Author: awrensays
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A different reflection on skincare today
In an unusual turn of events, I have writer’s block here as I try to compose my “Skincare Sunday” post. I usually am ready with something. But I have nothing. It’s probably due to my level of exhaustion from choosing to over schedule myself. To fit it all in, I compromised my sleep. I ate…
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First impressions of the newest scent from Initio Parfums
The sales associate took my hand and sprayed a spritz of Initio Parfums newest fragrance, Power Self. I allowed the fragrance to dry down and tried to hide my disappointment. There was something sharp that I regretted having on the back of my hand. Power Self $410 for 90 mL Notes: White Flowers, Osmanthus, White…
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The first 5k
Over ten years ago, I decided to sign up for my first 5k. I remember that moment now, as I look down at the sweatpants that I bought to train all winter in. I was so excited by the prospect of the race that I went on a shopping spree to buy everything I would…
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The cost of materials fallacy
It still baffles me that people continue to use the argument that items are overpriced based on what they have calculated the price of the materials to be. If a brand were to ever charge you for an item, purely based on the price of the materials, they would go out of business. For a…
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Hunt for the magic planner
I’ve spent hours searching for the perfect agenda for me, just a planner that didn’t force me to schedule my day in a particular way, or shout out inspirational quotes, or assault me with stickers. I finally settled on one, only to find it didn’t magically organize my life for me. Such a waste of…
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How well does a grape water mist work?: Thoughts on this Caudalie product
I picked up the Caudalie Grape Water Moisturizing Face Mist to give the brand a second chance. As a reminder of my previous post, I am not a fan of their Beauty Elixir. I found, though social media sings its praises, the extracts and essential oils in the blend irritated my skin. That led me…
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A soft rose scent from Chloé
I woke up and wanted to smell sweet and feminine and floral, for some strange reason. Perhaps it was a callback to the favorite scents of my youth. Or maybe I was just looking for something to shift my mood for the day. I scoured my collection to see if I could find something to…
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SWOT yourself
I had a moment. I realized that I am most successful when I stick strictly to a routine, to a degree that worries others. I excel there. I feel great there. However, my biggest flaw is that I believe that I shouldn’t have to do that. Other people are able to just decide what they…
A Wren Says 