At the end of this month, I'm having my first-ever boudoir photo shoot. I'm excited and nervous. Feeling sexy when you're divorced, rejected, and over 40 isn't easy. I have insecurities like any other human being, but I won't let them get the best of me or ruin my upcoming photography session. In this blog post, I'll cover what I've done and what I'm doing now to prepare for a … [Read more...] about How to Prepare for a Boudoir Photo Shoot
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Sydney Shopping Guide
Guest author: Mary Johnson Sydney is a gorgeous city located on Australia’s easy coast, well known for its shopping. You’ll find high fashion, local boutiques, and high-street fashion here, making it a one-stop spot for fashion lovers. One of the most important things to consider when going out for a day of shopping is how easy it is to get around. After all, you … [Read more...] about Sydney Shopping Guide
Lollie Shopping Celebrates 12-Year Blogiversary
This month, twelve years ago, I started a little fashion blog in Las Vegas just to prove I could. I sought hands-on experience in content creation, content management systems, especially WordPress, basic HTML, and an outlet to express my interest in fashion and retail, as well as a place to share cute photos of me wearing cute outfits. I found all that and more in the … [Read more...] about Lollie Shopping Celebrates 12-Year Blogiversary
Stretching Daily: Why You Should Take the Time to Do It
Guest author: Mary Johnson It is very important to incorporate stretching into your daily routine. Whether you spend several hours working out at the gym or you work at a desk all day, it is important to spare a few minutes to stretch. Stretching at least once a day is very important because it helps release muscle tension. Even if you have been sitting at your desk all day … [Read more...] about Stretching Daily: Why You Should Take the Time to Do It
3 Healthy Living Products I’m Loving Right Now
This weekend, I turn 48. Yes, 48. I know what you're going to say, "You don't look a day over 18!" Okay, maybe you were going to say 38. It's my birthday. Allow me to delude myself. But, I get it, I look young for my age. However, my body isn't feeling so young. And knowing that old age is lurking just down the street from where I live today, I have to now take extra precaution … [Read more...] about 3 Healthy Living Products I’m Loving Right Now
I Hate Nightstands with Only One Drawer! Here’s Why
I just moved into a new place, and like any self-sufficient single woman who loves to shop, of course, I'm buying new pieces to make my home cozy, including a sofa, accent chair, patio furniture, and nightstands. It's specifically nightstands that I came here to gripe about. What is it with one-drawer nightstands? What purpose could they possibly serve? Who lives so … [Read more...] about I Hate Nightstands with Only One Drawer! Here’s Why
How to Plan a Girls Trip
It is no easy feat to plan a girls trip, especially when it includes busy women. Inevitably, there is a mom involved, which means not only is she restrained by her own schedule, but she's also limited by those of her kids. And, of course, married women have to consider their spouses' schedules. Lastly, there are those of us who are single, yet we have full-time careers, side … [Read more...] about How to Plan a Girls Trip