tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26923333044930175182024-03-13T14:46:06.649-07:00ANNES.FASHION.FLAIRannesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.comBlogger111125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-77430090145138272732020-09-26T08:41:00.006-07:002020-09-26T08:53:22.706-07:00The Good, The Bad & The Ugly<h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Hi my loves, I hope you're all well? How are we feeling, how are we coping? </span></h2><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1493" data-original-width="828" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy_srvUhJBFFiuOL9SZPi7NFva9_uqV-1_3uATtV5lJSBVEok3YgTAq5K3m-ckyrIzZvLbELdch_El1o8Q7OeAs6I1dCdPoRmLZQHnsLEwZg_OB0Q_i-FHNeZ3UyHhqN2A3K38qhLXVp42/w197-h320/IMG_0602.JPG" style="text-align: left;" width="197" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPo1RGBYbtqeu_ZmegA91yG-JeKWRvFlaRj5Pr7sKGm4itgD4p3gHcZI69V9QIwZc2pqt4fB7hH2_QPgfg13VJgsIdWC_2KSdlKEU2VGAkO8Z3SETaQsmx2aKlAXxD4QhH38f7ovqra8nH/s1483/IMG_0604.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1483" data-original-width="828" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPo1RGBYbtqeu_ZmegA91yG-JeKWRvFlaRj5Pr7sKGm4itgD4p3gHcZI69V9QIwZc2pqt4fB7hH2_QPgfg13VJgsIdWC_2KSdlKEU2VGAkO8Z3SETaQsmx2aKlAXxD4QhH38f7ovqra8nH/s320/IMG_0604.JPG" /></a><img border="0" data-original-height="1036" data-original-width="693" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8grFt8AoS-nJU9N-rf4R0egt0JEl0DU7lisTkS9XRQgcPPF4DUPx0KEtvp7iuxdzo9c2y0Cn_QmScTcveq1tznge1kaCRNIy9al9fNwLjb5iqhttElY9ObIfjUwnUNVyXbWoGoQFKNLIX/s320/IMG_0603.JPG" style="text-align: left;" /></div><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><div><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Glasses- H&M</span></i></div></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Top- H&M</span></i></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trousers- H&M</span></i></div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span>I look back a</span><span>t </span><span>h</span><span>ow 2019 ended with so much hope, determination, readiness for 2020, KNOWING this would be a year of adventure, change and welcomed challenges... yea *si</span>de eye*</div>
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Chile, I've really been hanging in there. This is definitely NOT how I envisioned 2020 to be!<br />
We're past the half way point nearing the end of this year and I really don't know if I'm coming or going lol. I've felt incredibly heavy by what has overwhelmed us globally and it has taken me a while to process figuring out how it's all affected me. I've tried to break coping mechanisms that shut me down by replacing them with methods that build me up mentally and emotionally and then just when I feel recharged enough to face the severity of one matter, we're hit with even more global trauma. <div>Black people have endured way too much cultural devastation over such a short amount of time, having to revisit oppression.<br />Covid-19 is the plague we didn't see coming. The amount of lives lost is WILD, truly heartbreaking. We've been banished to our rooms and told social distancing is our new normal. I don't ever want socialising to be distant, I don't think that is normal. With the economy opening up to the public, those safety measures are still very much in place, but it seems as though we might be back in detention. I'm awaiting the day things do feel normal (as if they ever will) but hey...<div><br /><br />
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I had things on my personal development list, to be ticked off and I'm pleased to say I've gained growth spiritually, physically, emotionally and financially.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><b style="text-align: left;"><i>Spiritually</i></b></div><p>Part of my peace has been cradled in my moms scriptural quotes and prayers, but I quickly learnt that I shouldn't be dependent on her to centre myself. It's important to have community and accountability, but it's just as important to be your own life coach. I had to actively begin to do the work within myself. </p><p>I've always maintained a relationship with God, but when tested I tend to reach out to the nearest form of comfort and stillness, which is my mom. Instead I made a conscious effort to go to God first and not last. I decided to instantly pray and talk to God whenever I was feeling anxious, frustrated, worried. I needed something more powerful than I could fathom, to put my constant trust in, especially knowing that people will unfortunately always fail me. Not because they want to, but because they are incapable of being what you need when you need it EVERY time. However, God is perfect! Going to Him has most definitely strengthened my inner man. </p><blockquote><p><span style="color: #990000;">Jeremiah 17: 5-8</span></p></blockquote><blockquote><p><i><b><span style="color: #990000;">5 This is what the Lord says: ''Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord. 6 They are like shrubs in the desert, with no hope for the future... 7 Blessed are those that trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence.''</span></b></i></p></blockquote><p>Making it a consistent habit to thank God the moment my eyes awake, handing over my day into His care so that I can be used to love whoever I come into contact with and not give into my petty ways. I also developed the habit to sit with myself and take care of my thoughts, feelings and actions.</p><p><b><i>Physically</i></b></p><p>Taking care of my body has always been a no-brainer due to the fact that I love being active and feeling strong. I made a very dominant choice in ensuring that I would not gain weight over the last 6 months unhealthily, by divulging in comfort foods. I signed up and subscribed to an incredible online trainer who has whipped me into shape 6 days a week for 6 months. And I can proudly say I've been 100% consistent. It has released so many endorphins within each hourly session per day, and completely affects my head-space positively on the days I felt mentally clogged up. Any form of exercise or physical activity can have a profound positive impact on ones mental health. It is quite the stress reliever.</p><p>Emotionally I've given into all of my feels. I've allowed myself to connect with whatever feeling I'm connected to at whatever time, to ensure I've released it. Holding it all in does nothing positive, in fact it does more damage than good. I never knew until given this down time, how much I talk myself into 'keeping it together'. It's been such a beautiful thing to completely let go. </p><p><br />Proactively making time to still enjoy myself has also been more a priority, especially given the current circumstance. I celebrated my best friends birthday in Kent. It was a surprise getaway to the sunny seaside of Margate lol. We had THE best time. I guess because we're such simple beings and love an adventure, it wouldn't have mattered where we were, we were going to have a blast. Amidst the trauma of 2020 the little things make all the difference in continuing to push through in feeling on top.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc4SmV1NCQmd8aysmRAEK2KxNeLqz8kvflfDvmdPFNYCKuEc1c5kAdnF9SG19-BvkgyBZVIp_m2i229pRcOQZgX7haWf_APbxhDOIs3JKaU8rblXGvM-ZUplY3w-Kp2H8qqmpWkMyn7sfE/s2048/IMG_0759.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1541" data-original-width="2048" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc4SmV1NCQmd8aysmRAEK2KxNeLqz8kvflfDvmdPFNYCKuEc1c5kAdnF9SG19-BvkgyBZVIp_m2i229pRcOQZgX7haWf_APbxhDOIs3JKaU8rblXGvM-ZUplY3w-Kp2H8qqmpWkMyn7sfE/w640-h482/IMG_0759.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5NKsTQOxzZhosCXqKxRPMKJ5BTDYzOlmOtcEUevPcfTEIVA5cr6OnxBHi3MqTx4kXQCERUWpUYbgEKbfLDSVn0bDn_AH3GskdT_rXBcW9fTYxjpH4RCcz5Uywy21oz5b7FmQzCmzWHpg5/s2048/IMG_0585.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5NKsTQOxzZhosCXqKxRPMKJ5BTDYzOlmOtcEUevPcfTEIVA5cr6OnxBHi3MqTx4kXQCERUWpUYbgEKbfLDSVn0bDn_AH3GskdT_rXBcW9fTYxjpH4RCcz5Uywy21oz5b7FmQzCmzWHpg5/w300-h400/IMG_0585.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Headscarf- Zara</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Brown Bodysuit- Zara</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trousers- Zara</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Swimsuit- Zara</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Glasses- Loewe</span></i></div><p><br /></p><p>Sometimes it takes for things to be shaken up in our bubble, in order for us to be still. Having this time to deliberately work on myself has been very challenging but so satisfying. It still is a challenge and I'm fighting to be become the best version of myself. I'd hate to miss out on purposeful events that are ordained specifically for me, just because I failed to do the ground work, so I'm taking this all on the chin! The good, the bad and the ugly!</p><p><span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></p><p><span><span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;"><i>STYLE TIP</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="color: #b45f06;">- Embrace each season with a timeless piece (faith).</span><span style="color: #ffa400;"> </span></i></span></span></p><p><br /></p>
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<span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">I'm Such A Romantic, I Love LOVE!!</span></div>
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I'm not sure I've ever been in-love, but I know what love looks and feels like. The love I have for my mom, niece and nephew (in particular) is beyond me! It's selfless, it's consistent, it's caring, it's unconditional... it's that willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure the purest of heart is truly felt and received always in all ways. It's honest, raw, sincere...</div>
