A Few of My Favorite Things

I thought it might be fun to do a random post about some of my current favorite things.

 

Hair & Beauty:

Okay so anyone who knows me knows 2 things:

1. I used to have full, thick, gorgeous hair…. and then Ava came along and quite frankly since being pregnant it just hasn’t been the same

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2. I’m not a big make-up person, in fact, half the time, I don’t even wear make-up. Plus, Adam doesn’t like a lot so when I do we are both perfectly happy with a little bit of make-up.

Keeping in mind both of those points, I do have some favorite things in this category!



1. Extra Volume Moroccanoil Shampoo & Conditioner

This has to be hands down my favorite shampoo every. Its funny because I think every girl on my mom’s side of the famiy got some as a Christmas present AND we were excited about it! I was almost out so it was perfect timing! I’ve even caught Adam using it and when I confronted him about it he admitted he really likes it as well. I’m not sure the volume part helps him but it is excellent shampoo.



2. Moroccanoil Treatment

I apply this to the ends of my hair after each wash and it has really made a difference.  I received my first bottle of this for Christmas and I have used it religiously since- I fee like my hair is healthier and looks better and I attribute some of that to this oil.



3. Moroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask

(Am I sounding like a Moroccanoil Rep yet? ha!) Okay, so I actually have only used this a few times. You are supposed to do a weekly treatment and then you can use it less as your hair's condition improves, but oh. my! I love the way my hair feels after using this! Maybe I'm just buying into all the hype, but I do feel like my hair is thicker than it used to be.



 

4. HAI Elite Flat Iron

I love this flat iron. I also have a CHI flat iron, but this one is so much better. I’m not sure what makes it better they are both very similar in their make, but something about this one gives it the upper hand. Plus its extra light- not that the CHI is heavy, but you notice a marked difference when using one right after the other.

 



5. Nars Blush: Orgasm

Okay, okay, I know the name of the blush isn’t necessarily  very 'Baptist' of me but this is my all-time favorite item of make-up. Ever. What’s even more amazing is that I have yet to hear of a person who doesn’t love it and it doesn’t look good on- no matter skin tone. Trust me: Run out and buy it- you can thank me later!

 

Workout Gear:

I don't have a lot in this category, because, well you don't need a lot of 'stuff' to work out, but I do have a couple of favorites that are worth mentioning.



1. Tuneband for iPhone 5

I can’t have something in my hands when I run, this armband/case has been the perfect companion for my runs! Easy to put on and off and/or adjust. It’s super comfortable and I never have to move it once I put it into place. They have them in all kinds of colors and for iPhone 4’s too.



2. Lululemon Bang Buster

I’m not one to spend money at Lululemon- way to pricey for something I’m going to sweat in, but this $18 accessory has made such a difference! It keeps my headphones in place AND keeps my hair from falling in my face. Even better it keeps sweat from dropping down- gross, I know! I wear one each time at Bootcamp and after 10 weeks of using it I think I love it even more!

 

Techies:

You would think this category would be overflowing with favorites, but it really isn't. Technology is so richly integrated into our daily lives, but we are somewhat creatures of habit so once we find something we like we stick with it. I did think it would be good to mention a few things we "favorite" in this area!

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Spotify

Hello! If you aren't on Spotify you are missing out. It out ranks Pandora in my book as you can pick specific songs and play them. There have been very few songs I haven't been able to find on Spotify- we love this service! And best of all, for desktop users its free if you can handle the few commercials they throw in there!



 

 

 

 

 

2. Northpointonline.tv

If you aren't able to go to church or are traveling  or just want to hear/watch a great service, do yourself a favor and check out NPO- I can promise you- you will not regret it! They have live streaming services Sundays at 9 and 11 am and rebroadcast the service at 2, 6, and 10pm on Sundays and again at 8 on Wednesdays. Just check it out!



 

 

 

 

 

3. Legacy Countdown App

I think I've mentioned once or twice :) that I know approximately how many weekends Ava has until she graduates, that's thanks to this handy little app designed just for that purpose. 670 and counting...



 

 

 

 

 

4. Feedly

So, Google Reader closed up shop and left a lot of us looking for the next thing to make keeping up with our favorite blogs easy...introducing Feedly. I use this and have been extremely pleased! I've been able to keep up just as I did with Google Reader and switching over was super easy as well!



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. NWS (National Weather Service)

This is strictly for Adam....He is our go-to weather forecaster. He reads the weather discussions the meterologists post and is the only one I trust when it comes to weather. He also has this super-intricate radar he uses to check the weather, but I'm not sure what the name of it is or even where to find it (and while I'm being completely honest, I don't even know how to read it- I just need a simple green for rain and white for snow- oh wait, we live in Florida- ok then, just the green for rain and the temperature!)

To keep this post from dragging on and on as I seem to have lots of favorites ;0 I'll stop here and pick up another time with some more favorites in other categories!