This is sponsored content BlogHer and Olay.
I have discussed the reasons why I am excited to be reviewing the Olay product. I love Olay products and am excited to use them to try to reverse stresses in my life that have affected my skin and left me starting to see the effects of aging. I also love them for trying to stop any further damage that I am now doing to my body because of stresses in my life. For me right now my life is about presenting a more finished look for myself. It is about embracing who I am and how my life is changing.
I want to discuss why I feel it is important for me to be putting my best foot forward, or in this case it is my best face forward! ;) One reason I have already mentioned and that is that I still am young. So I need to start taking care of my skin while I can still do things to keep it as healthy as I can.
A second reason that I need to be putting my best foot forward is that I have been working out of my home for the last 12 years. This has left me being a little relaxed in my appearance during the work part of my day. I am finishing up my last classes towards getting my teaching degree and then I will be trying to get work in my new career field. This is such a highly stressful time in my life right now. I am averaging 3-5 hours of sleep a night because the only time I have to do my homework is after my kids are asleep. I am sure that this lack of sleep and stress over school work has not been kind on my body! I am seeing lots of other things being affected by this lifestyle as well.
Going into a new career field means that I will be interviewing and so I need to step it up a notch. I need for my whole appearance to be the best it can be (especially since we all know that getting a job in any career field right now is not the easiest thing). Since my face is the first thing people see I would like it to be the best it can be. I am not into drastic measures like surgery but am all for taking care of what I already have. I am also into trying to make what you have the best it can be.
I hope that if I start taking care of my skin, with a beauty routine, that my face will match how I feel inside, which is young and full of life! I don’t want someone to look at me and think that I must have had a lot of Sun in my life, been stressed out, or am older than I am.
I would love to hear what everyone else is embarking on. Is anything new in your life that you are trying to get a handle on? Are you taking a leap of faith and going after any dreams? What specific steps are you taking to make your dreams happen? How are you embracing this time in your life (whatever time you might be in)?
Now onto the chance at winning a $100 Visa card!!
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115 comments:
I. Love Play products. It has been used in our house for years. ;)
Over the past couple of months, I've been planning a mini remodel of my apartment. 2011 will be the time to execute my plans & hopefully have it all done by summer. So far, finding the sofa that fulfills my needs has been the hardest part.
Are you taking a leap of faith and going after any dreams? Yes! I finally decided to go back to school to be trained as a dental hygienist. I've already got the applications!
I tweeted too:
http://twitter.com/#!/benny8484/status/17315824243048448
No embracing. I am going to try this product though
MCantu1019 AT aol DOT com
Besides getting a new job offer, we are considering to move closer to my family.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
tweet.http://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/17253533627715584
I would LOVE to win!! currently i'm stepping towards peace. you know the kind that God gives.... and it's BLOWING my socks off!!
I am trying to get out more after long years of being very disabled. This means I spend a good decade not caring about how I looked. Now that I am able to, I am trying to get out and see friends and loved ones as much as money and my disability allow even if that's only 4 times a year.
chainmail (at) iwon (dot) com
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/The_Sunshyn/status/17337953072185345
I have a five-year plan for my goal. I'm only about 3 months into it, and the goal seems very far away, but every step is important!
We are doing some house remodeling
s2s2 at comcast dot net
http://twitter.com/#!/susan1215/status/17365364161650688
s2s2 at comcast dot net
i have a 2yo and a 9yo. i'm at the point (again) in life where i'm trying to put some time back into me now that the baby isn't so much a baby anymore. that means taking time to take better care of myself so i can take better care of others, as well as being a good example to my children of living well.
i tweeted: but i'm new to twitter and when i copied/pasted my tweet all i get is http://twitter.com/
? but i really did tweet! i'll read the official rules, too, just in case! :)
I am continuing to search for a job in 2011. I lost my job about 6 months ago and have had a tough time finding another. It can really take a toll on your self esteem. I am determined not to let it affect my self worth and to let my faith guide me.
Happy Holidays to everyone!
VaDebby@cox.net
Just embracing the fact that my kids are getting older and trying to deal with running them to every new event they are involved in.
