tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80880840111973002652024-03-05T12:40:17.243-06:00Mama Next Doorjust making it up as we go along Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.comBlogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-33310109178655339332016-01-19T21:50:00.001-06:002016-01-19T21:51:06.506-06:00A Sprinkle for Luke<br />
This past weekend my girlfriend and I hosted a small baby sprinkle at my house for one of our BFFs who is having her 2nd little boy in just a few short weeks. Since my formal room is already black and white, we used that to our advantage and added gold for what turned out to be a very chic soiree! It turned out so cute! I especially love the silhouette in the frame.<br />
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heads up - Central Market has the most delicious chocolate mousse cake</div>
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It's hard to believe sometimes our group of girls have been friends for over 10+years and some of us are having our 2nd and 3rd babies! It's true, quality is always better over quantity. Friendship is no exception. We can't wait to meet Baby Luke and add him to our growing brood of babes!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-51885806526391890752016-01-13T22:00:00.000-06:002016-01-13T22:00:31.213-06:00Hello.It's me. I was wondering if after all these years you'd like to meet to go over everything.<br />
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Ha. All lame jokes aside, I can't believe I let all this dust collect here in my little corner of the internet. It's surreal to read my last post right before I had Greyson, and now, here we are - an entire year and some months later. I don't want to say toddler quite yet, but I have a <strike>walking</strike> running baby, who is pretty good at tearing up the house alongside his brother. I may be biased, but he is crazy smart and has the funniest and spiciest little personality. Hubs and I are in for a lot of trouble with this one, we can already tell.<br />
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2015 has been, for a lack of better words, CRAZY, and I was just completely burnt out by year's end. I wasn't so sure I wanted to even have a party for G, but I managed to pull together a birthday party for the little peanut and so glad I did. Second Child Syndrome is a real thing. I know a lot of people think birthday parties are all for the parents, and 80% of it probably is. Ok, probably 95%. But a little bit of cake and presents never hurt anybody :)<br />
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We did the traditional Vietnamese game for Greyson like we did for Caden. You are supposed to lay out some random items that represent potential careers, i.e ball for athlete, tape measure for engineer, etc. G picked up the ball first, but we thought maybe he just grabbed the closest thing to him. We tried again and he grabbed the screwdriver, which represented a mechanic. I gave him the thermometer on the 3rd try....so doctor he'll be! Third time's a charm, right? :)</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-51143058779263553912014-11-09T18:41:00.001-06:002014-11-09T18:47:16.737-06:00Preparing For GreysonThe weeks are flying by and it's really starting to sink in that in a month or so I'm going to be a mama to TWO BOYS. Slllightly freaking out a little bit here. My mom thinks I won't make it past the first week of December bc I'm so huge (Thanks Mother. #typicalbluntAsianmom). I feel like I've forgotten how to take care of a newborn. So little, so squishy. I'm used to my rough and rowdy wild child that I'm more anxious about myself than how C will react to his brother. Is it really like riding a bike? REALLY? I haven't done anything since we're going to have so much going on with the move. I've washed some clothes and that's about it! It's true, 2nd child syndrome is a real thing.<br />
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This pregnancy has been completely different from my first. Caden didn't really give me a hard time outside of migraines, but this baby has been kicking my butt, literally. Compounded by an active toddler, my body is ready to shut down. Everywhere aches, I'm beyond exhausted, and I feel like my belly button will just burst open. The doctor says I'm measuring on the bigger side for how far along I am and he will probably be bigger than Caden. OH YAY. I feel kind of bad; little dude is probably so squished up in there. Somedays I feel like he's trying to kick his way out. Regardless of how crappy I'm feeling, I muster up all the energy I can to make our weekends and 1 on 1 time with big brother worthwhile before he's no longer my only child.<br />
