I rarely ever write a post in one sitting.
In fact, the longer I sit and try to write, the harder it is for me to do so. What usually ends up happening is that I’ll start a post, get hit with a nice bout of writer’s block, walk away, remember what it was that I was trying to say, sit back down, type away for a few minutes, get hit with some more writer’s block… rinse, repeat. And the worst is when I think of the most perfect and brilliant line only to have it slip away because I couldn’t get to a computer/notepad fast enough to write it down. Bugger.
I also rarely ever post pictures of myself.
But this one I really have no explanation for. I thought it was shyness at first, but I think it’s really just that I feel like a goofball for taking selfies. The funny thing is that I enjoy looking at them when I read other blogs, but I feel narcissistic for taking them myself. Go figure.
In any case, you’re probably wondering what the heck these two things have in common, and the answer to that very observant question is… this post.
Since I’m always writing on the go and I have an aversion to selfies, I thought it’d be fun to take you guys around with me and showcase my day through random selfies (to get over it) and the random thoughts associated with them (because those are my favourite). Enjoy!
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As we speak, I’m… all of 20 minutes awake and starting my day with a cup of my favourite tea and some blog reading. Don’t be fooled by my calm appearance — the morning blog rush can be a little stressful sometimes. Why does everyone have to post all at once?!?
As we speak, I’m… making ridiculous faces while putting mascara on. And don’t even try to tell me that you don’t — I won’t believe you. This is why I could never be a makeup guru.
As we speak, I’m… about to run out the door, dressed like I’m headed to a funeral (I’m not). What can I say? I like black.
As we speak, I’m… enjoying a nice drive in the country. I decided to invest in a season’s pass at the local ski hill this year so that I could get my boarding fix on a more regular basis without having to drive the 3+ hours to get to the mountains. Season starts on Friday. Can.not.wait. Note: I am not driving.
As we speak, I’m… magically back at home, studying procrastinating by taking ridiculous pictures of myself. Note: this isn’t an accurate representation of my feelings towards studying — I actually love what I learn… as long as I have snacks 😉
As we speak, I’m… magically out and about again, this time in one of my favourite places to be — Sephora. Note: I was trying to be sneaky about taking a selfie and completely failed. Approximately one second after I took this shot, a sales associate showed up behind me and asked me if I wanted to try some kind of walnut face scrub.
As we speak, I’m… actually… I have no idea what I’m doing. But I look cold.
As we speak, I’m… taking the elevator home after a long day. I refuse to use stairs past 7 PM.
As we speak, I’m… doing you a favour by hiding behind a chair because I’m too frightening to look at 😯 😯
Juuuust kidding. I’m trying my best not to smile (failed) while I end the day with a clay mask [that I wasn’t supposed to buy at Sephora 😉 ]. I have an at-home spa night about once a week, and it always feels nice to spend a little time pampering myself.
And there we have it! More selfies in one post than I’ve probably taken in the history of my blog. Confession: it was kind of fun. Question: should I do it more often?
Happy Monday Tuesday! (darn long weekend messing me up)
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Your turn! As we speak, I’m… ____________.
What colour are you predominantly wearing right now?
How do you feel about taking selfies?
I feel the same way about selfies – LOVE them on others blogs but never want to put them on mine!
I love your Minnie Mouse mug, I have the Tinkerbell mug and it’s my favourite 🙂
As we speak I’m at work, trying to find my motivation after 3 days off.
Add me to the funeral club, I’m mainly wearing black today.
Love a little day in the life! Totally agree about selfies though – I always feel awkward. And often drop my phone in the process.
I also must admit – the beautiful frozen tundra and cozy layers in your shots make me pretty excited about our own first snow!
Aww, such a cute idea for a post and pleeease don’t hesitate from doing it more often! Okay, says the girl who has yet to post a single picture of herself on the blog – but for a number of reasons. One of them being that – like you – I feel awkward taking pictures of myself or even asking others to do it. Clearly not the kind of girl with a thousand selfies in her Facebook profile ;).
