How To Be Unique

Millions of people are doing the same things you always do. They are breathing, listening to the music you like, shopping at the same stores, chatting with friends, etc. So how could you ever feel any different from all of those people?

Well first of all you have to realize that it is nearly impossible to be the only one in the world to be doing something. But just because this is impossible, doesn't mean that you are like everybody else. There are many things that make you very unique such as your likes and dislikes, your friends, your way of talking and thinking, and especially your genes (lol). But if you feel as if you were falling into the doom of a cliche lifestyle, just read a little more and you will know how to become a little bit more unique than yesterday.

The easiest way to become a little bit more different than everybody else is to break out of your comfort zone and try new things! Here are some examples that I came up with:

1. Start a new hobby

-photography

-collect stuff

-cook

-sing and dance

2. Dress up like you want to dress up.

    Don't be shy, everyone has their inner weird fashion waiting to come out.

3. Make your own clothes

    For me, making my own clothes has been very fun and rewarding; I have created pieces that I love and have worn many times. This obviously takes time an practice to perfect, but it's totally worth it.

4. Play with different colors and shades of makeup

    Try: Limecrime.com, EyeCandyCosmetics.com, UrbanOutfitters.com, MacCosmetics.com

5. Dye Your Hair

    Red Hair: hereeee

    Green Hair Inspo: click here!

    Purple Hair Inspo: click here!

    Blue Hair Inspo: click heree

    Ombre: click here for inspiration

6. Learn a new language

7. Lick Your Elbow

   C'mon try it...

Okay so I ran out of ideas, but you get me, just try new things and don't be afraid to do so. Just be yourself and don't be scared to do what you want to do because you may end up regretting it. Just free yourself from... well yourself because sometimes we tend to be the only ones holding ourselves back from doing things. 

Hope you found this helpful and inspirational, please comment down below what you have done or plan to do to become more unique! Thank you for reading. Also if you have any blog post ideas that you would like me to write about, feel free to comment down below. Thank you!

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Three Healthy Breakfast Ideas

In this blog, I will show you three different breakfast ideas that vary in amount and content because I realize that everyone has different breakfast preferences. For example I like to eat a well rounded breakfast while other people I know, don't really like to eat breakfast at all. So in these choices I will be showing you, you will be able to see that they are healthy and will keep you energized for the rest of your morning. I will start from the lightest breakfast and then I will continue to the sweetest one. Hope you enjoy!

#1
Light Small Breakfast:
1 Cup of fruit
1/2 Cup of cereal or oats
1/4 Cup of mixed nuts
1 Cup of milk

 

#2

Sweet and Salty Breakfast:

1 Strawberry Milkshake (cup of milk, some strawberries, oats and honey)

2 or 3 Quesadillas

Some Mini Bell Peppers

#3
Sweet Breakfast Delight:
2-3 Banana Pancakes (Blend one egg, half a banana, oats)
1/2 cup of fruits
1 tbsp of mixed nuts
Optional: drizzle some honey on top!

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Roses and Chains Outfit

 So I died my hair a little more darker and reddish than before. I actually wanted it more like orange toned, but it didn't come out as light as I wanted, but I like it anyways (although it's already fading). 

My outfit consists of a top that I made myself ( which I am really proud of ) and shorts from Charlotte Russe. I think that this outfit looks quite formal but is adequate for a casual or everyday wear. 

Outfit info:

Top: Mayu Girl Made

Shorts: +Charlotte Russe 

Necklace: +Styles For Less 

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Summer Reading Reviews 2014

I got these books for 25 cents each at a bookstore that had its books for sale. I have never seen the movies for any of the books except for the 127 Hours, which I thought was good but not really amazing. 

1. 127 Hours (Between A Rock And A Hard Place) by Aron Ralston
2. The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson
3. The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
4. The Help by Kathryn Stocket
5. Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay

My Book Reviews:

127 Hours (Between a Rock and a Hard Place) Review

Once I read the book, I thought that Aron Ralston's adventure was really amazing. His story has so much to teach and is so inspiring. 

The story is not all about the arm amputation, but rather about how he grew mentally and spiritually as a human being and how he became to appreciate his life, his loved ones, and even himself more than ever before. 

