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You are worthy of love, health, success, and happiness.
You are worthy of an amazing life.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Sassy Sunday
It is a New Year and I’m welcoming 2012 with open arms. I am also making sure Sassy Sundays become a priority. What you can expect from this year’s post: endless amounts of positive energy, enthusiasm, motivation, and inspiration. Writing makes me happy. So, why not make a commitment to do more of what makes me happy?
Be Fashionable
Embrace Individuality
Stay Classy
Embrace Individuality
Stay Classy
Treat Yourself
Be Fashionable
Time to make room for everything you got under the Christmas tree. Now, I know this can be an overwhelming task. Organizing can sometimes be a chore. I recommend turning on music and start with one area at a time. For example, begin with your closet space. Rummage through your clothes and create a pile to donate. You might discover items you have forgotten about. If you are able to see what you have, it will be easier to get ready everyday. Tip: If you haven’t worn it in a year, get rid of it.
Embrace Individuality
“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
-E.E. Cummings
Stay Classy
Don’t drink too much. New Year’s is the end of the holiday season and it is also a beginning. Have fun, but know your limit before you start sipping your pretty little drinks.
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Now, you do!
Treat Yourself to a new workout regime. Make your body a priority for a lifetime. I have already started using my Everlast Cardio Freestanding Striking bag. It’s a great workout and stress reliever.
Resolutions are nice to find what you would like to change for the year. However, don’t set yourself for failure. Creating small habits are more manageable than trying to conquer everything in one day. If your desire is a healthier, better-looking body, remember it will take time to see such change.
Find what makes you happy, make a plan, and see it through. Every year brings new possibilities and opportunities. Everyday take a small step to find your ultimate happiness.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
All you have to do is dream…
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“I see pride! I see power…” –Cool Runnings, 1993
Looking back can sometimes bring light to how to move forward. I may not have crossed everything off my to do list, but at least I tried. Everyday can be viewed as a challenge. Or everyday can be viewed as an opportunity. Although, I may not have everything I want, I do take time to appreciate what I do have. There will always be someone greater or lesser than you. This should not affect your self-worth or what you plan to accomplish…your dreams.
How do you plan on finding your happiness in 2012?
“This year make it less about must improve myself and more about must enjoy myself“ -Glamour Magazine
Appreciate the journey. Although I blog, I keep a personal diary and quote book. I can see how I’ve grown into the person I am today. Quotes are inspiring. I write some down on a dry erase board or notecard, so I can see it everyday. Whatever you dream can come true, just don’t neglect the hardwork it takes to get there.
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Thoughts become things…and if you believe such things to be true, you shall have everything you want in this life.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Dancing in December
Glittery snowflakes, sweet candy canes, hot chocolate, marshmallows, scarfs, Christmas movies, Cupcakes, old fashion cookie tins, cinnamon vanilla candles, luminaries, homemade holiday cards, cheese balls, holiday bows, rose salve, Christmas jingles, slipper socks, and afternoon naps.
These are a few of my favorite things. This December find your purpose, appreciate the people you love, and end this year on a good note. There are 25 days left in this year. Let’s make the most of it.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Thanksgiving Wish
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Traditions.Football.Parades.Turkey.Stuffing.Family. Friends.Warmth. Desserts.WishBones. ChicCenterpieces.Pies.Leftovers.Rest.Laughs.Prayers. Candles.Memories.
Turning over a new leaf and being thankful for what I have is my goal for this special day. This year I have the opportunity to make Thanksgiving dinner. As for the leaf that I am turning over it’s always to be a better version of myself. May this day unite you with the ones you love.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T.
Falling for winter
Is it really that time of year? October is here, whether I like it or not. No more tube tops, flip flops, and spending mindless days under the sun. As I try to embrace this season, the colder season brings more preparation.
I’m getting ready for some fun adventures this month. I plan on drinking lots of hot chocolate, conquer the corn maze, visit a haunted house, and host a scary movie night. All filled with great company and pictures to come!
My recent purchases for the fall season included a new pair of brown Alloy boots, a black bomber jacket from Target, and a cream Forever21 scarf. I can’t wait to wear!
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This month, I’m reading Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey. I recommend this read for any woman that doesn’t understand the intentions of men. Steve Harvey has put women in the driver’s seat of their relationships.
Another joy of mine, or maybe more a a slight obsession, is Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. The price however, I’m not in love with. Luckily, I found this wonderful DIY: Pumpkin Spice Latte (Just Like Starbucks) recipe.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
makes 1-2 servings
Ingredients:
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons canned pumpkin OR 1 teaspoon of Torani Pumpkin Spice Syrup (your choice)
2 tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute – you can halve this amount
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1-2 shots espresso (about 1/4 cup of espresso or 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.)
Directions:
In a saucepan combine milk, pumpkin and sugar and cook on medium heat, stirring, until steaming. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and spice, transfer to a blender and process for 15 seconds until foamy. If you don’t have a blender, don’t worry about it – just whisk the mixture really well with a wire whisk.
Pour into a large mug or two mugs. Add the espresso on top.
Optional: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle pumpkin pie spice, nutmeg, or cinnamon on top.
