5 More Things...

Another beloved Keoni shot. A bit of an odd pose, but I had to listen to my photographer.

 

A long, long time ago I wrote a post about 5 facts about me. I have been forever obsessed with US Weekly, and lately I love the 25 random "about me" of some of our beloved celebrities. What foods they love, or hate, their favorite movies or television shows, etc., etc...I guess it is best to say "I love me some celebrity gossip"...I could rant on in a whole separate post on the often shame I feel for following so closely the lives of the stars...I blame it on the daydreamer in me. Doesn't ever girl dream of living in a mansion and living the life of a superstar for a brief moment? I know many of their lives only "seem" wonderful on the surface level, but still a girl has to dream. I also wanted to be a princess for a while...and my hubby thinks I still do!

 

So, here we go...5 more facts...

 

1. I often take things to the extreme. I wanted to cut out all toxins from my skincare, makeup, nails, etc. and stopped wearing make-up and nail polish full throttle for almost 2 months. I became depressed, and instead decided to take baby steps. I have found an affordable skincare regime that is non-toxic probably 95% (check out Vitacoast.com)...I have invested in a handful of organic make-up and nail care products (some I love, some just don't work very well), but I have also gone back to a few drugstore faves...moderation is the key for me. My poor toenails were quite happy to get a few coats of nail polish the other day...as was I! I did purchase Mineral Fusion's non-toxic nail remover ($7.99 a bottle, got it on sale, but still worth the splurge)...I swear this stuff has some sort of ingredient that almost moisturizers your nails when removing polish. And it smells so wonderful!

 

2. I was a diet soda addict for many, many years. I felt so embarrassed, and I knew how horrible aspartame was for me, but I was an addict. I have almost fully quit this silly habit, and have replaced my need for the taste with a little gem from the health food store called Zevia (cherry cola is my flavor of choice)...again, moderation. These are pricey, but on sale often. I don't drink alcohol anymore, and if we are at friends or the hubby is enjoying a glass of wine and I feel deprived I reach for one of these. Enough said!

 

3. I have been secretly listening to new Miley Cyrus song "Adore" on repeat on my I Pod. Some of her antics drive me batty, but the girl is talented...and the song so pretty!

 

4. I want to run a marathon so freaking bad! It has always been on my bucket list, but my hubby says it is terrible for women's bones/body to run that long at my age...mid to late 30's...why is he such a know it all (love you Pali)??? Can I prove him wrong before I hit 40? I think so!

 

5. I was also obsessed with Pretty Little Liars and Hart of Dixie until recently...I know teeny-bopper...but come on, I am a stay at home mom living with 4 boys (sometimes men)...I need a girly outlet...I had to stop though because I was so disappointed with the storylines...can we say Team Zade? And why are making it look like Ezra is "A"? I just can't believe he is bad...I guess this could also interlude into a 6th random fact...my tv crushes besides Tom Sandoval from Vanderpump Rules...Wade from Hart of Dixie and Ezra from Pretty Little Liars...too cute! Maybe this is why my hubby has removed cable from our house (love you Pali)!!!

 

I know these may all sound cheesy, but that is a part of me. I am very aware of the real news and issues pertaining to us today, but sometimes it is good to have other distractions. Looking nice, if you choose to wear make-up or not, taking a break to watch a silly show, exercise even dancing around with your kids, loving music, etc. are all things in my life that make me feel better. That is what is important. I have learned for me that being healthy, but also indulging a bit makes me feel the most grounded and at peace.

 

TAKE CARE ALL!