Kim turns 50 this year and all Hell's breaking loose. It's a mad, mad, mad world of mascara, motherhood, mentalpause, momzillas, and matrimonial misadventures! Join me, we'll be kicking lash and taking names!
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Tuesday, November 10, 2015
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Thursday, November 5, 2015
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Thursday, April 30, 2015
Younique’s Stiff Upper Lip Lip Stain
EAT< DRINK< SMOOCH- IT'S STILL THERE!!!
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Sunday, April 19, 2015
Tender Mercies
Hello out there...
It's a beautiful Sunday afternoon in Florida, and as I sit in a quiet house with the hubs, and he is doing the dishes for us, I am thinking about the phrase "tender mercies." To me, these are the moments in life when you can just catch a break, catch a breath, a bit of good luck- where God is working for you and you can just EXHALE.
Life can sure be busy and chaotic and stressful day to day. But there is almost always SOMETHING good happening in your life - a tender mercy- to give you some strength to keep going. Maybe it's a little refund check that shows up at just the right time, or an unexpected hug and "I love you, Mom" from your son/daughter, or a chivalrous moment from your spouse...a pat on the back from your boss... a sermon that resonates and lifts your spirits in church... whatever it is- savor the tender mercies in your life, feed off of them.
I think these moments are very powerful if you pay attention to them and give them the weight they deserve.
XO
Kim
Saturday, April 18, 2015
Take the Shine 14-day Challenge from Younique
You will LOVE these cloths, try for 14 days, LOVE them or full refund! @https://www.youniqueproducts.com/kimkickslash/party/1718608/view
Show Stopper Collection from Younique
Awesome Mother's Day present, save over $44 and get the gorgeous makeup bag too!! https://www.youniqueproducts.com/kimkickslash/…/1718608/view
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Winning!
Hello Folks,
I hope everyone had wonderful holidays and are excited for the new year! I know I am!
I wanted to talk for moment about Online Games... Ay, those suckers are addictive! I thought I had kicked the habit when I started my Younique business, and I did, for a time. But over the holidays I had a little bit of extra time on my hands and those little buggers sucked me right back in! I'm not a Candy Crusher,but I was playing a variety of other games with vigor! And I realized - this is not good for SO many reasons. I was losing sleep, losing valuable time, gaining weight, etc... So I deleted every stinkin' game from my Facebook profile. All gone! But it made me think... why do you suppose they are so addicting? And I think - at least for me- I know why.
We want to be winners.
That's it. We crave the high of winning. It feels great, right? To conquer a level, get a bonus, etc... Everyone likes to gamble and win. But here's the thing... what are you really winning? Hooray, I got to level 235 of Papa Pear Saga! And... ? Hmm.
I decided to delete all of my games because I realize that there are many other more productive, even lucrative ways to WIN. I choose to get my high by sharing my awesome business, interacting with people, building my skills, and making money and a better life for myself and my family. So, instead of spending time chasing levels on silly games, I am chasing levels of achievement in my business/career, getting more exercise, losing weight, accomplishing things that enrich my life.
WINNING!
XO
Kim
I hope everyone had wonderful holidays and are excited for the new year! I know I am!
I wanted to talk for moment about Online Games... Ay, those suckers are addictive! I thought I had kicked the habit when I started my Younique business, and I did, for a time. But over the holidays I had a little bit of extra time on my hands and those little buggers sucked me right back in! I'm not a Candy Crusher,but I was playing a variety of other games with vigor! And I realized - this is not good for SO many reasons. I was losing sleep, losing valuable time, gaining weight, etc... So I deleted every stinkin' game from my Facebook profile. All gone! But it made me think... why do you suppose they are so addicting? And I think - at least for me- I know why.
We want to be winners.
That's it. We crave the high of winning. It feels great, right? To conquer a level, get a bonus, etc... Everyone likes to gamble and win. But here's the thing... what are you really winning? Hooray, I got to level 235 of Papa Pear Saga! And... ? Hmm.