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It's going to be a monumentally stressful time for me with the move, the adjustment of another dependent little human, the parentals all up in the mix, and the hormones, oh gawd, the hormones...I can already feel the beginnings of a melt down and mommy guilt building up in my toes, but I'm trying extra hard to take it all in stride. But deep down, I'M TERRIFIED people. I've already told the husband to have a plate of sushi ready for me to inhale at the hospital after delivery and if he knows what's good for him, he better remember! At least we're more fortunate this time around in that D's able to take 6 weeks off for paternity leave instead of just one with Caden. He'll be able to spend a lot of time with C and take a lot of my plate with the mounting list of things to do for the move.<br />
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Caden is not only ridiculously spoiled with our time and affection, but with his grandparents, I worry so much about how he'll feel. We've done all the books, the constant reminders that this is "his baby" to get him ready for Greyson. All signs are pointing to a sucessful transition so far, but I've probably just jixed myself by typing that and putting it out there in the universe. Lately, he's been talking and playing with a teddy bear he has and you guys, it's so adorable. He shares his cars (unheard of), reads his books and sings w/ Teddy. However, D and I overheard him saying "Do you want a spanking Teddy?" the other day and we completely lost it. I guess Teddy wasn't listening and being a bad bear. :)<br />
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A lot of moms have told me that they just can't believe how much their hearts have expanded to love another child after their first and I guess it's something I'll just have to wait to experience. We've been so so blessed to have such a happy go lucky, confident, funny, handsome little guy I just can't imagine having another kid completely steal my heart as much as this one.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-72648945953300188742014-11-03T22:22:00.000-06:002014-11-04T15:50:16.492-06:00Halloween 2014 <div dir="ltr">
I hate Halloween. It's such a pointless holiday IMO. Maybe it's the fact that my parents never let us go when we were growing up bc of the irrational paranoia and fear they had that someone would try to poison the neighborhood kids aka my brother and me.</div>
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Clearly, it would be wrong of me to deny my son the tradition of Halloween. I'll let him decide what holidays to hate himself. Last year he was still young and didn't really understand the concept, so I must admit I was a little psyched he was so pumped about wearing a costume. I'm thrilled he's starting to expand his interests into things other than cars and trucks and happily obliged to Spiderman.</div>
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C was a regular old pro at trick or treating (although it took a few houses for him to understand he could only have what they gave out and he couldn't go shopping in their candy buckets lol) and I loved seeing him keep up with the big kids and not getting spooked at the scary houses.</div>
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I'm actually kinda looking forward to next Halloween. Greyson will be old enough to tag along so OBVIOUSLY I need to find matching costumes for the boys...and maybe Daddy :) I guess Halloween is not so bad after all.</div>
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<li>D. doesn't drink while I *can* be a complete lush. I may or may not be that girl at the office Christmas party. But honestly, his nondrinking ways have started to rub off on me, since I can't even rememer the last time I even had a buzz. It was probably pre-Caden! </li>
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<li>While we've been married for 5 years, we were together for 5 years before that. I can't believe a whole decade with this guy has flown by. That doesn't include the few months we dated while in high school before I went away to college. I still tease him that he was my rebound after a breakup w/ an ex :)</li>
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<li>This man has the patience of a saint with me and I'm so thankful for that. Maybe it was my defense mechanism from failed relationships, but I had a really bad tendency to be ... just plain <u>bitchy</u>. It was to the point where my gfs and even my parents told me to snap out of it bc D. was so nice and frankly didn't deserve it. Ya'll that's love when someone sees you at your worst, and still wants to be with you! Recognize it!</li>