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
tweeted: http://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/17408467237081089
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
I'm trying to get a handle on the "things" in my life. I admit I LOVE things, but have realized that I own too many. It was a big realization ~ why were the things I loved so much making me so unhappy? Gee...now that I'm 40, think I can handle that one?
I already use two of the Regenerist products, but I also need to take waaaaaay better care of myself. 2011 is the year I'm going to do that, starting with training for a race in June. Love the giveaway!!
tweeted!
http://twitter.com/#!/nellybarney/status/17461964741545986
nelly dot barney at yahoo dot com
we just moved into our new home and i have been busy packing and unpacking! this is a whole new adventure for me! We have been waiting a long time for our house! we qre taking it a day at a time- enjoying every corner!
nelly dot barney at yahoo dot com
I'm embracing this time in my life with my miracle girl. There are only five other women in the world with my disease who have been able to bring children into this world, so she really is a special girl. I'm letting go of the laundry and keeping on top of everything and just basking in her beauty.
I'm not going for any of my dreams right now, but I hope one day to start a business with my husband.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/mami2jcn/status/17583707934167041
2010 was a very rough year for my family so I'm hoping 2011 will be better and it's going to start with me. I'm going to work on revamping my attitude and become the "glass is half full" person I once was and hopefully it will affect those around me. dawn@warrenbusinessassociates.com
Tweeted! http://twitter.com/vivalameaganx3/status/17606101625212928
--Meagan
cheercfa07 at aol dot com
I am trying to eat healthier because it's good for me and makes me feel great!
--Meagan
cheercfa07 at aol dot com
winter time blues...I need this!
after being out of work for 2 months, DH just started work this Monday so we are coping up with child care issues first.
http://twitter.com/#!/hminnesota/status/17673035993579521
My long-distance boyfriend just moved to the city I live in roughly four months ago. We're slowly but surely getting used to being around each other now that we see each other every day. It took a leap of faith, but it's working out for us!
I am embracing simplicity. In particular I would like to reduce clutter. I have been trying for a year now, but the modivation is hard. I can always find something better to do than clean.
I am starting a bicycle shop with my husband- huge leap to move from regular employment to small business owner with 2 young children. But if we don't do it now, when will we? Better to jsut go for it than talk about it for years to come!
I have a plan to be more organised in the new year and have started working on it already..who needs to wait for January?!
I've got new car fever!! Yikes -
Gotta wait til my daughter graduates from college and gets settled first though!
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/bellows22/statuses/17800806929530880
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
http://twitter.com/sodahoney/status/17845932016013312
batlorry at gmail.com
http://sodahoney.blogspot.com/2010/12/how-do-bloggers-keep-lifes-stress-off_22.html
batlorry at gmail.com
If I could go back in time to talk w/ my younger self, one of the things I would tell her would be to start taking care of myself then, before it became obvious that I needed to, haha!
This year, I am trying to refresh my image and land a job that sustains me, financially and intellectually! Good luck to all of you out there on a similar quest in these challenging times! :)
I am embracing how to be HEALTHIER. It is a great task but worth it.
leahforlove at aol dot com
http://twitter.com/#!/leahforlove/status/17908157560918016
leahforlove at aol dot com
I had children late in life and I'm trying to savor every minute of their childhood
Even after having our 50th anniversary earlier this year, my husband and I are always finding new things to get in to together. Looking forward to the days ahead.
I've retired early and am enjoying nature and traveling around visiting my family.
MY LIFE IS FULFILLED BY MY GIVEAWAY WINS! LOL BUT SERIOUSLY. OTHER THAN THAT I HAVE TAKEN TIME TO MYSELF THIS PAST YEAR TO HEAL FROM A PREVIOUS ISSUE. THANKS FOR THE OPPORTUNITY kytah00@yahoo.com
2ND ENTRY TWITTERED twitter.com/#!/kytah00/status/18521118449074176 kytah00@yahoo.com
I too am trying to get a handle on the age thing, I have noticed that my jaw line have dropped a bit and it makes me so mad! LOL! If it wasn't for Olay, I would be depressed. But I will keep fighting the aging process everyday. :) Thanks, Paula C. paulasue39@yahoo.com
Tweet - http://twitter.com/Sexyknickers68/status/18534998361513984 paulasue39@yahoo.com
i jumping into a commitment to being healthy.