I decided to delete all of my games because I realize that there are many other more productive, even lucrative ways to WIN. I choose to get my high by sharing my awesome business, interacting with people, building my skills, and making money and a better life for myself and my family. So, instead of spending time chasing levels on silly games, I am chasing levels of achievement in my business/career, getting more exercise, losing weight, accomplishing things that enrich my life.
WINNING!
XO
Kim
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
SLEEP DEPRIVATION
Is anyone else feeling a little sleep-deprived lately??
In the whirling dervish of life, how do you find time to get in 8 hours of restful sleep? I can't remember the last time I did. I suspect many of my readers feel the same.
Is it because we are just WAYYY overstimulated? Think about it... we now have access to hundreds of tv channels, plus Hulu, Netflix, etc... igadgets aplenty, we can track how we exercise, eat, sleep, drink, shop, poop...(well, maybe not, but it's coming lol.)
We have social networking, WORK, kids, extra-curricular activiities of said kids, birth-WEEKs instead of birthdays to plan for- don't even get me started on the major production birthdays have become- where in this chaotic existence is there time for rest? It seems like the more data and stimulation we have access to, the more we need, and that supercedes the desire for rest.
I know I am on to something here, because I don't know if you've noticed, but there are actually whole stores devoted to CPAP machines to help people get better sleep. There are the very popular sleep number beds as well. There are cooling pillows, memory foam mattresses, sleep sounds machines. Sleep assistance is becoming an actual industry that goes way beyond earplugs and warm milk.
Here's my suggestion. Put away the laptop, PS4, LED flatscreen with supersonic soundbar, tablets, and smartphones. Let the kids be unproductive and go to bed early a few nights a week- I swear they will still be well-rounded, well-socialized little geniuses. End your work at the time you stop getting paid for it - ie: 5pm or thereabouts, and....
just STOP, drop, and snooze.
I think we'd all feel alot better.
Goodnite folkzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
In the whirling dervish of life, how do you find time to get in 8 hours of restful sleep? I can't remember the last time I did. I suspect many of my readers feel the same.
Is it because we are just WAYYY overstimulated? Think about it... we now have access to hundreds of tv channels, plus Hulu, Netflix, etc... igadgets aplenty, we can track how we exercise, eat, sleep, drink, shop, poop...(well, maybe not, but it's coming lol.)
We have social networking, WORK, kids, extra-curricular activiities of said kids, birth-WEEKs instead of birthdays to plan for- don't even get me started on the major production birthdays have become- where in this chaotic existence is there time for rest? It seems like the more data and stimulation we have access to, the more we need, and that supercedes the desire for rest.
I know I am on to something here, because I don't know if you've noticed, but there are actually whole stores devoted to CPAP machines to help people get better sleep. There are the very popular sleep number beds as well. There are cooling pillows, memory foam mattresses, sleep sounds machines. Sleep assistance is becoming an actual industry that goes way beyond earplugs and warm milk.
Here's my suggestion. Put away the laptop, PS4, LED flatscreen with supersonic soundbar, tablets, and smartphones. Let the kids be unproductive and go to bed early a few nights a week- I swear they will still be well-rounded, well-socialized little geniuses. End your work at the time you stop getting paid for it - ie: 5pm or thereabouts, and....
just STOP, drop, and snooze.
I think we'd all feel alot better.
Goodnite folkzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Kim Kicks Lash: Pour Some Glitter On Me...
Kim Kicks Lash: Pour Some Glitter On Me...: I am such a girly girl. I just didn't want to admit it for many many years. I was the one who never wore makeup, always wore solid col...
Pour Some Glitter On Me...
I am such a girly girl. I just didn't want to admit it for many many years. I was the one who never wore makeup, always wore solid colors, hung with the boys, and prided myself on thinking like a man.
Until...
Younique.
What the H-E-double toothpicks happened!?!!
Ladies, here's the fabulous truth... MAKEUP is a gateway drug.
