tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42835157292604586372024-02-22T09:20:28.040+02:00Cappuccino with MeThe Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-59979260086134574762018-02-09T09:00:00.000+02:002018-02-09T09:00:09.000+02:00If we met for cappuccino<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I saw this post on the lovely <a href="http://ellieloveblog.co.za/2018/01/coffee-date-january.html" target="_blank">Caley from EllieLoveBlog</a> and loved the post so much I decided to put my own spin on it.</div>
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<b>If we met up for cappuccino's...</b> I would tell you that I started a new job in January and I have been struggling to find my feet. The work is great but its trying to forge a friendship with the + 50 people who work there that is giving me anxiety.</div>
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<b>If we met up for cappuccino's...</b> I would tell you that life has been kicking my ass lately but with my son and dad by my side I know I can make it through anything. Afternoons filled with love and laughs is the best medicine.</div>
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<b>If we met up for cappuccino's...</b> I would tell you I'm not as strong as what I come across, although many of my friends say I am. Most nights I have cried myself to sleep. But I know that I will be okay in the end.</div>
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<b>If we met up for cappuccino's...</b> I would tell you I have started bullet journaling and find it so therapeutic to plan my layouts and fill in each day.</div>
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<b>If we met up for cappuccino's...</b> I would tell you I am planning on writing a fantasy novel. The idea for my book came to me in a dream and I have never been more excited about any project before. It is a little daunting but I can't wait get it all out there.</div>
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What would you tell me if we met up for a cappuccino? I would love to hear. </div>
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<br />The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-36123299432865628662018-02-07T07:41:00.002+02:002018-02-07T07:41:42.663+02:00Homeschooling Journey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The definition of homeschooling, is being taught at home by a parent. Homeschooling is something I have always thought about. It appealed to me in many ways because I felt the need to give my son the best education possible. But there were many factors I had to consider before I could make a decision.</div>
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But first let me give you a little insight into how I made the decision to take my son out of mainstream schooling and teach him at home.</div>
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My son is one of those kids who is extremely shy until he knows he can trust you. He is quiet and loves to spend time alone. He loves to read and play with his Lego. I have never pushed him to be an outgoing kid with lots of friends. And I totally understand where he is coming from. I was that child that had one friend and loved reading. I suppose it is in our genes. </div>
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He has always had a hard time adjusting to new environments. He has been in one pre-school from the age of 2 till 6 when it was time to go to primary school. He had one friend that whole time and being parted from him when they went to primary school broke my sons heart. He suffered major anxiety about making new friends and often cried that he didn't want to go to school. </div>
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I had got him in an excellent private school in the area. On the first day we saw that some of the kids from his pre-school were there as well. He felt a little better but he still wouldn't let me leave. He cried and this didn't stop at all. Every day was a heartbreaking ordeal for him and myself. I would leave in tears because my angel was so scared and heartbroken. </div>
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He would come home and cry because he had no friends. He was always complaining that his teacher was always shouting at him. He wasn't eating his lunch and was always sick. At the first teacher parent meeting, I brought all of this up with his teacher and she played it down to being a kid and that eventually he would be ok. Second term comes a long and he still isn't better. He started biting his nails so severly that they would sometimes bleed.</div>
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I never thought it could be that he was being bullied. This was a school that was so strict on anti-bullying. But one night after bathing, I asked him if he was being picked on? His immediate response was no but then he began to cry. He broke down and told me that he was. </div>
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This mommies heart broke so much that night. The next morning I was at the school. I spoke to the teacher and the headmaster. Both assured me that they would look into the matter. I was also told that the reason he was getting into trouble was because he would disrupt the class when he was done with his work.*More about this below.</div>
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A week later and nothing was resolved. At this point I was looking into homeschooling. If this was how my child would be treated, then it would be better for him to be removed from the school. </div>
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Two weeks later, I again went to the school and wanted to know what was happening. No one could give me an answer, and my son was still being bullied. I asked to speak to the headmaster, and right there and then I gave notice to the school. My son's well being was more important than anything. </div>
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Fast forward to the end of the second term. I read a lot about deschooling and why it is beneficial for your kids. Deschooling helps them leave behind the strict regimen of school and helps them also leave the anxiety behind. Deschooling can last as long as you need it to. We deschooled for a month. In that month my son stopped getting sick, he stopped biting his nails and he had no more anxiety. My bubbly little boy came back. </div>
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For the last few months of last year, we used the books that we bought for the school. He completed each book and had more enthusiasm than before. I must mention that when we received the books back from the school, some of the books weren't even used. More than half way through the year and books were untouched? </div>
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This year we have started with Cambridge International Primary syllabus and he has progressed leaps and bounds. We also registered with the Pestalozzi Trust. They fight for the rights of home schooling parents, should the DoE come looking for trouble. It is always good to register with them.</div>
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*From what I have noticed since homeschooling is that once he has grasped the work he has before him and completed his task, my son gets irritated with having to wait. When we started out, I allocated times for each subject but he grasps the work so fast that waiting for that period to be finished made him fidget and get irritated. Hence I did away with allocated time and rather give him the work he has to do for each subject and then move on to the next. This way works for both of us and some days he is done by 10 and other days by 12. It all depends on how quick he grasps the particular days work.</div>
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Regarding the DoE and the BELA bill. Currently the DoE wants to stop us from homeschooling our children or making us follow the national curriculum. Now many of us homeschooling parents hate the CAPS curriculum as it doesn't give children in depth on each subject, rather they are forced to have a million subjects and no depth of the subjects. With other curriculum's you have fewer subjects but you learn more. With other curriculum's our children are learning and not being breed to be workers for this government. </div>
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I know many are asking what about social interaction? My son does extra mural activities that help with making friends. He plays golf and focuses on that is what he wants to do when he gets older. With homeschooling, I can help him reach his dreams instead of sitting in school for 8 hours a day learning nothing while the teacher plays on her phone. </div>
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I would love to hear your thoughts on homeschooling. Please also note that while positive comments are always welcomed, negative ones will be deleted. We all have our views on certain topics but I will not tolerate negative comments on the way I choose to educate my child. </div>
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The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-15722074168087142872017-08-01T09:00:00.000+02:002017-08-01T09:00:23.726+02:00CAPPUCCINO WITH ME & CHEVY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today’s Cappuccino with Me
interview is with the lovely Chevy from <a href="http://www.chevysbeauty.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Chevy’s Beauty.</a> She is a beauty blogger
and has stunning makeup skills. She has become a great friend of mine and knew
she would be great for the new series I want to do here on the blog.
