I Got A Feeling

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You know that feeling you get when you know it’s going to be a good day?  That assurance that takes over you, that can be displayed in every step you take?  That confidence you feel that guarantees your smile, and in return that smile becomes so catchy that others automatically smile back at you? You feel strong, motivated, focused even happy; you’re mentally prepared to conquer any and all obstacles that may pop up along the day.  You literally feel a deep appreciation for life, and are humbled at the opportunity to continuously make your dreams come true.  It’s a feeling of liberation.  No one can take away your shine.  You are on a mission, and it will be a success based on determination alone. Ladies, it’s your time to shine.  It costs absolutely nothing to wake up in this frame of mind. If there is one thing that I’ve experienced over the years, it’s the power of our thoughts and emotions.  Sure, it may not be possible to feel up beat and motivated all the time, but if you at least make the attempt it can make a world of difference….especially in shaping the day ahead of you.  Get the feeling ladies; it’s as simple as deciding to make a long term investment in YOU.

Have a GREAT one!

Spoil Me Wednesday: Celebrate & Embrace Your Age

A toast to you....

With every day, every month and eventually the completion of every year comes the obvious reminder that we are not getting any younger, but in fact getting older. There are those of us that embrace the coming of age by welcoming it with open arms and an agenda that fits the timeline of a new era, and there are those of us that shun at even the thought of getting old; they are the same people that turn off the lights, and hide in the dark of the shadows in hopes that if the date is not recognized all will stay the same—reality check ladies—time waits for nobody. Ultimately, we have no choice but to accumulate in years.  The positive side to all this is that with age comes a more stable line of freedom.  You now have the responsibility, to yourself, to choose a direct line towards your goals & dreams.  You have the opportunity to choose wiser, and doing this simply by comparing your life experiences.  The more you grow in maturity, the more you can reflect on your life as it was, and eventually come to realize it as it should be.  Currently I’m in my 30’s, and I’m absolutely loving it.  When I get to my 40’s I want to look back and say…"been there done that, now off to bigger and better."  With each year that approaches, I'm celebrating every single day of it...and you should too!

Have a GREAT one!

Spoil Me Wednesday: Sunbathing In Happiness



Do you believe in happiness?  I mean really believe in happiness in the way that you know that you are truly deserving of it?  In a way that just hearing the word “happy” is confirmation that you are living your life according to the direction of its path?  In the grand scheme of things, with life just being this huge cycle of reoccurring events, I guess it’s just easier to just open up a dictionary and have the term defined for you, rather than take time to search for the answer from within; however, can you really relate to what is being described on a page or do you wish to know the definition of your heart?  

I remember reading this quote, “There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness” (~Lady Blessington), and it really stuck with me.  There is a radiance that exudes from you when you are a billboard for happiness.  Not only is it apparent in your display and the way you portray yourself to others, but it also becomes evident in your mental and physical state.  Making a firm attempt to allow happiness to flow through your everyday life, will allow you the flexibility you need to progress towards self growth.   If you want to be happy, then do so.  In a realm of delight, a moment of pure joy is worth far more than one can imagine.  Pay attention to detail, take a closer look at the little things, analyze the stresses that forbids you from enjoying life’s simplicities; life’s true splendors.  Ultimately be humbled by the fact that you are alive and have been given the opportunity to start over each day.  Happiness is free for those who want it.  Today I plan to sunbathe in mine. 

Have a GREAT one!

The Encouragement of Words

Sometimes you read something that has an effect on you, and you wonder to yourself if it was written specifically with you in mind.   Fear is something that is evident in our lives, especially when we allow it be a factor.  To say to you should never be fearful is unrealistic, instead I say to you if fear becomes apparent don't let it control you.  Finding the strength to overcome barriers proves that there is still a fight inside of you.  Sometimes the biggest obstacles we face in life is the battle within.  Though it may take some time, there is nothing in life that you can't overcome. Ladies stay inspired, and motivated.  Be eminent in all that you do, for your quest for success in love and life is not in vain.

So You've Been There...Done That...Now Ready To Start Over...

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The best thing about a clean slate is the fact that there’s no limit as to how many times you can wipe it clean.  If you wake up one morning and realize that you no longer want to deal with the current circumstances of your life, then it’s time to think of a master plan.  There are so many fearful aspects that come along with a decision of this magnitude, but think of it this way, if the end result is for the betterment of your lifestyle and happiness than reassure yourself that you are on the right path.  Starting over is bitter sweet; bitter (in some cases) because of the life, the attachments and memories you’re attempting to leave behind, but sweet because of the motivation and inspiration that exhilarates you towards a chance at a fresh start.  No situation, in life, is too small to have an affect on you, or too big for you to come out of….it all starts with a choice.  There will be spectators in your life that will impose what they feel will be the best way for you to handle certain situations, but when it’s all said and done you are the architect of this project; therefore, sketch the design as you see fit.  If you have nothing else to cling on to for hope, just look in the mirror and search for the power to believe in your self.  Ladies, you are stronger than you think.  I firmly believe in the power of determination, because when you really think about it, the hardest choice was making the decision to start over…and you've already done that. 