It started with putting on a little mascara because I had to represent my product. Then I was BLENDING eye pigments, using brushes and sponges and PRIMER, for gosh sakes! Don't even get me started about lip gloss.
Since I was wearing the makeup, I guess I HAD to change my wardrobe. So my solid sensibles gave way to printed chiffon, skirts, and the first dress I have owned in over 15 years.
Then, since I had a new face and new clothes, I REALLLY needed to ACCESSORIZE. Of course! Nevermind that previously I may have owned 3 pieces of jewelry that I actually wore. Now I have a full collection of costume jewelry - rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants... I am just a-clinking and a-twinking all over town now!
So, if you are keeping up with the progression:
1. Makeup (ie; gateway drug)
2. Girly clothes
3. Accessories
So guess what I did today- and this takes the cake:
That's right, GLITTERY NAIL POLISH!
I believe that completes my transition from "think like a man" to "act like a lady!"
And before you say that 50 year olds shouldn't wear shimmery eye shadow or glitter nail polish, save your breath! Younique, you have created a GIRLY-MONSTER and I cannot be stopped!
Time for my pink champagne and candlelit bubble bath...
XO
Kim
Until...
Younique.
What the H-E-double toothpicks happened!?!!
Ladies, here's the fabulous truth... MAKEUP is a gateway drug.
It started with putting on a little mascara because I had to represent my product. Then I was BLENDING eye pigments, using brushes and sponges and PRIMER, for gosh sakes! Don't even get me started about lip gloss.
Since I was wearing the makeup, I guess I HAD to change my wardrobe. So my solid sensibles gave way to printed chiffon, skirts, and the first dress I have owned in over 15 years.
Then, since I had a new face and new clothes, I REALLLY needed to ACCESSORIZE. Of course! Nevermind that previously I may have owned 3 pieces of jewelry that I actually wore. Now I have a full collection of costume jewelry - rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants... I am just a-clinking and a-twinking all over town now!
So, if you are keeping up with the progression:
1. Makeup (ie; gateway drug)
2. Girly clothes
3. Accessories
So guess what I did today- and this takes the cake:
That's right, GLITTERY NAIL POLISH!
I believe that completes my transition from "think like a man" to "act like a lady!"
And before you say that 50 year olds shouldn't wear shimmery eye shadow or glitter nail polish, save your breath! Younique, you have created a GIRLY-MONSTER and I cannot be stopped!
Time for my pink champagne and candlelit bubble bath...
XO
Kim
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Ode To A Staycation...
Oh how I love a staycation! Let me count the ways...
I love thee as I wake at 10
I love thee as I nap at 3
I love thee as I wear my jammies all day
I love thee as I watch endless tv
I love thee time to read that book
Or find new recipes to cook
I love thee as I putter around
If I sing and nobody's here to listen, did I make a sound?
I love thee meal delivery
I love thee cold a/c
I love thee favorite comfy chair
I love thee cookies and tea
Sometimes it's nice to get away
Whether by air, land, or sea
But when relaxation is the goal
A staycation is perfect for me!
I love thee as I wake at 10
I love thee as I nap at 3
I love thee as I wear my jammies all day
I love thee as I watch endless tv
I love thee time to read that book
Or find new recipes to cook
I love thee as I putter around
If I sing and nobody's here to listen, did I make a sound?
I love thee meal delivery
I love thee cold a/c
I love thee favorite comfy chair
I love thee cookies and tea
Sometimes it's nice to get away
Whether by air, land, or sea
But when relaxation is the goal
A staycation is perfect for me!
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Kim Kicks Lash: New Fabulousness Coming This Fall!
Kim Kicks Lash: New Fabulousness Coming This Fall!: Hi Beautiful! I am using this post to highlght some of the fab new products and changes happening at Younique this fall. Younique is...
New Fabulousness Coming This Fall!
Hi Beautiful!
I am using this post to highlght some of the fab new products and changes happening at Younique this fall. Younique is a big part of my life and future, so I hope you don't mind my sharing this with you.
