It’s that time again, dear friends – time for June Favorites! This past month wasn’t particularly eventful, but there were a few every-day type things that made my month a little brighter. Of course, that’s what this blog is all about: whatever bright things make your life a little better!
In the summer, I try to keep my eyes as make-up free as possible. Between sweat, sunscreen, and allergies, a heavy eye-makeup look can quickly turn into a nightmare for me. But sometimes, I want a little something to accentuate my eyes. That’s where this E.L.F. Lash Tint Mascara comes in. The tiny, thin wand is incredibly lengthening, coating each individual lash. It also holds a curl pretty well, and doesn’t smudge. It’s the perfect mascara for a natural makeup look.
This past month (okay, week), I’ve been trying to get back into something of a workout routine. My favorite workout videos are the Ballet Beautiful workouts by Mary Helen Bowers. Personally, I appreciate her focus on stretching and toning long, lean muscles, as well as her attention to posture. Where some workouts leave me feeling like my body is working against me, her workouts make me feel strong, in control, and graceful. That might sound silly, but for a lanky, uncoordinated girl, it means a lot. Check out this 15 Minute Legs & Butt workout on Youtube – it’s one of my favorites!
Upon purchasing this album, I deemed it the soundtrack of my summer, and it’s totally living up to that title. The Monkees’ new album Good Times! is a fun, classic-sounding album with catchy riffs and precious ballads. Just listen.
Okay, so I’ve never been into cooking shows. I’m not a huge cook, and I prefer eating food than watching TV about it. But for some reason, this show captured my attention and I can’t stop watching. If you don’t know what it’s about, it’s a cooking show where contestants are given $25,000 to use for auction ‘items’ – like the right to replace their opponents’ tools with tin foil, or making their opponent use an ostrich egg to make an omelette. And what they don’t spend in the auctions, they win! I love seeing these talented chefs get creative with their tools, techniques, and ingredients, and also sabotage their competition 🙂 Check it out on Food Network or watch a couple episodes on Netflix Instant.
And that’s it! What were your favorite bright things from June? Let me know in the comments!