As we speak I’m about to head out for a run though/because it’s freaking cold. Maybe that sentence sounds odd but I’m usually reluctant to leave the house unless I absolutely have to on those days but I know that running will help warm me up. If it wasn’t for those first few cold minutes …
I’m wearing a lot of reds in the colder darker months for that added bit of warm colour. I swear it boosts my mood a little in combination with bright nail polish.
Yes to the selfies! This post was so cute. I also feel like a complete bonehead taking selfies and posting any pictures of myself but I’m in the same boat as you that I love reading posts where people have pictures of themselves. Make blogs seems more human or something along those lines I suppose.
I also think you should post some pictures of your apartment. It looks so cute! Would love to see you decorating style. I’m currently decorating my place and am trying to pull inspiration from everywhere.
That’s pretty much exactly why I forced myself to do it! I can’t even remember the last time I posted a picture of myself, and I didn’t want to be just a voice behind a screen 😆 And I keep meaning to do a little apartment tour, but the perfectionist in me keeps putting it off until I have things decorated “just right.” Working on it 😉
AHH I love this haha!! I hate taking selfies too!! I always have my friends snap my photo because I feel so much better!! Very rarely will I get down with a selfie. I did love all yours though, and I love the one of you hiding behind the chair..haha! What a wonderful day!
I agree! I feel so weird taking them of myself but I love to see everyone elses. I enjoyed seeing yours throughout the day & I think you should do it more. As we speak… I’m at work nothing exciting. 🙂 And like you, right now I’m mostly wearing black. That happens a lot too.
1.) As we speak, I’m at my standing desk in my home office, reading your post 😀
2.) Gray.
3.) Depends on the reason for the selfie. Your selfies are fun, so keep them up!
This was awesome Amanda! I can relate to how you feel 100% (writers block/selfies) and I think your approach with this post was hilarious. Especially the Sephora one. You kill me.
I hate selfies but also like to see pics of the bloggers I read so I feel like I should do more of them. But it still feels weird and narcissistic, like you said.
I’m currently wearing blue as I’m in my scrubs getting ready for work. Boo. 😉
I definitely felt like a bit of a goofball, but I’m hoping that it’ll get easier with time 😆
Yes more pics! I use them when I blog because I like to see them on other people’s blogs but mostly because I like to look people in the eye when I am talking to them and like you did above… a facial expression can say a lot!
Love this post!
I rarely take pictures of myself too – but also, there are just so few pictures of me! I am always the one with the camera.
YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AND I’M SO HAPPY THAT YOU POSTED SO MANY PICTURES OF YOURSELF!!!!!! No seriously, this makes me so happy.
Love this! So fun to see you in various settings. 🙂
Haha you are too adorable. I definitely do the weird faces when applying makeup too. It’s the only way to get it on. Especially mascara.
I like your selfies. I still feel odd taking them, but whatever they are fun after a while.
Also amazing sephora selfie 😉 I love that someone caught you. I usually just take mine at home or in the car or something…since I totally feel embarrassed if I got caught..but you only live once so who really cares. Everyone does it.
Currently I’m sitting in my workout clothes about to spin!
I hate taking selfies, they make me feel weird. Currently sitting in my PJ’s that are covered in a martini glass print. 🙂 I think this is a great idea for a post and you should do it more often. Maybe set it up as a monthly link up? I’d love to see what others might be doing too. Happy Tuesday 🙂
I was actually thinking something along those lines… Still working out the logistics, but I’m hoping to have something set up in the next week or two 😀
You are right, I have never seen that many pictures of you! lol. I actually suck at taking selfies so I dont do it much…Thanks for posting yours though.
Looove it!! Keep the selfies coming of you gorgeous!
I feel SO odd taking selfies too, but I am addicted. So narcistic, haha 🙂
You’re such a cutie;) I love your regular posts (your cereal combo so good), but a new post looks great! definitely do not be shy to take personal photos
Love all the selfies! I too get overwhelmed with all the posts in the morning…it takes so darn long read them all and comment!! Thank God I love them all so much 🙂 PS I’m like always dressed in black….no shame.
I am currently smiling like crazy – this post 3>!! Please do it more often. I have to agree I find it super awkward taking selfies… you take brilliant ones though, and you’re stunning. The mask pic; priceless :)!
