Monthly Check In

Whats going on everyone!  I am tired and a whole lot of other things...but I'm happy so who cares!

Good news. I am back in school and taking 18 credits while working full time.  Some days I think I have taken on too much, then I am rewarded with a perfect grade on a research paper and all is well and right in my world again.  In case anyone is interested, I am studying Elementary Education and hope to one day go into Administration.

Bad news.  I can't believe I am sharing this but mid- August I was demoted at my job.  It was the most embarrassing thing I have had to go through in awhile.  Honestly, I still don't know what I did wrong because my supervisor NEVER talked to me about it.  The whole year I had the position parents and the principal at my school had no complaints.  After being angry and depressed for awhile (a long while) I decided that obviously this organization isn't it for me. I mean, it is a stop on the path that God has already set in place for me!  So whatever.  I'm over it but I am also over this particular organization and am treating this like the J-O-B that it is.

If I hadn't gotten demoted honestly I wouldn't be back in school right now.  I would have given a lame attempt to get back in again but not really pursued it.  Sooo all that to say...I no longer worry about the things that are happening all around me because my steps are ordered by God.  Manifest destiny.  Yeah.

My natural hair journey is coming along.  Look at my hair!  This is not even my 'fro.  it has grown back and then some since I chopped all of my relaxer off in February.  

Guess what! I finally won a give away!  Yes, yes yall!

Mrs Hall In Training sent me some FABULOUS bangles from her trip to Cancun!  I cannot wait to wear them!  I will be sure to post a pic from whatever I wear them with!  Thanks again Diva!

I WANT THESE TORY BURCH FLATS!

I will settle for these from Target.  I'm going to buy them tomorrow actually.

They have another flat pair...I may get those instead.  We will see...the last pair of leopard kitten heels I had I wore them until they fell apart.  Not an over-exaggeration my husband was my boy-friend and he promised to buy me some more if I threw them away.  He never did.  I was duped...but then maybe not.  I got the husband instead.  : )

Okay I have  talked enough! Enjoy the rest of your week!

Minty Fresh

I hope everyone had a great weekend!  I had two trainings this weekend and saw some old friends at what was called "Diva Night".  So I was actually productive!

This post is totally random but I just cracked open a new tube of toothpaste and used it this morning after being STUCK with what was one of the biggest disappointments of the century.  Ok I am over exaggerating but missing the mark does not even being to describe how FAIL this toothpaste we tried was.

So I was at Target or maybe Publix.  I don't know I was somewhere shopping and came across Burt's Bees natural Toothpaste and got super excited.  Me...being the Brand Whore that I am thought it would be a good idea to try it.  I mean I LOVE their chap stick (original not all that other fruity crap) and have been using it for years and years and years.  Why would I stop to think that maybe their toothpaste wouldn't be as great as their chap stick.  Talk about brand loyalty.  Too bad the stuff was awful.  Imagine going through a whole tube of toothpaste feeling like your mouth didn't reach its full potential each and every day!  IMAGINE IT!  I wanted to throw it away but my husband, in an effort to teach me a lesson about always needing to change stuff that doesn't need to be changed, insisted that we finish the tube.

Thank God we squeezed that last bit of hell out of that tube this weekend.  I was able to go back to my soul mate...Tom's of Maine!  I will never forsake Tom's again.  I'm done sampling and am ready to commit permanently.  Period.  Its the best...its the best natural toothpaste I have found.  Sorry Burt's you missed the mark!

Color Coded

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.  My life has been a trial in patience.  ::deepsigh:: But its all good.

So Fall is around the corner.  I have been saying that I am NOT wearing black and gray all day every day this year.  I'm determined to add some color to my wardrobe.  DETERMINED.

These colors are on trend for Fall 2010 and they give me goosebumps!  I love them!  And guess what!? Gray is on the list.  I will be wearing my gray pumps and booties this year.  BUT I'm not going over board with it.  I'm so excited.  The golden glow, coral and purple.  The lagoon!  ::doingthehappydance::

What colors are you excited about? Do you even care about the color trends...will you just do your own thing?  One thing I can say is, I am glad to have staple classic pieces that work with any trend! You can't go wrong when you go with your gut!  I love the feelings that getting dressed and knowing I look fab produces!

Anyways!  Have a great week lovelies!

Gots To Have It

I have not really been online this summer.  But now that I have more time on my hands I can web window shop.  I spied a few items that  I am in love with...so I'm going to share them with you all!  What have you had your eyes on recently?  Are you still enjoying summer wear or have you set your sights on fall!

