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Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora!

December 10th, 2011 by Karen 500 Comments

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Hana! Congratulations, Hana! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

Win a $50 Sephora eGift card from Makeup and Beauty Blog
Christmas is coming fast, gah! This weekend is go-time for me; no question about it. On my list today: to get a tree, put up some lights, and catch up on the Christmas shopping I promised myself I’d be finished with by now.

Yup, don’t ya just love the holiday crunch? — that pressure to get into the spirit before it’s too late to really enjoy? It’s yet another strange facet of life, having to hurry up to relax, LOL!

I am really looking forward to getting a tree, though, a small one just a few feet tall, and filling the house with that wonderful pine scent. And then Tabs and I can decorate it this afternoon with some ornaments that have been in our family for years.

Now, my friend, it’s time for me to power up with something warm and caffeinated, and get under way. I hope your weekend gets off to a great start. Speaking of that, perhaps today’s giveaway can help. 🙂

A Makeup and Beauty Blog Giveaway!

Win a $50 eGift card from Sephora

  • One (1) Sephora eGift card containing $50 sent to the winner by email (international readers, you may opt to receive $50 sent by PayPal instead).

  • There are two ways to enter, and you can do both of them for two chances to win. First, you can enter by leaving a comment at the bottom of this post, a comment about anything at all, like, what are your favorite holiday traditions (Christmas or otherwise)? What are five things you find yourself doing a lot this time of year? When was the last time you did something dramatic with your makeup or hair? Do you have any New Year’s resolutions? What are you wearing on your nails? — you get the idea.
  • Second, you can enter by following me on twitter Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
    • Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! http://bit.ly/tMn6S3

  • The deadline to enter is Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 11:59PM (PT).
  • Entrants must enter using a valid email address and/or Twitter account to win.
  • A maximum of two (2) entries per person — one within the comments at the bottom of this post, and a second entry via Twitter addressed to me @karenmbb.
  • Contest is open to individuals of any country who have reached the age of majority according to their local laws (18 in the United States with these exceptions: Alabama and Nebraska, 19; Mississippi, 21).
  • Sephora eGift Certificates can only be redeemed online and are not valid in stores or available for purchase or redemption in Canada. International winners may opt to substitute the Sephora eGift card prize for $50 sent directly to their email address by PayPal instead.
  • Tabs and I (heretofore referred to as “T-Money and K-Dawg”) will select one (1) winner at random from the entries either left in the comments at the bottom of this blog post or addressed to @karenmbb on Twitter.
  • The winner will be announced here within 48 hours of the deadline.
  • Void where prohibited by law.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Hana! Congratulations, Hana! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! / Originally published December 10th, 2011

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  1. Noelle says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:59 am

    Going tree shopping today! Happy Holidays!

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  2. Lisa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:02 am

    love sephora! just spent a bunch there yesterday! dying to get a tocca touch candle. wish they would bring the perfume back.

    Reply
  3. Ana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:04 am

    have a winter formal tonight! so exited!

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  4. Kelly says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:11 am

    The last time I did something dramatic with my makeup was at my sweet 16. It was really nice but I tried not to make it too extreme.

    Reply
  5. Deanna G. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:12 am

    I’m wearing Essie’s “lilacism.” 🙂

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  6. Flora Novak says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:13 am

    I love Xmas, but not when I have to study day ‘n’ night…

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  7. Milyena K says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Love Christmas shopping! It’s a joy to spend the money for the joy of others <3

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  8. maria says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Amazing giveaway!!! No new years plans yet, but tonight i have a Christmas party. I am not too good at doing my own dramatic makeup but did paint my nail’s with Opi Lincoln Park In The Dark!!!

    Reply
  9. Lucia W says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Merry Christmas everyone!

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  10. Beth says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Listening to Handel’s Messiah.

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  11. Morgan Ibach says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:16 am

    :)) I love Christmas Eve. We always get a new pair of PJS to wake up in xmas morning.

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  12. Denise says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:17 am

    I have bright red on my toes right now! And I love colorful eyeliner. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Yuri says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Last time I did something crazy with makeup was last thanksgiving hahaha i went a little crazy with the eyeliner… Not on purpose though lol

    Reply
  14. monica says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:18 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is to take cheesy family portraits.

    Reply
  15. ann marie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:24 am

    Today the tree opened up enough to get the lights on it. I love the smell of my freshly cut Christmas tree!

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  16. Anne-Sophie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:24 am

    This year I’ve been studying a lot, watching a lots of series, talking a lot with friends, doing lots of sport 😀
    I love Christmas holidays because we can relax 😀

    Reply
  17. VictoriaJane says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:25 am

    That giftcard would be great for my daughter-and something I could check off my shopping list! Gonna make some coffee with a couple of spoonfuls of hot choc mix in it to take with me when I go out to face the crowds today-I highly recommend it 🙂

    Reply
  18. Chris25 says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:28 am

    I’m doing a series of holiday looks on my blog. My last EOTD was Hanukkah inspired. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Daniella says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:30 am

    My crazy makeup will take place tonight: I am going to an eighties party so I am going to crimp my whole head of hair and wear a tonne, a ton of blue and silver eyeshadow 🙂
    New years resolutions: many, but main ones are to run a four hour marathon (I currently run a five hour + marathon) and lose weight so i can run faster. (yup, i am one of those, running does not help me lose weight, it’s all about diet for me)

    Reply
  20. Dee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:30 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is driving around to see the Christmas lights around town. People sometimes go all out and I love it! Happy Holidays to everyone.:-)

    Reply
  21. Melitina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I am wearing a turquoise nail polish with gold flecks from Essence. Pretty!!!!

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  22. Joyce says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:34 am

    I hauled some Japonesque brushes and I’m loving them! I can’t believe there aren’t many reviews about the brand in the blogging sphere. =/

    Reply
  23. Nicole says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:36 am

    This is my first Christmas as a married woman, so I hope to start some new traditions with my husband this year! He is taking me to the Nutcracker ballet this weekend, and we’ll attend Christmas Eve service at our church.

    Reply
  24. Kylee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:36 am

    i love xmas so much! its my fav time of the year!

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  25. Alison says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:37 am

    Not wearing anything on my nails right now… I’ve been too busy this week to even think about painting them!

    Reply
  26. tiffany c says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:39 am

    Going to my bank party tonight. So excited!!

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  27. Mindy M. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:39 am

    Freezing my butt off!!

    Reply
  28. Thea says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:40 am

    I love this time of year, when I can go out at night and see all the lights and the few houses that go to excess. I love getting dressed up for all the parties and making people smile with gift giving!

    Reply
  29. ashley says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:40 am

    i love going to look at all the Christmas lights. there’s a ton around town & a few “big” displays at houses throughout surrounding counties. my friend & i are waiting to go on a girlfriend date complete with hot chocolate & christmas music on the ipod. as much as i hate to say it, we’re waiting until it snows more.

    Reply
  30. Paula says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:40 am

    I’ve been wearing Zoya Neeka on my toes. I’ll be switching to something a little more holidayish soon, but I haven’t decided on color yet. Hope you have a wonderful holiday, Karen!

    Reply
  31. Coral says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:41 am

    I didn’t realize how close we were to Christmas till I looked at my work schedule. Thank goodness I only have a couple of toys to buy and I’m done!

    Reply
  32. PS says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:43 am

    Love Christmas, my favorite holiday!!!! Love the lights, decorations & Christmas trees.

    Reply
  33. Jody says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:43 am

    Holiday party tonight!

    Reply
  34. Debbie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:44 am

    I decorated a rosemary bush for my apartment!

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  35. Yaz says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:46 am

    Good luck with all your xmas decorating and errands!!!

    Reply
  36. J says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:48 am

    I’m wearing OPI’s hong kong sunrise on my nails!

    Reply
  37. Tracy Hathaway says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:48 am

    My family does White Elephant every year…and it’s a ton of fun! We’re also having an ugly sweater tonight. So excited!

    Reply
  38. Swatch And Learn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:48 am

    I want to wish you and everyone else a very Merry Christmas! 🙂 (Thanks for this opportunity, Karen!)

    Right now I’m wearing a manicure with Christmasy freehand nail art I did. I’ll probably post it on my blog soon. It’s really fun to wear!

    (Reply to Debbie: That rosemary bush sounds adorable! 🙂 Years ago, I bought a rosemary tree – it smelled soooo good and it was shaped like a little Christmas tree, so I put lights on it, too. But I couldn’t get it to last long – not sure why, since I’m usually very good with plants!)

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  39. Rebecca says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:50 am

    At work this morning (blah!) but my hubby is graduating from massage therapy school today and we’re gonna get some sushi! Then it’s off to get the Christmas tree! 🙂

    Reply
  40. loveaholic says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:52 am

    holiday shopping- giving & receiving presents- all the festivities from parties to balls 🙂 warmer, friendlier atmosphere despite the freezing cold

    Reply
  41. Kathy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:52 am

    I’m wearing Sonia Kashuk’s Sugar Rush on my nails righy now. For some reason, instead of getting festive with polish, I wanted to keep it neutral.

    Reply
  42. Christina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:53 am

    I actually started making a list of my New Year’s Resolutions! What I have so far is to donate blood 6 times, be more gentle and consistent with my skin care, work out more and be more healthy, make time to read more novels, and enjoy my last year in college.