I would recommend this book more than the movie because it is more insightful about Aron Ralston's life and how he grew as a person and how he became to appreciate life. I think that by reading this book, I have learned the importance of appreciating the people who care about us and to simply appreciate all that we have.

Sarah's Key Book Review:

This book was really moving; it will not leave your mind. It is a story joins the past and the present to uncover really sad and awful secrets that connect to families together. 

The past takes place during the Holocaust, in France, where a Jewish girl named Sara is arrested, along with her parents. In the present, an American journalist investigates the roundup and discovers how she is linked to Sarah and uncovers the devastating secrets that tare her marriage apart. 

I really recommend this book because it is packed with so many themes, such as the Holocaust, the family, lies, deaths, abortion, and strength. I was really impressed that the story started and ended really strong, leaving me a bitter sweet sensation in the end that really imprinted my mind. 

The Lovely Bones Book Review:

This book was not what I expected; it was too tragic and gruesome. I thought it would have something more to it, like a twist of some kind, but the plot was too plain and there was nothing that hooked me to the story. 

The Help Book Review:

This is a beautifully written book. It is one of those books that you just can't put down. It lures you to keep reading because of the secrets involved and the thrill of wanting to know what is going to happen next. 

The Help is a story told through three different voices. Two black women named Minny and Aibleen, and a white woman named Skeeter. Chapter after chapter the narrarators switch out to tell the story from their view. 

Their stories take place in Jacksonville, Mississipi druing the 1950s, where they are about to make a major decision that risks their lives and of their families, since there is nativism and racism going on through that time. 

I would definitely recommend this book because it is a really enjoyable book that is hard to put down. It is a great story that makes you feel intrigue to know what their story is about and how it is going to tie up in the end. 

I hope you find these reviews helpful in choosing wether or not to read these books. If you are planning on buying a book, I would definitely recommend Ebay or Amazon. 

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Denim Skirt Overalls x The Simpsons Outfit

This has been one of my most playful outfits I have ever worn; I felt like I was a little girl playing dress up. It was pretty fun making myself look like a 90's kid. I can't say I was a ninety's kid because I was still a baby back then, but I can handle it (haha). 

I realy love my top from +Choies , which I think is sold out at the time :(, but you can probably find a dupe at +eBay . I can't explain how obsessed I am with +The Simpsons. I have watched the show since I was about seven, and I am still watching it. I don't think I will ever grow out of it, it will always be my favorite show.

I got my overall denim skirt from a store in Japan called Honey's, I think they have a website but they don't sell the same products online as they do in stores (the products in stores are muuuuch better). I wish they had a store in the US because I loved everything that they were selling there. Everything was really cute, fashionable, and true to size. Definitely planning to go back someday (hopefully it will still be there when I get to go someday :'( ...)

Outfit Information :
Top: +Choies
Overalls: Hoeney's Japan
Hat: +eBay



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What's in my First Free Graze Box?

Top Left: Morning Energizer (dried pears, cherries, and walnuts) - 140 kcal

Top Right: Toffee Apple (Toffee sauce with granny smith apple slices) - 70 kcal

Bottom Left: Raspberry and Coconut Muffin (Amaretti drops, raspberry infused cranberries, almond slices, and coconut flakes) - 140 kcal

Bottom Right: Japanese Nori Crackers (Japanese seaweed rice crackers) - 60 kcal

I must say that I was pretty happy with what I got in my first free graze box. Everything was really good and most of all healthy. The best part about Graze is that you get to choose from a variety of snacks (more than 90) that range from granola bars and dried fruit, to tortilla chips with salsa and pretzels with peanut butter.

If you order a box from graze ($6) they will randomly select four different snacks that you have previously selected as your "try" options, and discard the ones that you have marked as "trash". For example I marked as "trash" a snack that had spicy walnuts and also another one that has unsalted popcorn because I don't really like any of those. But I did click on "try" on snacks such as pretzels with peanut butter and dark chocolate drops with walnuts and dried fruits.

You can also cancel your order before they have sent your healthy snack box (which takes them about a week) or you can postpone your order for later without any fee.

I got my first Graze box for free by using a code that I got from a magazine that I am subscribed to. I think that it was the best thing that I could have done because I got a box totally free and I got to enjoy four different healthy snacks of my choice along with my mom (I shared).

