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Just Talking - It's Hard at Times

GIVEAWAY CLOSED Just talking - well, it's hard sometimes. I chat about some struggles I have uploading videos, and vent a little ( took out 5 minutes of additional ranting, lol). I'm going to keep on keeping on. I do appreciate your understanding and patience. Today, I'm talking about some great brushes I want to share with you (literally). I want to celebrate October (my favorite month) with you. P.S. I have a playlist called 'Just Talking': bit.ly/3tmajWH
CHANNELS MENTIONED:
Lisa J Makeup: bit.ly/3u2tjqb
Angie Hot and Flashy: bit.ly/3PK1y06
MY SKINCARE ROUTINE -
AM Skincare: bit.ly/3L5WG44
PM Skincare: bit.ly/3KAOQ0Q
Extras - Dermarolling, shaving, etc: bit.ly/3wTySad
New to Skincare, and Retin A, this might help: bit.ly/2LKfZPa
My Experience With Permanent Eyeliner (This video was filmed in July 2014, before I started using Retin A.) bit.ly/2l0sefY
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My AMAZON picks - I have purchased, and use these items. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. www.amazon.com...
This video contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission for purchases made through my links. Thank you if you use them.
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PRODUCTS MENTIONED (in order)
*Angie Travel set - this was sent to me from BK Beauty : shrsl.com/49o2x MaryEllen10 for 10% off
Includes:
A101 Contoured Foundation
A506 Concealer
A507 Angled Blush
A501 Lid Shader
A502 Crease Shader
My Hero Brushes
BK Beauty A 506 Angi Concealer Brush: shrsl.com/3tais MaryEllen10 = 10% off
BK Beauty 109 Mini Foundation Brush: shrsl.com/3xmtc MaryEllen10 = 10% off
Soap Lifter: amzn.to/3tl8dq2
Pink brush cleaner this is larger than mine: amzn.to/3F5D4cu
Pixie Corrector in Brightening Peach: bit.ly/3ZSou1S or bit.ly/3RJWPhv
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TODAY'S MAKEUP:
Maracuja Juicy Lip Balm - Strawberry: bit.ly/3PKPjjU or go.magik.ly/ml...
That's Taupe Eyeshadow from ColourPop: bit.ly/46zIN6R or go.magik.ly/ml...
ABH Brow Freeze in clear: bit.ly/3PM5RrB or bit.ly/3LOCAv6
IT Superhero Mascara: bit.ly/3OtvMCa now 2 for $35
Milani Stay Put Eyeliner in (Femme Fatale) Navy: amzn.to/3RP834r
Laura Geller Balance and Brighten in Light - on sale for $21.60 bit.ly/3ZMfbAh
with brush $34 : bit.ly/46ih2zp
I love my new Mini Blush & Glow 4-Piece Set by Rare Beauty bit.ly/3Qh5qat
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DISCOUNT Codes
Timeless Skin Care:
$5.00 off with code MARYELLEN - Serums, Creams, Pure Line, Sprays. Minimum purchase of $14.95 required. Limited to one use per customer
www.timelessha...
Skin Deva: - 20% off Use code - mary10: skindeva.com/?...
DRMTLGY - www.drmtlgy.co... 20% off (on this website) with code MARYELLEN
BK Beauty: shrsl.com/3snhd code MaryEllen10 for 10% off
Omnilux Mask - In May 2022 I purchased the Omnilux Contour Mask using a 10% discount code. After seeing good results I contacted Omnilux for a discount code for my viewers. They provided me with an affiliate link get.aspr.app/S... and code MARYELLEN10 for 10% off or go.shopmy.us/p... (if the first link doesn't work - code works either site) This should be re-stocked very soon
Dermstore 15% off with Code MARYELLEN - tidd.ly/3ELUmM1 This should work on Revitalash products including Hair Enhancing Foam, and GrandeCosmetics products
SkinStore 25% off with code MARYELLENSS on participating brands - tidd.ly/3ELoaZt
Built Bars 10% off: builtbar.com?baapp=MARYELLEN code MARYELLEN
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Rakuten (Formerly Ebates) - I earn $, and so do you: www.ebates.com...
Mr Rebates: www.mrrebates.com?refid=1334591
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My favorite "tool" I use to examine my skin, and tweeze my eyebrows. I bought mine in 2007 and love it. amzn.to/41ydFBx
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THE RESULTS OF SOME OF MY SKINCARE "EXPERIMENTS":
My video showing the results of Argireline: bit.ly/2qvBtZq
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Disclaimer: The information that is shared herein is intended for informational purposes. Any advice and/or product(s) mentioned should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare professional if you are currently taking medication, pregnant, trying to get pregnant, nursing, or if you have any other health condition before taking any products mentioned or applying any information contained herein. Please be advised.
If a company sends me a product, I will mention it, and put an "*" in front of the item. I have never accepted money to do a video, nor have I accepted items for a positive review.
For Business Inquiries email me: maryellenafter60@gmail.com

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  • @dianev9253
    @dianev925310 ай бұрын

    Oh MaryEllen, I got so emotional I could cry because you are the nicest, most real, honest person on KZread. I just love all your videos and you are the first person I look for on Sunday. Please, please don’t be so critical of yourself. I’m so happy you are going to continue to do videos. I always feel so good after seeing you. I think you are AWESOME. I could go on and on letting you know that you are the best. Take care, many blessings. 🥰

  • @victoriaquezada
    @victoriaquezada10 ай бұрын

    One of my fav phrases is saying, "JUST BECAUSE".......enjoy life, celebrate today, make a cake, be happy!, get dressed up, laugh, put lipstick on, and spend some cash!" Thank you Mary Ellen for continuing making your awesome videos, to us, they are perfect.

  • @marycampbelljudy2979
    @marycampbelljudy297910 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen, I am 54 and have recently found your channel. Please, please continue to make videos! I love them all. There are SO FEW “mature” women with channels over 55 & we need you! You have valuable info to share from a wise perspective. Love you!!

