Tuesday, January 6, 2015
My 27th birthday Post
Today was a good day. My 27th birthday went off without a hitch, well, except for the fact that I had to work. No problem though, because I gets my money. As I think back to this time last year, I remember how frustrated I was because I wasn't working. Being a broke, 26 year-old graduate student tends to take its toll on you. It did not get any better with my parents being on my ass about not working so I was ready to give up. My boyfriend had just lost his temporary position as a welder. I said "God, I'm done." I began to examine my faith and determined that my life could be worse so I better be thankful for my misfortune and not question His work. I turned to Mary Jane to ease my mind and keep me from losing it. I asked God if I can get this job, I will do my very best, let the weed go, and continue to seek Him in everything I do. Now, I can pay my debts, my bills and do my favorite thing, SHOP!! So I can say, as I do all the time THANK YOU JESUS! I hope this story helps someone who feels like they cannot succeed, just put your faith in God and let Him use you. You will grow in spirit and you will feel so great! It is not an overnight process, you will have your days, but just remember to say a little prayer and breathe. Good night all. Remember to pray, be patient and stop stressing. ✌️✌️🙏🙏😊
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Tarabug's Health Goals
MY Goals for MY health!!
1.
Lose weight: I have lost a few pounds here and
there, but that’s because my weight does go up and down a little. I am
currently 266. Last week, it was 269. 20 pounds is my goal, but finding time
and being consistent is easier said than done.
2.
Drink more water. I love tea, coffee and uh,
yes, I sip a kindred spirit every now and again. And because of all this, my
skin is breaking out again and I’m starting to feel super sluggish and tired
all the time. Time to cut it all, sodas, tea and caffeine.
3.
Junk less. I love junk food. Cashews are my
favorite and may be the unhealthiest of the family of nuts.
4.
Get moving. I try to talk my bf into taking a
walk with me, but I may just have to beat myself into getting up and going to
the gym, before my day gets hectic.
5.
Try to get more sleep. Ugh, I have it honest. My
mother was up all night and sleep all day while I was in the womb. Now I am the
exact same way (I’m sleepy right now because of no sleep last night). Lack of
sleep can definitely do harm so I have to do something about it.
I’m going to do my research on how to develop and maintain
healthy eating habits, workout habits and positive self-motivation. I have so
many distractions (school, family issues, relationship issues, personal demons,
etc.) and it is definitely hard trying to deal with all that while trying to
keep one’s sanity.
Thank you for reading this and stay tuned for the 100 in a
year update!!!
Blessings,
TaraBug
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Monday, December 16, 2013
Some of My Current Products
Good afternoon all,
In my last blog I said I was going to talk about some of the products I use. They will begin with facial products and then move on to beauty and then to personal care (in whatever order they may come in).
My routine:
I shower first, and I use bar soap and body wash. I am currently using the Dial Cranberry Glycerin Soap (3.99, Walmart for 8 bars) and the Softsoap Cashmere body wash (4.99, CVS). I love the Dial Soap because it is gentle on my skin and it doesn't irritate my private area. Also, it smells amazing. Now we all know that soaps can cause serious irritation on our privates and everyone may not be able to use the same soaps. For example, I cannot use Jergens, Lever 2000 or Ivory because of the aforementioned issue. I hate Dial's tendency to dry out the skin, which is why I use the body wash to restore some type of moisture in my skin. Softsoap has a very impressive line of body washes with different scents and they even have some with exfoliating beads in them.
After my shower, I brush my teeth (YAY, not exciting) and begin on my face. If I wear makeup that day, I take it off using either 1)E.L.F Makeup Removal Cloths ($3, Target, or eyeslipsface.com) 2)Baby wipes or 3)Equate Facial Cleansing Wipes (Equate is a Walmart brand). I usually use products based on what my skin is doing.
I use Ambi Exfoliating Facial Wash ($5-$6 based on where you purchase) and the Ambi Moisturizer with SPF 30 in it ($9-$11 based on where you purchase). I do like the facial wash, but I am trying something new, the Aveeno Clear Complexion Cream Cleanser ($8.99, CVS). I also use, when my skin has terrible breakouts, I use Dermarest Psorisis Shampoo (I know, but it works, $3.99, Walmart). I like the shampoo because I has a high comcentration of salicylic acid, which is good for breakouts. I have combination skin and I think I have a hyperpigmintation issue, and I have a horrible habit of pimple-picking, but oh well I'm good. Sometimes when I have painful breakouts, I will dab a little astringent on them. I hate it because it dries my skin out terribly, but it works.
