Cocktails that Will Keep you Warm this Winter

Classic Egg Nog

INGREDIENTS

2 quarts whole milk

2 2/3 cups sugar

1 vanilla bean, split, seeds scraped

16 large egg yolks

2 cups cold heavy cream

1/2 cup bourbon

1/2 cup dark rumFreshly grated nutmeg, for sprinkling

DIRECTIONS

Heat milk, sugar, and vanilla bean and seeds in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking until sugar has dissolved. Whisk yolks in a large bowl. Pour hot milk mixture into yolks in a slow, steady stream, whisking.Return milk-yolk mixture to pan, and cook over medium-low heat, whisking often, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 20 minutes (do not let simmer). Pour through a fine sieve into a bowl; discard bean. Whisk in cream, bourbon, and rum. Let cool completely. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour (up to 1 day). Serve sprinkled with nutmeg.

The Blizzard Cocktail

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 ounces Irish whiskey or rum

1/2 ounce hazelnut liqueur, such as Frangelico

1/2 ounce Irish cream liqueur, such as Bailey'sHot coffee

Dollop of Grand Marnier Whipped Cream

DIRECTIONSIn a glass coffee mug, stir together whiskey, hazelnut liqueur, and Irish cream; top with coffee. Garnish cocktail with whipped cream and serve immediately.

Don't Go to the Kardashians For Makeup Tips

I admit to not knowing much of anything about makeup.  I have no idea how to use eyeliner, when m hair dresser says not t pull through hair dye I nod and pretend to know what she's saying, and it took me two years to start using the right color of foundation.  I may not know much but I do know what looks good and can follow a youtube tutorial.  The best makeup in my opinion is what looks natural. Yes we all know that pretty much every women is wearing makeup but there's wearing makeup to enhance your looks and then there's wearing it to cover up.

Face

We are all humans and if you're not you're probably in some lab  being tested on (sorry secretly a sic fi nerd) we all have flaws.  We all have blemishes and unequal skin and black dots on are nose.  Don't try to deny it.  We are not Barbie dolls and are always perfect.  And we should be glad we are not, when a barbie is bought it is at it's prime, the condition only gets worse.  We have the time to make the improvements on ourselves.   

Show those freckles! Don't hide mother nature.  

Lips

There has been a large controversy over the new size on Kylie Jenner's larger lips.  I do not think that she got plastic surgery, yes she is a Kardashian but she is also 17 years old.  Even for them I find that a little extreme.  In the four pictures below the ones that look the best are the first two because they look more natural.  In the first one you could probably convince the cute waiter that your not wearing any makeup.  But the last one has her looking like a brats doll.  

In my opinion when picking out a shade to wear is think about where you are going and what time of day it is.  Going to an early breakfast probably a little odd to be sporting bold red lips.  Save the red lips for when it gets dark.  Use the light shades for the day. 

Eyes
For me eyes is a little hard for me to explain.  I think sometimes when someone does a drastic look wearing multiple colors that you would of never thought would look together but they look amazing.  The sometimes people do their eyes and they look like they should be in a sci fi movie playing the bride of the alien.

My Friday Night Beaty Routine

(Pixi Primer)

I first got this in a ipsy bag and never used it until this vacation.  Ipsy is great if you are someone like me and know minimal about makeup.  I don't know what primer does exactly but it makes my face look flawless as marketed.  

(Revlon Colorstay)

I've been using this product sense I watched a Bethany Moda youtube video about goo foundations.  My skin tend to be more on the oily side.  Yes this makeup doesn't completely block the oil it does do a good job at concealing it.  

(Pixie Bronser)

Most bronzers add too much to the skin and make you look like you had a bad spry tan but this one makes your skin look even and adds to the affect of your face.

Brown Smoky Eye

(Maybe line Great Lash)

This is a great mascara.  There are rareley lumps and it lasts a while.  Don't forget to use a eye lash curler along with mascara.  I use my ELF curler that I bought for a dollar and it still works three years later, no need to spend a pretty penny on a curler.  

