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Keeping Up With K 's First Giveaway!

2/8/2016

I'm excited to announce that my blog has surpassed 50,000 views. To show my appreciation I've decided to do my very first giveaway which is a $50 gift card to one of my favorite stores. . .Sephora! The winner will be chosen randomly and the rules to enter are simple:

1. Follow the blog's IG @keepingupwithk_______

2. Post the blog on your IG (MAKE SURE YOU TAG IT!)

3. Visit the blog and comment on at least one of your favorite posts

That's it! You MUST complete all the steps to be considered and you can post and comment more than once to increase your chances of winning. Contest will end on February 29th and the winner will be announced on March 1st. Good luck and thank you for the support!

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Formation x Beyonce

2/8/2016

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Not only did Bey slayyyyyy in this video, she empowered us all and made me proud to be a Black Queen! She told us that she likes her baby's hair just the way it is, she shouted out big beautiful black noses, Red Lobster, and she keeps hot sauce in her purse. She let ya'll know that she is not here for that illuminati mess because she is an incredibly hard-working, talented Black woman who stacks her own paper and that's why she's successful. And last but not least she encourages black women to do the same and most importantly love ourselves. So take notes and slay like Bey!

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Menstrual Cups

2/8/2016

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This is something I've known about for a few years now. If you're not familiar with menstrual cups, they are flexible cups made of rubber or silicone inserted into the vagina to collect menstrual blood rather than absorb like tampons and pads. They are reusable and can be worn for up to 12 hours. Menstrual cups are also more cost effective than tampons and pads because they are reusable, they benefit vaginal pH by allowing helpful bacteria and fluids to remain in the vagina rather than absorbing everything like tampons do, they allow more time than tampons between changing (up to 12 hours), they are just as easy to use as tampons, and you can even have sex with your cup inserted (personal preference). If you're thinking about trying menstrual cups, make sure you do your research on the particular brand you plan to use. If you already use menstrual cups please comment below or email me personally to let me know what you think of them. Also, check out Diva Cups which is a popular brand of menstrual cups to purchase or get more information.

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Detox Balls

2/8/2016

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When my best friend mentioned detox balls to me a couple weeks ago, I was shocked and honestly creeped out. I had never heard of them before so I decided to do a little research. For those of you who have no clue what I'm talking about, detox balls are small, herb-filled balls desgined to cleanse the womb and return your nether region to a balance state *rolls eyes* They also claim to fight bacterial vaginosis, foul odor, yeast infection, endometriosis, and fibroids. Some even claim that makes your kitty tighter "by tightening the womb so the vaginal canal will shrink" *rolls eyes again* You insert the ball, leave it in for one day, and then remove it. This sounds weird enough that I personally would never try it, ever! But what I found out next sealed the deal. Of course, these things are said to be unnecessary and potentially dangerous. It could even cause Toxic Shock Syndrome. As I have always been told and believe, if you are healthy your kitty is supposed to clean and balance itself. THE END. I am also not interested in sticking and leaving anything up there for too long. No shade to anyone who uses detox balls because they probably work for you and your womb. But once again they are not something I would try. If you're thinking about trying them, make sure you do your research to find out what works best for you and your body.

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Funfetti Sugar Cookie Nachos

2/8/2016

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Ingredients:

1 roll pre-made sugar cookie dough, chilled
1 cup nonpareil sprinkles
3 tablespoons flour for rolling
1 tub pre-made vanilla frosting

Directions:
1. Roll out dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle.

2. Cover dough with nonpareils and roll out one more time to set the sprinkles.

3. Trim the rigid edges of the dough to make a perfect rectangle and then cut cookies into triangles.

4. Line a baking sheet with tin foil and long tinfoil rods (the rods will create the chip-like shape of the nachos) and bake in the oven at 375°F for 7-10 minutes.

5. Serve with frosting and impress the shit out of your friends.

-via Spoon University

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Mini Tropical Patron Margaritas

2/8/2016

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Because. . .alcohol. . .

Baby Blue:
Mini Patron Tequila Bottle
1/2 oz (15ml) Blue Curacao
1/2 oz (15ml) Lime Juice
1 oz (30ml) Sour mIx

Pink Margarita:
Mini Patron Tequila Bottle
1/2 oz (15ml) Triple Sec
1/2 oz (15ml) Lime Juice
1/2 oz (15ml) Grenadine
1 1/2 oz (45ml) Pink Lemonade

Orange Margarita:
Mini Patron Tequila Bottle
1/2 oz (15ml) Triple Sec
1/2 oz (15ml) Lime Juice
1/2 oz (15ml) Sweet Sour
1 oz (30ml) Orange Juice
1/2 oz (15ml) Simple Syrup

-via Tipsy Bartender

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Nubian Skin

2/8/2016

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Founded by Ade Hassan, Nubian Skin is a brand of skin-tone lingerie and hosiery made especially for women of color. I know many of my Black queens can agree that when it comes to nude bras, pantyhose, etc. it's hard for us to find one that matches perfectly with our skin tone. Nubian Skin can be purchased online and even at Nordstrom. Check out their website and blog at www.nubianskin.com

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