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Wednesday, December 25, 2013

My One Year Anniversary! (DIY Gift Idea, New Hair, Exciting News, etc!)

On Monday, December 23, 2013 me and my boyfriend Christopher celebrated our first anniversary together :) So I thought it would be fun to share with you how we spent the day and give you some gift ideas in case you have an anniversary coming up!

We both had busy days with our families with it being the holidays. So we spent the night in and it was really nice.

This is Chris frosting the cookies we made. We were making cookies for my parents and his parents. This is what we spent the majority of the night doing. The cookies actually turned out pretty good and they tasted great! Like my Breaking Bad Cookie? BLUE METH CANDY CANE ;) I know. I'm way too obsessed.

Of course I had to make a minion cookie. We all know I love my minions!!! He is just too cute, I couldn't eat him!

We made reindeer cookies with Nilla Wafers, Red Hots, and Pretzels. This little guy is so cute.

Of course, I had to make an anniversary cookie. My family and nieces call me KiKi so Chris does too.

Before you start to think that I have a cute boyfriend who bakes with me.... take a look at his other creations.

My dad said "Don't you know it is Christmas?!"

My Grandma (not knowing what it was) said "It's cute!!"

He never fails to make me laugh.

I had a hard time finding something to get him for our anniversary! It was not easy thinking of something unique and thoughtful when I had already bought his Christmas presents. I decided to make him something to remind him of me while he is away at school (:

This is me working on the picture frame! I made him a frame that has song lyrics that remind me of him. It took me a few hours because I wanted to make sure I picked lyrics that were meaningful and songs that we both like and listen to together.

I used our favorite colors to write the lyrics on the border of the frame! :)

This is how it turned out! Some of the lyrics include

"Home is wherever I'm with you,"

"Love don't know what distance is."

"You are the other half, you're like a missing piece."

and may more!

I also got him a really cute Breaking Bad shirt with all of the characters because we watched the entire series together.

It was the last one left and it was in his size! I got it at Hot Topic but they are all sold out online now, so I couldn't leave you guys a link :(

I also got him a Breaking Bad car air freshener that says "Have an A1 day!"

I think the card shows that he knows me all too well.

But in case that wasn't enough he also made a minion out of

Legos. I love him.

He also got me this Rose Gold and Silver Promise Ring. It is an infinity sign or knot just like my tattoo :) It matches the bracelet he got me for our six month. I love it and I love him for getting it for me :) Thank you Christopher!

If you want to get to know us and see how we started dating you can click here and watch (one of our most popular videos) our new Boyfriend Tag video.

RANDOM

A lot of you know that this year we lost our Grandpa. With it being Christmas and it being our first without him we just wanted to share with you something we made to remember him. Our Grandpa loved birds so we got an ornament with one on it and wrote "Grandpa, Always in our Hearts."

We miss you Grandpa and we hope you had a wonderful first Christmas in Heaven. We love you<3

I finally masted the halo braid! Let us know if you would like a tutorial for this on our YouTube channel!

I got my hair done! It is now a dark brown color that initially looks black. No more ombre hair! I like it but I think I might do something different with it next time. Let me know what you guys think!

Our mom is an event planner and her ad is now in Bride magazine! Make sure you guys pick it up and take a look. She does beautiful weddings and other events! So all you Michiganders check it out!

OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL IS NOW AT 567 SUBSCRIBERS! We are a new channel that has only been up for two months but we have had so much amazing support. We would love to hit 600 subscribers by the end of the year. We will be doing our 500 subscriber giveaway once we reach 600 because you guys deserve another giveaway and we are so close we figured we will just wait a bit. We also have some really exciting news about a partnership we have been offered and we will let you know more about that once it is official! Thanks again for all of your support and we hope you and your family had a happy holiday season and a very Merry Christmas. Stay tuned for tomorrow's blog on "What We Got For Christmas 2013!"

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The Friend Zone!

Childhood Friends

These are the friends we grow up with. These are the people that saw us in those ever so awkward years between 5^th and 9^th grade and still stick with us. Keeping in touch with these friends can be tricky when everyone heads their separate ways for college or university. But the great thing is we have known these people since (nearly) infancy so they hold a special place in our hearts. This means they are considered family in the way that even though we may not see them as often as you would like when we do it is like nothing has changed and you can pick up right where you left off. Speaking of family, sisters and brothers make great friends as well. You know everything there is to know about each other and you share some DNA. Need a kidney? Chances are you can probably get it from them….

