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Weird Things I Like to Do

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I mean…there are so just many things, and most of them are silly like…

1. Using two mugs to drink coffee

When the automatic warmer in my coffee maker shuts off and the coffee isn’t as hot as I’d like it to be, I grab two mugs — one mug that I use in the microwave to warm up the coffee, and a second “fancy mug,” which I pour the hot coffee into and drink from.

Now, I could save a step and just drink directly from the first mug…but it’s too hot to hold when it comes out of the microwave, LOL!

2. Pretending I’m the cat paw-parazzi

Why do I derive so much joy out of taking covert pictures of Tabs?? I like to hide behind the couch or peek around corners to catch him in the act of…doing something. These days, it’s usually just him napping (because he’s old), but it’s still weirdly fun.

3. Posting weirdo face pics that have absolutely no context

Me: Stop posting weird pictures of yourself on the Interwebz without any context!

Also me:

4. Divvying up workout leggings between public versus private

I separate my workout pants into two categories. The first: leggings fit for wearing in public, like to HIIT class, running errands, grabbing coffee. They’re generally high-waisted, have no holes and are the right size.

To be honest, I only have like four pairs that meet this criteria.

The second category: private leggings. These are the leggings that are worn solely around the house, like to run on the treadmill or to clean. They’ve got a lower waist (so, muffin top city), they’re usually a little too snug (borderline obscene), typically have holes, and/or they’re an obnoxious color or print.

Not surprisingly, 80% of my leggings fall into this category… I need to just Kon Mari the sh*t out of them already.

5. Making lazy-girl smoothies

I start with a base of a pre-made juice, then add fresh produce like blueberries and spinach. Then I whip it all together in my Ninja.

Please tell me I’m not alone in doing these things…

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

P.S. tgif. 🙂

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  1. I have private and public leggings also! It really just depends on how potentially ~see through~ they are…I have also been known to send ugly face mask selfies to the group chat from time to time lol

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  2. Not leggings, but I wear skirts to work every day, so pantyhose. Once they get holes and runs in them, they go to the “wear with jeans” category.

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    • You wear pantyhose under your jeans? I have never seen anyone do that or heard of it. Very curious as how and why you do this. Sorry if my curiosity comes across as rude. I am seriously just very curious about this.

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      • I used to be a runway model and got used to wearing pantyhose under most clothing because it doesn’t create bumps and lines. I guess I never lost the habit. It never occurred to me that it was anything strange.

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  3. I also love taking covert pictures of Elvis the cat. Sometimes he swipes at me when he sees me doing it. I also like to make to send weirdo face pics to my boyfriend.

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  4. I used to take tons of covert pictures of Nora. Sometimes when she was napping she’d open only one eye and give me this look that sort of said, “Can’t you see I’m napping here? Why are you being so annoying?”
    I only own three pairs of leggings, so I guess they’re all public leggings. They’re all high waisted and very thick and plush but I only ever wear them when I go to the gym. Usually I can’t wait to peel them off once I get home.

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    • I’m wearing a pair right now (I just took Connor to her first dance class! I figured I should wear something I can move in) and TBH I’m gonna change into some jeans ASAP. My jean situation really is no better but at least I don’t feel like my booty is hanging out.

      I hope you print out all those pics of Nora kitty and put them in an album.

      What are you guys up to this weekend?

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  5. This post is why I love you and why I’ve been a loyal reader for years. So much fun. So much education. The coffee tip thing is simply brilliant. I don’t know why I’ve never thought of doing this. I’m always microwaving my coffeeeeeee.

    Also, I’m giving you permission to thank that stack of private leggings for their service to you and put them to rest. They’ve been good to you. It’s time for them to go to legging heaven.

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  7. I do surprise paparazzi on my kids which is especially fun to me because they’re 11 and 13 years old now, and easily embarrassed by their mom. I enjoy their mortification. lol. 😉

    I also reheat tea in the “microwave” mug and pour it into my fancy mug because I have fancy mugs.

    I have a stack of private vs public tee-shirts. One that has a picture of cat wearing a hat that has a marijuana leaf on it. (It was a gift.) I only wear it in my house when I’m home alone because I’m trying to be a good influence on my children.

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  8. I have around-the-house-only clothes because I’m notorious for splattering/smearing/wiping things all over myself while cooking or cleaning. I’m guessing Marie Kondo doesn’t have that problem, since it’s not covered in her book. (Which I love, btw.) She looks like she might be just a bit ‘precious’, as we say in the South.

    Maybe save the three least beat up pairs of leggings? Or throw them all away and go on a leggings shopping spree!!!!

    And speaking of coffee cups (really smooth segue there), I bought one on clearance for $2.50 the other day that says “I followed my heart and it led me to Homegoods”. I knew you’d approve. 🙂

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  9. What you do with leggings, I do with T-shirts. I think it is a great idea to mix premade juice with produce -its healthy and efficient! By the way, Karen, Congratulations! I saw on google today that you made the top 42 Best Beauty Blogs of All Time!! (you are #31, but I am sure we would all agree you are really #1!)
    TGIF and have a great weekend.

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  13. Oh yes, the private vs public leggings thing goes on here too…Love that photo of Tabs with the lovely hearts!!!! Ragnar woke me up at 5am by burrowing his favourite toy under the duvet and then pouncing on it. Over and over again…

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  14. I love the blue eyeshadow too! Gosh, Karen, it’s exactly what I used to wear when I first started wearing makeup!!! I too love your openness with your silliness and candor! I have also been a long time fan… I’ve been with you for several years. Quirkiness makes the world go round!!!

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  15. Thank you for making me laugh with your comments on your “public” leggings. You got me with “and are the right size”. HAHA! I do that with all my clothes.

    I’m going to feed into your addiction, here, but I’ve always loved that rainbow unicorn photo. Which I don’t think is actually a unicorn but it’s what the look reminds me of. 🙂

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  16. Where’s the Wonder Woman Mac post, that was the most epic post EVER!! I know it’s from a while back but that was my intro to MBB and as a huge WW fan I LOVED IT!!

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