tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51488016077688191142024-03-05T02:57:22.677-05:00123NkechiLive, Love, and Laugh!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-14793975317465371652015-09-21T19:52:00.001-04:002015-09-21T19:52:42.809-04:00Changes...As the seasons change so shall I. Have some huge decisions to make this week about my career. Kind of scary but I am pressing through. Going to meet with some key people this week and see if I can finally get this consulting thing off the ground. <br />
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I have not given up on my "Inside-Out" makeover. Most the making over has been internal as I get my mind right and figure out what I want out of this life I have been blessed with. I have made small changes over the years but I still have a lot to go. I figure by the time its all over I will have a book to share LOL!<br />
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My plan is to continue to keep up my little blog updates on a more regular basis. I plan starting up with the videos again sometime in the next few months just in time for the new year! :-)<br />
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I read somewhere not too long ago that most millionaires have at least 7-10 streams of income. That's like what...1 full time job and 6 part time jobs??? Any who, so I have been researching business and money making ideas and found lot about small businesses working from home. Well I already work from home as a social worker so I need some more ideas. One business (I like to call them my side hustles) is my training and development company I started a few years ago. In a way I consider that an extension of my social work practice. So far that's 2 so I need at least 5 more! I need some help! In one of my google searches and strolling through Facebook groups I found out about this site where you can make money online: <br />
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I also found that most people recommend multi-level marketing (MLM) companies like Avon and Mary Kay. I have been looking into those but so far I haven't found a company I liked or that doesn't have a million sellers out there. I want to find something that helps people and a hard sell for me. Many of these companies sell items that are overpriced or not good quality. I was in a MLM a couple of years ago that offered a variety of services that in the end I found the products and services to be higher in price than their competitors and not too great quality in the services. Either way I am still looking and searching. I will keep you posted!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-45178669679352172382015-01-21T09:21:00.002-05:002015-01-21T09:21:41.685-05:00Time REALLY Flies By in the Blink of an Eye!Gosh I can not believe I have not posted in over a YEAR!!! Its like 2014 didn't even happen LOL! No such luck but its now 2015 and I am still making my lists and plans and goals and always reaching and looking toward the future! Whew that was a mouthful!<br />
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Well I won't bore you with the details of last year because it is in the past but I have a lot to look forward to in 2015:<br />
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The business ideas are flowing and I am so excited about the things I have planned! I promise to stay true to you my bloggies and post more this year! I am even researching topics to discuss just for YOU! <br />
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Stay tuned...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-77991511556040779332013-10-21T22:53:00.000-04:002013-10-21T22:53:35.698-04:00Time Flies...Well, well, well...this year has flown by! I have been reviewing my list plans that I made at the beginning of the year and although not all of my goals have not been completed they are in full motion. As of now I am busy working toward my goals for 2014. I am making my lists and checking it twice LOL! <br />
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As I get older I see my focus and desires for my life have changed. Or should I say evolved! I am at a point in my life where I only want to focus on what's most important to me and I am definitely seeing the benefits of quality over quantity. I see so many people working and sacrificing their time and health for things...THINGS!!! Thinks that they can't take with them and trying to make an impression when the impression has already been made. <br />
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I have gotten reflective in my old age LOL! I prefer to look at how I can impact others rather that be led by ambition and status. The only downfall about this revelation is that it has not been lucrative so far in my journey...but by faith I will survive. I fully expect to THRIVE!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-8302514861856435492013-09-01T09:42:00.001-04:002013-10-21T22:57:05.369-04:00iPhone blog 2Hello peeps! September is here and I'm excitedly waiting for fall, football season, and the holidays. Still working on my inside out makeover and goals. It's hard to stick to it but I'm still plugging along through mistakes and missteps. So far I have lost 15 lbs and my waist is getting smaller. Trying to get business back on track. Planning has already started for 2014! I'm so excited about what the new year has in store for me and my business. Stay tuned and buckle up!!! The Journey continues...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-35569636259040612792013-07-13T22:44:00.001-04:002013-07-13T22:44:12.979-04:00What is This Country Going to Do NOW!!! (My reflections on the George Zimmerman/Trayvon Martin case)Well I meant to post at the beginning of the month but time got away from me. Just got finished watching the reading of the verdict in the Zimmerman/Martin case and I am shocked and saddened to say the least. But this I know: George Zimmerman has to live with what he did for the rest of his life. This is a sad fact that some may not understand. Just as many of us have stood in support of the Martin family there have been just as many supporters for Zimmerman and this so called "Stand Your Ground" law that ultimately lead to his release. <br />
