Let the countdown begin!!!!

                           

                

           

                   


                

So the final verdict is out and it's official I will be graduating!!!! But I've sort of been down and in a rut because I don't have a job after I graduate. But I had to stop myself and come back to reality, I have a roof over my head and my bills are paid and I still have a job when school starts in January so I can give myself 3 to 6 months to find a job in my career field. I'm so determined that I will take a part time job as a teacher just to get money and experience while I'm working on my masters degree.  patience is a virtue and I have little patience but at least I have some so it's a start.

Wisdom Woman Wednesday!!!! Karen Civil

            Karen Civil is a woman from Elizabeth, NJ. I ran across Karen while I was watching HOT.97 interviews and I just wanted to see what she was talking about and why she was on the radio show. As I began watching her interview I closely listened to what she had to say and the more she intrigued me. I did a little more research to find out what she really does and to sum it up she's a celebrity manager. She's worked with big names from The Game, Nicki Minaj, to Lil Wayne and so on and so forth. 

        Karen is from Haiti and at a young age she discovered how different she was from other people. She stated "when I went to school I didn't fit in with the black kids because I was Haitian and I didn't fit in with the Haitian kids because I was not in ESL classes". So she had to find out where she fit in and lets just say she kind of created her own category (innovative). Which is what really intrigued me about Karen.  When Karen was in eighth grade she created a fan cite for the Backstreet Boys which she won third place and she got to meet them. After a few more websites that she created gave her a platform she realized that you can monetize off of this platform if you understand how to engage your audience. 

          As I was scrolling down the timeline of her Instagram I noticed she had pictures with very known and attractive artist and I wondered how she dealt with them if they were coming on to her. This question popped up in my head immediately because I know I have those same problems in my work place as well. Her answer to my question was impeccable. Even though she is a woman in the Black Hip Hop World she demanded respect. She states " It's about teaching people, especially in this industry, how to treat you and how to talk to you. I learned to set the tone for how my partnerships will work." This statement is what really made her my Wisdom Woman Wednesday. 

The fact that she is a black woman in a male dominated world she still makes it known that she needs to  be respected and this is a business woman.

 -Always be you, Always live Civil, 

       Karen Civil

Check out her blog at  LiveCivil.com 

Good Music Monday!!!

"GIRL"

Let's start off by saying I love this song! Every time this song comes on in the morning I blast it on my way to my internship. It has a slow melody and a good vibe to it (neo soul). The singer is called The Internet better known as Syd the Kyd. It's pretty obvious that she's a lesbian (as you listen to the songs lyrics) but if you have a real love for neo soul music you'll understand that good music has no real gender.  

Thriving Thursday.....

Lately, I've been tired, irritated and anxious. I feel as though I've become so complacent here. 

But,this can't be it.  I've been working my self so much that I pulled a muscle in my chest and didn't even know it. I've been trying to do a full nine to five with an hour lunch in between. I even built up enough energy to join a organization on campus for something extra to do. On top of that I'm still a fulltime student and mines well say house mom when I end my day. I even started blogging again (of coarse)  to keep me extra busy. And it's all because I don't wanna be complacent here.I don't want to get use to doing nothing. 

When I was in the ER( because of the pain in my chest) I finally stopped moving and I realized I'm doing all of these extra activities just to mask the personal disappointment of me not graduating last semester. Two Weeks (after the ER trip)  I was kicked out of an organization because they said "I didn't contribute anything." I can seriously admit I was sitting down at some gatherings because I was exhausted.

I was a little disappointed at first but then I realized how much free time I have, how much my sister needs me to be there for her, I was reminded how much my nephew loves me, and I have more time to create things and take pictures for my blog (with out feeling rushed). God wanted me to make time for me to realize all the thing that make me happy and help time go by is right in front of me. However, I have to keep on thriving while I'm being reminded of all the beautiful gifts hes already given me. 

*Blooper*
( I almost fell. There was a lady across the street watching me while she was planting in her garden (lol)

Body positive image...

