NEW YEAR, OLD ME (HOPEFULLY)
I’m in a bit of a funk, a little slump that I can’t seem to get out of it. I just can’t seem to get going, AT ALL, ya know? Despite it being the month of fresh starts and new beginnings, I’m just over here still trying to clear away Christmas decorations in the middle of January.
I’ve just stopped looking after myself in every way possible. Self care has left the building as I care for a couple of growing boys and I’m not talking about just vanity. I never go to the doctor anymore, I’d literally want a leg hanging off in order to make an appointment. I’m not doing any of my lady check ups. Shame on me! Let’s not forget the dentist, oh my goodness, the dentist. My teeth have completely moved since having the boys. They just don’t look like my teeth anymore. It’s crazy! So have I been to the dentist like a normal person? Eh. NO, because apparently I don’t have the time which is absolutely ridiculous. I have plenty of time and it will be one of the first jobs I tackle this year.
On top of this, I just don’t feel like myself anymore. I used to love jumping out of bed and putting a bit of makeup on, do my hair and always had cute boots and a nice coat on. Lately, makeup is out the window, hair scraped back unless I’m working and LADS, I’m still in maternity leggings, 15 months later! I feel like I’m outside my own body watching this imposter just procrastinate and run around all day long without ever seeming to accomplish anything. It’s just not me, I don’t like it. I need the old me back. I need some energy and a little motivation!!!
So what am I going to do? I’ll tell you what!!
First up I’m making my dentist appointment, I have to sort out this snaggle tooth once and for all and I would wager a guess that I need at least 4 fillings. I might get bloods done too, just to see am I lacking anything. I need to mind myself for the boys, not just me anymore.
Then I’m going to try to do a wardrobe cleanse. I need to let go of all the things that are never going to fit me again. It’s only driving me mad. I have to figure out what suits this new shape of mine and buy some staples for day to day so I can stop looking like a complete slob. Lol. If I’m going to wear leggings then I should at least have some good ones!
I also really, really need to start going to bed earlier. It’s a bad habit that started when Tom was born. I used to find that I could only get things done when he was asleep so I would be up until all hours just pottering around the house, playing catch up. It’s so pointless because then I’m absolutely exhausted then next day - it’s a vicious cycle.
I need to drink more water, I really, really struggle with it but I think it could be one of the biggest reasons my energy is low.
Last but not least MY FACE, in particular, skincare! Something I’ve completely neglected in recent months. I’ve been working with Bobbi Brown for the last few months and when the latest package arrived I squealed with delight. It was so clean and shiny and I needed everything in the box. This particular job has been so well timed.
It’s what I needed to ease me into this whole “finding the old me” saga that I’m about to embark on. I was allowed to choose the products to feature so obviously they are all ones I love.
I’ll go through them briefly now…
FYI: Bobbi Brown are the loveliest people to deal with and they genuinely want you to only talk about products you love and in a way that makes you comfortable. I said it before and I’ll say it again, this is such a dream job for me.
Soothing Cleansing Oil
One of Bobbi’s customer favourites. This cleansing oil contains Jasmine Flower, White Water Lily and Goji Berry extract and helps to soothe and nourish the skin whilst removing even stubborn eye makeup. It is such a treat to use, I love any cleanser that involves a hot facecloth at the end.
Extra Eye Repair Cream
This is one of my favourite products. It feels so cooling when applied and just makes me look a little a little fresher (at least on the outside!).
Extra Face Oil
Oh my goodness. Pure indulgence, smells like you’re having a spa treatment With a moisturising, softening, and conditioning blend of Vitamin E and sesame, sweet-almond, olive, and jojoba oils - massage this in at night for the ultimate treat. Heavenly!
Vitamin Enriched Face Base
Not much I can say about this that I haven’t said before! Adore it, like a drink for my skin and my makeup just sits so much better over it - not to mention, the smell is just divine.
Radiance Boost Face Mask
This Superfine Walnut Grain and Orange Oil Exfoliating Mask is beautiful! It really just brightens your complexion and and softens your skins texture. With it’s grainy texture and nourishing base, this mask is an all rounder.
Extra Illuminating Moisturising Balm
Just beautiful worn alone or under makeup. Some of my favourite makeup artists swear by this so of course I need it all the time now because I do whatever they tell me. The luminising moisturising balm imparts an instant glow with pearl particles, a burst of hydration and long-term skin-improving benefits that help energise a tired, dull complexion to bring back its natural radiance.
Extra Lip Tint - Bare Pink
This sheer but super moisturising lip tint is a dream. All the benefits of a nourishing balm but with the added bonus of a natural pink stain. Perfect for the days where you only have time for quick makeup!
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So, I’m off now to do a face mask, make some lists and try to get some order on this life of mine!
J x