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<b>Cappuccino with me: Tell us a little bit about
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<b>Chevy's Beauty:</b> My name is Chevonne. I was
born and bred in Joburg. I am currently studying Bcom Law and LLB through
UNISA. I currently run a blog called Chevy’s Beauty, although it hasn’t started
up completely, as having a full time job has made it tricky. I am an avid
animal lover and I am a little shy at times. And of course I am absolutely
makeup obsessed. My favourite makeup to do is Halloween looks. I love being
creative and experimenting with looks.</div>
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<b>CWM: Why did you start your blog?</b></div>
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<b>CB:</b> I originally had my Instagram
up for Chevy’s Beauty and I loved showing people my makeup skills. Then my
friend, The Busy Brunette, had her blog up and I loved reading it. She kind of inspired
me to start my own blog. I had my doubts about it and then realised, “hey wait.
People keep asking you what products you are using. What do you think of this?”
And I thought I could get my voice out there and let people know what I’m about
and what my opinion is. So far I’ve only got three posts up but I am working on
exciting content for the future.</div>
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<b>CWM: Where would you like to see
your blog in the next 5 years?</b></div>
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<b>CB:</b> Hmmm, the generic answer
would probably be a successful blog with great content and lots of sponsors.
Getting to experience what the OG bloggers experience working with great
brands. But I would say that in 5 years, I have no idea. You have your goals
and stuff but in a few months time your could go on a completely different
path. You could stop blogging all together. It’s really difficult to answer because
this time last year, I didn’t think I would be working full time. Life is so
crazy but yeah definitely the generic answer being up there with the likes of
Pink Peonies and Baked Online. Winning awards for my amazing writing and great
content.</div>
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<b>CWM: Tell us about your makeup
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<b>CB:</b> My style? My style is weird.
I love dramatic, out there makeup. I love creating creative looks but in real
life I’m pretty much minimalistic. I wear the basics. Foundation, bronzer,
brows and mascara. Occasionally I wear a pop of colour on my eyes. I hate
standing out which is weird for someone who takes photo’s of makeup but I feel
like I stick out like a sore thumb if I do graphic liner, bold lips or wear
falsies out of the house.</div>
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<b>CWM: Which local and
international blogs do you read regularly?</b></div>
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<b>CB: </b>With bloggers I like to keep
them local, as it is easier to relate too, than someone who uses products not
available in South Africa. But saying that I love UK bloggers. If you go on
twitter, the blogging community is so huge there. I love reading random blogs
that catch my attention or blogs that I can relate too. My favourite locals are
Cappuccino with me, Busy Brunette, Baked Online, Ordinary Girl, Just a City
Girl, Swiitch Beauty Blog, Totally Fetch and so many others. I think these
girls have so much talent.</div>
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<b>CWM: Do you watch YouTube videos?
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<b>CB:</b> Yes I do. I generate a lot of
inspiration from YouTubers. My favourites, most of them being international
are: Jaclyn Hill (because who doesn’t love her), the OG ShaaanXO, Lauren
Curtis, NikkieTutorials, Danielle Mansutti, Jaz Hand (very underrated), Carli
Bybel, Desi Perkins, LustreLux and the list goes on. My favourite locals are
HaylsWorld, KandyKane Makeup and Rushana Isaacs.</div>
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<b>CWM: What things do you love the
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<b>CB:</b> FOOOOD, lol. Seriously though
my list of things I love is a long one. Firstly, I love animals. I have 3
boxers and a 17 year old cat. My animals are literally my life. I love my
family. My mom is my ultimate best friend like I can’t live my life without her
and my 7 year old twin brothers. They are my light. Having a conversation with
a child will leave you with a smile on your face. I love my boyfriend. Sometimes
we fight like cat and dog but he loves me and treats me with love and respect.
