Lifestyle Updates

Who doesn't love a life update?! I'm back, by popular demand. And I wanted to share some changes I want to make before the summer is over. Check it out!

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Fashion

I like to switch things up on a regular basis. I have a lot of clothes that I've had for years. And there is nothing wrong with that, but I need a change. I wanted to revamp my closet for a while now, but I have a budget (as everyone should). Therefore, I plan to go to a few thrift stores before the summer is over to bring a new look into my wardrobe

Health

My friend, Sophia, and I are challenging ourselves to cut out sugar from our diets for one week. I started today, and it's safe to say I'm not thrilled about it. But, I am excited to see how it impacts me. I have also been working out more. Today, I went on the treadmill and walked for 28 minutes at various speeds and ran for 2 minutes in at the 23 minute mark (I'm trying to get back into running, so I'm starting at short intervals).

Hair

I have been co-washing my hair a lot more since it is shorter. I also finally found a hair-care regime. This all started when I found out that an ingredient in ECO styling gel could possibly lead to cancer. When I found that out, I decided it probably would be a good idea to find a new gel. I was already using Aunt Jackie's conditioner, so I wanted to see how the other products work. I bought the flaxseed gel and a moisturizing detangling cream. I love the combination of these three products. My hair has been a lot curlier and versatile.

Friendships

I find that I limit myself to the same two or three people and when I don't have them around, I don't do anything. Well, I can't limit myself to those people as they are all going to Florence this semester. I've been trying to open up to people and let down my "what do you want from me" guard. It has been working! I reconnected with an old friend from almost 7 years ago. I've been talking more at my internship. And, I plan to meet new people with all the clubs and meetings I will be going to in this upcoming semester. Let me be clear, I do have other friends besides my two best friends, I just don't talk to them as often (which I will be doing soon). I'm excited to meet new people!

Wants

I have been writing down everything I want in the near future (driver's license, car, new camera, etc.) and how I am going to get it. Surprisingly, I have already crossed off some things off of my list (they were small things that mainly had to do with my job, but it's still something). For example, I found out that Beyonce is coming to town the day before I leave for school. Tickets were originally $100-200 for the seats in the back. Now, they are about $54. ANNNDDD TLC and En Vouge are coming to the Ohio State Fair. Yes, I will be out some money, but it will be a great end to my summer. AND I am going back to a paying job, so I'll make it back up. But, I really want to try to make my wants happen. So, I am documenting them and figuring out how to make them come to life.