Msdebramaye's Blog

Big Move and Blog Sale Update

2011-06-23T09:50:00.000-07:00

With just around 2 months left to get my act together, my stress levels increase a little more everyday. I mean, this is my first time stepping out on my own. Many of you probably have already experienced "leaving the birds nest" shall I say for lack of better terms. I've always had the comfort of living with my parents. Not to mention the fact that they never asked me for a penny of rent. I've basically been an only child for the past 7 years since my brother moved out after he got married so this isn't only huge for me, it's huge for my parents as well.

The more i think about it, the more I get mixed feelings about it. This is my home.. these are my friends.. this is my family.. it is just so bittersweet to me. Then I think about everything I'm about to experience, the potential I have in a different city, let alone new country, I get to meet new people and just get myself out there! I am, however looking forward to missing out on the winter season =]. I just can't wait to get the next phase of my life started.

I mainly wanted to post this blog to reach out to those of you who have already experienced what it's like to be on your own. Obviously it's different for everyone out there and I'll experience it all as I go.
Any tips, comments, advice you can share with me on my big move, I will definitely appreciate =]

Blog Sale Update: Individual items will be posted this weekend! For those unaware, Canada Post is currently on strike throughout Canada so shipping may be a bit difficult. I'll do my best to have everything done either through FedEx, Purolator or UPS. All payments will only be accepted via PayPal and first come, first sale basis only.
I've had quite a few emails sent to me already from followers expressing interest on certain items, so some items you might see in the preview photos may no longer be available.

Due to the lack of Postal Service, I would prefer to ship out only throughout Canada and the US only, but if you see something you really like and you live outside Canada or the US I will definitely consider it.

At last but not least, a huge loving world wide welcome to my new nephew.

Welcome to the world Baby Deron Daniel <3

Until Next Time ;)

Hey Did You Hear?

2011-06-13T21:00:00.000-07:00

I need to get rid some if not ALL of this stuff...

In the next few weeks you'll see the creation of my very own online store. So stay tuned!

Change Is Good

2011-06-12T19:58:00.000-07:00

Hello Lovelies,

This isn't the update you were expecting, mainly because it's not MsDebraMaye actually updating..,
No I'm not a hacker, I'm merely a ~~friend~~ who is kick starting these up coming changes to this blog. It is about time that it gets a long over due make over.
So please hold tight while the changes slowly take place.

See you, at the top of the world;

2011-05-07T08:22:00.000-07:00

It seems that with every post I do, I start with the lines "long time no post" or something like that. I figured out the reason why. I've always felt obligated to do long posts. Just only recently have I realized that even a sentence, as long as it is powerful enough, could be post worthy. My nearest and dearest have been active on their blogs and they are the reason why I want to revive mine.

Thought I would focus this post on updating you all with this busy life of mine. I've recently celebrated my 23rd birthday. I've been wanting to do a birthday post for a while but I just couldn't put all the thoughts in my head into words.

This past year, has been THE most life changing, monumental year of my life thus far. Anyone who is anyone in my life will attest to that matter. I can humbly say that I started to have a grasp on what its like to finally, grow up and be a woman. See the thing is, it starts at home. Home is definitely where the heart is. My family is now my first priority, and really, being in a typical filipino family, parents never usually openly accept you as an adult..right away. You have to prove yourself first. Things have never been better when it comes to my individual relationships with my amazing parents and my big brother, all of whom I have never loved as much then as I do now. It all comes down to the respect I have for them, and the respect you have for yourself that shines through how organized and successful you are. It reflects how well they raised me. It brings me to tears every single time I hear how proud my parents are of me. In the recent light of things in my life, I cherish every waking moment I have with my family. Knowing our time together will soon end until I'm off to fend for myself in a new home, new setting, new friends, new everything.

By the way, did I mention I was leaving? This is my official announcement that I will be moving to California this September. (AHHH!!!!!) Im set to "denounce loyalty to Canada". My life has yet to begin! I have been blessed with my family, my friends who I refer to as my second family, my career has soared and I've grown as much as I possibly could with my company, and lastly, most importantly; the person behind all the good things in my life, is my wonderful, amazing, supportive and loving boyfriend. Life can only get better from here because I have learned to filter all the negative people and negative aspects out. Yes, he is the reason for the next step/phase/chapter if you will, of my life. Big plans ahead of me, sacrifices to make to make my dreams come true await me.

