Dreamland Lacquer November Polish Pickup Exclusive: Queen of the Iceni

Afternoon!  I'm watching more Halloween movies, putting together baby things and eating leftovers for lunch.  I made homemade meatballs and they were really darn good - the kids also ate way more than I was expecting and I only had 2 tiny little meatballs left over.  So I'm back again today with another PPU post!  Are you in the know yet for the November theme?  It's Badass Women and I love where the makers took this!  Real and made up characters alike are getting their due respect.  Dreamland Lacquer was inspired by Boudicca, Celtic Queen of the Iceni.  She's basically a badass Queen that led a rebellion against Rome and their attempted take over of her land.  Artist renditions of her really give her that "I'll kick your ass and take you down" look and it's awesome!  You will be able to purchase Queen of the Iceni from 11/2 - 11/5 for $12, no cap.  Let's jump in, shall we?

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Fit Snack Box: October 2018

Late night post coming at'cha!  I know you don't mind, especially when it's full of tasty and healthy snacks to fill your belly!  I haven't had a Fit Snack box to share for a while, there wasn't one for September but this October box is great!  New products that I haven't tried before and others that I was excited to see return in the box.  As always, you can save 30% off your first box by clicking my link HERE.  So without further adieu, let's jump in and I'll let you know my thoughts on each snack!

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Lollipop Posse Lacquer November Polish Pickup Exclusive: My Heart Is Like The Ocean

Evening friends!  I'm relaxing next to my injured child while watching my hubby make a temporary closet for the baby clothes to have a place to live.  If you weren't in the know, we are remodeling the house and went from a 3 bdr to a 1 bdr.  Things are tight, and will be even more so when the baby arrives!  But we are making due!  While I'm over here feeling cramped and out of room (both in home and in belly) I figured I'd drop another polish from the upcoming Polish Pickup for you to enjoy!  As I've mentioned before, the November PPU's theme is Badass Women and Lollipop Posse went with Tori Amos!  Now I don't know much about Tori, but my college roomie and BFF really liked her and I never could get in to her music after 4 years of listening to it (so much lamenting and melancholy tunes - you only changed my mind on The Cure, Elena!).  My Heart is Like the Ocean is specifically inspired by the song Take to the Sky.  Karen chose this song and musician because she was the inspiration for the first ever LPP collection!  $1 of each bottle purchased will be donated to RAINN, who Tori Amos was a spokesperson for.  You can learn more about RAINN here.  My Heart is Like the Ocean will be $12.50, no cap.  You can purchase it from 11/2 - 11/5.  Let's check it out!

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Stella Chroma November Polish Pickup Exclusive: Badass Beekeeper & Rosemary Mint Emulsified Sugar Scrub

Hey hey hey!  Sitting here in the local Starbucks having snacks with 2 of my kids while we wait for Noah to finish up his soccer practice.  It's kind of fun to do this, we bring books and homework and get shit done!!  The kids like it because then they can play at night instead of worry abut homework.  And Julian is feeling better today, less sore and less hobbly than yesterday.  And he liked wearing his slippers to school and showing off the picture of his stitches.  But let's talk about nail polish and the Polish Pickup!  It's open THIS Friday and the theme is Badass Women.  Stella Chroma picked one of the most badass women I personally know - the one and only Courtney from 6 Harts.  Badass Beekeeper will be available from 11/2-11/5 for $12 and there is no cap.  Pam typically donates a portion of proceeds to an organization that supports girls furthering education in STEM fields and will continue that by donating $1 per bottle to Girls Who Code AND a $1 donation directly to Courtney to help her with medical costs as she goes through her treatments.  There is also an amazing new Emulsified Sugar Scrub in Rosemary Mint scent - so fresh, so clean, so much like a bountiful garden!  It will be $5.50 for a 2.5oz jar, no cap.  $0.50 from each scrub will be donated to Courtney. So let's get to the post and check these products out!