All right, on to the body. I use Fruit of the Earth Vitamin E lotion ($1.65, Freds or 2 for $5 at Dollar General) and its amazing!! I don't it all the time but it is my holy grail. If you are like me and love, no excuse me, ARE ADDICTED TO Victoria's Secret 5 for $30, yeah, you get the idea. I love their body butters and creams. I have a nice amount of them so I try to use them as often as possible. I use Dove and Suave Brand deodorants. Currently, I am using the Dove Go Fresh in Energizing (2 for $8 from CVS) and I also got the Revive and Re-balance scents to try. I cannot or the life of me find the Dove Energizing anywhere, and we know if Walmart doesn't have it, then the company may hay stopped making it. I'm so sad about that!! I am currently using the Re-balance and I love it as well!!
If I need to shave my legs or underneath my arms, I use Pure Silk Plumeria with Aloe Shaving cream (Not sure how much it was, SORRY. But I also like using Skintimate by Gillette). I'm not particularly picky when it comes to razors so as long as it has more than one blade I'm good with that. Now for my lady-scaping, I use a Conair Personal Grooming kit ($22.99, Fred's, I've had it for a while but I'm sure they still sell it, its the pink one). It comes with multiple attachments but I don't use all of them. It does good to put Vaseline everyday on the area so you won't be scratching like you have crabs LOL sorry I just had to make that point clear. Also, sometimes hair-bumps occur, so keep some Antibiotic ointment on hand (Neosporin Pain Relief, $4.99, Walmart).
I think I will do my Beauty products in another blog post. Its too much to post in this blog along with everything else.
Thank you for reading and feel free to comment and question! Stay positive and smile...you never know what blessing is coming your way!!!
Blessings,
TaraBug
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In my last blog I said I was going to talk about some of the products I use. They will begin with facial products and then move on to beauty and then to personal care (in whatever order they may come in).
My routine:
I shower first, and I use bar soap and body wash. I am currently using the Dial Cranberry Glycerin Soap (3.99, Walmart for 8 bars) and the Softsoap Cashmere body wash (4.99, CVS). I love the Dial Soap because it is gentle on my skin and it doesn't irritate my private area. Also, it smells amazing. Now we all know that soaps can cause serious irritation on our privates and everyone may not be able to use the same soaps. For example, I cannot use Jergens, Lever 2000 or Ivory because of the aforementioned issue. I hate Dial's tendency to dry out the skin, which is why I use the body wash to restore some type of moisture in my skin. Softsoap has a very impressive line of body washes with different scents and they even have some with exfoliating beads in them.
After my shower, I brush my teeth (YAY, not exciting) and begin on my face. If I wear makeup that day, I take it off using either 1)E.L.F Makeup Removal Cloths ($3, Target, or eyeslipsface.com) 2)Baby wipes or 3)Equate Facial Cleansing Wipes (Equate is a Walmart brand). I usually use products based on what my skin is doing.
I use Ambi Exfoliating Facial Wash ($5-$6 based on where you purchase) and the Ambi Moisturizer with SPF 30 in it ($9-$11 based on where you purchase). I do like the facial wash, but I am trying something new, the Aveeno Clear Complexion Cream Cleanser ($8.99, CVS). I also use, when my skin has terrible breakouts, I use Dermarest Psorisis Shampoo (I know, but it works, $3.99, Walmart). I like the shampoo because I has a high comcentration of salicylic acid, which is good for breakouts. I have combination skin and I think I have a hyperpigmintation issue, and I have a horrible habit of pimple-picking, but oh well I'm good. Sometimes when I have painful breakouts, I will dab a little astringent on them. I hate it because it dries my skin out terribly, but it works.
All right, on to the body. I use Fruit of the Earth Vitamin E lotion ($1.65, Freds or 2 for $5 at Dollar General) and its amazing!! I don't it all the time but it is my holy grail. If you are like me and love, no excuse me, ARE ADDICTED TO Victoria's Secret 5 for $30, yeah, you get the idea. I love their body butters and creams. I have a nice amount of them so I try to use them as often as possible. I use Dove and Suave Brand deodorants. Currently, I am using the Dove Go Fresh in Energizing (2 for $8 from CVS) and I also got the Revive and Re-balance scents to try. I cannot or the life of me find the Dove Energizing anywhere, and we know if Walmart doesn't have it, then the company may hay stopped making it. I'm so sad about that!! I am currently using the Re-balance and I love it as well!!
