Rocking the Motorola Razr No More

Alas, it was way past the time to get a new cell phone!

I had been rocking the Motorola Razr for over 6 years. It was nice and tiny and served me well. Never had a problem with it.

But, I can't lug around my iPad to access emails. I needed a new phone.

I purchased the Samusung Galaxy S3 and had it for less than two days. Couldn't stand it. It was a major battery sucker without me doing anything on it. It was like a mini tablet; too big, especially coming over from the Razr. And, there were pre-installed apps that I just couldn't remove.

I returned it to T-Mobile, my cell phone carrier (that is a whole other post!!). I wanted the iPhone 4S because it is a bit bigger than the 5 and cheaper. But for some reason, curiously enough, T-Mobile doesn't offer the 4S in my area. Oh really now? I swear, a post is coming about T-Mobile.

So, I had to get the iPhone 5.

I am glad I switched to the iPhone (not sure about the 5 yet). It is easy to use and already having the iPad, apps and music are easily transfered over. Plus, it is closer to the size of my old Razr. Now, it is only 3 days old and I am headed on a lengthy busy trip so that will show if it and T-Mobile are worth the $629.99 I paid for the dang thing!

What cell phone and carrier do you use?

Elegant Updo Tutorial

Proms, weddings, mother's day and summer fun - all of these events call for a sleek, sexy updo. Not to mention getting all of that hair off your neck. It was 80 degrees today in Manhattan!

Learn how to create this elegant look . . .

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Thoughts for a Crazy Few Weeks

I have been a bad, bad blogger.

So crazy with life that the last thing I wanted to do was write a post. But, I am hoping that things will change and I can start blogging more regularly.

Until then, here is a quote I want to share with you . . .

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NYX and Revlon Ulta Haul (for troubled times)

I remember reading after September 11th that lipstick sales had increased. It seems to suggest that when times are tough, women purchase lipstick to make them feel better.

I understand this completely.

With everything that has gone on in the news these last few weeks and due to some personal things I am experiencing such as elder care and friendship issues, I treated myself to an Ulta visit. Okay, it was more like two visits and a web shop.

Was I in need of anything? Absolutely not. But, I needed to feel a bit better.

Already a fan of Revlon products, I read on several blogs about NYX Cosmetics so I decided to give the makeup line a try.

Spending $108, this is my haul. YIKES!
The price points are amazing and the color on most of the products has great pigmentation.

Glitter eyeliners that are really fun along with glitter roll-on eyeshadows.

Highlighter for my cheeks and brow bone, shimmery blush and a deep blue eyeshadow.

Two lovely eye shadow palettes from NYX and a clearance palette from Revlon. The possibilities are endless.

These eye liner pencils go on smooth and have a good pigmentation to them.

Jumbo eye pencils to use as shadow or liner.

If you've read my blog for a bit, you will remember that I have a slight addiction to lipgloss (check out this post) so of course, lipgloss was a definite purchase.

I love Revlon lip gloss and the four on the right were on clearance for if I remember correctly, $3.49. I have been looking for the lilac one for a while.

Last, a free travel makeup organizer filled with lots of goodie samples!

Have my problems gone away? No.

But, the shopping experience set aside my issues for a bit.

What do you do to make yourself feel better when times become troubled?

Weekend Thoughts

Create Voluminous Waves this Spring

I have a love-hate relationship with my hair.

Like many women, I have tons of hair products and styling implements.

This is my curling iron drawer where I have at least 10 different irons and nary a clue as to how to use them.
As I get older, it seems to be thinning a bit and I am always looking to increase volume.

Take a look at this step-by-step video and treat your spring hair to some volume.
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Baked by Melissa Bite-size Stuffed Cupcakes in NYC

Rosemary of the fun, delish blog NYC, Style and a little Cannoli was hosting a giveaway from Baked by Melissa, a mini cupcake bakery in Manhattan.

I entered and won! I received my cupcakes on Holy Thursday.
And according to the instructions, placed them in my freezer for Easter Sunday.
The cupcakes arrived in such fun and secure packaging.


Out they came on Easter Sunday and I was blown away at how delicious they tasted! Baked by Melissa's slogan is a little cupcake goes a long way and boy does it.
The cupcakes came with a guide listing a photo and description of each cupcake.
My favorites were Peanut Butter Cup, Mint Chocolate Chip and Red Velvet. My nieces loved the Tie-Dye minis. Also included was the "mini of the month" which was Caramel Apple.
I will be upcycling the fantastic mini-cupcake container by planting some flower seeds for this summer. Just the perfect size.

Thank you so much Baked by Melissa and Rosemary for this terrific giveaway.

Can't wait to try these again.

If you are ever in NYC or NJ, stop by and give these a try. Or, order them and await the delicious magic to arrive on your doorstep!