Instagram

I joined about a month or so ago.  I have 5 "friends" and the rest are follows - all blogger-type of people.  It's actually kind of interesting.  I get some good recipe ideas, product ideas, tutorials (hello Instant Pot).  It's kind of fun.  And I like that it's not a bunch of friends because, let's face it, it's just repeat of Facebook or Snapchat, etc.

Anyway, that leads me to a product I saw reviewed.  Eye concealer (I'll take a picture when it comes ... of course I forget the name of it).  I have dark circles under my eyes - mostly genetic, I think.  The R&F under eye cream is nice, but no results yet (fingers crossed).  Those dark circles are still there and if genetic, aren't going anywhere.  My concealer is okay, but this blogger swears by this one - hello Instagram tutorial.  Can't hurt to give it a try.

I'm also trying a new recipe today.  Barefoot Contessa apple pie squares.  They look heavenly.  Hubby and son announced a diet clean-up coming for Monday.  This will be a little treat before that happens.  Stay tuned ...

I also saw a tutorial on doing gel nails at home.  I have NO plans to do my own, but the information was interesting.  Some good explanations of "why" certain steps are important, etc.  It was good to know when I'm having them done.

Speaking of which -- I have a gel nail appointment today.  My nails are much healthier and I want to see if that will help the gel last longer.  It used to last 3 weeks for me -- 3 days doesn't cut it.  I actually like the long lasting polish too.  I'm a little on the fence.  My cuticles are what's in need of TLC.  I don't want to have the drying time for a regular manicure today. Oh such dilemma 😕 I'm a bit in the mood to try a color with the long lasting.  It doesn't last very long (so I won't get sick of it) and then I can paint them myself.  If I do the gel and it peels, I'll be back to unhealthy nails again. Hmmmm.

Today is racking up to be a bit of a boring day (I know -- too busy, too bored, too busy, too bored - no pleasing me).  Hubby is gone, youngest is working.  And nothing is inspiring me.

I'm reading 2 books - neither has gripped me.  Nothing catching my eye on TV.  I'm not in the mood to "work" on anything.  I'd go to the movies if it weren't the weekend.  I like doing solo movies, but I stay clear of date nights.  Friends are all busy with their families.  I won't hike by myself (even with my pup). I'm golfing tomorrow so I won't do 2 in a row with my issues from last year.  My house is clean.  Laundry is done.  Bills are paid.  It's even a rest day for my workouts.

Nails and baking.

Poor privileged ME.

I'll keep thinking about it.  Stay tuned tomorrow for the thrilling conclusion ...