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    DIY nail art using koki pens

    June 21, 2025 /

    Thats right. I said koki pens. Firstly, do people still use the word “koki”? Coz suddenly I am feeling a bit outdated. Secondly, yes, you can use your average fibre tip permanent marker to bedeck your nails! Let me show you how in this very easy leopard print accent nail tutorial.

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    My week in pics: micro fashion, bridesmaid dresses and nail art

    February 19, 2025 /

    This week feels like someone literally took a drive down to a garbage dump, chose a few items, wrapped it up and wrote “Luchae’s week” on it. But then I check out my week in pics and realize that I am being an Aunty Moana – I am blessed, God is good and I have so much to be thankful for!

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    Love on my nails!

    February 15, 2025 /

    What do you get when you pair up a sleeping toddler, an early evening and new episodes of The Voice? Well where I’m from it spells: Time to put some love on my nails! Since my Curly was sleeping and I had 2 whole episodes of singing to savor, I thought hey, why not maximise your time and do something with lots of colors. (Yes, I realize that my “lots of colors”, in this situation, is just 3 colors. Don’t judge my spreadsheet brain, okay?) Anyways, so I pulled out some of my favorite Sinful Colors polishes. See exhibit A: I started off with my gel look base coat because I…

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    Nail art stencils – An easy way to look as if you’re very clever {NailLinkUp}

    January 11, 2025 /

    How random is my post title? Well that’s how I feel this morning. Random. But anyways, I’m here to talk about nails. Actually, nail art stencils, to be more specific.

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    NAILLINKUPSA – New Years Eve

    December 31, 2025 /

    Today’s nails are the final prompt of the Nail Link Up SA challenge. This weeks theme is aptly named New Years Eve and I was going to go with glitterati galore but I thought “nah”. Literally. That’s all I thought. No clever explanation. I decided to follow my heart (as one does with this kind of thing 😉 and use my new Sinful Colors polishes (Christmas gift from my sister). One is a lovely dark brown polish called Nirvana and the other a pretty turquoisey green called Mint Apple. I really love this teal polish. It has a bit of a shimmer and it goes on so nicely! Here’s a…

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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄 (He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) (I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble) #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #wife4life
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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄 (He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) (I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble) #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #wife4life
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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭 Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅 Some deets about these dolls: Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation! Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look. Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢 Collab @Barbie @brandalleypr #BarbieSA #BarbieColorReveal #BarbieColorRevealMermaid #BarbieChelseaColorReveal #BarbieChelseaColorRevealMermaid #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭 Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅 Some deets about these dolls: Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation! Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look. Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢 Collab @Barbie @brandalleypr #BarbieSA #BarbieColorReveal #BarbieColorRevealMermaid #BarbieChelseaColorReveal #BarbieChelseaColorRevealMermaid #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing? Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother! The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process. One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too. But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe. So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)? For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas. Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah? Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing? Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother! The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process. One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too. But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe. So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)? For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas. Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah? Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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Are you ditching the mask? #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago! If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago! If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. (Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂) Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. (Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂) Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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