Rise and shine, morning glory! Guess who actually got some sleep. Yup, yours truly, so I feel about 900 times better today.
It was pouring rain last night, but the sun is out again this morning. It looks like it’s going to be a fantabulous day. I might even have a cup of actual coffee instead of Throat Coat or Theraflu.
Heck, I may even venture outside… Ooh! — dare to dream, LOL! 🙂
In other news, what do you think about this for a side project: a 6-foot-tall wooden kitty condo wrapped in chicken wire for the deck, so that Tabs can chill out for short breaks under the stars (and I don’t have to worry about him running into any hungry coyotes)? I’d need El Hub’s help to cut the wood because I’m not a Miss Power Tools, but what do you think? If you were a tabby…would you like a kitty condo like that?
Must plan…
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Karen
Agata says
I say yes to the project! Tabs would love it, I am sure. I am glad you’re feeling a little better!
Karen says
Hi Agata!
I think so too. He loves spending time outside, but I don’t know if he’ll think it’s too small. I don’t want to make it too big, though, because we don’t have a lot of room.
I’m definitely feeling better, thank you. How are things going with you? What are you up to this weekend?
Agata says
Well, his choice- no outdoor condo or a small one 🙂 I know he has big needs though, lol!
Other than obviously working, I hope to go to the gym and I have to pick up a few props from Hobby Lobby for a blog post/shoot. I am super excited about it! Oh and packing my husband for his trip to Florida- he will be gone all week ;-(
Did I tell you we are going to Vegas in a month? I am so stoked for this! Also getting my hair done and cut next week, super excited for it too!
margarita says
I could do without Valentine’s Day…I feel like you should appreciate your loved ones all the time.
Holly says
Oh my word. I have tried to learn to read music & for some reason, it just doesn’t stick! Fortunately, I can learn by ear. I used to sing in a choir & also a smaller ensemble at my previous church & I miss it…singing by myself in the car, while quite entertaining, is not the same as singing with others.
Paula says
I think the cat condo is brilliant….it would provide some new vantage points, I think!
Remi says
I would definitely build the kitty condo. Kittens and lounging, y’know? (I like power tools tho)
Alix says
Valentine’s Day — meh.
Helen says
Valentine’s Day is overrated but I guess it’s a holiday people celebrate it regardless.
Rosalie parnes says
I cant read music cant play any instruments at all
Kiss & Make-up says
I’m going to be spending Valentine’s Day this year with 6 of my in-laws. Hurray. So yeah, whatever will be in the air, it won’t be romance!
Natalie Noble says
I can read music. I learned about seven years ago so I’m probably a bit rusty now, but I could get it done if I needed to. I should probably brush up on it!
Laura says
I can read music, but it’s been a couple years! Ironically I have a minor in it, but I haven’t done much with it (lol)
Amber says
My current fave Makeup Look is a smoky eye with a nude lip! x
I really would like the oppurtunity to win this giveaway! x
Laurinha says
My favorite current makeup looK:
Line the upper lash line w purple eye pencil; line lower lash line w brown eye pencil; Smudge both lash lines w matte md brown eyeshadow. Lots of mascara; pinky/peach blush; and for lipstick, from pink to red to purple to nude….. any of my 3827455038476567 lipsticks……. hehehe!
Sarah W says
Love Valentine’s Day! Looks like we’ll both have to work though…
Lesr Kew says
Hi!
I am narrowing down my makeup to one neutral And one color palette. So far I’m thinking of TooFaced Chocolate Bar and the UD Electric Palette.
What do you think??
Thanks!
Carolyn N. says
Excited to eat these chips and guac!
Berry says
Thumbs down on Valentine’s Day. Usually it’s a thumbs up, just not this year.
Tiffanie says
My current favorite makeup look is black winged liner and a statement lip.
Helen T says
I can read music. I wish I could play the piano though. That would be so cool!
Laure says
I don’t particularly care about Valentine’s day…I never celebrated it as a child, nor did anyone around me, so I don’t have any real feelings about it. Same goes for Halloween: never celebrated it as a child, so it has no real meaning for me.
As I’m growing older, I’m finding that the holidays that I celebrated as a kid are still the most important ones to me.
Laure says
(Sorry for the bummer answer)
Donna Marie says
my favorite look has been one I only get to do for certain concerts… it uses the heartbreaker sugerpill palette and it’s red, orange, yellow, gold and purple. Pretty wild. lol
Lindsay says
Valentine’s Day…no thank you.
I’ve built a lot of stuff using a circular saw!
Debra says
Kitteh Condoh!! Yes!!
it will need different levels for climbing, scratching post, tunnel — I’m sure there are designs online!
Oh Tabs will be so happy!
We’ve got bobcats (real & mechanical) around here! I keep an eye on our “trail” but my cats know to stay close to home. I hope.
betsy says
I think Tabs would love the kitty condo!!
Icequeen81 says
Valentine’s Day: thumbs up or thumbs down?
up
What’s your current favorite makeup look?
I am using a essence matte bronzer on my cheeks and then a light hands of blusher. filled eyebrows, done Day look
night same but eyeliner ,and lipstick
Something you’re building up the courage to do?
keep driving. I only take the ways I know good
Miki says
Yes, I can read music.