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In graduate school I learned a lot about the historical significance of laws and how they impact my work as a social worker from a macro (big picture) perspective. As problems arose in our society the need for laws became necessary. Laws are born out of social problems. Point blank period! Once a social problem is deemed big enough to impact the larger society, then there are processes set the path for it first becoming a Bill and then moving forward to become Law. <br />
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As I think about Trayvon Martin and his family I look to the lesson that is in this. We must look at this as a social issue - a universal issue - that needs to be addressed as such. The events that led to this evening's decision bring light to the many social problems that this country obviously disagree on. If we all agreed then George Zimmerman would be in jail. It is time for society to redefine the values and issues that are important and then see to it that these things are addressed as a collective.<br />
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Instead of complaining about the injustice that was clearly displayed this evening, we must arm ourselves with the knowledge of how laws are formed and more importantly how laws are changed. To learn more about this process check out <a href="http://www.senate.gov/reference/resources/pdf/howourlawsaremade.pdf" target="_blank">How Laws Are Made.</a> The unique thing about our political system is that the same processes that led to Zimmerman's acquittal can also be used to stop this injustice from happening again. It just takes some work from a few dedicated and motivated individuals that will be loud enough and diligent enough to see it through. The question is: Who's going to get started to bring the true change needed to ensure the safety and security of our children?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-88704368267235224782013-06-28T11:41:00.000-04:002013-06-28T11:41:25.294-04:00My passion...My purpose and passion is helping, mentoring, and teaching people. I guess that's why I became a social worker! This profession is truly a journey with a lot of twists and turns. I feel blessed that I know that I am doing what I was meant to do. Not everyone can say that...<br />
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When I am sharing information that can help others get where they want to be I feel my best. It is a unique feeling! I love being able to point people in the right direction. It really is about sharing and not looking for anything in return. Sharing yourself and insight to be a blessing to others is a wonderful thing. <br />
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No long post here just thought I would share ;-)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-3272854928515860992013-06-22T22:35:00.001-04:002013-06-22T22:35:20.978-04:00iPhone blog...This is my first official iPhone blog post! So with that in mind please forgive the typos LOL!<div><br></div><div>Anywho...just felt like checking in. Feeling a little blah actually. Have a lot of things I want and need to do but impatient about the time I have to wait to finally see things through. Praying for patience and grace. I'm shifting my focus and shaking off those things and people that are slowing me down. I am recognizing that some people that I considered to be my close friends are not more of associates. Still love them to life but our season has ended it seems. Sometimes friendships are like that. TRUE friends can go 10 years and then call you and the conversation picks up where you left off and it is as if you talked to them yesterday. Seasonal friends are good too but they usually only call when they want something. That's good though because you can always call them when you need something too! Either way they will always have a purpose in your life and that can never be a bad thing. Oh well that's enough rambling for one evening. Until next time...Toodles!!!</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0Columbia Columbia34.038275 -81.074065tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-11512044733727750262013-06-09T21:51:00.001-04:002013-06-09T21:51:41.465-04:00Midlife Crisis???Okay I know it has been a minute...<br />
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When I started this blog my goal was to share my thoughts and insights into my life as I continually grow and evolve as the woman I was created to be. As you know, life is a series of twists and turns and although the decisions we make play a huge role in the path that lay before us we still are at the mercy of grace. It is my belief that we are created to serve and to impact someone else. No matter how short or how long a person's life is on this earth, God's plan is met. We may not understand the message because more likely than not the message is not for us to learn. I could say more but then I will be getting deep and totally off the intent of this post (ADD kicking in again LOL!).<br />
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Getting back on track!<br />
Looking back over the last few years as I transitioned from being in my 30's and approached my 40's with anxious anticipation I have come to the conclusion that...I am in the throws of a midlife crisis! I didn't see it coming at all! What is a midlife crisis you ask? Well for me it is discovering that the things that I worked so hard for in my 20's and 30's turned out to be so NOT what I wanted or needed to make me happy once I acquired them. Then there are the things that I THOUGHT I would have by now that have not manifested...can you say panic attach waiting to happen?!?! Panic attach has not happened yet because I refuse to let it but I find myself at a unique crossroads full of opportunities and possibilities. The question is...which road do I take??? I need to make a new list of goals and pursue those things that make me happier, healthier, and a more well-rounded person. I am making my list and checking it twice as I pursue my destiny of impacting others. <br />
