A jar of Vaseline costs about 5 dollars. It also last for years. It sits in the bottom drawer of your vanity of on the top shelf of your closet. Why? Because there are so many things that Vaseline can be used for that people never think about. I think this happens with a lot of products because we think that each thing has only one use now a days.
Use it to prep your skin before fragrances. Moisturized skin will hold the scent better, so run some on before using your perfume to make your fragrance last longer. Also apply it before your self tanner. It will act as a barrier and make for less unevenness and staining. This also applies around the hairline before coloring your hair with dyes.
Vaseline is great at taming fizzy hair and sealing dry split ends. If you're really savvy, you could even use it to keep your eyebrows in place.
Adding Vaseline to the skin brings moisture and shine. You can try swapping it for your daily highlighter to give you face a more natural glow. Even slide a little on your shins to make your legs glow.
Use it to remove makeup stains from clothing. All you need is a damp wash cloth and a little Vaseline and the stains will lift from the fabric. This works on pillows, blankets, sheets, anything.
If you're into doing your nails, this one is a must know. If you ever find yourself cleaning up around the sides of your nails after you paint them, even when you try your best to keep it in the lines, there is a solution. Add Vaseline all around your nail and cuticle, without getting any on your nails themselves. Now paint your nails and get the perfect manicure without the clean-up. The Vaseline creates a slick surface so the polish doesn't stick to the skin and rubs right off.
This may be obvious, but the main use of Vaseline is to moisturize, and it does a great job. Use it anywhere you see your skin starting to dry or crack. This doesn't just apply to skin either. Use it as a clear mascara to nourish your eye lashes on the days you decide to go for the natural look.
If you want to try a fun makeup trick, add Vaseline to your favorite eye shadow and instantly turn it into a eye base/cream eyeshadow.
As far as footwear goes, don't waste your money on shoe polishes. Use Vaseline to get them shining again! This works for any boots or other leather shoes or goods that could use a polish.
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Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Cross country; My experience (cont.)
I remember the first day I showed up for informal practice over the summer. We ran 3 miles that day, and I couldn't help but think, "what have I gotten myself into?" It was a terrible feeling. I didn't think I would make it through the first week, let alone the whole season.
Looking back, I'm glad I stuck it out. The experience of running for Kennedy has taught me so much besides just the basic elements of running itself. I learned a lot about commitment, which has helped me through high school, and will continue to help me throughout me whole life. It's so easy to give up, to quit, but sticking it out can help you learn a lot about yourself and even improve yourself on the inside as well as the outside.
As the season progressed I started seeing huge improvements in my running. The progress provided the motivation I needed to work hard and run my first varsity race, as a sophomore. This was something I had never even dreamed of. My parents (mostly my dad) were thrilled, and I had found a new love for something I never even knew I would be good at.
One of the days I'll never forget for as long as I live was my race that year at the Iowa City Ashten cross country course. It was a cool breezy day and I tied up my spikes ready to race. Little did I know I would take first place of over 200 girls that day in the fresh/soph division. Of all the races I've ran in my "career", it still ranks at the top as my shining moment. That was the moment I knew this wasn't just a sport for me anymore, it turned into a passion that I will probably carry with me for the rest of my life.
My grandmother (on my dad's side) started running when she was 50 years old. She has been a huge inspiration to me as well as my dad, who runs 8-10 miles a day. He trains for and competes in triathlons year round and is my number one supporter, skipping work and meetings to watch every one of my races.
If there's one thing I learned from this whole experience and life as a whole, it's that you shouldn't limit yourself to the things you've grown up doing. Try something new once and while because you never know what might happen.
I finished the season earning my varsity letter.
Word count: 419
Looking back, I'm glad I stuck it out. The experience of running for Kennedy has taught me so much besides just the basic elements of running itself. I learned a lot about commitment, which has helped me through high school, and will continue to help me throughout me whole life. It's so easy to give up, to quit, but sticking it out can help you learn a lot about yourself and even improve yourself on the inside as well as the outside.
As the season progressed I started seeing huge improvements in my running. The progress provided the motivation I needed to work hard and run my first varsity race, as a sophomore. This was something I had never even dreamed of. My parents (mostly my dad) were thrilled, and I had found a new love for something I never even knew I would be good at.
