"Failure is valuable. "
XoXo,
Lori
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Book Review: Janice Maynard - Twins On The Way
Today I will be reviewing 'Twins On The Way' by Janice Maynard, copy received from Netgalley via Harlequin in exchange for an honest review.
'Twins On The Way' is a romance novel and is the fourth book in the Kavanaughs of Silver Glen series. It is 192 pages long and it took me about four hours to read. It is available at Amazon (Kindle) for $3.99, and at Barnes & Noble (NOOKBook) for $3.99.
About The Book
Genre: Romance
Length: 192 Pages
Publisher: Harlequin Desire
Release Date: April 7, 2015
Book Synopsis
Workaholic Cassidy Corelli was a virgin...until her one night stand with Gavin Kavanaugh. Now the daughter of a Vegas mogul has two little problems - the twins she's carrying! When her father disowns her, she's left with only one place to go - back to Gavin!
But the millionaire's been burned before. He wants a paternity test. Until then, he's determined to keep this woman out of his bed - for his own good. But once he's enjoyed a perfect passion, can a starving man deny himself one more taste?
What did I think? 4 Stars
Would I recommend it?
Yes, I would recommend this book, it wasn't the best, but I still really liked the story. I liked Cassidy and Gavin's characters, but I'll admit there were times where I really wanted to slap Gavin for being an idiot.
The characters romance definitely wasn't believable, but I still enjoyed it, and it didn't take away from the story. The characters on the other hand were very realistic.
This book is a great, quick read. Lately I've been mostly into romantic suspense books, so since this is a Harlequin Desire it's definitely a little more heated than I'm used to when it comes to the sex scenes. However, I like that it wasn't overdone and it didn't make me want to cringe.
Overall, I think that this book is worth the read, it's a light, quick and enjoyable way to spend an afternoon!
Lori
About The Book
Genre: Romance
Length: 192 Pages
Publisher: Harlequin Desire
Release Date: April 7, 2015
Book Synopsis
Workaholic Cassidy Corelli was a virgin...until her one night stand with Gavin Kavanaugh. Now the daughter of a Vegas mogul has two little problems - the twins she's carrying! When her father disowns her, she's left with only one place to go - back to Gavin!
But the millionaire's been burned before. He wants a paternity test. Until then, he's determined to keep this woman out of his bed - for his own good. But once he's enjoyed a perfect passion, can a starving man deny himself one more taste?
What did I think? 4 Stars
Would I recommend it?
Yes, I would recommend this book, it wasn't the best, but I still really liked the story. I liked Cassidy and Gavin's characters, but I'll admit there were times where I really wanted to slap Gavin for being an idiot.
The characters romance definitely wasn't believable, but I still enjoyed it, and it didn't take away from the story. The characters on the other hand were very realistic.
This book is a great, quick read. Lately I've been mostly into romantic suspense books, so since this is a Harlequin Desire it's definitely a little more heated than I'm used to when it comes to the sex scenes. However, I like that it wasn't overdone and it didn't make me want to cringe.
Overall, I think that this book is worth the read, it's a light, quick and enjoyable way to spend an afternoon!
Thank you Harlequin via Netgalley for providing me with this book in exchange for an honest review!
Will you be buying this book? Let me know below!
XoXo,Lori
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
May Playlist
Hello Lovelies!
Last week I forgot to make my playlist for May, so I decided to just wait and do it this week. However, with yesterday being a holiday, I decided to do it today. This month I've mainly been listening to country and pop music, I decided to pick 6 out of these 10 because I bought them this month and I've been listening to them the most!
If you have any music recommendations please leave them below in the comments section, I would love to check out some new artists!
Christina Aguilera - We Remain
Relient K - Let It All Out
Ingrid Michaelson - Home
Demi Lovato - Fix A Heart
Montgomery Gentry - Speed
Reba - Going Out Like That
Lee Brice - Drinking Class
Ingrid Michaelson - Home
Demi Lovato - Fix A Heart
Montgomery Gentry - Speed
Reba - Going Out Like That
Lee Brice - Drinking Class
Carrie Undwerwood - Little Toy Guns
Ed Sheeran - Don't
Ed Sheeran - Don't
Taylor Swift - Bad Blood
That's it for this today, tomorrow I have a new review for you!
What have you been listening to this month? Any recommendations based on what I like? Let me know below!