Ciate Nail Polish Kits

Hair Tutorial

The College Beauty Routine

Today I woke up for classes at 9 and when I looked to see what time it was when I was done it was 9:10.  I don't know if this is impressive or sad.  In this post I'm going to share one of my beauty routines and tomorrow I will share another one.  My lazy one I only want to have to get up max 30 minutes before my class starts and my beauty routine when I'm going out.

Lazy Days

(Pixi Primer)

I first got this in a ipsy bag and never used it until this vacation.  Ipsy is great if you are someone like me and know minimal about makeup.  I don't know what primer does exactly but it makes my face look flawless as marketed.  

(Revlon Colorstay)

I've been using this product sense I watched a Bethany Moda youtube video about goo foundations.  My skin tend to be more on the oily side.  Yes this makeup doesn't completely block the oil it does do a good job at concealing it.  

(Baby Lips)

I love this product.  It lasts for longer then any chapstick I've used and also adds a good amount of color.  It is not overpowering that looks like you are wearing too deep of a color for the day.

(Dove Dry Shampoo)

Dry shampoo is a good way to make unwashed hair look more clean and fresh.  A large problem with many dry shampoos is that sometimes that leave a white residue on the hair which makes it look grey.      I have had little problems with having white hair from using this product. 

(Twist Bun)

Thank god for ballerina or else who knows if this hair style would be popular.  My favorite part is having thin hair makes this so easy and sometimes you don't even need to have a hair tie.  

New Years Resolutions

Every year people make resolutions for the new year like start going to a gym or quit drinking.  By this time many people have already cheated on their resolutions which is why I'm making this post after New Years and not because I've been binge watching Friends sense it was put on Netflix New Years day.  This post is about New Years resolutions that are not so common and are important to follow.

Cut the Negativity
The easy access to social media has caused buzz in the media from negative comments about people. What does saying something negative about another person do to you?  If something is on social media it is for the whole world to see, be nice,

Leave The Country
Traveling is a great way to discover new things about the world and also yourself.  If you are low on money you can look into charity work because some programs will sponsor you.

Skip the Gym When You Need to
Taking a day break from the gym won't kill you, so don't make yourself feel bad about it.  Everyone needs a break but make sure not to skip the gym when you have plenty of time to go.  Working out should be a positive activity, have fun with it!

Make up
This does not mean show up at your ex house with chocolates and a bottle of wine.  Having bad blood with an ex is not healthy.  Moving on from a relationship is hard but taking the steps to leaving it on good terms will help you let go and move on to something that could possibly be great.

Frenemies
Rid yourself of the toxic relationships in your life.  Take the time to find out if their input into your life is positive and decide if you still want those people in your life

Say "Hi"
For some reason every girl seems to think that the guy has to make the first move.  You can't start a new relationship without an introduction.

Conquer A Fear
I was always afraid of those little black house spiders then I saw a giant spider that was about 50 times the size.  This year take on a fear.  Swim with sharks, write your number on the bill for your waiter.

Turn Off Your Phone
There is nothing more annoying when you are trying to talk to someone and they can't keep their eyes off their phone.  Especially when you are at dinner with someone.

Try A New Fashion Trend
Yes it could completely go down in flames and that trend could turn into a fad but you could also be the one to start the trend of the year.

2014 Beauty Trends

Orange Lip Stick

Many models now are sporting the new shade. Will orange become the new red?
Grey Hair

The years and hundreds of dollars women have spent trying to get away the grey is not changing and younger people are now paying to achieve the grey look.  Will dying hair become obsolete? I don't think so but this grey hair has been seen on celebrities like P!nk and Rihanna.

Kale Smoothies

I have to say I'm a victim of this trend but I have to say this is a great trend.  Drinking a smoothie can be very beneficial to your health and an easy way to get your nutrients.  Juice bars are now in malls and have store fronts and some companies offer 3, 5 or 7 day juice cleanses.  

Fashion Trends Of 2014

2014 Seems to be the year of showing more skin is creative ways.  With cute dresses and sheer lace dresses 2014 has been the year where is has been most fashionable to show a little skin with still looking classy.

