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Love x Michi




I had a good heart to heart with my good girlfriend, Tiff, last night. We lose touch here and there, but in the end we can always come to each other no matter what. Our talk last night was...hard. It was good, it was bad. It was happy, yet painful. She told me I basically threw her up and down and all around. I told her what she wanted to hear because I'm her friend and I have her back; I'll always be biased and take her side. But I also was brutally honest even if it was hurtful. And even if I was trying to help her and be there for it, those things I said really stuck out to me too. It affected me just as much, hurt just as much, made me cry just as much. So many things I didn't say, but felt over the past couple of years just welled up inside me. But I did feel good after our talk. And it felt empowering somehow.

Then I had somewhat of the same talk with my brother today. It led me to feel like this:



That's right. I said it. I don't mean to be vulgar but let's face it. I have my moods. Doesn't everyone?

I used to be strong, dedicated, tenacious. I knew what I wanted and I would go get it even if it was hard. I was a little lost. Who doesn't every now and again? But I figured out how to get through and went on. I was my happiest in 2008, 2009, and half of 2010. After a string of unsuccessful attempts at finding a major, I decided to do something I've been wanting to do since I was 16. Go to beauty school -- Pivot Point. Those years were the best. I was succeeding, I was happy, I felt great. I was strong-willed and ambitious, excited for my future.

Then it went crashing around my feet. I won't get into the very dirty, personal details. Just know that it was and has been HORRIBLE. Worse than that. It's heartbreaking and it doesn't get easier. I wasted so much time trying to fix something that I didn't break, that wasn't my problem to fix. I obsessed over it, let it take over my life. I lost focus on myself and put all my attention on the wrong things. That was the topping to my misery cake. And it's because of this that I've learned a valuable lesson for myself.

What added to the disappointment and heartbreak was the way I was handling my feelings and my situation. I forgot about ME. I put so much focus on the wrong things that I lost who I was and what I wanted. 2012 was supposed to be a great year for me. I was cutting out all the negative. Instead, it came back full force and this time proved that there was no getting rid of it unless I threw it out myself.

So I am. 2013 did not start off right for me. But I refuse to let that ruin the rest of my year. I will take my leap of faith and make the best of this. No one is going to pull me out of this funk and change things for me. I believed in so much, got my hopes raised really high. And nothing happened. I was disappointed. And it won't happen again.

Because I am putting all my focus on myself. For me. Not to prove a point. Not to show anyone anything. But for self satisfaction. Just knowing that I got myself to where I want to be on my own is enough. I feel a certain joy when I achieve something on my own, no matter how hard it was to start and how hard it was to get through it.


I hope all of you do the same. Don't settle just to settle. Do your best to reach your goals. I did, starting with cosmetology, and I had the best time ever. Wish and dream and then make those dreams come true by working hard. It'll be very difficult, but the reward in the end will be amazing. That's what I'm looking for; my amazing ending. I'm right there with you, beside you, reaching for those dreams and solidifying it into goals, working hard to succeed.

I started this blog because I love beauty and fashion. I'm no guru and I'm no fashion stylist. I'm just a girl who loves makeup and fashion. I'm a licensed cosmetologist who is seeking to expand her horizons and hone her skills. Who wants to share with you my life through my eyes and my thoughts and my opinions. I want to seek happiness, not be stagnant and redundant. I don't want to do ordinary. I want to reach for the stars and succeed instead of sitting around and wishing. I will conquer. And I will smile.

I wish you will all smile with me ^_^

Love sincerely,
Michi
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Good evening, lovelies! How has everyone been? I had a pretty good day today. Productive with great news and fun times shopping around.


I LALALOVE Mitsuwa. It's a Japanese shopping center in the Chicagoland area. I believe there are a few in California too and even New Jersey. It's great for finding authentic Japanese food and household items and even toiletries. I buy a bunch of stuff there all the time. My favorite is food! Aside from their grocery and cute food court, they have an awesome bakery where one of my very best friends (since 6th grade) Asako's father works.




I have a weakness for anything kawaii (super adorables cuteness!) and how adorable are these? Yes, they are bread--filled with yummy goodness! The panda is filled with chocolate and this ringo pan is filled with exactly what it looks like. Apples! It was so delish! I'm sad I only got one!


