Books I've Read This Year
Books I've Read This Year
(as of Oct 19, 2023)
Atomic Habits by James Clear- https://amzn.to/3M7Wf9v
Finding Me by Viola Davis - https://amzn.to/3FmAJds
Spare by Prince Harry - https://amzn.to/45D2aKP
The Office BFFs by Jenna Fisher and Angela Kinsey - https://amzn.to/3tEnjad
I'm Glad My Mom Died By Jennette McCurdy - https://amzn.to/401WzfO
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3QnM6rL
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/46HmRXh
An Offer From A Gentleman by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/46DTmpa
Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3Fq1e1O
To Sir Phillip, With Love by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3s2eLcH
When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3Ma2yJX
It's In His Kiss by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3FqSubM
On The Way To The Wedding by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/46ClHwg
Happily Ever After by Julia Quinn - https://amzn.to/3S6t3Ur
Queen Charlotte (Currently Reading) by Julia Quinn and Shondra Rhimes - https://amzn.to/3tF7Uq3
The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang - https://amzn.to/3S7ucej
It’s my birthday month
Here are my goals
Pray Daily
Meditate Daily
Workout 3x a week
31 pieces of content
15 new photos
Find a new job
Here’s what I’m listening to
Apple Music: https://apple.co/3JFmSRX
Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3NTGWmj
How to Restore Your Wigs with a Bleach Bath
Hello, My Beautiful People!
Happy 2022.
Do you have a well-loved wig? Is your wig getting tangled, matted, and dull? Well, love, I'm here to help.
Whenever my wigs or extensions get dull, matted, or tangled, I give them a bleach bath to restore and detangle them.
Some important information to know before starting this process.
Clean your sink and ALL items between EVERY Step.
I have only tried this on human hair.
What's Needed:
Water
1/4 Cup of bleach
3/4 cup of ammonia
shampoo
conditioner
a comb
a towel
bowl
plastic or glass measuring cup
plastic bag
gloves
Step 1.
Get your wig. Comb and detangle as much as possible before starting.
Step 2.
You need 16 cups of water (as warm/hot as you can handle).
Step 3.
You need 1/4 cup of bleach.
Step 4.
Dip your wig or weave in the mixture and comb in-between dips from the ends to the roots. (if your wig has color on it, the bleach will remove some of it.)
Step 5
Rinse the hair very well for about 5 minutes. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.
Step 6
Clean out the sink and fill it with shampoo ( I suggest a neutralizing shampoo)
Step 7
Twelve cups (as hot as you can handle) of water and add 3/4 of a cup of ammonia (Use gloves)
Step 8
Rinse the hair for 5 minutes
Step 9
Clean out the sink and fill it with shampoo ( I suggest a neutralizing shampoo)
Step 10
Deep Condition your extensions or wig for at least 5 minutes. (Make sure there are no metal pieces if you decide to go the microwave deep condition route.) If you choose to boil to hair with the deep conditioner, you can leave any metal pieces.
Step 11
Let it cool before rinsing.
Step 12
Let it air dry or style as normal.
Watch me go through the process.
Gift Guide 2021
Need Gift Ideas? Yes. Okay, I got you! I did the searching, so you don't have to.
