Hola!

Since I have been away for a few weeks, I decided to put up some more updates of my natural hair journey. I wanted to show those of you who are natural or who are thinking about going natural how easy it is to go from kinky to straight without the use of harsh chemicals. The dates don't coincide, but this is how my hair looks after it is pooed. The latter pictures are the finished result of a good blow dry and flat iron.

At first I decided not to straighten my hair that often, but lately I have been flat ironing it twice a month. I am going to color it (need some sometime sprucing) and rock my curly afro for a while and I will post pictures of the results later. (Whether good or bad - Let's hope good)

Happy Hair!!!!!!!

Today's Scripture

Increase More!

"There are those who [generously] scatter abroad, and yet increase more; there are those who withhold more than is fitting or what is justly due, but it results only in want"
(Proverbs 11:24, AMP)

In the book of Genesis, God set up a system of seedtime and harvest. Everything God does starts with a seed. The Bible also tells us that He gives seed to the sower. In other words, if you are a person who has a desire to bless others and sow seed, God will make sure you have plenty to give. Notice in today's verse what happens when we generously sow seed—we increase more! Just like planting a seed in the natural brings an abundant harvest, planting a spiritual seed brings an abundant harvest as well. You can't out give God. The scripture says that He will pour out blessings on you that you can barely contain.

God's blessings go way beyond the financial realm. He wants you to have blessed relationships, good health, and a happy career. Why don't you take a step of faith today and look for ways to start sowing. What do you have in your hand? Can you start by giving a smile and sowing joy? Do you have five dollars to help someone else at the gas pump? Choose to be blessing and watch how God brings increase in every area of your life.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father God, today I choose to be a sower and a giver. Help me to see the people around me the way You see them so that I can bless them the way You want to bless them. Thank You for Your faithfulness in my life as I stay obedient to Your Word. In Jesus' Name. Amen

Michelle Obama's Curly Do!!!!!!!

LOVE IT!!!!!!!

The dress is fierce too!

BR Monogram - Banana Republic

I was in the mall last week and I went into Banana Republic. I had not been in there in years and let me tell you I was really impressed. They have this new line called BR Monogram and it is really nice. The clothing is moderately priced and the selection is great. The quality is much better than before and I even snagged a few pieces while I was there (thanks to my sweetie giving me his Banana Republic credit card).

Easy, summer dresses are all the rave right now and Banana Republic has captured that fesh look within this new collection.

Check them out at www.bananarepublic.com

I've listed a few pieces that caught my eye!

(may go back for this one - above)

(I bought this one)

I did it!

Me & A Fellow Research Methods Classmate!

My Brother & Nephew

Me & "The Girls"

My proofs (will be ordering)

I have so many pictures from this day, but I could not put them all up.

Today's Scripture

This One Thing.......

"…I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead"
(Philippians 3:13, NLT)

Are you determined to forget the past? I know many people don't fully understand what that means. They wonder, "How can I forget something that's happened to me?" But one definition of the word forget is to disregard intentionally or to overlook. In other words, you have to choose to disregard your past so that it doesn't keep you from moving forward. That means the good and the bad. Sometimes our past victories keep us from rising higher as much as past failures. If we don't let go of the old, we'll never be able to embrace the new.

It doesn't matter what's happened in your history, it's time to forget what lies behind. Make the choice today to look forward. Trust that God has a better future in store for you. Trust that He's working behind the scenes on your behalf. As you forget what lies behind and press forward, you will see the abundant life the Lord has in store for you!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father in heaven, I choose to forget the past today. I don't want anything to hold me back from the good future You have prepared for me. I choose forgiveness and ask that You help me, by Your Spirit, to press forward in every area of my life. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

Finally!

Twist out

Graduation Day Hair

Hello all! I want to take this time to apologize for such a lack luster blog for the past couple of months. As some of you know, I was attending college full-time and working full-time. Well, today is "GRADUATION DAY!"

I am making my strut across the stage at 2pm today and I am so ready!

I took five classes and I really had to put the medal to the pedal and study my butt off (literally)! I had Sociological Statistics and Research Methods this past semester and I could not fail. Well, I passed (3 A's and 2 B's) and I am receiving a BA in Sociology with a Minor in Criminal Justice. I am also receiving Latin Honors (cum laude) with a 3.4 grade point average. This is why my blog had to be set aside for a moment. :(

So, now I have time on my hands again and I will be back with some great tips, fashion, updates, and reviews to keep you coming back for more. Above are just some updates on the natural hair process.

Happy Graduation!!!!!!