I am all about the transition for now. Buying thinks that I can wear now and once the weather cools down.  I own all the staples.  Plenty of cardigans, a jean jacket, boots, tights, and scarves.  Right now I need a new black blazer and some brown riding boots.  

Evans...oh how I have missed thee!  This is fab...the roll up sleeves are the perfect length and the military inspiration is flawless.

Eshakti got this so right.  The pattern and silhouette is divine.

  

Torrid was not really speaking to me because I think they are over priced.  But this shirt is transitional.  I would work well with weather in Nashville because it could be layered under a sweater or vest and blazer.  Loving the mustard color.  Do to my middle I would either wear the belt higher up or eliminate it all together.

Avenue caught my eye with this colorful dress!  This would be wearable from summer into fall.  

I love this look from Avenue as well.  I'm getting this.  

Man I'm exhausted from shopping online.  I didn't find much because I'm rusty.  Give me a little time and I will be back to finding my deals. The main thing is that I am trying to get away from the black I have been wearing all summer and the gray I wore last fall and winter.  I am all about jewel tones, and neutrals.   I will also be picking up some boot cut and wide legged jeans.  I may need a break from the skinny leg phenomenon.

 That's all for now...I'm going to get a pedi.  The hardest decision I have to make this weekend is pink or red polish.  I love my life when it is stress free!

Enjoy your weekend!

Guess Who's Back!

Hey everyone!

I'm back again!  Truth is I haven't had the will or energy to post while I was still having to work Summer Odyssey (H&ll on Earth).  Now that that is over and I'm back to my everyday I will have plenty to say! 

First of all...let me say.  My phone is so crappy.  I have a blackberry that is not even a year old.  The trackball is funny acting AND my camera needs glasses.  I'm not over exaggerating...I'm so serious. 

OK don't believe.  LOOK!

See!  This is what I'm talking about!  Cloudy...like glaucoma!

Anyways.  I brought forth the message at church on Sunday. I was very surprised that I was going to have to do it.  But God blessed my socks off.  So I give Him praise for what He is doing in my life!

Fashion.  What does it means to you?  For me it is really about expression.  Its a way to connect and give others a glimpse of my personality without necessarily saying a word. 

Leopard flats say a lot about a person.  When I am wearing mine I feel invincible.  I feel way more powerful and confident when I wear my leopard flats than I do when I wear some black ones.  A big chunky funky necklace that doesn't match a thing I have on says more than you know.  Its like a silent rebellion.  It rides down the street on my neck screaming at passers by for no reason in particular other than that it is present. 

What statements do your clothes or accessories or style say about you!?

Summah Summah Summah-time....Summertime

So I have been gone forever.  I didnt give word that I was taking a break.  Sorry.  I just was not inspired to blog...or even be on the computer for that matter.

A few weeks ago...I had an epiphany that led me to start putting my resume out.  After I get a new job I will give more details on why I am going elsewhere.  You know everything and everyone is online and I wouldnt want to say anything that would be deemed negative by my employers while Im actually still working for them.  Can you say fired?  Right.

So I havent been doing much this summer.  Watching reality television, and spending time with our house guest.  Yes...HOUSE GUEST.  We are hosting a 9 year old girl that goes to our church for the summer.  We just want to put her in a different environment for the summer.  it has been an experience to say the least.  She has opened my eyes to MYSELF...I dont know how my husband can stand me.

So pretty much we have been shopping, eating fruit, and hanging by the pool at the YMCA!

I have been taking pictures but I have on my dumb work uniform so its not anything special.  I cant wait until I get a job where I can where what I want.  Or I have to dress up! I'm so excited!  THEN I will be having OOTD post like all of my beautiful blogging friends! I miss you guys!  I'm glad to be back!

Crosss My Mind

Can I just say...I LOVE JILL SCOTT!  Queen she is.  Fierce is her.  I love her. 

She is on tour with Maxwell...so don't miss it if they are coming to your city!

I just got back from the gym and I'm feelin' myself.  So hard.  I know its not proper English...grammar...whatever!  I'm feelin' myself...so hard.  I did a Spinning class on Saturday...and did  Step Aerobics class this morning then an hour walk.  I feel so good.  I'm going to start writing again.  I have a few ideas for some children's books and of course poetry.  I have been gone too long.

I do not have much to say!  I pray all is well with my interweb friends! 

We are each other's harvest; we are each other's business; we are each other's magnitude and bond. ~Gwendolyn Brooks