Hey Guys,

So despite my aversion or dislike for clubbing as a social activity, I decided to visit The Blue Martini Lounge. The basis on which this choice was made is that everyone had a GREAT interest in going, and I no longer wanted to be thought of as the "party pooper" (This I most certainly am, and I proudly live up to the name – Lol, just kidding! – But I can be at times). It’s not just yesterday that they have been trying to “draw me out”. This of course was how I was supposed to ring in my birthday in October of last year, and even then, it would have been the third week they all attempted to drag me along for the experience.

Blue Martini is supposedly one of Orlando's hot spots, it being a night club and premier live entertainment bar/Martini Lounge, housing the most sought after bands, artistes, and DJ's. This begs me to ask the question, sought after by whom? Now there was a toss-up earlier as to which night would have been the better night to have gone. Whether Friday or Saturday. As a group, the decision was made to attend on Friday night. Now I don't know if we had chosen the wrong night, but I can tell you that our "fun night out", had equated to the biggest epic fail ever. You want to know my thoughts on it all? I am torn between confusion and amazement. I was amazed at the crowd, comprised mainly of older folks, and most definitely cougars. I swear we were probably the youngest of all patrons in the then jam-packed room/lounge. They were all gyrating and carrying on to none other than techno music!! *screams*

I was intrigued, but also confused by those I consider the elderly, and their behaviour. They were on top of tables, all over each other, forming conga lines, drinking their lives away and just having a ball. This was all just too much for me. It actually made me stop for a second to think, “Am I the only one on planet earth that never knew how to have fun?” Of course I was brought back to reality when I realised that we were all of the same mind-set. A lot of the men there were perverts. They were like vultures, waiting for a female to pass, so their hand could land up her dress. There was a guy who basically circled us the entire night. How could I even forget to mention that fact? He freaked the living “bejesus” out of me, Lolol (I clearly crack myself up). This place in and of itself was weird.

Back home should I consider going to a club; I'm entertained by a variety of music. Whether dancehall, reggae, techno, or soca which I dislike. Either way, there is a little bit of something for everybody, such that no one is left dissatisfied at the end of the night. Don't get me wrong, I believe each "spot" has a following of their own, however, this one, simply put was not for me. Maybe it's where I'm from, maybe it's my personal taste in music, maybe it's the crowd that I'm used to, but I TianShanae was not feeling it at all. In the end, we all left, thankful that it was over, but filled with laughter going over the night’s events amongst ourselves. They say variety is the spice of life, and I agree to some extent, but let's just say this is one trip I shan't be making again, Lolol!

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Hey Guys,

Now some of you may recall a post of mine some time ago, highlighting a few items I deemed my "Summer Faves". I still do consider each and every one of them remarkable and am still kind of excited at the mere thought of using them (call me crazy - I know!). Anywho, based on the feedback received from you, my lovely readers, I have decided to share with you all, a few more items I hold very near and dear to me since this past season. Let’s call them my “Winter Faves”. Below you will see a listing of these items, which I absolutely adore, and just can’t live without.

Michael Kors Logo Print Signature Tote, Vanilla – This was a gift received from Jason this past Christmas, and I don’t think I can truly express in words how much in love I have been. I swear this bag goes with everything! I just never feel the need to change it. As such, it has now become a great everyday bag.

iPad2 – Now this device I must say I CANNOT live without. My precious tablet! It really does run as fast as a computer and weigh less than a newspaper. I use it for pretty much everything and it never fails. My iPad2 keeps me fully entertained at all times, whether it is with the books I am reading, the blogs I am following, news, games, etc. (THX BESTIE!! ;))

Cozy Socks – It has been really cold in Florida and evidently my mother had a sixth sense about this. So said, as she sent me four (4) of these socks and they help keep my little “toesy-wosy’s” warm and toasty.

Maybelline’s Great Lash Lots of Lashes Mascara – I recently discovered this mascara and believe me when I say I have fallen completely in LOVE with it. I believe the heart-shaped wand and the formula is absolutely amazing!

My New Note Book – Now this I use to jot down my thoughts and ideas I may have pertaining to my blog. Now you may wonder why this is, when she already has an iPad. The funny thing is, I am a “writer” for lack of a better word, and even though this can be done on my iPad, I still rather put pen to paper!

Now that I've clued you in on some more of my favourite items, I hope you enjoy using each product as much as I do. Feel free to leave a comment and share with me, the products you deem most intriguing, and a must-have. 

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Hey Guys,

I came across a relatively new product the other day that I thought I’d share with you. Mind you, I haven’t tried it for myself as yet, but based on the raving reviews, my curiosity has been heightened and I figure I may just get myself a sample this weekend. So the infamous product that has me super excited is Shellac Nail Polish. Now Shellac has been noted to be in high demand throughout all of 2010 and 2011, and is used by some if not most celebs. What makes it so popular you might ask, and why am I so interested in it? Well Shellac Nail Polish, is said to last all of fourteen (14) days without losing its lustre/shine, nor does it break, chip, or smudge. Now if you are like me, in that you love to see colours on your nails, however, you become disappointed once they start to chip, and then have to put up with the lengthy process of having to remove it, this ought to be the product for us to use. I don’t know about you, but often times I get frustrated and refrain from polishing my nails for this very same reason. I don’t want to polish today and absolutely love it, and within two or three days, that awesomeness disappears. 

Separate and apart from its appearance on your fingers, Shellac Nail Polish is known to grow one’s natural nail resulting in reduced requests for a full set of gel and acrylic application in a nail salon. Point to note, a lot of women add acrylic to their nails in an effort to have their nail polish last longer, as well as grow their own nail. So most naturally, my hearing of Shellac Nail Polish is wonderful news, especially now given the state of the economy and persons having to distinguish between needs and wants in terms of their spend. This polish is evidently a money saver! It promises less visits to the salon, as well as less money spent on getting nails done. If you do your nails at home, do not feel left out. For you, Shellac promotes savings in terms of the funds spent on obtaining nail products, as well as time. One polishes every two weeks as opposed to every week. I don’t know about you, but for me that’s amazing! 

Well guys, after reading all the fantastic reviews on this polish, I must say I was sold, Lol! After all, what other polish promises a great colour selection, lasting results, quick dry time, and absolutely no chips or smudges? I can’t wait to see the varying colours on display at the salon this weekend. So said, as they have a host of colours from which to choose, giving one the ability to derive new colours through the layering of multiple colours. I’m still going through my pink phase, so I may just try the Shellac Nail Polish Beau or Iced Coral, and some other colour, not sure which just yet. Did I say I was super excited about this product? Well, I am! I promise to give you all an update on my personal review of the product after use. 

Need help applying Shellac Nail Polish? Below I share with you, a step by step guide on the process. I hope this helps! 

Step 1: File Nails into Shape 

Step 2: Remove Cuticles off the Nails 

Step 3: Apply a Layer of Base Gel (Shellac Base Gel Supplies) 

Step 4: Cure each hand for ten (10) seconds (Shellac UV Lamps) 

Step 5: Apply 1st Layer of Shellac 

Step 6: Cure each hand for two (2) minutes 

Step 7: Apply 2nd layer of Shellac 

Step 8: Cure each hand for two (2) minutes 

Step 9: Apply Top Coat 

Step 10: Cure each hand for two (2) minutes 

Step 11: Wipe each nail with Alcohol to Remove Sticky Film