L'Oreal Nail Stickers In Seductive Temptress: This Is Not The Polish I Was Looking For

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No, I never learn. EVER. I was at Target, browsing the clearance endcaps like one does, when I spotted L'Oreal's Nail Stickers. Apparently the brand teamed with Project Runway to create these python-inspired nail stickers called Seductive Temptress. Since the price was now $2.38 marked down from $7.99 and since this isn't *technically* nail polish, I was sold. 

I had just painstakingly painted my nails, following all of the tips and rules people have given me. Base coat, two coats of polish, top coat, make sure that the polish goes over the edges of nails, etc. And that shit chipped in less than 12 hours. I was ready to give press on nail color another go.

Pour Me Another, Barista!: Trader Joe's Spicy Chai Tea Latte Mix

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Hey, kids! I know we've been quiet around here lately, what with my losing a close friend, the holidays, and my new gig at Pajiba. However, we are hoping to get back up and rolling with reviews you can use! Dixie has been a key component in kicking my ass into gear and we should all thank her and give her lovely presents.

Onward to the review!

After an encounter with some exceedingly vile red grapes purchased from grocery chain Kroger, I have begun doing the bulk of my food shopping at the local Trader Joe's. Kroger has been demoted to bread, ice cream, and milk since TJ's bread spoils faster than we can eat it and I love my Ben & Jerry's. So I was at Trader Joe's today and decided to splurge on a treat for myself: Spicy Chai Latte Mix. 

Punny Stuff In Here!

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If you have not yet caught up on Game of Thrones, I would suggest skipping this story about the Battle of Blackwater episode. It is an in-depth look at an episode that many fans looked forward to with trepidation, only to be blown away like so many SPOILER! (GQ)

I hope you have some tissues handy because it is about to get super dusty up in here. Many LGBTQ kids have been disowned by disapproving parents. These 40 Moms (and one Dad!) have gathered together to serve as parental figures for those without loving parents for the holidays. (Your Holiday Mom)

Phew. *sniffle* I'd like to make you giggle now with Hawkeye being drawn in various poses held by female superheroes. You know, boobs out, butt out, back arched, possibly missing limbs or ribs. (The Hawkeye Initiative)

Consumerism, Get It? We Prank You And Then Upload The Video!

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You really should delete all of your information before selling old phones. If you don't, you might become fodder for an artist's book. (Buzz Feed)

I mean, if scientists can discover a way to create human cartilage, then you can figure out how to work your old Razr. (IOP)

Is it just me? Am I the only one that doesn't find this prank of camping out in front of a 99 cent store for Black Friday funny? Or especially clever as a way to shove our obsession with consumerism in our faces? (Laughing Squid)

Gillette Venus & Olay Razor: Five Blades And Glitter

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You know what women like? GLITTER. Glitter on their feminine products, glitter in their lotions, glitter on their phones, glitter on packaging and razor handles. GLITTER. Give us glitter and we no longer care that the tampons leak, the glitter lotion doesn't moisturize so well, that the glitter chunks fall off our phones, and that our razors don't actually shave hair properly.

At least that's what I assume the people in charge of products for women must think.

The glittering packaging of the Gillette Venus & Olay Razor proclaims that it "helps replenish skin's moisture" with the moisture bars that flank the top and bottom of their five blades. Maybe that's true. I know that I didn't need to use any shaving lotion in order to keep from nicking up my legs or making the blades run smoothly over my skin. 

It's What The F*$k Tuesday, Everyone!

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Twinkies have been used in the classroom for science experiments. Did you know that they won't burn unless you dry them out first and then soak them in alcohol? (NY Times)

What the hell did I just read? French town is prophesied to be the only place unaffected by the already debunked end of the world on December 21, 2012. Wat? (The Guardian) 

I guess today is going to be filled with WTF?!?! Cracking a 250 year old code to find an ancient secret society of...oculists? (Wired)

Then we have the story of a guy that wasn't sure if he had killed someone, so he charged himself with murder. (NYMag)

FRIDAY! FRIDAY! WOOOOO!

