Randomness in September

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September is flying by so fast! Time seems to always get away with me (regardless of what I am doing). It's funny to think that in high school I felt that the year (or at least my time at high school) would never end. 

Although winter is done and dusted and spring is now well and truly on its way, I am wondering what the rest of the year will be like. Life is what you make it! So why not live it up!

Recently, I have come to realise how much people lack an appreciation for the opportunities we have. Although this comes at no surprise, the fact is criticism for even the little things can set us off on the negative thought path of DOOM (yes... maybe a slight over-reaction)!

I admit that sometimes this is a challenge for me... I guess you could say I had an AH HA! moment in which I now challenge myself to be more positive and less worried about others comparisons towards me or others. This can include holding grudges, dwelling on insignificant issues or regretting about the great 'windows of opportunity' laid out for myself or an individual.

As a result, I challenge myself to think about 3-5 positive things I am grateful for. This can include the moment I wake up or the time I go to bed. Right now I keep them as food for thought, but I think my next challenge will be to take time out to write a notebook for gratefulness/gratitude.

But for now, here are my top positive thoughts for the night:

• I am grateful to have a close bond to my family
• I am grateful to have fun loving friends
• I am thankful to be able to work and study 
• I am thankful for SLEEP! (which I must attend to the wonderful land of Zzz's!)

Until next time,

Harublossom88




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Nail Art - Mariachi Fiesta

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The first few weeks of September has always been busy for me. Most of my friends have birthdays in September.This last month has been crazy! This blog has been neglected (yet again) but I am trying to post when I can!

A little background to why I had created a Mariachi Fiesta on my nails...
A close friend recently celebrated her birthday and I thought it would be nice to create a theme on my nails! As pandas and mexican themed inside jokes are a regular between our group of friends (no racial slurs intended), I thought I would extend it out to her on my nails too!

I love the vibrant colours, however this is my second attempt at a mexican themed nail art. My first attempt involved a lime apple green background with dark green cacti (but the colours were too intense!) So this is where I've ended up...

What's on my nail?

• OPI - Nail Envy (matt base coat)
• Chanel - Holiday
• Nfu-Oh - NFU44
• Konad - yellow stamping polish
• Seche Vite - Top Coat
• Stamping plates are from the Cheeky Jumbo Plate Range (Jumbo Plate 1 - Viva Mexico)

How to achieve this look:

• OPI - Nail Envy (matt base coat) - 1 coat
• Chanel - Holiday - 2 coats
• Nfu-Oh - NFU44 - 2 coats
• Seche Vite (to protect the background colour)
• Konad - yellow stamping polish (stamped with the above mentioned plate)
• Seche Vite (to protect the final design)

I do love this simple design. The yellow definitely stands out when my nails are under unnatural lighting, however this is not always the case in natural lighting. As the Nfu-Oh is a flakie, the two-toned colour sometimes stands out more on the nail (making it hard to see the design). If you would like a more intense or bold stamp, I would use a black stamping polish instead.

The more I look at this, the more I want Doritos chips! I love these colours and I just can't wait for spring to show its face (finally!)

Please note that credit is due to my friend from Getting Girly With Konad for allowing me to use her stamping plates and recommending me the Nfu-Oh flakie polishes!
Please check out her nail blog for inspiration! 
[click HERE]

Until next time,

Harublossom88

DISCLAIMER: Opinions provided in these blog entries are my own and are by no means affiliated with or against the manufacturers provided. Anything not purchased by myself will also be my true and honest opinion. Please speak to the manufacturer if you have other queries about their products and services.