Petra Varsányi says
I used to be able to read music back in the elementary, but I don’t think I’m still able to… Maybe with a little practice…
*sigh* Good old times 🙂
Tiffany says
I used to be able to read music! I played the flute in elementary/middle/high school, but haven’t touched it in years. Not sure if I’d still be able to. 🙁
Colleen Boudreau says
Nope, I can’t read music.
Laura says
Valentine’s Day thumbs up!
Jennifer Pham says
I wish I can read music – when I listen to movie themes (for example, How to Train Your Dragon 2 soundtrack – so brilliant) and I feel pumped or sad or touched – I want to be able to play and make music along with the rest of the team.
It would be wonderful to be part of an orchestra for music that moves you!
Maria says
I loveeee Valentine’s Day <3
Anna says
I can read music! I started learning piano when I was 4– still a hobby today!
Maria says
Love Valentine’s Day <3
Alice says
My favorite look at the moment is bright fuchsia blush, a bit of luminizer on my eyes and cheekbones, black mascara caked onto both my upper and lower lashes (like Twiggy!), and a bit of black/brown brow gel. It sounds clownish, but it’s actually a very fresh, very pretty look (I think, lol). 😀
Ana says
Current favorite makeup look…a bronzy brown smoky eye with just a delicate veil of shimmer on the lids with thin cat liner and lits of mascara and neutral or dark lips! Bright and neon colors just don’t look that good on me.
Lizzie says
I used to be able to read music, but not so much anymore unfortunately.
Michelle says
My favorite makeup look is always natural look. I’ll have darker lipstick in the evening time. My favorite right now a sold out lipstick by Sephora from their Pantone collection called Velvet.
jules m. says
the kitty condo sounds great- i actually have a kitty enclosure on the back of my house, i just open the window and the cats can go outside safely and i dont have to worry about them getting lost or run over.
Kelly Kimmell says
I really don’t care for Valentine’s Day.
Mimielle says
Thumbs up for Valentine’s Day. I bought a new dress so I’m excited to wear it once I track down some lacy tights. I’m glad you are feeling better. Being sick at the end of winter is no fun.
Aurelie Red says
Hi Karen, yes I can read music… I played piano for ten years !
shaunie says
My favorite pie is pecan pie
Audrey H. says
Im building up the courage to dye my greys. The last time I colored my hair was quite a few years ago and it was hot pink highlights lol
Nicole says
Happy Caturday!!!
Hannah says
Are you excited for this years mac summer collection?
judy says
no power tools for me. only makeup tools.
Brittany Kielar says
Valentine’s Day is a thumbs up! Building up the courage to do YouTube Scrapbook Process videos!
Kim Henrichs says
Building up the courage to move out of the country for awhile next year.
Judy Thomas says
I am not too keen on Valentines Day.It has become too commercial.
Felis says
Valentine’s Day isn’t a huge deal for me, but any excuse to get dressed up and go somewhere exciting for dinner is good with me! I have big plans for coppery-pink and gray eyes and eating a lot of pork belly.
Megan says
Fave makeup look is plum eyeshadow with black eyeliner.
Noon says
This is my first Valentine’s day with someone to romantically spoil, so def thumbs up! I love any holiday that lets me spoil people though~
Denay Haist says
I can read music, but no one would want to hear me sing or play the piano!
Kris says
Tip for getting a good night sleep…..get the 50 cats out of your bed:-)
Mary María says
I love eyeliner and red lips!
Jen L says
Happy Saturday!
I do ready music, got to Grade 8 in Conservatory on the Piano as girl. But what I really wanted to say os thank you for including Canadians in your draws! I super appreciate it! I do. I love love love make up and every time I navigate to your site, I have two kitties that want to see T 🙂 Love it Thanks so much.
Lisa Brown says
i don’t celebrate valentines day, never have
Jessica says
I love Valentine’s Day!!! The shapes, colors and everything about it 🙂
Ellen says
I can read music from years in orchestra and am now learning to play guitar!
Susan T. says
I’m pretty handy with all kinds of tools. I bought a huge kitty condo online and put it together myself. It was like Ikea furniture with a million screws and two of those little wrenches!
Symone N says
I have never written a computer program, nor can I read music 🙂
Eliza says
Thumbs neutral to Valentine’s Day, as it’s mostly commercial and my fiancé and I don’t need to buy eat other useless trinkets to prove our love
Marina Grigório says
I’m working up the courage to finish my dissertation, missing the last chapter and I’m here participating in this giveaway! hahaha
Vonnie says
A kitty condo would be the best! I have had several over the years and my cats have loved them, except for my little miss sassy tabby that I have now. She’d rather hang out in the window or on my desk.
andrea amy says
Thumbs DOWN for Valentine’s Day. Not at all a fan, but I do like the Valentine chocolates 🙂
Terri says
Hi Karen – I’m glad you are feeling better! Also, I love the idea of an outdoor kitty habitat for Tabs 🙂
Lisa Foster says
I could read music as a child from taking piano lessons but its been so long I would probably need to start over to relearn now.
Rachel H says
I used to be able to read music in middle school when I played the clarinet… But that ability went out the window!
