A Pre-New Years Resolution...Resolution.

Zombies!

You're gonna see some changes here at Makeup Zombie. In addition to my makeup/nail polish posts, I'm going to begin blogging about my weight loss journey. I have decided (being 32) that I will not go one more year overweight. PERIOD.

I am so lucky, that my mother in law contributed to the cause by purchasing me a treadmill (that I will pay off over the next year) during a black Friday sale today. We set it up this evening and I did my first 30 minute intense workout. It feels GOOD to WANT to do this. It feels good to get winded, feel my legs turning to mush. It feels good to want a big life change.

Yes, I could start a new blog, post about this on Facebook, but you're already a pretty big support system and I've never really been "private" about my life with you lovely readers, so, I decided to take you along on my journey. Makeup Zombie will be the same, just with weight loss posts thrown in.

I have ideas on charts I will post so you can all watch my progress along with me. It will make me accountable and hopefully your encouragement will push me along! I am positively, 100% committed to this (the first time I can *honestly* say this.) The reason I'm so adamant is..I'm having troubles sleeping, I have continual heartburn, I have terrible migraines, and I am just tired.all.of.the.time. I NEED this to be a healthy person, someone my children can look up to and follow my example.

Of course exercise isn't the only change I'm making. My husband and I are going to start a healthier lifestyle. I'm going to experiment with food- eat healthier..and for a few months limit carbs. (Hubs refuses to do this part.) So, we'll see. I hope to look and feel totally different this time next year. Wish me luck, will you?

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Totally Unrelated to Makeup! My family!

Good morning Zombies!

No words, just adorable pictures of the most precious people in my life. My gorgeous family.

Cooper and Daddy




Cooper


Dade




Ben and I


Gorgeous Leia (my clone!)


Have a great day everyone!

I am alive! Promise!

Hey Zombies!

I promise I'm alive! (I've received a couple emails asking if I'm okay.) I am currently in Southern California (Santa Barbara) for my oldest nieces college graduation. I will be back in action on Tuesday! I'm still around and kicking!

The straw that broke.....

beau·ty/ˈbyo͞otē/Noun

 

1. A combination of qualities, such as shape, color, or form, that pleases the aesthetic senses, esp. the sight.

2. A combination of qualities that pleases the intellect or moral sense.

Dudes.. I am pissed. I've actually BEEN pissed for a few months now, but I finally decided to just say FUCK IT and write up a not so pleasing post as to WHY  I'm pissed. Let's take this little GEM of a shitty blog for example. Ok, NO, she's isn't "criticizing" me, YET, but she's blatantly making fun of some fellow beauty bloggers for no apparent reason other than pointing out the flaws in their makeup "looks."  What's more is that she's taking photos from their blog without their permission to rip apart their makeup. 

THAT was the straw that broke my silence.

Which brings me to this...everyone and their MOM has a blog these days.  I'm cool with that, really. I am. The more beauty blogs, the better.... IF the quality of the blog is good. If you're creating a blog for fun and to show off your fun makeup orders and stashes, more power to you- write what you want and I'll read it cause I like it! But if you're creating a blog to do, let's say.. serious swatches, reviews, etc of companies and makeup, make sure your swatches are clear, make sure you LINK to the company or product in your review. And don't get so damn defensive when someone points out that your BLOG SUCKS! Ok..that was a little over the top for me. I really do give everyone the benefit of the doubt, it's just my nature. But I will say one thing for sure, if you're a newbie blogger and you're hounding indie companies on Etsy all day and getting free shit to review, I DO have an issue with that. I spent tonz of money in the beginning of my blogging days (I still do) because I didn't want to seem like I was begging for free samples. It's taken a while for me to build a base of companies who trust me enough to send me swag to review. I EARNED IT. It was not handed to me. And these blogs that get so much shit for free and produce a half ass, lame review really jerks me off. NOT in a good way. And PLEASE do your research before making a blog post. Research the company, research the brand, the ingredients, the owner BEFORE you make a post about the company possibly being a re-packager, you hate their packaging, the owner didn't send you FREE shit with your order..think before you POST!

