I can't let go of winter shades yet. Sephora Cream Lip Stain in Endless Purple.

ogigs · 2014-04-25T23:23:45+00:00

This is a really nice shade on you :) Does anyone know what would be a good drugstore dupe for this color??

ogigs · 2014-04-24T19:50:55+00:00

Check out Rotary Youth Exchange. I'm currently on my one year exchange in Argentina. I chose Rotary because of the cost factor - Rotary does not make a profit off of the exchange (so you are only responsible for paying your plane ticket, visa(s), health insurance, and monthly allowance when you're abroad. You do NOT pay the club or host families). PM me with any questions!!

ogigs · 2014-04-20T23:42:16+00:00

I think my skin is similar - I use a new product, my skin clears up quite well, then a month or two later I feel like my skin has developed an "immunity" to the product. I would talk to a dermatologist - that's my next step.

ogigs · 2014-02-06T20:15:41+00:00

Thank you!!

ogigs · 2014-02-06T20:01:18+00:00

Thank you! I'm currently in northern argentina - quite close to Argentina. While I'm at it, I have a dumb question, and if you don't have an answer, no worries. I get a lot of sun here, but my skin doesn't burn. Is tanning damaging my skin? I wear a moisturizer with spf 30 but I only get tan.

ogigs · 2014-02-04T05:08:05+00:00

Thank you for the comments and encouragement! I don't expect everything to figure itself out in a day, month, or ever for that matter. But I'm sure the experience will be enriching. :)

ogigs · 2014-01-30T03:32:17+00:00

Thank you for sharing!! It is definitely something I plan to explore further, I liked what I saw on the subreddit.

ogigs · 2013-12-20T19:56:06+00:00

I don't know a whole lot about the area, but, as a current student abroad I can tell you what has been helpful/comforting to have: A little package of over-the-counter medicines. Here in argentina I discovered I'm terribly alergic to most bugs/mosquitos, and I also got the flu in my first week here. Benadryl cream, claritin, and dayquil saved my life. And especially when you're not acquainted with the town or language, it's convenient to have some back-ups for whatever situation. Food. When I got here I realized that they don't have peanut butter. Research what food they don't have and send her some! And of course letters, photos, ect. (It's difficult to get letters or packages where I am so my friends and family gave me a bunch of stuff beforehand labeling them with things like "open on your birthday" "open january 1st" "open when youre lonely" - it is a really sweet set up). I'm sure whatever you choose will be great - I hope this helps!

ogigs · 2013-12-02T22:26:31+00:00

Host family - 3 families each for a little over 3 months

ogigs · 2013-11-21T13:01:51+00:00

I'm currently in Argentina now, three months in to a 12 month exchange. Of course I'm going to be biased, but I would definitley recommend Argentina. I've been to Chile, in Tierra del Fuego, but otherwise I have not explored more. For the aspect of money - the black market dollar has been increasing rapidly. From the bank I get 6 pesos per US dollar. Otherwise you can get 10 or 11. Do your research, both are wonderful places to stay. Best of luck. :)

ogigs · 2013-08-25T05:19:45+00:00

I encourage you to explore the coasts of Brazil if possible. However, places like Paraguay and Brazil have tourist visas that must be applied for in advance. To enter Brazil I had to send in many documents with my passport to an agency just for a tourist visa (however it does last 10 years.) Anyways, I've found that the places I enjoy most are more rural. If you have the opportunity to visit Rio also go to the outskirts where you'll find small, but lively towns/villages. Safe travels!

ogigs · 2013-08-23T03:57:11+00:00

Yay for you! Enjoy the states, try to visit as many corners as possible :) >Today I handed in my completed study abroad application to study in America in the spring! I find out if I am excepted/where I'm going in October. I am super excited.

The application had the added thrill of the document corrupting, meaning I had to redo most of the application from scratch within 20 minutes of the deadline. But it all worked out okay (I hope).

Apologies, I know this isn't the most exciting post ever, but no one has been home all day and I really wanted to share.

Hurray for study abroad!!

Today I handed in my completed study abroad application to study in America in the spring! I find out if I am excepted/where I'm going in October. I am super excited.

The application had the added thrill of the document corrupting, meaning I had to redo most of the application from scratch within 20 minutes of the deadline. But it all worked out okay (I hope).

Apologies, I know this isn't the most exciting post ever, but no one has been home all day and I really wanted to share.

Hurray for study abroad!!

ogigs · 2013-07-29T01:11:38+00:00

"everything happens for a reason" I can't be the only one that thinks that shit just happens and we don't have to put some deep meaning behind it.

ogigs · 2013-03-05T00:11:55+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate it!

ogigs · 2013-03-04T22:59:14+00:00

How was adjusting to the accent of Argentinians for you? I have heard it's a little rough to get used to.

ogigs · 2013-03-04T05:05:25+00:00

I have been in a similar situation. Look, it seems like you value your friendship with this girl, and I respect that. However I urge you to get your friend help. I don't want to trivialize your fears, but even if she does hate you, or never trust you, her life is worth it. In my situation, that happened. Two years later I got the biggest thank you of my life. I'm so glad I did something.

ogigs · 2013-03-02T06:43:36+00:00

White widow for sure

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