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<li>We are super impulsive people. We are definitely 'do it now, think about it later'. For example: I got into a fight with my dad about somethign random and was so pissed and wanted to move out. Instead of cooling off, lettting it blow over like a normal, rational person, we decided we wanted to move in together. My parents are old school, so Dat went and bought me a ring so we could live together! Makes sense and totally not hasty at all, right? We had a nice and long engagement though :)</li>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-62547233766344991082014-10-08T16:52:00.000-05:002014-10-08T16:54:01.608-05:00Texas State Fair - 2014My parents worked 7 days a week, almost year round when my brother and I were growing up. It was a typical childhood for immigrant families, work hard...and well, work hard. We didn't have any family vacations until much later on in our pre-teen years, and going out was just my dad taking us all out to eat lunch on Sunday afternoons. However, one place my mom always took us was the State Fair once a year when it opened in the fall and is a fond childhood memory for me.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-71534336350976392172014-09-12T07:00:00.000-05:002014-09-12T07:00:01.437-05:00Hive Five for Friday!TGIF! This has been a very long week and this mama is tired and ready for some downtime. We're expecting a "cold front" in Dallas this weekend, so maybe we'll actually get to hangout outside without dripping sweat. Despite a very crazy week, I had a few highlights that made me happy:<br />
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">one. </i>the builder has started to prep the land to pour our foundation yippee! we'll probably drive by this weekend with our fingers crossed that the slab is already down. </div>
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<b style="font-style: italic;">two. </b>my brother finally got a new job with great opportunities for it to be a turning point in his life. so grateful and very excited for him to experience this much needed change. </div>
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<b style="font-style: italic;">three. </b>my amazing and generous hubby gifted my mama with a new tablet just because. again, so grateful for a man that loves her as much as i do. #besthusband</div>
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<b style="font-style: italic;">four. </b>scored a huge 8x10 rug for our new place for a STEAL. For like a ridiculous, I feel like I'm robbing this place, should we pay more price. Pictures & review to come!</div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">five. </i>we've finally settled on Baby Deux's name! And by that, I mean me. haha. Husband still likes his other choices (which shall not be named, theya are <i>that</i> bad). </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-39932581625327353592014-09-09T23:00:00.001-05:002014-09-09T23:00:38.496-05:00Product Hits & MissesI love watching Youtube videos of cosmetic reviews because I'm a fellow recovering product junkie. It's an expensive addiction that I've curbed over the years, so I definitely try to be an informed consumer before I make my purchases. At least that's how I justifiy it to my husband! :)<div>
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/infusion-d-iris-eau-de-toilette-P270033?icid2=Prada_Bestsellers_Carousel_P270033_link" target="_blank">Prada Infusion d'Iris </a> - I'm not big on perfumes, but happened to get a sample of this heavenly scent and had to have it. SMELLS SOO GOOD PEOPLE. Such a fresh and clean summer scent, not overpowering.</div>
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<a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4480167" target="_blank">Loreal True Match Lumi</a> - I'm always on the search for my HG foundation since I have combination skin that's gotten especially out of hand with the pregnancy. I had high hopes for this product, but it just wasn't right for me. This left my face an oil slick after 3 hours unless I put on a primer. Ain't nobody got time for that! If your skin is on the drier side, and you are looking for light coverage, maybe give it a try. </div>
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/divine-oil-P374502?skuId=1542547&om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=pbvEc9Wh&pcrid=49113162999&pdv=c&site=us_search&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KEQjwyrqgBRDepamt-LWA2oABEiQAV7nwwITe3wA69jgnAVZ_NENsyW3ERHPbFUezSMZ6OiBw6V0aAvjJ8P8HAQ" target="_blank">Caudalie Divine Oil</a> - Am I the only woman that hates putting on lotion? It's such a beating! I figured I would give oils a try since it seemed dual purpose in that I could slather it on my body, face, and hair. Grape oil, extra virgin argan oil, hibiscus oil - it all sounds DIVINE, right? The reviews were great for this product and while I wanted to love it, I just wasn't completely sold. My skin didn't feel "extra" moisturized although the husband loved the smell. Pretty pricey for what it is and you actually need a lot for the whole body. I think I'll just stick w/ good old Cetaphil.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-40997469981922644082014-08-30T10:12:00.001-05:002014-09-26T22:12:43.518-05:00C's First Day of SchoolWhere has my little baby gone? Caden's first day back was yesterday and I had a few spare seconds to snap this picture before rushing out the door. It makes me sad to see how tall he grew in a course of a year and just how much OLDER he looks. It's true what they say. Babies don't keep! So when people give me shocked looks when I tell them we still cosleep, I just don't care anymore because pretty soon, he's going to be leaving his mama!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-86697475960822814782014-08-24T14:28:00.001-05:002014-09-26T22:15:54.704-05:00Home Sweet HomeWe finally pulled the trigger. We are moving! Well, early next year anyway.<br />
