Melissa Deza (Page 2)

For as long as I can remember I’ve always loved snacking. It feels like every day I cave into a bag of chips, cookies, or maybe some candy in between big meals. I’m so into having a quick nibble that I am always looking for new treats to enjoy. So when I was given the People’s Choice Beef Jerky Box to test out, I was ecstatic to begin trying it. The box came with eight different types of jerky. I have to admit, before receiving this box I didn’t know much about beef jerky. Looking through my new box of snacks, I noticed a largeRead More →

With every passing year Thanksgiving seems to come quicker and quicker. Before we know it  everyone is changing their iced coffee orders to anything pumpkin spice or ordering hot cocoa. It can come upon us so fast that we feel like we blinked and it’s time to start our Thanksgiving planning. With the holiday fast approaching, we wanted to share with our readers some of the delicious recipes on our own Thanksgiving Menus. If you’re hosting turkey day for the first time or you want to bring a dish to Friendsgiving, take a look at our menu and let us turn you into a holidayRead More →

It’s safe to say that Instagram is social media’s most popular platform. It’s the perfect app to check in on when you’re in between meetings or sitting at home having a glass of wine. There are tons of accounts to draw inspiration from, but with so many it’s hard to choose (and sometimes hard to find) which ones will inspire you the most. This past week we took extra notice and created a list of 10 Instagram accounts that feature a variety of inspiring content that we know you’ll love. Click on the IG handles listed below and be sure to follow. You can alsoRead More →

During this time of the year with the change in weather, there’s also a change in our everyday makeup routine. With dark shadows and strong lip colors, fall brings on a vibe to be brave and step outside of our comfort zone. Right now there are some exciting launches and upgrades happening in the world of makeup. Here are some of our favorite fall 2017 makeup products that just hit the shelves. You’ll be taken care of from skincare to new makeup trends! BareMinerals Combo Control Milky Face Primer This primer from BareMinerals is a new product that gives your skin some much needed prepRead More →

In the last 15 years Youtube has become the go-to source for makeup inspiration. Everyday millions and millions of people search for beauty vloggers, makeup tutorials, and advice on how how to achieve that flawless red carpet look. If only this option was available when we first started to apply makeup! Some of these vloggers are makeup artists by trade; while others are just really damn good at it. Here’s a list of vloggers that will inspire you to step up your makeup game. Gothamista <iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/LI54fwY9yUo” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe> <p>What makes Gothamista a great vlogger is that she looks into the products sheRead More →

One of the many benefits of living in California is the access we have to see so many beautiful places this state has to offer. No matter where in CA you live, you’re able to get a change of scenery with a simple drive or a quick plane ride within the state. This past weekend I was invited by a girlfriend to join her for a concert she was attending in Berkeley. We decided to take a road trip and spend three days in San Francisco. This was my first time taking the drive and I was preparing myself for a long, long commute upRead More →

Discovering Yoga My first time trying yoga was a couple years ago. I was in search for a new workout and had heard great reviews from friends. I learned quickly why so many people love this exercise. Leaving my first class I felt amazing physically and mentally. It was easy to see why so many swear by doing yoga to better themselves. Since then I try my best to fit in a yoga class every so often. I’ve never gotten to a point of doing anything too advanced, though there has been some improvement in my flexibility. My main reason for continuing a yoga practiceRead More →

There truly is no place like Southern California in the summer time. The weather isn’t too different from the rest of the year but the feeling of summer brings upon a whole new attitude. Which comes with new routines for getting yourself set for the day ahead. Unfortunately for some, summer doesn’t always mean a break from getting up early and working. With work and other obligations I still find myself hitting snooze on my alarm rather than taking an extra hour or two to sleep in. But with the sun out in the summer I find myself wanting to get up and get onRead More →