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I know this is not about me and I want to live everyday with that mindset: My life is an example to others! For so long I thought it was about being successful, getting married, having children, etc. Time to refocus priorities...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-87377588758621891522013-04-01T22:54:00.001-04:002013-04-01T22:54:29.385-04:00Don't Be No (April) Fool!April 1st...<br />
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My oh my has this year progressed. March and my birthday have gone and Easter is now behind us and I are looking spring in the face. I love this time of year...warmer days, wash and go's, and - my favorite - Maxi dresses! <br />
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As always as the seasons change I reflect more and more on what really matters. When I consider those things from my past that I held in high regard I realize now many are insignificant. What I now see as important is this: Love, Health, and being open to continually Learn are what I now focus my intentions on. Serving and being good to yourself and others, enjoying life and not sweating the small stuff - THAT'S what is important!<br />
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It truly amazes me what I thought was important in my twenties and thirties has significantly changed in my 40's. It is really true that priorities and perspectives change as you get older. I can remember a time when I was young and needed a relaxer and I refused to go to the school once (or twice) because I needed a touch up and was having a bad hair day. Wow was I a FOOL...Oh to be young and dumb!!! Today...I don't think I will every return to relaxers. It continues to amaze what people connect to their self-esteem. I could go on but I will save that for part 2 of my "For Colored Girls..." series. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This past weekend I celebrated the first anniversary of my
40s.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can’t believe another year has
passed!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It seems like we just got over
Christmas and a quarter of the year is gone already.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Time surely flies the older you get…</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was sitting here thinking about my commitment to decrease
negative thinking and I have realized that despite the ups and downs that I am
currently experiencing, I am truly happy!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It occurred to me as I quietly celebrated my birthday while spending the
day crocheting for a dear friend – Happiness is a decision.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Avoiding negativity has been a tough
challenge and even when you are reframing your thoughts and actions others are
constantly bringing their negative energy to you and if you are not careful
they will take you out of your place of peace.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This has happened several times and let me tell you…the devil has been
busy!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But nevertheless I am experiencing
less stress and an old calm demeanor that I almost forgot I had.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I thank God for the wisdom that only time can
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far beyond this Lenten season.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
challenge everyone to try it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It will
change your life!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Okay so today is “Fat Tuesday” and the last day of Marti
Gras.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although I am not in New Orleans I
am adopting this day as a day to eat as much and get as fat as I please for
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Lent…for years I have given up various things as a
reminder of what Christ sacrificed for us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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compare to HIS sacrifice but when I observe this holiday I feel more connected
to God.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am committing to give up a lot
this year:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Negativity and Bad Foods…everything
from sugary goodies to fried foods.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fried
foods and sweet tea are my weaknesses so this is really gonna be HARD but I
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The negative thinking is going to be tough too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was listening to The Secret and apparently
my way of thinking positive was flawed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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retrain my thought patterns and adopt positive confessions and speaking it as
if it already is.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ever hear the term “say
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<span class="text"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>The Just Live by Faith</strong></span></span></div>
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<span class="text"></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><span class="text">Then the </span><span class="small-caps">Lord</span><span class="text"> answered me and said:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Write
the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For
the vision is yet for an appointed time; but at the end it will speak, and it
will not lie.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Though it tarries, wait
