Some LUSH Reviews

I absolutely love reading reviews from real people. I never really buy things until I read the reviews of a product. Even better, I love when people make YouTube videos using the product, because that 100% shows the result of the product. Unfortunately, I don't really want to make videos AND I wouldn't really want to for LUSH products because that takes away the surprise! So here are some of the more recent things I've used and here's my opinions of each of them:

 

Dragon's Egg Bath Bomb

So I don't want to give too much away because half the fun of bath bombs is seeing what they look like once you drop them in your bath. I'm really not a fan of sparkles, and while this one isn't crazy, it still has sparkles, so it wasn't my favorite. I've heard really good things about this one so I was kind of sad when there were so many sparkles (haha!). It took a while to get going after it was dropped in the water, but it was still cool. Just be prepared to rinse out your tub afterwards because SPARKLES.

 

Brazened Honey Fresh Face Mask

I actually really love this! It didn't do wonders or anything, but it didn't make me break out either. I would say my favorite part about the fresh face masks are the smells. They smell so good! I would get this one again, forsure.

 

Stepping Stone Foot Scrub

I LOVED this! It smells amazing and made my feet so smooth! It lasts a good 5-6 scrubs I would say. The only thing: don't use it while you're showering! Do it prior to showering or post shower. If you do it while you're in the shower it will crumble and fall apart and waste your money. Just a warning!

 

The Comforter Bubble Bar

This was really great! It's a little pricey, so I kind of wish that I split it in half so I could use it multiple times, but it was still nice. I love a lot of bubbles in my bath and it definitely did that. Plus it smelled super good and turned the bath water pink, which was fun. I would get this one again, but I feel like all the bubble bars are pretty much the same, so I might go with a cheaper one.

 

So those are the ones I've used recently! Are there any other products you want to hear about? I've used a lot of things from LUSH, so I'd be happy to give you some more opinions.

 



Blind Devotion

You NEED to see this video! This husband really sets the bar when it comes to love. It's 9 minutes, but it's completely worth watching the entire thing. This is so great. Warning: you'll cry.

 



19!

Today is my 19th birthday! I can't believe how fast time is going. It's a little weird being at college and having to celebrate here, but I'm so grateful for everyone who's making my day so special.

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(Photos by Alice Gao)

MateFit

Have any of you tried MateFit? I'm currently on day 6 and have some mixed emotions about it. I definitely know that you have to do more in order to see results -- you have to clean up your diet and workout at least 30 minutes a day. I know a lot of people start seeing results within a few days, but I'm not seeing much of anything. I'm only drinking water (along with the tea) everyday and I do some sort of exercise every night. I think I need to do more cardio, so I'll try more of that. Anyway, I'd love to hear your thoughts about it!

 

(Picture via my Instagram: @katiescherpf)



"Don't settle: Don't finish crappy books. If you don't like the menu, leave the restaurant. If you're not on the right path, get off it."

-Chris Brogan

NYC Family Room

 One day I dream to live in NYC! High hopes, I know. But hopefully I'll be really successful and everything will work out. Many people say they just love to visit but don't think they could live there. I'm both! I love to visit and I would really love to live there. Sometimes in my spare time I like to look online at some apartments (just for fun, obviously) and there are so many cute ones out there! Fast forward to my life in NYC with lots of money, and here's what my living room would look like:

 

NYC Family Room by loveinanutshell featuring a stick lamp
Stick lamp / Ethan Allen hand made rug / Buy Hitachi 24 Inch HD Ready Freeview HD Smart LED TV/DVD Combi at..., $275 / Linon accent table / Antique white furniture

 What does your dream home look like?

WWKD?

Wah! I'm so stressed out right now. I have a lot to decide and I'm just really tired of thinking. I'm in a real pickle and just want my mind to chill out. I've tried pro/con lists, talking it out with people, and even my gut isn't telling me anything. Yikes! What to do what to do. What do you do when you need to make a decision about something pretty significant? Help!

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"Never let the sadness of your past and the fear of your future ruin the happiness of your present."

Aerial

Central Park, New York City

 

 

Male, Maldives

 

Niagra Falls, US/Canada Border

 

Tulip Fields, Holand

 

Egyptian Pyramids

 

Artificial Islands, Dubai

 

Venice, Italy

 

These aerial pictures are SO incredible! I found them on Tumblr but I can't find the original source, so if you know where they're from place let me know! I can't get enough.

Thinking of warmer days...

I'm so tired of the cold! Bundling up, having a red face from the freezing wind, not being able to just sit outside because of the 1.5 feet of snow. It's getting pretty old! So I'm just reminiscing through pictures of past Summers and how much I wish it was this warm now.

 

(pictures by me)

Laugh a little

Stop everything! If you're having a bad day or if you just want to laugh, watch this video. Oh my gosh, I'm sitting here crying it was so funny!

