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Hi! Thanks for your patience with the posts. My goal is to have one up every Tuesday, but life happens. I’ve been busy at the gym, and just with life in general. I am still in hermit mode but slowly coming out. I am missing interacting with others. But I am being gentle, and patient about it. Being intentional with my energy and time.

I hope you have a great weekend! Enjoy the pics.

1. Xenia sent me and Adrian a goody box last October. And this was inside of it. I’ll admit that I didn’t know what it was.

2. And then I saw a video on Twitter (will not refer to it as X) and it explained that it’s a little activity and tool to help you calm down when you’re feeling anxious. You organize the books (they’re real titles!) on the shelves and this helps you focus on the task at hand and not your thoughts or the way your body is feeling. I tried it and it’s pretty neat.

3. My avocado toast has become a sandwich lol. Mine tastes so good because I add oregano, cilantro, and parsley, and a little bit of salt. Also pictured is a protein shake. I was going to the gym earlier that day and needed the little boost.

4. A little decor at a local gardening shop.

5. This is a throwback picture of myself. Loved how my hair looked.

6. This is Topanga. Annie’s new French Bulldog. She is very smart too! Already responds to her name, and is ringing the bell to be let outside to take care of her business.

7. This is an Ariana Grande parfum that Adrian gifted me in February. He was so happy and proud of himself.

8. This is my little collection of Parfums from over the years. I have mini bottles too, not pictured here. I like florals, warm vanilla scents, and to smell like baked goods lmao.

9. New conditioner from a new line that I tried. It’s by Tracee Ellis Ross. I’ve been told I look like her in the past due to our big eyes. I liked the conditioner so much that I added the leave in to my routine.

10. Here you see my coconut oil that I allowed to melt and added some castor oil to it. I am never ashy, lol. It gives such a beautiful glow too. I mean, look at my hand!

11. And a sweet treat. I won’t be having any for a while. I have goals to meet.

Again, thank you for your patience and thanks for stopping by!

Love, light, the shadow too—- Cin.

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Holà! Can you believe that Spring is only three days away?! Eeeeeeek! Lol that makes me very, very happy! I love being able to clock out of work and still have time to enjoy the sunshine! I also love sitting on my porch during my breaks. It lifts up my spirit. What’s your favorite Season? Mine is the Spring and Summer Time.

Decided to write a quick post and share some hidden gems from the last few weeks. Leeeet’s get to it!

1. Some pictures from the gym. I got myself some new T-shirts to wear over my sports bras. The grey one is of Tupac, you just can’t see it. I’ve adjusted my routine. Added a higher count of reps and adjusted some weights. I love how I’m feeling since doing so. I have a trip within the next few weeks and have a goal in mind.

2. Some Seasonal decor that I thought was cute. Might’ve gotten reminded of my time as an Irish lad in a past life lol.

3. On my way to my doctor’s appointment the other day. I noticed a dog enjoying the wind whilst hanging out the car window in front of me.

4. I use notebooks to jot down notes while working and taking calls. I’ve finished a few and well since Van Gogh is one of my favorite artists I snapped a pic to remember this one lol. It came in a set of three. I’m using the second one and it’s a different painting of his.

5. My nails these last two weeks. I really liked them. They look futuristic and like melting metal lol. One hand is gold the other is silver. I have another nail appointment today. I’ll share those in the next Hidden Gems post.

6. Got myself some new MAC nude lipsticks. Gotta get some new lip liners.

As always, I give my gratitude to you for stopping by! I hope you have a wonderful Spring 2025!

Love, light, the shadow too—-Cin.