That is what every girl wants, although he could spoil me more. And my number
one love and why I am here is makeup. I could scroll through makeup pages on
Instagram all day. My wishlist is like a km long with all the makeup I want. I
mean NEED! Make just makes me feel better. It is a creative outlet.</div>
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<b>CWM: What things do you hate?</b></div>
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<b>CB:</b> Hmmm stupid videos of people
blending their makeup with unhygienic and stupid things. This irks me. (CWM:
this is our running joke to tag each other in videos and photos, of people
blending with strange things.) Ignorant and racist people would be on the top
of my list. Sorry I don’t have time for that. On a lighter note, I hate it when
people take a bite of my food. Please it is mine and no I don’t like to share.
I also hate when I run out of foundation and I haven’t replaced it. When I hit
pan in a product and all the other products in the palette are full. When my
eyeliner doesn’t co-operate with me and I end up having to clean the ends with
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<b>CWM: What have you learnt from
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<b>CB:</b> I’ve learnt that you need to
work hard, be persistent and that you need to have a thick skin. Blogging has
been so mentally challenging because when you want everything to be perfect,
you tend to feel demotivated and blocked. I have learnt that organisation is
key and that your content is your content. There is no blogging rule book, you
do things the way you want to, in your own style. Be unique in such a
saturated market is key. I am trying to
let my personality shine through in my writing because that’s the one thing
other bloggers don’t have, my personality. Everyone is different. That is why
blogging is so great.</div>
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<b>CWM: Who are your blogging
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<b>CB:</b> My influence? Well when I
first started out, my friend Busy Brunette, as I mentioned above. Then I drew
inspiration from blogs like Ordinary Girl, Pink Peonies and Baked Online. I
think that it’s more inspiration than influence. Yes their influence and social
media presence is a huge factor. Seeing girls like them just sharing their
opinions and thoughts, was a huge inspiration to share my world with everyone.</div>
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Thank you so much Chevy for taking
the time to answer my questions and telling us a bit about yourself. Please go
show Chevy some love. Let’s support up and coming bloggers. You can find Chevy on the following social
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Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/chevys_beauty" target="_blank">@Chevys_Beauty</a></div>
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Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/chevys_beauty" target="_blank">@Chevys_Beauty</a></div>
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If you are a small blogger and
would like to be featured on Cappuccino with Me, please send me an email and I
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When I was younger, I loved
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Honey jewellery and costume jewellery in particular, was that it would turn my
skin green. As I got older I started investing in pieces I know would grow old
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I bought this necklace and
pendant for myself when I was 24. The dragonfly symbolizes rebirth. This helped
me to grow and accept what had happened after my ex left me and my unborn
child.</div>
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Amethyst ring</h4>
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I believe in the healing power of
gemstones. Amethyst is said to be protective with strong healing properties. I
don’t usually wear gold but this ring just spoke to me.</div>
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Triple Ring</h4>
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This friendship ring I got from a
friend when I was 14. Sad to say we aren’t friends anymore but I will forever
cherish this ring. It means the world to me and I learnt a lot about myself
from our friendship.</div>
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Infinity Ring</h4>
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At the height of Revenge mania, I
found this infinity ring in a little jewellery shop. I love the symbol of
infinity and how it is possible to love someone so much. It reminds me to love
myself every day.</div>
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Pandora Bracelet</h4>
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I love charm bracelets and have
always wanted a Thomas Sabo bracelet. I won this starter bracelet with Elle
magazine and I never take it off. I hope to fill it with charms that represent
all the special moments in my life.</div>
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Do you have special and
sentimental jewellery pieces that you love? Leave me a comment down below or
use <b>#CWMJewellery</b> on twitter and share your favorite pieces with me there. </div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-78121996558797642232017-07-22T09:00:00.000+02:002017-07-22T09:00:11.355+02:00FINDING THE RIGHT FOUNDATION SHADE FOR YOU<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Picture this; you are standing in
front of a makeup counter and there are a few different colour foundations
staring back at you. You know you have to test one to find your colour but
there are a few factors that are stopping you from doing this. 1) You already
have foundation on so you can’t test, 2) the lighting in the shop sucks.