What have you been listening to this month? Any recommendations based on what I like? Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Weekly Inspiration
"There are a lot of opportunities out there, but they're not going to fall into your lap. Be relentless."
-Windsor Hanger
XoXo,
Lori
XoXo,
Lori
Friday, May 22, 2015
Links to Love
Hello Lovelies!
This week was really good, I finished two classes and next week I'll be finishing another, which means I get all new classes! I still can't believe this weekend is Memorial Day weekend, I don't have any plans yet, but I'm sure I'll find something to do!
Right now I'm really focused on school because I'm so close to being finished. Also, there's nothing on TV right now, so I have a few more weeks before the summer premieres of the shows I watch. I'm really excited for Pretty Little Liars and The Fosters!
However, at the same time I'm still reeling from the season finale of Grey's Anatomy and Once Upon A Time, they were so good! Also, let's not forget a moment of silence for Revenge, I'm sad the show is over, but the last episode was the perfect ending to the series.
Anyway, that's all I have to say this week, so let's get in to this week's Links to Love!
That's it for today, I hope y'all have a great weekend!
What links have you been loving? Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Review: Adovia Purifying Dead Sea Mud Mask
Hello Lovelies!
Today I will be reviewing Adovia's Purifying Dead Sea Mud Mask. This mask retails for $19.99 and if used once a week can last up to a year!
I've used this product about a few times now and I've applied it and removed it differently each time, so I think I have a good idea of what I think about the product.
This product is very thick, so it does take some work to get the product on and off. I like to leave it on for 20 minutes, it takes about 5 minutes to get on, and another 5-10 minutes to take off and moisturize. I tried removing this with just water, a washcloth, and my Olay face brush.
Personally I prefer using my face brush, I started off by rubbing water on my face to get the excess product off and then I used my face brush to get off the more stubborn areas.
The mask claims to minimize pores, clean pores, and it's anti-againg. The mask also treats eczema, blackheads, acne, acne scars, pimples, and psoriasis. I really like that you can pronounce the ingredients, such as Vitamin C, aloe vera, jojoba oil, and ginseng.
I'm wearing the mask as I type this review and my skin feels like it's tingling in some places and in others it feels like it's burning. I know from the past few times I've used this, that when I remove the mask my skin is going to be red.
My skin is usually combination/oily and lately I've been dealing with lots of oil and blackheads. I haven't noticed a difference with oil control with this mask, but I can definitely say it is amazing at removing blackheads. My nose and chin were full of blackheads and now there's barely any left.
This product is very thick, so it does take some work to get the product on and off. I like to leave it on for 20 minutes, it takes about 5 minutes to get on, and another 5-10 minutes to take off and moisturize. I tried removing this with just water, a washcloth, and my Olay face brush.
Personally I prefer using my face brush, I started off by rubbing water on my face to get the excess product off and then I used my face brush to get off the more stubborn areas.
The mask claims to minimize pores, clean pores, and it's anti-againg. The mask also treats eczema, blackheads, acne, acne scars, pimples, and psoriasis. I really like that you can pronounce the ingredients, such as Vitamin C, aloe vera, jojoba oil, and ginseng.
I'm wearing the mask as I type this review and my skin feels like it's tingling in some places and in others it feels like it's burning. I know from the past few times I've used this, that when I remove the mask my skin is going to be red.
My skin is usually combination/oily and lately I've been dealing with lots of oil and blackheads. I haven't noticed a difference with oil control with this mask, but I can definitely say it is amazing at removing blackheads. My nose and chin were full of blackheads and now there's barely any left.
Unfortunately, from the beginning I had problems with this product. The first time I used the mask I heard a pop from the bottle when I squeezed it, it took me a few minutes to realize it, but the top of the tube had burst and the mask was spilling out onto my hand.
After that, I looked up reviews of the mask and I think it's just me cause no one else mentioned this in the reviews. I really don't think it was Adovia's fault though, when I received my box it was pretty beat up, so I'm thinking that USPS might be to be blame for this one.
Honestly, I'm not sure yet if I'll be purchasing this after I finish up this tube. I want to keep using it and maybe in a few weeks I'll notice a difference and if I do I'll definitely update y'all about it.
What do you think about mud masks? Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
FTC: Sponsored by BranBacker and Adovia
FTC: Sponsored by BranBacker and Adovia
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Top Ten Tuesday: Books I've Recently Added To My TBR List
Hello lovelies!
