Hi Ladies! I am back from my wilderness trip. Fully rested in my mind and soul, and thoroughly tired out in my muscles and body from all the fresh air and activities we did. It was amazing. I thought I would share a few pictures of my trip, plus just one of the goodies that was waiting on my doorstep when I got home….making coming back that much easier (other than missing modern technology and all my lovely blogger/twitter friends and awesome readers). 
The roads were so windy and rolling. I loved the drive, albeit a long one! At least the view was stunning!
The pretty changing leaves against the ones that were still green was so captivating to me. I snapped several photos with the same contrast. Anyone who thinks you need to go to Vermont to see beautiful color has never been to the Midwest in early October 
Of course, all of the dogs couldn’t wait to swim. Note the crystal clear water. We used this spring fed water to bathe in and my hair has never been softer. I want to import this water to my house.
This Loon kept following us around. It was so cute. It swam back and forth underneath our raft. I feel like it was taunting the dogs, daring them to try and chase it. The loons calls during the day and at dusk were so chilling and haunting, yet serene at the same time. It was probably one of my favorite parts of the trip. Google Loon calls if you have never heard one. They have several different calls and all are equally lovely.
Again, the contrast is what struck me here. Simple mug against green moss (of which there was plenty around).
Brinkley decided to try climbing out on this log….
…and quickly fell off. Luckily, the sandy bottom was gentle on his paws. Of course, being the stubborn boy he is, he promptly decided to try climbing on the log again.
I look forward to this SO much. Plain marshmallows do nothing for me. But roast them over a fire and I’m a total addict. I consumed more than my fair share. xD
It’s views like this that make me never want to leave a place. It made taking a break from everything that much more special and worth it.
This is quite possibly my favorite photo of the trip. I already have a frame that this picture is going in. The water was like glass, making such cool reflections. It looked particularly beautiful at dusk *cue loons calling*
AND…
On to the special treat and giveaway. I went ahead and ordered MAC’s MSF in Lightscapade after hearing so much about this ethereal glowing highlighter. Once I found out it was being repromoted in the MAC Fall Colour Collection (out this week) I knew I wanted to test it out. It didn’t disappoint.
MAC Lightscapade MSF
It’s so hard to capture the different reflects in this MSF. But, suffice it to say that my version (all are different due to the unique veining) shines peach, pink, gold and opal/iridescent.
MAC MSF Lightscapade Swatch
In this picture you can kind of see the pink and gold flashes. It depends on which angle you view and the lighting. What I really like about this MSF compared to others is that it isn’t frosty. It isn’t chunky or gritty. It is smooth and silky and adds a gorgeous glow. I could see this being a great winter highlighter too.
AND, because I always want to give back to you lovely ladies, one of you lucky gals is going to win one too! It hasn’t arrived yet, but when it does I will add the picture of the veining you will be receiving. I wanted to get this post up ASAP because it looks like the collection went live online tonight.
The Rules:
- Contest is open internationally
- Contest starts Sunday Sept. 25th, 2011 and ends on Oct. 1st, 2011 at Midnight CST.
- You must be a follower on Google Friend Connect
- You must leave a comment on this post telling me what MAC item you wish MAC would bring back permanently. It can be anything! (comments without this answer will be disqualified)
- Please leave your GFC name and use an email address that I can contact you at if you win.
Extra Entries:
- “Like” Bloomin’ Beauty Blog on Facebook and leave a comment on the wall letting me know what your favorite makeup item for fall is.
- Follow me on Twitter @BloominBeauty5 and RT the following “Follow @BloominBeauty5 and RT to win a MAC MSF in Lightscapade http://tinyurl.com/64y9ejz!”
I loved being away, but I also loved coming back. A good time was had by all, and I can’t wait to do it again soon. And again, thanks for making blogging so much fun ladies!
This Giveaway is now closed. Congrats to lovely Canadian blogger Arianne of Glitter Geek! I use random.org for my giveaways at present. You don’t have to be a blogger to win. Thanks to everyone who entered!
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i want them to bring back the barbie collection
OH my goodness Danielle your photographs are stunning! I’m so happy you had a wonderful time, it looks so zen. (And your pups look like they were thrilled to be along with you!).
