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This giveaway is closed, and the winner has been contacted (CONGRATULATIONS, ERIN!!!), but check back next Saturday for another giveaway.
Rise and shine, pal o’ mine. It’s going to be a beautiful day!
I know this because it’s Caturday, and Caturdays are the best. 🙂
How’s it going this morning? OK, movie share time… I saw a pretty good one on iTunes last night called Z for Zachariah. It’s a post-apocalyptic thriller set after a nuclear war. A young woman (Margot Robbie) survives alone with her dog on her family’s farm in a secluded, idyllic mountain valley that was spared the fate the befell the area around it, which is now a radioactive wasteland. One day another survivor (Chiwetel Ejiofor) — the only other survivor the woman has seen in a year — happens upon the valley, and she’s overjoyed to finally have human companionship again. They start to build a life together.
Then another dude shows up (Chris Pine, aka Captain Kirk), and BOOM! — love triangle, and all hell breaks loose, haha!
It’s good though. Good science fiction.
In other news, I’m heading out to my parents’ house in a little while for a visit. I hope you’re doing something fun this weekend.
I can’t believe it’s almost September! Where did this summer go?
- One (1) MAC eGift card containing $50 sent to the winner by email (international readers, you may opt to receive $50 sent by PayPal instead).
- Enter by leaving a comment below.
- Open to U.S. and international readers.
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- Your comment can be about anything at all, but here are some ideas if you’re stuck:
- Have you ever worn a karate gi or judogi?
- Something that made you very happy this week?
- If you could shapeshift at will into your choice of three things, what would they be?
- Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale?
- Three of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen?
- Complete the sentence, “If I were a __________ I would __________.”
- One entry per person.
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- The giveaway ends on Monday, August 31, 2015 at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time). 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Remi says
… 3 things to shapeshift into, huh?
A dragon, a snow leopard, and a leopard seal.
Tiffanie says
I’m so excited for fall makeup! ???
Olivia K says
Your questions are always hilarious, if I were a cat I would lay around all day long today!
Abbie says
If I were a celebrity I would marry Jim Carrey.
Dawn says
Never worn a gi but I kinda want to!
Poppy says
My mom and my sister make me happy everyday of every week❤️
buckycatt says
K & T – After watching K’s YouTube video I must have Vamplify! Payday get here quick! Happy wknd u 2!
Agata says
I love that gif you created! Happy Caturday! My Belgian waffle and coffee on Wed made me really happy 🙂
Meghan says
Something that made me very happy this week: I had the chance to see keynote speaker Wab Kinew yesterday (thanks to my mom!) & had the best morning of reaffirmation & hope. ‘Education is the velocity that propels people out of oppression’ – it fills me with determination to do my best pursuing a master’s degree that starts on Tuesday! When I was going to university for the first time ten years ago, my dad (who passed away a few years ago) said ‘they can never take your education away from you’ but part of reconciliation is forgiveness, and seeing how everyone benefits from indigenous aboriginal education.
Liz says
Getting a facial earlier this week made me very happy. And very relaxed. 🙂
Kate says
Finishing up my first proper internship, and I’m well pumped to be getting back into the swing of things at university! Excitedly looking forwards to my second year of studying an amazing subject
Lena says
I have a whole wish list of stuff waiting to go on sale!!
Sami Chevillar says
That movie sounds really interesting! I might have to watch it sometime
Marilyn says
Ooh I’ll have to check out Z for Zachariah. It sounds like a similar plot to the show Last Man on Earth but with a dramatic flair.
Michelle says
Something that made me happy this week would be finishing up my internship for school. I needed 60 hours of internship, and I only have 2 hours left to go 🙂
Noirojos says
Umm, I kinda need to see that movie now!
Cassie says
Ready for fall makeup!!!!
adelle says
Three of the most beautiful places I have been to: Tiger’s Nest in Kingdom of Bhutan, Abu Simbel in Egypt, Lake Tekapo in New Zealand. If I can shapeshift into anything – a direwolf 😉
Allison says
Something happy? Getting a fresh haircut and products yesterday. Makes me feel like a new woman 🙂
Emily C says
I’ve been waiting for a pair of sandals to go on sale, but then my size sold out 🙁
Lauren says
I love your questions! I think I’d turn into a mermaid so I could swim, breath, and be beautiful all at once; a very pampered cat or dog so I could eat, play and sleep; and a bird to fly and be free and also avoid city traffic!
Winnie says
I’m ready to try the Vamplify collection! Those lippies look absolutely stunning!
Lisa Brown says
I would shape-shift into a raven.
Nina Perez says
Honestly with this Vamplify collection I was expecting more. There’s only one lippie I wanted to pick up from this collection.
Jess says
I’ve been waiting for a brown leather crossbody bag to go on sale. I’m hoping there will be a good labor day deal! 🙂
Emily says
I am always looking for a good sale on makeup!
nicolthepickle says
I’m waiting for a beautiful brown pair of boots to go on sale.
Amy V. says
I got my driving license this week, that made me extremely happy! ?
renu says
I sold off some dSLR lenses which I wasn’t using, much less weighing on my mind.
Rene S says
what made me happy this week: I had major surgery 3 days ago, and my family and friends have been so supportive and caring! They have helped beyond words and it makes me so happy they are in my life.
Alexandra says
– Three of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen?
Andros in Greece, Santa Monica in CA and Burj al Arab in Dubai.
P.S I can’t wait for fall! I’m so excited to start wearing warm colors again <3
Shelley says
Just when I thought I had plenty of lip gloss. . . .I saw your Vamplify review. I’d been telling myself that I wouldn’t like it because I thought it was a matte. Nope. I think I’m a goner for the coral shade. . . .
Isabella says
If I could shapeshift I would chose to be a falcon, a tiger and a flea!
Elizabeth says
I just picked up some things from the chanel fall collection yesterday! I’m in loooove! *-*
Jamie says
The most awesome thing happened on Monday. My sweet 11month old baby boy Damien said “DaDa” then held his arms up to daddy to be picked up he did this when his daddy just walked in the door after work. I’m in love with my sweet boy he’s always smiling and chasing me around the apartment. He is always making me super happy!
