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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Cubicle Life, On A Personal Note, The 15 yr Old, The 5 yr Old · January 4, 2010

A Life Without Make-up


I was out this weekend doing the usual running of errands and playing taxi for the kids and one of my neighbors who just had a baby a few days ago invited me into her home to see the new baby. As I was leaving, she tells me, “You are always so fabulous. I hope I am that way when I am a mother.”

I laughed because it’s a little funny to me. Some people have an idea in their heads that when you become a mother, you have to be dowdy and drab. Of course that is not the case. Being a mother is a stressful job which can be challenging, but I also am a believer of keeping up my appearance and staying somewhat fashionable while doing so. BUT at the same time, I am not living a glamourous life by any means. I do enjoy just being a plane Jane of sorts and enjoying a life without make-up. This is true.

For instance, when I went grocery shopping on Sunday, I did so in beret, sweatpants and t-shirt sans make-up. Far from fabulosity but I still felt beautiful. Make-up doesn’t define me. It gives me extra pizazz, makes me stand out in a crowd, but it’s not me. At the end of the day, I enjoy sitting at the house or running errands with a clean face, hair in a ponytail over being all dolled up. I can be plain or I can be fab. I still do both with appeal.

Being fabulous is hard. And at the end of the day, I just want to be me. I appreciate being looked upon as a glamourous mother of two, but when I look in the mirror, I don’t see that. I just see a 34 year old woman with a teen and a kindergartner making her way through life.

What do you see?

What are your thoughts on being fabulous while being a mother? Do you think it’s over the top when you see a mother out and about all glammed up? Let’s discuss!

This is usually how I look when not going to work, sans make-up
So unfabulous....but so me!

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Comments

  1. Majesty says

    January 4, 2010 at 7:03 pm

    Always sexy with or without makeup. That's my Louie Girl 😉

    Reply
    • Dannigyrl says

      January 4, 2010 at 7:11 pm

      Thank you sweets! Happy New Year! And thanks for reading my blog.

      Reply
  2. DeeGee says

    January 4, 2010 at 8:04 pm

    I really love this post. I never wore makeup until 2 years ago and and was really startled that the day came (2 months ago) where I was ahh I have no makeup on. Don't look at me! That was a wake up call becuase you're right it shouldn't define us as women. now i have days where i wear it (usually fridays lol) and on most days I just apply sunscreen, lip balm, and call it a day! 🙂

    Reply
    • Dannigyrl says

      January 4, 2010 at 9:11 pm

      Absolutely. I have also recently fell in love with make-up (eye make-up most notably), and it is a fun and fabulous. But at the end of the day, if you can't be happy with yourself stripped down, then make-up is no longer an accessory. It's a mask. Thanks for reading.

      Reply
  3. amber says

    January 5, 2010 at 12:34 am

    Gorgeous! I love your smile and you just ooze a natural beauty that is rare in others. I love that you posted this, it makes me smile. Mwah! xoxo

    Reply
    • Dannigyrl says

      January 5, 2010 at 1:17 am

      Oh wow, thanks. I feel just as comfortable with make-up as without it. I think it should play up our positive areas, not coat them or cover them. Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  4. youngbrothas says

    January 5, 2010 at 4:08 am

    No need for makeup at all!

    Reply
  5. Tayo says

    January 5, 2010 at 1:12 am

    Well, not a mother, but I rarely wear makeup. Special occasions only and then pretty lightly. Makeup is too much work for me to maintain throughout the day!

    Reply
    • Dannigyrl says

      January 5, 2010 at 1:15 am

      As a make-up maven, I love the look make-up gives. But it is just that. Make-up. An accessory. I don't ever want to feel like I can't be seen without it. And you always look nice without make-up. Very beautiful!

      Reply
  6. Nicole says

    January 6, 2010 at 7:55 pm

    I think its great when women can compliment one another. That’s beauty in its self. I’m don’t wear make up often. Only on special occasions. I do think when a woman can apply her make up well she’s an artist.

    Reply
  7. glamazini says

    October 26, 2011 at 11:40 am

    I’m not a mom so I’ll respond speculatively. I plan on being glamorous no matter what. I don’t see kids as a reason to change how I am already so I intend to paint my face … or not … and still be stepping.

    Reply

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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