2022 Was The Year Of My Dreams, I Truly Never Wanted It To End.

Let’s just take a minute and reflect on 2022, the year I truly did not want to end.

This has been one hell of a year, the year I have dreamt about since I was a little girl. This year not only did I buy my first home, but I bought my first home with the love of my life. We finally have a place to call our own and a place to make so many memories to come. Not only did we go in on buying a house together but this was also the year that the man of my dreams asked me to marry him. Not only did he ask me to marry him but he took me to my favorite place and asked me to marry him in front of all my friends and family, on the ocean with a ring fit for a princess.

We started planning our wedding and we found our dream venue….

I didn’t think this year could get much better, that was until I found out I was pregnant in October! I have always wanted to be a mom, ever since I was a little girl. That was my dream. I had the best mom growing up, and I’m lucky enough to say that I still do have the best mom. I have always wanted to be just like her and my dream was finally coming true! Not only did I find out I was going to have a baby but I was going to have a daughter!

A little girl, a little mini me!

I honestly can’t tell you how many times I have cried this year, I promise they were all good tears…. I am so beyond blessed to have the year I did, this past year! I am so excited to see what 2023 has in store for me and, for my growing little family but I really loved 2022 and truly did not want it to end.

7 Makeup Trends You Need to Try for 2022

The bolder the better.

After the chaos of 2020 and 2021, people are ready to see what 2022 will bring. And, of course, a new year brings new makeup and beauty trends. All that to say, there are seven new makeup trends you need to try for 2022.

1. Bold Lips

This has been a trend in the past, but the bold lip is coming back into play in the makeup world. Whether it’s a bold red, shocking pink, or even vibrant purple, finding a bold lip color to use will be the hit of the year.

2. Rhinestones

Bling is in for 2022! Use some rhinestones around your eyes and even on your collarbones for the extra sparkle you’ll love for the year. You can find this bling at specific makeup stores, big box stores, or even costume stores.

3. Red-Based Tones

Specifically orange, red, and coral, these red-based tones will be all the rage. Grab some lip colors in these shades to pull in the bold lip or get some eyeliner in these shades to go with the bold eyeliner trend.

4. Soft/Satin Skin

In the past, there’s been matte skin, dewy skin, bare skin… The list goes on and on. This year, soft/satin skin is in. What does this mean? This trend is right between dewy and matte without using a ton of makeup. For this, focus on BB and CC creams, or lightweight foundations and powders.

5. Bold Eyeliner

This 80s and 90s trend is coming back to life. For this trend, there are a couple of different ways to do it. You can do designs such as intense cat eyes, geometric shapes, and fun patterns. Or, you can use bright colors such as coral, pink, blue, purple… If it’s bright, add it to your collection.

6. Draped Blush

This trend has been around for a while but has become more popular recently. We know about shaping using bronzer and/or contour, but did you know you can create the same effect using blush? Instead of applying it just on the apples of your cheeks, sweep the color from your temple across your cheekbone.

7. Lifted Brows

Eyebrows have probably been one of the most commonly-changed makeup trends. From thin brows to thick brows to brushed brows to defined brows, there are so many trends that have passed. But, for 2022, the trend is lifted brows. To do this, invest in brow gel or brush-on brow color and then brush your brows up and set them like that. For darker brows, you most likely won’t need to add much color. For lighter brows, find a lighter-colored product so they still look natural, but noticeable.

Makeup is ever-changing and sometimes it can be hard to keep up with what’s popular. But, with these new and easy-to-do trends, you can stay on top of the makeup game while still looking super chic.

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Emmie Pombo is a latte and tattoo-loving Tennessean who specializes in mental health and beauty writing. She holds a degree in Journalism and a certification in Makeup Artistry and Airbrushing. Follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

10 Reasons I am Hopeful for 2022

I had my ups and downs with 2021 – probably like with many other people. I think the COVID fatigue has been hitting me. I thought the pandemic would be over months ago, but here we are. The biggest moments of darkness for me came in other problems besides the pandemic such as depression, job anxiety, low self-esteem, doubts about my future, drama with loved ones (which is normal for family), not seeing loved ones due to the pandemic, not seeing friends, either, because of the pandemic, feeling low, not having enough money, feeling useless – the list can go on for me. I think I have found 10 hopeful reasons, though, for why 2022 will give me some hope in my own personal life.

