Tag: Valentine’s Day

Feeling the Love

Feeling the Love

by Honestly Carrie ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Happy ❤ Day!

I woke up a little bit earlier than usual this morning so I could get everyone’s gifts together.

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It’s crazy but……part of what you see was already there!! There’s that effort that makes my heart happy. 🙂

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He knows me well  ♥ Thanks LP

Question. Why do we (or is it just me) feel obligated to purchase the same thing (junk) every single year?  I do not love my kids more today than I will tomorrow. Or do I? I don’t know. I guess I will let you know how tomorrow goes.  In all seriousness, It’s the same box with raspberry (gross) chocolates when you thought you were getting caramel, the same bears they’ve marked up 50%, and the bags that end up costing more than what’s inside. Is it not a racket or am I all by myself here?

Next year, I’m buying a cookie cake and telling everyone how much I love them.

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I would love to get your opinion.

Obviously (I know for the bazillionth time) I’m still trying to figure this blog life out. I originally planned on (and am currently) posting at 6:00pm EST.

How does this work for you?

Would you rather it pop up in the morning? If so, how early?

Several of the blogs I follow post early in the morning and I enjoy waking up to those emails.

Can we take a quick poll?

Thank you!!

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Last night I was reading over a couple of your messages which led me to thinking about how awesome and supportive you all have been.

So, I want to say thank you. And how else can I thank you other than a giveaway?

You know the products I was bragging on the other night that I received from Sephora? I want to give one of the sets to one of you. Y’all truly make my day, everyday ❤

First Aid Beauty has always been good to my skin. I struggle to find things that don’t turn me red and dry me out. This 4-piece mini set is great!

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It includes:

Pure Skin Face Cleanser

Facial Radiance Pads

5 in 1 Bouncy Mask

Ultra Repair Hydra-Firm Sleeping Cream

Here’s how it can be yours!!

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I’m going to post early today because I’m anxiously awaiting your feedback on blog times!

Giveaway winner will be announced Monday 2/19!!!!

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Enjoy the rest of your day

 

 

 

Did you know?

Did you know?

by Honestly Carrie ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Happy Wednesday!

Did you know that women look their oldest at 3:30pm on this very day?

The tanning brand St Tropez carried out this study and with several contributing factors came to this conclusion. I’m not making this up. Google it!

So, the next time you are sitting in afternoon car line (on a Wednesday) and looking around thinking about how all those other mamas could use a makeover….just remember, they are thinking the same thing 😉

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I told you yesterday that I can’t seem to come up with Valentine’s Day ideas without being selfish. That’s still true. So, we are going to stick with that and make it all about what you need to get yourself (or request for yourself) for Valentine’s Day. Deal?

Speaking of deals.

I came across  THIS  oversized scarf at Gap and I love it! I’m not the only one either. It has all (over 20) 5-star reviews!

It was originally $39.95 now marked down to $9.97. PLUS if you enter the promo code EXTRA in at checkout, shipping is free 🙂 THAT is a beautiful thing.

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How about this for a cute Valentine’s Day idea.

I love this idea. You just fill in the blanks and not only is it sweet and personal, but it’s a great keepsake.

You can find it on Amazon for under $7.00. There are so many more fill in the blank journals just like this one. Click on the Amazon link and it will take you right to them.

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POLL TIME

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Thank you so very much for the sweet messages regarding yesterdays post. It’s hard putting personal information out there when we live in an evil, judgmental, freedom to say whatever you want, (I could go on) kind of world. I appreciate the kind words and prayers more than you know.

As always, don’t forget to subscribe with your email and follow on social media!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

Counting down to Valentine’s Day

Counting down to Valentine’s Day

by Honestly Carrie ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Happy Tuesday!!

Yesterday was a big day for me!!!!

For those of you that don’t know, I went into surgical menopause at a young age. The doctors words – I went to sleep on the operating table a 31-year-old woman and when I woke up a few hours later, I was 60. I didn’t expect to lose my ovaries during that operation so I wasn’t prepared. How do you even prepare for that though?

It’s been 7 years.

Doctor after doctor.

I still thank God for my health every single day. I know I could have it a lot worse. I’m nothing special here it’s just the hand I have been dealt and I’m dealing the best I can. You never know the impact your hormones have on your livelihood until you can’t seem to balance them. Adding 30+ years on to your body while you are asleep and then waking up still trying to live like you’re 30 is nearly impossible. The fatigue is unreal, the anxiety is like nothing I’ve ever experienced, the hair loss, weight fluctuations, mood swings, no sleep (oh how I miss sleeping), etc….I feel bad for my husband and kids, not for myself.  I’m not the same person I once was and frustration is the best word I can come up with right now.

However….

Yesterday I found hope again.

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I’ve never been more optimistic than I am this very moment. 🙏

Come on, you know we all look better with a Snapchat filter.

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Enough about me!!

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7 more shopping days people. That’s 7 more days if you exclude the actual day of because surely no one other than my husband waits until then?

If I’m being honest I could not care any less about this day.  Sure it can be special and sweet and lovey dovey. And, I would be lying if I said I didn’t expect a gift 😉 BUT, just a small gift. Something that shows effort. I like effort. Effort makes me happy (I’m talking to you LP).  I’m perfectly happy with a homemade card. Is anyone else with me here?

Also for me, save money and skip the roses. Soooo expensive $$

Although, this is a bouquet I would be perfectly happy with.

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Be still my heart.

I saw this online and it screams my name. I live for food of this kind 🙂

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Old Navy has THESE cute tees that are perfect for anytime, not just Valentine’s Day. The reviews are fantastic and right now they are marked down to $12.00. Enter code SWEET at checkout for 20% more off making them $9.60. I think I will 🙂

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I was trying to think outside of the box for Valentine’s Day ideas because (again) I’m boring and I just don’t go crazy on this day.  I am apparently not good at this because I really didn’t get anywhere. So, I’m sticking with things I like.

One of my favorite things in this world…

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Anytime you need a gift idea for me you can’t go wrong with a good coffee mug. Did I say for me? My bad, I meant a gift idea for anyone 😉

Target has really cute mugs (because mugs can be cute) for Valentine’s Day for as little as $4.99.

I love THIS set of 2 for $9.99.

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I will share more (inexpensive) things I like throughout the week!

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Thank you, Thank you to all that responded with ideas for topics! I love them all and will narrow it down and feature one this week! Thanks again !!!!

Also, don’t forget to tune in Friday.  I will be talking about my “Can’t live without cha” item! Be thinking about what your item is so you can share it with us!

I want to add, I know some of you don’t want to post on a public page. You can always share thoughts and ideas with me at honestlycarrie411@gmail.com . If I end up featuring your idea you will remain anonymous!

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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for following along on this journey! It’s really good to be back and talking with you all again.

Don’t forget! The more followers I have the more giveaways I can offer!

I ♥ giveaways!

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Enjoy the rest of your day.