School Friends

Well, obviously these are the friends we meet at school. In grade school, most of the friends we make are our age or at least around it. But with more and more middle-aged women and men going back to school it is much more likely that you could be sitting in a classroom with people closer to your parent’s age than yours. Don’t be intimated or just right them off because they are older or younger than you. Some of the greatest people I have met in college are twice my age. These women are funny, smart, and wiser than I could ever be. They have had hardships in their lives that caused them to have to return to school. Like divorce, loss of their spouse or unemployment due to the declining job market in Michigan. So my point is make friends with these people! They are the ones more likely to help you and give you advice. They are also less likely to try to copy your homework are much more likely to share theirs with you(:

Work Friends

Working a 9 to 5 is probably the last thing anyone wants to have on the top of their to-do list. I work 6 to 5 so it would probably be on mine. I like my sleep. Anyways, making friends at work is crucial if you want to maintain your sanity will schlepping popcorn to unfriendly customers. My first real job was at a local movie theater. It was a relatively easy job, just exhausting. Occasionally, there would be those customers that made my skin crawl. This one in particular asked me if I was brain-dead because I asked him to repeat one item of his fourteen ordered because he shot them off a mile a minute and it was hard to keep up. I had worked a double that day and only had a few hours left. I started crying, crying! If I could go back to that moment I would have told him to fuck off and choke on his $10 popcorn. Well, realistically I wouldn’t have because I would have lost my job. But thank God for the people I worked with that day that could see the sadness on my face and did everything they could to cheer me up. Sometimes you even spend important days with these people. I once spent Christmas at the theater, and it was actually fun even being one of the busiest days of the year. Unfortunately, not everyone you work with is going to like you and I’m sure you will come across those you don’t see eye to eye. Just remember you don’t have to hang out with them outside of work and keep things professional. Don’t get into fights with coworkers, especially when you enter your career job not just your part-time job at White-Castle. P.S. Don’t have office romances either, but that is a whole other topic…

Best Friends

These are the friends with the amazing super power to make you forgive them for anything and everything. I know no matter what my best friend does to upset me or piss me off (which she doesn’t often) we will still always be friends. Friends like this can be made anywhere and are a combination of all the ones previously mentioned. Those friendships grow into something special enough to where you consider this person your “BEST” friend. A lot of people just throw around the title to any drunken girl they Instagram a picture with. I am guilty of considering a lot of girls my “best friends” in the past. Lately, I have come to realize someone who only talks to you when it is convenient for them is not worthy of that label. My best friends are three girls I have known my entire life. Who I know will always be there for me whenever I need them, no matter what time of night. These girls are my sisters. Then of course I have three friends who are THE BEST that I met in middle school and they have stuck with me through the years (: Finally, my boyfriend is my best friend. I can tell him anything and know that he won’t judge me for it. Friends that care about you and love you unconditionally- those are the types of friends you want in your life.

Friendzoned

Ahhh, the dreaded friend zone. This is the type of friendship that is one-sided. You or your friend feel something more for the other but are too afraid to say something out of fear of losing the friendship for good. Maybe one of you has said something and now it is awkward. Maybe the other person didn’t feel the same way. Maybe, just maybe, they felt the same way and now the friendship has turned into a relationship. Whatever the result may be, the best option is to just go for it! You never know what may happen and if it is meant to be then it will be.

Signs You Might Be In the Friendzone

You guys go to matinée movies together and never go out alone at night.

Nothing physical. You don’t hold hands, you definitely don’t kiss.

He calls you bud or buddy and not in a cute way.

He is always texting other girls and talking to you about it.

He asks you for relationship or dating advice.

He says you are “just one of the guys.”

You ask him for a favor and he doesn’t come through. If a guy really like you he would do anything to get your attention.

Here are a few for the boys!

If she calls you up and invites you to “girl’s night” Bring the icecream and a copy of the notebook because you are in the friendzone.

She is always complaining to you about her asshole boyfriend and never giving any sort of hit hit that she may be into you.

She is always trying to get you to date her friends, or trying to get you to find a girlfriend.

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How to Find Confidence and Dressing for Your Body Type!

So if you haven't guessed it by now, today's blog is going to be all about confidence- how to get it, where to find it, and how to keep it for the rest of your life. Confidence is a tricky thing, especially for Females. Now we aren't saying that Men don't have their own bouts with self-consciousness but with the media putting all these ideas in their heads about how they should look and act- women definitely get the shorter end of the stick. We're constantly hearing all around us...

"I'm fat"

"I'm ugly"

"Why don't I look like ____?"

"I'll never get a boyfriend"

We can't help but wonder if all of these statements stem from other's words like...