  • @BibleBeauty
    @BibleBeauty10 ай бұрын

    I love the Brush set Mary Ellen! A saying I like is, “It’s not what you do, it’s what you KEEP ON Doing!” Especially when I think about dieting 😊

  • @TamarasTimelessBeauty
    @TamarasTimelessBeauty10 ай бұрын

    Good morning MaryEllen! Can you believe that before I got into watching KZread I had one blush brush…and I’m embarrassed to admit it rarely occurred to me to wash it. Yikes! I appreciated hearing your struggles with creating videos… it looks so easy, but in no way is it easy. My biggest struggle is in the actual filming, I don’t know what happens but I freeze up, get tongue tied and filming seems to take forever! One I get to editing I feel I am over the hump. But I know what you mean about getting tired of your own voice. LOL Anyway Happy Birthday month to you my October sister! 70!! Super cool!! Xoxo ❤❤❤

  • @Amaryllis88164
    @Amaryllis8816410 ай бұрын

    Don’t be so hard on yourself ❤. I love your voice, it’s so soothing. I’m 58 and can only pray to have skin as beautiful as yours when I’m 70. God bless you ♥️

  • @melanierose7283
    @melanierose728310 ай бұрын

    You make turning 70 so beautiful!! I love your look today with the print blouse and gold earrings. You always look lovely! I'm glad you share your videos with us and I'm looking forward to reading people's sayings! :) I usually say, It could be worse...I'm grateful for (and I list all sorts of reasons why I'm grateful). I find I tend to say, Good job! to people, as it came to my attention when my grandson told me that I don't have to say it to him, but now he says it to his parents!

  • @lucindajones2892
    @lucindajones289210 ай бұрын

    Your videos always bring a smile to my heart, so I am very happy to know you will continue to make videos. I love this time of year because this is when our Heavenly Father uses His brushes to paint the foliage their most beautiful colors!

  • @lifewithsandrahart
    @lifewithsandrahart10 ай бұрын

    Good Morning and early Happy Birthday to you my dear friend. Your presence and honesty drew me to your channel years ago. Keep on being who you are because your natural persona is what we all love. I hope someday to be able to sit down at a good lunch with you and Jim again and hear him carve out a good tune or two. Love you MaryEllen. Sandra

  • @lisapierce525
    @lisapierce52510 ай бұрын

    Hey MaryEllen! Gosh I’m late watching. I’ve been sick for the past 4 days but I knew I wanted to watch this before I go to bed tonight. I love your videos and think you are awesome. I couldn’t do a single video if I tried. I hope you practice not being so critical of yourself but I would have that problem too! I think we’re all to critical of ourselves. I don’t care if your grammar is incorrect or you make mistakes. I’m here to enjoy you as a person of similar age. I just turned 64. You are witty, intelligent and beautiful. I can’t believe you’re turning 70. Happy Birthday in advance. I hope it’s the best birthday yet! I would love to win the brush set or the gift card. Either would make me happy! Thank you for your generosity. Just keep being your sweet beautiful self! Love to you and Jim!❤

  • @laurielyons2284
    @laurielyons228410 ай бұрын

    I really do understand how hard that could be. You should not be critical, you are beautiful and it is okay to lose your train of thought. We all do it. ❤

  • @robertasmth94

    @robertasmth94

    10 ай бұрын

    I watch you often . I love that you are so authentic and real. I have been saving for these brushes. I can’t remember the other word-should have written it down. You look really good. Too scared to shave because it might be too hard to keep it up but really like the smoothness look of your skin. Saying: Gratitude is the right attitude. What state do you live in? I live in Virginia about 15 minutes from DC, am a retired teacher, am 77. Love your channel.

  • @BlingyBea
    @BlingyBea10 ай бұрын

    Happy October Birthday, drinking my morning coffee and what a joy to get notified you uploaded a video. My favorite brush is also her concealer brush. Loving the cold weather here in Michigan, my grandson has a fall break so I get to spend time with him before we head back home later this month. We will be watching football all day today. Taking him shopping tomorrow, he needs new dress shirts for college, I think on some baseball games they get dressed up. His Paupaw is cooking his favorite foods. Woke up to 46 degrees, high is 56 and it’s suppose to be like this for the next 10 days👏👏👏. Love October up here and watching the beautiful fall colors. I’ll be 70 in December and the hardest part for me is getting forgetful, I’ll lose my train of thought or forget a word then remember it later.🥰

  • @trixiegirlism
    @trixiegirlism10 ай бұрын

    We're always our own worst critic. I grew up with a mother who was a stickler when it came to speech and grammar, I suppose because she was a writer and newspaper editor. After I had left home, she would correct my letters and send them back to me. It took me a lot of years but I finally decided to not be so critical of myself or anyone else for that matter. Why not just leave in some of what you consider mistakes. Showing others your vulnerability can sometimes be endearing, inspirational and relatable. Happy Birthday to us!! Laurie

  • @lindae2016
    @lindae201610 ай бұрын

    Happy Birthday Month!!! I love Dave Ramsey's saying of CASH Is King, and I have stayed out of credit card debt for years due to that simple phrase. You keep doing you, MaryEllen, because our Sundays wouldn't be the same without you!

