5 Quotes That Keep Me Going

Happy Tuesday!

Like most people, I have some quotes that get me through life every day. Sometimes, those quotes come from Pinterest, family members, or they may be from books. I have so many favorites that I could go on for days. Today, I’ll share my 5 favorite quotes.

1. “Be yourself, everyone else is already taken”

Being a girl is hard and most women may or may not agree with me but I have had trouble fitting in in the past but as I've grown older, I have realized that people like different. Even if people don’t like different, you shouldn't live your life to please people. That only causes more stress on top of so much stress you may already have. I believe that to be genuinely happy, you have to stop caring what people may think of you.

2. “You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching, love like you'll never be hurt, sing like there's nobody listening, and live like it's heaven on earth.” –William W. Purkey

I fell in love with this quote right after I saw it. I live by this every day and is extremely special to me because my mom says it to me every once in a while. The words are a great reminder to live your life like you want it.

3. “She builds up other because she knows what it’s like to be torn down.”

Life is isn't easy for everyone and I know what it’s like to feel like a little grain of sand next to someone. Build others up every chance you get because you don’t know what battles they could be fighting.

4. “A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor”

I can’t count how many times I say this a week. Whether it’s a small event that’s going on in my life or one that really beats me up for a while, I remind myself that things happen for a reason and I will learn something important from it.

5. “Strength is not measured by physical capacity but from indomitable will” -Gandhi

I found this quote when I was writing a presentation about my mom. I felt like this quote describes her and many of the women in my family in so many ways and it makes the saying so much more important to me. These words are also a great reminder of why I’m still here and why I have the great life I have.


These are 5 of the quotes that keep me going and have had a great impact on my life at some point. I would love to hear some of your favorite quotes and what they mean to you!

My Top 10 Avon Beauty Must Haves

Good Morning Beautiful People!

I hope you are all feeling as refreshed as I am this morning! This is my first blog post and I am so excited to share my top 10 Avon beauty must haves!

To begin with, I have been using Avon since I can remember. I started off using Avon jewelry, clothes, and bath products. As I got older, my mom FINALLY let me use Avon makeup! I started off with mascara and now I have every possible eye shadow palette, mascara, eyeliner, concealer, etc. to go around to everyone. I love makeup and I am so excited to share my love for it with you all.


1. Big and Daring Mascara

Avon mascara is one of the best mascaras out there. I use mascara religiously and I love all of the types of mascaras that Avon has. The first Avon mascara I ever used was Super Drama. That was love at first use… I have changed up my mascaras throughout the years and now I use Big and Daring. This mascara has changed the game. I have cut 10-15 minutes of my makeup routine because Big and Daring has all of the goods. Big and Daring gives lashes volume and length all in one. Before this mascara, I used 3 different mascaras to achieve my desired look. Another great thing about Big and Daring is that it is not waterproof but it does last through some major tear fests.

2. Magix Face Perfector

This face perfector is the real deal. The Magix Face Perfector is a moisturizer with SPF and it also doubles as a face primer. If you use this product, apply it after your skin care routine and before you put your makeup on. I apply it 3-5 minutes before I apply my makeup and it keeps my makeup from creasing and showing my very large pores. I do not wear makeup without this product!


3. Anew Skin Care

Anew Skin Care is the most crucial part of my daily routine. I give Anew Skin Care all of the credit for the healthy skin that I have. I have used different Anew Skin Care products and I enjoy all of them. Recently, I have been using Anew Vitale. Anew Vitale has VitaToneComplex Technology which helps skin feel and appear brighter and well rested. As a busy college kid, this product is one of my best friends after a night of studying. Who needs coffee when you have skin care? Just kidding, I ALWAYS need coffee.

4. Ideal Flawless Liquid Foundation

Ideal Flawless Liquid Foundation is my go to foundation. This foundation feels so light on my skin and has medium to full coverage. A great feature to this foundation is that it also has SPF and it provides some great protection for your skin and who doesn’t want healthy skin?


5. Smooth Minerals Translucent Powder

Recently, I have discovered this powder. I use this powder to set my foundation and to reduce oil on my skin. This powder does a great job keeping my foundation looking great all day. I rarely touch up my makeup during the day because it does so well.


6. Bronzing Gel

When I heard about this bronzing gel, I just knew I had to have it. I had never heard of such a product and I wanted to be one of the first people to try it. At first, I was not too impressed. I learned later on that I used it wrong. I changed up my brushes and now I love it. I also use it as a foundation tinter so that I don’t have to buy new foundation.


7. Beyond Color Lip Plumping Lipstick

I use this lip plumper in a nude color under my actual lip color. Unlike other lip plumper lipsticks, this product does not give you that tingly/burning feeling that makes you feel like your lips are going to fall off.


8. Ultra Color Absolute Lipstick

This lipstick is my favorites. Not only does the color last all day but it also has moisturizer in the formula so that you don’t have chapped lips! Again, this product does have SPF for healthy, beautiful lips!


9. Eyeliner

I have two favorite eyeliners. The first eyeliner that has my heart is the Wash off Waterproof Eyeliner. This eyeliner lives up to its name and stays on through tear fests but comes off easily with makeup remover. The second eyeliner that has my heart is the Mega Effects Liquid Eyeliner. The unique thing about this eyeliner is that it is a liquid eyeliner in a stick. It’s so precise and smear resistant. As soon as you put it on your eyelid, it dries within 2 seconds and lasts for days.

10. Makeup Setting Spray

Last but definitely not least is my makeup setting spray. I apply this setting spray after I’m finished with my makeup and it really does work. It is also healthier than putting hair spray on your face. I put this setting spray on all summer and after running around for my internship this summer, my makeup never once went crazy. My makeup lasts all day with help from the translucent powder and this awesome spray.

These are a few of the products I can’t live without. Feel free to share your favorite Avon products with me!