Bangs&Besos

May the odds be ever in your Favor !

2012-04-09T17:52:00.000-04:00

Hey dolls! So I just got in from the movies with my main loves, my two sisters :) We finally saw The Hunger Games!
First, I have to tell you guys that one of my sisters and I actually read the books, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. With that being said... we all know that unfortunately movies aren't the exact replica of the novel itself, but more of a universal gist.
The movie opened with a mixture of scenes from the novel piled into one seemingly story. Already the movie is nothing like the novel. -_- The movie continued on like this until the end. To be honest, it was quite frustrating. I've read the book and am now expecting one thing to happen when either they've cut the scene entirely or they hodgepodge'd it butchering different scenes and sticking them together. I was disappointed.

Difference: In the very beginning of the novel, Katniss is waking up to a cold side of the bed where Prim should be, but isn't. Prim has had a bad dream, no doubt, and went to sleep with their mother. As Katniss begins her day she finds the usual things, like the goat cheese Prim leaves for her. In the movie, this scene is NON-EXISTENT.

Difference: In the novel, Katniss receives the mockingjay pin from the Mayor's daughter, Madge, and kept it since. In the movie, Katniss finds it among Greasy Sae's piles of things and asks what it is. After being told it was a mockingjay, she requested the price, only to have Greasy Sae tell her to just take it. Eventually Katniss gives the pin to Prim, telling her that for as long as she has the pin, nothing bad will happen.

Difference: In the novel, Katniss reflected on a time when she and Gale were hunting in the woods, when suddenly a hovercraft materializes and then there are the two escapees running, and look to Katniss and Gale for some kind of help. In the movie, the scene is shown in the beginning, as if it were just happening but neither of the escapees are shown. The hovercraft just slowly moves away.

Difference: In the novel, at the reaping Haymitch is late and clearly very drunk, falls off the stage and everything. In the movie, this scene is NON-EXISTENT.

Difference: In the novel, once Katniss and Peeta are on the train, they meet the red headed avox girl. In the movie, this scene is NON-EXISTENT.

There's so mannnny more issues with the Hunger Games movie and it's differences with the book that it would take all day to list them. Honestly I was not satisfied with the outcome and officially rate it 2.5/5 besos.

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Different Types of Basic Makeup Brushes

2012-03-18T21:16:00.000-04:00

Foundation brushes have long, flat bristles that are tapered at the ends, allowing for accurate and precise application of foundation or concealer.

The E.L.F. Studio Foundation Brush runs for about $3 at eyeslipsface.com

The Mac Foundation Brush 190 runs for about $33 at Mac.com
The Sigma Foundation Brush F60 runs for about $14 at sigmabeauty.com

E.L.F Studio Foundation Brush

Sigma Foundation Brush F60

Mac Foundation Brush 190

Powder brushes are big and fluffy, with many bristles to pick up loose powder. These brushes are to dust makeup powder evenly and loosely across the skin.

The Mac Powder Brush 129 runs for about $34 at Mac.com
The E.L.F. Studio Powder Brush runs for about $3 at eyeslipsface.com
The Sephora Powder Brush runs for about $14 at sephora.com

Mac Powder/Blush Brush 129

Sigma Powder Brush F55

E.L.F. Studio Powder Brush

A kabuki brush features a large bunch of bristles firmly packed into a circular base, with a very short handle. These brushes are used for face powder or mineral foundation and should provide complete, even coverage across the face.

The Mac Buffer Brush 182 runs for about $49.50 at Mac.com
The E.L.F. Studio kabuki Brush runs for about $6 at eyeslipsface.com
The Sigma Kabuki Brush runs for about $16 at sigma.com

E.L.F. Studio Kabuki Brush

Mac Buffer Brush 182

Sigma Flattop Kabuki F80

A blush brush is used for adding blush colors onto the cheeks. Two main types of blush brushes are most popular: large and fluffy blush brushes or small and angled blush brushes. The bristles should be soft, as this provides a more natural look.

