Merry Christmas!

I want to wish all of you a healthy and happy Christmas!

Merry Christmas to me!

I should feel guilty about my most recent purchase....but I don’t! LOL! For some odd reason, whenever I set out to buy a gift for someone, I end up finding something that I like.



This past Saturday I ventured off to Winners to look for some gifts for a few people on my Christmas list.


I perused the bag section, but I didn’t see anything perfect for my bff, so I wandered over to the section with wallets and clutches. I checked out a few cute clutches, and then I lay my eyes on a gorgeous Steve Madden grey, rocker chic-type clutch.

I looove this bag! I love the smattering of studs dancing on the bag and I also like the fact that it’s not too fancy, so I can wear it when I’m dolled up, or use it when I’m rocking jeans and heels.

I felt a bit bad for finding something for myself (okay, not too bad. The clutch was a paltry $24.99!), so I continued to search for a gift perfect for my bestie. Finally! I found something for her (sorry, I can’t write what I bought her, I’m sure she’ll read the blog!).


Hope your Christmas shopping is just as fun!


Michelle

Song of the Moment

Bruno Mars: Grenade

I am in love with Bruno Mars. Actually, I’m in love with his hit single, Grenade. It’s a deeply romantic, yet tragic love song that tugs at my heart. Seriously, I get teary-eyed every single time I listen to the song or watch the video. (yes, I’m way too sentimental!)


The song is about a guy who has fallen hard for a girl and would do just about anything for her (psst....I need to find a dude like that!). The object of his affection on the other hand, ain’t that interested and basically toys with his affection.


Check out some of the lyrics...
To give me all your love is all I ever asked, Cause what you don't understand is
I’d catch a grenade for ya (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Throw my hand on a blade for ya (yeah, yeah, yeah)
I’d jump in front of a train for ya (yeah, yeah , yeah)
You know I'd do anything for ya (yeah, yeah, yeah) Oh, oh
I would go through all this pain, Take a bullet straight through my brain,
Yes, I would die for ya baby ; But you won't do the same


Sad, huh? Honestly, who could say no to that? That woman is heartless! LOL.


To anyone that thinks that men have no feelings and aren’t romantic, they need to listen to this song. Bruno Mars is super romantic and sensitive. I stand corrected. I am not only in love with the song, I love Bruno Mars!

Michelle

Ask Michelle

Time for a name change! Although, I loved penning the advice column for my alter ego—Dear Angry Black Grrl, I thought to switch the name to something kindler, gentler (like myself!) and to the point. Angry Black Grrl is now called, Ask Michelle.



Remember to send your questions to michelle at happygrrls.com


Ask Michelle

Dear Michelle,

I need your advice!!! I started working at a new job a few months ago, and I was happy that everything seemed to be going well. I liked my job and my co-workers made my workday more fun. Then, out of the blue, my boss completely lost it on me. She yelled at me for about 20 minutes and embarrassed me in front of my co-workers. Basically, she made me feel like crap. I was convinced she was going to fire my ass.

Unfortunately her rants occur on a weekly basis. I told one of my co-workers about an incident and she said the boss has yelled at everyone and I should get used to it.


I’m not sure what to do. I like my job, but my boss is making my life a living hell.


I need your help!


Signed,
My boss is a bi%*#


Dear, my boss is a bi%*#


Girl, I have been there! I have had problem s with bosses in the past and I know it makes it harder to go to work. Emotionally, it can destroy you.


Is there anyone that you can speak to at your job to let them what’s going on? I would definitely alert someone in the HR department to let them know what is happening. Especially since you said your boss’ bad behaviour happens on a regular basis.


If you really don’t feel comfortable being at your job, you might have to give a lot of thought to your options. You can stay and see if things get better, or you can cut your losses and leave your job and search for something new.

Let me know what happens!

Michelle

Save or splurge?

Anyone that knows me is fully aware that I am a slightly frugal (ahem, cheap) girl. I looove scoring a bargain, but more importantly, I believe in spending my money wisely.



I’m not the kind of girl that plunks down a lot of money on designer products, because frankly, you can get the same results from more affordable selections.


Through my many years of trial and error, I have to come to the conclusion that I would probably think twice before spending a lot of money on higher priced cosmetics.


There is one product in particular that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on to get great results.


Lip gloss


Honestly, I have tried tons of designer lip glosses and I have gotten the same, if not better results, from drugstore items.

My new go-to lipgloss is L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche in Rich Rose. I use this lipgloss (which costs less than $10!! Woo hooo) practically every day. It provides me with vibrant colour, staying power, and the most important thing of all, it is not gloppy.


I’m not saying that you can’t pamper yourself and treat yourself to something nice, but just remember, if you can save on one item, you can splurge somewhere else.


Have fun shopping!

Michelle

Trick or Treat!

This entry is meant for adults 19 years and older.

When I went trick or treating as a kid, I always looked forward to getting piles and piles of Halloween chocolate. It didn’t matter if I got the regular sized chocolate bar or the tiny snack sizes; I wanted c-h-o-c-o-l-a-t-e! I guess you can tell I had a serious chocolate addiction as a kid, eh? Perhaps that’s why I was super hyper!


However, I’m all grown up and my obsession with chocolate persists. I enjoy everything from chocolate cakes, cookies and chocolate martinis. Mmmm, chocolate martinis!


So you know I was beyond excited when I found out that there was a cooler coming out that was based on the yummy Cadbury chocolate bar, Caramilk.

The Caramilk Cream Cooler is an alcoholic beverage made with real cream and double distilled vodka. Sounds divine, no?!


I was sent a few samples of the cooler and I quickly gulped one down after a looong exhausting day at work. I decided to have another one a few days later just to get a real sense of the drink and to provide an accurate review.

I will confess, it was gooood! It’s creamy, chocolaty and not too strong (5% alcohol). It’s more of a dessert beverage, with a little kick of vodka.


The taste is similar to Bailey’s, but it leans more on the chocolaty side than on the coffee flavoured side.


Since I’m no kid anymore, I won’t be snacking on chocolate treats this Halloween—I’ll be hanging out with a few friends and sipping on a few Caramilk Cream coolers. Good times!

* I just want to wish everyone a happy Halloween and to remember to please drink responsibly!

Michelle

Comfy Fall fashions

As much as I love to expose skin in the hot summer months, I look forward to Fall because of the warm cozy fashions that I get to snuggle up in.





I recently bought a pair of knee high suede boots, skinny jeans (pssst....I caved in a bought a pair ) and a boyfriend cardigan. This is my go-to outfit for the season! I feel equal parts comfortable and sexy when wearing it.

I love how I am able to flaunt my curves in this simple outfit. The jeans hug my hips, while the boyfriend cardigan frames my hourglass figure. My boots, which are almost the star of the outfit, are sooo comfortably chic it’s crazy!!! (these boots are like walking on air!)

I’m already planning on doing some more shopping and getting more thick sweaters, skinny jeans (I’m hooked on them now!) and perhaps another pair of boots.


So what’s your fave Fall item?


Michelle