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In typical Ngu fashion, it was a whirlwind of events and impulsivness and before the dust really settled, the husband and I signed on the dotted line to build a new house.<br />
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While some ppl might not agree, we've been in the fortunate position to live with my parents ever since Caden was about 5 months old. Maybe it's a cultural thing, but it wasn't a strange and totally absurd idea for us to rent out our house and move back in with my parents after my maternity leave was up. We were first time parents, and I dreaded each and every passing day as it became one day closer to my return date to the office. Maybe I read one too many stories about nannies from hell, but it made me sick to think about dropping off my son to a stranger. My mom had graciously volunteered to stay with us those first few months, and the solution to childcare just naturally evolved into moving back. My parents had the room, we'd be saving a ton of money on a mortgage and daycare, and homecooked meals to boot - it was a no brainer. Oh, the things we do for our children. Afterall, we can all agree it takes a village to raise a child, right?<br />
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Despite sometimes getting shocked looks and raised eyebrows from a few people, it's worked out wonderfully for us as a two way street; we've had the luxury of grandma daycare and peace of mind, while my folks just simply love their time with Caden.<br />
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Anyway, our tenant's lease was going to be up at the end of August and we were thinking about moving back after renovating the kitchen, but estimate after estimate, those plans were quickly crushed. We started looking at a few houses in a few areas, actually made an offer on a home we LOVED, but lost it due to a higher offer in a ridiculously hot market. After a lot of talk and prayer, we decided that building a new home was the best for our growing family. It's an exciting time for us as we're ready for more space and being closer to friends. Let's not forget about the Baby Deux countdown either. <br />
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<li><b>Forget the sand toys. </b>We brought soo many toys. Shovels, buckets, castle molds, sifters, you name it, we brought it. The kids played with ONE bucket. The rest of the time they spent in the water. Who would've thought?</li>
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While we were there, we took some pictures with a professional photographer, <a href="http://www.darrishartmanphotography.com/#" target="_blank">Darris Hartman</a>, for fun. I highly recommend her. Excuse our crazy hair, it was super windy!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-45474843953818722372014-04-03T23:01:00.002-05:002014-04-03T23:02:14.970-05:00A Different Kind of Family PlanningHeard some very sad news today about an aquaintence and it made me just want to drop everything, go home and hug my family all night. It's said again and again, life is simply too short.<br />
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I am a planner by nature. I plan our meals, our outings, and even birthdays a year in advance. What I have not planned for is what we all think will never happen to us. Mortality. It's got the husband thinking about our wills and estate planning -- just really not fun but absolutely neccessary subjects.<br />
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It's tough thinking about the what ifs, but it's a package deal when you'e a parent. For now, I'll be hugging my kid a little tighter, kissing my husband a little longer, and laughing much much more -- because life is too short.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-1958215959271554912014-04-01T23:18:00.000-05:002014-09-26T22:22:54.398-05:00Sam & Donna's WeddingOur dear friends got hitched this past wknd (about damn time, ya'll!). It was our first outdoor/barn wedding so there was some definite confusion over the dress attire - wedges or heels? are we going to be in the grass? why don't I own a pair of cowboy boots? what the heck do we wear to a country asian wedding?? And of course, the two dresses I rush ordered online looked terrible on so I had to make an emergency run to the mall on Friday during lunch. The dress gods must've taken pity on me because I found a barn-yardy appropriate dress at my very last stop, H&M.<br />