Lotus says
I would love to spend $50 on MAC for my birthday!
Amy says
I would love for Lush to have a sale.
Krystle says
All of the most beautiful places I have seen has been in Hawaii
ariel says
Am looking forward to fall’s make-up and clothes. Wearing boots is my favorite thing to wear as the weather turns cooler.
Sandy says
$50 to spend on MAC products…yes please! I have never worn a gi or wanted to. But my son has and I had the “pleasure” of keeping it clean. Think a 11 year old boy..ugh!
nat ogu says
i would shapeshift into a phoenix ,a dragon and a smaller version of myself for cleaning and sleuthing purposes
Laura says
I love sci fi — I will have to check out this movie you watched.
I would shape shift into a dragon, a dragon or a dragon ;)!
Summer has gone too quickly — I am so much more into spring/summer make up than fall/winter. Sigh.
xx and meow
Lydia says
Three of the most beautiful places I have ever seen are: Iguazu Falls, Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro, and the Christ the Redeemer Statue.
Maria says
I would love to see the Christ the Redeemer statue! Maybe someday!
Analy Rodriguez says
What made me happy this week was to celebrate my father’s birthday surrounded with the ones I love 🙂
Dorothy Yeung says
Thank you for hosting the giveaway! With $50 to MAC I would definitely check out the Vampify collection 🙂
Jessie C. says
Have clean skin makes very happy.
Rachel R. says
Something that made me happy this week: Hubby got us a hot tub. 🙂 Have a great Saturday!
Debora Brezoi says
3 shapefit: an eagle (so I can fly), a ferret cuz I had one and I love them. And a leopard so I can run like the wind.
A happy thing this week: it was my birthdaaaay!!
Mary W says
Something that made many, many people happy this week was that Hurricane Erika fell apart and is no longer a threat to the US as I write this. No telling what will happen tomorrow!
Jen says
Love the blog!
Ximena says
That movie sounds really interesting! I may just have to watch! Have you seen Nightcrawler yet? Oh man, thats such a good movie! Jake Gyllenhaal was such a great actor in that.
Angela says
If you ever come to St Louis – try some pizza from Pi Pizzeria!!
Aurelie Red says
3 things to shapeshift into ?
A mermaid… an eagle… and… a mouse !
Ann says
Hmmmm what would I shapeshift into? Cat, cat, or cat, lol 🙂
Have a great weekend!
P.S. Chris Pine? Yummy!!! 😉
Maria says
MAC Vamplify Lipglosses are awesome! Can I win the MAC GC so I can get some?
Bianca Rogoveanu says
Paris, Barcelona and Venice !
Kate says
Finishing up my first proper internship, and I’m well pumped to be getting back into the swing of things at university! Excitedly looking forwards to my second year of studying an amazing subject
(and I’m so sorry, I accidentally commented in reply to someone else’s comment- first time posting a comment here, I’ve always just read your blog!)
Vanessa says
This week, I was very happy that I’m living independently 🙂
Krissy says
I think my cat is afraid of the dark. He turns on lights in the middle of the night.
Kathy T says
I’m so excited for fall to come so fall makeup can happen again!!
Sarah Sq. says
Yes, I have worn a karate gi! I took lessons when I was in middle school 🙂
Lizzie says
I hope those Disney princess Vans you wrote about a few weeks ago eventually go on sale.
Anastasia T. says
My dog made me very happy this week 🙂
Anna says
I was waiting on the new Gemma Ballerina flats at J Crew to go on sale, but I finally caved and bought a pair yesterday.
susan says
I’ve been waiting for a certain camera to go on sale!
BJW says
I had lunch with a new friend this week. I suppose that made me happy. Not very happy, but it was one of the highlights of my week.
Erin says
I want to try the blue Vamplify gloss!!
Stacey says
I’m super excited for the tarte holiday set to go on sale! So pretty!
Kim says
I will have to see Z for Zachariah. I love me some Chris Pine… Although I am more a Spock girl myself. Spock was my first crush when I was a youngling. I watched “Straight Outta Compton” last night. Well, I tried to but I fell asleep. What I saw was really good! But I’m a teacher and this was my first week back and I had two hours of sleep the night before last and I just couldn’t keep my eyes open. My husband was so bummed. I will have to finish watching it another time!
LizzyLovesSatan says
something that made me happy: playing Ark: Survival Evolved! It’s so much fun 🙂
Kim Pincombe Cole says
Thanks for the movie recommendation – Z for Zachariah sounds good!!
And as far as I know, I’ve never worn a karate gi or judogi…
Tiffany says
That movie sounds very interesting. I’m binge watching Narcos on Netflix this weekend… I also just watched your Vamplify video and Tuned In looks like my kinda nude. I hope MAC makes them permanent. Have a great weekend!!
LindaLibraLoca says
Something that made me really happy this week was booking my flight for the upcoming vacation in France!
Talkerblogger says
If I would win the prize, I would’ve super happy !!
Susan T. says
I just put a birdbath up in front of my window and it is the best thing ever! The little birds are super cute when they flutter their wings to splash the water over themselves and my two cats are absolutely enthralled! P.S. Tabs told me he would like one for his yard. 😉
Andrea Darst says
I, myself, have never worn a gi, but my son was in karate for almost 10 years and wore one several days a week.
Nicole - Beyond the Pale and Freckled says
We went to the mall spur of the moment this morning because the munchkin was climbing all over the cat tree, and quite happily for once I guessed right and he had a ball in the play area and did tons of climbing and running around with the older boys that were there. And, of course, I had ulterior motives and got two samples of foundation from Sephora. Also snagged an OCC Skin Tint in Y0 on clearance at Sephora inside JCP. Why they have both in that mall I’ll never understand but I’m not complaining!
Laura says
My brand new Vera Bradley leather tote came in yesterday. That made me really happy 🙂
Nicole says
If I were a tattoo artist I would be Kat Von D!! (:
Heather L says
I’ve been waiting for everything to go on sale at Sephora in the VIB November sale! And don’t even get me started on Black Friday…! I have been known to “camp out” over 24 hours at Best Buy!