    Reply
  43. Stephanie Fabian says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:54 am

    Going hoilday shopping with my boyfriend 🙂

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  44. Tania says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:55 am

    Our tradition every year has been to get the kids in the car when it gets dark and drive around looking at Christmas decorations. They absolutely love it and so do we.

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  45. Selina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:55 am

    Yesterday I wore pink, blue, and silver eyeshadow… with bright fuschia lips. I like wearing dramatic makeup any time I feel like it, not just for special occasions.

    Reply
  46. Kelsey says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:57 am

    I find myself eating a lot more hot soup this time of year…

    Reply
  47. Mary W says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:58 am

    Karen- I enjoy your blog, your tweets, especially the giveaways but most of all……..Tabs! I love your photos and posts about your gorgeous cat, Tabs. What a beauty!

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  48. Sara says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:02 am

    went last night with my dad to his sunday school christmas dinner (my mom was sick). wore huge black winged liner with even huger black lashes (the love alpha two-step mascara is my go-to for false looking lashes). it was a hit! i got some really nice comments 🙂 thanks karen and happy holidays!

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  49. Kassie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:02 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is waking up really early on Christmas day, having a hot cup of coffee and cinnamon roll while we all open our presents! Then play with our presents while watching a holiday movie and then help mamma cook in the kitchen 😀 I can’t wait for Christmas!!

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  50. Veronica says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:04 am

    I love holiday parties- an excuse to wear dramatic makeup!

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  51. sweeks1980 says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:09 am

    I would love the holiday crunch if the end of the semester didn’t coincide. As it is, my life is completely crazy until the 18th (when I fly home).

    Reply
  52. Krista says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:09 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is making about a bazillion Christmas cookies with my Mom to give to give out to our friends and family.

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  53. Joanna says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:10 am

    During the holiday season I look forward to Eggnog and Black Cake yum!

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  54. Alexa Trevino says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:13 am

    :/ gosh.

    Reply
  55. Mireya says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:13 am

    The last time I did anything dramatic with my makeup was on Halloween. I’m too chicken to do anything really bold for my day-to-day makeup.

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  56. knownever says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:15 am

    I don’t get much time to read blogs anymore so sitting down on the weekend and reading your blog and entering this contest is like my weekly beauty ritual!

    Reply
  57. Katelynn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Putting up the tree today!

    Reply
  58. Natalie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:17 am

    The last time I got all dressed up and fancy was last year at my highschool prom! I went all out; I bought self tanner just for the occasion, my hair was volumized and curly, and I had gorgeous black smoky eyes! I also went a little crazy with the highlighter. I used Benefit’s High Beam to highlight my cheek bones, and even used it on my legs and collarbone! Even though the dance wasn’t all that great and my date had me sit alone in the backseat, I know I looked pretty good!

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  59. ShannoninBC says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:18 am

    I think I might have to give in and buy Buble’s xmas cd…*sigh*

    Reply
  60. Jana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:20 am

    I love Christmas!

    Reply
  61. Amanda says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:24 am

    haaaayyyy gurrrl!

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  62. mn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:25 am

    Tabs, time to practice your ‘innocent’ look so you don’t get blamed for any Xmas tree incidents this year.

    Reply
  63. Carolyn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:26 am

    Hooray for winding up Christmas shopping!

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  64. Gabriela says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Five things I always find myself doing this time of year:
    1. Eating too much
    2. Rushing to buy Christmas presents
    3. Buying things for me when I should be present shopping
    4. Watch all of the Christmas movies known to man
    5. Eating too much

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  65. Karen C says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Christmas is almost here and I’m stuck at work!

    Reply
  66. Melody says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Happy Saturday! Ah it feels good to sleep in XD

    Reply
  67. Crystal says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Ahhh this is great! This would be great to get ahead on that christmas shopping 🙂

    Reply
  68. Carolyn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:32 am

    Making my list and checking it – over and over and over 🙂

    Reply
  69. Shana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:33 am

    Saturday is the best day for sleeping in!!!

    Reply
  70. Kaianne says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:33 am

    I just bought a beautiful new sweater that’s so soft and fuzzy and it has golden threads woven through it, but it’s shedding like crazy! I am covered in lint. 🙁

    Reply
  71. Izzy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:33 am

    I need to find a christmas-y nail polish color

    Reply
  72. BooBooNinja says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:34 am

    One of my favourite holiday traditions is going for a movie and dinner with my immediate family. Kind of basic and perhaps banal to some, but it’s fun. There’s also the requisite oh-my-goodness-the-holiday-movie-schedule-changed-on-us-at-the-last-moment madness. Every.Year. !!

    ps I tweeted too! http://twitter.com/#!/MysteriousWho/status/145571495211573250

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  73. Nikki says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:34 am

    What I love about the winter holidays is the time when I get to do my New Year’s Resolutions List..After that I love checking off all of the different things I have written down.
    Thanks for the giveaway ^^

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  74. Charlotte Vandervoort says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:34 am

    Trying to do non-traditional Christmas nails. So tired of snowflakes, reindeers, and Santas!

    Reply
  75. Olfactory Obsessed says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:35 am

    Last time I did something dramatic with my makeup and hair was for my wedding 6 months ago!

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  76. aclearcutsign says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:36 am

    I’ll be wearing red nail polish for the holidays…and lipstick!

    Reply
  77. Christie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:36 am

    I need some killer red lipstick!

    Reply
  78. Jessica Leigh says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I am so sick, but I have to get the rest of my Xmas shopping done!

    Reply
  79. julio says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I love the fact I can listen to Christmas music. I love it! It’s so festive!

    Reply
  80. Vi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I am going to go Christmas shopping next Friday and I’m sooooooooooo excited. I can’t wait to stop by the Sephora (of course to buy some gifts for my friends…or for myself as well hahaha)

    Reply
  81. Emily Cox says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:39 am

    So excited for Christmas! I get two weeks off work and I can’t wait to spend time with fam!

    Reply
  82. Christine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I have to share my craziest hairdo. This happened 5 years ago in high school. My friend who sits behind me in class was a little (though little may be an understatement) bored. She had a ton of bobby pins and a plush toy cow. She first started pulling my hair back. Bobby pin here. Bobby pin there. Until it was a nice bun, but she wasn’t done yet. She then took her little cow and pinned it on top of my bun. Now it was the end of class, and I had a cow at the back of my head. This was my first class, and I’m a very reserved girl, but that day I left my hair as my friend had made it for the rest of the day. I got a lot of strange looks, but that day, I just didn’t care. 😀 Probably the most spontaneous thing I’ve ever had done. It was a pain removing everything at the end of the day though.

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  83. Y. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:41 am

    my favorite thing this time of year has got to be drinking tea! and lots of it! chamomile, earl grey, peppermint, green, black, white, and the awesome candycane tea from trader joe’s! you need to get some karen!!! (if you haven’t already of course;)

    Reply
  84. Jennifer A. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:42 am

    I saw My Week with Marilyn last night. Michelle Williams was soooo good!

    Reply
  85. Amy D. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:43 am

    I can’t stop looking at my nails today! I’m wearing OPI’s Pinking of You with China Glaze’s Snowglobe on top.

    Reply
  86. Meghan says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:44 am

    Last night was the company christmas party, so I did a dramatic matte red lip paired with a super shimmery lid and dark smokey purple crease. For me, that’s pretty dramatic!

    Reply
  87. Janelle says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:45 am

    Five things I find myself doing a lot this time of year:
    (1) Applying extra lotion to my hands.
    (2) Using a thicker day cream on my face, instead of regular moisturizer.
    (3) Listening to Christmas music.
    (4) Bundling up in layers and blankets.
    (5) Shopping!

    Reply
  88. Julia says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:45 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is eating holiday food. Cookies, candy, dinner on Christmas day! It’s a great season.

    Reply
  89. Heather says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:46 am

    Last time I did something dramatic with my hair? Last night! After 4 months without a haircut, my hair sylist chopped a good 3-4 inches off of my hair and gave it a lovely auburn-ish color. I feel like a different person!

    Reply
  90. sharee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:46 am

    at the moment i have pink and purple in my hair 🙂

    Reply
  91. Anjali says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:48 am

    I’m wearing opi vodka and caviar …i thought i’d try a red this time and the name made me smile 😉 (actually i usually pick my nail polish based on the name!)

    Reply
  92. laura says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:48 am

    I really miss the snowy Christmases from my youth.

    Reply
  93. Emily says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:51 am

    I love putting up Xmas lights. I don’t have a tree but those lights will stay up all year (indoors, of course).

    Reply
  94. Christina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:56 am

    Finals are creeping up with only two days to spare! Merciless scantron, I will own you!

    Reply
  95. Sherita says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:56 am

    Let’s see five things I find myself doing around this time…
    Eating a ton of peppermint infused deliciousness
    Planning how to make next year better (even though it never happens)
    Regaining my sanity only to get ready to loose it the next quarter
    Catching up on some much needed sleep
    Shopping like a maniac

    Reply
  96. Carlee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Love these giveaways and Sephora! Happy Holidays!!!

    Reply
  97. Tamica says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:57 am

    I’m cutting alllll of my hair off AGAIN for the new year!

    Reply
  98. Shannon says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:59 am

    Going to get Eggnog Latte’s with friends today!