for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.</span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span class="text"></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Matthew 6:32-34 (NKJV)</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><span class="woj">For after all these things the Gentiles
seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things.</span><span class="text"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span class="woj">But
seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall
be added to you.</span><span class="text"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span class="woj">Therefore do not worry
about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for
the day is its own trouble.</span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span class="woj"></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Matthew 7:7-8 (NKJV)</strong></span></div>
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<span class="text"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Keep Asking, Seeking, Knocking</strong></span></span></div>
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<span class="text"></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><span class="woj">“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek,
and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.</span><span class="text">
</span><span class="woj">For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds,
and to him who knocks it will be opened.</span><span class="text"> </span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><span class="text">So Jesus answered and said to them, </span><span class="woj">“Have faith in God.</span><span class="text"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span class="woj">For assuredly, I say to
you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and
does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be
done, he will have whatever he says.</span><span class="text"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span class="woj">Therefore I say to you,
whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you
will have them. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And whenever you stand
praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in
heaven may also forgive you your trespasses.</span><span class="text"> </span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span class="text"></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">But until then I am going to enjoy my favs as I prepare
to go cold turkey in the morning.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am
shaking my head as I type.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although I
don’t think I will be hauling off and being negative all day (not my style
LOL).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Until next time...</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-28348324336019747252013-01-02T11:31:00.001-05:002013-01-02T11:31:37.790-05:00Welcome 2013!!!Happy Happy New Year!!! I am so excited to what God has for me in this new year. I have so much that I want to do and I have written all of my goals down along with an action plan as to how to pursue them! Of course the makeover self challenge is in full effect. I have started at the top and working my way down! I am continually working toward renewing my mind and watching what I think about myself, situations, and others. If you are reading this and you never thought of doing a mindset makeover I strongly suggest you do! You are what you THINK and you have what you SAY!!! For my mindset makeover I am being vigilant in catching when I have negative thoughts and shifting that thought into positive statements to speak life into my LIFE and the life of others. <br />
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Continuing with the head to toe makeover theme, I have officially made over my hair routine and established a new regimen to follow to grow and nurture my hair. As a recovering PJ (product junky) I had to really look at the necessity of all of the products that I was buying and decided that I really only need the basics and my hair is thanking me for it! <br />
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Of course I have other plans in the making but I will save the details for later. Stay tuned!!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-43076054548081471932012-12-14T16:06:00.001-05:002012-12-14T16:06:11.235-05:00Just checking in!Yes it has been a while and a lot has happened since my last post. I have relocated once again, changed jobs, changed relationships, started TWO businesses and made a whole lotta missteps in the mix! Even with everything going on I am still pushing and pressing toward a new improved me. The first part of my makeover is an internal one. Working in changing how I think and what I speak. I have been practicing watching my words for a while now but just recently began the process of watching my thoughts. It is so true that you can have what you say and you are what you think! I purpose to guard my thoughts and my tongue so that I always say things with purpose. I will be a success and have that Midas touch: EVERYTHING I TOUCH TURNS TO GOLD!!! Pray for me as I pray for you friends. Please and love! KikiS.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-43436718547434355702012-08-27T19:39:00.001-04:002013-10-21T22:55:14.340-04:00Lifestyle Makeover Self Challenge!I posted a video on the YT a couple of weeks ago about my pursuit of being healthy called <a class="vm-video-title-content yt-uix-sessionlink" data-original-html="Weight Loss Self Challenge (08-08-2012)" data-sessionlink="ei=CMe5suH0iLICFdiBIQod3W6Jyw%3D%3D" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxwX5BK5Otc">Weight Loss Self Challenge (08-08-2012)</a>. I have been doing my research and I have decided to take it to another level and make a total lifestyle makeover...on the inside and the outside. Starting with the way I think and what I put in my body, my appearance, my career and finances, and even my associations and who I allow in my space. I am doing a total overhaul! <br />