One of the days I'll never forget for as long as I live was my race that year at the Iowa City Ashten cross country course. It was a cool breezy day and I tied up my spikes ready to race. Little did I know I would take first place of over 200 girls that day in the fresh/soph division. Of all the races I've ran in my "career", it still ranks at the top as my shining moment. That was the moment I knew this wasn't just a sport for me anymore, it turned into a passion that I will probably carry with me for the rest of my life.
My grandmother (on my dad's side) started running when she was 50 years old. She has been a huge inspiration to me as well as my dad, who runs 8-10 miles a day. He trains for and competes in triathlons year round and is my number one supporter, skipping work and meetings to watch every one of my races.
If there's one thing I learned from this whole experience and life as a whole, it's that you shouldn't limit yourself to the things you've grown up doing. Try something new once and while because you never know what might happen.
I finished the season earning my varsity letter.
Word count: 419
Cross country; My experience
Normally I lean towards the beauty side of things, but today I'm diving into health. Running specifically.
I'm 16 years old and even though I'm only in high school and still have a fast metabolism, its still important to keep in shape in my spare time. However I'm not the most self motivated person, especially when it comes to exercise, which is why I joined the XC team at my high school. I'll admit this was also partially motivated by my hatred for gym class in general, and getting a sports waiver was just an added bonus. But what most people don't realize when they sign up for a sport, like running, is that they are not only committing to the competitions weekly, but practicing daily, and a commitment to your teammates.
I learned very quickly that cross country is not a sport you play to get out of taking gym class, its so much more than that. And its more work and time based upon how much you decide to challenge yourself and the goals you set.
Freshman year I played volleyball, which I love, as a sport. But my experience on the team was less than enjoyable and I couldn't wait for the season to end so I could get my weekday afternoons and my Saturday mornings back. However when sophomore year rolled around, I still wasn't keen on the idea of using a whole period of my schedule to sit in a gymnasium, earning half credit, when I could be taking a class I actually enjoy for the entire term. A few of my close friends suggested going out for xc, but I was weary of the idea, only because aside from a few 5ks over the summer, I hadn't ever run competitively.
After a lot of consideration, I decided to go for it. And at first it was slow going, I won't lie.
Practices were long and the coach was slightly unpleasant, but it wasn't torture. There was something that made it different from volleyball and I noticed it immediately. The girls on the team were not just teammates, we all supported each other like family, and that made all the difference throughout the season. I was welcomed to the team with open arms, and I will always be grateful for that.
Word count: 387
I'm 16 years old and even though I'm only in high school and still have a fast metabolism, its still important to keep in shape in my spare time. However I'm not the most self motivated person, especially when it comes to exercise, which is why I joined the XC team at my high school. I'll admit this was also partially motivated by my hatred for gym class in general, and getting a sports waiver was just an added bonus. But what most people don't realize when they sign up for a sport, like running, is that they are not only committing to the competitions weekly, but practicing daily, and a commitment to your teammates.
I learned very quickly that cross country is not a sport you play to get out of taking gym class, its so much more than that. And its more work and time based upon how much you decide to challenge yourself and the goals you set.
Freshman year I played volleyball, which I love, as a sport. But my experience on the team was less than enjoyable and I couldn't wait for the season to end so I could get my weekday afternoons and my Saturday mornings back. However when sophomore year rolled around, I still wasn't keen on the idea of using a whole period of my schedule to sit in a gymnasium, earning half credit, when I could be taking a class I actually enjoy for the entire term. A few of my close friends suggested going out for xc, but I was weary of the idea, only because aside from a few 5ks over the summer, I hadn't ever run competitively.
After a lot of consideration, I decided to go for it. And at first it was slow going, I won't lie.
Practices were long and the coach was slightly unpleasant, but it wasn't torture. There was something that made it different from volleyball and I noticed it immediately. The girls on the team were not just teammates, we all supported each other like family, and that made all the difference throughout the season. I was welcomed to the team with open arms, and I will always be grateful for that.
Word count: 387
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