Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2014! Who wants to play?

[lyseD]

@singer82 - Girl, I'm thinking of you! I hope you are in a better place today and that this week turns out great. I can sense from the way that you write that your struggle feels never ending and that you are trying to 'plod on' (a la @HerGreyness!). Keep on leaning on your friends and family and US for support!!!

@veronikawithak - that comment about your FI having enough horse power to motor boat. I'M DYING!!!!

@PixieDancer- HOT DAMN. That new Avi is INCREDIBLE. We love you so much for your external and your internal beauty - you are so lovely and we are so lucky to 'know' you!


I've had a rough week last week and I'm not sure how this week is shaping up. Our kitty is so, so sick and I think her time is coming soon. I cry about it all the time and we are so, so sad. She keeps being sick and having tummy issues along w/her kidney issues. We've stopped her meds as I think it was making it worse. However, it seems we are still in the same place and she isn't getting better (obviously the kidney issues won't reverse). We feel devastated but aren't sure we can keep on this rollercoaster much longer. We don't want to keep her here for us but we also don't want to let go too soon.

I find I'm getting frustrated with her and that's not good either. It's not her fault. I've been reading about euthinasia and I'm not sure how to tell if it's 'time' or not. Ugh. So depressing.



It's hard when you can't see the end of your frustrations and sadness. It feels scary and very lonely. Sometimes I just feel so overwhelmed, like things will just keep going around and around. I feel like I'm in a hamster wheel and I have no idea how to get out.

I missed you girls a lot last week! I guess some good news is that I haven't purchased too much makeup (bought some from a specktraite!). Returned my Ambient blush and haven't looked backed! I also started working out again! I keep telling myself - let's try to get some momentum!

I can't imagine what you are going through -- I am thinking of you.

 

[Yazmin]

My thoughts are with you, @Glitteryvegas, no matter what you decide. Our furbabies are as much family as any human being, and hurts just as much when they're ill. She may, in her own way, find a means to let you know what she wants.

@PixieDancer, I just knew the moment I posted that "skipper's regret vs. buyer's remorse" I knew I would hear about it, lol! Don't worry, if the swatches don't measure up, I will not hesitate to return it. But I would try to sell it first so that it getting destroyed is not the first option.

I did purchase an LE Tom Ford eyeshadow quad that I slept on, but thanks to the kindness of a some Specktrettes, I was able to find the last one available in-store and it's on its way to me!

 

[PixieDancer]

@singer82 - Girl, I'm thinking of you! I hope you are in a better place today and that this week turns out great. I can sense from the way that you write that your struggle feels never ending and that you are trying to 'plod on' (a la @HerGreyness!). Keep on leaning on your friends and family and US for support!!!

@veronikawithak - that comment about your FI having enough horse power to motor boat. I'M DYING!!!!

@PixieDancer- HOT DAMN. That new Avi is INCREDIBLE. We love you so much for your external and your internal beauty - you are so lovely and we are so lucky to 'know' you!


I've had a rough week last week and I'm not sure how this week is shaping up. Our kitty is so, so sick and I think her time is coming soon. I cry about it all the time and we are so, so sad. She keeps being sick and having tummy issues along w/her kidney issues. We've stopped her meds as I think it was making it worse. However, it seems we are still in the same place and she isn't getting better (obviously the kidney issues won't reverse). We feel devastated but aren't sure we can keep on this rollercoaster much longer. We don't want to keep her here for us but we also don't want to let go too soon.

I find I'm getting frustrated with her and that's not good either. It's not her fault. I've been reading about euthinasia and I'm not sure how to tell if it's 'time' or not. Ugh. So depressing.



It's hard when you can't see the end of your frustrations and sadness. It feels scary and very lonely. Sometimes I just feel so overwhelmed, like things will just keep going around and around. I feel like I'm in a hamster wheel and I have no idea how to get out.