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I remember having a conversation with a friend of mine, and he said (in these exact words)</div>
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I sat with his statement and then argued my disagreement because I don't believe that's true love, I think that's selfish. I believe to TRULY love, a major element of self-sacrificing is heavily involved...your pride, ego has to go out the window! You should compromise and these things can't be done selfishly! </div>
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I watched a series on YouTube called - <span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViuAblc-M0g&t=16s" target="_blank">Relationship Goals</a> </span><span style="color: blue;">and</span><span style="color: blue;"> </span><span style="color: blue;">p</span>art 2 of the series explained that you must </div>
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Okay, so... To <span style="color: red;">love God</span>, is to know God.<br />
In the same way we are attracted to things and become attached to how these 'things' makes us feel, enough to want to spend time with these things, is the same way you should connect and develop a relationship with God.<br />
I've spent time getting to know God throughout the course of my life and it's the most inexplicable experience. I've never felt so at peace, so unusually happy (even when nothing in my life is going right), humbled, secure, hopeful...I could go on. But most importantly, LOVED! And in all honesty I'm still yet to grasp the magnitude of his love due to lack of time I've spent speaking to God. </div>
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God's love factors in how selfish, irresponsible, hurtful, ugly, spiteful, inconsiderate, greedy we are and loves us anyway. Isn't that INSANE?! I'm sorry but I'm so quick to cut someone off when they don't save me any food, that kind of behaviour I find unacceptable, but God makes allowances for the murderers, the thieves... like he really has an overflowing amount of love. It's INCREDIBLE!</div>
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<b style="color: magenta;"> </b><span style="color: magenta;">''...patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand it's own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.''</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Surely you've seen the movie <b>The Bodyguard</b>. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">If you haven't, you must live under a rock. It's such a iconic film. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">As most of you know, in the film, Frank (Kevin Costner) has this undying love for Rachel</span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">(Whitney Houston), to the point his job to protect her becomes his life! How beautiful!! I mean it's nothing in comparison to someone actually choosing to die for you. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">Wow, how embarrassing, I actually tried to reference Gods love to The Bodyguard lol. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">The point I'm trying to make is, God is our bodyguard (smooth transition right). He wants to protect us, provide for us, give us a whole life, a fulfilling, fearless, abundant life. Do you even know what that looks like?! Neither me! But that's what he wants. For us to be in a place where we lack nothing!!! A love that wants you to be whole, not needing someone to complete you.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Can you imagine someone offering themselves as a sacrifice to show HOW much they love you?! Being spat on several times by masses of people, punched, kicked, beaten, whipped and then nails hammered into your hands and feet, so that your body could be HUNG up on a cross?! That amount of pain is unfathomable. To think a love beyond our knowledge, endured such hell for us?!</span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">So yeah, once you know THAT kind of love in it's entirety, you are able to see yourself from Gods perspective and act accordingly. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: justify;">Knowing you are made perfectly, you are deserving, you are valuable, precious in his sight. No matter how unseen you feel by people, the one who CREATED YOU... knows exactly how many follicles of hair are on YOUR head, sees you and thinks you're awesome. That is a beautiful assurance. It's a confidence that is next level and truly embeds real self love. </span>You are only then capable of loving others the way you <span style="color: red;">love yourself</span>.<br />
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The importance of <span style="color: red;">loving others</span> should be equal to the love you give yourself. </div>
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I've experienced first hand, that if you do not work on your deficiencies, you subconsciously project them onto other people, which is why it is so important to know WHO you are. The last thing you want, is to burden people with your voids and jeopardize loving relationships out of lack of self-love.<br />
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-<span style="color: magenta;">releasing all tension from your mind/body</span> and then recharging with positive affirmations,<br />
you'll then have the same kind of time and patience towards others. If you can give yourself this time, you can be in a better position to give this time to others.<br />
In order to give others the best of us, in a way that doesn't require us to be dependent on what they have to offer, we must do the self-love work. I think the strength in loving others is when you can freely do so, without needing a return.</div>
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On this Easter Sunday, I want to acknowledge the selfless love Jesus gave. It is a love I believe is worth seeking after. It may not make sense to many, it may not be of interest to your lifestyle, it may not be part of your brand lol however IT IS the <span style="color: red;">GREATEST LOVE OF ALL</span>.<br />
God loves all of us, but it's important for you to know that he loves YOU, personally. He cares about YOU and took one hell of a beating specifically for YOU! God thinks you are worth every bit of pain he endured. I pray you never forget the true meaning of Easter!<br />
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I've been using part of my time to continuously better who I am and also who I can become to others. Looking at why and how I react to certain things and what is at the core of my behaviour patterns. A self-love discovery I guess you can call it!<br />
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The other night my homegirl and I were chatting away about how we've both recognised that it's within both of our natures to 'do good'. We constantly extend ourselves to people who have proven nonchalant of our time and energy. </div>
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I then received a text from someone I've not gotten along with for some time, and the 'do good' in me was going to respond to the text out of politeness (you know, as acknowledgement) EVEN THOUGH, every fiber in my body did not want to respond. </div>
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I decided not to. I thought, nope! Why should I?! I don't want to. But then I was struggling with why it felt like SUCH a big (minor) decision.</div>
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It begs the question, are you a fool to continuously show love to those who aren't the easiest to love?! I mean the good book does say </div>
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I've always been torn between cutting people off and being patient with them. It's that fine line between protecting yourself and doing what you believe is right regardless. But I had to sit with God and ask whhhhhyyyyyyyyyy? Why do I have to be nice lol why can't I be like those 'chest-high' people that rdgaf?!<br />
The answer is, because God is love and I know his love, I'm convicted to do what I believe is right! And if I want to be a reflection of his love, I have to constantly give! Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful and endures through every circumstance.<br />
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<span style="color: #e69138;">''If at the end of the love you give, is to get it back in return, you ain't loving, you're looking out for yourself.'</span> <span style="color: #e69138;">- Miss Viv King</span></blockquote>
Sylvia and I also briefly spoke on forgiveness. We as humans sometimes harbor things in our hearts thinking we've forgiven and moved on, but the true test is your attitude to towards the person later on down the line. Are you cutting your eyes at them in your heart? lol<br />
It's easy (for some) to be fake enough to say 'Hi' but that rooted wound of hurt will always show face in tension. You can't disguise tension, it's the most bold faced energy of them all. Forgiveness sets you free and eventually the other person, that's if they've internally done the work too.<br />
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Last night I was scrolling through instagram and my insta bud Vivian coincidentally explained my findings so perfectly! If you're on insta her name is @missvivkingx.<br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;">A real self-love journey teaches you to love others as yourself. It teaches you to see yourself in other peoples weakness, to identify in what makes us all human! You learn not to put yourself above anything because you too are capable of the absolute worse.</span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;">A true self-love journey teaches empathy, understanding, grace, how to make room for the human dysfunction and errors.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;">Outside of the love of God, you find a type of love that keeps records of how much they've done for you, how you didn't show up for their sake, it's transactional, if you aren't loving... that's not love. It's a transactional activity in disguise</span>.<br />
