When was the last time you played hopscotch? — because for the life of me I don’t remember it being this cardiovascularly taxing. Yesterday I introduced Connor Claire to this classic playground game, and after I demonstrated a few rounds, I had to stop to take a breather and contemplate my life choices. LOL!
Was it always this hard? 😂
Now that I think about it, I should figure out a way to turn hopscotch into the latest and greatest fitness craze. Hmm…
On to today’s reading. Short and sweet Saturday Surfing today because, apparently, I need to work on my cardio, so I’m off to run a couple miles on the treadmill!
- “During a global crisis, it might even feel a bit trivial to pull out your makeup bag and go to town on bronzer. But experts say it can actually make a huge difference in navigating these unpredictable and overwhelming circumstances.” <------ THIS. People are still wearing makeup while social distancing, and I’m all for it.
- Like many people around the world right now, freelance makeup artists and hairstylists are feeling the long-term effects of COVID-19 on their finances and business.
- El Hub asked me the other day if I could cut his hair, and I was like, “WHA?” I sashayed out the room like I didn’t hear him because I’ve never cut anybody’s hair except my own, which only happened under extreme duress once in the middle of the night with a blunt pair of scissors (needless to say, the situation and outcome weren’t ideal).
Anywho! If he asks again, I might forward him these tips from barbers on how to cut your own hair at home, and these pics of dudes doing it themselves.
- Speaking of hair, here’s how to give yours a little extra TLC, in case it needs it right now.
- And here’s how to stylishly keep your mane out of your face, according to restaurant workers (all of which I hope will have jobs when this crisis is over).
- If I had a gel manicure that needed to be removed right now, I’d be tearing my hair out FOR REALS. If you’re in a bind and need to remove a gel-mani, here’s some expert advice on how to do it at home without totally ruining your nails.
- Can cats have nightmares? 🙀 Short answer is yes they can.
- According to an animal behavior expert, this is why cats shove their butts in your face. 🐈
- The person behind what is regarded as one of the world’s best-smelling lotions shares her favorite scents.
What are you up to today? Did you know it was Saturday when you got up this morning? All of my days are blurring together…
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Savannah says
April 4th, 2020 at 10:53 amI totally get the “keeping up with maintenance” thing. Even more now. My work, doesn’t exactly do much for me, and I really scaled down my makeup routine (but this isn’t how I like to look, it’s just… I take a long time to apply and my two hour commute is not worth waking up earlier to do it) but … as my fiancé and I are struggling to find ways to get food delivered or pickup (so far nothing is available) as waiting in packed lines for hours on end only for the majority of our list to be sold out is not an option… I’m feeling spikes of stress and panic. Today’s plans include a bath, maybe makeup and a walk outside.
Jane says
April 4th, 2020 at 12:22 pmI’m lucky enough that I can work at home right now, but I HAVE to put my makeup on, otherwise I just don’t feel “on duty”. This whole situation is awful and putting my makeup on also helps me to feel a bit more normal. I hope everything is sorted out sooner rather than later, but I’m not sure it will be. I work for the NHS and so I’m surrounded with information about this virus. I will carry on putting on my Chanel lipstick and hoping for the best. Stay safe!
Suzanne C says
April 4th, 2020 at 12:57 pmIt’s peak allergy season here, so I’ve been skipping makeup lately. I’d wipe it all off between the watery eyes and runny nose. I am still trying to wear more than yoga pants and baggy tees. (Today’s outfit: skinny jeans and a gray tee with a big, sparkly red sequin heart.)
Wow, hopscotch, that’s some old-school exercise. You should try a hula-hoop next. 😊
Julia Stryzhenko says
April 4th, 2020 at 1:19 pmThank you, Karen, for posting links to interesting and useful info.
Reading your page is very calming. In times of stress we are looking for something comforting.
And your page does the job for me!
Carolyn says
April 4th, 2020 at 2:13 pmOMG…our cat climbs onto my husband’s chest at night and sticks her butt in his face. And we thought she was just being annoying!
Chelsea says
April 4th, 2020 at 3:11 pmAm I weird for not liking the smell of the Brazilian Bum Bum cream? Too strong for me! Also good to know why cats put their bums in your face! Mina had no tail, so hers was always hanging out.
I get nightmares (I wake up yelling or screaming) and Hettie is always really concerned when it happens because she sleeps right next to me.
Tatiana says
April 4th, 2020 at 3:44 pmYou’re not weird. I don’t like the smell of Bum Bum cream either. Fragrance preferences are very personal.
Tatiana says
April 4th, 2020 at 3:37 pmHopscotch! Just this past Tuesday Dear Husband and I went for a walk in our town and someone had drawn a hopscotch board on the sidewalk in our neighborhood. He asked me what it was, so of course I had to demonstrate. Only one pass though.
I was in a total funk yesterday and decided to put on makeup around 4 p.m. Dear Husband asked what I was doing. When I told him I was trying to cheer myself up and it didn’t work. He said he’d rather have me happy without makeup than in a sour mood with makeup.
When we first got married I used to cut Dear Husband’s hair all the time since money was tight. He started going to the barber because he said I took too long. Despite my slowness, I might have to give him a haircut again, or at least a trim.
Julia says
April 4th, 2020 at 6:40 pmMy husband did the same thing to me. He said, “I have to tell you something.” I’m thinking, “What? You have a cough?! You have a fever?!” He says, “I think you’re going to have to cut my hair.” I laughed hysterically and almost fell out of my chair. We’re both doctors but not first line responders. Things are a little tense around our home, but I got a really good laugh out of that. Thank you for your blog. I’ve been reading since 2008 or 2009, and right now your blog is a comfort to me.
mylinda says
April 4th, 2020 at 8:10 pmBecause my husband has gotten frustrated with finding a stylist who can properly cut his hair, we have been doing it at home for years now. The best advice I can offer, if anyone will take it, is to get a pair of clippers. You can buy an inexpensive one online so you can get a sense of what it’s like. We don’t expect to have to do this forever so there is no need to invest a lot of money on one right now.
I find that while he can trim his hair on his own, he has a lot of trouble getting the back to look right, even with mirrors. This is where I come in. Personally, I like the cheap cordless Philips clippers better than the expensive “professional” Wahl one because the Wahl is so heavy and vibrates intensely. My father in law offers this advice: keep your hand steady when holding the clippers. Kinda hard when the thing is heavy and vibrates. I take my time and I’m not a hairdresser so with patience we get his hair to look better than the way an inexpensive salon might get it to because I know the shape of his head and I have figured out what not to do.
At the end of the day it’s just hair. It grows back. Just trim a little at a time because if the stay at home order lifts and he will need it professionally fixed, it’s very hard to fix bald spots. If you try it, you might find that it’s something that the two of you will enjoy together. (Great for a few giggles in the beginning for sure) good luck!