I missed you girls a lot last week! I guess some good news is that I haven't purchased too much makeup (bought some from a specktraite!). Returned my Ambient blush and haven't looked backed! I also started working out again! I keep telling myself - let's try to get some momentum!

Already wise words coming from @HerGreyness ... but I will voice my support as well... I have been in exactly the same place you are right now! My fur baby kitty I had for 13 years had suddenly fell ill. It came from out of nowhere and a lump was discovered at the vet. He said there was no chance of a recovery or even treatment that would do much more than bide us a little time while she could possible be suffering. I couldn't handle to decision at the time and took her home that day. As she got worse, one day I just felt like she was letting me know it was time. Up until that day, she was going off by herself more and more. She wasn't as snuggly and affectionate as she had always been. Then one day, she started being very clingy and looking at me and just crying. Not loud and painful. But sad. Like she was asking me to help her. I jumped my butt in my car so fast and held her little paw at the vet as I said goodbye and let her go. I'm not saying this "tell tale moment" will happen for you, but it's always hard to let go of something we love. Especially a precious pet that means so much to us. But when that moment comes, know it is for the best and that she will be at peace. You're in my thoughts and prayers! I know this is painful and hard!

And thank you for being so kind and making me feel like I have a friend in "Glitteryvegas!" I'm lucky to know you as well!! Truly!

 

[SleepingBeauty]

I've had a rough week last week and I'm not sure how this week is shaping up. Our kitty is so, so sick and I think her time is coming soon. I cry about it all the time and we are so, so sad. She keeps being sick and having tummy issues along w/her kidney issues. We've stopped her meds as I think it was making it worse. However, it seems we are still in the same place and she isn't getting better (obviously the kidney issues won't reverse). We feel devastated but aren't sure we can keep on this rollercoaster much longer. We don't want to keep her here for us but we also don't want to let go too soon.

I find I'm getting frustrated with her and that's not good either. It's not her fault. I've been reading about euthinasia and I'm not sure how to tell if it's 'time' or not. Ugh. So depressing.

Oh no! Such sad news. I don't know what to say but what I've learned from the experience with my doggie just two weeks ago (together with the vet we had made the decision to not let him wake up from the surgery in case the vet didn't see any hope) - what's best for us is not always the best for them. As you've said - we don't want to let our pets go and want to keep them around no matter what, but for our pets, sometimes letting go is the best option. We do have the opportunity to release our pets and take their pain away and even though it's a tough decision, the only thing that should be important is that our pets should not be suffering from illnesses or such any longer and let them go and rest in peace. So don't feel bad no matter what your decision will be. Nevertheless, I do pray and hope that she'll recover.
My thoughts are with you, Glitteryvegas! Stay strong. x

 

[Spikesmom]

Keep everything else on your face neutral. Let the lips be the focus. Neutrals, browns, golds on the eyes. Neutral blush (like The Perfect Cheek, Tarte Exposed, Nars Madly, etc). Almost think "pin up" makeup (but you could obviously tone down any crazy winged liner). HTH

Enjoy that red lippie beautiful!

I also like red lips with a soft bronze smokey eye, one of my go to looks!!

 

[Spikesmom]

Quote: Originally Posted by Glitteryvegas
I've had a rough week last week and I'm not sure how this week is shaping up. Our kitty is so, so sick and I think her time is coming soon. I cry about it all the time and we are so, so sad. She keeps being sick and having tummy issues along w/her kidney issues. We've stopped her meds as I think it was making it worse. However, it seems we are still in the same place and she isn't getting better (obviously the kidney issues won't reverse). We feel devastated but aren't sure we can keep on this rollercoaster much longer. We don't want to keep her here for us but we also don't want to let go too soon.

I find I'm getting frustrated with her and that's not good either. It's not her fault. I've been reading about euthinasia and I'm not sure how to tell if it's 'time' or not. Ugh. So depressing.