2014 Younique Fall Product Launch in Review…..
"NATURE. LOVE. SCIENCE....Nature is the inspiration behind our science."
Some of our ladies recently returned from our convention in Dallas .. and by all reports it was AMAZING! This post is a highlight of our exciting launches scheduled for the next few months!
Starting in September and running through November, Younique Products will be launching several new products and has also announced some major changes in their production.
Starting in September and running through November, Younique Products will be launching several new products and has also announced some major changes in their production.
BIG NEWS! Effective 9-1-14 all Younique Products announces new products and a change to MADE IN THE USA with the following transition dates and exceptions-
LAUNCHING 9-1-14 SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Lucrative lip gloss MADE IN THE USA
Refreshed Rose Water MADE IN THE USA
NEW Lash/brow comb (Stainless steel comb/boar hair bristle)
Precision lip and eye pencils
Super Long Lasting
Soft glide-on application
Excellent coverage and color payoff
Non-waxy feeling
WATERPROOF/smudge proof!
Precision lip and eye pencils
Super Long Lasting
Soft glide-on application
Excellent coverage and color payoff
Non-waxy feeling
WATERPROOF/smudge proof!
INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTS
Jojoba oil
Vitamin E
Vitamin C derivative
Hydronated Cottonseed Oil
UPLIFT EYE SERUM
PROPRIETARY FORMULA with International patents pending!
Powerful and effective
Oil free (oil-less oil)
A little goes a LONG way
Preservative free
Fights appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Fragrance free
“Nutrition” for your skin
Dye free
INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTSPROPRIETARY FORMULA with International patents pending!
Powerful and effective
Oil free (oil-less oil)
A little goes a LONG way
Preservative free
Fights appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Fragrance free
“Nutrition” for your skin
Dye free
Rich in vitamins (E, C, C0Q10)
Natural skin lipids (squalane from sugar cane)
LAUNCHING 10-1-14 OCTOBER HIGHLIGHTS
Illuminate Clear Launches and MADE IN THE USA-For normal to oil skin (similar to AWAKE)
Illuminate Clean Launches and MADE IN THE USA- For normal to dry and sensitive skin
ILLUMIANTE INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTS
Horse Chestnut
Gingko Biloba
Super Leaf Extracts
Moodstruck loose face powder (concealer powders) MADE IN THE USA
Miner Touch pressed face powder and pressed foundation MADE IN THE USA
BB Flawless BB cream MADE IN THE USA
Mineral eye pigments MADE IN THE USA
LAUNCHING 11-1-14 NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
DIVINE Daily Moisturizer launches and MADE IN THE USA
Specially formulated for all skin types
Fewer preservatives
Features an Airless pump
Cleaner formulation
INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTSSpecially formulated for all skin types
Fewer preservatives
Features an Airless pump
Cleaner formulation
Beta Fructan
Highly refinded triglyceride oil
Honeysuckle (flower extract)
Blue Lotus (flower extract)
Witch Hazel
Gotu Kola (extract)
!6 new collections will be announced
!Moodstruck pressed blush Launches and MADE IN THE USA
!Younique will no longer carry the loose blusher pigments. If you love those for hair chalking, face paint, nail polish etc… you’d better stock up NOW!
!Glorious primer formula will change slightly and will be repackaged
1. Reformulated with fewer preservatives
2. Cleaner formula
3. New Airless pump
The Precision line of eye and lip pencils will be produced in Germany
The Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lash Mascara will remain produced in the PRC
(Peoples Republic of China)
A limited edition, NOVEMBER TO REMEMBER Kudos launching in November in honor of Younique Products 2 year anniversary. This product is made in Italy.
