I know that everyone has had that conversation with friends, or whoever, and to paraphrase “if I could do it over again!” phrase comes up. Then the conversation turns into all sorts of the shoulda, coulda, wouldas. Well, that phrase sparked this blog. Those words resonate throughout my mind, body, and soul daily. If I … Continue reading Note To Self
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Check on Your Strong Friends
Just because she can light up a crowded room, doesn’t mean she’s not broken. Just because she wears a smile on her face doesn’t mean she’s not damaged. Just because she grinds and works hard to be labeled INDEPENDENT doesn’t mean that she’s not weak. Life has a crazy way of putting us in situations … Continue reading Check on Your Strong Friends
Big3 Tournament 2018
This is the second year of Ice Cube’s Big3 tournament and it was as 10 times better than last year. The Big3 tournament is a summer 3-on-3 tournament that consist of retired NBA players and other B league stars. The games were even better this year. This year some great past players came out from … Continue reading Big3 Tournament 2018
Sephora Play! June 2018
So no one told me that Sephora had a beauty box. I love Sephora and so many of the products that they sell in their stores. When my coworker told me about their box I instantly signed up. It’s only $10 and you receive a customized bag with about 4 - 6 product samples in … Continue reading Sephora Play! June 2018
On Cloud McManus Bridal Shower
This past weekend I had the pleasure of attending my beauticians bridal shower. It took place at The Allure, in Chesterton, IN, a venue that I had not had the pleasure of attending before but it was beautiful on the inside. This by far has been one of the best bridal showers that I have … Continue reading On Cloud McManus Bridal Shower
BoxyCharm June 2018
June’s box is called the Caribbean Queen which is perfect for the summer months ahead. Let’s see what Boxy sent this month. Alamar - Reina del Caribe $28 The palette consists of 8 different shades which is inspired by the culture of Cuba from metallic to creamy rich matte. The shades can be used to … Continue reading BoxyCharm June 2018
Ispy June 2018
This month’s is bag features a bold red and pink color block swatch. Let’s see what Ipsy sent me this month. BEAUTY FOR REAL - I-Line 24-7 Eyeliner $14 This eyeliner was made to withstand the hot summer days. It has a gel-based formula that is highly-pigmented, long-lasting, and waterproof. The vitamin E conditions, nourishes, … Continue reading Ispy June 2018
Father’s Day Dance 2018
13 years late and this event is still a successful one. Ronney and my mom really put a great party together. They have vendors present, booths for pictures, raffles , and let’s not forget the best dressed mother and father contest. It’s a really great party. Even though, I wasn’t really up to going to … Continue reading Father’s Day Dance 2018
TDE Presents: The Championship Tour
I’m probably one of the only ones that I know that stalks their emails. I’m always ready to do something, especially a concert. When I saw this concert hit my email I was really interested because SZA was performing and she’s one of the hottest women artist out right now. One day I was … Continue reading TDE Presents: The Championship Tour
All School Alumni Basketball Game Weekend 2018
This year the young lady who puts together the basketball game collaborated with another event thrown in the city, the Annual All White Affair, to have both events on the same day. The basketball game is one of the most anticipated events for my age range of the year. The game was held at my … Continue reading All School Alumni Basketball Game Weekend 2018