<span style="color: #783f04;">Christ teaches the sort of love that fills your heart with godliness, goodness, patience, kindness, not-self seeking, not prideful...truly living LOVE, it pushes you beyond yourself & it puts your pride on the line every time!!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;">It feels uncomfortable to you, its self-sacrificing, but it reaches out for others & build bridges!!</span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;">It makes things right, where there are wrongs, it pulls your heart to love those who aren't easiest to love, to love those who do very little for you, to love those who you gain nothing from... it makes allowances for hurt & disappointments!!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">That fine line is balance. Finding the balance between guarding your heart in wisdom and allowing grace to fill the gap! God sacrificed his life for us, so the least we (I) can do is continue to love on (from a distance) those that probably need it most, irrespective of whether it is earned, deserved or unappreciated. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">Easter is around the corner so I'll definitely be writing up on LOVE (my favourite subject) and the ultimate love story.</span><br />
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Jacket- Charity Shop<br />
Top- EBay<br />
Jeans-Newlook<br />
Boots- Zara<br />
Glasses- HM<br />
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I'm usually not one to be so affected by the news, I tend to stray away from watching it to be honest. Of course I understand the importance of knowing what is happening in our world, however it can be such a constant flow of negativity a lot of the time. But THIS, THIS!! This takes the cake ! The entire world is infested.<br />
The fact that we're being quarantined is beyond me! I really don't like feeling limited.<br />
I'm an ambivert so naturally I am pretty okay with being home alone and often I do tend to isolate myself, however this feels so restricting. Isn't crazy how when you're told you can't do something, you suddenly want to do it?! Or is that just the rebellion my mama tried to beat out of me haha.<br />
Anyways, it's very important that we're responsible regardless of how uncomfortable we may feel. We must think outside of ourselves as well as protecting ourselves. This contagious virus is unfortunately a matter of life or death (in most cases) and our elderly are the most vulnerable. Continue to be careful, wash your hands thoroughly and often and keep ya distance! Stay home.<br />
Hopefully this isn't for a long period of time, although we are being told otherwise.<br />
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What have you dived into now that you have the chance? There's plenty of books to be read, knowledge to gain, wisdom to soak in...<br />
There's also the option to look at yourself and make things right internally... is there anyone you could make amends with? (over the phone of course lol)<br />
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Since this has all come about, I've found the time to reach out so lightly and slightly to old acquaintances. You know, to see if the spark is still fizzling towards a growing friendship and to my surprise, it's highlighted that these people are as dry as the Sahara desert. If you know me, you know that as much time as we have, I don't have time. Bye babe!<br />
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The social media energy is a little heavy too. There are mixed emotions (as there should be). Some are living life like it's golden and trying to stay positive, others are taking hold of their entrepreneurial spirit and then there's the rest of us that are really relaxing, drinking wine, binge watching on Netflix.<br />
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I've tried to do all of these things, but I'm very uncomfortable. Maybe because I'm big on physical touch and it's been taken away from me so severely lol. Ya girl needs a hug.<br />
I visited a church last week (that I was incredibly late for *rolls eyes*) and one of the ushers shook my hand to greet me, then snatched herself away mid greeting. I was horrified lol. I knew why of course... she innocently forgot our responsibility to keep our distance, but I couldn't help but feel like an alien. This is 2020!! Good gawd!<br />
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Don't forget the importance of self isolating.<br />
The Coronavirus is an illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's easily spread through direct contact with a person who is infected. It's as simple as touching surfaces that have been contaminated from a cough or<br />
sneeze. The initial symptoms are a high temperature, fatigue and continuous cough.<br />
Remember to wash your hands often, and just be right on top of your hygiene!<br />
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<br />annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-86351238840800070042020-03-10T07:52:00.003-07:002020-03-18T15:38:40.301-07:00HEART CHECK<span style="font-size: large;">HOO MY GARSH</span><br />
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<span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">So I don't Know If Some Of You Know, But I'm A Woman Of Faith And I Try To Live By The Good Book (The Bible) But YO I'm Tirrrred! </span><br />
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Having Jesus as your role model is no joke. To be gracious and kind and patient PATIENT, peaceful, giving, ... its a lot!<br />
I've been working in fields of work where serving has been my main responsibility and since moving to London I've become a Personal Assistant, Stylist Assistant, Carer, the works and all these roles have required me to serve! I believe it's VERY important that we give our time, our warmth, our knowledge... how else would we develop and learn and grow? Our character is truly stretched.<br />
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Honey I'm tired! It's very exhausting having be kind to people we deem to be undeserving, it's very taxing having to 'turn the other cheek' when really you want to fly kick someone in their neck! How on earth did Jesus do it???<br />
I must admit, working in these particular fields 100% has forced me to be a better person. I've suffered quite a bit lol but I've been fortunate enough to have friends to talk me round. I will give you an example..<br />
There was a very established stylist I interned for and I'll never forget this particular situation because I felt so disrespected!<br />
FYI, I'm BIG on respect. As soon as I feel disrespected by you, you are erased from my memory.<br />
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So I had been assisting this young man for a while and enjoyed working along side him and his first assistant as they were easy going, down to earth and hardworking.<br />
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I had noticed that I'd become the only assistant preferred, when he was in prep for a shoot. His PA would regularly reach out to find out if I was available. I was never given specific details, just asked if I could keep certain days/dates free. I made myself available every time with no hesitation because I believed I was gaining the experience and knowledge I needed by serving him.<br />
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There were a few times I was told the day of a shoot, that I was no longer needed. I of course found this highly annoying, so going forward I didn't make myself as available.<br />
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I had been booked for personal shoot (one particular week) around the time this Stylist wanted my assistance and I had communicated that I would only be available 2 out of the 3 days he needed me.<br />
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Homeboy through a hissy fit, probably due to his own stresses in preparing for this project, but he had the nerve to question my commitment and work ethic. I was so ticked off! I had never let him down, and this was actually the only time I was unavailable. Bearing in mind I would at times do 12+ hour days for nothing, nada, zinch! No bueno! Not only was I offended that he had questioned my work ethic, the way in which he had communicated his frustration was very condescending. I let it slide...<br />
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The night before the shoot, he reached out to see if I could arrive to his place early rather than meeting at the shoot location. Now instead of just letting me know the call time had changed and he would need my assistance a lot earlier, he asked me if I could be at his for 8am. I responded by answering his question with 'I can arrive at 9.30am'. He again gave a condescending response that made me feel so small, so I decided to bow out! I thought nope, don't need this, not doing it, peace tf out!<br />
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I called my mom to vent because I was fuming!!!! I thought, after all I've done for him.. I worked well, I never complained, I did thee most, I showed up early, I left late, I did more than what my job required, for NOTHING!!! Yea, I understand that's partially what I signed up for, but I thought the least I could get in return, is some appreciation! Some respect!<br />
My mom being the wise woman she is, asked me <span style="color: red;">'why are you putting terms on your service?' </span>She convinced me that regardless of how I've been treated, my service shouldn't change, my attitude shouldn't change and my heart shouldn't change! I thought 'for goodness sake!!' But she was right.<br />