I would jump for joy if MAC brought back Perfect Topping MSF. I missed out on it and I’ve been hunting it down for ages. GFC: Getting Cheeky.
♥ Jessica
Duh me: gettingcheeky@gmail.com
I just want Viva Glam Cyndi back
I don’t really care for both Viva Glam Gagas!
romilamarie@yahoo.com
GFC: Romzs/Norwegianelephant
I agree with Romzs, I want Viva Glam Cyndi back.
GFC: Katherine
Email: kchorn at gmail (dot) com
I also commented on your Facebook page.
Cutie Eye Shadow x4, love the colors!
Those pictures look like my area (Preston County, West Virginia)
Enter me, please! Thank you!
I’d love the MAC matte lipstick in Bronx back.
Name/GFC: Rachel Villanueva
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Twitter: outdoor_kitty
Link: http://twitter.com/#!/outdoor_kitty/status/118168495656665088
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Yaaaay! So happy ure back! Sounds like you had an amaaazing time! *hugs* We’ve missed ya girlie!
I actually never tried a MAC product before in my life… I know, right? Shocking! But I would love for Lightscapade to be my first one!
-Holly
I so wish I was there…the water, the marshmallows, the dogs…my dogs would love that too! Glad you had a good time, fall is my fave time of the year and your pics sure do show why.
The I Get No Kick eyeliner from the Cham-pale collection, love it and it’s over half gone already
would buy 2 or 3 in a heartbeat if it was repromoted.
Follow on twitter and fb already as shannoninbc, http://twitter.com/#!/ShannoninBC/status/118175979096117248
What a great giveaway, thanks!
your trip looked so peaceful and serene
i would want mac to make stereo rose…or just more msf colors for that matter, permanent . how did you get lighscapade so early?! lucky girl.
kellyyes on gfc. kellyyesblog@gmail.com for email.
GFC: Destinee
Email: lovedestineeblog@gmail.com
I wish back would bring back Warmth of Coral Mineralize blush from the last collection because I didnt get a chance to pick it up before it was gone. =(
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I would bring brand Viva Glam Cyndi! It is so beautiful and wearable, I’m dreading the day I use mine up!
Following via GFC as emmabovary
email is emma.m.brooks@gmail.com
So glad, you had a good time
I’d bring back the starflash e/s! I follow as “Lisi” and I’ve retweeted here:
http://twitter.com/#!/Liisilu/status/118204852168957952
<3 Lisi (liisilu@web.de)
It looks absolutely stunning where you went. I’m not a camping fan but places like that for walks are amazing. Glad you had a good time!
I’d love for MAC to bring back Stereo Rose. I’ve lusted after it for so long
I follow via GFC: princesselfy
Follow on Twitter and am off to tweet!
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i wish they bring the barbie collections back, i really loved it!
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Twitter name: @FatemaGill
tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/FatemaGill/status/118271226501283840
I follow via GFC (Summer Loren/slhxbeauty) & Also twitter (slhxbeauty) I tweeted too: http://twitter.com/#!/slhxbeauty/status/118281815688613888.
I would love for MAC to introduce the lipstick “Ever hip” to the permanent line as it looks so beautiful and every time it’s released I miss out on it!
summer.loren@hotmail.co.uk
Thanks for the giveaway
I wish MAC makes Viva Glam lipsticks permanent!
GFC name: spider girl
Love,
Ana
techiespidergurl at gmail dot com
You have the cutest dog ever!!! these pictures are amazing, the colors are just gorgeous!
That MSF looks gorgeous, I’d love to win one
It’s funny with the MSFs. I tried another one the other day and it was too glittery. This one looks like it has very finely milled shimmer so it’s much more wearable.
I’m kinda new to MAC (I only got back into them at the end of last year) but my favorite LE product was the Pink Power MSF from Wonder Woman. SO if they could bring that back by the time I finish mine, that would be great!
Awesome! I wish they’d bring back the mega metal eyeshadows, those looked great and I didn’t get a chance at them.
darceyparrott at gmail dot com
I did both the facebook & twitter extras, I’m @femputer1 on twitter.
