Sugar Goddess

I just discovered the most fabulous lip gloss this weekend and had to let all of you lovely ladies know about my new find - FRESH cosmetics lip glosses in Sugar Goddess. Sugar Goddess is a shimmering light caramel bronze, super pretty and non sticky but wears very well for a moisturizing/treatment gloss. I found that it's a good balance between the stickier/drier long wearing glosses and the really soft slippery ones that wear off quickly.

If you have dry lips I think you will love these, so moisturizing. Overall I think these will be very popular, how can you go wrong with gloss that is also a treatment. As of now they come in 10 colors, the formula is just right and the performance is outstanding.

I will pick up a few more shades in the future for sure. Flirt, Pin Up, Baby and Kiss are calling me.

Friday Flashback

{Getting to see my good friend Kellie Lightbourn (on the right) who is Mrs Galaxy.}

Hello Beautiful. This week took a complete detour from where I thought it would go. Everything seemed to be going according to plan with event planning for a big event at work I have today, enjoying dinner out with a great friend and catching up on some of my favorite TV shows that I just haven't had the time to watch. Then Wednesday hit, and unfortunately Wednesday is why you didn't hear from me yesterday. The abbreviated version is that I ended up in the hospital for an elevated heart rate and spent 24 hours being poked, prodded and tested to find out what was causing the problem. Thankfully, I was given a clean bill of health at the end of the ordeal, but sadly no concrete reason of what was causing my heart to beat so fast. All that I care is I am fine, I'm home and I am SO READY to start my weekend. I hope wherever you are you are smiling!

{Festive shamrock lights that are framing our front door}

{Hubby found it amusing to pile every stuffed animal he could find on me to make me feel better after my "ordeal". I feel like I'm part of a Where's Jamie book.}

{Being married to the most amazing man who never left my side in the hospital. . .even sleeping sitting up next to my hospital bed to make sure I was always OK.}

What I'm Wearing Wednesday

{Vintage cardigan, khaki knit sleeveless top from Limited, gold hoop earrings gifted}

Do you ever have one of those days where you just feel like you look fabulous? Like you could concur the world? Well for me, today is that day. Not only did I tell myself I looked good today, I honestly felt it. The hair was perfect, the outfit fit just right . . .it's going to be a good day. I hope wherever you are you are smiling because you look good today too!

It is What's Underneath that Counts

There is something to be said about trying on lingerie in the privacy of your home. You can see exactly how that seamless bra is going to look under your cashmere crewneck. Check out these resources for underpinnings without ever leaving your bedroom:

• bareneccesities.com. One feature allows you to shop bras (including those on sale) by size.
• brasmyth.com. For those who truly have a hard time finding bras that match their measurements (Who knew there was an H cup?), this is the ultimate site.
• CatrionaMackechnie.com. Browse a carefully edited selection of fashion-favorite brands and hard-to-find European makers.
• figleaves.com. This site offers clear, in-depth and illustrated fit tip to help you find your perfect bra, even if you shop at the local mall.
• herroom.com. Besides, bras, panties, shapewear et al., this site also carries collections of bridal, plus-size and maternity lingerie.

From Where I Sit: What Would You Give Up?

Do you have something that you want so badly that you would be will to give up almost anything for? Recently I was left a very intriguing question regarding what I would give up in order to be able to walk.  

Here is the original question:

"What would you give up to have the ability to walk? I asked a friend what would he have given up if he had the chance to go pro. He said his wife, his kids and the life he knows now. That's how bad he wanted to play pro ball."

I will admit that my first reaction to this was absolute shock. I could not imagine giving up my hubby, my loved ones, my world for anything. After I let that initial response settle in, I began to think long and hard about my response.

Do you want to know the one and only thing I would give up for the ability to walk? My wheelchair :)

Of course I would love the ability to walk. To be able to go through my day without having to depend on a single person to help me with the tasks I can physically not do on my own would be a dream come true. I would love that, and in jest I would say I would give anything to be able to have that life, but in reality I would give up nothing I cherish for that to be.

For me, this life has been all I have ever known, and I have to say, disability and all, I have lived quite a blessed life at that. I have often said I would have loved to be able to be a gymnast or to ice skate or to be a dancer if I could walk. There is a laundry list of things I would LOVE to be able to do, but I am not willing to give up what I have to attain those things.

I was having a conversation with a good friend this past weekend regarding this question and I told him that if my life had been different and I was able to walk I KNOW I would not be the person I am today. My life has been full of overcoming obstacles, stereotypes and working hard to attain my goals. If I never went through those things, I'm not saying I would be a bad person, but I do know I would be different.

This actually has been one of my favorite questions asked to me because it just reassured me that I am happy with who I am. I will continue to work at being able to be more physically independent, and if and when the day ever comes that I don't need the help that I currently do, I will be able to embrace my new found independence with all of those people and things that I didn't give up to get there.

Friday Flashback

{Fingers crossed. You may be seeing me on an episode of one of my favorite shows!!!}

Happy Friday Lovely. This week has been a roller coaster of emotions for me (As you have read some about missing my family.). I am so ecstatic however about some new friendships that have been made recently, a possible opportunity to be in an episode of the show Burn Notice (Fingers crossed on that one) and going shopping for the most adorable baby clothes to celebrating a first birthday of one of my favorite little munchkins. I hope wherever you are your week has been full of laughter and smiles.
 

{One of my absolute favorite perfumes. I have been out of it for such a long time, and got a new bottle this week.}



{I am loving this princess rhinestone clutch from Handbag Heaven!}


 

{I was so sad to hear that Davy Jones of the Monkees died this week. When I was a little girl I was IN LOVE with him. . .until I found out he was old enough to be my dad! I've been listening to my old Monkees RECORDS the last few days Man I feel old lol.}



Sweet Musings Paperie

Good Morning Gorgeous. I am so very excited to introduce you to I Look Good Today's new sponsor, Sweet Musings Paperie.

I recently found Michelle's blog Sweet Musings and instantly fell in love with her and her amazing talent to bring whimsical, fashion focused art to life. I am very drawn to the classic yet contemporary feel to her creations and love to see the "Picture of the Day" that she creates, her fashion insight and the wonderfully witty things she has to say.

Michelle's Etsy shop Sweet Musings Paperie was started in August 2011, and although relatively a new shop, she enjoys meeting people, both clients and other sellers, and creating products that make people smile.

If you are looking for a custom creation, look no further than Sweet Musings Paperie! One of Michelle's favorite things about her shop is truly getting to know those that come to her to create a personalized item just for them. Do you want personalized note cards or invitations? How about a tote bag or calender completely customized with an illustration to look just like you or your loved one?

If you spend any amount of time at Sweet Musings Paperie I can assure you that you will instantly fall in love with Michelle's work and want to order everything she has to offer (I know I do!).

With this new partnership, Michelle is graciously offering 10% off of any purchase for I Look Good Today followers simply by using the button on the left hand side of the page and the discount code labeled on her ad.

Can't wait to hear what some of your favorite Sweet Musings Paperie pieces are!