Arizona and Florida are popular destinations especially during the spring time. And it is easy to see why, warm weather and most importantly Spring Training! Spring Training is every baseball lover's paradise. You get to see the players up close and personal, see the future prospects, get some autographs, and get to enjoy some baseball games.

While it's always fun to hop on a plane and travel to a new or familiar destination, it can have its ups and downs. The worst part of traveling for most people is packing. Sometimes I love it, sometimes I dread it. It all depends on the amount of time away and the size of the suitcase.

Last week, I spent some time in Tempe, Arizona to check out the Angels' spring training camp and even watch a game. I was gone for three days and somehow managed to fit everything (I thought) I needed in my little carry on suitcase. Learn from my mistakes and follow these tips and tricks when it comes to packing for Spring Training.

When it comes to clothing, pack clothes that are light and breezy. Think about how you would dress for a warm summer day. Think of light skirts and shorts, or maybe even jeans. But jeans and leggings are better when it's cooler. Light short sleeved shirts or t-shirts or even tank tops are the best bet for a hot day.

But the first thing you should do before you pack is check the weather before you go! Checking to see what the average temperature will be will make your packing a lot easier and will make it easier to eliminate items you really do not need, like maybe a jacket. Also, don't forget your necessities like underwear and comfortable clothes to sleep in or relax in. Also bring a bathing suit, odds are the place where you are staying will have a pool. Plus nothing is better than taking a dip in the pool on a hot day.

When deciding on what shoes to bring, pack for comfort. Whatever your feet are comfortable in that will be the best bet. Whether they are your favorite pair of sneakers, sandals, or even flats, think about how your feet will feel at the end of the day. Plus remember with the heat, you'll want shoes that will keep your feet nice and cool. You won't need any dress shoes, heels, or wedges unless you're going somewhere fancy or downtown. Everything around the ballparks is pretty casual.

For all your toiletries you'll need the basics: shampoo, conditioner, soap, makeup, lotion, razor, deodorant, perfume/cologne, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush, and anything else you need for daily use. Also a very important note, bring sunblock. Don't be like me and make that rookie mistake the first time you go, I came back as red as a tomato. Also don't stress out if you forget any toiletries, hotels normally offer some complimentary toiletries. And if you're not staying at hotel have no fear, you're not traveling to Mars and you can buy what you need at any nearby pharmacy or store.

A hat, a bag/purse, and a pair of sunglasses is all you'll need for your accessories. A hat will help you stay cool and help shield the sun from your face. The same thing goes with sunglasses, your eyes will be protected from the sun and it will help you see the game better. A purse or bag is nice to have so you can bring snacks, sunblock, your wallet, a camera, a baseball glove, or anything you want signed into the stadium. Also most stadiums allow you to bring one sealed water bottle inside.

Since Spring Training is the best place to get autographs from your favorite players, bring whatever you want to get signed along with some markers or pens! Most players will sign anything like hats, balls, bats, posters, baseball cards, and etc. Others are particular and won't sign some items such as jerseys (cough Michael Nelson Trout cough). Players will sign autographs before they start playing and after they finish playing. A spot by the team's dugout is the best place for autographs.

There you have it! Follow this little guide and it should make packing for Spring Training a little bit easier. What are you waiting for? Get packing already! Happy traveling and happy Spring Training!

Until next time.

When you think of February, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Valentine's Day? Hearts? Love? Pink? Those are all good guesses, but apparently what comes to ipsy's mind during the month of February is Pretty In Pink.

If you do not know what Pretty In Pink is have no fear, it was a cheesy rom-com from 80s. We talked about this movie in my media ethics class. Why? I can't recall, but personally I think my professor had some interest in Molly Ringwald.

Don't get me wrong, Pretty In Pink is still kind of relevant, in fact this past February was the 30th anniversary of the movie. Which is why ipsy chose #ipsyPink as the theme for the February glam bag.

Now we all know how I feel about ipsy and its "themes." And my little hopes for this month's theme met my low expectations. Inside the glam bag I received the following products:

• THEORIE Argan Oil Ultimate Reform Hair Serum
• tre'StiQue Baby Blush Stick in Bora Bora Coral
• ModelCo LIP LACQUER Lip Gloss in Morocco
• Ciaté London Olivia Palermo x Ciaté London Paint Pot
• IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye® Anti-Aging Concealer

The THEORIE Argan Oil Ultimate Reform Hair Serum is said to restore moisture and protect your hair from heat styling and environmental stress. The oil smells really nice but with the way the bottle works you could end up using too much at one time, which happened to me. The oil comes gushing out and when you apply too much to your hair it can get sticky. But if it gets sticky, just spread the oil with your fingers or with a brush. After that it will feel good on your hair and soften it up.