  • @leadmetopeacejeanie
    @leadmetopeacejeanie10 ай бұрын

    Good morning, MaryEllen. It is so good to see you and hear your chat. I love it. I might do a video based on your video today! We were taught, in New England to say "often" as "soften" also. We were also taught to say the word "bath" with an "o" sound, not an "a" sound. We were not allowed to say "so?", we were never to use double negatives, and never, never say the word "ain't". There were so many English rules that we abide by today! Later, I would meet a handsome man from the South, who said, "ain't", used double negatives, etc., and lo and behold I married him. He just laughs at all the times I've corrected him throughout the years. This was such a good and interesting video and so wonderful to hear and see you today. I needed it! Love you ME.....Jeanie xxoo

  • @HappinessSparkles
    @HappinessSparkles10 ай бұрын

    I do pretty much the same with my brushes as far as cleaning them ,but I gently squeeze the excess water out with the little cheap face cloths you can buy in bulk then set them on a towel with the brush part over the edge of the counter to dry We need to not be so critical of ourselves and as you say especially at our stage in life ! I do have way more confidence in myself now than I did when I was younger and also I say NO much easier than I used to ,which in my opinion makes me a much happier person .I love my life ❤ Don’t let anyone ever dull your sparkle ✨ Love you my friend Hugs ❤

  • @lintej
    @lintej10 ай бұрын

    I, too, used to think I needed to soak my brushes to clean them. Glad I learned a few years ago not to do that! Angie makes a good product. I certainly wouldn’t brush away any cash or anything that might come my way. Hope you’re enjoying the cooler weather! Blessings! 🙏🥰

  • @hoosiermama3001
    @hoosiermama300110 ай бұрын

    Good morning MaryEllen, I completely agree with your pronunciation of "often". My pet grammar peeve is when people say "her" instead of "she". Her and her husband, for example. Years ago, I bought a neat little stand at Target that dries make-up brushes upside down. It was by Sonia Kashuk but I don't think they make it anymore. Too bad, it keeps the water from dripping down into the shaft, where the glue is, like you explained. I'm a few years younger than you, and while watching your videos, I always think how much I admire you for starting a channel in (what I think of as) a brand new medium. And you do a fantastic job. Thank you for putting in the time and effort - I have benefitted greatly, from reviews, exposure to new products, and just an enjoyable few minutes every other Sunday morning with someone I think of as a friend.

  • @londahail1145
    @londahail114510 ай бұрын

    Oh MaryEllen, you’re such a gem and I just think you’re awesome 🥰 Your bloopers are always so endearing to me because I can relate to them, having made a few videos here and there, I understand how one can lose a train of thought or stumble over words. I would happily watch your videos unedited 😊 I think the phrase I use the most is “ It is what it is” because it helps remind me to accept things as they are. A favorite expression is “You can put your boots in the oven but it doesn’t make them biscuits”, which speaks to what things are and are not no matter what some people or think. So again, “it is what it is”🤣 Cash for me, thanks ❤️

  • @jgheart3018
    @jgheart301810 ай бұрын

    Happy early Birthday MaryEllen! What became my "mantra" early on in my working career was something I read on a poster...Obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off your goal...I have repeated this often to myself for confidence & courage. And, brush or cash would both be welcomed by me because "it's all good" and I love your smile when you say that simple phrase as I am smiling with you.

  • @LBoyer-ru1pp
    @LBoyer-ru1pp10 ай бұрын

    Wishing you a wonderful and blessed birthday🎉🎉. I’m an October baby also but turning 74. Life is good. I absolutely love fall and the vibrant colors bring me great joy. Love the crisp air. Many blessings🤗

  • @cnel4524
    @cnel452410 ай бұрын

    Thankful for Sunday mornings with MaryEllen. I need shorter brushes because I need to sit close to the mirror to see, longer brushes hit my mirror🤦🏼‍♀️Oh no. I have been washing brushes in sink getting whole Brush wet, stopping that now! I’m loving you in that leopard top. Blessings to you and Jim😊

  • @Kmkader
    @Kmkader10 ай бұрын

    Happy Birthday MaryEllen! I turn 68 October 26th. My mother always said: Red sky at night sailors delight; red sky in morning sailors take warning. The BK travel brushes would be wonderful. A friend of mine always says, I’d stretch a mile if I didn’t have to walk back.

  • @elainemullins7860
    @elainemullins786010 ай бұрын

    Good morning ME, cash is always good! I went to catholic school for 8 years. I thought the nuns were hard on us but when the school year was over we 110% knew everything we were suppose to learn that year.

  • @scotland99

    @scotland99

    10 ай бұрын

    Everyone I have ever known in life that was educated in the Catholic schools are way ahead of everyone else!

  • @kimd9123
    @kimd912310 ай бұрын

    Good Morning MaryEllen. I love the Sunday's that you upload a video. Always positive and refreshing. Don't be critical of yourself or your videos! This morning in central Florida, when I walked my dog, it was 64 degrees with 52% humidity. Just delightful!!! I just ordered my daughter a brush set for her birthday. I sure would love a set also! Take care and have a nice couple of weeks. Kim

  • @Teresa-K
    @Teresa-K10 ай бұрын

    Hi MaryEllen, Happy early birthday! You look so much younger than your age. It’s frustrating when when we forget things. I forget things too, but I try not to worry about it. The items or words usually come to me later. Loving Fall so far. The crisp cooler air is refreshing. You are so kind to do giveaways. I realize there is a lot more to making videos. The editing is probably the most time consuming. My saying is “Be sweet!” Also I like, “Your mind is a garden. You can grow flowers, or you can grow weeds.” Happy Fall! Love, kindness and happiness, Teresa

  • @BlingyBea

    @BlingyBea

    10 ай бұрын

    Love your Garden saying.❤

  • @Teresa-K

    @Teresa-K

    10 ай бұрын

    @@BlingyBea I’m glad you liked it. I also like a quote by Dalai Lama. “When you talk you are only repeating what you know. But if you listen you may learn something new.” Have a nice day!

  • @user-mb4ee1pg2h
    @user-mb4ee1pg2h10 ай бұрын

    Mary Ellen, You are so beautiful, both inside and out! Birthday blessings. You are a joy and a very youthful 70 year old. Humility is a wonderful virtue. I am 76 years old and have been watching you for years. You are like an old friend. ❤

  • @robyn_MrsG
    @robyn_MrsG10 ай бұрын

    Hi Mary Ellen lovely to see you again. I usually use my hand to clean my brush with soap. My husband has just started a You Tube channel and there is a lot more to it than people think. Have a great week xox

  • @raeherceg9304
    @raeherceg930410 ай бұрын

    Good Sunday MaryEllen. I find when I share my imperfections with others the loving ones feel closer to me, as your sharing does! You are a love! Brushes would be fabulous.