    Reply
  99. Victoria says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:04 am

    just finished the last of my christmas shopping!

    Reply
  100. Kim Pincombe Cole says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:04 am

    Putting up our Christmas tree today too! Bought a new one this year (can’t have a real one – everyone in fam is allergic, boo) so I’m excited to decorate it. Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  101. Kim Pincombe Cole says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:05 am

    Also tweeted for 2nd entry: https://twitter.com/#!/kimpcole/status/145579278598279168

    Reply
  102. Wendy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:05 am

    putting up the christmas lights today!

    Reply
  103. Katie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:06 am

    Ya know, I see these Sephora posts every week, but this is my first time entering, haha.

    I hope everyone is having a lovely weekend. Unfortunately, I’m studying for my last final (Tuesday) today!

    Reply
  104. Heather says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:07 am

    Today I bought a red velvet cake and all I can think about is eating it 😀

    Reply
  105. Aysha Habib says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:10 am

    I’m hoping to go buy some Victoria secret makeup later this afternoon!

    Reply
  106. Lydia says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:10 am

    My favorite holiday tradition is when my family makes these things we call “little pizzas” which are actually more like calzones 🙂

    Reply
  107. Laura H says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:13 am

    I like photobooths!

    Reply
  108. Reema says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:14 am

    I need to change up my makeup! A gift card from Sephora would help accomplish that!

    Reply
  109. Hana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:15 am

    So excited for the holidays since my birthday is also right around the time, December 16th. I’m having a big party and trying something more dramatic with my makeup/hair.

    Reply
  110. nina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:16 am

    nothing like shopping to get exam stress off your mind!

    Reply
  111. Louise says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:17 am

    Just got the clarisonic mia 2 for christmas and I am in love <3333

    Reply
  112. Saffron says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:18 am

    Did a kickass manicure last night with the UD holiday set – all the colors coordinate so well!

    Reply
  113. Kat says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:19 am

    For this year’s Christmas, I wish for a part-time job 🙁

    Reply
  114. Melodyy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Christmas is quickly approaching and I still have no idea what to get my sister and best friend… I’ve been trying to think of some ideas, but I just have absolutely NO IDEA what they want ! such a conundrum.

    Reply
  115. Carolina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:24 am

    My favorite thing about this time of the year, is the Christmas music!!!!!! xoxo

    Reply
  116. Danielle says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:26 am

    Good luck with your Xmas shopping. I am sure you and Tabs will have great fun decorating the tree.

    Reply
  117. Breana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:27 am

    I am super excited to go shopping as soon as exams are over. (btw your blog has gotten me through the insanity of finals 🙂

    Reply
  118. Juliana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:28 am

    This is a great giveaway! My favorite holiday drink is eggnog!

    Reply
  119. Lorraine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:28 am

    Dramatic makeup…hm…I actually tried a very vibrant mint green/smoky eye combination yesterday. It happened purely by accident and I found that I just kept adding and adding more product. I definitely had to wear neutral lip and cheek products to offset it!

    It could have looked worse. Actually, it wasn’t that bad!

    Reply
  120. Stephanie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:30 am

    My favorite Christmas tradition is sitting around drinking mimosas at 8 am.

    Reply
  121. Kialy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:30 am

    I love dramatic makeup in the winter! I don’t have to worry about it melting off:) Great giveaway! Thanks Karen!

    Reply
  122. Alison says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:32 am

    I love a california christmas at the beach!!

    Reply
  123. Amy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:33 am

    I definitely have to get a new red lipstick to wear to my holiday parties. Red lips is so much fun this time of year.

    Reply
  124. Lily says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:33 am

    I will give this card to my sister. She just fell in love with Sephora…again 🙂

    Reply
  125. Stephanie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:34 am

    Can’t wait to go home for xmas!

    Reply
  126. Lauren says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:37 am

    I just wish it would snow already!

    Reply
  127. Zoey says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:40 am

    My nails are still blue and sparkly…and horribly chipped lol.

    Reply
  128. Anastasia says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:44 am

    I have Orly’s Pure Petunia on my nails. love it!

    Reply
  129. Melissa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:45 am

    I just had my first audition to be a Zumba instructor and it went great! Whoo!

    Reply
  130. Valerie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:49 am

    Hi!

    Right now I’m obsessed with Nars blush. I want to add Taj Mahal, Sin, Albatross, Lovejoy, and Desire to my collection. A Sephora gift card would help me add to my collection.

    Reply
  131. Mush Cohen says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:50 am

    I always put up a ‘baby’ Christmas tree to remind us of baby Jesus!

    Reply
  132. Merluis Souder says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:52 am

    I love the colors for this seasons polishes!!! So chic 🙂

    Reply
  133. Jane says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Oh man..I love getting my Starbuck Holiday drinks. Makes me feel so pampered 🙂

    Reply
  134. Lívia Alves says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:52 am

    I love Christmas! I’m counting down the days *-*

    Reply
  135. Faith says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:55 am

    Best part of Christmas– drinking coquito yum!

    Reply
  136. Jane says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:55 am

    baking cookies is the best!

    Reply
  137. Cindy G says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    My birthday is on Christmas day so I am looking forward to both– can’t wait to be 21!

    Reply
  138. Lauren Sutherland says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    I’m working on christmas presents with my mom!

    Reply
  139. Kerri P says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    Love the giveaway!

    I will be wearing Zoya Isla on my nails tonight. To me its the perfect Christmas red!

    Reply
  140. K says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    Not wearing anything on my nails yet, but about to paint them sparkly red!

    Reply
  141. steph shelton says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    T-Dawg & K-Money I would love the sephora GC so I can look pretty when mine & my bf’s fams meet each other for the first time on chr

    Reply
  142. Jenn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    favorite christmas tradition: drinking a holiday drink from caribou coffee and warming up by the fireplace 🙂

    Reply
  143. Caitlin says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    I’m going to a party tonight and I think I might wear some colorful eye makeup! Maybe some purple and gold!

    Reply
  144. NIKKI says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:05 pm

    This is the time of year when I love buying new make up! And baking.

    Reply
  145. Lisa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:08 pm

    I’m planning on painting my nails later with a teal magnetic polish – I haven’t tried them before!

    Reply
  146. Caitlin says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    No new year’s resolutions. They sound so good in theory, but I figure I’ll make changes when I need to.

    Reply
  147. Sarah Feldman says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    I’m wearing navy blue on my nails. It says: I hate cold weather but I still look cool.

    Reply
  148. Amanda G says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    I am a pineapple with a fish on my head!

    Reply
  149. Leetal Tusia says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:15 pm

    what are your favorite candles?

    Reply
  150. Mariee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    I always do a ton of baking this time of year! Next up: chocolate chip cookie dough truffles.

    Reply
  151. Kristie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    I love experiencing the Advent and Christmas season with my husband and two kids who are 6 & 4!

    Reply
  152. Carol says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    The only Christmas tradition that I have is that I have to watch the movie White Christmas. Home Alone and While You Were Sleeping are optional films but White Christmas is a must 🙂

    Reply
  153. Amber says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    Every Christmas Eve my family all makes cookies, hot cocoa, and stays up late watching holiday films! It’s always so much fun, especially when it’s snowing and the lights on the tree are blinking 🙂

    Reply
  154. Yao says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    My favorite thing to do for Christmas is definitely trimming the tree with my mom. 🙂

    Reply
  155. katie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    my sis usually throws amazing parties for every excuse she can think of. but this year she’s pregnant. no party. i’m excited about having another nephew or a niece.. but i wanna party!

    Reply
  156. Amy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    I just did my nails red and green glitter polish. Happy Holidays!!

    Reply
  157. stella says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    I’ve just painted my nails with essie hot coco!

    Reply
  158. Christine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    I’m wearing Illamasqua’s Raindrops on my nails!

    Reply
  159. Lisa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    Nails are naked right now! I don’t like dramatic – I like chic and elegant but vary the colors and styles of my makeup with what I’m wearing!

    Reply
  160. Heidi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:42 pm

    I love Christmas music! I could play it all year round!

    Reply
  161. Christy O says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    I would be ecstatically happy if I could eat Indian food every week. And not have to completely remove my lipstick before eating anything. Lipstick smeared on chin = hideous.

    Reply
  162. Chloe says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    I’m making shitake veggie burgers for lunch mhmmm

    Reply
  163. Mary says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! 🙂

    Reply
  164. Cyra says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    sadly, I have nothing on my nails right now.

    Reply
  165. Veneeta says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    I will be decorating the tree today with the help of my 4 cats. It should be a lot of fun chasing after the cats when they run off with the garland or a ornament ball..lol

    Reply
  166. Jasmine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    Im wearing Austin-tatious turquoise on my nails… sorry if i spelled it wrong! :p

    Reply
  167. Sharon S says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    I am wearing Chanel Rose Cache–very simple, yet elegant.

    Reply
  168. Aimey says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:52 pm

    You haven’t gotten a tree yet? Well I guess it makes sense since you’re looking for a real, fresh one so you wouldn’tve wanted to get that during Thanksgiving lol One week of finals left and I’m on break! Wish me luck~

    Reply
  169. Cyn Uehara says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    Hi there, I am wearing Essie Chinchilly and NYC NGP168 over it. The NYC is a holographic glitter in a clear polish and it makes any nail color beautiful!