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly link-up hosted by The Broke and the Bookish.
This week's theme: Freebie!
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly link-up hosted by The Broke and the Bookish.
This week's theme: Freebie!
Since this week is a freebie I decided to go with the theme from March 31, I was really busy that week and wasn't able to participate, so I'm really happy I get to do it now!
The theme is: Books I've Recently Added To My TBR List!
Emma Healey - Elizabeth is Missing
Holly Robinson - Haven Lake
Jessica Warman - The Last Good Day of the Year
Janice Kay Johnson - To Love A Cop
Lois Lowry - The Giver
Cassandra Clare - The Mortal Instruments:City of Bones
Emily Halban - Perfect: Anorexia & Me
Ben Elton - Two Brothers
Vanora Bennett - Midnight in St. Petersberg
Brett Anthony Johnston - Remember Me Like This
For this list I just randomly picked books off the last five pages of my Good Reads account, I have 544 books on my GoodReads TBR list
The theme is: Books I've Recently Added To My TBR List!
Emma Healey - Elizabeth is Missing
Holly Robinson - Haven Lake
Jessica Warman - The Last Good Day of the Year
Janice Kay Johnson - To Love A Cop
Lois Lowry - The Giver
Cassandra Clare - The Mortal Instruments:City of Bones
Emily Halban - Perfect: Anorexia & Me
Ben Elton - Two Brothers
Vanora Bennett - Midnight in St. Petersberg
Brett Anthony Johnston - Remember Me Like This
For this list I just randomly picked books off the last five pages of my Good Reads account, I have 544 books on my GoodReads TBR list
That's it for today, if you participated in this weeks TTT, leave your links below so I can check them out! What books have you recently added to your TBR list? Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Weekly Inspiration
"I live by the rule of doing one nice thing for myself everyday. You have to."-Kelly Osbourne
XoXo,
Lori
Friday, May 15, 2015
Links to Love
Hello lovelies!
I hope you all had a great week! My week was pretty good I finished my Spanish 2 Course and now I'm just waiting for my final grade! I also completed two English assignments and I only have one left before that class is over!
I'm hoping I can get some more work done over the weekend for my Vocabulary Studies class and maybe I can finish that class next week! Other than that I don't have any plans for this weekend, I think I'm just going to catch up on sleep, I didn't sleep well last night, so I'm super tired.
Anyway, here's this weeks Links to Love!
I'm hoping I can get some more work done over the weekend for my Vocabulary Studies class and maybe I can finish that class next week! Other than that I don't have any plans for this weekend, I think I'm just going to catch up on sleep, I didn't sleep well last night, so I'm super tired.
Anyway, here's this weeks Links to Love!
That's it for this week, I hope you all have a great weekend!
What links have you been loving this week? Let me know below!
What links have you been loving this week? Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Review: Vita Sciences Maxasorb Melatonin Cream
Hello lovelies!
Today, I'm back with another Vita Sciences review, I loved the B-12 Vitamin Cream so much that I had to try more of their products!
I've mentioned in the past that I have issues sleeping. Normally I go to bed at 4am and wake up at 7am, then usually around 10am or 11am I'll lay down and take a nap. This routine is not fun and I hate it! But I've been sleeping like this for about a year now and it's the only routine I've been able to keep.
I love that this melatonin cream is so easy to use! For the past week I've applying this on my arms 30 minutes before I go to bed and it's actually working. I can feel it start working after about 10 minutes and last week for the first time in over 5 years I actually managed to go to bed before midnight!
The product is v smooth and even though it's not a moisturizer, it does contain moisturizing ingredients, and I can tell that my skin feels softer in the areas I apply it to. I'm really impressed and I've noticed that the longer I keep using it the better I sleep! I really wish I had tried using Melatonin sooner!
Overall, my experience with the Vita Sciences Maxasorb Melatonin Cream has been incredible! I've been falling asleep faster, staying asleep longer, and sleeping better than I have in years! I would definitely recommend this to any one who has issues with sleeping but doesn't want to use pills. My whole experience with Vita Sciences had been so great that I think next week I'm going to order the Nerve Pain Relief Cream!
What do you think of Melatonin creams? Will you be giving this a try?
Let me know below!
XoXo,
Lori
FTC: Sponsored by BrandBacker and Vita Sciences.
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