How I Met Your Mother Series Finale.

This post contains SPOILER ALERTS and a lot of CURSING. I have too many feelings right now. 

You guys. I have to talk about this. I have never EVER been so disappointed in a television show ending in my life. 9 years of plot and character development just went down the drain.

First of all, an entire season dedicated to Barney & Robin's wedding, only to end with a divorce that came out of nowhere? Then Barney goes back to his womanizing ways? NO. I could have bought it had it been because he missed Robin and regretted the divorce. I was really, really hoping #31 was Robin and they had a baby and were getting back together. That was the only way it was acceptable. I mean, they really did Barney a disservice. All those years of Barney giving Robin *that* look and him realizing she was what he wanted all along? I'll admit, him meeting his daughter was adorable. I am seriously just so angry at this whole situation.

Secondly, ROBIN AND TED?! FOR FUCKSAKE. 9 years of showing how incompatible they were and then just "LOL, WHO CARES?!" Never did I once support Robin & Ted as a couple. Even at their best moments, I just didn't believe it. They lived completely different lives. And I know the (very few) supporters of the ending said it was all about the journey and they needed to go through it all to end up together, but I'm calling bullshit.

Also on the whole Robin and Ted note, the way they treated the mother was awful. Her and Ted truly were the perfect couple. Ted even admitted it! But it was like 20 minutes of their lives together and then, "Hey kids, mind if I bang your aunt Robin?" NO. The whole thing Ted's girl said about they story not being about the mother and about being how much he loves Robin is true.

I am just so disappointed in this finale. I realize it's supposed to be "realistic" and people get divorced and die and whatnot, but this was an awful ending. I feel led on, deceived, and emotionally abused. I started the episode out so hopeful and happy, and then, BAM - DIVORCE. It was at that moment I knew how it was going to end. I still hoped it wasn't going to happen, that Robin was #31 and she and Barney would get back together again, but I knew how it was ultimately going to end.

It ended in disappointment. I am way more angry at this ending than I should be. I know it's just a television show and I shouldn't let it ruin my night the way it did, but damnit, we waited 9 years for this story to resolve. I was even starting to warm up to Ted this season (previously, I really didn't like him because he was a pretentious douche who was hung up on the idea of Robin). He really showed growth, and then they just reversed everything they had built up over the last two seasons.

At least Lily & Marshall remained awesome. Long live Marshmallow and Lilypad.

March 2014 Popsugar Must Have Box Review

I was incredibly shocked when I got an email at the beginning of last week telling me my Popsugar Must Have Box was on its way. Mostly because I thought I had cancelled after getting last month's half-off. I meant to cancel it.

Honestly, I'm glad I didn't cancel it though. I really enjoyed the contents of this month's box (well, except for one, but we'll get there) and I'm thinking of maybe forgetting to cancel one more month. Let's move on to the goodies.

The contents

First thing's first: The pink bundle in the lower left corner is a mini exercise ball. That was the one item I would have liked to be something else. I'm sure it's good and has many uses in regards to getting fit, but I know my dog will pop that sucker in no time. So for now, it's going to stay in storage, deflated. 

Snapea Crisps

The must-have food item was a bag of snap pea crisps. I LOVE these things. They're crunchy & light and SO tasty. I'm actually not sure I've had just the plain lightly salted kind, but I don't think you can go wrong. The wasabi ranch flavor are my hands-down favorite and incredibly tasty. They're a perfect snack, but I tend to eat most of the bag at once. Oh well, they're healthy, right? 

Brokedown Scarf

FINALLY! I got a popugar box with a scarf (yes, ok, this has only been the 3rd I've received, but still. This is from the brand Brokedown, and it's soft. The colors are perfect for me. That shade of blue is one of my favorites to wear and I paired this with a white tee, black jeggings, black flats, and a "leather" jacket today. It was actually 60 degrees and I swear I was in heaven. I just sat outside being warm in the sun between classes. It was glorious. 