So what's next you ask? I'm leaving for California next week for a 2 week vacation, planning a massive blog sale (got to get rid of EVERYTHING that I don't use anymore), wrapping up my job over the summer, saving like mad, spend more quality time with the loves of my life and God willing all in good time, I'll make it someday <3
Pictures from my Birthday Dinner

In Good Company..

2011-02-21T13:17:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to post some pictures taken from Friday, February 18, 2011. These pictures captured the definite purpose of "True Friends". I was feeling down and out, and that's how this dinner came about. So what does Debra do? Go all out getting ready since I NEVER take the time to do anything to my hair =P

This goes out to those who each have a special place in my heart. Thanks so much for everything, I can't thank you guys enough and I love you guys with everything I am. How lucky I am to be; In Good Company.

Jo. Moi. Leiz. C Breezy(Cousin). PMarrie. Stace

The two people you NEVER want to argue with. My rocks Leiz & Jo

Sisters

PCD - Pussycat Dolls hahaha

With my rock solids

Groupie Love <3
Candid Babyy

Beautiful Lady Friends <3Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same. I am forever thankful <3

Inspired by JLO at the 2011 Grammys

2011-02-20T23:22:00.000-08:00

Hey my lovelies =]

I'm excited to share the first of many celebrity inspired looks to come. No idea why I haven't really been a fan of doing them before but let me know what you guys think! I chose this look because i thought it would be a more wearable look for my viewers.

Products Used in this Tutorial:

Face:
MAC Pro Long Wear Concealor - NW30
MAC Studio Fix Fluid - NC40
Revlon Photo Ready Powder Foundation - Light/Medium
Eyebrows - MAC Charcoal Brown
Cheeks - MAC Mineralize Skinfinish - Gold Deposit
Lips - NYX Gloss - Mauve

Eyes:
MAC Paint Pot - Constructivist
MAC e/s Woodwinked
Urban Decay e/s Roach
MAC Pigment - Naked (Highlight)
MAC e/s - Carbon & Deep Devotion
MAC Fluidliner - Blacktrack
Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner - Zero
Maybelline XXL Mascara - Very Black

Hope you guys love this one =] Let me know if you want to see more Celebrity Inspired Tutorials!

Love,
Msdebramaye

FOTD - My Everyday Babaayy

2011-01-10T19:37:00.000-08:00

Nothing too crazy, its just my everyday baby! Okay, maybe a lot more dramatic than my everyday face, real talk.

So, this look WAS supposed to be a tutorial, but I'm pretty choked that my Power Director is being such a piece right now. I had v7 but all the videos were running so slow I couldn't even edit it. So I spend time downloading the v9, the latest version and SAME THING! boo. Gotta find me a decent/easy video editing program asap. For now, take this as a temporary gesture of my efforts.

BTW. Day 10 not smoking a cigarette! Yes, I know 95%+ of you didn't even know that I smoked, it was nothing I was ever proud of but I'm glad to be able to kick the habit! Definitely not leading by example but for those of my followers who ARE smokers, here's to proving that you CAN quit and that it's not too late!

Hope you guys enjoy this look, until next time! <3

Products Used:

FACE
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
L'Oreal's Magic Perfect Base as my Primer in the T-Zone
MAC - Pro Longwear Concealer - NW30
Revlon's Photo Ready Liquid Foundation - 008 Golden Beige
MAC Studio Fix Powder - NC40
Contour - Stila's Bronzer in Shade 02
NARS Orgasm above the apples of your cheeks

EYES
Urban Decay Primer Potion
MAC Ricepaper as a highlight and overall lid wash
MAC Gesso as an inner corner highlight
MAC Glamour Check! on Outer V
MAC Carbon on Outer Edge
MAC Satin Taupe to blend the middle of the crease
MAC Fluid Line in Black Track
Ardell Wispies
Planter's PowerLASH Mascara
Stila's Kajal Eyeliner in Black for outer half of the lower lash line.

(Ugh. Totally didn't mean to use all MAC products.. next time i'll change it up!)

LIPS
Bourjois Effet 3D MAX - #63

Love, Msdebramaye

Back To Reality

2011-01-08T11:19:00.000-08:00

Hey Lovelies!

First off, Happy New Year to all of you and your loves! 2010 has proven to be one of the most challenging years of my life, I have definitely changed for the better through the experiences and lessons I have learned. I must apologize that I have been MIA this past month, I spent my holidays in California and I really just wanted to focus my time on rejuvenating and relaxing.

