Guest Posting at CoverGirl + Converse!

Happy Sunday, friends! I just wanted to let you all know that I am guest posting over at CoverGirl + Converse today. I talk about my life as a newlywed and some of the places we've been. I love Taylor's blog and hope you all will check it out!


P.S. My blog sale is still going. You can check it out here! :)

Guest Post: CoverGirl + Converse

Hi all! I'm Taylor and I blog over at CoverGirl + Converse, and I am so very excited to be guest posting for Amanda today! I thought I'd share with you all a healthy way to attain that bronzy glow this summer. The sun's rays have so many harmful effects on our skin, including advanced aging and burning. And here's a real shocker: suntans fade within a few days, but the damage done to the skin is permanent and irreversible. There's no denying that bronze skin is both beautiful and trendy, so how can we get a summer glow without damaging the skin? Well I'm here to help - below are a few products that help you achieve a natural-looking glow, plus they are completely safe. 

Sunless Tanning Foam - Purchasing a bottle of sunless tanning foam (or lotion) is essential to attaining an allover tan without sun exposure. I personally use Jergens, and it works wonders! It does not splotch or discolor like some self-tanning products out there, but it gradually creates a natural looking glow that appeals to your personal skin tone. Plus, this light & refreshing foam is so fun to use!

After Sun Lotion - Now I'm not asking you to stay indoors all day with the blinds closed - in fact, spending the day at the pool is a regular occasion for me! I only suggest that you protect yourself wisely, and after a day in the sun be sure to apply a nourishing after-sun product like the Philosophy one above. This will rejuvenate your skin and prevent it from any peeling or damage.

Cheek Bronzer + Bronze Highlighter - As you start to achieve your summer glow, you'll need to match it with your face! I personally adore Estee Lauder's bronzer. It goes on light and looks very natural. I also find it handy to carry a bronze highlighter in my purse for on-the-go freshening up, and Benefit has a wonderful sun beam product that I've heard great things about.

I hope these tips have been helpful in informing you how to attain a bronze glow this summer while keeping your skin protected and healthy!

It has been a pleasure posting at It's A Powell Life, and I hope to see you all over at CoverGirl + Converse soon!

xoxo

Taylor

Guest Post: Schue Love Lasts Forever

Happy Friday everyone! I am beyond excited to welcome my guest blogger for the day. Most of you may know her as the mommy-to-be fashionista over at Schue Love. I love reading her blogs and I hope you will too! Enjoy!
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Hey there!  I'm Natasha from Schue Love...a blog that focuses on fashion, food, decor & more!  The "more" specifically being our little bun in the oven on the way!  ;)  I'm so happy to here today...Amanda and I  have a lot in common, like our love for our pets, reading, and of course, the Bachelorette!  ;)

Since my blog is very much focused on lifestyle, I thought I would give you a quick recap on my life...particularly my love story with my husband, and how we ended up here!

My husband and I met nearly 10 years ago...in college!  I was a freshmen, fresh off the boat from Southern CA and excited about the adventure ahead at college.  He was a frat boy {Beta to be specific!} and from Tahoe of all places.  We actually met at a fraternity party {I know...so romantic!} and it's been one wild ride ever since!

Several years later with a stint in Sacramento, he proposed and we moved to his hometown.  I never thought I would end up in Tahoe, but here I am and I love it!

We got married on August 14, 2009 in Tahoe...which was a magical day!

{You can read more about our wedding here}

Bought and renovated our first home!

{You can read more about the remodeling process here}

Welcomed Wilson, our golden retriever, into our lives.

And now we have a little boy on the way!  The last nine months have been such an adventure...and I can't believe all that we have ahead in this next chapter.  It's hard to believe that the once "frat boy" is now my best friend, husband and soon-to-be dad!  I've been documenting my pregnancy as well...read all about it here.

Thanks so much to Amanda for having me today!

xo natasha

Is It Normal & Guest Post- A Look into Taylor’s Life :)

Happy Hump Day everyone! You have no idea how happy I am that the week is half over and the weekend is fast approaching! Well to celebrate, I'm linking up to the funniest link-up post ever AND have asked the fabulous Taylor from The Daily Tay to tell you a little but about her life. Aren't you excited??I have a feeling that by the end of this post you will be as addicted to her blog as I am. :) Enjoy!

Umm, yeah! How else are you going to regulate those drunken party photos from making online? Wait, I post those myself . I guess I don't need stalk google anymore...

 I am usually a very punctual person, so if I am late it really is because of traffic!

Unless you are one of my dogs, my husband or my best friend...NO. If you fit into one of those categories...well just brush your teeth 2x a day and chew gum!

Ickus Maximus. Walmart sells panties for $1.00. There really is NO excuse to this one.

I am going to go with no. Even the drugstore sells Dry Shampoo...and it's probably cheaper than baby powder. I wish I owned stock in Johnson Johnson...

Well, I am a firm believer in telling people to their face when I have issues with them instead of talk behind their backs. I am going to go with no on this one because of the word "accidentally."

If I was asked this question a year ago I would say have said yes. Most people exaggerate pain, how often they exercise, or even drink. Problem is I see my dr. so often now that if I lied I would have to write my answers down just to keep them straight and that is just toooooo much work!

If you are my mom, yes. I personally don't like cereal that much, so no.

 *hangs head in shame* yes...I do pull pants out of the dirty laundry sometimes...but NOT my panties.

Ehhh. I just returned the stuff I didn't want. Now Christmas gifts are another story. We throw a party after Christmas just for that reason. :)

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Hello readers at It's A Powell Life!

My name is Taylor and I blog over at It's A Taylor Life.

I'm kidding, it's actually called The Daily Tay

but that would have been ironic, huh?

Like Amanda, I am a very loving mother to one fur baby, Harlow.

You know those weird dog people who take 

1,000 photos of their dogs, and take them everywhere,

and even seem to talk about them all of the time? 

Yeah, that's me.

Luckily, my boy Chris, is just as obsessed with Harlow, as well.

I actually surprised him with Harlow for our three year anniversary. 

It was probably one of the best moments

ever watching Chris walk inside and pick him up for the first time.

Although, in all of the excitement he did tinkle just a bit.

Chris tends to do that from time to time.. .

I would have five more Harlows if I could.

Unfortunately, having dogs in the city isn't the easiest thing in the world...

Without being too visual, let's just say I go through

about five poop bags a day. 

And his "yard" is the park a couple blocks away.

But you certainly can't beat all of the dog friendly bars and restaurants Chicago has to offer.

Okay, unintentionally I have rambled on about my dog

for one too many lines.

I promise every one of my posts is not like this.

Stop on by and say hello!

The Daily Tay

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