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KBShimmer November Polish Pickup Exclusive: Some Like It Scot

Morning friends!  Man, I am tired.  Yesterday was a long and exhausting day with an ambulance ride to the ER and 9 stitches in my middle little's leg.  Chunk of glass - 1, Julian - 0.  Definitely hope that's the last time I have to call an ambulance for any of my kids.  I was up all night helping him as adrenaline and meds wore off so as you can imaging, this hugely pregnant mama is wiped out and fighting a headache.  But that will not deter me from starting to share the November PPU shades I have to share with you.  November's theme is Badass Women and it covers real and made up characters.  The first polish I have to share with you is KBShimmer's Some Like It Scot, inspired by Claire Fraser from Outlander.  If you haven't read the books I highly suggest you do, they are a rich blend of history, fantasy and romance.  The show is great too but it does skip parts from the book - might be hard to follow if you haven't already read them.  Always, Claire is this badass time traveler who is a doctor/healer and a woman who can totally take care of herself!  You can pick up Some Like It Scot for $10, available from 11/2 - 11/5.  Let's jump in and check it out!

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Born Pretty Store: Round Stamping Leaf Design Plate

Hullo out there in nail polish land.  I am freezing my buns off at the boys practice field tonight.  I could go sit in the car but promised my daughter she could play on the playground while we wait for #1 to finish and #2 to start.  The plan is to then take #1 to a Halloween store to pick a costume because what he wants to be isn't gonna fly with me (nor do I think we will figure out the right size in a different language or will it arrive in time).  Anywho, I have a Born Pretty post to share with you and it's a lovely stamping plate that has perfect patterns for any season!  The design are great and you can just change up the colors you use to stamp with.   You can purchase this Round Stamping Plate Leaf Design SKU #40204 for $1.59!  That's like pennies to have fabulous nails, just click the link HERE to get the plate!  And don't forget you can save 10% using my code JTOW10.  Let's check it out!

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Zoya; Element Collection, Fall 2018 - Part 1

Evening dears!  I had a race this morning, the Oktoberfest 5K Fun Run in a local park.  I only walked, except for the last 50 feet or so that we ran together across the finish line.  When I say we I mean me and my daughter.  We had another mom and daughter join us and it was a really fun time.  But I think that will be my last pregnant race, 7 races ain't bad!  Finished off the morning at the Oktoberfest festival and overall I ended up with over 5 miles walked!  Now I'm realizing in a camping chair waiting for my middle little's soccer game to start.  I figured I'd bring the trusty ol'

laptop with me to do some blogging and that's just what I'm doing now!  Ok so I've been sharing Fall colors from different brands and I have half of the Zoya Element Collection to show you.  I split it up into 2 parts because with how tired I am lately, swatching 12 polishes in a row is really exhausting.  So this is Part 1 with Part 2 to follow shortly.  The Element Collection is currently available and you can pick up these shades for $10 each or it's split in to 2 samplers of 6 pre-selected polishes for $60/set.  Now that you have that info let's jump in and see some pics.  

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Alter Ego: Fall Harvest Collection, Fall 2018

Evening y'all!  The hubster is working on making some ribs in his new smoker, and I was looking for an activity to do with the kids but sadly the Winchester Mystery House Candlelight Tours are sold out, booooo.  So maybe we can go to a movie together?  I dunno, he said the ribs are going to take a long time.  So while I figure out out night I thought it would be nice to share another fab Fall collection that is currently available.  Alter Ego created the Harvest Colors collection, perfect shades for the season!  They are $9.50 for each 17ml bottle, or you can get the set of 7 for $51.  Also, don't forget that you can save 25% using my code My Nail Polish Obsession.  Alright, let's check out the polish!