KK says
I would shape shift into an Alpaca baby, a Sloth, or a cloud!
maria says
You’ve made me want to see that movie now
roz says
I’ve been waiting for some shoes to go on sale, and as soon as they do they are mine
Ruta says
Chiwetel Ejiofor? And I get bummed when people can’t pronounce my surname. His has to be way worse I’d say. Bet the principal mispronounced his name at graduation too. Was mildly awkward on my end when that happened 😀
And if I could shape-shift into three things… A cat for cozy days. The Siberian kind like the one we had when I was smaller that used to hunt my ankles cause she thought it was hilarious. A jaguar for getting about and feeling safe and graceful. And possibly a horse, a mustang. I’ve been watching Heartland lately and it’s reminded me how magical horses are.
Meena says
Fall – burgundy lips, gold eyes
BlackAsphodel says
If you could shapeshift at will into your choice of three things, what would they be? Luna from Sailor Moon, ’cause black cats are mysterious and she’s basically a human in cat form.
Erin says
Excited for fall, but don’t want the summer weather to end!!
Amanda Villarreal says
I can’t wait to try out Vamplify! Every color looks amazing! 🙂
Erin says
I have this week and most of next week off from work, so that is making me very happy!!
Thanks for the giveaway! It would be a great time to win this cause I’m loving those Vamplify glosses!
Crystal says
Brand new stationery made me so happy this week! I don’t know what it is about it but I’ve always loved pens and pretty papers. Especially Korean/Japanese stationery. I miss being able to pop into one of those stationery stores and spend way too much time looking at and swooning over all the pens, paper, and stickers with all these cute little characters. You know what, I’m going to google it and maybe indulge in some nostalgia!
Danielle Nantau says
Thank goodness fall is coming! Way excited for gold eyeshadows and dark lips! Don’t forget the black nailpolish, woo!
Makyla says
I always wait for Sephora’s winter sale to snag a new palette at a discount. This year I’m eyeing the Naked Smoky and Kat Von D Shade and Light. Thanks for another giveaway, Karen! Have a great weekend, and God Bless!
Gisselle De La Cruz says
X O.Something that made me smile this week was finding out that my pregnancy concerns were true! 🙂 I am exactly one month pregnant as of today. I know its going to be a long pregnancy but knowing my deployed navy man will be back before my baby’s birth makes me happier! Have a blessed week
Al says
Thanks for the giveaway, Karen! 🙂
Isabel V says
A couple of things that made me happy this week…I got a raise at work, and I got an order of ColourPop eyeshadows in the mail! I ordered a truckload of neutral/shimmery lid shades and I’m stoked to try them out!!! And if I could shapeshift into 3 things, I’d choose: a burly dude (so I could walk around the city at night without the worry of getting jumped), a bird (so I could skip traffic and fly wherever I needed to go), and a Pegasus (because why not?!).
Barbara B says
Something that made me happy this week was being on staycation! No work for eight days straight!!
Kris says
3 things that made me happy this week…my puppy’s torn ACL is healing on it’s own and won’t need surgery, taking a nice long walk on a beautiful Caturday morning, my cat slept with me under the covers and kept kneading by belly until she fell asleep 🙂
Michelle B. says
Can’t wait for fall makeup!!! ☺
Laurinha says
Hi Karen, have a Nice weekend!
Anastassia says
I was waiting for a pair of shoes to go on sale but I bought another pair instead.
Lynn T. says
I have been waiting for a lot of things to go on sale like hunter rain boots and travel bags
Cindy says
Something that made me happy? It was my birthday this week and my brother gave me an Apple gift card for a new phone. It’s high time to dump my iPhone 5, going to wait for the new ones to come out. I’m also waiting for a certain pair of FitFlop shoes to go on sale on their website (I’ve had multiple injuries in my left foot, plus I have flat feet and those are really the only brand shoes I want to wear). Amazing how all of the weird colors that would sit in my closet unworn are 50% off but the black ones are still full price, ugh.
Kalli says
There is an indie perfume and bath product shop that I buy from online (Haus of Gloi) and they are releasing their fall scents tomorrow afternoon and I’m so excited! I know what I’m going to get, but I have to act fast because they have a huge following and stuff sells out quick.
Karen says
Three of the most beautiful places I have seen…..Florence, Yellowstone National Park (off the beaten track, of course) and the Black Forest in Germany.
Lynda says
never done karate
Deb K says
Something that made me happy thins week is that my daughter stopped over with my granddaughter.
Trillina Palemi says
I never wore karate gi or judogi 🙂
Dee says
I would shape shift into an eagle so that I could fly! 🙂
Kalli Melia says
I’m happy because I will finally move in with the boyfriend in a couple of days!
Nicole says
I’m always waiting for something to go on sale. =)
olayinka hannah says
If I was the sun,I would rise so early in d morning,shine on my loved ones and wish them a beautiful day
Sharon says
Recent thing that made me happy is my brother got a full scholarship to his dream university so am super happy about that!!I’ve also been putting some stuff in the shopping cart at Bobbi brown. You know the deal…you put stuff in your cart, remove them, put them back in….I just need to pull the trigger and BUY EVERYTHING! Lol!
Carolyn M says
Something that made me very happy this week is finding an amazing deal on a cat toy that I wanted! =^.^=
Jennifer says
My kids having a great week at school made me happy.
Tracy Robertson says
Speaking of movies, I saw Sinister 2 this week and I don’t think I want to see horror movies anymore. I love being scared and things that make you scream at the movies, but I hate grotesque torture scenes. I like the old scary movies like Psycho and I love the concept of creepy movies, but when I see people just being brutally treated and it’s like they want to see how shocking they can be, I am really turned off.
Denay says
If I were a season I would be spring!
Lisa Foster says
I used to take Aikido lessons, and we wore a gi for that. There is something about wearing a gi that makes you feel like a badass!
Jennifer santos says
This week I am grateful, I got a new home and it’s everything I wished for! There is no better feeling when things fall into place, I am blessed….
This week I will be putting together my beauty room, and I am so excited!
Kecia S. says
I’ve never worn a gi, but I did wear a dobok when I studied hapkido for 8 months.
brenda disimone says
Right now i am wearing whim polish called in love with love
Miriam M says
I’m cleaning my closet this Caturday. Boo!!!
