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Beauty · May 16, 2017

From Gloss to Blush | Glossier

Skincare first… Makeup Second. – Glossier Glossier, what can I say. Ever since my first tube of priming moisturizer I’ve been hooked. Maybe it has something to do with th fact your order arrives in pink packaging, or maybe it’s…

I first started The Avid Pen as a place to celebrate both the artistic world whether it be through art, beauty/skincare, fashion, food or travel. Since beginning the blog, I have had the opportunity to meet so many of the artists, creatives and female entrepreneurs who inspire me which is something I would have never imagined being able to do.

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I first started The Avid Pen, a Charlotte based lifestyle blog, as a place to celebrate the artistic world. As someone who has always had a love of color, I enjoy seeing the art in everything from beauty and skincare to fashion, food or in the places I travel to. I longed to tell a story both through words and through photographs.

I hope through following along with me you will see the beauty in the ordinary everyday moments.

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... and merci, beaucoup for joining me in this space as I share about beauty/skincare, food, style, and travel inspired by my love of art and all things French.

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Fresh color and style @themillsalonfm is a must. I

Fresh color and style @themillsalonfm is a must. I went far too long in between my last hair color and this one, but I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Perfect color and the most beautiful curls I could NEVER accomplish on my own. Thanks Gianna!
#haircolor #refresh #haircolorideas #newdo #futurenurse

“Each year, the Great Pumpkin rises out of the p

“Each year, the Great Pumpkin rises out of the pumpkin patch that he thinks is the most sincere. He’s gotta pick this one. He’s got to. I don’t see how a pumpkin patch can be more sincere than this one. You can look around and there’s not a sign of hypocrisy. Nothing but sincerity as far as the eye can see.” — Linus, ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown’
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Happy Halloween! We had so much fun at our little pre-Halloween Boo Party this year. Read all about our Spook-tac-ular Boo Party over on the blog via the link below, or via the link in bio!
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https://theavidpen.com/the-most-spook-tac-ular-boo-party/
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#boo #halloween #littles #littlestoriesofmylife #proudauntie

The book pics this month are guaranteed to pull at

The book pics this month are guaranteed to pull at your emotions. From the latest dual timeline novel from Noelle Salazar, The Lies We Leave Behind, to Alison Espach’s The Wedding People, and finally Echoes of Us by Joy Jordan-Lake. If you need a good book to cozy up with in front of a warm fire (or on the couch in a cozy blanket), then this list, while short, has three wonderful books to enjoy.
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https://theavidpen.com/everything-i-read-this-month-october-2024/
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#bookstagram #books #booklover #whatimreading

Had the most amazing night at #trunkortreat @rhpdo

Had the most amazing night at #trunkortreat @rhpdobysbridge with my amazing co-workers and our patients and their families.
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#littlestoriesofmylife #trickortreat #pedslife #pedslifeisthebestlife #healthcare

Just relaxing for the last moments of the weekend

Just relaxing for the last moments of the weekend with @gracieoftheavidpen curled up by my side.
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#theweekend #theweekndedits #lifestyle #lifeisbeautiful

What are your favorite fall traditions with the li

What are your favorite fall traditions with the littles in your life.

1 — Apple picking @jetermountainfarm
2 — Visiting the pumpkin patch
3 — Watching/reading It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
4 — Boo Party

#fall #itsfallyall #fallstyle #fallvibes #falldecor #pumpkins #pumpkin #snoopy #littles #littlestoriesofmylife

The most delicious Chex mix recipe that’s so eas

The most delicious Chex mix recipe that’s so easy to make and not too sweet!
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Snoopy Chex Mix

Chocolate Chex
Corn Chex
Pretzel sticks
Pretzel pillows (with peanut butter)
Popcorn Marshmallows @homegoods
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#chex #chexmix #chexmixrecipe #snoopy #movienight

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Having a

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Having a pajama party to watch the short movie and read the book was so much fun.
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We all wore our Snoopy pajamas, Gigi made the most delicious Chex mix and gave little snoopy stuffies to the girls.
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Do you have a tradition of watching ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin?’ Maybe this is the year to start!
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#snoopy #itsthegreatpumpkincharliebrown #littlestoriesofmylife #littles #littlethings #chexmix #itsfall #itsfallyall #peanuts #peanutsgang #charliebrown

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