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For a while now I have had some things on my heart that I want to to do but I have not acted on them. Its now time for me to GO GET IT! <br />
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Oh I have been working on life all along (it's called living) but I really haven't pursued my desired with my all. So for the last month or so I have been praying and searching and researching and planning. I have been reading and watching videos and educating myself in preparation of this monumental task that I am working on. <br />
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Self-work is hard work! It takes something that I struggle with - DISCIPLINE! I know this is not going to happen overnight so I am making plans and setting goals to accomplish this makeover. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-50008114949740725062012-08-15T18:15:00.001-04:002012-08-15T18:36:39.499-04:00I've Got a Feeling!What's up peeps! I'm chillin myself. Relaxing at the end of a productive and not complaining one bit! I have that feeling again...you know that feeling that you get when you know something is about to happen? I've got a feeling that some things are going to change very soon. FOR THE GOOD, BETTER, and FOR THE BEST!!! <br />
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When you decide to let go and let GOD handle it - when you REALLY let go - you will find a peace. You won't be able to explain it, people won't understand, and when you let go many will think you are crazy! If you feel yourself under pressure and think there is no way out, ask yourself these: Why don't I just let it go? Why am I holding onto something that is bringing me so much stress? What's the BEST that can happen if I do let go? Then go on and pursue that BEST! Many people find themselfs in that area of STUCK and they don't see a way around it but I am here to tell you: LET IT GO! I got a feeling that that someone reading this wants to! I got a feeling that you need to! And...I got a feeling that if you do you will have more joy and purpose than you ever thought possible. <br />
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That's why I did! You see since I turned 40 and think I'm grown now LOL! It feels good to finally FEEL grown and to be able to make decisions without the guilt or anxiety of actually caring what other's think about what I do with my life. I make decisions that please me and seek those things that make me happy. I decided that I will let no one or anything try to suck the joy from my life! I am in hot pursuit of my dreams and trying to get my HUSTLE and FLOW on! :-)<br />
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Hustle and Flow with me!!!<br />
TTFNAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-66105761867024207852012-07-31T16:40:00.000-04:002012-07-31T16:40:13.951-04:00For Colored Girls Who Considered (or Reconsidered) the Creamy Crack When the Afro Wasn’t Enough…<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This topic came to me a long time ago and I have been
racking my brain ever since to figure out how to express it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had this idea to have a gathering about it
or a workshop where I got a group of sisters together to discuss the title and
what is says to them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In my head the
discussion would be more about hair and self esteem and our perception of the
afro.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What is it with black girls and
their hair anyway!?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I guess it all starts with my own natural hair
story.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My transitioning process began
long before I stopped relaxing my hair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>In fact it started back in 1996 when my sister met one of her best buds in
college who happened to stop relaxing her hair in high school.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her hair was long, healthy and
beautiful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A couple of years later in
1998 my sister decided to transition as well began bugging me about giving up
the creamy crack!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was like “Huh
Uh!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I ain’t doin’ that!” but then
somewhere along the way my mind changed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I really can’t pinpoint what changed and how it changed but it just
did.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I started thinking about how laborious
it was to relax my hair and how expensive it was to go to the salon to have it
done only to have to repeat the process of having to do it all over again 6
weeks later.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I began to resent the process
and decided that as long as I can pull my hair back into a ponytail and smooth
the edges that I was not going to relax it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Now it is 3 years later and I still am able to smooth my edges.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have nothing against relaxers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I just don’t like the fact that it is
temporary and high maintenance is expensive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Don’t get me wrong, natural hair is VERY high maintenance and can be
just as expensive if you become a product junky.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But I have learned how to manage my hair
without all of those high cost products that only seem to clutter up my cabinets.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am in PJ recovery LOL!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But with all the frustrations and ups and
downs I have experienced I still have not gone back to the creamy crack.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Now I have thought about it…several times…but