Karina says
• Have you ever worn a karate gi or judogi?
Gah, yes! I did judo when I was 10 or 11 for like 3 years!
• Something that made you very happy this week?
The chicken tacos I made on Monday. So much good.
• Three of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen?
Quinta da Regaleira – Sintra, Portugal, it’s a wonderful place full of hidden treasures; The sight of the greatest restaurant with the greatest Portuguese custard tarts I’ve ever had in Portugal (Pastéis de Belém); Basel’s city hall. It’s wonderfully colorful!
• Complete the sentence, “If I were a __________ I would __________.”
If I were an employed person I would buy the leather bag I’ve had my eyes on for the longest time.
Jessica says
I’m happy for my family and their health. My boyfriend just got into his second car accident this month. Thank goodness the person was able to stop a little before hitting his car. The other driver was texting and driving:( just a reminder for me to stop doing that completely. Sometimes I will look at my phone at the stoplight with my son in the car and my son always reminds me not to!! I’m going to start leaving my phone in the back seat in my purse!
Icequeen81 says
If you could shapeshift at will into your choice of three things, what would they be?
a ghost
a werewolf
a vampire 🙂
Number 4 or a sexy shape shifting black cat : I made once a costume of an hybrid of a black cat and a vampire was coool 🙂
Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale?
I always wait for sale
hehehe but is not always the case
Ummm Steam cream , china glaze liquid Leather if was able to find it here, and those platform ballerinas shoes I want 🙂
also not available here, Harvey prince Ageless 🙂 also not available over here
Amoure says
Happy Saturday Karen,
Not a bad weekend although mother nature has me down like a wounded soldier so I’m not really doing too much. Had a really good phone call though which seemed to add an extra inch to my already smiling face.
Denise S says
The bakery in my local supermarket has hot, fresh, apple spice donuts. That made me very happy.
Princess says
If I won this contest, I would be one happy gal!
Sylvia says
Today has been a good combination of fun productivity around the house. Tomorrow will be all fun.
Emily L. says
If I could shapeshift at will into my choice of three things, I choose some sort of eagle, a tiger, and a grey wolf.
Bertha says
I’m waiting for a GAP coupon code that actually works on jeans! I get 30-40% off coupons constantly and they always exclude jeans which is the only thing I want to buy! Infuriating!
Lancelot Ottley says
I got a promotion at work this week.
Brwnfruit says
I was able to sleep in today! I never thought of shape shifting, if I could, maybe a prima ballerina 🙂
Sarah W says
I own a gi! Years ago, I actually got my black belt
Ruth says
after years of going to college part time, i’m gonna graduate this december!
Lesia says
I am so glad that I found your blog. It is so fun, informative, upbeat and engaging. I especially love the kitty cat influences being a cat lover myself. I would love to shapeshift into a butterfly, a tiger and a cloud.
Amber says
I FINALLY purchased a road bike!! I’ve wanted one for literally years! I’m incredibly excited every time I take it for a spin. It makes me feel like a kid, again!! (BIG SMILE)
Terri says
Something that made me very happy this week was that it was the first week of classes. It is always exciting to see the students on campus again!
Illy Junus says
Happy Caturday, what made me happy this week, i already plan the whole week for fun day with my son
gabis says
One thing that made me happy this week was the fancy lunch I had on Friday which included a steak ravioli with gruyère sauce, profiteroles filled with chocolate for dessert and a Nespresso for good measure xD
Deb says
Going out with my husband made me very happy this week!
Olivia M says
ooh, really love the gif you made!
Hilary says
I’m excited for fall! Ready for boots, sweaters, and pumpkin!
mrsshukra says
Way back in college, I wore a gi!
gina B. says
If I were an angel I’d totally go see my dad and give him all kinds of love!!!! I know that doesn’t quite fit, but that’s how I felt!! It’s been over 5 years and I still miss him so much!!!
Marisa says
I’ve been waiting for Glam Polish to go on sale for 8 months and counting 🙁 But I just know the minute after I cave everything will go on clearance, gahh!
Lori P says
I would shapeshift into either a white Siberian tiger, a peregrine falcon or a dolphin
Tania G says
That movie sounds interesting. Must check it out. I also can’t believe it’s almost September. over here it feels like September already. So sad for the summer to be over. our winters are long and cold. not looking forward to it.
Susan Parker says
I will never forget my trip to Thailand. The beauty, both natural and man-made, is breathtaking. The people are friendly and humble. They are truly proud of their monarchy and take pride in speaking of their king. What I found heartbreaking however was the extreme poverty in which much of the population lives. I hope to return one day but until then I have wonderful memories.
Alix says
Not only have I worn a karate gi, I’ve achieved the rank of first-degree black belt!
Erika says
Three most beautiful places I’ve been to:
Italy, Yosemite, and Belize
Karen o says
I need to win this
Wayne says
I want a cookie. 🙂
Vanessa says
I am happy it is the weekend!
richelle bowers says
I just found out I get a lower interest rate on my mortgage
Cathy says
My cats and my husband make me happy every week!
Kathy Smith-Woodcock says
My happiest moment this week was spending the night alone with my beautiful white cat Bianaca – husband and son were gone on an avernight fishing trip, it was awesome, just the two of us.
Katie says
I am waiting for a fabulous pair of FRYE boots to go on sale!
Ding Yuncin says
If I were a blogger, I would let you win the prize! 😛
Joselyn Hernandez says
Babysitting 2 cats has been very interesting this week!
Erika says
Realizing that I had 2 episodes of Bachelor in Paradise taped on DVR after returning from a trip made me happy! #guiltymompleasure
christine says
I was very happy this weekend because I got to spend a lot of quality time with my boyfriend!
Heather G says
Something that made me happy this weekend is finally moving a BIG step closer to purchasing a house!
tugce says
Hi Karen! I love that the weather is getting cooler so I can worry less about makeup smudging on my face!
Alana Martinez says
Best part of the week, my grandpa was given a clean bill of health!
Larissa says
If I could shapeshift into 3 things it would be a dog, pikachu, and a bird.
Micaela says
I am so excited for this fall, I’m going to be having my baby in less than 2 weeks!! Time for some new makeup to celebrate, lol.