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Alter Ego October Indie Pickup Exclusive: My Own Worst Enemy Soap

Hey hey friends!  It's been almost a week since I posted, but I've been on a tight schedule with my kids this week and trying to get everything done and frankly I am just done.  I am worn out.  I am big and lumbering and waddling and aching and in pain every time the baby moves now.  4 weeks to go and I would be very happy if it was an early L&D.  Anyways, that does not excuse me from my commitments to my blog and the lovely makers who use me to showcase their products.  Let's start off with this fun soap that will be available during the Indie Pickup, which opens up tomorrow! So the theme for the IPU is the same as it was for the PPU, Villains.  Alter Ego went with Tyler Durden from Fight Club and also make a fabulous pink polish that matches the soap!  You can see my post for the polish HERE. The soap is called My Own Worst Enemy and is the iconic pink bar of soap from the movie.  It will be available from 10/19 - 10/22 for $7.  I am not sure of the cap on this one so pay attention if you really want this one!  Let's jump in to the post!

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ellagee: TIS San Antonio Exclusives, The Moody Collection

Evening!  It was so nice to have the afternoon off from shutting the kids around.  My daughter ended up at a birthday party at the local park so the boys and I rode our bikes over to join them and have fun watching all the games.  I haven't been to a party with old fashioned games in a long time!  There were sack races, limbo, wheelbarrow races and 3-legged races.  The kids had so much fun, I'll have to remember those games in the future.  Well I just ate and am heading out to make a pumpkin shirt for a race I'm in this Sunday, so this will be a quickie post.  Tomorrow is The Indie Shop San Antonio.  So many of you lucky nail polish lovers are going to have a fun time.  ellagee will be there with lots of goodies to show off.  One such collection is the brand new Moody Collection, a trio-color thermal set.  Now I will put the disclaimer from Laura here for you to read: Thermal pigments are fascinating and so much fun to play with. At the same time they are very sensitive to extreme temperatures. Because of the hot weather in Texas (and then to me in California) my press samples were damaged during shipping. I didn't want them to arrive to customers as anything less than intended so I've decided to make them exclusive to the San Antonio Indie Shop, where they'll be available with their full thermal effect as shown in the swatch stick photos.  I did indeed receive polishes that are affected by the heat so only a few showed transition and I only saw 2 colors at best.  With that said, this collection will be exclusive to TIS San Antonio and leftovers will make their way to the website for online shopping.  The Moody Collection will be $12 for individuals and $50 for the set.  Let's check out the polish!  

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Alter Ego: October Polish of the Month, White Lightning

Evening!  Just got home from gymnastics and soccer practices and then a late dinner out.  Phew, I'm tired and I genuinely have no idea how I'm going to make this all happen with a newborn.  I guess I'll deal with that when it is actually a reality.  So now I'm home and the kids are cleaning up, doing homework, listening to music, playing and I'm here to share a quickie post!  Alter Ego has a monthly polish for her Facebook Fan group.  I've shared a few and they are so fun and original.  Well I have the one for October and it's another awesome creation!  This is White Lightning.  It's available until the end of the month for $9.50.  It's an LE so trust me when I say you don't want to miss out on it!  Plus, you can save 25% using y code My Nail Polish Obsession! Let's jump I and check it out!

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ellagee; TIS San Antonio, Strange Magic Collection & TIS VIP Bag Exclusive - Hello Texas

Morning.  I had the worst night sleep ever.  With the house being under construction the kids no longer have rooms and we are all squished in my room and the living room.  It was hot, every time my son moved around on the cot it woke me up.  Then I thought, I'll just snag a nap after I drop them off but nope.  Laborers are here demolishing more of the roof so bang bang bang they go!  So I'm cranky, tired and sick but I'm up and decided no better way to spend my time (ie avoiding the laundry or any real responsibility) is to blog! This weekend The Indie Shop is happening in San Antonio...I've been to 2 of TIS events before and let me tell you, they are uber fun!  If you can make it happen I highly suggest you go!  ellagee will be one of the vendors there and she'll have lots of polish for you to peruse and play with.  Today I have The Strange Magic Collection for you as well as the TIS exclusive.  The Strange Magic Collection is a gorgeous magnetic trio and will be $13.50 each or $35 for the the trio.  This trio will also launch online on 10/13!  And if you purchased the VIP ticket you will receive the TIS exclusive, Hello Texas!  So let's jump right in and check out the polishes!