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Way to be a bunch of dicks, Sarasota police. Arresting a homeless man for charging his cell phone at a public charging station? Stay classy! (Herald Tribune)

Meanwhile, in Santa Cruz...surfers find a fossil on the beach. (Huffington Post)

These Seven Deadly Sins rings are quite a statement. I would totally wear the Lust ring. GIVE IT TO ME. (Neatorama)

There is a 13 year old who feels no pain. It isn't like some comic book hero of course. She severely injures herself and has no idea because she just can't feel it. Sure, tattoos would be a breeze and so would childbirth, but the constant skin-stripping burns, breaks, gashes and such would definitely outweigh those idiotic bonuses. This article is graphic. (New York Times)

This Month Is So Many Things

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Does anyone else have 99% of their Christmas shopping done? Just me? Does Kwanzaa have shopping? I can't remember. What? Inappropriate? Let's just move on.

Boobs. How much do you really know about them? It's not like they come with an owner's manual. UNTIL NOW! (Rookie)

You may already know that it is Movember and that is why Boba Fett here has that magnificent bastard of a mustache. Did you also know that it is NaNoWriMo? That's National Novel Writing Month. Enjoy this tale of a shitty Dan Brown ripoff and feel better about whatever you choose to write. (The Awl)

What's better than growing a bitchin' 'stache while attempting to write a novel this month? Red Lentil and Sriracha Soup. Or so I would guess. (The Hairpin)

More Human Than Human

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Do you like The Avengers? How about books? Hedgehogs? Today is your lucky day, weirdo. (Pleated Jeans)

Four girls in Nigeria created a urine-powered generator for Maker Faire Africa this year. Ingenious! (Maker Faire Africa)

Now this is also interesting. There is an offshoot of the Occupy Wall Street movement that is looking to collect money so that they can purchase people's debt, ridding them of it. (Rolling Jubilee)

Hawaiian Tropic Aloha Kiss Moisturizing Lip Gloss

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Influenster was nice enough to choose me over the summer for their Beauty VoxBox program. One of the items I reviewed was Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion Sunscreen SPF30. Influenster enjoyed my review enough to choose me as one of the winners of their Hawaiian Tropic Prize Pack. 

The prize pack included a beach towel, a t-shirt, a full-size of the sunscreen, and Hawaiian Tropic Aloha Kiss Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF20 in Island Berry. I was pleased with everything in the prize pack, especially the lip gloss. I already have two or three gloss/lip balm sticks in my purse, but I can always use something else!

L-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-ladies.

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It is raining like a beast where I am. I love days like this! Adding to the enjoyment is the fact that I re-watched Twilight with Rifftrax over the weekend and my brain keeps saying "How you likin' da rain, gurl!"

Let's start with a gorgeous photo of a vortex of stars in China. (Chime.In)

Here are some of the best microscope photos of 2012. (Wired)

Now for something frustrating! DRM explained and judged. And found wanting. (Attendly)

Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Cream

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I was chosen to receive an Influenster Beauty VoxBox again. One of the items I received was this Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Cream. This is a very good thing since I am terrible about choosing products to help me tame my thick, slightly wavy, totally uncooperative hair. I was so happy to have the chance to try something without paying for it.

My hair ends up frizzy after drying regardless of the season and with the cold weather I end up blow drying more. Blow drying frizzes me out too. I've tried other smoothing techniques and serums, so I had a feeling it would probably be a miracle if this stuff worked.

Today Is FUN ONLY! And Some 90s Music Videos.

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I wish that this book here, on the left? I wish it was mine. Let's get to the links!

Artist takes breakfast cereal. Artist uses it to make interesting and awesome photos of landscapes. CEREALISM! (Ernie Button)

Since we will most definitely get another Star Wars movie, we might still get to buy these rejected tie-ins. (Laughing Squid)

The Bloggess got pulled over by a police officer. She was hilarious while talking to him. You should also treat yo self and read the random bunches of thoughts in the post before this one. (The Bloggess)

TK has written a SUPERB piece about race and gender on "The Walking Dead". (Pajiba)

Speaking of TK, do you like whiskey? Do you like advent calendars? I have something for you! Well, to show you. (Uncrate)

Starts Out Serious, Ends With Jenna Marbles

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No matter who you voted for, I respect and admire that you voted at all. Respect is largely what we are missing as a country, as clearly reflected in the horribly racist, ignorant, and hateful things I have seen after President Barack Obama was elected to his second term. It's shameful, it's ignorant, and it only keeps us from being able to move forward as a country and better ourselves. 