The Mac Blush Brush 129 runs for about $34 at Mac.com
The E.L.F. Studio Blush Brush runs for about $3 at eyeslipsface.com
The Sigma Blush Brush F40 runs for about $14 at sigma.com

E.L.F. Studio Blush Brush

Sigma Blush Brush F40

Mac Blush Brush 129

Eyeshadow brushes are small and come in a wide variety of shapes. Angled or pointy eyeshadow brushes help line the eyes; blunt brushes add color to the eyelids.

The Mac EyeShader Brush 239 runs for about $24.50 at Mac.com
The E.L.F. Studio Eyeshadow Brush runs for about $3 at eyeslipsface.com
The Sigma Eyeshadow Brush E55 runs for about $9 at sigma.com

Mac EyeShader Brush 239

E.L.F. Studio Eyeshadow Brush

Sigma Eyeshadow Brush E55

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Nails! By Sally Hansen

2012-03-09T15:28:00.002-05:00

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Salon Effects by Sally Hansen! I love these little things! They are very neat! I remember when Avon came out with it a few years back, but Hansen has definitely improved on the product since. The two above are the ones I used. I have lots more just gotta wait to use em! I'm super excited though!
The process is not very complicated in the least but does require patience. They do include handy tools however, which is a plus. They include an Emory board for your nails and a small wooden stick with a point on one end and a flat angled end to push back those little cuticles.

That's the package it comes in, the pink emory board, the cuticle stick, and two nail effect pouches. The green is named GROOVE and the other ICE BLUE. Below is the finished product, though I only did one hand :/
The time it takes is generally the same as if you were to use wet polish: base coat, two color coats, and top coat, and wait for them to dry. The cool, obvious difference is that I could never hand paint my nails in the cool and funky patterns that Hansen has created!

I had major sticking issues with the middle finger. It still isn't down.

I think I did a pretty good job!

So guys, let me know what you think. Love it, like it, or just don't get it. I give this product 4/5 besos!

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Inbetween Seasons: Mustard Love

2012-03-08T11:26:00.002-05:00

Here, in this collage, I've combined the best of keeping warm and cooling off. When the weather gets like this, cold in the morning blazing hot in the afternoon, I like to be able to have my cake and eat it too! I've paired a heavy mustard pea coat, for the cool morning, with a thin white tank, for the warm afternoon. I couldn't decided whether i wanted jeans or slacks so I've put them both in the mix! There are also a few accessories to choose from. You can be daring and wear the wild rhinestone panther ring or timid with a mustard and gold beaded flower ring. The gold chainlink watch with a rectangle face was seemingly perfect in my opinion. Not to big of a face for this dainty look, and just the right amount of femininity in the chained band. The earrings are gold with flecks of teal that match back the the innovated mary jane suede pumps. I just love the band around the ankle! Tell me what you love, hate, or just don't get! I give this look 5 besos!

Little Miss Ashley Hand!

2012-01-13T21:58:00.001-05:00

My sista from anotha mista came to visit me this past weekend! She lives in North Carolina (north cackalacky) which is entirely too far from me! Any whoooo Miss Ashley came and we partied it up! She was only here for a few days but it was def worth it. Here are a few pics:

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Smiles!

Happy Fam <3

Sister from another Mother ;)

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New Video: E.L.F. Haul!

2012-01-13T21:38:00.001-05:00

GO LOOK!!! YouTube

In this video, I show and explain a few E.L.F. products that I own. It was originally 37 minutes long! but as you may or may not know YouTube only allows 15 min vids :/ so i chopped down a lot of footage! Took out all my unnecessary blabber, I'm always talkn to myself hahaha! I'll eventually make a bloopers vid, so don't worry B&Bers :) ___________________________________

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Angelique Daubon :)

2012-01-13T20:38:00.003-05:00

My baby turned 19! Little Miss Angelique M. Daubon :) We went to Dave and Busters and then headed downtown to party it up :) Ahhh it was such a good time. She's def coming in to her own. #veryproud. Here's a few pics and a hilarious video from the night. Enjoy <3

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PhotoBooth 1


PhotoBooth 2

PhotoBooth 3

PhotoBooth 4

PhotoBooth 5

Hilarious Video

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Dinner & Downtown :)

2012-01-03T02:12:00.000-05:00

My twins have finally turned 21! To celebrate they decided to go out to dinner at Olive Garden, then head downtown in a very nice Rolls Royce white limo; red carpet and all. :)

Pictures! :)

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Dinner!


