Update & Getting Back Into Shape...AGAIN

A while back I had created a post about me wanting to get back in shape...I was determined! Last time I had decided to get back to my old body it was so much easier, I just cut out sugars & watched my sodium & fat intake & the weight melted off...this time, not so much.  I've recently started working another job and sometimes burritos & corn dogs are my only lunch option (that's not true, I'm just usually too lazy to make myself lunch so I'm stuck with fast food options). I'm back to eating dinners very late at night and loading on carbs and sugar during the day.  I just can't seem to resist fast food & all the icky items I KNOW I shouldn't be putting in my body.  The pounds just keep on a'comin! It seems like every time I want to start my week off by eating right I have some excuse or reason of why I should just grab a TV dinner or order takeout.  I feel like I'm in such a weight-loss rut.  Making videos has become last on my priority list because 1. I can't seem to find time and 2. I feel so horrible about myself & weight that the last thing I want is to be putting myself out there.

I need to remind myself of this every day!
Since my last update/weight loss post in April, I've gained 5 pounds, now that may not seem like a lot to some people, but for me, it's meant not fitting into my favorite dress, pair of jeans and tops. There's nothing more upsetting than not fitting into your clothes. There's only so many excuses I can make, I've GOT to get back into shape and start living a healthier lifestyle.  I'm hoping to take you all along on this journey of getting back to the old me, yes it's embarrassing to put it all out there like this but I feel like it will help me stick to my goals.  What are some words of wisdom or advice you could give me?  What are your favorite low sugar/low fat snacks? If you're on MyFitnessPal please add me, I can use all the support I can get! It's always easier when you have your friends along for the ride.  Also, if you're on Pinterest let's follow each other! I'm always looking for new healthy recipes and snacks on there!

Until next time,

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Eyeshadow Primer - My "Frienemie"

So I've been priming my eyelids for about 8 years now, it's just second nature when I do my makeup. I've tried SO many different primers from high end to drug store.  The one I've stuck with the longest and always seem to go back to is the cult-favorite Urban Decay's Primer Potion.  I've been one of the lucky ones and never really had to worry about creasing, I used my eyeshadow primers for one purpose: brighter colors.  Recently, everything I do, my shadow creases! I've never had this problem! I've been switching between Urban Decay's Primer Potion (original) & Too Faced Shadow Insurance (original & Candlelight)...two of the best, right? For me, wrong. So now I begin my "Eyeshadow Primer Journey." Wanna join? Hopefully it won't be too long of a journey ;)

What are YOUR favorite primers? Least favorite? 

Until next time,

Marina - mCubed Makeup

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11 Questions Tag!

Oooh fun, fun!! I was tagged by Stephanie at http://thenewbeautyreview.blogspot.com/ Her blog seriously rocks! She’s always got some fab stuff going on :)

 You must post these rules.

- Each person must post 11 things about themselves on their blog.

- Answer the questions the tagger set for you in their post and create 11 new questions for the people you tag to answer.

- You have to choose 11 people to tag and link them on the post.

- Go to their page and tell them you have linked him or her.

- No tag backs.

- No stuff in the tagging section about 'you are tagged if you are reading this'. You legitimately have to tag 11 people.

Questions from Stephanie:

What does the word "Beauty" mean to you?

Beauty means feeling great about yourself! When you feel beautiful, you look beautiful!  I believe that beauty is also something within, it’s not always what’s on the outside that makes a person beautiful!

      What are your favorite makeup & skincare products?

Oh goodness, I have soo many…my go-to products are MAC Studio Fix Fluid, NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine,  MAC Breath of Plum blush, my Clarisonic Mia, Olay 2-in-1 Cleansing Cloths and Indie Lee The Body Scrub

            Favorite movie?

Elf, Romy & Michelle’s High School Reunion and Big Daddy

           Who do you love most in the world?

My family, friends and the feeling of being happy with yourself!

      If you could meet any celebrity, who would it be and why?

Lisa Kudrow, she always plays such a dingy (albeit hilarious) character but she is soooo intelligent! I’ve always thought she would be so entertaining to have lunch with! Oh, Kathy Griffin is another that would be fun to meet!

      What's the best part about being "you"?

Exactly that…I’m ME! Everyone is unique in their own way and that is what makes everyone so amazing and interesting!

      What trait do you dislike most in others?

Rudeness, people who think they are better than others (I’m a firm believer that NO one is better than someone else! We are all equal!) and of course, bad drivers :)

      What makes you feel glam?

Platform pumps, full lashes, a smoky eye, chiseled cheeks, & a shiny baby pink lip!

       Favorite food?

Anything fried! I LOVE fried food! Fried food & candy are my 2 weaknesses :(

Who influences you most in your field?

I've been a fan of Megan Martinez (Chaos Makeup Artist) for a while now! She is so inspirational and amazingly talented! I always look at her work for inspiration.

If you could travel to any destination, where would you go?

Dubai, Bora Bora & Phuket!

My 11 questions for you!

1. Do you have any phobias or really dislike something?

2. What is the last book you read?

3. Lipstick or gloss? What's your favorite brand/shade?

4. What's your cocktail of choice?

5. What's one quality you'd like to develop in yourself?

6. If you could have any occupation in the world, what would it be and why?

7. What is your guilty pleasure?

8. When do you feel most beautiful?

9. If money wasn't an object, where would you go for a dream vacation?

10. What is your favorite high-end beauty item and drugstore beauty item?

11. Living or dead, who would you most like to sit & talk with and why?

Tag! You're it!

Lauren http://laurenslodown.blogspot.com/

Janna http://glossandglitz.com/

Stephanie http://www.stephsbeauty.com/

Gabriella Sofia http://www.hautefuture.blogspot.com/

Kristen http://glitterglossandglaze.blogspot.com/

Nancy-Lee http://fashionchicsta.blogspot.com/

Tiffany http://www.everydaybeautifulxx.com/

Kelly http://beautyobsessed2.blogspot.com/

Autumn http://auttyw.wordpress.com/

Chicachew http://www.chicachew.com

Cathy http://www.mypinktasticlife.com/

If you can't participate, that's okay! I understand :) 

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15 Weird Questions Tag

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Friday...we meet again.

Friday, the day that we wait for all week and is gone in the blink of an eye!  I look at Friday as my "go-all-out-with-the-uber-funky-makeup" day/night.  Since my husband works weird hours and I'm now finishing up my last semester in college, we usually don't get to do too much on the weekends.  Most Friday nights we will meet friends for drinks, have a date-night or rent some movies and order takeout.  No matter what we do, I always consider it my going out night.  There's nothing better than a nice dinner and a dirty martini or a fabulous glass of wine!  


So my fellow readers, how do YOU spend your Friday nights? 




Marina -mCubedMakeup

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