Wouldn’t it be great to know exactly what colour foundation to go for? </div>
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Yes there are ladies at the
counters who can help but some are only in there to earn their salary and are
not there to take time to help you find your colour. I have a few tips for
selecting the right colour for your skin.</div>
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Light, Medium or Dark? Finding
your skin shade.</h3>
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Light skin can either have a pink
or yellow undertone. Most people have a yellow undertone but there are a few
with pink undertones. People with pink undertones burn easily even in the
shade. Knowing if you have a pink or yellow undertone, will help you choose a
foundation. You need to look for a foundation that looks pinker or yellower in
the tube.</div>
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Medium skin tones have an olive
undertone. They are also primarily have a yellow undertone. Ethnicities in this
group are people of the Middle East, multi ethnicity and Asians. </div>
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Darker skin tones have more
melamine production in their skin. Their skin is also a little oilier than
others. Many women of colour will need more than one foundation colour. The perimeter
of the face is usually darker than the center of the face. Using one shade of
foundation will cause the face to look ashy. Finding a powder that is the same
shade as the foundation will also help avoid looking ashy. Women of colour need
to stay clear of translucent foundation.</div>
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Cool or warm toned?</h3>
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Once you know what your skins
tone is, you will need to find out if you are cool or warm toned. All skin
tones have either cool (bluish undertones) or warm (yellow undertones). There
are a few simple ways to check for this.</div>
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Check to see what colour
jewellery compliments your skin tone. You can use different pieces of jewellery
to analyse which one looks better. People with warm skin tones will look better
with gold jewellery and people with cool skin tones will look better with
silver jewellery.</div>
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Check the colour of the veins on
your wrist. If they are blue, you are cool toned. If they are green, you are
warm toned.</div>
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Choosing and testing a foundation shade</h3>
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Now that you know what tone and
shade your skin is, you can choose a foundation that you will match the colour
of your skin. Remember to take thee above into consideration when choosing a
foundation colour.</div>
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To test, first choose 3 different
colours in the tone of your skin. Then on the clean skin, on your jaw line,
blend the 3 colours into your skin. The one that blends evenly into your skin
is the foundation colour for you. Women of colour need to test one colour on
their necks and one colour on the center of their face. Blend them out and see
which two work for you. </div>
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This is the technique and steps I
use to match foundation for clients. Foundation is the canvas for amazing
makeup, so you need to find the right colour. Have you found a foundation
colour that works for you? Comment below or use <b>#CWMFoundation</b> so we can chat
about finding the right foundation.</div>
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The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-62928804384378766592017-07-20T09:00:00.000+02:002017-07-20T09:00:41.109+02:00MY FAVORITE MAKEUP BRUSHES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Every few months, I love to evaluate the makeup brushes that I love and have been using a lot. Sometimes they change or sometimes I add to the ones I already love. Here are my current favorite brushes.</div>
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Real Techniques Setting Brush</h4>
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I use this brush when I set my make with powder on days when I feel super oily. I also use it for setting the concealer under my eyes.</div>
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Pinkx27 blending brush</h4>
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I received this brush in an issue of Cosmo mag a few years ago. It quickly became one of my favourite makeup brushes. It blends crease shadow amazingly well with its synthetic bristles.</div>
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Cala 311 Blending Brush</h4>
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I am a firm believer of only needing blending brushes to apply eyeshadow. I use this bad boy to apply shadow to my lids as well as blend out darker eyeshadows in the crease.</div>
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Dala No 4</h4>
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Ever looked for the perfect brush but couldn’t find it? I was looking for a tiny brush to create hair like strokes for my brows, but the ones I found were all too thick. So I bought a paint brush set for Robbie and in it I found this tiny brush. With the snip of a scissors, I created the perfect brow brush. It is tiny enough to create individual hair strokes and fill a brow. </div>
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Real Techniques Buffing Brush</h4>
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This has to be the best brush for getting a flawless foundation finish. It buffs the foundation into the skin and doesn’t leave any streaks on the face.</div>
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Looking for the perfect blush brush? One that applies just the right amount of blush onto the cheeks? Look no further than this one. It will give you a seamless application and just the right amount of color.</div>
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Real Techniques Contour Brush</h4>
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On days when I do want to contour, I love the small rounded bristles of this brush. It picks up enough product and places it exactly where is needs to be. It also blends the product into the perfect shadow under the cheek.</div>
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Cala 301 Powder Brush</h4>
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With its large, fluffy head, this powder brush will apply product without moving your foundation around. It is soft and won’t scratch your face.</div>
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Cosmo Blending Brush</h4>
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Another gem I found in the June Cosmo mag. It is marketed as a blending brush, but I wouldn’t use it for blending eyeshadow. I rather use it to blend my concealer under my eyes and around pimples. The bristles are soft so it won’t tug at the skin around your eyes. My friend and fellow blogger, <a href="http://www.chevysbeauty.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Chevy</a>, uses hers as a highlighter brush.</div>
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For me this is the perfect highlighting brush. It applies highlighter to the high tops of the cheeks seamlessly and is also great for applying highlighter under the brows with its thinner tip.</div>
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I have had this brush for over 4 years now and it hasn’t frayed or broken. It blends eyeshadow evenly and applies like a dream. It is honestly the best brushes ever. It is an all rounder, as it can apply all over colour, as well as blend dark colours into the crease with ease.</div>
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Burst brushes can be bought online or from independent sellers only. </div>
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I would love to know what your favorite brushes are and your uses for them. Leave me a comment below or use <b>#CWMMakeupBrushes</b> on twitter, and let’s chat.</div>
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In today’s times, there are so
many different types of foundations formulas, choosing the right one for your
face is very challenging for some. I thought I would break down how to
determine your skin type as well as break down the different formulations of
foundation and what skin type they suit.</div>
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Determining your skin type and
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Your skins condition and type
change every day and you need to determine the type each morning. How do you do
that? A simple test is used to check your skin type. After washing your face
with your regular facial wash, don’t apply any moisturiser to the face. How
does your face feel and look? Is the overall condition shiny, flaky or smooth?