*updated daily until Christmas. Check back for more
Pre- Christmas gifts:
LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 75307 Building Toy for Kids (335 Pieces)- https://www.walmart.com/ip/752556939
L.O.L. Surprise Amazing Surprise -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/259134740
Under $25:
Disney Mickey Mouse 2pc Auto Coaster- https://amzn.to/3kcVGNW
VAGA Cute Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/2ZXrG1k
Glow in The Dark Stars Stickers for Ceiling-https://amzn.to/3wutoTV
Hasbro Gaming Sorry!-https://amzn.to/3EIWTEu
Trouble Board Game- https://amzn.to/3q91lZ8
Barbie Career of The Year Music Producer Doll- https://amzn.to/3bOFSfE
Coconut Whip Cream Leave in Conditioner- https://amzn.to/3kyax5R
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
The Bad Guys #1 - https://amzn.to/3EWgP6V
For Him:
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
For Her:
Coconut Whip Cream Leave in Conditioner- https://amzn.to/3kyax5R
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Womens Turtleneck Oversized Sweaters - https://amzn.to/2YlQtvl
Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/3woHl5L
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
For Mom:
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Sauteuse Oven- https://amzn.to/3GQQs3Y
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Womens Turtleneck Oversized Sweaters - https://amzn.to/2YlQtvl
Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/3woHl5L
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
For Dad:
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Sauteuse Oven- https://amzn.to/3GQQs3Y
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
For Kids:
Glow in The Dark Stars Stickers for Ceiling-https://amzn.to/3wutoTV
Barbie Career of The Year Music Producer Doll- https://amzn.to/3bOFSfE
Hasbro Gaming Sorry!-https://amzn.to/3EIWTEu
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/3woHl5L
The Bad Guys #1 - https://amzn.to/3EWgP6V
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
Barbie Estate 3-In-1 Dreamcamper Vehicle Doll Accessories, 60 Pieces -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/566084350
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
i found toy story 4™ remote control buzz lightyear™ for $5.00 on Five Below! check it out -> https://www.fivebelow.com/products/toy-story-4-remote-control-buzz-lightyear
LEDeez LED Light Kit 3 Pack: Includes 2 - 8ft Color Changing LED Light Strips with remote, 1 Color Changing LED Light Bulb with remote, and 2 - 6ft LED String Lights -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/429032766
LEGO Classic Bricks and Animals 11011 Building Set (1,500 Pieces)
https://www.walmart.com/ip/708206775
Little Live Pets - Sparkle Pets Boutique | Interactive Toy Pets Including a Light Up Bird, Fish in Tank, Mum & Baby Turtles. For Kids Ages 4+
https://www.walmart.com/ip/934955207
For Teen Girls:
VAGA Cute Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/2ZXrG1k
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Womens Turtleneck Oversized Sweaters - https://amzn.to/2YlQtvl
Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/3woHl5L
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
HP Chromebook x360 14" Touchscreen Laptop, Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB HD, Chrome OS, Forest Teal/Light Teal, 14a-ca0190wm
https://www.walmart.com/ip/344923046
The Singing Machine Shine Voice SML2350 Karaoke Machine with Voice Assistant
https://www.walmart.com/ip/768982363
For Teen Boys:
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
HP Chromebook x360 14" Touchscreen Laptop, Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB HD, Chrome OS, Forest Teal/Light Teal, 14a-ca0190wm
https://www.walmart.com/ip/344923046
The Singing Machine Shine Voice SML2350 Karaoke Machine with Voice Assistant
https://www.walmart.com/ip/768982363
For Babies:
Custom Baby Items - https://etsy.me/3zPmyZT (This is my sister’s shop)
Teething Toy-https://amzn.to/3C9ijJn\