If I need to shave my legs or underneath my arms, I use Pure Silk Plumeria with Aloe Shaving cream (Not sure how much it was, SORRY. But I also like using Skintimate by Gillette). I'm not particularly picky when it comes to razors so as long as it has more than one blade I'm good with that. Now for my lady-scaping, I use a Conair Personal Grooming kit ($22.99, Fred's, I've had it for a while but I'm sure they still sell it, its the pink one). It comes with multiple attachments but I don't use all of them. It does good to put Vaseline everyday on the area so you won't be scratching like you have crabs LOL sorry I just had to make that point clear. Also, sometimes hair-bumps occur, so keep some Antibiotic ointment on hand (Neosporin Pain Relief, $4.99, Walmart).
I think I will do my Beauty products in another blog post. Its too much to post in this blog along with everything else.
Thank you for reading and feel free to comment and question! Stay positive and smile...you never know what blessing is coming your way!!!
Blessings,
TaraBug
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Sunday, August 11, 2013
August 11-What's to Come
Good evening!!
I hope all who are reading this have had a lovely life thus far,or at least a lovely day. Even though it has been raining on and off all day, I have had a pretty good day!
I am currently conditioning my hair (with ORS Replenishing Conditioner $11.99, Sally's Beauty Supply) and I washed with ORS Creamy Aloe Shampoo ($6.00, I actually got this from Roses bc I was in a hurry but it may be cheaper in other stores). After which I may air dry or protect (with African Pride's Anti-Breakage Maximum Strengthening Moisturizer Lotion $3.99 from Fred's Dollar Store...JEEZ!) and blow dry.
I have been checking out this blog, Nouveau Cheap (please excuse me if I spelled it wrong this time) where there are deals, sales and markdown information about certain, mainly beauty products. Example, the CVS Beauty Sale where they mark beauty finds 50%-75% off.
I am currently on YouTube trying to find a start to uniquely decorate my apartment and how to make to most of the little storage space I will have. Apartments right, ha! I am so ready to go though, I am too ready!
Oh yes, I would like to shout out everyone who is preparing to go back to school...I am too!! We should make the best of it yall!!! Shout out to the class of 2014!! You made it!!
My next blog will entail some of my current favorite products: Beauty, Hair and Personal Care and why I do or do not like them. If I don't like them I will be pitching some products that I want to try as replacements. You are more than welcome to give me some tips and suggestions!
That's all for now!! Thanks and have a lovely night!
Blessings,
TaraBug
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Twitter: IAmTaraBug2012
YouTube: LaTara Taylor
I hope all who are reading this have had a lovely life thus far,or at least a lovely day. Even though it has been raining on and off all day, I have had a pretty good day!
I am currently conditioning my hair (with ORS Replenishing Conditioner $11.99, Sally's Beauty Supply) and I washed with ORS Creamy Aloe Shampoo ($6.00, I actually got this from Roses bc I was in a hurry but it may be cheaper in other stores). After which I may air dry or protect (with African Pride's Anti-Breakage Maximum Strengthening Moisturizer Lotion $3.99 from Fred's Dollar Store...JEEZ!) and blow dry.
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| SN: Yes, that is the professional size, hence the price. Its the liter. |
I have been checking out this blog, Nouveau Cheap (please excuse me if I spelled it wrong this time) where there are deals, sales and markdown information about certain, mainly beauty products. Example, the CVS Beauty Sale where they mark beauty finds 50%-75% off.
I am currently on YouTube trying to find a start to uniquely decorate my apartment and how to make to most of the little storage space I will have. Apartments right, ha! I am so ready to go though, I am too ready!
Oh yes, I would like to shout out everyone who is preparing to go back to school...I am too!! We should make the best of it yall!!! Shout out to the class of 2014!! You made it!!
My next blog will entail some of my current favorite products: Beauty, Hair and Personal Care and why I do or do not like them. If I don't like them I will be pitching some products that I want to try as replacements. You are more than welcome to give me some tips and suggestions!
That's all for now!! Thanks and have a lovely night!
Blessings,
TaraBug
Follow me on IG: TaraBug2012
Twitter: IAmTaraBug2012
YouTube: LaTara Taylor
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
July 30-Re-Do of my 100 in a Year Post
Greetings all,
I am suffering from severe insomnia today so I thought I would do my blog post of the day to past time so I can effectively sleep later. Anywho...down to business. Here is an updated list. I mentioned in my last blog that I would be re-posting it.
I am suffering from severe insomnia today so I thought I would do my blog post of the day to past time so I can effectively sleep later. Anywho...down to business. Here is an updated list. I mentioned in my last blog that I would be re-posting it.
