M.A.C. Bits

Talk about being a late bloomer I know I'm one.Didn't really like make up but in the past year I have taken a liking into applying makeup. I do not like so much makeup,just love the not so va va voom looks that shout I'm here but just something that looks good on me.

I have tried different makeup brands but of late I have fallen in love with the M.A.C products. M.A.C products are a bit pricey but I'm taking the buying one step at a time. Thanks to a friend,Courteney my collection is growing. Courteney sent us a box of makeup products and each of the Young Women's Ministry members had a chance to pick a product they wanted. I picked the Big Bounce SPREAD THE WEALTH Eye Shadow. Its a liquid eye shadow something I have never used before and I can't wait to use it.

I mentioned adding to my collection,well a couple of weeks ago I stopped by the M.A.C store and got myself the Rubenesque Paint Pot. I really love the color and what it does to my eyes when I apply it. This was the first product that gave me the nudge to continue trying more of M.A.C products and I look forward to doing so.

I'm looking forward to using my the M.A.C and getting my game on on the smokey eye makeup effect that I love so much sometime soon.

Summer Road Trip

2011 summer was another summer I enjoyed,to think when summer began I was trying to work on some stuff that didn't work and not focusing on other stuff. Well at least if some stuff didn't work and the other worked that sure counts as a good summer. Some of the places visited I had never heard of them but I think they are worth visiting. These places have a story behind them,something that sure puts them on the map.

We drove all the way from Vancouver to Fort St John,BC,did some sightseeing,hang out with friends. During our week stay in FSJ we visited Hudson's Hope.

Hudson's Hope is the land of dinosaurs and dams. This is where the W.A.C Bennett dam is situated, a place the Lower Mainland of BC  and other areas in BC generate electricity. We received a tour of how the plant works,saw dinosaur footprints and enjoyed the scenery the place has to offer.

Dinosaur prints

After the tour we decided to have lunch and just relax in the park. I enjoyed the drive back and forth.

Heading back home to Vancouver BC, we took a different route through Jasper,AB. The drive through is so spectacular,breathtaking and so worth the drive.

Mountain Goats

Next time when we are not in a rush I want to take the time to visit the National Park and sight see the town of Jasper.

Bonfire Night

Well, I know I know it wasn't that big of a fire but just to soothe myself I want to call it a bonfire. Leslie and her husband invited us to their place after dinner just to relax,have a couple of drinks and roast marshmallows. My whole trip out in Fort St John I had a whole list of stuff I wanted to partake in and roasting marshmallows was on the list.

So Leslie's husband started the fire and locked up his huge dogs.I'm not so much of a dog fan such that I freak out when they come close to me. Every time I'm close to dogs and cats I never pretend to like the animals. Once the dogs were locked I was ready to sit by the fire and get a one on one on how to roast marshmallows.

Getting all started

Smoke was defiinitely getting into my eyes but I was determined to roast the marshmallow and get a taste of it all roasted. The trick to roasting marshmallows is to keep turning the marshmallow while sticking it into flames and make sure it doesn't burn.

 HAd to blow the marshmallows before I ate them. Roasted marshmallows are a sweet summer delicacy. It was a fun night just sitting by the far ,talking,laughing,sipping on some red wine.Had an opportunity to catch the Northern Lights though the best time to see the whole Northern Lights effects is winter time.

Unfortunately we had to cut the night short as we all had to get some sleep in preparation for the long drive back to Vancouver,BC.

Fort St John BC: Lookout & Dinner

Oh how I love it when the weather gets warmer and I can go out and enjoy nature.This summer I managed to travel fr and wide,meet lots of new people and just experience the BC outdoor life. So this summer my major road trip highlight was Fort St John and surrounding areas. I sure enjoyed my week there, as you might have noticed in my older posts.

While standing at the lookout I just took the time to take in the beautiful landscape and of course pose for some pics. The lookout is at the edge and if you look down there is a cliff or steep hill I must say where you can find bushes,grass, people's garbage and Saskatoon berries growing there. I really don't understand why people would come dump their stuff when the city has dump sites. I found this interesting how the city is unable to have someone maintain the grass as the area looking down is steep so they hired a  some guy  with goats to have his 1400 goats come graze in the area. The owner of the goats gets paid a $1 for every goat and all he does is bring the goats to the area ,watch over them and have his shepherd dog bring them up when its time to go home. People sure do make money in different ways.

All Smiles: Good Company EQUALS Good Times

Left-Right:Nigerian Friend,Kenyan Friend,Zimbabwean and Canadian

After enjoying the view and feeling the wind breeze it was time to go have dinner at Jackfish Dundees Pub Charlie Lake,BC. I don't usually order Beef Burgers when I go out to dine but this time around I decided to try out the JFD sirloin burger and sweet potato fries. Most of the meat is from farms in around Charlie Lake which only means one thing right. Overall the meal was delicious. After dinner we were up to more adventure hehe.

More about the evening adventure .

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Distressed Jean Shorts 2

Another visit to the beach and I saw myself grabbing my summer favorite shorts again. Since it was a rather hot day I decided to pair it with a tank top and my favorite Blue Notes belt.

Lots of people always question why when I pose I always seem to do something with my leg.Well I guess its something that I just got so used to doing and can't seem to shake off.

Distressed Jean Shorts

A little late I know but its better late than never right. Summer was so much fun, enjoyed every bit of it and I took advantage of the warm days and wore all the shorts and skirts and sandals I could. Had my summer favorite which were the ripped shorts.

First occasion I wore them to go to the mall and watch a movie. The shorts are not too tight,perfect fit and are perfect for any occasion as you can either dress them up with a pair of heels and the right top or dress them down with a t-shirt and sandals.

Shorts-Winners

Sandals-Gifted

T-shirt-Gifted

Belt-Forgot the store

August Baby

I meant to do this a few days after my bday but I just kept getting caught somehow. I really enjoyed my birthday this year. Was surrounded by friends and family from afar and we did have fun. I decided to have dinner at one of the restaurants in Yaletown.

I have had good years and look forward to the ones to come.

So here goes my bday dress. I tried out a new hairstyle while at it,have a feeling the hairstyle will be back sometime soon. The dress already has detailing in the front so there was no need of wearing a chain.

 Backview

Love love my shoes from Aldo got them at a very good price too.

Dress- H&M

Shoes-Aldo

Earrings-Aldo

Missing In Action

I know I have been missing in action for quite some time now and I surely missed doing this too.Its just that the past few weeks have been hectic for me,having fun and working at the same time. While have fun and working I surely didnt forget this platform hence me taking pictures and just storing them on my comp for days when I can upload them here and tell a story about each or just let the pictures do the talking.

Hope you have been enjoying your summer days and will continue to do so for those that still have summer days remaining before fall kicks in.