PonyCycle Authentic Ride on Horse Kids Ride on Toys - https://amzn.to/3CXmARd
Fisher-Price Rock-a-Stack and Baby's First Blocks Bundle - https://amzn.to/3o81iKl
My Little North Star Stacking Cups - https://amzn.to/3EVjWfl
For the Adults:
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
Foot Scrubber- https://amzn.to/3kiW1ys
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
The Singing Machine Shine Voice SML2350 Karaoke Machine with Voice Assistant
https://www.walmart.com/ip/768982363
For the Fam:
Not Parent Approved: A Fun Card Game and Gift for Kids 8-12, Tweens, Teens, Families and Mischief Makers – The Original, Hilarious Family Party Game - https://amzn.to/31EBL43
Hasbro Gaming Sorry!-https://amzn.to/3EIWTEu
Monopoly Game: Target Edition-Buy Here
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
The Singing Machine Shine Voice SML2350 Karaoke Machine with Voice Assistant
https://www.walmart.com/ip/768982363
For the Beauty Lover:
For the Hair Lover:
Coconut Whip Cream Leave in Conditioner- https://amzn.to/3kyax5R
Scrunchies For Hair- https://amzn.to/3woHl5L
Fashion Lovers:
New Car, Who Dis:
Disney Mickey Mouse 2pc Auto Coaster- https://amzn.to/3kcVGNW
Disney Minnie Dots Foil Accordian Sunshade- https://amzn.to/3CSQ16V
Book Lover:
The Foodie:
Electric Kettle-https://amzn.to/3bPezSw
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Sauteuse Oven- https://amzn.to/3GQQs3Y
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug-https://amzn.to/2ZZpR3E
20 Piece Titanium Gold Plated Stainless Steel Flatware Set - https://amzn.to/3kdLO6i
Meat Thermometer-https://amzn.to/3bPGnG8
GOOD ALWAYS Ceramic Coffee Mug- https://amzn.to/3bOSUcY
Reliving the early 2000s fashion:
Gaming Lovers:
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
Madden 22 - https://www.target.com/p/madden-nfl-22-xbox-one-series-x/-/A-83744898
Music Lovers:
Record Player Bluetooth Vinyl Record Player- https://amzn.to/3woSHGM
Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation) -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/604342441
Tech Lovers:
Echo Dot (4th Gen) - https://amzn.to/3wmTiZG
HomePod Mini- Homepod Mini
Roku Ultra - https://amzn.to/3kimvAk
Razer Book 13 13.4" Full HD Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5 i5-1135G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Mercury -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/403004939
HP Chromebook x360 14" Touchscreen Laptop, Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB HD, Chrome OS, Forest Teal/Light Teal, 14a-ca0190wm
https://www.walmart.com/ip/344923046
Household:
Shark® Cordless Pet Stick Vacuum WZ140 -
https://www.walmart.com/ip/936481722
Here is the link to the complete Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/1Tjyua9
IT’S PRIME DAY!
It's Prime Day! YAY!
Since you are already shopping, I'm going to add some of my favorites and some of the things I'm buying for prime day. (Check back as I will be updating this all day!)
Amazon favorites of past videos:
Hair Care:
Aphogee Serious Hair Care Double Bundle (Balancing Moisturizer and Two-step Protein Treatment.-https://amzn.to/35ZkAYN
ApHogee Keratin and Green Tea Restructurizer 8 fl. oz - https://amzn.to/2y04p13
https://amzn.to/3hD0vNH - Profectiv Growth Renew Root Rebound Deep Conditioner, 15 Ounce
Three Tone Color Video:
Annie hair color brush- https://amzn.to/2LMNGla
Colortrak Stackable Double Color Bowl (Pack of 4) - https://amzn.to/3egQm6T
Clairol Professional Pure White 10 Gentle Lift Creme Developer, 16 oz - https://amzn.to/3g73BIX
Adore Semi-Permanent Haircolor #048 Honey Brown 4 Ounce (118ml) - https://amzn.to/2LQRKAB
Garnier Olia Ammonia-Free Brilliant Color Oil-Rich Permanent Hair Color, 4.60 Dark Intense Auburn (Pack of 2) Red Hair Dye - https://amzn.to/3e7n3Dk
Diane Large butterfly clamps, black and white, 12 pack, D13 - https://amzn.to/3gcATGK
Clairol Bw2 Powder Lightener, 8 Ounce - https://amzn.to/2Tp7lff
Clairol Pure White 40 Creme Developer Maximum Lift 16oz, -https://amzn.to/3gb7OuW
Ardell Red Gold Color Corrector Plus Hair Color Corrector 7ml/0.25oz https://amzn.to/3dYIh6q