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The best perk of all is probably having a friend that can make me clothes. Maybe you have heard of her - Khanh of <a href="http://www.nhakhanh.com/" target="_blank">Nha Khanh</a> -- oh you know, only a few ppl like Giuliana Ranic, the Kardashians, and Brooklyn Decker, to name a few, have worn her stuff, no big deal. :) You can find her line at <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/search.jsp?N=0&Ntt=nha+khanh&_requestid=184014" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>, <a href="https://www.renttherunway.com/designer_detail/nhakhanh" target="_blank">Rent the Runway</a> , and Saks too.<br />
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She invited the girls over for a fun night of dress up at her studio recently. Let me tell you, it is always a chore trying to round a group of women up with all of our crazy schedules, but this was definitely the quickest that we've all gotten together without any rescheduling or cancellations in the history of our 15+years of friendship. Pretty clothes and food, who can turn that combination down?<br />
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It's so inspiring to see someone truly love what they do and live for their craft. I've so enjoyed watching her build her growing empire over the past few years. For me, it all started with these four special dresses - custom bridesmaids gowns she made for our wedding.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-60181759037507938332014-01-12T22:41:00.000-06:002014-09-26T22:30:47.759-05:00Weekend RecapWe made a quick overnight trip to Houston to visit one of the BFFs. The last time we were there was 1.5 years ago and her little one was only a couple of months old and C was due to see his cousin Caroline! How sweet are they?<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11728676667155398587noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8088084011197300265.post-22959258555056129102014-01-10T10:00:00.000-06:002014-09-26T22:33:55.639-05:00High Five for Friday TGIF PEOPLE!<br />
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Which brings me to my #1 resolution. <b>To be present. Wherever I am, I need to be all there</b>. I need to step away from social media, emails, texts, the computer -- and just unplug when I get home. Sometimes it really frightens and saddens me that C will grow and and might not know the art of face to face conversation, or even the simple act of penning a letter or note to someone. Another reason I wrote him a letter on his 1st birthday to be read when he is 18.<br />
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<li>work on my temper (as suggested by the Husband)</li>
<li>cut out the soda</li>
<li>be less dismissive of outdoor activities (also sugested by Husband)</li>
<li>learn how to bake at least ONE thing from scratch</li>
<li>read more</li>
<li>laugh more</li>
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While some girls obsess over shoes and purses, my guilty pleasure is Sephora. I can spend countless hours online reading reviews, comparing active ingredients, and watching Youtube videos of the latest and greatest beauty products. My husband thinks it's unhealthy, but I think it's smart consumerism!<br />
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The friends that know me know how much I care about my skin - I am terrified of wrinkles! I used to suck on cancer sticks from the age of 17 all the way through college, and I'll be completely honest. I only stopped because I noticed some fine lines one day and the thought of having smoker's lip wrinkles scared the nicotine out of me. TOTALLY vain and superficial, I know. But the important point is, I quit, right?<br />
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As I'm getting older, it's really beginning to show how much I eat like crap and don't excercise. My metabolism is pretty non-existent, and I am in denial of those cardio sessions that my extra stomach is begging me for. (That's my new years resolution post, I'm sure). The one thing I can commit to is my skincare routine. I'm not claiming to have perfect skin (unlike my friend Wendy who seriously has the BEST skin on the planet. hate you), but these are the products that work for my bi-polar, combination skin with a tendency to be dry on my cheeks. whew.<br />
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<b style="font-style: italic;">Step 1: Removing Makeup </b>-<b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>I use makeup removal wipes to take off as much war paint first as possible. My favorite is just the regular Target brand. Cheap, effective with exfoliating microbeads, and smells good, particularly the cucumber scent.<br />
