Flashy Falsies:

I've never felt more beautiful. Doing a makeover on the inside really helped me on the outside. Getting rid of things that weren't good for me emotionally and physically was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I still am a candy addict and will binge on anything with frosting or chocolate, but that's part of being made of sugar and spice! =) I've never been a fan of false lashes. I've always tried wearing them and could never get the lash band close enough to the line of my lid. The thick banded lashes especially (found mostly in volumizing lashes) really bothered me because I have never been a fan of thick liner on the top lid. But one night while getting ready with my gay boys (one who is a MAC artist) pulled out an amazing pair of lashes that he said I had to try. So I gave it a whirl. I instantly fell in love and false lashes have become my go to beauty best friend ever since. The trick is to stay away from volume lashes. You can still get lashes with volume just as long as they are lengthening. The length balances out the volume and you won't end up with a thick banded lash. Most people use Duo for lash grip. It's thick and white, and you have to let it set for 30 seconds and wait about 5 to 10 minutes to let it dry completely clear. I don't have that kind of time so I suggest using Ardell Lash Glue. It's clear and you can immediately apply your lashes after you swipe the glue across the band. This glue has seriously changed my life! Place the band as close to the lash line as possible. When the glue dries, take your favorite mascara (mine personally is MAC Falsies Extreme Black) and apply it to the falsies and your natural lashes. This will make the grain of both lashes follow the same exact direction and makes it look more natural. It's so easy and can make your photos pop. I feel more confident and beautiful with lashes anytime I go out. I even wear them to work most of the time. If you're not a falsie girl, just wear them out on occasion. The compliments will flow. Oh and one more thing. My favorite falsies of all time, that lasted about a full month were Duo lashes. You may have to trim the edges if you have wide set eyes, but just avoid the Duo lash grip. It's not horrible, there is just a better glue out there! Well.... there you have it beauties! A quick little Sunday Morning lash lesson. I suggest you try it!

Learning From Your Mistakes....

2011 was an roller coaster way, and I mean this in the best way possible. I have met the most amazing people and actually decided to grow up. You see, I was a spoiled little girl, who threw a fit if I didn't get my way, and all I wanted to do was party and spend my family's money. I thought life was perfection until something life changing happened. I won't disclose what happened because I don't want to be recognized as that person anymore. I'm wiping away the rust from my tarnished name and becoming a better person. In 2010 I was forced in to making a decision that I am so grateful for now. My life was forever changed and I decided that staying sober was the way for me. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't that easy. It was the hardest decision I have ever made in my life. I wanted to drink and party and be the old Ashley MANY times during this year. Especially now, that I'm going through a heart break. But thanks to my loving friends and family I have stayed sober. I have accomplished so much this year. I got a job in the fashion industry doing what I love, I am now doing burlesque which has been one of my dreams, I moved out of my parents house and got my OWN APARTMENT! I am independent, I am happy, I am free. I am doing things that I only dreamed about but wasn't able to do because of alcohol. I get to go on guilt free shopping spree's with MY hard earned money. Not my parents or my drained trust fund. I am finally getting modeling offers and talent agencies interested in me, because I am taking care of myself. This year has been so amazing and I am so grateful for everything in my life. 2012 started out rough. New Years Eve was full of glitter and good friends, but I had my heart broken on Day 2. New Years Day was the 14th anniversary of my mother's death, and I have been working my ass off. BUT my horoscope said that today is the first day of the rest of my life. So I'm taking my control back and not letting anything get me down! You shouldn't either. I wish all of you the best year ever beauties. Happy 2012!