Is it just me or do all tre'StiQue products all look like crayons? When I first saw the tre'StiQue Baby Blush Stick in Bora Bora Coral I thought it was going to be a lipstick or liner. But I was surprised to see that it was a blush. Normally, I use powder blushes but this cream blush was surprisingly amazing. The shade I received was indeed Bora Bora Coral and the color was gorgeous. Not too bright and not too light. And the color paired with my complexion perfectly. The blush glides on nicely and blends very well as a subtle rosy cheek.

It had been a while since I received a lip gloss and I was happy about that. But this month my luck ran out. The ModelCo LIP LACQUER Lip Gloss in Morocco is a nice nude color but since it is a gloss you really can't tell what color it is or really appreciate it. This lip gloss is very shiny and sticky. It also tastes pretty bad but it is long lasting. When it comes to this lip gloss less is more and it gets better the longer you wear it.

When it comes to nail polish, I'm still learning. I like to get my nails done rather than do them myself. Slowly but surely, I'm getting better when it comes to doing my own nails. The Ciaté London Olivia Palermo x Ciaté London Paint Pot was probably one of the best nail polishes I have ever used in my whole life. When it comes to my nails, I'm terrible. I can't paint them well enough to save my life. But when I used Ciaté my nails looked normal instead of the usual hot mess when I use a different brand. The shade I received was Hutch - my go to red, a beautiful and bright red. This nail polish applies very easily and very smoothly. I applied two coats to be safe, but after the first coat it looked amazing and bright. The polish dries fast and is very durable. It lasted for a decent amount of time and started to chip several days later.

Lastly but certainly not least, there is the ever popular IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye® Anti-Aging Concealer. I received the shade neutral medium which matched my complexion perfectly. Although this is an under eye concealer, it can also be used to treat lines and wrinkles and also correct redness and blemishes. This concealer can be really heavy and sticky, but it covers up pretty well. Also when it comes to this concealer, less is more, you don't need a lot to cover up or to make it stay on all day.

Just like any other time, the theme and the glam bag are not cohesive. But for this glam bag in particular, it did not matter to me because the quality of the products in this bag were so great. The blush and nail polish were a big hits for me, and the only miss was the lip gloss which really was not that bad. Everything else exceeded my expectations, so I can't complain. Overall I'd give this bag 4/5 stars.

Until next time.

As a beauty junkie, I always look forward to trying new products and brands to see what works and what really does not. A common brand, which I have never tried until now, caught me by surprise. Recently I got to test out three full size products from St. Ives! And this is all thanks to the website Influenster.

If you do not know what Influenster is, it is a website where you review products and can actually test out products for free based on your social media influence. It's a fun place to look for new products and share your experiences.

Back in December I received the St. Ives Holiday Voxbox from Influenster. Inside the box I received three products which include: the Refresh & Revive Pear Nectar & Soy Body Lotion, the Nourished and Smooth Oatmeal Scrub & Mask, and the Even & Bright Pink Lemon & Mandarin Exfoliating Body Wash.

I want to make some things very clear first. I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing and reviewing purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own and have not been swayed because of free merchandise.

With the Refresh & Revive Pear Nectar & Soy Body Lotion, I was not very impressed. It is your standard basic lotion. For me there was no amazing or memorable scent, instead it was quite generic. The lotion itself softens and soothes your skin but it does not last for long, especially if you have dry skin. If you do have dry skin get used to reapplying this lotion very frequently.

The one product that surprised me the most was the Nourished and Smooth Oatmeal Scrub & Mask. I have been searching for a new face mask for the longest time and I think this St. Ives mask is a perfect candidate. The oatmeal scrub and mask felt amazing on my skin and it was so relaxing to wear. You wear the mask for 5-7 minutes and then you rinse off. This mask was so relaxing I lost complete track of time and ended up having it on for ten minutes and the extra time did not do any damage to my face. My face can be very sensitive but this mask did not irritate me at all. After washing off the mask, my face was super soft.

Last but certainly not least there is the Even & Bright Pink Lemon & Mandarin Exfoliating Body Wash. This body wash smells amazing, well it is amazing if you enjoy citrus scents. The smell reminds me of pink lemonade and summer. The body wash is refreshing and gives you a fresh clean feeling. When it comes to this body wash, less is more. You don't need a lot to get the job done and feel clean.

This was my first time trying St. Ives and overall I'm very impressed with the quality of some of the products. The lotion was unimpressive, but the mask and body wash were great surprises. Maybe I'll start using St. Ives products when it comes to my daily beauty routine. What do you think about St. Ives? And what are your go to daily beauty products?

Until next time.

PS) I'm also required to post this:

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.