The Real Life Story of a Teen Mom/Kylie&Mason

Everyone that knows me, knows that I like to be very independent.  I don't want to have to rely on anyone for anything.  Some people are born that way and some people have just taught themselves to become that way.  For me, I remember the specific day that my mindset changed for the rest of my life. It was the day that I decided to go to college.  It was in February of 2012, I was a senior in high school, and I was pregnant.  I had somewhat put college out of my future.  I felt that I needed to just start working full time after high school to be able to provide for Mason.  One day I literally just flipped a switch.  I woke up that morning and I decided that I needed to go to college, because I wasn't going to be able to rely on Mason's father to provide for us.  I had to make a future for Mason and I, and I wanted that future to be a positive one. At the time Mason's father and I were together but I knew it just wasn't going to workout. ...

It has been a year since I became a partner in hope, and I think it is one of the best decisions I have ever made.  These days everyone knows someone that is affected by cancer.  This year especially I felt like cancer was attacking everyone around me.  Everyone knows how cancer can not only be a problem medically but also financially. The thing that I LOVE about St. Jude's is that parents don't have to pay for a dime while their child is there.  St. Jude's even pays for travel expenses to get to St. Jude's and back home.  This lets the parents be able to focus more on taking care of their child and less on how in the world are they going to pay for all of the medical bills.  This was really the selling point for me on St. Jude's.  That is why partners in hope are so important because they are the ones who are paying for the chemo and the doctor bills, not the parents. When I was pregnant with Mason at 17 years old I was at a place where I didn't k...

Happy New Year!!! Mason and I have made it to another year.  It seems like such an accomplishment every year.  2015 was a great year for Mason and I. We started out 2015 with Ryan and Leah's wedding.  Mason made an adorable ring bearer and he had a blast dancing the night away.  Also in January Mason had his second surgery.  He took it like a champ.  There were some positives and negatives to having been through it before but the recovery this time went a lot smoother. I had my 1 year anniversary working at TCB in February.  That means my 2 year is quickly approaching.  I am still enjoying it there.  My family tries to accuse me of converting over to a Knights fan, but I say I just like to support everyone! In May a lot of things happened.  Mason turned the big THREE! I don't know how I can be the mother of a three year old already, but I am.  He has grown up so much and he won't slow down. I applied for a mortgage loan and a...

I have heard about make up sponge blenders for awhile now but I finally decided to give one a chance. Since trying the makeup sponge blender I have absolutely fallen in love! I came across "Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge" and decided to give it a try because of its great price.  This sponge is compared to the original beauty blender.  The original beauty blender runs around $20 and the Real Techniques sponge runs as low as $4!  According to all of the reviews I have read, it works just as great as the beauty blender.  All you do is get the sponge wet and squeeze the water out.  Then you use the sponge to apply your foundation flawlessly to your face.  I even use it to apply my concealer.  I have never had clear skin, so this makeup sponge is a blessing.  I now love doing my foundation in the morning because it is so easy!  The sponge creates an airbrushed look.  If you don't already use this sponge in your makeup routine, you ...

It seems like no matter where I go I am always getting compliments and questions on how I curl my hair.  I have been curling my hair the same way for years now, so if you are creeping through my pictures and want to know how I curled my hair, this is how.  I was never a big fan of tight curls, so I figured out a way to make them loose and wavy.  Here is the secret to how I curl my hair! Step 1.  I blow dry my hair half way and then I let it air dry the rest of the way dry. Step 2.  Once my hair is dry I spray it with a heat protectant.  I use the garnier fructis brand. Step 3.  I straighten just the ends of my hair.  I have naturally wavy hair and when I do my beach waves look I like the ends to be straight. I just started doing this because I think it gives it a messier look. This is just a personal preference.  This step can be skipped. Step 4.  To curl my hair I take a section of hair and wrap it around the curling iron, away ...

If you all haven't noticed from social media, I have started selling KEEP Collective.  For a long time now I have been looking into getting a second job for the nights and weekends.  I have never done it since that would mean taking away time with Mason.  One day I came across KEEP Collective on social media and I loved the jewelry.  I had always been skeptical about direct sales but I thought to myself as long as I made back what the kit cost me to start it would be worth it, so I decided to join and start selling KEEP.  As it turns out, I have fallen in love with KEEP! I can work from anywhere as long as I have my cell phone.  Not only have I made what my kit cost me but I have made much more!  I have also earned free product along with my weekly paycheck.  I am so glad I made the decision to join KEEP.  If anyone wants to join me in selling KEEP please feel free to message me!  Also if you want to host a social and earn your own free ...

Sorry it has been awhile since I have posted anything. It seems like I have been so busy lately.  But I am finally settled into the new house and Mason is at his dad's for the weekend so I have some time to write (actually type). I turned 21 not too long ago, which to a lot of people is a milestone birthday.  You see so many people post about how "I've finally made it" or something about their horizontal drivers license.  When I turned 21 I didn't feel that way.  Everyone kept asking me if I was excited to turn 21, and honestly I wasn't that excited at all.  All of my friends were more excited than I was.  I already felt like I was 28 so turning 21 wasn't a big deal to me at all.  I have so much responsibility in my life that being able to go to a bar and drink isn't the highlight of my life.  I completely skipped that stage of my life and I don't think there is any going back.  The highlight of my life is getting to spend time with Mason a...