And speaking of re-packagers, what's up with all of these companies stealing photos from other companies or not hand making the shit they claim to have hand made? I'm talking to you ORGLAMIX, Glittersniffer, Bitchslap!, etc.  And then just disappear off the face of the earth like nothing ever happened? (ORGLAMIX!) Because beauty blogging is now so damn popular, you'd think these companies would know better than to try and be sneaky little rats and basically steal everyones hard earned money and trust. GOOGLE people. You're not invisible on the internetz. NOW, we (I) can't really trust ANY new company. I've actually digressed and started just dealing and using with the companies I know and love because of all the drama out there these days. I've said it before and I'll say it again. Makeup is FUN, it's suppose to be fun, it's suppose to make people happy and glittery and take away from all the other shit in the real world. But recently when I get online and read all the drama about NYX or Glittersniffer, or whatever, it makes me want to turn off my PC, walk away, and vomit..or eat ice cream. I have 3 kids at home and that's stressful, I blog because I love it and it takes me away from reality for a little while. PLEASE don't take that away from me.

I've been lucky enough to stay under the radar of "hate" on my blog..I guess we'll see if that changes after this post. LOL This is my opinion however, and it's been brewing for some time. I am just too reserved *snicker snicker* to say anything about it. Now, I don't really care. It needs to be said. And you'll rarely see rants from me like this, so savor it and please come back for more! MUAHAHAHAH!

Until tomorrow. HOPEFULLY!

Completely unrelated to makeup! Colds and Coopers.

Evening Zombies!

I am so sorry I've been a shitty host this past week. This cold I have kicked me in my ass. It's also getting surprisingly hot here in New Mexico and add crazy wind to that, makes me not wanna do crap. I *think* I'm finally starting to feel better though and I have a plethora of awesome things coming up in the next few weeks!

I wanted to brag though for a moment but have to dig into the past first.

I have 3 kiddo's. When we were pregnant with our first, my husband and I went to a yard sale and found the *perfect* crib for $75.00. It was in amazing condition and felt like it was meant for us. The crazy lady who was hosting the yard sale had something else in mind. She went back and forth...should she sell it or not. IF she sells it to us, we have to promise to take care of it. WHY have something for sale at a yard sale if your going to freak out like that, you FREAKING PSYCHO?! (Said the 6 month pregnant girl waiting in the heat.) Anyway, FINALLY she caved, the crib was ours and has lasted for all 3 of our babies. (That's almost 7 years!)

I am now proud to announce that, my last kiddo slept in that crib Friday night. We switched Cooper to his toddler bed yesterday. I thought it was going to be a fight but....

He looks so little in that bed, yet so big in that bed. What a baby.. (The flash ROCKS on my camera, btw. lol)

Despite this cold, I am going to power through, and start my week of looks by one company feature (WTF should THAT be called!?) tomorrow.  I'm starting with Persephone Minerals thanks to your votes on Facebook and will  move on from there. It may not be every week, but every other. Amanda from The Eyes Have It All and I also have a new feature cooking once Sins/Virtues is over. I also have a shit ton of amazing reviews coming up and SWATCHES! Yeah, it's gonna be a great summer.

Kiss your babies tonight- even if they're sound asleep in their "big boy beds." They are precious. 

Delurk and Be Merry!

Zombies!

I have a backlog of posts to do because of a migraine I had for 2 days straight. :(

So, let's just do something fun for right now while I get cuaght up! I've gained quite a few new Zombies in the past few months, so please delurk and tell me how you found Makeup Zombie! Or just say HI! I love my readers!

I'll be back in a few with a "real" post.

Blond Hair and what a life!

Hey Zombies!

Over the weekend I got a wild hair up my arse and decided to bleach my hair.period. I just went for it and I'm happy-ish with the results. I'm going to get a little bit lighter than it is now..but keeping the red mixed in. I may trim my bangs a bit too.


