Motivational Mondays | Sun Protection

Summer has officially started! To kick off the first day of summer, I went to the beach to get a dose of Vitamin D and followed it up with a poolside BBQ. What I ended up getting was a mean sunburn that  may result in permanent tan lines. I mean, I can't even remember the last time I was burnt this bad. Now that I'm out of school and working a 9 to 5, I get few chances to catch some rays and my body is  no longer conditioned for the sun. Laying out on the regular meant that I never got burnt. 

But for the past couple days, I haven't even been able to move and these burns reminded me how important sun protection was. In my defense, my tanning lotion did have a whopping SPF 4. But let's be real, is looking glamorously Jersey Shore tanned for a couple months worth the hassle of skin grafts and elephant skin in 10 years? There's nothing wrong with a little bronze because I am a firm believer that life is better with a tan, but it's better to be safe than sorry. If we change our tanning habits now, it'll be so worth it down the line. So ladies, if you're going to lay out, be smart! Stay hydrated, lather up, and don't be afraid to throw a little self-tanner into the mix.

With Love,

Patti

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MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY | Angelina Jolie

Yesterday, I watched Maleficent with my family. My sister and I have been waiting for it to come out since we found out she was in it, and we were not disappointed! Angelina Jolie was amazing in it and looked gorgeous as always. There has never been a sexier villain, she was made to play Maleficent. 

She has always been one of my favorite actresses, and not it's not just because of her acting alone (or the fact that she's got Brad) but because she uses her fame to make a difference in the world. A lot of people probably think that it's all a publicity stunt, but even if it is, she definitely is bringing attention to parts of the world that need it. On top of that, her recent surgeries have shown that she's a normal woman that has to deal with real life problems. Just because she's an A-list celebrity doesn't mean she's shielded from health problems and the fact that she was so open about her double-mastectomy inspires so many affected women. 

She's such an influential woman and definitely an inspiration. 

With Love,

Patti

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MOTIVATIONAL MONDAYS | Michelle Phan

This past weekend I went to Generation beauty and had the pleasure of meeting Michelle Phan. I've been subscribed to her YouTube channel for a while now and to actually see in person was so awesome! (definitely fangirled a little) She's as sweet in person as she is in her videos and so down to earth too. 

She's such an inspiring person who shows that through determination, perseverance, and hard work anyone can achieve their dreams. Not only is a she a successful beauty guru, but also the head of her own makeup line! 

With love,

Patti

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAYS | Memorial Day

What better motivation than the brave men and women who defend our country?! I think a lot of us forget about what Memorial Day is really about. Sure, there are really great sales, but we need to remember that these honorable human beings sacrificed their lives to protect all of us back home. They were brave enough to put their lives on the line for something they believe in.

Love,
Patti

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MOTIVATIONAL MONDAYS | Eye of the Tiger

So I've decided to start a series called Motivational Mondays (original, I know). Since Mondays have such a dreary reputation, I'm hoping that a little inspiration will bring positivity to start off my week and yours! 

I've always been a huge fan of wild cats. Tigers, Leopards, Lions, Jaguars, you name it. Felines are so beautifully fierce and intelligent. It's no wonder why women are always been compared to them! Jungle cats are known to stalk their prey for hours before finally going in for the kill. Their eyes are so intense yet so majestic, it's hard not to be captivated by them. That's why I chose a tiger for my motivation this week. 

Lately, I've been having trouble keeping my eyes on the prize and am having a hard time staying focused on my goals. I'm hoping that channeling my inner feline will bring back my drive and determination. If it worked for Rocky, it can work for me! 

xx,

Patti 

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