Sara Pau says
I can read music. I’ve taken piano lessons since I was young, and I love it so much.
Natalya says
Hi Karen,
Kitty condo is a wonderful idea! I think Tabs will love it 🙂
I am glad to hear that you are getting better. I hope you had a cup of coffee today. I was recently sick too and went 5 days without coffee! It was awful 🙁 I love my little Nespresso machine!! Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Cori Westphal says
I used to be able to read music, when I was in high school. But not since. Maybe it’s like riding a bike?
coriwestphal at msn dot com
Illy Junus says
I love Valentine, maybe due tomy birthday is in February. So for me is always thumbs up
Freya says
I’ve really been loving my Naked on the Run palette. I received it for Christmas but just started using it recently. I used to just buy every new palette that comes out even tho I’m mostly comfortable sticking to a more neural eye look. Occasionally I’ll add a pop of color but I don’t get crazy with color all over my eye. So now I have a bunch of palettes that I’ll barely tuck into bc they’re all bright colors. Oh well! At least now I know only to buy palettes that I’ll actually make use of!
Lulubelle says
I put a doggy door in using power tools – quite proud of that!
Cindy says
Black winged eyeliner, Urban Decay Midnight Cowboy eyeshadow, Clinique Fresh Bloom all over color in Peony, and MAC Ruby Woo lipstick with Cherry lipliner is *always* my favorite makeup look!
Sandy says
Favorite makeup look is anything Kate Middleton does right now.
Valerie says
Oh man, I used to be able to read music. I played the cello and the clarinet. Couldn’t read it now, though!
Coline T. says
Valentine’s Day: big thumbs up lol, I’m single….
Randi C. says
I love a simple BB cream with SPF (using Dr.Jart) for daytime, with a lipbalm, eyeliner, and some blush if I look a little pale.
Krista says
I think I want the tartlette palette but I’ve heard mixed reviews!! That packaging though..
Erika C says
I say thumbs up to Valentine’s Day. Love to give gifts to my family.
Heather (Rosie Areola) says
I’ve been wearing matte lips and eyes a lot recently.
steve weber says
Valentine’s Day- thumbs down.
Ann says
The snow is finally melting here.
Irene says
Hi! I’ve been enjoying your recent videos on YouTube– especially the tutorials. Keep them up! 🙂
nat ogu says
im really in love with hoziers take me to church
Ashley says
My current favorite makeup look has to be metallic, somewhat glittery eyeshadow with a modern duochrome twist. I am loving all the new shades of these kinds of shadows lately and can’t wait to experiment with them. As for my personal favorite, I love to wear a bold lip with a simple cat eye look.
Jordi says
I can read music and write computer code in a few languages, but I don’t get to do it too often!
Casey says
I’m about to graduate with a degree in atmospheric science (going on to grad school next year) – so all I do is write computer programs! 🙂
Amber says
I’m slow at reading music, but I can. I like playing guitar and keyboard and violin.
Georgia L says
I built a birdhouse in school as a kid,my one and only experience with power tools and I gave myself a nasty blood blister under my fingernail.I shudder just thinking about it D:
Heather S says
Yes I can read sheet music and a big thumbs up for the day of love…Valentines Day! 🙂
Jessie C. says
Valentine’s Day: thumbs up!
Theresa Nguyen says
Yes i can read sheet music. I once tried to build a kennel for my dog, didn’t really work out :/
Rae says
I think Tabs would be giddy about that condo. Have hubs show you how to use the tools, nothing beats the feeling of using a saw yourself the first time!
Sarah says
I can read music! My mom started me with piano lessons when I was about 4. I wanted to quit many times, but she wouldn’t let me, and now I’m grateful I stuck with it! It’s cool to be able to sit down and play through most any song (although sometimes slowly and badly).
Suzanne C says
Absolutely no to Valentine’s Day. It just seems like the flower industry, the candy industry, the jewelry industry, Hallmark, and every single restaurant got together and said “What can we use as an excuse to make people spend yet more money they don’t have?”
Michaela says
Yes I agree with you in your blog about the things you learned about makeup, snot & lipgloss don’t mix. Ha ha!
Sarah says
Currently trying to work up the courage for a career change…
Stephanie says
I can’t read music -really wish that I could. When I was a kid, I chose gymnastics classes over piano so I never had a chance to learn. I’ve thought about taking classes now.
Georgia says
I was never really into Valentines Day because I have so many horror stories of things going wrong.
Lyndsey B. says
I cannot read music 🙁
Amy Simon says
Valentine’s day – sure why not! When I was single we’d all go out and celebrate “SAD” – singles awareness day! It’s what you make of it.
Miki says
Computer program, heck no! Not my forte.
Read music … so that means music notes? No. I used to be able to.
I’m happily married, and have had a great dating life. I ain’t got no issues with Valentines. What’s not to love about love! If you don’t have a significant other, go celebrate the love of friends or family with them!
I have built pre-made furniture with power tools, but that’s about it.
I am enjoying the more natural look that’s in style now. I still do HAC, but I’m keeping my eyes simple. But I am loving dark lipsticks, which is totally a first for me! 😀
I am building up the courage for a new, very tough job.
mc says
Hi Karen, My favourite look now is just using eyeliner, blush and lipliner. Letting my skin just breathe has made it less dull. Thx!