    Thanks for the chance to win this GC.

    Reply
  170. Julia says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:55 pm

    I just went Christmas shopping and got my little sister a bath bomb from Lush, I also bought my secret Santa her gift! I hope they both like their gifts.

    Reply
  171. Terri B says

    December 10th, 2011 at 12:58 pm

    bare fingernails; rimmel chocolate milk on toes

    Reply
  172. Madelynn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    My favorite is when my mom makes a small plate of candies, small gifts and trinkets for my brother and I (we’re 23 and 20 now. :]) and puts it out Christmas morning. It’s called a bundtentelle, as the plant has ridges like a bundt pan. :]

    Reply
  173. Carolyn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:05 pm

    Finally done with my exams! Going to enjoy this holiday break! 🙂

    Reply
  174. Erin says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    We also put up and decorated the tree today! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  175. jennifer s says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:12 pm

    its almost time to come up for air from finals 🙂
    ive been so lost in studying i havent bought any gifts….. chia pets all around? lol

    Reply
  176. Saddy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    A small tradition that my brother and I have is that we watch “Jingle All The Way” every year. It is so hilariously bad!

    Reply
  177. Maple says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    One of my favorite holiday traditions is putting up and decorating the tree. I haven’t been able to do that lately though 🙁

    Reply
  178. EJP says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    school is finally over, yaaay!

    Reply
  179. Jazzy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    I wish we had sepjora where I live or they shipped here.

    Reply
  180. gina lee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    bought more makeup the other day… not that i need it!

    Reply
  181. Ana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    Gearing up for finals! Good luck to everyone else studying!

    Reply
  182. Miriam says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    Love that glitter is so acceptable at this time of year!

    Reply
  183. Dee says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    finals are approaching… eek!

    Reply
  184. Jill says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:23 pm

    I’m wearing nothing on my nails! I’m a criminal prosecutor and starting a murder trial next week, so I have to keep everything toned down so I don’t offend anyone on the jury. Wish me luck!

    Reply
  185. Bons says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:25 pm

    My favorite Christmas tradition is exchanging gifts with family and spending time with family/friends.

    Reply
  186. Emily E. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    I’m in the middle of exams…winning this would be a great mood booster!

    Reply
  187. Christina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:33 pm

    I’m feeling grateful. Grateful I have my Christmas shopping done, that my husband I have a great healthy relationship, my daughter is a silly sweet wonderful person, that may cats are getting enough cat nip to beat the wintery blues (no more birds in our backyards…no more cat tv.) and my car is not fall apart.

    Life is good. 🙂

    Reply
  188. Celia Rodriguez says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:37 pm

    I’m enjoying my day with my family. The hubby is off so taking advantage. Thanks for the giveaway!! Merry Christmas 🙂

    Reply
  189. elle says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    I’m wearing dark gray nail polish right now, but I think I’ll change it to something bright soon…

    Reply
  190. C. Park says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Just put up the chintzy tinsel tree…now it feels like Christmas!

    Reply
  191. Jaa Maurer says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    I have Revlon-Peachy on my nails !! =)

    Reply
  192. Kelly M. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    usually I’m all done with my Christmas shopping by now, but have been especially busy with work, maybe i can get it all done by next weekend.

    Reply
  193. Catherine B says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    Studying for finals!

    Reply
  194. Rae // theNotice says

    December 10th, 2011 at 1:58 pm

    Made biscuits this morning! A good way to start off the weekend 😉

    Reply
  195. vivian says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:00 pm

    this would be an awesome post-finals treat!

    Reply
  196. Lindsey says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    My Mom makes the best Christmas every year, hands down. The whole house is decorated, we have days of traditions, everyone comes home…it’s just magic!

    Reply
  197. nat says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    My favorite part of the holiday season, all the smells of cookies and hot chocolate, peppermint in the air. So wonderful 🙂

    Reply
  198. Avery Dement says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    It’s been a tough week, I could use a treat!

    Reply
  199. Calli says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    I am getting festive with my bright red sparkly nails!

    Reply
  200. Lily says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    Five things I love to do during Christmas:

    1. Go ice skating at the outdoor rink the city sets up downtown every year w/ my friends (and subsequently fall on my butt!)
    2. Switch from buying vanilla bean frappucinos (yum!) @ starbucks to buying peppermint mochas (double yum!)
    3. Light up the Christmas tree…and add more random ornaments every year 🙂
    4. Buy presents for my friends and family (and maybe pick something up for myself along the way…)
    5. Break out my favorite coats, scarves, boots, and other winter clothing <3

    Reply
  201. Liz says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:14 pm

    Am wrapping up some gifts for friends today – I think I need more wrapping paper! 🙂 I’m also thinking of putting on a bright red polish soon…

    Reply
  202. Holman says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    I just styled my hair like Cary Grant’s for some photographs where I’m wearing a fake beard, lol.

    Reply
  203. Tran says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    My favorite Christmas holiday tradition is picking out the tree and decorating it!

    Reply
  204. SDW says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    I haven’t started xmas shopping yet, still have to put the tree up, and have no idea what I am getting anyone yet. We do secret santa in my family and I got my sister’s new bf, so it will be interesting. Good luck on your decorating.

    Reply
  205. Paula says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    I love Sephora!

    Reply
  206. sara says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Starting to feel like a procrastinator, as I haven’t even started shopping!

    Reply
  207. Ruchita says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    One of my favorite holiday traditions is baking cookies and other treats for the big day!

    Reply
  208. bruna louise says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    xmas shopping! =D

    Reply
  209. Kim Law (kimmydadiva) says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    The holidays are near… this would be so nice to do some extra makeup shopping 🙂

    Reply
  210. Tiffanie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    I love our Christmas tree!

    Reply
  211. deanne says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    Every year i usually go to my hometown to celebrate Christmas , this yr im going to go all out here , with decorations lights and making some Christmas goodies . thanks for the giveaway . Happy holidays

    Reply
  212. onegreatsmile says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    I borke down and used a curling iron! I try not to do anything that will damage my hair but it’s so long and lifeless I couldn’t take it any more!

    Reply
  213. Elizabeth W. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    I just got hair extensions for a holiday party- not sure how I got talked into that! Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  214. LauraA says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    Five things that I find myself doing a lot of this time of year:

    1. Procrastinating on Christmas cards
    2. Hitting the movie theater
    3. Alternating between feeling snuggly and comfy with panic that I’m forgetting something/someone
    4. Eating lots of cookies
    5. Giving the house a good year end clean before leaving for Christmas + New Year’s

    Thanks again for another great giveaway opportunity, Karen!

    Reply
  215. Mango says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    I have to buy Christmas presents!

    Reply
  216. Maria says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    My nails are in full blown holiday mode. They are sky blue, with blue/silver glitter and snowflakes and snowmen on alternating nails. I feel Christmas-sy every time I look at my hands. LOL

    Reply
  217. Grace says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    Definitley have a Christmas list at Sephora!

    Reply
  218. Chrissy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    I’m cooking quinoa!

    Reply
  219. Naomi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    I have so many things I want this year; a good and bad thing lol

    Reply
  220. gillybean604 says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:37 pm

    My parents told me if I want a Christmas tree in the house, I have to get it out of the storage room myself

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  221. Crystal Maynard says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    I love me some eggnog! Woot!

    Reply
  222. magda says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    LOVE baking in December especially gingerbread cookies 😉

    Reply
  223. Inday says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Favorite holiday traditions – Simbang Gabi and Midnight Mass

    Reply
  224. Anna says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    I’m dreaming of….a colorful Christmas! Full o’ makeup 🙂

    Reply
  225. Ashleigh says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    I love watching Christmas vacation movie every year. I’m going to be painting my nails tomorrow still trying to think of a color

    Reply
  226. DalaLuz says

    December 10th, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    Strangely enough I find myself eating a lot these days 😉

    Reply
  227. izzi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    my favorite holiday tradition is that my brother and i, on christmas eve, each choose either red or green to wear to bed and we are oposites! it make for great pictures!

    Reply
  228. Jaime says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    This coming year (2012) is gonna be the year about me – I am determined to finally lose some weight and feel better about myself before the end of my 20s!

    Reply
  229. Jenny says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    Going away for the holidays so there won’t be a tree this year.

    Reply
  230. aubrie soetaert says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    Today my husband and I baked and decorated sugar cookies. We sextupled the batch. Eekk!

    Reply
  231. Stephpolk82 says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    The most dramatic thing I’ve done with my makeup lately are fiery red lips.

    Reply
  232. Alice says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    Ugh hate studying for finals but this is the last time I’ll have to because I’m graduating in December!

    Reply
  233. Marian says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    I’m wearing China Glaze Rated Holagraphic on my nails today. I’ve just finished wrapping ALL of my presents. Yay!

    Reply
  234. Denise says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    I was late with decorations this year, but I finally got my tree up. I love looking at the lights. Just soooo pretty.

    Reply
  235. Sara says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    Cats and christmas trees! I think this sums it up: http://tumblr.tastefullyoffensive.com/post/13850256694/catproblems

    Reply
  236. Kate & Zena says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    have a headache today!
    happy holidays!

    Reply
  237. Tiffany says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    I have my $20 from Sephora but have no idea what to spend it on. Instead, I’m looking at holiday recipes and deciding what to bake!!!