2. UPDATED PRICING
a. Uplift eye serum will retail for $65 (less in collections/sets)
b. Lash/Brow comb will retail for $20 (less in collections/sets)
c. Precision liners will retail for $15 each (3/$40 10/$125 and 15/$165
d. 10-1-14 Moodstruck eye pigments will retail for $12.50 each (less in collections/sets)
e. Illuminate Clean/Clear will retail for $39 (less in collections/sets)
3. OTHER PRODUCT INFORMATION
a. REFORMULATION
i. All products reformulated to be EU Compliant
ii. Moodstruck mineral pigments improved for longer wear and blendability (much denser product)
iii. ALL PRICE REMAIN THE SAME with the exception of the eye pigments
1. This is MAJOR and almost impossible when moving production to the USA
iv. Loose face powder (concealer powders) are much denser as well (10 grams)
v. PRESSED BLUSHERS LAUNCH 11/1/14
4. NOVEMBER TO REMEMBER
a. 6 new collections!
b. 2-year anniversary product launch
c. LIMITED EDITION product announcement!
5. New presenter kit eff 10-1-14
a. Same price at $99 USD
Click for more info on Younique
Saturday, August 2, 2014
Kim Kicks Lash: Surrender the PINK!!
Kim Kicks Lash: Surrender the PINK!!: Hi There! So, I realize I have totally stolen that title from Carrie Fisher's autobiography, and I am NOT going to explain what it a...
Surrender the PINK!!
Hi There!
So, I realize I have totally stolen that title from Carrie Fisher's autobiography, and I am NOT going to explain what it actually means- you'll have to read the book :) But I am celebrating my latest Younique promotion to Exemplary Pink Status (doesn't THAT sound special?)
All kidding aside, I am so proud and loving life! I am thrilled that I am progressing and so happy to share that with you. One of the reasons I believe I am starting to have success with my business is that I am paying more attention to personal development. In fact, I am reaping the rewards in both of my careers, as well as in my personal life. For me, personal development means reading and listening and absorbing every speck of advice and insight I can. It isn't always easy to take the time to just focus on myself, but it is oh-so worth it!
This week I watched a fab video about network marketing that I want to share with you. It is by a colleague of mine, Amber Voight, and it is a must-see if you are in network marketing, or really in business of any kind. She is insightful, engaging, and fun to watch. Amber will make you smile, and her message about building relationships and showing people the love will resonate. It's no wonder she is such a success! Here is a link to the video, one of many she has published. I will be watching all of them!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsWh281we6k&list=UU_3SA4S08z6vEfD
So my message of the day is - no matter your age, profession, or the level of success you've achieved- there is always more to learn and new heights to hit. So keep reaching!
XO til next time!
Kim
So, I realize I have totally stolen that title from Carrie Fisher's autobiography, and I am NOT going to explain what it actually means- you'll have to read the book :) But I am celebrating my latest Younique promotion to Exemplary Pink Status (doesn't THAT sound special?)
All kidding aside, I am so proud and loving life! I am thrilled that I am progressing and so happy to share that with you. One of the reasons I believe I am starting to have success with my business is that I am paying more attention to personal development. In fact, I am reaping the rewards in both of my careers, as well as in my personal life. For me, personal development means reading and listening and absorbing every speck of advice and insight I can. It isn't always easy to take the time to just focus on myself, but it is oh-so worth it!
This week I watched a fab video about network marketing that I want to share with you. It is by a colleague of mine, Amber Voight, and it is a must-see if you are in network marketing, or really in business of any kind. She is insightful, engaging, and fun to watch. Amber will make you smile, and her message about building relationships and showing people the love will resonate. It's no wonder she is such a success! Here is a link to the video, one of many she has published. I will be watching all of them!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsWh281we6k&list=UU_3SA4S08z6vEfD
So my message of the day is - no matter your age, profession, or the level of success you've achieved- there is always more to learn and new heights to hit. So keep reaching!
XO til next time!
Kim
Friday, July 25, 2014
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Shortest Blog Post Ever
It's 11:42 pm on Sunday night and I know I should be sleeping. But one of the lovely things about periMENTALpause is insomnia. So I am going to turn on World Cup highlights and try counting sexy soccer players until I get to sleep.
G'night Ladies!
xo
Kim
G'night Ladies!
xo
Kim
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