If you want to get a Graze box for FREE, feel free to use my code : MAYUT9Y9P

Just go to www.graze.com and enter the code before ordering so that you can get the box for FREE!

https://www.graze.com/us/p/MAYUT9Y9U

I really hope you will be able to get your box because it is totally worth it! It will make me really happy if you use my special code and get your box for free just like I did.

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Oasap Review

 This is the first time that I have ever made a purchase at +OASAP and I was a little bit disappointed because of the material of the clothes. It is not a soft and comfortable material as clothes on +Choies that are really high quality. I think that the obvious reason is the pricing. While +OASAP has lower quality on the fabric of their clothing than +Choies , it is definitely a lot more cheaper in price. I was really satisfied with the fact that I could get this amazing shirt that I am wearing in the picture, I truly loved it and I think it was definitely worth its price, although it could have a better fabric.

 

I am also pleased witht he fact that +OASAP actually uploaded my picture to their website. If you would like to see I will provide you the link down bellow:

http://www.oasap.com/t-shirts-vests/39158-cat-patchwork-plaid-blouse.html

It is in the bottom left of the page and you just have to click on the right arrow where a video is being displayed and wait for a few seconds for the picture to load!

 

Overall I think that Oasap.com is a good place to purchase casual clothing that is not pricey for your wallet. They were pretty quick in their delivery and you get benefits from buying from them such as points that can be used for your next purchase and discount coupons. I do not think that it's a great place to buy clothing that will have a lot of use because of the quality of the fabric, which I believe would not as last that long. I would recommend sites such as +Choies,@chicwish and +Sheinside StreetFashion (these are my favorites) that are similar to Oasap, but do deliver clothing that will have longer wear

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Outfit Info:
Top: +OASAP >Cat Patchwork Plaid Shirt
Skirt: +Charlotte Russe  > Black Skirt
Socks: +Urban Outfitters > Black Socks
Boots: Book Off Japan
Sunglasses: +JCPenney



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How to make a Layered Smoothie or Milkshake

This was my first attempt doing a layers smoothie, and it actually came out pretty good. I didn't use any recipe or anything, I just went with my instincts and hoped for the best. But I will list everything that I used and how I did it. 

Ingredients: 

1 cup of soymilk

1/2 cup of plain oats

1/2 banana 

4 strawberries

1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional)

Steps: 

1. Blend half a cup of milk, oats, and banana. (Pineapple is optional for color)

2. Pour everything in cup or jar. 

3. Blend the rest of the milk, oats, and strawberries. (Beet is optional for color)

4. Pour on top of banana milkshake. 

5. Decorate with a strawberry. 

Don't worry about how the milkshake will taste with the beet because you cannot even tanste it since you only need a small piece of it to give a lot of color (they are really pigmented and stain a lot!). 

I hope you enjoyed my original recipe for making a layered smoothie or milkshake. If you make one, please tag me and/or hashtag #mayugirl so that I can see how yours came out!

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No Breakout Make Up

From left to right: 

- Physicians Formula Natural Look Kit (Foundation, bronzer, and blush)

- Almay Clear Complexion Foundation 300

- Physicians Formula Black Organic Mascara

- Revlon Water Proof Black Eyeliner

- Almay Smart Shade Coral Blush

I think I have finally found the best foundation make up for my face that doesn't clog my pores and make me break out. 

I use both the powder and the liquid foundation and they do not feel heavy nor cakey at all. It looks really natural and feels good on my skin. I definitely recommend it if you've had problems with breaking out or if you just want to prevent acne break outs from wearing make up on your face. 

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Pike's Peak Restaurant Review

 

(If you enter this restaurant wearing a tie tie, they will cut it and hang it on the roof of the restaurant!)

 

This Pike's Peak Restaurant was pretty interesting because if its rustic feeling and décor. It is really unique and memorable. I was impressed by the amount of ties that have been cut; they cover the whole roof and there are so many different types of ties, from ugly and old to really elegant and new.

 

So I had a steak salad for lunch because I thought that everything on the menu that was not a salad was kind of heavy for my appetite. I thought that the meat was okay, but what I really enjoyed was the cheese on it. I think it is called blue cheese, I am not sure. I just know the I really liked it. 

The place overall was really rustic and interestig. Definitely a place to visit. The only thing I didn't like was that our table wiggled and that there were a lot of flies flying around (ugh!)

 

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