I have been back home for a few days now and I didnt waste a minute getting back to my regular regime. Its a lazy Saturday today so I thought I would spend most of the day updating my blog and posting some videos.

I had the best time of my life in California, and this past trip has really changed the way I foresee my future. I have made new friends, spent time with my amazing families, and most importantly, spent everyday with the man of my dreams. Yes, I am now in a long distance relationship, for now until I move =] I have always been planning on moving to California, but my move has more purpose now!

If you follow me on Twitter you may have seen glimpses of my Cali trip, as I mostly update my facebook and twitter. If you didnt know already, I also started a Facebook Page for my Youtube, show me some love! Search Msdebramaye =]

Anyway, I won't keep this long. 2011 is going to be the most amazing year, and it can only get better from here. I am planning to move to California by next year, so this is going to be quite a hectic year for me trying to save up and planning everything.

Thank you all for your continuous love, it means the world to me =] Cheers to a beautiful and successful 2011!

PS. Does anyone even check out BlogTV anymore?? I miss it !!

Love,
Msdebramaye

Perfect Imperfections

2010-12-04T09:55:00.000-08:00

Hey Lovelies & Gents (Yes i know there are a few of you who watch!)

I basically wanted to add to my most recent video. First of all, I can't thank you all enough for your kind words. The whole point of this tag was to express things that we liked/didn't like about ourselves but to prove that we also are CONFIDENT WOMEN! Everyone will always say "I wish i was this, i wish i looked like that" but God made you who you are, so accept it and strut your stuff ladies! There is nothing more attractive to a man, than a confident woman. A woman who takes pride in herself definitely shows.

Don't get me wrong, there are more things I do like about myself, its just hard to express on camera when you're put on the spot. Regarding the things that I mentioned I didn't like, everyone will always have SOMETHING. That's the beauty of this tag! I wanted to respond to some of your comments though, on a more straight forward level!

For those of you who commented about my crooked pinkies..
HELLO! Are you SERIOUS!? I have NEVER seen anyone else with them! Even girls on Youtube! Do you realize how much better you guys made me feel? I mean, don't get me wrong I completely embrace it, it's unique and its me! But this was something that always stood out and something I was always conscience about growing up. "Why me?" and all that jazz.. Thank you guys for expressing that to me though, I have never been ashamed of it especially because my Grandpa on my dad's side (whom I never got to meet, unfortunately) started this with all my aunts/uncles. It's great to know that SO MANY others share this trait of mine! I had NO IDEA!

For those who said "OMG you should like more things about yourself!"
Like I said, i simply couldn't just mention everything on the spot! BUT! I will take this opportunity to express other things that I do like about myself, which some of you were so kind enough to remind me of!

MY VOICE! - I'm not by any means saying that I'm the best singer in the world, but the fact that I can express my feelings and love for music through my voice is quite a blessing! Choir is my life, I love singing and being able to share my talent with all of you just blows my mind! Thank you to those who have told me how much they enjoy listening to me sing, it truly is such an inspiration!

MY CHEST, Yes.. my chest. - This would only be expressed through my blog anyway but i'm a happy 34D - DD. Again, not trying to offend anyone but this is a trait of mine that really does make me feel confident. I'm a very conservative, simple, outgoing girl. I'm always cautious about my cleavage hanging out, I never want to show too much. Especially at work, and well, around my mother. hahaha "DEBBIE POOL YOUR SHIERT APP!" YEP! I come from a very conservative family but this is something I like having too =]

My CURVES - All the power to Beyonce and Kim Kardashian! I completely embrace my curves! I happily sit at 125-130 lbs. I've always fluctuated at that weight range, I will always wish I weighed 10-15 lbs lighter, but the fact is baby, I got hips! I got thighs! I got a decent bust! It really makes me feel more confident when these celebs always mention how much they love their curves, so i'm saying it to all of you guys too! I like the fact that I am proportional =]

Everyone should be confident in who they are, and everyone should be happy with their looks. No one is perfect, so when I read tons of your comments saying how perfect my face is and what not, i'm truly flattered but it's just that. I want everyone to feel good about themselves and I'm so happy and lucky to be a part of the YouTube Beauty Guru Community!

Ladies, okay and the few gents, remember you are beautiful...

Just the way you are..