My friend Yaz told me the exact same thing! She said '<span style="color: red;">you're showing a sense of entitlement'</span>. I was like WHAAAAT?! ME? ENTITLED? NEVER!<br />
Because I kept reiterating the point that 'I never ask for anything but respect' it was pointed out that, that was pride, THAT was the entitlement.<br />
I was told that all that I am to do, should be done WELL regardless. I shouldn't feel like my service deserves recognition. My level of service should remain the same at all costs. THIS was harrrd for me to learn and still is.<br />
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Long story short, I checked my heart at the door and decided regardless of how crap he had made me feel, I was going to honor my word and assist him WELL. I arrived at his place 8am to load all the clothes into the Addison Lee. I unloaded the van once I reached the shoot location, proceeded to un-bag garments, shoes, accessories etc and laid them out ready for him to select and style. There was an overwhelming amount of pieces!<br />
I made notes of everything the models wore, so that his credits only needed to be typed up once the final images were selected. I organised the clothes in order of PR so that returning the garments would be seamless. After a long day of shooting, I stayed to load the clothes back in the van and then traveled to his place, to unload everything in his home. I got back to mine at 2am. This was an unpaid job. I was interning with the agreement that my travel would be reimbursed and my dietry requirements would be seen to.<br />
The stylist was so so appreciative of my service this day, he paid me a silly amount of money. I was shocked!<br />
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Acts of service should always be done from the heart. We should want to provide the very best regardless of what we get in return but we naturally and subconsciously are focused on what we will gain. We definitely should be in tune with how we benefit from a situation, however I believe it's important to serve from a place of true generosity. How??????<br />
I personally have to continuously ask God to give me the tools to give my time, my love, my abilities in the purest way, cause I don't believe I'm capable without him. I've made a conscious decision to do so numerous times, but I only succeed consistently, WITH God. He is the definition of all things good!<br />
You can see from the experience I've shared, how a change of heart allowed me to gain financially. My focus was no longer on being seen and acknowledged for my abilities. God saw my heart and ensured I benefited from such a long ass day lol.<br />
It's all a choice at the end of the day! Choose to put your heart and soul into people! You're sowing a beautiful seed whether you realise it or not.<br />
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This post literally was a rant, however I do hope this challenges you to regularly check your heart. Like the good book says 'Out of the heart flows living water' - John 7.38<br />
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I've come to the conclusion that I'm an overly emotional, unemotional, clingy but distant private person who likes to overshare at any moment and I'm still trying to figure out, how that works.<br />
The more I have in depth conversations with my mama and friends, I'm finding that we all need special attention and space to release our feels.<br />
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Just wanted to encourage you to explore spaces that allow you to do that.<br />
I was shaken by the recent passing of Caroline Flack and naturally began to ask the questions 'why wasn't there anyone close enough to her, how did she get to that place, why did it get to that point...'<br />
We must check in with ourselves and our loved ones! Lets make an effort to do the work. It may start with therapy, it may not, but lets start nurturing our mental health.<br />
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Life can be pretty tough. Situations can feel beyond overwhelming. Seeking the guidance of a wise professional will help us understand ourselves. Therapy can be expensive, so perhaps a support group amongst friends or having A friend to hold you accountable. It's something I'm definitely going to explore.<br />
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I've recently tuned into a Netflix series called 'Love Is Blind'. It's a social experiment where a group of men and women are given the opportunity to get to know one another without the comfort of seeing each others appearance.<br />
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Now you can call me shallow all you want honey, but I literally ain't about to date someone I'm not physically attracted to.<br />
<span style="color: red;">Disclaimer: I CAN NOT date anyone who lacks substance either, or someone who doesn't understand/possess good values. </span><br />
I won't say I'm totally against trying, however I have been in a few awkward situations where I've been approached by individuals (I haven't been outwardly attracted to) and got the 'ick!!'.<br />
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It's quite amazing that in such a short amount of time, the people involved in this social experiment have developed real feelings for each other. It's the purest setting! They are falling in love with people they're ACTUALLY and INTIMATELY getting to know, irrespective of what race, height, size or age is on the other side of the wall. I think it's genius! The physical stuff can be so distracting and lust is so real in these streets.<br />
The big test is when they are revealed to each other! Is that connection still there, are they actually deep in love?! There is a plot twist though. Before they meet, they are to be engaged to then get married within 4 WEEKS.<br />
So these people have literally fallen in love (some after 3days) gotten engaged, finally met in person, to be introduced to each others families (who have no idea any of this is happening!) and then take vows to commit for life! WILD!<br />
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I'm a hopeless romantic and I love love, but this... I dunno! I guess because the physical attraction side of things for me (personally) is apart of my deal breakers, it's foreign to me that this can happen. Realistically though, I don't think any of the couples that are on this journey, don't find each other physically attractive.<br />
I low-key wish I could've been apart of the experiment, to find out if the physical stuff is that important to me.<br />
I guess because I've always liked shiny things, I'd have to rewire myself to see the beauty in things that aren't so shiny or may be shiny in a different area. That's not to say I can't appreciate what isn't aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Preference.<br />
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There is a particular couple who are struggling in this area. The lady (Jessica 34) has fallen in love to be married to a younger man (Mark 24). He is besotted by her and she too is smitten by him, but he ain't physically doing it for her! Damn. She's been staying the course and giving it time to ensure the physical attraction can grow, but because the emotional connect is there and strong, homegirl is reluctant to part ways so soon.<br />
What would you do?! It must be such a difficult place to be in.<br />
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It is a refreshing watch, especially to see if their genuine connect from clear, consistent communication and authentic compatibility can lead to a long lasting marriage.<br />
I mean they are all realistically in the 'honeymoon' period and I do think getting married after a month is a hasty move...<br />
It takes tiiiime to really KNOW someone. I had my first argument with a friend of mine the other day after almost 10 years of never even bickering and that showed me a side of her I'd never seen. We as people are forever changing (well should be). These people are out here risking it all! What a mess lol<br />
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Anything worth having requires some level of risk and sacrifice. It all boils down to how bad you want it. Whether that be a loving relationship, a career or possession. Ask yourself some important questions..<br />
Is this worth it?<br />
Am I willing to give my all?<br />
Can I commit?<br />
How does this make me feel?<br />
Will this be an addition to my life?<br />
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Sometimes it takes a different approach to gain a desired outcome and that initial feeling of discomfort is to change you for the better.<br />
These people are evidently searching for MORE! They weren't okay with an 'okay companionship'. They needed more! They've put themselves out there in doing this social experiment to find something amazing, passionate, different/real.<br />
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I may do a follow up post if I'm still tuned into this series! Let me know if y'all are watching!<br />
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<br />annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-53634807229812910382020-02-18T16:00:00.002-08:002020-02-18T16:00:56.386-08:00MISSION: GET SNATCHED!<span style="font-size: large;">THIS BAWDY!!</span><br />
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So I've been wanting to get in shape for the longest! I've always been an active person who loves sports.<br />
Growing up with 2 older brothers, I became naturally super competitive and a bit of a tomboy. Now that I'm 31 my metabolism is trying me! My body is acting like I'm not AS capable at being strong and sexy. I'm about to prove her wrong!<br />
I will say, I like and enjoy my body AS IS! My shape is curvy, thick, playful and I believe it's important to love our bodies at every stage! However, I want tone and muscle definition, so lets get it!<br />