  • @katfarris4364
    @katfarris436410 ай бұрын

    The brush that most intrigued me is the concealer brush. A phrase I heard from my mother growing up was, “If wishes were horses, beggars would ride.” Another she used often was, “Pretty is as pretty does!” I think most of us are our own worst critic. I applaud you for working through yours and making such awesome videos for us! I find you to be a very calming, concise, and kind person:) Please continue, and happy October!

  • @lindamardosz7013
    @lindamardosz701310 ай бұрын

    Good morning MaryEllen, Good to hear from you and your videos are also very delightful. My favorite saying is "No good deed goes unpunished." I can always use the cash on so many needed items you have suggested over the years. It is all good.

  • @kathiestevensdesigns9385
    @kathiestevensdesigns938510 ай бұрын

    Oh sweet MaryEllen...none of us is here to see perfection. If you were perfect, I would be even more critical of myself than I already am !!!! We're all human and whether we like it or not, we all have some imperfection. Please just keep on being you and keeping it real ❤ I'm working on saving cash to buy a small counsel with a fireplace in it to keep warm on the cold bitter Michigan winter days ahead. I'm also a brush lover. I bought a brush drying stand from Amazon that works great and keeps the bristles hanging down and straight. I'll look for the link to it and can post it in your Oct. 22nd video if you're ok with it. Have a Happy and Blessed week. Hugssss !!!!!

  • @Roseisrose70
    @Roseisrose7010 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen, you are my dearest internet friend-happy birthday! You are beautiful, inside and out, and I always appreciate your vulnerability! “Beggars can’t be choosers” would be a phrase my mother always said to me (I must have “wanted” a lot?😂), and every so often, it pops out of my mouth, LOL! I wash my brushes like you, although I have a larger scrubbie thing. Glad you were able to work out getting cash to our friend in Australia! Have a beautiful week, and an awesome birthday, from this October baby!

  • @doreenc3223
    @doreenc322310 ай бұрын

    The brush set looks beautiful...thanks for all the links you list as well..."one day at a time, Sweet Jesus" is my favorite saying...each day is truly a gift..I too am 70 yrs old..and so thankful to hit this milestone... Happy birthday to you❤

  • @lavonbunney3643
    @lavonbunney364310 ай бұрын

    Happy birthday to you!! 70 looks wonderful on you!! “Don’t sweat the small stuff” is a favorite of mine. Cash is always a great thing!! Have a blessed day!

  • @katherinehenderson8167
    @katherinehenderson816710 ай бұрын

    Listening to you talk about washing your brushes makes me smile. You are definitely one of a kind.I have a few of BK beauty brushes but not the foundation brush and would love to have that one. Thanks so much for being here.😊❤️

  • @andreabrett6865
    @andreabrett686510 ай бұрын

    I love the sound and tone of your voice ~ I would never get tired of it while editing! I had been looking at that travel brush set by Angie, but just not in the budget right now. Trying to save as much cash as I can at the moment! A favorite saying that my parents always used was "walk quietly but carry a big stick" lol. Love your channel and honesty! ❤

  • @Karenkaza1
    @Karenkaza110 ай бұрын

    Hi MaryEllen! Welcome to your birthday month and the 70's! My wish for you would be continued good health. Beautiful October is also my favorite month. Living in the PNW we get a true sense of the 4 seasons and I love putting on warm cozy jackets and pajamas too. Did you know that a watched pot never boils? And be sure your sin will find you out? No need to be so critical of yourself. I do think that's one thing about this age -- it's time to relax a bit and not worry. No one will care. I'm getting to where I start a sentence and stop because I forget a word. It used to fluster me so much. Now I just say, "bare with me and I'll remember the word in a second or two. I just take a deep breath and if I don't remember I just move on with maybe a different word. I love your videos they're sharp as a tack! I would love some cash for the holidays 🥰

  • @mjoseetousnelle529
    @mjoseetousnelle52910 ай бұрын

    I had a high school teacher who taught us a cute way to remember good, better best. It went; Good, better, best; never let it rest until your good gets better & your better gets best”. I never forgot it, many decades later. Would love some extra cash for the holidays. Thanks for your videos.

  • @nancyhanley3607
    @nancyhanley360710 ай бұрын

    Hi Mary Ellen, Happy Birthday to you! I love this time of year because all of my children were born in late September and early October. A saying I have on my medical ID bracelet is, "I tick, therefore I am", because I had my aortic valve replaced and I have a fairly constant ticking in my head. Sometimes if I don't hear it, I take a moment and listen to make sure I'm still ticking!! Cheers to you--you're the best!

  • @juliemcmahan1207
    @juliemcmahan120710 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen, you are so beautiful, inside and out. Happy Birthday!!! You know, there is a saying that I say all the time, and to myself! "I can do all things thru Christ Jesus who strengthens me". This has been a difficult year, but that verse has held me up! I love the Angie brush set! I don't have it, but it looks so beautiful. Have a wonderful Birthday, sweet MaryEllen! xo

  • @tyra8901
    @tyra890110 ай бұрын

    Good morning! "No Worries" that's my favorite line! I do love her brushes and I have several. Please don't be so hard on yourself as I see a kind and special women. "Happy October and here's to a Beautiful Fall"

  • @jeanjacobs9965
    @jeanjacobs996510 ай бұрын

    Greetings Mary Ellen! It's so good to see you again! I think that cash is always a welcome gift, don't you? I love it when you chat with us. Happy upcoming birthday!! Love and blessings ♥️🙏