This is the renovation of your life; stay encouraged for the best is yet to come.

Have a great day ladies!



Are You Searching For Yourself?



Ladies I hope the weekend brought good things, allowed time for you to complete errands and permitted a moment for some much needed rest and relaxation.  I myself, got a chance to catch up on some movies that I’ve wanted to see, and I’m delighted to let you all know that I finally saw “Eat, Pray, Love” and, in my opinion, it was incredible!  The movie really got me thinking about how far some of us would go to find inner peace?  Peace could be peace of mind, solitude, forgiveness, revelation; the ultimate search for emotional stability.  Ladies, not everybody could afford to travel the world to find themselves, nor find the flexibility to just get up and go; so does that mean the “you” that you’re searching for can never be found?  Stop for a moment and look around you—what do you see?  In your environment, you are surrounded by tools and resources that can aide you in a journey of self growth and revelation.  Look in the mirror, who is looking back at you?  Do you recognize this person? Is it really you or a version of the person you once were? Are you happy or disappointed with the image?  Maybe you're content; however, there are some things you would like to improve, but simply can’t find the motivation?  My point is, a journey of this magnitude cannot begin if you don’t have an idea of what you’re looking for.  Maybe you don’t have to look at all, but in the end only you can make that determination. 

Ladies, after watching the movie, what I’ve come to realize is that my appetite is ferocious when it comes to my self growth, and also eager to learn about the history and beauty of the world that exists around me.  It’s like the moment you become conscious of the importance of something you learned in a class, but up until that very moment you never knew why you needed to follow the agenda—and now all of the sudden you can apply it to your life and it all makes sense.  Ladies, I push for you all to stay focused on your goals this year, and not fear whether or not the outcome is successful. Be assured that as you continue taking steps towards your future, towards your dreams, you will become a living testament to the reality of them as you once only imagined it could be.  Understand fully and truly what it is that you seek to find within yourself, and through patience and consistency you can claim them. Ladies, we are at the realm overseeing our destinies, and it will all be revealed in time.  Ultimately, being successful in anything means believing in the power of yourself, and your willfulness to support the quest and the notion! 

For those of you interested in reading the book or seeing the movie:

                                                                      

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Have a great day ladies!

Flirting With A Different Fragrance

Ladies, it’s Friday and the weekend bells are chiming.   It’s also Super Bowl weekend, and as the infamous Sunday approaches I can hear the streets buzzing around me….almost everyone I know is going to a Super Bowl party (but me…lol).  If I do attend one, trust me it’s solely  for socializing purposes—catching up with friends and hanging out—because I don’t have a clue when it comes to football.  Ladies, all this excitement has me thinking about the way we run around when we're getting ready to go out.  In preparing for an event, (not just the super bowl) but any get together or function, I know as women we tend to obsess over looking good and feeling good, but seldom about smelling good; I think that’s because we are already confident in that department, because most of us are loyal to our fragrances- we find what works and keep it.  A good number of us are repeat offenders of continuously buying the same perfume, and I’m guessing it’s cause we've been infected by the “why fix it if it’s not broken?” syndrome.  Well I say, you can be cured just by changing it up a little or a lot, whatever the choice, trust me you’ll adore the concept.  Don't get me wrong ladies, there's nothing wrong with routine, but there's nothing wrong with being open to a change in sequence either...surprise yourself, you may like it.

Confession: I am a repeat offender of continuously purchasing Vera Wang Signature.

Yes I own multiple perfumes that I do dabble in from time to time, but my go to  fragrance, my everyday “spritz spritz” before I go anywhere is confined in a Vera Wang Signature perfume bottle.  It just goes with me.  Of course, I've received multiple compliments, especially in the beginning, and it's definitely an awesome choice, but recently I had the urge to change things up a bit (it has been a few years).  My sister introduced me to Mark Jacobs: Lola and just like that...I was hooked.  I still love my VWS, but now a days I’m venturing out and treating myself to different perfumes, and flirting with different fragrances.  The delicate scent of perfection is what I strive for.  I love it when I walk into a room and know that the scent of my perfume, even though it's light, will linger after I’m gone.  I'm all about lasting impressions, and trust me the beauty of your frgrance says a lot.  Ladies, If you want to try something new, here are some that I’ve been spoiled by: (I also snuck in a few colognes that I love to smell on a man….hey it’s Super Bowl Weekend, and they'll be all over the place…why not?!) 

Keep it light, but make it memorable :
  I AM LOVE-SICK OVER.....
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FOR HER:

Vera Wang Signature

Marc Jabos: Lola

Juicy Couture: Viva La Juicy

Chance by Chanel

Dolce & Gabbana: Light Blue

Organza by Givenchy

(a favorite of my moms, but always does the trick)

FOR  MEN

Sean Jean: I Am King & Unforgiveable

Marc Jacobs: MEN

Burberry Touch

BLEU by Chanel

Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

(I don't really love this on MY man, just on my favorite guy...my dad)



Enjoy your weekend festivities ladies! :-)

PS- If you have a suggestion for a fragrance that I may like, please leave me a comment or feel free to email me