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<i><b>Step 2: Cleanse </b>-</i> Cetaphil Cleanser w/ Clarisonic - I've used this cleanser since high school and I love it. Takes off all the left over gunk after the wipes and is still gentle. 3x a week, I use my Clarisonic to exfoliate any dead skin off. This helps all the creams I use to soak into the skin and do their magic. I used to use it everyday, but have found that my skin is more prone to breaking out w/ heavy usage.<br />
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<b style="font-style: italic;">Step 3: Tone & Prep </b><i>-</i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>I used to skip this step, but when I started breaking again out after having a baby, I felt like I needed some extra help. I picked up some of the Neutrogena and noticed a big difference. My skin became less oily and became much more balanced. I use the SK2 on most days (it has no alcohol, so it's very soothing and doesn't leave my skin dry or stripped) and only use the Neutrogena on my chin and forehead when I feel an unwelcome visitor coming. It has salicylic acid to fight blemishes. Cheap, and does the job.<br />
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<b><i>Step 4: Treat Problematic Areas</i></b> <b><i>- </i></b>after hearing so many people rave about this SK2 Facial Essense, I finally pulled the trigger during Sephora's F&F sale for 20% off. I'll be honest, I was about to return it after using it for a 2 weeks. I was expecting amazing results, but I didnt' see any. But I decided to give it a little longer and it changed my mind and is definitely a keeper in my routine now. After Caden (having a baby really changes things!), I really felt like my skin was so dull, nothing even brightner cream could save. My pores are noticeably smaller, skin has never felt softer and smoother, and there's some health in my face. Makeup application is nicer because of it.<br />
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<b><i>Step 5: Preventing Wrinkles </i></b>- I've tried so many eye creams on the market, and I'm pretty comfortable saying this is my Holy Grail cream (for the time being, anyway). The skin under my eyes are so moisturized and I can say that the fine lines that were there are gone! I get maybe 6 hours of sleep on a good night with Caden, yet I look like I get much more. Highly recommend.<br />
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<b><i>Step 7: Moisturize</i></b> - I'm so happy I've discovered another HG product. I was a bit of a brand snob before and so anti Clinque for some reason, but decided to give it a try after the girl at Sephora gave me a thumbs up and free sample. My cheeks get so flaky dry as soon as it goes below 60 degrees. This gel cream absorbs so well and has kept my face incredible moisturized without any extra oilyness. LOVE. I'm on my 3rd jar.<br />
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[ <a href="http://www.target.com/p/exfoliating-cleansing-towelettes-30-pk-refill/-/A-11658242#prodSlot=medium_1_7&term=up+cleansing+towletts" target="_blank">makeup removal wipes</a> ] [ <a href="http://www.target.com/p/cetaphil-skin-cleanser-16-oz/-/A-10300851" target="_blank">Cetaphil</a> ] [ <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/clarisonic-aria-white-sonic-skin-cleansing-system/3376163?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=200&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_0_C" target="_blank">Clarisonic</a> ] [ <a href="http://www.sephora.com/facial-treatment-clear-lotion-P375853" target="_blank">SK2 Toner</a> ] [ <a href="http://www.soap.com/p/neutrogena-oil-free-acne-stress-control-triple-action-toner-54896?site=CA&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=cpc_S&utm_term=JJ-983&utm_campaign=GoogleAW&CAWELAID=1323142972&utm_content=pla&adtype=pla&cagpspn=pla&noappbanner=true" target="_blank">Neutrogena Toner</a> ]<br />
[ <a href="http://www.sephora.com/facial-treatment-essence-P375849?skuId=1448612" target="_blank">SK2 Facial Essense</a> ] [ <a href="http://www.sephora.com/bio-performance-super-corrective-serum-P257704?skuId=1236496" target="_blank">Shiseido Serum</a> ] <a href="http://www.sephora.com/benefiance-wrinkleresist24-intensive-eye-contour-cream-P173620?icid2=Shiseido_Editors_Picks%20_P173620_image" target="_blank">Shiseido Eye Cream</a> ] [ <a href="http://www.sephora.com/moisture-surge-intense-for-very-dry-to-dry-combination-skin-P302901?skuId=1390079" target="_blank">Clinque Moisturizer</a> ]<br />
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<b>Happy Holidays from the Ngu Family!</b></div>
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I've been blessed to have 2 weeks off at the end of the year for the holidays and I am loving every minute of quality time with this little dude and family. Tonight, we are all getting together for an awesome dinner (salivating just thinking about it) and gifts. Then it's off to see friends and have a few drinks!</div>
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