Viva Las Vegas

A lot is going on in the world right now. One thing after the next, war, refugees dying from trying to seek a better life, so many natural disasters and yet again another mass shooting. I can't imagine what these people are going through and I often wonder why am I where I am, why didn't these things happen to me? My heart has been hurting these past few weeks of all that has gone on around the world and hurts all the more knowing that they're are people inflicting pain upon other people for whatever reason it doesn't matter, it's just pure evil. I've seen so many injustices throughout the world and read about it daily and I just discover more and more how critical it is that we as humanity need a savior. A total revelation that us as individuals are not perfect, that we as people aren't perfect and that the only thing that can change our hearts is the unconditional love of Jesus.

I am not left out of this and I need the grace of God everyday. I just pray that this world experiences the love and healing power of God in such a tangible way that it changes us as humanity, to walk into who we were created to be, that broken hearts are healed, that dead souls are brought back to life, that we would prefer and love other people first, that we would seek to lay our selfish desires aside, that we would seek to understand one another and give grace, empathy and compassion to the people who we may feel do not deserve it. I lift up all those effected by the loss of those in Vegas this week, that they have community surround them, love them and comfort them in this terrible time, amen.

Michael and I took these photos on our way to LA, we stopped just outside of Las Vegas to see this art installation in the middle of nowhere desert. I was driving like a bat out of hell as we were chasing the sunset and trying to beat the storm that was rolling in. Looking at theses photos now I loved how they turned out with the polarity of light and dark. With the darkness of the storm blowing in it made these crazy bright colored rocks stand out all the more.


Thanks for stopping by guys
xo

The Little Pink Dog

In honor of Junie B.'s 16th birthday (April 28th) my little sisters and I decided to give Junie a fresh new-do by giving her a beet juice bath. Yes that little dog below is 16 believe it or not, so that makes her old af...haha 112 in dog years! 

She's the furry little sister we used to dress up and walk around the neighborhood in a stroller, have dance parties with, swaddle in blankets, our little cuddle buddy and we'd have to clean up her poop when she got into a tin of Hersey kisses from Valentines day. 

I can't imagine life without her. I still remember picking her up from the breeder and thinking she was the cutest one because she was the runt of the litter and had unique little spots of apricot on her ears and back. Now that she is pastel pink I'm even more in love with her and I think it put a little pep in her step! Haha who really knows if she is aware she is pink, all I know is she seems to be acting more like her old puppy self again!

Cheers to another year little Junie B.

I love you!

Photography by Mikey Penhale

Outfit Details:

Beanie: Brixton

Sunnies: Urban Outfitters

Girl Power Shirt: Target

Jacket: Forever 21

Cropped Suit Pants: Theory

Union Jack Boots: Dr. Martens

2017

And just like that...another year has come and gone. It's been a whirl wind and it has also been rich in adventure and full of inspiration. I was blessed to serve yet another year with Youth With A Mission...as it was also my last *sniff sniff*. I was able to volunteer another season of fashion week both in NY + LA. I made new friends and made more memories with old ones. Mike and I found ourselves a church home at Zoe LA. I continued to pursued my career in hair and made new business endeavors. I got to check Oregon off my bucket list (and I need to go again). Mike and I spent three months in Europe (specifically Barcelona) staffing a school for artists and creatives and Michael with skateboarding and filming. AND the last two weeks of the year and we ended up moving back to Colorado! Phew! The last month has been a blur, but it's nice to start the year of fresh and with some clarity. Cheers to 2017!

Wishing you all love, peace, joy and happiness! 

Photography by Michael Penhale

My Top 10 Beauty Favorites

Awhile ago I gave a list of 5 of my favorite things, things that made life just a little more organized and a little more pretty. This here is a list of my 10 favorite beauty products right now, because we all know I lovvvveeee all things beauty. Some of these guys were on my blog post a couple weeks ago but they ARE that great that I am featuring them again :)

1. Dr. Bonners Lavender Castille Soap

This stuff has been around for decades and I love using this for body wash. It's natural it smells great, it gets the job done along with about 20 other things you can use this soap for. It comes in an array of different scents but I love lavender everything...so lavender it is. 

