Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo: Limited Edition

Hello Everyone,

I have wrote in my previous blog about how much I love the Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo eyeshadows and they have just came out with new colors that are in their limited edition. These colors match their new line of colored mascaras. I didn't get the mascaras, but they look so pretty.  Currently, these limited edition colors are only sold at Target and eventually will be sold at Walgreens, Rite Aid, or CVS. I was lucky enough to be able to get all 4 colors. I know there are other limited edition colors out there that I would like to get my hands on besides that four I have listed below.

Here are the four colors I have gotten so far:

All the limited edition eyeshadows have a plastic packaging around it that says "limited edition."
Anytime I see the word "limited edition," I just have to get it... an impulse buy.... I cannot hold back for the life of me.

From just the swatch, my favorite colors are Ready, Set Green and Fuchsia Fever
I do feel Blue on By needs several swatches to make it the color I have on my hand. The other color, Test my Teal is very nice but it reminds me of Tenacious Teal from the original collection, but a bit darker.

If you can only pick one color, the color to go with is definitely Ready, Set Green. It is unique and the color payoff is great.

Until next time,
stay healthy, beautiful, and inspired.

Have a great night!
<3 <3 <3

OOTD: Getting ready for Fall

Hello Everyone,

The city has been cold and foggy even though it is still summer, it feels like Fall. Our Indian summer is around the corner, but I am almost over summer and can't wait for Fall to come. I am already shopping for my Fall wardrobe. Here is a sneak peek....

Sweater: Active Basic
White tank: Forever 21
Black Cords: Loft
Shoes: H & M

Until next time,
stay healthy, beautiful, and inspired.

Have a great night!
<3 <3 <3

Cooking with Sugarcookie #13: Pho

Hello Everyone,

Wow, it feels a weird to blog again after not blogging for almost 2 weeks. I have been busy with work and it's hard making time for my blog and my youtube channel. I really don't know how people do it. Just editing videos take so much time. Anyways, I do want to share another cooking experience with you and that is how to make pho. There are so many ways to make it, but this is just my version of it. I have only cooked it twice and this one came out better than the first. I am a huge pho lover! I need to eat pho at least once a week to satisfy my craving. Now, since I made a huge pot.... it will last me at least a week.

Alright, let's get started!
For the meat, you can use beef knuckles, beef shank, or ox tail. Anyone of those will work just fine. I used beef shank and ox tail.

First, wash the meat. I also have two pots going at the same time. The pot on the right is where I add in both of the meat to cook for 20 minutes just to get rid of the fat and scums.

Once it starts boiling, you can see a layer of scum on top

I pour out the water from the pot into the sink and I am left with the meat. Then I wash the meat with cold water and transfer it into the second boiling pot which is going to be the base for my soup.

While the bone is cooking, I cut up two large onions and two ginger to be broiled in the oven until the surface turns a bit black to give the soup more flavor. I turned the oven on HI for them to broil.

Then I add this into the pot with all the spices:

A handful of star anise

A tablespoon of coriander

Two slices of cardamon. I add them into a small tea ball. I made two of them.

Two cinnamon sticks

2/3 cup of fish sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of salt

Now, let it cook for 8 hours under low heat.

After 8 hours, there should be enough flavor in the soup. Take everything out and strain the soup with two layers of cheese cloth so the little particles don't get into the soup itself.

Your soup should be clear with out anything inside. Scoop out the top layer of fat just to make it less greasy.

I add the beef balls with tendons into the soup so it can cook and absorb the flavor.

For the noodles, I put them into warm water first and then blanch them in boiling water.

Now, we can plate the dish with:
thin slices of meat (I would blanch the meat in boiling water for a second so it is not too raw when I add them to my soup)

I prepared some bean sprouts, basil, and of course serrano peppers (I forgot to add my lime)

Here is my dinner!

Bon Appetit!
Until next time,
stay healthy, beautiful, and inspired.

Have a good night!
<3 <3 <3

OOTD: American Pride

Hello Everyone,

Watching the Olympics has inspired me to wear red, blue, and white. What is your inspiration for this week?
Top: Alloy.com
Tank top: Old Navy
Pants: Alloy.com
Shoes: Tory Burch

If you are interested in digital scrapbooking, here is a great website to look into: http://www.MyMemories.com/

For all my special readers, here is a $10 discount off the purchase of the My Memories Suite Scrapbook software: STMMMS63986

They have all sorts of different designs and backgrounds you can use to create a scrapbook online with all your precious memories. It is very easy to use.  Not only can you create a digital or print bound photobook and calendar, you can also share it on facebook, twitter, or watch it on your MAC or PC.  Another thing that I like about it is you can add music or your voice to make it extra special. For bloggers, this will be great to use to create some unique decors for your site.

Until next time,
stay healthy, beautiful, and inspired.

Have a great night!
<3<3<3

OOTD: Olympiaa by Steve Madden

Hello Everyone,

I am loving my Olympiaa by Steve Madden in the color taupe because it goes with a lot of colors and it adds a few inches to my height because of the wedge heel. I am still looking for the blue multi pair of Olympiaa, but they are so hard to find in my size.

They definitely provide a little kick to your step, adding a little comfort and style to any outfit.

Ann Taylor tank top
Ann Taylor shorts
Forever 21 bow necklace

Until next time,
Stay healthy, beautiful, and inspired.

Have a good night!
<3<3<3