Ooooh I love me some fashion chit-chat so I’ll give you a lowdown of my outfit, since I’m sure you’d like to know;).. no? denim jeggings, red/black check shirt, studded leather ankle boots.
Oh and do you use a BB cream? Or used at some stage? Is there any particular brand you could recommend?
I used BB cream in the summer and really liked the one from Maybelline. If you’re looking for something higher end, then Tarte makes a really great one as well.
Ha! I love this! You’re adorable! Oh yes, blog rush totally gets me too. I finally just had to start reading on the treadmill, seriously, and leaving comments on my low inclines:) Hey, you do what you gotta do, right:)?
I refuse to take selfies for the same reason but I adore yours! I am not big if taking random photos either but always wish I had more photos!:) I loved this post! You’re such a cutie, and thanks for sharing your day!!:)
😆 That sounds like me! I’m always trying to squeeze in a little extra commenting time into random moments throughout my day. E-mailing you back today! <3
When I was trained how to do makeup years ago, they told to have the clients open their mouths while I put mascara on them because they wouldn’t blink as much. Totally worked! Friday nights are always the night that I use my clay mask. I’m so glad you told me about the VIB sale! Sephora, next to Whole Foods, is one of my favorite places ever! I love wearing black. It makes me feel sexy 🙂
I -knew- there was a reason for the open-mouthed mascara madness! I never paid much attention to my blinking, but I heard it was because it stretches the muscles around the eyes so that you can open them wider 😆 Whatever works.
Amen! Did you get a chance to try the Julep top coat btw? I feel like you’re my Sephora soul mate 😉
I didn’t 🙁 I was going to but ended up picking up WAY too many other things 😥 It’s still on my list though 🙂
Fair enough 🙂 At least you got some other amazing things! I went back like two other times and got more things. If you ever get the chance/have the desire, try the NARS orgasm illuminator. I’m in love with it!
Love all the selfies. It’s so fun to see your purdy face once in a while.
As we speak, I’m in bed, dealing with the “blog rush.” It’s 6am my time, which is a little late for me to wake up (I usually set an alarm for 5:15) but after a weekend with barely any sleep, I’m having a rough time dragging myself out of bed.
You are gorgeous – probably the at-home spa treatments help (I’m far too lazy to do those maintenance things!). What a fun post – you should definitely add more selfies to your site!
As we speak I am anxiously awaiting my first day back from a three week break from my kiddos. I can’t wait to see them! 🙂
Cute post idea!
Good luck, lady! It’s going to be an awesome day 😀
You’re so pretty! Definitely take more selfies!
I take selfies every now and then but don’t post the pics on my blog. I guess I always think “who would want to look at pictures of me taking pictures of me.” Haha. And I predominantly wearing black and cream today. One of my favorite color combos!
Haha DEFINITELY do it more often. This was fun!
I think you should! I loved this post. I think it’s another way for us to get a little glimpse into your life, and some of your expressions are pretty great. I think it’s funny that I get annoyed by selfies on Facebook but I totally dig them on blogs…I think it’s because on blogs I inherently know that most of them aren’t attention-seeking. I always feel awkward taking selfies, though. :/
This was super cute! I encourage you to recreate it for another post. I don’t take very many selfies..I always find I look too awkward. And I feel awkward taking a pic of myself. I should get on it though.. yours looked adorable!
Cute! I loved this so do it more often please 🙂 And I’m awkward with selfies too… I think they’re meant to be super awk. I’m actually not wearing one specific color right now, shocking! Brown Uggs, black tights, fushia skirt and a chambray top! Lots of color today 😉
I am the same as you. I never take pictures of myself, but I always love when bloggers do. I guess it helps you feel like you know them a bit better. I definitely think that you should take more selfies.
Question: What clay mask do you have on? I was actually looking for one at Ulta yesterday and couldn’t find one.
This one is the Clear Improvements Charcoal Mask by Origins — http://www.sephora.com/clear-improvement-active-charcoal-mask-to-clear-pores-P297524?skuId=1450949 It was my first time using it, but I like it so far!