Does the skin feel tight after washing? All these give you an indication of
your skin type. Below I will break down each skin type.</div>
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Normal</h4>
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Smooth and even texture</div>
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Water and oil content is balanced</div>
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Skin feels comfortable</div>
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Dry and Extra Dry</h4>
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Skin feels tight after washing</div>
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Looks flaky</div>
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Because dehydrated, skin will
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Shows fine lines faster</div>
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Oily skin</h4>
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Skin is oily and shiny especially
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Large visible pores</div>
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Many breakouts</div>
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Lesser signs of aging</div>
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Sensitive skin</h4>
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Can be a combination of dry and
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Itchy and blotchy</div>
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Prone to redness</div>
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Breaks out and is easily
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Combo skin</h4>
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Spot dehydration</div>
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Shiny through the forehead, nose and
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Breakdown of different foundation
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Liquid Foundation</h4>
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Is brilliant for dry and extra
dry skin. Because of the high liquid quantity, it gives extra moisture to dry
skin. Also look for liquid foundations with added oils and serums to help
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My favourite liquid foundations
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Is great for all skin types
except oily skin, as it can create a caked on look. Stick and cream foundations
are great for bridal makeup and photography. They usually don’t contain any
skincare thus won’t create a white flashback in photography. </div>
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My favourite stick and cream
foundations are the Kryolan Ultra Foundation, the Revlon PhotoReady Insta-Fix foundation and
the Smashbox Studio skin Shaping Foundation stick.</div>
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Oil-free Liquid Foundations and Mineral
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If you have combination skin and
are looking for a foundation that will stay on all day long, your answer is a
mineral powder foundations and oil-free liquid foundations. They will help
absorb the oil in your skin and provide medium coverage. Be careful when
choosing a mineral powder foundation, as the powder will change colour when it
comes into contact with the skin. Definitely try the foundation out before
purchasing. </div>
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My ultimate favourite for
oil-free liquid foundation is the Smashbox Studio Skin 15hr Foundation. </div>
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Tinted Moisturizer</h4>
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If you are blessed with normal
skin that does not require a full coverage foundation, I recommend using a
tinted moisturizer. It will give you a light coverage and a natural look.</div>
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I hope this helps with choosing a
foundation formulation that will suit your skin type. I would love to hear your
thoughts on our different skin types and the different foundation formulations.
Leave me a comment below or use <b>#CWMFoundationFormulation</b> on twitter. </div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-85890368904761247512017-05-11T09:00:00.000+02:002017-05-11T09:00:03.912+02:00CARAVAL - STEPHANIE GARBER<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Remember, its only a game...</div>
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Scarlet Dragna has never left her little island of Trisda but has always dreamed of visiting Caraval a once a year, week long show where invitees participate in the magic. She has written to the Master of the game, Legend, for over 7 years and he has finally sent tickets for herself and her sister, Donatella, to come and take part in the magic that is Caraval. For Scarlet and Donatella, Caraval is a way to escape the abuse of their father but Scarlet is very cautious and doesn't like to take chances. She needs to keep her focus before she loses her sister forever.</div>
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I have to admit that the beginning of the book was very slow for me and at a point I wanted to give up reading it, but something told me to hold on and give it another shot. As soon as Scarlet arrived at Caraval, I was captivated with the way Garber painted a world of colour, mystery and love. The book is beautifully written and has the power to draw you in. If you like being transported to other worlds and being captivated by magic, then this book is definitely for you. </div>
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3/5*</div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-39721258408667024252017-05-04T09:00:00.000+02:002017-05-04T09:00:23.038+02:00EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING - NICOLA YOON<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #363636; font-size: 16px;">Madeline Whittier is allergic to the outside world. So allergic, in fact, that she has never left the house in all of her seventeen years. She is content enough—until a boy with eyes the color of the Atlantic Ocean moves in next door. Their complicated romance begins over IM and grows through a wunderkammer of vignettes, illustrations, charts, and more.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #363636; font-size: 16px;">I have to admit that I hadn't heard of this book before I saw the movie trailer for the movie. After falling in love with the movie, I knew I had to get the book. I searched long and hard for this book and finally had to have it couriered from another branch. But I got my book and devoured it in a day. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: abril-text;"><span style="background-color: white;">This book is uniquely written by way of journal entries and short paragraphs. You are taken on a journey of a girl, barred from leaving her house due to her illness, her falling in love with the new guy and how she figures out that she needs to experience everything. She needs to risk everything to have live one day. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: abril-text;"><span style="background-color: white;">Everything, everything is basically everything. It is heart warming, special and at the end shows you exactly how far a parent who has lost everything and everyone will go, to protect the one they have left. </span></span></div>
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If you are looking for a quick read, I recommend this book. Although aimed at a younger audience, I would say everyone should read it.</div>
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5/5*</div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-79158915179907040982017-04-20T09:00:00.000+02:002017-04-20T09:00:13.231+02:00HEARTLESS - MARISSA MEYER<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Long before she was the terror of Wonderland – the infamous Queen of
Hearts – she was just a girl who wanted to fall in love.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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For the lovers of Lewis Carroll’s
Alice in Wonderland books, Heartless will take you into the world of Cath
Pinkerton and who she was before she was screaming “Off with their heads”. The
enchanting story of Cath, a girl who wishes for the simple things in life,
opening her own bakery and falling in love. But her parents and the King have
other plans for her. She is to marry the King and become Queen. On the night he
is set to propose, Cath meets the Kings fool, Jest and fall in love with him.