  • @karenkiolbassa
    @karenkiolbassa10 ай бұрын

    Your video popped up in my feed - probably because I have been watching videos about Angie’s brushes. I’m 58 and I definitely have to get much closer to my magnifying mirror these days. Happy early birthday. My daughter’s birthday is at the end of this month. I really love this time of year ❤

  • @VickieTNreader14
    @VickieTNreader1410 ай бұрын

    I already admired you very much, but hearing about your resolve to continue YT despite struggles with editing makes me admire you even more❤️. We grow when we challenge ourselves to persevere. We are kindred spirits when it comes to grammar. I’m southern (proudly so) and though I may sound like a hayseed, my grammar is correct. “Gifted” is irritating, but the word that fries my taters is “finalize.” It used to be considered business jargon and was to be avoided. Lastly, my favorite saying: Perfection is the enemy of progress. Warm regards from Tennessee ❤️

  • @geethaparasuram6338
    @geethaparasuram633810 ай бұрын

    Oh, Mary ! I think you are adorable. Have a wonderful birthday ❤ Yes, I have been eyeing the Brush set and thought I would wait until Black fFiday. You can spread your cash a bit more and it is not too far off. Remember, even the best of movie stars have many takes before getting it right and their lines are written for them ! So don't beat yourself up.

  • @conniehewitt5729
    @conniehewitt572910 ай бұрын

    From one October baby to another, happy birthday. I love October and the beginning of cool weather. Finally, I can walk again in nature. Thank you for your correct use of grammar. It seems all nouns have become verbs….Such as parented, gifted, etc. As much as I would appreciate Angie’s brushes, I do not see myself paying that much cash for them. Enjoy the coming weeks in great health. Blessings and love, Connie

  • @sylviaoesterwinter8858
    @sylviaoesterwinter885810 ай бұрын

    Oh MaryEllen. Don't be so hard on yourself. I love how real you are and you have helped me so much. The brush set from Angie and BK Beauty looks lovely.

  • @kelhen1983
    @kelhen198310 ай бұрын

    Happy Birthday! You are pretty and uplifting to watch. My dad used to say "Grab it and Growl". I say it too sometimes. LOL Would love the brush set. Happy October.

  • @danadwilson5541
    @danadwilson554110 ай бұрын

    You are so refreshing. Just celebrated my 65 th October birthday and totally agree that October is such a wonderful month. With money not stretching as far as it used to - cash is always nice this time of the year. Take care and see you next time.

  • @Becky_in_Tucson
    @Becky_in_Tucson10 ай бұрын

    I was dubbed The Grammar Goddess several decades ago at one of my writer/editor jobs, so I'm right there with you about how annoying it is to listen to or read bad usage. I'm a cash kinda gal!

  • @SuperB719
    @SuperB71910 ай бұрын

    Would love the cash. I truly believe :things happen for a reason." My mother's favorite, and I can still hear her saying it, was "it is what it is." Happy October birthday! You look fabulous for almost 70🎉😊

  • @jkovachev56
    @jkovachev5610 ай бұрын

    🎉 Happy Birthday! I'm hard on myself too! I'm forever second guessing myself! I'll keep doing the hard stuff and not give up! Cash is an easy choice for me. Enjoy the 🍁🍂

  • @jillharris3883
    @jillharris388310 ай бұрын

    Happy birthday month🎉 It seems I am always telling my students "Just because you are standing still doesn't mean time is." This is my attempt to get students understand there is a time to work and a time to play.

  • @lisapierce525

    @lisapierce525

    9 ай бұрын

    I came back to read quotes and had to comment on yours. I’ve never heard this saying but I love it. Thanks for sharing

  • @maureenhansen8321
    @maureenhansen832110 ай бұрын

    My sweet MaryEllen is turning 70!!! 🎉🎂💝🧁🎉Doesn’t look it one bit,you turned it around MaryEllen and bring hope to us all! Each year is a blessing and stack those on 70 and this is going be the BEST!!! I can’t imagine having to listen and look at my face with that editing, girl when I have to talk in front of people i fumble all over the place. Seriously that’s one reason I take medication, I’ve anxiety since a little girl. Thank God mom didn’t make me do the ballet recital at 5, but she made me finish the lessons. I think we are our own worst critics, but ya gotta know MaryEllen you gotta a whole lot of us that subscribed because we love you as is!! We are too consumed with our own flaws to notice or recognize the ones you see or perceive as flawed! If there is a BK beauty giveaway, I’m entering! Brushes for me, I could never take cash from my friend, but a gift of brushes… ❤U!!!

  • @SuSuSham
    @SuSuSham10 ай бұрын

    My southern grandmother always had such phrases of wisdom - anything difficult I was going through she would say “you’re building character” or she would say “ you have to Row your boat with the oars God gave you and sometimes he only gives you one”

  • @nancyhope-landon9185
    @nancyhope-landon918510 ай бұрын

    Happy October!! I have always loved October because of the beautiful colors but here in Tx. there aren't many colors which is so sad. You need to give yourself some grace!! Each and every content creator always say that editing is the most difficult part of videos. The BK brushes are on my wish list and I think my favorite Angie brush would be the concealer brush. I have many favorite sayings but I guess "bite the bullet" is one I use the most often. Have a wonderful birthday!!

  • @2CorgiMom
    @2CorgiMom10 ай бұрын

    You are such a sparkling gem to the beauty community MaryEllen! Thank you for all you go through to make your videos and being honest with your viewers, as well as your generosity with all your giveaways, including cash giveaways. ♥️

  • @Christine-ec3mh
    @Christine-ec3mh10 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen you are a breath of fresh air. Your so kind and humble. Your skin looks amazing and yes good brushes make a big difference when applying makeup. Thank you for making your videos and don’t be so hard on yourself. You’re doing a great job! Sincere birthday wishes to you🥳🥳🥳

  • @zulytown
    @zulytown10 ай бұрын

    Hello, my lady 🥰. I love your shirt, well, your total look today 😉. Happy October! I'm a tad later than norm, been busy with the grands. I know you understand. Yes, I've been seeing Angie's Travel Set, in Lisa's group. It's beautiful set, I love the color of her brushes. Her concealer brush is so highly rated. No wonder you have two and love them. Awww, don't be so hard on yourself, be yourself, we love you the way you are! You are AWESOME! We would accept gifted, given, anything that comes out your mouth ☺. I'm sure other followers feel the same way as I do 😉. Love ya, sweetie. Cya soon, hugsss 🤗 😘.

