Salaam.
Just a quick update! Today was my fourth day of the Challenge! It's still hard, and my abs are really, really sore; I almost didn't do it today. But thank goodness I did! The Roll-up, V-ups? I'm still doing a set of 10 reps instead of 25 but today, I swear to god, they were a little bit easier and my legs went up a little bit higher doing the "V" part. HOLY EXPLETIVE, BATMAN. This is nuts. This is even better motivation than a couple pounds of weight loss. Seriously.
xoxo
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Handmade Chandelier Earrings
Salaam.
Yes, I know the title gives it away, but I wanted to share these earrings with you all, and I don't care if I'm tooting my own horn!
These beauties were hard work. I swear I poured my soul into them, and I'm very proud. I think now that I have one under my belt, the second pair will be easier to make, but whether/when I make them or not depends on when I can finally get my Etsy/website running. Like I said before, it's been a busy, busy semester.
I buy my supplies at Cambridge Beadworks (Boston Bead Company, and they posted the earrings on their Facebook page. I feel pretty lucky, subhanAllah.
xoxo
Yes, I know the title gives it away, but I wanted to share these earrings with you all, and I don't care if I'm tooting my own horn!
These chandelier earrings are entirely in sterling silver, with Swarovski crystal beads in a purple theme. Each horse-shoe loop is handmade.
These beauties were hard work. I swear I poured my soul into them, and I'm very proud. I think now that I have one under my belt, the second pair will be easier to make, but whether/when I make them or not depends on when I can finally get my Etsy/website running. Like I said before, it's been a busy, busy semester.
I buy my supplies at Cambridge Beadworks (Boston Bead Company, and they posted the earrings on their Facebook page. I feel pretty lucky, subhanAllah.
xoxo
This Isn't Sweat; It's Liquid Awesome (part I)
Salaam.
It's been a rough few months. School's been kicking my behind, and what with a full time job, I have had zero gym time. I know. It's gross. As in, my clothes are being stretched. Blech. Next semester I will also be busy. My Millipore contract has been extended through the end of January, but inshaAllah I will also be starting a volunteer position at Lahey Clinic (keep your fingers crossed!). In addition, there is one course that I want to take: Anatomy & Physiology II. Anyway, we'll see. Regardless, there will gym time a-plenty....or at least more than now. d:
BUT. Since there is no time like the present, I have decided to give the 300/30 Day Challenge a try (http://www.thepetiteathleat.com/p/the-300.html). I began last night (midnight on Dec1), and just finished my second set. I'll be honest, I cut out the Leg Climbers. I. Can't. Do. Them. They're so hard. I can even manage to do the Roll-Up, V-Ups, if not well, but I can't seem to figure that one out. I took before pictures (for my eyes only) and some measurements, and I'll be sure to post again when the month is over with any changes. I think there might be, if I stay disciplined about it. I can already feel a burn! I read a blog post in which the woman said the first four days are the hardest. She is far more fit than I, so maybe it'll be a week for me. ( :
xoxo
It's been a rough few months. School's been kicking my behind, and what with a full time job, I have had zero gym time. I know. It's gross. As in, my clothes are being stretched. Blech. Next semester I will also be busy. My Millipore contract has been extended through the end of January, but inshaAllah I will also be starting a volunteer position at Lahey Clinic (keep your fingers crossed!). In addition, there is one course that I want to take: Anatomy & Physiology II. Anyway, we'll see. Regardless, there will gym time a-plenty....or at least more than now. d:
BUT. Since there is no time like the present, I have decided to give the 300/30 Day Challenge a try (http://www.thepetiteathleat.com/p/the-300.html). I began last night (midnight on Dec1), and just finished my second set. I'll be honest, I cut out the Leg Climbers. I. Can't. Do. Them. They're so hard. I can even manage to do the Roll-Up, V-Ups, if not well, but I can't seem to figure that one out. I took before pictures (for my eyes only) and some measurements, and I'll be sure to post again when the month is over with any changes. I think there might be, if I stay disciplined about it. I can already feel a burn! I read a blog post in which the woman said the first four days are the hardest. She is far more fit than I, so maybe it'll be a week for me. ( :
xoxo
Monday, August 27, 2012
Metallic Mani
Salaam.
I've been meaning to post a new mani, but obviously I haven't been posting much lately. BUT! I recently was given a beautiful gift. Three sets of Michael Kors skinny buckle bangles, in gold tone, rose gold tone, and silver tone (pictured below). I love them! The reason I got three was to wear one of each. I know, I know. My Char spoils me.
My current mani, which I LOVELOVELOVE, is an homage to the gift, and to my dear beloved. Done in Essie Penny Talk, Maybelline ColorShow Bold Gold for the accent nails, and Maybelling ColorShow Pedal to the Metal for the tape funky french tips.
I've been meaning to post a new mani, but obviously I haven't been posting much lately. BUT! I recently was given a beautiful gift. Three sets of Michael Kors skinny buckle bangles, in gold tone, rose gold tone, and silver tone (pictured below). I love them! The reason I got three was to wear one of each. I know, I know. My Char spoils me.
My current mani, which I LOVELOVELOVE, is an homage to the gift, and to my dear beloved. Done in Essie Penny Talk, Maybelline ColorShow Bold Gold for the accent nails, and Maybelling ColorShow Pedal to the Metal for the tape funky french tips.
xoxo
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