1. My boyfriend

He has saved me at my lowest points and has made me feel like I am capable of doing anything. He was truly a blessing in disguise and I have hope he will help make 2022 a better year for me.

2. My new job

My new job started in October 2021. I just began here, but I hope it gives me better opportunities as it has already given me a better pay raise.

3. The COVID-19 heroes

I do believe, in the midst of chaos, and with honestly the back and forth of government protocols, that we will eventually get through this because of the nurses and healthcare workers who have not given up.

4. My mental health care team

I am starting to work with a regular therapist and OCD specialist to help guide me on my mental health journey to feeling better and controlling my anxiety that takes a toll on my life.

5. My parents

They give me support no matter how much I can be a pain to them. I have said things I regret but they are always there to help me.

6. My boyfriend’s family

My second family who I love, and lets me call them whenever I need them.

7. My loyal and hopeful new friends

Friends come and go. I hope some new ones stick around like the old ones.

8. My schooling

I am getting my master’s in human services and finish in June 2022. I am hopeful this will open more opportunities for me.

9. Exercising

This is cheesy, but working out keeps me in check with my body and health.

10. Sleep

This one may sound odd. When I am asleep, my troubles disappear for those moments and I am fine with that. It does not take away from the problems and it gives me relief to not think about something.

2022 is going to be an interesting year. We are almost two years into the pandemic. Mental health is on the rise. I have to take care of myself not for the sake of the pandemic but for myself. I am hoping 2022 can truly be a good year for me and that it will help change my life for the better. May 2022 bring me joy and happiness along with the health that I deserve.

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Molly Rose lives in PA but is originally from NY. She wrote for Odyssey Online in 2017 and has now started her journey with Puckermob. Molly is getting her Master’s degree online in Human Services at Capella University. She is an advocate for individuals with disabilities. Follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Tips for Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2022

Every New Year brings a new set of resolutions. With every December comes a final balance of our accomplishments and setbacks that we are constantly reflecting on when creating a strategy for the upcoming year. If you’ve realized that sticking to your resolutions has been beyond challenging, you need a comprehensive guide like his one to guide you through this journey called determination. Keep on reading to find out how you can easily stick to your New Year’s resolutions.

Work on your resolution with someone else

Achieving a goal is always easier when you have a partner with the same goal to keep you motivated. That is especially true if your buddy is more determined and inspired to stick to their resolution. That’s why you should have a mutual resolution that you and your friend will try your best to stick to. We suggest you make a competition out of it to see who gets to achieve the goal first and stick to it the longest.

Set a realistic goal

If one of your resolutions includes breaking a habit that’s been a part of your life for years, you need to prepare for a challenging year. One of the ways to stick to a resolution is to set a realistic goal for yourself. You can’t expect to quit smoking in 3 months, for instance. Prolong the deadline to 6 months and allow yourself to reach your goal gradually. You didn’t develop the habit overnight, and you can’t expect to break it that soon either.

Look for a meaningful resolution

New Year’s resolutions tend to be focused on personal development. So why not make one of your New Year’s resolutions to look for meaningful activities? One of those can be to start donating to charity or helping an organization raise funds for its cause. These events help acquire money, and White collar boxing for charity is one of the best examples of such an event. Help others by getting in shape, building muscles and learning how to defend yourself and do one of the most meaningful things in 2022.

Use a vision board

Are you one of those people who need an effective reminder of who you want to become? Visual aids will help you visualize your goal and achieve it more easily. Create a vision board of all of your resolutions so that you can take a look at them every day. It will be a powerful reminder of what you promised you’d do in the year ahead. On top of that, it will drive you forward, help you monitor your progress, and help you stick to your resolutions.

Find a fun resolution

From quitting to bite your nails or smoke to eating healthier foods, some resolutions will seem more challenging because they won’t offer any fun experience. So, instead of focusing on all the negative aspects, you’d like to improve, start thinking about new things that you’d like to try. Some of your New Year’s resolutions can include learning something new, bringing more adrenaline into your life or stepping out of your comfort zone. As long as it’s fun, it’ll be less challenging to stick to your resolution.

It’s almost time to think of your New Year’s resolutions, so you better think well. Make sure you’re writing down resolutions you’ll be able to achieve in a timely fashion and without much fuss. The more realistic the resolution, the easier it will be to stick to it. So, if you need a buddy to help you out, look for one. Create a vision board or look for fun resolutions if you want to make them more achievable.o view the HTML code. You can then copy/paste the code into your own website or blog.

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