We need to look out for ourselves, yes. But looking out for ourselves also means looking out for each other. Passing school levies to ensure the kids in the neighborhood grow into thoughtful, well-rounded, and intelligent adults. Acknowledging that maybe you didn't vote for this person or that person, but perhaps their being in office helped one of your neighbors or family members. Being graceful about defeat and figuring out how to find the silver lining. That's all I have to say about that.

ENOUGH ALREADY. My Xanax Daiquiri and I Will Be Over Here.

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This is the only thing I'll say about today being Election Day in the USA. VOTE. Or else! (Pleated Jeans)

Are you looking to be someone's secret Santa but feel like all of your friends suck? Good news, everyone! Reddit's Secret Santa Gift Exchange sign-ups are now through November 26th! (reddit)

Essie Nail Polish In Lady Like: Who? Me??!? HAAA!

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As I told you before, I chose to receive the goop 'curated' box from Birchbox this month. I won't rehash my disappointment with the absence of fantastic and haughty items, but I will tell you that my selection was better than what others received. Part of the jealousy of my fellow Bitchbox group members stemmed from this product: Essie Nail Polish in Lady Like.

I have to admit, I was extremely happy to see the polish in my Birchbox since I have been forbidden from purchasing any nail polish on my own. Something about my spending too much money, bills need to be paid, fourteen bottles of nail polish is more than enough (no it isn't), blah blah blah. The Essie hidden in my goop goodies was a nice way to get around the polish ban. I may have held the bottle aloft, singing as if I were presenting some sort of Phoenix egg to a crowd of muggles or something.

This Is The Last of the Halloween Links. Promise! Probably...

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It's the age old question: Would you survive a horror movie? Choose your own fate! But don't blow on that conch shell. Just...trust me. (Refinery29)

Celebrities have enough money to dress in the skin of someone if they really wanted to do that for Halloween. So why do some of them slum it so hard? YOU HAVE MONEY. SPEND IT. I would also like to point out that Scott Disick is even more self-aware than I could have ever guessed. (The Gloss)

I Enjoy Being Terrified: Movies To Watch On Halloween

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I am extremely disappointed with the horror movies available to me via Netflix and the three billion pay channels we have right now through Directv. Sure, I can watch some excellent horror on AMC or SyFy, but they are cut all to hell (and not in the slasher kind of way) and leave out the good bits. Plus, the good horror movies are elusive, leaving more room in the schedule for Pumpkinhead 45: We Hired Monosyllabic Landscapers As Actors. The REVENGE!

It's terrible. 

I've decided to make a list of the movies I wish I could watch right now, but can't because of first world problems and not wanting to pay more money out than I already am to rent them. Ugh. Feel free to add your favorite scary movie in the comments.

Sandy Won't Ruin MY Halloween

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Let's begin with some Halloween-themed cake masterpieces. (Cake Wrecks)

These ladies win Halloween. Just, don't even bother with your witty women binders or whatever. HOCUS POCUS, BITCHES! (via Reddit)

Here's a lovely essay about a woman seeking to connect with her late father by attending the Fuller show on "Progress" and possible disaster aversion. (Harpers)

Always remember: batteries and...something about a bathtub? (The Onion)

Some alleged time travelers share their stories with us...(Weird Worm)

Whatever Happened To Pinup Halloween Photos?

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Oh, Courtney. How I love you and your takes on the sometimes odious and always over the top shenanigans of celebrities. This time Courtney takes on Timberlake and Biel's wedding. (Pajiba)

Moving from dickbags to amazing DIYers, here is a tutorial on how to create some sweet dragon wings for Halloween. If you have the time, I highly recommend looking through Jen's other tutorials. (Epbot)

Australia has so many strange creatures that I'm gobsmacked that they don't have actual winged dragons as well. (WOOOO SEGUE WAY!) Check out this baby echidna puggle. And yes, I thought it was a puppy of some kind before I clicked through...(Tastefully Offensive)

This site is equal parts guilty pleasure and just guilt. It's a live fashion blog in that it shows you photos of people walking down the street in Williamsburg. Then you rate the style of the people walking by. It's guilty pleasure because I love people watching. It's guilt because most of the people probably don't know they're being judged by quite so many people. (Styleblaster)