    Reply
  238. Mylie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    During my holidays, I always go on a trip for Cuba! This year I’m going to Mexico for the first time, can’t wait! 🙂

    Reply
  239. PinkGlitter says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    This is not really a tradition per se (I guess it can be considered one as we do it every year..) but I love pulling out ornaments and decorating the Christmas tree.

    Reply
  240. Melissa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    So excited to see family for christmas! Thank you!

    Reply
  241. Christy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    I love decorating the tree and making cookies with my family!

    Reply
  242. Becca says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    5 things I find myself doing a lot this time of year:

    1. moisturizing: I seem to slather myself down in oils and creams and cream oils about every 15 minutes but no matter how much I moisturize, my skin always gets itchy again from being so dry. Not fun!
    2. procrastinating: I am the biggest procrastinator and ALWAYS wait until the week before Christmas to start shopping. Big mistake…which leads me to #3
    3. stressing: I begin stressing bad after procrastinating on my shopping. It’s a vicious cycle…
    4. putting lip balm on: again, my body doesn’t seem to cope well in cold, dry weather and my lips always get so shriveled and flaky
    5. baking: pies, muffins, bread, cakes, cookies-you name it, I bake it during the winter season!

    Thanks Karen!

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  243. Rosemarie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway! Have fun decorating your tree!! 🙂

    Reply
  244. Mina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    Karen – I wanna win girl!

    Reply
  245. Ceci says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    My favorite part of gift giving is seeing the recipient’s reaction. I love to give a good gift!

    Reply
  246. Ines says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:30 pm

    I’m actually spending the holidays in new york with my family. I’m so excited and can’t wait to hit up fifth avenue!

    Reply
  247. Gina G says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    I don’t celebrate Xmas, and all my friends will be busy that day so I am just going to sleep in and play video games.

    Reply
  248. Cassey says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:41 pm

    The smell of pine needles makes me so happy and excited for Christmas! It’s a beautiful smell, distinct to this time of year

    Reply
  249. Jennifer says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Does Tabs have a girlfriend?

    Reply
  250. Megan W says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    Today I painted my nails red with silver sparkles… thick glitter at the tips and fading up. They look super cute for Christmas!

    Reply
  251. Melessa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    whats on my nails? ill tell you whats not
    sally hansen 10-day no chip polish in Timeless Rose
    suuuuch a pretty light pink! its an opaque dusty kinda rose.
    just found out today that they dont sell it at my target or jewel anymore 🙁 i still have walgreens to check. and theres 2 ultas and another target, but theyre not as close as the aforementioned. *fingers corssed!*

    Reply
  252. Roma says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    I haven’t seen my parents for 15 months, and they are in transit right now, coming to spend Christmas with me! I’m so excited to see them – it’s a 37 hour journey, all stops included.
    My mom’s been neglecting herself, my mission for this visit is to get her a set of good everyday makeup.

    Reply
  253. Betony says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    I have white nail polish on with red and silver glitter. Yeah!

    Reply
  254. Step says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:09 pm

    My nails are bare but thinking of pulling out Zoya Rihana

    Reply
  255. Lori says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    What’s on my nails? Right now it’s Glitzerland by OPI because I want to put gold on my nails for Christmas. 😀

    Reply
  256. Lisa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    I would love to go shopping at Sephora. I’m on a no makeup buy until my financial aid comes in next year. : (

    Reply
  257. irishkicks says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    my fav tradition is setting up the tree!!!

    Reply
  258. Steph says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:17 pm

    Need a new red lipstick. I’ve been wearing Mac Russian Red for a long time, and I love it, but I feel like something new is in order.

    Reply
  259. Karen says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:18 pm

    I am broke – would love to win this!

    Reply
  260. Judy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:20 pm

    Just bought a lancome hypnose doll lash set!! could’ve used this gift card lol

    Reply
  261. Julie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    My new year’s resolution is definitely to procrastinate less!

    Reply
  262. Arena Thompson says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    Last dramatic thing I did with my hair was today! I got caramel and blonde highlights. I love them 🙂

    Reply
  263. Meredith says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    I’m slowly getting my entire office addicted to Trader Joe’s “just the clusters” almond granola cereal 😀

    Reply
  264. Diana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    I have to say, this has not been my best winter. I have been coughing and sneezing my brains out, but I have to go to school anyways because of finals. To top it off, I have had no sleep because of all the essays and projects I have.

    But on a happier note, your blog has been lifting my spirits 🙂

    Reply
  265. Emily says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    New years Res: lose 15kgs

    Reply
  266. Ellen says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:34 pm

    I am a Sephora addict!

    Reply
  267. Elizabeth says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    I can’t hang ornaments too low on my Christmas tree or my cat will knock them off and break them. Does Tabs do that?

    Reply
  268. Erin says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    OPI Yoga-ta Get This Blue!

    Reply
  269. tabby says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    Could really use some “me” money. This would be great!

    Reply
  270. gabby says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:45 pm

    This would be great to buy some gifts for my sisters:):)

    Reply
  271. sienna says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    something new- tried moroccan hair oil today, loved it!

    Reply
  272. Zharlynne says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:50 pm

    Sad , I think I’m on the brink of a cold 🙁

    Reply
    • Zharlynne says

      December 11th, 2011 at 5:08 pm

      Hi, I originally entered the contest through my phone on your mobile site. When I first entered I received an error message on your site after I clicked to submit the comment. In case my entry was submitted multiple times, I didn’t mean to it was an error due to my phone or your mobile site =)

      Reply
  273. terry says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    I have… nothing on my nails, haha. It’s exam time and I’m just too busy!!

    Reply
  274. styleezta says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:56 pm

    need to get my nails did fo sho 😉

    Reply
  275. Ilana says

    December 10th, 2011 at 5:56 pm

    Nothing is on my nails at this time of year!! Finals are this week and I’m a nail biter in stressful situations. Something new i wanna try beauty wise is wash my face with oil instead of store bought products.. something i saw on the internet and thought id give it a try!

    Reply
  276. Bridget says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    This week I tried the OPI No Chip manicure…but it chipped on me after 2 days!! 🙁 Not cool!!

    Reply
  277. Karen F says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:08 pm

    My kitten loves “helping” me decorate the tree! He knocks all the ornaments off so that I can redecorate it over and over again!

    Reply
  278. Rosie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:10 pm

    I am so happy today!!!! My hub had open heart surgery on Wednesday and when I saw him today he looked amazing!! We went for a walk around the halls of the cardiac floor with our son. It was so great to see him looking so healthy (tubes and all). This will definitely be a Merry Christmas <3<3

    Reply
  279. Nikki says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    wearing Essie Ladylike, just got the Essie shine of the times (the SH hidden treasure dupe), trying to decide what to pair it with

    Reply
  280. Tukta says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    keep listening to A Thousand Years by Christina Perri , over and over

    I miss my Man

    Reply
  281. Katrina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    My house is officially decorated and ready for Christmas – bring it!

    Reply
  282. Natalie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:29 pm

    I have gel nails for the last two weeks and they still look fab! They should last me for another 2 weeks!

    Reply
  283. Alyssa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    Christmas is coming! Now I need to figure out how to paint my nails…

    Reply
  284. FadBurger says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:33 pm

    I’ve recently rekindled my love for lipgloss…! Just had to say :). As for my nails, I am wearing a holo glitter from Color Club’s holiday collection~! Soooo sparkly!

    Reply
  285. Star says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    I haven’t been able to stop listening to Michael Buble’s holiday album “Christmas”. His voice is awesome!

    Reply
  286. Amanda says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    On my nails right now, I have a dark brown Essie polish with a gold glitter coat layered over from the middle of my nail to the tips.

    Reply
  287. MarciaF says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    I’m working on picking out my Christmas manicure. There are so many gorgeous shades but I think the winner may be Nails Inc The Boltons from Sephora. Gorgeous metallic red. Who wouldn’t want red on Christmas??

    Tweeted this too (MarciaEF)

    Reply
  288. Roya says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    I’m finally giving my nails a much needed break from polish!

    Reply
  289. Michelle says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    My nails are bare and plan too paint them times square by NYC . My favorite nail polish!

    Reply
  290. Angie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    Love this time of the year and getting all dolled up for the many Holiday parties!! Usually, I just play with my makeup for a bit before I wash my face for the night 🙁 Now, Im actually walking out the door with my looks! 🙂

    Reply
  291. Kristie Win says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    I love christmas 🙂

    Reply
  292. Nina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    i wrapped Christmas presents today!

    Reply
  293. Jesselyn says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:56 pm

    Bought a Gucci handbag 🙂

    Reply
  294. steph b says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:56 pm

    I am totally digging bare nails right now. Go figure.

    Reply
  295. steph b says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    Loving bare nails right now. Go figure.

    Reply
  296. Stephanie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    I’ve been trying bright colours recently and just yesterday I did a bright light blue/silver eye look with extra hot pink blush! Somehow the colors really work together :D!

    Reply
  297. Kimi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    How neat! This would be a great christmas present to get!!!

    Reply
  298. DD says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    I’m about to do a manicure in ten minutes. I was wearing Wicked by Essie and plan on doing a random slate blue by LA Girls that I bought for 99 cents at Forever21. I normally can’t pull off greys, but this has enough blue in it to make it quite flattering.

    Happy Weekend!