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I've decided to commit wholeheartedly to working out consistently and eating better. This MUST be a lifestyle change for me personally in order for things to stick, which is why I'm being realistic about my process.<br />
I loooooove cake, I have the biggest sweet tooth and anything carby gets me excited. It's best that I go cold turkey and cut out COMPLETELY some foods that will work against this journey. Sugar NO, juice NO, bread NO, cheese NO, and rice HELL NO (I have no self control with these foods).<br />
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I've been consistently eating the same dry food for a while. I'd like to switch it up and get more creative in the kitchen, but to be honest, I don't know if I have that kind of energy. I do realise the importance of meal prep though. It definitely prevents me from grabbing rubbish (Doritos, M&Ms) when I'm hungry. For that reason and that reason only, I've stuck to the following meals daily.<br />
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<li>Lunch- A bowl of fruit or a tuna/chicken salad (homemade). I make a mean salad!!!! Sometimes I'll just have a smoothie/protein shake.</li>
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I recently watched a short doc on Netflix called 'The Game Changers' and it really opened up my eyes to how plant based foods have been a complete game changer in the health and fitness world. I tend to eat a lot of meat and prefer red meat to white meat, however watching The Game Changers has given me a complete new outlook on what I should put into my body.<br />
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I'm holding myself accountable by blogging my process! Join me!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My session</span><br />
I tend not to do too much cardio, as I drop weight very quickly. I'll be focusing on workouts to help burn fat and gain muscle. I'd like to share what I'll be eating too, as I know that abs (in specific) are made in the kitchen. This is my process to achieving an improved version of myself, I'm not a guru so feel free to give me tips and tricks! I need all the help I can get.<br />
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Take a look at how my leg/bootay session went down.<br />
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<b>Weighted Squats- </b>20 reps x3 rounds<br />
<b>Weighted Lunges- </b>10-15 reps x3 rounds<br />
<b>Kettle Bell Swings (Squats)- </b>15 reps x3 rounds<br />
<b>Squat Jumps- </b>20 reps x3 rounds<br />
<b>Donkey Kicks- </b>20 reps x2 rounds<br />
<b>Rainbow Kicks- </b>15 reps x2 rounds<br />
<b>Calf Press- </b>30 + reps<br />
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Subscribe to my YouTube channel if you want to see more content from me! I'll be posting weekly thangs there too!<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">I don't even know where to start. So much has changed and happened for me over the last 3 years! I'm in a whole new decade!! We're in a whole new decade! Literally!</span><br />
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Obviously I've learnt and gained and lost some thangs along the way, so lets talk about that.<br />
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I'll begin with my relationship status, SINGLE!!! and still loving it, although I am actively opening myself up to the playing field. I'm ready for love!<br />
I last blogged in 2017, which was the ending of a very toxic relationship. By the way, this blogging thing has always been therapeutic for me and I feel like being a lot more open about my personal life... because I feel like it. It may change tomorrow, but this is today.<br />
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It started out so well. He was dork (dark) 6'3, dressed well, sooo funny, a little hood and very respectful. He was very transparent about his feelings, his shortcomings and pursued me with intention to make me his 'one and only'. Little did I know, this was a facade.<br />
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We became so infatuated with each other so quickly, that I did not allow myself the space to register how I truly felt about him and whether or not he was what I was looking for in a husband. YES A HUSBAND! Cause I don't date for the sake of it.<br />
Being that I was receiving all this attention, I latched on way way waaay too soon.<br />
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Long story short, he became too much, to the point he was mainly the only person I spoke to and saw (which is not like me). He slowly started to manipulate me and became quickly verbally abusive. The crazy part was, I never saw how affected I was by all of it until I made my exit!<br />
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Walking away from that situation was the most exhausting experience. It took me years to build back my self esteem again and find myself. I'm still in that process. Which brings me to a refreshing conversation I had today with a friend.<br />
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She basically told me I'm yet to find my sauce! loool<br />
I find it funny, because it's the realest and truest statement of 2020 so far. Ladies, do you know how saucy you are? Do you know yourself through and through? I genuinely thought I knew myself but I can now see that there's so much more information I'm yet to find out about ME.<br />
Relationships teach you a lot about your characteristics I believe, but it shouldn't just be in a relationship that you gain more knowledge. I'm realising in this single hood (it's quite ghetto here I might add), how important it is to spend QUALITY time WITH yourself.<br />
I've been quite neglectful which is probably why I've allowed myself to be in situations that did not serve me. It's a startling discovery because I spend a lot of time alone and I thoroughly enjoy my own company, however I think I need to give myself permission to stand firmly in who I currently am, who I'm becoming, who I'm going to be and HOW I'm evolving... who would of thought at my big big age I'd be rediscovering myself. And that's not a negative outlook, I'm a different person to who I was last week. I'm constantly changing for the better.<br />
There are ingrained parts of me that will never settle for less than what I want (in and out of a relationship), however there are sides to me that are underdeveloped.<br />
I'm committed to finding my sauce! haha<br />
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We can shift into a healthier place as soon as we are willing to do the work.<br />
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I'll be sharing my thoughts more often and I hope whoever reads these posts can relate or gain something positive from my transparency. Ok byeeee (for now) ✌✌✌<br />
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<br />annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-26837879365184197282017-07-09T12:31:00.002-07:002017-07-09T12:31:33.105-07:00REFLECTION<h2>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hey lovelies!! I hope all my fellow bloggers, readers and supporters are doing well?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I haven't blogged in a hot minute and to be honest I haven't felt motivated to do so. Like any creative, your environment, experiences and conversations help stimulate and inspire your work; but honey the struggle has been sooo real.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I'm finally back to feeling like me, wanting to share a few of my thoughts here on the blog, hoping y'all can relate and draw something from this :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Whether you're lovers, friends or family there are certain qualities needed to sustain healthy relationshipS. If you're anything like me and you value the people you choose to share your life with, the commitment to try and consider their feelings is detrimental.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A relationship should be built on trust. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A relationship needs love.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A relationship requires the ability to understand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A relationship needs patience, honesty, reliability, support and commitment...alla dat!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Its a little more difficult to apply these qualities in the heat of the moment of an argument or after you've been hurt and mistreated, however if the relationship is important to you, you'll find a way to reconcile without intentionally damaging the other person(s) heart.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Not everyone thinks the same, makes the same choices or even have the same morals. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This is where patience and understanding is very important when communicating your point of view.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As you mature, you decide what is important, who is important and what is worth your time and energy. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Upon reflection, I have realised that I have put a lot of energy into dead relationships. I have out grown friendships, moved on from romantic situations and distanced myself from relatives that aren't on the same wave length. I have come to the conclusion that its actually OK!! Sometimes the people you want as part of your story are only meant to be a chapter!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">With that being said, it is just as important that you pay attention to the developing relationships built in the work place. Not everyone will be for you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I can be super critical of myself because of the desire I have to be successful. We sometimes measure success by status, finances or accolades, but what does success mean to you?