Karla R. says
I got to see my girlfriends this week and that made me happy.
Amy Q says
I’m really excited to use the dry shampoo I just bought.
Eileen says
I wait for everything to go on sale using Shoptagr.
Jennifer says
Spending time with my husband hanging out by the pool in the beautiful weather this week made me happy. He’s a teacher and school starts next week.
Carolyn Rubin says
This would be perfect. I’m getting married in October and need some good makeup for all of the pictures that will be taken
Maria says
Hi Karen,
I am new around here and just wanted to say that I have been enjoying your witty reviews 🙂
Vee says
-Something that made you very happy this week?
When my grandma told me to turn on “FaceTube” instead of Youtube or Facebook!
Amy Z. says
I just tried Cerave cream and I like the texture.
Julie says
Three of the most beautiful things I have ever seen: the southern coast of Albania, the Hagia Sofia, and Lake Michigan frozen over in winter.
Michelle says
I’m a marvel nerd….although I’m not caught up yet…I still haven’t watched avengers 2 ??
Lee says
Actually, I’m grateful that I had the courage this week to leave a job that was a hostile work environment.
Chelsea says
Turning in the keys for our old place made me very happy! That house is now behind us.
Amelia says
I have been waiting on this beautiful leather jacket from Zara to go on sale, I might just have to splurge 😉
Tina Stoltman says
Spending the evening looking at swatches of mac eye shadows trying to decide which ones to get for my first mac purchase and stumbled upon this give away. Would be awesome to win this.
genesis says
Hi Karen, seeing my nephew play his first soccer game. Made me very happy! I’m a soccer aunty ????
Alexandra says
Three of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen: Cape Town (South Africa), Stockholm (Sweden) and Rome (Italy)
Hanna says
My baby said “I love you” for the first time this week. It made me very happy, so would a MAC giftcard lol.
Rabyia Ahmed says
Finally bought Champaign Pop after weeks of lusting over it (and deciding whether or not I really need another highlighter!). SO siked to receive it in the mail and use it. Btw, love your posts. Whenever I want to see reviews or swatches on something, I always try to stop by here. We are very similar skin tones, so you’re wonderful to use as a reference! Thank you for all you do. Like for reals :).
Charlotte says
If I were a god, I would sheet done.
Maren says
I wore a gi long ago…
Kelly says
Three of the prettiest places I’ve ever been:
1.) New York City. It’s so busy and full of life, I just love it there! From Broadway to Central Park to Wall Street to Little Italy, there is just SO much going on. Everytime I visit, I stop at either the Met, MoMA, or Guggenheim, and grab a burger, fries, and a shake from Shake Shack. It’s like the East Coast version of In-N-Out, but SOOOOO much better. Seriously though, NYC is such an urban beauty.
2.) Queen Creek, Arizona. While I absolutely hate the heat, Arizona is just gorgeous once the sun starts to go down. The sky looks like a painting, and you can see so many stars. That definitely doesn’t happen in SoCal!
3.) Catalina. It’s been a few years since I’ve been, but it’s definitely one of the prettiest places I’ve ever seen. The waters are crystal clear, you can see the bright orange garibaldis swimming below the surface. Whales can be seen off the coast, and occasionally a shark or two. Just lovely!
Teresa says
Can’t wait for holiday sets!
Kayla Richards says
TWO things made me really happy this week: #1 – I saw this amazing story on Facebook about this nice guy who, rather than giving money, invited a homeless man to grab a bite to eat with him. They took selfies together, and shared very interesting convo’s, and after their meal was over, this nice guy took the homeless man to Ross and purchased him a new outfit and underclothes. This story makes my heart SMILE <3 really renews my faith in humanity. #2 – I am a florist for a big chain, and one of our sister stores was a having a very important corporate visit. It was so sudden, and this store needed help setting up displays, so I worked over night (15 hours total for the day waaaa!!!) to get the department up and ready. The floral manager I was helping is a single mother who works a second job to make ends meet. When the floral manager came in to work, she was met with a picture perfect department… I had so much fun doing the work, and I was so happy to be able to help her. <3 <3 <3
Deanna says
I’m waiting for a good sale on an ice cream maker.
Darren Rae says
Ready for fall makeup!!!!
Lena says
I’m waiting for Jord watches to go on a sale, I really want one!
Soph Schrader says
You’re the sweetest! Three of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen are the Amalfi coast of Italy, Charleston & I really can’t help the happiness I feel on the greenbelt of Austin!
Gvenda says
I’m really really really waiting for L’oreal infallible Pro-Matte foundation to go on sale because it just showed up in my country and is quite expensive but I’ve been dying to try it for a while now.
Shumaila says
I have visited these 3 beautiful n adorable places in Pakistan such as Murre,Swat n Abbotabad.
claudia says
What made me happy was to be with family walk around and go to the beach
Traci Shaw says
The most amazing and beautiful thing I have ever seen is the bioluminescent bay in St. John. Montreal is the most beautiful city I have ever visited. Glacier Park in Montana is the most beautiful sight of nature I have ever seen. :). The world is amazing and there’s so much beauty left for me to see. I’m sure my top three will change in my lifetime.
Aeris says
I’ve just bought a new TV yesterday! And I’m really happy about it! It’s wider and the quality of the image is way better than what I had before!
Nathalia says
Three of the prettiest places I’ve ever been: the Azores (just google it, it’s amazing), Venice (the Italian original, please), and Ethiopia (yep, it’s a jaw-dropping gorgeous country).
Juanita says
if I could do it all over again, I would have a different profession .
Laura says
Hi Karen,
Most beautiful places up to now are Petra, in Jordan, Perigord in France and Assos in Turkey.
All the best,
Laura
Maria says
If I were a unicorn I would be awesome!! 😉
kerry says
Loving this beautyblog!! So glad I discovered it!
Jana says
Yesterday I bought my very first DSLR camera so that was very exciting! Tomorrow is my birthday so this is basically a very happy week!
Andrew says
Happy early birthday, Jana! Enjoy your new camera :).
Kim D says
If I could shapeshift into three animals it would be a hedgehog, a bird, and a lion.