Little Lace Dresses

High Low Skirt

Iridescent Gowns

Backless Dresses

Cutout Dresses

Crop Tops

Hair Trend of 2014: Short Hair Don't Care

Many celebrities like Lauren Conrad and Lucy Hale have decided to cut off which has started the trend #cleartheshoulders on instagram and twitter.

Just stopped by @kristin_ess' for my weekly chop 💇

A photo posted by Lauren Conrad (@laurenconrad) on Nov 11, 2014 at 2:43pm PST

Shows to Binge Watch During Christmas Break

Christmas break in my opinion is about relaxing.  Sense I started working I would spend the days of my break working and most breaks working late on Christmas break.  Working is important but don't forget to relax and spend some time for yourself and relax, drink some coco, and watch some tv.
1. Gilmore Girls

This show is about the relationship between a mother and daughter.  The show is about a teenage mother who is now raising a sixteen year old daughter with dealing with her own relationships with her parents and her daughters love life.  

2. Arrow

Warning give yourself time to watch this show because you will not want to leave your couch until you finish.  There are two seasons on netflix, the show is about fictional character Oliver Queen who returns from being on an island after a ship wreck then comes back to protect his town from people who his father believe failed the city.  

3. American Horror Story

To be honest Im not a giant American Horror Story Fan but I do find it a very entertaining idea.  The show now has four season three being on netflix and each season features a different scary story.

4.  Hart Of Dixie

My favorite part of Hart of Dixie is how much you change feeling about the characters when you watch it.  First I hated Jamie King's character Lemon but now she's one of my favorite.  This show doesn't just have a love triangle its more like an awkward pentagon between the main characters.  If anyone reading this watches hart of Dixie heres who I think everyone should end up with.  Lemon and Wade, Levon and Zoe, and George and Annabeth.  

5. Bones

If you plan on watching Bones I would stop when Bones says she's pregnant.  This show was great when they where focused on the murders and not the relationship between Bones and Booth.  The older season and are great especially if you are recovering from getting your wisdom teeth out and need to keep your mind occupied from the pain.  

Braids to Wear this Holiday season

Don't Be Common Fashion is Back!

Braided Bangs

Random 2000s trivia Lauren Conrad made this look famous when her bangs where cut too short and she started braiding them to keep them in place.  This braid is perfect for it you are wearing your hair down or in a ponytail and want to add a little style to your hair.  

Waterfall Braid

I love this braid! It is very complicated and takes a few times to get the pattern down but once you get it you will never forget it!

Braid Bun

Running late for your party? A bun braid is perfects because they take less than five minutes and look like they took hours and ounces or hair spray.  Just don't forget bobby pins.

Elsa Braid

Even though I'm not a giant frozen fan this braid is gorgeous and I wish I not only could do this braid but had the gorgeous hair to pull off this braid.  

Happy Holidays!!

xoxo Cara

My First Finals Week

Happy Saturday Everyone!
Right now I'm on my third day in the library studying for my exams.  I'll be back on the 12th posting when my finals are finished.

-xoxo Cara

Slut Shaming

Slut-Shaming is an unfortunate phenomenon that is when a person mocks or degrades a women because she participates in what is not considered "acceptable" or "normal" sexual activity for a female.  Slut-Shaming is a term that is most used in regards to women and not men.

The Double Standard 
If a man walked into a room of his peers and talked about his last night with a women he would be praised and admired.  While if a women walked into a room and said the same story as the man the chances of her being admired and praised are very low.  In Toronto a police officer told two girls that they could avoid sexual assault from not dressing slutty.  Which prompted the Slutwalk in protest.  Has anyone ever told a guy to not dress slutty? Has a guy ever been giving a second look for wearing a toga on Halloween?

Slut Shaming Needs to Stop
When I was in High School I heard the term slut, whore, and thot multiple times during the day.  The only way for slut shaming can stop is for people to be educated on what those words really mean and what It feels like to be called one of them.  Slut shaming is immature and it's sad to what it has become today.  Bette Midler is a 68 year old women who called Ariana Grande who is 21 a whore.  Slut Shaming needs to stop because I really hope that when I'm 68 the word whore is not in my daily vocabulary.