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Success (for me) is gratification, satisfaction, progression, laughter, love... I know that over time I will have all these things in their completion, however in the process of getting to that balance, God is allowing for me to go through situations to build my character and preparing me for what lies ahead. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I fortunately and reluctantly have worked in many fields outside of my chosen career. I will definitely say all those jobs, working relationships and lessons learnt have catered to how I will be as a business woman. I'm still learning not to rush the process (as the clock keeps ticking and I turn 30 in a couple of years gaaaaahhh). </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continuing to exercise patience with myself... being open to what I NEED to learn and conquer in order to be the best I can possibly be as a career woman.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I read an article by <a href="http://www.pepperyourtalk.co.uk/become-boss-without-quitting-job/" target="_blank">Pepper Your Talk</a> (<<click this link) finding it very encouraging. There are stepping stones, leaps of faith, sacrifices, failed attempts... but what will remain is the lessons learnt in order to push you further to your accomplishments.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">of how things pan out in our lives, and I honestly do believe that everything happens at the right time for the right reasons... nothing is by accident. With that being said, in order to really live, failing to prepare is preparing you to fail. We all say Beyonce has the same 24 hours in a day as we do lol (although she has a massive team of people to assist her in being the awesome performer she is) however, I'm sure she started exactly where you and I are right now; using her time wisely. Whilst you are waiting for that amazing opportunity or big break, STAY READY! Do all the work needed to keep you clued up in your field and then TRUST THE TIMING!!! It's probably the most annoying statement, but I'm living it and feeling pumped about whats around the corner, down the street and across the road :). Knowing that whats yours is TRULY YOURS helps this process also!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms, sans-serif;">Anyway my loves, this was a therapeutic post for me, a chance to allow my thoughts to type themselves out. I hope you grabbed something of substance form this read... please do excuse the lack of grammar and punctuality haha </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">STYLE TIP- </span>Be ready for your break... keep your circle small, dream(s) big and accomplishments bigger! </i></span></div>
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annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-50711640285702320532017-06-21T03:49:00.005-07:002017-06-21T03:49:50.513-07:00FAITH, FEAR & FASHION<h2>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hey Lovelies, back with a new post!!</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This post was actually prompted by a message my pastor spoke on quite recently and it all ties into my where my thoughts have been, so I'm here to share :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This definition is very self explanatory but somehow we fail to tap into the where faith stems from... hope! Without hope is it possible to believe? Without belief, is it possible for you to have faith? </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">My faith is rooted in my relationship with God. I find that not only praying to a being that I have not seen with my own eyes or felt with my bare hands, brings about a strong sense of hope that regardless he hears me when I pray and answers my call. Now I'm not trying to get all religious on y'all :) however it's how I best describe the unknown... because essentially that IS what faith is <b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>'...the evidence of things unseen'. </i></span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Believing in something that has not yet happened or even seems possible, brings about a conviction that it CAN and WILL happen. That decision transpires through your activity.You begin to work towards those hopes/dreams and prepare with expectancy. Although it may not happen right away, it usually does happen when it's meant to happen. I say all of this to say we have all been put on this earth for a purpose, knowing what your purpose is, is another story haha, however it is important that we don't lose sight of that... your faith in your purpose should never waver.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Our day to day activities, encounters etc a lot of the time throw us off course, which can weaken us on the journey to our destiny. Fear is a big part of that. With fear comes doubt, intimidation, anxiety...</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The thoughts that tend to consume our minds when we are going for that life changing interview or the decision to ask the love of our lives to marry us... is all in our head. We almost talk ourselves down and let the negativity, the 'what ifs' seep in and damage the potential to be walking into something great. </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">There is a saying that I try to live by <b><span style="color: blue;">'feel the fear and do it anyway'.</span></b> It truly is the best way to overcome those thoughts in your head because that is where fear tries to grip you... your mind. I find that it is a 'mind over matter' type matter. </span></i><i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> To combat these thoughts, your faith must be at an all time high! If you can be brave enough to take that 1st step, I can almost guarantee you the rest of the way won't be as intimidating... its making that very 1st move that sometimes requires the most strength, confidence and vigour. With that being said, don't let yourself get in the way of what's out there waiting for you.</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Just like fashion, life repeats itself. Sometimes you have to learn the same lesson(s) before you can move onto the next stage of your life. My dear friend Tim reminds throughout a lot of reoccurring instances, that my character is being built. In order for things to be different and things to change for the best, we have mini tests that need to be passed! These tests need that 10/10 past rate... ain't no 6/10 bih! Just like a great outfit, you can't wear it twice unless you switch it up! Fashion fades and style is eternal... if you want to be laced in style (individual, authentic, fearless) you can't be fading with fear and repeating outfits, there is more to us!</span></i><br />
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With party season around the corner and the new year creeping up on us, dressing up, going out and celebrations are a must! As cute as you ladies wanna feel in your figure hugging, shorter than short ensembles, don't suffer and bare the cold... drag on a coat!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Fox- Selfridges (2-3yrs ago)</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">STYLE TIP- </span>Beauty is not always pain !</i>annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-90861588701225432852016-11-28T00:51:00.001-08:002017-04-22T12:40:52.950-07:00Orlando Style<br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">About a week ago I had the opportunity to follow my boss to Orlando Florida. To be honest the break couldn't have come at a better time. Mentally I needed to escape, gather my thoughts, plan and prepare for future aspirations... alla dat! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Prior to this trip a lot in my personal life had changed, some things for the good and others for the bad. Above all, the life lessons throughout my journey thus far are greatly appreciated. I have been reminded that time waits for no man and how precious our time spent, is. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I think it's safe to say that the majority of us have the intention of accomplishing certain things at a specific age or would like most things to go to plan in whichever way we have planned it, however life throws you the biggest curve ball at times and we're not always prepared. How we choose to handle the direction of our new circumstance(s), makes the big difference in the journey to success.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Knowing who you are, what you are capable of, and your value is so important. You may be the only expert in your field, you may be the prettiest girl in the pageant, you may be the wealthiest man in the room... unfortunately there will always be someone better. Knowing your worth and value will maintain your confidence, strengthen any minor moments of insecurity and diffuse any feelings of intimidation. Situations can arise where your confidence is knocked, ego is bruised or value has been diminished. Gentle reminders to build up your self-esteem are necessary. Remain humble and recognise when doubt is trying to persuade you to blend in, keep quiet, shy away... Don't jeopardise your self-esteem, uniqueness for anything. Be you and know that you're enough </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Being that there's a big part of me that strives for perfection, I sometimes hinder my own growth and stop my own progress because of the thoughts that enter my mind. Recognising this has enabled me to enjoy being me again. The pressures of life can throw you off course... your state of mind has to continuously embrace positivity to counteract how it can affect your actions.