The girls


...& again

In the limo

Smiles :)

Happy Birthday Loves!

Off Guard :/

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Whoa!

2011-12-23T01:19:00.001-05:00

It's been exactly one month since i've posted a thing! I'm so sorry! I have been soon busy I can't find the time! No need to worry, I'm backk and better than ever! I'll be posting videos more frequently so be sure to check often! Ill also do a bunch more reviews on products that you all have selected! 2012 Is going to be an amazing year ya'll! Get ready! <3 Mauh!

E.L.F. Cosmetics! Haul!

2011-12-09T15:32:00.001-05:00

This video will be up shortly. Be sure to check my YouTube Channel!

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ShaiSimms The Beauty Guru! :)

2011-11-23T02:43:00.000-05:00

Im starting this new thing where I promo a person for one whole week. Here's the lucky first person:

Meet ShaiSimms. She's 24, young and vibrant! She loves to talk fashion and has an eye for cosmetic art. When she isn't talking about hair and make up, that means she's getting dolled up for a night on the town!! Look out guys, shes not one to underestimate!

ShaiSimms BLOG | YouTube

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She's just starting out, but I think she's doing a great job! Visit her YouTube and Subscribe and Like her videos! Don't forget to leave positive feedback!

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Drake's new album Take Care.

2011-11-19T06:00:00.001-05:00

is amazing. here's Take Care - Drake ft Rihanna :)

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Twilight!!

2011-11-19T04:19:00.001-05:00

Soooooooo, I finally saw Breaking Dawn!!!! GAHHHHHH! I melted. I cried. I laughed. I peed, a little bit. It was epic! Honestly, when it was over I screamed out "NO!!" and the audience started laughing at me. Hahahhah I was and still am upset that it's over. Now I must wait. A WHOLE F%#$%ING YEAR!!!!! November 16, 2012. that's a long time. -_- it's okay I'm sure I'll find things to keep me busy in the meantime. Maybe not as interesting, but I can try... Anywayyy! Let me tell you about the movieee :) SPOILER ALERT!! RED FONT!!

So at the start, Jacob runs out the house and throws the wedding invite down and runs off in the rain. Cuts to Bella and Edwards wedding preparation scene, every one is setting up and doing their part to help make the wedding amazing. Bella sees Edward from afar, who looks like he's in some sort of trance, thinking about what will happen after the wedding. Next scene is Bella, who has a crazy dream that at the wedding Edward and her are going to eat all their guests. They're standing at the alter covered in blood, only to look down and see their guests piled high dead. The next scene is the start of the wedding, showing how everyone is happy, but nervous at the same time. Charlie walks Bella down the aisle. As they walk you can see how absolutely terrified Bella is and the more she sees Edwards face the more confident she becomes as she and Charlie are walking. They say their I Do's. At the beautiful reception, they have a quick run in with Laront's (spelling) significant other, who is deeply disturbed and hurt by his death. The guests give speeches and bless Bella and Edward with good wishes before they leave to their honeymoon. All the speeches are extremely awkward. Bella's mom creepily sings a song she used to sing to baby Bella, while Alice speaks about how Bella will have to put up with her trying to make her wear heels and skirts. Bella and Edward take a breather and go outside where Jacob soon appears. Edward, like a gentleman, lets Bella and Jacob tgalk in partial privacy, as Edward is always listening from even afar. Bella immediately begins to cry when she sees Jacob, as he has been M.I.A. for a little while. This is supposed to be Jacobs final farewell to Bella, but you and I both know that day will never come ;). As the converse Jacob finds out that Edward and Bella plan to do the dirtyyyyy while she is still human. This really upsets Jacob and as soon as he begins to lose his temper Edward pops up and Jacobs anger is heightened. As things tense up a bit, The wolf pack is not far behind and comes to remove Jacob from the hostile situation. As Jacob leaves you can see how sad and hurt he is... A bit later, things calm down, Bella and Edward go back to the reception where they soon leave for their honeymoon. Edward has yet to tell Bella, or anyone for that matter, where the honeymoon is. As they come closer to leaving, the guests all line up outside to see the newlyweds off to their honeymoon.

