Go ahead and be a D.I.V.A

Go a head and be a D.I.V.A (Women’s International Day)-March 8^th March is Women's History Month

DYNAMIC

INNOVATIVE

VIVACIOUS

AMBITIOUS

I dedicate this to all of the young girls around the world, my niece, my goddaughter, Jayleen, and family members. I want you to know and embrace being a female and how powerful it is in this generation and age today. Also to my future daughter as well….(Hey you never know lol)

Be Dynamic dy·nam·ic

dīˈn1.

(of a process or system) characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

"a dynamic economy"

o    (of a person) positive in attitude and full of energy and new ideas.

"she's dynamic and determined"

synonyms:

energetic, spirited, active, lively, zestful, vital, vigorous, forceful, powerful, positive; More high-powered, aggressive, bold, enterprising; magnetic, passionate, fiery, high-octane; informalgo-getting, peppy, full of get-up-and-go, full of vim and vigor, gutsy, gutty, spunky, feisty, go-ahead; vulgar slangass-kicking "he was eclipsed by his more dynamic colleagues"

noun

noun: dynamic; plural noun: dynamics

1.    1.

a force that stimulates change or progress within a system or process.

"evaluation is part of the basic dynamic of the project"

2.    2.

Music

another term for dynamics (sense 3).

My best advice for everything you do in life is be innovative meaning use your imagination it’s okay to be creative and get ideas, when you have something you want to make and put to use take advantage right away. An idea is like a small seed it can grow and bloom into a beautiful flower. You want to hold on to those ideas and make them something amazing. Whatever you believe will make the world or you better you can do.

in·no·va·tive

ˈinəˌvādiv/

adjective

adjective: innovative

1.    (of a product, idea, etc.) featuring new methods; advanced and original.

"innovative designs"

o    (of a person) introducing new ideas; original and creative in thinking.

"an innovative thinker"

synonyms:

original, new, novel, fresh, unusual, unprecedented, avant-garde, experimental, inventive, ingenious, creative; More advanced, modern, state-of-the-art, pioneering, groundbreaking, revolutionary, radical, newfangled "his design was considered the most innovative of the

vi·va·cious

vəˈvāSHəs,vīˈvāSHəs/

adjective

adjective: vivacious

1.    (especially of a woman) attractively lively and animated.

synonyms:

lively, spirited, bubbly, ebullient, buoyant, sparkling, lighthearted, jaunty, merry, happy, jolly, full of fun, cheery, cheerful, perky, sunny, breezy, enthusiastic, irrepressible, vibrant, vital, zestful, energetic, effervescent, dynamic; More informalpeppy, bouncy, upbeat, chirpy "their vivacious daughter

am·bi·tious

amˈbiSHəs/

adjective

adjective: ambitious

 

 

 

1.    having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.

"his mother was hard-working and ambitious for her four children"

synonyms:		aspiring, determined, forceful, pushy, enterprising, motivated, enthusiastic, energetic, zealous, committed, purposeful, power-hungry; More informalgo-getting, go-ahead "an energetic and ambitious politician" eager, determined, enthusiastic, anxious, hungry, impatient, striving "he was ambitious to make it to the top"
antonyms:	lazy, laid-back

o    (of a plan or piece of work) intended to satisfy high aspirations and therefore difficult to achieve.

"the scope of the book is very ambitious"

 

 

 

synonyms:		difficult, exacting, demanding, formidable, challenging, hard, arduous, onerous, tough; archaictoilsome "an ambitious task"
antonyms:	easy

I want you to be vivacious meaning living a life with passion, zest, having excitement, and embracing everything that is thrown act you. You take everything in with the good and bad. All of these lessons are going to prepare you for greater things ahead each time you get somewhere you will get to another better place. That's how you have you live with being vivacious. You strive for greater success for whatever is thrown at you.

 

I want you all to take a good look at the definitions of the meaning of these words. Mainly because these are the traits young girls and women should develop you want them to be strong, confident, knowledgeable, ambitious, thoughtful, hard working. You instill the D.I.V.A attitude and you will get the D.I.V.A. I want my future daughter, my niece, cousins, and everyone with a daughter to know her worth and value every single day. How valuable she is not just in the eyes of her parents, the eyes of her God or who she believes in, her friends, and family. I want her to believe that her influence in society is looked upon her from the moment she is born to the moment she takes a step in society. It's important for her to be around people who may be a positive influence to her. You need people who will push you to be a greater success. That's the most important thing someone who will be a positive influence to you can take you to greater places in the long run.