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Seeing what the celebrities wore during New York Fashion always has my toes curling!! One of my all time favourites to watch is stylist to the stars June Ambrose. She has such a unique sense of style, yet sophisticated, fun and eye-catching. Her quirky take on fashion never ceases to encourage me to experiment even more with my looks! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've been such a bore with my personal style recently... however Fashion Week is giving me life!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">June sure knows how to rock a hat. It has become part of her signature look. This ensemble is such a busy number, from the print and style of the dress, to the texture and colour of her shoes, accessorised with a statement head piece and snake print body bag, this is definitely a fit for the bold and beautiful.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This simple yet statement look is a nice contrast to the 'wow factor' outfit (pictured above). After making her stamp in the fashion world for more than 20 years, I can't imagine her not daring to be different...these are 2 of the 10 looks she rocked over NYFW! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I threw this look together after channelling my obsession with Australian Vogue Editor and stylist Christine Centenera. Her style is literally right up my alley. Her attention to detail, her take on layers and eye for the pristine is exactly what I'm about!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Being that I am still quite a plain Jane I went with a very neutral colour palette... nude and black. I played around with a few textures and opted for a nude heel.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The perspex heels have been an on going trend since Dior created those exquisite ankle booties. Yeezy season 2 in addition to Dior also brought out a perspex heels which I believe is the ultimate PERFECT nude shoe!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It just so happens that I stumbled upon these clear sandals after a friend of mine purchased a similar pair from ASOS... They are literally my go-to heel! They tie in so seamlessly with this look.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Watching Brandy in sitcoms and movies I continued to follow her journey and became a fan, her voice is flawless! So knowing she was going to be down the road in concert here in Birmingham, I was NOT about to miss out. I almost did though... let me tell you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">My best friend Shanelle set up the hook up! She tagged me in a post on Facebook in the hopes we would win a competition to meet Brandy. As soon as I noticed the tag, I emailed Musicalize (the event organisers) and followed through with the instructions in order to win! I was unsuccessful, HOWEVER they kindly allowed for me and my friends to collect free tickets yassssss! I also saw that my girl Sasha was giving away free tickets too, so I was like 'girrrrl, send those my way please'. I wanted all my friends to be there! It ended up just being Shanelle and I, but I wouldn't have had it any other way!</span></div>
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annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-90540014202016466492016-06-17T07:01:00.000-07:002016-06-17T07:01:59.458-07:00BACK TO A CLEAN PALETTE!<h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">This casual outfit is so effortless and cool. I love the fuse of layers along with the shape and crop of the trousers. I actually had my mom completely customise these trousers from the size and structure they originally were. I wanted them to taper to fit my skinny ankles and flatter my hips. </span></span></div>
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annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-91528015453977932062016-06-11T06:11:00.000-07:002016-06-11T06:11:36.773-07:00LIPSTICK FAVOURITES<h2 style="text-align: justify;">
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">A VIBRANT RED : </span><span style="color: magenta;">BOURJOUS (Rouge Velvet Edition) Velvet 0</span><span style="color: magenta;">3</span></li>
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annesfashionflairhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12596555274953580490noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2692333304493017518.post-49046942481880587902016-05-20T10:49:00.000-07:002016-05-20T10:49:16.502-07:00I am not my hair!<h2>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I love the fact that a new hair do, brings about change. It sparks a motive, it stirs up a feeling of transformation. </span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When you look great, you feel great... as much as it can sometimes be a temporary feeling of greatness, it usually subconsciously</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> encourages our inner self to want to do great things.</span></h3>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Being a black woman, I like to provide myself with many options in terms of hair styling sometimes due to the fact that my natural hair requires a lot of maintenance. My natural hair is thick, soft, full and energetic, which means that in order for it to look the way I desire, I would need to set aside a lot of time daily for its up keep; which is why relaxers, weaves, extensions, braids, canerows and sometimes wigs are a daily fix. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">String vests come out every summer. Whether they are worn right or wrong, they're out to play! Opt for a nude under garment and throw on a loose fit pair of bottoms and you're good to go!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Body suits are a cute alternative to wear with jeans, trousers and skirts. They seamlessly tuck into anything you choose to pair them with.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This bottle green body suit is the body suit I reach for most frequently when wanting to achieve another effortless look. It is comfortable, slimming and not black... I tend to buy everything in black but opted for a neutral-ish colour that would be great to wear throughout all seasons.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXCoCZOHolaFBwaGCYM8YIV27gUW0FICWKqZxR40cojp9Vpx9yPz8wd8QDrlKkdrk8QXKwou-Czu54-6qCJm3daHdwTUGUmf1vf-0Bcn48MXk7DuA7rNVS-cjoMte07P0RSezcOgv4kEdI/s1600/IMG_2484.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXCoCZOHolaFBwaGCYM8YIV27gUW0FICWKqZxR40cojp9Vpx9yPz8wd8QDrlKkdrk8QXKwou-Czu54-6qCJm3daHdwTUGUmf1vf-0Bcn48MXk7DuA7rNVS-cjoMte07P0RSezcOgv4kEdI/s400/IMG_2484.JPG" width="300" /></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The cut and fit of this particular body suit is very feminine. It has a soft scoop neck in the front, a deep plunge in the back and a little more length on the sleeve. I chose to pair it with these wide legged, high-waisted (of course) denim jeans.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When I purchased these jeans I loved that they were obnoxiously oversized, but I have gained weight since. They unfortunately don't fit how I would like them to, however teamed with feminine little tops like this body suit, compliments this day to day look ready for summer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With a dainty detailed belt or even a thick statement piece, you could take this simple look from minimal to major!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I live by wearing comfortable simple statement pieces and the jumpsuit is exactly that. Now that we are finally basking in some heat go grab yourself a jumpsuit! </span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is the easiest 'throw on' piece you could invest in. Worn with a heel, trainers or flat shoes you will not go wrong.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These are a few of my favourites that get worn often. I prefer to go a few sizes up when purchasing a jumpsuit so that I have the option to alter its style.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>GLASSES- Giantvintage.com</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>LIPSTICK- Colouredraine- Spiked Punch</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This boiler suit is one of my favs, I love that it is khaki green and good quality. I bought this from a boutique on EBay that specialises in vintage clothing. The awesome thing about this suit is that it also has a belt and removable sleeves, which takes this look from day to night and summer to winter. I chose to wear a simple pair of sneakers and accessorised with these oversized specs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This jumpsuit appears every summer without fail, along with every other denim item I have. It is my all time favourite jumpsuit, particularly because of the sizing. It is super baggy, light-weight and effortless. I prefer to wear it as pictured where it has no shape and kind of hangs on my body. Paired with extra feminine shoes it could definitely be dressed up. I added these old-school glasses to carry out the 'brandy bunch' vibe I was going for.