I have used this same website before when I was craving caramel macchiatos. Yummy fall treats are helping me warm up to winter.
September is long gone and only three months left in this year. I plan to re-evaluate the New Year’s resolution list, dust off my diary, pack up my summer clothes, and enjoy what’s left for 2011.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Sassy Sunday
This is my seventh month blogging and I would like to introduce a new addition to my site: Sassy Sundays. While relaxing after church or juggling the endless to-do list, you can look forward to a new post! I will highlight how to truly be your BEST.
Be Fashionable
Embrace Individuality
Stay Classy
Embrace Individuality
Stay Classy
Treat Yourself
Here are my four picks for this week:
Be Fashionable
Caboodles.com just keeps reinventing their amazing product. The company now has Ready-To-Go Specialty Cases. The cases are made in two sizes medium and small. Of course I bought one of each! The colors vary from leopard print to solids. Besides the fun colors, it is also functional. In a rush to put your war paint, I mean make-up? Toss your eyeliner, lip gloss, foundation, etc. in this case. If fits perfect in a purse, gym bag or luggage.
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Embrace Individuality
This section I feel is the most important. Why try to be anyone else? Admiring people for their talents, accomplishments is noteworthy, but sometimes it’s better to just focus on your strengths and abilities. This week challenge to commit to the promises you keep. Especially the ones to yourself.
I promise myself_______ say it out loud or write it down. This promise is hopefully a step toward a better way of life. You never know what you are capable of, until you try.
“We lie the loudest when we lie to ourselves” -Eric Hoffer
Stay Classy
Handwritten thank you cards are a great way to show your appreciation to someone. It’s traditional, but sometimes pleasantly unexpected. If you are feeling really creative, decorate your own!
Treat Yourself
The best combination next to coffee and creamer is chocolate and love. Chocolove makes wonderfully delicious dark chocolate. I dislike dark chocolate, but not anymore! Buy some. There’s a love poem inside every wrapper.
Now, I better take my own advice. Something sweet for you:
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| Dear Readers, I appreciate your support, comments, tweets, and e-mails. Here’s to staying true to yourself and striving to always and forever being your BEST! |
Family road trip and finding clarity
I had the opportunity to go on a family road trip this weekend. We headed to Mesa, AZ to see people that are dedicated to their health and fitness. Although, this was not the first fitness competition I have attended, I am still amazed every time!
Packing is always exciting, but I find unpacking to be a little cumbersome.
Items: pink and green polka dot duffle bag, orange reptile-scale purse, and Victoria’s Secret PINK water bottle.
The trip was close to six hours. I found eating fruit-shaped lollipops as a good way to pass time, while listening to the car Ipod. I think it’s good to travel in order to get away from the everyday hustle.
Made it to Arizona. At a rest stop wearing a graphic tee-shirt and gold-tinted aviators.Flying on an airplane would have been faster, but you can’t see this from the plane:
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Another thing that is exciting about new places are new food choices. I finally had the opportunity to try an In-n-Out Burger. Yummmm….delicious.
If you couldn’t already guess, I was not a competitor in the competition. 🙂 Of the female bodybuilders, one woman was 70 years old. She looked like she was in her forties and happy as ever.
Inspiration can be found anywhere. This time I found it along with some clarity on this southern dusty road trip. Now, back in the Land of Enchantment, it’s time to get busy working on my personal goals.
Ah, I almost forgot to share! I started the trip with a lollipop, so I had to end with one too. Ever had a strawberry scorpion sucker?
As always, thank you for reading.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Crafty Corner: DIY watch adjusting
I am all about DIY (Do It Yourself) projects. I bought a metal watch that said on the label “adjustable.” I took that to mean that I would be able to tighten the band with a metal clasp.
Well, the label was right. The watch was adjustable, you just have to take out the pins! I began to freak out because I really wanted to wear the watch the next day.
My crafty sister went on YouTube found this video and we were able to make my watch band smaller in less than 30 minutes. We did have to improvise because we did not have this fancy watch kit. However, we used a paperclip, a small hammer, and our dinner table.
Simple teamwork and a watch that fits. Hopefully this video will save you a trip to the jeweler.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!
Sassy summer recommendations
Summer is my favorite season! Mostly because the sun is shining, endless pool days, and summer fashions. Besides wearing simple dresses, thong sandals, and glitter lotion, I also made time to celebrate the area I live.I was not able to take a long road trip, visit a water park, or eat an endless amount of lollipops. I did however get to enjoy a mini vacay at the White Sands National Monument, lay out at a pool, and got my fair share of sweet treats.
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Before your summer ends I recommend to take time to enjoy being outside. There’s not an age limit on who can play in the sand. Plus, we’re always going to be busy, so we might as well, just have fun.
My summer sweet treat creation: rice crispy treats with rainbow sprinkles.
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If you’re not able to leave your home, apartment, etc. well, make your it a place to relax by being shabby chic. Skinny Girl Margarita vase made with flowers bought from DollarTree.
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Take some time for yourself, don’t worry about the calories, and decorate your home to make the most of this beautiful season! Most importantly, decorate your soul and not with things, but with the people you care about the most.
Stay lovely and true to yourself.
Until next time,
Here’s to always being your B.E.S.T!