Author: lavagal

Hawaii Kai wife and mom. Melanoma Stage 3a Cancer survivor. English Language Arts teacher, English Learners Coordinator, and Paraprofessional Tutor. Super sub teacher. Dormant triathlete. Road cyclist and Masters swimmer. Gardener. Mrs. Fixit. Random dancer. Music Curator. A teenager trapped in an aging body. Did you know 60 is the new 40? It is.

Wearing makeup


I remember being a tween and eager to try makeup. It was the Age of Aquarius and I admired the beautiful hippy chicks and flower children with their daisy chains, Love’s Fresh Lemon cologne mist, white lipstick and eyeshadow in various shades of blue. Most girls experiment with makeup. After a while I gave it… Continue reading Wearing makeup