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Travel SERIES Part I

August 25, 2017~ AUGUST

*PHEW* I feel like I literally have to blow the dust and remove the cobwebs from my blog page! It’s been a while and I’m glad to be back! This summer was definitely one that would be remembered for the rest of my life. I was able to knock off some of the major places from my ~~bucket list~~! Anyone who is looking to travel and actually have “FUN” I recommend that you SAVEEEEEE! lol I cant stress that enough.

I figured it would work best if I broke my travel destinations into parts or else this blog would become a book!

FIRST STOP….LAGOS, NIGERIA!

I was so happy to be back in Nigeria…its always good to go back and spend time with family and just enjoy everything it OFFERS! #TheresNoPlaceLikeHome

When you still find time to take blog pics…thanks to my photographer 🙂

I thought I’d share some travelers advice for those who havent been or want to revisit again.

HERE are my top 5 Things to do in NIGERIA:

1. EAT SUYA! *if it doesn’t come wrapped in newspaper and foil its not authentic!* lol

2. PARTY A LOT! *Club life is an everyday thing…no day of the week left behind*

3. Try out the Different Local foods *so many cultures in just the food*

4. Go to ShopRite *shop for food, clothes, eat then watch a movie all in 1*

5. Get an OUTFIT made *any design of your choice can come to LIFE*

OKAY..well that was pretty lengthy but its only just begun. Time to pack my bags and head to…

PARIS!! BONJOUR!!

After a 6hr flight we finally made it to PARIS! The weather was so beautiful!

We arrived in Paris pretty early and decided we would walk across from the hotel and have a nice breakfast, until we looked at the menu and everything was in FRENCH! I just left a country that was speaking another dialect! HAHA! It definitely took some adjusting, so we went with the tea and crescent for the morning. 🙂

After checking into our room it was time to explore! I couldn’t wait…Paris was a place that I’ve always imagined to be something magical.

The famous “Arc De Triomphe“

We Took the last boat cruise around the city..and were able to see everything in the day and night.

BIG DIFFERENCE.

and FINALLY…. “THE EIFFEL TOWER” the pictures don’t do it justice. It is amazing!

♥

Nothing like a fast car….”what speed limit?”

When your tailor sews you something nice for your trip…the hotel had the perfect garden.

Well I hope you enjoyed the phase 1 of my travel journey…stay tuned for PART 2! It only gets better from here. 🙂

27 Life Lessons I Learned at 27

May 20, 2017~ May

My Birthday literally flew by! *~~bye 26~~* I barely had time to prepare myself for it. (How does one do that anyways?) I was able to take a mini vacation to HOTSPRINGS, AR which gave me the mental peace and relaxation that I needed. So now I’m back with energy on 100%! Over this one year I can say that I have learned quite alot when it comes to LIFE. So I thought it would be good to say my 27 life lessons I’ve learned this new age. HERE IT GOES…..

1. Believe in Yourself

If you dont who will?

2. Learn from your mistakes

I learned that you have to make that first step in order to even know where you stand. It doesnt always go as planned but there is always a guaranteed lesson.

3. PRAY.

I find myself praying all the time. There’s so much to be thankful for, because over this pass year it was really tragic for me and I’m just grateful to be alive. There are some many things going on in the world today and for us to be safe and sound is major blessing.

Pray for love. Pray for blessings. Pray for peace.

4. Eat breakfast

I had to force myself to even wake up on time. I’m usually so caught up with what im doing and by the time i look up its already lunchtime. So it was constant battle of making sure I eat a big breakfast. It really is the most important meal of the day. Your body responds more effectively if so.

5. Do what you love

What are you interested in? What do you like to do? What makes you happy?

These 3 questions is what I had to ask myself this year because I found myself putting my hands in more than I could bear. I had to decide on what is important and stick with that. Many of us dont really know what we want to do in life and are stuck in the sucken place of the unknown.

*SNAP OUT OF IT!*

6. FALL in LOVE

Love is a beautiful thing I tell ya! LOL ( this one is pretty self explanatory) 🙂

7. SAVE.

This by far is something that takes skill and discipline. You have to put away a percentage of what you make and save it for a rainy day. You never know what you may need it for.

8. Dont believe the hype

EVERYTHING you see isn’t always what it’s turned out to be. People have ways of making things look so glorious and its not. Dont believe everything you hear and see. We have so many leeways and access to things like this. Instagram…Facebook are all contributors to the imaginary lives some people put out there. Be careful.

9. Learn to say YES! 🙂

Dont be scared. Make that step. Answer that call. Take that job.

Learn to say yes to something offered to you. Dont be the person that’s is always saying you will go next time. Go out and get some fresh air!