It's hard when you can't see the end of your frustrations and sadness. It feels scary and very lonely. Sometimes I just feel so overwhelmed, like things will just keep going around and around. I feel like I'm in a hamster wheel and I have no idea how to get out.

I missed you girls a lot last week! I guess some good news is that I haven't purchased too much makeup (bought some from a specktraite!). Returned my Ambient blush and haven't looked backed! I also started working out again! I keep telling myself - let's try to get some momentum!



I'm so, so sorry to hear this. My cats are my babies and it kills me when they are sick. ((HUGS))

 

[Rainbunny]

@singer82 and @glitteryvegas I don't really have any good advice over and above what others have said, but I wish you both the very best with everything. Glittery, you will do the best for your kittie, and she knows she is very much loved.

 

[vaisforluvrs]

@singer82 - Girl, I'm thinking of you! I hope you are in a better place today and that this week turns out great. I can sense from the way that you write that your struggle feels never ending and that you are trying to 'plod on' (a la @HerGreyness!). Keep on leaning on your friends and family and US for support!!!

@veronikawithak - that comment about your FI having enough horse power to motor boat. I'M DYING!!!!

@PixieDancer- HOT DAMN. That new Avi is INCREDIBLE. We love you so much for your external and your internal beauty - you are so lovely and we are so lucky to 'know' you!


I've had a rough week last week and I'm not sure how this week is shaping up. Our kitty is so, so sick and I think her time is coming soon. I cry about it all the time and we are so, so sad. She keeps being sick and having tummy issues along w/her kidney issues. We've stopped her meds as I think it was making it worse. However, it seems we are still in the same place and she isn't getting better (obviously the kidney issues won't reverse). We feel devastated but aren't sure we can keep on this rollercoaster much longer. We don't want to keep her here for us but we also don't want to let go too soon.

I find I'm getting frustrated with her and that's not good either. It's not her fault. I've been reading about euthinasia and I'm not sure how to tell if it's 'time' or not. Ugh. So depressing.



It's hard when you can't see the end of your frustrations and sadness. It feels scary and very lonely. Sometimes I just feel so overwhelmed, like things will just keep going around and around. I feel like I'm in a hamster wheel and I have no idea how to get out.

I missed you girls a lot last week! I guess some good news is that I haven't purchased too much makeup (bought some from a specktraite!). Returned my Ambient blush and haven't looked backed! I also started working out again! I keep telling myself - let's try to get some momentum!

So sorry to hear about your kitty! From my own experience, it's never easy to let go and it's especially hard to process it when it's happening so quickly. In retrospect, I wished I had put my cat down when I knew he wasn't going to get any better. I went to work and made a call to the vet, but my kitty didn't make it to the appt. and I found him when I got home. I should have been there with him. So, I hope you will allow yourself a little bit of time to process it all but also make a decision that you won't regret later in life.

 

[allthingsglam]

Proud of myself for not getting this givenchy lipgloss I had been eyeing found the same color in my stash a inglot lipgloss I had neglected its soooooo pretty why I have not worn it more i don't know but I love it

 

[Prettypackages]

@PixieDancer


I have tried every eye cream on the planet and still find a better one. I am glad they are creams and not men. But I shall abstain from my normal deviations and address the eye cream issue.

In looking for another eye cream to replace LaMer, EL';s old ladies line the Revitalizing, Cle de Peau which is an expensive and laughable cream, Shiseido (various), LaPrairie, Lancome, Dr. whathisname with the hugely expensive oh, Perricone, another joke -- and Revive serums and creams. I have tried the best. and the results are almost the same. I have been fed up with so much money for little pots of nothing -- and they truly don't do anything more than an Olay or L';oreal would. In fact, L';oreal is a great and inexpensive alternative to skin care. It is an excellent line and I have been using some of their cleansers and creams. I really like them. I have even dumped my Clarins cleanser for Olay.. lol.

