by Shayskiij
note2self: adorn your life.
identity • pleasure • beauty • healing
romanticizing the ordinary through intentional living.
↓ adornment for the becoming
Faith and self belief are powerful tools in the healing process. By choosing ourselves, nurturing our spirit, and protecting our peace, we can begin to transform our minds and find true renewal.
Dim lighting. Strong cocktails. A live band playing while you sip your drink and watch the room glow like honey. That’s the energy I stepped into when I discovered The Butterscotch Den tucked inside Oak Park Sacramento. What I thought was just a casual night out turned into one of the most unique nightlife experiences…
So boom. I did something dramatic but also extremely calm. I picked up a Tracfone BLU Flex and felt my brain exhale like it had been holding its breath since 2010. Also the way I even got it feels very on brand for this era of my life. I literally Instacarted it like groceries and…
Found a $75 LED Mask for $16 at DD’s and It’s Actually Changing My Skin Listen. You know I love luxury. But I love a STEAL even more. So imagine me casually walking through DD’s Discounts not even looking for skincare and boom. Sitting there like it was waiting on me. An LED Therapy Mask.…
Keep readingEscape to Honey and The Trapcat, where dimlit ambiance and vintage flair create an intimate oasis in Old Sacramento. Savor expertly balanced cocktails and satisfying bites as you unwind in a setting that feels both timeless and trendy.
Keep readingLet’s talk glow up on a budget because being glammed shouldn’t break the bank. Whether you’re heading to brunch, a date night, or just want to feel good, the Paris Hilton “Dreamy Daze” 39-Piece Face & Eye Palette is an affordable, underrated gem that deserves a front row spot in your makeup stash. As a…
Keep readingThere are moments that never leave you. They don’t fade. They don’t dull. They just bury themselves in the bones of who you are and whisper from the marrow, “Remember me.” I’m not writing this for sympathy. I’m writing this because sometimes the only way to keep breathing is to give the grief somewhere to…
Keep readingLet me tell you something real: life be lifin’. Bills. Bodies aching. People playing in your face. Groceries somehow cost $300 and you still forgot the onions. And don’t even get me started on the “check on your strong friends” phase because baby, I am the strong friend and life gets exhausting. But even here,…
Keep readingI used to write whole paragraphs defending why I felt what I felt. I used to twist my tongue trying to translate my magic to people who had no business interpreting it. I’d second guess my “no,” over explain my joy, soften my edges to make other people comfortable. And then one morning, I woke…
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