10. Learn to say NO! 🙁

Just like you can say YES you can say NO. Dont be afraid to say no if you really cant do it. If you know you have something far more important you can always oblige to the fact. Being honest about it will definitely get you far.

11. WorkOUT.

Who doesnt want to look good and feel good. Take a walk around the neighborhood. Clear your mind.

12. Friends come and GO

There are going to be times where you thought your friend(s) were the right ones for you. Sometimes you grow apart or maybe you just see their true colors. It happens.

13. D.I.Y

Learn to create and make things yourself. It not only saves you money 100% of the time, but it’s good to see what creativity and little leg work can do. TRY IT!

14. Dont compare yourself to anyone else

You can spend your whole life wishing your own life was someone else’s, but in reality its just you. Strive for greatness and work on yourself. Everyone has a role model but try to make a better you.

15. TRAVEL! TRAVEL!! TRAVEL!!!

There is nothing like seeing what else is out there! Go on an adventure. Take a trip. Pack light and see what you can do! I love traveling because it shows me life in a different eye. Places around us are just as different. It never hurts to explore.

16. Set Goals

How will you know where you want to be if you dont set goals for yourself? Try making a vision board even. Never say you cant do something.

17. Get ORGANIZED.

Buy a planner. Set up your days. Plan your week ahead. Make lists and check them twice.

18. Find your style/Change your look

Just like there are seasons so should your look change. Change up your hair, or even your wardrobe. When you feel that you look good, who can tell you otherwise.

19. Exude CON-FI-DENCE

Let it run through your veins. Let no one bring you down!

20. Always wear a WATCH.

You want to be on time? lol I feel that when I have a watch I tend to be on time to most things, and it helps me manage myself in a timely manner.

21. Say THANK YOU.

A thank you goes a long way. People hold the door open for you. Maybe you dropped something and a random stranger quickly picked it up. Sometimes that simple gesture can be exactly what someone needed to hear.

22. Make NEW friends.

They are billions of people in this world of course. So why not speak to one? We may not realize that we may have passed up on a great friend. Communicate and network with new people, or even someone who shares the same interests you do.

23. Dont be quick to anger.

Learn when to speak at the right time. Those couple of seconds can be what changes a whole situation. Don’t let the little things create bigger problems. Coach yourself in knowing when to respond to negativity.

24. Learn to say “IM SORRY”

There are going to be situations in life that you may not always be the person that’s right. If we just learn to swallow our pride and apologize that can be the 2 words that make things right again. Know when to say it and actually mean it.

25. Learn a NEW skill

Most people have that one thing they’ve always wanted to learn. Maybe you wanted to learn how to cook, or even learn how to drive manually. Take time out to make the move. Dont wait!

26. Say what you mean and mean what you say.

There are going to be days that someone needs you to do a favor. You agree to it. Stick with it. When you make an agreement or even volunteer to do something for someone. DO IT. Dont go back on your word when you know you are capable.

27. LET GO!

Dont let what anyone thinks or says to stop you from achieving the things you want!

GO GET IT!

Let go of all your burdens you may be facing and allow yourself to be in full effect!

Thank you for taking time out to read 27 pin points to a better life style. I hope even just one key note you found useful enough for yourself.

🙂

ARMYchic.

May 19, 2017~ May, Uncategorized

MAY is my birthday month and Emerald is birth stone they designated for this month. If you’re familiar with the way my blog works in a nutshell, then you would know that I choose 1 color and incorporate it in everything for that month. But when I thought of using emerald for this months color I was like…hmmm….how often do I see that color around? So i just decided that OLIVE would be close enough! lol okay back to schedule. I participated in a Dillards style event in March, and upon WINNING the contest I was given a very nice shopping spree. I collected alot of pieces that were all OLIVE! This was definitely a sign!

Photo Cred: @royal_phyl

*Disclaimer: There was no FAN being used in the capturing of this picture* lol

(the weather was just this amazing that day)

MAY is FINALLY HERE!!!!

May 5, 2017~ May

This by far is my favorite month because my birthday is in MAY!!!! WHOOP!

April was a month that was filled with blessings and I am very grateful. So im excited for what’s in store….So many plans and new ventures that I cant wait to share. The color of the month is *drum roll please* OLIVE!

1 PIECE 3 WAYS! (HAPPY Cinco de MAYO!)

April 30, 2017~ April

I am that person that’s ~~ALWAYS~~ On-The-Go! So I try to find ways to make my outfits as versatile as possible. I have this light blushed sweatshirt that is one of my favs from H&M that I got for less than $10 🙂 (AWESOME STEAL) Over time I realized that I’ve worn it multiple ways to suit various occasions and I want to share them here with you. Let’s wear one piece 3 ways!

FIRST: HAPPY HOUR LOOK! (Minimalist)

This is something you can wear to just go out with friends after a long day of work. Who would’ve thought you could pull this off with a sweatshirt?

