So, I’ve been fasting off of bread, meat, dairy, and sugar for almost 2 weeks, and I’ve learned so much along the way. First of all, I can live without bread, because there are so many other options out there. Secondly, I love meat. That’s the main thing I’ve been craving. No sugar, not breads, but a piece of well seasoned and cooked meat. I’m barely reached the halfway mark, but I can’t want until I can pull up to a table and enjoy a freshly made burger. Yum. I’ll share more on a later post.

Plans for this weekend? Well, I actually have plans. *Gasps* I have a standing date with a group of GFs to go bowling, which I haven’t done in a few years. So, this should be fun and plus a great chance to catch up with each other. I also need to squeeze in some much needed pampering starting with an appointment to get my chin and underarms waxed. The perils of being a woman that’s getting older, but still needs that baby smooth skin. Also, a pedicure is definitely a must-do this weekend, too.

I hop you all have an amazing weekend and please come back Monday to see what make-up item I’ve been obsessing over. It’s actually I product that I used to love when I first began experimenting with make-up in my early 20s. However, I recently rediscovered how perfect it is for my skin type.

LINK-END ROUND-UP: April 15, 2016

• Thinking of traveling solo? Check out this guide of things to keep in mind before traveling by yourself.
• The ultimate guide to font pairing.
• Ideas on how to spruce up your outdoor space.
• Past and present photos of areas around Paris. I love these types of picture series!
• The ins and outs on air-drying all hair types
• Perfect mini crossbody for spring
• Things you should avoid before going to bed.

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Welcome to this week’s Link-End Round-Up.

In case you don’t follow me on social media, which I suggest you do (all handles are stainedcouture, FYI), I finally started my fast this past Monday. I initially planned to start it last Friday, but a nasty sinus infection caused me to push it back a couple of days. I knew I wanted to be highly medicated to fight the sickness and didn’t want the ingredients and side effects to interfere with my fast. Therefore, I took a couple of days to medicate myself up. However, for the majority of the time, I did pretty healthy.

So, here’s a quick rundown on my latest fast. I’m doing the Daniel fast which is based on the biblical story of Daniel who ate a plant-based diet for 21 days to strengthen his relationship to God. So, basically, I’m only eating vegetables, fruits, occasional whole grains such as brown rice and quinoa, and can only drink water. No meats, dairy, sugar, tea, or coffee. I must say, I do miss coffee.

The first couple of days were surprisingly easy, but day 3 was rough and I wanted everything from a chicken fried rice to a greasy cheeseburger. In the end, I’m sticking to my fast and I’m confident I will make it day 21, I’ve already noticed that I feel way better and my skin is glow….ing! My plan for a care-free, make-up free summer is actually coming into view. Still…I still miss coffee.

While I research more vegan and sugar free dessert options to cure my sporadic sweet cravings, please enjoy some reads that I enjoyed this past week. See ya Monday!

LINK-END ROUND-UP: April 8, 2016

• How to recreate your favorite Instagram filters in photoshop
• Best workouts to do if you hate running, which I do.
• Takeaway from completing the Whole 30 diet.
• Why you need to use facial toner. I’m a firm believer in facial toners.
• After weeks of reading multiple reviews, I finally ordered this nightly micro-peel serum.
• Colorful foods for healthy skin.
• Habits of great conversationalists. Number 2 surprised me (read: I do that a lot).

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