Hehe. I was a little hungry so I got some shrimp tempura to go with my bread ^_^ *ahem* yes. This was a snack. *blushes*

Sorry that I don't have much to say today. Just know that I received some good news today and I'm hoping that as the rest of the month continues that I'll get more great news. Everything, even if it's last minute and down to the wire, seems to be falling into place nicely. I can only hope for the best and cross my fingers even when the problems in my life currently outweigh the good. Be positive, believe, and dream. That's all I can do as I continue to pursue the good and leave all the negative behind.

Hopefully I'll get more content to upload. I plan on playing with a lot of makeup this weekend hehe ^_^ Also I'm suddenly in the mood for some spring cleaning! Which means getting rid of a lot of things to make room for new ones. Like I said: get rid of all the negative that has been hurting me and holding me back and bringing me down to make room for all the positive energy that my wonderful family and friends bring me and the great things coming my way!

Love sincerely,
Michi
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Good afternoon, lovelies! Look at my 10 year old son's hair! It's so straight and thick and shiny! And looong!



He hates getting his hair cut and likes to wear it long but it's gotten a little out of control so it's time to cut! The good thing is that I'm a licensed cosmetologist so I usually cut his hair the way he likes. I've been trying to convince him to go short but he likes it long.






And voila. I have to apologize. He's not dressed for pictures and honestly didn't want his picture taken so this is the only shot he would let me take. It's not much. I only took about an inch and a half off and did a lot of texturizing. He likes it long so I just trim and texturize a lot since his hair is so thick and straight.

As I mentioned before, I am limited in content and equipment but that doesn't mean I can't have fun with it! I'm a stay at home mommy so I consider myself and Asian Barbie on a budget! It just means I have to look a little harder for deals on clothes which is really no big deal. It's actually a lot of fun. And I have to save my brand name makeup for very special occasions and use other brands like Maybelline and Nyx and other "drug store" brands which I don't mind because there are great alternatives out there! It's great experimenting and playing with them!


I recently bought Rimmel's Clean Finish Matte foundation, Stay Matte pressed powder, and Match Perfection blush in Medium. I've been looking for a good matte foundation. I've been a little oilier than I'd like so this was really great. And to think, originally I was just looking for blush!



One of my favorite blushes I own is this compact by Mary Kay. Unfortunately I don't know what the color is and it was a limited edition during Christmas in 2009 so it came with this cute lacy pink bag and angled blush brush. Because I love the warm pink glow so much but I can't replace it once it's gone, I've barely used it. I've been trying to find alternatives and when I saw Rimmel's I immediately grabbed it. I love it and it was only $5 at Walmart.








My skin tone can be a little tricky so it's hard to find the perfect foundation and red lipstick. In fact I have a hard time with nail polishes too! But I'm pleased to say that Maybelline's Color Sensational in "625 Are You Red-dy" is great! I LA-LA-LOVE this color. I found the cardigan and jeans at Plato's Closet and the white V-neck at H&M.

I'm really have a lot of fun blogging! I know I just started and I'm not exactly sure what I'm doing, but I must say it's a ton of fun! I haven't felt like this in a long time and it's a really great feeling! Hopefully I'll be able to blog more and start vlogging on YouTube. Stay tuned, lovelies! Your support is greatly appreciated!

Find me!
Instagram - @lovexmichi
Twitter - @lovexmichi
(I haven't posted anything on YouTube yet but just in case - lovexmichi)

Love sincerely,
Michi


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(Written at 3:30a)

HELLO, lovelies! I can't sleep tonight. A lot on my mind. Maybe I do blow certain things out of proportion but you can't blame a wounded heart.

Anyway, it's my adorable baby daughter's 5 months today! Isn't she just the sweetest?



The best Sweetest Day present ever ^_^ Around this time 5 months ago I was probably sleeping in labor and delivery, after being induced and given my epidural. Now she's here and smiling and crying (A LOT) and I couldn't be any more in love!








I've been meaning to start this up for a while but I'm afraid with current situations I'm limited in content. I'm hoping to change all that and get back on track with everything. It's been on my mind since 2008, then in 2011, and especially recently. It took me this long to get the ball rolling and I hope it'll take off well enough. One can only try their best and hope for a great outcome. Gotta start somewhere right?

Keep in tune for more on these beautiful hats! My mom crocheted them. My brother and I will be opening up an Etsy account for her and I'll be modeling her pieces. For now enjoy!

Photography by Eiji G. (my brother) with my iPhone5. Jacket - Guess. Leggings - ? Purse - ? (I found it in my mom's closet when she was looking for a bunch of stuff to donate to the Salvation Army ^_^) Sweater - found at Burlington Coat Factory. Boots - Bakers.

Love sincerely,
Michi 
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