DESPINA says
Can’t read music, but I believe I do have an ear for it – some would say a good voice, too 🙂
Rina says
I can read music a little….
K says
We had a cat run at our first rental, and our kitty loved it! Since then we’ve had 6ft fences at all our rentals, so we’ve just let him roam around the yard. He loved the cat run when we had it though, becaus it meant he could let himself out whenever he wanted (we didnt have to be at home to do the door!).
Sandy says
Oh how I wish I could read music….as then I could take piano lessons!
Lisa @ Lisa Living Well says
No, I cannot read music. I always struggled with that sort of thing in school.
Mandala says
I can read music and can play the piano. Thanks!
Emily C says
I can read music
nicole dz says
My favorite makeup look is the no makeup look, light as possible.
Suzanne G says
I give a thumbs down to Valentine’s Day as there is so much expectation and unless you are flying me to Paris for brunch it won’t impress me much.
Lizbeth Hernandez Montoya says
I put thumbs down for Valentine’s because I find it weird to be someones Valentine’s.
Tania G says
I’m currently looking for a job and I haven’t interviewed since my last job which was 12 year ago. So now I’m building up the courage for the upcoming interviews. So nervous.
Shars says
I can read music. I used to plan the piano for a while and then gave it up to invest my time in dance instead. Sometimes I wish I still played though.
lizbeth says
I think my favorite look is like a natural look.
Lauren says
We are currently planning our wedding in September, cake tasting is a coming!
Maria says
“Everybody loves somebody sometimes”……happy Valentine’s Day everyone!
Amy says
I can read music.
Terry Maigi says
I am such a sap for holidays 🙂 i LOVE Valentines Day!! Excited to spend the day with my little family!
Krystle Thomas says
I don’t really care about Valentines Day. We love each other every day!
Aviva says
I say yes to valentines day for the sake of the colour pink!
shelly peterson says
I can’t read music and Valentines Day, I could take it or leave it.
Justine Kovach says
I used to play the flute in high school and I read music, but it has been soo long ago can no longer play the notes.
Hilda says
Yes, I can read music, because I’ve been playing the piano for quite some time now.
Liz says
Valentine’s Day! Thumbs up! My fiance and I always have plans. 🙂
sarah thompson says
Would love to win this! I really want to get the new LORAC Unzipped Gold palette.
Tracy Robertson says
I will try most any color of eye shadow, but that red shadow that was trending a year or two back looked horrible on everyone, in my opinion. I couldn’t believe how many people wore it just because it was trending. I bet they are glad that is over!
Gina Bullard says
Absolutely thumbs down on Valentines day — I’ve been single forever and since my Dad passed away (he was always my best Valentine!) – I don’t have one! “Le Sigh”…. Love your blog – I get it at two email addresses!!!! : )
Princess says
Building enough courage to master the winged eyeliner look!
Melissa says
I think that condo would be loved by any cat!
Lynn says
Valentines Day…thumbs down, i don’t mind the commercialization of it, it just that it’s so cheezey.
Blanca says
Valentine’s day…thumbs down! Not a fan!
INCI says
Valentine’s Day? Currently, thumbs down. 🙂
hanh nguyen says
I have something with the power tool.
Courtney says
I’m kind of meh about Valentine’s day. I like the novelty aspect, but actually celebrating it, I take a pass.
Ms. Elise says
I say go for it on the kitty patio. My cats love being able to lounge outside in the sun, and it’s a wonderful place to put their litterboxes (no smell = huge bonus for both us and the cats, who seem to vastly prefer an outdoors litterbox).
Monica says
I just ate chinese food. And it wasn’t good.
Ana says
I been trying to find a place that sells felting wool to make animals plushies.
Rebecca says
Of course Tabs wants a studio apartment! So chic
marlena says
My fav. makeup look at the moment: no makeup! I’ve been so busy lately that I havent found the time to keep up with what is usually a long makeup routine.
Vero says
Valentine’s Day: thumbs up for me! Discounted chocolates? Count me in.
Marta says
Honestly I don’t care about Valentine’s Day
athena rutherford says
fingers crossed i win! i’ve been eyeing soem ole henriksen skincare!
Ashley says
I like Valentine’s Day! Maybe it’s over-commercialized, but it’s never a bad thing to celebrate love.
S says
Valentine’s Day can be fun
Esther says
I’m loving the lipgloss and chocolate set for valentines day at sephora!!!
Meg says
I used to be able to read music because I played violin in 4th and 5th grade lol. I kinda wish I had stuck with it!
Lisa C says
Thumbs up for Valentines day, love it!!
Nicole says
I’m meh about Valentines Day…
Latoya.O says
Yes! I can read music… I played the flute in High School 😀
Thanks for the giveaway!
Jennifer says
We’ve had over 40″ of snow just in the last 12 days. Supposed to get another 12-18″ during Sunday and Monday. I’m 5’8″ and as the snow banks keep piling up I’m starting to feel shorter.
dyan says
I wish I could read music and sing. I took viola lessons for a few months in the 4th grade, but I sucked at it and quit. I used to write lyrics and envied anyone who could sing and put music together.