This makes her life increasing difficult because she can follow her heart and
her dreams or she must follow the orders of the parents. Cath dreams of a life
with Jest and her bakery but the Kings rule is not that kind.</div>
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Marissa Meyer has a way of taking
old school fairy tales and giving them new life. Having read Cinder, I fell in
love with Meyer’s style of writing and her ability to transport you into a
different time and place. For Heartless, Meyer took the underlying stories from
the Alice in Wonderland books and created a story to help us understand the
Queen of Hearts.</div>
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I was enthralled with Heartless.
From the first page I fell in love with Cath. I shared her trials, her love for
baking and her love for Jest. I felt her heartbreak and I understand how she
became the way she is. Having grasped a more solid understand of who she was in
Alice through the looking glass, I have come to have a special place for the
Queen of Hearts in my heart. </div>
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I would recommend this book to
anyone. Young or old, who loves the enchanted and loves Lewis Carroll. </div>
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4/5*</div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-31396924969673745832017-04-18T09:00:00.000+02:002017-04-18T09:00:11.838+02:00FREEMAN BEAUTY INFUSION HYDRATING CREAM MASK<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love the Freeman Range of facial masks. So while shopping in Dischem recently, I saw a new range of Freeman masks. I was very intrigued and knew I had to purchase one. I chose the Hydrating Cream mask with Manuka honey and collagen.<br />
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I have heard a lot about Manuka honey from one of my favorite YouTuber's Shaaanxo. Manuka honey helps with blemish prone skin because of its anti-bacterial properties. It also soothes inflamed skin so it is perfect for when your skin has a flare up.<br />
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Combining Manuka honey and collagen, this mask leaves my face feeling clean and clear. My skin feels smoother and nourished. It is not a normal mask that requires you to leave it to dry. You leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water. I apply the mask before I shower and rinse it off when I get in. The mask also has a very pleasing scent. Not too strong.<br />
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I can't recommend this face mask enough. If you worry about fine lines and blemishes on your skin, I would suggest you get this. It retails for R 149.99 at Dischem. And you only really need a little to cover your whole skin, so this product is sure to last a while.<br />
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Have you tried this mask and the new range from Freeman? I would love to know your thoughts on the masks.The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-26117568237050625622017-01-02T08:00:00.000+02:002017-01-02T08:00:00.200+02:00One Word for 2017<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">New Year’s resolutions
never work, we all know that. By the second week we have forgotten all the goals
we wanted to make for the year. I came across this wonderful concept of
choosing ONE word that will describe your whole year. It will be your guiding
light through times of hardship and times of joy. One word that will encompass who
you are and who you want to become. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So how do you choose a
word? A word that will be perfect for you? There is this amazing website called
<a href="http://www.myoneword.org/">www.myoneword.org</a> It gives you a step by step of how to choose
your word. Here is a quick breakdown.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Determine the kind of
person you want to become.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Is there anything
about yourself you want to change? I know I want to be the kind of person who
knows what they want, who trusts themselves and their abilities. I’m turning 30
and want to have my shit together.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Identify the
characteristics of the person you want to become.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What are the words you
want to use to describe yourself? For me those words are self-assured, confident,
strong and motivated.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Pick your word.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After figuring out the
kind of person you want to be and the characteristics of person you want to
become, it is now time to choose a word that reflects this. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I took a long time to
choose my word but it finally came to me. I have struggled with being enough
since I was young. Never being what everyone wanted, not in my personal life
and not in my professional life. Thus, my word for 2017 is:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I will be enough for myself.