"You're fat"

"You're ugly"

"She's way prettier than you"

"No one will ever date you"

But you know what? We don't think so. Sure, there are all types of bullies out there, from our moms to our frenemies (if you have one, ditch em!) but we can't believe that the self-consciousness woman feel is ALL a result of other people's negative opinions. Lets take for example the statement "I'm Fat" - is there a reason someone says this? Many people would argue it is just for attention but for most of those who say the statement out-loud, they actually believe it. True, they may be looking for that expected "Girl, you aren't fat- you look good!!!" but somewhere in that person's mind, they are seeing someone in the mirror that isn't at all who they are. And this can be caused by many different things. Ever heard of something called Body Dysmorphic Disorder?

Above is a little background on this disorder. While BDD is considered to be present in woman who have some type of eating disorder, we believe that woman will experience negative thoughts about their body AT LEAST once in their lifetime. So why are girl's so judgmental of one another? Constantly gossiping about who has gained too much weight and who bulked up too much. We already have enough demons to face in our minds and in the mirror each morning to hear it again from some random girl in line behind us at Taco Bell. So next time you want to bad mouth another girl's appearance, at least try to make a career out of it like Joan Rivers. All we are saying is think before you speak.

Everybody is Beautiful- Remember that!

Now weight isn't the only area people have issues with but it is a big concern for many. Now some women think they need to lose weight just because they feel their clothes do not fit them correctly.

That can be easily fixed by simply wearing the right clothes for your body shape! Here are some suggestions for you to get the most out of your wardrobe choices!

Pear-shaped celeb: (Kim Kardashian)

Body Traits: Your lower body is wider than your upper body — or, your hips are wider than your shoulders. You have a round bottom and a prominent waist.
Best Assets: Shoulders, torso and stomach
What Your Clothes Should Do: Emphasize your waist and arms, add volume to your shoulders and upper body while minimizing your hips.

Pear's DOs and DON'Ts

DON'T wear clothing that draws attention to hips and thighs, such as cargo pants or print skirts.
DO try a-line skirts, which camouflage wider hips.
DO keep hems of pants, skirts and dresses wide to balance the hips.
DO experiment with light-colored tops and dark-colored bottoms for contrast.
DO look for boat neck tops, square and cowl necklines.
DO wear strapless dresses to show off arms and even out proportions.
DO try styles with ruffles on top.
DO wear jackets that hit right above the waist.
DO opt for pointy-toed shoes to elongate your legs.

Wedge-shaped celeb: (Audrina Patridge)

Body Traits: A.K.A inverted triangle, the wedge features a broad chest and wide shoulders which are large in proportion to a narrow waist and hips.
Best Asset: Your legs
What Your Clothes Should Do: Accentuate your lower body while softening your shoulders and upper body.

Wedge's DOs and DON'TS

DO wear bright colors on bottom.
DO wear wide-leg pants.
DO wear full skirts.
DON'T wear spaghetti-strap tops.
DON'T wear boat neckline tops.
DO wear tops that call attention to your waistline.
DO experiment with high-waisted styles.
DO look for clothes that create the illusion of a waist.

Rectangle-shaped celeb: (Natalie Portman)

Body Traits: The waist, hip and shoulder widths are similar and are usually on the slim side. Slender rectangles have an athletic look about them.
Best Assets: Your arms and legs — and you don't have to minimize any body features.
What Your Clothes Should Do: Create curves and show off slender legs and arms.

Rectangle's DOs and DON'Ts

DO wear scoop neck and sweetheart tops to create curves.
DO wear long jackets to create a lean look.
DO wear tops with collars, ruffles and details to flatter your chest.
DO wear a good bra that will make the most of what you have.
DON'T wear overwhelming styles.
DO layer to add more dimensions.
DO wear dresses with ruching. Cinches on sides are ideal.
DO have fun with colorful bottoms... feel free to experiment.

Apple-shaped celeb: (Jennifer Hudson)

Body Traits: Most of your weight accumulates above the hips, which are narrow. Your back, ribs and shoulders are broad, and you may feel wider than other body types.
Best Asset: Those legs!
What Your Clothes Should Do: Elongate the torso, show off your legs and use fashion to create the illusion of a waist.

Apple's DOs and DON'TS

DO go for monochromatic looks.
DO go for v-neck tops to create the illusion of a longer torso.
DO wear a bra that offers good lift and support.
DO wear belts at the smallest part of your waist.
DO conceal tummy bulge by wearing empire tops and dresses.
DO wear boot cut and flared jeans to create an even line from the shoulders down.
DO wear shorter skirts to show off your legs and draw attention away from your midsection.

Hourglass-shaped celeb: (Beyonce)

Body Traits: Your shoulders and hips are similar in proportion and set off by a tiny waist.
Best Assets: Curves, curves, curves!
What Your Clothes Should Do: Show off your curves... without going overboard.