 

 

These women above and below some are not shown who I admire but these are some of my heroes and I hope with their stories it will motivate you to follow your dreams, passions, and be a fierce DIVA too!!

You know I had to include this song "Diva" by Beyonce peformed live get ready for more Queen B posts coming soon!!!!!

That cute little furry pom pom trend love it!

Dedicate this song to all of the people who have got "Style" by Taylor Swift (2015) from her Grammy winning "1989" album

I have been noticing this furry little pom pom detail everywhere, it’s on purses, it’s on hats, wallets, and you can even purchase a pom pom separately. So in honor of our cute little furry friend let’s discuss how to do the pom pom right.  I have been looking and noticing them a lot more frequently and the more the trend is catching on the more designers are finding ways to expand with creative ideas for them. I have found local and top designers who have all been excited about this trend. I hope to see it carry over into the summer with more handbags or bags even too. So here are some ways you could find your “inner cheerleader” with these cute and fluffy pom poms.  I am in love with this trend actually. I know there’s a way for them to even take the trend into the spring but the way to do it is making it versatile and fun for the summer and spring months too. So I included a few of my favorite things I have seen around town that I am crazy about. I have seen about 20-30 people all sporting their pom pom hats and everything. So here are a few of my favorite pom pom trends I have seen from high designers, on the street every day in New York, and on some of our favorite celebs. I will include some photos of me too in my favorite pom-pom ensemble. It adds cuteness, style, some edge, flair, and makes you stay cozy during those chilly months of the season.

So hey fashion designers please figure out a fun cute way to the pom pom trend going this year for the spring, summer, fall and this upcoming winter. I personally love it. =)

Beyonce sporting her pom pom hat

This cutie has got the look lol!

Yasss darling she's fabulous in her pom pom hat

Singer/Actress,Rihanna sporting the pom pom hat out and about

Kendall Jenner sporting the trend

A better photo of Queen Bey in her pom pom beanie the hat comes in all different colors and styles

So in love with this bag right now cannot wait to get it from one of my favorite sites http://www.celebboutique.com

Accessorize with a pom pom key chain to add some flair

Singer Monica sporting the pom pom hat

Sport your pom pom boots during the fall/winter

"I want to belong to him now..."

 

Hello my fabulous, fierce, loyal, and ferocious readers. Who knew that my love life would take such a dramatic change when I decided to take a huge risk and follow my heart right this past fall back in October 2015. For those of you who read the blog you know exactly what I am talking about. How I went across the country to fly and tell an ex I had a feelings for him still. Yet at the very same time that Halloween weekend/my birthday week I met someone new. I was thinking about that night and how I took a huge risk to even put myself out there in that situation. To be that vulnerable, bold, and expose myself like that was nerve racking but I felt great at the same time. Liberated, free, and I kind of just physically and mentally put it all behind me. I was scared believe me but I let strength, courage, and faith keep pushing me to not be afraid. I had a great time honestly I am so happy I actually took that trip. You have no idea I really did need that.

One thing I remember on my first date with him at Cornet Restaurant on Bourbon Street with this person I will call him, “The New Guy”, was him saying to me, “Well I feel like I am winning” after telling him the complete honest truth about why I took my trip to New Orleans, why I was so honest, so bold, and so brave. How I am not sure if this person wants to even be with me.  It took me in a different direction completely. I thought he was so sweet, charming, he’s bluntly honest, and genuine. (I asked him a few nights ago on Valentine’s day…. why did you choose me…he like all men of course went for the visual approach “Cause you looked good” lol!!!!!That can’t be the only reason but he’ll learn that later). He is very genuine though and even the way he held me the first night I danced with him I felt like I belonged to him. I know it sounds funny cause you don’t know a person in 10 minutes but there was just something about this guy that made him seem very special. He took a genuine interest in me, he wanted to pursue me, he asked me out, he wanted my number. He did and made the right moves. So after a few months of talking, texting, flirting, and everything we can see each other again.  We had a great night fun time at a karaoke bar, site seeing at Café du Monde. It was great and we enjoyed it all. It was the best decision I made seriously leaving behind fear and taking a big step. Believe me could have put my life in danger too but because I am 29 years old, I have traveled all over, and my experience I handled it the way I knew best. I had fun, enjoyed myself did the same thing I always do, do something you always wanted to do and make it happen now. Take advantage of the moment and I did. That approach worked and we both benefited from the situation right away.