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LeChat Dare to Wear: Color Me Autumn, Fall 2018

Evening!  It was a fairly restful day for me.  I had a nice afternoon shopping around the Halloween aisles at Target.  I picked up a few decorations because all of my standards are packed away in a POD while we are re-doing the house.  Yes, literally right before the arrival of baby #4.  No, it won't be finished in time.  No, I have no idea how we are going to manage but we will.  Tonight, while the kids finish up homework and clean up I wanted to jump on and share a gorgeous and fun Fall collection with you.  This is the LeChat Color Me Autumn Collection.  It's currently available on their site and it's absolutely worth checking out!  I love their take on Autumn and LeChat has really been slaying with colors and formula lately.  These are a steal at $6.95 each!  Alrighty, let's check them out.

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Stella Chroma Hella Handmade Creations, October 2018 - Queens of Westeros, Queen Margaery

Afternoon!  How is Monday for you?  I spent the morning at doctor appointments again, then what seems like forever at the grocery store.  I put my feet up for a few and it's already time to get the kids!  I think I will try to nap after that.  But before the nap here's a fun post! I have the last of the Queens of Westeros collection to share with you.  Stella Chroma has worked her way through the Game of Thrones Queens and we are now at the last one, Queen Margaery.  This will be available exclusively through the Hella Handmade Creations site from 10/14 - 10/21. Queen Margaery will be $12.  Let's head in to the post and check her out!

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ellagee; Holo Maniacs October 2018 Group Custom, Incandescent

Dear Sunday, I wish you were actually Saturday Part 2 because the weekend always goes by way too fast.  Thankfully it was a nice family time weekend, I saw my brother on Saturday for apple picking and my mom today for pumpkin picking!  Kids enjoyed spending time with them both too.  Sometimes it's hard when everyone has a hectic schedule. Well I am back at you with a another weekend post to share a gorgeous polish created for a private Facebook Fan group.  ellagee created Incandescent for the Holo-Maniacs group.  Incandescent will be available until the end of the month and will set ya back $12 - you must be a member of the group to order.  Let's check it out!

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Girly Bits Cosmetics; Limited Edition October Colour of the Month Duo - Red Sky at Night & Aurora Twilight

Good evening to you on this fine Saturday!  How was your day?  Mine was full of soccer games, apple picking and roller skating (well I didn't roller skate, but my kids all did).  Now we are finally home for the night and watching Hocus Pocus!  Overall, a pretty great Saturday.  I figured I'd spend a few minutes online and share a post with you lovelies!  Girly Bits has her new COtM Duo out and they're both pretty dang HAWT! I actually threw one on as a pedicure immediately after swatching them.  Red Sky at Night (isn't that an 80's song?) and Aurora Twilight are available NOW until 11/1.  They are $16.50 CAD each or $31 CAD for the duo until 10/10.  These are Limited Edition so as I always say, if you love them, don't miss out!  Let's jump in and check out both beauties!!

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Blue Eyed Girl Lacquer October Polish Pickup Exclusive: Scarlet Flame

Evening!  It's been a busy Friday for me so this is the first chance I've had to sit down and get this last post up to share with you.  I spent the week prepping you for the opening of the Polish Pickup and that happened this morning.  Have you ordered yet?  If you have that's ok, you can place another order and get a refund on shipping.  I only say this because you will probably want to purchase this vampy beauty by Blue Eyed Girl Lacquer!  Scarlet Flame is a fabulous magnetic polish that was inspired by Smaug from The Hobbit.  You have the potion to purchase this with or without a magnet, but I suggest you get the magnet, it's one of the bar magnets that is very strong and works well.  You should probably act quickly though because even though Scarlet Flame is available until 10/8, there is a 175 bottle cap (100 without magnet for $13 or 75 with magnet for $15)!  Let's delve in to the post quickly so you can make some important life decisions!  

