Beauty

[rnmom]

Dosey-that is so funny that you mention a TV show because I'll watch Little House on the Prairie reruns and wish that our family was like that. I still remember the episode where the girls got a peppermint stick and a tin cup for Christmas and they were so happy! Our society today is so focused on getting things, more and more things, never enough things, and it makes me feel good sometimes, but sick to my stomach sometimes too. Weird, huh?

[makeup addict]

Im proud of myself that i didnt get the Too Faced Special!! Its been two weeks and i havent binged on stuff. I did bing on sweets so im getting back on the wagon for food too. Last week i had a three carts with stuff in them. Stuff that i dont need. I kept thinking about the balance on my credit card anf that stopped me from going thru with the Purchases. Spending is a hard habit to break and im going to slip up, but im not giving up. Im going to get out of this badhabit!

[kathie66]

Hi bee,

Worried about you, hope your feeling better. Hope everything is ok, I know you were not feeling well.

When I didn't see the new monthly thread I got concerned. No worries about the thread just hope you are ok my friend.

Hoping your just busy as a bee and not under the weather my friend! Missing you!

[dosey]

On 1/30/2015 magicmoodz said:

On 1/29/2015 Dosey said:

On 1/29/2015 aprilskies said: Well, I am embarrassed to say, I have lost control with my spending. Not sure what happened, but am having a hard time gaining any sense of control back. I need to start working on this again. I have done so much work here to start over, but, here I am. sigh.

Don't be embarrassed. It happens to all of us. I still think about cosmetics, skincare, clothing, home goods, etc. The list doesn't have an ending. I drive past a home near mine almost daily. It has a large balcony on the second floor. The owners recently replaced the wooden railing with wrought iron. Now, they have new red patio furniture. (The house is gray.) It is so pretty. Add some potted plants and flowers this spring, and it will be smashing. Now, I want not only new deck furniture but a whole new deck. Instead of the square one we have, I want a wrap around deck. See, the wants never end. And no, I am not putting money into a new deck and furniture with a child 1 1/2 years from college!

Hi Dosey, I believe some of us were just born with a shopping gene. I know I have it. I really want to explore downsizing to a cool lofty-type apartment or condo which would mean getting rid of most everything. They are tiny and expensive in my city. As much as I am keeping my eye on the prize, I waste an incredible amount of time shopping--be it at brick and mortar or online. Sometimes just looking will satiate my appetite for something new recognizing that I cannot keep bringing "stuff" into this house. So know that your longings are just, well, normal!

Dosey, I remember you alluding to the fact that you are going through some difficult times. I am so happy to read that you are ready to "face it" head on. While you may stumble along the way, God be with you and know that you have a legion of friends who care about you.

Magic, my downtown (Greenville, SC) has transformed itself over the years and is now one of the nicest in the country according to some magazines. We have some fabulous condos that overlook different parts of downtown, like a river, a park, and Main Street. Some are in renovated textile mills, some are in older buildings, and some are new. When I retire, I want to buy one of these condos and furnish it very simply and minimally. If I don't do that, then I want to live in the country and adopt the dogs and cats that no one wants. I'll renovate a farmhouse for myself but will build a climate controlled barn for the animals. Two completely different visions of retirement. What is a girl to do?

Thank you for your encouraging words. I am feeling strong and truly believe that the best is ahead of me. I'll keep you posted as good things happen. Right now, I am in the planning stage so nothing has changed, yet.

I am glad to see that you read the ComPact. Isn't this a lovely group?

[dosey]

On 1/29/2015 Beauty$Junkie said:

I would be so embarrassed if anyone had to come in and see my stash of beauty products. My husband says he doesn't think I will live long enough to use them, but I still shop, shop for the new stuff all the time. I watch Youtube videos showing new products way too much. I have a shopping cart going constantly, but I no longer sign in. I don't know why I spend so much time on this virtual shopping, when I can shop a stash the size of an Ulta inventory. I am so glad to have found all of you, as I thought I was the only one. I mean, really, how would I explain this to anyone else? One day at a time. I bought the stuff, it is here, and I just am not going to stress over it. I don't need to shop for any of it. Oh, and yes, I do have a long list of products to buy if I should ever need a replacement--LOL. I can't see that happening.

I keep thinking that one of these products will be what transforms my skin into what is was when I was 20. That ain't gonna happen. My skin looks pretty good now. Why can't I be happy with that?

[dosey]

On 1/30/2015 DL2843 said: I sure can relate to the wanting. Those desires drive me crazy as well. I have too many handbags. I want to give some away. However, whenever I go shopping I stop and look at bags. I am not supposed to be eating sugar. I always find myself walking down the chocolate aisle. I have the day off today. The weather is crummy. I have been to every museum in the last month. Where do I go to get out if not the mall? Emotions are such a frustrating thing.

I struggle with this, too. When the weather is bad, the mall seems to be the only indoor option. Oh, pooh!

[dosey]

On 1/31/2015 rnmom said: Dosey-that is so funny that you mention a TV show because I'll watch Little House on the Prairie reruns and wish that our family was like that. I still remember the episode where the girls got a peppermint stick and a tin cup for Christmas and they were so happy! Our society today is so focused on getting things, more and more things, never enough things, and it makes me feel good sometimes, but sick to my stomach sometimes too. Weird, huh?

I am only imagine the looks on my kids' faces if they only received a peppermint stick and tin cup for Christmas. Ha Ha Ha!!

[aprilskies]

On 2/2/2015 Dosey said:

On 1/31/2015 rnmom said: Dosey-that is so funny that you mention a TV show because I'll watch Little House on the Prairie reruns and wish that our family was like that. I still remember the episode where the girls got a peppermint stick and a tin cup for Christmas and they were so happy! Our society today is so focused on getting things, more and more things, never enough things, and it makes me feel good sometimes, but sick to my stomach sometimes too. Weird, huh?

I am only imagine the looks on my kids' faces if they only received a peppermint stick and tin cup for Christmas. Ha Ha Ha!!

Now that would be a youtube moment.

[aprilskies]

On 2/2/2015 Dosey said:

On 1/30/2015 DL2843 said: I sure can relate to the wanting. Those desires drive me crazy as well. I have too many handbags. I want to give some away. However, whenever I go shopping I stop and look at bags. I am not supposed to be eating sugar. I always find myself walking down the chocolate aisle. I have the day off today. The weather is crummy. I have been to every museum in the last month. Where do I go to get out if not the mall? Emotions are such a frustrating thing.

I struggle with this, too. When the weather is bad, the mall seems to be the only indoor option. Oh, pooh!

Yes, this here is the problem. I struggle with this too.