I used Kalidescopes (blue) bleach from Sally's with a level 40 developer. I left it in for about 90 minutes, but I didn't have enough product in some spots, so it's still a little brassy. Nothing I can't fix. What do you think?

And a blog update. I'm going to be moving THIS Friday into our very own HOUSE! I haven't told you, but we've been living with the in-laws since November..And it's become a little crowded and while we made it work, we're all ready to move on. We found an amazing house with an awesome backyard! So, the blog will be slow for a few weeks until I can get everything organized and get internet back up and running.

So, if anyone is interested in doing some guest posts for me or if anyone wants to do a "Dark Faerie" or "Beautiful Zombie" look, email me at makeupzombie@yahoo.com :D

I hope you have a beautiful week. I am on the edge of my seat...which is good, cause I need to get my ass up and pack!

Completely unrelated to makeup! My hubs and my kids!

I adore my family. They keep me grounded when my volatile personality tries to come out. They are so precious to me!

Happy Sunday! We're off on another adventure!

Please help Amanda and Kyle Franklin!

Hello Zombies!

It's with a heavy heart that I write this post. And it isn't about makeup.

Please watch this video HERE to first see what I am going to be writing about.

I grew up with an went to high school with Kyle. Back then he was the shy, skinny kid in stone washed jeans with a great smile. He drove a Delorean back then talked fondly of his father in art class. The kid was going somewhere.

I've only recently connected with Kyle again after years on the good old Book of Faces! And I've found it fascinating to follow he and his wife's lives in the air show business. When the video of the crash appeared on FB, I was mortified. I didn't know the extent of Amanda's injuries until just a few days ago. My heart is broken.



Kyle and Amanda (photo courtesy of Franklin's Flying Circus and Airshow)

Because of the tremendous and painful road to recovery ahead of Amanda and Kyle, I implore everyone to find it in their hearts to donate (if you can) to their fund. I wanted to do something and this was the best thing I could figure out. I know there is the Japan disaster going on right now, but there is also people such as Amanda and Kyle, who in a blink of an eye had their lives turned upside down forever. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Per the Franklin's website- there are two funds set up for Kyle and Amanda:

MOONLIGHT FUND
www.moonlightfund.org and specify the Kyle & Amanda Franklin Fund. You can also send a check to the Kyle & Amanda Franklin Fund, c/o The Moonlight Fund, PO Box 1299, Bandera TX 78003. The Moonlight Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides 24/7-assistance to burn survivors and their families in their hour of need.

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF AIR SHOWS FOUNDATION
www.icasfoundation.org and specify the Kyle & Amanda Fund during the donation process. You may also mail a check or money order to: ICAS Foundation, 750 Miller Drive, Suite F-3, Leesburg, VA 20175. Make your check or money order payable to the ICAS Foundation, and indicate "Kyle and Amanda Fund" in the memo section. You may also donate by credit card call the ICAS Foundation Chairman, Caroline Trinkwalder, at 734-595-0864 or call ICAS headquarters (703-779-8510) with credit card information.


Amanda and Kyle are constantly in my thoughts and in my hearts. Speedy recovery to both of you!

Take a moment to kiss and hug your loved ones, right now.

Alright, alright, I'll play!

FRIDAY ZOMBIES!

I've been away from my hubs and oldest son all week and I'm really starting to miss them. Luckily I'll be going home tomorrow!

The bestie, Megan from Kitschy Suburbia tagged me in this cool little game today and I decided to play along.

Answer the following 8 questions in your own handwriting:

1.  What is your name?  And your blog?
2.  What's your blog URL?
3.  Write: The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog.
4.  Favorite quote.
5.  Favorite song?
6.  Favorite band/singers?
7.  Say anything you want.
8.  Pass this along to a few bloggers.


 
I hope you'll play along. What a fun thing to do on a Friday!

Completely unrelated to makeup! My daughter.

Good morning Zombies!