Auburn and strawberry blonde
Diane Large butterfly clamps, black and white, 12 pack, D13 - https://amzn.to/3gcATGK
Clairol Bw2 Powder Lightener, 8 Ounce - https://amzn.to/2Tp7lff
Clairol Pure White 40 Creme Developer Maximum Lift 16oz, -https://amzn.to/3gb7OuW
Ardell Red Gold Color Corrector Plus Hair Color Corrector 7ml/0.25oz https://amzn.to/3dYIh6q
Annie hair color brush- https://amzn.to/2LMNGla
Colortrak Stackable Double Color Bowl (Pack of 4) - https://amzn.to/3egQm6T
#57 Dark Brown Bigen Permanent Powder - 3 Pack - https://amzn.to/2LWIACN
Garnier Olia Light Intense Auburn - https://amzn.to/3giOD2D
Diane Large butterfly clamps, black and white, 12 pack, D13 - https://amzn.to/3gcATGK
Wet Wrap:
Not Your Mother's Whip It Up Cream Styling Mousse- https://amzn.to/37d73xp
Diane Extra Wide Tooth Shampoo Comb - https://amzn.to/3h25Qhb
Luxxii (4 Pack) 9.25" Sturdy Rat Tail Comb Fine-tooth Hair Comb with Thin and Long Handle (Black and Brown)- https://amzn.to/2MIGuqK
SANEK Neck Strips, 60 Count (Pack of 2)- https://amzn.to/3cN2cEt
Sounds:
https://amzn.to/2YPnMDb - USB Podcast Condenser Microphone
Relaxer Video:
ORS Olive Oil Strengthen & Nourish Replenishing Conditioner - https://amzn.to/2NQwlbR
ORS Olive Oil Built-In Protection Full Application No-Lye Hair Relaxer - Normal - https://amzn.to/31E7KPG
Aphogee Keratin Reconstructor, 8 Ounce - https://amzn.to/2YUgoHZ
Diane Large butterfly clamps, black and white, 12 pack, D13 - https://amzn.to/3gcATGK
Annie hair color brush- https://amzn.to/2LMNGla
Texlax Wash Day:
Aphogee Serious Hair Care Double Bundle (Balancing Moisturizer and Two-step Protein Treatment.-https://amzn.to/35ZkAYN
Aphogee Deep Moisture Shampoo, 16 Ounce - https://amzn.to/2O0mSyR
Via Natural Semi-Permanent Hair Color 4 Oz 126. Blue Black - https://amzn.to/2OemDAx
Bigen Semi-Permanent Hair Color Blue Black, 3 Oz. - https://amzn.to/2Z55Wxu
Carol's Daughter Sacred Tiare Leave-In Conditioner, 8 fl oz (Packaging May Vary) - https://amzn.to/2BIkvy0
ORS Olive Oil Heat Protection Hair Serum - https://amzn.to/2VSbE3P
TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray - https://amzn.to/2Z3HoVt
Straight Silk Spray with Moroccan Argan Oil | Hair Straightening Protector & Detangler | Alcohol-Free | Heat Protectant up to 450°F | Flat-Iron | Blow-Dry | Unscented | Hair Spray | MADE IN USA (6oz) - https://amzn.to/2BIl22Y
Braided Bow Buns:
Eco Styler Professional Styling Gel Krystal
https://amzn.to/3nrfTiU
Luster's Pink Glosser with Shea Butter - https://amzn.to/2GDWRFk
What I got for Christmas:
LED Smart Lights: https://amzn.to/3sicBki
Pointed Plain Ballet Comfort Soft Slip On Flats: https://amzn.to/2M63AKx
White Bedding Sheet Set: http://bit.ly/38YksvK
Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook: https://amzn.to/3iovNsp
Speck Gemshell iPhone 11 Pro Case, Clear/Clear: https://amzn.to/2LCyxGJ
Popl: popl.co Referral Code (ASHLEYDOMINIQUE)
Popsockets: Popsockets.com
ATMOKO 5 in 1 Curling wand set: https://amzn.to/2KvmqdS
The Black Paper Journal:https://amzn.to/3sIDDls
I’ll ask about the necklace.
Wrap Around Straight Ponytail Extension: https://amzn.to/2XTFcib
Xcentz iPhone Charger 10ft: https://amzn.to/2LRwVbU
Black Like Me: https://amzn.to/2XVKppB
Year of Yes: https://amzn.to/3o12oFQ
A Promised Land: https://amzn.to/3irmrMu
Dreams from My Father: https://amzn.to/38XAK8b
Westcott Heavy Duty Carbo Titanium 8” Straight Scissors: https://amzn.to/3o6ZTlu
3 Pack Tea Tree Foot Peel Mask: https://amzn.to/3bW0aoA
Hair Cutting Shears: https://amzn.to/2LMX8Zj
Hair Cutting Shears (2): https://amzn.to/3qtxV4S
Zulay Original Milk Frother Handheld Foam Maker for Lattes: https://amzn.to/3iv2Mey
Ab Gel Gel Nail Polish Starter Kit with UV light: https://amzn.to/35RUg4f
MAYCHAO Polygel Nail Kit: https://amzn.to/3qDSls6
ROSKIKI Womens 2 Piece Lounge Set: https://amzn.to/3sFJIPg
The Bund Women's Pure Colour Short Satin Kimono Robes with Oblique V-Neck: https://amzn.to/2NoVoGh
LGHS: BOX BRAIDS
Aunt Jackie's Quench Moisture Intensive Leave-In Conditioner 8 Oz.