Start a blog- Get a new hairstyle
- go fishing
- learn to drive on the interstate
Get my OWN car- Get a job
- learn sign language
- buy a purple lipstick
- start a recipe book of my mom's home cooking
- get another case for my phone
- go to a strip club
- work on my skin
- stop cursing (so much)
- Find a church home
- Send a letter to my uncle in San Diego
- Have a romantic picnic
- Have a family Picnic
- get new tires for White Girl (my car)
- Contact my Father
- get new hubcaps for White Girl
- Get White Girl's air fixed
- Pray twice a day
- Read 1 bible chapter a day (2/365)
- Purchase a gun
- Grow my natural nails
- Grow my hair to shoulder blade length (I have Relaxed hair)
- Watch a season of a show I've never watched
Get a Tablet PC- Have a spa day
lose 10 pounds- have a Bar-B-Que
Get an apartment- do an "Empties" Video
- make a scrapbook
- learn to braid
- Work out
- Attend a pole dancing class (YIKES)
- Cook 10 meals for my Honey
- Get a camcorder
- Do some Makeup Tutorials
- Learn to walk in stilettos
- Go to a ballet
- Go thrift shopping
- Create 12 foods and beverages from Allrecipes.com (0/12)
- learn how to apply false lashes
- Do one (AND ONLY ONE) Makeup haul
- Decrease my caffeine intake
- Make a pecan pie (MY FAVE)
- Take a weekend trip to New Orleans
- Make some pottery
- Purchase/Download all 6 seasons of Sex and the City and Noah's Arc
- Drink 32 ounces of H2o a day (2/365)
- blog at least once a week
- Buy a game system (Wii or PS3)
- Make it through grad school
- Publish more YT videos
- Attend a concert
- Write an erotic e-book
- Have Breakfast on the reservoir
- Donate Blood
- Get the dragon software
- Go to the beach
- Do Karaoke
- Visit a fancy restaurant
- Make oatmeal cookies
- Go to a symphony
- Custom make some candy
Have a DO NOTHING DayStart a hair journal- Do yoga once a month (2/12)
- Donate to a charity
- Do a charity run/walk
- attend a jazz concert
- buy/make a Halloween costume
- have a NAKED Day
- learn to play chess
- work on my math
- learn to knit
- fill my piggy bank with loose change
- Try 10 new foods (2/10)
learn to change a tire- Buy an expensive perfume
Have a Brother Sister Date- Visit my bestie in Hattiesburg
Visit my bestie in Raymond- Write a letter to my Late Grandmother (RIP GRANNY)
- Watch 12 old movies(4/12)
- go ice skating
- get a check-up every 6 months
- face my fear of heights and lightening
- learn 12 Chinese Words
- Decide what to do my Thesis on
- Make my besties cupcakes for their Birthdays
- Wear a color that I don't like
- Try 12 new ice cream flavors (2/12)
- Make my own ice cream
Have a "Tara and Curtis" day once a month (7/12)- Do a facial masque once a month (7/12)
- Get more JSU Apparel (Go TIGERS!!)
- Learn to play spades
Monday, July 29, 2013
July 29...Sorry for My Absence!
Top of the Afternoon to you all,
I'm back with a quick update. I will be attempting to at least make a weekly blog post. I just haven't been able to make a blog post. No computer (and trying to figure out how to get another one) has my mind pre-occupied. Among other things, the new school year is fast approaching and I have some major stuff on my plate for this school year. And I know y'all might be tired of just reading words so I will try to include pictures and talk about stuff that actually matters!! Or stuff that I like (cosmetics, hair, shopping, life).
I will be posting a new 100 in a year list...some of the goals from the original one were unrealistic because of my current financial situation so I will be changing it up a bit (great since we are 7 freaking months into the year!!!). I gotta do something else LOL forgive me. Like I said, I will be restarting my list at the turn of the new year, meaning everything that has been done will be replaced with a new goal. All others that have not been accomplish will just roll over to the new year. And believe me, I've got many ideas of new things I want to do like figure out what to do my Thesis on...honestly. I just want to be done with grad school...I swear I am burned out completely on school. I have been in school since I was 4 years old and I swear I need a freakin mental break!!!
My hair...it's healthy...no I'm not natural nor am I ever going natural. I do not like the texture of my natural hair. Everybody was not blessed to have curly hair or soft textured hair so...as long perms are made...I will be getting them. Kiss my azz...I will not jump on the fad wagon of going natural. Not saying that everybody is following the trend...but I know some people who are chopping off their hair just to be able to say their natural and their hair ain't a bit healthy as them saying it is. I do however, do stretching between relaxers. My last relaxer was June 21 because my bestie got married the day after and I was a bridesmaid so I had to get my hair done. I think I was 22 weeks post relaxer and I got also got my hair trimmed. As of today, I am 5 weeks post and I keep a hair journal. I wash my hair every week to two weeks depending on my schedule. I am seriously considering getting either a sew-in or some type of braids, preferably box braids or Senegalese twists to give my hair some protection and give me a hair break LOL.