 When I walk around campus I see a lot of plus size girls that will look down at the ground if someone is looking directly at them. It's like their saying don't look at me. But why not? Your human just like me and if your style is just as dope, fuck what anybody else thinks. At the end of the day you have to be your own cheerleader and do what feels right to you regardless of what anyone else thinks. 

Finishing touch...

I found a little black dress in the back of  my closet the other day. I really didn't want to throw it away so I made a few incisions in it and turned it into a shirt. I  then paired it with my favorite turquoise heel, knecklace and white pants.( I always wear white after labor day) *shrugs* and then Walla!! ^_^

When your song comes on in the middle of your shoot. 

Agne`s B SS16 Collection

I've found another fashion designer who's style is very intriguing to me. Her name is Agnes B and her style resembles the 18th century with a modern twist to it. She stated that she wanted her pieces to be "timeless, iconic style by excellence" and I think she has achieved that vary well. 

I thought it was quite funny when young thug started playing. I was not expecting that. 

This isn't it there's something better

It's taken me an extremely long time to get to where I'am right now in life. I graduated high school not knowing what I wanted to do or what i wanted to be. But some how I got to where I'm at right now because of God. I knew nothing about how to get into college or how to apply but I prayed about it and then I gave everything to God. I was working in retail and I thought becoming a manager was it for me but, when I finally achieved that goal I felt in my soul that this isn't it for me. There was something more that I can and need to do.

So I finally got into a Tech School and I made the deans list there, acing all of my test. But something said this isn't enough for me there's something more and something better.So then I applied to a four year college where I have yet to graduate because of some mishaps.( read about it in my previous post). But I'm so close and I feel like there's something better. I have worked at my intern for a year and a half now and the other day as I sat at my desk that feeling came up again. This is not it there's something better.

So, I finally filled out my grad school application and I'am submitting it today. But that little voice is back again and it's say "This is not it there's something better.I started watching an Oprah show on youtube the other day and she said something similar So I'm going to follow that voice until I've found what it is that God has set me up to do. .  

Mondays are always a drag...

Today my adviser called me again and told me I'm missing another class. I'm just thinking "not this shit again." This is the third time something has come between me and graduation. I keep wondering like are they doing this on purpose?? Why does this keep happening to me? First it was, I'm missing a class, and then it was my graduation application was turned in late because it was on my advisers desk for about a month. And now their telling me I missed a  French class??? I feel like their dangling my diploma right in front of me and I just keep jumping trying to get it and right when I almost got it they pull it back and say "sike not this time." I'm so close and I don't care I will not give up because I came to far to turn back now. I'm going to walk across that stage no matter what.

Dear Fall,

 

Dear Fall, 

          I've been waiting so patiently for you. I've been preparing what I would wear just in case I run into you soon. I hope you don't think I'm a creep. 

                Sincerely,

                     Innovative Chic (inserts kiss)

Pea Coat: London Fog found @Goodwill $12.99
Dress:H&M 17.95
Clutch:Goodwill $1.25
Booties:Cato's $27.99
Shades:Rainbow 2 for $6.99

Sweater: Goodwill $2.39
Necklace: Forever21 8.50
Purse: Goodwill (COACH) $25.99
Jeans: Goodwill(Lee): 5.39
Booties: Cato's $27.99

Métiers d’Art 2014/15 Paris-Salzburg CHANEL Show

While I was on YouTube yesterday just watching a few different fashion shows from Vera Wang to Versace so on and so forth. I started watching Chanel's Fall-Winter 2015/16 fashion show (when I was suppose to be leaving work at 5) and I loved everything about that show. I love the theme and most importantly the set up. It was like an old house setting from the early 1900's to 1910. The clothing had a modern twist to it that really put everything into play.

My Favorite Looks from this Show

My Favorite "Witty" model 

I could shoot myself for not buying a skirt like this last year from Tjmaxx that was on sale for $8.00

Chanel Chanel Chanel.....

I could go on and on about how much I have fallen in love with Chanel this year. Last years Paris Fashion Week has put me on a whole different level of love for Chanel. I love how Karl Lagerfild  takes simplicity to another level. They are so CHIC!  