Oh my gosh! this is so generous of you! I was really excited they brought back porcelain pink and lightscapade for this collection, but I also wish they would bring back the blushes from the Hello Kitty Collection! email: ktcourington (@) gmail.com I follow you on GFC as Kelly, and on twitter as @kellybelly04!
GFC:ct1980
email:ct1980@hotmail.com
I would love to see them bring back Devil blush from the Manish Collection:)
I follow on twiiter as @bastibony and tweeted here:http://twitter.com/#!/Bastibony/status/118898588024700929
Also now following your FB page as Christine Loeffler Torkos
I would bring brand Viva Glam Cyndi.
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GFC: SWEET GIRL
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tweet this link:http://twitter.com/#!/cutegirlsaid/status/118364576399106048
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i want them to bring back “Mac 16 pcs brushes, MAC eyeliner gel hello kitty black,Discount Mac Cosmetics Mascara 3colors” i love them AwsOme “MAC Cosmetics”
Hope i win thank u:)
Probably going to be a popular one, but I want Stereo Rose and Porcelain Pink permanent! Maybe a huge range of perm MSFs in general!
GFC: 6ftinheels
& I retweeted on twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/6ftinheels/status/118372036765691904)
Those picture are gorgeous. Love your dog, my St. Bernard is afraid of water no idea why.
Wish MAC would bring out collections from the last few years, this years have been awful. I wish the eyeshadow moth brown from the Barbie loves MAC collection was permanent, i’ve completely hit pan and have hardy anything left.
GFC: LAURA*LOVES*MAKEUP
Email: laurasaraevans@gmail.com
OMG! Look at Brinkleface.
So cute. And I love the serene nature shots. You are quite the photog, eh?
Thanks for the giveaway. This looks so much better than the shimmerbomb that is Stereo Rose. I wish MAC would make Pearglides permanent. I love those things!
GFC: Arianne, and I tweeted and commented on FB.
Danielle you really are so kind and generous.first you granted my wish of the mac swatches post and now you’re having a give away and it’s a MAC product.i would love love to win this since it’s still a couple of months away beofre i can finally grab hold of some MAC blushes for my birthday.i would love this mac product to be myfirst mac product and for it to come from you well i will treasure and love it even more.it looks so gorgeous i need it in my life like ASAP.
I followed you on google friend connect atleast i think so anyway.my name is Diane or diane joaquin or Diane11792 not sure which on can you just check for me danielle?i’m pretty sure i follow you on google friend connect because i adore your blog it’s just than i’m not good with the internet so i would appreciate it if you can chech for me if im already a follower by replying to this comment.
i also follow you on twitter my twitter name is dianejoaquin so just searched for me and yes i retweeted the tweet about this giveaway but i suck at retweeting but i did it.just check again i suppose.let me know if i did everything right ok?i don’t want to miss the opportunity of entering this fabulous giveaway held by my personal beauty fairygodmother.
my email Diane 11792@yahoo.com *now hoping and praying you’ll have reason to use this email to tell me i won.and ask for my shipping adress* lol. ;P have a nice day danielle.
Great giveaway!!
I would love it if MAC would make the Blogger’s Obsessions line permanent because all of those colours were so gorgeous!
I follow via GFC: NikitaNacht
wow!! such a beautiful place……
I’d love the MAC MSF in Petticoat back.
GFC: preciouspearl
Twitter: pearlmakeup
Link: https://twitter.com/#!/pearlmakeup/status/118459264086978560
FB: Precious Pearl
Commented on FB page.
I wish MAC would bring back Marine Life! I’d celebrate with roasted marshmallows if it really happened.
GFC: Ashley / Email: ashwaffle@gmail.com
I definitely follow you on GFC, and I wish MAC would bring their Hibiscus lippie from the Surfer Baby collection back and make it permanent because I never got to get my hands on it!
It looks *so* beautiful there, I’m truly jealous.
I’d love them to bring back the Stereo Rose MSF, just so I can see what everyone raves about! Failing that, the cheek powders from To The Beach and Surf, Baby with the seahorse and flower on them.