tattgiff at centurytel dot net
completed alternate entry on rules page
tattgiff at centurytel dot net
I'm try to do my best with aging gracefully. I'm trying to find my niche....not to dress, act, appear old, yet not seem desperately to be trying to regain my youth!
tweeted
http://twitter.com/fairydancer35/status/18626209525006336
I am spending a lot of time reflecting on how blessed I am with everything in my life. I love my family, job and the universe. That is where I am and where I am going to continue to embark on.
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
Tweeted here too
http://twitter.com/gmissycat/status/18659778444132352
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
I recently had my first child and continue working full time outside the home, so we are just busy trying to keep it all together! :)
http://twitter.com/#!/CrazyItalian0/status/18678441415024641
tweet!
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/marybug2/status/18697421513035776
marybug2 at yahoo.com
I am 71 and wake up every morning and thank God for the day and for all my blessings, my family's health and my life's journey.
marybug2@yahoo.com
I am starting a new fitness program and trying to get healthier.
tweeted
http://twitter.com/jillyrh/status/18868068478353409
I just took a leap of faith last month, sold my house and moved to the mountains. Hopefully I will be able to pursue a better quality of life here instead of the rat race in the city.
My tweet: http://twitter.com/njhhb/statuses/19102501550694400
After years of being morbidly obese, I've finally managed to lose enough pounds that I'm able to move freely again. So now I've started focusing on toning up my body and undoing as much damage as I possibly can with exercise.
We are planning on getting married but we are trying to get our lives a little more organized first.
ziggyga athotmaildot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/gnwg/status/19113782521368576
ziggyga athotmaildot com
This year we are going to pay off the credit cards and have surplus money in the banks.
pauleyd68 (at) yahoo (dot) com
I'm in my 40s now and really trying to go after my dreams and set specific goals rather than saying "some day I will..."
Some day is now!
blondemomblog @ gmail.com
http://twitter.com/lpauld68/status/19116106601988096
pauleyd68 (at) yahoo (dot) com
I've been unemployed for over 2 years - clearly my old career is over. So I'm re-evaluating and going to take a leap into something new :)
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
tweet! http://twitter.com/LAMusing/status/19149898163167232
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
I'm retired and it's an opportunity to enjoy free time
bingomamanorma(at)gmail(dot)com
At the moment I'm a bit challenged work-wise, but I can say it's important to follow your dream job. You'll be a happier person overall.
scoopster(nospam)at yahoo dot com
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/LuigiFranco/status/19169765050294272
scoopster( nospam)at yahoo dot com
I will soon be embracing my oldest son (now 18) leaving the nest for the Army. He signed himself up months ago (with our permission) and I'm not sure how I'll feel about that. I have always had my 5 kids here under my wing and to let one fly from the nest in hopes that he learns to fly before hitting the ground is a scary process to undertake. Of course he just rolls his eyes at me cuz ya know, he already knows it all.....
mrssquigg @ gmail.com
Tweet: http://twitter.com/#!/mrssquigg/status/19189980085616640
mrssquigg @ gmail.com
I have recently started grad school and I am stepping up to the challenge. We are at a point too of considering to have a baby - it is a bit scary but I am embracing that goal as well. Thanks!
mandalarctic at gmail dot com
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/mandalarctic/status/19196449073926144
mandalarctic at gmail dot com
We're trying to save money to open a salon for my daughters, I want to be the barista! mjjaegly@yahoo.com
I've been redecorating my room. It was the same for over a decade but now I figure it's time to try something new and more vibrant! :)
deeg131 at gmail dot com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/DeeGee13/status/19206130811019264
deeg131 at gmail dot com
I started a new job this year that I'm still trying to get a handle on.
emilynwins at gmail dotcom
http://twitter.com/#!/prizepuzzle/status/19235474702864384
emilynwins at gmail dot com
While I work full-time, I decided to try my hand at selling Scentsy. I'm viewing all the online videos now trying to educate myself to host some parties. My sister-in-law offered to host my first party in a few weeks and I want it to go without a flaw.