The Bath House tile
I love this print he used for this look. It reminds me of Greece bath house. This would look great paired with a burgundy long sleeve shirt and burgundy heels. The clutch adds that perfect touch.  

Mixing Prints
I absolutely love how these two mixed prints go together. And the wool jacket tops off this look oh so well =)
(This jacket is to die for) 

I have no idea who this beauty is but I absolutely love her look and her little spunk of personality on the runway. She makes the look come alive every time she hits the runway and I love it!

(That's probably the reason why she's always at the end of the show)

Fall Lipstick Favorites

I love this time of year simply because I finally get to wear those burgundy and burnt orange lip colors I've been ranting about. I just purchased a few  different colors last week when I took a trip to ULTA (my favorite store by the way) I just couldn't decide what color I wanted so I just bought them all. My current lip favs are all matte by NYX but they do not last all day.(I'd say about five hours max) However, the Shine Killer is an awful product especially if you have oily skin. It feels like baby oil. I applied it to my T zone and I was shiny all day (inserts sad face). I paid 16.99 for this product and I' am very unsatisfied. But I'm so in love with my matte lips tho. (inserts heart emoji)

Take ME to Church

My Prayer for you: I pray that God is the leading light in your life and you learn to be a respectful intelligent man that doesn't let the influence of others lead you in the wrong direction. I pray that you become a leader and  a well educated man that grooms himself well, and respects his elders. you may not have the ultimate father right now but I pray that God blesses you with the ultimate father figure so he can show you how to not only be a man but not be another walking statistic. I know you will be great because I'm asking these things in your son Jesus name.
-amen

My Little Monster

Today we went to church (my sister my nephew and I) and afterwards  we went to a Chinese buffet where my little monster (nephew) sang loud enough the whole restaurant heard him. Of course we had to join in because it was one of those two part kiddie songs and you know I could't leave him hanging when we're singing a duet. lol

 Above  is a pic of my sister and nephew and this picture sums up their relationship in a nutshell. My sister is the one that loves him unconditionally and she is so proud of her wonderful creation that God has blessed her with. Jayden on the other hand is the spoiled wild child who screams and shouts when he doesn't get his way. At times he can be the sweetest thing on earth and other times he can be your worst baby nightmare (lol) but he is the best and I wouldn't trade these two for anything in the world.

Its Finally Fall

                 

            I've been so excited about this coming fall. I'm ready to whip out my comfy fall clothes right along with my professional wear. I've been thrifting since July for my type of fall fashion. Lately at work I have been dreading down playing what I want to wear verses trying to be professional. I've been itching to wear my type of fashion. It's so bad that on the weekends I'll end up being over dressed for any and every occasion but I guess this is the way the cookie crumbles until I get my own practice.

My Birthday Dinner

          My birthday dinner was a success, surprisingly. I did not end up wearing the outfit I had planned on wearing because I was rushing to get to ULTA so I could claim my free mascara before the dinner.  It was so last minute and I didn't know where I wanted to eat, then it finally hit me.... I had been craving hibachi  for about a month now and it was my mission to get it for my birthday. So I made reservations to a restaurant called ZEN. It was the perfect place for my birthday celebration. I took pictures of my food on my snapchat but I completely forgot to download them on to my phone. :( . However, I did get some really great footage of the chief cooking our meals and I had a sake bomb! YUM.

Sake Bomb

      The only difference is mines didn't have the chopsticks which would've been pretty dope. I just ordered my ring light and it should be here Monday so I can finally upload and edit my  video so you guys can watch. but in the mean time thank you guys for stopping by.

It's My Birthday

So today is my Birthday and I started it off by  taking my car to the carshop and a free breakfast at Denny's this morning. Below is a picture of the shoes and necklace for my dinner tonight which is so last minute. I kinda threw together an outfit and here's just a sneak 

peak of the accessories.

I'm sitting at work literally counting down the hours until I get off of work so I can be free!!!!

Saturdays Football Game and Errands

Today I have to run a few errands like getting my oil changed so on and so forth, but I couldn't wait to incorporate those fall colors from the Tangerine color schemes (shown in my previous post). I just threw a hint of color into my outfit today. Tell me is it a hit or miss?