[arms of undertow]

Shamelessly borrowing the dairy association's tagline because it is WAAAAY more appropriate for yoga. For real. Yoga, is done, in some way, shape or form by all. Everything needs a good stretch now and again. Yoga just takes it to a whole other level. But I digress. And I actually enjoy a cold glass of milk every now and again (not milk hating by any means). In February I passed my 1 year yoga-versary and it's been an incredible journey. "Wheel you humor me and take a pic?" @Mt. Whitney waterfall Things I learned: I am insanely flexible (move over Gumby) Pranayama steadies my nerves and allows me to deeply focus on the task at hand When I practice regularly I can attain balance - spiritually, emotionally and physically All those fancy schmancy asanas (poses) that seemed soooooo impossible - not so! they are definitely attainable and with practice you will be graceful That fear that everyone in class will judge me? Bollocks. In fact, public class is soo...

In January I started a job that keeps me at my desk for upwards of 9.5 hours daily on average. Consider my 2-3 hour commute and my mandatory 7-8 hours night-nights (sleep keeps you young....and sane....) and that leaves about 2 hours time to actually live. That said, I'm a big fan of anything that streamlines and improves my life....and keeps me from looking like i'm rundown (although I sometimes feel it!) My latest obsession on the makeup front, which helps me look rested when i'm not, is eye brightener. As someone with large, anime eyes I haven't frequently used brightener in the past since it's primary purpose is to make small eyes look bigger. If you're lacking sleep however, the inside rims of your eyes can show it, but a schmeer of brightener on the lower eyelid rim makes a TON of difference. So if you're missing sleep but don't want to look like it, try this quick trick. My favorite? Rouge Bunny Rouge Eyes Wide Open Brightening Liner Duo which...

It's tax season, and as a 1st time freelancer (and newbie Californian), i'm dreading filing.  For those of you out there in the same boat as me, check out the Freelancer's Union.  Even though i've been living a "tax free" lifestyle for the past several months....it's time to figure out how much I may or may not owe Uncle Sam (who is this guy and why does he want my $?!) I kid. Luckily, there are a lot of business expenses that I can deduct...my mileage, misc supplies, etc.  It's good i've been diligent about holding onto all my random receipts...and I mean ALL OF THEM. Better believe i'm submitting my $3 Target dollar section splurge on paperclips and  pens -.- If I had health insurance, I could've deducted that as well....(note to self: get health insurance...lol....it can potentially pay for itself...oh and save your life, or something... =) Lots of helpful tips at their site as well as discounts on healthcare, tax services, etc.....