    Reply
  299. Libby says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    My favorite holiday tradition is decorating the Christmas tree at my mom’s house with my mom and sister, while drinking mimosas.

    Reply
  300. Melissa says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    My favorite holiday tradition is watching its a wonderful life at least half a dozen times and of course a Christmas story also 🙂

    Reply
  301. Liene says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    My nails are bare because I have no time to paint them with Essie’s Merino Cool. Hopefully tomorrow 🙂 Or maybe I will change my mind and choose Orly’s Gogo or something else.

    Reply
  302. Liz says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    My favorite holiday tradition is having tamales on Christmas Eve. A bit tedious to make, but yum!

    Reply
  303. miso says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    going to sephora tommorow gotta stock up on some make up !! pretty excited!

    Reply
  304. Sydney says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    I love watching the 25 days of Christmas every year on TV.
    I also need to watch Miracle on 34th Street every year.

    I followed you on Twitter and re-tweeted 🙂

    Reply
  305. AYL says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    I love decorating our house with pretty lights! I especially love driving and passing houses during this month since many other houses have lights up too!

    Reply
  306. Eliza says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    I’m kind of excited to watch Stephen King’s Bag of Bones tmrw night.

    Reply
  307. ann says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    nothing on my nails right now, but want to do some christmasy nail art as a study break ! getting in the christmas spirit. (:

    Reply
  308. Chelsea says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    nails are naked, as always! I’d like to buy a strengthener or something, though my nails look nice right now! I love watching Christmas cartoons – Year without a Santa, Rudolph, Charlie Brown Christmas, etc. I’m almost finished with the semester, so I’m super happy about that!

    Reply
  309. Tina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Love your photography…

    Reply
  310. Alanna says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    Favorite holiday traditions? Watching the Christmas classics! White Christmas, Meet Me in St. Louis, It’s a Wonderful Life, etc.

    Reply
  311. Susan P. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    $50 gift card would keep my daughter stocked up with nail polish.

    Reply
  312. nabel says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    Only 15 days till x-mas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

    Reply
  313. ashley says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    pink/grey!

    Reply
  314. Gigi says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    I’m wearing June, by Chanel! Yep, I just bought it 🙂

    Reply
  315. Nina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:57 pm

    I tried a flakie nail polish for the first time and I’m in love!

    Reply
  316. Jess says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    Finally getting into the holiday mood!! =D

    Reply
  317. Abby says

    December 10th, 2011 at 7:59 pm

    When was the last time you did something dramatic with your makeup or hair?
    – early this year, i decided i needed a change so i chopped off 20 inches of my hair! i <3 how it looks, but i think im gona grow it out again 😛

    Reply
  318. April says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    I keep a running list of all the great things you mention on this blog. I seriously have an excel spreadsheet 😀 Thanks for all the great giveaways!

    Reply
  319. Dominique says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:07 pm

    I need to step up my game, I’ve only gotten 1/8th of my Christmas gifts for family. I’ve been doing way too much shopping for moi!!!

    Reply
  320. jean says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    i truly, truly cannot wait for the new year to begin!

    Reply
  321. Nika says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    I’m going crazy because I still haven’t figured out what to give my boyfriend this Christmas!!!

    Reply
  322. Jennie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:15 pm

    I really need to do my nails.

    Reply
  323. Lauren says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Glory Glory Man United!!!!

    Reply
  324. Kim says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    My New Year’s resolution is to be more environmentally conscious by making less frivolous purchases and making sure the beauty products I buy are recyclable.

    Reply
  325. Kathleen says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    I get so so so excited about Christmas. 🙂 After decorating the whole house, I put lights up everywhere (I lovelovelove the sparkles!), even in my bedroom. Then I have a bunch of bake-a-thons where I bake all these Christmas things. And I get together with my friends for a mini Christmas party where we make gingerbread houses and homemade snowglobes. 🙂 So yeah, I guess you could say Christmas is my favorite time of year and I’m sort of obsessed with it…. 😉

    Reply
  326. jenn s. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:41 pm

    Hmmmm…dramatic hair changes….well, I went from an A-line bob, super-short in the back and chin length in the front, to much longer all over. It’s about 3 inches below my shoulders now. I haven’t had hair this long since college! I just wanted the chance to pull it up and try some new things with it. I’ll probably grow tired of it by next summer (HOT here in Florida!) and cut it short again!

    Reply
  327. Christine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    Love reading this blog!

    Reply
  328. Jeannette Greene says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    I just bought Urban Decay’s Super-Saturated High Gloss Lip Color in Big Bang! Out of my comfort zone and AMAZING!

    Reply
  329. ashleigh walls says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    I would love to win this!

    Reply
  330. Jill says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    nails: red with green and red glitter! tried an ombre effect with the glitter, but it was kind of a fail :-\ still pretty and sparkly though!

    Reply
  331. Mandy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    Celebrating 10 yrs of our restaurant today! What an awesome achievement, kudos to my dear husband!

    Reply
  332. Eloize says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    I hope I’ll be lucky this time!!

    Reply
  333. janice says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    You have saved me a fortune with you reviews. I would have bought a lot of products you didn’t like. Thanks again

    Reply
  334. Rachel says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    I went for a mani-pedi session with my best friend yesterday, and my fingers and toes are all ready for the holidays! Here’s a picture: http://i.imgur.com/fzwvw.jpg

    Reply
  335. Jennifer says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:17 pm

    Wearing OPI Muppets Hoilday 2011 Designer……..de Better on my nails and Wocka Wocka on my toes.

    Reply
  336. Jessica says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    My computer broke 2 days before exams. This would make me feel much better! Thanks for the opportunity to win 🙂

    Reply
  337. Shelly says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    For Christmas, I love going caroling around the neighborhood with my friends 🙂

    Reply
  338. Courtnie says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    I’m craving Krispy Kreme donuts! Yumm!

    Reply
  339. Courtney says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    I’ve never been big on Christmas, but this year I bought each of my friends Christmas presents! Only one more to go, and a friend’s two children and I’m done with all of my Xmas shopping :3 feeling quite accomplished xD

    Reply
  340. Luci says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    I have CND Shellac polish on my nails. A pale iridescent pink and a glitter on top. Need to pick a Christmas-y look for the next one!

    Reply
  341. Monika says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:50 pm

    Hate the xmas pressure……love all the pretty lights in the neighborhood though…..

    Reply
  342. Tammy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 9:57 pm

    Just painted my nails with Cult Nails Time Traveler topped with Clairvoyant. Gorgeous combo!

    Reply
  343. Cristy says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:04 pm

    Kaboom!! Sha Zam! (doing some magic here, trying to win!!) he! He!
    🙂

    Reply
  344. Joy P. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:06 pm

    I can’t wait for Christmas and New Year to be over because my mom’s going to visit us this January!!! :)) I haven’t seen her in exactly one year today though we talk on the phone almost every day. Fast-forward button please???

    Reply
  345. Tori says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:08 pm

    I kind of gave up on the whole new years resolution thing, i never go through with them!

    Reply
  346. Kristen says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    Wearing Essie’s plumberry colour 🙂 looks just like it sounds haha

    Reply
  347. Regina says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    I LOVE the holidays, so many fun promotions. I really hope I win!

    Reply
  348. N says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    I’m a little bit sad because my condo building doesn’t allow real live trees… fake trees just don’t have that amazing real tree smell! 🙁

    Reply
  349. Denniesha says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:19 pm

    just got my China Glaze Let it snow polishes going to be wearing ring in the red!!!

    Reply
  350. Sara says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    My family has a New Year’s Day tradition: we all go out to a movie together as a family! This year is The Muppets Movie!

    Reply
  351. B says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    Going to my first ugly Christmas sweater party tomorrow, although in the 80’s I wore some and thought I looked good!

    Reply
  352. Erika says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    Ready for xmas to be over. Wearing OPI sheer your toys np. Holiday collection, and i love this color and the wear time.

    Reply
  353. Brittany says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:42 pm

    I have been having so much fun wrapping all my gifts this year! I painted my nails with a blueish colour (Teal-y by Sally Hansen) and I put purple – blue glitter on top (Frenzy by Sinful Colours!)

    Reply
  354. Lily N says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    I cannot wait for finals to be over!!

    Reply
  355. Mary says

    December 10th, 2011 at 10:53 pm

    I’m looking forward to reading about Tabs’ theme for decorating his tree this year!
    xXoO

    Reply
  356. shusheshe says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:01 pm

    Just bought Kose’s Nature and Co line’s mineral foundation and eye cream… can’t wait to test them out!

    Reply
  357. Jenny says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    What’s on my nails? A teal glitter franken! I love making my own colors!

    Reply
  358. Kimberly says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    definitely need this!

    Reply
  359. Let says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:06 pm

    New year’s resolution: exercise more and lose weight.

    Reply
  360. Christine says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    I can’t wait for my exams to be over so i can finally enjoy the holidays season !

    Reply
  361. Nadia A. says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:20 pm

    One Christmas tradition that we have in our family is that we make tamales a few days before Christmas. My mom then serves the tamales and other dishes at her house on Christmas Day.

    Reply
  362. Abby says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    What I am wearing on my nails? Revlon’s starry pink. I love this baby pink with white glitter polish!

    Reply
  363. Holly says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    I am determined to start going to the gym BEFORE the new years!!

