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I was so excited. There was a sale at K-Mart. Buy one L'Oreal HIP product and get another free. I'd been waiting for a sale in something other than the drugstores (prices were a lot higher) so I hurried on over.

The eyeshadows were priced around the same as CVS and the eyeliners had no price listed. I grabbed two colors anyway since I'd shopped before and knew they were $10.99 each. I hurried to the register and watched as the cashier rang them up. I did a double take when I saw the first one scan...

$13.59

The bastards had marked it up over two bucks. So basically, I was getting a deal but not the kind of deal I'd expected. I stood there for a moment debating on whether or not to tell the cashier never mind. After all, I could just go to CVS and pay $11.00 for one and save myself $2.59 and still get one free. But I figured with the costs of gas I'd break even anyway. So I forked over the cash and left a bit miffed over it all.

So for those of you like me who wait for sales to get deals, be sure to call ahead to find out how much they marked the stuff up just before the sale starts. You might be better off making your purchases someplace else.

How's that for a bargain?

It was past time. My New Balance shoes were purchased when I found out I was pregnant with Vincent and while still in decent shape they were starting to take a turn. I'd looked around here and there as I shopped for the kids but I just couldn't fathom spending $30+ for another pair. Especially since I wasn't in dire need...yet.

So I was on my bi-weekly excursion when I decided to step into Shoe Carnival. I also need a pair of sandals terribly and I'd hoped to find some on sale. As I shopped the sale racks I noticed some Sketchers sneakers. I immediately loved the color and style. They were a mix of sneaker and ballerina flats with an intricate colorful pattern. Problem was they were all small sizes and none of them would fit me.

As I moved along I came to the larger sizes and I found one pair of Sketchers exactly like the ones at the front of the store. I got excited until I saw the price tag. The shoes in front were on sale for $10 but these were $39, marked down from $60. Just as I was going to put them back I decided I was going to ask why the one pair was so much cheaper. I grabbed the boxes and made my way to the front.

The girl at the register said the prices were different because they had more of the smaller sizes and they were trying to move them. I thanked her and was about to walk away when the manager walked up. I remembered him from the last time I'd purchased the kids school shoes. He asked what was the problem and the girl relayed what she'd told me. The manager took a look at both boxes, then at me and asked to see them. After I handed them over he looked at each of them, grabbed a black marker and marked the larger ones (in my size) down to $10!

I thanked him and paid up before he could change his mind. I'm totally rocking these shoes by the way. I love the way they look and boy are they comfie but I love the price tag even more. I checked online and they run $60 retail.

How's that for a bargain?

What happened to me?

I've always been a tomboy. When I was a child I preferred G.I. Joes to Barbies, Cowboys and Indians to Dolls and playing war instead of playing house. I never wore dresses or skirts, hated wearing make-up and rebelled when I started growing breasts.

As time moved on I slowly embraced my feminine side but I retained old habits. I always wore blue jeans and make-up was always minimal. The two things I concentrated on were my nails and hair.

Recently however another person has emerged. Something is happening I NEVER imagined possible for me, starting with clothing. I finally purchased a skirt and liked it so much I bought another. After that I realized every girl needs a good pair of Spanx to rock skirts so I got a set. Shortly after this I purchased my first pair of heels and my attention then turned to make-up.

I knew it wasn't cheap but dear god, I never knew it was this expensive. I'd always bought my meager make-up in Wal-Mart since all of my skin care needs are purchased there as well. I use Neutrogena base, Physician's Formula blushes and powder and to cleanse I use J&J's Purpose soap and moisturizer. This has worked well for me over the years but admittedly, I never look like I'm wearing any make-up at all. It's natural taken to the extreme with me.

So lately I've been dibbling in eye shadows, eye liners, and brushes. I haven't made it to the foundations, concealers or bronzers just yet and it's a good thing because I can't afford the stuff I want right now. I've been watching tutorials for these amazing looks on Youtube and the products they use are outrageous.

M.A.C. stuff looks amazing. In each video I've watched this is usually the make-up of choice. I looked it up since I wanted to duplicate the looks and I literally could not believe my eyes. In order to recreate just one look I really liked I'd have to spend close to $300. Let me write that out, just to make sure you realize I didn't type that wrong - THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS.

That is just insane. Ultimately I did some research and ordered some pigments online from another company in sample sizes. This way I can get an idea of what I like and order accordingly. I still want some of the M.A.C stuff and I hope to get a few things but it'll have to wait. I've read that if you make a purchase at the counter the representative will give you up to 3 samples of pigment. So if this is true I'll just pick up a few samples and buy something once per paycheck until I have the things I really want.

I've been living under a rock because I seriously never imagined how expensive it could be. I suppose I should have when you fork out $15 dollars for a bottle of their polish. Jeezus.

It's Always Something...

Today I decided to get out of the house. I got myself and Annabel ready and after we picked Vincent up from school we went shopping. Thanks to Erin, I knew Old Navy was having a sell and we ended up spending all of our time there.

I manged to get the boys a few things but the main reason for the trip was for Annabel. I picked out several things just for her, including a couple of dresses and a T-Shirt I saw online but was sold out (and I wanted so badly, pictured above).

Afterward I took the kids to McD's and got two happy meals (one for Vince, one for me). Sadly the lid to my coke was loose and it flew off as I grabbed the cup, so my entire shirt and pants were drenched in coke. After that we pretty much hauled ass home to change. Oh well, at least this time all I have to do is change myself and put my clothes into the washer. That I can handle!