Book Review // What Thou Need'st

What Thou Need'st

Synopsis:

Kendall Thatcher, a dutiful squire, thinks he's seen the worst of his master, the irascible Prince Bartholomew. However, things can indeed get worse; much worse.

When the Prince runs away, a princess from a neighboring kingdom vanishes, a dragon takes up residence in an abandoned castle, and two kingdoms near the brink of war; all this can be resolved only when Kendall and the Prince discover "what thou need'st"

Bethany Canaan, from Clever Bunnies, recently wrote this novelette and published it online at Snippits. I really enjoyed its fairy tale story line and biblical moral. It made for a lovely afternoon's read. Although it's based off of a common plot, it has enough variation to be delightful, not repetitive. My only complaint is that a few questions were left unanswered. The story line is positioned in such a way so you know how things will end up, but I'm just one of those people who prefer to be told. Overall, I really enjoyed how her book grabbed me with the first chapter, her description, and the creative twist on a common fairy tale plot. I extremely recommend this book for avid readers like me looking for delightful, clean, and gripping books. I wish more books like this were out there.

Becca

*Picture and synopsis provided by Bethany 

Cowgirl Dirt Samples

Hello all!

 A couple weeks ago I ordered some samples from Cowgirl Dirt's website. They have very natural cosmetics, and I've been wanting to try them for some time now. I thought I'd share with you all what I found! Lets get started:

Foundation / Mineral Powder in Champagne 2:

I use a loose powder mineral foundation from Bare Minerals, and I found this wasn't much different. It has nice light coverage without looking caked on to my skin.

Foundation / Creme in Champagne 2:

I loved this!!!!! This is the first time I've tried a foundation other than the mineral powder and I was extremely excited with the results. I just used my fingers to apply it, and I loved how soft and smooth it made my skin look. It worked as a concealer as well. It also covered the red in my cheeks, and helped the blush show up. This is a product I hope to be purchasing soon because I will use it all the time. 

Concealer / Neutral Light:

Their concealer works nicely, but only a tad better than loose mineral foundation does for me. So I probably will not be purchasing this full size.  

Clear Lip gloss in White Lighting:

This one is flavored mint, but I could smell other flavors in there as well and I couldn't put my finger on it. Anyways, I love it. It was nice and shiny, wet, but not sticky, and it moisturized wonderfully. I will be purchasing this wonderful product full size here soon. 

Lipstick in Flicka (bright purplish pink) and Seabiscuit (light peach):

These lip sticks weren't heavy and dry like other brands, and while they aren't moisturizing, they didn't deprive my lips of moisture. They have a beautiful metallic shine. My only complaint is that my lips are dark themselves, and these didn't have a ton of pigment so they really just tinted my lips, not color them like other lipsticks do. I don't know how long they last, because it seems like every time I try to test that I end up eating something. ;) This morning, though, I ate a few things and the color is still there! 

That is all! So far, I'd say I'm impressed with Cowgirl Dirt's products! If you are into natural cosmetics, I would recommend visiting their website here. 

 Becca