2. Lime Crime Cashmere Velvetine

This guy was on my favorite things list and I'm putting it on here because it truly is that good. The company is vegan and cruelty friendly. It smells like cupcakes, is matte and the formula glides on beautifully and stays on LITERALLY the whole day! Never have I not seen this color compliment every skin tone either...

3. Burts Bees Beeswax Lip Balm

I use this balm e-v-er-yday. I never get chapped lips...I think this balm is why.  The creamy texture and hint of peppermint makes your mouth tingle and feels refreshed, and I feel it makes my lips a little more plump! Not sure if it's suppose to do that, but I'm not complaining!

4. Where Is Pore? Caolion Premium Blackhead Steam Pore Pack

I swear Korea knows what they are doing when it comes to skin care. This mask has steam-activated charcoal powder that opens up clogged pores and extracts the gunk while it also exfoliates dead skin cells. Some how they've created this mask to create heat, I was shocked when I put it on because it really does feel like you're sitting in front of a steamer. This mask makes my skin feel smoother and look brighter.

5. Globe Petal Multi-Use Oil

This oil. This fricken oil guys! You can use for E-V-E-R-Y single thing. As a body moisturizer, on your face before bed, your nails, hair...I'm sure you can find more things to put it on. But I love this stuff a little goes a longgggg way and the smell, oh the smell is heavenly!

6. Tangle Teezer 

This product was also on my list of favorite things. This brush is amazing on wet hair which is always a no-no but not with this, it gets out stubborn knots on dry hair and helps create volume if you rub it in your scalp. 

7. Cedar + Stone Scrub

This scrub is all natural and has 21 different minerals to detox, purify and calm your skin. The scent is earthy and calming which is my favorite. It will "scrub" all your worries away...

8. Hologram Nail Polish 

There isn't much to say about any nail polish really...other than this color is the coolest and it brings me back to the 90's!

9. Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Matte Lavender 

Apparently I'm not just obsessed with the scent of lavender but with the color as well. This lipstick is very fun and different, it's definitely a statement color and I don't think I've really seen anyone else wear this color. But the formula is long-lasting, feels like velvet and comes in so many shades from hot reds, statement colors and nudes. 

10. Activated Charcoal Capsules (not pictured) 

Activated Charcoal is something you would normally take for an upset stomach but I use it for teeth whitening. I bought my bottle of capsules from Whole Foods (they probably have it at any natural food store). I crack open a capsule and put about half a capsule in my mouth and brush my teeth as usual. This can be very messy and a little bit goes a long way. But it's a great whiter and it won't hurt the enamel on your teeth or gums like other whiteners!

-Grace

xo

Forest Feelings

Last week I finally got to visit my most desired place to go in the States! If you guessed Oregon ding, ding, ding YOU'RE RIGHT! (Shout out to Luke & Val for getting hitched and having the coolest wedding I've been to yet!!)

So if you were to creep my Instagram and see who I follow, you'll see a majority of people that I follow are from the PNW and for obvious reasons. They have dreamy pictures full of lots of green (my newly discovered favorite color), trees, nature and the most beautiful views. And last week  everything I saw on Instagram is what I experienced in real life and so much more and it was A M A Z I N G! It is hands down the most beautiful place I've ever been. I questioned everything I was doing with my life while I was up there I just loved it so much I didn't want to leave. Kind of sad but now I'll just have to go again...

The main reason for this trip was to watch and celebrate our friends marriage and of course I was going to wear a dress that was covered in blue wildflowers to compliment the greenery. This is my favorite maxi dress and its because it has the most flattering slits in the front to show off some leg! And it wouldn't be a party without my fluffy white jacket...that jacket turns you into a rockstar instantly. 👌🏼

xx

"Let's take our hearts for a walk in the woods and listen to the magic whispers of old trees." -Unknown

What I'm Wearing For Your Inspiration

Dress- Some Days Lovin (bought mine from Urban Outfitters awhile ago but found this dress for sale on Poshmark for y'all)

Tribal Necklace- Ebay (I know I wear that necklace a lot)

Booties- Kelsi Dagger

White Jacket- Forever 21 

Round Sunnies- Forever 21

Photography by: Kiersten Fienning