion show for your kids or spouse!

I found many good "how to's"online.
How to look like Audrey Hepburn.Audrey knew what looked good on her.She wore white blouses, the little black dress.I have some of those!:-) I need to get back to my research!Excited squeals!Happy hunting!

May 13th-14th-31 days of May-keovers

Last night I wanted to write but I had a terrible migraine, which lingered into today.I did manage to put on some mascara though.

This is my daughters idea of how to wear make-up.That is blush all over her face not a sunburn!

Do you know the tips and the proper way to put on make-up?

There are so many beauty tips and how to's available.As Moms we are limited on time.So many of these tricks take time.Here are a few of my favorites and some new ones I have tried.

1.White liner on the bottom inner eye lid.This tip and trick makes you look more awake!
2.Pick the right mascara for you.Know what you want it to do.Do you want more length or volume? Color?
Find your perfect mascara brush here
3.If you warm up your eye curler with a blow dryer it is like a curling iron for your eyes.
4.Play with eye shadow techniques and tricks
5.Red lipstick is not for everyone.I have tried it and don't feel I pull it off.It is bold and I am more subtle.I like pinks and lip gloss.

Today's assignment:
Try something new.Have you tried the smokey eye look.Try a pop of color on your lips or eyes.Look in the mirror and tell yourself you are beautiful!You have time for yourself!Walk around with confidence and a smile.

May 12th-31 days of May-keovers

The hype of Mothers day is over but I am still wanting to improve and grow this month!What we do as Mom's and parents are important.

The reaction to my hair was very reassuring!Today I flipped it out instead of under.It is easier for me to style it at night than the morning!I am not a morning person!!

We all have our routines at night.We get in our pj's,brush our teeth,wash our face etc. ..
I have never really had the best face regime.I wash at night but often forget in the morning.Well today I washed my face in the morning with cool water and WOW did that wake me up!

I used the last of my Mary Kay and switched to Neutrogena.I like it ok so,but not completely satisfied.I have been using Jergens natural glow tanner too.I used Cetaphil but I really didn't feel like it helped with acne.

I looked up the best face cleansers.Here is what I want to try:
Olay foaming cleanser for sensitive skin.

I have a combination skin,which this cleanser might be good for!If you want to know what skin type you are or top inexpensive cleansers  look here

I liked this article for sensitive skin which I also have.

Today's assignment:
Start a face regimen if you do not already have one.If you do,is it working?Don't go to bed with make up on!Take care of your skin!Pluck your eyebrows if they need it.I am bad at maintaining them daily.

Don't forget your water to help flush out all the toxins!

May 10th and 11th-31 days of May-keovers

It has been a busy couple of days but I have to say I am loving all the new changes.My kitchen is done!Just in time for Mothers day!
Before:

I got new curtains and my husband painted an end table while he was doing the table!He is awesome!

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I got my new haircut and a color!So worth it though!

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It was tested by my hair twirling little boy.He said he still can find enough hair to twirl!

What about you?Have you felt inspired?made some changes?There is more to come!For now,I am going to enjoy the rest of my Mothers day!

How to get to know your neighbors better!May 9th-31 days of May-keovers

I had to change the schedule around a bit.I really wanted to get my haircut but that won't be until next week.

I was out walking when I saw my neighbors that moved in beginning of the year.Due to weather and a sick baby I hadn't introduced myself.I took a chance and said hi!They mentioned another neighbor had them over for dinner.I realized I really should be a better neighbor.
Galatians 5:14
"Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself"

Now that the weather is getting better I should be outside more and hope to catch my neighbors outside.

Look for ooppurtunities to serve.There may be an elderly neighbor who could use some company or a woman who may feel she doesn't fit in.What if they are just waiting for a knock on the door?

Today's assignment:
Go outside see if any of your neighbors are out.Say hi!If they aren't, you could make a treat and knock on the door.Take a risk!

May 8th-31 days of May-keovers

Whenever I need a change I usually want a haircut. I have a sweet little 3 year old that loves to twirl my hair.It can drive me crazy!Not to mention what it does to my hair!

Every time it is time to choose a haircut I look at tons of pictures and it is always so hard.I usually can't make up my mind until I am sitting in the chair and they ask me what I want.I panic!Do you ever have that happen?

I could end here and say go get your haircut.However how do you choose the perfect haircut.To me the logical choice is to learn about your face shape and what compliments you.  

Here is a post of how to pick a haircut for you face shape.After you choose, it lists what celebrity has the same face shape.

I am inspired by Audrey Hepburn.She has such a classic look from her head to your toes!She is my inspiration!

Once you know your face shape and your inspiration,there is one more thing for you to do before you are off to the salon.You must be able to say what you want and bring a picture!

Here are some terms you might here in a salon.

Today's assignment:
Cut your hair!Choose to do something different.You could change your color or your cut.Have you had bangs before. Decide after you research a bit,what will look good on you!Don't forget to ask whoever is cutting your hair for ways to style it!

See what I chose soon.........