ill finish this promise. im o.d. sleepy. haha

Busy Beeeee

2011-11-16T21:36:00.001-05:00

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Hey guys! I've been so busy lately! School had me swamped for finals. They only give us a week off every 10 weeks; last week was my week off and I def took advantageeee ;) Unfortunately during that week, my family and i were informed that my grandmother, on my father's side, had passed. I cannot begin to tell you the world of hurt I'm in. I'm much better as are my sisters but my parents... I can't say the same. My dad practically stayed in bed the entire day, and he's the one that'll jump on your bed if you're asleep past 9am. Her funeral is in a few weeks, they have to fly her home, to Jamaica which is also where the funeral will be held. To be honest, she's been sick for a while, but the actual event is so much harder to grasp. Positive side, she's no longer hurting.

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Whoa. Justin Bieber's A Certified Rapper!

2011-11-02T21:17:00.000-04:00

This shit go so hard! Lol a little unexpected from Mr. Bieber. But I gladly give him 5/5 Besos!

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RAVE: Maybelline Pulse Mascara

2011-11-01T23:40:00.003-04:00

I love this mascara! Its like falsies without the falsies! No fake lashes needed ladies! Only thing, you have to apply it slowly. None of that a few quick strokes n i'm done. Gotta make the time to apply it. Luckily, it's worth it. Now with the vibrating wand, my homegirl thought it was a vibrator at first, as it went off in my purse! Haha! Cleared that up real quick! I personally feel as though the vibrations could be a bit stronger and actually extend throughout the entire wand from end to end .Instead it's located in the cover, and slowly loses strength as you get closer to the tip/applicator. Overall I give it 4/5 besos!

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Maybelline Pulse Perfection Mascara
about $8 drugstore

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Finally! My YouTube Channel is Up! Go watch!!

2011-10-28T00:20:00.003-04:00

FB | TWITTER | TUMBLR | YOUTUBE | RealWorld FB

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Ahhhh! I'm super excited! Please watch, like, and subscribe <3 Thanks so much Dolls!

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Dead.

2011-10-25T16:57:00.002-04:00

i'm so tired.

gahhhh! Rihanna - We Found Love!

2011-10-19T21:58:00.004-04:00

I am in L O V E with this video... I didn't really vibe to the song that much, but this video makes it 10x better.. I love it!

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Real World Auditions are todayyyy! :)

2011-10-15T11:00:00.001-04:00

FB | TWITTER | TUMBLR | RealWorld FB

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ahhhhh! im so excited, nervous, anxious, the butterflies are everywhere! Weirdest thing of all i don't really know what to expect. I know it's in orlando. I know there will be A LOT of people lined up. that's about all i know. The auditions for The Real World are in t-two hours and I don't know what to do with myself. Wish me luck!

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VanJess24!

2011-10-08T15:39:00.000-04:00

These girls are amazingggg ... i've known about them for a while now and they just get better every day.

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View VanJess24 YouTube | View VanJess24 FaceBook

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Rain.

2011-10-08T14:23:00.000-04:00

It has been raining ALL morning. We've been lounging and playing card games and being bored ahah.. facebookin it up. so bored...

4AM

2011-10-07T04:21:00.000-04:00

Took an early nap and now I can't sleep :/ it's 4:11am..
Of course I ended up on youtube :P found a really cool dance video to Ni**as in Paris from JayZ n Kanye's album Watch the Throne and this rollerblading sports movie thing. It's really cool.

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DANCE VID:

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ROLLERBLADING:

so cool.

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english class.

2011-10-07T01:46:00.000-04:00

A short essay I did in class today. We had 30 minutes to write a descriptive narrative about the best/worst day ever. Not some of my best work haha! :

Work.