I am satisfied with my hair and the texture that it is.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But I do wonder when I hear about others that go back and
their reasoning for why they do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why do
people do it?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They begin or go through
the transitioning process only to go back to relaxing their hair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I know there are some of my sisters that like
being versatile with their hair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But
what about the others, the ones that started the process with such
determination only to return to relaxing their hair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can’t help to think about the social stigma
that is associated to natural hair and how this somehow could be connected to
self esteem.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is our perception of who we
are and how we look connected to how others see our hair?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is it that we don’t feel pretty with natural
hair?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This subject has me wanting to
have an open dialog about this subject.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What
do you think?</span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-46171658928582950472012-07-19T09:21:00.001-04:002012-07-19T09:21:56.195-04:00It is well...I find myself at a crossroad once again. In life we come to them often. Sometimes the route to choose is easy and others are hard. Well it looks like I am there again and once again I am scared to move. Yes I admit it! I am SCARED! <br />
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Scared of making another wrong decision!<br />
Scared of what others may think!<br />
Scared to stay and scared to go!<br />
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I know what I want to do...but is it the right decision? As will all other crossroad experiences all I can do is PRAY! In past experiences I have let go and God has pointed me in the right direction. Well I thought this was the direction he wanted me in but guess what I was wrong. Sometimes the easy road is not God's answer. Of course I should have known that but fear can cloud your judgment and clog the ears. But my instincts kept telling me that something was not right. I asked God to open my eyes to some things and show me some things. What I didn't bargain for was that I would not be prepared for what I found out or the consequences of knowing...<br />
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The hardest thing to do is to trust God and your instincts. After all I do believe it is the Holy Spirit that is guiding my instincts anyway. The problem is I keep getting my will mixed up with what His. Right now all I can do is ask for forgiveness and make it right somehow. <br />
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Once again it is time to LET GO AND LET GOD! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-1181903740812004002012-04-22T14:25:00.001-04:002012-04-22T14:25:02.718-04:0040 and Fabulous!!!Yes I turned 40 this year...I don't feel like it though! I don't know what I was expecting. Once it hit me I was a little nervous then I came to the conclusion that I am officially grown. I am more secure in who I am than I've ever been in my life. My perspective on life has evolved. I am able to take an objective view of things and how life can be...if you recognize and work at it!<br />
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I was thinking this morning about the current goals I want to work toward for the rest of the year. After thinking about it I could only come with two:<br />
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<li>Lose Weight/Feel Great!</li>
<li>Build Business/Pursue Self Employment.</li>
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I know as I move forward there will be more things to work on but I think this is plenty at the moment. Looking forward to sharing my experiences along the way. Stay tuned!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-52730169294384740902012-01-31T21:20:00.003-05:002012-01-31T21:20:42.152-05:001 Month Down! 11 to go!!!January has been an interesting month! Had a good month at work and looking forward to turning the BIG FOUR OH in March. Not much to report but just wanted to check in and post a couple of points I already see for 2012:<br />
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<li>An increased need to PUSH (Pray Until Something Happens) while putting actions to words...</li>
<li>This spring is going to be a new beginning...</li>
<li>And starting this darn diet over is going to be a BEAST!</li>
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Wish me luck on all 3 ;-)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-39827747805432435752012-01-01T10:43:00.000-05:002012-01-01T10:43:03.674-05:00Happy New Year 2012!!!Just a quick hello to say Happy New Year! I am so glad to see another year. My goals for this year is to be more positive, be proactive, and be the best me I can be. With that being said...<br />
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I really want to concentrate on how I approach live and interact with the world around me. I desire to only focus on things that are good for me. If that means cutting things (or people) out of my life to be able to do that then so be it. As I get older I am definitely more concerned with quality over quantity. Bigger (and flashy) is not always better. I have nothing to prove to anyone but myself anyway. <br />
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My hopes for this new year is that I continue to grow and experience life with a light heart and positive attitude. As a great person once said, "Your ATTITUDE determines your ALTITUDE!" Therefore I will purpose to reach to new heights in every area in my life and I encourage all the eyes that read this do the same. Be blessed!<br />
