Friday, February 27, 2009

Grind Grind Grind = Double Standard


Goodmorning Beautiful People, I hope all is well. I had an interesting conversation last week and it has stuck with me. Must need to share it........


Last week was pretty hectic because I had midterms and was working more hours. My mind was racing on 15 different tasks I needed to complete. So after I left one of my classes that didn't end until 9pm, I headed to the library. My hood was up and headphone in my ears. I was not in the mood to talk to anyone. I tend to block out the world when I'm trying to get things accomplished. Well, while I was making copies, my Charles Hamilton song was interrupted. I looked up to see a young male asking about a printer that they moved to the front of the library. I informed him of the location and quickly went back to what I was doing previously. In the next 20 seconds I looked up again and saw him still standing there.


I promptly paused my ipod and asked him if it was anything else I could help him with.


He just shook his head and asked, "Why do you always have your ipod in you ears? It seems like you always try to block out the world and you don't want to be bother by anyone all the time."


I simply cracked a half smile and responded " You're right, I don't like being bother by people and yes I tend to block out people and drama around me. I'm just simply focus, that's all."


He was pretty shocked at my reply. You can tell he's been curious about my behavior for awhile.


He asked, "Why is that?"


My response, " If I was a male you wouldn't have thought twice about my actions. If I was a male who kept on my headphones on and you saw me doing my work each day it would be totally different. You would just have given kudos on that young male staying on his grind and trying to make moves."


He did a sly smile and responded,"I can't even argue that point. You're right.You just don't see many females with your mindset. Most females number one priority is there relationship and boyfriend, So do you even have a boyfriend?"


My response got a tadbit loud and had to remind myself I was still in the library, " No sir, I do not have boyfriend. This is the farthest issue from my mind right now in life. I'm just focused! Why is this so hard for you to understand??"


He was starteld but clearly still curious,"Oh don't take this the wrong way but are you one of those bitter women who think all males are dogs?"


By this time I had went back to copying because i didn't have time for this mess.


I paused again and looked at him and stated "I don't understand why this concept is so hard for you to grasp but I'm focused. That's all! Why does every female mentality have to be wrapped around a male?? It's funny because a female very rarely takes away a male focus in life but a male easily will distract a female from her goals and dreams. No, I'm not bitter. Yes their are good males somewhere in this world but I'm definitely not going to wait and wrap my life around one. AND even if I did have a boyfriend I would be acting the same way. My boyfriend would be focused and we would still be making moves on our own. Did I answer all of your questions???"


His apologetic reply, "Yeah you did, I would just hate to see someone like you to ever become bitter towards love. It was nice to meet you still."


My tired reply, "Thank you for your concern. I will be fine.Nice to meet you also"




Womp Womp Womp.. Any thoughts. I don't know its interesting because after that conversation i noticed that other females I would talk to had to have some sort of male in their life. If not boyfriend to boyfriend, it was a friend with benefits just so they don't feel lonely. I'm knocking anyone in a relationship but in this age range I can tell that if is a difficult task to balance both.

Guess what?? I have a small secret??here it goes.........


"YOU WILL NOT MELT IF YOU'RE SINGLE. I PROMISE IT'S NOT A DISEASE"


Live, Laugh, Love, Pick up new hobbies, dance around learn how to cook:)(by the way my boneless chicken breast were pretty good if I say so myself) live in a dream, live health conscious, most important develop your Spiritual Relationship..the list can go on but this shows how much you can do in life....without losing yourself in someone else.


Miracles & Blessings


God Bless

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Berries & Cream



Random! I know But I think its because I bought a pack of Starburst and made me think of this commercial!

Oh Gets Me Everytime!!!

Miracles & Blessings

God Bless

**Bliss List**


Bliss List

1. Leaving Church and letting A Good Sermon Marinate


2.The Final 5 minutes of your work shift!( It's amazing you can be tired the entire shift but at the end you get a full burst of energy)


3. Laying Upside Down on your bed just looking up at the ceiling fan as if its going to change directions magically.


4. Anita Baker


5. Making Funny Faces to yourself in the mirror...extremely liberating!


6. A Good Book that sticks to you! When you find a character you hope to become or already are..


7. A Smile from a Stranger (Or if you're lucky maybe even a personal rap..yep it def happens on the trains in Chicago..I was still very obliged!)


8. Smooth Jazz


9.Buying Groceries when you actually have a List!


10. Being Productive


11. Talking to Yourself Randomly & Repeating your inner thoughts...Its quite hilarious


12. Wearing Hats & Heels!


13. Walking across the street at a stop sign and traffic has to wait for you...Its like you own personal fashion Show for about 10 seconds!woo woo!!


14. When the perfect song plays on your ipod to fit whatever scene you're in..This happens most when I'm on the train at night..I feel like I'm in someone's music video.


15. Actually being able to eat something you cooked! Its wonderful! soo i'm a pre-ginner in cooking(thats how bad it is).. I ate the best homemade tacos yesterday!