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These harem style dungarees are another light-weight statement piece ready to wear in the heat. I took these away with me when I went camel riding and they were so comfortable and convenient.</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They are great to wear alone but also work well with a capped-sleeved top worn underneath or a simple camisole. Neutral colours would be ideal as the loud print creates all the fuss for this outfit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I recently had an interesting conversation with a close friend of mine on this exact subject. We both have the desire to be successful but face the struggle with the question... <span style="color: #0b5394;">AT WHAT COST?</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In every area of our lives, whether it be, relationships, career or leisure there are decisions and choices that will always need to be made. We constantly need to give in order to take, invest in order to gain and put forth a certain amount of effort in order to receive; but in some cases you may have to compromise SOMETHING/SOMEONE for the bigger picture. I guess depending on what it is, determines the weight of the decision.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Entering a new environment, have you ever noticed that there are always little bundles of cliques?! Take a look at wildlife... have you ever seen pigeons hang out with monkeys?! No, because "birds of a feather, flock together" (a lame example but you get the point). In our case, why must we conform to the way the majority of our peers choose to do things in order to be accepted?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">We shun each other when we don't quite understand things. Not everything is acceptable and not everything is unacceptable and that's OK (really think about it). KNOW YOUR WORTH AND IT KEEP IT PUSHING!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">One day people with will warm to the magic of you. It shouldn't take for you to become something you are not and behave in a way that is not authentic to be accepted. As much as it can be a nice feeling to engage with people that like you and what you have to offer once you conform, however it means the conditions will have you constantly proving to them you are worthy of their attention. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The beauty of real genuine people is, they will take you for you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Two of my closest friends are professional dancers. They are considered to be exquisite, incredible and undefinable when they move but yet struggle with getting work when attending auditions and castings. Obviously for each job there is a specific brief and appearance plays a big part, but what about those occasions the client is purely looking for talented dancers... why is that there is a "standard" look that is considered to be commercial or marketable?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Unfortunately cliques, circles and trends will expose how different you are, but who cares. Stand out, eat alone and soar like an eagle! At some point, the world will make room for you.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It's refreshing to come across people that are transparent enough to show you who they are, who are unapologetically themselves and who are unaware that they are different. Don't let anyone or anything con you into thinking you need to be something you're not! </span><br />
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Life has a funny way of showing you the truth. It is the subtle situations, brief encounters and minor mishaps that teach you so much.
I (along with many others) have experienced things with friends and family that has allowed me to now quickly sharpen my tolerance for foolishness and as I grow older, I find myself leaving no room for strike 2 let alone 3. This paragraph reads super aggressive lol but it's not :)<br />
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I'm sure we all want a peaceful life, less grief, no pain and no doodoo, but unfortunately that's not how the cookie crumbles. The things we have experienced and will continue to go through, ultimately build our character.
I have endured some dodgy situations this year and its cray cray how I haven't allowed those things to affect me negatively. With all things in life, as long as you 'get on with it' and stay positive, there's nothing you can't conquer.
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If only we could prepare for what is to come, if only we had chances to relive certain situations... but I guess that's the beauty of learning, maturing and enduring certain trials.<br />
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Being the only girl and youngest in my family, I was totally spoilt by my mom. She made a big effort to spend time with me in every way as a child. I worked out my personality quite early on and realised balancing her traits along with my daddy's traits would mould me into the person I am today.</div>
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My mama is super sweet, and soft spoken, while my daddy held presence and took no prisoners! I've learnt how to control the other characteristics I've developed (stubbornness, impatience, ratchetness). I actually pride myself in how I deal with situations because of how much growth and understanding/knowledge I have gained. I say all this to make the point that, no matter how much someone will TRY YOU, you can't allow them emotional access to you.</div>
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It's so easy to sometimes react to petty behaviour but, why ? What will it do for your life? What will it achieve? You may feel better at the time but it the long haul, you've given them power over you. Self-control is a must!</div>
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Sometimes you can not change how people see you or how they think of you. As much as your character will prove them wrong, they've made up their mind.<br />
I am big on respect! I've realised it can be earned and sometimes shouldn't always be given away. I believe that you should always treat people the way you wish to be treated but not to treat people the way they treat you if it is wrong. I am most definitely not saying to allow others to disrespect you, but never allow them to take you to a place that is out of your character. It is easier said than done TRUST ME, but there is so much more satisfaction in forgiveness, and taking the high road. It frees you from the burden of that exchange.<br />
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Being that I am a chocolate sista, I unfortunately at times experience racial profiling. There is the stereotype that I am "ghetto, loud, angry, difficult" etc etc... some of those people that choose to look at me in that light, have had the pleasure of being around me, quickly to discover that I'm cool as a cucumber; while others are annoyed that they can't find those traits and pick fault.<br />
There's also the frienemies that play super nice, watch you like a hawk, criticise your whole existence but then imitate your life... I mean GIRL LET ME LIVE lol.<br />
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These growing pains are so valuable! I love who I am, who I am becoming and what I can share/teach/impact others with, because of some of these experiences.<br />
I completely appreciate that I am able to be compassionate towards others even though they do me wrong. I love that I have found the ability to overlook things that could easily get under my skin.<br />
Taking the high-road is soooo satisfying.<br />
Never let anyone ruin your day! Make that lemonade!! You're going to be thrown many lemons! Always strive to leave a long-lasting reputation of humility, kindness and strength ;)<br />
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Think of the bigger picture, think about where you are going, what you plan on achieving and the imprint you would like to leave on people's hearts. Be kind, be patient, be less ratchet, think about how your words affect people, take a breath to register what is happening and make a smart decision that will benefit you and others around you.<br />
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