Re: Girl To Girl Make Out
Agathe Thies
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I come into contact with mean girls from time to time - both personally and professionally just like we all do - and I carry with me the memories of working with some very toxic females, which have helped me develop a thicker skin, and learn how to navigate them. These are important skills to have throughout your career because you will inevitably run up against mean girls from time to time.
Today there are Regina George-like characters in every industry, simply because there are more women in the workplace. Their catty behaviors such as gossiping, backstabbing and sabotaging can turn an otherwise pleasant workplace into a place of daily dread.
The silver lining is that while you will inevitably encounter mean girls throughout your career, learning how to manage them will make you stronger and more resilient. Dealing with someone like this enables you to emerge a more confident version of yourself.
Always remember that work is work and your colleagues are your colleagues, so it is not in your best interest to spill your entire life story and air your dirty laundry to them. What you tell your co-worker, or an industry friend could be used against you if someone is trying to get ahead of you or has a hidden agenda.
During this purgatory period, always respond professionally to emails and calls, and document what is happening in case you need it should things go awry sooner than expected. You should also be networking as much as you can in order to find a more fulfilling professional home.
Mean girls will come and go throughout your career, you just continue being your awesome self, and continue to learn and grow from your mistakes. Lean on your tribe, your mentors and those who you trust for support. As I said earlier, when you stop focusing on the haters, they often magically disappear.
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I swirl the brush around in the pot a few times then apply it, I count how many strokes I need to do and do this from memory. For example, I will stroke the brush across each cheek 5 times, then I know that it is evenly applied.
Eyeshadow palettes are very popular, although I have one, I do find them quite difficult to use as a blind person as it means memorising where all the colours are in the palette which can of course be done, but it can be quite time consuming.
To apply eyeliner as a blind person, I think the easiest method is to start from the outer corner of your eye and do small strokes until you reach the inner corner of your eye, then repeat the process on the other eye.
When I apply mascara, I hold the wand horizontally and slowly bring it up to my eye, I start at the route of my lashes, I then gently glide the brush along my lashes ensuring that they are all covered.
You can apply lipsticks using gentle strokes along your lips, ensuring that both lips are fully covered. Once you have applied the lipstick, rub your lips together. If you feel that there is too much on, then you can remove any excess by folding a tissue, clamping your lips around it and this will remove any unwanted lipstick.
All your posts are so interesting to read, because I never considered these things before! I really enjoyed reading this, and am glad you enjoy makeup just as much as I do! How do you feel about the Benefit Bang girl mascara? Are you a fan of it? Great post xx
I am also blind. And even tho I did hear that you posted this several years ago, 3 I think?, I am just amazed. You know how easy it is to match clothes with color tags, and use the bump dots all over everything to find the right knob or setting, but they do not teach you how to apply your own makeup. So for all these blind years of mine, I have not worn makeup.
I will be following you from now on, and hope I am intelligent enough to learn a thing or two.
The Girl Scouts Cookie season is over, but that doesn't mean you can't make your own Samoas! This recipe will teach you how to make your very own Homemade Samoas with coconut, caramel, chocolate, and all the things you love about the beloved Girl Scout Cookies. These homemade versions are so much better than store bought because they're loaded with even more delicious ingredients. No matter what time of year it is, make these for a special treat!
The time has finally come. I can no longer justify $5 - $6 for a box of Girl Scout cookies when the amount in the box keeps getting smaller and smaller. So this year, I am determined to learn how to make all my favorites. Then I can have copycat Girl Scout Cookies all year round. Although I know moderation is key...right?!? I've been testing Homemade Samoas all week long. I've tried to restrain, but even on the recipes that didn't make the final cut, they were still pretty good. It's really hard to go wrong with coconut, caramel, and chocolate. Oh and a cookie! Samoas quickly became my favorite girl scout cookie and have been ever since they came out. Although thin mints are a close second. What is your favorite Girl Scout cookie?
My challenge with these was that I have access to some pretty high quality products. So I did do a batch of gourmet Samoas. I used a caramel recipe from my chocolate shop and dipped the cookies in Valrhona chocolates. But I figured since most people don't have access to those ingredients, I would go with basic grocery store items that everyone should be able to acquire. I will say there is a difference in taste. But as one would expect, I don't think most people expect an artisan bonbon to taste like something from Hershey's. I'm sure you know what I mean and I am certain you will love these easy homemade Samoas. But I will say those gourmet Samoas are the real deal! If you have access to higher quality ingredients, by all means, I'd say use them.
This is basically a buttery shortbread cookie topped with toasted caramel and coconut creation with a chocolate drizzle. This recipe is a lot easier than you might think and it uses basic pantry ingredients.
The homemade samoas cookies are super simple. It's your basic cookie, a lot of butter mixed with flour and sugar type of cookie. The key to this is to not overcook the cookies. When I say pale golden brown, that's what I mean. Any longer and you just get a crunchy crumbly cookie that can work, but isn't the best choice.
The coconut layer is quite easy. The key here is to not burn the coconut when toasting it. Shredded coconut is one of those things that goes from perfect to burnt in a matter of seconds. In my oven I cooked the coconut for 15 minutes and stirred it every 3 minutes. Everyone's oven is different. So keep an eye on it. Your coconut may be done in 10 minutes instead of 15. You are looking for that golden browned color. Not burnt.
Now for the dark chocolate. Here is where you don't want to skimp. You only need 12 ounces, so get the best you can afford to get. Dark chocolate chips will work, but so will a couple of bars of your favorite artisan chocolate at your grocery store.
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A little labor intensive - total time including chilling the dough, being the cookies, toasting the coconut, assembling... Was 3-4 hours. But they're so delicious! I would make them again.
The amounts of chocolate and caramel were very accurate, I had maybe 2tbsp of caramel leftover, and enough chocolate to coat 6-8 large marshmallows. I had about 1/2c of coconut left, but I was a little heavy handed when I measured it out for toasting.
I made these using Namaste Gluten Free perfect Flour blend and they came out great!! I also sub with coconut sugar for the cookie. I just made my own caramel sauce at home that worked just as well. I loved them and others enjoyed them as well. My husband and I agreed "taste just like the girl scout cookie, but better, more elevated in flavor." Of course, less additives as well. ? Thanks for the recipe!
My son wanted a giant cookie for his birthday cake, and chose this cookie for me to recreate. this recipe was perfect! i made it pizza sized, like the ones available in the mall at the cookie company. it was a big hit! and we will be making it again and again!!!
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With my father, who has always been my ally and inspiration, I established Malala Fund, a charity dedicated to giving every girl an opportunity to achieve a future she chooses. In recognition of our work, I received the Nobel Peace Prize in December 2014 and became the youngest-ever Nobel laureate.
I travel to many countries to meet girls fighting poverty, wars, child marriage and gender discrimination to go to school. Malala Fund is working so that their stories, like mine, can be heard around the world.
With more than 130 million girls out of school today, there is more work to be done. I hope you will join my fight for education and equality. Together, we can create a world where all girls can learn and lead.
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