  • @debbietalbert3737
    @debbietalbert373710 ай бұрын

    Please don’t be so hard on yourself. We love your videos! You are so generous with your cash give aways. Those brushes are amazing. I hope you have a wonderful birthday! God Bless you! ❤

  • @Lilacs644
    @Lilacs64410 ай бұрын

    Hi Maryellen, I have a birthday the end of the month also! It will be my last year in my 50’s and I’m so grateful to still be here😁. I have lost friends and family at young ages so every day is a gift to me😉.

  • @greatsmiles
    @greatsmiles10 ай бұрын

    Oh my dear Mary Ellen! I know I have followed you for years. Don’t remember how many though. I changed my KZread name a while ago. We have to learn how to be kind and loving not just for others but also to ourselves. At the age of 59 I am getting there. I’m still under construction. God has always been by my side guiding me so lovingly. The sound of your voice is so comforting to me. God is still using you here on this platform. Thank you for allowing the Lord to work through you! Much Love

  • @LittlePoet
    @LittlePoet10 ай бұрын

    You have a beautiful Southern slow voice in the key of E....I could listen to you for days and days....you make a mistake? I do not care..nobody does......you are blessed with such charm and goodness...talk on...oh yes! Talk and I will listen... love you so much!

  • @sharone6534
    @sharone653410 ай бұрын

    Mary Ellen, A new video from you is always such a pleasure! I love Fall, too. Am in Asheville this weekend and could sure use some extra cash. 😂. You are one of my favorite people on KZread! ❤

  • @LittlePoet
    @LittlePoet10 ай бұрын

    Happy October! I just found this video! I am always so happy to see you!!! I think I know how you feel about filming as we get older. I am in your boat....I have to listen to myself over and over week after week...and I get tired of it! I know I say " I thirfted this" and boy, I know thrifted is not a word but I use it anyway! Another one that used to drive Bill nuts is people who say " I don't want you critiquing my book" ..He would always say THATS NOT A WORD! LOL....I have developed a KZread "stutter" ..it only shows up as soon as I turn my camera on! Oh Lord...the good news is I am so relaxed when I film now I have more fun! Don't stop my friend..I love seeing your beautiful face!!! Love you always! Sues & Desi

  • @jackiedavis6398
    @jackiedavis639810 ай бұрын

    You are my absolute favorite on KZread! You are the real deal and that is what I love! Keep doing what you're doing, don't be so hard on yourself! We are all in the same boat. Angie's brushes look so nice.

  • @glyndamillnerphillips539
    @glyndamillnerphillips53910 ай бұрын

    Happy Birthday MaryEllen!!! One of the reasons I love watching and enjoying your channel Is because you are you and you tell it like it is. I love how break down prices and recommend products that you have tried. I am also very critical of myself and won’t film myself because I get critical of myself as well. My twin daughters used to make funny videos comical ones and I loved how funny and real they were on video. You are an inspiration to many of us that are critical of ourselves. You keep making your videos because we all enjoy you so much. You are a blessing to KZread and your viewers. I really like the brush set it’s nice they decided to make a travel set. Have a wonderful week. Take care, Glynda

  • @annelt2048
    @annelt204810 ай бұрын

    It's sad that we are always our own biggest critic! We need to be kind to ourselves, too! October is definitely my favorite month. It was in the upper 40's in the New Orleans area this morning! I would love to try Angie's brush set, or buy with the cash. My Aunt always said when shopping - "when in doubt, go without".

  • @debmarrett212
    @debmarrett21210 ай бұрын

    I appreciate you! Angie's concealer brush looks awesome! My favorite saying is "I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it." Its my way of determining if something is necessary to purchase, keep , or bring on a trip. It actually prevents me from bringing some things but I do tend to bring more than I need. Hahaha. Enjoy the cooler weather! Its here and I love it too! Blessings to my Southern Illinois friend from Central Illinois!

  • @colleentucker3595
    @colleentucker359510 ай бұрын

    Happy birthday MaryEllen! I so agree with you that language has deteriorated over the years. Won’t note you with my pet hates. So generous of you - Angie’s brushes are fab and her concealer brush is genius

  • @mgster100
    @mgster10010 ай бұрын

    Happy birthday dear lady! 70 is great! I always enjoy your videos every Sunday morning. My favorite saying is "a watched pot never boils". I'd have to say brushes or cash would make me 😊.

  • @rosej9686
    @rosej968610 ай бұрын

    Good morning MaryEllen! First of all, I want to wish you a very happy upcoming 70th birthday! If you keep up the aging backwards thing you're doing, you're going to look 50 when you reach 100! Changes in the English language, as well as pronunciations of some words, kind of irk me too, but I just remind myself that languages are constantly evolving and nothing ever stays the same. If it did, we'd all still be speaking Old English, like Shakespeare! 😄 I just cringe though, at some of the words and sayings that are commonplace today. I'd have to say that, in this economy, cash is always welcome but I haven't invested in a BK beauty brush yet and have been wanting to, so either would be welcome and so appreciated! Thank you for your kind generosity, as always! I hope you have a blessed week and a wonderful birthday celebration, my beautiful friend! Much love, Rose ❤