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But as we all know...we change when we start taking action!!! So there is no more talking about it. I gotta be about it!!! About to make a plan and go for it! Wish me luck! :-DAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-29340889514336509782011-07-17T11:16:00.004-04:002011-07-17T11:21:11.539-04:00Can you believe the year is half over!?!?Wew! This has been a busy summer! I have been all over the world and back again and I enjoyed every minute of it! From the Bahamas to New Orleans and back again I have had a ball! After the traveling dust has settled, I still have a lot to work on and I am still in my process of finding my way to grow in every area of my life. So far I've gone back and forth on my hair and weight loss efforts and I am still stagnant in both areas. But I have a plan...<br /><br /><br />As I type I'm deep conditioning my hair and the decision (for now lol) is to utilize twists/twistout regime until I start seeing the growth that I am looking for. <br /><br /><br />As for weight loss, I was instructed by my doctor to give the low carb method another try so I am in the process of looking at a modified version that is not too restrictive and easy to follow along with an exercise program. By the way I haven't been to the gym in months (that's gotta change!)<br /><br /><br />As for my career...I'm looking at a move soon if all goes well. Once I know more I will blog all about it and my next move regarding professional and financial development.<br /><br /><br />It is apparent that I have to be a woman with a plan to keep it all together. I haven't done well with that so far this year. Which brings me to the realization that this year is over half over!!! only 5 months til Christmas!! :-o<br /><br /><br />Oh well...I am determined to strive to achieve my goals the second half of the year as I look toward my 40th birthday. I am remaining positive and optimistic as I work on being the best me i can be. <br /><br /><br />Until next time folks...Toodles!!<br /><br /><br />Kiki S.<div></div><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-36135129267290411432011-05-07T15:12:00.005-04:002011-05-07T15:27:59.669-04:00I LOVE Saturdays!!!<div><div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiVwSULR4G6D17AyCu6ieFjftg1fd3iJPerQZoCBPlagGu2FQIBTrVcQUri1zsEccVqQU-tm2sj-WGeP_SJKx7QRnPqY9Yg9Kr4umez0H-XyA7tZEh9yU8Ny5O1QnOg9fa2PdEX7sMiXs/s1600/I+love+Saturdays%2521.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 320px; height: 240px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604056135417407938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiVwSULR4G6D17AyCu6ieFjftg1fd3iJPerQZoCBPlagGu2FQIBTrVcQUri1zsEccVqQU-tm2sj-WGeP_SJKx7QRnPqY9Yg9Kr4umez0H-XyA7tZEh9yU8Ny5O1QnOg9fa2PdEX7sMiXs/s320/I+love+Saturdays%2521.jpg" /></a>This is my relaxing day and I am proud to day I have absolutely no plans that involve anyone else!</div><div><div> </div><div>Don't you just love that feeling of not having to be anywhere and being able to take your time? If you don't know what I'm talking about then maybe you should reconsider the possibility...</div><div> </div><div>Okay I just was popping in for a second. Back to enjoying my weekend. Before I go I want to wish all of the mothers out there a very happy mother's day. Hopefully you are enjoying a carefree day as well!</div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>TTFN ;-)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz-LcjfEfLZCAR6_4jqw54hZMGoXNR2jhsUJjsP4idu7scSfvBp_-mnlwDezpHp5hSvhXZCLErOOaRIHRYz5DuUuaBAUz1XF9BiFUn9tWDWTY7xjTqAizVJNosMb0FQqpdc81Yu40gDwQ/s1600/Wash+and+go%2521.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 320px; height: 240px; float: left; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604056967089696834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz-LcjfEfLZCAR6_4jqw54hZMGoXNR2jhsUJjsP4idu7scSfvBp_-mnlwDezpHp5hSvhXZCLErOOaRIHRYz5DuUuaBAUz1XF9BiFUn9tWDWTY7xjTqAizVJNosMb0FQqpdc81Yu40gDwQ/s320/Wash+and+go%2521.jpg" /></a></div></div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5148801607768819114.post-49335046226973517792011-04-30T12:32:00.003-04:002011-04-30T12:51:32.270-04:00Update...Yeah its been a minute!Okay! So it has been a while now and a lot has happened since my last post. First thing to happen is that I had another birthday in March, celebrating the 10th anniversary of my 29th birthday (hahaha). I am already planning my '40 is the new 30'(aka 1st delayed anniversary of my 30th birthday) for next year. I haven't decided on a location but options right now are Vegas, Miami, or somewhere in the Carribean. I am also still working on trying to be healthy and I was on my 'high school skinny' kick by going to the gym until...I ended up having gall bladder surgery unexpectedly a few weeks ago. I was in so much pain you can't tell me I wasn't in labor LOL! I am still trying to get back to my old self. I've only been to the gym once since my surgery but next week begins a new month so Operation HSS will be back in effect! ;-)<br /><br />As for my hair...I am still working out my regime and I have been lazy about it. I am really liking the Shea Moisture products but prefer the smell of the coconut and hibiscus line but I like the results I get from the raw shea butter line. The deep treatment masque works great and the shampoo is very moisturizing for a sulfate free shampoo. I also am loving the protective mist bodifier by Taliah Waajid/Black Earth Products. I tried their curly curl cream and it works really well and reminds me of my beloved QP Elasta Mango and Olive Oil Moisturizer but it is much thicker and provides a stretch that I think I like. Will have to use a few more times before deciding if I will buy it again but so far, so good. I really am trying to use up the products I have on hand before purchasing new ones but I keep getting tempted. I really am a closet product junkie LOL!<br /><br />Well that's all I have for now! I will be updating with my total wellness plan shortly. I also will post pics of my progress. Wish me luck!<br /><br />Until next time...TTYL!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17489221656794092496noreply@blogger.com0