Life Lately…

UPDATE: I got the table, it is adult size and I love it!! It’s perfect for ME. It measures 23 inches but 2 people maybe a tight 3 can sit and eat! I usually eat alone so I repeat IT’S PERFECT FOR ME!! *happy dance*

Hello Friends

Lately, I’ve been feeling this pull to change. To evolve. To reinvent. And from the conversations I’ve been having with others, it sounds like I’m not alone. A lot of us seem to be craving something new—peace, purpose, softness, elevation.

I’ve been spending a lot more time by myself and honestly… I’ve been loving it. No pressure to go out, no social battery drained—just me, at home, doing what I love AND taking care of my mental health. It’s been peaceful and surprisingly productive. I’ve tapped into my creativity, started making YouTube videos again, cooking and baking more, and even prepping my breakfasts and lunches for work like a true grown woman that’s trying to save money and be a little healthier 😏

And then came the itch—to rearrange, declutter, elevate everything. I’ve gone through my cupboards, reorganized, donated what no longer aligns. Sheets, towels, old clothes—gone. I’m talking about a complete energetic refresh. Even my wine glasses are about to be upgraded (because why not sip pretty, right 🍷🥂 lol?). CB2 here I come!

It’s not just about the stuff though—it’s a vibe shift. I feel different. Like something is quietly evolving inside me. I can’t fully explain it, but I welcome it. I’m stepping into a new version of myself.

Sooooo I did a thing. I ordered a dining table from Shein. LMFAO, I know I know—but hear me out 😩😂 this is a safe space where we listen and don’t judge! Lmao!!! My current place has an island, but no legroom to actually sit and eat comfortably, and eating on the couch every day? Not the vibe!! Plus it’s not comfortable for my guests. Anywho, I wanted a proper place to enjoy meals and just feel a bit more grounded. This felt like part of that glow-up energy. Since I live alone I went with a 2 seater something very small and inexpensive. I’m just “testing out” for now to see if a dining table actually flows well in my home before I commit to the table I REALLY want. The last time I had an actual dining table was in my first apartment many years ago. I’m really taking a chance ordering this table from SHEIN. We’ll see if it’s adult-sized or made for dolls—but either way, I’ll be sharing the reveal soon!

Follow me on IG and YouTube to see how this glow-up continues—because this is just the beginning.

Just some stuff I made from scratch 🧑🏻‍🍳 …banana bread, sandwich bread and lasagna soup 🤌🏼

MAC HAUL

HEY!

If you've been following me for a while then you know how OBSESSED I was with MAC COSMETICS, my first purchase was back in 1996. I recently came across a content creator @missmeganrobinson on TikTok and I watched video after video and she had mentioned some OGs I used to watch waaaay back in the day. She mentioned some old school products that I still have which now I learned are no longer available. That took me back to the days when I posted on a consistent basis and I enjoyed doing it, I had so much fun creating. Back to the Livejournal days, Myspace days, makeup alley - WOW! That re-sparked my love for makeup but on a different level, I have a different appreciation now that I'm older and more knowledgeable. With that being said I placed an order and I went to MAC and bought some goodies. Gosh, so much has changed and I'm here for it. Here is a quick Youtube short of the items I bought.

Old picture from Livejournal - Smokey 

I was so young, look at these brows (ugh lol) but the eyes are on point!

New Hair

Top from NY&CO

 Blessings to all!  

I'm still not feeling 100% - CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT?!  Tomorrow I have an appointment so hopefully they have answers and a solution to helping me feel "normal" again.  Not much of an update on my end.  The pictures above are from my nephews baptism - my 5th god-child.  God didn't give me my own babies but he blessed me with plenty of nieces and nephews whom I adore to death.  I wish I had more of an update but I honestly just been too sick to do much.  The house continues to come along, we're super proud with the progress.  I keep saying I'm going to post pictures and haven't  BUT I will - I PROMISE! 

TIP:  Never EVER let just anyone cut your hair.  Several months back I went to the salon I've been going to for years and my girl, my hair dresser was on vacation but I was in desperate need of a hair cut and so I allowed someone I've never been too to cut it.  BIG MISTAKE!!!  This lady cut my hair unevenly, I mean she started my bang in the middle of my head.  Now I'm going to a new salon since my move and we're trying to fix this hair and fixing entails cutting layers and trimming every so often.  In the meantime I like my "new" hair cut.  Only con as of now is that some parts are really short and its hard for me to do my every day bun.  Pro is I'm forced to do my hair lol.