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KBShimmer October Polish Pickup Exclusive: Resting Witch Face

Evening!  Hopefully you had a great day!  I've been running around all night getting kids to games, practices and pick ups.  I actually jumped on the freeway headed home, on autopilot, and realized I completely forgot to pick someone up!  Oops!  Then I was late to pick up from the last practice and it was literally pitch black when I rolled up, sigh.  It's been a really busy day so I'm not being too hard on myself.  Ok so I am sneaking in with a quickie post for another fantastic Polish pickup shade that will be available tomorrow morning.  If this isn't on your wish list get it on there because it's one of the more unique thermals I have come across!  This is KBShimmer Resting Witch Face (the name alone would be good enough reason to buy it).  It was inspired by The Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz. This is such a classic movie and she is such a classic villain!  Christy nailed it with the color changes in this polish too! You can get Resting Witch Face from 10/5 - 10/8 for $11, no cap.  So let's check it out!

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Lollipop Posse Lacquer October Polish Pickup Exclusive: Your Name Belongs to Me Now

Good morning!  What's new for you this fine Thursday?  I have some doctor's appointments to get the kids to, including flu shots, oh boy!  Tomorrow the Polish Pickup opens!  Are you excited?  I already have a wish list ready with my must haves.  You will definitely want this stunner from Lollipop Posse on your wish list!  This is Your Name Belongs to Me Now and it was inspired by Yubaba from Spirited Away.  You'll be able to purchase Your Name Belongs to Me Now will be available from 10/5 - 10/8 exclusively at the PPU.  It will be $12.50 and no cap.  So let's go ahead and delve in to check out the polish!  

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Stella Chroma October Polish Pickup Exclusive: Playing With My Emotions, Smokey!

Hullo out there!  Happy hump day!  My morning wasn't the greatest, and I have 2 sick kids dealing with nasty coughs right now.  But you know what...I heard Ice Cube Today Was A Good Day on the radio AGAIN today!!  I think it's a sign that I am indeed having a good week!  And really, minus cranky, sick kids I can't complain.  And right now I have a totally awesome polish to share with you that was created for the Villain themed October Polish Pickup.  Stella Chroma was inspired by Big Worm from Friday (best movie EVER!).  He just wants his money or his stash back, can you really fault him for that?  This polish is Playing With My Emotions, Smokey! and it will be available from 10/5 - 10/8 for $12, no cap.  Alright, let's check it out, shall we?

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Dreamland Lacquer October Polish Pickup Exclusive: What Big Eyes You Have

Afternoon!  I'm enjoying watching my oldest play volleyball.  He's got 2 more games to go then we are putting all our focus on school work.  He's fallen behind a bit in a class or two and I know once he has one less extra-curricular activity all will be fine.  I have lots more Polish Pickup shades to share with you this week.  The October PPU's theme is Villains and it's open from 10/5-10/8.  Dreamland Lacquer was inspired by the Big Bad Wolf - definitely a villain everyone knows!  What Big Eyes You Have will be $12 and there is a 150 bottle cap on this gorgeous polish.  Let's just jump right in so you can enjoy the polish! 

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ellagee October Polish Pickup Exclusive: |̶|̶|̶|̶

Good morning!  Happy Monday...can people really say that?  Monday's are never really great, so much back to the grind and traffic and blah.  But I did hear Ice Cube Today Was A Good Day on the radio while driving back home so that's a good sign (best song ever).  This week should be ok because we are gearing up for the Polish Pickup this Friday!  I have plenty of polishes to share with you this week.  Let's get it started with ellagee |̶|̶|̶|̶.  I have no idea how to pronounce it and only from being told that it's a Doctor Who thing.  |̶|̶|̶|̶ is specifically inspired by The Silence, who are always there but never in your awareness....ooooh creepy stuff boys and girls!  You can purchase |̶|̶|̶|̶ from 10/5 - 10/8 for $12, no cap.  Let's jump in and check out this beauty!

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