Dogeared Necklace

I've been on the Dogeared website before and wanted a piece of jewelry from them, so of course I'm thrilled it was included in this month's box, along with a 20% off purchase code. I'll probably pick something else off. Anyway, you're supposed to make a wish when you put this necklace on, and when the cord breaks, the wish will come true. In the mean time, wearing it is supposed to bring luck, with it being a horseshoe and all. I'm going to Atlantic City next week, so I definitely need all the luck I can get. Hell, I'd need all the luck I could get even if I weren't going. Anyway, this necklace is delicate and definitely something I'd choose if I could pick on my own. 

Bauble Bar Ring Holder

How adorable is this bauble bar ring holder? You just slide your rings down the elephant's trunk for safe keeping. This is a fantastic, creative idea. However, like everything else, the dog ruins this for me. He has a tendency to take things off my bedside stand when he thinks I'm sleeping in too late in the mornings. He'd definitely grab this if it were up there and I don't want him ruining it. I also REALLY REALLY don't want him eating my wedding ring, so I think I'm going to put this in the bathroom to keep track of rings in there. 

Jurlique Serum

This Jurlique Herbal Recovery Advanced Serum is pretty great. I currently have a slight rash on my hand from the gloves/chemicals at work. I rubbed this over the rash, just to test it out when I first opened it. When I looked down a few hours later, the rash had definitely healed up some. I'm going to rub it on tonight too, and hope it goes away. I used it on my face this morning and it hasn't made my face greasy or anything. I broke out from the Argan Oil serum in last month's box, so I'm glad this one worked out. It also brightens the complexion up too. I might try it out without any makeup over it to see how I like that. 

Fig Bar

A Nature's Bakery Fig Bar was a special little extra this month. I think these are tasty and I'll definitely throw it in my bag to snack on during the day. 

This month's box was a clear winner. I don't know whether I liked the scarf, necklace, or serum the most. I think I'm definitely going to forget to cancel this subscription for one more month, and hope April is full of spring-y happy items like this month's was. 

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Covergirl Bombshell Mascara & Almay Conceal and Brighten

Today I used the Bombshell by LashBlast mascara that I posted about yesterday and wanted to report back. I also used the Almay Conceal & Brighten I found in my makeup cabinet that I thought I had lost without getting to use it. My makeup cabinet is the spot under my bathroom sink and I FINALLY got it 98% organized today. I just have to figure out a system for my brushes and blushes. I would kill for a room for my clothes & makeup. Someday, perhaps.

Top: No makeup
Bottom: Mascara & Conceal and Brighten

Initial impressions: Mascara is WONDERFUL and the conceal & brighten is meh. I mean, it worked, and if I would have also used foundation my dark circles probably mostly would have disappeared, but I don't think it worked better than any other products I've used before.

Left: No makeup Right: Mascara & concealer

As you can see, the Bombshell mascara really did have a noticeable effect on my lashes. They look longer and much darker. I was shocked how good this mascara worked. I think I'll pick up a volumizing mascara to use with this for a little fullness, though. I think that's the only thing that's missing from this mascara and preventing a true "bombshell" look.

Top: The "bombshell" side
Bottom: The "intensifying" side

The top wand is the first step in the two-part process. It adds volume and length to the lashes. Then the bottom wands lengthens the lashes even more and darkens with a really pigmented mascara. It truly does "intensify" the whole look. I was surprised at this mascara. I think it may be one of the few mascaras out there that truly does what it promises. Of course it's not going to give you the false lash look that's in the ads unless you already have to-die for lashes to begin with. 

The bottom line is this mascara is fantastic. I was skeptical going in, but this is going to be a definite repurchase. Very few mascaras make it into that category. Do yourself a favor and try it out. I honestly can't rave about this enough and I don't know that I've ever felt this strongly about a beauty product. 