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2015

Happy New Year! My resolutions are pretty much the same as the always are -- travel more, enjoy each day, try new things. You know.

 

p.s. I don't think these are cheesy at all! New years are about new beginnings and today is the first day of a new start. Make it a great story!

Peak into the city

 This video is so cool -- I love how calm and simple the video and music are, but in reality there's a constant hustle and bustle and it's super loud. It's so interesting.

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NYC from Jason Zada on Vimeo.

R&R

(Picture via)

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1 more final to go! Yay! I go home tomorrow and I'm so excited to just relax and have nothing on my mind. Have you finished your Christmas shopping? I haven't haha oops. Welp, I better get packing because my dorm is a complete mess right now and I have to get up tomorrow for an 8 am final!

 

Have a great day!

Christmas in New York pt. IV

I do this every year, so obviously I had to do it again. As you know, I love NYC during Christmas time. It's absolutely beautiful. I try every single year to go around this time but it never works out and this year I actually had the chance! My college was taking a trip down for the day last weekend and I was so excited -- unfortunately, the trip was cancelled because of all of the protesters around New York. I'm still super bummed because this was my one opportunity and looking at these pictures isn't making me feel any better. But I'm definitely going next year! I'll go if it kills me! How many years have I been saying that?

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(Pictures from We Heart It)

 

10 days until Christmas!

 

Check out past 'Christmas in New York' posts: 2011, 2012, 2013

Mockingjay Part 1

I went to see Mockingjay Part 1 at the midnight premiere a few weeks ago and it was incredible! It was definitely the best Hunger Games movie so far. I'm a huge fan of the series -- I honestly don't love reading and when I was in high school I read all 3 books in just a few months, which is a big deal for me! I highly recommend this movie; it was very well done and I would love to see it again ASAP!

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Feeling Good

Finals week got you down? Ready for break? Blast this song!! It'll honestly make you feel so good (play on words intended). Just play it. Do it.

 

 

Right?!?!



Words from my notebook

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Here are just a few quotes that I found that I wrote in my notebook over time. They all kind of link with something that was going on in my mind during the time. Do you have a notebook that you write in? I got this on in August and it's almost halfway full! I love it -- it's a great comfort and it'll be so awesome to read in a few years. It's really cute too! If you want a really pretty notebook, TJ Maxx has the best!

Words to think about

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Wish list

There are so many things that I currently want right now! They're all pretty expensive, sadly, so it looks like it truly is just a wish list. But here they are!

 

Tartan Blanket Coat from Anthropologie

 

Alexander Wang Rocco Bag

Crochet Cowl from Etsy


Foil Dot Tee from J. Crew (or pretty much any tee from J. Crew)

No picture available -- sorry!

Chanel Rouge Allure Lipstick in 104 Passion



So, yeah, pretty expensive taste. What's on your wish list?



Currently

(From We Heart It)

 

Loving: SO many Etsy shops! I kind of talked about this a little bit already, but since I can't get off campus, I've been shopping online a lot and I've found some awesome Christmas gifts on Etsy lately! Here are just a few I've been loving: SuHua Silver, Printer Studio, Treat Dreams, and Under10USD

 

Reading: Looking for Alaska! I might be a little behind on the times, but it's a great book! I brought it with me when I was on the train and now I'm just reading bits and pieces whenever I get a chance.

 

Watching: Literally EVERYTHING. I have a lot of time on my hands and watching shows online seems to be the best way to procrastinate as well. I could list all the shows I've been watching, but I feel like it could get a bit embarrassing since I've watched so many haha! The biggest one is probably Gilmore Girls, though, because they added it on Netflix in October -- so awesome!

Anticipating: Obviously Thanksgiving break! I can't wait to go home for a while and chill and bake Christmas cookies and see my family and all that jazz. Oddly enough, I'm anticipating Christmas break more though! Mostly because it's a longer break and I also got people REALLY awesome gifts this year and I'm so excited to give them out!

Listening to: 1989! SO great! I also went to a conference not too long ago and saw a bunch of different artists sing, which was super fun. If you can, you should check out Caroline Cotter! Her voice and music is pure gold.

 

Working on: STUDYING. I don't know if that really fits into this category, but it's true! I've never studied so much in my  life and I'm so sick of it. But it's obviously something I need to do, so here I am! I'm getting into a rhythm and everything, but like I said, procrastination takes over (as it does for most people). For example, I'm currently in the library trying to study psych, but the blog needed an update! ;)
 

Wishing: To go home! I wanted to think of something more clever to put here, but honestly that's all
I'm thinking about right now. I can't wait.

What are you currently up to? Link back to me!

P.S. Anyone have any tips on flying? I'm flying home next week and it's basically the first time I've flown and I'm doing it all by myself. Tips on carry on vs checking baggage? What to wear? I'll take anything!