Long Jacket Vest: TARGET

Sweatshirt: H&M

Denim: LOFT

Shoes: FASHIONOVA

SECOND: FUN IN THE SUN! (CASUAL)

Going on a mini summer vacation or traveling to where the sun is always shining? This is definitely a relaxed and comfy look, but still wearing a skirt for that stylish statement. Very Fun!

NY Hat: LIDS

Sweatshirt: H&M

Skirt: LOFT

Denim Jacket: LOFT

Shoes: Adidas

THIRD: Did somebody say PARTY??? (Edgy)

Whenever a black leather jacket is involved…its going DOWN! lol This is a look you can wear to a concert or even for a night out in town.

Glasses: LOFT

Black Leather Jacket: ZARA

Sweatshirt: H&M

Denim: H&M

Heels: Steve Madden

Can you think of a top, bottom, or dress that you can wear multiple ways? You may have done it already! Thanks for taking a look!

BLUSHING.

April 22, 2017~ April

Literally every KOLOR you may be looking for is located somewhere in HOUSTON, TEXAS.

This blush wall downtown was the perfect color for my APRIL BLUSH MONTH. Just had a little fun with it! 🙂

|PHOTO CREDIT: @rainlogos|

I know alot of you may be familiar with this particular design….the BANANA LEAF PRINT.

It’s become a craze this spring time not only used for fashion, but its destinct print is used in all ranges even for decor.

I will share some of my leaf print favs down below!

Pictures via Pinterest

DILLARD’S COLLAB!

April 22, 2017~ Uncategorized

I was so excited to get an email from the department head asking if I wanted to participate in the DILLARD’S spring style event. They were reaching out to some of the local upcoming bloggers in the Houston area…so of course I agreed! This was also a contest that involved a very hefty shopping spree for my model and I.

(Ummm so who doesnt want to shop for free…said no one ever!)

We were advised to come in some days before the event to pick out what we wanted our model to wear. That’s when it clicked to me that since its April and my theme for this month is BLUSH…. why not incorporate that into my outfits for the show?!?!

We were asked to provide our own models and the first name that clicked to me was her! I had a previous co-worker that we’ve always stayed in contact and she modeled and blogged as well..so I reached out to her and with no hesitation she agreed! Everything was falling into place.

Model: Kandyace Anderson

IG: modelkandyace

Blog: TeaTymeTuesdai.tumblr.com

It was a pleasure working with these other local bloggers as well! (and yes my sister modeled for one of them) I think she had more fun than I did! It was definitely a great turnout and I’m glad i was apart of it.

I also want to thank the head of the dept. Sharon Rios (Blue Blazer)

and Shantae (White) for making this event happen!

Shantae’s IG: Outspokenlychic_

Blog: www.outspokenlychic.com

Cant forget some of the awesome GOODIES all the participants got to take home! 🙂

FINALLY….it was left up to social media to choose the best outfit to win the SHOPPING SPREE!

EVERYONE pitched in and voted for me like it was a million dollars I was getting! ( I wish)

AND I WON!!!! Thank you guys for voting for me and telling your friends who never knew who I was to vote. Every vote counted and I’m so grateful!

I did have a shopping spree and all those outfits will be posted next month for MAY…(my birthday month) in case you were wondering.

Who knows what the color scheme for MAY will be??? STAY TUNED!

HELLO APRIL!

April 1, 2017~ April

IM SOOOOOO EXCITED FOR THIS MONTH! Everything is about BLUSH! I chose this color for spring because it is definitely the missing piece when it comes fashion, makeup, even decor….So tune into the fun things coming up this APRIL! 🙂

FOREST DREAMS…

March 31, 2017~ March

|PhotoCred: @rainlogos|

This Month of MARCH was all about YELLOW! This romper from Dillards was so fun with its different prints and designs. It looked so BOHO which is why we took it to the forest with this shoot. I felt like a modern day HIPPIE! The weather was so breezy and just being out in nature made me realize how much time I really dont spend outside. Do you actually just sit outside and watch nature??? The sky, the birds, the trees, the fresh air, I just wanted to leap through the forest with no shoes on! lol The energy was AMAZING!

TAKE TIME OUT TO ENJOY NATURE….HELLO SPRING!

PRINTS & KOLORS!!

March 27, 2017~ Uncategorized

|Photo Credit: @rainlogos|

When you don’t know what to do with your hair…tie a HEADWRAP! LOL

I’ve actually had this material (headwrap) for a while now…this particular patterned material is called “ANKARA” in my language. You have probably seen these styles from your high end brands to your local stores, everyone is embracing the vibrant prints this time around. It’s great for the summer time and spices up the most basic outfits that need that extra “~~SOMETHING~~“!