Embracing Body Positivity Even When That's Really, REALLY Hard (Thanks to Beneathe)

This past weekend, I participated in a photo shoot. I've done them before, and I really love being part of the experience. This one was a little different, though, because it was for underwear. And, to be perfectly honest, I am not comfortable showing myself in underwear, well, ever. But Beneathe Underwear Club changed all that.

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Oooh, Hunny Hunny: Femme De Bloom Hunny Pot Winnie The Pooh Inspired Earrings

So I would just like to preface this post by letting you know that I do, in fact, know the difference between need and want. And when I say I NEEDED a bunch of pairs of Femme De Bloom earrings, including the Hunny Pot Winnie The Pooh Inspired Earrings, I have a feeling you'll not only understand, but wholeheartedly agree with me.

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The Broken Ankle, Three Years Later

Today marks three years since I broke my ankle. In some ways, that feels like a lifetime ago. In others, it’s like only a second has passed. And, you know what? It was actually the best thing that ever happened to me.

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So Much Cuteness: Enjoying Afternoon Tea at The Bow Room at Hello Kitty Grand Cafe

I love two things: Hello Kitty and high tea. So when I found out that, not only is there a Hello Kitty Grand Cafe in Orange County, but that they serve afternoon tea, I absolutely jumped at the chance to go! I immediately texted my friend Erin to see if she'd want to go with me, and her resounding "YES!" came back about 5 seconds later. So we made our reservation, (im)patiently waited the month and a half for the day to arrive, and finally stepped inside the magic that is this totally adorable cafe.

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#TextureTuesday: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair BarriAIR Cream

Oh, how I love a good play on words. And when it's combined with a beauty product that just makes my life better? Yeah, that's a total win. Enter First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair BarriAIR Cream.

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