  • @michellekelly2937
    @michellekelly293710 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen, You are the last person who should be hard on herself. You are the sweetest, kindest person.... beautiful inside and out. It makes me feel bad that you spend 2+ hours editing your videos, but I must say, they turn out great! I would never have known you had edited so much. When I stop and think about whether or not I use the word often or "offen," I know I use both at times, depending on what I'm saying, and maybe the day. IDK. It's something I've never thought about until you mentioned it. I think offen is just a quicker way to say often....or maybe it's the lazy way. I definitely say, "These ones" all the time!! Something else I've never thought about! I always learn so much from you, MaryEllen! One of my grandmother's favourite sayings was, "You get what you pay for," and my dad would often say, "Nothing in life is free." (But, what about those "free" samples, dad!) Many blessings to you. ♥

  • @Tyraluvs
    @Tyraluvs10 ай бұрын

    Happy 70th Birthday sweetMary. ❤️ I love it when you say at the end of your videos “it’s all Good”. I have a naughty phrase I say when I mess up and I don’t want to curse. I say Son of a Biscuit....Then I BRUSH it off and carry on.

  • @mariejoy5970
    @mariejoy597010 ай бұрын

    Good afternoon Maryellen, I’ve heard very good things about B K beauty brushes, lovely to see you, yes autumn is here chestnuts and cosy nights by the fire is coming, though here it doesn’t get so bad, the early bird catch the worm 🪱 all the best my friend and Jim ❤

  • @Tracysalas170
    @Tracysalas17010 ай бұрын

    I found your channel about a year ago. I love your channel and I enjoy watching you. I turned 50 this year. The brushes look amazing. I also wanted to say your skin is beautiful! Have a good day!

  • @dvanhottie
    @dvanhottie10 ай бұрын

    Please don’t ever leave Mary Ellen! You are one of the little joys that make me happy. I love your slacker tips! Brushes! Angie’s set is calling my name! Can’t think of a saying but if I do I’ll come back and add. Coffee is not helping. Bless you Mary Ellen!

  • @lisanoble8777
    @lisanoble877710 ай бұрын

    Oh MaryEllen, you are such a gem! Your tupperware celery container to soak your brush in, and your slacker ways just cracked me up! Please don't be hard on yourself and don't ever change. So much of the internet is fake and an illusion, but you are so real and so genuine. I think it is human nature that we don't like the sound of our own voices. It never sounds the same recorded as we think it does coming out of our mouths. Your voice is soft and lovely. I can't believe you're turning 70 - you look gorgeous! The T is silent in often, and I would say "given" too. I tend to say "Ah rats!" and my friends call me Charlie Brown. And I often remind myself that "a change is as good as a rest". That brush set looks fabulous! Have a wonderful week, MaryEllen and you keep enjoying your October birthday month.

  • @kimberlymclees8189
    @kimberlymclees818910 ай бұрын

    Hi MaryEllen! I was surprised and sad when you said it was hard for you to make videos. You seem so calm and easy-breezy. It makes you so enjoyable to watch. I'm glad that you're still going to make videos and I appreciate it as I'm sure all your subscribers do. You really are a blessing in our lives. My saying is--I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I'd love to win the cash but if I don't that's okay, too. Have a great week!

  • @juliegraham4712
    @juliegraham471210 ай бұрын

    October is my favorite month of the year. Right now we are having a little hot spell and then it's going to start raining. We don't seem to have days where it's sunny but cool and crisp outside. We now go from hot weather to nothing but rain. I have been cleaning my brushes wrong 🤦 I'm glad to hear you are going to continue doing videos. I look forward to Sundays just so I can see you. I hope you and Jim have a good week.

  • @mariannefolk5406
    @mariannefolk540610 ай бұрын

    Mary Ellen, please don’t stop your videos, I love your slacker ways! Honestly, I don’t know how you gals do it. Several years ago, I started a KZread account and tried to record videos. I couldn’t do it. I was too critical of my looks, couldn’t stand my voice, and felt ridiculous. I have such admiration for you ladies who have entertained and educated us for years. I’m crazy about those travel brushes! That said, I would not refuse a cash prize! PS I turned 70 in May and am a fellow Mary and word and diction critic. The frequent use of the word “Anyways” makes me crazy.

  • @rosezagaja8073
    @rosezagaja807310 ай бұрын

    I'm an English Major, so I can relate to your issues with terminology! I try not to correct others as my own mother did religiously with me! I just BRUSH it off and keep going!

  • @At2069-j9y
    @At2069-j9y10 ай бұрын

    Hello dear MaryEllen. You really are aging backwards! You look amazing but most importantly you have good health. I was a slacker with skin care and that really shows. 🎉Have a Happy October birthday 🎉 Welcome to the 70’s club! I turned 70 in August. You are a perfectionist just like me. I understand your struggles all to well. We are so critical of ourselves and whatever we do it’s never good enough for us because of that we often procrastinate because we know it can’t be good enough in our eyes. Everyone is a work in progress. My saying is ‘if you can’t say something nice don’t say nothing at all.’ Tomorrow it’s our granddaughter’s 9th birthday I sure can use some cash for that. As always I enjoy your bloopers. Please keep the videos and bloopers coming. Until next time. Sorry this turned into a speech 😳

  • @Irena-Irena
    @Irena-Irena10 ай бұрын

    Happy Birthday Beautiful 🎉🍁🍰. I’m like you when it comes to those trendy words! I just can’t and have never used them, especially gifted which irks me! Maybe it’s our age? Lol. I only can think of one saying at this moment and it’s “We can do hard things “ which is a plaque in my occupational therapist office. I see or twice a week since breaking my wrist twice within a 10 month period! Yes, therapy is difficult , but the outcome is worth it! A gift of Cash would allow me to buy a new eye shadow palette (haven’t bought one in years) from the gorgeous KZreadr, Nikol Johnson, who love teaching makeup tips for the mature women. She has a small makeup line. Enjoy your weekend dear MaryEllen❤

  • @barbraluce5706
    @barbraluce570610 ай бұрын

    Happy. Happy. Happy BIRTHDAY to you. Cash would be my choice. Since moving to Florida, I have picked up the saying " breathe in breathe out, move on" and for several years, the words of an Italian friend, "least said, soonest mended"

  • @bingersinger1517
    @bingersinger151710 ай бұрын

    I appreciate the brush cleaning explanation! I have always used my fingers, so brush care is new to me! Thank you .