    Reply
  364. elyse says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    I’m Jewish and this will be my first Christmas with a tree!

    Reply
  365. Margeaux M Schmidt says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:37 pm

    Just hosted a holiday wine tasting. Proceeds went to Michigan Humane Society Detroit woo hoo!!

    Reply
  366. mrsshukra says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:47 pm

    Baked today!

    Reply
  367. Rozae says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    As a Muslim we don’t celebrate Christmas but I do get together w/friends for a good laugh!

    Reply
  368. Rashidah says

    December 10th, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    I would love to win

    Reply
  369. Megan says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:10 am

    I just tried f21’s love and beauty nail polish. It’s surprisingly pretty good. Two thick coats and I’m good! 🙂

    Reply
  370. Roxanna Harris says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:27 am

    C’mon, Sephora gift card! I need to do some Christmas shopping!!

    Reply
  371. Jen says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:57 am

    My New Year’s Resolution this year is to stick to my other Resolutions.

    Reply
  372. peach_ says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:22 am

    I’m definitely feeling the holiday crunch, too. I still haven’t finished shopping for gifts and I’m panicking just typing that out!

    Reply
  373. Jarucha says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:26 am

    I think last time I did something drastic to my hair was prob prom updo. Recently tried to use the Spin Pins but maybe my hair is too short – its not working for me sadly.

    Reply
  374. Anna says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:35 am

    This would be great to buy some gifts

    Reply
  375. Brenda says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:35 am

    I loooove Christmas shopping!

    Reply
  376. Jerilyn says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:38 am

    My boyfriend lives far away and is coming home for Christmas, so I am VERY excited to spend the holidays with him! 🙂 I hope everyone is surrounded by the ones they love this year!

    Reply
  377. ☆Lola A♏ ★ says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:39 am

    I’m wearing China Glaze’s Tinsel Town and I freaking LOVE it!

    Reply
  378. Resa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:49 am

    Thanks for hosting fabulous giveaways all the time :)! I just took off my nail polish lol.

    Reply
  379. Hazel says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:39 am

    In love and loving it and life. 🙂

    Reply
  380. Cedes says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:15 am

    getting holiday gift sets (:

    Reply
  381. ola says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:45 am

    I realy like your blog 🙂

    Reply
  382. MC says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:54 am

    I really – really- need new make up and I am completely broke!

    Reply
  383. Tina says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:56 am

    The last drastic thing I did was to my hair. I decided to dye it red from blonde. It was the best decision I made. The color goes well with my complexion and eye color. I absolutely love it and get so many compliments on it.

    Reply
  384. Emma says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:36 am

    Getting my hair cut this week, hoping to chop a lot off, which for me is dramatic! Can’t wait!

    Reply
  385. Alix says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:41 am

    Wearing Deborah Lippmann’s Dream A Little Dream, which I refer to as my fairy-sparkle polish.

    Need to get to Sephora and score some of Tarina Tarantino’s HyperLiners — they’re excellent!

    Reply
  386. pamela says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:49 am

    I can’t wait to play with sparkly pigments for the holidays! I feel like christmas touches every part of my wardrobe and makeup. I love this time of year <3

    Reply
  387. Sherry B. says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:52 am

    I’m all set for Christmas, but also SO ready for it to be over so I can have some quiet time and just relax.

    Reply
  388. pearl says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:14 am

    Love Deborah Lippmann’s Across the Universe. Such a unique blue glitter polish 🙂

    Reply
  389. Antithesis says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:41 am

    my nails are bare at the moment but i will put on essie chinchilly late on today.

    Reply
  390. Amanda says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:48 am

    retweeted!
    https://twitter.com/#!/sweet8684girl/status/145877395377881089

    Reply
  391. Amanda says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:48 am

    There’s nothing on my nails right now other than a little bit of remnants from the last time I had gel nails.

    Reply
  392. pantooka says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:03 am

    I just pt on Opi’s Chestnuts About You – it’s a beautiful color and something to get into the holiday spirit. Thanks for a chance at a giveaway!

    Reply
  393. Christin says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:08 am

    I love China Glaze Tinsel Town 🙂

    Reply
  394. Maca says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:16 am

    I need to finish decorating my tree, poor thing is half naked.

    Reply
  395. Janet says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:17 am

    This weekend I cut my hair into a bob, went to Disneyland, found and bought an awesome parfum (Mitsouko by Guerlain) and gonna make brownies later today.

    Reply
  396. Andrea says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:19 am

    wearing essie’s Island Hopping- and I’d love to win this giftcard =]

    Reply
  397. Halifax says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:32 am

    I’m away for vacation, miss my cats. Hope you and Tabs are doing well

    Reply
  398. Kathryn says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:41 am

    Baking Christmas cookies today! Yum!

    Reply
  399. BeckBeck says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:44 am

    I’ve been doing a month of festive manicures – today’s is Orly Emberstone.

    Reply
  400. Kristina says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:46 am

    I have the coolest sister ever! She went to a Stila sale and got me foundation and eye shadow <3 ($6 each!)

    Reply
  401. Kas says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:51 am

    I’m going to paint my nails a nice chocolate brown today.

    Reply
  402. Jamie Rebecca says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:01 am

    i am addicted to hgtv. i swear i’m just looking for new house projects. what is wrong with me?!!?

    Reply
  403. Emily says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:10 am

    Okay….. so this is kind of crazy but I’m going to tell you what is on my nails. 🙂
    On my left hand I painted my nails in Turquoise and Caicos and the ringfinger is in Aruba Blue, and on the right I painted all the nails in Sew Psyched, and the ringfinger is painted It’s Genius!
    All colors by essie! Haha, I know it sounds crazy but I just couldn’t decide what to use

    Reply
  404. Lisa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:13 am

    I love setting up my menorah, it’s so pretty when the candles are burning

    Reply
  405. amanda says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:32 am

    i have been obsessed with zoya nail polishes! wearing Jem at the moment!

    Reply
  406. Ivy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:10 am

    My nails are bare, as they always are. 🙂 I don’t have the time or patience to keep up with manicures.

    Reply
  407. Darlene says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Tree is decorated. Presents are bought. Now it’s time to make Christmas cookies, and lil loaves of banana bread, zucchini bread, and pumpkin bread. Merry Christmas ..Mele Kalikimaka

    Reply
  408. Jessa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:30 am

    Current nail color: Zoya polish in Faye. It’s about the glitteriest thing I’ve ever worn!

    Reply
  409. Gracie says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:37 am

    My favorite Christmas tradition is attending Midnight Mass (Misa de Gallo) with my family during Christmas Eve and then celebrating with a late night dinner (Noche Buena) where rice, ham, fried chicken, pork egg rolls, lomein noodles (pancit) and rice-cakes (kakanin) are served. To cap the night, we open our presents by the family tree. 🙂

    Reply
  410. Caroline says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:45 am

    Going to get our tree today! Just had a 4 year old birthday party so now gotta switch up the decor.

    Reply
  411. Natalie Martinez says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:52 am

    I was just about to head out to target but i decided to check in here first…yay me 🙂

    Reply
  412. Marisa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:59 am

    I just painted my nails white!

    Reply
  413. Negative Nancy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:13 am

    We have to go to Costco today. Wish me luck, and if you see something on the news about a woman being arrested for running people over with her cart in Woodinville, WA, send bail money! 😉

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  414. elisia says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:24 am

    i cant afford anything at sephora, i realllyyy want the prada d’iris perfume though!!

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  415. Michelle B. says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:32 am

    The last time I did something dramatic with my hair and makeup was yesterday, in fact. While some people do useful things like clean when they procrastinate, I use my time to perfect a smoky eye. Came out pretty well too 🙂

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  416. Sara says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:37 am

    I love putting up and decorating the Christmas tree! It always makes the house feel so much more festive.

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  417. Anna says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:56 am

    I’m thinking I want to try a MUF foundation, but I don’t know if they come pale enough for my freakishly pasty skin.

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  418. Megan says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:57 am

    I did my hair all ringlets two weeks ago that is my favorite style. I use the instyler and it truely holds curl with out hair spray or product. I also used the Mac pigments berry ornament glob red with urbane decay sin and blended for a very christmasy look.

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  419. Liz says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:57 am

    I can’t remember the last time I did something dramatic with my hair or makeup, which is why tomorrow, I’m having a full makeover! I can’t wait…

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  420. ANN says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:58 am

    I LOVE decorating and shopping for presents.

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  421. Michele says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:10 am

    I love shopping…Huge sales on everything!!!!

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  422. Olivia says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:17 am

    going to put up my christmas tree today!!! 😀

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  423. Hailey says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:40 am

    I have a metalic gold nail polish with the OPI black crackle nail polish over it.

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  424. adi says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:46 am

    im wearing on my nails loreal caught red handed

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  425. Lucy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:47 am

    My holidays start when all the decorations are draged out the day after Thanksgiving. This year we had the tree up 3 days before Thanksgiving. We didn’t decorate it just had the lights lit. We then decorated the whole house. I like lots of lighted things all over the house. Love battery operated candles. I play Christmas music every day. Love to bake cookies with friends. Get together with loved ones & party!

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  426. Heather says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:01 pm

    I’m wearing Orly’s Meet me Under the Mistletoe, one of my favourite Christmas colours

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  427. colleen b says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    I’m not currently wearing anything on my nails.

