Your opinion is needed

Hey lovelies!

I'm working on revamping my blog and soon you will see some changes.  Just want to get your opinion... what things do you want to see more of on my blog? Keep in mind that the focus of Lodie's Blog is single life, and all things that pertain to being single, ie. health, beauty, dating, relationships... with that in mind, what do you want to see more of, less of, or maybe something you want to see that you haven't seen. 

I'll also be doing give away contests soon, so keep a look out.  Any guest bloggers out there? I'd love to start a forum for guest bloggers.  As long as you're a relationship, beauty, or fashion blogger, please message me.  And also, if you have a product that you would like me to try, please message me.

Hair Journey

Lately I have become obsessed with achieving long hair.  I know, isn't everyone?!? ha! Truth is, the longest my hair has ever been is 2 inches past shoulder length.  It's not because my hair can't grow, but mostly because I haven't taken care of it properly.  I have been so determined for it to grow.  For the past year, my hair has actually been doing a pretty good job.  I haven't had any major breakage, which is a plus, and it looks healthier.  My goal is boob length in 2 years.  No, hair doesn't define me, so I suppose I just want it to prove to myself that I can have it. 

I've drastically changed most of my hair products.  I'm currently using.

Biotin B-Complex Shampoo.

I actually LOVE this product.  I read mix reviews on it, so initially I was apprehensive but it's been great on my hair.

Nature's Gate Conditioner

Another product that I'm obsessed with.  It adds lots of moisture to my hair.

Anyone else on a hair journey??

When should a woman pay on a date?

I get this question a lot from friends.  The other day I was having a conversation with a friend about a date that she went on, and she asked me, "when should a woman pay?" The question stumped me because I truly never know "the rules!" It's the 3rd date between my friend and the guy, but I told her that he should still pay.  I just believe that until you are in a relationship with the guy, you shouldn't open up your pocketbook. 

So I posed this same question to a much older woman that I know, and she stated that it shouldn't matter who pays on the date.  That, two grown people should be able to have fun without the pressure of the man always having to pay.  I can see her point, but I always assume that if a woman pays for the date the man will begin to expect her to pay almost everytime.

I once dated this guy, we'll call him Marc.  Well, he was a cheapstake off the back.  We dated for a few months.  After the 4th month, I decided to treat him to dinner.  Why oh why, did I do that?!?! because seriously homeboy was having his hand out from there on after.  It got so bad that we went all the way to a restaurant and when the bill came he replied, "I don't have any money!" Needless to say, I'm a bit traumatized when it comes to paying for a date.  

So to pay or not to pay, that is the question! 

Arsenio Hall to co-host Live with Kelly

I started this petition through change.org.  Let's get Arsenio Hall back on tv as a permanent co-host on Live with Kelly.  To take part, click on the link below and sign.  Spread the word!

Change.org|The Proven Petition Site

Homemade Sugar Wax

So this is kind of an old review that I simply forgot to blog about. lol.  I was bored a few weeks back and decided to make homemade sugar wax.  Hey, anything to save a little money.  The first three times were not a success.  I literally was getting a syrupy consistency, but it wasn't wax.  By the forth try, it was all money.  Here's the recipe I used.

2 Cups of raw sugar

1/4 cup of lemon juice

1/4 cup of water

A pinch of salt

First separate all the ingredients.  You will need to use a saucepan.  Set the stove top to high heat and add all of the ingredients.  Once it begins to boil, turn the stove down to medium heat.  Make sure that you are constantly stirring to get proper consistency.  After about two minutes turn down to low heat.  You'll know the mixture is done once it turns dark in color and course in texture.  Let sit for about 20 -30 minutes to cool. 

I recycled an old spaghetti jar to put my wax in, but I'm certain most glass jars will work.  Refrigerate after use and warm in hot water to reuse.  Try it out and let me know if you like it!