I was following via Bloglovin’ because I’m an idiot and couldn’t find the GFC button but I’ve found it now! But my GFC name is SilhouetteScreams and my email is silhouettescreamsblog at gmail dot com
I’ve also liked your FB and commented as Janelle Dazzlepants, and tweeted as @jerryfetus
I wish Mac would bring back Love Nectar gloss.
I follow on GFC as Polarbelle
Retweeted the giveaway as polarbelle123
Commented on facebook as Shelley Plummer
I think that was everything, right? Oh man, they need to bring back Goldbit eyeshadow!
The fact that I thought you were actually talking about a looney person for a half a second is really sad! Welcome back and glad you had a great time.
Wishing MAC would bring back Marine Life just because I want that shiny seahorse again
Thanks for the great giveaway! I would love MAC to bring back the Starflash shadows! I wasn’t into MAC yet, when they were out :/.
GFC: Erin El Issa
Email: elissa.erin17@gmail.com
Twitter: I already follow (@toblushornot17) and I tweeted – http://twitter.com/#!/toblushornot17/status/118694397675192320
Facebook: I already like (Erin Lindsay Al Essa) and I commented
Thanks again!
I’d really love to see the Beige-ing Shadestick again! Thanks for the great giveaway
GFC: KelseyA
kelseyalford@msn.com
Followed and tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/kelsey_alford/status/118732524154400768
I would like to see a come back in the permanent line of the 184 duo fibre fan brush.
GFC: scrapgalgr
scrapgalgr@yahoo.gr
Viva Glam Cyndi for sure!!!
GFC: Rinny
email: erinpiker@gmail.com
Nude Rose lipstick or the kissable lipcolors!
I wish they would bring back Bad Fairy (nail polish)!
GFC: Ruth
I like your FB page and commented about my fav make-up item (as Ruth Gistelink)
Following you on Twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/RuthGBCN/status/118984747350368256
Thanks!! xx
I wish MAC would bring back Lollipop Loving lipstick!!! I love it sooo much!
xoxo
Tania
Hi Danielle! I would without a doubt wish they would bring back Ripe Peach Ombre!
Justine theproductrater@gmail.com
I follow on twitter and have retweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/productrater/status/119164930795638785
Enter me please! I want them to bring back the Hello Kitty collection.
GFC name: fisiwoman
Email: fisiwoman at hotmail dot com
Following on FB (Ana Belén R M)
Following on twitter (@Fisigiawa) and tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/Fisigiawa/status/119415221306671104
Hi!
Enter me please ^^
I love a lipstick from mac: Lazy day. I have it, and I don’t want to use because I don’t want to finish it :_
Nick GFC: Maribel F,
Email: mfuentes1987@gmail.com
I liked your facebook page, as Maribel Fuentes.
I follow you on twitter as makeupmb, and I retweet
http://twitter.com/#!/makeupmb/status/119499305571713025
Thank you for the giveaway! xoxo
GFC: Sarah S.
smsolomo at hotmail dot com
I wish they’d bring back Mellow Mood lipstick! It’s like Hue with a perfect amount of shimmer
Viva Glam Cyndi! It is one of my favorite lipsticks.
My GFC name is Annette M.
Hi from Spain!!
I´d want the pigment melon back.
GFC name: bambaki83
Email: mimica69(at)hotmail(dot)com
I follow u on twitter as @bambaki83 and I tweeted about your giveaway here: https://twitter.com/#!/bambaki83/status/119780090849673217
thanks,
I wish they’d bring back Pink Frost blush- I may be wrong about the name, but it was a great blush they discontinued. Le sigh.
GFC: malkatz
fashuneesta[at]aol[dot]com
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/giveawaygirlie/status/119898425671155712
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Left a comment on FB!
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GFC Name: Patricia Colucci
I wish they would bring back “Tint Frost” Cream Blush.
You are quite the photographer!!! Keep up the good work!!!!
I liked your page on FB as “For the sake of giveaways”.
I also left a comment on your wall: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=176296032449396&id=125947130817620
I followed you on Twitter as “AletaColucci”.
I also tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/AletaColucci/status/120316598388133889
Thanks for the giveaway!!!