My weight...I am currently 256lbs. I lost ten lbs and I am quite proud although I have not been doing anything to contribute to serious weight lost. However, my boyfriend and I are seriously considering joining a gym. He works at a welding plant and I know since he started working there he has lost at least 20-25 lbs. I swear...its noticeable. So I'm like I know I'm not losing weight because I don't do anything, so when I move next month I must figure out some way to work out and change my eating habits. I am seriously sick of fried food and I am on Allrecipes.com looking for new stuff to try.
So that is what is going on Tara's World...any questions, comments, tips and concerns...leave em!! I will answer them.
Blessings all,
TaraBug
I'm back with a quick update. I will be attempting to at least make a weekly blog post. I just haven't been able to make a blog post. No computer (and trying to figure out how to get another one) has my mind pre-occupied. Among other things, the new school year is fast approaching and I have some major stuff on my plate for this school year. And I know y'all might be tired of just reading words so I will try to include pictures and talk about stuff that actually matters!! Or stuff that I like (cosmetics, hair, shopping, life).
I will be posting a new 100 in a year list...some of the goals from the original one were unrealistic because of my current financial situation so I will be changing it up a bit (great since we are 7 freaking months into the year!!!). I gotta do something else LOL forgive me. Like I said, I will be restarting my list at the turn of the new year, meaning everything that has been done will be replaced with a new goal. All others that have not been accomplish will just roll over to the new year. And believe me, I've got many ideas of new things I want to do like figure out what to do my Thesis on...honestly. I just want to be done with grad school...I swear I am burned out completely on school. I have been in school since I was 4 years old and I swear I need a freakin mental break!!!
My hair...it's healthy...no I'm not natural nor am I ever going natural. I do not like the texture of my natural hair. Everybody was not blessed to have curly hair or soft textured hair so...as long perms are made...I will be getting them. Kiss my azz...I will not jump on the fad wagon of going natural. Not saying that everybody is following the trend...but I know some people who are chopping off their hair just to be able to say their natural and their hair ain't a bit healthy as them saying it is. I do however, do stretching between relaxers. My last relaxer was June 21 because my bestie got married the day after and I was a bridesmaid so I had to get my hair done. I think I was 22 weeks post relaxer and I got also got my hair trimmed. As of today, I am 5 weeks post and I keep a hair journal. I wash my hair every week to two weeks depending on my schedule. I am seriously considering getting either a sew-in or some type of braids, preferably box braids or Senegalese twists to give my hair some protection and give me a hair break LOL.
My weight...I am currently 256lbs. I lost ten lbs and I am quite proud although I have not been doing anything to contribute to serious weight lost. However, my boyfriend and I are seriously considering joining a gym. He works at a welding plant and I know since he started working there he has lost at least 20-25 lbs. I swear...its noticeable. So I'm like I know I'm not losing weight because I don't do anything, so when I move next month I must figure out some way to work out and change my eating habits. I am seriously sick of fried food and I am on Allrecipes.com looking for new stuff to try.
So that is what is going on Tara's World...any questions, comments, tips and concerns...leave em!! I will answer them.
Blessings all,
TaraBug
Thursday, May 16, 2013
May 16, 2013-Can't Complain
Good evening all,
I have been finishing school for the semester (4.0 yes) and helping my future husband get his stuff straight. He finally got a job welding and omg yall I am sooooo proud of him. I cried so much these last few days but they have been happy tears.
God is so great. I mean, you couldn't have told me that in September that after he came out of surgery, that he would be making money in his field. I am still actively searching for employment and I am tired but I know I must keep my faith up and be thankful for everything. I have friends that are supporting me, and I know that if I keep it up, God will bless me. Now I am getting sleepy, good night all.
Blessings,
TaraBug
I have been finishing school for the semester (4.0 yes) and helping my future husband get his stuff straight. He finally got a job welding and omg yall I am sooooo proud of him. I cried so much these last few days but they have been happy tears.
God is so great. I mean, you couldn't have told me that in September that after he came out of surgery, that he would be making money in his field. I am still actively searching for employment and I am tired but I know I must keep my faith up and be thankful for everything. I have friends that are supporting me, and I know that if I keep it up, God will bless me. Now I am getting sleepy, good night all.
Blessings,
TaraBug
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