We saw each other in January and now once again I can see him in the place and state we met each other. It sounds kind of funny and bizarre but who knew I had to step out of my comfort zone, fly 2-3 hours just to find someone from my birthplace and current home state of New York? How did that happen? I didn’t plan this I promise you how could I? I only planned to have a great time with that person (the man I was emphasis on was in love with at that time). Now I can say honestly I feel like I just want to belong to him now.  I don’t want to go back into the past anymore I am done. I closed those chapters and I feel that if someone did want me in that way. He would have done just as my family has stated made even more of an effort to make the trip and make time for me.  So now I feel like Hmm…can life be taking Honey Brown Sugar in a new direction wait and see. Will she remain in the “Big Apple”, or will she end up in the “Big Easy” or possibly the “City of Angels” (Los Angeles, California or the state of California one day) .I kind of promised myself that if nothing else works out the way I want. I want to take another risk and just go out to the west coast. Take a chance and make something really happen now. I would love to bring my family out there too. If God willing everything falls into place. So we will see I am praying, working hard, all I can do is have patience and we will see how everything unfolds.  Stay tuned folks there’s a lot more coming soon in the ever changing busy world of “Honey Brown Sugar”….the story continues. Oh you will see pictures soon I promise...lol!!!!

 

On our first date we actually were sitting on the balcony at Cornet Restaurant and a little ladybug came over between us. I thought it was too cute they symbolize good luck and happiness to wish you well. I take that as a good sign =)

 

 

 

Included two songs one of my favorites "I belong to you" by Lenny Kravitz and "Teach me" by Musiq Soulchild

King Kylie's Sinfully Beautiful Nail Polish Collection, "King Kylie Collection"

I love nail polish have been a big fan of getting my nails done probably since age 6 I believe manicures and pedicures. Very excited one of my favorite nail polish brands will be joining up with one of my favorite reality television show families and business people, The Kardashian-Jenners, the youngest member of the family Kylie is taking everyone by storm. Between her all of her older sisters, Kendall killing it with her gorgeous long legs on the fashion runway and this year’s Fashion week 2016. Kylie is killing it in almost every form of business fashion, cosmetics, nail polish to be included, television show, and they continue to expand and build. I always wanted to start my own cosmetic business as a kid growing up. I still would love to one day even with nail polish.

                My favorite colors of Sinful colors nail polish are “Gogo girl”, “Apple Mint”, I love their fuschias, corals, Midnight Blue, Cinderella (the number says 1106-my birthday lol love that one), Queen of Beauty, 14 Gold Karat. I started buying them originally at Duane Reade at my old neighborhood cause the price was perfect $1.99! Now I have come to love them all. When I finish a bottle or run out, or when they dry up it's like No!  I love them all I have a thing about my hands lol (cause you all know I am a writer) they are the first thing I check on in the morning lol to make sure they are okay. Not just that but I have watched them literally grow and I am proud that they are able to perform all of the tasks I need to them do. Whether shopping, at work writing, doing spreadsheets, creating PowerPoint presentations for fun to practice , placing orders for Bob's Discount  Furniture cooking and creating dishes. In my opinion every young lady deserves a great pedicure and manicure at the end of the week. So I believe every woman should treat herself, don’t forget your femininity. You should drive on over and get Kylie's collection it debuts February 26, 2016 just in time for those fabulous Oscars parties you will all be celebrating I am sure.

Kylie has expanded her brand far from just the hit channel E Network’s  “Keeping up with the Kardashians” she has created a clothing line with her sister, Kendall that has hit major department stores, including one I work for personally (Lord & Taylor). Of course you can find the Kardashian Kollection online but you can also find it on http://www.shopbop.com and many more other websites too.  So are you ladies ready for Spring and Summer 2016 to be the most stylish and fabulous betties to walk down your downtown street. I hope you will be so check out ://www.shopstyle.com/Kendall-And-Kylie, https://kendall-kylie.com/, and http://kyliecosmetics.com

You know I always include music with my blog entries here's a song for my fabulous ladies who love getting their nails and hair done lol!!!! "Tens" by Jennifer Lopez ft. Jack Mizrahi

Also stay tuned and make sure you keep on keeping up with the Kardashians on E!www.eonline.com/shows/kardashians and http://www.sinfulcolors.com to check out their latest collections and I hope you ladies will visit and tell all of your friends too.