I am good enough for whatever life throws at me. No matter how hard life gets
or the obstacles I will face. I am good enough.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I would love to hear your one word for 2017, why not leave a comment below telling me why you choose your word.</span></div>
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Hi Lovelies<br />
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Do you remember when you were a kid, cutting images from magazines and creating a collage? I still do this every year. Pictures to inspire me for the New Year. Pictures to keep me motivated. Up until last year they used to be covered in beauty and fashion items but this year it will definitely be more simple.<br />
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After all these years of worrying about the trivial things like makeup and clothes, 2017 will be focusing on my family and my little angel boy. Spending time with him. Creating memories and teaching him the value of making memories and not buying happiness.<br />
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Here is to 2017, full of fun times with family, friends and loved ones. Creating more memories, helping each other and a year full of love, joy and happiness.<br />
<br />The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-51713347521040078942016-12-15T08:00:00.000+02:002016-12-15T08:00:07.668+02:00Cappuccino with Me & Robbie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi Lovelies<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week’s Cappuccino
with me interview is with my angel boy, Robbie. Very intrigued that he would be
answering questions and appearing on mommy’s blog, he gladly answered some of
the questions I was asking. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Robbie, what is
your favorite colour?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Red<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Your favorite food?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Fish and chips<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What is your
favorite sport?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Swimming and Golf<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Favorite movie?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> All the Captain
America movies<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What is your
favorite song you love to listen to?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> I have two favorite
songs, Life is a highway – Rascal Flatt and Immortals – Fall Out Boy<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> If you could visit
anywhere in the world, where would you go?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> To New Zealand to
Aunty Piggy<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Who is your best
friend?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Siba<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Who is your
favorite cousin?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Simone <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What is your
favorite thing we do together? <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Play games and fun
math games<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What do you want to
be when you grow up?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> A golfer<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What do you wish
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<b>R:</b> Presents<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Do you think you
will get married when you are older?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> No.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What do you think
about? <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R: </b>I think about what
I can build with my Lego blocks.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What makes you
happy?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Playing with my
toys<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Do you like being a
kid?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Yes, it makes me
happy<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> If you could be any
animal, what would you be and why? <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> A tiger. Because
tigers are my favorite and are very fast.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> Who is your
favorite superhero?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> The Winter Soldier,
Bucky Barnes. (Mommies favorite too!)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>M:</b> What are you
excited about?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>R:</b> Going to Summerhill
next year and starting Grade 1.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Remember when we were younger we thought we could do everything? That there was nothing that we couldn't do? Fast forward 20 years and you know for a fact that there are things we are terrible at. Some seem trivial while others we try every day to master. But no matter how hard you try, it ain't never going to happen. Below are some of the things that I am terrible at.</div>
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<b>Wearing heels</b></div>
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I love most girly things, like any girl. But the one thing I have never mastered and will never is heels. I don't own any heels. I am a flats and sneakers kind of gal. It's not that I have never tried, believe me I have. I just can't deal with the pain of walking in them the whole day. I want to be comfortable and don't do well with sore feet.</div>
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<b>Winged Eyeliner</b></div>
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The unimaginable. A makeup artist who can't do winged liner... well not on myself but on clients it is sharp as a knife. I find it so hard to do it on myself. I have found a way to kinda do it but if you ask me to do it free hand, I'm screwed. </div>
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<b>Icing a cake</b></div>
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When I meet someone for the first time, I seem very polite. No foul words to be found, but once I am comfortable around you, I become a sailor. No word is left out from my vocab. My family and friends have learnt that it isn't going to change but I will admit that at certain friends houses I try my best to control it.</div>
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I hate small talk. I hate the awkward first talks when you are meeting someone for the first time. I know that is how you get to know someone but I am more of an in depth, soul searching conversationalist. I wanna talk about the deep stuff, finding out what makes you tick and talking till 3 am.</div>
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Ever get nervous when you have to call someone you have never spoken to before? Even though my job entails that I have to answer and make calls, I still get nervous doing it. When someone calls on my cellphone that I don't know, I won't answer the phone. I stutter even though I don't have a stutter and my palms get sweaty. </div>
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<b>Staying off Pinterest</b></div>
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I am seriously terrible at this. I swear most of my data is spent on Pinterest and because of it I have like 5000 photos on my phone (thank goodness for the 128GB iPhone). I love looking at beautiful pictures and when I am bored I scroll through the pictures. It is kind of like therapy for me.</div>
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The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-52430645518984347392016-12-09T08:00:00.000+02:002016-12-09T08:00:00.133+02:00Cappuccino with Me and Christine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I enjoy reading interviews on blogs. Whether it is interviews with famous people or interviews with family and friends. So I thought I would start off with my best friend, Christine. This girl is my rock, my anchor and she definitely keeps me sane. We will both be answering the questions. I hope you enjoy this.</div>
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Where/how did you meet?</h4>
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<b>C:</b> One of the reasons I love social media. We met through Twitter, she is the first Directioner that I met that was on my level of love for the boys.</div>
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<b>S:</b> Twitter was were we become best friends and sisters. I had actually heard Christine get asked to her matric farewell on 947, and went to follow her on Twitter. I honestly didn't think we would become such good friends, but boy was I wrong.</div>
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<b>C:</b> We have been friends for 2 years and about 7 months.</div>
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<b>C:</b> It would be between our One Direction concert, and when she was my makeup artist/ moral support/ best friend for my matric farewell.</div>
