Breakfast In Bed

As the days pass much too quickly, it's so easy to get caught up in the daily rut.  It's ok to take time for yourself once in awhile and sleep in.  We all have responsibilities, but we must also give ourselves permission to breathe and enjoy.  Other than snow days, vacation days, or sick days, many won't take a time out. 

It's so much sweeter to take an unplanned day off of your grind...and still away just for some YOU time...even if it's only for "breakfast in bed."  Enjoy the journey my friends!

A little Esperanza!

Beautiful!
Crowned and Kissed...Esperanza Spalding

https://youtu.be/-IMh9bJmoU0

Just Because

We all need a place where we can gather our thoughts and surround ourselves with amazing moments whether it be over a good book, food, wine, or with an old friend...Shall you dare to venture to someplace wonderful and have awesome experiences?  Live amazing...just because.

Iconic

Coco Chanel

Her sophisticated style continues to rock the world...As one of my favorite designers, Coco Chanel celebrates femininity.  I like the fact that she always stood for independence and creativity.  The world of fashion has always needed her signature style and grace.  I'm a fan of the Chanel brand and I choose to live with elegance and sophistication.  Thanks to the House of Chanel for inspiring little ol' me!  Muah!!!

What fashion icons inspire you?...I'd love to hear!

Today is Your Day!

Promote your positive energy to becoming the best and greatest YOU!  Strive to create good habits!

Artist of the Day

Jacob Lawrence

When you have hope, you have a new beginning.  I think of my own life and how just having an ounce of hope has helped me accomplish many new things and given me the chance to embark on new opportunities.  I have always been inspired by visual artist Jacob Lawrence's paintings.  These paintings were of African Americans leaving the Jim Crow South migrating to the city in hopes of finding better job opportunities and better housing.  These brave individuals took everything they had in order to travel to their new beginnings.  Cities like Chicago, Detroit, Washington, D.C. and New York are now homes to African American mom and pop shops like barbershops, salons, cleaners, and restaurants.  Some of these institutions would not have been possible without someone having hope and dreaming in something greater than himself.  Friends, remember that your hopes embody possibilities...

The Great Migration by Jacob Lawrence

Unexpected Blessings

Sometimes when you least expect it...Life offers you a surprise.  Living in expectancy is one thing but when the unexpected happens...you can roll with it and count your blessings.  Take time to recognize the lessons that life offers you...and enjoy every minute!