Amoure says
Definitely a thumbs up for Valentine’s day. It’s one of my favorite of all the holidays. To some it’s super commercial and they say you should show people love all the time. But it’s not every day you can show someone special just how you feel and Valentine’s day allows you to do that. Whether it’s your family, friends or yourself.
Chelsea B says
I cannot read music, but I wish that I could!
Alyssa Lee says
I use to play the flute, I am still read some music.
Aenea says
Thumbs up for hearts day!
Bertha says
I’ve never been into Valentines day but my 8 year old daughter loves it (PINK!) so I try to do something for her. My husband is out of luck! 🙂
Kathie says
Valentines thumbs down! I think it’s kind of overrated, spread the love all year round! That being said I will be baking mini brownies for everyone (one filled with caramel and the other with an Oreo cookie white chocolate glaze) with pink hearts piped on top! Then again, I love an excuse to bake for my friends and family! You should see my house at Christmas cookie time!
Maren says
I have a half-ass grasp of reading music.
Jenna Osborne says
I like all the girly pink and red hearts and flowers, not gonna lie- even though I don’t have a love of my own!
Caroline says
it’s my birthday this weekend!!
Mel says
I can in fact read music – in fact I was actually a music major for a brief time many years ago.
I’ve seen some pictures of cat walkway things on Pinterest. They actually look pretty cool, if you have a significant other who’s willing to make one for you!
anissa says
both of my parents are musically talented, and both of my daughters play music also – but i, myself, do not read music nor have any musical talent. i guess it skips a generation! 😉
Nika says
I’ve always wished I could read music!
Clemence says
I can read music 🙂
Katherine says
I’m building up the courage to be ready for whatever’s going to happen next week. Let’s just say everything will depend on love and I might be moving to another country because of it! Wish me luck! 🙂
Natasha says
I’ve never built anything with power tools, because we don’t have any… but I’ve built several things with regular tools 🙂 Ikea furniture, book cases, etc.
Isabella says
I can’t read music but I can play what I listen to. When I was like 13 I played bass in a band and since I’m lazy I never really learned all the chords, just listened to the song and eventually figured out the bass line 😉
Bianca Rogoveanu says
Thumbs down for VD !
LindaLibraLoca says
I think as long As it gets some sun, I would love the condo. If I were a Tabs.
And Valentines Day is a Big thumbs down in my case.
Mardi says
Valentine’s Day – thumbs down. Commercialised crap. I don’t need a day of the year to make sure my husband and I love each other. Our tenth wedding anniversary was last week and we had a lovely dinner out and enjoyed each other’s company without buying into the card/roses/stuffed toy/overpriced theme dinner crap.
Monica says
Thanks for all your great giveaways! I don’t know how to read music
ElzaElza says
Nope, can’t read music, but wish I could!
Priscilla S. says
Valentine’s Day is overrated.
Susan Bender says
I used to not care for V day but ever since I met my husband, who is super into it, his attitude has rubbed off on me. Why not have a designated day to show people how much you love and care for them?
Trillina Palemi says
Valentine’s Day: thumbs down!!!
Stephanie says
Thumbs up for Valentine’s day. It stops us from taking our loves for granted!
Arra says
thumbs up for the Valentine’s day cause i’ll be with my husband and my daughter and we will probably go out together 🙂
Kay S says
Thumbs up for Valentine’s Day. Who says we’re only celebrating a romantic love. I give all my good friends and family chocolate on Valentine’s, and use the day to tell all the people I really care about that I love them.
y. says
used to be able to read music, not anymore
Aida says
Hmmm… I’ve used an electric screwdriver to put together Ikea furniture, does that count lol? Happy Sunday, Karen! My husband reads music, he plays guitar :).
Daraya says
I can’t read music, unfortunately! I would love to be able to though!
Kim Pincombe Cole says
Saturday was my birthday ~ so I’m in recovery mode today! And thumbs up to Valentine’s Day {another weekend to celebrate}!!
Ashleigh says
Yes, I can read music 🙂 But only for my instrument- I wouldn’t be able to match the notes with my voice since it’s not in the key of C.
Sylvia says
The kitty condo is a great idea. A friend has one that is attached to her house so the cats can go out a window and explore safely. Tabs will love it! Glad you are feeling better!
lori b says
I love trying new make up looks and colors. Nothing too bold as I am aging. lol and yeah I like valentines day 🙂
Barbara B says
Valentine’s Day thumbs up. Anything to do with candy is fine by me!
Even if you don’t have a romantic Valentine you can make someone happy with some candy.
Erin Ortiz says
I can’t read music. I had to quit the flute because I couldn’t read it and had faked my way through the entire year haha!
Jennifer says
It was mandatory to know how to read music at my elementary school even though it was just a normal public school.
S says
Valentines Day is a way for stores to make more money- I won’t reject flowers that come my way though! 🙂
Hannah says
I’ve used power tools to build trail bridges, signs, and a tool shed.
Doreena says
Hope Y’all are having a great weekend!
Kelsi says
I’m not a fan of Valentine’s Day, but I am a fan of chocolate and flowers. 😉 But really, you should show your loved ones how much you adore them every day of the year, not just on some silly commercialized holiday!
