What would you do if you won the lottery? I would no longer walk, talk or eat the same! Matter of fact, I’m changing my name to Queen Cleopatra Elizabeth II. Seriously, here’s what I would really do if I won the lottery. I’ve overcome numerous obstacles to become a first-time home buyer in my early 30s as a single parent. In less than 5 … Continue reading I’m Rich! (just practicing)
I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since I took a leap of faith and became a homeowner! At that time, the only thing at the forefront of my mind was to put down roots so my son could have a neighborhood to grow up in just like every classic tv show. I remember after closing going into a deep depression wondering if I had … Continue reading 5 Year Housiversary
A reflection on lessons learned and new perspectives gained from 2020 that deserves to be carried into the new year. Continue reading New Year Do’s and Don’ts
Dear Society, You can keep your box. For so long I questioned why I didn’t enjoy the monotone, barely there, beige is the new black-modern, minimalist decor aka be like the Kim Kardashian’s of the world. Fact is, I’m more of a Drew Barrymore. A wild flower that doesn’t want to be picked. The things I love most have a story to tell. That rug. … Continue reading A Letter To Society
There’s something majestic about Cochiti Lake that stays with you long after you’ve said your goodbyes. Growing up on the East Coast surrounded by water to living in a high desert where beaches are an anomaly never made the saying felt truer-You don’t miss your water until your well runs dry. Continue reading Destination: Cochiti Lake
It’s the attempted delivery of a compliment but once received we don’t quite know where to put the Thank You! You know, the ones that start with “I love your shirt!” 🙂 but ends with “But I would NEVER wear that color!” 😦 Yeah…that moment Sometimes a back handed compliment is simply when a person opens their mouth and inserts foot- on accident. Most times … Continue reading Backhanded Compliment
For the past 6 months I’ve been completing what should have been a 5-day inspirational plan titled How Do I Find My Calling? This plan helped me to dig deep and reach the surface of my insecurities. A much needed soul cleansing. I’ve decided to share the plan and a few of my responses. Question: If you could do anything you wanted to do, you … Continue reading Life Lessons
As I travel to say my goodbyes to my dear uncle who suddenly passed away from pancreatic cancer, I can’t help but notice all the empty promises I have made, the to-do list I never finished and the dreams I half accomplished. At this moment, life has never felt shorter. As the scripture resonates within my soul, no one knows the day or hour. By … Continue reading Motivated By Death
Pimpin’ ain’t easy and neither is Bloggin’ When I decided to live true to my creative self, I thought that setting up a blog would be nice and easy. Fast forward a few months later and I haven’t done much… besides posting this blog… on me not having done much! Every so often I have to remind myself that there is no competition. I’m in … Continue reading Bloggin’ Ain’t Easy
“Life remains unchanged till a leap of faith runs towards heaven” Life is about taking chances. It is through these leaps of faith that we uncover our strong and successful selves. Moving from South Carolina to New Mexico was definitely not as graceful as I would’ve hoped. Leaving my loved ones to live in an unfamiliar place felt more like a crash-landing. I didn’t have … Continue reading Ungracefully Leaping
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