Almay Brighten & Conceal in Light

Annnd, this product. The concealer has an orange tint to counteract the blues/purples in dark circles, but doesn't look unnatural to wear it without any other makeup. It was okay. I've used better products though. The brighten works pretty well. It's pink tone and, well, brightens up the eye area. I'll definitely use the brighten side up before the conceal side. 

Pick up the Covergirl Bombshell mascara as soon as you possibly can and skip the Almay Conceal & Brighten, it's nothing special. 

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CVS Haul

I have a beauty buying problem. I think I need some sort of rehab. Let's chat about what I picked up. 

It's really not that much

Looking at it now, it's not that bad. Half of it is for trying to fix my awful, painful, dry lips. I'll just give you a quick rundown and initial reactions. 

Maybelline Illegal Length Mascara

Maybelline Illegal Length Waterproof Mascara is my favorite drugstore mascara (so far, at least). The waterproof formula holds the curl in my next-to-impossible-to-curl lashes. It also truly seems to lengthen my lashes. I have never had any problem with it clumping or making my lashes stick together. 

Covergirl Bombshell Volume Mascara

Bombshell Volume by LashBlast Mascara is a new product. For both me and Covergirl. Mascaras are the only cosmetics from Covergirl that I really ever buy. I'm just not really a fan for some reason. I used their products in high school and a lot of them made me break out. Anyway, I'm always up for giving interesting-looking mascaras a try. Apparently, the 1 side gives bombshell volume and then the 2 side intensifies the look. I'm not sure what to expect, but I'm excited to try. I'll report back after giving it a few days. 

Covergirl truMagic "the Sunkisser"

As you can see from the first picture, this truMagic bronzer came as a sample with the Bombshell mascara - SCORE! It's a cream product that feels like a powder once you start applying it. I just swatched this real quick on my hand, haven't face-tested it yet. A light swatch didn't provide a lot of color, but when I used more, it turn orange. This product is definitely going to take some experimenting. Oh, and the formula also comes in a clear mattifier and a gold luminizer. 

Maybelline Eyestudio Color Tattoo Metal

Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo Metal in Inked in Pink is another new product try for me. I mostly bought this to use as a base for my Naked 3 palette. I've been using a nude shadow primer, but a lot of the colors in that palette don't show up on my eye. I figured if I use a base similar to the colors, they'll translate a little better. We'll see how it works. But, this is a pink, shimmery cream shadow. 

Neosporin Overnight Renewal Therapy

I have been on the hunt for a kick-ass lip product. I love My Favorite Night Balm from Bath & Body Works, BUT my dog got ahold of my tube, so RIP lip balm :( Until I can make it to B&BW to get a new tube, I figured I'd give Neosporin Lip Health overnight renewal therapy. It's white petroleum jelly and a mix of antioxidants and essential lipids (according to their website) that provide intense moisture and healing. I've only used it one night, and it definitely helped to improve some of the dryness and pain. It's really thick, but that's the point. 

Nivea Olive Oil & Lemon Lip Balm

Finally, my new favorite everyday lip balm, Nivea Olive Oil & Lemon lip balm. I was a little worried about it smelling/tasting like lemon cleaner, but this didn't. It was just a touch of lemon. It's light & fruity and crazy hydrating. It's not nearly as slippery as I thought it was going to be, which is a good thing. I hate slick lip balms. I don't feel like they're as moisturizing as thicker ones. It's not so thick that you can feel it and be annoyed though. Anyway, I recommend it. I think I might have to buy about 5 more, so I can have one everywhere. And then lose them all because that's what always happens. 

You'll see in the first picture I got a Blistex lip balm as well. I didn't take a separate picture of it. But, I was not a fan. It's one of those slick lip balms that I mentioned in the last paragraph. It just felt weird on my lips.

I got $6 in Extrabucks (from Maybelline & Covergirl items) so I'm going to have to head back to CVS soon and make sure they don't go to waste ;) 

xx