As I rolled around, squirming like a worm, from an amazing uncontrollable morning stretch, I immediately noticed the difference. It made me smile like a giddy school girl. I jumped up and pulled the curtains back from the window. I placed my palm on the pane: ice cold. The day was perfect. The sharp sound of my wake-up alarm interrupted my thoughts. As intensely early as 7:30am was, I just rolled my eyes and grabbed a bath towel.
                I fought with my keys to get it into the little slot, only to realize it was the wrong key. After successfully starting the car slowly rolled out of the driveway and over a ransacked trash bag. Yuck. The banana peel had a death grip on my tire, and I did not have the heart to divorce the two. I felt that awkward bump all the way to work, or in this case a lady’s house. Thank goodness for GPS.
                She opened the door with a smile she had practiced and a rank smell I won’t soon forget. “Come in,” she hacked. I could only think, “Dang girl, who knocked you up?” Contrary to the smell, her home was amazing; filled with silk linens, crystal vases, and portraits of her clearly younger days. She’s gorgeous, well was, and I was determined to find her underlying beauty once more. She showed me a room in her house where we would get to work privately. It looked out of place, as if it never had a name; not a bedroom or an office, possibly a game room but never a dining room, without definition.
                My equipment weighed a ton. I lugged the ton from my trunk to the undefined room. I began my usual set up routine: muslin, lights, tripod, camera, lens, make-up booth, clothes rack. I pulled out a few special items, designed for clients like this one. Masking tape and hair removal creams were among that list. I could hear her shuffling gaining volume, and soon she entered. “Ms. Roosevelt, are you ready for me?” She nodded quietly with an uneasy smile and made her way to the make-up booth. “Hair first,” she whispered.
                Her hair looked great, or as she put it, “I feel like I’m in my 20’s again!” She couldn’t stop whipping her hair, like she belonged on Baywatch or something. The masking tape was almost finished, but I made do with what I had. After using more than the normal amount of airbrushing beads and concealer, I actually felt like we were making progress. The more and more I “fixed” her, the more and more comfortable she became.
                “If you could place your left hand a little further up, that’d be great.” She was an easy subject, almost no direction needed. She had had practice; and if it weren’t for the hundred photos I’d seen earlier, I’d definitely know now. After two easy hours of shooting, we were finished. I showed her the shots, as she excitedly pointed out the ones she loved the most. One in particular resembled a photo on wall in the foyer. I could feel her tenseness. I turned in my chair to see the bombshell flushed faced, quietly sobbing. I popped up, threw my arms around her and waited. Just after what felt like three minutes (which is eternity in hug years) she pulled back and gently said, “Thank you so much.” I could see how much this meant to her.
                I put my name on all the photos, burned it onto a disc and began to pack. I guessed she was in the shower. I packed my trunk and was ready to go, but I hadn’t been paid, so I lingered. Five minutes pass, and I find my way back inside. She was just coming down the stairs. I hadn’t noticed those before. Carrying an envelope and a proud smile she hugged me once more and thanked me once more. I totally made her day. We said our good-byes.
                Before I was too far from her house, at a stop light, I checked the envelope. Ms. Roosevelt paid me two grand more than we had previously negotiated. Can we say best day ever?

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The class is four hours long. All the classes are that long, or longer. -_- But it's a design school so what can you do. Well you can do what i do.. ahha DOODLE!

don't worry. I took notes tooooo

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2011-10-04T21:35:00.000-04:00

I could shake my ass all day to this song. literally.

BIG SEAN&NiCKi MiNAJ

Bangs&Besos

May the odds be ever in your Favor !

Different Types of Basic Makeup Brushes

Foundation Brush

Powder Brush

Kabuki Brush

Blush Brush

Eyeshadow Brush

Nails! By Sally Hansen

Inbetween Seasons: Mustard Love

Little Miss Ashley Hand!

New Video: E.L.F. Haul!

Angelique Daubon :)

Dinner & Downtown :)

Whoa!

E.L.F. Cosmetics! Haul!

ShaiSimms The Beauty Guru! :)

Drake's new album Take Care.

Twilight!!

Busy Beeeee

Whoa. Justin Bieber's A Certified Rapper!

RAVE: Maybelline Pulse Mascara

Finally! My YouTube Channel is Up! Go watch!!

Dead.

gahhhh! Rihanna - We Found Love!

Real World Auditions are todayyyy! :)

VanJess24!

Rain.

4AM

english class.