16. Being able to Pay ALL of your bills and still have spending money!! i'm Working on it still.


17.Laughing Out Load in the most inappropriate times because you remember what a friend did previously that had you dying! Example Allison imitating Taylor off of Rachel Zoe Project its Hilarious!!!


18. President Barack Obama!!!!!!!!!!!


19. Doing Something you have no business doing!! For me this is singing on the top of my lungs when my roommates are asleep..Oh it has me cracking up each time!


20. Thrifting!! You walk out feeling that You just Hit the Lotto!!


well that's all I can think of today. I'm sure I could go on for days if I wanted:0 Count your Blessings


Miracles & Blessing!!


God Bless

Saturday, February 14, 2009

Valentine's Day..I Guess

Happy Valentines Day!

Gnarls Barkley - Who's Gonna Save My SOul

Watch...




I couldn't resist posting this vid on V-Day:0 I guess I'm pretty far from being love at this moment in life:

Miracles & Blessings

God Bless

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Inspirational Snack

-Photography Jill greensberg



“Fear grows in darkness; if you think there’s a boogeyman around, turn on the light.”


- Dorothy Thompson




Miracles & Blessings


God Bless!

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Oh, Here We Go!

SO one of my resolutions for 2009 was to take care of myself and stop being so lazy with my natural hair. Its pretty healthy I just never have time to try new ideas.So when ever I have down time I am looking at natural hair blogs for new products or ideas. I came across these videos on NappyHeadz.blogspot.com and was pretty speechless.

The first video seriously hurt my heart. I was watching it around 11p.m. last night. I was so irate I woke up my roommate to make her watch this foolishness! We ended up staying up for a good 2hours discussing how society tries to put black women in a certain beauty mold.. ....Check it out



Im glad the did a part two to get the Natural women opinions. ...Watch...



It still hurt my heart when they said they could not find any male to interview who apppreciated natural hair.

Well I LOVE my NATURAL HAIR and if it doesn't attract lil Tyrone from around the block, I could careless:)

Let that marinate.

Miracle & Blessings

God Bless

Friday, February 6, 2009

Raw Style


Hey, Numerous times I receive the question "Who is your style inspiration?' And I never have a response. I would have to say its a mix of my personality, whats flattering to my shape and how I wan to be represented as a person. Style is your personal Billboard. I have to say I cannot stand when you look at a person and see their style star inspiration..the two who I see on a daily are mini Kanye's and Rihanna"s running around the place. Don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong on giving props to certain people with their own style but just remember to do you in your style at all times. SO I'll be posting people who truly have personal style and to prove to people their are other females in the spotlight other than Beyonce and Rihanna to be inspired by.

I chose Zoe Kravitz as a dope chick because she has raw style. It's not tailored and clean around the edges it's just pure style.













I'll post more dope chicks later..

Miracles & Blessings

God Bless

Hot Joint

Greetings Everyone... Fly Joint

B.O.B. -"I'll Be In The Sky"



Miracles & Blessings

God Bless

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

"No Ordinary Love"


Greetings Everyone! As a New Years Resolution I told myself I'm going to post on a regular basis..or at least attempt . I'm in the library taking a break from studying for a writing break.I have a weird habit of while I'm writing, I lisen to the same song on repeat until I'm finished. Well today's joint is Sade "No Ordinary Love."


January 2009 has been a blessing in disguise in numerous ways. It's a fresh start. I 've decided to cut certain people from my life, embrace the present, and find positive in each situation. ..even more. I recently returned from New York for an internship interview. Just in this first month I have received an Internship for Seventeen Mag in the Fall. This is not only an unbelievable opportunity but a reminder that all my hard work is not in vain. Also I"ve have fallen in Love with Brooklyn, New York seriously now:0


But also with blessings comes trials. Unfortunately also in this past Month my mother was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. A trial or blessing in disguise? Many would ask how is any type of illness be a blessing. It's one because we as a family have come together and supported her. We have actually grown so much closer in this past month than ever. Our faith as a family will allow her to be healed:). Numerous times God has to break us down in order to build us up again. My mother is someone who is a bit hardheaded and extremely strong willed. Now she is in a position where the only thing she can do is to rely on the Son of God.


In any case, As I continue to be expose to what life has to offer my mentality continues to change. Time Never Stops. Simple, I know but it's really setting in right about now. As a child I felt as if the majority of my childhood was both clear and magical. No worries, No stress, No Life Lessons, No second guessing....I just lived without a care in the world. Never even thought about any type of a consequence to my choices. The real world seemed so far away from my thoughts and now I'm living through it. In order for me to continue to mature I have to realize that memories are just that...memories. My dreams are turning into reality. All of my childhood daydreams are slowly making it's way to reality;) I've realized life goes on no matter what. The wonderful thing about this concept is that you can determine how it goes on. Yes we all have situations that are out of our hands. I'm a full believer with strong faith, a positive mentality and determination we hold the power with each of our choices. So in 2009 I encourage all to take control of your destiny. God has a spectacular plan for all of us. Now all we have to do is stay on the path He has marked. God has put a hidden talent in all of us. Let 2009 be the year you dig it out;)


"I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me."

Phillipians 4:13


Miracles & Blessings


God Bless!