Have you ever had that "de ja vous" moment when looking at someone who looks just like you, acts like you, loves the things you love, even scolds her brothers like you do? I had that yesterday when glancing at my daughter in the back seat of my soccer Mom mini-van. This little girl IS me. All the good and ALL the bad. And she's really the love of my life. YES, I love my boys of course, but my bond is special with Leia and I hope to develop it and keep us close for the rest of her life.

She truly is my Princess Leia.







Happy Friday. More to come today!

Spring Cleaning Zombie style!

Evening Zombies!

A few nights ago I was wide awake, glued to my computer at 11:30 pm, I came across THIS post. It really got me to thinking what I can do to simplify my life.

I've decided to do a little "spring cleaning" in my life, blog, computer, relationships, etc. As I get older, I realize what's really important and what I just *think* is important. My family and my blog are very important to me, but sometimes, I neglect the family  for the blog. And that's just not right. Thus the small hiatus I've been on from blogging.

So, the first thing I am going to do is do away with DISQUS comments. I've been SO worried about responding to each and every comment people leave, but I have to remember that blogging isn't ALL about the comments, it's about providing entertainment and information to people who read the blog and if they comment, that's even better. So, I'm going back to the good old blogger system. And I won't feel guilty if I don't get every single question answered. The transfer may cause comments to disappear for a while until I can figure out how to recover them.

I really wanted to establish "Mommy and Me-Nail Sundays" but my little girl is SO hard to get to sit still and usually ends up touching, demolishing, etc. her super sparkly mani minutes after it's been applied. We can't blame her, she's 3. So, I may wait till she's a little older and pick up our Nail Sunday's again. This doesn't mean I won't still do her nails though. hehe

Beautiful Zombie is still a go. I do have several looks still to be posted. (I'm not ignoring anyone! I swear!) And if you're still interested in creating a beautiful zombie themed look, mani, etc., please email me at makeupzombie @ yahoo dot com

I will be going through my makeup and doing a little spring cleaning as well and adding new items to my blog sale. I WILL NOT ever sell something that was sent to me for review purposes. Just wanted to throw that out there. :D

I want to be a better Mom..a better wife...a better friend. I want to do MORE, get out MORE, explore MORE! BE MORE! So, this means I'll be focusing a lot more on my photography. I'd love to see where I might take it. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, check out my second blog Walk a Mile backwards. And of course, devote equal parts of my time to this blog, my family, etc. Life is CAHRAZY!

And the best news?! At 500 followers I will be having an amazing giveaway, because you all are such an awesome group of people and make this blog so worth while and fun. And I promise to be here more and be more for you!

Totally unrelated to makeup! Dirty little secrets!

Hi Zombies!

I read somewhere just recently, that there is a website where people can anonymously share their deepest darkest secret, one they have never told anyone because they are too ashamed or too embarrassed...or it's just TOO juicy! And you know, if you do that, it's good for your soul. It's hard keeping something in that is screaming to come out.

So, because of that, I wanted to dedicate a post to our dirty little secrets. Come on, don't be shy, tell us! One catch though, please post Anonymously, unless you're cool with everyone knowing who you are. :)

I'm going to keep this an ongoing post and create a page for it at the top of the blog. What can I say....I like being the ringmaster! Woot! Oh and I'm the last person on earth to judge someone else. :D

A couple things real QUICK!

ZOMBIES!

I have a kick ASS post coming up later today, but before then, I just wanted to remind you, there are just a few days left to enter my Morgana Cryptoria giveaway! The winner will receive 5 eyeshadow sample jars as well as 1 lipstick in colors of their choice!


Also, I've added more to my blog sale!

Progess makes Perfect!

Good morning my Zombies!

I've been doing some extra special thinking about this here blog. I'm strongly considering doing nail polish posts along with my makeup looks and reviews. I counted my polish the other day and I have 63 bottles, plus 3 that are on their way to me. Why not do nail polish posts? I have the means. LOL Plus, it's another form of color expression that would be fun to explore with my readers.

I've recently installed DISQUS for comments on the blog. You can log in with your Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo, OpenID (which means you just log in with your name)  or DISQUS accounts. I really like this new system as I am able to reply to your individual comments and that makes me HAPPY! Let me know what you think, ok?