Hour Glass' DOs and DON'Ts

DON'T hide your curves with baggy clothing.
DO wear a good bra and showcase your bust.
DO wear fitted dresses.
DO wear a belt at the waist to enhance your hourglass shape.
DO try wrap dresses.
DO go for high-waisted skirts to show off your hips.
DO pick thin, lightweight styles and fabrics.
DO wear skinny or straight leg jeans.

The best confidence you can have is the kind that comes from accomplishing a goal or making a dream a reality. You can do this by running a marathon, learning a new recipe, or even doing something as crazy as skydiving or cliff-diving! Concur a fear, get out of your comfort zone and you might be surprised by how much better you feel about yourself!

We all have those friends, the ones that are constantly talking about their relationship or lack thereof. Constantly, relying on a guy to take care of them. Girls need to start realizing that they are worth so much more than just being trophy wives. We have friends that answer the question "What is your dream occupation?" with "M.I.L.F" The sad thing is- We're not kidding! When a woman places all of her eggs in one basket and depends solely on a man to make her feel beautiful that is when there becomes a huge disconnect in her self-awareness. She no longer believes that she is smart, funny, pretty, ect. until the man she wants to recognize those things, does. Who wants to live that way? Shouldn't we depend on ourselves? The answer, yes. If we don't then when the person that was giving us this reassurance is gone we will be left confused and more self-conscious than ever. So no more depending on other people to tell you how great you are, you do it! And we are here to tell you how!

Have you ever heard of affirmations? The first time we heard about affirmations was on MTV's True Life when a girl did them to help her find confidence and peace within herself. We thought the idea of it was cool and think they can really help! Charlotte on Sex and the City even did them to help her find a man! An affirmation is a line or phrase you repeat to yourself daily to keep a positive attitude about one's self. Here are some of our favorites!

“You is kind. You is smart. You is important.”

― Kathryn Stockett, The Help

"I release my fear of failure. I am motivated by love, always."

"I am willing to step out of my comfort zone."

"I choose to express a confident attitude to others. "

This last bit of advice we have for you might seem ridiculous but in the age of smartphones and front-view cameras, the "selfie" has become a common thing. Now we don't even like calling them selfies, frankly it is a little embarrassing. But hey, whatever works right? If you want some instant gratification, snap a photo of yourself and post it to Instagram. Now we're talking strictly pictures of your eight-by-ten money maker. No nude pictures, because that is not cute, that is desperate and probably illegal. Take a picture, post it, and we guarentee the likes you get on that picture will make you feel a little better. But don't be one of those annoying girls who post a picture with hashtags like #nofilter, #nomakeup, #sweatpantshairtiedchillinwithnomakeupon, when in fact none of that is true.... Come on ladies- class it up. #Girlcode

Just don't be as obnoxious as this girl--->

(Yeah.... I know that is me.... )

"Confidence not cockiness, confidence is knowing who you are. Confidence is knowing who you are, cockiness is knowing who you are and shoving it down everyone's throat."

“Beneath the makeup and behind the smile I am just a girl who wishes for the world.” ― Marilyn Monroe

For more on how to dress for your body type : http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826747/dressing-for-your-body-type

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Wednesday, December 25, 2013

My One Year Anniversary! (DIY Gift Idea, New Hair, Exciting News, etc!)

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Saturday, November 9, 2013

The Friend Zone!

Childhood Friends

School Friends

Work Friends

Best Friends

Friendzoned

Signs You Might Be In the Friendzone

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Tuesday, November 5, 2013

How to Find Confidence and Dressing for Your Body Type!

Everybody is Beautiful- Remember that!

Pear's DOs and DON'Ts

Wedge's DOs and DON'TS

Rectangle's DOs and DON'Ts

Apple's DOs and DON'TS

Hour Glass' DOs and DON'Ts

“You is kind. You is smart. You is important.”

― Kathryn Stockett, The Help

"I release my fear of failure. I am motivated by love, always."

"I am willing to step out of my comfort zone."

"I choose to express a confident attitude to others. "

Just don't be as obnoxious as this girl--->

(Yeah.... I know that is me.... )

"Confidence not cockiness, confidence is knowing who you are. Confidence is knowing who you are, cockiness is knowing who you are and shoving it down everyone's throat."

“Beneath the makeup and behind the smile I am just a girl who wishes for the world.” ― Marilyn Monroe

For more on how to dress for your body type : http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826747/dressing-for-your-body-type

Thanks for Reading!

Make sure to check out our links below!

<3 Katie Lynn and Jessica Brynn

Thanks For Reading!