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<b>S:</b> We have so many memories, and every time she is there for me when things get tough is special, but my favorite memory would have to be our One Direction concert. They basically brought us together and going to the concert, standing right in front and singing along to our favorite song, is a memory I will cherish forever.</div>
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<b>C:</b> Spectacular-fun-beautiful (I added "-" so technically it is one word :) )</div>
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<b>S:</b> Christine in one word would have to be "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious". She is just perfect. </div>
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<b>C:</b> Purple</div>
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S: Blue</div>
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<b>C:</b> My Buzz, My sister, Queen</div>
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<b>S:</b> My Woody. To infinity and beyond! My person!</div>
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<b>C:</b> Those blue eyes get her, dimples and dark hair at times. But a certain Irish blonde will always have her weak in the knees. He has to love her completely, respect her (or he'll have to answer to me), sense of humor, appreciate her little things, buy her tons of books and read with her for hours but most important of all, love your little Robs like his own.</div>
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<b>S:</b> Definitely dark hair, eyes and definitely from overseas. She just can't stay away from the foreign guys. She wants someone to love her with all his heart. Someone who understand that she is in it for the long haul. He has to respect that university comes first and focusing on that is priority. He must be able to understand her jokes, and crazy moments. He must have a love for God, and that must be his no.1 priority. A guy who reads and loves music. </div>
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<b>C:</b> Of course she does.</div>
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<b>S:</b> Yes but it will be with the right person and forever. </div>
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<b>C: </b>Definitely books.</div>
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<b>S:</b> Books! </div>
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Thank you my Woody, for taking part in this interview. You are my guiding light through everything. I love you to infinity and beyond. </div>
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I hope you enjoyed this interview, the first of many coming on the blog. The next interview will feature a bubbly 6 year old. You can count on laughs for that one. </div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-55525377864883218422016-12-07T08:00:00.000+02:002016-12-07T08:00:10.649+02:00My happiness in the darkest of times<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What a year it has been. A few ups and many downs. Losing two loved ones, retrenchment and a host of other different things. I don't think I have ever wanted a year to end more than this one. But here we are, going through the motions, and learning to cope and come out stronger.</div>
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With all the downs, there has to be something that makes me happy now, right? There is a handful of things that keep me happy and help to forget about everything.</div>
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I have to admit that this year has been hard. There were many times where I honestly wanted to give up. I know that it isn't right to think like that, but sometimes it all just gets too much. No matter how close I came, my little angel boy was the one reason I never did anything. I love that little boy so much. He is my world. And no matter what he always knows how to put a smile on my face. </div>
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If there is one thing that can make you forget about all your problems, it is spending time with people who love you the way you are. Laughing and joking, the hugs, the understand and the being together. It all helps to put things into perspective.</div>
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When I need to get away from it all, nothing helps more in that precise moment, than having a cappuccino at my favorite coffee shop. Friendly staff and managers that know how to make you feel at home and treat you like family. Definitely my go to place.</div>
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How do you escape from reality? You read a good book. One that takes you far away from the world you live in and into a fantasy land. I've never been one to read biographies but rather romance, fantasy and young adult novels. Escaping into someone else's life, really does help. And sometimes it can even give you a bit of perspective of your own life. </div>
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I didn't realise how much I missed my blog or should I say blogging until I start this blog. Creating posts, taking images and creating an atmosphere has helped keep me sane and happy. I am definitely glad that I started blogging again. </div>
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Always remember; Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light! If you liked this post, please comment below and share what makes you happy in the darkest of times. </div>
The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-11183105442526327002016-12-05T08:00:00.000+02:002016-12-05T08:05:39.045+02:00Christmas Shopping List + Download<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Christmas is fast approaching and if like me, you have left your Christmas shopping to the last minute, you know how frustrating and daunting that can be. Going into the shops and shopping malls, is maddening and instead of buying stuff you need, you end up buying stuff you don't. Enter the shopping list.</div>
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I have a mild case of OCD and instead of buying utter nonsense this year, I have decide to create a list that I can use to help keep me on track. I created two different lists, each one showing the name of the person you are buying for, the gift you have selected, price you paid (girl has a budget) and if you have wrapped it.</div>
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Christmas List #1</h4>
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A pretty elf inspired list. One block for each person. Easy and simple to use. You can download it <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B7yDNV5mgiMrc3FlNzVRMnNFeFk" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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A more simplistic gift list, but with the same features of list 1. You can download it <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B7yDNV5mgiMrSmRsQ2xXVng2TU0" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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The Soul Edithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04026018451245691763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4283515729260458637.post-3647048598604682582016-12-01T10:29:00.000+02:002016-12-01T15:23:31.754+02:00Welcome to Cappuccino with Me<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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First blog post of Cappuccino with me. I shouldn't be shy to write this as it isn't my first blog. But starting something new is always a little scary.</div>
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Cappuccino with me is my second blog and definitely the blog that I will be using for years to come. I had outgrown my previous blog and have decided to start a new blog instead of re branding my old one. I wanted to start fresh, with new content and a new layout. I have to admit that I definitely didn't put this much effort into my old blog as I am with this one. I think I was finding my feet with my old one.</div>
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I chose the name Cappuccino with me, as I am totally addicted to them. I also enjoy having a cappuccino with family and friends. I want you, my readers to become my friends and consider this our weekly cappuccino date. A place to catch up, chat and embrace each other.</div>
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What can you expect from the blog? Think recipes, DIY, lots of interior design inspiration, emotional posts, information about beauty and makeup and that sort of thing. Although I did say beauty and makeup, I will not be doing reviews. Not that I don't want to, but that is what my old blog concentrated on and I don't want to go back to that. I will rather be giving beauty and makeup advice and makeup picture tutorials.</div>
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I hope you will enjoy spending time on my blog and reading the articles. If you have any ideas or comments feel free to email me or leave a comment down below. </div>
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