I feel so awkward taking selfies, but you’re right I love seeing them on other people’s blogs! As we speak I’m sitting in my office trying to look like I’m working when I’m obviously commenting on blogs. Have a great day!
Ha I love the idea of this post, its fun! Sadly If I don’t get a post written over the weekend I usually write it in my night class (oops) or when I’m trying to unwind and reflect on the day. At home spa night sounds like fun!
YES – you should do it more often! I know what you mean about not wanting to post selfies of yourself but enjoying seeing others’…well I truly enjoyed “seeing” you through your day my friend!
No stairs after 7pm – I am intrigued! And I am curious – what mask is that? While I am not big into makeup, I do LURVE at home spa days with masks…by the way have you tried any of the “Masque Bar” facial masks? Any recommendations?
I haven’t tried any of the Masque Bar masks, but after Googling it, I’m intrigued! The one I’m using right now is the Clear Improvements Charcoal Mask by Origins — http://www.sephora.com/clear-improvement-active-charcoal-mask-to-clear-pores-P297524?skuId=1450949 This was the first time I used it, but I was a fan! I’ll give a better review once I’ve had some time to see what it does.
hehehe…love this! Kind of funny because your explanation of not writing a post in one sitting and not posting pictures of yourself reminds me so much of myself. Scary! But hey, great minds think a like, right!?! 😉
As we speak, I’m currently going through that morning blog rush that you spoke of! Jeesh…it can’t be a lot of work sometimes; although, obviously, I like otherwise I wouldn’t do it everyday!
As far as colors I’m wearing…well, I’m still in my PJs, so it’s not very exciting, but I predominately wear black as well. I mean…it goes with everything! 😉
You’re adorable and this was such a creative and fun post! Before I started blogging I’d actually never taken a selfie. Now I definitely take them but I always think I look super awkward. You don’t though 🙂 teach me your ways xo
I love this! First off, you’re beautiful! I have to agree that I like seeing pictures of others on blogs, so I love this, and is one of the reason I take pictures with me in it for my blog. I just feel like I know that person more? Does that make any sense? Haha
I make crazy faces while putting mascara on. Usually my mouth is open and I’m staring at the ceilin- quite a sight lol so excited for you to start snowboarding! Great idea buying that pass closely… I’m sure you’ll get way more use out of it 🙂
That definitely makes sense, and it’s actually one of the reasons I pushed myself to do this — I can’t even remember the last time I posted a picture of myself, and I -need- to stop being so distant… I don’t want to be just a voice behind a screen 😆
This absolutely reminds me I need to do a clay mask sometime soon. It’s been approximately three months!
As we speak, I’m making coffee while catching up on my blog reading.
I’m predominantly wearing DENIM [blue].
I feel like there’s a stigma about taking selfies, like it’s uncouth to check out yourself out or something, let alone document it. I take selfies periodically, but they usually involve ridiculous faces. Kind of like I’m trying to justify photographing my awesomeness by making myself look silly. 🙂
I’m actually obsessed with you! I love everything about this post. You are too cute! And yes I’ve definitely had those narcissistic thoughts but the reality is that I wrote a blog almost entirely about myself so a few selfies every now and then ain’t gonna hurt no one. You are brave soul for posting a pic of you in a face mask. For the record I don’t look that good!
Yes you do! 😛
This was such a great idea! I love all the selfies 😉 I’m the same way, I like looking at pictures of other people but I feel ridiculous taking them of myself. That’s why most of my pictures are with one other person. It’s fun to see the selfies once in awhile though and it was a more interesting way to showcase your day!
As always, I love your creative posts! I ALSO enjoy other blogger/friend selfies, but I rarely take them of myself. Fewer things are more embarrassing than getting caught mid-selfie (for me, at least). Sometimes it helps to throw in a secondary object (child, pet, food???), which makes me feel like it’s not a ‘complete’ selfie. Like it’s more justified or something. hah!
PS- your Sephora pic is gorge!
As we speak, I’m headed to bed! It’s late here in Brisbane!
Food I can do, but finding a child/pet to borrow is going to be a bit of a problem 😆 Nite!