Reflections of A Decade


Is it me or did the 2000's just fly by? The last 10 years of my life were indeed some of the most memorable and life changing. A decade ago, I was a young 20 year old trying to find my way in this crazy world. I don't know how many careers I've had in the last ten years, but at least the uncertainty has led me to discover what I really want out of life.

Highlights of a decade: married my best friend, have an incredibly bright and adorable son, met so many people along the way, and still have my family and old friends to lean back on. What more could I ask for?

One of my life-changing highlights has of course been Makeup Junkie. When I first started it, I had no idea where it would lead me or to who I would meet (or the many beauty products I'd be able to try!). I've been so thankful for the many fantastic opportunities I've had and for the many readers I've been able to connect with.

The past year has been a tough one and the reason for my lack of posts. I think along the way, I lost sight of why I started this blog in the first place: to gab about my favourite beauty products and share my beauty tips! After my feature in the March 2009 issue of Lou Lou Magazine, I was so stoked but felt incredible pressure to make it bigger and better. With barely any spare time, I became overwhelmed by it all.

The lesson I've learned in all of this? Do what you love and not worry about what everyone else is doing. I think it's mind-blowing how big the beauty blogger community has become - I'm just happy to be apart of it. To all you amazing beauty bloggers out there - I raise my mascara wands to you all!

Here's to another decade of amazing memories! Have a safe and Happy New Year! Much love! xoxo

My Makeup Junkie Highlights:
Makeup Junkie Featured in Lou Lou Magazine March Issue!
Toronto IMATS
Why I Love Makeup Artist Hung Vanngo!
Makeup Artist Corner: Billy B. Workshop
Up Close and Personal with April Jacob of Pink Beauty Cosmetics
My First Interview with The Powder Group's Michael DeVellis
Great Tips For Makeup Artists
Fall Beauty Trends With Makeup Artist Andrea Claire
The Lipstick Queen Poppy King
Makeup Junkie Top Editor Picks for 2008!
Makeup Junkie Readers' Beauty Stash Awards 2008!
My First Toronto Fashion Week
My First "TV" Appearance
These two posts are still the most popular posts on Makeup Junkie:
Makeup 101: How To Apply Eye Shadow For Asian Eyes
Makeup 101: Creating the Perfect Smokey Eye

What have been your favourite highlights of the past decade?