  • @gwen3471
    @gwen347110 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for offering the brush set. I hope to have the travel brushes some day. Your honesty, kindness and integrity are greatly appreciated. I love your channel!

  • @trenaphillips1973
    @trenaphillips197310 ай бұрын

    Firstly, I love your leopard top. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and thoughts with us. I don’t watch You Tube videos a great deal, but when I do, I enjoy yours. You have an intelligent, calming and lovely demeanour. I’ve learned some good stuff from you. 😊 I am 64 and although it goes in phases, the past several days I have been oddly and disconcertingly forgetful. I have always loved words and through voracious reading when I was young, and throughout my life, I have developed a better than average vocabulary; however, lately I struggle to find words. It can happen a few times in a short conversation. It’s maddening…and embarrassing to be honest. I start to worry and then it passes and I’m good again for a couple months. I am hoping it’s just stress related. I can’t imagine video taping myself, watching it back would be a nightmare. We are our own worst critics. I am Canadian so I’m making a turkey with all the trimmings today. It’ll be lovely to share it with my daughter and some dear friends. I know your Thanksgiving is in Nov, but have a lovely Sunday and hang in there. You are appreciated!

  • @kjohnsonshelton0923
    @kjohnsonshelton092310 ай бұрын

    I hope you have the happiest birthday ever, sweet Mary Ellen!🎂💖🎂 please try not to criticize yourself so much…none of us are perfect. You are SO loved! I use only one cosmetic brush - a cheap eyeliner one - because I don’t have the cash in my tight budget to purchase high quality ones. Thank you for sharing, venting, and advising❤️😘 I’ve used the phrase, “this, too, shall pass”, for as long as I can remember- it reminds me that both the good and bad times are only temporary!

  • @debbiehill2285
    @debbiehill228510 ай бұрын

    Hi MaryEllen, I missed your video yesterday. We had company. And we were gone today. But finally got to see you. You look so nice in your top or dress. Happy Early Birthday….. I am so thankful you’re going to continue making videos. You are one of the first people I started watching when I started YTube. You are a breath of fresh air. Please don’t be so critical of yourself. I understand however. I am very critical of myself. You are so generous. I would love the brushes or cash. Praying you and Jim are doing good. Take care my friend. Blessings and prayers. 🙏💕

  • @lindarateman2740
    @lindarateman274010 ай бұрын

    Enjoy your videos, Mary Ellen! You are so sweet and thoughtful. I am a retired nurse and 72. Life is good and I put a little HaPpY in every day. The brushes or the cash would be fun to win. Thanks for being there for us!💗

  • @kellypeters8330
    @kellypeters833010 ай бұрын

    You are beautiful inside and out...I so enjoy your content. Happy Birthday, my Mother just turned 82... Love BK and their brush sets.... My Grandmother always said " Life is change, and change is life"...stay well and happy ❤

  • @leek7987
    @leek798710 ай бұрын

    Okay, my mother always said "well, for crying out loud". I find myself, at 68 saying it often. It saves me from saying cuss words. I would love to have a BK brush, or more, I also am very fond of cash. In other words anything you offer is good with me. You have to be the most generous KZreadr and I am always happy to see you.

  • @nancygipson3123
    @nancygipson312310 ай бұрын

    I would love to try the concealer brush. My mother’s favorite saying: “If you watch your pennies, the dollars will take care of themselves.”

  • @kathydaegling1588
    @kathydaegling158810 ай бұрын

    Good morning MaryEllen: I am so happy to hear that you will continue to do videos. I have enjoyed each and every one. You have taught me so many tricks and tips which I implemented in my daily life. You are sincere, never pushy with products and provide useful information. I have been a little behind in watching due to carrying for my brother, fracturing my shoulder and suddenly having this horrible flu for 5 days now. As for sayings, I think “patience is a virtue” might be the one I use the most. Turning 71 on 9-11 was difficult for me. I suddenly felt old but knew I had to keep moving forward. Time has slowed down from when I worked and had energized bunny status. May you have the best birthday 🎂 🎉. ❤️Kathy

  • @MaryEllenAfter60

    @MaryEllenAfter60

    10 ай бұрын

    I waited until I closed the giveaway before getting back to you, Kathy. Sure hope your 2nd 5 day trip with you brother is behind you!! I worry that you don't take of yourself, my friend. Thank you very much!! Many blessings, and peace...MaryEllen

  • @user-dr4rj1ne6w
    @user-dr4rj1ne6w10 ай бұрын

    You are the sweetest lady on KZread. October 1st I turned 72. Everyone has a chance to be young But, not everyone has a chance to be old I would be so happy to be a winner for cash. I could definitely use this. May your days be filled with blessings and happiness 🙏❤️🙏

  • @mariad7915
    @mariad791510 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen

  • @AnnJoyce908
    @AnnJoyce90810 ай бұрын

    MaryEllen I look forward to seeing you on Sunday’s. Love your calmness and the information you share. You are an amazing, kind hearted women. I certainly will be trying your way to clean my brushes. Thank you for all you do and your give aways of cash and brushes ❤️

  • @sharonczalbowski457
    @sharonczalbowski45710 ай бұрын

    Happy October 🍂and Happy Birthday🎂🎉 Mary Ellen. Seventy looks good on you!! Don't sweat the small stuff and this too shall pass are my faves. My job involves working with the public. I think to myself, "the better the grammar, the clearer the message." I read that somewhere and thought how true! The brush set is awesome. Thank you for the opportunity. Also, thank you for your hard work on your videos. It shows. Cheers to celebrating you, enjoy your special day❤.