Lulubelle says
Hmmm, three of the most beautiful places/things I’ve ever seen are the Blue Ridge Mountains in NC at dawn, the gardens at Versailles, and the color of the water in St. Maarten.
Justine says
I did a double-take when I saw this post categorized as Givenchy!
Rhoda K says
I can’t believe it’s almost September either – though I am excited for autumnal colours. 😀
Andrew says
I JUST FINISHED MY PHYSICS HOMEWORK!
Sorry, I felt the need to scream it though because I’d been dreading it for days. But once I got started and kept a positive attitude, I was done in no time!
Anyway, how you’re having a great day pretty lady and give Tabs a belly rub for me please!
Sienna says
I’m so excited for cooler weather- boots and scarves!
Coline T. says
The three of the most beautiful places/things I’ve ever seen are the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, the cedars of Bsharre in Lebanon and the Kadisha valley down to the Mediterranean sea 🙂
Samia Tabassum says
Want to try some new eyeshadows..
Meg says
Not exactly to go on sale, but I’ve been waiting for the Anastasia highlighters to launch and their website has been down, so that’s a bummer!
Elena says
Kind of a hectic week for me but taking my dog to the park made me happy. We went a few times actually and it is a nice little escape!
I think if I could shapeshift at will, I would change into a crow, a wolf and a cat. That way I could fly, and I am pretty sure as a wolf I could communicate with my dog since he looks like one lol…and as a cat I could sneak around and blend in with humans!
Lucy Nguyen says
I have worn a karate gi since I took a class during my college.
Aviva says
I want to buy some brushes!
alice says
I was very happy to have figured out a shortcut for a task at work. Suffice it to say it involved some excel wizardry. I know that sounds boring but it seriously saveed me HOURS of work and it made the boss happy. YAY!
Yari says
I’ve been waiting for these burgundy loafers from gh bass to go on sale! They are perfect for the fall and double up as great shoes for interviews! I’m super excited for these vamplify lipgloss we because I have dry lips and I can finally wear reds without a ton of work! Pick me please 🙂
Ps I’m also obsessed with the coral shade you are wearing in your video!
Dhavi says
What made me happy this week was seeing my little one graduate from preschool.
Ashleigh says
Something that made me very happy this week was wine tasting with friends yesterday and seeing hot air balloons! 🙂
Catalina says
I’m waiting for fringe boots to go on sale
Kristin K says
I’m about to be an aunt for the second time, and I can hardly wait!!! I am sure that my sister is pretty eager as well! I think this one is going to be big!!! I love my nephew, and nephew-to-be already…and am eager for one’s first day at kindergarten, and for the other to arrive!
Alona Y says
I have worn a karate gi! I took a beginners class in college and discovered how completely clumsy I am!
Marjolaine says
Hello Karen !
Fist comment for me ! I could fill in easily one of your suggestions : If I were bilingual, I would leave comments more often here. I’m a little bit lazy… But It’s quite an effort to read in English. Thanks for all your reviews : I can’t find such a choice on French blogs unfortunately. Cross my finger because Mac is one of my favourite brand for make up.
Good night !
Bayley says
I’m excited for the fall candles to go on sale at Yankee Candle!! Fall is the best season by far.
PoetrysTruth says
The kiddos are going back to school tomorrow. I’m excited and sad…excited they won’t be home all day eating everything in sight and sad we are now back on the homework grind. Booooo. I have an advanced degree but mama ain’t smarter than a 5th grader (now have a 11th and 8th grader). Homework is HARD! *sad face*
Martyna says
What made ma happy this week? I am 100 % sure that the suprise which my brother and his wife made me. They got married on friday, the day when I turned 21. Despite the fact, that it was their special day, their wedding day, They also remember about me. They know that the birthday is really special day for me, and all guests and they were singing to me “Happy birthday” and gave me really special gift 🙂 Believe me, it really moved me, literally I was crying so much, because I didn’t think that they will remember about it. Despite the fact that I was crying (lol) I was really happy.
And If i were very rich for just one day I would donate a really big amount of money for poor dogs, cats and animals shelter and also for poor children 🙁
Audrey says
Good questions! 3 of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen- if in person, since I haven’t traveled much outside the US, I’d have to say the beaches in Florida, the mountains in North Carolina and the Grand Canyon.
Shelly says
Taking my giant German Shepherd to the river so he could be Frogman UDT! made me very happy this week. He loves to swim!
frostylids says
Something that made you very happy this week?
My boss gave me a great compliment and I had a great Saturday, just leisurely cooking for the week and then an early dinner with a movie.
Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale?
Sephora’s sale!
Three of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen?
Hawaii, Virginia and driving through the Midwest. I just love the farming towns, the rolling hills, plains, desert backdrops the Americana.
Sofia says
Something that made me happy this week was seeing a friend after a long time.. There is nothing better than seeing someone you love after a long year! So that actually made me so so happy, also enjoying what its left of summer!
Kelly Kimmell says
Three of the most beautiful places I have ever seen are: Table Rock Park in South Carolina, Superstition Mountains in Arizona & Cumberland Falls in Kentucky.
Deretta says
I very happily turned 60 yesterday, and did it wearing Nars red lipstick to my party!
Sarah says
I’ve worn a karate gi before… I used to train in Karate!
Erin Ortiz says
Three of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen are Turtle Island off of St. Martin, Alaska, and the coasts of Ireland.
JBH says
Thanks for the great giveaway! Hope you have many more worldwide giveaways for your international readers. You have a great day!!!
V says
Here goes nothing…
Cyndi says
The thing that made me the happiest was standing up for my sister-in-law and brother-in-laws wedding yesterday!!! It was a beautiful day!!!
Genesis says
This week, after years of searching, I finally found a cleanser that doesn’t make me break out!
Maria K says
Girl I just used TF Cocoa Mirage a few days ago for the first time! It’s incredible. Looks like actual silk on my lids, and makes my lid lines look less noticeable
Anya says
You said anything, so.. I’m making miniature chicken pot pies for dinner tonight. Can’t wait to eat them, hehe. They’ll wreck my diet.
Amberajohnson89@gmail.com says
I’ve been stalking all my usual stores for fall clothes…starting to get antsy for the season change!