Continuous Water Mister Spray - https://amzn.to/3werK7p
Parting Comb for Braids- https://amzn.to/3hxiqYu
1000 Mini Rubber Bands Soft Elastic Bands for Kid Hair -https://amzn.to/3eRMkor
Elastic Bands for Kid Hair Braids Hair (Clear)- https://amzn.to/33KXVPU
Eco Style Gold-https://amzn.to/3wc7i7u
Plastic Beads 10x12 mm for Braid Hair for Girls- https://amzn.to/3fm2Z2C
Kids Favorites
Books
President of the Whole Fifth Grade (President Series, 1)- https://amzn.to/3gM1AnD
President of the Whole Sixth Grade (President Series, 2)- https://amzn.to/3qjQzND
President of the Whole Sixth Grade: Girl Code (President Series, 3) - https://amzn.to/3zNUI0H
KULARIWORLD Bubble Machine for Kids Toddlers Handheld Dinosaur Bubbles Blower Maker for Outdoor Party Toys for Kids Boys Girls (Solution Included) - KULARIWORLD Bubble Machine for Kids Toddlers Handheld Dinosaur Bubbles Blower Maker for Outdoor Party Toys for Kids Boys Girls (Solution Included) - https://amzn.to/3vPKvgQ
* I will receive a small percentage of any purchase through these links
30 before 30
Since turning the humble age of 25, I've been looking forward to turning 30. Why? I don't know; 30 always seemed like I would finally feel grown and everything would fall into place more. I hope this is the case. I decided to make a 30 before 30 list. We are in the middle of a pandemic! So, I had to think about it a little differently, just a little. I'm not a big fan of traveling, so there will be absolutely no trips anywhere even if we weren't in the middle of a fricking pandemic. I need to get out of my comfort zone. Some events (that would have normally happened with others, or in the world) will now have to happen in my house with members of my household. July 31st, here we come! Let's go!
Also, I will update you as I complete these tasks!
- Run a mile (In progress)
- Make 5 Tik Toks
- Eat a fancy brunch
- Draw more
- Do a 90's Photoshoot
- Grow my Instagram following by 3 times its amount.
- Have a Spa Day
- Increase my income
- Read 12 new books (in progress)
So far I’ve read:
Relationship Goal by Michael Todd
Failing Up by Leslie Odom Jr.
the Misadventures of AWKWARD BLACK GIRL by Issa Rae
Hamilton: The Revolution By Lin-Manuel Miranda
Why not me? By Mindy Kaling
Is everyone hanging out without me? By Mindy Kaling
- Start a hair blog and a real website. ( You are on my REAL website!) (Finished May 2021)
- Do a photoshoot
- Learn a new language (In progress)
- Learn hand lettering (In Progress)
- Take a photography course
- Learn to budget better
- Write a letter to my future self.
- Make a list of things I did in my 20s.
- Land a sponsorship.
- Print my favorite Instagram pictures. (Finished June 21, 2021)
- Buy new bedding ( Finished June 2021)
- Gain 1,000 subscribers on my main YouTube Channel.
As of May 6, 2021, I have 433 subscribe
As of June 30, 2021, I have 438 subscribe
- Try more vegan meals
- Learn to play piano and read music.
- Improve my handwriting
- Get a new wardrobe
- Make new recipes
- Complete a 30-day sugar detox (Finished on March 30, 2021) I wanted Cheesecake and chocolate the whole time, but I made it!
-Have an MCU movie marathon (In chronological order) (Finished)
- Dye my hair and, or wig.
- Complete 12 DIY Projects (In progress)
Sprayed my beauty buckets gold
Bed Tray
Question to self: What are you waiting for?!