Judy says
Only February…can’t wait for march break!
Hannah says
I grew up with power tools so I’ve built lots of things, recently though my mother and I have installed three tv mounts, a medicine cabinet and are working on shelves for our cat.
Sara says
I love Valentines Day but I’m a hopeless romantic!
Sarah says
I can read music. I learned to play the piano starting at age 5.
Maria R says
I can read very basic music. I played the clarinet and the piano as a kid but nothing too complicated 🙂 Good Luck on your condo project for Tabs, it sounds like a fun idea.
Steffie says
Valentine’s Day… I am not a fan. I feel like it’s so forced. I’d rather have cute little notes or acts of love done randomly, not just on a certain because we’re told its cute. I can’t wait til it’s past Febuary 14th.
Courtney says
Taupe. Everything Taupe all over my lid, into my crease, liner…all of that taupe goodness =)
Emily says
I love Valentine’s Day because it’s my daughter’s birthday 🙂
bindu says
yup I can read music haha courtesy of wayy too many years of piano classes
Allison Downes says
My favorite makeup look is usually something more natural but I also LOVE a dramatic smokey eye.
Thank you for the nice giveaway 🙂
Leslie Kiley says
I love Valentine’s Day! I do not have a Valentine but I still love the idea!!!!
MK says
I just love a gray/sliver and black smokey eye!
Sue McKibben says
I have written many computer programs – I was a computer programmer for many years and I wrote in COBOL. As for reading music – I never learned how to do that.
lynette reynolds says
Tip for cleaning brushes. I use baby shampoo and one of the Body Shop dry beauty oils, I used the Chocomainia one and my brushes ended up cleaner, shinning more and smelling like chocolate!
Susan Christy says
Using a foundation brush has made a huge difference in how good my makeup looks.
TrippyPixie says
I can read bass clef pretty well, since I played cello for 5 years. I can read treble clef only if I remember “every good boy does fine”, and I can’t read alto clef at all.
BlackAsphodel says
Valentine’s Day is silly and an excuse for a** kissing.
Nadia Cee says
Love your blog!!
rebecca says
current fave makeup look is anything warm toned on the eyes! loving peaches and reds and burgundy
Jennifer says
Now that we have kids we focus on them too on Valentine’s Day. My husband will get me and my girls each some flowers. They love it and it makes them feel so special!
mrsshukra says
Can;t read music!
Amy says
Thumbs up for Valentine’s Day because you can always get great deals on candy 😀
Angela M. says
My fave look has been a bronze smokey eye paired with a mlbb instead of a nude lip.
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latanya says
thumbs up for valentines day
Adrienne says
I’m glad you got the camera kinks all worked out because I like the videos! Keep ’em coming, show us how you do your hair 🙂
Debbi says
This is the first year that I have had a Valentine in a long time, but still thumbs down. I would rather someone buy me flowers/show me he loves me, just because. 🙂
deborah penney says
Valentines day is definitely a thumbs up!!!! I have been married 25 yrs. and I have had 25 wonderful valentines day!
Stella Martis says
Naah I don’t celebrate Valentine’s day. Why should we do that if we can have love day everyday? lol
Lorraine says
Fave makeup look: Milani rose blush and Revlon HD LIp Lacquers. Fun Spring vibe.
Jenn says
I can read music.
Connie Zhou says
I would adopt so many cats but apparently that’s looked down on in society.
Devi Virgia Perwita says
I love music, love to play musical instruments and sing let alone dance to the rhythm, like writing anything. Cherish what I have that is my valentine every day 😀
Abby says
My favorite makeup look is a nice neutral brown/bronzy eye look with a cat eye. Natural rosy cheeks and a pinky nude lips…
Erika says
Fave makeup look lately is makeup geek foiled eyeshadow in in the spotlight, nyx mauve lipliner with mac brave lipstick on top. Lots of mascara and peachy cheek.
Jen says
I used to read music in junior high but I haven’t had a need for it since.
Lana says
I give Valentines Day a thumbs up because while my husband & I in the past fell into taking each other for granted, that’s not the case this year!!
Diane says
I bet Tabs would love an outdoor kitty condo. It would be a safe way for him to enjoy being outside. Cat daddy Jackson Galaxy (of My Cat from Hell fame) would approve!
Lori P says
I would have to say a big NO to Valentines day because it’s too commercial and if you are single and don’t have a special person…the day makes you feel like crap because it dotes on couples.
Stephanie G says
Yes, I can read music! I started playing the flute when I was in middle school.
Kimmy Ripley says
Sephora is one of my favorite places to shop! I just started experimenting with eyeliner (never used it before) and I’m loving it! Don’t know how I ever lived without it.
Myriam says
Hi Karen,
I love reading your blog it gives me a second to wind down the drama at the house with the mouses in our apartment and our cat being scared of them…
I love valentines though love should be celebrated everyday.
Here in Montreal it is -22 and snowing so I really envy your sunshine.
Hope you have a good week.
Michelle L says
I’ve had to build up my confidence for public speaking class… boy was that quite scary.
bonnie says
once upon a time I could read music, its amazing how fast you can forget things
Kristina Rodriguez says
I love the colors and designs around Valentine’s Day! <3
nlm8 says
Love a good smokey eye right now. Even for daytime!
