Posted on August 14, 2009 by melissact
So, since I can’t afford to restock on my usual (and expensive) skin care products, and also because I’m trying to get back to the basics in regards to what I eat and put on my body, I decided to take a stab at making my own. I’ve hesitated for so long because I could [...]
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Posted on August 4, 2009 by melissact
It’s amazing how the more you have, the more you want and the less you have, the more you realize you don’t need that much. I know everyone says it in some form or another but for me it took something like this recession to make me see that I have more than enough to [...]
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Posted on March 16, 2008 by melissact
It’s funny how when I have setbacks in my personal life, I am thrown off and I have to remind myself that it’s not the end of the world and that it doesn’t mean I failed. This doesn’t happen to me in my professional life, only personal. I don’t know why that is.
Having to [...]
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Posted on February 22, 2008 by melissact
What a crazy week this has been! The digital marketing agency where I work has been crazy-busy since the start of the year and even more so this month. Just love it! I have to admit though, I’m really pooped. I’m supposed to be studying for a Spanish exam I have this weekend but all [...]
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Posted on February 6, 2008 by melissact
I’ve always had a passion for Orchids. Until just a few years ago, I only grew Orchids. Not a house plant was to be found in my home. Then, tragically, in January of 2004, my Mom had a cardiac arrest during the night and died suddenly. For 3 months after her death, I couldn’t function. [...]
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