Louanne Baelde says
Something that made me super happy this week is when my children and grandchildren came to visit!
Anne-Marie says
Getting back home after an awesome but exhausting trip to London. My feet praised me for letting them rest.
Natalie says
I have been waiting for a laptop with the i5 processor and quick speed to go on sale. My computer is as slow as molasses.
Lani Glass says
That movie sounds great! I will definitely have to check it out (especially for the Chris Pine factor).
This morning I’m happy that I dragged my butt out the door to get my eldest child to kindy – I’ve had the flu for three weeks and I’m such a zombie, I’ll take these small victories where I can!
Clemence says
I am not quite ready to accept that fall is coming haha 🙂
S says
I love fall make up and Mac!
Analia says
My boys make me happy everyday, and make me feel younger…!!;p
Karla says
New nail polish made me super duper happy this week! 🙂
Lisa says
I’m waiting for the Sephora Friends and a Family sale in November! I have my list ready!
Susan Christy says
Three of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen = Switzerland, Italy and Colorado.
Wendy@BlushandBarbells says
My workouts made me happy this week!
Johnna Quick Owens says
I am excited for the new fall makeup, loving the MAC Vamplify and the LA Splash colors “inspired” by Harry Potter. Gotta get me some of that!
cel says
One thing that made me happy this week is that I’ve somewhat convinced my thesis adviser about my topic! Haha which sounds a little bit sad, but it’s progress!
Maddie says
I’m curious about the Vamplify glosses. They look nice.
Edmond says
OMG, my meditation joys me this week. Divine. Wow, prize paypal gc is fab. & splendid. 2 fingers snap. It is tight, fly & off the chain. Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generosity. 🙂 Pick me, pick me! Dear Santa: I’ve been nice. My X-Mas wish this year is to win this contest. Starving artist here desperately needs the gc to shop and eat. A life changing exp.
Valerie C. says
My daughter’s birthday is the 31st!! I may be more excited than she is 🙂 That 36 hour labor was so worth it.
Monica says
Something that made me happy this week… realizing we’re almost into the fall season – my favorite!
Jess says
Something that made me happy this week: realizing we’re almost into September, which means fall, which means it’s slightly more acceptable to be obsessing over Holiday 2015 palettes 🙂
michelle says
I’ve been waiting forever for the rag & bone harrow booties to go on sale. I saw them on the outnet for 50% off but they were sold out 🙁
Yunie Henoek says
My loot from Tarte has arrived! Cant wait to try their Lipsurgence!
Sara says
I really want to try the new Vamplify lipsticks! Waiting for them to appear in stores….
Rachel Soto says
Hi Karen. Nothing exciting to share except that it’s 9:15 pm Sunday night and I’m sitting on highway 101 waiting for road construction. Been here for 25 minutes. Just want to get to my hotel room and get some sleep. Did I mention it’s the last night of my vacation/drive to So Cal from Oregon? Checking your blog is helping pass the time! 🙂
maria says
I I love MAC!!
Marisela Bennett says
If I were a Bird I would fly to the all of the most beautiful parts of the world.
Cherie says
Something that made me happy ….cooking with my husband. We made the best homemade pizza together, dough, sauce, good toppings…love the little pleasures.
Barbara says
Thank you for another great contest!! Something that made me happy: dinner and a Dodgers baseball game with my husband, and a new order arriving from Amazon. My favorite beautiful place: The Taj Mahal!
Kiki says
I just finish a tube of liquid lipstick… Soooo happy.. I forgot when was the last time I finished a lipstick LOL..
Prissy V says
Being able to finally talk to my bff Danny for the first time in WEEKS made me a very happy girl this week!!
BooBooNinja says
I posted my first Instagram video tonight. It’s of my kitty, of course. @ boobooninja if you’re interested. 😀
Vanna says
Having a good hair day today made me ridiculously happy because they’re so hard to come by!!
Astrild says
Yes, I worn a judogi when I was a kid. I wasn’t very good at judo so I left it as soon as I could.
Aenea says
I have been waiting forever for the sale prices to go lower! The sales start from 20% off, then 30, until it becomes 75. But it’s been months now and it hasn’t dropped to 75. 75% off is reason enough to go cray cray on shopping.
Katherine says
The three most beautiful places I’ve been to are Bastei in Germany, Capri Island in Italy and Coron Island in the Philippines. 😀
Stephanie says
It made me very happy that next weekend is a four day weekend for both me and my husband. I really need a few extra days off.
Lauren Wieland says
I’m waiting for the Ulta 21 days of beauty sale to stock up on some tarte mascara!
Andreea Dumitru says
I was happy to get a kiss from my 2 years old daughter this week.
Christina says
I love your blog!
Rachel says
While I love fall makeup, I so don’t want to let go of summer yet!
Trude says
My brother and I did karate very briefly when we were little…the photos of two little blonde kids in their too-big gi’s are adorable. 🙂
Hope you had fun with your parents, I saw mine too for my mom’s birthday.
Blushstopshere says
I have never worn a karate gi.
Sara says
The new Taylor Swift music video actually! It was gorgeously done.
Crystal Porter says
It’s berry season out this way. I’m going to go outside soon and pick some blueberries and check on the blackberries because I think some of them are ready too. They don’t usually overlap like this too. Thanks for the giveaway, by the way. I really love MAC products. Have a great day!
Alyssa Lee says
My best friend… aka my boyfriend. He is just amazing.
Van Vo says
Wearing a new coral lipstick made me oh so happy today!
indayluvs says
I’m currently testing products out for my much anticipated trip to the Philippines in January but I have a feeling I won’t be wearing anything but sunscreen once I’m actually there! The heat and humidity ? LoL
Kathleen says
I’ve been shopping the summer clearance at both CVS and Rite Aid recently! Found bags of charcoal for only $1.24!!! Gonna have a lot of BBQs soon lol!!
annalisa says
something that made me happy: went on a little shopping spree for clothes, which I haven’t treated myself to in a very long time! =)
Margaret says
I want the entire MAC Vamplify collection! 😀
Jordan says
I’m waiting for the fall edition of 21 days of beauty.
Elizabeth R says
I’m happy today cause it is Monday and almost the start of fall, my favourite time of year!