Emma says
I’m doing my best to make 2015 a year of change and to grow much closer to being the person that I’d like to be and lead an enjoyable life. So many years of depression left me pretty apathetic about just about everything. Lately, I’ve been putting more effort into cleaning, personal hygiene, beauty regimens, exercise, education, networking, and self discovery. I still have a long way to go, but I think I’m finally moving in the right direction.
Jen Hodgen says
I am in love with the neutral palettes right now! I just bought theBalm Nude Tude palette when it was on Hautelook! Love that line – super cute packaging!
Kalee Rose says
Im going to have my first Child in only 6 weeks!!, very excited!
Janice Cooper says
I wish I could read music, but unfortunately I can’t. I did play the violin when I was a kid.
Sarah Jane Cataluña says
Valentines Day is a thumbs up. Sharing and showing your love to your special someone…
Sarah Sq. says
Yes, I can read music. I actually have a master’s degree in it. Opera to be specific 🙂
Carolyn R says
I love valentines day…I think it is a really cute holiday…especially for the kids 🙂
ashley pfeffer says
i really would love some new makeup. i have the worst luck in the world though and money is tight.
BonnieC. says
Yes, Connie, why is it that adopting lots of cats is seen as a bad thing? I’d love to rescue lots of kitties!
Estefania says
Something I’m building up the courage (and funds) to do is move out of my parents’ house!
amanda says
I like Valentine’s day–any excuse to get spoiled 🙂
Joni says
Hi karen, hope you are having a great weekend. I’ve been loving my Makeup Geek shadows, I’ve been using Creme brulee in the crease, glamorous on the lid, and cocoa bear in the outer v. with a nude highlight from a different palette!
Liz says
Valentine’s Day is nice and all, but if you can’t manage to show your love and appreciation the rest of the year, why bother?
Casey says
i learned to read music when i was in band in middle school. i can’t read in bass clef though because i played the flute.
joanne says
If only Valentine’s is taken every day, there would be peace in this world.
Alexandria says
I love make-up especially Stilla, urban decay, nars well lots can’t go to Sephora without spending to much or loving so much!!!
amy pugmire says
right now I am loving a nice contour look. I like more natural makeup but a great contour.
Johnna Quick Owens says
I would love that kind of project for my cat! As long as I knew she was absolutely safe, and yet could bask in the sun and get some exercise, I think that would be awesome. Good idea!
Stephanie says
Not a big fan of Valentine’s Day, I feel like it’s super commercial. (What the heck is a chocolate diamond???) I do like chocolate though. My mother in laws bday is on 2/17 and we are taking her to dinner on Monday 2/16. I made reservations for us and I noticed the restaurant has a special Valentine’s day menu, so I looked. They jacked the prices up almost 50%!
Manale says
Valentine’s day is just an excuse for couples who needs a specific day to celebrate their love.Why not celebrate it all year. You don’t need a specific day to show how much you love someone or to buy your loved ones a gift.
Anna says
I think Tabs would love the kitty condo! Even if it’s not that big too. My favorite makeup look right now is just natural, as easy/fast as it can be too.
sonia says
hi! Im building up the courage to open up my own makeup bar !! Im working on this project forever!
MelodyJ says
I used power tools in middle school. I took Industrial arts twice and loved it. I wish I had taken more classes in it.
CJ says
I just spent about 20 minutes trying to learn the lyrics to Young MC’s Bust A Move because of the party crashing scene in Up In The Air. And I failed.
Sara says
I live my hubby ❤️❤️❤️
Sara says
I love my hubby ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Piper says
I am single and so I don’t think about Valentine’s Day positively or negatively. I usually try to send notes to my friends and family, though.
Tori says
V day… hm. Well I guess its a nice thing, but I see it a lot as a thing for teenagers to make a big deal of! I try treat every day as valentines day with the Mr!
Kirsten says
Thumbs down to Valentine’s. Makes this single gal feel lonely.
As for the kitty condo, maybe you can fence off a section of the balcony instead of a kitty condo? Might be easier to build a square enclosure.
Wayne says
It’s 5-kitties cold out!
Nicole - Beyond the Pale and Freckled says
I did development off and on over the years in IT, last thing I wrote was a project management tool used by state department of transportation. Exciting stuff! ;D
Maria J. says
My current favorite makeup look is pretty neutral and I also like adding a pop of color to the lashline.
reem says
My current favorite makeup look is purple smokey eyes with nude lips.
Kim says
I like your kitty condo idea. My ghostie friend had an enclosure built several years ago that’s very similar. It’s on a larger scale because of her many cats but they all loved going out there to soak up the sun when she wasn’t home to keep an eye on them. They *really* live out in the sticks with tons of woods and wildlife so it gave her peace of mind. 🙂
Caitlyn says
I used to say I don’t like Valentine’s Day because I didn’t want to be disappointed when the day turned out to be a sham. I think I want a nice Valentine’s Day now!
Caitie says
I’m pretty laid back about Valentines Day. It can be fun though 🙂
cui says
I love valentines day but as I get older gifts are harder to get.
