This one time...

Let me premise this post with, I know I talk a lot, I like to talk, I seem to have a story for everything, and yes it even bugs me sometimes. With all my talk talk, I do listen! Actually I like to believe that I'm a good listener, and I retain what's been told to me (you never know when you might be quizzed or it comes back and bites you in the ass!). 

There are times when I have a funny story, anecdote, or just had a bad day and I need to vent. If that's the case; do NOT interrupt me! Usually, (for the most part) I just want 5 minutes of "me" time, where the spotlight gets to be on me. I'm not sure where it stems from (the "me" time), but it really irritates me when I'm interrupted. It makes one feel like their not important. Most times when the other party is done talking and say "oh go on" I've either forgotten my story, or I refuse to tell it as I know I'll just be interrupted again.

Maybe this is why I got a dog; although you know what, he interrupts me too (or walks away, which let's face it, that's worse)! I guess sometimes you just can't win!

We will be right back with our scheduled programming...

I know, I know the Blog is called "Life's Minor Annoyances" and I'm supposed to "vent" my frustrations, but I thought I would change it up on this post and give a shout out or rave (I'll be sure to include an annoyance as well).

Many of you know I can be rather obsessive about my beauty routine. When I find something I like I usually stick to it, although I'm not opposed to trying that new "miracle" product (more to come on that later). I was at the saloon a couple months back for a hair cut and while I was waiting I noticed a new line of product. What caught my eye was "Free Yourself of Harmful Chemicals" on a hair product. Although I'd been happy with my shampoo, I do have rather unruly hair and anything that help I'm all for it, so I went home and did some research on the product.

What I found was a product called Onesta, which is actually made here locally in the Twin Cities. Their products are plant based and free from parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate, DEA, TEA, colors, etc. I found it on Amazon.com and bought the shampoo only. The first time I washed my hair, needless to say I was AMAZED. I didn't even need to use conditioner, my hair was silky, clean, and had tons of body. Of course I ordered the conditioner and it has been true love ever since. 

Another bonus is Onesta's commitment to sustainable living. 100% of their energy consumption is offset by wind power, their product is 100% recycled plastic or PCR (post consumer resin) and amongst other bonuses they are organic and vegan! I'm leaving even less of my carbon footprint by using their product that are biodegradable and environmentally safe!

Now for my "annoyance". I recently tried another hair product - WEN. I'd like to say don't waste your money, but what doesn't work for some works for others. It is basically a shampoo and conditioner in one, but it doesn't lather. I tried it for 2 weeks, and even though my hair was nice and smooth, it was so heavy, weighed down, and just looked greasy. I know a couple people who like it, and I loved the deep conditioner, but it just wasn't for me.

Thank you all for the break in our annoyances, I will be sure to follow this up immediately with a gripe!