Although on Thomas Kinkade's official blog, it is stated the above image is not the "finalized image," I'd venture to assume it's pretty close. I learned not too long ago Sleeping Beauty was rumored to be the next release in Kinkade's "Disney Dreams Collection" on the Disney Princess LiveJournal Community and was, of course, very excited. Thomas Kinkade is one of my favorite painters, and Sleeping Beauty, as most of you already know, is one of my favorite Disney movies.

What do you think of Kinkade's interpretation of Sleeping Beauty? :)

Save the Date!:

The Disney Princess Designer Collection has turned out to be a huge hit - so much so, in fact, that Disney has been coerced into releasing all five remaining dolls from the line on the same day (in stores on October 17th and online on October 18th). As far as I know, it has not been revealed at what time they will be released online.

I was lucky enough to obtain my own Ariel, but I'm really hoping to purchase an Aurora for my collection as well. Something tells me these beautiful dolls may sell out within the first hour or so of being offered online...

Lovely, isn't she?

Also on my wishlist is this adorable Sleeping Beauty-inspired necklace I found on Etsy:

Love it!

I'm sure I'll regret posting this, but right now I just really need to vent. To cut straight to the chase, I am so incredibly sick of men liking me only because of the way that I look. It seems to happen to me way more often than it should, considering the fact that I'm really not that pretty...

I've been feeling so rejected lately because of this that my heart is starting to feel like it's been put through a meat grinder...

This most recent time, I developed feelings for a second-year medical student who, lo and behold, thought I was attractive and worth pursuing for this reason for a short amount of time, but didn't find it worthwhile to actually take the time to get to know me. I finally had to end things with him yesterday because once the draw of my looks wore off, he began treating me with very little respect.

This seems to happen so often that I begin to wonder if my personality just sucks and that's why men seem to lose interest so quickly. Of course, when I'm able to think clearly, I know very well that my personality doesn't suck. I shouldn't have to defend myself (to er, myself), but I know that I'm very sensitive and caring, and every once in a while, even a little bit funny. So, why is it so difficult for me to find someone that will appreciate me for more than the way that I look? Do I just attract men that aren't interested in getting to know the women they pursue, period?

I know this isn't a positive way of thinking, but I can't help but believe that if I just had a good enough personality then the guy would have no choice but to want to continue seeing me. When I think along these lines, of course, I just end up feeling like there's something wrong with me...

It just hurts so bad. I really liked this guy. I wanted him to like me too, but I feel like he didn't even give me a chance...

I would like you...

And you...

And you, please.

I mean really, how flipping gorgeous can you get? These necklaces really make an outift. Too bad they're all between $100 and $300. :(

(All necklaces by Loren Hope Designs.)

Products I Plan on Re-Purchasing:

L'Oréal Paris Lineur Intense Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner in Earthen Rock Brown

$6.50

The felt tip of this eyeliner makes it really easy to apply, and it lasts all day! I usually just use this to fill in any spots that I missed on my upper lash line with my MAC Fluidline Eyeliner Gel in Dipdown.

MAC Eye Shadow in Haux

$15.00

This is my favorite everyday eye shadow color for the crease area above my lids. It's natural looking without being a boring brown color.

Products I'd Like to Try:

Lancôme Hypnôse Mascara in Deep Black

$25.00

Sally Hansen Mega Shine Top Coat

~$5.00

Products I'm Currently Loving:

Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers

$8.00

This is, hands down (ha!), my favorite nail polish color for my fingernails. If you have darker skin, it may be too light, but if you have pale skin like me, it's the perfect neutral pale pink color. I especially love that after only two coats, it looks opaque!

What beauty products are you loving right now? :)

I've been inspired by the thick, sexy layered haircut actress Kathleen Turner sported in the early 1980's. At the length my hair is now, it appears very thin and unhealthy. (It can look passably good, but only after I've spent loads of time teasing and curling it - not something I want to be doing every day.)

It's time for a change, and I have a feeling something a bit shorter will be easier to maintain and will end up looking better too.

My favorite photo of her haircut - I love how bouncy it is!

Super sexy!

What are your thoughts?

P.S. And here's a fun fact for you: Kathleen Turner was the voice of Jessica Rabbit in the movie Roger Rabbit. :)