I have recently purchased Pharmaceutical brands -- not even from big labs just word of mouth from cosmetologists and aestheticians.. what they really USE and not what's in the glossy rags we buy.

I have acquired a few emolient lotions for night use -- some have vitamin C, other with Hydraquinone, other with Lactic acid and am fumbling my way to using them. So far, I am very happy with the results.

The best line of products for creams which I have found so far are from Avene .. the Euro gals will find it easily. I use the Eluage eye cream and am now alternating with the Cicalfate cream (this is very heavy but very little product should be used on lines under eyes or around mouth etc.). I find the mix I am doing is really amping up my skin's performance and it looks clearer and brighter. Lines are visibly diminished and there is a luminosity to my skin now too.

All in all.. I guess what I am trying to say is not to low buy your skin -- but alternately buy for it. You can always dupe a lipstick -- but lines, frowns, furrows, spots, dry patches -- they make us feel really bad about our self image.

great skin is a necessity.. and there are lots of options to use.

hth

I hate when I miss a day in this thread. There is soo much good info.

@HerGreyness, what do you mean by pharmaceutical brand. Would Neostrata be considered one?

YOu guys have me inspired to go through my lipsticks and give some away to my Mom and friends. I said inspired, not sure I can part with them yet. LOL But if I'm not wearing them or have something similiar, why not? right?

 

[PixieDancer]

I hate when I miss a day in this thread. There is soo much good info.

@HerGreyness, what do you mean by pharmaceutical brand. Would Neostrata be considered one?

YOu guys have me inspired to go through my lipsticks and give some away to my Mom and friends. I said inspired, not sure I can part with them yet. LOL But if I'm not wearing them or have something similiar, why not? right?

RIGHT! Pass em on girlie!!

 

[PixieDancer]

I was watching some youtube videos, and one of the monthly challenges one of the ladies was doing was using "30 Lipsticks in 30 Days," no repeat lipsticks... I think I want to try this! Who wants to do it with me?

 

[walkingdead]

I was watching some youtube videos, and one of the monthly challenges one of the ladies was doing was using "30 Lipsticks in 30 Days," no repeat lipsticks... I think I want to try this! Who wants to do it with me? 

I do!

 

[Spikesmom]

I was watching some youtube videos, and one of the monthly challenges one of the ladies was doing was using "30 Lipsticks in 30 Days," no repeat lipsticks... I think I want to try this! Who wants to do it with me?

I will!

 

[walkingdead]

To those who are going through a rough time stay strong!!

 

[User38]

I was watching some youtube videos, and one of the monthly challenges one of the ladies was doing was using "30 Lipsticks in 30 Days," no repeat lipsticks... I think I want to try this! Who wants to do it with me?

count me in!

today is day 1?

I will post my lippie for the hell of it.. if not I go for 31.. lol

I wore Lilac Glaze from Bobbi Brown.. it's now discontinued but it's lovely. Sex Fantasy on cheeks, Chanel hasard on eyes, big black liner and that's all I wrote.

tomorrow I have a meeting so it will be a bit more more..

 

[PixieDancer]

I do!

I will!

YAY! Ok let's start!! Today I wore Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait.

 

[User38]

I hate when I miss a day in this thread. There is soo much good info.

@HerGreyness, what do you mean by pharmaceutical brand. Would Neostrata be considered one?

YOu guys have me inspired to go through my lipsticks and give some away to my Mom and friends. I said inspired, not sure I can part with them yet. LOL But if I'm not wearing them or have something similiar, why not? right?

yes, Neostrata is considered a pharmaceutical brand even tho it's sold in DS..

I am now using Avene, and various acids.

 

[walkingdead]

Today I wore Tarte lipsurgence matte lip tint in Hope! Woohoo!!

 

[KiKi Kontour]

good idea!! i was thinkin of doin this before myself cuz i have soooo many. count me IN. today i aint where shyt lol....unless u wanna count my CD lip glow