• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Makeup and Beauty Blog | Makeup Reviews, Swatches and How-To MakeupMakeup and Beauty Blog | Makeup Reviews, Swatches and How-To Makeup

A beauty blog blooming with fresh makeup reviews, swatches and beauty tips from your friendly neighborhood beauty addict

  • Home
  • About
    • About
    • Contact
    • FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
    • Advertising & Media
  • Categories
    • Product Reviews
    • Makeup
    • Skincare & Fragrance
    • Style & Fashion
    • Hair
    • Nails
    • Tips & Tutorials
    • Just for Fun
  • Brands
  • Store

Checking In: Gorgeous Clouds, and Several Firsts

February 16th, 2023 by Karen 19 Comments

I saw these beauties the other day in the sky when I picked up Connor from dance class. Don’t you love the colors and the shape? They look like clouds in a painting. Gorgeous!

Well, it’s been a couple days of several firsts on this end.

I found Connor’s first written banana note, for one.

I’ve always liked writing little notes on bananas; it’s just a funny thing I’ve always liked to do.

Now that Connor is learning to read, I’ve been leaving her notes on her bananas at snack time. Today I wrote, “You are kind, important and so loved” on one side and “You are beautiful inside and out” on the other.

Anyway, I went to grab a banana today out of the bunch on the counter, and found a note in her handwriting.

So sweet.

Another first: I went to my very first dog birthday party.

Our friends had a dinner to celebrate their dog Bella’s second birthday, and we were invited over for pasta and dessert.

Bella’s mom made her a birthday cake from scratch that included ground chicken and carrots, among other things. The party was fun and super cute!

Last, but certainly not least, I went to my first official video meeting for – drumroll please – a new writing gig.

Yup, it was for one of the interviews I had in the last month, and I’m super stoked because it’s with a luxury Korean skin care line with a product that saved my skin when it was breaking out terribly, which I’ve purchased and used to the last drop many times.

Amore Pacific Treatment Enzyme Peel
Amore Pacific’s Treatment Enzyme Peel

That same skin care line has another brand in its portfolio with a product that’s been sitting on my nightstand for years!


I really wanted to write for a line that I’ve used and loved, so I’m super excited about what’s on the horizon.

Anywho. Thanks for being here and listening while I’ve looked for a new job. You’re a good friend, and I appreciate you.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Checking In: Gorgeous Clouds, and Several Firsts / Originally published February 16th, 2023

There are 19 comments on this post. Leave yours.

Categories: Just For Fun

Previous Post: Happy Valentine’s Day
Next Post: What’s a Good Hair Day Like for You?

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sarah Lowes says

    February 16th, 2023 at 12:04 pm

    Great news, Karen! I’m sure you’ll do well and they’ll appreciate you. XXX

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 16th, 2023 at 12:05 pm

      Thanks, Sarah! How did your Trinny London makeup turn out? Do you like it?

      Reply
  2. Anjali says

    February 16th, 2023 at 12:38 pm

    Congratulations Karen!!!! That is incredible news!! Wishing you all the best 🙂

    Reply
  3. Tatiana says

    February 16th, 2023 at 1:26 pm

    Congratulations!!! So happy you go the job. Wishing you lots of happiness and success!
    Thanks for posting the pic of those beautiful clouds.

    Reply
  4. Julie says

    February 16th, 2023 at 1:39 pm

    Congratulations, Karen! Good luck on your new adventure!

    Reply
  5. Megan says

    February 16th, 2023 at 2:41 pm

    Congratulations, Karen! They are lucky to have you.

    Reply
  6. Jan says

    February 16th, 2023 at 3:26 pm

    Congratulations on the new gig. So glad you can work with a product you love. As Megan said, they are lucky to have you.

    Reply
  7. Rachel says

    February 16th, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    Congrats! What a great brand to work for!

    Reply
  8. Sherry says

    February 16th, 2023 at 6:12 pm

    Congrats on your new job Karen!! Amore Pacific is such a great skincare line!!

    Reply
  9. Martyna says

    February 17th, 2023 at 12:21 am

    So happy for you, Karen! Congrats on the new gig! Sounds super exciting! Love me some Laneige lip mask!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 17th, 2023 at 9:53 am

      Thanks, Martyna! The Lip Mask is such a staple, right? LOVE IT!

      Reply
  10. Jessika Barber says

    February 17th, 2023 at 5:50 am

    I’m so happy for you Karen! I have used the Enzyme Treatment Peel for over 10 years! It’s a staple in my skincare. I only wish Nordstrom still carried the brand! It’s hard to buy it elsewhere for me since I get an employee discount 😜.

    Anyways CONGRATS on your new job, I hope everyone that you work with is as lovely as their products!!!

    Reply
  11. Daphne says

    February 17th, 2023 at 7:32 am

    Congratulations, Karen! I am so glad you found a job with a company you really like. I hope it turns out to be your dream job. I know you will do great things.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 17th, 2023 at 9:52 am

      Thank you, Daphne! I’m going to send out good energy into the universe to set up the “dream job” scenario. 🙂 Have a wonderful Friday!

      Reply
  12. Mandy says

    February 17th, 2023 at 7:48 am

    Congrats Karen!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 17th, 2023 at 9:52 am

      Thanks, Mandy!

      Reply
  13. Amanda says

    February 17th, 2023 at 10:42 am

    Congrats, Karen! So happy for you – and I am obsessed with Laneige products.

    Reply
  14. Susan Zimmerman says

    February 18th, 2023 at 5:17 am

    The universe came through for you. All your hard work, positive energy, and best effort landed. I’m so excited for what’s in store. All good things.

    Reply
  15. Kim says

    February 28th, 2023 at 5:57 am

    GAH! Congrats!! I knew you’d get it!! And I love both those brands, so I’m extra excited for you. I use the Laneige water sleeping mask every day (and also love the lip mask). Good luck with the gig – I hope you enjoy every second. They’re lucky to have you!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Welcome to Makeup and Beauty Blog

Welcome to Makeup and Beauty Blog! My name is Karen, and I’m a freelance writer obsessed with makeup.

Makeup and Beauty Blog features daily product reviews, makeup tips and beauty news — like an interactive version of a monthly print magazine, except with occasional pictures of my cat.

Recent Posts

Sundays With Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 878

Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Vol. 894

Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Vol. 893

Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Vol. 892

Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Vol. 891

/* real people should not fill this in and expect good things – do not remove this or risk form bot signups */

Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Featured Posts

Sundays With Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 771

Lady Unicorn

Weird Things I Like to Do

brows fill out beforehand

Before You Pluck or Wax Your Brows, You Must Do This

current bare skin status

What’s One Thing That Drastically Changed Your Skin for the Better?

Copyright © 2025 Makeup and Beauty Blog. Get in touch.