Amanda Sakovitz says
I am not looking forward to Valentines day
MollyM says
Valentine’s Day can be a great excuse for parents to get a sitter and spend some quality time together which is great, but for us it seems a bit too commercialized so we’d rather stay home and cuddle up under blankets on the couch and watch a movie at home in our p-jams! 🙂
Casey says
I look forwards to Valentines but mostly because I’ve got a big test on Friday that I look forward to being on the other side of!
Vanessa says
I made programs that did small stuff like save backup copies.
Also, affirmative to the power tools!
Megan says
I built a clock with power tools in shop class in 7th grade. Does that count?
Trude E. says
Glad you’re finally feeling better! No one I know has escaped the vicious cold/flu crap that has been going around. I’m not into V-Day at all, it just gets so contrived and generates unnecessary pressure. Plus all the restaurants go insane! I prefer to have random celebrations of my relationship throughout the year anyway. 🙂
Sarah says
I’m organizing my skincare, makeup and hair products. It’s like Christmas.
Anna says
I’ve never written a computer program, but I took an Excel class on some basics for my business major in college. I got a C-…
Natalya says
I usually go for a natural makeup look, however it still takes me about 10-20 minutes 😛
Nisha says
valentines day THUMBS DOWN lol you shouldn’t wait until this stupid holiday comes to do something special for someone
Jordan says
Valentine’s Day isn’t so bad now that I’m married and know I’ll always have a Valentine.
Joanna says
I am building up the courage to blog! Reading your posts on a daily basis is an inspiration! <3
Sarah says
I take computer science classes, so I’ve written lots of programs that do various relatively basic tasks.
Plus, I can read music- I love playing the saxophone 🙂
Christy Peeples DuBois says
Actually I can read music. I started playing the piano for our church when I was 12 or 13 but it wasn’t until I was in high school that I realized how much I enjoyed playing. Thanks for this giveaway Karen and Tabbs!!
elissa says
I’m building up the courage to tell my best friend that I am in love with him!
jessie c says
Vday is stressful, am happy who I am with but beign broke with two kids, makes it hard to spend one on one time. Vday leaves you thinking is there soemthing Worng with US?!?!
Sarah says
Thumbs-up to V-Day because it’s an excuse to have a nice dinner/night out!
Andrea Darst says
Valentine’s Day – thumbs up! Why not enjoy a day that celebrates love?!
Chelsea says
Valentine’s Day: thumbs up! Just another day to treat myself. An even bigger thumbs up to Galentine’s Day!
Kara C says
I dont celebrate a lot of holidays & the ones I do celebrate, I dont do in the traditional ways of many others.
Swati says
I program every day for my job 🙂
Michelle C. says
Thanks for this Karen! I could use a Sephora-spree!
Christabel says
I’ve never been a fan of Valentine’s Day. This is the first time in 5 years where I’ll be single and I’m loving it 🙂
Sandy says
My go to makeup look is very neutral, I play around with blush but keep everything else fairly neutral. I’m loving my new Hourglass Lighting Palette though and find myself reaching for it everyday. It just makes everything look softer when everything else is matte.
Taniya K says
Hello, hope you are doing well! My current favorite makeup look is a cool toned purple/taupe eyeshadow, usually mac’s satin taupe in the center with a darker brown in the crease. And since its winter I like to pair this look with burgundy-red lips!
Thank you so much for reading my comment!!
Good Day xx
Liz says
Hey Karen! You should totally come to Toronto and do a meetup someday! Would love to meet you 🙂
brittany says
need this!! <3
Anna says
My current favourite makeup look is a neutral eye with my new Makeup Forever eyeshadows! I have milk tea, fawn and golden fawn they really are stunning! Naturally, I have three more lined up on my wish list 😉 To make the look more interesting but comfortable I like to finish off with fresh sugar lip treatment in Tulip for some spring vibes haha *shivers*
brittany says
need this!! <3 need some new perfume!
Pearl says
I’m married and I’m voting Thumbs Down for V-day. If you are in a relationship, you don’t need a fabricated holiday to showboat that you are in love. Every day should be Valentine’s Day!!
meghan says
Thanks for the giveaway!
My favorite makeup look lately is mint green eye makeup, it’s so pretty, I can’t get enough! It is a bit too matchy matchy with my green hair so I’m going to have to take a break for a while or just change my hair color….I’ll probably just change my hair color! 😉
Emily Vergara says
So yeah I love Valentines Day even when I was single its a day to celebrate all types of Love, Love, Love
Elle Corum says
I’m searching for a good serum/skincare regimen that corrects hyper-pigmentation and acne scars, any advice?
Jennifer says
Love Valentine’s Day, always have, even when I’ve been sans boy or man 🙂
I always give my girlfriends chocolates and I always celebrate, even when I’ve been single.
Rayanna says
I think Valentine’s day can be for everyone you love. Not just couples.
Sheila Borton says
Love to win this because I never did get anything from a guy or a boyfriend.
Justine says
I can read music! I’m so excited that Pentatonix won a Grammy!
Thomas Murphy says
Thanks for the giveaway!
Stephanie says
Not a huge fan of Valentine’s day since it’s right before my birthday, making it very hard to go to a restaurant of my choice,
Tosha H says
Valentine’s is fine by me, love that chocolate!