Melinda says
Something that made me happy this week: the nap I took with my cat yesterday 🙂 he was sprawled out like a human and we spooned all day lol
LINDA says
My dog made me SUPER happy this week. He’s a nut! =D
Marie says
If I could shapeshift it would be either into a hawk, leopard or a dog.
Bee says
Karennnn… did you see MAC’s new foundation and the new liquid lipsticks!!!!
I’m so excited! please tabby- make me win!
Sherry says
Something that made me happy this past week was the weather. We had a couple days of nice fall like weather. So excited for the fall!
Sabzi says
Every Monday should end with Ben&Jerry’s ice cream, Mondays are rough.
Elizabeth says
Something that made me happy this past week was a music festival I went to in my hometown! Dancing all night long <3
Danyelle says
Something that made me happy this week- my best friend got married, it was the perfect day!
Jayasree says
I love reading your reviews and swatches
Nikki says
Something that made you very happy this week? We bought a house! yay!!! 🙂 🙂
Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale? Yes, all of MAC products 🙂
Pamela Haddad says
I have never heard of that movie, so now I’m gonna have to check it out. Have fun visiting the fam!
Courtney says
My son learned to stand!
Brooklynn says
I just got a call for a new job that I waited over two weeks to hear about!
Lyse Davitt says
Yes! I have been stalking a gorgeous watch, but it is just too expensive. When it goes on sale it will be mine.
SL says
Something that made me happy? I’m not nauseous today! I’ve been sick and having morning sickness for 11 weeks basically since I found out I’m pregnant 🙂
Kirstren says
Have you ever worn a karate gi or judogi? No. I think they look comfortable, though what they represent is beyond my abilities.
Something that made you very happy this week? My neighbor paid me some money she owed me. I wasn’t sure I’d see it.
If you could shapeshift at will into your choice of three things, what would they be? A mouse, an elephant and an eagle.
Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale? Yes! An etsy necklace, but I’m not sure it will. I keep checking it though.
Three of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen? The coral reefs of Hawaii, California sunsets and the night sky in the desert.
Complete the sentence, “If I were a CEO I would support a lot of charities.”
F says
I don’t need to shapeshift.. I have polyjuice potion
ray says
Hi!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cathy Oppedisano says
Certain things that I want to buy don’t go on sale so I end up spending regular price for those special items.
Kristen says
I would want to shapeshift into a black leopard, a cat, or a mermaid.
Hazel says
If I could shape shift into something else one would be a dragon but I wouldn’t want to breathe fire, I think glitter would be fun for a day, on another day I would shape shift into a Dolphin and spend the day just being part of their little family, find hidden places in the ocean to play. and third I would shape shift into aa Fairy just so I could make a childs believe in magic come to life. It would be fun to bring a smileto their face.
Tammy says
So glad I discovered you thru a link Glamorable posted awhile ago. ♡♡♡
anne says
I am excited to put on those sweaters I’ve been missing all summer.
Alejandra says
I’ve been waiting for the Naked palette to be on sale, one day, one day… or…. Sephora VIB sale! wohoo!
Janey says
Something that made me happy this week? School is back in session. Hallelujah and hot damn!
brittany says
i love perfume!
Mahreen says
Summer went by way too fast but I absolutely love fall everything is just so beautifull about it. I am very excited for all the leaves to change color, it will never get old.
CARLA says
I am impatiently waiting for the new Urban Decay Vice palette to go on sale. It’s perfect!
Ingrid says
I would shapeshift into a mermaid, a zebra or an owl, just because they are are 3 of my favorite things!
Lisa C says
Three of the most beautiful places I’ve seen– Swiss Alps, NC mountains and the Florida Keys!!!
Allison Kiste says
I’m waiting for winter baby clothes to come out. My little one is 4 months and we are about to take him up north to see snow. Being a Florida native, this is exciting as well as terrifying. We will need to bundle up indeed.
Piroska says
Being with my little granddaughter on her 2nd birthday on Friday, made me over-the-moon happy. :o)
Yesenya says
3 of the most beautiful places I have been too: Guayaquil, Barcelona, Paris
Susan C. says
I’m waiting for everything to go on sale!
em says
I’ve worn a gi for about 5 years
Maggie says
Three of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen:
1. Alaska. I actually live in the Northwest with the ocean, the forest, rivers and mountains and have been warned that the weather in Alaska is similar to my hometown–I didn’t expect to be impressed. I WAS. Jaw-dropping gorgeous views every time I looked up from my book while I lounged out on the chairs (I was on a cruise boat). It was amazing and I’ll never forget for as long as I live.
2. Arches National Park. I find the red rock country against a clear blue sky backdrop to be one of the most gorgeous places ever.
3. San Francisco.
foz says
Thanks for making me realize I’ve never been to a cocktail party! How sad…
Cynthia Richardson says
This past weekend I hit the Dillards extra 30% off end-of-month sale. I got some great Michael Kors deals that I had been waiting for.
Silvia Johanidesova says
Have you been waiting for anything to go on sale? Hm yes pnce,but it was first and last time,never more. It was so pricey and nice T-shirt from Prada but then they didn’t have my size more and honestly I cryed 😀 therefore I lerned 1 think…if you I find something and I feel like WOW!!! I must have it,I go fir it! 🙂
Sonya says
I referred to my husband as “my husband” at work this week for the first time 🙂 we got married last month and I usually refer to him by name when I’m talking about him
Christy Peeples DuBois says
I hope you had a good visit with your parents and a great week end.
If I were a cat I would be in heaven! If I were a cat that belonged to me I would be in heaven. And i would love to sleep like they do.
Thanks for the giveaway.
Tosha H says
I’d shapeshift into a bird so I could fly, unoriginal but there it is lol
Angela S. says
I need Halloween costume ideas! I know it’s a bit early, but I’m really at a loss this year.
Daphne says
something that made me happy this week: my best friend’s visiting from grad school!
Julie says
My family’s puppy made me happy this week.
Lesa Kurk says
If I were the eyebrow fairy, I would fix their brows while they slept. Uni brows begone! Sparse brows no more! All would be perfectly arched. Goodbye caterpillars!