I also noticed that I gained 5 new followers just in the last day, so I'd like to say welcome and I hope you'll say hi from time to time.

Hope you're all having a lovely week and recovering from Christmas!

I'm a Sugar Plum Fairy..BISH!

Hey my Zombies!

So the past two weeks, I have been looking everyWHERE for the new Wet N' Wild holiday sets. I especially wanted "Night Elf" and I couldn't for the life of me locate them anywhere. I went to Target, Wal-Mart, CVS, and Walgreens and not just one of each place. I've been on "the hunt." Just as I thought I was doomed to never have one, I found a small display at (get this) my local GROCERY store! I literally drew in my breath and my son was like "What, Mom, what's wrong." They had every pallette and 4 of each! And they were only $3.99! (this is where the *squeeeee* came in.) Holy hotshit batman! I snatched up Night Elf, but couldn't take my eyes off of "Sugar Plum Fairy." What an amazing palette. Well, honestly, they both are. And the colors are so soft and smooth and blend like a dream. I swear, who needs MAC when the smaller companies out there are coming out with affordable makeup at such terrific quality?!


Today, my Mom came up for Thanksgiving and I did my makeup with the Sugar Plum palette. I also went and got a hair cut today. Pictures soon!

I used the last 3 eyeshadow in the palette (the mauve with gold (inner lid), purple (middle and outer lid), and the bronze-ish color (blended into crease) and the lightest color to highlight. This color is so neat, it's a white base, but has the coolest lavender shift. OMG LOVE!



I hope you all have a terrific day tomorrow- to my US readers! What are you thankful for no matter where you are?

Me? I am thankful for the following monsters. My 3 kidlets. I especially chose this picture, because it truly does capture each one of their spirits. My oldest is the protector (as you can see from the way he's holding onto his brother and sitting in the middle) but at the same time, he drives his sister crazy (as you can see from her elbowing him.) The baby is a "watcher" and a cuddle baby but also a trouble maker (as you can tell by that look on his face) and my daughter..well, she's my mini me, and the "reader" and sometimes she just can't believe what she's seeing on TV. LMAO These three little beings are ME, they make ME. They are my life, my soul mates, my beautiful children. I will cuddle them all day tomorrow and tell them how happy they make me, after all, isn't that what this holiday is all about?


(No, they don't normally look like orphans. We were relaxing last night. lol!)

!*I am totally back and I totally have pictures*!

Hey Zombies!

This post might be kinda long, cause well, I have a lot of fun shit to say! We got back from our kid free weekend in the pines! yesterday. I missed my kids, but it was nice to have a weekend of no crying, diapers, fighting, screaming, etc. etc. I didn't take a ton of pictures, because I was busy having fun, but I took some.

I was stoked, the day I left, I received my orders from Sassy Minerals and Meow Cosmetics, so I was able to play around with them on the trip. Looks and swatches to come. In the meantime, have a gander at the fun we had!






<--------- Megan and I! 


This is the gang. Our best friends. (Ben, Wendi, Neil, and Megan.)


My husband Ben and I.


The town (Ruidoso)...this is one of the only pictures of nature that I took. FAIL!


The guys arrived at midnight. Megan and I got to the cabin at 7:00. We got a little toasty before the boys got there and greeted them at the door with silly string. As you can see below, they were totally happy about their drunken wives. But look at the cool ass cabin in the background.


DEER!


My surprise birthday cake from all my bishes!


Why yes, I DO love my cake.


We played a game where you have to blow cards off of a wine bottle, without knocking them all down. It was pretty comical. My husband was a tard and didn't let me take any good pics of him doing it, and the ones he took of me, well, they were a little X rated. So...here's Neil and Megan giving it a go!


Megan "blows" and Neil watches! (Not sure what THAT face is all about!)


Neil blows!



I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I missed you all! I'll be moving in the next 2 weeks, so I may not be around as much, but I will be back in full force soon!