shel704 at aol dot com
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/auntiethesis/status/19230606248386560
shel704 at aol dot com
i am in a new time as a newlywed wife and trying to balane it with my new job! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
http://twitter.com/#!/DesMoinesDealin/status/19265881452314624 scg00387 at yahoo dot om
Being in graduate school means I have less time to take care of myself the way I used to! I wish I could embrace this time in my life, but unfortunately I'm just trying to get through it sane!
eemoody77 at gmail dot com
I tweeted!
http://twitter.com/#!/FakeGradSchool/status/19276195019358208
eemoody77 at gmail dot com
I'm just taking it easy now after several years of competing for promotions. I'm at the age where I could retire but I prefer to stay in the workplace and keep sharp.
Tweet - http://twitter.com/willitara/status/19307899826212864
I sing with the Raging Grannies of Denver and it's fun and empowering. Thanks for the contest.
blogged: http://slehan.blogspot.com/2010/12/win-100-from-blogher-and-total-effects.html
right now I am trying to get organized, but hope one day to pursue my dream of writing a book
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/ChelleB36/status/19416093244260353
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
I am still chasing my dreams. Back in 2007 I quit my desk job to pursue my dream of being a published poet and ended up becoming a published/shown/selling photographer! I am still chasing both of these dreams!
Angie
one 4 earth at aol dot com
I tweeted here: http://twitter.com/#!/FotoMacro/status/19420626619990016
Angie
one 4 earth at aol dot com
Back in 2004 I actually tried chasing my dreams and fell on my face. I started my own businesses and both ultimately failed. One never left the station and the other just got to be something I didn't want to do. No more dream chasing here!
Scott
nynekats at aol dot com
my tweet http://twitter.com/#!/RePurrPussed/status/19448783913881600
Scott
nynekats at aol dot com
Ugh - my son failed 3 out of his 4 classes in college last semester. I say enough is enough - I'm tired of him crashing and burning at the end of each semester. My husband thinks that the school will help him. Yeah right - they're going to get a babysitter to make him eat, sleep, and do the basic things that NEED to get done that my son never worries about! I'm having trouble getting my mind around the fact that my husband isn't on my side for this one!
Email address is in blogger profile
I tweeted http://twitter.com/bsw529/status/19454984194105344
Email address is in blogger profile
Right now I am on a weight loss program. It can be so frustrating,but, if I give up the weight will never come off. It's just like the old saying "One Day At A Time"
i just move and it still new to me.
purple_lover_04 at msn dot com
i tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/purplelover04/status/19476067538440193
I am just embracing life with my two young children. They bring me such joy and I am just enjoying all of life's little moments with them.
nbalogh522 at gmail dot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/maybaby522/status/19482623055241216
nbalogh522 at gmail dot com
My daughter is starting college next year, so I feel like one part of my life is ending, but I'm still not sure what to do next.
ajolly1456 at gmail dot com
I blogged
http://lunaj14568.blogspot.com/2010/12/blogher-and-olay-giveaways.html
Currently I am working on my home business which is very sucessful but takes alot of time. My next goal is to get back into school and complete my BA in education.
Tweeted
http://twitter.com/jjudy04/status/19549321447870465
I was laid off 2 years ago and haven't found a job yet. At the beginning of this year, my horoscope said that this year my life's dream would come true. At this point, my only dream is to win the lottery! So I have a ticket for every Powerball and Megamillions drawing! At least that way I still can hope to achieve my dream!
Thanks for the giveaway!
email in blogger profile.
js22 [at] yahoo [dot] com
tweet: http://twitter.com/js22222222/status/19549970071814144
email in blogger profile.
js22 [at] yahoo [dot] com
The only thing on the horizon at the moment is redecorating my apartment. I think the painting will be the biggest problem.
cjwallace43 at gmail dot com
Tweet: http://twitter.com/cjwallace43/status/19580246953033728
Tcjwallace43 at gmail dot com
I recently got engaged, so I'm gearing up to start planning my wedding soon. Also, I need to find a better job... blah.
jdawson02 at gmail dot com
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