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  • Special, special snowflake

    It was long used as a pejorative for millennials, but I’m going to claim it. I am a special snowflake. I don’t write that to say that I believe I deserve special treatment or participation trophies just for showing up. I am just over wishing I were like everyone else. Snowflakes form their unique patterns…

    awrensays

    November 8, 2024
    Reflection
    confidence, mindset, self improvement
  • Just a quick note on lab grown diamonds

    There is a question that is floating around. Are lab created diamonds actually better for the environment? Lab grown diamonds are attractive to jewelry shoppers because they are less expensive, and manufacturers uphold them as a good alternative to the problems that come with mining natural diamonds. But remember, do your own research. Verify where…

    awrensays

    November 7, 2024
    Uncategorized
    diamonds, environment, jewelry, sustainability
  • I should do my makeup

    I pushed away from the computer and decided, “I should do my makeup.” I had nowhere to go and none of the necessary skills, but it felt like the right move. I took the concealer that was a shade that I thought didn’t quite work for me. I mixed it with the color corrector to…

    awrensays

    November 6, 2024
    Reflection
    Makeup, worry
  • I don’t think I ever trusted a celebrity spokesperson more

    “Wait, is that Jane Goodall? In a diamond ad?” I remembered her from all those videos in the past. Her living amongst and studying the gorillas. Seeing her promoting Brilliant Earth instantly made me go to the website. Well, obviously it is the most sustainable and greenest choice. Without really having to speak about it,…

    awrensays

    November 5, 2024
    Marketing
    celebrity endorsers, diamonds, environment, sustainability
  • Consistency

    I have a great idea that I want to write about, but alas I know that I don’t have the time today to give it the attention it requires. However, I also don’t want to break this commitment I have made to myself to post every day. So here is a consistency post. It comes…

    awrensays

    November 4, 2024
    Reflection
    Anything worth doing badly, consistency
  • Did you know Chanel made sunscreen?

    Curiosity got the best of me as I walked through Nordstrom one day. That’s how I ended up with a Chanel sunscreen. I have been using their UV Essentiel and now the tube is almost empty. It’s time for a review. Among the claims that Chanel makes are that it will protect you from the…

    awrensays

    November 3, 2024
    Skincare
    beauty, Chanel, luxury, skin-care, Skincare, skincare review, SPF, sunscreen
  • Maison Margiela’s Afternoon Delight is a delicious treat

    The invitation said, wear fall themed colors. I have none, so I thought maybe I should do a fall themed fragrance. For some reason, I thought Maison Margiela’s Afternoon Delight would be perfect. Something about the increasingly chilly weather had me leaning towards the sweet gourmand fragrance. Afternoon Delight eau de parfum $165 for 100mL…

    awrensays

    November 2, 2024
    Fragrance
    fragrance review, gourmand fragrances, maison margiela, vanilla
  • yet another restart

    “I’m tired of this. How many times am I going to start over?”  And then a small voice answered, “As many days as you are alive.” While I was/am frustrated with myself for having to start yet another challenge to make progress towards my goals, I have a new perspective. It is such a beautiful…

    awrensays

    November 1, 2024
    Reflection
    goal setting, Productivity, second chances, self-talk
  • Maybe more costumes

    Today is Halloween. Depending on where you live, this marks a day where you will see many people, young and old parading around in costumes. And then, just by looking at them, you are expected to guess who they are. Based on the mask, the clothing, the makeup, you have clues. The more outlandish, the…

    awrensays

    October 31, 2024
    fashion
    self expression, self-concept
  • Artechouse used Love is Blind to its advantage

    I went to Artechouse back in February. It was an immersive experience that allowed me to experience the creative power of AI. I went alone and was able to linger in each space and contemplate for an extended time. I look fondly on that time and plan to get over there to see more exhibits.…

    awrensays

    October 30, 2024
    Marketing
    art, marketing analysis, New York, things to do
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