Buying the next “it” handbag is a serious matter.  It is a purchase that cannot be made on a whim; it must be well considered and well researched.  It is a big deal. Why? Because the handbag makes a statement about the woman carrying it.  It is an extension of her. She and the bag […]

today, i reminded myself that that i control the outcome, that i can seize the moment, that i should practice humility, that i need to  and even though life gets tough, i do have someone who loves me! thanks and happy thursday,

2 weeks ago, my blog while i was busy thinking became more than a thought, it became a reality.  in this 2-week span, i have noticed that blogging has helped ease my mind as it has become an outlet for my constant pondering. fact- i have not been this focused (or enamored) in a long […]

I have been a faithful reader of Cosmopolitan Magazine for 15 years. I read Cosmo to find out the latest and greatest about any and everything.  I love the articles, the advice, and the graphic art (if you know what I mean). What can I say, I’m a visual learner. I especially love the January […]

I love to save money just as much as the next person.  Saving money feels good, and it makes me happy.  Unfortunately for me, saving money is one of those occasions that I tend to celebrate by spending more money (no discipline).  But I mean, if I find a good deal, I should buy more, right? […]

Tamia, my baby girl, has the most unique way of saying exactly what I need to hear.  She’s awesome like that.  I thought I’d share a few of her feel good phrases from this evening.   “Mommy, I love you and I’m never going to stop loving you.” “You can be my mommy everyday if […]

My route to and from work takes me past a church.  I always look over at the church when I pass for no reason other than it’s a beautiful church; it’s big with traditional steps and a steeple.  So I look at it.  Well, one day on my way home I noticed an older gentleman […]

Many believe Monday to be the toughest day of the week, but I vehemently disagree. Tuesday is that day for me.  It seems that on Tuesday, the alarm rings earlier.  The shower heats up slower.  My pants are tighter.  Traffic is more hectic.  Only on Tuesday.  Take today for instance, I woke up at 6:22 […]

Why wallow around in shades of Grey when you can come to life in Marsala? Exactly what color is Marsala?  Well, it’s what I call the new burgundy, but then again, what do I know? Nevertheless, the world of fashion is all abuzz about Pantone’s 2015 color of the year.  Why so much madness for […]