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  428. Kristine Ayala says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    I did a dramatic purple smokey eye yesterday, but lately I’ve been feeling super lazy!

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  429. Hillary says

    December 11th, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    We always take a hike along the river by my parent’s place on Christmas (the whole family!)

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  430. Katherine says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    It’s been such a relaxing weekend! Yay!

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  431. Alexis says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    The last ‘huge’ makeover I did for my hair was chemically straightening it last summer. First time, it came out great. When I got it touched up, my stylist fried it! Sadly, I had to cut my loooong hair. Still waiting for it to grow out :c

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  432. Grace says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    I’m also getting a cute, small tree – I think tonight!

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  433. Claire says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    my resolution is to take full advantage of my graduate program!

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  434. Bri says

    December 11th, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Tradition:
    Eating chili on Christmas Eve.

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  435. Mina says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    i am wearing lincoln park after dark on my nails!

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  436. Maria says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    Excited that my very first niece is due on Christmas day! 😀

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  437. BettyS says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Help! My nails are completely naked!

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  438. loofah says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    Bare nails!

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  439. Jesse says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    I just bought the nail polish set from sephora for my best friend:D

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  440. SilhouetteScreams says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:56 pm

    I’m wearing Revlon Facets of Fuchsia on my nails 🙂

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  441. Jessica says

    December 11th, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    stressing over finals but your blog is way more interest!! and i currently have HEIDI by zoyas on my nails! which are chipped..due to stress and studying..but three more dayS!

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  442. Liz says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    My nails are bare 😀 and I don’t do new year’ s resolutions because I know that I can’t fill them anyway.

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  443. The Blossom Shed Beauty Blog says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    I’m not even remotely ready for Xmas, and I’m starting to panic. The only thing I’ve done so far is put a festive sweater on my poodle.

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  444. Lisa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    I have got to get my gifts out to the post office! Procrastination station is gonna get me every time…

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  445. Anka says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    Thanks for these giveaways 🙂 I have And a Cherry on Top by OPI on my nails!

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  446. Joy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    A big part of the holidays is the music for me. Today, my choir performed our winter major work, Britten’s Ceremony of Carols. Next week, my handbell choir is performing a medley of lesser known carols and we also have our carol sing between services. Plus, when I go to our “contemporary” service because the youth ask me to stay and sit with them, we do carols rather than the icky music they normally do. Much easier on the stomach. 🙂

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  447. Vnssa906 says

    December 11th, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Started my christmas shopping today! Hooray, no procrastination this year 🙂

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  448. Patricia says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    My New Years resolution this year I think it’s every year is to lose 20 pounds and keep it off. Start fresh, spend more time with family and friends. Don’t let things bother me so much and fly to CA to meet my nieces and nephews which I never met. 🙂

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  449. Sarah says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:35 pm

    Thank you for reviewing MAC cleanse off! I’ve been debating trying this one but I want to try an oil cleanser and this one sounds perfect…thanks!!

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  450. Ginelle says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    Had a great weekend in NYC for my friends birthday 🙂

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  451. Esther says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Doing this instead of studying for finals.

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  452. Jess says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    No X-mas tree for us this year… :'(

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  453. Claire says

    December 11th, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    new years resolution: keep working out through the winter. would be a shame to stop after a consistent few months of 13 hours of exercise a week

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  454. lili says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    🙂

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  455. Heather says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:31 pm

    Christmas starts for me when I help my dad decorate his tree Thanksgiving weekend!

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  456. Elin LLB says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    Mine mine mine!

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  457. Rochelle says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    Sundays are so boring : P

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  458. melissa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    Candy cane pie…nuff said. 🙂

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  459. Christine says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    Would love this!

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  460. colleen kennedy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    Alas! Finals is FINALLY over for me and I can now spend countless of time on your beautyblog without having to flip back and fourth from lectures. I really need to groom my dog, he’s a poodle. A toy poodle. Oh, and I have masterplan from Essie on my nails. Zing!

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  461. colleen kennedy says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    i hope i win!:)

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  462. Helen says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:06 pm

    I have exams this week 🙁

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  463. michaela says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:08 pm

    today is my engagement anniversary!!

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  464. Marena says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    I’m wearing OPI’s Meep Meep Meep on my nails currently- but I’m not a huge fan. It’s a pinky-red color, with pinky-red shimmer… so they don’t really show up since they’re the same color as the base! I much prefer Warm and Fozzie and recommend that anyone pick it up (:

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  465. Siena says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    The five things I do during winter: moisturize, moisturize, moisturize, moisturize, oh and eat christmass-y desserts. 😉

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  466. Jennifer says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    My nails are naked…I need to fix that.

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  467. v says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    i have Warm & Fozzie on nails…love the name, great for the holidays/winter

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  468. Deirdre says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    I would love to bathe in some Philosophy products!

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  469. Megan says

    December 11th, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    I am so stressed right now between the holidays and a huge project at work…so yeah. Nothing on the nails. And right now I’m thinking about how I need to finish a couple presentations for work and somehow manage to wrap a bunch of presents before Thursday.

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  470. Tahnee Davis says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Hope you had a great day!

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  471. Kavita A Jain says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    My new face eyeshadow color combo is silver with blue. – despite the bad rep blue eyeshadow gets! I recently bought Nars eye duo, Underworld – now all I have to do is control myself from picking up several more of their duo combos! LOL!

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  472. MMM says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    Need to win. I eat makeup for lunch.=)

    schizo_teddy@yahoo.com

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  473. Marilyn @ Lipgloss and Spandex says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    My nails are all chipped up and it’s driving me crazy. The did look pretty awesome til they chipped though. I used Color Club’s Ornamint over a black polish.

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  474. Amanda Hixon says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    Hello! I’m new to your blog but enjoying it so far.. I love your kitty! It would be really nice to win a gift card to Sephora, an extra boost for gift giving is always a great help.. (or as a gift to myself.. haha)

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  475. Myr says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    FINALS!!! AHH!

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  476. Gala says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    I love anything that includes day off work!

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  477. Meng says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Watch the christmas story!

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  478. Krizella says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:43 pm

    hi Karen!! I’m wearing Sephora by OPI “Metro Chic” on my nails- love this polish for Fall/Winter!

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  479. Karen Stauss says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    My favorite tradition is bundling up with my family and everyone going together to walk around the neighborhood admiring all the Christmas decorations. We do this every year 🙂

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  480. Jenna says

    December 11th, 2011 at 7:50 pm

    I love Sephora

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  481. Kaoyee says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    I hope I win!

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  482. Tintin says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    I love eating so this is what I’ll be mostly doing over the holidays. New Year’s resolution is to keep fit and exercise (especially after all the holiday goodies that I’m munching on)!

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  483. Stephanie says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    I have lost my favorite jacket. This is not good.

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  484. Shelly says

    December 11th, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    I love Christmas!

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  485. Miri E. says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    Loving the cat eye you rocked with the NYX liner!

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  486. Kristina says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:46 pm

    I tried out a nail stamping set for the first time. I think it came out pretty good!

    Reply
  487. KaylaK says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    I know I will be going out all this week! Tomorrow is my b-day so I’ll be dressing up super hawt! Even though I have to work…lol. I also start a new job next week so that’s exciting! I need to do my nails tho..they are due!

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  488. Lisa says

    December 11th, 2011 at 9:49 pm

    Hm. I don’t really have any Christmas traditions. I thought about getting a tree. But I’m worried my cats will knock it over and use the ornaments as playthings. On another note, I don’t have anything on my nails, but I’m thinking of breaking out China Glaze Emerald Sparkles.

    Reply
  489. Zulma Garcia says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:33 pm

    Keeping my kids away from the presents under the tree!! 🙂

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  490. maomao says

    December 11th, 2011 at 10:36 pm

    Hi Karen! Love your Pokemon themed posts, hope I win!

    Reply
  491. Michelle says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:03 pm

    This year, we’re lagging on putting up the christmas decorations and it’s my favorite time of year! Hope lights and tree goes up soon 🙂

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  492. mennabop says

    December 11th, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    I’m excited for Christmas, but I’m totally not prepared to do all the stuff that needs to get accomplished in the next two weeks.

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  493. nuriz says

    December 12th, 2011 at 3:57 am

    me want this!

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  494. Sue C. says

    December 12th, 2011 at 4:46 am

    I’m trying to get my nails healthy enough to wear polish, they keep splitting and peeling but I have so many pretty polishes I want to wear.

    Reply
  495. Panna says

    December 12th, 2011 at 8:05 am

    LECHON! I would love some lechon this Christmas! 🙂

    Reply
  496. Janet says

    December 12th, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    I just love seeing all my friends whom I don’t get to see much during the year.

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  497. Audrey says

    December 12th, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    I can’t wait for Christmas, it’s probably my favorite holiday. Everyone getting together, giving each other gifts. Holiday parties, the decorations, Christmas lights and fun holiday makeup! Anyway, I can’t wait. Have a great holiday!

    Reply
  498. Regina says

    December 13th, 2011 at 12:59 pm

    I watched “its a wonderful life” this weekend for the FIRST time and it is now my #2 Christmas movie. Happy holidays!

    Reply
  499. Wynell says

    December 17th, 2011 at 9:38 am

    Almost done with my Christmas shopping

    Reply

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